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In this throwback episode from the early days of the Rich Redmond Show, Rich and Jim dive deep into the world of all things Chris McHugh! Chris's incredible career spans contemporary Christian music, country, and beyond. From Nashville's early days to modern recording techniques, this episode offers an intimate look at a legendary session drummer's life, challenges, and evolution.   Timed Highlights: [0:00-15:00] Nashville's Musical Roots: Chris discusses arriving in Nashville in 1985 and his early days with WhiteHeart   [15:00-30:00] Session Musician Life: Insights into recording techniques, working with artists like Keith Urban, and the challenges of studio work   [30:00-45:00] Drumming Influences: Chris shares his musical heroes, including Bruford, Bonham, and Phil Collins   [45:00-60:00] Personal Growth: Reflections on life changes, reinventing his drumming style, and working with coach Dave Elitch   [60:00-75:00] Future Plans: Discussing current projects, family life, and the ongoing evolution of a professional musician   A must-listen for musicians, music fans, and anyone interested in the behind-the-scenes world of professional drumming.   The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!   Follow Rich: @richredmond www.richredmond.com   Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.   Follow Jim:   @jimmccarthy www.jmvos.com   The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Co www.itsyourshow.co

In this heartfelt and illuminating kickoff to Season 2 of Not All Hood, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Candace Kelley, and Keshia Knight Pulliam reunite for a deeply personal, soul-expanding conversation. Reflecting on their journey from child stardom on The Cosby Show to conscious parenting and spiritual alignment, the trio explores how legacy, love, and intention shape their lives today. Keisha opens up about what it was like growing up on set from the age of 4, her evolution into motherhood, directing, and becoming a grounded creative force. Together, they discuss the power of manifestation, the importance of community, maintaining high vibrational energy, and the spiritual practices that anchor them. They also reflect on the shifting landscape of television and why diverse Black stories matter more than ever. Candid, nostalgic, and packed with wisdom, this episode is a powerful reminder that healing, growth, and joy are possible when we align thought, word, and deed. #notallhood #malcolmjamalwarner #candacekelly #keishaknightpulliam #nahmorethanamonth #companyx #blacklegacy #childstars #manifestation #highvibrations #blackmotherhood #blackjoy #spiritualalignment #blackdirectors #cosbyshow----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Not All Hood (NAH) podcast takes a look at the lived experiences and identities of Black people in America. Infused with pop culture, music, and headlining news, the show addresses the evolution, exhilaration, and triumphs of being rooted in a myriad of versions of Black America.   Hosted by Malcolm-Jamal Warner, and Candace O.Kelley   Executive Producer: Layne Fontes Producer & Creative Director: Troy W. Harris, Jr.

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Bieber has had an intense and revealing past week, making headlines with both deeply personal revelations and ongoing speculation about his music and business activities. According to Good Morning America, Bieber posted an emotional and candid Instagram message on June 16th, addressing his ongoing struggles with anger issues and describing himself as feeling "broken." He wrote, "People keep telling me to heal. Don't you think if I could have fixed myself I would have already?" Bieber went on to explain how his anger is a response to past trauma, stating, "My anger is a response to the pain I have been thru. Asking a traumatized person not to be traumatized is simply mean." In a separate post, he shared direct messages with an unidentified contact, ending the friendship after being accused of lashing out, and insisting that expressing anger is part of authentic relationships, not something to suppress. These posts have sparked a wave of support and concern among fans.On the lighter side, Justin has simultaneously shared glimpses of his family life, posting several photos with his son Jack Blues, whom he shares with wife Hailey Bieber. Celebrating milestones like Hailey's first Mother's Day, Bieber's social media has mixed vulnerability with moments of joy and pride in his new role as a father. Access Hollywood reports that despite his recent emotional confessions, Bieber has also been active in defending himself publicly. Just last week, he was caught on camera in a viral 11-minute confrontation with a paparazzo, where he passionately demanded respect, emphasizing that his anger is a reaction to being disrespected, not a sign of malice.There is ongoing speculation about a major comeback. Hypebeast and Puck News have both reported that Bieber is planning a return to music in 2025, possibly motivated by both creative desire and financial necessity after debts from a cancelled tour. Although his representatives have not confirmed a new album or tour, Rebel Music suggests preparations are underway for a global tour aligned with an upcoming album, which would be his first full project since 2021's Justice. On the business front, Bieber has parted ways with his long-time manager Scooter Braun, indicating a significant transformation in his professional circle, a move confirmed by multiple sources.On social media, Bieber's posts have trended for their candidness, including confessions about conflicts with Hailey—specifically noting past arguments about her career—and his critiques of transactional relationships. His candid admissions, ongoing family updates, and hints at a musical return continue to fuel speculation about his next chapter, underscoring a period of genuine transformation, vulnerability, and perhaps, reinvention for the pop star.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

This week, we finally get to break the silence around the Spruce Lake Industrial Park conversation that led to what might be the longest public hearing in NB's history, certainly Saint John's history. The final vote was unamious support in this major industrial expansion proposal that includes two Letters of interest valued at over 2.3 billion dollars and featured some of the stiffest backlash by a community that has been seen. What went on? Why did things end with a physical altercation after the vote? Let's talk about it. 

Are they a covert narcissist or an alcoholic? What if the alcohol goes away? Does this get better? In this candid and thought-provoking conversation, I sit down with Todd Rennebohm, host of Bunny Hugs and Mental Health, to explore the complex intersection of addiction, trauma, emotional dysregulation, and misunderstood behaviors. Todd opens up about his lived experience with substance abuse, undiagnosed ADHD, and the journey from survival mode to genuine healing. Together, we unpack the blurry line between narcissistic traits and trauma responses—especially when addiction or mental health challenges are at play. We talk about emotional regulation, humility, personal growth, and the powerful difference between true narcissism and wounded coping strategies. Whether you're trying to understand a loved one, your partner, or even yourself… this episode offers clarity, compassion, and hope.

Join us for a powerful conversation with Larry Ward, President of Political Media Incorporated (PMI), as we explore the intersection of politics, marketing, and digital freedom. With decades of experience across the political, corporate, and non-profit worlds, Larry shares how PMI has helped shape the modern political landscape — all while staying ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing media environment. From pioneering digital outreach in the early 2000s to tackling the challenges of online censorship and algorithmic suppression, PMI has consistently led with innovation and conviction. In this episode, we break down the tools, strategies, and principles that continue to drive their mission forward. In this episode, you'll hear about: How digital platforms transformed political engagement. The subtle yet powerful ways censorship creeps into online advertising. How targeted messaging thrives even in suppressed environments. What AI means for the future of political speech and media strategy. If you're curious about the future of free speech, or how real change is driven through media strategy, this episode is a must-watch. Explore Larry's work and case studies at Politicalmedia.com/case-studies

In this episode of Spikes Excitement Talks, Gordon welcomes a true legend in the world of insights and innovation: Stan Sthanunathan. Formerly EVP of Consumer and Market Insights at Unilever and Coca-Cola, Stan is now the founder of i-Genie.ai , a company revolutionizing the research industry.This conversation dives deep into Stan's provocative approach to AI-powered, survey-free research. From analyzing search data and social media to redefining what consumer understanding looks like in an age of augmented intelligence, Stan shares how his company replaces traditional market research with faster, more authentic and often more emotional insights.From corporate corridors to dusty streets, they explore why true empathy—not sympathy is the currency of meaningful brand-building and why elite boardrooms often miss the mark. Candid reflections on the importance of living like your consumer, the hard truths of scaling a business rooted in a new idea and the enduring power of human contact in an increasingly remote world. They also dive into the mentors and managers who shaped Stan's leadership journey. Each teaching a different facet of what it means to lead with integrity, humility and impact.Tune in if you're wondering how to build something real without losing what makes them human.*Dave Cobban from the Spikes Advisory Board is also joining this episode.

Hey friends!! This one's a fun one because I got to sit down with none other than my HUSBAND, Kaleb, and put him in the HOT SEAT

Jonathan welcomes Dr. Bill Davis of Covenant College back to Candid Conversations to explore the rich Biblical basis, spiritual significance, and transformative power of Sabbath rest, both personally, as a family, and as a faith community. Dr. Davis shares insightful, real‑world practices from raising children to enjoy delight-filled Sundays, to intentional worship rhythms, and honoring the Sabbath as a gift, not a burden. They also explore the balance between ritual and legalism, the role of Sabbath rest in guarding against burnout, and its deep roots in the books of Exodus and Deuteronomy. Whether you're parenting young ones, navigating work-life rhythms, or seeking spiritual renewal, this episode offers clarity, encouragement, and actionable guidance on embracing Sabbath rest as a foretaste of heavenly peace.To ask Jonathan a question or connect with the Candid community, visit https://LTW.org/CandidFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/candidpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/candidpodTwitter: https://twitter.com/thecandidpodCheck out these other Candid Conversations with Dr. Bill Davis:A Biblical Look at Caregiving and Honoring Aging Loved Ones: Dr. Bill DavisHow Should We Care for Our Aging Loved Ones (Part 1): Dr. Bill DavisHow Should We Care for Our Aging Loved Ones (Part 2): Dr. Bill DavisRoe v. Wade Conversations with Dr. Bill Davis Building Bridges in a Cancel Culture: Dr. Bill DavisLet's Talk About Suicide: Dr. Bill Davis 

This week on Gloss Angeles, we're talking about Kylie Jenner getting real about her boob job—and why we're here for this new era of honesty from the beauty queen herself. We're also breaking down a new study on TikTok-fueled skincare routines among teens and tweens that has us seriously concerned for Gen Alpha's barrier health and future sun damage. Plus, we touch on the Boy Smells Citrush relaunch and the Charlotte Tilbury x Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders partnership that has us ready to do some high kicks. Shop this episodeWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Configure-Price-Quote (CPQ) platforms have come a long way from the days of spreadsheet formulas. In this conversation, host Chris Strom and RevOps strategist Joanne Cheng unpack where CPQ fits in a modern go-to-market stack, the problems it actually solves, and how new developments, such as AI-driven guidance, usage-basedbilling, and low-code extensibility, are reshaping the space.Listen in for:A clear-spoken CPQ primer: what it is, what it isn't, and the tipping points that signal it's time to adopt.Real-world patterns that demand more than manual quoting—think multi-currency deals, complex product bundles, or fast-moving self-serve funnels.Emerging trends for 2025, from composable quote-to-cash architectures to the rise of predictive discount recommendations.Candid lessons from recent rollouts—what sped things up, what slowed things down, and how alignment between the involved stakeholders make or break success.A myth-busting round (yes, spreadsheets can still play a supporting role).Whether you're revenue-ops-curious or knee-deep in a CPQevaluation, this episode offers a balanced, jargon-light look at the tech and the tactics behind smoother quoting flows.Grab your headphones, hit play, and enjoy the chat!

We got to read a partial script for Path of the Pale Rider 7, so Laurie Calcaterra joins up to discuss the upcoming issue plus our thoughts on Path of the Pale Rider 6, of which we had many. Laurie … Continue reading →

Journalist and media personality Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to talk about her Playboy memorabilia that will be housed at the Chicago History Museum. Candace explains the James Beard Awards and its value on Chicago restaurants. Candace also discusses the Lincoln Park Zoo Ball and some other trending Chicago news.

Join me as we get transparent with Actor/Director/Writer- Jay Jones Dive into the real struggles and victories of entrepreneurs, musicians, and entertainment industry giants with the Transparency Talks Podcast. We pull back the curtain on their journeys, exposing the raw truth behind the glamour.Hear it straight from the source:• Syndicated across the globe: Tune in on stations in London, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Nigeria, Canada, and iHeartRadio, plus major digital platforms.• Candid conversations: We peel back the layers, exploring the highs and lows of navigating the creative landscape.• From music to film and TV: Discover the diverse stories of those who chase their dreams in different artistic arenas.Join the movement:• Support independent voices: Make a CashApp donation @ $buttabrocka or become a sponsor.• Subscribe and follow: Get your weekly dose of inspiration on YouTube and social media.• Engage with the community: Share your thoughts, connect with other creative souls, and let's get real!Find us everywhere:• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transparencytalkspodcast• Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @Buttabrocka and @TransparencyTalksPodcast#TransparencyTalksPodcast: Where authenticity meets ambition. Join the conversation and let's get transparent!** I do not own the rights to this music#musicianslife, #filmmakingtips, #entreprenerdreams #PodcastLife #Motivation #Success #Creativity #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #Hollywood #EntrepreneurLife #Hustle #MusicProduction #PodcastLove #ActorsAccess #DirectorsLife #Storytelling #OnTheAir #Livestream #CashappDonates #SupportSmallBusiness #PodcastersOfIG #PodcastersOfColor #buttabrocka #IndependentPodcast #ListenNow #BehindTheScenes #transparencytalkspodcast #transparency

“We have overprotected kids in the real world and underprotected them online.” Jonathan Haidt believes we have bubble-wrapped childhood: cut back on recess, banned kids from walking to school alone, and filled every spare moment with structured, adult-led activities. But at the same time, we gave kids 24/7 access to social media, smartphones, and one-to-one devices—with very little guidance or boundaries. And now, we're seeing the results. Rising anxiety. Fragmented attention. Lost confidence. Social disconnection. This quote about overprotecting in the real world and underprotecting onloine hit me hard, because it puts into words what so many teachers have felt for years but couldn't always articulate. If our kids seem less resilient, less focused, less ready to learn... maybe it's not them. Maybe it's the environment we've created. The good news? We can change that. We ARE changing it. More schools are rethinking tech. More parents are drawing tech boundaries. More teachers are advocating for what kids truly need. We can bring balance back. Today's guest is Jonathan Haidt—a social psychologist, professor at NYU's Stern School of Business, and author of several influential books, including most recently, The Anxious Generation. You may have seen Jonathan in recent interviews talking about how smartphones and social media are impacting kids' mental health. But I wanted to bring him on the show to go deeper—specifically from an educator's point of view. This conversation builds on some of the past episodes I've done around screen time, attention spans, and how tech is changing the way kids show up in the classroom. It's a true back-and-forth conversation where we learn from each other, and I think it's going to validate so much of what you've already sensed as a teacher.  Get the shareable article/transcript for this episode here. Later this summer, I'll share a different perspective from someone who sees personalized AI tutoring as the future of school, and I have to admit, I find that vision just as compelling as what Haidt has shared. Stay tuned!

Candid Catholic Convos 6.15.25   A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   We're picking up right where we left off last week with our deep dive into the Mass as Deacon Scott Root is back to unpack what's happening from the sign of peace to the end of the service, why it's all important, and how to truly engage with this celebration so we can feel more connected to Christ whether this is your first time or your hundredth time attending.  

We go off the cuff with no script scripts and no stories. Just a RAW, mostly edited fiasco where the listeners get a lil peek into the real lives of The Lesbian Fiasco hosts.

In this episode, I talk with two clients who are in my Spring Lifestyle Program as we do a 'check in' on our three pilalrs - Food, Movement, Mindset.Open, engaging, honest and entertaining...it's another example that shows us that us women are all in this together, with the same challenges and desires as the rest of us. My many thanks to Kathy and Charlene for this engaging conversations. I trust you see yourself in these lovely women, and perhaps learn a few things that will support you in your healthy living journey also. Get lean, strong, shapely at ANY age! https://www.warriorwomanfitness.com/

Rich and Jim dive deep with multi-talented Rob Ricotta in this high-energy episode. Highlights include: [0:15] Rob's journey from church band drummer to touring with John Morgan [22:30] Behind-the-scenes of voiceover work and character creation [35:45] Balancing multiple creative careers in music and acting [48:20] Hilarious voice-over challenges and impersonation battles [1:05:10] Rob's inspirations and future goals in drumming and entertainment From drumming with country artists to voicing video game trailers, Rob shares candid stories about his creative path, the importance of mentorship, and staying adaptable in the entertainment industry. A must-listen for aspiring musicians, actors, and creatives looking to break into multiple fields.   The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!   Follow Rich: @richredmond www.richredmond.com   Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.   Follow Jim:   @jimmccarthy www.jmvos.com   The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Co! www.itsyourshow.co

Actor, activist, and unapologetic truth-teller, Jameela Jamil has lived many lives and survived every single one of them with grit, wit, and an unwavering sense of justice.In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O'Brien sits down with Jameela to explore a journey that defies expectation. From a childhood shaped by illness, isolation and relentless bullying, to becoming a pioneering British radio and TV presenter, to an accidental breakout in Hollywood with roles in The Good Place and She-Hulk, Jameela's story is one of extraordinary reinvention.She speaks openly about how trauma shaped her values, why comedy became her lifeline, and how she built I Weigh- a platform and podcast that champions mental health, challenges toxic norms, and encourages people to question what they've been taught to value.Candid, sharp and disarmingly funny, Jameela reflects on the cost of speaking out, the privilege of being heard, and how embracing chaos has often led her to exactly where she needed to be.Find out more about Jameela Jamil's podcast Wrong Turns here

The game development industry is in flux. From the intense pressure of the attention economy and global competition to the seismic shifts brought by Artificial Intelligence, how is the crucial role of the Product Manager evolving?   Join us for an in-depth exploration of these critical questions, featuring a panel discussion, "The Evolution of the Product Manager," and an exclusive after-panel debrief. Hear directly from industry product leaders as they dissect the challenges and opportunities ahead.   Speakers:* Oren Debi. Generative AI Lead & VP Product at SciPlay.* David Duong. Sr. Director of Product Management at Respawn Entertainment (Apex Legends).* Tim Hong. Head of Live Service Games at AWS for Games.* Lee Horn. Fmr. VP of Product & Game Director at Mountaintop Studios.* Joseph Kim. CEO at Lila Games.* Solomon Lichter. Sr. Director, Global Gaming at CleverTap.In this episode, you'll discover:The macro trends fundamentally altering game development.   AI's current and future impact: from efficiency tool to "agentic AI" and the "PM+1" concept.   The cultural divide between mobile and PC/console PM practices and why adaptability is key.   Actionable strategies for PMs to thrive, including Gartner's "3 Returns" framework and the importance of "product velocity."   Candid reflections on what it takes to succeed in this new era of game creation and management.   Whether you're a studio executive, product manager, marketer, or passionate about the future of gaming, this discussion offers invaluable insights.EPISODE CHAPTERS:(Listen in order or jump to the sections most relevant to you)0:00:00 Introduction: Setting the Stage for the Evolving PMPart 1: Product x LiveOps Symposium Panel – The Product Manager in Flux0:04:24 Macro Trends Redefining Game Development (Attention Economy, Rise of China, LiveOps Resurgence) 0:11:19 AI in the Trenches: Separating Hype from Reality (Current Efficiency Gains in Art, Code, PM Tools) 0:14:31 The Evolving Product Manager: Mobile PM Agility vs. PC/Console Tradition (Solomon Lichter's initial thoughts) 0:16:59 The Evolving Product Manager: Resistance to PMs in PC/Console (Lee Horn's insights) 0:18:32 The Evolving Product Manager: Hiring for AAA – Fundamentals, Empathy, Communication (David Duong's insights) 0:21:01 The Evolving Product Manager: AI's Impact, Team Compression, and the "PM+1" Concept (Joseph Kim's insights) 0:26:36 Key Panelist Takeaways: Adapt or Die, AI Adoption, Design Thinking, the PM+1, and Live Ops Agents Part 2: The After-Panel Huddle – Deeper Reflections & Future-Proofing0:29:14 Industry's Hunger for Tactical AI Knowledge & Embracing Uncertainty 0:34:03 AI: From Feature to Foundational Orchestration (PM's Evolving Value, Gartner's "3 Returns" Framework begins around 0:42:41, "Product Velocity" as a North Star Metric specifically at 0:47:53) 0:55:46 Agentic AI: The Next Frontier in Live Ops (Understanding Agentic AI, Practical Applications, Data Strategy Prerequisite) 1:00:40 The Culture Clash Revisited: Adaptability as the Ultimate Competitive Edge (Mobile vs. HD, Failure to Adapt) Conclusion & Final Actionable Advice1:05:16 Your Roadmap for the Future of Game Product Management (Final Advice Introduction)1:05:47 Get Hands-On & Be Curious (Tim Hong's advice) 1:06:54 Build in Public & Learn Out Loud (Solomon Lichter's advice) 1:08:46 Embrace Continuous, Urgent Learning (Joseph Kim's advice)   Follow us for more deep dives into game development, AI, and product management.

Fun fact: this episode exists thanks to a few pints and a little Radical Candor in the wild. Our audio engineer Nick met today's guest, Chloé van Bergen, VP of Operations at Secretly Group, at his brother's stag do. One loud London pub and an honest conversation later—we knew we had to get her on the show. Join Kim and Amy for a candid conversation with Chloé about what it really takes to lead change inside a legacy-driven music company. She gets real about navigating unionization, confronting indifference, and learning—sometimes the hard way—that being “nice” isn't the same as being kind. From UK-style politeness to Dutch directness, Chloé shares what worked (and what didn't) when rolling out Radical Candor across continents. Spoiler: no sugarcoating here — just straight up kind and clear. Get all of the show notes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RadicalCandor.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode Links: Transcript⁠⁠ Chloé van Bergen | LinkedIn  Nick Carissimi Secretly Group Secretly Canadian | Info Granny Alice Avoid The Feedback Sandwich | Radical Candor Podcast 5 | 15 Toxic Positivity | Radical Candor Podcast 5 | 27 Navigating Radical Candor and Cultural Differences How To Navigate Feedback Conversations On Diverse Teams | Radical Candor Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect | Will Guidara  Scaling People: Tactics for Management and Company Building | Claire Hughes Johnson  Pivot: Eight Principles for Transforming your Business in a Time of Disruption | Will Page  Secretly Group: Workers at Indie-Music Company Begin Efforts to Unionize | Rolling Stone Secretly Group Union Earns Contract In Major Milestone for Indie Music Organizing | Rolling Stone Connect: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction Kim and Amy introduce Chloé van Bergen, VP of Operations at Secretly Group. (00:01:04) From Stag Do to Podcast Guest How a chance meeting at a UK pub led to Chloé joining the show. (00:05:25) What Is Secretly Group? The structure, history, and collaborative ethos of Secretly Group. (00:09:05) Discovering Radical Candor Being introduced to Radical Candor and the mindset shift it inspired. (00:10:42) Struggling with Direct Feedback Using Radical Candor to move past the fear of being too blunt. (00:12:43) Giving Feedback Across Borders Navigating cultural differences in feedback styles across countries. (00:17:25) Practicing Vulnerability Through Action Building confidence by starting to speak up, one moment at a time. (00:20:07) Pandemic Leadership & Operational Overhaul Navigating starting during COVID and legacy infrastructures. (00:25:13) Rockstar vs. Superstar: Rethinking Growth Learning not everyone wants to climb—some excel where they are. (00:29:50) Unionization During COVID How a union announcement led to a company-wide listening reset. (00:34:57) Adapting to AI & Industry Shifts Staying open by staying honest—even without having all the answers. (00:36:28) Kind ≠ Nice: Facing Hard Truths How kindness isn't niceness—and can slow down change. (00:39:33) Chloé's Radical Candor Tip Having the courage to say the thing, even if it feels uncomfortable. (00:42:46) Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Shakespeare and Company Podcast, Adam Biles speaks with acclaimed author Catherine Lacey about her daring new work The Möbius Book. Structured as a "Tête-bêche"—two intertwined texts printed back-to-back—the book pairs a memoir chronicling the fallout of a painful breakup with a novella that spirals into the psychological suspense of a possible murder next door. As the narratives bend and mirror each other, Lacey explores the porous boundary between fiction and nonfiction, faith and doubt, intimacy and estrangement.The conversation dives deep into Lacey's creative process, her early entanglement with religion, the disorienting legacy of male anger, and how the pandemic shaped her understanding of confinement and rupture. Candid and philosophical, Lacey reflects on memory's distortions, the ethics of writing memoir, and the liberating act of leaving questions unanswered. Buy The Möbius Book: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/books/the-mobius-bookCatherine Lacey is the author of the novels Nobody Is Ever Missing, The Answers, Pew, and Biography of X, and the short story collection Certain American States. She has received a Guggenheim Fellowship, a Whiting Award, the New York Public Library's Young Lions Fiction Award and twice been shortlisted for the Dylan Thomas Prize, and was named one of Granta's Best of Young American Novelists.Adam Biles is Literary Director at Shakespeare and Company.Listen to Alex Freiman's latest EP, In The Beginning: https://open.spotify.com/album/5iZYPMCUnG7xiCtsFCBlVa?si=h5x3FK1URq6SwH9Kb_SO3w Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this heartfelt and humorous episode of Camp Chaos, we're getting real about the dads in our lives—our husbands! From school drop-offs to bedtime routines, we're giving listeners a peek inside our homes as we share how involved our partners are in daily parenting, what they bring to the table as dads, and the unique ways they show up for our families. It's part love letter, part honest review, and all about celebrating the men helping us raise our little chaos crew. Whether you're a mom, a dad, or somewhere in between, this one will have you laughing, nodding, and maybe texting your partner a quick “thank you." Sponsor: function health.com/campchaos - For a free Long Live Moms book zbiotics.com/camp - Code:CAMP for 15% off any first time purchase. Follow us on Instagram: Camp Chaos Taylor Kyndra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 In Episode 48 of Blend LA, your hosts DJ Big D and Albius Negroni welcome the multi-talented Justin Paul—a respected DJ, producer, and music educator whose career bridges the dancefloor and the classroom.Together, they explore:Justin's journey from underground DJ sets to producing music that moves global audiences His passion for education and how he's building innovative programs for aspiring music creators The evolution of House and Electronic music scenes and where they're headed next Candid reflections on balancing artistry, mentorship, and business in today's music worldA special one-hour guest mix from Justin, blending electronic, dance, and soulful house textures into a vibe-heavy experienceWhether you're a House Head, up-and-coming DJ, or just love a good story with your beats—this episode delivers heart, history, and a whole lot of groove. Links & Mentions:Website: justinpaulmusic.comSoundCloud: soundcloud.com/justinpaulInstagram: @djjustinpaulBlend LA Podcast Archive: blendlapodcastforthecultureofhousemusic.simplecast.comThe AMP Collective on YouTube: @theampcollectivehousemusic  For The Culture Of House Music

Candid Catholic Convos 6.8.25   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   Whether you've sat through hundreds, haven't been in a while or have never been at all, as part of our Back to Basics series, today we're diving deep into the heart of Catholic Worship with a full exploration of the Mass. Deacon Scott Root, senior theology teacher at Trinity High School, is sitting down with us to unpack what's really happening at the altar, why every part of the Mass is important, and how to truly engage with this celebration so we can feel more deeply connected to Christ.  

ABOUT JAIME SCHWARZ:BIO: Jaime Schwarz is an award-winning copywriter and creative director, having worked with over 100 brands at NYC agencies before starting his entrepreneurial journey.In 2017 he authored the world's first NFT-focused patent and launched BrandTherapy.coach, a product market fit-focused consultancy built on the technique of letting the brand speak for itself. After co-founding seven startups and consulting for dozens more, in 2022, Jaime pivoted into the web3 world by using AI to literally teach brands to speak for themselves and co-founding The TeamFlow.Institute using team intelligence to maximize the momentum of decentralized teams to create the Company Betterment Industry. He also co-founded ParallelWorlds.us and positioned it as the world's first spatial transformation company. Since then, once his patent was granted, he has been building MRKD as an IP-founded venture focused on empowering the IP economy through co-creationism. He serves on the board of Wayfinders on the Hudson, is an advisor to XRSI.org, and lives in Hastings on Hudson with his wife and two boys.Jaime's LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/jaimeschwarzWebsites:brandtherapy.coach (Company)jaimeschwarz.com (Portfolio)calendly.com/getbrandtherapy/30min (Other)Email: jaimeschwarz@gmail.comSHOW INTROWelcome to the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast EPISODE 79 … and my conversation with Jaime Schwarz an award-winning copywriter and creative director, founder of Brand Therapy and a number of other ventures.On the podcast our dynamic dialogues based on our acronym DATA - design, architecture, technology, and the arts crosses over disciplines but maintains a common thread of people who are passionate about the world we live in and human's influence on it, the ways we craft the built environment to maximize human experience, increasing our understanding of human behavior and searching for the New Possible.    he NXTLVL Experience Design podcast is presented by VMSD Magazine part of the Smartwork Media family of brands.VMSD brings us, in the brand experience world, the International Retail Design Conference. The IRDC is one of the best retail design conferences that there is bringing together the world of retailers, brands and experience place makers every year for two days of engaging conversations and pushing the discourse forward on what makes retailing relevant. You will find the archive of the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast on VMSD.com.Thanks also goes to Shop Association the only global retail trade association dedicated to elevating the in-store experience. SHOP Association represents companies and affiliates from 25 countries and brings value to their members through research, networking, education, events and awards. Check then out on SHOPAssociation.orgJaime Schwarz spent years work in the fast-paced world of New York advertising agencies where he came to deeply understand brands. Since then, his entrepreneurial journey has led to patent awards, and a few business ventures that truly bring things to the NXTLVL. We'll get to all of that in a moment but first though, a few thoughts…                 *                                  *                                  *OK so where to start on this one...You know… I try to lead teams by being authentic and transparent. Candid when it matters to get to the heart of the matter and circumspect when sharing the whole story it might not be appropriate. But thinking about my interview with Jamie Schwarz makes me sit back in my chair and consider what I think I know.I think I know a little about a lot and I say that not lacking humility, but I've been always compulsively curious about stuff. All kinds of stuff.I like to know why things work the way they work, how people got to the places they got to in their careers, how history unfolds and the story of culture is our told and retold. And all sorts of other stuff. I like reading about quantum physics but will confess I still get confused about how traveling at the speed of light and coming back to your origin will mean that you come back years in the future while the passage of time for you may only be a few moments. I loved the movie interstellar. I don't know things like that just sort of confused me, but they fascinate me nevertheless.I digress.I think I probably know a little bit about enough and in some cases it just might be that I know enough to be dangerous as the saying goes. One of the motivations to doing the podcast is that I get to speak to lots people who are just way smarter and tuned in than me…and I generally add here that the bar is actually set pretty low because there are so many really smart people in the world.I like studying about the things that I try to engage in conversations about. I'll read books, watch hours of online content – presentations, speeches and interviews. I'll dig up articles and make sure that I show up ready to go for a conversation.Early on in the podcast series I had someone thank me for showing up well prepared. I just sort of thought that that was my responsibility to make sure that if someone was offering their time to have a discussion that I would have done my necessary background preparation to make it worth their while. Some interviews I sort of set as stretch goals - people who I want to talk to because they have deep insight on areas that I am interested in but in which I may not have more than an intermediate or novice education. My wife, a veteran of print and television journalism, a multi-book author, strong advocate of radical listening and who also has the uncanny ability to see way beyond the immediate conversation would always say to me that when in discussion you need to leave the interview questioning whether you know more about the person at the close of the conversation than you did when it started. That's an interesting starting point when entering a conversation because it sets the basic premise for who's doing the talking - how much listening is going on and how you listen not to simply add your own opinions, solve the problem or give advice, but to dig deeper in your understanding, resulting in better attunement.I will confess that sometimes I am fully aware that my enthusiasm for subject matter leads to jumping in, offering personal experiences and contributing ideas. Conversations can chase multiple ideas, but I also think that's a result of what I consider as associative thinking - one idea connects to another and sets off a cascade of related or interdependent subjects. And then a whole array of rabbit holes lay before us. Each one leading to a delightful journey. Oh now which one to choose – why not all – let's go!I have come to use these introductions to podcast interviews as replacements of a sort for a blog I used to write for VMSD magazine called “Brain Food.” I take the time to consider what the conversation with my guest is about and set to musing on ideas that emerged in the conversation. Some of them are personal, stories that resonate deeply with personal or professional experiences. Others are thought bubbles that I offer up for further investigation. I think that most of this episode is like thought bubbles. It covers the nature of branding and relationships with consumers, trust in marketing and storytelling, NFTs and creating derivative works and related IP legal issues, Web 3.0, Deconstructivism, co-creation in a digital mediated world, Ai and collective intelligence, the pace of change, art and digital twinning and the inherent value of co-creative works, quantum computers and hacking bitcoin, object permanence in the digital space… and, and, and you get the idea. There is so much here that you might say it lacks focus, but I think it actually offers up the idea of complexity in our fast-paced digitally mediated world where interdependencies reign, everything is connected to everything in one multi-dimensional system and to what end it is sweeping us along. We can come to these various rabbit holes of conversation because Jaime Schwarzis an award-winning copywriter and creative director, having worked with over 100 brands at NYC agencies before starting his entrepreneurial journey.In 2017 he authored the world's first NFT-focused patent and launched BrandTherapy.coach, a “product market fit-focused” consultancy (about which he speaks in our talk) that is built on the technique of letting the brand speak for itself. After co-founding seven startups and consulting for dozens more, in 2022, Jaime pivoted into the web3 world by using AI to literally teach brands to speak for themselves and co-founding The TeamFlow.Institute using team intelligence to maximize the momentum of decentralized teams to create the Company Betterment Industry. He also co-founded ParallelWorlds.us and positioned it as the world's first spatial transformation company. Since then, once his patent was granted, he has been building MRKD as an IP-founded venture focused on empowering the IP economy through co-creationism. I could have prompted Jaime with any of these subjects and just sat back and taken it all in.ABOUT DAVID KEPRON:LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/david-kepron-9a1582bWebsites:  https://www.davidkepron.com    (personal website)vmsd.com/taxonomy/term/8645  (Blog)Email: david.kepron@NXTLVLexperiencedesign.comPersonal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidkepron/NXTLVL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nxtlvl_experience_design/Bio:David Kepron is a multifaceted creative professional with a deep curiosity to understand ‘why', ‘what's now' and ‘what's next'. He brings together his background as an architect, artist, educator, author, podcast host and builder to the making of meaningful and empathically-focused, community-centric customer connections at brand experience places around the globe. David is a former VP - Global Design Strategies at Marriott International. While at Marriott, his focus was on the creation of compelling customer experiences within Marriott's “Premium Distinctive” segment which included: Westin, Renaissance, Le Meridien, Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Design Hotels and Gaylord hotels. In 2020 Kepron founded NXTLVL Experience Design, a strategy and design consultancy, where he combines his multidisciplinary approach to the creation of relevant brand engagements with his passion for social and cultural anthropology, neuroscience and emerging digital technologies. As a frequently requested international speaker at corporate events and international conferences focusing on CX, digital transformation, retail, hospitality, emerging technology, David shares his expertise on subjects ranging from consumer behaviors and trends, brain science and buying behavior, store design and visual merchandising, hotel design and strategy as well as creativity and innovation. In his talks, David shares visionary ideas on how brand strategy, brain science and emerging technologies are changing guest expectations about relationships they want to have with brands and how companies can remain relevant in a digitally enabled marketplace. David currently shares his experience and insight on various industry boards including: VMSD magazine's Editorial Advisory Board, the Interactive Customer Experience Association, Sign Research Foundation's Program Committee as well as the Center For Retail Transformation at George Mason University.He has held teaching positions at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.), the Department of Architecture & Interior Design of Drexel University in Philadelphia, the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising (L.I.M.) in New York, the International Academy of Merchandising and Design in Montreal and he served as the Director of the Visual Merchandising Department at LaSalle International Fashion School (L.I.F.S.) in Singapore.  In 2014 Kepron published his first book titled: “Retail (r)Evolution: Why Creating Right-Brain Stores Will Shape the Future of Shopping in a Digitally Driven World” and he is currently working on his second book to be published soon. David also writes a popular blog called “Brain Food” which is published monthly on vmsd.com.  The next level experience design podcast is presented by VMSD magazine and Smartwork Media. It is hosted and executive produced by David Kepron. Our original music and audio production by Kano Sound. The content of this podcast is copywrite to David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design. Any publication or rebroadcast of the content is prohibited without the expressed written consent of David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design.Make sure to tune in for more NXTLVL “Dialogues on DATA: Design Architecture Technology and the Arts” wherever you find your favorite podcasts and make sure to visit vmsd.com and look for the tab for the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast there too.

Rich and Jim chat with rock legend Stan Lynch, founding drummer of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.    Highlights include: [0:12:30] - Early drumming influences and learning to play with restraint [0:24:00] - The magic of recording Damn the Torpedoes [0:45:00] - Working with Don Henley and transitioning from drummer to producer [0:52:30] - Reflections on modern music and staying creative [1:03:30] - Introducing his new band, Speaker Wars, and upcoming album release Stan shares candid stories about his musical journey, the importance of serving the song, and his philosophy of making music with friends. A must-listen for musicians and music lovers alike! Find out more about Stan's new project The Speaker Wars and thor upcoming tour dates:   https://www.thespeakerwars.com/   The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!   Follow Rich:   @richredmond www.richredmond.com   Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.   Follow Jim:     @jimmccarthy www.jmvos.com   The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Co www.itsyourshow.co

We talk a lot about rarity, allocated bottles, and market prices on this show, but what about the bottles that mean something more? What about the ones that aren't worth a fortune on paper, but hold irreplaceable memories? That's the topic we're diving into today in a really special episode featuring myself, Ryan, and Fred Minnick. Prompted by a listener asking about the significance of bottles beyond their monetary worth, we each opened up our personal collections – not just the unicorns, but the bottles tied to moments in our lives. You'll hear some incredibly personal stories, from Ryan saving a specific bottle for his son's future birthday, to my own reflections on a signed Maker's Mark from my college days, and Fred sharing the significance of a Maker's 46 sample straight from Bill Samuels himself. It's a reminder that while the hunt and the hype are fun, the true value of bourbon often lies in the memories made and the connections shared over a glass. We get into the culture of trading and even touch on the financial side, but ultimately, this conversation is all about the joy, the nostalgia, and the heartfelt connections that make these bottles truly priceless to us. Show Notes: Emotional connections tied to bourbon collections. Personal anecdotes behind treasured bottles. The significance of sharing experiences over rare finds. Fred's humorous caution about revealing bottle names. Ryan's Rowan's Creek bottle for his son's future birthday celebration. Kenny's college memories associated with a signed Maker's Mark. Insights into bourbon trading and its emotional rewards. Celebrating connections formed through memorable bourbon experiences. Candid discussions about the financial aspects of collecting. Reflecting on the joy of bourbon journeys and friendships. Support this podcast on Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

319: Become Fireproof: Negotiate Your Salary, Severance & Sanity (Sean Kosofsky)SUMMARYSpecial thanks to TowneBank for bringing these conversations to life, and for their commitment to strengthening nonprofit organizations. Learn more about how they can help you at TowneBank.com/NonprofitBanking.Are you protecting yourself as well as your nonprofit's mission? In episode #319 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, nonprofit leader and consultant Sean Kosofsky breaks down the critical, but too often overlooked, topics of executive compensation, board accountability, and employment protection. Drawing from decades of experience across advocacy, political campaigns, and executive leadership, he offers a no-nonsense approach to overcoming the sector's toxic “poverty mindset.” Kosofsky lays out practical steps nonprofit leaders can take to negotiate fair compensation, demand severance protections, and rebalance the power dynamics between boards and executives. You'll learn how to implement board agreements, hold board members accountable, and use contracts to ensure job security, all without compromising your mission. Whether you're a seasoned executive or a first-time ED, this conversation provides the tools you need to lead with confidence, clarity, and sustainability.ABOUT SEANSean Kosofsky is the Nonprofit Fixer! He is a coach, consultant, trainer, speaker, author, and strategic advisor. For the past 33+ years, he has helped causes, campaigns and candidates raise millions of dollars and transformed nonprofit organizations and leaders. He has served in a wide variety of roles in nonprofits, including policy, communications, development, grassroots organizing, direct service, board leadership, and executive director. He has worked on a wide range of issues, including LGBTQ equality, reproductive justice, voting access, bullying prevention, climate change, and more. His work has been covered in media outlets internationally and he has received many awards and recognitions from the sector. His work and advice has been featured by AFP, Candid, Idealware, Bloomerang, TechSoup, and more. He is an author and the owner of Mind the Gap Consulting. Sean is a proud Detroit native but lives with his husband and dog in New York City.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESThe Prosperous Coach by Steve Chandler and Rich LitvinWant to chat leadership 24/7?  Go to delphi.ai/pattonmcdowellHave you gotten Patton's book Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership: Seven Keys to Advancing Your Career in the Philanthropic Sector – Now available on AudibleDon't miss our weekly Thursday Leadership Lens for the latest on nonprofit leadership

“Wait… did he really throw her onto a pile of machine guns?”That's the jaw-dropping question that kicks off one of the most unfiltered, hilarious, and thought-provoking episodes of The Ben and Skin Show yet.Join Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray as they dive headfirst into the bizarre and troubling news of former Dallas Cowboy Greg Hardy's latest arrest. What starts as a serious discussion quickly spirals into a whirlwind of absurdity, dark humor, and brutally honest sports talk.

Today, we are celebrating an exciting milestone - 300 episodes!  Join us for a special Q&A episode where my assistant, Emily, asks me questions submitted by YOU, the listener! We talk about leadership, growth and all the things I've learned along the way.  This episode is a reminder that growth is a journey and sharing it with others makes it all the more meaningful. Whether this is your first episode or you've been here for some or all of the 300 episodes, THANK YOU! Thanks to our amazing partners on this episode: Tommy John Clothing & Vern Eide Tommy John has thousands of five star reviews for a reason! They sell the most comfortable undershirts, modern polos, and loungewear you'll find. I promise you are gonna love it! Check them out today at tommyjohn.com Vern Eide Motorcars is a growing employee-owned company that offers sales, service, and financing of automotive, motorcycle, and power sports lines, including Acura, Ford, Chevy, GMC, Honda, Hyundai and Mitsubishi brands. Whether you live locally or across the country, visit verneide.com Subscribe to The Conversation on YouTube and watch the full interview: youtube.com/@adamaweber  Sign up for The Crew: adamweber.com/thecrew  

It's a truly special episode of Between Us Moms as Katie sits down with her mom, Carolyn Krause, for a raw, honest, and incredibly relatable mother-daughter conversation. Katie and Carolyn dive deep into the moments that shaped their family, from what broke Carolyn's heart most as Katie was growing up, to the candid realities of raising three kids without a lot of money in the early days -- and what she and her husband fought the most about.Carolyn opens up about the hardships of juggling motherhood, reflecting on her own relationship with her mother (Katie's grandma) and the trauma she experienced. In a revealing segment, she shares whether she felt motherhood deterred her acting career, even recounting a hilarious story involving a good family friend, actor Robert Patrick -- and talks about the infamous casting couch. This episode is packed with invaluable insights, emotional truths, some tears and so much more that every mother and daughter will connect with. She even shares one parenting tip for Katie she wants her to work on! LOL! Don't miss this unforgettable conversation!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trade shows still dominate the event calendar and budgets, but are they delivering the same value they once did? Small-scale experiences are rising in popularity but many teams miss the mark when trying to replicate them.In this honest and tactical episode, Matt Kleinrock sits down with Aleksandra Panyukhina, Experience Marketing Director at Pixelz, to unpack what's actually working right now—and what's getting in the way. From her experience designing intimate, high-impact events to the realities of expensive trade shows with unclear ROI, Aleksandra breaks down the choices every event team is facing in 2025.✅ What defines a “good” trade show—and why so many fall short✅ The overlooked power of small events (and why size isn't the strategy)✅ A framework for evaluating where to invest time, money, and creative energyJoin us live to learn how to future-proof your event strategy and make smarter bets with every show.--------------------- Connect with Aleksandra PanyukhinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/apanyukhina/ Connect with Matt KleinrockLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-kleinrock-9613b22b/   Company: https://rockwayexhibits.com/  

Get ready for a jam-packed episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, recorded live from the Wall Street Conference in Palm Beach, Florida! In this special installment, Lou sits down for inspiring conversations with three dynamic leaders from diverse industries:

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In this episode of Manager Minute, host Carol Pankow sits down with Cora McNabb, Executive Director of Kentucky Combined, for an honest, in-depth conversation about how her agency is responding to the rising fiscal pressures in vocational rehabilitation. Facing skyrocketing service costs in the wake of the pandemic, McNabb shares how Kentucky made the tough but necessary decision to implement an Order of Selection. She walks through the agency's strategic approach, including cost containment measures like staffing freezes, policy changes, and clear, consistent communication. Listeners will gain valuable insights into: ·       Using data to drive timely and effective decisions ·       Building transparency and trust through fiscal openness ·       The power of collaborative leadership in times of change ·       Why engaging RSA early and assembling diverse internal teams makes a difference This episode offers practical advice and real-world examples for VR leaders and decision-makers working to maintain service delivery in a rapidly evolving landscape. Tune in and be inspired to lead with clarity, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. Listen Here   Full Transcript:   Cora: How quickly things can accelerate, because you can be okay one month and then a lot of case service costs hit in the next month. Oh, you're not looking so good.   Carol: Having that bigger group. Looking at the situation, I think more minds make for better observations about what's happening in perspective. You can't do this by yourself   Cora: moving forward, I think that we're going to have deeper dives into the programmatic and fiscal data at our meetings than what we were having.   {Music} Intro Voice: Manager Minute brought to you by the VRTAC for Quality Management, Conversations powered by VR, one manager at a time, one minute at a time. Here is your host Carol Pankow.   Carol: Joining me in the studio today is Cora McNabb, director of Kentucky Combined. Cora, it's so great to see you. Thanks for being here.   Cora: Thanks for having me.   Carol: Well, so over the last five years, the fiscal landscape for the VR program has been shifting, and the pandemic had led to a slowdown in spending as customer demand decreased. But now things are ramping up again, including inflation. In March, I recorded a podcast featuring RSA in Indiana, combined director Theresa Kolezar on this very topic. CSAVR also highlighted it in a general session, and the VRTAC-QM released a tool to help state VR agencies navigate order of selection. Today, I want to have a real time discussion with Cora about how she and her team are navigating the order of selection process in Kentucky. As one of our more seasoned state directors, she's in the midst of working through these challenges, and I think it's important to hear firsthand what that looks like. So let's dig in. So, Cora, can you tell our listeners a bit about yourself and your journey into VR?   Cora: Sure. I started out in the early 90s in a nonprofit organization. I never finished college. And so about that time, my mom died and I decided to go back to college and finish. And I did a practicum in the nonprofit, and from there on, I was hooked. And it was actually a sheltered workshop at that time. And I started out in vocational evaluation. That was around the time, if you remember, supported employment started to grow. And so I had the privilege of starting that and taking over the oversight of the supported employment program. And I was there for about 14 years, and then we moved from Indiana to Kentucky. And I really didn't even want a job right away. But there was an opportunity to be an administrator for the blind agency. And I took that job. And so 20 years later, here I am and I've been the executive director. This is my sixth year.   Carol: Wow. You have a very similar background to me because I started out in that world too, of sheltered work, and then when supported employment came around, ended up leading actually in our state hospital, one of the programs to get our folks out into the community working in supported employment. It was so crazy. I look back at that and how far we've all come. That's pretty cool. So how big is the VR program in Kentucky? Like how many staff and customers do you serve and what's your budget look like to give people kind of a sense of scope?   Cora: Our budget is probably around 90 million. That includes everything. Last year we served about 40,000, and that would be also including pre-employment transition services in there. And so currently we have about 480 staff, of which around 140 of them are VR counseling staff.   Carol: Wow, you are not a small program. I didn't realize you were quite as big as you are. So how has the fiscal landscape changed for your agency over the last five years.   Cora: Our consumer services has really seen an unprecedented increase in cost after Covid 19. The pandemic and in the last several years since 2021, we have seen increases in all areas, applications, eligibilities, cases, employment outcomes as well as the numbers served. And obviously if you've got increases there, you've got increases in expenditures and you have to take into account how the cost of services have increased. Our applications from 2021 till 2024 increased 95%. Our eligibility is 102% and our expenditures increased 72%. Of course, that also meant our employment outcomes increased as well. So we've increased a lot.   Carol: Holy smokes I haven't heard numbers that big? That is huge. You know, I wonder too. Some people have been telling me that the customers that they're seeing now coming in the door are also different than kind of pre-pandemic that they said, folks that they're serving when they're looking at case characteristics are tending to be more complex. And so in addition to kind of everything going up, the individuals needing service need more things. And so the cost per case has also gone up. Has that been the case for you all?   Cora: Yes. The cost per case has also gone up.   Carol: Interesting. So, you know, during the times of plenty when the message was spend, spend, spend. What kind of strategies did you implement at that time? Because I remember you back then going like, oh my gosh, we gotta, we have to spend all this money.   Cora: Yes we did. We had a lot. We had like a full year of carryover. We increased tuition costs. You know what we paid for tuition. We suspended cost sharing or the financial needs testing. We suspended that we gave raises and we hired additional staff because the demand and, you know, we had long wait times in some of our more urban areas. And so we added additional staff to handle the caseloads.   Carol: Yeah. I remember you saying way back when, I think you had a region where you couldn't get counselors for quite some time. It was way over a year, and you were just dying to get those salary increases to see if you could get folks in. So are you now covered statewide with staff?   Cora: Yes. Since we have implemented the wages and then staff got additional wages as well, you know, annually through the state fiscal year, our turnover went from around 44% to about 2 to 3%. So we have a very stable workforce, which I think also contributed to how many people we were serving in cases that we were seeing.   Carol: So that's pretty amazing. So you can see all the, how the strategies are playing out. You know you are keeping your staff. That's been good. But then all the other pieces that you put into play, like suspending, cost sharing and all of that. What are you finding is happening today?   Cora: Well, we know that agencies rising costs against the estimated expenditures that we have in the available funding has what has pressed us to look at entering order of selection, because we know that at the end of the year, we will have spent more than what we have if we don't.   Carol: So what steps have you been taking to implement the order of selection?   Cora: A lot. We looked at both fiscal and programmatic. We did fiscal forecasting from 2021 through 2024. We looked at four years and we analyzed that data for all areas, referrals for applications. We looked at attrition costs. We looked at the applicants in each priority category by their status. We looked at our assessment cost for that time period. We looked at our attrition cost. We have consulted with our state rehab council. We've held public hearings. We're currently waiting for approval from RSA through the process for the state plan amendment. Through that process, RSA identified that we had duplicative language in our priority categories. For category one and two. We use the word most in both of those categories, but we defined it out by functional capacity. And they had not noticed that before. So they came back and told us we would have to either close one and two, or leave one and two open. And leaving two open is not an option for us. We have to close category two, so we are going to have to close all four categories while we work on addressing the issue with those priority definitions. So that's going to require obviously additional public hearings and a policy and regulatory change. So that has kind of complicated the process for us. But we need to correct that. And we started that process with our state rehab council. On Monday, we had a session where we're beginning to look at those priority categories. We also held training of staff. We've held one training and we have another one scheduled for next week. We've worked collaboratively with our cabinet leadership and the governor's office. They both have been very supportive, developed communication plan. So it's a lot. It's a long process really.   Carol: Well, it is a lot. I was thinking about that kind of the political piece of it because sometimes folks forget, you know, there's the mechanics of it. Do you have your policy in place, you know, and how's that all rolling in training of staff and doing your amendment. But politically, sometimes you will get pushback from the higher ups going, we don't want you to do this. We don't want you to go on an order, but you're not experiencing that. You are getting support.   Cora: No. And of course, we don't want to go into order selection either. So we're going to work as quickly as possible to get those definition changes done. And our policy changed, you know, the regs. But we want to make sure we do that in a quality manner because how you define those priority categories is important.   Carol: Yeah absolutely. So where are you at then in the process with getting your state plan amendment approved by RSA?   Cora: We're just waiting on it. We have sent it back and now we're waiting. We're hoping to implement by May 1st. So we're just waiting to get that back.   Carol: Yeah. So you're coming on kind of quick, too. There's, uh. Well, I shouldn't say quick. You've been working on this for a while. There's a number of states that are in the throes of various stages of working it through. One thing you said is this takes a lot of time. And I know people have called as of late, like, even in the last week or two, and they're like, we need to implement an order right away. Like, we need to go on by May 1st. And this is like an April 1st timeframe. And I'm like, that's not even possible.   Cora: No. And it is a cumbersome process. But when you think about how important the decisions are that you make, I guess it would be hard not to have a process that takes time and a lot of thought, and you need to look at everything thoroughly.   Carol: I know one of the big pieces that folks from the feds, you know, RSA will talk about is cost containment strategies, trying to look at any kind of cost containment strategies you can put in place first, or kind of alongside as you're looking at implementing an order to help, kind of rein in the expenditures. So what kind of cost containment strategies have you put into place, or are you guys looking at putting into place?   Cora: Yeah, back in I guess probably September in the fall was a telling month. We looked at that and went, whoa, our costs were way up. And of course we knew there was tuition in there. But even in spite of that, they were way up. And we saw that trend beginning to be there. And so we started to look at more data. And so in January, we stopped all out of state travel. That was, you know, funded through the VR grant. All personnel actions were put on hold. We are now in the process of looking at our contractual agreements and reducing them where we can. We also, here in Central Office, are going to consolidate some of our space, give up some of the vacant cubes that we have. And another thing that we've been looking at off and on for the last several months, our hearing aid costs, and we did release some temporary staff and some initial probation staff, which was very hard.   Carol: That is hard. None of these things are easy to do for sure. It's very painful. I've been hearing from people all over where they're having to do very similar types of things, and you've had a little bit longer on ramp because you've been noticing this since last fall. It isn't like, hello, today you just got this notice, like, say from Jake going, Cora, you don't have any money, which is happening. Other people, they're not having access to any financial information about the program. And it's really super troublesome because you can't be in control of the allocation and expenditure of your funds as the VR director, when you don't even get a financial report.   Cora: Right. That would be very concerning.   Carol: And you've really had to navigate that because you've had many different structural changes in Kentucky with where that fiscal folks land. I mean, they used to be with you, and then now you've got them way at the cabinet level. So it's a whole different picture.   Cora: Yeah. Through looking at those, we get a weekly report, we get a lot of reports. And it was looking at that where we begin to see the percentage of differences start to change. And I think, you know, if you get regular reports controlling your administrative costs are not that difficult. It's those case services costs because plans are written and money is obligated. And once that starts, unless you're running that data and really looking at it ongoing, in which this is something that we've learned, we will be looking at more data and different data going forward as we maneuver through this. You know, how many plans are in place implemented. All of that is really important to look at ahead of time, because you can see what's coming, because once they're implemented and those services are on the plan, the trains on the track and it's going.   Carol: That's right. You're talking about this and looking at this, who's the we? So I know it's you and Susie, but who's the we that's looking at the data? Do you have an expanded team looking at it? Who do you include in that?   Cora: Our leadership team, my division directors. And then also the cabinet fiscal staff.   Carol: This is sage advice because I think some leaders have had a tendency to want to keep this close to the vest, like they know there's a problem, but they're not wanting to include a bigger group. And I just need to, like, make a pitch right here. Having that group involved, like your leadership team and the fiscal people in the cabinet and having that bigger group looking at the situation, I think more minds make for better, you know, observations about what's happening in perspective.   Cora: Right.   Carol: You know, you can't do this by yourself.   Cora: No you can't.   Carol: Yeah. I'm really glad that you're doing that. So what kind of advice would you have for your colleagues across the country who are wrestling with these similar issues? What are things that you found that have been helpful for you working through this?   Cora: Well, I think to know that you're not alone in it, and it is a very difficult decision. Once you make the decision, I think it's important to act quickly and be confident, because it's really easy to blame yourself that you know you didn't do a good job, or that you have let the disability community down in your state. The grants very complicated and all the processes surrounding it, I think are complicated and challenging. I think the more people that you surround yourself with and making all those decisions, the better. It's very important. It's kind of like we ran a data set today and sent it to Jake, and I didn't think about did it have pre edits in it? And Jake came back and said, does this have presets in it? Because the data can be deceiving in itself too. And then know that how quickly things can accelerate, because you can be okay one month and then a lot of case service costs hit in the next month. Oh you're not looking so good. And the fiscal forecasting group has been great to be a part of all of those groups. The new fiscal forecasting tool. There's all kinds of tools that are out there. And then I know I always say this for those states where they don't have those relationships somehow be working on them, because without them you're not going to be successful.   Carol: Yeah, that's all very good advice. I do want to dig in for a minute on the data, because I know folks like to look at different things. What have you found to be most helpful to you and the leadership team when you're talking about the data? What are the kinds of things you guys are looking at that have been really impactful? And is there any way that they're displayed or something that has been more helpful to you?   Cora: Well, I think the annual cost of services over time, looking at that historical data, how many referrals that you have, how many applications that are currently in the hopper, the attrition cost, looking at those help. Because if you know about 38% of your cost, that is going to you know, those authorizations are not going to go to payment. That helps just all kinds of data, really. And looking at it by priority category. And one of the things Susie and I have talked a lot about is, and RSA mentioned to us is, are we too top heavy in one priority category over another one? Because then that makes it difficult as you are looking at closing. And that's kind of what happened to us, by the way, that we define those functional limitations. Now we're kind of stuck until we get our definitions changed. We have to close both one and two, and that's not what we wanted to do. We wanted to leave one open and just close two.   Carol: How many categories do you have?   Cora: We have four.   Carol: Okay. Because I know I've seen people have even like 5 or 6. And I feel like the more you finely slice and dice those, they end up almost becoming irrelevant in a way, because you might have a half a percent of people in a category. So you go, you're closing this. And it's confusing to the counselors, like, how am I finally finding this? It makes it harder to implement and it's causing you more grief really.   Cora: Yes. I think that we're going to try to simplify ours as we move forward.   Carol: Yeah, that sounds really good. Have you had to do anything in particular to help people get comfortable, like in understanding and interpreting the data? Because I know sometimes folks, you know, everybody's minds just work differently. And so you could have a report. And for some people it's super obvious. Oh yeah. Like you can interpret that and it says x, y, z. Other folks are like it just looks like Greek on a page. Have you had to do anything to help kind of with like data literacy?   Cora: Well, it's interesting that you say that because informing the public and the public hearings, I think that was difficult for individuals because and part of that is probably they just don't simply want to see it because they don't want us to close the categories. You know, because it's not it's not a good thing to do. But I think once we presented the data and would show what large percentages of increase that we had, that people would go, oh yeah, and our state rehab council, they were very supportive and could see that. But I think just the general public, it's more difficult, probably because it's their child or their, you know, grandchild and it's just more difficult. So that has been difficult getting everyone to understand it. That's a good point, though. The data sometimes is difficult to accept.   Carol: Well, it definitely lends to that whole when you have a communication plan, you're really talking differently to different groups because you've got obviously kind of your higher ups in the politicals and you've got your own staff and the consumers and then the other stakeholders. So the messaging may look different just because you're trying to communicate in a way that people can understand what's going on. Right? Absolutely. Yeah. So what are you projecting for the future? Now we've gotten the, you know, continuing resolution came, the money came, which is good. What are you looking at when you look out a year or two? What are you thinking.   Cora: In my crystal ball? I don't know really what to expect. So hoping that our funding stays stable. The cola was great. That was a great surprise for all of us. And getting that and you know, moving forward, I think that we're going to have deeper dives into the programmatic and fiscal data at our meetings than what we were having, making sure that we're marrying those two together. Because if you just look at one and goodness, if you're not looking at it at all, then you really are having difficulty. I feel like we have some hope knowing that the rest of the award did come, and we need to build that carry forward money back up, not to the point where we had it, but we have to have that.   Carol: Yeah, I know RSA said recently about, you know, building that money up, but they were like, you really should in this time of continuing resolutions, their rule of thumb is you should have at least two months of kind of cash available so that you're not scrambling when we're waiting to see what's happening with the CR or whatever. And I know some of the agencies have been closer to the vest, like they're kind of right on the penny with every dollar that's come in is getting spent. So it is good to have a little bit of a reserve.   Cora: I think this is the first time in six years that we've gotten to the, you know, and I imagine there are other states that have really expended almost all their money because we were, what, six months in?   Carol: Yeah.   Cora: Yeah.   Carol: People cried. People cried. When the new GAN came out. I talked to over a dozen directors. People were yelling and had tears of joy. People were just overwhelmed because it has been so stressful. And folks, not sleeping at night. You know, it's it's been tough, very tough. So I definitely think you have great advice for folks. So if you're not looking at your data, you need to. And if you're only looking at it one way, and I know a couple folks were caught off guard that way, they really weren't kind of marrying up what was happening programmatically with the fiscal data. They weren't looking at both sides of the picture. And like you said, you had that just Ginormous increase of applications and eligibilities and all these folks coming in the door and the people have changed. If you aren't looking at all of that through that lens and then looking at what's happening over here financially, you're kind of missing a really critical piece. And it does bring your fiscal side of the house together with the program people, which is so important.   Cora: Right.   Carol: Yeah.   Cora: When you see those increases, then you should mentally note right away you're going to see expenditures increase.   Carol: Yeah. Well, and I like that you said to Jake was able you weren't sure on the one data. You know, did it include the Pre-ETS or not. And Jake, at the cabinet level, RSA knew enough because he's gotten so involved in the program, knows enough to call you and go, hey, Cora, does this data include the Pre-ETS? That's what we want across the country. We want fiscal staff to understand enough about the program that they can have that realization to ask a darn question like, what is this inclusive of? Above, right? Yeah, that is great.   Cora: And care.   Carol: And care. Absolutely. Like that leads to a lot. Oh my gosh. Well, Cora, I just I think the world of you, you've been one of our longer term standing directors, even at the amount of years you've had in now doing this. We've just had such a turnover, and I continue to see that, we had two more directors leaving last week. It just does not stop. So I think one great piece of advice from you, though, is including that leadership team. You can't just have one person in the agency that understands everything going on because that person walks out the door. It is tough to recover because everybody else left behind has no clue what's going on.   Cora: Right.   Carol: Well, thank you, Cora, I really appreciate you having this conversation. And for folks that are listening, definitely remember, you can always reach out to us at the QM. You can also reach out to your RSA state team. They are super helpful as you're facing these really tough decisions you're making. And if you're considering going on an order of selection, I say involve RSA early. Early in the process. Cora knows it's a long road to hoe. There's a lot of things that have to be covered, but it's important because you're making a very important decision, so you don't want to leave any stone unturned for sure.   Cora: No. They've been a great support for us. We have a great team at RSA that we work with.   Carol: I love that. Well, thanks, Cora, I hope you have a great day.   Cora: Appreciate it. Bye bye.   {Music} Outro Voice: Conversations powered by VR, one manager at a time, one minute at a time, brought to you by the VR TAC for Quality Management. Catch all of our podcast episodes by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Thanks for listening!

Gordon Wittenmyer gets candid about the Reds' lack of spending (Hour 1) full 2685 Sun, 01 Jun 2025 18:15:23 +0000 nwqH9y0sbYWs6wnqU6GLBsd5BMxAW1A5 sports Hit & Run with Matt Spiegel sports Gordon Wittenmyer gets candid about the Reds' lack of spending (Hour 1) Hit & Run is a Chicago baseball staple, airing Sundays at 9 a.m. on 670 The Score during the MLB season. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperw

Arizona Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon understands it's a pivotal season in the desert. J.G. gets candid talking Kyler Murray and expectations entering his third season at the helm of the Cards. How he expects K1 to perform in a make-or-break campaign and how the Redbirds' top rookies are acclimating during OTAs. Don't miss Jonathan Gannon rejoin Johnny Venerable & Bo Brack on the PHNX Cardinals Podcast! #kylermurray #azcardinals #arizonacardinals #jonathangannon #nfl SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKaPEqS_Mc6eGNNBQN1QgQw Website: http://gophnx.com/ PHNX Locker: PHNXLocker.com Social Twitter: @PHNX_Sports Instagram: @PHNX_Sports

Join Rich Redmond and Jim McCarthy as they dive deep with Dango Cellen, a versatile drummer who's played with Scott Stapp, Amber Pacific, and Hawthorne Heights. Discover the secrets of surviving and thriving in the music industry, balancing multiple gigs, and maintaining passion through decades of drumming. Timed Highlights: [0:05] - Dango's Impressive Musical Journey [0:15] - Nashville's Drumming Hustle Culture [0:30] - Broadway Gigs and Musical Flexibility [0:45] - Teaching Philosophy and Mentoring Young Musicians [1:00] - Punk Rock Roots and Evolving Drumming Style [1:15] - Gear Talk: Drums, Cymbals, and Endorsements [1:30] - Balancing Family Life and Musical Career [1:45] - Financial Strategies for Musicians [2:00] - Personal Beliefs and Approach to Life and Music Don't miss this inspiring conversation with a true professional who embodies the spirit of musical dedication and creativity!     The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!   Follow Rich:   @richredmond www.richredmond.com   Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.   Follow Jim:     @jimmccarthy www.jmvos.com   The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Co www.itsyourshow.co                  

Tune in for a live chat with Nigerian actor- Ayo Solanke, who plays "Ryan" in new Netflix series "BET".

Step into Episode 166 of ‘On the Del'o as David DeLorenzo shares his candid journey with thinning hair in “Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow.” In this episode, Delo opens up about everything from childhood cowlicks to testing red-light helmets, revealing how confidence, genetics, and lifestyle all intertwine when it comes to keeping—or shaving—your locks.Explore Delo's insights on the emotional side of hair loss, the booming $4 billion hair-care industry, and the practical, science-backed routine he's followed for two years—complete with microneedling, Minoxidil, and nutrient-dense eating. Whether you're curious about transplants, thinking of a clean shave, or just want healthier hair, this conversation offers humor, hard truths, and actionable tips.Chapter Guide (Timestamps):(0:00 - 3:08) Introduction: Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow(3:09 - 6:29) From Genetics to Confidence: Delo's Hair Story(6:30 - 10:21) Gray Hair, Self-Acceptance, and Emotional Triggers(10:22 - 14:56) Hair Loss and Identity: To Shave or Not to Shave(14:57 - 18:03) Transplants, Costs, and Confidence in Career & Dating(18:04 - 21:38) Delo's Protocol: Red Light, Supplements, and Routine(21:39 - 26:43) Microneedling, Minoxidil, and Long-Term Results(26:44 - 30:59) Industry Facts, Ancient Remedies & Final Thoughts(31:00 - 33:23) Bald Rock Stars, Confidence, and Embracing the JourneyThis episode is packed with humor, heartfelt reflections, and actionable tips for anyone navigating hair loss or simply aiming for healthier habits. Whether you're weighing a hair transplant or rocking a buzz cut, tune in for relatable stories and motivation to own your look.

In episode 124, we are joined by Congressman Greg Landsman, who helps us break down Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill” AKA the “Big Bullshit Bill”. Shoutout to the Congressman for being the FIRST federal-level elected official to be on United SHE Stands!Representative Greg Landsman is a father and husband who is proud to call Southwest Ohio home. Before joining the U.S. House of Representatives in 2023, Greg served on the Cincinnati City Council for five years where he led investments in public safety and core services. Greg also led the effort to establish the City of Cincinnati's first-ever Office of Ethics and Good Government as well as the Balanced Development Scorecard to increase trust in local government and transparency in the development process.Greg has spent his entire career advocating for children and families, especially those most marginalized. Prior to his time in elected office, Greg was a public school teacher and worked in education advocacy as the Executive Director of the Strive Partnership.Greg also served as the Director of Faith-based and Community Initiatives under former Ohio Governor Ted Strickland. There, he led Ohio's efforts to help local churches and synagogues provide education and food programs in their communities.A pragmatic leader, Greg has a long history of working with broad, bipartisan coalitions to get good, meaningful things done. In 2016, Greg led a successful ballot measure to pass the Cincinnati Preschool Promise, a program which provides two years of quality preschool education for every three- and four-year-old in Cincinnati. In 2018, he built a coalition of Democrats, Republicans, labor organizations, business leaders, and community members to pass the largest investment in transportation and infrastructure in Hamilton County's history.Greg earned a bachelor's degree in Economics and Political Science from Ohio University and a master's degree in Theology from Harvard University. Greg and his wife, Sarah, live in Cincinnati with their two children, Maddie and Elijah.Resources:* Greg Landsman* Greg Landsman - Congress website* X/Twitter* Instagram* TikTok* Bluesky* LinktreeConnect with USS:* Substack* Instagram* TikTokThis episode was edited by Kevin Tanner. Learn more about him and his services here:* Website* Instagram Get full access to United SHE Stands at www.unitedshestands.com/subscribe

Today we release part two of our first Arts Grant Panel interview. Since artists and arts organizations were left scrambling for support this spring due to the budget cuts at the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities, we decided to launch our first panel discussion with experts who have experience as grant writers, grantors and grantees. Our goal is to shed light on grant funding and provide suggestions entities should consider when writing for grants. Joining us are: David Holmes, an Educational Programming Manager at Candid, where he helps nonprofits and individuals find funding. He also coordinates national trainings and educational programming for the Midwest region. https://candid.org/Diane Scott, The Director of Artist Services at the Regional Arts Organization Mid-America Arts Alliance, She is the founding director and principal designer of the Artist INC professional development program. Now in its 16th year, Artist INC programs have been offered in eight states and completed by more than 2,500 artists. https://artistinc.art/about/artist-services-team/ and https://www.dianerscott.com/aboutDrew Tucker is a vibraphonist, educator, and national arts leader redefining what it means to be an artist and advocate today. As Director of the Jazz Road program at South Arts, he oversees millions in national grant funding to support jazz artists across the country. https://www.southarts.org/about/staff-and-board-directors and  https://www.itsnotaxylophone.com/​If you want to apply for an arts grant, make sure you listen to this interview! 

Journalist and media personality Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to discuss the latest news and events in Chicago. Candace talks about Chef Art Smith’s nonprofit ‘Common Threads,’ Steppenwolf Theatre’s 50th anniversary party, Goodman Theatre’s 100th celebration, and more.

Rich and Jim dive deep with Nashville drummer, songwriter, and storyteller Vince Santoro. From his early days playing drums in Washington D.C. to becoming a staple in Nashville's music scene, Vince shares his incredible journey through music, including his work with Felix Cavalieri, Rodney Crowell, and his upcoming solo record "Exposed". Timed Highlights: [0:05] - Vince's early musical influences: Beatles, Kinks, Stones, and Hendrix [0:15] - Nashville's evolving music and food scene [0:25] - Vince's journey from D.C. to becoming a Nashville musician [0:35] - His role as Secretary Treasurer of the Nashville Musicians Association [0:45] - Playing with legendary artists like Edgar Winter and Felix Cavalieri [0:55] - Behind-the-scenes of his unique one-man show combining drumming and storytelling [1:05] - Details about his new solo record "Exposed" [1:15] - Discussing songwriting process and musical inspirations   The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!   Follow Rich:   @richredmond www.richredmond.com   Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.   Follow Jim:     @jimmccarthy www.jmvos.com   The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Co www.itsyourshow.co

In this powerful and emotionally charged broadcast, Tara addresses listener reactions to her ongoing warnings about the COVID-19 vaccine and the censorship she faced while trying to speak out. She shares personal family struggles, including her father's health issues post-vaccine, and plays explosive testimony from OB-GYN Dr. James Thorp on adverse pregnancy outcomes tied to the shot. The episode also shifts focus to rising antisemitism and left-wing extremism on college campuses, linking recent attacks to radical ideologies. Tara connects the dots between government institutions, media suppression, and a growing threat to both Jewish communities and the broader American way of life. A raw, unfiltered episode filled with revelations, outrage, and calls for accountability.

John Chambers led Cisco through the rise of the internet—transforming it into the world's most valuable company at its peak.On this week's Grit, the former Cisco CEO unpacks how he scaled the business from $70M to $50B+, pioneered M&A as a growth strategy with 180 acquisitions, and built what many called the best sales force in tech.Now leading his own venture firm, Chambers shares how he's backing the next generation of AI-native startups.Guest: John T. Chambers, Former Cisco Executive Chairman & CEO, JC2 Ventures Founder & CEOChapters: 00:00 Trailer00:45 Introduction01:45 Track record, relationships, trust13:21 Acquisitions every year17:32 Product-focused24:40 Family, dyslexia, and without shame30:46 Wang Laboratories35:59 Ready being CEO40:17 Reinventing your business50:08 Numbers don't lie54:09 Sales calls and making mistakes56:20 Adapting leadership style1:06:32 Best leadership year ever1:13:35 A busy, exhausting schedule1:22:07 Candid with me1:25:21 What “grit” means to John1:26:43 OutroMentioned in this episode: John Doerr, OpenAI, Wang Laboratories, IBM, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Apple Inc., Meta Platforms, FMC Corporation, DuPont de Nemours, Inc., John Mortgage, Don Valentine, Sequoia Capital, Alcatel Mobile, Lucent Technologies, Inc., Verizon Communications Inc., AT&T Inc., Rick Justice, Pankage Patel, Larry Carter, CNBC, Jim Cramer, George Kurtz, CrowdStrike, Randy Pond, Rebecca Jacoby, Mel SelcherLinks:Connect with JohnXLinkedInConnect with JoubinXLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.comLearn more about Kleiner Perkins

Today in the vet’s office, Dr. Josie Horchak welcomes her longtime friend and vet school classmate, Dr. Daniela Korec, a veterinary oncologist with a deep passion for helping pets and their people navigate the cancer journey. From the most common types of cancer in pets to the misconceptions around prevention, Daniela and Josie dive into it all — including the hot-button topic of using ivermectin and supplements as treatments. Dr. Korec breaks down how chemotherapy for pets differs from human treatment (hint: most pets tolerate it surprisingly well!) and even shares which dog breeds lose their hair and how it grows back differently. Plus, she gives her unfiltered take on what *not* to do as a pet owner in the oncology office — like trusting breeders over licensed vets. It’s an honest, informative, and eye-opening episode every pet parent should hear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.