Podcasts about Blevins

Theo Rossi, Aaron Harvey, and Ronnie Gene Blevins are the creative team behind Come With Me, a dark, character-driven thriller about a seemingly ordinary man whose life begins to unravel through isolation, grief, fear, and the steady influence of the media he consumes. Written and directed by Harvey and starring Rossi and Blevins alongside Ron Perlman, the film draws from the tradition of intimate character portraits like Taxi Driver, examining how an otherwise functional person can gradually become susceptible to destructive ideas.In this episode, Theo, Aaron, and Ronnie discuss building Simon's transformation one small moment at a time, resisting the temptation to tell audiences what to think, and using performance, pacing, real locations, and practical filmmaking to keep the movie grounded. They also dig into the value of character actors, the dangers of isolation and algorithmic echo chambers, and why movies should challenge audiences rather than simply give them another quick hit of entertainment.On today's episode of The Nick Taylor Horror Show, here, without further ado, are Theo Rossi, Aaron Harvey, and Ronnie Gene Blevins.Show NotesMovies MentionedCome With MeTaxi DriverCool Hand LukeThe NeighborFirst ReformedJokerFalling DownHeatThe ThingFollow Theo Rossi at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theorossi/IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0744331/X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheorossiFollow Aaron Harvey at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmharvs__/IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1980747/X (Twitter): https://x.com/aaronharvFollow Ronnie Gene Blevins at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronniegeneblevinsIMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1237235/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronnieblevinsofficial/X (Twitter): https://x.com/Ronniegblevins

Kelsie Blevins was raised by addicts, moved out at 16, hit rock bottom after a DWI, and eventually told Jesus, “I'm done.” What happened next transformed her faith, identity, and future. Today, Kelsie is a successful real estate agent who sold more than $50 million in real estate during her first two years. But this conversation is not simply about business success. It is about surrendering to Jesus, breaking generational cycles, keeping promises to yourself, and becoming unrecognizable from the person your past said you would be.You'll also hear:• What it was like growing up with two addicted parents• Why returning to her dad's basement reopened old wounds• The night she received a DWI and believed her life was over• How consistency created evidence that changed her identity• Why Kelsie refuses to separate her faith from her business• The surprising client who told her, “You made me want to open my Bible again”• How she handled an unusual request from an OnlyFans coupleIf this conversation encourages you, share it with someone who needs proof that their past does not get the final word. Subscribe to I Like Birds for more honest conversations about Jesus, purpose, healing, and transformation.Follow Kelsie Blevins on Instagram Work with Zach on a Speech: https://www.rippeywrites.com/contactBook Zach Rippey to Speak or Perform Comedy here: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/comedybooking

Your Employee Did Their Research. It Was for the Wrong Industry. An employee walks in with AI research, fully confident they're owed back wages and penalties for missed 10-minute rest breaks. The research wasn't made up. It was valid information for a different industry, and it didn't apply to their employer. Xenium HR Director of HR Services, Nicole Blevins, is back to walk through what happened next. Her team didn't argue. They listened, asked where the information came from, checked it with Xenium's compliance team and a legal partner, then went back to the employee with what actually applied and a plan to make sure the breaks were happening. Brandon and Nicole also get into why this is showing up more often, from employees and managers alike, and why a leading question gets you the answer you were hoping for. Brandon admits his own worry about trusting these tools too much, and Nicole shares how to correct someone without turning it into a debate about who's right. If you lead people, assume your team is using AI. This conversation gives you a steady way to respond when their research lands on your desk. About our guest Nicole Blevins is the Director of HR Services at Xenium HR, where she works directly with client businesses and their leaders. She has more than 10 years of experience in HR and is a familiar voice on Transform Your Workplace. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 02:30 Why Brandon wonders if he's trusting AI too much 03:05 How employees are showing up with AI answers they trust completely 03:40 The missed rest break claim and the demand for back wages 05:15 Why the research was valid but for the wrong industry 06:05 How missing context changes the answer AI gives you 07:30 Why Nicole got curious instead of correcting the employee 09:35 How to tell someone their research doesn't apply 11:05 Does HR end up looking like it's on the employer's side 13:25 Why this is coming up more with employees and managers 15:05 Why free AI tools give you weaker answers 16:15 How a leading question gets you the answer you wanted 16:50 What managers should do when AI research lands on their desk 18:10 Why access to information isn't the same as understanding it A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR Host: Brandon Laws In Brandon's own words: "The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders." About Xenium HR Xenium HR is on a mission to transform workplaces by providing expert outsourced HR and payroll services for small and medium-sized businesses. With a people-first approach, Xenium helps organizations create thriving work environments where employees feel valued and supported. From navigating compliance to enhancing workplace culture, Xenium offers tailored solutions that empower growth and simplify HR. Whether managing employee relations, payroll processing, or implementing impactful training programs, Xenium is the trusted partner businesses rely on to elevate their workplace experience. Discover how Xenium can transform your workplace: Learn more Connect with Nicole Blevins: LinkedIn Connect with Brandon Laws: LinkedIn Instagram About Connect with Xenium HR: Website LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

God is good, patient, slow to anger, and abounding in love.

Episode 260In this episode, Wiley Blevins shares practical strategies for differentiating phonics instruction in both whole group and small group settings. We explore high impact routines, effective use of decodable texts, and how to meet diverse student needs efficiently.Wiley walks us through how to design routines that are expansive enough to serve everyone in whole group, while using small group for the high-intensity, targeted practice that takes kids further faster. Differentiation does not have to happen only in small group. It can live right inside the phonics routines you are already using every day. ResourcesDifferentiating Phonics Instruction for Maximum Impact by Wiley Blevins Looking for more literacy support and resources? Explore all of our podcast episodes, free listening guides, and classroom tools at literacypodcast.com.Interested in bringing Melissa & Lori Love Literacy to your school or event? Email us at literacypodcast@greatminds.org.

Alle wissen, was Emotionen sind! Wirklich? Sind sie in unserem Körper oder unserem Kopf? Sind sie in uns angelegt oder sind sie Interpretationssache? Eine Folge Achtsam nur über Ursprung und Rolle von Gefühlen. **********An dieser Stelle findet ihr die Übung:37:58 - Geleitete Meditation, in der wir unsere Emotionen betrachten können**********Quellen aus der Folge:Goldin, P. R., & Gross, J. J. (2010). Effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) on emotion regulation in social anxiety disorder. Emotion, 10(1), 83. Tsai, J. L., Chen, D. S., Yang, A. M., Cachia, J. Y., Blevins, E., Ko, M., ... & Zhou, X. (2025). A meta-analytic review of cultural variation in affect valuation. Psychological Bulletin, 151(12), 1486. Quoidbach, J., Gruber, J., Mikolajczak, M., Kogan, A., Kotsou, I., & Norton, M. I. (2014). Emodiversity and the emotional ecosystem. Journal of experimental psychology: General, 143(6), 2057. Williams, M. & Penman, D. (2023). Das neue Achtsamkeitstraining. Die Botschaften von Gefühlen erkennen und entschärfen. Arkana. Barrett, L. F. (2023). Wie Gefühle entstehen: Eine neue Sicht auf unsere Emotionen| Mit einem Vorwort von Leon Windscheid. Rowohlt Verlag GmbH. **********Hörtipp:Hier geht's zu unserem Podcast "Facts und Feelings" - Wir gehen euren Gefühlen auf den Grund:**********Mehr zum Thema bei Deutschlandfunk Nova:Emotionen im Wandel: So haben sich Gefühle im Laufe der Geschichte verändertEmotionen: Gefühle lenken, statt sich von ihnen lenken zu lassenGefühle auf dem Prüfstand: Wenn Emotionen politisch werden**********Den Artikel zum Stück findet ihr hier.**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .**********Ihr habt Anregungen, Ideen, Themenwünsche? Dann schreibt uns gern unter achtsam@deutschlandfunknova.de

Mary welcomes back Dr. Brady Blevins of Watchman Fellowship to talk about the more diverse and interesting ways our culture and the church are being transformed. Burning Man, which starts this weekend, is the most visible example of what are called “Transformational Festivals”. What are they transforming? Themselves? The culture at large? Attendees seem to think they are practicing the future, a future of pagan, New Age, cosmic consciousness – a utopia of inclusiveness, earth worship, and paganism – in which adherents look within and find a god. Not THE God, of course, Who is outside of His creation. We talk about all those things they say and believe that we understand will of course lead to massive deception and delusion. Then we discuss another kind of transformation – in our cities and towns – the encroachment of radical Islam. What is Sharia Law? Is it codified or something much more insidious and dangerous? A full hour with the senior apologist at Watchman Fellowship.       Stand Up For The Truth Videos: https://rumble.com/user/CTRNOnline & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgQQSvKiMcglId7oGc5c46A

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is proud to offer adaptive equipment at several state parks to help more people and their families enjoy the outdoors. In this episode of the podcast, Digital Media Specialist Forrest Czarnecki returns as a guest host to bring listeners into the field to learn more about how CPW strives to offer recreational and sporting opportunities for children and adults of all ability levels.For the Blevins family, visiting Ridgway State Park wasn't just any old summer vacation. For the family of five from South Carolina, visiting the park was going to be a once-in-a-lifetime trip facilitated by Make-A-Wish chapters in Colorado and South Carolina. As soon as CPW learned of this visit, state park staff developed a plan to make it an unforgettable experience for the Blevins family.Fred, Rebecca, Miller and Bo Blevins were incredibly gracious in allowing us to tag along and document the experience for Bo, their 12-year-old son living with a CASK gene mutation.Led by Ridgway State Park Park Naturalist Shelby Martinez, Bo and his family enjoyed an action-packed two days at the park. After starting with a big hike, with Bo riding a Trackchair, the first day ended with an afternoon of fishing at one of the park's two smaller stocked ponds below the reservoir. We even helped Bo's sister, Miller, land her first few rainbow trout.Day 2 took the family on a morning paddleboard adventure around the marina and swim beach. Loaded onto an oversized wheel-chair compatible paddleboard, Fred expertly paddled the entire family and Shelby around Mears Bay. All the while, Bo lit up and danced as he felt the breeze blow through his hair and the gentle rocking of the paddleboard.The family's trip ended with a tour of the reservoir on a state park ranger's boat. While the family enjoyed the last bit of their vacation at the park, we caught up with Park Manager John Freeborn, who knows firsthand about the healing power of nature following his lengthy recovery from a major car accident. We also chat more with Martinez and learn about her personal connection to working with families with special needs.Through it all, we learn how Colorado is at the forefront of providing adaptive equipment to help individuals and families in need of assistance, both at our state parks and beyond. This is an episode you won't want to miss.For more information on how CPW provides options to state park visitors with disabilities, check out the CPW website. Follow Bo and his adventures on Instagram.Podcast hosted by Regional Public Information Officers John Livingston and Kara Van Hoose. Podcast edited by Meghan Lopez. Art19 is the host platform, and people can also find the podcast online at https://art19.com/shows/colorado-outdoors

{Listen Again} Today we get to hear from my favorite phonics expert, Wiley Blevins. He's the author of many practical books about teaching phonics, and today we talk ALL things phonics - from decodable books and syllable types to sound walls and differentiating phonics lessons. This episode originally aired on April 10, 2023. Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here!BlogInstagramFacebookTwitter (X)

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Of course, a group of teachers is going to enjoy a movie called Eraser! Arnold's in charge of protecting those in high-stakes witness protection. But when a witness's life is in danger because she holds the secrets of a new high-tech weapon, Arnold starts deleting bad guys. Join us as we erase all doubts about the maximum absurdity/destruction of this 90s action blockbuster. 

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Send us Fan MailDomestic violence can be happening right next to us while looking completely “normal” from the outside, and that's one reason it's so hard to spot and even harder to talk about. We sit down with Sara Blevins, a domestic violence advocate and Director of Development at Branches Domestic Violence Shelter in West Virginia, to unpack what abuse actually looks like when it's driven by power and control, not just physical harm. If you've ever wondered how someone can seem polished, successful, and steady while living in fear, this conversation connects the dots without blame or oversimplified answers.We dig into safety planning and why there's no one-size-fits-all formula for leaving an abusive relationship. Sara explains how advocates think through real-life barriers like children, pets, hidden documents, limited money, and shifting risks. We also talk about why leaving often takes multiple attempts, how isolation is used to cut off support networks, and how the power and control wheel helps people name patterns like gaslighting, coercive control, and intimidation. One piece that hits especially hard: financial abuse can be the cage, from sabotaged credit to bills run up in a survivor's name.We also make space for hope. Sara shares what “the other side” can look like when survivors connect with shelter services, legal advocacy, and longer-term housing support, plus what friends and family can do to stay supportive without trying to control the outcome. If you want concrete ways to help, we cover options from donating and volunteering to simply learning the signs and sharing resources. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review with the one thing you want every person to understand about domestic violence.Please be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our psych-approved resource page, and connect with us on social media! All this and more at www.thelylaspodcast.com

Toptracer built the technology that lets viewers follow golf shots on TV. Now, the company is bringing that tech to driving ranges around the world. Scott Blevins talks about Toptracer's product evolution, where Topgolf fits in, what's next for range tech, his unique career path, and how he thinks about partnerships across golf.

In this episode of Just Ride, Rob Warner and Eliot Jackson sit down with Christopher Blevins to reflect on a historic season that saw him become the first American in 34 years to win the UCI Cross-country Overall World Cup title. Christopher shares how years of patience, persistence, and trusting the process finally came together at the highest level.The conversation explores Christopher's BMX roots, the mindset that helped him reach the top of cross-country racing, and why meditation, staying present, and focusing on the process matter more than chasing results. They also dive into bike setup, racing psychology, the future of XC, and why mountain biking needs more personality and storytelling.Christopher also discusses the growth of cross-country racing in the United States, his creative project Still Spoke, his ambitions heading toward the Olympics, and what excites him most about the future of mountain biking.

The Aiki Dojo Podcast - Andrew Blevins Sensei and the Path of the DeshiIn Episode 83 of the Aiki Dojo Podcast, Ito Sensei interviews Andrew Blevins Sensei from Kiryu Aikido about the book he wrote: Path of the Deshi. In this episode they discuss the concepts of being an otomo, a student, and a deshi. Let us know what you think and how any of these roles have impacted your training. Get the book here: https://a.co/d/0gCkTpHMContact Blevins Sensei here: https://www.kiryu-aikido.comEnjoy! Watch to this episode here: https://youtu.be/iU5sbHmTmEMThe Aiki Dojo Podcast's goal is to translate traditional Aikido and traditional martial arts training into the modern world. The podcast is hosted by David Ito Sensei who is the Chief Instructor of the Aikido Center of Los Angeles and he brings over 35 years of Aikido training to the podcast. The podcast is co-hosted by Ken Watanabe Shihan, James Takata, Stan Sung and Bill D'Angelo. Let us know if you have a topic that you would like Ito Sensei and the team to discuss in the next podcast.Watch our 2 Minute Technique series:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiXORPL-lO6CxvDYf8RXbmKN_Pbw1XPWPWatch our podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiXORPL-lO6Ak4vwXgRtzWY7ohjMTmJhQRead our blog, the Aiki Dojo Message: http://www.aikidocenterla.com/blogRead our Newsletter:http://www.aikidocenterla.com/newsletterFollow us on social media:Facebook: Aikido Center of LA: https://www.facebook.com/aikidocenterlaIto Sensei: https://www.facebook.com/aikidoteacherInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/aikidocenterla/Ito Sensei: teacher.aikidoFor more information about Aikido http://www.aikidocenterla.comRev. Kensho Furuya: http://www.kenshofuruya.comIf you enjoyed this video, please support Furuya Sensei's vision and our non-profit foundation and the Aikido Center of Los Angeles. https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=85D4U4CXREWN4

After helping lead creative and innovation efforts for global brands including Starbucks and Hydro Flask, Dena Blevins found herself asking a different question: What happens when you stop building for some of the world's most recognized brands and start building something that feels deeply personal? In this episode of Design Of, Dena shares her journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship and the launch of Frank, a company inspired by the messy, funny, difficult, and beautiful realities of everyday life. At Frank, the mission is simple: create products inspired by what life throws at us and what's happening in the world around us. Sometimes that means diving into difficult topics. Sometimes it means finding humor in uncomfortable moments. And sometimes it means offering a proud middle finger and an undeniably frank point of view. Through a growing collection of bandanas, scarves, cocktail napkins, and thoughtful products, Frank gives people a way to wear, share, celebrate, mourn, laugh, support, and express what they're feeling. Or not. The choice is theirs. What makes this conversation compelling isn't the products. It's the story behind them. "I love that I can put something out there that hopefully resonates with others as well." — Dena Blevins After years helping shape stories for global brands, Dena found herself building a company rooted in that belief. We explore how leadership evolves over time, how personal experiences often become the foundation for meaningful businesses, and why some of the most impactful ideas begin not with a market opportunity but with a human one. Along the way, we talk about entrepreneurship, reinvention, grief, humor, purpose, storytelling, and what it means to create work that reflects who you are, not just what you do. And perhaps the biggest takeaway is this: The most meaningful businesses don't just create products. They create connection. In This Episode, We Explore • Dena's journey from global creative leadership at Starbucks and Hydro Flask to entrepreneurship • The story behind Frank and why she started it • Building a business rooted in honesty, humor, and humanity • How personal experiences can become meaningful products and opportunities • Why storytelling remains one of the most powerful business tools • The relationship between purpose, creativity, and entrepreneurship • What it means to redefine success in a new chapter of life Key Takeaways • Experience often reveals what matters most • Great businesses begin with real human needs • Stories create connection when they are relatable, honest, and human • Humor can help people navigate difficult conversations • Purpose and business can strengthen one another • New chapters require courage, curiosity, and conviction About Dena Dena Blevins is an entrepreneur, storyteller, and former global creative leader whose career includes leadership roles with Starbucks and Hydro Flask. She is the founder of Frank, a brand that creates bold, honest products inspired by real life and the world around us. Through bandanas, scarves, cocktail napkins, and storytelling, Frank helps people express themselves with humor, humanity, and an unapologetically frank point of view.

Having finished All the Pretty Horses, I keep returning to John Grady Cole's conversation with Dueña Alfonsa as one of the keys to the whole novel. Alfonsa is not just the woman standing between John Grady and Alejandra. She is history speaking to youth, the old world speaking to the dreamer.In this episode, I explore Alfonsa's vision of hidden strings, blood, sacrifice, freedom, honor, and love — and how John Grady's journey teaches him that nothing beautiful in McCarthy's world stays untouched. Alejandra, Blevins, the prison violence, and John Grady himself all become part of this larger tragic pattern where the world demands blood before it believes.This is an episode about innocence after it has been broken, love after it has failed to save us, and the possibility of carrying the wound without making blood your god.

Value: Differentiating phonics instruction can feel overwhelming, especially when students have a wide range of needs. In this episode, Wiley Blevins shares practical guidance for using small-group instruction to provide targeted support while maintaining access to grade-level learning. Listeners will gain research-informed insights and classroom-ready ideas for making phonics instruction more responsive and effective.Promise: By the end of this episode, you'll have a clearer understanding of how to organize and use small groups to maximize student growth, support diverse learners, and strengthen phonics instruction without adding unnecessary complexity to your teaching day.Send us Fan MailPartner With The Literacy View-Contact-FaithandJudy@theliteracyview.com Sponsor-The Literacy View-Contact FaithandJudy@theliteracyview.comSupport the showDonate to support the show so it stays real, research-aligned, and independent.

In this episode, I explore All the Pretty Horses through the image of “a boy is a gun,” drawing on Lacan to think about masculinity, lack, fantasy, and the desperate need to be recognized.John Grady Cole, Rawlins, and Blevins are boys trying to enter the symbolic world of men, but McCarthy shows how dangerous that passage becomes when masculinity is tied to humiliation, violence, and the need to prove oneself. Blevins becomes the clearest tragedy of this, while John Grady reveals something more complicated: a masculinity that is beautiful, tender, courageous, and still deeply marked by blood.This episode is about boys, guns, horses, desire, shame, and the question underneath so much male suffering: do I have to become dangerous in order to be seen?

In this episode, I'm reflecting on one of the darkest sections of All the Pretty Horses, where John Grady, Rawlins, and Blevins are taken to Saltillo and the romantic dream of Mexico collapses into violence, corruption, and prison.I spend time with Pérez's chilling claim that evil is not merely something inside a person, but “a true thing” that goes about on its own legs. From there, I explore McCarthy's dark philosophy of evil: evil as visitation, as atmosphere, as something personal and impersonal at the same time.This is an episode about innocence, violence, adulthood, and what it means to keep carrying some wounded form of goodness through a world where evil is real.

In today's LIVE-TALK podcast, we chat about our recently published series of books.  We highlight Dr. Blevins' prolific writing output in the PWN self-published book series, with five titles on pituitary adenomas, diabetes insipidus, Cushing's, hypopituitarism, and pituitary disorders; a TSH-producing tumor book (in editing); a prolactinoma volume heading to the publisher; and an acromegaly book planned.

This summer, the #KingChasing Podcast will focus on student-athletes at NCCAA member institutions who are serving on different mission trips at home and abroad. The summer series begins with the seventh episode of its fifth season of the #KingChasing Podcast, as NCCAA Communications Coordinator Richard Martin interviews Carlie Blevins, a junior at Faith Baptist Bible College (FBBC) and member of the cross country team who just finished a mission trip traveling the Camino de Santiago in Portugal and Spain. During their time on the Camino de Santiago trail, Blevins and her team traversed over 130 miles, talking to people who were also making the hike to Santiago, Spain, sharing the Gospel with those around them. In this episode, Blevins discusses the long journey she and the FBBC team took over two weeks, how she grew in her faith and as a team during the trip, and how she has been convicted to be bolder in sharing the Gospel. For those wanting to learn more about Seth Grotzke, his work in Spain and on the Camino de Santiago, or how to support his family during their time as missionaries, head to scquest.org for more information.    The #KingChasing Podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts, at thenccaa.org/podcasts, and on YouTube.     

Our live talk sessions of the pituitary and adrenal podcasts continue with this extremely informational conversation on hypothalamic obesity.  If you are interested in learning more about his devastating disorder, please listen to Dr. Blevins as he shares his insights and extensive expertise on its causes, new treatments, and latest developments.   He explains the underlying biology: fat cells produce leptin, which signals the hypothalamus to regulate appetite, metabolic rate, and activity level. When the hypothalamus is damaged, that signal fails, and patients feel constantly starving, their metabolism slows, activity drops, and severe weight gain follows.

In today's podcast, Dr. Blevins and I discuss the health insurance landscape as it relates to medication, tests, and procedure approvals and denials. Dr. Blevins gives us an unfiltered look at what it is like to deal with these challenges and their effects on the practice of medicine and medical decision-making. Don't miss this segment and stay tuned for more of these insightful, genuine, and unguarded discussions from one of the most prolific and experienced teams in a leading neuroendocrine practice in the world.  If you'd like to send your thoughts and comments please click on this link  

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The storm is coming, but you are God's plan.

"Instead of being so put together, these songs say, 'I'm human. I can be insecure.' That's real freedom." In this episode of Jrodconcerts: The Podcast, Jamie Rodriguez sits down with acclaimed singer-songwriter Leah Blevins. Fresh off her national television debut on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Leah joins us to discuss her sophomore album, All Dressed Up—a masterclass in torch-pop country and soulful Americana produced by Dan Auerbach at Easy Eye Sound. Leah's journey from the small town of Sandy Hook, Kentucky, to the global stage is a testament to the power of staying true to one's own frequency. We explore the spiritual and philosophical foundations of her work, discussing how life's hardest challenges can eventually transform into creative gifts. In this episode, we explore: The Vulnerability Paradox: Navigating the balance of confidence and transparency as a solo artist. Creative Autonomy: The decision to pursue a solo career at 14 and refusing to fit into traditional genre boxes. The Kentucky Influence: How her upbringing and family history informed her unwavering work ethic and resilience. The Weight of Expectations: Understanding that expectations are often the source of pain and how to pivot toward contribution. Life on the Road: The unique dynamics of being married to a fellow touring musician and preparing to open for Garth Brooks at London's Hyde Park this summer. Leah Blevins is an artist defined not by perfection, but by an unshakable authenticity. Join us for a conversation about healing, faith, and the ongoing process of discovering who you truly are. Connect with Leah Blevins: Website: leahblevinsmusic.com Instagram: @leahblevinsmusic Connect with Jrodconcerts Media: Instagram: @jrodconcertsmedia Newsletter: https://jrodconcertsmedia.com If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a high-fidelity review and subscribe for more deep-dive conversations with the architects of modern music. __ Support the show: DoorDash: When life happens, get a little order delivered with DoorDash. Visit ⁠https://doordash.com⁠ today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Mark and the Matt sit down with Bennett Clark, President, and Royce Blevins, Lead Founder, of Burnt Tavern Bourbon from William Berkele Distillery, for a great conversation centered around some amazing Kentucky history and a new brand bringing that history back to life. Across three segments, the guys dive into Bennett and Royce's respective and unique backgrounds and how that led them both to the Bourbon world, the incredible history and story of the William Berkele Distillery and the Burnt Tavern of Garrard County, as well as what the future looks like for the brand and Distillery. The conversation blends industry insight with plenty of laughs, behind-the-scenes perspective, and the kind of easygoing camaraderie that makes these episodes feel like you're right there at the table. They also taste and review the initial release from William Berkele Distillery, their flagship Burnt Tavern 7-Year Old Bourbon. From thoughtful discussion about the history of the brand to honest reviews of what's in the glass, this episode delivers a great mix of information and entertainment for bourbon fans of all levels. Pull up a chair, pour yourself something good, and enjoy this episode with Bennett Clark and Royce Blevins. This episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast is sponsored by District 7 Social and The Kitchen Table at The James B. Beam Distilling Co.

“If you give attention to the right behaviors, they will multiply. If they sing well and supported and you encourage that, that is going to multiply. If you give attention to the bad behaviors – and that doesn't just mean behavior things like talking out of turn – even though it's being criticized, because it gets attention it will multiply . This is true in life. Whatever you think is positive and you want to multiply, give it attention, give it love, nurture it, and it will multiply."Sherry Blevins is a sought-after artist, award-winning composer, lyricist, as well as an award-winning music educator and conductor. She has over 40 published choral works with 7 different publishing houses including her own series with Hinshaw Music and has been honored to compose for and work with a variety of ensembles around the world including Vancouver, Canada, Lucca, Italy, Bejing, China, Western Alaska, and across the continental United States. She premiered her work “Awaken” at Carnegie Hall with National Concerts in 2024 and conducted her own choral suite, “Tipping Point” at Carnegie Hall in 2025. She was recently honored to be included in GIA's 2025 book, Choral Repertoire by Women Composers. She is also Founder and Artistic Director of the International Choral Composers Institute which hosted 40 composers and lyricists in its inaugural year.According to Hinshaw Music, “Sherry Blevins, a luminary in the world of choral composition and education, orchestrates harmonies that resonate with the soul. Her musical expertise is surpassed only by her dedication to nurturing the next generation of voices, making her a revered figure in both composition and education.”Ms. Blevins has a bachelor's degree in music education with a principal in voice from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a master's degree in choral conducting from Appalachian State University. Her hope is that whether through composing or teaching, that the music she shares will bring hope, life, and light to others.You can find Sherry Blevins' work wherever music is sold and you may contact her at sherryblevinsmusic.com.To get in touch with Sherry, you can email her at sherryblevinsmusic@gmail.com, find her on Facebook (@sherry.blevins.18), or visit her website.Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson

On this edition of The Mark White Show, I'm joined by Central High School (Florence, Alabama) track coach Jessica Blevins and her athlete, Braxton Davis, as they share a powerful story of resilience, faith, and determination. After a serious car accident and spinal injury left Braxton facing the possibility of never walking again, he fought through surgeries and intensive rehab at Shepherd Center in Atlanta. Today, he's back on the track competing in para-ambulatory events. Coach Blevins shares what it's been like to walk alongside Braxton through his recovery and return to competition, while Braxton opens up about the mindset that's helped him keep moving forward. Together, they offer a perspective that goes far beyond sports. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm sharing a conversation with Central High School track coach Jessica Blevins and her student athlete, Braxton Davis, from the Florence, Alabama area. Coach Blevins talks about the fear and uncertainty after learning Braxton had been in a serious accident, and how she and the coaching staff stayed connected with his family while he fought his way through those early days and into rehab at Shepherd Center. Braxton shares how his perspective on competition has changed. While he's still competitive, he says it's bigger than winning now. It's about becoming the best version of himself and encouraging others to believe they can keep getting better too. Together, their voices highlight what resilience really looks like. This MADM is brought to you by Green's Dependable Hardware, proudly supporting stories and the people who make our communities strong. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

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Country singer-songwriter Leah Blevins joins Bar Conversations to talk about her new album All Dressed Up, out March 20, 2026, and the path that led her from Sandy Hook to Nashville. Leah reflects on growing up in a musical, faith-driven family in Eastern Kentucky, the early influences that shaped her sound, and the journey of embracing her natural voice after being told she was “too country.”She also dives into the making of All Dressed Up, working with Dan Auerbach at Easy Eye Sound to create a more honest and fully realized record. Leah shares insight into the emotion behind songs like Lonely and Diggin' in the Coal, her growth as a songwriter, and what's next in 2026.Jonathan's Drinking: Kentucky Senator Bourbon Release 6

  Daniel Blevins is the founder and president of Stand In Pride, a nonprofit and mobile app connecting LGBTQ+ people with chosen family for emotional support or to physically stand in at events such as weddings or graduations.      Connect with Daniel (he/him) Stand in Pride/Facebook Stand in Pride Website

On this episode of Growing Kentucky's Leaders, Mr. Matthew Price, agriculture teacher at Lynn Camp High School, and his student, Chance Blevins discuss the profound impact of community support and the Kentucky FFA Foundation on chapters across Kentucky.Mark your calendars for Give FFA Day on February 26th to help provide more students with the resources they need to lead and grow.Links:Lynn Camp FFA

Melissa Blevins learned early on that the best way through a crisis is to just have faith and keep moving forward. In this episode, Melissa shares how growing up with very little taught her resilience and compassion, how a career in manufacturing built the foundation for leading a food bank, and how the Chattanooga Area Food Bank became more than a career… it became home. Melissa Blevins is the President & CEO of the Chattanooga Area Food Bank. You can connect with her on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-blevins-21258063).  Subscribe to the weekly newsletter and be the first to know who upcoming guests are: http://eepurl.com/iGJzII  If you liked this episode, we think you'll also like: Bob Culkeen's Morning Cup (E116) Brian Hunt's Morning Cup (E138) April Cameron's Morning Cup (E146) My Morning Cup is hosted by Mike Costa of Costa Media Advisors and produced by SpeakEasy Productions.

Compensation is one of the most sensitive and misunderstood topics in the workplace, and one of the most consequential. In this episode, host Brandon Laws sits down with Nicole Blevins to unpack what compensation structure really means, why informal pay decisions stop working as organizations grow, and how leaders can approach pay with more clarity, fairness, and confidence. Nicole explains how a well-designed compensation structure creates consistency without limiting flexibility, helps leaders navigate difficult pay conversations, and reduces risk tied to pay equity and compliance. The conversation also explores pay transparency laws, common signals that it is time to revisit compensation practices, and why avoiding pay equity analysis often creates bigger problems down the road. This episode offers practical insight for leaders, HR professionals, and business owners who want to scale responsibly, build trust, and make pay decisions that stand up to scrutiny. Key Timestamps 00:00 – Why compensation conversations matter more than ever 02:00 – What compensation structure actually means in practice 04:00 – The misconception that structure limits flexibility 06:00 – What breaks when organizations grow without guardrails 08:30 – Pay transparency, employee conversations, and trust 10:30 – The hidden risk of retention raises and pay compression 12:30 – Why pay equity analysis is no longer optional 14:30 – Oregon pay equity laws and the importance of proactive action 16:00 – The real pros and cons of pay transparency laws 18:00 – Addressing the fear of uncovering pay inequities 20:30 – How compensation structure changes manager conversations 23:30 – Why compensation is not a one-time exercise 25:30 – How often organizations should revisit pay structures 26:30 – Signals that it is time to review compensation practices 28:30 – How leaders can approach compensation work without overwhelm A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR Host: Brandon Laws In Brandon's own words: "The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought leaders." About Xenium HR Xenium HR is on a mission to transform workplaces by providing expert outsourced HR and payroll services for small and medium-sized businesses. With a people-first approach, Xenium helps organizations create thriving work environments where employees feel valued and supported. From navigating compliance to enhancing workplace culture, Xenium offers tailored solutions that empower growth and simplify HR. Whether managing employee relations, payroll processing, or implementing impactful training programs, Xenium is the trusted partner businesses rely on to elevate their workplace experience. Discover how Xenium can transform your workplace: Learn more: https://www.xeniumhr.com/ Connect with Brandon Laws LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawsbrandon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawsbrandon About Brandon: https://xeniumhr.com/about-xenium/meet-the-team/brandon-laws Connect with Xenium HR Website: https://xeniumhr.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/xenium-hr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/XeniumHR Twitter: https://twitter.com/XeniumHR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xeniumhr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/XeniumHR

Shane is the last Road Angel we get to see. That's enough of a hint.Shane tells us how this Road Angel station evolved and the joy it gives and receives.

On December 27, 2025, the Telluride Ski Patrol went on strike. Chuck Horning, the owner of Telluride Ski Resort, then closed the ski area indefinitely. So what is going on in Telluride? What does it mean for the town and residents of Telluride? And what does this strike — and others — say about the current state of mountain towns and the ski-resort industry? To discuss all of these things and more, we are talking with ski-industry reporter, Jason Blevins, the co-founder of the Colorado Sun, and the man behind Blevins' Corner on our ‘Reviewing the News' series.Note: We Want to Hear From You!We'd love for you to share with us the stories or topics you'd like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS: GetCARV.comBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredBLISTER+ Questions: contact@blisterplus.comGet Our 25/26 Winter Buyer's GuideDiscounted Summit Registration for BLISTER+ MembersNon-Member Registration: Blister Summit 2026Get Our Newsletter & Weekly Gear GiveawaysCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:BLISTER+ Changes starting January 1st (1:30)Get CARV (1:56)What's Going On in Telluride? (3:00)How Did We Get Here? (5:19)What is Telluride Ski Patrol Asking For? (7:10)Who is Being Unreasonable? (8:46)The Numbers Behind the Request (11:58)Other Potential Costs (18:16)Is Crazy still Better than Corporate? (21:39)Why Won't Chuck Just Sell the Ski Area? (23:19)What is the Community Saying? (26:17)Will We See more Strikes in the Industry? (32:10)Billionaires & Ski Towns (33:34)Blevins' Prediction for Telluride (39:29)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello friends! First off, I hope you all have a very merry Christmas, a happy holiday, or that whatever you celebrate is filled with love and peace. After such a long dark year, I thought it would be nice to ring in the holidays with an inspiring and uplifting conversation with guitar playing singer-songwriter, Roger Blevins Jr. who was recovering and rehabilitating from a three year bout with tongue cancer that ended with him having 80% of his tongue removed in the summer of 2024. By the time he was on the show in April he had been writing and recording new material and was about to go out and play his first full show. It's a truly inspiring conversation. Below are my original notes.   Guitar playing singer-songwriter, Roger Blevins Jr. is my guest for episode 1477! You might know Roger from his long time band Mingo Fishtrap, or his Blevins Guitar Company. Roger is currently recovering and rehabilitating from a three-year bout with tongue cancer that ended with him having to get 80% of his tongue removed last summer. It's been a long road back to the stage, but Roger played some songs a couple of weeks ago at the 11:59 Songwriter Group show at Saxon Pub and he's playing a songwriter-in-the-round with Ray Prim, Tom Meny, and Dan Dyer on June 11th at The '04 Center. Go to rogerblevinsmusic.com for show info, music, and more. We have an incredibly inspiring conversation about Roger's journey, having an amazing and supportive partner in his wife, his gratitude, building guitars, relearning to speak and sing and much more. I had a great time getting to know Roger. I'm sure you will too. Let's get down!   Follow us on Instagram, X, Facebook, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you pod.   If you feel so inclined. Venmo: venmo.com/John-Goudie-1  Paypal: paypal.me/johnnygoudie

This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it's about a gift. That gift is a new album from My Ticket Home, called Pure To A Fault! The boys are back! To celebrate, Lorin and Matt welcome back My Ticket Home rhythm guitarist and vocalist Derek Blevins to discuss all things MTH. Topics this episode include:-Response to the album-Being Puke Rock to a fault-Producing yourself-Album covers-The video for “Nothing Lost”-Sequencing-More new My Ticket Home music?-Merch!-A game of This or That: Nu Metal Singers-And of course we close it out with Rippers for Roaches 2.Take a listen!A big thank you to Derek and My Ticket Home! Make sure to stream the album from your streamer of choice. The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! We'd appreciate it! Questions about the show? Have album recommendations? Just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you! Contact the show @RoachKoach on Twitter, Roach Koach on Facebook , Roach Koach on Instagram, or send an email to RoachKoachPodcast at Gmail. Follow the show on Youtube and TikTok! Find every episode of Roach Koach and order your Roach Koach T-shirt at Roach Koach dot com.

Cody and Jonathan discuss our national parks' new passes; why president Trump pardoned a trail runner; the Most Canadian News; they rate your takes; and share what they've been reading & watching.Note: We Want to Hear From You!We'd love for you to share with us the stories or topics you'd like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS: BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredGet Our 25/26 Winter Buyer's GuideDiscounted Summit Registration for BLISTER+ MembersNon-Member Registration: Blister Summit 2026Get Our Newsletter & Weekly Gear GiveawaysCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Why JE Froze While Skiing Yesterday (00:49)New BLISTER+ Members (2:38)Cody's Travel Updates (3:45)FIFTY+ Talk & A Near Fatal Rappel!! (8:26)New National Park Passes (17:38)Trump Pardons Trail Runner?? (28:45)Most Canadian News (41:44)Rate My Take: Backcountry Licenses (44:59)Blevins' Corner: Keep Colorado Wild Pass (51:45) Mountain Town Advice? (55:49)What We're Reading & Watching (56:28)NFL Talk (1:10:32)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, hosts Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter speak with Matt Blevins, Chief Marketing Officer at Heaven Hill Brands.Matt shares why long-term brand building remains essential in the spirits category and how disciplined measurement guides smarter decision-making. He explains how digital discovery, from YouTube mixology to Reddit communities, shapes in-store behavior, and why premiumization, moderation, and innovation are the real forces reshaping today's beverage alcohol landscape.Additionally, he also breaks down how Heaven Hill decides when to modernize a brand, why nuance is missing from industry headlines, and what it takes to stay grounded in consumer truth while the marketing world chases real-time optimization.Key takeawaysLong-term brand building and strategic patience remain essential in spiritsDigital discovery now heavily shapes in-store purchase decisionsPremiumization, moderation, and innovation continue to drive category trendsBrand modernization works best when rooted in product truth and distinctiveness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've ever wondered whether it's too late to start ultrarunning — or whether you can build elite durability while juggling a full-time job, a family, and life responsibilities — this episode is going to light you up.In this conversation, I sit down with Everyday Ultra coach, ultrarunner, dad, and leader — Kirk Blevins — to unpack his incredible journey from powerlifter… to OCR athlete… to 50 miler… to 100 miler… and ultimately his first 200-mile finish at the Across Florida 200.Kirk started endurance sports later in life — but through mindset, structure, and smart training, he's built a level of durability most runners never reach.Inside this episode, you'll learn:• How Kirk went from watching a Spartan Race on TV to signing up within minutes• The brutal first 50-miler that nearly broke him — and why he doubled the distance anyway• Why starting later in life isn't a disadvantage… and might actually be a superpower• The mindset shift that helped him handle ankle-deep mud, freezing rain, and adversity• The training changes that allowed him to run a 200-miler with zero soreness• How he balanced training, career, and family without burning out• The role of strength training, mobility, and footwork in staying injury-free• What he learned about recovery that transformed his performance• Why finding your “apex” of volume and recovery is the real secret to ultra success• How to build belief after a bad race — and why it's never too late to startThis episode is packed with practical training insights, mindset shifts, and real-world lessons from someone who has built an unbreakable foundation while living a full life.Whether you're training for your first ultra or leveling up to the next distance, Kirk's story will show you exactly what's possible.SHOW LINKS:Want to work with Kirk as your coach to help you crush your ultramarathon goals? Book a call with him here on a free consultation call to see if we're a good fit!Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We have a Black Friday Sale NOW for 30% off your first month! ⁠Book a free call with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit at ⁠⁠⁠theeverydayultra.com⁠⁠⁠Register for our race, The Desert Peak Ultra 100K + 50K at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠desertpeakultra.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Joe on IG:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 25% off TrainingPeaks Premium to track and plan your training better by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠signing up here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code CYBER2025Try CurraNZ to boost recovery and performance and get 15% off your first order with code EVERYDAYULTRAPOD at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.curranzusa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try PlayOn Pain Relief Spray at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠playonrelief.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at bearbuttwipes.comTry Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at Janji.com

Nicole Blevins discusses HR burnout with Brandon Laws, describing HR professionals as the "emotional sponge" of organizations. She explains how HR workers struggle to recognize burnout in themselves despite helping others with similar issues, particularly solo practitioners lacking peer support. Nicole shares practical strategies including setting boundaries, scheduling breaks, using music for decompression, and building professional networks. The key message: HR professionals must proactively prioritize their own mental health and apply the same self-care they advocate for employees. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR Host: Brandon Laws In Brandon's own words: "The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders." About Xenium HR Xenium HR is on a mission to transform workplaces by providing expert outsourced HR and payroll services for small and medium-sized businesses. With a people-first approach, Xenium helps organizations create thriving work environments where employees feel valued and supported. From navigating compliance to enhancing workplace culture, Xenium offers tailored solutions that empower growth and simplify HR. Whether managing employee relations, payroll processing, or implementing impactful training programs, Xenium is the trusted partner businesses rely on to elevate their workplace experience. Learn more: https://www.xeniumhr.com/ Connect with Brandon Laws LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawsbrandon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawsbrandon About: https://xeniumhr.com/about-xenium/meet-the-team/brandon-laws Connect with Xenium HR Website: https://xeniumhr.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/xenium-hr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/XeniumHR Twitter: https://twitter.com/XeniumHR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xeniumhr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/XeniumHR

The United States is racing toward nuclear annihilation while its empire crumbles from within. In this explosive interview, independent journalist Rachel Blevins exposes how Washington's imperial ambitions have backfired catastrophically: as the New START treaty expires in 2026, Trump threatens to resume nuclear testing while Russia deploys unstoppable weapons like the Oreshnik and Burevestnik.Meanwhile, Zelensky begs for Tomahawk missiles that could trigger World War III, and in a shocking betrayal of reality, former Al-Qaeda leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, once with a $10 million bounty on his head, is now Syria's US-backed president, playing basketball with the very commanders who hunted him.From rare earth mineral dominance to the Nord Stream bombing cover-up, Blevins reveals how US aggression has forged an unbreakable Russia-China-Iran alliance, accelerating the collapse of American unipolar power while ordinary Americans pay the price at grocery stores and gas pumps.Donate to Support Independent Journalism: https://www.MintPressNews.com/donationsMintPress News YouTube: https://youtube.com/MintPressNewsFollow Rachel Blevins: https://twitter.com/RachelBlevinsFollow Mnar Adley: https://twitter.com/MnarMuhSupport the showMintPress News is a fiercely independent. You can support us by becoming a member on Patreon, bookmarking and whitelisting us, and by subscribing to our social media channels, including Twitch, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe to MintCast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and SoundCloud. Also, be sure to check out the new Behind the Headlines channel on YouTube and subscribe to rapper Lowkey's new video interview/podcast series, The Watchdog.

HR consultant Nicole Blevins discusses building effective partnerships between internal HR teams and external consultants. She emphasizes starting with clear role definitions, addressing concerns through curiosity rather than defensiveness, and positioning consultants as supportive extensions rather than threats. Success requires open communication, regular check-ins, and customizing support based on each team's unique needs. TAKEAWAYS Start relationships with clear expectations by mapping roles and responsibilities to avoid conflicts over unmet assumptions Address resistance through curiosity—ask questions to understand concerns rather than listing credentials defensively Customize support based on team needs, whether handling administrative tasks to free up strategic work or providing strategic guidance to developing teams A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR Host: Brandon Laws In Brandon's own words: “The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders. About Xenium HR Xenium HR is on a mission to transform workplaces by providing expert outsourced HR and payroll services for small and medium-sized businesses. With a people-first approach, Xenium helps organizations create thriving work environments where employees feel valued and supported. From navigating compliance to enhancing workplace culture, Xenium offers tailored solutions that empower growth and simplify HR. Whether managing employee relations, payroll processing, or implementing impactful training programs, Xenium is the trusted partner businesses rely on to elevate their workplace experience. Discover how Xenium can transform your workplace: Learn more [https://www.xeniumhr.com/] Connect with Brandon Laws: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawsbrandon] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lawsbrandon] About [https://xeniumhr.com/about-xenium/meet-the-team/brandon-laws] Connect with Xenium HR: Website [https://xeniumhr.com/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/xenium-hr] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/XeniumHR] Twitter [https://twitter.com/XeniumHR] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/xeniumhr] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/user/XeniumHR