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It's been a wild few years for grid-scale batteries in Texas. At the start of the decade, the Lone Star State was home to roughly 200 megawatts of battery capacity. Today, that number has skyrocketed to seventeen gigawatts…with at least five more gigawatts expected to come online by the end of 2026. But this rapid buildout quickly led to market saturation. In the past year alone, revenues plummeted by more than 80%, far below the threshold needed for fleet operators to stay in the black. The future of the battery market in Texas remains murky. Will the depression continue? Or will the imminent, enormous surge of data center load growth reset the state of play and bring volatility back into the mix? In this episode, Shayle sits down with Brandt Vermillion, U.S. market lead at Modo Energy, to unpack the mechanics of the Texas battery storage market, and consider when the tide could turn back in developers' favor. They cover topics like: - The factors behind the recent cratering of the market - How longer battery durations are able to capture secondary price spikes - The degree to which weather patterns have contributed to battery demand - Reconciling currently suppressed revenues with the hundreds of incoming gigawatts of proposed data center demand - Whether on-site generation for hyperscaler data centers will blunt peak demand spikes and delay the return of grid volatility - Why off-takers are considering tolling agreements to survive the market downturn - Catalyst: 2026 trends: Gas turbines, Texas' load queue, and China electrifies - Catalyst: Why C&I storage is finally taking off - Catalyst: The rise of flexible data centers - Open Circuit: Data centers have a Texas-sized energy problem - Open Circuit: The off-grid data center fantasy - Open Circuit: A global energy shock and the case for distributed power - Open Circuit: Power is caught in AI's doom loop - Latitude Media: How the AI boom has impacted US battery storage so far - Latitude Media: Branch Energy heads to PJM to sell battery capacity to data centers Credits: Hosted by Shayle Kann. Produced and edited by Max Savage Levenson. Original music and engineering by Sean Marquand. Stephen Lacey is our executive editor. Catalyst is brought to you by GridBeyond. GridBeyond is the world's leading technology platform for managing distributed and flexible energy resources. Learn more by visiting GridBeyond.com. Catalyst is brought to you by Antenna Group, the strategic communications and marketing partner behind the biggest names in energy, climate, and infrastructure. For three decades, Antenna has helped breakout companies amplify their stories, build reputation, differentiate from the competition, define new categories and accelerate growth. Learn more at antennagroup.com.  Catalyst is brought to you by EnergyHub. Peak season puts every grid to the test — and the utilities that pass are the ones that built flexible capacity before they needed it. EnergyHub works with more than 230 utilities to coordinate over 2.6 million DERs and more than 3.6 gigawatts of dispatchable flexibility through a single platform designed to perform when it counts most. See what that looks like at EnergyHub.com.

Karl Marx famously declared that he was not a Marxist. But his theoretical work spawned many branches of research, political movements, and heated debate. Can we identify a set of unifying ideas that make up Marxism? On this latest episode of Confronting Capitalism, Vivek Chibber and Melissa Naschek look at the foundations of Marx's writing and explain how Marxism has both developed and degenerated over the past century. The latest issue of Catalyst is out and you can subscribe for just $20 using the code CONFRONTINGCAPITALISM: https://catalyst-journal.com/subscribe/?code=CONFRONTINGCAPITALISM Have a question for us? Write to us by email: confronting.capitalism@jacobin.com Confronting Capitalism with Vivek Chibber is produced by Catalyst: A Journal of Theory and Strategy, and published by Jacobin. Music by Zonkey.

Are you looking to save time, make money, and start winning with less risk? Then head to https://www.ovtlyr.com.Learn more about OVTLYR: https://youtu.be/TUCbD5KovlcStop gambling on Micron earnings and start using the information the market gives you.Micron (MU) is running up into earnings, and this is exactly where many traders get tempted to buy calls, buy puts, or pile into the stock hoping to catch a huge post-earnings move. The problem is simple: you don't know which direction the stock will move. Great earnings can send a stock lower, terrible earnings can send it higher, and the volatility can create enormous risk either way.This is what I call catalyst risk.Earnings can completely reset the market's expectations for a stock. Fear and greed change, institutions reposition, and prices can move violently in a matter of minutes. The temptation is to be the trader who catches the huge gap after earnings, but taking that risk before you know the outcome isn't necessary.Micron provides a perfect example. The stock previously ran up into earnings, peaked, and then eventually suffered a 41% peak-to-trough decline. Now we're seeing another pre-earnings run, creating the exact kind of situation where retail traders can start chasing the stock because they don't want to miss the next big move.Historical earnings data referenced in this video makes the problem even more interesting. Across more than 31,000 corporate earnings reports, the average 30-day return showed essentially no historical edge from simply trading earnings. Positive and negative gaps largely cancel each other out, while the risk remains significant.By combining the at-the-money call and put prices, you can estimate the expected move for the stock. In the Micron example, the options were pricing roughly a $69 move in either direction, or around a 6.5% move. That's a massive amount of uncertainty to accept simply for the possibility of being right about earnings.And buying both a call and a put doesn't automatically solve the problem.After earnings, implied volatility can collapse, creating what's known as an earnings volatility crush. Your options can lose a substantial amount of value even if the stock barely moves. In the example discussed here, an options position could lose more than 50% simply from the volatility coming out of the contracts.So what's the alternative?That's where the Gap and Go strategy comes in. If a stock gaps up 5% or more after earnings and continues holding above the low of the gap candle, you may be looking at a potential Gap and Go setup. If the stock closes below that level, it becomes a Gap and Crap, which is an important warning that the post-earnings move is failing.The key is that you don't have to predict the earnings result.Let earnings happen. Let the stock gap. Then watch what price actually does.✅ Micron (MU) earnings and pre-earnings stock moves✅ Catalyst risk and why earnings can move stocks violently✅ Options expected move and the earnings straddle✅ Implied volatility crush and why options can lose value after earnings✅ Gap and Go vs. Gap and Crap trading strategyIf you've ever bought a stock or options contract right before earnings because you wanted to catch the big move, this lesson is worth watching. You don't have to gamble on the outcome. Sometimes the smarter trade is simply waiting for the market to reveal what happened, then riding the move that actually develops.Subscribe to OVTLYR for disciplined trading strategies that actually make sense.

This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Shulagna Dasgupta, a fellow podcast host who spent over two decades at Accenture on human capital, talent, and operating models, most recently as vice chair advising CEOs through major transformations. She left this past June to launch her podcast, AI-isms, and to found Ochin, an AI advisory firm helping organizations navigate transformation. Tammy and Shulagna tackle the question so many leaders are sitting with: if your organization went tech-first, automated hard, and treated people as an afterthought, can you actually recover? Shulagna's answer is yes. She argues that for the first time, value and human advantage aren't in opposition. Her prescription for making that pivot: get explicit about intention, replace fear with real psychological safety, and above all, get CXOs hands-on building with AI themselves rather than just prompting it, since that's what shifts how they design programs for everyone else.Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATALinks: Shulagna Dasgupta OchinAI-isms Podcast Learn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Nelson Chandler to dive into an incredible 50 years of hunting experience right here in Georgia. From lessons learned in the field to stories that could only come from decades in the woods, Nelson shares a lifetime of knowledge about hunting, wildlife, and the changing landscape of the sport.We talk about how hunting in Georgia has evolved over the years, the skills every hunter should master, and the moments that have stayed with him the most. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this conversation is packed with insight, wisdom, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors.Tune in for a genuine, story-filled discussion that captures what hunting is really all about.Podcast brought to you by:Sportsmen's empireLWCG https://www.lonewolfcustomgear.comAsio : SEBH for 15% off https://asiogear.com/Bowtique: SEBHP https://thebowtiquellc.com/G5 Outdoors https://www.g5outdoors.com/Prime Archery https://www.g5prime.com/Dialed Archery https://dialedarchery.com/Moultrie https://www.moultrie.com/BHL https://bowhuntingleague.comScrape doctor SEBH15 for 15% https://scrapedoctor.com/Victory Archery https://www.victoryarchery.com/Catalyst archery https://catalystarchery.com SEBH10Unbound Archery SEBH10 for 10% off https://www.unboundarchery.comRapid raxx https://www.facebook.com/share/19LDT2obmT/?mibextid=wwXIfr Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Slam The Gavel welcomes Rick Lobo to the podcast. Rick has recently published his book, "The Trifecta Code,  When Crisis Becomes the Catalyst for Profound Change," #1 Best Seller on Amazon in August, 2026. This memoir is about making the journey through the hardest seasons of life instead of walking around them.     On 10-4-2019, Rick's father showed up on his doorstep, unannounced. He explained to his son, that his wife, Rick's mother - who has mental illness - had attacked him. Rick was suddenly the one who had to figure out what happened. He was advised to pursue a conservatorship. However no one told Rick how hard that process would be. A Temporary Conservatorship was granted in 2020. Covid hit in March and everything got pushed back in the courts. What followed was three years of a battle Rick had not expected. Not just against the courts, but against his whole family. His mother had passed away on 9-20-23. Rick had seen her four days earlier. Rick is still in the battle to this day.....To Reach Rick Lobo: ricklobo.comSupportshow(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)Maryann Petri: dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.comhttps://www.tiktok.com/@maryannpetriFacebook:  https://youtube.com/@slamthegavelpodcast?si=INW9XaTyprKsaDkl https://capsmovement.org TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@maryannpetrihttps://substack.com/@maryannpetri?r=kd7n6&utm_medium=iosInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/guitarpeace/Pinterest: Slam The Gavel Podcast/@guitarpeaceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryann-petri-62a46b1ab/  Twitter https://x.com/PetriMaryannEzlegalsuit.com   https://ko-fi.com/maryannpetrihttps://www.zazzle.com/store/slam_the_gavel/aboout*DISCLAIMER* The use of this information is at the viewer/user's own risk. Content on this podcast does not constitute legal, financial, medical or any other professional advice. Viewer/user/guest should consult with the relevant professionals. IRS CIRCULAR 230 DISCLOSURE: To ensure compliance with requirements imposed by the Internal Revenue Service, we inform you that any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this communication (including any attachments) is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (1) avoiding penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or (2) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any transaction or matter addressed herein. Reproduction, distribution, performing, publicly displaying and making a derivative of the work is explicitly prohibited without permission from content creator. The content creator maintains the exclusive copyright and any unauthorized copyright usage is strictly prohibited.  Podcast is protected by owner from duplication, reproduction, distribution, making a derivative of the work or by owner displaying the podcast. Owner shall be held harmless and indemnified from any and all legal liability.Support the showSupportshow(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/

In this episode, we explore the nature of influence, how it relates to identity, strength, and courage, and how to intentionally develop authentic influence in our lives and communities.  Influence is more than visibility or a large following—it's the lasting effect your life has on others. In this conversation, the hosts explore how influence grows from identity, strength, and courage: it may happen naturally, but it can also take intentional effort to serve people well. Mentorship and close relationships create change through honesty, commitment, and lived example, while social media reach alone doesn't guarantee meaningful impact. The practical question isn't “How do I become famous?” but “Who am I shaping, and in what direction?” Influence starts small, compounds over time, and is strongest when people carry forward what they've learned and help others grow. Key Topics Defining influence and how to measure it The relationship between influence and the pillars of identity, strength, and courage The role of authenticity and intentionality in influence The difference between influence and popularity The impact of influence on personal and community growth The example of Jesus' influence through the disciples The importance of influence in mentorship and leadership The influence of personal experience and discipline The influence of social media and authentic influence The importance of influence in shaping society and individuals Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Influence and Its Importance 03:55 The Relationship Between Influence and Personal Pillars 07:55 Influence as a Byproduct of Character and Action 11:57 The Impact of Influence on Society and Community 15:56 The Balance Between Influence and Popularity 20:09 Legacy and Lasting Impact of True Influence 24:07 Influence as a Reflection of Inner Character 25:55 The Influence of Personal Relationships and Community 27:55 The Role of Humility and Discipline in Influence 30:00 Influence as a Spiritual and Moral Force 31:57 The Difference Between Influence and Celebrity 33:54 The Natural Flow of Influence in Life 35:50 Influence as a Catalyst for Personal Growth 37:47 The Influence of Jesus and Biblical Examples 39:53 The Intentionality Behind Influence 41:55 The Influence of Mentorship and Teaching 43:59 The Influence of Consistency and Character 45:59 Creating Influence in Your Circle 47:56 The Future of Influence and Personal Development 49:49 Final Thoughts and Encouragement to Grow Influence  

Over a hundred years ago Fritz Haber and Carl Bosch discovered a way to produce ammonia that revolutionised farming. It changed the world. But today this way of making ammonia uses between 1-2% of the world's global energy, and produces about the same greenhouse gas emissions as the whole airline industry. Is there a better way? A team at Earth Sciences New Zealand are on the hunt for a catalyst that could convert water and air into ammonia using renewable electricity. Their dream is to enable efficient and economical small-scale ammonia production, but to get there they must first prove the chemistry is possible. Over a hundred years ago Fritz Haber and Carl Bosch discovered a way to produce ammonia that would revolutionise farming. It changed the world. But today synthetic ammonia production uses between 1-2% of the world global energy, and produces about the same greenhouse gas emissions as the whole airline industry. Is there a better way to make it? A team at Earth Sciences New Zealand are on the hunt for a catalyst that could convert water and air into ammonia using renewable electricty. Their dream is to enable efficient and economical small-scale ammonia production, but to get there they must first prove the chemistry is possible.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Bryan Gildenberg and Phil Kafarakis break down McDonald's (MCD) next growth plan as the stock sits at 52-week lows. They discuss franchisee tensions, with 98% saying they're not making enough money, the $8.5 billion capital improvement plan, and how fuel prices and GLP-1 usage are reshaping consumer behavior. They also see beverages as a high-margin opportunity while cautioning that complex menu items like chicken could add operational strain.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Choose Joy Daily: Joy Isn't A Reward, It's A Business Strategy! SUPER! SYBAC268 Pop in here every day for a dose of different business building perspective! https://facebook.com/supersizebusiness Supersize Your Business (free) Skool link: https://www.skool.com/supersize-your-business-1654/about #supersizeyourbusiness #supersizeyourbusinessannualchallenge #emotionalintelligence #emotionhandling #suppressingemotion #acknowledge #seeemotion #feelittohealit #emotionalhealing #boundaries #connection #emotiongift #messageinemotion #comfortzone #courage #feelfearactanyway #actiontrumpsfear #joy #choosejoydaily #feelfirst #resultsofemotion Finding joy is the secret to sustainable business success. Learn why prioritizing happiness leads to better results. In this session of the Supersize Your Business Annual Challenge, we explore the relationship between your mindset and your professional trajectory. Many people mistakenly believe that success must come first, but shifting your perspective to prioritize happiness can change your output. This is for entrepreneurs looking to build a more sustainable foundation for their work. We discuss how actively choosing to experience joy acts as a key driver for personal growth and emotional intelligence. Instead of waiting for external validation to feel good, you can learn to create your own positive environment. Consistent practice in this area ensures you stay energized while navigating the daily ups and downs of building a company. Subscribe for daily personal growth perspectives, and share in the comments: what is one way you are choosing joy in your business today? 0:00 Joy as a Catalyst for Success 1:06 Four Pillars of Cultivating Joy 3:14 Lessons from a Personal Wake-Up Call 5:54 Assessing Your Current Emotional State

Choose Joy Daily: Joy Isn't A Reward, It's A Business Strategy! SUPER! SYBAC268 Pop in here every day for a dose of different business building perspective! https://facebook.com/supersizebusiness Supersize Your Business (free) Skool link: https://www.skool.com/supersize-your-business-1654/about #supersizeyourbusiness #supersizeyourbusinessannualchallenge #emotionalintelligence #emotionhandling #suppressingemotion #acknowledge #seeemotion #feelittohealit #emotionalhealing #boundaries #connection #emotiongift #messageinemotion #comfortzone #courage #feelfearactanyway #actiontrumpsfear #joy #choosejoydaily #feelfirst #resultsofemotionFinding joy is the secret to sustainable business success. Learn why prioritizing happiness leads to better results.In this session of the Supersize Your Business Annual Challenge, we explore the relationship between your mindset and your professional trajectory. Many people mistakenly believe that success must come first, but shifting your perspective to prioritize happiness can change your output. This is for entrepreneurs looking to build a more sustainable foundation for their work.We discuss how actively choosing to experience joy acts as a key driver for personal growth and emotional intelligence. Instead of waiting for external validation to feel good, you can learn to create your own positive environment. Consistent practice in this area ensures you stay energized while navigating the daily ups and downs of building a company.Subscribe for daily personal growth perspectives, and share in the comments: what is one way you are choosing joy in your business today?0:00 Joy as a Catalyst for Success1:06 Four Pillars of Cultivating Joy3:14 Lessons from a Personal Wake-Up Call5:54 Assessing Your Current Emotional State

Apply Now to Join the Catalyst Mastermind - catalystmastermind.org You've read all the books about raising a confident son or daughter. You want your kids to believe they can do hard things. But the minute a grown woman says the same thing about herself, out loud, that she's ambitious and chasing more and not one bit sorry, it suddenly feels vain.This episode is about that gap, because our kids' confidence has almost nothing to do with the pep talk in the car and everything to do with what they see us do with our own calling.Kids learn confidence the same way they learn everything else: by watching. And whatever they see becomes their whole idea of what life is like for a grown woman.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why confident motherhood is caught more than taught, and what your kids are actually absorbing when you talk yourself out of your own growthHow to spot the moment so many women quietly decide they're "finished becoming," usually somewhere after motherhoodWhat it teaches your kids when you fail in front of them and get back up anywayWhy we'll invest in tutors, coaches, and $200 soccer cleats without flinching but stop investing in ourselvesOne small, concrete move to make this week that models a life of growth for the people watching you at homeTimestamps:(00:29) - The double standard: we cheer a nine-year-old's ambition and call our own vain(01:07) - Our kids are learning from us whether we mean to teach it or not(01:31) - Confidence is caught, not coached: how a child imprints on "normal"(02:00) - The moment a lot of us decide we're finished becoming(02:32) - Kids catch all of it: how we talk about ourselves, the apologies we tack on(03:35) - Building things in front of your kids that don't work(05:00) - The parable of the talents and the growth we bury(05:20) - Why we invest in everyone but ourselves(05:31) - Picture your own mom taking her dream seriously(06:12) - This week's challenge: name the risk, make one small move by Sunday(07:27) - It'll feel indulgent. Do it anyway.(07:50) - Why Alli built Catalyst and what's happening to the women in it(09:33) - The embarrassing sneaker story (and the shoes Alli swears by)(11:49) - You keep becoming, because God has a fresh calling for every seasonLinks to great things we discussed: Catalyst MastermindAlli's Product Recommendation: The New Balance Women's Fresh Foam 880sFunction Health - Use code AWORTHINGTON10 for a discount on comprehensive lab testingWise Woman Method on SubstackTake the Secret Superpower QuizJoin the Uplift CommunityFollow Alli on InstagramAlli on YouTubeI hope you loved this episode!

Dual-use technologies and the rise of defense tech are having a moment. But how does the defense sector approach innovations in energy that may be necessary to optimize its fleets? To help answer that question, Shayle turns to the maritime sector to explore how advanced batteries, nuclear propulsion, and autonomous capabilities are shaping the future of defense. Unlike conventional EVs, maritime vehicles and drones must compete with the challenges presented by the sea in order to complete surveillance and reconnaissance-related missions, as well as direct attacks. Saltwater corrodes hardware, and vehicles at great depths must withstand enormous pressure; to say nothing of the fact that moving through water requires nearly 1,000 times more energy than through air.  To learn how the sector navigates these obstacles, Shayle sits down with Andrew Nuss, the head of growth and strategy in the maritime division at the defense technology company Anduril. They unpack topics including: - The complicated physics influencing maritime drone design and energy usage - How lithium-ion cells fare in deep-sea deployment - Why extreme reliability and long-range capabilities drive the military's energy requirements compared to commercial shipping - How surface or subsea recharging depots could reshape vehicle design - Why both commercial and defense sectors are revisiting nuclear propulsion as a viable option for high-speed, zero-emission surface vessels Catalyst: The rise of metal fuels - Catalyst: GM's big new battery tech push - Catalyst: Decarbonizing the high seas - Open Circuit: A five-alarm fire for the grid? - Latitude Media: Is adaptation ready for growth money? Credits: Hosted by Shayle Kann. Produced and edited by Max Savage Levenson. Original music and engineering by Sean Marquand. Stephen Lacey is our executive editor. Catalyst is brought to you by EnergyHub. Peak season puts every grid to the test — and the utilities that pass are the ones that built flexible capacity before they needed it. EnergyHub works with more than 170 utilities to coordinate 2.5 million devices and 3.4 gigawatts of dispatchable flexibility through a single platform designed to perform when it counts most. See what that looks like at https://www.energyhub.com/ Catalyst is brought to you by Bloom Energy. Bloom Energy fuel cells deliver affordable, ultra-reliable onsite power for hospitals, utilities, and data centers – at speed and at scale. Learn more by visiting https://www.bloomenergy.com/ This episode of Catalyst is brought to you by ENGIE, the smarter energy supplier. ENGIE doesn't just provide the power to run your business — they supply the energy to move it forward, with reliable, flexible solutions built for what's next. Learn more at https://www.engieresources.com/.

In this episode, Nick from Zone 37 Airsoft discusses the upcoming Chapter 3 - Catalyst, as well as the innovative Rift event, blending LARP, video game mechanics, and immersive storytelling to revolutionize airsoft experiences.Discover how technology, lore, and community collaboration create a unique, evolving universe for players.--- If you're looking to support the channel, check out our merch store here: https://stormriders.threadless.com/ And join our discord by following this link: https://discord.gg/ZdaftDDYaZ

Scott Goodstein, Founder and CEO of Catalyst Campaigns, highlights how quickly misinformation spreads and how reaching even a small audience can shape broader public opinion. While always a part of the political campaign landscape, AI is being used to create social media missiles that can be highly targeted with misinformation and disinformation to reach undecided voters. With traditional fact-checking organizations in decline, campaigns must build proactive rapid-response strategies and educate voters about deepfakes. We talk about: How AI and easier access to voter files enable targeted delivery of sophisticated misleading videos  The real threat has moved underground to harder-to-detect, low-visibility channels  How the Russians are creating and distributing AI-generated videos using the voices and likenesses of celebrities to create confusion Developing a fire-drill mentality and monitoring local news and diverse social platforms to be prepared for a rapid response #CatalystCampaigns #PoliticalCampaigns #CampaignStrategy #AIDisinformation #PoliticalConsultants  #GetOutTheVote #GOTV #RapidResponse #ElectionSecurity #Misinformation  #CampaignComms #ForeignInterference Russian Disinformation Machine is Gearing Up for the Midterms Scott's Warning in USA Today CatalystCampaigns.com

The same workplaces that have held back women aren't working especially well for men either. That insight reframes the whole conversation about gender at work.My guest is Jennifer McCollum, CEO and President of Catalyst, one of the world's leading organisations dedicated to advancing women and building workplaces where everyone can thrive. She is also the author of Men at Work: The Roadmap to Gender Partnership, a practical and timely book on men, women, power, fear and change.We explore the man box, the narrow set of expectations around strength, competition and control that creates real anxiety for 84% of men, and why fear is the biggest thing stopping men from advocating for others and for themselves. Jennifer explains what gender partnership looks like in practice and which organisational systems leaders need to examine if they want real change.If you lead a team or run an organisation, this conversation will change how you think about performance, culture and who gets to thrive.Where in your world are old expectations still limiting people?"Men feel pressure to live in the man box." - Jennifer McCollumYou'll hear about•      Why workplaces aren't working well for men•      The man box and its 84% pressure statistic•      Fear as the biggest barrier to speaking up•      What gender partnership really means in practice•      How advocating for others benefits men too•      Pitching gender partnership to a new CEO•      Key talent systems every leader should examine•      Why trust must come before truth•      The Walk the Line exercise and its surprising resultsAbout Jennifer:Jennifer McCollum is a recognized CEO, speaker, and leadership expert on a mission to build more inclusive workplaces by advancing women and engaging men as partners in equity.She is the author of the book Men at Work: The Roadmap to Gender Partnership, a powerful call for men to move beyond passive support toward shared leadership. She also wrote In Her Own Voice: A Woman's Rise to CEO, which explores the challenges women face on the path to leadership through data and personal storytelling.She is President &CEO of Catalyst, a global nonprofit dedicated to accelerating progress for women at work. Previously, she was the first female CEO of Linkage, a leadership development firm focused on changing the face of leadership, where she successfully led its acquisition by SHRM.Her insights have appeared in The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Forbes, and Psychology Today, and she's spoken on hundreds of stages worldwide. She lives in the Washington, D.C., area with her husband and three children, and is a passionate tennis player and skier.Catalyst: https://www.catalyst.org/Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferscherermccollum/Book: https://www.catalyst.org/en-gb/insights/men-at-work-book My resources:Try my High-stakes meetings toolkit (https://bit.ly/43cnhnQ).Take my Becoming a Strategic Leader course (https://bit.ly/3KJYDTj).Sign up to my Every Day is a Strategy Day newsletter (http://bit.ly/36WRpri) for modern mindsets and practices to help you get ahead.Subscribe to my YouTube channel (http://bit.ly/3cFGk1k) where you can watch the conversation.For more details about me:●      Services (https://rb.gy/ahlcuy) to CEOs, entrepreneurs and professionals.●      About me (https://rb.gy/dvmg9n) - my background, experience and philosophy.●      Examples of my writing https://rb.gy/jlbdds).●      Follow me and engage with me on LinkedIn (https://bit.ly/2Z2PexP).●      Follow me and engage with me on Twitter (https://bit.ly/36XavNI).

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In Episode 209 of the Programmatic Digest Podcast, Hélène Parker sits down with Avani Oswal, founder of Catalyst, to explore what retail and ecommerce leaders need to know as AI reshapes discovery, technology decisions, and customer experiences. Avani shares how her career moved from finance and consulting at EY to strategy at Macy's, operational roles across ecommerce brands including IPSY, and eventually building Catalyst, a community that connects retail operators with emerging technology companies. She explains why understanding the numbers, listening closely to operators, and building real relationships are essential when evaluating technology. The conversation examines the shift from SEO to answer engine optimization, or AEO. Avani explains how brands can improve their visibility inside AI-generated answers by combining structured product data with insights from ecommerce, creative, data, and paid media teams. She also breaks down the build-versus-buy decision for SaaS tools, including the factors teams often overlook: speed, resources, customization, ownership, and ongoing maintenance. Hélène and Avani close with a look toward 2027 and the promise of true one-to-one personalization across websites, merchandising, email, text, CRM, and marketing. Avani's final reminder is simple: believe in yourself, trust the experience you already have, and take the bet on yourself. About Us The Programmatic Digest Podcast makes programmatic advertising, ad tech, and the future of digital media easier to understand. Hosted by Hélène Parker, the show brings together operators, traders, founders, and industry leaders for practical conversations about the technology, strategy, and people shaping our industry. Through Hélène Parker Consulting, we help media and ad-tech companies grow revenue while building stronger programmatic teams through sales growth, go-to-market strategy, workshops, consulting, and training. Access the programmatic training library: https://www.heleneparker.com/library Timestamps • [00:00] - Welcome and introduction to Avani Oswal • [01:12] - From EY and Wharton to Macy's, IPSY, and ecommerce operations • [02:50] - Why Avani created Catalyst and began connecting brands with tech companies • [04:07] - Building value through community, trust, and relationships • [05:30] - Using finance and business outcomes to evaluate technology • [06:39] - Cutting through AI hype and finding tools that move the numbers • [08:02] - Why in-person relationships still matter in a digital industry • [09:39] - The biggest changes in ecommerce and SaaS over the past year • [10:44] - From AI-first companies to answer engine optimization • [12:19] - How brand, creative, ecommerce, data, and paid teams can collaborate on AEO • [15:30] - What a PDP is and how product data can become more useful to LLMs • [16:07] - SaaS versus building in-house: the core decision factors • [17:40] - The maintenance cost companies forget after building a tool • [18:45] - What large and small brands are choosing today • [20:01] - The programmatic comparison: white-label support versus hiring in-house • [20:49] - Avani's 2027 prediction for agentic, one-to-one personalization • [23:01] - Avani's advice: believe in yourself and take the bet • [24:54] - How to connect with Avani and closing remarks Meet Our Guest Avani Oswal – Founder of Catalyst Avani Oswal works at the intersection of AI, ecommerce, retail, and emerging technology. Her background includes finance and consulting at EY, an MBA from Wharton, strategy work at Macy's, and ecommerce and operational roles across consumer brands, including IPSY. As the founder of Catalyst, Avani connects retail and ecommerce leaders with one another and with technology companies. She helps operators evaluate emerging solutions, helps founders understand real industry needs, and creates communities where leaders can exchange practical insights. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avanioswal/ Catalyst: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecatalystclub/ Meet The Team Hélène Parker – Host of the Programmatic Digest Podcast Website: https://heleneparker.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helene-parker/ Manuela Cortes – Co-Host, Programmatic Digest en Español LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuela-cortes-/ Learn Programmatic Programmatic Training Library: https://heleneparker.com/library Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://heleneparker.com/newsletter Join the Workshop Waitlist: https://www.heleneparker.com/waitlist/ Follow Us LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/programmatic-digest-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@programmaticdigest  

In this episode, I sit down with Steven Coffelt from Rapid Raxx to break down one of the most debated topics in deer hunting—how feeding deer changes the hunt.We dive into how supplemental feeding impacts deer movement, behavior, and overall herd health. Steven shares his firsthand experience working with landowners and hunters, explaining how the right feeding strategy can not only improve your chances in the stand but also benefit the long-term health and growth of your herd.We also talk about what we're seeing on the ground this year and give our expectations for the upcoming Georgia deer season, including patterns, conditions, and what hunters should be paying attention to right now.If you've ever wondered whether feeding deer helps or hurts your hunting—and how to do it the right way—this is an episode you don't want to miss. Podcast brought to you by:Sportsmen's empire LWCG https://www.lonewolfcustomgear.comAsio : SEBH for 15% off https://asiogear.com/Bowtique: SEBHP https://thebowtiquellc.com/G5 Outdoors https://www.g5outdoors.com/Prime Archery https://www.g5prime.com/ Dialed Archery https://dialedarchery.com/ Moultrie https://www.moultrie.com/BHL https://bowhuntingleague.comScrape doctor SEBH15 for 15% https://scrapedoctor.com/Victory Archery https://www.victoryarchery.com/Catalyst archery https://catalystarchery.com SEBH10Unbound Archery SEBH10 for 10% off https://www.unboundarchery.com Rapid raxx https://www.facebook.com/share/19LDT2obmT/?mibextid=wwXIfr Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when you're used to taking care of everyone else and suddenly life asks you to pay attention to what you need?For Sue Weldon, that shift came after being diagnosed with breast cancer at just 39 years old while raising three young children. As she navigated treatment, surgery, recovery, and the physical and emotional changes she never expected, she began exploring integrative approaches that helped her feel more supported through the experience.That journey ultimately inspired Sue to create Unite for HER, where she now serves as CEO and Founder. What began with her own experience has grown into a national nonprofit providing integrative support to thousands of people affected by breast and ovarian cancer through services including medical acupuncture, oncology massage, nutrition counseling, yoga, and mental health support.Sue's work has earned recognition across the healthcare and nonprofit sectors, including the West Chester University Distinguished Alumni Award, the March of Dimes Salute to Women of Achievement, and the Catalyst of Care Award. Most recently, she authored Heal Empower Restore: A Revolutionary Roadmap to Support the Body and Mind through Cancer Care, bringing together her personal experience and the work she has spent years building through Unite for HER.In this conversation, we talk about what cancer taught Sue about listening to her body and honoring her own needs, the parts of going through cancer that women aren't always prepared for, and why treating the disease is only one part of supporting the whole person.We also talk about something that extends far beyond cancer: how difficult it can be to receive when you're accustomed to being the one who gives.Sue shares what it was like to let other people show up for her, why receiving support can be a gift to the person giving it too, and how she learned to create her own non-negotiables around her health and well-being.Whether cancer has touched your life personally or you've spent years putting yourself somewhere near the bottom of your own priority list, this conversation is a powerful reminder that honoring what you need isn't selfish and you don't have to wait until life forces you to begin listening.Connect with Sue:www.uniteforher.org/healempowerrestoreConnect with KellyLearn more about Kelly's 12-week private Self-Loyalty Mentorship here: ⁠⁠https://drkellykessler.com/selfloyaltymentorship⁠⁠Self-Abandonment AuditA free resource to help you recognize where you may be overriding your own needs, emotions, boundaries, or inner knowing and begin identifying the patterns keeping you stuck.⁠⁠https://drkellykessler.com/selfaudit⁠⁠Milk and Butterflies: Get free shipping on your order with this link:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://milkandbutterflies.com/discount/DRKELLY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jennifer McCollum spent twenty-five years climbing toward a seat she wasn't sure she'd ever reach. Then a single phone call changed everything by telling her exactly what she didn't want. Jennifer is President and CEO of Catalyst, the global nonprofit working with many of the world's most powerful companies to build workplaces that work for women, and only the sixth leader in its sixty-year history. She's the author of In Her Own Voice and, most recently, Men at Work: The Road Map to Gender Partnership, launched this year at the New York Stock Exchange, and a member of Marshall Goldsmith's 100 Coaches community. In this episode, she shares the Unlock Moment that redirected her career, and why clarity of action begins with a harder question than "what do I do next?" We cover the scrappy childhood that shaped her drive, the two layoffs and the sabbatical that made her stop and reassess, and why getting clear on what she didn't want freed her to find the work she was made for. We also get into the heart of Men at Work: why workplaces were never designed for women, why they aren't serving men especially well either, and what it really takes to build organisations that work for everyone. A conversation about ambition, clarity, and the choices leaders can make right now rather than waiting for the culture to catch up. The Unlock Moment is hosted by Dr Gary Crotaz, PhD — master interviewer, executive coach and author. Downloaded in over 140 countries. Sign up to The Unlock Moment newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/ywhdaazp Find out more at https://garycrotaz.com and https://theunlockmoment.com Also discover his other podcasts, The Box of Keys and Unlock Your Leadership. Follow, subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts — and connect with Dr Gary on LinkedIn for more leadership insights. Part of The Unlock Moment podcast family.

As we head into the final quarter of this pivotal and dramatic year for the energy sector, Catalyst host Shayle Kann takes stock of 2026 so far – and considers what's to come – in this AMA-style episode. He discusses the year's biggest stories, the trends that have surprised him the most, and his hot takes on the current energy landscape. Shayle dives into topics including: - The data center backlash and why it has become more bipartisan than he expected - The impacts of the war in Iran on global EV adoption, and how the rollback of U.S. tax credits has countered that momentum - Why fuel cell maker Bloom Energy is flourishing amidst the rush for behind-the-meter generation - Tariff innovations: How big data centers could subsidize retail electricity rates in small utility territories - Why Shayle thinks predictions of a flattening U.S. solar market are underestimating massive growth potential - Hot take: why Shayle thinks massive grid capacity is about to hit the system - Catalyst: What comes after the data center backlash? - Catalyst: Can AI revolutionize grid operations? - Catalyst: Why C&I storage is finally taking off - Catalyst: Enter the electric supercycle - Catalyst: Inside the global fertilizer crunch Credits: Hosted by Shayle Kann. Produced and edited by Max Savage Levenson. Original music and engineering by Sean Marquand. Stephen Lacey is our executive editor. Catalyst is brought to you by EnergyHub. Peak season puts every grid to the test — and the utilities that pass are the ones that built flexible capacity before they needed it. EnergyHub works with more than 170 utilities to coordinate 2.5 million devices and 3.4 gigawatts of dispatchable flexibility through a single platform designed to perform when it counts most. See what that looks like at ⁠https://www.energyhub.com/⁠ Catalyst is brought to you by Bloom Energy. Bloom Energy fuel cells deliver affordable, ultra-reliable onsite power for hospitals, utilities, and data centers – at speed and at scale. Learn more by visiting ⁠https://www.bloomenergy.com⁠ This episode of Catalyst is brought to you by ENGIE, the smarter energy supplier. ENGIE doesn't just provide the power to run your business — they supply the energy to move it forward, with reliable, flexible solutions built for what's next. Learn more at ⁠https://www.engieresources.com

It's all too common for people to associate the mere existence of markets with capitalism. But because we know markets had a life before capitalism, we can also imagine them having a life after. On this latest episode of Confronting Capitalism, Vivek Chibber and Melissa Naschek compare how markets operated in pre-capitalist economies versus modern capitalist economies to see if markets may prove useful in future socialist societies. The latest issue of Catalyst is out and you can subscribe for just $20 using the code CONFRONTINGCAPITALISM: https://catalyst-journal.com/subscribe/?code=CONFRONTINGCAPITALISM Have a question for us? Write to us by email: confronting.capitalism@jacobin.com Confronting Capitalism with Vivek Chibber is produced by Catalyst: A Journal of Theory and Strategy, and published by Jacobin. Music by Zonkey.

Agriculture is at a critical turning point — and a major new study says biofuels could be the key to unlocking its future. On this episode of Farm+Food+Facts, host Joanna Guza talks with Juan Sacoto and Emerson Wohlenberg of S&P Global Energy about a landmark study, Fueling Agriculture: Biofuels as the Catalyst. Commissioned by USFRA, the research offers a detailed, evidence-based look at how biofuels can strengthen farmer incomes, stabilize rural economies, and reshape agriculture's path forward.  Listen now.  Learn more at fuelingagriculture.com. To stay connected with USFRA, join our newsletter and become involved in our efforts, here. 

This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Rita Soni, a social entrepreneur and one of the leading voices on impact sourcing, an intentional, inclusive talent strategy she's helped shape since the term was coined during her time as CEO of Nasscom Foundation. She later brought that expertise to Everest Group as a principal analyst, and is now building Grand Resolve, a nonprofit that's co-creating standards to make digital services more responsible and inclusive. Tammy and Rita dig into what impact sourcing actually looks like on the ground, from Televerde's outbound call centers inside a women's prison to Vindhya Info Media in Bangalore, where a workforce built around people with disabilities has outpaced expectations on retention and quality. The throughline: "good for people" and "good for business" aren't competing goals. Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATALinks: Rita SoniNasscom Foundation Everest Group's Impact SourcingLearn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jann revisits the conversation we had with media powerhouses Laura Brown and Kristina O'Neill back in November 2025. They discuss their book, 'All the Cool Girls Get Fired.' Their discussion revolves around the challenges women face in the workplace, particularly the stigma associated with being fired. They share personal stories about their career setbacks and reframe failure as an opportunity for growth. The conversation highlights the emotional impact of job loss, the significance of community support, and the need for women to own their narratives and embrace new opportunities. Ultimately, the episode serves as a reminder that setbacks can lead to new beginnings and that women are not alone in their struggles. They remind us all about the importance of self-worth, closure, and the power of experience.  Laura Brown is the founder of LB Media, and the chair of (RED)'s Creative Council. She sits on the boards of (RED), The Fashion Trust US, and me too. Movement, and Foot Soldiers Park, Selma. Previously, she was editor-in-chief ofInStyle, executive editor of Harper's Bazaar, and senior editor at W. She earned her BA in arts and communication from Charles Sturt University in New South Wales, Australia. She lives in Manhattan with her husband.   Kristina O'Neill is head of Sotheby's Media and editor in chief of Sotheby's Magazine. Previously, she served as editor in chief of WSJ. Magazine, executive editor at Harper's Bazaar, and worked at New York magazine and Time Out New York. O'Neill also serves on the board of Swedish fashion brand Toteme and is a City Meals ambassador. A graduate of NYU's Gallatin School of Individualized Study, she serves on the Gallatin Alumni Council. O'Neill lives in Brooklyn with her family. ⁠https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/All-the-Cool-Girls-Get-Fired/Laura-Brown/9781668067451⁠ Check out their new podcast here. Jann, Caitlin & Sarah take some time to debrief on the Toronto Blue Jays epic World Series run and Jann reminds us about the power of forgiveness as she spends a few minutes paying tribute to her former manager Neil, reflecting on the significance of mending relationships before it's too late.  #ASKJANN - want some life advice from Jann? Send in a story with a DM or on our website. Leave us a voicenote! ⁠www.jannardenpod.com/voicemail/⁠⁠ Get access to bonus content and more on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/JannArdenPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.jannardenpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/jannardenpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/jannardenpod Chapters (00:00) Introduction to the Powerhouses (03:02) The Catalyst for Writing the Book (05:57) Navigating the Aftermath of Being Fired (08:49) Understanding Personal Value and Job Loss (12:00) Opportunities Arising from Setbacks (14:57) Reframing Work and Identity (18:03) Ageism and Career Transitions (21:04) The Parallel Between Work and Personal Relationships (22:05) The Tequila Soaked Goodbye Bash (24:02) The Importance of Closure in Layoffs (25:58) Dealing with Anger and Revenge (27:26) Removing Shame from Job Loss Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pivoting for SuccessExploring how to streamline work for better business outcomes.In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of pivoting in business, inspired by the iconic Dolly Parton and her insights on job sharing from the movie Nine to Five. Staci, Jennifer, and Jack discuss how identifying and addressing areas of dissatisfaction can lead to a more streamlined and fulfilling work environment.The Catalyst for ChangeStaci reflects on a pivotal moment when Jennifer expressed her frustration with the HR aspect of her salon business. This conversation sparked a transformation in how she approached her work."I hate doing this part of my business. It was the HR part." — Jennifer FaithJennifer candidly shares her journey from feeling overwhelmed by micromanagement to empowering her employees with freedom. By giving her stylists keys to the salon and flexibility over their schedules, she created a win-win situation for both her and her team.Embracing FlexibilityJennifer recounts a specific instance where one stylist, managing a busy family life, found success by working unconventional hours."She can do in two days what maybe other stylists can do in a full week." — Jennifer FaithThis approach not only improved productivity but also allowed her employees to balance their work and personal lives better. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of trust in her business model, stating:"If I don't trust you, then you just don't work for me." — Jennifer FaithThe Bigger PictureBoth Staci and Jennifer reflect on how the traditional work schedule is evolving. With more clients blending work and personal time, the salon environment is adapting to meet these changing needs.Staci notes:"To find some level of balance creates better work out of people." — Staci J DempseyThe discussion leads to a broader conversation about how businesses can support their employees in achieving a better work-life balance.Final ThoughtsThis journey underscores a critical lesson for entrepreneurs: recognizing when something isn't working and having the courage to pivot is essential for growth. As Jennifer puts it, the transformation took time, but it has led to a smoother operation where she can even take vacations without worry."I didn't get one phone call from the business, not one text message... Everything ran smoothly." — Jennifer FaithReflecting on these insights, it's clear that embracing change and fostering a culture of trust can lead to a thriving business environment.For more in-depth discussions and stories, listen to the full episode of the Business of Business Podcast!

In this episode, I sit down with Pastor Josh Franklin from Solid Rock Church for a real and honest conversation about faith, purpose, and the outdoors.We dive into what it truly means to have a relationship with Jesus—not just knowing about Him, but walking with Him daily. Pastor Josh shares his personal journey of growing in faith, the challenges he's faced, and how staying rooted in Christ has shaped his life and leadership.We also talk about how faith and the outdoors connect in a powerful way. There's something about being in the woods that brings clarity, perspective, and a deeper appreciation for God's creation.And of course, we couldn't wrap up the episode without talking deer season. We get into what we're expecting this year, strategies for chasing big bucks, and the anticipation that makes this time of year so special.Whether you're strong in your faith, just starting your journey, or simply love hunting season, this episode has something for you.Faith. Growth. Big bucks. Let's get into it.Podcast brought to you by:Sportsmen's empire LWCG https://www.lonewolfcustomgear.comAsio : SEBH for 15% off https://asiogear.com/Bowtique: SEBHP https://thebowtiquellc.com/G5 Outdoors https://www.g5outdoors.com/Prime Archery https://www.g5prime.com/ Dialed Archery https://dialedarchery.com/ Moultrie https://www.moultrie.com/BHL https://bowhuntingleague.comScrape doctor SEBH15 for 15% https://scrapedoctor.com/Victory Archery https://www.victoryarchery.com/Catalyst archery https://catalystarchery.com SEBH10Unbound Archery SEBH10 for 10% off https://www.unboundarchery.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

J.J. Mowder-Tinney, PT, PhD, NCS, C/NDT, CSRS, CEEAA, and world-renowned neurorehabilitation expert Edelle Field-Fote, PT, PhD, FAPTA, FASIA, as they challenge the traditional boundaries of task-specific training. Together, they unpack why kinematic repetition alone often fails to translate into real-world performance and how foundational clinical concepts may be limiting your patients' functional restoration. Dr. Field-Fote shares her revolutionary motor skill training circuit and explains how to strategically use neuromodulation as a “burner” to amplify meaningful neural signals. You will discover how to move beyond simple task replication to embrace error, variability, and explosive power training that truly drives long-term neuroplasticity.Learning OutcomesAnalyze the evidence around essential factors that are needed to translate task-specific training into real-world performanceApply evidence-informed, practical strategies to actionably incorporate multimodal movement parameters and neuromodulation into task-specific trainingSolve patient case scenarios involving the application of an expanded task-specific training framework to restore functional mobility and upper extremity functionTimestamps(00:00:00) Welcome(00:01:38) Introduction to neurorehabilitation and Dr. Field-Fote's journey(00:06:16) Understanding task-specific training in neurorehab(00:10:48) The role of neuromodulation in rehabilitation(00:16:11) Developing a motor skill training circuit(00:21:02) Managing spasticity in rehabilitation(00:24:51) Embracing ambiguity in clinical practice(00:31:25) Isolating muscle function for enhanced training(00:35:22) Circuit training: a structured approach to rehabilitation(00:38:02) Challenging the nervous system for real-world performance(00:40:34) The importance of kinematics in rehabilitation(00:45:17) Key takeaways for clinicians in rehabilitation(00:52:05) Engaging patients through varied training techniques(00:54:34) Incorporating home programs for continuous improvementNeuro Navigators is brought to you by Medbridge. If you'd like to earn continuing education credit for listening to this episode and access bonus takeaway handouts, log in to your Medbridge account and navigate to the course where you'll find accreditation details. If applicable, complete the post-course assessment and survey to be eligible for credit. The takeaway handout on Medbridge gives you the key points mentioned in this episode, along with additional resources you can implement into your practice right away.To hear more episodes of Neuro Naviagators, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.medbridge.com/neuro-navigators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to subscribe to Medbridge, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.medbridge.com/pricing/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/medbridgeteam/⁠

https://media.blubrry.com/thesuccessfulmindpodcast/media.blubrry.com/thesuccessfulmindpodcast/ins.blubrry.com/thesuccessfulmindpodcast/TSM746_SBS_Series_Ep5_Catalyst.mp3   The catalyst blind spot is the one that gets you right when things start going well. I’ve watched salespeople climb out of a slump, build real momentum, and then quietly hand it back — not because anything went wrong, but because everything finally started going right. Steph and I close out our five-part series on this exact pattern. Catalyst Blind Spot: How Winning Turns Into SleepingHere’s what makes this one sneaky. You start asking better questions, you stay quiet instead of talking a prospect out of the sale, and your numbers move. Conversion goes up, confidence goes up, income gets more consistent. Somewhere in that stretch of good months, a quiet thought creeps in: I’ve got this figured out. That thought is the whole problem. The moment you decide you’ve arrived is the moment you stop doing what got you there, and your best stretch turns into your worst month. Why I Never Believe My Own Press ClippingsEarly in my career I was one sale away from a huge bonus with hours left on the clock. I’d spent three weeks certain I’d smoke past the number, then spent the last three days unable to get anyone on the phone. My mentor asked if there’d been a night that month I’d told myself I already had it won and taken off early. There had been three. He said it’s just as easy to be one over as one away. It wasn’t really about sales — it was about believing your own press clippings. Catalyst Blind Spot: Why There’s No Finish Line In SalesThis one survives on destination thinking — the idea that once you hit a number, you’ll finally have it figured out. There is no such place. Buyer behavior changes, and markets change. Fifty years ago a stranger could knock on your door and get invited in for coffee; today that same knock gets posted to a neighborhood group as a warning. You will always need to keep learning how the person in front of you thinks, because the day you believe you’re finished learning is the day your results prove you wrong. How to Catch Yourself Before You Fall OffThe catalyst blind spot loses its grip the moment you get honest with yourself. Record your sales conversations and listen back like a coach, not a critic — notice where your confidence slipped or you skipped a question you needed to ask. Separate what someone actually said from what you wish they’d said, then find the question that gets you there honestly. Take the Sales Blind Spot Detector if you haven’t; it will name which pattern, catalyst included, is quietly running your results. It’s a good problem to have — it only shows up once you’re already winning. Left unchecked, though, it can undo everything the other four helped you fix. Episode 745 – The Convincer: Why Pushing Harder Backfires Episode 744 – The People Pleaser: Why You Undersell Yourself Episode 743 – The Reluctant Seller: Why Selling Feels Wrong Episode 742 – The Sales Conversation You’re Losing Before It Starts HERE'S THE TRUTH: YOUR BUSINESS ISN'T BROKEN. YOUR MINDSET IS.You've built something real. You've got clients, revenue, maybe even a team. But every morning, you wake up feeling like you're pushing a boulder uphill — working harder for smaller wins, watching others leap ahead while you grind in place.This September, I'm opening the doors to The Elite Mind, a proven daily practice that rewires the mental patterns keeping you stuck in the feast-or-famine cycle, and transforms your relationship with success from the inside out.We'll strip away the self-sabotage, the fear of your own potential, and the unconscious limits you've accepted as “just how business is.” You'll discover why strategy alone never works (and what actually does), and walk away with the mental framework that separates those who sustain success from those who chase it forever.Ready to stop working harder and start thinking differently?Click here to learn more. If you like the show, would you be so kind as to leave us a short review on Apple Podcasts? It takes less than a minute and really makes a difference in helping me spread the Successful Mind message around the globe.  LEAVE A REVIEW Check out David's book! Get Your Copy Today! Miss anything? Don't forget to subscribe to the show to keep up with your own successful mindset. We're available wherever you listen to podcasts:   Apple Podcasts Spotify Pandora iHeartRadio Amazon Music Life is Now wants you to get SOCIAL! You can find us on the following platforms:  Facebook X-twitter Instagram Linkedin Youtube The post The Catalyst Blind Spot: Why Winning Breeds Complacency appeared first on The Successful Mind Podcast.

US AI companies are accusing Chinese AI companies of ripping them off. The global theaters of conflict are starting to merge and, with the US shifting resources away from eastern Asia, Taiwan is in the crosshairs. We cover this and so much more.

What if one of the greatest threats to Christian witness isn't corruption “out there”, but the everyday compromises we tolerate in our homes, workplaces, churches, and institutions? In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson speaks with Filipino lawyer Richelle Joy Belgira De Ocampo about why integrity is essential to credible Christian witness—and why good intentions alone are not enough. Richelle argues that integrity and justice are more than ethical principles; they reflect the character of God. But living with integrity requires more than avoiding obvious forms of corruption like bribery or fraud. It means confronting the smaller compromises that can become normal in everyday life and building cultures of accountability that help Christians, churches, and institutions remain faithful. Together, Jason and Richelle explore why integrity begins in the home, how Christians can respond when corruption is embedded in the systems around them, why churches need genuine accountability around money and leadership, and how discipleship can prepare believers to live faithfully wherever God has placed them. Main Points Integrity is rooted in the character of God. Justice and integrity are not simply good Christian values or ethical standards. They reflect who God is, and Christians are called to reflect his character in every part of life. Corruption often begins with ordinary compromise. It is easy to think of corruption only in terms of politicians, bribery, or fraud. But dishonesty, cheating, manipulation, and seemingly small compromises can form the same patterns of behaviour on a smaller scale. Integrity begins at home. Before Christians speak about changing society, integrity must be formed in the ordinary relationships closest to us. Richelle highlights the family as a foundational place where honesty, consistency, responsibility, and accountability are first modelled. Good Christians still need accountability. Churches cannot rely only on the character or good intentions of individual leaders. Shared responsibility, financial accountability, appropriate leadership structures, clear policies, and checks and balances help protect both leaders and the communities they serve. Christian integrity must move beyond private morality. Faithfulness is not simply refusing to participate in wrongdoing. Christians are also called to bring integrity into the institutions and systems where God has placed them—whether in law, government, business, ministry, or the workplace. Discipleship must prepare believers for real-world pressures. Christians need formation not only around prayer, Scripture, generosity, and evangelism, but also around money, authority, conflicts of interest, workplace pressure, and the responsible use of power. Call to Action If this episode challenged you, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast and share it with a pastor, church board member, ministry leader, or Christian professional who is thinking about what faithful Christian witness looks like in a culture where compromise can easily become normal. We'd also love for you to join the conversation in the Lausanne Action Hub, where you can share your reflections and engage with our global podcast community. And please consider leaving a rating or review so others can discover the podcast too. Links & Resources Global Integrity Network — The Lausanne and World Evangelical Alliance network focused on equipping Christians to practise integrity and resist corruption in church and society. Lausanne Integrity and Anti-Corruption Network — Lausanne's Issue Network connecting leaders and resources around integrity, transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption. Integrity Is Mission: Global Integrity and Anti-Corruption Network Panel Discussion — A Lausanne panel featuring Richelle and other global leaders exploring why integrity is foundational to Christian mission and witness. Do We Care about Corruption? — A Lausanne Global Analysis article exploring corruption and the church's responsibility to model integrity. Global Integrity Network Resources — Articles, conferences, and practical resources on integrity, accountability, and responding to corruption. Guest Bio Richelle Joy Belgira De Ocampo is a lawyer from the Philippines and a Catalyst for Integrity and Anti-Corruption with the Lausanne Movement. She serves as a Senior Associate Lawyer at Salumbides & De Los Santos in Quezon City, specialising in corporate law, litigation, and anti-corruption and serving churches, businesses, and nonprofit organisations. Her work brings together law, justice, and Christian witness, with a particular focus on helping Christians and churches cultivate greater integrity and accountability.

Are you looking to save time, make money, and start winning with less risk? Then head to https://www.ovtlyr.com.Learn more about OVTLYR: https://youtu.be/TUCbD5KovlcThe market is starting to look very different. SPY now has the 10 EMA under the 20 EMA with price below the 50 EMA, and the Nasdaq is showing the same kind of bearish shift. After months of frustrating sideways action, the market may finally be trying to choose a direction—and right now, that direction is lower.The warning signs were already there. Market breadth has been bearish across nearly every sector, with utilities standing almost completely alone. That's important because utilities are typically viewed as a defensive, flight-to-safety area. While price was still chopping sideways, money was already beginning to move defensively underneath the surface.At the same time, oil is surging and the global energy market is looking increasingly fragile. Earlier in the conflict, large inventories and reduced Chinese demand helped prevent oil prices from going parabolic. But those buffers are much weaker now. Global inventories have been drawn down, the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve has fallen substantially, and Chinese oil imports are starting to recover.That creates a much tighter backdrop for energy.The Sector Intelligence Map confirms that energy has become one of the strongest areas of the market. Oil and gas refining and marketing, along with equipment and services, are seeing improving momentum. Stocks like PBF, Phillips 66, Valero, Marathon, and others are showing bullish momentum signals while much of the broader market remains weak.But strength does not automatically mean opportunity.This is exactly why I'm still avoiding the entire energy sector. Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, tanker attacks, infrastructure strikes, and policy headlines can move these stocks dramatically overnight. You can feel like a genius one day and watch the entire setup change the next. That kind of catalyst risk simply isn't something I want in the portfolio.And that's the bigger lesson. You do not have to trade everything. You do not have to participate just because one sector is moving. If the market isn't giving you a setup where you can control the risk and sleep at night, sitting in cash is still a valid decision.✅ SPY and Nasdaq shifting toward bearish trends✅ Market breadth and utilities as a flight-to-safety signal✅ Oil-market fragility, inventories, and Strait of Hormuz risk✅ Energy-sector strength and refining stocks✅ Catalyst risk, volatility, and knowing when to stay in cashIf you've ever watched one sector explode higher while the rest of the market falls apart and felt like you were missing out… this one is worth watching. Opportunity matters, but the quality and predictability of the risk matters more.Video Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8eBX9zMCmkSubscribe to OVTLYR for disciplined trading strategies that actually make sense.

In this episode of Milk Road Crypto, John Gillen sits down with Wyatt Khosrowshahi, investor at Castle Island Ventures, to break down the next phase of decentralized finance, tokenization, real-world assets, stablecoins, and the changing crypto investment landscape. Wyatt explains why DeFi may no longer have an infrastructure problem; it has an asset-quality problem. As more high-quality assets move onchain, from tokenized Treasuries and private credit to real estate and other yield-bearing products, DeFi could begin attracting a much stickier and more institutional pool of capital.~~~~~⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

OCTOBER 1958Commercial Space Progress And Planetary ExplorationBob Zimmerman highlights commercial space advancements, noting Stoke Space's $1 billion capital raise to develop its fully reusable Nova rockets and Isar Aerospace's historic orbital launch from Norway. Meanwhile, bureaucracy continues to hinder British spaceport development. In orbital operations, Catalyst demonstrated satellite rendezvous capabilities despite failing to save the Swift observatory's decaying orbit. Additionally, U.S. firms boycotted a Frenchsummit over restrictive proposed EU regulations. Internationally, European and Japanese orbiters successfully separated ahead of Mercury orbital insertion. However, Zimmerman raises concerns over NASA's Perseverance rover dithering on Mars without taking core samples for 15 months. (2)

1910 BAKUCONTENTS-JBS-9-9-2026Global Refined Fuel Crisis Drives MarketsMichael Bernstam analyzes the global refined petroleum crisis, emphasizing that diesel crack spreads have reached record levels due to refinery bottlenecks and geopolitical conflicts. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and drone strikes on Russian refineries have cut refined product supplies by millions of barrels daily. Because U.S. shale oil yields lighter products unsuitable for heavy diesel production and domestic refineries operate near full capacity, elevated fuel prices are projected to persist into 2027. Concurrently, China is de-risking its foreign reserves by purchasing Russian gold to mitigate potential Western sanctions while exploiting Moscow's fiscal strains to demand steep discounts on natural gas imports. (1)Commercial Space Progress And Planetary ExplorationBob Zimmerman highlights commercial space advancements, noting Stoke Space's $1 billion capital raise to develop its fully reusable Nova rockets and Isar Aerospace's historic orbital launch from Norway. Meanwhile, bureaucracy continues to hinder British spaceport development. In orbital operations, Catalyst demonstrated satellite rendezvous capabilities despite failing to save the Swift observatory's decaying orbit. Additionally, U.S. firms boycotted a Frenchsummit over restrictive proposed EU regulations. Internationally, European and Japanese orbiters successfully separated ahead of Mercury orbital insertion. However, Zimmerman raises concerns over NASA's Perseverance rover dithering on Mars without taking core samples for 15 months. (2)Russian Hybrid Warfare And Balkan GeopoliticsIvana Stradner details Russia's persistent hybrid warfare against Western democracies, utilizing social media, cyber operations, undersea cable sabotage, and disinformation to erode alliance cohesion. She notes how the populist AfD party leveraged platforms like TikTok to capture youth votes in Saxony-Anhalt. Stradner emphasizes that Vladimir Putinexploits Western risk aversion and seeks to divide NATO, arguing Washington must project decisive strength. In the Western Balkans, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić continues balancing between the West, Russia, and China to preserve authoritarian control, despite growing domestic protests led by students and young citizens seeking democratic reform. (3)German Political Turbulence Following AfD SurgeJudy Dempsey analyzes the political shockwaves caused by the Alternative for Germany (AfD) securing nearly 44% of the vote in Saxony-Anhalt. This outcome has pressured Chancellor Friedrich Merz to defend democratic institutions while maintaining the CDU's strict firewall against forming coalitions with the populist party. Dempsey highlights that AfD's success relies heavily on strong TikTok engagement by young figures like Ulrich Siegmund, appealing to middle-aged men and youth. Although AfD's platform promotes anti-refugee sentiment and hostility toward the EU, Dempsey warns that anti-EU policies would undermine Germany's economic foundation. (4)Trade Conflict Drives RealignmentCharles Burton discusses the severe breakdown in U.S.-Canada economic relations following retaliatory tariff escalations and trade bans. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has framed the dispute around defending national sovereignty, recalling historical precedent like the 1890 McKinley tariffs that fostered Canadian nationalism. In response to proposed 50% U.S. tariffs and import bans, Canada implemented targeted tariffs against red-state exports. Burton observes that this rift is forcing Ottawa to diversify its resource exports away from the United States toward alternative global markets, warning that Beijing is eagerly waiting to deepen economic and strategic ties with Canada. (5)China Strategic Ambitions In Cislunar SpaceRick Fisher examines growing strategic competition between the United States and China in cislunar space, the critical region between Earth and the Moon. A leaked Chinese military academic article outlines principles for cislunar combat, complemented by plans to launch 30 monitoring cubesats to support space operations. Fisher notes that China's long-standing strategy aims to control cislunar space much like its territorial claims in the South China Sea. He stresses that without firm American deterrence, Beijing could unilaterally establish dominance over cislunar transit and future lunar activities, making preparation for potential conflict essential to maintaining access. (6)U.S. Canada Friction And International DiplomacyMary Kissel assesses escalating trade tensions between President Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, driven by disputes over protectionism and retaliatory tariffs. She notes that while both leaders find political advantage in public confrontation ahead of domestic elections, economic integration across energy, banking, and defense remains crucial. Kissel warns against Ottawa using China as an economic counterweight. Turning to European security, Kissel expresses skepticism regarding recent White House diplomatic overtures to Moscow, arguing that negotiating without imposing firm consequences fails to counter Vladimir Putin's unyielding demands and ongoing hybrid warfare tactics across Western Europe. (7)Global Commodity Crises And British PoliticsSimon Constable discusses recent weather, global commodity price spikes, and British political developments. Following relief from long summer heat in France, global markets are facing surging energy costs, with Brent crude hitting $100 per barrel, European electricity rising 30%, and high diesel prices. Agricultural commodities like soybeans, wheat, and corn have also climbed significantly. In Great Britain, Prime Minister Burnham's government faces controversies over turning away volunteer migrant rescue vessels, defunding Territorial Army reserves, and elevated bond yields. Additionally, Foreign Minister Ed Miliband addressed contentious proposals regarding Israeli West Bankimport bans. (8)US Naval Readiness Facing Chinese ExpansionCaptain James Fanell addresses concerns over rust on the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, framing it as routine maintenance strain from over 200 days of continuous combat sorties. China has leveraged the warship's appearance for cognitive warfare to push a narrative of American decline. Fanell warns that the U.S. Navy is severely overstretched due to extended deployments, a fleet reduced from fifteen to ten carriers, and decades of flawed ship designs. Meanwhile, China's rapidly expanding fleet conducts aggressive maneuvers near Taiwan and Japanese islands, positioning to potentially enforce a blockade or invade Taiwan. (9)

Join Me on Substack https://wisewomanmethod.com/You already know the choice in front of you. It's been sitting in your heart for a while. If you've felt stuck, waiting to feel confident or ready or brave enough to move, ask yourself what you're still waiting for. It takes the drama out of changing your life and brings it back to something simple and freeing. Transformation isn't a lightning bolt. It's one small decision, made again on ordinary mornings when no one is watching and the excitement has faded.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why the decision that changes your life is quieter than the dramatic leap you've been waiting for, and why you're closer to it than you thinkThe real reason smart women stay stuck (it's not a knowledge problem, it's the gap between knowing and becoming)How to meet "Becky," the part of your brain that mistakes your growth for danger, and stop letting fear cast the deciding voteWhy the decision always comes before the evidence, and how to make confident choices before you feel confidentThe two questions on Alli's office whiteboard that turn overthinking and procrastination into actionThe becoming statement exercise that helps you honor a decision even on the flat, gray mornings when inspiration doesn't show upTimestamps:(00:00) – The decision that changes your life isn't the dramatic leap you're picturing (00:47) – Why being "one decision away" is a daily thing(01:18) – How a different life gets built from a few hundred ordinary decisions(02:19) – The knitting metaphor: one stitch is never the sweater (02:45) – The gap isn't information. It's between knowing and becoming (03:30) – Meet Becky (your amygdala) and why growth feels like danger (04:13) – Why the decision comes before the evidence (04:56) – The two questions on Alli's whiteboard (05:31) – Partnering with God, and what turning 50 taught Alli about future you (06:52) – The 2008 bankruptcy, $42, and the decision that changed her trajectory (07:42) – The bravest decision: choosing to stop doing it alone (08:35) – Your assignment: make one decision and name the woman it makes you (10:07) – Why most women quit by March (the January gym problem) (10:29) – Why doing it alone fails, and the story behind Catalyst(10:51) – Inside the Catalyst Mastermind(12:11) – You already know the decision. Let's make itLinks to great things we discussed: Catalyst MastermindStanding StrongFunction Health - Use code AWORTHINGTON10 for a discount on comprehensive lab testingWise Woman Method on SubstackTake the Secret Superpower QuizJoin the Uplift CommunityFollow Alli on InstagramDon't forget to watch Alli Worthington on YouTube! I hope you loved this episode!

You don't have to look far to see the vitriol and backlash ignited by the rapid expansion of hyperscaler data centers. While critics and activists tend to focus their ire on resource consumption and residents' electricity bills, the reality of data center economics is far more complex.  In this episode of Catalyst, host Shayle Kann sits down with Andy Lubershane, head of research at Energy Impact Partners, to unpack the nuances. They crunch the numbers behind utility rate structures, consider the "denominator effect" that can lower customers' rates, and dig into the supply chain crunches pushing global power system costs higher. Shayle and Andy discuss: - Why a new data center can reduce utility rates for locals while contributing to rising costs elsewhere - How data centers impact utility tariff rates - Separating public perception of data centers from the reality of the grid - How soaring demand for transformers, switchgear, conductors, gas turbines, and labor is driving systemic cost increases across the power sector - Strategies to mitigate rising global grid costs, from load flexibility and distributed energy resources (DERs) to energy efficiency hardware - Catalyst: What comes after the data center backlash? - Catalyst: Enter the electric supercycle - Catalyst: Can AI revolutionize grid operations? - Catalyst: Inside the AI power wars - Open Circuit: As midterms approach, electricity bills are on the ballot - Open Circuit: Data centers have a Texas-sized energy problem - Latitude Media: The great home battery financing experiment Credits: Hosted by Shayle Kann. Produced and edited by Max Savage Levenson. Original music and engineering by Sean Marquand. Stephen Lacey is our executive editor. Catalyst is brought to you by EnergyHub. Peak season puts every grid to the test — and the utilities that pass are the ones that built flexible capacity before they needed it. EnergyHub works with more than 170 utilities to coordinate 2.5 million devices and 3.4 gigawatts of dispatchable flexibility through a single platform designed to perform when it counts most. See what that looks like at https://www.energyhub.com/ Catalyst is brought to you by Bloom Energy. Bloom Energy fuel cells deliver affordable, ultra-reliable onsite power for hospitals, utilities, and data centers – at speed and at scale. Learn more by visiting https://www.bloomenergy.com This episode of Catalyst is brought to you by ENGIE, the smarter energy supplier. ENGIE doesn't just provide the power to run your business — they supply the energy to move it forward, with reliable, flexible solutions built for what's next. Learn more at https://www.engieresources.com

In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing explores how Ketjen's innovative platform iKet™ is transforming catalyst management in refineries through real-time data analysis, AI integration and enhanced decision-making speed. Guest Henry Tausch, Chief Commercial Officer, Ketjen, shares insights on digital transformation, operations optimization and future trends in refining technology.

Vern Davenport is a Partner at QHP Capital with 35+ years of experience building and transforming healthcare technology and services businesses. Vern is the author of Accelerating Growth, which lays out QHP's approach to scaling companies through its Management System.Allison Crumpler is the former VP of People & Culture at Catalyst Clinical Research. A professional Certified Coach with 15+ years of experience in clinical research, Allison focuses on leadership development, organizational culture, and employee engagement.Topics:Why Culture Drives PerformanceTurning Values Into BehaviorsHow to Kill Watermelon MetricsScaling Culture Across a Portfolio...and so much more.Top TakeawaysValues become culture through repetition. Operationalizing values means defining the behaviors behind them, teaching them, and reinforcing them in practice. Allison calls it the “Mr. Miyagi” approach: repeat those behaviors over and over, even when they feel obvious. That repetition is what embeds them into the organization and gives managers and employees a shared language for accountability.Measure culture with leading indicators, not just engagement surveys. Allison shares a few of the metrics Catalyst used to measure culture beyond traditional engagement and turnover data. They called them “Key Culture Indicators”: employee referrals, town hall attendance and time to hire. Put a target against each indicator, review it alongside operating KPIs, and set a more ambitious target once the current one is consistently achieved.Make the financials visible so everyone knows how they contribute. An individual contributor in a 1,000-person company can't see how they move EBITDA, so they disengage. Catalyst shared key company metrics across the organization, then helped teams understand how their own work affected sales, customer satisfaction and financial performance. Transparency turned "just doing my job" into "we win or lose together."About QHPQHP Capital is a private equity firm focused on middle-market life sciences and pharma services businesses. With $4.5B+ in AUM, QHP combines decades of sector experience with an operator-led approach to investing. Across its portfolio, the firm implements its proprietary Management System to build stronger leadership teams, operating infrastructure and commercial capabilities and support long-term, independent growth.About Catalyst Clinical ResearchCatalyst Clinical Research is a technology-enabled clinical research organization (CRO) specializing in oncology and providing clinical development services to biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies globally.Investors & Operators is brought to you by 51 Labs51 Labs is a marketing agency for the lower middle market. We offer full-service digital marketing for PE, portfolio companies, IB, VC, hedge funds.Brand Identity, Marketing Strategy, Marketing & AGM Video, LinkedIn Strategy & Execution, Web Design & Development, CRM Support & more400+ videos100+ projects#1 content creator on LinkedIn in the lower middle market

We face many decisions each and every day. Every choice we make is based on something that has influenced us. How much does the Word of God impact our decision making? In today's message, Pastor Cucuzza explains the importance of faith in a practical message from Hebrews 11.

This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Tanarra Schneider, founder of Rebel 75, for a conversation about building healthier, more human workplace cultures in the age of AI. Tanarra's path here wasn't linear, she led design at Fjord and Accenture, helped shape culture at Activision Blizzard, built one of the first streaming cooking school platforms, and even detoured through culinary school. She traces her drive to push back on broken systems to her mother, who always stood up for other people, and to her own instincts as a risk-taker who has never fit neatly into one box. She and Tammy dig into the sharp difference between a "chaos monster," who knocks things over out of ego, and a true rebel, who acts from a broader sense of "we." That same distinction shapes her read on AI's arrival in the workplace, which she sees as having been inserted squarely in the middle of human relationships, quietly replacing the context and conversation that used to happen between people. She makes the case that organizations need to slow down for the right reasons, not just to cut costs, if they want to rebuild trust, and that service design has become the discipline this moment badly needs. Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATALinks: Tanarra Schneider Rebel75 Learn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom Angelo started his career above a pizzeria, hired as the first staff accountant at a three-partner firm in New Jersey. He made partner at 28, built an IT services arm years before "digital transformation" became a buzzword, and eventually merged his own firm into HBK. Now its second CEO in 75 years, he's steering the company through Catalyst 2030, a strategy built around industry-led teams rather than geography. On Episode 285 of The Unique CPA, he and Randy Crabtree dig into how HBK weighs acquisitions, why cross-selling remains stubbornly difficult even with the right incentives, and what AI can and can't replace when it comes to clients who have built their businesses over generations. Tom also stresses that with new hires going forward, the focus should be far less on data entry, and far more on curiosity and client-facing comfort.  Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com

Melisa and Alli talk about how those early relationships after coming out can feel safe, but the reality is, you're drowning so anything feels "safe." We share how we've learned from those early relationships how we want to parent and co-parent our children and protect that dynamic. And what it means to feel truly fulfilled in life. We also reference this article from the Washington Post about people who choose to be child-free.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support.

What does it take to finish a mix quickly without second-guessing your instincts?My guest today is JJ Catalyst, a Los Angeles-based recording engineer and mixer with credits spanning Disney, Showtime, and Billboard number ones. He's Emmy-nominated and known for blending modern pop with broadcast-ready production. We met at NAMM 2026, and he's here to share his process and philosophy.In this episode, JJ opens up about his journey from growing up with a family immersed in music, through building a home studio in Phoenix, to moving to LA and focusing exclusively on mixing. We discuss how he learned to record drums in unconventional spaces, the importance of space and low-end management in mixes, and his approach to trusting artist vision versus pushing bold creative moves. JJ emphasizes the value of working swiftly and trusting your instincts, avoiding endless revisions, and how that leads to more authentic, compelling music.We also dive into technical topics like managing loudness in streaming, using dedicated plugins designed for transparency, and creative techniques like pushing limits beyond digital zero. JJ shares insights about working with community, the benefits of collaboration, and the importance of not getting lost in perfectionism. Plus, he recounts his experiences with classic console recreations, doing live mixes on vintage gear, and the joy of simplifying processes to focus purely on the music.Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.comTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!http://UltimateMixingMasterclass.comhttps://usa.sae.edu/ The next program starts September 8, 2026 – don't wait!https://www.native-instruments.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off!https://www.spectra1964.comhttps://gracedesign.com/https://RecordingStudioRockstars.com/Academyhttps://www.thetoyboxstudio.com/Listen to the podcast theme song “Skadoosh!” https://solo.to/lijshawmusicListen to this guest's discography on Tidal: https://tidal.com/playlist/1d0c282e-ce06-49e3-b882-0d88fa833efaIf you love the podcast, then please leave a review: https://RSRockstars.com/ReviewCLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AT: https://RSRockstars.com/574

Join Me To Build Your Best Fall – https://buildyourbestfall.com/ You did the thing. You hit the goal I'd been chasing for months, maybe years. And the text back was a thumbs up and one exclamation point, and something in you sank.A very specific loneliness can come with growing into your calling, and almost no one names it. You've felt it more than once. When you work so hard to become stronger and braver, it can hurt when the people you love don't always know how to celebrate it.In this episode, I talk about why loneliness happens, why it's more normal than you think, and how to widen your circle so you stop carrying your wins alone. By the end, you'll know how to receive your wins with more ease, less loneliness, and a little more celebration.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why love and understanding are two different things, and why the closest relationships are the ones that sting when someone can't picture where you're goingThe "orange tree" reframe that will change how you handle one-sided friendships and flat responses for goodHow to tell the difference between people who can't celebrate you and people who won't, and why sorting that out isn't your assignmentWhat actually changes when you find a table of women who get it before you finish the sentenceHow to become the woman who celebrates other women out loud, on purposeTimestamps:(00:00) — The text that deflated you: when a big win gets a thumbs up(00:53) — What happens to nearly every woman as she grows(01:31) — "Not everyone can go where you're going, and no one's asking them to"(02:56) — Love and understanding are two different things(04:12) — The loneliness ambitious women aren't talking about(04:31) — The women who can't celebrate you vs. the ones who won't(05:31) — You don't owe anyone a smaller version of your joy(05:31) — The orange tree: asking for apples from a tree that grows oranges(06:45) — The caution: this isn't permission to leave the people you're bound to(07:23) — Widening your circle (and the day Alli stopped expecting her husband to get it)(08:41) — Rachel's story: the coat she didn't know she was wearing indoors(09:40) — Why Alli built the Catalyst Mastermind(10:19) — Become the woman who celebrates other women out loud(11:00) — An invitation to Catalyst(11:58) — The random thing Alli loves this month(13:00) — The flat response was never a verdict on your dreamLinks to great things we discussed: Alli's Product Recommendations: 365 by Whole Foods Market Facial Moisturizer & Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Mineral Sunscreen StickCatalyst MastermindFunction Health - Use code AWORTHINGTON10 for a discount on comprehensive lab testingWise Woman Method on SubstackTake the Secret Superpower QuizJoin the Uplift CommunityFollow Alli on InstagramDon't forget to watch Alli Worthington on YouTube! I hope you loved this episode!

In their early days, data centers were largely welcomed by communities who saw their arrival as an economic boost. Today as concerns around noise levels, power prices, water use, and AI grow, they face fierce opposition. In this episode, Shayle speaks to Brian Janous, co-founder and chief commercial officer of Cloverleaf Infrastructure. Together, they unpack the data center backlash and  explore how the industry can approach the problem differently. Shayle and Brian dive into specifics like: - Communities' shift from “red carpets to pitchforks” on data center development - How misleading information about data center energy and water usage has led to the AI sector losing the public relations battle  - Distinctions between data centers' micro-level benefits and macro-level price inflation on power grids - The potential, and pitfalls, of "bring-your-own-capacity" and behind-the-meter generation - The viability of taking data centers off-grid, off-land, or off-planet - The emerging market for distributed edge compute facilities Resources: - Catalyst: When to colocate data centers with generation - Catalyst: Explaining the ‘Watt-Bit Spread' - Open Circuit: The off-grid data center fantasy - Open Circuit: Utilities are in the crosshairs of the data center backlash - Latitude Media: In Indiana, an anatomy of data center opposition Credits: Hosted by Shayle Kann. Produced and edited by Max Savage Levenson. Original music and engineering by Sean Marquand. Stephen Lacey is our executive editor. Catalyst is brought to you by EnergyHub. Peak season puts every grid to the test — and the utilities that pass are the ones that built flexible capacity before they needed it. EnergyHub works with more than 170 utilities to coordinate 2.5 million devices and 3.4 gigawatts of dispatchable flexibility through a single platform designed to perform when it counts most. See what that looks like at https://www.energyhub.com/ Catalyst is brought to you by Bloom Energy. Bloom Energy fuel cells deliver affordable, ultra-reliable onsite power for hospitals, utilities, and data centers – at speed and at scale. Learn more by visiting BloomEnergy.com. This episode of Catalyst is brought to you by ENGIE, the smarter energy supplier. ENGIE doesn't just provide the power to run your business — they supply the energy to move it forward, with reliable, flexible solutions built for what's next. Learn more at engieresources.com.

Unions have more public support than just about anything else in the US, and yet, their membership has cratered. This poses an immense challenge to left-wing politicians, who won't be able to enact lasting change without a robust labor movement beside them. On this latest episode of Confronting Capitalism, Vivek Chibber addresses the age-old question of whether unions are inherently political, the importance (and limits) of internal democracy within unions, and why socialists have always been at the heart of the labor movement. The latest issue of Catalyst is out and you can subscribe for just $20 using the code CONFRONTINGCAPITALISM: https://catalyst-journal.com/subscribe/?code=CONFRONTINGCAPITALISM Have a question for us? Write to us by email: confronting.capitalism@jacobin.com Confronting Capitalism with Vivek Chibber is produced by Catalyst: A Journal of Theory and Strategy, and published by Jacobin. Music by Zonkey.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Alaysia Miller. A certified nurse practitioner, travel nurse practitioner, and founder of NP Luxe CPR, a Florida-based CPR training company. Alaysia discusses her journey from nurse to travel nurse practitioner, how frontline burnout pushed her into entrepreneurship, and why she launched a CPR education business. She explains the financial and lifestyle advantages of travel nursing, the importance of mentorship, the realities of entrepreneurship, and the major CPR survival gap in Black and underserved communities. Rushion and Alaysia also dive into leadership, negotiating contracts, building a lucrative CPR business, and empowering community health through education.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Alaysia Miller. A certified nurse practitioner, travel nurse practitioner, and founder of NP Luxe CPR, a Florida-based CPR training company. Alaysia discusses her journey from nurse to travel nurse practitioner, how frontline burnout pushed her into entrepreneurship, and why she launched a CPR education business. She explains the financial and lifestyle advantages of travel nursing, the importance of mentorship, the realities of entrepreneurship, and the major CPR survival gap in Black and underserved communities. Rushion and Alaysia also dive into leadership, negotiating contracts, building a lucrative CPR business, and empowering community health through education.