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The best call-in car talk show in America! Under The Hood. We take your live calls and get you answers to all your car repair problems fast. Give us a call today. Here are today's callers.  Why is my oil so expensive now? 1. 91 Toyota with a steering column that won't tilt. 2. 1923 Model T stuff 3. Installing a drain plug in a transmission pan 4. Ford 6.2 oil change earlier than 12k miles and once a year. 5. 07 Denali exhaust tick or lifters?

The late Senator Lindsey Graham would have fit right in as a Chicago alderman. Ben riffs. Denali adds her thoughts on parking meters, privatization scams, TIFs, handouts to the rich, and the DSA. Denali is an independent researcher and political activist.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Photo: Soren White working at the Harry Race Pharmacy in Sitka, Alaska on July 10, 2026. (Katherine Rose / KCAW) Historically, pharmacists in Alaska have been limited in what they can do. Over the last decade they have advocated for and been granted expanded authority. Now, a new law goes further. Alaska Public Media health reporter Rachel Cassandra delved into the law, which will increase access to care by changing how pharmacists can work in the state. Soren White grew up in a pharmacy. “Both my parents are pharmacists here in Sitka.” As a young adult, he worked as a pharmacy tech, then went to school in Oregon to become a pharmacist. That included a four-year graduate program with clinical training, but when he returned to Sitka, Alaska for a job at his parents’ pharmacies, his daily work was much more limited. “Typically we’ve been really stuck behind the counter, counting pills.” A new state law expands what White and other pharmacists can do as part of their practice. Starting in next January, they will be able to test and treat certain ailments, like strep throat, urinary tract infections, or the flu. State Rep. Justin Ruffridge (R-AK) is a pharmacist who supported the bill. He says pharmacists in rural areas play a vital role. “We are the most highly accessible healthcare professional.” Data shows people see pharmacists up to twice as often as primary care providers. The law builds on other legislation that has helped increase pharmacists’ authority in recent years. The bill passed by wide margins in both the Alaska House and Senate. Gov. Mike Dunleavy (R-AK) vetoed it, saying it would expand the scope of practice too much and too fast, but lawmakers had enough support to override his veto. Brandy Seignemartin is executive director for the Alaska Pharmacy Association. She helped write the legislation and says it will change healthcare in the state. “Patients are gonna be able to walk into community pharmacies and have access to care for minor ailments, test and treat.” She says that is really important in a rural state like Alaska and it will be easier for pharmacists to set up collaborative agreements where they work with a provider. With more training, that could include specialists. For example, she says initially a psychiatrist could diagnose the patient, but then work with a pharmacist to optimize their medication, so the patient does not need to see the psychiatrist every single visit. She says the new law also opens the door to pharmacists covering other healthcare gaps, especially for Alaska’s vulnerable populations, including HIV prevention medication like PrEP and PEP and medications for opioid use disorder. It also would create a pathway for pharmacists to be able to get a DEA license so they can prescribe those medications. She thinks that will be a major game changer for the ongoing opioid crisis in Alaska. Molly from Denali at a Heard Museum meet-and-greet on July 11, 2026. (Photo: Gabriel Pietrorazio) Molly of Denali made her groundbreaking debut on PBS Kids back in 2019. The animated Alaska Native girl is the first Indigenous lead of a nationally distributed children's series. And as KJZZ's Gabriel Pietrorazio reports, she made a stop in Phoenix, Ariz. If you visit the Heard Museum between now through August, you will come across an Alaskan village where you can tag along with Molly on all of her wild adventures – from flying a bush plane to riding a snowmobile, wearing snowshoes or smoking salmon. “We brought Alaska to Arizona” Patty Talahongva (Hopi) is the museum's chief programming and engagement officer. “…and therefore the Heard Museum is the coolest place in town.” Alison Nicolosi is director of the nonprofit AZ Husky Rescue. “You never know when you're going to find your best friend, and sometimes it might be at the museum.” AZ Husky Rescue co-founders Alison Nicolosi, left, and Veronica Reece with Marley, an adoptable dog, at the Heard Museum on July 12, 2026. (Photo: Gabriel Pietrorazio) Sadly for Heard employee Susan Taylor, Max the husky has already found a new home. “Oh my gosh, there's one that I'm trying to adopt. He claimed me like no other.” But there are still plenty more pups – maybe enough for a pack to pull a dog sled. Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out today’s Native America Calling episode Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – Native Playlist: Shub and Darksiderz

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email)Long time Healy residents as well as guides, educators, writers and Airbnb cleaners Patrice and Justin La Vigne sit down with Jennie to talk about the best of Denali, how you should spend your time, and how to go deeper with this magical park.Read more about living and working in Denali on Patrice's blog. And if you are looking for a yurt to rent in Denali during your vacation, also check out this website: wanderinglavignes.comPatrice's InstagramJustin's InstagramJoin the Alaska Planning Club on Patreon and ask me anything!Sign up for Jennie's email list (and get the free packing list)Jennie's digital workshops and planners (save 10% with code: podcast)Follow Jennie on InstagramSupport the show

Jace and Denali embark on a bonus episode, reviewing the 1992 Stephen King film SLEEPWALKERS! This movie is King's first screenplay that was not adapted from one of his existing books. It stars Madchen Amick (of Twin Peaks fame) who faces a mother and son that are part of an immortal race of cat-human hybrids which travel from town to town feasting on the souls of virgins. This may be the one of the wildest movies we've reviewed for this season, so strap in....   Thanks for stopping by!

Curious about psychedelic medicine but unsure what it actually does? In this conversation, John Kim sits down with Sarah Williams to explore how medicines like MDMA and psilocybin can support healing, self-discovery, and personal growth when approached with intention, safety, and integration. Sarah shares her journey from her first ayahuasca experience to becoming a medicine guide, including the near-death experience on Denali that changed the course of her life. Together, they unpack why medicine isn't a shortcut to transformation, but a tool that can help people reconnect with themselves and create lasting change. In this episode: • Sarah's path into medicine work and what drew her to MDMA • Why integration matters more than expecting one ceremony to change your life • The lessons Sarah learned after surviving a life-threatening experience on Denali • How MDMA can help people access difficult emotions and conversations • The differences between macrodosing and microdosing • Why intention, safety, and the right support are essential John and Sarah also share details about their upcoming two-month microdosing program which you can find out about HERE Connect with Sarah: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sarahskyann Website: https://www.terraalinea.com

Send us Fan MailMount Marathon looks simple on paper: sprint from downtown Seward, climb hard, then hang on for dear life all the way back to the finish. But the people who live it know it's something else entirely. We're joined by Eric and Denali Strabel to tell the story of why this Fourth of July mountain running race carries so much history, emotion, and identity for Alaska, and why it still feels like the purest kind of “go there and throw down” competition.We talk about growing up inside the race's lore, from junior starts to volunteering and community pride, and how the mountain becomes personal over decades. Denali shares the women who shaped her view of toughness and resilience, including Nina Kemple and the era-to-era shift that took the women's field from a handful of sub-hour performances to a deep group of contenders. We also dig into how champions like Christy Marvin keep raising the bar through longevity, fearlessness, and a love of racing that doesn't fade.Eric walks through his own evolution from years of frustration to consistent training, durability, and finally winning the race. He breaks down what makes Mount Marathon unique for trail running and mountain race preparation: it's a climbing mountain, not a runnable one, and fitness only matters if your body can transmit it on steep terrain and an unforgiving downhill. From his 2013 course record battle with Ricky Gates to the turning point of 2015 when Killian Jornet arrived at full power, we map how the race went from a local proving ground to an event with international gravity.If you love mountain running, downhill running, trail racing history, and the mindset it takes to go all-in for less than an hour, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves steep trails, and leave a review with your favorite Mount Marathon moment or question.Use code SteepStuff for 20% your cart on Sidas.usFollow James on IG - @jameslaurielloFollow the Steep Stuff Podcast on IG - @steepstuff_podFollow Sidas USA on IG - @sidas_usa

In Episode 274, Greg and Pam discuss internet lag, heart blessings, and local wildlife. Many thanks to Cindy cmore1and for the episode introduction! We would love to have YOU record an introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages or on our website here. Check out our group on Facebook! We would love to have you join us there. GIVEAWAY: Check out our MONTHLY giveaway just because our listeners are AWESOME! You can enter the monthly giveaway using this Google Form. SUPPORT THE SHOW KnitPicks & Crochet.com We are KnitPicks and Crochet.com (owned by KnitPicks) Affiliates! This means if you are going to shop at KnitPicks or Crochet.com, and start by clicking their names, the Unraveling Podcast will get a small commission at no extra cost to you! It's an easy way to support the podcast passively. (Note: links to specific yarns or products will appear like https://shrsl.com/3xzh0 or https://tidd.ly/4mGsyws. These are correct and are custom links to track our account. They are safe!) Patreon You can financially support Unraveling…a knitting podcast on Patreon! Monthly membership levels are available at Swatch ($1), Shawl ($3), and Sweater ($6) and come with rewards like early access to book club episodes, access to a quarterly Zoom call, discounts on all Knitting Daddy patterns, and holiday cards. Everything available via Patreon is extra, the show remains unchanged and free. Financial support through through Patreon helps us cover expenses like web hosting, prizes, prize shipping, and equipment upgrades.  NOTES Greg's Projects Greg finished a Baby Surprise Jacket with yarn from String Theory Colorworks. Greg is working on a pair of socks with yarn from String Theory Colorworks. Greg is about to start a hat with Malibrigo Rios yarn. Pam's Projects Pam worked on a pair of Fish Lips Kiss Heel Socks. She is using KnitPicks Psichidelica in the colorway Grounded. Pam worked on a Regular Guy Beanie by Chuck Wright. Pam worked on the Cloud Iridescence blanket by Kathyrn Bernard. She is using KnitPicks Mighty Stitch in fingering weight and several colors of mohair/alpaca silk yarns. Pam worked on Sun Salutation by Celia McAdam Cahill. She is using KnitPicks Gloss and Trailhead Yarns Cabot Trail. Pam worked on Davis tee and is using her oldest yarn stash, Classic Elite Yarns, Rockland Cotton. She used Patty Lyons' trick for the ribbing. Pam worked on the Dahlia Cowl by Jonatan Tollow. She is using Plymouth Superwash Merino DK and Malabrigo Rios. Pam mentioned plans for the pattern Just A Little Ribbing Headband. She also mentioned Kristin Omdahl's pattern for Compass Rose pants cuffs. Miscellaneous Greg visited a couple of new yarn stores in the area: Unfettered Books and Wicked Wool Wool. Greg is going to Alaska in a few weeks (on a cruise, and a land trip to Denali). If you've got some Alaska yarn recommendations, send them his way! Greg mentioned the movie Multiplicity. Pam mentioned a book she is enjoying: The Diamond Eye. She also mentioned Summer Minestrone Soup. She also mentioned the podcast CraftLit and the book she is listening to, The Tenent of Wildfell Hall. Craft Cook Read Repeat Bingo started May 22! Some of our Denver area listeners are meeting to knit monthly. If you are in the area and want to join in, reach out to martaschmarta. Greg can also be found talking about knitting and playing Dungeons & Dragons at Crits and Knits on Twitch. Affiliate Link Disclosure We are a KnitPicks Affiliate! This means that if you click on a KnitPicks link or Crochet.com, or the banner ad and make a purchase, we will receive a commission at no extra cost to you. This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Amazon and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own. Find us all over the Internet Patreon: Unraveling…a knitting podcast Subscribe in iTunes: The Unraveling Podcast Podcast RSS Feed: Unraveling Podcast Facebook: Unraveling Podcast Instagram: @UnravelingPodcast Ravelry Group: Unraveling Podcast Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog. Pam is pammaher on Ravelry  and @pammaher on Instagram

Send us Fan MailKarina Andersen's season doesn't start with a perfect training block, it starts with a hard reset. After closing out her track era at Colorado School of Mines, she steps away from school for breathing room, takes on Denali, and then spends months living in Chamonix to see what a true mountain town feels like day to day. We talk about the real pressure that can come with places like Chamonix and Boulder, where it's easy to feel like you have to “earn” your time there with constant vert, big objectives, and public training proof.Then the comeback gets loud. Karina spends the winter going all-in on ski mountaineering with almost zero running, and still shows up in Asia to race the Penang Sky Race in Malaysia and the Ueda Sky Race in Japan, taking 4th and 8th. We break down what heat and humidity do to pacing, why concrete downhills can shred your quads, how mud changes risk and speed, and why uphill fitness can return faster than downhill durability when you've been on skis for months.The most important part is the mental side. Karina shares what it's like to carry a tough DNF and panic mid-race, then rebuild confidence by changing the goal from “place” to “stay present.” We also get into her 2026-focused skyrunning plans, thoughts on UTMB and Golden Trail, and a wild new skill: learning to paraglide in Annecy, with a long-term dream of hike-and-fly racing like Red Bull X-Alps.If you're into skyrunning, trail running, mountain racing, ski mountaineering, or just figuring out the next chapter, this one hits. Subscribe, share it with a friend who needs a reset, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.Use code SteepStuff for 20% your cart on Sidas.usFollow James on IG - @jameslaurielloFollow the Steep Stuff Podcast on IG - @steepstuff_podFollow Sidas USA on IG - @sidas_usa

Kiera and Trish are on the podcast together (yay!) to dive into the art of a Dental A-Team visit to your office (double yay!). They go into how an eagle-eyed consultant was able to take a specific office that couldn't quite reach its goals and tip them into success. They also touch on relationship dynamics, the power of "mom eyes," being a cheerleader and a coach, and a ton more. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (00:01) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera and I am so excited for today's podcast. I have the one and only Trish. She's known as TADA in our company. She's all the confetti, the glitter, the sparkles, the spice, and Trish honestly just reminds me how great life is. So Trish, welcome to the podcast today. How are you?   Tricia Lee Ackerman (00:17) I'm doing great, thank you Kiera. I always love getting this time in with you.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (00:21) ⁓ likewise, I, Trish, you are just my little like light on the Hill. just, whenever I need to remind myself how good life is, I just need a little Trishism in my life. So Trish, thank you for being that. And Trish, you just got back off the road. You were in offices and that was what we're going to podcast today of like, you have had some pretty freaking outstanding results after being with offices, being in person with them. And so we kind of wanted to office autopsy that, but like Trish.   Just walk us through like what is an office visit like and how does that magic happen? So kind of walk us through because you just Literally flew in I think last night and here we are. was like, hey, let's do a quick early morning podcast with you But yeah, let's let's talk about some of that magic Trish What what happens in an in-office visit and how does that magic happen?   Tricia Lee Ackerman (00:57) Yeah, that's good.   You know, it's like we do, we build strong relationships, you know, via the Google meetings and video meetings and such, but something truly does happen when you get to touch somebody, hug somebody, and then really just like look at them knee to knee, eye to eye. And I was, when I meet with teams, like it's typically, we kind of know each other already. You know, we've been working together a couple months, sometimes even up to like four or five, six months already. But when we get there and we see each other,   And we get to have a lot of fun together as a collaborative team, because the Dental A Team style is like, we are fun. That we definitely are. And we try to make the lives of people easier. And this collaboration that takes place, also is kind of like it's cousins with a trust that also forms at the same time. So it's like we collaborate, yeah, that's great. But then the relationship, it steps it up a notch and a trust starts to come.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (01:39) Yeah.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (02:00) And when you can see that happen, can all, well, you feel it and then you know it's there. And then the magic really starts to like, it speeds up the momentum. It like you hit the, you hit the pedal to the metal and like, it's go. And I've seen it more than once. And so it is truly the onsite visits that, that bring this kind of full circle and put the big red bow on what we're trying to accomplish for ourselves as consultants and for the teams.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (02:30) Yeah, I love that you say that because you're right. Like we do virtual and in-person consulting. We also have an in-person mastermind, which is so fun, but it's that I think it's the collaboration. It's the connection. It's the conversations that are had that you wouldn't normally have. ⁓ it's having, I almost got like the hallway whispers, teams open up a lot to you when we're in person. They, we find out things. And also when we go in person, you're able to see things. I remember, I think like one of the highlights of my career.   was walking into a practice that I had been consulting for almost a year. We were growing them and I walked in and I did like a, it was a head turn. Everybody says I have some good mom eyes without being a mom. And I was like, you guys have paper charts? I didn't know that this was a thing. And how has this never come up on a single call because paper charts should not be happening. And the dentist was like, but Kiera, I'm just so comfortable with them. And I said, well, great, we're gonna get really uncomfortable and it's time to change. I just think it's a...   Tricia Lee Ackerman (03:23) Yes   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (03:27) things that offices don't even know that they should be bringing up to you of issues on virtual calls. We can't see the practice. can't see how like there's a practice. You and I both know them very well. The thing we did for them was we put in a different flow and that's all we did. And that increased our case acceptance, it increased team morale, but it was just something simple like that. So Krish, you have a practice though. You got an office, it's a unique office. ⁓ And I think what's magical is,   after the visit, it's crazy. People can always tell, I had somebody actually chart my visits and they were like, Kiera, without fail, every time you come in, we get a boost in production, a boost in revenue. And I'm like, well, yeah, cause the team's happier. You guys are all aligned. You're rowing in the same direction. But the goal is that that can also sustain. So I hope that it's a, and what I have seen is it's a boost and it's like, there's a spike, but then it's also the baseline goes up and it stays up.   Typically speaking, because people are like, well, if you're not here all the time, how are we supposed to get these boosts? And it's like, no, it is a boost, it's a spike, but then is the baseline hires and we live in that, that becomes our new norm. Then we come back in and we spike again and the baseline norms up again. So Trish, let's talk about, you got a couple office autopsies out there. What did you do for some practices and what were the results afterwards?   Tricia Lee Ackerman (04:42) Well, I have, I do have a client and there's two practices. We joined them together for the onsite visit and they were, because there's the two practices, they are real, they're very great with being collaborative, but we were all together. So everything was implemented at the same exact time. you know, Kiera, what are the other things I want to throw in about our approach is when we do implement and when we do go onsite, it isn't like the Dental A Team way.   You know, doesn't have to be this way. You know, we asked the teams, well, here is a way that we could do something a little bit easier. How do you think we could do this? So there are really big part of, and these teams that we work with, I mean, they're like, geniuses. They really are. We actually learn so much from them. But this particular team that really kind of sticks out to me, they were really struggling hitting their goals. They kind of just didn't know how to do it.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (05:26) Okay.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (05:36) But we set in metrics that they could, we broke them really, we broke them down almost like to the hour. So they didn't have to look at a big thing. And yes, that we can do virtually. However, being together and me being able to watch them collaborate and give them those like, almost like the standing ovation, like, wow, did you guys see what you just designed? And Kiera, when I left that practice, they have hit their goals the last two months now. We put in some, which,   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (06:03) Yeah.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (06:04) is so neat because they have such a skip in their step. But this, in February, they were $600 away from their collection goal. It was the last day of the month. They ended up going over by $4,000 because they are competitive with each other now in a super fun way. And they ended up getting a patient that was in for a consult to schedule and pay in advance because they wanted that goal. And   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (06:07) Ha ha ha!   dang.   That's incredible.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (06:32) And it's those things that they would not have done before. again, you know, it's almost like it's an invisible magic that does take place because they now know that they have somebody that's not there to change them, that's there to help them. And they want to make us proud. They want to make themselves proud. And it just kind of like the progress that they want to make steps up quite a big level.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (06:35) Mm-hmm.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (07:02) It just does. It just does.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (07:02) Yeah,   it does. And George, what I love, and I think you highlighted it so well, you're exactly right. I think all of our team, not I think all of our team members, all of our consultants have been team members before. And that was something as a team member and also as a business owner, I wanted to make sure when Dental A Team is consulting, we don't go in and we don't say, have to follow this script. Because people push so hard on that. They're like, listen, I'm not your robot. Like I don't want to do that versus   here's some tools and here's some resources. Like my job is to be your little fairy godmother, whatever I can do to help you. But at the end of the day, we're looking for outcomes and results. We're not looking for robots. And so if you guys are doing a great job and you're hitting the results, fantastic. And I think Trish, what you said is I think Denali team does a really great job of bringing teams together, helping them put together tangible, actionable plans that are like, this is what we're going to do in here is how we're going to set the goals, but we get the teams to do it. And you and I have another office that we worked with and I thought it was   Tricia Lee Ackerman (07:57) Yes.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (08:00) fascinating because people tell us all the time like, well, this associate won't produce or this won't happen. We have an office that hit the highest production that they have ever hit in the history of this dental practice shortly after you and I visited. And I think you and I both sat back and were like, is that causation or coincidence? Like, I think that there's a, they kind of come together and ⁓ it definitely was not a coincidence. It was very intentional. Trish, we put it together. We got the whole team rallied.   but we were focusing on what the doctors wanted. And as a by-product, we, I don't know, I feel like we're little magicians as consultants. You focus on what the doctors want, but as a by-product, we weave these threads through like, well, why don't we just try tracking this? Not on their radar, not what they're thinking. And then all of a sudden they start hitting higher goals. They start hitting these things and like, wow. We're like, yeah, it's crazy how when you just track it a little bit, you hit these things. They were concerned about their new patients and they, do you remember like after we left,   highest new patient numbers and highest production numbers. And what I think you and I love is when a practice is able to do that and they rally together, you and I can then come back around and be like, we've done it one time. What did we do? What are the things? Let's make that a constant. So this isn't just a one time like flash in the pan because Trish and Kiera showed up or Dental A Team did. It is truly a, this is going to be a sustainable model. So what are your thoughts on that? Because I think some people are like, well, just because you guys show up, then my team does it.   But for us, we're big on like, we don't want just flash in the pans, we want long-term sustainability. And I will say these practices are continuing to hit higher goals than what their baseline was before as well.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (09:34) Our delivery, you know, it's kind of like, you know, we can't hear, I'm always using analogies. My brain has to take with an analogy. And it's like, you know, people just receive the messages differently from whoever it is delivering it to them. Meaning like, my husband will respond totally different from his business coach than he ever would from me.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (09:39) I love them. This is why you're to dot Trish.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (10:00) And I could be saying the same exact thing. There's a, there's, and that's just a relationship dynamic. And so we are just, to these teams and to the doctors, we're, we're different. We're, we're just coming in a different approach with a different perspective, even though some of the messages they may have already been hearing or even sharing with their teams, but they get to hear it just a little bit differently. And, and I think once, and well, I should actually change that, not differently. They hear it more.   Like it resonates differently. And then they go into action. But when we show them, you you guys have already done this, because they forget what they've already done. They're so busy. Then you go into the next day of dentistry, then the next day of dentistry. But when we're like, look at, let's go back and look at this piece. You actually did it. So let's help you do it again.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (10:52) Mm-hmm.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (10:52) And then   they just kind of, go arm in arm. kind of code, we code diagnose with them, just like we want our doctors to code diagnose with their patients. We code diagnose with our teams and we're like, let's do this together. And then, I mean, they're the ones that are really like talk about magicians. They really truly are. mean, they're the ones, they do it. do it and it's so rewarding. the best part of this. You this job is already rewarding enough to be able to share.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (11:10) I do.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (11:17) I always love to tell people, I'm no genius, all my material is stolen. I've just had this, I've been so blessed to work with incredible people and learn incredible things that I get to share it with teams. And then these teams, go and they go do it. And it's so fun to sit back and go look at what they did.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (11:32) Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm.   Yes, I agree. And I think if, if you watch the video, I love Trish, you actually like had a little shimmy, like we go with the office. And what it is, is it's Trish walking down the office with these teams. It's partnering with these teams. It's being the cheerleader and the coach. think you need both. think a coach tells you your blind spots. A coach doesn't always tell you what you want to hear. Their job is to be looking down the line. And that's what I obsess about. Like we've, we've been there, we've done it. We've done it multiple times. mean, Trish, shoot you.   You've managed hundreds of team members. Like, like you said, it's all stolen. It's all on repeat. It's stuff, it's helping your team have another voice that they trust that they listen to. That's not you. Doctors have told me many times, Kiera, I pay you a lot of money to come in and tell my team exactly what I've told them, but they respect you. They listen to you. They want to know from you. And that is the greatest gift I think we can give our doctors too, is you don't know, have to be the only voice in the room saying this. You've got backup, you've got people and we work with the doctors. it's.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (12:21) Yes.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (12:34) We game plan with them before we come into office. We game plan with the office managers. But what I love Trish is in these two different practices that we're talking about, and we even have a third, ⁓ like our Rolodex, if you look and listen. So the first practice, you set goals with them. You had it achievable with them. The second practice, we went through like an entire new patient experience. have them doing office tours. We were working on new patients and we just said, hey, by the way, here's two areas. If doctors start tracking their production, this is going to go up. And all of the doctors,   kid you not every doctor went right up but as you listen to it and then the office you just came from it was like how do we help this associate doctor like there's just different dynamics of associate doctor staying leaving what do we pivot how do we fix it all three practices and the reason i want to highlight this is because Dental A Team does not have a one tool fits all approach it is very dynamic of what do these teams need what is going to get these offices motivated and Trish what i love is i still remember it was ⁓ one of the masterminds   You came in, you were in a cute little dress and like you were just so just like high on life. And you said, Kiera, I love my job and I love my job. And we are so lucky because we get to change people's lives. And it's so fun for us to be able to do that. And I've thought about that so much because well, yes, we're hitting goals of dentistry. I think we're changing humans at the same time of helping them see that, if we set a goal and we work as a team, we can do things we never thought we'd be able to do. And I think that's magnificent, but Trisha, anything else you have of like,   How did you actually get a practice to hit their goals? Two times in a row when they were not hitting, like they've gone, they've got a history of never hitting and now they're hitting it consistently. And they were so close and so committed to the goal. Like how did you, how did you turn a team into that overnight?   Tricia Lee Ackerman (14:14) The biggest, okay, I truly do think that the biggest part of that success is getting their buy-in. However, when I ask teams for a buy-in, it's a very, very deliberate and individual buy-in. So it's not just like, as a group, are we all bought in? Are we all gonna do this? I do go through each and every team member and ask, are you bought in? Do you think you could do this with us? Because when we say yes,   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (14:43) Trish, do do that in a public setting or a one-on-one setting? Perfect. Which I don't, I do the same. And I, the reason I highlight that is because you're not getting blanket to group buy-in. You're getting individual buy-in in front of team members, which is critical and pivotal. And I wanted people to hear the difference. Cause also if you're doing it behind closed doors, the whole team doesn't see to hold accountable. So the fact that it's in a public setting, not just like head nods, yes, but each individual person. And what you said is, do you think you can do this? Do you think you can hit the goals with us?   Tricia Lee Ackerman (14:45) I do it in public setting. I do it in public.   Okay.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (15:13) They are also then self committing. It's like a patient who tells you, yes, I'm gonna get the new patient forms back to you. They are already bought in and committed to doing this and it's brilliant. So continue on. I just wanted to highlight and differentiate that.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (15:26) No, thank you, because that was something that I learned a long time ago. And that individual buy-in, there is something that happens when you own it in front of your peers. There's an ownership there. And you don't want to be part of a team and be there and say, yes, I think I can do this, I'm bought in, and then not do it. It's just kind of natural. We don't want to be that person. ⁓   And you know, there have been, I have run into occasions where there, a team will be a little reluctant and I appreciate that because they'll, some teams might go, well, I'm, I'm bought in on almost everything, but I'm like, that's perfect. Let's stop right there and let's get, what do we need to do to help you get past this? But, and so we stop and, that is something like, we don't, we don't negotiate like you have to be bought in. the, you know, there's 22 members and one has a yeah, but   That's okay, but we just need to get past it so that it's a real, real sincere buy-in. and Kiera, I have, mean, to this day, and I've been doing this for a good minute, I've never not had a team member not be able to get past the abut ever. Because the rest of their team members, that's when they also step in and say, well, we can help you and we can do this and let's look at it at this angle. So that buy-in definitely does help, it does.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (16:47) Well, I think what you even teach on that Trish is that's healthy debate of a team. If they're the yeah, but great. We want to hear that. We don't want just head nods of yes, but in the back of your mind, you're sitting there like, ⁓ but like, we are saying this goal, but the reality is we don't even have the patience to do that. That's a great call out. So let's talk about that and find out, is this a new patient issue? Is this a motivation issue? Is this a diagnosis issue? There's ways, but teaching teams that the yeah, but   Tricia Lee Ackerman (16:52) Yes.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (17:18) is not wrong. The yeah, but that is trying to derail, not bought in, hating your team, that is wrong. Like that is not okay. That is not healthy debate. That is just willful rebellion. And that person is a wrong person and should probably move along and not probably like I would recommend strongly. ⁓ But most of the time I found that teams are not doing it out of willful rebellion. They really do have hesitations and reservations. And if we can just talk about it and find solutions.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (17:25) Yes.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (17:46) but you want to also encourage your team to bring these up. Again, not in Willful Rebellion where they're just like, we're not doing this, but in a true like, what are the blind spots? What have we missed? So that way we can actually win the game. That's what we're looking for. And I think it's brilliant. And I think when people hear that, there is no cookie cutter recipe for success. There is your practice, your team, your pieces. But I think the piece that Trish highlighted that we've done with all of them.   is you get the whole team by an, go around and I show them what they've committed to for six weeks. They all sign off on it. We put it up in the break room. They all see that every person on the team has signed their name, that they're committed to this at least until they designated deadline. And that I, I don't think, but I do think as an owner, I'll flip to like my owner hat. I think that that can be a hard thing to do as an owner to be like, all right, team, like I heard this great podcast. We're going to do this. I think sometimes this is the magic of having an outside voice come in.   to help your team rally, to teach them that this is the way we do it, so then owners can then duplicate this, but you're not the one who's having to set this up initially all on your own as well.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (18:51) I totally agree. Totally agree. And it's also change. know, like with success does come typically some change. And that can be scary to some people. mean, again, if you have the team of 20, you might have one that's like, okay, hold on, I want to do this, but... And it's also, it's empowering for us as consultants to remind, consistently remind people that change is uncomfortable as it is. Like it's a person, it's an internal personal growth too. It's not...   You're not always just making the practice see a better success. You're succeeding as yourself as an individual by just going through that uncomfortableness. Just that alone. You'll take that with you outside of the office. they grow, yes, they grow professionally, but they do also grow personally. And when I talk about like, love seeing, you know, I love changing the lives of people. I do sometimes get a little emotional about that because   The most rewarding piece of this is when you do have a doctor or a team member share that not only has the practice implemented things and tools that have really helped them be more efficient and just happy, but that outside of the office, these individuals have a different skip in their step as well. And that when it comes, when it comes full fold like that, talk about a win. That's powerful right there, that one.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (20:12) Yeah.   That is, and I'm so glad you said that because we were actually talking at Dental A Team and we changed it. We actually changed up what our mission and vision were and it's one practice, one life, one person at a time. And what you just said is our mission. It's like, yes, we're changing the practice, but we want to focus on the individuals on helping them change their life on them as a person. And I think it's so magical that we get the playing field of the dental practices that brings us all together, but we're able to change those lives. And so I think Trish,   I love the magic, the passion, the camaraderie. I watch you, you turn teams around very quickly and it's fun to watch you work to their nuances. I see you, I feel like you're a chameleon with practices. You morph into who that practice needs. You change and adapt. You change your style. Sometimes you're like over the top flamboyant. Other times you are like solemn and somber. You always have your wit to you that never changes. But you really will adapt to the team and what the team needs at that point.   And you have insane results. And so I think for one, we're so lucky to have you two offices are so lucky to work with you. Yes, of course you're welcome. And three, I think for anyone listening, if you're like, I wonder what that might be like in my practice, I wonder like how this would be. I hope you've heard that it is never coming in and ripping apart a team. is taking their successes or wins. heard Trish. They're brilliant. The teams are brilliant. They're already doing 90 % of it. Right. Let's just help them get that one or 2 % change. So they're actually able to get the wins.   So if you're interested in that, reach out, Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. We'd love to come to your practice. We'd love to help you out. We'd love to see if you're a great candidate for it. So reach out, we'd love to help you out. And Trish, thanks for being on our team. Thanks for sharing the wins and ⁓ thanks for truly just changing lives out there.   Tricia Lee Ackerman (21:56) Thank you, Kiera. Thank you so much.   Kiera Dent- Dental A Team (21:58) Of course, and for all of you listening, thank you for listening and we'll catch you next time on the Dental A Team Podcast.

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It's Bonus time! Jace was out of town so Ryan and Denali embarked on a review of the possibly catlike (?) Predator (1987)! Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as Dutch, the leader of an elite mercenary squad sent to *REDACTED* to perform an extraction. However, a mysterious alien hunter lurks in the shadows to hunt Earth's most deadliest game.....    Predator fans should also check out our Bonus on Prey 2022!   Also discussed: An academic review of Yautja history and biology, is Predator a deconstruction of the action movie genre?, why does the Predator heat up his wrist blades?   Thanks for stopping by!

Welcome to When It Goes Wrong, the podcast about disasters, accidents and when things fall apart. On this episode,  we will be discussing the 1967 mountaineering disaster on Denali - at the time called Mount Mckinley - where 7 climbers perished on the top slopes due to one of the worst blizzards in 100 years. It was one of the deadliest mountaineering disasters in history. This is part 2 of 2. Please subscribe and review for more! You can follow the podcast on instagram at @whenitgoeswrongpod or email me at whenitgoeswrongpod@gmail.com.You can buy me a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/whenitgoeswrongpodSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denalihttps://www.outsideonline.com/culture/books-media/life-and-death-americas-highest-peak/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4eLT6Rkpdg - Scary Interestinghttps://explorersweb.com/mckinley-1967-triumph-and-tragedy-part-ii/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1967_Mount_McKinley_disaster Forever on the mountain: the truth behind one of mountaineerings most controversial and mysterious disasters - James M TaborDenalis Howl: The deadliest climbing disaster on americas wildest peak - Andy Hall

What if the adventures that nearly killed you were actually preparing you for your life's true purpose? In this fascinating episode, John Graham shares his remarkable journey from adrenaline-fueled adventurer to global peacebuilder. As a teenager, he shipped out on a freighter, hitchhiked through the Algerian Revolution, helped make the first ascent of Denali's dangerous North Wall, and reported from war zones around the world. His quest for excitement eventually led him to serve as a U.S. Foreign Service officer in Libya, Vietnam, and at the United Nations. But it was during the Vietnam War that John experienced a profound awakening that forced him to confront the emptiness behind a life spent chasing danger. That turning point set him on a new path—one focused on service, justice, and helping others create meaningful change. John discusses the lessons he learned from surviving life-threatening situations, the search for purpose, his role in international peace efforts, and the inspiration behind the Giraffe Heroes Project, which honors people who courageously "stick their necks out" to make the world a better place. This powerful conversation explores courage, transformation, purpose, and the enduring impact of choosing service over self-interest. Full post: https://www.yourradicaltruth.com/053-John-Graham 

Welcome to When It Goes Wrong, the podcast about disasters, accidents and when things fall apart. On this episode,  we will be discussing the 1967 mountaineering disaster on Denali - at the time called Mount Mckinley - where 7 climbers perished on the top slopes due to one of the worst blizzards in 100 years. It was one of the deadliest mountaineering disasters in history. This is part 1 of 2.     Please subscribe and review for more! You can follow the podcast on instagram at @whenitgoeswrongpod or email me at whenitgoeswrongpod@gmail.com.You can buy me a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/whenitgoeswrongpodSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denalihttps://www.outsideonline.com/culture/books-media/life-and-death-americas-highest-peak/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4eLT6Rkpdg - Scary Interestinghttps://explorersweb.com/mckinley-1967-triumph-and-tragedy-part-ii/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1967_Mount_McKinley_disaster Forever on the mountain: the truth behind one of mountaineerings most controversial and mysterious disasters - James M TaborDenalis Howl: The deadliest climbing disaster on americas wildest peak - Andy Hall

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In this episode of xMonks Drive, host Gaurav Arora sits down with Kaamya Karthikeyan — India's youngest female Everester, world record holder, and one of the most extraordinary young athletes in the world — for a rare long-form conversation about what it really takes to push past the limits of human endurance, again and again, from the time she was seven years old.Kaamya Karthikeyan became the youngest female in the world to complete the Seven Summits — climbing the highest mountain on every continent — at the age of 17. She has summited Mount Everest, Mount Vinson in Antarctica, Mount Denali in North America, Mount Aconcagua in South America, Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa, Mount Elbrus in Europe, and Mount Kosciuszko in Australia. She has also skied 111 kilometres to the Geographic South Pole as part of the Last Degree expedition, becoming the youngest Indian and one of the youngest women in the world to do so. She is currently 18 years old and studying engineering at Shiv Nadar University. She is also a competitive ski mountaineer who has represented India at the Asian Championships and the Youth World Cup, and won medals at the Khelo India Winter Games and the National Championships. Ski mountaineering recently became an Olympic sport at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.In this episode Kaamya talks about her Everest summit push — starting from Camp 4 in the middle of the night after 250 climbers had turned back, navigating whiteout conditions on the Lhotse Face, losing her expedition mitten at 8000 metres above sea level, and what her Sherpa did in that moment that she will never forget. She talks about skiing alone to the South Pole for 10 days with no landmarks, getting frostbite, being told by doctors to go home, and walking 8 hours with no guarantee she would be allowed to continue. She talks about the avalanche on Mount Trishul in Uttarakhand in 2021 that took the lives of six people she was close to, and how she processed that loss and went back to the mountains seven months later for the Denali expedition. She talks about the controversy around evacuation practices currently affecting the Himalayan climbing community and what it is doing to the relationship between climbers and the Sherpa community.This episode is essential viewing for anyone interested in mountaineering, Everest, high altitude climbing, the Seven Summits, the Explorers Grand Slam, polar expeditions, the South Pole, ski mountaineering, adventure sports in India, mental strength, resilience, overcoming fear, dealing with loss, and the human capacity to keep going when everything says stop.Kaamya Karthikeyan's story is one of the most remarkable sporting and human stories to come out of India in recent years. She started trekking at age 7 in Uttarakhand, summited her first 6000 metre peak at age 9 on Stok Kangri in Ladakh, trekked to Everest Base Camp at age 9, summited Kilimanjaro at age 10, Elbrus at age 11, Aconcagua at age 12 becoming the youngest girl in the world at the time, Denali at age 14, Everest at age 16 becoming the youngest Indian and one of the youngest women in the world to summit from the Nepal side, Vinson Massif in Antarctica at age 17 completing the Seven Summits, and skied to the South Pole at age 17. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about her on Mann Ki Baat when she was 12 years old. She has won the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar. She has been supported by the Tata Steel Adventure Foundation and the Reliance Foundation. Only the North Pole expedition remains before she completes the full Explorers Grand Slam.

In this powerful episode of Believe. Behave. Become., the team sits down with renowned mountaineer, adventurer, and latest keynote speaker, Jeff Evans live from the 2026 Pennant Group Leadership Summit.Jeff reflects on why Pennant's culture stood out to him as a rare “outlier” in corporate leadership, praising the organization's cluster model and peer-to-peer accountability approach as something deeply unique and powerful. Together, the group unpacks how great leaders create environments where people feel trusted, challenged, and empowered to grow.Drawing from years of guiding climbers through some of the world's most dangerous mountains, Jeff shares profound leadership lessons on trust, peer accountability, resilience, humility, and what it truly means to climb together. Through stories from Everest, Denali, and high-stakes expeditions, the conversation explores how the strongest teams are built—not through hierarchy or ego—but through shared ownership, preparation, compassion, and commitment to one another.

Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. Today, we're diving into a series of noteworthy advancements and challenges that are shifting the landscape of drug development and patient care. Starting with AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo, their Trop2-directed antibody-drug conjugate, Datroway, has secured FDA approval for first-line treatment in triple-negative breast cancer. This form of cancer is notoriously aggressive and offers limited treatment options, making this approval a significant milestone. It positions Datroway as a key player in the ADC market targeting TNBC, highlighting the increasing role of antibody-drug conjugates in oncology. This advancement not only expands therapeutic options for patients but also emphasizes the growing importance of ADCs in effectively targeting cancer cells while sparing healthy tissues. In another exciting development, Merck and Kelun Biotech have reported on their SAC-TMT ADC, which when paired with Keytruda, shows a profound impact on PD-L1-positive non-small cell lung cancer patients. Their combination therapy demonstrated a remarkable 65% reduction in disease progression or death compared to Keytruda alone. Presented at the ASCO annual meeting, these findings could potentially revolutionize first-line treatments for NSCLC, further underscoring the promising therapeutic potential of combining ADCs with immunotherapies. However, AstraZeneca faced a setback with a novel breast cancer drug as an FDA advisory committee recommended against its approval. Interestingly, the European Medicines Agency provided a favorable opinion, illustrating the divergent regulatory landscapes across continents. Such discrepancies highlight the complex regulatory environment pharmaceutical companies must navigate and could influence strategic decisions regarding market focus. On the legal front, Eli Lilly is embroiled in controversy over an alleged $200 million rebate fraud scheme involving its diabetes drug, Trulicity. This situation sheds light on ongoing issues within pharmaceutical distribution channels and raises questions about compliance and oversight mechanisms necessary to prevent such financial misconduct. Meanwhile, industry dynamics continue to evolve as AbbVie announced workforce reductions in its Allergan Aesthetics unit. This move reflects broader trends where companies streamline operations to prioritize core competencies and promising therapeutic areas. From a regulatory perspective, Maat Pharma's decision to seek re-examination for its graft-versus-host disease medication underscores the iterative nature of drug approval processes. Persistence in addressing regulatory feedback remains crucial as companies strive for successful market entry. In obesity management, Novo Nordisk's oral GLP-1 receptor agonist, Wegovy, gains traction as a convenient treatment option. The shift towards oral medications could significantly improve patient adherence and outcomes by offering an easier alternative to injections. Biogen's decision to terminate its collaboration with Denali Therapeutics after unsuccessful phase 2 trials for a Parkinson's disease candidate highlights the inherent risks in neurological drug development. Rigorous clinical evaluation remains essential to ensure efficacy before advancing therapies further. Despite these advancements, challenges persist as Biogen and Denali's BIIB122 failed in phase 2b trials for idiopathic Parkinson's disease. This underscores the complexity of neurological disorders and emphasizes the need for continued innovation targeting LRRK2 kinase inhibitors. In the realm of CAR-T therapies, Novartis' T-Charge platform faces competition from emerging in vivo technologies. This competitive landscape demonstrates rapid evolution within cell therapy domains, aiming to enhance efficacy and accessibility for patients. Meanwhile, strategic mergers and acquisitions continue as Liminatus Pharma acquires CAR-T biotech Innocsai for $320 million, underscoring sustained interest in oncology cell therapies. Switching gears to Eli Lilly's recent Phase 3 TRIUMPH-1 trial results for retatrutide, they reveal promising weight loss outcomes comparable to bariatric surgery. As a triple hormone receptor agonist targeting GLP-1, retatrutide holds significant potential in addressing obesity—a condition with profound public health implications. Medtronic's acquisition of SPR Therapeutics to enhance its chronic pain portfolio reflects a focus on minimally invasive treatments. Financially, Research Alliance III raised $75 million through a SPAC IPO targeting mergers with China-based biotech firms, signaling increased global collaboration within the sector. Dandelion Health's $14 million Series A funding aims to advance clinical intelligence platforms that could transform drug development through data analytics. Finally, Moderna's mRNA-based flu vaccine is set for review by the FDA's vaccine advisory committee after overcoming initial regulatory hurdles. This scrutiny highlights ongoing challenges faced by novel vaccine technologies within rigorous regulatory environments. In summary, these developments illustrate an industry at the forefront of scientific innovation while grappling with regulatory complexities and operational challenges. From antibody-drug conjugates and immunotherapy combinations to gene editing and advanced cell therapies, there's a clear commitment to improving patient outcomes through novel scientific approaches. As these trends evolve, they promise to redefine treatment landscapes across various therapeutic areas—offering new opportunities for scientific advancements and enhanced patient care worldwide.Support the show

"Gdy temperatura spada poniżej -40 stopni Celsjusza, a codzienna walka to nie tylko starcie z własnymi słabościami, ale też nieprzewidywalną aurą, jestem przekonany, że najzimniejszy szczyt jest trudniejszy od najwyższego" – mówi w rozmowie z dziennikarzem sportowym RMF FM Cezarym Dziwiszkiem Karol Adamski, himalaista i zdobywca Mount Everest. Wraz z Marią Ocioszyńską wspina się on na najwyższy szczyt Ameryki Północnej – Mount McKinley. Zajrzeliśmy za kulisy wyprawy będącej częścią wielkiego wyzwania Ultimate Dream. Jeśli uda się je zrealizować, nasi bohaterowie będą mieli duży powód do świętowania.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Stephen Palazzo, aka Near Miss, an Army veteran, thru-hiker, and peak bagger who has completed the AT, CDT, AZT, and Colorado Trail, summited all 58 of Colorado's 14ers, and knocked out three of the seven summits.  This one runs the gambit. Stephen walks us through 24 years of military service, from crossing into Iraq on the first wave of the ground war in 2003 to negotiating with the number two guy in Al-Qaeda over a solitary confinement dispute, to a very geopolitically tangled deployment in Syria. He also shares how thru-hiking became the thing that finally got him to put down the bottle, why post-trail depression hit harder than anything he experienced in war, and a magical moment in the Wind River Range where he locked eyes with a bull moose. And- as Chaunce comes to grips with her impending move, she has made it her mission to make each podcast an ultra-marathon. This one is sure to give you enough content to get through the week (or year). Also, warning: this episode contains discussions of war, combat, death, PTSD, and alcohol abuse. We wrap the show with an article about thru-hiker entitlement, discussing why a Sawyer filter lasts a lifetime but you're supposed to swap a Brita every few months, the triple crown of mountain peaks, a new sun hoody review series, a detailed mailbag about a listener's experience on the San Diego Trans County Trail, and Chaunce schedules an impromptu summit of Mount Rainier. NEW Backpacker Radio Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/can-you-dig-it-15/ Apply to Guest Co-Host Backpacker Radio. LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. 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[divider] Interview with Stephen "Near Miss" Palazzo Stephen's Instagram Stephen's Trek Author page Time stamps & Questions 00:05:25 - Reminders: Check out our new merch, get tickets for our LIVE Chaunce send-off podcast, apply to be a guest co-host, listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon 00:13:40 - Introducing Near Miss 00:15:50 - What got you started in the military? 00:22:00 - Were you still on your five year plan when 9/11 happened? 00:26:45 - Talk to us in your drill sergeant voice 00:28:30 - Discussion about Stephen's time in the military after 9/11 00:40:50 - Did you prefer your more managerial or front-line roles? 00:45:40 - What are your go-to stories that you tell about your deployments? 00:49:18 - What was one of your near-death experiences? 00:53:00 - Discussion about post-trail depression 00:55:30 - Discussion about PTSD 00:56:00 - How did you deal with your drinking problems? 01:01:15 - Do you have any advice for hikers that want to process something on trail? 01:06:17 - Chaunce's voice memo story 01:09:50 - As a drill sergeant, what ticks you off the most? 01:14:00 - How many people left in the first few weeks? 01:21:00 - Tell us about your Ursack freezing to a tree 01:26:50 - Have you talked any of your veteran friends into hiking? 01:28:30 - Was there a moment you realized that hiking was healing you? 01:35:00 - Tell us about your trip to Ecuador 01;37:30 - Discussion about rhabdomyolysis 01:40:45 - How did you get interested in mountaineering? 01:44:16 - Do you have advice for someone who wants to save money for an adventure? 01:51:45 - How did you decide to hike the CDT next? 01:56:10 - Is there a difference between the fear you experienced while deployed versus hiking? 01:58:50 - What are your favorite stories from the CDT? 02:02:10 - What's the most real between ghosts, aliens, and mountain lions in New England? 02:14:35 - What time span did you complete all the Colorado 14ers in? 02:18:30 - Discussion about paratroopers 02:25:15 - Which was your first of the 7 summits? 02:31:17 - Discussion about summiting Denali 02:38:15 - Fuck Marry Kill: Denali, Kiliminjaro, Aconcagua 02:39:50 - If you had to cut a summit from the list, which would you cut? 02:43:00 - Discussion about deciding to quit a thru-hike and town food 02:49:50 - Tell us about the 13ers you've done recently 02:52:00 - Are you afraid of dying? 02:53:55 - What do you wear in extremely cold conditions? 02:55:45 - What advice would you give to someone interested in getting into mountaineering? 03:03:30 - Do you feel like a different person now? 03:06:00 - Zach and Chaunce have a fight 03:12:50 - What's next on the docket for you? 03:13:45 - In what way did you burnout on thru-hiking? 03:16:40 - Tell us about your Buffalo Wild Wings points 03:23:00 - Stay Salty Question: What's your hottest take in the world of backpacking? 03:25:50 - If you were 18 again, would you join the Army again? Segments Trek Propaganda: 7 All-Too Common Signs of Entitlement I've Noticed in the Thru-Hiking Community by Peg Leg QOTD:  Why does a sawyer filter last a lifetime but you're supposed to swap a brita every few months? Triple Crown of mountain peaks Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. 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Back-to-back bear attacks in Yellowstone and Glacier, Grand Canyon officials recovered the body of missing 26-year-old, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is investigating 33 federally protected black vultures dumped along Foothills Parkway, Denali introduced this year's sled dog puppies on its puppy cam, state updates include Louisiana's bill to relocate removed monuments to state parks and Maryland's possible expansion of park entry reservations and online payments, and more.   00:00 Yellowstone and Glacier Bears 01:23 Grand Canyon Missing Hiker 02:12 Smokies Vulture Dumping 03:01 Alcatraz Coyote Mystery 05:08 Denali Sled Dog Puppies 06:57 Louisiana Monument Proposal 08:04 Maryland Park Reservations 10:02 Crater of Diamonds Find 11:05 Wrap Up  

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email)Trinidad Collier, owner of Northern Epics and a hiking guide in Denali sits down with Jennie to share his favorite hikes in Denali along with what is different about hiking here, things to know and what to bring.Northern Epics Trail Guide to DenaliSave 10% on a tour with Northern Epics with code: TOPLEFTLearn all the details hereSave $500 with the code EARLY27 if you pay your deposit by May 29th!Join the Alaska Planning Club on Patreon and ask me anything!Jennie's digital workshops and planners (save 10% with code: podcast)Sign up for Jennie's email list (and get the free packing list)Jennie's article about visiting Denali on your ownFollow Jennie on InstagramSupport the show

Jack Thornell's photographs of the Civil Rights Movement remind us why we need the Voting Rights Act now as much as ever. Ben riffs. Denali Dasgupta compares the vast contrast in the lives and legacies of Amisha Patel and Rudy Giuliani. Also, a “real moment” for American Catholics. And a few words about taxing the rich. Denali is an activist in Chicago. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WIN — What's Important Now In this episode of the Three Word Podcast, Lisa Thal shares a powerful mindset shift around the word WIN — What's Important Now. Winning is not always about the scoreboard, the title, the promotion, or the big milestone. Sometimes winning is having the courage to pause and ask, What matters most in this season of my life? Lisa reflects on a LinkedIn post she shared one year ago and how focusing on her WIN helped her make decisions aligned with what mattered most: starting her Mindset and Sales Coaching business, helping care for her 95-year-old mom with dementia, and creating more time with her wife, Olivia, and their pup, Denali. This episode explores the difference between pursuing and avoiding. Avoidance may feel safe in the moment, but pursuit creates momentum. When we focus on what is important now, we begin to win in ways that are more meaningful and aligned. Three Takeaways 1. Pause before you react. Busy does not always mean productive. Ask yourself what matters most right now. 2. Choose pursuit over avoidance. Identify one thing you have been avoiding and take one small step toward it. 3. Define winning for this season. Your WIN may look different today than it did a year ago, and that is okay. Reflection Question What is your WIN right now? Not someday. Not when everything is perfect. Not when fear disappears. What's Important Now?   Until Next Time. Connect with Lisa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathal/ http://threewordmeetings.com http://threewordpodcast            

You've seen her hair and nails... now hear about her packs and shoes! We've got Sierra DeGroff on the podcast today chatting about her experiences at looped courses, competing for the 100K national team, and ordering custom gear for her adventures. Sierra shares about her transition from road marathons to trail ultras, her experiences building community, training and racing in Las Vegas, and her upcoming adventures, including Denali. She offers insights into race planning, shoe selection, pacing strategies, and balancing a busy schedule with recovery and health.Sierra moved to Las Vegas years ago, and struggled to find community so she started a run club... and met a fellow runner visiting from Boston the day we recorded. Vegas has perks for runners: no humidity, mild winters, and endless opportunities for adventure. You can even plan your outfits as carefully as your  training runs! If you're curious to hear what it's like to compete in timed events, pace elites at Golden Ticket races, compete for a spot on the 100k national team, how to order your custom vest or where to meet for a run if you find yourself in Vegas midweek... tune in today!#TrailRunning #LasVegasRunning #RunningCommunity #AdventureAwaitsFollow Sierra on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠Badwater to Whitney FKT Vegas Heat Running GroupExotic Pack CoAravaipa Racing Team 100K National TeamVegas Heat Strava club Timestamps:01:37 - Connecting with local Vegas runners and community02:14 - Sierra's move from Midwest to Vegas03:43 - Living in Vegas, weather, and trail access05:08 - Insights into her running year, recent races, and course records08:42 - Race tactics and gear choices at Jackpot 50 miles10:10 - Race plans for Badwater, Western States, and Denali11:43 - Sierra's custom race gear and packs with Exotic Pacco15:02 - Race outfit coordination for Jackpot and Western States16:17 - Western States preparation and challenges18:33 - Upcoming race plans, permits, and Alaska adventures21:02 - Decision process for Denali versus Badwater and other bucket list races23:32 - Her travel plans post-Denali, including Alaska and in-race logistics26:33 - Maintaining pace and training in mountain versus road ultras28:16 - Race support, pacing, and community crew dynamics31:57 - How crews are chosen and maintaining team chemistry35:42 - Creatively designed gear, custom packs, and their significance43:39 - Strategy behind gear selection and apparel for performance and style45:21 - Footwear preferences, shoe brands, and injury prevention48:27 - Toenail care, race decisions, and recovery tips50:56 - Western States experiences, crew support, and reflections57:07 - The camaraderie and competition in trail and ultra running60:37 - International race ambitions62:00 - Balancing travel, adventure, and race goals in life63:32 - Candid thoughts on multiday ultras65:43 - Recovery process, training smarter, aging, and maintenance routines67:24 - The importance of investing in health, PT, massage, and wellness70:12 - Upcoming race and permit plans72:45 - Advice for runners starting out and stepping into the ultrarunning community

#płatnawspółpraca | Zapraszamy na poniedziałkowe "Onet Rano.", w którym gośćmi Odety Moro są: Michał Szadkowski, Redaktor naczelny Newsweek Polska; Paweł Śliz, Polska 2050 – o powołaniu prezydenckiej rady ds. nowej konstytucji, wniosku prokuratury o uchylenie immunitetu Szymonowi Hołowni, zapowiedzi Trumpa, że wycofa jeszcze więcej amerykańskich żołnierzy z Europy, i o coraz gorszych notowaniach Polski 2050; Eliza Kuna, adwokatka o wecie prezydenta w sprawie nowelizacji Kodeksu rodzinnego i opiekuńczego, dotyczącej pozasądowych rozwodów; co oznaczałoby takie ułatwienie w procedurze rozwodowej i czy jest potrzebne; Dawid Mędrzak, wokalista zespołu Sonbird z premierą drugiego albumu studyjnego zatytułowanego „Świetnie" Michał Leksiński, alpinista o wyprawie na szczyt Denali - ostatniej w ramach charytatywnego projektu „7 Happy Summits" – Korony Ziemi dla Fundacji Happy Kids W części "Onet Rano. WIEM" gościem Mikołaja Kunicy jest  prof. Witold Orłowski, ekonomista – o fali migracji powrotnej Polaków, żyjących w Niemczech i czy Polska stała się atrakcyjniejszym miejscem do życia niż Niemcy

Daniel Buitrago, Brandon Fifield & Jack Lau invite special guest Rob Bowler in studio. Rob is an all around bad ass, back country rescue & survival specialist and coach mentor!   Villages of Prince William Sound, People of the Chugach, Alaska Air Transit, AV gas prices, clean your f'n car, Daniels Dock project, shout out to Shane, 4:20 @ The Treehouse, Kodiak Kush, farewell to Molly and and her run as executive director w/AK Wild Sheep Foundation, Rob the Bowler, EMS “Eastern Mountain Sports”, growing up and recreating in Adirondack Park, a run at Syracuse, paddling the Noatak River, guiding in the Brooks Range & Bettles Alaska, always carry a river shotgun, 25-year career as an EMT & Firefighter, transition and enlisting into the military SERE team, TRAP team, 212th, 211th & 210th rescue squadron, personal recovery, bro trip on Denali, working in Avalanche awareness and Alaska Avalanche School, Reverse Metro Music Promotions, top 8 on My Space, paradise in Seldovia, the Bradley damn, a passion for life coaching, ripping in a Cessna 170, Mike Green mentorship and Alaska Expansion Project, Trivia brought to you by Connoisseur Crude, SERE start up, Chilkat Indian Village,  history behind 4:20, Rapid Fire brought to you by Alaska Gun Company, Ernie Ball surveying the Brooks Range, Closing statements and where to find robbowler.com        Visit our Website - www.alaskawildproject.com Follow us on Instagram -  www.instagram.com/alaskawildproject Subscribe on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@alaskawildproject $upport the show! - www.patreon.com/alaskawildproject Check Rob out! - www.robbowler.com 

Ret Taylor spent his entire adult life chasing a number. First it was $30 million. Then $10 million. Then $6 million. Then he sat in a tent at 18,000 feet on Denali with two Arctic storms closing in and realized the number was never the point.  He came down the mountain, sold Ned, his natural remedies company, and now guides people through life transitions on multi-day vision quests in the mountains of Colorado.   Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: https://builttosell.com/subscribe/ Curious what your business is worth? Find out now

What happens when a former U.S. diplomat turns his attention to purpose in later life? In this episode, John Graham shares why meaning doesn't fade with age—it sharpens. John helps us better understand it means to live a meaningful life—especially as we grow older? In this Living to 100 Club episode, I'm joined by John Graham, an 83-year-old former diplomat, co-founder of the Giraffe Heroes Project, and creator of the popular “Badass Granddad” video series, reaching over 120,000 followers across social platforms. John has spent decades telling stories of individuals who “stick their necks out” to solve real-world problems. His work challenges the idea that aging is a period of decline. Instead, he makes a compelling case that later life can be a time of renewed purpose, creativity, and engagement. We explore: Why meaning—not money or status—becomes central in later life How storytelling can inspire action and connection The importance of risk, adventure, and reinvention at any age How John is reaching younger generations through short-form video What it means to stay relevant, engaged, and “alive” well into our later years John shares stories from his own life—often beginning with adventure and humor—before drawing out deeper lessons about civic responsibility, personal growth, and living with intention. This is a conversation about aging differently—seeing later life not as an endpoint, but as an opportunity to contribute, create, and connect in new ways. Mini Bio John Graham is the Project's Executive Director, its principal speaker/workshop leader and Director of Giraffe Heroes International—the overseas affiliates launched by the Project. He was a US diplomat for 15 years, where his assignments included revolutionary Libya, Viet Nam, NATO, the US Mission to the UN and a stint as foreign policy advisor to Senator John Glenn. He joined the Giraffe Heroes Project staff in 1983. His degrees are from Harvard and Stanford, and his mountain climbing credits include the first ascent of the north wall of Denali, a climb that's never been repeated. He is the author of Outdoor Leadership, It's Up to Us, Stick Your Neck Out and Quest. For Our Listeners John's Giraffe Heroes Project: Giraffe Heroes International John's 2-Minute Adventure story: Badass Granddad

After entering the CAR T arena in February, Eli Lilly jumped onto the in vivo bandwagon, penning a deal worth up to $7 billion for Kelonia Therapeutics and its gene therapy delivery tech iGPS. Meanwhile, Belgium-based UCB scooped up Neurona Therapeutics for $650 million upfront and up to $500 million in milestone payments.On the policy front, President Donald Trump signed a new executive order that analysts believe could help psychedelic therapies become the “key next wave” of mental health therapies. The EO instructs the FDA to grant Commissioner's National Priority Vouchers (CNPVs) to “appropriate psychedelic drugs” that have secured breakthrough designation, a move that could cut review timelines from 10-12 months to 1-2 months for these therapies.Elsewhere, the FDA's rebuff of Replimune's advanced melanoma drug RP1 continues to make waves, with CEO Sushil Patel slamming the agency for failing to exercise flexibility, while experts have lamented the regulator's inconsistency.On the business side, Kailera managed to break biopharma's all-time IPO record, raising $625 million last week. The new all-time high prompted BioSpace to take a look back at other historic IPOs in the industry, with mRNA heavyweight Moderna's 2018 debut falling into second place.BioSpace also spoke with Denali Therapeutics CEO Ryan Watts about the company's long-awaited FDA approval for Hunter syndrome drug Avlayah. “It was the greatest professional moment of my life,” Watts said during an event put on by Utah's biotech community hub, BioHive.

Det er sommeren 1970. Vi befinder os på Denali, Nordamerikas højeste bjerg. Et hold på 6 kvinder vil forsøge at bestige bjerget og dermed blive den første rent kvindelige ekspedition, der når toppen. De kalder ekspeditionen for Denali Damsels - Denalis unge kvinder. Men let bliver det ikke. De kommer under et enormt pres. I årevis har de hørt mænd sige, at kvinder ikke kan klare de store bjerge, at de ikke har fysikken og mentaliteten til det. Så nu presser kvinderne sig selv til det yderste for at bevise, at de hører til, og at de kan selv. Men ikke nok med det; da de gabende gletsjersprækker dukker op og stormen buldrer ind over bjerget, begynder der at opstå uenigheder i gruppen, og snart vælter udfordringerne ned over dem.Medvirkende: Line Antoft, bjergbestiger og ekspeditionsleder, og har gennem mange undervist i gletsjer- redning og lavinekundskab i Norge. I 2018, som led i en ren dansk ekspedition, stod Line selv på toppen af Denali.

Jace and Denali embark on a bonus episode journey into BIG CAT country! What will they uncover? Could this mean a new horizon for the Litterboxd season?  This week they review Sabretooth (2002), a Sci-Fi Channel original movie about a genetically engineered Sabretooth who terrorizes campers after escaping into the California wilderness. This movie stars a very real Sabretooth tiger, along with John Rhys-Davies (of LOTR fame) and Josh Holloway (of Lost fame).    Also discussed: The La Brea Tar Pits, pre-historic startup ideas, and the best way to avoid a bear attack.    Thanks for stopping by!

On October 1st, 2025, 23-year-old Balin Miller stood near the summit of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park — glitter on his cheeks, orange tent packed, having just completed one of the most psychologically punishing climbs in the world. In the first nine months of 2025 alone, he had accomplished feats that made legends of the sport shake their heads in disbelief, all while living out of a beat-up silver Prius on a shoestring budget. But in the moments after his greatest triumph, something went terribly wrong. This is the story of a young man who packed more living into 23 years than most people do in a lifetime — and the single, heartbreaking oversight that ended it all. Bring tissues, and maybe don't listen to this one alone. Timestamps: 00:34 Disaster Strikes Intro 01:20 El Capitan Tragedy Setup 03:18 Baylen Alaska Origins 04:49 Prius Glitter Lifestyle 06:26 Reality Bath Solo 08:21 Denali Slavic Direct 11:18 Sea of Dreams Explained 14:02 Livestream Orange Tent 16:09 Rappel Off Rope End 17:37 Stopper Knot Theory 19:10 Aftermath And Tributes 22:13 Legacy And Lessons 25:13 Safety Reminder Outro Listen AD FREE: Support our podcast at patreaon: http://patreon.com/TheCruxTrueSurvivalPodcast Email us! thecruxsurvival@gmail.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecruxpodcast/ Get schooled by Julie in outdoor wilderness medicine! https://www.headwatersfieldmedicine.com/ References "Balin Miller: American climber dies aged 23 while climbing El Capitan." October 3, 2025. https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/03/sport/climbing-balin-miller-death-intl CBC News. "Climber Balin Miller, 23-year-old who achieved rare Banff summit, dies in fall at Yosemite's El Capitan." October 3, 2025. https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/yosemite-climbing-death-miller-1.7650097 Gafni, Matthias. "Witness describes horror of streaming climber Balin Miller's fatal fall in Yosemite." San Francisco Chronicle, October 4, 2025. https://www.sfchronicle.com/outdoors/article/witness-climber-balin-miller-fall-21083821.php Early, Wesley. "Alaska climber Balin Miller dies during El Capitan summit." Alaska Public Media, October 3, 2025. https://alaskapublic.org/news/2025-10-03/alaska-climber-balin-miller-dies-during-el-capitan-summit Gripped Magazine. "Balin Miller Solos the Slovak Direct on Denali." June 16, 2025. https://gripped.com/news/balin-miller-solos-the-slovak-direct-on-denali/ Gripped Magazine. "The Reality Bath in the Rockies Repeated Solo." January 11, 2025. https://gripped.com/profiles/the-reality-bath-in-the-rockies-repeated-solo/ Gripped Magazine. "Alpinist Balin Miller Dies in a Rappel Accident in Yosemite." October 2025. https://gripped.com/news/alpinist-balin-miller-dies-in-a-rappel-accident-in-yosemite/ Walsh, Anthony. "Bold Young Alpinist Balin Miller Dies in Yosemite Fall." Climbing Magazine, October 2025. https://www.climbing.com/news/alpinist-balin-miller-dies-in-yosemite/ American Alpine Club. "A Tribute to Balin Miller." October 15, 2025. https://americanalpineclub.org/news/2025/10/15/a-tribute-to-balin-miller Twight, Mark. "The Reality Bath re-Redux." Substack, January 17, 2025. https://marktwight.substack.com/p/the-reality-bath-re-redux Explorersweb. "Denali: Slovak Direct Soloed, Season in Full Swing." June 20, 2025. https://explorersweb.com/denali-slovak-direct-soloed-season-in-full-swing/ Wikipedia contributors. "Balin Miller." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Accessed October 2025. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Balin_Miller NBC News. "Noted climber falls to his death at Yosemite National Park's El Capitan rock formation." October 4, 2025. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/noted-climber-falls-death-yosemite-national-parks-el-capitan-rock-form-rcna235570 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailWelcome to another episode of The Chasing Daylight Podcast! In this episode, Matt makes his triumphant return to the golf course at Mountain Falls following his knee surgery, putting the new joint to the ultimate test. We also dive deep into the latest professional tour news, including Gary Woodland's emotional victory in Houston and the fallout from Tiger Woods' recent DUI arrest. Plus, we talk LPGA history, dive into putting analysis software, and give our top course recommendations for a golf trip to St. George, Utah! Topics Discussed:Matt discusses playing 18 holes at Mountain Falls for the first time with his new knee. He shares that he had zero tentative swings and was driving the ball well. Jeremy gets dialed in on the practice green and range with a new Quantum Max driver and Denali shaft. We recap Gary Woodland's amazing win in Houston and praise his incredible stinger shots. We break down Tiger Woods pleading not guilty to his DUI and stepping away from professional golf. We also discuss the crazy aftermarket hype for his Sunday Red mugshot polo that sold out and is fetching top dollar on eBay. The crew highlights Hyo Joo Kim making LPGA history with multiple 61s. We also preview the upcoming full-field LPGA event at Shadow Creek. Matt shares his new venture into putting analysis using Vertex software. He explains how a session with putting coach Preston Combs inspired him to look deeper into putting metrics. A massive shoutout to Tim Flotte for providing incredible remote golf coaching. Matt details his great experience using the Skillest app to fix his swing basics. We give our top course recommendations for a trip to St. George. Suggestions include Copper Rock, Black Desert, Sand Hollow, and taking a short drive to Wolf Creek. Details on joining the Grassy App using Matt's referral code for a chance to win a Quantum driver. Special thanks to our show sponsor:

Summary: In this special live episode of PRess Play: The StreetCred Podcast, Elena Krasnow sits down with Orion Advisory Technology President Reed Colley at Orion Ascent in gorgeous San Diego, California. Reed reflects on his more than 20-year journey in wealth technology, from building Black Diamond to helping scale Summit and guiding it through its merger with Orion. The conversation digs into what makes Orion Ascent a standout event, touching on real-time collaboration, community building and a genuine commitment to listening to advisors about what drives value. Reed speaks to the importance of empowering clients through technology while keeping the human element at the heart of financial advice. He also shares key announcements from Orion at Ascent, including an expanded collaboration with Anthropic and the rollout of the enterprise version of Denali AI. We cover: What makes Orion Ascent unique and the beauty of real-time collaboration The major inflection point advisor technology is facing today  Centering human connection in building an AI strategy  How advisors can use AI to create deeper, more powerful client relationships  Reed's personal passions and love of the outdoors …and much more! Don't miss this conversation on how technology and human connection are coming together to shape the future of advice. Topics: (0:27) Welcome to this special episode of PRess Play, live from Orion Ascent (0:42) Sunny San Diego (1:32) Reed’s 20+ year career in wealth technology (1:57) Building Black Diamond (2:27) Summit’s growth and eventual merger with Orion (3:12) An almost baseball player turned wealthtech innovator (3:57) What makes Orion Ascent unique as an event? (4:02) The opportunity to collaborate in real time (4:47) How Orion is building real community (5:27) Understanding what drives value for financial advisors (5:52) Listening to clients in order to empower them (6:22) A major inflection point in the technology revolution and future of financial advice (6:32) “A little thing called AI” (6:47) How advisors can use AI to create deeper and more powerful relationships with clients (7:27) Focus on the human connection and lean into that as a strategy (7:57) “If you’re not already using AI, start using it” (8:15) Orion’s enterprise level Denali AI (8:35) AI is a very supportive companion, sometimes too supportive (9:20) Orion’s expanded collaboration with Anthropic, the core engine behind the Denali platform (10:12) Creating the right structure and compliance around data (10:47) Human-first, AI-powered (10:59) Time for our play segment! (11:07) What Reed would be doing right now if he wasn’t at Orion (11:49) Reed’s favorite things to do for fun: the importance of family and spending time outdoors (12:46) Moment of gratitude (13:47) There’s three versions of every scenario, your version, someone else’s version and the real version   Connect with StreetCred PR:   Contact Us: https://streetcredpr.com/contact/  StreetCred PR Website: https://streetcredpr.com/  Elena Krasnow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-krasnow/  Jimmy Moock on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-moock-3103162/  StreetCred PR on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/streetcred-publicrelations/  Subscribe to PRess Play on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StreetCredPR    Connect with Reed Colley:   Orion: https://orion.com/  Reed Colley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reedcolley/    About our Guest:  Reed Colley joined Orion in January 2025 as President of Orion Advisor Technology following Orion's acquisition of Summit Wealth Systems. As co-founder and CEO of Summit, Reed recognized the need to humanize wealth management by creating a modern, digital and mobile experience for advisors and their clients. Prior to Summit, Reed founded and served as CEO of Black Diamond Performance Reporting. He also founded calendar analytics platform Copilot, Do Something Great Today, and FlightPath Inc. Reed holds a Bachelor of Science with degrees in Engineering and Economics from Vanderbilt University, where he was a starting pitcher on the baseball team. Publishing Tags: PRess Play, StreetCred PR, Podcast, Financial Journalism, Financial Media, Elena Krasnow, Wealth Management, WealthTech, Advisor Technology, Financial Advisors, RIA Industry, Artificial Intelligence, AI in Wealth Management, Financial Technology, Future of Advice, Innovation in Finance, Orion Ascent

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email)Jennie shares the details for her new on demand workshop - Alaska 10 Days 2 Ways - that gives you an itinerary for famous places like Denali and Seward, along with her favorite itinerary off the beaten track.Get Jennie's Alaska 10 Days 2 Ways Workshop here ($12 until Friday night, April 3rd ($17 starting April 4th)Save 10% in my shop anytime with the code: podcastSupport the show

In the annals of not being afraid to pick up the spare, Norm hits the big shot and wins a chicken dinner. Say what? Ben explains. Denali takes on three big issues. Cesar Chavez, the monster in the movement who was too big to be held accountable. Katie Britt and the use of a disarming persona to advance regressive policies. And her own Hannibal Buress moment regarding Raja's campaign contributions. Denali is a pro-democracy activist from the northwest side.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailBrian McCullough moved to Alaska in 1977 from Fresno, California to work on his uncle's gold mines in the foothills of Denali. Brian quickly caught the adventurous spirit and built his homestead on a high ridge above Talkeenta. His passion for all things mountaineering and building custom homes filled over four decades while living in Alaska. His first mountain rescue with the 'Mountain Maniacs' saved 2 lives from a plane crash at 10,000 on Denali in the month of December, 1981. This led to Brian's role participating in high mountain rescues in Denali National Park. Brian worked as a guide for several guiding companies on the slopes of the highest mountain of North America. He shares his observations of climate change in the Alaska Range through the lens of his camera. His photography has been shared throughout hundreds of lectures of climbing in the Alaska Range. As a master carpenter, his first sawmill that he acquired at age 22, cutting lumber out of the vast forest surrounding Talkeetna, shaped his life building custom homes. Above all, Brian loves sharing his passion for adventure and the outdoors with others. He can be contacted at: www.talkeetnapro.comThank you for listening to the Alaska Climate and Aviation Podcast. If you are interested in booking a flight for a Super Cub ride, contact Katie at:www.cubflights.comwww.katiewritergallery.comKatie Writer907-863-7669Journalist/Pilot/Photographerwww.katiewritergallery.comSupport the showYou can visit my website for links to other episodes and see aerial photography of South Central Alaska at:https://www.katiewritergallery.com

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In this episode, we have climbing legends Jamie Logan, Jack Tackle, and Ken Currens on the podcast to retell the story of an accident and rescue on Denali in 1979. Jack Tackle and Ken Currens were climbing partners with a number of big mountains and first ascents under their belt, and in 1979, it was their first trip to the Alaska Range. They had decided to attempt the unclimbed southeast face of Denali (also known as Mt. McKinley). In the middle of the climb, Ken, on lead, took a 250 ft fall when snow gave way beneath him. Once the rope came taught, he was hanging in mid air over a cliff, his femur badly broken. The rescue that followed is a story for the ages. We dive into the mechanics of the accident, what Jack Tackle had to do to get help, and how Jamie Logan and Mugs Stump—two of the most impressive alpinists of the time—were critical in helping save Ken. She and Mugs are especially known for the first ascent of the Emperor Face the year before, and though Mugs has passed, Jamie was able to fill us in on their experience of the rescue. In this episode, these legends put together the pieces of history that they all remember a tad bit differently—in real time, 47 years later.

She climbed Everest at 19 with no money, no permit, and no plan B. Krushnaa Patil is the youngest Indian woman to summit Mount Everest and one of only two Indians to attempt the Seven Summits — the seven highest peaks on seven continents. In this Women's Day Special episode of The xMonks Drive Podcast with Gaurav Arora, Krushnaa Patil shares her full story for the first time.From growing up trekking the Himalayas with her family to training as a classical dancer, from faking jaundice to sneak into a mountaineering course to fighting the Indian government, Bollywood celebrities, and a hostile expedition team just to raise ₹30 lakh for Everest — this is one of the most extraordinary journeys ever told on this podcast.Krushnaa Patil summited Everest on May 21, 2009 as part of the Eco Everest Expedition, becoming the youngest Indian woman to do so. She then completed the Seven Summits by climbing the highest peaks in Antarctica, South America, Europe, and Australia. But when she arrived at Denali — also known as Mount McKinley — in Alaska for her 7th and final summit, she was stopped 400 metres from the top and told she was the weakest member of the team. What happened next is a story of racism in mountaineering that she has never fully spoken about publicly.This episode covers:- Growing up in Pune and the Himalayas- Classical dance, yoga, Bharatanatyam and Kalari Payattu- NIM — the National Institute of Mountaineering, Uttarkashi- The Vice-Principal who told her to go to Bollywood- The Satopanth expedition and how she fought to be on it- The letter from a friend that destroyed her plan to climb Everest with NIM- Raising ₹30 lakh with zero connections — from Vilasrao Deshmukh to Aamir Khan- Her father's secret loan and how Saraswat Bank waived it after her Everest summit- The death of a Sherpa during the Eco Everest Expedition 2009- Climbing buddy Henry's breakdown at Camp Two on Everest- The lightning storm on summit night that echoed the 1996 Everest tragedy- Standing in the shadow of Everest at the South Summit- What Krushnaa Patil felt at the top of the world — shoonya- The racism in mountaineering she faced at Denali Mount McKinley- Why she considers the Seven Summits done and dusted anyway- What it really takes to climb Everest as a young Indian woman with no resourcesTimestamps:00:00 Everest First Impressions00:25 Setbacks And Doubts01:43 Rihanna And Big Dreams03:28 First Peaks And Destiny06:53 Getting On Satopanth11:04 Sickness And Team Role17:33 Betrayal Letter Fallout21:23 Raising Everest Funds26:54 Father Loan Twist36:40 Everest Summit Strategy38:50 Altitude Body Basics39:29 Death At Base Camp40:57 Buddy System Setup42:53 Henry Altitude Crisis45:35 Eco Everest And Spirits46:38 Oxygen And Summit Night48:45 Lightning And Ridge Lights53:34 South Summit Sunrise56:39 Summit Mindset Shift01:01:41 Descent Risks And Bodies01:04:26 Denali Summit Denied01:11:06 Racism Aftermath ClosingIf this episode moved you, please like, share and subscribe. Drop a comment below telling us what part of Krushnaa Patil's story hit you the hardest. And if you're watching this around Women's Day — share it with every woman in your life who needs to hear this story.

The Dental A-Team Podcast has been around for seven years, if you can believe it! Kiera reflects on her original goal with the pod, how that goal (and dentistry in general) has changed since. It's been an evolution of leadership, systems, culture, and growth, and the ball is still rolling. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:02) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera and happy birthday to the Dental A Team podcast. guys, gosh, if this was a child that I would have had, Dental A Team podcast today is seven years old. We started this back in 2019. So is that right? 2020 would be one, 21, 22, 23, 25, 26, seven. Guys, seven years. We've been hanging out together. Like gosh, I would have a seven year old child. Like that's insane. And I just think like, thank you.   is what I is my biggest piece of ⁓ if I was blowing out the candles today, which I usually actually do. ⁓ That thank you for going on seven years of a journey. Thank you for listening to me when I used to car cast and I didn't have video and I was so new. I remember like one of my first ones was like nailing jello to a wall. And like, gosh, I just think back to don't break up with me and so many of the podcasts over the years and the guests that we've had and the   people that I've met because of this podcast, like I get emotional, I get grateful of, gosh, like we just think that these things happen. We think that, it was just right time, right place, but I believe that there's something far greater than that to where all of us were working, we were being prepared, we were being put into place where it didn't just slip into place and happen. It was something that was magical, it was euphoric, and it was meant to be able to reach each other, to be able to talk to each other, to be able to serve you.   to be able to have you implement and put things into your place in your practices, to be able to be right time, right place, but due to lots of preparation to be here. So if you're new to the podcast, welcome, I'm Kiera Dent. I had this crazy idea to create a podcast that helps dentists and teams come together. Being a team member myself and being a business owner, guys, like this is the perfect platform to bring that together. And I think I have such a special vantage point to be able to share with you doctor and team members perspectives. And so today I just wanted to think about like,   growth doesn't happen overnight. And what the podcast was versus what the podcast has become, it's crazy to see how far we've come and how much we've evolved. You guys, have like 1100 plus episodes, never in my wildest dreams that I think I would hit record that many times and talk to you for this many years and hang out with you and travel across the globe with you. But it's one of those things of today is going to be reflecting back and a forward looking episode. And this I think very much applies to practices, team member evolution and how it goes. And I think   days often feel long and years seem short. And when we can do this, we're gonna look at like, gosh, what the journey has been in seven years and how fast it goes and how slow it goes and hurdles and challenges. But you guys, this is about how we reflect on the growth we've had on our practices and how it's gonna be able to serve you guys moving forward. So as we go through this truly, I hope that today, I don't know, just wrap your arms around yourself, give you a giant hug and pretend that's me giving you a hug.   a hug for listening, a hug for sharing, hug for ⁓ leaving reviews, a hug for ⁓ giving ideas, a hug for sharing in Facebook groups where we glean information, a hug for ⁓ being a pen pal to me, a hug for ⁓ allowing me a space to share my life to the podcast. It's been something where I will wake up in the middle and I'm like, my gosh, I got a great idea. I'm gonna go like podcasts this of sharing tips and tricks and things that I feel you guys would really benefit and serve. So just giving you like,   Just give a squeeze because I adore you. love you and I'm so grateful for this. So as we reflect back, ⁓ I think oftentimes we see growth as much easier if we look back, right? Like little kids, you don't see them growing day on day and day. But when you measure on a wall, you're able to see the growth. And it's like, wow, we have this. And so when I started the podcast, my goal was like, let's give teams, let's give tactical. And we stayed that stayed true. ⁓   But over time it's expanded and I recognize the needs of practices. mean, hashtag COVID, things changed, it became radical. We went through the great migration together. We've gone through team members and the evolution of hiring and firing and culture and going from like dentists and to where it's like, wow, we aren't just here at Basic. We're now looking at CEOs and we're running these multimillion dollar businesses. We've got startup practices. I've got practices doing 30, 40, 50 million in their locations like.   It's an evolution of leadership and systems and culture and growth. like, all of this is like, we can't say stuck. I mean, now we've got AI introductions. It's like, gosh, like the crazy cool stuff. And so it's something to see like how both industry and conversations have matured over time. And I think also for you and your practice, think today, one of when you started that might be this year. Kudos. There's some of you I know that just bought your practices and I'm so freaking proud of you. Hashtag my Midwestern students. I'm so proud of both of you ⁓ and you both know who you are.   You might be on day one of your practice ownership. You also might be on day like, I don't know, a thousand. Gosh, like, is it crazy to think that day a thousand's only about three years in? You might be on day 20,000. Shoot, how many years is 20,000? I'm gonna do some math, because 20,000 divided by 365 days, you'd be at 54 years. Some of you actually might be there. Some of you are maybe like 10 years in, so you're on day like 3650. I don't know, that was so hard for me, okay?   3650, 10,000, what'd we say on that? If you're at 10,000 days, you're at 27 years in the practice. A thousand, like just think about that. Sorry, I know my math earlier was a little off. A thousand days, that'd be about like just over three years. That's what I meant by the 10,000. 10,000, shoot, you're in 27 years plus. But when we look at this, we think about how everything's evolved. And I want you guys to really look at like.   How have things evolved in dentistry, even since the time you became a dentist? And if you're a dentist in school, like look back, it's an evolution. And so I think it's like, the goal is always like growth, but I think it's expansion and impact more than it's growth. Like we can just grow, but we can be unhappy. But expansion is not just about size, it's about reach and influence. And it's one thing like we could have thousands of followers, which honestly, you guys, I'm blown away when I look to see where our podcast reaches and the countries and the international impact and the...   the state side impact and the number of offices. You guys like that is such a blessing to me. That was the goal. The goal was how can I have a voice, a positive impact of tactical of being your friend in the industry that's always going to go out and always about the best companies and bet the best practices and be on the cutting edge of things. That's what it is. And it's about reaching influence and impact. Like in every one of my vision boards, impact is in the middle. I want to impact your life in the most positive way. And so when you're looking at it for you,   It's not just about growth, it's about expansion and impact and influence. And so it's, what does it look like in a practice? Like as we grow, you're going to have stronger teams, you're going to have cleaner systems, you're going to have healthier leadership. Think back to day one of practice ownership, to day 10 of practice ownership, like it's very different. Dental A team as a company this year hits 10 years old. Can you believe that? I was three years in when I started this podcast. Kiera Dent has evolved. We have a stronger team. We have clearer systems. We have healthier leadership, but I'm still evolving. Is there an out as like...   me and a couple of people, Tip was like almost like employee number one. And those are two girls who wanted to make an impact in this world. And while that has stayed the same, there has been maturity because we've had to, we needed to have cleaner systems. We have to navigate the change. We have to have different challenges, different opportunities. And it's something where it's like, we want to create, I think you go from like rapid fire excitement to keeping that into this more mature of what's the legacy, what's the impact, what's the expansion that we're going to go to. And so   ⁓ I think it's a space for you and your practice of what do I want my growth, aka my expansion, which is going to be about influence and expansion. That's my growth. What do I want that to look like? What do I want my teams to look like? What do I my leadership to look like? What do I want our reach and our impact in our community to look like? What do I my legacy to start to feel like? And I remember I was like on a plane and I was filling in what my 10 year vision of my business looked like. And I remember being like,   gonna be? I said it in 2019. you know, that's three years away and I was like, I'm gonna be 43. I was 33 at the time. I was like, my gosh, I'm gonna be so old. Now I'm getting close to that and I'm like, wow, that wasn't too bad. But it was so hard for me to imagine 10 years from now. But I think that exercise forced me to really get crystal clear of what do I want my life, my expansion, my growth, my impact to be? And then what kind of a team do I need around me?   What kind of ⁓ clients are we going to attract? You guys, I don't want all clients. I want the nice ones. I want the ones who are obsessed with their teams. I want those who are obsessed with giving back and growing and being the best. want people who are obsessed with giving to a community and taking from a community. I want people that want to their standards, rise to the next level. I want those people in our community. And if that's you, you better join us. Denali team.   is the place for you. And it's not just about growing and elevating your practice. Well, yes, we're all about ROI. It's about ROI on your life. It's about making you have a better life, a happier life, a more fulfilled life. So join us. That's what we're about. And if your practice feels that way, and that's the expansion and growth you want to have, it's a let's reflect back on who we were, and then let's focus on where we want to go and who we want to become. And so really truly having that of, I just want you to think of A, what's a podcast that you've implemented since listening for seven years? And B,   What's an area or an idea that if you look back, truly has shaped and changed the way you've done dentistry or run your practice? I know for me, hiring a coach is truly one of the most impactful times of my life. Liz, I will sing her praises forever. I met her in 2019, basically right when I started the podcast. Liz has been so influential for me and she's guided me. She's matured me. She's made me into a stronger leader. I've cried with her. I've argued with her. We've had to have timeouts together.   She's the person who like just a couple days ago. I called crying and I was like Liz I don't know what I'm doing again I sometimes feel like a child and she's just that like nurturing loving woman to me that has given me guidance has given me direction and I will tell you that that is something that I heard people like you need a coach you need a guide and I was like yeah, yeah, know what I'm doing I'm so good at this she has like I think steered me away from so many wrong decisions I could have made and helped me make better decisions. She helped me be profitable. She helped me learn number she   And she did it with no judgment. And I think giving that gift back to so many offices is so radical. But when you look at it, what is something that you are really proud of that was a decision you made that radically improved your practice? That's something that I want you to focus on. And then when I look ahead to where I need to go for us, like our next 10 years, I realize like, I need to hire a COO. Do you know how scary of a decision that was? I was like, yeah, I recognize I need someone who's been there, done that in corporate like companies like we.   We coach dental practices, but running a consulting company is so much different than a dental practice. And that was a decision. And that's what our 10 years needs to have. I needed somebody much stronger than me that could pair with me. And we're hiring that we've had somebody amazing in place for that. And we're bringing on our next full-time person for that. And I just think that's my next 10 years. That's what I need to hire. That's what it is. It's not an overnight change, but it is an evolution. It's an evolution of how we do our systems and our processes.   That's going to be an evolution. Our patient experience, our client experience, those are evolution. So looking at it of what was one that you implemented and then what's one that you're going to implement for your next 10 year stint. And then that goes into our next piece of how we look ahead with intention. And I think when we go into that expansion and that growth, it's going to require clarity and not urgency. And to me, I think that this has been the most maturity of like going from the podcast where it was like, Hey, I'm Kiera. And I just want to talk to you about like all these cool things too.   Hey, what does the podcast really need? And hey, what are the industry trends and what are things you're not thinking about that me on the podcast is a voice and a wisdom to guide you through? I need to be delivering for you. That's looking ahead with clarity and not urgency. That's morphing and evolving. And so looking to see how your practice can move forward and expand and grow with clarity and not urgency. Sometimes you need urgency, but what I found is as you go through the process, you actually stop making as many urgent decisions   and you move into more sustainable, ⁓ we're getting ready to do a say to the company. And what's great is I can share this with you because guess what? ⁓ My team will have heard of before this releases, so I can share it with you. ⁓ But Britt did a really awesome thing. And I loved her play on words of how we kind of are doing this. Like we're going ⁓ when we change our, like what we've been focused on. And we were on a rapid growth era.   And now we're moving into a consistent results era. And like the difference of that urgency zone, like just what it kind of feels like is like the focus and the urgency is focusing on fires and tasks. Our decisions are driven by urgency and gut instinct. Our leadership roles is that the owner is involved in everything. Our accountability is top down and reactive. Our growth and results, results fluctuate with effort and energy. Okay, so that's kind of that urgency. And we move into more of this consistent and having a bit more clarity on there, right? So it's gonna be   We have it on clarity. And what that looks like is our focus is outcomes over activity. So results over tasks. Like, what are we trying to achieve? What are the KPIs? What do we need to do? Yes, we've got these tasks, but like, I can make 50 phone calls, but not fill a schedule. No, the outcome is I fill the schedule, not just make the phone calls. Our decisions are driven by data priorities and long-term impact. So what's going to impact us the most? There was a doctor who talked about this the other day and he said like, how, like what takes up 80 % of my front office is time.   And how can I alleviate so they have like 80 % of their times on patient care? And I was like, that's freaking brilliant. Like asking questions by that leadership roles, ⁓ leaderships now lead, manage and hold accountable. They remove obstacles for their team and they elevate performance before it was like owners involved in everything. Now it's having a leadership team that's doing it. Accountability is shared systems driven and focused on outcomes. Growth and results are predictable, repeatable and driven by proven systems rather than like effort and energy. So like, if we get tired on that, our results dip down.   but we've got predictable, repeatable, and driven with proven systems. That's going to be that next level of how do you look ahead with intention? You move away from this urgent to this more clear zone ⁓ and really get that clarity that your team needs. Even just saying that and driving a practice into that, you feel calm, you feel connected, you feel centered, you don't feel this like constant panic, but getting from point A to point Z does take intentionality.   does take clarity, does take time. We didn't start the podcast on day one and get it to where it is today. That was an evolution, just like looking back at this. And this is something of like, we are focused on freedom, not from new stress. We're on intentional growth, not more growth. We start to prioritize our time, our needs, and you start to realize less is more. That's how it is. And I think when practices do this, they start out crazy. They should, that's how it is. And then we morph and we move into like, perfect, we're gonna have leadership teams and we're gonna have   ⁓ direction and we're gonna have numbers and data and we're gonna make decisions based on that. And then we're going to move into what does this look like for all of us of how are we getting there? And we roll out visions and we have a vision for the whole team and a mission that we're all rallied behind and every person's contributing to that. And we start to have more ⁓ awareness to the teams and departments and we have more outcomes and less burnout with less effort. And I think about the podcast, I used to podcast.   like a freaking beast guys. I'd be doing it on my drives. I'd be doing it in the middle of the night. I'd be doing it on planes. I'd be doing it like when I'd wake up at the hotel. That was very chaotic for me. And now we have like set days and we have a marketing team and we talk about ideas and we talk about you guys and we come up with plans for you. It's so much different than what it was. And I'm able to be my best self for you on the podcast rather than my frantic like, oh, I got to these podcasts done. It's something that I can look forward to. And I think the question for you to say of like, again, remember we went through this. had   Number one, reflect on the journey so far. Then we said celebrate expansions and impact. And then we look ahead with intention. And I think that the question for you is as you're evolving, even if you're on day one of practice ownership, or you're on day 27, or like 27 years, or 54 years, or 60 years, ask yourself, what does the next version of my expansion and impact look like for me in my practice?   And I think for us with the podcast, we just did this and I'm really excited. You guys are going to start to notice there's going to be a little bit of different vibe, a little bit of a different scene. What's been, it was not like so many of the things, the tactical, the practical, the giving you all of it, but there will be an evolution of things that you need. And I think when we look at our practices, what's the evolution that your practice needs to get to that next amazing version that's less is more, more outcomes over activity.   more clarity over urgency that you'll be able to really take to your team. You guys, this is how, like when we reflect back and I think about the podcast and I think about practices, this is how we're able to get clarity and how we're able to get impact and how we're able to get intentional growth that actually lasts and it's not like short spurts. You guys, I've done the short spurts. It's like, won't grow. we gotta retract. We won't grow again. We gotta retract. We didn't have it built. It's more intentional growth done with plans, with reflection, with learning from the past.   and going into the future. guys growth for me is a journey. And I think that celebrating milestones and sharing and doing birthdays and all of that is really fun. And I hope you celebrate the birthdays of your business. Britt asked me the other day, she Kiera, when are we at 10 years? And I was like, oh my gosh, like November 16th, 2026, 10 years, a decade of business ownership and the lessons I've learned, the opportunities, the lives, seven years on the podcast. You guys, that's so many incredible people.   that have been a part of this journey of growing me, of evolving us, of being a part of my life. And I just want to say thank you and celebrate these milestones, celebrate you. I think so often I can be like, cool, high five. And now onto the next one versus like, we freaking hit seven years guys together. That's a seven year relationship. A lot of people don't even make it that far. And yet we're in this together. So even if you want to share my like birthday gift wish would be.   Send me an email. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com of what's been a podcast that's inspired you or changed your life or a ⁓ tool or something that just really made you think because then I'm able to even get more contextual contact from all of you. This podcast built for you. It's built by an obsessed person for dentistry for you to make sure that you're living your best life, that things are the absolute best that they can possibly be for you. And I am so grateful for you guys. This podcast truly exists to support your growth, your leadership, your practice, your team today.   and in the future. And I cannot wait. Leave us a review, send me a note. A review would mean the world to me. A note. ⁓ I'm such a geek. I really do love like little letters and notes. I love to read reviews. I think those are ⁓ very public personal notes and they just mean the world to me. So thank you for being a part of this. Happy birthday to the podcast. I'm here for you guys today and in the future. And as always, I adore you. And if we can help you in any way, reach out. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com And as always, thanks for listening. I'll catch you next time on The Dental A Team Podcast.

Dr. Laura Scherck Wittkoff welcomes Ann Medlock and John Graham, the founders and leaders of the Giraffe Heroes Project—an organization that has spent over 40 years celebrating ordinary people who "stick their necks out" for the common good. From their serendipitous Superman movie meet-cute to building a global movement around courage, compassion, and community, Ann and John share how storytelling became their most powerful tool for inspiring action and creating change. Key Topics Discussed The Power of Storytelling Over Preaching - John's evolution: realizing that 10,000 years of human history—from Neanderthals to troubadours—proves that **stories inspire action** in ways speeches cannot - How storytelling bypasses the mind's objections and goes straight to the heart - The role of narrative in communicating core values and inspiring heroism Redefining Courage - Courage isn't gender-specific—it's something we all possess - Ann's bold stance: firing an advisor who claimed courage was a "man's issue" - John's journey: recognizing that emotional and spiritual courage are as powerful as physical bravery - Why physical courage (climbing mountains, dodging bullets) was easier than the emotional courage required for real change The Giraffe Heroes Project: Mission & Impact - Founded in 1981 by Ann Medlock as an antidote to violence and trivia in media - Nearly 2,000 giraffes honored across 30+ fields and 16+ countries - Seven overseas affiliates extending impact globally - Civil disobedience (à la Gandhi and MLK) is celebrated; actions must benefit significant numbers of people Collaboration Over Competition - The Giraffe Heroes school program is built on collaboration, not competition - Free, digital-accessible curriculum for teachers worldwide - The program transforms classrooms: creating "communities of learners" instead of isolated, competing students - The powerful bicycle story: a student's classmates cheer when he masters riding a two-wheel bike—something that wouldn't have happened before the program Education & Youth Empowerment - Over 2,000 classroom downloads; approximately 375,000 children reached through print materials - Materials available free at Giraffe.org/teachers (email sign-up only) - The US Navy uses the program in overseas schools - Cartoon characters "Stanley" (Stand Tall) and "Beatrice" (Be Tall)—giraffe twins—tell stories to 3-year-olds about bravery and caring - Grandpa and Grandma tell different versions to reach multiple learning styles - Teachers report that kids shift from isolated to connected when exposed to the program The Ripple Effect of Recognition - Many heroes don't see themselves as heroic and are reluctant to share their stories - Telling giraffe stories inspires not just the public, but the giraffes themselves - Real example: a small-town barber doing community work thinks no one is watching—until the story is told and volunteers and support arrive - Some giraffes report they considered quitting but were re-energized by hearing their own story shared Overcoming Barriers - **Funding:** The biggest ongoing challenge. Some funders prefer direct interventions (saving redwoods, backing candidates) over storytelling - Early federal grants supported classroom curriculum development (over $1M across 10 years) - Money and mindset: convincing people that purpose-driven storytelling is as important as tactical giving - The "lightweight" perception: early critics dismissed storytelling as trivial until results were undeniable The Love Story Within the Hero Story - Ann and John met at a writer's group in New York, 1981-1982 - Ann invited John to see the original Superman movie (somewhat reluctantly) - Their three-day courtship led to a 44+ year partnership - John initially thought the giraffe concept was "lightweight" but came to see Ann as a "troubadour for our times" - Wedding entry music: Superman theme - John writes the bylaws; Ann does the creative, bold work—"it works out well" Aging, Purpose, and Public Health - Doing good has measurable health benefits, especially for aging populations - Purpose-driven service is a form of preventive medicine - Ann is 92 years old and "not quitting"; John is 83 and still creating TikToks and short-form videos - Stories of older heroes: a woman in her 80s smuggling pharmaceuticals to Central American revolutionaries, organizing environmentalists and tribes in the Pacific Northwest - The Swiss watch metaphor: a life without purpose is like a watch with no hands—what's the point? Adapting & Staying Relevant - Evolution from LPs (33s) shipped to radio stations → print materials → digital access - Now on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts, and other social platforms - Constantly reinventing tactics and strategies while staying true to the 1981 mission - Not falling behind culturally is essential to remaining impactful The Dream: "Giraffe" as a Verb - Ann's top wish: for "giraffe" to become a verb—"Let's giraffe this!" - Similar to how "Google" and "Kleenex" became verbs - A measure of cultural penetration and lasting impact Global Scale, Tiny Budget - Working on less than $100K annually - "Tiny but mighty" organization with genuinely global impact - Known from North America to Singapore - Seven overseas affiliates amplifying reach Inspiration from Other Heroes - Ann draws inspiration from Nelson Mandela's autobiographies and insightful life stories - John's personal mantra: Robert Frost's "Two roads diverged in a yellow wood / I took the one less traveled by / And that's all the difference" - Ann's personal song: "Whatever Lola Wants" from Damn Yankees—she's created something from nothing and keeps iterating **Website:** Giraffe.org - **Teacher Materials:** Giraffe.org/teachers (free, digital, email sign-up) - **Contact:** Laura at Small and Gutsy (laura@smallandgutsy.org) - **Social Media:** Giraffe Heroes on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts **Ann Medlock** is a freelance editor, publicist, and writer who founded the Giraffe Heroes Project in 1981. She was named an Education Innovator by the National Education Association and received the Caring Institute's Caring Award. At 92 years old, she continues to lead the organization and develop new materials. **John Graham** is the Executive Director of Giraffe Heroes. A former US Foreign Service officer, he has worked on peace initiatives across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. He has climbed Denali's north wall, hitchhiked around the world, and worked as a war correspondent. He and Ann have been partners for 44 years.

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The final stages of the expedition to summit Denali were grueling for Walter Harper and the rest of the team. And after that accomplishment, Harper's life was tragically short. Research: Bishop, Click. “Sponsor Statement SB-144 – Walter Harper Day.” Alaska State Legislature. https://www.akleg.gov/basis/get_documents.asp?session=31&docid=58198 Dean, Patrick. “How Hudson Stuck's Ascent of Denali Boosted Recognition of Indigenous Alaskans.” History News Network. 12/13/2020. https://www.hnn.us/article/how-hudson-stucks-ascent-of-denali-boosted-recogni Denali National Park and Preserve. “Superintendent Harry Karstens.” https://www.nps.gov/dena/learn/photosmultimedia/station06a.htm Ehrlander, Mary. “Walter Harper, Alaska Native Son.” UAF Summer Sessions & Lifelong Learning. Via YouTube. 7/7/2018. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-FrvS3gONg Farquhar, Francis P. “Henry P. Karstens—1878-1955.” The American Alpine Club. https://publications.americanalpineclub.org/articles/12195611200/Henry-P-Karstens-1878-1955 Hayes, Alan L. “One Congregation, Two Cultures: St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Nenana, Alaska.” Anglican and Episcopal History, vol. 68, no. 1, 1999, pp. 141–46. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/42612013. Accessed 24 Nov. 2025. James, David A. “In story of the legendary ‘Walter Harper: Alaska Native Son,’ Denali is just the beginning.” Alaska Daily News. 12/16/2017. https://www.adn.com/arts/books/2017/12/16/in-story-of-the-legendary-walter-harper-alaska-native-son-denali-is-just-the-beginning/ James, David. “The Brief, But Bright Story of Walter Harper.” Alaska. 5/21/2022. https://alaskamagazine.com/authentic-alaska/the-brief-but-bright-story-of-walter-harper/ John, Peter. “The Gospel According to Peter John.” Krupa, David J., editor. Alaska Native Knowledge Network. 1996. https://ankn.uaf.edu/publications/Books/Peter_John.pdf Johnson, Erik. “Honoring the Unsung Heroes of the 1913 Summit Expedition: Esaias George and John Fredson.” National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/dena-history-unsung-heroes.htm Johnson, Erik. “The Ultimate Triumph and Tragedy: Remembering Walter Harper 100 Years Later.” National Park Service. Denali National Park. https://www.nps.gov/articles/dena-history-harper.htm Manville, Julie and Ross Maller. “The Influence of Christian Missionaries on Alaskan Indigenous Peoples.” Interdisciplinary Journal of Research on Religion. Vol. 5, Article 8. 2009. Miller, Matt. “‘May Light Perpetual Shine Upon Them.’” KTOO. https://www.ktoo.org/2013/10/26/may-light-perpetual-shine-upon-them/ New York Times. “Yukon Indian Opens Coney Island Eyes.” 6/1/1914. Stuck, Hudson. “A winter circuit of our Arctic coast; a narrative of a journey with dog-sleds around the entire Arctic coast of Alaska.” New York. C. Scribner’s Sons. 1920. https://archive.org/details/wintercircuito00stuc/ Stuck, Hudson. “Ten Thousand Miles With A Dog Sled a Narrative of winter travel in Interior Alaska.” 1917. https://archive.org/details/tenthousandmiles0000huds/ Stuck, Hudson. “The ascent of Denali (Mount McKinley) a narrative of the first complete ascent of the highest peak in North America.” New York, C. Scribner's Sons. 1914. https://archive.org/details/ascentofdenalimo01stuc/ Stuck, Hudson. “Voyages on the Yukon and its tributaries: a narrative of summer travel in the interior of Alaska.” New York : Charles Scribner's Sons. 1917. https://archive.org/details/cihm_76545/ Walker, Tom. “A Brief Account of the 1913 Climb of Mount McKinley.” Denali National Park and Preserve. https://www.nps.gov/dena/learn/historyculture/1913ex.htm Woodside, Christine. “Who Led the First Ascent of Denali? Hudson Stuck, Archdeacon of the Yukon.” Vol. 63, No., 2 Summer/Fall 2012. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While working as a guide in his youth, Walter Harper met and worked for a man named Hudson Stuck. Their friendship would lead to Walter becoming the first person to reach the summit of Denali. Research: Bishop, Click. “Sponsor Statement SB-144 – Walter Harper Day.” Alaska State Legislature. https://www.akleg.gov/basis/get_documents.asp?session=31&docid=58198 Dean, Patrick. “How Hudson Stuck's Ascent of Denali Boosted Recognition of Indigenous Alaskans.” History News Network. 12/13/2020. https://www.hnn.us/article/how-hudson-stucks-ascent-of-denali-boosted-recogni Denali National Park and Preserve. “Superintendent Harry Karstens.” https://www.nps.gov/dena/learn/photosmultimedia/station06a.htm Ehrlander, Mary. “Walter Harper, Alaska Native Son.” UAF Summer Sessions & Lifelong Learning. Via YouTube. 7/7/2018. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-FrvS3gONg Farquhar, Francis P. “Henry P. Karstens—1878-1955.” The American Alpine Club. https://publications.americanalpineclub.org/articles/12195611200/Henry-P-Karstens-1878-1955 Hayes, Alan L. “One Congregation, Two Cultures: St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Nenana, Alaska.” Anglican and Episcopal History, vol. 68, no. 1, 1999, pp. 141–46. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/42612013. Accessed 24 Nov. 2025. James, David A. “In story of the legendary ‘Walter Harper: Alaska Native Son,’ Denali is just the beginning.” Alaska Daily News. 12/16/2017. https://www.adn.com/arts/books/2017/12/16/in-story-of-the-legendary-walter-harper-alaska-native-son-denali-is-just-the-beginning/ James, David. “The Brief, But Bright Story of Walter Harper.” Alaska. 5/21/2022. https://alaskamagazine.com/authentic-alaska/the-brief-but-bright-story-of-walter-harper/ John, Peter. “The Gospel According to Peter John.” Krupa, David J., editor. Alaska Native Knowledge Network. 1996. https://ankn.uaf.edu/publications/Books/Peter_John.pdf Johnson, Erik. “Honoring the Unsung Heroes of the 1913 Summit Expedition: Esaias George and John Fredson.” National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/dena-history-unsung-heroes.htm Johnson, Erik. “The Ultimate Triumph and Tragedy: Remembering Walter Harper 100 Years Later.” National Park Service. Denali National Park. https://www.nps.gov/articles/dena-history-harper.htm Manville, Julie and Ross Maller. “The Influence of Christian Missionaries on Alaskan Indigenous Peoples.” Interdisciplinary Journal of Research on Religion. Vol. 5, Article 8. 2009. Miller, Matt. “‘May Light Perpetual Shine Upon Them.’” KTOO. https://www.ktoo.org/2013/10/26/may-light-perpetual-shine-upon-them/ New York Times. “Yukon Indian Opens Coney Island Eyes.” 6/1/1914. Stuck, Hudson. “A winter circuit of our Arctic coast; a narrative of a journey with dog-sleds around the entire Arctic coast of Alaska.” New York. C. Scribner’s Sons. 1920. https://archive.org/details/wintercircuito00stuc/ Stuck, Hudson. “Ten Thousand Miles With A Dog Sled a Narrative of winter travel in Interior Alaska.” 1917. https://archive.org/details/tenthousandmiles0000huds/ Stuck, Hudson. “The ascent of Denali (Mount McKinley) a narrative of the first complete ascent of the highest peak in North America.” New York, C. Scribner's Sons. 1914. https://archive.org/details/ascentofdenalimo01stuc/ Stuck, Hudson. “Voyages on the Yukon and its tributaries: a narrative of summer travel in the interior of Alaska.” New York : Charles Scribner's Sons. 1917. https://archive.org/details/cihm_76545/ Walker, Tom. “A Brief Account of the 1913 Climb of Mount McKinley.” Denali National Park and Preserve. https://www.nps.gov/dena/learn/historyculture/1913ex.htm Woodside, Christine. “Who Led the First Ascent of Denali? Hudson Stuck, Archdeacon of the Yukon.” Vol. 63, No., 2 Summer/Fall 2012. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.