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Maria Sharapova is a five-time Grand Slam tennis champion, but after retiring from the sport in 2020, she pivoted into the world of entrepreneurship, taking on business roles for companies such as Supergoop!, Bala, and Therabody. On this episode, Sharapova shares her tips for creating a strong business pitch (hint: shorten your deck!), how she learned everything she knows about money, and details about her style evolution from the court to the boardroom. Plus, she takes us behind the scenes of her new podcast Pretty Tough, which airs weekly on Wednesdays.

La actualidad de la mañana en Vigo, en la Cadena SER.Precaución en Bayona, donde el alcalde Jesús Vázquez Almuíña recomienda esperar a las analíticas tras un vertido de E. coli en la playa de Santa Marta, y por las advertencias de los bomberos ante el riesgo inminente de incendios en el Baixo Miño. En Vigo, Abel Caballero activa un gran dispositivo de limpieza para la noche de San Juan, mientras el sector educativo inicia unas oposiciones masivas para casi 15.900 aspirantes y el ayuntamiento anuncia una inversión de 268.500 euros en la reforma de dos pabellones deportivos. Asimismo, Moaña estrena centro de salud sin servicio de urgencias continuado bajo la gestión de Javier Puente, el personal de recogida de basura de O Porriño convoca cuatro días de huelga, y la conselleira María Martínez Allegue confirma que las obras de la vía Tuy-Guarda ya alcanzan el 50% de su ejecución. Finalmente, la agenda cultural y deportiva viguesa destaca con la Fiesta de la Alegría en el Calvario, los conciertos de la orquesta KV 2211 y el decisivo partido de ascenso del Celta Fortuna en Balaídos.

Magazine de ocio, actualidad y cultura de Vigo.En el pleno extraordinario de Vigo, el BNG abandonó la sesión al calificar de "pantomima" que el alcalde no diera explicaciones por el trágico accidente de Matamá, por el que está imputada la concejala Patricia Rodríguez Calviño, cuyo cese fue rechazado por el gobierno local defendiendo su presunción de inocencia. Por otro lado, Abel Caballero anunció la incorporación de cinco nuevos bomberos y el próximo ingreso de otros 25 en prácticas. En consumo, el Mercado del Progreso recomienda adelantar la compra de sardinas para San Juan, mientras que en el Baixo Miño se inaugura la renovación de varias calles en Tui. Baiona estrenará un refugio climático desmontable de la Xunta para proteger del calor a personas con movilidad reducida ante una previsión de temperaturas de hasta 30 grados. En educación, la comunidad del instituto República Oriental del Uruguay de Teis protesta contra la implantación sin planificar de un ciclo básico de electricidad. Finalmente, en deportes, Jaime Vázquez analizó el decisivo partido de vuelta del Celta Fortuna en Balaídos para el ascenso a Segunda División, en un fin de semana que completará la agenda cultural con cine en Tui, un mercadillo en Mos y la Festa de la Alegría en O Calvario.

La actualidad de la mañana en Vigo, en la Cadena SER. Vigo amanece con cielos despejados y 22 grados, esperando un ascenso térmico que rozará los 30 grados el domingo. En el ámbito policial, las fuerzas de seguridad han detenido a un hombre que se encontraba escondido tras intentar robar en la iglesia de Fátima, relacionándolo también con el asalto a una vivienda cercana. Por otra parte, las islas Cíes y Ons registran un notable incremento de visitantes nacionales e internacionales que buscan adelantarse a la temporada alta, atraídos por el buen tiempo y el prestigio de arenales como la playa de Rodas.Con la llegada de San Juan, los mercados locales muestran optimismo ante la buena calidad y abundancia de la sardina, esperando que los precios se mantengan estables para la tradicional noche de las hogueras. En el plano político, la oposición ha criticado duramente al gobierno local en un pleno extraordinario por el trágico accidente de las fiestas de Matamá, una sesión marcada por la ausencia del alcalde y el plante del BNG. Además, la plataforma SOS Sanidade Pública ha convocado una concentración para exigir mejoras urgentes en la sanidad ante las listas de espera y la privatización de servicios.En clave de gestión municipal, el Concello ya planifica la Navidad tras prorrogar el contrato de iluminación por más de 47.000 euros, al tiempo que avanza en vivienda social con la adjudicación de 27 nuevos inmuebles en Esturáns. En educación, más de 1.000 alumnos vigueses se beneficiarán de las becas de inmersión lingüística en el Reino Unido, con una inversión de 3,2 millones de euros. Finalmente, el deporte local se vuelca con el Celta Fortuna, que disputará en el estadio de Balaídos un partido decisivo para el ascenso a Segunda División arropado por una afición entregada.

La información de Vigo, desde primera hora de la mañana, en la Cadena SER.Vigo y su área metropolitana registran temperaturas al alza, con máximas de 23 grados en la costa y hasta 30 en el interior, como en Ponteareas. Ante el consecuente riesgo de incendios, la Mancomunidad de Montes de Vigo ha activado la campaña de vigilancia "Ullos no Monte" para proteger el entorno periurbano.En el plano político, continúa la tensión entre el Concello y la Xunta de Galicia por la financiación local; el alcalde critica recibir solo 6,2 millones de euros del fondo de cooperación autonómico frente a los 125 millones del Gobierno central, mientras que la Xunta eleva su aportación a 7,6 millones y reprocha al Ayuntamiento el rechazo de otras subvenciones de empleo. Por su parte, el Partido Popular vigués ha exigido explicaciones al regidor por su ausencia en el pleno extraordinario sobre la concejala de seguridad.En cuanto al turismo y la movilidad, la presidenta del patronato de las Islas Atlánticas ha descartado implantar una tasa turística en las Islas Cíes, aunque busca nuevas vías de financiación. Además, el Concello reforzará las líneas de autobús hacia la playa de Samil para la noche de San Juan.La agenda cultural y deportiva viene cargada: los jardines del Pazo Quiñones de León acogen la segunda edición del Cine de Verano gratuito con seis proyecciones, el Celta Fortuna afronta un partido histórico en Balaídos ante una gran expectación y más de 3.500 personas han estrenado la temporada en Samil con el arranque de la gira musical de Cadena Dial.

La información de Vigo, desde primera hora de la mañana, en la Cadena SER.La jornada en Vigo está marcada por la estabilidad en el tráfico, a pesar de la niebla detectada en la ría y en el Bajo Miño. Según Meteogalicia, el cielo permanecerá nublado con temperaturas de entre 22 y 31 grados, cuya variación costera se debe al viento marítimo. Ante el riesgo de incendios forestales por el calor, la Mancomunidad de Montes de Vigo ha activado la campaña de vigilancia "Ollos no Monte". Esta iniciativa cuenta con una financiación de la Xunta de Galicia que asciende a 6,2 millones de euros para las comunidades de montes, asignación que ha recibido críticas del alcalde, Abel Caballero, por considerarla desfavorable para la ciudad en comparación con otros municipios. Por otra parte, la nueva presidenta del patronato de las Islas Cíes, Shana Fernández-Albor, ha descartado la implementación de una tasa turística, señalando que se buscarán otras vías de financiación para la conservación del parque nacional. En el ámbito deportivo y cultural, el Celta Fortuna se prepara para su crucial partido de ascenso en Balaídos ante más de 14,000 aficionados, mientras que la playa de Samil consolidó la agenda de ocio local tras acoger un multitudinario evento musical.

SER Deportivos Vigo.Se prevé el anuncio oficial de la renovación de Marcos Alonso con el Celta de Vigo, club que disputará un amistoso de pretemporada contra el Sporting de Braga mientras la grada de Gol en Balaídos avanza con la instalación de ochocientas butacas para el inicio liguero. Por su parte, el Celta Fortuna afrontará su próximo encuentro ante la Ponferradina con el respaldo de más de dieciocho mil aficionados que ya han canjeado sus entradas, en una cita donde el técnico confía plenamente en el rendimiento del filial.En baloncesto, el club vigués asegura la continuidad de Rodríguez hasta 2027 y mantiene el bloque del ascenso para la máxima categoría, al tiempo que el equipo alevín ultima su preparación para el Campeonato de España. Las disciplinas individuales también dejan grandes noticias gracias a la medalla de bronce de Unai Sánchez en el Campeonato de España de gimnasia rítmica y al hito histórico de María Mariño, primera española en lograr un bronce individual en florete femenino en un Europeo.Finalmente, la actualidad local se completa con la presentación del Rally Recalvi Rías Baixas, que incluirá un tramo inédito según detalló el presidente de la escudería, Damián González, y la confirmación de Katy Perry como cabeza de cartel en el festival O Son do Camiño.

SER Deportivos Vigo.La gira de verano de Cadena Dial pasará por 13 ciudades e incluirá un concierto gratuito en la playa de Samil, en Vigo, organizado por el Concello con la participación de varios artistas. En el ámbito deportivo, el Celta Fortuna, dirigido por Fredi Álvarez, se prepara en Balaídos para el decisivo partido de vuelta por el ascenso a segunda división tras empatar en la ida contra la Ponferradina; el jugador Javi Rodríguez expresó la confianza del equipo ante una afición que ya ha agotado más de 14.000 entradas. Por otra parte, Borja Jiménez fue presentado como nuevo entrenador del Leganés tras su etapa en el club, destacando la exigencia del cargo y la importancia de conectar con el público. Además, el Tyde Fútbol Club convoca un concurso de pintura dotado con 500 euros para conmemorar su centenario, y se presentó la décima edición de la Challenge Rías Baixas, una prueba ciclista de tres etapas que cuenta con el firme respaldo institucional de O Porriño y Mos. El programa cerró con la música de Despistaos, uno de los grupos que inaugurará la esperada gira musical.

La información de Vigo, desde primera hora de la mañana, en la Cadena SER.Tras un fin de semana caluroso, se registran cielos nublados, nieblas y temperaturas más frescas. En el ámbito de la seguridad vial, lamentablemente se reportó el fallecimiento de un motorista en la carretera nacional 550, a su paso por Redondela. Por otra parte, la inauguración del nuevo centro de salud en Moaña ha generado controversia y una manifestación de unas 4,000 personas, quienes protestan junto al concello y la plataforma en defensa de la salud debido a la falta de un servicio de urgencias adecuado a sus necesidades. En Vigo, el concello anunció la prórroga de la gestión del albergue municipal para personas en exclusión social y aprobó un plan municipal de empleo para formar y contratar a 75 personas durante nueve meses, además de activar un servicio de viajes marítimos gratuitos para mayores. El turismo vigués sigue al alza, superando los 100,000 visitantes en mayo con una ocupación hotelera cercana al 90%, impulsado en parte por el cierre del aeropuerto de Santiago. En el apartado cultural, la Casa de las Artes acoge una nueva exposición de arte gallego contemporáneo con más de 70 obras, mientras que Moaña celebró su Festa da Rosa, destacando la empanada de millo y el nombramiento de nuevos valedores. Para cerrar con los deportes, el Celta Fortuna se juega un histórico ascenso a la segunda división en Balaídos, solicitando el máximo apoyo de su afición.

WOMEN DOING AMAZING THINGS✨Listen now as we welcome Natalie Holloway to the podcast! Natalie is the Co-Founder of Bala Bangels, but beyond that, she's a creative thinker and entrepreneur who has challenged the way we experience fitness and everyday movement. Natalie and her husband built Bala with a strong vision that blends design, lifestyle, and wellness into one, in a way that feels both accessible and elevated. Her journey, from the early stages of building the brand to gaining national attention on Shark Tank, reflects her evolution as a founder and leader.Tune in to hear her insights on everything brand building, teamwork, and what it takes to redefine a product category

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Nathan Maharaj spoke with novelist Sharon Bala, author of the award-winning 2018 novel, The Boat People. Her new book is called Good Guys. It's about a nearly bankrupt international aid charity called Children of the World, and how their stumbling into the good graces of an A-list celebrity raises a lot of money, and a lot of questions about who the good guys really are.   Sharon Bala on the absurdity of so-called Good Guys

SER Deportivos Vigo.El Celta Fortuna mantiene una posición destacada tras vencer 4-1 como local, y ya prepara una eliminatoria crucial de ascenso a Segunda División en dos partidos contra su rival, jugándose la vuelta en Balaídos con el optimismo del entrenador Fredi Álvarez y el jugador Álvaro Marín. Por su parte, el primer equipo del Real Club Celta presentará próximamente su campaña de abonados para la nueva temporada, la cual genera gran expectativa entre la afición ante una posible subida de precios por el IPC y la prioridad de acceso si el filial asciende. Finalmente, el club planifica el mercado de fichajes con la prioridad de buscar refuerzos en la defensa, mientras la programación de radio adaptará sus horarios para cubrir tanto la actualidad local como el próximo Mundial.

Nathan Maharaj spoke with novelist Sharon Bala, author of the award-winning 2018 novel, The Boat People. Her new book is called Good Guys. It's about a nearly bankrupt international aid charity called Children of the World, and how their stumbling into the good graces of an A-list celebrity raises a lot of money, and a lot of questions about who the good guys really are. You can watch their conversation too: https://youtu.be/6_YeVizUPr4  Sharon Bala on the absurdity of so-called Good Guys

SER Deportivos Vigo.El Real Club Celta se prepara para la final del Celta Fortuna contra la Ponferradina en Balaídos, donde la presidenta Marián Mouriño ha hecho un llamamiento a la afición para llenar el estadio. En la planificación deportiva, se confirmó la continuidad del técnico Fredi Álvarez en el filial y se avanza sin urgencias en el mercado de fichajes, además de progresar en las obras del proyecto Galicia 360. Por otro lado, el programa repasó la trayectoria del periodista Alberto Benza, quien analizó la evolución y la profesionalización del deporte vigués desde 1988. En baloncesto, Cristina Cantero aseguró su continuidad al frente del Celta Zorka Recalvi, planeando el futuro tras la retirada de Regina Aguilar, al tiempo que se anunció la apertura del campus de verano del club en Sanxenxo. Finalmente, en vela, el barcelonés José Luis Pérez del Team eXpressam compartió el éxito del equipo tras lograr la cuarta plaza en la primera cita del circuito europeo en el lago de Como, con la vista puesta en las próximas regatas internacionales.

La información de Vigo, desde primera hora de la mañana, en la Cadena SER.Galicia experimentará un aumento de nubes con temperaturas en torno a los 20 grados y tiempo seco en Vigo, donde un accidente de camión cisterna en la AP-9 ha provocado vertidos de gasóleo y retenciones, obligando a las autoridades a recomendar que no se use el agua de pozos particulares. En el ámbito deportivo y urbano, la Federación confirma la candidatura de Vigo para el Mundial 2030, mientras el alcalde Abel Caballero busca apoyo financiero para reformar el estadio de Balaídos. Por otra parte, el Consorcio del Casco Vello adquiere un inmueble en la calle Real para viviendas de protección autonómica, la hostelería alerta de la falta de personal el fin de semana a pesar del empleo récord, y la plantilla de Copo Galicia anuncia huelgas por mejoras salariales. El panorama local se completa con la agenda cultural en el puerto, el aniversario del Centro de Investigacións Mariñas de la Universidade de Vigo y el avance del Celta en la fase de ascenso.

SER Deportivos Vigo.El Celta Fortuna, dirigido por Freddy Álvarez, se clasificó para la final de ascenso a la segunda división tras vencer 3-2 al Europa con un gol decisivo de Ángel Arcos, enfrentándose ahora a la Ponferradina con la ida en el Toralín y la vuelta en Balaídos. Por otra parte, se destacó la clasificación del Real Club Celta para la Europa League por segundo año consecutivo, además del inesperado ascenso del club Maniotas a la primera división de gimnasia bajo la dirección de la entrenadora Ayala Ortiz. Finalmente, se anunció la celebración del Congreso del Mar en el Náutico de Vigo para promover la sostenibilidad y la innovación marítima, junto con una carrera nocturna popular que dinamizará el fin de semana en la ciudad.

From the factory floor to his time as CEO of global wellness and network marketing company Mannatech, Alfredo Bala’s journey is proof of what belief, vision, and persistence can create. In this episode of The Direct Selling Accelerator Podcast, I’m joined by an incredible leader, coach, author, and motivational expert - Alfredo Bala, also known as ‘The Motivation Guy.’ Having known Alfredo for the past 7 years, I’ve seen firsthand the impact of his wisdom on mindset, self-belief, and the power of spoken words. We dive into how to regain motivation when you’ve lost your mojo, why having an ‘outer focus’ instead of an ‘inner focus’ can completely shift your momentum, and the importance of continually redefining your ‘why’ as you grow through life and business. Drawing from insights in his book, The Motivation Equation, Alfredo shares practical tips and powerful reminders that will help you grow your business, elevate your mindset, and move the needle in your life. I’m so excited for this conversation - I know you’ll walk away inspired, motivated, and ready to take action! We’ll be talking about: ➡ [03:42] From ‘Factory Worker’ to CEO ➡ [05:15] 46 Years in Direct Selling ➡ [08:24] Becoming “The Motivation Guy” ➡ [11:33] The Power of Spoken Declarations ➡ [15:21] Motivation = Dreams x Beliefs ➡ [18:09] Clarity Creates Momentum ➡ [23:12] FREE SOCIAL MEDIA CHALLENGE ➡ [25:09] Building Self-Belief in Business ➡ [28:12] Get Around Successful People ➡ [35:09] The Butterfly & Cocoon Lesson ➡ [39:54] Stop Focusing Only on Yourself ➡ [41:39] Finding Your “Why” ➡ [46:54] Motivation vs Manipulation About Our Guest: Alfredo Bala is a global business leader, keynote speaker, executive consultant, and author of the upcoming book The Motivation Equation. With more than 45 years of experience in entrepreneurship, leadership, manufacturing, wellness, and Network Marketing, Alfredo has built and scaled organizations across more than 65 countries worldwide. He previously served as CEO of Mannatech, a publicly traded wellness company specializing in glycan technology and cellular nutrition, where he led the organization through a major global transformation and expansion. Prior to that, he spent nearly two decades helping build one of the largest international Network Marketing organizations in the world through Britt Worldwide and Amway. Known for his dynamic communication style and deep understanding of leadership psychology, duplication systems, culture-building, and personal reinvention, Alfredo now mentors CEOs, entrepreneurs, and top field leaders on how to scale organizations while building purpose-driven legacies. Originally born in Dakar, Senegal, to Cape Verdean parents, Alfredo brings a unique global perspective shaped by resilience, faith, family values, and multicultural leadership. His message centers on helping people unlock their full potential through mindset, discipline, personal growth, and service to others. Today, Alfredo continues to speak internationally on leadership, motivation, entrepreneurship, wellness innovation, and the future of the Direct Selling profession. Resources: Pre-Order Al’s Book: The Motivation Equation: The Art And Science of Getting People To Take Action Paperback by Al Bala https://bit.ly/4e8E8yG Al’s Recommendation: The Magic of Thinking Big: The motivational bestseller on the power of positive thinking by David J Schwartz https://bit.ly/4fP5ifb Quote: “In all adversity lies seeds of greater opportunity” - unknown source Connect with Alfredo Bala: ➡ Website: https://alfredobala.com/ ➡ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alfredo.bala/ ➡ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfredo-bala-9719013/ Free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/socialmediafordirectsellerswithgregandsam/ Are you ready to keep growing? Learn more about joining the Auxano Family - https://go.auxano.global/welcome Connect with Direct Selling Accelerator: ➡ Visit our website: https://www.auxano.global/ ➡ Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DirectSellingAccelerator ➡ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auxanomarketing/ ➡ Sam Hind’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/samhinddigitalcoach ➡ Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/auxanomarketing ➡ Email us: community_manager@auxano.global If you have any podcast suggestions or things you’d like to learn about specifically, please send us an email at the address above. And if you liked this episode, please don’t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast. Are you ready to join the Auxano Family to get live weekly training, support and the latest proven posting strategies to get leads and sales right now - find out more here: https://go.auxano.global/welcomeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the best strategies for improving health outcomes involves prevention and addressing health issues before they escalate into a costly hospital stay, chronic condition, or something worse. Achieving that level of care at scale, however, isn't exactly easy. It requires healthy systems that encourage things like regular preventive screenings, coverage options and policies that consistently support that level of care, and a workforce focused on preventive medicine. To learn more about efforts to develop that workforce, we're joined on this episode of the Wonks at Work podcast by Dr. Bala Simon with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, which has received initial accreditation to form the Dr. Joseph H. Bates Preventive Medicine Residency Program.

Nesta mensagem, o Pr. Rafael Lemos, com o texto em Números, capítulo 22, versículos 1 ao 14, nos traz uma mensagem sobre a bênção do Senhor que não pode ser anulada em nossas vidas.O capítulo 22 de Números apresenta um momento marcante na caminhada de Israel. O povo havia avançado pelo deserto e acampado nas campinas de Moabe. Ao ver tudo o que Deus estava fazendo em favor de Israel, Balaque, rei de Moabe, foi tomado pelo medo e decidiu procurar Balaão para amaldiçoar o povo de Deus.A partir desse texto, aprendemos importantes lições sobre o tema “Bênção ou Maldição?”1. Quem anda debaixo da vontade de Deus vive debaixo da Sua bênçãoBalaque queria contratar Balaão para lançar uma maldição sobre Israel, mas havia um problema: Deus já havia abençoado aquele povo.A bênção de Deus não dependia da opinião dos inimigos, nem das circunstâncias ao redor. Ela estava fundamentada na aliança que Deus havia estabelecido com Seu povo.Muitas vezes existem pessoas que desejam o nosso fracasso, mas quando Deus decide abençoar, ninguém pode impedir."Como amaldiçoarei a quem Deus não amaldiçoou?" (Nm 23:8)Quando Deus libera uma palavra de bênção, ela é maior que qualquer oposição.2. O medo enxerga ameaça onde Deus está realizando propósitoBalaque olhou para Israel e enxergou um problema. Deus olhava para Israel e via o cumprimento de uma promessa.A mesma situação pode ser vista de maneiras diferentes. Quem vive pelo medo tenta controlar tudo. Quem vive pela fé confia na direção de Deus.Há pessoas que interpretam o avanço dos outros como ameaça, mas aquilo que Deus está fazendo não pode ser combatido pelos recursos humanos.3. Nem toda proposta que parece vantajosa vem de DeusOs mensageiros chegaram a Balaão trazendo honra, reconhecimento e recompensa.Antes de aceitar qualquer proposta, Balaão precisou consultar a Deus. Isso nos ensina que nem tudo o que parece uma oportunidade é uma direção divina.Nem toda porta aberta foi aberta por Deus.O cristão maduro não decide apenas pelo lucro, pela vantagem ou pela aparência. Ele pergunta:"Qual é a vontade de Deus para esta situação?"4. A voz de Deus deve ser maior que a voz dos interessesQuando Balaão consultou o Senhor, Deus foi claro:"Não irás com eles, nem amaldiçoarás este povo, porque é bendito." (Nm 22:12)Deus não deixou espaço para dúvidas. A resposta foi objetiva.Muitas vezes buscamos inúmeras opiniões porque não gostamos da resposta que Deus já nos deu. Porém, maturidade espiritual é obedecer mesmo quando a direção divina contraria nossos interesses pessoais.5. Deus transforma tentativas de maldição em instrumentos para revelar Sua glóriaA história mostra que aquilo que Balaque planejou como maldição acabou se tornando uma oportunidade para Deus demonstrar Seu poder.O inimigo queria destruir Israel, mas Deus usou toda aquela situação para confirmar ainda mais Sua bênção sobre o povo.Isso continua acontecendo hoje. Deus é capaz de transformar ataques em testemunhos, lutas em crescimento e crises em oportunidades para manifestar Sua graça.Conclusão: A grande pergunta deste texto não é apenas "Existe maldição?", mas sim: "Sobre qual voz estamos construindo nossa vida?"Israel estava protegido porque caminhava debaixo da palavra de Deus. Balaque confiava em estratégias humanas. Balaão estava diante da decisão entre obedecer ao Senhor ou seguir seus próprios interesses.A bênção não está em fórmulas, objetos ou palavras humanas. A verdadeira bênção está em viver alinhado com a vontade de Deus.Quando Deus declara Sua bênção sobre uma vida, nenhuma maldição tem poder para prevalecer.Que possamos escolher diariamente o caminho da obediência, pois onde há obediência ao Senhor, há proteção, direção e bênção.Se esta mensagem edificou a sua vida, curta e compartilhe com mais pessoas.Deus te abençoe!

Lloret de Mar acull avui la conferència inaugural de la Fira dels Americanos, una cita que enguany se centra en les guerres de Cuba i les repercussions amb Espanya, Catalunya i Lloret de Mar. El ponent serà l'historiador Albert García-Balañà, catedràtic d'Història Contemporània de la Universitat Pompeu Fabra i director de l'Institut d'Història Jaume Vicenç Vives. Especialista en la història social i política del segle XIX, García Balanyà ha centrat la seva recerca en les dimensions colonials i els conflictes imperials. La conferència “La guerra del desastre, desastres de la guerra. Noves mirades sobre les guerres de Cuba (1868-1898)” proposa «una nova interpretació d'un dels conflictes més determinants de la fi del segle XIX: les llargues guerres de Cuba entre el moviment independentista i el govern espanyol. Un episodi amb importants conseqüències polítiques, socials i econòmiques, tant a Cuba com a la península, i també amb impacte a Catalunya i Lloret de Mar», segons l’arxiver municipal Quim Daban. El cicle «dona continuïtat a la línia de treball iniciada en edicions anteriors», que ja va abordar qüestions com l'esclavisme i les seves conseqüències històriques. Enguany, el focus se centra en el conflicte bèl·lic i les seves interpretacions historiogràfiques, amb l'objectiu d'oferir noves mirades sobre la guerra colonial i el seu llegat. La conferència inaugural amb Albert García-Balañà s’ha previst aquest dijous (20h) a l’edifici de Promoció Lloret. Consulta aquí el programa de la 13a edició de la Fira dels Americanos.

'Hora 14' es el informativo líder del mediodía. Cada tarde a las 14:00 de lunes a domingo, la actualidad de la mañana en la Cadena SER. Dirigido por Javier Casal.

Pred pristojnimi odbori državnega zbora so se dopoldne začela zaslišanja 15 ministrskih kandidatov nove vlade pod vodstvom Janeza Janše. Zeleno luč je že dobil kandidat za infrastrukturega ministra Jernej Vrtovec. V predstavitvi je postavil v ospredje pospešitev projekta graditve drugega bloka krške nuklearke. Kandidat za ministra za gospodarstvo, delo in šport Anže Logar pa je dejal, da je produktivnost Slovenije obstala pri 86 odstotkih povprečja Evropske unije, kar da je treba popraviti. Drugi poudarki oddaje: - Izrael širi operacijo v Libanonu, Kuvajt prestregel iranske drone. - Moravški župan Balažic vztraja pri politični motiviranosti kazenske ovadbe. - Za plovbo po Soči še ni mogoče kupiti enotne dovolilnice, čeprav so to napovedali.

Programa Nº 1037 de "Voces del Misterio", Temporada 2025/2026. “Las Luces de Hessdalen, Misterios de Atenas, La Cábala, El Tercer Hombre, Misterios de los Museos de Madrid, Piso encantado en Huelva”. En este episodio de “Voces del Misterio”, edición Nº 1037, viajamos por algunos de los fenómenos más inquietantes y fascinantes del mundo del misterio. Desde las enigmáticas Luces de Hessdalen y los secretos ocultos de la Cábala, hasta el inquietante Fenómeno del Tercer Hombre, una ciudad encantada en Atenas, los misterios de los Museos de Madrid y un aterrador piso encantado en Huelva. Con la participación de José Manuel García Bautista, Antonio Reinoso y Álvaro Martín Pérez (autor del libro "Enigmas ocultos en los museos de Madrid"). Audio perteneciente a esta tercera etapa, en Real Betis Radio. RECORDAROS que este PODCAST NO es el OFICIAL del programa “Voces del Misterio”. Para comentarios sobre los temas tratados o las opiniones de los colaboradores, podeís contactar directamente con el programa a través de su web (https://www.vocesdelmisterio.com) o el correo electrónico: "vocesdelmisterio@gmail.com". Podeís seguirnos a través de la WEB (https://paranormaliaweb.github.io/), FACEBOOK (https://www.facebook.com/paranormaliaweb/) o X (https://x.com/paranormaliaweb). Un saludo.

In this episode, Madelyn O'Farrell sits down with Bala Ramamurthy, CEO and Co-Founder of Critical Loop, to explore how his journey from NASA and SpaceX led him to tackle one of today's most urgent problems: industrial access to reliable, scalable power. They discuss why the electricity grid is an underutilized, aging asset facing soaring demand from reindustrialization, data centers, and EV fleets, and how bottlenecks like multi-year wait times for utility upgrades can cripple factories and logistics operators. Bala explains Critical Loop's solution: modular, relocatable microgrids that combine battery energy storage, generation, and autonomous controls to dramatically shorten “time to power,” including a high-stakes deployment that kept a factory running for nine months during a utility outage. He also covers how Critical Loop works behind the meter and with utilities, the importance of reliability borrowed from aerospace engineering, navigating shifting policy and supply chains, and why industrial operators shouldn't give up on their preferred locations just because the grid says “no” at first. Highlights from their conversation include: Welcoming Bala Ramamurthy to the Show (0:29) What Critical Loop Does for Industrial Power (1:35) Why the Grid Is Complex, Underutilized Infrastructure (3:05) How Grid Bottlenecks Impact Industrial Operators (4:41) How Critical Loop Analyzes Sites and Designs Solutions (7:21) High Stakes Deployment During Nine-Month Outage (10:18) Where Critical Loop Sits in the Grid Stack (12:03) Deployment Scale Today and Ambition to Reach Gigawatts (14:19) Navigating Policy, Regulation, and Market Tailwinds (17:20) What Rockets and Industrial Power Systems Have in Common (21:59) Advice for Operators Facing Energy as a New Constraint (24:09) Parting Thoughts and Takeaways (25:05) Dynamo Ventures is a venture firm backing founders upgrading the physical economy. As intelligence moves into critical infrastructure and technology collides with physics, industry is entering a new era of transformation - the industrial renaissance. Born from the dirt and grit of supply chains and shaped by operations, not spreadsheets, Dynamo focuses on the complex realities of building in the real world. We invest in companies transforming infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, and the systems that power global commerce. Dynamo works closely with founders who combine ambition with a bias to action, bringing a builder mindset to venture capital through deep operational insight, systematic pressure-testing and hands-on partnership. Our purpose is simple: to back the relentless shaping the industrial renaissance. Learn more at www.dynamo.vc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Skip the Queue, Andy Povey is joined by Bala McAlinn, Managing Director Complete Works to discuss how visitor attractions can balance technology with authentic human interaction. Bala shares how storytelling, performance techniques and well-trained frontline teams can transform guest experiences, increase revenue and encourage repeat visits, while exploring why technology should support human connection rather than replace it.   Topics Discussed Balancing technology and human interaction in attractions Why storytelling improves guest experiences Using theatrical techniques in visitor attractions Training frontline teams to create memorable interactions How live experiences increase revenue and repeat visits The importance of authentic human connection Christmas and Halloween event production for attractions Creating immersive shows and seasonal experiences Why attractions should invest in people as well as technology The role of confidence and communication in guest engagement How attractions can improve experiences without major budgets Using staff feedback to improve visitor experiences The growing importance of experiential entertainment Networking and collaboration within the attractions industry Why events and live experiences encourage repeat visitation   Show references:    Bala McAlinn - Managing Director Complete Works www.complete-works.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/company/completeworks/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bala-mcalinn-05406683/   Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your guest host is Andy Povey. If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm. If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn. Credits: Written by Emily Burrows (Plaster) Edited by Steve Folland Produced by Emily Burrows and Sami Entwistle (Plaster) Download The Visitor Attractions Website Survey Report - https://www.merac.co.uk/download-the-visitor-attractions-survey We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

Biographical Bytes from Bala #055 for mid-May 2026: Tour starts at the Conservatory, River Section starts at the BODE plot.  Join me on an audio guided tour of the River Section of Laurel Hill West, one of the original four segments when the cemetery opened in 1869. You won't miss and of the fancy mausoleums or Tiffany studio stained glass, since they came later. You will meet the Father of Scientific Management and the Mother of Mother's Day, the man who literally changed two sports and his sister who wrote for The New Yorker, a man who decorated several rooms in City Hall and Masonic Temple, and a woman whose work is primarily at The Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., the first doctor to take care of Phineas Gage after the tamping bar incident (it wasn't a crowbar), and a bride who wore her dress for the first time in her coffin. Plus ... oh, I don't know, maybe a couple of dozen more. I promise you at least two or three stories you will want to tell others. 

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Ko je sonce zašlo je miško obiskal najbolj nesramen strah na svetu. Pokazal se je vedno le takrat, ko je bila miška sama ... Pripoveduje: Slavko Cerjak. Napisala: Tatjana Kokalj. Posneto v studiih Radia Slovenija 1999.

La desaparición de una buena chica Tara Sidarovich, de 19 años, desaparece de su casa en Punta Gorda. La policía de Florida lo considera una fuga, hasta que su cadáver aparece en un pantano. Unas impactantes grabaciones desde una cárcel llevarán a los detectives a buscar al asesino por todo el país. Una bala en el corazón Cuando Rodney Castin, gerente nocturno de un hotel, es asesinado a tiros en el vestíbulo del establecimiento tres semanas antes de Navidad, los detectives peinan Georgia en busca del asesino. Veinte años después, el impactante testimonio de un informante permite la resolución del caso.

Neste episódio de alerta espiritual, @Juanribe Pagliarin expõe, à luz de 2 Pedro, as estratégias de engano que ameaçam a fé.

In this episode of Uncharted, Bala Kasiviswanathan, VP of Developer and AI Experiences at Snowflake, shares how enterprises are moving from AI experimentation to real-world impact. Bala breaks down what it takes to build trusted AI systems, why time-to-value is the new competitive edge, and how Snowflake is helping developers and organizations turn data and AI into meaningful business outcomes faster than ever.About our speaker:Bala Kasiviswanathan is VP of Developer and AI Experiences at Snowflake, where he drives how developers, enterprises, and partners build applications and AI solutions on the Snowflake platform. He oversees Cortex Code, the centerpiece of Snowflake's AI development experience, alongside Snowsight, Notebooks, and Streamlit, the core surfaces that bring data and applications closer together on Snowflake. Central to his mission is making Snowflake the platform developers choose to build on, backed by a deep commitment to the open source and developer community. His goal: give every enterprise the tools, ecosystem, and AI-powered experiences to deploy modern data applications at scale.Bala brings over two decades of experience building and scaling enterprise software and AI products, from early-stage ideas to public-company scale. Prior to Snowflake, he held leadership roles at Microsoft, Apigee, and Google, and most recently served as Chief Product Officer and Chief Customer Experience Officer at Simpplr. Across each role, he has focused on understanding real customer problems, translating them into clear product bets, and guiding teams through major platform shifts with an emphasis on building products that deliver lasting business value.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/balak/

By the time you read this sentence, the AI landscape has already changed, says Bala Muthiah, Director of Engineering for Lyft.“It's like A Tale of Two Cities,” he says, citing the tension between champions and skeptics. “There are dreamers, and we need them. And there is a realism when code goes to production.”In this conversation with Daniel and Peter, Bala shares his insights about how to balance aspirations around the great potential of AI with a healthy dose of realism about its capabilities and use cases.Tune in to learn:A framework to help apply AI with a “human first” approachWhat you should NOT do to promote AI literacyWhy leaders should let go of AI FOMOUltimately, Bala encourages leaders to be curious. “As a leader, the number one job is to help your team be their best,” he says. Being curious “is always going to be the winning formula.”Questions, or comments? E-mail us at podcast@stewartleadership.com—Sign up for Stewart Leadership's newsletter: https://stewartleadership.com/newsletter/—Resources and LinksBala Muthiah LinkedInStewart Leadership Insights and Resources:4 Mistakes Leaders Make with AI–and What to Do Instead4 Ways to Encourage a Healthy Failure CultureThe AI Integration RoadmapHow to Stay Relevant at Work6 Ways to Gain Support for Organizational ChangeThe 4 Steps for Managing Constant Change in the Workplace4 Ways to Develop a Strategy of Adaptation5 Signs You're Ready for Digital Transformation—#leadership #podcast #leadershippodcast #leadershipdevelopment #StewartLeadership #LeadershipGrowthPodcastIf you liked this episode, please share it with a friend or colleague, or, better yet, leave a review to help other listeners find our show, and remember to subscribe so you never miss an episode. For more great content or to learn about how Stewart Leadership can help you grow your ability to lead effectively, please visit stewartleadership.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube. 

Tonight, on The Time Between Times Storytelling Podcast, Owen Staton journeys deep into the haunted hills of old Wales to uncover one of the most chilling and forgotten fairy legends ever told.Two men walk home beneath the moonlight after a fair in Bala. Only one returns.The other has vanished amongst the standing stones after hearing impossible music drifting across the dark hills…Soon whispers spread through the valley. Murder is suspected. Friend turns against friend. And the lonely road through the Berwyn mountains becomes a place of dread.But months later, the missing man returns with a terrible tale:of silver-eyed dancers…golden halls beneath the earth…and an evening of revelry that lasted far longer than any mortal night.In this dark and atmospheric retelling of a rare nineteenth-century Welsh fairy legend, Owen Staton brings to life the eerie beauty of the Tylwyth Teg and the ancient belief that some roads in Wales do not entirely belong to our world.So dim the lights, stir the fire, and listen carefully…Because if you hear music upon the hills after midnight, you must never follow it.https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/4494952490/the-robbers-of-penwyllt-iago-and-gronwy?ls=s&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=Iago+and+Gronwy&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&local_signal_search=1&content_source=0b413d7c-9244-4622-b760-72fced06b30e%253ALT8d744fd33c2df938f97c839518c72705459d09e8&organic_search_click=1&logging_key=0b413d7c-9244-4622-b760-72fced06b30e%3ALT8d744fd33c2df938f97c839518c72705459d09e8www.welshstoryteller.comOwen's ko-fiwww.ko-fi.com/owenstatonOwen's Patreonwww.patreon.com/owenstaton7Take care my friendsOwen

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  My guest today is L.A. Balamurugan, known as Bala. With extensive experience in software development, he now plays the role of a delivery coach.In this conversation filled with nuggets from his experience, Bala shares his career journey from a computer science degree in the early 1990s to roles at HCL, Perot Systems in the US, and Manugistics.After earning a master's in information systems and software engineering from George Mason University, he joined HP Labs in Bangalore as an R&D project/program manager on HP OpenView and became involved in early Agile/Scrum adoption and scaling. He later launched a boutique consulting firm and co-founded BookMyTrainings.com (a training marketplace), grew it with angel funding, and expanded into payment collection and L&D program management before COVID led to winding it down. He then spent about seven years as an Agile coach and recently published a startup-focused book, "What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Up," covering founder blind spots, idea alignment, co-founder choices, and emotional resilience.00:00 Welcome and Setup00:30 Early Career at HCL01:53 Textile Systems Tech Stack02:28 US Onsite Perot Systems03:41 Supply Chain at Manugistics05:20 Return to India and Masters06:13 HP Labs and Agile Shift08:10 Entrepreneurship Leap08:57 Building BookMyTrainings10:23 Payments and Revenue Model11:52 SAFe Training and Coaching13:43 COVID Impact and Book Writing16:22 Learning New Domains Fast19:03 Dual Hat PM and Scrum22:48 Two Sided Marketplace Insights25:03 Training Pain Points26:05 Building Trust Platform26:53 Win Win Marketplace29:26 AI In Learning Paths32:06 Agile Culture Vs Delivery34:49 Writing Startup Book40:08 Career Tips In AI Era44:47 Co Founder Dilemma47:24 Staying Grounded49:56 Closing ThoughtsL. A. Balamurugan, or Bala, began his career as a computer science engineer, studying in India and later completing his Master's in the USA. After sixteen years building software products and leading teams, he moved into entrepreneurship, founding multiple ventures including BookMyTrainings, a well known training marketplace in India. Following the pandemic and the closure of the startup, Bala now works as a Delivery Coach helping software teams deliver better products faster. His entrepreneurial journey inspired his book, What I Wish I Knew Before I Started: A Founder's Guide to Understanding One's Blind Spots and Equipping Before Venturing.Bala's Linkedin profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/labmuruganLink to his book: https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0GFNP7NTG

La compañía del Teatro Luis del Olmo ha optado este miércoles por versionar un artículo publicado en La Nueva España en el que Yago González cuenta una pequeña y entrañable historia relacionada con el legandario desembarco.

How can your culture become a competitive advantage?Why is engagement not just an HR metric, but a driver of business performance?My guest on this episode is Bala Sathyanarayanan, EVP and CHRO, Greif Inc. During our conversation Bala and I discuss the following: Why culture is the operating system that determines whether strategy succeeds or fails.Why engagement is not just an HR metric, but a leading indicator of customer and business performance.How organizations that focus on systems outperform those that focus only on outcomes.Why HR's credibility depends on its ability to create measurable business value.Why great organizations are never “great,” they are always chasing it.Connecting with Bala: Connect with Bala on LinkedInEpisode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leadersHR Leader's Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.Succession Planning Playbook: In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.

El director Carlos Iglesias explica en 'La Ventana' cómo esta película iguala la memoria de vencedores y vencidos de la Guerra Civil.

El caso de Wendy Duffy reabre el debate de la eutanasia en Reino Unido. "La bala", una película de Carlos Iglesias sobre los muertos de la División Azul. Exhuman los restos de los represaliados en las fosas de Orduña. Nazareth Castellanos explica cómo las relaciones tóxicas nos envejecen y afectan nuestra salud. Unos científicos japoneses han descubierto los restos de unos pulpos gigantes.

World of Coffee 2026 was quite literally everything—a three-day bacchanal of coffee culture, coffee business, and coffee innovation, in the sunny center of San Diego. The vibes? Immaculate. The coffee? Delicious. Our team covered the event from top to bottom all weekend long, from curated guides to immersive live social media coverage. But now it's our chance to look back, reflect on the show, and share some of our favorite moments. Sprudge Media Network's coverage of the 2026 World of Coffee is presented by La Marzocco, Dona, Hollander Chocolate and Califia Farms.  This year's recap coverage is happening on the Coffee Sprudgecast, a curated podcast experienced hosted by Sprudge co-founders Jordan Michelman and Zachary Carlsen. This week's episode is a smorgasbord of highlights from across the days of WOC, featuring in no particular order such incredible moments as... Outrageous parties hosted by Califia, La Marzocco, Cafe Imports and more The triumphant victory of Taiwan's mononymous coffee champion, Bala, your *new* 2026 World Latte Art Champion! An incredible on-the-floor interview with team at Acaia, whose new Horizon post-extraction pressure modulation device was our favorite debut from the show. Special thanks to Natalie Tieu. A visit to the deeply memorable FRINJ coffee farm right there on the show floor. Utterly delicious sips and delights from Blueprint Coffee, Pacific Barista Series x Kafiex, Huckleberry Roasters x La Marzocco, Hollander Chocolate x Lamplighter Coffee, Regalia Coffee Roasters, PERC Coffee and more. All this and much more from WOC, and we're just getting started. We'll have more coverage from the showfloor in the coming days right here on Sprudge, and in upcoming episodes of the Sprudgecast. For now, listen to this episode, brew up something delicious, and let's dive in. This episode of the Coffee Sprudgecast is sponsored by Baratza, Dripos, DONA, noissue, Ceado, Pacific Barista Series, and La Marzocco.

NOT ALL BONES CONSIDERED NOT BIOGRAPHICAL BYTES FROM BALA I did not have time to complete the Biographical Bytes from Bala podcast about Billionaire's Row. I will release the segment on Ralph & Suzanne Roberts in a day or two. This is what I have been working on. The first draft of an "Ultimate Baseball Tour" I am giving 6 times during MLB All-Star Week. Then I had to spruce up a talk for Fort Mifflin that I had not given in a couple of years.  Much of my time has gone into preparing Laurel Hill's first columbarium tour. I've selected nearly 40 people for inclusion and have only started to scratch the surface. Come out and join me Sunday, April 19, at 1pm. We gather at the funeral home and walk up the steps for what will be a primarily indoor tour of 20th and 21st century Laurel Hill occupants. 

NOT ALL BONES CONSIDERED NOT BIOGRAPHICAL BYTES FROM BALA I did not have time to complete the Biographical Bytes from Bala podcast about Billionaire's Row. I will release the segment on Ralph & Suzanne Roberts in a day or two. This is what I have been working on. The first draft of an "Ultimate Baseball Tour" I am giving 6 times during MLB All-Star Week. Then I had to spruce up a talk for Fort Mifflin that I had not given in a couple of years.  Much of my time has gone into preparing Laurel Hill's first columbarium tour. I've selected nearly 40 people for inclusion and have only started to scratch the surface. Come out and join me Sunday, April 19, at 1pm. We gather at the funeral home and walk up the steps for what will be a primarily indoor tour of 20th and 21st century Laurel Hill occupants. 

Send us Fan MailDescription: An immersive reading of Sommelier by by Suraj Bala with reflection on reflection, death, resurrection, candles and em dashes. Work:Poem: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaoncology/article-abstract/2839156Bala S. Sommelier. JAMA Oncol. 2025;11(11):1399. doi:10.1001/jamaoncol.2025.2896References: Meditation for the Primary and Secondary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease. Rees K, Takeda A, Court R, et al. The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2024;2:CD013358. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD013358.pub2.Meditation Programs for Psychological Stress and Well-Being: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Goyal M, Singh S, Sibinga EM, et al. JAMA Internal Medicine. 2014;174(3):357-68. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2013.13018.Inner Engineering Practices and Advanced 4-Day Isha Yoga Retreat Are Associated With Cannabimimetic Effects With Increased Endocannabinoids and Short-Term and Sustained Improvement in Mental Health: A Prospective Observational Study of Meditators. Sadhasivam S, Alankar S, Maturi R, et al. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine : eCAM. 2020;2020:8438272. doi:10.1155/2020/8438272.Systematic Review for the Medical Applications of Meditation in Randomized Controlled Trials. Kim DY, Hong SH, Jang SH, et al. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2022;19(3):1244. doi:10.3390/ijerph19031244.

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Reflection followed by Guided Meditation

In Part 2 of Seven Deadly Sinners, we follow Aravindan Balakrishnan, once known to his followers as “Comrade Bala,” as decades of control finally begin to unravel.After years of secrecy inside a South London commune, the walls begin to close in. Survivors step forward, authorities take notice, and the carefully constructed mythology— complete with fear tactics like “Jackie”— starts to crumble under scrutiny. What was once dismissed as radical politics is exposed for what it truly was: sustained psychological abuse, coercion, and modern-day slavery.This episode traces the investigation, the bravery of those who escaped, and the courtroom reckoning that followed. As the truth comes to light, we examine how the authorities built their case—and how a man who claimed absolute power was ultimately stripped of it.From arrest to conviction, Part 2 reveals the long-overdue collapse of a decades-long nightmare—and the fight for justice that brought it to an end.

Raghu Bala is the CEO and Founder of Synergetics AI, a firm helping enterprises design and deploy agentic AI systems to drive growth, operational efficiency, and lasting competitive advantage. A serial entrepreneur with four startup exits, he has led Synergetics AI in developing cutting-edge solutions in autonomous and agentic AI, collaborating with organizations like MIT and HPE. Raghu previously held senior roles at Yahoo, InfoSpace, and PwC and holds degrees from The Wharton School and Stanford University. In this episode… Imagine a world where your digital twin shops for you, makes payments, and even negotiates on your behalf. Could AI agents transform both businesses and daily life by bringing seamless automation, security, and personalization? How are innovators building the infrastructure for this future? Raghu Bala, a seasoned entrepreneur and AI innovator, explains that agentic AI is redefining how enterprises and consumers interact with technology. He highlights that AI agents — autonomous digital entities — can automate workflows, manage transactions, and act independently across complex systems. With tools like LangTrain, AgentFlow, and AgentVM, these agents enable secure, efficient operations while paving the way for the agent economy. Raghu explains practical applications, from digital twins automating e-commerce purchases to AI supporting real-time addiction counseling in healthcare, illustrating how these systems can streamline tasks and unlock new opportunities. In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, host Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Raghu Bala, CEO and Founder of Synergetics AI, to discuss building the agent economy, the evolution of autonomous AI, and the integration of digital twins in business. They explore secure AI workflows, real-world applications across industries, and the future of agent-driven commerce. Raghu also shares his favorite productivity tools and insights on aligning technology with company culture.

In this disturbing episode of Seven Deadly Sinners, we unravel the psychological grip behind the Lambeth Slavery Case and the cult built by Aravindan Balakrishnan, known to his followers as "Comrade Bala"Operating from a Maoist commune in Lambeth, England - Balakrishnan fashioned himself as a revolutionary visionary. But behind the rhetoric of class struggle and liberation lay decades of coercion, isolation, and absolute control over vulnerable women who believed he held the key to their survival.At the center of his manipulation was a bizarre invention he called “Jackie” — a supposed high-tech monitoring system he claimed could track thoughts, movements, and even disloyalty. In reality, Jackie wasn't a machine at all, but a psychological weapon. By convincing his followers that he possessed near-omnipotent surveillance powers, Balakrishnan reinforced paranoia, obedience, and fear, turning imagination into shackles.How does a man weaponize belief itself? How can captivity last nearly 30 years in plain sight? This episode explores the dangerous alchemy of ideology, narcissism, and manufactured omniscience — and how one man's delusion became a prison without bars.