Podcasts about distinctive

What does it really look like to go from unclear offers… to $40K contracts? In this episode, I'm joined by April Wilhelm, a consultant and fractional CMO/COO — and a TDE client who completely transformed her business through the program. Before TDE, April struggled to explain her process to potential clients and close high-value deals. After building her Distinctive Edge and a clear, client-facing framework? → She closed a $40K contract → Booked out her client roster → Left her 9-5 to go full-time in her business Listen in to hear exactly what shifted — and how April now confidently pitches (and lands!) her dream clients. →Follow April on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsaprilwilhelm/  →Ready to build YOUR Distinctive Edge? DM me “TDE” or apply here: https://meganyelaney.com/tde   

Go to http://kindafunny.com/XREAL to grab yours now! IO's James Bond game has an official title, we're going to see more The Witcher 4 tomorrow, and the Hi-Fi Rush studio is hiring for a new action game. Thank you for the support! Run of Show - - Start - Housekeeping We're throwing a SWITCH 2 LAUNCH PARTY Today after, KFGD, you'll get: If you're a Kinda Funny Member: The Roper Report   - - James Bond Game From Hitman Dev Has a New Title, 007 First Light, Official Reveal This Week - Ad - The Witcher 4's Unreal Engine 5 In-Game Features and Technology Set to Be Revealed Tomorrow - Hi-Fi Rush Dev Tango Gameworks 'Remains Dedicated to Distinctive and New IPs,' as It Starts Hiring for New Action Game - Wizards of the Coast signs publishing agreement with Giant Skull - Wee News! - SuperChats & You‘re Wrong Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SummaryIn this episode, Marc Binkley and Vassilis Douros discuss various topics, including brand purpose, insights from Google Marketing Live, the impact of AI on advertising, the decline of Hudson's Bay, and strategies for capturing consumer attention in a digital landscape. They also highlight a humorous advertising campaign featuring Jason Alexander.Enjoy the show!Follow our updates:https://www.linkedin.com/company/sleeping-barber/Our Hosts:Marc Binkley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbinkleyVassilis Douros: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vassilisdourosTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction03:03 - Is Brand Purpose Dead?06:26 - Google I.O. and Marketing Innovations11:34 - The Impact of AI on Advertising14:49 - Balancing Automation and Control in Advertising15:24 - The Fall of a Canadian Icon: Hudson's Bay21:09 - Marketing Insights: Hacking the Attention Economy25:46 - Creative Advertising: Jason Alexander's New Campaign27:31 - Upcoming Episode: Measurement Series with Dale HarrisonTakeaways:Brand purpose must be woven into the company's ethos.Google Marketing Live introduced new AI tools for advertisers.AI can optimize ad performance but requires careful management.Hudson's Bay's decline reflects broader retail challenges.Distinctive brand assets are crucial for effective advertising.Attention spans for digital ads are alarmingly short.Marketers must adapt to changing consumer behaviors.Jason Alexander's campaign showcases effective brand storytelling.Understanding the full funnel is essential for measurement.Continuous testing and learning are vital in advertising.

Packaging is both a marketing tool and a means to preserve freshness.The choice of packaging should reflect the coffee's intended market and distribution method.Simple and elegant packaging can be effective for local sales.Investing in quality packaging technology can enhance operational efficiency.Distinctive packaging helps brands stand out on crowded shelves.Understanding your brand identity is crucial for packaging decisions.Cost considerations are important when choosing packaging options.Freshness is a key factor in packaging for longer distribution routes.Artisanal approaches to packaging can slow down production but may add value.Collaborating with established roasting plants can reduce initial packaging costs.   Visit and Explore Covoya! TAKE OUR LISTENER SURVEY

So much copywriting feels like a dull echo of everyone else. In episode of M Path, I explore crafting words that shine with authenticity. Drawing from years of spotting cliché traps in client copy, I share 10 heartfelt ways to make your writing pop. Ditch cold corporate vibes and weave stories that pull your ideal audience close—this is your nudge to stand out, not blend in.I'm all about a softer, trust-building approach that speaks to one heart, not the masses. Whether you're a marketer, entrepreneur, or just want to be heard, this episode sparks the courage to write copy that's bold, true, and unmistakably you.Find out more about Jess and the Empress membership community at jesscollins.co.uk or The Feral Writer on Instagram.M Path is produced by Urban Podcasts.

In this "identity" episode, we will dive into 1 Corinthians 12 where we will find three distinctive types of gifts that God gives you to help you fulfill your destined calling. The three types that are explored are the Holy Spirit manifestation gifts, the ministerial gifts, and the motivational gifts. Dr. Patty breaks down all subcategories of these gifts and challenges you to pause and have Jesus conversations about each type and how they relate to you.  Jesus will show you how He would like to see you release more of these gifts so can fully step into your fruit-bearing destiny in your Experience Jesus encounter time.   Links referenced in this episode:   New to the Podcast?  Check out the Trailer Episode for the Biblical Foundation for Experiencing Jesus!  https://PattyEJ.Podbean.com/e/trailer-episode-experience-jesus-with-dr-patty-sadallah   The Special Place Encounter Exercise   https://bit.ly/3cEkYBC   The Baptism of the Holy Spirit Prayer:  https://bit.ly/3CBmZIl   Experience Jesus Episode about the Gift of Tongues and Interpretation of Tongues https://pattyej.podbean.com/e/understanding-the-gifts-of-tongues-and-interpretation-of-tongues/   Dr. Mark Virkler's "How to Pray in Tongues Part 1" https://youtu.be/N3mb8gJyLzU   Dr. Mark Virkler's "How to Pray in Tongues Part 2"  https://youtu.be/yD-v03YL7rc   Experience Jesus Episode about the Gift of Miracles https://pattyej.podbean.com/e/how-to-pull-miracles-down-from-heaven/   Experience Jesus Episode about the Gift of Faith  https://pattyej.podbean.com/e/increasing-the-gift-of-faith/   Experience Jesus Episodes about the Gift of Healing https://pattyej.podbean.com/e/how-god-heals-and-how-to-receive-your-healing/   and  https://pattyej.podbean.com/e/healing-your-emotional-wounds-with-the-comforter/   Encountering the Direction of God: Experience Jesus Book 3  https://pattysadallah.com/product/encountering-the-direction-of-god-experience-jesus-book-3/     Get Two Free Chapters of the Experience Jesus Book Series     Check out all of Dr. Patty's books, journals, and downloadable resources at her bookstore, and don't forget to use the code EJPOD to receive 10% off everything, even the things on sale.  https://PattySadallah.com/shop/      

We are continuing our new series on the podcast today of the 4 most common style mistakes I see people make, how to avoid them and what to do instead. Today, we're addressing style mistake number three: what happens when you prioritize “flattering” over everything else. You'll learn:  Why “flattering” is not the only criteria when it comes to picking your clothing Better questions you can ask that go beyond “is it flattering?” How to create your own high-achieving and distinctive wardrobe  Join our Morning Coffee Newsletter: https://www.judithgaton.com/newsletter/  Join us inside Maison Gaton: https://programs.judithgaton.com/maisongaton

Most people aren't shopping when they see your ad.So why are you only marketing to the ones who are?In this episode of Mastering eCommerce Marketing, host Eitan Koter sits down with Jiri Boudal, CEO of Behaviour Labs, a company helping over 400 brands tap into the subconscious mind to grow smarter, not just louder.Jiri shares why traditional ad testing often misses the mark, how most surveys ask the wrong questions, and what really gets a brand stuck in a “performance plateau.”He breaks down the 95/5 rule (only 5% are buying right now), and how the other 95% still matter a lot. You'll hear why memory, emotion, and fast associations drive most purchases and how to shape your marketing around that.They also talk about brand codes, like sounds, colors, and characters, and why repeating them (instead of reinventing the wheel every quarter) is the best move for staying top of mind.If your team is stuck tweaking campaigns and chasing short-term ROAS, this one's a reset. It's practical, human, and full of ways to make your brand easier to remember, and easier to choose.And yes, Yoda, Coca-Cola, and a few strong feelings about jingles all make an appearance.Press play and find out how the brands that win in 2025 are building for the brain, not just the click.Website: https://www.vimmi.net Email us: info@vimmi.net Podcast website: https://vimmi.net/mastering-ecommerce-marketing/ Talk to us on Social:Eitan Koter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eitankoter/ Vimmi LinkedIn: https://il.linkedin.com/company/vimmi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VimmiCommunications Guest: Jiri Boudal, Founder, Managing Director & Co-founder at Behavio LabsJiri Boudal's LinkedInBehavio LabsWatch the full Youtube video here:https://youtu.be/Us3ZUPsdoygTakeaways:Understanding is key in entrepreneurship and marketing.Subconscious insights can outperform traditional consumer research methods.System 1 thinking drives most consumer decisions.Brand marketing is essential for long-term growth.Mapping memory building is crucial for effective marketing.Distinctive brand codes enhance brand recognition and recall.Emotional marketing amplifies consumer engagement.Repetition in advertising strengthens brand memory.Brands should focus on unmet consumer needs.Creativity in branding should align with consistent brand codes.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Behaviour Labs and Subconscious Insights02:07 Understanding Subconscious Insights vs. Traditional Research08:31 The Role of System 1 in Consumer Decision Making10:09 The Importance of Brand Marketing14:13 Mapping Memory Building in Marketing21:31 Distinctive Brand Codes and Their Impact

Counter Formed | Week 1This is a study on the Sermon on the Mount. In this series, we are learning about the ways of Jesus. As we follow Jesus, we are being counter formed out of the ways of the world and into the ways of Jesus. 

Erik heads on down to Coldwell Banker to meet Amy Pates, a residential and commercial broker with a wealth of knowledge and experience in this Valley.  They discuss the current Real Estate climate, housing trends and commercial trends.  Erik asks Amy the question that many of us wonder, "Is it still possible for a young professional to find housing and make this place their home?"Listen in and I know you'll be intruiged by her answer.  Find out more information about Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties HERE

Gardaí have made a renewed appeal on the 20th anniversary of the murder of art student Emer O'Loughlin in Co Clare.Detectives believe that a man they want to speak to in connection with the killing in Ballybornagh, Tubber, is still alive.But where is John Griffin, and why were so many mistakes made when the charred remains of the young woman were found in a burnt out caravan in 2005?While Griffin, who left his clothes on a cliff edge in a failed attempt to make gardaí believe he had killed himself, will have changed greatly in 20 years, it is likely that he still has his very distinctive tattoo – an Eye of Horus symbol on the front of his neck.Crime and security correspondent Conor Lally traces back the details of the death of this vibrant young woman and why so many mistakes were made in finding her killer.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Aideen Finnegan and John Casey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look at one of the world's most successful gins: Hendrick's. We explore three behavioral science principles that explain their growth: distinctiveness, consistency and nostalgia. In particular, we look at the experimental evidence from psychologists such as Von Restorff, Zajonc and Sedikides.

If you've ever felt like your business success hinges on doing all the things — client work, marketing, content creation, sales pages, admin, launches, and trying to do it all perfectly — then this episode is going to feel like a deep breath of fresh air. In this week's episode of The Business Edit™ Podcast, I'm joined by the incredibly honest and insightful Megan Yelaney to talk about what it really takes to scale your business in a sustainable, aligned, and life-giving way — especially if you're a mom or a service-based business owner craving more structure, flow, and ease.Megan scaled her coaching business to seven figures by leaning into her "distinctive edge" — a term she coined to describe the unique blend of your story, approach, personality, and signature framework. She shares how getting crystal clear on her unique method (and trusting it enough to scale it) allowed her to expand her business with ease, stay true to herself, and avoid burnout. And as a mom of twins, she knows firsthand what it looks like to balance ambition with a life-first business model.If you've been asking yourself, "What makes me different?" or wondering how to scale without burning out, you're going to love this conversation. Tune into this episode of The Business Edit™ Podcast to learn how to uncover your distinctive edge and scale with confidence.SHOW NOTES: jadeboyd.co/scaling-your-distinctive-edge-with-megan-yelaneyLINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Megan Yelaney's InstagramPretty Awkward Entrepreneur Podcast (soon to be renamed!)Megan's Free Business Story BlueprintEpisodes 110 and 114 | Interviews with 9 moms running businesses while keeping kids at home CONNECT WITH JADEWebsiteInstagramJoin My Email List LEVEL UP YOUR BUSINESS + PRODUCTIVITYOrganize your Business Digital CourseThe Business Edit™ Coaching ProgramFREE RESOURCESFREE Double your Profit While Working Less MasterclassFREE Task Batching WorkbookFREE Weekly Review ChecklistThe Business Minimalist Blueprint Workbook

Faced with today's fractured mess of audiences and media, it's tempting to unleash a deluge of content and overwhelm social channels with content, hoping to reach the people who want to hear from you. Clearly, not a winning strategy - and those who think it is produce nothing more than dull, generic, reputation-breaking AI slop.  But what if the key to success lies in a concept as simple as it is powerful: distinctive discoverability? In this episode of The Trending Communicator, host Dan Nestle sits down with Rob Jekielek, Managing Director of Harris Insights and Analytics, to unpack the critical importance of audience-first strategies in modern communications. With over two decades of experience in brand and reputation research, Rob brings a wealth of knowledge on leveraging data-driven insights to craft compelling narratives that resonate across fragmented audiences. The conversation kicks off with a sojourn into Rob's extensive background, from his early days in media analysis to his current role at the forefront of brand and audience research. Rob shares fascinating insights from recent studies, including a 14-country survey on how people find information about companies and brands. The results? Search engines reign supreme, with a staggering 79% of respondents using them often or always. But it's not just about being found – it's about being trusted. Rob reveals that 77% of people trust the information they get from search engines, a figure that dwarfs trust in other platforms. This leads to a thought-provoking discussion on the concept of "distinctive discoverability" and its crucial role in modern communications strategies. The episode takes an unexpected turn as Rob introduces the idea of AI as a key audience, challenging communicators to consider language models in their stakeholder maps. This fresh perspective opens up new content creation and distribution avenues, with Rob offering practical advice on balancing organic content with paid amplification. Throughout the conversation, Rob and Dan touch on a wide range of topics, from the overreliance on social media to the enduring power of well-crafted, long-form content. They discuss the importance of context and action in building confidence and how digital insights can provide the "strategy scaffolding" often missing in communications planning. This episode is a must-listen for communications professionals looking to cut through the noise and make a real impact. Rob's data-driven approach, combined with Dan's industry expertise, offers a roadmap for navigating the complexities of modern audience engagement. Whether you're a seasoned PR veteran or just starting your communications journey, you'll come away with actionable insights to elevate your strategy and achieve true distinctive discoverability. Listen in and hear about...  Search engines' dominance in finding brand information Importance of distinctive discoverability in digital content Overreliance on social media in corporate communications AI as a new audience for brand messaging Context plus action equaling confidence in business Middle metrics filling the strategy gap for communications Practical takeaways for pitching communications initiatives Notable Quotes On the Power of Search Engines: "So search engines and it's by far margin. Right. So it's like, you know, globally speaking, in aggregate, all 14 countries, 79% of people use search engines often or always, versus never or only sometimes to find information by companies and brands." - Rob Jekielek [13:14 → 13:30] Trust in Information Sources: "What's equally important is that 77% of people who use those tools to find information also trust the information they get back." - Rob Jekielek [13:30 → 13:37] On the Importance of Distinctive Discoverability: "This idea of distinctive discoverability I think is the essential idea. So how do you make sure that whatever we're putting out there is distinctive competitive positioning and how do we ensure that it's built in a way that's organically discoverable?" - Rob Jekielek [17:48 → 18:03] On the Formula for Building Confidence: "The formula is action plus context equals confidence. So we ask people like, how important are these issues, how confident are you? And then how are you seeing companies engaging?" - Rob Jekielek [58:57 → 59:09] The Importance of Context in Communication: "If people are only seeing action, confidence is actually pretty low. It's niche. It's only 25% of people would say they're confident. Right. If you. Same thing. If you see just communication. Right. Just about 25 versus when you add context, not volume, not communication to action, you pop the confidence up to over 50%." - Rob Jekielek [59:16 → 59:36] On the Practical Application of Research: "Honestly, I will say of all the work we're doing right now, one of the things I'm proudest of is a lot of our initial engagements have literally become the business case for how comms leaders pitch what they need to do next." - Rob Jekielek [1:01:10 → 1:01:23] On the Importance of Owned Content: "Build on owned land and all that, all that good stuff. But there's nothing wrong with a good rental property. I will tell you that. It's, it's also important to, to rent wisely." - Dan Nestle [56:44 → 56:54] Resources and Links Dan Nestle Inquisitive Communications | Website The Trending Communicator | Website Communications Trends from Trending Communicators | Dan Nestle's Substack Dan Nestle | LinkedIn Dan Nestle | Twitter/X Rob Jekielek Harris Insights and Analytics - The Harris Poll | Website Rob Jekielek | LinkedIn Timestamped key moments from this episode (as generated by Fireflies.ai)

In this episode, host Susan Weeks sits down with Owen Kelly, a fifth-generation stitcher with over 50 years of experience. Working from his remote home on the SW coast of Ireland, and inspired by the natural beauty of the wild Atlantic coast, Owen shares his colourful creative journey—from traditional family techniques to his innovative “flow stitching” and narrative-inspired projects. Known for his playful globe-trotting character Seamus O'Comanssy, and his ever-evolving quilt project, Owen reveals how he blends art, storytelling, and textile heritage to create pieces that are as personal as they are visually striking. Key Talking Points: Family Heritage: Owen's lifelong connection to stitching, passed down through generations. Remote Creativity: How life on SW Ireland's wild Atlantic coast and the surrounding natural world shape his work. Flow Stitching: His distinctive, freeform stitching style that tells a narrative as it evolves. Seamus O'Comanssy – The Creative Proxy: The story behind his character Seamus and how it bridges his passion for travel and art, sharing creativity and interesting insights into other people's creative lives. Quilt Project: Insights into his ongoing quilt project assembled from recycled, stitched squares. Commissioned Works: How Owen tailors designs—using personal motifs, astrological signs, and indigenous symbols—for bespoke commissions. Digital Storytelling: His use of social media (Facebook and Instagram) to share his creative process and connect with fellow textile enthusiasts. Narrative & Folklore: Drawing on Irish oral traditions and global folk tales to imbue his work with hidden meanings. Ambassadorship: His role as an ambassador for “World Peace One World, One People, One Stitch at a Time.” Challenges & Inspiration: Balancing multiple projects while embracing the spontaneity of creative expression. Relevant Links: View Links, information & Examples of Owen's work at https://stitcherystories.com/owenkelly Follow Owen on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/owen.kelly.75 Follow Owen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Slavetothestitch Follow Seamus O'Comanssy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555416757284 World Peace, One World, One People, One Stitch at a time (Facebook Group) https://www.facebook.com/groups/968783837184739/ ==============================================================About Stitchery Courses! VISIT Stitchery Courses a brilliant new place to find expert teachers, helpful info & fun courses to learn stitching, making & crafting with thread, fabric & yarn https://www.stitcherycourses.com GET LISTED on Stitchery Courses if you teach you art, craft, skills with thread, fabric & yarn and tap into this unique place to regularly market your classes and courses and get a steady stream of eager new ‘eyes' onto your business! DON'T MISS OUT! https://www.stitcherycourses.com/join ==================================================  Support Stitchery Stories: Please share the podcast with friends and leave a review to help others discover the show. Buy Me A Coffee If you love Stitchery Stories, how about you 'buy me a coffee' and make a donation to help the show keep going? https://buymeacoffee.com/sueweekspodcast Are We Connected On Socials? Why not pop over to your fave social media places, connect and say Hello! I always LOVE to see what you are stitching and sharing! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitcherystories_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stitcherystories Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SusanWeeksYoutube  

As we head towards Easter yet again, perhaps it's time to think about – well, what makes us so special, that God would do this Easter thing for us?   An Intimate Knowledge It's always something special to me, that time of the year we call Easter. So we are going to carry it on a little longer this week in the Easter story. This is my 17th Easter since I became a Christian. And it just never ceases to amaze me what the Easter story is all about. It's a good time for us to think about what God was up to. I mean, Christmas seems like it was just a few weeks ago. Hey, you know, that's when we celebrate the birth of Jesus, the whole baby in the manger thing; Jesus becoming a man. But Easter for Jesus didn't happen just a few months after Christmas. Easter for Jesus happened about 33 years later during the Passover celebration. It was the time when Israel celebrated the freedom that they had out of slavery. They'd been slaves in Egypt for a few centuries; God had sent Moses to tell Pharaoh to let His people go and God sent a whole bunch of plagues on the nation of Egypt. And the last plague, the most powerful plague, was the first born of every Egyptian family, their animals as well, the firstborn was killed by God and that ultimately convinced Pharaoh to let God's people go. But it didn't happen to the Israelites. You see, they were slaves in Egypt and God said to them, ‘Look, you get a lamb and you slay that lamb, and you put that lamb's blood on the top of your door frame and the angel of death will pass over your house and this plague upon Egypt won't befall your house. And so the Passover celebration was the celebration of the freedom that Israel received from slavery by the shedding of the blood of the lamb. And that of course is what Easter is all about. So here Jesus was in His early 30's and it's the Passover celebration and it's the time that we remember Jesus not only came to earth as a man, He not only walked through every trial and temptation that you and I do, He not only healed the sick and cast out demons and preached with power, He laid down His life for you and for me. He died for us! Now we will look at the how and why of that, but for me, Easter begins long, long before that. You look at God and you say, "Well, why did you go to such an extreme? What was this all about – you sending your Son, your only Son Jesus, your beloved and you let Him be spat upon and beaten and crucified?" Easter is God saying to us that you and I are "to die for". Now the term ‘to die for' is a contemporary term. If you're not aware it's SMS shorthand; you know, the kids as they send the SMS messages to one another often put the word "to die for" They don't write it out in full, they write it as 2di4 and it's shorthand for something that you just have to have. A girl might send an SMS to a girlfriend of hers and talk about a boy, say, "He was 2di4". A boy might look at a car or a motorbike and say, "That car or that motorbike is 2di4". Something that's ‘to die for' is something that you just have to have. And so that's why we're talking about it right now because that's what Easter's about. And this term "to die for" started me thinking, God was prepared to send His son "to die for" you and me. You and I, in His eyes, in His heart, we are "to die for". There's a beautiful Psalm. You may have heard me talk about this Psalm before. We're going to spend today looking at this Psalm. If you have a Bible grab it, open it up at Psalm 139 because Psalm 139 is a Psalm that I guess lays the foundations of Easter for me. It lays the foundations of "to die for". We're going to unpack this whole idea and have a look at what was going on in the Father's great and mighty heart. What was He thinking? How was He thinking about you and Me when He hatched Easter. Easter's a hard thing to get our hearts around; it's a hard thing to get our minds around, but Psalm 139 is a great place to start. Psalm 139 tells us just what was going on in God's heart. What drove God towards this amazing plan that we now call Easter? Let's have a read. If you have a Bible open it up. Psalm 139. We'll just look at verses 1-12 to begin with. This is what it says: Lord, you searched me and you know me. You know me when I sit down, you know when I rise up, you know my thoughts from a long, long way off. You discern my going in and my lying down; you're familiar with all my ways. Before even a word is on my tongue you already know it completely, Lord. You hem me in; behind me, in front of me, you laid your hands upon me. Such knowledge is just too wonderful for me. It's too lofty for me to attain. Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go to the heavens you're there. If I make my bed in the depths of hell you're still there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, If I settle on the farthest side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand me fast. If I say, surely the darkness will hide me and the light will become night around me, even the darkness isn't dark to you. The night will shine like day because darkness is like light to you. Isn't it a beautiful Psalm. They're not just words. This man who wrote the Psalm is pouring out his heart about how wonderful God is. And the three things that jump out at me in this short passages, the first few verse of Psalm 139: firstly how intimately God knows us. "Lord, you've searched me, you know me. You know when I sit down, you know when I get up, you know when I go out, you know when I lie down, you know what I'm thinking. Even before I say a word you know what words are going to be on my lips. Lord you know me." God knows us intimately. Sometimes Easter feels a little bit like a retailing phenomenon. You know, lets go buy chocolate eggs, have a long weekend, have a rest. And if God is a busy God and He doesn't have time for us then He doesn't love us. But that isn't who God is. He knows you and He knows me, everything we're thinking, everything we're doing, everything we're hoping for, everything we're for hurting for … God knows us. And secondly, He's on this journey with us. "Lord you hem me in: you're behind me, your in front of me, you've laid your hands upon me." It's interesting you know, when this was written all the other God's that all the other nations worshipped lived in static places. They lived in temples, on hilltops and people went up to the hills to worship them in their temples. But this God whom the Psalmist is writing about, this God spent 40 years on a journey in the wilderness with His people Israel. You can read some more about it in the Book of Exodus. This God sent up home amongst His people in the temple in Jerusalem when they finally crossed over into the Promised Land. This God has a heart to be with His people. It's His heart's cry. We hear it time and time and again from the beginning of the Bible, way back in the Old Testament, to almost the end. In the second last chapter of the Book of Revelation. God over and over says this: ‘I will be your God and you will be My people. And I will make my dwelling place among you'. God is a God who is on this journey with us. Even in hell, even in heaven, even if we go to the farthest part of the world, even there God is with us. His presence, His face – that's literally what the Hebrew means – His face is there. Even when it falls dark, surely the darkness will hide me and the light will become like night around me. But God, even in the darkness it won't be dark to you. The light will shine like the day for darkness is as light to you. God is in those dark places and He's not some distant God. This is not some unmoved mover. You know, someone who just doesn't feel for us. This God is a God who knows us – wonderfully, and beautifully and intimately – and He's on the journey with us. And I know that's hard for us to fathom. There are billions of people who've lived down through the ages and He knows each one of us more and more intimately than we can ever imagine. That's what God's like. He knows each one of us like that. And that for me sets the scene for Easter.   He was There We're taking a look today at what was going on in God's heart. What was He thinking when He was dreaming up this whole Easter thing? It's an amazing plan. God sends His Son to earth to be beaten and spat upon and crucified, to die on that brutal Cross at the hands of men. Psalm 139, which is the Psalm we were looking at the break, tells us about His motivations behind Easter. It doesn't talk specifically about Easter, but it tells us what God's heart is for us. And we just had a look at the first part of that Psalm to show us that God knows us intimately, He's on every step of the journey with us. And that's huge … to know that God is walking every step of the way with us. There is nowhere we can go and be alone or apart from Him, even in heaven or hell. But how is it that He knows us this well? I mean, sometimes we don't even know ourselves, do we. We can't explain why we do what we do or how we react to something or why we did that. You and I are pretty complex creatures. There's so many layers to who we are. Some things are so deep inside us, we can't really understand them or talk about them ourselves. So how does God know? Well the writer of the Psalm goes on to explain that. Let's have a read now of Psalm 139 going on to verse 13 to 16. If you have a Bible, grab it. This is what it says: For God, you created my innermost being. You knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you for I'm fearfully and wonderfully made. Your works are wonderful, I know that so well. My frame wasn't hidden from you when I was made in secret, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth. Your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days were ordained for me, they were written in your book even before one of them came into being. That's one of the most precious passages in the Bible to me. As I look back on my life, and you too, there's a mixture of wonderful and desperate; beautiful and ugly. We've both done some brilliant things and we've done some really stupid things. There are great heights and there are dark valleys. But when you and I were conceived, God was there. My innermost parts – who I am; your innermost parts – who you are. A DNA blueprint – the way that we look and sound and all our gifts and abilities and strengths and weaknesses – all that, those layers of complexity He created in our innermost being. He knit you and me together in our mothers wombs. Imagine you and I have been handcrafted by God. Distinctive, one of a kind, completely, utterly, amazingly, beautifully, wondrously made. Separated and different from any other person who has ever lived or any other person who will ever live. Intricately woven together, each strand of DNA laid down according to God's plan. But not only that, not only who we are, but everything that would ever happen to us. Look at it again. ‘All the days that were ordained for me, they were written in your book before one of them came into being.' I so despair when I meet people who waste away their lives worrying and complaining about their lot. Yes, some people seem to have better lives than others. Some people seem to get all the breaks and the benefits and the blessing and other people seem to get handed more difficult lives – painful lives. A bit like Jesus; people like the Apostle Paul. But that's all part of God's plan. There's a beautiful poem, you might have heard it once before and it goes something like this: My life is but a weaving between my Lord and me.I cannot choose the colours as He weaveth steadily, Sometimes He chooses dark threads and I in foolish pride Forget He sees the upper and I the underside. Not till the loom is silent and the shuttles cease to fly Shall God unroll the canvas and explain the reasons why The dark threads were as needful in the weaver's skilful hand As the threads of gold and silver in the pattern He hath planned. You and I are what He made us to be. We're living the lives He planned for us, lives He always knew that we'd live. Nothing is a surprise to God. And when we put our faith in Him we experience the most incredible joy. I was having lunch recently with a women who is well into her 70's now, whose husband, quite a few years back, committed suicide. How devastating would that have been. But she put her faith in Christ. She spent time in God's Word and she has this quiet joy and a beautiful countenance about her. She could have lived the rest of her life bitter, but no, she's live it in Christ. And when we see the beauty of God's plan, handcrafted as we are by Him to live the life that He laid out before time began, we get some sense of what was going on in His heart when He came up with this plan for Easter. Because we can only live the life He has planned if we live it with Him. We have a basic problem, that problem is called "sin". It's the things that we've done wrong that keeps us away from Him. And that's what Easter's about. We're going to look at that shortly.   That's Huge … As we continue to look back on Easter, one of the things that I hope we'll ponder is the reaction of the writer, the Psalmist, the person who wrote Psalm 139 that we've been looking at today. There's a sense of awe and wonder as He ponders how intimately God knows Him, how faithfully God hangs in there with Him, and the wonder of God's craftsmanship and plan. Look again at what the Psalmist writes in verse 6: Such knowledge is too high for me, it is so high I can't attain it. Verse 14: I praise you for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works, oh God, that I know very well. Verse 17: How weighty are your thoughts oh God, how vast is the sum of them. I try and count them but they're more than the sand on the beach. I come to the end and I'm still with You. Easter is the time when God sent His Son to die for us, to solve this basic problem of humanity that we have. A problem that God calls "sin". And I know, "sin" used to sound like such an old-fashioned, fuddy-duddy word to me too, but it is the problem of humanity. And we've been looking at that over the past few weeks. But the thing that oozes out of this Psalm for me – that speaks so much about God's motivation behind Easter – is His incredible love. We will never ever be able to wrap our minds and hearts around God's love completely. We'll never, ever be able to understand how God feels about us. God says in His Word that one day we'll stand before Him and all things will be revealed. I can't imagine … I just can't imagine looking at God; I can't imagine looking on the face of Jesus; I can't imagine knowing and understanding fully how much He loves us. And when He created you and when He created me individually and wondrously and perfectly handcrafted you and me – intricately woven together in our mother's womb – that was the most amazing act of grace because He knew when He did that, that you and I would reject Him. He always knew that. He always knew that to bring us back to Him, to save us from ourselves, to save us from what we deserve – which is an eternity without Him – He'd have to send Jesus to die on that Cross for you and me. No if's, no but's, no maybe's – you and I, our sin, our rebellion are no surprise to God. He always knew and He still created us. He still allowed us to be born and He still planned every day of our lives, even before any of those days existed at all. That blows me away. No wonder the Psalmist writes: How weighty are your thoughts to me oh God, how vast is the sum of them. I try and count them but they're more than the grains of sand on the beach. Because behind Easter is this amazing act of grace. Not just that Jesus came to suffer and die for our failure but that God always knew that by creating us He would have to do that. And yet He created us anyway. Could I encourage you never ever put Easter in some measured little box; never ever to consign Easter to some head knowledge thing, but like the Psalmist be blown away by God's love. Every breathe you take, every step, every hilltop, every valley, every twist, every turn, everything that we have to suffer and bare – live it in this awe and wonder of who God is and how much He loves you in Jesus. Life takes on a completely new meaning and vibrancy and colour. Doesn't matter how much we have to suffer, how much we have to weep, how many tears we cry, we know that God has a plan and He always, and God was there when you were handcrafted by Him in your mother's womb. God always had a plan for you to be who you are, for you to live the life that He's given you and for you to have a life through the sacrifice of His Son, Jesus. And for you and me to walk in wonder and awe of the completely unattainable knowledge of His love for us in Jesus Christ. We've been looking at that over the last few weeks and we've seen how His love plays itself out on the Cross. But right now, unless we are completely lost in the wonder of His plan and His love, you know what, I think Easter just becomes another long weekend, doesn't it? Listen to the Psalmist: God I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Your works are so wonderful that I know full well. My frame wasn't hidden from you when I was made in that secret place, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth. Your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days that were ordained, they were already written in Your book before any of them as yet came into being. How precious to me are your thoughts oh God, how vast is the sum of them. Were I to count them, they'd outnumber all the grains of sand on the earth. When I awake I'm still with you. You see, you and I are "to die for" in God's sight. God created us. He knew that we'd rebel, He loved us and He knew that His Son would have to come and die for you and for me. That, my friend, is what Easter is about. Because your rejection of God, my rejection of God severed the perfect relationship that we can have with God. And God is good, He's righteous, He's perfect. Ultimately when we reject Him, when we sin, when we turn against Him, when we do what we know is wrong, somebody has to pay that price. Now, if you look at our law and our judges, they don't work perfectly, but if we do something wrong, someone has to pay the price. That principle of justice comes from the very nature of God. God is a just God and He's a loving God and God's justice and His love were in conflict. Justice demanded that we be punished, love demanded that we be forgiven. On the Cross they come together, on the Cross they merge. Through the death of Jesus the demands of justice are met and the demands of God's love to set us free, to have a new life, are met as well. Friend, Easter is about the central devastating sickness of humanity. Easter is about setting you and me free from our sin to give us a new life. That's what it's all about. That's why we celebrate Easter. The chocolates are nice, the long weekend is nice, the church services are nice for those who go but bottom line God sacrificed His Son so that you and I could have an eternal relationship with Him. It's relationship that begins the moment we put our faith in Jesus Christ. Let's call our sin for what it is – it is sin. And friend, as much as we look in the mirror and we see wrinkles and warts and failures and bad things, God knows those, that's why He sent His Son Jesus to die on a Cross for you and for me, and that my friend, is Easter. If you have never put your trust in Jesus, then you do not know the freedom of God's forgiveness. The moment we believe that Jesus died to pay for our sin and through His death we're forgiven by God, the moment we accept that and believe that my friend, we are set free to live a new life. That's why Jesus rose again – to give us a new life. And that new life begins here and now. That is Easter.

Send us a textNote: Audio only. Please see my YouTube video for the full story...We explore the Giant Logs Trail at Petrified Forest National Park, discovering how ancient wood transformed into stone through a mineralization process spanning millions of years. The trail showcases remarkable geological treasures while revealing the park's rich human history dating back to the early days of the National Park Service.• Ancient conifers similar to modern pines formed the original forest before being preserved in stone• "Old Faithful" stands as the most extensive preserved log, struck by lightning in 1962 and reconstructed by the Park Service• The Civilian Conservation Corps built the Rainbow Forest complex during the Great Depression• Stephen Mather, the first National Park Service Director, helped establish protection for this unique landscape• Trace fossils visible in the petrified wood show evidence of ancient insect activity• Distinctive badlands formations throughout the park display colorful erosion patterns where vegetation cannot grow• The mineralized logs are primarily composed of silica and quartz, causing them to fracture differently than woodIf you enjoyed that short walk through the Giant Logs Trail here in the Rainbow Forest Complex at Petrified National Forest National Park near Holbrook, Arizona, please give it a thumbs up and consider leaving a comment. We'll see you out on the trail.Support the show

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Who gets to go to heaven? You might have some strong opinions about that. But the question is . . . How do you know that what you believe is right? How can you be sure you're not deceived . . . and actually on the road to eternal separation from God? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/85/29

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You've planned, you've packed, and now you're ready for what you hope will be an enjoyable road trip. Of course, there's one trip you definitely never want to take . . . the trip, literally, to hell. Question is . . . How can you be sure you aren't headed there? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/85/29

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You've probably heard that a Bible that's falling apart usually belongs to someone who isn't. One reason . . . when you consistently read and meditate on God's Word, you'll be changed day by day into the image of Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/85/29

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I'm joined by Ashwinn Krishnaswamy, an expert in launching and growing consumer brands, where we discuss how he evaluates market opportunities and creates unfair advantages. We discuss various tools for market research including Ahrefs for keyword analysis, Particl for competitor sales data, and AI tools for product design. Ashwinn emphasizes that entrepreneurs should work backward from distribution channels rather than focusing solely on product development.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro03:45 - Ahrefs tool for keyword research15:08 -  Particl for analyzing competitor sales data18:52 - Why start a CPG brand21:05 - How to stand out in crowded categories24:57- Opportunities in Branding for Older Adults28:40 - Bootstrapping Your Product Idea33:56 - Researching Your Market and Competitors36:52 - Manus AI for automating market research39:58 -  Distribution is everything.Key Points:• Ashwinn shares tools and strategies for evaluating market opportunities for physical products and brands• Tools like Ahrefs and Particle provide valuable data on search volume, competition, and sales trends• AI tools like Manis can now automate much of the market research process that previously cost thousands• Distribution strategy should come before product development, not vice versa1) First, understand that DISTRIBUTION is everything."First-time founders focus on product, second-time founders focus on distribution."The hard truth? Many subpar products CRUSH IT because they nail distribution and operational excellence.Always work BACKWARDS from how you'll acquire customers!2) Use Ahrefs to evaluate category demand and competition Type any keyword to see:• Monthly search volume (market size)• Keyword difficulty (competition level)• Seasonal trends• Geographic distributionThis helps you VALIDATE demand before building anything!3) Look for geographic OPPORTUNITIES in the data When Ashwinn checked "electrolytes" he found:• 74% of searches from English-speaking Western countries• Only 3% from India, PhilippinesThis reveals potential to build "Element for Germany" or other untapped markets where trends haven't diffused yet!4) For physical products, use Particle to spy on competitorsThis tool shows:• E-commerce sales data for brands• Best-selling SKUs• Category trendsCrucial insight: Often 90% of revenue comes from just 4 SKUs!5) The REAL opportunity in physical products?They force you to become EXCEPTIONAL at marketing."The bleeding edge of marketing happens in consumer products because it's SO HARD to get attention and convince someone to part with their dollars."It's a marketing masterclass in real-time.6) How to stand out in crowded categories:Study the competition obsessively! Ashwinn showed how most magnesium supplements look generic and medical.But brands like Moon Juice and Lemme differentiate through:• Distinctive packaging• Custom bottles• Clear positioning• Targeting specific demographics7) The BIGGEST opportunity right now?Find UNDERSERVED demographics!Most brands target coastal millennials or Gen Z because that's who creates them.But what about products for older adults with:• More disposable income• Less saturated marketing channels• Different aesthetic preferences8) AI is your UNFAIR ADVANTAGE for research• Competitor analysis• Market sizing• Customer needs• Design trends"It's putting together a report Nielsen would charge $20K for!"99% of people aren't using AI this way yet.9) Before building ANYTHING, become a "relentless researcher":• Study every competitor's positioning• Read all the 1-2 star reviews in your category• Visit stores and talk to owners• Contact potential customers directlyNotable Quotes:"First time founders focus on product, second time founders focus on distribution." - Ashwinn"Building a physical product business is very hard and by most people probably just shouldn't be done on a whim. But if you can do it in a somewhat low stakes way or low risk way... I think it is a phenomenal way to get really good at marketing." - AshwinnLCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/BoringAds — ads agency that will build you profitable ad campaigns http://boringads.com/BoringMarketing — SEO agency and tools to get your organic customers http://boringmarketing.com/Startup Empire — a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.coFIND ME ON SOCIALX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenbergInstagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/FIND ASHWINN ON SOCIALX/Twitter: https://x.com/ShwinnabegoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shwinnabegobrandBrand Brothers Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wgTQ7mXBngdiNzcJ2cUJZ

When I say the word heaven, what comes to mind? You may think of experiencing pure joy . . . seeing loved ones who are there now . . . or being freed from suffering . . . certainly things to be excited about. But do you ever think about something much more foundational . . . namely, how do you get to heaven? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/85/29

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Holy crap. This one is juicy. Here's what we're covering... 1️⃣ What the heck is your distinctive edge? 2️⃣ The actual PHASES of getting clear on your distinctive edge with clear examples and action steps so you can move through this on your own If you've been struggling with: ✅ Your offer ✅ Your message Or ANY clarity at all around how to stand out in a saturated market, you absolutely need this work, and you're going to love Megan. We also talked about motherhood in business (she had TWINS one year ago and has continued to kill it in business), and also any takeaways on social media because she's got some of the best content on the inter-webs. Resources mentioned on the call: Don't forget to grab Megan's Business Story Blue Print: www.meganyelaney.com/business-story-blueprintThis is a blueprint and template helping you to craft a powerful business origin story that sets you apart, builds trust, and inspires clients to work with you. It is very juicy. I highly recommend it.

What makes a good deed . . . well . . . good? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/85/29

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Here's an important question for you . . . and, in fact, it may be the most important question you could ever ask . . . Where will you go when you die? Are you on the road to heaven . . . or the road to hell? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/85/29

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How can you live to a ripe old age? There are plenty of diets, exercise plans, and vitamins aimed at helping you live a healthy, long life. Yet there is no guarantee that any one of us will live even to see tomorrow. So the vital question is, Where will you go after you die? Can you know for sure? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/85/29

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Is there a question that is more important than this one: When you dieand everyone will die somedaywill you go to heaven . . . or will you go to hell? You need to be sure of the answer. To help you to be certain of where you'll spend eternity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/85/29

Aaron highlights the features of Hebrew poetry and shares personal reflections from his study.1. The Psalms were the hymnbook of Old Testament saints, sung as worship. It's amazing that God made these songs part of Scripture. In the church, God's people continue to sing.2. Hebrew poetry is a form of art that allows us to deeply know, understand, and connect with God.3. God desires us to know Him as a God who values and uses art for His glory.https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/hebrew-poetry/https://youtu.be/Xacf3oJO3w8

In this episode I speak with Rob Cooper from Distinctive Gardens. Rob is a landscape designer based in South Australia, and only recently stopped doing construction within his business.He's heading a South Australian team, alongside Yergan Landscape and Desert Flower Landscapes, to design and build a garden at this years MIFGS, so we talk plenty about that.We also talk about Rob's process of communicating with contractors who are going to build his projects so that both they, and the client win.You can follow Rob on Instagram @distinctivegardens_landscapingIf you're wanting to sign up to be on the mailing list for The Landscaping School, you can find the link here.You can follow along with the projects we're currently working on via our Instagram page@instyle_gardens@thelandscapingpodcastYou can view each episode on our YouTube channel

In this episode, I spoke toNick Guerrieri, founder ofChelly, who shares how he crafted a modernized limoncello out of Arizona—a place few associate with classic Italian citrus liqueurs.By reducing sugar and viscosity, Chelly repositions limoncello from a narrow digestif to a spirit capable of starring in cocktails or being served neatly.Nick's strategy relies on grassroots sampling at liquor stores and festivals, weaving a genuine “behind-the-scenes” brand narrative on social media, and balancing on-trade listings with hands-on retail demos.Distinctive branding elements, like his signature lemon shirt and recipe lookbooks, help Chelly stand out.Over five years, Chelly has built momentum by focusing on direct consumer feedback, turning local pride in Arizona's citrus heritage into a marketing edge, and carefully expanding bar menu placements and off-trade distribution.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview00:29 Meet Nick Guerreri: The Limoncello Innovator01:21 Crafting a Modernized Limoncello02:05 Consumer Reactions and Market Penetration03:06 Marketing Strategies and Visual Branding06:42 On-Trade vs. Off-trade Sales Tactics14:22 Sampling and Direct Consumer Feedback22:45 The Importance of Small Wins and Persistence26:30 Final Thoughts and Farewell

In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Steve Larosiliere interviews Taylor Rachko from Distinctive Design Storage Solutions. Taylor shares her company's origin, which began with her father's epoxy flooring business and evolved into a full-service design and storage solution provider. The conversation explores the growth of the closet industry, the importance of networking and professional development, and the shift in client preferences toward more personalized and functional designs. Taylor highlights the importance of understanding client needs and the role of technology in enhancing the customer experience. The episode concludes with insights on marketing strategies and community engagement to drive business growth. Takeaways Taylor's father started the company, leading to her involvement.Networking is crucial for business development and success.The closet industry is experiencing significant growth and innovation.Technology enhances the client experience by helping visualize designs.Community engagement fosters brand loyalty and business growth. Chapters 00:00 - The Origin Story of Distinctive Design Storage Solutions 02:48 - Growth and Evolution in the Closet Industry 06:01 - Networking and Professional Development 09:03 - The Rise of Closet Design 11:58 - Client-Centric Design Approach 15:03 - Future Trends and Innovations 18:06 - Marketing Strategies and Community Engagement Get a FREE Trial to our Woodpreneur Network Community and get the skills, network, and mentoring to level up your business join here: https://woodpreneurnetwork.com/ Connect with Taylor at: https://www.distinctivedesignstoragesolutions.com/ https://www.instagram.com/distinctive_closets/#

Brother Francisco OSB is a solemnly professed monk at St. Vincent Arch Abbey.Benedictines follow the Rule of St. Benedict, emphasizing community and prayer.The vows of obedience, stability, and conversion of life are central to Benedictine life.St. Vincent Arch Abbey is known for its active ministry and community involvement.Brother Francisco's journey to monastic life began with a strong sense of community at St. Vincent College.Prayer must include specific time and place for it to be effective.Lectio Divina is a key practice in Benedictine prayer life.The connection between Benedictines and Franciscans is historically significant.A prayerful life requires intentionality and a turning of the heart towards God.Brother Francisco emphasizes the importance of scripture in prayer. The essence of prayer is rooted in humility and surrender.Younger generations seek deeper theological understanding from the church.Authenticity in faith is crucial for engaging youth.Distinctive religious symbols can spark meaningful conversations.Community support is vital for a fulfilling religious life.Joy in service is a key aspect of religious vocation.Prayer is the foundation for discernment in one's vocation.Engaging with the youth requires addressing their genuine questions.The church must adapt to attract younger members effectively.Discernment involves both prayer and practical action. Produced, Edited and mixed by Paul R. Long, OFSFor further Information visit our Website OurWalkTogether.comor contact: PaulLongOFS@gmail.com

Episode 177: Hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada explore the paradox of valuing diversity while facing the erosion of cultural distinctiveness.  "There's a deep incompatibility between two different conceptions of diversity," Kyte said. "Individual diversity requires inclusivity, but group diversity necessitates exclusivity to preserve shared practices and beliefs."  The podcast highlights the alarming statistic that an estimated half of the world's 7,000 languages may disappear within a generation, taking with them the rich cultural knowledge embedded in these tongues.  Rada inquires about the potential benefits and drawbacks of a common global language, highlighting that while it could enhance convenience, it could also result in a world that lacks cultural diversity.  The hosts also discuss the impact of globalization and capitalism on traditional practices, such as the evolution of ethnic restaurants in the United States. As these establishments become more mainstream, they often lose their authentic cultural roots, replaced by standardized menus and business models.  The hosts emphasize the need for a balanced approach, one that preserves communities with distinctive cultural characteristics while also promoting inclusivity.  Links to stories discussed during the podcast Last of their kind: What is lost when cultures die? by Wade Davis, Scientific America Seven unique practices in the world that are dying out: See them before they are gone forever, by Ben Groundwater, The Sydney Morning Herald Before it disappears: recording endangered practices, skills and knowledge, by Nik Petek-Sargeant, The British Museum About the hosts Scott Rada is a digital strategist with Lee Enterprises, and Richard Kyte is the director of the D.B. Reinhart Institute for Ethics in Leadership at Viterbo University in La Crosse, Wisconsin. He is also the author of "Finding Your Third Place: Building Happier Communities (and Making Great Friends Along the Way)."

Generalized approaches can never adequately address distinct disciples. In order to see legitimate discipleship take place in your life and in the lives of those around you, we cannot depend upon widespread methods hoping to address the specific needs of everyone.

What if the key to standing out was as simple as being true to yourself? Ryan Corrigan of Corrigan Co. Luxury Travel Outfitters joins this episode to discuss how being true to yourself and your branding helps build long-term success. Ryan talks about maintaining cohesion across brand touchpoints, the psychological aspect of pricing and perceived value, and the impact of personalized client experiences and creative gifting. She also dives into the benefits of in-person networking over digital marketing, the evolution of her business model, and how she ensures her brand consistently reflects her values and signature dark, moody aesthetics. If you're looking to refine your brand identity and elevate your client experience, this episode is for you! About Ryan Corrigan: After spending time growing up as an expat in London & Milan, Ryan attended Purdue University where she graduated in 2010 with BS and AS degrees in Veterinary Technology and pursued a fulfilling career in equine nursing for 10 years. After completing an advanced certificate in Travel & Tourism Industry Essentials from NYU's Tisch School of Hospitality she decided to retire from veterinary medicine and follow a different lifelong passion, that of travel. She now loves designing trips that are immersive, exclusive and totally custom to the client. When she is not planning your trips you can find her enjoying wine, training for triathlon and out on the golf course. corriganluxurytravel.com instagram.com/corriganluxurytravel Today we will cover: (04:05) Ryan's journey from veterinary medicine to travel (13:25) Creating a distinctive brand identity (18:15) Ryan's gifting strategy; how client gifting builds brand loyalty (22:40) In-person networking; showing up where your ideal client is (27:40) Adjusting your business model for success (34:40) Marketing strategies for attracting ultra-luxury clients (41:30) Understanding client preferences (51:00) Strategies for staying consistent in brand identity JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY Enrollment opens on January 6th, 2025! SEMI CUSTOM BRAND KITS Browse our collection of pre-designed brand kits that are customized to your brand's unique personality by our talented Creative Director! _____ FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tiquehq CHECK OUT OUR SERVICES & PROGRAMS: tiquehq.com

George Poll has spent decades building some of Long Island's most celebrated restaurants. Alongside his brother, he's crafted iconic dining experiences from Bryant & Cooper Steakhouse to Toku Modern Asian, blending culinary creativity with sharp business acumen. Recently, George took his expertise to Miami, where the journey to open Toku wasn't exactly smooth sailing—facing all the challenges that come with launching in a new city. This episode is a masterclass in the fine balance between tradition and innovation, the intense planning behind every design choice, and the hurdles that come with launching each new restaurant. Through stories of teamwork, resilience, and a relentless drive to improve, George offers listeners an unfiltered look inside the restaurant business.George Poll is an alumnus of BU School of Hospitality Administration's first graduating class and serves on the school's Dean's Advisory Board member. George also played on BU's football team, which is no longer, but that story is for another podcast! Email us at shadean@bu.eduThe “Distinguished” podcast is produced by Boston University School of Hospitality Administration. Host: Arun Upneja, DeanProducer: Mara Littman, Director of Corporate and Public RelationsSound Engineer and Editor: Andrew HallockGraphic Design: Rachel Hamlin, Marketing Manager Music: “Airport Lounge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0

“Who controls what is taught in American universities — professors or politicians?” Yale Law professor Keith Whittington answers this timely question and more in his new book, “You Can't Teach That! The Battle over University Classrooms.” He joins the podcast to discuss the history of academic freedom, the difference between intramural and extramural speech, and why there is a “weaponization” of intellectual diversity. Keith E. Whittington is the David Boies Professor of Law at Yale Law School. Whittington's teaching and scholarship span American constitutional theory, American political and constitutional history, judicial politics, the presidency, and free speech and the law. Read the transcript. Timestamps:  00:00 Intro 02:00 The genesis of Yale's Center for Academic Freedom and Free Speech 04:42 The inspiration behind “You Can't Teach That!” 06:18 The First Amendment and academic freedom 09:29 Extramural speech and the public sphere 17:56 Intramural speech and its complexities 23:13 Florida's Stop WOKE Act 26:34 Distinctive features of K-12 education 31:13 University of Pennsylvania professor Amy Wax 39:02 University of Kansas professor Phillip Lowcock 43:42 Muhlenberg College professor Maura Finkelstein 47:01 University of Wisconsin La-Crosse professor Joe Gow 54:47 Northwestern professor Arthur Butz 57:52 Inconsistent applications of university policies 01:02:23 Weaponization of “intellectual diversity” 01:05:53 Outro Show notes: “Speak Freely: Why Universities Must Defend Free Speech” Keith Whittington (2019) “You Can't Teach That!: The Battle Over University Classrooms” Keith Whittington (2023) AAUP Declaration of Principles on Academic Freedom and Tenure (1915) AAUP Statement of Principles on Academic Freedom and Tenure (1940) “Kinsey” (2004) Stop WOKE Act, HB 7. (Fla. 2022) Keyishian v. Board of Regents (1967) Indiana intellectual diversity law, S.E.A. 354 (Ind. 2022) “Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District” (1969)

  In March 8th, 1990, an unidentified homicide victim was discovered at West Point Lake, Georgia, and remains unidentified to this day.In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, talks with Clay Brant about an unidentified homicide victim discovered at West Point Lake in 1990. They discuss the victim's distinctive tattoos, a unique belt buckle, a commemorative ring from the Missouri Pacific Railroad, and other personal effects. Sheryl and Clay also discuss trackng the victim's identity through DNA testing, media outreach, and historical labor records. Last but not least, they encourage listeners to take part in the effort to help, highlighting the critical role of media and community involvement in solving cold cases. Guest Bio and Links: Clay Bryant is a retired chief of police, author, and cold case expert with decades of experience in law enforcement. Known for his meticulous attention to detail, Clay has solved numerous high-profile cases, bringing closure to families and communities.  Clay is the author of three books: The Cold Case Murder of Fred Wilkerson: Untangling the Black Widow's Web in West Georgia Solving the West Georgia Murder of Gwendolyn Moore: A Cry From the Well Solving the Murder of Vieng Phovixay: Evil Dwells in West Georgia (True Crime) Show Notes: (0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum   (0:10) Sheryl introduces the 1990 case (0:30) Sheryl welcomes returning guest, Clay Brant to the listeners (2:00) Distinctive tattoos and their significance (5:00) Investigative leads and challenges (8:30) Potential connections and theories (11:45) Efforts to identify the victim (14:30) Call for Zone 7 listeners  (23:05) “For me, jewelry is a way of keeping memories alive.” -LC Thanks for listening to another episode! If you're loving the show and want to help grow the show, please head over to Itunes and leave a rating and review!  --- Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a collaboration between universities and colleges that brings researchers, practitioners, students and the criminal justice community together to advance techniques in solving cold cases and assist families and law enforcement with solvability factors for unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnapping cases.   Social Links: Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com Twitter: @ColdCaseTips Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum Instagram: @officialzone7podcast  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anora is the story of Brooklyn, New York exotic dancer, Anora, who meets Ivan, the son of a Russian oligarch at the strip club. They impulsively marry, and once the news reaches Ivan's parents, their henchmen kidnap Ani in order to force her and Ivan to get the marriage annulled. Anora won the 2024 Palme d'Or at Cannes, and is a potential 2025 Oscar nominee. Cinematographer Drew Daniels first started working with director Sean Baker on the film Red Rocket. Drew was a fan of Baker's for years- he liked his sensibility and humanity, and his unconventional ethos behind his filmmaking approach. Drew attended the University of Texas film school, where filmmakers Robert Rodriguez and Richard Linklater are alums. He appreciated the UT film program's independent, DIY approach. When Drew had the opportunity to work with Baker on Red Rocket, he said yes before he even read the script. “What's so refreshing about working with Sean is, you're flying by the seat of your pants, but you're also the leader of this passionate little rag tag army,” says Drew. Drew and Baker began talking about Anora during the editing of Red Rocket. Baker had a very specific idea of what he wanted, so they began testing and research scouts very early, driving to locations and discussing the movie before the script was fully written. Rather than an extensive shotlist, Drew and Baker scouted and blocked out scenes on the shoot locations. The film's striking imagery, from gritty urban landscapes to opulent mansions, was shot on Kodak 35mm film with Lomo anamorphic lenses. “Anora is different than a lot of Sean's films, because Sean's films often deal with people who are on the fringes, or people who are in a lower socioeconomic standing,” says Drew. “It takes on oligarch wealth and opulence, so it needed to be a bigger, more magical format- something that will fully embrace the scope of that mansion.” Choosing to film on 35 elevated the story of an exotic dancer like Ani into something beautiful and elegant, but Drew also wanted to reflect her attitude and scrappiness. He and Baker were influenced by 1970's New York films such as The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3, to find the right amount of gritty imperfection. “Sean is a social realist filmmaker, but he wants his films to have a look and style,” says Drew. “He's very visual, and we constantly talk about the edit, the pacing, the energy, how it's going to cut.” Find Drew Daniels: Instagram @drewalandaniels Anora is currently in theaters, on VOD, and will be available to stream on Hulu. Sponsored by Hot Rod Cameras: https://hotrodcameras.com/ Sponsored by Aputure: https://aputure.com/ The Cinematography Podcast website: www.camnoir.com Facebook: @cinepod Instagram: @thecinepod Twitter: @ShortEndz