Podcasts about curveballs

Sometimes the moments that challenge your identity the most end up reshaping your entire relationship with money. In this episode of Money Tales, Bobbie LaPorte shares what it looks like to navigate financial highs and lows with humility and resourcefulness. After years of corporate success, Bobbie found herself asking a very different question. What do you do when the path you expected disappears and you still need to move forward? Bobbie's story is candid and full of hard-earned perspective and thoughtful generosity. Bobbie is a leadership advisor, executive coach, Founder and CEO of Bobbie LaPorte & Associates, where she helps leaders navigate volatility, complexity, and constant change. She works with Fortune 500 companies, global organizations, and high growth start-ups to build confident leaders who can think and perform at their best when the ground is shifting. Bobbie brings rare credibility to the conversation, having served as a CEO, COO and CMO in multiple Fortune 50 companies, including IBM, GE, and UnitedHealthcare, as well as leading two healthcare technology start ups. Bobbie is the and author of When the Curveballs Keep Coming. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a Master's in Positive Leadership and Strategy from IE University in Madrid. Known for blending real world executive experience with science-based insight, Bobbie helps leaders strengthen personal agency, confidence and decision making under pressure. Her work spans keynote talks, leadership workshops, enterprise learning programs and one on one executive coaching. When she's not working with leaders, Bobbie is training for her seventh Ironman triathlon—often alongside her two Golden Retrievers on Bay Area trails. Here are three money conversations this episode will help you navigate: 1. How your relationship with money is shaped early and evolves over time. Growing up between abundance and scarcity, Bobbie learned to be self-sufficient and still carries that lens into how she saves, spends and supports others today. 2. What it really takes to get through financial uncertainty. Bobbie shares the reality of starting over, including the humbling decision to take any job available while building something new, and how that shaped her confidence and independence. 3. How to define “enough” when success keeps raising the bar. Through her work with high-earning clients, Bobbie brings a grounded lens on balancing ambition and wealth with the relationships, health, time and everyday experiences that often get pushed aside in the pursuit of more. Follow Money Tales on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube Music for more real stories that inspire thoughtful, intentional decisions about money.

Retirement rarely goes exactly according to plan—and this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast tackles the real-life financial curveballs that may affect the timeline. Join Wes Moss and special guest host Mallory Boggs for a fast-moving conversation on early retirement, market volatility, taxes, rollover IRAs, annuities, direct indexing, and diversification strategies. • Explore why many Americans retire earlier than expected and how health issues, caregiving responsibilities, and job loss may reshape retirement plans. • Learn how thoughtful retirement income planning, IRA rollover decisions, and mortgage strategies may help create more financial flexibility. • Compare the pros, cons, and tradeoffs of annuities, direct indexing, tax-loss harvesting, and alternative investment strategies beyond the traditional 60/40 portfolio. • Understand why unusually fast stock market recoveries have historically been less common, and why long-term investors often focus on perspective over prediction. • Examine practical planning considerations for high-income earners, looking at tax efficiency, portfolio diversification, and varying levels of investment risk. Listen and subscribe to the Retire Sooner Podcast for more conversations on retirement planning, investing, taxes, and navigating today's financial landscape with a clear, practical long-term perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you're navigating career pivots, family challenges, or major life changes, we hope this testimony encourages you to trust in the journey and lean into faith and community.3 Key Takeaways:— Unexpected setbacks can open new doors. The Phillips'  financial crisis led them to create a hospitality business that has become a source of blessing for their family and many guests.— Community matters. Daniela and her family were deeply supported by people they had never met, through prayer and staying with them, which helped sustain their business through hard times.— Faith anchors us through uncertainty. Even after a traumatic car accident and recovery, the Phillips saw God's goodness at every turn—even when the outcomes weren't what they expected.

What happens when the financial plan you created five years ago no longer matches the life you're living today? In this episode, John and Tommy explore why great financial planning is never static and how the best plans evolve alongside career changes, unexpected opportunities, market shifts, retirement decisions, and personal goals. Through real-life client stories, they break down how ongoing financial planning relationships help people confidently navigate uncertainty, major career transitions, and complex financial decisions.  Access the full show notes at Mason & Associates, LLC Resources Mentioned: Mason & Associates: LinkedIn  John Mason: LinkedIn Tommy Blackburn: LinkedIn 

Does your life hand you some curve balls? Never right?! Honestly, it happens all the time and some of us get emotionally exhausted, but others seems to be just fine. Why?It comes down to expectations. And that is in this week's Never Start Over Again episode.Sam Harris shared a story that genuinely changed the way I think about problems. He described sitting in a café overwhelmed by chaos, stress and setbacks when a friend asked him one simple question:“Did you actually think one day you would wake up and have no more problems?”It sounds almost stupidly simple but I sometimes tend to forget it.Because I think many of us quietly believe that problems are interruptions to life instead of understanding that they ARE life.Marcus Aurelius wrote about this nearly 2000 years ago while running an empire during wars, plagues and betrayals:“The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.”Last year I dislocated my shoulder during the CrossFit Open. For weeks and months I could not train normally. No jumping. No running. No heavy lifting.I had two options:wait until life became perfect again…or adapt and keep momentum alive.So I did what I could and I got back on the horse and trained the things I could train. And this month 25 straight days now, 50 push-ups every day means my shoulder is back in function. I still notice a change but I am getting back.That is the real lesson.The obstacle did not stop the momentum.It simply changed what momentum looked like for a while.Never Start Over Again is your weekly Monday reset — hosted by Rickard Long.

Crib Crawls and Curve Balls: Wesco's Jefferson Smith and Matt Lasnicki on Supply Chain Challenges From aging infrastructures to multi-company mergers, Wesco's Jefferson Smith and Matt Lasnicki  have helped their pulp and paper industry customers through a variety of supply chain challenges. As Smith shares in his Paper360° article, Operations Depend on Equipment Supply Chains, it's an area mills ignore at their peril: One delayed part can rack up millions of dollars in downtime losses. In this episode of Uptime, Jeff and Matt, along with co-hosts Mark Rushton and Jan Bottiglieri, discuss the current reality for supply chain management—and some strategies for dealing with a world that's increasingly disruptive. "It all compounds," says Lasnicki. " The cost to operate (mills and converting facilities) keeps going up and if they don't find ways to drive efficiency, it's going to be a much bigger challenge for them in the future." Stick around for the Uptime Lightning Round, when we ask Matt and Jeff about the most exciting things they see ahead for supply chain management in paper and packaging. Thanks for listening! Access additional articles and case studies about effective supply chain management through Wesco's Knowledge Hub.  Review Wesco's products and services for pulp and paper industry customers.  Access more resources through the TAPPI OnDemand platform: Paper360° Archives of searchable articles Search a variety of other industry topics, including Market Trends

Ravi Lulla from Hurrdat Sports joins the show to discuss potential expansion of the College Football Playoff and why growing the field even more could negatively impact the sport. Plus, Kurtis' Curveballs returns with “Sports Moments That Reveal Your Age” as listeners share the iconic plays, athletes, and memories that instantly show their generation. Follow The Drive on X, Instagram, and Facebook.

In this episode of Life's Undertaking, Brad Jones and Toronto Mike discuss life's curveball and the magic of springtime.

Carson Gourdie returns to break down the Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball offseason, why Andrej Stojaković is expected to return, and expectations for Illinois Fighting Illini football this season. Plus, Kurtis' Curveballs make their return with plenty of random sports thoughts and facts about smells.

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The Unbreakable You: Mastering Life's Curveballs. Ever feel like life just keeps throwing you pitches you weren't prepared to hit? You aren't alone. In this episode of Wyce Thoughts, I'm pulling up a chair by the virtual campfire to talk about the one skill that changes everything: Resilience.Resilience isn't just about "toughing it out" or ignoring the hard stuff—it's about building the internal muscle to recover, adapt, and grow stronger when things get chaotic. Today, we're cutting through the noise to discuss:The Pause Button: Why stepping away for five minutes can save you hours of unnecessary stress.Narrative Shifting: How to stop asking "Why is this happening to me?" and start asking "What is this trying to teach me?"The Power of Connection: Why you don't have to navigate the storm alone and how your community acts as your safety net.Whether you're hitting a professional roadblock or just dealing with the daily grind, this episode is your toolkit for staying grounded when the world gets loud.Grab your headphones, take a deep breath, and let's talk about how to become a little more unbreakable.Love the show? Don't forget to follow and leave a review! Your support helps us keep the fire burning.WebsiteFollow on X Follow on YoutubeFollow  Purple Pit Studios 

Intel surges, oil spikes, and investors are left asking - is this a turning point or a warning sign? Markets swing between optimism and uncertainty, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. From Intel’s blockbuster earnings and triple-digit momentum to Texas Instruments riding the AI wave, semiconductors are back in focus. Oil prices surge past US$100 amid Iran tensions, injecting fresh volatility into global equities and tempering risk appetite. In Singapore, Sheng Siong faces scrutiny over director pay while DBS, OCBC and UOB signal structural shifts with job cuts. Meanwhile, Amex shows resilient premium spending and iFast delivers strong profit growth, highlighting pockets of strength in financials.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Gary and Jamie as they talk about the reality of what happens when the drywall comes down and the "hidden secrets" of a home are finally revealed. They discuss the difference between elective design changes and necessary structural fixes, how to manage the dreaded "scope creep," and why a solid change order process is the best way to protect your budget and your sanity. Whether you're facing unexpected plumbing puzzles or just tempted by "while you're at it" upgrades, Gary and Jamie share expert advice on how to handle renovation curveballs like a pro.

On this episode, The Dan K Show and Ice Level team up to discuss two hot topics of the day. First, the news that Mercyhurst is eliminating their Men's D1 Hockey program leaves many to wonder which teams might be next. Second, The NAHL throws up a wall around its Tier 2 product, preventing players from non-sanctioned leagues from joining. What will the fallout be?

Baseball and softball are both a feat of physics, from the curve of a pitch to the swing of a bat. Today, we’re exploring the science of these popular pastimes. Join Molly and co-host Kian as they learn about curve balls and the stuff inside a ball. Plus, our listeners share their chants for Team Science! Oh, and what’s that noise? It’s a brand new mystery sound. Play ball! Want to support the show? Join Smarty Pass to listen to ad-free episodes or donate! Want to see Brains On live?!? We are probably coming to a city near you. For a complete list of shows and links to tickets head to our events page. More shows announced soon! April 11 - Walker Theater, Chattanooga, TN April 12 - Carolina Theater, Durham, NC April 25 - Marines Memorial, San Francisco, CA (2nd show added!) April 26 - Newmark Theater, Portland, OR May 30 - Electric City, Buffalo, NY May 31 - Royal Theatre, Toronto, ON (2nd show added!) Click here for an episode transcriptSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the fastest way out of anxiety, frustration, or heartbreak… isn't "fixing it" — but reframing it? In this month's short guided meditation, Moira walks you through her go-to mindset reset: the question that can retrain your brain in minutes and shift your emotional state from stuck to steady. This isn't toxic positivity. This is emotional strength. This is nervous system support. And it starts with one question I call the magic question — the one that applies to traffic to tragedy and everything in between: How is this a gift? Press play, bring one challenge to mind, and let this meditation soften the edges so you can see your life differently… without forcing it. And if you want real transformation? Listen to this meditation daily for the rest of the month. Repetition is where the rewiring happens. What you'll get from this meditation: A quick nervous-system reset to calm your body A guided reframe for something that feels hard right now The "magic question" that interrupts spiraling thoughts A shift from Why is this happening to me? to What is this shaping in me? A calmer, clearer way to move forward — even if nothing changes yet Next steps (do this right after you listen): Write down the challenge you brought into the meditation List 3 possible gifts (even if they're small or not fully clear yet) Choose 1 tiny action you'll take today from a grounded place Repeat this meditation all month long and watch what changes If this lands for you, share it with a friend and DM Moira what came up for you.   Join the Energy Institute Today: https://info.theenergyexam.com/the-energy-institute Subscribe To My Newsletter: https://moirakfitness.activehosted.com/f/28 Learn more about MAKE Wellness Peptides:  https://meet.makewellness.com/?referral=74249EEEC5 Learn more about becoming an Affiliate: https://themakeexperience.com/74249EEEC5 Follow Me On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moirakucaba/?hl=en Watch On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@moirakucaba5802  

Join host Terry Wyce around the virtual campfire as he explores the art of adapting to life's unexpected moments. In this episode, Terry discusses how to break the "control freak" mindset, shares practical coping strategies like logical problem-solving and deep breathing, and explains why your attitude is the ultimate tool for handling life's "double shots"—those moments where a perceived setback leads to a surprising win.WebsiteFollow on X Follow on YoutubeFollow  Purple Pit Studios on X

In today's episode, I'm doing something a little different. I'm sitting down with Jenna for a real, unfiltered coaching conversation about the money struggles so many women face but don't always talk about out loud.We talk about how to budget without feeling restricted, what to do when unexpected expenses hit, and why money stress is often about so much more than the numbers. This conversation gets into the real emotions behind spending, debt payoff, fear, freedom, family, and learning how to trust yourself with money.If you've ever felt like you know what to do with your money but still struggle to actually feel calm and confident doing it, this episode is for you.Jenna's podcast: How One Mom Paid off $42,000 of Debt in Just 12 Months!xoxo,RachelWhere to find me:Instagram: @heyrachelcoonsJoin me for my free training to cut your grocery bill by $600 every month: Register HERE

Finding himself both a dinner guest, again, with an audience that misunderstands his role as Messiah, and healer to a man with great need, Jesus continues to unveil his paradoxical kingdom. Tune in as Jesus throws one of his favorite pitches - the fastball of Sabbath healing, only to follow up with the curveball of yet another parable to the belief of some and the bewilderment of others.

Dave Wischnowsky breaks down what went wrong in Illinois' loss to the UCLA Bruins and what the team must clean up moving forward. He also previews a big matchup as the Illinois Fighting Illini get set to take on the Michigan Wolverines. We hit the latest Illini Headlines, including roster updates and key storylines to watch. Plus, Kurtis' Curveballs brings the fun with some off-the-wall sports and pop culture questions.

Carson Gourdie from Fox Illinois and WICS breaks down what went wrong in Illinois' loss to UCLA Bruins men's basketball, including late-game execution and defensive lapses. He also shares his biggest takeaways moving forward as the Illini look to regroup during the stretch run. Plus, we run through today's Illini Headlines with updates across basketball and baseball. Kurtis wraps things up with some beer-related Curveballs.

In Episode 17 of Q After Hours, Alpha Warrior and Josh Reid unpack the political and psychological fallout from the Supreme Court's recent tariff ruling and the media frenzy that followed. The hosts examine how judicial decisions are framed in real time, questioning whether headlines are designed to inform—or inflame. They discuss President Trump's response, alternative legal authorities, and what the ruling signals about executive power and institutional boundaries. The conversation expands into the broader information war, including how narratives are seeded, amplified, and weaponized across political factions. Alpha and Josh also revisit core Q themes around timing, optics, and strategic patience, emphasizing discernment over emotional reaction. They explore how trust is built—or eroded—when institutions, courts, and media outlets collide in high-stakes moments. Blending legal analysis with cultural commentary, Ep. 17 challenges listeners to separate signal from noise and to consider whether the real battlefield is not just policy, but perception itself.

After an unexpected break, Hector returns with an unfiltered, heartfelt episode that blends real-life challenges with all things football. In “Life's Curveballs and the MLS Kickoff,” Hector dives into why the podcast's schedule went off track, sharing powerful updates about family, personal milestones, and the loss of his grandfather. But it wouldn't be Insert Name FC without diving deep into the game: MLS Season Preview: Hector breaks down both Eastern and Western Conference storylines—analyzing key transfers, breakout teams, and potential MVP contenders. Find out which clubs are set to surprise, which stars to keep an eye on, and why Inter Miami and LAFC are the teams to beat this year. Champions League & European Drama: From Real Madrid's turbulent season to first-leg playoff upsets, Hector gives his honest takes on Europe's elite and what's next in the knockout rounds. AFCON Recap with Mo Football's Musa: The episode features a candid conversation with Musa, tackling AFCON's chaos, controversial refereeing, and unforgettable fan moments. The duo explores what went wrong in the final, the impact of ball boy drama, and what African nations need to fix before hosting the world in 2030. Players of the Week & Must-Watch Matches: Get caught up on standout performances across the globe and discover which games deserve your attention this weekend—MLS, Premier League, Liga MX, Bundesliga, and more. New Segment – “Give & Go” Card Game: Hector launches a fresh, interactive segment with football-themed prompts to kickstart debates and nostalgia for listeners. Plus, hear about the ongoing MLS jersey giveaway, shoutouts to Belly Up Sports, Goals TV, Mo Football, and other podcast friends, and why the heart of footy fans always beats strong despite life's curveballs. Whether you crave football insights, authentic stories, or just a dose of community vibes, “Life's Curveballs and the MLS Kickoff” is a perfect listen to start your season.   Jersey Giveaway:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScEFq_h_zzRsAjLsfvRy30lqPDsnFPXrjFcGN4_D0JNrupAeA/viewform Subscribe, join the conversation, and catch every episode to stay in the loop with Insert Name FC!

Brian Teague from Chicago State of Mind Sports previews the matchup between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the USC Trojans. He breaks down key storylines, players to watch, and what each team needs to do to come away with a win. We also get Brian's thoughts on Bret Bielema's new coaching staff and more. We also run through today's Illini Headlines, covering the latest news and notes from around Illinois athletics. Plus, why did Kurtis' Curveballs involve billions of hotdogs?

Doug Bucshon of Orange and Blue News joins the show to break down Illinois' win over Indiana Hoosiers and what it means moving forward. Doug also gives his insight on the latest Illinois Football coaching hires, including Tyrone Wheatley as Running Backs coach. We also hit Today's Illini Headlines with the latest news surrounding Illinois Fighting Illini athletics. Kurtis brings the fun with another edition of his Curveballs, featuring some wild and surprising stories from the Olympic Games. It's a packed show with analysis, updates, and a few laughs along the way.      

In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, host Butch Thierry delivers a wide-ranging look at winter fishing conditions along the northern Gulf Coast, touching on everything from offshore tuna runs to inshore redfish, sheepshead, and the ongoing struggle to pattern speckled trout. The show opens with a candid offshore report from Captain Brandon Collier, who details a long run on the Blackjack in pursuit of yellowfin tuna that turned into a battle with heavy boat pressure and overwhelming numbers of sharks. Although tuna were clearly present and feeding early, Collier explains how timing, crowding, and shark activity made landing a fish nearly impossible, forcing a pivot to bottom fishing on natural structure. That plan B paid off with lane snapper, porgies, and tilefish, along with a useful breakdown of how to identify productive bottom using electronics, zoom settings, and life marks before ever dropping bait. The conversation shifts inshore as Collier shares a bright spot in an otherwise tough winter, describing memorable sight-fishing trips for bull redfish and black drum along shallow flats and barrier island shorelines. Using clear water, sunshine, and elevation from kayaks, towers, or even drones, he explains how spotting dark shapes and schools is often more important than worrying about tide or temperature. He also breaks down finesse presentations with buoyant soft plastics that can be dead-sticked in shallow water, triggering bites even when anglers aren't actively working the lure. At the same time, he doesn't sugarcoat the current speckled trout bite, describing a frustrating pattern of short strikes, slaps, and non-committal fish that seem more reactive than hungry, often forcing anglers to rely on jerkbaits and treble-hook lures to convert bites. Later in the episode, Drew Giles checks in with a detailed sheepshead report, focusing on how persistent wind, low tides, and dirty water have pushed anglers to adapt. Giles explains why clean water remains the key ingredient, even if it means fishing outside the Delta or tucking in tight to protected structure near shore. He walks through subtle but important rigging adjustments, like switching from heavy jig heads to split shots and mosquito hooks to reduce hang-ups on oyster bottoms and submerged timber, while still keeping baits in the strike zone. The discussion highlights how current movement, even more than temperature, drives sheepshead feeding behavior, and why anglers should be willing to move frequently rather than grind unproductive spots. The episode wraps with Captain Shane Traylor offering a deep dive into how he's leaning on electronics to stay effective during one of the most confusing trout seasons in recent memory. Trailer explains how side scan and down imaging help him locate bait, structure, and tightly packed "football-shaped" fish marks before making a cast, especially when trout slide into deeper channels during prolonged cold snaps. He breaks down jig weights, fall rates, and bottom-oriented presentations that keep lures in front of lethargic fish, along with how he transitions from trout to redfish and sheepshead around docks, cut banks, and barnacle-covered pilings when trout refuse to cooperate. Altogether, the episode delivers an honest, boots-on-the-deck snapshot of winter fishing on the Gulf Coast, emphasizing adaptability, observation, and having a solid plan B when conditions or fish refuse to play along. SPONSORS Dixie Building Supply McCoy Outdoors CCA Alabama Ricciardone Dentistry KillerDock Foster Contracting Black Buffalo Stayput Anchor Slip Ski Solutions Coastal Connection Fiber Plastics Inc Hilton's Offshore Charts

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Lori Morton Biography As of this podcast, I'm 68 years old. I'm a daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt, and dog mom of two delightful Shih Tzus. My struggle with weight began in middle school. I grew up with the advent of fast food. When I was growing up, I tried to keep up with my brothers when it came to eating. Fast food, candy, and desserts were my downfall. After graduating from college, I accepted a position as a 5th-grade teacher. Teaching and careers in education are rewarding, but also stressful. There was always food in the teachers' lounge, or parents would send you treats. I responded to the stress of teaching by eating, and as a result,t my battle with weight grew over the years. I happily retired in 2015 from my last position as an elementary school principal. After retiring, I was determined to shed the weight I had gained over my 30 years in education. Losing close family members to Diabetes, Dementia, and Sarcoidosis has been the catalyst for my weight loss and fitness journey. My older brother, who had type 1 diabetes since the age of 13, died at the age of 52 from colon cancer. The death of my younger, seemingly fit and healthy 47-year-old sister was a wake-up call. Also, watching my mother slowly deteriorate from Alzheimer's disease added to my trauma. She died two years after my sister. To make sure I was there for my family and my sister's children in particular, I rejoined WW in 2016 and followed the program successfully for several years, but was frustrated that I couldn't get past a plateau that lasted about 1 ½ years. During that time ,I was yo-yoing up and down 10-15 pounds. From the beginning of the pandemic, in February 2020, to April 2021, I gained 35 pounds. That's when I decided to get back on track. After resetting, I lost only a few pounds before my weight plateaued again. I was worried that I had a problem with my metabolism. My frustration led me to research other ways to lose weight. I was of the opinion that if you do what you've always done, you will get what you've always gotten. While researching obesity and how to lose weight, I found information about intermittent fasting and Dr Jason Fung's book, The Obesity Code. Reading his book, I had many aha moments. Everything he described was my experience, so I decided to give IF a try, beginning in June 2021. I also searched for how to implement Intermittent Fasting to maximise my results. That's when I found and read Gin Stephen's book, Fast, Feast, Repeat. After that, I searched for fasting groups on Facebook and the Podcast app. That's when I found Graeme Currie's The Fasting Highway group, book, and podcast. I initially lost 59.5+ pounds (22.6 kg) through intermittent fasting. At the time, I thought I had mastered my struggles with obesity. My old nemesis, stress, reentered my life about three years ago with the unexpected death of my best friend, which was followed a few weeks later by the passing of my dog of 17 years. Once again, I used food to comfort myself. By far, 2025 was the most stressful year of my life. My dear 90-year-old father began exhibiting Dementia and was no longer able to live independently. My brother and I welcomed him into our homes on a rotating basis and were his primary caregivers. As a result, I regained almost all of the weight I lost. Caregiving was an honour and privilege, but it is one of the most stressful experiences one could face. Throughout these challenges, I kept resetting my fasting journey. Sometimes I was successful and sometimes not. I have learned a lot through my journey and am on the path to improving my health. Intermittent fasting works! I am of the mindset that I'm losing weight for the last time and will no longer comfort myself with food. To Join Our Patreon Community click here.www.patreon.com/thefastinghighwaywebsite-www.thefastinghighway.com

Trevor is out, but the show rolls on as Tom and Jenn take the helm for a wide-ranging cruise chat packed with news, debates, and classic Podcastaways chaos.This week, we dive into Carnival Sunshine's upcoming Africa itineraries, including historic first-ever ports like Morocco and Tanzania, plus a transatlantic sailing that has us seriously tempted. We also tackle one of cruising's most hotly debated topics: Should you always fly in the day before your cruise? (Spoiler: yes… but with nuance.)Along the way, we cover winter weather impacts, ships returning early, snow on the Lido deck, frozen Serenity waterfalls, and why Mother Nature always laughs at cruise plans. There's also talk of private islands, mega-ships vs. smaller ships, hand-washing truth bombs, casino etiquette, and why some cruise traditions just won't die.Cruise news, strong opinions, and plenty of laughs—just another day aboard the Podcastaways.

Our guy The Great Kyle Tausk is back with us! Kyle breaks down Keaton Wagler's historic performance against Purdue and the Illini win. Plus Illini Headlines, Curveballs, and plenty more!

 [This episode originally aired on April 4, 2023] Meditation practice doesn't happen in a vacuum; it happens in the context of our life, and our life situations can vary tremendously  •  in extreme situations it can be easy to lose our connection to practice  •  one extreme is when our situation is really cozy and going really well  •  the other extreme, which I would like to focus on here, is when our lives take a dramatic turn and we are faced with dire situations of pain and loss  •  the idea is to bring our practice to bear, no matter what the situation is  •  there's a saying that goes “whatever you meet, join with practice”  •  this does not mean laying on some kind of idea of practice as a band-aid to avoid the harshness of the situation; it means that our practice cannot be separated from the immediate experience, from each moment, no matter how painful or difficult that experience may be  •  mindfulness practice trains us in the ability to bring our minds back so we can face what's happening on the spot  •  the practice of cultivating loving kindness and compassion allows us to make a deeper connection with others through our own pain.

In this episode, Danika is joined by AnnMarie Lawrence to discuss life's adventures, curveballs and unforeseen events that tend to throw us off course. They dicuss how to keep to your constants, set your ground work, your ceiling versus floor expectations and the value of both. AnnMarie also shares her BIG (and super exciting) news along with how she is mentally and physically preparing herself during this exciting time.

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So much show, show little time.  ...Still uploading episodes from 2025 - this one was close at hand.  It starts with a look at distilleries like Jim Beam and others which are having a hard time coping with market movement, and how it's an analog to brewery behavior in years past (including outfits now and gone like Manzanita, Butcher's, Ballast Point, Breckenridge and more), and then overrules it all with the potential alien invasion loaded up on an "asteroid" named 3I/Atlas (perhaps they like beer).  Curveballs continue with extra arms and prehensile tails, and then there's the tale of a mechanic from Normal, America, who has been pardoned for helping diesel truck owners avoid destructive government policies and parts.  Because racecar, the gearhead goons also noticed that the world famous Targa Tasmania was running - right now - and that's good news for drivers who like honest tarmac action and the go-fast community. Don't worry, we got lost too: Kalifornistan continues to make life hard for its citizens by driving refineries out of the state; and don't throw the baby out with the bath water: a good idea like storing cheap electricity in batteries shouldn't be ruined by a few bad batteries that got hung on a wall (and then caught fire).

When life blows up your routine with sickness, sleepless nights, and missed workouts, this episode reframes resolutions and habits as practical commitments you protect on your calendar rather than promises you hope to keep.   Dr. Andrew Fix shares a simple truth most people avoid. Consistency does not come from perfect conditions or endless motivation. It comes from deciding what matters and building habits that can survive real life. When routines fall apart, the answer is not guilt or starting over. It is choosing structure that works even when things feel messy.   Why do healthy habits disappear when life gets busy? What changes when your resolutions stop living in your head and start living on your schedule? The episode challenges the idea that routines need to look impressive to work and makes the case for habits that fit the season you are actually in.   If you are tired of feeling off track every time life gets chaotic, this episode offers a grounded way forward. Decide what matters, put it on the calendar, and keep moving without waiting for everything to calm down first.   Quotes “How do we get back on track? Well, I'm a big believer in putting things on the calendar that are priorities for you.” (05:01 | Dr. Andrew Fix) “It doesn't matter what it is. It just matters that it happens and that you're prioritizing it for yourself, that you are making a point to make it important to you, important enough to put it on the calendar” (05:56 | Dr. Andrew Fix) “We are so used to conquering and overcoming hard things because of the physical training that we do that we can do that in the other areas of our life as well.” (08:28 | Dr. Andrew Fix) “You need to find the routine. You need to find the cadence that works for you.” (09:29 | Dr. Andrew Fix) “If you want something to be accomplished, if you want to reach the goals that you have set for yourself, if something is important to you, it will be important enough to hold a place on your calendar.” (09:54 | Dr. Andrew Fix) SideKick Tool   Movemate: Award-Winning Active Standing Board 15% off Promo Code: DRA15   RAD Roller   Revogreen   HYDRAGUN    Athletic Brewing 20% off: ANDREWF20     Connect with Physio Room: Visit the Physio Room Website Follow Physio Room on Instagram Follow Physio Room on Facebook Andrew's Personal Instagram Andrew's Personal Facebook     Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

Bret Bielema has addressed a lot of needs for the 2026 Illini Football team, but what's the most pressing issue? We talk with Fox Illinois & WICS' Carson Gourdie about the latest Transfer Portal news. Plus, Carson gives his insight on what Illini basketball needs to improve on going into this stretch of the season, in particular Ivisic Brothers. The Cubs traded their top prospect for Edward Cabrera. Was it the right move? Should the Cardinals trade Brendan Donovan?  Kurtis throws his CURVEBALLS!

Show LinksSelf-Paced Resources.Subscribe To The Interview Podcast: https://yourlevelfitness.com/podcastNew To The YLF Philosophy? Start Here: ylf30.comDaily Accountability And Structure For Your Self-Paced Inside/Out Process: https://yourlevelfitness.com/daily-emailQ&A Response YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjSupgaY5KA66MD2IdmCwFhLFbDe-pk1lIndividualized Guidance From Daryl.Join The YLF Experience: https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/5t93iox9udm3Compare All Service Levels: https://yourlevelfitness.com/coachingGet Your Merch, Mugs & Wall Quotes.Shop The Current Collections: https://yourlevelfitness.shop/collectionsEpisode DescriptionIn this episode, I talk about plans, the comfort we get from knowing what is supposed to happen, and why flexibility matters more than most people want to admit. Having a plan is important, but life rarely moves in a straight line from point A to point B, and the route or even the destination often changes along the way. When we look back five years, most of us realize our lives did not unfold the way we imagined, and that is not a failure, it is growth.As we move into a new year full of goals and expectations, I encourage you to be clear and intentional with your plans while staying open to adjustment. Curveballs, setbacks, and unexpected opportunities are part of the process, and you have already proven that you can navigate them. I also share why connecting with yourself and living from an inside/out place can quietly shift what you go after and how you define success, using fitness and health as a practical starting point that carries into every other area of life.Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it.Visit darylperrypodcast.com for links to the show page on each of the major podcast directories. From there, you can subscribe and share this pod.For comments, questions, topic ideas, possible collaborations please email daryl@yourlevelfitness.com

When pregnancy takes an unexpected turn, it can feel disorienting and deeply personal. In this episode, we talk about the curve balls no one plans for: pregnancy loss, placenta previa, emergency cesarean birth, and how to move through them with clarity, compassion, and support. This is a conversation about honoring grief without losing hope, finding steadiness in uncertainty, and reclaiming a sense of agency even when plans change. If your pregnancy story didn't follow the script you imagined, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, that your experience matters, and that there is still space for healing, strength, and meaning on the other side. Got something you want to share or ask? Keep it coming.  We love hearing from you. Email us or send a voice memo, and you might just hear it on the next episode. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe—your questions could be featured in our next episode! For additional resources and information, be sure to visit our website at Maternal Resources: https://www.maternalresources.org/. You can also connect with us on our social channels to stay up-to-date with the latest news, episodes, and community engagement: YouTube: Dive deeper into pregnancy tips and stories atyoutube.com/maternalresources . Instagram: Follow us for daily inspiration and updates at @maternalresources . Facebook: Join our community at facebook.com/IntegrativeOB Tiktok: NatureBack Doc on TikTok Grab Our Book! Check out The NatureBack Method for Birth—your guide to a empowered pregnancy and delivery. Shop now at naturebackbook.myshopify.com .  

We are ready for The Music City Bowl! This hour features keys to the game, a deep dive into the Vols offense & defense, and more. Plus Kurtis tosses out some Tennessee Curveballs and we talk some Illini hoops.

In this episode, host Travis Chappell and producer Eric run through a series of real‑world “curveball” scenarios—from surprise medical bills to flooded houses and lowball dream-job offers—to talk through how to respond without blowing up your finances. With a mix of humor, baseball metaphors, and practical frameworks, they show how to build decision rules that keep you calm and rational when life gets messy.​ On this episode we talk about: When to repair, replace, or go down to one car after a breakdown How to negotiate surprise medical bills and when to just pay them A $5,000 family loan request: help, enable, or say no? Whether to ever take a “dream job” that pays 30% less than you currently earn How a surprise baby would (and wouldn't) change Travis' budget Funding a child's gap year vs. making them pay their own way Using an emergency fund when your home floods and insurance denies the claim Evaluating “sure thing” investment tips from strangers Turning down paid speaking gigs or opportunities that could damage your brand Top 3 Takeaways Decide your rules before the curveball hits. Knowing in advance how you handle cars, medical bills, loans, and emergencies keeps you from making emotional, expensive decisions in the moment. Help without enabling. Supporting family or kids financially is generous, but repeatedly rescuing adults from the consequences of bad decisions only keeps them stuck. Protect brand and autonomy over short-term cash. Whether it is a lower-paying dream job or a shady speaking lineup, long-term reputation and control usually matter more than the immediate paycheck. Notable Quotes “With medical bills, always negotiate first—those numbers are almost never the real numbers.” “I'll take care of what needs to be taken care of. Anything extra you want, you need to learn how to earn.” “Brand is everything. A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches.” Connect with Travis Chappell: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell​ Website: https://travischappell.com​ ✖️✖️✖️✖️

Josh Whitman placed Illinois Wrestling coach Mike Poeta on indefinite administrative leave. The university said the decision stems from “potential violations of his employment agreement stemming from possible noncompliance with University fiscal control policies.” We have the latest. Kyle Tausk from Illini Inquirer joins us to talk about the Braggin' Rights game. Plus, more Illini basketball nuggets. Evan gets a whole minute to talk about his favorite soccer team and Kurtis throws the Curveballs!

We are well into the Christmas season. Maybe for you it's felt like pure joy, or maybe you've been thrown some curveballs. Walking through cancer to remission, Heidi Lee Anderson knows all about curve balls and what it looks like to walk into hard spaces with hope and also a good laugh. Even when the gifts we wish we could give back just keep giving. From what I understand, life threw you a curveball today, and you have a snow day there. What do snow days look like at the Anderson house? Is there a special snack y'all eat on snow days or this time of year? What were snow days like for you as a kid? Do you have any other funny motherhood curveball stories? One of the things we think a lot about at Christmas is the hope that comes because of Jesus' birth. How do you think that hope has allowed you to take a curveball that would crush some people and find humor and hope there? I wouldn't have thought of the book of Joshua in the Bible for one that has curveballs, but you did... how did that happen?What is something during Christmas you've been tempted to feel upset about, and God has given you joy there? You can find Heidi Lee Anderson's book ⁠"⁠All In, All Yours⁠" and find Heidi HERE.You can find Elizabeth writing helpful hints ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on the blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Helping you love Jesus and disciple your kids ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Or get access to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Additional study resources here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original Music written and recorded by Jonathan Camenisch *affiliate links are used when appropriate. Thank you for supporting Sunshine in My Nest

Welcome back to Father Knows Something! Real People. Real Stories. Real Dad advice with a dash of ADHD, and some millennials chiming in to time to add their takes. This week's episode has Jerry and Justin discussing stories from listeners that are dealing with some curve balls. No matter who you are, where you are, or what stage of life you are in, life will always throw you some curve balls. They can range from a minor inconvenience to a life changing situation and often times just pop up out of nowhere. We dive into it all in this episode and want to know your thoughts in the comments! Thank you for being here and we hope you enjoy! Submit your write-in ! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/8G2e4ockyZLNoiuX7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bonus Stories on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/fatherknows⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ !! Our P.O. Box: Father Knows Something. 5042 Wilshire BLVD. #470. Los Angeles, CA. 90036Follow up on Instagram @ Father Knows Something UPDATE US!! If your story has been read respond here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/6CP9KoWvJ4NMKewa7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Video version available on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/fatherknowssomething⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to subscribe and tell us what you would give for advice! Index: 00:00 -- Start Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick, you know who you are. In this episode, Rhett & Link give a runner the motivation he needs to keep going, we get a glimpse into ACL surgery, as well as a few updates and callbacks from earlier episodes. Plus, a thoughtful look into overcoming plans that don't work out the way we intend. Leave us a voicemail at 1-888_EARPOD-1 for a chance to be featured on the show! Get a $75 job credit when you use Sponsored Jobs at https://indeed.com/ears To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices