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Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley stands as one of the most critical swing districts that could determine control of the House. With less than 100 days until the midterms, Congressman Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA) joins the Rundown to discuss the key issues driving voters to the polls. Rep. Mackenzie breaks down how he's going to combat affordability concerns, how voters feel about the impact of tariffs on domestic manufacturing after recent trade tensions with Canada, and addresses the local backlash over AI data center development in Pennsylvania. As students across the country head back to school, districts are rolling out new security measures to keep classrooms safe. From AI-powered metal detectors to increased investigations of school threats, officials say parents also have an important role to play. Conn Davis, CEO of Byrna Technologies, joins the Rundown to explain why parents should have conversations with their children about what to do in an emergency. Plus, how parents can make school safety part of their back-to-school routine. PLUS, commentary by Jason Chaffetz, FOX News contributor and the host of the Jason In The House podcast on FOX News Radio.  PHOTO CREDIT: AP IMAGES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The question he came out with was not, "How do I rebuild?" It was how do I matter. And 17 years later, that question has put Tom Eddington in Washington, DC, in the middle of what many consider the darkest political moment in modern American history, helping reconvene the State of the World Forum, the initiative co-founded in 1995 by Mikhail Gorbachev, Senator Alan Cranston, and Secretary of State George Shultz to address the future of human civilization. In this episode, Dov sits down with Tom, the current vice president of the reconvened forum, to talk about the six-year commitment underneath it. Not the recovery story. The commitment. Tom tells Dov what happened after he traveled to Colombia to sit with the Tairona elders and heard that 2025 to 2030 is the most consequential window in human history.  Then he flew to Bhutan and met with the national astrologer and the head of the monastic body, both of whom, working from a lineage 2,000 years old and completely independent of the Colombians, told him the same thing. Two independent sources. Same window. Same warning. Tom is a pragmatic optimist, not a mystic. With an MS from Wharton and a PhD in wisdom studies. He has coached CEOs for two decades. He has made eight documentary films. He has been asked to convene at the Vatican. And when Dov asks him the question the executive audience will most want asked, how do you take this into a boardroom of hard-nosed CEOs, Tom's answer is the one that reframes the whole conversation. Inside this conversation: The moment Tom got back on his feet at 48, capable of working five hours a week, and the single decision he made that changed everything that came after   The Erica Chenoweth research: why nonviolent movements of just 3.5% of a population have never once failed to bring systemic change, and what that means for right now   The four intelligences now operating on Earth (nature, human, artificial, cosmic) and why any leader who ignores one is looking at an incomplete map   The two questions Tom asks every new coaching client in their first session, and why the second one is where the whole life turns   Why he says modernity is dying and what it means to become a "death doula" to the world you were raised in If you came here for comfortable answers about the future, you are on the wrong podcast. If you came because something in you has been quietly asking whether the life you built was the one you were supposed to be living, or whether what comes next was always the point, hit play. Connect with Tom Eddington: Website: eddingtonadvisory.com Direct: tom@eddingtonadvisory.com Project: https://stateoftheworld.forum LinkedIn: Tom Eddington Films: Under Our Skin, The Third Harmony (thirdharmony.org), Connecting the Dots (connectingthedotsfilm.com), Written on the Landscape (PBS) Connect with Dov Baron: https://DovBaron.com dov@dovbaron.com Rate, review, and send this episode to the CEO in your life who has started asking questions their spreadsheet cannot answer. That is how the algorithm finds the people the next six years need most.   #StateOfTheWorldForum #TomEddington #ConsciousLeadership #TheDovBaronShow #FutureOfHumanity Connect with Dov Baron:https://DovBaron.comdov@dovbaron.comRate, review, and send this episode to the most thoughtful builder you know. That is how the algorithm finds the people who still ask why. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CardioNerds (Dr. Apoorva Gangavelli, Dr. Cory Sejo, and Dr. Joseph Kassab), discuss tricuspid regurgitation evaluation and management with Dr. Sunil Mankad. This episode was produced as part of the CardioNerds Academy curriculum by House Einthoven under the guidance of House Chief, Dr. Apoorva Gangavelli and Academy Program Director, Dr. Gurleen Kaur. A matching review article will be published in US Cardiology Review, the official journal of CardioNerds. This discussion was planned in collaboration with the Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Board Review Course.  Audio editing by CardioNerds intern Emma Winakur. Enjoy this Circulation 2022 Paths to Discovery article to learn about the CardioNerds story, mission, and values. CardioNerds Episode PageCardioNerds AcademyCardionerds Healy Honor Roll CardioNerds Journal ClubSubscribe to The Heartbeat Newsletter!Check out CardioNerds SWAG!Become a CardioNerds Patron! Key Points: Tricuspid regurgitation is common and associated with increased mortality at every stage, regardless of etiology. Outcomes are worse with worsening severity, so accurate grading is critical. Etiology is critical to guide treatment decisions. Etiology includes primary vs secondary (atrial or ventricular) vs CIED-related TR. 3D echocardiography can be very helpful in determining TR etiology, especially in CIED-related TR. Diuresis with the goal of euvolemia is step one. Additionally, underlying contributory conditions (eg. pulmonary HTN, HFrEF, atrial fibrillation) should be addressed, if appropriate, and then TR severity reassessed. The choice between T-TEER and TTVR hinges on anatomy, RV function, pulmonary hypertension, and the ability to tolerate anticoagulation. T-TEER is generally first line in atrial functional TR with appropriate anatomy, in patients with poor RV function who cannot tolerate a sudden increase in RV afterload, or in patients who cannot tolerate the necessary anticoagulation with TTVR. TTVR is preferred with wide coaptation gaps and CIED-related TR. This is a team sport. Multidisciplinary discussions utilizing imaging (TTE/TEE, CT), risk scores (TRI-SCORE or TRIO), patient preference, and prior institutional experience are essential for the effective treatment of severe TR. Notes: What is the clinical importance of tricuspid regurgitation? TR is very common with approximately 4% of people over 75 having moderate or greater severity. TR (even mild) is associated with increased mortality. Those outcomes worsen as the TR severity worsens, and this phenomenon is independent of the mechanism of regurgitation. What is unique about the tricuspid valve compared to the other cardiac valves? It is at an anterior location which allows it to be imaged well with transthoracic echocardiography It is the largest valve and composed generally of 3 leaflets (but very often can have 4+ leaflets). Importantly, the RV is compliant and changes size and shape readily based on loading conditions. The TV annulus similarly changes size and shape based on hemodynamic conditions such as preload. What is a good framework for approaching the causes of tricuspid regurgitation? Determine the presence and define the severity of TR. Using TTE, we want to measure the right atrial size, the RV size, and any other concomitant valvular lesions.  Use TTE (2D and 3D) to characterize leaflet anatomy and characteristics. Subtypes of TR mechanisms (many times etiology is mixed). Primary: primary leaflet abnormality, occurs in ~10% of cases. Look for prolapse, flail, endocarditis, etc. Secondary/functional: leaflets normal but surrounding structures are abnormal. Atrial: RA and tricuspid annular dilation but normal RV size/shape, and can be related to arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation. Ventricular: RV dilated and/or dysfunctional with leaflet tethering. Can be related to pulmonary hypertension or primary RV disease. Cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED): Related to device (usually pacemakers or ICD) interaction with TV leaflets. Includes perforation, entanglement in subvalvular apparatus, impingement, etc. 3D TTE particularly helpful to evaluate How do we grade TR severity? It is very important to grade the severity of TR, and this is generally done with echocardiography. There are both quantitative and qualitative methods which use Doppler and various equations to estimate TR severity. Current recommendations have expanded TR severity beyond mild/moderate/severe to include “massive” and “torrential” categories. The most important parameters measured/calculated are vena contracta width, regurgitant volume, regurgitant fraction, and effective regurgitant orifice area. Helpful qualitative metrics include hepatic venous flow reversal. When should additional studies beyond transthoracic echocardiography, such as transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), cardiac computed tomography (CT), and cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) be pursued? TEE is particularly helpful if TTE views are poor. Since TEE is used during transcatheter intervention, a pre-procedure TEE to define anatomy, determine procedure candidacy, and plan for the procedure is critical.  CT is also helpful for procedure planning and has particular strengths in defining annulus size and geometry. A CT is required prior to transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement (TTVR). MRI is helpful for measuring RV volumes and function, but is not generally used to assess TR severity.  What is the approach to the treatment for severe tricuspid regurgitation? The first step is to try to determine the etiology. For secondary TR, treating the underlying condition is indicated. For example, pulmonary vasodilators for pulmonary HTN or guideline therapy for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. Diuretics are the mainstay for treatment, with the goal to obtain euvolemia. This may require inpatient admission to optimize volume status and medication regimen. Once reversible etiologies are addressed, if the patient is still symptomatic from TR, additional therapies can be considered. What is the role of right heart catheterizations (RHC) in patients with severe TR? RHC is very helpful for many reasons. We use it in TR to help determine volume status, cardiac output, and RV function. Additionally, identifying and characterizing pulmonary hypertension (with pulmonary artery pressures and calculating pulmonary vascular resistance) is an important factor when choosing future therapies.  With severe tricuspid regurgitation, when should we refer for intervention (either with surgery or transcatheter repair or replacement)? Once reversible etiologies are addressed and euvolemia has been achieved, if the patient is still symptomatic from TR despite aggressive medical optimization, additional therapies can be considered. Once euvolemic, a repeat TTE should be ordered to reassess the severity of the TR. Use calculators (for example, either the TRI-SCORE or TRIO score) to predict operative mortality for isolated TR surgery. What are our transcatheter treatment options in severe tricuspid regurgitation, and how do we choose between them? The primary approved transcatheter treatment options for severe TR include transcatheter tricuspid edge-to-edge repair (T-TEER) and transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement (TTVR), of which the Edwards EVOQUE valve is the only one currently approved by the FDA. There are other TTVR device under investigation. These decisions should be made with a multi-disciplinary team including representation from cardiac imaging, interventional cardiology, and cardiothoracic surgery. Factors that go into the decision between T-TEER and TTVR include anatomy (annulus width, coaptation gap, leaflet length), RV reserve, pulmonary hypertension presence, ability to tolerate anticoagulation, patient preference, and institutional experience.  T-TEER is generally the first line with atrial functional and suitable anatomy. It is successful at reducing TR but does not generally eliminate it.  TTVR with EVOQUE is preferred in certain anatomic considerations like a large coaptation gap or when there is CIED-related TR (as this was excluded in T-TEER trials). Patients must be suitable for anticoagulation to receive TTVR as there is risk of leaflet thrombosis without it. If moderate/severe pulmonary hypertension is present, or there is poor RV function, TTVR may be avoided as the sudden elimination of TR causes a sudden increase in RV afterload which may not be tolerated. What is the role in advanced metrics for evaluating RV function? Advanced metrics like RV/PA coupling are under investigation but have not made it into the guidelines. The clinical utility is not yet known.  Assessing the RV function is important as stated above. Dr. Mankad prefers using 3D TTE to calculate an RVEF, or tracking RV longitudinal free wall strain. If you do encounter CIED-related TR, how do you treat it? Evaluate with TTE or TEE. 3D is very helpful to identify relative anatomy and leaflet-device interactions. There is no clear consensus about treatment if CIED-related TR is the primary mechanism of severe TR. If recently implanted, repositioning may be a valid option, but requires discussions with multiple teams including electrophysiology, advanced cardiac imaging, CT surgery, and interventional cardiology. References O’Gara PT, Lindenfeld J, Hahn RT, et al. 10 Issues for the Clinician in Tricuspid Regurgitation Evaluation and Management: 2025 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2025;S0735-1097(25)07047-0. O’Gara PT, Little SH, Badhwar V, et al. Operator and Institutional Recommendations and Requirements for Tricuspid Interventions: 2026 ACC/AHA/ASE/HRS/STS Expert Consensus Systems of Care Document. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2026;S0735-1097(26)05481-1. Hahn RT. Tricuspid Regurgitation. N Engl J Med. 2023;388(20):1876-1891. Davidson LJ, Tang GHL, Ho EC, et al. The Tricuspid Valve: A Review of Pathology, Imaging, and Current Treatment Options: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2024;149(22):e1223-e1238.

In this episode the boys continue their ongoing discussion of the influences of popular-socialism, folk-socialism, left-populism, and left-nationalism on the western workers' movement and how to navigate the impossible task of resurrecting the "Real Marxist" tradition.    The Problem With Left Nationalism https://jacobin.com/2026/01/left-nationalism-universalism-populism-melenchon    The Left and Its Meaning https://sublationmedia.com/the-left-and-its-meaning/   Folk Socialism — A Left-Populist Disorder  https://www.historicalmaterialism.org/article/folk-socialism-a-left-populist-disorder/    A Socialism for the 21st Century https://truthout.org/articles/a-socialism-for-the-21st-century/    Neoliberalism and the Socialist Movement in Britain: From the Third Road to Jeremy Corbyn and Brexit https://mronline.org/2024/09/11/neoliberalism-and-the-socialist-movement-in-britain-from-the-third-road-to-jeremy-corbyn-and-brexit/   Marxist Internationalism or National Interest? https://www.theleftchapter.com/post/marxist-internationalism-or-national-interest    People, class, democracy: re-mapping left populism from populist social democracy to popular socialism  https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/13569317.2024.2371506#d1e175 

Have you ever wondered the secrets of how to determine the market's next move? Today we have the answers. We cover the latest market breakout, with the S&P 500 moving above a long trading range while the Nasdaq remained more neutral and the Russell 2000 showed signs of a potential bull trap. Investors can use support and resistance, trading volume, and confirmation to interpret breakouts while remaining cautious during the low-volume summer months. We also talk increased institutional buying, the limitations of relying on money-flow and positioning data, and how seasonal trading patterns can create unusual market moves. We shift to gold, silver, and Bitcoin, examining recent price action, central bank buying, speculative money flows, and why technical trends may be more useful than trying to identify a single reason behind market movements. Today we discuss... The S&P 500 broke out of its recent trading range, signaling a potentially bullish shift in the market. The Nasdaq remains range-bound while the Russell 2000 showed signs of a possible bull trap. How investors can use support, resistance, volume, and confirmation to evaluate market breakouts. Why summer trading can produce unusual market moves because institutional trading volume tends to be lower. The limitations of relying too heavily on institutional positioning and other market indicators. Gold's recent breakout and longer-term bull market were discussed alongside concerns about whether its rapid gains need time to consolidate. Silver noted with caution because of ongoing short positioning and potential price suppression. The bearish outlook for Bitcoin and suggested it could fall toward $37,500 before becoming more attractive. How speculative money rotates between Bitcoin, precious metals, energy, technology, semiconductors, and other sectors. July's positive market performance and conflicting valuation signals created uncertainty about the strength and sustainability of the current bull market. The extraordinary scale of the AI investment boom compared with previous historical investment manias.   Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | Mergent College Advisors Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the full show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/the-markets-next-move-841 

Leverage the Infinite Banking Concept to invest in passive income, build tax-advantaged wealth, and maximize cash flow on August 12, 2026 (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM CT). Learn from Anthony Faso & Cameron Christiansen, Dr. Axel Meierhoefer and Adam Kolojejchick-Kotch.

OPEN HEAVENSMATALA LE LAGI MO LE ASO LULU 12 AOKUSO 2026(tusia e Pastor EA Adeboye) Manatu Autu: O mea e tuu iai e fausia mea e maua mai ai 2 (Inputs determine outputs 2) Tauloto Tusi Paia: Luka 12:48 “A o lē ‘ua lē iloa, ‘ua faia fo‘i e ia mea e tatau ‘ina sasaina ai, e māmā ‘ona sasaina o ia. Auā o lē ‘ua foa‘iina atu i ai o mea e tele, e su‘eina atu fo‘i ‘iā te ia o mea e tele; o lē fo‘i ‘ua tu‘uina atu i ai o mea e tele latou te fai atu ‘iā te ia, e ‘aumai mea e sili ‘ona tele.”Faitauga - Tusi Paia: Mataio 25:14-30A avatu e le Atua ia te oe se galuega, e na te foai atu mea uma e manaomia e faataunuuina ai. O nisi o punaoa manaomia o loo i lou siomaga ao isi, o loo i totonu ia te oe. E pei ona faaalia i le tauloto mai le Tusi Paia o le asō, o le tele o mea e avatu ia te oe, o le tele foi lea o mea e sueina ma aumai ia te oe. O tagata e manatu e lē lava punaoa ma mea o loo i o latou lima, e tatau ona faaeteete ia aua nei faapei o le auauna na inoino i le taleni na foai iai e lona matai, e pei ona faaalia i le faitauga o le Tusi Paia o le asō. O nisi tagata e manatu o mea ua latou maua e lē lava, ona taumafai lava lea e faatali i le Atua e foai atu nisi mea e sili atu, ona faatoa mafai lea ona faamaoni i sina mea o loo i o latou lima. Le au pele e, e sese lea ituaiga mafaufau lea. O se tagata e lē mafai ona faamaoni i sina mea itiiti ua ia maua, e lē tatau ona manatu e sili atu seisi mea na te maua. E foai e le Atua na o i latou ua faamaonia lo latou faamaoni i mea itiiti. Ou te sau mai se nuu laitiiti lava i luga o le faafanua. O le mativa ia o lou tamā e oo i tagata matitiva e latou te lauina lona mativa. E ui na matitiva ou matua ma e lē tele se punaoa na ou maua ao ou tuputupu ae, na foai mai e le Atua se taleni e tasi ia te a'u, o lo'u faiai. Na ou faaaogaina tatau le taleni na foai mai e le Atua e ala i lou toaga i le aoga ma suesue ma le punouai, ona amata lemu lava lea ona maua punaoa mai lea taleni. Na foai mai e le Atua ia te a'u le faaolataga i le 1973, e amata mai lea taimi, na avea au o se ipu e aoga i ona aao. A ou manatunatu i mea tetele ua faia e le Atua mo a'u ma faataga ou te ausia e ui e itiiti punaoa na ou maua i le amataga, ou te vivii faifaipea i le Alii i lona faamaoni. E moni, a faamaoni se tagata i mea itiiti, e faaopoopo mea ia te ia. Atalii poo le afafine o le Atua, tilotilo i lou siomaga ma vaavaai i totonu ia te oe, e te vaai atu ai i meaalofa e tele ua foai atu e le Atua ia te oe. Aua e te toilalo, faamolemole faaaoga meaalofa na, e manumalo ai agaga mo le malo o le Atua. Faaaoga lelei e siitia lou tulaga ma le pule, a oo ina e tautala, e faalogo tagata uma ma auauna i le Atua e tasi o loo e auauna iai. Ou te tatalo ia faaaoga e le Atua matautia lou tagata e faia mea tetele i lona malo ao e auauna ia te ia ma le faamaoni e faaaoga ai meaalofa ua ia foai atu ia te oe, i le suafa o Iesu, Amene. 

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Tom McCutcheon, Cade McCutcheon, Gunny Mathison, and Joe Schmidt welcome longtime friend and legendary horse trader Cooper Smith for a wide-ranging conversation straight off the heels of the 100X Waco Futurity. The crew breaks down recent standout runs from Franco Bertolani, Luca Fappani, and Miriko Midili, debates why 220+ scores barely cash a check anymore, and tackles the real question every reining fan is asking: is the sport still affordable for the average competitor?Gunny opens up about his new gig as a CBS Sports commentator for the Run For A Million in Las Vegas alongside Steve Ross, Taylor Sheridan, and Francesca Sternberg — a big step for the horseman known for calling it like he sees it. Tom also reflects on his recent Hall of Fame induction and the letters that got him there, while Cooper brings decades of trading wisdom to the group's debate on horse values, from six-figure studs to $5,000 diamonds in the rough.Along the way: previews of the Tulsa 100X show and the new First Annual Legacy Designer Sale, plus plenty of trademark chaos — cannoli cowboys, mariachi bands, and a busker debate that somehow takes over the second half of the show.#reining #podcast #nrha #futurity #tommccutcheon #therunforamillion #halloffame #reiningpodcast #equinepodcast

OPEN HEAVENSMATALA LE LAGI MO LE ASO LUA 11 AOKUSO 2026(tusia e Pastor EA Adeboye) Manatu Autu: O mea e tuu iai e fausia mea e maua mai ai 1 (Inputs determine outputs 1) Tauloto Tusi Paia: 1 Korinito 9:24 “Tou te lē iloa ‘ea, o ē tausiniō i le ala tanu, e tausiniō uma i latou, ‘ae maua le taui e le to‘atasi? ‘Ia fa‘apea ‘ona ‘outou tausiniō, ‘ina ‘ia ‘outou maua.”Faitauga - Tusi Paia: Faataoto 31:1-9O le mamao e te fia ausia i lau faigamalaga i le olaga nei, o le tele foi lena o le manaomia ona e galueaina lelei lou tagata. Mo se faataitaiga, afai e te fia malaga i se mea mamao ao loo tumu lelei le pinisini o le taavale, e te ono tu i se pamu i le ala e toe utu ina ia e ausia le nofoaga mamao o loo e malaga iai. Peitai, afai e latalata le nofoaga o loo e malaga atu iai, e te lē manaomia le tu i se pamu e toe utu le taavale. O soo se tagata e naunau e mamao le tulaga e ausia i le olaga nei, e tatau ona galueaina punaoa mo ia, e aofia ai le ola faapaiaina, galue punouai, aoaoga, lelei fesootaiga ma tagata i lona olaga, alo ese mai amio lē lelei o le ai ai soo, matamata tifaga, faaalu vale taimi i luga o upega tafailagi, pati faasoloatoa ma mea faapena. E manaomia le pulea lelei o lau amio ma lou tagata pe afai e mamao le tulaga e te fia ausia. Ou te manatua ao ou laitiiti, e faanofo lava a'u e lou tina i totonu o le fale e fai meaaoga ao taaalo soka au uo i fafo. E masani ona ou faasea i lou tina peitai na faaauau ona ia faia seia oo ina matua ma avea ma masani ia te au le faia o meaaoga. E iai se taimi na ou alu i le fale o le tuagane a lou tinā, o fai se solo tele o faafiafiaga i le auala, na o uma ai tagata o le matou aiga sei vagana a'u. Na sau seisi ma fesili mai pe aisea ou te le alu ai i fafo e matamata i faafiafiaga, na ou tali atu, ‘o le tagata o le a matamata uma ai tagata i le lumanai e lē matamata i ni faafiafiaga'. I le tele o tausaga mulimuli ane, ina ua siitia a'u e le Atua, na ia faamanatu mai ia te a'u lea aso, ma faapea mai, ‘o le asō, o loo matamata uma mai le lalolagi ia te oe'. Le au pele e, faaalu au tupe ma punaoa e galueaina lou tagata i mea uma e manaomia i le mamao ma le maualuga o le olaga e te fia ausia. Ao agai isi tagata na ave i le tafeaga i Papelonia e aai i meaai matagofie i le maota o le tupu, na taulai le vaai a Tanielu ma ana uo ia vavaeseina i latou mo le Alii (Tanielu 1:3-12). Ou te talitonu e lē na o i latou tagata Iutaia na aoaoina i le maota o le tupu i lea taimi, peitai e na o i latou na faia mea tetele aua foi na faaalu tatau a punaoa e galueaina i latou. Atalii poo le afafine o le Atua, afai e tetele ni au miti o iai ma o loo e naunau ia tino mai, e tatau ona e totogiina le tau e galueaina lou tagata. E tatau foi ona e tuuesea ni avega mamafa e pei o le paiē, leai o se pulea o lou tagata, ma tulaga eleelea e pei o le agasala e taofia oe mai le ausia o faamoemoega a le Atua mo lou olaga. Ou te tatalo ia e ausia faamoemoega a le Atua mo lou olaga, i le suafa o Iesu. Tatalo, Tamā, faamolemole fesoasoani mai ia te au ina ia galueaina punaoa talafeagai mo lo'u olaga ina ia ou ausia faamoemoega ua e saunia mo au, i le suafa o Iesu, Amene. 

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Iran's foreign minister says a plan with Oman to reroute ships in the Strait of Hormuz doesn't mean the strait will open, but that an open waterway will be up to the United States. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.

⚖️ What Factors Determine Who Gets Custody of a Child? | Los Angeles Divorce ⚖️ Child custody decisions are not based on which parent simply wants custody more. California courts focus on the child's best interests and consider several factors when creating custody arrangements. Important considerations may include each parent's relationship with the child, ability to provide care, stability, involvement in daily life, and willingness to support a healthy relationship with the other parent.

What if the answer to aging well at home isn't an expensive caregiver --- but a college student in the spare bedroom? In this episode, host Kirsten Howe sits down with Alison Donnally, founder of JoeyCo and a healthcare innovation veteran of Amazon Care and Kaiser Permanente. After three of her own family members experienced major health events while aging alone, Alison asked a question that wouldn't let go: if the au pair system gives American families relatively affordable live-in childcare, why isn't there an equivalent for older adults? Her answer is JoeyCo, which matches older adult homeowners ("hosts") with screened, vetted local students ("Joeys") who rent a room in the home and work for the household --- groceries, dog walks, trash cans, and the everyday help that keeps life running. Together, Kirsten and Alison break down what makes these arrangements actually work: the legal structure behind every match in California, the clear expectations set before anyone moves in, and the simple communication habits that keep small issues from ever turning into big ones. They also explore the deeper reason this model resonates: as we age, our world tends to get smaller. A little help --- and a little company --- can push it back open. Time-stamped Show Notes: 0:00 Introduction 0:30 Kirsten's focus for this episode series: not living longer, but living better --- all the way to the end. 1:05 Meet Alison Donnally, founder of JoeyCo, with a background spanning Amazon Care, Kaiser Permanente, the NFL, Tuck, and Wharton. 1:40 The concept in a nutshell: older adult "hosts" get affordable help at home, and student "Joeys" get a place to live and a job. 2:42 Alison shares the personal inspiration --- three family members, aging alone for very different reasons, each experienced a major health event. 3:25 "These are not healthcare things that are happening to my family members, until it is something that is healthcare." 3:50 The aha moment came from the au pair system: why not affordable live-in support for older adults, too? 4:52 How it works in California: lodging agreements, household employment rules, and keeping the complexity on JoeyCo's side. 6:45 Who becomes a host? Often women aging alone with an extra bedroom and a desire to help solve the housing crisis. 7:30 Another common host: a household where a family member is the caregiver for someone with dementia or a chronic condition. 8:05 Every match starts with one question: what would make this host come alive? 8:47 Kirsten's theater-line story --- Joeys aren't caregivers, but getting to a play matters, too. 9:45 Even chit-chat in line adds vibrancy to a life that can start to feel smaller with age. 10:21 "One by one, we lose our friends." Why JoeyCo is more than a business transaction. 11:42 Did you know? A room-for-chores swap isn't legally compliant in California --- every match takes two agreements: monthly rent from Joey to host, and biweekly W-2 payroll from host to Joey. 12:56 The house manual covers the roommate stuff up front: Wi-Fi passwords, fridge shelves, and clear expectations. 13:30 Weekly look-ahead meetings keep payroll accurate and schedules in sync --- flexibility requires communication. 13:55 The bathroom fan story: handling the little things before they become big things. Take the Next Step in Your Estate Planning Journey If this episode resonated with you, we'd love to help you with your own estate planning needs in California. Schedule a complimentary discovery call with our team at Absolute Trust Counsel. During this no-obligation conversation, we'll: Learn about your unique situation and goals Answer questions about our services Determine if we're the right fit to work together Visit https://absolutetrustcounsel.com/scheduling/ or call 925-943-2740 to schedule your free discovery call today. Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a couple second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits: The Absolute Trust Talk podcast is brought to you with the help of Q2Mark, led by Chief Marketing Officer Susie Hays. Since 2016, Q2Mark has partnered with Absolute Trust Counsel on all marketing communications—from brand development and website design to this podcast series with over 192 episodes, social media management, video production, and more. If you're business owner looking for comprehensive marketing support, visit Q2Mark.com.

Discover who the first European Explorer was behind setting foot on Lake Michigan's waters. Get a breakdown behind the areas where Lake Michigan has had high concentrations of shipwrecks. Explore where America's population stood come around year 1860. Understand the significance behind what happened come year 1851 in Buffalo, New York. Figure out what the term steamboat itself actually refers to. Receive a short in depth overview analysis behind James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin and Mary Louisa Bruce, Countess of Elgin. Determine just how big Paddle Steamer Lady Elgin was including the different routes she traversed along the Great Lakes. Figure out where Paddle Steamer Lady Elgin was departing from come morning of September 6,1860. Determine just how many passengers Lady Elgin was equipped to transport while also discovering her capacity state come late evening September 7. Get an idea behind what the atmosphere was like onboard Lady Elgin going into late hours of September 7 including early morning next day. Learn what exactly unraveled on Lake Michigan around 2:30AM September 8,1860 involving Paddle Steamer Lady Elgin. Determine how Lady Elgin Captain Jack Wilson assessed the situation following his ship's collision with Augusta of Oswego. Learn just how quickly it took for Lady Elgin to sink including lifeboats used along with total number of passengers saved. Explore acts of heroism which took place during morning of September 8. Get a brief background behind Augusta of Oswego including her Captain, D.M. Malott as well as the ship's ultimate fate. Learn about the various reform which followed in the wake of Lady Elgin's sinking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SHOW NOTES: I've consulted with, coached, and advised a huge diversity of people over the decades. They include executives, entertainers, politicians, athletes, military officers, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists. The most successful of them, both at the outset and after development, had the courage of their talent. Let me define the term which I coined several years ago and which has developed into an entire book. Courage is not fearlessness, but rather the ability to accept fear and/or pressure and nevertheless perform at the top of your game. Talent includes the innate traits, abilities, and behavior which help us to master challenges and to lead. Some are highly relevant (for a consultant, communication skills) and some are irrelevant (for a consultant, perfect pitch). Psychologists call this "efficacy." The best performers are able to focus as much and as many of their talents as possible on their "callings," and might provide for the rest in hobbies and personal interests. When people can't apply the preponderance of their talents on a job or career and receive recognition—both monetary and interpersonal—for them, they become frustrated, resentful, and less productive. This dynamic is often mistakenly cited as a "toxic workplace" as though the organization is always at fault. But in reality, high performers find callings that embrace their talents and reward them handsomely. We have more power to accomplish this than we think. I began my career at Prudential Insurance, realized that the work bored me, merit wasn't necessarily promoted, and I wasn't about to become an executive anytime soon. I then took a job with a consulting firm in Princeton, learned that profession, but after leading the major profit centers was weary of the politics and infighting. From there I obtained the presidency of a consulting firm in Providence, but was fired by the owner when we starkly disagreed on his attempts to inject his ideology into the business. Finally, I founded my own firm which is still without other employees, after 41 years. I have the strongest solo consulting brand in the world, and I love doing this. We need to control our lives in a world which, both purposely and accidentally, is trying to deny us control, to remove our power, to enforce often inappropriate normative pressure. It's absurd to abide by "influencers" who have no real motive except to make money. We need to be our own "influencers." There's no secret here, no "12 steps," no weekend retreat. It's as simple as this: •Identify what you love doing and are great at •Determine how best to market and monetize it •Rejoice in the courage of your talent You don't need the Wizard to give you courage, as he did for the lion in The Wizard of Oz. Because what the Wizard actually did was to show the lion the courage and talent already resident in his heart and soul. Find yours. Alan Weiss is a global, award-winning consultant, coach, speaker, and author—with 57 books, and 16 additional editions in 15 languages. He's the only non-journalist in history to have received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Press Institute, a Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants, and an inductee in the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame®. His newest book is The Courage of Your Talent (Taylor and Francis, 2026). Advance purchases: amazon.com/Courage-You-Talent-Self-Esteem-Constantly/ebook-dp/B0GXRNT7DY

Senate to vote on holding Fauci in contempt. Will the Senate finally act? Why did Senator Johnson say the investigation is just beginning? What happens next? What is "Oxferd C0mma"? The newly declassified document has Washington buzzing. And what does it have to do with Former FBI Director James Comey? Perez Hilton's breakdown has everyone talking. Here's why. And what is the political connection? All eyes on Michigan: why this senate race matters nationwide. And why it’s a crossroads for the country. And why is a critical aspect being ignored? With Special Guests Jennifer Kelly, “The Golden Boy Podcast” and Rabbi Michael Barclay, “The Rabbi’s Table: Dialogue not Debate” Support Our Mission: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ZMGRBFGDJKRS8See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2135: Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock walk through the real numbers on side gigs, from average earnings to the surprising gap between what men and women take home. They share a practical set of questions on timing, upfront costs, and time commitment so you can pick a side hustle that fits your goals and makes the entrepreneurship leap worth it. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://womenwhomoney.com/hustling-money-side-gig-for-extra-cash/ Quotes to ponder: "The lure of earning extra money has you considering a side gig." "While you can definitely accomplish a lot in a year, some side gigs will take more time than others to start paying off." "No matter what side gig you choose to go with, know your why, obtain any necessary skills and resources, and start building your business!" Optimal Work Daily is a daily career advice podcast where we narrate the best articles on productivity, entrepreneurship, and work-life balance, read to you by a professional narrator so you can grow your career a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every leader will face criticism.The question isn't if it will happen.The question is whether you'll allow criticism to shape your leadership—or simply sharpen it.In Episode 225 of the Fly on the Wall Podcast, I sat down with Pastor Nick for an honest conversation about leading through criticism, building trust, creating healthy culture, and staying focused on what God has actually called your church to do.Because one of the greatest temptations for any leader is trying to keep everyone happy.And that's a battle you'll never win.Here's some of what we unpack:Why church planters often lose momentum by trying to do too much too soonHow to build critical mass by focusing on a few things and doing them exceptionally wellWhy clarity creates momentum while ambiguity creates tensionHow to lead without becoming addicted to approvalPractical ways to build trust with people who have been hurt by previous church experiencesWhy leadership should be earned through intentional development—not handed out too quicklyHow leadership circles and apprenticeships help build a healthy leadership pipelineThe importance of creating an invitation culture instead of relying on a few big SundaysHow stories and celebration shape the culture of your churchOne of the strongest reminders from our conversation was this:"You can't lead with authority if you're addicted to approval."Every pastor wants to care for people.But caring for people isn't the same as allowing every opinion to determine the direction of your church.Healthy leadership requires the courage to stay clear on the vision God has given you—even when not everyone agrees.If you've ever wrestled with criticism, struggled to stay focused, or wondered how to build a healthier culture in your church, I think this conversation will encourage you and give you practical leadership tools you can use immediately.

⚖️ What Factors Determine Who Gets Custody of a Child? | Los Angeles Divorce

8.4.26 Hour 1, Kevin Sheehan opens up the show discussing how and if the Commanders success in the upcoming NFL season will be determined by their new coordinators on offense and defense. Kevin Sheehan gives his thoughts on the moves the Nationals made prior to the MLB trade deadline and how disappointing the approach was. Kevin Sheehan reacts to an NFL Quarterback tier list to see where Jayden Daniels ranks.

What does the evidence actually show when we look at plant-based dietary patterns through the lens of food processing? And does classifying foods as "ultra-processed" meaningfully change how we interpret the relationship between plant-based diets and long-term health outcomes? A recent large prospective cohort analysis examined both healthful and unhealthful plant-based dietary patterns, and importantly, stratified the contributing foods based on whether they were classified as ultra-processed or non-ultra-processed. In this episode, the study's lead author Dr Alysha Thompson, discusses the many intesresting aspects to the analysis. These include how the dietary indices were constructed, the challenges of applying NOVA classification to self-reported dietary data, the role of residual confounding in observational nutrition research, and the extent to which we can or cannot infer independent effects of processing from these findings. We also consider the broader implications for the use of processing-based classifications in nutrition science and whether this adds meaningful explanatory value beyond traditional assessments of diet quality. Timestamps [03:02] Interview start [05:08] The key research question [07:52] Study design [17:25] Building diet scores [21:11] NOVA classification challenges [25:04] Key findings [38:30] NOVA debate and stance [43:44] Adjustments and mediators [48:11] Future research directions [54:37] Key ideas (premium-only) Resources: Go to episode page Join the Sigma newsletter for free Subscribe to Sigma Nutrition Premium Enroll in the next cohort of our Applied Nutrition Literacy course Paper: Plant-Based Diets, Ultra-Processed Foods, and Risks of Mortality and Major Chronic Diseases: A Prospective Cohort Study

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In Part 1, host Kirsten Howe and real estate agent Nathan Jines of Jines Real Estate Group talked about why more people 55 and up are choosing to relocate --- and how to make that choice on your own terms. Now, in Part 2, they get into the how. Nathan's first piece of advice flips conventional wisdom on its head: if you're financially able, buy your next home first, start living your new life, and let a full-service team handle the sale behind you --- decluttering, staging, repairs, negotiations, all of it, even from across the country. He shares how bridge lenders make buying first possible, why his East Coast clients never have to come back, and the lesson his own parents learned on their way to a happy new life in Portugal. Kirsten and Nathan also explore what buyers in this stage of life are really looking for --- community and connection first --- including the story of clients who traded a 2,500-square-foot Oakland home for a 1,000-square-foot condo on Yerba Buena Island and gained the city lifestyle they'd been dreaming of. The through line: your health and peace of mind matter more than any house sale. If you missed Part 1, start with Episode 207 --- then come back for the practical playbook. Time-stamped Show Notes: 0:00 Introduction 0:40 To kick things off, Kirsten asks the big logistical question: if you own a house and want to buy another, what comes first? 1:05 Nathan's answer flips conventional wisdom: if you're financially able, purchasing first and knowing where you're going is exponentially better than selling first and moving twice. 1:40 A lesson from Nathan's own family --- his parents moved into an Airbnb first, and his stepdad later admitted he wouldn't have tried to sell their belongings; he would have just donated them. Today, they're happily settled in Portugal. 2:30 Did you know? Bridge lenders can use your current property as collateral to help you move into your next place. 3:00 Selling completely remotely --- Nathan's clients move to the East Coast and never come back. His team handles clearing out the house, staging prep, painting, landscaping, and inspections, while sellers review contracts, sign documents, and make decisions from anywhere. 4:10 Kirsten's takeaway: as the seller, you don't have to stick around if it doesn't work for you. 4:40 Why moving first makes the new life real: when you're spending time with the grandkids or relaxing by your new pool, you're not thinking about that old couch you've had for 30 years. 6:40 Some clients want to be hands-on with the decluttering, and the timeline is theirs, even if it takes six months to empty every closet. 7:15 Nathan's guiding principle: the mental and physical health of the person matters more than any house sale. 7:50 The emotional side of leaving --- for some, not being there to watch the furniture leave a 30-year home is much better emotionally. 9:30 Next, Kirsten and Nathan discuss trends in what 55-plus buyers are looking for—number one: people need relationships and community, whatever that looks like for them. 10:15 From 2,500 square feet to 1,000, one of Nathan's clients traded a Redwood Heights home full of wonderful things for a brand-new Yerba Buena Island condo with no garage, and got the San Francisco city lifestyle they wanted in their 60s. 11:30 "Lighten your life" --- Kirsten's word for the trend: get rid of things, get rid of obligations, and free yourself from the need to repair the roof while still owning your own place. Take the Next Step in Your Estate Planning Journey If this episode resonated with you, we'd love to help you with your own estate planning needs in California. Schedule a complimentary discovery call with our team at Absolute Trust Counsel. During this no-obligation conversation, we'll: Learn about your unique situation and goals Answer questions about our services Determine if we're the right fit to work together Visit https://absolutetrustcounsel.com/scheduling/ or call 925-943-2740 to schedule your free discovery call today. Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a couple second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits: The Absolute Trust Talk podcast is brought to you with the help of Q2Mark, led by Chief Marketing Officer Susie Hays. Since 2016, Q2Mark has partnered with Absolute Trust Counsel on all marketing communications—from brand development and website design to this podcast series with over 192 episodes, social media management, video production, and more. If you're business owner looking for comprehensive marketing support, visit Q2Mark.com.

Everton lost 8 points. Nottingham Forest lost 4. Chelsea? Not a single point, despite admitting to 74 breaches of FA rules and getting hit by three separate regulators (UEFA, the Premier League, and the FA) over £47m in undisclosed historical payments. Les and Dave lay out the full timeline of all three cases - Everton's two separate PSR breaches, Forest's £34.5m overspend, and Chelsea's Abramovich-era disclosure scandal - and compare them point by point: what the breach actually was, who discovered it, who was punished for it, and what sanction followed. Are these cases really comparable? Have Chelsea been treated more leniently than the clubs who lost points? We go through the arguments on both sides before giving our verdict. Let us know your thoughts. A breakdown of each club's breaches: Everton • Case 1: 2021/22 period. Loss £124.5m vs £105m limit (breach ~£19.5m). Charged Mar 2023. • Sanction 1: 10-point deduction (Nov 2023) → reduced to 6 points on appeal (Feb 2024). • Case 2: 2022/23 period. Breach of £16.6m. Charged Jan 2024. • Sanction 2: 2-point deduction (Apr 2024). • Total: 8 points deducted, in-season, same campaign. Nottingham Forest • Case: 2022/23 period. Threshold £61m (reduced for Championship seasons). Breach of £34.5m. Charged Jan 2024. • Sanction: 6 points initial → reduced to 4-point deduction for early admission/cooperation. • Appeal: Rejected — 4 points stood. Chelsea • UEFA (2023): €10m (£8.6m) fine — incomplete financial reporting. • Premier League (Mar 2026): £10.75m fine + immediate 9-month academy transfer ban + 1-year first-team transfer ban suspended 2 years. PL found payments, even if disclosed, would not have breached PSR. • FA (Jul 2026): 74 admitted breaches (undisclosed agent/third-party payments, £47m, 2011–2018). £10m fine (halved from £20m for self-reporting). Original 6-point suspended deduction overturned on appeal, replaced with suspended two-window transfer ban. • Total: £0 points deducted. All penalties financial or suspended. Breaches self-reported by current owners about previous (Abramovich) regime. Want a little more from us? Try The Blue Room Extra for more than 20 hours extra content a month: www.patreon.com/theblueroomextra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

⚖️ What Factors Determine Who Gets Custody of a Child? | Los Angeles Divorce How do California courts decide who gets child custody after a divorce? In Los Angeles custody cases, judges focus on one guiding principle: the child's best interests. Custody is not automatically awarded to one parent. Instead, courts evaluate the unique circumstances of each family when determining legal and physical custody arrangements. This video explains the factors California courts commonly consider and why every custody case is evaluated individually.

In this episode, Joshua Escalante Troesh CFP® and Amelie Riendl AFC® explore why households sometimes run out of money before the month ends, how to recognize warning signs, and what practical steps can help close the gap between income and expenses. Josh and Amelie discuss emotional dynamics, spending patterns, budgeting strategies, and ways to thoughtfully increase income. Together, they break down both short‑term fixes and long‑term solutions for getting back on track. Top takeaways: Spot the warning signs: Rising debt balances, shrinking savings, denied loans, relationship stresses, or unusual financial account activity may signal a need to look into your spending. Avoid blame: Blame (toward a partner or yourself) shuts down conversations and problem‑solving. Focus on understanding the cause rather than assigning fault. Identify the root cause: Determine whether the issue is a one‑time event, an annual expense, or a recurring monthly shortfall. Each requires a different solution. Start big: Look for opportunities to change your biggest expenses first (e.g., housing, cars). Even though they're harder to change, they can be easily ruled out and may have a massive impact if you can find one to change. Prioritize what matters: Protect “sacred” spending categories and start trimming low‑priority, high‑cost areas first. Introduce friction: Make impulse spending harder—remove saved cards, disable one‑click purchases, and delete shopping accounts. Increase visibility: Track spending using software, avoid cash, and set regular check‑ins to understand where you are throughout the month. Before making a major financial decision, set a spending limit that prompts a check-in. Analyze impact of cutting expenses: When looking for places to reduce expenses, take time to understand the impact of reducing or eliminating that expense. Instead of going cold turkey, try cutting back slowly to see how it actually impacts your life and well-being. Consider income adjustments: Explore job changes, negotiate raises, or pursue small educational steps that boost earning potential. Small wins matter: Even closing the gap by $100–$200 a month is meaningful progress. Focus on positive progress, not the total gap. With awareness, communication, and some intentional changes, you can turn a stressful money shortfall into a path toward stability and confidence.Resources: Episode 210: The Simple Budget Roadmap Episode 205: Guilt & Shame Around Money Want help building or growing a successful financial coaching business? Start here:Exploring financial coaching? Join our free community of 6,000+ coaches:https://www.facebook.com/groups/financialcoachescommunityReady to learn more? Get our free 8‑part email series with 30+ tips:https://www.financialcoachesnetwork.com/pre-launch-email-seriesLaunching your business? Check out FCN Biz DIY, our step‑by‑step program:https://www.financialcoachesnetwork.com/biz-diyLove coaching but not running a business? Beta test MoneyCoach Network:https://form.jotform.com/231063470154043

Steak Shapiro and Rusty Mansell reflect on the tragic passing of Jeff Ulbrich's wife and the perspective it brings to the sports world. They also evaluate Michael Penix Jr.'s recovery timeline and debate sports heartbreaks in their Three Strikes segment. 01:18 - Jeff Ulbrich Tragedy Perspective 02:28 - Penix and Falcons Quarterbacks 06:50 - Three Strikes Sports Discussion

One of the most competitive U.S. House races in the country is Washington’s 3rd Congressional District. Blue-collar Democratic incumbent Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is facing a challenge from a Republican state Senator who is more mainstream than her previous political opponent. On the latest episode of OPB Politics Now, reporters Lauren Dake, Erik Neumann and Elena Neale-Sacks discuss the hottest races in Southwest Washington primary and what to watch in Clark County. Find the show wherever you get your podcasts.

During tonight's show, Brooks and the boys give their takeaways from day two of Big 10 media days. Which #collegefootball players will determine the season this year? During the local hour, we are going to layout the recipe for beating Georgia. Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorER1HarPFY2LnaE-o7-Buoaixs652Lkv_NzIGKModpY-HVb1sV Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorSWVqg5rlU_J9F7pluw8PS5w0WleTpUI__e81vY_hCHSllA_mN Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorER1HarPFY2LnaE-o7-Buoaixs652Lkv_NzIGKModpY-HVb1sV Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorSWVqg5rlU_J9F7pluw8PS5w0WleTpUI__e81vY_hCHSllA_mN Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

During tonight's show, Brooks and the boys give their takeaways from day two of Big 10 media days. Which #collegefootball players will determine the season this year? During the local hour, we are going to layout the recipe for beating Georgia. Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorER1HarPFY2LnaE-o7-Buoaixs652Lkv_NzIGKModpY-HVb1sV Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorSWVqg5rlU_J9F7pluw8PS5w0WleTpUI__e81vY_hCHSllA_mN Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorER1HarPFY2LnaE-o7-Buoaixs652Lkv_NzIGKModpY-HVb1sV Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorSWVqg5rlU_J9F7pluw8PS5w0WleTpUI__e81vY_hCHSllA_mN Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(Group Learning Program) - Frequently Asked Questions and How to Determine If You Are Enlightened at Wat Tung YuIn this LIVE Stream and Interactive Learning Session, David will share some of the most frequently asked questions by Students of Gotama Buddha's Teachings providing detailed answers to help you deepen your understanding and practice of these Teachings. He will also share with you how to determine you have attained Enlightenment.——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://mailchi.mp/f958c59262eb/buddhadailywisdomThe Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://mailchi.mp/6bb4fdf2b6e0/palicanonstudyprogramFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DailyWisdom999YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyWisdom999Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/buddhadailywisdom/Support our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #enlightenment #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse

Medical aesthetics is one of the few areas of healthcare where practice owners have real control over pricing. Because most services are cash pay, med spas are not waiting on insurance reimbursements or negotiating with carriers. Yet many practices give away that advantage by running constant promotions and training patients to shop for the lowest Botox price.  In this solo episode, I explain how deep discounts create margin erosion, weaken patient loyalty, and push the industry toward commoditization. I also share how stronger consultations, treatment plans, and value-based pricing can improve retention, patient experience, and clinic profitability without turning every appointment into a sales pitch. Discounts Train Patients to Wait for the Next Offer  Discounts can fill the schedule for a weekend, but they also change how patients see the practice. When every holiday comes with a coupon, patients learn that the listed price is temporary and the service is interchangeable. That is how Botox pricing and injectables start to feel like retail products instead of medical treatments.  Patients who choose a practice based only on price are also difficult to retain. They may come in for the promotion and leave as soon as another clinic advertises a better deal. You pay to acquire them, give up margin on the treatment, and still have no lasting customer relationship to show for it. Run the Numbers Before You Run the Promotion  A discount should never be approved simply because the calendar is slow or a competitor launched one. Before lowering the price, look at what the offer does to gross profit, cash flow, future capacity, and patient behavior. Promotional revenue can look impressive while the economics underneath it tell a very different story.  Calculate treatment margin after product cost, provider compensation, payment fees, and promotional spending  Measure how many discounted patients return and rebook at full price  Compare customer acquisition cost with patient lifetime value  Account for prepaid packages as future treatment obligations rather than immediate profit  Review inventory levels before promoting injectables or retail products  Determine whether the offer supports a broader treatment plan or only creates a one-time visit  Give the team clear language to explain value, outcomes, and next steps without relying on aggressive sales techniques  If the numbers only work when patients purchase more later, be honest about how often that actually happens. Upselling cannot carry the strategy when your intake, follow-up, and rebooking systems are not built to support it.  (00:05:43) Building lasting patient relationships (00:09:01) Setting confident pricing for services (00:10:40) Understanding value versus effort (00:15:21) Shifting from retail to patient focus (00:16:31) Improving client intake and planning (00:19:37) Identifying growth barriers for practices  Lead the Consultation With Medical Authority  A patient consultation should feel like clinical guidance, not a review of services and prices. Patients come to you because they want a result and need help understanding which treatments will get them there. When providers lead with patient education, set realistic expectations, and recommend a clear treatment plan, price becomes one part of the decision rather than the entire conversation.  This also creates a better patient experience. People are more likely to follow through, rebook, and trust future recommendations when they understand why the plan was created. Value-based pricing works when the practice can clearly connect its expertise, care, and treatment strategy to the outcome the patient wants. Patient Loyalty Creates More Predictable Growth  Practices that depend on promotions often see the same pattern: a rush of cash, a crowded schedule, and then another dip. That volatility makes financial management harder because staffing, inventory management, and marketing decisions are being made around short-term spikes instead of reliable demand.  A medicine-first approach creates cleaner practice growth. Strong treatment plans, consistent rebooking, and better customer retention increase patient lifetime value and make cash flow easier to forecast. Over time, that stability gives you room to improve margins, invest in your team, and expand without constantly discounting the work that built your reputation. A med spa with medical authority and loyal patients has far more control over its pricing, profitability, and future.  Follow Shannon & Keep What You Earn:   Shannon Weinstein is the founder of a fractional CFO firm specializing in helping 7-figure aesthetics and wellness practices scale with clarity, cash flow, and confidence.  Shannon is committed to helping med spa owners understand, fix, and maximize their business's enterprise value, offering actionable advice and resources, including a popular free video series specifically for aesthetics practice owners.  Connect with Shannon: Fractional CFO Services and Executive Financial Review: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/ Connect with Shannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonweinstein  Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepWhatYouEarn  Listen on your favorite podcast app: https://pod.link/1580071347  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/  The information shared is for educational purposes only and is not individualized financial advice. Aesthetics practice owners should consult a qualified professional before implementing financial strategies discussed here. 

What determines how you make decisions? See how you can trust God and not fear when making decisions in your life as Tom Pounder shares. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below.If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

What determines how you make decisions? See how you can trust God and not fear when making decisions in your life as Tom Pounder shares. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below.If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

The Boston Red Sox and Washington Nationals officially kicked off trade deadline season, completing a straightforward one-for-one swap this past weekend. The Nationals sent third baseman Curtis Mead to the Red Sox in exchange for pitcher Connelly Early, with both teams addressing organizational needs by swapping young talent. The question now is: Which teams will be the next to make a deal before the August 3 trade deadline? On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down the deal, give credit to the Nationals for the long-term process that landed them the Red Sox left-hander, and wonder how Mead might fit in with Boston. They then recap both teams' victorious series from this past weekend, which saw the Red Sox take down the Toronto Blue Jays despite an impressive pitching performance from Dylan Cease, while the D-backs fell to the Nationals. Later in the show, Jake and Jordan are joined by Chicago White Sox pitcher Erick Fedde, who talks about his Pop-A-Shot dominance in the Texas Rangers' clubhouse and the success the White Sox have had thanks in part to the major contributions from Munetaka Murakami. The guys then recap the rest of the weekend's action, including the San Diego Padres possibly playing themselves out of trading Mason Miller, the Detroit Tigers possibly playing themselves into trading Tarik Skubal and the Los Angeles Dodgers failing to sweep the New York Mets in Queens.   1:18 - The Opener: Red Sox & Nats make a trade 21:31 - Successful weekend for both teams in the standings 27:30 - Erick Fedde talks Pop-A-Shot, White Sox success 44:48 - How Sweep It Is: Padres and Rays sweep 53:36 - Around The League: Tigers might be selling 57:01 - Dodgers fail to complete the sweep 1:01:07 - Turbo Mode: Weekend recap Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

When others doubt you, it makes it hard to want to keep going, but I believe entrepreneurs are resilient. In today's episode, we're discussing overcoming critics, haters, negativity, self doubt and what it looks like to have resiliency in your entrepreneurship journey.If you've ever felt like you are an outsider in your own industry or have face criticism and gossip that wasn't kind, you are in good company and this episode is for you.In This Episode You'll:Hear my own struggles with doubts and critics.Learn how to overcome those negative thoughts and opinions.Determine who is worth paying attention to.Find it quickly:00:20 - Overcoming Doubt & Critics00:53 - Navigating Negativity and Self-Doubt03:35 - The Entrepreneurial Journey: Doubts, Pivots, and Resilience06:36 - The Importance of Mental Fortitude in Business07:47-  Navigating Criticism and Embracing Your Path10:13 - The Power of Being Misunderstood and Staying True to Your CallingMore ways to connect:JOY MICHELLE INSTAGRAMWORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACHJOY MICHELLE CO. WEBSITERead the full show notes from today's episode HERE.If you're enjoying the content we're creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!Join Now >>CLICK HERE TO GET 30% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

Dr. Demartini is a world-renowned human behavior expert, philosopher and speaker. He has over 4 decades of research across multiple disciplines. His work has been described by students as the "most comprehensive body of work", "an extensive library of wisdom" and "wisdom of the highest and most valuable order" He's an internationally published author, a global educator and the founder of the Demartini Method, a revolutionary tool in modern psychology. His education curriculum ranges from personal growth seminars to corporate empowerment programs. He shares life, business, financial, relationship and leadership empowerment strategies and empowerment tools that have stood the test of time.   Today's episode is part of the 'best of' podcast series and first aired 28th March 2022 Shownotes: Brian's Business Mentorship: https://briankeanefitness.com/mentorship-and-business-coaching Brian's Mastermind The Circle: https://briankeanefitness.com/online-mastermind

⚖️ What Factors Determine Who Gets Custody of a Child? | Los Angeles Divorce ⚖️ Child custody decisions are not based on one single factor. In California, courts generally focus on what is in the child's best interests when determining custody arrangements. Factors such as each parent's relationship with the child, caregiving history, stability, and ability to support a healthy relationship with the other parent may all be considered. Understanding what courts look at can help parents prepare, communicate effectively, and create custody arrangements that prioritize their child's well-being.

Welcome to another episode of The Seven Figure Standard podcast, where today Mykie and Arash dive into one of their most highly requested topics: the essential reading list for developing a powerful money mindset. In this episode, Arash shares the foundational books that changed his trajectory, including classics like Think and Grow Rich, The Science of Getting Rich, Psycho-Cybernetics, and more, and explains why true transformation comes from moving beyond simply consuming information to consistently implementing what you learn. Tune in to hear his top reading recommendations, what it means to become intellectually involved, the role of faith in success, and how to avoid becoming a professional information gatherer so you can start taking action and creating real transformation.Key Points From This Episode:Today's topic of conversation: the best of the best money mindset books.The first mindset book that changes Arash's approach.His recommendation for someone getting started in mindset work.Arash's biggest takeaway from Think and Grow Rich.They dive into Arash's top five development and mindset books. A reading plan recommendation for each of the top five books. Why studying a book means getting intellectually involved. He explains why reading alone won't change you, but the implementation will. The importance of faith in success. Bulletproofing yourself against solely collecting information.What people miss when studying a book. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Think and Grow RichScience of Getting RichThe Power of AwarenessYou2: A High Velocity Formula for Multiplying Your Personal Effectiveness in Quantum LeapsPsycho-CyberneticsTransform!Success Through a Positive Mental AttitudeGod Works Through FaithVoss Coaching CoVoss Coaching Co on LinkedIn Voss Coaching Co on InstagramVoss Coaching Co on FacebookEmail Voss Coaching CoMykie Stiller on LinkedInMykie Stiller on Instagram Arash Vossoughi on LinkedInArash Vossoughi on YouTube

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Brad Barrett's daughter just graduated high school. She's heading to college in a few months. The number of times he'll see her for the rest of his life? Already countable. This realization—visceral and unavoidable—brought him back to a conversation that changed both his and Chris Hutchins' lives nearly four years ago: their interview with Bill Perkins about Die with Zero. Key Topics Introduction and Episode Impact 00:00:00 Brad and Chris reflect on the massive impact Bill Perkins' Die with Zero episode had on their lives and why they wanted to revisit it. Seasons of Life and Time Bucketing 00:05:30 Brad discusses how the concepts of seasons of life and time bucketing fundamentally changed his perspective, especially as his daughter prepares for college, highlighting the fleeting nature of time with loved ones. The Optimization Trap 00:12:00 Chris shares his struggle with over-optimization, particularly around travel planning and points maximization, and how he's been re-evaluating what he's actually optimizing for in life. Frugality as Superpower and Liability 00:18:45 The hosts debate whether frugality is still a superpower, discussing how the skill of spending shifts throughout different stages of financial independence. Running the Numbers on Withdrawal Rates 00:28:00 Chris shares research on annuity rates and the 4% rule, revealing that 96% of the time people never touch their principal and discussing more rational ways to hedge against financial risk. What Are You Optimizing For? 00:38:15 Both hosts dig into the fundamental question of what they're optimizing for—discussing the Tuesday Project, baseline fulfillment, and creating great average days versus one-off experiences. Time, Work, and Life Balance 00:47:00 Chris processes his struggle with filling all available time with work-adjacent activities and discusses the challenge of setting boundaries when you love what you do. Action Items and Future Plans 00:58:30 The hosts commit to specific actions inspired by the episode, including Chris's summer camp idea for families and Brad's commitment to create time bucket lists. Notable Quotes "You should fear wasting your life more than you fear running out of money." — Brad Barrett (quoting Bill Perkins) "Time is everything. My daughter just graduated high school. She's going to William & Mary in a couple months and again, you talk about seasons of life. Combining this with Tim Urban's The Tail End article, you realize time is running out." — Brad Barrett "I think frugality is a superpower at times and then it becomes a liability at times." — Brad Barrett "What I know for certain is every day I'm running out of time. So that's like a metaphysical certainty. You are running out of time." — Brad Barrett "I've gotten good at spending more when things aren't crazy expensive. Where I still struggle tremendously is when I feel like I'm paying for something that there's a reasonable way to get it for a better deal." — Chris Hutchins Key Takeaways Create a time bucket list: Identify experiences you want to have and assign them to specific age ranges when they would be most meaningful and feasible Calculate your real financial safety margin: Determine if you're using a 2%, 3%, or 4% withdrawal rate and whether that level of conservatism is preventing you from enjoying life now Identify your seasons of life priorities: What matters most in your current season? Kids, health, travel, career? Allocate time and resources accordingly Audit your optimization habits: Are you optimizing for the right things? Is maximizing credit card points costing you more in time and stress than it's worth? Plan one 'season-appropriate' experience: Book something that leverages your current life stage, whether that's a trip with young kids or an adventure that requires physical fitness Consider giving to your children now: If you plan to leave an inheritance, evaluate whether giving some portion during their 20s-30s would have more impact than waiting until…

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In this episode, Jason begins a new series on what happens when critical components are missing from an Integrated Production Control System. He explains how paradigms, mindsets, goals, system structure, and rules shape the way a construction project operates. When owners, designers, stakeholders, contracts, and company leaders are not aligned, even strong project teams can be forced into rushing, pushing, bureaucracy, and anti-lean behaviors. What you'll learn in this episode: Why the owner's perspective can determine how the entire project is managed. How misaligned mindsets create delays, conflict, and unstable working conditions. Why the goal of the system must prioritize people, quality, and finishing on time. How contracts, agreements, team structures, and legal requirements affect performance. Why restrictive project rules can prevent teams from implementing lean construction practices. Are you evaluating the project team's performance without first examining the system they are being asked to work within? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two

Shaun and Tiki break down the importance of the Yankees rotation if they want to make a deep playoff run.

On this episode of 'Numbers On The Board' - Kenny, Pierre, Mike and Darrick determine what direction these teams can go. Don't forget to LIKE and subscribe, we drop new episodes weekly! 0:00 - Intro 08:00 - Around The League 21:00 - Summer League 43:40 - Fan Questions 01:41:00 - Unplugged #NumbersOnTheBoard #NBA #Basketball #Hoops #NBAStats #NBAHistory #NBADebate #StatLine NBARankings #AllTime #GOAT #kot4q #kennybeecham #nbaplayoffs #nbafinalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Black, guest author, recounts how, in May 1959, the North Vietnamese leadership held a critical meeting in Hanoi to determine the future of their revolutionary struggle. While figures like Ho Chi Minh and Vo Nguyen Giapwere cautious about provoking the United States, Le Duan, the rigorous head of the Vietnamese Communist Party, pushed for a more militant approach to liberate the South. This period was heavily influenced by the Sino-Soviet split, with the Soviets advocating for caution and the Chinese encouraging a more adventurous path. Le Duan, who had experience commanding southern forces, argued that the Americans would eventually intervene and that the North needed to preemptively strike while the South Vietnamese army was weak. This strategic decision led to the construction of the Ho Chi Minh Trail, a complex network of infiltration routes through Laos and the high mountains. The US misunderstood the conflict's nature, viewing it through the lens of the Cold War and ignoring the intense drive for national independence that motivated the North. General Westmoreland famously omitted any mention of Le Duan in his 400-page memoir, illustrating how poorly the Americans understood their primary enemy. The Long Reckoning (1)

Today's listener is inspired to learn more about the “core emotional needs” of a potential customer, but isn't sure how to do it or what to do with the info. Are these needs always the same, or do they vary? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.Show notes: SideHustleSchool.comEmail: team@sidehustleschool.comBe on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questionsConnect on Instagram: @193countriesVisit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.comRead A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.comIf you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes.