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In this brutally honest episode, Matej interviews Zino Rost Van Tonningen, CEO of Tyr Ads, live from MAU (with zero construction noise this time). The focus is on running rewarded UA without getting burned by fraud, bad partners, or weak setups. Zino shares knowledge from his journey through agency work, the wild world of offer walls, and leading Tyr Ads from rewards app to global SDK powerhouse.What's inside:The Fraud Playbook: How faked events, cheat engines, and emulator hackers can drain $20,000 from your budget in minutes if your setup is not rock solid.How to Bulletproof Your Attribution: Why server-to-server (S2S) events, signature V5 for Adjust, and secure MMP integrations are non-negotiable. If you are not set up right, your numbers are toast.Reward Structures 101: Single reward, multi-reward, playtime offers, and daily re-engagement, the real impact on UA and long-term player progression.Choosing the Right Platform: How to interrogate your reward partner, avoid lazy multi-reward copycats, and demand daily re-engagement, data-driven nudges, and flexible KPIs.Scaling and Surviving: Why will most offerwall partners disappear in the next year unless they build better engagement and retention features? If your partner cannot adapt, you are the next victim.iOS is Heating Up: Why Apple's rules are loosening, the offerwall boom is just starting, and iOS users behave differently from Android.Key Takeaway:Rewarded UA is at a turning point: trust your numbers, interrogate your partners, demand retention and scale, or get left behind in the coming wave of consolidation.Get our MERCH NOW: 25gamers.com/shop---------------------------------------This is no BS gaming podcast 2.5 gamers session. Sharing actionable insights, dropping knowledge from our day-to-day User Acquisition, Game Design, and Ad monetization jobs. We are definitely not discussing the latest industry news, but having so much fun! Let's not forget this is a 4 a.m. conference discussion vibe, so let's not take it too seriously.Panelists: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Matej Lancaric⁠Special guest: Zino Rost Van Tonningenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rovato/https://tyrads.com/Podcast: Join our slack channel here: https://join.slack.com/t/two-and-half-gamers/shared_invite/zt-2um8eguhf-c~H9idcxM271mnPzdWbipgChapters---------------------------------------Matej LancaricUser Acquisition & Creatives Consultant⁠https://lancaric.me---------------------------------------Please share the podcast with your industry friends, dogs & cats. Especially cats! They love it!Hit the Subscribe button on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple!Please share feedback and comments - matej@lancaric.me---------------------------------------If you are interested in getting UA tips every week on Monday, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lancaric.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & sign up for the Brutally Honest newsletter by Matej LancaricDo you have UA questions nobody can answer? Ask ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Matej AI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - the First UA AI in the gaming industry! https://lancaric.me/matej-ai

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IFLTVS COLM MCGUIGAN CAUGHT UP WITH EDDIE HEARN, THEY GO IN DEPTH ON FAMILY LIFE, HIS DADS HEART ATTACK, ANTHONY JOSHUA, CARL FROCH & MORE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Chris, Nikki, and Whip learn all about your "must visit" locales throughout the world, being brutally honest can save your relationship, and Dad Jokes for Father's Day!Listen to The Morning Mix weekdays from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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In this episode, Alex (@AlexHormozi) delivers brutally honest advice, unpacking some harsh truths about leadership, team dynamics, and the real reason your business isn't scaling.Welcome to The Game w/Alex Hormozi, hosted by entrepreneur, founder, investor, author, public speaker, and content creator Alex Hormozi. On this podcast, you'll hear how to get more customers, make more profit per customer, how to keep them longer, and the many failures and lessons Alex has learned and will learn on his path from $100M to $1B in net worth.Wanna scale your business? Click here.Follow Alex Hormozi's Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | AcquisitionMentioned in this episode:Get access to the free $100M Scaling Roadmap at www.acquisition.com/roadmap

Today’s Phone Tap victim has been run through the ringer while applying for a new job, so his roommate thought he might be a perfect candidate for some of our brutally honest feedback!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Phone Tap victim has been run through the ringer while applying for a new job, so his roommate thought he might be a perfect candidate for some of our brutally honest feedback!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Send us a textConfronting our deepest fears takes tremendous courage, especially when those fears are tied to financial security and self-worth. In this raw and unfiltered episode, Mark Fitzgerald pulls back the curtain on his personal journey from corporate burnout to property entrepreneurship, revealing the doubts and anxieties that nearly held him back from changing his life.After 16 years climbing the corporate ladder, Mark found himself trapped in the all-too-familiar hamster wheel—dreading each workday, feeling emotionally numb, and seeing no clear path forward. "I wasn't really feeling like I had proper feelings anymore," he confesses. "I even paraglided off a very big mountain in Turkey because I wanted to feel scared." This powerful moment of clarity forced him to confront a difficult truth: something had to change.With remarkable candor, Mark discusses the terrifying leap of taking voluntary redundancy, the kitchen table moments of despair wondering if success would ever come, and the persistent voice of self-doubt that whispered he might fail. Yet through consistent action, building the right support network, and refusing to give up, he successfully established thriving businesses in HMOs, serviced accommodation, and holiday lets.What makes this episode particularly valuable is Mark's insistence that his success isn't due to special talent or privilege. "I'm nothing special," he emphasizes. "You've just got to know what you're doing. Do the right things in the right order, consistently and persistently." He debunks the myth of overnight success and offers practical wisdom on creating momentum in your property journey.Ready to push past your own fears and take that first step toward building your property business? Visit thepropertyunleashed.com for free tools and resources, and stay tuned for information about Mark's upcoming community and live implementation workshops. Remember: "Be the best version of you you can be, and that, my friend, is how you live a fulfilled life."VALUABLE RESOURCES: Visit www.thepropertyunleashed.com to explore are free Property Ebooks and guides in Rent-to-Rent, Serviced Accommodation, Deal Sourcing and and also our FREE training masterclasses to help you generating a sustainable income through property. https://www.facebook.com/groups/816926952556608 to meet like-minded property investors and be a part of the community. CONNECT WITH ME: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.fitzgerald.7921Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markfitzgeraldentrepreneur/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-fitzgerald-59200079/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgwQNC72nEJQ0tKkKERdQOQThreads: https://www.threads.net/@markfitzgeraldentrepreneur http://www.thepropertyunleashed.com

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Send us a textWell… Ashley and Liz put a hold on their neverending TBR pile and rearranged the entire podcast schedule to yap with y'all about this book. Silver Elite by “New York Times bestselling author” Dani Francis (

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Sirens, starring Meghann Fahy, Milly Alcock, and Julianne Moore, has been one of the most-watched TV shows in Australia for the past week, so now it’s time for a brutally honest (and very emotional) review.From where the story began, how it was adapted for Netflix, and what the cast really went through bringing this story to life on screen (let's just say the main actress lost some toe nails) we’re here to talk through all the behind the scenes stories that will change the way you see Sirens.We also need to talk about those glaring plot holes in the series, the unexpected scene that gave us chills, Kevin Bacon's villain story, and then unpack exactly what happened in that surprise finale scene, along with why the show needs to come back for a second season. Subscribe to MamamiaGET IN TOUCH:Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija LukichExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks about Donald Trump responding to Elon Musk's harsh criticism of the Big Beautiful Bill on CBS News, where he claimed that the bill would grow the national debt and undermine the work of the DOGE; Mike Johnson correcting CNN's Jake Tapper with the facts behind why people committing Medicaid fraud will no longer be covered by the program; Fox News' Jesse Watters being stunned by David Sacks' bombshell accusation of who was behind Joe Biden's autopen signings; JD Vance announcing a major change in how the federal government will handle cryptocurrency and Bitcoin; Bill Ackman pointing out how Harvard University's strategy of escalating its war with Donald Trump will backfire; newly leaked footage of the Venezuelans illegal migrants responsible for the hit and run jet ski death of 18-year-old Ava Moore attempting to flee the scene; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/  Today's Sponsors: Prolon - Rejuvenate your body from the inside out, while supporting enhanced skin appearance, fat loss, and improving energy and focus. Prolon is offering 15% off and a bonus gift for Rubin Report viewers. Go to: http://ProlonLife.com/DAVE Upside - Earn cash back from everyday purchases! Download the FREE Upside App at https://upside.app.link/rubin to get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas. Gravity Defyer - Sick of knee pain? Get Gravity Defyer shoes. Minimize the shock waves that normal shoes absorb through your feet, knees and hips with every step. Use the promo code "RUBIN30" at checkout, to get an extra 30% off orders over $120 or more. Just text RUBIN30 to 91888 or go to: http://gdefy.com and Use the promo code "RUBIN30"

In this live-recorded episode from MAU Vegas, Matej sits down with Damon Marshall and Berkley Egenes of Xsolla's mobile leadership team to discuss how the April 30 court ruling opened the floodgates for direct-to-consumer monetization.We unpack:How mobile devs can now promote web shops directly inside iOS appsWhy this moment is the “William Wallace freedom moment” for game publishersHow Xsolla is helping everyone from indie devs to AAA publishers go directKey monetization tactics: segmented whale offers, welcome packs, Discord-driven promos, and loyalty systemsWhy capture rates are already rising from 10% to 30–50%What the future of Apple, attribution, and platform power looks like from hereThis is not theoretical. It's already happening. And it could mean 50% higher margins for mobile devs who act now.Get our MERCH NOW: 25gamers.com/shop---------------------------------------Xsolla Web Shop #gamedev #mobilegames #XsollaWebshopMaximize your game's revenue with Xsolla Web Shop. Sell in-game goods directly to players, reduce platform fees, and unlock 1,000+ global payment options.:rocket: Learn how to set up your Web Shop: https://xsolla.com/mobile-web-shop?utm_source=content-syndication&utm_medium=infuencer&utm_campaign=webshop2025&utm_content=25gamers---------------------------------------This is no BS gaming podcast 2.5 gamers session. Sharing actionable insights, dropping knowledge from our day-to-day User Acquisition, Game Design, and Ad monetization jobs. We are definitely not discussing the latest industry news, but having so much fun! Let's not forget this is a 4 a.m. conference discussion vibe, so let's not take it too seriously.Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Matej Lancaric⁠Youtube: https://youtu.be/aTuKkrKfvfUJoin our slack channel here: https://join.slack.com/t/two-and-half-gamers/shared_invite/zt-2um8eguhf-c~H9idcxM271mnPzdWbipgChapters00:00 Introduction to MAU and Xsolla02:07 Roles and Responsibilities at Xsolla04:11 Impact of Recent Rulings on Mobile Gaming09:59 Direct-to-Consumer Strategies for Developers12:54 Leveraging Web Shops Post-Ruling17:18 Best Practices for Web Shop Implementation20:47 Innovations in Web Shop Features24:06 Revenue Growth and Market Trends27:13 Future of Mobile Gaming and Xsolla's Role---------------------------------------Matej LancaricUser Acquisition & Creatives Consultant⁠https://lancaric.meFelix BrabergAd monetization consultant⁠https://www.felixbraberg.comJakub RemiarGame design consultant⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakubremiar---------------------------------------Please share the podcast with your industry friends, dogs & cats. Especially cats! They love it!Hit the Subscribe button on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple!Please share feedback and comments - matej@lancaric.me---------------------------------------If you are interested in getting UA tips every week on Monday, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lancaric.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & sign up for the Brutally Honest newsletter by Matej LancaricDo you have UA questions nobody can answer? Ask ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Matej AI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - the First UA AI in the gaming industry! https://lancaric.me/matej-ai

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Today, we take on Lands of Jail, a Chinese-built 4X survival-sim mashup that combines Frozen City onboarding, Whiteout Survival progression, and King Shot-style map layering, all dressed in prison jumpsuits, toy factories, and riot suppression mechanics.Lands of Jail is one of the weirdest, deepest, and most well-executed SLG hybrids we've seen in 2025. Built by Chinese studio eWorld, it mixes:Frozen City-style idle onboardingHardcore 4X warfareSaga events, riots, gacha, and Discord-forced alliance spamA prison toy factory (yes, really)And some of the most absurd AI-generated creatives on mobileIn this episode of 2.5 Gamers, we go deep on:What's working in monetization, pacing, and theme alignmentWhy King Shot might be its closest cousinWhere the game borrows from Whiteout Survival, and where it improvesHow creative strategy blends GTA, toilet humor, AI anime, and frozen family failsWhy this might be the next 4X template other Chinese devs will clone

LIVE: Boy Green is joined an NFL Insider to spill the latest chatter around the New York Jets & the rest of the league!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/boy-green-daily--1753389/support.

This is my biggest lesson learned from making over $1,700,000 in profit on Etsy...In today's video, I break down exactly how I made my first million dollars on Etsy and the 2 mistakes that I wish I learned earlier! Get more Etsy sales today by implementing these tips!

Rand Fishkin—founder of Moz, cofounder of SparkToro, and now leading indie game studio Snackbar—joins us to talk about what it really takes to build a brand people care about. From disrupting the SEO world to rethinking audience research, Rand shares how transparency, community, and a bit of rebellion have shaped every step of his journey. We dig into why most marketers get audience targeting wrong, how SparkToro is fixing it, and what launching a video game has in common with startup life. Plus, Rand opens up about burnout, honesty in branding, and why Lost and Founder struck a nerve with so many entrepreneurs.If you're in marketing, startups, or just like hearing from someone who tells it like it is—this one's for you.

We go “Full Steam Ahead” with a special guest, Adam Telfer, unpacking how Steam hits influence mobile game development in 2025: from Dreamdale-ified Palworld clones to digging simulators, idle RPG mashups, and more.The crew explores:Why some Steam-inspired mobile games (like Repo Online) hit 10M+ downloads and $1.3M in adsWhy others (like Lilith's Palworld clone) flop despite a powerful IP remixWhich genres (like Plinko roguelites and digging sims) are best suited for mobileThe risks of literal copy-paste ports — and what actually works insteadThe role of TikTok trends, Steam reviews, and organic play patterns in predicting successWhy execution, not inspiration, is the differentiatorIf you're scouting Steam hits for mobile adaptation, this episode is your blueprint for what works and what crashes.

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In this solo 2.5 Gamers Monologue, Felix walks you through a full setup and strategy guide for AppLovin MAX mediation, from the basics to advanced performance optimization.Whether you're new to MAX or want to stop leaving revenue on the table, this video covers:How to set up ad units correctlyWhich networks to start with in 2025How to manage fill rates, waterfall placements, and API syncingWhat to monitor daily (like ad ARPDAU, viewer rates, and impressions per DAU)Real-world benchmarks for rewarded, interstitial, and banner formatsWhat advanced reporting still matters now that placements are being deprecatedThis is your complete starter guide to Applovin MAX.Using AppLovin MAX for ad monetization?This video is your complete, updated walkthrough — from setup to optimization — based on years of real-world experience.Felix breaks down:✅ How to set up ad units without overcomplicating things✅ Which networks to prioritize for rewarded, interstitial, and banner✅ How to connect APIs for accurate reporting (and avoid surprise payout gaps)✅ What to track daily: ad ARPDAU, viewer rates, and revenue trends✅ How to run clean A/B tests on bidders and placement floors✅ What to look for in advanced reports before placements go awayIf you're building any ad-monetized game or app, this is the baseline you need.Get our MERCH NOW: 25gamers.com/shop--------------------------------------PVX Partners offers non-dilutive funding for game developers.Go to: https://pvxpartners.com/They can help you access the most effective form of growth capital once you have the metrics to back it.- Scale fast- Keep your shares- Drawdown only as needed- Have PvX take downside risk alongside you+ Work with a team entirely made up of ex-gaming operators and investors---------------------------------------Vibe. Vibe is the leading Streaming TV ad platform for small and medium-sized businesses looking for actionable advertising campaign performance.https://www.vibe.co/---------------------------------------This is no BS gaming podcast 2.5 gamers session. Sharing actionable insights, dropping knowledge from our day-to-day User Acquisition, Game Design, and Ad monetization jobs. We are definitely not discussing the latest industry news, but having so much fun! Let's not forget this is a 4 a.m. conference discussion vibe, so let's not take it too seriously.Panelists: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jakub Remia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠r,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Felix Braberg, Matej Lancaric⁠Youtube: https://youtu.be/LtEJuyad7dYJoin our slack channel here: https://join.slack.com/t/two-and-half-gamers/shared_invite/zt-2um8eguhf-c~H9idcxM271mnPzdWbipgChapters00:00 Introduction to Max Mediation02:05 Understanding Max Mediation's Market Position05:37 Getting Started with Max Mediation09:24 Setting Up Ad Units and Networks12:46 Analyzing Performance Data18:16 A/B Testing Strategies20:36 Advanced Reporting Techniques24:14 Conclusion and Next Steps---------------------------------------Matej LancaricUser Acquisition & Creatives Consultant⁠https://lancaric.meFelix BrabergAd monetization consultant⁠https://www.felixbraberg.comJakub RemiarGame design consultant⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakubremiar---------------------------------------Please share the podcast with your industry friends, dogs & cats. Especially cats! They love it!Hit the Subscribe button on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple!Please share feedback and comments - matej@lancaric.me---------------------------------------If you are interested in getting UA tips every week on Monday, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lancaric.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & sign up for the Brutally Honest newsletter by Matej LancaricDo you have UA questions nobody can answer? Ask ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Matej AI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - the First UA AI in the gaming industry! https://lancaric.me/matej-ai

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How do you build a mobile game that does $168K/day in ad revenue… with no fail states, no IAP pressure, and a monetization wall that doesn't even kick in until level 24?You study Word Search Explorer, the latest word game from the Lands of Jail studio (PlaySimple/MTG), and a masterclass in calm, deliberate ad monetization.In this episode, we break down the ad placement strategy, retention metrics, and soft pacing systems that power one of the most deceptively profitable games on the App Store in 2025.

Want real ROAS benchmarks from 300+ games and $200 M+ in spend?This episode of 2.5 Gamers goes deep with ZJ from PVX Partners, who brings an insane dataset from UA financing across puzzle, casual, strategy, and 4X games.We cover what's really happening in 2025:

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On this episode of The Table with Anthony ONeal, we're sharing the brutally honest truth about what it really takes to become wealthy. Financial freedom sounds great, but the journey isn't easy or quick. We'll break down the true cost of building wealth, including the sacrifices, mindset shifts, and intentional actions required to reach your goals. It's time to stop dreaming and start doing.. this is your wake-up call!Mentioned On Today's Show:**This video is kindly sponsored by Ethos!**

Kathryn Ducey is back for a second part to her discussion with Jill in episode 276! Picking up where they left off, Kathryn (or Ducey, as Jill calls her) unpacks more of her inspiring, transformative journey. From a public shaming incident at H&M to her eventual rise as a successful coach, she reflects on her experiences of overcoming shame, taking on personal struggles, and embracing her true self. Their conversation touches on themes of self-awareness, personal growth, and the realization that life is not always a linear path. Listen in as Kathryn opens up about her past, revealing how a brush with authority and personal challenges formed her perspectives on things like success and identity. She explains the profound impact of her decision to leave the corporate world and transition into coaching and how her own vulnerability became the foundation for helping others. The discussion also explores the emotional complexities of Kathryn's journey, including the difficult moments of self-doubt, the important role that intuition plays, and the lessons learned from balancing personal and professional life. While Kathryn details some raw moments of struggle, there are also moments of humor and reflection, with Jill and Kathryn discussing how vulnerability, imperfection, and life's unpredictable twists often lead to the biggest changes. Tune in for the conclusion of a brutally honest conversation reflection on not only Kathryn's own journey but also on the universal journey of embracing who you really are so that you can be YOU! Also, don't forget that tickets are now on sale for a Be YOU event on October 25, 2025 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, celebrating the podcast's five-year anniversary. The four-hour women's empowerment experience includes immersive activities; a live podcast recording, and a focus on authentic leadership, with early bird pricing available until June 1st! Two ticket options are available, including a VIP experience, and the event is expected to sell out quickly, so grab your ticket(s) now at jillherman.com/beyou! Show Notes: [02:00] - Kathryn reflects on having been publicly handcuffed after getting caught shoplifting at H&M in Toronto. [05:43] - Despite becoming a coach, Kathryn admits that she still occasionally craves the thrill of risk-taking. [06:48] - People often choose careers that are based on unresolved personal wounds. [08:00] - Kathryn describes reinventing herself from advertising to recruitment, betting on her potential. [11:29] - Even though she was succeeding professionally, Kathryn still struggled with debt and problematic relationships. [13:42] - Kathryn reveals that despite experiencing anxiety, she never felt deeply depressed or hopeless. [15:46] - Kathryn became head of HR at a prominent ad agency, but the role lasted only twelve weeks. [18:23] - Kathryn teaches her clients to reconnect with intuition by observing bodily sensations when making decisions. [20:14] - Hear about how Kathryn took an impulsive trip to Los Angeles after feeling an intuitive urge to go. [23:45]  - Kathryn met Leo in Los Angeles, and he encouraged her to embrace her natural curly hair. [26:07] - After Leo's encouragement, Kathryn stopped straightening her hair and embraced her natural curls. [28:25] - As head of HR, Kathryn prioritized building relationships over traditional policy work. [30:34] - Hear all about how, despite earning respect, Kathryn was eventually fired for not meeting conventional HR expectations. [32:58] - After being fired, Kathryn decided to pursue coaching, embracing her natural talent and passion. [35:03] - Jill reflects on how her coaching success was driven by intuition and a lack of self-doubt. [36:34] - Kathryn recalls how her unique coaching approach and authentic connection led to her rapid growth. [39:44] - Kathryn's success has ultimately stemmed from a real place and a passion for helping others. [40:11] - Kathryn shares how building a community first led to business growth and success. [43:22] - Listen to Kathryn reflect on how marriage challenged her emotionally, teaching her humility and growth. [45:55] - Life experience significantly shapes one's coaching style and perspective. [48:02] - Kathryn has committed to personal growth after her marriage, adopting a disciplined routine. [50:25] - Following a very difficult post-separation period, Kathryn reconciled with her parents and moved back home. [53:12] - Kathryn's vulnerability has helped reawakened Jill's mother's nurturing instincts. [56:28] - Hear how hardship shaped Jill's perspective, making her a more resilient coach. [59:04] - Hear all about how Kathryn embraced a motherly role for her partner's daughters, finding purpose and fulfillment. [1:02:16] - Kathryn is launching a podcast to share her raw, unfiltered journey and to inspire others! [1:05:22] - Jill encourages listeners to support Kathryn's new podcast by leaving reviews and sharing it! [1:08:08] - Kathryn offers personal pep talks, highlighting honesty and motivation to pursue one's dreams. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow Be You Podcast. 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In this new episode of SuperHero Homies!, we dive deep into The Last of Us Season 2, reviewing episodes 1 through 4 with our trademark humor, insight, and unapologetic honesty. Whether you're a die-hard Last of Us fan, a prestige TV viewer, or a video game enthusiast, this review is packed with everything you need — and maybe a few things you don't want to hear! We break down major plot points, character arcs, visual effects, and action set pieces, while comparing what we've seen so far to the critically acclaimed video game that inspired it. While some fans may not love our brutally honest take on the storytelling, we call it like we see it — the good, the bad, and the potentially controversial.

On the May 8, 2025 edition of WrestleRant Radio, Graham "GSM" Matthews and RJ Marceau are getting BRUTALLY HONEST about WWE's latest round of releases: Braun Strowman, Dakota Kai, Shayna Baszler, Cora Jade, Shotzi and many more. Who was the biggest (and least) surprise of the bunch? Who was the most underutilized? Were WWE's "reasons" for releasing talent this time around legitimate? Will any of them end up in AEW eventually? After answering all of those questions and much more, the duo discuss the hot World Heavyweight Championship main event from Monday's Raw and give their COMPLETE PREDICTIONS for Saturday's WWE Backlash premium live event featuring John Cena vs. Randy Orton for the Undisputed WWE Championship!

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about CNN's Jake Tapper being caught off guard by Stephen A. Smith's brutal honesty about his feelings on the Democrat Party and the purge that would have to occur if he were to run for president as a Democrat; CNN's Van Jones having his questions for black Trump supporters backfire in his face; Donald Trump giving his reaction to seeing Jasmine Crockett speak for the first time; JB Pritzker using his appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" to call for mass uprising in the streets to protest Donald Trump; BBC News' Paddy O'Connell grilling Gavin Newsom for participating in a coverup up of Joe Biden's cognitive decline; Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy losing his mind over a Temple University who used his Philadelphia bar to push antisemitic slogans; and much more. Dave also does a special "ask me anything" question-and-answer session on a wide-ranging host of topics, answering questions from the Rubin Report Locals community. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Shopify - Turn your big business idea into money with Shopify on your side. Shopify is the commerce platform behind millions of businesses around the world from household names to brands just getting started. Go to Shopify and sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Go to: http://shopify.com/rubin BlueChew - BlueChew is the original brand offering chewable tablets for better sex combining the active ingredients of Viagra and Cialis into ONE chewable. Try your first month of Blue Chew tablets FREE when you use promo code RUBIN. Go to: http://bluechew.com/ and use promo code RUBIN PDS Debt- If you're making payments every month on your debt and your balances aren't going down, this program is for you. PDS Debt has customized options for anyone struggling with credit cards, personal loans, or medical bills. Get started with your free debt analysis in just 30 seconds and there is no minimum credit score required. Go to: https://PDSDebt.com/RUBIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Steve Sims distills 38 years of brutally honest business experience into just five minutes, delivering straight-shooting advice every entrepreneur needs to hear. Drawing from decades of hard-won lessons, Steve shares the three key truths that every business owner should know—and prepare for—if they want to succeed in the real world. Steve kicks things off by tackling the inevitability of screw-ups in business. Whether it's human error, shifting algorithms, or unexpected industry changes, something will go wrong, and Steve stresses the importance of expecting problems and planning for them before they hit. This mindset shift, he says, allows you to respond strategically rather than get caught off guard. Next, Steve flips the script on the classic hustle trope, insisting that entrepreneurs value time over dollars. Reminding us that while money can be replaced, time cannot, he emphasizes the need to evaluate opportunities not just by the payday, but by the time, stress, and effort required to get there. Finally, in a refreshingly cynical yet practical twist, Steve urges listeners to approach every new contract and relationship with skepticism—not starry-eyed optimism. By deliberately looking for potential pitfalls and being willing to walk away if things don't add up, he explains how he's avoided the costly mistakes that once tripped him up, using a memorable story with the Elton John Foundation as an example. Packed with candid insights, tough love, and practical strategies, this episode offers a survival kit for anyone navigating entrepreneurship. Steve's honest advice will help you spot trouble before it starts, value your most precious resource, and make deals with your eyes wide open. If you're ready to disrupt, connect, and grow with lessons from someone who's truly been there, this is the episode you don't want to miss.

Buckle in for a very emotionally raw and, well, brutally honest conversation this week as Jill chats with Kathryn Ducey in the first part of a two-part episode! Kathryn (or Ducey, as Jill calls her) is a life coach and host of the upcoming Brutally Honest podcast, a podcast about the raw realities of life, healing, and transformation, and she reflects on her personal journey, from childhood trauma and complicated relationships to the powerful awakening that she experienced in her early forties. The conversation explores her struggles with identity, emotional healing, and the process of shedding borrowed beliefs and behaviors that weren't truly hers. Kathryn takes us through her process of self-discovery, including how she began to understand her role in her own pain and the deep healing that she experienced after realizing dysfunction in her family. We also hear about her experience with therapy and personal development programs, such as Landmark, which helped her find a new, healthier path. This episode offers a truly vulnerable look into Kathryn's growth process, revealing how confronting past trauma and facing uncomfortable truths can lead to real freedom. This episode of Be YOU also touches upon the difficulties of healing from trauma and the impact of sexual and emotional boundaries. Kathryn and Jill both share and reflect on their individual experiences of personal growth and how learning to embrace vulnerability has changed their lives. This is truly a heartfelt and powerful episode that you will not want to miss! Also, gives the details around an exciting announcement - tickets are now on sale for a Be YOU event on October 25, 2025 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, celebrating the podcast's five-year anniversary. The four-hour women's empowerment experience includes immersive activities; a live podcast recording, and a focus on authentic leadership, with early bird pricing available until June 1st! Two ticket options are available, including a VIP experience, and the event is expected to sell out quickly, so grab your ticket(s) now at jillherman.com/beyou! Be sure to tune in next week for part two of this conversation with Kathryn Ducey! Show Notes: [0:00] - Hear the details about an upcoming Be YOU event celebrating five years of the podcast! [5:20] - This episode offers a candid conversation with Kathryn Ducey about life, honesty, and overcoming childhood trauma. [8:53] - Kathryn appreciates Jill's tough love after a breakup, which strengthened their connection. [10:49] - Hear about how Kathryn struggled with borrowed identities before learning to embrace her true self through human design. [12:46] - Jill expresses fascination with human design, even learning about her own undefined and defined centers. [14:36] - Kathryn reflects on the challenging but rewarding changes that she underwent between ages 40 and 43. [16:42] - At 33, Kathryn faced hair loss and short-lived relationships, leading her to uncover childhood trauma stored in her. [19:46] - Jill recalls a wake-up call about victimhood and the realization of her own childhood struggles. [20:15] - Hear about how Kathryn blamed her partner for relationship issues, unaware she was actually avoiding pain and responsibility. [22:06] - Kathryn left therapy to dive into Landmark, revealing her parents' dysfunction and her unresolved trauma. [24:21] - Kathryn reveals that her chaotic and abusive childhood stemmed from her parents' unstable relationship and her mom's struggles. [27:12] - Hear how a harsh caretaker and punishment during childhood shaped Kathryn's struggles. [29:22] - Childhood trauma, as Kathryn realized, was surfacing in her relationships where she looked for validation via unhealthy sexual patterns. [31:55] - Hear Kathryn open up about how she disconnected from her body during intimacy, triggering survival responses despite her partner's support. [33:13] - Struggling with her sexuality, Kathryn discovered her turn-ons were linked to the environment, not physical appearance. [35:20] - Reflecting on her family's financial dysfunction and her spending habits, Kathryn realized the importance of boundaries, [37:28] - Death and trauma marked Kathryn's childhood, leading her to create chaos while maintaining a façade of stability. [39:32] - Masking destructive patterns, Kathryn's seemingly perfect life involved stealing and toxic relationships with wealthy men. [41:45] - Jill acknowledges the contrast between Kathryn's outward success and her hidden chaos, stressing the deep impact of unresolved trauma. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Be You Podcast!” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps the podcast reach more people just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” I know there was something in this episode that you were meant to hear. Let me know what that is! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow Be You Podcast. There is a new episode every single week, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out.

In this episode of The Magic Guys, hosts Nick Kay, Doug Conn, and the ever-curious Josh unravel the complexities of modern magic. Broadcasting from time-zone-defying locations, they dive deep into the intricate world of magic, debating its perception as either cringe-worthy or cool. Join the conversation as our hosts analyze the nuances of magic attire, its evolution from classic suits to contemporary casual styles influenced by magic legends like Copperfield and Blaine. Do traditional props like the Invisible Deck or Sponge Balls still hold their allure, or are they more a sign of laziness? The trio eagerly dissects these iconic tools and the importance of creativity and originality in keeping magic fresh. Vote for The Magic Guys to win a fism award! https://www.fismitaly2025.com/online-magic-special-awards/ Get the Magic guys Merch! https://themagicguysshow.com/en-aud/products/im-a-magic-guy-t-shirt Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys - https://www.speakpipe.com/themagicguys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! - https://discord.gg/sBUUCVwjPR Email Us - themagicguysshow@gmail.com The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.

In this Q&A episode, Alex (@AlexHormozi) goes rapid-fire with real entrepreneurs, giving blunt, tactical advice on everything from scaling service businesses to fixing offers, boosting CAC, and knowing when to walk away. Welcome to The Game w/Alex Hormozi, hosted by entrepreneur, founder, investor, author, public speaker, and content creator Alex Hormozi. On this podcast you'll hear how to get more customers, make more profit per customer, how to keep them longer, and the many failures and lessons Alex has learned and will learn on his path from $100M to $1B in net worth.Wanna scale your business? Click here.Follow Alex Hormozi's Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition Mentioned in this episode:Get access to the free $100M Scaling Roadmap at www.acquisition.com/roadmap

NBA and Miami Heat Content featuring Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins, Kel'el Ware, Nikola Jovic, Terry Rozier, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Duncan Robinson, Davion Mitchell, Kevin Love, Haywood Highsmith, Pelle Larsson, Keshad Johnson, Erik Spoelstra and more. Subscribe for more Miami Heat, Miami Dolphins, NBA and NFL news. My YouTube Channel My Twitter Intro Song : Pine Island - RadixTheRuler Outro Song : Pull Up Freestyle - RadixTheRuler Timestamps (minus ads):Discussing the exit interviews from thew Miami Heat. NBA and Miami Heat News featuring Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins, Terry Rozier, Nikola Jovic, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Duncan Robinson, Josh Richardson, Kevin Love, Haywood Highsmith, Kel'el Ware, Pelle Larsson, Keshad Johnson, Erik Spoelstra and more. Subscribe for more Miami Heat, Miami Dolphins, NBA and NFL news. #miamiheat #nba #miamiheatnews #tylerherro #bamadebayo Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyD_heat Audio Podcast: https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-miami-heat/ The Basement: @TheBasementSportsNetwork ▬ Music Credit ▬ Background Music: Excursion - Po13o YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3hIl8V_n2JHfLw8b64cnw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickolas_verdugo/ Outro Song: Pull Up (prod. by KENO) - RadixTheRuler (https://soundcloud.com/radixtheruler/pull-up-freestyle-prod-by-keno) ▬ Check out the the official Miami Heat discord! ▬ https://discord.gg/5hBVpv3D67 If you enjoy the content, please like the video and subscribe to Witness Miami Sports (witnessmiamisports) for Miami Heat news and updates! 0:00 Late Exit Interviews 1:10 Reaction to Players & Coach 13:02 Sponsor 13:41 More Reactions 23:00 Who Didn't Speak? 26:42 Closing Thoughts

In this episode of the Internet People podcast, cohosts Anna and MJ give their final review of the Bare Minimum Artist's Way — what surprised us, what changed in our business, and what's next!Links referenced in the episode:The Overthinker's Guide to Getting StartedHow to do the Bare Min Artist's Way — Substack articleMJ's vlog!Internet People is a podcast for creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs who are smart, self-aware, and chronically online. Every week, we serve up recs, rabbit holes, and deep dives to help you fuel your creative process and navigate the mindf*ck of being a creative person in the digital age.

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Sick of dating advice that coddles you? We're cutting through the fluff with the brutal truths you've been avoiding. Prepare for a no-holds-barred conversation about your dating habits and why you're stuck. If you're ready for real change, this episode is your wake-up call.NEXT STEP: Book a complimentary Love Strategy Session and let us help you attract love this year: https://go.lovestrategies.com/session

Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker, 3 x Wall Street Journal bestselling author and former crime boss in Dallas, who was sentenced to Life in prison for Organized Crime. USA Today calls him the “modern day Shawshank Redemption and the most in-demand speaker in America.” At 20 years old, he was a Division 1 starting quarterback at the University of North Texas, when he suffered a career ending injury and turned to hardcore drugs to cope with disappointments of life. After graduation, he worked in the United States Congress and trained to be a stockbroker for United Bank of Switzerland (UBS). One day at UBS, he was introduced to methamphetamines; he became instantly hooked—and the lives of so many innocent people would forever be changed by the choices he made in order to feed his insatiable meth habit. After a fateful discussion during his incarceration with a seasoned convict, Damon had a spiritual awakening. He learned that, like a coffee bean changing with the application of heat and pressure, he was capable of changing the environment around him. Armed with a program of recovery, a renewed faith, and a miraculous second chance at life, Damon emerged from over seven years of prison a changed man. On parole in Texas until 2073, his story is one of hope, redemption, grit and the resilience of the Human spirit. Today on the show we discuss: why USA Today has compared Damon's story to "The Shawshank Redemption," how he transformed his mindset inside a maximum security prison, how to escape mental prisons and learn from adversity, daily spiritual and mental practices that changed his life, Damon's powerful story of forgiveness from one of his victims, what he's doing to give back and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you've consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices