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This episode of On The Bench discusses FSU's spring practice starting and potential practice availability. It also discusses reopening the recruiting window and the need to quickly assemble the QB board. We also discuss Banana Ball coming to town and FSU baseball's recent play. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week the huns have some stun reccoes for you: a pod called The Walkers (the Real Salt Path) and an audiobook called My Husband's Wife. Hannah is thirsting for a wine and Big S is on the magnesium. We get into slicked back buns, hidden salamis and BANANAS. This episode will boggle the brain, huns. Story One Hannah kicks us off with an atmospheric tale about Sally and Norris who go on a snowy wildlife holiday... does this sound familiar? Story Two Big Suze tells an extremely creepy story called "I Live Here Too" by stun James Rupapara. Story Three Hannah gets into a story about PHONE pics, this gave us chills. Creep of the Week (COWCOWCOWCOW!) is from Katie! "Marjorie... is that you?" a TERRIFYING tale about being a hospital porter. We end with 'Red Door Yellow Door' and Hannah is attempting to get into a trance. ENJOY HUNS WE LOVE YA xoxoxo JOIN OUR PATREON! EXTRA bonus episodes AND a monthly ghost hunt for just £4.50!  Or £6 for AD-FREE EPS and weekly AGONY HUNS! We'll solve your problems huns!  Sign up here: www.patreon.com/GhostHuns MERCH IS HERE: www.ghosthuns.com HALLOWEEN 2026 TIX HERE: https://podlifeevents.com/event-details/ghost-huns---live-from-cheerful-earful-11-oct-2026-tickets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when AI agents can delete your inbox… reboot your servers… or escalate to nuclear war in a simulation?We've officially crossed into a new phase of AI and it's not theoretical anymore. Agents are operating independently for longer periods, integrating into enterprise tech stacks, replacing knowledge work, and triggering very real economic and geopolitical consequences.If you're a business leader, this is no longer “interesting tech news.”It's strategy. Risk. Talent. Capital allocation. And survival.In this episode, we break down the explosive acceleration of AI agents — from Claude's new remote control and scheduled workflows to research showing escalating autonomous behavior — and what it means for your organization, workforce, and competitive edge.The bottom line?Productivity is skyrocketing. So is systemic risk. Leaders who experiment now will lead. Leaders who hesitate may not get the chance.In this session, you'll discover:Anthropic's new Claude Cowork plugin marketplace and deep tech stack integrationsReal-world productivity gains (90% code migration reduction, 95% documentation savings)Why “professional-grade AGI” may arrive within 12–18 monthsThe rise of the “builder” era — and what happens to software engineersNew red-team research exposing severe security failures in autonomous agentsThe shocking case of an AI agent deleting an entire email system to complete a taskAI nuclear escalation simulations and their implications for military AI deploymentThe Pentagon vs. Anthropic standoff over AI use in surveillance and weaponsAbout Leveraging AI The Ultimate AI Course for Business People: https://multiplai.ai/ai-course/ YouTube Full Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@Multiplai_AI/ Connect with Isar Meitis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isarmeitis/ Join our Live Sessions, AI Hangouts and newsletter: https://services.multiplai.ai/events If you've enjoyed or benefited from some of the insights of this episode, leave us a five-star review on your favorite podcast platform, and let us know what you learned, found helpful, or liked most about this show!

Stop paying for AI! In this video, I show you how to use Nano Banana Pro for free using Flow on Google Labs. As a former senior web developer, I'm breaking down my high-efficiency workflow using Merch Dominator to find winners and Nano Banana Pro to create professional-grade print on demand graphics for zero cost.

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Nano Banana 2 is Google's best image model yet and it just dropped. It's cheaper, it's smarter, and it removed an Adidas logo from a banana in a tracksuit on the first try. But we have notes. The Door Brothers and Logan Paul made a 15-minute AI movie with Seedance 2.0 that looks like a direct-to-video action film…KIND OF. Meanwhile Seedance 2.0 is now live in CapCut, Anthropic is in a standoff with the Secretary of War over a $200M defense contract, and a sketchy music site called Sonato is generating perfect James Brown and Nirvana tracks from text prompts.  Using that, Kevin vibe coded a custom AI Spotify mash-up that looks like an iPod. During the show. While apologizing. Plus we built a whole new AI For Humans website from scratch with Claude Code, the stock market crashed because of an AI memo, and Deep Seek V4 might drop any minute now. Totally normal week. KEVIN OWES US ALL AN APOLOGY AND HE KNOWS IT. #ai #ainews #openai Come to our Discord: https://discord.gg/muD2TYgC8f Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AIForHumansShow AI For Humans Newsletter: https://aiforhumans.beehiiv.com/ Follow us for more on X @AIForHumansShow Join our TikTok @aiforhumansshow To book us for speaking, please visit our website: https://www.aiforhumans.show/   // Show Links // Nano Banana 2 Launch https://x.com/GoogleDeepMind/status/2027051577899380991?s=20 https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/ai/nano-banana-2/ Nano Banana 2 Window App:  https://x.com/sundarpichai/status/2027057726170509724?s=20 Complex Imagery:  https://x.com/emollick/status/2027051701258109306?s=20 Precise Editing of Adidas Tracksuit:  https://gemini.google.com/share/4d9ab1243d40 Failed at my Periodic Table test: https: //x.com/gavinpurcell/status/2027058092824027238?s=20 Dor Brothers / Logan Paul 15 Minute Movie https://x.com/thedorbrothers/status/2026733954942775433?s=20 Creator of Entourage Responds LOL https://x.com/mrdougellin/status/2026801159282057666?s=20 Seedance 2.0 Updates Now In CapCut? https://x.com/charliebcurran/status/2026713011805946301?s=20 Lil' Hot Dog Video I Made In CapCut https://x.com/gavinpurcell/status/2026751216139542733?s=20 Weights Leaked? Likely Fake https://x.com/taker_of_whizz/status/2026749425851253095?s=20 Tom Cruise/Brad Pitt Creator Second Video:  https://x.com/RuairiRobinson/status/2026164263547793787?s=20 My Chicken Run 90 Min Example:  https://x.com/gavinpurcell/status/2025260426519609557?s=20 Energym by AI Candy https://www.aicandy.be/giorgio-1 Citrini Piece Tanks Stock Market (Claude Code) https://www.citriniresearch.com/p/2028gic https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/25/business/citrini-ai-stock-market.html?unlocked_article_code=1.PFA.WBh9.KPcM171X5cU2&smid=url-share Anthropic Use Growing Much Faster Than OpenAI or Gemini https://x.com/deedydas/status/2027057965862432843?s=20 New Claude Co-Work Plugins For Many Disciplines https://x.com/claudeai/status/2026305186671608315?s=20 Remote Control For Claude Code / Cowork https://x.com/noahzweben/status/2026371260805271615?s=20 Scheduled Tasks in Cowork https://x.com/claudeai/status/2026720870631354429?s=20 Fighting Vs The Pentagon Re AI Safety In War*** https://www.axios.com/2026/02/24/anthropic-pentagon-claude-hegseth-dario Theo Replicates & OpenSources Frame IO https://x.com/theo/status/2026794317197849001?s=20 Sonauto: AI Music With WAY Too Many Actual Voices https://sonauto.a Theoretically Media on Sonauto:  https://youtu.be/fK886jyF9Hw?si=DMbV4vikeD6y_jeP DeepSeek v4 Trained on Blackwell Chips https://x.com/niubi/status/2026111153617727843?s=20 New AI For Humans Website! https://www.aiforhumans.show/  

Join us on the STILL RELEVANT tour: https://simulationtheory.ai/16c0d1db-a8d0-4ac9-bae3-d25074589a80Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.aiTDIA Discord: https://discord.gg/gTW4RkAJvnHorse Egg Lifecycle Infographic: https://staging.simtheory.ai/share/file/UZ2KJU----So Chris, this week... we're diving into Google's new Nano Banana 2 image model - 50% cheaper and supposedly faster (when the servers aren't melting). We put it through its paces with annotation-based editing, slide generation, and yes, the return of the legendary horse egg experiment.Plus: Google quietly kills Gemini-3 after just a few months (good riddance?), we discuss why the model was "dead on arrival" for agentic workflows, and break down the real story behind those massive AI layoff announcements from Block and WiseTech. Spoiler: it's probably not actually about AI.We also get into the current state of the model wars (Opus 4.6 vs Codex 5.3), why smaller models like GLM-5 might be the future for enterprise agentic tasks, and Chris's wife teaching Claude to literally speak to her using Mac's text-to-speech. The models are getting creative.---0:00 - Intro0:36 - Nano Banana 2: Price, Speed & First Impressions3:19 - The Compositing Problem & Last Mile Design5:41 - Annotation-Based Editing (This Changes Everything)9:52 - Slide Editing & Real-World Use Cases12:34 - The Horse Egg Experiment Returns14:30 - Image Degradation & Cost Breakdown17:47 - Text-to-Image Leaderboard Discussion20:01 - Why Nano Banana Dominates for Work22:07 - Codex 5.3 vs Opus 4.622:54 - Google Kills Gemini-3 (What Went Wrong?)26:48 - Google's Agentic Problem30:08 - The Model Loyalty Cycle34:22 - Why Opus 4.6 is Still the Best37:05 - Cost Optimization & Smart Model Routing43:30 - When Models Get Stuck on the Wrong Path45:36 - Nicole's AI Learns to Talk Back46:54 - Can Anyone Build Software Now?52:26 - Anthropic's Legal/Finance Plugins & Market Panic57:08 - Block Lays Off 4,000: AI or Excuse?1:00:05 - The AI Job Apocalypse Isn't RealThanks for listening like and sub xoxo

It's Pokémon's 30th Birthday. We celebrate with a Banana Anaconda

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A staple episode here at the 40.  If you know you know.  If you don't then you're about to find out.   NOTE: the outtakes contain a lengthy discussion on Bananas.

America is THE hockey country of the world, end of story. The men and women take home gold in Italy, as the Winter Olympics come to an end. Up next for USA? The World Baseball Classic. Up next for us? Virginia Basketball. The ACC tourney is around the corner, and then suddenly it's March Madness. Bananas! Is Miami (OH) a round of 32 contender? Are GM's cooked now that AI drafts teams for them?? Can LeBron and Luka remain friends??? And would keep a stuffed animal for getting second place???? Download and subscribe, rate and review. Tune in Fridays at 2 PM Mountain Time, only on 89.1 KHOL

Stop paying for AI! In this video, I show you how to use Nano Banana Pro for free using Flow on Google Labs. As a former senior web developer, I'm breaking down my high-efficiency workflow using Merch Dominator to find winners and Nano Banana Pro to create professional-grade print on demand graphics for zero cost.

Подвёл итоги недели в подкасте Telegram-канала ForGeeks. Рассказываю про новые Galaxy S26, Nano Banana 2, зачем Apple красный iPhone и как пытаются возродить Project Ara. Слушайте новый выпуск, читайте и подписывайтесь на ForGeeks в Telegram.

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Margarine money grab, Crowdsourced landlords, Liquidity at the laundromat, Banana bills, Kosovo crackdowns, Expensive password recovery, Algorithmic landlord, Cash comparisons. Jennifer, Angie, Way, and Bradley discuss a variety of curated links from the archives. Please consider supporting this ad-free content on Patreon.

In this episode, we break down Google's launch of Nano Banana 2 and what's new in this latest AI release. We also talk about Logan Kilpatrick's involvement and what this means for Google's broader AI strategy moving forward.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e3ToIz66xFYGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiConor's AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/coursesConor's AI Newsletter: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/Jaeden's AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What's with you? This week, Tyler and Johnny are covering the murder of Cassidy Rainwater. Plus: checking in on the Bananas in Pyjamas, Tyler talks about the state of Scream, and a programmer who accidentally got access to a few thousand unsecured robot vacuums. Join the Secret Society That Doesn't Suck for exclusive weekly mini episodes, livestreams, and a whole lot more! patreon.com/thatsspooky Check out our new and improved apparel store with tons of new designs! thatsspooky.com/store Check out our website for show notes, photos, and more at thatsspooky.com Follow us on Instagram for photos from today's episode and all the memes @thatsspookypod We're on Twitter! Follow us at @thatsspookypod Don't forget to send your spooky stories to thatsspookypod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In today’s Phone Tap, we call a woman who has previously complained about her smoothie place not properly honoring her loyalty card and while we may not have the satisfaction she’s looking for, we do have an all new flavor of smoothie she needs to try!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan, Michelle and David start the hour wondering how soon Aaron Rodgers will make a decision on his future and if he should consider another team besides the Steelers. Jesse Cole joins the show to gives us an update on the 2026 Banana Ball tour, plus Vegas East dominates Who Said It. UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day: Big time Jonathan Kuminga update! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s Phone Tap, we call a woman who has previously complained about her smoothie place not properly honoring her loyalty card and while we may not have the satisfaction she’s looking for, we do have an all new flavor of smoothie she needs to try!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan, Michelle and David start the hour wondering how soon Aaron Rodgers will make a decision on his future and if he should consider another team besides the Steelers. Jesse Cole joins the show to gives us an update on the 2026 Banana Ball tour, plus Vegas East dominates Who Said It. UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day: Big time Jonathan Kuminga update! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Michelle and David start the hour wondering how soon Aaron Rodgers will make a decision on his future and if he should consider another team besides the Steelers. Jesse Cole joins the show to gives us an update on the 2026 Banana Ball tour, plus Vegas East dominates Who Said It. UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day: Big time Jonathan Kuminga update! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life.Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABEDon't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed to become optimally profitable.Click here to schedule a free demo: https://info.shop-ware.com/profitabilityTransform your shop's marketing with the best in the automotive industry, Shop Marketing Pros!Get a free audit of your shop's current marketing by clicking here: https://geni.us/ShopMarketingProsShop owners, are you ready to simplify your business operations? Meet 360 Payments, your one-stop solution for effortless payment processing.Imagine this—no more juggling receipts, staplers, or endless paperwork. With 360 Payments, you get everything integrated into a single, sleek digital platform.Simplify payments. Streamline operations. Check out 360payments.com today!In this episode, Lucas and David are joined by Mike Allen to preview the Vision KC conference and share industry stories. Mike recounts his challenges recording at the Elite Ignite conference and the ongoing technical mishaps that come with capturing live content. The hosts dive into shop pricing strategies, including how costs like diagnostics and amenities are often rolled into the final bill for customers. Plus, David gives a local's guide to the best food options in Kansas City, breaking down must-try barbecue, tacos, and team-dinner spots as Vision attendees prepare for their trip.00:00 "Improper Merging Rant"06:29 "Chicago Shop Success Story"08:20 "Advisor's Hilarious Customer Story"10:38 David's Intense Pre-Workout Effects16:26 "Misheard Conversation in Restroom"17:24 "Facebook: Scroll and Toilet Talk"22:43 Kansas City Dining Overview23:29 Alternative Dining Options Near Vision28:33 Restaurant Struggles Amid Tight Margins32:49 Rare 9+ Pizza Reviews38:10 Jack Stack Barbecue Recommendation40:46 "Bananas and Rice Identity"46:18 "Manscaping Mishap and Spider Trap"54:24 TPMS Law and Repair Ban56:57 "See You at Vision"

The Savannah Bananas are making moves, and Indiana suffers a terrible loss.

In today’s Phone Tap, we call a woman who has previously complained about her smoothie place not properly honoring her loyalty card and while we may not have the satisfaction she’s looking for, we do have an all new flavor of smoothie she needs to try!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-10:28) Why isn't the podcast up yet? Sewage in the Yankees' locker room. LIfe gets ya sometimes. You just gotta play through. ESPN's breaking down WWE while we talk sewage.(10:36-21:57) Boots Randolph and the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD(22:07-35:54) Non-stop Bootsy. With no MLB, ESPN will fill Sunday night programming with women's sports. ESPN will also air 25 Savannah Banana games. Stilts have a 24 hour shelf life. I'm a husband, brother. Tim's feet pics. Doug would take a topless celebrity at-bat for the Bananas.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send a textSteven Pope demonstrates exactly how to make a youtube thumbnail using Gemini Pro, starting with generating AI instructions. This youtube thumbnail tutorial covers using ai tools to create effective youtube video thumbnails. Learn how to leverage gemini 3 pro for your channel's success and improve your ai for youtube strategy.If thumbnails are holding views back, get direct feedback on what to fix before another video underperforms: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#YouTubeThumbnails #YouTubeTips #ContentCreators #YouTubeGrowth #aiforcreators --------------------------------------------------------------------------Want free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Amazon Proft Margin Defense 2026: https://hubs.ly/Q042trRH0Amazon PPC Guide 2026 is here!: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXAmazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q040Jg0M0Amazon Crisis Kit: https://bit.ly/4maWHn0TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Why AI thumbnails save weekend time00:45 – Setting instructions before image generation01:35 – Fixing wrong image size issues02:20 – Why AI fails without clear rules03:05 – Testing prompts until images work03:50 – What makes a thumbnail usable04:30 – Using Gemini Pro Banana settings05:10 – Fixing image size and file limits06:00 – When AI thumbnails are good enough________________________________Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast:My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show

Join Steve Cofield and Willie Ramirez live from the Findlay Toyota Studios at Lotus! Jesse Merrick joins us for the second hour! Will the WNBA and WNBAPA agree on a new CBA before the season opening deadline expires? Listen Now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to your favorite comedy podcast where we tackle the big questions in life — like whether walnuts have any business inside banana bread (they do not), and whether you're legally required to tell your spouse you once hooked up with the kid you used to nanny.It's National Banana Bread Day, which somehow spirals into a full-blown nut war in the studio. Moon says no walnuts. Scott says walnuts are “fancy.” Riz says surprise walnuts are a betrayal on par with emotional infidelity. And honestly? That feels like foreshadowing.We also get into International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day (big for the canine demographic), Play Tennis Day, Curling Is Cool Day, and whether the show is about to start an Olympic-level rivalry with The Courtney Show. Yes, there's real talk about ice time, leagues, and the possibility of Rizz and the gang humiliating themselves in front of professional curlers. STL, prepare yourselves.Then it's time for Sexy Time Fun Facts, and things get uncomfortably hilarious. A former nanny reconnects with the now-grown kid she used to watch… and one “it would be hilarious if we kissed” later, she's got a secret wedding invite and a moral dilemma. Do you tell your husband? Is omission a lie? And is “it was supposed to be funny” the worst pickup line of all time? This comedy podcast dives deep into relationship chaos, awkward wedding tension, and why sometimes it's better to not know things.But wait — there's more emotional damage.Another listener writes in about her husband cheating, confessing, and then immediately trying to fast-forward past accountability like it's a bad Netflix episode. The crew breaks down manipulation red flags, relationship reality checks, and why you don't get to cheat AND control the healing timeline. If you've ever needed pop culture commentary mixed with sarcastic humor and a dash of therapy energy, welcome home.We also spiral into hobby ultimatums — golf vs. marriage, band practice vs. quality time, deer hunting vs. basic communication — and whether smoking is a dealbreaker or just a slow-motion argument. It's daily humor, entertainment gossip-adjacent relationship drama, and classic Rizzuto Show chaos all wrapped into one perfectly toasted slice of comedy podcast goodness.Basically, if you came for banana bread and stayed for existential relationship debates… you're in the right place.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Go to www.LearningLeader.com The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader My Guest: Jesse Cole is the owner of the Savannah Bananas. He went $1.8 million in debt, slept on an air mattress, and built a business that is now valued at over a billion dollars. I spent half a day with Jesse in Savannah watching practice, and Jesse gave me a personal tour of their entire operation. It was incredible. Notes: Fans First - The sign is on every locker. And leading out to the field, "Tonight is someone's first time seeing our show." Obsessed/Focused - Banana Ball/Serving people is his life. We didn't talk about hobbies, TV shows, or anything other than what they're doing now and in the future. He's obsessed with what he does and super focused. Transparent - Jesse just released their full P&L as a private company: revenue, expenses, player salaries, everything. Most businesses guard this religiously. He's completely transparent. I asked why, and he said, "Fans first. They deserve to know everything." Reps - We went to the field to watch practice. It looked just like a game. Players were dancing all the time. And every single rep they practiced as a trick play (behind the back, through the legs, etc.). They never play normal baseball. You wonder how they are so good on gameday at doing a backflip while catching a fly ball. Because they practice it thousands of times without fans so that when they're there, they put on a great show. Hiring – "Love your people more than you love your customer." 12,000 people on the waitlist to work for the Bananas. When you hire, have them do a "fans first" essay. Then they write a future essay.  Always Be Caring, Different, Enthusiastic, Fun, Growing, & Hungry Fans First: The Counter-Intuitive Decision - Jesse sacrificed $6 million in ticket revenue after a system messed things up for fans.  Merch – 787,000 fans purchased merchandise in 2025, totaling 1.96 million total items. That means the average person is purchasing ~2.5 items at checkout, with 80% of total sales taking place in person. 621,000 at live shows versus 166,000 online. It's a $50m business! TV: The Distribution Strategy - Giving Away Value - Jesse insisted on free YouTube streaming even when ESPN wanted exclusivity. Jesse is building a zero-profit secondary ticket market. He's literally giving away things other sports properties would monetize. So, even with all of the team's games still airing for free on YouTube, the Bananas averaged 500,000 viewers on ESPN, The CW, and Roku. The team's most-watched broadcast was a July 4th game at Fenway Park, which averaged 837,000 viewers on ESPN, making it the holiday weekend's most-watched primetime sports broadcast. TV networks want exclusivity, but you demand that the games still be broadcast for free on YouTube (in addition to whatever channel they are on) Social Media - The Bananas added 12.7 million new social media followers in 2025 alone. That pushes their total social media following across all channels north of 35 million... Roughly 2x more followers than MLB's most popular team, the Yankees, at 18 million. You have to believe something before you achieve something. Six years ago, Jesse said, "We're gonna sell out Fenway Park," and his team looked at him like he was crazy (they were a college summer baseball team, not even doing tours yet). You have to get through the messy to get to the great. Their first world tour was brutal: the sound was terrible, the show wasn't great, the game finished in the seventh inning because they didn't have a rule to make it go nine innings. See what's best for the guest, not what's best for the business. Walt Disney was the first to go into full-length animation, color, sound, and with Disneyland, he focused on one entrance to control the experience, custom rides, and invested in a castle and landscaping, which made no money. Go where others won't go. Sam Walton went to small towns, and no one paid attention to him for the first five to ten years. It's somebody's first time every night. Fans wait three years on a waitlist to come to a game, so Jesse doesn't care if you're having a bad day. That's their first time. Control the entire experience. Walt learned he couldn't control the experience when people watched his movies at a theater (it could be dirty, and people might not be nice), so he built Disneyland. Who do we work for? Fans. Jesse opened the books completely (numbers, player salary, merch sales, everything) because they have a responsibility and accountability to their fans. We have to feel our mistakes. When they sent a wrong email to 44,000 fans instead of 4,000, it cost them $6 million to take care of those fans with tickets (more than the company brought in their first five years). We need to have bigger failures. If we're not trying things big enough, we won't have bigger failures and mistakes that cost us a lot more in the future. Turn mistakes into moments. After the $6 million email mistake, Jesse set up a Zoom call with all 44,000 people, had everyone turn their cameras on, and apologized while looking at every single person. Build something you wish existed for yourself. Jesse played baseball until he couldn't anymore. He put so much pressure on himself that it wasn't fun anymore, and he was told he wasn't good enough. Design every second of the first-day experience. When players showed up, they went to a parking lot with a DJ at 8:30 AM. Three buses arrived with balloons, hundreds of people lined the streets cheering, Man-nanas served munchkins on silver platters, a custom hype video played, the host introduced from the roof, and fireworks went off. Every player has been told they're not good enough. All Bananas players have been drafted or been top college players, and at some point, they've all been rejected, cut, told to hang it up. Obsession is awesome. If you can find something you're obsessed with, so few people in the world get to have that. Watch the best of the best obsess over details. Derek Hough (one of the greatest dancers) wasn't just focusing on the dance; he was producing while dancing, telling the camera crew exactly where to come, when to hit him, and where he would wink. No one goes home excited about normal. No one says, "That restaurant was really normal, the waiter served it the same way, the food was pretty normal, the parking lot was normal." Whatever's normal, do the exact opposite. Normal gets normal results. There's a lot of normal in the world, but not a lot of extraordinary. Put yourself in the customer's shoes and eliminate friction. Where's the game tonight? On Amazon, Peacock, CBS, NBC? Jesse threw away millions to keep all games free on YouTube because that's a friction point. Your fans will reward you. The Bananas sold over 1.9 million merch items last year because they built something people are proud of and want to wear. If people don't want to wear your merch, you haven't made them feel something yet. One fan gets a new Bananas tattoo every year (he's got six logos on his leg now). Invest everything in the experience, spend zero on traditional marketing. Make the experience so good that fans will share with everyone that this is something they haven't experienced before. Social media growth came from trying and stumbling into learning. In 2016, an intern said he could create videos; they did a lip sync to "Can't Stop the Feeling" by Justin Timberlake. It wasn't even well-produced, but they tried. Give energy back because of how good it feels. A woman came up to Jesse on a cruise and said she was there because he gave her a hug at a Sacramento game the day after her sister died. She came on the cruise to give him a hug back. Do what gives you energy. Jesse's entire day is filled with things that give him energy: being with people, rehearsing shows, banana ball youth meetings, broadcast team, and talented writers. Have people who love to execute. You do what gives you energy and have them execute at a high level. Be very involved at the beginning (get the idea and vision right) and at the end (make adjustments).

Episode Title: Susan Rice, DHS Shocks & The Banana Republic Reality Runtime: ~40 minutes Tone: Urgent, politically charged, investigative

This one is for all of us perfectionists and overachievers (myself included!)

The latest episode of Starfleet Academy is yet another disaster Chris Gore and Alan Ng are joined by The Angry Badger, Verbal Riot, Nerd Cookies, Derek Anderson and Steph from My Nerdy Home. Hilarity ensues! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What do lasagna, punch, and your midnight cookie cravings have in common? More than you'd ever guess. Today, I'm serving up something totally different—a mashup episode that takes us from the surprising origins of the words on your dinner plate to the hidden spots where travelers find real food magic, and finally, into the deep conversation we don't have enough about: what's really driving your cravings. I sat down with Mark Morton, author of Cupboard Love, who dropped some serious mind-benders—like the fact that lasagna is related to the word for bedpan (I'm still processing that one) and that companion actually means someone you break bread with. Then Kenny Dunn, founder of Eating Europe, joined me to talk about why the best meals aren't the Instagram-famous spots, but the tiny places where locals line up for just one thing. And in my solo segments, I get real about protein confusion, the truth about farm-raised versus wild-caught, and the emotional roots of the cravings that have us standing in front of the pantry at midnight.  If you've ever wondered where food words come from, how to eat like a traveler instead of a tourist, or why you're reaching for the cookie jar when what you really need is something deeper—this episode is for you. Let's get curious together.   0:00 – Intro: Why This Mashup Episode Is Different 2:14 – Interview with Mark Morton: The Surprising Origin of Lasagna 3:49 – Why Pantry Has Nothing to Do With What You Store 4:13 – The Beautiful Meaning of "Companion" 5:28 – Shakespeare Never Ate a Banana 6:35 – How Language Borrows From Invaders and Settlers 8:16 – The Punjabi Origin of Punch 9:58 – Interview with Kenny Dunn: Finding the Places Locals Love 10:50 – Why Instagram-Famous Spots Usually Disappoint 12:37 – What European Markets Teach Us About Community 15:04 – Solo Segment: The Truth About Protein Quality 22:14 – Farm-Raised vs. Wild-Caught: Why It Matters 24:27 – What Your Grandparents Knew About Eating Meat 29:10 – How to Calculate Your Protein Needs 31:45 – Solo Segment: Cravings Are Messengers, Not Enemies 35:20 – The Emotional Triggers Behind Late-Night Eating 39:10 – Restrictive Dieting and Disordered Eating 42:15 – Tools to Regain Control: The 90/10 Rule 44:35 – Final Thoughts and Challenge to Stay Curious     MENTIONED RESOURCES   Book: Cupboard Love: A Dictionary of Culinary Curiosities by Mark Morton Company: Eating Europe (culinary tour company) Product: Superfood Sprinkle by Chef Mareya Program: Eat to Thrive program Tool: Meal prep app at mealprepapp.chefmareya.com Website: ChefMareya.com Discount Code: REAL DISH (for Superfood Sprinkle) Book: Eat Like You Give a Fork: The Real Dish on Eating to Thrive by Chef Mareya

Join Banana, Conor and Joe as they discuss what has been hitting the table. Joe is mixing Tinder and board games in an effort to get through his shelf of shame.  Conor is living his best life in Sydney with his brother from another mother and building arrays in Civolution. Banana is more fascinated by Joe's love life than any games, although she's excited about getting another fix of Ark Nova vibes in Sanctuary.  There's lots of gaming goodness here, so join us for the chat!   Sizzling Games: Quacks of Quedlinburg [44.11] Civolution [50.14] Sanctuary [59.55] Question of the Pod Recap [1.10.28] New Question of the Pod: What's a great game to play on a date, and why?     Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483   Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:   Castles in the Air RPG (with internal artwork by Samara Jethra): https://storybrewersroleplaying.com/castles-in-the-air/?v=8bcc25c96aa5 Check out Samara's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samarajethwa/ Check out Samara Jethra and David Walsh at One Thousand Rats: https://www.onethousandrats.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoo7OWTpX0SqmhxX4i-GcCiW9rEd98sTzPx5dACTDkHK6qmPwGmm   Emberleaf: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/426513/emberleaf Curses and Covens: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/370837/curses-and-covens Hot Streak: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/446497/hot-streak Brick Like This: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/439310/brick-like-this Kittin: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/302477/kittin Sea Salt and Paper: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/367220/sea-salt-and-paper Lost Cities: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/50/lost-cities Gaia Project: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/220308/gaia-project Wingspan Americas: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/461932/wingspan-americas-expansion Argent: The Consortium: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/144797/argent-the-consortium Quacks of Quedlinburg: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/244521/quacks Civolution: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/244521/quacks Sanctuary: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/441696/sanctuary   SPONSORS Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.   Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW.  http://www.adventgames.com.au/   More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/   PATREON Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We've got a Patreon! By joining, you'll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025. At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we're passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We're so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, and we ask that you don't contribute if it'll cause financial stress. But if you'd like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page. Thanks a million for being amazing! We're committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community, and you all make it special. See you at the BBQ!! https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ   SOCIALS Support the podcast and join the community! https://linktr.ee/BoardGameBBQ   LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-board-game-bbq-podcast/id1515192971   LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9

Photo by Masahiro Naruse on Unsplash Published 23 February 2026 e544 with Andy, Michael and Michael – Stories and discussion on rumoured AI devices, addictive predictives, listening through bananas (or mud), and what happens when VR platforms die? Plus the usual assortment or other things. This week’s episode kicks off with a check in on which tech giants are working on what devices, now? Apple stepping back from headsets but working on glasses and pendants, and OpenAI making some kind of smart Pod for your dumb Home? Then, there’s discussion of the challenges of privacy when LLMs get access to private email and chats. Oh, and if you’re not sure if your AI is an LLM or a sentience, then Anthropic can’t answer that. We hope you’re listening to the show in perfect digital quality, but we’re also interested to know if you’ve tried piping it to your ears through any kind of fruit – let us know. Meta’s fully backing away from VR for Horizon Worlds, and in case Blizzard ever stops making the client software for World of Warcraft, Michael tried an open source version. Finally, don’t let hackers get hold of your brainwaves! (it could happen) These show notes were lovingly hand crafted by a real human, and not by a bot.  All rights reserved.  That's our story and we're sticking to it. Selected Links AI Apple AI Glasses OpenAI and Jony Ive device Thank god Microsoft is shoving Copilot AI crap into everything. One gets the sense this isn't going to be an isolated occurrence. From Bleeping Computer: "Microsoft says a Microsoft 365 Copilot bug has been causing the AI assistant to summarize confidential emails since late January, bypassing data loss prevention (DLP) policies that organizations rely on to protect sensitive information." https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-says-bug-causes-copilot-to-summarize-confidential-emails/ — BrianKrebs (@briankrebs@infosec.exchange) 2026-02-18T18:24:34.707Z HEADLINE: "Prediction Markets Are Sucking Huge Numbers of Young People Into Gambling" ALT HEADLINE: "All Our Incentives Lead to Bad Outcomes, and Prediction Markets Are Just One Example" https://futurism.com/future-society/prediction-markets-gambling — Mike Elgan (@MikeElgan@mastodon.social) 2026-02-16T17:06:59.555Z Episode 80 on prediction markets Claude isn’t sure what it is I gave Claude access to my pen plotter Audio Audiophiles can’t tell mud from bananas? AR/VR Meta ditching VR for Horizon Worlds Open Source WoW client Makers Reverse engineering a sleep mask Bonus link Trek-o-rama

Celebrate National Banana Bread Day with a trip back to 1956 entertainment, major historical milestones, and a packed birthday list. Today we remember the Battle of the Alamo, the first mass polio vaccinations, and the moment U.S. Marines raised the flag on Mt. Suribachi in WWII.We're also celebrating birthdays for Peter Fonda, Johnny Winter, Patricia Richardson, Howard Jones, Kristin Davis, Steve Holy, Emily Blunt, and Dakota Fanning. Plus, we note the passing of poet John Keats.tro  - God did good - Dianna Corcoran  https://www.diannacorcoran.com/The banana bread song - The Hungry Food BandRock & Roll Waltz - Kay StarrI forgot to remember to forget - Elvis PresleyLords Prayer - Sister Janet MeadBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent  https://www.50cent.com/ Highway 61 - Johnny WinterLife in one day - Howard JonesBrand new girlfriend - Steve HolyExit - 98 Proof - Clay Rigdon   https://www.clayrigdon.com/History & Factoids about today webpagecountryundergroundradio.comcooolmedia.com

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Amber and Sab help out with all sorts of misbehaving and ailing plants.03:16 How to safely manage some roots gone wild on a mango tree.26:43 My peppy tree is a bully that doesn't play nicely with other trees.42:16 Treat your bananas to a delish helping of poo!  Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720.

On this week's show we review the Aqara FP2 Presence Sensor and ask are expensive audio wires bananas? We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news.  News: Netflix is about to stop working on some older smart TVs and consoles Another Cable TV Network Announces It Will Shut Down in April Broadband Usage Jumps by 9.9% in Q4 Peacock Strikes Gold With Outsized Olympics, Super Bowl Audiences Other: Neil Blanchard  "transmission line"Designs Aqara FP2 Presence Sensor Review The Aqara Presence Sensor FP2 (Buy Now $83) is a game-changer for smart home enthusiasts. Its standout feature is the ability to divide a room of 40㎡ or ~430 sq ft into multiple (up to 30) distinct zones using advanced mmWave radar technology. This allows for some really cool home automations like triggering kitchen lights when someone enters the boundary. This effectively allows one sensor to act like up to 30 allowing personalized scenes based on exact positions far beyond what standard motion sensors can do. Features:

Michael Eisner returns to the Disney spotlight in a surprisingly candid, long-form interview that has fans buzzing. Lauren and Eric break down Eisner's comments on park pricing, Bob Chapek, AI, and the future of Disney leadership - plus what it means in today's theme park landscape. Then, the Savannah Bananas bring Banana Ball back to Disneyland, and Lightning Lane Premier Pass sells out for seven straight days at Walt Disney World. Is Disney's most expensive skip-the-line option here to stay? HIGHLIGHTS Michael Eisner sits down with Graham Bensinger for his most in-depth Disney interview in years, sharing candid thoughts on leadership transitions, pricing, and the modern company. Eisner describes the Chapek era as “a marriage made in hell” while praising Bob Iger's succession and leadership instincts. Disney confirms a $1 billion AI investment and partnership with OpenAI, with plans to explore internal tools, advertising analytics, and controlled character licensing for AI-generated content. Lightning Lane Premier Pass sells out for seven consecutive days at Magic Kingdom during Presidents Day week, with prices reaching up to $449 per person plus tax. The Savannah Bananas return to Disneyland on March 26, bringing Banana Ball energy, cavalcades, and castle-front performances to both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure. The Bananas' fan-first model, viral growth, and MLB stadium sellouts make them a natural marketing match for Disney's experiential brand strategy. For this episode's full show notes, ⁠click here⁠. HOSTS Eric Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Lauren Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@laurenhersey2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lauren_hersey_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW – DIS & HERS Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DisAndHers.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@disandhers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@disandhers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dis and Hers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dis & Hers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW – JIM HILL MEDIA Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMediaNews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited & Produced by Eric Hersey – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strong Minded Agency⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠reach out today.⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey all, no Ann this week but Tony Denis and Rob wander in the desert discussing Fat Donnie's Catch 22, Background checks for future POTUS  candidates, Burn Baby Burn, THE DOW! Mark Kelly, The jungle gym dump, Trump HATES Vets, Bomb Iran?, Tony channels Pam Bondo, AI and jobs and Enrique! WIPES!!!

In this episode, I dive into Jesse Cole's "Banana Ball" and explore the chapter titled "Changing the Game." This chapter reveals how Jesse Cole revolutionized baseball by challenging traditional norms and creating an entertainment experience that puts fans first. The Savannah Bananas didn't just tweak baseball—they reimagined it entirely. He prioritized creating memorable experiences over preserving conventional baseball traditions. Every decision was made by asking "What would make this more fun for fans?" rather than "How has this always been done?" In this chapter, he shares stories of trying wild ideas that other teams would never consider—and how those risks paid off in building a devoted fanbase.Questions to ConsiderWhat "rules" in your industry are actually just assumptions that could be challenged?How can you prioritize your audience's experience over industry conventions?What would your work look like if you optimized for delight instead of efficiency?You might also like Slow Productivity by Cal Newport: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-a-chapter-of-slow-productivity-by-cal-newport-for-you/You might also like my article on Jesse Cole: https://www.pleasehustleresponsibly.com/p/find-your-yellow-suitThanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.com/Find all episodes here: https://www.honeyandhustle.coYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustleMentioned in this episode:Get your free lesson from CommunityOS here: https://www.communityos.xyzSubscribe to the newsletter today: www.pleasehustleresponsibly.com

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Heather Pettey is feeling a little "lighter" today—literally! After months of Dr. Carol Lynn's gentle (and not-so-gentle) medical nudging, Heather finally tackled her colonoscopy screening this morning. Fresh off the procedure and still feeling the peace of mind, she's joined by Dr. Carol Lynn to pull back the curtain on an appointment most women in midlife love to cancel. In this episode, your BFFs get up close and personal about why this screening is a total game-changer for your health. With the recent news of actors like James Van Der Beek facing colorectal cancer at a young age, the conversation has never been more urgent. We're stripping away the awkwardness to discuss the "why," the "how," and the "holy grail" of tips to make your prep night as painless—and glamorous—as possible. In This Episode, We Discuss: The "Why" Behind the Screening: Dr. Lynn shares heartbreaking stories of friends diagnosed at 45 and 51, and why the screening age has officially been lowered. Denial vs. Detection: Why we justify changes in our bodies and how to overcome the fear of "finding something." The BFF Survival Guide: Heather and Dr. Lynn's personal hacks for the prep process (yes, including the "Straw Trick"). Bathroom Spa Essentials: From the "barrier method" to the specific toilet paper that will save your skin. The Liquid Diet Masterclass: The savory savior of Chick-fil-A broth and the mystery of the elusive banana popsicle. Our Top Prep "Hacks": The Straw Trick: Use a wide straw, place it at the back of your tongue, and bypass those salty/medicinal taste buds entirely. The "Savory" Savior: Don't just stick to sweet popsicles. Strain the broth from Chick-fil-A chicken noodle soup for a flavorful, salty alternative to plain store-bought broth. The Wardrobe Choice: Skip the long nightgown (it's a hazard!) and opt for soft, oversized pajamas with an easy waistband. The "Barrier Method": Apply Vaseline or diaper rash cream before the prep starts to prevent irritation. The "Grown-Up" Treat: If your doctor allows, a cup of black coffee on the morning of the procedure (before the cutoff) can be the energy boost you need to get through the finish line. Key Takeaways for Your Health: "Your health is your greatest wealth. If you've been staring at that referral on your fridge for six months—this is your sign to call." — Dr. Carol Lynn Early Detection Saves Lives: Most insurance covers 100% of screening colonoscopies because they are preventive. Don't Go It Alone: Ensure you have someone with you to prevent falls or fainting due to dehydration or volume loss. Be Your Own Advocate: If your bathroom habits change, don't ignore it. Talk to your doctor immediately. Resources Mentioned: The "Throne" Station: Medicated wipes (Tucks), flushable wipes (use with caution!), and the "barrier" cream of your choice. Clear Liquid Favorites: Lemon and Banana popsicles (if you can find them!), clear bone broth, and black coffee. Connect with your BFFs! If you have a "prep hack" of your own or just need a little encouragement before your appointment, find us on social media @OurMidlifeMoxie Don't forget to leave us a review and share this episode with a sister, mother, or friend who needs to hear this important message! Snag your My Midlife Moxie Journal   Digital Version My Midlife Moxie Journal   Sign Up and Get the latest MOXIE news!   Join The Facebook Group: @ourmidlifemoxie   Connect with Host Heather Pettey: Email: hpetteyoffice@gmail.com Private Coaching with Heather:https://www.ourmidlifemoxie.com/heatherpetteycoaching Speaker Request Here Instagram @HeatherPettey_ Facebook: @HeatherPettey1 Linkedin: @HeatherPettey Book: "Keep It Simple, Sarah" (Amazon bestseller) Connect with Host Dr. Carol Lynn: Linkedin Website: https://www.drcarollynn.com Facebook Group: @ourmidlifemoxie Website: www.ourmidlifemoxie.com Don't forget to subscribe to the Life Coach BFF Show for more inspiring content and practical life advice! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Always consult your own physician for personal medical advice.

After his Daytona 500 win on Sunday, team co-owner Michael Jordan is seen on video pinching driver Tyler Reddick’s son on the lower back and rubbing his leg. Some viewed it as playfully trying to get 6-year-old Beau’s attention, others saw it as inappropriate and even legacy ending behavior.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After his Daytona 500 win on Sunday, team co-owner Michael Jordan is seen on video pinching driver Tyler Reddick’s son on the lower back and rubbing his leg. Some viewed it as playfully trying to get 6-year-old Beau’s attention, others saw it as inappropriate and even legacy ending behavior.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After his Daytona 500 win on Sunday, team co-owner Michael Jordan is seen on video pinching driver Tyler Reddick’s son on the lower back and rubbing his leg. Some viewed it as playfully trying to get 6-year-old Beau’s attention, others saw it as inappropriate and even legacy ending behavior.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.