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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Nandi Edouard.
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Nandi Edouard.
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Nandi Edouard.
Joshua & Jason have a fantastic sit down with Sammy Karachi, Head Blender of Found North Spirits. You can tell the boyz all knew one another for years and years. Lots of fun, laughs, and learning about blending Add to this, Jess and Joshua discuss details of the new ROW # 13 Release of Single Cask Nation whiskies! ...as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing
In this episode of Theatrically Authentic, Sarah Atherton-Knight and Simon Scott dive into the emotional complexity of Dear Evan Hansen — a show about anxiety, isolation, social performance, and the dangerous power of finally being noticed.Together, they explore why the musical resonates so strongly with neurodivergent audiences, unpacking themes of masking, maladaptive daydreaming, rejection sensitivity, and the desperate need to belong.Blending musical analysis with personal lived experience, this episode examines what happens when honesty doesn't feel safe — and the emotional consequences of building connection through performance instead of authenticity.Whether you see Evan Hansen as a victim, a villain, or something painfully in-between, this conversation asks a difficult question: what do people do when they believe the truth won't make them lovable?
Drawing on an ancient story from the time of the Buddha - 500 monks who are tormented by tree spirits during a forest retreat - Margaret reveals a timeless lesson: the things that haunt us in our own forests often change when we change how we meet them. What begins as a tale of frightened monks becomes a powerful invitation to understand love not as something that happens to us, but as something we can intentionally cultivate, like a garden. Margaret unpacks the practice of mettābhāvanā - the development of loving-kindness - walking listeners through the five classical stages: from offering goodwill to ourselves, to a beloved benefactor, to a neutral person, to a difficult person, and finally to all beings without exception. She illuminates the subtle "near enemies" that masquerade as love and compassion - attachment disguised as affection, pity disguised as care - and offers clear guidance for recognizing the counterfeit in our own hearts. Along the way, she introduces compassion as "metta with its sleeves rolled up," explores the transformative Tibetan practice of Tonglen, and touches on modern scientific research showing that these ancient practices genuinely rewire the brain and build emotional resilience. Blending intimate storytelling with practical wisdom, this episode is both a teaching and an invitation. Margaret includes a guided meditation for listeners, addresses common obstacles like self-criticism, emotional numbness, and the fear of opening our hearts to a suffering world, and shares how to carry these practices off the cushion and into the messy reality of daily life. Whether you're new to meditation or a longtime practitioner, you'll come away with tools to meet your own haunted forest with a different heart - and a deeper sense of how the truth of impermanence can set us free.
Flo Esho is the founder of The Easy Flow Life, a U.S.-based executive support agency that helps founders and executives step out of the day-to-day and back into true leadership.In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Flo talks about supporting executives in their personal and professional lives, tips for hiring an assistant, encouragement for those considering becoming a virtual assistant, travel planning tips, and more.Show notes → leaderassistant.com/387--It's the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.”Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience.Sound too good to be true? It's actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.)See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite. --Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants.More from The Leader Assistant...Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.comThe Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membershipEvents -> leaderassistantlive.comFree Community -> leaderassistant.com/community
Hi Friends! In this episode, I'm joined by Tyler Moore, known on Instagram as Tidy Dad, and author of his new book, Tidy Up Your Life, Rethinking How to Organize, Declutter, and Make Space for What Matters Most. Tyler shares how feeling overwhelmed by both physical and emotional clutter led him to rethink what it really means to have a tidy home. We explore how our homes reflect what we value, how to make space for what matters most, and how tidying can support a more intentional life. The paperback edition of Tidy Up Your Life goes on sale tomorrow, so it's the perfect time to hear Tyler's approach to making space for what matters most. Get Tyler's book: Tidy Up Your Life: Rethinking How to Organize, Declutter, and Make Space for What Matters Most Mindful Decluttering Course: https://declutteryourchaos.thrivecart.com/declutter-without-overwhelm/ Email me with COACHING in the subject to make an appointment for FREE coaching for the podcast. amber@declutteryourchaos.com Join Me Live EVERY DAY until August 12th If you're on Instagram, come join my 30 Days of Mindful Decluttering series! I'm going live every morning, 9am Pacific, sharing practical mindset shifts, tips and support to help you create more space in your home and your life. Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the founder of Declutter Your Chaos, host of the Declutter Your Chaos podcast, with more than 1.5 million downloads, hundreds of raving reviews, and the creator of the Mindful Method for decluttering. She helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about far more than organizing a house. It's about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that allows you to become the best version of you.
In this episode, we sit down with independent author and librarian Amy Campbell to explore her fantastic “Weird Western” epic fantasy series, Tales of the Outlaw Mages, her Airship Dragons series, as well as her new Gilded Prince series. Amy shares her journey from creating characters and stories as a kid to balancing a busy life as a former librarian, mother, and author of sweeping fantasy worlds. Paul and Amy dive deep into the mechanics of her world-building—from pairing gritty frontier shootouts with volatile magic to creating unforgettable characters like the reluctant, baking hero Blaise Hawthorne. In this episode, we discuss: The origins of Amy’s interest in the “Weird Western” sub-genre. Balancing fast Western pacing with epic fantasy scale. Writing the “found family” dynamic and reluctant heroes. Jumping genres from high magic outlaws to steampunk airships. Connect with Amy: Website / Books: amycampbell.info Social Media: Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/authoramycampbell) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/authoramycampbell) TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@amycampbellauthor) Subscribe & Follow: If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to subscribe to the channel and leave us a review!
Declutter Your Chaos - Minimalism, Decluttering, Home Organization
Hi Friends! In this episode, I'm joined by Tyler Moore, known on Instagram as Tidy Dad, and author of his new book, Tidy Up Your Life, Rethinking How to Organize, Declutter, and Make Space for What Matters Most. Tyler shares how feeling overwhelmed by both physical and emotional clutter led him to rethink what it really means to have a tidy home. We explore how our homes reflect what we value, how to make space for what matters most, and how tidying can support a more intentional life. The paperback edition of Tidy Up Your Life goes on sale tomorrow, so it's the perfect time to hear Tyler's approach to making space for what matters most. Get Tyler's book: Tidy Up Your Life: Rethinking How to Organize, Declutter, and Make Space for What Matters Most Mindful Decluttering Course: https://declutteryourchaos.thrivecart.com/declutter-without-overwhelm/ Email me with COACHING in the subject to make an appointment for FREE coaching for the podcast. amber@declutteryourchaos.com Join Me Live EVERY DAY until August 12th If you're on Instagram, come join my 30 Days of Mindful Decluttering series! I'm going live every morning, 9am Pacific, sharing practical mindset shifts, tips and support to help you create more space in your home and your life. Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the founder of Declutter Your Chaos, host of the Declutter Your Chaos podcast, with more than 1.5 million downloads, hundreds of raving reviews, and the creator of the Mindful Method for decluttering. She helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about far more than organizing a house. It's about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that allows you to become the best version of you.
Opponents of mandatory country-of-origin labeling often argue that consumers don't care where their beef comes from and won't pay more for a U.S. product. But Good Ranchers Founder and CEO Ben Spell has built one of America's fastest-growing meat companies around a different belief: that consumers value knowing where their food comes from. In this episode of the R-CALF USA Roundup, we explore consumer demand for U.S. beef, the importance of truthful country-of-origin labeling, and why trust, transparency, and supporting American ranchers continue to matter in today's marketplace. Blending business, faith, agriculture, and food policy, this conversation offers a unique perspective on the role consumers play in strengthening American agriculture. Learn more about Good Ranchers here: https://www.goodranchers.com Watch Ben at the 2026 R-CALF USA Convention here: https://youtu.be/bKuxYgOOwH4?si=6H6NcMdMheJNpbQE
You're tuned in to Indigenous in Music with Larry K, and today, from the deep shores of Ontario, JD Crosstown will be in our spotlight. His music is rooted in story, soul, and tradition. Blending folk, country, and blues. His debut album Takin' My Time is a reflection of life, growth, and staying true to your path and it's available now. JD is featured in our current issue of the SAY Magazine, read all about him at our place at our place on the web at www.indigenousinmusicandarts.org/past-shows/jd-crosstown. Enjoy music from JD Crosstown, The North Sound, Mike Paul Kuekuasheu, Aterciopleados, Teagan Littlechief, Maten, Shauit, Mexican Institute Of Sound, Burnstick, Catus Rose NYC, Melody McArthur, LILI, Diyet & the Love Soldiers, Jessica Hernandez and the Deltas, Chantil Dukart, Blue Moon Marquee, Pony Man, Donita Large, RematriNation, Sinematic, First Floor Highway, The City Lines, Eagle & Hawk, Shub, Sebastian Gaskin, Nicole Gatti, Sean1ne, Enokahe, Def-i, Ariano, Berk Jodoin and much more. Visit us at www.indigenousinmusicandarts.org to explore our programs, celebrate culture, and connect with powerful voices shaping our communities. Step inside our new Indigenous in Music Directory and meet the incredible Artists and Entrepreneurs who are making an impact today in the music industry.
On this edition of the GHR Exclusive Podcast Mix, we welcome French DJ and producer Augis. Blending uplifting house, melodic grooves, and feel-good energy, AUGIS delivers an exclusive one-hour mix packed with tracks perfect for the dance floor and beyond. Turn it up, enjoy the journey, and don't forget to subscribe, like, follow, and leave a comment! IG: @ghettohouseradio X: @ghettohouse
Hi Friends! Press play, head to your bedroom, and declutter with me. In this guided session, I'll walk you through my method, which is a mindful approach that turns decluttering into a moving meditation. We'll arrive in the space, connect with the deeper meaning behind what we're doing, breathe, explore the clutter without judgment, and then notice what becomes possible when we create a little more space. Declutter in Layers Start with one category at a time and make your way around the room: Layer 1: Trash Walk around the room and collect anything that can simply be thrown away or recycled. Layer 2: Clothes Gather clothes and separate what needs to be put away, washed, donated, or let go. Layer 3: Toiletries & Personal Items Collect skincare, makeup, hair products, medications, and other personal items and return them to where they belong. Layer 4: Give Away Look for anything you already know you're ready to donate or give to someone else. Layer 5: Things That Belong Somewhere Else Gather anything that belongs in another room. Put it in a basket or pile to relocate when you're finished. Layer 6: Things You're Still Deciding About Set aside anything you're not ready to make a decision about yet. Don't let one difficult item stop your momentum. Layer 7: Clean Once the clutter is cleared, wipe down surfaces, vacuum, dust, open a window, or do whatever makes the room feel fresh. Layer 8: Put Everything Away Return the things you're keeping to their homes and enjoy the space you created. Hope this helps you! XO, Amber Mindful Decluttering Course: https://declutteryourchaos.thrivecart.com/declutter-without-overwhelm/ Email me with COACHING in the subject to make an appointment for FREE coaching for the podcast. amber@declutteryourchaos.com Join Me Live EVERY DAY until August 12th If you're on Instagram, come join my 30 Days of Mindful Decluttering series! I'm going live every morning, 9am Pacific, sharing practical mindset shifts, tips and support to help you create more space in your home and your life. Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the founder of Declutter Your Chaos, host of the Declutter Your Chaos podcast, with more than 1.5 million downloads, hundreds of raving reviews, and the creator of the Mindful Method for decluttering. She helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about far more than organizing a house. It's about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that allows you to become the best version of you.
689. We talk to Amanda Skenadore about her novel on the Carville Leprosy Colony, The Second Life of Mirielle West. Amanda Skenandore is a registered nurse turned historical fiction author whose medical background deeply shapes her storytelling. In her novel The Second Life of Mirielle West, she takes listeners into 1920s America to follow a Hollywood socialite whose life is upended when a diagnosis of leprosy forces her into exile at Carville, Louisiana — the nation's only leprosarium at the time. Blending rigorous medical history with emotional depth, the story explores one woman's fight against systemic isolation and social stigma as she seeks purpose, belonging, and redemption in the most unexpected place. Now available: Liberty in Louisiana: A Comedy. The oldest play about Louisiana, author James Workman wrote it as a celebration of the Louisiana Purchase. Now it is back in print for the first time in 222 years. Order your copy today! This week in the Louisiana Anthology. Gaspar Cusachs. "Lafitte: The Louisiana Pirate and Patriot." Here in Barataria, amid the innumerable branches of bayous, passes, and inextricable cypress swamps, persons may lie concealed from the strictest scrutiny. In 1811, Lafitte fortified the eastern and western points of this island, and established a regular depot. Here the prizes were brought and sold to the inhabitants of the adjoining districts, who resorted to these places for the purpose of obtaining bargains in matters of trade and without being at all solicitous to conceal the object of their journey. No effective measures having been taken to expel the pirates they continued their depredations upon the Spanish commerce and sometimes ventured to attack vessels of other nations. They were generally regarded as pirates, but it is probable that most, if not all of them, were commissioned by the Carthagenian government. This week in Louisiana history. July 31 1976. U.S. Rep. F.E. Hebert of N.O. completes longest term in office, 35 yrs, 6 m, and 28 days. This week in New Orleans history. July 31, 1919: Iconic jazz saxophonist Earl Bostic was born, later influencing the New Orleans R&B sound with his unique technical style. This week in Louisiana. Satchmo SummerFest August 1'2 New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade Avenue New Orleans, LA 70116 Website: frenchquarterfest.org Satchmo SummerFest is New Orleans' annual celebration of Louis 'Satchmo' Armstrong, held each year on the first weekend of August to honor his August 4 birthday. The festival is free, thanks to support from New Orleans & Company, and takes place on the grounds of the New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint. The weekend features live music, lectures, food vendors, and a Sunday second‑line salute: Live Music: Outdoor stages featuring traditional jazz, brass bands, swing, and local legends, all presented by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Satchmo Legacy Stage: Indoor talks and presentations exploring Armstrong's life, recordings, and cultural impact, led by scholars and musicians. Food Vendors: New Orleans cuisine served on‑site, curated by the same team behind French Quarter Fest. Jazz Mass & Second‑Line: A Sunday morning tradition honoring Armstrong with a church service followed by a second‑line parade to the festival grounds. Postcards from Louisiana. The Rock Block Band at Felix's Restaurant and Oyster Bar. Listen on Apple Podcasts. Listen on audible. Listen on Spotify. Listen on TuneIn. Listen on iHeartRadio. The Louisiana Anthology Home Page. Like us on Facebook.
This summer has been anything but quiet for infectious diseases. In this episode of Contagion Podcast, hosts Drs. Vivian Vega and Jackie Sherbuk take listeners on a fast-paced tour through the outbreaks, emerging threats, and public health stories that have dominated conversations among infectious disease specialists—and increasingly, the general public.The episode begins with the nationwide Cyclospora outbreak, examining why this foodborne parasite has become one of the summer's biggest public health stories. The hosts explain how contaminated produce, long incubation periods, and complex food distribution networks make outbreak investigations particularly challenging, while providing practical advice on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.Next, they explore the remarkable Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to an expedition cruise in Patagonia. This unusual event highlights the only hantavirus known to spread from person to person and serves as a fascinating case study in how ecotourism, international travel, and delayed symptom onset can complicate outbreak investigations across multiple countries.The conversation then shifts to one of the most extraordinary success stories in public health: the battle against the New World screwworm. Listeners will discover how millions of sterile flies have been used to eradicate one of history's most destructive livestock pests—and why climate change, wildlife movement, and border challenges now threaten decades of success.The hosts also review the ongoing Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City, discussing how modern environmental surveillance, rapid public health response, and laboratory testing work together to control urban outbreaks before they expand further.Attention then turns to the rapidly expanding Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where the rare Bundibugyo strain presents new challenges because currently available vaccines and therapies are not proven to work against it. The discussion highlights the importance of surveillance, contact tracing, community trust, and ongoing clinical trials in outbreak response.Finally, the episode examines how public health agencies prepared for infectious disease threats during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, from measles and respiratory viruses to wastewater surveillance, social media monitoring, and behind-the-scenes coordination that helps keep millions of travelers safe.Blending humor, clinical insight, and real-world epidemiology, this episode offers an engaging look at the infectious disease stories shaping the summer of 2026. Whether you're a healthcare professional, student, or simply curious about emerging health threats, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the science, surveillance, and public health efforts that work quietly behind the scenes to protect us all.Dr. Vega would like to thank her friend Job Meiller for his musical contributions, "Hotel California," and "Can't Get You Out of My Mind," to our segment breaks. Thank you, Job!Thanks also to Dr. Ana Velez, our artistic contributor, for her artwork utilized in our episode thumbnail, "The Mouse Who Never Meant to Harm."
Declutter Your Chaos - Minimalism, Decluttering, Home Organization
Hi Friends! Press play, head to your bedroom, and declutter with me. In this guided session, I'll walk you through my method, which is a mindful approach that turns decluttering into a moving meditation. We'll arrive in the space, connect with the deeper meaning behind what we're doing, breathe, explore the clutter without judgment, and then notice what becomes possible when we create a little more space. Declutter in Layers Start with one category at a time and make your way around the room: Layer 1: Trash Walk around the room and collect anything that can simply be thrown away or recycled. Layer 2: Clothes Gather clothes and separate what needs to be put away, washed, donated, or let go. Layer 3: Toiletries & Personal Items Collect skincare, makeup, hair products, medications, and other personal items and return them to where they belong. Layer 4: Give Away Look for anything you already know you're ready to donate or give to someone else. Layer 5: Things That Belong Somewhere Else Gather anything that belongs in another room. Put it in a basket or pile to relocate when you're finished. Layer 6: Things You're Still Deciding About Set aside anything you're not ready to make a decision about yet. Don't let one difficult item stop your momentum. Layer 7: Clean Once the clutter is cleared, wipe down surfaces, vacuum, dust, open a window, or do whatever makes the room feel fresh. Layer 8: Put Everything Away Return the things you're keeping to their homes and enjoy the space you created. Hope this helps you! XO, Amber Mindful Decluttering Course: https://declutteryourchaos.thrivecart.com/declutter-without-overwhelm/ Email me with COACHING in the subject to make an appointment for FREE coaching for the podcast. amber@declutteryourchaos.com Join Me Live EVERY DAY until August 12th If you're on Instagram, come join my 30 Days of Mindful Decluttering series! I'm going live every morning, 9am Pacific, sharing practical mindset shifts, tips and support to help you create more space in your home and your life. Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the founder of Declutter Your Chaos, host of the Declutter Your Chaos podcast, with more than 1.5 million downloads, hundreds of raving reviews, and the creator of the Mindful Method for decluttering. She helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about far more than organizing a house. It's about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that allows you to become the best version of you.
What happens when the most important conversation in a family never takes place? In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo reflects on the losses of his father, brother, and mother, and the lessons those moments taught him about wealth, legacy, and love. Sitting at his 93-year-old mother's kitchen table, Jack discovered that even a lifetime of legal experience could not undo years of postponed conversations and outdated estate planning. He explains why the most important part of any estate plan isn't the trust, the will, or the tax strategy; it's the conversations shared around the kitchen table while there's still time. Blending practical legal insight with human stories, this episode reminds us that the greatest inheritance we can leave our families isn't simply financial security, but the clarity, confidence, and peace that come from knowing our wishes and understanding our values. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️
Send us Fan MailOne great bourbon story can change your whole drinking life, and Ed Blake's starts with a bottle he avoided for years. After a bad early run-in with bourbon, he returns to it later through a Pappy Van Winkle 15 and suddenly the rabbit hole opens. From there, we follow the real path from enthusiast to trusted palate: learning how to taste, learning how to talk about flavour, and learning how to help other people find what they actually like. Ed (Rising Tide Spirits) shares how barrel picks and community feedback sharpened his selection skills, including the practical reality of tasting barrels in winter, when whiskey can show harsher edges before it warms up. We also get into what it's like building brands as a non-distiller producer, how Old Stubborn came to life through a strong distillery relationship, and why he's committed to small production and high quality instead of chasing shelf space. Then we go deep on rye whiskey, especially MGP rye. We unpack the dill pickle note that turns some drinkers off, how fermentation timing can influence it, and why longer aging often brings more caramel sweetness, richer oak, and a smoother balance. If you're curious about Old Swagger, Old Stubborn, premium bourbon packaging, or what separates a hype bottle from a genuinely great pour, you'll leave with a clearer buying compass and a better vocabulary for your own palate. Subscribe for more whiskey conversations, share this with a rye or bourbon friend, and leave us a review with the best bottle you've had this year. What tasting note instantly makes you want another sip?We sit down with Ed Blake of Rising Tide Spirits and trace the real steps from bourbon fan to respected barrel picker and brand builder. We dig into how he sources and blends Old Stubborn and Old Swagger, why his packaging is part of the experience, and what he's learning from rye whiskey as the market shifts. • Ed's early bourbon misfire and the moment Pappy brings him back • Building a whiskey community and learning through shared pours • The liquor store “help a shopper” moment that turns into a job • How private barrel picks create trust and demand • Sourcing as an NDP and why winter barrel samples can mislead • Designing premium packaging that matches premium whiskey • Staying small by choice while releases sell out fast • Rye whiskey education, MGP dill notes, and how age softens them • Barrel aging plans in Kentucky and a teased higher-aged release Remember, we're the Scotchy Bourbon Boys, www.scotchyburbonboys.com for all things scotchy bourbon boys. Remember, you can get t-shirts, Glenn Karen's. Contact me direct for those. Whether you listen to us or you watch us, make sure you leave us good feedback. If You Have Gohsts voice over Whiskey ThiefSupport the showhttps://www.scotchybourbonboys.comThe Scotchy bourbon Boys are #3 in Feedspots Top 60 whiskey podcasts in the world https://podcast.feedspot.com/whiskey_podcasts/
The Blasters & Blades PodcastWhat lies beneath the surface when humanity pushes the boundaries of exploration? In this episode, we sit down with author David Deane Haskell to dive into his captivating science fiction novel, The Solarian Deep. Blending deep-space mystery with high-stakes tension and rich atmospheric detail, Haskell's work takes readers on an unforgettable journey into the dark corners of the watery deep. We'll discuss the inspiration behind his vivid worldbuilding, how he crafts complex characters facing the pressures of the unknown, and his process for keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Whether you are a die-hard sci-fi fan or just love a gripping, claustrophobic mystery, this conversation is one you won't want to miss. This was a fun interview, so go check it out. Lend us your eyes and ears, you won't be sorry!! Join us for a fun show! We're just a couple of nerdy Army veterans geeking out on things that go "abracadabra," "pew," "zoom," "boop-beep" and rhyme with Science Fiction & Fantasy. Co-Hosts: JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)Jana S Brown (Author) (Chief Shenanigator)We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast Today's SponsorFrom the Ashes Anthology by Bayonet Books: https://a.co/d/04JX91Yw The Solarian Deep by David Deane Haskell: https://a.co/d/04mVR6MA Follow David Deane Haskell on social mediaDavid's Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/David-Haskell/author/B00DVBCZ5S David's Website: https://daviddeanehaskell.com/ David's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dave.haskell.4 David's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daviddeanehaskell/ David's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidDeaneHaskell David's Second YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@innerchildjournal David's Substack: https://daviddeanehaskellstories.substack.com/ David's GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/daviddeanehaskell David's Tip Jar: https://buy.stripe.com/14A3cv1QD0SKg3scuQd7q00 Jurassic Park Feathered Raptors in the Kitchen Scene: https://youtu.be/WbCQxBTcyRk?si=fcUmwIGkMpyCKXpc #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #OpalKingdomPress #TheSolarianDeep #DavidDeaneHaskell #starwars #jedi #georgelucas #lucasfilms #startrek #trekkie #firefly #serenity #browncoat #wheeloftime #wot #robertjordan #brandonsanderson #gameofthrones #got #grrm #georgerrmartin #ChroniclesofNarnia #CSLewis #Trex #TyrannosaurusRex #MichaelCreichton #JurassicPark #IsaacAsimov #ClassicSciFi #TheAndromedaStrain #TheLastQuestionbyIsaacAsimov
Journey to the Camargue in southern France, a vast expanse of shimmering wetlands where wild white horses roam freely, pink flamingos gather in the marshes, and nature moves at its own gentle pace. As evening falls across Europe's largest river delta, you'll wander along peaceful trails, listen to the sounds of the wetlands, and discover one of the continent's most remarkable natural landscapes. This guided sleep story begins with gentle relaxation, then carries you on an immersive journey through the Camargue's wild beauty. Blending vivid storytelling with authentic, nature-inspired ambience, it is designed to quiet a busy mind, ease away the day's stresses, and help you drift into deep sleep. For uninterrupted listening and exclusive content, including ad-free guided sleep stories, meditations, mindfulness sessions, and immersive nature soundscapes, download the Your Sleep Guru App on iOS and Android. If you enjoy this recording, please consider supporting the show. Your support helps me continue creating original guided sleep stories, meditations, mindfulness sessions, and immersive nature soundscapes. You can support the podcast with a donation here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/S9D8B33QVSJJU You can also help by following the podcast, leaving a review, and sharing it with someone who could benefit from a better night's sleep.
Ben Brown is a sound practitioner, visual artist, and New York State-licensed massage therapist whose work resides at the intersection of art, healing, and ancestral resonance. Blending vibrational sound, visual expression, and conscious experiences, Ben creates immersive offerings that provide refuge from social-emotional isolation and invite the mind and body into deeper states of presence, spaciousness, and awareness. Guided by the belief that sound art unites inner wisdom and collective memory, Ben crafts listening environments emphasizing the felt sense of vibration and its capacity to recalibrate consciousness and the nervous system. His method explores how frequencies and our senses reconnect us to intuition and the innate wisdom embedded in our bodies. Ben offers individual and group sound meditations and self-care workshops. He currently practices in New York City and the Hudson Valley, NY. Our conversation introduces listeners to Ben and his work. We hear about how his trajectory changed and how he landed in his current fields where he feels most aligned. He opens up about his relationship to the feminine and the masculine, anger and smelling like roses. His upcoming events, including a special Soundbath for Peace at Innisfree Gardens and the seasonal Sound Sanctuary at TEMPO in Kingston, can be found on his website and announced on Instagram. https://www.handandtemple.com/events You can find him here https://www.handandtemple.com/ and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hnd_tmpl/ Like, Subscribe! Watch us on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@dancingwithwaterpodcast Find us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dancingwithwaterpodcast/ Support us at Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dancingwithwater Find archive conversation from I want what SHE has https://iwantwhatshehas.org/ Learn more about Theresa and her offerings at https://www.anahatakingston.com/ Learn more about Jennifer and her offerings at https://www.cosmicmotherlove.com/
A Courageous Identity is a guide for men who want to grow in faith, maturity, and purpose as they walk shoulder to shoulder with others. Blending biblical wisdom, practical teaching, and real-life stories, it equips men to embrace their calling as husbands, fathers, leaders, and friends. Each lesson explores a facet of authentic manhood—unity, diversity, responsibility, service, and legacy—while challenging readers to live with integrity and courage. Designed for small groups yet powerful for individual use, the book offers discussion prompts, prayers, and practical exercises to foster growth. In a culture that often distorts masculinity, this study points men back to God's original design, reminding them that becoming a godly man is not about perfection but about daily progress, brotherhood, and surrender to God's shaping hand. Paul Pettit Done Dr. Paul Pettit Paul Pettit serves as Director of Career Services and teaches in the departments of Spiritual Formation and Leadership and Pastoral Ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary. A speaker, author, and former sportscaster, Pettit is passionate about equipping men to grow spiritually and lead courageously in every area of life. He is the author of several books, including Dynamic Dads, Congratulations, You've Got ‘Tweens, Congratulations, You're Gonna Be a Dad!, and Foundations of Spiritual Formation. A graduate of the University of Kansas and the Moody Bible Institute's Advanced Studies Program, Pettit also earned both a Master of Theology degree and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Dallas Theological Seminary. He lives in Rockwall, Texas, with his wife Pamela and their five children.WebsiteWhitaker House
IDEGO is a Nashville-based artist, rapper, and producer using music as a platform to inspire, uplift, and share his faith with listeners around the world. Blending honest lyricism with modern production, he has embraced Christian hip-hop as a way to create music that reflects both his personal journey and his spiritual convictions. His latest single, "Pray Some," encourages listeners to lean on faith during life's challenges while delivering a message of hope, perseverance, and purpose. Influenced by his upbringing in Nashville and the musical impact of his father, IDEGO has developed a unique creative process that allows him to both produce and perform music that stays true to his vision. In this interview, he discusses the inspiration behind "Pray Some," the story behind his artist name, the challenges of transitioning into Christian hip-hop, how his faith shapes every aspect of his career, and the greater purpose he hopes to fulfill through his music. He also shares what's next, including upcoming collaborations and future releases as he continues building his ministry through music.
•Michelle Lee is a dynamic Gospel artist whose soulful voice and heartfelt worship bring arefreshing presence to modern Christian music. Blending spirit-led vocals with contemporary songwriting, she creates music that uplifts, inspires and draws listeners closer to faith.•Her versatile performance background includes appearances at renowned venues such as Radio City Music Hall, The Appollo Theater and World Café Live at the Queen. She has also performed with notable acts including Lougheed and the Memphis Mafia Bans and The Main Event Band.•Now stepping fully into her own spotlight, Michelle Lee continues to share her faith through powerful, spirit-filled performances that create meaningful connections with audiences. With authenticity, joy and purpose at the center of her artistry, she remains committed to using her gifts to uplift others and shine a light through music.•Her newest release “RIGHT ON TIME” is available on all digital outlets•LET'S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIOSHOW AIRS EVERY SATURDAYWJRG RADIO INTERNET RADIO STATION 12:00 PM EST/ 11:00 AM CST •There is a Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold Facebookpage ( @LetsTalk2GMG ) where all episodes are posted as well. •The Podcast and Radio shows are heard anywhere in the World on the Internet! •ANSONIA'S BOOK RELEASES•"If We Can Do It, You Can Too!"•“Legacy of James C. Chambers And his Contributions to Gospel Music History”•2026 MiPA Award Winning "Molding a Black Princess"Order Information https://www.unsungvoicesbooks.com/asmithgibbs
What do neuroscience, immunology, psychology, and faith have in common? More than you might think.In this episode of Lipstick on Labcoats, we explore the science of discernment; why every healthy system, from a single cell to the human brain, survives by knowing what to let in and what to keep out. We discuss neuroplasticity, the brain's filtering systems, the immune system's role in recognizing threats, and how repeated exposure to unhealthy environments can shape our biology, behavior, and decision-making.This conversation also reflects on personal growth and why setting new boundaries can make some people uncomfortable. As you change your habits and priorities, relationships often change too—not because you've become better than others, but because your internal operating system has been updated.Blending scientific insight with philosophical reflection and a faith perspective, this episode asks an important question: What if awakening isn't just a spiritual experience but a biological and psychological one as well? Join us as we examine how wisdom, discernment, and purpose work together to protect the mind, body, and spirit in a world full of competing influences.
Hi Friends! What if joy isn't something you find—but something you practice? In this episode, I sit down with Jen Gomez to talk about creating more joy, moving through fear and anxiety, letting go of control, and finding meaning beyond achievement. We explore how simple practices can help us shift our internal state, why giving can feel so powerful, and how the difficult chapters of our lives can lead us closer to purpose. This conversation is about letting go of what no longer serves us—not just in our homes, but within ourselves—and creating more space for joy, trust, and who we're becoming. Mindful Declutering Course: https://declutteryourchaos.thrivecart.com/declutter-without-overwhelm/ Email me with COACHING in the subject to make an appointment for free coaching for the podcast. amber@declutteryourchaos.com For more information on Jen Gomez and her joy strategies check her out here: https://www.thejoyfulstrategist.com/ Join Me Live EVERY DAY until August 12th If you're on Instagram, come join my 30 Days to a Decluttered Life series! I'm going live every morning, 9am Pacific, sharing practical mindset shifts and encouragement to help you create more space in your home and your life. Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the founder of Declutter Your Chaos, host of the Declutter Your Chaos podcast, with more than 1.5 million downloads, hundreds of raving reviews, and the creator of the Mindful Method for decluttering. She helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about far more than organizing a house. It's about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that feels like your own.
In this special crossover episode with At The Park STL, the Team of Rivals Podcast presents His Final Decision—a tongue-in-cheek deep dive into Elliott's search for a Premier League club. Framed as a parody of a high-profile recruitment, Elliott walks through his decision-making process—what he looked for, how he evaluated clubs, and why narrowing it down wasn't as simple as it sounds. The rest of the crew, of course, has plenty to say along the way. Beyond the central bit, the episode also explores: A quick MLB check-in, including the Cubs' strong play and the Cardinals' recent slide Soccer transfers, the MLS, and the FIFA World Cup What actually matters when choosing a club to support Blending humor with genuine discussion, the episode builds toward Elliott's final choice — and the immediate reactions that follow.
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Hi Friends! What if joy isn't something you find—but something you practice? In this episode, I sit down with Jen Gomez to talk about creating more joy, moving through fear and anxiety, letting go of control, and finding meaning beyond achievement. We explore how simple practices can help us shift our internal state, why giving can feel so powerful, and how the difficult chapters of our lives can lead us closer to purpose. This conversation is about letting go of what no longer serves us—not just in our homes, but within ourselves—and creating more space for joy, trust, and who we're becoming. Mindful Declutering Course: https://declutteryourchaos.thrivecart.com/declutter-without-overwhelm/ Email me with COACHING in the subject to make an appointment for free coaching for the podcast. amber@declutteryourchaos.com For more information on Jen Gomez and her joy strategies check her out here: https://www.thejoyfulstrategist.com/ Join Me Live EVERY DAY until August 12th If you're on Instagram, come join my 30 Days to a Decluttered Life series! I'm going live every morning, 9am Pacific, sharing practical mindset shifts and encouragement to help you create more space in your home and your life. Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the founder of Declutter Your Chaos, host of the Declutter Your Chaos podcast, with more than 1.5 million downloads, hundreds of raving reviews, and the creator of the Mindful Method for decluttering. She helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about far more than organizing a house. It's about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that feels like your own.
As hybrid aortic surgery continues to advance, the frozen elephant trunk (FET) technique is playing an increasingly important role in treating complex aortic disease. Martin Czerny and Jennifer Chung discuss when to use FET, how to plan the procedure, and the key technical decisions that influence outcomes. Blending practical surgical tips with the latest evidence and guideline recommendations, this episode explores patient selection, operative strategy and the future of aortic arch repair, offering valuable insights for surgeons looking to adopt or refine this evolving technique.
In this episode, host Ken Fong chats with singer, songwriter, and musician Joseph Tseng about his second album, Shanghai: An American Story. Blending a unique take on Americana acoustic music, rich storytelling, and personal reflection, Joseph explores what it means to navigate identity, memory, and home through song. Joseph Tseng is an Asian American singer, songwriter, and musician whose music weaves together cross-cultural influences, Americana acoustic traditions, and intimate storytelling. His second album, Shanghai: An American Story, captures the immigrant journey, memory, and identity through a unique musical lens. www.josephtseng.com
Step inside the newly reimagined Dalmore Distillery with Craig Bridger, Head of Advocacy at The Dalmore, as he sits down with Jake Lewellen to unpack the artistry behind one of Scotland's most iconic single malt Scotch whiskies. After a three-year renovation that doubled production capacity and reinvented the visitor experience, The Dalmore is entering a new era — and this conversation goes deep into what that means for whisky lovers everywhere.We explore the launch of The Dalmore 17-Year-Old in the United States and how it compares to the beloved 15-Year-Old, breaking down tasting notes like toffee, salted caramel, and dried fruit that come from meticulous sherry cask maturation. Craig walks us through the exclusive Gonzalez Baez sherry casks and how different sherry styles — Matusalem, Apostoles, and Amoroso, each leave a distinct fingerprint on the final spirit. We also dig into the role of American oak, the blending process behind The Dalmore's signature flavor profile, and why proof point (42% ABV) matters for flavor nuance.Beyond the glass, we talk whisky tourism — why visiting a distillery in its place of origin changes how you experience the spirit — and the communal, social side of whisky enjoyment that makes every dram better in good company. Whether you're a seasoned single malt collector or just getting into Scotch, this episode is packed with insight into cask selection, rare and limited releases, and the craftsmanship behind every Dalmore bottle.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to The Dalmore's latest innovations and distillery reopening02:02 – The detailed renovation and capacity doubling at Dalmore in Scotland03:19 – The immersive experience of Dalmore's new still house and distillery tour highlights04:49 – The role of community, shared experiences, and ambiance in whisky enjoyment05:50 – Spotlight on The Dalmore 17-Year-Old, sherry cask influence, and tasting notes07:47 – The proof point of The Dalmore 17 and its flavor nuance at 42% ABV10:55 – Cask selection, Gonzalez Baez sherry, and the aging process14:01 – Rich, viscous notes: toffee, salted caramel, and dried fruit15:57 – Comparing The Dalmore 15-Year-Old and 17-Year-Old17:43 – Sherry finish versatility and pairing ideas, from desserts to ice cream18:48 – Palo Cortado and other sherry styles' flavor nuances20:13 – Blending and aging in American oak versus sherry casks23:28 – Limited cask access and craftsmanship behind rare releases like Matusalem and Apostoles27:48 – Deep appreciation and experimental exploration of sherry-influenced whisky30:24 – The rigorous cask selection process and its impact on flavor complexity33:08 – The story behind the 15-Year-Old versus the 17-Year-Old37:40 – Final tasting impressions and the sensory journey through The Dalmore whiskiesLinks:
The Experiential Technology Paradigm: Scaling AI Event Activations and Corporate Asset Design with Sam EitzenIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Sam Eitzen, the CEO and Co-Founder of Snapbar, to examine how physical event engagement models have systematically evolved into high-yield, software-driven brand engines. Sam, a visionary tech founder and experiential marketing strategist, details his company's remarkable multi-year pivot—transitioning from a traditional regional photo booth operator into an international corporate tech provider that leverages artificial intelligence to scale enterprise headshots and immersive brand activations. This conversation delivers an essential strategic playbook for mid-market founders, corporate event marketers, and agency executives who want to eliminate the heavy operational overhead of live productions, capture verified B2B lead data, and deploy flexible AI software across global virtual, hybrid, and in-person experiences.The Architecture of Engagement: Harnessing AI Visual Processing and Modular Software for Enterprise ScaleThe primary constraint holding back traditional event marketing from delivering predictable, trackable return on investment is a reliance on localized, labor-intensive setups that fail to extend brand reach past the physical booth floor. Sam Eitzen explains that when companies restrict their activations to standard physical staging, they accrue high administrative costs while missing valuable opportunities to collect compliant lead data. Real-world scalability is achieved when an enterprise replaces static hardware setups with custom, mobile-first visual software that allows attendees to generate and share branded digital media using personal smartphones, tablets, or QR-code portals. By converting physical event interactions into immediate, shareable digital assets, brands transform single attendees into active distribution channels that naturally amplify corporate messaging across organic social networks.Integrating artificial intelligence into visual event software completely alters the economics of corporate photography and enterprise asset management, particularly for distributed workforce operations. Traditional approaches to securing standardized employee headshots require organizing expensive on-site photography shoots across dozens of regional offices, creating severe logistical friction and inconsistent visual outputs. Utilizing advanced AI processing models allows remote personnel to submit casual smartphone photos from anywhere in the world; the software then automatically upscales the image, applies professional retouching, and standardizes the background to deliver cohesive corporate assets at a fraction of the cost. This same algorithmic capability fuels large-scale marketing campaigns, allowing fans at major international sports or trade events to convert their likenesses into custom, branded avatars that drive high engagement and organic lead generation.Furthermore, sustaining long-term enterprise growth requires leadership to embrace an experimental, mixology-inspired mindset that treats business challenges as fluid processes requiring rapid iteration and deep preparation. Navigating major industry disruptions demands that executive teams pivot boldly into adjacent software opportunities, leveraging core competencies in visual processing and user experience to engineer new revenue streams. By combining modular event technology with consultative discovery workflows, service providers can tailor custom digital platforms to fit the exact technical and compliance goals of enterprise clients and agency partners. When scalable AI visual tools, agile software execution, and strategic lead-capture mechanisms are synthesized under a single operational architecture, an organization eliminates event-planning bottlenecks, maximizes human capital output, and predictably expands its enterprise valuation.About Sam EitzenSam Eitzen is the CEO and Co-Founder of Snapbar, a prominent technology entrepreneur, and a leading expert in AI-driven experiential marketing frameworks. Drawing from years of hands-on experience guiding his company through major industry shifts, Sam specializes in building software platforms that transform how mid-market and enterprise organizations engage audiences. He is a passionate advocate for agile product experimentation, creative corporate problem-solving, and leveraging cutting-edge visual technology to solve complex B2B brand activation challenges.About SnapbarSnapbar is an elite experiential marketing technology company and software provider engineered to deliver high-impact photo, video, and AI-driven engagement solutions for global brands. The company specializes in providing automated professional AI headshot platforms, custom web-based event activations, branded avatar generators, and hybrid event technology playbooks. Through flexible, remote-first software design and tailored consultative services, Snapbar enables corporate event planners, marketing agencies, and enterprise HR teams to remove operational scaling friction and maximize brand engagement.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeSnapbar Official Website: snapbar.comSam Eitzen on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sam-eitzenKey Episode HighlightsThe AI Headshot Scalability Model: How automated image upscaling and background standardization eliminate the logistical overhead of corporate photography for distributed teams.The Mixology Framework for Innovation: Applying structured experimentation, careful preparation, and foundational principles to rapidly pivot business models during market shifts.Mobile-First Experiential Activations: Utilizing QR-code portals and web-based camera platforms to turn physical event attendees into active brand ambassadors.Compliant Lead Capture Integrations: Seamlessly embedding data collection touchpoints inside interactive photo and video experiences to drive post-event sales funnels.The Hybrid Flexibility Advantage: Engineering modular software architectures that deliver equal engagement across live trade show floors and virtual attendee environments.ConclusionThe conversation with Sam Eitzen reinforces that modern experiential marketing is fundamentally a discipline of agile software innovation, automated visual scaling, and strategic audience engagement. By standardizing internal corporate tech governance, embracing AI-driven visual assets, and ruthlessly protecting automated lead-capture pipelines, business leaders can transform a static event presence into a highly structured, self-sustaining corporate growth engine.More from The Thoughtful Entrepreneur
Casting War As Love: Russian Colonialism in Familial Terms (Palgrave Macillan, 2026) by Dr. Galina Bogatova unpacks the hidden imperial logic behind Russia's dominance over its neighbors, revealing how the Kremlin weaponizes "familial system" myths to justify control, including its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. From the Tsarist empire to Putin's digital propaganda, Dr. Bogatova examines how Russia portrays itself as a disciplining “father,” a self-sacrificing “mother,” or an “elder brother” to post-Soviet states, protecting, subjugating, and manipulating them in the name of unity. Blending psychology, discourse analysis, and historical inquiry, this groundbreaking book exposes how language sanitizes oppression, legitimizes conquest, and sustains imperial ambitions. A thought-provoking exploration of power, ideology, and resistance, it offers a fresh perspective on Russia's enduring influence over its former empire. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Casting War As Love: Russian Colonialism in Familial Terms (Palgrave Macillan, 2026) by Dr. Galina Bogatova unpacks the hidden imperial logic behind Russia's dominance over its neighbors, revealing how the Kremlin weaponizes "familial system" myths to justify control, including its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. From the Tsarist empire to Putin's digital propaganda, Dr. Bogatova examines how Russia portrays itself as a disciplining “father,” a self-sacrificing “mother,” or an “elder brother” to post-Soviet states, protecting, subjugating, and manipulating them in the name of unity. Blending psychology, discourse analysis, and historical inquiry, this groundbreaking book exposes how language sanitizes oppression, legitimizes conquest, and sustains imperial ambitions. A thought-provoking exploration of power, ideology, and resistance, it offers a fresh perspective on Russia's enduring influence over its former empire. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies
Casting War As Love: Russian Colonialism in Familial Terms (Palgrave Macillan, 2026) by Dr. Galina Bogatova unpacks the hidden imperial logic behind Russia's dominance over its neighbors, revealing how the Kremlin weaponizes "familial system" myths to justify control, including its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. From the Tsarist empire to Putin's digital propaganda, Dr. Bogatova examines how Russia portrays itself as a disciplining “father,” a self-sacrificing “mother,” or an “elder brother” to post-Soviet states, protecting, subjugating, and manipulating them in the name of unity. Blending psychology, discourse analysis, and historical inquiry, this groundbreaking book exposes how language sanitizes oppression, legitimizes conquest, and sustains imperial ambitions. A thought-provoking exploration of power, ideology, and resistance, it offers a fresh perspective on Russia's enduring influence over its former empire. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science
Casting War As Love: Russian Colonialism in Familial Terms (Palgrave Macillan, 2026) by Dr. Galina Bogatova unpacks the hidden imperial logic behind Russia's dominance over its neighbors, revealing how the Kremlin weaponizes "familial system" myths to justify control, including its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. From the Tsarist empire to Putin's digital propaganda, Dr. Bogatova examines how Russia portrays itself as a disciplining “father,” a self-sacrificing “mother,” or an “elder brother” to post-Soviet states, protecting, subjugating, and manipulating them in the name of unity. Blending psychology, discourse analysis, and historical inquiry, this groundbreaking book exposes how language sanitizes oppression, legitimizes conquest, and sustains imperial ambitions. A thought-provoking exploration of power, ideology, and resistance, it offers a fresh perspective on Russia's enduring influence over its former empire. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/central-asian-studies
Dan and Don have RETURNED for episode 272 of Reel Therapy to break down the HIT Apple TV show, "Widow's Bay". With 19 Emmy nominations under its belt, the Reel Therapy crew talk about each episode in its freshman season, what works -- and what REALLY worked. Click that button NOW to watch/listen to our thoughts and don't forget to share YOUR comments and opinions below.TABLE OF CONTENTS --00:00:00 - About the Episode00:00:35 - Greetings00:02:15 - Widow's Bay - Season 1 Overview00:48:25 - Before We GoABOUT THE SHOW -- Widow's BayWidow's Bay is a horror-comedy set in a secluded New England island town where superstition is as much a part of daily life as the crashing waves. When the town's skeptical mayor sets out to transform the struggling community into a thriving tourist destination, long-dormant legends begin to awaken, forcing him to confront the possibility that the island's infamous curse is all too real. Blending eerie supernatural mystery with sharp humor and quirky characters, the series explores what happens when ambition collides with the unknown.FIND US --For everything Reel Therapy and 241 Studios, check out our website:LINK: https://www.241studios.com/Follow us on:Instagram: @reeltherapy_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/reeltherapypod
Casting War As Love: Russian Colonialism in Familial Terms (Palgrave Macillan, 2026) by Dr. Galina Bogatova unpacks the hidden imperial logic behind Russia's dominance over its neighbors, revealing how the Kremlin weaponizes "familial system" myths to justify control, including its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. From the Tsarist empire to Putin's digital propaganda, Dr. Bogatova examines how Russia portrays itself as a disciplining “father,” a self-sacrificing “mother,” or an “elder brother” to post-Soviet states, protecting, subjugating, and manipulating them in the name of unity. Blending psychology, discourse analysis, and historical inquiry, this groundbreaking book exposes how language sanitizes oppression, legitimizes conquest, and sustains imperial ambitions. A thought-provoking exploration of power, ideology, and resistance, it offers a fresh perspective on Russia's enduring influence over its former empire. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/russian-studies
Casting War As Love: Russian Colonialism in Familial Terms (Palgrave Macillan, 2026) by Dr. Galina Bogatova unpacks the hidden imperial logic behind Russia's dominance over its neighbors, revealing how the Kremlin weaponizes "familial system" myths to justify control, including its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. From the Tsarist empire to Putin's digital propaganda, Dr. Bogatova examines how Russia portrays itself as a disciplining “father,” a self-sacrificing “mother,” or an “elder brother” to post-Soviet states, protecting, subjugating, and manipulating them in the name of unity. Blending psychology, discourse analysis, and historical inquiry, this groundbreaking book exposes how language sanitizes oppression, legitimizes conquest, and sustains imperial ambitions. A thought-provoking exploration of power, ideology, and resistance, it offers a fresh perspective on Russia's enduring influence over its former empire. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology
Position Your Nonfiction Book for Bestseller Success with Wiebke TaschAnika sat down with Wiebke Tasch to explore a hard truth in the publishing world: most nonfiction books fail not because the writing is bad, but because the positioning was wrong before the first word was ever written. Wiebke shares her journey from feeling stuck in a German PR agency to accidentally writing an Amazon bestseller about heartbreak, and how that success led her to found Digital Authors. The conversation reveals why a book is not just a vanity project, how data should dictate your book's direction, and why the "AI hype train" might be the worst thing to happen to your legacy.In This EpisodeHow a personal crisis and a lack of available therapy led to Wiebke's first bestselling bookThe difference between a vanity project and a strategic credibility builderWhy "guessing" your book's niche is a recipe for failure—and how to use data insteadThe cultural divide: Why European authors feel they must be an authority first, while US authors use a book to become oneRepositioning a business coach: How pivoting from "digital nomad" to "building a business" resulted in 9x more pre-salesThe "personal story formula": Why frameworks alone are boring and how to keep readers engagedThe role of AI in publishing: Why ChatGPT makes for terrible books but a great proofreaderA surprising market trend: Why the flood of AI books has created a unique opportunity for genuine human authors right nowThe psychological mirror of writing: How becoming an author forces you to confront your fear of visibilityThe "5-Day Amazon Window" and the secret to getting the algorithm to market your book for youCrafting a 3-month launch strategy and why Sunday afternoon is the worst time to hit "publish"Timestamps00:00 Introduction: Why do most nonfiction books fail to find an audience?01:24 From Berlin PR to digital nomad: The origin of Digital Authors 03:10 Writing Why Can't You Love Me? and accidentally hitting a bestseller niche 05:38 Learning from failure: Why the second and third books flopped 07:27 Market analysis: Using data to find demand before you outline the book 11:38 Europe vs. US publishing culture: "Who are you to write?" vs. "Write to become." 14:27 Case Study: Repositioning a "digital nomad" book to 9x the pre-sales 17:34 The writing process: Blending personal storytelling with actionable frameworks 23:28 The truth about AI in publishing: Use it to proofread, not to write your legacy 27:55 The personality development of writing: Overcoming the fear of being seen 32:01 The 5-Day Amazon Window: How to trigger the algorithm to push your book 36:31 A 3-month book launch strategy: Pre-sales, webinars, and launch parties 39:50 Positioning differences between established experts and brand-new authors 45:54 A special 25% discount offer for authors under 40 49:33 Favorite mantra: Trusting your own intuition above all elseKey Insights & TakeawaysInsight 1: Positioning Precedes Writing Most authors write what they want to say without checking if anyone is actually searching for it. By running a data-driven market analysis first, you can identify high-demand, low-competition niches, ensuring your book has a built-in audience before you even outline the first chapter.Insight 2: Frameworks Are Boring; Stories Stick If your book is just a step-by-step guide, it should have been a PDF. To keep readers engaged in an era of scrolling and short attention spans, authors must blend their conceptual frameworks with deeply personal stories and actionable exercises. Readers need to see themselves in your journey.Insight 3: The 5-Day Amazon Algorithm Window Publishing your book quietly and starting marketing two months later is a death sentence for sales. Amazon gives new releases a 5-day window. If you can drive massive traffic and conversions during those first five days, the algorithm will pick up the book and essentially take over the marketing for you long-term.Insight 4: AI is for Polishing, Not Creating While the market was briefly flooded with ChatGPT-authored books, readers are rejecting the generic, soulless writing. A book is a timeless authority tool meant to last for decades. Use AI for final grammar checks or structuring thoughts, but the core ideas and the voice must remain deeply human.Insight 5: Writing a Book is an Act of Personal Transformation Writing a book forces authors—especially women—to confront their imposter syndrome and fear of visibility. The process of claiming your expertise on the page ultimately translates to how you show up in your business, handle speaking engagements, and price your services.Resources & Links MentionedDigital Authors (Wiebke's Agency)About Wiebke TaschWiebke Tasch is the founder of Digital Authors and a publishing strategist who helps entrepreneurs and thought leaders turn their expertise into books that build authority and attract opportunity. Originally from Germany with a background in journalism and PR, Wiebke walked the hard path of publishing—first writing an accidental bestseller, followed by books that flopped. These experiences taught her the crucial importance of data-driven market positioning. Today, she helps authors identify demand, outline their frameworks, and execute high-impact book launches that leverage the Amazon algorithm.Connect with WiebkeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiebke-tasch-%F0%9F%93%9A-43731b164/?locale=enDigital Authors Website: www.digital-authors.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dillon Ness is back on the show, and dude, this one's a good one. If you haven't heard our last conversation, go find it — I've always considered Dillon one of the best open country elk killers I know. But what people don't realize is the guy crushes it in the mountains just as hard. Well-rounded doesn't even cover it. In this episode, Dillon walks me through the full story of last year's mountain bull — a hunt that started with him throwing a dart at a map, glassing bulls pouring off the alfalfa at first light, getting boogered by other hunters, losing the herd, and eventually catching them in the dark on their last drink of water before bed. It's one of the best hunt breakdowns we've recorded, emotional gut-punch ending and all. From there we get into the nuts and bolts — how to actually dog a herd in the dark without blowing them up, why satellite bulls are your best friend, what 20 failed days of hunting really look like (because that's 90% of the season, not the highlight reel), midday strategy for guys who don't have 27 days to burn, and the biggest lesson 301-level hunting has taught both of us: elk are never random, and neither should your strategy be. We also get into a mindset shift that I think is worth the price of admission alone — using onX the wrong way is probably costing you elk without you even knowing it. Grab your coffee, settle in, this one's just shy of an hour and fifteen, and it's packed. This Episode's Sponsors
In 1957, a terrified 17-year-old girl lay on a Harlem kitchen table undergoing an illegal, backstreet abortion. Nearly dying from complications, she was rushed to a hospital ward where nurses badgered her and demanded to know what she had done. That teenager was Frances M. Beal.Long before she would write the seminal 1969 manifesto "Double Jeopardy: To Be Black and Female" or co-found the Third World Women's Alliance, Beal was navigating the violent realities of being young, Black and female in America. In this episode of Berkeley Talks, Ula Taylor, a UC Berkeley professor and chair of African American studies, presents her latest book project, which reconstructs Beal's political radicalization brick by brick. Blending first- and third-person narrative, Taylor explores how Beal's life — from the pressures and policing of her early years to unappreciated domestic labor and single motherhood — helped shape her pioneering work in social justice feminism.“Black feminism for Fran was not a politic that came from one experience or one moment in her life,” Taylor says. “It was a culmination of the brick of girlhood frustrations, the brick of early adolescent battles, the brick of teenage gendered expectation, the brick of abortions, the brick of sexual pleasure, the brick of housework and the brick of single motherhood. All and so many other theoretical and practical life bricks informed the construction of her Black feminist house grounded in social justice feminism.” Taylor's lecture, which took place on Feb. 19, was hosted by Berkeley's Social Science Matrix and co-sponsored by the Department of Gender and Women's Studies and the Department of African American Studies.Watch the lecture, listen to the episode and read the transcript on UC Berkeley News (news.berkeley.edu/podcasts/berkeley-talks).Music by by HoliznaCC0.Photo by Howard Petrick/The Militant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Studio Schickedanz founder is inducted into the Convo By Design Icon Registry, showcasing three decades of sustainable innovation, material intelligence, and integrated architectural practice. This episode celebrates the installation of Mary Ann Schickedanz, founder of Carmel-based Studio Schickedanz, into the Convo By Design Icon Registry. Bringing a foundational Austrian perspective where buildings are crafted to endure for generations, Schickedanz has spent over thirty years pioneering sustainable architecture across the American West. The conversation highlights her holistic approach to environmental integration—combining high-performance building science with deep material intelligence to combat regional ecological pressures like drought and wildfire risks. The episode also revisits a poignant 2019 archival interview from the La Cienega Design Quarter (LCDQ) Legends event, where she discusses her creative process, storytelling, and the influence of Austrian modernist pioneer Josef Hoffmann on her multidisciplinary practice. The Icon Registry Induction: Recognized for achieving the highest tier of performance and intentionality in the design industry, proudly presented by Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Material Intelligence & Eco-Integration: Schickedanz’s work prioritizes site-specific architecture, featuring native rooftop flora, local granite, and earth-toned integral plaster that allow structures to坐 sit seamlessly within their ecologies, achieving LEED certification and net-zero status. Modular Construction & Innovation: Her multi-family compound at the Santa Lucia Preserve demonstrates how high-end factory fabrication can deliver sustainable, all-electric, manufactured housing assembled on-site in just seven hours to minimize environmental disruption. The Integrated Studio Model: A key differentiator where architects, interior designers, and horticulturalists collaborate from project inception to ensure a fluid connection between the structural shell and the natural landscape. Honoring Heritage at LCDQ: The episode reflects on her 2019 window vignette at Mansur Carpets during the La Cienega Design Quarter Legends event, channeling the comprehensive maker-designer philosophy of Josef Hoffmann alongside collaborations with Shirley Robinson Wallpaper and furniture from Design Within Reach. Designing for Generations: The Material Intelligence of Mary Ann Schickedanz The contemporary architecture landscape frequently wrestles with the concept of “intentionality,” yet Mary Ann Schickedanz has quietly spent the last thirty years operationalizing it. Inducted into the Convo By Design Icon Registry, the Austrian-native and founder of Studio Schickedanz has permanently altered how the American West approaches luxury residential design by rejecting “disposable architecture” in favor of ancestral longevity. Schickedanz's design philosophy bridges a European reverence for multi-generational structural permanence with the acute ecological demands of California's topography. Rather than treating sustainability as a surface-level checklist, her methodology relies on deep material intelligence and total environmental integration. From pioneering the first LEED-certified projects in Big Sur and Carmel-by-the-Sea to engineering net-zero contemporary estates, her structures are designed to function as living, breathing extensions of their native ecosystems. This is achieved primarily through her firm's integrated studio model. By seating architects, interior specialists, and regional horticulturalists at the same table from day one, she eliminates the traditional fragmentation of design. Structural concrete, local granite, and native exposed-root rooftop flora are specified in tandem, maximizing thermal efficiency and wildfire resiliency while anchoring buildings seamlessly into rolling topography. Her forward-thinking mindset extends equally to modern building science and historic preservation. Whether rewriting the narrative around modular housing by assembling a luxury, all-electric compound at the Santa Lucia Preserve in a single day, or meticulously updating the performance of a 1948 Henry Hill midcentury landmark, Schickedanz proves that high design and strict environmental metrics are not mutually exclusive. Ultimately, her work champions a vital shift in the industry: shifting away from an architectural “etch-a-sketch” mentality and moving toward purposeful, permanent spaces built right the first time.
Better sleep isn't just about getting more rest, it's about unlocking a healthier body, a clearer mind, and a deeper connection to your higher self. Eric Bigger and Stanford-trained sleep medicine physician Dr. Feby Maria Puravath Manikat explore how sleep can elevate your consciousness, boost your health, and help you show up as your highest self every day.About Dr. Feby Maria Puravath ManikatDr. Feby Maria Puravath Manikat is a Stanford-trained sleep medicine physician specializing in sleep health, longevity, and integrative medicine. She also trained at Cornell University in nutritional sciences and Harvard Medical School in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Blending science with holistic practices, she helps high-performing professionals optimize their sleep to improve health, energy, performance, and overall well-being. Dr. Feby also lectures Stanford's "Sleep and Dreams" course and serves as Sleep Director at Apple's AC Wellness, guiding Apple employees toward better rest, recovery, and peak performance.Website: https://www.febymariamd.com/aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/febypuravath/Check out Miracle Season's collection: https://itsmiracleseason.co/collections/frontpageWork with me: https://www.ericbigger.com/workwithme?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=work_with_m...Connect with Simplified Impact: https://hubs.ly/Q02vvMJ90
Stop trying to appeal to everyone. The most magnetic brands aren't built by being liked by everyone—they're built by standing for something. In this episode, Karen Yankovich shares why your strongest business asset isn't a clever pitch or a polished LinkedIn profile. It's your conviction. Through the story of a client who finally landed a speaking opportunity after changing one thing—and Karen's own experience turning down a five-figure opportunity that didn't align with her values—you'll learn why speaking up is the fastest path to attracting the right opportunities. In this episode, you'll learn: Why being "palatable" is hurting your visibility The difference between vanity visibility and authentic visibility How to uncover the belief that makes your brand magnetic Why your LinkedIn message needs to be consistent everywhere A simple three-step exercise to clarify your positioning When you stop trying to be for everyone, you become unforgettable to the people who matter most. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to Good Girls Get Rich, leave a review, and share it with another woman entrepreneur who's ready to become more visible. Magical Quotes From The Episode: "Stages don't book topics. They book the woman with the message only she can deliver." "Your people can't find you at half volume." "A magnet that doesn't repel anything doesn't attract anything either." Help Us Spread The Word! It would be awesome if you shared the Good Girls Get Rich Podcast with your fellow entrepreneurs on Twitter. Click here to tweet some love! If this episode has taught you just one thing, I would love if you could head on over to Apple Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW! And if you're moved to, kindly leave us a rating and review. Maybe you'll get a shout out on the show! Ways to Subscribe to Good Girls Get Rich: Click here to subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click here to subscribe via PlayerFM Good Girls Get Rich is also on Spotify Take a listen on Podcast Addict
After nearly four years of sharing weekly episodes of Your Heart Magic, Dr. BethAnne is taking a sabbatical from the podcast.In this heartfelt episode, she reflects on the courage it takes to listen when the soul asks us to pause, create more space, and release what has lovingly carried us through one season so something new can begin to emerge. She shares passages from Small Pearls Big Wisdom, thoughts on creativity and change, and the importance of resisting the urge to define what comes next before we are ready.This is not an episode filled with final answers, but an invitation to trust the invisible pull of the heart, honor the bittersweet nature of transition, and remember that every ending holds the soil of a new beginning.Thank you for listening, for sharing this journey, and for being part of Your Heart Magic. Until we meet again: be well, be love, be you, and be magic.--Dr. BethAnne Kapansky Wright is a Licensed Psychologist, Spiritual Educator, and Akashic Records Reader. She is the author of Small Pearls Big Wisdom, the award-winning Lamentations of the Sea, its sequels, and several books of poetry. Blending clinical expertise with intuitive insight, she offers a holistic approach to healing that honors both the mind and the soul.FIND DR. BETHANNE ONLINE:BOOKS- www.bethannekw.com/booksFACEBOOK - www.facebook.com/drbethannekwINSTAGRAM - www.instagram.com/dr.bethannekwWEBSITE - www.bethannekw.comCONTACT FORM - www.bethannekw.com/contact
British poet Lucas Jones has become an international literary sensation by pairing deeply personal poetry with the reach of social media, earning millions of readers drawn to his candid reflections on modern life.His new collection, 'I Still Believe in Miracles,' is an instant bestseller that explores masculinity, love, grief, hope, and the search for connection in an often-fractured world. Blending vulnerability with resilience, Jones writes about heartbreak and healing with remarkable emotional clarity.A London-based actor, writer, and poet, he has emerged as one of a new generation of voices bringing contemporary poetry to an expansive, devoted audience.
In this episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B is joined by Jason “Jah” Lee—with A-King and Jayson Rodriguez out this week—and special guest Antoinette, co-host of Around the Way Curls and Can't Afford Therapy, for a conversation spanning film, music, politics, pop culture, climate, and current events. The episode kicks off with a preview of the week's biggest topics [ 00:44 ], before Antoinette joins the crew to share stories from her Atlanta visit and the group's weekend adventures [ 02:57 ]. Their chemistry shines through while joking about Type A personalities, travel planning, and vacation dynamics [ 04:36 ], before diving into a full recap of J. Cole's The Fall Off Tour [ 08:47 ]. The hosts recount an unforgettable onstage fan interaction gone wrong [ 11:21 ], followed by Mandii's backstage experience, including a memorable selfie with J. Cole and reflections on the Dreamville atmosphere [ 14:49 ][ 21:12 ]. The conversation then shifts from music to cinema as the crew shares their reactions to a late-night 70mm screening of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey [ 21:40 ]. They debate the value of going into blockbuster films without watching trailers [ 22:02 ], vent about disruptive moviegoers and theater etiquette [ 23:11 ], and praise Nolan's commitment to practical effects over CGI [ 24:05 ]. The discussion explores the technical artistry behind 70mm filmmaking [ 25:04 ], the importance of understanding Greek mythology before experiencing the film [ 26:14 ], and their differing opinions on the movie's storytelling, sound mixing, emotional impact, and place within Nolan's celebrated filmography [ 27:46 ][ 32:16 ]. The hosts even give the ancient epic a humorous modern reinterpretation while debating some of its most unforgettable moments [ 35:29 ][ 39:46 ], before sharing their final emotional takeaways [ 41:17 ]. In this week's "Double Down or Take It Back," Antoinette responds to criticism over attending Jay-Z concerts while participating in the Target boycott, opening a thoughtful discussion about capitalism, consumer activism, organizing, and the realities of ethical spending [ 43:04 ]. The conversation explores whether Jay-Z should be viewed primarily as a cultural icon or a capitalist [ 44:52 ], examines the relationship between wealth, freedom, and influence [ 46:42 ], and questions the effectiveness and limitations of modern boycotts as tools for meaningful social change [ 50:30 ]. The debate expands to include the controversy surrounding Toast on Lenox and other businesses navigating consumer activism [ 55:56 ]. The latter portion of the episode turns toward pressing public issues, beginning with reports of a foodborne parasite outbreak linked to contaminated produce [ 01:01:17 ]. The hosts examine concerns surrounding Taylor Farms, reductions in federal food safety oversight, and the role of government regulation [ 01:04:46 ], while breaking down how lobbying influences public policy [ 01:08:13 ]. The discussion broadens into conversations about extreme weather, natural disasters, climate change, and society's dependence on convenience culture [ 01:10:57 ][01:14:27 ]. Closing out the episode, the crew reacts to the WNBA controversy involving Angel Reese and Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello, unpacking the comments that referred to Reese as a "protected species" and examining the broader conversations around race, gender, media narratives, and physicality in women's basketball [ 01:16:01 ][01:17:17 ][ 01:17:57 ][ 01:18:42 ][ 01:19:25 ]. They also discuss Vic Mensa's commentary on how society treats women in hip-hop, exploring respectability politics, dating safety, and the cultural standards placed on women [01:20:49 ][ 01:25:46 ][ 01:28:07 ]. After a few signature tangents touching on Boosie and DJ Vlad's rhetoric, the FIFA Finals, and an upcoming conversation surrounding Diddy [ 01:31:48 ][ 01:34:17 ][ 01:35:19 ], the episode concludes with reflections on domestic violence, self-defense, and accountability [ 01:36:59 ], before wrapping with final thoughts and credits [ 01:42:33 ]. Blending humor, cultural analysis, and nuanced debate, this episode delivers another thought-provoking conversation on the stories shaping entertainment, politics, and everyday life. No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Sale Link Follow the host on Social MediaMandii B Instagram/X @fullcourtpumps Follow the crew on Social Media @itsaking @jaysonrodriguez @mrhiphopobama @antoinettewashere Follow the show on Social MediaInstagram @selectiveignorancepodTiktok @selective.ignoranceX/Twitter @selectiveig_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What if one of history's oldest and most mysterious secrets has been hiding in plain sight?Footprints of the Gods explores the fascinating and controversial phenomenon of polydactylism—the presence of extra fingers or toes—and its mysterious connection to ancient civilizations, myths, and human origins. Across cultures and centuries, references to extra digits appear in Sumerian texts, biblical accounts, folklore, and indigenous traditions, often linked to giants, gods, and the earliest humans.Authors Jim Vieira and Greg Maestro take readers on a compelling investigative journey, uncovering evidence from ancient artifacts, rock art, and historical narratives that challenge conventional views of our past. With meticulous research and a fresh perspective, they reveal patterns that suggest this unusual genetic trait may hold deeper significance than previously believed.Blending archaeology, history, and alternative research, this thought-provoking book invites readers to question long-held assumptions and reconsider humanity's origins. Whether you're fascinated by ancient mysteries, hidden history, or unexplained phenomena, Footprints of the Gods offers a captivating and eye-opening exploration that will leave you thinking long after the final page.JIM VIEIRA is a stonemason, researcher and writer. As well as exploring and writing about the stone sites of New England, he has written for Ancient American magazine, The Heretic (UK) and local newspapers. In 2012 he created the online blog The Daily Giant that showcased a giant report every day for nearly two years. He controversially had his TEDx talk removed from the internet (much like Graham Hancock and Rupert Sheldrake). He is star of the History Channel TV shows Search for the Lost Giants (2014) and Roanoke: Search for the Lost Colony (2015) with his brother Bill. He lives in Ashfield, Massachusetts. www.jimvieira.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.