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Two hundred million. That's the number of believers now worshiping and being discipled inside movements around the world — double what researcher Justin Long reported the last time he joined me on this podcast. Justin serves as Director of Research for Beyond and plays a key role in the 24:14 Coalition, the global collaboration working toward a movement strategy for every unreached people and place. In this conversation, he walks me through how that number actually gets verified — a story that involves a room full of practitioners, stacks of paper, and one very content introvert who traded his conference “fun day” for a weekend with spreadsheets. We talk about why 24:14 is retiring the old “2% reached” benchmark for a tougher new standard called “going green,” and why the goal was never meant to be a countdown to Jesus' return, but simple obedience to what He already told us to do. Wherever you're leading — a congregation in the Midwest or the first handful of believers in a place that's never had a movement before — you'll walk away with a sharper prayer list and a next step for getting relationally connected to what God is doing. Stick around after the interview for our Diving Deeper segment with Justin, available for Dare to Multiply members, where we go further into the trends, the risks, and the research disagreements shaping the movement world right now. Learn more or get in touch with Justin at justinlong.org or 2414now.net.
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Which structure works best for a property management business: Departmental or Portfolio? This is a topic that can be pretty polarizing in the industry. Welcome back to The Property Management Show, where we deep dive into the world of property management, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Today, we're talking with two prominent property management business owners in Central Florida. Welcome to Maryann Hoffman and Andrew Dougill of Hoffman Realty and David and Stacy Wilson of Wilson Management Group. These experts are talking about the structures they've adopted and offering some advice to property management owners who have not yet decided on how they want to organize their businesses. td {vertical-align: top; border:1px solid #eee;} li {font-size:15px;} .clean-td {border-bottom:none;} Podcast Summary Each type of management structure has its pros and cons. For property management companies that are about to build out their own structure, they need to think about the things they like to do and don't like to do. Deciding what works best will require flexibility. Processes and systems are often more foundational than how a property management company is organized. Guest Bios: Hoffman Realty Andrew and MaryAnn Hoffman are the founders and principals of Hoffman Realty, bringing decades of leadership and experience to the Tampa Bay property management industry. MaryAnn, a licensed real estate broker, entered the industry in 1983 and established Hoffman Realty in 1988 with a clear vision: to deliver personalized, high-quality service to small residential investors. In 2000, Andrew, then Vice President of Engineering at TECO Energy, joined the firm to lead business operations, aligning his background as a long-time real estate investor and landlord with the company's mission. Together, they have built a 38+ year track record of supporting residential investors throughout the Tampa Bay area and currently oversee a portfolio of approximately 450 managed properties. Hoffman Realty's continued success is rooted in a disciplined operational approach and a strong commitment to client service, with MaryAnn remaining actively involved in day-to-day oversight to ensure every client receives personal attention, and no property owner is overlooked. Both Andrew and MaryAnn are deeply engaged in the professional community. Andrew is an active member of Suncoast Tampa Area Realtors (STAR), the Bay Area Apartment Association, and the Tampa Bay Chapter of NARPM. He has served as Property Management Chair for Greater Tampa REALTORS®, is a member of the STAR Government Affairs and Property Management Committees, a former Tampa Bay NARPM Board member, and currently serves as Tampa Bay NARPM Legislative Chair—advocating for landlord-tenant policy at both the state and national levels. Wilson Management Group Wilson Management Group was founded in Orlando in 1986 and has been family-owned and operated ever since. David Wilson obtained his Real Estate Salesperson's license in 1993 and began working for WMG as a property manager. In 2005, he obtained his Real Estate Broker's license and gradually transitioned into overseeing all day-to-day business operations. David, and his wife, Stacy, purchased the business from his parents in 2014, and they run it together with their fantastic team. They are active members of NARPM (National Association of Residential Property Managers). David has been a member since the Orlando/Central Florida chapter was formed in 1995. They are passionate about keeping Florida a landlord-friendly state, for the benefit of their current and future clients. They participate every year with NARPM in annual legislative summits both in Tallahassee, FL and Washington, DC, advocating for the rights of landlords here in Florida. What Do Successful Central Florida Property Management Companies Look Like? Let's take a look at who we're talking to today: Hoffman Realty is based in the Tampa Bay Area. They serve communities as far north as State Route 54 and as far south as Apollo Beach and Wimauma. They're a departmental structure and have about 450 companies under management. Wilson Management Group is in Orlando. They're a portfolio style management company and serve all of Orange and Seminole Counties, with part of Lake County, Volusia County, and Osceola County within their scope. They also manage about 450 doors. How Do These Structures Differ? At the NARPM Broker/Owner Conference this year, Matthew Tringali of BetterWho presented a framework called The Team Structure Checklist, which highlighted the fundamental differences between each business structure. Here's what Maryann reported from that event: Departmental Structure. Most people are in the office and available for phone calls, answering questions, and serving more specialized areas of expertise. There's one person managing inspections for all properties and another person managing the accounting or the leasing. One point of contact takes care of customer service. There are property management departments. Portfolio structures would have one professional with a portfolio of 75 to 125 properties and they handle everything. The entire experience of that property is under their purview, whether we're talking about maintenance or leasing or tenant management. The primary point of contact is the property manager overseeing the portfolio. Does the Company Structure Impact Quality of Service? When we talk about departmental vs. portfolio structures, is it merely an internal operational decision that owners don't notice, or are there differences in how service is delivered and perceived? It depends. When we talk about portfolio models, we're often talking about companies that cover a larger geographic area, and to expand the business portfolio is necessary. Departmental structures work better for smaller service areas. Both structures can provide excellent client experiences. This depends on policies and procedures and how effectively and consistently the company can apply those. It also depends on staff. A leasing agent having a bad day in a departmental structure will not affect an owner who calls to talk about accounting. But in a portfolio structure, the property manager may be having a bad day, and that can affect any owner who calls for help. The answer to high-quality service delivery in either structure? Having strong systems. Which Model is More Scalable for Property Management Companies? Property management companies may want to know if one type of company can support growth better than the other, but the answer comes down to company goals and vision. Portfolio property management companies are geographically based. Each property manager has a portfolio that they manage, and the properties assigned are based on maintaining boundaries geographically. There's always a bit of overlap, but it's not going to work to have property managers crossing counties while trying to provide great service. David and Stacy want their property managers to concentrate on their portfolios to the best of their ability. So from an expansion perspective, portfolio works for management companies that want to grow geographically. It's possible to add another property manager when new doors are added in different neighborhoods or cities. Departmental management companies grow best within a tight service area. Maryann and Andrew note that their employees go home at night without being on call for owners or tenants who might need them (Maryann hands out her cell phone for that purpose). The point is to have good property managers who communicate well with existing clients before growing. A new client joined Hoffman Realty because he had not heard from his previous property manager for three months. It turned out his assigned manager had left the company, but no one there had told him. In each business structure, growth is only possible with good systems, clear assignment of duties, and smart staff. What Are Some of the Weaknesses in Portfolio and Departmental Property Management Structures? What if a tenant doesn't pay rent? What if there are complaints that repairs are taking too much time? What if a key property manager leaves the company? Portfolio The main challenge for portfolio companies is the loss of that knowledge and expertise when a property anger leaves. And it's also important to be clear about who owns the client. In a portfolio system, you would not want a property manager to leave your company and take your clients with them. Property management is a relationship business. Internal controls are needed no matter what your structure. You will need: Management agreements Independent contractor agreements (this is how Wilson hires) Policies and procedures David and Stacy have done a great job of mitigating risk and establishing that clients belong to the company, not the property manager. Most of the professionals working for them have been with the company for over 15 years. Departmental For departmental companies, it can be a challenge to juggle all the repairs. It requires a lot of time management to negotiate every single lease renewal. Things come up and Maryann and Andrew must decide when the limits of their system have been reached and it's time to hire another person. Another weakness in departmental businesses is that sometimes owners and landlords can feel passed around from one person to another. They're talking to someone different about maintenance and accounting, for example. As the Business Development Manager, Maryann makes sure she is the point of contact for any struggles owners may encounter. There are lots of questions when they're being onboarded, but once the path is clear, things settle quickly. How Are Florida Property Management Companies Unique? The housing collapse in 2008. COVID eviction moratoriums. Massive hurricanes. Post-pandemic pricing surges. Major relocation of new residents into Florida. Major insurance crisis. Florida management companies have been through a lot. How does each business structure approach these elements that are unique to Florida property management? Andrew said that for Hoffman Realty, the 2008 crisis was one of the worst to manage. There had just been a huge boom and prices were high. Then, the market crashed and people who had no intention of being landlords found themselves renting out homes when they could not sell.That included a lot of private equity firms.Maryann remembers a meeting with a huge company that was planning to buy hundreds of properties in 2010. It was exciting at first; the idea that they would get so much business. But the geographic area covered seven counties. Hoffman Realty would have had to change their entire operation in order to accommodate that management contract. For Stacy and David, the COVID pandemic and hurricanes are particularly memorable.During the pandemic, people did not want to leave their homes but they needed to see properties. At that time, video walk-throughs were not common, but they quickly became necessary. They could not imagine doing without video tours, now. Property management companies in Florida have to adapt to manage these crises.In 2004, there were three different hurricanes that hit the Orlando region in a span of three weeks, including the very powerful Hurricane Charlie. That storm took out the power to the Wilson Management Group office for two and a half weeks. But they still had to operate. Trees were down everywhere and property managers could not use phones or email. This was long before the technology we have today. David was grateful that they had planned ahead and printed out what they needed and were able to physically check on their properties. Diving Deeper into Hurricanes: How Do Business Structures Respond? More recently, after Hurricanes Milton and Helene in 2024, Hoffman Realty had three pages of roof repairs that their properties needed. This is how the departmental process served them: One person was in charge of roofs. Another person was in charge of fence repairs. Another handled mold remediation. Separate people were assigned to insurance adjusters. Staff members were calling tenants to ask about any damage. It was a mess, Maryann said, but everything was departmentalized already. As a portfolio-based company, David and Stacy would have their property managers check in with tenants, first. In the first few days after a hurricane, roads were dangerous. There were no stop lights and trees were down across town. Before putting their property managers in any kind of situation where they had to go out and put eyes on a property, they'd ask their tenants for reports. Instead of conducting 30 inspections a month, their property managers were eventually conducting about 30 per day. What is the Relationship Between Team Structure and Company Size? Is there a size where one specific structure makes more sense than the other? It may not matter. Regardless of the business model a Management company has, there is some level of overlap into different sorts of business models no matter what. Some companies have a pod style, with senior and junior managers and they have coordinators in that pod. Andrew and Maryann have a departmental business which is similar. In the Wilson portfolio structure, property managers still have back-office support for accounting and leases. Overlap should be expected. Scaling any of those structures can be challenging. For portfolio companies, property managers are geographically aligned, so if there is a burst of new properties that come under management, how are they assigned when all of the existing property managers are at capacity? How Do Property Managers Know Which Structure is Right for Their Company? Maybe you're a smaller company at 50 to 100 doors, and you have to decide whether to form a portfolio or department company structure. What clues should you be looking for that might tell you which path is the best? Andrew says that if you're growing from a one-person show to a larger company, you'll realize you need help, and you should delegate the tasks you don't like to do. Maybe you like leasing and talking to landlords but you don't like coordinating maintenance. That maintenance supervisor should be your first hire. Stacy and David advise to be prepared for one thing: systems will break down as you grow. Whether you gravitate towards departmental or portfolio or something else, you'll have to pivot or adjust at some point. You might start off with one model and pivot to the other. Try to anticipate where the break might occur. If you can see it coming, you can prevent it. How Can AI and Technology be Used? Thanks to automation and AI, it's possible to do more with fewer people. With the help of technology, property management owners know that they can focus more on relationships. And remember that AI is able to do a lot of things, but it can't just be plugged into a property management business. Automating something that is broken will just allow mistakes to be made faster. We're saying it again: processes and procedures are essential. Deploying AI will not magically fix problems. Will Owners Care about Company Structure when Choosing a Property Management Partner? Hopefully, clients will ask deeper questions about how your business functions. How are applicants screened? How quickly does the staff handle maintenance? How and when will my residents get solutions to their problems? These are the things that help determine how efficient a property management business is. Company structure is rarely a part of the interview. Property managers trying to earn new business will want to clarify with the property owners and investors what the long-term financial goals are. That may play into how they decide what kind of company they hire. But that may not have to do with structure; it may have more to do with the perspective of the business and how they manage. What Are the Last Words from Hoffman Realty and Wilson Management Group? Here's what our guests want to leave you with: Loving what you do is a big part of success. Start off with strong systems and get those down before growing a property management company. Owning investment real estate is great. If you're starting off, keep moving forward. How can you connect with our fantastic guests today? Connect with Maryann and Andrew from Hoffman Realty at http://hoffmanrealty.com/ Connect with Stacy and David from Wilson Management Group at https://www.wilsonmanagementgroup.com/about Thanks for joining us on The Property Management Show. 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In this special commentary episode, Farmer Greg reflects on his conversation with Shelby Maldonado and Leeza Chen of the Appalachian Grower Seed Collective. He explores how the Southeast lost much of its regional seed-growing infrastructure, why COVID-19 exposed the fragility of modern seed supply chains, and what it takes to rebuild resilient, locally adapted seed systems. Greg highlights the importance of bioregional seed stewardship, community collaboration, and becoming a "seed ancestor" by saving and sharing seeds. The episode is both a call to action and a vision for strengthening local food security through regional seed sovereignty.Key TopicsAppalachian Grower Seed CollectiveSeed sovereignty and regional resilienceCOVID-19 seed shortagesLocal seed production infrastructureSeed saving traditionsBioregional seed adaptationSouthern heirloom varietiesCommunity seed cooperativesClimate resilience in agricultureShared seed processing equipmentUtopian Seed ProjectLocal food securitySeed stewardshipBecoming a seed ancestorKey Questions AnsweredWhy did the Southeast largely stop producing its own seeds?Over time, seed production became concentrated in other regions and large commercial seed companies. Farmers shifted from saving seeds to purchasing them annually, causing local seed knowledge and infrastructure to fade.What did the COVID-19 pandemic reveal about the seed supply chain?When seed inventories sold out during the pandemic, many growers realized they were dependent on distant suppliers and vulnerable to disruptions beyond their control.Why are locally adapted seeds so valuable?Seeds selected over multiple seasons in the same region naturally adapt to local soils, climate, pests, and weather patterns, often outperforming varieties developed elsewhere.What is bioregional seed adaptation?Bioregional adaptation is the ongoing process of selecting and saving seeds that thrive under local growing conditions, creating increasingly resilient crops over successive generations.How did the Appalachian Grower Seed Collective get started?The collective began with ten farmers, shared seed-cleaning equipment housed in a mobile trailer, grant funding, and a year dedicated to building trust before launching seed production.Why does the collective only steward seeds grown locally for at least three years?Three growing seasons provide enough time for varieties to begin adapting to regional conditions, strengthening their long-term resilience and performance.How can individual gardeners begin preserving seed diversity?Anyone can save seeds from plants they love, share them with neighbors, and begin creating a regional seed legacy—even without large-scale infrastructure.Why should every region develop a seed collective?Regional seed collectives create local agricultural resilience, preserve genetic diversity, strengthen community relationships, and provide insurance when commercial supply chains fail.Episode HighlightsCOVID-19 exposed how dependent many local farmers are on distant seed suppliers.Modern local food systems are only as resilient as their seed sources.Seed saving knowledge disappeared gradually as commercial seed purchasing became the norm.Trust-building among growers proved just as important as equipment or funding.Every growing season becomes a selection event that strengthens locally adapted genetics.Gardeners can become the first "seed ancestor" in a new regional seed lineage.Seed collectives create practical infrastructure that complements—not replaces—the commercial seed industry.Building resilient food systems begins with communities stewarding their own seeds.Calls to Action & ResourcesListen to Episode 993 - https://urbanfarm.org/seedcollectiveLearn about the Appalachian Grower Seed Collective - https://utopianseed.org/storeConnect with the Urban Farm Podcast - https://urbanfarm.orgEmail Farmer Greg - podcast@urbanfarm.orgInterested in starting a seed collective?Reach out to the Appalachian Grower Seed Collective to learn from their experience and begin building seed resilience in your own region. leeza@utopianseed.orgVisit www.urbanfarm.org/993 for the show notes on this episode, and access to our full podcast library! 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Steve Addison has spent decades tracking what actually makes disciples and churches multiply — and his conclusion is simple: movements rise and fall on how closely they follow the life and ministry of Jesus. In this conversation, Cynthia Anderson talks with Steve about his book Everywhere, the ordinary people who carry these movements, the only thing that truly multiplies, and the honest cost of pursuing it. A hopeful, grounded conversation for pastors, practitioners, and anyone longing to see multiplication right where they are. Go deeper with Diving Deeper: multipliersmindset.com/dtmmembership
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What does 30+ years of cross-cultural ministry actually look like from the inside? In this solo episode, recorded on her 59th birthday, Cynthia Anderson gets honest — about the surprises, the valleys she never would have chosen, and the convictions that have only deepened over three decades of disciple-making work across Nepal, India, Thailand, and Africa. This isn't a highlight reel. It's a real look at what sustained obedience costs, what it produces, and why the pattern of valleys leading to breakthrough doesn't stop. In this episode: Why God's love is not contingent on your fruit — and why that's still disorienting after all this time What Cynthia would do differently (margins, meetings, and what she wishes she'd said no to) The valley-to-breakthrough pattern traced across 30 years of field work A 1 Corinthians 13 rewrite that reframes what success in ministry actually looks like Why Caleb at 85 is still her model for what's next
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Want to get personalized coaching to improve your sex life? Book a free consultation with Certified Sex Therapist, Heather Shannon or her team. Booking A Consultation With The Right Person SummaryIn this conversation, Heather Shannon and Laura Alyn explore the journey of self-discovery in sexuality through self-inquiry and writing. Laura shares insights from her book, 'A Thousand Questions and Activities to Embrace Your Sexuality,' discussing the importance of understanding one's desires, the role of writing in processing thoughts, and the significance of open communication in relationships. They delve into the connection between body and mind, the exploration of kinks, and the necessity of creating a safe space for sexual expression. The discussion emphasizes the ongoing nature of personal growth and the importance of embracing one's sexuality without shame.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sexual Self-Discovery02:47 The Journey of Self-Inquiry05:44 The Importance of Writing in Self-Discovery08:48 Exploring Sexual Questions and Preferences11:05 Diving Deeper into Kinks and Desires13:46 Understanding Safety in Sexual Exploration17:40 Connecting the Layers of Self18:59 The Body-Mind Connection in Sexual Desire20:31 Overriding Body Signals and Hustle Culture21:37 Self-Inquiry and Personal Growth22:28 The Ornelian Framework: A Path to Self-Discovery23:55 Understanding Soul and Spirit in Intimacy25:33 Navigating the Anxiety of Self-Inquiry28:50 Complaints as Indicators of Deeper Desires31:31 Responsibility in Relationships32:40 Exploring Intimacy and Connection34:34 Embracing Adventure in Sexual ExplorationVisit Laura Alyn's website and check out her framework here: https://theornelian.com/2025/08/27/framework/Video EpisodeCheck out the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/GbUngjPy1nQ Keywordssexuality, self-inquiry, communication, desire, intimacy, kinks, writing, personal growth, relationships, self-discoveryThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp
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Today we're diving deep into the way our children communicate! We're asking some difficult but important questions about how we support their speech and language. How do our kids feel when people cannot understand their speech? How do they feel when we, as their parents, cannot understand their speech? How are we supposed to implement all the speech therapy tools? When is it time to just focus on one area of growth for our kids? How do our kids use “self-talk” to share stories and self-soothe? And that's a wrap on this season focused on brain health and Down syndrome! We hope you learned as much as we did from these last 10 episodes. We'll see you again in the new year! SHOW NOTESVisit our Therapist Directory to find mental health support for your loved one with a disability.Fill out THIS FORM to be added to our therapist directory.SPONSORSign up for Enable SNP HERE.
Last week we sat down for an interview with trauma expert Dr. Karyn Harvey and today the three of us are unpacking all of our feelings about it. We're asking ourselves some pretty heavy questions about trauma and intellectual disability.Do our kids really encounter trauma every time they step out the front door?Are we holding our children to unrealistic standards and expectations for behavior?Do the benefits of an inclusive education outweigh the trauma that comes with it?Why have our kids never been offered mental health support at any of their regular screenings?Here's what we know for certain: our children with intellectual disabilities understand when they are being excluded. And it's our job to remind them just how incredibly lucky this world is to have them in it. Friends, we hope your children receive the mental health support they need so they can become exactly who they are meant to be.SHOW NOTESLearn more from Dr. Karyn Harvey and read her publications here. SPONSORSign up for Enable SNP HERE.
Laura continues her conversation with award-winning investigative journalist Mandy Matney, creator of The Murdaugh Murders podcast and executive producer of Murdaugh: Death in the Family on Hulu, where they dive deeper into Alex Murdaugh's psychopathy and the spiders web of his coercive control. Laura and Mandy take a deeper look at the dynamics of the Murdaugh family and those within their inner circle - unpacking family and friend relationships, exploring signs of psychopathy, coercive control, and sexual coercion. Together, they explore the red flags, risk factors, and manipulation tactics that enable predators to operate undetected and the role that charm, influence, and privilege play in fooling those around them, and silencing victims. This powerful discussion exposes how coercive control manifests behind closed doors and how patterns of power, dominance, and entitlement escalate to murder. Listen, learn, and share. Understanding these behavioural patterns is essential to recognising risk and saving lives. Clips https://fb.watch/DruJt5Y0hs/ Sources Crime Analyst Series – Case 006 The Murdaugh Murders Murdaugh Murders Podcast Murdaugh: Death in the Family, Hulu · Ep 286: The Murdaugh Murders REMASTERED: The Murders of Maggie and Paul, Part 1 #MaggieMurdaugh #PaulMurdaugh #MurdaughMurders #GloriaSatterfield #StephenSmith #MalloryBeach #VictimsMatter #Accountability #MaleEntitlement #AlexMurdaugh #MaleViolence #Patriarchy #CrimeAnalyst #Expert #Analysis #Behaviour #TrueCrime #Podcast #TrueCrimePodcast #HULU #MandyMatney #Murdaugh #TrueCrimePodcast You can find more from Mandy Matney here: Mandy IG Mandy WebsiteMurdaugh Murders Podcast Masterclasses and Crime Analyst Resources and Community For those interested in learning more, Laura offers 2025 Masterclasses covering topics such as profiling behavior, preventing murder and suicide in slow motion, DASH, DASH Train the Trainer, coercive control, and stalking. Registration details and more training information are available at: Register for Masterclasses www.dashriskchecklist.com www.thelaurarichards.com The Crime Analyst Squad is a growing and dynamic community offering expert insight, in-depth conversations, exclusive episodes and videos, and live events. Join the community or follow along: Patreon: Crime Analyst Squad YouTube: @crimeanalyst Facebook: Crime Analyst Podcast Instagram: @crimeanalyst, @laurarichards999 Threads: @crimeanalyst X (Twitter): @thecrimeanalyst, @laurarichards999 TikTok: @crimeanalystpod Website: www.crime-analyst.com If you found this episode valuable, please consider leaving a five start review wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode of the Evolving Wellness Podcast, host Sarah Kleiner talks to Dr. Valerie, an expert in eye health and circadian biology. They delve into the critical role of morning sunlight, particularly red and infrared light, in hydrating and energizing the eyes as well as its impact on mitochondrial function. The discussion also covers how blue light in the morning helps regulate circadian rhythms and the nuanced relationship between sun exposure and eye health. They address frequently asked questions about sunglasses, contacts, and their effects on different wavelengths of light. Additionally, the episode explores the impact of hormonal changes on eye health during perimenopause and menopause. Tune in for practical advice, insights, and resources to help you optimize eye health and overall wellness.Connect with Dr. Valerie: https://www.instagram.com/quantumeyedoc/_________Sponsored By:→ Troscriptions | There's a completely new way to optimize your health. Give it a try at http://troscriptions.com/SARAHK, or enter SARAHK at checkout for 10% off your first order.→ Bon Charge| Go to https://us.boncharge.com/products/red-light-face-mask?rfsn=8108115.26608d & use code for SARAHKLEINER for 15% off storewide._________Mentioned in the podcast -RA optics - Blue Sync - code SARAH - http://www.raoptics.com/discount/carnivoreyogi?redirect=%2F%3Fafmc%3DcarnivoreyogiCastor Oil we recommend - https://lvnta.com/lv_IKexDS1bFYsBbE0bZ3Curativa Bay Skin Spray (code SarahK) - https://www.curativabay.com/product-category/hypochlorous/_________Join My Circadian App Webinar: https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/mycircadianapp-free-webinar DST Guide - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/offers/v5QFAdqz/checkout Quantum Winter Blueprint - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/offers/LS7YHuUF/checkout _________Timestamps00:00 The Importance of Morning Sunlight for Eye Health01:20 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest04:21 Diving Deeper into Eye Health and Circadian Rhythms05:46 The Role of UV and Infrared Light in Eye Health12:36 The Debate on Sunglasses and Eye Protection18:28 Practical Tips for Managing Light Exposure20:06 The Benefits of Red and Infrared Light Therapy32:02 Addressing Blue Light and Modern Lifestyle Challenges33:47 Introduction to Drusen and Macular Degeneration34:36 Impact of Blue Light on Eye Health37:21 Role of Melatonin and Vitamin A in Eye Health42:22 Common Eye Conditions and Their Causes44:57 Preventing and Managing Cataracts51:13 Dry Eyes and Light Sensitivity54:14 Perimenopause, Menopause, and Eye Health01:01:29 Conclusion and Resources________________________________________This video is not medical advice & as a supporter to you and your health journey - I encourage you to monitor your labs and work with a professional!________________________________________Get all my free guides and product recommendations to get started on your journey!https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/all-free-resourcesCheck out all my courses to understand how to improve your mitochondrial health & experience long lasting health! (Use code PODCAST to save 10%) - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/coursesSign up for my newsletter to get special offers in the future! -https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/contactFree Guide to Building your perfect quantum day (start here) -https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/opt-in-9d5f6918-77a8-40d7-bedf-93ca2ec8387fMy free product guide with all product recommendations and discount codes:https://www.canva.com/design/DAF7mlgZpJI/xVyE4tiQFEWJmh_Xwx8Kbw/view?utm_content=DAF7mlgZpJI&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h0782b52987
Last week we had an important conversation with Dr. Michael Rafii all about the link between DS and Alzheimer's disease. If you're still processing everything you learned from that interview, that's okay. Sit down with the three of us + our good friend Kandi Pickard (CEO of the National DS Society) and we'll talk through it together!How do we confront medical discrimination?Where can we get involved in research?What does it mean that the NDSS has merged with LuMind? (hint: its a great thing for Alzheimer's research!)We know this isn't an easy topic but this episode is full of hope. Remember, there are medical experts (like Dr. Rafii) and organizations (like NDSS) doing all that they can to improve the future for your loved one with Down syndrome.--SHOW NOTESLearn more more about Alzheimer's disease from the National DS SocietyLearn more about LuMind merging with the NDSSFind resources on The Alzheimer Biomarkers Consortium-Down Syndrome (ABC-DS)Get involved in research with DS-ConnectSPONSORSign up for Enable SNP HERE.
Send Us A Question!In this episode, we're tackling one of the most common—and complex—cardiac conditions seen in feline practice with the one and only Dr. Heather Davis: hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). From recognizing early indicators to understanding the latest treatment advances, this conversation is designed to help veterinary professionals stay sharp on current HCM management.Episodes release bi-weekly on Thursdays at 9am EST and are available on all podcast platforms including a video version on YouTube!Have a question or inquiry for the podcast? Email questionswithcrocker@gmail.com, text us from the link above, or message on social media platforms.00:00 Intro03:00 Effects of HCM in Cats06:14 Prevalence of HCM in Specific Breeds07:29 Screening Options for HCM13:25 Age Prevalence for HCM Detection15:21 GP Brief Echo Tips19:00 Treatment Options for HCM21:15 What Is Felycin-CA1?24:35 Things To Look Out For With Felycin-CA126:08 How Effective Is Felycin-CA127:55 Availability and Pricing of Felycin-CA130:29 How To Administer the Tablet32:40 Other Common Questions36:45 Outro
Ramsey Merritt, Improving Students' Turn & Talk Experience ROUNDING UP: SEASON 4 | EPISODE 5 Most educators know what a turn and talk is—but are your students excited to do them? In this episode, we put turn and talks under a microscope. We'll talk with Ramsey Merritt from the Harvard Graduate School of Education about ways to revamp and better scaffold turn and talks to ensure your students are having productive mathematical discussions. BIOGRAPHY Ramsey Merritt is a lecturer in education at Brandeis University and the director of leadership development for Reading (MA) Public Schools. He has taught and coached at every level of the U.S. school system in both public and independent schools from New York to California. Ramsey also runs an instructional leadership consulting firm, Instructional Success Partners, LLC. Prior to his career in education, he worked in a variety of roles at the New York Times. He is currently completing his doctorate in education leadership at Harvard Graduate School of Education. Ramsey's book, Diving Deeper with Upper Elementary Math, will be released in spring 2026. TRANSCRIPT Mike Wallus: Welcome to the podcast, Ramsey. So great to have you on. Ramsey Merritt: It is my pleasure. Thank you so much for having me. Mike: So turn and talk's been around for a while now, and I guess I'd call it ubiquitous at this point. When I visit classrooms, I see turn and talks happen often with quite mixed results. And I wanted to start with this question: At the broadest level, what's the promise of a turn and talk? When strategically done well, what's it good for? Ramsey: I think at the broadest level, we want students talking about their thinking and we also want them listening to other students' thinking and ideally being open to reflect, ask questions, and maybe even change their minds on their own thinking or add a new strategy to their thinking. That's at the broadest level. I think if we were to zoom in a little bit, I think turn and talks are great for idea generation. When you are entering a new concept or a new lesson or a new unit, I think they're great for comparing strategies. They're obviously great for building listening skills with the caveat that you put structures in place for them, which I'm sure we'll talk about later. And building critical-thinking and questioning skills as well. I think I've also seen turn and talks broadly categorized into engagement, and it's interesting when I read that because to me I think about engagement as the teacher's responsibility and what the teacher needs to do no matter what the pedagogical tool is. So no matter whether it's a turn and talk or something else, engagement is what the teacher needs to craft and create a moment. And I think a lot of what we'll probably talk about today is about crafting moments for the turn and talk. In other words, how to engage students in a turn and talk, but not that a turn and talk is automatically engagement. Mike: I love that, and I think the language that you've used around crafting is really important. And it gets to the heart of what I was excited about in this conversation because a turn and talk is a tool, but there is an art and a craft to designing its implementation that really can make or break the tool itself. Ramsey: Yeah. If we look back a little bit as to where turn and talk came from, I sort of tried to dig into the papers on this. And what I found was that it seems as if turn and talks may have been a sort of spinoff of the think-pair-share, which has been around a little bit longer. And what's interesting in looking into this is, I think that turn and talks were originally positioned as a sort of cousin of think-pair-share that can be more spontaneous and more in the moment. And I think what has happened is we've lost the "think" part. So we've run with it, and we've said, "This is great," but we forgot that students still need time to think before they turn and talk. And so what I see a lot is, it gets to be somewhat too spontaneous, and certain students are not prepared to just jump into conversations. And we have to take a step back and sort of think about that. Mike: That really leads into my next question quite well because I have to confess that when I've attended presentations, there are points in time when I've been asked to turn and talk when I can tell you I had not a lot of interest nor a lot of clarity about what I should do. And then there were other points where I couldn't wait to start that conversation. And I think this is the craft and it's also the place where we should probably think about, "What are the pitfalls that can derail or have a turn and talk kind of lose the value that's possible?" How would you talk about that? Ramsey: Yeah, it is funny that we as adults have that reaction when people say, "Turn and talk." The three big ones that I see the most, and I should sort of say here, I've probably been in 75 to 100 buildings and triple or quadruple that for classrooms. So I've seen a lot of turn and talks, just like you said. And the three big ones for me, I'll start with the one that I see less frequently but still see it enough to cringe and want to tell you about it. And it's what I call the "stall" turn and talk. So it's where teachers will sometimes use it to buy themselves a little time. I have literally heard teachers say something along the lines of, "OK, turn and talk to your neighbor while I go grab something off the printer." But the two biggest ones I think lead to turn and talk failure are a lack of specificity. And in that same vein too, what are you actually asking them to discuss? So there's a bit of vagueness in the prompting, so that's one of the big ones. The other big one for me is, and it seems so simple, and I think most elementary teachers are very good at using an engaging voice. They've learned what tone does for students and what signals tone sends to them about, "Is now the time to engage? Should I be excited?" But I so often see the turn and talk launched unenthusiastically, and that leads to an engagement deficit. And that's what you're starting out with if you don't have a good launch: Students are already sort of against you because you haven't made them excited to talk. Mike: I mean those things resonate. And I have to say there are some of them that I cringe because I've been guilty of doing, definitely the first thing when I've been unprepared. But I think these two that you just shared, they really go to this question of how intentionally I am thinking about building that sense of engagement and also digging into the features that make a turn and talk effective and engaging. So let's talk about the features that make turn and talks effective and engaging for students. I've heard you talk about the importance of picking the right moment for a turn and talk. So what's that mean? Ramsey: So for me, I break it down into three key elements. And one of them, as you say, is the timing. And this might actually be the most important element, and it goes back to the origin story, is: If you ask a question, and say you haven't planned a turn and talk, but you ask a question to a whole group and you see 12 hands shoot up, that is an ideal moment for a turn and talk. You automatically know that students are interested in this topic. So I think that's the sort of origin story, is: Instead of whipping around the room and asking all 12 students—because especially at the elementary level, if students don't get their chance to share, they are very disappointed. So I've also seen these moments drag out far too long. So it's kind of a good way to get everyone's voice heard. Maybe they're not saying it out to the whole group, but they get to have everyone's voice heard. And also you're buying into the engagement that's already there. So that would be the more spontaneous version, but you can plan in your lesson planning to time a turn and talk at a specific moment if you know your students well enough that you know can get them engaged in. And so that leads to one of the other points is the launch itself. So then you're really thinking about, "OK, I think this could be an interesting moment for students. Let me think a little bit deeper about what the hook is." Almost every teacher knows what a hook is, but they typically think about the hook at the very top of their lesson. And they don't necessarily think about, "How do I hook students in to every part of my lesson?" And maybe it's not a full 1-minute launch, maybe it's not a full hook, but you've got to reengage students, especially now in this day and time, we're seeing students with increasingly smaller attention spans. So it's important to think about how you're launching every single piece of your lesson. And then the third one, which goes against that origin story that I may or may not even be right about, but it goes against that sort of spontaneous nature of turn and talks, is: I think the best turn and talks are usually planned out in advance. So for me it's planning, timing, and launching. Those are my elements to success when I'm coaching teachers on doing a turn and talk. Mike: Another question that I wanted to unpack is: Talk about what. The turn and talk is a vehicle, but there's also content, right? So I'm wondering about that. And then I'm also wondering are there prompts or particular types of questions that educators can use that are more interesting and engaging, and they help draw students in and build that engagement experience you were talking about? Ramsey: Yeah, and it's funny you say, "Talk about what" because that's actually feedback that I've given to teachers, when I say, "How did that go for you?" And they go, "Well, it went OK." And I say, "Well, what did you ask them to talk about? Talk about what is important to think about in that planning process." So I hate to throw something big out there, but I would actually argue that at this point, we have seen the turn and talk sort of devolve into something that is stigmatized that often is vague. So what if instead of calling everything a turn and talk, you had specific types of turn and talks in your classroom. And these would take a little time to routinize; students would have to get used to them. But one idea I had is: What if you just called one "pick a side"? Pick a side, it tells the students right away what they need to do; it's extremely specific. So you're giving them one or two or—well not one, you're giving them two or three strategies, and you're telling them, "You have to pick one of these. And you're going to be explaining to your partner your rationale as to why you think that strategy works best or most efficiently." Or maybe it's an error analysis kind of thing. Maybe you plant one n as wrong, one n as right. And then you still ask them, "Pick a side here. Who do you agree with?" And then you also get a check for understanding because the students around the room who are picking the wrong one, you're picking up data on what they understand about the topic. Another one you can do is, you could just call it "justify your thinking." Justify your thinking. So that just simply says to them, "I have to explain to the person next to me why I'm thinking the way that I'm thinking about this prompt or this problem." So that could also be a "help their thinking." So maybe you put up someone's thinking on the board that is half baked, and now their job is to help that person. So that's a sort of deeper knowledge kind of thing too. And then the last one is we can turn the "What do you notice? What do you wonder?" [activity] into a routine that is very similar to a turn and talk, where both people have an opportunity to share what they're wondering or what they're noticing. But I think no matter what you call them, no matter how you routinize them, I think it's important to be more specific than "turn and talk." Mike: You use the word routinized. It's making me think a lot about why we find routines to have value, right? Because once you teach a particular routine, kids know what it is to do said routine. They know what it is to show up when you're doing Which one doesn't belong? They know the role that they play. And I think part of what really jumps out is: If you had a series of more granular turn and talk experiences that you were trying to cultivate, kids actually have a sense of what it is to do a turn and talk if you are helping thinking, or if you are agreeing or disagreeing, or whatever the choice might be. Ramsey: That's right. For me, everything, even when I'm working with middle and high school teachers, I say, "The more that you can put structures in place that remove those sort of barriers for thinking, the better off you're going to be." And so we could talk more too about how to differentiate and scaffold turn and talk. Sometimes that gets forgotten as well. But I think the other piece I would love to point out here is around—you're right, turn and talk is so ubiquitous. And what that means, what I've seen in schools, if I've seen, I'll go into a school and I might watch four different teachers teach the same lesson and the turn and talk will look and feel differently in each room. So the other advantage to being more specific is that if a student—let's say they went to, because even in an elementary school you might go to a specialist, you might go to art class. And that teacher might use a turn and talk. And what happens is they sort of get this general idea around the turn and talk and then they come into your room with whatever the turn and talk was in the last class or however the teacher used it last year. So to me there's also a benefit in personalizing it to your room as well so that you can get rid of some of that stigma if it wasn't going well for the student before, especially if you then go in and scaffold it. Mike: Let's talk a little bit about those scaffolds and maybe dig in a little bit deeper to some of the different kinds of routinized turn and talks. I'm wondering if you wanted to unpack anything in particular that you think would really be important for a teacher to think about as they're trying to take up the ideas that we've been discussing. Ramsey: And one of the simplest ones to implement is the Partner A, Partner B routine. I think maybe many of your listeners will be like, "Yeah, I use that." But one of the pieces that's really important there is that you really hold students accountable to honoring Partner A's time. So when Partner A is speaking, Partner B needs to be trying to make—you know, not everybody can do the eye contact thing, but there are some things that you can recommend and suggest for them. Maybe they have something to take notes on. So this could be having whiteboards at your rug, it could be clipboards, it could be that they have a turn and talk thought-catcher notebook or folder. And it doesn't matter what it is, but not everyone has the same processing skills. So we think about turn and talk sometimes as spontaneous, but we're forgetting that 12 students raised their hand and they were eager. What about the other 12 or 15? If they didn't raise their hand, it could be that they're shy but they have something on their mind. But it also could be that you just threw out a prompt and they haven't fully processed it yet. We know kids process things at different times and at different speeds. So incorporating in that—maybe it's even a minute up top. Everybody's taking their silent and solo minute to think about this prompt. Then Partner A is going to go. It's about equity and voice across the room. It's about encouraging listening, it's about giving think time. Mike: Well, I want to stop and mark a couple things. What occurs to me is that in some ways a podcast interview like this is one long turn and talk in the sense that you and I are both listening and talking with one another. And as you were talking, one of the things I realized is I didn't have a piece of paper with me. And what you were saying really connects deeply because even if it's just jotting down a word or two to help me remember that was a salient point or this is something that I want to follow up on, that's really critical. Otherwise, it really can feel like it can evaporate and then you're left not being able to explore something that might've been really important. I think the other thing that jumps out is the way that this notion of having a notepad or something to jot is actually a way to not necessarily just privilege spoken communication. That if I'm going to process or if I'm going to try to participate, having something like that might actually open up space for a kid whose favorite thing to do isn't to talk and process as they're talking. Does that make sense? Ramsey: Totally. I had a student in a program I was working with this summer who was 13 years old but was selectively mute. And the student teachers who were working in this room wanted to still be able to do a turn and talk. And they had her still partner with people, but she wrote down sentences and she literally held up her whiteboard and then the other student responded to the sentence that she wrote down on her whiteboard. So that's real. And to your other point about being able to jot down so you can remember—yeah, we have to remember we're talking about six-, seven-, eight-, nine-year olds. We're fully functioning adults and we still need to jot things down. So imagine when your brain is not even fully developed. We can't expect them to remember something from when they haven't been allowed to interrupt the other. And so I think going on now what you're saying is, that then makes me think about the Partner A, Partner B thing could also sort of tamper down the excitement a little bit if you make another student wait. So you also have to think about maybe that time in between, you might need to reengage. That's my own thinking right now, evolving as we're talking. Mike: So in some ways this is a nice segue to something else that you really made me think about. When we were preparing for this interview, much of what I was thinking about is the role of the teacher in finding the moment, as you said, where you can build excitement and build engagement, or thinking about the kind of prompts that have a specificity and how that could impact the substance of what kids are talking about. But what really jumped out from our conversation is that there's also a receptive side of turn and talk, meaning that there are people who are talking, but we also don't want the other person to just be passive. What does it look like to support the listening side of turn and talk? And I would love it if you would talk about the kinds of things you think it's important for educators to think about when they're thinking about that side of turn and talk. Ramsey: I would say don't forget about sentence starters that have to do with listening. So often when we're scaffolding, we're thinking about, "How do I get them to share out? How do I get them to be able to address this prompt?" But one of the easiest scaffolds that I've heard for listening—and it works very, very well—is, "What I heard you say is, blank." And so then the receptive student knows that a—tells them they have to be listening pretty carefully because they're about to be asked to repeat what the other person said. And this is an age-old elementary school sort of piece of pedagogy, is a call and response situation. But then we want to give them a stem that allows them maybe to ask a question. So it's, "What I heard you say was, blank. What I'm wondering is, blank." So that takes it to the next thinking level. But again, it's about being really specific and very intentional with your students and saying, "When it's Partner B's turn, you must lead with, 'What I heard you say is,' and only then can you get to your thinking or asking questions." Mike: That's huge. I think particularly when you think about the fact that there may be status issues between Partner A and Partner B. If Partner A is seen as or sees themselves as someone who's good at math and that's less true for Partner B, the likelihood of actually listening in a productive way seems like it's in danger at the very least. So I see these as tools that really do, one, build a level of accountability responsibility, but also level the playing field when it comes to things like status between two students. Ramsey: I would agree with that, yeah. I think, too, we always want to be mixing our groups. I think sometimes you get, when I think about those sort of people or those students who—you can walk into any classroom and you right away can look around the room, if you've seen enough math teaching, you can see the students who have the most confidence in math. So another piece to sort of leveling that field is making sure that your turn and talks are not always built on skill or high-level conceptual understanding. So that's where it might be helpful to have a more low-floor task, like a What do you notice? What do you wonder? But using the turn and talk routine of that. So it gives people more of a chance to get involved even when they don't have the highest level. It's kind of like the same idea with a Which one doesn't belong? [task] or a typical number talk. But, so you as the teachers have to be thinking about, "OK, yesterday we did one that was comparing two people's strategies, and I know that some of my students didn't quite understand either one of them. So today, in order to rebuild some of that confidence, I might do a version of a turn and talk that is much more open to different kinds of thinking." Mike: You started to go there in this last conversation we had about supporting the receptive side of turn and talk. I did want to ask if we can go a little bit deeper and think about tools like anchor charts. And you already mentioned sentence prompts, but sentence frames. To what extent do you feel like those can be helpful in building the kinds of habits we're talking about, and do you have any thoughts about those or any other resources that you think are important scaffolds? Ramsey: Yeah. I have seen some really, really wonderful teachers bring in such a simple way of activating an anchor chart and that is especially—it's easier to do an inquiry-based learning, but I think you can do it in any kind of classroom—is, when a student presents their thinking early on in a unit, and let's say we're talking about comparing fractions. And they say, "This is how I compared fractions," and you're annotating and you're charting it up for them as the teacher, you can call that strategy, "Maya's strategy." And so now it has a little bit more stickiness for both the students and for you. Now you know that there's a specific mathematical name for that strategy, but the students don't necessarily need to know that. You could put it in parentheses if you want. But I have seen that be really effective, and I've actually heard other students go, "I'm going to use Maya's strategy for this one," and able to then look and reference it. I think what happens sometimes with the anchor charts is, we still live in a sort of Pinterest world, and some people want those anchor charts to be beautiful, but they're not actually useful because it was drawn up perfectly and it's lovely and it's pretty, but the students don't have a real connection to it. So the other piece to that is the cocreation of the anchor chart. So it's not just naming the student; it's also going through it step by step. Maybe they're leading through it, maybe you're guiding it. Maybe you're asking probing questions. Maybe you throw in a turn and talk in the middle of that sort of exploration. And then students have a connection to that piece of paper. Anchor charts that have been created during your prep period, I guarantee you will have very little effect. So that's how I feel about those. I also love, I call them like mini anchor charts, but they sit on tables. In recent years I've seen more and more, especially in elementary classrooms—and I've encouraged them at the middle school and the high school level—of putting in a little, I don't really know the best way to describe it for listeners, but it sits on the tabletop, and it's almost like a placard holder. And inside of that you put a mini version of an anchor chart that sits at the students' tables. So if you're doing turn and talks at their desks, and they're sitting in desks of four, and that's right there in front of them with some sentence starters or maybe your very specific routines—pick a side!—and then you have the three steps to picking aside underneath. If that's sitting on the table right in front of them, they are much more likely to reference it than if it's on the wall across the room. That gets a little trickier if you're down at the rug if you're doing turn and talks down at the rug, but hey, you can get a slightly bigger one and stick a few down on the rug around them too if you really need to. Mike: I love that. That seems powerful and yet imminently practical. Ramsey: I've seen it work. Mike: Well, this happens to me every time I do a podcast. I have a lovely conversation, and we get close to the end of it, and I find myself asking: For listeners, what recommendations do you have for people who either want to learn more or would like to get started implementing some of the ideas we discussed today? Ramsey: Sure. I mean the biggest one that I tell both new teachers and veterans when you're looking to sort of improve on your practice is to go watch someone else teach. So it's as simple as asking a colleague, "Hey, do you know anybody who does this really well?" In fact, I've led some [professional development trainings] at schools where I've said, "Who in the room is great at this?" And a few people will throw their hands up, and I go, "Great. Instead of me explaining it, I'm going to have you tell us why you're so successful at that." So the easiest one is to go watch someone who has this down. But for some of the things that I've mentioned, I would think about not biting off too much. So if you are someone who your turn and talks, you readily admit that they're not specific, they're fully routinized, and they don't go well for you, I would not recommend putting in four new routines tomorrow, the A/B partner thing, and making the anchor charts for the tables all at once. What I always say is try one thing and also be transparent with the students. It goes a really long way, even with seven-year-olds, when you say, "Alright guys, we're going to do a new version of the turn and talk today because I've noticed that some of you have not been able to share as much as I would like you to. So we're going to try this, which is for me, I hope it allows both people to share and afterwards you can let me know how that felt." Students really appreciate that gesture, and I think that's really important if you are going to try something new to sort of be transparent about it. Oftentimes when teachers implement something new, it can feel like, not a punishment, but it's almost like a, "Ooh, why is she changing this up on us?" So letting them know also creates a warmer space too, and it shows them that you're learning, you're growing. Mike: I love that, and I think that's a great place to stop. Ramsey, thank you so much. It has really been a pleasure talking with you. Ramsey: Thank you. Like you said, I could do it all day, so I really appreciate it. I wish everyone out there well, and thanks again. Mike: This podcast is brought to you by The Math Learning Center and the Maier Math Foundation, dedicated to inspiring and enabling all individuals to discover and develop their mathematical confidence and ability. © 2025 The Math Learning Center | www.mathlearningcenter.org
Last week, we heard from motor planning expert, Brooke Poston, so today the three of us are diving deep into our experiences of apraxia with our own children! Here's what we're chatting about:When are children aren't cooperating, is it actually a behavior problem or an apraxia challenge? Do they need ABA therapy or motor coaching? How can we implement these motor planning techniques all day every day?Knowing what we know now, how can we offer more grace to our children when they appear dysregulated and/or uncooperative? Make sure you listen to last week's episode with Brooke first so you understand the basics of motor planning and apraxia before we dive into our personal examples!---SHOW NOTESListen to last week's episode with Brooke Poston for more information on motor planning.Follow Spellers & Brooke on Instagram!Visit spellers.com for more information. JOIN THE LUCKY CREWJoin us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $4.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Enjoy bonus episodes where we dive deeper into the most controversial issues, shop discounts, and more! Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!
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The episode kicks off with the hosts and guest Moosejaw diving into recent MLB playoff performances. Moosejaw highlights the incredible rookie pitching of Trejasiewicz and the offensive explosion from Dalton Varsho, both of whom absolutely dominated their recent games. Rooster, on the other hand, is channeling the ghosts of Yankees past, hoping Billy Martin can inject some life into manager Aaron Boone and Reggie Jackson can spark Aaron Judge. The conversation then shifts to college football, where Arch Manning's early struggles at quarterback are a hot topic, with some hosts suggesting he needs more time in college to develop.NFL Week 5 observations are next on the agenda, with a focus on "overreaction Monday." The hosts discuss the surprising losses of the Bills and Eagles, attributing the latter's defeat to a questionable offensive game plan that neglected Saquon Barkley. They also touch on the disappointing Baltimore Ravens and the quietly strong performances of the Colts, Lions, and 49ers. The segment wraps up with a look at the Chargers' recent struggles, the Dolphins' epic fourth-quarter collapse, and a quick shout-out to the resurgent Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold, proving that a change of scenery and good coaching can make all the difference for talented quarterbacksFinally, the bizarre incident involving former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez, who was charged with a felony after a confrontation with a 69-year-old man, sparked a debate about his behavior and the need for more information. This story highlights the challenges public figures face when their personal lives intersect with legal issues, and the importance of due process before making judgments. The incident also serves as a reminder that even seemingly successful post-playing careers can be derailed by unexpected events.
The episode kicks off with the hosts and guest Moosejaw diving into recent MLB playoff performances. Moosejaw highlights the incredible rookie pitching of Trejasiewicz and the offensive explosion from Dalton Varsho, both of whom absolutely dominated their recent games. Rooster, on the other hand, is channeling the ghosts of Yankees past, hoping Billy Martin can inject some life into manager Aaron Boone and Reggie Jackson can spark Aaron Judge. The conversation then shifts to college football, where Arch Manning's early struggles at quarterback are a hot topic, with some hosts suggesting he needs more time in college to develop. NFL Week 5 observations are next on the agenda, with a focus on "overreaction Monday." The hosts discuss the surprising losses of the Bills and Eagles, attributing the latter's defeat to a questionable offensive game plan that neglected Saquon Barkley. They also touch on the disappointing Baltimore Ravens and the quietly strong performances of the Colts, Lions, and 49ers. The segment wraps up with a look at the Chargers' recent struggles, the Dolphins' epic fourth-quarter collapse, and a quick shout-out to the resurgent Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold, proving that a change of scenery and good coaching can make all the difference for talented quarterbacks Finally, the bizarre incident involving former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez, who was charged with a felony after a confrontation with a 69-year-old man, sparked a debate about his behavior and the need for more information. This story highlights the challenges public figures face when their personal lives intersect with legal issues, and the importance of due process before making judgments. The incident also serves as a reminder that even seemingly successful post-playing careers can be derailed by unexpected events.
The kids meet an enthusiastic diver with a dream, and maybe some reclusive pokemon! A lot of fun to be had as we explore the tiny islands of Hoenn, here on Pikapi Podcast.
3HL - 9-24-25 - Hour 1 - Diving Deeper into the Brownlee Trade + Reacting to Cam Ward's PresserSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3HL - 9-24-25 - Hour 1 - Diving Deeper into the Brownlee Trade + Reacting to Cam Ward's PresserSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7:00 am: Hour 2 - Jeremy and Joe look deeper into Tom Brady's broadcasting/part owner situation, as controversy begins to swirl around a potential conflict of interest.
What happens when you stop fearing sharks — and start listening to them?In this inspiring episode, we dive into the extraordinary world of Cristina Zenato – a trailblazing shark behaviorist, cave explorer, and professional diver who has spent over three decades in the Bahamas.As Director of Training for the Underwater Explorer Society and Founder of the non-profit People of the Water, Cristina has dedicated her life to understanding and protecting the ocean's most misunderstood creatures.Join us as we explore her fascinating journey from her roots in Italy and the Congo to the depths of underwater caves and the intimate world of sharks. Cristina shares powerful stories of connection, resilience, and redefining success, while offering rich advice for anyone dreaming of a career in marine conservation.Whether you're intrigued by the emotional intelligence of sharks, curious about cave diving, or navigating your own conservation career path, this episode is packed with insight, heart, and raw inspiration.Enjoy.
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In this episode, Brian welcomes Mike from New Jersey, who shares his incredible journey from a non-believer to a full-time Bigfoot researcher. Mike discusses his initial Bigfoot expedition, unexpected encounters, and the life-changing experiences that followed.They delve into theories about Bigfoot behavior, vocalizations, and knocks, reflecting on personal and collective research findings. Mike also opens up about his YouTube series 'In the Shadow of Big Red Eye,' detailing its evolution and content. The discussion covers upcoming speaking engagements, conferences, and the promise of new episodes.Visit Shadow Of Red EyeGet Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our Sponsors 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:13 Mike's Bigfoot Journey Begins 03:37 The First Bigfoot Expedition 07:37 Reflecting on the First Encounter 14:57 Diving Deeper into Bigfoot Research 19:34 The Elusive Bigfoot: Belief and Evidence 20:51 Analyzing Famous Bigfoot Evidence 22:43 Personal Encounters and Shifting Beliefs 24:14 Theories on Bigfoot's Nature 27:27 Unique Bigfoot Behaviors and Stories 28:59 Bigfoot Communication: Tree Knocks and More 33:40 Bigfoot Research Presentations and Community 36:13 In the Shadow of Big Red Eye: The ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.
In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo, Alex Collins, and Mark SanGiacomo delve into the complexities of life insurance, discussing its various types, the importance of income replacement, and how to determine the right amount of coverage. They explore the differences between term and permanent insurance, including whole life and universal life policies, emphasizing the need for personalized financial planning. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding insurance products, their benefits, and potential drawbacks, ultimately guiding listeners towards making informed decisions about their financial security. Check out our website: beerandmoney.net For a quick assessment of your current financial life go to: https://www.livingbalancesheet.com/lbsVision/lite/RyanBurklo Takeaways Life insurance is primarily about income replacement. Determining the right amount of insurance is crucial. Your most valuable asset is yourself and your income. Life insurance should fit into a broader financial plan. There are two main types of life insurance: term and permanent. Universal life insurance offers flexibility but has growing costs. Whole life insurance provides guarantees and stability. Policy dividends can enhance whole life policies but are not guaranteed. Understanding the terms of your policy is essential for long-term planning. Consulting with a financial professional is vital for making informed decisions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Life Insurance Types 02:52 Understanding Income Replacement and Coverage Needs 05:57 Exploring Life Insurance Products: Term vs. Permanent 08:50 Diving Deeper into Universal Life Insurance 12:00 Understanding Whole Life Insurance 15:06 Comparing Universal Life and Whole Life Insurance 18:00 The Importance of Professional Guidance in Life Insurance 21:03 Final Thoughts on Life Insurance Strategies
Ordinary Guys Extraordinary Wealth: Real Estate Investing and Passive Income Tactics
Ever wonder if that “Big, Beautiful Bill” Trump passed is actually helping real estate investors? In this episode of The FasterFreedom Show, Sam and Lucas sit down with CPA and tax strategist Kaden Hackney (BEC / beccfo.com) to break down exactly what's inside Trump's major tax reform—and what it really means for investors like you.They dive deep into Opportunity Zones, domestic manufacturing incentives, and all the real estate-friendly goodies packed into the bill—plus a few curveballs you might not expect. Kaden explains how using a tax pro (like him) can make a world of difference compared to doing your taxes on TurboTax—and why your average accountant might be leaving money on the table.But it's not all sunshine and deductions. They also call out some of the less investor-friendly parts of the bill and share what real estate investors need to watch out for in 2025 and beyond.If you're serious about maximizing tax benefits and building long-term wealth, this episode is a must-listen.Free Rental Investment Training: https://freerentalwebinar.comFasterFreedom Capital Connection: https://fasterfreedomcapital.com
Guest: Colleen Ashford MS, CCC-SLPEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/advocacy-and-iepsIn this episode, Erin and Colleen discuss the depth of advocacy surrounding IEPs, EI, and the impact of recent policy changes. This vulnerable discussion touches on what it means to advocate for our families in the school setting and beyond. Colleen discusses the effects of variety in policy and laws state by state, and the importance of seeking resources and support to help you support your families. They also discuss how SLPs can tailor their services in private practice and resources to support you in this process. If you are ready to explore and expand your value and advocacy as an SLP, this episode is for you.Here is the link of an organization Coleen would recommend donating to: https://www.ilrc.org/donate-nowThey are the same one that created these Family Preparedness Plan Packets that can be given to families:https://www.ilrc.org/resources/step-step-family-preparedness-planColeen's CoursesThe Collaborative IEP with Ashley Barlow (two complimentary courses):https://thecollaborativeiep.spiffy.co/a/0KLCN2r0pE/4345https://thecollaborativeiep.spiffy.co/a/lkgsG1az5P/4345YourSLPDaj's SIDE BIZ SLP Course-https://ashford--cotreatcorner.thrivecart.com/sidebizslp/If people want to hear The Unfiltered IEPs Podcast they can subscribe here to find out when new episodes are released!https://theadvocateslp.myflodesk.com/dqt0sp358uWatch First Bite on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7MAivUFBhc4?si=F6rhc3118SrSsOwN
Trevor Zegras is a Philadelphia Flyer. The news broke during yesterday's show and we're still wrapping our heads around it. Today, Charlie & Bill will be joined by Derek Lee, Anaheim Ducks beat writer from The Hockey News, to discuss how this trade came to be and what to expect from Zegras.They'll also dive deeper into the different aspects of Zegras' fit in Philly, his contract status, potential linemates, and more!
Riz Mirza, a psychic, channeler, medium, and shaman, offers a profound and thought-provoking exploration of spirituality, emotional awareness, and our connection to unseen realms. From uncovering the distinctions between his roles to sharing transformative stories of his journey, Riz invites us all to reconsider how we perceive reality, inner peace, and our relationships with the departed. Through engaging metaphors, insightful anecdotes, and a deep dive into channeling, Riz sheds light on the power of sensitivity, the fluidity of life beyond the physical, and the importance of humor and curiosity in navigating life's challenges. This episode will inspire you to explore your inner world, expand your spiritual perspective, and embrace the magic of existence. Riz Mirza is a Master Trance Channel and psychic medium who has conducted over 2,500 live Circle of Light gatherings, totaling more than 8,000 hours of channeled sessions. For 15 years, Riz has helped individuals explore their spiritual paths, navigate trauma, and connect with their Higher Selves through personal messages and profound guidance from spirit guides. Known for his unique ability to channel publicly in full trance, Riz offers wisdom, clarity, and support to live audiences and online groups, creating a one-of-a-kind transformative experience. —Riz's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychic_riz_the_wiz —Riz's Website: https://www.rizmirza.com/ Resources: —Ready to transform your relationships? Download The Relationship Toolkit for free and learn the 5 essential skills to thrive in love and life! https://go.markgroves.com/relationship-toolkit-podcast —Ready to stop chasing emotionally unavailable people? Download your free guide to break the cycle and call in the relationship you crave: https://go.markgroves.com/unavailable-people-opt-in-podcast —Learn the connection between Attachment Styles, how it affects the Nervous System, AND how you can heal it: .https://go.markgroves.com/nervous-system-opt-in-podcast If you want to dive deeper into Mark's content, search through every episode, find specific topics we've covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com Themes: Spirituality, Psychic, Channeling, Mediumship, Shamanism, Healing, Sensitivity, Intuition, Frequency, Connection, Energy, Awareness, Joy, Peace, Transformation, Empowerment, Creativity, Humor, Vulnerability, Growth This episode is sponsored by: —Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com —Mighty Networks: Go to http://www.markgroves.com/mightynetworks to learn how you can create your own community! Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Mountain E12 — If Jesus' role as the promised mountaintop intercessor was unclear from the mountain stories in the Gospels, the author of the letter to the Hebrews wants to make it explicit. Drawing together imagery of Moses on Mount Sinai, the levitical priesthood, and the Old Testament sacrificial system, Hebrews declares that Jesus is the eternal high priest who can ascend to the holy mountain for the people through the blood of his own sacrifice. In this episode, Jon and Tim wrap up our series on The Mountain by exploring Jesus' ascension to the heavenly cosmic mountain, thereby opening the door for humanity.View all of our resources for The Mountain →Timestamps Chapter 1: Recap of the Mountain Theme (0:00-11:31)Chapter 2: The Divine Son, Perfect Sacrifice, and Cosmic High Priest (11:31-40:14)Chapter 3: Draw Near to the Heavenly Mount Zion (40:14-58:28)Chapter 4: Diving Deeper into the Mountain Theme (58:28-1:02:37)Official Episode TranscriptView this episode's official transcript.Referenced ResourcesRethinking the Atonement: New Perspectives on Jesus's Death, Resurrection, and Ascension by David M. MoffittCheck out Tim's library here.You can experience our entire library of resources in the BibleProject app, available for Android and iOS.Show Music“Lozari” by L'indécis“The String That Ties Us” by Beautiful EulogyBibleProject theme song by TENTSShow CreditsProduction of today's episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer. Frank Garza and Aaron Olsen edited today's episode, and Aaron Olsen also provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty does our show notes, and Hannah Woo provides the annotations for our app. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.Powered and distributed by Simplecast.