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Is a river cruise just a floating hotel, or can it be one of the most authentic ways to travel? In this episode, we explore the world of Riviera Travel river cruises with the brand's North American President, Stuart Milan. As the UK's #1 river cruise and tour operator makes its official entry into the US market, we uncover what "upper premium" travel really means and ask the crucial question: How can you find a genuine, meaningful cultural connection while traveling along Europe's most historic waterways?Stuart Milan reveals the secrets behind Riviera Travel's 40-year success and its expansion as Riviera Travel US. We dive deep into what sets their luxury ships and curated itineraries apart, from their intentionally smaller passenger capacity to their upcoming all-inclusive drinks package in 2026. Stuart explains the unique value proposition of an upper premium river cruise, which combines luxury hardware with incredible value, providing an experience that sits comfortably above standard premium lines without the formalities of ultra-luxury. Discover how these journeys offer an authentic European river cruise experience by docking directly in the heart of medieval cities and ancient towns along the Danube, Rhine, and Douro rivers. You'll learn how you can step off the ship and be immediately immersed in the local culture.Beyond the destinations, we unpack Riviera's specialized programs that cater to specific travel styles. Stuart gives us an inside look at their robust solo travel river cruises, which include entire sailings dedicated exclusively to solo travelers—not just a few single cabins on a regular cruise. He also highlights their comprehensive group travel offerings, confidently stating they have one of the best propositions in the market for groups. We also discuss Riviera's "Grand Tours," which combine their award-winning land tours with their signature Riviera Travel river cruises for a longer, more immersive European vacation. From Stuart's personal journey through the travel industry to the intricate details of what makes a thoughtful holiday, this conversation is your guide to a better way of river cruising.About Our Guest:Stuart Milan is the President of Riviera Travel North America. With a lifelong career in the travel industry, from starting in customer service to launching startup travel brands, Stuart brings a wealth of experience to his role. He is now spearheading the expansion of Riviera Travel, the UK's largest river cruise operator, into the United States, aiming to bring their award-winning "upper premium" European experiences to American travelers.Timestamps / Chapters:(00:00) Can River Cruising Be an Authentic Way to Travel?(03:20) Getting to Know Stuart Milan: His Personal Travel Rituals(08:55) Stuart's Journey: From Customer Service to Travel Company President(14:00) Introducing Riviera Travel: The UK's #1 River Cruise Line Comes to the US(21:00) Defining the "Upper Premium" River Cruise Experience(24:00) Beyond Europe: The Future of Riviera's Global Itineraries(25:10) Combining Land & River: An Inside Look at Riviera's "Grand Tours"(28:15) The "No Tourists Allowed" Debate: Is a River Cruise Truly Authentic?(38:00) Who Travels with Riviera? A Deep Dive into Solo and Group Cruises(45:00) Exciting Giveaway: How to Win a Luxury Princess Cruise to AlaskaEpisode ResourcesLearn more about Riviera TravelDiscover Riviera's Solo Traveler CruisesExplore the Grand ToursEnter the GiveawayInstagramYouTubeLinkedInProduced by Podcast Studio X.

Going on a cruise s a couple is great, however there are situations on a cruise where couples argue. In this episode of the La Lido Loca Cruise podcast, hosts Tony and Jenny discuss their experiences and insights on cruising as a couple. They explore common arguments couples face while on cruises, including financial discussions, dining choices, and social dynamics. The conversation highlights their personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of respect and understanding in their relationship. They also touch on the lighter side of cruising, such as packing decisions and formal nights, while sharing their unique perspectives on navigating challenges together. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Cruise Plans 03:01 Common Arguments Among Couples on Cruises 05:36 Financial Discussions and Spending Habits 08:40 Dining Choices and Preferences 11:22 Packing and Cabin Decisions 14:11 Time Management and Schedules 16:49 Social Dynamics and Making Friends 19:45 Formal Nights and Attire 22:25 Final Thoughts on Arguments and Relationships Don't cruise without cruise insurance! Get a FREE quote here: https://insuremytripus.pxf.io/APyPDN This is the audio presentation of the La Lido Loca Cruise Podcast Episode 48. The video version is available at the Cruise Talk Network on YouTube at this link: https://youtu.be/T_kg5ggX_2w

Send us a textHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, I am delighted to welcome Chris Gray Faust, Executive Editor of Cruise Critic, the world's largest online cruise resource. Former travel editor of USA Today, and the winner of a Lowell Thomas travel writing award, Chris has visited more than 100 countries. She speaks frequently on the topic of cruising, and her expertise has been featured in dozens of media outlets, including Forbes, NBC News, The New York Times, The Washington Post and Conde Nast Traveler.“30 Cruises, 30 Days” Giveaway to Celebrate Cruise Critic's 30th AnniversaryNeedham, MA -- Cruise Critic®, the world's leading cruise planning site and online cruise community, is gearing up to celebrate its anniversary month with the largest giveaway in the company's 30-year history. The “30 Cruises,  30 Days” giveaway runs from October 1-30, 2025, and will award more than $200,000 worth of cruises – one per day, for 30 days – with prizes ranging from cruises on mega-ocean ships and intimate luxury ships, to bucket-list adventures on expedition vessels and sailings on quaint river ships.Launching October 1, 2025, Cruise Critic's “30 Cruises, 30 Days” giveaway will award one cruise per day through October 30, 2025. To enter, visit https://www.cruisecritic.com/sweepstakes each day to enter to win that date's prize. Contest open to legal US residents, 21+ years of age only. Do you have a dream car?Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

NOTICE: This weekly show is now part of the "Happy Hour with John Gaskins" daily podcast, which you can find at SiouxFallsLive.com, MidwestSportsPlus.com, and most podcast platforms like the one you find here! So, if you enjoy the topics Matt & John cover, you'll get those topics, plus relevant local guests, every Monday through Thursday on Happy Hour... so we highly recommend you check that out! You get hired to get fired. That has become the new old adage in modern day, big business college and pro sports for coaches and managers. After seven seasons, three playoff appearances, and the first playoff series win in over 20 years, Twins manager Rocco Baldelli became the latest casualty of this concept. Was it warranted? Is he the "fall guy?"Is it best the Twins move on even if Rocco is quite clearly not the primary reason for the sad state of affairs at Target Field? Beyond asinine ownership, what else besides Baldelli can we blame for the sinking ship the Twins became the last couple years?Speaking of sinking ships, has a bruised and battered Minnesota Vikings offensive line given enough reason to already believe this could be a lost season, or can a quarterback — either J.J. McCarty or Carson Wentz — and an all-of-a-sudden leaky defense keep NFC North title and even Super Bowl hopes afloat? In a monster week of football for the city of Sioux Falls and South Dakota's two Div. I teams, Happy Hour host John Gaskins and Sioux Falls Live sports editor Matt Zimmer lead off with these pressing Minnesota matters.Then, it is time to pick apart the South Dakota Coyotes' latest ugly loss in a revealing "measuring stick game" at No. 1 North Dakota State. Just like Monday's episode with Kurtiss Riggs, John and Matt try best to answer this question now that the 2025 season is about one-third in the books:With both the Jackrabbits and Coyotes losing head coaches, assistants & a bunch of their best players from top 5 teams in 2024, how and why have the Jacks remained national championship contenders (so it appears) while the Yotes have fallen off the radar (and out of the Top 25 rankings)?Meanwhile, Augustana will take its No. 8 ranking and 5-0 record across Sioux Falls to Bob Young Field on Saturday against now-unranked University of Sioux Falls (3-2) in the Key to the City Game. While the Vikings have the better record and momentum — the Cougars have lost back-to-back games in convincing fashion to Top 15-rated Duluth and Mankato — why does Zim feel the Coo have the advantage, and not just because USF has home field advantage?Finally, a preview of the most-anticipated game in South Dakota 11AAA high school football so far — No. 1 Lincoln at No. 2 Brandon Valley on Friday, a game you'll be able to watch on the Midwest Sports Plus app or at MidwestSportsPlus.com, where you can also download the app and start your 30-day free trial.

Episode 29: We're Down With ThatSeptember 2025‘Main Topic': Our experienced Lifestyle friends are here in the studio with us to talk about the concept of “We're Down With That”. From their early beginnings in swinging to the most recent adventures. They tell all!‘What Have We Done Lately': The ShareNation Hotel Takeover featured s School Girl Night and White Party Night. We ran the Couples Speed Dating and Pool Party. The following weekend was R&R's House Party that went all night and all next day. Crazy, Insane! Then, right into another weekend trip to Sunny Rest Resort for the End of Season Halloween party. Yes, in September!  We're tired!‘Where We Are Going Next': Lots coming up… Flying to Cancun again but this time stays at Desire RM and Desire Pearl. Here comes the shenanigans! Next IPG parties are Oct 17-18 for Curvy & Fabulous and Oct 24-25 for their IPG Halloween Party. ShareNation Halloween Party weekend is Oct 31-Nov 1, so get your Tickets at LifestyleLynx.com. November we are on the ‘Sold Out' Bliss Cruise. The 2026 February & April Cruises are sold out as well with November nearing capacity. But don't fear, book with our April 2027 Bliss Cruise group for ‘Prime' Cabin locations. Check our website LifestyleLynx.com Events Page 2, for Booking with a Special Perk while there are still great cabins available. For booking a Bliss Cruise, your next IPG and ShareNation Events, visit: https://lifestylelynx.com/events%2Ftrips%2FcruisesVisit us at https://www.LifestyleLynx.com for related Adult Events, Cruises, Resorts, Clubs, Parties, Swinger Websites and more...

Carnival (CCL) cruised on an earnings beat and optimism for strong demand ahead. Diane King Hall takes a closer look at the report to show other strengths boosting the cruise line's pocket book. She turns to a different story in Novo Nordisk (NVO) after Morgan Stanley downgraded the stock to underweight from equal weight and lowered its price target over its Alzheimer drug trial. Diane notes that defense stocks are rallying to start the week thanks to a Wall Street Journal report saying the Pentagon is pushing for increased missile production.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Cruising offers access to some of Earth's most magical destinations—and the added convenience of unpacking only once while you travel. Whether you dream of witnessing penguins in Antarctica or floating past storybook villages on the Rhine, it's time to chart your next unforgettable voyage.Traveling with AAA host Angie Orth is back with cruise expert and travel journalist Meena Thiruvengadam to share her favorite bucket-list cruises, from polar extremes at the edge of the world to often overlooked destinations closer to home.You'll discover how unique ships can feel like Nordic-style hotels at sea, and why the Great Lakes are a surprisingly enchanting destination. You'll also hear about the majestic fjords of Norway, onboard dining splurges that are worth the money, and a river itinerary that feels like stepping into a fairy tale.What You'll Learn:00:48 The place at the top of Meena's list of unforgettable destinations03:09 The surprising beauty of cruising the Great Lakes04:41 How Norway's fjords and northern lights deliver authentic magic06:13 Why specialty dining is worth the splurge on board07:13 The Rhine River itinerary that feels like sailing through a fairy taleConnect with Meena Thiruvengadam:Website: https://travelwithmeena.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meenathiruCTA: What's your bucket-list cruise destination? Tell us in the comments! Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprisesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises

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Ready to level up your sex life? Get 50% off Beducated's yearly pass with code luvbites | Beducated: beducate.me/bg2539-luvbites #beducatedIn this episode of Luvbites by Dr. Tara Podcast, Tatyannah King (sex and relationship writer) joins Dr. Tara to discuss what it's like dating around the world. They chat about erotic cruises, how dating differs in different cities, and which country has the best lovers. #drtara #sexeducation #relationshipadviceConnect with Dr. Tara on www.luvbites.coConnect with our guest at:@taty_k_king

Jess is joined by Broadway & cabaret star NATALIE JOY JOHNSON (Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde, Lempicka)! Topics — performing on an Atlantis Cruise to Tahiti with Patti LuPone, her many, MANY lesbian theater roles, winning the Tony for playing Jackie Warner in Work Out: The Musical, being a Craiglist internet wh*re, selling weed & sex toys in between starring on Broadway, bonding with Countess Luann... and why showbiz is ruthless, relentless and absolute trash. ⭐ IG: @jessxnyc | @njjisrelentless ⭐ Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island — Finding Fire Island

Baku brought the chaos! This week we break down the Azerbaijan Grand Prix — starting with that marathon 2-hour qualifying session packed with a record number of red flags. Carlos Sainz shocked the grid by sticking it on the front row, then backed it up with his first podium for Williams (and their first in years). Meanwhile, McLaren had an absolute nightmare: Piastri's disastrous start and lap 1 crash set the tone, and Norris couldn't take advantage despite his rivals slipping up. Liam Lawson showed one of his best weekends yet, and Max Verstappen reminded everyone why he's Max — cruising to a flawless win. We've got all the drama, hot takes, and laughs you need from a wild weekend in Baku.

Cruise Passenger Dies On Steep Hiking Trail is this morning's lead story on Friday Travel and Cruise Industry Podcast, September 19, 2025https://youtube.com/live/PMyqvbYfcQE with Chillie Falls. 36-year-old Britain Pool of Texas, died as a result of his injuries. Also today, Royal Caribbean Entices Guests To Change Plans; Carnival Expands Sailings; Legend of the Seas Adds 3 Cruises; Princess Adds New Ports; and lots more LIVE at 11 AM EDT. CLICK for video feed #fridaytravelandcruiseindustrypodcast #travelandcruiseindustrynews #podcast #cruisenews #travelnews #cruise #travel #chilliescruises #chilliefalls #whill_us Thanks for visiting my channel. NYTimes The Daily, the flagship NYT podcast with a massive audience. "Vacationing In The Time Of Covid" https://nyti.ms/3QuRwOS To access the Travel and Cruise Industry News Podcast; https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/trav... or go to https://accessadventure.net/ To subscribe: http://bit.ly/chi-fal I appreciate super chats or any other donation to support my channel. For your convenience, please visit: https://paypal.me/chillie9264?locale.... Chillie's Cruise Schedule: https://www.accessadventure.net/chillies-trip-calendar/ For your mobility needs, contact me, Whill.inc/US, at (844) 699-4455 use SRN 11137 or call Scootaround at 1.888.441.7575. Use SRN 11137. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ChilliesCruises Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chillie.falls X: https://x.com/ChillieFalls Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yesterday, Pat went out on Westport Cruises in Clew Bay to hear about the history of this coastal town. From St Patrick throwing a bell down his mountain to cute seals, Pat hears it all from the crew of Westport Cruises.Our OB live from the Westport Townhall Theatre was with thanks to Destination Westport.

On this episode the guys discuss Having children, Getting a vasectomy, Reggae Artists with the most children, Sexual encounters overseas, Rub & Tugs, Cruises, Plus tells a story about his dad, Chris wins big on a parlay, women you know having an Only Fans during the pandemic, Pick up lines and more SOTW: Project Pat x Take Da Charge

In this episode, Hospitality Daily careers correspondent Emily Goldfischer, founder and editor-in-chief of hertelier, sits down with Barbara Muckermann, CEO of Kempinski Hotels. As the first woman to lead the 162-year-old luxury hotel group, Barbara shares her remarkable career journey from shaping the cruise industry to steering one of hospitality's most iconic brands. You'll hear lessons from leading through crisis, navigating global scale, and balancing heritage with reinvention. Read on hertelier: How Barbara Muckermann Went from Cruises to the Helm of Kempinski A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Tiff and Dana take a close look at a practice that wanted to get a handle on its growth. They discuss knowing numbers inside and out, forming a growth plan, keeping your team involved in any expansion. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript:   The Dental A Team (00:00) Hello Dental A Team listeners. I am just so excited. It is Friday today. I don't know what day you're listening to this or what day it will drop, but you know, these are prerecorded. are not live. So that is not a shock to you. This Friday is almost ending. I think we've got a couple hours left under our belts for both of us, but I get to end it with Ms. Dana and I have missed you, Dana. I was on vacation last week and I feel like I barely saw you the week prior. And then this week has been crazy for both of us and   I love our time together. think I scheduled this extra time just to chat next week because I miss you so much. So, Dana, you're rocking this outfit today. I told you that this morning on our morning huddle. Yes, we do morning huddles. And this cut you've got on your hair, I've told you already, but I freaking love it. You look stellar today. So welcome to Friday, Dana. How are you?   Dana (00:51) Doing good. I'm excited to end, well, almost end my day with you two. I'm excited. I know we probably don't want to get into it on this podcast, but I can't wait to hear about your trip. And, you know, I'll take as much tip time as I can get. So I'm super excited to be here and to be able to chat with you and to maybe help some people too while we're at it.   The Dental A Team (01:13) ⁓ thank you. Thank you. know I did. I scheduled our time next week and I was like, that's our catch up time. But I can say I did figure out I know you recently went on a cruise. ⁓ I am not a cruiser. It's not my jam. So I figured that out. But it was a great sampler platter and I fell in love with Italy. So we'll say that and I've got a lot of stories. I literally yesterday I was like, I need to like, type these out or write them in a journal or something because you know, in 10 years, I'm gonna forget half of them and there are just so many stories out of   the nine days that I was gone. So I'm excited to chat with you. And we can share our cruise stories, I guess, right? They're wild. Cruises are wild. Cruise people are a little wild. If you're out there listening, like you're a little wild. I don't know about these 11 PM, like bingo nights and stuff. I'm like, guys, it's wild. But here we are.   Dana (01:59) Yeah. I left mine   feeling like you. not necessarily, I don't think that like I put it at the top of my list. Would I do another one maybe? But I don't think that it's at the top of my preferred methods for traveling.   The Dental A Team (02:15) Same, same,   same. But you know, Vegas isn't on my top list either. And it kind of felt like Vegas on water. So maybe it's me. I said 10, 15 years ago, you know, in my young years, I would have been all about it, you know, and I would have stayed up all night and gone to Rome the next morning. But at the age that I'm at now, not so much, not so much. I'm tired. My kid puts me to bed every night at like 8.15. He's like, all right, mom, we're part and ways. I'm like, you're right. I'm falling asleep on the couch. Let's go. So.   Dana (02:43) you   The Dental A Team (02:44) Anyways, anyways today, ⁓ Dana, I'm here to pick your brain. You've had, you've had monster success. think all of our consultants have had a lot of success, but you've had some pretty monster success with a few practices that you've got a load of practices under your belt, ⁓ over the years and currently working with quite a few rock stars and some that have come back around because they miss Dana so much. So, you know, if you're out there and you're missing Dana, you guys, she's still here.   We love her and we're keeping her. She's not going anywhere. But you have actually worked with, ⁓ a few of us have worked with clients out of the country too. And you specifically, you've worked with a handful. I think you've probably worked with more than any of us have out of the country. So today's conversation is kind of fun because it is chatting a little bit about somebody who's out of the country, like their successes that they've had. not in the United States, but.   for one, kind of notifying everybody out there, especially our Canadian listeners here. We do work with clients in Canada all the time. And Dana is actually a super stellar. She's trained a lot of us on a lot of things she's learned. And we've all been able to really kind of figure out how to manipulate some of our US standards and our ideas and our protocols and really translate them towards Canadian. And I think the biggest pieces in the Canadian world there are the billing.   and the way the claims go out and the things that you're able to build and collections processes, things like that. But we've kind of got that down. Dana did a ton of work with this practice in regards to that. So today's actually super fun because it's also really cool to see, I think Dana, I think it's awesome to see that like business is business. I say that all the time, like I don't care what your company is. We've worked with CPAs, we've worked with ⁓ podiatrists, we've had...   you know, chiropractors that we've consulted because business is business protocols or protocols. So it's really cool to see that even dentistry outside of the country, so many of the systems and the protocols that we use every single day that I would say some of us take for granted are totally transferable. So today's conversation, I really wanted to dive in and kind of pick your brain, on how this client was able to see so much success. They were really, they're really a fantastic client. And I know that they implement really well.   ⁓ And that's a huge piece of the success, you guys. If you come and we give you the tools and you don't implement them, I can't do it for you, right? So Dana, I know this client does really well in that aspect, but I mean, you took them, I mean, I'll let you tell the story, but their production, their collections kind of skyrocketed once you started really cleaning up some of those systems. Where do you feel like was the best starting point? Like I know you had like Keaton on,   on some things we always do, what was our journey like?   Dana (05:32) ⁓ The first thing is this office came in and they were they were doing well, right? They weren't sure how well they were doing though. So we really really started with numbers. ⁓ Knowing numbers inside and out, knowing expenses inside and out, knowing what goals should be. ⁓   you know, even knowing where payroll expenses were sitting and things like that. So it first first started with number review. So that we basically knew how well they were doing to be able to kind of put projections in place and look at growth trajectory and talk about like what growth should be or could look like. But it started really with honing in on those foundations and getting the doctor to understand.   their numbers and what they were telling them as far as ⁓ growth and opportunity that there were for the practice. So we really, really started in with that. We did create a scorecard so that they could look at numbers every ⁓ month. We looked at trends together and really, really got them comfortable in what the numbers told them. then it was like, okay, I'm ready for the growth, right? I can see, I think some doctors come in and it's like, well, I feel like I'm doing okay. And I feel like I want to grow, but I actually don't know if I can grow.   because I don't know like what my foundation is. So that was really, really eye opening. The other thing was this doctor was working a ton of time and didn't necessarily have any time to work on the business, right? It was always working in the business. So then it was taking the numbers and creating a plan to work them out of the business at least one day a week ⁓ and to also then create some admin time.   within the rest of the week. getting them to have those pieces really allowed for them to have discussions on what a growth plan.   looks like and it kind of helped us take off from there. So looking at the numbers, we realized, you know, the number of patients that they had, he really couldn't serve on, you know, solo. So then we started looking at associates and bringing in associates to the practice. And then when associate schedules started to get full, was like, what's next? And so then it was adding surgery services and sedation and getting hospital days. And so it was really, really fun. And then we got to a certain   point of growth and it was like, this is so much for me to manage. And then we built a leadership team. So there was just a lot, a lot of pieces that happened. ⁓ But honestly, and truly practice came in at about 3.2 million and was projected to end that year at five. Right. So it was a ton of growth, but it honestly and truly started with knowing the numbers and knowing where the potential was and what we needed to do, what levers we needed to do to pull to make growth really happen.   The Dental A Team (08:02) Well.   Mm-hmm. That makes sense. makes so much sense. So the projections and that growth plan that you did with them, how did you project that? So to know that you could take them from that 3.2 that they probably didn't even know they were accomplishing. It sounds like they were successful, but like you said, they didn't know their numbers. They didn't know how successful, which happens, think, a lot for our clients. We attract clients who are doing well and just don't know the space that is left to target.   So how did you help them find that within that growth plan?   Dana (08:47) Yeah, we first started just looking at like patient number because it was feeling like yes, they were doing well, but you know being like schedules were jam-packed. So looking at active patients and actually saying hey you do need to actually grow your hygiene department.   right? So to be able to serve the patients you already have within the practice. So then we really honed in on how many, how much hygiene time do we actually need, right? For this practice. And then looking at, and this is one thing that like where Canada does differ in their billing, especially for hygiene, they, can bill for time, right? We bill for services in the U S they can bill for time. And it does still illustrate a point though, that when we're billing for what we're doing time or not time, right? It's important. So making sure that there are standard billing.   and for the US, right, it's not necessarily billing, it's actually like perio and what we recommend in the time that we have with the patient, but really getting them calibrated on that and really getting them all moving in the same direction.   And then I was expanding the hygiene department. Once we've expanded the hygiene department, then we needed the providers. We needed the providers to do the restorative dentistry since we expanded the hygiene department. So we really started with hygiene and started with adding hours there, really making sure that we fine-tuned the billing process so that, know, hygienists were producing really what they should be producing for their time. And then adding, again, the doctors in there for the restorative that came out of hygiene was just kind where we started.   started.   The Dental A Team (10:16) Awesome. And it sounds like they were at a space then where I think a lot of doctors get to, or a lot of practices get to where it's either I'm good and I'm going to like steady eddy this and I'm just going to, I'm going to stay where I'm at, or I want to continue growing. And I think a lot of doctors get to that space and they think I'm supposed to continue growing. And that's not a hundred percent always the case. It's not necessary. You should continue to grow to keep up with inflation.   obviously, but I think ⁓ something that needs to be said is you don't have to add more hygiene. You don't have to add more doctors. You don't have to do all of those things. But if you want to continue to grow, you want to continue to see those ⁓ numbers increase the way this practice is did, that's a great step to take. And being able to first see all of the patients that you have currently, ⁓ not even including, it sounds like any new patients, we're just   trying to handle the current load, I think is fantastic. And then like you said, it sounds like you did a decent job really honing in, not just the billing, because we want to bill for time, right? I get that. But also honing in their peri-o protocols. while you're increasing, well, we added, you know, added associates. But while you guys were increasing the value on the doctor's side over there, you made sure, it sounds like that.   hygiene was able to keep up with the increased production on the doctor side. And I think that gets missed a lot, Dana, where it's like skyrocketing doctors and we're like, why is hygiene at 12 % of our production now? Well, because we forgot to focus on them. And I think that's something you guys did really well. And I'm sure your hygiene background helped you see that this is an important space. those perio protocols really, really helped, I'm sure. And how did their team do?   Dana (12:05) Mm-hmm.   The Dental A Team (12:07) A big scare I think doctors have is getting hygienists on board. Our hygienists have a scare of maybe changing their thought process on a lot of those pieces. How did this practice do with implementing those changes in their period department?   Dana (12:22) They did a really, really good job, but I will say when we decided to kind of tackle that, we really booked out a set of meetings where they really were able to work through it, to look at each other's patients, to look at what each other built, to look at what each other did for those patients, to pull x-rays and FMPs and all of those things and really work through it together and really calibrate. ⁓ They had a series of, I think,   monthly meeting for four months and really really work through it together as well as at that point we had a leadership team and so having the lead hygienist really double check those things and have conversations with   you know, some hygienists initially took it on really strong and they did really well. Other hygienists didn't do quite as well, quite as fast. And so just having individual conversations, using some of the other hygienists as examples, and really letting those that were really strong give verbiage tips, give billing tips, give all sorts of tips to the hygienists who weren't as strong. And they really, really leveled up and learned from each other, which I was super proud of them for.   The Dental A Team (13:28) That's awesome. That's awesome. So the planning and the prepping, I think, is key and having those initial conversations, but then also having follow up. Because I'm sure some of those conversations were, like you said, seeing the other patients and being able to see those spaces. But I'm sure some of those conversations were like, how did this go for you? And what was your case acceptance? Or how many times have you talked about it? And how did that conversation go? And really kind of batting ideas back and forth. And I would venture to say you probably also   had those meetings set up for the doctors too, where they're calibrating. You've got your owner doctor and your two associates who are calibrating, especially as you brought on more dental surgeries and, you know, it looks like you guys worked on hospital privileges and all kinds of things for them. But I assume based on what I know is that those doctors had to calibrate as well. So he's not only training doctors, training hygiene, but they're all kind of training each other. Is that what you saw?   Dana (14:27) Yeah, it was. And that's why we really put leadership meetings in place. ⁓ And the cool thing about this growth, like you said, you get to a point where you kind of have to choose, right? Do you want to stay where you are? Do you want and he didn't want growth, right? But he didn't want to necessarily take on more dentistry. And I think that was a key thing to really talk about is what does that long term picture for you look like so that as we build it, gets you to those points. And so we knew it meant bringing on other doctors, we knew it meant expanding services in some ways to get them   massive amount of growth that was wanted, but without it being him, right? Because, like, young kiddos family, like wanting to just prioritize that and have days away and, you know, totally understand that but how can we still have growth and have that happen?   The Dental A Team (15:03) him. Yeah.   Mm-hmm, that's awesome. That's awesome. Now within that growth trajectory, and I know we have a lot of team members that listen, not only is this helping the doctor and the practice and the associate dentist and all of these different pieces, but it's also helping the team because I think when you have, that kind of a growth trajectory for a practice and you've got a growth plan set, you've got the goals set, this also trickles down into the growth of the team.   Right. And so I think something you mentioned, right, was the leadership team. so one, you don't always have to have a leadership team in place before you have the growth. First of all, because I think a lot of people are wondering like, what's the chicken? What's the egg? Which comes first. And it doesn't, it doesn't really matter. It doesn't, you can have one, but you don't have to wait for the growth. You don't have to until you have one. Right. But part of that growth trajectory and the growth planning was that leadership team.   Right? And so did you kind of help them timeline that and kind of figure out, well, when you get to this many patients, when you get to this many people, when you get to this, like this is where we need to bring somebody up. Did you help them timeline it and kind of org chart that and like job descriptions? How did you guys work that?   Dana (16:26) Yeah, OrgChart played a big piece in it because we knew like with this kind of growth you're going to need additional team members. I knew Leadership Team was a big piece because it just   didn't want everything to fall on owner doctor, right? So yeah, we did. We looked at org chart, we timelines, like when we were going to add new seats to it, what we might need for the future to get there. And that was really fun. Because I think when we build an org chart, we tend to just have it be like, well, what do I have? Right? Who do I have? And what do they do? And I build it based on that versus like, no, actually, what do you mean? Right? And, and what will you need in the near future? It's okay to build an org chart for now and an org chart for the future. And then   The Dental A Team (16:56) Yeah.   Yeah.   Dana (17:08) map out how you get there. And so that is definitely something that came into play here and was super impactful ⁓ in the journey.   The Dental A Team (17:17) Mm-hmm. Yeah, I agree. I agree. That's amazing. So if we were to peel this back a couple layers for our listeners today who might be in a space where they're like, gosh, I don't know if I can grow. I have the capability and the capacity to grow? What would you say, Dana, is a first step for someone who's really in that space or even trying to figure out if they want it or not?   How did you, like what's that first step look like with your practices that you've worked with or this one specifically that you're like, is where we start, this is how we see that.   Dana (17:52) ⁓ I think that first it becomes like the vision. Where do you want to do? What kind of growth do you want if you even want growth, right? And what I mean by growth is like getting bigger, right? Or getting larger. And what are the pieces that you want? And then secondary to that, and I think in conjunction with that, knowing your numbers and where the health of your numbers stands so that we can kind of align those pieces together. ⁓   The Dental A Team (18:04) Yeah.   Dana (18:21) And I think that those are the two key foundational pieces that I think really helped to drive this doctor too.   The Dental A Team (18:27) Awesome, awesome. So it's kind of looking at where do you want to go? And then looking at what you're capable of right now. What have you done? And I think that gap in between, then you have to kind of figure out, well, if we're doing 3.2 now and I want to do 5 million, how do I get that 1.8 in the middle to get to that 5 million? And then that kind of backtracks into, well, how like financially, right? So dollar per hour, doctor's dollar per hour. How many chairs do we have? What's our dollar per chair?   per day, what's our daily goals, of figuring that out. And then time-lining, I know that's, you know, I did a ton of time-lining for a practice that just grew like crazy. And I was like, okay, by this point, you're gonna need this many people. But knowing that gap in between to be able to set some parameters to really see how far you can go. ⁓ And I guess maybe action items for today would be.   Go look at your mission, your vision, your core values, make sure that you're in alignment still. Those change, you guys, they change constantly. What you wanted 10 years ago is probably very different than what you want today, and that's okay. You don't have to stick with the business plan you set out with when you first started. I think, Dana, you're 100 % spot on. Go look at that mission, that vision, make sure that it is in alignment, and then figure out where do you want to go, and then what does that mean? And if you need help with that, hello at the TheDentalATeam.com., we're always here for you, you know that.   But really figuring out what that means and then looking for that gap so that you can project and look to see. There's a lot of prep work that we didn't talk about today that goes into adding associates. So I would hate to blindly walk into anything and just tell people that an associate is a great idea. I don't think that it's a horrible idea whatsoever, but you have to be prepared and there's a lot that goes into that. just build out your plans. If it's something that you look at and gosh, maybe it's 500,000.   You want to make an additional million next year. Look at the hours in your schedule. Are you capable of that? And maybe there's some scheduling tweaks that we can make. We have found in many, practices just implementing blocked scheduling increases $5,000 a day. We have seen crazy amounts of money come into the production just by fixing the scheduling. And I think I've ventured to say that this practice had to do some of that as well.   and really, really maneuvering what those schedules might look like. this is great, Dana. Thank you so much for all the work that you do with all of the clients that you see, the work you do with our consulting team, and you're constantly finding new avenues and helping us to expand our entire team. So thank you for that. Thank you for sharing this today and just sharing all your love with everybody, Dana. I appreciate you.   Dana (21:11) Anytime, thanks for having me.   The Dental A Team (21:12) Of course, of course. All right, guys, go do the things. Mission, vision, core values, peel back those layers, really look for those gaps. And then I would say look at your open hours. I found a ton of money just sitting there, like, could have been, could have been gotten for so many years for so many doctors that was just open hours and mismanagement of schedules. So double check those things. Drop us a review, you guys. We love those five stars. We love to hear what you loved. We love to hear ideas that you have.   You know I always say people really do read those so go do it. And Hello@TheDentalATeam.com we are always here to help you and if you want to sign up for a free practice assessment it's on our website TheDentalATeam.com. You guys we will help you figure out what your next best growth movement is whether it's with us or without us we don't care we just want to give you the tools. So thank you all and I hope you have a great day.

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This week on Classy & Sassy, Erica Regina dives back in after two weeks of back-to-back cruises on Carnival and Royal Caribbean - the fun, the personalities, and the reality of being an introvert in an extrovert world. She shares what travel taught her about energy, health, and catching up on business after time away.From there, Erica unpacks the myth of balance and why chasing 'having it all' just creates stress, pulling back the curtain on what it's really like to build a platform while building a life. Plus, a candid conversation on independence: when it empowers you, and when it can quietly work against your relationships.✨ Takeaway: Balance isn't the goal - alignment is.Send us a text

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In this episode of the Lolita Loca Cruise Podcast, host Tony interviews Emma Le Teace, a prominent cruise content creator and entrepreneur. They discuss Emma's experiences with solo cruising, the best cruise lines for solo travelers, and the social dynamics of cruising. Emma shares her charitable efforts with Captain Hudson, a plush toy that raises money for Mercy Ships, and reflects on the increasing interest in cruising among younger generations. The conversation also touches on Emma's recent trip to Alaska, her business ventures in the cruise industry, and practical tips for packing and enjoying a cruise.  

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In this episode of The Career Flipper, host Jenny Dempsey sits down with sisters Wendy and Elizabeth Pochop of Baltimore, Maryland, co-founders of Untethered Voyages, a side hustle turned passion project that creates cruise-based retreats for leaders, communities, and organizations.We connected through Support Driven, a global community for customer support professionals, and what started as a conversation about side hustles turned into an inspiring look at building something new from burnout, curiosity, and passion for travel.What You'll Hear in This Episode:How Wendy's burnout in customer success led to a sabbatical, curiosity, and eventually a pivot toward travel and hospitality.The family cruise that sparked the idea for Untethered Voyages and how it evolved from “workations at sea” into curated community-building retreats.The unique way Wendy and Elizabeth balance their strengths, vision and execution, while building a business together as sisters, roommates, and travel buddies.Why structure, accountability, and small sacrifices are key to making side hustles work alongside full-time jobs.Practical advice for anyone feeling stuck in their career: start small, find joy outside of work, and solve a problem you've already faced for others.Their big vision: living and working full-time from cruise ships while helping groups create unforgettable experiences. Connect with Untethered VoyagesJoin their Alaska adventure next summer www.untetheredvoyages.com/alaska.BONUS: They will waive the planning fee for Career Flipper Podcast listeners, if you go on the trip, use code "Career Flipper"!Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/untetheredvoyagesvacations/Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/untethered-voyagesBook your own group retreat at sea: untetheredvoyages.com Thanks for tuning in to The Career Flipper!If this episode made you think, laugh, or feel a little braver about your own flip, do me a favor:

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It's been an action-packed set of quarterfinals in New York City, with the semifinal line-ups (nearly) now confirmed. In a Wimbledon final repeat, Amanda Anisimova was able to exact revenge on Iga Swiatek (and that double bagel defeat) to make her first US Open semifinal, whilst Felix Auger-Aliassime extended his sparkling run by outlasting Alex De Minaur — who once again fell short of his maiden Grand Slam semifinal. Will he ever get there?We also dive into Novak Djokovic's gritty, guns-out win over Taylor Fritz and ask whether the Serbian can finally make another major final and build on his Australian Open victory against Carlos Alcaraz as the Spaniard marched into the semis without dropping a set, looking as ruthless as ever. Jessica Pegula also brought Barbora Krejcikova back down to earth after her dramatic win over Taylor Townsend, booking a semifinal showdown with World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka, who advanced via walkover following Marketa Vondrousova's withdrawal. Can Pegula keep up the curse of Americans and stop Sabalenka from reaching yet another Grand Slam final?SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cruises have always had a reputation that swings from dreamy to disastrous.For some, it's the ultimate vacation: unlimited food, sparkling blue water, and a floating city that takes you from one tropical port to the next.For others, cruises are associated with headlines like the infamous “Poop Cruise,” which recently appeared on Netflix, or haunting stories like the disappearance of Amy Bradley.With such extreme narratives, it can be hard to know what to believe. The truth about cruise culture lies somewhere in between.We dive into the truth about cruise culture.

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On today's Disney Podcast, we are going over the release of the new itineraries for Disney Cruise Line that are available for booking beginning next week – late 2026 through Spring 2027. We follow that up with all of the offerings for Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival that are coming next week! It's hard […] The post New Disney Cruises and Epcot Food & Wine appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions. When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Dr. Jenn: Connecting ideas.Captain Hugo: Pragmatic observation.Restoring ocean ecosystems while offering unforgettable polar expeditions may sound ambitious, but that's the mission of Positive Polar LLC, led by Dr. Jenn Bonilla and Captain Hugo Hinrichsen. The company is pioneering a new approach to ocean restoration by integrating cutting-edge science into its expedition cruises.Jenn explained, “Our passengers will not only enjoy incredible experiences in pristine polar environments but also witness and even participate in real-time scientific experiments aimed at restoring the ocean's natural balance.” Positive Polar's vision includes biomimicking the ecological role of whales, whose populations have been drastically reduced over the past century. This innovative approach seeks to restore biodiversity and sequester carbon naturally, addressing both environmental and climate challenges.The concept is as unique as it is compelling. While many expedition cruises offer educational activities, Positive Polar makes science central to the experience. Jenn highlighted this distinction, saying, “What we're doing is actually advancing a very specific set of validated—or to be validated—science about ocean restoration.” Guests aboard Positive Polar's ship will witness experiments in ocean restoration, such as using whale biomimicry to grow phytoplankton, which supports marine life and captures carbon.Captain Hugo emphasized the environmental impact of their operations, explaining that the company goes beyond sustainability. “As our ship sails, we'll generate life in our wake by spreading nutrients that restore ocean biodiversity and sequester carbon,” he said. Positive Polar also plans to use carbon-neutral fuels like hydrogen-derived alternatives to minimize emissions.The company is currently raising capital via a regulated crowdfunding campaign on WeFunder. Investors not only gain the opportunity to support ocean restoration but also receive benefits like discounted cruise experiences. As Hugo put it, “Finally, our investors will feel the ship and spread our message. It's a perfect fit.”Positive Polar's model combines a sustainable business approach with science-driven innovation to create both environmental impact and financial returns. With just a small share of the growing expedition cruise market, Positive Polar aims to fund research, restore oceans, and deliver exceptional experiences.By supporting Positive Polar, investors and passengers alike can play a vital role in restoring the oceans to their pre-industrial health.tl;dr:Positive Polar combines expedition cruises with science to restore ocean biodiversity and combat climate change.Jenn and Hugo discussed their innovative whale biomimicry reactor, which transforms waste into ocean-restoring nutrients.The company's use of carbon-neutral fuels and nutrient-spreading ensures minimal environmental impact while sailing.Positive Polar is raising funds through WeFunder, offering both environmental and financial returns for investors.Jenn and Hugo's superpowers—connecting ideas and pragmatic observation—drive the company's mission and innovation.How to Develop Connecting Ideas and Pragmatic Observation As a SuperpowerJenn described her superpower as the ability to connect seemingly unrelated ideas, technologies, and disciplines. She explained, “There should be a way for us to treat waste so it looks like whale poop before it's dumped in the ocean. If it did, it would grow phytoplankton.” This innovative thinking drives Positive Polar's whale biomimicry reactor, a project that transforms waste into ocean-restoring nutrients.Hugo's superpower, on the other hand, is pragmatic observation. He shared how his experiences in Patagonia and Antarctica shaped his perspective. “I saw how the lagoons no longer froze and realized I had to do something,” he said. Hugo's sharp observations led to the creation of Positive Polar, combining tourism with ocean-saving science.Illustrative Story:Jenn's ability to connect ideas is exemplified by her vision for the whale biomimicry reactor. Drawing on her biotech background, she recognized that shipboard waste could be treated to mimic the ecological role of whale feces. This innovation transforms waste into nutrients that grow phytoplankton, restoring marine ecosystems and sequestering carbon.Hugo's story of growing up in Patagonia illustrates his pragmatic observation. When he returned to show his children the winters of his childhood, he found the lagoons no longer froze. This marked a turning point for him, inspiring his mission to restore the oceans through science-backed tourism.Tips for Developing the Superpowers:For Connecting Ideas (Jenn's Superpower):Explore intersections between unrelated fields or disciplines.Leverage your expertise to creatively solve problems in new domains.Collaborate with experts from diverse backgrounds to gain fresh perspectives.For Pragmatic Observation (Hugo's Superpower):Pay close attention to changes in your environment and their implications.Use experiences to identify practical solutions to larger problems.Focus on actionable insights rather than abstract concerns.By following Jenn's example of connecting ideas and Hugo's pragmatic approach to observation, you can develop these skills. With practice and effort, you could turn these into superpowers that enable you to drive meaningful change and do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileJenn Bonilla (she/her):President, Positive Polar LLCAbout Positive Polar LLC: Positive Polar is the first expedition cruise company dedicated to funding groundbreaking research and solutions to heal our environment. Their mission is a beacon of hope: to restore ocean wildlife and ecosystems by harnessing nature's own genius, like the “whale pump,” while igniting a global wave of ambassadorship for environmental restoration.Website: positivepolar.comX/Twitter Handle: @positivepolarxCompany Facebook Page: facebook.com/positivepolarexBiographical Information: Jenn is one of the visionary founders of Positive Polar, the first science expedition cruise company dedicated to funding groundbreaking research and solutions to heal our environment.Their mission is a beacon of hope: to restore ocean wildlife and ecosystems by harnessing nature's own genius, like the “whale pump,” while igniting a global wave of ambassadorship for environmental restoration.Dr. Jenn is a research Psychologist and experienced biotechnology professional who has led the investment, development and commercialization of multiple biotechnology products. She is also a passionate expedition cruiser and whale lover who is committed to applying her extensive expertise to making a positive difference for ocean wildlife and the environment.She lives currently in Tampa and as President of Positive Polar expects to spend most of her time aboard the Polar Angel once sailing, leading the scientific programming in consultation with world-leading experts and building advocacy for whales, oceans, and environmental restoration.Hugo Hinrichsen (he/him):CEO, Positive Polar LLCAbout Positive Polar LLC: Positive Polar is the first expedition cruise company dedicated to funding groundbreaking research and solutions to heal our environment. Their mission is a beacon of hope: to restore ocean wildlife and ecosystems by harnessing nature's own genius, like the “whale pump,” while igniting a global wave of ambassadorship for environmental restoration.Website: positivepolar.comX/Twitter Handle: @positivepolarxCompany Facebook Page: facebook.com/positivepolarexOther URL: wefunder.com/positivepolarBiographical Information: Captain Hugo Hinrichsen is a visionary leader and Climate Restoration Ambassador to the cruise industry, dedicated to healing our oceans and restoring balance to the planet. As one of the founders of Positive Polar, the world's first science expedition cruise company focused on funding groundbreaking environmental research, Hugo is pioneering a mission to restore marine wildlife and ecosystems by working with nature's own solutions, such as the “whale pump.” His efforts are not only scientific but deeply personal. Descended from Danish whalers, Hugo is determined to transform that legacy into one of redemption, championing whales as keystone species for planetary health. Having lived in Patagonia, he has witnessed firsthand the devastating changes in climate—disappearing ice, snow replaced by rain, and the loss of the winters he once cherished with his children—fueling his drive to spark a global wave of environmental stewardship.With a distinguished career as a Reserve Frigate Captain, naval engineer, polar helicopter pilot, and expedition leader, Hugo has commanded naval and air-sea operations, led rescue missions, and supported scientists in some of the harshest environments on Earth. Beyond his extensive maritime and aviation expertise, he holds a Master's degree in Strategic Development and Business Administration, embodying both leadership and entrepreneurial vision. Splitting his time between Concón, Chile, where he raises his five children, and the United States, where he is building Positive Polar, Hugo is preparing to guide the company into its next chapter. As CEO, he will spend much of his time at sea, directing polar expeditions that combine exploration, science, and advocacy—rallying global awareness for whale restoration, healthy oceans, and a brighter environmental future.Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/hugo-hinrichsenInstagram Handle: @positivepolarxSupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, Rancho Affordable Housing (Proactive), and Dopple. 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Dreaming of sailing with Disney? This week we're diving into everything you need to know about Disney Cruise Line's themed cruises! From spooky fun on the Halloween on the High Seas sailings

Brim, Kim and Mr. Greer are back at it again. Apart from all the usual shenanigans, the gang chats about everything pop culture with all the trimmings and is joined by comedian Joyelle Nicole Johnson to discuss her career, Women's Rights, and her appearance on Celebrity Family Feud. The crew also chats about WWE making their way to Disney owned ESPN,Cruises again, and how Brim refuses to go on one again. The cast talks about the hilarious use of Trump on South Park, why people think the play was genius, and what Joe Rogan thought about it. The crew also discusses changes at Disney, as well as an impromptu talk about the Country Bear Jamboree. The cast chats about the Library of Congress deleting parts of the Constitution and when caught - blamed a system glitch, more on Epstein files and how everyone involved on either side of the tracks should be punished. They discuss the Marvel Cinematic Universe's new Spiderman movie, anticipation of Venom, and a tidbit of info about why Robert Downey, Jr. wore sunglasses in the films. The crew chats about entertainment news, opinions and other cool stuff and things. Enjoy.Wherever you listen to podcasts & www.thegrindhouseradio.comhttps://linktr.ee/thegrindhouseradioThe Grindhouse RadioFB: @thegrindhouseradioTW: @therealghradioInstagram: @thegrindhouseradio

Send us a textIn the last couple of years, we have started checking off some bucket list cruises. Given that they are bucket list destinations, vessels, or both it is of little surprise that several of those bucket list check offs made it on to this list. And as we have a number of bucket list cruises in front of us, i suspect this list will evolve over time. Like later this year, our next cruise is a bucket list trip to the Panama Canal on Holland America Lines flagship, Rotterdam, and if what I have researched turns out to be the case I suspect it will crack our top ten. This is an absolutely subjective list, not just that it is our opinion only, but offered from the perspective of non-professional reviewers. We don't have a YouTube channel, so we don't go over ships anywhere near as comprehensively as many of those content creators. We just thought it would be fun to do. Exactly half of the top ten were before The Joy of Cruising Podcast was created, and the other half have been since the podcast, and thus we have done a reflections podcast for each of the five on the list that we have done since the podcast started two and-a-half years ago. So, you could check them out if you missed them.Paul's article about the AmaWaterways AmaKristina Soulful Experience cruise at Quirky Cruise https://quirkycruise.com/amawaterways-soulful-experience-cruise/ 1.     AmaWaterways, AmaKristina by Friends of Festival At Sea2.     Fire & Ice, Hawaii to Alaska to Vancouver on Norwegian Spirit 3.     Celebrity Beyond Mediterranean 4.     Soul Train Cruise on Holland America Line Nieuw Amsterdam5.     The Smooth Jazz Cruise on Celebrity Millenium6.     Explora Journeys, Explora I7.     Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady Transatlantic Cruise8.     Festival At Sea On Celebrity Equinox9.     Carnival Mardi Gras10.   Royal Caribbean Symphony of The Seas Do you have a dream car?Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

Today, we're exploring the art of effortless travel with Audrey Kohout, Co-CEO of Luggage Forward. If you've ever wished for a smoother, stress-free journey, you're going to love this one. Audrey and I discuss everything from packing mistakes and hacks to the rise of seamless travel experiences. We chat on how the definition of luxury travel has shifted, especially with millennials and Gen Z becoming the main travel buyers. Plus, we talk about why it's not just about where you go, but how you get there that shapes your trip.  Audrey also shares some fun, behind-the-scenes stories and insights about luggage shipping and why it just might be the hottest new trend in travel.  If you're ready to lighten your load, this episode is packed with tips and inspiration.   Looking to book a luxury hotel? Get special perks and support the podcast by booking here: https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/sarahgroen/travel/luxury-hotels If you want our expert guidance and help planning a luxury trip with experiences you can't find online, tell us more here and we'll reach out: https://bellandblytravel.com/book-a-trip/   Learn more at www.luxtravelinsider.com   Connect with me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn  

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A new wave of tariffs takes effect — what it means for global markets and American consumers. Also, United Airlines flights resume after the airline resolves a technology issue that caused ground stops at several major U.S. airports. Plus, Eli Lilly says it's one step closer to FDA approval for a first-of-its-kind oral weight loss medication. And, what to do about cruise fare hikes and where to find the best deals on sea travel.

Welcome back to another episode of Weird & Proud!  This week we discuss:Man catfishes 1700 MenWhat Happened to Chuck E Cheese?Disaster Cruise in 2019 w/ Viking Sky CruisesJames Science Corner: Alien Ship headed to Earth in October& of course weird secrets including:Service men wondersBorn with no butthole3 tampons & more!Make sure you're following us on Instagram @weirdandproudpod and leave us your own weird secret at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠speakpipe.com/weirdandproudpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - we love you weirdos!

Airheads this week the fellers are all over the place as Trae's recounting of a couple of recent interactions with strangers sparks a stream of consciousness from Cho that carries them thru an action-packed, highly varied episode (and by “action” we mean “silly stuff”). Enjoy  CoreyRyanForrester.com for Tix To see Corey In Lexington and Charlottesville! TraeCrowder.com for tix to see Trae Everywhere! WeLoveCorey.com For Bonus Stuff!  As always, get your first month of BlueChew FREE Just use promo code POA at checkout and pay five bucks for shipping. That's it. Join BlueChew's mission to upgrade humanity one thrust at a time. Head to BlueChew.com for details and safety info. And big thanks to BlueChew for sponsoring the podcast.   For a limited time, our listeners get 10% off at Ridge by using code POA at checkout. Just head to Ridge.com and use code POA and you're all set. After you purchase, they will ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them our show sent you. To get started hit up MyBookie.ag, use promo code POA and cash in with a bonus on your first deposit. Drop in $100, get $50 added free. Go bigger, and MyBookie throws in even more. Keep your swampiest body parts fresh and cool. For a limited time, our listeners get 10% off their first bidet order when you use code POA at checkout. That's 10% off your first bidet order at HelloTUSHY.com with promo code POA.

Today our pal Eddie Kaufholz and I keep talking about our summer, Eddie's new tattoo, and what it's like to go on a cruise. We also need to know the perfect time of a day for soft serve ice cream. I would love to know your answer. . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/soundsfun.  Helix Sleep: Go to helixsleep.com/thatsoundsfun for 20% off sitewide. Make sure you enter our show name after checkout so they know we sent you! NIV Application Bible: Save an additional 10% on any NIV Application Bible and NIV Application Commentary Resources by visiting faithgateway.com/NIVAB and use promo code THATSOUNDSFUN. Thrive Market: Head over to ThriveMarket.com/THATSOUNDSFUN to get 30% off your first order and a FREE $60 gift. If you'd like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. #thatsoundsfunpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We finally discuss the Coldplay cheating scandal and why we'll never go on a cruise.watch our youtube seriessign up for our newsletter get merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Earnhardt and Dale Earnhardt Jr. are back for another episode of Bless Your ‘Hardt. Dale and Amy are still at the beach, and they have plenty of stories to share. First, Dale has been trying to get a handle on the house's wasp problem, and Amy has even stepped in to see if she can't corral them. Second, the kids have a new bounce house to play with, and it's so much better than the old one; Dale and Amy have tried it out! Lastly, Dale and Amy preview Dale's final broadcast of the year and look ahead to what the rest of the summer has in store for them. Plus, we play a game called “Who Tweeted That?” and we have a hilarious #AskAmy.

On today's episode, the guys are back in the studio after a break!! They cover everything in their personal lives and the news, including Big T's engagement (and bachelor party planning), the surgery Arian was supposed to get, the FBI's review of the Epstein ‘client list,' updates on the Diddy trial, AI music and much more. Enjoy! (00:02:23) Big T is getting married (00:09:37) Teed off (hotels) (00:14:27) Cruises (00:16:12) Arian's surgery (00:26:59) Epstein Files (00:42:10) Diddy trial (00:52:27) Seed to Table (Naples, Florida) (01:04:07) AI Music (01:27:56) VoicemailsYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/macrodosing