POPULARITY
Categories
In this episode of For The Dads with Former NFL Linebacker Will Compton, hosts Will and Sherm talk about family holiday traditions around Christmas time, Will saves the day by fixing his HVAC, and Sherm’s caught in the middle of a Mom vs Wifey debacle— all while keeping the episode fun, fresh and of course, under an hour. The episode kicks off with Will breaking down Rue’s new “look at me!” phase before they dive into some hilarious conversations, including: Sherm’s Daycare throwing him under the bus ScarScar rolls over for the first time Talking through new Christmas traditions Other highlights include: Some Santa talk amongst the boys Will has a bone to pick with the Polar Express
Adult daycare fraud will probably cost us another billion dollars. Esme Murphy, God bless her, conducted a pointless interview with Illhan Omar. Jeremiah Ellison actually wanted taxpayers to cover his travel expenses to Harvard. Keith Ellison thinks he has solved the thefts of Kia and Hyundai cars. Johnny Heidt with Gutair News.Heard On The Show:KSTP/SurveyUSA poll results: Trump, Walz both below 50% approval in MinnesotaWild owner revealed as Twins minority investor; Tom Pohlad takes over as club's top executiveMeet the 4 Republicans who defied House Speaker Mike Johnson on ACA subsidiesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
You're doing the boutique model—or so you think. But what if the system you've built is quietly holding you back from the business (and life) you really want? This episode will hit home for the photographers juggling it all and still wondering why things aren't clicking. In this heart-opening conversation, Sarah talks with Kim Phelan, a mom of four and in-home daycare owner who thought she had boutique figured out—until she realized she didn't. After joining Boutique Breakthrough, she revamped her entire process and made $5,559 from just three portrait sessions. Her story is one of reclaiming worth, community, and the right kind of support. ● Why doing boutique "by the book" might still be costing you money and peace of mind ● The power of purpose-driven selling (and how Kim made it feel joyful, not salesy) ● How real community changes everything when you're trying to do it all alone If you're feeling stretched thin, second-guessing your strategy, or wondering if change is really possible—this is the episode your heart's been waiting for. RESOURCES: Photography Business Tools to Get Started 37 CLIENTS WHO CAN HIRE YOU TODAY https://info.photographybusinessinstitute.com/37-clients-optin INSTAGRAM – DM me "Conversation Starters" for some genuine ways to strike up a conversation about your photography business wherever you are. https://www.instagram.com/sarah.petty FREE COPY: NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING BOOK FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS www.photographybusinessinstitute.com/freebook BOUTIQUE BREAKTHROUGH – 8-WEEK WORKSHOP www.photographybusinessinstitute.com/boutiquebreakthrough FREE FACEBOOK GROUP: Join and get my free mini-class: How I earned $1,500 per client working 16 hours a week by becoming a boutique photographer. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ditchthedigitals YOUTUBE: Check out my latest how to videos: https://www.youtube.com/photographybusinessinstitute LOVE THE SHOW? Subscribe & Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worth-every-penny-joycast/id1513676756
Jon continues with more fraud stories, including a hold on day care centers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jon continues with more fraud stories, including a hold on day care centers.
Osteomyelitis in children is common enough to miss and serious enough to matter. In this episode of PEM Currents, we review a practical, evidence-based approach to pediatric acute hematogenous osteomyelitis, focusing on diagnostic strategy, imaging decisions including FAST MRI, and modern antibiotic management. Topics include age-based microbiology, empiric and pathogen-directed antibiotic selection with dosing, criteria for early transition to oral therapy, and indications for orthopedic and infectious diseases consultation. Special considerations such as MRSA, Kingella kingae, daycare clustering, and shortened treatment durations are discussed with an emphasis on safe, high-value care. Learning Objectives After listening to this episode, learners will be able to: Identify the key clinical, laboratory, and imaging findings that support the diagnosis of acute hematogenous osteomyelitis in children, including indications for FAST MRI and contrast-enhanced MRI. Select and dose appropriate empiric and pathogen-directed antibiotic regimens for pediatric osteomyelitis based on patient age, illness severity, and local MRSA prevalence, and determine when early transition to oral therapy is appropriate. Determine when consultation with orthopedics and infectious diseases is indicated, and recognize clinical features that warrant prolonged therapy or more conservative management. References Woods CR, Bradley JS, Chatterjee A, et al. Clinical practice guideline by the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society and the Infectious Diseases Society of America: 2021 guideline on diagnosis and management of acute hematogenous osteomyelitis in pediatrics. J Pediatric Infect Dis Soc. 2021;10(8):801-844. doi:10.1093/jpids/piab027 Woods CR, Bradley JS, Chatterjee A, et al. Clinical practice guideline by the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society and the Infectious Diseases Society of America: 2023 guideline on diagnosis and management of acute bacterial arthritis in pediatrics. J Pediatric Infect Dis Soc. 2024;13(1):1-59. doi:10.1093/jpids/piad089 Stephan AM, Platt S, Levine DA, et al. A novel risk score to guide the evaluation of acute hematogenous osteomyelitis in children. Pediatrics. 2024;153(1):e2023063153. doi:10.1542/peds.2023-063153 Alhinai Z, Elahi M, Park S, et al. Prediction of adverse outcomes in pediatric acute hematogenous osteomyelitis. Clin Infect Dis. 2020;71(9):e454-e464. doi:10.1093/cid/ciaa211 Burns JD, Upasani VV, Bastrom TP, et al. Age and C-reactive protein associated with improved tissue pathogen identification in children with blood culture-negative osteomyelitis: results from the CORTICES multicenter database. J Pediatr Orthop. 2023;43(8):e603-e607. doi:10.1097/BPO.0000000000002448 Peltola H, Pääkkönen M. Acute osteomyelitis in children. N Engl J Med. 2014;370(4):352-360. doi:10.1056/NEJMra1213956 Transcript This transcript was provided via use of the Descript AI application Welcome to PEM Currents, the Pediatric Emergency Medicine Podcast. As always, I'm your host, Brad Sobolewski, and today we're covering osteomyelitis in children. We're going to talk about diagnosis and imaging, and then spend most of our time where practice variation still exists: antibiotic selection, dosing, duration, and the evidence supporting early transition to oral therapy. We'll also talk about when to involve orthopedics, infectious diseases, and whether daycare outbreaks of osteomyelitis are actually a thing. So what do I mean by pediatric osteomyelitis? In children, osteomyelitis is most commonly acute hematogenous osteomyelitis. That means bacteria seed the bone via the bloodstream. The metaphysis of long bones is particularly vulnerable due to vascular anatomy that favors bacterial deposition. Age matters. In neonates, transphyseal vessels allow infection to cross into joints, increasing the risk of concomitant septic arthritis. In older children, those vessels involute, and infection tends to remain metaphyseal and confined to bone rather than spreading into the joint. For children three months of age and older, empiric therapy must primarily cover Staphylococcus aureus, which remains the dominant pathogen. Other common organisms include group A streptococcus and Streptococcus pneumoniae. In children six to 36 months of age, especially those in daycare, Kingella kingae is an important and often underrecognized pathogen. Kingella infections are typically milder, may present with lower inflammatory markers, and frequently yield negative routine cultures. Kingella is usually susceptible to beta-lactams like cefazolin, but is consistently resistant to vancomycin and often resistant to clindamycin and antistaphylococcal penicillins. This has direct implications for empiric antibiotic selection. Common clinical features of osteomyelitis include fever, localized bone pain, refusal to bear weight, and pain with movement of an adjacent joint. Fever may be absent early, particularly with less virulent organisms like Kingella. A normal white blood cell count does not exclude osteomyelitis. Only about one-third of children present with leukocytosis. CRP and ESR are generally more useful, particularly CRP for monitoring response to therapy. No single CRP cutoff reliably diagnoses or excludes osteomyelitis in children. While CRP is elevated in most cases of acute hematogenous osteomyelitis, the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society and the Infectious Diseases Society of America note that high-quality data defining diagnostic thresholds are limited. A CRP above 20 milligrams per liter is commonly used to support clinical suspicion, with pooled sensitivity estimates around 80 to 85 percent, but no definitive value mandates the diagnosis. Lower values do not exclude disease, particularly in young children, as CRP is normal in up to 40 percent of Kingella kingae infections. CRP values tend to be higher in Staphylococcus aureus infections, especially MRSA, and higher levels are associated with complications such as abscess, bacteremia, and thrombosis, though specific cutoffs are not absolute. In summary, CRP is most useful for monitoring treatment response. It typically peaks two to four days after therapy initiation and declines rapidly with effective treatment, with a 50 percent reduction within four days seen in the majority of uncomplicated cases. Blood cultures should be obtained in all children with suspected osteomyelitis, ideally before starting antibiotics when feasible. In children, blood cultures alone can sometimes identify the pathogen. Plain radiographs are still recommended early, not because they're sensitive for acute osteomyelitis, but because they help exclude fracture, malignancy, or foreign body and establish a baseline. MRI with and without contrast is the preferred advanced imaging modality. MRI confirms the diagnosis, defines the extent of disease, and identifies complications such as subperiosteal abscess, physeal involvement, and concomitant septic arthritis. MRI findings can also guide the need for surgical consultation. Many pediatric centers now use FAST MRI protocols for suspected osteomyelitis, particularly from the emergency department. FAST MRI uses a limited sequence set, typically fluid-sensitive sequences like STIR or T2 with fat suppression, without contrast. These studies significantly reduce scan time, often avoid the need for sedation, and retain high sensitivity for bone marrow edema and soft tissue inflammation. FAST MRI is particularly useful when the clinical question is binary: is there osteomyelitis or not? It's most appropriate in stable children without high concern for abscess, multifocal disease, or surgical complications. If FAST MRI is positive, a full contrast-enhanced MRI may still be needed to delineate abscesses, growth plate involvement, or adjacent septic arthritis. If FAST MRI is negative but clinical suspicion remains high, further imaging may still be necessary. The Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society and the Infectious Diseases Society of America recommend empiric antibiotic selection based on regional MRSA prevalence, patient age, and illness severity, with definitive therapy guided by culture results and susceptibilities. Empiric therapy should never be delayed in an ill-appearing or septic child. In well-appearing, stable children, antibiotics may be briefly delayed to obtain imaging or tissue sampling, but this requires close inpatient observation. For children three months and older with non–life-threatening disease, empiric therapy hinges on local MRSA rates. In regions with low community-acquired MRSA prevalence, generally under 10 percent, reasonable empiric options include cefazolin, oxacillin, or nafcillin. When MRSA prevalence exceeds 10 to 20 percent, empiric therapy should include an MRSA-active agent. Clindamycin is appropriate when local resistance rates are low, while vancomycin is preferred when clindamycin resistance is common or the child has had significant healthcare exposure. For children with severe disease or sepsis, vancomycin is generally preferred regardless of local MRSA prevalence. Some experts recommend combining vancomycin with oxacillin or nafcillin to ensure optimal coverage for MSSA, group A streptococcus, and MRSA. In toxin-mediated or high-inoculum infections, the addition of clindamycin may be beneficial due to protein synthesis inhibition. Typical IV dosing includes cefazolin 100 to 150 milligrams per kilogram per day divided every eight hours; oxacillin or nafcillin 150 to 200 milligrams per kilogram per day divided every six hours; clindamycin 30 to 40 milligrams per kilogram per day divided every six to eight hours; and vancomycin 15 milligrams per kilogram every six hours for serious infections, with appropriate monitoring. Ceftaroline or daptomycin may be considered in select MRSA cases when first-line agents are unsuitable. For methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus, first-generation cephalosporins or antistaphylococcal penicillins remain the preferred parenteral agents. For oral therapy, high-dose cephalexin, 75 to 100 milligrams per kilogram per day divided every six hours, is preferred. Clindamycin is an alternative when beta-lactams cannot be used. For clindamycin-susceptible MRSA, clindamycin is the preferred IV and oral agent due to excellent bioavailability and bone penetration, and it avoids the renal toxicity associated with vancomycin. For clindamycin-resistant MRSA, vancomycin or ceftaroline are preferred IV agents. Oral options are limited, and linezolid is generally the preferred oral agent when transition is possible. Daptomycin may be used parenterally in children older than one year without pulmonary involvement, typically with infectious diseases and pharmacy input. Beta-lactams remain the drugs of choice for Kingella kingae, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Streptococcus pneumoniae. Vancomycin has no activity against Kingella, and clindamycin is often ineffective. For Salmonella osteomyelitis, typically seen in children with sickle cell disease, third-generation cephalosporins or fluoroquinolones are used. In underimmunized children under four years, consider Haemophilus influenzae type b, with therapy guided by beta-lactamase production. Doxycycline has not been prospectively studied in pediatric acute hematogenous osteomyelitis. There are theoretical concerns about reduced activity in infected bone and risks related to prolonged therapy. While short courses are safe for certain infections, the longer durations required for osteomyelitis increase the risk of adverse effects. Doxycycline should be considered only when no other active oral option is available, typically in older children, and with infectious diseases consultation. It is not appropriate for routine treatment. Many hospitals automatically consult orthopedics when children are admitted with osteomyelitis, and this is appropriate. Early orthopedic consultation should be viewed as team-based care, not failure of medical management. Consult orthopedics when MRI shows abscess or extensive disease, there is concern for septic arthritis, the child fails to improve within 48 to 72 hours, imaging suggests devitalized bone or growth plate involvement, there is a pathologic fracture, the patient is a neonate, or diagnostic bone sampling or operative drainage is being considered. Routine surgical debridement is not required for uncomplicated cases. Infectious diseases consultation is also often automatic and supported by guidelines. ID is particularly valuable for antibiotic selection, dosing, IV-to-oral transition, duration decisions, bacteremia management, adverse reactions, and salvage regimens. Even in straightforward cases, ID involvement often facilitates shorter IV courses and earlier oral transition. Osteomyelitis is generally not contagious, and clustering is uncommon for Staphylococcus aureus. Kingella kingae is the key exception. It colonizes the oropharynx of young children and spreads via close contact. Clusters of invasive Kingelladisease have been documented in daycare settings. Suspicion should be higher in children six to 36 months from the same daycare, with recent viral illness, mild systemic symptoms, refusal to bear weight, modest CRP elevation, and negative routine cultures unless PCR testing is used. Public health intervention is not typically required, but awareness is critical. There is no minimum required duration of IV therapy for uncomplicated acute hematogenous osteomyelitis. Transition to oral therapy should be based on clinical improvement plus CRP decline. Many children meet criteria within two to six days. Oral antibiotics must be dosed higher than standard outpatient regimens to ensure adequate bone penetration. Common regimens include high-dose cephalexin, clindamycin, or linezolid in select cases. The oral agent should mirror the IV agent that produced clinical improvement. Total duration is typically three to four weeks, and in many cases 15 to 20 days is sufficient. MRSA infections or complicated cases usually require four to six weeks. Early oral transition yields outcomes comparable to prolonged IV therapy with fewer complications. Most treatment-related complications occur during parenteral therapy, largely due to catheter-related issues. Take-home points: osteomyelitis in children is a clinical diagnosis supported by labs and MRI. Empiric antibiotics should be guided by age, illness severity, and local MRSA prevalence. Early transition to high-dose oral therapy is safe and effective when clinical response and CRP support it. Orthopedics and infectious diseases consultation improve care and reduce variation. FAST MRI is changing how we diagnose osteomyelitis. Daycare clustering is uncommon except with Kingella kingae. That's all for this episode. If there are other topics you'd like us to cover, let me know. If you have the time, leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. It helps more people find the show and learn from it. For PEM Currents, this has been Brad Sobolewski. See you next time.
Did you know that the packages food and other products come in can build children's fine motor skills and independent abilities? What happens when the packaging of items changes? Join Cindy and Alison to discuss how we can maintain basic skills in this era of quick convenience.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
What happens to your business when the economy shifts, jobs disappear, and your clients start feeling the pressure before you do? How resilient is your pricing, your positioning, and your client base if AI starts replacing roles your customers rely on? And what really changes when you experience Dom's coaching in person — not through a screen, not in theory, but live and unfiltered? In this episode, Dom pulls back the curtain on why Teija Heikkilä was the only choice for keynote speaker at IMPACT 2026 — and why her message lands harder now than ever before. Teija isn't talking hypotheticals. She's built, scaled, and sold multiple pet care businesses, and now helps owners do the same through PetVetMa. Her lens is simple, uncomfortable, and powerful: every business owner exits — the only question is how well. You'll hear Dom and Teija in conversation discussing premium pricing, asset value, exit planning, and a topic most people are skirting around: AI and the knock-on effect it will have on jobs, income, and consumer behaviour. Not from a "tech bro" angle — but from a practical, business-owner perspective. If your clients lose income, change jobs, or feel uncertain… what does that mean for your business? And how do you insulate yourself from that now? Alongside that, Dom shares behind-the-scenes insight from a recent in-person consultation day with Adam Elderfield, PBIC Marketer of the Year. In a single day, they fixed leaks, uncovered hidden money, ruled out entire business directions Adam didn't want — and mapped a clearer, more profitable future. Dom explains why this kind of clarity simply doesn't happen by accident… and why events like IMPACT compress years of trial and error into days. You'll also hear a teaser about the 2026 PBIC Marketer of the Year, what's coming next, and why the people who win in this industry are always the ones willing to get in the room, challenge their thinking, and build businesses designed to last — not just survive. In this episode, you'll discover: Why Teija's Perspective Is Different – Built it. Sold it. Repeated it. And now teaches owners how to do the same. AI, Jobs & the Economy – How shifts outside your business can quietly wreck unprepared ones — and how to stay ahead. Build It to Sell (Even If You Never Do) – Why exit thinking makes your business stronger today, not later. What In-Person Coaching Really Unlocks – Why one focused day beats months of calls and content. Why IMPACT Isn't Just Another Event – Strategy, pressure, perspective, and momentum — live, not theoretical. If you want to understand where the industry is heading — and how to build a business that thrives no matter what changes next — then IMPACT 2026 is where those conversations are happening. If you're tired of being busy, burned out, and underpaid… and you're ready to transform your daycare into a premium, experience-heavy, profit-driven powerhouse… this is the event you've been waiting for. And if you want one of the first 50 tickets — and the $500 savings that comes with them — go to www.petbusinessmarketing.com/impact2026 To grab a copy of my latest book Mission Enrich, click here now Huge thanks to our sponsors PawPal, who's amazing services you can find more about here:
A listener is upset after her kid was kicked out of daycare for cursing around other kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cindy and Alison discuss several children's books that did not exist when they were young but are valuable resources for teaching social-emotional skills and emotional regulation. Time to update your book collection? Check this episode first!Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cindy's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
That brilliant idea was a little later in the show. We first talked about Baby Jesus, ICE, and and Omaha bathroom shootout (that was all one topic), and some other stuff, too.
What if you could transform your daycare into the Disney of your town, the place affluent owners brag about, pay more for, and refuse to leave? What would happen to your business if you mastered experience, enrichment, pricing, systems, and upsells in just two days? And what could next year look like if you finally stopped running a wacky warehouse… and started running a wonderland for dogs? In this week's episode, I come in hot with the announcement I've been dying to make: The Disnify Your Dog Daycare LIVE Impact Success Summit is coming to ORLANDO in 2026. And it's going to be the biggest, boldest, most transformational event I have ever delivered. Before diving into the details, I recap an emotional and breakthrough-filled week inside the UK Elite Mastermind – complete with hotseats, tears, major wins, as well as behavioural psychology insights from guest speaker Mike Samuels, and a stack of 90-day action plans that will fuel major business growth well into the new year. Then, I unveil the full vision behind the 2026 Impact Summit, and how those smart enough to attend will walk away having become experts on premium pricing, systemisation, ascension, upsells, staff culture, enrichment, and showmanship… this is the ultimate masterclass for dog daycare and pet resort owners who want to rise above the competition. In this episode, you'll discover: • The Magic of Experience – How to use Disney's "Everything Speaks" principle to make every square foot of your facility sell for you. • The Business of Enchantment – Why the next generation of premium pet care is EXPERIENCE-led, not operationally led. • How to Imagineer Your Empire – The exit-ready operations map that makes your business scalable, sellable, and self-running. • Ascension Secrets – Disney's client journey playbook and how to turn one service into multiple revenue streams. • Showmanship & Sales Choreography – How to turn your staff into cast members who sell confidently and consistently. If you're tired of being busy, burned out, and underpaid… and you're ready to transform your daycare into a premium, experience-heavy, profit-driven powerhouse… this is the event you've been waiting for. And if you want one of the first 50 tickets — and the $500 savings that comes with them — go to www.petbusinessmarketing.com/impact2026 To grab a copy of my latest book Mission Enrich, click here now Huge thanks to our sponsors PawPal, who's amazing services you can find more about here: https://pawpal.uk
Daycare owner Anndrea Caruth was a pillar of her community in the Bronx, dedicated to improving the lives of the children in her community. When she disappears without a trace - leaving behind her keys, wallet, and phone like she would return any second - her friends jump into action to call in the investigators. Eventually the solution to her disappearance would be uncovered closer to home than anyone thought. Find and watch "The Untraceable Scent: New York Homicide" on Peacock WE'RE ON YOUTUBE - Want to view the episodes and not just listen? Check our new video feed to see full video episodes starting today. CLICK HERE TO WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE! OUR MERCH STORE IS BACK - AND ON SALE! Missed out on the merch drops earlier this year? From now until the end of the year, you can grab all of our remaining stock of merchandise for 30% off! Shop now!! LOOKING FOR MORE TCO? On our Patreon feed, you'll find over 400 FULL AD-FREE BONUS episodes to BINGE RIGHT NOW, including our episode-by-episode coverage of popular documentary series like Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God, LulaRich, and The Curious Case of Natalia Grace; classics like The Jinx, Making A Murderer, and The Staircase; and well-known cases like The Menendez Murders, Casey Anthony: American Murder Mystery, and The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and so many more! Episode Sponsors: Hiya - The pediatrician-approved superpowered chewable vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order at www.hiyahealth.com/TCO Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.RocketMoney.com/obsessed today. IQ Bar - The better for you, plant protein snacks. Text TCO to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping Function - Own your health for $365 a year - a dollar a day! Visit www.functionhealth.com/TCO or use gift code TCO25 for a $25 credit towards your membership. Bilt - Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood, wherever you call home, by going to www.joinbilt.com/tco Join the TCO Community! Follow True Crime Obsessed on Instagram and TikTok, and join us on Facebook at the True Crime Obsessed Podcast Discussion Group! AND INTRODUCING THE NEW TCO DISCORD CHANNEL AS WELL!!!
Is she a jerk for taking her kid to daycare? full 853 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:27:11 +0000 kTgBkiQBNW2QJ31aafkn5guv69Sx6a5A society & culture Alley and DZ on demand society & culture Is she a jerk for taking her kid to daycare? If you missed Alley and DZ this morning on 103.7 KISS-FM – you can catch up with the show here! Every show. Every day. No commercials, no music. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link
Marty talks about expense and availability of Day Care
Huge news in the Johnson-household this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gen Z is apparently 'unemployable', Lola graduated from Day Care and Britt's theory about tv shows getting dumber is apparently a real thing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join Cindy and Alison as they highlight the impacts of chronic absenteeism on children's development and learning, as well as strategies to combat this national epidemic.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cindy's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
There's a new daycare opening soon. It incorporates health, wellness and faith! Check out our recent chat with Alison of Abundant Blessings Daycare
Send us a textDr. Chastain and Ginger would like you to learn more about:Growth of dog daycaresRisks for dogs in dog daycaresProactive efforts to protect dogs in daycaresLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
When children fight, everyone is struggling. We have been told for years to "attend to the victim," which is one piece of what is needed. The aggressor needs you, too! Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how we can care for the aggressor and help them, too.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cindy's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
This is by no means an ad... but we love what McDonalds is doing with the Grinch meal. Now its got the wheels spinning for Joe...
This is by no means an ad... but we love what McDonalds is doing with the Grinch meal. Now its got the wheels spinning for Joe... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
430 | Interview with Matthew Brenner - Mastering Organic Marketing for Martial Arts Schools Podcast Description In this episode, Duane and Allie sit down with Matthew Brenner from Action Karate and Double Your Dojo to discuss organic marketing strategies that actually work for martial arts schools. Matthew shares his proven 3-domino system for getting into schools and daycares, creating programs that administrators love, and converting leads through mass enrollments—without discounts or trials. If you've ever struggled with school programs that don't produce results, this episode is a game-changer. Episode Length: 61 minutesGuest: Matthew Brenner (doubleyourdojo.com) Key Takeaways 1. Organic Marketing Is More Relevant Than Ever After COVID, online marketing became more difficult due to consumer distrust and ad fatigue. People are inundated with ads and ignore most of them. Organic marketing—going directly to schools, daycares, and businesses—creates real connections with high-quality leads who live and work in your area. 2. The 3-Domino System for School Programs Matthew breaks down his proven system into three critical dominoes: Domino #1: Hack Your Way In - Getting rejected once doesn't mean you can't get in—you just used the wrong approach - If the front door doesn't work, try the back door or a side window - Bring a female instructor when possible—it softens the approach - Private schools are typically easier to start with than public schools - Don't give up after one “no”—rejection is often about timing, approach, or the person you spoke with Domino #2: Create a Program Schools Actually Want Stop teaching bully prevention—it often creates more problems for administrators Ask principals and guidance counselors what challenges they're facing Customize 20% of your program based on their specific needs Align with their character themes, mascot values, or monthly focus areas Tell them the catch upfront: “We do this for free because goodwill goes far in the community, and we know some kids will want to train at our school” Always take pictures and collect testimonials—they become assets you can use year after year Domino #3: Master the Mass Enrollment Don't do satellite programs—get kids to come to your school instead Pre-heat your leads so they're ready to enroll when they arrive Aim for 20-40% conversion at your mass enrollment event No trials, no discounted tuition—enroll them at full price on day one Film your enrollments and review the footage to improve 3. Simplify Your Pricing Structure Most martial arts schools have pricing sheets that look more complicated than applying for a mortgage. If you can't explain your pricing to a second-grader, it's too complicated. Stick to 1-3 clear options with no confusing percentages, discounts, or down payments. 4. Answer Objections Before They're Raised If you answer an objection after someone brings it up, you sound defensive. If you answer it before they bring it up, you sound insightful. Examples: - “I'll send you an email explaining how it works, but let me answer any questions you have now.” - “We do this for free because goodwill goes far, and some kids will want to train at our school.” 5. Film Everything and Review Game Footage Professional athletes watch film to improve—martial arts school owners should too. Film your classes, your school visits, and your enrollment presentations. You'll catch things you never noticed: kids spinning in the corner, parents walking in ungreeted, instructors missing corrections, or yourself rambling during a sales pitch. 6. Ask Permission During Sales Presentations Getting parents to physically raise their hands and give you permission before transitioning to the enrollment offer makes them comfortable and engaged. It removes the “icky” feeling from sales and creates a natural flow. 7. High-Quality Leads Are Worth Thousands When you collect 90 leads from a school program, you're getting high-quality contacts from people who live in your area and have already connected with you. If you had to pay for those leads through Facebook ads at $20-$50 each, you'd be spending thousands of dollars. 8. Daycares vs. Schools: Know the Difference Daycares are good for practice and building your system Schools have 10x the number of kids and better conversion rates Only teach kids who are age-eligible for your program—don't waste time on 2-year-olds if you don't teach them 9. Successful People Keep Learning Most of Matthew's clients are already successful—making over $100k/month or running multiple locations. Successful people are always looking for new ways to improve. They invest in coaching, attend events, and stay open to feedback. 10. The Black Belt Business Newsletter Matthew publishes a free 3-minute newsletter three times per week covering how to get new students, keep your students, and build your staff—with no fluff, all strategy. Action Steps for School Owners 1. Start with Private Schools First They typically have fewer restrictions and are easier to get into. Build your confidence and refine your system before tackling public school districts. 2. Research Local Schools' Character Programs Find out if they have a theme of the month, mascot values, or character development focus. Align your program with what they're already teaching. 3. Create Your “Hack Your Way In” Script Practice saying: “We do free programs at local schools where we teach fitness and character development. I'd love to schedule a quick 10-15 minute meeting to see if we can help.” 4. Simplify Your Pricing Review your tuition sheet. If it has more than 3 options or requires a calculator to understand, simplify it immediately. Make it as clear as a gym membership. 5. Film Your Next Class or Enrollment Set up a camera and record yourself teaching or presenting. Watch the footage and take notes on what you did well and what needs improvement. 6. Build Your Permission-Based Sales Framework Practice asking parents for permission before transitioning to your enrollment offer. Example: “Before I explain how our program works, do I have your permission to share how families can get started?” 7. Collect 90+ Leads from Your First Program Set a goal to collect contact information from at least 90 families. These are high-quality leads worth thousands in ad spend. 8. Aim for 20-40% Conversion at Mass Enrollments If you have 30 people attend your graduation/enrollment event, aim to enroll 6-12 families that day at full price with no trials. 9. Take Pictures and Collect Testimonials Every time you visit a school, take photos and ask teachers for testimonials. These become assets you can use when staff changes or when approaching new schools. 10. Subscribe to the Black Belt Business Newsletter Get free, actionable strategies delivered three times per week. Contact Matthew Brenner on Instagram (@BlackBeltBrenner1) or Facebook to subscribe. Additional Resources Mentioned Matthew Brenner's Programs: Double Your Dojo coaching program Black Belt Business Newsletter (free, 3x/week) Black Belt Business Podcast Action Karate Franchise: 34 locations, one of the most successful martial arts organizations in the world Duane's Experience: Successfully implemented Matthew's system, raising prices mid-summer and enrolling 6 students at the new pricing structure during his first mass enrollment Allie's Insight: Plans to revisit school programs after 20+ years of avoiding them due to poor results Adam Kiefer's Impact Mastermind: Event where Matthew recently spoke and shared strategies Game Film Review: Matthew offers coaching that includes reviewing video footage of classes and enrollment presentations Final Thought Organic marketing isn't about gimmicks or shortcuts—it's about building real relationships with schools, creating programs that solve their problems, and converting leads through a structured, repeatable system. Matthew Brenner's 3-domino approach has helped over 100 martial arts schools fill their programs without relying on expensive ads or complicated funnels. Whether you're a brand-new school owner or running multiple locations, the strategies in this episode can help you tap into a consistent source of high-quality leads right in your community. Ready to take action? Start with one school, one program, and one mass enrollment. Film it, review it, and get better each time. Want to connect with other martial arts school owners who are implementing these strategies? Join the School Owner Talk Facebook group, subscribe to the podcast, and leave a review to help other school owners find this valuable content.
Has anyone ever said to you, "That's a feeling, not a fact." Exactly how dismissive does that feel? Of course it does, because your feelings and the emotions of children are a fact! Join Cindy and Alison as they talk more about feelings as facts and how to interact with children who may have more than one feeling for each situation.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cindy's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
This week I'm chatting to Bonnie Anderson (singer & former Neighbours star) & Sam about life after 2 children, we delve into:
Ontario signed a 1-year renewal contract with Ottawa earlier this week, keeping childcare between $19-$22/day. Instead of a 5-year renewal, Provincial Education Minister Paul Calandra wants the federal government to address Ontario's $2 billion shortfall, or else daily fees for families will increase. Meantime, Ontario's Auditor General said Ontario wasn't meeting it's ECE staffing targets, nor was it building enough spaces to satisfy the 5.9 : 10 ratio requirement set out by Ottawa.Host Maria Kestane speaks to David Macdonald, Senior Economist at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives to discuss their recent report on childcare deserts across the country, and how close Ontario is to lowering the average childcare price to $10/day. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter
TGIF! we have an amazing show for you today, moose is away on baby moose sitting duties and you can only imagine how that is going for him, stay tuned next week for that shamozzle. we have some unreal emails to kick off the show, an apple completely ruined a teachers day and undies resulting in a hefty detention for the OOT. We look into the dangerous world of kids toys from a bygone era including the finger eating Cabbage Patch Doll. we discuss the old playground equipment that we lost many a good mate too, The spring horse of death had many a young kid toothless. we would just like to thank each and everyone of you legends for tuning in each week you probably dont know how much you guys help us with our own brains by just showing up each week and listening and being part of the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
For the latest and most important news of the day | https://www.thecanadianpressnews.ca To watch daily news videos, follow us on YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@CdnPress The Canadian Press on X (formerly Twitter) | https://twitter.com/CdnPressNews The Canadian Press on LinkedIn | https://linkedin.com/showcase/98791543
Salt Lake City Police has released body cam footage from an officer-involved shooting that resulted in a man's death. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means talk through what the video shows. Plus, the Salt Lake County Council extends daycare closing a senior center and local shoutouts. Resources and references: Salt Lake County Council extends daycare operations on chopping block through May [FOX 13] Vote to close Salt Lake City senior center creates rift within Salt Lake County Council [KSL] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ICO Harmons Salt Lake Sewciety Visit Walla Walla Woodward Park City Live Crude - Get $10 off your first CRUDE purchase with promo code CITYCASTSLC Cozy Earth - use code COZYSALTLAKE for 40% off best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more
No two children are alike, and no two children experience their early childhood program in the same way. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss what this means for the assumptions we make and how we need to teach each of the children in our care.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cindy's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
November 10th, 2025
Ald. Matt Martin, 47th Ward, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the day care worker arrested by ICE in front of children in Roscoe Village. Ald. Martin shares that there aren’t any updates on the worker’s condition as she remains in the Broadview ICE facility, but he reports the actions of ICE leading up and during […]
SUBSCRIBE TO JORDAN'S FREE NEWSLETTER. Get the facts, without the spin. UNBIASED offers a clear, impartial recap of US news, including politics, elections, legal news, and more. Hosted by lawyer Jordan Berman, each episode provides a recap of current political events plus breakdowns of complex concepts—like constitutional rights, recent Supreme Court rulings, and new legislation—in an easy-to-understand way. No personal opinions, just the facts you need to stay informed on the daily news that matters. If you miss how journalism used to be, you're in the right place. In today's episode: Major Results of This Weeks Elections Around the Country (1:18) What We Know About When November SNAP Benefits Will Be Paid (9:26) Supreme Court to Decide Fate of Trump's Tariffs; Here's Everything You Need to Know About the Case, Arguments, and What Might Happen (15:01) Quick Hitters: FAA to Reduce Flights Friday, Dick Cheney Dies, Nancy Pelosi Won't Seek Re-Election, Shutdown Breaks Record for Longest Shutdown, Two Men Arrested in Connection with Harvard Explosion, IRS to Dismantle Direct File (33:06) Rumor Has It: Does New Rule Ban LGBTQ Individuals from Loan Forgiveness? Did ICE Throw Tear Gas Outside of an Elementary School? Did ICE Arrest a Teacher at a Daycare? (36:22) Critical Thinking Segment (44:01) **Time stamps above are subject to change due to ad slots. SUBSCRIBE TO JORDAN'S FREE NEWSLETTER. Watch this episode on YouTube. Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok. All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Californian Republicans are pushing back against Prop 50. Daycare providers are still struggling to reopen after the Eaton fire. Mountain lion spotting in Orange County. Plus more, from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
It's time for Republicans to end the filibuster but once again certain GOP senators are pulling the rug under the American people. The shutdown drags on, the effects are no SNAP, no pay for government employees, and flights cancelled and delayed as the holidays approach, Congressman Andy Biggs chimes in. The election of Mamdani may just be the start of a bigger picture of Islamists and their agenda. What is their agenda? Dr. Zuhdi Jasser chimes in with his warning. Plus, Chicago illegal uses daycare as sanctuary, but the media spins it to a helpless teacher, Arizona politics must adjust or else go down the road of New York, and apparently white privilege is also based on how fat you are.
4:20 pm: The Jordan School District Board recently approved a $700,000 bid to build a greenhouse at Herriman High School, which has raised the ire of some parents in the district. One of those parents, Shawn Mathis, hopes to get the approval overturned and joins the show to discuss his concerns.4:38 pm: Salt Lake County Councilwoman Aimee Winder Newton joins the program for a conversation about a controversial decision by the council to close several county-operated daycare centers at the end of the calendar year.6:05 pm: Chase Jennings, Founder of the Jennings Strategy Group and a former spokesman for the Department of Homeland Security, joins the show to discuss his piece for RedState on how the GOP must learn to win elections without Donald Trump on the ballot.6:38 pm: Adam Coleman, Founder of WrongSpeak Publishing, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his piece in the New York Post about how the Democratic Party is giving in to radicals like Zohran Mamdani.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's comments about an ICE detention at a daycare on Chicago's North side.
Reddit rSlash Storytime r maliciouscompliance where Daycare wants my office to park in our reserved spaces while they use ours too. We did. Ok my turn now You accuse us of time theft and being unproductive? Then look forward to an inbox full of unnecessary reports. Well guess i will take lunch then. Use Slow Computer for Demanding Project Can't get simple office accessories? I'll bring my own ASM gives me more work and it backfires spectacularly Kevin Vs The Team Use only the official uniform. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of For The Dads with Former NFL Linebacker Will Compton, hosts Will and Sherm discuss how the guys spent their Halloween Weekends, chat through the PT6 Homework and the importance of Family Core Values, and comfort Sherm as he drops Scarlett off for the first day of daycare —all while keeping the episode fun, light and of course, under an hour. The episode kicks off with the guys recapping the first ever PT6 Meet Up before they dive into some hilarious conversations, including: The Saturday Night Stream that included ScarScar The importance of Parents having their own time Trick or Treating Highlights from the Weekend Other highlights include: Our best Dad Hack to date An AMAZING Lesson from Ole Willy One Shelf
Remember Chris Hansen? The former NBC Dateline reporter is still at it—this time teaming up with Maryland deputies to catch alleged child predators in a first-of-its-kind sting operation. Police in Texas and California have cracked separate Lego theft rings. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Salt Lake County’s decision to close county-run daycares has parents sounding off. We hear their concerns and what officials are saying in response. KSL NewsRadio's Heather Peterson walks through the details.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on new condemnation of ICE activity on Chicago's North side.
For years, we have done activities with infants and toddlers that were pushed down from what older children are ready to do. It is time we advocate for infants, toddlers, and the staff who work with them by insisting that our activities and interactions are developmentally appropriate for this age group. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what we've done and what is actually how we should work with infants and toddlers.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cindy's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
Research has revealed that there is a decline in parents reading to their children. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss why this might be happening and the impact of bringing reading with children back.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cindy's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
Morgan wants to get revenge on her husband Aaron for how he got their son denied from a daycare center! Follow us on socials! @themorningmess
Finding the right daycare can be one of the most trying parts of being a parent. There are so many things to consider between schedules, kid to teacher ratio, teaching methods, price and much more. What else should parents be looking for that's not listed on a daycare's website? This week on the podcast Jennifer and Laura will tell you the questions you need to ask and the red flags to look out for. Plus, they'll talk to a mom with a very busy little one that is more interested in playtime than dinnertime. Why the 20 minute rule is a game changer when you have an active little one.
A very disturbing instance of animal cruelty has taken place after an employee allegedly beat a dog to death at a dog daycare in Ballard. The Mariners won again and are two wins away from their first World Series appearance. Guest: UW atmospheric sciences professor Cliff Mass says the weather is going to take a cooler and wetter turn this weekend. // We don’t appear to be getting any closer to ending the government shutdown. // There’s going to be another incredibly high property tax on the ballot in Seattle this year.
Lindsie is having to decide whether or not to allow Jackson to have a motorbike. Her and Kristen discuss the challenges of co-parenting decisions regarding safety and beyond. Also, Lindsie shares her frustrations with brand partnerships from an influencer and customer perspective, and Kristen has some thoughts on a tragic incident at an unlicensed daycare involving dogs.Thank you to our sponsors!Branch Basics: Get 15% off with the code southerntea at Branchbasics.com/Southerntea #branchbasicspodHers: Start your free online visit today at forhers.com/SOUTHERNTEA for your personalized weight loss treatment. Restrictions apply.Honeylove: Save 20% off by going to honeylove.com/Southerntea! #honeylovepodHiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/SOUTHERNTEAIQBar: Text TEA to 64000 for 20% off all IQBar products, plus FREE shipping. By Texting 64000, you agree to receive recurring automated marketing messages from IQBAR. Message and data rates may apply. No purchase required. Terms apply, available at IQBAR.com. Reply "STOP" to stop, "HELP" for helpNurture Life: For 55% off your order + FREE shipping, head to NurtureLife.com/TEA55 and use code TEA55Nutrafol: Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter code SOUTHERNTEASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.