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Hour 3 of the Day After Christmas Best Of Conway mixes heart, humor, and classic Conway confusion. Tim starts with a jaw-dropping story about an elderly couple hit with an $8,000 water bill, sparking disbelief and outrage.Things turn sentimental and funny as Tim remembers a beloved radio bit with his dad, playing his father’s echo — a true Conway family classic. The chaos returns when Tim recounts his early-morning misadventures at CVS and Starbucks, proving nothing good happens before sunrise.The hour wraps with a perfect Conway mishap: Tim tells the story of buying the wrong tickets and ending up at My Fair Lady instead of Wicked.Unexpected bills, legendary radio memories, everyday disasters, and Broadway confusion — the perfect way to wrap the Best Of.
Hey, Kids! Day after Christmas and we're talking Assassin's Creed: Mirage, the game that says, “Remember stealth? Remember subtlety? Remember when your skill tree didn't look like a CVS receipt?” Grab your hidden blade, lower your expectations of parkour physics, and let's disappear into the Mirage.
In Episode 260, Christine Tulley, President and Executive Writing Coach at Defend, Publish & Lead, emphasizes the importance of celebrating writing wins as the holiday season approaches, arguing that CVs often function more as stress-inducing evaluation documents than celebratory records of accomplishments. She demonstrates her approach using Penzu (a free digital writing journal that she loves but is not a sponsor), walking through how she reviews her Fall 2025 Semester Writing Project Mix to assess what she actually completed—discovering she finished 3 out of 4 planned projects, including two chapters of her sabbatical book and presentation slides, while her "yucky writing project" remained incomplete. She highlights unexpected wins like her Inside Higher Ed article on who owns faculty writing (co-written with Jennifer Ahern-Dodson) that she had forgotten about from her Summer 2025 plans, reframes the 3 out of 4 completion rate as a success focused on movement and completion rather than perfection, and encourages listeners to celebrate broader wins beyond publications (such as consistently hitting 8 hours of writing per week) while using this reflection to inform planning for 2026. She concludes by mentioning her coaching services and the resources available through podcast sponsor Textbook and Academic Authors Association. Resource Mentioned: "Make Faculty Writing Support Easier to Find" (Inside Higher Ed) DPL Resources HOLIDAY COACHING HOURS - All hours at lowest prices for the year Tuesday Toolbox - contact christine@defendpublishandlead.com for subscription information Set your writing goals with us! Try us out in a free consultation. Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content. A FREE webinar is posted each month. Missed a workshop? Request a workshop or webinar recording from christine@defendandpublish.com Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net New to TAA? Join for just $25 using discount code DP25! You will also receive a copy of the eBook, Guide to Making Time to Write: 100+ Time & Productivity Management Tips for Textbook and Academic Authors.
Ever looked at the art world and thought: how does any of this actually work?I read How to Collect Art (2024) by Magnus Resch to figure out whether a normal person can buy a single great piece… and whether art is actually a good investment.Resch approaches the art market like an economist: data, power structures, and the brutal reality of gatekeepers. The big theme? The art world isn't a free market, it's a pyramid. A tiny number of fairs, galleries, curators, and institutions sit at the top… and they decide what becomes valuable.In this review, I cover:Why the “mysterious” art market feels so closed-offThe alpha / beta / gamma / delta pyramid Resch uses to explain status and accessWhy “art as an investment” is mostly a trap (unless you're playing at the top end)Why the book made me want to buy art for meaning, not resale00:00 – Intro: why I picked this book00:21 – The empty wall problem (why I want art)00:58 – What I hoped the book would solve02:12 – The book's style: blue quotes + companion “artist” book03:22 – Resch's economist approach to art04:09 – The real driver of value: representation & institutions05:11 – The “35-year-old” cliff edge for artists06:12 – The harsh truth: most art has near-zero resale value06:52 – Art index vs S&P 500 (and what happens with broader data)09:11 – When art can be an investment (and the price floor)10:24 – The better frame: be a patron, not an investor10:52 – The parts I skipped: emails, CVs, auction house logistics12:22 – “Networking and Instagram” (useful but irritating)13:26 – The collector mantra: buy what you love14:13 – The pyramid: alpha / beta / gamma / delta18:35 – NFTs + digital art gets a mention19:11 – Did it help me buy art? What I'm taking away21:11 – Final verdict + what I'll do insteadConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcast Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastsValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast
The Apocalypse Players — a Call of Cthulhu actual play podcast
In which our walking party feel sure they are encountering still stranger things: freak weather, sheltered defiles, terms of magic and perhaps that most horrible of imaginings: an immersive theatrical experience… A modern Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Joseph Chance Cast: Josephine Arundel – Belinda Cornish Chris Caldwell – Dan Wheeler Max Davenant – Danann McAleer Charlie Westenra – Dominic Allen Keeper of Arcane Lore – Joseph Chance CW: This podcast contains mature themes, strong language and cosmic horror. PLEASE BE AWARE - This episode contains the sound effect of a small child crying and description of threat to a child that some may find distressing. As ever, human discretion is advised. A Note on the Recording: This episode includes reference to a large and very successful British high-street pharmacy called Boots. It was common practice in the late 20th Century to develop one's photographs at Boots, often handing one's film to young female employees for the task. The equivalent in America might perhaps be CVS or Walgreens. In Japan, Yodobashi Camera would have served, Germany it would have been Rossman's. France of course favoured independent practitioners of the art. As ever, here at the Apocalypse Players, we advise that you use human discretion wherever you develop your photographs - be it at a high-street chain or in that little wooden cabin with the yellow front door, at the end of the lane where the marsh meets the sky… The Apocalypse Players is an actual play (or live play) TTRPG podcast focused on horror tabletop roleplaying games. Think Dimension 20 or Critical Role, but fewer dragons, more eldritch horrors, and more British actors taking their roleplaying very seriously (most of the time). We primarily play the Chaosium RPG Call of Cthulhu, but have also been known to dabble with other systems, most of which can be found on our Patreon: www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers We now have a free Discord server where you can come and worship at the altar of the Apocalypse, play Call of Cthulhu online, and meet like-minded cultists who will be only too eager to welcome you into the fold. New sacrifices - oops - we mean players are always welcome. Join here: discord.com/invite/kRQ62t6SjH For more information and to get in touch, visit www.apocalypseplayers.com The Apocalypse Players are: Dominic Allen @DomJAllen Joseph Chance @ Danann McAleer @DanannMcAleer Dan Wheeler @DanWheelerUK Music includes: Waves from The Past - Anna Dager & Hannah Ekstrom https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/Kw21NkSu4j/ Celestial Spheres - Ave Air https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/5346c11d-81ac-458e-9d63-f53b8fa91321/ Who We Once Were - Gavin Luke https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/c9e485f8-2969-4b8e-9c75-829fe9ad9079/ Through The Alleyways - Jon Bjork https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/64978412-f992-3301-bdc8-8747a039ffd3/ Hiding in The Shadows - Ludvig Moulin https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/c4f88f81-2c2b-4d98-b64d-f9126470c734/ Tiny Scandals - Creative Cut - Heron Vale https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/tiny-scandals-creative-cut-orchestra/138177 Up To No Good - Alt Version - Score Maestro https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/up-to-no-good-alternative-version/137611 The Ninja Path - 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Frigga https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/b94f0ef1-9a8b-311c-b358-537b560c433b/ Missing Memories - Christopher Moe Ditlevsen https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/M5e5wT9Ci7/ Tavore - Anders Schill Paulsen, Anna Dager & Hannah Ekstrom https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/3jAWMYFdtD/ Crucial Calculations - Gavin Luke https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/wJWNbpM3bh/ Sounded Blue Saga https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/Ua4aSty4ml/ Murmur Forest - Rand Aldo https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/7amZAibTX0/ Where the Flowers Grow - Dez Moran https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/EcUT8PAe8b/ The Adjunct Anders Schill Paulsen, Hanna Ekström, Anna Dager Celestial Spheres - Ave Air https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/3ed2z62JCV/ Out of the Window - Farrell Wooten https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/uZpb17J0rN/ Redemption - Sunriver https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/redemption/93323 Bitter Bitter - Dylan Thomas https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/dylan-thomas-bitter-bitter/49435 Bound To Fall Apart - Jon Bjork https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/ecb4e639-62bc-3f2c-b48f-53c23b5b8cf0/ Savage Shadows - Semi https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/savage-shadows/134832 Those Moments - Hampus Naeselius https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/HmZtb2i0sL/ 3000 Years Old - Farrell Wooten https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/7a29bef0-58f0-303b-af94-575197610de9/ Enter The Realm of Shadows - Christopher Moe Ditlevsen https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/003fff05-76b0-44f2-bd5e-2d2b98e2b062/ Ebbas Not Right - Peter Crosby https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/4052c08d-d4c6-4974-b888-6aeaa505c4af/ Vapors - Ethan Sloan https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/yg5J0DyMEz/ Tension Mansion - Kikoru https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/eZkXkCpIjF/ The Prophet - Alec Slayne https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/JK03rRZisV/ Shouldn't Have Met You https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/shouldnt-have-met-you/73261 V1rgo - Ambre Jaune https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/0Pq5JDXcmj/ Hysteria - Anna Dager & Hannah Ekstrom https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/DOLsvJVimx/ The Closing - Hannah Ekstrom https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/yYkl9onNPg/ Incertitude - Hannah Ekstrom https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/YUW9T6jcJA/ Tviviel - Hannah Ekstrom https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/xdbASDVzOS/ Title: "Impromptu Exorcism" Artist: Tim Kulig (timkulig.com) Licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 4.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Grass on the Grave - Sage Oursler https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/rJe82RQka0/ Void - WHENISEEYOUISEEMYSELF https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/fGp8lQImZt/ Grief and Isolation - DEX 1200 https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/c1flrtmhZU/ Take Five - Ambre Jaune https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/J8E0Z4qTMZ/ A Gathering - Farrell Wooten https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/TCFbG808lJ/ Spheres - Elliptik https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/EMaiTc6RNW/ The Duke of Norfolk - Dylan Thomas https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/dylan-thomas-bitter-bitter/49435 Twivel - Ekstrem and Dager https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/xdbASDVzOS/ Friends Make the Worst Enemies - Experia https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/bf0f9833-2f40-3525-b13e-166942b8e020/ Cave Dwellers https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/cave-dwellers/85396 The Lure - Christian Anderson https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/7WZdqHNOQ7/ Mist Over Lapland https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/mist-over-lapland/99505 Maybe Next Year - Spectales Wallet & Watch https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/IwdmifGfcl/ Seven Sins Later - Farrell Wooten https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/HFSjWZQDWE/ Stop Snitching https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/QCMBXV5202/ Jay Varton - Silent Castle https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/uKXncvlspI/ Follow the Falcon - David Celeste https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/Trl1W1XgLF/ The Search - Hannah Ekstrom https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/pKp55DWXME/ The Arctic - INSTRUMENTS - Jo Wandrini https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/QH3Sw8lU6S/ The Mire - Anders Schill Paulsen https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/cDx39w2F3D/ Metaformation - Ethan Sloan https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/8vz9arpHEB/ Shadowdance - Saira Ridley https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/xKz8svrmcZ/ Into The Void - Ella Joy Meir https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/into-the-void/127506 Bad Dreams - Mary Riddle https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/ed0ee666-a83d-3e3b-9eee-dd5d6ae5abd5/ Société Secrete - Duke Herrington https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/60be67f8-ed95-449f-b496-7959505d7577/ Over of This Town - Will Harrison https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/qpwpYDpGnv/ Excitement - Traditional https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/71e77fbc-eda1-3105-9c99-8f8319cf2532/ "SCP-x4x (Mind Leech)" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/music.html Restlessness Friedrich Burgmuller https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/68a0fdda-4805-3a03-954a-1bc12176a93f/
Benny Higgins is a Scottish Banker and Former CEO of RBS, Bank of Scotland and Tesco Bank. He is also the chairman of a portfolio of companies. He's a lover of Art and Poetry. He is also my good friend.Benny Higgins grew up in Toryglen tower blocks, captained Celtic's youth team, and became a defining force in modern Scottish business — from CEO of RBS during the NatWest takeover, to building Tesco Bank from the ground up. But what makes Benny different is the paradox: a numbers man with a lifelong devotion to poetry, art, and culture — and a Glaswegian accent that never moved an inch.We recorded this in Kelvingrove Art Gallery, a place that shaped Benny as a 10-year-old at his first ever art competition — and still represents the thread running through his life: curiosity, pride, and the desire to win.We get into Celtic, class, and leadership… the reality of boardrooms at scale… why he hires through trust over “perfect CVs”… and the stories you genuinely couldn't script: Maya Angelou, the Golden Globes, Soho, and a cocktail named after his fifth wife Sharon.Why Kelvingrove is symbolic to Benny's origin storyToryglen tower blocks: toughness, community, and confidence through footballCeltic youth captaincy and the first leadership lessons that stuck“I just wanted to win”: the mindset behind academic dominanceActuarial exams in 2.5 years (when the average was ~7)RBS context + how the NatWest hostile takeover happenedBuilding Tesco Bank from scratch: 140 people → 5,000 → 8m customersHiring “the best people I knew” and why trust beats processSocial mobility: money, identity, and why he treats everyone the sameSoho stories: tailors, members clubs, and the “Higgins No.5” cocktailThe Golden Globes: Jon Hamm photo… taken by Bradley CooperLunch with Maya Angelou: poetry, Burns, and an unforgettable momentWhat people think is true about him (but isn't)What's next — and the ambition that still drives himGuestBenny Higgins — former senior leader at RBS, creator of Tesco Bank, chair/board roles across culture and business.Subscribe on YouTube + hit the bellFollow the podcast on Spotify/Apple: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DV9tUfz5nGCmH0bfZUFrMJoin the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/davidmcintoshjrFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidmcintoshjr/If you enjoyed this give me a follow:Sponsor — Slater Menswear (Made To Order)Quick shoutout to Slater Menswear's Made To Order service — they've been part of some of the biggest moments in my own origin story: first job interview suit, first corporate role, big talks, and now sitting across from guests I genuinely admire. They measure you properly, you choose every detail, and you get a suit that actually feels like it fits the life you're stepping into.If you've got a moment coming up — wedding, promotion, graduation, or a first interview — check out Slaters Made To Order. It's a belter.
"I need you to know with all your heart, mind, and soul that Immanuel is God with YOU! Yes, you!"Leave a comment for Ligia: https://incourage.me/?p=255751--Pick up the winter issue of DaySpring's Everyday Faith Magazine! From cover to cover, you'll find stories of comfort and joy, including a Christmas Bible Reading Plan, tips to help you actually mail your holiday cards, a word of the year quiz, and new holiday recipes and traditions. Get your copy today on DaySpring.com or at your local Sam's Club, Costco, CVS, Walmart, or wherever you buy magazines. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!
"Jesus wants us to come to Him and release all that weighs us down."Leave a comment for Mary: https://incourage.me/?p=255219--Pick up the winter issue of DaySpring's Everyday Faith Magazine! From cover to cover, you'll find stories of comfort and joy, including a Christmas Bible Reading Plan, tips to help you actually mail your holiday cards, a word of the year quiz, and new holiday recipes and traditions. Get your copy today on DaySpring.com or at your local Sam's Club, Costco, CVS, Walmart, or wherever you buy magazines. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!
In this opening episode of a 5 part mini series of Sales Today, we do things a little differently. Instead of the usual host-led interview, Fred Copestake is in the hot seat as James Michael turns the tables and leads the conversation. Chatting from opposite sides of the world – Fred in the UK and James in Australia – the discussion reflects a wider theme of this episode: sales has been turned upside down. Together, they explore how selling has evolved from persuasion, pressure, and performance theatre into something far more human, ethical, and buyer-led. In this episode, they cover: Why traditional, manipulative sales tactics no longer work in modern B2B selling How sales used to be treated as a "dark art" – and why that thinking causes problems today Fred's accidental route into sales and what 25 years across 38 countries has taught him The shift from "telling and pitching" to sense-making and clarity-building Why today's buyers often know more than the salesperson before the first meeting What it really means to sell collaboratively rather than persuasively How ethics, integrity, and conscience now play a critical role in long-term sales success Key takeaway Modern sales is no longer about control, clever techniques, or forcing outcomes. It's about helping buyers make sense of complexity, supporting better decisions, and creating value through conversation – not pressure. When selling is done well today, everyone wins: the buyer, the business, and the salesperson themselves. About the guests Fred Copestake is the founder of Brindis, a sales training consultancy. With over 25 years' experience, he has worked in 38 countries, supported more than 10,000 salespeople, and authored three books: Selling Through Partnering Skills Hybrid Selling Ethical Selling James Michael is the founder of Justified Talent, a recruitment business specialising in helping small businesses make their first sales hire. With a background in behavioural psychology, James takes a radically different approach to recruitment – focusing on assessment and behaviour rather than CVs and interviews. Connect with James Michael · LinkedIn: James Michael (Australia) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/smesalesrecruiter/ · Website: www.justifiedtalent.com This is Episode 1 of a 5-part CEMMT Sales Series, exploring how selling must adapt to modern buyers, ethical expectations, and changing decision-making behaviours. Subscribe to make sure you don't miss the next episode. Follow Fred: https://linktr.ee/fredcopestake Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vNdGEyZLeLE Watch Fred's FREE YouTube Course: Sales Mastery for Engineers: https://bit.ly/Sales-Mastery-For-Engineers Useful resources Take the Collaborative Selling Scorecard – free Check how well your sales approach fits today's buying environment https://collaborativeselling.scoreapp.com/
"I want to trust Him enough to say yes to Him every single time. Because He is faithful. He is kind. He is Emmanuel. He is the Prince of Peace. He is the Alpha and Omega. He is bigger than any circumstance we are facing."Leave a comment for Aliza: https://incourage.me/?p=255743--Pick up the winter issue of DaySpring's Everyday Faith Magazine! From cover to cover, you'll find stories of comfort and joy, including a Christmas Bible Reading Plan, tips to help you actually mail your holiday cards, a word of the year quiz, and new holiday recipes and traditions. Get your copy today on DaySpring.com or at your local Sam's Club, Costco, CVS, Walmart, or wherever you buy magazines. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!
Jen Gaster: How she sold her business to her team (and kept the tax bill at zero)Jen Gaster launched HR Heads in 2008 at the height of the financial crisis with a six-month-old baby and zero income security.17 years later, she runs three brands, 22 people, and just completed an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) transaction.Tax-free exit, 5-year payout. The employees own the business when the mortgage is paid off.One week after they completed the deal, Rachel Reeves changed the rules.EOT payments are now taxable for anyone doing it after the budget.Jen got in just in time.But here's what makes this story different.She built the business with her husband Rupert. Same office but separate brands and working processes (They've literally only attended one client meeting together in their entire lives!)This week on The RAG Podcast, Jen tells the full story.We cover:Starting a business during the 2008 financial crash with a babyWorking with your spouse without destroying your marriageWhy she admits "I don't think I'm a brilliant man manager"The EOT transaction and how they structured a tax-free exitHow Rachel Reeves' budget changed the rules one week after they completedWhy legacy mattered more than a trade saleThis isn't about building an empire.It's about a founder who wanted to reward the people who built the business with her and managed to do it without a tax bill.If you've ever wondered whether there's another way to exit, this episode has the blueprint.__________________________________________Episode Sponsor: AtlasAdmin is a massive waste of time. That's why there's Atlas, the AI-first recruitment platform built for modern agencies.It doesn't only track CVs and calls. It remembers everything. Every email, every interview, every conversation. Instantly searchable, always available. And now, it's entering a whole new era.With Atlas 2.0, you can ask anything and it delivers. With Magic Search, you speak and it listens. It finds the right candidates using real conversations, not simply look for keywords.Atlas 2.0 also makes business development easier than ever. With Opportunities, you can track, manage and grow client relationships, powered by generative AI and built right into your workflow.Need insights? Custom dashboards give you total visibility over your pipeline. And that's not theory. Atlas customers have reported up to 41% EBITDA growth and an 85% increase in monthly billings after adopting the platform.No admin. No silos. No lost info. Nothing but faster shortlists, better hires and more time to focus on what actually drives revenue.Atlas is your personal AI partner for modern recruiting.Don't miss the future of recruitment. Get started with Atlas today and unlock your exclusive RAG listener offer at https://recruitwithatlas.com/therag/__________________________________________Episode Sponsor: HoxoEvery recruitment founder is investing in LinkedIn.Spending thousands on Recruiter licences.Building connections. Posting content. Growing networks.But here's the question almost no one can answer:How much revenue is LinkedIn actually bringing into your business?Most founders have thousands of connections but no clear process to turn that attention into cash.That's the problem we solve.At Hoxo, we help recruitment founders build predictable revenue systems on LinkedIn, not just noise or vanity metrics.Our clients are turning LinkedIn into £100K–£300K in new billings within months, using their existing networks and a simple repeatable process.To show you how it works, we've created a short training video exclusively for RAG listeners.In less than 10 minutes,...
Hiring in a hurry and hoping for the best - only to pay for it later?In this episode of the Grow Your Clinic podcast, we break down why panic hiring is one of the biggest risks to clinic growth, and how a clear, multi-stage recruitment process helps you consistently hire the right people. We unpack a practical seven-step framework that goes beyond CVs to assess skills, values and culture fit, while reducing bias and costly hiring mistakes. You'll learn how to involve your team using a simple “heck yes or no” filter, spot red flags early, create relaxed, meaningful interviews, and set clear expectations with candidates from the start.If you want to build a strong, aligned team - without rushing decisions or repeating hiring regrets - this episode gives you a smarter, calmer way to recruit with confidence.Need to systemise your clinic? Start your free trial of Allie! https://www.allieclinics.com/ In This Episode You'll Learn:
¿Llevas meses enviando currículums a portales de empleo y solo recibes silencio? ¿Sientes que los algoritmos te descartan antes de que un ser humano lea tu nombre?Te voy a dar un dato que cambiará tu estrategia: El 80% de las vacantes en España nunca llegan a publicarse en internet.Si solo buscas en InfoJobs o LinkedIn, estás compitiendo con miles de personas por las sobras del mercado (el 20% visible). Pero ¿dónde están el resto de las ofertas? ¿Cómo se accede a ellas sin tener "enchufe"?En este episodio de Objetivo Empleo me siento con Marta Fernández González, psicóloga, experta en desarrollo profesional y fundadora de AiM. Marta acaba de publicar el manual definitivo para hackear este sistema: "Aprende a buscar empleo en el mercado laboral oculto".En estos 30 minutos descubrirás:· Por qué enviar CVs masivos es la forma más lenta de encontrar trabajo hoy.· La estrategia del Iceberg: Qué hay debajo de las ofertas publicadas.· Networking para introvertidos: Cómo contactar sin ser invasivo ni "vender humo".· Las herramientas del libro: Por qué necesitas guiones y plantillas para abrir puertas (y dejar de improvisar).· Consejos de oro para perfiles Senior (+45) y reinvención profesional.Este no es un episodio de teoría. Es un mapa para que dejes de buscar agujas en un pajar y empieces a usar un detector de metales.Dale al play y descubre la ruta que nadie te cuenta.CONSIGUE EL LIBRO AQUÍ:https://www.aimdesarrolloprofesional.com/libro-mercado-oculto/Conecta con Marta Fernández:· Web oficial y Recursos: https://www.aimdesarrolloprofesional.com/· Consultoría y Orientación: Si necesitas ayuda personalizada para desatascar tu búsquedaPueden contactar conmigo en:· https://www.objetivoempleo.es· https://es.linkedin.com/in/yurenaarmasmendoza· https://www.instagram.com/objetivoempleo_es/
"Can we gather with glad and sincere hearts instead of distracted conversations and divided attention?"Leave a comment for Melissa: https://incourage.me/?p=255767--Pick up the winter issue of DaySpring's Everyday Faith Magazine! From cover to cover, you'll find stories of comfort and joy, including a Christmas Bible Reading Plan, tips to help you actually mail your holiday cards, a word of the year quiz, and new holiday recipes and traditions. Get your copy today on DaySpring.com or at your local Sam's Club, Costco, CVS, Walmart, or wherever you buy magazines. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!
"My friends, change will come to the things we want to remain the same forever. Grief will consume our hearts, our lives, and our days. And yet, we walk through it all, by the grit of our teeth and the grace of our God, knowing He walks beside us."Leave a comment for Anna: https://incourage.me/?p=255753--Pick up the winter issue of DaySpring's Everyday Faith Magazine! From cover to cover, you'll find stories of comfort and joy, including a Christmas Bible Reading Plan, tips to help you actually mail your holiday cards, a word of the year quiz, and new holiday recipes and traditions. Get your copy today on DaySpring.com or at your local Sam's Club, Costco, CVS, Walmart, or wherever you buy magazines. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!
This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul unpack Bill C-16, the federal government's sweeping criminal law overhaul that directly impacts impaired driving cases, court delays, and mandatory minimum sentences. They explain how the bill undermines Jordan delay protections, expands police evidence retention timelines, and excludes impaired driving from a new sentencing “safety valve.” The episode wraps with a Ridiculous Driver of the Week involving yet another vehicle — this time a CVS enforcement officer — crashing into the same B.C. family's backyard. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.
Helen Buchan-Connor on why she's building offshore teams and hitting $600K revenue"All I wanted to do was make £100,000. That's it"Helen Buchan Connor started her recruitment business in September 2020.Her husband had just been diagnosed with lymphoma.COVID had locked down Singapore a week earlier.She was working from her lift lobby because there was no space for an office.Most people would've waited for a "better time."Helen didn't have that luxury.First year: $350K revenue, $50K profit.But then 2023 hit. The market turned. She lost $200K.She'd taken investment. Signed a JV with a well-known player in the industry.The advice she got?"Work harder. Do more calls."But you can't bring UK-style metrics into Southeast Asia and expect them to land."In Southeast Asia, trust is built off relationships. In the West, it's built off performance."So Helen stripped it back. Looked at what the big tech companies were actually doing.Amazon. Google. The major media agencies.They were all offshoring. Quietly.She decided to do it loudly.Today:- Three-person team- $600K revenue- Phone off at 7 pm- Present mother and wife- Building offshore hubs for ad tech clients across Southeast AsiaThis week on The RAG Podcast, Helen breaks down exactly how she built it.We cover:- Why she started in the middle of a pandemic with a seriously ill husband- How she turned $350K Year 1 into a $200K loss in Year 3- Why the JV investment model failed her (and what she learned)- The Southeast Asia + Philippines combination that changed everything- How she's consulting clients OUT of hiring decisions (and still growing revenue)- Why "surviving is thriving" when you're a working parent building a businessThis isn't about grinding harder or scaling to 50 headcount.This is about building a recruitment business that fits your life.Not the other way around."Surviving is thriving. If you've got it together at the end of the week, you're good. If your kids like you, you're good. If you've got a couple of clients and you can invoice them, you're good."If you want to understand how to build profitably without sacrificing everything else, this episode is essential.__________________________________________Episode Sponsor: AtlasAdmin is a massive waste of time. That's why there's Atlas, the AI-first recruitment platform built for modern agencies.It doesn't only track CVs and calls. It remembers everything. Every email, every interview, every conversation. Instantly searchable, always available. And now, it's entering a whole new era.With Atlas 2.0, you can ask anything and it delivers. With Magic Search, you speak and it listens. It finds the right candidates using real conversations, not simply look for keywords.Atlas 2.0 also makes business development easier than ever. With Opportunities, you can track, manage and grow client relationships, powered by generative AI and built right into your workflow.Need insights? Custom dashboards give you total visibility over your pipeline. And that's not theory. Atlas customers have reported up to 41% EBITDA growth and an 85% increase in monthly billings after adopting the platform.No admin. No silos. No lost info. Nothing but faster shortlists, better hires and more time to focus on what actually drives revenue.Atlas is your personal AI partner for modern...
Die Wall Street tritt auf der Stelle, während alle auf die morgige Fed-Entscheidung warten. Die Märkte preisen mit fast 90 % Wahrscheinlichkeit eine weitere Zinssenkung ein – doch Powells Tonlage wird entscheidend für die Richtung bis Jahresende. Tech bleibt der Lichtblick: Broadcom fast +3 %, Nvidia und Microsoft jeweils +2 %. CVS überzeugt mit einem besseren Ausblick und steigt rund 2 %. Gleichzeitig belasten steigende Renditen und hartnäckige Inflationssorgen das Sentiment. Besonders alarmierend: Kleine Unternehmen melden den stärksten Anstieg bei geplanten Preiserhöhungen seit Beginn der Datenerfassung. Die Anleger fragen sich nun, ob die Fed trotz Unsicherheiten für 2026 eine weiche Landung unterstützen kann. Abonniere den Podcast, um keine Folge zu verpassen! ____ Folge uns, um auf dem Laufenden zu bleiben: • X: http://fal.cn/SQtwitter • LinkedIn: http://fal.cn/SQlinkedin • Instagram: http://fal.cn/SQInstagram
Podcast 313 – Big Play ATL Opens This Week with Food, Games, and Fun for All Ages – Valerie Inglesby Big Play ATL finally opens its doors this week, and Dunwoody locals are ready. This all-in-one entertainment center has been months in the making, and it shows. Who's ready for bowling, laser tag, mini golf, a full arcade, and a real restaurant, all under one roof?! They also own the shopping center, and just this week re-signed CVS to a fresh lease. Locals were buzzing that CVS might shut down, but that rumor's officially squashed. CVS will be around for a few more years, and that shopping center will be exciting again. Inside, Woody's Sports Bar gives off grown-up energy with velvet drapes, a chef-driven menu, and craft cocktails. But Big Play has fun for the whole family. From ValoArena's immersive gameplay to birthday-ready party rooms and mid-week specials like $2 Tuesdays, this place was built for all ages. It's already booking up fast for holiday parties, team outings, and after-school hangouts. Website: whatsupdunwoody.com/bigplay Full episode summary lives here: whatsupdunwoody.com/podcast-313 What's Up Dunwoody Links:
REVIEW OF THE YEAR 2025 - CX, Assessment & DEIB Second of our 4 part series reviewing the major events and trends of the year in CX, Assessment and DEIB. What has happened this year that we got on talk about?? - Mobley vs Workday, let's get an update on this, the quintessential CX challenge! - CX resentment rate...where are we tracking on this? - What do we know about AI and CX, can we see positive impact of AI on CX? - ID verification, this is both an CX and Assessment issue. In fact, it may also be a DEIB issu - How to deal with overcapacity of job applications into traditional hiring funnels? - How to do this whilst maintaining, improving CX? - Candidate agency - can enablement of great participation in shaping the experience improve both efficiency and CX? - What is the state of DEIB...rhetorical question... - How does the new inclusion work, can we still think about 'protected groups'? - Divergence between US and UK / EU - Yet migration of cultural influence from US to UK / EU - What do we think of AI Interviewing? - What do we think of other forms of AI powered Assessment? - Forecasts for 2026 on CX, Assessment and DEIB? We're with Morgan Lobb, Founder (Vercida), Maddy Roberts, Head of TA Solutions (Aon), Euan Cameron, Founder, (Willo) & friends & friends on Friday 5th December, 2pm GMT Register by click on the green button (save my spot) and follow the channel here (recommended) to be noticed when we go live. Ep 347 is sponsored by our friends Willo Hiring should be human, but too often it doesn't feel that way.Recruiting isn't slowing down; it's more competitive and more global than ever. Yet too many teams are still buried in CVs, optimising for speed instead of connection. That's why teams are switching to Willo - the #1 candidate screening platform built for a world where connection matters more than credentials. With thousands of customers worldwide, Willo helps you meet talent faster, fairer, and smarter.Our 2026 Hiring Trends Survey is open until the end of October, and we'd love your take. What's keeping you up at night (or getting you excited) about the future of hiring? Share your voice or book a demo to see why hiring feels different with Willo.
A career criminal with a rap sheet longer than a CVS receipt, and who was out on parole, annihilates 4 people in a 100mph head-on stolen car collision. A Marine recruiter stabs a sleeping 11yo girl 17 times in a midnight sleepover - then drops to his knees in court begging for mercy. Plus, exposed & arrested. Jennifer Gould reports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Discover how Kate Wik, CMO of Las Vegas, drives bold innovation and storytelling to transform the city into a global destination brand. Episode TranscriptPlease note, this transcript may contain minor inconsistencies compared to the episode audio. Damian Fowler (00:00):I'm Damian Fowler.Ilyse Liffreing (00:01):And I'm Ilyse Liffreing.Damian Fowler (00:02):And welcome to this edition of The Big Impression.Ilyse Liffreing (00:09):Today we're joined by Kate Wik, chief Marketing Officer at the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. The team behind the city's newest brand campaign, which launched in September,Damian Fowler (00:20):Las Vegas, is known around the world for its energy, its entertainment, and its edge. But this ladies' campaign takes a closer look at what the city means today beyond the casinos and into its growing identity as a cultural and sports destination.Ilyse Liffreing (00:34):We'll talk with Kate about the ideas behind the campaign, how Vegas is connecting with new audiences, and what it takes to evolve one of the most recognizable brands in the world. Q,Damian Fowler (00:45):Frank Sinatra. It's okay. You have an unusual role in that you represent a city as an iconic one, but could you tell us about the role?Kate Wik (00:56):That's exactly right. So I work for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. Nobody knows what that is or what that means. So really, I shorthand it and I say I am the CMO of four Las Vegas. Las Vegas is my product, which is very unique. It is a city, it's a destination. It's unbelievably dynamic. And what's so unique and thrilling for a CMO of Las Vegas is that our product is always changing, always evolving. If you think back, we were known as the gaming destination. We've evolved into, we're the number one hospitality destination in the US with more hotel rooms than any other destination. And we are the entertainment capital of the world. You've got the world's best artists coming and performing on stages across destination every single night. And we've worked really hard to evolve ourselves into the sports destination as well through a lot of recent things. So really the exciting thing for me in this role is no one day is ever the same. Our product is constantly iterating and evolving, and that is a marketer's dream come true.Damian Fowler (02:10):Just on that point about the evolution of the city and the perception of it, how fast has that happened in the last, say, five, 10 years?Kate Wik (02:20):Yeah, absolutely. Incredibly fast. And so today we are known as the sports and entertainment capital of the world, but less than 10 years ago, we did not have any sports teams. Yes, sports has kind of always been in our DNA. We'd host major boxing matches in the eighties, NFR we've had for decades. NBA, we hosted their in-season tournament, NBA Summer League, but really it was through infrastructure development that really led to the explosion of sports today. So what I mean by that is we had T-Mobile Arena, which was a joint venture between MGM resorts and a EG that enabled NHL to come to town with the Vegas Golden Knights in 20 17, 20 18, we purchased the WNBA team, which we renamed the Las Vegas ACEs. And so now we've got A-W-N-B-A team. And then in 2020, of course with Allegiant Stadium, we welcome the Raiders. And so now we've got the Las Vegas Raiders, and we are, so actually in four years, we went from having zero professional sports teams to having three, and we're actively working to bring our fourth to town, which is the major league baseball. We're welcoming the Las Vegas a,Damian Fowler (03:34):Not to mention Formula One.Kate Wik (03:36):Yes, exactly. And Formula One now an annual event on our calendar. So it's a lot. It's a lot. And it creates new reasons to come to Las Vegas for our visitors. And what we found through research actually, is that the sports traveler, number one, we know sports tourism has just exploded the sports traveler. Through our research, we found that it creates a new reason to come to Las Vegas for those that haven't been here before. It creates a reason to explore the destination, see it, consider it, and then ultimately come. And then most importantly, we find that they spend more money than the average leisure traveler. So it's a really rich new audience for Las Vegas. And F1 has definitely exploded that for us too.Ilyse Liffreing (04:24):Do you know by just how much more do they spend?Kate Wik (04:27):It's usually anywhere from 500 to 800 more per trip.Ilyse Liffreing (04:31):Wow, that's a lot. And the rest on gambling,Kate Wik (04:36):AnythingIlyse Liffreing (04:36):Extra? It'sKate Wik (04:37):Funny. Gambling hasn't been, revenue from gaming hasn't been the primary source of how consumers are spending their budget while they're in town. Hasn't been that for over a decade.Ilyse Liffreing (04:51):AndKate Wik (04:51):I think it speaks to the diversification of the experience in Las Vegas. And when I say we're the entertainment capital of the world, we absolutely are. People come here to see shows, to see comedians, to experience not just like a touring show, but unbelievable residencies where our property resorts will build these amazing theaters where Lady Gaga performs, Bruno Mars performs, Adele performs, they'll create these residencies, which is unlike nowhere else in the US or world.Damian Fowler (05:26):I mean, I've been aware of that. I mean, obviously it goes right back to the Rat Pack, but more recently, like Sting had a residency there. I've been aware, IKate Wik (05:34):Just saw Backstreet Boys at the Spear, which was probably mind blowing, which was mind blowing. That's a whole nother level to the entertainment experience where it's just completely immersive that has changed the game for live music.Damian Fowler (05:48):The perception of Vegas has changed or is changing, and maybe that teases up to talk a little bit now about the new brand campaign and why this is the right moment to do it.Kate Wik (06:00):Yeah, absolutely. So we just launched a new campaign September of this year, so just a couple of weeks ago really. And the intent behind it is this notion that there are so many different reasons to come to Vegas, but there are also so many different vacation options. What we wanted to do was break through the noise and make sure that people understood that Vegas is the ultimate destination regardless of the experience you're looking for. We have it all, the breadth and depth that exists within our destination iss, it's uncomparable to any other destination. So we needed to get out there and get that message out there in big form. And why now what we found was through a lack of big brand messaging over the summer, we actually took a hit with a lot of negative headlines. And so we needed to get in front of that. And I think one of the big takeaways for marketers out there is that if you're not actively talking about your brand day in and day out, you create room for others to create their own narrative. And so after we launched the campaign, it's been about a month in market, we've seen a lot of that negativity drop because now everybody's covering, oh, here's the new elements, here are the new promotions they're doing, here are the new experiences that you can find. So it's really about driving the narrative that you want for your brand.Ilyse Liffreing (07:29):Very cool. And could you tell us a little bit about the campaign itself, maybe the creative, and then what channels are you leaning into?Kate Wik (07:36):Yeah, absolutely. In looking at how we were going to develop the work around this new brand campaign, what we wanted first and foremost was to be really authentic about Las Vegas and be very unique to a message that only Las Vegas can deliver. And so we took inspiration from our iconic welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign. So it's the sign that exists literally on Las Vegas Boulevard as you drive into town. And that sign, it's 65 years old today, but it is more iconic. And the awareness on that is it puts it as one of the highest elements assets within our portfolio. So you think Las Vegas, you think of Bellagio, you think of Wynn, even Luxor or all these amazing resorts. When we show that sign, the amount of awareness of what that is and where it is and what it's for just exceeds every other asset that we have out there. So we took inspiration from that. We took the neon, the lights, the really, the notion of setting the example of fabulous Las Vegas. That's the experience that our visitors can come to expect when they come to Las Vegas. So it truly has been our brand promise for over 65 years. So that's the inspiration behind the campaign.Damian Fowler (08:57):Yeah, I can see that sign now.Ilyse Liffreing (08:59):Yes,Kate Wik (08:59):That's right.Ilyse Liffreing (09:00):Yeah, that's right. Do you have a sense of the audience that you're trying to reach and through, I guess, which channels are you trying to reach them?Kate Wik (09:10):Yeah, so we have a really diverse audience set, which is very unique for a marketer, which usually has a single product or they've got a very specific audience for that product. Vegas is really the 21 and older adult playground. And so if you look at just an average audience, it's like a 45-year-old split, 50 50 male, female, et cetera. But what we offer is an unbelievable unbeatable experience at every single price point. So we absolutely cater to that high-end luxury market, that luxury traveler, all the way down to the entry level budget conscious traveler. And so we've got products from a circus circus all the way up to a win Las Vegas. And so for us, our audience is very broad, but generally it's adult travelers, people that have traveled in the past year looking to travel again,Ilyse Liffreing (10:11):We just had Marriott on the podcast and we were talking about how more travelers now are singles and single people. And I would think that might be particularly true for Vegas. For some reason, people are coming for a new experience and to get away.Kate Wik (10:28):I think that's exactly right. Not necessarily single travelers, but the idea of it's a getaway, it's a new experience. What we find from our visitors is number one, it's really high repeat visitation because every time they come, they're finding something new. So we usually get at least 80% repeat visitation from our visitors and really high satisfaction rate, but it's that mindset of wanting to try something new. For sure. Yeah.Damian Fowler (10:56):One thing that just occurs to me as we are talking is how the awareness of Las Vegas has been so kind of embodied in so many movies and TV shows. I was just thinking, I watched the studio recently, the Seth RoganKate Wik (11:09):Show,Damian Fowler (11:09):Which I think that has a combination in Vegas whileKate Wik (11:12):I actually haven't seen it yet. So no spoilers on my list.Damian Fowler (11:16):I mean, I was thinking about Oceans 11, you can go back and back. I have to see it. But that is all kind of part of the kind of braided cultural iconography as it were of the city, I guess.Kate Wik (11:27):Yeah, I think movies represent, you almost have to think of it as a channel for marketing. It represents an amazing opportunity to penetrate culture, reach new audiences that you wouldn't normally get to talk to. And so we have a history of iconic movies. Actually this past summer, you might've seen it, but the F1 movie, that was a partnership that we did with them to make sure that they filmed in Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Grand Prix circuit. That was really important. But again, reaching new audiences, keeping us sort of at the pinnacle and sort of leading culture. Also really awesome to have Brad Pitt lead in that. I'm not going to lie. That was pretty awesome. But a ton of movies. And it's kind of interesting to think of it as almost like a marketing channel, not a traditionalIlyse Liffreing (12:17):One, but yes. Yeah, like free marketing too sometimes, because a lot of things are based in Vegas,Kate Wik (12:22):Right? On the marketing channel front, I know you had sort of asked about how do we launch the campaign, and it was very much an integrated multi-channel approach. We did everything from brand marketing, product marketing, I call it value, but it's really promotional as well as experiential. So of course, from a brand marketing point of view, TV or movies are wonderful, but there's also tv. And we launched the campaign actually with NFL kickoff, so September 4th. We know that when people tune into tv, they're tuning in really into an NFL game. That's where the most eyeballs are at any single time. So from a marketing point of view, it's great return on your investment there. So we launched with a 62nd ad on September 4th on kickoff, but really it was about making sure that this is not just a TV campaign, but it's a platform that reaches the consumer at every different touch point throughout their travel journey or through their daily life.(13:27):And so we maximized the viewership by making sure that, yes, we had a TV spot, but we partnered with the Raiders to actually take over the tunnel walk. And so when players arrive at the stadium, any stadium across the us, it's usually sort of this gray back of house space. And what we did was we installed neon all over the wall as the backdrop. And so it gave our players the sense of pride as they're walking in where they see this huge fabulous Las Vegas neon sign, and then they get a bit of a swagger. And then we partnered with GQ to cover sort of the fit that the players are wearing because that's a whole thing, this sort of new cultural moment where you've got the intersection of professional sports and these athletes in fashion. And so GQ wants to cover that. And so now the backdrop for all of this is the fabulous Las Vegas neon sign that we installed.(14:22):And so then CVS and ESPN want to cover it because they're like, oh, what's going on with the Vegas tunnel walk? And so every time Vegas shows up, we want to make sure that we're sort of breaking through the clutter. We're doing something very unique, bold and different, and whatever we do, it's sort of Vegas worthy. So I guess another channel is outdoor. We don't just buy outdoor. We worked with media partners to find these super high impact spectacular units that just command attention. So around the corner, in Times Square, we have this huge 3D board where you've got a 3D view of the iconic welcome to Las Vegas sign that rotates and dice come out, chips come out, an F1 race car comes out, right? It's a showstopper. And when you walk into Times Square, you see people taking pictures of advertising and that blows your mind.(15:21):And then on the other side of the country, we've got an actual neon installation on Sunset Boulevard. So we took, quite frankly, one of the ideas behind the campaign is let's take the neon and export it. Let's take our Neon National. And so we've got these big neon relics all across the us and so this one on Sunset Boulevard is spectacular. And then you walk across any of our resorts in Las Vegas and you see our Neon Signs Launch week. We took over all of our, well in our top 10 markets, we took over our digital outdoor boards and we had a roadblock for the whole week of launch. So just doing these big spectacular moments to capture the attention of our viewers. Wow,Damian Fowler (16:08):That's a lot that you're doing a tremendous amount, but on the other side of it, how are you kind of measuring and tracking all of these moments that you've created?Kate Wik (16:18):Yeah, I think measurement is incredibly important for any brand. We are actually consistently in market every single week with a research tracker, a brand health tracker. We've been doing it for decades. Making sure that we're keeping a finger on the pulse of our consumer is really important to us. So before we launched the campaign, obviously we tested it to see, number one, does it break through? Does it resonate? Does it deliver on the message of escape? Does it make people want to go to Las Vegas? It actually tested stronger than any other campaign that we've tested, and we test all of our campaigns. So that was pretty exciting. And then post-launch, again, we're in the market every single week. We found that we continue to uptick in terms of likability of the campaign, the campaign that makes you want to travel to Las Vegas. Those metrics are really important to us, intent to travel, and so it's continued to climb every single week since we've been in market. That's really strong. I think outside of traditional campaign testing, something that we consistently do is social listening, and so understanding what the current conversation is on social, I had mentioned this summer was a little bit rough. There was a lot of negativity out there for us. What we found was we had peaked in terms of negativity online in, gosh, in August. We launched Campaign in September, and that number has dramatically reduced, which is fantastic. It goes back to this point of you have to constantly be talking and driving your own narrative.(18:01):Otherwise if there's a void, others are going to fill it for you. That's was aIlyse Liffreing (18:05):Quick turnaround time too fromKate Wik (18:07):InIlyse Liffreing (18:07):August to launching inKate Wik (18:08):September. Absolutely. So a couple weeks. So I would say early August was peak and then Campaign formally launched September 4th, but working with our property partners to seed components of the campaign before, that was a big part of it as well. And then I think a very tactical measurement is we launched actually the first ever destination wide sale, so we called it the Fabulous Five Day Sale. Our campaign is Welcome to Fabulous, so fabulous five day sale. We wanted to make sure that we were putting a spotlight on the value that exists across the destination. And what we found was we drove four times the amount of website volume that we normally do to visit las vegas.com and that we actually were driving more referrals, so people were coming in to see what these deals were, what the sale was, this first ever limited sale, and then the traffic, the referral traffic that we were sending out to the booking engines of each of our property partners. That was 120 times the normal weekly average that we have in terms of, oh my gosh, yeah, referral, wait. So really unbelievable. It was kind of mind blowing for us in terms of the results of that. Nice.Ilyse Liffreing (19:28):And what was the reception from businesses in Las Vegas too, because that involved all of them?Kate Wik (19:34):Absolutely. Yeah. We don't launch a campaign without the support of our property partners. The reception was fabulous to use a cliche, incredibly fabulous. They leaned into it, you'll see part of the campaign. We created these neon elements and literally handed over this toolkit to our property partners so they can push out on all of their digital signage, on all of their marketing elements, sort of reflections of the campaign work as well and tie into it.Damian Fowler (20:05):Great. Just out of curiosity, is the campaign driven from the ground up by businesses or does it come top down as it were, from what your office, what's the kind of interaction?Kate Wik (20:19):Yeah. Well, the interaction is we are the DMO, the destination marketing organization for Las Vegas. So what we do is we work closely with our property partners to understand what's the business needs, what are the trends they're seeing. We do research and provide them top level trends, and then we work with them on what do we need the advertising to accomplish, and then we develop the campaigns. We're funded by them. We're actually funded by a room tax, which is paid by our visitors. And so there is complete coordination with our property partners, and we really do all of the upper funnel marketing for them. That's kind of the role we play for them.Damian Fowler (21:00):Interesting. Yeah. Yeah. I want to ask you, actually, I guess this is a big picture question. Are there other big cities that kind of have similar outreach or similar marketing campaigns, or are you unique in lots of ways?Kate Wik (21:15):I think the big destinations like New York, la, they will have a tourism authority within their destination that we'll do it for them. I think what's unique about Las Vegas is how we're funded. Again, it is through this room tax. And so generally, I'm not out there every day trying to drum up membership funds or anything. Our job is to go market the destination 365 days a year. That is why we exist. And so I think other destinations have something similar, but not quite the structure or the support behind it. And I think what is unique for Las Vegas is tourism is the number one economic driver for southern Nevada, and so we're the engine behind that. We have to make sure we're continuing to fuel that. Tourism represents 55 million or 55 billion, excuse me, in direct economic impact. That's visitors coming, spending fueling the local economy. And so the role we play matters. The advertising that we do matters because it fuels the entire ecosystem and the economic climate for Southern Nevada. Wow.Damian Fowler (22:33):Another quick question, follow up question there because you keep making me think of things. You have a lot of international visitors. Do you have a sense of where the majority of them are comingKate Wik (22:42):From? Yeah. Yeah. So international visitors are really important to us. Interesting. Canada's typically is our number one market. We have seen a decrease this year from our Canadian visitors. That's true for the US overall. We love our neighbors to the north and we welcome them back. But Canada is generally number one. Mexico is number two. Mexico is still going strong. They've actually seen growth year over year. UK is our number three market. We love our UK visitors and our partnership with F1 continues to grow that, which is phenomenal. And then interesting, our fourth market is actually Australia, and we don't have a direct flight there today, but it's an easy stopover from la. But the Australians and the Aussies, they love coming to Las Vegas. Great cultural alignment, but in general, we love all of our international visitors, and it's about anywhere from 10 to 15% of our overall visitor mix,Damian Fowler (23:46):So Cool.Ilyse Liffreing (23:47):Well, so along with just how many changes Las Vegas has seen, how would you, I guess, describe the expectations around hospitality and how that has changed over the years?Kate Wik (23:59):Gosh, hospitality, not unlike marketing, it's really fueled by tech innovation. Everything from keyless check-in, you can check in on your phone, you can use your phone as your key. All of these things have been unbelievable accelerants to a great experience, but that's across the board in every city, across the world. Technology has fueled that. I think what's unique for Las Vegas is actually doubling down on the core of who we are. And that's about service, and that's about kind of going back to the brand promise of the campaign where the welcome to fabulous Las Vegas isn't just a sign. It is the brand promise of the experience you're going to have here. And before we launched the campaign, we actually went around to all the CEOs and all the presidents of all our resort property partners to say and to remind them, we're going to launch this campaign, we're going to go back to the roots of Las Vegas. And the roots of that is hospitality, and it's about making every individual feel like somebody special that is so uniquely Las Vegas. You can walk into a circus, circus, an Excalibur, and have this mind blowing unbelievable experience. You could also walk into a Bellagio, an aria, a fountain blue, and have a mind blowing unbelievable experience. It's not based on your economic value or your financial worth. It's based on who you are as a visitor coming. We're going to deliver that unbelievable experience, and that is service related, hospitality related for us.Ilyse Liffreing (25:39):Very cool. So what's next then? How are you planning to build on the success?Kate Wik (25:44):I think for us, welcome to Fabulous is not just like an A Flash in the Pan ad campaign. What we intended to do was create a marketing platform that will just stand the test of time that will continue to iterate off of it. We have three big announcements, not yet announced, but still coming out later this year that just continue to build on this platform. So it's a platform for us as the DMO, but it's also a platform for our property partners to continue to iterate because it is so unique to us.Damian Fowler (26:20):Now we've got some kind of quickfire questions now we've looked at that bigKate Wik (26:24):Picture.Damian Fowler (26:25):What are you obsessed with figuring out right now?Kate Wik (26:29):I am obsessed with figuring out how you hack the social algorithms. And I think what's super interesting is something that can go viral that isn't necessarily representative of the brand or the experience that you have. And so really making sure that for us, it's fueling a ton of content out there to make sure that we're dominating what that narrative is. And that's not just from brand voice, it's influencers or whatever, but that social algorithms I think is really important forDamian Fowler (27:05):Brands. Yeah, absolutely. I would love to figure that out too. It seems like a kind of a magic unlock.Ilyse Liffreing (27:11):Yes. Right.Damian Fowler (27:14):Okay.Ilyse Liffreing (27:15):This year you are included on the Forbes list of 50 Fierce Global leaders.Kate Wik (27:20):Yes.Ilyse Liffreing (27:20):Congratulations. Thank you. What is one piece of wisdom you'd pass on to other marketers?Kate Wik (27:27):Oh gosh. Constant learning, constant iteration. Nothing is ever done, right? You put something out in the world, there's always a chance to continue to iterate and learn and get feedback and continue to push it further. Yeah.Damian Fowler (27:44):Another is ai, a marketer's friend.Kate Wik (27:46):Yeah, absolutely. But actually, let's be careful with that. It's a friend, but it's like a starting point, right? I think using it as information, as research, as sort of an input but not a final output is really important.Damian Fowler (28:01):I like that. That distinction is important.Ilyse Liffreing (28:03):One last fun one for you, maybe outside of the Brad Pitt movie from the summer. What's your favorite movie set in LasKate Wik (28:12):Vegas? Oh, gosh. I love Oceans 11. I mean, how can you not? I mean, it's still Brad Pitt, butDamian Fowler (28:20):Oh, yeah.Kate Wik (28:20):But it's an icon. He can be at anything, everything.Ilyse Liffreing (28:27):And that'sDamian Fowler (28:27):It for this edition of The Big Impression.Ilyse Liffreing (28:29):This show is produced by Molten Hart. Our theme is by Love and caliber, and our associate producer is Sydney Cairns.Damian Fowler (28:36):And remember,Kate Wik (28:37):If you're not actively talking about your brand day in and day out, you create room for others to create their own narrative.Damian Fowler (28:45):I'm Damian, and I'm Ilyse, and we'll see you next time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Emily Van Eyssen on why she's firing staff and replacing them with AI"I automated someone's entire job out of my business.""They're gone. That role doesn't exist anymore."Emily Van Eyssen isn't talking about the future.She's talking about last month.She had no recruitment experience when she started.Zero training. Never worked for an agency. Stumbled into it during the pandemic through a government contract she still doesn't understand why she won.Most people would have crashed and burned.Emily placed 200 young people into employment, made a lot of money, and accidentally built a completely virtual recruitment business.When the pandemic ended and the scheme shut down, she had a choice.Go back to managing Airbnbs (which she hated), or figure out how to make recruitment work.Three years later:30-35 placements per monthTeam of just 8 people300+ people placed globallyJobs being automated out of existence in real-timeBut here's what makes Emily's story urgent.She's not planning for an AI future. She's living it right now.South African talent + AI super users = roles disappearing overnight.She fired someone last week for refusing to use AI. That job is now gone forever.One of her team automated their own role out. They're still there. The role isn't.She's training 5,000 people per month in South Africa on AI (and employing none of them).She's targeting 100 placements per month by Easter. Same 8-person team.This week on The RAG Podcast, Emily tells you exactly what's coming.We cover:Why she fired someone for refusing to adopt AI (and automated their job immediately)How one team member automated an entire salary out of the businessThe South Africa + AI combination making UK roles obsoleteWhy she's training thousands in AI but employing none of themWhat happens to recruitment when one person can do the work of fiveHer plan to 3x placements without hiring a single personThis isn't a prediction about 2030.This is happening right now. In Emily's business. Today.And if you're not preparing for it, you're already behind.If you want to understand what the next 12 months actually look like for recruitment, this episode is essential.__________________________________________Episode Sponsor: AtlasAdmin is a massive waste of time. That's why there's Atlas, the AI-first recruitment platform built for modern agencies.It doesn't only track CVs and calls. It remembers everything. Every email, every interview, every conversation. Instantly searchable, always available. And now, it's entering a whole new era.With Atlas 2.0, you can ask anything and it delivers. With Magic Search, you speak and it listens. It finds the right candidates using real conversations, not simply look for keywords.Atlas 2.0 also makes business development easier than ever. With Opportunities, you can track, manage and grow client relationships, powered by generative AI and built right into your workflow.Need insights? Custom dashboards give you total visibility over your pipeline. And that's not theory. Atlas customers have reported up to 41% EBITDA growth and an 85% increase in monthly billings after adopting the platform.No admin. No silos. No lost info. Nothing but faster shortlists, better hires and more time to focus on what actually drives revenue.Atlas is your personal AI partner for modern recruiting.Don't miss the future of recruitment. Get started with Atlas today and unlock your exclusive RAG listener offer at...
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Wondering how to stand out in a competitive treasury job market, optimise your CV, boost your LinkedIn visibility, navigate AI's impact, and position yourself for success in 2026?In this special solo episode, host Mike Richards shares unfiltered insights gathered from thousands of conversations with treasury professionals around the globe. This is your career strategy download for the year ahead.Mike Richards is the CEO and Founder of The Treasury Recruitment Company and host of the Treasury Career Corner podcast. With decades of experience in global treasury recruitment and a front-row seat to market trends, Mike shares invaluable advice to help professionals stay competitive, visible, and strategic in their career journeys.Whether you're considering your next move, trying to stand out in a crowded market, or simply want to stay sharp as the industry evolves, this episode offers a practical roadmap. It's packed with real-world advice and actionable insights to help you thrive in 2026 and beyond.What You'll Hear in This Episode:Why most treasury CVs fail - and how to fix yours to get resultsHow to make your LinkedIn profile visible to recruiters and CFOsThe current state of the treasury job market (and why roles are harder to land)Smart salary benchmarking and how to ask for a raise the right wayCareer timing: when to stay, when to move, and how to tell the differenceThe real impact of AI and what skills treasury professionals actually needWhat's coming in 2026: trends, events, and how to stay aheadPeople and resources mentioned in this episode:Deirdre Martin for keeping Mike accountable on the weekly newsletterKevin Michael, podcast coachSumma SimmonsSandra Ramos AlvesMeredith VanceUseful links:Global Treasury Salary SurveyBenchmark your role and see how your compensation compares with peers worldwide - http://www.treasurysalary.comTreasury career advice and supportFor confidential career conversations, CV advice, or support with your next move - https://treasuryrecruitment.com 2026 Treasury Career Corner LIVE eventsCheck out the full lineup of 2026 events and save your seat - https://treasuryrecruitment.com/2026-ttrc-roadshow/---
The first trillion-dollar healthcare company, a $298M longevity round, and a telehealth CEO headed for federal sentencing. Last month had range.Today on the show, Halle and Michael sort through the biggest December stories shaping the year ahead, from runaway longevity funding to a telehealth scandal headed for federal sentencing.We cover:
What would you do if you were told you only had months to live? That was the reality for Eric Borstein, who faced a heart failure diagnosis and a dire prognosis. Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Eric Borstein, widely known as “The Walking Guy,” as we recognize Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month and he share his remarkable journey supported by CVS Health.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.comEric Borstein is the Director of the Borstein Family Foundation and owner of EB Urban Ventures, a real estate development company. Eric currently is a board member of PS Science and UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital. He is also Chair of the Board of Directors for Team PHenomenal Hope, a nonprofit organization that seeks to empower and serve those living with pulmonary hypertension through support, services, education and medical research.To learn more about Eric's story visit WhereIsEB.orq. www.cvshealth.comFor more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com
In this special weekend episode of Opinions Matter, Adrian and Jeremy dive into the absurd with their unfiltered, uncut conversations! This week's banter covers a treasure trove of topics, from the name of a local chipper at Walkinstown Roundabout to parenting mishaps that will leave you in stitches. Join the lads as they recount Jeremy's son spilling secrets about cash hidden under a mattress, and debate what skills people should list on their CVs. Expect everything from cringe-worthy confessions to hilarious parenting dilemmas—it's the most random rubbish you won't want to miss! Tune in for a laugh and some outrageous insights!
Patrick opens this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show with a heartfelt conversation with Josh, a new Catholic convert from Los Angeles, about the Church's role in a rapidly changing culture and the ongoing impact of the Second Vatican Council. Drawing from decades of study and experience, Patrick explains how historical and cultural forces from the 1960s continue to affect Catholic life today and offers practical advice to new converts about staying spiritually grounded and resisting the pull of online negativity. The episode also touches on timely topics like pharmacy vaccination incentives and the spread of AI-generated misinformation, all while Patrick encourages listeners to focus on faith and community amid modern challenges. Josh – If Vatican 2 happened in the mid-60s, would it have been different especially with the huge cultural shift that happened? (01:05) CVS staff get perks like beach days and donuts for hitting vaccine goals (19:45) John - Is giving the peace sign at mass wrong? (24:08) AI speech on YouTube falsely attributing to Pope Leo XIV (34:16) Kimberly - My daughter died within 18 hours of getting a vaccine shot. Jesus helped me get through this. I had to learn not to become a prisoner. (39:24) Joe - What did the early Christians think of Peter being the Foundation stone of the Church? (43:41) Brian – There is a girl who says she will text me but never does. I see her every time I go to Church. (48:31) Originally aired on 5/22/25
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Experts tell us that every 60 seconds, over one million plastic bottles are sold worldwide. Sadly, most of them will end up in landfills or the ocean, polluting the very thing that all living beings need to sustain life. It's no secret that the continued use of single-use plastic bottles is unsustainable for our planet and health. Few have made it their mission to solve this issue. But that's exactly what today's guest has been doing for almost a decade, and they've already eliminated over 500 million plastic bottles so far.Shadi Bakour is the co-founder and CEO of PATH, the world's first 100% refillable, recyclable bottled water brand. What started as an idea in a CVS parking lot has grown into a purpose-driven company. The mission: eliminate single-use plastics while offering consumers a premium, health-conscious option and eliminate 10 billion plastic bottles in the next few years.In this episode, we explore what it takes to scale a purpose-led company, how sustainability is not just a trend but a permanent shift in consumer behavior, and why aligning profit with purpose might unlock the biggest investment opportunities in the years ahead.In this episode, you'll learn: 1.) How Shadi turned an idea into a movement that's eliminated over 500 million plastic bottles from oceans and landfills.2.) Why purpose-led businesses outperform competitors and attract top talent, partners, and investors.3.) The powerful shift toward a refillable economy—and what it reveals about the future of consumer behavior.Show Notes: LifestyleInvestor.com/266Tax Strategy MasterclassIf you're interested in learning more about Tax Strategy and how YOU can apply 28 of the best, most effective strategies right away, check out our BRAND NEW Tax Strategy Masterclass: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/taxStrategy Session For a limited time, my team is hosting free, personalized consultation calls to learn more about your goals and determine which of our courses or masterminds will get you to the next level. To book your free session, visit LifestyleInvestor.com/consultationThe Lifestyle Investor InsiderJoin The Lifestyle Investor Insider, our brand new AI - curated newsletter - FREE for all podcast listeners for a limited time: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/insiderRate & ReviewIf you enjoyed today's episode of The Lifestyle Investor, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review.Connect with Justin DonaldFacebookYouTubeInstagramLinkedInTwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mark Thomas walked away from a six-figure salary without a concrete plan.Three co-founders. One investment. Strict 9-month covenants.Then came March: dozens of pitches, everyone loved the vision, but almost no one was buying. The retained leadership search model wasn't landing. They started questioning everything.One week later, four retained searches landed. Revenue hasn't stopped climbing since.12 months in: £1M+ revenue, 75% retained work, and a business model nobody else in insurance recruitment is executing at this level.In this episode:Why he nearly pivoted to golf (and why recruitment pays better)The £150k-£350k leadership gap nobody was serving properlyTurning down every role under £120k to protect the brandBuilding the "Real Madrid of recruiters" with 10-15 elite billersHow retained search gives you three-month revenue visibilityThe profit share model that creates a partnership without equityThis isn't a scale-to-50-people story. This is about building a boutique firm where being the worst recruiter in the room means you've hired brilliantly.For recruitment founders who want quality over quantity and believe 10 great people beats 50 average ones.__________________________________________Episode Sponsor: AtlasAdmin is a massive waste of time. That's why there's Atlas, the AI-first recruitment platform built for modern agencies.It doesn't only track CVs and calls. It remembers everything. Every email, every interview, every conversation. Instantly searchable, always available. And now, it's entering a whole new era.With Atlas 2.0, you can ask anything and it delivers. With Magic Search, you speak and it listens. It finds the right candidates using real conversations, not simply look for keywords.Atlas 2.0 also makes business development easier than ever. With Opportunities, you can track, manage and grow client relationships, powered by generative AI and built right into your workflow.Need insights? Custom dashboards give you total visibility over your pipeline. And that's not theory. Atlas customers have reported up to 41% EBITDA growth and an 85% increase in monthly billings after adopting the platform.No admin. No silos. No lost info. Nothing but faster shortlists, better hires and more time to focus on what actually drives revenue.Atlas is your personal AI partner for modern recruiting.Don't miss the future of recruitment. Get started with Atlas today and unlock your exclusive RAG listener offer at https://recruitwithatlas.com/therag/__________________________________________Episode Sponsor: HoxoEvery recruitment founder is investing in LinkedIn.Spending thousands on Recruiter licences.Building connections. Posting content. Growing networks.But here's the question almost no one can answer:How much revenue is LinkedIn actually bringing into your business?Most founders have thousands of connections but no clear process to turn that attention into cash.That's the problem we solve.At Hoxo, we help recruitment founders build predictable revenue systems on LinkedIn, not just noise or vanity metrics.Our clients are turning LinkedIn into £100K–£300K in new billings within months, using their existing networks and a simple repeatable process.To show you how it works, we've created a short training video exclusively for RAG listeners.In less than 10 minutes, you'll learn:- Why most recruiters are getting zero measurable ROI from LinkedIn- How small, niche teams are generating consistent inbound demand- The 3X Revenue System we use to turn LinkedIn into a predictable cash-generating...
"Is someone around you hurting? Risk an awkward moment to offer a hug. Go a step further and pray. I think it's what Jesus would do."Leave a comment for Robin: https://incourage.me/?p=255280--Pick up the winter issue of DaySpring's Everyday Faith Magazine! From cover to cover, you'll find stories of comfort and joy, including a Christmas Bible Reading Plan, tips to help you actually mail your holiday cards, a word of the year quiz, and new holiday recipes and traditions. Get your copy today on DaySpring.com or at your local Sam's Club, Costco, CVS, Walmart, or wherever you buy magazines. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!
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"We keep trusting that God is God and we are not. We keep surrendering our timelines for His truth. We keep releasing our expectations and choosing expectancy. We keep rehearsing and repeating the goodness of the Lord, rooting ourselves in His presence — even when we don't feel it."Leave a comment for Becky: https://incourage.me/?p=255385--Pick up the winter issue of DaySpring's Everyday Faith Magazine! From cover to cover, you'll find stories of comfort and joy, including a Christmas Bible Reading Plan, tips to help you actually mail your holiday cards, a word of the year quiz, and new holiday recipes and traditions. Get your copy today on DaySpring.com or at your local Sam's Club, Costco, CVS, Walmart, or wherever you buy magazines. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!
CEO Scott Stephenson explains how Deepgram's voice AI technology powers everything from pharmacies to drive-thru ordering and why, after so many years, Voice AI is now ready for prime time.Topics Include:Scott Stephenson introduces Deepgram as an audio AI company building speech productsMajor brands like CVS and Anthropic use Deepgram to power voice agentsCVS handles prescription status calls where 25-40% ask if prescriptions are readyVoice technology now accurately understands diverse accents and speech patterns from callersAutomated systems free pharmacists to focus on their actual jobs insteadJack in the Box uses Deepgram for drive-thru ordering with natural conversationsPrevious McDonald's and Wendy's failures happened because the technology wasn't ready yetVoice AI can handle any task with text input like CRM notesHealthcare companies adopted voice AI faster than expected despite compliance hurdlesStaffing shortages drove hospitals to push through HIPAA and regulatory red tapeFirst misconception: AI will never match human performance in customer interactionsSecond misconception: one product should solve all voice-related business problemsCompanies must strategically decide what to build, partner on, or buyDeepgram's research team controls speech speed and outputs conversational data like timestampsAdoption will feel slow initially but suddenly be everywhere within three yearsParticipants:Scott Stephenson – Co-Founder & CEO, DeepgramSee how Amazon Web Services gives you the freedom to migrate, innovate, and scale your software company at https://aws.amazon.com/isv/
"This longing isn't an accident. It's a compass toward Home. It's a reminder that the yearning we feel – the homesickness in our hearts – will resolve itself one day, in the presence of God."Leave a comment for Jennifer: https://incourage.me/?p=255273--Pick up the winter issue of DaySpring's Everyday Faith Magazine! From cover to cover, you'll find stories of comfort and joy, including a Christmas Bible Reading Plan, tips to help you actually mail your holiday cards, a word of the year quiz, and new holiday recipes and traditions. Get your copy today on DaySpring.com or at your local Sam's Club, Costco, CVS, Walmart, or wherever you buy magazines. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!
Send us a textIn this episode of The AI Advantage, Matt Brown talks with ScreenCloud co founder and CEO Mark McDermott about how AI is transforming an overlooked channel: the humble screen.Mark explains how ScreenCloud powers digital signage networks for more than 10,000 customers, especially in manufacturing and logistics, and why the real opportunity is not selling more products, but communicating better with deskless workers who never sit at a laptop.He unpacks how ScreenCloud uses AI to keep massive screen fleets online, automatically fix issues at the edge, and convert messy internal content into simple, screen ready messages that workers can absorb in seconds. Mark and Matt also explore the talent side of AI: why most applicants now “sound the same,” how AI is both filtering and generating CVs, and what individuals must do to avoid becoming “the great ignored” in the job market.Support the show
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Nathan Jones, CEO of Xlear, Inc.
Nathan Jones, CEO of Xlear, Inc., details the benefits of xylitol in dental and respiratory health products such as nasal sprays and chewing gums under the Spry brand. Nathan advocates for the FDA to allow anti-cavity claims for xylitol and other compounds despite the current monopoly of fluoride in such claims. They question the efficacy and potential downsides of fluoride, and explore alternative dental health interventions. The episode also covers xylitol's role in preventing tooth decay, respiratory health benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic, and ongoing legal challenges with the FTC. Discussions highlight the potential implications of oral health on systemic diseases like cardiovascular disease and Parkinson's, and emphasize the importance of nasal hygiene alongside dental care.
"I don't know your story or what your life looks like right now. But there is a good chance that, before the year comes to a close, you'll have a day or two (or twelve) that come with more melancholy than joy. I get it, sister. Some days are just plain hard. But God's goodness remains the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. He is the One thing we can count on."Leave a comment for Michele: https://incourage.me/?p=255268--Pick up the winter issue of DaySpring's Everyday Faith Magazine! From cover to cover, you'll find stories of comfort and joy, including a Christmas Bible Reading Plan, tips to help you actually mail your holiday cards, a word of the year quiz, and new holiday recipes and traditions. Get your copy today on DaySpring.com or at your local Sam's Club, Costco, CVS, Walmart, or wherever you buy magazines. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!
Top Stories for November 18th Publish Date: November 18th PRE-ROLL: BUFORD HOLIDAY FESTIVAL From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Tuesday, November 18th and Happy Birthday to astronaut Allan Shepard I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. The Sandwich Project celebrates milestones and welcomes new executive director Norcross receives international award for branding efforts Elementary and middle school cellphone bans proving popular, as debate moves to high schools All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: Kia Mall of Georgia STORY 1: The Sandwich Project celebrates milestones and welcomes new executive director Before the latest government shutdown even hit, the Sandwich Project was already out there—quietly, relentlessly—feeding Atlanta’s hungry. This grassroots nonprofit, born in the chaos of 2020, has now delivered over 2.2 million sandwiches across metro Atlanta. Two million sandwiches. Let that sink in. And now, they’ve got their first executive director: Christine Cooper Nowicki, a longtime volunteer with a heart for service. “This wasn’t something I saw coming,” she admits, “but food insecurity has always been personal for me.” Every week, volunteers—families, Girl Scouts, Rotary Clubs—make 8,000 sandwiches. It’s messy, beautiful, and life-changing work. Learn more at thesandwichproject.org. STORY 2: Norcross receives international award for branding efforts Norcross just snagged a Silver Davey Award—pretty impressive, right? Out of 2,000+ global entries, this small-but-mighty city was recognized for its killer branding and communication efforts in the Government and Municipal category. The secret sauce? A partnership with Lawrenceville’s Accent Creative Group, the creative minds behind Norcross’ ads, event logos, social media, and more. “Our brand isn’t just a look,” said Mayor Craig Newton. “It’s how we tell our story.” The Davey Awards celebrate big ideas on small budgets, and Norcross nailed it—showcasing a community alive with culture, creativity, and connection. Not bad for a little city with big heart. STORY 3: Elementary and middle school cellphone bans proving popular, as debate moves to high schools Georgia high schools might soon say goodbye to cellphones, following the success of bans already in place at some schools. Starting next fall, a new law will require elementary and middle schools to lock up phones during the day. High schools aren’t included—yet. But with 92% of teachers supporting the idea, according to a Georgia Southern University survey, the push is gaining momentum. At Lakeside High in DeKalb, Principal Susan Stoddard said banning phones was a game-changer: “You heard kids talking again—actual conversations in the hallways.” Still, some parents worry about emergencies. Lawmakers? Divided. But this debate isn’t over. Not even close. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets 7- Sugar Hill Holiday STORY 4: Agency seeks more power to enforce campaign finance law Georgia’s election finance watchdog wants sharper teeth, and lawmakers might just hand them over. The State Ethics Commission says it needs more power to investigate campaign finance violations—like the $300,000 fine it slapped on Stacey Abrams’ nonprofit earlier this year for failing to disclose millions in donations and spending. Sen. Bill Cowsert, who’s running for attorney general, is leading the charge. “We need transparency,” he said. “Big money shouldn’t dominate politics.” But critics call it political theater, especially with Fulton DA Fani Willis now in the committee’s crosshairs. Meanwhile, the Ethics Commission says it’s hamstrung without stronger subpoena powers. The fight’s far from over. STORY 5: Corps of Engineers says below normal rainfall could make Lake Lanier hazardous Lake Lanier’s water level is holding steady—for now. As of last week, it sat at 1,065.51 feet, just a hair above the historic median of 1,065.39 feet for this time of year. But here’s the catch: rainfall’s been scarce lately, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is keeping a close watch. “The dry spell could mean lower levels ahead,” said Dustin Gautney from the Corps. And with Lanier’s hidden hazards—tree stumps, old roadbeds, even remnants of submerged towns—boaters and swimmers need to stay sharp. The advice? Wear your life jacket, watch for obstacles, and stay safe out there. We’ll be right back. Break 3: Sugar Hill Ice Skating Rink Final STORY 6: Loganville shooting suspect arrested in Lawrenceville A chaotic Friday afternoon unfolded as a shooting at a Loganville CVS ended with an arrest in downtown Lawrenceville. Loganville police issued a BOLO alert around 4 p.m. for a vehicle tied to a “serious incident” at the CVS on Atlanta Highway, where a woman had been shot in the head. Critical condition. No name released. Lawrenceville’s FLOCK cameras flagged the car near the Square. Officers swarmed West Crogan Street, shields up, and arrested the driver without a fight. The suspect’s name? Still under wraps. The victim? Airlifted to Grady. It’s a mess, and the investigation is ongoing. STORY 7: State raises red flags in Gwinnett Schools' CCRPI report Gwinnett County Public Schools is celebrating some wins in college and career readiness—but the state’s latest report card tells a more complicated story. Sure, GCPS outperformed Georgia in seven areas, mostly in elementary and middle schools. But high schools? They’re lagging. The only bright spot there is content mastery. And across all levels, the district is struggling to close gaps, especially in English Language Arts. Red flags? Plenty. Targets missed for multiple demographics—African-American, Hispanic, economically disadvantaged, and more. Progress scores for high schools dropped by over 10 points. The takeaway? There’s work to do. Wins are great, but gaps can’t be ignored. We’ll have closing comments after this Break 4: STRAND THEATRE Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. 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Costs creep up when you're feeding a family and homeschooling full-time. Today, Jenny Martin—founder of Southern Savers and homeschool mom of five— shares the simple system that cut her grocery bill by $500 in one month (18 years ago!), how to stock up the right way (without hoarding), where to find the best meat prices, and how to turn everyday shopping into a discipleship lab for financial stewardship. We also hit end-of-year power moves—IRAs, HSAs, insurance choices, and the 30-day “impulse pause” your kids (and you!) can actually use. This episode is a goldmine for homeschool families seeking to manage their finances wisely. Key Topics Covered: The 6-week grocery sale cycle and why buying only what's on sale changes everything Bulk meat the smart way (restaurant supply stores + vacuum sealing) Digital couponing that kids can run (Ibotta, Fetch, store apps) Delivery/pickup realities: when it saves time and when it costs more Homeschool savings: used curriculum, shared labs, fewer-but-better activities Discipleship through money: allowances vs. responsibilities, the 30-day want list Year-end checkups: IRAs (through April), HSA + high-deductible plans, tax withholding tune-up Resources mentioned Southern Savers (Connect with Jenny, grocery lists, weekly deals, Monday 8:30pm ET Q&A) Apps: Ibotta, Fetch, and your store's digital coupons (Publix, Kroger, CVS, Walgreens) Restaurant supply: US Foods Chef'Store, Gordon Food Service (regional) IRS Withholding Calculator (for a quick year-end check) Liberty University / LUOA: K–PhD pathways with a Christ-centered foundation. Teach Them Diligently 2026: Pigeon Forge, TN & Branson, MO (both in May). Buy early for best pricing at teachthemdiligently.net/events. Connect With Us: Instagram: @TeachThemDiligently Facebook: Teach Them Diligently YouTube: Teach Them Diligently Channel Subscribe + Share: If this episode helped you, take a minute to subscribe, rate, and share with another homeschool family. We sure would be grateful! Pack Shoeboxes and Earn Family Passes to Teach Them DiligentlyIf your family, co-op, church group, or community packs at least 25 shoeboxes, we would love to bless you with a free family registration in return. If you're a group, you can use that registration for your leader, as a raffle item or fundraiser, or to bless a specific family in your group. We will donate a registration for every 25 boxes you pack. Click HERE to find out how your group can be involved
With Mike away in Japan, we're coming to you with a special pre-recorded episode that is all over the place. Erin kicks things off by sipping a new Apple Ginger Red Bull from a PR package she's still mysteriously receiving. Mike shares his anxiety about attending his very first HOA meeting. Erin then dives into a rant about the new digital pyramid scheme: people making $80k a month by selling courses that only teach other people how to sell that same course. We also debate why mocktails cost the same as cocktails, provide a major update on the "Fish Hook Man", and recount Erin's existential crisis at CVS after a pharmacist told her the computer "will decide if you're real" and then declared "you don't exist." In our science segment, a study on Olympic athletes proves Erin is an Olympian, which leads to us being grossed out by the fact that we have skeletons and blood inside our bodies. In honor of Mike's trip, he shares amazing facts about Japan, including an airport that hasn't lost a bag in 30 years, vending machines that provide free drinks during earthquakes, the ability to rent an elderly man for $6.58/hour, and the incredible story of a baseball fan who passed a home run ball around the entire stadium before it was politely returned to her. We also investigate why the NFL makes fans return footballs caught in the stands and rant about TikTok's broken algorithm. We end by discussing the "cinematic" old school heist at the Louvre and sharing a heartwarming video of a fisherman celebrating tiny fish just so they don't feel left out.
On today's episode, Kara welcomes Lindsay Holden, Co-Founder of Odele Beauty — the clean, inclusive, and high-performing haircare brand redefining prestige beauty for all.After more than a decade in retail — including eight years as a merchant at Target — Lindsay and her two co-founders set out to build something different: a gender-neutral, salon-grade haircare brand that was affordable, transparent, and designed for real people. They launched Odele in 2020, reaching profitability within six months, and have since grown into more than 12,000 retail doors nationwide, including Target, Ulta, and CVS.In this episode, Lindsay shares how she turned her corporate experience into founder grit, the challenges of breaking into a crowded beauty aisle, and why progress over perfection has become her personal and professional mantra. We also dive into the brand's Odele For Good platform and how purpose, inclusion, and community are at the heart of everything they do. This episode is packed with lessons on leadership, building with intention, and creating products that make people feel seen. Don't miss it! Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @KaraGoldin on all networks. To learn more about Lindsay Holden and Odele Beauty:https://www.odelebeauty.comhttps://www.instagram.com/odelebeautyhttps://www.tiktok.com/@odelebeautyhttps://www.instagram.com/lindsayroseholdenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-holden-b44b941 Sponsored By:AG1 - Head to DrinkAG1.com/KARAGOLDIN to get a FREE Welcome Kit, including a bottle of Vitamin D and free AG1 Travel Packs, when you first subscribe!AuraFrames - Visit AuraFrames.com and get $45 off Aura's best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code KARA at checkout.Function Health - My first 1,000 listeners get a $100 credit toward their membership. Go to FunctionHealth.com/KARA or use code KARA100 at sign-up.LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/768
In this episode of Bowel Sounds, host Dr. Temara Hajjat talks to Dr. Katja Karrento, an Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin and pediatric gastroenterologist at Wisconsin Children's and an expert on DGBI. Dr. Karrento talks about the 2025 NASPGHAN guidelines for managing children with cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS). Learning objectivesUnderstand the new recommendations on managing CVSReviewing the guidelines on managing CVS and what has been added to the guidelines.Recognizing the limitations of the guidelines and side effects of the recommended medicationsLinks:2025 NAPSGHAN CVS management guidelines: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40223700/Support the showThis episode may be eligible for CME credit! Once you have listened to the episode, click this link to claim your credit. Credit is available to NASPGHAN members (if you are not a member, you should probably sign up). And thank you to the NASPGHAN Professional Education Committee for their review!As always, the discussion, views, and recommendations in this podcast are the sole responsibility of the hosts and guests and are subject to change over time with advances in the field.Check out our merch website!Follow us on Bluesky, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for all the latest news and upcoming episodes.Click here to support the show.
"If you're finishing this year feeling weary, take heart. God is not finished with you. He's still restoring, still strengthening, still writing redemption into your story. May we trade our striving for His rest and find hope for what's next. The same God who has held me, holds you too."Leave a comment for Karina: https://incourage.me/?p=255341--Pick up the winter issue of DaySpring's Everyday Faith Magazine! From cover to cover, you'll find stories of comfort and joy, including a Christmas Bible Reading Plan, tips to help you actually mail your holiday cards, a word of the year quiz, and new holiday recipes and traditions. Get your copy today on DaySpring.com or at your local Sam's Club, Costco, CVS, Walmart, or wherever you buy magazines. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!
check out my CVS storefront & lmk what i should add! https://creators.cvs.com/mypage/stellarae in this episode, i'm talking about something no one really warns you about...how lonely it can feel when you're actually growing and becoming your best self. when you start leveling up, setting boundaries, and letting go of people or habits that no longer serve you, it's powerful, but it can also feel isolating.i share my personal experiences with outgrowing friendships, learning to enjoy my own company, and why being alone during your “glow-up” era is actually the best thing that can happen to you. we're getting into self-trust, feminine energy, and how to navigate that weird in-between phase where you're not who you were, but not fully who you're becoming yet.✨ if you've ever felt like you're doing everything right — healing, growing, improving — but still feel disconnected or lonely, this one's for you.enjoy & dont forget to tweet/ig story me a screenshot of you listening!MY NEW WEBSITE!! Shop merch, sign up for my newsletter, book a coffee chat, & more: http://stellaraeherself.comGet $1000 off the health coach certification program I'm doing with promo code STELLACOACHING https://www.shareasale.com/u.cfm?d=1281553&m=96296&u=1030263I edit using Riverside! https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=stella-holtshop my new glo up merch!! https://stellarae.myspreadshop.com/instagram http://instagram.com/stellaraepodcastlisten to and/or support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/stella-raetiktok: http://tiktok.com/@stellaraeherselftwitter: http://twitter.com/stellaraegoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/10449999-stella-raemy fav books/products/health: https://www.amazon.com/shop/stellaraemy current filming set up:camera: https://amzn.to/4cEQiLOmicrophone: https://amzn.to/3Z2A5gctripod: https://amzn.to/3AEmxgKring light: https://amzn.to/3XxZrShbox lights: https://amzn.to/4e1Q1Ubportable light for phone: https://amzn.to/3XxZspjjoin my patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, merch discounts, behind the scenes, & more! https://www.patreon.com/stellaraepodlisten on spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DMbeh7EqiqgROIjvW0sI9listen on apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stella-rae-podcast/id125561818200:00 – you're proud of yourself… but also lonely?02:15 – why leveling up secretly feels isolating04:40 – america's obsession with “big friend groups”07:10 – the power of being okay alone09:35 – how to stop settling for low-vibe friendships11:30 – when your phone goes dry during your glow-up13:55 – how to actually make friends in your adult era15:40 – why small talk isn't cringe — it's powerful16:50 – being alone doesn't mean you're behind17:59 – trust yourself, you're becoming her#StellaRaePodcast
244: In this episode, I sat down in person with Alex Reese from Acrewell, a rising star in the land investing world and an absolute YouTube powerhouse. We talk through his journey from eating peanuts in a CVS to flipping hundreds of land deals, building a media brand, and creating a deep educational product for land buyers.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/244)Alex shares the highs, the lows, and the big mindset shifts that got him out of debt and into building real wealth. He also drops a ton of wisdom on soil issues, due diligence, price-per-acre myths, seller psychology, and how YouTube changed the game for him.If you're into land investing, building a brand, or just want to hear some crazy land deal stories, you'll get a ton from this one!