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RESOURCES- Go to earthechofoods.com and use the code PODCAST at checkout to receive a 15% discount on your first Cacao Bliss or any products order!- Ready to support fuller, healthier-looking hair from within? Try Purality's Hair Renewal and get 40% off with code DANETTE40 already applied here: https://puralityhealth.com/liposomal-hair-renewal/?COUPON=DANETTE40CONNECT WITH DANETTEInstagram: @thedanettemayFacebook: Danette MayTikTok: @thedanettemayNEW TV Show on Youtube: @TheDanetteMayListen to The Danette May ShowRead my book: danettemay.com/embraceabundancebookGet The Rise book: therisebook.comWork with Danette: danettemay.comWhy is your hair suddenly thinning, shedding, or feeling more brittle than it used to? In this episode of The Danette May Show, I sit down with Colleen from Purality to explore the connection between women's hormones and hair loss, especially during postpartum, perimenopause, and menopause. We talk about how estrogen, progesterone, DHT, cortisol, thyroid function, stress, and nutrient deficiencies may all play a role in changes to your hair.We also get into the nutrients that support healthy hair growth, including iron, ferritin, B vitamins, folic acid, vitamin D, protein, and healthy fats, plus what bloodwork may be worth discussing with your provider. Colleen explains why balanced meals matter, how cortisol can affect the body, the connection between thyroid health and hair loss, and what makes Purality's liposomal hair support formula different. If you've been wondering why your hair is changing and what may be happening beneath the surface, this episode will give you a clearer place to start.IN THIS EPISODE:(0:00) Why Women Experience Hair Loss(1:48) Why Your Hair May Be Falling Out(3:28) Stress, Hormones + Hair Loss(4:35) Nutrient Deficiencies That Affect Hair Growth(5:34) Iron, Ferritin + the Diet Debate(7:46) Bloodwork + Where to Start(8:34) Building a Hormone-Supportive Breakfast(9:40) Intermittent Fasting, Cortisol + Women's Hormones(10:46) A Simple Lunch + Dinner Blueprint(14:09) Why Processed Shakes May Not Be the Answer(14:42) Inside Purality's Hair Support Formula(16:13) How Long Until You Notice Results?(17:20) Natural Hair Support vs. Chemical Treatments(18:12) Rosemary, Castor Oil + Topical Hair Remedies(19:32) Why Liposomal Delivery Matters(20:50) Perimenopause, Estrogen + DHT Explained(22:35) The Thyroid-Hair Loss Connection(23:33) How to Take the Hair Support Formula(24:24) Listener Discount + Final Takeaways(24:59) Closing Thoughts
Is losing a pet really as painful as losing a human family member? How do you know when pet grief has become something you need help dealing with—and what should you NEVER say to someone whose pet just died? Tom Kelly sits down with longtime friend Judith Eve Rosen, LCSW, a clinical social worker specializing in veterinary social work and author of Life After Pet Loss: Daily Reflections for Working Through Grief. Judith explains how an experience in a veterinary emergency room inspired her to specialize in pet loss and the human-animal bond.
I sit down with author Michael Easter to explore how modern life's endless comforts and technological conveniences are quietly making us weaker. We discuss how intentionally embracing short-term discomfort, getting out into nature, and finding our personal edge can build deep psychological resilience. Michael breaks down the concept of a "misogi"—a massive annual challenge with a 50-50 chance of success—and shares how stepping out of our comfort zones transforms our perspective on daily stress. We also dive into his personal journey with sobriety, the psychology behind low-friction distractions, and why cultivating intentional solitude is essential today.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction to Michael Easter00:49 - The Problem with Modern Comfort02:56 - How Technology Removes Effort05:07 - Reframing Overwhelm Through Hard Challenges08:59 - Psychological Shifts After a Month in the Arctic13:49 - Becoming a Two-Percenter: Choosing the Stairs19:42 - Sobriety, Discomfort, and Long-Term Gains28:49 - Low-Friction Activities and Slot Machine Architecture34:08 - Building Resilience via Nature, Silence, and Boredom39:44 - Upbringing, Adaptability, and Embracing Your Quirks45:02 - Defining Misogi: The 50-50 Rule50:46 - Moving Toward Your Psychological Edge55:23 - Practical Micro-Habits for Daily Discomfort58:38 - Distinguishing Solitude from Isolation01:06:29 - Closing Thoughts and Resources***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram
Scott Bessent knows something that we don't. Luke Gromen has spent his whole career reading the fine print of America's balance sheet, and his conclusion is stark: the quiet interventions coming out of Washington - doubled bond buybacks, a yen rescue, a sudden fondness for stablecoins - aren't policy. They're symptoms. The arithmetic of debt, entitlements, and interest has crossed a threshold from which, Gromen argues, there are only three exits, and none of them are painless. We've got a crisis hiding in plain sight - and someone is gunna end up paying for it.--Timestamps:(00:00) - Welcome and Guest Intro(00:21) - Past Episode Reflections(00:49) - Bitcoin and AI Disagreements(01:58) - Luke Returns to the Show(02:24) - Why Everything Feels Faster(03:52) - Bessent and Bond Buybacks(08:11) - True Interest Expense Alarm(15:00) - Is It a Crisis Yet(20:38) - Crisis Symptoms and Options(26:54) - Japan Treasury Selling Fears(29:06) - Allies Follow China Playbook(34:01) - Stablecoins and CLARITY Act(36:07) - No Silver Bullet(36:48) - Inflation Over Bonds(38:39) - Gold and Bitcoin Hedge(39:09) - No Currency Alternative(40:44) - China Gold Yuan System(43:33) - Gold as Neutral Reserve(48:31) - Multipolar Reserve Trap(50:32) - Zugzwang and Supply Chains(55:30) - Back to Gold Energy Link(01:01:08) - AI Boom Then Bust(01:04:00) - White Collar Disruption(01:10:37) - Closing Thoughts and Outro--Referenced in the Show:Forest For The Trees - https://fftt-llc.com/about/ --Jacob Shapiro Site: jacobshapiro.comJacob Shapiro LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jacob-l-s-a9337416Jacob Twitter: x.com/JacobShapJacob Shapiro Substack: jashap.substack.com/subscribe --The Jacob Shapiro Show is produced and edited by Audiographies LLC. More information at audiographies.com--Jacob Shapiro is a speaker, consultant, author, and researcher covering global politics and affairs, economics, markets, technology, history, and culture. He speaks to audiences of all sizes around the world, helps global multinationals make strategic decisions about political risks and opportunities, and works directly with investors to grow and protect their assets in today's volatile global environment. His insights help audiences across industries like finance, agriculture, and energy make sense of the world.--
What happens to human intelligence in a world increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence? In this special conversation, Dr. JC Doornick sits down with world-renowned brain coach and bestselling author Jim Kwik to explore his new book, Limitless Daily, and why developing our own minds may be more important now than ever. As AI becomes faster, smarter, and more integrated into everyday life, Jim makes the case that Artificial Intelligence still depends on Human Intelligence—our ability to think critically, ask better questions, remain curious, learn faster, remember what matters, and consciously direct our attention. But becoming limitless isn't something you do once. It's something you practice daily. Jim shares the philosophy behind Limitless Daily, a book designed to give you a powerful lesson, insight, or mental reset every day of the year. Think of it as daily training for your brain—a way to intentionally win the morning before the world gets a chance to program your mind for you. JC also shares how reading Limitless Daily each morning became an unexpected companion during his cancer recovery, often delivering exactly the lesson, perspective, or question he needed that particular day. This conversation explores brain health, focus, memory, mindset, morning routines, lifelong learning, the relationship between AI and HI, and what it really means to become limitless—not by doing more, but by learning how to better use the most powerful technology you'll ever possess: Your own mind. If you've been wondering how to stay focused, capable, creative, and distinctly human in the age of AI, this conversation with Jim Kwik is one you won't want to miss. Grab Jim's Book Now: Web: www.limitlessdaily.com IG: @jimkwik Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy:► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ► Substack: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook: / makessensepodcast ►YouTube: / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Operly - Take Back Control of Your Work Day and Get Rid of All Your AI Apps - Welcome to the new world of Time Freedom and Unlimited Scaling and Success with Operly - https://go.getoperly.ai/video?ref=jean-claude-claude-d-2a95 Blue Blinds Bakery - Handcrafted with all-natural ingredients - www.blueblindsbakery.com 00:00 - 02:04: Cold Open and Introducing Jim Kwik 02:04 - 06:00: "Shelf Help" vs Self-Help: Why He Wrote a Daily Book 06:00 - 10:52: The Reading Crisis and Reading as a "Superpower" 10:52 - 13:57: The Science of Your Morning Window 13:57 - 16:00: JC's Cancer Diagnosis and Protecting His Mindset 16:00 - 20:14: Jim's Story: The "Broken Brain" and Building Better Habits 20:14 - 23:16: The Story Behind the Color Purple 23:16 - 27:12: Writing the Book: Letters to His Newborn Daughter and Son 27:12 - 31:22: The Danger of Cognitive Offloading to AI 31:22 - 35:00: The BUILD Framework for Using AI Wisely 35:00 - 38:02: Choosing to Get Better, Not Bitter 38:02 - 42:17: The HUMAN Framework: 5 Traits AI Can't Replace 42:17 - 43:53: "It's Happening For Me, Not To Me": Reframing the Diagnosis 43:53 - 47:13: What Happens After 366 Days of Practice 47:13 - 49:49: Visualize Your Perfect Day, One Year From Now 49:49 - 53:22: Closing Thoughts and the Limitless Live Event 53:22 - ending: Outro: Learn It, Then Give It Away Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Are you chasing happiness, success, or the "next thing" in life, only to find that the moment you reach it, you're still not truly fulfilled?After more than 20 years as a civil engineer, Sarah Collins realised that the version of success she had been pursuing wasn't actually what she wanted. Her journey through depression, overthinking, mindfulness, meditation, and self-inquiry helped her recognise how thought patterns and conditioning can shape the way we experience reality. In this conversation, she explores why we so often fight against the present moment, believe the stories our minds tell us, and postpone happiness until some future event.Learn how to create distance from your thoughts instead of automatically believing or following them.Discover simple ways to practise acceptance in everyday situations and reduce unnecessary emotional struggle.Understand why happiness isn't something you need to achieve in the future, and how fully experiencing every moment, including difficult emotions, can change the way you live.Play the episode to discover how noticing your thought patterns, accepting the present moment, and letting go of the constant pursuit of future happiness can help you stop fighting with life and start living it more fully.˚KEY POINTS AND TIMESTAMPS:01:09 - Meet Sarah Collins: From Civil Engineer to Life Coach02:41 - Redefining Success and Letting Go of Society's Expectations05:48 - Living with Depression, Overthinking, and Low Self-Worth07:02 - You Are Not Your Thoughts10:29 - The Stories We Believe About Ourselves12:33 - Practicing Acceptance: Start with the Small Things15:34 - Rethinking Happiness as a Present-Moment Experience22:38 - Self-Inquiry, Spiritual Teachers, and Finding Your Own Answers29:21 - Closing Thoughts, Where to Find Sarah, and Final Takeaways˚MEMORABLE QUOTE:"The more you notice those thought patterns, the more you notice how it's creating your reality—you stop fighting with life and start living."˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Sarah's website: https://www.livingfullywithsarah.com/˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor
Today's Post - https://bahnsen.co/3UKOOfH David Bahnsen hosts the final Friday Dividend Cafe of August as a part two discussion tied to his new book, "Profit for the Profit," outlining the philosophy and application of dividend growth investing and responding to common critiques. He argues investors should seek returns from the underlying profit-making enterprise rather than sentiment-driven momentum, and that dividend growth helps focus on individual company profits and reduces emotional extremes. He addresses five objections: buybacks as superior capital return (unreliable, often suspended, and frequently offset by share issuance); dividends as tax-inefficient (many accounts aren't taxable, and dividends can improve behavior versus large embedded gains); dividends making companies “poorer” (stewardship and reinvestment choice matter); Berkshire not paying dividends (it receives dividends as a holding company); and dividends being only for retirees (starting earlier captures yield-on-cost compounding). 00:00 Welcome and Book Launch 03:08 Why Dividend Growth Matters 06:59 Common Critiques Overview 08:35 Buybacks Versus Dividends 13:17 Dividends and Taxes 15:32 Does Paying Dividends Reduce Value 19:31 The Berkshire Dividend Myth 20:57 Dividend Growth for Young Investors 24:19 Closing Thoughts and Sign Off Links mentioned in this episode: DividendCafe.com TheBahnsenGroup.com
EVEN MORE about this episode!A woman disappears during devastating floods in Nepal. Her sister hasn't heard from her in 40 hours—and turns to Julie Ryan for answers. What does Julie sense when she connects?In this emotional live episode of the Ask Julie Ryan Show, Julie takes calls involving medical intuitive scans, energetic healing, missing loved ones, spirit communication, pets, psychic children, and extraordinary experiences with the other side.One caller brings back a very special guest: six-month-old baby Marlo, born after a long IVF journey during which her mother also received energetic healing sessions from Julie. The conversation takes another surprising turn when Julie senses what she describes as another baby's energy nearby.Then Bhumika calls with an urgent question. Her sister Punam was in Nepal during catastrophic flash flooding and hasn't been heard from in 40 hours. Julie connects intuitively and shares what she perceives while helping Bhumika navigate an unimaginably difficult moment and discussing how we can communicate with loved ones in Spirit.Later, a mother asks about her 11-year-old daughter's frightening experiences, and Julie explores whether the child may actually be perceiving spirits. Another caller describes waking to find two teenage spirits standing at the foot of her bed—and Julie sees something even bigger developing around her intuitive abilities.You'll also hear live intuitive scans and discussions involving knee pain, animal communication, a rescue dog's past, spinal cord healing research, psychic development, grief, and learning to trust what you're receiving from Spirit.From a missing sister to a long-awaited baby and unexpected visitors from the spirit world, this is one live show where nobody knows what—or who—will come through next.Episode Chapters:(0:00:00) Meet the Angelic Attendant Training™ Scholarship Winner(0:07:40) Knee Pain: What Does the Intuitive Scan Reveal?(0:15:03) A Long-Awaited Baby, IVF & a Sign From Spirit(0:21:15) Her Sister Vanished in Nepal—What Does Julie Sense?(0:32:15) Do Our Pets Choose Us Before We Meet?(0:36:09) Is This 11-Year-Old Girl Seeing Spirits?(0:50:43) The Future of Spinal Cord Healing(0:52:59) She Woke Up to Two Spirits at Her Bed(1:01:36) Closing Thoughts & a Big Announcement Coming➡️ Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️ Julie's Intuitive Trainings✏️ Ask Julie a Question!
What if the thing you're avoiding is exactly what you should pursue? Jack Cai broke three world records solving Rubik's Cubes blindfolded, for teh same reason America suppsoedly went to the moon. "Not because it is easy, but because it is hard" This episode explores the mindset shift that happens when you stop asking "How can I make this easier?" and start asking "What's so hard that almost no one else is doing it?" Jack shares his five-year journey from curiosity to world record, the habit systems that made elite performance possible, and the surprising question that emerged after he achieved his goal: now what? We discuss deliberate practice, the introvert's edge in mastery, and why the hardest problems often offer the best opportunities for people willing to embrace discomfort. Reframe difficulty as a competitive advantage, not a barrier Build systems that make extraordinary performance automatic over time After winning, redefine success on your own terms The remarkable life isn't found in avoiding hard things—it's found in seeking them deliberately. SPONSORS ☺️ MOD.com Prescription Modafinil for energy and focus. Free consultation, free shipping and 10% off Promo code PSYCHOLOGY at MOD.com UPGRADE to Premium:
No matter how much we'd like it to be true, we can't think our way into changing.We have so much information, language, and so many tools to help us understand what makes us tick right at our fingertips. And who doesn't love a quiz, a personality test, a self-help book, or (ahem) a podcast that helps us make sense of ourselves and others in our personal and professional lives?Whether it's Myers-Briggs, StrengthsFinder, your Enneagram, or your astrological chart, you probably have years' worth of exposure to various categories, frameworks, and language to call on. And yet, you still feel like a stranger to yourself in the moments that matter most.Because we can't intellectualize our way through change. We have to feel it. We have to do it.This is where trauma-informed leadership work actually lives, not in collecting more language for what's wrong with you or others, but in helping you recognize the echoes of your own story that are still running the show, and developing the skills to help you take action and choose differently.Today's guest has spent her career studying people, the soul, and how we relate to ourselves and others. But in writing her most recent book, she found she had to dig deeper into her own story and start to really live the work herself. And when she started living things differently, she realized there was no looking back.Dr. Alison Cook is a therapist, psychologist of religion, bestselling author, and host of the top-ranked The Best of You podcast. Widely recognized for her ability to bridge faith and psychology in a way that is both deeply practical and spiritually alive, Dr. Alison has spent over two decades helping people move from feeling disconnected to feeling secure, grounded, and loved. Her books, including Boundaries for Your Soul and The Best of You, have sold over 150,000 copies. She and her husband, Joe, are the parents of two adult children and call the mountains of Wyoming home.Listen to the full episode to hear: How Alison navigated the personal and professional anxieties raised as she brought her own story into her new bookWhy revisiting her adolescence was a deeply vulnerable but necessary piece of learning to notice her inner bids for connectionHow minimizing our everyday wounds impacts us individually and as a cultureWhy doing the inner work of witnessing yourself is part of getting your needs met in the outside worldWhy self-awareness and conscious choice matter when it comes to engaging our controllers and escape hatchesHow developing trust in her fundamental belovedness gives Alison the security to be accountable to the people in her lifeLearn more about Dr. Alison Cook:WebsiteThe Best of You PodcastInstagram: @dralisoncookFacebook: @dralisoncookThe Secure Soul: Finding Inner Strength and Connection When Trust Doesn't Come EasyLearn more about Rebecca:rebeccaching.comWork With RebeccaThe Unburdened Leader on SubstackSign up for the weekly Unburdened Leader EmailResources:FootlooseIrvin D. YalomDopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence, Anna Lembke MDInto the Quiet: Following Jesus in a World of Noise, John Mark ComerTaylor Swift - The Fate of OpheliaPretty in PinkChapters:(00:43) - Introduction (09:46) - Belonging to Our Story (15:53) - Anticipating the Costs (19:28) - Rage Journaling and Attachment Wounds (30:01) - Inner Work and Right Sized Needs (34:22) - Controller Parts Explained (40:22) - Recognize, Return, and Divine Love (43:58) - Leadership Without Othering (48:46) - Inner Life Shapes Leadership (51:25) - Rapid Fire Questions (55:30) - Where to Connect (56:14) - Closing Thoughts
Andy Roddick sits down with World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka's coach Anton Dubrov ahead of the US Open to break down what's happening inside Team Sabalenka as she tries to rediscover her best tennis in New York. Anton reveals how the team handles tough losses, the “trust bubble” that allows Sabalenka to be herself, the tactical changes that helped turn her into a more complete player, and why they're focused on keeping her happy and enjoying the process heading into the Slam.
Most lawyers are taught how to practice law, not how to lead people. Then one day, they are handed a team and expected to figure it out. In episode 633 of the Lawyerist Podcast, Stephanie Everett talks with Debbie Foster about leading people, the second cornerstone from their book, Be a Next Level Leader. Debbie and Stephanie break people's leadership into four essential responsibilities: building trust, developing others, communicating clearly, and holding standards. They explain why trust grows through small, human interactions, why leaders often overload their most dependable employees, and how delegation can become a tool for development instead of a way to clear your own plate. They also explore why teams cannot meet expectations that were never clearly communicated, how positive and constructive feedback help people grow, and why “no news is good news” is not a leadership strategy. If you want to build a team that can take greater ownership, perform at a higher level, and succeed without relying on one overburdened A player, this episode offers a practical place to start. Listen to our previous episodes on Law Firm Leadership, Delegation, and Building Stronger Teams. #632: Law Firm Leadership: How to Lead Yourself Before Leading Your Team, with Debbie Foster & Stephanie Everett Apple | Spotify | LTN #631: Tune In Before You Jump In: A Better Way to Delegate, with Shawn Vanderhoven Apple | Spotify | LTN #616: From Solo to CEO: Letting Go of Legal Work to Grow Your Firm, with Ellen Williamson Apple | Spotify | LTN #615: How to Stop Being the Bottleneck and Build Stronger Teams, with Debbie Foster and Stephanie Everett Apple | Spotify | LTN Have thoughts about today's episode? Join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X! If today's podcast resonates with you and you haven't read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Looking for help beyond the book? See if our coaching community is right for you. Access more resources from Lawyerist at lawyerist.com. Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 00:21 – Track Your Firm's Progress with the Small Firm Scorecard 03:17 – Leading People: The Second Leadership Cornerstone 04:25 – Trust, Development, Communication, and Standards 05:59 – Why Law Firms Do Not Teach People Management 07:42 – Building Trust Through Real Relationships 08:58 – Small Conversations That Strengthen Trust 10:54 – Delegating to Develop, Not Just to Offload Work 11:26 – The Overburdened A Player Problem 12:48 – Becoming a Multiplier for Your Team 13:31 – Match Delegation to Skill and Readiness 14:52 – Set Clear Expectations Before Asking for More 16:38 – Why Feedback Is a Leadership Skill 18:33 – “No News Is Good News” Does Not Work 19:08 – Learn How Your People Want to Be Recognized 19:53 – A Simple Framework for Better Feedback 21:14 – Holding Standards Without Being Harsh 22:15 – Closing Thoughts and What Comes Next
Houston delivered 6,400 apartment units in Q1 while Class B absorption came in at negative 750. Michael Bull, CCIM and developer Victor Menasce break down what that means for apartment investors and developers in 2026. Victor Menasce, Senior Partner at Y Street Capital, has developed and owned property through multiple recessions and cycles. He explains why the traditional Class B value-add playbook of adding washers and dryers and pushing rents $50 a month is running out of room, how Class A concessions are pulling renters up and out of older product, and why lease surfing stretches stabilization timelines even in brand new buildings. The conversation also covers entitlement risk and the case for building by right, how opposition groups now organize on social media within weeks and use AI to research objections, the Austin multifamily oversupply and how long that absorption may take, and where the supply and demand mismatch actually sits today. Victor also makes the case for active adult housing as an underbuilt segment between market rate apartments and independent living, with resident tenure averaging around nine years. Plus construction cost trends, factory built delivery, and an insurance renewal that went from $58,000 to a $350,000 quote in a single year. In this episode: 00:00 Development Through CRE Cycles With Victor Menasce 01:28 Your Investment Thesis Ages Before the Project Delivers 02:13 Three Legs of the Stool: Capital Cost, Rents, Construction 02:47 Entitlement Risk and the Case for Building By Right 04:22 Local Counsel, Relationships, and Approval Timelines 05:04 Organized Opposition: Social Media Groups and AI Research 07:00 New Supply: Austin Oversupply and Rent Concessions 08:34 Lease Surfing and When Apartments Become a Commodity 11:19 Active Adult: The Gap Below Independent Living 12:11 Office Conversions and Mixed Use Done Right 13:35 Active Adult Demographics: 70% Singles, 9 Year Tenure 15:00 Construction Costs 2026: Labor, Trades, Supply Chain 16:03 Factory Built Delivery and Hambro Joist Time Savings 16:52 Insurance Shock: $58K Premium to a $350K Renewal Quote 18:40 Houston Q1 Data: Class B Squeezed From Above and Below 20:16 Closing Thoughts and Sponsors Connect with Victor Menasce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce/ Y Street Capital Website: https://ystreetcapital.com Connect with Michael Bull & The Show: Michael Bull, CCIM Bull Realty, Inc https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbull/ For more commercial real estate market data, sector forecasts, and video episodes, visit CREshow.com. America's Commercial Real Estate Show is brought to you by our proud sponsors. TCN Worldwide: Commercial real estate property management, leasing, and sales solutions across the US and globally. Learn more: https://www.tcnworldwide.com Build Out: The ultimate product suite for commercial real estate brokerage firms looking to streamline their business. Learn more: https://www.buildout.com Bull Realty: Regional commercial real estate brokerage services headquartered in Atlanta, delivering market intel and strategies. Learn more: https://www.bullrealty.com Commercial Agent Success Strategies: Twenty-one cloud accessed commercial broker training videos with slide deck action notes. Learn more at https://www.commercialagentsuccess.com/ #CommercialRealEstate #Multifamily #ApartmentInvesting #RealEstateDevelopment #ValueAdd #ActiveAdult #HousingSupply #ConstructionCosts #RealEstateInvesting #CRE #Houston #CREshow
Was Lindsay Clancy actually diagnosed with postpartum depression? As the trial concludes, Allie gives updates and modifications to her original opinion. While the defense and social media paint the narrative that Lindsay was a struggling mom seeking help who was recklessly put on multiple psychiatric medications that caused her to murder her children, Allie analyzes why that idea doesn't hold up. Re-evaluating the case in light of the surprising fact that no doctor formally diagnosed Lindsay with postpartum depression, anxiety, or psychosis, what Allie originally reported as nuanced now appears much more unequivocal. Mental health experts from both sides of the case gave their professional opinions as to why it is unlikely that Lindsay was experiencing a psychotic episode when she murdered her children. One doctor presents the concept of “altruistic filicide” — the idea that Lindsay killed her children out of a distorted sense of love or protection. Allie examines all these developments as well as more conspiracy theory claims regarding Lindsay's husband, Patrick — this time rooted in astrology. Allie concludes this heavy episode by looking at the life and legacy of Dolly Parton in light of her passing. Do you have a question for Allie? Leave a voicemail at 844-755-5252 Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: https://sharethearrows.com Share the Arrows is sponsored by: A'del Natural Cosmetics: AdelNaturalCosmetics.com Range Leather: RangeLeather.com/ALLIE We Heart Nutrition: WeHeartNutrition.com Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://www.toxicempathy.com – Timecodes 0:00 Introduction 2:25 Lindsay's Medical History 13:34 - Trial Updates from the Past Week 17:35 The Witnesses 30:31 - The Spiritual Aspect of the Lindsay Clancy Case 33:57 - Dr. Heilbrun Returns to the Stand 43:04 - Astrologists Defend Lindsay Clancy 48:38 Closing Thoughts on the Clancy Trial 52:15 Remembering Dolly Parton – Today's Sponsors: Seven Weeks Coffee | Experience the best coffee while supporting the pro-life movement with Seven Weeks Coffee; use code ALLIE at https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com to get up to 25% off your first order, plus your free gift! Good Ranchers | If you go to GoodRanchers.com and subscribe to any box of 100% American meat, you'll save up to $500 a year! Plus, if you use code ALLIE, you'll get an additional $25 off your first order. EveryLife | Visit EveryLife.com and use promo code ALLIE10 to get 10% off your first order today! Geviti | Go to gogeviti.com/allie and use code ALLIE for 20% off. Visit worldwatch.news/allie or use promo code ALLIE to start your free trial today. Episodes You May Like: Ep 1386 | Did Patrick Clancy Do It? Fact-Checking Lindsay Clancy's Defenders https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1386-did-patrick-clancy-do-it-fact-checking-lindsay/id1359249098?i=1000784406133 Ep 1380 | Lindsay Clancy Trial: Psychotic Victim or Ruthless Murderer? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1380-lindsay-clancy-trial-psychotic-victim-or-ruthless/id1359249098?i=1000780109968 --- ► Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://alliebethstuckey.com/book ► Subscribe to the podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2UVssnP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2FwkXxj ► Connect with Allie on Social Media: https://twitter.com/conservmillen https://www.instagram.com/alliebstuckey/ https://facebook.com/allieBlazeTV/ ► "Relatable" merchandise — use promo code ALLIE10 for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey
In this episode, Professor AG takes us along for her birthday trip to Miami and shares the unexpected lessons that came from simply being open to the moments around her. She talks about embracing how differently everyone lives, letting go of the pressure to have everything figured out, and the reminder that sometimes the best things happen in ways we never could have planned. This episode is all about trusting the process, staying curious, and knowing that life has a funny way of working itself out.MY APP IS HERE!!Daily somatic classes to regulate your nervous system. Start your FREE trial today.Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Announcements01:13 The Power of Surrender and Trusting the Universe02:04 Sharing a Miami Trip and Personal Insights05:37 The Magic of Unexpected Encounters08:06 Stories of Love, Loss, and Success13:55 Lessons from a Handbag Designer's Journey16:47 The Universe Creates Opportunities When You Least Expect21:50 Embracing Uncertainty and Trusting Your Path26:49 Book Recommendations and Personal Growth29:12 Everyone is Human and Fumbles Their Way to Success30:51 The Power of Letting Go and Living in the Present32:05 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement for the JourneyKeywords: personal growth, trusting the universe, life stories, manifestation, self-developmentWhat is AGU? After launching an energy work practice rooted in the Akashic Records, AG uncovered so much information that she needs the world to hear! It's her duty and personal mission to help people get in touch with their intuition and energetic gifts, and ultimately become the brightest and boldest version of themselves! This is your official acceptance letter: WELCOME TO AG UNIVERSITY! Daily somatic classes to regulate your nervous system. Start your FREE trial today.AG's Energetic Protection CoursesAG's Book Club How To Read The Akashic Records CourseSign up for the newsletter if you are interested in doing a reading with Anna Grace, or learning more about her energy work practice. Sessions will ONLY become available here - her booking link will never be shared on any other platforms: Sign up hereIf you aren't already - you can connect with AG on Instagram and TikTok: @annagracenewell and @aguniversityapp
In this summer replay, Roger talks with Dr. Daniel Crosby about learning what to ignore in an age of information overload. They explore how to filter financial advice, align decisions with your values, and focus your attention on what truly matters to your finances and your life. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE RETIREMENT ANSWER MAN[00:00] Roger introduces this summer replay with Dr. Daniel Crosby and talks about his upcoming Social Security series. SUMMER REPLAY WITH DR DANIEL CROSBY[02:21] Roger revisits his conversation with Dr. Daniel Crosby about filtering out the noise competing for our attention.[09:18] Daniel explains how our spending can reveal whether our choices truly align with our stated values.[14:03] Roger and Daniel share four questions that can help determine whether information deserves our attention.CLOSING THOUGHTS[31:46] Roger looks ahead to the upcoming five-week Social Security series. REFERENCESThe Soul of Wealth by Dr. Daniel CrosbyDeep Work by Cal NewportThe Rational Optimist by Matt RidleySubmit a Question for RogerSign up for The Noodle
Emily Calandrelli (more widely known as Space Gal) grew up in Morgantown, West Virginia, with no scientists or engineers in her orbit. She chose engineering for the paycheck, discovered a love of science communication along the way, and eventually became the first woman in the country to solo-host a national science show. On this episode of She Pivots, Emily talks about pitching adult science shows for a decade only to hear that networks didn't think their male-dominated audiences would relate to a female host; pivoting to create Emily's Wonder Lab (the Netflix show that made her a household name to millions of parents and kids); and turning the show's cancellation into two bestselling books and a thriving YouTube channel. She also opens up about announcing her second pregnancy via a weather balloon at the edge of space, fighting for a federal law after being humiliated by TSA over breast milk ice packs, and why she's finally letting herself scale back with baby number three. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to She Pivots 01:44 Emily Calandrelli: The Space Gal 03:16 Navigating Academic Challenges 05:16 The Power of Progress Over Perfection 18:18 The Unexpected Path to TV Hosting 25:11 Breaking Barriers in Science TV 32:21 Balancing Career and Motherhood 33:55 The Cancellation of Emily's Wonder Lab 35:52 Balancing The Work 40:33 Parenting as a Scientific Experiment 45:28 Low Point to Launch 48:35 Closing Thoughts 49:37 Podcast Credits Keep up with Emily on Instagram @thespacegal, on YouTube @EmilysScienceLab, and on her website at www.thespacegal.com Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a pivot story, leave us a rating (it really helps!), and share this episode with a woman in your life who you think needs a little inspiration. She Pivots is a podcast created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight influential women voices, share stories of bold career moves, and inspire women with interviews about career reinvention and how personal pivots can redefine professional success. Join our Substack community! Subscribe here for exclusive content and to connect with other pivoters: shepivots.substack.com Learn more about the inspiring women in our pivoter community by following us on instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast, and check out our website shepivotspod.com for resources and updates. She Pivots is proud to be an iHeart podcast.Support the show: https://www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Oakley Podcast, Jeremy Kellett sits down with OOIDA's Lewie Pugh to unpack several key issues affecting truckers today, including the Freedom Haulers initiative that helps military veterans transition into civilian trucking by waiving certain CDL tests, and why carriers still need to provide extra training and support so veterans don't get caught in industry churn. They dig into Delilah's Law and related DOT rule changes on English proficiency and non-domiciled CDLs, stressing the need for drivers to contact lawmakers to get these protections codified. Lewie updates listeners on broker transparency efforts, widespread fraud, and why building direct shipper relationships matters more than ever. They also cover the national truck parking shortage, new funding and expansion projects (like on I‑70 and in Illinois), and how future highway bills could add more free parking capacity. Finally, they discuss the sting of surging fuel prices, the importance of solid fuel surcharge structures and discounts (including OOIDA's fuel card), and the broader mission of OOIDA to advocate for drivers, lower turnover, and keep small trucking businesses alive. Key topics in today's conversation include: Value Of a Good Shop and Long-Term Maintenance Relationships (3:17) Freedom Haulers Event at the White House and Veteran CDL Waivers (7:54) Extra Training Needed When Veterans Transition To Civilian Trucking (11:12) Delilah's Law, English Proficiency, and Non-Domiciled CDL Crackdown (15:24) Detention Time, Shippers, Receivers, and Loading Inefficiencies (18:27) Broker Transparency, Fraud, Motus Issues, and Safety Concerns (23:11) Illinois Rest Area Projects and Upcoming Federal Parking Funds (27:54) Mental and Physical Toll of Trucking and Daily Frustrations (33:18) Oakley's Fuel Surcharge Structure and Fuel Discount Strategy (38:03) OOIDA Fuel Card, Multiple Discount Cards, and Controlling Costs (39:44) Truck Driver Appreciation Week and Long Beach IANA Event (43:45) How To Join OOIDA, Membership Code, and Key Member Benefits (44:59) Closing Thoughts and Final Thanks to Drivers (48:15) Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, Madelyn O'Farrell interviews Eesha Pathak, Senior Director of Product Management at Crusoe, about her unconventional career from software engineering and branding to leading enterprise AI at Google and now building AI-first infrastructure. They discuss Crusoe's vertically integrated, energy-first approach to cloud and data centers, capturing abundant energy (like stranded gas and renewables) and turning “electrons into intelligence” via GPUs and a custom cloud stack. Eesha explains how Crusoe's gigawatt-scale campuses and modular Spark edge deployments complement each other to deliver both scale and low-latency inference, dives into the Managed AI platform with its model marketplace, self-serve and tailored deployments, fine-tuning, and upcoming reinforcement learning, and highlights why judgment and holistic thinking are critical in product and engineering. She also unpacks Crusoe's close partnership with NVIDIA, its role in enabling physical AI and robotics with low-latency compute, a flexible data and partnership strategy, and her long-term vision of Crusoe becoming the most helpful company for people building AI, so customers can focus on their products instead of wrestling with infrastructure. Highlights from their conversation include: Eesha's Unconventional Career Path from Bosch to Google to Crusoe (0:29) Why Energy Is the Real Bottleneck for AI Infrastructure (3:30) What Energy-First Means and Bringing Compute to Abundant Power (5:04) Spark Modular Data Centers and Edge Zones Strategy (6:22) How Gigawatt Campuses and Edge Zones Work Together (8:26) Importance of Judgment in Product and Engineering Decisions (12:49) NVIDIA Partnership and Day Zero Nemotron Model Launches (15:25) Physical AI, Robotics, and Low-Latency Edge Inference (17:21) Crusoe's Data Strategy and Partnership Approach (21:52) Vision for Crusoe as Most Helpful Company for AI Builders (22:47) Closing Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up (24:09) Dynamo Ventures is a venture firm backing founders upgrading the physical economy. As intelligence moves into critical infrastructure and technology collides with physics, industry is entering a new era of transformation - the industrial renaissance. Born from the dirt and grit of supply chains and shaped by operations, not spreadsheets, Dynamo focuses on the complex realities of building in the real world. We invest in companies transforming infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, and the systems that power global commerce. Dynamo works closely with founders who combine ambition with a bias to action, bringing a builder mindset to venture capital through deep operational insight, systematic pressure-testing and hands-on partnership. Our purpose is simple: to back the relentless shaping the industrial renaissance. Learn more at www.dynamo.vc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Part 2. Mike Maloney & Chris Martenson. Top Strategy for Facing Future Predicaments. Mike and Chris' Top Strategy for Facing Future Predicaments Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/Oam_YUQYGTA?si=Erw3Oa1IoutfAzJi Peak Prosperity 572K subscribers 1,920 views Premiered 3 hours ago #donaldtrump #news #usanews Join the discussion at Peak Prosperity: https://peak.fan/3mhmamz4 Become a member of the Peak Prosperity tribe: https://peak.fan/y4wmc3fv To watch Part 1 of this interview at Mike Maloney & Freedom Farms: • They Just Triggered the Biggest Energy Cri... This is the second part of my conversation with Mike Maloney that took place in Phoenix, Arizona, on August 15th, 2026. Timestamps 00:41 – Fertilizer Crisis & Coming Famines 01:10 – Pakistan's Nuclear Risk 02:31 – Personal Preparedness & “This Is It” 03:24 – Margin Call Moment 04:11 – AI Risks & Buying Farms 05:42 – God in a Box 09:09 – Pace of Change 11:21 – AI Hacking & Digital Fragility 13:08 – AI-Created Viruses 15:36 – Emergent Consciousness 17:33 – Closing Thoughts
RESOURCES- Join my 30 Day Challenge to transform your body, mind, and soul—step into your most vibrant self today at danette30challenge.com- The casting for my new show is now OPEN. Apply here: https://danettemay.com/casting/ (ends on August 28th, 2026)CONNECT WITH DANETTEInstagram: @thedanettemayFacebook: Danette MayTikTok: @thedanettemayNEW TV Show on Youtube: @TheDanetteMayListen to The Danette May ShowRead my book: danettemay.com/embraceabundancebookGet The Rise book: therisebook.comWork with Danette: danettemay.comIn this episode of The Danette May Show, I'm opening up about what it feels like to move through a major life transition while everything inside of you feels like it's shifting at once. From dropping my youngest daughter off at college to navigating comparison, motherhood, vulnerability, and the emotions of entering a new era, I share what this season is teaching me about letting go, trusting what's next, and having the courage to fully jump into your life. We also explore the idea of alchemy, how the things you focus on shape the way you experience difficult seasons, and how to know when life is asking you to pivot versus stay and transform where you are.I also share more about Soul Writing Out Loud and why reconnecting with your intuition, higher power, and inner guidance can help you stop outsourcing your answers. If you're navigating change, emotional overwhelm, fear, uncertainty, or a season where you no longer recognize the version of yourself you used to be, this conversation is an invitation to reclaim your sovereignty, choose what you want to focus on, and step more fully into the next chapter of your life.IN THIS EPISODE:(0:00) The Cold Plunge Wake-Up Call(1:59) Welcome to The Danette May Show(3:50) Eclipse Energy, Emotions & Vulnerability(7:33) Entering a New Era & Asking Bigger Questions(9:19) Stop Dipping Your Toe In and Jump(11:28) Dropping My Daughter Off at College(15:57) Comparison, Motherhood & Feeling Inadequate(23:43) Turning Hard Seasons Into Alchemy(25:47) Should You Pivot or Alchemize?(31:02) Soul Writing Out Loud & Inner Guidance(34:14) What You Focus On Expands(36:08) Reclaiming Your Sovereignty(37:14) Closing Thoughts & Resources
A major plot twist is headed your way as we have our final Pisces Lunar Eclipse this week which is closing out a major story in your life. Mary Dusina joins me for our monthly live broadcast to illuminate your mind and soul on what this eclipse may have in store for you and how to navigate the disruptive change that is coming your way!⬇️3-Day 180 Retreat (September 17th, 2026)https://www.nicolefrolick.com/3-day-180-retreat⬇️Work With Nicole 1:1https://www.nicolefrolick.com/work-with-nicole⬇️Apply to be a guest on Holy Sh!t Moments with Nicolehttps://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/form/lEx4osu0nHrPQryDjwaf⬇️Do Not Age (Best Longevity Supplements To Reverse Your Biological Age)https://donotage.org/products?dna_link=1312USE COUPON AT CHECKOUT FOR 10% OFF: FROLICK10*Coupon doesn't apply to the DoNotAge “15 in 1” supplement as it's already 70% discounted⬇️Get $99 off your first order of OESTRA for women in Perimenopause or Menopausehttp://rwrd.io/7eqj6ko?c⬇️CONNECT w/ MARY Website: http://www.marydusina.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mary.dusina.7 IG: https://www.instagram.com/mary.dusina31 SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOWIf you're enjoying the show, please subscribe to iTunes and leave me a 5 star review! This is what helps the podcast stand out from the crowd and allows me to help people find a refreshing spin on spirituality with a great blend of entertainment and credible advice.Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/3wa5dnwjWebsite: http://nicolefrolick.com/Meditations: https://www.nicolefrolick.com/meditationsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nicolefrolickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolefrolick/Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/@nicolefrolickSpotify: shorturl.at/fikF7iTunes: http://apple.co/2ve7DtE00:00 Intro1:22 Opening Thoughts of the Eclipse9:38 Dolly Parton Passes Away22:00 Relief, Clarity + Change46:00 Venus in Libra54:08 All Signs Opening56:08 Aries59:47 Taurus1:01:48 Gemini1:04:12 Cancer1:06:19 Leo1:08:17 Virgo1:11:08 Libra 1:12:06 Scorpio1:13:36 Sagittarius1:16:11 Capricorn1:18:21 Aquarius 1:20:41 Pisces1:25:00 Closing Thoughts on the Full Moon in Pisces1:35:07 Intuitive Eclipse Message
(00:00:00) 230: Medical Mayhem: Sh*t They Don't Tell You! Impactions; Necrosis; GLP1A; Testosterone-Fat; & more (00:00:11) Welcome to Itchy and Bitchy (00:00:42) Doc Itchy Medical Pets Supplements (00:01:02) Introducing Medical Mayhem (00:03:50) GLP-1 Agonists and Testosterone (00:08:26) Impactions and Constipation in Older Adults (00:13:57) Perineal Necrosis: A Serious Complication (00:19:01) Coronary Calcium Score: A New Heart Health Indicator (00:24:59) IV Drips and Health Risks (00:27:35) Sex Education and the Horny Health Index (00:33:13) Closing Thoughts and New Listeners Docs are trying out a new segment that will explore and explain weird and crazy medical problems that everyone wants to hush about because they are weird or embarrasing: Concrete Poops, Corinary Calcium Scores, IV Needles, Hormonal-Fat, Penis and Vaginal Necrosis, Sex-Drive, Erectile Dysfunction, Orgasm Education, and much more....Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-and-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support.Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, holistic health, and alternative medicine ... medical gaslighting, patient advocacy , or misdiagnosis we'll call that too. For chronic illness warriors, self-advocacy seekers: WE OFFER No BS
The conversation explores the economic power of Black America, focusing on the circulation of the black dollar and the structural barriers to wealth accumulation. It emphasizes the need for real economic community investment and outlines five levels of economic community reinforcement.TakeawaysBlack America's buying power is significant but the circulation of the black dollar is limited, highlighting the need for real economic community investment.Real economic community investment involves intentional consumer choices, business investment and referral networks, capital formation and investment networks, mentorship and knowledge transfer, and political economic power.Chapters00:00 The Economic Power of Black America01:22 The Structural Barriers to Wealth Accumulation04:12 Levels of Economic Community Reinforcement10:25 Psychological Barriers to Collective Economic Investment14:23 Practical Moves for Real Economic Community Investment17:33 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action
What if 10 days of silence and meditation could help you become calmer, more aware, and better equipped to face the challenges of everyday life?If your mind is constantly busy, you struggle with cravings or emotional reactions, or you simply feel drawn to explore meditation more deeply, a 10-day Vipassana meditation course may offer a powerful way to step away from daily distractions and observe what is happening within you.In this episode, Agi speaks with Udo Marquardt, an assistant Vipassana teacher who first attended a course in 1998 and has since experienced and served many courses. They explore what Vipassana meditation is, who it is for, what actually happens during the 10 days, and why the practice can create meaningful changes in the way we respond to ourselves and the world around us.By listening to this episode, you will:Understand what to expect from a 10-day silent Vipassana meditation course and why the structure is designed the way it is.Discover how developing awareness and equanimity can help you respond differently to cravings, anxiety, difficult emotions, and challenging situations.Learn why regular practice after the course can help sustain the greater calm, clarity, and resilience developed during the retreat.Press play to find out how the practice of Vipassana can help you become more aware, more equanimous, and ultimately happier in everyday life.˚KEY POINTS AND TIMESTAMPS01:15 - Introducing Udo Marquardt03:14 - Udo's Journey to Vipassana07:54 - Who Vipassana Meditation Is For14:26 - Why the 10 Days Are Structured This Way16:27 - What to Expect From the Course20:32 - Reactions, Habits, and Overcoming Cravings23:40 - Awareness, Equanimity, and Becoming Happier26:40 - How to Prepare for a Vipassana Course29:05 - Closing Thoughts and Advice˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Vipassana website: https://dhamma.org˚Send us a textSupport the showSubscribe to our weekly email: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/email---A personal development podcast for midlife professionals, offering mindset tips and practical tools for personal growth, self mastery, personal mastery, and purposeful living. Discover psychology tips for emotional intelligence and growth mindset, including overcoming impostor syndrome and building self mastery.Personal Development Mastery features personal development interviews and solo episodes empowering professionals, entrepreneurs, and seekers to cultivate self mastery and create a meaningful, fulfilling life aligned with who they truly are.To support the show, click here.
Recorded - 8/22/2026 On Episode 386 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review the new film diving into the younger years of Anthony Bourdain before we deep dive the runner-up in our recent 2011 Pinot Best Picture vote. Does Drive hold up 15 years later? Should it have been our Best Picture runner-up? Too low? Too high" Here are the highlights:(9:35) "13th" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review(14:10) "Singing Behind Screens" - Todd Director Blindspot Review(18:40) "Don't Say Good Luck" - Zach Review(24:30) "Tony" - Featured Review"DRIVE" 15TH ANNIVERSARY DEEP DIVE(52:45) "Drive" Trivia(1:10:50) First Impressions & Thoughts(1:40:00) Mount Rushmore: Pawn Shop Sequences(1:48:10) Recasting "Drive"(2:05:15) Highest WAR, Worst Performance(2:16:20) Minor Character Triumvirate, Tripod of Depravity(2:26:15) Best Scene(2:28:50) Closing Thoughts(2:32:50) LVP, MVP, Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!http://almostsideways.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/pro_zach36/Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewayshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022https://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4mhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
Dr. Richard Massey spent decades as an anesthesiologist before walking out of the operating room and, years later, losing his medical license — a rupture that led him to Recall Healing and Family Constellations. Natasha Nazerali came the other way, raised inside German New Medicine at her mother's kitchen table before her father's sudden death turned her toward the work fully. Together for the first time, they read the same body from different angles — Richard through a single droplet of blood and lymph under the microscope, Natasha through the conflict-maps of German New Medicine — and land on the same truth: every symptom is a love story, an inherited loyalty the body carries on behalf of the family line. What follows is a conversation about the head that rages at what feels unfair and the heart that already knows, about belonging over being the black sheep, and about grief as the doorway back to the ones we never got to finish loving. Healing was never meant to happen alone.(00:00) Shamanism in Disguise (Cold Open)(00:38) Opening Conversation(02:24) Meet the Guests(09:12) CT Scans vs Live Blood(19:27) Biology as Sacred Code(26:18) Beyond The Black Sheep Label(43:59) Guilt Grief and Healing(57:37) Enter the Cave You Fear(01:02:00) Family Loyalty and Immigrant Kids(01:11:40) Natasha's Displacement Story(01:17:44) Mixed Lineages and Healing Bonds(01:25:40) Andropause(01:40:17) Closing Thoughts and EventsGuest LinksDr. Richard Massey on InstagramNatasha Nazerali — websiteNatasha Nazerali on InstagramNatasha Nazerali — coursesGNM Weekend — October 9–10, Echo Park, Los AngelesConnect with UsExplore RATH AcademyFollow us on InstagramJoin our membership Friends of the TruthWatch All Episodes
Episode 252: So Far SØ GoodArsenal begin their Premier League title defence with a 3-0 victory over Coventry City.The champions made a controlled start at the Emirates, with Christos Tzolis continuing his impressive opening weeks in an Arsenal shirt. Kai Havertz opened the scoring after strong pressing and combination play, before Bukayo Saka doubled the advantage following another flowing Arsenal move.The team review Arsenal's performance, including the return of the Ben White, Martin Ødegaard and Bukayo Saka connection, the importance of keeping key players available, and whether Arsenal's challenge this season has changed from building depth to managing it.There is also debate around Gabriel Martinelli's situation, how Arsenal should approach difficult decisions involving important players, and whether the current style of play allows Martinelli to maximise his strengths.Plus, the team discuss Mikel Merino as a potential attacking option, Viktor Gyökeres' role, where Eberechi Eze fits into the squad, and the early signs from Arsenal's title defence.Continue the discussion with us.Follow The NN Pod for more Arsenal and football content.All our links: https://beacons.ai/thennpodChapters:(00:00) - Arteta's Non-Negotiables & Intro(01:03) - Arsenal Begin Their Premier League Title Defence(03:12) - Tzolis Makes Instant Impact(06:31) - 1-0 | Havertz Finishes After Tzolis and Calafiori Link Up(08:11) - Gabriel Injury Concern & Arsenal's Response(08:11) - 2-0 | Saka Finishes After Tzolis Delivery(10:42) - The White–Ødegaard–Saka Triangle Returns(13:28) - Gabriel's Fitness & Second Half Start(14:43) - 3-0 | Ødegaard Scores After White Combination Play(16:07) - Rolling Back The Years With Arsenal's Attack(18:34) - Arsenal Manage The Game & Match Statistics(22:39) - Arteta Quotes & Ian Wright's Martinelli Comments(25:38) - The Gabriel Martinelli Debate(33:57) - Havertz, Gyökeres & Merino: Arsenal's Striker Options(40:57) - Where Does Eze Fit In?(44:21) - Arsenal's Squad Depth & Closing Thoughts
This episode of Capital Hacking features guest Joey Muré, co-founder of Wealth Without Wall Street. He shares his personal journey from working long hours climbing the corporate ladder to discovering financial strategies like the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) that allowed him to achieve true time and financial freedom. The conversation dives deep into how business owners can mimic banking systems using corporate life insurance strategies to build accessible capital and create executive loyalty plans. Joey also highlights the programs and community paths they offer to help individuals realign their cash flow, exit traditional government-regulated retirement plans, and step confidently into passive income investing. Chapters:00:00 - Introduction02:21 - Backstory and the Shift to Passive Income04:14 - Defining Freedom and Critiquing Wall Street08:05 - Deep Dive into the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC)13:09 - Corporate and Executive Life Insurance Strategies22:28 - Wealth Without Wall Street Community & Programs29:02 - Tactical Advice: 401(k)s and Contract Law32:15 - Closing Thoughts and Resourceshttps://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/capital-hacking Learn More About Accountable Equity: Visit Us: http://www.accountableequity.com/ Access eBook: https://accountableequity.com/case-study/#register Turn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger.LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify
Andrew Morgans is founder and CEO of Marknology, an Amazon brand accelerator in Kansas City. In fifteen years in e-commerce he has managed over two billion dollars in revenue across 300 brands, launched his own warehouse, and built an AI platform for profitability, PPC, and inventory.This episode explores why most brand owners still do not know their real numbers on Amazon, and why the platform needs to be managed as a P&L, not just a sales channel.Andrew breaks down how storage fees, returns, and blended ad spend across Meta and TikTok quietly eat margin, and shares how shifting from branded search to broader targeting cut one brand's cost per acquisition from forty dollars to eleven. He also discusses building a family run agency and launching his own AI software.Listeners will leave with a sharper framework for finding where their margin is actually going, and why chasing top line revenue without profitability is a losing game.Our podcast is listed in Feedspot's 100 Best E-Commerce Podcasts:https://podcast.feedspot.com/ecommerce_podcasts/Website: https://expanio.com/Podcast website: https://expanio.com/commerce-untold-podcast/Eitan Koter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eitankoter/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CommerceUntoldGuest: Andrew Morgans, Founder & CEO, MarknologyAndrew Morgans's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/watchdrewwork/Marknology: https://www.marknology.com/Key Takeaways: • Most brand owners don't actually know their numbers on Amazon, which makes profitable decisions impossible. • Managing Amazon as a P&L instead of a sales channel is the fastest way to protect margin. • Shifting ad targeting from exact-match branded search to broader terms can cut cost per acquisition dramatically, even when ROAS drops. • Vertical integration, agency, warehouse, and personal brands, works best when each piece feeds the others. • Trust with clients is built by under promising and over delivering, not by chasing every channel at once. • Viral moments don't build brands. Consistency and knowing your keyword-level margin do.Chapters:[00:16] Introducing Andrew Morgans and Marknology's Vertical Integration[03:32] Building a Family-Owned Agency From the Ground Up[08:17] Managing Amazon as a P&L, Not a Sales Channel[10:46] Where Profit Leaks: Fees, Attribution, and Hidden Costs[13:41] Case Study: Cutting Cost Per Acquisition by Broadening Targeting[17:00] Focus, Priorities, and Entrepreneurial Balance[21:09] Building an AI Platform for PPC, Inventory, and Profitability[27:43] Expanding Into New Markets and Building Client Trust[41:32] Content, Community, and Closing Thoughts on Testing
Leaders do not simply enter a room. They change it. In episode 632 of the Lawyerist Podcast, Stephanie Everett talks with Debbie Foster about leading self, the first cornerstone from their new book, Be a Next Level Leader. Debbie explains why “leaders bring the weather” and how a leader's emotions, attention, and energy can shape an entire meeting. Together, they explore what happens when leaders make promises they cannot realistically keep, become bottlenecks for their teams, or undermine decisions by delivering them as someone else's instructions. They also discuss why honoring commitments is essential to building trust, how to renegotiate a deadline without hiding behind busyness, and what it means to speak as a leader even when you disagree with a decision. Debbie and Stephanie share practical scripts, exercises, and shared language law firm teams can use to make better leadership habits part of everyday work. If you want your team to trust your word, follow your direction, and feel secure when pressure rises, better leadership starts with understanding how you show up. Listen to our previous episodes on Law Firm Leadership, Self-Awareness & Building Stronger Teams. #627: Building Stronger Law Firm Teams Through Better Communication, with Zeina Baydoun Apple | Spotify | LTN #615: How to Stop Being the Bottleneck and Build Stronger Teams, with Debbie Foster and Stephanie Everett Apple | Spotify | LTN #596: The Athlete's Mindset for Lawyers, with Jess Sargus Apple | Spotify | LTN #592: Client Care, Culture, and Character: A Framework for Great Leaders, with William O'Neal Apple | Spotify | LTN #527: Casting Your Vision and Leading Your Firm, with Kevin DeShazo Apple | Spotify | LTN Links from the episode: https://beanextlevelleader.com/ Have thoughts about today's episode? Join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X! If today's podcast resonates with you and you haven't read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Looking for help beyond the book? See if our coaching community is right for you. Access more resources from Lawyerist at lawyerist.com. Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 01:19 – Why Leadership Teams Need Shared Language 03:16 – Meet Debbie Foster 03:45 – Why Leadership Starts with Leading Self 04:13 – Leaders Bring the Weather 05:27 – Showing Up Fully Present 06:17 – How Broken Commitments Erode Trust 08:15 – When the Leader Becomes the Bottleneck 09:29 – Speak as a Leader, Not a Messenger 10:11 – Disagree, Commit & Support the Decision 12:02 – How Leaders Undermine Their Own Credibility 12:57 – Turning Leadership Theory into Practical Tools 14:31 – Scripts for Renegotiating Commitments & Receiving Feedback 16:10 – How the Book and Workbook Took Shape 17:21 – Shared Language Creates Stronger Leaders 19:26 – Leading When Responsibility Exceeds Authority 21:21 – How Do You Show Up Under Stress? 22:34 – Closing Thoughts
Mental health is becoming an increasingly important part of the conversation in sports. In this episode of the Especially for Athletes Podcast, we sit down with Braden Brown, Associate Athletic Director of Mental Health for BYU Athletics, to discuss how athletes can train their minds just like they train their bodies. Braden explains why working with a mental health professional can be every bit as valuable as working with a strength coach, nutritionist, or position coach—and why asking for help should be viewed as a commitment to getting better, not a sign of weakness. We also discuss handling pressure and intrusive thoughts, perfectionism and imposter syndrome, competing without becoming combative, the unique pressures facing female athletes, what parents can do to support their kids, and the importance of developing an identity beyond sports. This is an important conversation for athletes, parents, and coaches who want to better understand the mental side of sports.Instagaram and facebook handles@Drbradenbrown00:32:17 - Meet Braden Brown: Mental Health at BYU Athletics00:33:12 - How Mental Health in Sports Has Changed00:36:01 - What Braden Does With BYU Athletes00:38:13 - Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health00:39:27 - Asking for Help Is a Sign of Strength00:43:08 - Why Elite Athletes Are Talking About Mental Health00:45:34 - Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Body00:47:13 - Understanding Yourself as an Athlete00:50:09 - Handling Pressure: Notice, Accept, Commit00:52:30 - Perfectionism, Anxiety & Imposter Syndrome00:54:54 - Compete Without Being Combative00:58:55 - Mental Health & Female Athletes01:02:32 - What Parents of Athletes Need to Know01:03:39 - Parents: Listen More, Coach Less01:05:51 - Talk to Your Kids About More Than Sports01:07:09 - The Danger of an Athlete-Only Identity01:08:27 - Who Are You Without Your Sport?01:14:01 - Building an Identity Beyond Athletics01:15:52 - How Serving Others Helps Mental Health01:20:50 - Keep Youth Sports Fun01:24:41 - Closing Thoughts & Connecting With Braden⸻Especially for Athletes:Website: https://e4a.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EspeciallyForAthletes/X: https://x.com/E4AfamilyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/especiallyforathletes/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmbWc7diAvstLMfjBL-bMMQJoin the conversation using #E4APodcast⸻Credits: Hosted by Dustin SmithProduced by E4A and IMAGINATE STUDIO
This Summer Replay revisits Roger's 2018 conversation with Gretchen Rubin about the Four Tendencies and how understanding your personality can help you create a retirement plan and daily life that truly fit who you are.OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE RETIREMENT ANSWER MAN(00:00) Roger introduces this Summer Replay conversation with Gretchen Rubin about creating a retirement plan that fits your personality. SUMMER REPLAY: CONVERSATION WITH GRETCHEN RUBIN(01:32) Gretchen explains the Four Tendencies and how each responds to expectations.(08:25) Learn how working with your natural tendency can help you achieve your goals.(09:39) Discover how the Four Tendencies can shape your transition into retirement.(16:53) Understanding the tendencies of your spouse, family members, and coworkers can improve communication and reduce conflict.CLOSING THOUGHTS (19:40) Roger shares his thoughts on relaunching YouTube in a way that fits him and the show. REFERENCESTake Gretchen Rubin's Four Tendencies QuizThe Four Tendencies by Gretchen RubinSubmit a Question for RogerSign up for The Noodle
D23 2026 Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Episode Description D23 had a bunch of announcements - we discuss all the parks news worth knowing! Connect with us by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 02:36 - Animal Kingdom announcements 09:10 - Hollywood Studios announcements 11:32 - EPCOT announcements 13:33 - Magic Kingdom announcements 17:43 - International Parks announcements 19:11 - Disney Cruise Line announcements 22:08 - Disney's California Adventure announcements 26:18 - Disneyland announcements 28:37 - Closing Thoughts 33:47 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link. If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
For over two decades, Keli Lee ran talent and casting at ABC and Disney, shaping shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, and Modern Family while building the industry’s first program designed to get overlooked actors in front of the right people, helping launch the careers of Lupita Nyong’o, Chadwick Boseman, and Pedro Pascal. She created Disney’s first international studio from scratch, all while crisscrossing time zones between London, Australia, and LA for four years straight. And then her heart stopped, leading to eight days in the ICU that changed everything. On this episode of She Pivots, Keli talks about the night Viola Davis made history, the toll of nonstop work, how her father’s illness sent her looking into her own family history, and how that journey became the foundation for her brand Kurioscity, built to help others live with more intention. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to She Pivots 00:28 Guest Introduction: Keli Lee 04:28 From South Korea to All Over the USA 10:08 New York City: If You Can Make It Here... 12:39 Getting Into Casting 18:17 Disney and Diverse Representation 27:26 The Toll: A Near-Death Experience 33:13 Pivoting to Women's Soccer Ownership 35:47 The Art of Identifying the Undervalued 39:37 Do You Think You'll Pivot Again? 40:49 Closing Thoughts and Show Information You can Follow Keli on Instagram @kelilee7 and you can scheck out her substack for Kurioscity at https://kelilee.substack.com/ Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a pivot story, leave us a rating (it really helps!), and share this episode with a woman in your life who you think needs a little inspiration. She Pivots is a podcast created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight influential women voices, share stories of bold career moves, and inspire women with interviews about career reinvention and how personal pivots can redefine professional success. Join our Substack community! Subscribe here for exclusive content and to connect with other pivoters: shepivots.substack.com Learn more about the inspiring women in our pivoter community by following us on instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast, and check out our website shepivotspod.com for resources and updates. She Pivots is proud to be an iHeart podcast.Support the show: https://www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Turner Construction's Drew Kerr, Vice President and General Manager of xPL Offsite, explains how xPL is redefining construction through offsite manufacturing and deep supply chain integration, starting with data centers and expanding into sectors like semiconductors, healthcare, and industrial facilities. He contrasts traditional, fragmented construction with xPL's unified model that centralizes manufacturing, supply chain, and field installation to handle unprecedented demand and labor shortages. Using a rapid 30MW data center deployment as a case study, Drew shows how close coordination, prefabrication, and early procurement decisions enabled timelines that would be impossible under conventional methods. He also discusses the limits of true “manufacturing” in construction today, xPL's use of automation and robotics, and why he believes modularization will become the dominant way we build in the next century. Highlights from their conversation include: Drew's Background at Turner and Personal Story (0:54) What xPL Offsite Does and Why It Was Created (2:02) How Exponential Party Logistics Reimagines Construction Supply Chains (4:15) Industrial Renaissance, Data Centers, and Physical Economy Bottlenecks (7:25) Why Offsite Construction Is Not Yet True Manufacturing (8:23) Case Study: 30MW “Emergency” Data Center Deployment (10:36) How Integrated Teams Beat Traditional Construction Timelines (11:06) Labor Shortage, Skilled Trades, and Bringing Work to Workers (13:25) Role of Automation, Robotics, and Smart Factory Concepts (15:50) Expanding Beyond Data Centers Into Healthcare, Sports, and Industrial (19:38) Future of Construction and Shift to Modularized Building Models (21:51) Global Modularization Vision for Turner and ACS (24:10) Closing Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up (25:29) Dynamo Ventures is a venture firm backing founders upgrading the physical economy. As intelligence moves into critical infrastructure and technology collides with physics, industry is entering a new era of transformation - the industrial renaissance. Born from the dirt and grit of supply chains and shaped by operations, not spreadsheets, Dynamo focuses on the complex realities of building in the real world. We invest in companies transforming infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, and the systems that power global commerce. Dynamo works closely with founders who combine ambition with a bias to action, bringing a builder mindset to venture capital through deep operational insight, systematic pressure-testing and hands-on partnership. Our purpose is simple: to back the relentless shaping the industrial renaissance. Learn more at www.dynamo.vc Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper welcome Alex Curran, CEO of Aptitude Software, to discuss AI-native ERP, the changing role of CFOs, and how finance teams can prepare for AI adoption. Alex explains why strong data foundations, flexible architecture, and real-time finance systems are becoming essential.Alex Curran is the CEO of Aptitude Software, a company with decades of experience building finance solutions for complex organizations. After more than 12 years at Aptitude, Alex became CEO in late 2023 and now leads the company's focus on AI-native finance technology, including the Fynapse platform.In this episode, you will discover:Why CFOs are becoming strategic partners in business decisions.Why clean, detailed data is essential for effective AI adoption.What makes an ERP system truly AI-native.How CFOs can evaluate legacy and newer AI-native ERP platforms.Why flexible AI models and real-time finance are becoming more important.Alex explains that successful AI adoption requires more than adding AI features to existing finance systems. Organizations need the right data and architecture to support changing AI technologies while meeting complex finance requirements. Follow Glenn:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbhopperiiiFollow Paul:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyFollow Alex:Website: http://fynapse.app/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-curran-9aa593b/Future Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai. Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.In Today's Episode:[00:56] – Meet Alex Curran[02:32] – Aptitude Software and Fynapse[05:16] – The Changing CFO Role[07:03] – Finance's Data Problem[10:53] – AI-Native Finance Systems[14:33] – Evaluating ERP Options[17:32] – The Future of AI-Native ERP[18:59] – Closing Thoughts
Your face gets the full routine: serums, SPF, the works. Your body? Random drugstore lotion, if that. In this solo episode, Beatea and Natascha (the mother-daughter duo behind Boutique Skin Envie) break down the full summer body survival guide: bumpy arms, cellulite, stretch marks, sweat and self-tanning, no shame, no miracle claims, just what actually works. They cover why body skin ages faster than you think, the real difference between deodorant and antiperspirant, why "no cream erases cellulite" is the truth nobody wants to hear, and how to get a natural-looking tan without ever going in the sun.
Podcast Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to the Real Boss Series with Tom Dheere Anne and Tom introduce the conversation and discuss how Anne's fashion interests have changed what she sees in her social media feed. 01:10 – How Social Media Algorithms Learn Your Interests Why the content you consume influences what platforms continue showing you—and what that means for voice actors. 02:40 – What Voice Actors Should Be Posting on Social Media Tom breaks down the two sides of social media: what you consume and what you create. 04:06 – Why Video Continues to Matter for Voice Actors Anne and Tom discuss video content, engagement, and creating content people actually find useful. 05:26 – The Two Audiences Voice Actors Need to Understand Why different voiceover genres may require different approaches to social media and why voice seekers aren't necessarily watching your content. 07:15 – "Charming the Humans While Feeding the Robots" Tom introduces one of the central ideas of the conversation: balancing human engagement with algorithmic visibility. 09:37 – Expertise, Experience, Authority, and Trust How E-E-A-T can help voice actors think more strategically about the content they publish. 11:08 – Stop Making Social Media a Hard Sell Why "I'm looking for work" and constant self-promotion can work against you. 12:06 – Your Comments Are Part of Your Professional Reputation How interactions, arguments, and behavior inside social media groups can affect how people perceive you. 14:47 – Tom's Failed 50-Video Social Media Campaign Tom shares the experiment that didn't work—and how turning the failure into content produced a much better result. 18:07 – Understanding Impressions and Social Media Reach Tom explains how LinkedIn impressions can expand the audience beyond your immediate connections. 19:44 – Why Vulnerability Creates Better Content Tom discusses his most successful blog posts and why people respond to mistakes, honesty, and lessons learned. 22:30 – You Don't Have to Be an Expert to Have Something to Say How sharing your own journey can become useful content even when you don't feel like you have anything important to contribute. 24:19 – Why Other Voice Actors Matter to Your Career Tom shares data from his business tracking and explains how fellow voice actors have contributed to his opportunities. 26:14 – Treat Your Social Media Like Your Voiceover Performance Why being friendly, conversational, authentic, and helpful applies both on the microphone and online. 27:50 – Your Passion Can Become Your Marketing Anne and Tom explore how hobbies and interests can attract people who eventually discover your voiceover work. 28:25 – Know, Like, and Trust: Becoming Memorable Why social media can be more effective when the goal is familiarity rather than a direct sale. 29:07 – Social Media Is Changing, So Your Strategy Has to Change Too Anne and Tom discuss the increasingly visible role of algorithms and why voice actors need to pay attention. 30:30 – The E-E-A-T Takeaway for Voice Actors Tom breaks down Expertise, Experience, Authority, and Trust as a framework for social media content. 31:12 – Closing Thoughts and IPDTL Top 10 Lessons From This Episode 1. Social media is not your digital business card. Simply announcing that you're a voice actor doesn't give people much reason to pay attention. Give them something useful, entertaining, interesting, or memorable instead. 2. Your audience may find you because of something completely unrelated to voiceover. A passion, hobby, personality trait, or unusual interest can become the doorway through which someone discovers your voiceover work. 3. A failed experiment can become successful content. Tom's 50-video campaign didn't produce the results he expected, but sharing what went wrong created a much stronger piece of content. 4. Vulnerability can demonstrate authority. Talking honestly about mistakes doesn't necessarily weaken your professional image. When you explain what you learned, it can demonstrate experience and credibility. 5. Different voiceover genres may require different social strategies. Tom's example of audiobook narration shows why understanding where your potential buyers spend time matters. 6. Don't assume going viral means you've built a business. A large number of views can create awareness, but attention only becomes useful when people have a reason to remember you and understand what you offer. 7. Your comments are part of your brand. The way you behave on someone else's post can tell potential clients just as much about you as the content you publish yourself. 8. Your fellow voice actors aren't simply your competition. Tom's tracking shows how much opportunity can originate from other voice actors. Community can become a meaningful source of referrals and professional growth. 9. Give people the answer instead of forcing them to click. Tom's LinkedIn example demonstrates why useful content should stand on its own. If people find the information valuable, they can choose to explore further. 10. Think about being remembered, not constantly being hired. The strongest social media strategy may be the one that makes people familiar with your personality, expertise, and approach so you're already on their radar when an opportunity appears. Listen to the Full Episode There is a lot more to this conversation than simply "post more on social media." Tom and I get into what happened when one of his carefully planned content campaigns completely missed the mark, why his most successful writing often comes from mistakes, how voice actors can use their interests to attract attention, and why your relationships with other voice actors may be more valuable to your career than you realize. We also talk about the increasingly important relationship between social media, search, AI, algorithms, and the way your professional reputation is discovered online. Listen to the full VO BOSS Podcast episode with Tom Dheere to hear the complete conversation.
How much power does the First Order actually have, and how much is projection? (And does it even matter?)These are the central questions of our recap of the final Star Wars: Resistance episodes before Episode VII, The Force Awakens: “The New Trooper” and “The Core Problem” (Season 1, Episodes 16–17).We try to understand the shape of the First Order, the scope of their power, and how much influence they have based on fear and intimidation vs. actual military force. We also wonder how many First Order troops are true believers, and how many have been indoctrinated to the cause.Want more Growing Up Skywalker? This is a great time to sign up for our Patreon for bonus audio content! We're beginning The Ninth Jedi coverage next week.Timestamps:00:00:00 Who Are We?00:04:36 Plot Summary00:11:40 Power versus Power Projection00:43:14 First Order Reconditioning00:52:50 Bae Watch01:02:43 Closing Thoughts
Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsorsNeed to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERELaunch your tool game to the next level with Launch Tech USA! HEREIn this episode, Dustin Stutzman, a shop foreman and high-efficiency flat-rate technician, shares why he left engineering for the automotive industry and how he became a master technician without a dedicated mentor. Drawing from years in dealership service departments, Dustin explains how flat-rate pay, poor dispatching, and corporate policies often discourage quality repairs and technician development. The conversation explores AI, diagnostic pay, training, dealership culture, and what it will take to retain skilled technicians in the future.Timestamps:00:00 Learning Without Mentors 00:47 From Engineering to Automotive 01:51 Work-Life Balance and Career Values 04:45 AI and the Future of Service Advisors 07:16 Paying Technicians for Video Inspections 11:45 The Shop Foreman Role 14:07 Dispatching Work by Skill Level 17:19 Solving a Cold-Start No-Start Mystery 23:31 Fighting for Diagnostic Pay 24:50 Feeling Appreciated by Great Leadership 30:00 Leaving After Pay Cuts 34:46 Dealer Groups and Industry Consolidation 39:48 Becoming a Chrysler Master Technician 42:40 Life on the Training Road 43:27 Why Dustin Avoided GM 44:30 Diesel Emissions and Warranty Pay 49:02 Getting Diagnostic Time Approved Upfront 55:40 Quoting Worst-Case Repairs 57:53 Service vs. Parts Department Friction 01:03:41 Dispatch Roulette at Dealerships 01:05:15 Demanding Real Diagnostic Data 01:05:46 The Air Filter Diagnostic Lesson 01:11:25 Old-School Electrical Diagnostics 01:13:57 Chrysler Warranty Pay and the Neon Squeak 01:15:19 The 40-Hour Dash Rattle 01:16:46 Brick Road Dash Rattle 01:17:32 One-Shot Repair Success 01:18:06 Foam-Filled Repair Solution 01:19:25 Why Dustin Praises Chrysler WiTech 01:21:09 Preventive Maintenance Matters 01:22:34 Oil Change Reality Check 01:25:19 The Cost of Oil Neglect 01:29:45 Training Technicians Under Flat Rate 01:33:18 The Missing Career Path for New Techs 01:34:39 Learning by Doing 01:37:45 Advocating for Better Pay and Metrics 01:41:20 Dealer Groups and Technician Burnout 01:45:07 The Technician Shortage and Pay Gap 01:50:16 Keeping Great Technicians 01:53:16 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Events Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232
In this episode, Reuben Saltzman and Tessa Murry are joined by Andrew Harshman of AJF Inspections in Arizona to discuss builder workmanship inspections and the growing demand for detailed inspections of new construction homes. They explore Arizona's workmanship standards for licensed contractors, how these inspections differ from traditional home inspections, and why homeowners are requesting a closer look at cosmetic and construction defects. Andrew explains how his company structures these inspections, the importance of documenting defects within warranty periods, specialized inspection tools, pricing considerations, builder restrictions, and how inspection companies can create a specialized service around new construction standards.Here's the link to Inspector Empire Builder:https://www.iebcoaching.com/eventsTakeawaysBuilder workmanship inspections are more detailed than traditional home inspections and focus heavily on cosmetic defects and construction standards.Arizona has workmanship standards for licensed contractors covering areas such as HVAC, electrical, cabinets, concrete, landscaping, and more.Some defects must be documented within specific periods, including a 10-day window for certain issues, a one-year window for others, and broader two-year warranty coverage.A separate workmanship report helps distinguish standards-based findings from recommendations typically included in a regular home inspection report.These inspections can take two to three times longer than traditional inspections because inspectors document many additional details and cosmetic issues.Common findings include damaged surfaces, stucco issues, landscaping concerns, improperly positioned light switches, tile problems, shower surround gaps, and electrical equipment that is not level, plumb, or true.Inspectors may use specialized tools such as gap gauges, tile-tapping tools, and levels to identify workmanship issues that might otherwise be overlooked.Homeowners should understand that builder workmanship inspections are an additional level of service and are not necessarily included in a standard new construction inspection.Training a dedicated team and using a separate report template can help inspection companies maintain consistency and efficiency.Builder restrictions may limit what inspectors can inspect before the homeowner takes ownership, so these limitations should be clearly communicated and documented.The key takeaway: Builder workmanship inspections can provide significant value for new construction homeowners, but inspectors need clear standards, proper training, specialized tools, and a well-defined scope of service.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Welcome to the Show01:42 Introducing Andrew Harshman of AJF Inspections02:04 Andrew's Background and How He Became a Home Inspector03:47 What Is Launchpad?05:28 Finding Andrew Harshman Online05:51 Why Arizona Is Driving the Builder Workmanship Discussion06:51 Arizona's Workmanship Standards for Licensed Contractors08:19 Warranty Periods and Why Documentation Matters09:23 Blue Tape Inspections vs. Regular Home Inspections10:31 Creating a Separate Builder Workmanship Inspection Report11:38 Comparing Arizona's Standards to Minnesota12:08 The Role of the Registrar of Contractors13:27 Types of New Construction and Warranty Inspections14:53 Pricing Builder Workmanship Inspections15:24 What Is a Builder Workmanship Inspection?16:22 Educating Clients About the Additional Service17:44 Combining New Construction and Warranty Inspections18:37 Why Homeowners Are Requesting Workmanship Inspections19:17 Detailed Standards and Nitpicky Inspection Findings20:43 Do Inspectors Enjoy Doing Builder Workmanship Inspections?21:04 The Challenges and Benefits of Detailed Inspections23:07 Building a Specialized Workmanship Inspection Team24:37 Separate Report Templates for Workmanship Standards25:36 Why Keeping the Workmanship Report Separate Matters26:14 Should a Home Inspector Perform the Workmanship Inspection?27:14 Applying Broad Workmanship Standards to Additional Defects28:40 Using Specialized Tools to Measure Construction Defects29:19 How Builders Respond to Detailed Workmanship Inspections30:10 Electrical Equipment, Levelness, and Acceptable Tolerances31:20 Why New Construction Homes Aren't Always Perfect32:07 Managing Two Inspection Templates During an Inspection32:37 Training Inspectors to Know the Workmanship Standards33:26 Documenting Issues That Fall Outside Specific Standards34:14 How Many Clients Choose the Workmanship Inspection?35:13 The Value of Clearly Defining Inspection Services36:20 The Growing Market for Cosmetic Inspection Services37:06 Creating Workmanship Standards for Different Builders37:37 Builder Restrictions and Communicating Inspection Limitations38:56 Specialized Tools and Techniques for Detailed Inspections40:01 Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Andrew Harshman41:02 Final Thoughts and Listener Feedback
War Expands, Trump's Security Fears, and the Case for Commodities as AI Accelerates The speakers discuss the ongoing war and recent reports of Trump appearing fearful, citing images of him golfing behind concertina wire with air-defense systems and an earlier escape in a catering vehicle, alongside a $10,000 bet that he will not finish his term. They warn of potential Iranian retaliation and domestic blowback, arguing MANPADS and simple, hobby-like drones could be used against U.S. targets, and note a pattern of attacks on energy infrastructure, including Libyan oil facilities. They advocate owning gold and commodity/resource stocks, promoting a "Crisis Investing" portfolio and criticizing AI/chip stocks as a bubble. The conversation also covers alleged U.S. attacks on boats at sea, rumors of low morale and cover-ups on U.S. carriers, reflections on My Lai and Seymour Hersh, objections to Trump naming the Kennedy Center after himself, and optimism about SpaceX, AI, robots, and a coming productivity surge despite looming financial risks. 00:00 Trump on the Run 01:10 The $10K Trump Bet 02:42 Golfing Behind Wire 04:03 Iran Blowback Fears 05:32 Homemade Drones Threat 07:57 War Hits Energy Markets 08:59 Crisis Investing Picks 10:55 Drug Boats and Rogue Ops 12:47 Drug War Counterargument 14:27 Carrier Suicides and Mutiny 16:19 Navy Logistics Breakdown 19:05 Society Jobs and Colleges 20:57 My Lai and Military Rot 23:43 Kennedy Center Naming Row 27:05 Elon SpaceX and AI Future 31:45 Singularity vs Collapse 34:48 Be a Creator Not Consumer 35:47 Lifeboat Education and Assets 37:01 Closing Thoughts
What does connection mean to you? How do you know when you're feeling connected?Connection is foundational to building trust, and trust is an essential quality that any team or relationship needs to grow.Yet in many relationships, both personally and professionally, we tolerate disconnection. We miss the early signals of missed deadlines, the subtle cues of quiet resentment, and the team that's compliant and even productive, but not engaged. Until disconnection creates the distrust, the dis-ease, and the erosion of psychological safety that, left unchecked, hijacks even the strongest relationships, teams, and organizations.Leaders and their teams need to not only learn to identify markers of disconnection early, but to also develop the skills to repair it. The goal isn't a team that never ruptures. It's a team that knows how to reconnect.That's why I'm so excited to talk with my guest today about her work that integrates well-being science, positive psychology, and systems-level leadership to help organizations uncover what it takes to build connected, thriving teams where well-being and high performance can truly coexist.Jamie Shapiro, PhD, is a Keynote Speaker, Master Certified Executive Coach, organizational psychologist, researcher and the CEO of Connected EC. Jamie's approach blends science, strategy, and lived leadership experience to her work with CEOs and executive teams navigating growth, complexity, and cultural transformation.Jamie is the author of Brilliant: Be the Leader Who Shines Brightly Without Burning Out and Connected Culture: The New Science for Thriving Teams and Cultures. She is also the founder of the Leader and Organization Vitality (LOV) Center, a research institute that advances the science of leadership vitality, culture, and performance and bridges the gap between research and real-world practice.Listen to the full episode to hear: How Jamie's personal experience with cycles of burnout in the corporate world informs her research and coaching practiceThe physical, mental, and emotional impacts of trust and connection on teamsWhy Jamie's model for thriving teams has trust, care, and connection at its coreWhat corporate culture consistently gets wrong about candid communication and the number one way to improve itWhat we can learn from chickens about building high-performing teamsHow psychological safety and connection positively drive performanceLearn more about Jamie Shapiro:Connected ECConnect on LinkedInBrilliant: Be The Leader Who Shines Brightly Without Burning OutConnected Culture: The New Science for Thriving Teams and CulturesLearn more about Rebecca:rebeccaching.comWork With RebeccaThe Unburdened Leader on SubstackSign up for the weekly Unburdened Leader EmailResources:Links The Gifts of Imperfection, Brené BrownLoneliness: Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection, John T Cacioppo and William PatrickThe Neuroscience of Trust, Paul J. Zak | Harvard Business ReviewThe Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth, Amy C. EdmondsonRight Use of Power InstituteShaping Power for Good: Wayfinding to Right Relationship, Amanda AguileraSuper-Chicken ModelJust One Word: The Surprisingly Simple Method to Discover Your Purpose and Unleash Your Power, Erin WeedILLENIUMOff CampusVoicemails for IsabelleSixteen CandlesChapters:(00:22) - Introduction (07:33) - New Book and Career Pivot (11:33) - Support Systems (13:38) - Burnout to Vitality Research (16:10) - Trust Fuels Team Energy (21:29) - Connection Model and Accountability (24:36) - Defining candid communication (27:59) - Psychological Safety Reframed (30:00) - Listening and Power Dynamics (32:58) - High Performer Chicken Study (37:46) - From Doing To Being (41:21) - Safety Versus Accountability Myth (48:30) - Defining Leadership (49:52) - Quick Fire Questions (55:51) - How to Connect (56:35) - Closing Thoughts
Clark Neily joins us once again, this time to discuss the thorny matter of constitutional interpretation.00:00 Introduction and Overview00:26 TSA Phone Searches and the Right to Privacy06:26 The University of Michigan Abandons Traditional Grades10:31 Foolishness of the Week: Transgender Athletes and the WNBA18:48 Clark Neily on How to Read the Constitution21:54 Originalism vs. Textualism27:02 Applying the Constitution to Modern Technology30:31 Wiretapping, Smartphones, and the Fourth Amendment33:06 Constitutional Rights at the Border36:54 What the Constitution Really Means by a “Jury”40:22 Original Meaning and the Second Amendment50:01 The Right to Bear Arms and Resisting Government57:36 Equal Protection and the Fourteenth Amendment01:09:49 How Far Does the Second Amendment Go?01:13:35 What Does It Mean to “Infringe” a Right?01:25:14 The Forgotten Privileges or Immunities Clause01:27:07 Closing Thoughts
When everything feels urgent, meaningful work rarely gets the attention it deserves. In episode 631 of the Lawyerist Podcast, Zack Glaser talks with leadership researcher and author Shawn Vanderhoven about how law firm leaders can create the clarity their teams need to focus and perform at their best. Drawing from his book, Pause: How to Lead Brilliant Work in a Busy World, Shawn explains why effective leadership sometimes requires slowing down before moving forward. He shares what his research revealed about the behaviors that improve focus, the leadership habits that amplify distraction, and why teams struggle when every project is treated like a top priority. Together, they explore how to make realistic tradeoffs, involve your team in prioritization, delegate without derailing someone's entire day, and create systems that make difficult conversations easier. Shawn also explains why asking, “What will it take to do this well?” can lead to better decisions than simply asking whether the work can get done. If your law firm is juggling too many priorities, this episode offers practical ways to reduce distraction, lead with greater clarity, and create space for work your team can be proud of. Listen to our previous episodes on Law Firm Leadership & Building Stronger Teams. #627: Building Stronger Law Firm Teams Through Better Communication, with Zeina Baydoun Apple | Spotify | LTN #615: How to Stop Being the Bottleneck and Build Stronger Teams, with Debbie Foster and Stephanie Everett Apple | Spotify | LTN #604: From Practice to Business: Scaling Beyond Yourself, with Andy Hays Apple | Spotify | LTN #592: Client Care, Culture, and Character: A Framework for Great Leaders, with William O'Neal Apple | Spotify | LTN #541: Why the Best Teams Have Keystone Conversations, with Michael Bungay Stanier Apple | Spotify | LTN Links from the episode: https://www.pausebook.co/ Have thoughts about today's episode? Join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X! If today's podcast resonates with you and you haven't read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Looking for help beyond the book? See if our coaching community is right for you. Access more resources from Lawyerist at lawyerist.com. Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 00:25 – A Different Kind of Law Firm Conference 03:10 – LabCon for Law Firm Leaders 07:05 – What Is Broken About Law Firm Intake 11:30 – How to Secret Shop Your Firm 15:15 – The Role of AI in Client Intake 20:45 – Why Clients Still Want Access to Humans 26:30 – Meet Shawn Vanderhoven 29:15 – Why Leaders Need to Pause 30:25 – How Leadership Can Improve Focus 33:25 – When Everything Feels Important 37:15 – Making Prioritization a Team Sport 40:20 – Choosing Your Majors and Minors 42:45 – A Better Way to Delegate Work 46:10 – Navigating Competing Priorities 49:10 – Making Difficult Conversations Easier 54:45 – Creating Clarity Around What Matters 56:10 – Pausing to Help Your Team Move Faster 59:05 – Closing Thoughts
Have you ever found yourself staring at a brightly colored gummy bottle in the pharmacy aisle, hoping a quick supplement fix will finally give you a full night of uninterrupted sleep? The promise of an easy solution is incredibly tempting, but what if these trendy sleep hacks are actually masking deeper behavioral shifts your child really needs? In this episode, I connect with pediatrician and sleep medicine specialist Dr. Craig Canapari to separate social media fiction from clinical fact when it comes to pediatric sleep aids. Dr. Canapari breaks down the true neuroscience behind melatonin as a hormone, shines a light on the dramatic rise in accidental supplement overdoses, and uncovers what the data actually says about the viral magnesium foot rub trend. The Rise of the "Purple Aisle": Why exhausted parents and heavy marketing are driving an unprecedented surge in pediatric sleep supplements. Melatonin is a Hormone, Not Candy: The vital distinction between a natural biological trigger and utilizing exogenous melatonin as a hypnotic knockout pill. The Nuance of Dosing: How melatonin can genuinely support neurodiverse children (like those with autism or ADHD) and why timing it right is everything. The Poison Control Warning: The alarming 500% spike in melatonin overdoses and the critical danger of loose food supplement regulation. Diving into the Magnesium Hype: Sorting through the TikTok claims of magnesium sprays and lotions to find out if there is any real pediatric evidence behind them. The True Root of Sleep Issues: Why natural fads often act as a barrier to established, highly effective behavioral sleep hygiene adjustments. The 20-Second Sleep Pitch: Dr. Canapari's foundational pillars—from consistent wake times to the ultimate goal of independent sleep—to safely reclaim your family's rest. Connect with Dr. Craig Canapari on Instagram @drcanapari, visit his site www.drcraigcanapari.com and buy his book It's Never Too Late To Sleep Train: https://amzn.to/45UnnlX (paid link) Sleep edit podcast: https://drcraigcanapari.com/podcast/episode-12-melatonin-and-magnesium-oh-my/ IPSA position paper on melatonin in typically developing children: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1389945725000474 Magnesium: https://drcraigcanapari.com/magnesium-for-kids-sleep/ https://drcraigcanapari.com/magnesium-sprays-and-lotions/ Melatonin: https://drcraigcanapari.com/should-my-child-take-melatonin-a-guide-for-parents/ https://drcraigcanapari.com/melatonin-overdoses 00:00:00 - Introduction to Sleep Supplements 00:00:41 - Meet Dr. Craig Canapari 00:03:10 - Dr. Canapari's Background & Yale Pediatric Sleep Center 00:06:44 - The Rise in Supplement Use 00:10:41 - Melatonin Explained: How It Works & Dosing Risks 00:18:10 - When Melatonin Can Be Beneficial 00:22:00 - Magnesium for Kids: Hype vs. Evidence 00:33:09 - Topical Magnesium Sprays & Safety Concerns 00:43:56 - Foundational Sleep Habits & Independent Sleep 00:47:35 - Closing Thoughts & Where to Find Dr. Canapari Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter! Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: https://shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk (paid link) And don't forget to follow @pedsdoctalkpodcast on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Host Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with philosopher, author, and cultural thinker Dr. Marc Gafni for a wide-ranging conversation that is equal parts philosophical deep-dive and urgent call to action. Dr. Gafni, whose work spans Oxford-trained philosophy, mystical traditions, evolutionary theory, and cutting-edge science, makes the case that humanity is at a critical inflection point, facing what he calls the "metacrisis": a convergence of existential threats that cannot be solved by fixing infrastructure or social structures alone. The only real solution, he argues, is changing the story of value from which we generate reality itself. Drawing on his landmark book “First Principles and First Values,” Dr. Gafni unpacks why value is not a human invention but a fundamental property of the cosmos, and why reclaiming that understanding is the most important rebellion of our time. In this episode, Darius and Dr. Marc will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to Dr. Marc Gafni (12:14) Exploring First Values and Their Importance (23:57) The Role of Ego in Human Experience (47:58) Vision for a Humane Future (01:02:04) Closing Thoughts and Call to Action Dr. Marc Gafni is a visionary philosopher, social activist, and author whose work explores consciousness, human development, and evolutionary thought. He is the creator of influential frameworks such as Unique Self theory, the Five Selves, and CosmoErotic Humanism, and the author of more than 25 books, including the award-winning Your Unique Self: The Radical Path to Personal Enlightenment. His recent work includes Whole Mate, Evolution of Love from Quarks to Culture, and the First Principles and First Values series, co-authored under the pseudonym David J. Temple with Zak Stein and Ken Wilber, advancing a new philosophy for addressing the global meta-crisis and the future of humanity. Connect with Dr. Marc Global community: www.whowemustbecome.com Download Chapter 1-5 of First Principles & First Values: https://worldphilosophyandreligion.org/free-download-chapter-1-5-of-first-principles-and-first-values First Principles and First Values (book): https://www.amazon.com/First-Principles-Values-Propositions-CosmoErotic/dp/B0DZP633BB Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.
As part of Roger's summer replay series, he revisits a conversation with Peter Lazaroff about the value of elegant simplicity in retirement investing. They discuss why more sophisticated strategies are not necessarily better, how added complexity can create unexpected risks, and why the money supporting your retirement should remain separate from any “play money” used to explore alternative investments. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE RETIREMENT ANSWER MAN(00:01) Roger introduces the benefits of simplifying your investments rather than continually adding new strategies.RERUN: KEEPING INVESTMENTS SIMPLE WITH PETER LAZAROFF(01:56) Roger and Peter discuss elegant simplicity, private investments, and why adding complexity to your portfolio may create more risk and work without meaningfully improving your retirement.(20:18) As private investments become more widely available, Peter shares a framework for deciding whether an investment truly belongs in your portfolio.(32:02) Roger and Peter discuss when added complexity may serve a purpose and why private investments should not be a core part of the strategy securing your retirement.CLOSING THOUGHTS(40:05) Roger connects elegant simplicity with the 80/20 rule and the theme of the upcoming Rock Retirement Club Roundup.REFERENCESLearn more about Peter LazaroffPre-Order Peter's New Book: The Perfect Portfolio Submit a Question for RogerSign up for The NoodleNote: The opinions expressed are for informational purposes only and should not replace personalized advice from licensed professionals.
Did you miss the first edition of our Training Talk video series? You are in luck as the Supporters Club embargo has ended! In this exclusive 1-on-1 interview, LetsRun.com co-founder Robert Johnson sits down with Dr. Marius Bakken—13:06 5000m runner, two-time Norwegian Olympian, medical doctor, and the true mastermind behind the double threshold "Norwegian Method" training system used by Jakob Ingebrigtsen and elites worldwide. Bakken breaks down the physiological logic behind double threshold, why the muscular system (not the heart or lungs) is the true limiting factor for distance runners, how to properly use lactate meters, super shoe technology, and why easy days MUST stay easy. If you liked interview, then you need to read the article we wrote as he answered some additional questions via email after we recorded.