Podcasts about C4

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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Sushant Sareen about the ongoing protests in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and the subsequent crackdown on innocent protestors by the Pakistani army. Reports on social media and other media indicate multiple casualties. Follow Sushant: X: @sushantsareen #pok #pojk #islamism #pakistanarmy #kashmir ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubCheck out more here:https://gotopia.tech/episodes/449Simon Brown - Author & Creator of "The C4 Model"Susanne Kaiser - Independent Tech Consultant & Author of "Architecture for Flow"RESOURCESSimonhttps://simonbrown.jehttps://bsky.app/profile/simonbrown.jehttps://twitter.com/simonbrownhttps://linkedin.com/in/simonbrownjerseyhttps://c4model.comSusannehttps://bsky.app/profile/suksr.bsky.socialhttps://mastodon.social/@suksrhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/susannekaiser1https://susannekaiser.netLinkshttps://structurizr.comDESCRIPTIONSimon Brown explains that the C4 Model started not as a grand design theory, but as a practical answer to an embarrassing problem: running a workshop on architecture diagramming, he realized he couldn't understand any of the diagrams being produced. The model formalized his own consulting practice of hierarchical handover documentation — context diagram at the top, containers below, components and code at the bottom — giving it a name and making it teachable. His core advice is to start with just the top two levels: context and container diagrams. These change infrequently, are quick to draw, and deliver immediate value. Levels three and four — components and code — are included for completeness but age rapidly with every commit, and in most cases aren't worth the maintenance overhead.Two especially practical insights emerge from the conversation. First, how to handle microservices: if your team owns all the services inside a system boundary, each service is a collection of C4 containers; if you depend on another team's service that you can't see inside, model it as an opaque software system. This maps naturally to how domain boundaries and team ownership actually work in practice. Second, the surprisingly important distinction between modeling and diagramming: C4's real value is the shared vocabulary — systems, containers, components, code — not the visual notation itself. Teams using entirely different tooling can communicate clearly because they've agreed on what the words mean. Simon is firm that there will be no C4 v2; the model is intentionally lightweight, and adding more would risk turning it into the next UML — comprehensive, heavy, and largely abandoned.RECOMMENDED BOOKSSimon Brown • The C4 Model • https://amzn.to/4xB9V33Susanne Kaiser • Adaptive Systems With Domain-Driven Design, Wardley Mapping & Team Topologies • https://amzn.to/3XTmNCcNick Rozanski &, Eóin Woods • Software Systems Architecture • https://amzn.to/4cOLtTvvan Kelle, Verschatse &Baas-Schwegler • Collaborative Software Design • https://amzn.to/4iv0N8IBlueskyInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

If you wish to support our podcast, please follow this link. Thank you! Welcome to a new episode of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives. In this episode, Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and leadership coach Jo Confino talk about finding beauty and reverence in the most ordinary of things. Jo shares his new book, Between Earth and Sky, which documents his time in Mitla, Mexico, and his journey of deep looking and finding beauty in the seemingly empty land. Brother Phap Huu emphasizes the importance of mindfulness, stopping, and being present to see the wonder in everyday life.The hosts further share the concept of consciousness in everything, and the need for reverence in our habits and interactions. The conversation also touches on reciprocity, the importance of community, and the journey of opening one’s heart through listening and acceptance. The episode concludes with a short meditation guided by Brother Phap Huu, to help listeners ground themselves in the present moment and to recognize the beauty in all life. Co-produced by the Plum Village App:https://plumvillage.app/ And Global Optimism:https://globaloptimism.com/ With support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation:https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/ List of resources Between Earth and Skyhttps://www.parallax.org/product/between-earth-and-sky/ Interbeinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interbeing Plum Village Traditionhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plum_Village_Tradition Order of Interbeinghttps://plumvillage.org/community/order-of-interbeing The Way Out Is In: ‘Space, Time, and the Ultimate Dimension (Episode #54)'https://plumvillage.org/podcast/space-time-and-the-ultimate-dimension-episode-54 Mitlahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitla Stephen Mitchellhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Mitchell_(translator) Tao Te Chinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tao_Te_Ching Samsarahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sa%E1%B9%83s%C4%81ra Pema Chödrönhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pema_Ch%C3%B6dr%C3%B6n Quotes “We can see beauty everywhere.” “When we feel alive and present on this Earth, what more do we need?” “The first act of meditation is learning to stop. It is learning to take a pause and feel the present moment. And feeling the present moment is more important than thinking about the present moment, because, when we attune ourselves into our own body, into our senses, what we see, what we smell, what we hear, what we touch gives us an opportunity to be in touch with life in the very here and now.” “We can sit and look at a tree or even look at a rock and find all of life in that.” “This is it.” “We want to know what’s out in space, but we don’t know what is in our inner space.” “Depending on how we show up, our way of being can shift and change our whole mental formation, our whole consciousness of reality.” “Reverence creates a sense of reciprocity because, when we have reverence, we are in conversation with whatever is in front of us. So when we think of things as objects, we’re looking at them as separate from ourselves. But when we have reverence for things, we see that they are talking to us as well as we are talking to them.” “The beauty of Zen is turning a simple moment into a beautiful ritual.” “Reverence is a manifestation of our mental formations.” “I invite everybody to hold their next cup of tea, or coffee, or orange juice, with two hands. It shifts you into a different space. A simple action with two hands, and I’m fully present. Just like when we join our palms and offer a bow, it represents the body and the mind that come together.”

Send us Fan MailMost investors learn due diligence the hard way, after a “great deal” turns into months of delays, legal costs, or a strategy that cannot be executed. We slow that down and make it practical: a clear framework built around four pillars of property due diligence, with a focus on the one pillar that can quietly make or break everything, the property itself.We talk about how to turn due diligence into a simple checklist you can actually use, deal after deal. The goal is not to overcomplicate the process, it is to make sure the foundational checks are done before you sink time into negotiations or spend money on surveys and solicitors. We also share why a quieter property market can be an advantage, especially if you are willing to get out there, talk to agents, and speak directly with property owners while competition is lower.A big chunk of the conversation is planning use class. We unpack what it means in real terms for common scenarios like standard residential (C3), HMOs (including C4 and when larger setups become Sui Generis), and care-related uses like C2. We also point to practical places to verify the facts, like local planning portals and the property's deeds, and we explain why mismatches between “what it's sold as” and “what it's approved as” should trigger deeper investigation.If you want to feel more confident evaluating purchase lease options, rent-to-rent opportunities, assisted sales, or straightforward purchases, this will give you a grounded starting point. Subscribe for more training, share this with a friend who is chasing deals right now, and leave a review with your biggest due diligence question.VALUABLE RESOURCES:Let me help you build your property business, Check out how I can support your investing now.Visit https://www.thepropertyunleashed.com/homeMy Property Investing Community called Property Education To Action,  This is the best place to achieve your property goals and build the life you desire. https://educationtoaction.com Apply here: thepropertyunleashed.com — click Inner CircleSupportive Living help www.socialspaces.uk“Free Goal Setting Masterclass: Build Your Life In Five Days”“If you've enjoyed these episodes, leave us a five-star review”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...

In this monologue, Kushal shares his views on both Godi (mainstream) media and Chodi (YouTube and Instagram) media. There is a lot of chatter about how mainstream media is a lapdog and the new-age media is truly independent, but what is the truth? Is there any such thing as independent media? Links: 1. https://x.com/KutnitiFNDTN/status/2082062313193087053?s=20 2. https://x.com/apurv_shaurya/status/2082359085316378965?s=20 3. https://x.com/BeingPolitical1/status/2082133681452519630?s=20 4. https://x.com/Indian_Analyzer/status/2081659103307243645?s=20 5. https://x.com/FabulasGuy/status/2081619616456188033?s=20 6. https://x.com/wokeflix/status/2081741923010973891?s=20 7. https://x.com/vishalPosts/status/2066851094173733051?s=20 8. https://www.meltwater.com/en/blog/social-media-statistics-india 9. https://acumen.education/digital-and-social-media-landscape-in-india/ #cockroachjantaparty #socialmedia #genz ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

What if the tray is the reason your whitening results are inconsistent? Why would a dentist who owns a whitening lab — and holds four patents on making bleaching trays — tell you to skip the tray? Trayless whitening does not mean strips. It means the patient puts in a retractor and paints the gel directly onto the teeth, twice a day, for half an hour. No impression, no lab bill, no two-week wait, and no soft plastic reservoir quietly absorbing your peroxide. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation with Dr Wyman Chan and Dr Elvis Law, recorded live in their central London whitening practice. Wyman has done nothing but whitening since 2002, has a PhD on the efficacy and safety of whitening processes, and — despite owning the lab that makes the trays — now does most of his cases without one. Elvis trained under him and reckons around 90% of his own cases are now trayless. Part 1 is the mechanism, the protocol and an honest list of who it doesn't suit. Part 2 takes it into the hard cases. https://youtu.be/aAAoUxTIkxo Watch PDP277 on YouTube Protrusive Dental Pearl: Let the Patient Pick the Shade Most of us ask “how white do you want to go?”, get a laugh about Hollywood white or Simon Cowell white, then hold a B1 tab against the canine and call that the destination. Try flipping it. Under corrected light, record where the patient is now. Then hand over the whole shade guide, arranged by value, and let them choose the tab they want to reach. Photograph both. This is the VITA Shade guide arranged by value: B1 → A1 → B2 → D2 → A2 → C1 → C2 → D4 → A3 → D3 → B3 → A3.5 → B4 → C3 → A4 → C4 Two things change. You now know the target precisely instead of inferring it, and you can track progress against a fixed reference. Most patients land on B1 — it's the last shade before the bleach range, and it reads natural rather than veneered. Some will point at 0M1 and that's a different conversation, which is exactly the point. Because whatever they choose dictates how many weeks, how much gel and how many reviews the case needs — and therefore what it should cost. A single flat whitening fee assumes every case takes the same work. They don't. Someone starting at C4 who wants a bleach shade can get there, but it takes more gel, more time, more reviews and probably a protocol change along the way. Price that honestly. Only you can decide what the tiers look like in your practice. But it might be worth sitting down as a team of dentists and therapists and asking: how are we delivering whitening? Two tiers? More? Based on what? What You'll Take From This Episode Conscious bleaching — why an awake patient with an open mouth is a completely different chemical situation to a sealed tray worn overnight, and what that does to sensitivity. The formulation constraint — peroxide needs acid to stay stable on the shelf, which is why pre-mixed products lean acidic and why two-component gels exist at all. The full trayless protocol — wear schedule, spacing, patient positioning, review intervals and what to troubleshoot first when a case is behind. Who it doesn't suit — an honest contraindications list, including the one objection patients raise most often and the answer to it. Tray hygiene as a clinical instruction — the reason results vary so much between patients using the identical gel. An A3.5 to B1 case — start to finish in three weeks, with the review points and the maintenance plan. Highlights of This Episode 00:00     TEASER 01:05     Trayless Teeth Whitening Explained 03:40     Protrusive Dental Pearl: Let Patients Pick Their Whitening Shade 06:05     Meet the Guests: A Career Built on Teeth Whitening 10:27     What Is Trayless Whitening? (It’s Not Whitening Strips) 13:44     Why Whitening Trays Waste Your Bleaching Gel 15:37     Are Whitening Strips Acidic? Gel Formulation Explained 19:17     Conscious Bleaching and Whitening Sensitivity 24:43     When NOT to Use Trayless Whitening 29:05     The Trayless Whitening Protocol: 30 Minutes Twice a Day 32:55     Midroll 42:45     How to Clean Whitening Trays Properly 50:02     A3.5 to B1 in Three Weeks: A Case Walkthrough 56:16     Tooth Porosity and the 45-Degree Recline Rule 1:02:09   Whitening Top-Ups and the Five-Year Guarantee 1:06:49   How to Price Teeth Whitening and Let Patients Pick the Shade 1:07:45   OUTRO 1:12:56   What’s Coming in Part 2 Start Offering Trayless Whitening for Your Office UK Dentists: In the UK you need the Get2Smile Kit which is 6% formulation applied twice daily for 30 minutes. Head to directoralcare.com and register for a free professional account. Approval unlocks the full shop, pricing, offers and their upcoming educational courses. At checkout, use code: DOCSUMMER20 The Trayless whitening system is called Get2Smile. International Dentists wishing to offer Get2Smile, please enquire from Dr Chan’s website. The international version uses 10% formulation applied for 15 minutes, twice daily.

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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Tushar Gupta and Kushan Mitra about the dramatic end of the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar, when Dharmendra Pradhan resigned. The cockroaches have won! But is this the end of the BJP? What is the future of education reforms in India? Follow them: X: @Tushar15_ Twitter: @kushanmitra Articles: https://theprint.in/author/kushan-mitra/ Substack: https://politypolicy.substack.com/ #cockroachjantaparty #socialmedia #genz ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

The U.S. energy drink market is a brutal, $28.5 billion battlefield where loyalty between brands and DSD distributors rarely exist. After helping build massive energy drink brands like GHOST, CELSIUS, Alani Nu, and C4, independent beer distributors watched PepsiCo and Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) strip the volume right off their trucks. Enter Phorm Energy...the powerhouse joint venture between Anheuser-Busch, sports nutrition brand 1st Phorm, and combat sports mogul Dana White. In this video, I'm doing a year-one "heat check" on Phorm Energy. Learn how this unique partnership bypasses traditional beverage startup growing pains, solves the independent distributor loyalty crisis, and leverages a fierce, blue-collar fitness community to challenge the beverage industry's biggest giants. I'll be breaking down the latest retail sales data, compare their trajectory to the previous AB InBev & GHOST Energy joint venture, and reveal the strategic "playbook" needed if they plan to crash the Top 10.

Godinama je IT bio industrija u kojoj su zaposlenici birali poslodavce, a ne obrnuto. Danas je situacija bitno drukčija. U posljednjih nekoliko godina val otkaza zahvatio je i najveće svjetske tehnološke kompanije i regionalnu IT scenu, ostavljajući iza sebe tisuće ljudi bez posla i otvarajući pitanje što se zapravo promijenilo. U posljednjoj epizodi sezone Netokracijinog podcasta razgovarali smo o tome kako su otkazi izgledali u Hrvatskoj i Srbiji, što ih je uzrokovalo i kakvu će industriju ostaviti iza sebe._______________00:00 Zašto je IT izgubio osjećaj sigurnosti?01:20 Globalni val otkaza: Meta, Amazon, Microsoft i Google02:45 Kako je kriza stigla u Srbiju04:45 Ubisoft, PlayStudios i najveći otkazi u srpskom IT-u07:25 Što se događalo u Hrvatskoj: Google, Lemax i Porsche eBike Performance09:45 Zašto su hrvatski founderi bili otvoreniji oko otkaza?11:15 Je li AI stvarni razlog ili samo zgodan izgovor?13:10 Outsourcing protiv produktnih kompanija – ključna razlika između Srbije i Hrvatske16:00 Hoće li nas AI zamijeniti?17:45 Što očekivati od IT tržišta u sljedećih nekoliko godina?19:00 Zaključak i kraj sezone Netokracija Podcasta - vidimo se u rujnu!_______________

TIME STAMPS: 02:06 Recap of how Casey and Peter met at the Steak & Butter Gang Meat Up in Bozeman, MT.09:51 The awful truth of how fiber damages your gut and impairs your digestion.14:20 What you can expect to learn from Coach Peter's Carnivore Certification Course.16:24 Why none of us track Calories, and how we manipulate macronutrient ratios for specific fat-loss goals.18:31 Cookies, chips, and carnivore-friendly snacks.23:12 Science-backed studies on the addictive properties of carbohydrates.28:00 The least-damaging carbohydrate sources for athletes who prefer carbs.31:52 How “priming” can optimize your gut microbiome and help you to better identify your natural satiety signals.37:06 Carnivore bars and other carnivore-friendly pemmican snacks.45:52 CONFESSION TIME - dark chocolate, coffee creamer and C4 energy drinks!49:00 This week's BAD COACH CALLOUT and LISS! - Sameer from India @ sameerwonderlust & Rusty Lamb from New York @ rustybbqlamb01:01:53 Advice on electrolyte supplementation.01:05:01 If the carnivore diet is so simple then why do you need to have a coach?01:09:11 Possible nutrient deficiencies for new carnivores?01:12:26 “Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit?” 1 Cor. 6:1901:15:58 “Best advice for new coaches?” @ the_carnivore_chick01:26:04 The Bossa Beach Bums and Purely Tallow Sunscreen & Lotion!===========================================Peter's IG: @ carnivorecoachpeterwww.carnivorecoachinternational.com===========================================Coach Colt's Supplement Store (COMING SOON!) https://primalcutsfitness.com/ *customers may text or email in the meantime for our Venmo Storefront until our product page is finished, as it is still currently under construction*Link for KETO BRICKS: https://glnk.io/zvl/coltmiltonSave 10% on CARNIVORE BARS with code COLT10

In this podcast, Kushal, Khalid Baig, and Nikhil Mehra enjoy the chaos of the CJP protests. This podcast features memes from the protests and captures the chaos in its rawest form. Follow them: X: @TweetinderKaul X: @KhalidBaig85 #cockroachjantaparty #socialmedia #genz ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

Welcome back to Good Morning BSS World podcast! In this episode, we travel back to Africa to explore the latest developments in the global business services (GBS) and business process outsourcing (BPO) landscape across the continent. Our recurring guest, Rod Jones, Patron at the Africa Federation of GBS Associations, shares a comprehensive update on how North, West, East, Central, and Southern Africa are evolving into prime global delivery destinations. Key Topics Covered in This Episode:·         Strategic Growth & Government Backing: How public-private partnerships, infrastructure investments, and direct government support are driving BPO expansion across countries like Egypt, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Nigeria. ·         Regional Highlights: Discover key updates including Egypt's continued global dominance, Rwanda's BPO job expansion and UN AI initiative leadership, Ethiopia's BPO Park developments, and the upcoming BPESA conference in Cape Town. ·         Emerging Outsourcing Hubs: Growth updates from Zimbabwe, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Namibia, Botswana, Mozambique, and Eswatini. ·         AI & The Future of African Talent: A discussion on the global debate surrounding AI's impact on job creation, automation, and operational efficiency in the BPO industry. ·         Building Industry Associations: How the Africa Federation of GBS Associations is providing frameworks and blueprints to help new regions establish national industry bodies and partner with governments. Whether you are an investor, industry executive, or outsourcing practitioner, this episode provides essential insights into Africa's rapid emergence on the global GBS map.Links:Rod Jones on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodjonessouthafrica/The federation: https://africafederation.org    ****************************  My name is Wiktor Doktór and on daily basis I run Pro Progressio Club - https://proprogressio.com/en/activity/pro-progressio-club/1 - it's a community of many private companies and public sector organizations that care about the development of business relations in the B2B model. In the Good Morning BSS World podcast, apart from solo episodes, I share interviews with experts and specialists from global BPO/GBS industry.If you want to learn more about me, please visit my social media channels:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/wiktordoktorHere is also link to the English podcasts Playlist - https://bit.ly/GoodMorningBSSWorldPodcastYTLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktordoktorYou can also write to me. My email address is - kontakt(@) wiktordoktor.pl  ****************************  This Podcast is supported by Patrons:Marzena Sawicka https://www.linkedin.com/in/marzena-sawicka-a9644a23/Przemysław Sławiński https://www.linkedin.com/in/przemys%C5%82aw-s%C5%82awi%C5%84ski-155a4426/Damian Ruciński https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-ruci%C5%84ski/Szymon Kryczka https://www.linkedin.com/in/szymonkryczka/Grzegorz Ludwin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gludwin/Adam Furmańczuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-agilino/Igor Tkach - https://www.linkedin.com/in/igortkach/Damian Wróblewski – https://www.linkedin.com/in/damianwroblewski/Paweł Łopatka - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pawellopatka/Ewelina Szindler – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewelina-szindler-zarz%C4%85dzanie-mark%C4%85-osobist%C4%85-0497a0212/Wiktor Doktór Jr - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktor-dokt%C3%B3r-jr-916297188/Agata Stolarz - https://www.linkedin.com/in/agata-stolarz/Hubert Antczak - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hubert-antczak/  Once you listen, give a like, subscribe and join Patrons of Good Morning BSS World as well. Here are two links to do so:Patronite - https://patronite.pl/wiktordoktor  Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/wiktordoktor Or if you liked this episode and would like to buy me virtual coffee, you can use this link https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wiktordoktor - by doing so you support the growth and distribution of this podcast.P.S. this time we faced some technical issues with recording, but I hope this will not disturb too much the listening of this episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-morning-bss-world--4131868/support.

Episode Summary      On January 18, 2018, in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, Green Beret combat medic Luke Sciulli stopped being the medic and became the patient. A booby-trapped building collapsed on him during a personnel-recovery operation, fracturing his C4, C5, and C6 vertebrae, both scapulas, and his pelvis, and leaving him with a spinal cord injury at C5. In this episode of WarDocs, SFC(R) Luke Sciulli walks through that day and the MEDEVAC chain that followed — forward surgical team, Kandahar, Landstuhl, and Walter Reed — and explains how living through the system he once operated permanently reshaped his view of casualty care, pain management, and patient advocacy.   SFC(R) Sciulli is candid about the recovery that nearly broke him. He describes the culture shock of moving from elite combat operations to a 30-bed spinal cord injury ward populated largely by elderly veterans, and the slow, deliberate realization that, in his words, the only person who was going to make his life better was him. He maps the framework that pulled him back — physical health, mental health, and career — and offers a direct message to wounded operators who cannot get out of bed: the discipline that earned the Beret, the Tab, or the Trident is still inside them.   The conversation then widens into the operational and strategic challenges Sciulli has tackled across an extraordinary career. He compares civilian and military trauma systems and argues that surgeons in major American cities now see more penetrating trauma than many military providers — making military-civilian partnerships essential to keeping skills sharp. He recounts building a joint, combined MEDEVAC architecture across five African nations, and embedding at forward surgical teams in Ukraine just kilometers from the front, where 60 to 90 casualties a day exposed gaps in Role 1 and Role 2 doctrine, risk tolerance, and interoperability that U.S. tabletop exercises rarely surface.   SFC(R) Sciulli also draws on his time supervising a 216-bed field hospital at Columbia University during the 2020 COVID surge and his current work with Vigilant Consulting and Valinor Enterprises advising on tactical medical technology. He makes the case for predictive analytics, wearables, and automated resuscitation systems to force-multiply providers in large-scale combat operations — while confronting the risk-acceptance and accountability questions that slow adoption. He closes with the cause he intends to define his legacy: fixing the negligent disconnect that leaves SOF medics and operators underutilized in the civilian, defense, and healthcare worlds, and expanding the transition programs that turn their hard-won skills into lives saved at home. Chapters (00:00-01:10) Cold Open and Introduction (01:10-05:30) Becoming the Casualty in Helmand Province (05:30-11:30) The Recovery That Rewired Everything (11:30-15:45) Civilian and Military Medicine, Two Ways (15:45-22:45) Distance, Mass Casualties, and Lessons from Ukraine (22:45-32:30) Field Hospitals, Tactical Technology, and Risk (32:30-36:15) Recruiting the Next Force and a SOF Medic Legacy Chapter Summaries (00:00-01:10) Introduction Dr. Soderdahl frames the journey ahead: a Green Beret combat medic who became the patient on the wrong side of an IED blast and now drives technology and policy for the next war. The standard WarDocs welcome sets up a firsthand look at military medicine from the austere edge of combat to the front lines of innovation. (01:10-05:30) Becoming the Casualty in Helmand Province SFC(R) Sciulli recounts volunteering to backfill a buddy's ODA as senior medic and the January 18, 2018 operation in which a booby-trapped building collapsed onto him. He details catastrophic injuries — broken C4-C6, a C5 spinal cord injury, fractured scapulas and pelvis — and the MEDEVAC through the forward surgical team toward higher care, including how his teammates stabilized and moved him. (05:30-11:30) The Recovery That Rewired Everything He describes six months split between Walter Reed and the Tampa VA, the jolt of moving from combat to a spinal cord injury ward, and the loss of career, health, and identity overnight. The turning point came when he accepted that no one else could make his life better, and built a deliberate framework around physical health, mental health, and career. (11:30-15:45) Civilian and Military Medicine, Two Ways Drawing on his paramedic, firefighter, and critical-care flight background plus SF service, Sciulli argues civilian surgeons now out-rep many military providers on penetrating trauma, making military-civilian partnerships essential. He also reflects on serving as senior medical provider for SEAL Teams Two and Eight and why interoperability comes down to people and personality. (15:45-22:45) Distance, Mass Casualties, and Lessons from Ukraine He explains building a joint, combined MEDEVAC system across Chad, Niger, Nigeria, Cameroon, and Libya, then scales the problem to the Indo-Pacific and Eastern Europe. Embedded at forward surgical teams in Ukraine, he saw 60 to 90 casualties a day and learned hard lessons about volume, interoperability, civilian EMS integration, and U.S. risk tolerance. (22:45-32:30) Field Hospitals, Tactical Technology, and Risk SFC(R) Sciulli describes supervising a 216-bed COVID field hospital at Columbia University and why a military-style community made it work. He then identifies penetrating and shrapnel trauma as a top killer and makes the case for wearables, predictive analytics, and automated resuscitation — confronting the risk acceptance and human trust that slow adoption. (32:30-36:15) Recruiting the Next Force and a SOF Medic Legacy Speaking to students, residents, and recruiters, Sciulli reframes the pitch: the military needs people willing to operate beyond their comfort zone and scope, not just another credential. He closes on the legacy he intends to leave — fixing the negligent disconnect that leaves SOF medics and operators underutilized after service. Take Home Messages Experiencing Care Builds the Best Advocates: Living through the casualty evacuation chain as the patient teaches lessons no provider can learn from the other side of the litter. Empathy, pain management, and patient advocacy take on new meaning once a clinician has been the one strapped to the litter. Recovery Is a Decision You Make Daily: The hardest part of catastrophic injury is mental, not physical. Progress comes from a conscious choice to get up and be better than yesterday, supported by resources but driven by personal ownership of physical health, mental health, and career. Keep Military Providers Sharp in Civilian Trauma: Civilian surgeons in major cities now see more penetrating trauma and polytrauma than many military clinicians. An integrated military-civilian system that rotates providers through high-volume civilian centers is essential to keeping wartime skills ready. Plan for Volume, Distance, and Interoperability: Future large-scale combat means moving casualties across oceans and continents while relying on host-nation, partner, and civilian systems. High casualty volumes and contested distance demand generalist skill, civilian EMS integration, and a higher tolerance for operational risk. Close the Gap Between Research and the Warfighter: Government funds enormous amounts of combat casualty research and technology that never reaches frontline providers fast enough. The mission is to translate proven findings and devices into the warfighter's hands tomorrow — not years from now.   Episode Keywords military medicine, combat medicine, Green Beret medic, 18D combat medic, special forces medic, combat casualty care, TCCC, spinal cord injury recovery, polytrauma, Helmand Province, Walter Reed, MEDEVAC, forward surgical team, Ukraine combat medicine, mass casualty, large scale combat operations, LSCO, prolonged field care, tactical medicine, medical device innovation, SOF medic, military civilian partnership, WarDocs, Luke Sciulli, veteran resilience, penetrating trauma   Hashtags #MilitaryMedicine, #CombatMedicine, #GreenBeret, #WarDocs, #CombatCasualtyCare, #SOFMedic, #VeteranResilience, #TacticalMedicine   Honoring the Legacy and Preserving the History of Military Medicine The WarDocs Mission- WarDocs exists to honor the legacy of Military Medicine, preserve its history, and inspire every generation — across all Services, Corps, and Ranks — to serve with excellence and pride. Through mentorship, coaching, and education, we equip those considering, entering, and serving in military medicine with the knowledge, connections, and community they need to thrive. We celebrate Who we are, What we do, and, most importantly, How we serve Our Patients, the DoW, and Our Nation. Find out more and join Team WarDocs at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/ Check our list of previous guest episodes at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/our-guests Subscribe and Like our Videos on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast Listen to the "What We Are For" Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible and go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in Military Medicine. A tax receipt will be sent to you. WARDOCS documents the experiences, contributions, and innovations of all military medicine Services, ranks, and Corps who are affectionately called "Docs" as a sign of respect, trust, and confidence on and off the battlefield, demonstrating dedication to the medical care of fellow comrades in arms. Follow Us on Social Media Twitter: @wardocspodcast Facebook: WarDocs Podcast Instagram: @wardocspodcast LinkedIn: WarDocs-The Military Medicine Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast  

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when one moment changes the direction of your life—and you must decide how you are going to move forward?On July 20, 2017, Matthew Fumo dove into shallow water while swimming with friends near the Longport Bridge in Ocean City, New Jersey. He struck his head on the bottom, sustained a C4 spinal cord injury, and was paralyzed from the shoulders down. He was told he could remain on a breathing tube for up to three years and would never move anything below his neck again.But Matt's story did not end with what he was told.In today's episode, Matt and his sister, Julia Fumo, share the realities of that day, the long and continuing road of recovery, and what the experience taught their entire family about resilience, hope, support, and moving forward.Today, Matt is president of Unbroken Motion, and Julia serves as secretary. Together, they are building a community to support individuals living with spinal cord injuries and the families walking beside them.Learn more, get involved, or support their mission at UnbrokenMotion.org, and follow @UnbrokenMotion on Facebook and Instagram.Before we begin, please download and follow the Today is the Day Changemakers Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts, and subscribe to the Today is the Day Changemakers YouTube channel.You can also follow Today is the Day Live It on Facebook and Instagram. Please like, comment, and share. Every interaction helps us bring these powerful stories to more people around the world.Today is the Day. LIVE IT! — Edge of Comfort to Center of Impact, is available through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Walmart, and Target online. If you are sitting at the edge of a decision or unsure how to move forward read what 31 authors from across the U.S. and Uganda have to share.#spinalcord #spinalcordinjury #motion #TodayistheDay #Changemakers #ocean #surfing #watersafety #family #community #healing #mindset #connectionSupport the show

In this podcast, Kushal and Tushar talk about the CJP protests. Who is at fault here? Is marching towards Parliament right? Should the police lathi-charge young children? What are the long-term solutions for this? Follow them: X: @Tushar15_ Substack: https://politypolicy.substack.com/ Website: https://politypolicy.com/ Tool: https://politypolicy.com/SpendingByType Tool: https://politypolicy.com/SpendingByFunction Tool: https://politypolicy.com/StateFiscalMatrix Tool: https://politypolicy.com/StateFiscalHeadToHead #cockroachjantaparty #socialmedia #genz ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

O lúpus é uma doença autoimune crônica com sintomas que impactam o cotidiano. Ele é confundido com frequência com outras patologias, o que atrasa o diagnóstico. O lúpus eritematoso sistêmico (LES) é uma das formas mais comuns e pode afetar a pele, as articulações, os rins, os pulmões, o coração e o cérebro, causando sintomas como cansaço, dores articulares, febre, manchas na pele e sensibilidade à luz solar.  Taíssa Stivanin, da RFI em Paris Nas doenças autoimunes, o sistema imunológico passa a atacar células e tecidos saudáveis do próprio organismo. No caso do lúpus, esse processo gera inflamações que podem atingir diferentes órgãos e sistemas. De acordo com a reumatologista Luciana Seguro, integrante da Comissão de Lúpus da Sociedade Brasileira de Reumatologia e do Grupo Latino-Americano de Estudo do Lúpus, especialistas defendem que a patologia não seja considerada uma única doença, mas uma síndrome. “Cada paciente apresenta manifestações diferentes. Essa compreensão também reforça a necessidade de uma abordagem individualizada. O paciente deve ser avaliado para receber um tratamento personalizado”, diz a especialista. O lúpus erimatoso cutâneo ocorre com mais frequência em mulheres entre 20 e 40 anos. “É muito comum haver inflamação na pele. Existem pacientes que apresentam apenas a forma cutânea da doença. Essa manifestação pode ocorrer de forma isolada ou estar associada ao lúpus eritematoso sistêmico”, explica Luciana Seguro. Mas a doença pode afetar qualquer órgão e se manifestar de diversas maneiras, provocando queda de cabelo, inflamação nos pulmões, convulsões, formigamentos e, mais raramente, manifestações intestinais, como diarreia. Também são comuns anemia e redução das taxas de glóbulos brancos e plaquetas no sangue, diz a reumatologista. A mineira Katiuscia Francieli, de Indianópolis (MG), começou a sentir os primeiros sintomas da doença há 14 anos, aos 24 anos. As dores eram intensas, e ela passou a ter dificuldades para realizar movimentos simples. Após consultar um reumatologista e realizar exames, descobriu que tinha um distúrbio de coagulação sanguínea, mas não tinha lúpus, de acordo com a avaliação dos especialistas na época. “Continuei sentindo muita dor, e isso passou a limitar minha rotina e as atividades do dia a dia, inclusive os cuidados com a casa. As crises eram intensas e frequentes, o que me levou a procurar atendimento hospitalar várias vezes para receber medicação", diz. Com o tempo, alguns médicos passaram a sugerir que os seus sintomas tinham "origem emocional", conta. "Em determinado momento, acabei acreditando nisso também: que tudo poderia estar relacionado ao meu estado emocional ou até ser algo da minha cabeça”, descreve Katiusca. “Foram anos vivendo essa situação, voltando com frequência ao hospital, sem uma explicação definitiva para o que estava acontecendo.” Os sintomas pioraram e, além das dores nas articulações, ela passou a perder cabelo e ter manchas roxas na pele. Suas dores também ficaram cada vez mais intensas. “Tinha muitas limitações. Quando eu ia pedalar, colocava o pé no chão e caía. Minha mão não conseguia mais segurar as coisas. Eu não tinha mais nenhuma destreza nos movimentos.” Após novas consultas, o diagnóstico foi confirmado em dezembro de 2024. Com o início do tratamento, ela melhorou e agora leva uma vida normal. “Hoje eu tenho qualidade de vida, convivo muito bem com o tratamento. Recuperei minha massa muscular, que havia perdido durante os períodos mais graves da doença, e recobrei a força que não tinha”, conta. O que provoca lúpus? As pesquisas ainda não identificaram os gatilhos da doença. No entanto, predisposição genética, fatores hormonais e ambientais, como tabagismo e exposição solar, estão associados ao desenvolvimento do lúpus. “O paciente tende a apresentar novamente os tipos de inflamação que já teve antes. Por isso o diagnóstico precoce é importante, para dar início, rapidamente, a um tratamento adequado. De modo geral, é nos primeiros cinco anos que podem aparecer novas manifestações do lúpus. Depois disso, quando a doença volta, o mais comum é que ela se apresente da mesma forma que ocorreu inicialmente.” O lúpus pode ser controlado com diagnóstico precoce, que requer exames como o FAN (fator antinuclear). O teste ajuda a identificar a presença de autoanticorpos, produzidos pelo organismo contra estruturas das próprias células. A avaliação do quadro clínico do paciente também é essencial. “O diagnóstico do lúpus depende da combinação entre um quadro clínico sugestivo e a identificação de autoanticorpos, já que se trata de uma doença autoimune”, resume a reumatologista. “Nessa condição, o organismo produz anticorpos contra estruturas do próprio corpo, em vez de direcioná-los apenas à defesa contra agentes externos. O exame de FAN é utilizado como teste de triagem e está positivo em praticamente todos os pacientes com lúpus eritematoso sistêmico”, diz. Mas seu resultado isolado não é suficiente para confirmar o diagnóstico: uma parcela da população sem lúpus também pode apresentar FAN positivo, o que torna fundamental a interpretação do exame em conjunto com os sinais clínicos e outros testes laboratoriais, como a dosagem do complemento, especialmente C3 e C4”, explica a médica. Já existem pesquisas que investigam os efeitos do tratamento na fase pré-clínica da doença, ou seja, antes do aparecimento dos sintomas. “Alguns grupos de pesquisa estudam justamente a fase pré-clínica do lúpus, quando o paciente apresenta alterações imunológicas e autoanticorpos, mas ainda não desenvolveu sintomas da doença", esclarece a reumatologista. "Não há evidências conclusivas de que o tratamento nessa fase modifique a evolução do quadro, mas essa é uma hipótese que vem sendo investigada”, aponta a médica. O tratamento para controlar a doença inclui o uso de corticoides, imunossupressores e outras moléculas.

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Nikhil Mehra and Aadit Kapadia about the recently concluded tour of India to England and Ireland, where the Indian team lost all T20 internationals and the ODI series 2-1. Follow Aadit: X: @ask0704 X: @TweetinderKaul #gautamgambhir #rohitsharma #viratkohli #indiavsengland #teamindia #bcci ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

U ovoj epizodi Netokracijina podcasta razgovaramo s Hennom Virkkunen, izvršnom potpredsjednicom Europske komisije za tehnološki suverenitet, sigurnost i demokraciju, te Stefanom Martinićem, odvjetnikom i članom Nadzornog odbora CroAI-ja.Dio ove epizode je sponzoriran. Intervju s europskom povjerenicom donosimo u suradnji s Predstavništvom Europske komisije u Hrvatskoj.Dotaknuli smo se globalne AI utrke, europskog tehnološkog suvereniteta, kineskog pristupa razvoju umjetne inteligencije, provedbe AI Acta u Hrvatskoj te planova Europske komisije za jačanje europskog tehnološkog ekosustava._______________0:00 - Tko kontrolira AI? 2:03 - Kina i AI 6:00 - DeepSeek i posjet 9:00 - Hardver ili softver? 11:00 - Primjena AI regulacije 14:00 - Regulacija prema riziku 16:00 - SAD, Kina i Europa 18:00 - Hrvatski zakon o AI-ju 21:00 - Što Hrvatskoj treba dalje 24:00 - Kontinentalno i anglosaksonsko pravo 27:00 - Pravo i tehnologija koja se mijenja 29:00 - Regulatorni sandbox 32:07 - Predstavljanje gošće Henne Virkkunen 33:00 - Tehnološki suverenitet i geopolitika 45:00 - Digitalno vlasništvo na PlayStationu 48:00 - AI u ransomware napadu 49:00 - AI pronalazi stare bugove 50:00 - Steam vs PlayStation 51:00 - Završne misli_______________

Mōrena! E whai ake nei, coming up on your Tuesday Breakfast show with Rosetta and Milly: Political Commentary with Lara Greaves, Ready Steady Learn with Litong Chen, Short Player, Prizes, and more! Whakarongo mai nei! Thanks to eighthirty coffee roasters!

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Tushar Gupta about the economic crisis in Punjab. Since the year 2000, Punjab and its economy have been on a downward spiral. They will also talk about the other major crisis of Punjab, i.e the crisis of leadership. Punjabis do not have a leader that they can trust. Follow them: X: @Tushar15_ Substack: https://politypolicy.substack.com/ Website: https://politypolicy.com/ Tool: https://politypolicy.com/SpendingByType Tool: https://politypolicy.com/SpendingByFunction Tool: https://politypolicy.com/StateFiscalMatrix Tool: https://politypolicy.com/StateFiscalHeadToHead Other content you can read or watch to understand the economic crisis in Punjab: 1. https://share.google/9VKqqvhmlI7TDndVs 2. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chandigarh/agri-industry-drag-punjab-growth-to-6-1-below-india-average/articleshow/129285921.cms 3. https://theprint.in/opinion/punjabs-green-revolution-era-success-is-long-over-four-factors-now-constrain-its-economy/2185653/ 4. https://manochaopinion.substack.com/p/what-went-wrong-with-punjab 5. https://youtu.be/tjD-zCfhspo?si=4o8Ti-0UwL4w5q-i 6. https://swarajyamag.com/politics/whichever-way-this-protest-ends-the-loser-will-be-the-farmer-of-punjab 7. https://indianexpress.com/article/chandigarh/punjab-aap-government-free-electricity-power-subsidy-welfare-schemes-debt-10787427/ #satluj #diljitdosanjh #khalistan #kpsgill #punjab ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

In this episode of Tank Talks, host Matt Cohen sits down with Paul Ziadé, CEO and co-founder of North Vector Dynamics, a Calgary-based company building full-spectrum precision missile systems for Canada and its allies. A former tenured professor at the University of Calgary turned defence entrepreneur, Paul brings a deeply personal and historically literate perspective to the Canadian defence landscape. He shares his family's story of displacement from Lebanon and Armenia, and how that legacy of resilience informs his mission to build a sovereign missile capability for Canada.Paul offers a frank assessment of Canada's defence complacency, arguing that the culture of risk-aversion is “upstream of everything.” He explains why the obsession with “dual-use” investing is holding the country back, why pure-play defence innovation is critical, and how startups like his can deliver capability faster than the traditional 10-year procurement cycle. He also breaks down the massive opportunity presented by the Golden Dome NORAD modernization and why Canada must participate not just as a buyer, but as an active builder.Whether you're a defence founder navigating the Canadian ecosystem, an investor trying to understand the shift in risk capital, or a policy wonk watching the Arctic heat up, Paul Ziade delivers the kind of straight talk that cuts through the noise.From Civil War to Canadian Soil (00:01:20)* Paul's upbringing as the child of Lebanese-Armenian immigrants who fled civil war and genocide.* How his parents' appreciation for Canada's peace and rule of law instilled a deep sense of responsibility.* The household rule: “Laziness was never an option” , competitive soccer, piano, student government, and French schooling.The Kennedy Space Center Spark (00:04:00)* How a grade 10 family trip to the Kennedy Space Center “lit the fuse” for his obsession with rocketry.* Touching the Saturn V and realizing what human ingenuity could achieve.* Why he needed a strong goal to anchor his focus and drive.Academia to Entrepreneurship (00:05:38)* Why he left a tenured professorship after 10 years at the University of Calgary.* The mindset shift: moving from committee-driven, overthinking academic life to the velocity and action-mentality of startups.* How academia trained him to be a better communicator, but startup life gave him instant feedback on every decision.The North Vector Vision (00:08:53)* The mission: precision missile systems on every continent protecting allies and Canada.* Full-spectrum air defence , from low-and-slow drones to hypersonic threats.* Assembling the “Avengers” team from his university labs, including co-founders Craig (aerospace research chair) and Colin (former TA).The Supply Chain Blind Spot (00:10:36)* Canada's massive gap in energetics , from solid rocket motors to warheads, and upstream chemical synthesis (RDX, HMX, C4 propellants).* Why “vertically integrated” doesn't always mean what people think.* The need for government signals to encourage private companies to take the risk and spool up.Defence Investing: Then vs. Now (00:14:48)* In 2022, no one wanted to look at North Vector , squeamishness around defence was rampant.* The gap between the narrative and reality on the ground in Canada.* Why most Canadian investors are still obsessed with “dual-use” investing, which Paul argues is historically misguided.The Dual-Use Delusion (00:29:31)* The problem with forcing every defence tech to have a civilian application.* Historical examples: GPS (missile guidance), duct tape (waterproof ammunition sealing).* The parallel to basic science , pure math and quantum mechanics funded with no immediate application, yet yielding enormous real-world benefits.Canada vs. The U.S. (00:18:43)* Honest admission: it's easier to build defence tech south of the border.* Why North Vector chose to stay in Canada despite the friction.* Canada as a “frontier market” , a massive opportunity for those willing to build.* The debt of gratitude to the country that gave his family refuge.ACDC & The 70% Target (00:21:20)* Paul co-chairs the Alliance of Canadian Defence Companies (ACDC) , now nearly 200 members.* The goal: champion Canadian-owned, Canadian-controlled companies and advocate for fast contracts.* Holding the government accountable to the Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) without displacing primes.In-Q-Tel & The Culture Shift (00:23:16)* What a Canadian version of In-Q-Tel would need to get right.* The critical need: give delegated authorities permission to take risks and accept failure as part of the process.* Moving money out the door faster to small, scrappy startups that could win big.The Golden Dome Opportunity (00:27:13)* Canada's lack of commitment to NORAD modernization and the Golden Dome.* The upside: a $500B–$1.2T opportunity.* Paul's proposed win-win: “Give Trump the $61B win, but ensure $40B goes to Canadian firms.”* How Canada can participate as an active builder, not just a buyer.About Paul ZiadéPaul Ziadé is the CEO and co-founder of North Vector Dynamics, a Calgary-based company building full-spectrum precision missile systems for Canada and its allies. A former tenured professor at the University of Calgary, Paul holds deep expertise in high-speed propulsion and aerodynamics, having spent over a decade in academia before pivoting to the startup world. He is also the co-chair of the Alliance of Canadian Defence Companies (ACDC) , advocating for Canadian-owned, Canadian-controlled defence firms. A first-generation Canadian with roots in Lebanon and Armenia, Paul brings a historically literate perspective to national security and the urgent need for Canada to build sovereign defence capability.Connect with Paul Ziadé on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-ziade/Visit North Vector Dynamics' website: https://www.northvectordynamics.com/Learn more about ACDC: https://www.alliancecanada.com/Connect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. 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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Canadian journalist Sameer Kaushal about what happened to the Hindus of Punjab. Punjabi history is often reduced to just one panth, i.e Sikhs. But the history of Punjab is incomplete without Hindus. Also, what did the Khalistanis do to the Hindus of Punjab? Follow them: X: @itssamonline YouTube: https://t.co/R4UtONc7Lg #satluj #diljitdosanjh #khalistan #kpsgill #punjab ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Sanjay Lazar about the movie Satluj and the controversy surrounding it. Is the movie a one-sided narrative? Does the movie eulogise Khalistanis? Did the ban help the movie? Follow them: X: @sjlazars #satluj #diljitdosanjh #khalistan #kpsgill #punjab ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

Većina startupa sanja o tome da jednog dana dobije velikog enterprise klijenta. Fonua je krenula upravo suprotno – od prvog dana gradila je proizvod za najveće svjetske kompanije poput Netflixa, Bookinga i Canve. U ovoj epizodi razgovarali smo s Davorom Tremcem, suosnivačem i CEO-om Fonue, o tome kako izgleda prodaja enterprise softvera, zašto su network i povjerenje važniji od samog proizvoda te zašto founder mora stalno učiti nova "pravila igre"._______________00:00 Hrvatski startup koji radi za Netflix i Booking01:12 Problem koji Fonoa rješava diljem svijeta05:55 Zašto su krenuli od najvećih klijenata10:35 Kako su prodali rješenje Uberu17:15 Zašto je network važniji od proizvoda22:05 Zašto u Hrvatskoj nema dovoljno enterprise prodavača28:20 Najveći izazov: zapošljavanje32:00 Može li founder ostati CEO?35:30 VC ili bootstrapping?42:05 Kako održavati globalni network48:10 IPO ili nešto drugo?50:35 Što je sljedeći veliki cilj Fonoe?_______________

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Tushar Gupta about the fiscal reality of Indian states. They use a tool developed by Tushar himself to analyse various parameters and conduct a comparative analysis of Indian states. Follow them: X: @Tushar15_ Substack: https://politypolicy.substack.com/ Website: https://politypolicy.com/ Tool: https://politypolicy.com/SpendingByType Tool: https://politypolicy.com/SpendingByFunction Tool: https://politypolicy.com/StateFiscalMatrix Tool: https://politypolicy.com/StateFiscalHeadToHead #economy #fiscaldeficit #politics #socialmedia ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Kushan Mitra and Tushar Gupta about E20 again. The controversy has erupted again. What is the truth about E20? What practical solutions can the government adopt? Follow them: X: @Tushar15_ Twitter: @kushanmitra Articles: https://theprint.in/author/kushan-mitra/ Substack: https://politypolicy.substack.com/ #e20 #e20petrol #electriccars #hybridcars #ethanolblending #nitingadkari ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Darshan Maharaja about the recent news reports where the FBI, in a joint operation called Operation Hard Ball in Canada, Europe, India and Mexico by arresting 24 subjects and charging 37 individuals connected to three India-based Khalistani transnational organized crime groups, with charges including racketeering, extortion, narcotics trafficking, and multiple targeted killings - including even the 2023 assassination in Canada of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Follow them: X: @TheophanesRex #markcarney #narendramodi #khalistan #canadianpoli #donaldtrump #racism #remigration #massimmigration ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Abhijit Iyer-Mitra about Track 2 diplomacy. What is its purpose? Who does it help? What has Track 2 diplomacy achieved in terms of tangible, measurable achievements in the India-Pakistan back-channel talks? Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Follow Them: Abhijit: @Iyervval #operationsindoor #pakistan #track2diplomacy #islamism #rss ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

Postoji li novi AI model koji bi mogao ozbiljno uzdrmati OpenAI i Anthropic? U ovoj epizodi Netokracijinog podcasta razgovarali smo o kineskom modelu GLM-2 koji je iznenadio performansama, nižim troškovima i sve glasnijim upozorenjima da AI utrka ulazi u novu fazu. Dotaknuli smo se i nove inicijative Ujedinjenih naroda koja pokušava usmjeriti razvoj umjetne inteligencije prije nego što ga industrija potpuno preuzme._______________0:00 Novi DeepSeek trenutak? Kina ponovno prijeti AI divovima1:35 Kako je GLM-2 uzdrmao Silicijsku dolinu4:10 Šest puta jeftiniji od konkurencije?6:40 Zašto developeri sve više gledaju prema Kini8:05 Hoće li sigurnost podataka zaustaviti kineske AI modele?10:00 Ujedinjeni narodi žele preuzeti AI regulaciju12:15 Može li regulativa pratiti razvoj AI-ja?_______________

Air Date: 7/4/2026 Today we examine what America has celebrated for 250 years and what it keeps refusing to look at. The Declaration promised government by the consent of the governed, but the Constitution protected slavery, concentrated power in elites, and left the definition of "the people" deliberately vague. Every generation inherits that same unresolved contradiction and has to address it for themselves. Full Show Notes Transcript Be part of the show! Leave a voice message, message us on Signal at the handle bestoftheleft.01, or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Use our links to shop Bookshop.org and Libro.fm for a non-evil book and audiobook purchasing experience! Join our Discord community! TOP TAKES KP 1: The Constitution's Preamble, Plain and Powerful - Civics In A Year - Air Date 10-9-25 KP 2: Trump 250 Gala Grows More Humiliating as Fox Grapples with Low Turnout - THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent - Air Date 6-26-26 KP 3: Thom Hartmann -The Myth of Corporate Personhood - Brave New Foundation - Air Date 3-3-10 KP 4: The Constitution (Melissa's Version) - Strict Scrutiny - Air Date 5-11-26 KP 5: The Declaration of Independence and Democracy Renovation Part 1 - Democracy Works - Air Date 4-6-26 KP 6: America's 250th Birthday Must Reckon with Racism, Historian Says - Here & Now Anytime - Air Date 6-19-26 (00:52:07) NOTE FROM THE EDITOR America's Birthday Lie: The Constitution Didn't Promise Democracy My commentaries on YouTube - Share them! DEEPER DIVES (01:10:03) SECTION A: FOUNDING IDEAS A1: Promote The General Welfare - Siena and Toast The Podcast - Air Date 11-18-2020 A2: The Ideas at the Heart of the Declaration and the Constitution Part 1 - We the People - Air Date 6-25-26 A3: Bill of Rights Institute's Tony Williams & David Bobb on America 250 Part 1 - The Takeout with Major Garrett - Air Date 6-16-26 A4: Ep.289 Divided Over the Declaration How an Enduring Debate Sustains the Vision of America with Author Tony Williams 480 - Constitutional Chats Presented By Constituting America - Air Date 2-13-26 A5: Bill of Rights Institute's Tony Williams & David Bobb on America 250 Part 2 - The Takeout with Major Garrett - Air Date 6-16-26 (01:47:48) SECTION B: RACE & RECKONING B1: The Fantasy of America at 250 Part 1 - On the Media - Air Date 6-26-26 B2: The Ideas at the Heart of the Declaration and the Constitution Part 2 - We the People - Air Date 6-25-26 B3: The Fantasy of America at 250 Part 2 - On the Media - Air Date 6-26-26 (02:21:00) SECTION C: PRESENT CRISIS C1: Trump V. The Constitution - What A Day - Air Date 5-5-26 C2: 250 Years On, Can Democracy Hold (with Joanne Freeman) Part 1 - Stay Tuned with Preet - Air Date 6-25-26 C3: Tom Nichols Trump's Speech Was Pure TRASH - Bulwark Podcast - Air Date 6-25-26 C4: 250 Years On, Can Democracy Hold (with Joanne Freeman) Part 2 - Stay Tuned with Preet - Air Date 6-25-26 (03:01:39) SECTION D: CAPTURE & RENOVATION D1: Buckley V. Valeo Part 1 - 5-4 - Air Date 7-7-20 D2: The Declaration of Independence and Conditions for Democratic Flourishing - Stanford Legal - Air Date 6-23-26 D3: Buckley V. Valeo Part 2 - 5-4 - Air Date 7-7-20 D4: The Declaration of Independence and Democracy Renovation Part 2 - Democracy Works - Air Date 4-6-26 D5: The Declaration of Independence and Conditions for Democratic Flourishing Part 2 - Stanford Legal - Air Date 6-23-26   Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Listen Anywhere! BestOfTheLeft.com/Listen Follow BotL: Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | X Like at Facebook.com/BestOfTheLeft Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com

Three years ago, Scott Dicker of SPINS joined us on Episode #082 of the PricePlow Podcast to talk creatine, collagen, and where sports nutrition was heading next. On Episode #224, Scott returns to grade his own predictions and dig into everything that’s changed since February 2023. The report card is mostly great news for Scott. Creatine’s move into cognitive health and older demographics played out almost exactly as he called it, hydration supplements kept climbing even as ready-to-drink sports drinks flattened out, and Red Bull is still the top-selling energy drink despite years of Celsius, Alani, Ghost, and C4 taking share. Scott, Mike, and Ben also cover where his 2023 calls needed adjusting, from ashwagandha’s staying power to pre-workout’s real exposure to energy drinks. From there, the conversation moves into new territory: the creatine gummy boom, GLP-1 ripple effects on weight management and protein, precision fermentation’s push into alternative dairy proteins, and Scott’s fresh picks for the next ingredients to watch. https://blog.priceplow.com/podcast/kaitlyn-kenna-smith-223 Video: Scott Dicker of SPINS Grades His 2023 Supplement Trend Predictions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDaC4LVirBk Detailed Show Notes: Scott Dicker Returns After 3 Years of SPINS Supplement Trend Predictions (0:00) – Introductions (2:00) – Grading the Creatine Call Three Years Later (3:30) – Sports Nutrition as the Testing Ground for Mainstream Trends (8:00) – Hydration Shifts From Ready-to-Drink to Ready-to-Mix (11:15) – Energy Drinks Continue Eating Into Pre-Workout Occasions (16:30) – Red Bull Still Reigns, But the Perception Game Has Changed (19:30) – Premium Pricing Reshapes the Creatine Category (22:45) – Creatine Gummies Go From Novelty to Mainstream (25:45) – Better Formats Win: Soft Chews and the Push for Stability (27:15) – Delivery Formats and the Rise of “Permissible Indulgence” (30:45) – L-Theanine and the Hunt for Stim-Free Alternatives (37:30) – Kava, Caffeine Modulation, and the New Wave of Session Drinks (42:45) – Why “Natural Flavors” on the Label Isn’t Enough Anymore (48:15) – GLP-1s Reshape Weight Management and Create New Companion Categories (52:15) – Active Lifestyle Meets Natural and Organic: A Consumer Venn Diagram (59:15) – Cognizin, Health Span, and Winning the AI Search Era (1:01:45) – Horseshoe Theory: How Niche Trends Find the Mainstream (1:04:45) – Precision Fermentation’s Long Game for Alternative Proteins (1:11:15) – Ice Cream and the Challenge of Refrigerated Snacking (1:13:30) – Are Functional Ingredients Welcome in Snacks? (1:16:00) – Is Fiber the New Protein? (1:19:30) – Scott’s Playbook for Spotting the Next Mainstream Ingredient (1:25:15) – Why Cognizin Became the Model for Ingredient Partnerships (1:27:30) – The ZMA Comeback and Mike’s Mineral Preferences (1:29:15) – Wrap-Up and Where to Find Scott and SPINS Where to Follow and Learn More Connect with Scott Dicker and SPINS LinkedIn: Scott Dicker LinkedIn: SPINS … Read more on the PricePlow Blog

Hello Listners and viewers of Good Morning BSS World podcast. In this episode I welcome Ilona Olszak, Managing Director of Clearsulting Poland, and Tim Nicholls, EMEA President at Clearsulting, for an insightful discussion on one of the most overlooked but increasingly strategic areas of modern finance: Intercompany management.As we can observe - organizations continue to expand globally, finance leaders face growing complexity across legal entities, ERP systems, tax regulations and operating models. Why has Intercompany become a top priority for CFOs? Why do so many organizations still rely on manual processes? And how can Global Business Services (GBS), Shared Services and Global Capability Centers (GCCs) take ownership of this transformation?During our talk my guests explain how standardization, governance, automation and AI are changing the future of Intercompany operations. They also discuss the role of technology beyond ERP systems, the importance of building an Intercompany Center of Excellence, and practical first steps for organizations starting their transformation journey.Whether you are a CFO, Finance Director, GBS leader, Shared Services executive, GCC professional or finance transformation expert, this episode offers valuable insights into improving efficiency, strengthening controls and preparing finance organizations for the AI era.Topics covered:• Why Intercompany is now a strategic priority• The biggest challenges in Intercompany processes• The role of GBS and GCCs• Automation, AI and technology beyond ERP• Governance and global operating models• Building an Intercompany Center of Excellence• Practical advice for starting an Intercompany transformationSubscribe to Good Morning BSS World for more conversations with global business leaders shaping the future of Business Services, Finance Transformation and Digital Operations.  Links:Ilona Olszak on Linkedin – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilona-olszak-711b063b/Tim Nicholls on Linkedin – https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-nicholls-ab025536/Clearsulting - https://www.clearsulting.com/  ****************************  My name is Wiktor Doktór and on daily basis I run Pro Progressio Club - https://proprogressio.com/en/activity/pro-progressio-club/1 - it's a community of many private companies and public sector organizations that care about the development of business relations in the B2B model. In the Good Morning BSS World podcast, apart from solo episodes, I share interviews with experts and specialists from global BPO/GBS industry.If you want to learn more about me, please visit my social media channels:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/wiktordoktorHere is also link to the English podcasts Playlist - https://bit.ly/GoodMorningBSSWorldPodcastYTLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktordoktorYou can also write to me. My email address is - kontakt(@) wiktordoktor.pl  ****************************  This Podcast is supported by Patrons:Marzena Sawicka https://www.linkedin.com/in/marzena-sawicka-a9644a23/Przemysław Sławiński https://www.linkedin.com/in/przemys%C5%82aw-s%C5%82awi%C5%84ski-155a4426/Damian Ruciński https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-ruci%C5%84ski/Szymon Kryczka https://www.linkedin.com/in/szymonkryczka/Grzegorz Ludwin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gludwin/Adam Furmańczuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-agilino/Anna Czyż - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-czyz-%F0%9F%94%B5%F0%9F%94%B4%F0%9F%9F%A2-68597813/Igor Tkach - https://www.linkedin.com/in/igortkach/Damian Wróblewski – https://www.linkedin.com/in/damianwroblewski/Paweł Łopatka - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pawellopatka/Ewelina Szindler – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewelina-szindler-zarz%C4%85dzanie-mark%C4%85-osobist%C4%85-0497a0212/Wiktor Doktór Jr - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktor-dokt%C3%B3r-jr-916297188/Agata Stolarz - https://www.linkedin.com/in/agata-stolarz/  Once you listen, give a like, subscribe and join Patrons of Good Morning BSS World as well. Here are two links to do so:Patronite - https://patronite.pl/wiktordoktor  Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/wiktordoktor Or if you liked this episode and would like to buy me virtual coffee, you can use this link https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wiktordoktor - by doing so you support the growth and distribution of this podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-morning-bss-world--4131868/support.

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Ramprasad about the a gigantic Indian problem i.e civic sense. Can we teach civic sense? If yes, what is the best method? This podcast is in light of the horrific road accident in Saharanpur (UP) on the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway. Follow them: X: @ramprasad_c Website: ramprasad.org #caraccident #civisense #expresswayaccident ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

In this podcast, Kushal and Tushar discuss the problem of click farming. Is clickbait content creation making us smarter? Is it adding value overall to the information ladnscape? Or is it making us all stupid and agitated? Follow them: X: @Tushar15_ Substack: https://politypolicy.substack.com/ #clickbait #fakenews #politics #socialmedia ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

As a holistic and functional psychiatrist, I see many people who are highly sensitive. Most are deep divers into information and able to connect a lot of dots. Many are gifted. Many struggle with overwhelm and low stress tolerance. Some struggled with anxiety, inner tension, or feeling “too much” for as long as they can remember. Some feel different - that they don't fit in.As a holistic and functional psychiatrist with over twenty years in practice, I've worked with thousands of highly sensitive adults and children. Most are deep divers into information, able to connect a lot of dots — many are gifted. And yet many struggle with overwhelm, low stress tolerance, anxiety, or inner tension that has been there for as long as they can remember. Many feel different, like they don't quite fit in. What I've found is that sensitivity itself is rarely the problem — it's the seeming vulnerability to brain-related or physical conditions. Over the years I've found three different models to be especially useful in explaining some of the vulnerabilities and the strengths of those of us who are highly sensitive: Dr. Elaine Aron's work on the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), the nutritional medicine concept of Pyrrole Disorder, and Dr. Sharon Meglathery's RCCX Theory. Each looks at a similar group of traits through a different lens — psychological, biochemical, and genetic, respectively.Before I start, I want to emphasize that sensitivity is not a pathology or a diagnosis. It is actually a trait that has existed across human history for a reason. My goal is not to pathologize it, but to understand it — and to offer tools to those who have these traits but who are struggling with a condition more prevalent in those with these traits. As I go through these three frameworks, the overlap will be obvious and I'll highlight what each of these has to offer that the others don't.What You'll Learn* The HSP model provides validation and a language for sensitive individuals.* Pyrrole Disorder involves an overproduction of pyrroles, leading to nutrient depletion of nutrients critical for neurotransmitter functioning.* Pyrrole Disorder is common in brain-related conditions.* RCCX Theory connects genetic vulnerabilities to sensitivity and chronic illness.* Stress amplifies the experiences of highly sensitive individuals.* Understanding these models can lead to effective treatment options.* There are meaningful paths forward for those who are highly sensitive.Chapters* 00:00 Understanding High Sensitivity* 02:26 The Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) Model* 10:23 Exploring Pyrrole Disorder* 18:18 RCCX Theory Explained* 30:11 Intersecting Models: HSP, Pyrrole Disorder & RCCX Theory* 34:40 Conclusion and Path ForwardI. THE HIGHLY SENSITIVE PERSONIn the early 1990s, psychologist Dr. Elaine Aron identified a personality trait she called Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS) — and the people who score high in it she called Highly Sensitive Persons, or HSPs.This is not a diagnosis. It is a trait, present in roughly 15–20% of the population. It has been found across more than 100 species — from fruit flies to primates. This tells us it is evolutionarily conserved — it confers survival advantages. In any social group, having members who are wired to notice subtle cues, process information deeply, and detect threats before others do is extremely valuable. Fitting with this, many of these individuals, who also struggle with complex chronic health issues are considered the “canaries in the coal mine” since their bodies react to environmental triggers (environmental toxins, chemicals, or stressors) long before the rest of the population.Dr. Aron captured the core features of this trait in an acronym she called DOES:D — Depth of processing: HSPs think deeply, reflect before acting, and notice subtleties that others miss.O — Overstimulation: Because they process so thoroughly, HSPs reach their threshold more quickly in high-stimulation environments.E — Emotional reactivity and Empathy: HSPs feel emotions intensely and are highly attuned to the emotions of those around them.S — Sensitivity to subtle stimuli: They pick up on things — in their environment, in social dynamics, in the body — that others simply don't register.As you can see, traits that are super powers, can become liabilities. The deep diver who loses sight of the big picture. The empath who absorbs everyone else's energy as their own energy becomes depleted. The person who withdraws from the world because the stimulation has simply become too much.HSP ResearchBeyond the clinical observations, there is now a growing body of neuroscience and genetic research supporting this trait. There is evidence that the brains of sensitive people are doing more, processing more and feeling more.fMRI studies (Acevedo, Aron et al., 2014) have shown that when HSPs view emotional images — particularly photos of loved ones expressing happiness or sadness — their brains show significantly greater activation in regions associated with awareness, empathy, and sensory integration.Twin studies show that Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS) as defined by Dr. Aron is approximately 47% heritable. Small studies as opposed to large genome wide studies have focused on genetic variants involving dopamine and serotonin systems, such as a serotonin transport gene, a dopamine receptor gene, and COMT, which codes for the enzyme that metabolizes dopamine and norepinephrine.While this hints at a biochemical dimension, the HSP framework doesn't address this as directly as the other two models I'll discuss, nor does it explain the higher prevalence of physical health conditions in those who are highly sensitive.Research published in 2026 (Matsuzawa et al.) found that individuals high in SPS had substantially higher rates of depression (13.8%), anxiety disorder (10.5%), and developmental disorders, such as ADHD and ASD, compared to the general population.Despite this overlap with developmental disorders: unlike, ADHD, HSPs typically have excellent concentration in quiet environments. And unlike the social deficits described in ASD, HSPs tend to have heightened social attunement. They often feel too much of what's happening in social situations, not too little, even if they respond awkwardly at times.Research shows that high sensory processing sensitivity is associated with more frequent physical symptoms — back pain, fatigue, digestive issues, frequent illness.What This Framework OffersThe HSP model has given millions of people validation and a language for these traits that has allowed them to shift from “what is wrong with me” to “this is how I am wired.”It also offers an evolutionary reframe. High sensitivity is not a mistake and is not pathologic. It is a feature of the human population that has served us.What it doesn't offer is a biological explanation for why some sensitive people suffer so acutely — or a path toward biochemical intervention. II. PYRROLE DISORDERPyrrole disorder is a biochemical imbalance that has been recognized for decades, though it remains largely unknown in mainstream psychiatry. It involves an overproduction of pyrroles — metabolic byproducts that, on their own, are not a problem. When they are high, however, they can result in a depletion of zinc, B6 and a few other nutrients.First identified in the 1950s and first treated with zinc and B6 in the 1980s, pyrrole disorder is one of the most common nutrient imbalances found in brain-related conditions — and one of the most treatable. Yet most people who have it have never heard of it. I learned about pyrroles in 2014 when I first trained with the Walsh Research Institute.The Importance of Zinc, B6 & MagnesiumVitamin B6 is required to synthesize dopamine, serotonin, and GABA — three of the most critical neurotransmitters for mood regulation, anxiety, and stress response. Zinc plays a profound role in the central nervous system, the immune system, gastrointestinal tract (which we now know has its own significant influence on brain health) and connective tissue (joints and skin).Pyrrole Disorder Traits & SymptomsThe most consistent feature is low stress tolerance. People with elevated pyrroles are often described as those for whom life seems harder than it should be, every transition can be destabilizing and every large group or new environment feels like too much.The overlap with the HSP profile is striking, but here, we start to see not only traits, but symptoms.- Socially anxious, shy, or fearful since childhood, with severe inner tension- Sensitive to bright light, loud noises, textures, and odors- Avoids crowds, strangers, and new situations- History of reading difficulty- Poor short-term memory- Underachievement- Irritability, mood swings, bouts of depression- Tends to stay up late; little or no dream recall; morning nausea- White spots on fingernails; very dry skin; stretch marks; poor wound healing- Joint pain- Frequent infections or autoimmune tendenciesMost people with pyrrole disorder don't have all of these symptoms — but the inner tension, the high sensitivity, and low stress intolerance are very common.What the Data ShowsThe Walsh Research Institute has collected data on over 30,000 patients. Elevated pyrroles were found in:* 18% of those with ADHD* 24% of those with depression* 28% of those with behavioral disorders* 35% of those with autism* 35% of those with bipolar disorder* 30% of those with schizophrenia* 12% of those with PTSDAnd in only 8% of healthy controls — meaning those with no psychiatric diagnosis.What Causes Pyrrole Disorder?For many, there appears to be a genetic component, but for others, pyrroles appear to have increased due to high physiologic or emotional stress. Examples include candida overgrowth or other forms of gut microbial imbalances, mold toxicity, heavy metals, chemical exposures, illness, emotional trauma, major life transitions or even growth spurts in children.What This Framework Brings UsRelative to the HSP framework, an understanding of pyrroles gives a specific, treatable biological mechanism. When zinc, B6, Magnesium and other nutrients are depleted, we know how the brain's neurotransmitter functioning is affected — and we know what to do about it.Treatment from a Walsh Research Institute trained practitioner typically involves a nutrient protocol of zinc (based on zinc and copper testing), B6 or its active form P5P, and other nutrients for pyrrole disorder and other nutrient imbalances identified. For many patients, a lifetime of chronic inner tension and fearfulness begins to shift within days to a couple of weeks of starting the nutrients.Treatment doesn't change one's personality, but it can improve social discomfort, overwhelm, the anxiety, the depression that has been layered on top of that sensitivity.Where zinc deficiency can impact a lot of the physical conditions that appear to be more common in those who are hypersensitive, it doesn't fully explain the significant hormonal, inflammatory, connective tissue symptoms and autoimmunity we see in many who are hypersensitive.III. RCCX THEORYRCCX theory has been proposed by Dr. Sharon Meglathery, MD — a psychiatrist and internist whose own complex health history (which is very similar to my own) led her to one of the most compelling explanations I've encountered for why hypersensitivity, neurodivergence, psychiatric conditions, MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome), EDS (Ehlers Danlos Syndrome), POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome) and/or CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) and autoimmunity tend to cluster together in certain individuals and families.RCCX refers to a module of four genes on chromosome 6. Three of them appear to be particularly important to our health, and two of those have very high rates of mutation.The Three Key Genes(1) TNXB codes for a protein involved in connective tissue. Variants range from subtle joint hypermobility to Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. But connective tissue isn't just about joints — it's also about the permeability of the gut-blood barrier, the blood-brain barrier, and vulnerability to upper cervical (neck) instability, which can put tension on the vagus nerve and affect the entire autonomic nervous system.(2) CYP21A2 is the most important gene in the module when it comes to psychiatric conditions. It codes for 21-hydroxylase, an enzyme needed to convert 17-hydroxyprogesterone into cortisol. When there is a mutation — and there can be many, of varying degrees — the body may struggle to meet the demand for cortisol under stress. A weakness on this gene could have two primary effects:First — The theory holds that many people with CYP21A2 mutations, even without hypermobility, may develop what Dr. Meglathery calls a “brain wired for danger” — essentially, a nervous system calibrated toward threat detection from early in life, with minimal trauma required. A mutation on CYP21A2 may essentially result in relatively higher androgens impacting the amygdala — the brain's fear and emotional center. Studies have found that hypermobile individuals (who often carry TNXB mutations) have a larger-than-normal amygdala.Second — because of this mutation, the body may not be able to keep up with the body's need for cortisol (especially when under stress). This deficit causes the brain to release corticotropin releasing hormone (CRH) to signal the adrenal glands to produce more cortisol. CRH binds to mast cells and activates the immune system — leading to secondary brain inflammation. This is the inflammatory pathway that can result in a number of secondary health issues including MCAS, CIRS, POTS, CFS and more.(3) C4 is involved in immune response and autoimmunity, and has been linked to schizophrenia. This gene variant is not as common as the first two referenced, though I do see a number of families who also have autoimmunity impacting multiple family members.The CAPS Psychological ProfileDr. Meglathery uses the term CAPS — CYP21A2 Mutation Associated Neuropsychiatric Spectrum — to describe the psychological profile she has observed in people with this genetic vulnerability. These traits can exist long before any formal psychiatric diagnosis, and they are not inherently pathological. - Anxiety and over-arousal during times of stress — high adrenaline, insomnia, sometimes manic-like characteristics- Under-arousal during low-stress periods — leading to ADD presentations, compulsive behaviors, or thrill-seeking to raise arousal- High emotionality, sensitivity, and reactivity to environmental stimuli- Sensory processing difficulties — typically over-stimulation in loud or chaotic environments- A strong ability to read emotions in others, paired with social awkwardness in response- Easily affected by events others would consider minor — an offhand comment, a disturbing movie- A tendency toward nonconformity- Special abilities: gifted musicians, scientists, creatives, systems thinkers- Hyper-focus and obsession with areas of deep interest, often leading to remarkable accomplishments- High tenacity and determination, when not derailed by overstimulation or past trauma- Strong emotions — positive or negative — that can manifest as obsessional worrying, harm avoidance, OCD tendencies, or very high standards for self and othersDr. Meglathery also notes — and I have observed this clinically — that people with this profile tend to find each other through friendships, partnerships and marriage. They are drawn together by shared sensitivities, emotional depth, and intellectual gifts. This means children are likely to receive a tendency towards CAPS from both sides.Women who are appear to have CYP21A2 mutations often have a male-pattern finger length ratio — the ring finger longer than the index finger — a possible marker of androgen exposure during development.What RCCX OffersRCCX theory offers the broadest biological framework we have for understanding why sensitivity, psychiatric vulnerability, and complex chronic illness so often travel together in the same people and families. It connects the nervous system, the immune system, the hormonal system, and connective tissue under one genetic umbrella.It also points toward specific interventions: nervous system regulation (limbic retraining, vagal work), mast cell management, and addressing the downstream biochemical consequences of cortisol dysregulation.The limitation is that genetic testing for variants on the gene for 21-hydroxylase is not yet widely available, which is why this isn't a gene that you'll see referenced when it comes to HSP, though I would argue it is likely the most prevalent. RCCX remains a clinical theory — but one that explains the constellation of traits and symptoms of most of the people that I in my practiceIV. WHERE THESE MODELS INTERSECTWhere Might Pyrrole Disorder and RCCX Theory Meet?The symptom overlap is almost complete: poor stress tolerance, sensory sensitivities, anxiety, inner tension, connective tissue symptoms, frequent infections, autoimmune tendencies. Relatively low zinc would impact most of these shared symptoms, but there may be a potentially deeper connection.21-hydroxylase contains a pyrrole-like structure — heme — within it. Could a mutation resulting in abnormal 21-hydroxylase lead to a buildup of abnormal heme-like compounds, contributing directly to pyrrole disorder? This is not proven, but in an exchange about this with Dr. Meglathery, she indicated that she also believes there is a strong association, and the biochemical logic is compelling.This matters, because we know what helps pyrrole disorder. We have a treatment — treatment that can complement what RCCX theory makes evident — that the stress response has to be addressed.Stress (again from any cause - physiologic or emotional) is the great amplifier across all three models. Stress worsens the HSP experience, and tips the CYP21A2 mutation from manageable to destabilizing (through the hormonal consequences and the inflammatory cascade) and yes, it even causes pyrroles to increase.BRINGING IT TOGETHERFor someone who is highly sensitive, and struggling with brain related or physical symptoms or conditions, pyrrole disorder and even RCCX theory are worth considering because they offer tools and start to answer, “What Can We Do About It?”The three frameworks work together:The HSP model offers validation and language. It shifts the frame from deficit to difference. It reminds us that sensitivity is not pathology — it is a trait with evolutionary value, and it comes with great strengths.The Pyrrole model offers a treatable nutrient imbalance. It explains, at the neurotransmitter level, why stress hits harder for these individuals. Treatment doesn't take away the sensitivity; it lifts the weight that has accumulated on top of it.The RCCX model offers the broadest systems view. It connects the dots between what the body is doing — the immune activation, the hormonal dysregulation, the connective tissue involvement — and the psychiatric and psychological profile that tends to accompany it. It also provides additional tools: nervous system regulation, mast cell support, hormonal awareness.If any of this resonates — the sensitivity, the inner tension, the feeling of always being at the edge of overwhelm — please know that there are roots to explore and meaningful paths forward.If you are looking for someone trained by the Walsh Research Institute knowledgeable in assessing for and treating pyrrole disorder (and other common nutrient imbalances impacting brain health), or learning more about Dr. Aron's work on HSP and Dr. Meglathery's RCCX theory, I am providing those links below.And as always, I welcome your thoughts, experience and questions.Until next time,CourtneyAbout the AuthorDr. Courtney Snyder MD is a Holistic and Functional Child and Adult Psychiatrist who offers non-patient consultations to individuals and practitioners nationally and internationally in addition to her treatment practice serving FL, IN, KY, OH. Her educational content, shared through her website, Substack Newsletter, the Holistic Psychiatry Podcast and YouTube Channel reaches readers and listeners in over 160 countries.ResourcesWalsh Research Institute: walshinstitute.orgRCCX Theory — Dr. Sharon Meglathery: rccxandillness.comDr. Elaine Aron — The Highly Sensitive Person: hsperson.comOther Sources: Acevedo et al. 2014, “The Highly Sensitive Brain,” Brain & Behavior | Matsuzawa et al. 2026, Psychiatry & Clinical Neurosciences ReportsMedical Disclaimer:This newsletter is for educational purposes and not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment for either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating (if you are a practitioner). Consult your physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This is a public episode. 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Umjetna inteligencija potpuno je promijenila u što investitori danas ulažu. Nakon godina dominacije SaaS startupa, sve se više govori o deep techu. No koliko je taj sektor zapravo razvijen u Hrvatskoj i kakve startup priče nam prolaze ispod radara, ispričao je Matija Srbić, osnivač Nuqleusa._______________00:00 Uvod02:20 Hrvatski deep-tech ekosustav05:40 Što radi Nuqleus09:40 Primjeri deep-tech projekata i timova15:20 Izazov komercijalizacije21:10 Gradnja startupova sa znanstvenicima i menadžerima27:00 Zašto Europa nema Google i Nvidiju?36:00 Što nudi ovogodišnji Liftoff45:00 I am from Bosnia, take me to America51:30 Flop: Poskupljenje igraćih konzola, laptopa i mobitela54:30 Flop: Uhođenje, policija i privatnost57:30 Top: AI roboti trenirani na videoigrama59:40 Top: Graham Norton saznao tko radi deepfakeove s njim1:01:12 Outro_______________

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Abhivardhan about the future of AI in India. Is India investing enough in its own homegrown LLM? Does India need an LLM? Considering the actions of America vis a vis AI recently how do we solve this problem? Register for my Toronto book Launch here: https://t.co/3NXHWc50Ud Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Follow Them: Abhivardhan: @IndusThink #AI #artificialintelligence #llm #anthropic #deepseek #digitalsovereignty ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

Ugostili smo profesora FER-a Predraga Palea, legendu hrvatskoj IT-ja koja je zaslužna za uvođenje interneta u RH. Razgovarali smo s njime o umjetnoj inteligenciji, obrazovanju developera i kvaliteti developerskih kadrova koji su na visokom glasu, no možda takve tvrdnje više nemaju pokrića. Poslušajte novu epizodu podcasta! _______________07:54 — Tko je zapravo uveo internet u Hrvatsku11:52 — Mreža umjesto tri žice — odluka koja je sve promijenila15:05 — Kako se izgovarala istina u Bruxellesu — i zašto je to bio šok29:08 — AI: zakržljalost mozga i nekompetentni donositelji odluka39:57 — Vibe coding i race condition — što programer mora znati42:29 — FER za 15 godina: kvantni skok ili ponor45:30 — Ples, radost učenja i što škola ubija u djeci59:48 — Zašto nismo eksplodirali u IT-u — odgovor koji neće ugoditi svima1:06:14 — Jedina stvar koju ti nitko ne može uzeti1:09:02 — Top/Flop: Google osuđen, Proton upozorava, Linux na 5%_______________

La Fórmula 1 vuelve este fin de semana en Austria con más preguntas que certezas. En el Podcast Técnica Fórmula 1, donde esperamos con impaciencia ver cómo se desarrolla la temporada europea y cuánto dan de sí las medidas de la FIA, nos preparamos para el Gran Premio con este primer episodio de la semana. Un gran momento. El Red Bull Ring llega en un momento especialmente interesante del campeonato: Ferrari acaba de golpear en Barcelona, Mercedes sigue mandando en la clasificación, el ADUO empieza a condicionar las lecturas técnicas y el futuro de Max Verstappen vuelve a rodearse de ruido. Austria no es un circuito largo, pero sí uno de esos trazados que exageran las virtudes y los defectos de un coche. Sus rectas, sus frenadas fuertes, sus cambios de pendiente y su vuelta corta obligan a los equipos a ser precisos. Un error pequeño pesa mucho porque las diferencias se comprimen. Y en una Fórmula 1 tan sensible a la gestión energética, cualquier pérdida en el despliegue de potencia o cualquier problema de tracción puede convertirse en una losa. ¿Cuál será el verdadero margen del ADUO? La primera cuestión será ver si alguien empieza a desplegar de verdad el margen que ofrece el ADUO. La ventaja teórica de unos motoristas sobre otros no basta si el conjunto no funciona. Barcelona dejó una lectura clara: Ferrari puede acercarse a Mercedes cuando el coche encuentra equilibrio y ritmo de carrera. Pero Austria planteará un examen distinto, más exigente en potencia, eficiencia y tracción. Mercedes sigue siendo la referencia global, pero ya no parece intocable. Sus problemas de fiabilidad han abierto una grieta que el resto debe intentar aprovechar. Ferrari, por su parte, llega con el impulso moral de la victoria de Lewis Hamilton y con la necesidad de confirmar que lo de Montmeló no fue una excepción. Si el coche rojo vuelve a ser competitivo en Spielberg, la temporada cambiará de tono. ¿Y qué pasa con los que juegan en casa? Red Bull afronta quizá la carrera más incómoda desde el punto de vista simbólico. Corre en casa, con Verstappen como gran figura, pero sin la sensación de dominio de otros años. El coche no está permitiendo al neerlandés pelear regularmente por victorias y eso alimenta cada vez más las preguntas sobre su futuro. Aston Martin aparece de fondo como canto de sirena, aunque hoy el proyecto británico está muy lejos de ofrecer garantías deportivas inmediatas. El Red Bull Ring también puede ser una oportunidad para McLaren, siempre que logre mantener un buen equilibrio entre velocidad en recta y degradación. El equipo británico está presente casi todos los fines de semana, pero necesita convertir esa regularidad en algo más contundente. Por detrás, la zona media volverá a estar apretada, con Alpine, Racing Bulls, Haas y Williams peleando por los pocos puntos que dejen libres los grandes. ¿Volveremos a ver buenas estrategias? Pirelli llevará la gama más blanda, C3, C4 y C5, una elección que puede abrir la estrategia si la degradación aparece con suficiente fuerza. Austria suele parecer sencilla desde fuera, pero castiga los neumáticos traseros en tracción y exige mucha estabilidad en frenada. La gestión de temperatura puede ser decisiva, especialmente si el asfalto se calienta y los equipos tienen que elegir entre atacar o conservar. En los frenos también habrá trabajo. No es el circuito más severo del calendario, pero sus frenadas son claras y exigentes. La curva 1, la curva 3 y la curva 4 suelen concentrar buena parte de la acción, y también de los riesgos. Con coches pesados, gestión eléctrica y baterías todavía delicadas, Austria puede ser un escenario perfecto para revelar quién tiene un paquete sólido y quién sólo vive de momentos puntuales. La carrera llega, por tanto, como una prueba de confirmación. Para Ferrari, porque necesita repetir. Para Mercedes, porque debe cerrar la puerta a las dudas. Para Red Bull, porque corre en casa y necesita algo más que resistencia. Y para Verstappen, porque cada Gran Premio sin coche ganador hace que el ruido del mercado suene un poco más alto. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Harris Sultan about the Rape Gang Inquiry Report published by independent MP Rupert Lowe. What are the key conclusions of this report? Is the methodology accurate? Register for my Toronto book Launch here: https://t.co/3NXHWc50Ud Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Follow Harris: X: @TheHarrisSultan YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PakistaniMulhidUrdu #groominggangs #islamism #pakistan #rupertlowe #racism ----------------------------------------------------------- Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Abhijit Iyer-Mitra about the USA and Iran war their so-called MOU that has lead to an imaginary ceasefire. What is happening in this confusion? Who is more confused? Is it the Americans? Have Iran won by standing their ground and annoying the Americans? Register for my Toronto book Launch here: https://t.co/3NXHWc50Ud Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Follow Them: Abhijit: @Iyervval #iranisraelwar #iranunrest #tehranprotests #iranrevolution #iranprotest #donaldtrump #ayatollahalikhamenei ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

Ata mārie e te whānau! E whai ake nei, coming up on the show this morning; Political Commentary with Lara Greaves, a kōrero with the team from Nympho about the Neck of the Woods Givealittle, and Ready Steady Learn with Ayla Hoeta. Whakarongo mai nei! Thanks to eighthirty coffee roasters!

In this podcast, Kushal and Tushar Gupta talk about the sudden exodus of MPs from both TMC and Uddhav Sena. What is the future of these regional parties? Why is this sudden exodus from regional parties happening? Register for my Toronto book Launch here: https://t.co/3NXHWc50Ud Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Follow them: X: @Tushar15_ Substack: https://politypolicy.substack.com/ #tmc #uddhavthackeray #shivsena #delimitation ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

In this Podcast Extra, Join John as he answers a wide range of grower-submitted questions covering challenges in agriculture. The discussion focuses on managing high summer leaf temperatures, optimizing organic nitrogen budgets, and navigating severe base saturation imbalances. John emphasizes the critical connection between precise crop nutrition, active soil biology, and the natural suppression of destructive diseases and pests. Other topics discussed include: Distinguishing between air temperature and leaf temperature, highlighting how a healthy wax lipid layer lowers a plant's canopy temperature by 8 to 10 degrees. Managing the photorespiration process in C3 and C4 plants to prevent protein degradation and the buildup of high ammonium levels. Utilizing trace amounts of nickel (3 to 10 grams per acre) as an essential enzyme cofactor to rapidly lower ammonium in plant sap. Applying Rejuvenate as a foliar tool to provide stressed crops with carbohydrates, enzymes, and high-energy compounds. Addressing low magnesium and potassium in soils with extreme calcium base saturation using targeted applications. Citing historical 1960s data on fire blight indicating the disease cannot establish when sap sucrose levels remain above a 22–26% threshold. Restructuring high-chloride potato programs by pairing Rebound micronutrients with Holo-K, SeaShield, and SeaStim. Remediating the typical "burnt leaf tips" on garlic by satisfying the crop's unusually high molybdenum requirement. Evaluating the limitations of indigenous microorganisms (IMOs) and acknowledging that 90% of living soil microbes require active plant roots to propagate. Deploying PhotoMag to optimize plant sap ratios, delivering magnesium, sulfur, molybdenum, and boron to efficiently convert excess ammonium into complete proteins . Advocating for a national food policy focused on nutritional quality and farmer economic viability over cheap, abundant food. Utilizing MacroPack and MicroPack within target foliar combinations to halt disease progression. Understanding why high-salt content fertilizers solubilize trace minerals and leach them down the soil profile over a 20- to 40-year period. About John Kempf A top expert in biological and regenerative farming, John founded AEA in 2006 to help fellow farmers by providing the education, tools, and strategies that will have a global effect on the food supply and those who grow it. Through intense study and the knowledge gleaned from many industry leaders, John is building a comprehensive systems-based approach to plant nutrition – a system solidly based on the sciences of plant physiology, mineral nutrition, and soil microbiology. Support For This Show & Helping You Grow Since 2006, AEA has been on a mission to help growers become more resilient, efficient, and profitable with regenerative agriculture. AEA works directly with growers to apply its unique line of liquid mineral crop nutrition products and biological inoculants. Informed by cutting-edge plant and soil data-gathering techniques, AEA's science-based programs empower farm operations to meet the crop quality markers that matter the most. AEA has created real and lasting change on millions of acres with its products and data-driven services by working hand-in-hand with growers to produce healthier soil, stronger crops, and higher profits. Beyond working on the ground with growers, AEA leads in regenerative agriculture media and education, producing and distributing the popular and highly-regarded Regenerative Agriculture Podcast, inspiring webinars, and other educational content that serve as go-to resources for growers worldwide. Visit https://advancingecoag.com to learn more.

In this monologue, Kushal shares his views about how freedom of expression is misunderstodd in India and uses the Pranit More controversy where Sejal Pawar and Humanshu Jangra made comments that offended people and led to Himanshu being fired from his job and Sejal being sent on a 15 day leave by KEM. Now an FIR has been filed against them. What should be the consequence of free speech? Is the FIR correct? Should they be fired? Register for my Toronto book Launch here: https://t.co/3NXHWc50Ud Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc #Sejalpawar #drsejalpawar #mbbssejalpawar #pranitmore #pranitmorestandup #370biriyani ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

Can protein be a decadent dessert? David is betting on it. We dig into the brand's new frozen desserts, unpack Smash Foods' $5 million funding round, examine how AI is changing the path to purchase and revisit standout insights from some of Austin's smartest operators. Show notes: 0:20: Pod-Assembly. Pints Delight. Bye, Chia. Claude Picks. Yo Matcha. No Sweat Studio. – While a "sample captain" builds a podium, the hosts preview BevNET Live NYC 2026 before sampling the latest opus from Peter Rahal's David Protein brand: a new line of indulgent frozen desserts (aka ice cream). They turn their attention to Smash Foods' $5 million funding round and what its evolution reveals about the power of simplifying a brand story to fuel growth. They also examine AI's growing influence on product discovery and purchasing decisions, and what that shift could mean for emerging brands competing for consumer attention. The hosts also highlight a new matcha liqueur, a seedy cracker brand and a "brief" collaboration. 27:17: Interviews from Taste Radio's Austin Meetup – Nutrabolt Chief Commercial Officer Jason Cantelli discussed scaling multiple brands while staying relentlessly focused on consumers. Corner Market Communications founder and CEO Megan Kelleher outlined how modern PR can drive tangible business results. NextFoods CEO Marc Seguin reflected on revitalizing GoodBelly, building a strong culture and thinking like an owner at every stage of growth. Bloom SVP of Brand Erica Tam explained how community-building, influencer marketing and retail execution have fueled the brand's rapid rise. Brands in this episode: David Protein, Halo Top, Smash Foods, Protein Pints, Yoshi Matcha Liqueur, Coaqua, Scoops, Mid-Day Squares, Superfoodio, Top Seedz, Old Milwaukee, OOSO, C4, Cheribundi, GoodBelly, Bloom 

This week's show was recorded using an improvised audio recording setup while the podcast team was on pilgrimage through India. Thank you for your understanding.