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Marty speaks about the rash of Vision Pro 2 rumor stories and focuses instead a a practical use of AVP.Using Apple Vision Pro for my business (contractor)https://www.reddit.com/r/augmentedreality/comments/1m1ckys/using_apple_vision_pro_for_my_business_contractor/Email: ThePodTalkNetwork@gmail.comWebsite: ThePodTalk.Net
When the winningest player in beach volleyball history sits down and talks with you… you ask a lot of questions.Kent Steffes — Olympic gold medalist, World Champion, youngest AVP winner ever — is one of the greatest to ever play the game.We ended up talking for almost three hours.We covered so much:- Why he left the sport while at the top.- What it was like winning Olympic gold in '96 with Karch Kiraly.- What separates the players who win from the ones who don't.- And how spirituality and flow played a huge role in his success — both on and off the court.We also talk about the rise and fall of the AVP, life after volleyball, and wrap up with some fun, rapid-fire questions at the end.This one made me think deeply, laugh out loud, and feel incredibly inspired. I hope it does the same for you.00:00- Intro 02:30- Professional beach volleyball is done08:15- Why come back now?14:51- How Kent first started beach volleyball19:17- Winning the Olympic Gold Medal with Karch Kiraly25:00- Winners and champions think differently 29:41- Kent's proudest performance 32:21- Beach volleyball is a different sport now 38:14- Kent's training week 41:41- How he would train if he played now 47:36- Phil Jackson, Antisocial Behavior, and Champions1:07:44- Spirituality and Flow 1:20:00- The Rise and Decline of the AVP 1:39:00- Biggest challenge transitioning to life after sport 1:51:33- Kings of Summer 2:04:17- Fun questions, Kent's advice to young athletes
Deadpool VR announced from Meta, Neil Patrick Harris voicing Deadpool Rumors of a new PlayStation Handheld XBOX lays roughly 7,000 off Games cancelled, including Perfect Dark, Turn 10 loses 50%, Romero Games shuttered, Zenimax MMORPG 'Blackbird' cancelled, Switch 2 initial impressions New GameCube controller includes Gyro functionality, GC games on Switch 2 having framerate issues Reviews Starlight Legacy Cubic Odyssey Played & Watched Played: Zelda Tears, Cyberpunk Switch, Drova, Absolum Watched: Farscape, X-Men, Lilo and Stitch, Parks and Rec, Twisted Metal, Lazarus, Hobbit and Man of Steel on AVP. (Rey) (Glenn) Played: Dreamcast- New HDMI, new Controller interface Red Dead Redemption 2 (PC and PS5) Rusty Rabbit Cyberpunk 2077 Nebulasray Raystorm x RayCrisis HD Collection Covenant of Solitude Kvark Battlefront II Tainted Grail: Fall of Avalon Spirit Valor Mario Kart World Fast Fusion Zelda: Breath of the Wild Switch 2 Edition Mario Golf: Super Rush Flora and Fang Ridge Racer Arcade Dakka Squad Paper Mario Yakuza 0 SW2 MLB The Show 25 Arcade Archives: Ace Combat 22 Watched: Andor S2 Dogma Captain America: Brave New World Ballard SUPERMAN!!
Marty, Eric, Dave, and Daniel talk about doing AVP demos at Macstock, Ecamm integration using AVP, and a new rumor of a Vision Pro 2Apple acquires TrueMeeting to boost Vision Pro capabilitieshttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/apple-acquires-truemeeting-boost-vision-110735701.htmlNext Vision ProApple's next Vision Pro will reportedly have an M4 chip and a better head straphttps://www.engadget.com/ar-vr/apples-next-vision-pro-will-reportedly-have-an-m4-chip-and-a-better-head-strap-184352374.htmlReport: Apple M4, more comfortable strap will headline first major Vision Pro updatehttps://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/07/report-apple-m4-more-comfortable-strap-will-headline-first-major-vision-pro-update/Strap In, Vision Pro Ownershttps://spiral.spyglass.org/p/strap-in-vision-pro-owners Gurman Article no paywall. https://archive.is/dj2ZZApple to upgrade its struggling Vision Pro headset with faster chip, new straphttps://macdailynews.com/2025/07/09/apple-to-upgrade-its-struggling-vision-pro-headset-with-faster-chip-new-strap/ Apple Vision Pro rumors: More speed, more comfortable, and eventually cheaperhttps://appleinsider.com/articles/25/07/11/apple-vision-pro-rumors-more-speed-more-comfortable-and-eventually-cheaperApple Vision Pro 2 with more comfortable strap and upgraded chip is coming later this yearhttps://9to5mac.com/2025/07/09/vision-pro-spec-bump-new-strap-2025/A cheaper Apple Vision is still a few years awayhttps://9to5mac.com/2025/07/09/a-cheaper-apple-vision-is-still-a-few-years-away/PatentsIn a new patent application, Apple continues to work on a Superior Securement System for the next version of Vision Prohttps://www.patentlyapple.com/2025/07/in-a-new-patent-application-apple-continues-to-work-on-a-superior-securement-system-for-the-next-version-of-vision-pro.html Apple has filed for a patent to Advance Vision Pro's Facial Interface to enhance Comfort and Adaptabilityhttps://www.patentlyapple.com/2025/07/apple-has-filed-for-a-patent-to-advance-vision-pros-facial-interface-to-enhance-comfort-and-adaptability.html Oh Great, the TikTok People Want to Strap AR Goggles on Your Facehttps://gizmodo.com/oh-great-the-tiktok-people-want-to-strap-ar-goggles-on-your-face-2000629046 Mastering the visionOS Virtual Keyboard for Apple Vision Prohttps://applemagazine.com/mastering-the-visionos-virtual-keyboard-for-apple-vision-pro/'Alien: Earth' immersive environment coming to Disney+ for Apple Vision Prohttps://appleinsider.com/articles/25/07/13/alien-earth-immersive-environment-coming-to-disney-for-apple-vision-pro APPS Manaforge: Magic: The Gathering Simulatorhttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/manaforge/id6748619920MacStockMacstockconferenceandexpo.com Digital Pass https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com/product/macstock-ix-digital-pass/Email: ThePodTalkNetWork@gmail.comWebsite: ThePodTalk.Net
X101's John Harrison is joined by Jen Chapman, AVP, Caregiver Recruitment Operations from the Guthrie Medical Center as they dive into how Guthrie is one of the top 150 places[Read More...] The post Guthrie Ranked top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare appeared first on X101 Always Classic - WXHC.com.
This episode, Patty Corkery chats with Dylan Bloniarz, AVP, Director of Marketing at Embers Credit Union. A lifelong credit union professional, Dylan shares his journey through the movement and how he's helping Embers stand out with bold, creative marketing that speaks to Gen Z and stays true to the credit union mission.
First episode for the summer after some time off we jump into the AVP Contender Series event, the Denver Open! Heading into the Rockies is always a special event at The Island facility where we would find an unlikely tandem teaming up for this event—Stanford Beach Freshman All-MPSF honoree Avery Jackson, playing her 1st AVP event with former USC standout and long-time AVP star Geena Urango—playing her 86th AVP event! The 2025 Denver Open Champions did not face any resistance until the final—where we saw one of the top comebacks in the game to win the $10,000 and automatic berth into the main draw at the Manhattan Beach Open. See/listen what Geena & Avery had to say about competing this last weekend! Thanks for listening in! Be sure to support these athletes by following the on social and supporting their sponsors and programs!
Welcome to NAA's Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association. On this episode, we sit down with NAA's AVP of Federal Legislative Affairs Owen Caine, who walks us through the Congressional reconciliation package that dictates the future of tax policy following the One Big Beautiful Bill Act being signed into law on July 4. For those of you out there who are interested in learning more about housing policy, including insight into Congressional reconciliation and appropriation, NAA has a wealth of resources, including a policy issues library, the Apartment Advocate and Apartment Advocate Pro newsletters, and much more, all on NAA's website.
Dave Palm is an American beach volleyball coach, professional player, and indoor coach. His accomplishments on the AVP and NVL scene are as well-documented as they are commendable. And it seems that the work he is doing as coach only showed he was just getting started. He resides in Florida and is the founder of "Palm Coast Volleyball Club." 01:31 - The transition from player to coach, and how seamless it was by appearance 12:11 - paid to coach, caring is free, tips for indoor tryouts, on the surface, and behind the scenes, regional strategies on how they hold onto a power dynamic 19:21 - finding out where you are one the indoor depth chart and what it means to your playing time, playing on a "2" team for more in-game reps 27:19 - concerns that parent air coming in, most likely generating from their experience from previous clubs or having it be their kids' first club 34:10 - skills and advantages that indoor players playing beach for the summer during he indoor off-season 40:16 - what percentage of the game is mental, and how much do you implement it in practice? Plus, the recruiting process of coaches 53:05 - what coach inspired you to a point where you will never forget them? About "Manny," plus, books to inspire the athlete #nyvarsitysports #optionpodcast
In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, Jayme Zage, PhD speaks with leaders from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), Katherine Helbig, MS, LCGC, AVP of Research Strategy and Accelerator Programs, and Dan Fields, JD, SVP and Chief Strategy Officer, about the evolving landscape of cell and gene therapy. They share compelling patient stories and outline the operational and strategic infrastructure needed to deliver these groundbreaking treatments. From CAR T-cell therapies to life-changing gene therapies for chronic conditions, CHOP's commitment to innovation and sustainability offers insights for organizations looking to enter this dynamic space. We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.
July 9, 2025: Todd Barton, AVP, Enterprise Sales Engineering at Rubrik, and PV SubbaRao, SVP of Global Healthcare and Life Sciences from Rackspace, reveal how they're revolutionizing healthcare's approach to cyber resilience through their groundbreaking partnership. The conversation delves deep into the concept of Isolated Recovery Environments (IRE) and the "Minimum Viable Hospital" - but what exactly does it mean to operate at bare minimum while maintaining patient care, and how do you determine what systems are truly essential when every second counts? As healthcare organizations grapple with doing more with less, these experts explore how proper cyber recovery planning can actually unlock 20-25% cost savings that can be reinvested into the innovations hospitals need. Key Points: 05:04 Preemptive Recovery 10:21 Minimum Viable Hospital and IRE 20:21 Cost and Productivity Optimization X: This Week Health LinkedIn: This Week Health Donate: Alex's Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer
Marty Dave and Eric talk about new ways industry is using AVP, employees are using it to improves their trade, and new changes from Beta 3Apple Seeds Third watchoS 26 and visionS 26 Developer Betashttps://www.macrumors.com/2025/07/07/apple-seeds-watchos-26-beta-3/ Developer Release noteshttps://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-26-release-notesApple acquires firm to aid Vision ProApple buys two firms to improve Apple Intelligence, Apple Vision Prohttps://appleinsider.com/articles/25/07/07/apple-buys-two-eu-firms-to-improve-apple-intelligence-apple-vision-proApple invents a Predictive Touch Detection System for future HMDs that could significantly enhance the user experiencehttps://www.patentlyapple.com/2025/07/apple-invents-a-predictive-touch-detection-system-for-future-hmds-that-could-significantly-enhance-the-user-experience.html Apple developing predictive touch system for future Vision Pro and AR glasseshttps://www.macworld.se/article/2837937/apple-utvecklar-forutseende-peksystem-for-framtida-vision-pro-och-ar-glasogon.html Senior Vision Pro engineer allegedly took a 'massive volume' of secret plans to Snaphttps://9to5mac.com/2025/07/01/senior-vision-pro-engineer-allegedly-took-a-massive-volume-of-secret-plans-to-snap/M5 Chip Rumored to Debut in These Five Apple Products Later This Yearhttps://www.macrumors.com/2025/07/04/five-rumored-apple-products-with-m5-chip/Apple's Vision Pro enters Industry 4.0 with Dassault SystèmesApple's Vision Pro enters Industry 4.0 with Dassault Systèmes – Computerworld We at LPX Digital are building applications for VisionOS for aviation training and onboarding. Building natively and using full advantage of spatial persona - shareplay and group activities #applevisionprohttps://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/s/CPKaY9sJeWJigSpace F1 in your livingroomhttps://apps.apple.com/us/story/id1814697788https://apps.apple.com/us/app/jigspace-3d-presentations/id6456791766Wearable Devices to Showcase Mudra Link, Its Established Al-Based Neural Wristband for Smart Glasses, at XR Fair Tokyo 2025https://www.stocktitan.net/news/WLDS/wearable-devices-to-showcase-mudra-link-its-established-ai-based-ec7mrt3ms6nb.html Apple Surveys Vision Pro Users About Competing Headsets and Smart Glasseshttps://www.macrumors.com/2025/06/30/apple-vision-pro-survey/Future Apple Vision Pro headsets may use software trick to protect users from motion sicknesshttps://appleinsider.com/articles/25/07/01/future-apple-vision-pro-headsets-may-use-software-trick-to-protect-users-from-motion-sickness Apple Vision Pro Future Generation Can Prevent Drunk Travelhttps://voi.id/en/technology/492155Practical trade augmentationUsing my Apple Vision Pro in the Tradeshttps://www.reddit.com/r/Construction/comments/1lqiqn2/using_my_apple_vision_pro_in_the_trades/Using my Apple Vision Pro for Home Ethernet Wiringhttps://www.reddit.com/r/augmentedreality/comments/1lqiux9/using_my_apple_vision_pro_for_home_ethernet_wiring/ XR Light Designer with Apple Vision Prohttps://www.reddit.com/r/augmentedreality/comments/1lthbnq/xr_light_designer_with_apple_vision_pro/VR Powerhouse Waltz Of The Wizard Is Coming To iPhone & Vision Prohttps://www.uploadvr.com/waltz-of-the-wizard-skully-iphone-apple-vision-pro/ Wuthering Waves Now Available on Apple Vision Prohttps://finalweapon.net/2025/07/05/wuthering-waves-now-available-on-apple-vision-pro/ The Best Apple Vision Pro Apps to Download in 2025https://9meters.com/technology/vr/best-apple-vision-pro-apps-2025 The-Archive Roddenberry https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-archive/id6472772587MacStockMacstockconferenceandexpo.com Email: ThePodTalkNetwork@gmail.com Website: ThePodTalk.Net
This episode features Malik Bahar, AVP of Access Center and Loyalty, and Erica T. Carney, Director of Virtual Care Transformation at Virtua Health. They discuss how innovative technologies, agentic AI, and smart care strategies are enhancing the patient experience, supporting clinical teams, and shaping the future of healthcare delivery.
This episode features Malik Bahar, AVP of Access Center and Loyalty, and Erica T. Carney, Director of Virtual Care Transformation at Virtua Health. They discuss how innovative technologies, agentic AI, and smart care strategies are enhancing the patient experience, supporting clinical teams, and shaping the future of healthcare delivery.
Marty shares a new patent article regarding using motion cues in the Vision Pro to combat motion sickness for those using AVP on a train or plane.Future Apple Vision Pro headsets may use software trick to protect users from motion sicknesshttps://appleinsider.com/articles/25/07/01/future-apple-vision-pro-headsets-may-use-software-trick-to-protect-users-from-motion-sickness Music is from Beat Mekanik "Touch of Funk" from the Free Music Archive (Creative Commons)Email us at ThePodTalkNetwork@gmail.comOur website is at ThePodTalk.Net
Join Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner as they sit down with Marine Kinna, Better at Beach's marketing coordinator and newest AVP champion, for a deep dive into her incredible journey from France to AVP gold. Marine shares her transition from indoor to beach volleyball, navigating the NCAA system as an international student, becoming a dual-sport All-American, and now thriving on the AVP and international stage. You'll discover the mental strategies that transformed Marine from a player stuck at 5th place finishes to a World Tour medalist and AVP champion. She reveals how she overcame self-doubt, managed expectations, and developed the "I've already won" mindset that led to her breakthrough performances. The conversation dives deep into technical aspects including the left vs. right side debate and the eye dominance theory in volleyball. Marine also discusses the importance of partner chemistry, communication strategies during tough moments, and how embracing discomfort in practice leads to tournament success. A must-listen for aspiring pros and recreational players alike, seeking inspiration and insight into the high-performance mindset.
Jeff Samuels is an American Professional Beach Volleyball Player, Entrepreneur, and Model. He is also a spokesperson for Hyundai. The prosperity he is enjoying in his sport is well-documented. From the AVP, FIVB, NVL, to regional tournament wins, this versatile player is fun to watch, wherever the venue may be. 01:50 - Jon Jones retires, charged, the evolution of how we choose our role models, "Being like Mike," what it meant before and what it means now 12:14 - People who are not "big's" who play big at the net, finding out what defines you and to what end, working with different partners and what they bring 30:11 - Should Jon Jones not be on the GOAT list, who are your top 5 NBA GOATS, how good is Demetrious Johnson? Plus, loving Muhammad Ali, athletes who were activists, 42:55 - Volleyball is life, and at the same time, it is not. Playing multiple sports and the compare and contrast of that "feeling." Plus, does success change players, who they remember and associated with, and when is this a good thing or a bad thing, what is "conversational memory." 55:33 - When your escapism becomes your career, about the HBO series "The Wire," coming back from the roller coaster ride in 2019, re-shaping himself for the next evolution 1:06:22 - different versions of ourselves, the Motherlode, inside beach volleyball - what are we fighting over? Plus, is there a "hunger games" happening in the volleyball climate? About Chase Frishman 1:20:41 - The league, calculated risks, things changing vs things staying the same, Eric Cam - the one-man team - raised the bar for all, the disc gold promotion, thoughts from the comment section, the creation of city vs city, introducing 4's, 1:58:04 - What does it take to be and stay marketable 2:06:50 - How did he transition to coaching so seamlessly? #nyvarsitysports #optionpodcast #avp #beachvolleyballworld Available on iTunes and Spotify:
In this episode of the Data Science Salon Podcast, we sit down with Sasibhushan Rao Chanthati, AVP and Senior Software Engineer at T. Rowe Price, where he's building the future of finance through intelligent, scalable technologies. Sasi specializes in creating secure digital ecosystems and real-time analytics platforms that power AI-driven decision making at scale. With a background that spans research, software engineering, and cloud architecture, he's pushing the boundaries of what's possible at the intersection of fintech, automation, and enterprise AI. In this episode, Sasi shares insights from over a decade of experience building next-gen systems across the financial sector, his passion for ethical innovation, and what it really takes to build future-ready, inclusive AI infrastructure. Key Highlights: Sasibhushan walks us through the technical backbone of modern financial infrastructure and how AI is redefining intelligent automation. Real-world examples of building decision support systems using ServiceNow, AWS, and LLMs. Thoughts on balancing academic research with enterprise-scale engineering—and why that blend drives better innovation. Insights on the ethics and governance challenges facing enterprise AI adoption. Advice for up-and-coming engineers and researchers entering today's fast-evolving AI landscape. This episode is a must-listen for data scientists, engineers, technical leaders, and anyone interested in how automation, AI, and cloud technologies are transforming the global financial ecosystem.
Mortality is often viewed as a key indicator of the quality of care in a healthcare organization, and something that most organizations are working to improve upon. Through Vizient's work with national organizations all working to improve mortality, key lessons learned have emerged that can help organizations improve mortality within their facilities. Shannon Hale Senior PI Director of Performance Improvement Programs at Vizient joins host Nicole Spatafora, AVP, Performance Improvement, Vizient, to discuss mortality improvement. Guest: Shannon Hale Senior PI Program Director, Performance Improvement Programs Vizient Host: Nicole Spatafora AVP, Performance Improvement Vizient Show Notes: [00:47 – 02:48] Why it is so important that healthcare facilities look at mortality [02:49 – 04:24] Getting C-Suite buy in [04:25 – 07:36] How organizations can get their frontline engaged [07:37 – 08:58] What happens if you don't have engagement at the C-suite level or frontline level [08:59 – 10:55] Sustaining change [10:56 – 12:15] PI Mortality future plans Links | Resources: Contacting Knowledge on the Go: picollaboratives@vizientinc.com Subscribe Today! Apple Podcasts Spotify Android RSS Feed
This episode features Tod Wiesman, AVP of Performance, Learning and Education at UMass Memorial Health Care, who shares how his team is navigating AI integration, care delivery transformation, and data-driven strategies to strengthen workforce engagement, improve retention, and support long-term organizational growth.
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Amanda Parkinson, AVP of Marketing at Northwestern Bank for a discussion on Artificial Intelligence (AI). Topics discussed include: What is AI? How one new to AI can access it Security and Confidentiality Concerns How NB uses AI Thoughts on how AI may evolve Beverage Enjoyed: Singha, “the Original Thai Beer”, Product of Thailand Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We're a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
660. The physical and emotional pain you have worked through is your gift to give to humanity and Joey Corona proves it. Joey Corona is a lifelong Meta Mover, Movement catalyst, motivator, and longevity expert. He holds a master's degree in Physical Education and Exercise Physiology from Florida International University (where he competed on the men's golf team) and a post-grad certification in Golf Biomechanics from the Chek institute and The Titleist Performance Institute. He recently added a bachelor's and master's degree in golf stroke engineering from The Golfing Machine. His golf accomplishments include the Illinois Junior college championship and the Chicago City Amateur Championship as well as 35 other titles. He is a devout Black Belt Martial Artist in Shotokan Karate. After grad school, Joey went to Sea with Norwegian Cruise Line as Onboard Fitness Director heading their Sports Afloat Program and traveling the World. While with NCL he interviewed over 500 professional athletes as NCL became the Official Cruise Line of the NFLPA, Major League Baseball, the PGA, NHL, AVP, NHL, NASCAR, and the NBA. After ships, he directed the "Sports Afloat" program from NCL's home offices. As a yoga teacher, he has attained E-RYT status, the highest credential of the Yoga Alliance. His students include Mel Brooks, Anne Bancroft, Alicia Silverstone, Vanessa Williams, Boris Becker, Vince Vaughn, Isaiah Thomas, and Gabrielle Anwar. Currently, he works with Olympic gold medal boxer Cool Hand Luke Campbell and World Middleweight Champion Vitaly Kopelynko. He was the official yoga teacher for the Michael Jordan Celebrity Golf Tournament at the Ocean Club in the Bahamas. And the creator of GolfYoga. The professional golfers that he has taught include Jim McLean, Erik Compton, Willy Pumarol, Veronica Felibert, Helen Alfredson, Charlotta Sorenstam, and Jill McGill. He was recently invited to teach at the National Yoga Journal Conference. Joey combines his quick wit, levity, command of anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, and his love of music into a sensational movement experience. He teaches his signature Yoga program exclusively in the Miami area at LaGorce Country Club, Trump National Doral Golf Resort and Spa, The Continuum, Fisher Island Spa, Anatomy @ 1220, and the Equinox Fitness Centers. He has appeared on The Today Show, Fox and Friends Live, Deco Drive and contributed articles for Fit Magazine, Golf for Women, and Shape. "There is absolutely no better human movement protocol Than Yoga. After 5000 years of testing, yoga has proven itself and is the finest longitudinal study of health science known to man. “Some people move Mountains, I move People!” Joey says about his passion for instructing Yoga.
In this special sponsored episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Bill Zadeits welcomes NextGear Capital's Nicole Graham-Ponce, VP Operations Portfolio Management and Kyle Ballinger, AVP, Sales. In this conversation, they share exciting updates for Independent Dealers related to the client experience, audit experience and floorplanning options that are the best match.
What are employers missing with state disability accommodation laws? Listen in to our guests from Reliance Matrix, who add context to a recent article in @Work magazine titled “Dangers Lurk in State Discrimination Laws,” which we have unlocked for listeners. Hear Lana Steven, AVP and Senior Product Compliance Counsel, Eric Broutman, AVP & Sr. Employment Law and Litigation Counsel, and Armando Rodriguez. Esq., Product Compliance Counsel, talk about ways employers can ensure they comply with state disability accommodation laws that are, in some instances, more generous that federal laws! ResourcesDangers Lurk in State Discrimination LawsFMLA/ADA Training for Supervisors and Managers2025 DMEC Annual Conference Accommodation resources & tools
In this special edition of the Syneos Health Podcast recorded from the floor of Asembia's AXS25 Summit, host Michael Sarshad sits down with Kim Plesnarski, SVP of Market Access and Patient Support Services at Syneos Health and Kelly Carter, AVP of Patient Support at Amgen, to unpack the evolving landscape of patient support. The discussion explores the blurring lines between general and specialty medicine, the growing administrative burden on providers and the need to embed seamless, tech-enabled support into the healthcare journey. The trio dives into the role of Field Reimbursement Managers (FRMs), payer challenges, affordability barriers and how AI and automation are beginning to transform operations—from personalized patient education to proactive intervention. If you're interested in how manufacturers can shift from reactive to proactive models and scale personalized support in an increasingly complex environment, this episode is a must-listen.The views expressed in this podcast belong solely to the speakers and do not represent those of their organization. If you want access to more future-focused, actionable insights to help biopharmaceutical companies better execute and succeed in a constantly evolving environment, visit the Syneos Health Insights Hub. The perspectives you'll find there are driven by dynamic research and crafted by subject matter experts focused on real answers to help guide decision-making and investment. You can find it all at insightshub.health. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to rate and review us! We want to hear from you! If there's a topic you'd like us to cover on a future episode, contact us at podcast@syneoshealth.com.
I spoke with producer Victor Agulhon of Targo Stories about their collaboration with TIME Studios to produce D-Day: The Camera Soldier, which he calls the most technologically advance immersive documentary produced up to this point. They took footage from D-Day and spatialized it in a number of different ways, and really pushed the frontiers of innovation for spatial storytelling. It released on the Apple Vision Pro last Tuesday, and it's definitely a project that you should check out if you have access to an AVP. This is a listener-supported podcast through the Voices of VR Patreon. Music: Fatality
Send us a textIn this episode, the CPG Guys are joined by Mark Williamson, AVP of Retail Media at Costco, the world's largest club format omnichannel retailer. Follow Mark on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkwilliamson/Follow Costco on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/costco-wholesale/Follow Costco online at: https://www.costco.com/f/-/company-informationMark answers these questions:Mark, you have a rich professional background working at Sam's Club, Ahold Delhaize USA and Citrus Ad recently rebranded as Epsilon. What was it about the opportunity at Costco around retail media that made you make this move and what were your objectives coming into the role?Why is retail media an important mechanism for brands to engage with shoppers and what makes it so appealing compared to the last century driven by linear TV and print media? What is the promise of retail media in your opinion?What do you see as the key attributes of Costco's retail media offering that should drive brands to leverage it in engaging your members?What are the core onsite ad unit offers that brands can leverage and which ones drive the most application from your suppliers?How about offsite and instore ad units? How is Costco affording quality offerings to brands in these areas?Why is transparent measurement of retail media performance marketing an essential component of brands moving their budgets into closed-loop measurement ecosystems and how is Costco ensuring that their platform succeeds in providing brands with the necessary omnichannel measurements?How does Costco make these solutions available to brands? Is it managed service, self-serve, ad tech partnerships with agencies?What are some of the industry trends that you are focused against for platform improvement and supplier adoption of Costco's RMN?CPG Guys Website: http://cpgguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://fmcgguys,com ThinkBlue Website: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thinkbluesolutions/ Rhea Raj Website: http://rhearaj.com Katseye Website: https://www.katseye.world/Subscribe to Chain Drug Review here: https://chaindrugreview.com/#/portal/signupSubscribe to Mass Market Retailers here: https://massmarketretailers.com/#/portal/signupDISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast episode is provided for general informational purposes only. By listening to our episode, you understand that no information contained in this episode should be construed as advice from CPGGUYS, LLC or the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for research on any subject matter. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by CPGGUYS, LLC. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. CPGGUYS LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other damages arising out of any individual's use of, reference to, or inability to use this podcast or the information we presented in this podcast.
In this episode of Better Tech, host Jocelyn Houle interviews Marc-Antoine Auger, AVP of AI Data Governance and Business Architecture at iA Private Wealth. Marc-Antoine dives deep into how financial institutions can modernize legacy systems by aligning business architecture, data governance, and AI to drive scalable transformation and value. He emphasizes the importance of understanding business capabilities, managing technical debt, and fostering collaboration across business, technology, and risk teams. Marc-Antoine also shares insights on data quality being “fit for purpose” rather than perfect and highlights the challenges and opportunities of AI adoption in finance. Listeners gain practical guidance on navigating complex AI projects and managing up effectively in fast-changing environments.
In this insightful episode, Kim Barrus, AVP of Quality and Accreditation at Select Health, shares three compelling case studies showcasing how her team is improving care access, streamlining provider engagement, and addressing health disparities across four states. Kim walks us through: A groundbreaking hybrid clinic model in rural Nevada, created in partnership with the city of Wells and Intermountain Health, to bring primary, urgent, and behavioral care to medically underserved communities. The development of Select Health's Quality Provider Plus Program, which consolidates risk adjustment and quality initiatives into a unified, less burdensome experience for provider partners—improving data sharing, reporting, and overall engagement. A remote blood pressure monitoring initiative targeting rural members with hypertension, using disparity analytics to identify high-need populations and improve outcomes through education, mailed BP cuffs, and clinician collaboration. If you're exploring ways to improve access to care, streamline provider relationships, and address social and geographic health disparities—this session is a must-listen. This session was part of the the Healthcare Engagement Virtual Summit: Strategies for Plans to Engage Consumers and Providers on May 8, 2025, co-sponsored by Bright Spots in Healthcare, TytoCare and Navina. For more information on the summit and to see the full video, please go to: https://www.tytocare.com/virtual-summit-healthcare-engagement-strategies-for-plans-to-engage-consumers-and-providers/
Rowdy Lennon is an American beach volleyball player. A former UC Santa Cruz standout - and current assistant coach for the NCAA men's and women's program - he hit the ground running on the beach scene. He most recently played 8 grueling matches that got him to the finals at Palm Beach, Florida, and in doing so, secured an automatic bid for the Manhattan Beach Open. Beloved by his peers, Rowdy is pretty easy to cheer for. 03:15 - The path to the finals at Palm Beach, Florida, being interchangeable on "partner control, how the partnership came into play 10:51 - The value of CBVA, the longevity and commitment, the "Beer Can" tournament 17:49 - Things that his partner brings to the table, the trust and communication, ball control that widens your lens 27:38 - If you are coaching and an active player, do you learn more about your own game from teaching others? Is being an active player a tool or an obstacle to coaching? 34:30 - How did he get started? Plus, Jacob Landel, Todd Hollenbeck, The coaching tree from Tom Black, 44:02 - Being around good players and getting rid of the "imposter syndrome," the process of knowing you belong, tournaments he wants to hit up before the year's end, partner juggling 54:49 - Inspired reading material for him, as well as other athletes, David Goggins, measuring motivation vs time 1:04:30 - Fun playing venues, where the AVP should go next, the nightmare of Atlantic City, plus, do you like single elimination or double elimination? Finding ways to make the volleyball path sustainable 1:14:42 - "Get after it" volleyball, and understanding what is inspiring, the level up moments of his age demographic, Miles Partain setting the bar 1:22:56 - Lightning rounds
This episode will be an interactive thing where there will be call-ins and dialogue on thoughts about the AVP beach volleyball league. Thanks to all who participated. 01:08 - I go first - my pros and cons, Volleyball announcer Dave Shaw chimes in 09:53 - the concept of expanding the league? The marketing, the turnout, and the product delivery 23:05 - Art Barron joins the show, the benefit of the league, festivals, and other tournaments, sports transcendence, a love for the "chit-chat" 50:08 - Feedback from the comment section 54:41 - Aaron Wexler calls in, engagement, what is the end game, make the team concept personal 1:02:31 - Derek Zimmerman calls in, interest-wise, it must come to the volleyball faithful and not the opposite 1:14:44 - Closing thoughts #nyvarsitysports #optionpodcast #avp #beachvolleyballworld
Bryan McDermand is an American beach volleyball coach, former indoor player and is currently the program director of "Progression Beach Volleyball" - an indoor beach facility in Chicago, Illinois Aaron Wexler is an American beach volleyball coach, former AVP player and college indoor coach and player at UCLA - and is currently the program director at "West Coast Volleyball Club" in Los Angeles, California Bobby Jones is an American beach volleyball coach and active player and is currently the program director at "Project Serve" in Austin, Texas. 02:47 - Mission statements from the program directors and coaches 09:31 - Beach and indoor players, balancing the time, and the challenges that come with it 27:01 - Challenges for recruits and their families, and dismissing the myths that keep popping up 35:19 - On a general level, skills that 13's and 14's teach the easiest for them to teach, and skills that are the most challenging 46:29 - Do you teach "hands" differently on your regional scene? 55:58 - Controllables: things your players can control on or off the court that the other teams cannot control. 1:10:22 - favorite quotes, references, closing thoughts
Ready to shatter the glass ceiling of venture investing? Let's dive deep into the transformative world of women-led investments. In this episode of How Women Inspire, Amy Dawson and Alissa Livingston unpack the stark reality that women control 52% of wealth yet receive only 2% of venture funding - and why that's about to change. With candid insights, personal stories, and a roadmap for getting started, this conversation is a rallying cry for women to step into their financial potential, challenge traditional investment narratives, and create meaningful economic impact. This week's episode 169 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about how women investors are changing the venture investing landscape! This episode was created in partnership with the Nasdaq Foundation. Together, we are working to educate, inspire, and engage women from diverse backgrounds on venture investing and entrepreneurship. Did you know that only 2% of venture funding goes to women-led companies? Together, we are working to show that women are the new face of venture investing.In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Amy Dawson and Alissa Livingston are sharing the importance of approaching investing as a community and actionable steps you can take right now to overcome your internal roadblocks keeping you from investing. Alissa Livingston is the AVP of Finance Strategies & Initiatives at Saks Global. When she's not using data to analyze new business opportunities, she's taking trapeze lessons or traveling with her two children. Alissa received a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University in Chicago, and an MBA from Columbia Business School in the City of New York. She's spent time in Technology Consulting, Investment Banking, and Luxury Retail.Amy Dawson is a product executive with over 20 years of experience in transforming visions into successful commercial ventures. She excels at identifying product-market fit, developing bundled solutions, scaling new product development from concept to profitability, and driving cross-functional execution for sustainable growth. Amy also serves as a board member for How Women Lead. Some of the talking points Amy and Alissa go over in this episode include:The benefits of learning together, the welcoming and collaborative nature of the venture ecosystem.How seeing other women successfully invest can inspire you to confront your investing fears.Using your investing journey to teach the next generation about financial literacy and establishing new norms in investing.The personal satisfaction and impact of supporting women founders who address issues affecting women and society.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about How Women Inspire at https://www.howwomenlead.com/podcast CONNECT WITH ALISSA LIVINGSTON:LinkedInCONNECT WITH AMY DAWSON:LinkedInCONNECT WITH JULIE CASTRO ABRAMS:LinkedIn - JulieHow Women LeadHow Women InvestHow Women GiveInstagram - HWLLinkedIn - HWLFacebook - HWL
Many nonprofits focus only on digital or direct mail, but you don't have to choose — nor should you. Donors crave cohesive, consistent experiences across multiple touchpoints, and getting your digital and direct mail efforts in sync can help you deliver. In this episode of the Go Beyond Fundraising podcast, we're talking with David Sacchetti, AVP of Client Strategy, about how a direct mail strategy backed by a complementary digital campaign can help solve the myriad challenges today's fundraisers face. No matter where you are with each channel, David offers actionable advice for leveling up. We discuss the importance of storytelling across channels to guide donors toward giving, with David sharing the digital trends that fit perfectly into a direct mail–first campaign. We also cover why your fundraising and marketing teams must work together to ensure brand impressions become donations.
Nuestra moderadora (host) Ivonne Arroyo Martínez, CEO de FranklinCovey Puerto Rico y República Dominicana, entrevista a Annette Santaliz, AVP & Manager II - Learning and Development de Banco Popular, sobre el Rol Estratégico de Learning and Development.Este episodio es auspiciado por SHRM-PR.SHRM-PR es una organización afiliada a SHRM.Moderadora-Ivonne Arroyo Martínez, CEO de FranklinCovey Puerto Rico y República DominicanaProducción Ejecutiva-Sociedad para la Gerencia de Recursos Humanos, Capítulo de PRAudiovisuales y Edición-Víctor Maldonado, Director de Recursos Humanos SAL-PR
Aaron Wexler is an American beach volleyball coach, former indoor and beach standout, and the author of "The Inspired Athlete." He is a former player and assistant women's volleyball coach at UCLA (2001 champs). He was an active player on the AVP scene and is currently the program director of West Coast Volleyball. 02:35 - Lambourne and Patterson, and the magic they put together, appreciating the appreciation 07:05 - The Huntington Heritage series, 3 things we liked and 3 things we would like to see, my "down period" and how I came back from it, plus, spouses save all, and players who came to flat out ball 18:11 - the authenticity of Evan Cory and the fans who take their journey with him, communications between the AVP and the fans and the variables many do not see, understanding technology from an enthusiast perspective 30:47 - Revenue-sharing, passion vs opportunism and how two things can be true at the same time, persistency is victory, praise to the photographers, having a pulse on regional support 41:48 - The value of having a league, the upward movement of revenue sharing, if the male elite players keep their promises, then we will keep ours, players have done well promoting themselves, Kiraly tears down the net video 57:45 - The power of the antagonist, and how it plays its part in sports, drama sells, historically, fans know if a personality comes from an authentic place 1:11:02 - Jason Olive insisted I talk to him, so we called him, also, taking comments from the live chat, the fans caring about the characters 1:32:31 - Dana White's journey with the UFC, the red to the black, do not manufacture villains, let it happen on its own, loving the AVP taking big chances, great sponsor opportunities 1:51:01 - For me to care, I have a short list, the Crabbs and the journey they allow us to take with them, Taylor Crabb's MBO journey to the finals and "the moment" 2:11:52 - Franchising the league teams, should there be a draft 2:25:10 - Top 5 domestic female players, male domestic players
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest ,Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. In this episode, we discuss the public release of iOS 18.5, Pride Harmony wallpaper, and the latest from Apple Vision Pro with visionOS 2.5. The panel debates early user feedback, watchOS 11.5 features, CarPlay Ultra, upcoming accessibility improvements, and Apple Maps' integration with Michelin. Plus, we preview the MacStock Conference and share tips for maximizing your Apple experience. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Spoutible Summary Topics Covered Welcome & Introductions A full panel gathers to discuss the latest in Apple news and experiences. iOS 18.5 Updates Recap of the public release Highlighted features: Pride Harmony wallpaper, update convenience, seamless install experience Apple Vision Pro & visionOS 2.5 Immersive capabilities and the updated Apple TV app Early impressions of visionOS 2.5 Anticipated features in visionOS 3 (including eye-tracking/scrolling) Mixed feedback from early adopters (including reference to Wall Street Journal article) Panel's thoughts on the learning curve and optimism for future updates watchOS 11.5 and tvOS Updates New Pride watch face Battery life improvements Impact for users with older devices CarPlay Ultra First look at features coming to luxury vehicles like Aston Martin Speculation on the broader impact Accessibility Announcements Preview of iOS 19 accessibility features Apple's push for Global Accessibility Awareness Day How these features support diverse user needs Apple Maps and Michelin Insights Integration of Michelin information How this could change navigation and trip planning for Apple users Other Highlights Nutrition labels and barcode scanner enhancements HBO Max rebranding Pride Edition Apple Watch band Tips for getting the most out of Apple's ecosystem Community & Events MacStock Conference Announcement: Countdown to the event, theme is “Share” Preview of speaker lineup including familiar names (Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, Brittany Smith) Emphasis on community, networking, and learning Links In Touch With Vision Pro this week. Apple Releases visionOS 2.5 With Vision Tab for Apple TV App visionOS 3 Will Let Apple Vision Pro Users Scroll With Their Eyes Apple announces new Vision Pro accessibility updates WSJ hack job article on AVP - from Marty They Paid $3,500 for Apple's Vision Pro. A Year Later, It Still Hurts. Beta this week. iOS 18.5 was released to the public this week. Apple Releases iOS 18.5 With New Wallpaper, Screen Time Changes, Carrier Satellite Support for iPhone 13 and More Apple Releases watchOS 11.5 With New Pride Watch Face Apple Releases tvOS 18.5 About Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD software updates tvOS 18.5 Adds Synchronized Dolby Atmos Playback for AirPlay and Bluetooth Speakers Apple's C1 Modem Gets First Security Update in iOS 18.5 Apple unveils powerful accessibility features coming later this year Yuka app Yuka - Food & Cosmetic Scanner on the App Store Apple Highlights Magnifier on Mac and iPhone Music Haptics in New Videos In Touch With Mac this week Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.5 Safari Web Push Update in macOS 15.5 Will Save You Battery CarPlay Ultra Announced CarPlay Ultra, the next generation of CarPlay, begins rolling out today Apple's 'CarPlay Ultra' Experience Now Available Apple Says These Vehicle Brands Plan to Offer All-New CarPlay Ultra Apple Says These Vehicle Brands Plan to Offer All-New CarPlay Ultra CarPlay Ultra Max Apple Music Gets New Transfer Tool to Make Switching From Spotify Easier Apple Card has three features that make it a go-to favorite for me News More Than 1 Billion RCS Messages Are Sent Daily on Android and iOS Apple and Universal Music Announce 'Sound Therapy' Max is Going to Be HBO Max Again Apple Maps Now Features Insights From 'Expert Sources' Like Michelin Guide New Pride Edition Band for Apple Watch Now Available at Apple Stores Announcements Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there! Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios Our Regular Contributors Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net About our Guest Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Summary In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner discuss the recent AVP tournament in Huntington Beach, focusing on the new single elimination format and its implications for teams. They analyze the performance of top teams, the stakes involved in qualification for the league, and the dynamics of key matches. The conversation also highlights emerging talents in both men's and women's beach volleyball, as well as the impact of injuries on players' careers. In this conversation, Brandon Joyner and Mark Burik discuss the current state of beach volleyball, focusing on the challenges faced by players, particularly in the women's league. They explore the evolution of the sport, the importance of aggressive serving and trust in attack strategies, and the necessity of film work for player development. The discussion also highlights the age gap in the sport and the exciting developments in the upcoming league, emphasizing the need for creative defensive strategies.
Our new episode features Van Hamilton Barbeau, AVP at Ochsner Ventures, the venture capital arm of Ochsner Health, which invests in healthcare companies from seed-stage to growth-stage. He has spent his career building, advising and investing in healthcare companies. Barbeau earned his undergrad degree from Cornell in 2011, where he studied political economy in the College of Arts & Sciences. He also has an MBA from Cornell's Johnson School and a master's in healthcare policy and research from Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences.
Marty, Eric, and Daniel talk about Mother's Day Vision Pro promotion, new chip rumors, some AVP patent implications, and some new apps.I have a ResMed Kontor Head Straphttps://www.apple.com/shop/product/HS062B/A/resmed-kontor-head-strap-medium-large BETASvisionOS 2.5 (22O473) released todayhttps://appleinsider.com/articles/25/05/12/visionos-25-is-here-with-new-immersive-video-and-3d-movie-tab-in-apple-tv-appNew tab in Apple TV+ app on Vision Pro for immersive contenthttps://appleinsider.com/articles/25/05/12/visionos-25-is-here-with-new-immersive-video-and-3d-movie-tab-in-apple-tv-app Apple Promotes Vision Pro in New Mother's Day-Themed Adhttps://www.macrumors.com/2025/05/08/apple-vision-pro-mothers-day-ad/New Apple video shows mother reliving baby's first year inside Vision Prohttps://9to5mac.com/2025/05/08/new-apple-video-shows-mother-reliving-babys-first-year-inside-vision-pro/ Apple ad, 'A Gift for Mom, touts Vision Pro head. Propagation Checker - Global DNS Testin...https://macdailynews.com/2025/05/08/apple-ad-a-gift-for-mom-touts-vision-pro-headset/Apple reveals a new Face Sensor System for a future Vision Pro headset to ensure maximum fit on a user's face and morehttps://www.patentlyapple.com/2025/05/apple-reveals-a-new-face-sensor-system-for-a-future-vision-pro-headset-to-ensure-maximum-fit-on-a-users-face-and-more.html Future Magic Mouse could detect gestures in the air like Apple Vision Prohttps://appleinsider.com/articles/25/05/06/future-magic-mouse-could-detect-gestures-in-the-air-like-apple-vision-pro Half the Size & Half the Price is What Vision Pro Needs to Take Off: Opinionhttps://www.roadtovr.com/half-the-size-half-the-price-is-what-vision-pro-needs-to-take-off/ What An Apple Vision Pro Developer Learned Hiking 70 Miles Outdoors In Headsethttps://www.uploadvr.com/walking-70-miles-in-vision-pro-cubic-layer/ AR/VR Headset Camera Quality - Apple Vision Pro vs. Meta Quest 3 Compared by DXOMARKhttps://www.cined.com/ar-vr-headset-camera-quality-apple-vision-pro-vs-meta-quest-3-compared-by-dxomark/ Eddy Cue: Apple iPhones May Not Needed in a Decadehttps://www.macobserver.com/news/eddy-cue-apple-iphones-may-not-needed-in-a-decade/ Apple's ambitious chip roadmap includes Al, glasses, and 'advanced' Macshttps://www.macworld.com/article/2777095/apples-ambitious-chip-roadmap-includes-ai-glasses-and-advanced-macs.html Apple Al Smart Glasses to Rival Meta Ray-Ban Coming in 2027https://www.macobserver.com/news/apple-ai-smart-glasses-to-rival-meta-ray-ban-coming-in-2027/ Apple Rumored to Be Working on Two Different Types of Smart Glasseshttps://www.pcmag.com/news/apple-rumored-to-be-working-on-two-different-types-of-smart-glasses Forget the Vision Pro: Apple is reportedly going all in on smart glasses with custom chipshttps://www.tomsguide.com/computing/smart-glasses/forget-the-vision-pro-apple-is-reportedly-going-all-in-on-smart-glasses-with-custom-chips Next-Level Kitchen Design At Lowe's With Free Apple Vision Pro Experiencehttps://www.kxan.com/studio-512/next-level-kitchen-design-at-lowes-with-free-apple-vision-pro-experience/New Apple TV+ trailer reveals first ever full-length 'immersive' filmhttps://9to5mac.com/2025/04/30/new-apple-tv-trailer-reveals-first-ever-full-length-immersive-film/ 5 new Apple Arcade games include hit What the Car? For Vision Prohttps://www.cultofmac.com/news/5-new-apple-arcade-gameshttps://macdailynews.com/2025/05/06/five-new-games-launch-on-apple-arcade-on-june-5th-including-uno-arcade-edition/APPS Grandscorehttps://apps.apple.com/hr/app/grandscore/id6479527875 Mic Streamerhttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/micstreamer/id6745178232DISC DISC - learn and play disc golf - learn rules and techniqueshttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/disc-disc/id6745244596CubicLayerhttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/cubiclayer/id6743873805?ref=uploadvr.comMacStockMacstockconferenceandexpo.comThePodTalk.Net
Wendy Jones is an American author, entrepreneur, podcaster and the founder of "Be Better Media" - a movement dedicated to maximizing wellness, as well as enhancing one's quality of life. Her journals real like novels and her podcast "What I meant to say" is provocative. Ashely Clark is an American business entrepreneur, volleyball coach and former player. She is currently with Wendy at Be Better Media and has recently joined her in a new podcast called "Undivided," a current events news show that attacks politico from a politically homeless perspective. She is learned and teaches "Human design," a method that diagnoses behavior, patterns and personalities that is instrumental in helping people coach. 01:22 - The NCAA, the tournaments, and the dropped teams 14:02 - Who is going to stand up, and at what risk to them, plus, what do the kids do? The recruits and current players? 24:55 - Men's NCAA, the tournament and the chronology, and who is going to win? 36:30 - NCAA beach, and how good coaching prevailed, The AVP and some favorite players 43:00 - Taking care of first hit, and checking the boxes, information and the coaches responsibility vs the player's responsibility, plus, one must participate in one's own salvation 1:00:30 - Finishing thoughts
SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter
Welcome back to another solo episode of SANDCAST, where Travis Mewhirter breaks down all the happenings in the world of beach volleyball. This week, Mewhirter chats: - TCU's historic NCAA Championship win in Gulf Shores, the first in program history and a long time coming - This week's AVP tournament in Huntington Beach, which will decide the final two spots per gender in the 2025 AVP League - Volleyball World's proposed rules changes, including, yes, no doubles. Yikes - April Ross' new role with USA Volleyball, and why it's her dream job SHOOTS! *** WE'VE GOT NEW MERCH! Check it out here!! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, sandcastpod-20. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products! We are FIRED UP to announce that we've signed on for another year with Athletic Greens! Get a FREE year's supply of Vitamin D by purchasing with that link. If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, head over to our website and subscribe! We'd love to have ya! https://www.sandcastvolleyball.com/
Here's a sneak preview of the Patreon episode featuring a PSG preview and a rewatch of the first leg to analyze what happened. If you want to sign up for Patreon and watch the first leg rewatch with us, visit http://patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcastUse code "AVP" for 50% off the first month.
Summary In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, hosts Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner discuss the best tournaments for amateur and open players, share insights on upcoming training camps, and delve into recent developments in the AVP. They also provide strategies for blockers and defenders, and highlight their favorite tournaments, including FUDS and SmackFest, while comparing them to the iconic Six Man tournament. In this conversation, Brandon Joyner and Mark Burik explore various volleyball tournaments and venues, highlighting the unique experiences and community aspects of each. They discuss the Estarito tournament in Mexico, the laid-back Dino tournament in Kauai, and the vibrant Seaside event in Oregon. The duo also emphasizes the social aspects of East Coast tournaments and the family vibe present in grass tournaments, showcasing the camaraderie and enjoyment that volleyball brings to its players.
Eric and Marty are joined by David Ginsburg of In Touch with iOS as we talk about Vision Pro Air rumors and share some great apps.This Week's BetaVisionOS developer beta 2.5.4 - Developer Noteshttps://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-2_5-release-notes Apple releases beta 4 for visionOS 2.5, watchOS 11.5, and tvOS 18.5Apple releases beta 4 for visionOS 2.5, watchOS 11.5, and tvOS 18.5 - 9to5MacNew Apple Vision Pro immersive video puts you in the passenger seat of a record- breaking rally car hill climbhttps://9to5mac.com/2025/04/25/new-apple-vision-pro-immersive-video-puts-you-in-the-passenger-seat-of-a-record-breaking-rally-car-hill-climb/Vision Pro Spatial Gallery has pictures from Kazakhstan and NigeriaLighter Vision Pro expected in 2026https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/04/27/lighter-apple-vision-pro-expected-by-early-2026 Apple Plans to Launch Lighter Vision Headset by Early 2026https://www.macobserver.com/news/apple-plans-to-launch-lighter-vision-headset-by-early-2026New Apple Vision 'Air' product could launch this year, per reporthttps://9to5mac.com/2025/04/28/new-apple-vision-air-product-could-launch-this-year-per-report/ Vision Pro Was Too Expensive To Fail, Will Vision Air Be Cheap Enough To Succeed?https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/vision-pro-was-too-expensive-to-fail-will-vision-air-be-cheap-enough-to-succeed/Apple Sees Double With Upcoming Vision Pro Headsetshttps://www.extremetech.com/electronics/apple-sees-double-with-upcoming-vision-pro-headsets The next Apple Vision Pro could drop sooner than you think — it's reportedly going to be lighter and cheaper toohttps://www.tomsguide.com/computing/vr-ar/the-next-apple-vision-pro-could-drop-sooner-than-you-think-its-going-to-be-lighter-and-cheaper Apple Working on visionOS Support for Godot Game Enginehttps://www.macrumors.com/2025/04/23/apple-visionos-godot-game-engine/Apple is Adding visionOS Support to Open-source Game Engine to Expand Development Optionshttps://www.roadtovr.com/apple-adding-visionos-support-godot-game-engine-vision-pro/ visionOS exclusive Siri commands, a working listhttps://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/comments/1k8jcnh/visionos_exclusive_siri_commands_a_working_list/ EnvironmentsSiri make it light (set daytime environment, also works in fullscreen video)Siri make it dark (set nighttime environment)Siri hide environment (stop displaying your current environment)Siri show environment xyz (have to use environment name)Siri show environments (opens environment picker)Video playbackSiri Auto dimming on/off (changes auto dimming setting for video/photos without having to tap through everything)Siri subtitles on/off (same deal)AppsSiri Open app xyz (while pointing head in any direction, opens appSiri close app xyz (close any app)Siri Screenshot (again useful for not having to touch the Vision Pro physically)SystemSiri redo eye tracking (Siri calibrate my eyes) (keep your eyes closed when you put on your AVP, then open them and you will not need to recalibrate as frequently)Siri turn off device (shuts down device)Siri restart headset to rebootLook at a profile picture and ask Siri to call them (haven't tried this yet)Take a capture or recording of your view on Apple Vision Prohttps://support.apple.com/guide/apple-vision-pro/take-a-capture-or-recording-of-your-view-tan1527c9e00/visionosNEW APPS WORTH MENTIONINGBeautiful Thingshttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/beautiful-things-3d-objects/id6478231453 updated for VisionOS 2.5. Improved interaction controlsMirror Vision uses - post outdoor tick finder. New compact view, shows a clock, then video when motion is detected.https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mirror-vision/id6744417468GlanceBar - status bar. Weather, Pictures, Music, time and date. I'm still using it a week laterhttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/glancebar-perfect-status-bar/id6477764879David Ginsburg - https://intouchwithios.com/ThePodTalk.Net
The average American family spends over $24,000 a year on healthcare, and costs continue to rise faster than inflation. Why can't we create a healthcare system that delivers more value for less money?In this conversation with Ann Somers Hogg, Director of Healthcare Research at the Clayton Christensen Institute, we explore the concept of "Zero Inflation Healthcare" and uncover why traditional health insurance models continue to drive costs up. Ann breaks down why many InsureTech startups initially struggled to disrupt incumbents and how a new approach to business model innovation could finally tame runaway healthcare costs.We cover:
SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter
Welcome back to another SOLO EPISODE of SANDCAST, where Travis Mewhirter provides a comprehensive overview of a wild weekend in the world of beach volleyball, breaking down the AVP League qualifier, the Saquarema Elite16, and the Cal Poly Center of Effort Challenge. Namely, he chats: - The surprise success of Corinne Quiggle and Megan Rice - The more surprising success of Hagen Smith and Logan Webber - The puzzling decision of the AVP not to give Kelly Cheng an injury sub for Sara Hughes, so she'll have to qualify via qualifiers - Anders Mol and Christian Sorum returning to the Beach Pro Tour in style And a bit more! SHOOTS! *** WE'VE GOT NEW MERCH! Check it out here!! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, SANDCASTVB. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products! We are FIRED UP to announce that we've signed on for another year with Athletic Greens! Get a FREE year's supply of Vitamin D by purchasing with that link. If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, head over to our website and subscribe! We'd love to have ya! https://www.sandcastvolleyball.com/