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Thursday, 1 October 2026 They love the best places at feasts, the best seats in the synagogues, Matthew 23:6 “They affectionate, also, the first-reclining in the suppers, and the first-sittings in the synagogues.” (CG) In the previous verse, Jesus noted how the scribes and Pharisees widened their phylacteries and enlarged the tassels of their garments. He continues with their self-serving attitude, saying, “They affectionate, also, the first-reclining in the suppers.” There are a couple of new words. The first is prótoklisia, a first-sitting. It is derived from protos, foremost (in time, place, order, or importance), and klisia, reclination, as when sitting in a lounge chair or lying back on something. The idea here is the most important seat at a meal, where people recline at low tables. This is a meal, as seen in the next new word, deipnon, the chief meal, usually in the evening. Of this seating, the Pulpit Commentary says – “The custom of reclining on cushions set in horseshoe fashion at three sides of the table was now prevalent... The place of honour is said to have been at the upper end of the right side, the president being placed, not in the centre of that end of the table which faced the opening, but at the side. The most honoured guest would be at his right hand... There was often much manoeuvring to obtain this post, and many petty squabbles about precedence arose on every festal occasion.” The point is that even during meals, these men strove to be recognized as the most important by being seated more honorably than others. Along with this, Jesus says, “and the first-sittings in the synagogues.” Another new word is seen, prótokathedria, the first sitting. It is derived from protos, foremost, and kathedra, a bench. Again, the Pulpit Commentary, citing Edersheim, provides an explanation of the intent – The synagogue “was built of stone, with an entrance generally on the south, and so arranged that the worshippers might direct their prayers towards Jerusalem. In the centre was placed the lectern of the reader; the women's gallery was at the north end. ‘The inside plan is generally that of two double colonnades, which seem to have formed the body of the synagogue, the aisles east and west being probably used as passages. At the south end, facing north, is a movable ark, containing the sacred rolls of the Law and the prophets. Right before the ark, and facing the people, are the seats of honour, for the rulers of the synagogue and the honourable.' These were the places for which the Pharisees contended, thinking more of gaining these, where they could sit enthroned in the sight of the congregation, than of the Divine worship which nominally they came to offer.” This was a me-centered aspect of the religious life of the scribes and Pharisees. They wanted to be seen as important in the eyes of everyone, and these were ways they could obtain such recognition. Life application: Jesus has already given His disciples instruction on such attitudes – “But Jesus called them to Himself and said, ‘You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and those who are great exercise authority over them. 26 Yet it shall not be so among you; but whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant. 27 And whoever desires to be first among you, let him be your slave— 28 just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.'” Matthew 20:25-28 Paul wrote about this mindset as well – “Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. 4 Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.” Philippians 2:3, 4 In James 2, we read of showing partiality, something similar in thought, but from the other side of the matter. In these and other examples, we can learn that God does not look with favor on those who are consumed with themselves or who treat others poorly. Each of us, therefore, should evaluate ourselves and our actions toward others, understanding that we are just people, like all others. Conducting our affairs in life as God desires is what assigns value to us. Therefore, let us endeavor to be pleasing to Him in this manner as we live our lives in His presence. Heavenly Father, help us not to seek to exalt ourselves in the eyes of others, but to live with humility, knowing that You are evaluating us. May we always think of others as better than us, showing them kind respect no matter who they are. To Your glory, we pray. Amen.
What separates useful design research from simply asking people what they want?In this episode of Designing in the Wild, Rob sits down with longtime friend and colleague Jill Bohaboy, owner of Trek Solutions, to explore the craft of consumer and design research, and how better observation, better questions, and a willingness to explore can uncover needs people may not be able to articulate themselves.Jill brings years of experience conducting research across an enormous range of industries and product categories. Together, Jill and Rob revisit some of the research they've conducted over the years and unpack the methods behind it—from observational research and shop-alongs to qualitative interviews, quantitative studies, co-creation, and hands-on "build-it" sessions.They also get into one of the biggest challenges in research: bias. How do you ask questions without steering the answer? How do you identify the right people to speak with? And how do you get beyond what someone says to understand what their behavior is actually telling you?For designers and smaller teams, Jill also makes an important case that meaningful research doesn't necessarily require a Fortune 500 budget. Sometimes it starts by simply getting out from behind the computer, watching people interact with the world, and asking a thoughtful question.In this episode:• Qualitative vs. quantitative research• Observation and contextual research• Finding latent needs and compensating behaviors• Co-creation and "build-it" sessions• Avoiding bias and asking better questions• Recruiting the right research participants• Bringing clients into the research process• Conducting useful research on a limited budget• Turning consumer insight into better productsAs Jill puts it: don't let research become a roadblock—let it become a launch pad.Welcome back to Designing in the Wild, Season 3.Have ideas or just want to say hi, shoot me a note. Support the show
Writer-director Lee Kirk joins No Film School's GG Hawkins to break down the making of Nimrods, his Green Day-inspired coming-of-age road movie. Kirk traces his path from studying acting at DePaul University to learning screenwriting and eventually directing, and explains how his acting background continues to shape the way he works with performers. He also discusses developing Nimrods with Billie Joe Armstrong, weaving real stories from Green Day into the screenplay, casting and rehearsing a young ensemble, building a collaborative crew, creating a timeless visual texture, embracing improvisation, and shooting a live Green Day concert with thousands of actual fans. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins and guest Lee Kirk discuss... How Kirk's acting training at DePaul University led him toward screenwriting and directing Learning story structure through John Truby's 22-step approach and The Anatomy of Story How Chris Messina encouraged Kirk to direct his first feature, The Giant Mechanical Man Why an acting background can help directors understand how to communicate with performers How Billie Joe Armstrong approached Kirk with the initial premise for Nimrods Reverse engineering a feature screenplay from a predetermined Green Day concert ending Using real stories from Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, and Tré Cool as inspiration for the screenplay Drawing from movies like The Goonies, Vacation, Footloose, and Risky Business to establish the film's tone Making a contemporary movie feel nostalgic through vinyl, cassettes, camcorders, old cars, and other analog textures What Kirk looks for when hiring department heads and why collaborative problem-solving matters Turning an Oklahoma City junkyard into a convincing punk venue Casting Mason Thames, Mckenna Grace, and the rest of the young ensemble Using actors' existing talents to add specificity and production value to a movie Conducting chemistry reads over Zoom when the budget made in-person auditions impractical Why rehearsal is less about locking down performances and more about making actors comfortable enough to play on set Helping actors get out of their heads by giving them time, space, and permission to experiment Using long pauses as a directing tool to help actors access emotion Why Kirk deliberately maintains a calm demeanor on set, even when production is stressful Finding unexpected moments through ad-libs and improvisation, including a spontaneous Fred Armisen scene Shooting 28 days in Oklahoma City before moving to Los Angeles for four additional days Capturing the Green Day concert with four cameras and roughly 2,000 real Green Day fans Why Kirk specifically budgeted for large numbers of extras after lessons learned on previous productions Kirk's advice for emerging filmmakers on studying story structure, watching films analytically, writing frequently, and taking advantage of accessible filmmaking tools Memorable Quotes: “I listen to these tapes and everything changed for me then.” “I feel like that's kinda like when the best stuff happens because now everyone's out of their comfort zone, but everyone's prepared so everyone can do, make that pivot.” “Even if I'm not calm, even if I'm feeling so stressed out on the inside, I just put forward this feeling like I'm good. I know what I'm doing. Everything's fine.” “Story is everything.” Guests: Lee Kirk Resources: Nimrods on IMDb Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web: No Film School Facebook: No Film School on Facebook Twitter: No Film School on Twitter YouTube: No Film School on YouTube Instagram: No Film School on Instagram
This week's program features the URI Guitar & Mandolin Festival with Adam Levin, Artistic Director. We discuss the concerts to be presented from October 18th to the 25th at several locations. The event will feature over a dozen performers. For more information, you can go to urigmfest.org
CSI Litigation Consultant Linda Khzam, M.A. joins Steve Wood, Ph.D. to talk about jury research in highly sensitive cases, such as sexual abuse and molestation, child abuse, racially sensitive situations like police shootings, etc. Linda and Steve discuss the challenges that jurors have in evaluating the evidence in sensitive cases and how the jury research has to be approached in these types of cases. The way in which the case is presented becomes critical in cases with sensitive situations so testing how the case is framed in a focus group is critically important to understanding what may trigger jurors and to gauge their reactions to what is being presented, and how. Steve and Linda also share their experiences with how juror's beliefs, attitudes, and experiences affect their interpretation of the evidence and how those with strong perspectives can influence other jurors and those who are afraid to share their opinion are influenced by them. They also talk about how to manage juror reactions to sensitive details in these cases and the emotional toll it can take on jurors to hear, see, and discuss highly unsettling evidence and case facts. Watch the video of this episode: https://youtu.be/7kDHLUg5WGo
In One Symphony's first live, in-person interview, Devin Patrick Hughes sits down with conductors Kristin Ditlow, Karin Hendrickson, and Emily Moss before an audience at the University of New Mexico. Representing the worlds of opera, orchestra, and wind band, the three conductors explore the craft of conducting, mentorship, musical authority, rehearsal technique, trust, and the balance between listening and leading. They also discuss their different paths to the podium, the relationship between conductor and ensemble, what various musical traditions can learn from one another, and why collaborative music-making remains essential.
This week's program features the CT Gilbert and Sullivan Society with Dr. John Dreslin, Music Director Emeritus. We discuss the upcoming event at Valley Regional High School in Deep River, CT, and listen to music from “Pirates of Penzance,” which will be performed on October 17th and 18th. For more information, you can call 860 554-1256 or go to www.CTGandS.org
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For Love Of A Song, a special concert by Debra Lynn and Bob O'Connell, is the subject of this week's program. We'll talk about the event, taking place Friday night at 7:30 on October 16th at the Music Mansion in Providence, and listen to music they performed and/or wrote. For more information and tickets, you can email debralynnmusic@gmail.com or call 401 408-0184
2022年1月浙江首考英语听力第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1.Where are the speakers going to meet? A. In a lab. B. In a cafeteria. C. In a classroom.2.What will Jeff take to school tomorrow? A. An apple pie. B. A carrot cake. C. A roast chicken.3.What are the speakers talking about? A. Visiting a neighbor. B. Getting a library. C. Attending a meeting.4.What will Jim probably do this weekend? A. Finish a project. B. Take a class. C. Have a rest.5.Why does Amanda want to learn to play the guitar? A. To record popular songs. B. To perform her own music. C. To become a guitar teacher.第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6.What does the woman want to do? A. Open a bank account. B. Cancel a credit card. C. Withdraw some money.7.Where will the woman go? A. Brown College. B. Dudley Road. C. Kingfield Street.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8.What does the woman do? A. She's asecretary. B. She's a manager. C. She's a salesperson. 9.What time will the meeting probably be over? A. At 1:00. B. At 2:00. C. At 3:00.10.What does the man want to do before Friday? A. Meet Mr. Smith. B. Write a document. C. Move to a new office.听第 8 段材料，回答第 11 至 13 题。 11.Whose graduation day is it today? A. Annie's. B. Steve's. C. Jane's. 12.What does the man suggest the woman do? A. Arrive early. B. Sit near the stage. C. Take some pictures.13.What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Brother and sister. B. Fellow teachers. C. Schoolmates.听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。14.How does Laura sound at the beginning of the conversation？ A. Anxious. B. Regretful. C. Surprised. 15.What do we know about Peter？ A. He has got a new job. B. He has four children. C. He has a big house.16.Why did Jim choose to work from home？ A. To look after the kids. B. To get more sleep. C. To accompany his wife.17.What is Peter going to do this afternoon? A. Hold a dinner. B. Give Sally a call. C. Attend a meeting.听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。18.What is Jennifer Green doing? A. Conducting a class. B. Presenting a speaker. C. Recommending a book.19.What is Professor Bastian's book about? A. Tips for escaping unhappiness. B. Benefits of painful experiences. C. Ways to develop reading ability.20.What is Professor Bastian going to do next? A. Share his stories. B. Discuss his plans. C. Explain his views.参考答案1—5 BABCB 6—10 ABACA 11—15CACCB 16—20 ACBBC录音原文(Text 1)M: Professor Jackson, could I talk to you about my paper sometime today?W: Sure. When the class is over,I need to go to the lab first and then I'll be in cafeteria at about 12:30.Let's meet then.M: Okay, thanks, Professor Jackson.(Text 2)M: What are you cooking? It smells delicious.W: I'm making a carrot cake.M: Nice. I see a roast chicken and an apple pie over there too.W: The chicken is for dinner and the pie is for Jeff. He has to take something to school tomorrow. (Text 3)W: This neighborhood really needs a library. How can we get one?M: I think we should have a meeting to talk about it.(Text 4)W: Hi, Jim. How's your new job going?M: It's very exciting. And I'm really learning a lot, but it's also quite tiring. I feel like a good break this weekend.(Text 5)M: Amanda. What skill would you like to develop?W: Well, I want to learn to play the guitar. I love writing songs, you know. And I think it would be lovely if I could play my own music and entertain people.(Text 6)M: Hello, City Bank. Can I help you?W: Hi, I'm calling for information on opening a savings account.M: Have you had any accounts in our bank before?W: No, I don't think so.M: Then you have to go in person to one of our branches and talk to a clerk there.W: I see. Is there a bank near Brown College?M: We have one branch at 135 Dudley Road and one at 512 Kingfield Street.W: I think I will go to the one on Dudley. Thank you.(Text 7)W: Good morning. Frank Sampson's.M: Good morning. This is Peter Clifford from Smart Tech. Could I speak to Mr. Smith please?W: I'm sorry. Mr. Smith is having a meeting right now. Would you like to leave a message or call back later?M: What time is the meeting over?W: Well, it started at one o'clock and it usually lasts about two hours.M: All right. In that case, could you please tell him to check his email? I've sent him an important document. I'm waiting for his reply.W: Certainly. Anything else, sir?M: Yes, I'd like to know what would be the best time for us to meet before Friday. I must meet him this week.Please tell him to include the time in his reply.W: Do you want to meet him in our office or in your office, sir?M: Oh, either is fine.W: All right, sir. I'll tell him when he is back.(Text 8)M: Hi, Annie. That's a very lovely bunch of flowers.W: It's for my sister. It's her graduation day today.M: It must cost you a fortune.W: I paid $60 for it, but it's worth it. Jane worked very hard for her degree over the last four years. Today is a very important day for her. And I want it to be special.M: That's very nice of you. I wish it were our graduation day too.W: Another three years and we'll be done too.M: Where are they going to hold the graduation ceremony?W: In the Conference Hall at 2:00 p.m. It'll be a feast ceremony.M: I guess you should be there early, otherwise you won't get a seat.W: Yes. I'll try to find a seat close to the stage. I want to take some good pictures of my sister.M: Have fun, Annie. Give Jane my best wishes.W: Thanks. Bye, Steve.(Text 9)W: Oh, I can't believe it. Peter,I haven't seen you for ages. How are you?M: Hi, Laura. Nice to meet you here. I'm pretty good. How about you?W: I'm fine. It's really great to see you. Do you have time to sit down?M: I was leaving, but I can join you for a few minutes.W: Great. So tell me how is your family?M: Well, it keeps getting bigger.We have four kids now, all boys.W: Four boys? I suppose they keep you busy.M: They sure do. The baby is only one month old, so Sally is not working right now. And what's new with you and Jim?W: Believe it or not. He's home with the kids.M: You're kidding.W: No, I'm not. Jim chose to work from home, so we could spend less on child care. I love it, because he does all the shopping and cleaning.M: Good point. Yikes, it's already 12:30. I've to go now. I'll have an important meeting this afternoon. Tell Jim I said hi. And I'll call you, so we can have dinner sometime. W: Great. And say hi to Sally and the kids. See you.M: See you.(Text 10)W: Good evening, everyone. I'm Jennifer Green. Thanks for joining us. In today's edition, Our Perfect Life. Our guest is Brock Bastian, a social psychologist from the University of Melbourne. Professor Bastian's research focuses on pain, happiness and morality. Recently, he published a book on the role of pain in promoting pleasure. The title of the book is The Other Side of Happiness. In this book, he argues that as we seek to escape pain or sorrow, we're weakening ourselves and may lose our adaptability to deal with pain in the future.Painful experiences are in fact vital for our development and how we face the unavoidable challenges ahead and they play a key role in helping us to develop our ability to feel truly happy. Now, let's welcome Professor Bastian to talk about his ideas in the book.
Katie checks in with Grammy and Emmy award winning music director and conductor (former resident music director of City Center Encores!, former music director of the Kennedy Center Honors, Broadway's Bright Star, Wonderful Town, Into the Woods, Finian's Rainbow, The Pajama Game), Rob Berman.
From Juilliard to the world's biggest stages, Anna Handler is making a rapid rise through classical music. Now, as the Ulster Orchestra's new Chief Conductor, she brings fresh energy and vision to its 60th anniversary year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week Core Memory Concerts is the subject of the program with Craig Maynard, Artistic Director. He'll talk about the upcoming season that has been called one of the busiest in the area. We'll listen to some selections from the concerts that will be held throughout the fall. For more information you can go to www.corememorymusic.com
2022年新高考一二卷&浙江卷英语听力第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1. Whatwill the speakers do next?A.Check the map.B. Leavethe restaurant.C. Parkthe car.2. Where are the speakers?A. At a bus stop. B. At home. C. At the airport.3. What did the speakers do last week?A.They had a celebration dinner.B. They went to see a newborn baby.C. They sent a mail to their neighbors.4.Why does the man make the phone call?A. To cancel a weekend trip.B. To make an appointment.C. To get some information.5. What does the man probably want to do?A. Do some exercise.B.Get an extra key. C.Order room service.第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独自读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6. Why does the woman come to the man?A. To ask for permission.B. To extend an invitation.C. To express thanks.7. When are the students going to the museum?A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。8. What are the speakers talking about?A. Buying groceries.B. Choosing gifts.C. Seeing friends.9. Who is Clara?A. The man's wife.B. The man's sister.C. The man's daughter.10. How much did the man spend on the city passes?A. $36. B. $50. C. $150.听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。11. Whydid Tracy bring dogs to the children?A. To teach themto love animals.B.To help them gain confidenceC. To protect them from dangers.12. What is Kevin's concern about the dog?A. They may misbehave.B. They may get hurt.C.They may carry diseases.13.What will Helen do tomorrow morning?A. Give a talk. B.Meet the children.C. Take some photos.听第9段材科，回答第14至17题。14.What is the man doing?A. Attending a lecture. B. Hosting a workshop. C.Conducting an interview.15. Why is Emily doing unpaid work in the new season of the show?A. To follow the latest trend.B. To help raise the crew's pay.C. To support the post-production.16. What enables Emily to try different things in her field?A.Her college education. B. Her teaching experience.C. Her family tradition. 17. What does Emily think of her work at the Film Centre?A. Boring. B. Rewarding. C. Demanding听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。18. Who is the speaker talking to?A. Sports club members. B. International tourists.C. University students.19. Where did Emma work for a rugby team?A. In Manchester. B. In Dublin. C. In Vancouver20. What can be a challenge to Emma's work?A. Competition in the health care industry.B. Discrimination gains female scientists.C.Influence of misinformation on the public.答案1-5 CBBCA 6-10 ABBCC11-15BAACC 16-20 ABABC录音原文Text 1M: We have to find a parking space. Let's drive around the block one more time. Did you say the restaurant has no off-street parking at all?W:None, I checked it. Look, there is a space.Text 2M:You have to go now, Judy, or you'll miss your flight. It's an hour's drive to the airport.W: I'm leaving. Don't forget to water my flowers. Just a minute, where is my ticket, Dad?Text 3M:Laura, what's in the mailbox?W: It's a thank-you note from our neighbor. They thank us for visiting them last week when the baby was born. They also invite us to have dinner next Friday.M:Are they back home now?W:Should be.Text 4 W:Good afternoon, Paper Museum.M:Hello, could you tell me your opening hours for Saturday?W:Yeah, we'reopen from 10:00 in the morning to 5:00 in the afternoon.M:Thanks.Text 5M:Excuse me. Where is the hotel gym, please?W: It's on the top floor. You can take the lift over there.M: Do I have to pay extra?W:No, sir. You just need to take your room key with you.Text 6 W:Mr. Wilson, students from Class Two want to visit the history museum. Will it be all right if I take them there this weekend?M:How about their revision test? Are they through with it?W:Yes, they are.M: In that case, you can go ahead. Try to finish it within one day so that the students still have a whole day to rest on Sunday.W:All right, I'll manage.Text 7 M:Hi, Linda. Fancy seeing you here. How long have you been shopping?W:Almost an hour. I have a lot to buy. My daughter Melissa's birthday is coming. I'm trying to get her a good gift, but I don't know what to choose. She seems to have everything she loves.M:Yeah, the same as Clara. We've already had bags of toys she's no longer playing with. So this year, we didn't buy her material things. We gave her an experience gift.W:What's that?M: A city pass, with which she can visit 12 different attractions, including the National History Museum, the Science Museum, the zoo and more.W:How much is it?M: 50 dollars per person for a year-long pass. I bought 3 for the whole family.W: So you can have a different outing every month for the entire year? What a great idea!Text 8M:Helen, busy doing anything?W:Oh, Kevin. I'm preparing a presentation for the city library. It's about a girl named Tracy Woods.M:What's special about her?W: It was an amazing story. She brought specially trained dogs to special education schools and helped children to build confidence. She believes that dogs can help children in ways we can't. Dogs don't judge and they don't care who you are or what you look like.M:But putting dogs into a school? Aren't they going to mess up the school?W:Don't worry. All the dogs are assessed and trained properly. There are now forty dogs working with children aged from six to eighteen.M: I hope the children love them.W: Of course they do. I've got some pictures. I'll show them at my presentation tomorrow morning.Text 9M:Emily, thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to answer a few questions.W: It's my pleasure.M:People say you're doing unpaid work in the new season of My Fair Lady. Is this what the show business has become?W:No, not really. All of my acting in the new season is unpaid, but the crew is paid. This is to raise money for the post production of the show.M: I notice you've tried many different kinds of things: film, TV, and even theater.W:Yeah, that'show I was trained at university. I work on anything that excites me.M:Tell us about the six months you recently spent at the workshop of the film center.W:I twas an unbelievable experience — teaching young actors and actresses and working with some great acting artists. It was also great to work in various labs, such as directors,writers and so on. It's very helpful for making you are ally well-rounded and active member of the film and television industry.M:Thank you very much, Emily. We look forward to your new season.Text 10 W:Hi, everyone. This is the monthly meeting of our club. We've been fortunate to have got good advice from some famous athletes on how to improve our skills and build up our body. Today, we'll hear something different. We're honored to have Emma Wilson here. Emma is a health expert and lecturer from UBC, the University of British Columbia.Emma worked for a football team in Manchester, then for a very successful rugby team in Dublin, and finally ended up working here in Vancouver. Emma says it's challenging to be a health expert, because people can be easily influenced by advertisements that lack scientific support. Also, people aren't willing to change their views about food and nutrition as there is so much confusing information online. It's really important to hear what experts say and that's why we've invited Emma here. She isn't going to tell us about everything we should eat, but she will teach us to make better choices. Let's welcome Emma Wilson.
What if we’ve been approaching Music Ed and Conducting backwards? Dr. Jordan suggests, that “the first course in music ed shouldn’t be methods. It should be a semester of learning who you are—because that's what actually reaches students.” Why is it that two conductors can give the exact same technical pattern to the same choir, … Continue reading "Episode 304: You Are the Thing That Teaches with James Jordan"
The Stonington, CT Porch Fest is the subject of this week's program, featuring Dan Brandl, Executive Director of The LaGrua Center, a partner in the event. We talk about the many musical acts involved, as well as the art show happening simultaneously. For more information, you can go to www.lagruacenter.org
In this solo episode, Josh Hadley explores how the CEO's role evolves as an ecommerce business scales. He traces the journey from hands-on operator managing every detail to strategic leader focused on high-level priorities. Drawing from his own experience, including a four-week time study, Josh outlines where CEOs should invest their time at each growth stage. Key focus areas include attracting top talent, defining brand vision, building strategic partnerships, and optimizing financial models. His core message: delegation and strategic focus, not micromanagement, are what drive businesses toward eight and nine figures.Bullet Points:The evolving role of a CEO in an ecommerce business as it grows.Transition from hands-on management to strategic leadership.Importance of delegation and hiring specialized talent.Conducting time studies to identify CEO-level tasks versus delegable tasks.Challenges of micromanagement and the need to trust team members.Strategies for investing regained time effectively.Attracting and retaining top talent within the organization.Defining and communicating a clear brand vision.Developing strategic partnerships to enhance business opportunities.Financial stewardship and optimizing revenue models for growth.Timestamps:00:00:00 Introduction to the Evolving CEO RoleThe host introduces himself and the topic: how a CEO's responsibilities must change as an e-commerce business grows.00:02:00 The CEO's Time StudyThe host shares his personal experience conducting a four-week time study to identify and delegate non-CEO level work.00:03:04 The "Subject Matter Expert" PhaseIn the beginning, the CEO is the hands-on expert, handling everything from product research to PPC campaigns.00:04:03 The First Million-Dollar MilestoneAfter hitting $1 million, the CEO's role shifts to reinvesting for growth, often by expanding product offerings.00:05:07 The Cycle of Growth and DelegationThe CEO identifies bottlenecks, hires specialists to solve them, and then doubles down on other sales-generating activities.00:06:57 Leading Through PeopleCrossing the $20 million mark requires a transition from hands-on execution to leading managers and department heads.00:08:00 Common Pitfalls for CEOs with Free TimeCEOs who delegate successfully must avoid wasting their newfound time or, most damagingly, starting another distracting business venture.00:09:53 Investing in Your TeamThe first priority for a CEO should be retaining talent by improving team experience, building culture, and supporting people.00:11:21 Focusing on Brand VisionThe CEO must clarify and communicate the brand's long-term vision to guide the company and retain key employees.00:13:13 Developing Strategic PartnershipsCEOs should spend time building relationships with key industry players, potential hires, and co-branding partners for future growth.00:14:11 Overseeing Financial HealthA key CEO role is allocating resources effectively, managing cash flow, and ensuring the business can support its growth.00:15:11 Architecting the "Money Model"CEOs must focus on engineering the business model to maximize customer lifetime value, not just front-end acquisition profits.00:17:21 The CEO's High-Level FocusThe CEO should work on the big picture—people, vision, brand, and money model—not tactical day-to-day tasks.00:19:19 The Most Important CEO Skill: SellingA CEO's number one skill is selling the vision to recruit and retain top talent, which provides the most leverage.00:20:20 Helping Others Become MillionairesThe ultimate mindset shift: a CEO's goal should be to build a business that helps their key leaders succeed financially.Links and Mentions:Tools and Concepts"AI": "00:02:00""Time Study": "00:02:00""PPC (Pay-Per-Click)": "00:05:07"Books"$100 Million Money Models by Alex Hormozi": "00:16:49"Key Concepts"Product Market Fit": "00:04:03""Brand Vision": "00:11:58""Customer Lifetime Value": "00:15:41"Recommendations"Develop Partnerships": "00:12:51""Financial Health of the Business": "00:13:45"Quotes"If you want to become a billionaire, you've got to get really, really, really good at helping other people become millionaires.": "00:20:42"Transcript:Josh Hadley 00:00:00 Today, I'm going to dive into how the role of a CEO entrepreneur has to evolve over the growth of that business and the tasks and the roles that that CEO is responsible for. Welcome to the Ecomm Breakthrough Podcast. I'm Josh Hadley. I've scaled my own ecommerce brand from 0 to 8 figures, and I'm actively building towards nine figures in sales. This podcast is where I document that journey and share the systems, the strategies, and the lessons learned in real time so that you can learn what actually matters and scale your own business. First of all, my name is Josh Hadley. I am a man of faith. I am a husband to a beautiful wife and a father of four children. I have been selling in the e-commerce space for over a decade, doing multi-million in revenue on channels such as Amazon, TikTok, Shop and Shopify. And I am also the host of the number one business strategy podcast for ecommerce entrepreneurs. And that is E-com breakthrough. Today, we're going to talk about what it means to actually be a CEO, especially when you're the entrepreneur who built the organization from scratch.Josh Hadley 00:00:58 And here's the challenge. There's not a direct playbook that applies to every single business that you have to follow. And so the role of the CEO is, frankly speaking, quite nebulous. And it requires a massive amount of adaptability and extensive leadership skills in order to pull this off in a significant way. At the end of the day, if you look at any $100 million brand, it all goes back to how good the original leader or founder was or was not. Sometimes there is kind of like lightning strikes and it's a really crappy leader and a really crappy founder, and they just hit a significant product market fit. That does happen. And honestly speaking, those are more often than not, a lot of the news stories that you hear about doesn't mean they were actually that good of an operator or that great of a leader. And so with that being said, what do you do and how do. How does your role as a CEO have to evolve as your ecommerce brand is growing over time? And so let's talk about it because this is something that has happened for me in my own business, and I'm speaking from experience.Josh Hadley 00:02:00 And to be honest with you, right now, I'm going through another weird inflection point in my business, and that's where this is coming from. I recently conducted a four week time study where I studied my time literally from sunup to sundown. I jotted down everything I did in 15 minute increments, and using AI and using my own human intelligence, I thought through and said, hey, what am I doing right? That is actually CEO level work, and what am I doing that like, is not CEO level work that needs to be delegated, deleted, or sometimes doubled down on. And so it's from that mindset that I understood, wow, there's a lot of things that I need to add, delete and delegate to other people. And that honestly leaves me in this like weird spot where, hey, if I'm delegating that to somebody else, what am I supposed to be doing? And so it's in that question of me asking ...
The United States imposed a new wave of sanctions on Iran on Monday, which it said would cut off the economic lifeline that sustains the country. Experts said the move appears unlikely to force Tehran to bow down, but will further strain the global economy.美国8月24日宣布对伊朗实施新一轮制裁，称将切断维系该国运转的经济命脉。专家表示，此举似乎不太可能迫使德黑兰屈服，反而将进一步对全球经济造成压力。US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a news release on Monday that the new sectoral sanctions target five critical sectors: digital assets, technology, gold, aviation and shipping.美国财政部长斯科特·贝森特在8月24日发布的新闻稿中表示，新一轮行业制裁针对五个关键领域：数字资产、技术、黄金、航空和航运。According to the department, starting on Monday, "the actions of Treasury and other agencies will tighten the noose and block every potential source of revenue that funds the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the Iranian regime".据财政部称，自8月24日开始，“财政部及其他机构的行动将收紧绞索，切断所有可能为伊斯兰革命卫队和伊朗政权提供资金的收入来源”。The department added that countries and entities continuing to do business with Iran will face heightened secondary sanctions risks.财政部还表示，继续与伊朗做生意的国家和实体将面临更高的次级制裁风险。"Every country has a defined timeline to shut down activities we have identified. If they do not take action, we will do so unilaterally through Treasury authorities," it said. "Any entity that facilitates money laundering on behalf of Iran will be removed from the US dollar system."“每个国家都有明确的时间表来停止我们已认定的活动。如果他们不采取行动，我们将通过财政部的授权单方面采取行动，”声明称。“任何代表伊朗协助洗钱的实体将被从美元体系中移除。”China firmly opposed on Tuesday these illegal unilateral sanctions, which it said lack any basis in international law and the authorization of the United Nations Security Council.中国8月25日坚决反对这些非法单边制裁，指出这些制裁缺乏国际法依据和联合国安理会授权。Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at a regular news conference that China's cooperation with Iran has always been conducted within the framework of international law and should not be disrupted.外交部发言人林剑在例行记者会上表示，中国与伊朗的合作始终在国际法框架内进行，不应受到干扰。The country will take all necessary measures to firmly safeguard its own rights and interests, he added.他表示，中方将采取一切必要措施，坚定维护自身合法权益。The spokesman stressed that economic warfare and maximum pressure will not help resolve the issue, but only further escalate tensions, create spillover risks, disrupt the global economic and financial order, and harm the legitimate rights and interests of other countries.发言人强调，经济战和极限施压无助于解决问题，只会进一步加剧紧张局势，制造外溢风险，扰乱全球经济和金融秩序，损害其他国家的合法权益。The top priority now is to ease the tensions and return to dialogue and negotiation as soon as possible, Lin said.林剑表示，当务之急是尽快缓和紧张局势，回到对话谈判的轨道上来。Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said in his meeting on Monday in Tehran with Pakistan's Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir that the US must change its tone and approach in dealing with Iran, Mehr News agency reported.据梅尔通讯社报道，伊朗总统马苏德·佩泽希齐扬周一在德黑兰与巴基斯坦陆军参谋长阿西姆·穆尼尔会晤时表示，美国必须改变与伊朗打交道的方式和语气。In a separate meeting with Munir on Monday, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said that Tehran remains determined to pursue implementation of the provisions of the US-Iran peace memorandum of understanding signed in June, Tasnim News Agency reported.据塔斯尼姆通讯社报道，伊朗议会议长穆罕默德·巴吉尔·卡利巴夫8月24日在与穆尼尔的另一次会晤中表示，德黑兰仍决心推动落实6月签署的美伊和平谅解备忘录的条款。Washington and Tehran have been at odds since the 1979 Islamic Revolution and the hostage crisis, in which Iranian students seized the US embassy in Tehran and took US diplomats hostage. Washington has imposed a slew of sanctions on Tehran and steadily expanded them over the past four decades.自1979年伊斯兰革命和人质危机以来，华盛顿与德黑兰一直存在分歧。当时伊朗学生占领了美国驻德黑兰大使馆并扣押了美国外交官。过去四十年来，华盛顿对德黑兰实施了一系列制裁，并不断扩大范围。Experts said the latest move is likely to add fresh layers of disruption and complexity to the global economy and diplomatic efforts, particularly as Tehran maintains close communication with regional neighbors and mediators such as Oman and Pakistan.专家表示，此举可能会给全球经济和外交努力带来更多干扰和复杂性，尤其是德黑兰与阿曼和巴基斯坦等地区邻国和调解人保持着密切沟通。Jawaid Iqbal, vice-chancellor of Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University in India, told China Daily that the US has been blowing hot and cold over the past several weeks with regard to Iran.印度巴巴·古拉姆·沙阿·巴德沙大学副校长贾瓦伊德·伊克巴尔对《中国日报》表示，过去几周美国对伊朗的态度反复无常。"This in itself is proof that the US is not in a position to dictate its peace terms with Iran," Iqbal said. "The latest threat of sanctions shows that Washington is trying to somehow extricate itself from a messy situation of its own making."“这本身就证明美国没有能力强迫伊朗接受其和平条件，”伊克巴尔说。“最新的制裁威胁表明，华盛顿正试图以某种方式摆脱自己制造的混乱局面。”"Iran, on the other hand, will not bow down to Washington's terms and conditions so easily. It knows that by retaliating against America's regional allies, it can submerge the entire Gulf into chaos, which will in turn create turmoil in the world economy," he added.“另一方面，伊朗不会轻易屈服于华盛顿的条件。它知道通过对美国地区盟友进行报复，可以使整个海湾地区陷入混乱，进而给世界经济带来动荡，”他补充道。Deniz Istikbal, an assistant professor and economics researcher at Istanbul Medipol University in Turkiye, noted that the economic dimension of the Iran-US conflict is intensifying, posing challenges for the global economy.土耳其伊斯坦布尔梅迪波尔大学助理教授、经济学研究员德尼兹·伊斯提克巴尔指出，伊朗与美国冲突的经济层面正在加剧，对全球经济构成挑战。Conducting business with Iran is becoming increasingly challenging, as Washington seeks to isolate Tehran and push the government to the negotiating table by exerting financial pressure, he said.他表示，随着华盛顿试图通过施加金融压力孤立德黑兰并将伊朗政府推向谈判桌，与伊朗开展业务正变得越来越困难。"These developments are making the conflict increasingly costly for the global economy, while interest rates are rising and inflation is once again becoming a major concern.“这些事态发展使冲突对全球经济的代价越来越大，同时利率正在上升，通胀再次成为主要担忧。”"Ultimately, the cost of the conflict is creating additional burdens for the entire world, particularly for energy-importing countries, leading to higher taxation and increased borrowing needs," Istikbal noted.“最终，冲突的代价给整个世界带来了额外负担，特别是对能源进口国而言，导致税收增加和借贷需求上升，”伊斯提克巴尔指出。sectoral sanctions /ˈsektərəl ˈsæŋkʃənz/行业制裁digital assets /ˈdɪdʒɪtəl ˈæsets/数字资产tighten the noose /ˈtaɪtən ðə nuːs/收紧绞索unilateral sanctions /ˌjuːnɪˈlætərəl ˈsæŋkʃənz/单边制裁spillover risks /ˈspɪləʊvə rɪsks/外溢风险maximum pressure /ˈmæksɪməm ˈpreʃə/极限施压at odds /æt ɒdz/存在分歧blowing hot and cold /ˈbləʊɪŋ hɒt ənd kəʊld/反复无常extricate /ˈekstrɪkeɪt/摆脱submerge /səbˈmɜːdʒ/使陷入turmoil /ˈtɜːmɔɪl/动荡
Gaby Dijkstra is an outdoor enthusiast, solo traveller, and researcher with a passion for remote mountain environments. Whether climbing, skiing, or paragliding, she feels most at home in the mountains and has travelled to all seven continents, breaking barriers as a solo female adventurer. After years of working in education and girl empowerment projects, Gaby became increasingly curious about the construct of gender and how societal expectations shape our behaviours, opportunities, and experiences. This curiosity ultimately led her to pursue a PhD at Rotterdam School of Management, designing her own research project to investigate the role of gender in extreme environments. In 2024, Gaby spent 191 days in the Himalayas, including 132 days living on the mountains, conducting fieldwork during a full climbing season in Nepal. Her research explored the role of gender in the extreme mountaineering industry, particularly among the people who work and operate in these challenging environments. Along the way, she joined a commercial expedition to climb Ama Dablam, visited the Khumbu Icefall and the Manaslu region, and was invited to take part in an exclusive winter expedition to Annapurna I. Through interviews, observations, and lived experience, Gaby gathered what she describes as "a mountain of data" on how gender norms continue to shape the culture of mountaineering. In this episode, Gaby shares what she learned from her time in the Himalayas, why the traditional heroic narrative of mountaineering can be harmful to both men and women, and how understanding gender as a social construct can help us rethink leadership, decision-making, and belonging in extreme environments. Listen to this episode to learn about conducting a PhD in one of the world's most challenging landscapes, the hidden gender dynamics within the mountaineering industry, and why talking to other women and pursuing your curiosities can open doors to entirely new adventures. *** New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries. Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Your support makes a difference. Thank you x *** Show notes Living in Amsterdam, Netherlands 37, freelancer and researcher Having a background in sports management Using sports to help society tackle challenges PhD at Rotterdam School of Management Designing her own study project - the role of gender in extreme environments Gender as a social construct How social constructs can limit us in who we are and how we behave What is appropriate behaviour for societies gender expectations Study something that is interesting for you Looking at gender and not understanding the construct Loving all types of outdoor sports. Being most happy when in the mountains Where are all the women - always being surrounded by men Starting to work in leadership project. Girl empowerment projects. Introducing girls to sports Getting frustrated and wanting to learn more about the construct of gender Wanting to know how this plays out in extreme environments If there are no obstacles - where would you like to go for your PhD? Wanting to go back to the Himalayas 191 days in the field, spending 132 days on a mountain Conducting fieldwork in the mountains of Nepal for a full climbing season Looking at the role of gender in the climbing industry - especially for people working in the mountains Studying only from the Nepal side Taking part in a commercial climbing expedition - climbing Ama Dablam (6,812 metres (22,349 ft)) Doing a participant observation study - What it means to be a client in the industry Being invited to join an exclusive winter expedition - visiting Annapurna I Visiting the Manaslu Region Vistiting Mt. Everest and the Khumbu icefalls Speaking with women climbing and working The lessons and learning from the research - having "a mountain of data!" Her PnD based on three articles The first article based on doing a discourse analysis based on 100 years of expedition reports - looking at gender norms and how they can be identified The 2nd and 3rd articles based on her experience Looking at the theory of sense making, decision making Not looking at the different between men and women The heroic sense of mountaineering - the summit above all else…. The traditional norms and how it can harm both men and women Women being extra tough on other women How to connect with Gaby to find out more about her work Wanting to be outside rather than on social media Words of advice for other women who want to purse their interests Talk to other women Social Media Website: www.sportsleadership.nl Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/gabydijkstra
Theatre By The Sea's fourth production of the 2026 season, “You've Still Got A Friend”, a world premiere, is the subject of this week's program, with Seth Greenleaf, Director, and Taylor O'Toole, Associate Director. We talk about the musical/concert and listen to some of the show's very popular songs, which run until September 13. For more information, call (401) 782-8587 or go to www.theatrebythesea.com
In this episode, host Josh interviews Eric Kooymans, an online marketing expert with 18 years of experience. Eric shares actionable strategies for e-commerce growth, including in-depth keyword research, competitor and paid ad analysis, and cost per acquisition estimation. He emphasizes the importance of product bundling, expanding sales channels, and leveraging tools like SEMrush and Facebook Ad Library. Eric offers practical tips on using Google and Facebook Shopping integrations and provides advice for building sustainable, scalable e-commerce brands that attract long-term investment.Chapters:Introduction to Eric Kooymans and His Expertise (00:00:00)Eric's background, experience, and notable clients in e-commerce and online marketing.Starting a Growth Strategy: Self-Audit & Audience Analysis (00:01:34)Initial steps for developing a growth plan: self-audit, understanding target audience, and identifying customer problems.Keyword Research and Demand Analysis (00:02:05)Using tools like Keyword Keg, SEMrush, and Google Keyword Planner to analyze search volume, demand, and seasonal trends.Building a Demand Growth Strategy (00:02:56)Translating keyword research into a demand-driven business strategy, considering seasonality and cost per acquisition.Evaluating Cost per Acquisition and Product Bundling (00:03:52)Assessing average order value, cost per acquisition, and the importance of bundling products for profitability.Keyword Research Tools and Competitor Analysis (00:04:41)Comparing keyword research tools and introducing competitor analysis using SEMrush for deeper market insights.Deep Dive into Competitor Analysis (00:05:36)How to audit competitors, analyze their strengths, weaknesses, and identify cost-effective keyword opportunities.Paid Advertising and Ad Analysis (00:06:52)Conducting paid ad research using SEMrush, SpyFu, and Facebook Ad Library to understand competitors' ad strategies.Estimating Cost per Acquisition with Industry Data (00:08:50)Using WordStream and industry benchmarks to estimate cost per acquisition and conversion rates before launching campaigns.Optimizing Product Assortment and Bundling (00:11:24)Developing product bundles and assortments that increase average order value and align with customer passion.Actionable Takeaway 1: Activate Shopping Channels (00:12:37)Quick win: Turn on Google Shopping, Facebook Shopping, and use plugins to expand product reach.Actionable Takeaway 2: Focus on Product Bundles (00:13:49)Group winning products into bundles or seasonal packages to improve ad ROI and scale growth.Actionable Takeaway 3: Expand to New Marketplaces (00:14:44)Leverage platforms like Faire and other marketplaces to increase exposure and test new channels with bestsellers.Closing Remarks and Resources (00:15:58)Eric thanks the host, offers to answer questions, and mentions show notes with additional resources.Links and Mentions:Keyword Keg: "00:02:05" SEMrush: "00:02:05" Google Keyword Planner: "00:02:05" SpyFu: "00:07:14" Facebook Ads Library: "00:07:14" WordStream: "00:09:48" Sales and Orders: "00:13:19" Transcript:Josh 00:00:00 Today I am super excited to introduce you to Eric Kooymans. Eric is an online marketing expert with over 18 years of experience in e-commerce development, search engine optimization, Facebook ads, influencer marketing and much more. With a portfolio boasting over 180 different companies including the American Cancer Society, passion, passion, City Church and Chris Tomlin. Eric's specialties include WordPress, Shopify and Magento e-commerce, as well as various marketing automation tools like Activecampaign and HubSpot. Get ready to learn from the best of in this business on today's podcast. So with that introduction, welcome to the show, Eric.Eric 00:00:42 Thank you for having me. I appreciate your time.Josh 00:00:44 Every single listener is going to want to hear, like, what are those growth strategies that you implement? Right? What are those the tactical things that you do that help diversify, provide comfort. But I think it's not even just the aspect of diversification. I think it is building a comprehensive brand that private equity truly would be hungry to acquire, right? Because they don't just see you as a fly by night Amazon seller.Josh 00:01:14 You had success on that, but you can't repeat that success anywhere else. so Eric, let's let's dive into those strategies. Somebody comes to you, you know, how do you work them or how do you start to develop that 6 to 24 month, you know, growth strategy? I guess ramp up for them.Eric 00:01:34 Sounds good. Yeah. So the first off, before we do it, we basically have we want to ask the basic questions and we kind of we normally have a little questionnaire that we have that we'll provide in the show notes. But the big question that you always want to kind of do a kind of little self audit. And we need to be able to understand, you know, who you are, who is the target audience? You know, what specifically is their problem or what are they looking for? Like what's their big, you know, when they're looking for your products? Kind of. What is that? What are we think of that is kind of what's the keywords, what's the what's the the symptom or the problem that they're having.Eric 00:02:05 And then with that, also, when it comes to the types of gifts or ways that this product could be used in, if it were to be a, a type of a gift or a, you know, holiday type thing. We put together all the different audiences and we do what we call the keyword research around that. And that's basically using cool tools like, keyword keg. there's also, SEMrush. There's also Google, Keyword Planner, but these are tools that we put it in there. And that basically tells us over the last 12 months what is the search volume and not just what we think we want to offer, but what are all the other things that we never thought of. And from there, we're then able to kind of have a lay of the land of what's the demand? Then we put together what we call the demand growth strategy, which basically is a how do we build our business around where the opportunity is. We don't want to just go buy a whole bunch of products and hope it works.Eric 00:02:56 We actually have to plan for it. And so the way that we do that is, is we understand what's the demand and what how many people are searching for what. And then and that's not just only at what times of the year as well, because you want to know what our seasonal business is. And if you have something that's big and and at Christmas time, well, how do you get busy in the summertime? You know, how do you not have the slow months? And how do you build products in a company around a sustainable growth strategy with that? And so we really kind of look at the seasonal trends. and then lastly, when you look at the keyword research, we're then able to understand what's the average cost per click and, and what the key thing to note is that is that if we were to go say, let's go do this, let's go and put together, a strategy, what is the average cost per acquisition? And those are the things that really allow us to say, hey,...
David Daoud details the escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, noting that Hezbollah's refusal to disarm has prompted the IDF to prepare for a major operation. Israel is currently conducting "clearing operations" to destroy Hezbollah installations near the Al-Aishiyeh Ridge. Daoud highlights the recent deaths of senior commanders from the elite Radwan and Badr units, which indicates that Hezbollah's operational security remains compromised. Despite these losses, Hezbollah is working with Iran to rebuild its command structure and has attempted to smuggle advanced weaponry, including cruise missiles, into Lebanon. (7)
In this week's episode, we talk about The Coast Guard House, a great New England restaurant and landmark. Elisa Wybraniec, Wine Director, talks about the great food, the wine menu, and the wide variety CGH offers. We listen to music by Grammy-nominated pianist Joe Parillo to set the mood. For more information, call (401) 789-0700 or go to www.TheCoastGuardHouse.com
In this episode of our Cross-Border Catch-Up podcast series, Patty Shapiro (shareholder, San Diego) and Kate Thompson (associate, New York/Boston) kick off an informative three-part series on global workplace investigations. In part one, they discuss how to prepare for an investigation, resolve conflicting legal frameworks, and understand cultural considerations. They also offer insights on assembling the right team, maintaining confidentiality, and complying with data privacy laws.
Most lawyers build damages by documenting what their client earned. Andrew Robb explains how to build damages by proving what your client still could have become.In the 100th episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Andrew shares the framework his firm has developed through decades of catastrophic aviation litigation to uncover, develop, and present damages that many lawyers never think to pursue. Rather than stopping with employment records and economic projections, he explains how to investigate a client's ambitions, opportunities, relationships, and future potential to paint a more complete picture of what was truly taken.What You'll LearnAndrew shares practical strategies for:Developing stronger economic damages by proving future potential, not just past earnings.Investigating the people, experiences, and evidence that reveal your client's unrealized future.Using powerful liability evidence to maximize compensatory damages instead of relying on punitive damages.Building credibility with jurors by presenting realistic damages models and giving them meaningful choices.Conducting root cause analysis to identify the specific failure that caused a catastrophic event.Presenting emotional damages in a way that earns trust instead of creating juror resistance.The Bigger LessonThe conversation goes far beyond aviation.Andrew explains why the most valuable catastrophic cases are often built by asking better questions, looking deeper into your client's story, and making strategic decisions that maximize what your client can actually recover—not simply what a jury might award.Whether you're handling a wrongful death case, a trucking collision, medical malpractice, or any other catastrophic injury claim, this episode offers practical ideas for developing stronger damages evidence, making more thoughtful litigation decisions, and ultimately achieving better outcomes for your clients.
En el episodio de esta semana, Karla y René platican sobre el análisis de Grupo IUSA; el aumento en las vacantes para chief of staff; Eli Lilly and Company México y el crecimiento de Mounjaro; la popularidad de Candy Crush; y los viajes de Estados Unidos a Europa.Whitepaper Off The RecordRecomendaciones:London Falling: A Mysterious Death in a Gilded City and a Family's Search for Truth (English Edition)The End of Normal: A Wife's Anguish, A Widow's New LifeThe Mysterious Art of Conducting
Full Show: Chiefs First Unofficial Depth Chart, Conducting a Royals Rebuild, Tough Tuesdays, NBA Season Release, One Word, Josh Allen Treatment VS Mahomes Treatment full 10529 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:00:35 +0000 H8ug2g7kxHsLBAOcOnXNQYv2L5TZDDuP nfl,mlb,patrick mahomes,kansas city chiefs,josh allen,kansas city royals,nba season opener,depth chart,sports Fescoe & Dusty nfl,mlb,patrick mahomes,kansas city chiefs,josh allen,kansas city royals,nba season opener,depth chart,sports Full Show: Chiefs First Unofficial Depth Chart, Conducting a Royals Rebuild, Tough Tuesdays, NBA Season Release, One Word, Josh Allen Treatment VS Mahomes Treatment Fescoe & Dusty are huge fans of Kansas City sports and the people of Kansas City who make it the great city it is. Start your morning with us from 6-10 as we talk all things Chiefs, Royals, Jayhawks, and more, with plenty of tangents along the way! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.
Firas Rahhal, M.D., partner of ExSight Ventures and Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group, and Scott Usiak, co-founder of ExSight Ventures, join host Carey Powers on the Eye on Innovation podcast to discuss their new venture, ExSight Catalyst. They dive into the services they provide to investors and colleagues, how they're filling a gap that a fund alone cannot fulfill, and what a client walks away with from their experience at Catalyst. In this episode, learn about: How compliance, risk, and operations from a global financial institution translate into advising early-stage ophthalmic innovators Conducting due diligence on companies how that's helped with Catalyst What to expect from Catalyst in the next year The importance of being a doer and operator for an enterprise
This week, the Colonial Theatre of Westerly is the subject of the program with Marion Markham, Director, and Miles Menendez, Stage Manager. We talk about their current production of “The Roommate” and the next program, “Merry Wives,” and listen to music that relates to those performances. For more information, you can go to colonialtheaterart.org
//The Wire//2300Z August 5, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: ALLEGED DRONE ATTACK REPORTED TARGETING UKRAINIAN AIRCRAFT AT GERMAN AIRPORT. MERCHANT SUNK IN THE SOUTHERN RED SEA IN DRONE BOAT ATTACK. MAN ARRESTED IN CALIFORNIA AHEAD OF PRESIDENT TRUMP'S VISIT TO GOLF CLUB YESTERDAY.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Red Sea/HOA: This morning one merchant vessel reported being struck by an Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) near the Bab el Mandeb Strait. The UKMTO reported the vessel as being sunk during the attack. The incident occurred so quickly that the UKMTO was not notified during the attack, and the ship sank almost immediately after the incident.Analyst Comment: If the Houthis are now using USVs during this phase of operations, this war just got a lot more serious. The Houthis have demonstrated this capability in the past (such as the war with the United States last year), but have refrained from using this tactic so far during this campaign. Sinking a vessel using a USV is a new step toward closing the Bab el Mandeb, and the response from insurance companies will be an indicator to monitor, as this chokepoint becomes a warzone once again.Germany: This morning a series of possible explosive drone attacks was reported at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Just before midnight, one quadcopter-type drone was observed operating over the airport, prompting drone procedures to be enacted and aircraft grounded. During this response, a search of the airport resulted in the discovery of a second quadcopter lying on the tarmac near a Ukrainian cargo plane. This drone appeared to contain an explosive charge, though no contact detonation apparatus was visible in the provided photos of this device. After this incident was concluded and flight operations resumed, a DHL cargo aircraft collided with a third drone (of unknown type) upon takeoff from this airport, which resulted in the aircraft declaring an emergency and diverting to another airport due to the damage to the airframe.-HomeFront-USA: Around the nation cyberattacks on critical infrastructure continue. Over the past few days, water utilities in a total of 12x states have been affected by malign actors since last month. After the large-scale cyberattacks which resulted in dozens of water districts being locked out of their systems in Minnesota, many more states have reported similar incidents. Georgia is the latest state affected by cyberattacks, and this afternoon New Jersey also reported two water districts being targeted, both of which had to cut access to unspecified computer systems and switch to operating manually.Analyst Comment: As with most infrastructure attacks, these incidents are usually not immediately disclosed to the public unless the public would find out about it anyway, so the timing of all of these cyberattacks is not really known. The Minnesota attacks last week were publicized immediately due to the immediate impact to the public, and now that more eyes are on the issue (and various federal agencies have issued warnings of more attacks), more lower-level municipalities are disclosing that they had similar breaches over the past two weeks.As far as the malign actors behind these cyberattacks, it could be anyone. It does not take a nationstate level actor to breach a system that was using the default passwords or wasn't secured properly in the first place, but the targeting of a nation's water supply indicates the motive is probably in the military realm. No ransomware or demands have been noted, and no hacking group has claimed credit yet. These attacks were meant to directly take services offline, ruling out financial motives for the time being.California: Yesterday the DoJ announced the arrest of an individual tied to a possible security breach at the Trump National Golf Club in Los Angeles. The press release states that Jeanine John Taele was observed conducting surveillance by the initial Secret Service advance team that was sent to the Golf Club ahead of President Trump's visit. Taele was observed wearing an earpiece and taking photos of the security practices at the club, which drew the eye of the USSS. The suspect departed the facility and transited to his home, where he was apprehended by the Secret Service. During a search of his belongings agents found a few firearms, a pair of binoculars, and a generic badge used by security guards. Additionally, authorities discovered several notebooks containing "concerning statements" at his residence.Analyst Comment: The press release left enough ambiguity to make it difficult to determine what actually happened here: This could be extremely serious, or just some idiot who got too curious. The mention of the earpiece is an important detail, because depending on what that earpiece was, this could be a big deal. The way the release is written, this could easily have been a bluetooth headset as is customarily displayed by those who prefer the rather garish utilitarianism of wearing at all times. Or, this could have been a more substantial security threat that expands beyond just one person. If this individual was acting suspiciously, taking photos of security equipment, speaking into a "radio signal device" with an earpiece, and had vaguely described manifesto-esque notebooks at his residence...this was probably way more serious than just some guy walking around.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: The drone incident in Germany will be heavily scrutinized as this is a major escalation which can be interpreted in many different ways. First off all, it must be noted that the one extremely blurry photo of one drone may or may not actually show an explosive charge. What looks like an explosive charge could also be the battery pack, it's hard to tell based on the photo. If there were explosives onboard, it would have been a very small charge and not the flying artillery shells that have become common during the war.At the wavetop level, it is hard to believe that a nation-state level actor which has undeniably mastered the art of conducting attacks with sUAS platforms in war...would fail. If Russia was behind this attack, and really intended to target Ukrainian aircraft on the ground in Germany, a 100% failure rate using multiple explosive drones is extraordinarily unlikely. As a result, it's possible that this was either a false-flag attack intended to blame Russia, or it was Russia sending a message to NATO. Conducting a drone attack, but deliberately leaving the detonator disconnected so that the debris is found and forensic analysis of the explosives leads to a Russian factory, would be a classic Russian message...that's their style perfectly. This is the Kremlin's version of "per my last email", and proves two very serious ideas: NATO's aircraft are vulnerable on their home turf, and Russia already has clandestine forces located near NATO airports poised and waiting to eliminate NATO aircraft before they ever get off the ground. That message is more valuable than taking out one Ukrainian transport plane.However, this whole saga could also be the Ukrainians trying to expand the war, continuing the trend that has been expanding for some time. Since the very start, Zelenskyy has been trying to draw the whole world into their war, and has conducted attacks involving other European nations (such as Monaco and Turkey), which have served as an attempt to bring other nations in to the war to fight the Russians for them. From the Ukrainian perspective this makes sense, and every nation on earth fighting such a nasty war would also use trickery in a similar manner. But for the DHL pilots who almost died and other collateral damage over the years, this is hardly reassuring.The truth will probably be indirectly told in the mainstream media, by what rhetoric is being pushed. If this incident is downplayed and memory-holed, it probably was the Russians. If the mainstream media sources in NATO countries start an information campaign to spin this in their favor, the chances of this being a fake attack go up. For everyone who does not have the ability to forensically analyze the devices themselves, the true culprit might never be known. All the while the new Cold War becomes increasingly more hot, every single day.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//
In this episode, ecommerce entrepreneur Josh Hadley shares his weekly operating system for structuring a productive business week. He argues that most business owners don't have a time problem, they have a calendar problem. Josh breaks down his weekday by day: Monday for KPI reviews and one-on-ones, Tuesday for deep work on growth initiatives, Wednesday for consolidated meetings, Thursday for strategy and product development, and Friday for planning and documentation. His core principles include protecting deep work, grouping meetings, reviewing before reacting, and using the calendar strategically to drive real business growth.Bullet Points:Weekly operating system for structuring business activitiesImportance of addressing calendar issues over time managementStrategies for protecting deep work and minimizing distractionsDetailed breakdown of a structured weekly scheduleFocus on reviewing key performance indicators (KPIs) and cash flow forecastingEmphasis on deep, uninterrupted work days for growth initiativesMeeting-heavy days for consolidating discussions and maximizing efficiencyStrategic planning and product development sessionsDocumentation of processes and decision-making frameworksCore principles for effective time management and productivity in businessTimestamps:00:00:00 The Calendar ProblemMost business owners don't have a time issue, but a calendar problem, getting hijacked by distractions instead of focusing.00:01:54 Introduction to the Weekly Operating SystemJosh introduces his weekly operating system for running an eight-figure brand, designed to protect attention and align leaders.00:02:56 Monday: Grounding the Week in RealityMonday's focus is on reviewing KPIs, ensuring the team met goals, and identifying what is off track.00:04:03 Monday: Cash Flow ForecastingThe second priority is reviewing the 12-month cash flow forecast to understand the business's financial health and available resources.00:05:47 Monday: Auditing Personal TimeThe speaker audits his previous week's time to identify distractions and improve productivity, sometimes using a time-tracking app.00:06:46 Monday: One-on-One MeetingsThe rest of Monday is for one-on-one meetings with direct reports to set strategy, solve bottlenecks, and provide direction.00:08:37 Tuesday: Protected Deep WorkTuesday is dedicated to deep, uninterrupted work on growth initiatives, with a brief leadership huddle to start the day.00:11:33 Tuesday: Structuring MeetingsAny necessary meetings on Tuesdays, like vendor calls or interviews, are scheduled back-to-back at the end of the day.00:12:21 Wednesday: The Meeting DayWednesday is a deliberately meeting-heavy day, consolidating recurring discussions, including a 90-minute leadership meeting to solve business issues.00:13:18 Thursday: Strategy and ProductsThursdays are for zooming out from daily operations to focus on strategy, future hiring needs, and new product innovation.00:16:19 Friday: Planning and DocumentingFriday is for solidifying the week's takeaways, proactively planning the next week, and documenting knowledge to scale the business.00:18:06 Key Principles of the ScheduleThe speaker outlines six key principles behind his schedule, including giving each day a job and protecting deep work.Links and Mentions:E-commerce Platforms Mentioned: "00:00:30" CEO Dashboard Podcast Episode: "00:04:03" Weekly Cash Flow Planning Podcast Episode: "00:04:58" Timing App: "00:06:43" Conducting a Two Week Time Study Podcast Episode: "00:06:46"Transcript:Josh Hadley 00:00:00 Most business owners don't actually have a time issue. They have a calendar problem. Today I'm going to be sharing with you how to structure your week properly so that you are focused on the right things so that you can scale not only an eight figure business, but a nine figure business and beyond. Welcome to the Ecomm Breakthrough Podcast. I'm Josh Hadley. I've scaled my own ecommerce brand from 0 to 8 figures, and I'm actively building towards nine figures in sales. This podcast is where I document that journey and share the systems, the strategies, and the lessons learned in real time so that you can learn what actually matters and scale your own business. My name is Josh Hadley. First and foremost, I'm a man of faith. I'm a husband to a beautiful wife and a father of four children. I have been selling in the e-commerce space for over a decade, doing over $20 million in annual revenue and doing multi-million on sales channels such as Amazon, TikTok, Shop and Shopify. I am also the host of the number one business strategy podcast for ecommerce entrepreneurs, and that is E-com breakthrough.Josh Hadley 00:00:57 Today, I want to share with you exactly how you should be structuring your week in order to ensure that your focus is on the highest priorities, rather than getting caught up in just putting out fires and basically dealing with the thick of thin things. So I'm sharing this with you from my exact like schedule, in my exact structure that I have in my own business. For you to be able to use that as like a framework to structure your own week. So here's the problem. Most founders don't have a time issue. You actually have a calendar problem. And the reason why is because, like you're just getting hijacked by slack email, reactive meetings, WhatsApp notifications, a bunch of different like mastermind groups that you're in that are slacking you or texting you, etc. and ask me why. I know that because like, I was the guy who used to have that happening to me all the time, but now I literally turn my phone on silent mode and do not disturb mode, and I ignore the WhatsApp messages that are happening throughout the day.Josh Hadley 00:01:54 And to be honest with you, I'm frankly amazed how much interaction is happening during the day when people theoretically should be working on their business. Instead, they're reaching out and asking questions or predictions about this. You know, travel hacks about that. All those things are good, and they are decent conversations to have. However, I'm not going to sacrifice my time in my deep work that's actually going to grow the business to go chit chat and have random side conversations. Because actually, the moment you like are distracted and turn your attention to something else, it's ten times harder to bring it back to the focus that you originally had. So this is the exact weekly operating system that I use to run our eight figure brand, and how I protect my attention, align my leaders, and carve out enough time to actually move the business forward, rather than just kind of like staying stationary and keeping up with just the regular admin of maintaining the business as it is today. Let's dive into Monday. Monday is one of the most important days in the entire business.Josh Hadley 00:02:56 And it's not only important for me, but this carries out through the rest of my leaders Their Mondays are structured very, very similar to mine, and Monday is about grounding the entire week in reality, not urgency. Right? It's this is where the strategic planning and prioritization really comes into play here. Okay, before anything else gets my attention, I review what happened this previous week. So let's talk about that. The very first thing that I do Monday mornings is I'm looking at my weekly KPI tracker. And if you're wondering, well, what KPIs does Josh actually track and look at? If you go check ...
//The Wire//2300Z August 4, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: IRANIAN ATTACKS CONTINUE IN KUWAIT AND STRAIT OF HORMUZ. TURKISH MERCHANTS STRUCK BY UKRAINIAN DRONES IN BLACK SEA. WILDFIRE RESPONSE CONTINUES IN PACIFIC NORTHWEST AS ARSON REMAINS A CONCERN.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Middle East: This morning Iranian attacks continued in the Strait of Hormuz, targeting more vessels which have attempted to transit via the unauthorized southern route. Around the region, Iranian forces targeted American installations in Kuwait overnight, with locals reporting large fires allegedly in the vicinity of Camp Buehring. Analyst Comment: This is the first round of strikes that was not explicitly tied to the tit-for-tat American strikes, and this is one of the few times the Iranians have launched an attack during this war, that was not purely retaliatory. This is the latest indicator that the Iranians are becoming increasingly less likely to allow the United States to conduct strikes, and then let the markets cool off by the time the opening bell rings. Conducting strikes on their own terms and timing, is likely a tactic Iran will continue to exercise while the United States tries to buy more time to figure out how to win the war.Europe: The war in Ukraine has remained hot on multiple fronts as attacks on merchant shipping in the Black Sea continue to involve more third-party nations. This morning, Ukrainian drones targeted the M/V NADEZHDA (IMO: 7702657) just off the coast of Novorossiysk. This vessel is a Roll-on, Roll-Off (RoRo) vehicle transportation vessel, and was owned and operated by Turkey, with a mostly Turkish crew. In addition to this strike, another vessel was also struck in the same general area. The M/V YASAR (IMO: 9276341), a smaller regional containership was struck at roughly the same time as the NADEZHDA. Both vessels had recently departed port Novorossiysk before being struck.Analyst Comment: So far, Turkish authorities have played their hand very carefully, and there haven't been any public statements indicating how serious they are treating these strikes. The Turks have called on both Ukraine and Russia to ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea, which is exactly the kind of milquetoast statement that would be expected for a NATO member which also buys a lot of Russian military hardware. Nevertheless, this duality of defense is only going to last for so long, especially if this war expands to include the deaths of Turkish civilians onboard Turkish civilian ships.-HomeFront-Pacific Northwest: Wildfire concerns remain paramount as disaster recovery efforts continue in Washington state. Spokane is the biggest urban interface affected by the wildfires, and many suburbs and surrounding towns have burned completely to the ground. The National Interagency Fire Center status report for this morning stated that the three main wildfires burning in the Spokane area are still zero-percent contained, though major gains were made in combatting two of the fires threatening local homes in the suburbs. So far, most of the firefighting efforts have prioritized immediate risk to life within the residential areas of the city, in addition to aiding evacuation efforts for much of the population.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: In eastern Washington, weather is going to play a factor over the next few days and the region at large is not out of the woods just yet. The National Weather Service Fire weather update from this morning indicated light and variable winds forecasted for tonight, increasing tomorrow. Temperatures today were a bit cooler, but temps are expected to rise (and humidity expected to drop) ever further tomorrow, as winds begin to rise. This afternoon's weather forecast continued to indicate increasing winds of over 20mph are likely throughout central and eastern Washington on Friday and Saturday. As a result, fire behavior conditions can change quickly, and increased situational awareness is vital while the crisis continues. This is especially important considering the origin of the fires. At least one arrest has been made due to at least some of these fires being arson, and the risk of continued malign action is likely while these weather patterns continue.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//
"What I do with the high school choirs is important. I always tell them, 'I'm really just trying to convince you to do what you already know you can do, to give yourself to it, to create this big whole beautiful experience for yourselves. Then your audience is privileged to get to see what you can do.' That's the inner calling. It's using conducting, singing, and teaching to try to inspire people to connect with their music-making magic, just trying to connect people."Hailed as a “composer of energized and soulful music,” Zanaida Stewart Robles is an award-winning artist whose vibrant works have been performed worldwide by professional ensembles, community choirs, educational institutions, churches, and individuals world wide. A sought-after composer, vocalist, and educator, she blends rich harmonies, rhythmic drive, and influences from gospel and jazz to progressive rock, creating music that connects deeply with performers and audiences alike. Her works are available from MusicSpoke, E.B. Marks Music, Pavane Publishing, Oxford University Press, Gentry Publications, Hinshaw Music, and Stainer and Bell.Dr. Robles is performing arts instructor at Harvard-Westlake Upper School in Studio City, CA. She served for 2 years on the advisory board for the California Choral Directors Association as Repertoire and Resources Chair for Choral Composition. For three years, she served as chair of the board of directors for the Grammy-award-winning choral group Tonality. She also served for four years on the board of directors for the National Association of Negro Musicians.As a concert soprano soloist, studio vocalist for film and television, and professional ensemble singer, Dr. Robles has sung throughout the United States, and in parts of Europe, New Zealand, and Australia. Some of her film, television, and video game credits include “Glee,” “Godzilla,” “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” and “Wicked.”Dr. Robles holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in choral music from the USC Thornton School of Music, a Master of Music degree in conducting from CSU Northridge, a Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance from CSU Long Beach, and she is a graduate of the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts.To get in touch with Zanaida, you can visit zanaidarobles.com or find her on Facebook (@zanaida.robles) or Instagram (@zanaidastewartrobles).Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson
Busyness can create the illusion of progress, but movement alone doesn't mean you're moving in the right direction. This Empowering Moment challenges you to take an honest inventory of the areas that matter most—your faith, relationships, finances, health, thinking, and use of time. When your intentions and your actions tell two different stories, an honest evaluation can reveal where recalibration is needed.CONNECT WITH CT JOHNSON
Puddingstone Music of Newport is the subject of this week's program with Clemens Teufel, pianist and Executive Director. We talk about what has been happening with the organization as well as the concerts on August 14th and 21st and other events taking place this season. For more information, you can go to www.puddingstonemusic.org
Conductor Alexander Briger has led orchestras all over the world. But his niche occupation is not the only fascinating thing about him. Alex's family history is wild.Alexander Briger has stood in front of musicians all over the world, summoning a gigantic, beautiful noise from them.Classical music was a huge part of Alex's story growing up.He is the nephew of the famous conductor, the late Sir Charles Mackerras; and descended from the so-called "father of Australian music", Isaac Nathan.Another branch of Alex's family tree astonishingly connects him to the man who murdered Rasputin.Rasputin was a Russian peasant and mystic, whose abilities as a faith healer drew him into the inner circle of the Russian Tzars.Fearing his destructive grip on the monarchy, a posse of aristocrats led by Alex's ancestor, Prince Felix Yusupov, drew Rasputin into a trap, luring him to his death in a Saint Petersburg basement in 1916.In recent years, Alex was invited to Russia to conduct a modern opera, coincidentally called and about Rasputin, in a full circle moment.Alex is back in Australia right now as the chief conductor and artistic director of the Australian World Orchestra, the only ensemble of its kind in the world.The Australian World Orchestra is playing in Melbourne on 19 August and in Sydney on 20 August. You can find out more about the orchestra and its performances online.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores classical music, Russian revolution, family history, Paris, Munich, Berlin Philharmonic, conducting, symphony, Mahler, the great Western composers, Wagner, Stravinsky, Shostakovich, Jewish Australians, whacky history, Yusupov, how did Rasputin die, European politics, Bolshevik Revolution, the October Revolution, exile, ballet, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Australian classical music, Australian expats.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.
Closing the Valuation Gap: Eliminating Founder Dependency and Engineering Autonomous Revenue Engines with Muriel TouatiIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Muriel Touati, the Founder and CEO of Exit 3D Studio and author of The Valuation Gap, to examine the systemic operational flaws that trap service-based founders in relentless daily execution. Muriel, an international business growth strategist and enterprise exit advisor, details how B2B agencies and professional service firms routinely cap their own equity and valuation multiples by relying on founder-driven sales, unwritten processes, and word-of-mouth client acquisition. This conversation delivers an essential strategic playbook for business owners looking to build predictable inbound lead pipelines, successfully delegate high-ticket sales closing, and transform an exhausting job into a highly scalable, autonomous corporate asset.The Asset Autonomous Paradigm: Systematizing Sales Delegation and Closing the Service Valuation GapThe fundamental constraint capping the valuation of most service-based companies is "founder dependency"—a condition where revenue generation, client retention, and daily fulfillment rely entirely on the personal network and physical hustle of the owner. When a founder remains the sole sales closer and primary problem-solver, the business operates with severe structural fragility, causing prospective buyers and private equity groups to heavily discount the firm's exit multiple. True enterprise value is unlocked when an owner systematically audits their daily involvement, identifies single points of failure, and implements standardized operating procedures (SOPs) that allow non-founder team members to run critical sales and delivery functions independently.Transitioning away from founder-led sales requires a disciplined, step-by-step framework for recruiting, onboarding, and handholding a dedicated sales closer until they consistently match or exceed the founder's conversion performance. Many business owners make the critical error of completely stepping away from the sales process too early, mistaking delegation for total abandonment without providing proper training. To build a predictable revenue engine, founders must join live sales calls alongside new closers, provide detailed post-call debriefs, and gradually transition deal ownership only after the representative demonstrates complete mastery of the company's sales playbook. Pairing this hands-on sales onboarding with an inbound content strategy that invites prospects into the brand's narrative—rather than relying on cold outreach or unpredictable referrals—ensures a steady stream of pre-sold, warm leads ready for the sales team to convert.Ultimately, preparing a service business for a lucrative exit requires closing "the valuation gap" long before an owner actively seeks a buyer or liquidity event. Because professional service firms lack traditional tangible assets, buyers evaluate the business based entirely on intangible strength: operational process maturity, team autonomy, client concentration metrics, and repeatable customer acquisition systems. Conducting routine "exit drills"—where the founder intentionally steps away for extended periods to test operational resilience—exposes hidden dependencies and allows leadership to refine backend workflows before entering negotiations. When an enterprise synthesizes predictable inbound lead generation, documented SOPs, and an autonomous sales infrastructure into a unified corporate architecture, it eliminates founder friction, maximizes profit margins, and secures premium market valuation.About Muriel TouatiMuriel Touati is the Founder and CEO of Exit 3D Studio, an international growth strategist, and the author of The Valuation Gap. Drawing from an extensive background building and scaling digital marketing enterprises and guiding B2B acquisitions across global markets, Muriel specializes in helping service business owners eliminate founder dependency. She is a dedicated exit strategy advisor focused on helping founders build predictable revenue engines, delegate high-stakes sales closing, and maximize enterprise equity.About Exit 3D StudioExit 3D Studio is an elite business growth and exit-readiness advisory firm engineered to help B2B service companies scale sustainably and increase market valuation. The firm specializes in delivering comprehensive founder-dependency audits, inbound sales pipeline engineering, sales team onboarding playbooks, and strategic SOP documentation frameworks. Through tailored growth blueprints and resources like The Valuation Gap, Exit 3D Studio enables professional service providers to remove operational scaling debt, build autonomous sales infrastructures, and execute high-value exit strategies.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeExit 3D Studio Official Website: exit3dstudio.comMuriel Touati on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/murieltouatiKey Episode HighlightsThe Founder Dependency Audit: Testing organizational vulnerability by taking extended breaks to identify which operational and sales functions break down without the owner.The Sales Closer Handholding Protocol: Implementing a step-by-step shadowing and debrief framework to safely delegate sales closing without risking conversion rates.Inbound Relationship Architecture: Transitioning away from cold outreach to publish narrative-driven content that attracts pre-sold, high-intent B2B prospects.Standardizing Intangible Assets: Documenting recurring operational workflows into clear SOPs to build enterprise value in service-based companies.Closing the Valuation Gap: Preparing for a business exit years in advance by diversifying revenue streams, eliminating key-person risk, and proving predictable growth.ConclusionThe conversation with Muriel Touati underscores that building a business capable of running without its founder is an intentional, step-by-step architecture rather than an unreachable ideal. By standardizing internal corporate governance, building a hands-on sales delegation pipeline, and focusing on the intangible assets that drive buyer demand, business leaders can transform an exhausting daily operation into a highly structured, self-sustaining corporate asset.More from The Thoughtful Entrepreneur
What Peers Actually Give You That Nobody Else Can In this episode, Allison Dunn explores how leaders at high levels can overcome loneliness and information gaps by cultivating the right peer relationships. She emphasizes practical steps to build honest, context-rich connections that foster better decision-making and resilience. Key Topics: Differentiating peer groups from networking events, masterminds, or mentorship The importance of lateral relationships at the same leadership level How shared context accelerates honest and meaningful conversations The significance of honesty without consequences in peer relationships Learning to see outside the system through outside perspective How peer reflection rewires leadership operating systems Practical steps: conducting an honest relationship audit The necessity of modeling vulnerability to enable open dialogue Finding intentional communities that foster real thinking out loud Building resilience by sharing burdens and embracing honesty Timestamps: 00:00 - The real purpose of peer relationships at the executive level 00:30 - What peer groups are not and common misconceptions 01:26 - The power of shared context for high-quality conversations 02:23 - Honesty without consequences as a critical element 02:51 - Gaining outside perspective to identify blind spots 03:17 - How peer feedback influences decision quality 03:45 - The shift from loneliness to shared understanding 00:00 - The operating system update that peers can catalyze 00:24 - Conducting an honest audit to identify trustworthy peers 00:51 - Showing vulnerability to model honesty and open dialogue 01:19 - Seeking environments that foster honest thinking 01:48 - Closing tips: building resilient leadership through authentic peer relationships 02:09 - The impact of credible, honest peer support on leadership longevity 02:38 - The power of intentionality and honesty in navigating leadership challenges 03:08 - Promotion of the book "Think First" for strategic thinking habits Resources & Links: Think First by Allison Dunn Deliberate Directions Think First
Compass Hardware in Charlestown, RI, is the subject of this week's program with Skip Graf, General Manager. We talk about his role in this over 60-year-old, locally owned institution. It's an amazing story of what originally started as a store that mostly sold coal to what has become a very diversified establishment. For more information, you can go to www.compasshardware.com
Theatre By The Sea's third production of the 2026 season, Titanic, the Musical, is the subject of this week's program with Kevin Hill, Director, and Karen Kessler, General Manager. We talk about the musical and listen to some of the very interesting songs from the show that runs July 23rd to August 15th. For more information, you can call (401) 782-8587 or go to www.theatrebythesea.com
Jonathan Schanzer reports on the restart of hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz, where oil prices have hit $87 per barrel. The US is conducting air strikes against Iranian naval assets and drone bases. Schanzer questions why these strategic targets were not hit earlier in the conflict. (3)
In today's episode, I will be answering a question posted on instagram - choral vs orchestral conducting.The essence of all conducting is to convey your understanding of the music to influence and support the musicians' music-making.When we have different ensembles, it's important to look at different needs of choral singers, and to adjust the height of your conducting gestures, and to show phrasing and support breathing.All About Chaowen Ting
Block Island's Mary D. Fund is the subject of this week's program, featuring Marguerite Donnelly, Executive Director. We talk about her life on the Island, how the Fund got started, where it is today, and the major event coming up on July 18th...The 62nd Annual A Cappella Festival and listen to some of the music that will be presented. For more information, visit the Mary D Fund on Facebook.
DM me "AUDIT" to connect to learn how together we can increase your leads, revenue, and confidence in your salon business. Instagram.com/jenniferjadealvarezGRAB YOUR FREE FREEDOM CALCULATOR™ https://jenniferjadealvarez.myflodesk.com/freedom-calculatorThe #1 tool to help you plan to work less BTC and into Salon CEOIn this episode, Shelbie Moser, founder of Lightning Hair Lounge and Lightning Lifestyle Coaching, shares her transformative journey from depression and burnout to creating a successful, balanced life. As a seasoned salon owner and lifestyle coach, she offers practical strategies for avoiding overwhelm, delegating effectively, and cultivating sustainable routines. Whether you're a stylist, salon owner, or industry leader, Shelbie's insights provide a blueprint for living and working with purpose, passion, and resilience.Shelbie's inspiring journey from working 100 hours a week to achieving work-life balanceThe importance of daily routines and habit stacking for mental healthHow to conduct a lifestyle audit to identify unnecessary tasks and delegate effectivelyImplementing small, realistic self-care "lightning bolts" to prevent burnoutVirtual assistants as a cost-effective way to streamline salon managementBuilding a resilient team through coaching, accountability, and empowermentOvercoming fears of Leaving the salon to travel or pursue personal goalsThe power of faith, gratitude, and morning routines for long-term successPractical systems for training and replicating yourself in your salon businessEmbracing rest and self-care to sustain growth and happinessTimestamps:(00:00) - Introduction to Shelbie Mosier's story and mission(01:05) - From high hours behind the chair to launching Lightning Lifestyle Coaching(02:30) - Recognizing burnout and making intentional lifestyle shifts(04:00) - The seasons of hustle and importance of prioritizing self-care(06:00) - The impact of mental health struggles and breakthrough moments(08:00) - Shelbie's mindset around success, dreams, and motivation(10:00) - Building structure and the role of delegation in growth(12:00) - The “climb” mindset and learning to enjoy the journey(14:00) - Conducting a lifestyle audit to improve daily habits(19:30) - Creating small, achievable self-care routines ("lightning bolts")(22:45) - Balancing daily priorities with larger to-do lists(24:30) - Achieving personal goals like moving out, buying property(26:00) - Delegating tasks to virtual assistants to free up time(30:00) - The importance of systems and training for team development(34:00) - Morning routines, faith, and gratitude for mindset success(35:30) - The trip to Africa: overcoming fears and embracing adventure(38:00) - The importance of leading by example to inspire team confidence(42:00) - Consistent communication and accountability tools for remote leadership(45:00) - The significance of rituals like "Sunday Soul Day" for renewal(53:00) - Final wisdom: limiting beliefs and unlocking potentialResources & Links:Shelbie Mosier on InstagramLightning Lifestyle CoachingThe Power of Habit by Charles DuhiggThe 5 Second Rule by Mel RobbinsThirst ProjectConnect with Shelbie:InstagramWebsiteFinal tips from Shelbie:Start with small, realistic changes—aim for daily "lightning bolts" of self-care.Implement systems to delegate and streamline your business.Prioritize rest and gratitude to sustain long-term growth.Believe that your only limit is your own mindset.
A growing number of young people are using AI companions and chatbots for emotional support, friendship and even virtual relationships, according to researchers at the University of Minnesota. Despite the growth, most teens aren't advertising that they're using it – for many, it is stigmatized. Researchers at the U of M are exploring teen use of AI companions. Xiaoran Sun, an assistant professor in the University of Minnesota's College of Education and Human Development and co-lead at the U of M Teen and A-I Study, joined Minnesota Now host Nina Moini to talk about what her team is learning about teens and AI companions.
In this latest episode of Timeless Wisdom, Dennis provides a thought-provoking exploration of values, morality, and personal growth. In this episode, listeners are treated to a wide range of topics, from the importance of classical music to the dangers of pride and the role of morality in society. If you're looking for a podcast that will challenge your thinking and inspire you to live a more meaningful life, then this episode of Timeless Wisdom is a must-listen. Join Dennis Prager as he explores the complexities of human nature and offers practical advice on how to live a life of purpose and integrity. Follow on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/timeless-wisdom-with-dennis-prager/id1517302239 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SZEYeH4tuLr2FvG4ok1rl Learn more about Dennis Prager: https://pragertopia.com/ Follow Dennis on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DennisPrager Follow Dennis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedennisprager/ Follow Dennis on X: https://x.com/DennisPrager Learn more about the Salem Podcast Network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by the awesome actor and now also game designer ABUBAKAR SALIM!What an absolute gem of an episode you have before you right here, as Pip checks in with Abubakar, one of the most power-move making-est actors in the game. You'll likely/surely recognize him from House Of The Dragon (Alyn of Hull), or Raised By Wolves (serving iconic costume realness), but chances are you might have also come into contact with his game 'Tales Of Kenzera' too. Even if none of those ring any bells, Abubakar is someone you'll get along with from jump, and has tales and perspective for days - working with Ridley Scott and what that process taught him, how the House Of The Dragon casting came about (crank call instincts on high alert), and how the inclusion of game design factored into life. A lovely chat with loads to enjoy for wherever you connect in those touchpoints, so enjoy!PIP'S PATREON PAGE if you're of a supporting natureIMDBINSTAGRAMHOUSE OF THE DRAGONRAISED BY WOLVESTALES OF KENZERASPEECH DEVELOPMENT WEBSTOREPIP TWITCH • (music stuff)PIP INSTAGRAMPIP TWITTERPIP PATREONPIP IMDB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
John Hardie reports that Russia launched a massive barrage of 70 missiles and 600 drones against Kyiv, damaging a historic monastery. Simultaneously, Ukraine is conducting a "logistics lockdown" campaign to isolate Crimea by striking fuel convoys and bridges. Despite Russian gains near Kostiantynivka, Ukraine's manpower reforms are improving battlefield stability. (9)1896
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