Podcasts about Blossom

Many parents operate in a constant state of low-grade urgency; and it's not just in your head. In this episode with Dr. Blossom, we unpack how the default parent role reshapes your nervous system, leaving your body stuck in a state of chronic anticipation. You'll walk away with a clearer understanding of what's happening biologically, and how to finally come down. Contact: hello@drjenniferblossom.com  IG: @drjenniferblossom  THE SECOND BLOOM JOURNAL

Prepare a nutritious banana blossom thoran with Nimmy Paul, who teaches cooking classes from her home, and specializes in the cuisine of Kerala and her Syrian Christian community. Thoran is a dry, stir-fried dish of vegetables and coconut from South India. In this dish, Nimmy Paul shows us how to utilize all parts of the banana blossom– the petals, the baby immature bananas, and the heart– stir fried with curry leaves and spices. Watch the full documentary and find recipes here! https://www.plantforwardkitchen.org/india

In a conversation that transcends the usual boundaries of science and soul, Suzanne Giesemann and Mayim Bialik explore Mayim's remarkable journey from early fame on Blossom to her academic career in neuroscience, and the spiritual awakening that followed. This episode is for anyone who has ever wondered: can science and spirituality coexist? And what happens when the brain encounters the soul? Suzanne's latest release NOW AVAILABLE!!!! Making the Afterlife Connection: The Journey From Doubt to Knowing Death is Not the End - https://suzannegiesemann.com/making-the-afterlife-connection/ Mediumship - Sacred Communications from Loved Ones Across the Veil https://suzannegiesemann.com/mediumship-book/ The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's nothing quite like cooking outside, and summer provides the perfect opportunity to light a fire and cook up a feast, all inspired by expert tips and recipes courtesy of chef and author, Gill Meller.Highlighting delicious recipes from his book ‘Outside', Gill joins Sarah on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange' to share stories of his early forays cooking outdoors, the recipes he couldn't live without, and some common pitfalls to avoid when you're inevitably inspired to cook on the fire.In this episode, discover:Advice for cooking delicious meals outdoors, transforming flavours and the importance of great ingredientsThe origins of the personal connection that Gill shares with cooking and the outdoorsIndispensable tools and techniques for successful cooking, and advice on how to manage a fire effectively and safelyThe primal joy of outdoor cooking, and how it engages all our senses Outside by Gill Meller:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Outside-Recipes-Wilder-Way-Eating/dp/1787137473Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

We sat down with the HCIC (Head Chick in Charge) of Honey Blossom Press, and *whew*—it was way more than an interview. Keisha Mennefee came with the gems, the EXCLUSIVES, and the unapologetic realness. So grab your Note-Books, Blankets, and Booze, because we're diving deep into Black history, Black joy, and of course, all things Black love.Guest @honeyblossompress on IG Follow the hosts: @krissygcu on IG@booksandsoul1 on IGFollow the podcast @getcaughtuppodcast on IG, TikTok & YouTubeSubscribe anchor.fm/getcaughtupDonationsCash App $UP2016

Writer's Voice: compelling conversations with authors who challenge, inspire, and inform. Episode Summary This week: Grandmaster of crime fiction Laura Lippman joins us to talk about her delightful new mystery, Murder Takes a Vacation. The novel brings back Muriel “Mrs.” Blossom—now a wealthy, single woman in her sixties—on a river cruise where art theft, murder, … Continue reading Laura Lippman on MURDER TAKES A VACATION: Art, Age, and a Woman's Right to Reinvent Herself →

I had such a lovely time chatting with this week's podcast guest, Josh Williams, about one of my favorite tree medicines, and one that is often found in urban landscapes – the lovely linden (Tilia spp.). Josh shared so many gems about this beloved tree, from harvesting tips to how to make the most of its medicine, and he even told a beautiful story about linden from Roman mythology.Every year during linden bloom time, Josh gathers its sweetly-scented flowers and prepares a syrup with them, for use in beverages, to drizzle over food, in baking, and more. He's shared his method for preparing Linden Blossom Syrup with us, and I can't wait to try it! You can find your beautifully illustrated recipe card here.By the end of this episode, you'll know:► What makes linden such wonderful medicine for both the emotional and the physical heart► Six ways of working with linden medicinally► Questions to ask (and who you might ask!) before gathering plants in an urban area ► Eight indications that you might benefit from linden's gifts► The surprising relationship between linden and cacao► and so much more…For those of you who don't know him, Josh Williams is a full time clinical herbalist in practice at Flow Acupuncture & Apothecary in downtown South Lake City, Utah. His community care focus centers stress, resilience and adaptability alongside the endless spiritual support the plants offer for us. Josh has been working with the plants for over 25 years and has been sharing free weekly classes on his YouTube Channel for four years. He has written two textbooks on the subjects of spiritual herbalism and his tradition of modern plant spirit work, both available from Aeon Books in London.I can't wait to share our conversation with you today!----Get full show notes and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.comFor more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet on Instagram!Working successfully with herbs requires three essential skills. Get introduced to them by taking my free herbal jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter.If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it!On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health.Learn more about Herbs with Rosalee at herbswithrosalee.com.----Rosalee is an herbalist and author of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal and co-author of the bestselling book Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine. She's a registered herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild and teaches many popular online courses....

In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share five quick, but action tips, as how to build wealth without obsessing over money. Many people falsely believe millionaire status is only achieved by people who have an "edge," or are considered a "money genius." This couldn't be further from the truth. This episode lays out a quick five step blueprint as how to reach millionaire status without money becoming your identity. ---⚡️ Sign up for a 7-day FREE trial of the ⁠Rich Habits Network⁠, ⁠click here!⁠ Don't miss out on our weekly livestreams. ---

After nervous system regulation, many women experience a lag between physiological safety and cognitive identity, what neuroscience refers to as a mismatch between implicit memory and present reality. In this episode, Dr. Blossom unpacks how neuroplasticity allows the body to adapt faster than self-perception, creating internal dissonance even in calm environments. You'll learn the science behind identity lag, why it surfaces post-healing, and how to realign your internal narrative with your current capacity. Contact: hello@drjenniferblossom.com  IG: @drjenniferblossom  THE SECOND BLOOM JOURNAL

A CLASSIC ROCKER FINDS OUT HE HAS A LOVE CHILD FROM THE 80's, some insane Movies announced and A wild list of celebrities and how they caught their significant others cheating… it's like celebs are just like us guys!CRAP ON FRIDAY Rick Moranis has been gone way too long. Even those new "Ghostbusters" movies didn't lure him back to Hollywood. But I am quite excited to announce that he WILL return to once again play Dark Helmet in "Spaceballs 2"!!! Bill Pullman will return as the hero Lone Starr, too. And Mel Brooks will be back as Yogurt . . . and, presumably . . . President Skroob. (He played both characters in the original.) Josh Gad co-wrote the script, and he's expected to be in it, too. Pullman's son Lewis Pullman has also been cast, along with Keke Palmer . . . but there's no word who they're playing. There's also no word on any other returning cast members. Obviously, John Candy, Joan Rivers, and Dick Van Patten won't be back, since they're no longer with us. Mel released the first teaser yesterday. There's no footage, since filming hasn't begun yet. It starts with a text crawl that makes fun of all the "Star Wars" prequels, sequels, sequels to the prequels, prequels to the sequels, and TV spin-offs. Then it lists all the "Dune", "Jurassic Park", "Avatar", and Marvel movies, plus DC's TWO attempts to start a cinematic universe . . . and just about every other overdone franchise you can name. Then, after a quick appearance from Mel, we get a shot of Rick Moranis' cracked helmet, and the tagline: "The Schwartz Awakens in 2027." Which sounds like a possible title but it's spaceballs and mel brooks so it could be anything. Here is Mel making his announcement. Jerry Seinfeld Proposes ‘Live-Action Sequel' to 'Bee Movie'Jerry Seinfeld has people buzzin' with this idea!The comedic genius posted about the possibility of a “live-action sequel” to his 2007 animated hit Bee Movie.“Bee Movie, which came out nearly 20 years ago, is #4 on Netflix,” he wrote on Instagram showing a hand holding a tennis ball with a honey bee on it. The next slide was the movie's poster, an image of Seinfeld's character Barry B. Benson similarly straddling a tennis ball.“Today, my friend Spike Feresten, one of the writers on the film, was playing tennis and this happened."He continued, “Clearly a sign. Time for a live-action sequel..?" DreamWorks' Bee Movie, which Seinfeld produced, co-wrote, and starred in along with Renée Zellweger, has become a cult favorite since its release.Bee Movie also featured the voices of Matthew Broderick, John Goodman, Chris Rock, Kathy Bates, Megan Mullally, Oprah Winfrey, and several celebrities appearing as animated versions of themselves, including Larry King, Ray Liotta, and Sting.Saint Louis' own Nelly and Ashanti are putting their lives on TV for all to see. They announced an upcoming reality show called Nelly & Ashanti: We Belong Together.A show synopsis says Nelly and Ashanti "rekindle their love, navigate the ups and downs of being newlyweds and new parents, and juggle their careers."The eight-episode series will air on Peacock starting June 26th.A DNA Test Connects Billy Idol To A Son He Didn't Know He HadDetails on the lovechild Billy Idol didn't know he had until a few years ago have surfaced.Idol's daughter, Bonnie, shared in the new doc, 'Billy Idol Should Be Dead', "My husband just surprised me with a DNA test as a Christmas present [a few years ago]. Then a few weeks later, I get the results back on the app and open it and I'm like, who is this? This Brant. His info reads, 'New York, 1985, looking for my biological dad.' I was like, ‘What?'"Brant, Idol's lovechild, grew up believing his dad was someone else until a different DNA questioned his mother's claims about his father. After confronting his mom, she told Brant, "Well, it's pretty crazy, but back in the day, we broke up and I actually spent a weekend with Billy Idol."Fans have done the math and calculate that Brant was conceived during Idol's wildly successful 1984 'Rebel Yell' tour.Idol has whole-heartedly accepted Brant as family, saying, "I really enjoyed being a dad. I always wanted a boy and a girl, and I finagled my way into a boy and a girl. I actually had a son that I didn't realize, who I fathered on the Rebel Yell tour without knowing it. So I somehow finagled this as well."Brant was at Idol's Walk of Fame ceremony back in 2023.Prime Video Will Soon Show Double The AdsAmazon Prime Video is about to double the number of commercials shown per hour on its ad-supported membership level. An Adweek report got the news from an Amazon spokesperson about the amount of commercials going to "four to six minutes per hour" from the two to three minutes that Prime users are used to. In 2024, subscribers who had ad-free access were forced to pay an extra $3 a month to maintain the status. Jay-Z Loses $1 Million NBA Finals Bet Jay-Z is out $1 million after losing a bet on the NBA Finals. Jay placed a bet prior to the series, banking on the Oklahoma City Thunder to win the championship in five games. After Wednesday night's Thunder loss to the Indiana Pacers, OKC can't win the series unless they do it in six or seven games. Jay-Z would have won $3.5 million if the bet had cashed in. With a net worth of $2.5 billion, we're sure Jay-Z will be alright. Ok you guys remember Spinal Tap? The Album cover debate with the label and why it became an all black cover or as Nigel would say NONE MORE BLACK? It was because the original had a woman on all fours with a dog leash on and it was deemed sexist…. To which Nigel replies “Whats wrong with being sexy? Well get this, Sabrina Carpenter announced her new album yesterday, and it's causing a lot of controversy. It's called "Man's Best Friend", and the cover has Sabrina on all fours, in front of a man who's pulling a handful of her hair. A women's advocacy group in Scotland called it "regressive", saying it reduces women to, quote, "pets, props, and possessions," and promotes "an element of violence and control." Sabrina's fans are defending it as SATIRE, and a commentary on how badly women are treated. And some are pointing out that the first single, "Manchild", actually makes FUN of men. HERE IS A CLIP OF THATMeanwhile, in the new "Rolling Stone" cover story, Sabrina talks about being criticized for the sexual imagery in her stage show. She says, quote "It's always so funny to me when people complain. They're like, 'All she does is sing about this.' But those are the songs that you've made popular. Clearly you love sex. You're obsessed with it." She adds, quote, "I truly feel like I've never lived in a time where women have been picked apart more, and scrutinized in every capacity. I'm not just talking about me. I'm talking about every female artist that is making art right now." Pope Leo isn't even the most famous guy in his family. The "New York Times" researched his family tree, and found out that he's related to a bunch of celebrities. The link is an ancestor from about six generations back. He name was Louis Boucher de Grandpre, and he was born in Quebec.And because of him, Leo is distant cousins with Justin Bieber, Justin Trudeau, Angelina Jolie, Hillary Clinton, Jack Kerouac, and Madonna. It's interesting that Leo would be related to Madonna, given that the Catholic Church has condemned her several times . . . most famously when she released her "Like a Prayer" video in 1989. A few years ago, Madonna reached out to Pope Francis, asking to meet with him to discuss "important matters." She told him, quote, "I've been ex-communicated 3 times. It doesn't seem fair." If you've ever wondered how the creators of "Friends" came up with the character of Joey Tribbiani . . . we might just have the answer this morning. Joey Lawrence claims Matt LeBlanc's character was based on HIS character Joey Russo from "Blossom". Lawrence says, quote, "Joey Russo was so successful that when they were creating 'Friends', they wanted a 25-year-old version of that." Supposedly, Matt's character wasn't even originally called Joey, but they changed it because the "Blossom" character was so successful. Joey even claims that Matt was sent to tapings of "Blossom" where he would, quote, "sit up in the audience with a yellow notepad and take notes on how I portrayed Joey Russo." He says they wanted Matt to bring the "innocence" of Joey Russo to Joey Tribbiani, so the character could, quote, "get away with his womanizing." I guess the Grammys were sick of hearing about whether Beyoncé deserved to win Best Country Album for "Cowboy Carter". So, they just announced a major change. For next year's Grammys, the award formally known as Best Country Album will now be called Best Contemporary Country Album . . . and they will also be adding a new category: Best Traditional Country Album. There's a lot to unpack here. And one year after Beyoncé wins makes the timing of this all the more clickbait-y. According to the Grammy website, "traditional country music", quote, "adheres to the more traditional sound structures of the country genre, including rhythm and singing style, lyrical content, as well as traditional country instrumentation such as acoustic guitar, steel guitar, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, piano, and live drums." Where "contemporary country music", quote, "remains reminiscent and relevant to the legacy of country music's culture, while also engaging in more contemporary music forms." Someone tweeted, "Morgan Wallen and Post Malone better not be in the traditional country category at the Grammys, because in what world are they traditional country?" Wait, hold up. When Morgan collaborated with Alvin and the Chipmunks, that wasn't traditional country??New in Theaters: "How to Train Your Dragon", "Materialists", and "The Life of Chuck" There's nothing like a good breakup story. Here are seven times a celebrity found out their partner was cheating in an unconventional way: 1. Demi Moore learned that Ashton Kutcher was having an affair in 2011, from a Google Alert. When she called him on it, he admitted it right away. Her response was, quote, "Are you [effing] kidding me?" 2. Britney Spears started dating lawyer David Lucado in 2012. But in 2014, her father found out there was paparazzi footage of David kissing another woman. He bought it to prevent it from being released, and Britney broke it off. 3. Kourtney Kardashian dumped Scott Disick in 2008, after finding texts on his phone from a contact called, quote, "my wife." They did the on-and-off thing until 2015, when photos emerged of Scott with another woman in France. 4. Elizabeth Hurley found out Hugh Grant was cheating on her in 1995, when he got arrested for GETTING IT ON with Sunset Boulevard prostitute Divine Brown in his car. They didn't break up until 2000, and they're still friends. 5. Laura Dern found out Billy Bob Thornton was being unfaithful when the news broke that he had ELOPED with Angelina Jolie in 2000. She was away making a movie, and she never saw it coming. 6. Eva Longoria's marriage to NBA star Tony Parker ended in 2010, after she found inappropriate texts with another woman on his phone. 7. This one's ancient history, but it was a HUGE tabloid story back in the day: In 1958, actress Debbie Reynolds was missing her husband, Eddie Fisher, because he was supposedly away on tour. So she decided to give her friend Elizabeth Taylor a call . . . and who answered Liz's phone? Eddie FREAKIN' Fisher. (!!!) Eddie left Debbie and married Liz, but that only lasted five years.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Between starting out at Jamie Oliver's Fifteen Cornwall, a spot on Alan Titchmarsh's new TV show, and raising two young daughters, organic grower Anna Greenland is a modern horticultural heroine.Returning to ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange' this month, Anna joins Sarah to share how she inspires her children to grow with her, tips for encouraging younger family members to embrace gardening, and what to sow or harvest now to enjoy the kitchen garden's greatest gifts.In this episode, discover:How Anna became a passionate vegetable grower and her journey from front of house at Jamie Oliver's restaurant, to growing and supplying produce at the Lost Gardens of HeliganA glimpse into the life of gardening with children, and creative ways to engage kids in the gardenPractical growing tips for July, with Anna's pick of what to harvest now, and what to sow for autumn and winter cropsAnna's endeavours as a gardening expert, working on Alan Titchmarsh's gardening show, and her involvement with the garden writing subscription ScribehoundProducts mentioned:Chicory 'Variegato di Castelfranco'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/chicory-variegato-di-castelfrancoCarrot 'Nantes 5'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/carrot-nantes-5Salad Leaf Autumn & Winter Mixhttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/autumn-and-winter-salad-leaf-mixWinter purslane (Claytonia)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/winter-purslaneFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

As May turns to June the weather can often be blustery at Perch Hill, so it's the perfect moment to get supports and stakes in place to avoid plants being damaged in high winds.Inspired by the sustainable materials that grow plentifully in this particular part of East Sussex, this week's ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange' is a masterclass on sustainable staking as Sarah unpacks the most suitable materials, where to source them, and most importantly, the best methods to ensure they won't budge in a storm.In this episode, discover:How to embrace sustainable staking materials, from long-lasting chestnut stakes to stately silver birch teepeesThe secret sailor's knot that'll keep your plants secure even in the wildest galesWhy leaving your dahlias in the ground and creating a cat's cradle support system is the ultimate low-effort trick for stunning, upright plantsThe art of creating natural plant supports that will disappear into your garden, making your borders look effortlessly elegant Products mentioned:Cynara cardunculushttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/cynara-cardunculusDelphinium border collectionhttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/delphinium-border-collectionWillow flower stakeshttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/willow-flower-stakesHeritage chunky twinehttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/heritage-chunky-twineChestnut hurdleshttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/chestnut-hurdlesFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Join us as we explore gentle sleep support—for both parents and babies—with Sierra Brooks, CAPPA Certified Postpartum Doula, Gentle Sleep Coach, and Certified Lactation Counselor.  In this episode, Sierra shares insights into how helping parents understand the biological needs of their babies, and how to accommodate those needs while getting enough rest themselves, can reduce maternal mental health struggles. After years of “cry it out” being the norm, Sierra offers a fresh perspective on emerging, more compassionate, and evidence-based sleep strategies.  By understanding these evolving approaches, we can better support the families we teach, treat, and care for.  About Sierra  Sierra Brooks is the owner and founder of Bud to Blossom, a Salt Lake City-based company dedicated to supporting the postpartum needs of new and growing families. As a CAPPA Certified Postpartum Doula, Gentle Sleep Coach, and Certified Lactation Counselor, Sierra helps families understand the cycles, rhythms, and cues of babies and guides parents as they implement sleep strategies tailored to their needs.  She has expanded Bud to Blossom to offer services such as birth doula support, infant feeding guidance, photography, and more—with the ultimate goal of helping families feel supported, confident, and prepared on their parenting journey.  Listen and Learn:  How new families can maximize their sleep and rest  How better sleep can help reduce mental health difficulties  What families should look for when interviewing sleep counselors, coaches, or trainers  How to teach parents about the baby's biological needs for sleeping and eating  The roles and philosophies of different sleep support professionals  When it's the right time to seek professional sleep help   How to help families choose the practitioner that is right for them  Why bringing the baby outside the house daily supports sleep cycles  How “noticing” is different from “tracking” to reduce anxiety  What the difference is between active sleep and deep sleep in babies  Resources & Mentions:  More Info on Sierra:  Email: sierra@bud2blossom.com  Website: Bud to Blossom  Instagram: @bud2blossomgram  Sleep Counseling Institute:  Website: sleepcounselinginstitute.com/sci-certification  *Use code injoy for a discount  Instagram: @thesleepwich  Sierra's Favorite Baby Sleep Expert:  Dr. Lyndsey Hookway  Instagram: @lyndsey_hookway  Website: lyndseyhookway.com  Recommended Books:  Let's Talk About Your Family Sleep (for parents)  Holistic Sleep Coaching (for professionals)  Related Products from InJoy:  Understanding Your Newborn Curriculum  Understanding Postpartum Health & Your Baby Curriculum  Understanding Infant & Child Safety Curriculum  Related Blogs and Podcasts from InJoy:   Podcast: Making Safe Sleep Possible for all Families with Devon George of Cribs for Kids 

In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share their three favorite strategies to hedge against volatility in 2025. For the first few minutes of the episode, we're joined by Stephen Sikes, the Chief Operating Office of Public, to get an inside scoop as to how their millions of users are also hedging against volatility!---

It's not too late—and you're not behind. In this mid-year episode, Dr. Blossom guides you through a grounded, nervous-system-friendly approach to reassessing your goals and reconnecting with your current season. Learn how to reset your next six months with clarity, energy alignment, and intentional momentum. Contact: hello@drjenniferblossom.com  IG: @drjenniferblossom  GOAL GUIDE

Special Announcement: We will be giving a talk at the Snohomish City Library in Washington about getting started in homeschooling. If you live in the area feel free to come out and say hello! Date: Saturday, June 21st Time: 2pm-4pm Location: Snohomish, Wa City Library In this week's episode we talk about our Summer of Science and many other things we'll be working on this summer. Find Secular Curriculum with our Resource Selector https://www.homeschool-together.com/secular-resources Support The Podcast If you like what you hear, consider supporting the podcast: https://homeschooltogether.gumroad.com/l/support Consider Leaving Us A Review If you have a quick moment, please consider leaving a review on iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeschool-together-podcast/id1526685583 Show Notes Blossom and Root - https://www.blossomandroot.com/ Blossom and Root Space Science - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--LL9XB-9bI All About Reading - https://www.allaboutlearningpress.com/ Math Mammoth - https://www.mathmammoth.com/ Right Start - https://store.rightstartmath.com/ Evan Moor Science - https://amzn.to/4kHJ2mH Evan Moor STEAM - https://amzn.to/4dI01mw YouTube Word Swipe - https://www.youtube.com/playables/Ugkxbre9EsQ4YoOidwVm990R03VuWyjX2Cw1 Connect with us Website: http://www.homeschool-together.com/ Store: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/homeschooltogether Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/homeschooltogetherpodcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/homeschooltogetherpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/hs_together The Gameschool Co-Op: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gameschoolcoop/ Email: homeschooltogetherpodcast@gmail.com

Melissa Manchester is a Musical Superstar and Grammy winning singer, songwriter and actress. Her career has spanned over 50 years. She's written and recorded a number of hit records starting with “Midnight Blue” (1973) which she wrote with Carole Bayer Sager. In 1980 she was the first artist in the history of the Academy Awards to have, and to perform on the show, two movie nominated theme songs. She's acted in movies like “For The Boys” with Bette Midler, in TV series like “Blossom”, and on stage in 2023 in a National Tour of “Funny Girl”.My featured song is my recent single “Lovely Girlie”. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!Click here for All Episodes Click here for Guest List Click here for Guest Groupings Click here for Guest TestimonialsClick here to Subscribe Click here to receive our Email UpdatesClick here to Rate and Review the podcast—----------------------------------------CONNECT WITH MELISSA:www.melissamanchester.com_________________________ROBERT'S RECENT SINGLES:“DAY AT THE RACES” is Robert's newest single.It captures the thrills, chills and pageantry of horse racing's Triple Crown. Called “Fun, Upbeat, Exciting!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS___________________“MOON SHOT” reflects my Jazz Rock Fusion roots. The track features Special Guest Mark Lettieri, 5x Grammy winning guitarist who plays with Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers. The track has been called “Firey, Passionate and Smokin!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS____________________“ROUGH RIDER” has got a Cool, ‘60s, “Spaghetti Western”, Guitar-driven, Tremolo sounding, Ventures/Link Wray kind of vibe!CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—--------------------------------“LOVELY GIRLIE” is a fun, Old School, rock/pop tune with 3-part harmony. It's been called “Supremely excellent!”, “Another Homerun for Robert!”, and “Love that Lovely Girlie!”Click HERE for All Links—----------------------------------“THE RICH ONES ALL STARS” is Robert's single featuring the following 8 World Class musicians: Billy Cobham (Drums), Randy Brecker (Flugelhorn), John Helliwell (Sax), Pat Coil (Piano), Peter Tiehuis (Guitar), Antonio Farao (Keys), Elliott Randall (Guitar) and David Amram (Pennywhistle).Click HERE for the Official VideoClick HERE for All Links—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com 

A live conversation with Mark Vernon, Katy Carr and Dexter Bentley from the Hello Goodbye Show.Who was William Blake? What might his music have sounded like? What did he say about the imagination? Why might he understand our predicament today?Mark Vernon and Katy Carr joined Dexter Bentley on Resonance FM to talk William Blake on Saturday 31st May 2025. Katy played six songs - her settings of the Introductions from the Songs of Innocence and also from the Songs of Experience, as well as The Lamb and TheTyger, and finally London and The Blossom.For more on Mark see - https://www.markvernon.com/For more on Katy see - https://katycarr.com/For more on the Hello Goodbye Show see https://hellogoodbyeshow.com/For more on the Idler -  https://www.idler.co.uk/Mark's book is Awake! William Blake and the Power of the Imagination (out June 2025 in the UK, September 2025 in the US).

This year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show was yet another terrific exhibition of horticultural beauty, to which Arthur Parkinson had a fabulous front-row seat. Arthur takes the mic on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange' this week, once again bringing you the best in show, from the headlines of royal roses to the lesser-known stories from incredible stands and gardens at the show.In this episode, discover:A rose fit for a King, with David Austin's announcement of a new varietyThe Great Pavillion's most grand displays, and what made it Arthur's favourite part of the showSome of the incredible stands run by organisations with purpose, such as the Songbird Survival Trust and Women of the GlasshouseProducts mentioned:Crabapplehttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/crabappleCosmos bipinnatus 'Rubenza'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/cosmos-bipinnatus-rubenzaDigitalis purpurea 'Sutton's Apricot'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/digitalis-purpurea-suttons-apricotPapaver somniferum 'Black Beauty'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/papaver-somniferum-black-beautyFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

In this episode, Dr. Blossom uncovers how micro-stimulation (tiny, constant hits of input) fractures your focus and drains your nervous system. If you're craving clarity, energy, and full presence, this is where you start calling it back!  Contact: hello@drjenniferblossom.com  IG: @drjenniferblossom  GOAL GUIDE

Episode Description:Listen in as Simon Benn, an adult adoptee, of Thriving Adoptees Podcast, and THRIVE trainer shares the most important tips for foster and adoptive parents to help your children blossom. He has a wealth of insight gathered in nearly 500 interviews of adult adoptees and those in the adoption constellation.Show Notes:Thriving Adoptees PodcastExpert Biography of Simon Benn: I was adopted at 5 weeks old and told so early I don't ever remember not knowing. My childhood was good and adoption wasn't an issue. At 40 I found out that my childhood teddy bear was gift from my birth mother. A volcano of anger erupted within me. Then a feeling of being unloved. Adoption had left me hot and business success had left me cold. This kickstarted a learning process and, eventually, sharing what I've learned to help adoptees thrive.Simon Benn is based in the United Kingdom, but known internationally and created the Thriving Adoptees Podcast and hosts webinars and a blog in support of helping other adoptees thrive.Podcast Description: Trauma and attachment experts share the latest information specifically related to adoptive, foster and kinship parenting. Every month, you will find helpful insights and practical parenting tips in Help One Child's blog and podcast releases.

Mika Obanda is a Kenyan artist who creates vibrant and personal mosaics using egg shells sourced from local hotels. Cleaning, drying and colouring them, before painstakingly placing each individual tiny piece onto his canvases. Frenny Jowi visits him in his studio in the Nairobi slum of Mukuru as he works on his latest collection. It is a series called Trying to Blossom, in which he often places himself at the centre of his art works, showing not only his own journey as an artist and a person, but also as an activist, reflecting spirituality, love and the wider issues facing himself and his community.

Want to win some MSI Swag along with an MSI MPG Z890 Carbon WiFi Motherboard? Here's how: Take a picture of your custom build using an MSI component, and include a handwritten note with your discord username along with “DLC Podcast” in the picture. Then, join the MSI Discord (https://discord.gg/msi) and submit your entry in the #podcast-channel. This week, Jeff and Christian welcome Mike Futter from the Virtual Economy podcast back to the show to discuss the state of the industry based on Circana's April sales report, Fortnite making its triumphant return to iOS, USB mice support for Switch 2, and more! The Playlist: Mike: Blue Prince, Power Rangers: Rita Rewind, TMNT: Tactical Takedown, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Christian: Blades of Fire demo, Star Wars Outlaws - A Pirate's Fortune DLC  Jeff: Demos: Cast n Chill, Artis Impact, Jump the Track, Oscuro Blossom's Glow, Rue Valley, Future Vibe Check Tabletop Time: Mike: Token Terrors Battlegrounds, Re;Act, Apropos of Movies, Overpower CCG Jeff: Dragonkeepers Parting Gifts!

An assassination attempt on the Shogun is underway during a Kabuki performance in his honor. Our heroes are the only salvation in this surprise attack. How is the attack on the Shogun connected to Haruka Hirano's death and rebirth? And what is the secret that lies beneath the Shogun's palace?Loosely tied in to Assassin's Creed: Shadows.An Everyday Heroes crossover campaign featuring characters inspired by Highlander, The Crow and Assassin's Creed.Check out the new Horror Compendium for Everyday Heroes brought to you exclusively by Dreamslayer Studios! https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/512154/requiem-a-horror-compendium-for-everyday-heroesLike what you see? Support us on Patreon at https://patreon.com/DreamslayerStudiosPick up your Dreamslayer Merch at https://www.teepublic.com/user/dreamslayer-studios or https://dreamslayerstudios.creator-spring.com/Introduction Music: The Gatekeepers by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comMusic by Dark Fantasy Studios.Visit Dreamslayer Studios online at https://dreamslayerstudios.renderforestsites.com/For more Everyday Heroes action check out our other campaigns: Get Charlotte - set in the worlds of Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguezhttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZrWbwUCH4XApGfyDb52ySJri34mZYT5uOzark Requiem: Abaddon's Descent - A Requiem Horror campaignhttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZrWbwUCH4XCLat_AqLzU93ikbGEvVp3P Thanks to our monthly supporters Staci Teter Artalis Jonathan Morton Oraxsis Laura Shepherd Clint Byrd Michael Brightbill

While we all love a trip to the garden centre for short-term inspiration, a more measured approach to buying the right kind of plants for your plot can help you achieve a beautiful and sustainable garden, with year-round interest and resilience.This week on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange' Sarah is joined by Gary Newell, Senior Horticultural Buyer, who advises us to ditch the impulse plant purchases and instead, follow his simple rules for matrix planting – a method he's used to great effect in his own garden at home.In this episode, discover:The art of matrix planting – a nature-led, strategic method used in landscape designWhich plants are best-suited to create a stunning, low-maintenance gardenThe four essential layers of matrix planting – from the ground-hugging base layer, to show-stopping structural shrubsProducts mentioned:Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' AGMhttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/hydrangea-paniculata-limelightHydrangea arborescens 'Incrediball' (Strong Annabelle)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hydrangea-incrediballHydrangea paniculata 'Wim's Red'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hydrangea-paniculata-wims-redBaptisia australishttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/baptisia-australisSalvia nemorosa 'Caradonna'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/salvia-nemarosa-caradonnaAmelanchier lamarckiihttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/amelanchier-lamarckiiCotinus x dummeri 'Grace'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/cotinus-graceCornus kousa var. chinensishttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/cornus-kousa-var-chinensisPelargonium 'Attar of Roses' (Scented)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/pelargonium-attar-of-rosesAmmi majushttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/ammi-majusCosmos bipinnatus ‘Purity'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/cosmos-bipinnatus-purityHelenium ‘Moerheim Beauty'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/helenium-moerheim-beautyFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

- Japan's Prime Minister says his country's financial situation is worse than that of Greece https://fortune.com/2025/05/19/us-debt-top-holder-japan-fiscal-crisis-worse-than-greece/- Steak and Shake begins accepting bitcoin at all locations https://x.com/TFTC21/status/1923235083978146165- Nostr passes five million bitcoin transactions https://stats.nostr.band/#total_zaps- Wallet of Satoshi returning to America with self custody product https://x.com/walletofsatoshi/status/1923875750165479768- China | Injects Billions to Stabilize EconomyThe Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has injected $138 billion in liquidity through interest rate cuts and a 0.5% reduction in banks' reserve requirements, in effect expanding the money supply by 12.5% year-over-year. While the state eases monetary conditions to prop up a fragile system, ordinary citizens are left scrambling to preserve the value of their savings. Bitcoin/CNY trading volumes jumped over 20% in response, as people sought refuge from a weakening yuan. But while some can quietly escape to harder money, others are trapped in a system that treats access to money as a privilege. In Hunan, an elderly woman in a wheelchair died outside a bank after being forced to appear in person to withdraw her own money for medical care. Too weak to pass mandatory facial recognition scans, she collapsed after repeated failed attempts. FinancialFreedomReport.org- Sparrow Wallet v2.2.1: Recent Blocks View, Improved Camera, Tor & P2A Updates https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/sparrow-wallet-v2-2-1/- Cake Wallet v4.28: Payjoin v2 Support https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/cake-wallet-v4-28/- BlueWallet v7.1.8 brings numerous bug fixes, dependency updates, and a new search feature for addresses and transactions https://github.com/BlueWallet/BlueWallet/releases- Nunchuk Android v1.9.68.1 and iOS v1.9.79 introduce support for custom blockchain explorers, wallet archiving, re-ordering wallets on the home screen via long-press, and an anti-fee sniping setting https://github.com/nunchuk-io/nunchuk-android/releases/tag/android.1.68.1- Nostur v1.21.0, a Nostr client for Mac, iPhone, and iPad, adds support for follow packs, Blossom servers (uploading and mirroring), post previews for picture-only posts, an audio-only bar, and other enhancements https://github.com/nostur-com/nostur-ios-public/releases/tag/1.21.0- Telegram shares data on 22,777 users in Q1 2025, a significant increase from the 5,826 users' data shared during the same period in 2024 https://www.404media.co/telegram-gave-authorities-data-on-more-than-20-000-users/0:00 - Intro2:35 - Open water bitcoin7:55 - Dashboard and Pizza Day16:44 - Opportunity Cost app21:03 - Japanese bonds29:16 - Big Beautiful Tax Bill31:57 - Steak n' Shake41:12 - 5M zaps45:18 - Wallet of Satoshi returning to America50:47 - MSTY58:57 - HRF Story of the Week1:04:01 - Open water floating1:21:23 - Software updates1:31:18 - Telegram data sharing1:35:31 - Clickbait and AI1:18:50 - Software updates1:28:45 - Telegram data sharing1:32:58 - Clickbait and AIShoutout to our sponsors:Coinkitehttps://coinkite.com/Bitkeyhttps://bitkey.world/Stakworkhttps://stakwork.ai/Follow Marty Bent:Twitterhttps://twitter.com/martybentNostrhttps://primal.net/martyNewsletterhttps://tftc.io/martys-bent/Podcasthttps://tftc.io/podcasts/Follow Odell:Nostrhttps://primal.net/odellNewsletterhttps://discreetlog.com/Podcasthttps://citadeldispatch.com/

In this episode, Dr. Blossom unpacks the hidden roots of time anxiety—why high-achieving women feel behind even before the day begins. We talk about the biology of urgency, how dysregulation disguises itself as ambition, and what it really takes to reclaim your pace. If you've ever felt guilty for slowing down, this conversation will shift your entire relationship with time. Contact: hello@drjenniferblossom.com  IG: @drjenniferblossom  GOAL GUIDE

In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz interview Alex Lieberman. During this jam-packed conversation, we learn more about Alex's journey building Morning Brew from a college dorm room side hustle into a $75M exit. Alex also gives us a clue into what he's betting on now in 2025. We know this is audio-only, unfortunately we had some recording issues. Stay tuned for Thursday's video episode! Thank you for your flexibility. ---

“ Chinese consumers today are quite different — a massive middle class of 500 million people.  So big upside, but also bigger challenges.”Sarah Kochling is the Founder and Managing Principal of Shanghai Blossom Innovation, where she leads strategic growth initiatives for global brands and startups in China since 2014. With over 30 years of experience across Asia, This is a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and early-stage ventures alike—guiding brand transformation, innovation strategy, and culturally attuned consumer engagement.Sarah got her start at Procter & Gamble in Hong Kong and Guangzhou in the early 1990s, where she managed brands across Greater China during a pivotal time of regional economic opening. Since then, Sarah's experience across China and Asia at J&J International, as well as leading innovation practices at agencies and advising several China startups. Fluent in Mandarin and deeply immersed in the Chinese market, Sarah brings a rare combination of strategic rigor, creative vision, and cross-cultural fluency—helping organizations navigate complexity and chart bold paths forward. Sarah attended is based in Shanghai, China. She studied Mandarin and Political Science from Wellesley College, and holds certifications in Chinese language and law from MIT Sloan. The Chinese University of Hong Kong, the Beijing Foreign Languages Normal College, and Harbin Institute of Technology. Sarah lives in Shanghai. You'll enjoy this candid conversation about a career at the intersection of culture, commerce, and innovation.This is part of our Chinese leaders series - hosted by P&G Alumni Emily Chang. Got an idea for a future “Learnings from Leaders” episode? Reach out at pgalumpod@gmail.com

In today's episode, we dive into the concept of Focus Windows: the natural peaks in your day when your brain is primed for clarity, creativity, and deep work. This isn't about hustle. It's about listening—to your inner rhythms, your nervous system, and your unique cognitive flow. Dr. Blossom walks you through: How to recognize your personal focus windows (hint: it's not the same for everyone) Why working against them leads to burnout and brain fog How to shift your schedule with them to create more ease, momentum, and output—with less internal push Tune in to find your flow. Contact: hello@drjenniferblossom.com  IG: @drjenniferblossom  GOAL GUIDE

Send us a textIn a fairy-tale kingdom where beauty is a brutal business, your fair hosts battle to compete amongst themselves, and will go to any length to catch the listener's ears. On Episode 668 of Trick or Treat Radio we discuss the Norwegian Body Horror Fairy Tale The Ugly Stepsister from director Emilie Blichfeldt! We also discuss Jason Voorhees' new glow up, our excitement over an upcoming 4K release of a cult classic, and the cutthroat business of beauty and expectation! So grab a container to hold all the bodily fluids, make sure you meet all the unfair societal expectations, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: Friday the 13th anniversary, video game glitches, Greg Nicotero, Crystal Lake, the “cock”, Jason Voorhees, the Mask, Michael Myers, it's 8pm somewhere, unibrows, serial killing drifters, Walking Dead, Horror History, Mad Monster, Red Planet Mars, Phantom From Space, The Mysterians, Invisible Invaders, Dr. Blood's Coffin, Peeping Tom, The Black Zoo, Gorath, Battle Beneath the Earth, The Fan, Happy Birthday To Me, The Matrix Reloaded, Creepshow 3, Curse of the Zodiac, Superman, Jurassic Park, Ken Foree, Dr. No, The Wizard of Oz, Alex Winter, Freaked, Jason XXX, Blossom, William Sadler, Ingmar Bergman, The Seventh Seal, Umbrella Entertainment, RIP Joe Don Baker, Umberto Lenzi, Joysticks, Survival of the Film Freaks, The Natural, Deputy Sheriff Thomas Jefferson Geronimo III, Final Justice, Walking Tall, Mitchell, RIP Sabu, ECW, Suicidal Homicidal Genocidal and Spermicidal, Butch Guice, Thick Brothers, RIP Morris the Alligator, RVD, European or Europoopin', Cinderella, Wes Anderson, beauty standards, The Ugly Stepsister, The Substance, Pearl, Mia Goth, Michelle Soavi, the origin of braces, rhinoplasty, Emilie Blichfeldt, Lea Myren, Stanley Kubrick, The Shining, corrupted by the system, practical cocks, Alex Ross of Cocks, The Last Kingdom, Thea Sofie Loch Ness, blue oyster, Dead Mail, getting your U-Tubes tied, Hereditary, My Own Personal Jason, Down With the Thickeness, Norouija Board, The Parlance of Their Times, Domino Effect of Madness, The Prodigal Cock Has Returned, and just a regular Cinderfella.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show

Biennials – plants which flower in their second year – may often be overlooked by us gardeners, but between their value for money, wonderful scent, and versatility they're among the best plants to sow and grow in any garden.Sarah makes the case for brilliant biennials in this episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange', exploring how she came to appreciate their beauty, and which varieties are best for all aspects of your space.In this episode, discover:How the right mix of biennials can fill the awkward May gap with prolific blooms, all for the price of a seed packetThe best early-flowering biennials, from fragrant wallflowers to the scented sweet rocket, Hesperis matronalisMoth-pollinated varieties with rich fragrance and velvety textures to create a pollinator paradiseProducts mentioned:Rosa x odorata 'Mutabilis' (China)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/rosa-x-oderata-mutabilisRosa × odorata 'Bengal Crimson' (China)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/rosa-x-odorata-bengal-crimsonDigitalis purpurea 'Sutton's Apricot'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/digitalis-purpurea-suttons-apricotDigitalis purpurea f. albiflorahttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/digitalis-purpurea-albaWild Sweet William (Saponaria officinalis)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/wild-sweet-williamMatthiola incana 'Vintage Antique Mix'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/matthiola-incana-vintage-antique-mixMalope trifida 'Vulcan'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/malope-trifida-vulcanLunaria annuahttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/lunaria-annuaIceland poppy (Papaver nudicaule)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/papaver-nudicaule-champagne-bubbles-mix-f1Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Is remote agency life really the dream? While many chase the freedom of working from anywhere, the reality is far more complex. In this episode, Lisa Larson-Kelley shares how she built a high-performing remote team—without sacrificing culture, communication, or control. Today's featured guest decided long ago that she prefers the remote option and shares what really makes remote work actually succeed. For her, it comes down to two crucial elements: Creating a solid structure for clear communication and aligned goals Hiring people who thrive in self-led, remote environments Tune in to hear how she built these systems into her agency—and how she still prioritizes meaningful, in-person connection to strengthen team culture. Lisa Larson-Kelley is the CEO and founder of Quantious, a marketing enablement agency specializing in B2B tech companies. Her agency has worked with some of the biggest tech companies in the world, starting with Adobe and building relationships that would later take them to work with Google and Meta. Currently, she's looking forward to leveraging this experience working with big companies to create lasting relationships with smaller startups and mid-market companies as well. She talks about the challenges and benefits of running a remote agency, how she finds talent suited for remote work, and how implementing EOS in her agency operations improved her business' structure, communications, and employees accountability. In this episode, we'll discuss: How EOS gives structure and accountability. The traits she looks for when hiring remote talent How she keeps team culture strong with in-person retreats Why remote work isn't “easier”—but can be better with the right systems.  Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources E2M Solutions: Today's episode of the Smart Agency Masterclass is sponsored by E2M Solutions, a web design, and development agency that has provided white-label services for the past 10 years to agencies all over the world. Check out e2msolutions.com/smartagency and get 10% off for the first three months of service. A Pivot Fueled by Adversity Lisa began her professional journey as a developer, then transitioned to freelance consulting. Seeing she had a knack for explaining technical processes, she took some writing courses and expanded her abilities into content writing. Lisa's freelance work soon attracted several major tech companies. The growing demand for her services prompted her to hire her first intern through Craigslist, initially viewing this expansion as an extension of her freelance business. However, when her husband fell seriously ill, Lisa's need to provide financial stability for her family motivated her to formalize and grow her operation into a proper agency. What had started as individual consulting work had evolved into a full-fledged business born of both opportunity and necessity. Why Lisa's Agency Thrives Remotely—And How Yours Can Too Since founding her agency, Lisa has maintained a primarily remote operation. She did try to run the team from an office a little before Covid restrictions came to send everyone home again, but was finding it tedious, with common complaints about people's choice of food or annoying habits. It seemed as though petty distractions disappeared once they returned to remote work. As the owner of a remote agency, Lisa admits this modality isn't easier—it's just a different kind of hard. To truly succeed, agency owners who want a remote team must take care to carefully choose people suited for this type of work. Some people really do need the presence of someone keeping them accountable. These people find that on-site work provides them a sense of structure and that the interaction with teammates helps improve their performance. Lisa looks for workers who are able to self-manage and are results-oriented. Her team always has access to managers through Slack, of course, but they mostly prefer to manage their work and their time to better fit their lifestyles. Remote teams can leverage technology to enhance collaboration and communication, using tools like video conferencing, project management software, and instant messaging platforms allow team members to work together seamlessly, regardless of their geographical location. Assessing Candidates' Adaptability to Remote Work Not everyone is suited for remote work, so after assessing a candidate's suitability for the role based on their skills and experience, Lisa also looks to identify whether or not they are suited to work in this modality. If you have struggled finding workers who thrive in a remote setting, try to use assessments and structured interview questions to gauge a candidate's suitability. For instance, asking about their strategies for maintaining accountability can reveal much about their potential success in a remote setting. Furthermore, candidates who have previously navigated remote roles often have the skills and mindset necessary to thrive in similar environments. This experience can translate into a more seamless integration into a remote team, as these individuals are likely already familiar with the challenges and best practices associated with this working style. How EOS Can Transform Your Remote Agency Operations The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) has helped many agencies create the sense of structure that some remote teams may be missing. In it, every worker has their goals, so they know what they're working towards, as well the agency's goals for the quarter, so everyone can grow in the same direction. It wasn't immediately easy or intuitive for Lisa to implement EOS into her agency processes. She read the book and tried to self-implement it unsuccessfully. It wasn't until she was introduced to an implementer who could help her with the process and keep her accountable that she felt she was on the right path with this system. With expert guidance, structured meetings became the cornerstone of Lisa's agency operations. These non-negotiable, regularly scheduled sessions ensure team alignment and individual accountability. Using Ninety software, Lisa's team conducts highly organized meetings with clear agendas and built-in timers that keep discussions focused on measurable outcomes and actionable tasks. This systematic approach eliminates wasted time while fostering a culture where team members understand their specific responsibilities. This framework helps Lisa establish high-level objectives aligned with her agency's vision, then break these down into manageable steps by working backward from desired outcomes. For instance, if an agency aims to achieve $20 million in top-line revenue and $10 million in net profit, how does this cascade down to individual team members? This clear linkage between daily activities and long-term objectives helps create a culture of accountability and proactive engagement. Structuring Professional Growth in Remote Agencies Part of the changes introduced with the use of EOS was establishing clear pathways for employee growth, something that employees themselves asked for. While tenure still influences senior positions, the agency's COO developed a three-stage framework that provides visual clarity for professional development. Seed: Your ground-level tasks for any particular role. Blossom: Demonstrating confident competence and Independence in that role. Bloom: Preparing for advancement to the next position. Interestingly, this framework is not necessarily linear recognizing that personal circumstances may cause employees to move between stages. If an employee shifts from "Blossom" back to "Seed," management initiates supportive conversations to discuss their situation and explore potential paths forward based on the employee's choices. This is an important initiative that all agency owners hoping to scale their agency should consider as it forces you to think about ways to scale your team and locate the leaders that will help take the pressure off you as you start to delegate responsibility to them. Furthermore, you'll be taking action to help your team take ownership of their roles, thus increasing retention as you motivate individuals who could get frustrated if they don't see growth opportunities. How In-Person Retreats Build Camaraderie in a Distributed Workforce Running a remote agency takes a lot of organization, structure, and also an appreciation for in-person connection. Lisa understands that while tech keeps teams connected, it can't replace the depth of real, in-person connection.. Hence, to encourage team bonding, she organizes a team retreat, that most recently took the team to Puerto Rico, for a few days of team building activities, but mostly to just be together in the same space. This is a great lesson for agency owners who want to run a remote agency. Building camaraderie through in-person connections will also have practical implications for agency growth. In-person retreats and gatherings can serve as platforms for discussing career aspirations, setting goals, and mapping out pathways for professional growth, as well as fostering stronger relationships, enhanced communication, and a more cohesive work environment. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.

Maxwell Nicholson, founder & CEO of Blossom Social, joins Bilal Little, Director of Exchange Traded Products at the NYSE.

The Spirit Blossom AU is unique in that it's actually a part of canon lore! Not totally, of course. Ashe isn't actually in Ionia or anything. Just in spirit! I mean, not really, but imagine her vibe? That's there? And it looks like her? I think I've got that right. --- WE HAVE MERCH!bit.ly/loreheadmerch Twitter! twitter.com/loreheads Discord! https://t.co/o21E0W4C8z?amp=1 Twitch! twitch.tv/loreheads Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leagueofloreheads Song Title | Dragon Trainer TristanaArtist | League of LegendsCourtesy of Riot Games https://na.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/Image by Yuri_B from Pixabay - book with sparkles 

This week, Scott is joined by the multitalented Mayim Bialik and Jonathan Cohen. You might know Mayim as the star of Blossom and The Big Bang Theory, or as the former host of Jeopardy!, but she’s also a neuroscientist with a PhD from UCLA and the creator of the popular mental health podcast Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown. Jonathan Cohen, her co-host and co-creator, is a writer, poet, and futurist with a passion for storytelling, technology, and mindfulness. Together, they share a deep commitment to shifting the conversation around mental health and emotional well-being. The three explore their shared journey, the power of authentic storytelling, and their mission to break down the stigma surrounding mental health. This conversation dives into everything from neuroscience to pop culture, offering a fresh perspective on what it means to thrive in today’s world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Stimpson's pint-sized garden is an inspiration for anyone with a small urban plot, and it's packed with showstopping varieties that will flower for months on end providing colour, scent, and food for pollinators in a compact space.In this episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange', Tom, our Head of Horticulture, tells Sarah how he's brought his small town garden to life, including the irresistible combinations of dahlias and salvias that he's planting in his whopper pots for the season to come.  In this episode, discover:Tom's ingenious approach to small-space gardeningNew plant varieties to transform pots, with an eye on an upcoming dahlia called 'Tom's Choice' The art of colour-layering in garden design, choosing from palettes to co-ordinate your bordersFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert and Austin share the step by step blueprint on how anyone can retire early.---

Ever feel like your body, mind, and calendar are moving in completely different time zones? In this kickoff episode, Dr. Blossom unpacks the concept of internal jet lag—and why so many high-achieving women are stuck living on someone else's clock. Learn how to recalibrate your pace, realign with your nervous system, and come home to your own inner time zone. Contact: hello@drjenniferblossom.com  IG: @drjenniferblossom  GOAL GUIDE

Sugar, spice, and everything nice, that's what this episode is made of! (Along with some chemical X, of course.) Join us as we discuss The Powerpuff Girls, the oft rebooted girl power trio from our childhood. Were you a Blossom, Buttercup, or a Bubbles? And why did we all grow up to be Hims, Seduca's, and Fuzzy Lumpkins? Join us as we contemplate this and more on this weeks Still Buffering. Music: "Baby You Change Your Mind" by Nouvellas