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Today we're going to talk about easy video editors things. Some of your friends and colleagues are making videos are just gorgeous. And, you know, they're clunky and don't have any idea what they're doing, but they're still making these gorgeous videos. They're probably using one of these tools that I'm going to tell you about. Video Weekend - https://screwthecommute.com/videoweekend/ CapCut - https://www.capcut.com/ Captions AI - https://www.captions.ai/ Descript - https://www.descript.com/ Screw The Commute Podcast Show Notes Episode 1020 How To Automate Your Business - https://screwthecommute.com/automatefree/ Internet Marketing Training Center - https://imtcva.org/ Higher Education Webinar – https://screwthecommute.com/webinars See Tom's Stuff – https://linktr.ee/antionandassociates 00:23 Tom's introduction to Easy Video Editors 02:10 Video editing is so much easier now 04:03 Captions and transcriptions are very important 06:38 Translating and ad generation is available 08:50 Removing background noise and creating reels Entrepreneurial Resources Mentioned in This Podcast Higher Education Webinar - https://screwthecommute.com/webinars Screw The Commute - https://screwthecommute.com/ Screw The Commute Podcast App - https://screwthecommute.com/app/ College Ripoff Quiz - https://imtcva.org/quiz Know a young person for our Youth Episode Series? Send an email to Tom! - orders@antion.com Have a Roku box? Find Tom's Public Speaking Channel there! - https://channelstore.roku.com/details/267358/the-public-speaking-channel How To Automate Your Business - https://screwthecommute.com/automatefree/ Internet Marketing Retreat and Joint Venture Program - https://greatinternetmarketingtraining.com/ KickStartCart - http://www.kickstartcart.com/ Copywriting901 - https://copywriting901.com/ Become a Great Podcast Guest - https://screwthecommute.com/greatpodcastguest Training - https://screwthecommute.com/training Disabilities Page - https://imtcva.org/disabilities/ Tom's Patreon Page - https://screwthecommute.com/patreon/ Tom on TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@digitalmultimillionaire/ Email Tom: Tom@ScrewTheCommute.com Internet Marketing Training Center - https://imtcva.org/ Related Episodes Phone Tips - https://screwthecommute.com/1019/ More Entrepreneurial Resources for Home Based Business, Lifestyle Business, Passive Income, Professional Speaking and Online Business I discovered a great new headline / subject line / subheading generator that will actually analyze which headlines and subject lines are best for your market. I negotiated a deal with the developer of this revolutionary and inexpensive software. Oh, and it's good on Mac and PC. Go here: http://jvz1.com/c/41743/183906 The Wordpress Ecourse. Learn how to Make World Class Websites for $20 or less. https://screwthecommute.com/wordpressecourse/ Join our Private Facebook Group! One week trial for only a buck and then $37 a month, or save a ton with one payment of $297 for a year. Click the image to see all the details and sign up or go to https://www.greatinternetmarketing.com/screwthecommute/ After you sign up, check your email for instructions on getting in the group.
Meta launched Edits, a mobile video editing app for iOS and Android, targeting creators and business users and competing with ByteDance's CapCut. Edits integrates with Instagram accounts and offers features such as green screen, timeline editing, frame rate selection, automatic captions, an audio library, AI-powered animation, and a teleprompter. The app includes tabs for ideas, inspiration, project management, recording, and performance insights. Edits is currently free, mobile-only, and has fewer advanced features and a smaller music library than CapCut, which offers a paid subscription and web access. Meta plans to update Edits and may introduce paid features in the future.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rene Dallo, ReneeDalo.com, a wedding planner and educator who will be presenting on Instagram reel techniques. The discussion focused on social media content creation strategies in the wedding industry, with Renee sharing her experience of evolving from dismissing video content to embracing it as a marketing tool. They explored various aspects of content creation, including the importance of authenticity, consistency, and automation, while also discussing the challenges of balancing professional content with personal presence across different social media platforms. CapCut. ManyChat. Vanessa Van Edwards, ScienceOfPeople.com. @ReneeDalo.
Sorry for the bar at the bottom, CapCut didn't let me export it due to me using "pro features". Anyways, ENJOY!!!
If you've ever found yourself way too deep in your camera roll trying to figure out what video to edit next or wondering why your content feels all over the place, this episode is for you.I'm walking you through my video editing journey, from my early days using InShot (literal lifesaver) to why I've now moved over to CapCut... and also, what's frustrating me about it. It's not just about tools though. This episode is about building a repeatable, recognisable style that saves you time and helps your content stand out, even when you're low on energy or inspiration.Let's talk about how creating a signature series changed the game for me. It took the guesswork out of editing and helped me build a brand that people actually remember. If you're craving ease, clarity and creativity in your editing process, you'll want to hear this.Oh, and… I'm running a Signature Series Challenge this August! Want in? Click here ➡️ https://alisha-marfatia.mykajabi.com/offers/KA9Zk2u3/checkout –Want more?1. Hit follow! New episodes of She Got Lucky drop every Tuesday.2. Get my FREE 5-Day Reels Challenge - perfect if you're a coach or service business and you've been taking a break from reels or need to rediscover your reels mojo. This is the perfect place to start!➡️ https://alisha-marfatia.mykajabi.com/freereelschallenge 3. Want to be on the podcast? Send Alisha a voice message via Instagram with your own 'She Got Lucky' Story or a question you'd like have your question answered in an upcoming episode. You can also follow her on her Insta to be updated!➡️ https://www.instagram.com/thesocialimpact.co/ 4. Connect with Alisha on LinkedIn ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisha-marfatia/
Text me Your email for my Booking LinkIn this special crossover episode, Michael Jay of Yoga Biz Champ and Tyler Valencia of the KIPS Podcast go deep into the real-world ways they're using AI to run and grow their businesses. Whether you're a yoga studio owner or a solo fitness pro, this chat is packed with insight into how AI is streamlining marketing, improving communication, and helping business owners stay ahead—without losing their human touch.This isn't theory—it's how we're actually using AI every day for better emails, easier content, client retention strategies, and business clarity.What We Cover:* AI tools for smarter email, SEO, and marketing (ChatGPT, Grammarly, Gemini)* Using transcripts + prompts to generate content, titles, and newsletters* Studio-specific uses: retention issues, content bottlenecks, and automations* CapCut, Adobe Podcast, Zoom AI, and other tools we personally use* How to feed AI your tone, values, and brand identity (so it sounds like you)* Why the human touch still matters—and when not to rely on AIJuly 2025 Coaching Note:
C'est une bataille de titans qui agite en ce moment le petit monde de l'intelligence artificielle générative vidéo. Aux avant-postes, Google, avec son impressionnant VEO 3, impose sa puissance… mais à un prix. Comptez jusqu'à 200 euros par mois pour profiter pleinement des performances de cette IA surdouée. Et Google n'est pas seul sur le champ de bataille : OpenAI avec Sora, Runway Gen-3, Kling, SeaDance... Tous ces géants ont un point commun : ils font payer – cher – un service qui reste extrêmement gourmand en puissance de calcul. Face à cette avalanche d'outils premium, certaines plateformes tentent de proposer des alternatives plus accessibles. Hailuo AI, par exemple, réduit les coûts mais impose des filigranes ou des temps d'attente parfois longs. Et puis, il y a Vheer. Un nom encore peu connu… mais qui pourrait bien faire parler de lui.Vheer, c'est l'outsider qui bouscule les codes. Accessible en ligne, sans inscription, l'outil propose de générer des vidéos courtes… gratuitement. Pas de watermark, pas de compte à créer, et une interface simple qui accepte les formats classiques : carré, paysage, portrait. Le tout, en seulement quelques minutes de traitement. Autant dire que ça intrigue. Alors bien sûr, il y a des limites. D'abord, Vheer ne transforme pas encore un texte en vidéo directement. Il faut lui fournir une image. Mais l'astuce, c'est que l'appli propose aussi une fonction de génération d'image via prompt. Autrement dit, vous tapez une idée, il crée une image… que vous transformez ensuite en clip.La durée, elle, est limitée à cinq secondes – un recul récent face à l'afflux de demandes. Mais en rusant un peu, on peut enchaîner les clips à partir de l'image finale du précédent, et les assembler dans un logiciel comme CapCut ou Premiere. Autre conseil : téléchargez vite vos créations, car sans compte, rien n'est conservé. Et ce n'est pas tout. Suppression de fond, OCR, édition d'images… Vheer regorge de fonctions IA, toutes gratuites pour le moment. Une chose est sûre : si le modèle évolue, profitez-en tant qu'il est encore ouvert à tous. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
Ever wondered why some podcast clips explode with 200K views while yours barely hit double digits? In this high-impact episode of The Rajni Show, we uncover the real secrets behind viral podcast clips in 2025. No fluff—just battle-tested tactics and content creation tools that work.Rajni breaks down the anatomy of a viral podcast clip, revealing how tension, clarity, and emotion drive engagement. You'll learn why storytelling always beats tips, how short-form podcast content can boost growth, and how smart editing—think CapCut, VEED.io, and Descript—can turn your raw audio into share-worthy magic.From viral examples to emotional hooks, and a 3-minute rant on subtitles (yes, they're non-negotiable), this episode is a goldmine for podcasters, content creators, and digital entrepreneurs looking to scale their reach.
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Send us a textFor the first time in over 20 years, Australia is overhauling its privacy legislation in a big way, and the small business exemption is gone. If you're running a business with under $3 million turnover and thought you could skip having a privacy policy, those days are behind us. Today, we're talking about why this isn't just bureaucratic mumbo jumbo - it's about trust, credibility and not getting caught scrambling when it's too late.AI is a fascinating and valuable tool, but it comes with serious responsibilities around client data that most business owners aren't thinking about. I'm taking you through what you need to know about the AI platforms you're using, why those days of just clicking 'I agree' are over and how to safely integrate AI without taking chances with sensitive information. Plus, the transparency rules you need to follow when AI interacts with your customers.From getting your privacy policy sorted to understanding exactly what your AI tools do with your data, we're covering the practical steps to keep your business running smoothly and legally. Including a real-life example about CapCut's terms that could cost you ownership of your content - and why reading the fine print has never been more important.Episode Website: https://tmsolicitor.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/privacy-law-ai-what-small-businesses-need-to-knowSign up for my fortnightly Briefing Notes hereDiscover the Masterclass Series hereCheck Your Legals with the Essential Legal Checklist hereBook a Free 20-minute Initial Consult with me hereJoin me on Instagram here
(SKIP TO 6:00 TO SKIP INTRO) Hey everyone and welcome back to the Podcast!! In today's epsiode, we tuned into another audio story about teen Liam, who experiences how a lash out on his sister, allowed God to councel and correct him through Conviction. Often a feeling of regret, uneasiness, and discomfort when we sin or do something that is wrong. Although God does not put conviction in our spirits to make us shameful or to condemn us, it is brought to make us more aware of our wrongdoings. Giving us the chance to change, repent, and to grow closer to God's rightousness. Godly grief (conviction) = salvation! Rejoice! So, what did Liam choose to do after being convicted of his attitude towards his sister? Did he apologize? Did he dust it off? Watch to find out, and to learn more!
CapCut ha aggiornato i Termini di Servizio e ha scatenato un'ondata di polemiche. Il punto critico è una licenza perpetua, globale e royalty-free che consente alla piattaforma e a terzi di usare, modificare e distribuire i tuoi contenuti. Una TikToker ha denunciato tutto in un video virale da milioni di visualizzazioni parlando di “furto”, ma la realtà è meno (o forse più) allarmante...Il copyright resta tuo. Ma, come già succede su altre piattaforme (e nel video dico quali), usi il servizio in cambio della possibilità per loro di usare i tuoi contenuti anche a fini promozionali. La clausola non è nuova: è la sua chiarezza che ha fatto scattare lo scandalo. E se ci sono contenuti di Brand o Clienti che finiscono in promozioni?Il problema non è tanto legale quanto culturale: la maggior parte degli utenti accetta i Termini d'Uso senza leggerli. Quando emergono certe dinamiche, si parla di crisi. Ma si tratta, in realtà, di una crisi di consapevolezza: gli strumenti ''gratuiti'' (o quasi, rispetto ai competitor) hanno sempre un prezzo. A volte in denaro, ma molto spesso in contenuti e dati.CapCut va quindi disinstallato? Solo se ora scopri che queste condizioni non ti stanno più bene.Ma dovevi accorgertene prima, forse!Hai mai cambiato un'app dopo aver letto i suoi termini d'uso?~~~~~ INGAGGI E SPONSORSHIP ~~~~~ Per contatti commerciali: sales@matteoflora.comPer consulenze legali: info@42LawFirm.it~~~~~ SOSTIENI IL CANALE! ~~~~~Con la Membership PRO puoi supportare il Canale » https://link.mgpf.it/proSe vuoi qui la mia attrezzatura » https://mgpf.it/attrezzatura~~~~~ SEGUIMI ANCHE ONLINE CON LE NOTIFICHE! ~~~~~» CANALE WHATSAPP » https://link.mgpf.it/wa» CANALE TELEGRAM » https://mgpf.it/tg» CORSO (Gratis) IN FUTURO » https://mgpf.it/nl» NEWSLETTER » https://mgpf.it/nl~~~~~ CIAO INTERNET E MATTEO FLORA ~~~~~ Questo è “Ciao Internet!” la prima e più seguita trasmissione di TECH POLICY in lingua italiana, online su YouTube e in Podcast.Io sono MATTEO FLORA e sono:» Professore in Fondamenti di Sicurezza delle AI e delle SuperIntelligenze (ESE)» Professore ac in Corporate Reputation e Crisis Management (Pavia).Sono un Imprenditore Seriale del digitale e ho fondato:» The Fool » https://thefool.it - La società italiana leader di Customer Insight» The Magician » https://themagician.agency - Atelier di Advocacy e Gestione della Crisi» 42 Law Firm » https://42lf.it - Lo Studio Legale per la Trasformazione Digitale » ...e tante altre qui: https://matteoflora.com/#aziendeSono Future Leader (IVLP) del Dipartimento di Stato USA sotto Amministrazione Obama nel programma “Combating Cybercrime (2012)”.Sono Presidente di PermessoNegato, l'associazione italiana che si occupa di Pornografia Non- Consensuale e Revenge Porn.Conduco in TV “Intelligenze Artificiali” su Mediaset/TgCom.
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Was passiert, wenn dein Videoschnitt-Tool plötzlich fremde Rechte an deinen Inhalten beansprucht? In dieser Folge spreche ich über die problematischen AGB-Änderungen bei CapCut, warum mir das Thema Datenschutz dabei so wichtig ist - und wieso ich jetzt auf DaVinci Resolve setze. Wenn dir deine Inhalte wichtig sind, solltest du reinhören.
Edición fácil, resultados profesionales Editar vídeos solía ser cosa de expertos. Programas complejos, interfaces saturadas, horas de trabajo. Pero llegó CapCut y lo cambió todo. Esta app gratuita, desarrollada por ByteDance (la misma empresa detrás de TikTok), ha democratizado la edición de vídeo con una herramienta potente, intuitiva y pensada para quienes crean contenido en redes sociales. CapCut no solo permite editar clips de forma rápida y visual, sino que incorpora efectos, transiciones, música, subtítulos automáticos y plantillas que agilizan la producción de vídeos impactantes. Todo desde el móvil, todo sin necesidad de experiencia previa. Ideal para TikTok, pero va mucho más allá Inteligencia artificial al servicio del vídeo Una app hecha para creadores del presente Descarga la App: Web de CapCut CapCut para iOS CapCut para Android
David Placek is the founder of Lexicon Branding, a company that focuses exclusively on the development of brand names for competitive advantage. Lexicon is behind iconic names such as Sonos, Microsoft's Azure, Windsurf, Vercel, Impossible Foods, BlackBerry, Intel's Pentium, Apple's PowerBook, and Swiffer. Over 40 years, David's team has named nearly 4,000 brands and companies, employing over 250 linguists and pioneering naming innovation.What you'll learn:1. The three-step process that generated names like Windsurf and Vercel2. How a name can give you the edge that no marketing budget can buy3. Why you won't “know it when you see it”4. Why Microsoft called Azure “a dumb name” before it became their billion-dollar cloud platform5. Why polarizing opinions are the strongest signal that you've found the right name6. How every letter of the alphabet creates a specific psychological vibration7. The diamond framework: a 4-step process any founder can use to find their perfect name8. Why domain names don't matter anymore in the age of AI—Brought to you by:WorkOS—Modern identity platform for B2B SaaS, free up to 1 million MAUsStripe—Helping companies of all sizes grow revenueOneSchema—Import CSV data 10x faster—Where to find David Placek:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-placek-05a82/• Website: https://www.lexiconbranding.com—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to David and Lexicon Branding(04:44) The story of Sonos(09:27) The psychology of naming(11:33) The initial resistance to Microsoft's Azure(14:35) The importance of a great brand name(18:11) The three steps of naming: create, invent, implement(28:23) Qualities of great brand name creators(31:24) How long the naming process takes(32:12) The Windsurf case study(36:10) Naming in the AI era(39:37) When to change your name(43:10) The role of linguists(45:54) The power of letters in branding(48:15) The Vercel case study(50:12) The implementation phase(52:52) Client management and market success(55:16) The diamond exercise(01:04:23) Suspending judgment(01:07:31) Polarization and boldness(01:11:01) Domain names(01:12:48) Final thoughts and lightning round—Referenced:• PowerBook: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PowerBook• Pentium: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pentium• BlackBerry: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BlackBerry• Swiffer: https://www.swiffer.com/• Impossible Burger: https://impossiblefoods.com/• Vercel: https://vercel.com/• Windsurf: https://windsurf.com/• CapCut: https://www.capcut.com/• Azure: https://azure.microsoft.com/• Sonos: https://www.sonos.com/• John MacFarlane on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-macfarlane-08a8aa20/• Harry Potter: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Potter_(film_series)• The Call of the Wild: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Call_of_the_Wild• Everyone's an engineer now: Inside v0's mission to create a hundred million builders | Guillermo Rauch (founder and CEO of Vercel, creators of v0 and Next.js): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/everyones-an-engineer-now-guillermo-rauch• Sound symbolism: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sound_symbolism• Anduril: https://www.anduril.com/• Anthropic: https://www.anthropic.com/• Inside Bolt: From near-death to ~$40m ARR in 5 months—one of the fastest-growing products in history | Eric Simons (founder and CEO of StackBlitz): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/inside-bolt-eric-simons• The rise of Cursor: The $300M ARR AI tool that engineers can't stop using | Michael Truell (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-rise-of-cursor-michael-truell• Building a magical AI code editor used by over 1 million developers in four months: The untold story of Windsurf | Varun Mohan (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-untold-story-of-windsurf-varun-mohan• Y Combinator: https://www.ycombinator.com/• Chevrolet Corvette: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Corvette• Viagra: https://www.viagra.com/• In vino veritas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_vino_veritas• Infoseek: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infoseek• Andy Grove: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Grove• Churchill at War on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81609374• Yellowstone on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/Yellowstone-Season-1/dp/B07D7FBB8Z• 1883 on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/1883-Season-1/dp/B0B8JTS8QW• 1923 on Paramount+: https://www.paramountplus.com/shows/1923/• Taylor Sheridan on X: https://x.com/taylorSheridan• Hardy fly rods: https://www.hardyfishing.com/collections/fly-rods• T.E. Lawrence quote: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/11340-all-men-dream-but-not-equally-those-who-dream-by• Lawrence of Arabia: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0056172/• DreamWorks: https://www.dreamworks.com/—Recommended books:• Thucydides' Melian Dialogue: Commentary, Text, and Vocabulary: https://www.amazon.com/Thucydides-Melian-Dialogue-Commentary-Vocabulary/dp/0692772367• Resilience: Hard-Won Wisdom for Living a Better Life: https://www.amazon.com/Resilience-Hard-Won-Wisdom-Living-Better/dp/054432398X/• Churchill: Walking with Destiny: https://www.amazon.com/Churchill-Walking-Destiny-Andrew-Roberts/dp/1101980990—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com/subscribe
WE HAVE A LIVE SHOW HAPPENING ON 7/20! Featuring special guests Jacob Wysocki and Rekha Shankar! Go to dynastytypewriter.com for tickets in-person or livestream! Open that CapCut and put on those filters—this week, we're talking to FANCAM CREATORS! Fancams have transformed the look of the internet and changed how we communicate, so we sat down with 5 of the smartest, brightest, and most available fancam creators to see how they pick their topics, challenges they face with the subjects they choose, and just how dedicated you need to be to actually make an impact in the fancy community. Trust me, they'll have you swooning!Our guest today is Paul Robalino! We love him so much. You can catch him on Dropout and on IG @ psrobalino.This episode was filmed in the beautiful Dynasty Typewriter Theater, and tech-produced by Samuel Curtis. For live shows and events you can find more about them at dynastytypewriter.com . To learn more about the BTS of this episode and to find a world of challenges, games, inside scoop, and the Artists being themselves, subscribe to our Patreon! You won't be disappointed with what you find. Check out patreon.com/aoaoaoapod Artists on Artists on Artists on Artists is an improvised Hollywood roundtable podcast by Kylie Brakeman, Jeremy Culhane, Angela Giarratana, and Patrick McDonald. Music by Gabriel Ponton. Edited by Conner McCabe. Thumbnail art by Josh Fleury. Hollywood's talking. Make sure you're listening. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Youtube! Please rate us five stars!
What if the host of Blue's Clues was about to launch the most emotionally supportive podcast of the year? Steve Burns just announced Alive, a new show for grown-ups coming this fall, and we're unpacking what it could be. Steve shares that his podcast will be “a podcast that listens back,” and we explore what that might look like, who it's for, and why it's likely to be a success. We also share some more news headlines, Apple now requires new hero art to be considered for features, and CapCut's new terms give the app broad rights to your content. We believe these stories are part of a broader conversation about how podcasting is evolving and what creators should consider.Episode Highlights: [01:37] Steve from Blues Clues Returns [03:09] Steve's TikTok Success and New Podcast [05:20] Analyzing Steve's Podcast Concept [15:28] Comparisons to Other Iconic Figures [20:10] Challenges and Potential of Steve's Podcast [28:39] Target Audience and Adulting [29:30] Debating the Success of Audio Podcasts [37:50] Apple's New Art Requirements [43:05] CapCut's Controversial UpdateLinks & Resources: The Podcasting Morning Chat: www.podpage.com/pmcJoin The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcastingEmpowered Podcasting Conference:https://www.empoweredpodcasting.comPodNews:www.Podnews.netSteve Burns Podcast Announcement:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71bDllC5OyAApple Hero Artwork Requirements: https://podcasters.apple.com/artwork-guideCapcut Terms Of Service:https://www.capcut.com/clause/terms-of-serviceRemember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow and bring valuable content to our community.Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7 am ET (US) on Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0wLive on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@marcronickBrought to you by iRonickMedia.com Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!--- Send in your mailbag question at: https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/ or marc@ironickmedia.comWant to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b
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Entérate de lo que está cambiando el podcasting y el marketing digital:-Cada vez más estadounidenses escuchan pódcast mientras comen.-El vídeo con inteligencia artificial redefine la internet y plantea nuevos dilemas.-Usuarios cuestionan los términos de servicio de CapCut tras cambios recientes.-Google Chile lanza pódcast para acercar la inteligencia artificial al público.-Residencias de lujo en Miami incorporan estudios de pódcast como nuevo servicio.Patrocinios ¿Estás pensando en anunciar tu negocio, producto o pódcast en México? En RSS.com y RSS.media tenemos la solución. Contamos con un amplio catálogo de pódcast para conectar tu mensaje con millones de oyentes en México y LATAM. Escríbenos a ventas@rss.com y haz crecer tu idea con nosotros.Entérate, en solo cinco minutos, sobre las noticias, herramientas, tips y recursos que te ayudarán a crear un pódcast genial y exitoso. Subscríbete a la “newsletter“ de Via Podcast.
In this cutting-edge episode of Rethink Real Estate, Ben Brady reconnects with Tony Self, Broker Associate at Harcourts Hunter Mason Realty, to dive deep into the latest AI and PropTech breakthroughs transforming the real estate industry. From Google's new AI video generation tool Gemini to ChatGPT's game-changing capabilities for market report analysis and virtual staging, Tony breaks down the tech that every agent needs to understand — and leverage — to stay ahead of the competition.Discover how AI-powered tools can help you quickly analyze massive data sets, summarize complex feasibility studies, and even create faceless video content to boost your listings' online presence. Tony and Ben also explore the limitations of predictive property valuations in today's unpredictable market and why expert local knowledge still reigns supreme. Whether you're curious about the future of AI in real estate or looking for practical tips on incorporating these tools into your business, this episode is packed with insights to help you build a smarter, more efficient listing strategy.Timestamps & Key Topics:[00:00:00] - Introduction & AI Landscape Update[00:04:00] - Google Gemini & AI Video Creation Breakthroughs[00:08:00] - Automating Real Estate Videos with CapCut & Video.io[00:10:00] - Virtual Staging with AI: Realistic or Risky?[00:14:00] - Using ChatGPT to Summarize Market Reports & Feasibility Studies[00:18:00] - The Reality of Predictive Analytics & Zillow's Zestimate[00:22:00] - Why Local Expertise Still Beats Algorithms[00:25:00] - Practical AI Tools Agents Can Use Today
In this episode, Rosslyn and Mikyla dive deep into the essential software that every food photographer needs to stay organized, wow clients, and scale their creative business with confidence. From CRM tools and gallery delivery platforms to editing software and video production tools, they cover exactly what's working for them in 2025—and what's worth investing in now to land higher-paying clients. If you want to work smarter (not harder) and build systems that support your growth, this episode is for you.Key Takeaways:How HoneyBook helps streamline proposals, payments, and client trackingHow to simplify your social media scheduling with free tools like Metricool How ClickUp supports team collaboration, project planning, and creative shot prepHow Pixieset helps you protect and professionally deliver photo galleriesHow QuickBooks makes tax season easier for creative freelancersHow your choice of video editing tools depends on your business goalsHow building systems in advance can help you attract higher-paying clientsWhy consistency matters more than constantly switching platformsHelpful Links:HoneyBook – CRM for managing contracts, proposals, payments, and automationMetricool – Social media planning and schedulingClickUp – Project management and task trackingPixieset – Gallery delivery and image licensingLightroom Classic – Photo editingPhotoshop – Photo retouching and cleanupQuickBooks Self-Employed – Business expense and tax trackingPremiere Pro – Advanced video editingCapCut – Social video editingInShot – Mobile video editingTubeBuddy – YouTube SEO and keyword researchYour Money or Your Life (Book) – Referenced in time tracking discussion
The Automotive Troublemaker w/ Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier
Shoot us a Text.Episode #1069: Trump eyes higher auto tariffs and axes California's EV rules, Google quietly gains ground with Gen Z shoppers, and an AI-generated NBA Finals ad shows how fast, cheap, and creative the future of advertising can be.Show Notes with links:In a high-energy speech, President Trump proposed raising auto tariffs and celebrated a legislative rollback of California's EV mandates — a double-down on his strategy to protect domestic auto manufacturing and consumer choice.Trump suggested raising auto tariffs above the current 25% level to encourage automakers to produce more vehicles domestically.He pointed to GM's $4 billion investment in U.S. plants as a positive result of existing tariff policies.The President signed legislation last week that rolls back California's zero-emissions vehicle mandate, which would have banned new gas car sales by 2035.Dealer and manufacturer groups applauded the repeal, arguing it protects affordability and nationwide regulatory consistency.“Customers don't want the government telling them what kind of car to buy,” said John Bozzella, CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation.Eleven states, led by California, have filed a legal challenge against the repeal, calling it an overreach that undermines state-level emissions standards.Google is making gains with Gen Z shoppers, chipping away at Amazon's dominance in product search. New data shows young consumers are increasingly turning to Google — not just for browsing, but even when they know exactly what they want to buy.Morgan Stanley data shows a rise in 16–24-year-olds using Google for product research, both general and specificAs of March, 30% of Gen Z shoppers who knew what they wanted still started on Google — up from 21% last fall.Meanwhile, Amazon's share dropped from 41% to 34% over the same period.Analysts suggest Google's generative AI tools, like AI Overviews and Google Lens, may be fueling the shift.“The volume of commercial queries on Google Search has increased with the launch of AI Overviews,” said Google's Chief Business Officer Philipp Schindler.An AI-generated ad made in just two days aired during the NBA Finals, showing how creators can now move faster and cheaper than ever before. Using Google's Veo 3 and a lean workflow, one filmmaker delivered a national commercial at a fraction of traditional production costs.AI filmmaker PJ Accetturo produced a 30-second TV spot for betting platform Kalshi in just two days using Veo 3 and Gemini.His process involved AI-assisted scripting, iterative prompt generation, and rapid video output, yielding 15 usable clips from 300–400 generations.The entire production cost came in at roughly $2,000 — a 95% reduction from traditional ad budgets.Editing was done with tools like CapCut and Premiere, allowing fJoin Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/
In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette and Darian Lusk share their journey launching and managing the official WordPress.org TikTok account. They discuss overcoming initial nerves, embracing influencer marketing, and collaborating across generations to create daily, authentic, and engaging videos. The duo highlights their creative process, community-driven content, and the importance of spontaneity over corporate polish. They also reveal behind-the-scenes stories from WordCamp events, tease upcoming collaborations, and encourage audience participation, all while emphasizing the fun and connection at the heart of their WordPress TikTok adventure.Top Takeaways:TikTok is Being Used to Energize and Expand the WordPress Community: Michelle and Darian are using TikTok as a playful, engaging platform to showcase the global WordPress community. Their content captures behind-the-scenes moments at events like WordCamp Europe and aims to connect with younger, more diverse audiences in an authentic, unscripted way. The vibe is intentionally fun, personal, and accessible—not overly polished or corporate.Community and Team Collaboration are Key to Real-Time Content Success: The success of the TikTok initiative was made possible by the fast support of the Automattic team across time zones. From helping Michelle access the TikTok account while traveling, to teammates assisting with content ideas, the distributed team model enabled agile, in-the-moment content creation and reinforced the value of strong internal collaboration.Personal Joy, Humor, and Relationships Fuel the Project: Michelle and Darian's enthusiasm and personal connection shine throughout the project. Their humor, openness (including joking about stunts and family involvement), and genuine love for the WordPress community create a sense of fun that draws people in. They prioritize joy and connection as central to their content and outreach.Mentioned In The Show:TikTokAutomattic WordPress.orgAdobe PremierVid CapCap CutWP Community Collective
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In today's episode, Brock Johnson shares how you can create 100 Instagram Reels with the help of AI tools like ChatGPT, GetMunch, OpusClip, Veo 3, and CapCut. We'll explore how these AI-powered platforms can help you come up with fresh post ideas, automate your content creation process, and significantly boost your Instagram productivity. Brock will guide you through the steps to efficiently generate Instagram Reel ideas, using AI to speed up the process and ensure you're consistently posting engaging content. If you're looking to increase your output on Instagram without sacrificing quality, this episode provides actionable tips and insights on how to use AI to create Reels faster and smarter. Watch On YouTube So You Can Screenshot all the Prompts!
Send us a textIn this episode of Imperfect Marketing, host Kendra Corman welcomes podcasting coach and marketing expert Darren Saul to unpack the power of podcasting—not just as a content tool, but as a full-fledged marketing engine for business owners and entrepreneurs.Darren shares his journey from corporate recruiting and photography to launching two podcasts and building a thriving content ecosystem. From simple tech setups to editing hacks and promotion strategies, this episode is your all-in-one starter guide to launching a podcast with imperfect action.We explore:Why Podcasting Still Works in 2025Darren's shift from traditional marketing to digital content—and why podcasting stood outThe personal connection podcasts create by putting your voice in someone's ear for 30–60 minutesWhy guesting is a great first step—and how to make the most of it with repurposingGetting Started Without the OverwhelmWhy podcasting today is more accessible than ever (you can start for under $200)Recommended low-budget tools like Zoom, Podbean, Riverside, and simple mic setupsThere are no hard rules—your podcast can be as short or long, polished or raw as you wantTackling the Tech and EditingDarren's take on modern editing tools like Descript, iMovie, CapCut, and AI solutionsWhy you don't need to edit every “um” and “ah”—natural is better than roboticStreamlining your workflow by editing video/audio together in one placePromotion: The Most Important PieceThe biggest mistake podcasters make (hint: not promoting enough!)Darren's tips on ongoing podcast promotion using clips, snippets, quotes, newsletters, and moreTools he loves: Opus Clip, Canva, Riverside, ChatGPT for show notes and blogsMaking Your Podcast Content Work HarderWhy podcasting creates five types of content: audio, video, images, quotes, and writtenRepurposing strategies to avoid “everything looking the same” on your social channelsDarren's advice: creativity is a muscle—exercise it regularly to stay fresh and inspiredThe Business Value of PodcastingWhy podcasting saves time and amplifies your marketingBuilding trust, authority, and audience connection with consistent publishingHow podcasting helps you build relationships faster than a website ever couldDarren's No-Fluff AdviceYou're already creating content—why not podcast and kill two birds with one stone?Use AI to save hours of editing and content creation timeDon't chase perfection—launch with what you have and iterateKey Takeaways for MarketersPodcasting is more accessible, affordable, and effective than everImperfect action beats no action—just startPromotion is just as important as productionPodcasting builds trust faster than most marketing channelsWhether you're a solopreneur thinking about launching a show or a business owner ready to maximize your content strategy, this episode will give you the real-world tools and encouragement you need to get started now—not later. Looking to leverage AI? Want better results? Want to think about what you want to leverage?Check and see how I am using it for FREE on YouTube. From "Holy cow, it can do that?" to "Wait, how does this work again?" – I've got all your AI curiosities covered. It's the perfect after-podcast snack for your tech-hungry brain. Watch here
El primer robot que engañó a un humano; además lo más importante en materia tecnológica durante Expoconstrucción; cuidado con los mensajes "del operador móvil" puede ser víctima de estafa; también una versión digital de Auschwitz abre el camino a la memoria histórica para el cine del siglo XXI, noticia de CapCut mucho más.
Edge of the Web - An SEO Podcast for Today's Digital Marketer
CTR Secrets and Social Shakeups It's another jam-packed ride on EDGE of the Web as Erin is joined by Duncan Alney of Firebelly to discuss News in Social this week. With Google hyping up AI Overviews but dodging every meaningful CTR question, it seems the only thing spinning faster than SERP layouts are the PR answers. Get the inside scoop on how ChatGPT gobbles up over 80% of AI search traffic (Google, take notes), why Meta's launching a CapCut rival to remix your socials, and how Reddit is scrambling to keep the bots at bay after AI sock puppets could sway opinions 3-6x better than humans. Meanwhile, Pinterest is charging ahead with AI content labeling so you can actually see—surprise!—real images again. Plus, political maneuvering has TikTok advertisers doing the Hokey Pokey while Meta rolls out shiny new ad options across Threads and more. Our hot take? If you thought getting a blue check was easy, wait until you see Blue Sky put the power of verification in the hands of users and newsrooms—finally, checkmarks that mean something! So, whether you're lamenting lost organic traffic, trying to dodge AI slop, or just want to keep your brand out of the spammy dog pile, grab your headphones and catch Erin, Duncan, and Jacob as they break it all down with wit, wisdom, and maybe one too many tinfoil hats. See you at the EDGE—don't be a piece of cyber driftwood! News from the EDGE: [00:03:03] Google hypes AI Overviews, refuses to answer CTR question [00:09:19] ChatGPT Leads AI Search Race While Google & Others Slip [00:15:28] U.S. Copyright Office Cites Legal Risk At Every Stage Of Generative AI Social News from the EDGE: [00:20:11] Meta releases its CapCut rival Edits globally [00:22:45] Meta rolls out ads globally on Threads feed [00:26:15] Meta adds dynamic overlays to Advantage+ Catalog ads [00:29:12] A New Form of Verification on Bluesky [00:31:31] Cracking Down on Spammy Content on Facebook [00:36:44] Trump Says He May Extend TikTok Sell-off Deadline Once Again [00:40:26] Pinterest launches new tools to fight AI slop [00:42:44] Reddit Looks To Add Human Checks To Weed Out AI Profiles Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site WAIKAY https://edgeofthewebradio.com/waikay Thanks to our Social News Expert: Duncan Alney X: @firebelly LinkedIn: Duncan Alney Firebelly Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio
Soft spoken reading of The Yellow Sign by Robert W Chambers, featuring a light rain on a tin roof as background ambience. Listen with headphones for the best experience.The Yellow Sign is one of the most haunting tales in Robert W. Chambers' The King in Yellow, a collection that blends gothic horror with a creeping sense of cosmic dread. Set in New York City, the story follows an artist, Mr. Scott, and his young model, Tessie, as they become ensnared in the eerie influence of a strange, grotesque night watchman outside their studio. Tessie, lighthearted at first, grows disturbed when she dreams of the man, whose unsettling presence hints at something beyond mortal comprehension. As their lives intertwine with the mysteries of The King in Yellow—a forbidden play that drives readers to madness—the narrative spirals toward an inevitable, chilling revelation.A masterwork of unsettling atmosphere, The Yellow Sign plays with themes of fate, perception, and an ominous force lurking just beyond the veil of reason. Chambers' tale is one of quiet horror, where the real terror lies not in monstrous threats, but in the creeping certainty that something unspeakable is waiting... just outside the window.Soft spoken ASMR is used to provide listeners with comfort to ease symptoms of insomnia, anxiety, depression, and ptsd. ASMR with atmospheric sounds—like gentle whispering, soft taps, and calming nature noises works wonders for relaxation and anxiety relief. The soothing sounds and personal attention mimic a comforting, nurturing experience, while promoting mindfulness and focus that diverts attention from anxious thoughts. Physiologically, ASMR can lower heart rate and blood pressure, activating neural circuits linked to relaxation. This powerful combination creates a serene environment, helping individuals unwind and feel at peace. Listen with headphones for the best experience.This channel is intended to provide you with a comfortable space to relax and fall asleep. I welcome all comments and suggestions for stories because this channel is meant for you, my darling. Having recently suffered from depression, I promise that I will do everything in my power to make this channel consistent and make our way through these wonderful classic stories.http://tomebytomeasmr.comhttps://www.instagram.com/tomebytomeasmr/https://www.tiktok.com/@tomebytomeasmrhttps://www.patreon.com/c/TomeByTomeASMRDonations: http://paypal.me/TomebyTomehttps://venmo.com/u/PamBreshearshttp://buymeacoffee.com/tomebytomeasmrThis video is intended for sleep. #sleepaidAs many of the larger channels noticed first, in November 2023, YouTube rolled out non-optional end-roll ads on all videos. Because this video is intended for you to relax and fall asleep, I'm hoping by adding this hashtag that YouTube becomes aware of the placement of ads on certain video types, like ASMR.Video art and video animation are done by me using CapCut, Canva Pro, Movavi, and Motionleap tools.
Ready to transform your iPhone into a video editing studio? Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dive into the best video editing apps available for iOS, comparing features from Meta's new Edits app to Apple's own offerings. Plus, discover Apple's new Snapshot website, handy shortcuts for Apple TV remotes, and power solutions for your next outdoor adventure. Meta's Edits app - New social-focused video editor from Instagram that shot to #1 in the App Store; includes features like text overlay, captions, cutout effects, and direct sharing to social platforms Apple Clips - Apple's free social video editor offering multiple aspect ratios, poster templates, effects, filters, and live subtitles with an easy-to-use interface iMovie - The classic video editing solution with the "Magic Movie" feature that automatically creates professional-looking videos from selected photos and clips with various style templates CapCut - Popular social video editor mentioned as an alternative option, though it comes with pricey subscription plans News Apple Snapshot - Apple launched a new website (snapshot.apple.com) that creates hub pages for artists, actors, and athletes, showing where they appear across Apple platforms like Apple TV+, Apple Music, and Apple Podcasts Shortcuts Corner Apple TV Remote Shortcut - Rosemary demonstrates how to create a simple one-action shortcut to add the Apple TV remote directly to your iPhone home screen Close Safari Tabs Shortcut - A three-action shortcut that finds and closes all Safari tabs containing a specific URL, perfect for clearing out accumulated tabs after shopping or research App Cap Rosemary's Pick: Jackery Explorer 240 v2 - A 256Wh portable power station perfect for camping, power outages, or charging devices on the go with USB-C, USB-A, and AC power output options Mikah's Pick: Puffies - An addictive Apple Arcade game where players reconstruct sticker sheets by placing cutout stickers in their correct positions, with daily challenges and different themed packs Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
Ready to transform your iPhone into a video editing studio? Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dive into the best video editing apps available for iOS, comparing features from Meta's new Edits app to Apple's own offerings. Plus, discover Apple's new Snapshot website, handy shortcuts for Apple TV remotes, and power solutions for your next outdoor adventure. Meta's Edits app - New social-focused video editor from Instagram that shot to #1 in the App Store; includes features like text overlay, captions, cutout effects, and direct sharing to social platforms Apple Clips - Apple's free social video editor offering multiple aspect ratios, poster templates, effects, filters, and live subtitles with an easy-to-use interface iMovie - The classic video editing solution with the "Magic Movie" feature that automatically creates professional-looking videos from selected photos and clips with various style templates CapCut - Popular social video editor mentioned as an alternative option, though it comes with pricey subscription plans News Apple Snapshot - Apple launched a new website (snapshot.apple.com) that creates hub pages for artists, actors, and athletes, showing where they appear across Apple platforms like Apple TV+, Apple Music, and Apple Podcasts Shortcuts Corner Apple TV Remote Shortcut - Rosemary demonstrates how to create a simple one-action shortcut to add the Apple TV remote directly to your iPhone home screen Close Safari Tabs Shortcut - A three-action shortcut that finds and closes all Safari tabs containing a specific URL, perfect for clearing out accumulated tabs after shopping or research App Cap Rosemary's Pick: Jackery Explorer 240 v2 - A 256Wh portable power station perfect for camping, power outages, or charging devices on the go with USB-C, USB-A, and AC power output options Mikah's Pick: Puffies - An addictive Apple Arcade game where players reconstruct sticker sheets by placing cutout stickers in their correct positions, with daily challenges and different themed packs Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
Ready to transform your iPhone into a video editing studio? Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dive into the best video editing apps available for iOS, comparing features from Meta's new Edits app to Apple's own offerings. Plus, discover Apple's new Snapshot website, handy shortcuts for Apple TV remotes, and power solutions for your next outdoor adventure. Meta's Edits app - New social-focused video editor from Instagram that shot to #1 in the App Store; includes features like text overlay, captions, cutout effects, and direct sharing to social platforms Apple Clips - Apple's free social video editor offering multiple aspect ratios, poster templates, effects, filters, and live subtitles with an easy-to-use interface iMovie - The classic video editing solution with the "Magic Movie" feature that automatically creates professional-looking videos from selected photos and clips with various style templates CapCut - Popular social video editor mentioned as an alternative option, though it comes with pricey subscription plans News Apple Snapshot - Apple launched a new website (snapshot.apple.com) that creates hub pages for artists, actors, and athletes, showing where they appear across Apple platforms like Apple TV+, Apple Music, and Apple Podcasts Shortcuts Corner Apple TV Remote Shortcut - Rosemary demonstrates how to create a simple one-action shortcut to add the Apple TV remote directly to your iPhone home screen Close Safari Tabs Shortcut - A three-action shortcut that finds and closes all Safari tabs containing a specific URL, perfect for clearing out accumulated tabs after shopping or research App Cap Rosemary's Pick: Jackery Explorer 240 v2 - A 256Wh portable power station perfect for camping, power outages, or charging devices on the go with USB-C, USB-A, and AC power output options Mikah's Pick: Puffies - An addictive Apple Arcade game where players reconstruct sticker sheets by placing cutout stickers in their correct positions, with daily challenges and different themed packs Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
Ready to transform your iPhone into a video editing studio? Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dive into the best video editing apps available for iOS, comparing features from Meta's new Edits app to Apple's own offerings. Plus, discover Apple's new Snapshot website, handy shortcuts for Apple TV remotes, and power solutions for your next outdoor adventure. Meta's Edits app - New social-focused video editor from Instagram that shot to #1 in the App Store; includes features like text overlay, captions, cutout effects, and direct sharing to social platforms Apple Clips - Apple's free social video editor offering multiple aspect ratios, poster templates, effects, filters, and live subtitles with an easy-to-use interface iMovie - The classic video editing solution with the "Magic Movie" feature that automatically creates professional-looking videos from selected photos and clips with various style templates CapCut - Popular social video editor mentioned as an alternative option, though it comes with pricey subscription plans News Apple Snapshot - Apple launched a new website (snapshot.apple.com) that creates hub pages for artists, actors, and athletes, showing where they appear across Apple platforms like Apple TV+, Apple Music, and Apple Podcasts Shortcuts Corner Apple TV Remote Shortcut - Rosemary demonstrates how to create a simple one-action shortcut to add the Apple TV remote directly to your iPhone home screen Close Safari Tabs Shortcut - A three-action shortcut that finds and closes all Safari tabs containing a specific URL, perfect for clearing out accumulated tabs after shopping or research App Cap Rosemary's Pick: Jackery Explorer 240 v2 - A 256Wh portable power station perfect for camping, power outages, or charging devices on the go with USB-C, USB-A, and AC power output options Mikah's Pick: Puffies - An addictive Apple Arcade game where players reconstruct sticker sheets by placing cutout stickers in their correct positions, with daily challenges and different themed packs Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
Subscriber-only episodeEver wonder how to turn those long waiting periods into productive content creation time? As a mom spending countless hours in the car during my daughters' volleyball and dance practices, I've mastered the art of mobile content creation—transforming what would be wasted time into a powerful content multiplication system.My phone-based workflow allows me to create three major content formats (YouTube videos, podcast episodes, and blog posts) plus numerous short-form videos—all from a single recording session while sitting in my parked car. The secret lies in a strategic recording approach using two camera angles for talking head videos, with camera switches timed to outline transitions. This provides natural editing points and creates visual interest.The magic happens with just three key apps. I use CapCut for video editing, seamlessly switching between camera angles to create a polished final product. From there, I convert the video to audio using an MP4 converter app, then import it to SoundLab where I add my podcast intro. The finished podcast gets uploaded to Buzzsprout, where their AI tools (just $10/month) automatically generate transcripts, social posts, and even draft blog content. Meanwhile, I return to CapCut to finalize my YouTube version with hooks and intro segments, plus use their AI features to create multiple short-form videos from my long-form content.This approach doesn't just save time—it completely transforms how content creation fits into a busy schedule. One recording session becomes 8-12 distinct content pieces across multiple platforms, all created from my phone during time I'd otherwise spend waiting. Ready to reclaim those "dead" hours in your day for productive content creation? Try this mobile workflow and watch your content library grow exponentially while making the most of every minute.
Soft spoken reading of HP Lovecraft's Celephaïs, 1920. Set against the eerie creaking of a drifting pirate ship on the ocean. Listen with headphones for the best experience.Celephaïs is a mesmerizing tale from Lovecraft's Dream Cycle, following the journey of Kuranes, a man disillusioned with reality who seeks refuge in his dreams. Once a child who imagined the radiant city of Celephaïs, he grows into a weary adult, desperate to return to the dream-world. As his earthly life crumbles, he plunges deeper into sleep, chasing visions of turquoise temples, timeless streets, and galleys that sail into the sky.But dreams are fickle, and the boundary between fantasy and madness blurs. When knights from Celephaïs finally arrive to escort him home, he embarks on a surreal voyage through time, back to his ancestral estate—only to awaken as king and god of the dream-city. Yet in the waking world, his body washes up on the shores of Cornwall, lost to the tides of reality.ASMR tales from Lovecraft, Poe, Grimm & Beyond | Unlock Exclusive Secrets from the Vault as a Channel Member or on PatreonVenture softly into realms untold, where ancient whispers stir forgotten lore and dust-laden libraries echo with lost dreams. Here you'll find soft spoken Lovecraftian myths, gothic tales, dreams spun from ancient murmurs, and solace found in the decayed whispers of timeworn pages and eternal tomes. Tucking in sleepy souls, one story at a time.Soft spoken ASMR is used to provide listeners with comfort to ease symptoms of insomnia, anxiety, depression, and ptsd. ASMR with atmospheric sounds—like gentle whispering, soft taps, and calming nature noises works wonders for relaxation and anxiety relief. The soothing sounds and personal attention mimic a comforting, nurturing experience, while promoting mindfulness and focus that diverts attention from anxious thoughts. Physiologically, ASMR can lower heart rate and blood pressure, activating neural circuits linked to relaxation. This powerful combination creates a serene environment, helping individuals unwind and feel at peace. This channel is intended to provide you with a comfortable space to relax and fall asleep. I welcome all comments and suggestions for stories because this channel is meant for you, my darling. Having recently suffered from depression, I promise that I will do everything in my power to make this channel consistent and make our way through these wonderful classic stories.Enter the Abyss: http://tomebytomeasmr.comhttps://www.patreon.com/c/TomeByTomeASMRDonations: http://paypal.me/TomebyTomehttps://venmo.com/u/PamBreshearshttp://buymeacoffee.com/tomebytomeasmrThis video is intended for sleep. #sleepaidAs many of the larger channels noticed first, in November 2023, YouTube rolled out non-optional end-roll ads on all videos. Because this video is intended for you to relax and fall asleep, I'm hoping by adding this hashtag that YouTube becomes aware of the placement of ads on certain video types, like ASMR.Video art and video animation are done by me using CapCut, Canva Pro, Movavi, and Motionleap tools. TAGS: female voice asmr, soft spoken female voice, whisper female, quiet storytelling, creaking ship ambiance, drifting into sleep, hypnotic reading, immersive dark ambient sounds, asmr, soft spoken asmr, asmr for sleep, asmr sleep reading, sleep aid for adults, bedtime stories for grown ups, sleep podcast, sleepcast, talk me to sleep, read me to sleep, dark sleep ambiance, dark sleep ambience, fairy tales for adults, asmr banned books, banned books podcast, modern horror, thomas ligotti, hp lovecraft, asmr lovecraft, lovecraftian horror, lovecraft audiobook, call of cthulhu, nyarlathotep, azathoth, celephaïs
AI isn't just coming—it's here, and it's already changing the way the top real estate pros do business. This week on Stay Paid, we welcome back Jason Pantana, marketing coach and Tom Ferry speaker, for a deep dive into the AI strategies every real estate agent must understand to stay competitive. From ChatGPT and Claude to CapCut and Canva, Jason shares the exact tools, prompts, and real-world applications agents are using right now to scale their marketing and dominate locally.
Soft spoken reading of HP Lovecraft's Azathoth, 1922. With ominous cave ambience, listen with headphones for the best experience.At the heart of the abyss, where time dissolves and space is meaningless, the dreamer finds Azathoth—the mindless, seething center of the universe. A force of chaos, madness, and unreasoning destruction, Azathoth is the blind idiot god whose presence nullifies all thought and order. The story ends with the terrifying realization that beyond human imagination lies nothing but writhing, chaotic horror—and the dreamer is lost within its merciless embrace.Short but evocative, Azathoth is less a narrative and more a fragment of cosmic dread—one that hints at the unfathomable horrors that lurk beyond the fragile veil of sanity.ASMR tales from Lovecraft, Poe, Grimm & Beyond | Unlock Exclusive Secrets from the Vault as a Channel Member or on PatreonVenture softly into realms untold, where ancient whispers stir forgotten lore and dust-laden libraries echo with lost dreams. Here you'll find soft spoken Lovecraftian myths, gothic tales, dreams spun from ancient murmurs, and solace found in the decayed whispers of timeworn pages and eternal tomes. Tucking in sleepy souls, one story at a time.Soft spoken ASMR is used to provide listeners with comfort to ease symptoms of insomnia, anxiety, depression, and ptsd. ASMR with atmospheric sounds—like gentle whispering, soft taps, and calming nature noises works wonders for relaxation and anxiety relief. The soothing sounds and personal attention mimic a comforting, nurturing experience, while promoting mindfulness and focus that diverts attention from anxious thoughts. Physiologically, ASMR can lower heart rate and blood pressure, activating neural circuits linked to relaxation. This powerful combination creates a serene environment, helping individuals unwind and feel at peace. This channel is intended to provide you with a comfortable space to relax and fall asleep. I welcome all comments and suggestions for stories because this channel is meant for you, my darling. Having recently suffered from depression, I promise that I will do everything in my power to make this channel consistent and make our way through these wonderful classic stories.Enter the Abyss: http://tomebytomeasmr.comhttps://www.patreon.com/c/TomeByTomeASMRDonations: http://paypal.me/TomebyTomehttps://venmo.com/u/PamBreshearshttp://buymeacoffee.com/tomebytomeasmrThis video is intended for sleep. #sleepaidAs many of the larger channels noticed first, in November 2023, YouTube rolled out non-optional end-roll ads on all videos. Because this video is intended for you to relax and fall asleep, I'm hoping by adding this hashtag that YouTube becomes aware of the placement of ads on certain video types, like ASMR.Video art and video animation are done by me using CapCut, Canva Pro, Movavi, and Motionleap tools. TAGS: asmr, soft spoken asmr, whisper asmr, asmr for sleep, asmr sleep reading, sleep aid for adults, bedtime stories for grown ups, sleep podcast, sleepcast, talk me to sleep, read me to sleep, dark sleep ambiance, dark sleep ambience, audiobooks, asmr audiobooks, asmr audiobook reading, audiobook for sleep, storytime for adults, complete audiobook asmr, hp lovecraft, asmr lovecraft, call of cthulhu, asmr horror story, dark horror story, gothic literature, gothic horror asmr, horror poetry, cosmic horror, dark fairy tales, asmr dark fairy tales, mythos poetry, weird fiction, fairy tales for adults, brothers grimm, asmr brothers grimm, banned books, asmr banned books, banned books podcast, modern horror, thomas ligotti, nightmare before christmas vibes, spooky story, spooky bedtime story, female voice asmr, soft spoken female voice, whisper female
Some weeks, it just feels like everything is up in the air all at the same time. Nilay and David are joined by The Verge's Jake Kastrenakes to talk about all the unrest, starting with the ever-changing tariff rules that are making gadgets hard to price, hard to find, and hard to bet on going forward. (Maybe that's why it seems everyone on Earth tried to pre-order a Switch 2 this week.) After that, the hosts catch up on the Meta and Google antitrust trials happening this week, and try to figure out who might be interested in the internet's most popular browser. Finally, in the lightning round, we talk Brendan Carr (who is a dummy), the wood-backed Motorola Razr Ultra, and the 20th anniversary of YouTube. Further reading: Nintendo Switch 2 preorders were a total mess — at first Nintendo Switch 2 preorders are sold out everywhere GameStop's Switch 2 preorders started poorly, too Auto industry tariffs are doing what now? 24 hours of White House confusion Did Tim Cook finagle a special tariff deal? Senator Warren wants to know The US hikes tariffs on solar products from Asia DHL halts international deliveries to US consumers worth over $800 Game Boy clone maker Anbernic suspends all shipments to US Ayn, like Anbernic, is pausing retro handheld shipments to the US. Perplexity wants to buy Chrome if Google has to sell it OpenAI tells judge it would buy Chrome from Google Former DOJ antitrust chief says a Google break up will benefit the internet Instagram co-founder Kevin Systrom says Zuckerberg “saw us as a threat” Instagram launches its CapCut clone, Edits Threads adds more ads Former Google exec testifies about the company's attempt to buy WhatsApp. Google's antitrust trial begins with a fight over Chrome, money, and AI Google is paying Samsung an ‘enormous sum' to preinstall Gemini Google reveals Gemini AI has 350 million monthly active users. Apple and Meta hit with the EU's first DMA antitrust fines The EU isn't happy with Apple's tax on alternative app stores Brendan Carr is a dummy From Puck: David Ellison's Carr Trouble The Trump FCC's Coercion Cartel Motorola's new Razr Ultra brings the wood back panel back YouTube's TV changes include a redesign and more multiview YouTube is everything and everything is YouTube 20 years ago, the first videos uploaded to YouTube were short and swee Email us at vergecast@theverge.com or call us at 866-VERGE11, we love hearing from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SUMMARYIn this episode of Weekly Business News, hosts Ryan Alford and Chris Hansen sit in for a wide-ranging conversation on today's most pressing business trends. From the easing of U.S.-China tariff tensions to shifts in the Miami real estate scene, they dive into hot topics with sharp insights. They also tackle the rising costs of luxury goods, the evolving role of AI in the workforce, and the latest in crypto. Plus, they break down Instagram's new app “Edits” and its challenge to CapCut's dominance. With a blend of real talk and expert analysis, Ryan and Chris make complex issues not just understandable—but unmissable—for anyone looking to stay ahead in a fast-moving world.TAKEAWAYSCurrent state of U.S.-China tariff discussionsTrends in the Miami real estate marketPricing strategies of luxury brands and consumer perceptionsImpact of artificial intelligence on the job market and business operationsCreation and use of AI personas in businessRecent trends in the cryptocurrency marketMarket volatility and trading strategiesIntroduction of Instagram's new app "Edits" and its implications for content creationComparison of social media platforms, specifically Threads and X (formerly Twitter)Importance of critical evaluation of news reporting and media biasSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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It's the 10th anniversary of the Apple Watch! We celebrate all the milestones through the years of this amazing device. Apple history watch timelineOther NewsApple drops ‘available now' from Apple Intelligence pageInstagram launches its CapCut clone, EditsWe have email! feedback@applevisionshow.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Good for Business Show with LinkedIn Expert Michelle J Raymond.
LinkedIn short form video is it a trend or game-changer for B2B brands?Michelle J Raymond reveals why she changed her mind and now believes LinkedIn is the most underrated video platform for business. In this episode, you'll get the facts, the strategy, and the tools to decide if LinkedIn video is worth your time.Key moments in this episode - 00:00 – Is LinkedIn video worth it?01:00 – LinkedIn video feed03:00 – Why this isn't just another TikTok copy04:50 – LinkedIn's official video stats (2025)06:45 – Pros of LinkedIn video for B2B09:50 – Real talk: video confidence, branding, and buy-in12:15 – Tools to make video creation easy (Descript, CapCut, Opus Clip)14:00 – What B2B brands should actually be doing16:30 – Final verdict: Is it worth it?Tools Mentioned in this EpisodeDescriptOpusClipMetricoolCONNECT WITH MICHELLE J RAYMOND Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn Book a free intro call https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ B2B Growth Co newsletterToday's episode is sponsored by Metricool. Make sure to register for a FREE Metricool account today. Use Code MICHELLE30 to try any Premium Plan FREE for 30 days. https://metricool.com/linkedin-trends-study/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20250429_michelle-raymond_2025-linkedin-study_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q1
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Instagram has been promising the Edits app for a long time - it's finally here! If you've been paying for Inshot or Capcut or similar apps, it might time to re-evaluate. Also the YouTube team has some updates, including auto-dubbing, which is great because everyone should be able to watch all videos, regardless of what language they speak.Show Notes:Leave a Review: Apple PodcastsFollow Me on Instagram: @danielhillmediaThe Edits App is here! (Instagram)Meta is ramping up its AI-driven age detection (The Verge)Threads Adds More Ads (The Verge)Meta: Taking the Pulse of Gen-Z (Meta)The Week At YouTube - Auto-dubbing and more! (YouTube)Wednesday Waffle: Artists to check out (and please send me recommendations!)David Morris (Instagram)Connor Price (Instagram)Aine Deane (Instagram) Leave a Review: Apple Podcasts Follow Me on Instagram: @danielhillmedia
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This week, how to manage your team (and your boss) productively You can subscribe to this podcast on: Podbean | Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | TUNEIN Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin Get Your Copy Of Your Time, Your Way: Time Well Managed, Life Well Lived The Time Sector System 5th Year Anniversary The YouTube Time Sector System Playlist Take The NEW COD Course The Working With… Weekly Newsletter Carl Pullein Learning Centre Carl's YouTube Channel Carl Pullein Coaching Programmes Subscribe to my Substack The Working With… Podcast Previous episodes page Script | 365 Hello, and welcome to episode 365 of the Your Time, Your Way Podcast. A podcast to answer all your questions about productivity, time management, self-development and goal planning. My name is Carl Pullein, and I am your host of this show. I work a lot with managers and business leaders, where a part of their job is to manage teams of people. This kind of work can be quite different from a self-employed graphic designer, for example, whose main work each day is designing. There's an interesting interplay going on in a team environment. Managers need information from their people. To get that information, they need to stop their team from doing their work. Then there is the team who need less distraction in order to get their work done to the highest quality and on time. In my experience, the most productive teams are the ones who have found a happy balance between the manager's need for information and the team's need to work undisturbed. So, the question is, how do you find that balance and if you are a member of a team with a boss who is interrupting you a little too much how do you retrain your boss? Two questions from one wonderful listener who has sent in a question. And with that, let me hand you over to the Mystery Podcast voice for this week's question. This week's question comes from Sam. Sam asks, hi Carl, do you have any tips and ideas for managing a team productively (I manage a team of eight) and how to manage a boss who is disorganised and never remembers what she's asked us to do. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Hi Sam, thank you for your question. It sounds like you're caught in the middle of a productivity nightmare. A boss who has no idea how to get the most out of their team and as a consequence you are unable to help your team work productively. Let's start with the easier of the two. Managing a team. To help you get to the right place, we need to step back a little. A manager's role is to support their team. To provide them with clear instructions and the right tools, and then to keep out of the way and let them get on and do what they were employed to do. At a strategic level that means clear communication—what do you want, how do you want it and when do you want it delivered? And then to step back and let them get on and do it. Let me give you an example of this in play. I record my YouTube videos on a Wednesday. I then create the timeline of the video in Adobe Premiere Pro and send everything to my video editor to do the animations, clean things up and get it ready for publication. In a Google Doc, I write out what I want—where I want split screen effects and other animations. I also add the date I need the finished video for. That's communication part. I then step back and let my video editor get on and do her thing. I don't care how she does the animations or what tools she uses—she likes to use something called CapCut, for example. Once I hand it over to my video editor, the task is in her hands and as long as she gets the edited video back to me by the deadline. I'm happy. If she has any questions, we use a messaging service called Twist—similar to Microsoft Teams and Slack but a lot less distracting—she will message me. And that's the support part. It's simple, effective and allows my video editor the time and space to get on and do the work without me constantly chasing her. Now there is another element going on here. I trust my video editor. She's never let me down and on those rare occasions when she thinks she will be late, she will message me immediately and inform me. If you don't trust your team, who's at fault? If you want to build a productive team, you must trust your team. It's that trust that enables you to leave your team alone to get on and do the work you employ them to do. Constantly interrupting them for updates destroys their productivity. It's the same if you ask them to fill out activity reports and update statuses on complex software systems. I've worked with companies that required their sales teams to maintain a Salesforce CRM system. This meant many of them stop selling on Friday afternoons to update these complex systems which often took them two or three hours. When I was in sales, I found the best time to sell was Friday afternoons. People are more willing to close out a sale before the end of the week. Yet, in that company, they were missing out on so much business because management wanted their sales teams to update overly complex information management systems. Every person you work with is a different person. Trying to shoehorn people into your system can be counterproductive to the overall productivity of the team. As a manager, it's your responsibility to find out the best way to support you team members so they can work in the most effective and efficient way. That way you avoid stress building up in the team which will undermine any efforts to improve the team's productivity. I recently heard Toto Wolf—the CEO and Team Principal of Mercedes Benz's Formula 1 team talking about how he manages his team. He implemented a policy of no meetings before 10:00 am. What this does is allows all people to have at least an hour of undisturbed quiet time each day for doing important work. Now, he's the leader—the CEO—yet he understands that the managers reporting to him still need time to do their work before spending most of their days in meetings. I like another leader from the Formula 1's world, Red Bull's Christian Horner's approach. He doesn't have an engineering degree or understand the complexities of aerodynamics. He has a team of people who are brilliant at that stuff. He sees his roll as the barrier remover. While he's the boss, and needs to know what's going on, he knows he must protect his team from the board of directors' demands and if any department requires something, it's his job to find a way to provide it for them. Productive teams are built from the top. That means the manager must communicate clearly what they want, how they want it and by when. Then step back and let the team get on and do the work. I remember another company I once worked for. The director was a highly intelligent person in her field. Yet, she had somehow developed a managerial arrogance where she believed she did not need to learn how to use the company's database because her project managers could tell her what she needed to know when she needed to know something. This led to her project managers dropping everything to find the information she wanted whenever she asked for it. It created a horrible atmosphere in the company and the team was very unproductive. She would hold five hour team meetings every Friday, where everyone was expected to attend. This further undermined the teams productivity and they were often late in completing projects which meant project managers had to work late and into the weekend to catch up. This director's staff turnover rate was the highest in the company, worldwide, and it was all created by this one individual who did nothing to support her team. The solution was to go back to the basics. Communicate what you want, clearly and concisely—you don't need weekly five hour meetings to do that—and then to step back and let your team get on and do their work. The work they were employed to do. Never, as a manager, believe that your team is there to support you. It's not. You are there to support them. Now, if you are not the manager but have a manager who is destroying your productivity what can you do? This goes to managing expectations. It's very easy to fall into line and say yes to your boss whenever they ask you to do something. Yet, doing so is distorting expectations. Saying “yes I will get this task done today as you ask, boss,” will do nothing for your productivity if on the same day you have six hours of meetings and a proposal to get out before 4:30 pm. You have to stand your ground and inform your boss of your schedule for the day and explain that you will not be able to do it today. I understand, if you have always said yes to your boss, doing this will be difficult at first, but how will you change anything if you do not challenge your boss's instructions when you already know what they are asking you to do will be practically impossible? In effect you need to retrain your boss and set more realistic expectations. One tip I often share is to challenge deadlines. If your boss asks you to send them something, reply and tell them you will get it to them by the end of the week (or early next week). The worst thing that will happen is your boss will push back and tell you they need it right now. That's great because they've saved you a decision. You need to do it right now. So do it. However, in the majority of cases, your boss will accept your timeline. They're busy too, after all. However, the critical part of this is you follow through and deliver what they asked for when you said you will do it. If you don't, you lose trust. You want your boss to trust you. And if, for whatever reason, you find you cannot do what you said you would do, when you said you would do it, you must inform them as soon as you know—something my video editor will do. And incidentally, you should be doing this with your customers and clients too. This can be another area where some preconceived ideas about customers and clients can lead to productivity issues. Be clear when you are communicating with your customers and clients. Set realistic expectations—and telling them that you will always be available if they ever need you is not a realistic expectation. What happens if you're giving birth when they call (as happened to one of my clients), or you're in a meeting with another client? Tell your customers how best to get in touch with you and that if you cannot respond immediately you will get back to them as soon as you can. I hope that has helped, Sam. Thank you for your question and thank you for listening. It just remains for me now to wish you all a very very productive week.