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Imagine being able to cut your hospital's code blue events outside of critical care in HALF in just six months. That's exactly what happened when Sarah built her hospital's rapid response team from the ground up.Nurse Gwenny takes over the show to find out how she did it, from the pitch that got the program started to the skills that actually matter on rapid response teams. She also shares what disqualifies a candidate even when the resume is perfect, why so few resources exist for rapid response training, and how she's filling that gap herself.Whether you're hoping to start a rapid response program at your hospital or just want to feel more confident the next time you call one, this episode is for you.Topics discussed in this episode:How Sarah became a rapid response nurseThe backstory behind the Rapid Response RN PodcastThe impact of having a rapid response teamHow you can start a rapid response programRapid response education and (lack of) resourcesHiring red flags that override a strong resumeSoft skills nursing school never teachesTrusting nursing intuition when vitals look fineJoin the Nurse Gwenny Library to earn CE credits for listening to the show! Use code: rapidresponsernto get a discount on your membership:https://library.nursegwenny.com/bundles/nurse-gwenny-library-membershipMentioned in this episode:CONNECT

This week on bigcitysmalltown, Bob Rivard sits down with Charlie Amato and Gary Dudley, co-founders of SWBC, to mark the company's 50th anniversary. What began in 1976 with $1,500, a third partner in Dallas, and car trunks for offices has grown into one of San Antonio's largest and most diversified private companies, with 2,500 employees, operations in all 50 states, and a growing presence in Monterrey, Mexico.They discuss:How two friends from the Gulf Coast reunited in college, learned the insurance business from the inside, and quit their jobs on the same day to start something betterWhy they chose San Antonio as their headquarters — and why a vote, a house sale, and a buyout sealed itHow surviving 17–19% interest rates in the 1980s shaped their philosophy on diversification and financial resilienceThe decision to expand into multifamily real estate development — and what the post-COVID softening of that market looks like nowWhy they joined the group that kept the Spurs in San Antonio in 1993, and what that $85 million bet looks like at a $3.5 billion valuationTheir operation in Monterrey — why they went, how H-E-B showed them the way, and how they're thinking about security during the World CupWhat 6,000 intern applications revealed about SWBC's reputation — and how they're thinking about AI across their businessesWhy San Antonio has work to do on corporate recruitment, workforce development, and staying top of mind for CEOsRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶ 161. Former Assistant City Manager Lori Houston Reflects on 23 Years at City Hall and Her Next Steps — SWBC's growth mirrors San Antonio's own civic evolution. This episode examines the infrastructure and leadership decisions that shaped the city Charlie and Gary bet on.…..GET THE NEWSLETTER

If you've ever deleted a draft, spiraled after a post flopped, or found yourself checking your analytics like you're waiting on a text back, this episode is for you. Most people think their content problem is strategy, but today we're getting honest about what's really going on. A toxic relationship with content looks like emotional dependency on metrics, disappearing after bad posts, and constantly shape-shifting your ideas for approval. We're breaking down the 3 self-trust creator profiles: low, medium, and high, so you can identify exactly where you are right now and understand how content may be having too much emotional control over your confidence and identity. The fastest-growing creators trust themselves before they get the validation, and this episode shows you how to do the same. You'll walk away with a 4-stage plan to rebuild self-trust: detaching your nervous system from performance, creating original ideas without seeking approval, building evidence that you can handle visibility, and developing a sustainable creative rhythm that you can actually repeat. This episode is your reminder that you're not going to stop posting. So it's time to decide, commit, and stop giving your brain the option to bail. Building a personal brand requires you to show up, and that starts with learning to trust yourself in the process first. In today's episode, we're chatting about: Your content problem isn't strategy — it's your relationship with content Checking analytics obsessively is the content version of waiting on a text back Low self-trust creators copy others, panic over metrics, and need validation to keep going High self-trust creators post before they feel ready and recover quickly from bad posts Stop giving your brain the escape route — no more "I'll just start a new account" Posting practice is the skill; self-trust is what makes it sustainable You're not going to quit, so decide and commit CONNECT: Connect with me on Instagram to see how I apply what I talk about on the episodes. Get more marketing insights from me beyond the episodes. BEYOND THE EPISODE: Get private consulting and coaching on your marketing to become your audience's favorite personal brand to follow and buy from. Learn more. Learn how to launch like celebrity brands like SKIMS, Poppi, and Rhode using the Campaign Crash Course™. Get it today! Reinvent the way you market and 3x your audience, demand, and sales with Industry's Choice. Learn more. Get support with all of your design needs for your next campaign with Sales Studio. Get started.    

The Purpose You're Already Living What if purpose isn't something you find... it's something you're already living? In this episode ✔ Why your daily life is already full of purpose, even when it doesn't feel that way ✔ How to stop waiting for a "big" purpose and start finding meaning in the moments you're already in ✔ Why the journey IS the point and how that shift can change everything ✔ How external validation (awards, achievements, praise) relates to but doesn't define your sense of purpose ✔ How to stay present with the season of life you're actually in, instead of counting down to the next one This Episode Is Especially Helpful If… You've been feeling like what you're doing every day isn't "enough" You're a mom, caregiver, or someone whose work often goes unseen You've tied your sense of purpose to your business, career, or a big goal and it's left you feeling empty or stuck You're craving permission to just enjoy your life as it is right now _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes. _____________________________________________________________________ Ways to Work Together: Within a 21-day self-guided journey to more peace and calm in your nervous system and life. HERE 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE Peace & Prosperity Coaching HERE

This week on bigcitysmalltown, Bob Rivard sits down with Ambassador Tony Garza, a Brownsville native who served as U.S. Ambassador to Mexico under President George W. Bush from 2002 to 2009 and now works as counsel and special advisor to the global law firm White & Case in Mexico City, to discuss the state of the U.S.-Mexico relationship at a moment of unusual tension and opportunity.They discuss:Why the transactionalism defining U.S.-Mexico relations today was always present beneath the surface — and what changed when it became explicitHow President Sheinbaum has managed the relationship with Washington, and why her approach has earned approval on both sides of the borderThe coordinated operation that took down El Mencho, and what it reveals about the level of intelligence-sharing between the two governmentsWhy "cartels" is the wrong word for what Mexico is actually dealing with — and why that distinction matters for policyWhether the Trump administration would ever order direct military action inside MexicoHow multinational companies navigate corruption and security risks while continuing to invest heavily in Mexican manufacturingWhy nearshoring has proceeded more slowly than the headlines suggested — and where the real growth has actually come fromThe missed opportunity for comprehensive immigration reform in 2001, and what a more pragmatic path forward might look like todayWhy San Antonio's DNA — automotive, cyber, aeronautics, and its deep ties to northern Mexico — positions it better than Austin for what's coming next in North AmericaRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶ 165. How Hill Country Landowners Are Challenging CPS Energy's 370-Mile Transmission Line Plan — Ambassador Garza references water and energy infrastructure as emerging areas for U.S.-Mexico cooperation. This episode examines one of the most consequential energy projects now moving through the Texas Hill Country.…..GET THE NEWSLETTER

Free course: Improve your metabolic healthGet our free email course on how glucose, nutrition, exercise, sleep, and measurement can help you build habits that support better energy and long-term health: ⁠https://levels.link/wnl⁠Most athletes are told the same basic rule: the harder you train, the more carbs you need. But Dr. Andrew Koutnik argues the science is more complicated.In this episode, Mike Haney talks with Dr. Koutnik about how the body fuels exercise, why muscle glycogen may not explain “hitting the wall” as neatly as many people think, and why blood glucose, brain energy, insulin, and metabolic flexibility may matter more than conventional sports nutrition advice suggests.They discuss whether athletes really need 60, 90, or even 120 grams of carbs per hour, why some athletes may perform well on far less, and how to think about fueling as an individual experiment rather than a universal rule. Because apparently even “eat sugar while running” was too simple for human physiology to leave alone.

This episode came from something I've been coaching my clients on pretty consistently lately. We'll do the work on their positioning, their messaging, their content pillars, all the things, and then I'll notice this pattern where they're still not posting. But it's not because they don't know what to say. It's because they've convinced themselves they need something else first. A better script. A better camera. Better hooks. A better setup. Something. And I had to give this a name, so I'm calling it posting practice. Because here's the thing nobody really talks about: the skills you're waiting to magically have? The natural confidence, the charisma, the ability to speak smoothly on camera, the creative ideas on demand? Those are built by posting. That's it. That's the whole secret. You cannot think your way into them, journal your way into them, or course your way into them. In this episode, I'm getting into: Why the polished creators you admire didn't start polished, you're just not seeing the awkward videos and the hooks that flopped. The difference between treating posting like a performance vs. treating it like practice (and why this shift changes everything). What's actually underneath "I need a better script", because it's usually not about the script. The six skills that literally only get built through posting practice: speaking and communication, creative idea generation, audience awareness, on-camera presence, emotional resilience, and speed of execution. Why posting practice is its own form of fitness, like, you're building endurance, stamina, and tolerance for visibility. How I balance strategy and posting practice with my 1:1 clients so they're moving fast without posting into a void.   CONNECT: Connect with me on Instagram to see how I apply what I talk about on the episodes. Get more marketing insights from me beyond the episodes.   BEYOND THE EPISODE: Work with me 1:1 inside private coaching to master your marketing and content and become your audience's favorite person to follow and buy from. Learn more. Learn how to launch like celebrity brands like SKIMS, Poppi, and Rhode using the Campaign Crash Course™. Get it today!  

Release the Control: Trusting Life to Fall Into Place What if the thing standing between you and everything you desire… is your grip on how it has to happen? In this mini episode, Dorothy shares a real-life story about scheduling chaos, manifestation, and why releasing control might be the most powerful thing you can do. In This Episode You'll Learn ✔ Why focusing on how you want to feel is more powerful than controlling every detail ✔ The Abraham Hicks mantra that will shift your energy instantly: "Universe, show me how good it gets to be" ✔ How to tell if you truly believe you deserve good things, and what to do if you don't ✔ Why slowing down helps you hear your intuition more clearly ✔ How self-love and "negative" emotions like anger or sadness can coexist, and why that's actually healthy This Episode Is Especially Helpful If… You're in a season of waiting and struggling to trust the outcome You tend to over-plan or white-knuckle your way through uncertainty You want to manifest more but feel like you might not fully believe you deserve it You're moving fast and feeling disconnected from your intuition You're ready to enjoy your life while working toward what you desire _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes. _____________________________________________________________________ Ways to Work Together: Within a 21-day self-guided journey to more peace and calm in your nervous system and life. HERE 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE Peace & Prosperity Coaching HERE

This week on bigcitysmalltown, Bob Rivard sits down with Ashley Alvarado, CEO of Texas Public Radio, and Angie Mock, CEO of the San Antonio Report, to discuss a major development in San Antonio's local news landscape: the two organizations are merging. Effective July 1st, the San Antonio Report will donate its assets to Texas Public Radio, combining operations under one roof to strengthen independent, nonprofit journalism in San Antonio.They discuss:Why two financially healthy organizations chose to merge — and how this is different from the consolidations happening elsewhere in the industryWhat the combined newsroom will look like on day one: 31 journalism positions, with all but four working as reporters in the communityHow the San Antonio Report's digital specificity and Texas Public Radio's broadcast reach complement each other — and what that means for covering the cityWhy YouTube has become unavoidable for reaching younger San Antonians, with 60 to 75 percent of county residents turning to it for news every weekWhat Ashley Alvarado learned leading a similar merger at KPCC in Los Angeles — and how those lessons are shaping the approach hereHow the two newsrooms will physically unite, with the San Antonio Report moving to TPR's downtown facilities in late JulyThe challenge of serving a politically diverse city — and why relevance and trust have to be built together, not assumedWhat the merger means for investigative and accountability journalism at City Hall and beyondRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶ 170. Don Graham and Dr. Abel Antonio Chávez on Journalism, Our Lady of the Lake, and Why Access to Education Changes Everything — The retired chairman of The Washington Post Company and the president of Our Lady of the Lake University on the state of journalism, democracy, and what it takes to keep independent news alive in a city like San Antonio.…..GET THE NEWSLETTER

If you've ever stared at a blank screen wondering what to post on Instagram, this episode is for you. I promise, it's not what you think. This topic actually came from a recent coaching call where so many of my clients had the exact same question: What do I even post right now? And what I've realized is that when people think they have a content ideas problem, they actually have a decision-making problem. A confidence problem, at it's core.  So in this episode, I'm breaking down the real reasons you don't know what to post and what to actually do about it. Here's what we cover: Why you need to know your goal with every post. You know what to post, but you fear the outcome.  You have too many ideas and no priorities. You're consuming more than you're deciding.  What to do instead: Ask yourself: what is this post supposed to do? Attract, connect, or convert? Get clear on what you want to be known for and what conversations you want to own. Think about what feels honest and strategic right now. Break it down to the smallest version of the idea. Reverse engineer from your CTA and pull one teaching from it. Whether you're in a visibility season, a trust-building season, or a conversion season, the content you need looks different for each, and I walk you through all of it. CONNECT: Connect with me on Instagram to see how I apply what I talk about on the episodes. Get more marketing insights from me beyond the episodes.   BEYOND THE EPISODE: Get private consulting and coaching on your marketing to become your audience's favorite personal brand to follow and buy from. Learn more. Learn how to launch like celebrity brands like SKIMS, Poppi, and Rhode using the Campaign Crash Course™. Get it today! Reinvent the way you market and 3x your audience, demand, and sales with Industry's Choice. Learn more. Get support with all of your design needs for your next campaign with Sales Studio. Get started.  

This week on bigcitysmalltown, Bob Rivard sits down with two guests at the podcast studio at Our Lady of the Lake University — a first for the show. Don Graham is the retired chairman and publisher of The Washington Post Company, whose family also owned Newsweek Magazine, where Bob worked as a war correspondent and later chief of correspondents in the 1990s. Dr. Abel Antonio Chávez is the 10th president of Our Lady of the Lake University, a position he has held since July 2022. A first-generation, first-in-family college graduate and son of immigrants, he went from Front Range Community College to a BS in mechanical engineering, an MBA, and a PhD in civil and environmental engineering, and built a career partnering with local governments and universities across the globe on community-based energy and emissions accounting.Graham came to campus as a commencement speaker. The visit grew out of his decades-long commitment to college access — work rooted in Washington, DC, where the city's lack of a state university system means students pay out-of-state tuition everywhere they apply.They discuss:How Our Lady of the Lake has served San Antonio's most economically challenged students for 130 years — and what it takes to sustain that mission todayDr. Chávez's path from a Denver neighborhood to a top engineering school he couldn't afford, a pivot to community college, and eventually the presidency of a university in a neighborhood that looks just like the one he grew up inHow Don Graham's time as a beat cop in Washington, DC after Vietnam shaped his understanding of what college access actually meansThe federal scholarship program Graham helped push through a unanimous Republican Congress in 1998 to help DC students afford collegeWhat Graham witnessed as an early Facebook board member — and what it taught him about giving young people real responsibilityThe sale of The Washington Post to Jeff Bezos in 2013, why it happened, and what Graham thinks of the paper todaySan Antonio's deep economic and cultural ties to Mexico — and how tariffs are affecting the local auto manufacturing economyWhat it means to be an optimist about American democracy after decades at the center of Washington lifeRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶ 149. How AlamoPROMISE Continues Expanding College Access for San Antonians — Stephanie Vasquez, Chief Program Officer for Alamo Promise, on what it takes to make college accessible to every Bexar County high school graduate — and what the program has learned from serving more than 30,000 Promise scholars.GET THE NEWSLETTER

More Fun, Less Pressure: 3 Shifts to Trust Yourself This Week In this week's episode of Trusting Dorothy, we're leaning into spring energy, the feeling of moving toward summer, and choosing how you want this season of life to feel. This episode walks you through three simple but powerful shifts to help you trust yourself more, have more fun, and create more flow in your everyday life. We talk about what it looks like to stop making things harder than they need to be and instead bring more presence, joy, and lightness into your days, even when things aren't perfect. Dorothy shares reflections from teaching her rebound class, motherhood moments (including a very honest Mother's Day note), and how learning to hold two things at once, growth and self-acceptance, can completely change your experience. You'll also hear how your thoughts shape your beliefs, your energy, and ultimately what you experience in your life. When you shift how you see yourself, you begin to create more of what you actually want. And finally, a reminder that you don't have to be realistic with your dreams—but you also don't have to do more to be worthy. You're allowed to want big things and still feel deeply satisfied in the life you have right now. This episode is your invitation to: Have more fun and stop overcomplicating things Be present in your life as it is right now Shift the way you think about yourself and what's possible Let go of pressure while still moving toward what you want Trust that things are always working out for you If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're putting too much pressure on yourself, this is your reset for the week. As always, check the show notes for ways to work with Dorothy or leave a review if you loved this episode. _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes. _____________________________________________________________________ Ways to Work Together: Within a 21-day self-guided journey to more peace and calm in your nervous system and life. HERE 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE Peace & Prosperity Coaching HERE

We all know the many challenges facing the Nursing profession today. Nursing takes so much from us… but it also has so much to offer.Recorded live at NurseCon at Sea, Sarah sits down with two nurses who hit their breaking point and found a way to keep showing up. This episode goes deep into the messy reality of nursing burnout, from the struggle to put yourself first to the boundaries, mindset shifts, and support systems that keep nurses in the game.You don't have to manage burnout alone, so don't miss this one.Topics discussed in this episode:Self-care and resilience as a disciplineThe nursing choice: fracture or adaptBuilding a life that isn't fully defined by the institutionImportant things we don't say to each otherWhat patients actually need from their nursesTherapy, medication, and sleep as nursing toolsAn exercise to audit your cup-fillers vs. cup-drainersWhy it's so important to share your experienceHow leaders should respond when a nurse is nearing burnoutLearn more about NurseCon at Sea:https://nurseconatsea.com/Mentioned in this episode:CONNECT

This week on bigcitysmalltown, host Cory Ames tells the story of the Robert L.B. Tobin Land Bridge at Phil Hardberger Park — in a new format for the show. Rather than a traditional guest conversation, this episode is a narrated oral history, recorded in the field at the park itself, weaving together tape from a morning walk Cory took with former Mayor Phil Hardberger and natural resources manager Wendy Leonard.Just a week or so before this episode was released, a bronze statue of Phil Hardberger was unveiled at the park that bears his name. He is 91 years old and still walks the trails.The episode covers:How Phil Hardberger promised San Antonio a new park while running for mayor — and spent two years looking for the right landThe phone call that led him to a former dairy farm on the north side, never fully clear-cut, 330 acres still largely as nature left itHow Wurzbach Parkway split the property in two — and why that became the genesis of one of the most celebrated wildlife bridges in the countryThe $23 million fight to fund the land bridge, the jury of architects Phil assembled, and the moment he committed to raising $12 million himselfHow the bridge was engineered — steel girders, three feet of soil, Corten steel walls designed to block sight and sound from 60,000 cars passing underneath dailyWhy animals began crossing before construction was even finished — and how within one year, all 31 mammal species known to inhabit the park had been documented using itWhat Wendy Leonard has learned managing the bridge's natural systems, and why the vegetation hasn't always cooperatedHow the land bridge reconnected a wildlife corridor stretching to the Salado Creek Greenway — and brought painted buntings back to the parkRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶ 168. More Than Parks: How San Antonio Is Building Trails, Gardens, and Green Space Into a Growing City — A Creative Futures panel on green equity, urban nature, and the push to integrate green spaces into every corner of a fast-growing city. Essential context for this conversation.…..GET THE NEWSLETTER

I'm literally recording this right before heading to my rebrand photo shoot, and I'm still in the thick of the in-between. Here's the thing though: I don't see that as a problem because I know how to coach myself through it! Whether you're rebranding, shifting your offers, leaving a job, or just feeling that something needs to change but not quite knowing what that looks like yet, today's episode is your field guide. What we're getting into: What "identity vertigo" actually is  The grief that nobody warns you about when you're letting go of something that used to work Why staying busy feels like progress but often isn't Why the way you talk to yourself during reinvention actually matters more than you think The 3 questions I've been asking myself (and my clients): Who am I becoming and am I okay with that?  What am I actually afraid of, specifically?  What am I no longer willing to pretend?  The biggest things I want you to take away: You don't have to have it all figured out to take the next step. Action gives you the next clue. Most decisions feel permanent, but they're not. Treat the reversible ones like experiments. That person you admire who "reinvented overnight"? They spent years in the in-between. You just didn't see it. CONNECT: Connect with me on Instagram to see how I apply what I talk about on the episodes. Get more marketing insights from me beyond the episodes.   BEYOND THE EPISODE: Get private consulting and coaching on your marketing to become your audience's favorite personal brand to follow and buy from. Learn more. Learn how to launch like celebrity brands like SKIMS, Poppi, and Rhode using the Campaign Crash Course™. Get it today! Reinvent the way you market and 3x your audience, demand, and sales with Industry's Choice. Learn more. Get support with all of your design needs for your next campaign with Sales Studio. Get started.  

We're fully back, from Japan, from a few weeks of coaching, and stepping into a new era. I'm someone who loves a plan. I like to know what I'm doing and have it on the schedule. But I've also been sitting in the question: Can I be in the unknown and feel good there too? In this episode, I'm sharing four things you need to know this week. A balance of structure and freedom, doing hard things, and trusting where you are right now. We talk about: Finding peace and calm within yourself Letting yourself see how good life is right now Moving through resistance and doing hard things Trusting that you are in the perfect place at the perfect time If you've been wondering what's next, or feeling a little in-between, this one will meet you right where you are. Press play and take what you need for your week

This week on bigcitysmalltown, Cory Ames moderates a live panel from Creative Futures, a two-day summit in San Antonio bringing together creators, builders, entrepreneurs, and civic thinkers. This conversation focuses on green spaces in San Antonio — how we grow them, how we protect them, and how we creatively integrate nature into a city that is expanding fast.Joining Cory are Brandon Ross, capital programs manager for San Antonio Parks and Recreation, where he has spent two decades overseeing the Howard Peak Greenway Trail System, now over 100 miles of connected trail and growing; Bob Webster, co-owner of Shades of Green Nursery, a San Antonio institution he and his business partner Roberta Church built over 45 years, now being transformed into a public legacy garden; Stephen Lucke, founder and CEO of Gardopia Gardens, a nonprofit stewarding more than 20 acres across 75 schools and 10 school districts, reaching over 25,000 people annually; and Adriana Quiñones, President and CEO of Arboretum San Antonio, a 230-plus-acre former golf course on the southeast side being converted into one of the city's most significant public green spaces.They discuss:How the Howard Peak Greenway Trail System grew to over 100 miles — and why connecting green spaces multiplies their ecological valueThe physical barriers — rail lines, major roadways, lack of safe crossings — that limit access to parks and trails across the cityWhy Bob Webster turned down $3.5 million for Shades of Green, and what he's building in its placeThe difference between a park and a garden, and why San Antonio needs bothHow Gardopia Gardens uses school yards, churches, and public land to integrate food growing into everyday lifeWhy native and edible trees — pecans, Mexican plums, mulberries — should replace the default landscaping choices across the cityHow Arboretum San Antonio is using community input from over 18,000 San Antonians to shape a 20-year development planWhat green equity means in practice, and why access to green space shouldn't require traveling farRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶ 160. How a Polluted Lake Became a Wildlife Haven in San Antonio — A closer look at how one of San Antonio's most degraded natural spaces was reclaimed — and what it says about the city's relationship with its environment.…..GET THE NEWSLETTER

This week on bigcitysmalltown, Cory Ames moderates a live panel from Creative Futures, a two-day summit in San Antonio bringing together creators, builders, entrepreneurs, and civic thinkers. The conversation centers on what it looks like to build a creative life and creative career in San Antonio — and what the city still needs to get there.Joining Cory are Lionel Sosa, founder of what became the largest Hispanic advertising agency in the United States, a consultant on multiple national presidential campaigns, and a portrait artist whose work has been exhibited at the Smithsonian and presidential libraries; Kathy Sosa, co-founder of one of the Southwest's largest independent Hispanic ad agencies, a veteran of national political campaigns, and a mixed media artist whose work exploring the Texas-Mexico borderland has earned national recognition; and Andi Rodriguez, Vice President of Cultural Placemaking at Centro San Antonio, whose Art Everywhere project has placed hundreds of commissioned works by local artists throughout downtown since 2020.They discuss:How San Antonio's arts infrastructure has grown — from grant programs to the 1.5% public art provision in city building projectsWhy strong mayoral leadership has historically driven the city's creative identity, and what a leadership vacuum means for the arts communityWhat the Art Everywhere project has taught Andi about building a supply chain for public art in the private sectorWhat Lionel and Kathy have observed in Querétaro, Mexico — including a program that lets artists pay income taxes with their workThe mindset differences between artists who thrive and those who don't — and why shameless self-promotion is a survival skillHow the discovery of a Querétaro church's role in building San Antonio's missions led to a documentary, a binational art show, and a student cultural exchangeRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶ 64. Kathy Sosa and Antonio Arelle Barquet: The Other Side of the Mirror — Kathy Sosa and Antonio Arelle Barquet, director of the Museum of Art in Querétaro, discuss the binational art project that grew out of the historic connection between Querétaro and San Antonio's missions — the same story Kathy and Lionel recount in this episode... ..GET THE NEWSLETTER

Okay, so last week I talked about marketing to your client's problems and how that requires a unique POV. But I kept coming back to the vulnerability piece because I feel like it deserves its own conversation. Here's the thing:"just be vulnerable" has never really worked for me. And I don't think it works for a lot of us, especially if you're a service provider whose story doesn't obviously connect to your niche. Especially if you're an immigrant or a Women of Color who has spent years showing the cleaned-up, polished version because you thought the messy parts were a disadvantage. That was me. For a long time, I was tapping into an alter ego to feel safe in entrepreneurship. It helped me cross 7 figures, But it wasn't the full picture. In this episode I'm sharing the actual framework I personally use and share with my private coaching clients. What We Get Into: The reason vulnerability feels cringe or performative (it's not you, it's the framework you're using). Circumstance / Identity — You've been where they are. Maybe not exactly, but close enough that they trust you get it more than anyone else would. Feeling — Even if they haven't lived your experience, they've felt what you felt. Loneliness, people-pleasing, boxing yourself in, not wanting to do the thing you were supposed to do. Aspiration — You want what they want. You know what it actually costs. Not the highlight reel version — the real cost. You don't have to share everything. You don't have to be vulnerable 24/7. And if you can't find the through line right now, don't force it. But most of the time, the block isn't that the through line doesn't exist, it's your thoughts about whether you're allowed to use it.   CONNECT: Connect with me on Instagram to see how I apply what I talk about on the episodes. Get more marketing insights from me beyond the episodes.   BEYOND THE EPISODE: Get private consulting and coaching on your marketing to become your audience's favorite personal brand to follow and buy from. Learn more. Learn how to launch like celebrity brands like SKIMS, Poppi, and Rhode using the Campaign Crash Course™. Get it today! Reinvent the way you market and 3x your audience, demand, and sales with Industry's Choice. Learn more. Get support with all of your design needs for your next campaign with Sales Studio. Get started.  

You packed a samurai sword, wrestled a sumo wrestler, and still made it to the airport with time for a Seven Eleven snack run. This is Tokyo, two half days, one full day, and everything we loved. In This Episode You'll Learn ✔ How we used Hyatt points plus a suite upgrade award at the Hyatt Regency Tokyo — and why the location in Shinjuku is underrated ✔ What Takeshita Street is actually like (the food, the toy capsule stores, the crowds) and what we'd go back to try ✔ Where to find the Pokémon Center and Nintendo Store in Shibuya and why Google Maps might make you feel like you're lost when you're actually right there ✔ Why I'd skip Momo Paradise for our family and what I'd book instead ✔ The free view of Shibuya Crossing you probably don't know about ✔ Where to buy cheap luggage in Tokyo if you over-souvenir'd (Shibuya Baggage Outlet vs. Donki) ✔ Why we chose TeamLab Borderless over Planets, and the honest breakdown of the difference between the two ✔ Our absolute favorite meal of the trip: conveyor belt sushi at Sushiro ✔ What to do in Shinjuku at night, the 3D cat, godzilla, light projection show, the eight-level arcade, photo booths, and Loft (go before 7pm!) ✔ The Senso-ji Temple morning, the fortune ritual, and the tea utensil shop that was worth every minute ✔ How I ended up in an inflatable sumo suit wrestling a retired sumo wrestler (my daughter owes me) ✔ What we bought at drugstores, Uniqlo, and Loft, and what I wish I'd grabbed more of ✔ How we got to the airport stress-free with four people and a samurai sword This Episode Is Especially Helpful If… You're planning a Tokyo trip and trying to figure out how much you can actually fit into two nights You're traveling with kids and want honest recs on what's worth it and what's skippable You're trying to decide between TeamLab Borderless and TeamLab Planets You bought too many souvenirs and need a luggage solution (been there) You love shopping, Uniqlo, Loft, drugstores, capsule machines, and want to know where to go, and what recommendations are over hyped Resources & Mentions Hyatt Regency Tokyo, points + suite upgrade award + club access add-on Yoyogi Park & Meiji Shrine Takeshita Street, Mochi Mochi Japan (boba), candied fruit, toy capsule stores Pokémon Center Shibuya & Nintendo Store Momo Paradise (hot pot, skippable for picky eaters) Shibuya Crossing free view above the capsule store Shibuya Baggage Outlet affordable luggage Donki (Don Quijote) Kit Kats, browsing, but pricier on luggage TeamLab Borderless Tokyo SushiRo, conveyor belt sushi, highly recommend Uniqlo Shinjuku Loft Shinjuku closes early, don't miss it Goccha Goccha (capsule store underground in Shinjuku) Taito Station Shinjuku Game World 8-level arcade Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa Kakimuna Tea Utensil Shop near Senso-ji Sumo entertainment lunch show Ueno Park Tokyo Banana & Tokyo Banana Kit Kats airport find! Seven Eleven Japan creme brulee ice cream, chocolate covered grapes, sandwiches, high chew and more American Airlines flight home Loved This Episode? If this inspired you to take the trip, do the thing, and stop waiting for the perfect moment, I would be so grateful if you'd leave a review! It helps more women find this podcast and get the inspiration and tools they need to live fully. Thank you so much, love.

Getting ROSC is not always the win we sometimes think it is. It's what we're looking for the entire resuscitation, but the real challenge begins once we get it… and what we do in the next few hours has a major impact on patient outcomes.In this episode, Sarah shares a real rapid response case to walk through the physiology, decision-making, and advocacy of post-arrest care. The 2025 AHA post resuscitation guidelines have brought important shifts to post-ROSC management, from how aggressively to oxygenate to when it's safe to prognosticate. Don't miss the full breakdown!Topics discussed in this episode:Oxygenation and ventilation: how to avoid hyperoxia and hypoxiaPerfusion, pressors, and the limits of MAPTemperature management guidelinesSedation, analgesia, and the paralyzed-but-awake patientDiagnostics: timing, priorities, and what to rule outHow to use neuroprognostication the right wayHow to talk to families without giving false hopeNursing priorities and how to advocate for your patientsCheck out the new Post Resuscitation Guidelines:https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001375Listen to episode 73 — Resuscitate Before You Intubate: How to NOT KILL YOUR PATIENT When You Intubate: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/73-resuscitate-before-you-intubate-how-to-not-kill/id1535997752?i=1000630431016Mentioned in this episode:AND If you are planning to sit for your CCRN and would like to take the Critical Care Academy CCRN prep course you can visit https://www.ccrnacademy.com and use coupon code RAPID10 to get 10% off the cost of the course!CONNECT

This week on bigcitysmalltown, Bob Rivard sits down with Dr. Michelangelo Sabatino, director of UT San Antonio's School of Architecture and Planning and the Roland K. Bloomberg Endowed Professor in Architecture. Six months into his role, Sabatino is making the rounds — meeting architects, developers, civic leaders, and students — and bringing a historian's eye and a pedestrian's sensibility to one of the fastest-growing cities in the country.They discuss:What drew Sabatino from the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago to San Antonio, and why the city's UNESCO World Heritage sites and River Walk made it an easy callHow the school's move to One Riverwalk Place is transforming not just where students learn, but how — using the downtown core as a living laboratoryWhy adaptive reuse, not new construction, is where the most creative architectural thinking happens — and how San Antonio has long led the wayThe challenge of knitting together UTSA's expanding downtown campus across four compass points of the urban core, and what 6,000 students downtown by end of 2026 could mean for the cityHow San Antonio's growth into a megaregion with Austin raises urgent questions about equity, infrastructure, and who benefitsThe "bird's eye view" problem: why seeing cities only from above — or from a car — leads to dangerous planning mistakesWhy first-generation students from San Antonio's working-class neighborhoods may be the city's most important agents of changeRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶ #151. 8.3 Million New Neighbors by 2050 — Henry Cisneros and Bob Rivard on the Austin-San Antonio Megaregion — Essential context for this conversation. Henry Cisneros and Bob Rivard examine the demographic forces reshaping the San Antonio-Austin corridor and what it means for how both cities plan, build, and grow... ..GET THE NEWSLETTER

If you've been posting consistently but still hearing crickets when it comes to selling your services, this episode is for you. Whether you're brand new to Instagram, relaunching an offer to a cold audience, or trying to wake up a stagnant account, the way most service providers are selling on Instagram is no longer working. The algorithm has changed, AI-generated content is the new normal, and your audience can smell a generic post from a mile away. A few strategic shifts can completely change how people pay attention to, and buy from, you. Stop selling your title, your deliverables, and your objections. Start talking about the specific problem your specific person is facing in a way that's vulnerable and specific. The harder you niche your language, the less content you'll need to create. In today's episode, we're chatting about: Why a disengaged audience is actually worse than a small one How Instagram has evolved into a search engine and interest-based platform The 3 things you must do to sell through content: vulnerability, creative specificity, and a real point of view Why handling objections in your feed posts is a waste of time How to build a simple sales funnel that converts: DMs, lead magnets, email list, and a full sales page CONNECT: Connect with me on Instagram to see how I apply what I talk about on the episodes. Get more marketing insights from me beyond the episodes.   BEYOND THE EPISODE: Get private consulting and coaching on your marketing to become your audience's favorite personal brand to follow and buy from. Learn more. Learn how to launch like celebrity brands like SKIMS, Poppi, and Rhode using the Campaign Crash Course™. Get it today! Reinvent the way you market and 3x your audience, demand, and sales with Industry's Choice. Learn more. Get support with all of your design needs for your next campaign with Sales Studio. Get started.    

What happens when your child seems sick, but everything keeps coming back normal? For a lot of parents, the scariest part isn't the diagnosis. It's the not knowing. It's being told everything looks fine when your gut is telling you something is off. This week, Katie sits down with Kayleigh, a medical assistant and mom of three, to share the story of her daughter Kanessa. Almost a year after a freak eye injury that seemed to heal, Kanessa suddenly got sick. At first, it looked like a simple virus. But within days, things escalated fast. Kaylee shares what it was like trying to make sense of symptoms that didn't quite add up. Normal test results. A child who seemed okay one minute and not the next. And that moment when everything changed with one scan. From there, their world shifted quickly. A brain bleed. A diagnosis of bacterial meningitis. Emergency surgery. A 40-day hospital stay. Kaylee talks about what it took to keep going through all of it, while also caring for a newborn and being away from her other child. She also shares how she supported Kanessa through it all. Being honest about what was happening. Preparing her for procedures. Letting her ask questions. And leaning on Child Life in a way that made a huge difference for both of them. If you've ever wondered if you're overreacting or if you should push for more answers, this episode will stay with you. Kaylee's story is a reminder to trust yourself and keep advocating. This episode is sponsored by Gebauer PainEase®. We're so grateful for their support. To learn more about this product, visit their website. This is our 300th episode, which feels pretty surreal. We're so grateful you're here. Special Giveaway ☕️Your support means so much to us, and we're truly grateful for this community. As a small thank you, we're offering a $10 Starbucks gift card to the first 20 listeners who leave a review. If the podcast has made an impact on you, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Simply screenshot your review and email it to podcast@childlifeoncall.com to claim your gift. Thank you for being part of this journey with us

Sometimes going on a trip is better than no trip at all and our three nights in Kyoto proved it. We fit in so much, I have zero regrets, and I'm sharing everything: what we did, what I'd do differently, and why you don't have to do it perfectly to have an incredible time. In This Episode You'll Learn ✔ How we got from Tokyo to Kyoto on the bullet train using the Smart Ex app and what we learned about IC cards (Suica vs. ICOCA) for the whole family ✔ Why we stayed at the Hyatt Place Kyoto and how we booked it using free night certificates and points ✔ Our honest review of Nishiki Market what to eat, how much time to give yourself, and how it's cash only ✔ What the Samurai Ninja Museum experience was actually like (hint: throwing stars and blowing darts are involved) ✔ The Sakura Light Festival at Nijo Castle, a cherry blossom illumination event I stumbled upon that ended up being magical ✔ Why I switched our Day 2 plans and prioritized Fushimi Inari first, and why I'd do it again ✔ The VoiceMap app walking tour that made Fushimi Inari one of the coolest experiences of the whole trip ✔ The "secret" bamboo grove at Fushimi Inari, what I know, what I couldn't find, and what I'd do differently ✔ Our full Nara day: feeding the deer (it's a little chaotic, here's what to know), seeing the Great Buddha, and why both my kids said Nara was their favorite ✔ Ramen Row at Kyoto Station how to find it, why it's worth it, and what we ordered ✔ The kimono fitting and tea ceremony at Camellia Flower Tea House in the Gion district why I'd book it earlier next time and what I wish I'd known ✔ Why I didn't book dinner reservations that last evening and why that was the right call ✔ Seven-Eleven Japan breakfast the smoothie machines, egg salad sandwiches, and the whipped cream fruit sandwich my daughter was obsessed with ✔ How to think about early mornings vs. real rest when you're traveling with kids This Episode Is Especially Helpful If... You're planning a family trip to Japan and trying to figure out how to actually fit Kyoto in You want to use Hyatt points or free night certificates for Japan travel You're overwhelmed by "do everything perfectly or don't go" thinking and need permission to just go You're trying to decide between the big Kyoto sights, Fushimi Inari, Nijo Castle, Nara, the Gion district, and what to prioritize You love the idea of meaningful, immersive travel experiences (like a tea ceremony or a shrine walk) but also want practical logistics You're traveling with kids or teens and need a real, honest take on pacing Resources & Mentioned in This Episode Smart Ex App — for purchasing bullet train (Shinkansen) tickets online Suica Card / ICOCA Card — IC transit cards for trains and subways in Japan Hyatt Place Kyoto — booked on free night certificates and points, one king bed and one twin bed rooms could be adjoining Nishiki Market — cash only; great for Wagyu beef, mochi with strawberries, green tea boba, homemade donuts and so much more Samurai Ninja Museum, Kyoto — interactive ninja experience + samurai museum guided tour; add the ninja experience add-on if you have kids Sakura Light Festival at Nijo Castle — cherry blossom illuminations, outdoor market, and optional evening performance (seasonal) Fushimi Inari Taisha — free to visit; Dorothy highly recommends the VoiceMap walking tour Golden Pavilion— A single loop around Kinkakuji temple VoiceMap App — self-guided audio walking tours; ~$10 each, one account works on two phones Nara Park — deer feeding, the Great Buddha at Todai-ji Temple Ramen Row, Kyoto Station — 10th floor; multiple ramen restaurants, including a vegan/gluten-free option Camellia Flower Tea House, Gion — book via Viator; kimono add-on available 1 hour or more before your tea time (book earlyit sells out!) Gion District, Kyoto — pagoda, lantern-lit streets, shops, shrines; beautiful at night Seven-Eleven Japan — smoothie machines, hard boiled eggs, whipped cream fruit sandwiches, egg salad sandwiches, protein bars; ATMs inside work with MasterCard debit Loved This Episode? If this inspired you to take the trip, do the thing, and stop waiting for the perfect moment, I would be so grateful if you'd leave a review! It helps more women find this podcast and get the inspiration and tools they need to live fully. Thank you so much, love.

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine the fight over the Howard Solstice Transmission Line — a proposed 370-mile, 765kV power line that would connect CPS Energy's Howard Road Station in Bexar County to a new substation in Pecos County, cutting through some of the most ecologically sensitive terrain in Texas.Host Bob Rivard welcomes Ted Flato, founding principal of Lake|Flato Architects and founder of the Headwaters Alliance, and Jada Jo Smith, owner of Orange Blossom Realty in Utopia and an elected official on the Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District. Both are longtime Hill Country ranchers and leading voices in the opposition coalition, which has grown to nearly 48,000 members.They discuss:How CPS Energy and AEP Texas proposed the line — and why the compressed timeline caught landowners off guardWhy the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone makes certain routes especially dangerousHow the Hill Country Preservation Coalition built a broad, bipartisan opposition movement in a matter of monthsWhat "the least harmful route" means — and how much of it CPS Energy appears to have embracedWhat landowners can expect if the line crosses their property, and why eminent domain is the worst outcomeWhere the case stands now as the Public Utility Commission of Texas prepares to make a final decisionRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶ #159. The Cost of Powering San Antonio: CPS Energy  - CEO Rudy Garza on Potential Increasing Rates, Sustainable Growth, and Grid Demand — Bob Rivard sat down with CPS Energy CEO Rudy Garza to explore the pressures facing San Antonio's municipally owned utility, including surging demand, grid reliability, and the infrastructure investments driving the Howard Solstice project. Essential context for this conversation... ..GET THE NEWSLETTER

We kicked off our Japan trip by heading straight from a 12-hour flight to Tokyo Disneyland. Crazy... a little, but honestly, it kind of worked. In this episode, I'm breaking down how we did two days at Tokyo Disney, including a full day at Disney Sea with the vacation package, happy entry perks, and yes, a few hiccups along the way. This is episode one of a three-part Japan series, sharing everything that worked and lessons learned along the way. In This Episode You'll Learn: ✔ Why I chose to start our Japan trip at Tokyo Disney ✔ What a Tokyo Disney vacation package actually includes, and the different options ✔ Why Happy Entry at Disney Sea is worth building your hotel choice around ✔ The exact ride strategy I used at Disney Sea to minimize wait times and maximize the day, and how I'd do it without Happy Entry or a vacation package ✔ Which Premier Access passes sell out first ✔ The four things I bought before this trip that made everything easier ✔ Our honest food reviews, hits and misses ✔ What I'd do differently if we went back, and whether I'd do Tokyo Disney again at all This Episode Is Especially Helpful If: You're planning a Japan trip and trying to decide whether Tokyo Disney is worth it You've never navigated a Tokyo Disney vacation package and don't know where to start You want a real, honest trip review, including the things that didn't go as planned You're traveling with kids and want to know what ages and strategies work best You're trying to figure out the Happy Entry hotels and whether they're actually worth it Resources & Mentions: Tokyo Disney Vacation Packages (available through the official Tokyo Disney Resort website) Fantasy Springs Hotel including Happy Entry access to Disney Sea's Fantasy Springs area Hyatt Regency Tokyo Bay booked with Hyatt points Facebook Group: Tokyo Disneyland and Disney Sea Holiday Planning, a great resource for booking windows and tips Viator or Klook for car pickup services from the airport Baggalini recommended for travel days and extra souvenirs Here Change purse with 3 compartments here Hoka walking shoes, water-resistant and comfortable Here _____________________________________________________________________ Beyond Travel Ways to Work Together: 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE Peace & Prosperity Coaching HERE Within a 21-day self-guided journey to more peace and calm in your nervous system and life. HERE _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes.

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine the story behind ProsperOps, a cloud cost optimization startup with roots in San Antonio and Austin. Founded by a group of former Rackspace employees—known as “Rackers”—ProsperOps has quietly grown into a significant player in cloud services, culminating in its acquisition by Chicago-based Flexera earlier this year.Host Bob Rivard welcomes founders Eric Carlin and Chris Cochran for an in-depth conversation about the company's unconventional journey. Operating as a remote-first team with no fixed address, ProsperOps leveraged early support from the local “Racker family,” worked with minimal overhead, and never sought outside venture capital after its initial round. The company's approach, shaped by the unique culture at Rackspace, stands out in the Texas startup landscape.They discuss:• How Rackspace's culture of “fanatical support” influenced the creation of ProsperOps• The impact of remote work—before and after the pandemic—on building a fast-growing company• Navigating early funding, resisting acquisition offers, and why the founders waited for the right exit• The challenges and opportunities for tech entrepreneurs in San Antonio and along the Austin-San Antonio corridor• What the ProsperOps story says about the future of local startups, remote work, and the city's efforts to build a lasting tech ecosystemRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶️ #138. Alamo Angels: The Future of South Texas Startups – Building on the local founder journey explored in the ProsperOps episode, host Bob Rivard sits down with Sebastian Garzon of Alamo Angels to unpack how a thriving network of investors and entrepreneurs is shaping San Antonio's next wave of tech success stories. Discover what it takes to grow a robust startup ecosystem and why early-stage investment is key to the city's innovation future.-- --CONNECT

We're taking a hard right turn this week, because we are headed to Japan, and I want to bring you along for all of it, starting with how we're getting there for almost nothing, and why I'm already planning next spring break and next summer's vacations. In This Episode You'll Learn: ✔ How Dorothy approaches early trip planning, from dream destination to booking window ✔ Why booking flights as early as possible matters more than you think (and how the points price on their Japan flights went from 40K to 200K+ in less than a year) ✔ The difference between transferable points (like Amex and Chase) and airline-specific miles ✔ How to stack Hyatt free night awards, suite upgrade awards, and club access awards to cover multiple nights with zero out-of-pocket costs ✔ What we splurged on ✔ Which card they're using for foreign purchases and dining while in Japan ✔ The two most common questions Dorothy gets about points and miles (does it hurt your credit? how many cards is too many?) answered ✔ Why right now is actually the time to start planning summer 2027 Points and miles are in no way my main focus, but help create some amazing trips! _____________________________________________________________________ Ways to work together: 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE Peace & Prosperity Coaching HERE Within a 21 day self-guided journey to more peace and calm in your nervous system and life. HERE _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes.

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we turn our attention to Big Bend—one of the most remote and ecologically significant regions in Texas—amid renewed national debate over plans to build a border wall through Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park, and surrounding areas. The episode addresses the longstanding local opposition to the wall, the potential impacts on the natural landscape, and what the proposal could mean for communities and businesses in West Texas.Bob is joined by Brewster County Judge Greg Henington, Tara Shackelford of Hidden Dagger Adventures, and Sam Stavanoha, owner of the French Company Grocer and organizer of nobigbendwall.org. Together, they provide insight into the local response, the risks faced by residents and entrepreneurs, and the complicated political landscape influencing the debate.They discuss:• Why locals say Big Bend's natural barriers render a wall unnecessary• The environmental, economic, and cultural consequences of wall construction in the region• The role of technology as an alternative to physical barriers along the border• Grassroots efforts and local government resolutions opposing the wall• How potential changes could affect tourism, private landowners, and daily life in West TexasIf you are interested in participating in either of the protests happening on Saturday, April 4, visit www.savebigbendatx.org for the Austin protest and nobigbendwall.org for the Big Bend protest.For San Antonio and Texas listeners, this episode provides a close look at the intersection of national policy, local experience, and the fragile ecology of a cornerstone Texas landscape.RECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶️ #160. How a Polluted Lake Became a Wildlife Haven in San Antonio – Discover the remarkable rebirth of Mitchell Lake as Cory Ames and Erin Magerl reveal how a former sewage dump is now a vital wildlife sanctuary. This episode connects conservation on the borderlands to urban ecological renewal in San Antonio, showing what's possible when communities rally to protect natural treasures.-- --CONNECT

If you've ever disappeared from your marketing and then struggled to claw your way back, this episode is for you. I'm getting honest about something I've experienced for years: the cycle of going dark on my marketing whenever life or business throws me a curveball. Whether it's been grief, burnout, getting buried in client work, or just losing motivation, I've lived through every version of this. And every single time, it took twice as long to rebuild momentum than it would have to just keep going at a minimum. The truth is, while you're away, your audience is building relationships with someone else and your results over the next 90 days are a direct reflection of what you did (or didn't do) in the last 90. This year, I decided enough is enough. I'm enforcing a strict 7-day maximum for going dark, and I built what I call a baseline marketing system. This is my minimum marketing standard that feels simple, repeatable, and completely non-negotiable. I walk you through exactly how I set mine up, from making my podcast untouchable to layering in a one-post-per-week Instagram minimum, to building an emergency content bank so I always have something ready when life gets in the way. In today's episode, we're chatting about: Why your marketing results today determine your conversions for the next 90 days The personal rules I'm enforcing this year to never fully disappear again How to build a baseline marketing system that works even on your worst days The emergency content bank strategy — 10 pieces of content, stored and ready to go Why templates should be your backup plan, not your main strategy The hard truth about marketing mindset and how to stop self-sabotaging CONNECT: Connect with me on Instagram to see how I apply what I talk about on the episodes. Get more marketing insights from me beyond the episodes. BEYOND THE EPISODE: Get private consulting and coaching on your marketing to become your audience's favorite personal brand to follow and buy from. Learn more. Learn how to launch like celebrity brands like SKIMS, Poppi, and Rhode using the Campaign Crash Course™. Get it today! Reinvent the way you market and 3x your audience, demand, and sales with Industry's Choice. Learn more. Get support with all of your design needs for your next campaign with Sales Studio. Get started.  

If you've ever felt you've been doing everything "right" eating well, paying attention, showing up for yourself, and yet your hunger feels bottomless, the scale isn't moving the way you expected, and you're wondering if something is wrong with you. Friend, nothing is wrong with you. Let's talk about what's actually going on. In this week's episode, we're wrapping up the mini coaching series with a conversation that ties it all together: why arbitrary goals and timelines can work for us or against us, how to use a hunger scale as a helpful tool, and why your hunger might feel amplified especially if you're in perimenopause. In This Episode You'll Learn: ✔ Why setting arbitrary numbers (like "lose a pound a week" or "12 weeks") can sometimes hold you back from feeling successful ✔ How to think about timeframes for habit change and why it's always okay to give yourself more time ✔ The difference between reflexive living and reflective living, and why that pause matters so much ✔ How to use the 0–10 hunger scale to eat in a way that feels nourishing, not restrictive ✔ What to do when you're eating well but still feel like a bottomless pit ✔ Why food quality matters just as much as food quantity when it comes to feeling full and satisfied ✔ How sleep deprivation and stress hormones directly affect your hunger and cravings ✔ What declining estrogen and progesterone during perimenopause can do to your hunger signals, mood, and sleep, and what to do about it ✔ Why the old "eat less, do more cardio" approach doesn't serve women as we age, and what actually does ✔ How to become the person who maintains healthy habits long after any program ends This Episode Is Especially Helpful If: You've been following along with this coaching series and want to understand the bigger picture You feel like you're eating enough but still can't shake the constant hunger You've noticed your body responding differently to food, exercise, or stress than it used to You're in perimenopause (or suspect you might be) and want to understand what's happening hormonally You keep "starting over" and want to finally understand how to make change stick for good You want to stop waiting for your "future self" to have it all together and start feeling good right now _____________________________________________________________________ ✨ Ready to go deeper?Sign up through the link in the show notes and join this 12-week coaching experience. Mentioned in this episode: Trust Your Body, Change Your Habits 12 Weeks of Free Coaching Join HERE 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE Peace & Prosperity Coaching HERE Within a self-guided journey to more peace and calm in your nervous system and life. HERE _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes. If this episode resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you took a moment to leave a review! It helps more women find this community and start trusting themselves around food, their bodies, and their health. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine the state of homelessness in San Antonio—a topic that impacts every corner of the city and reflects larger challenges across Texas. Hosts Bob Rivard and Cory Ames are joined by Katie Wilson, president and CEO of Close to Home, the lead nonprofit coordinating citywide efforts to prevent and reduce homelessness.Wilson shares her local perspective and expertise, detailing how funding, collaboration, and long-term planning shape San Antonio's approach. Together, they explore why homelessness is increasingly a “housing problem,” how the mismatch between wages and housing costs is pushing more families into crisis, and what solutions are working—or not—within the city's network of nonprofit and government partners.Key topics include:San Antonio's evolving ecosystem of homeless services and why collaboration mattersThe realities behind annual "point-in-time" counts and trends in local homelessnessChallenges facing chronic homelessness, mental health, and supportive housingImpacts of federal funding shifts and what they mean for permanent supportive housingThe ongoing effects of rising rents, stagnant wages, and local policy optionsEncampment management, shelter capacity, and barriers people face accessing servicesThe city's strategic plans—from housing bonds to five-year visions for homelessness reductionListeners will gain a clearer understanding of what's happening on the ground, the policy debates shaping our future, and where community action and investment can make a difference.RECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶️ #145. Opportunity Home is Rebuilding Public Homes and Public Trust for its Centennial Vision – If you're interested in San Antonio's housing crisis and how public agencies tackle affordability and federal funding cuts, this episode is a must-listen. Host Bob Rivard sits down with Michael Reyes, CEO of Opportunity Home, to unpack the realities of public housing, deferred maintenance, and bold new strategies shaping the city's future.-- --CONNECT

If your freebie isn't converting, it's because the game has changed. I've been coaching clients on this heavily lately, and the old approach of throwing together a quick Canva PDF no longer cuts it. I talk about why freebies just need to be more intentional, and why the difference between a low-value freebie (downloaded and ignored) and a high-value one (talked about, turned into content, leading into your offers) comes down to how you build it and how you market it. In today's episode, we're chatting about: Why freebie culture is back The 3 types of freebies every brand needs: Quick Win, Belief Shift, and Immersive How to reverse engineer your freebie from your paid offer so it actually leads somewhere Why your freebie should be a 6–12 month marketing asset, not a one-time launch tool How 1 strong freebie can generate up to 100 pieces of content with different hooks and CTAs I break down the 3 freebie types in detail: Quick Win Freebies take under 30 minutes to consume and deliver a same-day or same-week result (think templates, scripts, or hooks). Belief Shift Freebies take 30–60 minutes and create an immediate mindset shift with results within 30 days (like my Campaign Crash Course). And Immersive Freebies are 60+ minutes, built around experience and proximity — workshops, challenges, intensives where results build over 30–90 days. If you can't market your freebie in multiple ways, it's not strong enough. Start with one solid freebie, learn how to sell it on social, and build from there.   CONNECT: Connect with me on Instagram to see how I apply what I talk about on the episodes. Get more marketing insights from me beyond the episodes.   BEYOND THE EPISODE: Get private consulting and coaching on your marketing to become your audience's favorite personal brand to follow and buy from. Learn more. Learn how to launch like celebrity brands like SKIMS, Poppi, and Rhode using the Campaign Crash Course™. Get it today! Reinvent the way you market and 3x your audience, demand, and sales with Industry's Choice. Learn more. Get support with all of your design needs for your next campaign with Sales Studio. Get started.  

How to Enjoy Every Vacation, Night Out, and Celebration Without Guilt Trusting Dorothy Podcast | 12 Weeks of Free Coaching Week 7 What if vacations, dinners out, and celebrations didn't have to feel like a threat to your progress, but just… part of the plan? In Week 7 of the 12 Weeks Free Coaching series, we get practical. With Spring Break around the corner (and a lifetime of birthday dinners, vacations, and life ahead), this episode is all about how to show up for yourself in social situations, on vacation, and anywhere life takes you off your usual routine, without guilt, without going overboard, and without starting over the moment you get home. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✔ Why no single meal or vacation can ever undo your progress ✔ How to stop making food choices based on what makes others comfortable ✔ Why the guilt after the meal does more damage than the meal itself ✔ How to set simple, flexible goals for trips and nights out (without all-or-nothing thinking) ✔ What to do when friends or family pressure you to eat or drink a certain way ✔ How your environment, including the people around you, shapes your habits ✔ Why vacations can actually be a window into how to love your everyday life more ✔ How to come home from a trip feeling good instead of like you need to "start over" ✔ The mindset shift that makes returning to your routine feel easy and natural _____________________________________________________________________ ✨ Ready to go deeper?Sign up through the link in the show notes and join this 12-week coaching experience. Mentioned in this episode: Trust Your Body, Change Your Habits 12 Weeks of Free Coaching Join HERE 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE Peace & Prosperity Coaching HERE Within a self-guided journey to more peace and calm in your nervous system and life. HERE _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes. If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review - it means the world to me + helps the show reach more people! Thank you!

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine the career and leadership journey of Lori Houston, former Assistant City Manager for San Antonio and now CEO of CE Group—a prominent event, public relations, and marketing organization with deep roots in the city.Bob Rivard sits down with Lori Houston to discuss her transition from public service to private enterprise, the challenges and insights gained from overseeing some of San Antonio's most consequential downtown projects, and her vision for CE Group's future as the company enters a new chapter.They explore:• The evolution of San Antonio's urban core under Lori's tenure, including major redevelopment initiatives and public-private partnerships• The shifting priorities at City Hall and what these changes mean for downtown development and city infrastructure• The impact of technology and economic shifts on the events and PR industry, and how CE Group is adapting to ongoing disruption• Lori's approach to mentorship, workforce development, and her personal story of sobriety as shared with the city's homeless services networkTune in for a conversation about civic leadership, economic reality, and the future of downtown San Antonio.RECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶️ #151. 8.3 Million New Neighbors by 2050—Henry Cisneros and Bob Rivard on the Austin-San Antonio Megaregion – Following up on San Antonio's evolving leadership and urban growth, this episode dives into the region's explosive future. Host Bob Rivard sits down with Henry Cisneros to explore the challenges and opportunities as San Antonio and Austin transform into a powerful megaregion reshaping Central Texas.-- -- CONNECT

What does life really look like after a child receives a kidney transplant? Many people think transplant is the end of the journey—but for families, it's often just the beginning. This week's guest, Lyndsey Fedorko, returns to the podcast to share the next chapter of her son James's medical journey—life after a kidney transplant. After years of dialysis, hospitalizations, and uncertainty, James received a life-saving kidney transplant from his aunt, marking the beginning of a new season for their family. Lyndsey and Katie reflect on the intense months surrounding transplant surgery, including relocating their family to Houston, navigating the transplant workup process, and the emotional weight of waiting while two surgeries—donor and recipient—happened at the same time. Lyndsey shares what recovery really looked like, from the long hospital stay caused by a rare complication to the daily routines required to protect James's new kidney. Lyndsey shares openly about the ongoing care James still needs, including medications, monitoring for rejection, therapies, and the unexpected challenges that came after transplant—including a rejection episode that required intensive treatments. If you've ever wondered what life after pediatric transplant truly looks like, this conversation offers an honest and hopeful look at resilience, advocacy, and the power of family support. We extend our sincere gratitude to our sponsor for this episode, Gebauer PainEase®. We are pleased to provide more information about this product, and we invite you to learn more by visiting their website. Resources & Ways to Connect: Connect with Lyndsey Children's Transplant Initiative Provides housing and support for families traveling for pediatric transplant care. IROC (Improving Renal Outcomes Collaborative)- Support and Educational Resources for families navigating pediatirc Kidney Transplants Connect with us!  Subscribe: Never miss an episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Visit insidethechildrenshospital.com to search stories and episodes easily Follow us on Instagram for updates and opportunities to connect with other parents Download SupportSpot: receive Child Life tools at your fingertips. Leave a Review: It helps other families find us and access our resources! Medical information provided is not a substitute for professional advice—please consult your care team. Keywords: pediatric kidney transplant, life after transplant child, dialysis in children, kidney disease in kids, transplant rejection treatment, pediatric transplant recovery, living donor kidney transplant, children's transplant initiative housing, transplant parent story, caring for medically complex child, pediatric kidney failure journey, transplant family support, child life coping tools, parenting through pediatric illness.

Mindset Beyond Positive Thinking Trusting Dorothy Podcast | 12 Weeks of Free Coaching Week 5 What if the missing piece in your health journey isn't another strategy… but a mindset shift that changes everything? In Week 6 of the 12 Weeks Free Coaching series, we go beyond positive thinking and dive into the mindset shifts that make every practical tool actually work. Whether you're just joining or have been here from the beginning, this episode is for you. If you've ever found yourself stuck in negative self-talk, running on guilt or shame, or waiting to feel good until the results arrive, this episode will show you why feeling good now is not just a nice idea, it's the neuroscience and energetics behind lasting change. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✔ Why mindset is just as important as every practical weight loss strategy ✔ How to choose what things mean instead of defaulting to unhelpful stories ✔ Why "this isn't working" is one of the most dangerous thoughts on your journey ✔ How free will and the "everything is optional" mindset reduce resistance ✔ The neuroscience behind affirmations and why feeling matters more than words ✔ How your Reticular Activating System filters your reality based on your beliefs ✔ Why guilt and shame never create lasting change ✔ How a regulated nervous system allows mindset shifts to actually land ✔ The power of starting your morning with intention and feeling ✔ How to write affirmations that your brain can actually believe This Episode Is Especially Helpful If: You struggle with negative self-talk or an inner critic that won't quit You use guilt or pressure to try to motivate yourself and it keeps backfiring You're waiting to feel good until you hit your goal You want to understand the science behind mindset and habit change You're ready to approach your health from a place of choice instead of obligation You want your affirmations and morning practice to actually work _____________________________________________________________________ ✨ Ready to go deeper?Sign up through the link in the show notes and join this 12-week coaching experience. Mentioned in this episode: Trust Your Body, Change Your Habits 12 Weeks of Free Coaching Join HERE 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE Peace & Prosperity Coaching HERE Within a self-guided journey to more peace and calm in your nervous system and life. HERE _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes. If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review - it means the world to me + helps the show reach more people! Thank you!

In the conclusion to our series on "Vision", Roger Morris teaches that when God gives you a vision, it's of a better future you, not your present self, and you must believe and act on God's Word. He shares how he spoke faith over a broken cassette tape player until it worked, and he points to the Jordan River crossing where the water moved only after the priests stepped in. Roger warns that many believers won't trust God beyond salvation, and he urges you to dream bigger, give God the glory, and develop stewardship for what God entrusts to you.   Using Matthew 25:14-16 and Matthew 13:44 Roger explains that your words shape your identity, encourages speaking life to children, and uses Abraham and Jacob as examples of God seeing who they would become. From Genesis 13, he emphasizes that as you move, look, and walk by faith, God expands your boundaries—there's no wrong move except not moving.   EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:   00:00 God Sees Your Future 00:39 Speaking Faith Over Problems 02:12 Step Into the Water 03:39 Weird Religion vs Real Faith 06:19 Dream Bigger Give God Glory 08:06 Words Shape Your Kids 12:13 Kingdom Vision and Matthew 25 16:54 Treasure Vision and Stewardship 21:57 Abram Jacob and New Identity 23:00 Genesis 13 No Wrong Moves 26:49 Closing and How to Connect   Connect with Bill & Roger Ministries: www.billandroger.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064668460680

The stroke guidelines just changed and it's exciting and nuanced! What you do in the first 30 minutes could drastically change your patient's outcome. In this episode, Dr. Shyam Prabhakaran, neurologist and chief writer of the new 2026 AHA Stroke Guidelines, explains what's changed and how these guidelines are changing practice at the bedside.Stroke treatment decisions are getting faster, more nuanced, and more imaging-driven. Inclusion/exclusion criteria and whether to give thrombolytics, who is a candidate for thrombectomy, and when to touch the blood pressure have all been updated. Know the updates before your next stroke alert!Topics discussed in this episode:Introducing the classic extended window patient caseThrombolytics vs. thrombectomy explainedEMS destination decision: Choosing primary vs. comprehensive stroke centerHow reperfusion time windows have changedAdvanced imaging: ASPECTS and thrombectomy eligibilityTreatment options for patients presenting outside of the 4.5 hr windowBlood pressure management recommendationsWhat nurses should do in the first 15-30 minutesLVO red flags at the bedsidePediatric ischemic strokeCheck out the new AHA Stroke Guidelines:https://newsroom.heart.org/news/new-guideline-expands-stroke-treatment-for-adults-offers-first-pediatric-stroke-guidanceMentioned in this episode:CONNECT

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine the transformation of Mitchell Lake on San Antonio's South Side—from decades as a city sewage dump to its current status as a 1,200-acre urban wildlife sanctuary and a critical stop along the Central Flyway for hundreds of migratory bird species.Cory Ames is joined by Erin Magerl, Senior Education Coordinator at the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, to detail the lake's complicated history, its current ecological significance, and what its rebirth says about conservation in a rapidly growing city.They discuss:• The origins of Mitchell Lake as a natural water body and its years serving as the city's sewage outflow• The environmental turnaround—from polluted waters to a revived ecosystem supporting over 350 bird species annually• The role of public investment and the latest bond-funded improvements aimed at expanding community access and education• The ongoing challenges facing bird populations and local conservation efforts in the face of urban development• Practical ways San Antonians can support urban wildlife and participate in community scienceThis episode offers a grounded look at what's possible when cities confront past mistakes and the continuing challenges of balancing growth with the preservation of natural habitats in San Antonio.RECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶️ #139. How San Antonio is Turning Construction Waste to Community Wealth – If you found Mitchell Lake's story of renewal inspiring, take the next step with this episode on San Antonio's efforts to turn building waste into local opportunity. Cory Ames sits down with Stephanie Phillips to discuss the city's pioneering deconstruction policy and how it's fueling environmental innovation, workforce growth, and stronger communities.-- -- CONNECT

What to Prioritize Beyond Food and Workouts Trusting Dorothy Podcast | 12 Weeks of Free Coaching Week 5 Are you doing the food, doing the workouts, and still feeling like something is missing? Like you're doing everything right but progress has stalled or you're just ready to dial in what comes next? This episode is for you. In Week 5 of the free 12-week coaching series, we're pulling back the curtain on everything that influences fat loss beyond calories and exercise. Because the truth is, it's never just food and workouts. There are closer to 10 toggles, levers you can adjust, and which one you focus on next is completely personal to you. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why fat loss is a multi-lever system, not a two-toggle pass or fail approach The 10 toggles of fat loss and how to identify which one is your next move How sleep directly impacts your hunger hormones ghrelin and leptin, and why you're not weak, you're just sleep deprived The cortisol cycle: how chronic stress signals your body to store fat and what to do about it Why NEAT (non-exercise activity) may be burning more calories than your actual workouts, and how to use that to your advantage The most common micronutrient deficiencies in women and how they silently undermine your energy, metabolism, and results The truth about supplements, what's actually worth it and what's just expensive hope Why creatine belongs in your routine, even if fat loss (not muscle gain) is your goal _____________________________________________________________________ ✨ Ready to go deeper?Sign up through the link in the show notes and join this 12-week coaching experience. Mentioned in this episode: Trust Your Body, Change Your Habits 12 Weeks of Free Coaching Join HERE Optional personalized coaching and workouts inside The Lift Library 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE Peace & Prosperity Coaching HERE _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes. If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review - it means the world to me + helps the show reach more people! Thank you!

Cycle Breaking, Self-Compassion, and Trusting Your Body's Wisdom Trusting Dorothy Podcast | 12 Weeks of Free Coaching Week 4 Are you exhausted from starting over every Monday? Tired of white-knuckling your way through diets only to end up right back where you started, maybe even more frustrated with yourself? This episode is for you. In Week 4 of the free 12-week coaching series, we're diving deep into one of the most powerful shifts you can make on your health journey: breaking the cycles that keep you stuck not with more willpower, but with self-compassion, body awareness, and a whole new way of listening to yourself. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why the guilt-binge cycle keeps repeating — and what's actually driving it (hint: it's not a lack of discipline) How shame makes habit change harder, not easier — what the research actually says The truth about "mind over matter" and why this common motivational phrase may be working against you How to recognize your personal patterns — daily, weekly, and monthly cycles that influence your hunger, energy, and choices Simple, body-based tools to pause and disrupt a cycle in the moment without judgment A powerful reframe: from mind over matter → mind with matter Key Takeaways The Guilt Binge Cycle (And How to Break It) Guilt doesn't break the pattern, it fuels it. When we break our own rules around food, guilt can actually become permission to keep going. Add in food restriction and deprivation, and your body's hunger hormones ramp up, making the cycle almost biological. Understanding why this happens is the first step to changing it. Your Body Has Cycles From the afternoon energy dip to the week before your period when hunger spikes, your body is constantly sending signals. Learning to recognize these rhythms rather than labeling them as failures is where real change begins. Why "Mind Over Matter" Might Be Holding You Back We explore why training yourself to override physical signals, in workouts and in life can actually disconnect you from your body's wisdom. The new approach? Mind with matter, using your mind to listen to your body, not silence it. Practical Tools to Pause the Pattern Front load your day with protein and fiber Use movement (a plank, jumping jacks, body tapping) to discharge stress and interrupt automatic behaviors Try a somatic pause before returning to food mindfully Neutralize food, there's no "good" or "bad," only what nourishes you in different ways Who This Episode Is For This episode is for women who are done with dieting and ready to build a relationship with food and their body rooted in trust, not control. Whether you're in the middle of a habit reset, feeling the motivation dip around week 4, or just starting to question why traditional "willpower" approaches haven't worked, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. ______________________________________________________________________ ✨ Ready to go deeper?Sign up through the link in the show notes and join this 12-week coaching experience. Mentioned in this episode: Trust Your Body, Change Your Habits 12 Weeks of Free Coaching Join HERE Optional personalized coaching and workouts inside The Lift Library 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE Peace & Prosperity Coaching HERE _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes. If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review - it means the world to me + helps the show reach more people! Thank you!

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine the pressing issue of San Antonio's stray animal population and the role of affordable spay and neuter services in addressing it. With a 20% euthanasia rate at the city's shelters and persistent challenges around pet overpopulation, animal welfare remains a critical public concern.Host Bob Rivard is joined by Cathy Rosenthal, syndicated animal welfare columnist, and Vanessa Richey Said, chairwoman of the San Antonio Spay/Neuter Network. Together, they discuss how San Antonio compares to other major cities in animal welfare, the evolution of local policies and partnerships since the early 2000s, and the specific barriers residents face in accessing affordable veterinary care.Topics include:• The history of San Antonio's animal welfare system and the shift towards “no-kill” shelter practices• How the Spay/Neuter Network targets underserved communities through free and low-cost services• Veterinary shortages and the impact on local efforts to curb pet overpopulation• The cultural and educational challenges around spaying and neutering, and outreach strategies• The importance of humane education and fostering programs for reducing strays• The city's recent investments in animal care services and progress in tackling roaming and aggressive animalsTune in for a data-driven, straightforward look at the city's ongoing efforts to improve animal welfare—and what still needs to be done.▶️ #13. The Cost of Irresponsible Pet Ownership: Nadia De la Garza Explains – If you want to understand the ripple effects of pet owner decisions discussed in the spay/neuter episode, don't miss this conversation. Host Bob Rivard and guest Nadia De la Garza delve into common myths about pet care, the impact of neglect, and how responsible pet ownership can transform San Antonio's animal welfare landscape.-- -- CONNECT

What if weight loss didn't require more discipline… but a new identity? In Week 3 of the 12 Weeks Free Coaching series, we explore how becoming the woman you want to be, rather than chasing results creates sustainable weight loss, better habits, and a deeper sense of confidence and peace in your body. If you're in your 40s and tired of starting over, using willpower, or feeling stuck in all-or-nothing thinking, this episode will help you approach change in a way that actually lasts. We talk about shifting your mindset from punishment and restriction to joy, aliveness, and identity-based habits so healthy choices become natural instead of forced. This episode is about loving the journey, rewriting unhelpful self-talk, and building habits that support the version of you you're becoming. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✔ Why results alone won't create lasting change ✔ How identity-based habits support sustainable weight loss ✔ The difference between discipline and becoming the person you want to be ✔ How to enjoy the process instead of waiting to feel good later ✔ Why loving the journey improves consistency and long-term success ✔ How to rewrite negative self-talk and internal narratives ✔ Why action builds confidence (not the other way around) ✔ How to stop all-or-nothing thinking around food and exercise ✔ The power of doing small habits even when results aren't immediate ✔ How to feel alive, joyful, and present in your health journey This Episode Is Especially Helpful If: You're in your 40s and weight loss feels harder than it used to You're tired of dieting cycles and starting over You struggle with motivation, consistency, or negative self-talk You want to feel confident and at peace in your body You want to enjoy food and still support your health You're ready to approach wellness with self-trust instead of pressure Reflection Questions • Who do I want to become, and how do I want to feel in my body? • What habits does that version of me practice daily? • What story am I ready to release? • What small action can I take today that supports who I'm becoming? ✨ Ready to go deeper?Sign up through the link in the show notes and join this 12-week coaching experience. Mentioned in this episode: Trust Your Body, Change Your Habits 12 Weeks of Free Coaching Join HERE Optional personalized coaching and workouts inside The Lift Library 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE 90 day 1-1 Coaching Details HERE _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes. If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review - it means the world to me + helps the show reach more people! Thank you!

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine Grassroots Carbon—a San Antonio-based company working at the intersection of ranching, environmental stewardship, and carbon markets. Founded in 2021 by Lew Moorman and Ed Byrne, Grassroots Carbon partners with ranchers across Texas and beyond to implement regenerative grazing practices that enhance soil health and facilitate carbon capture.Bob Rivard sits down with Brad Tipper, CEO of Grassroots Carbon, to discuss the science behind soil carbon sequestration and how it's increasingly recognized as a tool for corporate carbon offsetting. Together, they explore the business model that pays ranchers for measurable stewardship and examine the legislative, economic, and cultural challenges facing regenerative agriculture in Texas.They discuss:• How Grassroots Carbon incentivizes ranchers to adopt regenerative grazing practices• The voluntary and federally recognized standards shaping the U.S. carbon market• The economic realities confronting Texas ranchers and the new revenue stream created by carbon credits• The company's commitment to preserving ranch heritage while driving environmental progress• Technical approaches for measuring soil carbon and why trust and education are central to building partnershipsTune in for a clear-eyed look at the evolving carbon capture industry, the role San Antonio plays in this national movement, and what it means for landowners, corporations, and the broader Texas ranching tradition.RECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶️ #141. Why San Antonio Isn't Running Out of Water — A Conversation with SAWS CEO Robert Puente – Sustainability remains a central theme on bigcitysmalltown, and this episode dives into another pillar: water security. Host Cory Ames sits down with Robert Puente to uncover how strategic planning and conservation have made San Antonio a national leader in managing its water supply, while facing new challenges in rate hikes and infrastructure.-- -- CONNECT

Are you struggling to stay consistent with healthy habits? In Week 2 of my 12 Weeks Free Coaching series, we're focusing on the small habits that create real, sustainable change. If tracking your food didn't go perfectly last week you're not behind. You're human. And today's episode will help you shift from guilt and all-or-nothing thinking into awareness, compassion, and forward momentum. You'll learn why tracking can be powerful, what to do if you resist it, and how simple habit shifts like increasing protein, adding fiber, and habit stacking can make weight loss and feeling better in your body easier. This is not about perfection. It's about progress. In this episode, we cover: ✔ Why consistent self-monitoring improves weight loss success ✔ What to do if you didn't track your food last week ✔ How tracking creates awareness without shame ✔ The biggest mistake women make when reducing calories ✔ Why protein and fiber help you feel full and support metabolism ✔ How to use the “add more” method instead of restriction ✔ Understanding scale fluctuations and removing emotional meaning ✔ Why losing 0.5 lb per week is excellent progress ✔ Habit stacking strategies that make healthy choices automatic ✔ How to move forward without guilt, shame, or all-or-nothing thinking Key Takeaways ✨ Awareness beats perfection ✨ What you do next matters more than what happened yesterday ✨ Adding nutrient-dense foods works better than restriction ✨ The scale is data, not a judgment ✨ Small habits create lasting transformation ✨ Ready to go deeper?Sign up through the link in the show notes and join this 12-week coaching experience. Mentioned in this episode: Trust Your Body, Change Your Habits 12 Weeks of Free Coaching Join HERE Optional personalized coaching and workouts inside The Lift Library 2 Week Mini Coaching and Lift Library for 3 Months Details HERE 90 day 1-1 Coaching Details HERE _____________________________________________________ Click HERE for the Show Notes. If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review - it means the world to me + helps the show reach more people! Thank you!

A transplant saves a life… but can also make the body attack itself. That's what Graft Versus Host Disease (GVHD) does, and why nurses need to catch it early. You may have never seen it before, but this episode will tell you what it looks like at the bedside and the early clues you can't afford to miss.Through a real patient case, Anthony, RN explains why GVHD is easy to overlook, how to think through common differentials, and what matters most when it comes to helping patients stabilize and recover.Topics discussed in this episode:CCOT's rapid response modelThe patient's condition weeks after allogenic transplantAnthony's assessment and what raised red flagsWhy early symptoms can get misread or minimizedHow Graft Versus Host Disease developsWhy emotional support is crucial to recoveryAcute vs. chronic Graft Versus Host DiseaseImportant early clues of Graft Versus Host DiseasePriority interventions for Graft Versus Host DiseaseHow Anthony's app can help bedside nursesYou can connect with Anthony or learn more about his apps here:https://thehumblenurse.com/Mentioned in this episode:CONNECT

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine the future of professional classical music in San Antonio in the wake of disruption, dissolution, and ongoing uncertainty for long-standing arts organizations. San Antonio native Paul Montalvo, a former firefighter who now leads Orchestra San Antonio, discusses growing the organization from a $45,000 budget to a projected $2.4 million this year, and the unique model he believes can sustain orchestral music in the city where prior efforts have struggled.Host Cory Ames sits down with Montalvo to address the realities facing professional musicians, the collapse of the San Antonio Symphony, and the Philharmonic's current difficulties, asking whether San Antonio can support and sustain a world-class orchestra—both now and long-term.They discuss:• How Orchestra San Antonio's hybrid model merges performance and education, employing musicians as both performers and artist-educators• The challenges and prospects for funding arts programming outside traditional public education or city infrastructure• The organization's goal to employ 40–50 full-time faculty artists by 2031, and what it would take to make that a reality• The impact and limitations of philanthropy versus tax-funded support for the arts in a rapidly changing city• What other Texas and U.S. cities can—and cannot—teach San Antonio about building sustainable arts infrastructureThis episode offers an unfiltered look at what must change for orchestral music to thrive in San Antonio, and the questions every arts patron, donor, and resident should consider as the city's cultural future is shaped.RECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶️ #96. How a Baggage Handler Became One of San Antonio's Most Iconic Artists – What does it really take to build a creative life in San Antonio? Host Bob Rivard sits down with Gary Sweeney to uncover how a longtime baggage handler turned his passion for storytelling, humor, and public art into a lasting legacy across the city's landscape—perfect listening for anyone inspired by unconventional journeys and local impact.-- -- CONNECT

You know those moments when something just “feels off?” That's when you should trust your instincts and speak up because timing can completely change a patient's outcome.In this episode, Sarah is joined by Dr. Oscar Mitchell, Associate Director of the Center for Resuscitation Science and Director of the Medical Rapid Response Team at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. They break down one septic shock case across two timelines: first, when rapid response is called early and there's still time to intervene, and later, when the patient is already crashing.You'll hear what a calm, collaborative rapid response call looks like, which signs of deterioration should never be ignored, and how to effectively share your concerns with a provider. This episode is for anyone who might call a rapid response AND for those who respond to emergencies.Topics discussed in this episode:Introduction to the patient and the 5PM timelineWhat the ideal provider–nurse collaboration looks likeEarly signs of deterioration that were missedWhy some nurses hesitate to call rapid responseThe patient's vitals at 10AM and why rapid response was calledWhy the documented respiratory rate might not be reliableWhy blood pressure can be misleadingSBAR and CUS frameworks for escalationDr. Mitchell's research on delays in RRT activation and mortalityEarly warning signs you should never ignoreRegister for the REVIVE Conference and use code RAPID50 to get $50 off!https://www.revive-conference.com/Check out Dr. Mitchell's research here:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36349290/Mentioned in this episode:AND If you are planning to sit for your CCRN and would like to take the Critical Care Academy CCRN prep course you can visit https://www.ccrnacademy.com and use coupon code RAPID10 to get 10% off the cost of the course!CONNECT