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How does a college dance teacher end up becoming one of the most recognized names in fitness? In this Fitness Friday episode, Shaun T joins me to share how he went from teaching hip-hop classes at Equinox to creating Hip Hop Abs, Insanity, and inspiring millions of people around the world. We talk about what really keeps people motivated, why fun matters more than fear, and how confidence gets built one rep at a time. Shaun also opens up about his evolution, from being told he'd never hit like a pro to beating Serena Williams in doubles, and how therapy changed his mindset as a high achiever. He shares what it was like to grow through the early days of Beachbody, how Hip Hop Abs was born, and why showing up fully as yourself is what creates real connection. For Shaun, being a gay Black man in the fitness space wasn't something to hide. It became his strength. Shaun T is a fitness trainer, choreographer, and motivational speaker best known for programs like Insanity, T25, and Hip Hop Abs. He's also an advocate for mental health, self-belief, and authenticity in and out of the gym.

Seth takes a closer look at Trump writing a long and incoherent social media rant about the Epstein files.Then, Cynthia Erivo talks about how close she is with her Wicked co-stars, a fan dressing up as one of her nails for Halloween and how emotional she felt while watching Wicked: For Good.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*This is a teaser for this Patreon and Substack-only bonus episode, click here to listen to the full episode*Ever wondered who else brings The Stacks to life? Well, lucky for you, you're about to meet them. For the first time ever, we're bringing you behind the scenes to introduce you to the team that helps make this podcast happen. Join Traci as she chats with Sahara Clement, Cherie Marquez, and Christian Dueñas about who they are, what they do, the biggest surprises and hardest parts of their jobs, and the things she does that annoy them. This podcast wouldn't be what it is without their hard work, and you can support that by joining The Stacks Pack on Patreon and subscribing to our Substack.You can find links to everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks Website: https://www.thestackspodcast.com/unabridged/2025/11/21/tsu-53-meet-the-stacks-teamConnect with Sahara: Website | Instagram Connect with Cherie: Website | InstagramConnect with Christian: InstagramConnect with The Stacks: Instagram | Twitter | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | SubscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Liberty talks about several books that are in her orbit right now! Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a book. Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news. We've got the chops to match the book lover in your life with their next favorite read. And it only takes a few clicks to gift Tailored Book Recommendations! Simply head to mytbr.co/gift to get started. Books Discussed: The Crèche Keeper's Guild by Ware Wilkins, Faith Anthony  The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye by Sonny Liew Cat Nap by Brian Lees Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid To the Moon and Back by Eliana Ramage Recipes for an Unexpected Afterlife by Deston J. Munden Hunger and Thirst by Claire Fuller  Pendergast: The Beginning by Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child  Down Came the Spiders by Ally Russell Banned: How I Squandered an All-Star NBA Career Before Finding My Redemption by Michael Ray Richardson This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In today's episode of 'Home Business Profits with Ray Higdon,' Ray dives deep into effective follow-up tactics to turn conversations into conversions. Learn how maintaining proper posture and strategically managing client interactions can significantly impact your sales success. Don't miss out on these actionable tips—tune in now! ——

Books are disappearing from kids' lives, and so is something sacred. In this episode of Celebrate Kids: Facing in the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch explore startling new data showing that only 30% of eighth-graders read at or above proficiency, and that over 30% of teens hardly ever read for fun. Together, they unpack why reading has declined over the last 40 years and how technology has quietly taken its place. Dr. Kathy, whose Ph.D. is in reading and educational psychology, explains that kids don't just learn from books, they learn through them. Reading shapes imagination, memory, empathy, and even spiritual understanding. From a dad's nightly reading routine full of laughter and silly voices to the ancient call in Deuteronomy for God's Word to be read aloud to every generation, Wayne and Dr. Kathy remind parents that reading isn't just an academic exercise; it's identity formation. Discover how reading together restores belonging, deepens faith, and invites our kids to see the world through God's story, not just a glowing screen.

In this hour of VSiN By The Books, hosts Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis recap yesterday's top sports headlines. Plus, the guys preview the week 12 slate of games in the NFL. Also, joining the show is Thomas Gable, Director of Race & Sports at the Borgata, to discuss where the money is coming in this week.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this hour of VSiN By The Books, hosts Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis recap yesterday's top sports headlines. Plus, joining the show is Warren Sharp, NFL Analyst at SharpFootballAnalysis.com,  to preview this week's NFL games. Also, joining the show is Lou Finocchiaro, VSiN Betting Analyst, to preview this weekend's UFC Fight Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Street smarts is the REAL currency—the raw, gut-level intelligence that turns weak negotiators into deal-closers, and average salespeople into legends. This isn't theory. This is survival-level dominance—the kind that reads a room in 3 seconds, flips objections into yeses, and makes people beg to buy from you. Without it? You're getting eaten alive. With it? You can increase your income, your influence, your LIFE. Street smarts defined: It's your social IQ —reading people like a book, adapting in chaos, and making split-second moves that win. It's not EQ. It's not book smarts. It's real-world radar: spotting lies, building trust fast, knowing when to push, when to walk. It's the hidden code that separates the 1% who crush from the 99% who get crushed. maximizeyourinfluence.com

We're taking a look at some powerful resources… the 3 books I've written. Get a great overview of each one and see how they may be of use to you or others.

Update from day 8 Help Support this podcast with the following links, Thanks for listening! Total Boat 5% discount code: https://www.totalboat.com/?sca_ref=9803393.xY85BaEnxZ Rustbelt 950: https://glexpeditionaryclub.org/rust-belt-950 Support this Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast Help fund my next adventure here: https://gofund.me/6df0fb45 One Time Donations Via PayPal and Venmo: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/JeromeRand https://account.venmo.com/u/sailingintooblivion Amazon WishList: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/33F36RF315G8V?ref_=wl_share Children's Book: https://a.co/d/1q2Xkev Sailing Into Oblivion Children's Audio Book: Audible.com Sailing Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/sailing-into-oblivion/ Books: https://a.co/d/eYaP10M Reach out to the Show: https://www.sailingintooblivion.com/podcasts

Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Dr. Jori discusses with her listeners how, by faith, Jacob blessed each of the sons of Joseph and more of the details surrounding this. Scripture References: Hebrews 11:21; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 13:22; Hebrews 10:25; Hebrews 1:1-4; John 1:14; John 1:1-3; Colossians 1:15-18; Hebrews 10:26-29;  Hebrews 10:35-11:3; Hebrews 11:8-21; Genesis 48 Scripture translation used is the Legacy Standard Bible.  “Scripture quotations taken from the (LSB®) Legacy Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2021 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Managed in partnership with Three Sixteen Publishing Inc. LSBible.org and 316publishing.comFIND DR. JORI ON OTHER PLATFORMS https://linktr.ee/drjorishafferCHECK OUT THE DWELL AUDIO BIBLE APP:Click this link for my unique referral code.  I use this frequently. Such a wonderful audio bible app. https://dwellapp.io/aff?ref=jorishafferBIBLE STUDY TOOLS DR. JORI USES:Note: These contain  Amazon affiliate links, meaning I get a commission, at no extra cost to you,  if you decide to make a purchase through my links.Here is a link to some of my favorite bible study tools on Amazon:https://geni.us/cHtrfEMr. Pen Bible Journaling Kitshttps://lvnta.com/lv_PTrHSCogbRim4yhEDnhttps://lvnta.com/lv_mkaMOuGe6m4oHR88uqhttps://lvnta.com/lv_dgvsxOc99t663A628z  JOIN DR. JORI IN DEVOTIONAL JOURNALING IN 2025Check out this 9 min YouTube Video outlining her journaling strategy! Don't Forget to subscribe to the YouTube Channel! https://youtu.be/lqe9TO7RSz4 BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive    LOOKING TO RETAIN MORE OF WHAT YOUR PASTOR IS TEACHING?              CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S SERMON REFLECTION JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://amzn.to/418LfRshttps://amzn.to/41862EyHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com  Support the show

This week Erin shares her new hobby of reading rare books from the 1930s, and Bryan gets back to smoking on the set of a short film in New York. Bryan covers annual polls from YouGov/The Economist and Gallup showing support for gay marriage and trans rights is at its lowest level in the last 10 years. Erin discusses how the NHS in the UK is now including menopause screening in routine health checks, plus how the FDA is removing black box warnings from most menopausal therapy products. To subscribe to Erin's Substack click here. For tickets to Dead Pilots Society on 12/7 in LA click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth takes a closer look at Donald Trump losing his monthslong battle to stop the release of the Epstein files after Congress passed a bill forcing the Justice Department to make them public.Then, Jonathan Bailey talks about how seeing his niece watch Wicked: For Good for the first time made him cry and loving all of the time he's been spending with the cast before being joined by his childhood best friend Kit Buchan to talk about his play Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

-- On the Show: -- Attorney General Pam Bondi refuses to answer questions on what the next steps for releasing the Epstein files will be, leaving the process uncertain -- Trump is losing control over Republicans as his efforts to stop the release of Epstein files fail and MAGA lawmakers ignore his pleas -- A PBS/NPR/Marist poll shows Democrats leading Republicans by 14 points with independents strongly favoring Democrats -- Rep. James Comer admits that if an Epstein list does not exist, Congress may need to construct one to investigate potential law violations -- HUD Secretary Scott Turner falsely claims undocumented immigrants can get mortgages while ignoring that federal law requires legal identification and residency for mortgages -- Trump consistently reacts with anger, insults, and intimidation when challenged by female reporters, reflecting insecurity and childhood influence -- Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly criticizes Trump for fighting the release of Epstein files, arguing he is tearing apart the MAGA movement -- Trump makes exaggerated and incoherent claims about Jerome Powell, jobs, inflation, and Walmart Thanksgiving meals while speaking to the public -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt calls the Epstein story a "classic Washington hoax" and gives awkward responses to personal questions -- On the Bonus Show: Zohran Mamdani to meet with Trump at the White House, the DOJ is directed to sue states that pass AI regulations, the FHFA is considering three new mortgage options, and much more...

Brea and Mallory debate whether or not your wheelhouse can be too big. Plus, they list libraries that give out of country cards, and recommend books that will metaphorically punch you in the stomach. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreThe Reading Glasses Book!Sponsors -Apronwww.apronnotebooks.comCODE: GLASSESGreenChefwww.greenchef.com/50GLASSESCODE: 50GLASSES Links -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupWish ListNewsletterLibro.fmTo join our Discord channel, email us proof of your Reading-Glasses-supporting Maximum Fun membership!www.maximumfun.org/joinLibraries with Out of Country Cards:Chappel Hill public library, Broward county library in Florida, The new york society, The mercantile, Redwood Library, Austin public libraryQueens Borough Library, NY has an annual membership for non residents - $50Many of the London borough libraries - free international membership that you can sign up for online - Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea librariesCharlotte Mecklenburg Library in Charlotte, North CarolinaQueer Liberation Library - freeOrange County Public Library System in Florida - $150/yearVirginia's Shenandoah Valley- $10 for six monthsBooks Mentioned -The Hounding by Xenobe PurvisWhat Fury Brings by Tricia LevensellerAngel Down by Daniel KrausYellowface by R.F. Kuang

Actress Leslie Bibb sits down with Jenna Bush Hager to reflect on her career journey, beginning with being “discovered” on The Oprah Winfrey Show in 1990. She opens up about the moments that shaped her, how she's overcome self-doubt, and the lessons she's learned from decades in Hollywood. Leslie shares why choosing her own path and creating clear boundaries has led to a more grounded, joyful, and authentic life. Plus, she shares her thoughts on navigating perfectionism and whether she'd ever write a book. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plastic is everywhere. In our homes, on our streets, in our oceans. But recent research suggests it's also inside us: in our blood, our organs, even our brain. So how concerned should we be? Today, Jonathan and Dr. Federica Amati are joined by longevity doctor and clinician Dr. Sabine Donnai to explore one critical question: what does plastic exposure mean for our long-term health?  Dr. Donnai breaks down how microplastics travel from packaging, food, and air into our bloodstream, and why their size means they may cross biological barriers once thought impenetrable, including the blood-brain barrier. The conversation also looks at the broader health implications of plastic-associated chemicals like BPA, their potential links to hormone disruption, inflammation, and cardiovascular risk, and why avoiding them may be especially important for those living in urban areas. For listeners keen to take practical steps, this episode offers simple and empowering guidance. Dr. Donnai shares specific tools that can reduce your exposure without creating unnecessary fear or overwhelm. You'll also hear how diet plays a key role in supporting your body's natural detox processes and why a colourful, fibre-rich diet may help us all manage the modern plastic burden. If plastics are entering your brain and bloodstream, what does it mean for your future health? And how much control do we really have in a world built on plastic? Unwrap the truth about your food

Visit www.joniradio.org for more inspiration and encouragement! --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with a purchase from the Joni and Friends Christmas catalog. You are sending hope and practical care to people with disabilities, all in the name of Jesus! Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

In this conversation, J Scott shares his journey from a tech career in Silicon Valley to becoming a successful real estate investor and author. He discusses the challenges and strategies involved in flipping houses, the importance of building a strong team, and the evolution of his career into multifamily syndication. J also provides insights into the current economic landscape, the implications of interest rates, and his predictions for the future of the real estate market, particularly in the context of a master planned community development. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Overview of the Episode 00:00:45 - J Scott's Background and Transition to Real Estate 00:01:55 - Discussion on J's Book "Real Estate by the Numbers" 00:04:14 - Insights on Scaling Business Through Team Building 00:10:08 - Financing Strategies for House Flipping 00:12:58 - The Journey of Writing Books and Sharing Knowledge 00:19:25 - J's Perspective on Interest Rates and Economic Implications 00:30:11 - Current Projects and Future Developments in Multifamily Real Estate Connect with J Scott on Social: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/jscottinvestor  Learn More About Accountable Equity: Visit Us: http://www.accountableequity.com/  Access eBook: https://accountableequity.com/case-study/#register  Turn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

In this hour of VSiN By the Books, Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis recap all the stories from last night's action, and preview Thursday Night Football between the Bills and Texans. Later, Greg Peterson joins the show to talk some college basketball. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this hour of VSiN By the Books, Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis cover the top stories around the NFL, and go over some of the prop markets for this weekend. Later, Mike Palm, VP of Operations at  Circa, The D, & Golden Gate Casino joins the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this hour of VSiN By the Books, Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis go over which sides they lean towards for week 12 of the NFL season. Later, they talk DFS and give more preview of Thursday Night Football. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lafian returns home to make decisions about his future, and about what he wants should he not make it to see tomorrow. Lafian reconnects with his oldest friends. Will Lafian be able to settle his affairs ahead of the fight? I guess we're about to find out! --- Get ad free episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! You can help support the show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.Patreon.com/blighthouse⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find us - Email: TheLuckyDiePodcast@gmail.com Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.TheLuckyDie.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TLDPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/vtgnVAZY44 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blighthouse Studio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Artist, author and Stolen Generations survivor, Rhonda Collard-Spratt, on bush hugs, beehives, emu bumps, and finding peace.Aunty Rhonda Collard-Spratt is a Yamatji-Noongar elder and Stolen Generations survivor who grew up on the Carnarvon Native Mission in Western Australia.As a little girl she would escape from her dormitory into the bush to feel the love and warmth she was missing from her mum.After leaving the mission as a teenager, Rhonda trained as a hairdresser, creating some of the best beehives in Perth.Later in life, she managed to reconnect with her mum and formed a surprising bond with her English stepfather, through music.Rhonda Collard-Spratt's memoir, Alice's Daughter: Lost Mission Child, was written with Jacki Ferro and published by Aboriginal Studies Press.You can find her children's book series, Spirit of the Dreaming, online in both print and audiobook formats.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris, executive producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores Aboriginal Australia, black history, colonisation, segregation, assimilation, religion, Christianity, the Native Act, reckoning with Australia's history, the Voice, racism, Indigenous suicide, mental health, medical neglect, art, motherhood, writing, books, memoir, modern Australia, Ipswich, Churches of Christ, Aborigines Mission Board.

Mindfulness is about being in the present, being in the now.  It is about not being distracted by the past or the future.  Live in the present because, really, the present is all we have.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHOR PAGE

This week, TLS contributors select their favourites from 2025; plus an interview with CD Rose, winner of this year's Goldsmiths Prize.‘We Live Here Now', by CD RoseProduced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back for another update, day 5, Nov 19th  Thanks for listening Help Support this podcast with the following links, Thanks for listening! Total Boat 5% discount code: https://www.totalboat.com/?sca_ref=9803393.xY85BaEnxZ Rustbelt 950: https://glexpeditionaryclub.org/rust-belt-950 Support this Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast Help fund my next adventure here: https://gofund.me/6df0fb45 One Time Donations Via PayPal and Venmo: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/JeromeRand https://account.venmo.com/u/sailingintooblivion Amazon WishList: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/33F36RF315G8V?ref_=wl_share Children's Book: https://a.co/d/1q2Xkev Sailing Into Oblivion Children's Audio Book: Audible.com Sailing Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/sailing-into-oblivion/ Books: https://a.co/d/eYaP10M Reach out to the Show: https://www.sailingintooblivion.com/podcasts

In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany sits down with Rachel Downey, founder & CEO of Share Your Genius, to unpack a year of deep personal work that changed how she leads. Rachel shares the mantra that anchored her: “If I take care of myself, the business will take care of itself,” and how trading survival mode for stewardship reshaped her decisions, calendar, and confidence.From learning to linger in hard things to setting bigger, simpler goals, Rachel explains why trusting her instincts, deciding faster, and paying for expertise helped turn anxiety into momentum. She also gets practical about morning routines, cutting distractions, and the role of faith in separating identity from outcomes, so the business can grow without consuming the person running it.For more from Tiffany:Sign up for the Insider's Newsletter: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/TS-Newsletter-SubscribeFollow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauderLearn More: https://www.tiffanysauder.com What You'll Learn:How self-care, faith, and identity work can unlock clearer, faster leadership decisionsWhy “simple over everything” and hiring for gaps create scalable growthHow to balance seasons of triage with the discipline required to dream againTimestamps:(00:00) Intro(00:42) Meet Rachel and Share Your Genius(01:50) 2024: fatigue and reality checks(04:39) 2025 plan: simple, bigger bets(07:12) Trusting instincts as a leadership skill(11:12) Self-care as an operating system(18:15) Books that replaced numbing with nourishment(19:36) Pruning commitments and reframing worthiness(26:43) Discipline that makes space to dream(31:15) The case for a real podcast strategyFor more from Rachel, check out these links:LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelelstsdowney/Share Your Genius: https://www.shareyourgenius.com Check out the sponsor of this episode:Created in partnership with Share Your Genius  Your Holiday Gift Guide Starts Here: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/2025-Holiday-Gift-Guide

Is it possible for lead generation to be sustainable for independent consultants who are wearing so many hats in their businesses?What does a sustainable lead generation process look like?In this episode, Melisa breaks down why so many consultants fall into the start/stop lead generation cycle and end up creating feast or famine in their businesses. It's because their lead generation strategy, routines, and mindset are not sustainable.You'll learn why outsourcing or automating your lead gen isn't a silver bullet, and what you need before you consider those options. Plus, Melisa walks through five key components of a lead gen system that doesn't burn you out or leave you guessing whether you're doing enough.What you will learn in this episode:[07:45] Why lead generation often feels unsustainable, and why it's not a time issue[14:22] The #1 question keeping consultants stuck in feast-or-famine and how to answer it[17:30] The 3 essential “modes” of lead generation (and how to shift between them)[25:14] How to make lead generation easier through inbound systems[28:00] Why managing your mind is the most overlooked part of consistent lead genIf your lead gen strategy feels inconsistent, unclear, or completely nonexistent, this episode will show you how to simplify it, sustain it, and make it work with the rest of your business.Mentioned Resources1) Companion Resource:  The Consultant's Lead Gen Effectiveness Scorecard 2) Full Show Notes: https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-245/3) Melisa's Books, Planners & Journals: https://linktr.ee/melisaliberman4) Related Podcast Episode: Episode 244 - The Real Reason Your Consulting Pipeline Isn't Predictable Episode 156 - The 3 Lead Generation Modes for a Consulting Business Pipeline 5) Mentioned in this Episode: Join the waitlist for the 2026 Lead Gen SprintWant help achieving your consulting business goals? Melisa can help. Click here for more on coaching tailored to you as an independent consulting business owner.

In this delightful episode of "Reading With Your Kids," host Jed Doherty welcomes author Adib Khorram and illustrator Hanna Cha to celebrate their wonderful picture book, "Tea Is Love." The conversation brims with warmth as Adib and Hanna share the story behind their collaboration, revealing that, surprisingly, many authors and illustrators rarely meet during the creative process—making their teamwork even more special. They chat about the inspiration for "Tea Is Love," exploring how tea connects people across cultures and generations, and how the book's gentle words and stunning illustrations invite families to slow down, share a cup, and make memories together. Both guests reminisce about their own tea experiences and marvel at the world's many unique tea traditions, from Japanese ceremonies to intimate family rituals. Jed, Adib, and Hanna also discuss the magic of picture books: how they distill big ideas into poetic stories that capture children's imaginations. The episode closes with exciting sneak peeks at future projects and encouragement for listeners to support their local bookstores and libraries. It's a heartwarming conversation steeped in creativity, cultural celebration, and the simple joys of reading and sharing time together. Later in the episode, Jed sits down with the inspiring Dorian Stewart to talk about her book, "I Am M.A.D.E. to Be Unstoppable." Their conversation shines a light on resilience, perseverance, and empowerment. Dorian shares her personal journey, the motivation behind her work, and how her story encourages young readers to face challenges with courage and determination. This uplifting segment adds another layer of encouragement to the episode, reminding families that everyone has the power to be unstoppable.

12 - Remember the seditious video that our Democrat Congresspeople put out the other day? Well, Rep. Crow went on Fox News to defend himself and ended up seeing ghosts. Why do they always play coy when pressed about rhetoric? 1215 - Side - all-time rivalry 1220 - Randi Weingarten is complaining that she can't get her message across and people call her out for not being the biological mother of her children. Does she see the hypocrisy of what she's saying? 1230 - Finally! A health administrator that is naming names and taking no prisoners! Who is Admiral Brian Christine and how is he already better than Rachel Levine? 1240 - Your calls. 1250 - Did Trump threaten political violence? Will he be hanged? Your calls. 1 - NJ Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia joins the show. Why is New Jersey looking to move delinquency standards from 25% of days missed to 50%? What is this federal loophole that New Jersey lawmakers are looking to exploit? Why does this harm the children the most? Why is the messaging on affordability falling flat for Republicans? 120 - Teasing the next Politics and Pints. Your calls. 130 - PA State Treasurer and Candidate for Governor, Stacy Garrity joins us today. How was this illegal immigrant and terrorist able to get a CDL in Pennsylvania? Stacy gives a staggering stat regarding licensing. Will Josh Shapiro take accountability on this one or keep making TikToks? Is Al Schmidt right to say there is nothing wrong with the licensing system? Who can't handle the truth? 140 - What are they saying about Joey Merlino now? Dom has some rivalry news. 150 - Your calls to end the hour. 2 - School Choice Evangelists, Corey DeAngelis, joins us again today after he called out local Representative Brian Fitzpatrick. How big of a phony is Randi Weingarten for her weak cop out on her fascist rhetoric? Why is Corey calling out Fitzpatrick? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - How's the market looking today? Dom calls out the Democrats for not calling out anything specific on what they don't like about Trump and the military? 235 - Dr. Marc Siegel, author of The Miracles Among Us: How God's Grace Plays a Role in Healing, joins us today. Are people still sending him miracles now weeks after his book was released? How is meeting your wife a miracle? Dr. Siegel tells the story of a man who has lived through 4 different cancers and does anything he wants. How old are Marc's parents? What other kinds of stories are in this book? 250 - The Lightning Round!

Marc Rubinstein is author of Net Interest – a leading weekly newsletter on the world of finance. Before this, Marc spent ten years at leading hedge fund Lansdowne Partners, where he was a partner and portfolio manager. This was after he spent time on the sell-side working for Barclays Investment Bank (BZW), Schroders and then Credit Suisse, where he was head of the European banks research team. In this podcast we discuss:.   AI bubble historical analogies  1907 crisis and non-bank growth  Private credit risks  Fraud cycles and market corrections  Jane Street's technological edge  Exchanges commoditise trading  Banks adopt blockchain technology  Fintech challenges incumbents  AI disrupts entry-level finance jobs  Books mentioned: 1929 (Andrew Ross Sorkin), Land Trap (Mike Bird) 

Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Dr. Jori discusses with her listeners how Jesus began to denounce the cities in which most of His miracles  were done, because they did not repent. Scripture References: Matthew 11:20;  2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:21; John 17:17; Psalm 119:160; John 3:16-17; Matthew 1-2; Matthew 11:11-24; Matthew 3:11; Romans 10:9-11 Scripture translation used is the Legacy Standard Bible.  “Scripture quotations taken from the (LSB®) Legacy Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2021 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Managed in partnership with Three Sixteen Publishing Inc. LSBible.org and 316publishing.comFIND DR. JORI ON OTHER PLATFORMS https://linktr.ee/drjorishafferCHECK OUT THE DWELL AUDIO BIBLE APP:Click this link for my unique referral code.  I use this frequently. Such a wonderful audio bible app. https://dwellapp.io/aff?ref=jorishafferBIBLE STUDY TOOLS DR. JORI USES:Note: These contain  Amazon affiliate links, meaning I get a commission, at no extra cost to you,  if you decide to make a purchase through my links.Here is a link to some of my favorite bible study tools on Amazon:https://geni.us/cHtrfEMr. Pen Bible Journaling Kitshttps://lvnta.com/lv_PTrHSCogbRim4yhEDnhttps://lvnta.com/lv_mkaMOuGe6m4oHR88uqhttps://lvnta.com/lv_dgvsxOc99t663A628z  JOIN DR. JORI IN DEVOTIONAL JOURNALING IN 2025Check out this 9 min YouTube Video outlining her journaling strategy! Don't Forget to subscribe to the YouTube Channel! https://youtu.be/lqe9TO7RSz4 BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive    LOOKING TO RETAIN MORE OF WHAT YOUR PASTOR IS TEACHING?              CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S SERMON REFLECTION JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://amzn.to/418LfRshttps://amzn.to/41862EyHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com  Support the show

The prominent Faulkner scholar Ahmed Honeini first joined us in 2024 to discuss the rivalry and intertextuality between Ernest Hemingway and William Faulkner.Clearly, in a topic so vast, devoted to the two leading titans of 20th-century American literature, one puny, inexhaustible episode was not enough. So, Ahmed Honeini agreed to come back onto One True Podcast to continue our pursuit of Hemingway and his contemporaries. We discuss Faulkner's great works, how his concept of mortality compares with Hemingway's, the inadequacy of language, Hemingway's iceberg theory, and Ahmed's favorite moment in all of Faulkner.Join us for this wonderful conversation with the Founder of the Faulkner Studies in the UK Research Network! 

Many aspiring authors believe they need more time—or a more flexible life—before they can write a book. In today's episode, we'll break down the truth: Books get finished not because life slows down, but because you build a consistent, sustainable writing routine.You'll hear why writing at the same time each day (especially in the morning) boosts your productivity, how simple temporary sacrifices can open up the space you need, and why communicating your goals with the people in your life helps protect your writing hours. I'll also share how clear, time-bound commitments can move you from intention to real progress.Whether you're balancing a full-time job, family, or a busy schedule, this episode will give you the practical strategies and encouragement to integrate writing into your daily life and keep your book moving forward.Make sure you subscribe, like, comment, or share this video. It helps me reach more future authors with highly valuable short tips for their book-writing journeys.

John's “Arendt's Refugee Politics” came out in Public Books in early November. He made the case that his favorite political philosopher, Hannah Arendt is an opponent both of identity politics and also of a cosmpolitan universalism that is blind to all the differences (of race, gender, belief) that make us who though not what we are. Going back to one of the first pieces she published in English, a 1943 essay from Menorah called "We Refugees", he reflected on how amazingly Arendt was able to air her unease about militant Zionism at the same time she warned fellow arrivals in America from rushing to disguise their origins. Recall this Book 153 is simply John reading the article aloud. It is an experiment (akin to Books in Dark Times and Recall This Story and Recall This B-Side) in soliloquy. You can consult footnotes and a read a transcript by heading back to the article in its original form here. Reach out and let us know if you think it should be the first of many, or simply a one-off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In 2016, Ludovic Orlando, a genetics researcher, embarked on the Pegasus Project, an ambitious endeavor to use genetics to discover the origin of the modern horse. There were plenty of theories as to who domesticated horses first–but Ludovic's team came up with their answer: They emerged on the western Eurasian steppe around 4200 years ago. But that revelation was only the beginning of Ludovic's work, as he dug into the genetic origins of different kinds of horses, like the Arabian horse, as well as charted how the horse's genetic diversity changed over time. His research is collected in his new book Horses: A 4,000-Year Genetic Journey Across the World (Princeton UP, 2025) Ludovic Orlando is a CNRS Silver Medal–winning research director and founding director of the Centre for Anthropobiology and Genomics of Toulouse at the University of Toulouse in France. His work has appeared in leading publications such as Nature, Science, and Cell. He is a recipient of the American Association for the Advancement of Science's Newcomb Cleveland Prize. You can find more reviews, excerpts, interviews, and essays at The Asian Review of Books, including its review of Horses. Follow on Twitter at @BookReviewsAsia. Nicholas Gordon is an editor for a global magazine, and a reviewer for the Asian Review of Books. He can be found on Twitter at@nickrigordon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Ever wonder which books can truly shift how you think, live, and experience abundance? In this episode, I'm sharing six powerful reads that helped me expand my mindset, raise my vibration, and step into a more prosperous way of living. These books have supported me through business, spirituality, and personal growth — and they might be exactly what your heart is ready for next. Books Mentioned: The Having — Suh Yoon Lee & Jooyun Hong Don't Believe Everything You Think — Joseph Nguyen The Big Leap — Gay Hendricks Frequency: The Power of Personal Vibration — Penney Peirce Psycho-Cybernetics — Maxwell Maltz They Ask, You Answer — Marcus Sheridan Tune in to hear why each of these books made such an impact on my life — and how they might shift yours, too. I'd love to hear your book recommendations — share them with me and our community. You can find these books linked in my Amazon Shop:  And if this episode inspired you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast at RateThisPodcast.com/ourreimaginedlife. Your feedback helps this message of abundance reach more people. Here's to living a spirit-led life. I love you. Julie 

For writer and podcaster Zibby Owens (On Being Jewish Now, Blank: A Novel), it was never her plan to center her work around Jewish identity. But as the critical need for Jewish representation and storytelling grew, she started to share more Jewish voices and Israel advocacy on her literary platform. Zibby's work serves as a model of what happens when you follow your convictions. In honor of the 100th anniversary of Jewish Book Month, this episode will inspire educators to lean into Jewish joy through the power of storytelling. Plus, Zibby shares her favorite books with listeners that have shaped her own sense of Jewish pride! Explore how The Jewish Education Project is reimagining Jewish education in our Strategic Plan. Register for Jewish Futures 2025.Learn more about The Jewish Education Project here.This episode was produced by Miranda Lapides and Rina Cohen Schwarz. The show's executive producers are David Bryfman, Karen Cummins, and Nessa Liben. This episode was engineered and edited by Nathan J. Vaughan of NJV Media. If you enjoyed the show, please leave us a 5-star rating and review, or even better, share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and be the first to know when new episodes are released. To learn more about The Jewish Education Project visit jewishedproject.org where you can find links to our Jewish Educator Portal and learn more about our mission, history, and staff. We are a proud partner of UJA-Federation of New York. 

194. What Lights You Up? (with Mary Olson-Menzel) Mary is a renowned expert in career and workplace success. She has 30+ years of global leadership experience across various industries, including media, tech, healthcare, and sports. As an executive leadership coach, Mary works with both companies and individuals to unlock their potential, improving business performance and catalyzing growth. Her methods bring a fresh perspective to business, nurturing teamwork and driving results and success. Her innate curiosity and ability to connect with people paved the way for her life's work: helping leaders at all levels channel what “lights them up” and inspire them to follow more fulfilling and successful personal and professional journeys. She is a part of Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches and is a regular Guest Lecturer on career development, internships, and workplace success at NYU. Her book, “What Lights You Up? Illuminate Your Path and Take the Next Big Step in Your Career,” is a National Bestseller. takeaways Mary's career journey includes multiple pivots, showcasing adaptability. The importance of self-discovery in finding fulfilling work. Asking for help can be a strength, not a weakness. Visibility in personal branding is crucial for career success. Leaders should be authentic and human in their approach. Self-care is essential to avoid burnout in demanding jobs. Networking can be organic and should focus on genuine connections. The book 'What Lights You Up' offers a roadmap for career fulfillment. Listening to one's own wisdom is vital in career decisions. Leadership is about understanding individual needs and motivations. Books that Mary recommends: Visualeadership, Risk Forward, Leading with Gratitude, Ikigai Links to learn more about Mary Olson-Menzel and her book: Website: www.maryolsonmenzel.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-olson-menzel-mvpexec/ Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-olson-menzel-mvpexec/   Thank you for listening to The Visibility Factor Podcast!    Check out my website to order my book and view the  videos/resources for The Visibility Factor book.   As always, I encourage you to reach out! You can email me at hello@susanmbarber.com. You can also find me on social media everywhere –Facebook, LinkedIn, and of course on The Visibility Factor Podcast! I look forward to connecting with you!       If you liked The Visibility Factor Podcast, I would be so grateful if you could subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts! It helps the podcast get in front of more people who can learn how to be visible too!     

Paul discusses women: Women are to dress modestly at church Women are to learn "quietly" - what that means Women are not to be the teaching authorities One woman was deceived in the garden One woman brought the Messiah into the world   Hey! Don't go away yet! Also check out these other P40 sites:  Website - https://www.p40ministries.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries  Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com  Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869  Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk  Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop  YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle    Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee  https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40   This ministry is only made possible due to your generous support https://www.p40ministries.com/donate

New York Times bestselling author Mia Sheridan joins me to talk all about her latest romance–thriller, The Fix. A true fixture in the romance world, Sheridan continues to shine with a catalog of 20+ beloved books—and this new release is no exception.I told her during our chat that The Fix gave me total early-90s thriller meets Lifetime-romance vibes—in the best way. The pacing snaps, the tension builds, and the twists deliver.We dove into her career, the heartbreaking inspiration that first pushed her to write, our shared love of true crime, and why genre-blending works when you've got the right recipe. Mia was an absolute delight—warm, thoughtful, and such a sharp storyteller. Truly, an inspiration.

John's “Arendt's Refugee Politics” came out in Public Books in early November. He made the case that his favorite political philosopher, Hannah Arendt is an opponent both of identity politics and also of a cosmpolitan universalism that is blind to all the differences (of race, gender, belief) that make us who though not what we are. Going back to one of the first pieces she published in English, a 1943 essay from Menorah called "We Refugees", he reflected on how amazingly Arendt was able to air her unease about militant Zionism at the same time she warned fellow arrivals in America from rushing to disguise their origins. Recall this Book 153 is simply John reading the article aloud. It is an experiment (akin to Books in Dark Times and Recall This Story and Recall This B-Side) in soliloquy. You can consult footnotes and a read a transcript by heading back to the article in its original form here. Reach out and let us know if you think it should be the first of many, or simply a one-off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Summary In this episode of the Customer Service Revolution Podcast, Denise Thompson and John DeJulius discuss the concept of making price irrelevant through exceptional customer experiences. They explore how consistency in service, a zero-risk mindset, and equipping employees to articulate value can lead to customer loyalty and a competitive edge in the market. The conversation emphasizes the importance of focusing on the overall experience rather than just pricing strategies. Takeaways: Making price irrelevant is about the experience delivered. Consistency in service leads to customer loyalty. Competing in experience is more effective than competing on price. Zero risk mindset enhances customer trust and loyalty. Service recovery can increase customer loyalty after a mistake. Employees must be trained to articulate the value of services. Journey mapping helps understand customer experiences better. Great companies focus on the basics of customer service. Articulating reasons for higher prices is crucial for sales. Creating a signature experience differentiates a brand. Chapters: 00:00Making Price Irrelevant Through Experience 07:59Competing in the Experience Wars 15:59Zero Risk and Customer Loyalty 20:48Empowering Employees to Articulate Value Links: Schedule a Complimentary Call with one of our advisors:  tdg.click/claudia Ask John!  Submit your questions for John, to be aired on future episode:  tdg.click/ask Customer Experience Executive Academy: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/project/cx-executive-academy/ The DiJulius Group Methdology: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/x-commandment-methodology/ Experience Revolution Membership:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/membership/ Books:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/shop/ Blogs on Price Myths: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/4-price-myth-busters/ Contacts:  Lindsey@thedijuliusgroup.com , Claudia@thedijuliusgroup.com   Subscribe We talk about topics like this each week; be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode.

John's “Arendt's Refugee Politics” came out in Public Books in early November. He made the case that his favorite political philosopher, Hannah Arendt is an opponent both of identity politics and also of a cosmpolitan universalism that is blind to all the differences (of race, gender, belief) that make us who though not what we are. Going back to one of the first pieces she published in English, a 1943 essay from Menorah called "We Refugees", he reflected on how amazingly Arendt was able to air her unease about militant Zionism at the same time she warned fellow arrivals in America from rushing to disguise their origins. Recall this Book 153 is simply John reading the article aloud. It is an experiment (akin to Books in Dark Times and Recall This Story and Recall This B-Side) in soliloquy. You can consult footnotes and a read a transcript by heading back to the article in its original form here. Reach out and let us know if you think it should be the first of many, or simply a one-off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science