Podcasts about Chiang Rai

In the headlines today, Thailand records fewest births in 75 years, continuing the troubling trend of population decline, in Chiang Mai, a railway tunnel collapse has had fatal consequences, in ASEAN News, three students have been killed in  Philippines school shooting, in Phuket, an Australian motorist has been detained after striking a police checkpoint, in cannabis news Thailand is setting tougher punishments for businesses caught breaking rules, and a little later the government has announced a 12-year plan to turn Thailand into a high-income economy.

This month we are featuring a feed drop from The Penumbra Podcast one of the brilliant shows on the RQ Network. This episode is called “Knight of the Crown Lord of the Swamp Part 1 “and is from the 2nd season of the Second Citadel, a fantasy epic where friendships and romance are forged across enemy lines, which follows the fierce Sir Carolinem the first female Knight of the Crown, leading an eclectic team of warriors against mind-manipulating monsters. In this episode The Festival of the Three is the most important day of the year in the Second Citadel – or the most important three days, as the case may be. Battles and music and drink run free in Citadel's square, and nearly every knight is in attendance… which leaves very few to guard from the monsters' constant threat.Luckily, Sir Damien is on guard tonight, standing outside the Queen's chambers with his trusty bow in hand. But Sir Damien is injured, and when a monstrous threat crawls in, he may find that it's a very different sort of challenge from what he's used to.Introduction and outro by Karim Kronfli. You can listen to the next exciting episode of The Penumbra Podcast by clicking on this link, or by searching for The Penumbra Podcast wherever you find podcasts, on the Rusty Quill website and at www.thepenumbrapodcast.com If you would like to support the creators of The Penumbra and access behind-the-scenes content like production scripts, commentaries, blooper reels, and more you can find more information at The Penumbra Podcast: Special Edition.Transcript:You can find transcripts for all the episodes on the Penumbra Podcast here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingAttributions: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/legalcode"Kind of Girl" by Jeris, featuring spinningmerkaba: http://ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/35657“hang_drum_310513.WAV” by miastodzwiekow http://www.freesound.org/people/miastodzwiekow/sounds/194584/“Ueno Shamisen – Japan” by RTB45 http://www.freesound.org/people/RTB45/sounds/195521/“Bhutan – Festival folk song” by RTB45 http://www.freesound.org/people/RTB45/sounds/179389/“Indian Ganpati Drums - Mumbai India - Track 1 – WAV” by loganbking http://www.freesound.org/people/loganbking/sounds/353143/Ganpati Drums - Mumbai India - Track 3 - WAV by loganbking http://www.freesound.org/people/loganbking/sounds/353141/“Javanese Angklung Music – Indonesia” by RTB45 http://www.freesound.org/people/RTB45/sounds/253962/“Pakacaping Music 1 - Makassar, Indonesia” by RTB45 http://www.freesound.org/people/RTB45/sounds/253616/Street_Hulusi_short.flac by Zabuhailohttp://www.freesound.org/people/Zabuhailo/sounds/194910/“20140212 - Chiang Rai mountains at night 10.wav” by LG http://www.freesound.org/people/LG/sounds/345151/“Regular Arrow Shot with Rattle” by brendan89 http://www.freesound.org/people/brendan89/sounds/321553/“Regular Arrow Shot” by brendan89 http://www.freesound.org/people/brendan89/sounds/321552/“Arrow Hit 02” by Yap_Audio_Production http://www.freesound.org/people/Yap_Audio_Production/sounds/218463/“cape-swoosh” by CosmicEmbers http://www.freesound.org/people/CosmicEmbers/sounds/161415/“Ambient battle noise: swords and shouting” by pfranzen http://www.freesound.org/people/pfranzen/sounds/192072/“Earthquake” by hiriak http://www.freesound.org/people/hiriak/sounds/187857/“Waves.wav” by juskiddink http://www.freesound.org/people/juskiddink/sounds/60507/“dragon wings.wav” by vedas http://www.freesound.org/people/vedas/sounds/175381/“Thunderclap.wav” by shaka9 http://www.freesound.org/people/shaka9/sounds/160514/“panic” by Erdie http://www.freesound.org/people/Erdie/sounds/165613/“CR Sharktopus Roar3” by cmusounddesign http://www.freesound.org/people/cmusounddesign/sounds/126312/Content Warnings:- Sudden loud noises- Depictions and descriptions of violence and death- Close, claustrophobic spaces- Depictions of illness (poison)- GaslightingFor ad-free episodes, bonus content and more, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon.Pre-order FROM THE LIBRARY OF JURGEN LEITNER, a Magnus novel releasing October 27th: rustyquill.com/novelBuy tickets to a Magnus Archives Live Show in Sheffield in July: crossedwires.live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this expansive and deeply nourishing episode of the Modern Mystic Soul Podcast, Therese is joined by Tania Ho—intuitive soul guide, meditation teacher, and founder of Museflower Retreat & Spa in Chiang Rai, Thailand.Together, they explore the evolution of intuition, meditation, and consciousness in a rapidly shifting world—and why the old spiritual models no longer work for many sensitive souls today.Tania shares her work helping empaths and highly sensitive people understand that their sensitivities are not weaknesses, but gifts that can be regulated, refined, and consciously developed.This conversation is a beautiful blend of grounded nervous system wisdom and spiritual insight—offering reassurance for anyone navigating heightened sensitivity, intuitive awakening, or energetic overwhelm during this period of collective transformation.If you've ever wondered:“Am I too sensitive?”“Why don't traditional spiritual practices work for me anymore?”“How do I trust my intuition without becoming overwhelmed?”…this episode was made for you.

"Watching the World is a generative composition which was performed live and built from the recording which was processed through granular synthesis and other effects. The textures, harmonic material were inspired by the recording with a sense of movement and transition which I wanted to capture. "The piece used a system based on four-part harmony (SATB) to organise the arrangement of the granular layers allowing harmonic sequences to emerge. Apart from some of the drums and the sine wave synth, all sounds within the composition originate from the processed recording." Blue Temple, Chiang Rai reimagined by Neil Spencer Bruce.

This was recorded inside The Blue Temple in Chiang Rai, Thailand. It is filled with people marvelling at the large Buddha and people singing. Recorded by Jake Edwards. 

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, we're taking you on a journey through Thailand during the Buddha festival celebrations, exploring how things are celebrated in Bangkok, Pattaya, and up in Chiang Rai. We'll be looking at the traditions, the atmosphere, and how each place brings its own unique style to this important time. So sit back, relax, and join us for another adventure through Thailand with us.Link to subscribe to the All About Thailand special edition podcast below https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/lonely-traveler-productio/subscribe

On Episode #252 of World Awakenings: The Fast Track to Enlightenment, we welcome intuitive soul guide and spiritual wellness expert Tania Ho. Tania Ho helps people awaken to their true spiritual power through intuitive guidance, energy healing tools, mindfulness practices, and soul-alignment coaching designed to restore harmony between the heart, mind, body, and soul. Her work empowers individuals to gain clarity, confidence, emotional healing, and deeper spiritual awareness so they can live in alignment with their soul purpose and authentic self.Originally from Hong Kong and now residing in Chiang Rai, Thailand, Tania is the founder of Museflower Retreat & Spa, an all-inclusive vegetarian wellness retreat center offering transformational yoga retreats, meditation programs, spa therapies, soulful healing experiences, and holistic wellness practices in the peaceful mountains of northern Thailand. She is also the host of the podcast Embrace Your Sacred Nature, where she shares spiritual insights, energy tools, self-healing techniques, and inspiring real-life stories to help listeners reconnect with their sacred nature and inner wisdom.In this inspiring conversation, Tania discusses spiritual awakening, intuitive development, energy healing, conscious living, emotional balance, mindfulness, meditation, and how to reconnect with your authentic self in today's chaotic world.Make sure to watch World Awakenings on the brand-new TV network, New Reality TVTo find out all about Tania Ho just go to her website https://taniaho.me/For innformation on Tania Ho's Museflower Spa & Retreat in Thailand just click this link.If you would like to do an online session with Tania Ho click this link https://taniaho.me/free-gift/ to receive 10% offSHOW TIMELINE:0:00 – Introduction to Episode #2522:10 – Meeting intuitive soul guide Tania Ho5:45 – Tania's spiritual awakening journey11:20 – Leaving Hong Kong & creating a new life in Thailand16:05 – Understanding soul purpose & alignment22:30 – Intuition, inner wisdom & energy tools29:15 – Healing emotional imbalance & restoring harmony35:40 – Meditation, mindfulness & conscious living41:55 – Creating Museflower Retreat & Spa in Chiang Rai47:10 – Embracing your sacred nature52:20 – Advice for people seeking clarity & purpose56:45 – Final thoughts with Tania Ho59:00 – Closing remarks

VOV1 - Thái Lan mới đây đã chính thức công bố lộ trình tăng mạnh phí dịch vụ hành khách quốc tế tại 6 sân bay trọng điểm từ ngày 20/6 tới. Nằm trong chiến lược tái cơ cấu nguồn thu để nâng cấp hạ tầng, động thái này đang vấp phải nhiều ý kiến trái chiều từ giới chuyên gia.Theo thông báo mới nhất từ Tổng Công ty Sân bay Thái Lan (AOT), kể từ ngày 20/6, phí dịch vụ hành khách quốc tế sẽ tăng từ 730 Baht lên mức 1.120 Baht/người (tương đương khoảng 34 USD). Mức tăng 53% này sẽ được áp dụng đồng bộ tại 6 cửa ngõ hàng không lớn nhất gồm: Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, Phuket, Hat Yai, Chiang Mai và Chiang Rai. Đáng chú ý, để hỗ trợ kích cầu du lịch nội địa, mức phí dành cho các chuyến bay trong nước vẫn được giữ nguyên ở mức 130 Baht/người (4 USD).Bà Pawina Jariyathitipong, Chủ tịch AOT khẳng định, việc điều chỉnh đã được Hội đồng Hàng không Dân dụng phê duyệt và hoàn toàn phù hợp với tiêu chuẩn của Tổ chức Hàng không Dân dụng Quốc tế (ICAO). Theo bà Pawina, khoản thu tăng thêm này không nhằm mục đích lợi nhuận đơn thuần, mà là nguồn lực then chốt để hiện đại hóa hệ thống làm thủ tục hành khách dùng chung (CUPPS), mở rộng nhà ga Suvarnabhumi và Don Mueang, nhằm hiện thực hóa mục tiêu đưa Thái Lan trở thành trung tâm hàng không thế giới.Dự kiến, quyết định này sẽ giúp AOT thu về thêm khoảng 13 tỷ Baht (tương đương 405 triệu USD) trong năm tài chính 2027. Cùng với đó, Bộ Giao thông Thái Lan cũng vừa công bố kế hoạch "mạnh tay" chi 26 tỷ Baht (800 triệu USD) để xây dựng thêm 6 sân bay cấp tỉnh trong thời gian tới.Tuy nhiên, lộ trình tăng phí này đang đối mặt với không ít hoài nghi. Cựu Phó Thống đốc Bangkok, ông Samart Ratchapolsitte cảnh báo mức phí mới tại sân bay Suvarnabhumi hiện đã vượt cao hơn cả các sân bay hàng đầu thế giới như Incheon (Hàn Quốc) hay Haneda (Nhật Bản), trong khi thứ hạng chất lượng của sân bay này hiện đứng thứ 36 trên bảng xếp hạng Skytrax.Giới chuyên gia nhận định, nhóm hành khách sử dụng hàng không giá rẻ sẽ chịu tác động nặng nhất khi giá vé có thể đội thêm từ 7% đến 10%. Đặc biệt, trong bối cảnh căng thẳng địa chính trị tại Trung Đông đang đẩy giá nhiên liệu lên cao, việc tăng phí dịch vụ vào lúc này được xem là "phép thử" đầy mạo hiểm đối với ngành du lịch Thái Lan./.VOV Thái LanSân bay quốc tế Suvarnabhumi, Bangkok, Thái Lan. Ảnh: Ngọc Diệp

Dòng sông dài nhất Đông Nam Á đang phải đối mặt với một cuộc khủng hoảng môi trường chưa từng có do chất thải từ các hoạt động khai thác đất hiếm khoáng sản ở thượng nguồn. Tại nhiều khu vực trên sông Mê Kông, mức độ nhiễm các kim loại nặng độc hại như thạch tín, thuỷ ngân chì, cao gấp gần 10 lần so với mức an toàn. Không chỉ nguồn sinh kế của hơn 70 triệu người bị đe dọa, những tác động này còn mang tính huỷ hoại đối với môi trường về lâu dài. Từ nhiều tháng qua, các hình ảnh về cá biến dạng, vảy đổi màu, có nhiều khối u, màu mắt bất thường,…, được loan truyền rộng rãi tại Thái Lan. Chúng được phát hiện dọc theo sông Kok ở miền bắc Thái Lan, bắt nguồn từ Miến Điện, chảy qua tỉnh Chiang Rai và đổ vào sông Mê Kông. Nhiều người dân không dám ăn cá sông, ngừng đánh bắt cá trước những thông tin về cá bị nhiễm độc do kim loại nặng được thải ra từ các hoạt động khai khoáng ở thượng nguồn. Tình trạng ô nhiễm tập trung chủ yếu tại vùng Tam giác vàng, nơi các con sông Kok, Sai, Ruak chảy từ Miến Điện vào Thái Lan và đổ vào sông Mê Kông. Trên thực tế, theo Bangkok Post tình trạng ô nhiễm kim loại nặng đã được phát hiện vào tháng 08/2024, khi người dân báo cáo về tình trạng nước sông vẩn đục. Tại đập Ban Kwae Wua, trẻ em bị phát ban sau khi chơi đùa trên sông. Tại Huai Chomphu, nông dân nhận thấy cây trồng héo úa dù được tưới nước hàng ngày. Đến đầu năm 2025, các xét nghiệm trong phòng thí nghiệm đã xác nhận nỗi lo sợ : dòng sông bị ô nhiễm với hàm lượng thạch tín cao, nồng độ kim loại nặng ở mức báo động. Cục Thủy Sản Thái Lan, được cho là để trấn an dư luận và tránh tác động đối với thị trường, đã thông báo hồi tháng 06/2025, rằng những con cá bị biến dạng được đánh bắt ở các con sông bị nhiễm ký sinh trùng Digenea và sự biến dạng không phải do kim loại nặng gây ra. Trong khi đó các tổ chức phi chính phủ và các nghiên cứu của Đại học Naresuan ở Thái Lan đã đưa ra bằng chứng về việc mô cá chứa kim loại nặng và các dấu hiệu như u, biến màu… là do nhiễm độc hóa học. Họ kết luận rằng cá bị nhiễm vi khuẩn/ký sinh trùng là hệ quả của việc hệ miễn dịch bị suy yếu do sống trong môi trường nhiễm độc lâu ngày. Các báo cáo từ Cục Kiểm soát Ô nhiễm Thái Lan (PCD) gần đây cũng đã phải thừa nhận các chỉ số hóa học về thạch tín, đang vượt ngưỡng an toàn. Kết quả xét nghiệm trầm tích, được công bố vào tháng 4/2026 cho thấy mức độ thạch tín đo được ở nhiều khu vực sông Kok, Sai và Ruak, lên đến mức 296 mg/kg, cao gấp 9 lần ngưỡng nguy hiểm (33 mg/kg). Ô nhiễm chì vượt quá mức an toàn cũng được phát hiện tại nhiều khu vực trên sông Kok, cùng với các kim loại nặng khác, bao gồm niken, đồng và crom, thuỷ ngân. Theo Ủy ban Sông Mê Kông - Mekong River Commission, cơ quan quản lý con sông, nồng độ thạch tín trong trầm tích có thể gây nguy hiểm cho các sinh vật đáy, đặc biệt là ở thượng nguồn sông Kok và sông Mekong. Vào mùa khô, mực nước thấp và lưu lượng giảm, có thể góp phần làm tăng lượng trầm tích tích tụ và nồng độ chất gây ô nhiễm cao hơn. Trong cuộc hội thảo trực tuyến về Khủng hoảng nhiễm độc tại sông Mê Kông, hồi tháng 04/2026, phó giáo sư Wan Wiriya, thuộc đại học Chiang Mai Thái Lan, nhận định :  “Mặc dù hiện nay con người không tiếp xúc trực tiếp với trầm tích giống như các sinh vật sống dưới đáy sông, nhưng thạch tín sẽ tích tụ dần trong hệ sinh thái và dần dần đầu độc chuỗi thức ăn, tác động trực tiếp đến con người”. Dòng sông đã bị đầu độc như thế nào ? Thanapol Penrat, giáo sư tại Đại học Naresuan của Thái Lan, trả lời AP, nhận định : “Vấn đề là ô nhiễm nguồn nước xuyên biên giới do khai thác khoáng sản đất hiếm và vàng không được kiểm soát và quản lý đúng cách ở Miến Điện. Tôi cũng rất quan ngại vì việc khai thác vẫn tiếp diễn ở Lào, như vậy là có thêm một nguồn phát thải chất ô nhiễm, không chỉ ở Miến Điện mà còn ở Lào và điều đó thực sự ảnh hưởng đến sông Mekong một cách tổng thể.” Ở phía thượng nguồn sông Mê Kông, miền bắc Thái Lan, báo cáo của Viện nghiên cứu Stimson có trụ sở tại Mỹ, dựa vào các hình ảnh vệ tinh và việc xác nhận các nguồn tin từ thực địa, chỉ ra hơn 2400 địa điểm khai thác khoáng sản, dọc theo 43 con sông. Tại các phụ lưu của sông Mê Kông, có đến gần 800 địa điểm khai thác, hầu hết không được kiểm soát. Các mỏ này xả trực tiếp xyanua (cyanide), thủy ngân, thạch tín (asen) và kim loại nặng vào nước sông. Các tác giả của báo cáo nêu ra các cơ chế chính đầu độc dòng sông, trong đó có việc khai thác đất hiếm bằng “rửa hóa chất tại chỗ” (in-situ leaching), khai thác vàng và dùng hóa chất (thường là xyanua) để rửa quặng kim loại... Ông Regan Kwan, một trong những tác giả của báo cáo, giải thích với RFI Tiếng Việt : “Mỗi phương pháp đều có nguy cơ gây tác động môi trường đáng kể. Với khai thác sa khoáng dọc sông, quá trình đào bới và khuấy động trầm tích làm giải phóng các kim loại nặng vốn tồn tại tự nhiên trong đất. Khi tiếp xúc với nước và không khí, các chất này có thể hòa tan và làm gia tăng ô nhiễm nguồn nước, với nồng độ kim loại nặng nhiều nơi vượt chuẩn của WHO. Phương pháp ngâm chiết (heap leaching) sử dụng axit để tách kim loại trong quặng ngoài trời. Hệ thống này thiếu che chắn và quản lý chặt chẽ, nên dễ gây rò rỉ nước thải độc hại, ảnh hưởng đến động vật hoang dã và có nguy cơ lan rộng khi xảy ra mưa lớn hoặc thiên tai. Cuối cùng, chiết tách tại chỗ (in situ leaching) bơm hóa chất trực tiếp vào lòng đất để hòa tan đất hiếm, đồng thời sử dụng nước sông trong quá trình khai thác. Sau đó, lượng nước thải chứa kim loại nặng và hóa chất thường được xả ngược trở lại môi trường, gây nguy cơ ô nhiễm nguồn nước mặt và nước ngầm.” Bắt nguồn từ Tây Tạng, sông Mê Kông chảy qua 6 nước rồi đổ ra Biển Đông, là nguồn cung cấp nước cho nông nghiệp, thuỷ điện, giao thông và thuỷ sản, nuôi sống hơn 70 triệu người trong khu vực. Dòng sông từ lâu đã phải chịu ô nhiễm nhựa, đến các đập thủy điện kìm hãm dòng chảy ở thượng nguồn và việc khai thác cát tàn phá bờ sông, chưa kể tình trạng biến đổi khí hậu, hay các loại ô nhiễm khác. Tuy nhiên, giới chuyên gia cho rằng các hoạt động khai thác đất hiếm không được kiểm soát, có thể gây ra cuộc khủng hoảng môi trường nghiêm trọng nhất mà dòng sông từng phải đối mặt. Quả bom nguyên tử "nổ chậm" ở sông Mê Kông Các kim loại nặng như thạch tín hay xyanua không bị phân huỷ theo thời gian. Khi chúng tích tụ, và có thể gây tác động lâu dài ngay cả khi các hoạt đông khai thác đã chấm dứt. Việc tiếp xúc với các kim loại nặng gây ra những hậu quả nguy hiểm đối với sức khoẻ. Ví dụ, thạch tín có thể gây suy tạng. Thủy ngân gây hại cho hệ thần kinh. Chì làm suy giảm nhận thức và cadmium gây hại cho thận. Ônh Brian Eyler, giám đốc chương trình về Đông Nam Á tại viện nghiên cứu Stimson, cũng là đồng tác giả của báo cáo nói trên, nhận định: “Một số người tại Thái Lan gọi đây là “quả bom nguyên tử” đối với sông Mê Kông. Tôi từng được hỏi so sánh về mức độ nghiêm trọng của tình trạng hiện nay. Phải nói rằng, ngoài cuộc chiến tranh Việt Nam trong thế kỷ trước, chưa từng có sự kiện nào ảnh hưởng đến nhiều người như thế này. Hiện áp lực đang đến từ nhiều phía. Nhật Bản và Úc đã phát hiện sản phẩm nhiễm độc. Cuối năm ngoái, Nhật Bản đã ngừng nhập khẩu đậu bắp và đậu xanh từ Chiang Rai ở Thái Lan. Úc cũng tìm thấy nồng độ thạch tín cao trong gạo Thái. Chúng tôi hy vọng áp lực kinh tế này sẽ thúc đẩy sự thay đổi.” Bàn tay Trung Quốc Báo cáo được thực hiện ban đầu, nhằm mục đích nâng cao nhận thức về mức độ nguy hiểm của nồng độ các kim loại nặng được phát hiện trước đó, và chủ yếu tập trung theo dõi hai mỏ khai thác. Nhưng qua quá trình nghiên cứu, nhiều mỏ khai thác mới đã được xây dựng, và chưa từng được thống kê hay đăng ký trước đó, đặc biệt là tại Lào, với 20 mỏ khai thác trái phép. Điều đáng chú ý là nghiên cứu đã chỉ ra mối liên hệ của các hoạt động này được thúc đẩy bởi nhu cầu đất hiếm từ Trung Quốc. Viện nghiên cứu Stimson đã đăng tải danh sách các công ty đứng đằng sau các hoạt động này, hầu hết có chủ là người Trung hoặc có liên hệ với Trung Quốc. Nhà nghiên cứu Regan Kwan khẳng định rằng sự hiện diện của bàn tay Trung Quốc là không thể chối cãi. Các doanh nghiệp nhà nước, trên thực tế, không trực tiếp tham gia khai thác tại khu vực này, nhưng có nhiều công ty con hoạt động tại các khâu khác nhau. Ông khẳng định : “Có nhiều bằng chứng chỉ ra rằng các doanh nghiệp này kiểm soát chuỗi cung ứng từ khai thác đến tinh luyện và sản xuất nam châm. Chúng tôi có bằng chứng về các công ty Trung Quốc tham gia khai thác tại Miến Điện và Lào, sau đó xuất khẩu về Trung Quốc để đưa vào các lò luyện. Tại lò luyện, khoáng sản từ nhiều nguồn bị trộn lẫn, khiến việc truy xuất nguồn gốc trở nên bất khả thi. Sự hiện diện và can thiệp của Trung Quốc trong toàn bộ chuỗi cung ứng là điều không thể tranh cãi.” Về phần mình, ông Brian Eyler, với hơn 10 năm kinh nghiệm nghiên cứu tại khu vực, nói rõ là viện nghiên cứu đã thu thập nhiều báo cáo, lời chứng từ các công nhân, cũng như người dân ở Miến Điện, ghi nhận sự hiện diện của người Trung làm việc tại các mỏ này, chủ yếu giữ chức quản lý và tư vấn ở cấp độ kỹ thuật, cũng như tham gia vào toàn bộ chuỗi cung ứng. Cho đến nay, các biện pháp ứng phó với tình trạng này vẫn còn hạn chế, cuộc nội chiến ở Miến Điện khiến vấn đề này khó có thể giải quyết, chưa kể nạn buôn lậu. Điều này cũng dấy lên lo ngại đối với các nước ở hạ lưu sông Mê Kông là Việt Nam và Cam Bốt. Giám đốc của chương trình Đông Nam Á tại viện nghiên cứu Stimson, ông Brian Eyler nhận định : "Hiện vẫn chưa có báo cáo nào về tình trạng nhiễm độc tại hạ nguồn sông Mê Kông, hoặc chưa có đủ xét nghiệm. Đó là nơi cung cấp thực phẩm cho toàn thế giới, và dĩ nhiên không người tiêu dùng nào muốn sử dụng sản phẩm có nguy cơ nhiễm độc. Hiện Việt Nam đang có kế hoạch mở lại các mỏ đất hiếm. Chúng tôi hy vọng chính phủ và các đơn vị vận hành mỏ sẽ áp dụng các biện pháp bảo vệ thích hợp, rút kinh nghiệm từ những bài học đau xót đang xảy ra trên sông Mekong. Việt Nam là một "ngôi sao công nghệ" đang lên, chúng tôi hy vọng các hoạt động công nghiệp hóa của Việt Nam sẽ không làm trầm trọng thêm vấn đề này." Nhu cầu đất hiếm tiếp tục đà tăng Các chuyên gia cũng cảnh báo rằng các hoạt động khai thác đất hiếm sẽ vẫn tiếp tục lan rộng, và không được kiểm soát trước nhu cầu toàn cầu ngày càng gia tăng. Đất hiếm được sử dụng chủ yếu trong việc sản xuất các thiết bị điện tử, hay trong pin điện, phục vụ chuyển đổi xanh, cũng như trong các trung tâm dữ liệu trước sự bùng nổ của AI, cũng như trong ngành công nghiệp quốc phòng. Theo chính phủ Mỹ, những khoáng sản này được sử dụng trong các máy bay chiến đấu như F-35, tàu ngầm, tên lửa Tomahawk, hệ thống radar và nhu cầu về nguồn cung ngày càng tăng khi Mỹ bổ sung và mở rộng kho dự trữ quân sự đã bị hao hụt do các cuộc chiến ở Iran và ở Ukraina. Các khoáng sản, nguyên tố đất hiếm đang rơi vào xòng xoáy địa chính trị. Trung Quốc kiểm soát 90 % thị trường đất hiếm toàn cầu, đã ra lệnh cấm xuất khẩu đất hiếm. Washington đã công bố các khoản đầu tư hàng tỷ đô la vào lĩnh vực này, nhằm đa dng nguồn cung, giảm phụ thuộc vào Trung Quốc. Đây cũng sẽ là một trong những chủ đề được dự trù đem ra  thảo luận trong thượng đỉnh giữa lãnh đạo Hoa Kỳ và Trung Quốc sắp tới.

Forget the cliché advice to "get out" of your comfort zone; digital nomad Billy Lahr reveals why you should actually be working harder to get into it. In this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast, mindfulness coach and former dean joins Lesley Logan to challenge the "hustle culture" obsession with escaping comfort, arguing instead that we must distinguish it from the "complacency zone" by expanding our capacity from the inside out, much like stretching a pizza dough. Billy brings a refreshing, no-nonsense perspective on identity, curiosity, and the importance of maintaining a "centered self."   If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co mailto:beit@lesleylogan.co. And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/#follow-subscribe-free.In this episode you will learn about:Master the art of curiosity to build deeper human connections. Differentiate between a healthy comfort zone and dangerous complacency. Reclaim your personal identity by identifying your ten life roles.Use mindfulness as a practical tool to manage high-intensity anxiety. Turn your unique strengths into a sustainable and purposeful life.Episode References/Links:Mindful Midlife Crisis - https://www.mindfulmidlifecrisis.comBilly Lahr Official Website - https://billylahr.comBilly Lahr Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mindful_midlife_crisisJumpstart Conversation - https://beitpod.com/billylahrjumpstartconvoJumpstart Your Midlife Workbook - https://www.mindfulmidlifecrisis.comThe Selfish Woman Podcast - https://valeriejones.ca/podcastEd Latimore - https://edlatimore.comYoga Ananda Chiang Mai - https://www.yogaananda.net/about-kru-nokGen X Jukebox - https://www.genxjukebox.comGuest Bio:Billy Lahr is certified mindfulness meditation coach, certified personal trainer, behavior change specialist, former educator, serial overthinker, and host of The Mindful Midlife Crisis, a podcast for people navigating the complexities and possibilities of life's second half. In 2013, Billy started practicing mindfulness as a way to manage mounting mental health issues brought on by professional burnout, social media harassment from students, and a lack of job satisfaction. In 2021, Billy left his job as dean of students in order to travel the world in search of more meaningful experiences and community. Since then, he's been a GPS for individuals aiming to live more mindfully and intentionally through recognizing and harnessing their strengths, exploring their curiosities, growing and synergizing with their network by fostering consistency, discipline, patience, and self-compassion. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox. https://lovethepodcast.com/BITYSIDEALS! DEALS! DEALS! 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And I can tell you, just from my own personal experience, that a lot of that has exacerbated this feeling of isolation and loneliness and this longing for a deeper connection.Lesley Logan 0:31  Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast where we talk about taking messy action, knowing that perfect is boring. I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started. Lesley Logan 1:13  All right, Be It babe. I'm really stoked for today's episode we had, I have the most fun talking to Billy Lahr as our guest, and it was really funny. We didn't talk about what he does until halfway through the podcast. And I don't want to ruin it. I don't want to spoil it for you, but we actually talked about comfort zones, and should you stay in them? Should you get out of them? And a whole lot more insights and I just think it's really fun. We talk about curiosity. And so I think you're just going to enjoy all of this. Oh, and the Be It Action Items at the end, fucking fabulous. You'll love them. So here you go. Here's Billy Lahr.Lesley Logan 1:45  All right, Be It babe. I'm super excited we have a total, like, true digital nomad as our guest today. Billy Lahr is here, and I kind of am obsessed. Because before I bought a house, and, like, settled in and like, loved being at home, my husband and I used to be nomads. Someone thought like we'll just be nomadic people. So we just dabble in it. But you do it full time. Can you tell us what you rock at and why you why you're a digital nomad?Billy Lahr 2:11  I rock at curiosity. I would say that's my superpower. I like to ask questions. I never, ever, whenever I meet people, I never asked the question, what do you do? That's the most boring question in the world. And there's a couple of reasons why I don't ask that. I actually got that tip from past guests on my podcast named Jesse Ross, and the way I look at it is, what you do, one, is usually the least interesting thing about you, like I taught, I taught English for 21 years. Everyone had one of me. Everyone knows what I did. So that's it's not fun for me to talk about that. Secondly, people generally don't like to talk about work outside of work unless they're super involved and they love what they do. Most people do what they do because it pays the bills. And there's nothing wrong with that. There's absolutely nothing wrong with that, and we'll come back to that a little bit later. But the third reason is, I think people over identify with their roles, their jobs. I live in Korea now, and I see that a lot, there is a pressure to have a certain status. And I feel like whenever you talk to people about what do you do, you can feel them recoil because they don't want to talk about it. So the first question I always ask all of my guests is, what are 10 roles that you play in your life? To me, that's a more interesting question. Now, the first four or five answers are always something familial. You know, for me, I'm a brother, I'm a son, I'm an uncle. Those things come like that. Then when you get into those later examples, you have to dig deep into what roles you actually play. So for me, digital nomad, Pearl Jam fanatic. I've seen Pearl Jam 54 times in nine states. I'm an avid paddle boarder. I've paddle boarded off five continent coasts. So those are the kind of things that are interesting and lead to better conversation. And because of my curiosity, I'm able to kind of wiggle my way through the mundane to get to those types of conversations.Lesley Logan 4:32  Yeah. I mean, I think, like, first of all, you're not wrong there. I go to a lot of parties, and of course, like, people are asking, what do you do? And this for me, most of the time, when people do ask me that I'm on a plane going somewhere and I and I'm like, well, it's gonna be really weird when I tell you what I actually do, because you're like, then why are you going to where you're going? That doesn't make sense. So it can be interesting and weird, but also, like not many people want to talk about their job, like you said, or it's like, it is the least interesting thing about them, or it's it is something that pays the bills. And so there are other things, but they're never asked that questions. They don't even know how to describe themselves or talk about themselves. And the fact that you're curious must mean that you meet cooler versions of people, like we can meet the same people, but because you can be more curious than me, you're gonna meet a version of them that, like I might have, like, missed because I asked the wrong question, or I didn't ask or not even the wrong question. I just asked a better question.Billy Lahr 5:27  My general rule when I talk to people, and this is going to sound a bit arrogant, but whatever. My general rule is, you need to be at least as interesting as I am, because I've lived a pretty interesting life, and if you have nothing to contribute, then, like, what value do you have for me in the conversation? So I'm going to dig around. I'm going to ask questions that maybe the normal person isn't going to ask. I had this situation pop up the other week, and there were two women who are like, I can't believe you just asked that. And I'm like, listen, if you don't ask, then you don't get the answers. So my dad always told me ask the worst anyone could ever say is no. So I ask, and those lead to better conversations.Lesley Logan 6:15  Yeah, yeah. I think, I mean, it is true, like I was taught that as well. It's like, if you don't ask, you got to know, and so you may as well ask, because if you get a no, then you know, and you can go find another way, but you could get a yes, and then it's like, oh my god, like you could get that. So I I completely agree. And I also think, like, you know, a lot of people are feeling lonely these days. I have to imagine, like, traveling the world if you're curious, you're never lonely, because you're always finding ways to talk to people and, like, get to know them. But people are lonely and they don't travel and they're surrounded by people, but I think it's because they're they're not getting to a deeper version of a person that they're talking to. So everything has surfaced all of the time.Billy Lahr 6:56  I'll tell you that the conversations that I've had with digital nomads is that being a nomad is incredibly lonely and isolating, because what you're doing is a lot of times, because it's such a transient community, is you're building these superficial relationships and people come and go out of your life. And I can tell you, just from my own personal experience, that a lot of that has exacerbated this feeling of isolation and loneliness and this longing for a deeper connection. It's very hard to maintain romantic relationships when you're on the move like this. So there is a part of me that does desire to just be in one spot. I'm someone who craves stability. I'm someone who craves structure. I crave routine. That's where I thrive. I used to work in education. Bells told me when to start and stop my day. So this is a huge leap, and I'm not not a fan of this idea of get out of your comfort zone. Shut up. I've been working really hard to get into my comfort zone. Let me sit in my comfort zone, but where I tell people to be cautious of is when we start to get into the complacency zone. So when things start to feel complacent, that's when we need to stretch our comfort zone like it's pizza dough. And you don't pull pizza dough from the outside. Only heathens do that. You push pizza dough from the inside, and where you see it's thin, you put some flour, you put a little bit more dough, and you massage that in there, and you stretch out that pizza dough. If someone tells you to get out of their comfort zone, I don't know if we can swear on here, you can just tell them, you know, shut the fuck up. I'm good in my comfort zone, but you need to take a look at, am I in my comfort zone, or am I, am I in my complacency zone? Right now, I'm definitely stretching my pizza dough because I was working a full time job. Now I'm back to freelance, and things are a bit more, you know, unstable. So, you know, I'm I'm trying to build some things, I'm trying to rebrand some things, and it all takes a lot of hard work, and there's a lot of uncertainty in there. And listen uncertainty as a very anxious person, as a very high intensity person, uncertainty does not sit well with me. So I'm very much navigating through all of this.Lesley Logan 9:31  This is so interesting. You are an enigma. But okay, first of all, I actually agree. I think there's something about getting out of your comfort zone all the time that the overachiever is listening to, that's the causing burnout, and it's causing extra stress. It's like, my if you're a high achiever, you're rocking it. That just means you like big things and you're doing those things, the overachievers, that's when you're like, I got to get outside of my comfort zone. It's like, but you haven't like you just said, I want to try to get in my comfort zone. It's like, that's interesting. How often have I just, like, sat still and, like, enjoyed the comfort that I created, you know, like, but do you mind? Can we dive into the complacency zone? Like, when you say that, like, the signs and symptoms you're in a complacency zone, the what, what came to mind is, like, you complain about the comfort zone. You kind of come like, you kind of complain about your, oh, the things in your life, or the things around your life, like that might be, to me, a sign, or sometimes you're in complacency, like you're good at what you do when you're still complaining about it. Is that one like, what are some signs that you're in complacency?Billy Lahr 10:30  That's a great question. So here's a perfect example, when I have new clients when so I was teaching business English here in Korea, so I wasn't teaching at a hagwon with elementary school kids. I've done with public education in that regard, I want to work with adults. So I was working at Hyundai and Kia and teaching their employees Business English. And so when I first meet them, I want to know, hey, what are your hobbies? And a lot of them will say, especially if they're parents, especially if they're new parents, my hobby is my child. Ding, ding, ding, complacency zone. So listen, let me, let me preface this by saying I'm not a parent, so I don't know what it's like to have a child. I don't know what it's like to sacrifice those things. What I do know is that my parents still did things despite having three kids. My dad sang in an all men's choir. Both my mom and my dad played softball throughout the week. They did things that still interested them so that they could socialize with people. So I think especially here, there is this emphasis on making sure that your child grows up and has a more successful future than what you have. And what I notice is that there's a lot of snowplow parents, we'll call them. Lesley Logan 12:00  Yeah, we have them in the States. Billy Lahr 12:02  Yeah, yeah. So I feel like when that happens, you lose your sense of identity again. We come back to this idea of identity, yeah. So where can you find identity? And it's through curiosity. And remember, it's you're not just one identity. You're playing many roles. So if you take a look at those 10 roles, and if you can't come up with 10 roles, that's another perfect example of, hey, maybe you're in this complacency zone. When was the last time you participated in one of those roles? Are all of these roles about someone else, because if they are, you're losing that sense of identity. So how do you go out and explore those? Easier said than done but that comes, that comes from self-awareness. It comes from sitting with your thoughts, your feelings and your emotions, sitting with what you want, and coming to a realization that, okay, I feel like, you know, we talk about being selfish and we talk about being selfless. There isn't necessarily anything wrong with being selfish if you've been overly selfless. So in the middle, you know, we talk about self-centered Well, what about centered self? That's ultimately where we want to be and when we want to be a centered self, it means that we need to be able to provide for others while also providing for ourself. Lesley Logan 13:34  Yeah, I agree, like we've talked on this podcast before, how I think selfish has to do a rebrand, because, like, very rarely have I experienced the people that I have talked to, the stories that I've heard, or the listeners that we have actually being selfish assholes, like most of the time when they think they're being selfish, they're just prioritizing their self. Billy Lahr 13:54  I want to direct everybody to Valerie Jones. Valerie Jones has a podcast called The Selfish Woman. She was a guest on the mindful midlife crisis. I think it's episode 57. Valerie is great, and she's done this excellent job of rebranding this idea of what it means to be selfish. So check that out.Lesley Logan 14:14  Yeah, okay, I might want an intro to her, because, like. Billy Lahr 14:17  You have to she's great. Lesley Logan 14:18  Done. We're doing it after this. Okay. Because, like, but I think like the centered self also, like I do, I do love that you challenge people who who are, who are parents, as a role, that if they don't have something outside of their kids, it, it doesn't actually help your kiddo out. Like we have seen these kids get older. We now have the Gen Z kids and these kids, and they haven't experienced disappointment, they haven't experienced a loss. They have it at a young age, because you just snow plowed all of it for them. And so now they're 20 something years old, and they're learning for the first time what it's like to fail at something that is a hard thing to do, that's hard. You got to learn it when you're younger. So I'm with you.Billy Lahr 14:57  And here's the I know people are like dude, you don't have kids. Mind your business. Okay. Let me give you another example. My former co host, Brian on the Bass. We call him Brian on the Bass because he plays bass in every band in the Twin Cities in Minnesota. He decided to, like I said, he's been playing bass in all of these bands. He records here and there. He developed. He he branded this new band called Gen X Jukebox. This is a guy who has three boys, boys, just or sharknadoes spinning around his house. They had a whoopsie. All right, they had a bonus baby. Sorry, they had a bonus baby when they were in their 40s, but he's still doing all of these things. They bought a bus and they turned it into a schooly, it's something that he and his wife did together. So listen, if you're listening to me and you're like, you childless, you childless piece of shit, you don't know what you're talking about. Okay, fine, fine, fine. Who are the other examples out there who are fulfilling these these roles, and take a look at your own and just say, Okay, what are things that I used to do that I don't do anymore? Or what am I curious about today that I want to learn more of?Lesley Logan 16:16  Yeah, I think that's so true. And I, for people, been listening to this podcast for a really long time, like the first three years of the podcast, I was like, I'm on a hobby hunt. And then people like you don't have hobby like you have so many hobbies. I'm like, No, I have a lot of hobbies that turned into pay. Like I got paid to do them, and the moment I'm getting paid to do them, I don't feel them as a hobby anymore. It's now a job. And I love what I do. I have no complaints. I love all of the aspects of my job, because I get to decide if I don't want to do them anymore, but I want to find a hobby, and I recently found one in the last year. And people are like, Oh, well, because I'm like, way up in Tarot right now. So however people feel about that, I don't care. I love it. I'm having the best time. And people like, Oh, are you gonna do a reading for me? And I was like, No, it's my fucking hobby. You can get your own reading. Go pay someone like, so I find that, like, it's really easy for people to, like, start doing something, and then people go, Oh, then you could do it for me. And it's like, I do find things that you could be curious about and, and I don't care if people want you to do it for them. You don't have to full permission from the pod permit. You get to just like, be curious about them and let them be with their or you can also change your mind. I do think that's another thing people have to realize. Like, you could be go, oh, I used to love to snowboard. And then you can go and go, Oh, I hate it now. That's fine. You can just don't worry about the sunk cost. Billy, you've mentioned your dad a couple of times, and I know that, like your dad had said something to you when you were a teacher, like, do you mind? Can we dive into that? And like, how that has shaped where you are today?Billy Lahr 17:42  Yeah, yeah. So, you know, my dad is a character. He's like Rodney Dangerfield in every movie. He's got the sexual innuendos. But you know, everybody knows who he is. Everybody calls him uncle D. So you know that this is just kind of guy that my dad is, but I remember him, my dad. He's a he's a farmer, he's a tinkerer, he he is a natural salesman. This guy is a renaissance man, and I think there's a small part of him, and he'll never admit this, that's maybe a little disappointed that I didn't get into, you know, being the the farm kid, or being the hunter or that sort of stuff. And instead, I got into I played sports, and I really got into books, and I got into writing. So I became an English teacher and and I remember one time he said to me, I hope you're a good English teacher, because you will starve if you have to do anything else. And he said it with love. He said it with love. He said it jokingly. But this is that's kind of what I've been figuring out here the last four years, because I left education in 2021 and I've been trying to figure out, okay, what is it that I'm good at that I can monetize? Is because there are and by monetize is being get paid for, right? Lesley Logan 19:05  Yeah, well, because the world we requires us to pay bills and so we have to figure a way to monetize something that we're willing to do for many hours of a week yeah. Billy Lahr 19:14  Yeah. And I think that's, you know, I've been, I've been figuring that out the last four years now I feel very, very lucky, very privileged, that one thing that he taught me was how to save and how to invest. So I've been able to travel around here the last four years with the money that I've saved, with the money that I've invested. I took this last year to work in Korea full time, because, like I said, I needed that stability, I needed that structure, I needed that routine. So in all of that, I've been experimenting. My wonderful friend Jill Daler talks about using the world as her laboratory and just seeing what works. And listen, lot of things have failed that I've done the last few years, and I think a big part of that is because I don't know how to market myself, and I don't want to play the algorithm game, because I grew up in the 90s, and the biggest sin in the 90s was selling out.Lesley Logan 20:20  Oh yeah, okay, so what? You're a little older than me, I think, but I do recall, you know, hearing people.Billy Lahr 20:26  I told you, Pearl Jam is my favorite band all those Seattle grunge bands. What did they teach us? They taught us don't sell out. Selling out is the greatest sin of it all, and this idea of marketing and playing the algorithm game and using clickbaity titles, it's so vomitus to me, and it feels disingenuous to who I am as a creative spirit. But then there are a lot of starving artists out there, so as I'm going through this rebrand, I'm thinking to myself, listen, maybe you need to play the game, because the last time I saw Pearl Jam, you want to know who was sponsoring the show, Amazon Music. Okay, so if Pearl Jam can come around to, you know, corporate, corporate suggestion, corporate support, then, then maybe I can play the game too, because, you know, who am I to Pearl Jam? Lesley Logan 21:22  But also, and here's the thing, like, I completely agree with that on a I own, on my own way, and that, like, the way that I could have had more followers, more subscribers on YouTube much sooner, given the industry I am, is to just be a little bit skinnier and make sure that I only work out in a tiny sports bra and tiny shorts. And like everything is about abs and glutes, abs and glutes, abs and glutes, and it's like, but that's not the way I teach. That's not the Pilates I teach. I actually am extremely like conscious that people just feel good in their body, that they don't think that fitness actually is how you lose weight, because it's not, it's how you eat and hormones and all that stuff, sleep, water and all these different things. However, 10 years into my YouTube channel, I just have 40,000 subscribers, and my friends have millions. So what I had to figure out is like, How can I understand what the titles have to be, and then be fucking honest with people in the video? So can you lose weight with Pilates? Is not like or like Pilates and weight loss like something that'd be so clickbait against me. It's like, okay, so let's talk about what real, actual weight loss is, if you how do you know you need it? And if Pilates can do it. And so I had to find a way to like, Okay, how do I digest the click bait? But then be honest and authentic. Because the other reality is, is like, No, you said starving artists, but like the impact that you and I want to make on this world, no one hears about it if it doesn't get put in front of their face and so and so you either have time or you have money. And the thing about the algorithms is you can have no dollars, but get your message out there. That's not something we could do in the 90s. Pearl Jam would have to pay for ad space and radio space and all this stuff. So I do feel like there is some swallowing of of some of it to go. Okay, well, what can I live with? Like, what's my value process there? And it has helped me immensely, because while I still don't have millions of subscribers, all the ones I do have, I got organically, and they actually like the message I have, you know, and even if they didn't subscribe, it at least got the truth, and then they can go do with what they want, you know. So that it's an interesting thing, but it is hard, because I fucking hate the game of the algorithms. I think it's annoying. It's frustrating, but also people are overwhelmed and exhausted and in complacency, and so how do we get them out? I don't know.Billy Lahr 23:38  Yeah, yeah, it's funny. It just dawned on me that I haven't talked about, like, what service I provide and and I think this is gonna be funny. This is gonna be funny now, if people have listened to me throughout this and they're like, this guy's kind of a spaz, that's why I'm a certified mindfulness meditation teacher.Lesley Logan 24:01  Well, your message, your message.Billy Lahr 24:03  Right, right. So what I tell people because people will tell me, like, you're pretty intense for you a meditation teacher, yes, I practice mindfulness so that I can be this obnoxious, because if I wasn't, I'd be a complete and total asshole. So I practiced it so that I can stay here in this area, because when I wasn't practicing, then I was very anxious, and that was manifesting in the depression, and that was manifesting in some other darker thoughts. So this brand of mindfulness that I share, it isn't it isn't granola. It is, it is, it's, it's more just like, hey, here's what we need to do. I'm not going to tell you to follow your passions. I'm not going to tell you that everything happens for a reason, because I don't believe in those things. But here's what I do think is practical, and here's an easy first step. And that, then, in turn, allows me to be genuine. And I like what you said there, like, yeah, we can have a clickbaity title as long as the content within the video is genuine and it's and it's authentic to who we are. When you listen to my meditations, I can be very can go into that meditation voice, and I can be very soothing, and I know that's what that audience needs, if they click on that meditation but if they're listening to an interview, you're going to get me at high energy, because I love being behind a microphone. That's why, like, I found ways to emcee events here in Seoul, just by, you know, you talk about, see it till you be it like or be it till, which one is it? Lesley Logan 25:50  I like the way you said it, I think it's great. Billy Lahr 25:52  No, no, because I actually wrote about this in one of my newsletters, because once your team reached out to me, I was like, see it till you, be it, does that make more sense? But then you were talking about, be it till you see it. And I was, I was volunteering as my volunteering with my services as an emcee for these live music events around here, not getting paid for it, but not expecting to. I was just doing it because it was fun. And then over time, the band that I was emceeing for, they're a band called The Johnny Birds. You can check them out on Spotify. Please do people. They were like, hey, every time you emcee, people donate more money, so we want to include you in on that. And I was like, oh, whoa. Like, I did not expect that, but it was so generous and thoughtful of them to be like, no, you're part of this band. It as part of the live show to some degree. So we want to make sure that we show our appreciation. And that was just me being it, yeah, and then all of a sudden, you know, I saw the money.Lesley Logan 27:04  I so first of all, I pretty sure you, you did write a newsletter, and you sent it to my team, and I got it, and I was like, this is so cool. I haven't met the person yet. Look at the impact we're having. I really love that, because I love that story, because I do think so many people are, like, waiting for it to be all figured out and figuring out how much do I charge for this, and what's the process? And it's like, but that has never been how anything has happened for me. Everything has happened by like, acting like I have an idea of what the fuck I'm doing, even if I don't doing the best I can, and then, like, seeing what happens, and all of a sudden it's like, oh, I'm four steps up the stairwell already, like it just happened, and then other people see it, and then see you do it, and they're inspired by that. And then they're like, Oh, you must know what you're doing. I'm gonna hire you for this thing, or whatever it is. And so I think a lot of people are waiting until they have their business card ready and they practice in front of the mirror. So I love that story so much, and I think it's really cool. And also, you have an innate thing, and we talked about this before, but like, you are a really good cheerleader for other people. You have a really good and that kind of goes back to, like, you have a hard kind of time. It's not selling out, but like, marketing yourself, as you said, because, like, you almost are like, the backup babe for so many people. You're like, ready to launch all their stuff.Billy Lahr 28:19  Oh yeah, give me the pompoms, man. I'll be the cheerleader. I'll be the cheerleader if you're doing good things, I'll absolutely be the cheerleader for you. And that's, I think that's where I went wrong with my own podcast, because I started off by giving people a platform to share their experiences and expertise, and I was having these really fascinating conversations. And then I started working with a podcast business coach, and bless his heart, he's he's a really great dude, but we didn't share the same vision. My vision was to give people a platform to share their experiences and expertise to my listeners, so that, and I just wanted to have those conversations with really fascinating people. And his idea was, well, hey, the only way that you're going to make money is if you market your coaching services. So it went completely and I hate sales. I hate them. I hate them. I hate them. I don't have my dad's sales acumen. It's I just would rather talk to other people and celebrate other people. And, you know, I feel like, you know, then people are like, oh, you know you're really good at the interview part. Oh, thank you. Like, that feeds my, my need for words of affirmations, like, You're really good. I'll tell you that I had Ed Latimore on my podcast. And Ed does thousands of podcasts in his lifetime. He's an author. People, check out Ed Latimore. He's got a book now called. Lesley Logan 29:53  You're doing it right now, Billy, you are promoting someone else. Billy Lahr 29:57  He said and here's the I've never met Ed in person, I've only met him through Zoom, but he's a really fascinating dude. And when we got done, he said, You know what? You're really good at this. And it kind of caught me by surprise, because Ed, Ed grew up like in the mean streets of Philadelphia, and, like, he was a professional boxer, you know, he literally doesn't pull punches, so he tells it like how he sees it. And that, to me, was one of the nicest compliments I've ever received. And I said, that means a lot to me, because I feel like you've done a lot of these. And he said, I have done a lot of these and and you're really good at this. And that, to me, again, goes back to the be it till you see it like I was just, I'm just asking questions. I'm doing the research and and asking questions. I hate when people send me their media flyers and like you can ask these questions. Guess what? That's a guarantee I'm not going to ask any of those questions, because then you have canned responses. I'm going to go and listen to the podcast that you did on other shows, and I'm going to write down all of the follow up questions that I think that the host should have asked you. I'm going to go to your website and I'm going to ask you specific things about your website. I'm going to read your book, and I'm going to ask you things that stand out to me in your book, because that's where real conversation comes. It doesn't come from these canned questions. And like the more that we understand other people, the more curious we are, and the more you know, harmonious of a society we can be.Lesley Logan 31:36  I think it goes back to like being you're a mindfulness coach like you being curious about other people and them being able to, like, hear that conversation requires mindfulness, because it requires them to be aware of any of the fucking things that they actually do in their life. Like, it's like, I think a lot of people go through the day, and so it actually doesn't surprise me that that's what you coach on. And also like, why you're a curious person. To me, they kind of go hand in hand. I also like, look, because we we coach Pilates instructors who are like, I just want to teach, you know, because I love what I do. And I'm like, the IRS doesn't care that you love what you do. If you have a business, they are going to audit you if you haven't paid taxes a couple years like they expect. They're going to give you a couple years to fuck around, and then they're going to expect their money. So I love that, and also I have to make sure that you, like, can pay your bills. So I appreciate your coach going. I want you to make your night, but there are so many different ways to make money around things. And you know you being until you see it in the beginning is a perfect way to, like, kick off your podcast and figure it out, because I don't think there's one way to make money with podcasts. I think there's a billion ways, and you'll find the one that works for you. And you don't have to be an actual, like, quote, unquote salesperson to do it. So I see it happening, and it probably already has, because you're still doing why would you podcast if it wasn't working for you? Billy Lahr 32:56  I'll be honest, I hauled I put a pause on the podcast back in March because it, it was, it was, like, in a toxic relationship, because, like, I couldn't quit it. I was, you know, I would, I would pause, and then I would keep going back to it, and I would pause, and I keep going back to it, and I pause it, and I haven't recorded in a while, and I don't have any intention of going back to recording it at this time, if things were to change then, then I would maybe, maybe this rebranding, you know, blows up. Then it's like, oh, okay, now I can go back to doing this, but I don't miss it, but at the same time, I feel really good about what we created. Like, we recorded over 100 episodes, and most of those were episodes with guests. And I'm really proud to look at that guest list and be like, Okay, we were 50-50, with men and women. We, you know, we were when it was, when it was me and Brian on the Bass, you know, it was two straight white guys, right? But we had a very diverse collection of people from the LGBT community, people of color, like, you know, we really sought out or, like, it was my show, I sought out people and different voices. And I think that that that's really important, because we need to get out of that, of that silo of what we see in here, and I think that's another sign, too, of complacency, if we go back to that, that if you're looking at and you're getting the same messages, whether, whether it's MSNBC, whether it's Fox News or whatnot, not even a news channel, if it's just the same messages over and over and over again, who's challenging that, and in then, in what way are you being curious?Lesley Logan 34:48  Yeah, yeah. I think, I think that's really true. I think a lot of people, they well, it's hard when your thoughts are challenged. It's much easier to just go, oh no, everyone around me thinks this way, and it's definitely challenging. I have family members that we have conversations, and I can tell what they're listening to, and I'm like, What are you like? What? Okay, let's for example, it was just Halloween. Here we're recording this, and I had someone tell me, Oh, this. They are this tool where you can easily see if there's drugs in the kids candy. And I said, I'm so sorry. I just have to ask, who the fuck is putting drugs in the candy? Who is doing this? People do. No one does. How would that kid get hooked on that drug and know which house it came from? It isn't a bag. Drugs are very expensive. No drug dealer is just giving drugs out for free in hopes that he hooks these children on drugs and then they'll then come looking for said drugs. Like, they wouldn't even know what drug they had to go buy it. They wouldn't even know what high they're on. This makes zero sense to me. I cannot participate in this fear mongering bullshit. I'm like, you have to like, you don't have to like, just go think about it. But no, every Halloween I have to hear it, there's probably drugs or needles. There's needles. I'm like, you can Google, are there needles in kids candy? And it will say no,Billy Lahr 36:06  it happened once. So it must happen all the time.Lesley Logan 36:08  Happens all the time. There are people like, what are so anyways, I but I do think people don't want to challenge their thoughts, because we're because there is something comfortable about being complacent, you know. So I think it requires people to be ready to be challenged in that way and want something different. I think it's also really cool. You know, it's not easy to start or stop anything like some people can don't get started. Some people get started, but they never stop. And podcasts, y'all are hungry babies. My YouTube channel is a hungry baby, and it never grows up. It will never, it'll never produce its own content. It will always require people me to show up and be present, people to want to be on this podcast, people to listen to the podcast. It will always require those things. And so it's pretty like, it's a pretty challenging thing to make a decision like that, and then, like, figure out what you want to do from it. So I don't know. I think it's cool, you know, what you're doing, what you're exploring. I would love to know, what are you like, are you excited about anything right now? Do you have a new country on your plate? Like, what's coming up next for you, Billy?Billy Lahr 37:09  Yeah, so I'm current, like I said, I'm in I'm in Seoul right now, but I am heading to Kota Kinabalu in Malaysia. I have yet to be to Malaysia, and then I'm gonna go to Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur was on my original list four years ago, and then it just kind of fell to the wayside. So going there, and then I'm going back to Chiangmai, because I love Chiangmai. You know, if you're Pilates, you probably have a lot of people who are like yogis, that travel around, so come to Chiangmai, and if you're in Chiangmai in January and mid February, let's go take a class together at Yoga Ananda. Because Kru Nok is the single greatest yoga teacher in the history of yoga teachers. She has this presence about her, like it's, I'm almost like a teenage girl outside of TRL on Backstreet Boy day every time she walks into the room, because I'm just like, oh my god, oh my god, oh my god. And it's not she's strikingly beautiful, of course, but it's her presence, and it's the way that she leads the class where I'm just like it, I'm just so impressed with with just the way that she instructs and the way that she adjusts, and it's really impressive. So yogi's out there.Lesley Logan 38:31  How natural, I have to follow up with you because we do like Chiangmai. We were just there last a year ago, and we were there after the floods. And it's, it's a beautiful, beautiful place. We were in Chiang Rai before that, and I kind of like Chiangrai, but my husband Chiangrai, but my husband really liked Chiang Mai, so I feel like we'll probably be back in Chiangmai, but that's cool.Billy Lahr 38:47  Yeah, but then I'll be back, I'll be back in the States, in case anybody is like, you know, I actually want to, I want to, I want to meet this guy, or I want to be in the same time zone as this guy. I'll be back in the States in April, because my niece is getting married in May. If she wasn't getting married, I would have no intentions of coming back to the States. But, yeah, you know, I suppose I should be there for that I should be the funcle.Lesley Logan 39:07  Also, also, it'll be it's always good to, like, step back into the place that you came from just to kind of see how far you've gone. Like, you know what I mean? Like, it's easy. It's an easier way to look in the rear view mirror. We're gonna take a brief break and find out how more people can find you online, instead of running into in Chiangmai and your Be It Action Items. Lesley Logan 39:28  All right, Billy, where, so you're a mindfulness coach. Where can they connect with you, meet you, work with you on Zoom. What do you got?Billy Lahr 39:35  Yeah, if you want more from the podcast, you can go to www.mindfulmidlifecrisis.com and you can sign up for the Jumpstart Your Midlife Workbook, and you'll be part of my newsletter too. That way, you can hear all all the times that I talk about Lesley's show, and you can find out where I go. I talk about my travels in there as well. I kind of give recaps of life lessons from the past episodes in that newsletter as well. If you're curious about what I do, you can go to www.billylahr.com it's L-A-H-R. If you want to check that out, I have a YouTube you can check out those. And I'm rebranding all those, so they're gonna be all sort of clickbaity titles. In case you don't like my esoteric titles that I've been using in the past. You can follow me on Instagram, mindful_midlife_crisis and you can follow me on LinkedIn, Billy Lahr, yeah, come check me out. Say hi. Let me know if there were any takeaways from this episode, things that I said that you were like, oh, I really like that, or things that I said where you're like, dude, you're full of shit. Let's talk about it. Lesley Logan 40:42  I think that both are great, though both has strike wonderful, curious conversations. I also want to say, way to go, way to promote all the things look at you. Look at you, Billy.Billy Lahr 40:52  I mean, I invested in that stuff. I might as well, yes, I might as well talk about them. So, yeah, absolutelyLesley Logan 40:59  Okay, you've actually given us some great stuff, but we always do the always do the the I totally listen, but I still want action steps at the end, be it, bold, executable, intrinsic or targets that people can take to be it till they see it. What do you have for us? Billy Lahr 41:11  Yeah. So the first thing that I tell people is to figure out what are your strengths, right? So this whole idea we talked about, follow your passion is complete and utter nonsense, passion is not a starting point. Passion is a byproduct, and it is a byproduct of this formula. Remember, I like structures, so we're going to have formulas. So step one, figure out what you're good at. Where are your strengths? If you don't know, ask somebody. Take a personality profile test. I actually have one in the Jumpstart Your Midlife Workbook that you can take. That's what this whole the whole workbook is about. This, these steps right here. Secondly, what are you curious about, and how can you leverage those skills and those strengths to learn more? And then third, find a community, find people that you can connect with, all of that will help you identify your purpose. And then, if you want to turn purpose into passion, you just multiply that by consistency, discipline, patience and self-compassion. Everybody talks about the consistency and and the the discipline, nobody ever talks about, the patience and the self-compassion, you got to have those two. And then what you'll find is, oh, you figure out what it is that you're passionate about. To me, passion is something that you will do on the weekend for free because you enjoy it so much, don't monetize it. You don't have to monetize it. Just do it for you. Do it for fun. And if, over time, you've like, oh, okay, like, maybe, maybe I can make a little side hustle with this. Go for it. But then remember, it's no longer a passion, it's a job. So keep those things in mind and just follow those steps, especially those first three, those are the big three right there. And you'll it'll give your life a little bit more meaning, and it will help you stretch that comfort zone. Lesley Logan 43:12  Yeah. So good. Way to go. Thanks, Billy. This is so fun. Billy Lahr 43:18  Yeah, thank you for having me. Yeah, I've enjoyed it. Lesley Logan 43:19  Yeah, everyone. How are you gonna use these tips in your life? Let Billy know. Let the Be It Pod know and send this to a friend who needs to hear it. Send it to a complacent friend. Be their kickstart. It'll help them stretch their dough and until next time, Be It Till You See It. Lesley Logan 43:33  That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. One thing that would help both myself and future listeners is for you to rate the show and leave a review and follow or subscribe for free wherever you listen to your podcast. Also, make sure to introduce yourself over at the Be It Pod on Instagram. I would love to know more about you. Share this episode with whoever you think needs to hear it. Help us and others Be It Till You See It. Have an awesome day. Be It Till You See It is a production of The Bloom Podcast Network. If you want to leave us a message or a question that we might read on another episode, you can text us at +1-310-905-5534 or send a DM on Instagram @BeItPod.Brad Crowell 44:15  It's written, filmed, and recorded by your host, Lesley Logan, and me, Brad Crowell.Lesley Logan 44:20  It is transcribed, produced and edited by the epic team at Disenyo.co.Brad Crowell 44:24  Our theme music is by Ali at Apex Production Music and our branding by designer and artist, Gianfranco Cioffi.Lesley Logan 44:32  Special thanks to Melissa Solomon for creating our visuals.Brad Crowell 44:35  Also to Angelina Herico for adding all of our content to our website. And finally to Meridith Root for keeping us all on point and on time.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

VOV1 - Chính phủ Thái Lan đang triển khai các biện pháp khẩn cấp để đối phó với tình trạng cháy rừng và ô nhiễm bụi mịn PM2.5 ngày càng nghiêm trọng tại khu vực miền Bắc.Theo Bộ Nội vụ Thái Lan, tính đến chiều 4/4, ba tỉnh Chiang Mai, Lamphun và Phayao đã chính thức ban bố tình trạng hỗ trợ thảm họa khẩn cấp tại 17 huyện. Quyết định này cho phép các Tỉnh trưởng kích hoạt quỹ dự phòng ngân sách năm 2026 nhằm đẩy nhanh công tác cứu hỏa, hỗ trợ y tế và phục hồi địa phương.Trong khi đó, tỉnh Nan cũng ban hành lệnh khẩn cấp đóng cửa 9 khu rừng quốc gia tại các huyện Na Noi và Wiang Sa đến hết ngày 30/4. Người dân chỉ được phép vào khu vực nếu có giấy phép bằng văn bản từ lãnh đạo cộng đồng hoặc cơ quan kiểm lâm. Các hành vi vi phạm, đặc biệt đốt rừng và nương rẫy, sẽ bị xử phạt nghiêm khắc với mức án từ 1 đến 20 năm tù hoặc phạt tiền tối đa 200.000 baht (hơn 6.000 USD).Miền Bắc Thái Lan hiện đối mặt với khủng hoảng khói mù nghiêm trọng nhất trong nhiều năm, chủ yếu do đốt phụ phẩm nông nghiệp và cháy rừng. Địa hình đồi núi khiến khói bụi bị giữ lại, gây khó khăn cho công tác chữa cháy. Tại Chiang Mai – đô thị lớn thứ hai của Thái Lan – hệ thống IQAir liên tục xếp thành phố vào nhóm ô nhiễm nhất thế giới. Ở thị trấn du lịch Pai (Mae Hong Son), nồng độ PM2.5 có thời điểm vượt 900 µg/m³, cao gấp 60 lần khuyến nghị của Tổ chức Y tế Thế giới (WHO). Loại hạt siêu nhỏ này có thể xâm nhập sâu vào phổi, đi vào máu, làm tăng nguy cơ bệnh tim mạch, hô hấp và ung thư.Khói bụi không chỉ khiến số ca bệnh hô hấp tăng vọt mà còn ảnh hưởng nặng nề đến ngành du lịch ngay trước kỳ lễ Songkran. Để bảo vệ người dân, chính quyền đã triển khai hàng trăm “phòng không bụi” với hệ thống lọc không khí, đặc biệt tại các cơ sở chăm sóc người cao tuổi. Tuy nhiên, các tổ chức môi trường cho rằng biện pháp hiện tại chưa đủ, đồng thời kêu gọi Chính phủ sớm thông qua Dự luật Không khí sạch vốn đang bị đình trệ. Nếu không được thông qua trước thời điểm giữa tháng 5, dự luật sẽ phải khởi động lại từ đầu.Theo Bộ Y tế công cộng Thái Lan, bụi mịn PM2.5 đã ở ngưỡng cảnh báo đỏ tại 9 tỉnh gồm Nan, Phayao, Lampang, Lamphun, Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Phrae, Mae Hong Son và Nakhon Phanom; cùng ngưỡng cam tại 28 tỉnh khác. Giới chức khuyến cáo người dân hạn chế ra ngoài, đeo khẩu trang và chủ động các biện pháp bảo vệ sức khỏe, trong bối cảnh chất lượng không khí dự báo còn tiếp tục xấu trong những ngày tới.VOV-BangkokCháy rừng ở miền Bắc Thái Lan. Ảnh: The Nation

À Chiang Rai, ils visitent le célèbre temple blanc, puis le temple bleu, avant de terminer la journée dans un night market animé. Les derniers jours du voyage se passent à Phuket, dans un hôtel très confortable… mais dans une ambiance très différente du reste du séjour.Pour écouter l'épisode en entierEntre îles du sud et montagnes du nord, le voyage en famille de Marie-----------Si l'épisode vous a plu, laissez-moi une note 5 ⭐️ ou un commentaire sur Apple Podcasts ou Spotify

Aujourd'hui, je vous emmène en Thaïlande avec Marie, Frédéric et leurs trois filles de 15, 10 et 3 ans. Chez eux, on réserve parfois les billets un peu tard, on ajuste l'itinéraire au dernier moment, et on préfère garder de la souplesse plutôt que de tout cadrer.Ils sont partis trois semaines en juillet, avec un parcours qui mêle mer et montagnes : arrivée à Phuket, une pause à Khao Lak, puis les îles avec Koh Phi Phi et Koh Lanta, avant de rejoindre Krabi. Le voyage se poursuit ensuite dans le nord du pays, à Chiang Mai et Chiang Rai, entre temples, villes animées et paysages verdoyants, avant un retour à Phuket pour terminer le séjour. Entre les plages de sable clair, les trajets en bateau d'île en île et les changements de décor entre le sud et le nord du pays, les filles ont vécu la Thaïlande comme une grande aventure à ciel ouvert.Si voyager en famille sans planning figé vous rassure plus que ça ne vous inquiète, vous allez aimer cet épisode.-----------Si l'épisode vous a plu, laissez-moi une note 5 ⭐️ ou un commentaire sur Apple Podcasts ou Spotify

Simona Gavalcová na svojich cestách rada vyhľadáva autentické zážitky a jedinečné udalosti. Do severného Thajska ju prilákal Yi Peng Festival – festival svetiel, ktorý každoročne priťahuje čoraz viac návštevníkov z celého sveta. Spolu so Simonou zažijeme čarovnú atmosféru lietajúcich lampiónov, no zároveň sa pozrieme aj do zákulisia a odhalíme detaily, ktoré nám instagram neukáže. Našu cestu začneme na tradičnom vidieku v okolí miest Chiang Mai a Chiang Rai, kde Simona spoznávala miestne kmene, ich kultúru a život v meniacom sa svete.

VOV1 - Bắt đầu từ ngày 20/06, hành khách quốc tế khởi hành từ các cửa ngõ hàng không trọng điểm của Thái Lan sẽ phải chi trả mức phí dịch vụ tăng vọt. Đây là một phần trong chiến lược tái cấu trúc tài chính và nâng cấp hạ tầng quy mô lớn của Tổng công ty Sân bay Thái Lan (AOT).Theo thông báo mới nhất, mức phí dịch vụ hành khách quốc tế sẽ được điều chỉnh từ 730 Baht lên 1.120 Baht/người (39 USD/người), tương ứng mức tăng 53%. Quyết định này được áp dụng đồng bộ tại 6 sân bay chủ chốt thuộc quyền quản lý của AOT bao gồm: Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, Phuket, Hat Yai, Chiang Mai và Chiang Rai. Trong khi đó, phí dành cho hành khách nội địa vẫn được giữ nguyên ở mức 130 Baht (4,2 USD).Đại diện AOT, bà Paweena Jariyathitipong, cho biết lộ trình tăng phí này đã được Hội đồng Hàng không Dân dụng phê duyệt từ cuối năm 2025. Dự kiến, việc điều chỉnh sẽ mang về thêm khoảng 13 tỷ Baht doanh thu trong năm tài chính 2027. Nguồn vốn này được ấn định làm vốn đầu tư cho các dự án hạ tầng chiến lược, tiêu biểu là Nhà ga phía Nam tại sân bay Suvarnabhumi với tổng giá trị hơn 200 tỷ Baht (6,5 triệu USD), nhằm hiện đại hóa cấu trúc chi phí và giảm sự phụ thuộc vào các khoản vay nợ.Mặc dù AOT khẳng định việc tăng phí là cần thiết để củng cố khả năng tài chính, nhưng quyết định này đang vấp phải nhiều hoài nghi về tính tương quan giữa giá thành và chất lượng dịch vụ. Sau khi điều chỉnh, mức phí tại sân bay Suvarnabhumi sẽ cao hơn đáng kể so với các "hub" hàng không hàng đầu thế giới như Tokyo Haneda (600 Baht), Hong Kong (800 Baht) hay Seoul Incheon (370 Baht). Điều đáng nói là sân bay Suvarnabhumi hiện chỉ xếp thứ 39 trên bảng xếp hạng sân bay toàn cầu của Skytrax, thấp hơn so với các sân bay lớn nêu trên.Bên cạnh đó, các chuyên gia phân tích cảnh báo mức tăng phí dịch vụ hành khách (Passenger Service Charge – PSC) sẽ trực tiếp đẩy giá vé của các chặng bay giá rẻ lên thêm 7-10%. Điều này làm dấy lên lo ngại Thái Lan có thể mất dần lợi thế cạnh tranh về giá so với các điểm đến lân cận trong khu vực./.VOV Thái LanSân bay quốc tế Suvarnabhumi, Bangkok, Thái Lan. Ảnh: Ngọc Diệp

Today we'll be talking about a violent clash between Thai's and Taiwanese at a Chiang Rai landmark, serious allegations against a police officer involving a minor, and a shocking attack on a homeless man, but don't worry, feel good news is on the way at the end to send you off into your weekend.

A crisis doesn't have to break your church or organization. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Mark Rutland, Executive Director of the National Institute of Leadership and founder of Global Servants, joins Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com to share hard-earned insights on leading through crisis, turnaround leadership, and building a lasting leadership legacy. Drawing from firsthand experience in crisis management at Southeastern University, Calvary Church, and Oral Roberts University, Dr. Rutland explains why crisis isn't always about scandal—and why vision, systems analysis, and truth-telling are essential for renewal and growth.

We were late to the Trump blowing Bubba email news so we had to find something no one else is talking about: how our stupid government is destroying our beloved penny and keeping the loathsome nickel Notes: They're Killing the Penny, Podcaster DESTROYS the Nickel, Heroes Don't Do That, Famichiki Sando, The Second Rally to Restore Sanity, A&W vs Bevtaster Bad-cans: Whoever Nibs We Gulp, He Will Never Grow the Fungus, We gotta get Watto scanned, Open Sores Code, The People's Pizza, Lady Speeds to Pizza Portal, The Music They/Them, Wacky Dominos Vehicles, Blowing Bubba, Skull Face Labubu, TikTok Swimmers Kit, Chuckster Wendig, The Ghostly Scarecrow of Chiang Rai, Burgoo with the Goblins, General Monster

The conversation explores how cybersecurity is integral to space operations, drawing parallels with traditional air defense strategies. Blount discusses the historical context of cybersecurity in space, the role of international law, and the challenges posed by non-state actors. He emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to cybersecurity that includes both space-based and terrestrial components, and the importance of international cooperation in addressing these challenges.Blount warns of the increasing threats from cyber-attacks on space assets and the need for robust legal frameworks to ensure accountability and security. He calls for the development of comprehensive cybersecurity strategies that integrate space and cyberspace, ensuring resilience against a wide range of threats.How can nations protect their space assets from cyber threats? What role does international law play in governing space cybersecurity? How should countries collaborate to enhance global space security?Episode ContributorsP. J. Blount is assistant professor of space law at Durham University. He is also a visiting scholar at Mae Fah Luang University in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Previously, he served as a Lecturer in Law at Cardiff University, an adjunct professor for the LL.M. in the Air and Space Law at the University of Mississippi School of Law, a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Luxembourg, an adjunct professor at Montclair State University, and a Visiting Scholar at the Beijing Institute of Technology School of Law. Tejas Bharadwaj is a senior research analyst with the Technology and Society Program at Carnegie India. He focuses on space law and policies and also works on areas related to AI in military domain, Defence tech and Cybersecurity.  Every two weeks, Interpreting India brings you diverse voices from India and around the world to explore the critical questions shaping the nation's future. We delve into how technology, the economy, and foreign policy intertwine to influence India's relationship with the global stage.As a Carnegie India production, hosted by Carnegie scholars, Interpreting India, a Carnegie India production, provides insightful perspectives and cutting-edge by tackling the defining questions that chart India's course through the next decade.Stay tuned for thought-provoking discussions, expert insights, and a deeper understanding of India's place in the world.Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review to join the conversation and be part of Interpreting India's journey.

In this episode of The Healers Café, Manon Bolliger, FCAH, RBHT (facilitator and retired naturopath with 30+ years of practice) speaks to Tania Ho, an intuitive soul guide from Hong Kong now in Chiang Rai, Thailand, discusses her journey from grief to healing, leading to her role as a retreat center manager and intuitive guide. She emphasizes the importance of intuition, describing it as a gateway to the soul and a crucial sense that can be trained through meditation. For the transcript and full story go to: https://www.drmanonbolliger.com/tania-ho           Highlights from today's episode include: Tania explains the importance of practitioners working on themselves and not putting teachers or healers on a pedestal, as everyone is human and must walk their own talk ([0:03:39]). Tania's says “Intuition is a unique sense that connects us to our soul and the universe, and practicing meditation helps cultivate and distinguish intuition from ordinary thoughts”. Manon explains Society often places experts on pedestals, but true alignment in healing comes from questioning, doing one's own research, and ensuring practitioners stay true to their values—even in challenging times.   ABOUT TANIA HO Tania serves as an intuitive soul guide to help you find clarity and inspiration in your next step. Through oracle readings, meditation, intuition development, cacao medicine, energy tools, and more, she guides you to bring your heart, mind and soul back into harmony. Originally from Hong Kong, Tania now makes her home in Chiang Rai, Thailand, with her family as the founder and owner of Museflower Retreat & Spa since 2014, an all-inclusive vegetarian wellness retreat center and spa offering yoga, meditation, spa and soulful retreats. She is also the podcast host of “Embrace Your Sacred Nature”, a soulful, bite-sized podcast offering nourishing wellness practices, energy tools, and heartfelt real-life stories to help you embrace your unique, magical nature. Core purpose/passion: I believe that my role as an intuitive soul guide is to open the door and show people the way to reconnect with their heart, soul and the Divine Spirit.  Museflowerretreat.com | Instagram | YouTube | taniaho.me   ABOUT MANON BOLLIGER, FCAH, RBHT  As a de-registered (2021) board-certified naturopathic physician & in practice since 1992, I've seen an average of 150 patients per week and have helped people ranging from rural farmers in Nova Scotia to stressed out CEOs in Toronto to tri-athletes here in Vancouver.  My resolve to educate, empower and engage people to take charge of their own health is evident in my best-selling books:  'What Patients Don't Say if Doctors Don't Ask: The Mindful Patient-Doctor Relationship' and 'A Healer in Every Household: Simple Solutions for Stress'.  I also teach BowenFirst™ Therapy through and hold transformational workshops to achieve these goals. So, when I share with you that LISTENING to Your body is a game changer in the healing process, I am speaking from expertise and direct experience". Manon's Mission: A Healer in Every Household!  For more great information to go to her weekly blog:  http://bowencollege.com/blog.  For tips on health & healing go to: https://www.drmanonbolliger.com/tips  Follow Manon on Social – Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Twitter | Linktr.ee | Rumble   ABOUT THE HEALERS CAFÉ:  Manon's show is the #1 show for medical practitioners and holistic healers to have heart to heart conversations about their day to day lives.  Subscribe and review on your favourite platform: iTunes | Google Play | Spotify | Libsyn | iHeartRadio | Gaana | The Healers Cafe | Radio.com | Medioq | Follow The Healers Café on FB: https://www.facebook.com/thehealerscafe   Remember to subscribe if you like our videos. Click the bell if you want to be one of the first people notified of a new release. * De-Registered, revoked & retired naturopathic physician after 30 years of practice in healthcare. Now resourceful & resolved to share with you all the tools to take care of your health & vitality!

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In this heartfelt episode of 5 Minutes of Peace, we welcome Tania Ho, intuitive soul guide, meditation teacher, and founder of Muse Flower Retreat and Spa in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Tania shares a gentle yet powerful reflection on the role of intention in our daily lives—inviting us to examine whether our choices are guided by love or fear.She explores how the same action can create entirely different outcomes depending on the intention behind it, using a relatable example from yoga practice. Tania also opens up about a recent personal experience around her birthday that helped her shift from regret to gratitude, simply by asking herself what she could be proud of.This episode reminds us that when we align our intentions with love, we create space for healing, growth, and joy—and set the tone for more conscious living.To learn more about Tania's work and upcoming retreats, visit: www.museflowerretreat.com5 Minutes of Peace is produced by The Peace Room, a Reiki treatment and training center based in Boise, Idaho. Learn more at www.thepeaceroom.love

Branding isn't just logos and fonts—it's your energy, your story, and your “why”. In this recap, Lesley and Brad explore how aligning with your purpose and showing up consistently is the secret sauce to building a magnetic brand that truly connects. With insights on storytelling, clarity, and emotional connection, this episode is packed with real talk for business owners ready to attract aligned clients and stand out from the noise. If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co.And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe.In this episode you will learn about:Why how your brand makes people feel matters more than what you sell.Why aligning your mindset with your message attracts the right clients.Why consistency—not perfection—builds trust and connection.How storytelling drives emotional engagement with your brand.Why your brand should start with your “why,” not your “what”.Episode References/Links:OPC Summer Tour - https://opc.me/eventsUK Mullet Tour - https://opc.me/ukeLevate Workout and Q&A - https://lesleylogan.co/elevatewaitlistPilates Studio Growth Accelerator - https://prfit.biz/acceleratorCambodia October 2025 Waitlist - https://crowsnestretreats.comEp. 57: Hilary Hartling - https://beitpod.com/hilaryhartlingHilary Hartling Website - https://hilaryhartling.comHilary Hartling Instagram - https://instagram.com/hilaryhartlingBrand Vision Meditation - https://beitpod.com/brandvisionmeditation If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox. https://lovethepodcast.com/BITYSIDEALS! 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I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started. Lesley Logan 0:48  Welcome back to the Be It Till You See It interview recap where my co-host in life, Brad, and I are going to dig into the clarifying convo I had with Hilary Hartling in our last episode. If you haven't yet listened to the interview, feel free to pause this, listen to that one, then come back and listen to this one, or listen to this one and then go see if you like the same takeaways we liked. You can do whatever order you want. It's quite fun. Brad Crowell 1:12  Hilary is amazing. Lesley Logan 1:13  I just fucking love her. Brad Crowell 1:14  Yeah. And honestly. Lesley Logan 1:15  You are, if you, if you, we'll get into it in a second, but just like if you to stop, pass and go in this moment on of this episode, you should go, if you have a business, you have to, well, if people just want to stop listening, they could go. They just need to know this real quick before they stop listening, which now they probably stopped. But if they have, they're still here, you have your own business, you have to, like, work with Hilary at some point,like, she's just a fucking badass. And she's, like, so humble about it. Like a hundred box office situation. We'll get to that in a second.Brad Crowell 1:46  It was just 70 something, 75, you know, top box office movie releases, and she basically did the messaging for the marketing team. Lesley Logan 1:55  Yeah, actually she's a bad ass. Brad Crowell 1:56  Kicking ass. Lesley Logan 1:57  Today is May 22nd 2025 and it's Harvey Milk Day. On May 22nd, we honor the life and legacy of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay politician in California and a leader of the American Civil Rights Movement. Time magazine included Harvey Milk on a list titled The 100 Most Important People in the 20th Century. Milk was not only an advocate for the LGBT community, but all for all minorities. He believed in safe, strong neighborhoods and supported public education, affordable child care and equal rights for all. Just right there, we have more to go, but it pisses me off he's fucking dead, because just imagine if he'd lived longer, we probably would have had all those things a lot sooner. But anyway. Brad Crowell 2:33  And this was 1978, we are almost 50 years later and still fighting for the same goddamn things. Lesley Logan 2:40  Sometimes some of us are fighting for the ones we had already. Elected to the position of city supervisor in San Francisco, he held office for one year before his life was tragically cut short in 1978 by a political rival who opposed Milk's liberal views. Harvey Milk's contributions to the cause of equality for all people has been recognized in a number of ways, including the issuance of a stamp with his picture on it, the posthumanist award of the Medal of Freedom and the creation of a holiday in his memory. Harvey Milk Day was officially established as a holiday in 2009 when Arnold Schwarzenegger, then the, then governor of California, signed it into law. Although Milk died, his work continues today through the work of the Harvey Milk Foundation, founded by his nephew, Stuart Milk, in honor of his uncle. I just want to say, if you actually want to go even deeper on this, there's a great movie, I believe, with Sean Penn. And then if you also want to know more, you should listen to the You're Wrong About episode about the Twinkie defense, because the man who murdered him used the Twinkie defense to not have the death penalty. And so I just w ant, like, it's a really, it's also.Brad Crowell 3:49  The Twinkie defense was basically that processed foods and sugar jacked him up to the point where he committed murder. That's just, like, high level summary of it. Lesley Logan 3:58  And side note, I just listened to an entire podcast where there's a scientist who's actually trying to prove that processed food is changing people's minds, and they're actually discovering not in the way that we think. Anyways. I mean, I'm a little upset about it, mostly because I just hate when amazing people are murdered and then other assholes find an asshole way to get away from it. So go learn about Harvey Milk and on this day and do something in your community that can support those in the LGBTQ DEI communities because they need your help. They need people to stand up, people like you. Lesley Logan 4:28  Okay, you guys, we literally just announced Summer Tour. We just did it. Actually it was about a week ago. So tickets have been selling really fast. Brad Crowell 4:37  Like super fast. Lesley Logan 4:38  And here's the deal. Our winter tour, we had several cities sold out in 24 hours, and a ton of cities sold out in the first week. So if you if this is the first time you're hearing about the Summer Tour. Brad Crowell 4:47  Lo Santo, get on it. Lesley Logan 4:48  Yeah, run. Don't walk to opc.me/events and snag a spot. We're doing west coast. We're also, holy fucking moly, going into Canada. And because of all the shenanigans going on, we are filling out intense paperworks, paying lots of money to get our van and our cute dog across the border so we can teach in three cities in Canada. Brad Crowell 5:11  And ourselves. Lesley Logan 5:12  And ourselves. Yes, yes. Brad Crowell 5:13  All the paperwork, all the paperwork, all. Lesley Logan 5:16  There's a lot. So we want to see you. We especially want to see you in Canada. So get your, get your classes, too. One or two, Canadians. Maybe come to two of them. So opc.me/events. The Mullet Tour is our business in the front Pilates in the back, two day event. It is in the U.K., and it is at opc.me/uk. We have a Leeds location and an Essex location. By the time we're recording this, Leeds has four spots left, and Essex is half sold out. So here's the deal. Probably you're looking at Essex only, but just go and look and see. Space is super limited in both and you don't have to be a Pilates teacher to go. Just be a Pilates lover, especially in Essex, the two business, in air quotes, workshops are actually life workshops, and so they're super, super fun. Lesley Logan 6:04  And then I am hosting an eLevate workout and Q&A really soon, it's going to be this summer. So if you've been hearing about eLevate, you're not really sure, if you're a teacher, comprehensively trained teacher, and you would like to teach a little bit more like me and have less talking in your words. Or if you want to have more confidence, what, you explain it, you're looking at me like I'm making shit up.Brad Crowell 6:29  I'm super laughing at you. Yes, you would be teaching more like Lesley, but that's not. Lesley Logan 6:33  You'll still teach like you. Brad Crowell 6:34  The reality, the reality is that Lesley learned what from Jay Grimes for about 10 years. More than 10 years, she's passing on everything she learned to you during this program. It's a nine-month program. It is going to cover all the different pieces of equipment and literally hundreds of exercises that Lesley has learned. And also we're going to connect you with some other amazing, epic, epic, epic Pilates people from around the world during this program. Literally, you've had people find their new best friend they never knew they they didn't have. So. Lesley Logan 7:06  It's really quite fun. Brad Crowell 7:07  It's super, super cool. And then after that, you'll be able to call yourself a third generation teacher. You'll actually understand what to do with anybody that walks through the door. You can stop class planning. You can stop talking as much while, while you're teaching. I don't know why we pick up these habits along the way. Not that I'm a teacher, but it is the biggest confidence booster. That's the biggest feedback we get, is the amount of confidence that's boosted. So anyway, eLevate is awesome. And literally, we've already started filling 2026's group. So.Lesley Logan 7:34  2026 is more than half filled. Brad Crowell 7:36  Yes, literally, more than half filled. And there's not going to be that many spots. So join this waitlist now, when we do this big event, we're gonna do a class, we're all gonna hang out, we can answer questions about it. Is it the right thing for you? Is the timing right? All those kinds of things, you know, how does it all work? Everything. Go to lesleylogan.co/elevatewaitlist, elevate waitlist. Okay?Lesley Logan 7:56  And next, Brad, what else do we have? Brad Crowell 7:58  Yeah, hey, if you are making money by teaching Pilates in any way, I want you to come to my free Pilates income accelerator, okay, it's an income accelerator, so it's applicable to anybody who's taking money from clients, okay, or getting paid as a teacher, and you're eventually hoping to take clients at home or somewhere else, or whatever. This program has been incredibly beneficial to I mean, I've been doing similar webinar now, workshop now for, like, more than almost a year, and we're going to be covering the three biggest secrets that Lesley and I have learned after coaching more than 2500 people just like you, who are teaching people and getting paid for it. So I want, if you want to accelerate your income with Pilates, go to prfit.biz/accelerator. That's profit without the O dot biz slash accelerator and come join me for free. It's really great. So, finally, Les, what are we doing? Lesley Logan 8:52  Lastly, but not leastly, you need to come to our retreat this summer in Siem Reap. You need to come. crowsnestretreats.com is where you can get the information. But, I'm telling you, we have a lot of people like, oh, I'm gonna go next one. I'm gonna go to the next one. There is never a perfect year to take yourself on an international trip. Everything feels overwhelming. And I promise you, I promise you, this retreat is the least overwhelming thing you'll ever do, because once you land on that at the airport in Siem Reap, we pick you up. We have someone who takes care of you. You don't have to worry about anything. The whole trip is planned. We actually make sure you get to see all the things that people want to see, all the things people didn't know they should see, all the, all of the things. It is the most amazing schedule of a retreat ever. And we get to hang out together in this really close-knit group. We're like a family. If you really want to hang out with me in person, the best thing you can do is go on a retreat, because you literally get to hang out with me all day, every day, and we do Pilates, and we do breath work, and we do a ton of other stuff. So it's kind of amazing. Brad Crowell 9:47  You know? So, okay, so we were in Thailand. We were in Northern Thailand, and we went to Chiang Rai, and while we were there, we did a tour. Now, I am averse to tours. That's not my jam. I prefer to figure it out on my own. I want to walk around the city by myself and just like experience the city and feel it. And the reality is that I was feeling overwhelmed, and I knew this vacation was coming, and I was really looking forward to the vacation, but I ran out of time to literally learn all the cool potential things that I might want to do in Chiang Rai and then weigh them against each other and check our schedule and map out my own plan, which is what I normally love to do. I love to get my hands dirty. Lesley Logan 10:29  That's why we do these tours, guys, because he plans every part. Brad Crowell 10:32  So yeah, it was so much to try to comprehend with just whatever was happening in my life that we asked around and we found a tour group that we could go with that effectively planned out an entire day. We did like, eight or 10 things, and I'm not gonna lie, it was fucking long, but it was really nice, because we had someone who could explain what was actually going on. Then we would stop at the place for an hour, we walk around and check it out, and come back and and I, for the first time in my life, since I was like, 18, because that's the last time I did that kind of a thing. I was like, You know what? This is really helpful. You know why? Because I didn't have to plan the damn thing. So that is exactly what Cambodia is for you. You don't have to plan it.Lesley Logan 11:09  Our Cambodia, specifically. Brad Crowell 11:11  Yeah, when you come to the retreat with us, you don't have to plan anything. We literally take care of all of it for you. And I'll tell you right now it is, we have now done, Lesley and I have led over 20 retreats, 21 retreats over the years, not all in Cambodia, but we are really good at what we do now, because we've just got so many reps under our belt. We now have mapped out this specific Cambodia retreat in a way that is just, it's like butter, it's amazing, and I'm so proud of it. And I'm telling you, you're going to get there and be like, I felt like I had enough free time. I got a chance to do some adventure stuff. I still felt safe. I ate amazing food. I met cool people. There's something exciting about being in another city, in another country, and all the things, and we really want you to come join us. So, do that. Go to crowesnestretreats.com crowsnestretreats.com. Before we keep going, though, Les, we had an audience question, and this time we're gonna switch it. You're gonna read the question. Lesley Logan 12:07  I'm reading it. So this is actually so what we thought to just mix it up for this week. If you hear about Agency and you hear about the Lesley bot, or the pocket Lesley, or whatever we're calling it right now, you might be like, I don't understand what that means, because you can't see it. Brad Crowell 12:21  Agency is Profitable Pilates, y'all, so our coaching group where we coach Pilates business instructors, yeah. Lesley Logan 12:27  Yeah. So I thought it'd be fun. I'm going to keep their name anonymous, because I, that would be the right thing to do, but we had somebody ask the pocket Lesley. This person also lives in a different country, so when this came in, technically, I was, like, very much asleep. And so this is so fun for me to see, because I actually do read what comes through, mostly what's alerted, but also i'll just like, you know, just like, out of quality control and curiosity, I'll go through some of the others and to see if I'm like, I like that answer. So this person wrote, they're an Agency member, and they put into the Pocket Lesley, hi, Lesley, how can I get private clients for one-on-one sessions? And Pocket Lesley wrote back right away, by the way, she's so fucking quick and her grammar is better than mine. To attract private clients for one-on-one sessions, the key is to combine clarity in your offerings with proactive outreach. Here's how you can get started. One, refine your message. Make sure your website and social media clearly communicate who you are as an instructor, and the benefits of private sessions with you. High level, it makes you unique, whether it's your expertise in a specific area, like posts where you have Pilates, or your ability to tailor sessions to individual goals. If your messaging is too broad, it won't resonate with your ideal clients. And then the Lesley, pocket Lesley cited two sources in Profitable Pilates that's in the curriculum or elsewhere, so that this person could actually go dig into just refining your message. Number two, leverage, current clients. Your existing clients are your best marketers. Ask them to refer friends or family who might benefit from private sessions. You could even offer an incentive, like an intro session for the referer or for the new client. That one also has sources. Number three, network locally. During your downtime, visit local businesses, introduce yourself. For example, if you teach near a coffee shop or gym, strike up conversation with people there. Share what you do and invite them to try a session. Building relationships in your community can lead to valuable referrals, more sources cited within your Profitable Pilates curriculum and community. Literally, I know you're like, I'm shy. I don't care if you're shy, you are the person who's gonna help people, okay? Number four, partner with complimentary businesses. Think about where your ideal clients spend their time. Partner with businesses like physical therapy clinics, yoga studios or even golf courses. Offer special promotion for their clients, like an introductory private session. This not only gets your name out, but also positions you as a trusted expert. Also more sources on that. Number five, this is the last one, optimize your online presence and show you're easily found online. If someone searches Pilates in your area, your website should be near the top of the results. Simple SEO tweaks can make a big difference. If this feels overwhelming, I can guide you further. It also cites a source. Which takes you to a course that's in your curriculum that you have access to as an Agency member, which helps you write copy that converts. So, you know, like all of that's her. Then she goes on to ask her more stuff. And this person was able to have, continue to have a conversation. But I share that with you because I think it's really like, you're like, I don't know, I don't know how, like, I don't want to talk to like, not Lesley. You were literally talking to me. It's just, it's an AI version of me who's been trained on 10 million of my words over 10 years of coaching calls and courses and webinars. Oh, my God, so many things. Brad Crowell 15:33  Like, so much content. Lesley Logan 15:34  And so what's really cool is you don't have to wait for my response, because if you wait, then you have to wait for my response, and then you could lose two days or three days, you could been working on getting, attracting those one-on-one clients. So I hope it was fun to kind of hear what's happening behind the scenes with the Pocket Lesley, if you are an Agency member, obviously we love answering your questions, so you can just send them in. But I wanted to just override that this is.Brad Crowell 15:58  Yeah, I love that. And if you're wondering what the heck is Agency? Come to the Accelerator that I was talking about, the income accelerator, prfit.biz/accelerator. But at the end of that, we talk about what is Agency. And then I also answer your questions live. So any question about your business there, we can talk about it, but we can also, you know, dig in a little bit more on what is the Pocket LL, and how does it all work. It's really fun. Lesley Logan 16:19  So you don't have to be tech savvy to use her. It's like texting with a friend, and that friend just happens to be really smart around your business. Brad Crowell 16:27  That's true. Stick around, we'll be right back. We're gonna dig into this epic conversation that you just have with Hilary Hartling in just a minute. Brad Crowell 16:36  Welcome back, everybody. Let's talk about Hilary Hartling. Hilary is a brand and messaging strategist for mission-driven entrepreneurs who want to captivate the right clients with clarity and confidence. With 15 years of experience at Disney as a marketing executive, Hilary blends big brand insights with soul-aligned strategy to help business owners stand out. Through her signature programs, she helps clients find their voice and embody their purpose and create a brand that's both impactful and magnetic. And I think she still may hold the record for the most webinars for our coaching group. Lesley Logan 17:13  I think so. Brad Crowell 17:14  She might be tied with Monica, four, five. Lesley Logan 17:18  I feel like we've had Hilary one more time than Monica, but I learned from her every single time. Her last one was the best one. She's just, she's gold. You know, we've always talked about having an ideal client avatar. You hear that all the time, and she's like, they need to be a real person. And so it's an ideal real person client avatar, and she's just, she teaches so much, and she's really, truly great, no matter how big your business is. So one of the things that I love, that she said, is every brand has an energy to it. Every business owner has an energy, and that is what radiates out. She explained that when you harness your own energy and articulate your most authentic self, that's when you captivate your audience. And she called it a reciprocal energy flow, where what you put out is what you attract back. And this is important. This is and I have experienced this in my life, the minds and beliefs you have around your brand reflect in your audience response. If you were feeling like shit about your business. And then you wonder, when everyone's piling on and making your, you feel like more shit. It's because that's what you're putting out. You know, like, that's what you're putting out there. And so she emphasized that brand energy isn't about features, but how people feel when they engage with your business. So a lot of times, you get really excited about the features and all the different things that your business does, but you're not actually talking about how people are going to feel. Brad Crowell 18:34  Yeah. 100% this is the most clear example. Hey, y'all Pilates class starts at six, right? That's the messaging. Instead of, hey, you know, when you take a class here, you're going to feel amazing, right? Way different thing, like, Pilates class starts at six. Do I even want to go? Who are you? What's in it for me? Why? Okay, great. I know Pilates, but that's not compelling enough. Whereas it's like, oh, you know a place where you'll find Zen, community and energy, you know, like something like that, when you're, when you're when you're painting the picture of what they're, they're gonna get, what they're gonna feel when they engage with you. It's totally different. Lesley Logan 19:12  Go from exhausted to on fire, you know, like or whatever, and you but you have to use the words and the feelings that your people want. They might not want to feel like a rock star. They might want to feel Zen, or they might not want to feel Zen, that word might make him feel tired, so like you got to know them a bit. But I just really love that she brought it back to us as the business owner. We have to focus on how our mindset is around our business, so that we are actually attracting the people we really want to engage with.Brad Crowell 19:38  Yeah, I really loved when she was talking about consistency. She said it's one of the pieces that creates the magic for your brand. Consistency is one of the pieces that creates magic for your brand. She explained that not everyone is consistent, and obviously that is your edge. Just keep putting one's foot in front of the other, one step at a time. Keep going. Keep going. Keep going. You know, we've talked about the overnight success thing before, which we, is obviously hilarious. You're a 10-year overnight success. But how did they do that? They did that because they just maintained they were consistent. Also, when you're consistent, one of the big pluses is that you stay in front of your audience. You stay at the top of their mind. You're putting out that email like daily emails have the least unsubscribes, right? Daily, weekly, if you're monthly, that doesn't feel consistent, even though you know you're just sending one a month, they're gonna look at and be like, who's that person again? I can't remember. When you're top of mind, people immediately think of you. It's one of the ways that you can be, quote-unquote, become known, but on your own list, right? You're staying known in their lives, wherever they are, as opposed to getting known in your community, which is obviously just as important. It's just that's in real life, out and about where this is, like the newsletter examples on your list, but when people are ready to buy they're going to be like, oh yeah, I wanted to do that Pilates thing, and they're going to be like, oh well, I've been following such and such Pilates person, and I'll just go back and get the most recent email, because they know where it is, right? And she said that showing up, you don't need to be like a rocket scientist or like the the most prolific Pilates teacher in the world in order to build a business, because when you're consistent, you don't have to be this big, flashy speaker, this big person in front of the room all the time to get people's attention. Just by being consistent, you can, you can stay connected to them. So, yeah, I love that. I thought that was amazing. Lesley Logan 21:28  Yeah. I just, I mean everything. If you, if you're listening to this and you haven't listened to her, you should go listen to her. And you have to listen to her, her other one with us, because, like, it's kind of amazing. They're different, and they build on each other, and you'll see exactly how consistent she is and like what she believes. Brad Crowell 21:45  Yep. All right, well, stick around. We'll be right back. We're going to dig into those, be it action items that we got from Hillary in just a minute. Brad Crowell 21:53  All right, welcome back. Let's talk about those Be It Action Items. What bold, executable, intrinsic or targeted action items can we take away from your convo with Hilary Hartling, I'm going to jump in first. She echoed Simon Sinek, and she said, people don't buy what you do. They buy why you do it, right? They don't buy what you do. They buy why you do it. So if they are buying, why you do it, but you're talking about what you do, you're missing it. You're disconnected from them, right? You need to be talking about why you do it, or why they should be doing it, the why. It's all about the why, right? Your brand needs to express what you believe in, not just what you sell features, you know, and the features or the process, right? So that's where, when we are sitting down with new people to figure out, who am I supposed to be talking to, we start internally first. What is your mission here? What is your vision for your business? What is your mission? Why are you doing this? Why, why, why are you doing this? Right? What are your values? How do we figure those things out? And then who are we trying to connect to that's probably going to really resonate with those things. The language that you use when you're out there talking to people is the secret sauce, y'all, in marketing. It's all about the language you use. How do we figure out that language? We got to figure out these other things first. What is your mission, vision, values? Who is it that you're trying to talk to? What are the things that they connect with? How do we take all of that information and then boil that down into your we call it an I help statement. You know, it's like an elevator pitch. It's like, how do you concisely say something but still make it attractive to them? So you know, it really does start with your why. She talked about the Disney story about marketing the movie called The Rookie. She's like, it's not just a baseball movie, right? Even though, clearly it's about baseball, she said it's actually a story about second chances and never giving up, right? Consistency, tenacity, determination, all those kinds of things. It happens to be surrounded by baseball. But the story is actually about, you know, the success of after being consistent, right? And she said, when you, when you start to identify these things, let's make the parallel. It's not about baseball. It means it's not about the Pilates. It's not about the Pilates. Y'all. It's about it's a story about second chances and never giving up. Their Pilates journey with you could be about carving out time for themselves that from their chaotic life, like treating themselves first. It could be about building that strength. It could be about making sure that they can play with their kids or grandkids, you know, if they're aging. Or it could be about whatever the story is for them. Maybe they're an avid golfer and they blew out their knee and they need rehab, right? So it's not about the Pilates, y'all, it's about the thing in that's that brought them to do the Pilates. Obviously you need to be good at teaching Pilates, but that's not the ultimate point, so.Lesley Logan 24:42  And if you're not a Pilates instructor, listen to this, it's whatever you do. Insert that word there. Brad Crowell 24:46  Yeah, it could be yoga. It could be rehab, pyro. Lesley Logan 24:49  You don't even have to be in business to really understand that you yourself are like a brand. If you like to host people over. It's not you have to sell people to come in to your dinner. But when you're consistent, it makes it so much easier for you to do the thing that you love, which is like hosting people for dinner, you know, so it applies to everyone. My biggest takeaway is that she really tied branding back to the, to intuition. So for my woo-woo folks, this part's for you. She said, when you're in your flow, you only attract what you want. You become a magnet for the best people, opportunities and growth. Her advice is, figure out what excites you and follow it. When you wake up excited you are in your flow. And this is so true, because actually, the worst night's sleep, I slept so hard for four hours in the night dreaming that I need to be up. It was a little I don't know why anyways, but I was so excited for the day that I was having, even though I was like, oh my God, I really need to take a nap, and there's no time today, I woke up excited, and I started with my day, and I, like, did all the things, and here we are talking middle of the day, which would be a prime nap time, and it's not going to work out for me, but I am so excited. I'm in flow because I'm doing what my intuition is wanting. I'm doing the things that, like, really call me. She also advised not to wait for perfection, because it can't be perfect unless you put it out there to get feedback from your ideal clients. So you will never make anything perfect without it actually going out into the world getting feedback, you tweaking it, you putting it back out there. It's just how, it's, nothing, sorry, guys, nothing is ever done. It just keeps getting better.Brad Crowell 26:20  It, yeah, I mean, it's the fail faster mentality, right? You know, the reality is that when you wait for it to be ready, quote-unquote, you know, or you to be ready, quote-unquote, you will never be ready. You'll never be ready, right? And so then what ends up happening is you're preparing, preparing, preparing, preparing for years, but you never pull the trigger, as it were, you never actually take that step to get out there. And the people who take that step when they're not feeling ready are the people that move forward, moving forward right? Otherwise you're, you're hoping that it's going to happen, but you're not actually doing it, right? So, I totally agree. You know, perfectionism, it is such a roadblock. It's such an obstacle, and it holds us back. Brad Crowell 27:07  Yeah, it's really holding a lot of people back. It's holding people from seeing your authentic self. So, thank you, Hilary, for reminding us to go with our intuition and follow our authenticity and go back to what's the feeling. You're so amazing. You guys, go check her out.Brad Crowell 27:20  By the way, she has, like, a really awesome meditation situation. She's got a guided meditation that helps you, in 20 minutes, start to identify some of the main language that you should be using to support your clients or attract those clients. I think we put the link in the last episode, but we can also put the link in this episode too. Lesley Logan 27:40  So good. Brad Crowell 27:40  So go check that out. We love Hilary Hartling. She is amazing. Lesley Logan 27:44  We almost just named her Harling. Hilary Hartling. You guys, thank you so much for being here. I'm Lesley Logan. Brad Crowell 27:52  And I'm Brad Crowell. Lesley Logan 27:53  I hope this really, truly helps you in the next steps to being it till you see it. So if you have any questions, feedback, anything like that, make sure you send it in to us and make sure you share this to the friend who needs to hear it. Right? That's how this podcast grows, but also this is how everyone around you becomes better and better and better and makes it more fun to be with your friends. And until next time, Be It Till You See It. Brad Crowell 28:10  Bye for now. Lesley Logan 28:11  That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. One thing that would help both myself and future listeners is for you to rate the show and leave a review and follow or subscribe for free wherever you listen to your podcast. Also, make sure to introduce yourself over at the Be It Pod on Instagram. I would love to know more about you. Share this episode with whoever you think needs to hear it. Help us and others Be It Till You See It. Have an awesome day. Be It Till You See It is a production of The Bloom Podcast Network. 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Today, we bring you our second episode covering Justin's six-month journey across Asia and Europe. Luckily, Justin loves documenting the numbers, so you'll get the most in-depth breakdown of expenses you could hope for. Listen in to see how he's living it up in paradise for $45/day. That number includes accommodation, restaurants, groceries, gyms, activities, government fees, random purchases...literally everything. Here's a high-level breakdown for Justin's half of the full Southeast Asia portion of his 6-month trip: Transportation: $582 Accommodation: $1,368 Activities: $1,543 Restaurants: $299 Groceries: $242 Gov Fees: $32 Misc: $42 Gym: $80 Some highlight activities include: 4-day/3-night island hopping tour Mount Batur sunrise jeep excursion 10-hour private driver tour So many beaches and waterfalls Three separate hour-plus massages Three additional days of boat tours in the Philippines 5 separate 1hr+ massages 2 cooking classes Gili Island Snorkeling 8-hour private Nusa Penida tour Ha Long Bay yacht Trang An river + Ninh Binh tour Bai Dinh temple complex 4-day Ha Giang motorcycle loop (Vietnam) Koh Lanta Island hopping 2-day Elephant Nature Park stay 12-hour Chiang Rai temple tour and more... Want all the data? Check out Justin's detailed spreadsheet We hope you enjoyed this in-depth check-in and look forward to periodically bringing you these over the next few months. If you found value in the episode, please share it with a friend! Links from The Episode Traveling the World for $46/day $2,052 for 5 Weeks in Southeast Asia (Justin's 1-Month Recap) Justin's Detailed Trip Expenses Justin's Substack (to follow along with his travels) YouTube Interview https://youtu.be/HPzIkEmhkTA Join the Community We'd love to hear your comments and questions about this week's episode. Here are some of the best ways to stay in touch and get involved in The FI Show community! Grab the Ultimate FI Spreadsheet Join our Facebook Group Leave us a voicemail Send an email to contact [at] TheFIshow [dot] com If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave a rating/review! >> You can do that by clicking here

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Querida comunidad hay que visitar Chiang Mai y Chiang Rai, porque son esenciales para experimentar ese toque del norte de Tailandia. Desde templos históricos hasta mercados vibrantes, paisajes naturales impresionantes y una cultura profundamente arraigada, estas ciudades ofrecen una combinación perfecta de ahí que las traiga juntas al podcast. Quiero darte las gracias por escuchar este podcast. Cada vez somos más y ya estamos rondando las 900.000 escuchas al mes. Esto es la caña y es gracias a tí. Aún con todo, por el momento no le he dado al botón de “monetizar” porque no quiero interrupciones de anuncios. Lo que te pediría, por favor me dieras 5 estrellas y dejases una reseña, 30 segundos para tí, una gran ayuda para mí.  Además sabes que puedes enviarme audios proponiéndome temas.  Puedes  hacerlo con  una nota de voz de hasta 1 minuto por mi cuenta de Instagram o Facebook.  Puedes mandar varias notas de hasta un minuto, si necesitas más tiempo. https://www.facebook.com/CesarSar/ https://www.instagram.com/sarworldpress/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC55ZMnqfOlSc7uWbIEM4bDw Si quieres contarme algo puedes escribirme a viajes@cesarsar.com y al mail también me puedes mandar notas de audio.  Si quieres contratar mis servicios como viajero consultor es el mismo email, pongo a tu servicio mi experiencia por 135 países en todos los continentes, y es que 3 vueltas al mundo dan para mucho. Puedo ayudarte a organizar tu próximo viajazo, para que aciertes, para que disfrutes, para que vivas, para que sueñes, porque pocas cosas dan tanta satisfacción como un buen viaje. Recuerda que he vuelto a proponer viajes juntos, atento a mis redes sociales. Y si te gusta la serie y quieres ayudar más, puedes dejar otro comentario en esta publicación de BuenViaje en IG https://www.instagram.com/p/CrKqoyzubKZ/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Un abrazo, compartir es vivir.  #Viajes #ViajesBarartos #Viajes #Viajessostenibles #Consejosdeviajes #Viajesfelices #Podcastdeviajes #Vueltaalmundo #Tailandia #ChiangMai #ChiangRai

Welcome to the "All About Thailand" podcast, where we take you on an enchanting journey through the Land of Smiles. In today's episode, we're diving into the northern gem of Chiang Rai, a city brimming with cultural richness and breathtaking landscapes. Nestled amidst lush mountains, Chiang Rai offers visitors a unique blend of tradition and modernity. We'll explore a range of accommodations, from luxurious hotels that offer world-class amenities to charming boutique stays that immerse you in local culture. Discover the vibrant culinary scene, where you can savor everything from authentic northern Thai cuisine to innovative fusion dishes presented by talented local chefs. And when the sun sets, Chiang Rai's nightlife offers an intriguing mix of laid-back bars and lively night markets, ensuring there's something for everyone. Join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Chiang Rai, providing you with tips and insights to make your visit unforgettable. Whether you're planning a tranquil retreat or seeking an adventure, Chiang Rai has something special in store for every traveler. Let's explore the magic of this captivating city together! Link to subscribe below to special edition podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lonely-traveler-productio/subscribe

#halloween #ghoststory In this final Halloween story, uncle catches a late train back to the family home. When he gets there, he spends the night in a room alone, but someone is banging on the window bars. In the morning, uncle is in a terrible state. What did he see? Source: INDIAN GHOST STORIES S. MUKERJI Narrator: Dustin Steichmann Music: z3r0 - The Sill | Indian Horror/Mystery Sound Effects: 20140212 - Chiang Rai mountains at night 05.wav by LG -- https://freesound.org/s/345150/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 And Zapsplatt.com Photo credit: "Green Window - Barred" by m.gifford is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0. Video by Headliner Happy Halloween y'all

Greg interviews James Clark, the founder of Future Southeast Asia, a website and newsletter focused on transport and urban development in Southeast Asia. The guys begin with the most exciting developments in Thailand's railway system, and James mentions the 250 km/hr high speed rail which will run from Bangkok to Nong Khai and then on into Laos and China. The standard rail should also be finally extended to Chiang Rai in the next few years.  Greg and James then go on to discuss various development projects that have been in the works for years: the widening of Saphan Taksin bridge, the extension of BTS beyond National Stadium, and the bridge from the mainland to Koh Samui. The guys also cover important issues such as the cost of the BTS and MRT for the average Thai worker, as well as the pursuit of a unified payment system across all public transportation. Tune in for a great overview of all the exciting upcoming improvements to Thailand's transportation infrastructure.   Don't forget that Patrons get the ad-free version of the show as well as swag and other perks. We also sometimes post on Facebook, you can contact us on LINE and of course, head to our website (www.bangkokpodcast.com) to find out probably more info than you need to know.

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The province of Chiang Rai in northern Thailand is currently experiencing significant flooding due to continuous heavy rainfall, which has caused local rivers to overflow and inundate vast areas. These persistent floods have disrupted daily life, affecting thousands of residents and causing damage to infrastructure, homes, and agricultural lands. Amidst these difficult circumstances, the resilience and community spirit of the people of Chiang Rai have been exemplary. Local authorities, rescue teams, and volunteers are actively engaged in ongoing rescue operations, ensuring the safety and evacuation of affected individuals providing essential aid. Their dedicated efforts are crucial in mitigating the impact of the floods and supporting the affected communities during this challenging time. link below to subscribe to special edition podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lonely-traveler-productio/subscribe

Triều Tiên bắn tên lửa tầm ngắn lần đầu tiên sau hai tháng; Lũ lụt ở Thái Lan, hàng nghìn người ở Chiang Rai bị mắc kẹt, Tổng thống Ukraine bác bỏ sáng kiến hòa bình của Trung Quốc và Brazil; Mỹ tính trừng phạt những người Campuchia dính đến các cơ sở lừa đảo.

Kayoko Mitsumatsu founder of Yoga Gives Back and Belinda Carlisle of The Go-Gos share with Brad their journey of awakening and how Yoga influenced their lives. First up, Kayoko Mitsumatsu shares her journey as a documentary filmmaker, and her realization that she must serve the women of India who face extreme poverty on a day-to-day basis. Through the YGB micro-loan program and SHE Scholarships, Kayoko shows us first hand what a tiny donation can do to impact the lives of people thousands of miles away...and this year's Namaste Award Winner: Belinda Carlisle. “We are truly proud to honor Belinda Carlisle as the recipient of the 2024 Yoga Gives Back Namaste Award, for her advocacy for animal welfare and human rights as a co-founder of Animal People Alliance, whose mission is to provide high quality and compassionate care, of the highest standards, to neglected street animals in India and Thailand. They also employ vulnerable people from the community and pay living wages that help them improve their standard of living,” says Kayoko Mitsumatsu. Belinda Carlisle joins us for the second half of the interview as she shares her worst moment of addiction, her Kundalini rebirthing, to co-founding The Animal People Alliance, and of course, The Go-Go's induction into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. This is an amazing interview with 2 extraordinary women. ABOUT KAYOKO MITSUMATSU: In 2006, as Kayoko Mitsumatsu began to learn yoga asana and philosophy, it hit her that something needed to be done to help others, especially the underserved women and children in India, the motherland of YOGA. "I was benefitting so much from the daily practice of Yoga, I had to give back. I shared this idea with my yoga teacher and the studio manager who all supported the idea. That's how Yoga Gives Back was born with our mantra — For the cost of one yoga class, you can change a life." Previously Kayoko was a producer/director for documentary programs at NHK (Japan's National Public TV) since 1984 and Cultural Attache at the Embassy of Japan in London.  Website: www.yogagivesback.org ABOUT BELINDA CARLISLE: Belinda Carlisle is an American singer and songwriter who gained fame as the lead vocalist of the Go-Go's, the most successful all-female rock band of all time, and went on to have a prolific career as a solo artist. Belinda is the co-founder of The Animal People Alliance whose mission is to rescue stray animals in Kolkata, India and Chiang Rai, Thailand. Host of Awakened Nation: Brad Szollose --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenednation/support

July 6th, 2024 - Earlier this month, The Freedom Story collaborated with local government agencies and fellow anti-trafficking organizations to host a special event called “Chiang Rai Awakening,” a fun gathering in the city dedicated to raising public awareness about the cyber threats that lead to human trafficking. An estimated 500+ people attended, and the event was really positively received. Listen to learn more. Welcome to The Freedom Story podcast, where we bring you updates in audio version. These episodes may touch on sensitive topics. Parental discretion is advised. For more information, please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefreedomstory.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thefreedomstory/support

In this episode of "Sleepless in Singapore," I recount my first trip through Southeast Asia, covering Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar. The journey begins with a memorable flight to Luang Prabang, Laos, on a small prop plane with a unique laminated boarding pass. The landscapes below are a breathtaking mix of green mountains and the brown flow of the Mekong River. Once in Luang Prabang, I explore the local market, savoring street food, and visit the stunning Luang Prabang waterfalls, capturing their beauty through my camera lens despite some technical challenges. Moving on to Chiang Mai, Thailand, I reunite with Karen, a friend met earlier in Cambodia, and we embark on various adventures, including visiting an elephant sanctuary and making onsen eggs in hot springs. The journey continues to Chiang Rai, with its winding roads and unique charm, before heading to Myanmar. In Myanmar, we delve into the rich cultural tapestry, visiting ancient pagodas in Bagan and experiencing local customs like chewing betel nut. Each destination offers a distinct flavor of Southeast Asia, creating a tapestry of vivid memories and immersive experiences.

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In this episode of "Sleepless in Singapore," I recount a trip across Southeast Asia with Hatim, starting with a lucky break on a ferry from Koh Tao to Chumphon. We accidentally found ourselves in a plush seating area without paying extra, a nice little win that kicked off our adventure. The trip was a mix of comfort, confusion over local names, and the joy of unexpected freebies. From there, we embarked on a train journey filled with friendly chats, even with language barriers, and the quirky charm of traveling through Thailand by rail. The adventure continued with us navigating through Thailand, sampling local food (even when it meant accidentally ordering chicken feet), and dealing with police checkpoints in a way that turned potential hassles into fun stories. The trip wasn't just about moving from place to place; it was about the people we met, the sights we saw from the back of a scooter in Chiang Mai, and the peaceful days spent on a boat down the Mekong River. Despite the occasional discomfort and the laughable moments of misunderstanding, it was the kind of journey that brings stories to life, connecting us more deeply to each other and the world around us.

Connecting with local people when we travel is a true joy for me - whether it's just a quick conversation in a queue, or a deeper day or more spent together, learning about how our lives are the same and different - I love it all! In this episode I chat with three guests who agree, and have found various ways to meet locals when they travel. First up, I get the tour operator perspective from Cristian Martinus, who confirms that guests who travel on his Moroccan tours particularly enjoy any opportunities for genuine connection with local people - but (appropriately, I think) he warns against "staged authenticity". Next, Will Hatton describes some of the ways he has met local people on his travels across the world, and we particularly get deeper into describing some of his Couchsurfing experiences. Finally, Dara Brewton highlights how taking a cooking class or two can be a special window into the lives of locals, with lots of time to chat (and a delicious outcome as a bonus!). Links: Cristian Martinus - Sun Trails  - https://www.sun-trails.com/  Will Hatton - The Broke Backpacker - https://www.thebrokebackpacker.com/ Dara Brewton - https://travelness.com/  Cookly - https://www.cookly.me/ Episode 302 about Chiang Rai - https://notaballerina.com/302  Join our Facebook group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers Join our LinkedIn group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://notaballerina.com/linkedin Show notes: https://notaballerina.com/315See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you always been curious about meditation and how to get started? In this episode, I have a wonderful conversation with Tania Ho, owner of Museflower Retreat and Spa in Chiang Rai, Northern Thailand. Tania shares her personal healing journey, which led her to create a retreat center as a means of healing after her father's passing. In addition to her role in running the center, she also delves into meditation, becoming a meditation teacher and incorporating different styles of meditation into the retreat experience. Tania emphasizes the importance of finding the right type of meditation that resonates with each individual, as there is no one-size-fits-all approach. This eye-opening discussion explores the diverse ways meditation can be practiced, ranging from candle gazing to movement-based meditation and engaging the senses of sound, touch, smell, and taste. Tune in to discover how meditation can bring about transformation, healing, and a deeper connection to oneself.About the Guest: Originally from Hong Kong, Tania Ho is the founder and owner of Museflower Retreat & Spa, an all-inclusive vegetarian wellness retreat center based in Chiang Rai, northern Thailand offering yoga, meditation and spa retreats. Tania also serves as a meditation teacher to teach people how to meditate in a fun, easy and practice way and how to trust their intuition. Tania has studied a number of holistic therapies including devotional chanting, cacao ceremony, labyrinth walk, shamanic journeying, flower essences, and energy healing.To sign up for the Museflower newsletter: https://musefloweretreat.com/museflower-newsletter/To connect with Tania:Website: https://musefloweretreat.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musefloweretreat Instagram: https://instagram.com/musefloweretreat Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/musefloweretreatAbout the Host: Mardi Winder-Adams is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC. Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "Find Out Your #1 Priority to Cut Through the Fog of Divorce".Connect with Mardi on Social Media:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4womenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the PodcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcast ReviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

The 2018 Thai cave rescue quickly became an international spectacle that captured the attention of people all around the world. Twelve boys and their soccer coach were exploring the Tham Luang cave in Chiang Rai when the cave suddenly flooded, trapping the team. Monsoon season came early that year, and the cave became blocked by heavy rainwater. On this episode of What happened to…? Erica Vella revisits the incredible Thai Cave rescue mission. She speaks with diver Rick Stanton about the life-saving dive and how a team of people was able to successfully rescue the Wild Boar soccer team from the Tham Luang cave. Find out more at https://globalnews.ca/news/9733852/what-happened-to-thai-cave-rescue-part-2/ Contact: Email: erica.vella@globalnews.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2018 Thai cave rescue quickly became an international spectacle that captured the attention of people all around the world. Twelve boys and their soccer coach were exploring the Tham Luang cave in Chiang Rai when the cave suddenly flooded, trapping the team. Monsoon season came early that year, and the cave became blocked by heavy rainwater. On this episode of What happened to…? Erica Vella revisits the incredible Thai Cave rescue mission. She speaks with diver Rick Stanton about the wins, the challenges and ultimately, how it was pulled off. She also speaks to water management expert Thanet Natisri to find out how the cave was made safe enough for divers to enter. Find out more at https://globalnews.ca/news/9733417/what-happened-to-thai-cave-rescue-part-1/ Contact: Email: erica.vella@globalnews.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2018 Thai cave rescue quickly became an international spectacle that captured the attention of people all around the world. Twelve boys and their soccer coach were exploring the Tham Luang cave in Chiang Rai when the cave suddenly flooded, trapping the team. Monsoon season came early that year, and the cave became blocked by heavy rainwater. On this episode of What happened to…? Erica Vella revisits the incredible Thai Cave rescue mission. She speaks with diver Rick Stanton about the wins, the challenges and ultimately, how it was pulled off. She also speaks to water management expert Thanet Natisri to find out how the cave was made safe enough for divers to enter. Find out more at https://globalnews.ca/news/9733417/what-happened-to-thai-cave-rescue-part-1/ Contact: Email: erica.vella@globalnews.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2018 Thai cave rescue quickly became an international spectacle that captured the attention of people all around the world. Twelve boys and their soccer coach were exploring the Tham Luang cave in Chiang Rai when the cave suddenly flooded, trapping the team. Monsoon season came early that year, and the cave became blocked by heavy rainwater. On this episode of What happened to…? Erica Vella revisits the incredible Thai Cave rescue mission. She speaks with diver Rick Stanton about the wins, the challenges and ultimately, how it was pulled off. She also speaks to water management expert Thanet Natisri to find out how the cave was made safe enough for divers to enter. Find out more at https://globalnews.ca/news/9733417/what-happened-to-thai-cave-rescue-part-1/ Contact: Email: erica.vella@globalnews.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#bangkokpodcast #jimjimsreinventionrevolution #travel #tourism On this episode the tables turn as JimJim guests on the Bangkok Podcast.  Listen to JJRR 108 as Ed, co-host of the Bangkok Podcast (and JimJim's longtime friend) and JimJim sit down at the Millenium Hilton in Bangkok to explore the idea of re-tourism.  Recorded in February 2023,  hear about JJ's first visit to Thailand over 20 yrs ago when elephants walked the streets of Bankgok, why he returned 14 yrs later, and why he continues to return.  Also, check the show notes for $20 off Magic Mind. https://www.bangkokpodcast.com/ https://www.bangkokpodcast.com/retouristing-with-jim-cirillo-using-thailand-to-reinvent-yourself-s6e44/ https://magicmind.superfiliate.com/JIMCIRILLO Buy JimJim a Coffee. ko-fi.com/jimjim99 - Ko-fi ❤️ Where creators get support from fans through donations, memberships, shop sales and more! The original 'Buy Me a Coffee' Page. jimjim99 | Twitter, Instagram, Facebook | Linktree 05:40s Guesting on Bangkok Podcast with Ed Knuth 08:05s First traveling to Thailand in 2002 12:00s Elephants walking down the streets of Bangkok 13:30s Visiting Samui 20 yrs ago 17:06s Remembering Win Wan my favorite Thai massage place 20:28s Reasons for returning to Thailand 24:50s Gigging my second night in Bangkok in 2016 28:20s Discovering the digital nomad scene in Chiang Mai 31:20s Starting JJRR podcast with inspiration from Chiang Rai 38:50s Exploring SE Asia jumping off from Bangkok Enjoy the episode? Share with friends!  Subscribe in Spotify, Apple or Google Podcasts! https://www.jimjimsreinventionrevolution.com/resources jimjim99 | Twitter, Instagram, Spotify, Facebook | Linktree Buy JimJim a Coffee. ko-fi.com/jimjim99 - Ko-fi ❤️ Where creators get support from fans through donations, memberships, shop sales and more! The original 'Buy Me a Coffee' Page.

Ah, finally, I've made it to Chiang Rai! I've wanted to visit this most northern part of Thailand my whole life, as my dear late aunty came from Chiang Rai. Spending a few days up there was delightful, and full of really fascinating experiences, but I've narrowed it down to my three favourites for this podcast episode. First: the White Temple. It's a very new temple, built on the site of an old one, and is almost more art and architecture than temple, designed and funded by well-known Thai artist Chalermchai Kositpipat. I try to describe it - but you really do have to see it to believe it. My second highlight was our day at Ahsa Farmstay, a little further north of Chiang Rai city. In this episode I explain what I loved about it and also share an interview with one of the women who run it, Aun Wannamala. Finally, I explain my day at the Ban Pang Ha village right up in the northern tip of Thailand in Mae Sai. This is another excellent community-based tourism initiative and we enjoyed massages, facials, paper-making, great food and more up here; I chatted to Thiraphon Saraphrom about what makes Pang Ha so special. Disclaimer stuff: I was hosted for this trip, which means the Tourism Authority of Thailand covered my travel costs. However, my opinions - and my love of Thailand - are all my own, honest truth. Links: Ahsa Farmstay - https://ahsafarmstay.com/  Ban Pang Ha community - https://www.thailand.go.th/issue-focus-detail/001_02_169  Community-Based Tourism - Episode 301 - https://notaballerina.com/301  Amazing Thailand - https://amazingthailand.com.au/ Join our Facebook group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers Join our LinkedIn group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://notaballerina.com/linkedin Show notes: https://notaballerina.com/302 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the meditation retreat given by Ajahn Amaro and Ajahn Jew (Abbot of Wat Pah Yen Boon) from 23 June-2 July 2023 at Phu Chaisai Resort, Chiang Rai, TH. The post Day 3a – GM – Ajahn Amaro appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

This is the meditation retreat given by Ajahn Amaro and Ajahn Jew (Abbot of Wat Pah Yen Boon) from 23 June-2 July 2023 at Phu Chaisai Resort, Chiang Rai, TH. The post Day 5a – GM – Ajahn Amaro appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

This is the meditation retreat given by Ajahn Amaro and Ajahn Jew (Abbot of Wat Pah Yen Boon) from 23 June-2 July 2023 at Phu Chaisai Resort, Chiang Rai, TH. The post Day 8b – QA – Ajahn Amaro appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

This is the meditation retreat given by Ajahn Amaro and Ajahn Jew (Abbot of Wat Pah Yen Boon) from 23 June-2 July 2023 at Phu Chaisai Resort, Chiang Rai, TH. The post Day 9a – GM – Ajahn Amaro appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Pre-Loved Podcast is a weekly vintage fashion interview show, with guests you'll want to go thrifting with! For more Pre-Loved Podcast, subscribe to our Patreon! Today's episode is with Cavina. Cavina is a sustainable fashion content creator who is half Thai and half English. She grew up in the suburbs of Oklahoma City where she found her true obsession of thrifting and treasure hunting  After years of self-taught experience in the secondhand reselling, styling, and thrift world, she decided to display her love publicly by starting a YouTube channel. In 2021, she and her husband moved to Bangkok, Thailand, and while living there she created content about Bangkok Street Fashion, secondhand shopping in Thailand, and all the great markets she visited! In this episode, Cavina takes us on a whirlwind tour of secondhand shopping in Thailand, and it's a really fun conversation,  so let's just dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [4:02] Cavina grew up thrifting with her mom, who is a fashion-lover in her own right! [11:26] Cavina loves to share online about her unique third-culture living journey, being half Thai/British and growing up in the US. [18:25] The street style spotting in Bangkok. [19:34] In Thailand, the word “thrifting” is rarely used, more commonly people say secondhand or มือสอง. [27:46] In addition to shopping at the markets, Cavina also sold pre-loved clothing while living in Thailand! [40:49] Top thrifting stores, including the best deal Cavina ever found! EPISODE MENTIONS:  @cavina Cavina's YouTube Secondhand shopping in Chiang Rai, Thailand The Unknown Vlogs Cavina's ‘What are People Wearing in Bangkok' series Fashion Revolution Thailand @pound.for.long Selling at the OK Blogger Closet (outfit pic!) Cavina's video about the SiamScape closet sale. @loohtoo.market Dresscue in LA Dresscue on Pre-Loved Podcast BJonesStyle Community Thrift in Oklahoma City Pay Less Thrift in OKC Finding a Louis Vuitton bag at the thrift store in Thailand, and fixing it up - video @cavinascloset @chic_education @swoopbuddy Created & Found in OKC Raspberry Vintage LET'S CONNECT: