Podcasts about Cultivation

A practitioner in Taiwan cultivates through many challenges as he seeks to balance his professional goals and his cultivation. Though he was rapidly advancing in his career and had the opportunity to receive a large bonus, he decided to submit his resignation and take a position in a Dafa project. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. [Fahui] The Twists and Turns of Changing Jobs2. Eliminating Fear3. Gaining a Clear Understanding of Jealousy4. There Are No Trivial Matters in Cultivation To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

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This is part two of comprehensive two-part sharing from the 22nd China Fahui on Minghui.org. A woman from Shandong Province began cultivating in Dafa in 1998 and has dedicated her life to adhering to the principles of Falun Dafa, becoming an example at her workplace, in her family, and in her community; helping many to understand the goodness of Dafa, and truth about the CCP and the persecution. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. China Fahui | Clarifying the Truth with Compassion (Part 2)2. China Fahui | The Importance of Clearly Understanding Fa-Rectification CultivationTo provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

This is part one of comprehensive two-part sharing from the 22nd China Fahui on Minghui.org. A woman from Shandong Province began cultivating in Dafa in 1998 and has dedicated her life to adhering to the principles of Falun Dafa, becoming an example at her workplace, in her family, and in her community; helping many to understand the goodness of Dafa, and truth about the CCP and the persecution. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. China Fahui | Clarifying the Truth With Compassion (Part 1)2. China Fahui | Coordinating With Other Practitioners to Tell People About the Persecution To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

A Chinese practitioner living in Japan had heard of Falun Dafa but wasn't interested due to the negative propaganda from the Chinese Communist Party. She later came to see through the CCP's lies, and began to cultivate in Dafa. Here she shares the miracles she has experienced, including improved health, having a healthy child despite being told she wouldn't be able to, and how she has helped her co-workers and community to better understand the truth of Falun Dafa. This and other experience-sharing on the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. [Fahui] Validating Falun Dafa Through Solid Cultivation2. Master Was by My Side During My Ordeal3. Insights From Memorizing “The Closer to the End, the More Diligent You Should Be” To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

During this episode, I plan to discuss the latest in cannabis policy news. I also plan to roll out a fresh new look for the show. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2025/12/11/e240/

From the 22nd China Fahui on Minghui.org, this is part one of two of a practitioner's experience using the Law to clarify the truth. A practitioner in Hebei Province took law courses while at university, though he never became a lawyer he obtained a solid understanding of law practice, and has many times used this knowledge to thoroughly counteract the persecution with his employers, officials, and even while being held in detention. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. China Fahui | Using the Law to Oppose the Persecution (Part 1)2. China Fahui | Helping My Coworkers Quit the CCP While Working in a State-Run Enterprise3. China Fahui | A Senior in High School Cultivates Dafa and Elevates Her Xinxing To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

The cranberries we typically eat are native to North America, though they are also grown in other places. How did they become a standard part of the holiday table? Research: Albanese, Ellen. “A brief history of the cranberry—Cape Cod’s most important fruit.” Cape Cod Life. 2016 Annual. https://capecodlife.com/a-brief-history-of-the-cranberry-cape-cods-most-important-fruit/ Banks, Sir Joseph, and Sir Joseph D. Hooker, ed. “Journal of the Right Hon., Sir Joseph Banks, BART., K.B., P.R.S., During Captain Cook’s First Voyage in M.S. Endeavour in 1768-71 To Terra Del Fuego [sic], Otahite, new Zealand, Australia, the Dutch East indies, Etc.” ” London. Macmillan and Co., LTD. 1896. https://library.dbca.wa.gov.au/FullTextFiles/926449.pdf Berman-Vaporis, Irene, et al. “The U.S. cranberry harvest explained in four charts.” National Geographic. Nov. 27, 2019. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/united-states-cranberry-harvest-explained-charts?loggedin=true&rnd=1764767841856 Blakemore, Erin. “A Brief History of Cranberries.” Smithsonian. Nov. 25, 2015. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/brief-history-cranberries-180957399/ Borunda, Alejandro. “Climate change is coming for New England's cranberries.” National geographic. Nov. 25, 2020. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/climate-change-affecting-massachusetts-cranberries Chen, Angus. “We Tried A Futuristic Cranberry. It Was Fresh And Naturally Sweet.” NPR. Nov. 24, 2015. https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2015/11/24/457247226/cranberry-you-could-eat-without-sugar “DDT - A Brief History and Status.” Environmental Protection Agency. https://www.epa.gov/ingredients-used-pesticide-products/ddt-brief-history-and-status Eastwood, B. “Complete Manual for the Cultivation of the Cranberry: With a Description of the Best Varieties.” A.O. Moore. 1859. https://archive.org/details/completemanualf00eastgoog/page/n4/mode/2up Henshaw, Tom. “Cranberry Industry Seen Hurt for Years by Weed Killer Scare.” Courir-Post. Nov. 26, 1959. https://www.newspapers.com/image-view/180597557/?match=1&terms=Marcus%20Urann “Historical Timeline of Cranberries.” Massachusetts Cranberries. https://www.cranberries.org/history Josselyn, John. “New-England's rarities discovered in birds, beasts, fishes, serpents, and plants of that country.” Boston. William Veazie. 1865. https://archive.org/details/newenglandsrarit00joss/page/n7/mode/2up “Marcus Urann Scholarship.” Bank of America. https://www.gnbvt.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Marcus-Urann-Scholarship-.pdf “M. Urann Rites Are Tomorrow.” The Standard-Times. April 5, 1963. https://www.newspapers.com/image-view/1260416770/?match=1&terms=Marcus%20Urann “Our History.” CoBank. https://www.cobank.com/corporate/history Readal, Maryann. “Cranberry – Herb for the Holidays.” The HerbSociety of America Blog. Nov. 7, 2022. https://herbsocietyblog.wordpress.com/tag/elizabeth-lee-ocean-spray/ Smith, K. Annabelle. “How Marcus Urann’s idea revolutionized the cranberry industry.” Smithsonian. Nov. 27, 2013. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/this-man-made-the-first-canned-cranberry-sauce-180947862/ Tennenbaum, David, and Lee Sensenbrenner. “Sprouting a new future for Wisconsin’s red and white.” University of Madison-Wisconsin News. Oct. 29, 2015. https://news.wisc.edu/sprouting-a-new-future-for-wisconsins-red-and-white/ Theobald, Mary Miley. “Bogged Down in Cranberries.” Colonial Williamsburg. https://research.colonialwilliamsburg.org/Foundation/journal/Holiday06/cran.cfm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

n this conversation with plant scientist and commercial cultivation strategist Dr. Matthew Indest, we explore the emerging frontier of seed-based cannabis production and what it would take for the industry to move beyond clonal propagation.We cover:The agronomic upside of seed-grown plants (disease resistance, vigor, adaptability, cost savings)The scientific and operational barriers preventing widespread seed adoptionHow genetic stability, inbreeding depression, and trait selection differ between cannabis and traditional cropsData-driven cultivation strategies for evaluating new seed linesWhether seed-based production can truly rival clonal systems for consistency and top-tier flower qualityWhat the next decade of cannabis breeding and cultivation might look likeAbout Dr. Indest:Matthew holds a Ph.D. in plant science and has spent more than a decade bridging academic research with applied cannabis production. He has led breeding and cultivation programs across indoor, greenhouse, and outdoor operations and focuses on developing high-performing cultivars and integrated, data-backed production systems. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

See how the pro's do it!Step inside a fully licensed Canadian cannabis facility as we tour the 514 grow operation — from seed to harvest.If you've ever wondered how legal cannabis is grown at a commercial scale, this behind-the-scenes walkthrough shows every step of the cultivation process: propagation, veg, flower rooms, nutrients, environmental controls, drying, curing, trimming, and quality testing.This video is perfect for anyone searching for:• cannabis grow facility tour• how cannabis is grown commercially• inside a licensed cannabis grow• commercial cannabis greenhouse walkthrough• legal cannabis Canada• seed-to-sale cannabis process• cannabis cultivation 101• indoor grow operation tour514 Cannabis (Great White North Growers / 514) is known for producing some of the most consistent flower in Canada — including their legendary Amnesia Haze. Join us as we walk the facility with the head growers, explore their methods, and learn what it takes to maintain top-tier quality in a legal, regulated environment.In this tour you'll see:

In this episode, Eric Jorgensen discusses the price of wanting and how desire shapes happiness, fulfillment, and who we become. He explores the power of useful beliefs, agency, and a growth mindset. Eric also delves into authenticity versus attachment, the role of judgment, managing desires, and the influence of environment on habits. Drawing on thinkers like Naval Ravikant and Elon Musk, discover practical strategies and philosophical insights for living intentionally, fostering optimism, and building a fulfilling, empowered life. Help us make the podcast better—share your input in a short survey:: oneyoufeed.net/survey. Thank You! Exciting News!!!Coming in March 2026, my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life is now available for pre-orders!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Key Takeaways: Personal growth and mindset development Cultivation of positive habits and beliefs The parable of two wolves representing internal good and bad qualities The concept of “useful beliefs” and their role in achieving desired outcomes The importance of agency and a growth mindset in personal development The impact of internal narratives on self-perception and motivation The balance between authenticity and attachment in relationships The development of judgment and its significance in decision-making The challenge of managing desires and their effect on happiness Strategies for creating an environment that supports positive habits and reduces temptations For full show notes,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠ Connect with the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheOneYouFeedPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoyed this conversation with Eric Jorgenson, check out these other episodes: Search Results for: luke burgis Are Your Desires Really Yours? How to Recognize and Reclaim What You Truly Want with Luke Burgis How to Find Zest in Life with Dr. John Kaag By purchasing products and/or services from our sponsors, you are helping to support The One You Feed, and we greatly appreciate it. Thank you! This episode is sponsored by: ⁠⁠Aura Frames⁠⁠: For a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting ⁠⁠AuraFrames.com /FEED ⁠⁠to get $35 off Aura's best-selling Carver Mat frames – named #1 by Wirecutter –  by using promo code FEED at checkout. This deal is exclusive to listeners, and frames sell out fast,  so order yours now to get it in time for the holidays! ⁠⁠Uncommon Goods ⁠⁠has something for everyone – you'll find thousands of new gift ideas that you won't find anywhere else, and you'll be supporting artists and small, independent businesses. To get 15% off your next gift, go to ⁠⁠UNCOMMONGOODS.com/FEED⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠: Post your job for free at ⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/oneyoufeed⁠⁠⁠. Terms and conditions apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. [Fahui] Walking My Own Cultivation Path2. Falun Dafa Guides Me to Be a Good Teacher To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

In this Cultivation Cast installment, we talk to two different growers who have first-hand experience with the AERO system from Alien Hydroponics. They bring two perspectives to the show: an experienced grower who uses the system at home and a commercial grower who upgraded a room from an RDWC-style system (Air Cube) to the AERO.Join us as we listen to their first impressions and talk through some of the lessons learned.

A Dafa practitioner in Heilongjiang Province shares his thoughts and observations of how young practitioners are doing in their cultivation in this critical time. Some have strayed from the rich cultivation environment they had when they were younger, others are demonstrating a deep understanding of the {{Fa}} and a commitment to the responsibilities of {{Fa}} rectification Dafa disciples. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. Young Dafa Practitioners — Cherish the Opportunity of Cultivation2. Introducing Falun Dafa on a Cruise3. I Finally Learned How to Cultivate and Eliminate My Attachments To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

A practitioner in Hebei Province continues her inspiring cultivation experiences in part two of this podcast. Though arrested and detained repeatedly she always maintained that her fate was in the hands of Master Li, not the Chinese Communist Party officials. Now at 73 years old she has clarified the truth to the police more than 30 times and continues to help others understand the true nature of Dafa and the persecution by CCP. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. China Fahui | Master Always Helps Me (Part 2)2. China Fahui | A Few Instances of Using Our Special Abilities While Clarifying the Facts3. China Fahui | My Amazing Changes After I Began Memorizing the Teachings To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

Here are the remarkable stories of Mr. Wang, who has been practicing Falun Dafa since 1997. He is now 75 years old and is energetic and healthy. Whenever he has been approached by the police for practicing Dafa, he treated them like guests who were there to hear the truth about Falun Dafa. His kindness and compassion has helped many to understand the truth, and has dissolved the instances when he might have been persecuted. This and other experience-sharing on the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. The Power of Compassion2. What Is the Right Mindset Regarding Other Practitioners' Attachments?3. Experiencing the Wonder of Studying the Fa With a Clean Mind4. 90-Year-Old: With Pure Faith in Master and Dafa, I am Healthy and Without Fear To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

A practitioner in Mainland China shares her experiences in catching up with Fa rectification activities after a long lapse in practicing Dafa. After overcoming her initial fears about talking to people face to face about Dafa and the persecution, her confidence grew, and she came to understand the importance of being grounded in the Fa in order to do well in her efforts. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. China Fahui | Cultivation Opportunities While Talking to People About Dafa Face to Face2. China Fahui | From a High Official to a Compassionate Practitioner3. China Fahui | Master Always Helps Me (Part 1) To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

A woman in Liaoning Province, China began practicing Falun Dafa in 2004, and endured many years of resistance from her husband and in-laws, who feared persecution from the Chinese Communist Party. Through her persistent devotion to practicing Dafa, her husband eventually came to understand the power and goodness of Dafa. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. [Fahui] Letting Go of Attachments and Taking Money Lightly2. [Fahui] Cultivating and Saving People Through Work and Promoting Professional Skills3. The Story of Xiaolin and Me To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

A woman living in Japan shares her experiences since obtaining the Fa in 1998; how her health improved, how she was saved in a violent stabbing incident, and how she traveled to China to help clarify the truth about Dafa in 1999 when the Chinese Communist Party began the persecution. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. [Fahui] Grateful for Master's Compassionate Salvation2. [Fahui] My Insights and Experiences Writing Cultivation Sharing Articles3. Overcoming a Sickness Tribulation by Elevating My Understanding of the Fa To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

A practitioner in Switzerland shares his recent cultivation experiences including learning to study the Fa in Chinese and memorizing the introductory section of Zhuan Falun, Lunyu. He also shares how his family life improved when he was able to lookin within and practice the principles of Dafa in his home, and how he recognized and overcame the attachment of jealousy while working on a project with his brother. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. [Fahui] Improving by Solidly Studying the Teachings2. [Fahui] Coordinating With Other Practitioners to Pass Legislation to Oppose the Persecution3. [Fahui] Becoming An Altruistic Person To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

A retired military officer in Taiwan shares his cultivation path as he works on Dafa projects; including realizing how his condescending manner lacked self reflection and compassion, and how his jealousy, resentments, and old notions can interfere with his project work. This and other experience-sharing on the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. [Fahui] Getting Rid of Attachments While Validating Dafa With Fellow Practitioners2. [Fahui] Learning How to Look Within in a Media Project3. Master Helped Me Let Go of My Attachment to Food To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

A practitioner in Heilongjiang Province was reluctant to join a Fa study group that works together to help those who are detained and persecuted. She then realized it was own fear of being of persecuted holding her back, she was then able to join the group and assist others in need of legal support. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. Cultivating Myself While Rescuing Detained Fellow Practitioners2. Overcoming the Idea That a Sharing Article Is Too Difficult to Write3. The Cultivation Experiences of a College Researcher To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

From losing his $25,000 life savings on his first startup investment to democratizing venture capital for everyday investors, Gerry Hays shares proven strategies for making early-stage investing accessible through VentureStaking while teaching founders outside traditional tech hubs how to raise capital and build sustainable businesses. In this episode of the DealQuest Podcast, host Corey Kupfer sits down with Gerry Hays, founder and CEO of Doriot and Senior Lecturer at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. Gerry has made 75+ startup investments, taught venture capital for 20 years, and built multiple companies from zero to exit, including HomeYeah.com and Charlie Biggs Food Company. His current mission focuses on expanding venture capital access beyond coastal hubs through innovative funding models. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: In this episode, you'll discover how to participate in early-stage startup investing with as little as $10 through the VentureStaking model, why the right to invest later in winning companies proves more valuable than over-investing today, and how collapsing startup costs are fundamentally changing capital requirements for founders. Gerry shares strategies for avoiding what he calls "the fool's tax" when making your first investments, the critical importance of backing founders over ideas, and why venture investing resembles poker more than roulette. You'll also learn about building venture ecosystems within universities where students and alumni can collaborate on funding and growth, navigating the decision between raising capital versus bootstrapping your business, and the difference between venture-appropriate businesses versus lifestyle companies. The conversation explores tokenization's potential to create an ownership economy, why cultivation mindset beats consumption thinking for long-term wealth building, and what freedom from scarcity truly means in both dealmaking and life. GERRY'S JOURNEY: Gerry's path into venture capital came through painful education. After leaving law practice after just six months, he made his first investment at age 27, putting his entire life savings of $25,000 into a hazardous waste processing technology. He knew the space intimately from running lobbying for Indiana's Department of Environmental Management. The technology made sense. The market opportunity was clear. But the founder couldn't execute, and Gerry lost everything. That lesson kept him away from startup investing for a decade. Instead, he became a founder himself, launching HomeYeah.com during the dot-com boom. He acquired a small Indianapolis company with 25 lawn signs and built it into the 11th largest real estate company in Indianapolis by transactions, growing from zero to $1.8 million in revenue in just 20 to 24 months. The company sold to Help-U-Sell Real Estate in 2003, but not before Gerry experienced the challenge of raising capital outside traditional tech hubs. After the HomeYeah.com exit, Indiana University invited him to teach a new venture capital course. He's been there since 2004, creating what he calls a bridge between academic theory and real-world startup practice. Meanwhile, he co-founded Charlie Biggs Food Company, scaling it from zero to $10 million in revenue with distribution in over 1,000 retail locations before exiting through a private equity deal. FIRST INVESTMENT LESSONS: That initial $25,000 loss taught Gerry what he calls "avoiding the fool's tax." The fundamental insight was simple but profound. When you invest, you're really investing in founders more than ideas. He was simply a bad picker of founders at that point. The technology expertise didn't matter. Market knowledge didn't matter. What mattered was identifying founders who could execute through inevitable obstacles and pivots. This lesson shaped everything that followed. Gerry wouldn't touch startup investing again for ten years after that loss. When he did return, his approach centered on cultivating relationships with founders over time, watching how they respond to challenges, and building diversified portfolios that acknowledge most investments will fail. VENTURESTAKING MODEL: The VentureStaking approach emerged from Gerry's years of teaching and investing. The model allows investors to participate with as little as $10 in early-stage founders. Instead of writing large checks for immediate equity, venture stakers provide small grants to founders just getting started. If those founders break out and raise a real equity round, the stakers get invited to invest at 10 times their initial stake. The math works elegantly. Out of 25 investments of $10 each totaling $250, you might only see three worth backing in a real round. But when winners emerge, you've earned the right to participate in meaningful equity rounds without the traditional barriers to entry. This democratizes access while maintaining sophisticated portfolio construction principles. Gerry likens venture investing to poker rather than roulette. You play many hands with small amounts. You fold most of them. But when you spot real winners, you bet heavy. This is cultivation versus consumption, a long-term wealth-building game that Warren Buffett exemplifies, having created 99% of his wealth after age 65. THE COLLAPSING COST OF STARTING: One of the most profound shifts Gerry identifies is how startup costs have collapsed. What required $5 million to build ten years ago can now be created in a day for $50 thanks to AI agents, no-code platforms, and cloud services. This changes everything about capital requirements and who can be a founder. This trend combines with tokenization to create what Gerry calls an ownership economy. Instead of owning a few stocks generating passive income, people could hold tokens in 150 companies, each generating small amounts of passive income without traditional barriers to entry. The infrastructure for this future is being built now through blockchain technology and regulatory evolution. UNIVERSITY VENTURE ECOSYSTEMS: Gerry's work brings the VentureStaking model to universities, creating ecosystems where students, alumni, and faculty can participate in funding and building the next generation of startups. Indiana University has 70,000 students and 800,000 alumni. Imagine creating an arena where students pitch ideas, alumni back them with small stakes, and the community participates in the upside when founders succeed. Shared information, shared risk, shared prosperity. This approach captures innovation traditional VCs miss entirely. Founders outside coastal hubs gain access to capital. Alumni gain access to investment opportunities typically reserved for accredited investors with six-figure minimums. Students learn by doing rather than just studying theory. The model scales to any university willing to build the infrastructure. KEY INSIGHTS: Geographic location shouldn't determine access to capital. Gerry experienced this firsthand with HomeYeah.com in Indianapolis. He wasn't in California. He didn't have the right connections. That challenge drives his current work at Doriot, focused on democratizing venture capital for founders and investors outside traditional hubs. The Sam Altman example illustrates how network effects compound. Altman invested $15,000 in Stripe in 2009, now worth $650 million. That wealth creates access to more deals. Those deals create more wealth. The rich get richer not because they're smarter but because they have access. VentureStaking aims to expand that access. Contracts matter, but people matter just as much. Gerry's experience shows that when something seems too easy, like tenants responding unusually quickly to lease documents without redlines for 10-15 year commitments, it raises red flags. You can have perfect legal documents but still face challenges if you're working with the wrong people. THE SHARK TANK STORY: Gerry shares his Shark Tank experience where his former student pitched a business and received a $250,000 offer from Mark Cuban for 35% equity. Gerry advised him that existing SAFEs would push him below 50% ownership. The founder turned down Cuban's offer. That "no" to Mark Cuban kicked off Season 4 of Shark Tank and generated publicity that proved more valuable than the deal itself. The company continued growing without the investment. CULTIVATION VERSUS CONSUMPTION: One of Gerry's most powerful insights addresses how society trains people for consumption rather than cultivation. We've made sports betting legal. Prediction markets are booming. We're training young people about fast-moving money and dopamine hits. But venture investing is a cultivation game. You're dropping seeds into the ground and watching what the universe brings back. He gave a student $5,000 who wanted to build something in the travel industry. The founder pivoted to AI and Shopify and just raised $8 million at a $55 million valuation. That $5,000 investment is now worth over $200,000. The bet wasn't on the idea. It was on a founder who wouldn't quit. That's something you discover by playing the game, getting yourself into wealth-building activities where you're patient, watching, and learning. FREEDOM FROM SCARCITY: When asked about freedom, Gerry's answer cut to something fundamental. Being free from a scarcity mindset is profoundly important. Everything around us reinforces scarcity. But when you let go of that and realize how abundant things really are, it changes how you see opportunities. You can afford to be patient. You can take calculated risks. You can help others succeed knowing there's enough to go around. This mindset applies to venture capital, to dealmaking, to entrepreneurship, and to life. When you operate from abundance rather than scarcity, you see opportunities differently. Capital formation is evolving. The question is whether that evolution will democratize opportunity or concentrate it further. Gerry's betting on democratization. Perfect for investors curious about venture capital but feeling locked out of traditional opportunities, founders outside coastal tech hubs seeking capital, university administrators exploring venture ecosystem development, and anyone interested in how capital formation is evolving to become more accessible while maintaining sophisticated portfolio construction principles. FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE: https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/gerryhays FOR MORE ON GERRY HAYS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerryhays/ https://doriot.com FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today! Episode Highlights with Timestamps [00:00] - Introduction to Gerry Hays and the VentureStaking model [02:15] - Growing up around real estate and finding it boring initially [04:30] - The $25,000 first investment loss and avoiding the fool's tax [07:45] - Launching HomeYeah.com during the dot-com boom and growing to $1.8 million [10:20] - Capital raising challenges outside traditional tech hubs [12:30] - Selling HomeYeah.com to Help-U-Sell Real Estate in 2003 [14:15] - Teaching venture capital at Indiana University since 2004 [16:45] - Building Charlie Biggs Food Company from zero to $10 million in revenue [19:30] - The VentureStaking model explained with $10 minimum investments [22:15] - Why venture investing is poker, not roulette [25:00] - The collapsing cost of starting companies from millions to dollars [27:30] - Tokenization and the ownership economy vision [30:45] - The $5,000 investment now worth $200,000 after founder pivoted to AI [33:20] - Sam Altman's $15,000 Stripe investment now worth $650 million [36:00] - Building venture ecosystems within universities [39:15] - The Shark Tank story where student turned down Mark Cuban [42:00] - Cultivation versus consumption mindset for wealth building [44:30] - Warren Buffett creating 99% of wealth after age 65 [46:45] - Freedom from scarcity mindset in dealmaking and life Guest Bio Gerry Hays is the founder and CEO of Doriot, a platform focused on democratizing venture capital by expanding access for entrepreneurs outside traditional coastal hubs. He is also a Senior Lecturer at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, where he has taught Venture Capital and Entrepreneurial Finance since 2004. Gerry began his career in politics and law before founding HomeYeah.com, an online real estate platform that grew from zero to $1.8 million in revenue in 20-24 months and became the 11th largest real estate company in Indianapolis by transactions. The company was acquired by the private equity firm behind Help-U-Sell Real Estate in 2003. He co-founded Charlie Biggs Food Company, growing it to over $10 million in annual revenue with distribution in over 1,000 retail locations before exiting through a private equity deal. He also co-founded Apparel Media Group, later acquired by Custom Ink. An active investor, Gerry has backed 75+ early-stage companies, several of which have raised over $20 million or achieved profitability. He has been investing in Bitcoin and Bitcoin Layer 2 infrastructure since 2013. Gerry is the author of The First-Time Founders Equity Bible and has led student venture immersion trips to Asia for over a decade. Host Bio Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker with more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Show Description Do you want your business to grow faster? The DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer reveals how successful entrepreneurs and business leaders use strategic deals to accelerate growth. From large mergers and acquisitions to capital raising, joint ventures, strategic alliances, real estate deals, and more, this show discusses the full spectrum of deal-driven growth strategies. Get the confidence to pursue deals that will help your company scale faster. Related Episodes Episode 350 - Tom Dillon on Fractional CFOs and Alternative Funding Sources: Learn how fractional CFO services help companies explore diverse funding options beyond traditional venture capital. Episode 351 - Solocast on Deal Structures Beyond M&A and Capital Raising: Explore joint ventures, strategic alliances, licensing agreements, and other creative partnership models that expand growth options. Episode 89 - Sherisse Hawkins on the Capital Raising Journey: Discover the practical realities of securing investment as a founder and navigating the funding landscape. Episode 85 - Nick Adams on Seed Stage Venture Capital Funds: Understand how traditional VCs evaluate early-stage deals and what metrics matter most to institutional investors. Episode 175 - Natasha Miller on Developing Strategic Partnerships: Master the concepts of shared risk, shared resources, and creative collaboration structures that bring communities together. Episode 185 - Maximilian Rast on How to Raise Capital for Your Company: Build the fundamentals of capital raising that apply across venture, real estate, and business growth strategies. Social Media Follow DealQuest Podcast:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/Website: https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Follow Gerry Hays: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerryhays/ Company: https://doriot.com Twitter: @gerryhays Keywords/Tags venture capital democratization, VentureStaking model, early stage investing, startup funding alternatives, university venture ecosystems, tokenization investing, accredited investor alternatives, cultivation mindset wealth building, venture capital accessibility, startup investment diversification, capital raising strategies, founder backing strategies, angel investing, entrepreneurship education, blockchain tokenization, ownership economy, portfolio diversification, founder selection strategies, dealmaking strategies

A woman in Liaoning Province, China began practicing Falun Dafa in 2004, and endured many years of resistance from her husband and in-laws, who feared persecution from the Chinese Communist Party. Through her persistent devotion to practicing Dafa, her husband eventually came to understand the power and goodness of Dafa. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. Falun Dafa Shows Me Direction in Life2. New Practitioner: How I Finally Became a Falun Dafa Practitioner and Began My Journey Home3. Grateful for Master's Great Compassion4. Some Realizations About Eliminating the Attachment to Jealousy To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

A practitioner in Taiwan shares how she improved in cultivation through memorizing the Fa, how she overcame a severe bout of illness karma by identifying attachments to resentment, and how she learned to use computers to help in truth clarifying activities. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. [Fahui] Cultivating Diligently to Repay Master for His Compassionate Salvation2. [Fahui] My Cultivation Journey3. Thoughts on Eliminating Modern Deviated Notions To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, "Practices and Perspectives II" (from the third chapter, "Cultivation and Fruition") on February 28, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives II (part 7) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, "Practices and Perspectives II" (from the third chapter, "Cultivation and Fruition") on February 18, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives II (part 1) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, "Practices and Perspectives II" (from the third chapter, "Cultivation and Fruition") on February 19, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives II (part 2) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, "Practices and Perspectives II" (from the third chapter, "Cultivation and Fruition") on February 22, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives II (part 3) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, "Practices and Perspectives II" (from the third chapter, "Cultivation and Fruition") on February 23, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives II (part 4) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, "Practices and Perspectives II" (from the third chapter, "Cultivation and Fruition") on February 24, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives II (part 5) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, "Practices and Perspectives II" (from the third chapter, "Cultivation and Fruition") on February 25, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives II (part 6) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

A practitioner in Australia shares how he has improved in cultivation through the trials and ordeals in his work as a chef. From the challenges of teaching unruly students, to enduring gossip of his colleagues, to a torrent of accusations from his boss; through all he has learned that the path forward is to always look within and outwardly display the principles of Falun Dafa. He has come to learn that “cultivation happens in the ordinary details of daily life – in conflicts and tribulations we can constantly elevate ourselves.” This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. [Fahui] Cultivating Amid Ordinary Work by Letting Go of Attachments to Fame, Gain, and Sentiment2. [Fahui] Changing My Mindset and Learning To Be Tolerant3. Regretting and Blaming Oneself Is Not Looking Within To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

A woman in Hebei Province has been practicing Dafa since 1997. At 76 years old, she enjoys good health. Here she shares the many tribulations that Dafa has helped her to come through, including her son having an extramarital affair, her daughter-in-law being diagnosed with tumors, and her husband also being diagnosed with many illnesses. Through these challenges she was able to demonstrate the principles of Falun Dafa, and be kind and helpful to her family. This and other experience-sharing on the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. Practicing Dafa Makes Me Kind and Tolerant2. Cultivating Amidst a Hiring Fiasco3. Obtaining a New Life After Resuming Cultivation4. Shifting My Mindset, I See Light at the End of the Tunnel To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, Practices and Perspectives I (from the third chapter, ‘Cultivation and Fruition') on February 16, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives I (part 7) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, Practices and Perspectives I (from the third chapter, ‘Cultivation and Fruition') on February 8, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives I (part 1) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, Practices and Perspectives I (from the third chapter, ‘Cultivation and Fruition') on February 9, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives I (part 2) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, Practices and Perspectives I (from the third chapter, ‘Cultivation and Fruition') on February 10, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives I (part 3) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, Practices and Perspectives I (from the third chapter, ‘Cultivation and Fruition') on February 11, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives I (part 4) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, Practices and Perspectives I (from the third chapter, ‘Cultivation and Fruition') on February 14, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives I (part 5) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, Practices and Perspectives I (from the third chapter, ‘Cultivation and Fruition') on February 15, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives I (part 6) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Pasanno read and commented on subchapter 13, Practices and Perspectives I (from the third chapter, ‘Cultivation and Fruition') on February 17, 2025, during the Winter Retreat at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Chapter 13 – Practices and Perspectives I (part 8) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

A practitioner in Japan shares lessons learned and progress made while working at a media project. Through some trial and error, he came to have a deeper understanding of the importance of setting aside human notions of how things should be done, and have true compassion for others. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. [Fahui] My Cultivation Journey While Working in the Media2. Believing in Master and the Fa Leads to a Smooth Road Ahead3. My Understanding Regarding the Ordeals Dafa Faces To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

Brooke and Tyler peel back the layers of the Cosmere's mystery man and discuss Hoid's contributions during Wind and Truth. We look at the small character moments, speculate on what it means to use multiple types of investiture, and wonder what the reality-bending final moments mean for Roshar's Wit. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/CosmereConversations) Original music by David Gruwier (https://twitter.com/DGruwier). "Radiant" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5CFAZUv4C0) by David Gruwier.

Experience-sharing from the Minghui website. Original Articles:1. I Came to This World for the Fa2. A 77-Year-Old Falun Dafa Practitioner's Story of Faith and Miracles3. Two Elderly Women Experience the Healing Power of Falun Dafa To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

A professor at a university in China is often in contact with many accomplished and elite scholars, but realized he had developed notions that interfered with helping them to understand the truth of Dafa and the true nature of the Chinese Communist Party. Through self reflection and digging out those notions, he was able to […]

  "Hope is something that we all have inherent in us..." – Salima Adelstein.   Salima Adelstein is an esteemed Sufi spiritual guide, healer, and teacher with over 35 years of experience in the Shad Ali path. Salima co-leads the University of Sufism, where she strives to help individuals connect with their inner truth through ancient wisdom and spiritual guidance. Her work focuses on enabling people to embody the profound truth of their beauty and essence, grounded in the principles of love and spirituality.   Episode Summary: In this episode of "There is Hope," host Jana Short welcomes Salima Adelstein, a Sufi spiritual guide, healer, and co-leader of the University of Sufism. The conversation unfolds with Salima sharing her inspiring childhood story, illustrating the power of spiritual resilience and love amidst life's adversities. Jana and Salima explore the significance of hope, truth, and love as the driving forces behind healing and spiritual growth. Throughout their engaging dialogue, they explore how shifting perspectives can catalyze personal transformation and contribute to a richer, more fulfilling life. Salima brings her deep expertise and passion for Sufi teachings, emphasizing the heart as the source of true spiritual wisdom. The discussion explores how to dismantle self-imposed barriers to love and self-worth, a particularly relevant topic as the holiday season approaches—a time when many face emotional challenges. Salima unveils strategies to attain inner truth and offers a free resource titled "The Five C's of Inner Truth." Listeners are invited to explore how love and inner peace serve as catalysts for personal and spiritual growth, ultimately leading to a life characterized by beauty, connection, and genuine happiness.   Key Takeaways: The Power of Love and Hope: Salima shares how her father's perseverance in the face of multiple sclerosis was fueled by love and hope, illustrating the profound impact of a positive mindset. Self-Love and Spirituality: Cultivating an authentic connection with oneself through Sufi teachings can dissolve barriers of self-doubt, promoting self-love and acceptance. Three voices of Wisdom: Insight into the ego, external influences, and the voice of God within, highlighting the journey to spiritual awareness and truth. Facing Emotional Challenges: Strategies to maintain inner peace and love, especially during emotionally taxing times like the holidays. The Transformative Power of Truth: Engaging in self-reflection and seeking inner truth can lead to personal and spiritual growth, ultimately facilitating a life filled with joy and fulfillment.   Resources: sufu.org @‌sufi_university https://www.facebook.com/SufiU www.linkedin.com/in/salima-adelstein-a8187111     Free Offer: The Five C's of Inner Truth Receive 5 free short Sufi wisdom videos re: Consciousness, Connection, Clarity, Cultivation, and Commitment to help you tune into your heart's deeper guidance and healing on a daily basis. https://sufi.net/5C   Get in touch with Jana and listen to more Podcasts: https://www.janashort.com/   Show Music 'Hold On' by Amy Gerhartz https://www.amygerhartz.com/music.   Get the Best Holistic Life Magazine Subscription! One of the fastest-growing independent magazines centered around holistic living. https://bestholisticlife.info/Subscription Grab your gift today: https://www.janashort.com/becoming-the-next-influencers-download-offer/ Connect with Jana Short: https://www.janashort.com/contact/

Before a young woman in China learned about Falun Dafa she had embezzled money at her work place, and struggled with serious illnesses. Upon learning Dafa her body was purified and made healthy, and she learned to demonstrate the principles of the Fa in her life and workplace, leading to a healthy and harmonious life. […]

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