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Work is noisy. Slack pings, endless meetings, emails that never stop. But beneath all that activity, many employees feel something deeper, disconnected. In this episode, Dr. Bray dives into a powerful article from Harvard Business Review that reveals a hidden truth: nearly one in five employees feel lonely at work. That loneliness is not just a personal struggle; it is an organizational blind spot. When people feel isolated, creativity wanes, performance declines, and engagement wanes. But here's the good news: leaders can change this. Connection is not about forcing more meetings or filling calendars with “team building.” It is about designing workplaces where belonging is baked into culture, conversations, and even decision-making. Join Dr Bray as he explores why traditional fixes are not enough, how leaders can spot the “connection deficit,” and the practical steps any organization can take to turn disconnection into a competitive advantage. He also shares the top three ways to build connections that don't require a lot of time to plan. If you lead a team, work in HR, or care about making work a place where people thrive, this episode is for you. Let's talk about how belonging is not a nice-to-have; it is the real driver of performance in today's workplace. QUOTES BY DR. BRAY "Being on a team can make people feel even lonelier when the closeness they expect doesn't come to pass." "Build socializing into the rhythm of work." "If employees are constantly working at their maximum capacity... they won't be able to invest time in pivotal interactions that generate trust." "Social activities shouldn't be offered as one-offs — they should be embedded in regular workflows."
“Asynchronous messaging respects customers' time—and when you meet people where they already are, CSAT, revenue, and retention follow.” — Gareth Bray, Premier CX Gareth Bray, Business Development Director at Premier CX, joined Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, to discuss how WhatsApp is becoming an essential business channel worldwide. Premier CX, originally known for IVR audio and FAQ videos, now leads organizations through a “zero to amazing” journey on WhatsApp, helping them design, integrate, and scale conversational experiences. Bray explained why WhatsApp is booming: Global adoption — >90% of consumers in India & Brazil already use it to talk to businesses; Europe and the U.S. are rapidly following. Convenience — Asynchronous messaging beats long hold times and tethered web chats. Trust — WhatsApp sits alongside family and friends, making it highly personal and effective. The results are clear: companies report higher productivity, lower costs, stronger CSAT, and increased sales and retention. Bray shared examples from retail and utilities where WhatsApp journeys cut handle time, empowered customers, and improved outcomes for all parties. Bottom line: Just as websites once became essential, WhatsApp is the next wave of customer engagement—and businesses that delay risk being left behind. Learn more and try Premier CX's WhatsApp demo at premiercx.co.uk.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-29-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed with live callers the previous night's Raw including alarmingly low rating, Kane's supernatural transformation, Roman Reigns vs. Bray Wyatt, what can fix Raw, more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Send us a textIn this episode I share a story about a hunter who is haunted by ghosts before encountering a wolf.I reflect upon Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2025 and talk about the storytelling and shadow puppetry show, "A Wolf Shall Devour the Sun'.I mention my substack page "Rekindling the Hearth" https://deeprootscommunity.substack.com/aswell as upcoming festivals in the Glens of Antrim, Bray, and the Scottish International Storytelling Festival.
Eithne Ní Chatháin aka Inni-K released her fourth album Still a Day on September 26 via Green Willow Records. She describes it as her most sweeping and emotionally charged work yet, moving with a deeper gravity and startling clarity. Working with producer Seán Mac Erlaine (synths, woodwinds) and Matthew Jacobson (drums, percussion), Eithne wrote the album in the aftermath of a breakup. She says: “Songs help. These songs really helped me - they accompanied me through a very emotionally difficult time. I wrote this album because I needed to more than anything." It is music stocked with experience and steeped in flow, alive with the invisible direction life takes. On this episode of the TPOE podcast, we talk about the evolution of her sound, the influence of traditional Irish music, the creative process behind Still a Day, touring in Germany, the joy of collaboration, and the importance of artistic freedom. Tour dates: October 9: Ó Riada Hall, UCC, Cork October 10: Sarah Walker Gallery, Castletownbere October 11: Levis' of Ballydehob October 16: Spirit Store, Dundalk October 23: Cleere's, Kilkenny October 24: The Dock, Carrick-on-Shannon October 30: Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge November 6: The Sugar Club, Dublin November 7: The Linenhall, Castlebar November 9: Mermaid Arts Centre, Bray
Brian Zinchuk, editor/owner of PipelineOnline, is here to discuss the latest oil and gas news in the province and take your calls and questions! Call 1-877-332-8255.
From Val Marie, Saskatchewan, to the National Hockey League for the New York Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins, Evan Bray sits down with former professional hockey player and seven time Stanley Cup champion (six times as a player and one time as a coach) Bryan Trottier.
Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
The Government of Saskatchewan issued an apology on Monday for its role in the operation of the Île-à-la-Crosse School, and agreed to $40.2 million in restitution to the school's former students. Brennan Merasty, MN–S Self Government and Self Determination Minister, joins the show with more on yesterday's announcement.
Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
Some say laughter has the power to heal. Howard Thomson, North American pow wow emcee, hobby rancher, cultural man and residential school survivor, is one of those believers. He joins Evan to share his story of being a residential school survivor and how he turned his trauma around to bring joy on the North American pow wow trail.
Wild Rose Vets is an APTN series that follows Indigenous veterinarians as they care for animals while celebrating their heritage and communities. Evan is joined by Dr. Allison Hay, Vet at Forest Grove Veterinary Clinic in Saskatoon and featured in Wild Rose Vets.
This Truth and Reconciliation Day, there's a lot happening at Wanuskewin, just outside Saskatoon. Evan speaks with Doug Hyndford, co-executive director of Wanuskewin Heritage Park, to learn about how the day is going at the park and delves further into why today is so important to recognize.
An Indigenous Alberta filmmaker joins Evan to discuss his feature documentary that just premiered in Saskatchewan, SIKSIKAKOWAN: THE BLACKFOOT MAN. The award-winning film is showing again tonight in North Battleford, and Siksika filmmaker, Sinakson Trevor Solway, joins Evan to talk about making this film and bringing it to Saskatchewan.
First Nations veterans played a pivotal role in Canada's fight for freedom, but their contributions weren't always recorded, and acknowledgements of their efforts have often been underrepresented. Grand Chief Robin Dawatsare, Grand Chief of the Saskatchewan First Nations Veterans Association (SFNVA), joins Evan to share what challenges veterans are facing and how the association helps.
Retiring Without Regrets For decades, we've been told the same story: work hard, save well, and one day retirement will be the reward. But what if stepping away from work feels harder than the job itself? What if freedom comes with a side of restlessness? In this episode, Dr. Bray delves into what truly makes retirement fulfilling and why neuroscience reveals that it's about more than just money or free time. I'll explore the hidden challenges the brain faces when structure, identity, and daily rewards suddenly disappear. And more importantly, I'll share the four practices that help people not just retire, but rewire: alignment with your values, rediscovering yourself beyond the job title, taking charge of your time with agency, and embracing adaptability when life doesn't go as planned. You'll hear stories of people who struggled and those who thrived and learn practical tools to shape a retirement that feels rich with meaning and growth. If you're approaching retirement, in the midst of it, or simply curious about how to build a life you don't want to escape, Dr. Bray will provide you with insights that are both eye-opening and actionable. Please tune in and discover how to retire without regrets and why your brain will thank you for it. QUOTES BY DR. BRAY “Retirement isn't the end of the road; it's the beginning of a new journey.” “Your identity is not in your job title; it's in the lives you touch and the purpose you find.” “Purpose is the engine that keeps you moving. Without it, even the most luxurious life can feel empty.”
Join the hosts as they take you through all the news from around the world and across the UK. In this week's show some Ryanair passengers enjoy some tarmac time, one airline scrapes its butt on the runway with its newest aircraft, & London Gatwick is about to get a bit bigger ! In the military the UK's P8 gets its first top up in UK airspace & the F-47 is finally going from paper to reality. We have the final wrap-up from the Bray 2025 air display and we also have Part 2 of the fantastic interview with Alan Munro that Captain Nick very kindly did for us. Take part in our chatroom to help shape the conversation of the show. You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +447446975214 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube.
A daughter on the hunt for a classic car that meant the world to her father, has found the car, which lead to the ultimate 80th birthday surprise. Ebony King joined Evan Bray and Brent Loucks to talk about the discovery.
Each and every Monday we invite experts in the law to pull up a seat and discuss the week's biggest crime and justice stories. In today's Round Table of Justice Evan is joined by IA/Chief Jeff Laforte, interim acting Chief of the File Hills Police Service, and Rob Henry, associate professor of Indigenous Studies at the University of Saskatchewan, to discuss Indigenous policing and justice.
In today's fast-paced and competitive job market, success isn't based on just your skillset; but also the connections you make along the way. Wale Adebogun, author of The Power of Strategic Relationships: 7 Champions Who Accelerate Young Professionals' Careers, joins Evan to talk about how building relationships can help take your career to the next level.
Thursday evening mail stopped as the Canadian Union of Postal Workers walked off the job. More than 55,000 Canada Post union workers hit the picket lines Friday. We hear from Brahm Enslin, Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), Coordinator, Prairie Region, about what is happening with the strike locally.
Postal workers are on strike for the second time in less than a year after Canada Post announced it was planning to end door-to-door mail delivery over the next 10 years in an effort to fix its money situation. Evan checks in with labour lawyer Steven Seiferling to get his thoughts on the latest with the Canada Post strike.
Saskatchewan is a far cry from the likes of Hollywood and people might think a film career is nothing but a dream. But Northstar Stonechild, professional stuntman, bullfighter and catcher for the Indian Relay team, is proof that the dream can become a reality. He joins Evan to share his journey into film and what advice he has for youth wanting to follow a similar path.
Pastor Leo Bray challenges believers to move beyond a "people-centered gospel" focused on answered prayers and personal happiness to embrace a Christ-centered gospel dedicated to God's eternal purpose. Drawing from Jesus's call to deny oneself and take up the cross, this powerful message urges listeners to intentionally follow Christ, even if it means bearing shame, enduring persecution, and stepping "outside the camp" of cultural conformity. Discover what true discipleship looks like and the glory that accompanies suffering for Christ's sake. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally
September 26, 2025 - MacArthur High School Principal, Cordell Ingram, and student-athletes, Cayden Brown, Alivia Bray, and Jeanessa Hood, joined Byers & Co to talk about the importance of being scholar athletes and multiple increased scores for the school. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Veteran Indianapolis newsman Jim Shella recently sat down with Indiana Senate President, Pro Tempore Rod Bray. One of the questions Shella asked Bray was about Republican plans to redraw congressional districts across the state. Bray wanted no part of the question and refused to provide an answer with any specifics. Which has our Statehouse Happenings crew questioning why the redistricting question rages on if even party leadership doesn't want any part of it? Rob Kendall and Jim Merritt explore on Statehouse Happenings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The horticultural turn in contemporary art has a long history, but the urgency with which artists address our patches of green has never been greater. Laura Ní Fhlaibhín, Sara Muthi, Helen Flanagan and Elida Maiques join Luke Clancy to discuss artists and gardens. Recorded live at Mermaid Arts Centre in Bray, County Wicklow.
The Justice Department is today launching a new campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of fireworks as we enter the Halloween season. Are you noticing fireworks going off earlier each year? Residents in the suburbs of Dublin and Bray chatted to our reporter Henry McKean.
Ever feel like you're carrying bricks in your backpack that no one asked you to carry? Or turning a five-minute task into a half-hour saga of overthinking? You're not alone, and your brain might actually be the culprit. In this episode, Dr. Bray pulls back the curtain on why we over complicate simple things and what neuroscience reveals about it. (Hint: it's not just about dopamine, it's about the way our brain's prediction systems and default mode network keep us stuck in loops of worry and “what ifs.”) You'll learn: Why your brain makes simple things feel hard, and how it thinks it's helping. The hidden costs of overthinking on your energy, creativity, and well-being. Practical tools to stop adding “extra screws” to life and start living with more clarity and ease. If you're ready to stop over-engineering your days and start creating space for simplicity, joy, and focus, this episode is for you. QUOTES BY DR. BRAY "The mind is designed for survival, not for peace. To find peace, we must practice it intentionally." "Overcomplicating things gives us the illusion of control, but real control comes from simplicity." "Multitasking is the art of doing everything poorly at once."
In this episode of the Conscious Living Podcast, I'm joined by the incredible Dr. Robert L. Bray, a true pioneer in the field of traumatic stress recovery. For over 40 years, Robert has dedicated his life to helping people heal—from his early days volunteering on a crisis hotline to guiding individuals, families, and communities through the aftermath of natural disasters, violence, and unimaginable stress.Here's what you will discover in this new podcast episode:1. Difference between normal stress and traumatic stress 2. Introduction to Thought Field Therapy (TFT)3. Meridian-based tapping to release stored trauma4. Accessing deeper parts of the mind beyond words5. TFT as a self-empowering, non-invasive healing tool If today's conversation touches your heart or reminds you of someone who's navigating recovery, I can't recommend Robert's book, Heal Traumatic Stress Now: Complete Recovery Through Thought Field Therapy—No Open Wounds, highly enough. It's a practical, compassionate guide filled with inspiring stories and step-by-step support. You can grab your copy at rlbray.com or wherever great books are sold.Join me for this empowering conversation—it's a reminder that even the deepest wounds can heal, and that resilience and peace are always within reach.
William & Mary Bray School Lab director Maureen Elgersman Lee discusses the history of the 18th-century Williamsburg Bray School for Black children and the legacies of the 300 to 400 scholars it enrolled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 196 looks back in Dundalk's inconsistent September, which saw a 0 - 0 draw away to Wexford, a comprehensive home win over Bray and dismal display in a shock defeat to Longford Town which saw the Lilywhites squander an opportunity to all but secure the title after Cobh's defeat in Wexford the previous night.
This Culture File Digital Single meets artists and curators who've been thinking about gardens, and growing, as well as getting involved in dirt-under-the-nails projects such as Bray's community-based Mermaid Garden Project taking part in Composting Colonialism: Towards the Radical Garden exhibition at the Mermaid Arts Centre.
The artists are digging about in the colonial history of the garden at an exhibition at Bray's Mermaid, at Ars Electronica, there's a calming tech that harness the power of human humming, Paddy Woodworth is proposing a new volume for The Naturalist's Bookshelf, and performance poet, Rob McGlade.,
It's time for another episode of Bama and Bourbon with Lance Taylor from The Next Round and Yea Alabama's Aaron Suttles! This week, the guys break down all things Alabama Crimson Tide Football while sipping on a smooth pour of Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage bourbon. Among the topics discussed:
JD, Bray, and Bader get into all the happenings on day six of the 2025 Senior World Championships in Zagreb, Croatia! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With Blueprint Sports now owning and operating Dam Nation, JP & Benny start digging into the aftermath. First, we surface a three-year-old report claiming Blueprint took a 20% cut on NIL deals, then connect the dots between Blueprint, Learfield, and a recent AD hire. All of it raising big questions and all of it failing the smell test. Plus: Maalik Murphy's future, whether Bray has lost the locker room, the optics surrounding the Blueprint-AD connection, and what this all means for this week's Civil War and the upcoming offseason.#GoBeavs #BeaverFootball #OregonStateFootball #OregonState #OSUBeavers #BelligerentBeavs #NIL #BlueprintSports #DamNationCollective #MaalikMurphy #TrentBray #BrentBlaylock #Learfield #CivilWar #AthleticDepartment #CollegeFootball #ChopEm
Braga, King, and Ski talk: :15: lesbian comedians, Braga loving Dane Cook, Marc Maron going scorched Earth, Ski fishing in single tents for fish he won't eat. 17:35: Oregon's disinterested win over Northwestern, injury bugs, the internal clock opponent, Dierre Hill being different. 29:00: Oregon State in shambles, their fans needing to eat it, Oregon doing them favors by playing them, firing Bray. 43:48: Oregon State trivia. 52:57: B1G lines. 1:05:23: Top 3 Robert Redford movies.
JD, Bray, and Bader get into all the happenings on day five of the 2025 Senior World Championships in Zagreb, Croatia! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
JD and Bray get into all the happenings on day four of the 2025 Senior World Championships in Zagreb, Croatia! (0:00) 97 kg (6:10) 65 kg (10:55) what's going on with Tazhudinov? (14:55) thoughts on Team USA MFS performance overall (21:44) women's freestyle performance (28:30) questions and random thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
JD and Bray get into all the happenings on day three of the 2025 Senior World Championships in Zagreb, Croatia! (0:00) 92 kg (5:30) 74 kg (9:45) should we be worried about Team USA? (13:54) 79 kg (15:55) 97 kg (21:06) 65 kg (23:58) 57 kg (26:00) women's freestyle (27:57) Jax Forrest and Rin Sakamoto update Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do good employees walk away? You might think you know, but most exit interviews never uncover the real story. People rarely say, “I left because I felt stuck” or “I couldn't see a future here.” Yet, those are often the true reasons behind turnover. In this episode, Dr. Bray breaks down a powerful interview framework that goes beyond surface answers and gets to the heart of why employees quit. These aren't ordinary exit questions; they're conversation starters that uncover what employees were searching for, what pushed them away, and what might have convinced them to stay. You'll discover: The four “quests for progress” that drive almost every job change The exact questions that reveal whether someone left for alignment, control, growth, or just to get out How to turn exit interviews into learning tools that reshape your culture Why stay interviews matter more than exit interviews and how to run them effectively If you're a leader, HR professional, or business owner, this episode gives you actionable insights and ready-to-use tools for reducing turnover. Understanding why people leave is the first step in creating a workplace where they want to stay. You don't want to miss this episode! For more information on this topic, read the HBR article spotlight on "Why did They Leave? An Interview Guide," in the November-December 2024 Issue for exact questions to use in your next exit interview. QUOTES BY DR. BRAY "People rarely say, 'I left because I felt stuck' or 'I couldn't see a future here.' Yet, those are often the true reasons behind turnover." "Turn exit interviews into learning tools that reshape your culture." "Whether someone left for alignment, control, growth, or just to get out — the right questions will reveal it."
JD and Bray dive into all the happenings on the first two days of the 2025 Senior World Championships in Zagreb, Croatia! (0:00) 57 kg (8:09) 61 kg (16:20) 70 kg (20:28) 74 kg (24:19) 79 kg (27:35) 86 kg (30:50) 92 kg (33:10) 125 kg (35:30) team race and schedule for tomorrow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Alabama Crimson Tide hosts The Wisconsin Badgers Saturday in Tuscaloosa. For Alabama Football, the challenge is continuing to show effort improvement as they face Wisconsin Football. One Alabama defender owns up to his lack of effort in the loss against The Florida State Seminoles. What Alabama safety Bray Hubbard said. Is there any SEC game Alabama fans feel comfortable about? On3 Sports' Andy Staples joins the show and talks college football PLUS, Tyler's Viewing Menu presented by Michelson Laser Vision! FOLLOW TNR ON RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/c-7759604 FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://nextroundlive.com/the-ne.... SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Think you know why employees quit? Think again. It's not about money, perks, or a flashy job offer. In this episode, Dr. Bray uncovers the surprising truth about why top talent leaves your organization. You'll learn what neuroscience tells us about motivation and progress, why our brains rebel when work feels stagnant, and the four “quests for progress” that push people to make career moves. Additionally, Dr. Bray will share real-world stories, research-based strategies, and practical steps you can implement today to keep your top talent engaged and thriving. If you're a leader, HR professional, or just curious about the future of work, this episode is your wake-up call. Don't just ask how to retain employees, discover how to create a culture where people want to stay. Tune in and rethink everything you thought you knew about turnover. QUOTES BY DR. BRAY "People rarely leave for just money. They leave when their work stops feeling rewarding, when progress feels impossible, or when every day becomes an energy drain." "The real question is: how do I make staying feel like progress and not stagnation?" "People don't quit companies — they quit environments where their brain feels stressed, stuck, and underutilized."
Oregon State football falls to Fresno State in the weirdest way possible and we break it all down. Special teams chaos, long-snapping nightmares, and whether Trent Bray should keep DC duties while learning the CEO role. The defense's tackling issues, the O-line's penalties, and why Maalik Murphy + Taz Reddicks gave real hope. Then we look ahead to the Texas Tech road test and what growth has to show up now at Reser Stadium and beyond.#GoBeavs #OregonStateFootball# BeaverFootball #collegefootball #specialteams #gamerecap #FresnoState #Pac12 #TexasTech