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Peachtree Corners, GA City Manager Brian Johnson discusses some major topics shaping the future of Peachtree Corners. Brian explains why Technology Parkway is being reconfigured after years of autonomous vehicle testing and how advances in vehicle technology have made dedicated testing lanes unnecessary. The conversation also explores a recent City Council meeting that addressed a proposed modification to the 2 Sun Court mixed-use development and the city's decision to purchase the former CineBistro site at Town Center. Brian shares how the Opportunity Fund made the acquisition possible, why local control matters for such a prominent property, and how residents will have an opportunity to help shape its future use through community engagement and market research.Takeaways:Why Technology Parkway is being redesigned after years of autonomous vehicle testingHow Curiosity Lab helped attract companies like May Mobility to the regionWhat changes are being proposed for the Tucson Court mixed-use developmentHow the city balances density, retail requirements, and development conditionsWhy Peachtree Corners created its Opportunity FundThe reasoning behind the city's purchase of the former CineBistro propertyWhat adaptive reuse versus redevelopment could mean for Town CenterHow residents will help shape the future vision for one of the city's most important propertiesWhy local control gives the city more flexibility in guiding future developmentTimestamp:00:00:24 – Introduction and overview of recent City Council actions 00:01:41 – Reconfiguring Technology Parkway and the future of Curiosity Lab 00:06:11 – Autonomous vehicle testing, May Mobility, and evolving technology00:07:14 – 2 Sun Court development modification request and additional residential units 00:09:07 – Background on the original rezoning and changing market conditions00:13:17 – Trail connections, pedestrian improvements, and developer contributions00:16:07 – Mixed-use development requirements and retail space challenges 00:20:37 – How the city updated mixed-use regulations after previous development00:23:07 – Development standards, substantial conformance, and project oversight00:26:39 – The closure of CineBistro and its impact on Town Center00:29:14 – How changes in the theater industry affected CineBistro's viability00:31:01 – Why the city considered purchasing the property00:34:00 – Opportunity Fund, due diligence, and acquisition details00:35:47 – Future possibilities: adaptive reuse versus redevelopment00:38:41 – Community engagement and gathering public input on the site's future00:39:49 – Potential public-private partnerships and redevelopment opportunities00:43:41 – Local business opportunities and final thoughts on Town Center's future

Most athletes train hard. Few train smart enough to actually get faster, more powerful, and more explosive. In this episode, John Allan, DPT is joined by Dr. Josh Sproul to break down the science behind building real athleticism, from the stretch shortening cycle to French Contrast Training and accentuated eccentric loading. If you've been prioritizing concentric work and wondering why your vertical isn't moving, this episode is the answer. What we cover:Why movement competency has to come before power developmentHow to prime the nervous system for explosive outputWhy the eccentric phase is the most undertrained part of athleticismWhat it actually means to be comfortable being uncomfortable as an athleteCan you overtrain plyometrics, and what does the research say about the sweet spotWhether you're a clinician programming return-to-sport protocols, a coach building athletic development blocks, or an athlete trying to unlock a new ceiling, this episode gives you the framework and the science to do it right.Social Media:Rehab2PerformR2P AcademyEZVERT

Send us Fan MailWhat if everything you've been told about change, motivation, and stress is missing the most important piece — your brain?This week I'm joined by Lisa Riegel, educator by training, strategist by practice, and someone who has dedicated her career to translating brain science into language and tools that actually help people feel more self-aware, regulated, and in control. Lisa is the creator of the NeuroWell Framework and the Aspirations to Operations Commitment Framework, and whether she's working with Fortune 500 leaders, school systems, or individuals navigating their own lives, her message is the same: real change starts in the brain.In this conversation we cover so much ground, and I think you're going to find it as accessible and practical as I did. We talk about:Why 80% of the thinking happening in your brain right now is unconscious — and what that means for your behavior, your reactions, and your relationshipsMeet Bob and Harold — Lisa's brilliant, accessible way of explaining how your amygdala and thalamus work together to filter reality and trigger your stress responseThe four states of wakefulness (calm, alert, alarm, fear) and exactly what happens neurologically when you burn outWhy change is so hard — and why most change initiatives, in organizations and in our personal lives, fail before they even beginThe difference between outcome goals and action goals, and why that distinction is everythingWhy we don't know what our body feels like when we're happy — and a simple morning practice to start changing thatThe power of identifying not just what stresses you out, but why — and how uncovering the underlying fear gives you genuine self-controlWhy celebration is the most underused and misunderstood tool in leadership, parenting, and self-developmentHow to create your own resilient inner bubble in a world that feels increasingly out of controlLisa brings so much warmth and wisdom to this conversation, and her ability to take complex brain science and make it feel immediately usable is truly a gift. This one is for the leaders, the parents, the burnout survivors, and anyone who has ever wondered why they keep reacting in ways they don't intend to.Resources:Free Masterclass:  The Alchemy of the Perimenopause PortalAyurvedic Dosha Quick Reference GuideAbhyanga Self Massage GuideWeekend Nervous System ResetNourished For Resilience Workbook Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram

Most teams obsessing over token costs are measuring the wrong thing. The real savings from AI aren't in lines of code written faster. They're in the coordination overhead that disappears when fewer humans need to align before anything gets built.Chris Kelly, Head of Product at Augment Code, joins Rob to cover why prototypes have replaced specs, how agents enable dynamic team capacity the way cloud replaced over-provisioned servers, and what "good code" even means when your primary reader is an LLM.In this episode:Why coordination costs are the hidden savings of AI-assisted developmentHow agents make dynamic team capacity finally achievableWhat junior engineers actually need to know as abstraction layers keep risingHow self-improving agents could change incident response and code qualityHave someone you'd like to hear on the show? Reach out to us on X at @CircleCI!

In Part 2, Ray Power and Ian Babcock continue the conversation by diving into coaching methodology, player development systems, training environments, and the importance of continuing coach education.Ray breaks down why static drills and long lines hurt player development, why game-like environments matter, and how the best coaches constantly evolve their understanding of the game.The conversation also explores curriculum building inside clubs, balancing development with winning, and why coaches must continue learning if they truly want to help players grow long term.Key Talking PointsWhy dynamic training environments matterThe problem with line drills and stagnant sessionsTeaching players through game-like situationsWhy youth coaches must continue their educationBalancing club curriculum with coaching autonomyWinning versus long-term player developmentHow professional environments shape player mentalityWhy coaching styles must evolve over timeCreating environments that maximize touches and decision-makingThe importance of development-focused coaching cultureQuotes from Ray Power“Winning should never come at the expense of development.”“There is no room for set plays at the younger ages.”“If kids are standing in lines, they're not learning the game.”“Development happens in dynamic environments.”“You can wrap fitness, technique, and decision-making all into the game itself.”“The best coaches are constantly evolving.”“Coaching should never become cookie cutter.”“If you're not changing as a coach, you're falling behind.”“Players need a toolbox of experiences by the time they reach adulthood.”“The game itself should be the teacher whenever possible.”Connect with Ray Power

What happens when momentum starts building—but your systems, leadership structure, and culture aren't fully ready for what's next?In Episode 214 of the Fly on the Wall Podcast, I sit down with my friend RJ Johnson for a practical and strategic conversation on preparing your church for growth during major transitions.RJ is navigating two massive shifts at the same time: moving from portable to permanent and launching a second service. In this coaching session, we talk through the leadership, systems, and structural decisions that can either help a church grow—or cause momentum to stall.In this episode, we cover:The biggest mistakes churches make when launching a second service or moving into a new buildingWhy preparation matters more than excitementThe systems that often break when attendance suddenly growsHow to double down on assimilation before growth arrivesWhy leaders must shift from being the best player to becoming the best coachThe danger of culture dilution during seasons of rapid growthWhy churches must create more room for volunteers and leadership developmentHow to think beyond launch day and prepare for the next 90 days after momentum hitsWe also dive into leadership pipelines, volunteer structures, and why growing churches need to focus less on how many volunteers they have and more on how many they're actually using each Sunday.This conversation is packed with practical leadership insight for pastors preparing for growth, navigating transitions, or trying to steward momentum well.

The Great Metabolic Hijack: How Modern Food Is Rewiring Your BiologyOver the last 40 years, chronic disease has exploded in the United States.Type 2 diabetes.Pre-diabetes.Hypertension.Fatty liver.Abnormal lipids.Heart disease.Stroke.This didn't happen because humans suddenly became lazy.It happened because the food environment changed faster than our biology could adapt.In this episode of The Thrive Forever Fit Show, Jay Nixon breaks down what ultra-processed food actually is, how it alters metabolism, and why this is not a willpower problem but a metabolic signaling problem.This is not about fear.It's about awareness.And more importantly, it's about taking control back.In This Episode, Jay Covers:What Changed in the Last 40 YearsThe rise of ultra-processed, rapidly absorbable “food-like products”Why cheap starch and sugar became industrial ingredientsHow the grocery store shifted from food to engineered consumablesWhat Ultra-Processed Food Does Inside the BodyRapid glucose absorption and insulin spikesLiver fat accumulation and fatty liver developmentHow excess fructose drives metabolic dysfunctionWhy “empty calories” are not just empty but disruptiveThe Brain HijackHow hyper-palatable foods stimulate reward circuitsWhy fullness signals get overriddenWhy this is not about discipline but designJay references concerns raised by former FDA commissioner David Kessler, who questioned how industrial food ingredients entered the supply without adequate scrutiny.The Metabolic Cascade ExplainedIn this episode, you'll learn how repeated exposure to rapidly absorbable carbohydrates leads to:Elevated triglyceridesFat accumulation in the liverInsulin resistanceChronic inflammationCardiometabolic diseaseJay explains why cholesterol has been misunderstood and why metabolic overload, not dietary fat, is often the root driver.This Is Not About PerfectionOne of the most important messages in this episode:You are not broken.Your metabolism is responding appropriately to a modern environment it was never designed for.And the solution is not obsession.It's awareness and consistency.Practical TakeawaysJay outlines simple, actionable steps you can implement immediately:Add protein to every mealReplace one ultra-processed snack per day with whole foodRead ingredient labelsShop the perimeter of the grocery store more oftenStabilize blood sugar before chasing fat lossSmall upgrades.Repeated daily.That's how metabolic health is rebuilt.Why This Episode MattersMetabolic disease does not happen overnight.It develops through repeated signals that tell your body to store, inflame, and protect.When you change the signals, you change the outcome.This episode is your wake-up call and your roadmap forward.If You're Ready to Go DeeperIf this episode resonated with you and you're ready to take control of your metabolic health, learn more about the Thrive Metabolic Blueprint and how personalized bloodwork analysis and strategic implementation can accelerate your progress.Because awareness is powerful.But implementation changes everything.

What if the geometry of the cube was a transient aspect of you before you were even an embryo?In this episode of the Sacred Geometry mini-series, Joanne explores the hexahedron: the geometry of earth, embodiment, and the earliest sacred geometric patterns of human form… You'll discover:Why the cube appears briefly during the earliest human developmentHow the body grows through geometric patterns rather than mechanical onesThe deeper symbolic meaning of “earth” within sacred geometryHow fascia carries memory, responsiveness, and formWhat sacred geometry reveals about the intelligence of life itselfJoanne also explores the tension between the rounded, adaptive nature of living bodies and the straight-lined world we have built around ourselves, and why understanding this changes the way we think about movement, embodiment, and human design.This episode is part of an ongoing series exploring the five platonic solids and their relationship to fascia, movement, awareness, and embodied human experience.

In this Mind Architect × ParentED Fest conversation, Dr. Gordon Neufeld explains why peer orientation — not independence — is the real risk facing today's teenagers, and what parents can do about it.Dr. Gordon Neufeld is one of the world's leading developmental psychologists, with over 50 years of experience working with adolescents, families, and youth in the juvenile justice system. He is the founder of the Neufeld Institute and the author of the bestselling book Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers (co-authored with Dr. Gabor Maté).The host of the conversation is Diana Bălan — Neufeld Institute representative, founder of Urban Mowgli, and co-founder of ParentED Fest — joining us to explore:Myths about older children's needs and relationship responsibility in parentingHow to reconnect when you feel you've lost your teenager's heartWhy emotional maturity has nothing to do with age, education or IQAddiction as a "flight from vulnerability" and what true prevention looks likeThe connection between critical thinking and emotional developmentHow screens, social media, and AI quietly displace the relationships our children needSexuality, peer pressure, and the disappearance of critical thinking in adolescenceWhy conflicting feelings are actually a sign of emotional maturityResources mentioned: Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers — by Gordon Neufeld & Gabor MatéNeufeld Institute - Dr. Neufeld's educational platform offering courses on attachment-based development for parents and educatorsSigmund Freud on the relationship between Attachment and SexualityAbraham Maslow about "on the other hand" thinking as a marker of cognitive maturityCarl Rogers' unconditional positive regard as an analogy for AI's behaviorAristotle on humans as esentially relational creaturesWilliam Golding's Lord of the Flies as an analogy for today's hyper-polarized world, as influenced by screens and social media Acest episod este produs și distribuit cu susținerea LIDL România și face parte din colaborarea cu ParentEd Fest, cel mai mare festival dedicat parentingului de la noi din țară."(00:00) Intro""(02:04) Welcome and guest introduction""(05:31) Myth-busting: older children do NOT stop needing their parents""(09:10) Who is primarily responsible for the parent-child relationship""(11:45) Peer orientation: what happens when we lose our kids""(17:30) Why emotional maturity has nothing to do with age""(19:30) Where to start rebuilding the relationship with a teenager""(21:57) Why parenting is not primarily a role or a set of responsibilities""(23:44) Addiction as a 'flight from vulnerability'""(26:20) How to prevent teenagers falling into addiction traps""(29:49) How do we recognize a relational problem with our teen""(31:23) The lost skill of grieving: feeling the hole""(37:19) School, ADHD suspicions and the disappearance of curiosity""(39:45) Critical thinking: why it can't be taught and its basis in emotion""(46:02) How screens hijack our need for togetherness""(49:41) AI, the rise of 'artificial intimacy' and becoming emotionally insulated""(52:08) Healthy sexuality as a glove on attachment, not the opposite""(55:35) Tolerating differences and conflicting feelings as a sign of maturity""(57:08) Gordon Neufeld's message to parents: YOU are the answer"

Most children aren't struggling because they lack intelligence. They're struggling because they're trapped inside a system that was never designed to develop their genius.In this powerful conversation, Kellan sits down with Houlie Duquet, founder of Homeschool To Go, to unpack why traditional education is failing so many families — and what personalized, purpose-driven learning could look like instead.From entrepreneurship and emotional intelligence to homeschooling, bilingual education, AI, and the future of learning, this episode challenges everything we've been taught about success, intelligence, and what children actually need to thrive.Houlie shares how her frustration as a teacher inside elite institutions led her to build a completely new model of education — one centered around family, individuality, creativity, and personal development.This isn't just a conversation about school.It's a conversation about the future of humanity.Key Takeaways:Why one-size-fits-all education fails childrenThe connection between entrepreneurship and personal developmentHow parents shape exceptional studentsWhy homeschooling is growing rapidlyThe future of education in the age of AIDeveloping a child's “genius area”Emotional intelligence and project-based learningWhy entrepreneurs are more open to homeschoolingBuilding confidence in parents who want to homeschoolCommunity, influence, and raising grounded childrenWhy personalized education may become the futureTurning criticism into business growth

Brandon Cobb joins this week's episode to break down land development and investing. He shares practical strategies for making money, insights on working with national builders, his perspective on the future of neighborhood design, and how to get started in development today.Full Description / Show Notes:Brandon's history and career backroundWhat made him want to get started in land developmentHow he determines what makes good investments or notFavorite projects he's worked onHow to build relationships with national buildersWhat the future of neighborhood design looks likeBest advice for someone who wants to get started in land investment

What does a Chamber of Commerce actually do—and how does it impact a city like Winona, Minnesota?In this episode of the Brews & Cruise Podcast, host Chris Jacobson sits down with Christie Ransom, President & CEO of the Winona Area Chamber of Commerce, to break down how the Chamber supports local businesses, organizes major community events, and plays a key role in downtown development and economic growth in Winona, MN.We dive into popular Winona events like Crazy Days, Parade of Trucks, Streets & Treats, Big Muddy, Leadership Winona, and more, along with the Chamber's involvement in housing, new business growth, and revitalizing the downtown corridor.If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or local resident interested in small town growth, economic development, and how Chambers of Commerce work, this episode gives you a full behind-the-scenes look.

In this episode, Garima Kapoor, co-founder and co-CEO of Min.io, shares insights into how storage infrastructure is evolving in response to AI, cloud, and enterprise needs. She offers a clear view of the market dynamics, innovative trends, and the strategic role of open-source technology in shaping the future.Key topics:The origins and motivation behind Min.io's developmentHow data growth influences storage strategies and the shift toward hybrid and private cloudsThe impact of AI on storage infrastructure and workloadsCompetitive landscape with giants like AWS, Azure, GCP, and the rise of Neo CloudsThe importance of open standards for application portability and data gravityEvolving customer adoption: from open source developer community to enterprise salesThe role of AI in accelerating product development, coding, and organizational decision-makingHow AI's rapid evolution is shifting the fundamentals of skills and fundamentals for engineersFuture market opportunities: exponential growth in storage needs driven by AI and IoTTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Garima Kapoor and Min.io00:31 - Motivation behind starting Min.io & market needs for object storage01:07 - The founding story and personal drivers for creating Min.io02:13 - Data growth drivers and the importance of data proximity over cloud location03:05 - Business landscape: cloud vs. on-premises and hybrid environments04:01 - Data migration challenges and promoting application portability06:10 - Early product-market fit through open source and developer community growth07:19 - Enterprise adoption journey from open source to cloud-native architecture08:17 - Customer acquisition strategies blending bottom-up developer growth and enterprise sales09:27 - Competing with Amazon, Microsoft, Google in the cloud storage space11:33 - Impact of AI on storage: demand, infrastructure evolution, and market timing12:51 - Min.io's advantage in AI workloads due to cloud-native architecture13:21 - Penetration of AI in storage: training, inferencing, and data utilization15:01 - AI for enterprise applications: storage, models, and data lakes16:26 - Neo Clouds and their role in GPU-optimized storage architectures18:58 - The increasing demand for object storage driven by AI and data creation21:02 - The effect of AI coding tools on product development speed and engineering skills23:36 - Internal AI-driven solutions for operational efficiency24:44 - The role of AI in reducing reliance on SaaS tools and infrastructure security27:22 - Managing costs and building for the future in AI investment and storage29:01 - The opportunity cost of tokens and AI-driven productivity gains31:00 - Skills for early engineers in an AI-enabled future33:32 - Min.io's next steps and market expansion plans34:36 - The paradigm shift: every business becoming AI and data-driven by 2026Resources & Links:Connect with Garima Kapoor:⁠Min.io Official Website⁠⁠Garima Kapoor - LinkedIn⁠⁠OpenAI⁠⁠NVIDIA GDC Announcements on Object Storage⁠⁠Nataraj's previous interview on startup infrastructure⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠Twitter⁠

In this episode, we explore how students and staff at Downe House came together to run the London Landmarks Half Marathon, raising over £17,000 for Tommy's charity. Hear from students and staff about the planning, training, and community spirit behind this inspiring event.Key topics: Hettie, Head Girl, shares how she organised the school's participation and fundraising effortsInsights into the training process from Olivia and Violet Rose, including the Couch to 5K programmeThe emotional and practical experiences from race day, capturing the energy and community supportThe strategic charity choice — supporting women through Tommy's during challenging pregnancies and birthsThe impact of such events on school community, leadership skills, and student confidenceStaff reflections on the significance of fundraising and community engagement for student developmentHow student-led initiatives like this leave lasting legacies and life skills beyond schoolLinks: https://www.tommys.org

You keep being told ADHD is genetic, but part of you suspects something in your environment is making it worse.In this next episode of the Research Recap Series Skye and Will (Hacking Your ADHD) discuss research on environmental exposure and ADHD-related behaviors.Together they explore what the science suggests about how certain chemicals may influence attention, impulsivity, and neurodevelopment. The focus stays on association, not certainty, and what that means in practice.The conversation also breaks down how to think about risk without spiraling. What matters. What is still unclear. And how to approach this without adding more pressure.What We CoverWhy research is shifting toward ADHD symptoms, not just diagnosisThe possible role of environmental exposure alongside geneticsWhat endocrine disruptors do and why they matter for brain developmentHow to interpret early-stage research without overreactingThe gap between scientific findings and everyday decision makingWant more of Will's work?Visit HackingYourADHD.com or subscribe to his YouTube channel. P.S. If your ADHD symptoms turn every business day into chaos, with unfinished tasks piling up and revenue stuck, it's not you. It's your operating system. Click here to book an operational strategy session with Skye. 

This episode breaks down how the early years SHAPE the brain without the fear based parenting messaging.We talk about how a child's brain is built through relationships, play, and emotional experiences, and why your presence matters more than perfection. From handling big toddler emotions, to supporting kids who aren't talking yet, to understanding how your own stress impacts your child's nervous system, this conversation helps moms focus on what truly makes a lifelong difference.In this episode, we talk about:What people mean when they say early childhood shapes brain developmentHow toddler brain development is shaped by relationships and daily interactionsReleasing parenting pressure while still supporting healthy emotional developmentThe powerful things happening in early childhood that parents often underestimateSimple at-home rhythms that support emotional regulation in toddlersHow to raise emotionally intelligent kids starting in toddlerhoodEmotional validation vs over-validating toddler emotionsEveryday parenting moments that shape a child's emotional brainHow to support emotional development in babies and toddlers who aren't talking yetHow a parent's mood, stress, and nervous system affect a child's developing brainWhy play is critical for brain development, connection, and emotional resilienceHow play builds emotional intelligence in early childhoodSimple daily ways to build strong, resilient, emotionally healthy kidsThis episode is a must-listen for moms of babies and toddlers who want to support healthy brain development, emotional intelligence, and secure attachment — without spiraling into parenting perfectionism.----------------------------------------------------------------------------IMPORTANT LINKS•✨ Join our Mom Club on Patreon HERE ✨

The IPL is in full swing, and Pathum Nissanka is proving he belongs on the world stage with some high-quality knocks for the Delhi Capitals. But while our stars shine abroad, a storm is brewing back home.In this episode of Cricket Smash with Mark Machado and Dominic Machado, we break down: 

Last year, we recorded an episode on whether "self-directed learning" is a myth. In this week's episode of The Mindtools L&D Podcast, we ask how we can create an environment where this behavior thrives. Ross G and Cammy are joined by Stella Collins to discuss: What needs to be in place for self-directed learning to flourish? How can L&D pros create this ecosystem? What are the biggest barriers to self-directed learning? During the discussion, we mentioned action learning sets. We also referenced our 'Building Better Managers' report, Amy Edmondson's book The Kind of Wrong, and the CRAFT framework. Stella's books are: Neuroscience for Learning and Development: How to apply neuroscience and psychology for improved learning and training The Learning Organisation: Using self-directed learning to drive workforce engagement and performance Stella also discussed the book Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds and Shape Our Futures, by Merlin Sheldrake. In 'What I Learned This Week', Ross discussed the current trend for placing bets on world events. For more from Stella, see stellacollins.com. For more from Mindtools Kineo, visit mindtools.com or kineo.com. There, you'll also find details of our Learning Management Systems, Content Hub for leaders and managers, and custom learning design service - including AI skills development! You can also email us at custom@mindtools.com. Like the show? You'll LOVE our newsletter! Subscribe to The L&D Dispatch at lddispatch.com Connect with our speakers     If you'd like to share your thoughts on this episode, connect with us on LinkedIn: Ross Garner Cammy Bean Stella Collins

I've been saying for years that marketing is increasingly visual — whether it's social media, YouTube, websites, or even AI-generated content. But most of us aren't designers, and we're winging it when it comes to visual branding. My guest today is Jim MacLeod, author of The Visual Marketer, and he's someone I've known for about a decade — back when I co-founded the Social Tools Summit and invited him to speak about visual social media from a B2B perspective. Jim has a rare combination of graphic design expertise and deep marketing strategy knowledge, and in this conversation he breaks down how to think about visual identity from a customer-first perspective, why consistency matters more than creativity when building your brand, and how to align your visual content strategy with actual customer research. Whether you're a solopreneur designing your own graphics in Canva or a marketing leader managing a creative team, this episode will change how you think about the visuals that represent your business.KEY TOPICS:Jim's career path from graphic designer to B2B marketing strategist at Extreme NetworksWhy designers who understand the end customer produce dramatically better marketing assetsHow to develop a visual brand identity that resonates with your audience, not just looks goodThe importance of customer research and focus groups in shaping your brand identityWhy consistency matters more than creativity — and when to resist the urge to rebrandRepurposing visual content: building a content calendar around a pillar piece with pre- and post-promotionWhen to brand heavily vs. when to keep it subtle (thought leadership vs. solution content)Applying lean startup thinking to visual content strategy and product developmentHow people visually move through an image and why that matters for engagementTools and approaches for non-designers to create effective visual marketingRESOURCES & LINKS:The Visual Marketer by Jim MacLeod —https://amzn.to/4vc1BWn Visual Marketer website: https://visualmarketer.coJim MacLeod's website: https://jimmacleod.comJim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmacleodLearn More:Buy Digital Threads: https://nealschaffer.com/digitalthreadsamazonBuy Maximizing LinkedIn for Business Growth: https://nealschaffer.com/maximizinglinkedinamazonJoin My Digital First Mastermind: https://nealschaffer.com/membership/ Learn about My Fractional CMO Consulting Services: https://nealschaffer.com/cmoDownload My Free Ebooks Here: https://nealschaffer.com/books/Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/nealschafferAll My Podcast Show Notes: https://podcast.nealschaffer.com

What does a full day in a soccer residency program actually look like—and how is it different from the traditional youth soccer model?In Part 2 of this conversation, Ian Babcock and Erin Medina go deeper into Alpha Forms Residency, breaking down the daily schedule, training structure, and how education is integrated into player development.They cover everything from strength and conditioning, recovery, and individualized learning, to how families should evaluate if this type of environment is the right fit for their child.This episode is about understanding the details—what really happens behind the scenes, and what it takes to build a complete player.Key Talking PointsA full breakdown of a typical residency day (training + school + training)Why many players reduce evening team trainingThe role of strength and conditioning in youth developmentImportance of recovery (cold tubs, compression, load management)Weekly training structure and load management for playersScience-based training methods and cognitive developmentHow individualized learning works in the classroomSupporting players with different academic needsBuilding culture: family environment, accountability, and standardsWhy parents must choose what's right for their child—not the systemQuotes from Erin Medina“We're focusing on all the pieces—not just soccer.”“There's so much science behind how the kids move and train.”“Fridays are all about recovery—getting ready for the weekend.”“The model is about balance.”“It's not for every kid—and that's okay.”“You have to choose what's right for your child.”“We evaluate every player individually—academically and athletically.”“Smaller environments allow kids to thrive.”“The goal is a full-circle development environment.”“It's our job to show you why you should choose us.”Connect with Alpha Forms / Erin MedinaFORMS RESIDENCY

Most trumpet players are waiting for a breakthrough—but real progress doesn't happen in leaps. It happens in small, incremental changes that compound over time. In this episode, we explore what it actually means to improve, how competition can distort your relationship with the instrument, and why the players who last are the ones who stay connected to it.HighlightsWhy “practice makes perfect” is misleadingThe difference between immediate improvements and long-term developmentHow small adjustments compound into real progressNathaniel Mayfield on competition, burnout, and stepping awayRebuilding a healthy relationship with the trumpetClark Terry's approach to communication and longevityTrumpeter You've Probably Never Heard of, But Should HaveClark Terry – A master of effortless communication on the trumpet, known for his warmth of sound, rhythmic clarity, and decades-long career spanning Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and the NBC Tonight Show Band. His philosophy—imitate, assimilate, innovate—remains a cornerstone of musical development.Precision. Power. Purpose. Unmistakable Energy.Visit https://aretebrass.com to learn more.#Trumpet #TrumpetPlayer #Brass #MusicEducation #Practice #Musicianship #Jazz #ClarkTerry #AreteBrass #LetsTalkTrumpet

Growing a professional services business often starts the same way: scrappy teams, generalists wearing multiple hats, and a lot of momentum driven by energy rather than structure.In this episode of The Handbook, Harv sits down with Alex Bodini, CEO of Spin Brands, to unpack how Spin evolved from a grassroots social media shop into a multi-entity group of 100+ people. Rather than waiting for a crisis to force change, Alex and his co-founder made a conscious decision to professionalize the business so they could attract bigger clients, better talent, and more ambitious opportunities. They walk through the operational shifts that helped Spin move from “proper scrappy” to a more mature organization – and the cultural tensions that inevitably come with that transition.Here's what we dive into:Why bringing in a proper finance director changed far more than reporting – from pricing and scoping to forecasting and recoveryThe role HR played in moving from informal “touchy-feely” people management to structured career paths, policies, and developmentHow hiring experienced specialists elevated the quality of work – even if not every senior hire worked outWhy investing in senior-level marketing helped Spin build credibility and compete for bigger clientsWhat a chairman can bring to a founder-led business – accountability, perspective, and bigger strategic thinkingThe trade-offs between the fun, chaotic “old Spin” culture and the more structured, scalable “new Spin”Alex is refreshingly honest about the reality of transformation. Some hires didn't work out. Cultural change created tension. And the journey took far longer than expected.But the result is a business with stronger foundations – one that's now scaling through acquisitions and positioning itself for the next stage of growth.If you're navigating that transition from scrappy startup to grown-up, mature organization, there's a lot in Alex's story that will feel very familiar.Additional Resources:

You've done the work. Meditated, journaled, shadow-worked your way through half a bookshelf. So why does the same frustration, the same anger, the same stuck feeling keep showing back up? Turns out, it's not a willpower problem. It's a filing system problem.Episode Overview Blaise Kennedy is a consciousness guide and teacher who got here the hard way. At 24, he hit a wall in drug addiction treatment and did something most people wouldn't: instead of just getting better and moving on, he got relentlessly curious about why standard answers weren't working. What emerged isn't philosophy. It's a practical, embodied framework that weaves together consciousness, nervous system science, trauma integration, and relational healing.In this conversation, Karen, Will and Blaise go deep on why your insight isn't translating into lived change, and what it actually takes to get it to stick.What You'll Discover in This EpisodeWhy your body has been storing unresolved experiences you thought you'd already dealt with. and why "thinking through" emotions isn't the same as processing themThe vertical dimension of presence most people have never been taught, and how reconnecting to it changes everythingWhy feeling your frustration more (not solving it) is often the actual path forwardThe surprising reason isolation almost always slows your growth down, and what the Olympics have to do with spiritual developmentHow somatic therapy and Eastern meditation are on a collision course, and why that's actually great news for your healingWhy Blaise believes we're in the middle of a collective awakening that's making breakthroughs more accessible than ever beforeThe Big Idea Blaise makes a compelling case that most of us aren't stuck because we're broken or unready. We're stuck because we've been trying to clean out the office without ever opening the drawers. The body stores what the mind skips over, and until your consciousness and your nervous system are working as one unified system, insight just floats.Listen, Then Reflect If you've ever felt spiritually fluent but personally stuck, this episode is the explanation you've been looking for. Give it a listen, then ask yourself: what might be in the drawers you haven't opened yet?Connect with BlaiseWebsite:https://www.blaisekennedy.com/media-podcasts/tsmInstagram: @blaisehereFacebook: @blaisehereYouTube: @blaisehereThe Skeptic Metaphysicians is a spiritual awakening podcast for open-minded thinkers who refuse to check their critical thinking at the door. Each episode explores consciousness expansion, enlightenment, soul purpose, and soul growth through honest, grounded conversation with leading voices in metaphysics, psychic phenomenon, quantum healing, and beyond. We dive deep into spiritual awakening, ascension, alignment, and the awakening process without the dogma. From mediumship and spirit guides to Arcturian contact, astrology, and the subconscious mind, we explore it all with curiosity, humor, and zero guru worship. Whether you're in the middle of your own awakening, questioning reality, or just spiritually curious, this is the podcast for seekers and skeptics alike.Subscribe, Rate & Review!If you found this episode enlightening, mind-expanding, or even just thought-provoking (see what we did there?), please take a moment to rate and review us. Your feedback helps us bring more transformative guests and topics your way!Connect with Us: 

Fostering Belonging and Leading with Authenticity - Insights from Gina CasazzaIn this episode, Gina Casazza shares powerful lessons on leadership, belonging, and embracing failure as a growth tool. Her story highlights how authentic leadership can transform teams and personal fulfillment. Whether you're in a corporate setting or on a personal growth journey, Gina's insights provide a blueprint for creating environments where everyone feels seen and valued.Main topics covered:The reframe of failure as a lesson, not a flawHow belonging is about authenticity, not fitting inPractical steps to lead from the front and foster true belongingManaging emotions to make rational decisions under pressureThe importance of self-awareness in leadership and lifeHow to turn setbacks into opportunities for growthThe role of purpose and passion in aligning work with personal fulfillmentIn this episode:Gina shares her unconventional journey from Navy SEAL training to children's author and nonprofit founderThe importance of living out loud and taking risks without attachment to specific outcomesThe concept that success isn't solely financial but includes meaningful life experiencesThe significance of leading by example to foster an environment of trust and opennessPractical tips for managing emotions during high-stakes situations, including legal challenges and business setbacksThe power of intentional self-reflection and awareness in leadership developmentHow embracing vulnerability encourages boldness and innovation in teamsKeywords:Leadership, Belonging, Failure, Success, Personal Growth, Authenticity, Inclusion, Motivation, Self-Development, Empowerment leadership, emotional intelligence, team building, failure, growth, belonging, risk-taking, self-awarenessWATCH ON YOUTUBE!Chapters00:00 - Introduction and Gina's background in leadership and storytelling02:04 - Reframing failure as lessons for growth04:37 - The importance of emotional freedom and letting go of end states07:08 - Success beyond money: creating a life worth remembering10:01 - The story of writing her children's book in Joshua Tree12:19 - Belonging isn't about fitting in: embracing authenticity13:46 - Leadership lessons from Navy SEAL training15:35 - The making of Cosmo the alien and its message for belonging18:09 - Practical ways to foster belonging in organizations19:17 - Leading by example: managing emotions and self-awareness23:13 - The necessity of risk-taking and failing forward26:29 - Learning from emotional reactions and handling legal challenges33:16 - Strategies for staying rational under pressure34:41 - Final thoughts on growth, leadership, and authenticityResources & Links:Gina Casazza  – Connect with GinaGina's children's book about belonging and self-acceptance

Texas has emerged as a frontrunner in President Trump's push for U.S. dominance in artificial intelligence and is poised to become the nation's top data center market. With data centers rapidly scaling across Texas, the state is emerging as a bellwether for the nation—highlighting how rapid, resource intensive AI-driven growth can outpace infrastructure planning and strain limited resources.  In this second episode of our series on how present choices in water, energy and growth will shape the future in Texas, host Duke Reiter is joined by water policy expert Dr. Margaret Cook of the Houston Advanced Research Center and Texas Monthly contributor Christopher Collins to explore:  Why state-level water policy may struggle to keep pace with rapid industry changes  How energy and water demands are conjoined in data infrastructureHow state and local legislators can support transparency in data center developmentHow unregulated competition between industries and communities over constrained resources can go wrong  Relevant Articles and Resources “A Conservative Cowboy Town Embraces the AI Revolution” (Texas Monthly, February 2026)   “Thirsty Data and the Lone Star State: The Impact of Data Center Growth on Texas' Water Supply” (Houston Advanced Research Center, January 2026)  “How Americans view data centers' impact in key areas, from the environment to jobs” (Pew Research Center, March 2026) “Texas regulators will ask data centers to being reporting their water usage” (KXAN, March 2026) “Texans are demanding their local governments push pause on data centers. Can they?” (KWTX, February 2026)  “Questions about electricity, water use swirl Stargate data center in Abilene” (Abilene Reporter News, October 2025)  Relevant Ten Across Conversations Podcasts  Part One: Can Texas Drought-Proof Its Economic Miracle?  AI Series: Balancing AI Infrastructure Resource Demands  CreditsHost: Duke ReiterWritten and produced by: Taylor GriffithEdited by: Kate CarefootResearch and support provided by: Rae Ulrich, Kelly Saunders, Maya Chari, and Sabine Butler   Guest Bios:  Christopher Collins is a freelance writer, editor, and Texas Monthly contributor based in Abilene, Texas.  Margaret Cook is vice president of water and community resilience at the Houston Advanced Research Center and the author of a new white paper, entitled “Thirsty Data and the Lone Star State: The Impact of Data Center Growth on Texas' Water Supply.” With a doctorate in civil engineering, a masters in environmental and water resources engineering, and a bachelors in civil engineering, she is among the first in the state of Texas to quantify and recommend legislation for addressing current and projected data center water demands.  

What if your best marketing asset isn't another campaign—but the knowledge already sitting inside your company?In this episode, Katie Robinson shares how a simple effort to organize project data evolved into a firm-wide knowledge management program that transformed marketing, improved proposals, accelerated employee development, and even reduced insurance premiums. What started with binders on a closet floor eventually became a strategic advantage for the entire firm.  Katie explains how marketing and knowledge management can work together to unlock better storytelling, stronger positioning, and smarter strategy. The lesson is simple but powerful: when your data and expertise are accessible, marketing becomes proactive instead of reactive.What you'll learn in this episode:Why marketing and knowledge management should work together inside a firmHow organizing internal data can dramatically improve proposals and marketing materialsA simple way to start capturing institutional knowledge—even with basic tools like ExcelHow one firm increased usable project data from 20% to over 95%Why assigning “data managers” to projects improved both accuracy and employee developmentHow better data can unlock proactive marketing instead of reactive marketingWhy storytelling becomes stronger when you combine beautiful visuals with real performance dataHow internal data ended up benefiting departments far beyond marketingAbout Katie RobinsonKatie Robinson is the Chief Marketing Officer at LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm with offices across the Southeast United States. With more than two decades at the firm, Katie has helped guide LS3P through significant growth while building innovative systems that connect marketing, knowledge management, and business strategy.Her work focuses on capturing the knowledge inside the firm—project data, performance metrics, and team expertise—and turning it into compelling stories that resonate with clients and strengthen the firm's competitive position.Katie oversees both the marketing and knowledge management teams at LS3P, enabling the firm to combine data, insight, and storytelling in a way that helps projects stand out long before the proposal stage.Connect with Katie:LinkedInLS3P WebsiteText us what you think about this episode!

On this episode of I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman, host Luis Guzman sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and author Luis Omar Figueroa, a Bronx-born business leader who turned real estate and mortgage lending into a powerful vehicle for opportunity, ownership, and generational change. What starts as a conversation about business quickly unfolds into a deeper look at mindset, resilience, financial literacy, and the responsibility that comes with success.Growing up in the Bronx, Luis Omar Figueroa witnessed firsthand the economic limitations and cultural narratives that often shape the way people think about money, work, and opportunity. Instead of accepting those limits, he carved out his own lane. After entering the mortgage industry in the early 2000s, he faced one of the toughest tests an entrepreneur could experience: the 2008 housing market crash. While many left the industry, he stayed, adapted, and built the foundation for what would eventually become Hudson Group Realty, along with a reputation as a trusted voice in lending and real estate strategy.Throughout the conversation, Luis and Omar dive into the realities behind entrepreneurship that rarely get talked about openly. They discuss the immigrant mindset around work and sacrifice, the pressure that comes with leadership, and the importance of learning how to balance ambition with personal well-being. Omar shares powerful stories about building his career without mentors in the industry, learning complex financial systems on the fly, and discovering that ownership—both financially and mentally—is one of the most powerful tools anyone can develop.The episode also explores the idea that success isn't just about money. It's about legacy. Omar speaks candidly about fatherhood, guiding his three sons, and the responsibility he feels to change the narrative for the next generation. He explains how breaking cycles of scarcity thinking and replacing them with education, strategy, and confidence can transform not just individual lives, but entire families.Listeners will hear real talk about the emotional side of business, including dealing with stress, navigating setbacks, and maintaining clarity when life throws unexpected challenges your way. The conversation also highlights how community, mentorship, and exposure to new environments can unlock potential that many people don't realize they have.Some of the powerful topics explored in this episode include:The mindset shift from survival to ownershipLessons from the 2008 housing crash and how resilience shapes entrepreneursWhy financial literacy is critical for building generational wealthBreaking cultural narratives that limit growth and opportunityThe role of mentorship, exposure, and community in long-term successBalancing ambition, family life, and personal developmentHow real estate can become a vehicle for stability and financial growthWhat makes this episode special is the honesty. Both Luis Guzman and Luis Omar Figueroa share personal stories about struggle, family dynamics, and the internal battles that come with trying to build something bigger than yourself. It's a conversation that blends entrepreneurship, personal development, and cultural identity into a powerful message about taking control of your life and your future.If this conversation resonates with you, make sure to follow I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe so you never miss an episode featuring entrepreneurs, creatives, and leaders sharing the real stories behind their success.You can also connect with Luis Guzman and stay updated on upcoming guests, events, and podcast clips by following the show on Instagram and TikTok at @imanartistnotasalesman. Sharing the episode, leaving a review, and spreading the message helps the podcast continue bringing meaningful conversations to the community.

One of the most common mistakes schools make is confusing a resource with a curriculum.A textbook gets adopted. A program is purchased. A shiny new initiative is rolled out.And suddenly everyone says, “Great… we have a curriculum.”But that's not curriculum.In this episode, Darrin sits down with Emily Makelky from the Curriculum Leadership Institute (CLI) to unpack what curriculum actually means and why empowering teachers to lead curriculum development can transform how schools serve students.Drawing on years of classroom experience and consulting with districts across the country, Emily shares how leaders can move beyond resource adoption and build sustainable curriculum systems that reflect their community, their teachers, and their students.The conversation also explores how leadership teams can prioritize curriculum work, avoid overwhelming teachers, and create structures that support long-term improvement.If you've ever wrestled with questions like “What should we really be teaching?” or “How do we align instruction across classrooms?” this episode offers practical insight for school and district leaders.In This EpisodeWhy a textbook is not a curriculumThe difference between resources and true curriculum alignmentHow schools can build local curriculum that reflects their communityWhy teacher voice and teacher leadership are essential in curriculum developmentHow leaders can create systems and routines that support curriculum workWhy going slow to go fast matters when implementing curriculum changesHow districts can create a long-range plan for curriculum developmentAbout Emily MakelkyJust like when she was in the classroom, Emily loves it when the “lightbulb” comes on for teachers.Combining her teaching experience with a foundation in business management, Emily now works as a consultant with the Curriculum Leadership Institute, helping schools and districts take a systematic approach to curriculum development and alignment.Emily's work focuses on helping educators clarify what should be taught, align instruction and assessment, and empower teachers to lead meaningful curriculum work within their schools.Resources Mentioned in the EpisodeCurriculum Leadership Institutehttps://www.cliweb.orgFree tools and resources (including the Long Range Plan template)https://www.cliweb.org/toolsandinspirationFree Long Range Planning Sessionhttps://calendly.com/d/3sk-z55-pg2/develop-your-long-range-planConnect with DarrinIf this episode resonated with you and you're looking for support in developing stronger leadership teams, clearer systems, and healthier school cultures, connect with Darrin.Website: https://darrinpeppard.com/Thank you to our Amazing SponsorsThis episode is sponored by DigiCoach, helping leaders capture real-time instructional data, provide meaningful feedback, and build clarity through strong systems. Go to digicoach.com and tell them you heard about them here on the Leaning into Leadership podcast for special partner pricing.This episode is also brought to you by HeyTutor, delivering high-impact, research-based tutoring that supports students while reducing leadership overwhelm. Connect with them at HeyTutor.com

In this episode of The Coach Dave Love Podcast, Dave and Matt explore two foundational concepts in motor learning: The Challenge Point Framework and Task Complexity. Understanding these principles is critical for designing practices that actually improve shooting performance rather than just looking productive.Dave and Matt discuss:What the Challenge Point Framework is and why it matters for shooting developmentHow to find the optimal level of difficulty for each playerThe relationship between task complexity and skill transferCommon mistakes coaches make when designing practice tasksHow to adjust challenge and complexity based on player skill level and training phaseThis episode will help you design more effective workouts by understanding when to increase difficulty, when to simplify, and how to match practice demands to your players' current capabilities.

What if your frustration, your child's struggle, or your career tension isn't something to fix — but something your soul is trying to tell you? In this deeply thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Eleanor Haspel-Portner — developmental psychologist, Jungian scholar, astrologer, and creator of Noble Energy Maps® — shares how subconscious energy patterns shape our lives, relationships, and parenting.With over 50 years of clinical experience, Dr. Eleanor explains:What it truly means to “live from soul”How emotional reactivity can transform into compassionWhy most personality tests and inventories are incompleteThe four worlds of consciousness and how they influence developmentHow to support children without overriding their intuitionWhy alignment matters more than achievementWe explore tantrums, intuition, clean questions, family energy, manifestation, faith, and what it looks like to honor your child's soul without losing your own.If you've ever wondered how to manifest your highest potential while staying grounded in family life — this episode bridges psychology and spirituality in a way that's both expansive and practical.Learn more About Dr. Eleanor and take the free four-world assessment at nobleenergywellness.com.Support The Mission:

Are saturated fats really dangerous? Is raw milk safe? What did traditional cultures know about nutrition that modern medicine forgot?In this powerful episode, David DeHaas of Living Waters Wellness Center interviews Sally Fallon Morell, president of the Weston A. Price Foundation, to uncover the science behind traditional diets, cod liver oil, raw milk, fat-soluble vitamins, and the hidden dangers of processed food and seed oils.Sally shares the origin story of the foundation, inspired by the groundbreaking research of Weston A. Price, whose global studies revealed that indigenous cultures consuming nutrient-dense traditional foods had strong immunity, excellent dental health, and vibrant fertility.David also shares his personal journey with mercury toxicity, vaccine injury recovery, detoxification, and how real food transformed his family's health.In This Episode, You'll Discover:The truth about raw milk safety and why many “lactose intolerant” people tolerate raw milkWhy traditional cultures prized butter, organ meats, egg yolks, and animal fatsThe importance of vitamins A, D, and K2 for immunity, fertility, and child developmentHow cod liver oil supports detox and immune functionThe dangers of industrial seed oils and ultra-processed foodsAsthma recovery stories linked to raw milkMercury toxicity, dental health, and detoxification insightsWhy the USDA dietary guidelines may not reflect ancestral nutritionSally also explains how to find safe raw milk sources and how the Weston A. Price Foundation has expanded access from just 30 raw milk sources nationwide to thousands today.If you're a parent concerned about nutrition, immunity, detoxification, and raising strong, healthy children — this episode is essential listening.About the Guest:Sally Fallon Morell is the founding president of the Weston A. Price Foundation and author of Nourishing Traditions. She has dedicated decades to researching and promoting nutrient-dense traditional diets that support detoxification, immune health, and generational vitality.Guest ResourcesRaw Milk Resources: https://www.realmilk.comWise Traditions Conference: Support the show Ready for your healing journey?Visit our website: www.LivingWatersCleanse.com Or give us a call at: (208) 378-9911Stem Cell Activation Patches:www.StemCellPatch.netGet your Supplements and Natural Body Products Here:www.livingwaterscleanse.com/supplementsQI-Shield EMF Devices:Protect your whole home or office with a touric shield from EMF's. 1. QI Shield Covers 16'x16' 2. QI Home Covers 50' x 50' 3. QI Max Covers 250'x250'Click on link and enter Livingwaters in discount code section during checkout Magnesium Soaks:Follow us on our socials: Living Waters Wellness CenterBitChute: www.bitchute.com/livingwaterswellnessRumble: www.rumble.com/l...

Hard work doesn't always lead to results. And for many executive leaders, that's the real frustration.In this episode of The Executive Appeal, Alex D. Tremble sits down with Jim Iyoob, President of ETS Labs and Chief Revenue Officer at Etech Global Services. Jim shares how mentorship, servant leadership, and real execution—not just effort—are what truly develop high-performing teams.Starting his career as a call center agent and growing into a global executive, Jim explains how great leaders identify will over skill, invest in the right people, and create systems that drive behavior change at scale.You'll learn:Why will and hunger matter more than raw skill in leadership developmentHow to mentor without overextending your time and energyThe importance of discovery before solving team problemsWhy effort and intelligence don't automatically produce resultsHow servant leadership builds long-term loyalty and performanceThis episode is for you if:Your team is working hard but outcomes feel inconsistentYou're mentoring leaders who say they want growth but don't executeYou want to build a self-driven, accountable leadership pipelineYou're scaling teams across cultures or global environmentsListen now to learn how disciplined mentorship and discovery create teams that execute, not just stay busy.

Your story isn't just about you.It's about what you leave behind.In this powerful episode of the Man Up Podcast, Terry sits down with Dr. Crawford, a man who has walked with Jesus for decades and is finishing strong with humility, conviction, and generational impact.Dr. Crawford shares his remarkable family heritage—starting with an ancestor who was once a slave, and how God used one man's faithfulness to shape generations of godly leadership.This episode is a masterclass in legacy, spiritual endurance, and what it truly looks like to walk with the Lord over a lifetime.In this conversation, you'll hear:Why God thinks generationally, not just situationallyHow faithfulness matters more than recognitionWhat to do when you've lost your spiritual edgeWhy decision always precedes developmentHow passivity destroys men from the inside outWhy gratitude is the antidote to prideWhat it means to love your wife over the long haulHow fathers shape sons through responsibility and disciplineWhy you can Google knowledge but not wisdomHow to stay grounded when God gives influenceWhat it really means to finish wellDr. Crawford reminds every man listening:“If you're going to leave footprints in the sand of time, you have to wear work boots.”This episode will challenge you to step up, lead your home, walk in humility, and build a legacy that outlives you.Because legacy isn't what you leave to people…It's what you leave in them.

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USA Hockey's U18 National Team Development Program Head Coach Nick Fohr joins Zack Nowak for an in-depth conversation on player development, coaching adaptability, and what it truly takes to prepare young athletes for the highest levels of hockey.Fohr reflects on his own upbringing in Grand Forks, North Dakota, where outdoor rinks, unstructured play, and competing with older players shaped his hockey IQ and love for the game. He connects those early experiences to how the NTDP intentionally challenges players today by placing them in demanding environments that force adaptation, creativity, and growth .Now leading the U18 NTDP group, Fohr breaks down how the program balances high-volume practice, elite competition, and a long-term development mindset. He explains why practice density matters, how small-area games drive competitiveness, and how drills can be designed to “teach the concept” without over-coaching. Throughout the episode, Fohr emphasizes that development, not short-term winning, is the true priority at the national level .Listeners will also hear:Why practice-to-game ratios matter in elite developmentHow competitiveness is intentionally built through environment designWhy players must learn to adapt when they no longer have a size or skill advantageHow coaches individualize development without treating players “equally”Why loving the game and maintaining balance off the ice are critical to long-term success

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In part 2 of this series on Boundaries with Connection, we explore how to set boundaries that create success by providing structure and containment that offers safety, connection, and co-regulation.In this episode, you'll learn:How boundaries can create physical and emotional safetyHow to create the kind of boundaries your child really needs for continued developmentHow to set boundaries with the intent of increasing regulationResources mentioned in this podcast:Previous podcast episode https://robyngobbel.com/scaffoldingFREEOne-page PDF infographic on Boundaries with Connection!CLICK HERE to get the download sent to your inboxRead a summary or the full transcript at: RobynGobbel.com/boundaries2We're kicking off 2026 with a LIVE webinar- Creating Felt Safety! Attend live and watch the recording- PLUS get a huge folder of digital resources including a workbook all about how to impact YOUR felt safety!Register at -----> RobynGobbel.com/FeltSafetyWebinar Get access to over 25+ free resources in our brand, new Free Resource Hub! RobynGobbel.com/FreeResourceHub :::Grab a copy of USA Today Best Selling book Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors robyngobbel.com/bookJoin us in The Club for more support! robyngobbel.com/TheClubSign up on the waiting list for the 2027 Cohorts of the Baffling Behavior Training Institute's Immersion Program for Professionals robyngobbel.com/ImmersionFollow Me On:FacebookInstagram Over on my website you can find:Webinar and eBook on Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior (FREE)eBook on The Brilliance of Attachment (FREE)LOTS & LOTS of FREE ResourcesOngoing support, connection, and co-regulation for struggling parents: The ClubYear-Long Immersive & Holistic Training Program for Parenting Professionals: The Baffling Behavior Training Institute's (BBTI) Professional Immersion Program (formerly Being With)

Host: April Bordeau Guest: Mac Zambrano  Parenting young children can feel overwhelming, especially when big emotions, power struggles, and exhaustion collide. In this episode, we explore what it truly means to parent littles with both love and limits, without relying on shame, fear, or survival-based parenting approaches.Rather than focusing on “fixing behavior,” this conversation reframes early childhood challenges through a developmental and relational lens. You'll learn why boundaries are not the opposite of love, but one of the clearest ways children experience safety, connection, and trust.We talk about:Why limits are essential for emotional and nervous system developmentHow to respond to big behaviors without escalating power strugglesThe difference between discipline and punishmentWhy parents don't need to do this alone—and were never meant toHow early support can change the trajectory for both children and parentsIf you're parenting a little one and find yourself questioning, second-guessing, or feeling worn down, this episode is an invitation to pause, breathe, and reach for support.

“I didn't crawl and I'm fine.” We hear this all the time - from parents, grandparents, and even professionals. And while it can be true, there's a lot more nuance to the conversation.In this episode, you'll learn:Why crawling plays such a critical role in developmentHow crawling supports strength, coordination, vision, and primitive reflex integrationWhy skipping crawling may not seem like a problem early on, but can impact coordination, learning, and regulation laterSimple ways to encourage crawling in babies, kids, and even adultsHow to respond (kindly and confidently) when someone says, “I didn't crawl and I'm fine”Thanks for listening

Spiritual awakening in 2025 is changing fast. In this video, I share the top 5 spiritual lessons of 2025, including how AI can weaken intuition, why nervous system healing is essential for spiritual growth, and what it really means to trust your inner guidance during awakening.If you're experiencing a spiritual awakening, developing your intuition, or feeling overwhelmed by information, technology, or AI tools, these lessons will help you reconnect to your inner knowing in a grounded, embodied way.Sharing my top 5 Reality Check Breakthroughs I had this year. In 2025, my spiritual growth changed in ways I didn't expect... This year taught me that spiritual growth isn't linear — it's a spiral, intuition isn't something you “optimize,” and that over-reliance on AI and external guidance can quietly disconnect us from our inner knowing.In this video, I share the top 5 spiritual lessons I learned in 2025, including how intuition develops through nervous system regulation, why growth often reveals itself in strange ways, and how learning to feel safe with uncertainty is essential for spiritual awakening (and the collective chaos happening all around us) This isn't about rejecting technology — it's about discernment, embodiment, and reclaiming intuitive authority in a world that constantly pulls us outward.Lets be clear i'm not anti-AI but I SURE think it's doing something bts to our intuition if we're not careful and it's DESTROYING FREE THINKING. Let's talk about it.✨ In this video, you'll learn:Why spiritual growth happens in spirals, not straight linesHow intuition acts as your guiding post during awakeningThe hidden ways AI can suppress free thinking and intuition when used as a crutchWhy nervous system healing is foundational for intuitive developmentHow to feel safe walking with uncertainty instead of forcing answersIf you're navigating a spiritual awakening, emotional healing, intuition development, or feeling overwhelmed by information overload, this episode is for you.Before you go don't forget:

#EP323 Building clean energy projects faster starts with better tools. Maryssa Barron, Founder and CEO of BuildQ, joins Tim Montague to discuss how AI transforms energy project development. Maryssa Barron is the founder and CEO of BuildQ, the enterprise AI platform purpose-built for clean energy project teams to accelerate development, financing, and asset management. She brings cross-disciplinary expertise in renewable energy, project finance, and law, with experience spanning the full project lifecycle. Before founding BuildQ, Maryssa advised Fortune 50 companies and leading developers on renewable energy procurement at Edison Energy and LevelTen Energy. She also served as Chief Operating Officer of a global solar company, where she oversaw project development, financing, and operations across international markets. Key Highlights:How BuildQ reduces project analysis time from 3 weeks to 3 daysWhy one developer uses BuildQ instead of hiring 15 new employeesAI frameworks that analyze interconnection queues and permitting dataThe role of human expertise in AI-assisted energy developmentHow law firms and conservative industries are adopting AI toolsChina's 10X infrastructure buildout advantage and U.S. national security implicationsBehind-the-meter solutions and data center co-location trendsEarly adoption benefits in the energy sectorThe energy sector needs speed and scale. AI tools like BuildQ make both possible.Connect with Maryssa Barron, BuildQ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/maryssa-barron/Website: buildq.ai Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

We want to hear from you! Leave your feedback on the show: https://forms.gle/z5JS5t8dWG26jx5k7Why Listen? This episode dives deep into the realities of hardware hacking, open-source innovation, and the global landscape of electronics manufacturing. Whether you're a hardware builder, engineer, or maker, the insights shared here are crucial for understanding the challenges and opportunities in designing, building, and securing physical devices. We explore not just the technical side, but also the ethical, legal, and economic factors that shape the hardware ecosystem today.What's Inside:The importance of transparency and openness in hardware developmentHow reverse engineering drives innovation and problem-solvingNavigating manufacturing challenges and supply chain complexitiesThe right to repair and why it matters for creators and consumers alikeAbout Andrew "Bunnie" Huang:Hardware hacker, author, and entrepreneurKnown for his pioneering work on Xbox hacking and open-source hardware projectsAdvocate for the right to repair and open innovationBooks by our guest:The Hardware Hacker: Adventures in Making and Breaking Hardware — Bunnie's acclaimed book on hardware hacking, manufacturing, and the global electronics ecosystem.Hacking the Xbox: An Introduction to Reverse Engineering — The classic book that started it all, now available for free from No Starch Press.Music by: Tom StokeDISCLAIMER "The Builder Circle” and “Pratik Development LLC” are independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by any other company. All views expressed are solely those of the guests. Content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or any professional advice. Listeners are responsible for their own decisions and should consult qualified professionals. By listening, you agree we are not liable for any outcomes.

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In Season 2 Episode 44 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, we talk all about "the pause" and applying it to support both you and baby!We touched on ideas like:What is "the pause" in Montessori and child developmentHow to implement "the pause" in different scenariosBenefits to baby's developmentBenefits to you as their parentand more!Montessori Babies Resources:

In this episode, Lisa and Ethan discuss:Managing setbacks and academic struggles in demanding college programsThe importance of resilience, networking, and real-world experience in career developmentHow communication and soft skills enhance technical education and employabilityNavigating college, internships, and professional growth with persistence and adaptabilityKey Takeaways: When traditional learning methods don't meet your needs, explore alternative or online options—Ethan improved his calculus mastery by finding a better-fit online course structure and learning tools.Consistent networking, maintaining an updated LinkedIn, and initiating connections early can turn future opportunities into incoming offers rather than uphill pursuits.Getting involved in professional or student organizations and taking on leadership or mentoring roles provides real-world experience and the confidence employers value.Communicating clearly, asking for help, and staying persistent after failure are core habits that separate long-term achievers from those who stall after a single obstacle. “You just have to keep pushing and saying, 'I want it. I'm going to get it.'” – Ethan ZellnerAbout Ethan Zellner: Ethan Zellner is an Honors Student-Athlete at Bradley University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. A driven and hands-on learner, he currently serves as the 2025–2026 Captain of the ASCE Concrete Canoe Team, where he leads design and materials testing for national competitions. Ethan has gained professional experience as a Civil Engineering Intern at WSP, contributing to EV charging site development and permitting. Known for his persistence, problem-solving mindset, and strong communication skills, Ethan embodies the balance of technical excellence, teamwork, and resilience that defines the next generation of engineers.Episode References:#027 Differences between Engineering & Engineering Technology Majors & JobsFind your direction with the Launch Career Clarity Course at FlourishCoachingCo.com/course.Get Lisa's Free on-demand video: How-to guide for your teen to choose the right major, college, & career...(without painting themselves into a corner, missing crucial deadlines, or risking choices you both regret). Connect with Ethan:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethan-zellner/Connect with Lisa:Website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flourishcoachingcoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/flourishcoachingco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishcoachingco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-coaching-co

 How AI is Changing Deals & Global Development with Jeff Kafka and Brian Rogers     Jeff Kafka Bay Area entrepreneur, cybersecurity startup founder, and medical device/supply chain import partner. Internationally renowned professional kiteboarder and big wave safety expert. Brian Rogers Design and business thinker, expert in AI/ML, IoT, big data, fintech, and platform development. Author of patents, guest lecturer, and industry leader in blockchain. Episode Summary In this episode, we dive deep into how technology, infrastructure, and strong personal networks converge to drive capital and growth in sectors from medical devices to public works. We speak with Jeff Kafka, the founder behind the famous Silicon Valley kite surfing pitch events, about the value of relationships in business growth, and with Brian Rogers, an expert in AI, IoT, and digital transformation, about the future of finance and government partnerships. We explore how their new venture, Storyboard Capital, focuses on opportunities in areas typically ignored by traditional tech investors. Key Discussion Points & Topics I. The Power of Relationships and Networking (Jeff Kafka) Kite Surfing Pitch Events: The origin story of the famous Silicon Valley kite surfing pitch events and the key lessons learned while observing early-stage companies raising capital. Missed Opportunities: Jeff shares his list of companies he met early on but passed on investing in, and the reasons why those opportunities were missed at the time. The Role of People: How Jeff's diverse career—from cybersecurity to big wave safety to medical supply chain—has consistently revolved around people and relationships. Business Growth: The crucial importance of relationships when scaling a business. II. Technology, Government, and Global Development (Brian Rogers & Jeff Kafka) Public/Private Partnerships (P3s): A detailed explanation of what Public/Private Partnerships are and how companies currently go about identifying these government opportunities. AI in Government Financing: How Artificial Intelligence can help streamline the process for companies to find and obtain government contracts. Technology for Development: How technology, public/private partnerships, and infrastructure development are creating opportunities in remote or "off the grid" areas globally. III. The Future of Finance and Investment Banking AI and Financing: How Jeff and Brian see AI changing the landscape for companies obtaining financing, particularly in how deals are sourced and structured. Investment Banker's Role: The evolving role of the investment banker in the future and how they will integrate AI into transaction processes. The Future of Outreach: How customized, AI-driven outreach will change the success or failure rates for projects and deal sourcing. Beyond the Interview: Key concepts related to AI that the audience should be thinking about moving forward. Learn More Storyboard Capital Website: https://storyboardcapital.com/ Jeff Kafka's Contact: Jeffkafka8@gmail.com Jeff Kafka's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffkafka/ Brian Rogers' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brogers/ Affiliate Companies: https://grapheene.com http://www.strongwatertech.com Disclaimer The views expressed on this podcast are for informational purposes only and not financial or legal advice. Consult with a professional for your specific situation and do not necessarily reflect the views of Finalis Inc. or Finalis Securities LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC.

Today's show:Jason sits down with Wilson Sonsini partner Chris Paniewski for part two of our Startup Legal Basics series on AI law — this time tackling the question every founder is asking: who owns the output of AI systems?Chris has advised on some of the biggest AI deals in history, and in this episode he helps break down how intellectual property law is colliding with generative AI.Jason and Chris cover:What kinds of IP rights might apply to AI-generated output (copyrights, patents, trade secrets)Why human authorship is central to copyright lawWhether prompts are protectable IPHow GenAI platforms' terms of service affect ownershipReal-world examples from Star Wars to Wirecutter to WarholWhat startups should document when using AI in developmentHow investors diligence AI companies on IP strategyIf you're a founder, investor, or operator trying to understand how to responsibly use AI without losing your IP, this conversation is essential.*Timestamps:(0:00) Jason introduces part two of Startup Legal Basics with Chris Paniewski(1:20) Star Wars example: using LLMs to generate existing IP(3:10) Human authorship requirement in copyright law(5:25) Prompts, super-prompts, and the role of creative control(7:45) Photography analogy & the “monkey selfie” case(10:00) Patents, inventorship, and AI-generated inventions(12:05) Startups balancing speed to market vs. protectable IP(14:15) How to layer human creativity on top of AI output(16:20) Fair use, derivative works, and investor diligence*Check Out Wilson Sonsini: https://www.wsgr.comCheck out all of the Startup Basics episodes here: https://thisweekinstartups.com/basics*Follow Chris:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-paniewski-09331a59/*Follow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis*Follow TWiST:Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartupsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartupsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartupsSubstack: https://twistartups.substack.com