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Sheep have invaded WindClan! There might be some other stuff happening - but we know that for sure. What we don't know for sure is what Cinderpaw knows about her past life. Book: Warriors, Series 3: Power of Three #4: Eclipse Support us on Ko-fi! WCWITCast Ko-fi Follow us on BlueSky! WCWITCast Follow us on Instagram! WCWITCast  What We Are Reading (Not Sponsored): Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin #1 by Erin Hunter with Sara Goetter and Natalie Riess All Systems Red: The Murderbot Diaries #1 by Martha Wells Cat Fact Sources: Purr-n-Fur UK | Adventures | Kitty the Backpacking Cat Nine Lives and 9,000 Miles - Earth in Transition A kitty Book (US version) by Kitty Turnoftheworld - Issuu Kitty the Most Adventurous Backpacking Cat in the World - Love Meow Turn of the World - Web Archive Music: The following music was used for this media project: Happy Boy Theme by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3855-happy-boy-theme License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode, Joel Evan joins us for a conversation on the intersection of biohacking, relationship health, and personal transformation. With his extensive background in functional medicine and holistic health coaching, Joel is dedicated to helping others overcome their health challenges and optimize their performance.Joel opens up about the mental health struggles often overlooked in law enforcement, particularly the importance of nervous system regulation in high-stress environments like police work. He emphasizes that without first addressing the state of your nervous system, you can't effectively engage in a detox protocol or any healing process. Everything is connected to the brain, making nervous system regulation a critical component of overall well-being.Our guest today also leads the Limitless Fathers group, which aims to help husbands and fathers build deeper connections with their kids and cultivate stronger marriages. His approach to marriage highlights the idea that personal growth and relationship health are intertwined. By looking within and working on ourselves, we can foster more loving and connected relationships.We also discuss Joel's favorite biohacking tools and technologies that have made a difference in his life and his clients', such as red light therapy and the NeuFit machine. Overall, Joel's insights provide a holistic view of health, wellness, and personal development, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in pursuing the best version of themselves.HIGHLIGHTS[1:25] Joel's Intro to Biohacking[5:50] Embracing His Calling to Police Work[9:05] Regulating His Nervous System During Stressful Police Work[13:45] The Lack of Mental Health in Law Enforcement[17:00] The Potential in Flowspresso[22:25] Unpacking Joel's Life-Altering Decision[30:20] Discovering His True Self[32:20] Diving Into His Coaching Practice[36:50] On Working on Your Marriage[38:05] Looking Within to Transform Your Marriage[41:42] Relationship Insights from The Book “Us”[44:20] Joel's Favorite Biohacking TechnologyGUEST LINKSWebsite: https://www.joelevancoaching.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelevancoaching/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSeTmYGSDO4xJKAUWPdRs4ATwitter: https://twitter.com/coachjoelevanUs: Getting Past You and Me to Build a More Loving Relationship: https://a.co/d/aDNsDVdUPGRADE YOUR WELLNESSSilver Biotics Wound Healing Gel: https://bit.ly/3JnxyDDCode: BEAUTIFULLYBROKENHouse of Macadamias: https://www.houseofmacadamias.com/Code: beautifullybrokenLightPathLED https://lightpathled.com/?afmc=BEAUTIFULLYBROKENCode: beautifullybrokenFlowpresso 3-in-1 technology:https://calendly.com/freddiekimmel/flowpresso-one-on-one-discovery CONNECT WITH FREDDIE Check out my website and store: (http://www.beautifullybroken.world) Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/beautifullybroken.world/) YouTube: (https://www.youtube.com/@BeautifullyBrokenWorld)

Dr. Angela Lauria and Matt Lowry, LPP, celebrate their 50th podcast episode by reminiscing about some of their favorite past episodes that highlighted the Top Ten Pillars of Autistic Culture:* Logic and strategy * Episode 11: Sherlock is Autistic * Episode 31: Chess is Autistic* Linguistics and accents * Episode 32: Animation is Autistic* Deep thinking and insights* Episode 03: Poetry is Autistic (Emily Dickinson episode) * Episode 09: Fairy Tales are Autistic (Hans Christian Anderson episode)* World building* Episodes 16: Pokémon is Autistic* Episode 39: Dungeons and Dragons is Autistic* Data gathering, pattern formation, and analysis* Episode 27: Trivia is Autistic* Episode 35: Sex is Autistic (Alfred Kinsey episode)* Innovative, game-changing ideas* Episode 04: Industrial Light & Magic (Star Wars episode) * Episode 37: Motion Pictures are Autistic* Creativity and artistic expression* Episode 19: Eminem is Autistic* Episode 29: Questlove is Autistic* Consistency and reliability* Episode 21: Dino Nuggets are Autistic* Episode 22: Trains are Autistic* Justice and honesty* Episode 15: Greta is Autistic* Episode 42: McEnroe is Autistic* Superfanning and fictional friends* Episode 10: Star Trek is Autistic* Episode 30: Doctor Who is AutisticOver 49 episodes, Matt and Angela have aimed to resist a culture that is frequently hostile towards Autistics through sharing Autistic joy and by highlighting the unique contributions of famous Autistics across history. We're here, we're Autistic, get used to it!At 11:06, Matt demonstrates one aspect of the Autistic accent and dialect. What does he say, and what part of Autistic Culture is he drawing from when he does it? Tell us in the comments and use #AutisticCultureCatch to share your answer on your social media and connect with other listeners!* Do you have a podcast or upcoming professional event and want to feature Matt and/or Angela? Check out our “Book Us” page.* Want more autism-affirming goodies? You might enjoy Angela's Unmasking Autism Diary, the TACP blog, and our autism-affirming merch shop. Ready for a paradigm shift that empowers Autistics? Help spread the news!Check us out on InstagramFind us on Apple podcasts and SpotifyLearn more about Matt at Matt Lowry, LPPMatt's social media: Autistic Connections Facebook GroupLearn more about Angela at AngelaLauria.com and Difference PressAngela's social media: Twitter and TikTokTACP's Autism-affirming TeePublic merch shop This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe

In this episode, we present overviews of chemistry ideas and high school chemistry fundamentals, to show the utility, high value, and technical accuracy of the 415 page book - " The New Chemist's Chemistry Handbook" , and its importance in making a difference in the lives/careers of different types of learners and students in high school. Link to the Book: US : https://www.amazon.com/Chemists-High-School-Chemistry-Handbook-ebook/dp/B0CB7N755W?ref_=ast_author_mpb India: https://www.amazon.in/Chemists-High-School-Chemistry-Handbook-ebook/dp/B0CB7N755W

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The most successful marriages know this truth: You cannot love from above or below.   Partners must be equal. They make decisions together and see life's decisions as shared. This doesn't mean that everything is fair and perfectly equitable, but it means that you're approaching life as US, not ME. And this approach makes ALL the difference.   Join me on the podcast as I review Terrence Real's book, US.   This podcast will help you: Challenge the myth of the individual  Start thinking like a team Understand that you cannot love from above or below   Connect on Instagram @dr.melissasmith   Don't miss out on weekly podcast episodes. Subscribe here to receive new episode drops in your inbox each week. 

Glenda Earle has found being a mom rewarding and challenging.  She had her hands full as a mother with a son that went to high school graduation barefoot and a daughter that holds a record for basketball rebounds.  She is a proud grandmother of five wonderful grandchildren and now two great grandchildren.     She co-lead Communication Skills classes for several years with her husband Ralph where she enjoyed watching the changes in relationships.  In the early years of her marriage she taught elementary school and has enjoyed travel with family throughout the years.     Dr. Ralph Earle is a noted family therapist and psychologist, author, and lecturer. He is past national president of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and is an approved supervisor for the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists.   He is a national authority on sexual addiction with over 35 years experience working with sexual problems and works extensively with sex offenders.    Dr. Earle is an ordained minister and served on the board of directors of the Interfaith Sexual Trauma Institute of St. John's University, Minneapolis, MN. He is the Founder and President of Psychological Counseling Services, Ltd. in Scottsdale, AZ.   https://pcsintensive.com/   Ralph Earle's Books - https://pcsintensive.com/pcs-library/   Terry Real's Book Us - https://www.amazon.com/Us-Getting-Build-Loving-Relationship/dp/0593233670/  

Finally, the breakthrough you have been looking for. In this groundbreaking book Wall Street analyst and author Tim Kellis takes you on a journey through time to not only help you discover yourself but understand how to build and keep a lifelong happy, healthy, harmonious, loving, affectionate, intimate marriage. Not only will you learn how to build a positive relationship, what turns that relationship negative but how to change the course of the negative relationship back to where you were at the beginning, back when your life changed forever.Most importantly, you will learn the greatest lesson, and that is why, why should two people who fall in love and decide to spend the rest of their lives together learn to build a loving home. Unfortunately, as society has developed we have lost our way in the most important part of each of our lives, our families. Just because we have a 50% divorce rate doesn't mean that we should sit back while countless families go through one of the most painful experiences imaginable.Renowned Wall Street analyst Tim Kellis takes on what could be considered society's biggest problem today, divorce. The journey that led him to tackle such a significant issue was both personal and professional.After a successful career that eventually landed him on Wall Street as the first semiconductor analyst to focus on the communications market Tim met what he thought was the girl of his dreams, only to see his relationship end with bitterness and anger. The journey included working with a marital therapist, and after he realized the therapist wasn't really helping decided to tackle the issue himself.The journey you are about to embark includes a trip through history, where the most significant lessons civilization has learned over the last few thousand years are used to demonstrate not only the way to set up a positive relationship, but the causes of that relationship turning negative.Additionally, Tim dives into the science of psychology to answer the most basic question anyone asks who goes through the pain of divorce, “why didn't we work out”?The basic premise of the book is that we have a 50% divorce rate yet there doesn't appear to be anything happening to help solve this problem. Just because divorce has become a significant part of our culture doesn't mean we should simply sit back while countless families suffer through the agony of splitting up.The toll to society tomorrow because of our culture of divorce today is impossible to determine but future generations will have to deal with this change to the culture that has occurred over the last two generations.For the first time in history Tim will elaborate on a psychological solution to our psychological problems so that couples can learn how to change the direction of their negative relationships. In essence, the psychological objective is to understand what happens mentally between two people who make one of the most important decisions of their lives, to get married.The objective of this book is to provide real, logical help to couples so that they can learn how to stay out of the divorce trap. Good luck on your journey as you learn how to set up your relationship so that you can maintain a happy, healthy, harmonious, loving, affectionate, intimate marriage.Book US: https://www.amazon.com/Equality-Quest-Happy-Marriage-Relationships-ebook/dp/B001NMTCWQBook UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Equality-Quest-Happy-Marriage-Relationships-ebook/dp/B001NMTCWQLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timkellisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/timkellisTwitter: https://twitter.com/timkellisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tim.kellis The Marriage Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HappyRelationshipClubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/@timkellisTim Kellis on Lifetime's The Balancing Act: https://youtu.be/RMVBSXcEBqU

Diets and fasting and hot flashes oh my!! This is the honest episode where we talk about some of our short comings and challenges. Life's hard and then salads kick you in the groin. Buckle up Mmmkay!  We love you guys and thanks for listening. Message us with your pet peeves and/ challenges. Or go floss yourselves either way, have a good weekend. Love Carlos and Sandy Lee OnDiem https://tinyurl.com/mrr66zn3 Info on Carlos' new Comedy Work Shop can be found here, https://www.carlosrdh.com **DENTAL PROFESSIONALS ONLY** Use this link, Ambassador info: https://mailchi.mp/theautoflosser/oyf Use our discount code FREE SHIPPING 1 https://aflexxassistarm.com Join Our Facebook Page Here: https://www.facebook.com/offyourflosserpodcast Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTlSaKUhUITjRztbl8t-_qw For More OYF Info,Booking Information and Sponsorship Opportunities https://www.offyourflosser.com

Hello OYF Gang,   This week we get into some out of this world conversations, about trivia night, projectors and Cuban Sandwiches. Thank you for listening. please check out OnDiem at the link below and tell OYF sent you. Have a regal weekend and Go Floss Yourselves!! Love Carlos and Sandy Lee OnDiem https://tinyurl.com/mrr66zn3 Info on Carlos' new Comedy Work Shop can be found here, https://www.carlosrdh.com **DENTAL PROFESSIONALS ONLY** Use this link, Ambassador info: https://mailchi.mp/theautoflosser/oyf Use our discount code FREE SHIPPING 1 https://aflexxassistarm.com Join Our Facebook Page Here: https://www.facebook.com/offyourflosserpodcast Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTlSaKUhUITjRztbl8t-_qw For More OYF Info,Booking Information and Sponsorship Opportunities https://www.offyourflosser.com

book : US Election 2024 – Potential candidates , Republicans vs Democrats, Who is the alternative to Trump against Biden ? USA war against Russia. The future of USA and the World from year 2022 to 2024, The business plans of Elon Musk – Clairvoyant/ Psychic predictions 2022 – 2024 Part 1 PUBLISHED : February 20 , 2022 By Clairvoyants : Dimitrinka Staikova, Stoyanka Staikova, Ivelina Staikova Buy the Paperback book from Amazon - see the links in the description Order the Ebook with PayPal – The Ebook will be delivered in Your Email in the next 24 hours. Visit our Ebook Store - http://clairvoyantdimitrinkastaikova.weebly.com/ Table of Contents : 1. Elon Musk ( Tesla CEO ) - His health , business projects and plans. Who will try to sabotage him and who will help him ? - Clairvoyant reading / Psychic predictions January 2022 - by Clairvoyant House " Dimitrinka Staikova and daughters Stoyanka and Ivelina Staikova " - from Europe , Bulgaria , Varna 2. Eric Adams ( Mayor of New York and potential candidate for US Election 2024 ) - Who will be the next US President 2024 ? What will happen in New York and USA from year 2022 to year 2024 ? Details about the upcoming battles between the democrats and republicans in USA - Clairvoyant reading / Psychic predictions Febr.1 , 2022 - by Clairvoyant House " Dimitrinka Staikova and daughters Stoyanka and Ivelina Staikova " - from Europe , Bulgaria , Varna 3. Hillary Clinton ( Former US Secretary of State and Potential Candidate for US Elections 2024 ) -What are her plans ? ,Problems with the business of the Democrats , Energy crisis in USA , lack of money for the Republican states , upcoming disasters for USA - details year 2022 - 2024. What will happen on US Elections 2024 ? - Clairvoyant / Psychic predictions February 2 , 2022 - by Clairvoyant House " Dimitrinka Staikova and daughters. 4. Dwayne " The Rock " Johnson ( American Actor ) - His health , business and future investments successful and not , when he will loose the half of his money ? His candidacy on US Elections 2024 - what will happen ? - Clairvoyant reading / Psychic predictions Febr. 11 , 2022 - by Clairvoyant House " Dimitrinka Staikova and daughters. 5. Senator Ted Cruz ( R - Texas ) - When the energy business in Texas will be blocked ? Will he become a candicate on US Election 2024 ? His plans for the future - Clairvoyant / Psychic reading Febr. 11 , 2022 - by Clairvoyant House " Dimitrinka Staikova and daughters. 6. Pete Buttigieg ( US Transportation Secretary in the administration of President Biden ) - US Space projects ,Problems with US Space contracts because of Russia , US Election 2024 , What is upcoming for USA? - Clairvoyant reading / Psychic predictions Febr.12 , 2022 - by Clairvoyant House " Dimitrinka Staikova and daughters 7. Kamala Harris ( US Vice President ) - upcoming : solar disaster , lawsuits , diplomatic collisions USA - Russia ; Problems with radioactive energy. Her health and plans for US Elections 2024 - Clairvoyant / Psychic predictions February 14, 2022 - by Clairvoyant House " Dimitrinka Staikova and daughters. 8. Andrew Yang ( US businessman , attorney and political candidate ) - upcoming trap with difficult salvation. Financial problems - When? Who will win US Elections 2024 ? - Clairvoyant reading / Psychic predictions February 16 , 2022 - by Clairvoyant House "Dimitrinka Staikova and daughters. 9. Nikki Haley ( R ) ( Former South Carolina Governor and Former UN Ambassador ) - Loyal to Trump - Clairvoyant / Psychic reading - February 17 , 2022. 10. Mike Pence ( Former US Vice President ) - Intolerance to Trump. He is afraid by the Democrats. Hidden business and upcoming lawsuits - when ? - Clairvoyant reading / Psychic predictions February 18 , 2022 + A gift from us : Part of the Book : The Future of Joe Biden and USA 2021/2024 Clairvoyant/Psychic readings Click here to read more : https://dimitrinkastaikova.wordpress.com/2022/02/20/5955/

Graham and Warren discuss the impact of lost sleep on our children's cognitive maturation and development based on the book "NurtureShock: New Thinking About Children". Basically 'sleepy kid no learn good'. They discuss their own challenges with getting their kids to sleep and the impact it has had on their lives. Book US (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/356MEKH Book Canada (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/38UKdvY Social Media Instagram: @flaweddadpodcast TikTok: @flaweddadpodcast Email: flaweddadpodcast@gmail.com

Excited to chat with Kia Williams about the intersection of philanthropy and social justice. She shares incredible gems about how she has created a specialty niche in order to serve the underserved. About Kia: Kia Ervin Williams is known for masterfully crafting brands and ensuring that diversity and philanthropy are a part of the conversation. Kia possesses over 15 years of proven experience with demonstrated results procuring strategic partnerships, executing successful communication strategies, and overseeing organizational development.Connect with Kia: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiaewilliamsWebsite: https://www.relevant.business/Complimentary Launch without Fear Audio Training: https://www.caseysharperson.com/start Connect with Casey: Order a signed copy of Casey's Book (US only):www.CaseySharperson.com/bookOrder Dream, Build, Repeat: Harness Fear to Confidently Pursue Your Biggest Dreams - AmazonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/CaseyCareaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caseycarea/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/CaseySharpersonWebsite: www.CaseySharperson.comEmail: Hello@CaseySharperson.com

I'm hopping on the other side of the mic for this episode. I had the honor of having a conversation on the Fearless Podcast with Arian Simone. In this episode, we are discussing what it looks like to go after your dreams fearlessly. Charisa Munroe (Myles Monroe's daughter) and I share our journies of following our passion, purpose, and how we ended up doing exactly what they love. So many nuggets in this episode. Complimentary Launch without Fear Audio Training: https://www.caseysharperson.com/start Connect with Casey: Order a signed copy of Casey's Book (US only):www.CaseySharperson.com/bookOrder Dream, Build, Repeat: Harness Fear to Confidently Pursue Your Biggest Dreams - AmazonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/CaseyCareaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caseycarea/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/CaseySharpersonWebsite: www.CaseySharperson.comEmail: Hello@CaseySharperson.com

In this episode, we meet Juliette Bush, founder of Brave By Faith Travel. She hosts retreats all over the world and is the author of two books. Some key topics that we discussed are: Discovering purpose in the mundane aspects of life Handling business copy catsTrusting God with marketing, promotion, and business growthEmbracing singleness as an ambitious womanComplimentary Launch without Fear Audio Training: https://www.caseysharperson.com/start Connect with Juliette: Instagram: @JulesTheExplorerInstagram: @BraveByFaith.TravelWebsite: www.BraveByFaithTravel.comConnect with Casey: Order a signed copy of Casey's Book (US only):www.CaseySharperson.com/bookOrder Dream, Build, Repeat: Harness Fear to Confidently Pursue Your Biggest Dreams - AmazonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/CaseyCareaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caseycarea/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/CaseySharpersonWebsite: www.CaseySharperson.comEmail: Hello@CaseySharperson.com

Shahnaz Singh-Kandah is a daughter of The King passionate about helping people own their identity in Christ. She is a Jersey girl who received her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from Northeastern University. Shahnaz received her Bachelor's and Masters in Nursing from Columbia University. She now works as a clinician in New York City providing care to patients with rare cancers. In addition, she founded an organization called New Beginnings Brunch in 2018 encouraging women to pursue their God-given dream(s). In her spare time, Shahnaz enjoys iced coffee, seafood boils with girlfriends, travel (pre-covid), and inspiring people to choose joy despite their experiences.In this episode we discuss: Building a brand (New Beginnings Brunch) without any experience How to hear from God and take action on thatHow to trust when your plans aren't working out How to rest well How to journal well Complimentary Launch without Fear Audio Training: https://www.caseysharperson.com/startConnect with Casey:Order a signed copy of Casey's Book (US only):www.CaseySharperson.com/bookOrder Dream, Build, Repeat: Harness Fear to Confidently Pursue Your Biggest Dreams - AmazonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/CaseyCareaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caseycarea/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/CaseySharpersonWebsite: www.CaseySharperson.comEmail: Hello@CaseySharperson.comConnect with Shanaz: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewBeginningsBrunchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/new_beginnings_brunch/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Shahnaz.Singh/Book Recommendation: Discerning the Voice of God by Pricilla Shirer

In this conversation, we talk about embracing failure, trailblazing your own path, disappointing family, and everything in between. This is a raw discussion. You will walk away empowered to follow your biggest dreams. Our guest today is George F. Knox, a respected attorney, business and community leader. He was instrumental in shaping South Florida’s diverse economic landscape. Both behind-the-scenes and "on-the-record," Mr. Knox has helped establish many of Miami’s signature enterprises. He was the first black City Attorney of the City of Miami from 1976-1982, and was in private practice, specializing in public policy and local government operations.One of my favorite quotes from this conversation is: " It’s very important to pay attention in ways that allow all of us to discover and to make use of the things that we do that appear to come naturally. Especially if we don’t worry about outcomes or appearances as we share our gifts." - George F. Knox, Esq. Complimentary Launch without Fear Audio Training: https://www.caseysharperson.com/startConnect with Casey:Order a signed copy of Casey's Book (US only):www.CaseySharperson.com/bookOrder Dream, Build, Repeat: Harness Fear to Confidently Pursue Your Biggest Dreams - AmazonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/CaseyCareaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caseycarea/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/CaseySharpersonWebsite: www.CaseySharperson.comEmail: Hello@CaseySharperson.com

Although many brands were forced to invest a bit more into their ecommerce operations in 2020 than they expected, many still have brick and mortar stores that need attention, too. Foot traffic is down at local malls and on Main Streets all over the world, but there is a way to bring people back to that in-store experience.  Audrey Gauthier is the Vice-President of Marketing and Ecommerce for Little Burgundy, a multi-brand footwear retailer owned by Genesco. She believes that an omnichannel approach and some creative partnerships are the answer to this widespread problem. On this episode of Up Next in Commerce, Audrey, (who called in all the way from Montréal) explains that customers who are comfortable with both in-store and online shopping will ultimately be your highest-value customers. She dives into how Little Burgundy is driving conversions in both areas through partnerships with local creatives and businesses that bring more in-store traffic while also providing new and exciting online shopping experiences. Plus, Audrey reminds us why concentrating on the basics of logistics and shipping is what ultimately builds confidence with your customer base.  Main Takeaways:   Is the Partnership Worth It?: There are common problems facing stores, malls, and other retailers in every country. If you can find a strategic partnership that benefits all parties, you can not only revive your own business but help bring more prosperity to an entire community. (Pro Tip: Metrics matter. When measuring the success of these kinds of partnerships, pay attention to the average order value, traffic, and engagement numbers.) National Reach With Local Flavor: Whether you are a mom and pop shop or a worldwide brand, connections are a key driver for success. Bringing local artists and creators into the in-store or online experience can help build a stronger connection to the people in the communities you’re working in that can carry your company even farther. Would You Like To Leave A Comment?: When there are open and transparent lines of communication through all levels of an organization, improvements that have real impact can be made much easier. When an in-store sales associate can easily present feedback she received from a customer to the ecommerce or marketing team, that customer insight which may have gone unnoticed before can instead be turned into a new solution or campaign.   For an in-depth look at this episode, check out the full transcript below. Quotes have been edited for clarity and length. --- Up Next in Commerce is brought to you by Salesforce Commerce Cloud. Respond quickly to changing customer needs with flexible Ecommerce connected to marketing, sales, and service. Deliver intelligent commerce experiences your customers can trust, across every channel. Together, we’re ready for what’s next in commerce. Learn more at salesforce.com/commerce --- Transcript: Stephanie: Welcome back to another episode of Up Next in Commerce. I'm your host, Stephanie Postles, co-founder of mission.org. Stephanie: Today on the show, we have Audrey Gauthier The vice-president of marketing and ecommerce for the Little Burgundy division of Genesco. Audrey, welcome. Audrey: Hi. Thank you. Stephanie: Thanks for coming on the show. Audrey: Yeah, sure. My pleasure. Stephanie: It feels like you're so far away. Where are you calling in from today? Audrey: I'm in Montreal, actually. That's where my accent is coming from as well. Stephanie: I love it. Are you guys opening up your retail stores of Little Burgundy or are you still strictly working from home? Audrey: We opened up the office. In Montreal, actually, we're allowed to have 25% of the employees working from the office, so we manage our calendar for people that want to go back to working from the office, but also everyone can actually work from home if they prefer as well. Stephanie: Very cool. So before we dive into Little Burgundy, I wanted to go through your background a bit. I saw that you've worked in the world of ecommerce for about a decade, and I wanted to hear what drew you to ecommerce, and a little bit about your journey. Audrey: Yeah, sure. I mean, I first started my career after a master in administration. At the beginning after my studies, I really wanted to work for ad agency, but after interviews had gotten me really into retail world, so I started for La Vie En Rose, which is also a Canadian-based retailer out of Montreal. It's a lingerie retailer, could be similar at the smaller case to Victoria's Secret. And I quickly fell in love with all the opportunities at ecommerce and the endless possibilities and creativity that goes really beyond the activation that we're doing, but also in terms of troubleshooting. So, really it's what got me in ecommerce. Audrey: And then after I got an opportunity within the Aldo Group and then continue my career in footwear since about seven to eight years now. Stephanie: Very cool. So what have been some of your favorite campaigns that you've worked on over the years? Audrey: One of my favorite campaign was actually the first time we shot abroad. We went to Mexico City and worked with combination of talents that we brought with us from Montreal and some others that were local based. That was just an amazing experience to be able to shoot abroad for a campaign that was going to live both in store and also in the digital side, so really exciting. And I would add to that that's recently just navigating to COVID and our new reality, coming up with our fall-winter campaign and trying to really connect with the customer with this new reality and just reinvent ourself was really fun and different and challenging, but a good end for me. Stephanie: I'd love it if you could highlight what Little Burgundy is. Audrey: Yeah. Yeah, sure. Little Burgundy is a multi brand retailer. We started back in 2008. We were initially launched by the Aldo Group and acquired by the Genesco Group back in 2015, so about five years ago. And, I mean, we're really boutique sale retailer, so we only have 38 stores. We're pretty strong on ecommerce as well. But even though we're a nationwide retailer, we really tend to do things locally and try to connect with local communities. Our stores look a bit different from every region. We try to partner also with local influencers, local artists and ambassadors. So, I would describe us as, really, a multi brand retailer that carry brands like Dr. Marten's, Converse, Vans, brands that you can get in a lot of other retail stores, but we even though we're multi brand, we really have a strong artistic brand DNA. Stephanie: That's great. So, when it comes to forming partnerships with the local talent or the artists, how do you guys approach that? Because I think that is really important when you're walking into a really fun, nice shoe store, you've got good music going, you've got good art around, but how do you guys think about finding new artists or finding people that are a good fit? Audrey: There's a lot of searching, I would say, especially if they came into consideration that doing business in Canada and most specifically in the Quebec province, we always love to do everything in French and English. And that goes as well for even the music in our stores. There's certain laws in Quebec that you need certain amounts of songs that play in your playlist in the store that needs to be in French, so we need to manage our playlist in store so we enough French songs and local artists from Montreal. But that goes as well from people that are connecting with artists. Our musician, for example, from Toronto or Ottawa are really different than the people that are connecting with more local based Montreal and French artists. Audrey: So there's a lot of researching from my team, either through connections and contacts or Instagram, Facebook ... just always trying to be in the know of who's up and coming. And also, we're still a pretty small player, so budget wise, in terms of collaboration, we really love to just be highlighting new artists that are up and coming, and [inaudible] the ones that have been seen around by every other retailers or partners. Stephanie: That's really fun. That seems like such a great way to lift up the community and really help out a lot of people, like you said, the artists and people who are doing really cool work. Audrey: Yeah, absolutely. Stephanie: Cool. So tell me a little bit about how you're thinking about, so you have your retail stores opening back up soon, and you also have your ecommerce stores going. Tell me a little bit about how you're thinking about the omnichannel approach and how you want to sync them together so it all feels similar. Audrey: I see really that regardless of the channel, we really need to provide the very best experience we can to our customer. In the recent months, there've been a lot of customer that for the time they shopped with us online. They used to be in-store customer. And we saw from the data that the customer that do shop in both channels are the one that are bringing the most revenue to the company if they're active in store, but as well online. Audrey: So I think moving forward, we're not only going to try to drive our business either online or in store, but really convert them both. And some initiative in regards to that, for us in our end will be solution like we call [Book Us 00:09:28] for example. So you buy it online and then you can go within the next hour in your favorite shop and maybe spend a bit less time in store, but at least it's reserved, it's for you, you can try it, try your size, especially in footwear, because it could be quite tricky in terms of size. So you can go in store, have that experience, but it's more fast and easy because you've done your pre shopping online, you reserved your item, you know it's waiting in store for you. The store's assistant is there to maybe offer you an alternative product if that doesn't work for you. Audrey: So, I think all of that omnichannel experience and improving both the in-store, but as well, the online is going to be key, same thing with just the shipping and return as well. So, I mean, if you decide to go in-store, try the product, we don't have it. We currently order it for you and then it can be delivered either to the store or your home. But we need to do a better job of just shipping faster, same-day delivery without pain, returning it the way you want, either in-store or to a delivery location without any cost, without any trouble to go through, or you don't have to call customer service. Audrey: So, I think on the logistic end, that's where we're actually going to win in the upcoming years of ecommerce. Stephanie: I love that. And I saw on your website that it said you could return shoe within 365 days. Is that right? Audrey: Yeah, exactly. That's something we always been actually doing with Genesco. The only thing is we've never really been pushing it, so through COVID and the culture of our stores, that was the type of messaging that we were putting up front of the customer, just to reassure them in their process, especially for the new digital customer that were used to maybe buy in store and become more comfortable with returning in store the next week or within the next two weeks. Stephanie: Yeah. I think that's so important to get someone to feel like there is no risk with buying if you can't get it back in a year. It sounds such a good idea, to have people come back and store so they can get comfortable with the experience and get a part of the in-person experience that you guys have built up. So how are you thinking about other ways to drive them in the store that maybe isn't competing with the free shipping? Because it seems like it'd be hard to want to go in store if I know that I could buy something online and ship it back for free for a whole year. Audrey: Yeah. It's been an ongoing question, to be honest, since we've been reopening our stores. I mean, traffic has been, even prior to COVID, it was a little bit down in malls, and it was already hard to get customer to actually go in-store. So, our job is even tougher in terms of really just increasing that traffic and really making sure that the customer do show up as well in store. So we're looking at doing special launches, special partnership as well. I think a good way of winning, especially in tough situation like we are is doing partnership maybe with other retailers. We recently done a partnership as well with RBC Bank in Canada. So that was a way to get new customers. Audrey: I mean, downtown is pretty much still dead for us in Montreal, as well as Toronto. The traffic has significantly decreased overall, not just in shops, but in restaurants and bars and every places, but for the ones that are still going downtown to maybe give a special promotion that they can get on their lunch break or something like that. Audrey: So we're really just trying to work more closely with other retailers, other partners, the malls also itself, or if it's a street store to work with, like the neighborhood, that store to find partnership and ways that we can all together bring more traffic to our stores. Stephanie: Very cool. So, what kind of launches or partnerships are you seeing success with right now? What kind of things are you trying out that are working? Audrey: The RBC partnership that we've done, it was basically giving an exclusive offer to the RBC Bank members. It was successful in the way that it brought a lot of new customer to Little Burgundy and they were also high-value customers that were spending more than average. So in a time where businesses is tough, definitely that was a good win for us. Audrey: Another one is we have this student price card in Canada, it's called SPC. And it's giving discount to members of SPC when they are student and could be applicable in multiple retail location. So that's another way that other partnership that we're seeing, that it doesn't change the entire business, but it does add up at the end with multiple type of partnership like this. Audrey: And I think another good way of winning is working closer definitely with the malls, because at the end of the day, we're in the same boat. We're all seeing either decrease of traffic and difficult business. So I think we need tighter communication with the malls and the partnership, if they're doing an event to really involve the retailers as well. With one of the mall regroupments here in Canada, Cadillac Fairview, they're doing a incentive during the holiday, so if a customer buy Cadillac Fairview $100 gift card, then they can get special items in certain participant store. So that's another way of, again, in terms of traffic and partnership, try to get more customer into our doors. Stephanie: Yeah. That seems like definitely the way of the future is figuring out how to partner with people who are around you to create really good experiences. Yeah. It seems very smart. Stephanie: Are there any metrics that you pay attention to when you're forming these partnerships and these spatial launches? Audrey: Mm-hmm (affirmative) As I was saying, with RBC, the average order value, the revenue it's bringing, but also in terms of long term, are they staying customer? The acquisition that we're doing through that partnership, are they going to redo a purchase in the next six months and then next year, or that was really just a one-time to get the promotion, so it's a little bit less valuable for us? So, these are definitely metrics that we're paying attention. Stephanie: That's great. So how do you keep customers coming back? Because there are so many shoe stores, so many competitors out there. How do you engage with your customers in a way that keeps you top of mind? Audrey: Yeah. Good question, and definitely a good challenge being a multi brand retailer, and with also increasing competition in terms of just the offer out there with the multiple retailers and also big players, even from the States that are coming in. Audrey: So, I mean, for us, a thing we've always been good at is showcasing the product in a different way than our competition does, but also than even the brands are doing themself. So we showcase a Vans product in a different style or different aspirational look than what Vans would do or what a Footlocker would do. So, I think that's what one of our advantage, because it seems to work with our customer, and from previous survey or focus group that we've done in the past, they always say that at Little Burgundy, we do things differently, but in a good way. We succeed to stand out, even though we're not the biggest player. Audrey: And even though we don't carry all the product, but we have the reputation of carrying a good selection of product. If you want a footwear that is on trend, it's maybe not the most fashion forward that you would see on a red carpet, but at the same time, it's a safe choice in terms of being on trend, so we're being one step ahead of maybe the core people, but at the same time still being affordable price. So we are in a good position in terms of our offer and all we presented. Stephanie: Yep. I think that's a good space to play in, because who really wants to wear the red carpet stuff anyways? Most of that looks a little crazy. Stephanie: So, on your website, you mentioned that you have a magazine that goes out every season. Tell me a little bit about that. Audrey: Yeah. Our magazine, we actually launched it since the very beginning of Little Burgundy. And it's always been at the heart of who we are. And I remember when we were part of Aldo, everyone wanted to work for the Little Burgundy division, because it was with our magazine and all our artistic direction, we're doing things always a bit more edgy. And that was just a really good vehicle for our brand DNA and to show Little Burgundy, again, differently than other multi brand retailers. Audrey: That being said, about three seasons ago, we stopped doing the printed magazine and really went more with digital version. So we still do those strong artistic direction campaign every single season, and we create a specific team for a season where we're going to do articles and work with artists, et cetera. Audrey: So, similar content with what we would have done for the magazine, but we're really doing it more for the digital. So assets are optimized for digital, we're doing more video content as well, we're uploading articles on the website. So we move away from the print and magazine, basically because of the cost of printing, but also we were just able to track a better return on investment with everything we're doing online. Audrey: So then a tough decision when we first started the magazine, because it's been part of our DNA and heritage of Little Burgundy. Even in the office, we have all our covers of the magazine that are showcased in the hallway. So we've all been super proud of it, but just with the world changing, we took a more digital direction in terms of content. And I'm not saying that we're never going to go back to a print version of the magazine, but for now we're really more focusing on still creating good content exclusive to Little Burgundy that has always a really defined angle, but then really optimizing that content more on the digital side. Stephanie: Yeah. So to dive in a little deeper on the digital magazine aspect, what kind of engagement are you seeing on that? When you send it, I'm guessing, through your email or wherever else, how many people, or how many of your customers engage with it and read the entire thing? Audrey: It's not a magazine like it used to be, a full issue. It's more we're releasing content as we go throughout the season. So it's more going to be through blog article and just a newsletter that is more informational. But it's not in a format of a full magazine, like page one, two, three, et cetera. Audrey: So, we see that like people are ... It's just funny to look at engagement of people in certain articles versus others. The latest one we released, I don't know if you got a chance to see it, it's really, really small article, but it was just of these dogs, so the dogs of people working at Little Burgundy, and obviously it involved dogs, not at all related to the shoes, but it was interesting because we got a very wide reach of people engaging with that article and just spending more time on our website. So at the end of the day, in terms of KPIs, we had a good returns, even though it was not direct sales. But again, it's content that are just making us a little bit stand out from the crowd, and our customer just going on our websites, spending time with us and engaging with Little Burgundy instead of spending that five minutes on Footlocker, for instance. Stephanie: I love that. I think anything with dogs or animals probably would perform we. Audrey: Yeah, definitely. Stephanie: So when you create content that, how do you also keep Little Burgundy branding on there so people know who brought this content to them without hitting them over the head with it? How do you make sure it's engaging, but also does the job? Audrey: In terms of letting the customer know that it's from Little Burgundy and this content that is brought to us through, let's say, paid advertising ads or ad on Facebook or Instagram, that's why we really launch campaign that are very different, that are very [inaudible] driven, that are a little bit more edgy than what you would see on maybe another retail or a medium. So we're really trying to have our ads running, but really with a strong artistic direction. So, if you see a Blundstone ad on your Instagram, and then you see a similar ad with the same background or the same artistic direction but for Vans on your Facebook, you can still relate that it's probably from Little Burgundy, just because of the artistic direction. Audrey: But it's really important for us, and I think it's one of our strength as a multi brand retailer to be able to tell a story to our blog, our newsletter, our in-store window, with our own tone of voice, even though we're going to market Dr. Martens, Adidas, Nike, like any other brands. Stephanie: Yep. So previously you guys were owned by Aldo, and then in 2015, Genesco acquired you, which is an American brand, what did that change look like? Did you have to change your tone of voice or your design, or were there no changes at all? Audrey: No, there was definitely tons of changes. And it's been a big journey, because, I mean, you're detaching a business that was already very tightly attached to another business and then you're reattaching it to another strong structure. So it's been a couple of years, actually, just going through that process and being able to be fully running on new platforms. Audrey: We've pretty much changed everything, like the POS in store, our shipping carrier, our warehouse, every single aspect of the business has been scoop out and look at, and we needed to confirm that, yeah, we're moving forward with that third party or not. So it's been a lot of work, I would say, in terms of acquisition from both and even from people working from Little Burgundy, but also with Aldo and the Genesco folks as well. Audrey: In terms of business, I feel really fortunate that it's actually Genesco who acquired us in terms of they're a multi brand, their expertise in retail, they've been around for ages. And being part of the Journeys family, they're a multi brand retailer, as well as us, while Aldo was a first class business. So we were always a little bit like the outsider within that structure. Audrey: Joining Journeys, they're really more similar to us in that sense of being a multi brand retailer. So for a small player like us from Canada being only 38 stores, I mean, it gave us access also to the management of certain brands we're working with. So we have always had our good, strong relationship with all our brand partners in Canada, but now we also have access to getting more involved and knowledgeable of this strategy more globally from our brands. So that was definite win for Little Burgundy within this acquisition, actually. Audrey: And if I can add to that, I'm also glad of our Aldo heritage, just because of I put us knowledgeable at footwear being from a first class company, that were working with manufacturer all around the world and creating their own line of products. So I feel we're the perfect situation that our previous family was actually making shoes and our new company, they're really strong in retail and with brands. So I feel we're really gaining from Little Burgundy in this acquisition. Stephanie: Yeah. That's great. I'm sure that Genesco and the brands within Genesco are learning a lot from you all, but what are some of the biggest insights that you learned from being able to see into these other brands that were similar to you? Stephanie: Like maybe where you have been able to see how other brands do things or how they track things or how they do things with retail where you were like, "Oh, we weren't doing that before, and now we're going to start implementing them." Audrey: I would say one of the big learning that I saw from being part of the Journeys family, they always have this tagline of "Journeys is a family with an attitude that cares." And that's true. They're really super transparent, sharing data, involving the team from the coordinator to the designers, the part time employee in store to the store manager, they're really involving everyone from the company to almost sit at the same table and really share knowledge. Audrey: An example of that is at the POS level in store. We have a button that is called Feedback Button. So anyone from the store employees can hit that button and send directly their feedback to the various team from the head office. And even all of the management team, we have access to the feedback from the store. Audrey: So I feel that transparent communication that we have within the company is such a eye opener for everyone, actually. And there's just a lot of transparency between what's actually happening from the sales floor to the office decisions that are being taken. So that's definitely a good learning with joining Journeys and seeing really that family vibe is just to connect more with people that are from the stores to know their reality, know their feedback from the customer, because they're really at the front line. So I feel that within this company, we do succeed with just bringing back together and the office team and the sales team, which has beneficial even for the web business, so many feedback that we get from the stores, then we're like, "Oh, okay. They hadn't thought of that even for ecomm so we can apply some changes as well for the website," from insight we're getting from the sales associate, in-store comment from a customer, for example. Stephanie: That's really smart. It seems like that's a great way to empower the retail employees, because I think we've all been in a retail store before where you can just tell the employees there are not happy, they don't feel excited to come into work, they don't feel a strong connection with the brand, but it seems really smart to start empowering them so then they feel like they are a part of the success. Stephanie: So what kind of disruptions are you preparing for within ecommerce? Audrey: There's been a lot of I mean, upgrades, like with the store closure in March, and just really putting all our focuses on actually the web business for a couple of months and seeing how it's overall helping the business, we've been fueling and investing a lot in ecommerce upgrade. Audrey: So, on our end, we've been even launching, for example, affiliate program or working with partners like Curalate for more UGC content on our website. We're going to do soon launching with PayBright, which is allowing to pay multiple payments as well. So for us, our average order value for goods, it's going to be quite good in terms of just helping overall conversion in the website. Audrey: Other big changes we're going to be seeing is in terms of just the inventory management, and being able for the customer to not only, again, make a purchase online and then add ship it to the store, but also go and pick it up within the next few hours at their favorite store to try them on. Audrey: So, those are some of the disruption in our model that we're seeing for the upcoming months and that we're just trying to fast forward and act a little bit faster than maybe we would have expected at the very beginning of the year, knowing that there's definitely a lot of opportunities with ecomm right now and that we're really on the hill that we're going up quite fast. I'm not sure if that sounds right in English. Stephanie: Yeah. We've actually heard that from quite a few brands, of the plans that they had for maybe three years are now happening in a matter of months. Audrey: Yeah, exactly. Stephanie: While you're doing all these ecommerce upgrades, are there any new pieces of technology or tools that you're implementing that you're excited about? Audrey: Yeah. So, PayBright, I'm actually quite excited about it. And funny enough, I think that the solution we're using in the US is Klarna. I'm excited about it. Prior to COVID, I was a little bit not sure about implementing a solution that will allow our customer to pay in multiple payment. I just felt doesn't necessarily feel right for just a pair of shoe enough like a big, so far or really expensive purchase, but now, a little bit the economic situation we're in, the uncertainty, the fact that so many people lost their job too, I feel a bit more confident and sure about adding it, and I'm curious to see also the result if it have conversions. So this one I'm quite happy. Audrey: But overall, our buy online, pick up in store and more real-time inventory is definitely the biggest change. I think there's a lot of good AI solution and a lot of good front end customization, but most of the retailers still have a little bit of trouble with their back in and just decreasing their numbers of cancellation or shipping faster or having good return process. So, the improvement we're doing more in terms of inventory management and being more reliable in that sense, that's definitely what I'm looking for the most, not the prettiest thing that we could see on the website or things like that, but it's really something that on the long end, it's just give confidence to our customer that we're able to commit to a fast delivery or just that if you order from us, you're actually going to get through your product and it's not going to get canceled, et cetera. So I'm really excited about just the basics. Stephanie: Yeah. That's cool. I mean, real-time inventory seems really tricky when you have multiple brands that you're working with. Audrey: Yeah, but at the same time we own the inventory and it's being either shipped from the stores or the warehouse, so it makes it a bit easier to manage. Stephanie: Cool. All right. So I'm going to shift this over to a lightning round. So the lightning round brought to you by Salesforce Commerce Cloud. This is where I'm going to ask you a question and you have a minute or less to answer. Are you ready, Audrey? Audrey: Yeah, I think. Stephanie: What's up next on your reading list? Audrey: Next on my reading list is a book from Margaret Atwood that I've been looking up for ages and just didn't took the time to read it, so I was always reading something else. It's called in French [Foreign Language 00:40:03], and English it's The Handmaid's Tale. I just never got to read it. I know everyone read it before, but it was never on my table. So that's the one I'm currently starting. Stephanie: That's great. You'll have to let me know how it is. Audrey: Yeah, sure. Stephanie: What's up next in your travel destinations, or where did you just go, since you were just on vacation? Audrey: I just come back from vacation on Monday at noon, actually. I went to, it's a small Island in Quebec, actually. It's called Magdalena Island. It's a fisherman island, really cute, red cliffs, and you're surrounded by the sea. There's tons of just really welcoming people. They have even a weird French accent, so for an Anglophone, it might be a little bit tricky, but it's definitely worth going there. Stephanie: Oh, that's fun. I'll have to check that out. What app are you enjoying most on your phone? Audrey: Currently, I've been spending a little bit too much time on TikTok, because we recently for Little Burgundy just launched a TikTok channel. I didn't even add it on my phone; I obviously knew what TikTok was involved, but I never spent time on it. So recently my team has been just pushing me videos to watch and just to be more aware of that platform and our customers that are on it. So I've been spending a little bit too much time on this app, actually. Stephanie: I feel you there. I end up going down a wormhole where I start with just a couple of videos, and then all of a sudden I'm like, "Whoa. I just spent 20 minutes watching dancing and makeup tutorials and organizing your house videos." But it seems a perfect platform for Little Burgundy. Audrey: Yeah, exactly. Stephanie: All right. And the last one, what one thing will have the biggest impact on ecommerce in the next year? Audrey: Tricky. There's so many things that are happening right now, but I think, for Canada, the cost of shipping is so expensive here. Obviously Amazon and big players are just setting up the bar very high for fast shipping, very low cost, et cetera. So for smaller retailers, for us, expectation from the customer is just getting higher. I think shipping carrier and negotiating prices will be very challenging but could be a key changer. Audrey: One of the company that you should actually maybe include in your next podcast, a guest from Canada, they're called [inaudible 00:43:18]. I think they might even be in their 30s, if I'm not mistaken, two guys from Montreal who launched that ecommerce website, and they just announced that they're doing same-day delivery currently in Montreal, but they're looking to launch as well in Toronto. So if you're from Montreal and you purchase before 1:00 PM in the afternoon, you're safe to get your order the same day. So these type of services are definite game changer, but I just think it's hard to get there still being profitable. So that's definitely an area that we're going to keep a close eye on. Stephanie: Yeah. That would be interesting to hear, the economics behind that business and how they guarantee that. That would be a good interview guest. Audrey: Yeah, definitely. Stephanie: All right. Audrey, well, this has been such a fun conversation. Where can people find out more about you and Little Burgundy Shoes? Audrey: Yeah. So about me, definitely on my LinkedIn, so Audrey Gauthier, if you can spell that right. And Little Burgundy, well, I invite you guys to go on our website, littleburgundyshoes.com. We currently don't ship in the US, but we're really looking forward to it eventually. So it's still worth to stay tuned and look at what we're offering. Stephanie: Very cool. Thanks so much for joining. Audrey: No problem. Thanks to you.

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This episode we tackle the abortion bill and women’s rights. Democratic nominee hopefull, Kamala Harris introduces a healthcare bill to help black women, and Trayvon Martin's mother runs for political office. The ladies also look at the latest shit storm in immigration. What advice would you give your 18 year old self upon graduating. And of course we dive deep into #DemThrones! If you haven't watched the latest episode, spoilers and theories getting spilled here! So grab a goblet of wine and Be sure to share and tag a friend! Book Us to Host a Live Discussion or Host Your Next Event! FOLLOW US: www.SitWithUsPod.com Email: sitwithusonline@gmail.com Facebook, IG, & Twitter: @SitWithUsPod Kim IG & Twitter: @kimmieink Tia IG & Twitter: @TiaTalks_ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sit-with-us/support

This episode is LATE AF! But juicy all the same. And of course we dive deep into #DemThrones! If you haven't watched the latest episode, spoilers and theories getting spilled here! So grab a goblet of wine and Be sure to share and tag a friend! Book Us to Host a Live Discussion or Host Your Next Event! FOLLOW US: www.SitWithUsPod.com Email: sitwithusonline@gmail.com Facebook, IG, & Twitter: @SitWithUsPod Kim IG & Twitter: @kimmieink Tia IG & Twitter: @TiaTalks_ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sit-with-us/support

What does staying relevant in ministry look like? And is it something we should strive for as Christians? Are we at risk for compromising the gospel when trying to be relevant to our culture? In this episode, Holly and I dive into the issue of staying relevant in ministry. We explore the tension between relevant and traditional, what “relevant” actually means, how we can stay relevant, and what the Bible has to say about the topic. Finally, we discuss some of the implications for us as leaders if we want to remain relevant, as well as some questions to ask yourself to determine if your ministry is relevant.  Relevant vs. Traditional (a.k.a. “old school”): The word “relevant” tends to be a hot button issue.  Some people think it means trendy, compromising the Gospel message, and wearing skinny jeans. Some assume that if your church or ministry wants to be relevant, then it automatically means you are focused only on non-believers, on being “seeker-friendly” and on attracting large numbers. If we think of it this way, it’s easy to throw it out and say that it’s not a valid approach. Then we have another camp that we might call traditional or  “old school”. At a glance, some people might think of “old school” as people who just want to stick to their traditions, keep church the same size, and only preach the Bible verse by verse.  Again, it might be easy to throw out this approach if you take it at face value.  But we need to dig a little deeper. What are some of the positives and negatives of the “old school” churches or Christians? Pros: They are purists and help us stay true to God’s word, his message, and keep us seeking his face.   Usually very focused on “community feel” in their church. Appreciate the rich heritage of Christianity and what’s been done in the past. Cons: When people think how  “we used to do it” is actually the most truly divine and inspired way.   When we cling to things that are preference and not truly biblically we become out of touch to the general population around us.   Focusing on the “good old days” rather than adapting and asking “how can we reach the younger generations?”. What are some of the positives of the “trendy” churches or Christians? Very focused on reaching their communities. Want to stay current with what is most effective, Seem to be in touch with the younger generations. Outside of the box - changing up the way ministry is done. Fun environment, more energy. We get into some of the risks of relevant or “trendy” churches later, but first, let’s look at what relevance actually means. How to Stay Relevant in Ministry: Definition of relevant: “closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered; appropriate to the current time, period, or circumstances; of contemporary interest.” In light of this definition, we do think that we should be relevant in our ministry. But we can do so without compromising the message or watering down the Gospel.  We can also still appreciate and incorporate some of the positives of the traditional approaches. How do we remain relevant in our ministry? Consider the demographics and culture of your area and ask yourself if you are relevant to them. This will look different based on where God has called you. Learn about the culture you are trying to reach. Adapt your style and approach to the culture where you are serving. “Learn your people” as Breshana Miller shared in Episode 45.  What does the Bible say about relevance? Matthew 7:28-29 says:  "And it came to pass, when Jesus had ended these sayings, the people were astonished at His doctrine: For He taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes" (KJV).  Jesus adapted his teaching style to the audience he was speaking to. He used parables often. He adjusted the approach based on the setting and the audience. It’s clear that Jesus made his message relevant to those he was speaking to. 1 Cor. 9:19-23 says: “For though I am free from all, I have made myself a servant to all, that I might win more of them. To the Jews I became as a Jew, in order to win Jews. To those under the law I became as one under the law (though not being myself under the law) that I might win those under the law. To those outside the law I became as one outside the law (not being outside the law of God but under the law of Christ) that I might win those outside the law. To the weak I became weak, that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.I do it all for the sake of the gospel, that I may share with them in its blessings.” (ESV) Paul also shows us that it is necessary to adjust your methods based on the people you are reaching. We note that one key factor here is becoming a servant rather than focusing on your own preferences. Is there a risk in trying to be too relevant or even trendy? Compromising the gospel or watering down the message. Focusing only on getting people in the door and not on helping people to experience the transformation Jesus offers. Becoming a message of “self-help” or inspiration instead of truly acknowledging our sin and our need for Jesus. Becoming a social club rather than a church or ministry where the power of the Holy Spirit is experienced. No authenticity. What does relevance mean for us as leaders? Staying relevant in ministry has implications for us as leaders. Here are some of the ways it will affect us: We need to be willing to adapt and change May have to give up personal preferences Might need to learn new technology or tools Need to stay tuned into the current struggles of our audience Need to embrace the power of the internet and social media We will have to get out of our comfort zone We may need to go be in places we might not normally be present If you want to evaluate how relevant your ministry is, you can ask yourself these questions: How does the community you are in view your church/ministry? Do people come to you in their time of need/crisis? Is your ministry in a rut? Are you doing the same thing over and over but not getting the results you are shooting for? Does your church/ministry lift up the community or just satisfy the needs of those inside? If your church closed, would your city be grieved? Would it even notice? Are our lives and our ministries vibrant, exciting, energetic? Does society need us? Why? Are we considered necessary, or just nice to have around?   We cover a lot of ground in this discussion and we encourage you to wrestle with this issue to decide where you stand. We do feel there are positives on both sides--traditional and “trendy”--but we feel it is important to stay relevant if you want your ministry to stay alive.  We believe that you will need to give up some of your own preferences at times, and be willing to adjust your methods based on the place God has called you.   May 2019 Giveaway: We are running a giveaway for all 4 episodes in May 2019. Each Tuesday, we will draw 1 winner from the previous week’s episode. Entries count from Tuesday through Monday of each week. How to enter: 1. Write a review for the podcast - take a screenshot of your review and email it to podcast@estherlittlefield.com. Alternatively, you may also write a review on my Facebook Page about the podcast. 2. Share about the podcast on your social media - Instagram or FB. Tag either my Facebook page (@estherlittlefield) or Instagram account (@estherdlittlefield) and make sure post is public so we can see it.  3. Tag a friend on any of my posts on my Facebook Page or Instagram account about the episode of the week and encourage that friend to take a listen Each of these things will get you an entry into the drawing for the week, and you’ll also be added to a grand prize drawing, which we will draw by June 7th Giveaway Prizes: Weekly: 1 Book (US entries only); drawn on May 14, 21, 28, and June 4th. Grand prize: Exact items in grand prize to be announced soon! Other Episodes Mentioned: Episode 45: Developing Confidence in Your Gifts & Managing Multiple Roles with Breshana Miller Stay Connected: Subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Click here to find all the options where you can find the podcast. Key Quotes from the Episode: “Don’t let your message become only inspirational instead of transformational.” “Relevance for the sake of relevance is not the point; relevance for the sake of people is the point.” -Holly Cain “The message stays the same but the methods can change”.   Episode Sponsor: Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to estherlittlefield.com/audibleand browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening. How your free trial works: Choose a free audiobook and set up a trial 30-day membership! After 30 days, get one audiobook a month for $14.95/month Receive 30% off the price of additional audiobook purchases Cancel at any time. The books are yours to keep, even if you cancel Go to estherlittlefield.com/audible to start your free trial. 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This episode is politic heavy as Tia gets us ready for the upcoming election. Tune in as we go over the female candidates that have tossed their hat into the ring! Capital Punishment, yay or nay? The debate is on after the upcoming execution of James Byrd's racist murderer. On a lighter note, does monogamy kill the sex game? Is it ok for your man to rock lingerie ladies? And of course we dive deep into #DemThrones! If you haven't watched the latest episode, spoilers and theories getting spilled here! So grab a goblet of wine and be sure to share and tag a friend! Book Us to Host a Live Discussion or Host Your Next Event! FOLLOW US: www.SitWithUsPod.com Email: sitwithusonline@gmail.com Facebook, IG, & Twitter: @SitWithUsPod Kim IG & Twitter: @kimmieink Tia IG & Twitter: @TiaTalks_ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sit-with-us/support

We are back after battling colds and life! Tia shares updates on the latest presidential candidates. Did you need a breakdown on why Israel & Palestine are beefiing? We got you! Beyonce slayed our lives, catch our reactions and our reflections on losing Nipsey Hussle. Do you share your food with your boo or is that crossing the line? And of course we discuss Game of Thrones triumphant return. If you haven't watched episode one spoilers and theories getting spilled here! So grab a glass of wine (or lemonade) and Be sure to share and tag a friend! Book Us to Host a Live Discussion or Host Your Next Event! FOLLOW US: www.SitWithUsPod.com Email: sitwithusonline@gmail.com Facebook, IG, & Twitter: @SitWithUsPod Kim IG & Twitter: @kimmieink Tia IG & Twitter: @TiaTalks_ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sit-with-us/support

I promise we had an outline, but Tia and Kim had to get some things off their chest concerning men and their crazy ways. Don't worry we catch yall up on the Mueller report madness and more! So grab a glass of wine (or lemon water if you still on your resolution) and be sure to share and tag a friend! Book Us to Host a Live Discussion or Host Your Next Event! FOLLOW US: www.SitWithUsPod.com Email: sitwithusonline@gmail.com Facebook, IG, & Twitter: @SitWithUsPod Kim IG & Twitter: @kimmieink Tia IG & Twitter: @TiaTalks_ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sit-with-us/support

Join Tia & Kim as they discuss Impeachment News, R. Kelly's epic meltdown, and what's been going on with Jussie Smollet? It's been quiet chile...Leaving Neverland has the ladies torn and Weigh in on Kim's latest dating question and tell us is she wrong or....What advice would you give your younger self? So grab a glass of wine (or lemon water if you still on your resolution) and Be sure to share and tag a friend! Book Us to Host a Live Discussion or Host Your Next Event! FOLLOW US: www.SitWithUsPod.com Email: sitwithusonline@gmail.com Facebook, IG, & Twitter: @SitWithUsPod Kim IG & Twitter: @kimmieink Tia IG & Twitter: @TiaTalks_ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sit-with-us/support

EP40: The Infinity Gauntlet of Hip Hop (Feat. TrigNO) One year ago from the date we recorded this episode, the socially unacceptable podcast was born, so it was only right for us the kick off our second year with one of our favorite artists from the city, TrigNO. We dive into all the elements of hip hop. Dance, Art, Music, beatboxing, and DJ'ing. We talk about the importance of being hands on in your career, having a solid foundation, social media, the importance of digging in the crates, and we also premier the intro of his upcoming project produced by @ItsSeanStarks (timestamped at 1:15:36), because we are DJ's and we break open records now! Book Us!!! We also deep dive into the 4sight EP which can be found on all streaming platforms: ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/4sight/1445596745 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1XnaKEgS2OdgrSlPfyJw0l?si=9tyHilfFQ26DHbYxhmxosw Make sure to follow him on all social media Twitter: @TrigNO__ IG: @TrigNO__ Website: www.trigno.co And lastly if you rock with us the long way and wanna let us hold something (aka financially support the show) feel free to click the following links to show some love. Love y'all, be safe and stay dangerous

On this episode we got legendary booking agent and manager Johnnie Cabbell. He has worked with Shawty Lo, Gucci Mane, and Nicki Minaj to name a few. We talk Shawty Lo vs. TI, the origins of snap music, and more great insider stories. 

This week it is my extra special pleasure to be speaking with one of the co-originators of permaculture itself, David Holmgren. David is an author, educator, designer, activist and permaculturalist (obviously) with many decades experience. He joins us today to talk about his fantastic new project and accompanying book, Retrosuburbia, the details for which you will find in the show notes. Extremely good times. Show Notes Retrosuburbia website. Buy the Book: US, UK, AU Retrosuburbia on Facebook: Page, Group. Holmgren Design on Twitter. Note: There is extra material for this episode at the post page on runesoup.com