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### 10. Joseph Sternberg: BritishPolitical Realignment Joseph Sternberg analyzes the fragmentation of Britishpolitics, highlighting the rise of the Greens. He notes their socialist economic platform and foreign policy ideas designed to attract specific voter demographics in the northwest districts. (11)1951 TEHRAN
Struggling with a racing mind or insomnia? Fall asleep fast with this 10-minute sleep meditation designed to bridge the gap between daily noise and nightly stillness. We use a specialized nervous system reset to lower stress and signal your body it is safe to rest.In This Episode:[0:00] Cold Intro: Immediate grounding for bedtime anxiety.[0:40] Show Intro: How to break the cycle of worry with our Anxiety Circuit Breaker course.[1:08] Horizon Breathing: A 4-minute rhythmic breathing exercise to lengthen your exhale and release tension.[4:45] Sleep Affirmations: 4 minutes of soft affirmations to let go of unfinished business and reclaim your worth.[7:55] 3 Tips for Deeper Sleep: Proven techniques including temperature regulation and the brain dump method.[8:51] Slow Outro: A gentle fade into restorative deep sleep.Featured Resource:The Anxiety Circuit Breaker Course: Stop a racing mind in its tracks with our specialized 5-day toolkit. Designed for high-performers and those feeling "stuck" in stress.
We will shortly be reviewing this model, so here is the latest information about it while our testers put it through it's paces. Pixel 10a: All the essentials and more, at a price you'll love The new Pixel 10a packs core Pixel experiences into a sleek, durable design for just $499. Our Pixel A-series phones always offer our most helpful features at an accessible price point. And with the new Pixel 10a, we're making many of our advanced AI tools and best-in-class camera system available. Smooth by design Pixel 10a's refined smooth design features a completely flat back. The camera bar blends seamlessly with the back of the phone, so it easily slips in and out of your pocket, and lies perfectly flat wherever you place it. Designed with sustainability in mind, Pixel 10a is made with the most recycled material of any 1 A-series Pixel yet, including for the first time recycled cobalt, copper, gold and tungsten. It has a satin-finish 100% recycled aluminium frame and an 81% recycled plastic back cover.2 Pixel 10a debuts a reimagined color story, blending a sophisticated palette with a bold new energy for the season. It comes in Lavender, Berry, Fog and Obsidian. Built to last, and with even more battery life Pixel 10a is our most durable A-series phone yet thanks to IP68 water and dust protection and 3 durable materials. With an upgraded Corning® Gorilla® Glass 7i cover glass on the display it's exceptionally designed to deliver improved durability for better scratch and drop resistance.4 The 6.3-inch Actua display is also 11% brighter than Pixel 9a, so your photos and videos look vibrant even in direct sunlight. It also has faster charging than Pixel 9a, with more than 30 hours of battery life and up to 120 5 with Extreme Battery Saver turned on. Plus, Pixel 10a will come with seven years of OS, 1 These recycled materials are at least 36% of product based on weight. 2 Recycled aluminum in the frame is at least 16% of product based on weight. The recycled plastic in the back cover accounts for at least 3% of the product based on product weight. 3 Designed to comply with dust and water protection rating IP68 under IEC standard 60529 when each device leaves the factory but the device is not water or dust proof. Water resistance and dust resistance are not permanent conditions and will diminish or be lost over time due to normal wear and tear, device repair, disassembly or damage. Phone is not drop/tumble proof and dropping your device may result in loss of water/dust resistance. Damage from drops, tumbles, and other external forces are not covered under warranty. Liquid damage voids the warranty. See g.co/pixel/water for details. 4 Compared to Pixel 9a. 5 Up to 30W for wired charging using the Google 45W USB-C® Power Charger (sold separately). Battery life depends upon many factors and usage of certain features will decrease battery life. Actual battery life may be lower. Over time, Pixel software will manage battery performance to help maintain battery health as your battery ages. See g.co/pixel/battery-tests and g.co/pixel/batteryhealth for details. 6 security and Pixel Drops. And for added peace of mind, we're bringing Satellite SOS to the A-series for the first time, so you can connect with emergency services even when you're without Wi-Fi or cellular service. 7 A camera for extraordinary photos every day Pixel 10a has the best camera under $500 with a 48MP main camera and a 13MP ultrawide camera. In fact, our A-series phones have had the best-in-class camera five generations in a 8 row. You can take photos so amazing, you won't believe you actually took them. Capture crisp details up close with Macro Focus and in low light with Night Sight. It also features some of our most popular photo tools, available to the A-series for the first time: Auto Best Take helps make sure everyone in a group photo looks their best by automatically with a single shutter press Pixel analyzes multiple frames to find the perfect shot. Camera Coach u...
UGREEN, a leading global consumer electronics brand, announced on March 6 that pre-orders have opened for its latest Maxidok line of docks, an all-new collection of Thunderbolt 5 docking stations for the European market. As a leading docking station brand on Amazon Europe, UGREEN brings next-generation desktop connectivity to the lineup, with higher bandwidth, lower latency, and greater expansion capabilities, providing a significant boost in performance and workflow flexibility. As laptops become thinner and lighter, the trade-off is fewer available ports. At the same time, demand for faster data transfers, multi-display outputs, and external storage continues to rise. The Maxidok line, the latest flagship in UGREEN's Revodok series, is built to resolve these challenges with Thunderbolt 5 technology. It eliminates port and bandwidth bottlenecks that traditional docks struggle with for 4K/8K and multi?device workflows, fully utilising the high bandwidth and advanced display capabilities of Thunderbolt 5. The result is a powerful tool built to accelerate creative workflows and truly help users "Max Out Your Productivity." The Maxidok line offers three new models, all certified for Thunderbolt 5, to meet different needs. Certification ensures strong compatibility with MacBooks in terms of connection stability, transfer speed, and display quality. Positioned as a flagship dock for peak productivity, the UGREEN Maxidok 17-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock integrates 17 ports covering data, video, networking, storage, and charging. It supports bandwidth up to 120Gbps and includes built-in M.2 SSD expansion that enables users to open and edit large 4K assets directly without relying on slower external workflows. The dock delivers up to 240W total power for charging laptops and phones together, while also powering external displays. It also enables single 8K@60Hz or dual 6K@60Hz outputs on macOS and supports three independent displays on Windows systems. The 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 desktop hub offers a streamlined and powerful alternative that features dual Thunderbolt 5 ports, 140W total power with up to 100W charging for laptops, Gigabit Ethernet, and multi-display capabilities. Designed to eliminate the need for additional adapters, it consolidates high-use ports into a single, cost-efficient solution. UGREEN will also introduce a dedicated 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Mac mini dock, built to sit flush with the Mac mini M4 chassis while maintaining airflow integrity. It supports native dual extended displays on macOS and delivers up to a single 8K@60Hz or dual 6K@60Hz outputs without requiring third-party display drivers. The Mac mini model also includes built-in M.2 SSD storage expansion, high-speed USB-A ports, SD/microSD 4.0 card readers, and a hybrid cooling system combining an aluminium heatsink with intelligent fan control. By integrating high-speed bandwidth, multi-display performance, stable power delivery, and engineering-grade thermal management, UGREEN is positioning its new Thunderbolt 5 docking station lineup as a productivity upgrade. Designed for workflow?intensive scenarios, the lineup excels in demanding environments such as high?resolution video editing, real?time 3D rendering, multi?app creative production, immersive gaming setups, and multi?screen productivity workstations. Priced at €459.99/£419.99 and €299.99/£249.99 respectively, the flagship 17-in-1 and standard 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 docks will be available for pre-order through UGREEN's official website, with sales beginning March 24 on Amazon and direct channels. The Mac mini model is scheduled for release in late April or early May.
Dating a widow can be a complex yet rewarding journey, and it's often not what you expect. This week, I sit down with Brad Judy, the husband of Jamie Galyon, a longtime member of our Mom Goes On community. Brad shares his experience of dating a widow, navigating the unique challenges that come with grief, blending families, and the ongoing presence of a lost loved one. Join us on this episode as Brad opens up about the challenges, vulnerabilities, and unexpected moments of grace that come with dating a widow. You'll hear about the emotional complexities of blending families, honoring the memory of a lost spouse, and understanding grief's non-linear path. Brad also offers advice for others in relationships with widows, emphasizing the importance of patience, open communication, and embracing the shared space of love and loss. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/354 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/ Mentioned in this episode:Join Grief Essentials!Designed especially for widows, Grief Essentials offers the perfect combination of powerful tools and support, along with accurate information about grief, so widowhood gets easier. Click here to find out more: https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/griefessentialsJoin Grief Essentials!
Designed to help you break unwanted habits at the unconscious level and naturally replace them with behaviors that support your growth, clarity, and well-being. These podcast sessions are offered as an introduction and ongoing support. Deeper subconscious journeys and structured programs are available inside the Hypnosis with Joseph app, where you can begin with free starter sessions:www.HypnosisWithJoseph.app
At 16 years old, Dr. Chase Faldmo was fighting for his health, losing weight fast, and stuck on medications that weren't solving the real problem. Today, he's a Doctor of Chiropractic, chronic illness survivor, and founder of Healing Playbook, teaching people around the world how to activate the body's natural ability to heal This episode is powerful. We talk about root causes, brainstem activation, faith, family, and remembering that the body isn't the enemy… it's the messenger. If you or someone you love is dealing with chronic symptoms, this conversation could open a whole new perspective. Listen to his inspiring story on the Beliefcast, Apple Podcasts, and all streaming platforms. … #Beliefcast #HealingJourney #ChronicIllnessRecovery #FaithAndHealing #RootCauseHealing #ToddSylvester …. Follow Dr. Chase's journey here: IG: @healingplaybook Web: https://healingplaybook.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chasefaldmo/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/faldmos ….. Special thanks to our Sponsors: Craig Swapp & Associates @craigswappandassociates Wasatch Recovery @wasatchrecovery Minky Couture @minkycouture Music by Paul Cardall @paulcardall
Stay ahead of hazardous winter weather with our regional road and interstate forecast covering I-80, I-70, I-90, and I-25 across Wyoming, Nebraska, Montana, Colorado, and New Mexico. This daily 3 PM Mountain Time update (Monday through Friday, with weekend editions as needed) delivers the latest information on snow, ice, high winds, reduced visibility, and dangerous travel conditions. Designed for both the general public and commercial drivers, including long-haul truckers, our forecast highlights critical impacts to major freight corridors and holiday travel routes. If you depend on safe and efficient travel across the central and northern Rockies, this winter-weather road report helps you plan ahead, avoid delays, and stay informed.
Episode Description Most interior designers assume they need more clients, more marketing, or higher design fees to increase their income. But often the real issue is something much simpler. Their process. In this episode, Michelle Lynne breaks down where interior design firms quietly lose money through unstructured discovery, unlimited revisions, procurement administration, underpriced phases, and furniture margins that are far too small. These "small" decisions can easily add up to $30,000–$50,000 or more in lost revenue each year. The good news is that fixing these leaks doesn't require more clients or more work. It requires a better structured process. Michelle walks through the most common revenue leaks she sees when reviewing design firms and explains how a few strategic adjustments can dramatically improve profitability. If you've ever felt busy but underpaid, this episode will likely show you exactly why. In This Episode • Why most interior designers don't actually have a pricing problem • How unstructured discovery quietly costs designers hours of unpaid work • The real financial impact of unlimited revisions • Why procurement administration is one of the most misunderstood parts of design • The difference between furniture markup vs margin • Why a 42% furniture margin should be the minimum standard • How scope creep disguises itself as "good client service" • Why designers often underprice concept development and vendor coordination • The missing project management phase many designers forget to charge for • How small process adjustments can add $39,000+ in recovered revenue Today's Episode Covers The Hidden Revenue Inside Your Process Many designers believe growth comes from adding more projects. But often the fastest way to increase income is simply tightening the process around the work you are already doing. Michelle explains how design firms frequently absorb work unintentionally through discovery calls, revisions, and project coordination. The Furniture Margin Mistake Costing Designers Thousands One of the largest revenue leaks Michelle sees is incorrect furniture pricing. Many designers sell furnishings at cost plus 20–30%, which results in extremely small margins. In this episode, Michelle explains why profitable design firms typically maintain a minimum 42% margin (about a 75% markup) and how that margin supports procurement labor, risk, and operational infrastructure. Scope Creep Disguised as "Client Service" Interior designers naturally want their clients to feel supported. But when boundaries aren't clearly defined, designers often absorb additional work in the name of service. Michelle explains why defining phases, deliverables, meetings, and revision limits protects both the client experience and the designer's income. The Small Process Adjustments That Change Everything Michelle walks through a simple example showing how three small adjustments can dramatically improve revenue: • Paid strategic planning phase • Structured revision cycles • Procurement or project management fees Together, those changes alone can add nearly $40,000 in revenue annually without adding more clients. Links Mentioned in This Episode Design Revenue Audit Find the $50K hiding inside your process: https://thedesignbakehouse.com/design-revenue-audit Lead Lab https://thedesignbakehouse.com/lead-lab Private Coaching https://thedesignbakehouse.com/private-coaching Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thedesignbakehouse/ About the Host Michelle Lynne is the founder of ML Interiors Group and The Design Bakehouse, where she helps interior designers build profitable, sustainable businesses. Through her design firm and coaching programs, Michelle works with designers across the U.S. and internationally to refine pricing, process, and business structure. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Martha Stewart, Southern Living, Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, Modern Luxury, Luxe Interiors + Design, Dallas Morning News, and This Old House. Subscribe & Review If you enjoyed this episode, make sure you're subscribed to Designed for the Creative Mind so you never miss a conversation about the business side of interior design. And if this episode helped you rethink your pricing, process, or profitability, leaving a quick review helps other designers discover the show.
Daily Power Affirmations for your Creative Maniac Mind (in 60 Seconds)
Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more! Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order! Today's Power Affirmation: When I slow down, I feel alive. In stillness, I learn how to fly. Today's Oracle of Motivation: As you twirl in this experience and the fast-paced days tug your dress, remember that the race is not real. There is no competition. All that matters is that you, so beautiful in your sparkles, only hit the throttle in areas of life that call you to dance. Especially if it means naps by the river, sunsets on the hill, and bear hugs for daysss. Be still, caterpillar. Only in stillness will you learn how to fly. Inhale. Exhale. Jive! Neverland awaits! Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us daily for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world! For more musings, visit RageCreate.com Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!
CJ sits down with Marshall Hawks, a 20-year veteran of venture lending and author of Venture Debt Deals. They cover the real rules of thumb behind deal sizing, why lenders underwrite likelihood of raising again (not breakout outcomes), how banks and private credit differ, the three real sources of repayment, and how to actually run a venture debt process without blowing your legal budget.---SPONSORS:Tabs is an AI-native revenue platform that unifies billing, collections, and revenue recognition for companies running usage-based or complex contracts. By bringing together ERP, CRM, and real product usage data into a single system of record, Tabs eliminates manual reconciliations and speeds up close and cash collection. Companies like Cortex, Statsig, and Cursor trust Tabs to scale revenue efficiently. Learn more at https://www.tabs.com/runAbacum is a modern FP&A platform built by former CFOs to replace slow, consultant-heavy planning tools. With self-service integrations and AI-powered workflows for forecasting, variance analysis, and scenario modeling, Abacum helps finance teams scale without becoming software admins. Trusted by teams at Strava, Replit, and JG Wentworth—learn more at https://www.abacum.aiBrex is an intelligent finance platform that combines corporate cards, built-in expense management, and AI agents to eliminate manual finance work. By automating expense reviews and reconciliations, Brex gives CFOs more time for the high-impact work that drives growth. Join 35,000+ companies like Anthropic, Coinbase, and DoorDash at https://www.brex.com/metricsMetronome is real-time billing built for modern software companies. Metronome turns raw usage events into accurate invoices, gives customers bills they actually understand, and keeps finance, product, and engineering perfectly in sync. That's why category-defining companies like OpenAI and Anthropic trust Metronome to power usage-based pricing and enterprise contracts at scale. Focus on your product — not your billing. Learn more and get started at https://www.metronome.comRightRev is an automated revenue recognition platform built for modern pricing models like usage-based pricing, bundles, and mid-cycle upgrades. RightRev lets companies scale monetization without slowing down close or compliance. For RevRec that keeps growth moving, visit https://www.rightrev.comRillet is an AI-native ERP built for modern finance teams that want to close faster without fighting legacy systems. Designed to support complex revenue recognition, multi-entity operations, and real-time reporting, Rillet helps teams achieve a true zero-day close—with some customers closing in hours, not days. If you're scaling on an ERP that wasn't built in the 90s, book a demo at https://www.rillet.com/cjLINKS:Mostly Talent: https://mostlymetrics.typeform.com/to/cLTxtAsNMarshall: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshallhawks/Marshall's website: https://www.marshallhawks.comCJ: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cj-gustafson-13140948/Mostly metrics: https://www.mostlymetrics.comTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Preview and intro3:23 Marshall's background and the book4:47 Venture Deals as inspiration6:30 Companies Marshall has worked with6:49 The venture debt sweet spot8:01 Why venture debt follows equity raises10:55 The 25–40% rule of thumb12:08 AI companies and the limits of the rule13:58 Sponsors — Abacum | Brex | Metronome17:15 How lenders think vs. investors19:12 The three sources of repayment21:37 Venture debt and the AI boom23:52 Banks vs. private credit26:28 Sponsors — RightRev | Rillet | Tabs29:57 Private credit pricing and warrants33:04 Syndicated deals35:04 Legal timelines38:13 Who pays the legal bill?40:06 Why your GC shouldn't quarterback the deal41:30 What forecast to give your lender43:37 Reporting cadence45:57 Bad news should travel fast47:49 The Twitch case study50:19 Are we over our skis in 2026?54:50 Where to get Venture Debt Deals55:09 Credits
BJU equips students to impact the world as they live for truth, seize opportunities and embrace life experiences. Standing on the authority of the Bible, BJU shapes heads, hearts and backbones for Christ by equipping students to lead lives of integrity and influence others for God's glory. www.bju.edu
In this episode, we welcome Amy Landecker, actor, writer and director of the new feature, For Worse. Amy is known for critically-acclaimed roles in projects such as A Serious Man, Dan in Real Life, Doctor Strange, I Love My Dad, “Transparent,” “Sneaky Pete,” “The Handmaid's Tale,” and “Your Honor”. In our conversation, she shares on the inspiration and the making of her directorial debut, For Worse. Amy also speaks about the financing, casting, and production of this independent romantic comedy.“The Making Of” is presented by AJA:Butcher Bird Studios solves common video routing and I/O challenges with AJAStep inside Butcher Bird Studios' hybrid production environment with Technical Director Brian Druckman and Executive Producer MeeRa Kim. They explain how KUMO SDI routers and Io 4K Plus help their team deliver flexible routing, low-latency monitoring, and streamlined I/O inside and outside the studio. Read the full interview.Michael Bauman Wins American Society of Cinematographers Outstanding Achievement Award for “One Battle After Another”The American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) presented Michael Bauman its 2026 theatrical feature film award for “One Battle After Another.” The 40th ASC Outstanding Achievement Awards, held at the Beverly Hilton, also recognized Mátyás Erdély, ASC, HSC for “Orphan” in the Spotlight Award category, and Mstyslav Chernov and Alex Babenko for the documentary “2000 Meters from Andriivka.” Winners in the television categories included Adam Newport-Berra for “The Studio,” Pete Konczal, ASC for “Black Rabbit, Alex Disenhof, ASC for “Task” and Christophe Nuyens, SBC for “Andor.” In the music video category, Rodrigo Prieto, ASC, AMC won for Taylor Swift's “The Fate of Ophelia.”Read more here Cinema Audio Society Announces Winners of the 62nd Annual CAS AwardsF1, The Pitt, The Studio and KPop Demon Hunters Among Top HonoreesThe Cinema Audio Society (CAS) revealed the winners of the 62nd Annual CAS Awards tonight at the Beverly Hilton International Ballroom. The evening honored excellence in sound mixing across motion pictures, television, and non-fiction programming, with industry leaders and acclaimed filmmakers gathering to celebrate the art and craft of sound.Read more hereNow with Massive 8TB Capacity—Thunderbolt 5 SpeedThe OWC Envoy Pro Ultra now comes in a new 8TB capacity, pairing enormous space with next‑generation Thunderbolt 5 performance. With real‑world speeds over 6000 MB/s and a rugged, bus‑powered design, it's perfect for 4K/8K workflows, on‑location shoots, and fast media offloads. High‑speed, high‑capacity, and ready for serious creative work. Browse hereCine Gear ConnectMarch 28, 2026 | Brooklyn, NYRegistration is now open for Cine Gear Connect New York 2026, presented by Universal Production Services. Designed for professional filmmakers and photographers who prize depth over breadth, this intimate one-day gathering will bring together industry creative professionals in Industry City, Brooklyn, NY for a focused, immersive experience unlike any other. Visit hereA New Solution from Videoguys: Power your most demanding creative workflows with the G-RAID PROJECT 2, a high-performance 2-bay storage system built to handle massive 4K, 8K, and VR video projects with ease. Featuring 7200RPM Ultrastar enterprise-class hard drives, Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, and RAID 0 pre-configured for maximum speed and efficiency, it delivers fast data transfers up to 520MB/s to keep your editing and archiving workflows moving without interruption. If you're ready to expand your storage and streamline your production workflow, learn more about the G-RAID PROJECT 2 and other professional media solutions at Videoguys today.Visit here Podcast Rewind:March 2026 - Ep. 123.Advertise in The Making Of:Feature your products or solutions in The Making Of and reach 255,000 film and TV industry each week. To explore a partnership, email mvalinsky@me.com today. Get full access to The Making Of at themakingof.substack.com/subscribe
Virgin Media Ireland has announced the launch of a new SIM-only mobile plan priced at just €15 per month, with permanent "For Life" pricing, delivering long-term value and complete price certainty for customers across the country. Designed to meet growing demand for straightforward, affordable mobile connectivity, the new €15 per month plan combines unlimited data, calls and texts within the Republic of Ireland with the reassurance that the monthly price will not increase over time. Customers signing up can do so with confidence, knowing there will be no surprise price hikes on their plan. With more people relying on their smartphones for streaming, remote working, social connection and everyday communication, Virgin Media Ireland's latest offering provides unlimited usage at home so customers can browse, stream and stay connected without worrying about limits. The plan also includes 37GB of EU roaming data, enabling customers to use their phones across the EU for work trips, holidays and weekend breaks without unexpected charges. Customers can also avail of the full range of existing Virgin Mobile add-ons, allowing them to tailor their mobile experience to suit their needs. More information can be found here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.
In this episode of You Are Not Broken, I sit down with Susan Guidi — and this conversation is such a beautiful reminder that it is never too late to become who you were meant to be. Susan shares her journey growing up in a Cuban Catholic family, where cultural expectations around marriage, sexuality, and identity were very clear — and very rigid. We talk about how those early narratives shape the way we see ourselves as women… and how hard it can be to untangle them later in life. After a difficult divorce, Susan didn't shrink. She expanded. She reinvented herself through stand-up comedy (yes, really) and eventually stepped onto a bodybuilding stage — proving that transformation isn't reserved for the young. It's reserved for the brave. We talk about: How culture influences the stories we believe about ourselves Why comedy can be deeply therapeutic What it takes to compete in bodybuilding later in life The power of community support during major life transitions Why mindset matters more than motivation The role of nutrition in strength and longevity Redefining your identity after divorce, career shifts, or midlife change Why sharing your story can liberate someone else This episode is about empowerment — not the fluffy kind, but the earned kind. The kind that comes from taking control of your health, your body, your voice, and your future. Susan is living proof that you are not too old, too late, too divorced, too inexperienced, or too anything. You are just in the middle of becoming. If this conversation resonates, share it with a woman who needs to hear that reinvention is still on the table. Because it is. Susan's Instagram Listen to my Tedx Talk: Why we need adult sex ed Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class: My Website Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? Waitlist is open Thanks to our sponsor Midi Women's Health. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care.https://www.joinmidi.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Smart Agency Masterclass with Jason Swenk: Podcast for Digital Marketing Agencies
Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training AI is either the end of agencies… or the biggest opportunity we've had since the internet. Most agree it's the second one. Agencies that are winning right now are combining SEO, GEO, AEO, and LLM optimization so they show up everywhere decisions are being made. They're using AI to increase leverage, not replace thinking. And they're restructuring their teams around strategy, insight, and proprietary data instead of repetitive task work. Today's featured guest will discuss why SEO isn't dead (it just grew up), the biggest mistake agencies are making with AI, how to 10x output without adding headcount, and why your unique data is the unfair advantage that separates you from every other agency prompting ChatGPT and hoping for magic. Terry Zelen is the founder of Zelen Communications, a 35-year-old agency that pivoted aggressively into AI over the last three years. He's helping clients win visibility across both search engines and large language models (LLMs) and even building AI tools internally to reduce hallucinations and improve accuracy. Terry has a degree in marine biology, so marketing wasn't the master plan. After college, he tried breaking into the creative world with zero portfolio and got laughed out of the room; until one person gave him a shot. He worked for free, proved himself, connected with a freelance rep, and slowly worked his way up through the agency ranks. He eventually transitioned from freelancer to agency owner by acquiring his own accounts and building relationships locally in Tampa. Fast forward three decades and now he's helping clients navigate AI, LLM visibility, and what modern SEO really looks like. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why SEO is more complicated now, but agencies willing to adapt can still win How LLM visibility will win you business AI: The greatest leverage small businesses have ever had Building an AI consensus engine Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources This episode is brought to you by Wix Studio: If you're leveling up your team and your client experience, your site builder should keep up too. That's why successful agencies use Wix Studio — built to adapt the way your agency does: AI-powered site mapping, responsive design, flexible workflows, and scalable CMS tools so you spend less on plugins and more on growth. Ready to design faster and smarter? Go to wix.com/studio to get started. SEO Is Not Dead. It's Just Way More Complicated There's a lot of noise right now around "SEO is dead" or "zero-click internet." But that's an oversimplification. SEO isn't going away. It's evolving. Today, it's not just SEO. It's: GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) Local SEO EEAT (Experience, Expertise, Authority, Trust) Search intent In other words, visibility is the game. Not just ranking in Google, but showing up in LLMs like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity. Terry points out that while snippets and AI-generated summaries are increasing, people still want to verify sources. They're not buying a couch because an LLM told them it's the best. They'll still visit sites, compare options, and validate credibility. Backlinks, structured content, schema, quality. It all still matters. What's different is that now you're playing the game with Google and the LLMs. How LLM Visibility Actually Wins Business This isn't theoretical. Terry shared a story of a client who builds modular classroom buildings. A school district searched for "best mobile building producer in Florida" and the client showed up in a snippet. That visibility led directly to a new contract. So you're no longer optimizing just for rankings. You're optimizing to be the referenced authority when AI generates an answer. That means you better have structured content, clear positioning, backlinks, authority signals, and presence on surfaces LLMs scrape (including platforms like Reddit, though that's evolving). The agencies that understand this shift can bolt on new services like AI SEO or GEO and, in some cases, significantly increase revenue. But there's a catch. This space is evolving fast. What works today might not work next quarter. That's why Terry avoids gray-hat tactics and focuses on fundamentals. AI Is the Greatest Leverage Small Agencies Have Ever Had Terry believes this might be the most exciting time ever for small agencies because AI has eliminated barriers that used to require massive budgets. When a small restaurant client wanted a red snapper on a black background for their website, stock photography didn't cut it and real shoot would've required a diver, photographer, cooperative fish and a significant budget. Instead, they used Midjourney to create the image. Then they animated it so the fins and gills subtly moved. The client was blown away. For a small restaurant, this level of visual production used to be impossible. Now it's affordable and scalable. That's the opportunity. Agencies can deliver higher-quality creative, faster, and at lower cost if they know how to use the tools. A Very Real Fear for Future Marketers Terry regularly speaks to marketing students who are worried AI will take their jobs. What he tells them is that AI won't take your job, but someone who knows how to use AI will. The key is not blind reliance. It's intelligent leverage. AI is excellent at: Research Proposal drafting Competitive analysis First drafts of content Summarizing data What used to take weeks can now take hours. That frees your team from repetitive, dreaded tasks and allows them to focus on strategy, creativity, and client impact. But there's a danger in over-reliance. Too many agencies are slapping "AI" on everything without adding original thinking or proprietary data. Your edge isn't that you use AI. Your edge is your data. Every agency has unique client data, performance metrics, positioning, and experience. When you combine that with AI, that's where real leverage happens. Building a Consensus Engine to Reduce AI Hallucinations One of the more advanced things Terry is experimenting with is what he calls a "consensus engine." The problem with LLMs is that they're probabilistic, not deterministic. Ask the same question twice and you'll get two slightly different answers. They also hallucinate. To combat this, Terry built a workflow using N8N (a Zapier-like automation tool) that runs content through multiple LLMs. One writes it. Another critiques it. The final output must pass both systems before it's considered valid. If they disagree, it's sent back through with adjusted parameters. He's also exploring how different LLMs perform best in different roles: Perplexity for real-time research ChatGPT for writing Claude for programming Instead of treating AI as one tool, he's assembling a stack of specialized tools. That mindset shift, thinking like a systems architect instead of a prompt typist, is what separates surface-level AI use from strategic advantage. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.
Daily Power Affirmations for your Creative Maniac Mind (in 60 Seconds)
Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more! Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order! Today's Power Affirmation: I am an animal of the Earth, and I deserve to be free. Today's Oracle of Motivation: Why, as humans, do we lock ourselves in cubicle cages and rage our energy on nonsense that in no way contributes to our happiness and freedom? No other species on Earth is worried about a Facebook status, an urgent email from a boss, or that sleazy dress that Becky wore to the company dinner. Release your judgments, rediscover your relationship with momma Earth, and run like a fucking antelope outta' control! Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us every Monday and Thursday for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world! For more musings, visit RageCreate.com Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!
* Written Horoscopes are at https://www.thesouthernmystic.com/blog* Sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.thesouthernmystic.com/This week marks a decisive turning point.Not because everything suddenly resolves — but because something inside you shifts direction.We're still moving through eclipse territory. Mercury is still retrograde. Reflection isn't over. But the energy is changing from awareness to integration. From processing to movement.On March 10, Jupiter stations direct in Cancer — and you will feel it. After months of emotional review, something steadies. Confidence returns. Hope feels rooted instead of fragile. The growth you've been working on internally begins to move outward.Then Mars meets the North Node, aligning action with purpose. The pull you've been feeling? It's not random. And by the end of the week, words and decisions carry weight. Reaction won't serve you. Intention will.This is not an impulsive action.This is conscious momentum.Listen to the full breakdown to understand where this shift is happening in your chart — and how to move with it instead of against it.
We're joined by Danny Nelis-Rouse, founder of Tug E Nuff, the enrichment and training range of dog toys. Designed and made in the UK by the family run business, we chat about these toys are practical and great for all dogs. Helping owners to engage, have fun, and get the best out of the dog, simply by giving them great games of chase, tug, retrieve, searching and much more. They're designed for pet parents to tap into their dogs natural instincts through ‘proactive playtime'. Adding enrichment to your dog's day comes in many shapes and sizes. And depends on your dog's individual personality, but dogs and dogs, and igniting their inner dog, will help you bond, and have fun both ways. Plus working both their mental and physical dexterity is so important, especially in senior pooches to help create focus and keep them on the ball. For more information go to their website or follow on InstagramGet 20% off your first purchase by using the promo code AnnaWebb20 when you check out at Naturaw.co.ukThis episode is powered by Antinol. We're super proud to be working with them and you can enjoy at 10% discount on your purchase by using our promocode ANNAWEBB. Remember - you're supporting A Dog's Life by supporting our proud sponsor!For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits
Malaysia's AI future takes shape in Tanjong Malim, where Sungai Samak Estate's five industrial plots merge water, renewable energy, and digital infrastructure. Designed for AI data centres and EV manufacturing, the estate represents a model of sustainable growth amid global demand for greener AI solutions. Sungai Samak Estate City: Kuala Lumpur Address: 2 Jalan Sempurna off Jalan Gombak Website: https://sgsamak.com
Pandora—The World of Avatar opened at Disney's Animal Kingdom in 2017, offering Walt Disney World guests an immersive land based on James Cameron's Avatar franchise. Designed by a team of Walt Disney Imagineers led Disney Legend Joe Rohde, Pandora takes Imagineering to a new level of immersive storytelling, engineering, and special effects. From Avatar Flight of Passage to Na'vi River Journey, Satu'li Canteen, the Floating Mountains and beyond, the land is filled with rich details that most guests will miss. In this episode, I chat with Tatjana Lazar from WDW Magazine to discuss our favorite Imagineering details and secrets from Pandora—The World of Avatar. To plan a trip, be sure to work with KMV Travel. Get bonus content, ad-free episodes, and more at patreon.com/imaginationskyway. Tag me and join the conversation below. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imaginationskyway Instagram: www.instagram.com/imaginationskyway Facebook Group (ImagiNation): https://www.facebook.com/groups/imaginationskyway Facebook: www.facebook.com/imaginationskyway TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@imaginationskyway Threads: https://www.threads.net/@imaginationskyway Twitter: www.twitter.com/skywaypodcast Email: matt@imagineerpodcast.com How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imagineerpodcasts-podcast/id1244558092 Join our Patreon Group - https://www.patreon.com/imaginationskyway Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!
In 1879, Richard Henry Pratt founded the Carlisle Indian Industrial School, the first federally supported off-reservation boarding school for Native American children. Designed to promote assimilation into American society, Carlisle became the model for the broader system of Native American boarding schools that spread across the United States in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. In this episode, I explore how Carlisle operated, the federal policies that shaped it, and the lasting impact of the Indian boarding school system on Indigenous communities.Support the show
Daily Power Affirmations for your Creative Maniac Mind (in 60 Seconds)
Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more! Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order! Today's Power Affirmation: Today, I am 1% better. Today, I will help another freedom soldier become 1% better. Today's Oracle of Motivation: You could have been an ant protecting your queen, or a leaf on a bush in the jungle. But you aren't. You are you. You are supposed to be you. You are superfly and sexy AF. Life is a discovery of yourself, and then a journey to help others discover their magic as well. What can you do today to get closer to the new you? How can this new you help those around you? Every day, ask yourself these questions: How can I become 1% better? How can I use my services to help another become 1% better? Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us daily for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world! For more musings, visit RageCreate.com Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!
Welcome to Episode 276 of the Beginner Guitar Academy Podcast! This week, Paul Andrews kicks off a brand-new theme for March: Improvisation Month. Designed for guitarists at all levels, this month focuses on helping you improvise with intention, rather than just “noodling” around without direction.What's Inside This EpisodeNew Theme for March: Improvisation MonthEach week, you'll get a step-by-step blueprint for improving your improvisation skills, whether you're a total beginner or already experimenting with improvising.This Week's Focus: Control and Stopping the NoodlingPaul Andrews explains why improvisation isn't just about learning more scales or licks; it's about developing control—timing, note choice, phrasing, space, and articulation.The difference between mindless noodling and intentional, musical improvisation.The Power of ConstraintsLimiting yourself to just three notes may feel backward, but it actually forces you to think creatively.Constraints help you improve rhythm, tone, phrasing, and dynamics while making every note count.Weekly ChallengePick any scale you know and select just three notes from it.Improvise over a backing track using only these notes, focusing on rhythm, phrasing, and dynamics.Beginners should focus on creating a melody and playing with rhythm.More advanced players can add lead guitar techniques, but still stick to the three-note limit for maximum creative growth.Additional Resources in the AcademyEach week, members of the Beginner Guitar Academy community get a dedicated challenge, coaching, and Q&A support.Consider joining for extra resources and personalized feedback.Quick LinksSign up for a 2-week trial of Beginner Guitar Academy for just $1!Check out the Academy Show for the latest news and member shoutoutsBrowse past episodes and show notes at www.bgapodcast.comNext UpWeek 2: Musical AwarenessWeek 3: Rhythm & PhrasingWeek 4: ExpressionTakeawayReady to break the cycle of aimless noodling? This week, challenge yourself to improvise with just three notes and focus on intentional playing. Have fun, keep practicing, and tune in next week for more improvisational breakthroughs!Thank you for listening!Have questions or want feedback? Join the community and share your journey! See you next week for another episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy Podcast with Paul Andrews.
We're back for another Mental Man Monday livestream — solo style. As part of PSA: The Mental Health Podcast, a men's mental health podcast that blends culture, faith, and real conversations, Izzy returns to unpack several viral moments happening across social media. For listeners searching for a mental health podcast for young adults navigating friendships, public pressure, and emotional growth, this episode explores how everyday headlines reveal deeper truths about loyalty, ego, and emotional discipline in the social media era.The livestream opens with a viral conversation about friends who watch everything you post but never support you. Izzy reacts to the growing frustration many creators feel when their own circle stays silent while strangers show love online. Is it jealousy? Is it simply the algorithm? Or is it a deeper truth about realizing that some people were never really meant to support your journey in the first place? Izzy breaks down the mental side of chasing validation, recognizing subtle red flags in friendships, and understanding that sometimes the people closest to you simply are not your intended audience. The conversation then shifts to Matthew Knowles going viral after abruptly ending an interview when Tina Knowles was mentioned. Was it pride, boundaries, or simply a man refusing to revisit chapters of his life that no longer serve him? Izzy reflects on what the moment teaches about emotional restraint, maintaining composure in public conversations, and knowing when protecting your peace is more valuable than explaining yourself to the internet.From there, the discussion moves into the ongoing tension between T.I. and 50 Cent, where family members have now begun entering the conversation. While it may look like typical rap drama on the surface, Izzy explores the deeper questions beneath it: loyalty, public reputation, and the complicated position men find themselves in when defending family while still trying to move with wisdom. Sometimes silence becomes the strongest response, and sometimes speaking up creates more problems than it solves.Throughout the livestream, Izzy walks through the familiar PSA framework that guides each discussion: what does this situation reveal about mental health, what would I personally do in this situation, what would Jesus do in moments of conflict, and what should men actually do when navigating pressure, pride, and public expectations.The result is a conversation that blends culture commentary, emotional intelligence, and real talk for men navigating friendships, family dynamics, and social media visibility. In a time where everyone is watching but not everyone is rooting for you, Mental Man Monday continues creating space for men to process life honestly without pretending to have everything figured out. Because sometimes the loudest lesson is not the drama itself. Sometimes the real lesson is discovering who is truly in your corner once things start moving. Listen, reflect, and keep building.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.TrustBuilder Package
Stay ahead of hazardous winter weather with our regional road and interstate forecast covering I-80, I-70, I-90, and I-25 across Wyoming, Nebraska, Montana, Colorado, and New Mexico. This daily 3 PM Mountain Time update (Monday through Friday, with weekend editions as needed) delivers the latest information on snow, ice, high winds, reduced visibility, and dangerous travel conditions. Designed for both the general public and commercial drivers, including long-haul truckers, our forecast highlights critical impacts to major freight corridors and holiday travel routes. If you depend on safe and efficient travel across the central and northern Rockies, this winter-weather road report helps you plan ahead, avoid delays, and stay informed.
Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more! Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order! Today's Power Affirmation: I practice and become what I love and appreciate, and I am unique in my offerings. Today's Oracle of Motivation: You are a copy of a copy with magic on top. You are the product of a thousand generations, but unique in your angle. Don't be afraid to study and adopt the ideas, strategies, and creativity of others. All our creations are modifications of those before us, with a slight burst of the magic within our personalities. Adding your unique twist to an existing idea is still a magical, pure form of creativity. Put on your disco pants and do a little dance with the shortcuts the world offers you! We'd all still be blobs of slime if we weren't supposed to learn, copy, and improve. What new angle can you add to the canvas of universal creativity? Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us every Monday and Thursday for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world! For more musings, visit RageCreate.com Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!
Rosaria Butterfield discusses the biblical design and purpose of women through the lens of her personal transformation journey. In this compelling session, Butterfield shares her remarkable journey from lesbian activist and tenured professor to Christian believer, sparked by patient, loving conversations with a pastor neighbor. She explores how understanding God's design for women—created in His image with inherent dignity and purpose within the biblical pattern of male and female—transformed her worldview. Discover how God's truth about gender and sexuality speaks to deep human longings. Scripture: Genesis 1:27 Topics: Biblical gender roles, Women's purpose, Same-sex attraction, Christian hospitality, Worldview transformation
Let us know what you think!In this solo episode of Security Halt! Podcast, host Deny Caballero breaks down Warrior Rising's new Activate Program, an eight-week startup accelerator created in partnership with Virginia Tech's Boeing Center for Veterans Transition and Military Families.Designed for veterans and military spouses building tech startups, the Activate program focuses on testing, validating, and launching new companies with mentorship, resources, and community support.Deny explains why entrepreneurship is becoming a powerful next mission for veterans transitioning out of service—and how programs like Activate provide the structure and guidance needed to succeed.Chapters:00:00 The Entrepreneurial Journey After Military Service 03:00 Warrior Rising's Mission Supporting Veteran Entrepreneurs 04:22 The Activate Program and Startup Accelerator Explained 07:50 Entrepreneurship as the Next Mission for VeteransActivate Program sign up: https://forms.monday.com/forms/e4127d9884803c09496356dd5fa28100?r=use1Warrior Rising Website: https://warriorrising.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearewarriorrising/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeAreWarriorRising/Sponsored by: Dr. Mark Gordon & Millennium Health Centers Get the book Peptides for Health Vol.1 Medical Edition today. Use code PTH25 for 25% off through March 15 Use code Phase2P for 10% off Millennium products Available only at MillenniumHealthStore.comPure Liberty LabsUse code: Security_Halt_10Website: https://purelibertylabs.com/ PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP Use code: Security Halt Podcast 25Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/ Security Halt Mediahttps://www.securityhaltmedia.com/ Instagram: @securityhaltX: @SecurityHaltTik Tok: @security.halt.podLinkedIn: Deny CaballeroSupport the showProduced by Security Halt Media
In this conversation, John Coleman shares his journey from a small-town upbringing to becoming a successful author and investment manager. He discusses the concept of human flourishing, emphasizing its importance in both personal and professional life. Coleman introduces the idea of 'Good Money,' which connects financial stability with the pursuit of a meaningful life. He outlines a framework for understanding human flourishing, including the roles of character, virtue, and relationships. The discussion also touches on the significance of family values and the impact of wealth on personal fulfillment. Ultimate Show Notes: 00:00:58 - Introducing John Coleman 00:02:06 - John's Backstory 00:03:30 - The Journey into Business and Writing 00:05:31 - Understanding Human Flourishing 00:10:00 - Defining Human Flourishing 00:14:02 - The Six Components of Flourishing 00:19:31 - The Importance of Character and Virtue 00:22:08 - The Rise of Spiritual Seeking 00:25:46 - Family Mission, Vision, and Values 00:29:20 - Overview of "Good Money" 00:31:56 - Target Audience for the Book 00:36:18 - Staying Connected with John Coleman Connect with John: John Coleman On Purpose | John Coleman | Substack Good Money: Six Steps to Building a Financial Life with Purpose Learn More About Accountable Equity: Visit Us: http://www.accountableequity.com/ Access eBook: https://accountableequity.com/case-study/#register Turn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify
Stay ahead of hazardous winter weather with our regional road and interstate forecast covering I-80, I-70, I-90, and I-25 across Wyoming, Nebraska, Montana, Colorado, and New Mexico. This daily 3 PM Mountain Time update (Monday through Friday, with weekend editions as needed) delivers the latest information on snow, ice, high winds, reduced visibility, and dangerous travel conditions. Designed for both the general public and commercial drivers, including long-haul truckers, our forecast highlights critical impacts to major freight corridors and holiday travel routes. If you depend on safe and efficient travel across the central and northern Rockies, this winter-weather road report helps you plan ahead, avoid delays, and stay informed.
Patrick McKenzie (patio11) deconstructs the "original sin" of payments: building a global financial substrate on shared secrets that were distributed promiscuously to function. He examines the multi-decade game of Whack-a-Mole played by the industry to balance the "optimal amount of fraud" against the catastrophic conversion hit of high-friction security. From the physical failure of terminal buttons to the smartphone finally solving the lifecycle problem of cryptographic tokens, Patrick explores the technical and social reasons why we've moved from "something you know" to the "continuity of access" provided by the device in your pocket.–Full transcript available here: www.complexsystemspodcast.com/secondary-auth/–Presenting Sponsors: Mercury & GranolaIf you have more interesting hobbies than managing your money, Mercury Personal is built for you. It allows you to automate movement between accounts—allocating paychecks and tax prep the moment they hit—with a sensible permissions model for partners or accountants. It works the way tech people expect banking to work. Go to mercury.com/personal to experience banking built by the same folks Patrick trusts for his business. If meetings consistently leave you with hazy action items and lost context, Granola handles the transcription so you can actually participate and gives you searchable notes afterward. Try it free at granola.ai/complexsystems with code COMPLEXSYSTEMS–Links:Emily Sands on Complex Systems: https://www.complexsystemspodcast.com/episodes/the-past-present-and-future-of-ai-with-stripe/ –Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(01:32) Publishing the shared secret… again(03:39) Manufacturing shared secrets at scale(07:51) Something you own, take one(10:10) Sponsors: Mercury | Granola(13:48) Something you own, take two(18:26) Something you own, take three(21:24) One other semi-successful method: positive pay(24:45) Wrap
Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more! Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order! Today's Power Affirmation: I am my own lottery ticket. I invest in myself, take risks out of my comfort zone, and create the life of my dreams. Today's Oracle of Motivation: So many people view life as an external lottery, hoping for the chance at a big payout that will solve all their problems. Meanwhile, they blow their earnings on junk and substances to numb how "unlucky" they are. The real lottery is 100% internal. If you constantly invest in yourself and take some risks out of your comfort zone, you WILL create your dream life. If you have a vision and you follow it, there is only one outcome. The persistent lion eats the lucky duck. Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us every Monday and Thursday for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world! For more musings, visit RageCreate.com Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!
In this episode of Run the Numbers, CJ sits down with Superhuman's Head of Analytics Chris Byington. They break down where analytics should sit inside a company, why dashboards often fail, and how the best teams connect metrics, OKRs, and forecasting to real decisions. Chris also explains why “ship goals” can mislead teams and what CEOs and CFOs should expect from a truly decision-driving data function.—SPONSORS:Tabs is an AI-native revenue platform that unifies billing, collections, and revenue recognition for companies running usage-based or complex contracts. By bringing together ERP, CRM, and real product usage data into a single system of record, Tabs eliminates manual reconciliations and speeds up close and cash collection. Companies like Cortex, Statsig, and Cursor trust Tabs to scale revenue efficiently. Learn more at https://www.tabs.com/runAbacum is a modern FP&A platform built by former CFOs to replace slow, consultant-heavy planning tools. With self-service integrations and AI-powered workflows for forecasting, variance analysis, and scenario modeling, Abacum helps finance teams scale without becoming software admins. Trusted by teams at Strava, Replit, and JG Wentworth—learn more at https://www.abacum.aiBrex is an intelligent finance platform that combines corporate cards, built-in expense management, and AI agents to eliminate manual finance work. By automating expense reviews and reconciliations, Brex gives CFOs more time for the high-impact work that drives growth. Join 35,000+ companies like Anthropic, Coinbase, and DoorDash at https://www.brex.com/metricsMetronome is real-time billing built for modern software companies. Metronome turns raw usage events into accurate invoices, gives customers bills they actually understand, and keeps finance, product, and engineering perfectly in sync. That's why category-defining companies like OpenAI and Anthropic trust Metronome to power usage-based pricing and enterprise contracts at scale. Focus on your product — not your billing. Learn more and get started at https://www.metronome.comRightRev is an automated revenue recognition platform built for modern pricing models like usage-based pricing, bundles, and mid-cycle upgrades. RightRev lets companies scale monetization without slowing down close or compliance. For RevRec that keeps growth moving, visit https://www.rightrev.comRillet is an AI-native ERP built for modern finance teams that want to close faster without fighting legacy systems. Designed to support complex revenue recognition, multi-entity operations, and real-time reporting, Rillet helps teams achieve a true zero-day close—with some customers closing in hours, not days. If you're scaling on an ERP that wasn't built in the 90s, book a demo at https://www.rillet.com/cj—LINKS: Mostly Talent: https://mostlymetrics.typeform.com/to/cLTxtAsNChris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-byington/Superhuman: https://superhuman.com/CJ: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cj-gustafson-13140948/Mostly metrics: https://www.mostlymetrics.com—RELATED EPISODES:Matt Hudson Episodehttps://youtu.be/_FWGYkzhymQ—TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Preview and intro3:29 Centralized analytics team7:29 Start analytics with problems not tools9:41 Lead with the problem10:14 Align on growth model11:46 Pre-commit to decisions13:14 Sponsors — Tabs | Abacum | Brex16:35 Dashboards need growth context19:10 Where analytics should sit21:18 Pros and cons of analytics in finance23:18 Operations vs revenue org placement24:11 Hub-and-spoke analytics model25:18 What “embedded” actually means26:14 Sponsors — Metronome | RightRev | Rillet29:38 When self-service analytics works32:04 Self-serve pitfalls33:44 Buy vs build BI35:44 Analytics owns metrics38:26 Hero metric example41:41 Outcomes > shipping42:14 Set goals before build43:57 Metrics are outcome proxies46:40 Easy way to say no48:29 Start answers with yes52:17 Proving analytics impact56:19 Credits#RunTheNumbersPodcast
Watch full episode here: https://youtu.be/7M114-FtZFI In this spotlight from episode 348, Charlie Malouf is joined by Emelyne Henderson, Debbie Ortega, and Heather Greenwood to discuss the vision behind this first-of-its-kind event. Designed to unite retail performance, experience, and leadership, the Summit centered on financing as a key unlock to success. The team shares how intentional training from top partners, collaborative sessions, and hosting the event at Fort Mill created an atmosphere of innovation, connection, and shared purpose for Memory Makers. Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes. Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail
Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Thursday, March 5, 2026. #1 – From WV ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - West Virginia's automotive industry continues to expand West Virginia is strengthening its automotive sector through growing manufacturing, assembly, and supply chain activity. The West Virginia Department of Economic Development highlights the state's strategic location, workforce development initiatives, and industry partnerships that are attracting new investment and creating jobs. From component production to final assembly, the Mountain State is positioning itself as a competitive force in the automotive industry. Read more: https://westvirginia.gov/industries/automotive/ #2 – From YAHOO! TRAVEL - West Virginia's Appalachian Mountains: A hidden travel gem The Appalachian Mountains in West Virginia offer scenic ridgelines, waterfalls, hiking trails, and charming small towns that make the region a standout destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can experience four-season adventure, cultural heritage, and peaceful escapes — all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Almost Heaven. Read more: https://travel.yahoo.com/articles/nestled-west-virginias-appalachian-mountains-150000185.html #3 – From WV EDA - Direct Lending Program supports local businesses The West Virginia Economic Development Authority offers flexible, competitive financing through its Direct Lending Program. Designed to foster expansion, job creation, and capital investment, the program provides below-market loans and customized financing solutions to help West Virginia businesses grow and compete. Companies across a range of sectors can leverage these incentives to support strategic development and long-term success. Read more: https://eda.wv.gov/wvedas-direct-lending-program-offers-incentives-for-west-virginia-based-businesses/ Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty, and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.
Managing distributed systems and complex workflows can be challenging. What happens when something fails? If a task isn't executed to completion, that can lead to serious problems. From transaction and billing failures to deploying software, even small issues can have significant consequences. This is one of the reasons for durable computing. Designed to isolate code from crashes, it preserves state so a task is completed even when something fails. To discuss durable computing, explore why it matters today and how we've been using it at Thoughtworks, Brandon Cook and John Coleman join host Alexey Boas on the Technology Podcast. They dive into the current platform ecosystem and what it means for developers — and requires of them. They also talk about the value of durable computing for AI, explaining why the concept of 'durable agents' offers an important of avenue of investigation in a world eager to embrace agentic systems. Learn more about durable computing in this blog post from July 2025: https://www.thoughtworks.com/insights/blog/cloud/durable-computing-making-easier-resilience-distributed-systems
Smart Agency Masterclass with Jason Swenk: Podcast for Digital Marketing Agencies
Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Most agency owners don't fail because they're bad at delivery. They fail because they underprice, overcomplicate, and build businesses that trap them instead of freeing them. Today's featured guest unpacks the type of life he envisioned when he set out to start an agency, it took to scale from charging $2,500 a month to closing $45,000/month retainers, surviving a market collapse, and making the counterintuitive decision to split one agency into two. Eli Rubel is the founder of Matter Made, a B2B SaaS marketing agency, and No Boring Design, a premium design studio serving high-growth tech companies. He entered the agency world in 2019 after burning out on the venture-backed SaaS model, despite a previous exit. What drew him to agencies wasn't prestige or scale; it was a desire to take control over his time, lifestyle, income, and location. Agencies, when built correctly, offered the fastest path to freedom without sacrificing ambition. Over the next few years, Eli scaled MatterMade aggressively, navigated a brutal tech downturn, and rebuilt his business with sharper positioning, stronger pricing, and clearer operational boundaries. In this episode, we discussed: Why hiking prices was the right choice early one How and why he decided to create his second agency The reason that shared services failed fast Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources E2M Solutions: Today's episode of the Smart Agency Masterclass is sponsored by E2M Solutions, a web design, and development agency that has provided white-label services for the past 10 years to agencies all over the world. Check out e2msolutions.com/smartagency and get 10% off for the first three months of service. Toggl: Agencies could be losing 15–30% of their profit every year without seeing it. The usual suspects are time tracking, messy manual timesheets, scope creep, untracked revisions, and all those "quick" client requests that never get billed. That's why Toggl created the Agency Profit Heist, a fast, interactive way to uncover exactly where your margins are leaking. Start your investigation now at toggl.com/smartagency and use the code SMARTAGENCY10 at checkout for a 10% off annual plans. Why Agencies Beat Venture-Backed SaaS (If You Want Freedom) After years in venture-backed SaaS, chasing growth at all costs, Eli was done with a model he realized was grinding him down. The pressure, the lack of control, and the delayed payoff didn't align with what he actually wanted: family, flexibility, and financial independence. Agencies offered speed to cash and autonomy, which SaaS didn't. Instead of swinging for a hypothetical future exit, Eli chose a business model that paid well now and let him design his life intentionally. It was a shift he made with eyes wide open and clear expectations. The "best" business model depends on what you want your life to look like. For Eli, agencies weren't a step down. They were a strategic upgrade. Hiking His Prices Relying on Capacity and Confidence Eli's agency launched at $2,500 a month, not because that was the "right" price, but because he backed into a simple income goal. Sixteen clients at $2,500 got him to $40,000 a month. On paper, it worked. In reality, it broke fast. As soon as clients started saying "yes" too quickly, Eli knew something was off. The work was heavy, margins were thin, and building a team at that price point wasn't sustainable. Instead of obsessing over competitive pricing, he leaned into price sensitivity testing. Every time the team hit capacity, prices went up. If prospects said no, it didn't matter, they couldn't take on more work anyway. If prospects said yes, it justified hiring and scaling. Over three years, pricing climbed from $2,500 to $45,000 per month. What he learned was that underpricing doesn't just hurt margins. It traps you in constant hiring, delivery stress, and low-leverage work. Raising prices isn't greedy, it's operational discipline. What Actually Changes When You Raise Prices Eli didn't wake up one day and charge $45,000 for the same work he was doing at $2,500. Early on, the offering was vague: "We'll help with demand gen." Strategy was loose, scope was unclear, and the team was tiny. As pricing increased, the delivery model matured into a defined pod structure with paid media, design, strategy, and leadership baked in. However, once his agency hit around $15,000 per month, the services didn't change much after that. What changed was credibility. Case studies stacked up. Results became undeniable. Sales conversations shifted from "this is a great deal" to "this is what it costs to remove risk." Eli was upfront with prospects: MatterMade would be $10,000–$15,000 more per month than competitors, and nothing about the deliverables would look different. The difference was the track record. For buyers who weren't cash-sensitive, that pitch landed hard. They weren't paying for tasks. They were paying for certainty. Why Splitting One Agency into Two Was the Right Move At its peak in 2021, MatterMade was flying high, with $4.2M in EBITDA, tech clients everywhere, and acquisition talks underway. Then the tech market collapsed. Almost overnight, VC-backed clients cut agencies, froze spending, and hunkered down. They went from crushing it to losing nearly $200,000 a month. Eli held on too long, assuming it was temporary, and paid dearly for it. During the restructuring, Eli noticed something interesting: design had become a bottleneck across tech companies. Designers were laid off, but the need for creative work didn't disappear. So he spun up No Boring Design as a separate entity, fast. New brand, new site, launched in a weekend. Within months, it was profitable. Separating the businesses allowed each to have crystal-clear positioning. MatterMade stayed focused on growth marketing. No Boring Design became a premium creative solution for companies stuck in hiring freezes. Trying to keep design tucked inside the marketing agency would have slowed everything down. Separation created speed, clarity, and growth. Why Shared Services Across Agencies Sound Smart and Fail Fast One of Eli's biggest mistakes came after the split. He tried to create a shared management company to handle leadership, recruiting, and operations across multiple agencies. On paper, it looked efficient. In practice, it was chaos. Each agency had subtle but important differences in how it worked. SOPs drifted. Leaders got stretched thin. The "squeaky wheel" agency got attention while others suffered. Eventually, Eli unwound the entire structure. The hard truth: unless your companies operate almost identically, shared services create more friction than savings. Clarity beats efficiency. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.
Should you learn Chinese by reading children's books? It's a common recommendation, but is it actually a good idea?In this episode, Jared and John unpack why kids' books aren't as “simple” as they seem. These books are written for native-speaking children who already have years of spoken fluency. They're often read aloud by parents and packed with specialized vocabulary, proper nouns, literary language, and characters that learners rarely need early on. What looks beginner-friendly can quickly become frustrating and inefficient.So why do people keep suggesting it? Usually because it worked for them—as native speakers. But second language acquisition research shows that learners benefit most from high-frequency vocabulary and carefully controlled input.That's where graded readers come in. Designed specifically for language learners, they limit vocabulary and characters while still telling engaging stories. The goal isn't to learn Chinese like a child, it's to build a strong foundation so you can eventually read whatever you want.If you've ever struggled through a “simple” children's book, this episode explains why, and what to read instead.Links from the episode:7 Mistakes about Extensive Reading (w/analysis of《好饿的毛毛虫》) | Mandarin CompanionMandarin Companion Graded Readers
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Atlanta leads the nation in canceled home purchase agreements, and the financial consequences for buyers are significant. Jeff Emalaba, founder and CEO of InvestFusion, joins Host Carol Morgan on the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to explain how InvestFusion centralizes risk indicators into one platform, giving buyers a clearer understanding of whether a property aligns with their financial goals. The Real Cost of Hidden Property Defects in Today's Real Estate Market Emalaba founded InvestFusion after a personal loss on a duplex purchase in North Carolina. The property appeared financially sound, and the projected cash flow worked on paper. However, after committing nonrefundable due diligence fees, earnest money, appraisal costs and inspection expenses, significant undisclosed foundation issues surfaced. “That's when I realized that the biggest risk in real estate is not the market,” said Emalaba. “It's buyers going into contract blindly without realizing what is hidden beyond the surface.” Why Atlanta Ranks Among the Top Cities for Canceled Home Purchase Agreements According to a recent report from Redfin, more than 40,000 U.S. home purchase agreements were canceled in December — the highest level since 2017. That accounts for 16.3% of contracts nationwide. Atlanta's share of that activity is particularly notable. “Atlanta represents 22.5% of that ballpark number,” said Emalaba. “If we trickle down to Atlanta, that's more than $900 million in the metro area alone lost annually by buyers going under contract blindly.” These cancellations are not primarily driven by “cold feet” or fluctuating interest rates. Instead, many buyers uncover substantial issues during inspection that fundamentally alter the financial viability of the deal. In a market where buyers have more options and more leverage than in recent years, walking away has become more common. Top Real Estate Inspection Red Flags That Cause Deals to Fall Apart One of the key reasons contracts collapse in Atlanta's real estate market is the discovery of major property defects during the inspection period. Here are some red flags to look for: Structural and foundation problems Roofing HVAC Plumbing and electrical failures Permitting and code violations Flooding and drainage issues Title or boundary disputes Hazardous materials such as mold, asbestos or lead-based paint. “These are major things you don't see in drive-bys or by MLS photos,” said Emalaba. “You only discover this after going on inspection.” Many of these issues can cost tens of thousands of dollars to repair. When buyers realize the true scope of deferred maintenance or legal complications, the numbers often no longer make financial sense. As a result, they exit during due diligence — forfeiting time and, in some cases, money. Appraisal Gaps, Overstated Square Footage & Data Accuracy Risks While appraisal gaps dominated headlines during the pandemic-era bidding wars, today's risk profile has shifted. The issue is less about buyers offering above appraised value and more about inaccurate or incomplete data. Overstated square footage, outdated valuations and discrepancies between listing information and appraisal reports can cause lenders to reconsider financing. When the appraised value does not align with the contract price — or when square footage is misrepresented — deals often stall or collapse. Buyers must now evaluate whether a property's valuation truly supports long-term equity growth. Rising Home Insurance Costs Are Reshaping Atlanta Buying Decisions Insurance premiums have risen significantly since 2021, adding another layer of complexity to real estate transactions. Unexpected flood zone designations, prior insurance claims or property condition issues can dramatically increase monthly expenses. Emalaba said, “Nearly half of buyers now see that insurance costs heavily influence their purchase decisions.” When insurance is combined with property taxes, maintenance and financing, the total holding cost can quickly erode projected returns. Buyers are no longer asking only whether they can afford the mortgage payment. They are evaluating whether they can afford to hold the property long term. How InvestFusion Uses AI to Analyze Real Estate Risk Before You Sign a Contract Traditional due diligence is fragmented, requiring buyers to gather inspection reports, appraisals, title documents and insurance information from multiple sources — typically after funds have already been committed. InvestFusion consolidates that analysis into a single AI-powered platform. Emalaba said, “At a bare minimum, buyers are losing at least $7,000 or $8,000 when they go into those deals.” The platform analyzes more than 400 data points and generates a deal score in under a minute. It flags structural risks, zoning issues, flood exposure, valuation discrepancies and other material concerns before buyers put down nonrefundable funds. Before signing a contract, buyers should evaluate three primary factors: property condition risk, true valuation compared to the listing price and long-term holding costs. Keeping these considerations in mind helps ensure a property is not overpriced and that buyers fully understand insurance, tax and maintenance expenses. Tune in to the full episode to hear how InvestFusion brings greater transparency to residential real estate transactions. Visit www.InvestFusion.co to learn how the platform helps Atlanta buyers analyze property condition, true valuation and long-term risk before signing a contract. About InvestFusion InvestFusion is an AI-powered real estate intelligence platform designed to help buyers and investors identify risk before committing capital to a property. The platform combines property-level data, market analytics and predictive modeling to quantify potential exposure, uncover red flags and support more informed decision-making in complex housing markets. Designed for both new and experienced investors, InvestFusion aims to shift real estate evaluation away from fragmented, manual research toward structured, data-backed insight. Podcast Thanks Thank you to Denim Marketing for sponsoring Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Known as a trendsetter, Denim Marketing has been blogging since 2006 and podcasting since 2011. Contact them when you need quality, original content for social media, public relations, blogging, email marketing and promotions. A comfortable fit for companies of all shapes and sizes, Denim Marketing understands marketing strategies are not one-size-fits-all. The agency works with your company to create a perfectly tailored marketing strategy that will suit your needs and niche. Try Denim Marketing on for size by calling 770-383-3360 or by visiting www.DenimMarketing.com. About Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio, presented by Denim Marketing, highlights the movers and shakers in the Atlanta real estate industry – the home builders, developers, Realtors and suppliers working to provide the American dream for Atlantans. For more information on how you can be featured as a guest, contact Denim Marketing at 770-383-3360 or fill out the Atlanta Real Estate Forum contact form. Subscribe to the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast on iTunes, and if you like this week's show, be sure to rate it. Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio was recently honored on FeedSpot's Top 100 Atlanta Podcasts, ranking 16th overall and number one out of all ranked real estate podcasts. The post InvestFusion: AI-Powered Risk Analysis for Modern Real Estate Buyers appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.
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In this conversation, Roy Rhoades shares his transformative journey from a legalistic upbringing to a deep understanding of God's love. He emphasizes the importance of community, connection, and the freedom that comes from living loved. The discussion highlights the shift from performance-based ministry to a love-centered approach, showcasing the power of love in action, especially in his experiences in India. Roy's insights on humility, childlikeness, and the significance of hearing God's voice resonate throughout the conversation, culminating in a powerful message about the beauty of union with God.For more content like this, go to:https://afamilystory.org/JOIN our RGWT Subscriber-Based Community:https://promo.fourriversmedia.com/rethinking-god-with-tacos/JOIN A Family Story's Mailing Listhttps://dashing-field-76805.myflodesk.com/pie4be6wtoJOIN the Rethinking God with Tacos Facebook Group at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/godandtacosFollow Rethinking God with Tacos on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/rethinkinggodwithtacos/Follow Jason's personal Facebook page at:https://www.facebook.com/afamilystory.org/Follow Jason on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/jasonclarkis/Follow Jason on X at: https://x.com/jasonclarkis SEND A DONATION!!https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/36393kxxeh8
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Glam & Grow - Fashion, Beauty, and Lifestyle Brand Interviews
FACE FOUNDRIÉ was born from a deeply personal need and built with a sharp entrepreneurial lens. After founding and scaling PRIMP to eight locations and styling nearly a million women, Michele Henry saw firsthand how underserved women felt when it came to accessible, effective skincare. Following the birth of her third child, she experienced hormonal shifts and skin changes that the market simply wasn't addressing—so she created the solution. Designed from day one as a franchise model, FACE FOUNDRIÉ empowers other entrepreneurs to build scalable, community-driven aesthetics businesses with proven systems and brand power behind them. Under Michele's leadership, the company has become one of the fastest-growing private companies in the Midwest, ranking #35 on the Inc. list. Michele's impact has earned her recognition as an EY Entrepreneur of the Year, a Forbes-profiled founder, and a Minnesota 40 Under 40 honoree. With a proprietary product line and curated partnerships, FACE FOUNDRIÉ delivers results-driven services in a modern, approachable environment—bridging the gap between luxury aesthetics and everyday accessibility. In this episode, Michele also discusses: Transitioning from fashion to skincare Franchise marketing secrets: brand cohesion and local market dominance Designing fully customizable facials tailored to individual skin goals The no-downtime facial clients can't stop booking The most requested add-ons, including dermaplaning Building a seamless brand experience from retail roots to skincare studios Why successful founders pivot fast–and don't dwell on missteps Strategic nationwide expansion and scaling with intention We hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Michele's journey and the growth of Face Foundrie. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more. Be sure to check out Face Foundrie at www.facefoundrie.com and on Instagram at @facefoundrie Rated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPost This episode is brought to you by Wavebreak Leading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver. Most eCommerce brands don't email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year. From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI. Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co
This podcast is made possible by our listeners and viewers. If this show has brought you value, you can support it by becoming a member of The Way Forward, our platform designed to help you find the health and freedom community (people, practitioners, schools, farms, and more) near you. Your membership directly supports the podcast and the work we do.Save $50 on your InPower Membership: Access the NoL Creator, guided webinars, and a community dedicated to reclaiming authority. Did you know your signature is being used to generate money?In this episode, I sit down with Cal Washington to trace the unexpected path that pulled him from an ordinary life into a relentless investigation of the family court system, common law, and what he believes is a massive financial structure operating beneath the surface. We dive into his deep study of the Motor Vehicle Act, his $300 million story, the hidden signature system, and a confrontation with provincial authorities that led to outcomes few would expect.This conversation moves through philosophy, legal sovereignty, and the growing tension between citizens and institutions. If you've ever felt there was more happening behind the curtain of the legal system, this one will give you a lot to sit with.You'll Learn:[00:00] Introduction [01:49] How a corrupt divorce exposed the trillion-dollar divorce industry[08:18] Driving without insurance, and self-bonding under the Motor Vehicle Act[25:17] How Cal filed a $300 million promissory note inside a courtroom[46:28] The idea behind the $300 million[59:25] How a piece of notarized paper sent 16 politicians into retirement [01:28:54] The mechanism that holds executives personally liable [01:37:59] Merchants, birth certificates, and the enrollment of the entire human race[01:54:56] The blank page, the mortgage, the credit card: how your signature has been creating money you never saw[02:14:17] The internal factions, the IRS angle, and the queen who swore she'd never abdicate[02:30:52] Who is running the world right now?[02:45:00] Why voting and protesting reinforce the systemRelated The Way Forward Episodes: Christ's Millennial Reign & Satan's Little Season with Paul Stobbs | YouTubeResources Mentioned:InPower Movement - Meet Lex Dove | YouTubeThe Nephilim Looked Like Clowns by Paul Stobbs | BookFind more from Cal:InPower | WebsiteInPower | YouTubeFind more from Alec:Alec Zeck | InstagramAlec Zeck | XThe Way Forward | InstagramThe Way Forward is Sponsored By:Paleovalley is 100% Grass-Fed Bone Broth Protein is a nutrient-dense, easy-to-digest source of collagen and essential amino acids. Sourced from grass-fed cows, this protein powder provides the building blocks for healthy joints, skin, and gut function—without fillers or artificial ingredients. Support the show and claim 15% off your PaleoValley order!Designed for deep focus and well-being. 100% blue light and flicker free. For $50 off your Daylight Computer, use discount code: TWF50New Biology Clinic: Redefine Health from the Ground UpExperience tailored terrain-based health services with consults, livestreams, movement classes, and more. Use code THEWAYFORWARD (case sensitive) for $50 off activation.The Way Forward members get the $150 fee waived
I used to think grief was something you “get through,” but what I've learned, and what I share in this episode, is that the first year isn't about hitting milestones. It's about your nervous system adjusting to a new reality you never chose. In this episode, I break down what many widows aren't told ahead of time: grief is deeply physical; your body reacts; decision-making gets harder; confidence feels shaky; and relationships shift in all directions. Join me this week to hear why time alone doesn't heal, why comparing your grief to a timeline sets you up for self-judgment, and questions to ask yourself to figure out what will actually support you during the first year. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/353 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/Mentioned in this episode:Join Grief Essentials!Designed especially for widows, Grief Essentials offers the perfect combination of powerful tools and support, along with accurate information about grief, so widowhood gets easier. Click here to find out more: https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/griefessentialsJoin Grief Essentials!