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Look out for oozing, creamy poison.In this one, Ian and Liv talk about another wild time in 1930's Australia, where an invasive species of toad was brought to the continent to eradicate a somewhat less invasive insect. The plan backfired, despite being incredibly well thought out, and Australia's ecosystem today in 2025 is still feeling the effects. Also, Liv bravely ignores Ian's annoying comments. Ian has a Bloomin' Onion.

On this special Veterans Day episode, Independent Americans host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) sits down with renowned veterans advocate Kristen Rouse for a candid, timely, and moving conversation. With honesty and heart, Paul and Kristen break down how Veterans Day 2025 feels different—exploring the evolving challenges, divisions, threats, and opportunities facing America's veterans and those who support them. From celebrations at the NYC Veterans Day Parade to the hard truths about shrinking attention and support for veterans nationwide, this episode goes deep on community, service, powerful vulnerability, and resilient leadership. And, explores what it all means for our kids and grandkids as a teaching tool. There's no better show to explore Veterans Day than one of the rare few hosted by a veteran.  Because every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories--and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It's independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve--and stay vigilant. -Listen to Kristen's previous appearance: Episode 129 from August 26, 2021. -WATCH video of this episode on YouTube now. -Learn more about Independent Veterans of America and join us for our IVA Winners Circle Virtual Townhall 11/11 from 9pm-10pm ET. -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers. And share yours.  -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us. And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch.  -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra, Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Ways to listen:Social channels: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news — and wow was there a lot of it, from M&A moves to a glut of meaningful earnings reports. They start with the M&A headlines, exploring the Denny's acquisition, Starbucks' sale of its China business, and Yum's strategic review of Pizza Hut. What do these moves mean for each respective chain? Sam and Alicia break it down. Then they dive into all of the quarterly earnings reports from the week, of which, by their count, there were 20. That includes a look at casual dining — generally faring positively, with good results from Dine Brands, Texas Roadhouse, and Bloomin' — as well as fast casual (middling results from CAVA and Wingstop and a disastrous showing by Sweetgreen) and QSR (big winners in Taco Bell and KFC, poor showings from Wendy's and Pizza Hut). Sam and Alicia talk about the big-picture implications of the quarter and what we might expect from these leading restaurant chains going forward. For more on these stories: Denny's acquired by group of investors for approximately $620 millionYum Brands exploring potential sale of Pizza HutWendy's to close hundreds of U.S. restaurants

An Outback Steakhouse turnaround plan is in the works. Tijuana Flats has a new owner. And Papa Johns is not for sale.

Much like GTA6 and Marvel 1943 - YaketyCAST pushed back this episode by a number of weeks. But never fear, they're back with a vengeance! John discusses RedSec, ARC Raiders, and FFVII Rebirth. Ernesto and Tramell have been running the gauntlet of television as they have reviews for Welcome to Derry, Gen V, DMV, The Chair Company, AND Chad Powers! John cannot stop talking about how great the new The Best of The Worst album is, and they discuss all of the latest movie news. All this and more on this week's episode!

From the Bendigo Agricultural Show, the Bloomin' Good Market, events to support new families through pregnancy and beyond and more, so much is happening - Cogho & Jules have you sorted for the weekend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Great design starts with the details, and a few details make a bigger impact than the right window treatments. Ashley Sasher, owner and franchisee of Bloomin' Blinds, joins Host Carol […] The post Bloomin' Blinds Brings Fashion & Function Home appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

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Elevating Spaces with Ashley Sasher, Bloomin’ Blinds (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 906) From corporate marketing to becoming North Fulton's “Shady Lady,” Ashley Sasher has built a thriving local business that helps homeowners and companies transform their spaces. As the owner of Bloomin' Blinds, Ashley shares how her background in branding and storytelling shaped her […] The post Elevating Spaces with Ashley Sasher, Bloomin’ Blinds appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Elevating Spaces with Ashley Sasher, Bloomin’ Blinds (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 906) From corporate marketing to becoming North Fulton's “Shady Lady,” Ashley Sasher has built a thriving local business that helps homeowners and companies transform their spaces. As the owner of Bloomin' Blinds, Ashley shares how her background in branding and storytelling shaped her […]

Cracker Barrel is scrapping its new logo. A Bloomin' Brands director is taking the lead on addressing mental health in the industry. And restaurant brands are ready to celebrate the engagement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

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Welcome to Spitting Nonsense—where two self-proclaimed amateurs, Jasmine and Zach, chat about all things nerdy (and plenty that's not). None of this is fact, but it's definitely our brand of nonsense! We're still recording regularly—no promises on hitting exact days anymore—but you can always count on us for plenty of off-the-wall commentary. And now, you can leave comments on Spotify! Tell us what's on your mind; we see every comment and might even respond on the show. Thanks for listening, and enjoy the nonsense!

Remember the late 90s?  Sure, we all do.  But while you may have been hanging out at Ruby Tuesday's or Outback Steakhouse, others were watching made for TV movies that reboot classic franchises.  Disney was just starting REBOOT MANIA in the 90s, and the Herbie franchise was due.  So it is that we celebrate the summer with 1997's made-for-TV movie The Love Bug, directed by Peyton Reed and staring Bruce Campbell, John Hannah, Alexandra Wentworth, and MYSTERY GUEST STAR.  Who is it? Why, you just have to stay tuned.Spicier than a Bloomin' Onion's sauce, classier than soup and quiche, it's The Love Bug!   Back to the world of Herbie we go!

Unfortunately, more Americans are using their 401(k)'s for financial emergencies I'm sure some will disagree with me based on the headlines arguing they were so happy that they had their 401(k) to tap for whatever their financial emergency was. In my opinion, people are thinking short term and not thinking about the long-term crisis when they retire in 20 or 30 years and then might be living at the poverty level because their 401(k) was not large enough to generate a decent income and social security was far less than they thought. I also want people to understand based on how fast medical technology is moving, in 20 to 30 years you may be spending more time in retirement than the 20 years or so that you were thinking. The numbers are frightening when I look at them and I have wished many times that the 401(k) would eliminate the ability to access funds before retirement like the old pension plans from companies. According to Vanguard, 2024 saw a record of 4.8% of workers that took a hardship distribution for a financial emergency. This was more than double the 2% level in 2019. Even more frightening was nearly 33% of people decided to take and cash in their 401(k) when they changed jobs in spite of the fact of paying taxes and penalties as opposed to rolling that retirement over to an IRA rollover or their new 401K plan. Congress in their infinite wisdom has made it easier to qualify for withdrawals from 401(k)'s for emergencies. I believe the Congress that set up the 401K in 1978 under The Revenue Act of 1978 did not envision the raiding of 401(k)'s for emergencies. I'm pretty confident in 1978 Congress felt this would be a great retirement plan for all Americans, not an emergency fund of to pay off debt. I highly recommend before people take any money out of the 401(k), they talk to a real financial professional to understand the taxes and penalties they are paying. It's not just the taxes and penalties, and one should also figure out the future value of what that account could have grown to and how that withdrawal could devastate their retirement!   Inflation report shows some positives and some negatives The July Consumer Price Index, also known as CPI, showed an annual increase of 2.7%, which was in line with June's reading and below the expectation of 2.8%. The headline number was helped by energy, which showed an annual decline of 1.6%, largely thanks to a decline of 9.5% for gasoline. Energy services on the other hand were not as favorable considering an increase of 5.5% for electricity and 13.8% for utility (piped) gas service. I do wonder if the power demand for these large data centers is starting to put a strain on the grid and I worry this could become even more problematic. As for core CPI, which excludes food and energy, it was up 3.1% from a year ago and was slightly above the forecast of 3%. This was a slight increase from the 2.9% level in June and the highest annual increase since February. Surprisingly, shelter continues to be a large reason for the elevated inflation rate as it was still up 3.7% compared to last year. In terms of tariffs showing up in the report, it still appeared to be subdued. Furniture was up 7.6% compared to last year, but other areas that I would anticipate seeing pressure like apparel and new vehicles saw little change. New vehicle prices were up just 0.4% compared to last year and apparel prices were actually lower by 0.2%. I did see an economist point out the fact that core goods inflation on an annual basis registered the largest growth in over two years, but at 1.2% I wouldn't say that is putting strain on the economy. These tariffs will likely put continued pressure on inflation, but if other areas like shelter continue to see less inflation that could counteract that pressure and keep overall inflation in a manageable situation. Based on the slowing labor market and these manageable levels of inflation I do believe the Fed should cut in September.   What does the national debt surpassing $37 trillion mean for you?  On Tuesday, August 12th, the United States national debt passed $37 trillion for the first time ever. The debt is growing at about $6 billion per day, but that appears to be better than last year. In July 2024, the national debt passed $35 trillion and then in November 2024 it surpassed $36 trillion. Looking for some positives here, it did take nine months for the debt to grow another $1 trillion to the $37 trillion mark. At the end of the second quarter, debt to GDP stood at 119.4%, which is manageable but should not go much higher. Hopefully we can have a slowdown in debt expansion or maybe even a reversal and still have the GDP increase. The reason having a high national debt is a negative is it takes investment out of the private sector to fund our national debt, which can slow down the growth in our economy. A large national debt can also cause interest rates to increase as the need for more debt often means offering higher interest rates to attract buyers. It is also important to know that even when the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, that generally has a larger impact on the short end of the curve, which includes instruments like treasury bills. Your long-term debt, such as 5–10-year notes are not controlled by what the Federal Reserve does and instead is based on supply and demand. It would not be a wise move for the government to only issue short-term debt for a lower rate because if rates were to increase in the future for whatever reason, that could cause our national debt to grow out of control and potentially cause a financial collapse. Also, keep in mind that generally mortgage rates align with the rates for longer term debt and now with some car loans being six or seven years, the interest rates for those loans will probably not drop because they are now longer-term loans not the old 3-to-4-year loans they used to be. We are not in trouble yet, but we are getting close to the edge and we need to grow the economy and still reduce the national debt so our country can continue to prosper and grow.   Financial Planning: Changes Coming to Charitable Giving The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed on July 4, 2025, delivers some new changes coming to how charitable giving may be deducted. For the first time since the pandemic-era CARES Act, those who claim the standard deduction will be able to deduct cash donations up to $1,000 for single filers and $2,000 for joint filers.  This will act as an above-the-line deduction in addition to the standard deduction.  For itemizers, however, the law imposes a new 0.5% of AGI floor, meaning only contributions above that threshold will count toward deductions, potentially reducing benefits for those making smaller annual gifts. For example, a tax filer with an AGI of $200,000 receives no tax benefit on the first $1,000 (.5%) of donations. Also, itemizers are not able to take advantage of the $1,000 to $2,000 above-the-line charitable deduction that standard deduction filers can.  In addition, high earners who are in the 37% tax bracket will only receive a 35% deduction on charitable donations. All of these changes go into effect in 2026, so those claiming the standard deduction may want to wait until then while itemizers and high earners may want to make donations before the end of the year.   Companies Discussed: Intel Corporation (INTC), UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH), Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) & Bloomin' Brands, Inc. (BLMN)

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Emus and Bloomin' Onions, what more could you want?In this one, Katie fills in for Liv while she's on vacation for a riveting discussion about a war against emus. In 1932, farmers in western Australia were not only plagued with drought and poverty, but also an untimely and massive emu migration. The solution to this problem was, in a word, unique.Also, Katie confuses emus and alpacas. Ian tries out a new accent.

Bloomin' heck, we've got a new manager! Jamie, Rhys, and Ian assemble to discuss David Hughes' appointment as the new Newport County gaffer, Wayne Hatswell's jam-filled return to Rodney Parade, and we take a peek at the released and retained list.As always, you can follow us via your social media platform of choice, and please also consider making a donation via our ko-fi page if you've enjoyed the podcasts this season - 5p an episode works out at just £2, which is a bargain! We remain grateful to the Riverside Sports Bar (the home of Welsh sports fans) for their valued support for the pod, and to Tinty & The Bucket Hats for letting us use Discoland as our theme tune. Our outro music is Virgo by Sean T.We'll be back at various points throughout the summer - but in the meantime, be good to yourselves and each other, and above all Keep It County! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The smartest companies aren't just using AI — they're building custom AI tools just for them. Just ask Jeff Wharton, CEO of Bloomin' Blinds. His company faced a common industry-wide problem and turned to AI for a solution. The result? A proprietary tool called BloomScale, which helps employees precisely measure windows, match customers with the right window treatment, and create instant visual mockups. In this episode, Jeff shares how they partnered with an AI firm, built a system tailored to their needs, and made it simple enough for any employee to use. Whether you're in home services or healthcare, this is a playbook for how AI can help you lead your industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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How much would you pay for a number plate?Welcome back to The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Podcast. This week Pippa was on holiday, but you probably can't tell…We kicked off the week with Bastille's frontman Dan, who is doing the lord's work by trying to stop ticket touts, and still loves Leeds even though they're not doing a show there on the tour...Our very own Johnny Vaughan stopped by, god that studio has some memories, to tell us about the origin of his new podcast ‘Bloomin' Legends, and the origin of his infamous bag of shirts!Then we were the first ones laughing when comedian Lou Sanders joined us in the studio. She was worth the wait considering she gave us the low down on her ideal thrupple dynamic…We were very glad to be conscious of our work day when Adam Scott and Dichen Lachman from Serervance came by, NO SPOILERS, but Adam Scott learnt all about Dichen's early career on Neighbours, and we learnt how Adam prepares for all the running scenes in Severance.It's been a cracking week, and these yolks are great too:Captain's weird laughFrothy bevvyDavid Attenborough's superb boobies Enjoy!The Chris Moyles Show on Radio XWeekdays 6:30am - 10am

Happy Pokémon Day! In this week's show, we celebrate one of the world's most revered holidays because everybody ends up getting 1,000 units of free currency for whatever Pokémon app game they play.Also, there's the little matter of WB liquidating gamedev studios. We hate that.– AND FOR YOU: a free Steam code!– PLUS: Saints Row, Lost Records, Skype!This podcast is mixed by Joe Fourhman and includes Joe Haygood, Tony Sadowski, Joe Fourhman and Kat Riley on vocals. You can download the podcast directly from here or click on one of the links below to subscribe. This episode features “Arcade Puzzler,” “Arcade Heroes,” and “Coin Op Chaos” by Eric Matyas, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.soundimage.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Considering a franchise but don't know where to start? Discover the Bloomin' Blinds franchise opportunity! In this episode of the Franchise Freedom Podcast, Giuseppe Grammatico interviews Kelly Macht and Kelsey Stewart from Bloomin' Blinds, revealing their unique approach to franchising, their focus on technology (including AI!), and their commitment to supporting first-time business owners. Learn about their business model, ideal candidate, and success stories.Connect with Franchise Freedom on:Website: https://ggthefranchiseguide.com/podcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giuseppe-grammatico/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GGTheFranchiseGuideX: https://twitter.com/ggfranchguideInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ggthefranchiseguide/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ggthefranchiseguideApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franchise-freedom/id1499864638Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13LTN5UzA57w2dTB4iV0fmThe Franchise Freedom: Discover Your New Path to Freedom Through Franchise Ownership, Book by Giuseppe Grammatico https://ggthefranchiseguide.com/book or purchase directly on Amazon.

Is it time to clean out the shed, or empty out that garage? The WBF Shopper has brought listeners together since 1969. Tom takes your phone calls and highlights this weekend's Bloomin' Arts Festival in Bartow!

Unlock the secrets of turning a family business into a thriving franchise with insights from Kris Stuart of Bloomin' Blinds. Discover how Kris and his family honored their roots while expanding nationally, maintaining a family-first ethos that supports franchisees in balancing both work and personal commitments. Chris shares how their unique onboarding approach and brand integration process transcend the corporate norm, inviting newcomers to feel like family from day one.Explore the innovative methodologies that are transforming Bloomin' Blinds into a beacon of training excellence. Learn about their revolutionary OSHA-certified training platforms that prioritize functionality over aesthetics, enabling franchisees to master challenging installations with confidence. Hear how the introduction of the Bloomin' Scale operational platform empowers franchisees with tools and resources while valuing their autonomy. Kris also discusses the delicate balance between offering support and respecting individual expertise among franchise owners.Our conversation takes a deeper turn as we discuss the power of transparency and humility in building robust franchise relationships. Embrace the value of vulnerability and discover how it can elevate credibility and customer connections in today's competitive market. With a focus on fostering community, Kris and I highlight the strategic importance of industry expertise, community engagement, and the benefits of connecting through franchise networks. Hear how they prepare for their Franchise Business Network holiday event, aimed at strengthening relationships and sharing stories that inspire the franchise community.We don't just talk about operations, we help you refine them. Check out how FranWise can help your business!

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Grab your coffee, it's time to talk ball! Craig and Rob are back for a second cup of coffee and a trip around the SEC to preview all 13 bowl games. We also take a moment to debate our favorite holiday drinks, why the Bloomin' Onion is the OG of chain steakhouse food!

Ready to make your new year's resolution stick?In this episode, Sharon Watts, a former corporate leader turned life coach, shares her powerful goal-setting framework to help you uncover what truly matters and design a life that reflects your deepest aspirations.What to Listen For:The surprising power of a single positive thought in transforming stress into confidenceWhy traditional work-life balance might be a myth—and how to create work-life harmony insteadThe three essential questions Sharon uses to guide clients to clarityThe secret to moving from scarcity to abundance thinking when facing challengesPractical steps for making meaningful changes that stick, starting todaySharon brings wisdom and actionable strategies to help you set and achieve goals that truly matter. Ready to unlock your potential? Tune in to this episode and start creating a life that feels aligned and fulfilling.From This Episode:Sharon Watts' website: Bloomin' BravelyDreamer's Playbook: The Ultimate Blueprint to Create a Career and Life You LoveRESOURCES: Book a FREE Discovery Call with Amy Lang Access the FREE Masterclass: How To Optimize Your Sleep Order Amy's book Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself From Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating. Join our private Facebook group: Moxie Club Meetup Follow Amy on Instagram @habitwhisperer

What'd you like? Send us a text.Walter tells us how his one-man musical version of “300” went in its out-of-two tryout. Then the guys discuss the pros and cons of cat psychologists. Edie, the Breakfast Fairy welcomes her friend: Mr. Leftover. There's a song about scary family holidays. Plus, a billionaire ghost; how a spiffy résumé can really open doors; and Chip Bitterman gets pissed off about wind chill factors.• Get more laughs! Visit our website ducklogiccomedy.com• Tweet us at @Duck_Logic• Or Facebook us at facebook.com/ComedyHalfHour• Theme song “Waiting” by Camp Edwards (more at Spotify, etc)• Special thanks to zapsplat.com for most of our “canned” SFX Thanks for listening! Listen to more. You'll laugh... and how!

In the Culture Translator Roundtable, we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:24 1. Bloomin' Onion: 13:16 2. Spam Texts: 24:13 3. Lighting Up: 38:58

Sweetgreen is testing a surprising side dish. Bloomin' Brands is refranchising its Brazilian Outback Steakhouse units. And a company that makes avocado-peeling robots has a new owner.

Watch full video of this week's episode HERE In this installment of TPS Reports the Squares discuss watching sports on your anniversary, Trump on Rogan, Halloween bingo night, Frontier airlines, comedians endorsing politicians, swollen nuts, Skankfest highlights, hanging out with your younger self & directing the "Only A Job" video. Outro song: "Bloomin" by Acumental Smoochie Gang Playlist Term's Album of the Week Playlist Please send questions, stories & whatever else to tpsreportspodcast@gmail.com and feel free to leave us a voicemail at 708-797-3079. The Palmer Squares on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Patreon & more Shop for Official TPS Merchandise

Raising Financially Literate Kids... Advice for Future Parents About Our Guest: Kelsey Stuart is an entrepreneur and franchise owner of Bloomin' Blinds with a strong background in family business. After transitioning his family's business into a successful franchise, Kelsey has navigated the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, learning valuable lessons from unexpected opportunities along the way. His experience during the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped his perspective on business responsibility, particularly for his franchisees. A dedicated father, Kelsey prioritizes teaching his children financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and the value of hard work. He believes in proactive participation in society and advocates for thoughtful decisions about education and career paths. In addition to his business pursuits, Kelsey finds balance in life through creativity, relaxation, and spending meaningful time with his family. Thanks for watching! Takeaways: -Kelsey Stuart family business expanded through franchising. -Franchising was chosen for growth beyond owner-operator roles. -Unexpected business opportunities taught Kelsey valuable lessons. -COVID-19 shifted Kelsey's focus to franchisee responsibility. -Teaching financial literacy and entrepreneurship to kids is a priority. -Kelsey values hard work and proactive participation in society. -He and his wife share a strong entrepreneurial partnership. -Balancing work and family is an ongoing challenge. -Kelsey emphasizes self-awareness and patience in parenting. -Traveling can be both rewarding and overwhelming.

Chances are you've dined at one or more of Bloomin' Brands restaurants. Their brands include Outback Steakhouse, Carrabas, Bonefish Grill, and Fleming's Prime Steakhouse. Casual dining was hit especially hard during the global pandemic, but thanks to innovative thinking, leadership, and loyal customers, Bloomin' Brands continues to grow in the US and abroad. Michael Healy is CFO and Head of Global Business Development for Bloomin' Brands. He's held a number of leadership positions there including CFO of Outback, president of Bonefish Grill, along with roles in supply chain, brand, and strategy. A William & Mary graduate, he visited campus recently and joined us to talk about casual dining, the importance of brand, and the elements customers seek in their favorite restaurants. Learn how the Raymond A. Mason School of Business at William and Mary can help you and your organization develop your top talent through customized executive education and professional development programs. Visit us at www.wmleadership.com. Thank you for listening.

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McDonald's has better options around the world, we are looking at you China & Korea. Funyuns is making Bloomin' Onion rings. Taco sees another cat that is just trying to eat before his commute to work, Trader Joe's is getting people to "de-influence" their product. Loren Listen to the end!

Red Lobster, which is closing nearly two dozen more locations, has a new CEO.  Starbucks' new CEO will have a high-flying commute. And Bloomin' Brands has hired its new CEO away from Delta Air Lines.

As we've learned firsthand, if some yahoo airs a myth or outright lie about your operation, fellow wingnuts are going to listen and believe it, no matter how outrageous the assertion might be. Remember the reports that Paul McCartney had died? Restaurants seem particularly vulnerable to those attempts to smear reputations, a likely result of employing and serving so many people. The chances of alienating someone who then seeks revenge via internet falsehoods is that much greater. On this week's episode of Restaurant Rewind, the podcast that looks into the industry's past for more color on what's happening in the business today, we pedal back to some of the outrageous myths that have been spun about major restaurant brands. How did the home of the Bloomin' Onion come to be accused of satanic worship? And what has McDonald's not supposedly been mixing into its burgers to save money? You'll also hear how someone on social media recently tried to use one of our stories to take a swipe at Panera Bread. Press Play for a rundown on some jaw-dropping myths from the industry's past.

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We're about to head off to Anime Expo, but before that let's get a Bloomin' Onion and watch the presidential debate. Actually, it might be easier (and less painful) to beat the hardest boss in the Elden Ring DLC. We'll review that, tell stories about filming our Steampunk video, pick a winner for our closing theme song contest and… wait are those GOODIES?

Today With Kelsey Stuart: In this episode of Bound by Business, Jessica Harling is joined by Kelsey Stuart, CEO of Bloomin' Blinds, for an insightful conversation about building and franchising a successful family business. Kelsey shares the inspiring story of how he and his brothers transformed their mother's small blind cleaning company into a thriving national franchise by focusing on unique services, fostering strong family bonds, and embracing innovation. Throughout the discussion, Kelsey offers candid insights on navigating the challenges and rewards of working with family members, emphasizing the importance of trust, open communication, and clearly defined roles. Kelsey's story demonstrates the power of thinking outside the box, staying ahead of the competition, and leveraging the strengths of family bonds to overcome challenges and seize opportunities. More About Kelsey Stuart With over 21 years of experience in the window covering industry, I am proud to join my family in the mission to improve the opportunities of our franchise owners. As the CEO, I have the privilege of working side-by-side with our amazing team of franchise support and operations, working together to build strategic direction and vision, and support the franchisees in achieving their goals. I have a passion for the "build" and have an avid appetite for learning new information that helps keep Bloomin' Blinds at the front of innovation. I am always looking for new opportunities to learn, innovate, and collaborate with anyone who is driven towards greatness. Connect with Kelsey Stuart Website Facebook Instagram More About Jessica Harling With unwavering conviction, Jessica Harling can break down complex decisions to simplify an action plan. Her dynamic problem-solving can confront potential obstacles proactively and energize any team, making others feel valued to achieve their ambitious company goals. She is the founder of Behind the Design, a People Operations company that enthusiastically collaborates with leadership to build dream teams! From recruiting to training and process development, their intuition for creating strong emotional connections discovers and nurtures rockstar talent with established streamlined processes that impact the company's bottom line. Connect with Jessica Harling Website Instagram  Facebook  LinkedIn What's new with LuAnn Nigara The Power Talk Friday Tour Watch the Docuseries! http://www.luannnigara.com/cob Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free here. To Get on LuAnn's Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn's Books Here: Book 1: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action Audiobook: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action Book 2: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Pre-Order Book 3: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2 Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn's Website LuAnn's Blog Power Talk Friday Like Us: Facebook | Tweet Us: Twitter | Follow Us: Instagram | Listen Here: Podcast Other Resources Mentioned Exciting Windows! Managing For Profits The Power Talk Friday Tour - LuAnn Nigara Other Shows Mentioned #269: Bound by Business: Working With the In-Laws #272: Bound by Business: Working With a Parent or Child

Customers aren't interested in being marketed to or having products sold to them. What they seek is a genuine connection with brands that truly understand their needs. This is where the opportunity lies to inspire a deep affinity for your brand and products. Marketing today is less about selling and more about building relationships, creating connections, and fostering authenticity! This is the firm belief of our amazing guest on today's episode of Clicks to Bricks. Bronze Major is the Head of Marketing for Carrabba's Italian Grill, one of several casual dining restaurants within the Bloomin' Brands portfolio. Join the conversation as we explore the shifts in restaurant marketing between the pre and post COVID periods, offer insights into converting off-premise diners to on-premise patrons, and introduce the brand's new influencer marketing strategy for 2024. Thanks for tuning in, enjoy. Key Points From This Episode:Par for the course, we start out with a fun fact about our guest Bronze Major.Bronze dives into the story behind Carrabba's Italian Grill.How Carrabba's Italian Grill fits into the Bloomin' Brands portfolio.He details his career journey, over the past ten years.The learnings he gleaned from Publix that he took forward with him.Bronze unpacks the challenges and new initiatives he wanted to implement returning to Carrabba's.Meeting the customer where they are and how they lean into it with their marketing.How priorities have shifted from 2023 to 2024 for Bronze and Carrabba's.He highlights their approach to influencer partnerships and the evolution of word-of-mouth. His advice to other marketers looking at using influencer partnerships.Bronze talks about being featured in the Nation's Restaurant News' Power List.We delve into a discussion on the different kinds of marketing spectrums. The marketing relationship dynamic between his team (corporate) and the franchisees.Local search and the role it plays as a marketing tactic they heavily lean into. The AI conversation and what it sounds like for Bronze and his marketing team. How they are using AI in their marketing right now.An unpopular opinion about marketing that Bronze feels strongly about.His advice to young marketers entering the profession in 2024.Bronze takes on our lightning round of questions!Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Bronze Major on LinkedInNation's Restaurant News' Power ListCarrabba's Italian GrillBloomin' BrandsLeah Burgess on LinkedInAussie GrillBonefish GrillPublixWidow JaneEagle RareHigh WestClase AzulsCasamigos TeremanaAvionSOCiClicks 2 Bricks Marketing Leaders Coffee Chat

We plant a seed and watch magic bloom. Flowers are the essence of magic with their beauty and healing qualities, they are also the essence of magic with their thorns and many compounds... Come sit a spell and smell the roses with your favorite witches. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/witches-talking-tarot/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/witches-talking-tarot/support

We read the papers so you don't have to. Today: Raining Champ? Sunak is just a (very wet) boy, standing in front of a country, asking for a general election. Flower Power. The Chelsea Flower Show is here the papers love it. Plus – The “Miseducation” all right! Apple Music's top 100 albums of all time are out and we are deeply confused. Miranda Sawyer is joined by political sketch writer for The Critic Rob Hutton and comedian Sikisa. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow Paper Cuts: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshow Illustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com  Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Simon Williams. Production. Liam Tait. Assistant Production: Adam Wright. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zack welcomes back Bloomin' Blinds to the show, this time with COO Kris Stuart! We dive deep into the “build” vs “buy” technology stack discussion, how they've implemented AI in the brand, why Bloomin' Blinds is a viable investment today and updates on the brand since they last were on MB in 2020.

The autocomplete function on your phone comes in handy, of course. But is it changing the way we write and how linguists study language? Also, suppose you could invite any two authors, living or dead, to dinner. Who's on your guest list and why? Plus, anchors aweigh! The slang of sailors includes the kind of BOSS you'd better dodge, a barn you sail into, and the difference between the Baja Ha-Ha and the Baja Bash. All that, and a brain game about body parts, conked out and zonked out, synonyms for synonym, ferhunsed, chronopaguous, nemophilist, sea-kindly, smithereens, and standing on my own two pins. This episode is sponsored by NordVPN. Get a discount when you go to https://NordVPN.com/AWAYWITHWORDS. Read full show notes, hear hundreds of free episodes, send your thoughts and questions, and learn more on the A Way with Words website: https://waywordradio.org/contact. Be a part of the show: call 1 (877) 929-9673 toll-free in the United States and Canada; worldwide, call or text/SMS +1 (619) 800-4443. Email words@waywordradio.org. Twitter @wayword. Copyright Wayword, Inc., a 501(c)(3) corporation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hawk has the news, orders a Bloomin' Onion at Applebee's, Mark Rosen shares his thoughts on the Jets QB situation