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The Adversity Advantage
Surviving The Unthinkable: How Paul Rosolie Escaped Death In The Amazon Jungle

The Adversity Advantage

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 73:52


Paul Rosolie is a naturalist, explorer, author, and award-winning wildlife filmmaker. Today on the show we discuss: how Paul went from a kid in New Jersey to living in the Amazon rainforest, the Discovery Channel disaster that derailed his career and the brutal lessons it forced him to learn, the emotional toll of dedicating your life to something that is constantly under threat, what it actually takes to challenge yourself in a comfort-obsessed modern world, the difference between engineered discomfort and real adversity, what it was like being stung by an Amazonian stingray, how Paul survived being nearly killed by uncontacted tribes and much more.  Become a Junglekeeper: https://www.junglekeepers.org/ Connect with Paul: https://paulrosolie.com/ ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you've consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reformation Radio with Apostle Johnny Ova
Archaeology Proves the Gospels Are Telling the Truth w/ Dr. Craig Evans

Reformation Radio with Apostle Johnny Ova

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 44:47


Skeptics said synagogues didn't exist in Galilee during Jesus' lifetime. They were wrong. They said crucified victims were never buried. They were wrong. They said the Gospel writers invented details about first-century Palestine. Wrong again.Dr. Craig Evans, one of the world's leading scholars on the historical Jesus and New Testament archaeology, has spent decades connecting physical discoveries to the Gospel narratives. He's authored over 70 books, founded the Dead Sea Scrolls Institute, lectured at Cambridge, Oxford, and Yale, and appeared on BBC, the History Channel, Discovery Channel, and National Geographic. In this episode, he walks us through the discoveries that secular Israeli archaeologists rely on the Gospels as their primary sources, why skeptical theories collapse under the weight of evidence, and how the skeletal remains of a crucified man confirm that Jesus would have been buried exactly as the Gospels describe. This conversation will transform how you read the New Testament.In this episode, you will learn:Why Israeli archaeologists, even non-believing ones, use Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, and Acts as their most reliable sourcesThe discovery of first-century synagogues at Magdala and what they reveal about Jesus' ministryWhat the Theodotus Inscription proves about synagogues existing in Jerusalem before 70 ADHow the Pilate Stone and Caiaphas Ossuary confirm key figures from the Passion narrativesWhy the Gospel writers showed remarkable restraint and integrity in recording only what Jesus actually saidThe archaeological evidence that crucified victims in Jewish Palestine were in fact buriedHow the skeletal remains of Yehohanan, a crucified man with a nail still in his heel, validates Gospel burial accountsWhy Joseph of Arimathea's burial of Jesus is historically plausible and fits Jewish law perfectlyThe stunning continuity of village memory that preserved the location of Jesus' tomb for centuriesCheck out Dr. Craig Evans' work:Website: https://www.craigaevans.comJesus and His World: The Archaeological EvidenceFabricating Jesus: How Modern Scholars Distort the GospelsThe Bible Seminary: https://www.thebibleseminary.eduStay Connected with Johnny Ova and The Dig In Podcast: Subscribe and follow The Dig In Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thejohnnyova Follow all things Johnny: https://linktr.ee/johnnyova Grab Johnny's book, The Revelation Reset: https://a.co/d/hiUkW8H

Where Did the Road Go?
Dr. Lynne Kitei on The Phoenix Lights - July 5, 2014

Where Did the Road Go?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 70:12


Lynne D. Kitei, M.D. is an internationally acclaimed physician and award winning health educator with a distinguished career spanning over 35 years. She was the Chief Clinical Consultant of the Imaging-Prevention-Wellness Center at the renowned Arizona Heart Institute in Phoenix before pushing her successful medical career aside to pursue the source and meaning of the historic Arizona mass sighting event of March 13, 1997, which has become known across the globe as the "Phoenix Lights". Dr. Kitei has dedicated her life work to community education, appearing as the resident health reporter for NBC affiliates in Philadelphia and Phoenix, as well as USA Cable and worldwide since 1976. After coming forward in 2004, her riveting photo evidence & interviews have been featured in hundreds of radio, print, & TV reports, as well as Feature Films including Coast to Coast AM, SIRIUS, THRIVE, The After-Life Project. National Geographic TV, FOX Network News, FOX in the Morning & America Live with Megan Kelly, ABC, CNN, NBC, CW and CBS affiliates, Comcast, NBC Japan, MSNBC, French, UK & Spain Primetime TV, Dateline NBC, Larry King, Hawaii 5-0, Unsealed, UFO Hunters, the Travel Channel, Discovery Channel, and the History Channel. Dr. Lynne's internationally award winning Phoenix Lights Documentary and bestselling book, The Phoenix Lights…A Skeptic's Discovery That We Are Not Alone are the definitive works concerning the most important mass UFO sighting in modern history. In addition, after 35 years producing award winning video/workbook prevention-education curricula concerning the reality of vital health issues, distributed by Discovery Education, Dr. Lynne is currently developing a comprehensive curricula for 5th to 12th grades concerning the reality of THIS vital issue called “OUT OF THE BOX”. To learn more, PHOENIX LIGHTS NETWORK Facebook page and PHOENIX LIGHTS NETWORK website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tampa Bay Developer Podcast
The True Story Of Tampa's Cigar City Mafia | EP 175

Tampa Bay Developer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 50:05


Scott Deitche is a mob historian and bestselling author of Cigar City Mafia: A Complete History of the Tampa Underworld, The Silent Don: The Criminal Underworld of Santo Trafficante Jr., and Hitmen: The Mafia, Drugs, and the East Harlem Purple Gang. He has written dozens of articles on organized crime and has been featured on The Discovery Channel, The History Channel, A&E, C-SPAN, Oxygen, American Heroes Channel, and national news and radio programs. Scott is also a member of the Mob Museum Advisory Council and leads Tampa Mafia tours.He explains:◼️How Tampa became one of the most powerful Mafia cities in America◼️Why over 50 gangland murders and assassination attempts erupted during the Bolita wars◼️How the CIA secretly partnered with the Mafia to try to assassinate Fidel Castro◼️Why the JFK assassination conspiracy still points back to Tampa figures◼️What ultimately ended organized crime's grip on Tampa00:00 - Ybor Tunnels01:51 - Scott Deitche06:07 - Tampa Mafia10:14 - Bolita19:18 - Charlie Wall30:53 - Mafia Tours33:16 - JFK Assassination37:34 - Mafia Family Members

Next Level Soul with Alex Ferrari: A Spirituality & Personal Growth Podcast
FLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Top Psychic REVEALS the AFTERLIFE Frequency: SCIENTIFIC PROOF of the Spirit World! with Mark Anthony

Next Level Soul with Alex Ferrari: A Spirituality & Personal Growth Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 81:20 Transcription Available


Mark Anthony, JD Psychic Explorer (Psychic Lawyer®) is a fourth-generation psychic medium who communicates with spirits. He is an Oxford educated attorney who has tried over 100 jury trials and is licensed to practice law in Florida, Washington D.C., and before the United States Supreme Court. He was named Best Psychic Medium in the OMMIE Awards sponsored by OMTimes and iSpirit Media.Mark Anthony is known as “The Psychic Explorer” due to his extensive background in science, quantum physics, survival of consciousness, near-death experiences, history, archaeology, philosophy, and theology. He examines mystical locations in the US and remote corners of the world to explore ancient ruins, mysteries, and supernatural phenomena.Mark appears nationwide on TV & Radio. On the CBS hit show “The Doctors,” he conducted a reading which cracked a cold case murder. Recently, he was featured on Discovery Channel and Gaia TV. He is the co-host of “The Psychic and The Doc” on The Transformation Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.Take your spiritual journey to the next level with Next Level Soul TV — our dedicated streaming home for conscious storytelling and soulful transformation.Experience exclusive programs, original series, movies, tv shows, workshops, audiobooks, meditations, and a growing library of inspiring content created to elevate, heal, and awaken. Begin your membership or explore our free titles here: https://www.nextlevelsoul.tv

Phantom Electric Ghost
The importance of human connection and storytelling w/Alec Harrison

Phantom Electric Ghost

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 63:02


The importance of human connection and storytelling w/Alec HarrisonFilm and Documentary ComposerAlec is a 3-time Emmy-Nominated film and documentary composer, specializing in biographic docs and feature films. He is a Canadian composer with Six Degrees Music in Calgary, Alberta.I'm a 25-year veteran film and tv composer. I've spend my career in Alberta, Canada working both in the Alberta market and with international clients. I'm passionate about the creative process and storytelling in it's various forms. I love to talk about creative endeavours and the importance of storytelling and human connection. I grew up in a small town, I live in a small town and have a unique story of success without being in a major centre for most of my career. Brand credits include ESPN, NBA, NFL, Universal Studios, Discovery Channel, History Network, FlyOver Canada and various streaming platforms.Links:https://play.reelcrafter.com/alecharrison/Alec-Harrison-Reelhttps://www.instagram.com/alec_harrison/Tags:Composer,Documentary,Music,Musician,Storyteller,TV & Film,The importance of human connection and storytelling w/Alec Harrison,Live Video Podcast Interview,Inteview,Podcast,Phantom Electric Ghost Podcast,PodmatchSupport PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rssSubstackhttps://substack.com/@phantomelectricghost?utm_source=edit-profile-page

Notable Leaders' Radio
Still Becoming, I Didn't See That Coming: When The Unexpected Becomes The Doorway, with Melissa Muir

Notable Leaders' Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 32:22


Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with  Melissa Muir, acclaimed jewelry artist and teacher. She highlights how embracing life's unexpected pivot points opens new paths for creativity, personal growth, and transformation. In today's episode, we discuss: Honor your pivot points. Notice the moments whernt feels like a dead end. What would be different if you chose to see it as a time to redesign? Use every closed door or "mistake" as information for your next step. Allow creativity to be learned. Release the belief that you're "not creative" and give yourself permission to practice, experiment, and grow your skills one imperfect attempt at a time. Come home to your own truth. Gently question inherited beliefs, rules, and expectations so you can build a true relationship with yourself, the divine, and others that feels loving, spacious, and genuinely your. Choose communities that help you flourish. Intentionally seek out people who are curious, creative, and kind, knowing that "creativity breeds creativity" and you don't have to do it alone. Talk gently to your younger self. Revisit the bullied, lonely, or hurting version of you and let them know what's coming, so you can release old pain and stand more fully in who you are now. RESOURCES: Guest Bio: Melissa Muir is a metalsmith, educator, and trusted voice in the jewelry industry, known for bridging traditional craftsmanship with modern tools and techniques. With decades of hands-on experience at the bench, she specializes in jewelry fabrication, welding, stone setting, and emerging technologies such as pulse arc welding and engraving. As an educator and public speaker, Melissa is passionate about making complex processes approachable for both professional jewelers and dedicated hobbyists. Through workshops, online courses, product testing, and in-depth tool reviews, she empowers makers to work more confidently, efficiently, and creatively. Her clear, honest teaching style has made her a go-to resource for jewelers seeking practical knowledge they can immediately apply. Melissa is also the founder of Melissa Muir Metalsmith, where she shares education, demonstrations, and industry insights through video content, webinars, and live events. Her work focuses on raising the standard of jewelry education worldwide while inspiring makers to embrace innovation without losing sight of craftsmanship. Whether at the bench, on stage, or behind the camera, Melissa Muir is dedicated to helping jewelers refine their skills, invest wisely in tools, and rediscover joy in the making process. Website/Social Links: Melissa@melissamuir.com Www.instagram.com/metalsmithmelissa   Www.youtube.com/melissamuir Www.tictok.com/metalsmithmelissa Belinda's Bio:  Belinda is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker and a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda works with such organizations as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, Belinda has delivered more than 72 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who share their inner journey to success; letting you know the truth of what it took to achieve their success in her Notable Leaders Radio podcast. She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace.   Website: Belindapruyne.com Email Address: hello@belindapruyne.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/ 

FUTURES Podcast
Artificial Biological Intelligence w/ Adrian Woolfson | World Governments Summit 2026

FUTURES Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 38:23


Geneticist Adrian Woolfson shares his insights on designing life with artificial biological intelligence, the possibility of creating new species, and the responsibility that comes with rewriting the rules of evolution. Adrian Woolfson is the co-founder of Genyro, a California-based biotechnology company specialising in synthetic genome design and construction. Born in London, he studied medicine at Balliol College, Oxford, and was formerly the Charles and Katherine Darwin Research Fellow at Darwin College, Cambridge, working at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology. He is the author of the critically acclaimed Life Without Genes: The History and Future of Genomes and An Intelligent Person's Guide to Genetics. He has authored over 160 scientific papers, book chapters, reviews, and patents, and is a regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal and Science magazine. Bonus episode recorded live from the World Governments Summit 2026 at the House of Impact on 03 February 2026. Full-Video Version: https://youtu.be/ejHgoD1Wt5I  ABOUT THE HOST Luke Robert Mason is a British-born futures theorist who is passionate about engaging the public with emerging scientific theories and technological developments. He hosts documentaries for Futurism, and has contributed to BBC Radio, BBC One, The Guardian, Discovery Channel, VICE Motherboard and Wired Magazine. CREDITS In Partnership with the Dubai Future Foundation Producer & Host: Luke Robert Mason Join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @FUTURESPodcast Follow Luke Robert Mason on Twitter at @LukeRobertMason Subscribe & Support the Podcast at http://futurespodcast.net

Fluent Fiction - Spanish
Secrets of the Jungle Temple: A Journey of Discovery and Balance

Fluent Fiction - Spanish

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 15:50 Transcription Available


Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Secrets of the Jungle Temple: A Journey of Discovery and Balance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-02-17-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: La selva respiraba con un calor húmedo mientras el ruido de los pájaros acompañaba a Luz y Rodrigo en su camino.En: The jungle breathed with a humid heat while the noise of the birds accompanied Luz and Rodrigo on their path.Es: Ellos estaban delante del templo escondido, un monumento antiguo cubierto de musgo y misterio.En: They stood before the hidden temple, an ancient monument covered with moss and mystery.Es: Las paredes de piedra estaban decoradas con grabados intrincados, narrando historias de civilizaciones pasadas.En: The stone walls were decorated with intricate engravings, narrating stories of past civilizations.Es: La expedición tenía un solo objetivo: encontrar una cámara oculta que prometía revelar secretos del pasado.En: The expedition had a single goal: to find a hidden chamber that promised to reveal secrets of the past.Es: Luz era una arqueóloga apasionada.En: Luz was a passionate archaeologist.Es: Su sueño era hacer un descubrimiento que cambiara el mundo académico.En: Her dream was to make a discovery that would change the academic world.Es: Rodrigo, su guía, era un hombre prudente.En: Rodrigo, her guide, was a prudent man.Es: Conocía los peligros de adentrarse en terrenos desconocidos.En: He knew the dangers of venturing into unknown terrains.Es: Su prioridad era la seguridad y honrar la importancia cultural del templo.En: His priority was safety and to honor the cultural importance of the temple.Es: "Luz, tenemos que ir despacio.En: "Luz, we have to go slowly.Es: Hay peligros," advirtió Rodrigo mientras examinaba el camino con su linterna.En: There are dangers," warned Rodrigo as he examined the path with his flashlight.Es: "Pero si no arriesgamos, nunca encontraremos nada nuevo," respondió Luz con impaciencia, pero aceptando las palabras de Rodrigo, sabiendo que su experiencia era invaluable.En: "But if we don't take risks, we'll never find anything new," replied Luz with impatience, but accepting Rodrigo's words, knowing that his experience was invaluable.Es: Avanzaban entre los laberintos del templo con cuidado.En: They advanced through the temple's labyrinths carefully.Es: La piedra a veces resbalaba bajo sus pies, y el aire estaba cargado de un silencio denso, interrumpido solo por el eco de sus pasos.En: The stone sometimes slipped under their feet, and the air was laden with a dense silence, interrupted only by the echo of their steps.Es: De pronto, Luz vio algo que llamó su atención.En: Suddenly, Luz saw something that caught her attention.Es: Una parte del muro tenía un umbral apenas visible, cubierto por la vegetación.En: A part of the wall had a barely visible threshold, covered by the vegetation.Es: "¡Mira, Rodrigo!En: "Look, Rodrigo!Es: Eso parece una entrada," exclamó Luz emocionada.En: That looks like an entrance," exclaimed Luz excitedly.Es: Rodrigo frunció el ceño.En: Rodrigo frowned.Es: "Podría ser peligroso.En: "It could be dangerous.Es: No sabemos lo que hay detrás."En: We don't know what's behind it."Es: Luz enfrentó su dilema.En: Luz faced her dilemma.Es: Quería explorar esa entrada, pero también valoraba la voz de la razón de Rodrigo.En: She wanted to explore that entrance, but she also valued Rodrigo's voice of reason.Es: "Entiendo tu preocupación, pero miremos con cuidado.En: "I understand your concern, but let's look carefully.Es: No quiero perder esta oportunidad."En: I don't want to miss this opportunity."Es: Finalmente, decidieron acercarse con precaución.En: Finally, they decided to approach with caution.Es: Luz utilizó una rama para despejar el camino y juntos, se adentraron al umbral.En: Luz used a branch to clear the path and together, they entered the threshold.Es: La luz de la linterna de Rodrigo reveló una cámara pequeña.En: The light from Rodrigo's flashlight revealed a small chamber.Es: En el centro, había un objeto cubierto de polvo.En: In the center, there was an object covered in dust.Es: Era un artefacto sencillo pero único.En: It was a simple but unique artifact.Es: Algo que contaba su propia historia.En: Something that told its own story.Es: "Esto es importante, Luz.En: "This is important, Luz.Es: No es lo que esperabas, pero tiene valor," dijo Rodrigo, apreciando la pieza sin necesidad de grandes palabras.En: It's not what you expected, but it has value," said Rodrigo, appreciating the piece without the need for grand words.Es: Luz sonrió.En: Luz smiled.Es: Había aprendido la importancia del equilibrio entre la curiosidad y la cautela.En: She had learned the importance of balance between curiosity and caution.Es: A veces, un pequeño hallazgo podía abrir puertas a significados más grandes.En: Sometimes, a small find could open doors to greater meanings.Es: Juntos, salieron del templo con el artefacto, dejando atrás el eterno susurro de las antiguas piedras que seguían guardando sus secretos.En: Together, they left the temple with the artifact, leaving behind the eternal whisper of the ancient stones that continued to guard their secrets.Es: Luz entendió que, en la exploración, avanzar con respeto y escucha era tan valioso como descubrir algo nuevo.En: Luz understood that, in exploration, moving forward with respect and listening was as valuable as discovering something new.Es: La jornada había cambiado su perspectiva, y por eso estaba agradecida.En: The journey had changed her perspective, and for that, she was grateful. Vocabulary Words:the jungle: la selvahumid: húmedoto accompany: acompañarthe path: el caminothe temple: el templohidden: escondidothe monument: el monumentothe moss: el musgothe mystery: el misteriodecorated: decoradointricate: intrincadothe civilization: la civilizaciónto venture: adentrarsethe terrain: el terrenoladen: cargadothe threshold: el umbralthe vegetation: la vegetaciónto frown: fruncir el ceñothe chamber: la cámarathe artifact: el artefactoto reveal: revelarthe flashlight: la linternato slip: resbalarto clear: despejarthe air: el airedense: densothe caution: la precauciónthe balance: el equilibriothe echo: el ecothe perspective: la perspectiva

Scaling UP! H2O
463 Mapping the Future of Water Innovation with Paul O'Callaghan

Scaling UP! H2O

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 67:56


"If you say something over and over often and enough, it becomes true because perception is reality."  Paul O'Callaghan has built a career at the intersection of water science, wastewater realities, and the practical question every operator and executive eventually faces; what actually moves innovation from idea to adoption.  As Founder and CEO of BlueTech Research, Paul explains how his team helps decision-makers put capital to work more efficiently in water by reducing uncertainty and separating signal from noise. He describes patterns he's watched repeat across water entrepreneurs, pilots, and product market fit, and why "innovation" often breaks down simply because utilities, investors, and founders are using the same word to mean different things.    Capital, fit, and the language gap Paul unpacks what it takes to align an investor's expectations with a technology's true pathway to scale. He contrasts different "types" of innovation and why matching the right investor, entrepreneur, market, and timeline matters as much as the technology itself. The conversation also highlights why solving a problem someone has today is often a safer starting point than betting everything on a problem that might arrive tomorrow.  Regulations as a driver and a risk  Regulation matters in water and wastewater, but Paul cautions against building an entire business on the hope that rules will create a market on schedule. He walks through timing risk, enforcement uncertainty, and why tracking policy momentum matters as much as tracking the text of the regulation itself. He also notes a shift toward more "aspirational" regulation focused on reuse, regeneration, and systems-level outcomes.  Storytelling that changes adoption  From Brave Blue World to Our Blue World, Paul shares what he learned about making water personal and compelling without reducing it to doom-and-gloom narratives. The stories he tells connect to a core professional challenge: technologies enable outcomes, but adoption accelerates when people can see and want the "better" future those outcomes create.  Listen to the full conversation above. Explore related episodes below. Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge!    Timestamps    02:33 - Trace's message on finding "your next love" through learning  09:25 - Words of Water with James McDonald  11:25 - AWT connection and the importance of being challenged by community  13:06 - Industrial Water Week dates for "this year" (Oct 5–9)  14:02 - Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals   19:15 - Interview with Founder & CEO of BlueTech Research, author of The Dynamics of Water Innovation, Executive Producer of Brave Blue World and Our Blue World  22:20 - Pivot moment into water as a career (Malaysia, Edinburgh course, "living machines")  25:15 - What BlueTech Research does (reducing uncertainty, helping capital work efficiently)  27:50 - How startups connect with BlueTech and why storytelling matters  30:09 - Matching investors, entrepreneurs, and markets (alignment and "different languages")  33:00 - The role of regulations (timing risk and market realities)  35:15 - How BlueTech keeps up (themes, emerging areas, and using AI for tracking legislation)  36:30 - Paul's book: The Dynamics of Water Innovation (why he wrote it and who it's for)  40:49 - Documentary storytelling origin and Discovery Channel experience  44:22 - How celebrities got involved and why the outreach worked  45:30 - Why they made a second film and the goal of making water personal  48:03 - Viewer feedback, education impact, and grassroots screening stories  50:08 - "Water 2050" video game inspired by the films  51:21 - Additional ripple effects and "halo" projects (curriculum, photography competition, water walks)  53:06 - Where water innovation is going (desirability, storytelling, and "leaving water")  56:07- Advice for people with ideas (talk to people, generosity of the sector, ikigai, long-term view)  58:08 - Ostara / Crystal Green story (finding the operator's "today problem")  59:54 - One point Paul wants to leave: "It's a journey, enjoy it."    Quotes "We do our best to help people put capital to work more efficiently to solve water challenges."  "Try and find a problem that someone has today, ideally."    Connect with Paul O'Callaghan Email: paul.ocallaghan@bluetechresearch.com   Website: BlueTech Research – Actionable Water Technology Market Intelligence   braveblueworldstudios | Instagram | Linktree   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/o2environmental/     Guest Resources Mentioned   The Dynamics of Water Innovation: A Guide to Water Technology Commercialization by Lakshmi M. Adapa (Author), Paul O'Callaghan (Author), Cees Buisman (Author)   Watch Brave Blue World: Racing to Solve Our Water Crisis | Netflix   Braveblueworldstudios | Instagram | Linktree   "Dynamics of water innovation: Insights into the rate of adoption, diffusion and success of emerging water technologies globally" – Wageningen University & Research  "Wastewater Technology Fact Sheet: The Living Machine" – U.S. EPA  "Brave Blue World" film – Science on Screen synopsis  "Our Blue World: A Water Odyssey" – IMDb overview  "Water Reuse for Industrial Applications Resources" – U.S. EPA  "ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023—Water for the Processing of Medical Devices" – ANSI Blog   "Key EPA Actions to Address PFAS" – U.S. EPA  "The Philosophy of Ikigai: 3 Examples About Finding Purpose" – PositivePsychology.com   Fluke: Chance, Chaos, and Why Everything We Do Matters Paperback by Brian Klaas   Rivers of Power: How a Natural Force Raised Kingdoms, Destroyed Civilizations, and Shapes Our World Paperback by Laurence C. Smith    Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned  AWT (Association of Water Technologies)  Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses  Submit a Show Idea  The Rising Tide Mastermind 415 Green Building Updates: What You Need to Know  004 It's Not Easy Being Green!  032.5 The One That Takes You to AWT's 2018 Technical Training]  022 The One with Tim Fulton  280 The One About Retaining Top Talent  368 Adapting to the New Workforce: Attracting Top Talent 413 Charting the Future: Mastering the Art of Strategic Planning    Words of Water with James McDonald  Today's definition is a single, reactive molecule, usually an organic compound, having the ability to join with a number of similarly defined molecules to form a polymer.    2026 Events for Water Professionals  Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE. 

Notable Leaders' Radio
Still Becoming: Embracing the Lifelong Evolution of Success and Meaning

Notable Leaders' Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 20:23


Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with you as I launch the new "Still Becoming" series. I highlight how the journey of growth and self-discovery continues long after success is achieved, inviting you to explore the moments of untapped courage, unexpected opportunities, and personal evolution that unfold beyond traditional milestones. In today's episode, we discuss: Explore life beyond achievement. Reflect on the moment when hitting goals and earning recognition stopped answering everything, and consider whether it's time to redesign what success looks like for you now. Listen for your quiet evolution. Notice the subtle inner shifts, new perspectives, expanded freedom, unexpected gentleness with yourself, that change how you see your work, your impact, and what's truly possible. Let the unexpected become a doorway. Revisit the chapters you never planned, a random elevator conversation, a surprise opportunity, a path you "stumbled into", that you now wouldn't give back for anything. Tap your untapped courage. Acknowledge the deeper reservoir of bravery it takes to step away from predictability, trust your inner knowing, and say yes when your path is no longer obvious or linear. Choose meaning over momentum. Ask where you're sprinting on autopilot and where you're ready to consciously trade speed for impact, alignment, and the kind of contribution that actually matters to you. Define what "more" means for you now. Let go of one-size-fits-all ambitions and get curious about your current version of "more" in this season—more joy, more presence, more service, more creativity—and honor that as valid and enough. RESOURCES: Belinda's Bio: Belinda is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker and a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda works with such organizations as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, Belinda has delivered more than 72 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who share their inner journey to success; letting you know the truth of what it took to achieve their success in her Notable Leaders Radio podcast. She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace. Website: Belindapruyne.com Email Address: hello@belindapruyne.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/ 

Team Never Quit
Jesse James: Founder of West Coast Choppers, Welding an Empire From Scratch & Finding The Spotlight

Team Never Quit

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 96:18


Forged by Fire: Jesse James on Craftsmanship, Controversy, and ReinventionThis week, Marcus and Melanie sit down with Jesse James, one of the most influential custom motorcycle builders of the modern era. A fabricator at heart and an old-school craftsman by trade, Jesse is best known as the founder of West Coast Choppers, a brand that redefined the custom chopper world with raw metal, rigid frames, and uncompromising attention to detail.Jesse's journey began in his mother's garage, where he learned the art of fabrication under the mentorship of legendary hot rod builder Boyd Coddington. What started as a passion for building with his hands quickly evolved into a full-scale operation in Long Beach, California—one that would grow to employ more than 50 people and produce hand-built motorcycles commanding prices from $50,000 to $150,000.His rise to national fame came through the Discovery Channel's Motorcycle Mania, which gave viewers an unfiltered look into his shop, his process, and his relentless standards. That exposure led to Monster Garage, cementing Jesse as a household name and a defining figure in reality-based automotive television.Known for crafting—not assembling—his bikes, Jesse's signature style emphasizes stretched frames, precision metalwork, and function-driven design over flash. His work has been commissioned by high-profile clients including Kid Rock and Shaquille O'Neal, further solidifying his influence across culture, sports, and entertainment.In 2010, after facing both personal and business challenges, Jesse closed the original West Coast Choppers headquarters and relocated to Texas. There, he rebuilt—both personally and professionally—continuing to create custom machines and expanding into new ventures, including firearms manufacturing and direct-to-consumer media through platforms like OTLW.tv.In this episode, Jesse opens up about learning discipline and skill the hard way, building a brand from nothing, the cost of fame and fast success, and why craftsmanship, grit, and honesty still matterThis is a raw, no-nonsense conversation about earning your skills, owning your mistakes, and building something real—one weld at a time.In this episode you will hear:• I went to Iraq in '03, a month after we invaded. We did a USO tour and Kid Rock went and invited me. Nobody from USO knew who I was, so I told them I was, so I lied and said I was his tour manager. (1:13)• I ended up going t jail my senior year for stealing cars. (14:47)• I went to college and it was like crabs trying to get out of a barrel. (15:25)• I was always working in the garage, building bikes. I had a Harley in High school. I was restoring bicycles, and building Volkswagons and sending them to Japan. I was hustling. (16:11)• From my parents being antique dealers, I had a huge, pretty valuable tin toy collection. Like really rare Mark 10 toys worth thousands of dollars. I loaded ‘em up in my car and took ‘em to the big toy show in Pasadena. I sold them all to a dealer, and I used that money to buy a mill and a lathe and a welder for my garage. (23:27)• If you're gonna wait for the right time, that's never coming. (23:51)• My dad started me really young working. I literally despised him for it. And now I'm thankful because I have this relentless work ethic. (25:01)• I restored a 1940 or '41 bicycle called the Hiawatha Chippewa. I bought it for $100. (29:08)• The first thing I ever made was a dust pan. (32:33)• I was getting pai $750 a week salary, and at night I was making about 15 grand a week, making and shipping fenders. (43:56)• If you would watch the Discovery channel in '99 and 2000, they would run [my documentary on how a motorcycle gets built by hand] over and over. It was the highest rated show in the history of the network. (53:32)• I did 118 cars. (56:43)• I love taking about what I do. I love interaction. (60:11)• [Marcus] When you're driving into work early – with an hour difference – what type of cars are on the road early in the morning as opposed to the ones during rush hour. I heard that. (61:47)• Success in this country, and in the world, isn't defined by tactile skills. (62:40)• I'm eliminating everything in my life that keeps me from working and being a craftsman. (63:48)Support Jesse:-  IG: popeofwelding- https://westcoastchoppers.com/- https://jessejamesculinary.com/  Support TNQ  - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13  -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquitSponsors:  - Navyfederal.org       - selectquote.com/TNQ   - davidprotein.com/TNQ  - mizzenandmain.com   [Promo code: TNQ20]   - masterclass.com/TNQ  - Dripdrop.com/TNQ  - ShopMando.com [Promo code: TNQ]  - Tractorsupply.com/hometownheroes  - meetfabiric.com/TNQ  - Prizepicks (TNQ)   - armslist.com/TNQ   -  PXGapparel.com/TNQ  - bruntworkwear.com/TNQ   - shipsticks.com/TNQ   - stopboxusa.com {TNQ}   - Tonal.com [TNQ]  - greenlight.com/TNQ  - drinkAG1.com/TNQ  - Hims.com/TNQ

Sifter
A “Traveler” to Star Trek & more

Sifter

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 22:44


Patrick Michael has been acting since the 3rd grade. His big break came from “Travelers,” an early reality series that ran on the Discovery Channel from 1996 to 1998. He was one of the hosts who visited cities around the world to experience the culture. He later went to Hollywood where he worked in TV shows and movies before returning back here. We'll cover: – His real name – What is “Travelers” and how he got the gig – Some of the most unusual experiences on the show – Working on “Beverly Hills 90210” – Partying at the mansions of William Shatner and Aaron Spelling – Landing a small part in “Star Trek 6” – Being the TV spokesperson for Haley Auto Group LINKS Travelers on the web Patrick’s IMDB page Betty Bodine podcast Exposure: Nu West film series at the ICA My review of FALLOUT (includes a foto of Richmonder Annabel O'Hagan)

Here's The Thing with Alec Baldwin
Chris Whipple is Still Covering the White House

Here's The Thing with Alec Baldwin

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 43:44 Transcription Available


Chris Whipple is an Emmy award-winning journalist, documentary filmmaker, author, and political analyst. A former CBS 60 Minutes producer, Whipple is also the EP and writer of the Discovery Channel documentary series “The Presidents’ Gatekeepers” and the Showtime Network documentary series “The Spymasters: CIA in the Crosshairs”. Whipple continued his research on these topics in two of his books and is the author of four New York Times best-sellers including: Uncharted: How Trump Beat Biden, Harris, and the Odds in the Wildest Campaign in History, The Spymasters: How the CIA Directors Shape History and the Future, The Gatekeepers: How the White House Chiefs of Staff Define Every Presidency, and The Fight of His Life: Inside Joe Biden's White House. Whipple has also written for Vanity Fair, Politico, the Daily Beast, and many other publications. Notably, Whipple wrote the two-part 2025 Vanity Fair profile on the second Trump presidency and White House Chief of Staff, Susie Wiles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travelers In The Night
374E-408-Earth's Pet Rock

Travelers In The Night

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 2:01


On it's gravitational leash, Earth's pet space rock, 2016 HO3, accompanies us at a distance of between 38 and 100 times the Moon's distance from Earth as we both travel about the Sun. As this tiny asteroid orbits the Sun it spends about half of it's time inside the Earth's orbit where it moves faster and passes ahead of us and the other half of it's yearly path outside of our orbit which causes it to lag behind our home planet. Since it's discovery little has been known about Earth's pet space rock leaving some to speculate that perhaps it is an old rocket booster or other piece of space junk. To answer this question, Dr. Vishnu Reddy of the University of Arizona's Lunar and Planetary Laboratory headed up a team of astronomers who used the University of Arizona's Large Binocular Telescope and the Discovery Channel's Telescope to determine some of it's properties. This team of researchers found that 2016 HO3 is indeed a natural object about 100 to 300 feet in diameter, rotates about once every 28 minutes, and is made of material similar to meteorites which have landed on Earth. Our pet space rock, 2016 HO3, has apparently been in it's present relationship to Earth for a hundred years and is likely to remain so for hundreds of years to come. Even though 2016 HO3 is not gravitationally bound to the Earth, the combination of the Sun's and Earth's gravitational pulls keeps it relatively near making it easy to reach and thus is an ideal candidate for visits by human or robotic spacecraft.

The CRUX: True Survival Stories
Green Boots Cave - The Controversial Mount Everest Death That Shocked the World | Disaster Strikes E212

The CRUX: True Survival Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 36:35


In this episode of 'Disaster Strikes' on the Crux podcast, host Julie Henningsen delves into the harrowing story of David Sharp, a dedicated mountaineer whose third attempt to summit Mount Everest ended in tragedy. On May 15, 2006, Sharp was found unresponsive at 27,890 feet, seated next to the landmark known as Green Boots Cave. Despite attempts to help from several climbers, Sharp ultimately did not survive. The episode explores the decisions and conditions that led to this tragic outcome, the ethical dilemmas facing fellow climbers, and the broader implications for high-altitude mountaineering. Henningsen also contrasts Sharp's fate with the miraculous survival of Lincoln Hall, another climber left for dead but who managed to survive under similar conditions. The episode serves as a poignant reminder of the perils of mountaineering. 00:00 Introduction to Disaster Strikes 00:59 The Tragic Encounter on Everest 03:34 David Sharp's Background and Climbing History 06:25 The Final Attempt and Its Challenges 07:13 The Controversial Basic Package 14:33 The Deadly Climb of 2006 16:37 Green Boots and the Final Resting Place 19:12 David Sharp's Final Hours 19:54 Turkish Climbers' Dilemma 21:50 Controversy and Confusion 22:44 Efforts to Save Sharp 24:35 The Aftermath and Public Outcry 27:29 Lincoln Hall's Miraculous Survival 31:53 Comparing Sharp and Hall 34:20 Legacy and Reflection 35:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts References David Sharp (mountaineer) - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Sharp_(mountaineer) Lincoln Hall (climber) - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lincoln_Hall_(climber) Green Boots - Ultimate Kilimanjaro https://www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com/green-boots-on-mount-everest-who-was-he-how-did-he-die/ "Dying For Everest" (2007) New Zealand TV3 Documentary featuring interviews with climbers and expedition leaders "Everest: Beyond the Limit" (2006-2009) Discovery Channel series featuring Russell Brice's Himex expeditions, Season 1 includes David Sharp incident "Dead Lucky: Life After Death on Mount Everest" by Lincoln Hall (2007) "Dark Summit: The True Story of Everest's Most Controversial Season" by Nick Heil (2008) "Over the Top" - Outside Online (August 15, 2006) https://www.outsideonline.com/1909966/over-top "The Tragic Death of David Sharp" - Eight Summits https://eightsummits.com/bills-articles/the-tragic-death-of-david-sharp/ "Lincoln Hall Rescue" - SummitClimb https://www.summitclimb.com/news/mef/lincoln-hall-rescue Alan Arnette - Everest Coverage https://www.alanarnette.com "Mortality on Mount Everest, 1921-2006: descriptive study" British Medical Journal (PMC2602730) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rising Tide: The Ocean Podcast
Two Cousteaus Who Want to Save the Krill

Rising Tide: The Ocean Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 28:45


In the latest episode of Rising Tide: The Ocean Podcast, David Helvarg and Vicki Nichols Goldstein speak with former guests and good friends of the Ocean Philippe and Ashlan Cousteau. Philippe is the third generation of the legendary family of Jacques Cousteau and a founder of the youth group Earth Echo International. Ashlan is a former entertainment journalist who now reports on the doings of sea stars and influencers of climate. Together they've produced ocean documentaries for CNN, the Discovery Channel and others, written books including ‘Oceans for Dummies' and now are engaged in an effort to protect Antarctica's Southern Ocean. They are supporting the establishment of protected areas and opposing massive commercial krill fishing that threatens the sea life, including penguins and whales, that depend on these tiny crustaceans. They have also launched an Omega 3 algae-based supplement – SeaVoir - to provide a healthier alternative to krill (or fish) oil that they also discuss. So, a fascinating encounter with a dynamic ocean duo. Please do listen in.  ** Additional Resources **SeaVoir — Building on the spirit of the Cousteau legacy of ocean exploration and conservation. With a passion for scaling solutions to the biggest problems facing our ocean, Ashlan and Philippe Cousteau are leading the way to a healthier future.Blue Frontier / Substack — Building the solution-based citizen movement needed to protect our ocean, coasts and communities, both human and wild.Inland Ocean Coalition — Building land-to-sea stewardship - the inland voice for ocean protectionFluid Studios — Thinking radically different about the collective good, our planet, & the future.

Dipperz
Monster House

Dipperz

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 21:58


Monster House (2003-2006) was an American TV series that was created and aired on the Discovery Channel. Featuring host and project manager Steve Watson and a different team of five builders with unique skills for each episode, this program stood out from the other home renovation shows of the time by being the most outrageous. From a Race Car House that will make you feel like you are living in a Pep Boys Auto Center, to an Olde English House, to remaking the legendary Cat Club into "Monster Rock Club", Steve and his crews are determined to make an impact. Whether you want it or not, here comes Sarah, Lauren, and the rest of the crew to indiscriminately tear into that load-bearing wall! Dipperz House, here we come!Email us: dipperzpod@gmail.comSupport the pod: www.patreon.com/dipperzFind us on instagram! dipperz_podcast

Dipperz
Monster House

Dipperz

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 21:58


Monster House (2003-2006) was an American TV series that was created and aired on the Discovery Channel. Featuring host and project manager Steve Watson and a different team of five builders with unique skills for each episode, this program stood out from the other home renovation shows of the time by being the most outrageous. From a Race Car House that will make you feel like you are living in a Pep Boys Auto Center, to an Olde English House, to remaking the legendary Cat Club into "Monster Rock Club", Steve and his crews are determined to make an impact. Whether you want it or not, here comes Sarah, Lauren, and the rest of the crew to indiscriminately tear into that load-bearing wall! Dipperz House, here we come!Email us: dipperzpod@gmail.comSupport the pod: www.patreon.com/dipperzFind us on instagram! dipperz_podcast

The Story Collider
Misinformation: Stories about the impact of false information

The Story Collider

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 27:47


In this week's episode, both of our storytellers confront the real-world consequences of misinformation—and how it can spread faster than the truth.Part 1: Growing up, Modesta Abugu knows firsthand the challenges rural African farmers face. But when she discovers that misinformation is making things worse, she sets out to change the narrative. Part 2: While living in South Africa, Fiona Tudor Price witnesses how AIDS misinformation devastates an entire nation. Modesta N. Abugu recently obtained her Ph.D. in the Department of Horticultural Science at North Carolina State University, where she conducted research to identify genetic tools that can be used to improve flavor in sweetpotato, guiding the development of high-quality varieties. As a National Science Foundation interdisciplinary research fellow at the Genetic Engineering and Society Center, NCSU, she examined the scientific, policy, and public-engagement dimensions of agricultural biotechnology within integrated food, energy, and water systems to help develop sustainable and responsive solutions that bridge innovation, policy, and societal needs. Modesta is also passionate about communicating science to the public, especially on the potential of agricultural biotechnology tools in promoting food security. She has been widely involved in grassroots campaigns geared towards creating an enabling policy environment for farmers to gain access to new agricultural innovations globally. Through her awareness and advocacy efforts, she contributed to the passage of Nigeria's biosafety bill into law, and the commercialization of Bt cowpea in Nigeria. Modesta obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry from the University of Nigeria in Nsukka, Nigeria, and an MSc in horticultural science from the University of Florida. Outside of work, she loves to hike and visit new places.Fiona Tudor Price is a seasoned producer, director, and science communicator with a unique blend of expertise in biology, media and education. With a BSc. Hons. in Biology and Film & Television Studies, Fiona began her career at TVOntario and Corus Entertainment, contributing to award-winning environmental and science documentaries. In 1999, she moved to South Africa and founded Atomic Productions, where she directed and produced impactful natural-history content for global networks including National Geographic, Discovery Channel, Animal Planet and WWF. Transforming complex scientific concepts into compelling, human-centred narratives, Fiona earned a reputation for making science accessible to broader audiences. A passionate advocate for women in media, Fiona founded Women in Film and Television South Africa (WIFT SA), providing a platform for mentorship, networking, and empowerment within the industry. She is deeply committed to educational equity, particularly for learners with dyslexia. Fiona collaborated with Decoding Dyslexia, Ontario, to initiate the transformational Ontario Human Rights Commission's Right to Read inquiry, to address systemic issues in education for learners with dyslexia. Currently, Fiona is a Digital Media and Accessibility Specialist at Humber Polytechnic, focusing on the intersection of multimedia, AI, and accessibility in education, driving innovation at the crossroads of education and technology.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Notable Leaders' Radio
Do you have your own back this year?

Notable Leaders' Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 13:45


Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I dive into exploring a simple but often overlooked question: Have you set yourself up for success, or expecting yourself to "just make it happen"? This conversation isn't about fixing what you've done in the past or pushing harder in the year ahead. It's about approaching your goals with greater clarity, compassion, and intention—so what matters most has a real chance to take root. In this episode, I reflect on: What it truly means to set yourself up for success Not through pressure or perfection, but through thoughtful preparation that builds confidence and capacity over time. How to reverse-engineer what you want to experience, create, or achieve Looking at daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly rhythms that support growth in a way that's sustainable and realistic. Why warming up matters, on and off the field Using a pole-vaulting metaphor to explore how gradual expansion and attention to form prepare you for new levels of leadership and impact. The value of pausing to distinguish desire from obligation Gently asking whether a goal truly reflects what you want now—or whether it's something you've been carrying out of habit or expectation. At its heart, this episode is an invitation to replace self-demand with self-leadership, and to remember that professional success and personal fulfillment are not competing goals. They are meant to grow together. If you're looking to begin 2026 with greater clarity, alignment, and momentum, so better prepare yourself for celebrations at the end of the year, rather than disappointment with a list of things you did not accomplish. This podcast episode is for you. Belinda's Bio: Belinda is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker and a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda works with such organizations as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, Belinda has delivered more than 72 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who share their inner journey to success; letting you know the truth of what it took to achieve their success in her Notable Leaders Radio podcast. She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace. Website: Belindapruyne.com Email Address: hello@belindapruyne.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/ 

United Public Radio
The Light Gate- UFO Research and Experiences of Emery Smith

United Public Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 109:30


The Light Gate Welcomes GUEST: Emery Smith Date: January 19, 2026 Time: 5-7 pm pacific / 8-10 pm eastern Episode 142 Discussion: UFO Research and experiences of Emery Smith Emery Smith is a Veteran, Scientist, Inventor, Explorer, Humanitarian, government whistleblower, and the host of Gaia TVs #1 Show, "Cosmic Disclosure" and "Undisclosed." He has worked as a consultant on Discovery Channel's "Blind Frog Ranch." His experience also includes a long-term role as a Consulting Investigator at Whitehorse Exploration, focusing on advanced research in volumetric imaging technology, and serving as Chief Operations Officer at ArcLight Ministries since January 2016. Emery's other engagements include work as a Biotech Consultant specializing in biologics and cellular therapies, alongside years of volunteer service at organizations as World Peace One and Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary. Previous leadership experience includes ownership of Ultra Intelligence Corporation and a role as Chief Scientific Officer at DC. Education was completed at the U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology. He is also an experiencer. LINKS: YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@EmerySmith33 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/emery.s.smith/ LINKED IN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emery-smith- 6999291121

Ohio News Network Daily
ONN Daily: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Ohio News Network Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 4:51


Protesters gathered at the Ohio Statehouse as part of a national demonstration; lawsuits filed in the case of a balcony collapse near the University of Cincinnati; VP Vance will be in Toledo tomorrow; an Ohio jail will be featured on a Discovery Channel docuseries.

Arroe Collins
Illegal Yet Very Rewarding Mark Ramsey and Digger Manes From Moonshiners

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 8:04 Transcription Available


American moonshine originated over 300 years ago, when liquor makers rebelled against new taxes that threatened their livelihood. On this season of Discovery Channel's Moonshiners, history repeats itself as liquor prices skyrocket and trade wars cripple the legal market. Embracing their outlaw spirit and rebellious heritage, the moonshiners rise to the occasion and ramp up production to defy big business and seize the opportunity.As pressures spread beyond Appalachia, Canada sees a fresh demand for tariff-free liquor. With a bold, cross-border bootlegging operation, the likes of which has not been seen since Prohibition, longtime legal distiller Tim Smith crosses back to the outlaw side to chase a massive profit. Meanwhile, a close-call brush with the law leaves Mark and Digger hesitant to return to their rebellious ways. With the help of long-time bootlegger JB, they find out what it takes to rebuild their operation from the ground up. From fierce rivalries to relentless crackdowns, the moonshiners risk everything this season to keep their traditions alive, leading to explosive results.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Arroe Collins Like It's Live
Illegal Yet Very Rewarding Mark Ramsey and Digger Manes From Moonshiners

Arroe Collins Like It's Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 8:04 Transcription Available


American moonshine originated over 300 years ago, when liquor makers rebelled against new taxes that threatened their livelihood. On this season of Discovery Channel's Moonshiners, history repeats itself as liquor prices skyrocket and trade wars cripple the legal market. Embracing their outlaw spirit and rebellious heritage, the moonshiners rise to the occasion and ramp up production to defy big business and seize the opportunity.As pressures spread beyond Appalachia, Canada sees a fresh demand for tariff-free liquor. With a bold, cross-border bootlegging operation, the likes of which has not been seen since Prohibition, longtime legal distiller Tim Smith crosses back to the outlaw side to chase a massive profit. Meanwhile, a close-call brush with the law leaves Mark and Digger hesitant to return to their rebellious ways. With the help of long-time bootlegger JB, they find out what it takes to rebuild their operation from the ground up. From fierce rivalries to relentless crackdowns, the moonshiners risk everything this season to keep their traditions alive, leading to explosive results.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Arroe Collins
When You Break The Law You Have To Look Good Tim Smith From Moonshiners

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 9:39 Transcription Available


American moonshine originated over 300 years ago, when liquor makers rebelled against new taxes that threatened their livelihood. On this season of Discovery Channel's Moonshiners, history repeats itself as liquor prices skyrocket and trade wars cripple the legal market. Embracing their outlaw spirit and rebellious heritage, the moonshiners rise to the occasion and ramp up production to defy big business and seize the opportunity.As pressures spread beyond Appalachia, Canada sees a fresh demand for tariff-free liquor. With a bold, cross-border bootlegging operation, the likes of which has not been seen since Prohibition, longtime legal distiller Tim Smith crosses back to the outlaw side to chase a massive profit. Meanwhile, a close-call brush with the law leaves Mark and Digger hesitant to return to their rebellious ways. With the help of long-time bootlegger JB, they find out what it takes to rebuild their operation from the ground up. From fierce rivalries to relentless crackdowns, the moonshiners risk everything this season to keep their traditions alive, leading to explosive results. Download Press Release For more info, visit:https://press.wbd.com/us/media-release/discovery-channel/moonshiners-risk-it-all-amid-soaring-liquor-prices-and-high-stake-trade-wars-newBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Arroe Collins Like It's Live
When You Break The Law You Have To Look Good Tim Smith From Moonshiners

Arroe Collins Like It's Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 9:39 Transcription Available


American moonshine originated over 300 years ago, when liquor makers rebelled against new taxes that threatened their livelihood. On this season of Discovery Channel's Moonshiners, history repeats itself as liquor prices skyrocket and trade wars cripple the legal market. Embracing their outlaw spirit and rebellious heritage, the moonshiners rise to the occasion and ramp up production to defy big business and seize the opportunity.As pressures spread beyond Appalachia, Canada sees a fresh demand for tariff-free liquor. With a bold, cross-border bootlegging operation, the likes of which has not been seen since Prohibition, longtime legal distiller Tim Smith crosses back to the outlaw side to chase a massive profit. Meanwhile, a close-call brush with the law leaves Mark and Digger hesitant to return to their rebellious ways. With the help of long-time bootlegger JB, they find out what it takes to rebuild their operation from the ground up. From fierce rivalries to relentless crackdowns, the moonshiners risk everything this season to keep their traditions alive, leading to explosive results. Download Press Release For more info, visit:https://press.wbd.com/us/media-release/discovery-channel/moonshiners-risk-it-all-amid-soaring-liquor-prices-and-high-stake-trade-wars-newBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Digital Velocity
Episode 100: The 2026 AI Playbook — From Digital Employees to Real Business Impact with Pat Barry

Digital Velocity

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 42:07


In Episode 100 of the Digital Velocity Podcast, Erik Martinez is joined by Pat Barry, President of AI Consulting Partners, for a forward-looking conversation on where artificial intelligence is headed as we move into 2026. After several years of experimentation, this episode focuses on what it looks like when AI shifts from novelty to something embedded in everyday business operations. Pat brings more than two decades of experience in data science and AI, having worked with organizations like Discovery Channel, Google, and Fortune 100 brands including Unilever, McDonald's, and UnitedHealthcare. Together, Erik and Pat discuss why 2026 will be defined less by new tools and more by automation, confidence, and real operational change. As Erik notes, "I think it's going to be the year of automation," and Pat describes how advanced organizations are already managing AI as a "digital employee" supported by agents and sub-agents. Listeners will learn: • Why automation and AI agents are becoming practical tools for daily business use • How organizations are applying AI to improve communication, workflows, and clarity • Why measuring AI success may shift away from traditional ROI models • The risks of shadow AI and the need for clear training and policies • What agentic shopping and AI-powered search could mean for marketers and brands Throughout the conversation, Erik and Pat stress that progress with AI starts with intention. Pat cautions businesses to avoid rushing into tools and instead recommends experimenting within existing platforms and focusing on training. They also reinforce the importance of keeping a human in the loop to maintain quality and accountability. For marketers, operators, and executives across industries this milestone episode offers a practical look at how AI adoption is evolving heading into 2026. The takeaway is clear: focus on real problems, build confidence with the Large-Language Model tools, and prepare for a future where automation supports, not replaces, human work.

The Occupational Philosophers - A not-so-serious business podcast to spark Creativity, Imagination and Curiosity
Ep. 112: Guest episde with artists and Graphic Rewilders Catherine Borowoski and Lee Baker

The Occupational Philosophers - A not-so-serious business podcast to spark Creativity, Imagination and Curiosity

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 72:54


In Episode 112, The Occupational Philosophers chat with the artists, Catherine Borowski and Lee Baker, two exceptionally talented guests who show the true power of creative collaboration and imagination.  Together they have brought to life the SKIP Gallery; an international, collaborative, multi-disciplinary public art project dedicated to creating much-needed space, opportunities, funding and advocacy for emerging artists. The original idea was to forge opportunities for artistic interventions in unexpected places by repurposing rubbish skips.  In addition, they are also the founders of Graphic Rewilding, another large-scale public art project/s  creating vast, flower inspired, attention grabbing, positivity inducing artworks and immersive environments in often-overlooked and under-appreciated urban spaces And finally, PRODUCE UK provides a wide range of services for experiential event and placemaking clients; they have amassed an impressive portfolio of experience, working with such clients as Lumiere Light Festival, London Festival of Architecture, Cartoon Network, London Festival Week, Hem, Vanity Fair, Nike, Adidas and Discovery Channel. In this episode, they explore: Public art, everyday objects and filling a skip Bringing nature into urban landscapes How jarring your thinking can lead to greater levels of creativity Madonna's spiritual practice as a source of success Enjoying the process of making art Why being bored could be the greatest gift to curiosity and creativity How distraction is the thief of creativity What good collaboration looks like - it's not all smooth sailing… The beauty and psychological benefits of graphic rewilding  How communities are enhanced through public art And as ever, enjoy the Thought Experiment …this time it's: Skip or Big Bin? Learn more about Catherine and Lee https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-borowski-7b531b8/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-baker-ba2815145/ https://www.graphicrewilding.com/ https://www.produceuk.com/ https://www.instagram.com/catherine.borowski/ https://www.tiktok.com/@graphic_rewilding/video/7507316102276517142 References https://www.linkedin.com/posts/danielpink_this-one-image-can-make-you-more-creative-activity-7385767635411718144-Njqb/ https://veganfta.com/articles/2025/10/23/the-milking-herd-parades-through-london-to-protest-against-dairy/ https://www.michaeljohansson.com/ https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-324/ https://www.merlinsheldrake.com/entangled-life https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/madonna-jay-shetty-podcast-spiritualism-kabbalah-b2835518.html https://hbr.org/2025/08/you-need-to-be-bored-heres-why John and Simon hope you enjoy the show as much as they enjoyed making it. Its the reason they started this show - interesting, cool and creative people who have taken the path less travelled and kicked arse!  Say Hello to the OP  www.occupationalphilosophers.com Their day jobs JOHN Bowland Consulting SIMON www.simonbanks.com.au SIMON SHOWREEL  

Husband Material
Experience Healing Through Brainspotting (with Dr. David Grand)

Husband Material

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 38:09 Transcription Available


What is Brainspotting? How can it help men heal and outgrow porn? Find out from Dr. David Grand himself! In this episode, you'll learn how Brainspotting works, why it's unique, and how it accelerates recovery from porn/sex addiction.David Grand, PhD is the developer of Brainspotting, the groundbreaking relational brain-body, mindfulness-based method. He is the author of Brainspotting: The Revolutionary New Therapy for Rapid and Effective Change and the co-author of This is Your Brain on Sports. Dr. Grand has been widely featured in the media, including The New York Times, NBC National News, The Discovery Channel, CNN, MSNBC, Sports Illustrated, and Sirius Radio. Curious about Brainspotting?Read the book by David GrandFind a Brainspotter near you on the international directoryWork with Mike Chapman, Dr. Doug Carpenter, or Drew Boa (who are all Brainspotting Practitioners and Certified Husband Material Coaches).Join HMA to witness the power of Brainspotting (and maybe even try it out yourself) at Fantasy Fridays.Support the showTake the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: Listen to this podcast or watch on YouTube Step 2: Join the private Husband Material Community Step 3: Take the free mini-course: How To Outgrow Porn Step 4: Try the all-in-one program: Husband Material Academy Thanks for listening!

Standup Comedy
Comedy Vault: John Fox's 1983 New Year's Set- Show #287

Standup Comedy "Your Host and MC"

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2026 36:45 Transcription Available


Send us a textStep into a time machine with this gem pulled straight from the comedy vault! We're bringing you road comic legend John Fox's electric performance from a 1983 New Year's Eve show at Laughs Unlimited in Sacramento, when comedy had no filters and stand-up was truly unrestrained.Long before social media and cancel culture, comics like John Fox commanded stages across America with raw, boundary-pushing material that today's audiences might find shocking. Fox, who sadly passed away from cancer several years ago, represents the golden age of road comics - performers who built their reputations club by club, night after night. What makes this recording particularly special is that Fox was actually headlining above Yakov Smirnoff (who later became a household name) and Lois Bromfield, showing just how respected he was in comedy circles.The episode also features delightful historical artifacts - original radio promotions for Laughs Unlimited and the Magic Hat Bar by Sacramento radio personalities Paul and Phil from Y92, later known as "The Answer Guys" on the Discovery Channel. These vintage spots transport listeners to an era when local radio DJs were cultural influencers and comedy clubs were becoming fixtures across America.Fox's rapid-fire delivery and fearless approach to taboo subjects showcases why he was considered one of the best road comics of his generation. While his edgier material limited his mainstream television appearances, this recording preserves the magic that made him a favorite among comedy club audiences and fellow comedians alike.Whether you're a comedy history buff or simply curious about how stand-up has evolved over the decades, this episode offers both entertainment and education. Take a trip back to a wilder time in comedy - you might be surprised by how much has changed, and perhaps by how much remains the same at its core.Subscribe, share with friends, and leave a review to help others discover these treasures from comedy's past!Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Website....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More!"NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube Podcast Quality List: https://www.millionpodcasts.com/heritage-podcasts/ Please Write a Review: in-depth walk-through for leaving a review.Interested in Standup Comedy? Check out my books on Amazon..."20 Questions Answered about Being a Standup Comic""Be a Standup Comic...or just look like one"

BRAINZ PODCAST
Why Treating Symptoms Alone Fails to Create Lasting Change – Exclusive Interview With Genvièv St. Clair

BRAINZ PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 33:54


Genvièv St. Clair is an award-winning, board-certified educator and the founder of CORE NRG RESET™—a groundbreaking, science-backed methodology known for producing rapid and lasting transformation in cases considered chronic, complex, or resistant to treatment. A summa cum laude graduate from the Dept. of Doctorates of the Sorbonne, Genvièv has decades of specialized expertise in trauma and emergency medicine, neuroscience, integrative wellness, and forensic regression in criminal investigations. She is renowned for her unique ability to identify and resolve the causes responsible for persistent physiological, mental and emotional challenges.Genvièv has been featured on Discovery Channel, and interviewed on television, radio and podcasts programs worldwide. Her work is featured in international magazines and the New York Times best-selling series Chicken Soup for the Soul.In this episode, we explore:Rewiring the root causes of trauma, stress, and chronic conditionsWhy treating symptoms alone fails to create lasting changeThe science behind CORE NRG RESET™ for rapid and sustained transformationHow early life imprints shape adult behaviour, identity, and performanceReclaiming personal power through neuroscience, life intelligence, and in-depth healingWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Drunken Boxing Podcast
The Drunken Boxing Podcast #066 - Alex Richter

The Drunken Boxing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 82:48


The Drunken Boxing Podcast #066 - Alex RichterSifu Alex Richter is a martial arts fanatic who hosts The Kung Fu Genius Podcast and YouTube Channel, where he shares his in-depth knowledge of the Kung Fu world and corrects commonly held misconceptions.In just a few short years, he went from teaching at rented dance studios to developing the biggest Wing Tsun center in New York, City Wing Tsun. His intense expertise first gained worldwide exposure through his popular Wing Chun series on HowCast.com followed by a number of international interviews and magazine featured. Sifu Alex has been featured on VICE, The Discovery Channel, NBC, PBS, Black Belt Magazine, Kung Fu/Taichi Magazine, Wing Chun Illustrated, and Harper's Bazaar.Contact Sifu Alex Richter:https://www.sifualexrichter.com/The Kung Fu Genius YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheKungFuGenius---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * The SECRETS of XINGYI QUAN - Ep.10https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8Q8R5uNXc0* The Secrets of Xingyi Quan – REDUX | Episode 1https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnkGbwG8ow8* Get Your Kung-Fu Swag - Premium Martial Arts Apparel & Equipmenthttps://youtu.be/NK6exuWqjss* Liang Style Bagua Zhang Volume One - Foundational Practices available through the Mu Shin Martial Culture Website: https://www.mushinmartialculture.com/shop/p/liang-style-bagua-zhang-vol1-paperback* New Shaolin Kung Fu and Shaolin Temple Apparel!https://www.mushinmartialculture.com/shop/p/shaolin-retro-nes-teehttps://www.mushinmartialculture.com/shop/p/shaolin-temple-retro-tee---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ⚫ Support this channel and all my projects: https://www.patreon.com/mushinmartialculture ⚫Give us a tip/donation: https://tinyurl.com/mu-shin-tip ⚫ Learn martial arts from me via my Hua Jin Online Learning Program available through the above listed Patreon platform. For more info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uE1x_-jw-wQ ⚫ Check out my awesome merchandise!: https://www.mushinmartialculture.com/shop----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Drunken Boxing Podcast Anchor: https://anchor.fm/the-drunken-boxing-podcastRSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/d5c0c08/podcast/rssFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Drunken-Boxing-Podcast-801368680265940----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Mushin Martial Culture: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mushinmartialculturceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MushinmartialcultureTwitter: https://twitter.com/Mushin_MartialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mushinmartialculture/Podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-drunken-boxing-podcast----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music in this episode:White Bat Audioby Karl Casey @ White Bat AudioIntro/Outro Music Information: Artist: Mujo情 Track Title: Wu Dang Mountain Pt.2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0vg08N1z9G9LrGLkG1nNDS?autoplay=true&v=ABandcamp: https://mujobeatz.bandcamp.com/album/hidden-forestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mujobeatz/Used with permission from Mujo情

How To Fail With Elizabeth Day
Failure Throwback: Bear Grylls

How To Fail With Elizabeth Day

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 57:51


Bear Grylls has achieved worldwide fame as one of the most recognised faces of survival and outdoor adventure. A former SAS soldier, he has climbed Everest, circumnavigated the British Isles on a jet ski, rowed naked in a bathtub along the Thames and once broke his back in a parachuting accident. But he's most famous for his TV career. He starred in seven seasons of the Discovery Channel's Emmy Award-nominated Man vs. Wild TV series and hosted Running Wild, which has featured Bear taking President Obama, Julia Roberts, Roger Federer, Will Ferrell, Channing Tatum, and Kate Winslet on extreme adventures. Bear is thoughtful, open and surprisingly gentle. This conversation will make you reflect on resilience, bravery and what it really means to keep moving forward when things fall apart. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Living with nerves and self-doubt 07:12 Public success versus private fear 13:45 Losing his father and learning to live with grief 18:10 Breaking his back and rebuilding confidence 23:40 Faith, inner voices and self-belief 29:05 Courage, fear and moving towards the difficult things 35:20 Failing SAS selection and earning confidence 41:00 TV failure, risk and starting again 46:40 Why giving up is the only real failure

Crime Alert with Nancy Grace
Real-Life Home Alone Kid Thwarts Home Invasion Burglary | Crime Alert 2PM 12.29.25

Crime Alert with Nancy Grace

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 5:54 Transcription Available


A Long Island, New York seventh grader is being praised for his quick thinking after escaping a burglary in progress and calling police while a stranger was inside his home. A reality television personality who appeared on a Discovery Channel series is now accused of killing his cellmate inside a Las Vegas jail just days before he was scheduled to be released. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Law Enforcement Today Podcast
Working Undercover for the ATF

Law Enforcement Today Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 38:49


Working Undercover for the ATF: His Journey, Special Episode. Working undercover for the ATF is not just a job, it is a life lived in shadows, deception, and constant danger. For Lou Valoze, a retired federal agent with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, that life became his reality for nearly a decade as he infiltrated some of the most violent criminal organizations in the United States. Look for The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. His journey through police work at the federal level reveals the true cost of confronting violent crime head-on, while quietly removing thousands of illegal guns from the streets. This special episode is streaming for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and most every major Podcast platform A Life Lived Undercover Lou Valoze's career stands apart even within federal law enforcement circles. As a long-term undercover ATF agent, he specialized in “storefront stings”, covert operations where agents create fake businesses to attract criminals involved in gun trafficking, drugs, and organized crime. Supporting articles about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin . “These criminals believed I was one of them,” Valoze explains. “That was the only way to get close enough to stop them.” By posing as a gun runner, Valoze gained the trust of violent offenders, gang members, and organized crime groups. Over time, those relationships led to the seizure of more than a thousand illegal firearms and the arrest of countless dangerous individuals. Working Undercover for the ATF: His Journey, Special Episode. Available for free on their website and streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and other podcast platforms. From Business to Federal Law Enforcement Valoze's path to undercover work was far from typical. With a background in economics and business, he initially pursued a career in banking. Everything changed after a chance conversation with an undercover Drug Enforcement Administration agent. “That single conversation flipped my entire future,” Valoze recalls. “I realized I wanted to serve, to make a real difference.” That decision led him to the Department of Justice and eventually to a 25-year career with the ATF, where his expertise reshaped undercover operations nationwide. Storefront Stings and Violent Crime Storefront stings became Valoze's signature. These operations allowed ATF agents to dismantle criminal networks from the inside, identifying gun traffickers who fueled violent crime by supplying weapons to prohibited persons, gangs, and drug dealers. Working Undercover for the ATF: His Journey, Special Episode. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast episode is available for free on their website , Apple Podcasts , Spotify and most major podcast platforms. “Storefronts gave us something traditional policing couldn't,” Valoze says. “Time, access, and insight into how these groups really operated.” From 2006 to 2014, Valoze's fictitious businesses served as magnets for criminal activity, resulting in thousands of guns seized and millions of dollars' worth of drugs removed from circulation. The Toll of a Double Life While the successes were significant, the personal toll was heavy. Living undercover meant maintaining a constant dual identity, blurring the line between law enforcement and criminal persona. The interview can be found on The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and across most podcast platforms where listeners will find authentic law enforcement stories. “There were moments when it became hard to tell where the undercover role ended and where I began,” Valoze admits. That psychological strain, combined with the ever-present threat of exposure, became one of the most challenging aspects of his career. These experiences are documented in his book, Storefront Sting: An ATF Agent's Life Undercover, co-authored with Brian Whitney. Working Undercover for the ATF: His Journey, Special Episode. Telling the Story: Book, Podcast, and Documentary Published in 2022, Storefront Sting offers an insider's look at one of the most dangerous and successful undercover operations in ATF history. The book chronicles how small-time fencing schemes evolved into deep infiltrations of major criminal organizations. “This story needed to be told,” Valoze says. “Not for me, but so people understand what it takes to take violent criminals off the streets.” His work has since expanded beyond the book. Valoze now shares his journey through speaking engagements, podcast appearances on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast available for free on their website, plus Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and most major podcast platforms. It is also featured across their Facebook, Instagram, and major news platforms like their Medium and Blogspot pages. The full podcast episode is streaming now on their website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. His operations are also highlighted in the Discovery Channel series Operation Undercover: Guns & Drugs in Carolina, streaming on Discovery, HBO Max, and Investigation Discovery. The documentary provides a rare, in-depth look at the risks, strategy, and human cost of federal undercover work. Protecting Communities Through Federal Policing The ATF's mission is central to Valoze's story. As a federal agency under the Department of Justice, the ATF confronts violent crime involving firearms, explosives, arson, and illegal trafficking. Through advanced crime gun intelligence and partnerships with state and local police, the agency works to dismantle the networks that fuel violence. Working Undercover for the ATF: His Journey, Special Episode. “Every gun we took off the street meant fewer chances for someone to get hurt,” Valoze reflects. A Legacy of Service Today, Lou Valoze is recognized not only as a retired ATF agent, but as an author, speaker, and voice for those who have worked in silence to protect American communities. His journey offers a rare glimpse into the realities of working undercover for the ATF, and the sacrifices required to confront violent crime at its source. “This wasn't about glory,” Valoze says. “It was about doing the job, even when no one could know who you really were.” This Special Episode explores the unseen world of federal undercover policing, where trust is weaponized, danger is constant, and the fight against violent crime happens far from the spotlight. Listeners can tune in on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and most every major Podcast platform and follow updates on Facebook, Instagram, and other major News outlets. You can find the show on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, X (formerly Twitter), and LinkedIn, as well as read companion articles and updates on Medium, Blogspot, YouTube, and even IMDB. You can help contribute money to make the Gunrunner Movie . The film that Hollywood won't touch. It is about a now Retired Police Officer that was shot 6 times while investigating Gunrunning. He died 3 times during Medical treatment and was resuscitated. You can join the fight by giving a monetary “gift” to help ensure the making of his film at agunrunnerfilm.com . Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. You can contact John J. “Jay” Wiley by email at Jay@letradio.com , or learn more about him on their website . Stay connected with updates and future episodes by following the show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, their website and other Social Media Platforms. Find a wide variety of great podcasts online at The Podcast Zone Facebook Page , look for the one with the bright green logo. Be sure to check out our website . Be sure to follow us on X , Instagram , Facebook, Pinterest, Linkedin and other social media platforms for the latest episodes and news. Working Undercover for the ATF: His Journey, Special Episode. 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Notable Leaders' Radio
The Power of Being Human: 2025 Takeaways from Notable Leaders Radio

Notable Leaders' Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 37:37


Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I am going to share the wisdom from this year's guests. I noticed a theme in the messages that the guests shared. They each spoke from their perspectives on the importance of failure and being human as key elements of their success. Not the lack of them, but rather embracing them. In today's episode, we discuss: Remember that you succeed because you're human, not despite it. Give yourself permission to feel, learn, and be imperfect, self‑trust and humanity fuel far better leadership than white‑knuckled control ever will Commit fully to the action and loosen your grip on the outcome. When you focus on aligned effort instead of rigid results, "failure" turns into feedback, experimentation feels safer, and it becomes much easier to stay in motion. Let your intuition come to work. The quirks, nonlinear career steps, and hard‑won stories you're tempted to hide are often exactly what make your leadership memorable, trustworthy, and uniquely valuable. Build flexible "blueprints" instead of rigid scripts. Map out where you're headed, but hold the plan lightly so you can adjust to new information, opportunities, or constraints without losing your sense of direction. In seasons of disruption, ask: Who am I becoming? Instead of freezing or bracing for impact, use job changes, industry shifts, or personal upheavals as prompts to align more closely with the kind of leader and human you want to be. Normalize vulnerability as part of your leadership toolkit. Naming your struggles, asking for help, or saying "I don't know yet" builds trust, strengthens teams, and creates room for others to be honest about what they need to thrive. Belinda's Bio:  Belinda is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant, and Keynote speaker, and a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals, and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda works with organizations such as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, Portland Trail Blazers, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, Belinda has conducted over 120 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders, who share their personal journeys to success, revealing the truth about what it took to achieve their success on her Notable Leaders Radio podcast. She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President and Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing over 500 people worldwide. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace.   Website: Belindapruyne.com Email Address: hello@belindapruyne.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/  Surround yourself with experienced mentors. From public speaking training to business skills, Jourdan emphasizes that growing into leadership is a journey supported by those who have already walked the path.

Historians At The Movies
Episode 173: Is Hamburger Hill the greatest war film we ever forgot?

Historians At The Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 99:02


This week historians John McManus and Waitman Beorn drop in to talk about the history behind Hamburger Hill, arguably the greatest war film we ever forgot.About our guests:John C. McManus is Curators' Distinguished Professor of U.S. military history at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T). This professorship is bestowed by the University of Missouri Board of Curators on the most outstanding scholars in the University of Missouri system. McManus is the first ever Missouri S&T faculty member in the humanities to be named Curators' Distinguished Professor. As one of the nation's leading military historians, and the author of fifteen well received books on the topic, he is in frequent demand as a speaker and expert commentator. In addition to dozens of local and national radio programs, he has appeared on Cnn.com, Fox News, C-Span, the Military Channel, the Discovery Channel, the National Geographic Channel, Netflix, the Smithsonian Network, the History Channel and PBS, among others. He also served as historical advisor for the bestselling book and documentary Salinger, the latter of which appeared nationwide in theaters and on PBS's American Masters Series. During the 2018-2019 academic year, he was in residence at the U.S. Naval Academy as the Leo A. Shifrin Chair of Naval and Military History, a distinguished visiting professorship. His current project is a major three volume history of the U.S. Army in the Pacific/Asia theater during World War II. He is the host of two podcasts, Someone Talked! in tandem with the National D-Day Memorial, and We Have Ways of Making You Talk in the USA alongside Al Murray and James Holland. Dr. Waitman Wade Beorn is an associate professor in History at Northumbria University in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK.  Dr. Beorn was previously the Director of the Virginia Holocaust Museum in Richmond, VA and the inaugural Blumkin Professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at the University of Nebraska-Omaha.  His first book, Marching Into Darkness: The Wehrmacht and the Holocaust in Belarus (Harvard University Press) Dr. Beorn is also the author of The Holocaust in Eastern Europe: At the Epicenter of the Final Solution (Bloomsbury Press, 2018) and has recently finished a book on the Janowska concentration camp outside of Lviv, Ukraine. That book Between the Wires: The Janowska Camp and the Holocaust in Lviv was released in August 2024 from Nebraska University Press.  Between the Wires was recognised as a Finalist for the National Jewish Book Award in the United States.He is currently on research leave thanks to an AHRC Research, Development, and Engagement Fellowship.  This fellowship supports his work on a project entitled Visualizing Janowska: Creating a Digital Architectural Model of a Nazi Concentration Camp.  This interdisciplinary project will build a digital reconstruction of the Janowska concentration camp based on historical sources as most of the site is gone today.  Dr. Beorn is managing a team of architects and digital modellers to accomplish this and is partnered with the Holocaust Education Trust, the Wiener Holocaust Library, the Lviv Center for Urban History, the Duke Digital Art History and Visual Culture Lab, and the Holocaust Center North. Dr. Beorn has published work in Holocaust and Genocide Studies, Central European History, German Studie

True Crime Odyssey
TGF 071 Johnny Gosch: The Redacted Report

True Crime Odyssey

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 29:59 Transcription Available


On September fifth, nineteen eighty two, twelve year old Johnny Gosch walked out of his West Des Moines home before dawn to deliver newspapers and vanished without a trace. His case changed America forever, leading to the first missing child on a milk carton and landmark legislation that transformed how we handle abducted children.But the story most people know barely scratches the surface of what really happened.In this episode of The Redacted Report, we dig into the buried facts, the covered-up connections, and the questions that powerful people have spent four decades trying to silence.We begin with Police Chief Orval Cooney, the man tasked with finding Johnny. What most people don't know is that Cooney had a violent past, including a nineteen fifty one assault conviction. Just months before Johnny disappeared, eighteen of his own officers went on record accusing him of brutality, harassment, and drinking on duty. When volunteers searched for Johnny, witnesses say Cooney climbed onto a picnic table and told everyone to go home, calling the missing boy a damn runaway. He stonewalled the family at every turn until his sudden death in two thousand three, just as a lawsuit was about to expose what he knew. Then there's the newspaper itself. Johnny delivered papers for the Des Moines Register, the same company that employed Frank Sykora, who admitted to molesting at least seven paperboys, and Wilbur Millhouse, a former circulation manager found with a list of twenty two hundred boys' names when he was arrested. Millhouse reportedly told people for years that he knew who took Johnny and why. We examine the chilling prediction made two months before thirteen year old Eugene Martin vanished in nineteen eighty four. According to Noreen Gosch, a private investigator warned her another paperboy would be taken the second weekend of August on the south side of Des Moines. She passed this information to authorities. They did nothing. Eugene disappeared exactly when and where predicted. The episode explores the proof of life that emerged after Johnny's abduction. A confirmed sighting in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where investigators said a boy crying for help was positively identified as Johnny. A dollar bill with his authenticated signature surfacing in Sioux City three years later. Signs that Johnny was alive, somewhere, trying to send a message. We dive deep into the Franklin Credit Union scandal and the testimony of Paul Bonacci, who claimed he was forced to participate in Johnny's kidnapping. Bonacci knew physical details about Johnny that weren't public knowledge. A federal judge ruled his testimony truthful and awarded him one million dollars in a civil judgment. Yet police never interviewed him about the Gosch case.he investigation into Franklin led to tragedy. State investigator Gary Caradori was collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, building a case against powerful people. On July eleventh, nineteen ninety, his plane came apart in midair over an Illinois cornfield. He and his eight year old son were killed. His briefcase of newly obtained evidence was never recovered. A documentary about the scandal called Conspiracy of Silence was pulled from the Discovery Channel before it could air. We trace the trafficking network run by John David Norman, a career predator whose operations spanned decades. His thirty thousand customer index cards were sent to the State Department and destroyed. His associate Phillip Paske worked for John Wayne Gacy. Investigators following witness testimony found an abandoned Colorado ranch with a hidden underground chamber and children's initials carved into the walls. The episode covers Noreen Gosch's claim that Johnny visited her in nineteen ninety seven, fifteen years after his disappearance, and the mysterious envelope of photographs left on her doorstep in two thousand six showing bound and gagged children, one of whom she believes is her son. Johnny Gosch would be fifty five years old today. No arrests have ever been made. No body has ever been found. The West Des Moines Police Department still refuses to release their complete case file. Someone knows what happened that September morning. Someone drove the blue Ford Fairmont. Someone flicked that dome light three times. And someone has kept this secret for over four decades. This is the story they buried. This is The Redacted Report.

Ben Greenfield Life
The Untold Science Of Vibration Therapy & The “BioDrive” Breakthrough That Regulates Your Mind and Body, With Dr. Mike North

Ben Greenfield Life

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 68:50


Full Shownotes: bengreenfieldlife.com/shiftwavepodcast On this episode of the Boundless Life podcast, I sit down with Mike North, a four-time Discovery Channel host, scientist, engineer, and CEO/co-founder of Shiftwave. Mike shares the remarkable story behind Shiftwave, a technology that uses targeted vibrations and sensory input to reset and regulate the nervous system, boost recovery, and unlock everything from deep relaxation to sharp focus. We dive into the science and engineering behind the device, tracing its origins in regenerative therapy and showing how custom protocols can optimize mind and body. Mike and I discuss the latest research and breakthroughs shaping this technology, and I share my own experiences using Shiftwave for better sleep, athletic recovery, and nervous system health. Mike North, PhD, is a scientist-engineer, entrepreneur, and pioneer in human optimization. Afour-time Discovery Channel host—including the hit series Outrageous Acts of Science—Northhas taught at UC Berkeley, published in Nature, and developed technologies that bridgeengineering and human performance. Visit - http://shiftwave.co/bengreenfield for a discount. Episode Sponsors: Pique: Pique Teas is where plants and science intersect to produce teas and supplements of unrivaled efficacy, purity, and convenience. Go to Piquelife.com/Ben to get 20% off for life, plus a free starter kit with a rechargeable frother and glass beaker to elevate your ritual. Hiya: Give your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. I’ve secured a special deal with Hiya on their best-selling children's vitamin—get 50% off your first order today! To claim this deal, you must go to hiyahealth.com/BEN (it is not available on their regular website). BEAM Minerals: If you want to up your mineral game, give BEAM Minerals a try. Go to beamminerals.com and use code BEN at checkout for 20% off your order. Muse: Muse S Athena combines clinical-grade EEG and fNIRS technology to train your brain in real time while tracking sleep with 86% expert-level accuracy. Get 15% off at choosemuse.com/BENGREENFIELD or use code BENGREENFIELD at checkout. Apollo: Apollo is a safe and non-invasive wearable that actively improves your sleep. Head over to apolloneuro.com/bengreenfield and use code BENGREENFIELD for $90 off. LMNT: Everyone needs electrolytes, especially those on low-carb diets, who practice intermittent or extended fasting, are physically active, or sweat a lot. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/BenGreenfield to get a free sample pack with your purchase!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notable Leaders' Radio
Discovering Your Path: Tools for Self-Trust and Life Transformation with Chad Lefevre.

Notable Leaders' Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 30:51


I heard from so many of you after my first conversation with today's guest that I asked him to come back and take our conversation to the next level.   Who is this mystery guest? Well, today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with Chad Lefevre, Founder and Ceo of The Most Important Conversations. He highlights how embracing your unique wiring as a creator can transform uncertainty into opportunity and inspire you to step into your own leadership and impact. In today's episode, we discuss: Discover Your Early Sparks. Ever wonder why some kids just don't stop asking "why?" Chad did that to the point of driving his mom nuts. So it was no surprise that, in Catholic school, the traditions and rituals drew him toward life's deeper mysteries. That kid-like curiosity? It's your clue to passions waiting to light up your path, no matter your age now.​   Own Your Unique Wiring. Notice where you think differently, ask endless questions, or spot connections others miss. Chad calls this your natural wiring, not a glitch, and says leaning into it turns "annoying" traits into your secret edge for fresh ideas. We've all got that inner wiring; the question is, are you plugging it in?   Master the Pause in Chaos. That urge to react when life hits hard? Chad's emotional sobriety trick, feel it, breathe, saved him from recycling stress loops. In our wild world of AI shake-ups and uncertainty, this space between trigger and response is your superpower for calm, smart moves.   Step Up in the Storm. With jobs shifting and change everywhere, do your best not to freeze like you are watching a car wreck. Chad challenges us: who will you become amid it all, a fighter, fleer, or creator, grabbing the opportunity? Link arms in community, trust your gut, and turn disruption into your breakthrough story.   RESOURCES: Complementary Resources: …https://www.inc.com/tracy-leigh-hazzard/building-fans-by-connecting-brands-to-brains.html  Guest Bio: Chad Lefevre is an international Design Thinker, business philosopher and strategist, author, speaker and psychonaught with twenty years of senior business experience, successfully designing business strategy, and leading cultural transformation and leadership development initiatives from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies.  Chad's work centers around Liberation, creativity, and being-centered human potential. He focuses on designing and delivering on what is possible when human beings are liberated, in alignment, empowered, and supported to overcome limiting perceptions and beliefs, to increase performance and deliver desired outcomes for themselves and the companies they work for.  Chad is Founder and CEO of The Most Important Conversations (TMIC) a ground-breaking weekly online transformation community, which some have referred to as "AA for healthy normals". Previously, he was Founder of NeuroBe Inc., a research and consulting firm focused on delivering profound performance inside of corporations by working with leaders in the areas of being, perception, and cognitive mastery. He was also co-Founder of Ncite Neuromedia, a neuroscience-based video game development company specializing in leadership development through what he referred to as "transformational gaming".  Chad has has architected transformative business strategies and solutions effecting the areas of business operations, leadership development, cultural transformation and team building, branding, PR and marketing communications (for which he was featured in INC.). His work has included serving such companies/brands as: Coca-Cola, TELUS, Sony Music Latin, Music World, SimWin (AI sports leagues), United Way, Shell, Hoffman, the Canfield Group, Bell, Richard Blanco: Poet Laureate to the Obama Administration; co-producing SANG (which featured leading thinkers including Tony Robbins, Jack Canfield, Peter Guber, Tony Hsieh, and Peter Diamandis, among hundreds of others); co-producing the Sundance Thought Leader Summit, participating in Larry King's Breakfast Club, among others. Chad is an avid student and researcher in the areas of neuropsychology, perception, and choice making. Other areas of research and expertise supporting his work include game theory, complexity theory, change management, and Systems Thinking.  Website/Social Links …  https://chadlefevre.com The Most Important Conversations @ https://tmicglobal.com https://tmicglobal.com  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadlefevre /   Belinda's Bio: Belinda is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker and a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda works with such organizations as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, Belinda has delivered more than 72 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who share their inner journey to success; letting you know the truth of what it took to achieve their success in her Notable Leaders Radio podcast. She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace. Website: Belindapruyne.com Email Address: hello@belindapruyne.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/

La ContraCrónica
Batalla por la Warner

La ContraCrónica

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 55:21


El viernes pasado Netflix anunció un acuerdo para adquirir las divisiones de estudios de cine y televisión y el servicio de streaming HBO Max de Warner Bros por 72.000 millones de dólares, un importe que asciende a los 82.700 millones si incluimos la deuda. La transacción, en efectivo y acciones, valora cada acción de Warner Bros en 27,75 dólares, es decir, por encima de lo que se están pagando en el mercado. Esta operación, aprobada ya por los consejos de ambas compañías, se concretará tras la separación de los activos de redes de cable de Warner (CNN, TNT y Discovery Channel) que conformarán una nueva sociedad llamada Discovery Global. El acuerdo se materializará en unos meses cuando haya pasado el filtro regulatorio. El anuncio es un capítulo más una intensa batalla de ofertas iniciada en septiembre de este año, cuando Paramount Global, presidida por David Ellison, el hijo del dueño de Oracle, Larry Ellison, se ofreció a comprar la compañía en su totalidad. Respaldado por fondos soberanos de Oriente Medio y con lazos con la administración Trump, Paramount ofrecía 30 dólares por acción. Su objetivo era fortalecer Paramount+ sumándole el amplio catálogo de Warner para competir con gigantes como Disney y Netflix. Ellison no se ha dado por vencido. Ayer mismo lanzó una OPA hostil para tentar de nuevo a los accionistas. Si el acuerdo sigue su curso Netflix, pionera del streaming, se fortalecerá apuntalando su liderazgo. Se queda con Warner Bros. Studios, DC Comics, y franquicias legendarias como Harry Potter, Batman, Superman, Juego de Tronos, Friends, The Big Bang Theory, Los Soprano, y clásicos como Casablanca y El Mago de Oz. HBO, fundada en 1972 como un canal premium de cable especializado en series y películas, aporta un archivo inmenso de más de 50 años de producción televisiva. Con presencia en todo el mundo, la fusión crearía una inmensa plataforma de video a la demanda ya que suma los 300 millones de suscriptores de Netflix a los 128 millones de HBO Max y Discovery+. Esto potenciará la retención de usuarios, permitirá reajustes de precios y afectará de lleno a la producción cinematográfica. El acuerdo plantea una serie de interrogantes regulatorios que podrían frustrar la operación. A eso mismo se agarra Paramount, que ha presionado intensamente en Washington acercándose al equipo de Trump. Para Netflix no está todo perdido. El regulador es independiente y ya en el pasado falló a favor de fusiones similares. El hecho es que en un mercado hipercompetitivo en el que Netflix se mantiene a la cabeza pero pierde terreno ante YouTube y Twitch (gratuitos y financiados con publicidad), esta fusión redefine el sector. En principio HBO Max se mantendrá, pero no sabemos durante cuanto tiempo y si seguirá explotando en exclusiva su catálogo. Para los consumidores se reduce el abanico de elección de plataforma y quizá suban los precios. En Hollywood, entretanto, asumen que la industria del entretenimiento es cosa ya de las grandes tecnológicas que poco a poco han terminado haciéndose dueñas de todo. En La ContraRéplica: 0:00 Introducción 3:40 Batalla por la Warner 37:06 “Contra el pesimismo”… https://amzn.to/4m1RX2R 39:05 Cambio de Gobierno en Venezuela 44:39 Campaña sincronizada contra la UE 50:31 Acoso en las redes sociales · Canal de Telegram: https://t.me/lacontracronica · “Contra el pesimismo”… https://amzn.to/4m1RX2R · “Hispanos. Breve historia de los pueblos de habla hispana”… https://amzn.to/428js1G · “La ContraHistoria del comunismo”… https://amzn.to/39QP2KE · “La ContraHistoria de España. Auge, caída y vuelta a empezar de un país en 28 episodios”… https://amzn.to/3kXcZ6i · “Contra la Revolución Francesa”… https://amzn.to/4aF0LpZ · “Lutero, Calvino y Trento, la Reforma que no fue”… https://amzn.to/3shKOlK Apoya La Contra en: · Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/diazvillanueva · iVoox... https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-contracronica_sq_f1267769_1.html · Paypal... https://www.paypal.me/diazvillanueva Sígueme en: · Web... https://diazvillanueva.com · Twitter... https://twitter.com/diazvillanueva · Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/fernandodiazvillanueva1/ · Instagram... https://www.instagram.com/diazvillanueva · Linkedin… https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernando-d%C3%ADaz-villanueva-7303865/ · Flickr... https://www.flickr.com/photos/147276463@N05/?/ · Pinterest... https://www.pinterest.com/fernandodiazvillanueva Encuentra mis libros en: · Amazon... https://www.amazon.es/Fernando-Diaz-Villanueva/e/B00J2ASBXM #FernandoDiazVillanueva #warner #netflix Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Adventure Audio
Maxime Chaya - Explorer and Adventurer

Adventure Audio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 100:51


Today's guest is Maxime Chaya, Lebanon's foremost adventurer and the first person from his country to stand atop Mount Everest, which he summited in 2006. That Everest climb was actually featured on Discovery Channel's reality series "Everest: Beyond the Limit," but it was just one chapter in an extraordinary career of exploration.Max went on to complete the Seven Summits—the highest peak on every continent—and then pushed further, adding ski expeditions to the North and South Poles to achieve what's known as the Three Poles or the Explorer's Grand Slam .In 2013, he took to the ocean, rowing across the Indian Ocean with two crew mates and setting a Guinness World speed record in the process—covering over 5,800 kilometers in just under 58 days.But one of Max's most remarkable adventures came on two wheels. He and British ultra-runner Steve Holyoak completed not one, but two bikepacking expeditions across the Rub' al Khali—the Empty Quarter, the world's largest sand desert. Their first crossing in 2016 took them 1,500 kilometers from Abu Dhabi to Salalah, Oman in 21 days. They loved it so much they went back for more, this time riding 2,500 kilometers from Jeddah to Muscat over 33 days.Back home in Lebanon, Max continues to promote adventure sports throughout the region. He's also a sought-after motivational speaker, sharing his philosophy that "There is an Everest for Everyone."Please welcome Maxime Chaya.

Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast
Can You Survive? | Higher Line Podcast #261

Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 77:32


Craig Caudill is a best-selling backcountry survival author and lead instructor of the Nature Reliance School based in Kentucky. He has facilitated courses in survival, tracking, and wilderness navigation for students from 20 universities across the Southeast. He also collaborates with various conservation and stewardship organizations, using his skills to further their missions and broadening his impact. Caudill's served as a featured expert on the Discovery Channel, History Channel, America's Most Wanted, Fox News and CNN. He's also helped train many agencies of the US Military and Law Enforcement.   To learn more about Craig Caudill visit NatureReliance.org and follow @NatureReliance on Instagram.   RELATED PODCASTS: Self Reliance | Higher Line Podcast #211 An Owl Took His Eye! and other amazing stories | Higher Line Podcast #223 He uses the world's strongest horses for logging | Higher Line Podcast #228   ---   Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner   The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and most importantly CarryTrainer.com.

Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect
"NETFLIX TO BUY WARNER BROS. IN $83 BILLION DEAL"

Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 22:32


Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Dive into the seismic Netflix-Warner Bros. Discovery deal reshaping streaming in this Analytic Dreamz segment on Notorious Mass Effect. The $72 billion acquisition merges Netflix's 300M subscribers with HBO Max's 130M, targeting 430M global users—possibly $83B including debt. Set for Q3 2026 close, it requires spinning off CNN, Discovery Channel, TBS, and TNT.Netflix scores powerhouse IPs: Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, The Sopranos, and classics like Casablanca, Citizen Kane. Columbia Business School's Kathryn Harrigan praises the unmatched library. HBO Max stays separate—no subscriber shifts yet—but co-CEO Gregory Peters signals post-close bundles, tiering, and integration amid overlap.Price hikes expected in 12-18 months. Regulatory hurdles mount: Sen. Elizabeth Warren calls it an 'anti-monopoly nightmare'; Trump administration skeptical per CNBC. Paramount-Skydance ($8.4B bid) and Comcast challenge, citing dominance risks. SAG-AFTRA warns of creative workforce threats. CEO Ted Sarandos defends: pro-consumer, pro-innovation, pro-worker, expanding choice.Warner films keep theatrical runs. Netflix also seals $1B Fort Monmouth acquisition for 12 soundstages, 500K sq ft production by 2028. Sarandos-Trump meetings add intrigue. $5.8B breakup fee if failed. Bids beat $28/share. This rivals Disney-Fox, building history's largest streaming empire. Analytic Dreamz delivers the essential analysis.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Wall Street Skinny
HBO's about to be owned by Netflix!? Breaking Down the Netflix / Warner Brothers $72Bn M&A Deal

The Wall Street Skinny

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 18:55


Send us a textThis week Kristen and Jen break down the blockbuster Netflix–Warner Bros. deal. Netflix has agreed to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery's studio and streaming assets — HBO, Max, Warner Bros. Studios, and its iconic content library — for $27.75 per share in a cash and stock deal. But before the deal closes, Warner Bros. will spin off its cable networks (CNN, TBS, Discovery Channel, and more) into a separate company. That means Netflix is only buying the good stuff — no legacy cable attached.This episode dives into the complex mechanics behind the transaction: how the spin-off works, what a "collar" means in M&A land, and why this $72 billion equity offer came with a surprisingly low premium. Also: there was a whole bidding war behind the scenes. Paramount / Skydance wanted to buy the entire company. Comcast and Netflix were just after the streaming assets and studio business. Why did Netflix win? What happens next? And will this deal reshape the future of streaming as we know it? This episode is a full M&A teach-in wrapped in an entertainment headline — and yes, we also talk about Industry coming back soon.Learn more about 9fin HEREShop our Self Paced Courses: Investment Banking & Private Equity Fundamentals HEREFixed Income Sales & Trading HERE Wealthfront.com/wss. This is a paid endorsement for Wealthfront. May not reflect others' experiences. Similar outcomes not guaranteed. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. Rate subject to change. Promo terms apply. If eligible for the boosted rate of 4.15% offered in connection with this promo, the boosted rate is also subject to change if base rate decreases during the 3 month promo period.The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC ("Wealthfront Brokerage"), Member FINRA/SIPC. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The Annual Percentage Yield ("APY") on cash deposits as of 11/7/25, is representative, requires no minimum, and may change at any time. The APY reflects the weighted average of deposit balances at participating Program Banks, which are not allocated equally. Wealthfront Brokerage sweeps cash balances to Program Banks, where they earn the variable APY. Sources HERE.

Shameless Sex
Bonus Episode: Why You Should Interview Your Parents

Shameless Sex

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 70:19


In this bonus episode Amy interviews dear friend, fellow podcaster, and talented author Kyle Thiermann all about his new book One Last Question Before You Go. Kyle shares everything from why we should all do this to strategies for interviewing and asking great questions that will not only change your connection to your parents, but also all of your relationships whether romantic, strictly platonic, or even in the professional world. This book will inspire you and change your life. Tune in to learn why. More about Kyle: An award-winning journalist, pro big wave surfer, and podcast host with over 400 episodes, Kyle Thiermann is curiosity in motion. His podcast guests include longevity expert Dr. Peter Attia, 3x Surfing World Champion Mick Fanning, and his own dad—where the idea for his first book began.  Blending witty narrative with practical advice, One Last Question Before You Go explores the art of interviewing our parents. As Thiermann writes, “Questions are invitations to see our parents in the present tense, and a declaration that we care about the wisdom of elders in a culture obsessed with youth.” Kyle has written for Outside, SURFER, and Discovery Channel, covering indigenous conflicts in Chile and exposing how Hawaii's wild pigs are killing coral. A cultural provocateur at heart, Kyle has spearheaded national advertising campaigns for cult brands including MUDWTR, Yeti, and Patagonia, crafting billboards above LAX and viral commercials seen by over 100 million people. You can order the book on Amazon or by clicking this link: https://geni.us/onelastqbeforeyougo Learn more about Kyle here: https://www.kylethiermann.com Follow him on IG @kyle_tman Other links: Get 10% off + free shipping with code SHAMELESS on Uberlube AKA our favorite lubricant at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://uberlube.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off while learning the art of pleasure at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://OMGyes.com/shameless⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get 15% off all of your sex toys with code SHAMELESSSEX at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://purepleasureshop.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Barn Talk
How to Create a Brand That Fuels a Life of Freedom w/ Tim Jones

Barn Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 147:29


Welcome to Barn Talk! In today's episode, Sawyer and Tork are joined by brand builder, restaurateur, and bourbon aficionado Tim Jones. From his small-town Kentucky upbringing—where cattle farming, moonshining, and greeting card factories shaped his early days—to working with iconic bourbon brands like Buffalo Trace and Weller, Tim Jones shares his journey through the world of creativity and entrepreneurship. We dig into the grit behind building great brands, Tim Jones's leap into owning his own businesses, including the buzzworthy Boondogs hot dog joint, and how bourbon became a centerpiece of his story. Plus, hear about Tim Jones's behind-the-scenes experiences on Discovery Channel's Moonshiners and Master Distiller, and the lessons learned from both triumphs and setbacks (including exploding cans!). This episode packs practical wisdom, laughs, and inspiration for anyone chasing their own vision—whether you're a farmer, a founder, or just a fellow bourbon lover.Shop Farmer Grade

Sound Retirement Radio
464 Let's Talk About Gold - Should You Own It?

Sound Retirement Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 30:26


Gold is up more than 50% year-to-date. Costco has been selling gold bars that fly off the shelves. The Discovery Channel's hit show Gold Rush draws millions of viewers. And central banks around the world have been buying gold at record levels. Demand is high—and the price reflects it. So in today's podcast, I want to dive into all things gold: what it is, what makes it valuable, why people invest in it, and my own philosophy about owning it. To find links and resources mentioned in today's podcast, visit SoundRetirementPlanning.com and click on episode #464. The Retirement Budget Calculator is an intuitive tool that promises ease and accuracy. However, like any tool, user error could potentially lead to costly mistakes. To avoid this, let the experienced advisors at Parker Financial LLC guide you. When you hire our team, we offer a comprehensive review of your current investments, taxes, and the data in the Retirement Budget Calculator. We will ensure your plan's completeness and accuracy, helping you create an investment strategy, assist with tax planning, and monitor your plan to maximize your retirement journey. At Parker Financial we offer a well-crafted retirement investment strategy, deeply rooted in academic data and financial science which can be the key to a prosperous retirement. Don't leave your future to chance. Take the first step towards a sound retirement. Schedule your complimentary discovery session now by visiting Parker-Financial.net let us help you make the most of your retirement years.      

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