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All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton, were honored to welcome Josh Bowie, founder of Creative Reach, as a guest to the show. In this insightful conversation, Josh joins Lance to discuss how leaders can bring clarity, structure, and measurable results to organizations when growth stalls, systems break down, teams become overwhelmed, and operational chaos begins getting in the way of the mission. With more than 20 years of experience across marketing, operations, data, product, customer experience, and commercial strategy, Josh has built a career around helping organizations identify what is not working, understand why it is not working, and create systems that can support sustainable growth. Lance and Josh discuss how these challenges can affect home care agencies, senior living organizations, healthcare companies, nonprofits, and other mission-driven organizations. They explore why maintaining consistency across teams and locations can be difficult, how leaders can identify operational breakdowns, and why having a strong idea is only the beginning if the systems needed to support it are not in place. The conversation also explores artificial intelligence and automation. Josh shares his perspective on the difference between technology that genuinely helps overwhelmed teams and technology that simply creates more noise and complexity. Josh and Lance also discuss data and measurement, why organizations can collect enormous amounts of information without understanding what it is actually telling them, and how stronger operational visibility can lead to better decision-making. Throughout his career, Josh has helped organizations address major operational and growth challenges, including unlocking $14.5 million in revenue from a broken data system, reducing operational costs by 35%, improving customer satisfaction by 65%, and building go-to-market strategy, commercial operations, measurement, product, and customer success functions for an early-stage health and genomics company. For leaders in home care, senior living, healthcare, nonprofits, health technology, and caregiving organizations, this conversation highlights the importance of simplifying complexity, building stronger systems, and creating the structure teams need to focus on the work that matters most. About Josh Bowie: Josh Bowie, MBA, is the founder of Creative Reach and a fractional marketing and commercial operations leader with more than 20 years of experience across marketing, data, operations, product, customer experience, and organizational growth. Josh has worked with organizations ranging from a 100+ location retail grocer to an early-stage health and genomics startup, helping leaders transform big ideas into structured, measurable, and sustainable operations. He founded Creative Reach around one of the defining skills of his career: stepping into complicated situations, identifying what is preventing an organization from moving forward, and turning operational chaos into systems that make sense. Josh also supports founders and nonprofit leaders doing meaningful work in health awareness and community impact and regularly participates in panels focused on helping organizations find greater clarity and sustainable growth. About Creative Reach: Creative Reach helps founders and organizational leaders turn big ideas on paper into systems that work in practice. The company works with early-stage founders, growing organizations, and established businesses facing challenges related to marketing, operations, data, measurement, customer experience, workflow automation, go-to-market strategy, and organizational growth. Creative Reach's focus is simple: replace scattered execution and operational chaos with clarity, structure, consistency, and measurable results.  

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Welcome to Day 2961 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain and today is Day 2961 – Theology Thursday – “I Decree and Declare”: Why Social Media Proclamations Are Pagan, Not Biblical Christianity Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2961 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps!   I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2961 of our Trek.   The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Our current series of Theology Thursday lessons is written by theologian and teacher John Daniels. I have found his lessons short, easy to understand, doctrinally sound, and applicable to all who want to learn more of God's Word. John's lessons are available on his website, theologyinfive.com. Today's episode is:  “I Decree and Declare”: Why Social Media Proclamations Are Pagan, Not Biblical Christianity. In the age of social media, it has become increasingly common to see posts framed as exercises of spiritual authority rather than prayer. Statements such as “I proclaim that no one in your family will die in the next fifty years in Jesus' name,” “I decree and declare financial breakthrough within twenty-four hours,” or “If you type ‘Amen,' you will receive an unexpected blessing this week” circulate widely and are often shared without hesitation. These declarations are usually presented as acts of faith, sometimes even as obedience to God. Yet beneath their positive tone lies a worldview that is not merely unbiblical but fundamentally pagan. This is not the prayer life of Scripture. It is speech-magic dressed in Christian language. The issue is not simply modern excess or theological sloppiness. These proclamations revive an ancient belief that spoken words themselves possess creative power and that reality can be shaped through confident speech. Scripture does not merely nuance that idea. It directly contradicts it. Biblical Christianity stands in opposition to the notion that human words can compel outcomes, even when God's name is invoked. The First Segment is: Pagan Speech-Magic and the Illusion of Control. In the ancient world, speech was commonly viewed as a mechanism of power. Incantations, spells, charms, and ritual formulas were believed to manipulate divine forces or alter cosmic order. Whether in Mesopotamian incantation texts, Egyptian magical spells, or Greco-Roman magical papyri, the assumption remained consistent: correct words, properly spoken, could force reality to comply. The gods were treated as reactive, and the universe as programmable, provided the speaker possessed the right knowledge or authority. Scripture rejects this worldview entirely. Yahweh is not manipulated, summoned, or compelled. He does not respond to technique, formula, or volume of confidence. He acts according to His will alone. This is why biblical law and prophetic literature consistently condemn sorcery, divination, enchantment, and magic. These practices are not merely immoral behaviors. They are theological crimes, because they attempt to seize an authority that belongs exclusively to God. The second segment is: Imagers, Not Creators: The Limits of Human Authority. Scripture does teach that humanity was created as God's imagers, appointed to represent His rule within creation. Humans are given real authority, but it is delegated, bounded, and derivative. Imaging God means reflecting His character through obedience, stewardship, and faithfulness. It never means sharing His divine attributes. Even though mankind was created to be His imagers, Scripture is clear that only Yahweh can create something from nothing. That distinction is decisive. Humans act within creation. God alone calls creation into existence. No biblical text ever portrays a human, prophet, apostle, or believer as possessing the power to generate reality through speech. Whenever human authority is exercised in Scripture, it operates only in submission to God's revealed will and never independently of it. The third segment is: Only Yahweh Creates by the Power of His Word. Genesis establishes a boundary that Scripture never relaxes. Creation itself unfolds through divine speech. God speaks, and reality exists. Light appears because God commands it. Order emerges because God wills it. Life forms because God decrees it. No creature assists. No angel participates. No human imitates. Creative speech is presented as a uniquely divine act. Psalm 33 reinforces this truth by declaring that the heavens were made by the word of the Lord and that creation stands because He commanded it. Isaiah goes further, portraying Yahweh as the one who speaks and brings forth what He declares, while explicitly denying that any other being shares that authority. This is not poetic exaggeration. It is theological definition. Creative speech belongs to God alone. It is not shared with humanity, not even with God's imagers. Human words carry weight, influence, and consequence. They shape relationships, convey truth or falsehood, and lead toward wisdom or destruction. They do not possess ontological power. When humans claim that their declarations shape reality itself, they are not exercising biblical faith. They are attempting to imitate a divine prerogative. That impulse is not Christian. It is pagan at its core. The Fourth Segment is: New Thought as a Modern Carrier of an Ancient Pagan Idea. The nineteenth-century New Thought movement did not invent manifestation theology. It stripped ancient speech-magic of ritual language and repackaged it in psychological terms. Instead of spells, it spoke of affirmations. Instead of gods, it spoke of “the universe.” Instead of ritual authority, it emphasized belief and mental alignment. When this system entered Christian spaces, it adopted Christian vocabulary while preserving pagan assumptions. Declarations replaced prayers. Confidence replaced submission. Speech replaced petition. Phrases such as “name it and claim it” or “speak it into existence” assume that human words activate creative power. That assumption directly contradicts the biblical teaching that only Yahweh creates by command. This is not a Christian overstatement. It is a foreign worldview smuggled into the Church under familiar language. The Fifth Segment is: Scripture Forbids Declaring the Future Apart From God's Will. James 4 directly confronts the presumption behind these proclamation practices. James rebukes believers who speak confidently about tomorrow as though it belongs to them. The issue is not planning or hope. It is authority. Scripture teaches that the future does not respond to speech. It unfolds according to God's will. Biblical faith does not declare outcomes. It confesses dependence. Pagan systems attempt to control the future through words. Biblical faith entrusts the future to God. The distinction could not be sharper. The sixth segment is: False Assurances Have Always Marked False Prophets. Jeremiah 23 condemns prophets who proclaim peace, safety, and prosperity when God has not spoken. Their sin is not optimism. It is authority theft. They speak from their own imagination while claiming divine endorsement. Modern social media proclamations follow the same pattern. Promises of health, wealth, and protection are declared without covenant context, repentance, or obedience. The medium is modern. The offense is ancient. Speaking future outcomes in God's name without His command is not faith. It is false prophecy. The Seventh Segment is: Words Carry Moral Weight, Not Creative Power. Proverbs 18 verse twenty-one does not teach that words create reality. It teaches that words shape consequences. Speech can heal or destroy, encourage wisdom or cultivate ruin. Scripture never teaches that human words override divine will. If they did, suffering would disappear wherever believers spoke boldly enough. Yet Christ promised tribulation, not immunity. The apostles suffered not because they lacked faith, but because God's purposes extended beyond immediate comfort. The eighth segment it: Biblical Prayer Rejects Pagan Control. The prayer of Jesus in Gethsemane dismantles speech-magic completely. Jesus does not decree escape or declare deliverance. He asks, and He submits. If the incarnate Son does not use prayer as a mechanism for control, then any theology that teaches believers to do so is fundamentally unchristian. Prayer is not command. It is submission. The ninth segment is: The Spiritual Danger of Paganized Christianity. Manifestation-style proclamations are dangerous precisely because they appear spiritual while reshaping faith into technique. They train believers to expect control rather than trust, success rather than endurance, outcomes rather than...

Rupert Guenther is an Australian improvising violinist and pedagogue. Some of the music you'll be hearing is excerpted from his 5 albums commissioned from the ABC. You'll hear stories from his varied career, in both Australia and Vienna, and influences and mentors from Melvyn Cann, Terje Moe Hansen, Igor Ozim and Allan Zavod. He shares his approach to creating fully improvised music as a classically trained violinist and how he teaches his students to ground their playing with his reflective approach.You can also watch the video on my YouTube. Have a look at the show notes of this episode on my website, where you'll find all the links, including different ways to support this podcast, and other episodes you'll enjoy: All the links!photo: Anne Errey(00:00) Intro(01:43) Guildhall experience with clip of track 2 from New Letters to Esterhazy Sonata I(07:09) Terje Moe Hansen, Rupert's first teachers(11:50) ABC commissions, remembering Melvyn Cann with clips track 3 and 1 from Sonata I The Moxbournienna Sonatas(19:03) playing with amplification with clip Sticks and Branches from Amplified Soundscapes for solo violin, benefits of improv(24:30) Igor Ozim, Brian Finlayson, Helfried Fister, Vienna(39:17) linked episodes and ways to support this independent podcast(40:30) Rolling Stones, Melbourne exposure to global music with clip of track 2 The Moxbournienna Sonata I(46:33) how busking helped connect with audiences with clip “Meeting Lao Tau from New Sacred Music vol. 2(52:03) approach to teaching, getting over stage fright through improvisation, Conservatorium of Intuitive Music, with clip of track 4 New Letters to Esterhazy Sonata I(01:07:32) Allan Zavod(01:23:52) Cosmology projects, teaching improvisation(01:23:52) meditation and teaching

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If you struggle to make changes in your life and hate trying to create new positive habits, this episode is for you! ADHD Neuroscientist Anne-Laure LeCunff has a totally different approach that is fun and friendly to creative neurodivergent brains! We also talk about why following your curiosity is so key to charting your path. This is life changing stuff! Tune in! SHOW NOTES:Anne-Laure LeCunffhttps://anne-laure.net Tiny Experiments Bookhttps://nesslabs.com/retailers Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.comSpotify Playlist of WHY? Songs Used on This Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZIE7PHG5I1Ddg1BuVGRzj?si=4x_BzDZjQgqSpoaLXdVACg&pi=h4HsIKG0SP6Kg SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK RULARula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/peptalk #rulapod

On today's episode, I'm joined by Kira Mackenzie Jackson, beauty and marketing expert, to discuss building standout brands, creating strong communities, and the evolving role of influencers in brand building. We dive into why consumers can be your best creators, affiliates, and referrers, how to identify and build around a hero product, and why brands should focus on becoming a leader within their category before expanding too quickly. Plus, she shares her approach to influencer marketing, why creators are increasingly becoming investors in the brands they promote, how to build a strong and opinionated team, and what it really takes to scale successfully in retail. We also talk about using AI to work more efficiently, building a career while being a mom, and why you don't have to do everything perfectly to be successful. Whether you're interested in beauty, entrepreneurship, influencer marketing, or what it really takes to build and scale a lasting brand, this episode is packed with practical insights and advice. Enjoy!To connect with Kira on Instagram, click HERE.To connect with Kira on Tiktok, click HERE.To check out MPH, click HERE.To check out Kira's substack, click HERE.To connect with Siff on Instagram, click HERE.To connect with Siff on Tiktok, click HERE.To learn more about Arrae, click HERE. To check out Siff's LTK, click HERE.To check out Siff's Amazon StoreFront, click HERE. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to TheRealReal.com/dreambiggerRight now, you can save up to $230 on the 12 piece cookware set vs buying the products individually. And you can find even more set savings when you shop Caraway's full Kitchenware collection. Visit Carawayhome.com/BIGGER to take an additional 10% off your next purchase. This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit Carawayhome.com/BIGGER or use code BIGGER at checkout.Listeners can get 20% off sitewide at woomoreplay.com with code DREAMBIGGER. That's woomoreplay.com, and use code DREAMBIGGER for 20% off.Give them meals + snacks that are actually right for where kids are developmentally - balanced, intentional and made to support real growth. Go to littlespoon.com/DREAMBIGGER and enter code DREAMBIGGER for 30% off your first order.Visit coyuchi.com/dreambigger for 15% off your first purchase of the most comfortable bedding you'll ever own. That's coyuchi.com/dreambigger. Some exclusions apply. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Catrina M. Craft, a CPA and tax strategist, shares essential insights on business partnerships, legal structures, and tax planning for entrepreneurs. Discover how to protect your assets, choose the right business structure, and strategize for tax efficiency to grow your wealth."Always sign a partnership agreement to protect yourself."Key TopicsTypes of business partnerships and their risksImportance of legal agreements in partnershipsTax strategies for income deferral and expense accelerationCarefully vet your partners to avoid legal and financial risks.Plan your tax strategy throughout the year, not just at tax time.Understanding different tax professionals helps you get the right support.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the episode and guest02:19 Defining business partnerships and their types04:06 Legal considerations in partnership agreements06:16 Risks and benefits of general and limited partnerships07:29 Advantages of LLCs taxed as partnerships09:05 Special allocation rules and partnership examples11:34 Handling partnership dissolution and legal issues13:00 Creative strategies for partnership interests and expenses14:23 Preparing for tax season and year-end planning16:10 Teasing upcoming topics and importance of professional support17:15 Differences between bookkeepers, tax preparers, CPAs, and tax strategists"An LLC taxed as a partnership offers liability protection and flexibility."EPISODE #1/10: Unlocking Tax Strategies for Entrepreneurs: January 26, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18570362-unlocking-tax-strategies-for-entrepreneursEPISODE #2/10: Unlocking Home Office Deductions February 9, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18646020-unlocking-home-office-deductionsEPISODE #3/10: Hidden Tax Strategies Revealed: March 9, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18814431-hidden-tax-strategies-revealedEPISODE #4/10: Strategic Family Travel & Tax Benefits: June 10, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18814431-hidden-tax-strategies-revealedEPISODE #5/10: The Top 3 Tax Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make: July 29, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/19565414-the-top-3-tax-mistakes-entrepreneurs-makeEPSIODE #6/10: Tax Strategy, Early Tax Prep, & Accountability Plans for Business Owners: August 26, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/19699065-tax-strategy-early-tax-prep-accountability-plans-for-business-ownersSend us Fan MailSupport the showPlease share with someone you know could use the value our guests shareShow Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.comMusic Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

What if the life you keep trying to make happen is not the only one available to you? In this Good Shift episode, a new series where Dr. JC Doornick brings one of his favorite Makes Sense Substack blogs to life, he starts with a question he was asked about who he creates for and what makes his voice different. That leads to a thoughtful look at allowance. Dr. JC explores the sweet spot between setting goals and letting life have the final say, and why we so often confuse certainty with safety. He leaves you with a few honest questions to sit with. Stay with me. Read the Original Blog Post: GOOD SHIFT - Creative Allowance: https://drjcdoornick.substack.com/p/good-shift-creative-allowance Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy: ► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: /drjcdoornick ► Substack: /drjcdoornick ► Facebook: /makessensepodcast ► YouTube: /drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS Operly - Take Back Control of Your Work Day and Get Rid of All Your AI Apps - Welcome to the new world of Time Freedom and Unlimited Scaling and Success with Operly - https://go.getoperly.ai/video?ref=jean-claude-claude-d-2a95 Blue Blinds Bakery - Handcrafted with all-natural ingredients - https://www.blueblindsbakery.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One surgeon takes his boat out onto a lake, screams until he can't scream anymore, and then cries. It is how he recovers from a job where patients die and he can't fall apart in front of his team. That is what emotional rest can look like for one person, and it is only one of seven types of rest that most of us have never thought to separate. Which raises this possibility: you might be resting effectively in one area while a completely different part of you runs on empty. In this episode, I sit down with Dr Saundra Dalton-Smith, the doctor behind the seven types of rest framework and author of Sacred Rest, to unpack what each type of rest actually is and how to tell which one you are missing. I share how I scored on her Rest Quiz, and we test the theory against my own life, from a joyful community singing night to nature walks with a friend. If you keep waking up tired after a decent night's sleep, this conversation will help you work out what is really missing. Saundra and I discuss: The three-question morning energy check-in Saundra uses herself, and how some of her clients set an AI up to ask it for them The seven types of rest Why mental and emotional rest are the two areas where people score highest for depletion, and the gender pattern Saundra sees The signs of a mental rest deficit How suppressing emotions at work drains your energy, and what an emotional rest deficit can look like in everyday life How one activity can restore several types of rest at once, from yoga to a phone-free dinner table Saundra's annual rest retreat weekend with girlfriends How mirror neurons help explain why some people leave you drained Two simple sensory rest snacks you can do today, including one that involves your phone settings Key quotes "We don't recognize how much energy it takes to suppress emotions." "Creative rest at the very heart of it is the rest that helps to awaken awe and wonder inside of us." Connect with Dr Saundra Dalton-Smith on Instagram, LinkedIn and her website, take her rest quiz at restquiz.com, and check out her book Sacred Rest. More from How I Work If managing your energy and burnout is something you want to go deeper on, I have put together a Spotify playlist of my favourite How I Work episodes on exactly that. Listen to the playlist here. And if you enjoyed this episode, a great companion listen is my conversation with Shelley Johnson, where we go deep into the science-backed strategies from my book The Energy Game. We cover how to boost your energy in under five minutes, what actually counts as rest versus fake rest, and the protect strategies that stop your energy leaking in the first place. Listen to the episode here. My latest book The Energy Game is out now. You can order a copy here: https://amzn.to/48ID29M Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha.substack.com/ Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au Credits: Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: The Podcast Butler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When your body says you have to pause, your seat is still warm. You don't have to start over from zero.In this episode of The Neurocomplex Creative, Vicki Peterson sits down with her executive producer Angela Kingdon, co-founder of the Autistic Culture Podcast Network, for a behind-the-scenes conversation about creating when your brain and body no longer allow you to work the way you once did.Vicki and Angela explore skill regression, autistic burnout and the grief of changing capacity, alongside the importance of building creative practices around real human needs rather than conventional ideas of productivity. Angela shares how her own experience of burnout changed the way she thinks about supporting creatives, and why podcasting can offer neurodivergent creators greater autonomy over how, when and where they work.Together, they explore what it means to build a sustainable creative life — one where taking a break doesn't mean giving up your place, and where being met with understanding on your hardest day can make it possible to return when you're ready.

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Lauren Cooper has breaking news: after years of announcing that she hates painting, she likes it again. In the first banter episode of Brush & Banter, Annie Bolding and Lauren Cooper skip the guest and catch up like the mural besties they are. Annie, 28 weeks pregnant and about to leave a rental full of gray walls, talks about the artist version of nesting, the nursery mockups piling up on her iPad, and a Disco Day aesthetic that's growing up a little. Lauren shares baby news of her own, confesses that her toddler's room still has no mural, and makes a case for the hustle phase, including why she'll still go below her minimum five years in. They trade working-mom advice, get honest about comparison once your business hits a comfortable plateau, and rapid-fire their best studio habits before dreaming up tribute murals for Dolly Parton and Bob Mackie.Creative finds:Triangle PaintbrushPalm FlexPalm ArtistSpeed Drop

A direct translation can be accurate and still creatively dead. Stu Davison, Creative Director at RWS, joins the Cultural Intelligence Podcast to show us what happens to a big creative idea when it has to cross a border, and why the adapted version doesn't always have to be identical to the original. His distinction between translation and transcreation says it all: translation carries the word, transcreation carries the idea. Creative work lives in nuance, rhythm and cultural references. Get that wrong and your big idea doesn't just lose impact, but it can actively damage your brand. Stu also tackles two questions every creative is sitting with right now: what's the one thing AI will never do in the creative process? And what's the most expensive mistake a global brand can make with AI? Spoiler: it's signing off on a global campaign without a single person from the local market in the room…

73% of people think they should have an estate plan. But only 26% actually do. So how do you get consumers to act on something they'd rather avoid?Recorded live at Brandweek, CEO Angela Voss sits down with Trust & Will CMO Dale Sperling. They break down five ways the digital estate planning brand builds trust at scale, from TV's signaling power to warm, human creative and sonic branding. Plus, hear how sticking with one campaign helped drive an 89% lift in unaided awareness since 2023.Topics covered: [01:00] Why trust drives purchase decisions [04:00] How TV signals legitimacy [05:30] Building creative around relatable life moments [07:00] Inside the Make It Count campaign [10:30] Running linear and CTV as one TV strategy [11:30] Why consistency pays off in brand building [13:30] What's next for Trust & Will  To learn more, visit marketingarchitects.com/podcast or subscribe to our newsletter at marketingarchitects.com/newsletter.  Resources: 2024 Kantar Article: https://www.kantar.com/inspiration/advertising-media/trust-in-media-the-new-publishing-battleground2024 System1 Report: https://system1group.com/blog/the-extraordinary-cost-of-dull Get more research-backed marketing strategies by subscribing to The Marketing Architects on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts 

Have you ever looked at your life and realized that while everything is functional on paper, you aren't actually present for it? Welcome to Reports from the Creative Closet! In this dispatch, I'm sharing one of the biggest reasons we feel so drained: we've built a system that treats human beings like machines, and then we do it to ourselves all over again when we get home. If you are tired of living on autopilot, running on a hamster wheel, and scrolling your evening away because you have nothing left in the tank, this episode is your invitation to step off the track and choose aliveness instead. In this episode, I discuss: The Hamster Wheel Trap: How selling our time for a paycheck can turn us into appliances on a hamster wheel and make us afraid to express agency. How "Shoulds" Contaminate Your Life: What a wild animal can teach us about breaking free from guilt and reclaiming how you actually live. The Efficiency Trap: Why fitting 20 pounds of tasks into a 1-pound bag is a great skill in moderation, but a disaster for your energy. Metal, Glass, and Real Life: Why screens are a simulacrum of connection and how to get back to real human presence. My Restorative Creativity Framework™: Why making messy, pointless things for the sheer joy of it is the fastest path back to feeling human. The Liam Neeson Warning: How to use the Daily Credit Report and Bingo Card as reminders of what you've done, without letting your inner critic turn them into productivity weapons. Chapters: 0:00 - Waking up feeling like a machine 3:26 - The hamster wheel and the carpet track 6:47 - How "shoulds" contaminate your life 9:18 - The efficiency trap: Fitting 20 pounds into a 1-pound bag 13:41 - Creativity as the fastest path back to feeling human 18:00 - The Credit Report, Bingo Cards, and the Liam Neeson rule I'm Nancy Norbeck, your Messy Muse Mentor. I specialize in using creativity to reconnect people with themselves, so you can make room for things that interest and delight you and feel like you're actually alive again. Get Your Takeaways and Join the Community: Grab your free printable Daily Credit Report and Bingo Card here. Have a question for the Curiosity Clinic? Submit it here.  Send your inner critic to summer camp for an hour: Join the Creativity Circle here.  Catch up on earlier Reports from the Creative Closet here.

If you've been listening to this podcast for any time at all, you've heard me say that I'm known in my circles as the :"truth bomb girl." What that really means is that I'm not afraid to push through to the final 10% of the truth. But don't worry, I'm fairly gentle when I tell you a truth bomb. But don't be surprised if it stops you in your tracks. Today I share five creative truth bombs that you need to hear right now. This is one of my favorite flashback episode.Apply for The Writers RingOther Episodes You Might Enjoy#77: How to Ask Better Questions to Get Better Answers#98: The 4 Most Common Lies All Creatives Tell Themselves#41: The Power of YesGet your copy of The Organized Actor

What Happens After You Hit the Goal?You wanted more inquiries.You wanted more weddings.You wanted higher revenue.You wanted people to know your name.And then one day you look around and realize:Holy shit.It worked.So… now what?In this episode, Jeni talks about a stage of business growth that does not get discussed enough: what happens when the business is successful, but you realize the way you are operating it cannot continue forever.Because success can create an entirely new set of problems.You can have the revenue you wanted and still be exhausted.You can have a packed calendar and secretly dread the weddings on it.You can have a team and still answer every question yourself.You can have more inquiries than ever and still wonder:Do I actually want to run this business this way for the next 10 years?Jeni explains why the next stage of growth is not automatically about doing MORE.Sometimes your next level is bigger.Sometimes it is more profitable.Sometimes it is more premium.And sometimes it is actually simpler.Maybe your dream business is not a $500,000 floral company with dozens of weddings.Maybe it is a $250,000 business with strong margins, 20 incredible weddings, a small team, premium clients, months of breathing room, and enough freedom to be home with your family.The goal is not to blindly keep increasing revenue.The goal is to intentionally design the business you actually want.Start with how the business feelsOne of the first questions Jeni recommends asking is:What gave me the ick?What clients drained you?What venues do you never want to work at again?What services make you resentful?What parts of the business make you feel overwhelmed?What are you doing simply because you have always done it?As your business grows, you earn the ability to create stronger boundaries around what belongs in the next version.You are the business owner.You get to decide.Your next level might require subtractionEarly-stage businesses often grow by adding.More services.More offers.More weddings.More workshops.More products.More marketing platforms.More everything.But mature businesses often grow differently.They subtract.They stop offering things that are not profitable enough.They stop accepting clients that drain them.They stop doing marketing that produces no meaningful return.They stop doing $35 work when that same time and energy could help land a $3,500 wedding.Just because something helped build your business does not mean it belongs in its future.Sometimes something was the bridge.It does not have to be the destination.Stop automatically assuming the next goal is more revenueYou hit $100,000.So now you need $200,000?Then $300,000?Then $500,000?Why?Maybe you want that.Great.But eventually revenue should stop being the only scorecard.Start thinking about:ProfitOwner compensationAverage bookingRevenue per weddingRevenue per working weekendLabor percentagesHours workedTime offFamily timeEnergyCreative fulfillmentMaybe the goal becomes:How do I make MORE from LESS?Instead of booking 10 more weddings, could you increase the average value of the weddings you already have?Your next level may not require more clients.It may require better economics per client.Your role has to evolve tooIn the beginning, you are everything.Florist.Designer.Salesperson.Buyer.Delivery driver.Bucket washer.Bookkeeper.Marketer.Cleaner.Customer service.But eventually, you need to ask:What actually requires ME?Maybe your highest-value role is:Creative directionHigh-level salesClient relationshipsBrand visionStrategyTeachingLeadershipIf the business gets bigger but absolutely everything still needs you, you have not really scaled.You have just gotten busier.Hire for the life you wantDo not only ask:“Where do I need help?”Ask:What would the right help give me back?Friday night?Sunday morning?A CEO day?Time with your kids?Creative space?Less production?Less admin?More energy?The right team should help create the life you are trying to build—not simply allow you to cram more work into it.Protect what you still loveScaling does not mean you need to stop touching flowers.If you love making bouquets, keep making bouquets.If installations light you up, keep installations.If consultations energize you, keep doing them.The goal is not to remove yourself from everything.The goal is to remove yourself from the things that no longer need you—or that you no longer want to own.Your brand needs to evolve tooThe brand that helped you book your first $3,000 wedding might not be the brand that books your first $30,000 wedding.Look at:Your websiteYour portfolioYour languageYour pricingYour minimumsYour offersYour client experienceYour social mediaYour vendor relationshipsDoes your business still represent the person you were when you started?Or does it reflect where you are going?Create spaceSometimes the next level requires space before you know exactly what will fill it.You cannot create the next workshop, premium service, creative direction, or strategic move if every ounce of your capacity is consumed by the current business.Sometimes you need to say:“I'm not doing that anymore.”Even before you have completely filled the space with something new.Space gives you the ability to think.Create.Strategize.And evolve.The dream-business frameworkJeni breaks the next stage of growth into four questions:KEEPWhat is working AND feels good?What do you want more of?CUTWhat is draining, unnecessary, outdated, unprofitable, or no longer aligned?What needs to disappear?CHANGEWhat is working but needs to operate differently?Raise the price.Change the process.Delegate it.Create a boundary.Simplify it.CREATEWhat is missing from the business you actually want?A better team?A CEO day?A new offer?Different clients?More time off?More creative work?More margin?More freedom?Ask yourself thisIf you were rebuilding your business TODAY with everything you now know…Would you build it exactly the same way?If the answer is no, that 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in this episode of the intuitive creative, i'm joined bykristina valenti of the illumination oracle, a tarot reader and spiritual guide who helps people use tarot as a tool for self-development, intuition, and deeper self-understanding.we talk about the surprising history of tarot (including howit began as a card game!), the biggest misconceptions around tarot, and why kristina believes the cards aren't here to tell you what's going to happen—they're here to help you see your own situation from a different perspective.in this episode, we talk about:the fascinating history of tarot and how it evolvedinto a tool for self-reflectionwhy tarot isn't about fortune-telling or predictingyour futurehow creatives can use tarot for inspiration,decision-making, and getting unstucktarot spreads and practices for beginners and moreexperienced readerskristina's journey from advertising and brandstrategy into spiritual workif you've ever been curious about tarot but felt intimidated,or wondered whether the cards can actually help you connect more deeply with yourself, this episode is for you.connect with kristina:the illumination oracle websiterite of origin websitethe illumination oracle instagramconnect with me:​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠insta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠pinterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Creative Synergy: How A Chance Meeting Sparked Inspiration Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-09-30-07-38-19-ca Story Transcript:Ca: La tardor vestia Barcelona de colors càlids quan la Júlia i l'Oriol es trobaven, gairebé per atzar, davant la majestuosa Sagrada Família.En: Autumn dressed Barcelona in warm colors when Júlia and Oriol met, almost by chance, in front of the majestic Sagrada Família.Ca: La Laia, amiga de la Júlia, havia planejat una excursió al temple, aprofitant la festivitat de la Mercè.En: Laia, a friend of Júlia, had planned a trip to the temple, taking advantage of the Mercè festival.Ca: Les arrels de la celebració es reflectien al cel blavós amb estendards i llumetes que ballaven amb el vent.En: The roots of the celebration were reflected in the bluish sky with banners and lights that danced with the wind.Ca: La Júlia s'endinsava en els seus pensaments.En: Júlia delved into her thoughts.Ca: Estudiant arquitectura, cercava la inspiració perfecta per la seva tesi.En: Studying architecture, she was searching for the perfect inspiration for her thesis.Ca: Els detalls intricats de la façana del temple captivaven els seus ulls.En: The intricate details of the temple's facade captivated her eyes.Ca: Sabia que havia de trobar alguna cosa única, una perspectiva que combinés creativitat i tècnica.En: She knew she had to find something unique, a perspective that combined creativity and technique.Ca: Però se sentia aclaparada i insegura.En: But she felt overwhelmed and insecure.Ca: Era una sensació que creixia amb cada bloc de pedra que examinava.En: It was a feeling that grew with each block of stone she examined.Ca: A poca distància, l'Oriol, amb un quadern de dibuix sobre les cames, s'absorbia amb els patrons vertiginosos de la mateixa basílica.En: A short distance away, Oriol, with a sketchbook on his lap, was absorbed in the dizzying patterns of the same basilica.Ca: Il·lustrador independent, trobava la calma en aquells detalls arquitectònics.En: As an independent illustrator, he found peace in those architectural details.Ca: En un moment, els seus ulls van trobar el repòs en els de la Júlia.En: At one moment, his eyes found rest in those of Júlia.Ca: Un somriure tímid va obrir el diàleg inesperat.En: A shy smile opened an unexpected dialogue.Ca: "També dibuixes la llum que traspua les pedres?En: "Do you also draw the light that filters through the stones?"Ca: " va preguntar la Júlia, observant les línies del quadern de l'Oriol.En: asked Júlia, observing the lines of Oriol's sketchbook.Ca: "M'agrada capturar la història que expliquen", va replicar ell, amb suavitat.En: "I like to capture the story they tell," he replied, softly.Ca: Les seves paraules ressonaven amb una passió compartida.En: His words resonated with a shared passion.Ca: A poc a poc, van començar a parlar de l'arquitectura i l'art, fusionant idees i imaginant nous projectes.En: Gradually, they began talking about architecture and art, merging ideas and imagining new projects.Ca: La sobresaturació de la Júlia es transformava en entusiasme en descobrir que podien col·laborar.En: Júlia's oversaturation turned into enthusiasm as she discovered they could collaborate.Ca: Junts, podrien crear una obra que abracés una perspectiva inèdita.En: Together, they could create a work that embraced an unprecedented perspective.Ca: Ella aportaria la tècnica dels plànols i ell, la narrativa visual.En: She would bring the technique of the plans, and he, the visual narrative.Ca: Durant els dies següents, entre les festes de la Mercè, van observar, van discutir, van somriure.En: In the following days, amidst the Mercè festivities, they observed, they discussed, they smiled.Ca: Es van perdre en un món creatiu únic, unint les seves passions.En: They lost themselves in a unique creative world, uniting their passions.Ca: Parlaven amb fervor sobre com els arcs podien cantar històries i com les ombres podrien ballar sota la llum.En: They spoke fervently about how the arches could sing stories and how shadows could dance under the light.Ca: "Podem fer que els plànols expliquin contes", va dir un dia l'Oriol amb els ulls lluents.En: "We can make the plans tell tales," said Oriol one day with sparkling eyes.Ca: La Júlia se sentia inspirada com mai abans.En: Júlia felt inspired as never before.Ca: Havien trobat una sinergia, un camí clar pel seu treball.En: They had found a synergy, a clear path for their work.Ca: Al capdavall, sota els focs artificials que il·luminaven el cel nocturn de Barcelona, la Júlia va sentir que havia trobat el que tant buscava.En: In the end, under the fireworks that lit up the night sky of Barcelona, Júlia felt she had found what she had been searching for.Ca: La confiança en el seu projecte i l'amistat amb algú que comprenia la seva passió li van portar una calma inesperada.En: The confidence in her project and the friendship with someone who understood her passion brought her an unexpected calm.Ca: La Júlia havia canviat.En: Júlia had changed.Ca: Ja no se sentia sola en el seu món.En: She no longer felt alone in her world.Ca: Va trobar força en el treball en equip, i amb el suport de l'Oriol va descobrir una nova dimensió de si mateixa.En: She found strength in teamwork, and with Oriol's support, she discovered a new dimension of herself.Ca: Enmig de la ciutat viva, el seu somni s'anava construint, lluminós com el dia que els havia unit.En: Amidst the lively city, her dream was being built, bright as the day that had united them. Vocabulary Words:autumn: la tardoralmost: gairebémajestic: majestuosafacade: la façanasky: el celbanner: l'estendardthoughts: els pensamentsinspiration: la inspiracióthesis: la tesiintricate: intricatsoverwhelmed: aclaparadadizzying: vertiginososindependent: independentsketchbook: el quadern de dibuixunexpected: inesperatcapture: capturarnarrative: la narrativaoversaturation: la sobresaturacióenthusiasm: l'entusiasmesynergy: la sinergiaperspective: la perspectivaconfidence: la confiançafireworks: els focs artificialsunique: únicacalm: la calmaplan: el plànolshadow: l'ombracapability: la capacitatdimension: la dimensióstrength: la força

Kevin Stoller sits down with Dr. George Hummer, Superintendent of Frederick County Public Schools, to explore his journey from special education aide to school district leader, and the district's ongoing effort to build its fourth high school. Dr. Hummer shares how his mother's career as a special education teacher and his own experience working with students with disabilities shaped his empathy-driven leadership style. The conversation dives deep into the mechanics of planning new school construction — including the critical difference between "design capacity" and "program capacity," how Frederick County builds community trust through transparent data, and why involving every stakeholder voice (parents, teachers, students, county officials) is essential to a successful bond and building process. Dr. Hummer also reflects on team-building, situational leadership drawn from his coaching background, and why investing in students must remain the non-negotiable priority behind every facilities decision. Takeaways: Program capacity vs. design capacity — A room's legal occupancy limit isn't the same as how many students it can actually serve well; specialized programs (special ed, ELL, CTE, kindergarten) mean real capacity is often much lower than code allows. Run schools at 85–90% capacity, not 100% — Like redlining a car engine, operating school buildings at full capacity year-round accelerates wear and leaves no room for enrollment shifts or new programs. There's no such thing as too many voices — Successful school construction requires input from county officials, principals, teachers, parents, and even students — genuine inclusion builds long-term community trust. Seek out your critics, not just your supporters — Dr. Hummer's willingness to sit down with a skeptical taxpayer and address misinformation directly turned an opponent into an advocate for the new high school. Situational leadership matters — Knowing when to encourage versus when to push for improvement (borrowed from his coaching background) is key to building strong, resilient teams.   About Dr. George Hummer: Dr. George C. Hummer began serving as Frederick County's Superintendent of Schools on January 30, 2023. He is a native of New Jersey who moved to Virginia in 1994. He graduated from Chancellor High School in Fredericksburg and received a bachelor of arts degree from Radford University in 2005. Dr. Hummer also holds a master's degree in educational leadership and special education from the University of Mary Washington as well as a doctorate in educational leadership from Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Hummer credits his mother, who was a lifelong special education teacher, with inspiring him to pursue a career in education. He began his career as a special education teacher, athletic director, and football and basketball coach at Battlefield Middle School in Fredericksburg. After serving in those roles from 2005 to 2012, Dr. Hummer was named assistant principal at Rodney Thompson Middle School in Stafford and served in that capacity for three years. In 2015, Dr. Hummer was named the Supervisor of Student Services and Special Education for Stafford County Public Schools. Four years later, he became Stafford County Public Schools' Executive Director of Student Services and Special Education. In 2022, he was named that school division's Chief Student Support Services Officer. As a teacher, Dr. Hummer was recognized with a Teacher of the Year Award and for improving the performance of his students. As a central office administrator, Dr. Hummer has spent countless hours supporting students, families and staff while working to develop better procedures to help bridge the achievement gap for all students. In 2021, the Virginia Council of Administrators of Special Education recognized Dr. Hummer with the Mary Lou Wall Award for Early Special Education Leadership. The award recognizes individuals who are in their first three years of leading a school division's special education services and exemplify five values: (1) Heart- the passion to serve, nurture and care; (2) Leadership by example; (3) Honesty; (4) Creative thinking; and (5) Collaboration. From 2018 to 2023, Dr. Hummer served as an adjunct professor of educational leadership and education at the University of Mary Washington. He has also been a featured speaker at several state meetings for the Virginia Department of Education. Dr. Hummer is proud to remain actively engaged in the Frederick County and Northern Shenandoah Valley communities. He currently serves on the boards of the Valley Health Foundation, United Way of Northern Shenandoah Valley, Grafton School Foundation, and Frederick County Education Foundation. He is also an active member of the Rotary Club of Frederick County. Through these meaningful partnerships, Dr. Hummer enthusiastically supportsefforts that strengthen our students, education, health, opportunity, and overall community well-being throughout the region. Dr. Hummer, his wife, Charnell, and his step-daughter, Madison, live in Frederick County.   Episode 354 of the Better Learning Podcast For more information on our partners: Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) - https://www.a4le.org/ Education Leaders' Organization - https://www.ed-leaders.org/ Second Class Foundation - https://secondclassfoundation.org/ EDmarket - https://www.edmarket.org/ Catapult @ Penn GSE - https://catapult.gse.upenn.edu/ Want to be a Guest Speaker? Request on our website

Join the EVOLVE Community to explore your character class and master your personality type: https://evolve.geekpsychology.comThis is a compilation of the 4 videos I made on the INFP subtypes. I chopped out the intros and outros to make it easier to view it all in one place.If you're an INFP and you've never quite resonated with standard personality stereotypes, it's likely because you belong to one of four distinct brain-based subtypes.Based on Dr. Dario Nardi's 64-channel EEG brain-mapping research in "Decode Your Personality," the INFP personality type expands into four distinct neurological patterns: Dominant, Creative, Normalizing, and Harmonizing.In this full compilation guide, I break down each INFP subtype, looking at their real brain wiring, core strengths, career tendencies, blind spots, and how to identify your unique character class (personality type).00:00 - Introduction to the 4 INFP Subtypes00:28 - 1. Dominant Subtype: The Noble Champion (INFP-D)01:26 - Leadership, Drive & Character02:27 - Front-Brain Wiring & Purposeful Communication03:56 - Balancing Imagination, Reality & Frameworks05:12 - Quiet Time & Screening Out Noise06:14 - Career Strengths for Dominant INFPs06:56 - 2. Creative Subtype: The Curious Dreamer (INFP-C)07:44 - Starburst Brain Wiring & Bubbly Imagination09:19 - Creative Strengths: Story, Film & Symbolism10:45 - The Missing Halo & Action Challenges13:09 - Balancing the Explorer (Ne) and Guardian (Si)15:23 - 3. Normalizing Subtype: The Faithful Supporter (INFP-N)15:53 - Fitting In vs. Staying Authentic16:58 - Cognitive Dynamics: Leaning into the Guardian (Si)19:17 - Checkered Farm Field Brain Wiring & Linear Skills23:03 - Deep Contemplation, Stories & Memory24:45 - Technical Careers & Institutional Success26:15 - The Martyrdom & Self-Sacrifice Trap27:26 - 4. Harmonizing Subtype: The Empathic Counselor (INFP-H)27:54 - Diamond Brain Networks & Zigzag Connections29:52 - Natural Therapists & Reading Human Systems31:10 - Historical Patterns, Fractals & Subconscious Clues32:52 - Age, Experience & Multicultural Perspectives34:07 - Communicating the Unshareable Inner World35:03 - Applying Your Subtype Strengths & Next Steps

In this special Cannes edition of Future Proof, Nicole Jones is joined by Phillipa Leighton-Jones, SVP, Global Head of Studio & Creative and Chief Custom Anchor at The Wall Street Journal, to explore how AI is transforming the way people discover information, consume media and engage with brands.Drawing on new research from WSJ Intelligence, Phillipa shares insights into changing consumer behaviours, the growing role of AI-powered search, and why trust, credibility and quality journalism remain critical in a world increasingly shaped by machine-generated answers. Together, they discuss the evolving relationship between publishers, platforms and brands, and what marketers need to do to remain visible, relevant and trusted as the media landscape continues to change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We speak with Michael Gamon, composer of The Velveteen Rabbit and Creative & Fine Arts Chair at Harrisburg Academy; Ava Rooney, Harrisburg Academy student and performer in the title role; and Tami Swartz, Artistic & Executive Director of Harrisburg Opera Association and production manager for the opera. Together, they discuss the creative journey of adapting a cherished story for the stage, the importance of children's opera, and the unique educational opportunities created through Harrisburg Opera Association's collaboration with Harrisburg Academy and Silver Academy. Hear how young performers work alongside professional artists, develop valuable skills, and help bring this heartwarming new work to life ahead of its world premiere performances on October 23 and 25, 2026.We also re-air a conversation with Food writer, librarian and research historian Becky Libourel Diamond joins The Spark to discuss her new book, City Tavern: The Founding Table—Colonial Dining, Revolutionary History, and the Restaurant at the Center of It All. The book explores Philadelphia's iconic City Tavern and its role as a gathering place during the American Revolution, where Continental Congress delegates and other influential figures met, shared ideas and conducted business over food and drink.

GUEST BIO:Jim Russell is a transformational leader with 35+ years shaping the meetings and events industry. A former EVP at Freeman and VP at PSAV, he brings deep expertise in global P&L leadership, client experience innovation, and behavioral science informed engagement. Jim currently serves as Chair of MPI's International Board of Directors and is founder of Veterans in Ascension, a nonprofit supporting the veteran community. HIRE THEM TO SPEAK:Follow Jim Russell: LinkedIn BioFollow Scott Bloom: eSpeakers BioFollow eSpeakers: eSpeakers Marketplace ABOUT NO MORE BAD EVENTS:Brought to you by eSpeakers and hosted by professional emcee, host, and keynote speaker Scott Bloom, No More Bad Events is where you'll hear from some of the top names in the event and speaking industry about what goes on behind the scenes at the world's most perfectly executed conferences, meetings, and more. Get ready to learn the secrets and strategies to help anyone in the event industry reach their goal of putting on nothing less than world-class events. Learn more at nomorebadevents.com. ABOUT THE HOST:A veteran comedian and television personality who has built a reputation as the go-to choice for business humor, Scott has hosted hundreds of events over two decades for big and small organizations alike. Scott has also hosted his own weekly VH1 series and recently co-hosted a national simulcast of the Grammy Awards from the Palace Theater.As the son of a successful salesman, he was exposed to the principles of building a business at an early age. As a comedian, Scott cut his teeth at renowned improv and comedy clubs. As a self-taught student of psychology, he's explored what makes people tick and has written a book (albeit a farce) on how to get through life. He's uniquely positioned to deliver significant notes on connecting people and making business seriously funny. And who doesn't like to laugh? Learn more about Scott: scottbloomconnects.com PRODUCED BY eSpeakers:When the perfect speaker is in front of the right audience, a kind of magic happens where organizations and individuals improve in substantial, long-term ways. eSpeakers exists to make this happen more often. eSpeakers is where the speaking industry does business on the web. Speakers, speaker managers, associations, and bureaus use our tools to organize, promote, and grow successful businesses. Event organizers think of eSpeakers first when they want to hire speakers for their meetings or events.The eSpeakers Marketplace technology lets us and our partner directories help meeting professionals worldwide connect directly with speakers for great engagements. Thousands of successful speakers, trainers, and coaches use eSpeakers to build their businesses and manage their calendars. Thousands of event organizers use our directories every day to find and hire speakers. Our tools are built for speakers, by speakers, to do things that only purpose-built systems can.Learn more at eSpeakers.com. SHOW CREDITS: Scott Bloom: Host | scottbloomconnects.comJoe Heaps: eSpeakers | jheaps@eSpeakers.com

Be honest with me for a second. If someone asked you right now what your retirement plan is, what would you say? If your gut answer is "Well, I'll sell the business someday," you're in good company. Most of us entrepreneurs are so locked in on the vision that the money side gets pushed to "later." I get it. Some days I just want to keep serving people and not even look at my bank account. But here's the truth that hit me hard in this conversation. Hoping isn't a plan. And no one's coming to save you.In this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I sit down with my friend Dustin Bezalel, and man, this one's packed with money wisdom we never got taught in school. Dustin and I actually met at my brother-in-law Nick Hernandez's 40th birthday party, and within minutes I knew this guy gets it. He's a husband, a father of three, a man of faith, and someone who's genuinely crushing it both personally and professionally.Dustin is the president and founder of Creative Financial Network, an independent financial, risk, and wealth management firm based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. What I love about his story is that finance wasn't his first love. Food was. He's got a culinary arts degree and spent years working high end hotel catering, pulling 17 hour days without seeing the financial reward. So about 21 years ago he made the leap into financial services and never looked back. Today his firm has close to a thousand agents and advisors, and his mission is simple. Help people win at home and win in business. A lot of his drive comes from watching his mom work so hard to raise him and his brother through financial struggle. Instead of letting that become an excuse, he turned it into fuel.This episode matters because so many high performers are quietly struggling behind the scenes. The social media highlight reel looks great, but the finances tell a different story. Dustin sees it all the time with successful CEOs who close the door and admit they haven't prepared at all. This conversation gives you a clear, honest starting point, whether you're just figuring out the money game or ready to play it at a higher level.The first big lesson is that procrastination is the real enemy. Dustin shared a stat that stopped me in my tracks. About 85% of business owners won't be able to retire if they can't sell their business. That's a massive gamble to make with your future. His fix is refreshingly simple. Pay yourself first, just like you pay your rent, your electric bill, or your team. When you do that consistently, compound interest starts working for you instead of you working for everyone else's wealth.The second lesson is to diversify in three ways, not just one. Most people only think about diversifying investments, but Dustin breaks it into risk, tax, and liquidity. Risk means making sure a market drop doesn't wipe you out, especially as you get closer to your later working years. Tax means thinking about when you pay taxes, not just how much, using tools like a mega backdoor Roth or permanent life insurance so your growth isn't taxed later. Liquidity means having money you can actually access now for opportunities or emergencies. And when it comes to an emergency fund, Dustin goes more conservative than most. He likes six to twelve months of expenses. Plan for the worst and hope for the best, not the other way around.The third lesson is knowing your four protectors based on your stage of life. If you're under 50, Dustin says you want life insurance so your family is taken care of, disability coverage so income keeps flowing if you can't work, a plan for your kids' college if they choose that path, and a retirement plan where you're saving around 10% of your earnings. If you're 50 or older, the focus shifts to preserving your capital, creating guaranteed household income for life, planning for long term care, and deciding what kind of legacy you want to leave. I loved how clear and practical this was.The fourth lesson is that strategy beats emotion every single time. Dustin calls himself a financial psychologist for his clients, and honestly that made so much sense to me. Entrepreneurs are emotional people. When times are tough, we panic. When times are great, we're tempted to buy a shiny toy that doesn't make us a dime. Dustin talked about how taxi companies never saw Uber and Lyft coming, which is exactly why you can't bet everything on one business. His firm doesn't do day trading or chase get rich quick ideas. It's about building a strategy that fits your season of life, revisiting it regularly, and sticking with it. Like losing weight, it comes down to consistent diet and exercise, not shortcuts.The fifth lesson is to water every plant, every day. This one really landed for me because I burned out as a tech entrepreneur by letting everything except work die off. Dustin waters three plants daily. His family, his business, and himself. Every Sunday he meal preps for the whole family, reviews his finances, and looks back at his week while planning the next one. He works out at least five days a week, prays every morning, and carves out weekly time with his wife. He also shared a line I won't forget. His family needs his presence, not just his presents.We also dive into the great life insurance debate, why calling it a scam misses the point entirely, and how entrepreneurs who don't take a big salary can still protect themselves when traditional disability coverage falls short. We chat about why real estate in Florida is tougher right now, Dustin's take on keeping crypto to a small position, and a super fun rapid fire round where you'll find out his favorite movie and the book that really stuck with him.What I appreciate most about Dustin is that he lives what he teaches. He's humble, he's disciplined, and he genuinely wants the people around him to win. His rallying cry says it all. Have a plan, do everything at 110% or don't do it at all, and remember that today is a gift. That's why it's called the present.If you're ready to stop putting off your financial future and start building a plan that actually protects your family, your business, and your peace of mind, this episode is for you.Listen to the full episode now at https://happyhustle.com/podcast and let me know what hit home for you.What does Happy Hustlin' mean to you?Dustin said that hustlin' look at as going 110% and watering every plant in life. And happy means enjoy every moment of doing it. Whether it's struggle, embrace it. If it's easy, embrace it for the moment. Life is too short. So do it with a smile, but do it with 110%.Connect with Dustinhttps://www.facebook.com/dustin.bezalelhttps://www.instagram.com/cfnsfl/https://www.youtube.com/@creativefinancialnetworkhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustin-bezalel-90ab1156/?skipRedirect=trueFind Dustin on this website: https://www.cfnsfl.com/Connect with Cary!https://www.instagram.com/caryjack/https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJackhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/https://twitter.com/thehappyhustlehttps://www.tiktok.com/@caryjackhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featuredGet a copy of his new book, https://www.thehappyhustle.com/bookSign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Course @ https://thehappyhustle.com/thejourney/Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure @ https://thehappyhustle.com/mastermind/“It's time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!”Episode Sponsors:KilnYour environment shapes your energy and your results. That's why we're proud to partner with Kiln, a premium workspace experience designed to help you work smarter, connect with amazing people, and elevate your lifestyle. From co-working and private offices to meeting rooms and event spaces, Kiln (https://kiln.com/) has everything you need to thrive. Mention "Happy Hustle" for a special hookup!If you're feeling stressed, not sleeping great, or your energy's been kinda meh lately—let me put you on to something that's been a total game-changer for me: Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers.This ain't your average magnesium—it's got all 7 essential forms that your body needs to chill out, sleep deeper, and feel more balanced. I take it every night and legit notice the difference the next day. No more waking up groggy or tossing and turning all nightIf you're ready to sleep like a baby, calm your nervous system, and optimize your recovery, go grab yours now at https://www.bioptimizers.com/happy and use code HAPPY10 for 10% OFF.My Green MattressIf you've been waking up with back pain, feeling stiff, or just not getting that deep, quality sleep. This might be what you're missing: My Green Mattress.It's made with clean, non-toxic, and eco-friendly materials, so you're not just sleeping better, you're sleeping healthier too. The comfort and support are on another level, and you can really feel the difference night after night.If you're ready to invest in better sleep and better recovery, check it out at https://thehappyhustle.com/mygreenmattressOzlo SleepIf you've been struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or just wake up feeling actually rested, let me put you on to something that's been a total game-changer: Ozlo Sleep.These aren't your typical sleep buds. 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After visiting a witch, Jen shares her experience with Pete, and together, they noodle on the power of a reframe.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is the gift to be found out of some of our hardships?When is a gentler approach important to solve a problem? And a more firm approach?Why is important to seek help or feedback from a trusted mentor or colleague? More from us in your inbox. Subscribe to Box O' Goodies. A weekly email with the books, podcasts, quotes, and other noodles Jen and Pete are mulling over.Listen to all episodes and read full transcripts at thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Reach us: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.comPete's work: humanperiscope.com · Jen's work: jenwaldman.com

Release. Adhesions. Breaking things up. Some of the words we use every day in massage make claims we can't always back up. But what if being honest about what we don't know made our work more credible, not less? In this Meet the Researchers episode, Rachelle talks with Dr. Anna Gabriel, a physiotherapist and fascia researcher studying non-local effects—how an intervention at the foot can create measurable changes elsewhere along the posterior chain. But observing a change isn't the same as knowing why it happened. Dr. Gabriel offers a refreshingly simple approach: say what you did, say what you observed, and don't claim a mechanism you didn't measure. Join Nicole and Rachelle for a conversation about scientific precision, the language of massage therapy, professional credibility, and why we don't need to have all the answers to do meaningful work. Resources and Author links:   LAB COURSE: Journey into the MATRIX www.anatomyscapes.com/MATRIX for more information about "Journey Into the MATRIX: the Fascial System" dissection lab workshop.   LAB COURSE: Dissection Lab Intensive ​​https://www.anatomyscapes.com/DLI for more information about the "Dissection Lab Intensive" lab workshop.  Check out the Anatomy for Touch column in the Massage & Bodywork magazine at https://www.abmp.com/massage-and-bodywork-magazine/anatomy Check out some of Dr. Anna Gabriel's Research: Testing the Posterior Chain: Diagnostic Accuracy of the Bunkie Test versus the Isokinetic Hamstrings/Quadriceps Measurement in Patients with Self-Reported Knee Pain and Healthy Controls Myofascial Treatment Techniques on the Plantar Surface Influence Functional Performance in the Dorsal Kinetic Chain   Host Bios: AnatomySCAPES Co-Directors, Rachelle Clauson and Nicole Trombley, are NCBTMB-approved continuing education providers and teach anatomy explorations for hands-on professionals online and in person. They co-author the "Anatomy for Touch" column in Massage & Bodywork magazine and enjoy helping therapists better understand how anatomy relates to what they are feeling through their sense of touch. Nicole Trombley: As a massage educator, Nicole draws on her passion for human biology to help therapists better understand the tissues under their hands. She owns and operates Equilibrio Massage in San Diego, CA, where she has specialized in massage for pregnancy and postpartum since 2004. Rachelle Clauson: Rachelle loves teaching therapists about the structural organization and beauty of the human fascial system. She serves as the Director of Creative and Administrative Affairs for the Fascial Net Plastination Project, and owns Flourish Bodywork, her private practice where she has been offering hands-on bodywork in San Diego, CA, since 2003.   About Our Sponsors:   Anatomy Trains is a global leader in online anatomy education and also provides in-classroom certification programs for structural integration in the US, Canada, Australia, Europe, Japan, and China, as well as fresh-tissue cadaver dissection labs and weekend courses. The work of Anatomy Trains originated with founder Tom Myers, who mapped the human body into 13 myofascial meridians in his original book, currently in its fourth edition and translated into 12 languages. The principles of Anatomy Trains are used by osteopaths, physical therapists, bodyworkers, massage therapists, personal trainers, yoga, Pilates, Gyrotonics, and other body-minded manual therapists and movement professionals. Anatomy Trains inspires these practitioners to work with holistic anatomy in treating system-wide patterns to provide improved client outcomes in terms of structure and function.               Website: anatomytrains.com           Email: info@anatomytrains.com           Facebook: facebook.com/AnatomyTrains                    Instagram: www.instagram.com/anatomytrainsofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2g6TOEFrX4b-CigknssKHA    Precision Neuromuscular Therapy seminars (www.pnmt.org) have been teaching high-quality seminars for more than 20 years. Doug Nelson and the PNMT teaching staff help you to practice with the confidence and creativity that comes from deep understanding, rather than the adherence to one treatment approach or technique. Find our seminar schedule at pnmt.org/seminar-schedule with over 60 weekends of seminars across the country. Or meet us online in the PNMT Portal, our online gateway with access to over 500 videos, 37 NCBTMB CEs, our Discovery Series webinars, one-on-one mentoring, and much, much more! All for the low yearly cost of $167.50. Learn more at pnmt.thinkific.com/courses/pnmtportal!  Follow us on social media: @precisionnmt on Instagram or at Precision Neuromuscular Therapy Seminars on Facebook.     At Heights Wellness Retreat, we believe every person is an unstoppable force, whether navigating daily demands, pursuing goals, or striving to be their best. This drives everything we do. We go beyond traditional spa services by creating a purpose-driven environment where wellness professionals are empowered, valued, and positioned to grow. With steady clientele, support, and a wellness-forward culture, Heights Wellness Retreat is where therapists build meaningful, sustainable careers while shaping the future of the wellness industry.  www.massageheightscareers.careerplug.com/jobs  www.heightswellnessretreats.com  https://www.instagram.com/heightswellnessretreat/  https://www.facebook.com/heightswellnessretreat/    Save your hands for the smaller structures and start getting your clients underfoot! At the Center for Barefoot Massage, we teach you how to enhance your pressure using gravity and physics and help your clients recover from persistent pain through nerd-level anatomical attention to detail—we just happen to use our feet to do it all! From the slow, down-regulating glides of our FasciAshi Fundamentals strokes to the proprioceptive "pattern-interrupts" of our Barefoot Matwork techniques and the resisted movements from our Stretch Therapy class, we offer a complete suite of evidence-based tools for deep, myofascial Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage—we nicknamed our approach "FasciAshi."   Worried about your body size in relation to your clients? Our innovation—the suspended Ashi-strap—allows a more diverse population of massage therapists to regulate and vector their weight and pressure distribution with clinical precision, making deep work effortless on a variety of client bodies. At the Center for Barefoot Massage, we believe the future of massage is afoot! Find when and where our CE classes are happening next at centerforbarefootmassage.com.

Today we meet Jeff Copeland and we're talking about the queer book that saved his life: Miss Rona by Rona Barrett.Jeff is the author of Love You Madly, Holly Woodlawn and co-author with Holly Woodlawn of Low Life in High Heels: The Holly Woodlawn Story. An Emmy award nominee, he worked for nearly thirty years for a variety of TV Networks and film studios, including Discovery, Animal Planet, HGTV, ABC, FOX, and Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.In Miss Rona, Rona Barrett charts her life from childhood and her struggle with a degenerative hip disease while organizing fan clubs for musicians. From there, she charts her rise as a gossip columnist and ultimately entertainment journalist.Connect with Jefffacebook: @jeff.copeland.982instagram: @loveyoumadlyhollywoodlawnyoutube: @loveyoumadlyhollywoodlawnOur BookshopVisit our Bookshop for new releases, current bestsellers, banned books, critically acclaimed LGBTQ books, or peruse the books featured on our podcasts: bookshop.org/shop/thisqueerbookMiss Rona is not available on Bookshop.org. Please check with your local bookstore or a used book retailer.Buy your copy of Love You Madly, Holly Woodlawn here: https://bookshop.org/a/82376/9781627311595Become an Associate Producer!Become an Associate Producer of our podcast through a $20/month sponsorship on Patreon! A professionally recognized credit, you can gain access to Associate Producer meetings to help guide our podcast into the future! Get started today: patreon.com/thisqueerbookCreditsHost/Founder: John ParkerExecutive Producer: Jim PoundsAssociate Producers: Archie Arnold, K Jason Bryan and David Rephan, Bob Bush, Natalie Cruz, Troy Ford, Jonathan Fried, Joe Perazzo, Bill Shay, Sean Smith, and Karsten VagnerPatreon Subscribers: Stephen D., Stephen Flamm, Ida Göteburg, Thomas Michna, Sofia Nerman, and Gary Nygaard.Creative and Accounting support provided by: Gordy EricksonQuatrefoil LibraryQuatrefoil has created a curated lending library made up of the books featured on our podcast! If you can't buy these books, then borrow them! Link: https://libbyapp.com/library/quatrefoil/curated-1404336/page-1Support the show

Feel like it's impossible to chase a creative dream when marriage, kids, and full-time careers are already filling your life and schedule? While it's hard, it is possible - and one couple is proving it while creating a world of their own. In this conversation, nuclear engineer and veteran Lucas Fischhaber and his wife and co-author Shauna share how they maintain a multi-book writing project while carrying the load of raising a family and maintaining traditional jobs.  You'll discover how a bedtime story became an epic fantasy series that they now are co-writing. You'll hear an honest and open conversation about doubt, how their creative work has changed their relationship, dealing with comparison, and how to choose a God-given creative calling over the easier road of settling for normal.Press play to discover how to manage the challenge of building a marriage and family while simultaneously building a creative legacy that will outlast you. ABOUT OUR GUESTLucas Fischhaber is the author of Gathering Storms, the first book in the epic fantasy series Age of Wonder. As a Christian husband, father, Army veteran, and nuclear engineer, Lucas brings a unique perspective to storytelling, blending imaginative worldbuilding with themes of wonder, mercy, courage, and hope.Together with his wife, Shauna, Lucas has built the world of Age of Wonder as a husband-and-wife creative team. Their work explores how faith can shape imagination, how stories can awaken wonder, and how fantasy can point readers toward beauty, truth, and goodness.TO LEARN MORE https://lucasfischhaber.comTap HERE to send us a text! Don't Build Your Creator Lifestyle Alone. Join the Community! In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!GodandGigs.com/membershipSupport the showCOACHING AND COMMUNITY FOR CHRISTIAN CREATIVEShttps://godandgigs.com/membershipRECOMMENDED APPS AND TOOLS FOR CREATORShttp://godandgigs.com/toolkitFREE 7-Day Devotionalhttps://godandgigs.com/prayerOUR PODCAST GEAR https://amzn.to/4bQm89bWant to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? Send us a message on Podmatch! Go to https://godandgigs.com/be-a-guestABOUT THE GOD AND GIGS SHOW The God and Gigs Show is a podcast for Christian creators — musicians, podcasters, writers, speakers, and artists — who want to build a sustainable, purpose-aligned creative business without compromising their faith. Hosted by Allen C. Paul, a South Florida-based podcaster, musician, and author with over 30 years of experience in podcasting, community curation and Christian ministry, the show equips faith-led creators with practical tools and spiritual inspiration so listeners can thrive in faith, family, business, and creativity. © 2026 Paul Creative Solutions

Can creativity thrive within a structured literacy classroom? Greg McClure, an elementary educator and literacy specialist, joins us to explore how teachers can bring creativity into reading instruction without treating it as an extra. Greg shares his experience moving toward the science of reading and explains how explicitly teaching literacy skills can work alongside creativity. Rather than choosing between structure and creative learning, he encourages teachers to find meaningful ways to bring both into the classroom. The conversation explores how creative questions can strengthen reading comprehension. Greg shares examples from Hatchet, showing how questions that invite students to make connections, imagine possibilities, and explain their thinking can lead to richer discussions while still checking for understanding. Greg also introduces the idea of clarifying a problem before jumping to solutions through a live activity called “Quest for Clarity.” The activity demonstrates how asking thoughtful questions can help students gather information, understand a problem more clearly, and develop better solutions. Key Takeaways Creativity and structured literacy can work together rather than being treated as competing approaches. Giving students language and strategies for creativity can help them apply creative thinking beyond a single classroom activity. Creative questions can deepen comprehension while encouraging students to make their own connections. Asking clarifying questions helps students move beyond assumptions and better understand the problem they are trying to solve. Teachers can use the curriculum as a foundation while creating opportunities for deeper, more engaging learning. About Greg McClure Greg McClure is an elementary educator and literacy specialist with a master's in Creativity and Change Leadership from SUNY Buffalo State University. He has worked in elementary education for more than a decade and focuses on bringing creativity research into practical classroom experiences. He also develops creative classroom tools and activities through Breakout Brains.   Be sure to subscribe to your favorite platform and sign up for our Extra Fuel newsletter for more resources and inspiration. Visit FuelingCreativityPodcast.com for more information or email us at questions@fuelingcreativitypodcast.com.

In this episode of AART, Chris welcomes multi-award-winning American film editor, producer and writer Nancy Novack, ACE, for a biographical conversation about the life, experiences and creative choices behind her distinguished career in film. For more than 25 years, Nancy has helped shape documentary and feature films for HBO, PBS, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu and Starz. Her work has appeared at leading international film festivals, including Sundance, Venice, Tribeca, Hot Docs and Telluride, and has contributed to productions honored with Emmy, Peabody, duPont and George Polk awards.Nancy traces her journey from her early interest in film to becoming one of the industry's most respected documentary editors. After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in communications and a concentration in film theory, she entered the profession as an apprentice picture editor on Penny Marshall's Awakenings, starring Robert De Niro and Robin Williams.Those formative experiences marked the beginning of a career devoted to telling meaningful stories about people, history, culture and social change. Working her way through the film industry, Nancy developed a creative voice that would eventually bring her into collaboration with some of documentary filmmaking's most accomplished directors and producers.Nancy won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Picture Editing for Nonfiction Programming for Spike Lee's acclaimed HBO documentary When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts. Her extensive credits also include All In: The Fight for Democracy, Battleground, All Static & Noise, Grass Is Greener, My Lai, The Vote, Broadway: The American Musical, Cancer: The Emperor of All Maladies, Soundbreaking: Stories from the Cutting Edge of Recorded Music and N. Scott Momaday: Words from a Bear.This episode of AART is an intimate look at the woman behind an extraordinary body of work: her beginnings, influences, achievements and enduring belief in film as an art form capable of connecting people and illuminating the world around us.Nancy's links:IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0636794/Website: https://www.odessafilms.com/nancy-novack.html Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bklyn_novack/ Instagram: @bkln_novack Nancy's dinner party guests:John LennonPaul McCartneyTaylor SwiftLucille BallRosie O'DonnellIlham Tohti Nancy's favorite female artists:Yoko OnoMartha GrahamGreta GerwigBeth KamensteinThelma ShoonmakerKeiko DegichiSwoonDear AnushkaJoni MitchellTaylor Swift AART is part of the Women Unscripted Podcast Network and is produced by Hollowell Studios.Keywords:Nancy Novack ACE, Nancy Novack interview, Nancy Novack biography, Nancy Novack life and career, American film editor, Emmy-winning film editor, award-winning film editor, female film editor, women in film, women in television, women in documentary film, film industry careers, documentary filmmaker, documentary producer, documentary writer, Call Time podcast, Chris Stafford, Chris Stafford interview, Women Unscripted Podcast Network, Hollowell Studios, filmmaking podcast, film career podcast, Hollywood career stories,Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/aart--5814675/support.Hollowell Studios ProductionWebsite: https://hollowellstudios.com/podcastsInstagram: @theaartpodcast Email: theaartpodcast@gmail.com© Copyright: Chris Stafford | Hollowell StudiosAll Rights Reserved

“You just need to unplug and then you are re-sparked with new creative ideas.” — Yvette Marquez-SharpnackThis episode is your invitation to think about what sustains your creativity. I'm joined by Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack, food blogger, cookbook author, and creator of Muy Bueno. For the past 16 years, Yvette has been sharing Mexican recipes inspired by her grandmother from Chihuahua, Mexico, and her upbringing in El Paso, Texas.We talk about how her creativity and business continue to evolve, from food blogging and cookbook writing to photography, storytelling, Substack, and curated culinary trips to Mexico. Yvette shares what's inspiring her as she works on her next cookbook, The Best of Muy Bueno.Yvette shares about bringing together recipes, family history, storytelling, color, branding, and creating a visual identity that feels distinctly hers. We also get into the less obvious parts of sustaining a creative career: taking care of your health, getting out of the house, finding community, traveling, unplugging, and giving yourself permission to step away from the work.We go behind the scenes of recipe development and why Yvette knows what feels obvious to an expert may not be obvious to the person cooking your recipes. Reader comments and feedback has become a way that she continues refining recipes that have lived on her blog for years (and some will appear in her new book).Whether you're building a creative business, working on a book, navigating a creative block, craving more community, or figuring out how to take better care of yourself while doing the work you love, this conversation is a reminder that you get to create space that supports your creative process.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform while you cook, clean, or create. Get the full show notes & transcript on Substack.Resources Mentioned:* Muy Bueno Blog* Cocina to CareerQuestions to Reflect On:Sit with these questions: Journal, take them on a walk, create a voice note, chat with a friend, or sit with a cup of tea and reflect on them.* Where am I finding inspiration outside of my work right now?* What helps me feel creatively re-energized when I've been working alone for too long?* What am I trying to do alone that could become more interesting through collaboration?* What makes my creative work recognizable as mine?* What happens to my creativity when I give myself permission to unplug?Leave a comment below or connect with us on Instagram @chefcarlacontreras and @muybuenocooking to share your takeaways from the episode.xo CarlaPS: Need space for your creative projects and dreams? Upgrade to paid for access to Nourished Creator Studio, weekly Creative Study Hall Sessions, and Creative Chat.Disclaimer: Always seek the counsel of a qualified medical practitioner or other healthcare provider for an individual consultation before making any significant changes to your health, lifestyle, or to answer questions about specific medical conditions. This podcast is for entertainment and information purposes only. Note: Some of these are affiliate links. I receive a small percentage of the sales. I appreciate your support of my small Latina & women owned business. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chefcarla.substack.com/subscribe

Creativity through the lens of a Storybuilder, Brand consultant and author"I love exploring and learning new things."I'm a business storytelling consultant and the creator of the Storybuilding method. It's not just storytelling. It's brand realignment disguised as storytelling.My work is about flipping the script, instead of starting with what a company wants to say, I help teams step into the customer's standpoint and understand how people actually think, decide, and choose. I've worked with startups, scale ups, and established organizations across Europe to align their messaging, sharpen their positioning, and make their story resonate in the real world. I'm the author of Storybuilding, a practical book that gives teams simple tools to build brand stories from the outside in.https://standpoint.ch/https://www.linkedin.com/in/elbing/Send us Fan Mail

What does it actually cost to follow Jesus in the world's second most dangerous country to be a Christian?In this powerful and rare episode of Fuel for the Harvest, host Nathan sits down with Warfa, FORGE's ambassador in Somalia (face concealed for his protection), for an unfiltered look at what life and ministry look like on the ground in one of the most hostile places on earth for believers.Warfa shares the real history behind Somalia's decades of civil war, the rise of Al-Shabaab, and how the country's identity became inseparable from Islam — plus astonishing evidence that Christianity may have existed there long before Islam ever arrived.But this episode isn't just about danger — it's about hope. You'll hear:✅ Why Somalia ranks #2 on the world's most dangerous countries to be a Christian (just behind North Korea)✅ The incredible story of a widow who now leads multiple underground fellowships despite immense loss✅ How "rehabilitation centers" are used to torture young believers back into Islam — and a current, ongoing story of a brother in that exact situation✅ How a simple act of listening saved one man from suicide and another from joining a terrorist group✅ Creative, Spirit-led ways believers are gathering safely to worship and grow✅ Practical ways YOU can pray for and support the underground church in SomaliaThis is a raw, real, and deeply moving conversation about what it means to follow Jesus when it could cost you everything — and why the light of the gospel shines brightest in the darkest places.

Show SummaryOn today's episode, we're having a conversation with Elizabeth Musselman, an Elizabeth Dole Caregiver Fellow, about the unrecognized evolution of veteran caregiving and the hidden burdens placed on military children.Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestElizabeth Musselman is a military caregiver and a 2026 Elizabeth Dole Foundation Caregiver Fellow. In this role, she works with policymakers, Special Operations families, and veteran-serving organizations on the mental health needs of children living in veteran caregiver homes, a population largely absent from current policy and program design. Her advocacy focuses on the intergenerational effects of combat injury, including how a veteran parent's symptoms shape a child's development, attachment, and role in the family. She is a member of the Hidden Helpers Coalition and delivered the keynote address at the 2025 Elizabeth Dole Foundation National Convening in Washington, D.C. Elizabeth previously built a career in finance and technology and earned her J.D. before becoming the full-time caregiver for her husband, a retired U.S. Army Special Forces veteran, and raising their three children in the home his service shaped. Links Mentioned in this Episode Elizabeth Dole Foundation WebsiteMCON Health SummitElizabeth on LinkedInPsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's resource of the week is the PsychArmor course, Supporting Youth Who Support Veterans. Caregiving youth often make sacrifices to provide care for family members who are ill, injured, elderly, or disabled. This course acknowledges the contributions of these youth caregivers, goes into the scope of the problem, and offers some solutions.You can find the resource here:  https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/supporting-youth-who-support-veterans Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

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On the day he retires from Goodby Silverstein & Partners, co-founder Rich Silverstein joins That's What I Call Marketing to reflect on 40 years in advertising, the making of ‘Got Milk?' and what makes an idea last. Rich takes us back to the early days of the agency, when a project for Electronic Arts helped turn a group of creatives who wanted to do things their own way into a business. We get into the thinking behind ‘Got Milk?', the E*TRADE monkey ad and the lizards, and ask whether work made for a different media era could be even more powerful today. Rich is candid about the role of craft, humour and client confidence, as well as his concern that AI could make it easier to settle for work that is merely good enough.In this episode, we cover:– How Rich, Jeff Goodby and Andy Berlin started the agency, and what they took from their time with Hal Riney– The simple truth behind ‘Got Milk?' and how its words and distinctive look came together– Why the best campaigns build a brand over time, rather than end with one commercial– What it takes to sell an unusual idea when more people want a say in the work– Rich's mixed feelings about AI, and how he is using it to develop a musical– Why he tells young creatives to study the world and the people in itA useful listen for marketers interested in brand building, creative effectiveness, advertising craft, agency relationships and AI in marketing.That's What I Call Marketing is the podcast for marketers who care about brand, B2B, creativity, effectiveness and the future of the profession.Follow the show for more conversations with CMOs, marketing leaders, agency leaders, professors, authors, thinkers and practitioners.Find more episodes at: https://www.thatswhaticallmarketing.comTimestamps00:00 – Rich Silverstein and 40 years in advertising10:01 – Hal Riney, Electronic Arts and starting Goodby Silverstein & Partners14:28 – Bringing design, journalism and craft together15:25 – Why Rich skips most advertising16:31 – AI and the danger of “good enough”21:46 – What editorial design and Rolling Stone taught him24:05 – Why great work should still hold up years later24:26 – The story behind ‘Got Milk?'26:00 – The E*TRADE monkey ad28:37 – Creative constraints and the need for confident clients30:36 – The lizards and building a brand over time33:15 – Using humour to make an idea last36:32 – Selling ambitious work and working with clients37:39 – Research, planning and creative collaboration40:37 – The ideas Rich loved but could not sell41:59 – 13 Days, his musical project, and using AI to make it46:47 – Advice for creatives starting an agency today49:19 – Why the ideas come faster, but selling them remains hard51:51 – The advertising Rich still admires52:46 – Mentors, observation and studying the worldThanks to Tracksuit for partnering with That's What I Call Marketing. Find out more about its always-on brand tracking platform at https://www.gotracksuit.com.That's What I Call Marketing is where marketers come for real conversations about brand, B2B, creativity, effectiveness and the future of the profession.Hosted by Conor Byrne, the show features conversations with CMOs, marketing leaders, agency leaders, authors, thinkers and practitioners about what good marketing looks like in practice.Listen, follow and find more episodes at: https://www.thatswhaticallmarketing.comConnect with Conor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conorbyrneirl/If you enjoy the show, please follow, subscribe and leave a review. It helps more marketers find the conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AI is bundled into nearly every design tool on the market, but how much of it is actually usable in day-to-day MEP work? In this episode of The CADDle Call Podcast, Jim and Rocco are joined by David Robison, President of Design Master Software, to look at what AI can do for design teams right now, not in some future state.Dave shares what he learned testing an AI agent on standard Autodesk example files, and how Design Master is using MCP connections to tie AI to design systems like Autodesk Revit. The conversation covers:What AI agents and MCP (Model Context Protocol) are, and how they apply to MEP design.Creative ways real MEP firms are using AI beyond basic search and reporting.How to handle AI hallucinations and keep a human in control of design decisions.Why company-specific AI integrations may matter more than generic, top-down tools.How AI is breaking down data silos across traditionally separate software packages.Where client interest is focused: business efficiency or the design process itself.What to try with AI this week, and what is a waste of time and money.Whether you are an MEP engineer, designer, BIM manager, or firm leader, this episode gives you a grounded look at where AI helps, where it falls short, and how to get started without overspending.Ready to put AI, BIM, and design software to work for your team? ZenTek Consultants provides training, software consulting, and products for AEC professionals. Visit zentekconsultants.net to explore courses and services. And make sure to subscribe to The CADDle Call Podcast so you don't miss the next episode.

Most creatives are terrified of AI. And honestly? That terror makes sense. Sameness. Replacement. Theft. Those three fears have colonized the creative internet. And they're not entirely wrong. Bad AI use produces a gray paste of mediocrity. It steamrolls voice. It scrapes without permission. But here's what I've come to believe after years of building the Story Cycle System™ and developing what I call Artful Intelligence™: The fear isn't about AI itself. It's about how most people are using it. Like a vending machine. Like a ghostwriter. Like a replacement for thinking. That's not intelligence. Artificial or otherwise. The creatives who are thriving right now aren't using AI instead of their genius. They're encoding their genius into AI and firing it at scale. There's a difference so profound it changes everything. You've spent years building deep expertise. You have frameworks. Hard-won instincts. A distinctive voice that took real living to develop. You want to scale your creative output without losing what makes it yours. But AI feels like a trap. The outputs look generic. You're afraid that leaning in means becoming a content machine producing work even you won't recognize as your own. There's a third path. One that treats AI not as a replacement or a crutch — but as your 100x creative amplifier. I know this because our son Parker Howell has been living it. Parker is the founder of Howell XR — XR filmmaker, VR game developer, fire dancer, jiu-jitsu practitioner, Reiki healer, hospice volunteer. In the last 18 months he: → Built Monkey Tower VR in 9 months with 2 people → Won $50,000 in a Meta hackathon in 30 days → Built the Tunorama AI photo booth in 48 hours for $40 → Took SkateBoss from concept to prototype in 24 hours That's not hype. That's what happens when someone stops treating AI as a productivity hack and starts treating it as an extension of their own creative intelligence. Parker said something I keep coming back to: "It's your editor, packed with all of your genius, that can fire a billion times a second." Not a generic editor. Not someone else's genius. Yours. Your patterns. Your frameworks. Your voice. Your decade of taste — baked into a system that never sleeps and never runs out of bandwidth. That's not sameness. That's a creative superpower only you can build. He also said something that stopped me cold: "I feel like I unwittingly have designed my entire career for this moment in time." A filmmaker who moved between disciplines without apology. A developer who didn't wait for permission to start building in VR. A creative who treated every seemingly unrelated skill as preparation for a future nobody had mapped yet. That's the Artful Intelligence mindset. And to anyone still sitting on the sidelines? Parker was direct: "Just go make some slop. Don't show it to anyone. But just play with it." No judgment. No stakes. Just play. Because the fear of producing slop is keeping more talented people from their own creative abundance than any shortcoming in the technology. The question isn't "will AI replace me?" It's "how do I encode what I know into something that compounds?" The creatives who answer that question — who train AI on their irreplaceable expertise — are building something that genuinely can't be commoditized. Because it's them. If you're a creative who wants to think bigger than you've ever thought, this episode is for you. If you're an expert who wants to encode your genius into something scalable, this episode is for you. If you've been afraid that embracing AI means losing yourself — this one is especially for you.

Product photography has long been one of e-commerce's biggest cost and speed bottlenecks, and generative AI is rewriting both sides of that equation. In this episode, David Cost, Chief Digital Officer at Rainbow Apparel Co, examines how generative AI is reshaping product imagery and video production for commerce teams. The conversation covers cost and speed gains, the risk of visual sameness across AI-generated creative, and how brands are rethinking model rights as they adopt digitally created models. Learn how financial institutions are turning paper records and alternative data into usable AI insights. Download the free AI in Financial Services Executive Cheat Sheet at emerj.com/fcs2

What changes when we begin to see the image of God—and the gifts of God—in every person? Sue Bessette's story is one of transformation. She openly shares that there was a time when she avoided people with disabilities. But God began changing her heart, eventually leading her into more than two decades of disability ministry and a habit of seeking out people with disabilities wherever she went.  That's how Sue met the young woman who invited her to Miracles of God, a Fresh Expression of church where people with special needs, families, caregivers, and friends participate, contribute, worship, and belong together.  In this conversation, Sue shares what God has taught her—and continues to teach her—about belonging, giftedness, and recognizing His image in everyone.  Listen to Sue's story and discover what the community of Miracles of God has taught her. 

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In this episode, we explore the profound impact of giving away our control-  across this lifetime and others- and how that affects our ability to create, manifest, and feel empowered.Many of us have unconsciously handed our power to parents, partners, guides, authority figures, or even the “Universe” itself. Over time, this can leave us feeling disconnected from our creative force, disappointed in our manifestations, or ashamed when things don't unfold as expected.This Energetic Protocol is designed to help you:•  Retrieve your control and responsibility•  Reclaim your creative current•  Strengthen your energetic fields•  Hold your manifestation power in the appropriate dimensionsGet a free month of the Cups of Consciousness meditations at:https://www.7cupsofconsciousness.com/ Follow along on social media for more insights and updates!

Nick Smallridge, girls soccer coach at Bentonville High School, joins Luke Gromer to discuss real game transfer, building autonomous players, and designing representative practice. —RYG x NIKE SPORTS CAMPSThe Better Coaching Podcast is powered by RYG Athletics, a proud provider of NIKE Sports Camps.If you're interested in becoming one of our NIKE Sports Camp directors or hosting a camp at your school, club, or facility, fill out the form below!Host or Director interest form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/Bo4otGjRjDkju1xp8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RYG Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠—FREE PODCAST NOTES, NEWSLETTER, & COACHES COMMUNITYClick the link below to download the show notes, subscribe to our newsletter, or join the community!

Does creativity slow down with age ? Great painters like Matisse and Picasso or architects Like Frank Lloyd Wright did some of the best work when they were over 80. In fact creativity can thrive in later Life. Tom Donald has proved the point with his award winning film and music project Never Say Die, winner of a Telly award at the Oakland International Film Festival.

Send us Fan Mail"I was looking for love in so many places." Getting real in your art often means getting real with yourself--and the best, most beautiful and hard-hitting art can come from the realest, darkest spaces. Irish alt-pop artist Christian Cohle knows this truth intimately.In this episode, Emmeline sits down with Christian Cohle for an intensely personal and thoughtful conversation about his brave new record, Queen of Ashes. Christian shares about the process of self-discovery that inspired the album, addiction, love, the way we distract ourselves from spiritual growth, and how his musical curiosity ran parallel to his spiritual curiosity. Christian and Emmeline also discuss the ways in which true love requires constant attention to self-improvement--and how the ones we love are always pressing our buttons and forcing us to grow. Love, life, art--it's all a grand invitation to which we choose to say yes. You can also get a sneak peek of three songs from Christian's new record--"Life with Lucy," "Venus," and "Queen of Ashes." Christian even talks about why Conversations on Love is his favorite book right now!To learn more about Christian, or to follow his musical journey, visit his official website or follow him on Instagram. For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

Welcome to the Success With Jewelry podcast, hosted by Laryssa Wirstiuk and Liz Kantner, two experts passionate about helping independent jewelry artists thrive. Welcome to episode #190! We're still in our holiday planning series, and this week Laryssa and Liz are tackling one of the biggest decisions jewelry brands face every Q4: whether to participate in Black Friday, how to think about discounting, and what to do instead if a sale doesn't feel right for your brand. In today's episode, Laryssa and Liz cover: Why Black Friday is the noisiest marketing weekend of the year - and what that means for your strategy How to decide whether discounting makes sense for your brand, your margins and your positioning Why staying in your own lane during Black Friday weekend is easier said than done - and how to prepare your mindset for it now Creative alternatives to a straight discount: early access, volume-based collector's sales, limited edition holiday packaging, storytelling deep dives and more What to do if you decide not to participate in Black Friday at all - and why that's a completely valid choice Why Small Business Saturday might be a better fit for independent jewelry brands than Black Friday How to handle an "off day" Black Friday without confusing your customers Why sharing your values during this noisy season can be a powerful differentiator How to set realistic expectations about engagement during the busiest marketing weekend of the year In the bonus segment for Insiders only, Laryssa and Liz share what they're seeing from their own clients right now - including a real example of a limited-run drop with an early access strategy - and a cautionary tale about what happens when a brand misses the moment after an in-person connection. Liz Kantner works with independent jewelry artists to help them find their unique voices and succeed in today's marketplace. With over ten years of experience in jewelry marketing and sales, Liz offers consulting services and digital strategy. She's also the founder of the Stay Gold Collective, a private group providing live training, industry insights, and personalized feedback. Learn more at https://www.lizkantner.com. Laryssa Wirstiuk is the founder and creative director of Joy Joya, a digital marketing agency for the jewelry industry. She's the author of Jewelry Marketing Joy and the creator of JoyDeck, a platform designed to make marketing accessible for jewelry makers and designers. Discover more at https://joyjoya.com. Tune in to hear Liz and Laryssa share valuable insights, tips, and strategies for success in the jewelry industry!

The Coinbase team discusses the reframing of the brand and category, plus the opportunity that exists when 80% of Americans feel the existing financial system needs fixing. CMO, Cat Ferdon, VP, Brand, Gareth Kay and VP, Creative, Joe Staples. See all the creative work on our website or YouTube Channel.

Here's a Thought… #2757 with Brooks Jensen Entering the Creative Bubble The world of athletics can be divided into two different sets of action. There is the preliminary part of preparation. Then there is the performative part of the competition. I think this provides a useful metaphor for photography and points out an interesting idea about preparation. When I'm out with my camera, my goal is to enter the creative bubble and starting the work of being a photographer. Like the athlete that stretches and warms up before the competition, what should I be doing as a photographer to prepare myself before entering the creative bubble? What is the creative equivalent to stretching and warming up? Become a member of LensWork Online and have access to all 2700+ Here's a Thought… commentaries.