Podcasts about Big Ideas

This is the full version of the Aug 4 episode, now available to all subscribers.  Author, New York Times columnist, and superstar linguist John McWhorter returns to the pod to catch us up on what's been on his mind now that the Woke Emergency is over . . . or is it over? We talk about how figures like Robin D'Angelo and Ibram X. Kendi have receded from the spotlight and then move on to more pressing questions topics, such as whether New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's “I vs me” confusion is disqualifying (I say yes), whether a smart person would say “stupider” or “more stupid,” when it became acceptable to say “anyways,” and why kids today have substituted “based off” for “based on.” We also discuss John's long-running conversations with economist Glenn Loury on The Glenn Show and how their divergent views on the Trump phenomenon have changed (and also not changed) the dynamics of their discussions. (Listen to my 2024 interview with Glenn Loury here.) John reflects on Glenn's 2024 memoir and explains why he would be reluctant to expand the personal writing in his columns into an entire book. Finally, we talk about the definition of a public intellectual and why so many people with microphones count themselves as such. Would a legendary public intellectual like Susan Sontag have adapted to the YouTube era? What John has to say might surprise you. John McWhorter is one of several speakers featured at the Unspeakeasy Small Gathering for Big Ideas rereat in New York City October 11-12, 2025. Find out more at https://theunspeakeasy.com/nyc. GUEST BIO John McWhorter writes a weekly newsletter for The New York Times, is a professor of linguistics at Columbia University, and the author or more than 20 books, most recently Pronoun Trouble, Nine Nasty Words, and Woke Racism. HOUSEKEEPING  Order my new book, The Catastrophe Hour: Selected Essays, on Amazon or directly from the publisher here.  Join the listener and reader community by subscribing to my Substack at theunspeakablepodcast.com.  Visit The Unspeakable on YouTube.

This week I'm joined by Alana Newhouse, journalist, cultural critic, and founder/editor-in-chief of Tablet Magazine. Since launching Tablet in 2009, Alana has carved out a space for nuanced and surprising reporting on Jewish identity and the larger cultural questions shaping those issues, as well as the broader issues of our time. We discuss her 2021 essay, Everything Is Broken, in which she diagnoses systemic failures in medicine, media, education, and culture. Alana traces these breakdowns to a pervasive cultural force she calls flatness — the drive toward frictionless interaction, simplified narratives, and ideological conformity. Drawing from her own story of navigating a medical crisis with her own child, Alana exposes how even privileged, insured families can be failed by institutions. She also offers a blueprint for repair: embracing complexity, friction, unpredictability, and deep creative engagement. Alana will be a guest speaker at our Unspeakeasy Small Gathering for Big Ideas weekend, October 11-12 in New York City. Programming and ticketing info here. Are you a fan of what Alana has done at Tablet? Show your love (and get a big discount) by using promo code ALANA1800 at checkout. GUEST BIO Alana Newhouse is the founder and editor-in-chief of Tablet Magazine. Want to hear the whole conversation? Upgrade your subscription here. HOUSEKEEPING

I’m so excited to share something with you in today’s episode that’s been brewing in my heart for quite some time. If you’ve ever felt inspired by a book, a podcast, or a brilliant business idea... only to have it slowly fade away in the busyness of life - you’re not alone. I know that feeling too well. That’s exactly why I’ve created something truly special. In this episode, I introduce you to the Dream Business Book Club - a business accelerator cleverly disguised as a book club. It's designed to help you bridge that gap between inspiration and implementation, with support, structure and the accountability we all need.

Want to know how REAL breakthroughs happen? Lori and I came home from two totally different trips both packed with lessons we're sharing with you. I just got back from a five day road trip with my mom and brother and Lori just wrapped her twice-a-year mastermind with some of the most brilliant women. In this episode, we break down exactly why these intentional spaces work, how to create your own (even if you're starting small), and why you have to get out of your echo chamber if you want fresh ideas and bigger results. I also share how to engineer the setting, set the right intentions, and surround yourself with people who'll push you higher. Get ready to create your own “breakthrough container,” for your business, your relationships, or your life.   HIGHLIGHTS The one question I asked on my family road trip that corrected long-held assumptions. How Lori's small dream list idea became a mastermind with billion-dollar founders. How to escape your “echo chamber” to get new strategies and perspectives. The 3 part formula for creating life-changing conversations. The kind of exposure that accelerates results after a mastermind.   RESOURCES Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind! Make More Sales in the next 90 days - GET THE BLUEPRINT HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app  

When you intentionally create the right space with the right people, magic happens. Chris and I both just got back from trips that reminded us how powerful the right container, the right people, and the right intentions can be. For me, it was my twice-a-year mastermind with some of the most brilliant women I was once too scared to even ask to join me. For Chris, it was a five day road trip up the California coast with his mom and brother, a twist on a family tradition that sparked priceless conversations. In this episode, we share why creating intentional spaces for connection leads to breakthroughs you just can't get any other way, how to start your own version (no matter where you are), and the surprising ripple effects these gatherings have on your business, pricing, confidence, and network. Check out our Sponsors: Airbnb - Start making money by listing your home on Airbnb with an experienced Co-host, find a co-host at airbnb.com/host Quince - Shop everyday luxury goods without the designer price tag. Go to quince.com/happy for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Open Phone - Stop running your business from your personal phone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at openphone.com/earn Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci, Sign up for your $1/month trial period at Shopify.com/happy Constant Contact - Get all the automation, integration, and reporting tools that get your marketing running seamlessly. Try Constant Contact free for thirty days at constantcontact.com. HIGHLIGHTS The one question Chris asked on his family road trip that corrected long-held assumptions. How my small dream list idea became a mastermind with billion-dollar founders. How to escape your “echo chamber” to get new strategies and perspectives. The 3-part formula for creating life-changing conversations. The kind of exposure that accelerates results after a mastermind. RESOURCES Apply for the next VIP Weekend Mastermind HERE! Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet HERE! Check out our FREE 90-Day Business Blueprint HERE! Listen to my free SECRET PODCASTS SERIES - Operation: Rekindle This B*tch Get glōci HERE Use code: HAPPY at checkout for 25% off! FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci Follow Chris: @chriswharder

This week, I welcome back Rob Henderson, the social psychologist, author, and commentator who coined the concept of luxury beliefs: ideas that confer status on the upper class while inflicting real costs on lower-income communities. Rob was last here in early 2024 discussing his memoir, Troubled: A Memoir of Foster Care, Family, and Social Class, which chronicles his journey through California's foster system to the Air Force, and onward to Yale and Cambridge. In this conversation, we explore what he's been thinking about since the book's release—particularly the so-called “mating crisis,” why many young people delay or avoid partnerships and family, and what that means for the future. We also dissect the emergence of Zohran Mamdani, the New York City mayoral hopeful who, according to Rob (and I would concur), embodies luxury beliefs in action. Finally, Rob answers questions from Substack readers. Rob will be a speaker at our Unspeakeasy Small Gathering for Big Ideas weekend, October 11-12 in New York City. Programming and ticketing info here. GUEST BIO Rob Henderson is the author of Troubled: A Memoir of Foster Care, Family, and Social Class. He grew up in foster homes in Los Angeles and in the rural town of Red Bluff, California. After enlisting in the U.S. Air Force at the age of seventeen, he subsequently attended Yale on the GI Bill and was then awarded the Gates Cambridge Scholarship to study at the University of Cambridge, where he obtained a PhD in psychology in 2022. He is currently a Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, and his Substack newsletter is sent each week to more than 70 thousand subscribers. Want to hear the whole conversation? Upgrade your subscription here. HOUSEKEEPING

3 big ideas discussed in this episode: BIG IDEA #1: Most deals don't die because of price or competition—they die from poor execution. Red Zone Selling shows you how to finish strong and close like a champion. BIG IDEA #2: Momentum is the lifeblood of sales. Learn how to avoid deal stalls by running the right plays at the right time across the Yellow, Green, and Red Zones. BIG IDEA #3: You don't need more leads—you need a better game plan. Discover how having a repeatable sales playbook transforms confidence, control, and close rates. Get the show notes for this episode here: https://AskJeremyJones.com/podcast

Confused about how the 2025 Tax Bill impacts your business? This episode of THRIVE dives headfirst into real questions from real business owners, breaking down what you need to know about this headline-making legislation. Gene is joined by tax expert Barbara Weltman, founder of Big Ideas for Small Business and author of J.K. Lasser's Small Business Taxes. Together, they tackle the most pressing topics raised during their recent webinar. From changes in bonus depreciation to navigating family leave credits, education assistance plans, and state and local tax (SALT) deductions, Gene and Barbara make the complex simple with advice you can use right away. And don't worry — you won't need an accounting degree to follow along. Tune in now and take the stress out of all these changes. Watch the 2025 Tax Bill webinar, download an FAQ resource, AND enter a contest to win a copy of Barbara's book, J.K. Lasser's Small Business Taxes, here: https://go.paychex.com/taxbill Have a question for upcoming episodes or a topic you want covered? Let us know: https://payx.me/thrivetopics Topics include: 00:00 – Episode preview and welcome 02:22 – Overview of the 2025 Tax Bill webinar 03:01 – Advanced manufacturing investment credit 04:26 – Bonus depreciation 07:25 – No taxes on tips and overtime 10:51 – State and local tax (SALT) Changes 14:47 – Employee education benefits 18:22 – Family leave credit 21:54 – S corporation provisions 23:34 – Changes in meal deductions 25:39 – Wrap up and thank you DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

In Robin Hood Math, mathematics professor Noah Giansiracusa shows how understanding a little math can help you push back against a world that keeps reducing you to a number.

Episode #283 of 15 Minutes and a Big Idea. A Podcast by The Mended Collective. In this episode, we examine 1 Corinthians 10:19-22. Big Idea: Don't Partner with Demons 1) Idols are Demonic 2) Make a Choice 3) You aren't Stronger than God Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/15bigidea/?view_public_for=110691360592088 The Mended Collective: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlUSkU2N0UEy4Bq1HgpFEQ Email: 15bigideapodcast@gmail.com Theme Music: "Advertime" by Rafael Krux

Dive into "Greater Grace" from James 4! This sermon reveals God's boundless grace even after we sin. Learn to confront lust, envy, twisted prayer, and worldly friendship. Discover 5 actionable ways to humble yourself to receive God's favor. Featuring powerful examples like King David, Peter, and John Newton. Experience hope, forgiveness, and freedom with Christian Life Center.   Pastor: Jordan Hansen Series: James 4:1-10 (9) Title: Greater Grace Date: 2025.08.09+10 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVQVNGAqiDEvWqTmWvCSWFe_gZ3CnCiFd   LINKS:

Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to host a monthly conversation with leaders in the Bitcoin space, to discuss everything happening in the rapidly-changing and still nascent Bitcoin ecosystem. Published through the For Your Innovation podcast channels, this monthly series aims to be informative and enlightening, including experts with diverse viewpoints.Guests on this month's Bitcoin Brainstorm include:Cathie Wood: Founder, CEO and CIO, ARK InvestLorenzo Valente: Director of Research, Digital Assets, ARK InvestPaolo Ardoino: CEO, TetherDr. Arthur Laffer: American EconomistRod Roudi: Co-Founder, Bitcoin ParkKey Points From This Episode: 00:00:00 Introduction00:01:04 The origin of Bitcoin and stablecoins00:04:22 Understanding Tether (USDT)00:10:33 USDT's global growth amid pandemic shifts00:12:15 Dr. Laffer's history of private money00:17:32 Understanding the USDT mechanics of issuance, reserves, and redemptions00:23:14 Transparency, audits and regulation00:30:26 Challenges of value stability vs dollar peg00:35:20 Gold-backed solutions and the alloy product00:38:58 The role of stablecoins in developed markets00:44:40 Potential competition00:46:00 Commodity trade and global adoption trends00:51:00 Emerging markets00:53:50 Dollar dominance vs local stablecoins01:08:01 Vision for the future Links Mentioned in this Episode: Learn more about Bitcoin Park: bitcoinpark.com

Designer Lee Felsenstein is legendary. He's one of the Electronic Frontier Foundations' "Pioneers of the Electronic Frontier"; a Laureate of The Tech Museum in San Jose; and a Fellow of the Computer History Museum. His new autobiography is "Me and My Big Ideas: Counterculture, Social Media, and the Future."

Join Kason Morris, a genius in designing your life's work to fit your needs. Born in the Bronx, Kason defied statistics and built his own corporate ladder to climb up for twenty years. Today, he helps individuals leverage their own talent to build a better work life for themselves.For Kason, there is no work/life balance; it's about your work's life.Take notes on some of Kason's incredible lessons:"What is good enough for now?""Find out how your organization makes money."Questions Explored:• How to find success in lower-income communities?• How to get over familial expectations?• How to design your life's work?• How to balance work and family?• What to do when you're starting out?Lessons Learned:• Finding confidence in COVID• Designing your own path forward• Do what's not expected• Use reliable tools around you• Set the bar low• Make friends with executivesLinks:https://lifeworkdesign.co/https://kasonmorris.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kason-morris/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJFWGBMW?See more at: MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast/Links for Mark S. Cook: MarkSpencerCook.com | WindfallPartners.comLinkedIn for Mark S. Cook: LinkedIn.com/in/@MarkSpencerCookOther Social Media: @MarkSpencerCook0:00 Introduction3:03 Lower-income childhood11:35 Designing your life's work19:48 Large companies23:40 Building Networks28:03 Confidence in COVID38:40 Tools41:18 Family46:12 Advice54:16 where to findKeywords:Work/life balance, fatherhood, family, tools, seasonality, low-income, career

Here's a quick look at today's top stories for Thursday, August 7. Find the complete articles and much more in today's print edition and online at https://www.iolaregister.com/.

This month on the Big Ideas for Small Business podcast, Tim sits down with Jordan Montgomery, author of The Art of Encouragement and founder of Montgomery Companies. Together, they explore the power of encouragement in teams, families, and business relationships, especially during challenging times. Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or simply looking to uplift those around you, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration. Tune in for a conversation that will strengthen how you lead and support others. Find Jordan on social media: @jordanmmontgomery | Instagram Jordan Montgomery | LinkedIn Learn more about Montgomery Companies at www.montgomerycompanies.com Don't forget to tune in next month!

In this episode of the Holyrood Sources podcast, hosts Calum MacDonald, Geoff Aberdeen, and Andy Maciver take your questions. They discuss the departure of Kate Forbes from the SNP and its implications, touching on her appeal to centrist voters and the challenges facing the party. The conversation then moves onto the broader political landscape, including the potential return of Ian Blackford, coalition possibilities, and the role of mayors in Scotland. The hosts engage with listener questions, reflecting on the need for bold political ideas and the current state of political engagement in Scotland. The episode concludes with a call for more substantive political discourse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this electrifying episode of the Dubuque Area Sports Podcast, Everybody's Favorite Coach — Coach Maneman — sits down with John Guy, the Operations Director and co-owner of the Iowa Power.Known for his wildly creative promotions and having been featured on ESPN, Sports Illustrated, and the New York Daily News, John pulls back the curtain on what makes Iowa Power games a must-see event. From coast-to-coast marketing stunts to unforgettable fan experiences, he's redefining how semi-pro football entertains the crowd.

3 big ideas discussed in this episode: BIG IDEA #1: Clarity: Leaders who are at peace at work know what their values are, and their work is aligned to their values. They do significant work to discover their true passion or purpose. BIG IDEA #2: Confidence: It takes courage to live and work in your values. Leaders who are able to challenge their fear are able to attain success and peace at work. BIG IDEA #3: Compassion: Having clarity and confidence calls for being honest with yourself. Balancing this honesty with kindness and grace, for yourself and others, is key to success. Get the show notes for this episode here: https://AskJeremyJones.com/podcast

If you've raised an adolescent (or been one), you already know it's a life stage that can feel like an emotional rollercoaster—full of drama, defiance, and slammed doors. But what if all that chaos wasn't a bug but a feature? Today we're hearing from Pulitzer Prize–winning New York Times journalist Matt Richtel, who says adolescence is a brilliant, necessary phase of human development. In his new book ⁠How We Grow Up⁠, Matt explains how teenage brains are wired to question, rebel, and innovate—and how that friction might just be the thing that helps our species survive.

Episode #282 of 15 Minutes and a Big Idea. A Podcast by The Mended Collective. In this episode, we examine 1 Corinthians 10:15-18. Big Idea: Eating is Participation 1) Judge Wisely 2) We Share in Christ 3) Many are One Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/15bigidea/?view_public_for=110691360592088 The Mended Collective: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlUSkU2N0UEy4Bq1HgpFEQ Email: 15bigideapodcast@gmail.com Theme Music: "Advertime" by Rafael Krux

Stories aren't just entertainment - they're how we make sense of who we are, what we value, and where we're headed. In this episode, writer and professor Sean Gaffney invites us to see story as a sacred thread woven through culture, theology, and discipleship. We talk about the shape of the meta story that undergirds all great narratives, how stories can form us spiritually, and why even blockbuster films can point us toward God. From the pitfalls of message-driven Christian media to the redemptive echoes in Marvel movies, this conversation is an invitation to engage story with both discernment and wonder.Sean Gaffney has authored thirty produced plays, three feature films, four commissioned television pilots, two published chapter books, as well as over two hundred produced videos, animation projects, YouTube series episodes and short films (including for Big Idea and SuperBook). Other publications include contributing to Bigger on the Inside: Christianity and Doctor Who, It Was Good: Performing Arts to the Glory of God, and The Routledge Handbook of the Bible and Film . He was the Story Administrator for Warner Bros. Features, editor of Drama Ministry Magazine, the Managing Director of Taproot Theatre (Seattle) and General Manager of Lamb's Theatre Company (New York). Gaffney currently is a Professor in Media Communication and Screenwriting at Asbury University, as well as Associate Dean of the School of Communication Arts. He received his BFA from Drake University, his MFA from Columbia University, and studied with Act One: Writing for Hollywood. He released a new book on the intersection of scriptwriting and theology: Meta Story: What Marvel & the Messiah Can Teach Us about Great Storytelling. More information at www.gaffneyinkwell.com and IMDb.Sean's Book:Meta StorySean's Recommendation:The God of StorySubscribe to Our Substack: Shifting CultureConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@allnations.usGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowSubscribe today at shiftingculture.substack.com for early, ad-free episodes and more! Support the show

Pastor: Jordan Hansen Series: James James 3:13-18 (8) Title: Transformed Tongues Date: 2025.08.02+03 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVQVNGAqiDEvWqTmWvCSWFe_gZ3CnCiFd   LINKS:

  In this episode of the *Big Ideas for Smaller Government* series, host David Fran sits down with Jeremiah Mosteller, policy director for Americans for Prosperity, to explore the vast and complex Department of Defense (DoD). With a staggering $2 trillion budget and nearly three million military and civilian personnel, the DoD is one of the largest federal agencies. Together, they discuss the department's history, structure, and some surprising examples of wasteful spending, including $5 million spent on ineffective camouflage and $1,300 coffee cups used on Air Force cargo planes. Jeremiah highlights how better coordination and cutting excessive contracting could lead to significant taxpayer savings—up to $260 billion over ten years—without compromising national security. This in-depth conversation sheds light on the challenges and opportunities within the DoD, illustrating why reforming defense spending is crucial for reducing the federal deficit and making government more efficient. Listeners gain valuable insights into how strategic changes, such as reducing contractor reliance and improving procurement, could help save billions while ensuring our military remains well-equipped. Tune in to understand how thoughtful cuts in defense can contribute to a smaller, smarter government.

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You're Not Stuck. You're Just Asleep. In this episode: Why I treat books like cheat codes for life (and why this one's at the top of my stack) The Mark Twain quote that calls out “willful ignorance” in all of us What makes Anthony de Mello's writing hit different—direct, a little uncomfortable, always clarifying The realization that you don't have to believe every thought you think (and why that's a game changer) 4 Big Ideas from The Way to Love “What makes you happy or unhappy is not the world and the people around you, but the thinking in your head.” Happiness isn't out there—it's in how you interpret what's already here Noticing your internal commentary is the first step to real freedom “You see persons and things not as they are but as you are…” We all see life through a cracked filter of fear, control, and expectations If you're sideways with someone, it's usually about you, not them Stop personalizing other people's behavior—own your lens “Habits must be limited to things mechanical—not to love or to sight. Who wants to be loved from habit.” Love isn't meant to run on autopilot Get in the habit of being present—with yourself, and with others Real connection comes from presence, not routine Presence builds trust, trust creates influence, and influence is how we co-create “Contemplate the walls… just observing your ideas, habits, attachments, and fears without judgment…” Most of what runs you isn't real until you feed it judgment Don't try to fix your thoughts—just watch them. Awareness melts resistance Ego and true awareness can't coexist Key Takeaways: You don't need more effort, you need more awareness Subtract the noise and you find presence (and real freedom) This book isn't about “doing”—it's about “seeing” The simplest way to change your life might just be to stop fighting and start observing Mentioned in this episode: The Way to Love by Anthony de Mello Mark Twain's wisdom on reading Connect: Instagram: @kevinkepple Facebook: @KevinKeppleCoaching

Check out my newsletter at ⁠TKOPOD.com⁠ and join my new community at ⁠TKOwners.com⁠.I sat down with Sam Thompson again and we talked about why it's never been easier to clone massive SaaS companies and sell the same functionality for 90% less. We broke down how AI is turning platforms like Salesforce, AppFolio, and RentManager into overpriced dinosaurs, and how you can use tools like BuiltWith, G2, and Manus to reverse-engineer their features and customers. Sam even shared how he ran paid traffic to a $1 trial landing page before building the product—and people bought it. We also talked about his new strategy for selling backlinks like products in a Shopify-style marketplace, why form factor changes (like caffeinated gum or chewable toothpaste) are underrated business models, and how his hummingbird nectar side hustle is still going strong. You can find Sam on Twitter (⁠https://x.com/ImSamThompson⁠) and check out what he's up to at ⁠https://www.unlimitedcontent.com/⁠Timestamps below. Enjoy!---Watch this on YouTube instead here: ⁠tkopod.co/p-yt⁠Ask me a question on or off the show here: ⁠http://tkopod.co/p-ask⁠Learn more about me: ⁠http://tkopod.co/p-cjk⁠Learn about my company: ⁠http://tkopod.co/p-cof⁠Follow me on Twitter here: ⁠http://tkopod.co/p-x⁠Free weekly business ideas newsletter: ⁠http://tkopod.co/p-nl⁠Share this podcast: ⁠http://tkopod.co/p-all⁠Scrape small business data: ⁠http://tkopod.co/p-os⁠---00:00 Disruption in Software Pricing02:58 The Commoditization of Services05:52 AI and the Future of Business09:08 Innovative Business Ideas and Form Factors12:04 The Rise of Transparency in Business14:57 Exploring New Market Opportunities17:53 Backlink Strategies and SEO Insights20:45 Testing New Business Models24:04 The Value of High-Quality Backlinks

In this riveting conversation, Dr. Stephen Riggs shares his remarkable journey from conventional primary care physician to pioneering metabolic health specialist. After 30 years of traditional practice, everything changed when his wife handed him "The Obesity Code" by Dr. Jason Fung. Initially skeptical, Dr. Riggs tested the low-carb approach with his patients and witnessed transformations that defied his medical training: patients reversing type 2 diabetes, coming off insulin, and experiencing substantial weight loss in mere months.Dr. Riggs reveals how he built a comprehensive metabolic health clinic within a traditional healthcare system by meticulously tracking patient outcomes and demonstrating remarkable cost savings—over $550,000 annually in medication reductions from just 220 patients. He discusses his "Low Carb Bootcamp" program that achieves a 73% diabetes reversal rate and how his team approach incorporates health coaches, nutritionists, and food addiction specialists.Perhaps most fascinating is Dr. Riggs' observation that 95% of patients with food addiction see their addiction resolved within 8-12 weeks on a ketogenic diet—without specific addiction counseling. He offers practical insights on protein requirements, implementing lifestyle changes in America's heartland, and navigating resistance from colleagues and insurance companies.This conversation offers a powerful glimpse into how evidence-based nutritional interventions are quietly revolutionizing healthcare from within the system, bringing joy back to medicine by truly healing patients rather than merely managing their decline.BIG IDEA"Nutrition went from being basically irrelevant to me—I got almost zero nutritional training, what little I did was probably wrong—and now it's the biggest tool in my toolbox by far."Stephen Riggs, MD Contact InfoPersonal Website:www.livingbyDesignKetonutrition.com Metabolic Clinic Site:MercyOne.org/LivingbyDesign Send Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, you must include your contact information.) Dr. Ovadia cannot respond here. To contact his team, please send an email to team@ifixhearts.com Like what you hear? Head over to IFixHearts.com/book to grab a copy of my book, Stay Off My Operating Table. Ready to go deeper? Talk to someone from my team at IFixHearts.com/talk.Stay Off My Operating Table on X: Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts Jack Heald: @JackHeald5 Learn more: Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com Theme Song : Rage AgainstWritten & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey(c) 2016 Mercury Retro RecordingsAny use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.

3 big ideas discussed in this episode: BIG IDEA #1: I am the ceiling BIG IDEA #2: I am the leader BIG IDEA #3: I am the designer Get the show notes for this episode here: https://AskJeremyJones.com/podcast

Neuroscientist Joseph Jebelli explains how doing nothing might be the best thing you do all day. His new book is The Brain at Rest: How the Art and Science of Doing Nothing Can Improve Your Life.

Episode #281 of 15 Minutes and a Big Idea. A Podcast by The Mended Collective. In this episode, we examine 1 Corinthians 10:12-14. Big Idea: God is Faithful 1) Watch Out 2) There is an Escape Route 3) Flee Idolatry Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/15bigidea/?view_public_for=110691360592088 The Mended Collective: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlUSkU2N0UEy4Bq1HgpFEQ Email: 15bigideapodcast@gmail.com Theme Music: "Advertime" by Rafael Krux

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In this episode of Grow Everything, hosts Karl and Erum dive into the world of community biology with Dr. Casey Lardner, Executive Director of Genspace. They explore how this groundbreaking Brooklyn lab is reimagining who gets to participate in science — and how. From radical accessibility and inclusive education to the launch of Gotham Foundry, Casey shares how Genspace is cultivating a culture of curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. This is a conversation about science as a shared resource, where artists, bioengineers, and everyday citizens all have a seat at the bench.Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing?Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters:00:00:00 - Welcome to Grow Everything: Where Bio Meets the World00:00:25 - Guest Co-Host Sabriya Stukes Drops In — Backyard BBQ to Biotech00:01:18 - What's Buzzing in Biotech: Founders, VCs & Sound Baths00:03:48 - Redefining Community: Beyond Buzzwords in Bio00:06:38 - Genspace Unveiled: Brooklyn's Portal to Public Science00:10:41 - From Chemistry to Community: Casey's Unexpected Path to Genspace00:13:40 - Inside Genspace: Culture, Creativity, and the Curious00:22:06 - Radical Access: Building Biotech for Everyone00:28:55 - Live from Ilmar 2025: Big Ideas, Big Shifts00:37:35 - What's Next? Introducing Gotham Foundry00:39:25 - Fueling Founders: How Genspace Sparks Startups00:40:23 - Why NYC is the Place to Grow Bio Right Now00:41:53 - Stay Curious: The Secret Ingredient in Science00:43:26 - Can AI Help Democratize Biology? Genspace Thinks So00:46:51 - Where Art Meets Genome: The Power of Story in Science00:51:28 - Bold Visions: What the Future Looks Like at Genspace00:55:49 - The Pulse of NYC Biotech: Reflections and Real TalkLinks and Resources:Genspace OpenPlant Genspace - growing your own insulin?Asilomar ReportsGotham FoundryIndieBioNewLab BioLabsBioFab Fair: Use promo code: GROW10 Story ColliderCaveat Facts MachineTopics Covered: biotech, community biotech, community hub, biomaterials, bio-based ingredients, GenspaceHave a question or comment? Message us here:Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grow Everything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: groweverything@messaginglab.comMusic by: NihiloreProduction by: Amplafy Media

In this candid conversation with Siouxie Bishoff, founder of Scrummy Sweets, we uncover the troubling truth behind food industry practices and ingredients. After struggling with health issues including a connective tissue disease and long-term Lyme, Siouxie began creating her own blood sugar-friendly gummy bears in her kitchen. What she discovered when trying to scale her homemade recipe to commercial production was shocking - manufacturers routinely use harmful chemicals while exploiting labeling loopholes to hide them from consumers.Siouxie shares her battle to maintain product integrity against industry pressure to cut corners, revealing how "natural flavors" can contain numerous concerning additives, and how ingredients banned in Europe for health concerns remain common in American products. Despite significantly higher production costs, she refuses to compromise on quality, sourcing organic ingredients and rejecting harmful additives.This conversation exposes the hidden health impacts of seemingly innocuous treats and demonstrates why having truly clean options matters - especially for those managing conditions like diabetes or epilepsy through diet. Whether you're following a ketogenic lifestyle or simply want to understand what's really in your food, this eye-opening discussion will transform how you read ingredient labels forever.BIG IDEA"I don't want a product that's going to spike your blood sugar - I want a product that's going to help somebody in their health journey, and I know what constant elevated insulin is going to do to a human body."Siouxie Bishoff - Contact InfoWebsite: https://scrummysweets.com/Facebook: https://facebook.com/scrummysweetscoInstagram: https://instagram.com/scrummysweetscoSend Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, you must include your contact information.) Dr. Ovadia cannot respond here. To contact his team, please send an email to team@ifixhearts.com Like what you hear? Head over to IFixHearts.com/book to grab a copy of my book, Stay Off My Operating Table. Ready to go deeper? Talk to someone from my team at IFixHearts.com/talk.Stay Off My Operating Table on X: Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts Jack Heald: @JackHeald5 Learn more: Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com Theme Song : Rage AgainstWritten & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey(c) 2016 Mercury Retro RecordingsAny use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.

3 big ideas discussed in this episode: BIG IDEA #1: The messaging framework that turns generic content and boring pitches into high converting sales assets and conversations that makes sales BIG IDEA #2: My personalized cold outreach method that that gets high level executives onto sales calls already 80% pre-sold (that means no real "selling" required to close) BIG IDEA #3: How I use AI to not only speed up my leadgen process, but make each outreach so good that I literally hear "I get 100 pitches everyday but yours is the only one I've responded to" way more often than I can keep track of Get the show notes for this episode here: https://AskJeremyJones.com/podcast

Episode #280 of 15 Minutes and a Big Idea. A Podcast by The Mended Collective. In this episode, we examine 1 Corinthians 10:8-11. Big Idea: The Ends of the Ages is Upon Us 1) Don't Commit Sexual Sin 2) Don't Test the Lord 3) Don't Grumble Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/15bigidea/?view_public_for=110691360592088 The Mended Collective: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlUSkU2N0UEy4Bq1HgpFEQ Email: 15bigideapodcast@gmail.com Theme Music: "Advertime" by Rafael Krux

What needs to be said or done in the world right now? Vanessa Maleare and Brandon co-share a message about how we sync with the Cosmic Christ and one another through a rich understanding of the incarnational and transcendent life of God. Seeing the world through the Cosmic Christ imbues our lives with meaning.  [Colossians 1:15-20]   Reflection What is my Big Idea that feels sacred? How can I connect with the Cosmic Christ, through small/humble moments? When do I feel the most in sync with God's presence,  and why? Resource Book: The Way of the Heart: The Spirituality of the Desert Fathers & Mothers by Henri Nouwen Book: Good Enough: 40ish Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection by Kate Bowler and Jessica Richie

In this episode of American Potential, host David From welcomes back Jeremiah Mosteller, Policy Director at Americans for Prosperity, for another installment in the “Big Ideas for Smaller Government” series—this time targeting the Internal Revenue Service. Jeremiah breaks down how outdated pandemic-era tax subsidies—expanded under the American Rescue Plan—are still being paid out today, even to higher-income individuals who don't need them. Reverting to the original subsidy rules for the Obamacare marketplace could save taxpayers a staggering $383 billion. The episode also exposes shocking mismanagement inside the IRS, including nearly 3,000 IRS employees who owe back taxes and over $4.7 trillion in untraceable federal spending due to failed accounting practices. Jeremiah explains how simple reforms like the LEDGER Act could bring long-overdue transparency to the Treasury and restore public trust. This is a can't-miss conversation about fiscal responsibility, common sense reforms, and how everyday Americans can play a role in cutting $2 trillion in wasteful government spending.

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Allen Ginsberg. Erma Bombeck. BDS of Jewish authors. Eve Harow in a fascinating conversation with Judy Tashbook Safern — Publisher of Intelligentsia Books. How do we amplify bold voices and meaningful ideas?

3 big ideas discussed in this episode: BIG IDEA #1: Master yourself: developing your drive, building your unique capabilities, family & fitness. BIG IDEA #2: Mastering your customers, be the CEO of your business, world class players on the pitch, exec engagement. BIG IDEA #3: Mastering your company: Creating sponsors, elevating your internal champions, giving back. Get the show notes for this episode here: https://AskJeremyJones.com/podcast

Episode #279 of 15 Minutes and a Big Idea. A Podcast by The Mended Collective. In this episode, we examine 1 Corinthians 10:5-7. Big Idea: Don't Think Yourself Exceptional 1) Israelite Bodies are a Witness 2) History is an Example 3) Don't Be Idolatrous Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/15bigidea/?view_public_for=110691360592088 The Mended Collective: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlUSkU2N0UEy4Bq1HgpFEQ Email: 15bigideapodcast@gmail.com Theme Music: "Advertime" by Rafael Krux

How do you write a great query letter, find the right agent, and stand out in today's crowded submissions inbox? In this special compilation episode, four top literary agents: Ed Wilson, Lucinda Halpern, Madeleine Milburn & Sam Copeland, share their honest advice on getting signed, writing marketable books, and navigating today's publishing industry.*Timestamps:Ed Wilson - 1:01Lucinda Literary -  19:11Madeleine Milburn - 37:20Sam Copeland - 48:47 ABOUT THE LITERARY AGENTS Ed Wilson is a literary agent and director at Johnson & Alcock, a London-based literary agency with a diverse and developing list of authors of fiction and nonfiction. He represents everything from award-winning literary fiction to bestselling crime, science-fiction, and fantasy. Ed's profile at Johnson & AlcockEd's Twitter accountJohnson & Alcock's submission guidelinesFull LWS episode: #071: Ed Wilson — Submitting to Agents & Navigating Publishing, Junior vs Experienced Agents, How to Follow up with Agents, Smaller vs Larger Literary Agencies*Lucinda Literary is a New York literary agent and the author of Get Signed: Find an Agent, Land a Book Deal, and Become a Published Author. She represents a range of New York Times and internationally bestselling authors in the categories of business, health, lifestyle, popular science, narrative nonfiction, memoir, and upmarket fiction. *Get Signed: Find an Agent, Land a Book Deal, and Become a Published AuthorLucinda LiteraryFollow up question? Get in touch with Lucinda here.Full LWS episode: #96: Lucinda Halpern — How to Get Signed With a Literary Agent, Unlock Your Book's Big Idea, Query Letter Essentials, Unconventional Ways to Engage With Beta-Readers*Madeleine Milburn has been responsible for discovering some of the highest-selling and award-winning contemporary authors who consistently hit the bestseller lists in the New York Times, including Nita Prose (The Maid), Costa Book Award winner and bestseller Gail Honeyman (Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine). She represents bestselling crime and thriller brands including C.L. Taylor, C.J Tudor, Mark Edwards and Teresa Driscoll.WebsiteSubmitting your work to the Madeleine Milburn AgencyFull LWS episode:  #064: Madeleine Milburn — Catching an Agent's Eye & Building an Author-First Agency*Sam Copeland was shortlisted for Literary Agent of the Year at the 2020 and 2021 British Book Awards and selected for the Bookseller's Most Influential People in Publishing in 2020. He welcomes e-mail submissions and can be contacted on sam@rcwlitagency.com. He is also a children's author.  His Charlie Changes series was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book of the Year shortlistedSam Copeland RCW Literary AgencyFull LWS episode: #118: Sam Copeland — How to Catch The Eye Of A Literary Agent, Compelling Pitch Letters & Writing Funny Children's Fiction For show notes, transcripts and to attend our live podcasts visit: podcast.londonwriterssalon.com.For free writing sessions, join free Writers' Hours: writershour.com.*FOLLOW LONDON WRITERS' SALONTwitter: twitter.com/​​WritersSalonInstagram: instagram.com/londonwriterssalonFacebook: facebook.com/LondonWritersSalonIf you're enjoying this show, please rate and review this show!

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Life changes can sneak up on all of us, and sometimes they hit pretty hard. Cassidy Krug spent 20 years training to be one of the best divers in the world. She made it to the Olympics. And then, in a single moment, her lifelong dream ended—with no medal, no encore, just the quiet shock of “What now?” Cassidy's new book, ⁠Resurface⁠, is a guide for anyone navigating life's big transitions—grief, identity shifts, career changes, reinventions. In the book, she gathers wisdom from Olympians, veterans, new parents, and more. Below, she shares what she's learned about letting go, asking for help, and redefining success.

In this episode of American Potential, guest Austen Bannon, employment policy fellow at Americans for Prosperity, breaks down two urgent issues costing Americans time, opportunity, and tax dollars: outdated rules that make it nearly impossible to fire underperforming federal workers, and laws that prevent gig workers from getting the portable benefits they need. Austen explains how commonsense reforms—like simplifying the process for removing federal employees who aren't doing their jobs—could save taxpayers millions and restore accountability in government. He also shares how states like Utah, Tennessee, and Alabama are pioneering voluntary portable benefits programs that allow independent contractors to pool resources for health care and retirement, giving them greater freedom and security in the modern economy. Learn how modernizing these rules can empower workers, foster innovation, and ensure our government works better for everyone. Join us for a practical conversation on cutting red tape, expanding opportunity, and unleashing the potential of America's dynamic workforce.

Let's talk about revenge. Not the juicy, action-movie kind with flaming cars and dramatic showdowns, but the kind that quietly simmers in your brain long after someone cuts you off in traffic or sends a snarky email. According to Yale psychiatry lecturer and lawyer James Kimmel, revenge isn't just an emotion. It's an addiction. A hit of dopamine here, a rumination there, and suddenly we're hooked on the fantasy of payback. But what if we could quit cold turkey? In his new book, ⁠The Science of Revenge⁠, James explains how to rewire our minds, embrace forgiveness, and break free from the cycles of grievance that keep us stuck.