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✨Start Your Dream Paper Product Business! ✨ Join my 5-Day Print Your Thing Challenge! https://www.dreamprinting.co/challenge   In this episode, Polly Payne shares the real reasons aspiring creators get stuck and never launch their planner, journal, or devotional. If you've started designing but haven't finished, this episode breaks down the mental and practical roadblocks holding you back and how to overcome them. About me: I am Polly Payne, the CEO and founder of Horacio Printing. I have sold more than 60,000 Dream Planners around the world along with bible studies and journals. I now help other dreamers do the same, which is why I created Print School. Have a question? Comment below and let's chat! YOUR NEXT STEPS: ✨Take My 5-Day Print Challenge: https://www.dreamprinting.co/challenge

Air Date: 3/3/2026 The Monthly-ish Mix™ is here to get you caught up on recent news without being overwhelming! This month we examine the multi-front struggle for control: military force and economic coercion seizing resources abroad, institutions weaponized to constrain bodies at home, platforms and propaganda capturing minds, and the democratic resistance proving that organized people can still win. Be part of the show! Leave a voice message, message us on Signal at the handle bestoftheleft.01, or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Full Show Notes Check out our new show, SOLVED! on YouTube! BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Use our links to shop Bookshop.org and Libro.fm for a non-evil book and audiobook purchasing experience! Join our Discord community! PART 1: TAKING WHAT THEY WANT (00:02:31) #1762 - Trump's Imperialistic Shakedown of Venezuela 1: Trump Admits Venezuela Attacks Are All About Their Oil - The Majority Report W/ Sam Seder - Air Date 12-18-25 2: USA Is the Worst Pirate on Earth: Trump Boasts of Stealing Venezuela's Oil - Geopolitical Economy Report - Air Date 12-26-25 3: Trump's Piracy in the Caribbean - The Real News Podcast - Air Date 12-23-25 (00:29:28) #1768 - The End of an Era: The International Rules-Based Order Gives Way to Trump's Might-Makes-Right Plutocracy 4: Gaza, Venezuela, and Greenland Mark End of World Legal Order Set up in 1945 - Redeye - Air Date 1-19-26 5: "Empire in Decline": Historian Alfred McCoy on U.S. Aggression in Venezuela, Iran & Beyond - Democracy Now! - Air Date 1-13-26 6: Mark Carney and the New World Order - Front Burner - Air Date 1-20-26 (00:53:33) #1764 - Wealth Inequality is Bad for Society and There's No Good Counterargument 7: The Capitalist Mindset - The Market Exit - Air Date 12-9-25 8: Where Are Americas Leaders? - Robert Reich and Inequality Media Civic Action - Air Date 1-6-26 PART 2: CONTROLLING BODIES (01:04:42) #1766 - The Fragility of State Violence: The ICE Occupation, Renee Good, and the Minneapolis Uprising 9: Abolish ICE - Takes™ by Jamelle Bouie - Air Date 1-7-26 10: ICE Is a Way to Deal With Surplus Males - Therese - Air Date 1-9-25 11: ICE Can Hack Your Phone Without You Knowing - Taylor Lorenz - Air Date 9-5-25 (01:30:58) #1763 - It's Not a Health Care System, it's a Wealth Extraction System 12: 20M Americans Set to Lose Healthcare Coverage Jan. 1 After Congress Goes on Recess - Democracy Now! - Air Date 12-30-25 13: Agonizing Choices on ACA Deadline Day Part 1 - Brian Lehrer_ A Daily Podcast - Air Date 12-15-25 14: Medicare For All Non-Negotiable #3 Part 1 - UNFTR - Air Date 2-8-25 (01:57:14) #1767 - Wars Are Won By Teachers and Trump is Attacking Them Like a Foreign Adversary 15: 'Abandoning' Kids' Futures AFT Pres. Slams Trump Dept. of Education Changes - MS NOW - Air Date 11-19-25 16: How Trumps Agenda Hurts College Students - Right Now With Perry Bacon - Air Date 11-19-25 17: Trump Set to Garnish Wages for Student Loan Defaults - Democracy Now! - Air Date 12-30-25 PART 3: CONTROLLING MINDS (02:20:20) #1773 - How Big Tech Captured Attention, Kids, and Democracy 18: Trouble at TikTok Part 1 - Today, Explained - Air Date 2-4-26 19: Is Social Media Having Its Big Tobacco Moment Part 1 - The Global Story - Air Date 2-16-26 20: DMs! My Kingdom For DMs! - The Muckrake Political Podcast - Air Date 2-17-26 (02:46:22) #1765 - AI Capitalism Will Not Deliver an AI Utopia 21: The AI Bubble Part 1 - Today, Explained - Air Date 10-28-25 22: Desperate OpenAI Turns To Erotica - Novara Media - Air Date 10-16-25 23: Trump Considers Order to Override State Regulations on Artificial Intelligence - PBS NewsHour - Air Date 11-20-25 (03:09:13) #1772 - From Fragile to Fascist: How Broken Masculinity Feeds Authoritarianism 24: The Terrifying Rise of "Vice Signalling" - JimmyTheGiant - Air Date 1-28-26 25: The Incel to ICE Pipeline (with F.D Signifier and Caroline Kwan) Part 1 - Matt Bernstein - Air Date 2-6-26 26: The Rise of the Authoritarian-Curious - Then & Now - Air Date 2-9-26 (03:35:07) #1769 - Politics Beyond the Ballot Box: Elections and the Movements that Power Them 27: Donald Trump Wants to Cancel the Midterm Elections Part 1 - Takes™ by Jamelle Bouie - Air Date 1-16-26 28: The Next Socialist In Congress with Claire Valdez Part 1 - The Majority Report - Air Date 1-22-26 PART 4: THE PEOPLE PUSH BACK (03:48:36) #1770 - Getting in the Fight Against ICE and Authoritarianism 29: What I've Learned From Reading History - Takes™ by Jamelle Bouie - Air Date 1-28-26 30: Americans Flex Democratic Muscles to Show That, Together, They're Stronger Than Trump - The Rachel Maddow Show - Air Date 1-27-26 31: ICE Out of Minnesota: Unions & Churches Lead Economic Blackout in "Day of Truth and Freedom" - Democracy Now! - Air Date 1-23-26 (04:04:47) #1771 - They Need You in the Dark: Information, Journalism, and the Fight Against Fascism 32: AG Bondi Confirms FBI Executed Search Warrant at WaPo Reporter's Home - MS Now - Air Date 1-13-26 33: Why Trump Arresting Journalists Is a Sign of Weakness - Takes™ by Jamelle Bouie - Air Date 1-30-26 34: Humor Can Topple Dictators Part 1 - Why, America with Leeja Miller - Air Date 10-18-25   Produced by Jay! 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Today, I'm talking with Zillow CEO Jeremy Wacksman. Zillow is one of those apps that really exemplifies what you might call the smartphone era of software: the company built a great mobile app for looking at real estate listings, and it turned into not just entertainment for so many of us, but what has become a vertically-integrated platform for buying, selling, and renting real estate. Jeremy's argument is that the future of Zillow looks a lot like an end-to-end business platform for real estate agents, and we spent a lot of time talking about whether a business as local and as relationship driven as real estate can benefit from platform-level scale in the way he's proposing. Links:  Zillow's new AI staging feature is impressively unimpressive | The Verge Zillow's upgraded AI search will show you more homes you can't afford | The Verge Zillow adds DMs so you can chat about homes you'll never buy | The Verge FTC accuses Zillow of paying $100 million to ‘dismantle' Redfin | The Verge Housing is frozen. Wacksman knows you're still scrolling | NYT Wacksman on the US housing market | Bloomberg Talks Subscribe to The Verge to access the ad-free version of Decoder! Credits: Decoder is a production of The Verge and part of the Vox Media Podcast Network. Decoder is produced by Kate Cox and Nick Statt. This was edited by Xander Adams. Our editorial director is Kevin McShane.  The Decoder music is by Breakmaster Cylinder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader The Learning Leader Show Key Learnings  Go out and dent the universe. Erin's parents didn't put pressure on her to get perfect grades or go to Harvard; they wanted her to use her privilege and beautiful upbringing to make the world a better place. Youngest child syndrome makes you quick. Being the youngest of six, Erin learned to speak very quickly to get her thoughts in at the dinner table, and she was given unsolicited advice her whole childhood (which is why she loves giving advice now). Your siblings' sole job is to keep you grounded. Erin's parents are proud and supportive, but her siblings roast her and beat her down (all in good fun) to keep her as humble as possible. Success is attributed to a sense of humor. Erin gave career advice that was funny, and nobody had ever really seen that before. You don't get that unless you're the slightly bullied youngest of six kids your entire life. Rejection rage is a choice. At a Women in Film networking event, the head of the organization paused Erin's documentary trailer 30 seconds in and said, "You need to be more realistic." Erin went on to get a Pulitzer fellowship and premiered a feature documentary at 23 with international distribution. When you get a rejection, you can either let it beat you down or say, "I'm going to show them." "Tell me about yourself" is the world's worst interview question. It's lazy, not specific, and hard for the interviewee to truncate their entire life into 90 seconds. Use the past-present-future template: 1-2 sentences about your past, 1-2 about your present role, then future (where the interviewer's ears perk up), connecting to why you're applying for this specific role. Specificity is the magic word. When sending cold emails, the chances of getting a good response dramatically increase if you're specific: specific praise, specific question. Instead of "Can I pick your brain over coffee?" say, "I watched your video about X, and when you said Y, it piqued my curiosity." Higher quality questions get higher quality answers. This isn't just for podcasts or job interviews; it's a life skill. Good professional communication is like chess, not checkers. Most people just play checkers (you said this to me, I'm going to say this to you), but chess is thinking 10 steps ahead about what your end goal is and how this person falls along the path to that goal. Don't ask for a raise; ask for an adjustment to your compensation. Your job is transactional (you do work, they pay you). When you accepted your salary, you were doing X, Y, Z. Now you're doing X, Y, Z plus A, B, C. It's no longer an equal partnership, so you need an adjustment. It's not personal, it's just professional. Know your audience and your leverage.  Emotional regulation is powerful communication. If we just act impulsively and say what's on our mind all the time, it doesn't actually get you where you want to go. Always keep your desired outcome in mind. It's about checkmate. Don't just react, think about what the end goal is and how this conversation gets you there. Humanize people, don't make them wrong. That egotistical senior VP is probably actually really insecure about where they are in their career and wakes up every morning not knowing what they're doing. Put your ego to the side. Being a great communicator requires taking a break from thinking about yourself and thinking about what the other person's life is like and what their goals are. Align your goals with their goals. Think about how you can create that authentic relationship by figuring out how your goals align with what they're trying to accomplish. Shut up and listen. We do a little bit too much talking when we're trying to negotiate or strategize. It can be very beneficial to embrace the silence and practice active listening. Curiosity is an amazing way to show love. Being genuinely curious about a person makes them like you, and it becomes more natural the more you do it. Compliments have to be genuine and specific. People are way better at sniffing out fake compliments than you realize. If you can't find one thing you truly admire about someone, don't say anything. Don't make it transactional. When people ask, "How do I not make it feel like I'm using them?" Erin says, "Well, don't use them. Just be genuine." The most loving thing you can do is respect people's time. Meeting bloat has gotten really bad since the pandemic, and a lot of time is disrespected in meetings across the world. Maybe don't have the meeting. A lot of meetings are completely unnecessary, or at least the way they're set up, the people invited, or the way they're run are really inefficient. Only invite crucial people. Make sure that only the people who absolutely need to be there are invited to the meeting. Always have an agenda. At the beginning of every meeting, say "Here are the three things we're going to cover today, and here's the goal of this meeting." Put it in the calendar link with bullet points. Don't have brainstorming meetings. Have meetings with very tangible goals at the end, state them up front, and make sure that goal has been achieved by the end. Email subject lines are underutilized. Erin's dad's company would put tags like "request," "informational," or "command" on subject lines so you knew exactly what type of email it was and what was expected. The exercise of making a five-year plan changes your brain. Erin doesn't believe in sticking to a five-year plan, but the exercise of thinking about the future creates new neural pathways that change the way you think about yourself and your life. A happy life is an intentional life. The vast majority of people float through life and act very reactionary. Sitting down and thinking about what you actually want in five years is powerful self-care. Sit down with your partner and do this together. Before you get married, make five-year plans together. They might look really different (which is revealing) or really similar which doubles down on alignment. Create multiple five-year plans if you're young. If you don't know which path you're going to take, create five different scenarios for yourself and see which one energizes you most. Financial freedom is a goal worth stating. Erin wants to be financially free in the next five years, which allows her to pursue mission-driven work on her own terms. You're just another human trying to figure it out. Even though Erin wrote the book on workplace communication, she's still winging it every day just like everybody else. Combat the knowledge curse by staying connected to real people. When you're an expert in something, it's hard to imagine not being an expert. Erin moved back to Maryland suburbs to experience people working normal corporate jobs, DMs with people daily about their experiences, and gets on free calls just to listen. The data in newsletters tells a different story than people's actual experiences, so she stays grounded by hearing real anecdotes from IT workers in North Carolina or nurses in Kentucky. Set goals really high. Erin wants her startup to help 500,000 job seekers in a year, which is ambitious, but she doesn't care if she fails as long as she tries to reach it. More Learning #507 - Jesse Cole: How to Build Your Idea Muscle #344 - Jesse Cole: How to Create "You Wouldn't Believe" Moments #365 - James Altucher: How to Become An Idea Machine Reflection Questions Good communication is chess, not checkers. Think about a difficult conversation you need to have this week. Instead of just reacting to what they say, what's your desired outcome? What would "checkmate" look like, and how can you think 10 steps ahead to get there? Who in your life keeps you humble If no one does, how might you be losing perspective on yourself? What would it look like to invite that kind of honest feedback into your life? Erin recommends making a five-year plan, not to stick to it, but because the exercise creates new neural pathways. When's the last time you sat down and intentionally thought about what you want your life to look like in five years? What's stopping you from doing that this week?

Welcome to Episode 377 of the Worship Probs Podcast! Brian and Kim are LIVE from Worship 4.24 Conference at Cedarville University in Cedarville, OH recording with a tremendous audience! Jump into this episode - You'll hear great encouragement & wisdom, tons of laughter with some crazy Prayer Concerns, and dive into our segment, Sliding Into the DMs, as the WP crew answers questies live from the audience. Check it out - and like, comment, subscribe, and share with a friend! 
Learn more and stay connected with >>> Worship Probs (instagram.com/worshipprobs) // Brian Tabor (instagram.com/briantabor) // Kim Tabor (instagram.com/kimtabor) // Worship 4.24 Conference (instagram.com/worship.424) Special thank you to Ally at Ally B Creative for editing the podcast [Follow @allybachanos and visit linktr.ee/allybachanos], and our great friend Scott Hoke for the voiceover intro [Visit www.scotthokevoice.com].

The show closes with Deon Cole’s headline‑making jokes at the NAACP Image Awards, where his sharp comedic “prayer” aimed at Nicki Minaj sparked immediate online backlash, with Barbz flooding social media and sending Cole graphic DMs after the joke went viral. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show delivers a packed episode that opens with the intensifying conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran as coordinated airstrikes continue following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Reports highlight expanding missile exchanges, regional retaliation, U.S. casualties, and international concern as the conflict spills into multiple Middle Eastern nations, disrupting airports, energy markets, and diplomatic stability. Shifting gears, the team recaps a standout night at the NAACP Image Awards, where Black actors lit up the ceremony with big wins, standout fashion moments, and powerful expressions of cultural pride, echoing coverage that “Sinners” dominated the awards and that presenters and honorees addressed ongoing racial and political tensions. Rumors about Zendaya and Tom Holland rise again as multiple outlets report that her stylist, Law Roach, claims the couple quietly married—though neither star has confirmed the alleged secret ceremony. The show closes with Deon Cole’s headline‑making jokes at the NAACP Image Awards, where his sharp comedic “prayer” aimed at Nicki Minaj sparked immediate online backlash, with Barbz flooding social media and sending Cole graphic DMs after the joke went viral. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Travis is joined in studio by his producer Eric for a candid breakdown of the exploding OnlyFans economy, why Californians are leading the charge in spending, and what all of this reveals about our relationship with money and loneliness. Together they mix data, dark humor, and real‑talk money advice to challenge how much you are blowing on subscriptions that do nothing for your long‑term wealth or relationships. On this episode we talk about: How Californians spent over $350 million on OnlyFans in 2025 and why that number is “light” compared to what people imagine. Which cities and states are the biggest OnlyFans spenders per capita and why Utah keeps showing up in adult‑industry data. How the creator side became a billion‑dollar industry with over a million U.S. creators and a tiny handful making most of the money. The psychological trap of thinking you have a “relationship” with creators, paywalled DMs, and AI/agency chat replies. Practical guidelines for how much of your income you should (and shouldn't) be spending on platforms like OnlyFans if you actually want to build wealth. Top 3 Takeaways If you are already in debt, spending hundreds a month on OnlyFans is not “self‑care,” it is sabotage to your financial future. The average OnlyFans creator makes very little, so chasing top‑1% creator money in that space comes with huge trade‑offs for your reputation and long‑term options. You will not buy your way out of loneliness with parasocial online “relationships”; money does a lot more for you when it is in your bank account than when it is in someone else's tip jar. Notable Quotes “Stop spending money on dumb shit all the time, because it is just not worth it.” “You feel like you have this quasi‑relationship because you sent her $24,000 over three years—but you don't, bro.” “Money only solves money problems, but it is easier to solve problems with money in the bank than with a stack of OnlyFans receipts.” ✖️✖️✖️✖️

In this gripping episode, we journey to the atmospheric heart of the Black Country in the West Midlands, joined by the fearless team behind Terror Nation — one of the UK's most dynamic paranormal YouTube channels, renowned for hosting unforgettable investigations and live events at the country's most notoriously haunted locations.We welcome special guests Tim, Kie Zombiie, and Romey (of Romey's Paranormal Adventures), three seasoned explorers who regularly venture into abandoned sites and reputedly cursed places in search of the unexplained.The team opens up about their most chilling personal encounters: heart-stopping full-bodied apparitions appearing out of nowhere, shadow figures charging directly at them, disembodied demonic voices captured in the dead of night, and other high-stakes moments from their wildest investigations.We also dive deep into some of the United Kingdom's most infamous paranormal hotspots, with a special focus on Cannock Chase — frequently dubbed "the UK's Skinwalker Ranch" for its relentless parade of bizarre phenomena. From the blood-curdling cries of the legendary Screaming Lady, sightings of eerie black-eyed children, reports of the menacing Pigman, to countless other unexplained entities and strange lights, this sprawling woodland remains one of Britain's undisputed epicentres of the supernatural.https://youtube.com/@terrornation1?si=mWlNKzO454x1s7Z7Gear up and get freaky with official Let's Get Freaky merchandise! Our spooky-cool collection features hoodies, t-shirts, mugs, stickers, and more—perfect for showing your love of the paranormal while staying comfy and stylish. Dive into the full range now: http://tee.pub/lic/aQprv54kktwGot a mind-blowing paranormal encounter, cryptid sighting, UFO experience, or any high-strangeness story that still gives you chills? We want to hear it—and we want YOU on the show! Become a guest on Let's Get Freaky and share your true story with our growing freaky community. Drop us a line at: letsgetfreakypodcast@mail.com Or slide into our DMs on socials: Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, or YouTube → @tcletsgetfreakypodcastEverything you need in one place: https://linktr.ee/letsgetfreaky

Matt and Rob sit down with Cristina of I Seduce the Dragon to talk about Knife Theory -- a way to think about character creation and a tool for DMs to use to create drama. Have fun! Stab your friends! Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice Follow Dungeon Master of None on Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/dmofnone.bsky.social  More socials Join our Patreon for bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/DungeonMasterOfNone   Join the DMofNone Discord!

Send a textWhat if the secret to IML isn't the perfect body or the flashiest gear, but ruthless intention and a calm breath before every answer? International Mr. Leather 2025, René Hébert, joins us for a rare, no-spin walkthrough of what it really takes to prepare, compete, and live the title year without losing yourself. From his first sash as Western Canada Leatherboy to Mr. Palm Springs Leather and the big stage in Chicago, René charts the skills that actually move the needle: community ties, stage comfort built in the Imperial Court, and a plan for every outcome.We dig into the parts most folks only whisper about. Gear strategy starts with identity, not shopping lists; your bio must be defensible; and eight-minute interviews reward succinct, memorable answers over monologues. René explains how researching judges sharpens your read of vague questions, why the physique segment is more about vulnerability than abs, and how to design a 90-second speech with a clean arc and a hard-hitting closer. He also opens the back door on the title year: a dedicated inbox to tame hundreds of DMs, the real costs hidden in meals and rideshares, and the boundary work it takes to keep the sash from swallowing your life.There's more. We talk rule changes and the one-shot-only debate, forging a title year that reflects your values instead of copying past winners, and why immigration, trans rights, and current controversies will be on the table when judges meet you. René shares the shock of a forced move to Montreal, the strain of long-distance love, and the small daily practices that make resilience real. We close with practical advice for contestants and a listener Ask Edge on balancing kink with everyday life and building real friendships.If you care about Leather, Kink, IML prep, interview strategy, speechwriting, boot black culture, or sustainable leadership, this conversation is your blueprint. Subscribe, share with your title class, and leave a review telling us the one tip you'll use first.For more great educational resources from René, check out his social media:TikTok @BuckHarderYouTube: @TheFriendlyBootblackIG: @rene_jacque_strappeFb: IML2025Support the showAsk Edge! Go to https://www.speakpipe.com/LTHREDGE to leave ask a question or leave feedback. Find Edge's other content on Instagram and Twitter. Also visit his archive of educational videos, Tchick-Tchick.

You know how every +1 sword in 5e feels like it came off the same enchanted assembly line? "Congratulations adventurer — your reward is… statistically adequate." This week, the crew grabs a metaphorical chisel, carves glowing symbols into that boredom, and asks: What if your weapon didn't just hit harder — what if it screamed cosmic philosophy while doing it? From axiomatic swords enforcing universal order to anarchic axes overthrowing alignment conventions, we dive into Pathfinder 2e rune system mechanics, shamelessly loot them for D&D 5e magic item customization, and then escalate into tone-bending chaos where you might play villain henchmen or survive horror scenarios for fun. Because nothing says "balanced campaign design" like rewriting metaphysics with Nordic graffiti and then handing the party an axe that hates bureaucracy. Show Notes In this episode, the RPGBOT crew examines one of tabletop fantasy's most persistent mechanical gripes: magic items in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition often feel numerically incremental rather than creatively transformative. The discussion pivots toward Pathfinder 2e's rune system, positioning it as a compelling model for deeper customization through layered item enhancement rather than static bonuses. The hosts unpack the distinctions between fundamental and property runes, emphasizing how property runes add unique mechanical effects to weapons and armor, producing gameplay that's both expressive and modular. They explore how these mechanics could be translated into homebrew D&D campaigns, addressing balance through level-based restrictions, rarity adjustments, and vulnerability considerations. Attention shifts toward practical experimentation — allowing multiple runes per item, adjusting enhancement bonuses, and porting armor runes to broaden defensive options. The conversation also touches on systemic design trends like emerging magic item pricing guidance in OneD&D, which could make cross-system adaptation easier for DMs. In true RPGBOT fashion, the episode expands beyond mechanics into narrative structure: The crew suggests using rune-inspired item shifts as gateways for tonal experimentation, recommending session-zero communication, short tonal arcs, villain-perspective one-shots, or survival-horror side stories to re-energize campaigns. The result is an episode that blends TTRPG system design analysis, cross-system mechanical hacking, and campaign tone strategy, demonstrating how rules innovation can reshape storytelling possibilities at the table. Key Takeaways Standard D&D 5e magic item mechanics often rely on numeric scaling rather than narrative identity. Pathfinder 2e rune mechanics provide modular item customization through layered enhancements. Property runes introduce unique combat and thematic effects beyond simple bonuses. Use level restrictions and rarity mapping to maintain balance. Experiment with multiple runes per item for player agency. Extend rune logic to armor for broader gear diversity. Price transparency (e.g., OneD&D item costs) supports homebrew adaptation. Rune mechanics illustrate modular system design principles applicable across TTRPGs. Discuss tonal changes openly with players before implementation. Run experimental arcs or villain POV sessions for variety. Horror survival scenarios can reframe player motivation and stakes. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati  

In this episode of the Wedpreneur Podcast, I'm sharing a real moment that changed how I handle inquiries in my wedding business, and why having a clear lead workflow matters more than motivation.After juggling motherhood, reopening my planning services, and managing a busy event season, I realized something simple: when your capacity shifts, your systems must carry the weight.We'll talk about:How missed DMs and delayed emails quietly cost you bookingsWhy Caribbean wedding professionals are especially vulnerable to scattered leadsThe cultural reasons we avoid building systemsWhat actually happens when inquiries live in Instagram, WhatsApp, and your memoryMy exact step-by-step lead workflowHow to build a simple starter system without overwhelmIf you've ever forgotten to follow up, lost a message in your request folder, or relied on memory to manage inquiries... this episode is for you.Because steady businesses grow.Join our community!Instagram: @thewedpreneur_official Facebook Group: The Wedpreneur HQWebsite: www.thewedpreneur.com

The guards lie scattered across the floor. Something about this creature isn't right. Clarence has fought a Leer before… and that means he might know how to stop it. If he can remember in time.Doc pushes back into the chaos, trying to save anyone still breathing as energy races up the Leer's bandages like veins. The Leer ruptures. Thousands of bandages scatter across the floor like worms. And in the aftermath, something changes. A symbol burns onto Monday. A new Ki awakens.The question is no longer who is Monday - but what can he do? PLAY THE DUST WORLD RPG NOW:We've released the epic RPG Dust world and we want your help. Dust World PBTA is RPG Empire's sci-fi western game that's simple, fast, and Powered By The Apocalypse. Are you ready? Enter The Gun-Filled Lands Of An Obliterated Civilization. Play as gunslinging anime-inspired heroes on their mission to discover the truth behind the lost civilization and its technology.GET THE GUIDE NOW:https://www.therpgempire.com/shop/p/b2ck9ai8u8d7i6j5xs48oojt742uq2Dust world RPG Podcast is an actual play Role-playing podcast like the Adventure Zone Podcast or Critical Role. The setting is a sci-fi western a few hundred years after a great war burned the earth and a virus called white horse dissolved most organic matter into dust creating the wastelands.Dust World RPG is a Powered By The Apocalypse game. Dust World is a Tabletop Role-Playing game created by Paul Parnell Copywrite 2020. The setting was created by Paul Parnell and Michael Yatskar. The game was written by Paul-Thomas Parnell and Dumaresq de Pencier.OTHER PROJECTS FROM THE RPG EMPIRE:Strangers in the Pines: A Monster Of The Week actually play roleplaying podcast inspired by things like Gravity Falls, Stranger Things, and Fringe. It takes place in a small strange town called Pine Forge nestled in the Blackwood national park in Northeast Oregon, USA, and follows, the exploits of 3 unusual high school students as they try to unravel the mysteries of the Strangers in the Pines.https://www.therpgempire.com/strangers-in-the-pinesCONNECT WITH US:Join our Discord Server to chat with us and talk all things RPGs: https://discord.gg/2jnyGv9Follow and send us DMs on Instagram: @theRPGempireJoin the Empire!

Feel like sometimes wasting your time with content? Don't feel like you're engaging with your ideal client the way you want? Today's episode aims to change that as we talk about 3 easy hacks within your content to truly connect with people interested in your coaching service.   Topics include:   - What You're Missing in Your Marketing - Woods Analogy - Content vs Copy Difference - Putting This Into Action - PAS Framework - Quick Story - Episode 253 - Tag Us on Instagram ----------

Ever get stuck in the DMs with someone who says they want help but nothing actually moves forward?   In this episode of The Divorce Revolution Podcast, I'm breaking down something that trips up so many new coaches—how to tell if someone is actually ready to work with you or if they're just venting, looking for validation, or not quite there yet.   I talk about why so many discovery calls go nowhere, why people ghost after saying "yes," and how over-coaching in the DMs is usually a sign that you're missing one key skill: discernment. When you don't know how to spot readiness, you overextend yourself. You over-give and start to feel resentful. And then burnout creeps in.   But when you know what to look for? Everything changes.   Resources Mentioned: Join the waitlist for ReNewU, my signature group program for divorced moms ready to launch a coaching business that actually pays: https://products.ambershaw.com/signature-waitlist   What I Discuss: 02:43 Why someone can genuinely want a better life, business, or relationship and still not be ready to do the work. 04:42 The subtle difference between someone venting about their circumstances and someone who's actually ready to move forward 05:51 Signs of client readiness  07:22 What it looks like when someone is really just looking for reassurance 09:26 How having a rinse-and-repeat framework helps you qualify clients without pressure, chasing, or second-guessing yourself   Find more from Amber Shaw: Instagram: @msambershaw Website: ambershaw.com 

HAPPY THURSDAY COUSINS!!!We've just completed 1 week of Ramadan alhamdulillah! We'd love to hear how the first week has gone for all of you...let us know in the comments section below! This week, we talked about feeling unmotivated during Ramadan and how to get out of that 'funk' and maximize your time while you still can - can any of you relate? Next, we spoke about the Ramadan content that usually pops up this time of year and whether we think the big social media sites have started to subtly suppress it and distract us with other things like MONKEYS...speaking of, I know yall have heard about poor little Punch in the Japanese zoo that has stole the heart of millions around the world lol. Suhoorfest is back and as usual, people are still denouncing it, however this year we have a new perspective from a newer Muslim who shared that she was looking forward to this festival because it gave her an opportunity to be around other Muslims and have easy access to Halal food...maybe we should be a little less judgey and a liiiittle more inviting of our newer Muslim brothers and sisters, just a suggestion!Lastly...we're doing a 10K in a few months...wish us luck lol, we're definitely going to need it! You know what to do...grab your snacks, turn us all the way up while you clean, chill, or drive, and hang out with us like always. We appreciate every single one of you cousins – your comments, your DMs, your support. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss the next episode!WE LOVE YALL ❤️Amir & SaraDon't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more videos:https://www.youtube.com/c/CousinConnectionPodcastFollow us on:IG | https://www.instagram.com/cousinconnectionpod/Tiktok | https://bit.ly/32PtwmK----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The return of the crack, secret dogs & hidden IUD's, Brian's DMs, and more! Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Great ideas don't fail in dealerships because they're bad. They fail because no one installs the behavior fast enough. In this episode of Dealer Talk with Jen Suzuki, Jen breaks down a simple, high-energy methodology to help leaders stop "motivating" and start installing execution inside their stores. Most dealerships don't have a training problem — they have an execution problem. Processes get rolled out. Energy fades. Thirty days later, nothing sticks. Jen shares her proven meeting framework — used at NADA Academy and in high-performing stores — to compress action, build accountability, and make learning fun and sustainable. You'll learn how to: • Pick one behavior and install it fast • Teach a technique in under 20 seconds • Use real examples to drive discussion • Create immediate execution through activity • Run contests that build visibility and accountability • Shortlist, vote, and let the team own the win This is about turning meetings into movement. Not speeches. Not theater. Behavior change. If you're a GM, GSM, Fixed Ops Director, Sales Manager, or Service Manager who's tired of initiatives fading out — this episode gives you a repeatable structure to make things stick. Momentum doesn't come from motivation. It comes from movement. Dealer Talk with Jen Suzuki Podcast |

Sneaky strata stories Drama! At the restaurant Babychino scam LINKS TICKETS TO MATT OKINE AUSTRALIAN COMEDY TOUR HERE If you've got something to add to the show, slide into our DMs @matt.and.alex at https://bit.ly/mattandalex-ig CREDITSHosts: Matt Okine and Alex Dyson Produced by: Bronwyn Dojcsak Post Production: Linc Kelly Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Wrap Party, Zeth is talking about the 1961 film ‘The Misfits,' which was both cursed and ahead of its time. He's also talking about books by Chris Whitaker and Donna Tartt, Al Pacino and ‘Sea of Love' – plus, your emails, calls, and DMs. Become an All Access member today by visiting disgracelandpod.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, John is joined by Mumford & Sons and producer Aaron Dessner to discuss how they wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘Prizefighter'. Mumford & Sons are a British folk-rock band made up of Marcus Mumford, Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane, who rose to global fame with their banjo-driven folk rock, earning BRIT and Grammy success with the records ‘Sigh No More' and ‘Babel'. Their latest album, ‘Prizefighter', was co-written and co-produced with Aaron Dessner, and features collaborations with Hozier, Gracie Abrams, Gigi Perez and Chris Stapleton, with the band embracing a new creative freedom in the process. Sitting down with Marcus at his Scarlet Pimpernel studio, John and the band discuss how the album unexpectedly grew out of collaboration, and how the process left them feeling more creatively free than ever. They also dig into why the right mic isn't always the most expensive one, Aaron's techniques for recording guitars, how they created the album's distinctive synth sounds and much more! Tracks discussed: Here, Prizefighter, Conversation With My Son (Gangsters & Angels) TAPE IT Thanks to our friends at Tape It for supporting the podcast. Visit tape.it/tapenotes or use the promo code TAPENOTES in the app to get 20% off. LISTEN to ‘Prizefighter' here - Prizefighter by Mumford & Sons ‘Island/Gentlemen of the Road' TAPE IT Thanks to our friends at Tape It for supporting the podcast. Visit tape.it/tapenotes or use the promo code TAPENOTES in the app to get 20% off. QUBE  Find out more about Qube membership here. MAKE NOISE PRO AUDIO Use the code TAPENOTES10 for 10% off all Franklin Audio products at makenoiseproaudio.com MUSIVERSAL Skip the waitlist and get your discount HERE LINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES   linktr.ee/tapenotes  Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective GEAR MENTIONS Tech 21 CompTortion Waterfall B3 Organ Mellotron Siemens WSW Console Neve Console Erica Synths Black Spring Reverb  Gibson Firebird Gibson J45 Shure SM7B Sequential Prophet French Connection Neumann U47 Neve 1064 Preamp Neve 1073 Preamp Neve 1066 Preamp Lisson Grove R-124 Compressor Roland Juno-60 Optigan Neumann M49 Cubase Logic Pro Avid Pro Tools OUR GEAR https://linktr.ee/tapenotes_ourgear HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW If you'd like to help support the show you can join us on Patreon, where among many things you can access full length videos of most new episodes, ad-free episodes and detailed gear list breakdowns. KEEP UP TO DATE For behind the scenes photos and the latest updates, make sure to follow us on:  Instagram: @tapenotes  YouTube: Tape Notes Podcast Discord: Tape Notes Patreon: Tape Notes To let us know the artists you'd like to hear, Tweet us, slide into our DMs, send us an email or even a letter. We'd love to hear!  Visit our website to join our mailing list: www.tapenotes.co.uk

When I met Emily Boksenbaum at our Maker's Day 2025 conference in Chicago, I knew I had to get her on the Shoecast.Emily's always made stuff. First it was art growing up, which led to a focus on fiber material studies in art school. Next came leather tooling, prop-making and other “creative odd jobs,” before going into corporate footwear design. That didn't quite hit for her, which meant it was finally time to figure out how to make some cowboy boots. After training under some of the great makers and teachers in the space, she moved to Boulder, Colorado to open a custom boot shop dubbed Underhill Leather out of her garage, which she shares with one of our favorite former Shoecast guests, fellow cowboy bootmaker Holly Henry.This one goes ALL sorts of places, as Emily gets deep into navigating different materials, machinery, and mindsets; the emotional and dare we say metaphysical layers of creation; that time she woke up to flood of DMs from eager customers thanks to a bass guitarist who loved her boots; and what it means to be a maker in a world that's forgotten how to make things.Oh and Zagnuts! Of course we got into Zagnuts.Here's Emily Boksenbaum, on the Shoecast Support the Shoecast, get full bonus episode access, and join the most interesting shoe-and-boot-loving community on the internet with a Stitchdown Premium membershiphttps://www.stitchdown.com/join-stitchdown-premium/A website. We have one.https://www.stitchdown.com/We'd better see you at Stitchdown Chicago 2026—the world's fair of shoes and boots and leather and more—Nov 6-7 at Artifact Events.https://www.stitchdownbootcamp.com/

In this episode, Danny shares his experiences from his recent trip to Walt Disney World during Mardi Gras week. He discusses the journey from New Orleans, the pleasant surprise of staying at Port Orleans Riverside, and the dining experiences at various Disney restaurants. The conversation also covers the visual beauty of Pandora at night and a critique of the new Zootopia attraction, Zootopia: Better Zoogether! Danny wraps up with thoughts on the Wailulu Bar and Grill at the new Poilynesian Island Tower, highlighting the enjoyable ambiance and food, while teasing the next episode focused on the Festival of the Arts. Let us know what you think about what we have discussed. Civil discussions encouraged. Email us at show@magicourway.com, call or text 815-MOWICAN (669-4226), or slide into our social media DMs. Every thought and opinion will forever be welcome on this Disney fan podcast. This is show #617.

Guest Bio: Ivana Taylor has spent 35 years translating complex marketing into simple, executable strategies. She's the founder of DIYMarketers.com, where she helps entrepreneurs compete without enterprise budgets. She's a self-described AI power user who tests tools for six hours a day. And she's built follow-up systems for everyone from manufacturing companies to consultants. Key Points: 1. Cold Outreach Requires Far More "Touches" Than It Used To A "touch" is no longer just a phone call or email. Every interaction counts. It includes: ·        Social media posts ·        Website visits ·        Content consumption ·        LinkedIn engagement ·        Webinars ·        Direct mail ·        Comments and DMs 2. Most Small Businesses Skip the Foundational Steps Before worrying about sequences, automation, or buying lists, you must clearly define your ideal customer, understand the problem you solve, identify the desired outcome your buyer wants and know how your buyer makes decisions. Without this groundwork, marketing becomes expensive guesswork. 3. Cold Email Alone Is Weak (and Often an Avoidance Strategy) Response rates to pure cold email are extremely low. Buying lists and blasting emails often feels productive, is easy to automate and produces poor results. Cold email works best as a second step, not a first step. 4. Start Manual Before You Automate The recommendation: ·        Begin with real conversations ·        Aim for consistent outreach (calls or personal messages) ·        Learn from live interactions ·        Identify patterns in objections, desired outcomes, and buying triggers Only after recognizing patterns should you build automated sequences. 5. The Phone Is Still the Fastest Path to Revenue Despite all the marketing tools available, the most consistent answer to "What's working?" was picking up the phone and having conversations. Why? ·        Immediate feedback ·        Faster learning curve ·        Real-time objection handling ·        Faster path to booked appointments 6. Mindset Matters: Service, Not Persuasion Cold outreach works best when: ·        You see yourself as helping, not convincing ·        "No" is viewed as clarity (not rejection) ·        Your goal is conversation, not immediate conversion A clear "no" frees you to pursue someone who will say yes. 7. Specific Targeting Beats Big Lists Instead of buying 10,000 names: ·        Define clear parameters (industry, role, company size, revenue, keywords) ·        Start with a focused segment ·        Refine messaging based on real conversations ·        Build segmented sequences based on actual buying motivations Broad targeting = poor response. Specific targeting = stronger engagement. 8. Automation Is Powerful — But Only After Strategy Automation should amplify a proven message, a clearly defined audience, validated buying patterns. It cannot replace foundational work. 9. Marketing Is Not Magic — It's Consistent Work There is no shortcut. Successful outreach requires: ·        Repetition ·        Iteration ·        Conversations ·        Testing ·        Refinement The "eat your vegetables" truth: the people succeeding are doing the work. Bottom Line Cold outreach still works — but not as a blast-and-hope strategy. What works: ·        Clear targeting ·        Strong positioning ·        Multi-channel touches ·        Real conversations ·        Strategic follow-up And above all, start with the fundamentals before scaling with tools.   Guest Links: Free Gift:  An AI Outreach Ebook IMPORTANT – You must Double Opt-in and confirm your email to receive this free gift.   Learn More Visit DIYMarketers.com – Simple, actionable marketing strategies for small business owners who want to do marketing on less than $17 a day. Fix Your Marketing Problem in Less Than 24 Hours – Fill out the form, tell me your marketing challenge, and I'll send personalized recommendations in less than 24 hours.   About Salesology®: Conversations with Sales Leaders Download your free gift, The Salesology® Vault. The vault is packed full of free gifts from sales leaders, sales experts, marketing gurus, and revenue generation experts. Download your free gift, 81 Tools to Grow Your Sales & Your Business Faster, More Easily & More Profitably. Save hours of work tracking down the right prospecting and sales resources and/or digital tools that every business owner and salesperson needs. If you are a business owner or sales manager with an underperforming sales team, let's talk. Click here to schedule a time. Please subscribe to Salesology®: Conversations with Sales Leaders so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? 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Join us for an electrifying deep dive into the unexplained as we welcome the extraordinary Mark Olly — acclaimed archaeologist, historian, bestselling author, accomplished musician, and charismatic television presenter. Best known for hosting the gripping adventure series Lost Treasures and captivating audiences with his appearances on Ancient Aliens and numerous Sky History Channel features, Mark brings decades of expertise and fearless curiosity to the forefront of hidden history, high strangeness, and the mysteries that defy conventional explanation.In this episode, we plunge headfirst into the rabbit holes of our bizarre present moment. From the shadowy world of E-Files and cloning technologies to interdimensional travel, non-human entities, and the most enduring conspiracies of our time — including the perennial question: Did we really land on the Moon, or is the truth far stranger?Mark also shares a jaw-dropping personal timeslip experience that shatters every rational framework — an encounter so profound it forces us to confront a mind-bending possibility: Is time truly linear as we perceive it, or are past, present, and future unfolding simultaneously in ways we can scarcely comprehend?Gear up and get freaky with official Let's Get Freaky merchandise! Our spooky-cool collection features hoodies, t-shirts, mugs, stickers, and more—perfect for showing your love of the paranormal while staying comfy and stylish. Dive into the full range now: http://tee.pub/lic/aQprv54kktwGot a mind-blowing paranormal encounter, cryptid sighting, UFO experience, or any high-strangeness story that still gives you chills? We want to hear it—and we want YOU on the show! Become a guest on Let's Get Freaky and share your true story with our growing freaky community. Drop us a line at: letsgetfreakypodcast@mail.com Or slide into our DMs on socials: Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, or YouTube → @tcletsgetfreakypodcastEverything you need in one place: https://linktr.ee/letsgetfreaky

Episode 189. Drew and Fuse recap Las Vegas MEX conference, DMS party, If you need clean or dirty songs, and DMS top picks. Tune in and check out the newest episode! 0:00 - Las Vegas MEX review, DMS Party 12:15 - Social Media Topic 25:47 - DMS Top Picks of the Week DAFS OPEN FORMAT CHEAT SHEET LINK: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dafs-cheat-sheet-148150833?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

Pram parking spots dilemma Heath aka the loosest aussie bloke is BACK! Matt annoys his local chemist LINKS TICKETS TO MATT OKINE AUSTRALIAN COMEDY TOUR HERE If you've got something to add to the show, slide into our DMs @matt.and.alex at https://bit.ly/mattandalex-ig CREDITSHosts: Matt Okine and Alex Dyson Produced by: Bronwyn Dojcsak Post Production: Linc Kelly Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the biggest breakthroughs in your social media success are the ones you’re not focusing on yet? In this powerful solo episode of the Direct Selling Accelerator Podcast, I’m sharing the social media strategies I would absolutely prioritise if I were starting again - knowing what I know now. From lead magnets and one-to-one connection, to documenting my journey and using third-party validation, this episode is packed with practical, needle-moving insights for Direct Sellers who want to grow with more authenticity and success. I break down why personal stories outperform polished content, how simple reach-outs build real businesses, and why waiting until you “need” leads is already too late. If you’re ready to stop overcomplicating social media and start creating genuine connection that drives sales and growth, this episode will help you make the shifts that matter most - starting today. I’ll be talking about: ➡ [00:00] Introduction➡ [02:57] Strategy #1: Lead Magnets & Lead Generation➡ [05:34] The Two-Step Post Explained➡ [06:30] Strategy #2: One-to-One Connection➡ [07:15] Personal Reach-Outs, Voice Notes & DMs➡ [09:19] Strategy #3: Personal Stories That Convert➡ [11:32] Document the Journey, Not the Highlight Reel➡ [14:23] The Eyelash Story: Why Imperfect Sells➡ [16:49] Strategy #4: Third-Party Validation➡ [18:45] Celebrate People & Create Belonging➡ [19:49] Final Reminder: Start With the One Resources: Previous Episode: EP 172 Jeri Taylor-Swade: https://youtu.be/VyQDP-PW-CU Free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/socialmediafordirectsellerswithgregandsam/ Are you ready to keep growing? Learn more about joining the Auxano Family - https://go.auxano.global/welcome Connect with Direct Selling Accelerator: ➡ Visit our website: https://www.auxano.global/ ➡ Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DirectSellingAccelerator ➡ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auxanomarketing/ ➡ Sam Hind’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/samhinddigitalcoach ➡ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/auxanomarketing/ ➡ Email us: community_manager@auxano.global If you have any podcast suggestions or things you’d like to learn about specifically, please send us an email at the address above. And if you liked this episode, please don’t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast. Are you ready to join the Auxano Family to get live weekly training, support and the latest proven posting strategies to get leads and sales right now - find out more here: https://go.auxano.global/welcome See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Air Date: 2/23/2026 Today we examine how the platforms that monetize your attention are merging with state power. We'll hear how TikTok's new owners include Trump ally Larry Ellison, how DHS sent hundreds of subpoenas to unmask anonymous ICE critics, how Ring's Super Bowl ad cheerfully introduced AI-powered neighborhood surveillance, and how the social media addiction trials that are being likened to the Big Tobacco settlement of the 90s, are finally exposing what these companies knew about the harmful nature of their products all along. Be part of the show! Leave a voice message, message us on Signal at the handle bestoftheleft.01, or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Full Show Notes Check out our new show, SOLVED! on YouTube! BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Use our links to shop Bookshop.org and Libro.fm for a non-evil book and audiobook purchasing experience! Join our Discord community! TOP TAKES KP 1: Chris Hayes in Conversation with Jonathan Haidt About The Sirens Call Part 1 - All In W Chris Hayes - Air Date 2-10-26 KP 2: Trouble at TikTok Part 1 - Today, Explained - Air Date 2-4-26 KP 3: Is Social Media Having Its Big Tobacco Moment Part 1 - The Global Story - Air Date 2-16-26 KP 4: The Social Media Addiction Trials Begin Part 1 - On The Media - Air Date 2-13-26 KP 5: Ring's Lost Pet Ad Fetching a Surveillance State - The Muckrake Political Podcast - Air Date 2-10-26 KP 6: DMs! My Kingdom For DMs! - The Muckrake Political Podcast - Air Date 2-17-26 (00:53:14) NOTE FROM THE EDITOR Big Tech is the New Big Tobacco - Here's what that means for our future DEEPER DIVES (01:01:11) SECTION A: LAWSUITS A1: Predatory Tech Silicon Valley on Trial in Landmark Youth Social Media Addiction Case Part 1 - Democracy Now! - Air Date 2-19-26 A2: Why New Mexico Is Taking Meta to Court - Here & Now Anytime - 2-5-26 A3: The Social Media Addiction Trials Begin Part 2 - On The Media- Air Date 2-13-26 A4: Is Social Media Having Its Big Tobacco Moment Part 2 - The Global Story - Air Date 2-16-26 A5: Trouble at TikTok Part 2 - Today, Explained - Air Date 2-4-26 A6: Predatory Tech Silicon Valley on Trial in Landmark Youth Social Media Addiction Case Part 2 - Democracy Now! - Air Date 2-19-26 (01:44:53) SECTION B: TIKTOK B1: TikTok, Gen Z's Move to Social Media and Elite Panic Over Unsanctioned News Part 1 - Citations Needed - Air Date 2-4-26 B2: TikTok's New Trump-Approved US Owners Part 1 - The Brian Lehrer Show - Air Date 1-28-26 B3: TikTok, Gen Z's Move to Social Media and Elite Panic Over Unsanctioned News Part 2 - Citations Needed - Air Date 2-4-26 B4: TikTok's New Trump-Approved US Owners Part 2 - The Brian Lehrer Show - Air Date 1-28-26 (02:19:50) SECTION C: PLATFORM POWER C1: Tech Giants Are Nothing But Middlemen, with Tim Wu Part 1 - Factually! with Adam Conover - Air Date 2-18-26 C2: The Plan Is to Make the Internet Worse Forever with Cory Doctorow Part 1 - Downstream - Air Date 12-8-25 C3: Let's Talk About Ring, Lost Dogs, and the Surveillance State - Decoder with Nilay Patel - Air Date 2-16-26 C4: Tech Giants Are Nothing But Middlemen, with Tim Wu Part 2 - Factually! with Adam Conover - Air Date 2-18-26 (02:56:37) SECTION D: ATTENTION HARMS D1: Chris Hayes in Conversation with Jonathan Haidt About The Sirens Call Part 2 - All In W Chris Hayes - Air Date 2-10-26 D2: AI Chatbots Upended Their Lives. Then They Turned to Each Other - Consider This - Air Date 2-4-26 D3: The Plan Is to Make the Internet Worse Forever with Cory Doctorow Part 2 - Downstream - Air Date 12-8-25 SHOW IMAGE CREDITS Description: Photo of a pre-teen girl leaning on a table holding a phone in her hands that she looks at so closely it covers her entire face. Credit:"teen iphone smartphone girl" by cyndidyoder83, Pixabay | Pixabay License   Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Listen Anywhere! BestOfTheLeft.com/Listen Listen Anywhere! Follow BotL: Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | X Like at Facebook.com/BestOfTheLeft Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com

#334: You can't manifest what you don't protect. And if you're still doing deals in DMs and hoping for the best… we need to talk.In the last episode of the How to Get What You Want series, I'm joined by attorney and tech founder Kameron Monet to get into the parts of the process we don't romanticize enough: the structure. The contracts. The negotiation. The uncomfortable emails. Because manifestation is cute — but protection is power.Our conversation goes beyond vision boards and affirmations and into the tactical moves that actually secure the life you're building. We talk about how to negotiate with conviction, what “perpetuity” really means (and why you should care), why you should never start work without a signed agreement, and how to stop leaving money on the table — whether you're a creator or a corporate girl.If you want more, you need the courage to ask for it and the infrastructure to keep it.This episode is your reminder that getting what you want isn't just about desire. It's about protecting your hard work, discipline and clarity with the right education.This episode is for you if…You've ever accepted an offer too quickly and regretted it later.You want more money, more opportunities and more ownership but don't know where to start.You feel intimidated by negotiation and you want to overcome that.You don't know what the “rule of three” is.You've worked without an agreement in place.You're dipping your toes into the creator economy.You're new to the world of corporate.You've signed contracts without fully understanding the terms.Episode Links:Follow Kameron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kameronmonet/Follow Kameron on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kameronmonetFollow Kameron on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kameronmonetFollow Kameron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kameronmbuckner/For more information on the Social Docket: https://www.socialdocketdialogue.com/Follow the Social Docket on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialdocket/Download Social Docket's free foundational guide for creators to confidently navigate pricing when working with brands: https://www.socialdocketdialogue.com/resources/p/the-influence-income-pyramid.Sponsors:Equip: You deserve a life that isn't ruled by food stress, shame, or constant overthinking. To learn more about Equip and see if it's right for you, visit equip.health/lucky.Shopify: Sign up for your one dollar per month trial today at shopify.com/balancedblackgirlNuuly: Upgrade your wardrobe by subscribing to Nuuly. Nuuly is an incredible value at $98 for any 6 styles, and right now you can get $28 off your first month when you sign up at nuuly.com and enter code LUCKY at checkout.Leesa: Go to leesa.com/LUCKY and use code LUCKY for up to $750 off your Leesa mattress plus 2 free pillows.Square: Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/luckyConnect with Les:Ready to apply what you hear? Subscribe to the She's So Lucky Newsletter to get weekly episode guides and journal prompts: https://shessolucky.kit.com/newsletterSubscribe to The Lucky Playbook on Substack: https://lesalfred.substack.com/Follow Les on IG @lesalfredFollow She's So Lucky on IG @shessoluckypodFollow Les on TikTokFollow She's So Lucky on TikTokVisit our website at shessoluckypodcast.comThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's episode of Win The Hour, Win The Day Podcast interviews, Samantha Fine.   Running ads should not feel confusing, expensive, or like another full time job. In this episode, Kris Ward interviews Samantha Fine to break down how ads actually work for real businesses that already sell and want more freedom.   In this captivating talk, you'll learn: -Why ads work best when something is already selling. -How ads bring in leads while you are offline or busy. -The biggest mistake people make by boosting posts. -Why the Meta pixel matters and what it really does. -How ads should send people into a funnel, not your DMs. -Simple ways to warm people up before a masterclass. -Why trust takes longer now and how to plan for it. -How to keep leads coming in even between launches.   Get ready for clear advice, real examples, and a fresh way to think about Meta ads that save time instead of creating more work. Don't miss this episode if you want ads that actually support your business.   Win The Hour, Win The Day! www.winthehourwintheday.com   Podcast: Win The Hour, Win The Day Podcast   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/winthehourwinthedaypodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/win-the-hour-win-the-day-podcast   You can find Samantha Fine at: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/samanthafinedigital/

Protect your family with our 1-minute free parent quiz https://www.smartsocial.com/newsletter Join our next weekly live parent events:  https://smartsocial.com/events Episode Summary: In this episode of the SmartSocial.com Podcast, host Josh Ochs sits down with Dr. Dawn Ramseur, Assistant Superintendent in Hoke County Schools in central North Carolina, to talk about the real digital safety issues school leaders are seeing right now across 14 schools serving 8,500 students. Dr. Ramseur breaks down how hidden DMs, group texts, and repeated TikTok challenges can turn into school problems fast, especially when off campus behavior spills back into classrooms on Monday morning. She also explains what excessive screen time can look like in students day to day, including lack of sleep, impulsivity, irritability, anxiety, and trouble regulating emotions, and why constant notifications can chip away at attention and focus. Josh and Dr. Ramseur get practical about online reputation and digital footprints, including what it looks like to own a mistake, repair harm, and make better choices moving forward. You will also hear a student perspective on red flags when chatting with strangers online, plus Dr. Ramseur's approach to using AI in schools with clear guardrails, strong prompting, reliability checks, and a firm boundary around protecting personal information. The conversation closes with realistic ways families and schools can work together, including device free meals, healthier bedtime routines, and keeping communication open so students stay safe and successful online.    Become a Smart Social VIP (Very Informed Parents) Member: https://SmartSocial.com/vip District Leaders: Schedule a free phone consultation to get ideas on how to protect your students in your community https://smartsocial.com/partner Download the free Smart Social app: https://www.smartsocial.com/appdownload Learn about the top 190+ popular teen apps: https://smartsocial.com/app-guide-parents-teachers/ View the top parental control software: https://smartsocial.com/parental-control-software/ The SmartSocial.com Podcast helps parents and educators to keep their kids safe on social media, so they can Shine Online™

Kristin Thomas is the Founder of Marble Collective, an AI-powered platform transforming how women's leadership is preserved, amplified, and discovered to make remarkable women easier to find, follow, and book, ensuring their legacies endure. Backed by 300+ women leaders, including more than 70 founding investors, Marble centralizes each leader's media, milestones, and body of work into a living digital portfolio, redefining visibility and legacy for women everywhere. Kristin's two-decade career in real estate and her board roles at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and YFCA shape her mission to elevate women's impact at scale.

In Episode 178 of the Best Coach Ever podcast, we're diving into the messy middle of business — that frustrating stage where you're making money… but it feels wildly inconsistent. One month you're celebrating 15K. The next month you're panic-refreshing Stripe.If you're stuck between 5K–15K months and wondering why business still feels stressful (even though it's technically “working”), this episode breaks down exactly what's happening — and what needs to change to create predictable, sustainable growth.We're talking about the difference between lucky sales spikes and real systems, why survival-mode decisions keep you stuck, and the three core systems you need to finally smooth out your revenue.If business feels like a roller coaster right now, this episode will show you how to step off the ride and start building stability instead.If you love this episode, don't forget to leave a 5-star rating and a quick review. It helps the podcast reach more coaches who need this message.In this episode, we cover:The Messy Middle: When Business “Works” But Feels Unstable [0:00 – 3:00] -Why 5K–15K months are often the hardest phase of growth. -How income inconsistency creates stress, even when revenue looks decent.The Emotional Toll of Revenue Roller Coasters [3:01 – 6:00] -How unpredictable income triggers survival-mode decision making. -Why you start second-guessing pricing, offers, and your niche.Client Acquisition Events vs. Client Acquisition Systems [6:01 – 9:00] -The difference between lucky sales spikes and repeatable systems. -Why viral reels, referrals, and random DMs aren't sustainable growth plans.Why Revenue Feels Random (Even When You're “Doing Everything Right”) [9:01 – 12:00] -How relying on hope and algorithm luck keeps you stuck. -Why you don't feel in control of your income yet.System #1: Controlled Visibility [12:01 – 14:00] -Building predictable audience growth instead of chasing virality. -Creating consistent lead flow you can actually measure.System #2: Predictable Conversations [14:01 – 17:00] -Why conversations are the real currency of coaching sales. -How to intentionally generate DMs and booked calls (without cold pitching).System #3: Planned Selling & Tracking What Converts [17:01 – 20:00] -Using recurring sales mechanisms like webinars and funnels. -Tracking conversion data so revenue becomes scalable & not stressful.Connect with Lynette:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynettemariehFitness Coaching Business Accelerator: https://fcbaprogram.comThe Wellness CEO Mastermind: https://wcmprogram.com

Today's episode is part behind-the-scenes case study and part live hotseat coaching — and it's such a powerful one for anyone who doesn't want to be someone they're not to grow their business successfully. I'm sitting down with my client Liz Dornian to break down the exact shifts she made over the last year in her business: clarifying her niche, repositioning her offer, increasing her pricing, building a real sales funnel, and hiring support. We talk about what changed, what finally clicked, and how she grew in a way that actually fits her personality and values as a Consistent CEO. Then we pivot into live coaching around something I know so many of you wrestle with: how to make your content more attention-grabbing and sales-effective without becoming pushy, manipulative, or someone you don't recognize. If you've ever felt stuck between wanting to grow and wanting to protect your integrity, this episode will challenge you in the best way. TIMELINE: [00:00] A behind-the-scenes case study + live coaching on creating attention-grabbing content that still feels like you. [02:12] Liz's CEO Type: what it means to be a Consistent CEO and how being relationship-focused shows up in business decisions. [06:17] Why Liz invested in coaching even though she wasn't "struggling" — and the blind spots she knew she couldn't see on her own. [08:41] The big shifts: clarifying weight loss for moms as the core promise, renaming and repositioning the offer, and increasing prices. [20:50] Adding structure inside the program (private podcast, check-ins, recordings) so clients can succeed even if they can't attend live calls. [27:11] Building a real sales funnel — free training, running ads, and creating consistent lead flow beyond DMs. [31:45] Why short-form content isn't doing the heavy lifting anymore and the importance of increasing time on brand. [37:05] Live Instagram audit: how "nice" content can dilute your message and how to create content that actually moves people to action. [49:04] The hidden cost of vague calls to action like "DM me curious." [1:06:09] The goldfish analogy and why your business can only grow into the container you create. [1:14:10] The next-level shift: speak to your audience like they're ready. TOP 5 QUOTES: "I cannot see what I can't see. And I've been doing the same thing. And I think if I just keep doing this exactly the same way, I'm just gonna continue to get exactly the same result." "People don't pay thousands of dollars to be more consistent. They don't say, 'Oh, I just wish I could be more consistent. Let me go drop $1,500 on being more consistent.'" "If you're optimizing for conversations with people that are not ready to buy yet or that don't really want to have a sales conversation, you're going to get what you're asking for." "If you want the goldfish to be bigger, you have to create the bigger container first. The goldfish isn't going outgrow of the container — the goldfish grows into the container. Your business is the same way, and the container needs to grow first." "Would I be doing this if my business was five to ten times the size? If it's a "heck no, I would hate that," then that's an indication that we don't want to be growing that way." LINKS & RESOURCES: Take the free CEO Type Quiz: lauraschoenfeld.com/quiz If this episode got you thinking differently about your messaging, your sales process, or how you're showing up as a CEO, make sure you're following the podcast so you don't miss what's next. And if you enjoyed this conversation, I'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share the show with another entrepreneur who's trying to grow without compromising who they are.

"I held the door for Prince...” This week, podcaster (The Reality of Reality) and content creator (RiccioRecaps) Kate Riccio is back for even more FUN!! If you haven't heard part 1 of her convo with Ann and Amanda, go check it out!We release two types of episodes -- interviews (that's this one!) and pop culture/reality TV chats. If you wanna hear Ann and Amanda talk TV (and other stuff), check out our recent episodes about Bravo, tinseltown (aka tinkletown) news, and more!Check out:Kate's socials: @ricciorecapsKate's pod: The Reality of RealityWSANDA SUBMISSIONS: wsandasubmissions@gmail.comFollow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon." Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart, producer Maddy, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Learn everyday English phrases for online dating. Practise expressions like “match,” “ghosted,” and “slide into DMs” while improving your speaking skills. - در این قسمت اصطلاحات روزمره‌ای مثل «match»، «ghosted» و «slide into DMs» را تمرین کنید و همزمان مهارت گفتاری خود را تقویت کنید.

Hey everyone! This week on the podcast we're doing something a little different — an AMA episode pulled straight from your DMs.What We Cover:• Why low-budget inquiries aren't the real issue• The shift from “How do I stop this?” to “How do I attract differently?”• Common positioning patterns that attract general-market budgets• The continuity gap between social, website, pricing guide, and discovery call• Discovery call mindset: booking vs. genuine curiosity• How early pricing anchors affect conversions• Questions to ask when you sense a red flag on a call• Writing personality-infused copy that still speaks to higher budgets• Navigating business + parenthood identity tension• Staying couple-first while working with planners• Defining your “ceiling and floor” for social media• Building sustainable rhythms onlineConnect with Us:Apply for the Mastermind Program:https://learn.bradandjen.com/mastermind-coachingJoin Purpose & Profit – A Roadmap to 10k Weddings:https://learn.bradandjen.com/purpose-and-profit-courseInstagram:@bradandjeneducation@bradandjenFix Your Pricing Guide:Pricing Guide Template – Built to Convert:https://learn.bradandjen.com/brad-and-jen-pricing-guideFree Download:5 Mistakes Costing You Bookings:http://learn.bradandjen.com/freebie-5-reasons-you-re-not-bookingKeywords:wedding photography business, attracting higher-budget clients, converting discovery calls, photography pricing strategy, inquiry conversion, luxury positioning for photographers, social media strategy for creatives, photography marketing mindset, planner relationships, writing personality-driven copy, creative entrepreneurship, burnout prevention for photographers, sustainable photography business

Heartbreak, DMs, and cheating… today's episode is packed with drama and distrust. One “hey girlie” message blows up a relationship, and in another story, a boyfriend gets caught texting another girl, but is it really innocent? We're diving into boundaries, trust, and what to do when your heart is breaking. Thanks to our Sponsors: Feel like your best self again, Visit https://forhers.com/ADVICE Get organized, refreshed, and back on track this new year for WAY less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at http://www.skims.com/advice #skimspartner Follow the Podcast on Insta: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Ashley: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Taryne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Become a premium subscriber today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To watch our podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com To check out our UA MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unsolicitedadvice.shop/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before I had kids, I thought parenting was about teaching them. Teaching them discipline. Teaching them kindness. Teaching them confidence. Teaching them how to behave. What I did not realize… Parenting is not about teaching.   It's about being exposed.   Motherhood exposed my impatience. My control issues. My nervous system. My ego. My marriage. My priorities.   Today I want to share 7 of the biggest lessons parenting has taught me so far and please DM me if any or all resonate with you!   Time Stamps:   (0:45) What Motherhood Has Exposed In Me (2:19) Lesson 1: Your Nervous System Is The Real Parent (5:46) Lesson 2: You Cannot Control Everything (7:52) Lesson #3: Ambition and Motherhood Are Not Enemies (9:47) Lesson 4: Your Marriage Becomes The Foundation or The Fracture (11:43) Lesson #5: Guilt Is Optional. Intention Is Not (14:12) Lesson #6: Kids Don't Need Perfection. They Need Repair (15:39) Lesson #7: The Small Moments Are The Real Ones ----------

In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia and guest Jodie Brown break down how to attract new clients in ways that do not rely on constant posting, endless DMs, or putting all of your energy into one platform. If you feel like marketing takes too much effort just to maintain consistent inquiries, this conversation walks through the most automated strategies stylists can use to bring in new requests while doing less manual work day to day.Hunter explains that automation is not about disappearing from marketing entirely. It is about building systems that continue working for you in the background. From optimizing your Google and AI search visibility to creating a client experience that naturally generates word of mouth, you will hear how to shift from chasing clients to creating a business that attracts them more consistently over time.Key Takeaways:

Send a textIf getting clients feels like pushing a boulder uphill, you might be solving the wrong problem. We dig into the quiet reason most new coaches stall: not weak content or missing scripts, but identity and adaptive challenges that leak doubt into every conversation. From the first hello to a paid engagement, people feel your state. When your offer sits on shaky beliefs—Who am I to charge? What if I can't help?—no tactic saves the call. When your presence is grounded—clear on value, calm under pressure, service-forward—simple steps suddenly work.We pull apart technical vs adaptive problems with real-world examples, including the “lost 100 pounds” story that reframes how lasting change actually happens. You'll hear why tactics matter only after you align who you're being, and how to speak to what clients think they need while holding space for what they truly need. Then we give you the cleanest, most reliable client-getting system around: meet new people, tell them you're a coach, ask if they want help. It's simple for a reason. The friction you feel is usually an adaptive block—old outreach baggage, fear of rejection, or uncertainty about your skill—disguised as a strategy issue.We also share how to build mastery fast: stack meaningful reps, get tight feedback, and reflect to upgrade beliefs so the next rep lands stronger. Whether you prefer in-person conversations, thoughtful DMs, or podcasting, the channel matters less than the presence you bring. When you understand the brain, can spot adaptive vs technical challenges quickly, and trust your process, prospects lean in. They're not buying a script. They're buying your certainty that their change is possible.If you're ready to stop chasing algorithms and start having human conversations that convert, press play. Then try the three steps today with one person you can genuinely help. If you want an environment that multiplies reps, feedback, and confidence, check out our High Impact Mastery Academy. Subscribe, share this with a coach who needs it, and leave a review telling us which step you'll take first.Interested becoming a High Impact Coach? The High Impact Mastery Academy by Modern Leadership Coaching helps you: Serve Your Clients Better Accelerate Client Progress Stand Out as a Certified Coach Join the waitlist today:https://www.modernleadership.us/mastery

A housewife, a shovel, and a chorus you can't stop chanting—meet the story engine behind Mary Kutter's breakout. We sit down with the Broken Bow recording artist to trace the wild path from a bootlegger's legacy in “Devil's Money” to the hard truth of “Lab Coat,” and the darkly funny new single “Bed of Roses.” What emerges is a masterclass in doing the work that most people only talk about: 5 a.m. runs, 452 writing sessions in a year, and an album‑a‑day habit that sharpened her ear for iconic intros and crowd‑binding post‑chorus chants.Mary opens up about the moment a simple church‑front video sent “Devil's Money” into millions of feeds, the flood of industry DMs that followed, and how trusted mentors helped her separate real partners from fast talkers. We dig into the writing room lightning that produced “Lab Coat” in 45 minutes, why fearless lyrics about the opioid crisis resonated nationwide, and how honest storytelling can outpace any ad spend. In the studio, Kurt Allison and Tully Kennedy break down the production moves—live band, tone over volume, and the “30 percent less” vocal note—that let Mary's character lead the record instead of the track.Then comes “Bed of Roses,” a country thriller with a wink, built on drums, a chant hook, and verses that talk straight. Born from criticism and refined with intent, it's the kind of song that makes you lean in and then sing along. Along the way we tackle label politics, the art of staying unwatered, building a set that breathes live, and why authenticity still slices through the algorithmic fog. If you care about country music that takes risks and pays them off, this one's for you.Hit play, then tell us the line that stuck with you. If you enjoy these deep dives into songwriting, production, and the grind behind the hits, follow the show, share with a friend, and leave a quick review so more listeners can find us.Follow Mary: www.marykutter.com______________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don't and they can't!Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOTRight now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.Original Brands - Our original sponsor since the beginning!!Original brands is starting a new era and American domestic premium beer, American made, American owned, Original glory.Join the movement at www.drinkoriginalbrands.comPeacemaker Coffee CompanyFounded by retired police officer/chief Chris Morris, Peacemaker delivers clean, low-acidity coffee while supporting police, firefighters, EMS, military, veterans, teachers, dispatchers, and medical personnel through donations and programs. https://www.peacemakercoffeecompany.com/________________________________________________________________________________________________ Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -For advertising inquiries, email info@trythatinasmalltown.comProduced by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.co

In this captivating episode, we sit down with Karen Holton, an ET and angelic experiencer, alternative wellness coach, direct channel, acclaimed author, and host of the Quantum Guides Show and Aliens & Angels podcast. Karen opens up about her profound three-month period aboard “The Big Ship” — a living, interdimensional organism deeply connected to its inhabitants — where she immersed herself in extraterrestrial cultures, advanced spiritual practices, healing technologies, and realities far beyond our own.Drawing from her Bachelor of Social Work, years of counseling those navigating paranormal and awakening experiences, and her personal transdimensional journeys, Karen shares raw, firsthand insights into ET diversity, telepathic communication, and the profound shifts that come with spiritual ascension.Discover more about Karen's groundbreaking work — including her free 9-step Quantum Health Transformation online course, her books like TRANSDIMENSIONAL: Meet the New Neighbours, and her vibrant communities — at karenholtonhealthcoach.com.Follow her on YouTube, Rumble, Odysee, and X @KarenHoltonTV.Gear up and get freaky with official Let's Get Freaky merchandise! Our spooky-cool collection features hoodies, t-shirts, mugs, stickers, and more—perfect for showing your love of the paranormal while staying comfy and stylish. Dive into the full range now: http://tee.pub/lic/aQprv54kktwGot a mind-blowing paranormal encounter, cryptid sighting, UFO experience, or any high-strangeness story that still gives you chills? We want to hear it—and we want YOU on the show! Become a guest on Let's Get Freaky and share your true story with our growing freaky community. Drop us a line at: letsgetfreakypodcast@mail.com Or slide into our DMs on socials: Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, or YouTube → @tcletsgetfreakypodcastEverything you need in one place: https://linktr.ee/letsgetfreaky

The scoreboard is changing on Instagram.While likes and follower count once ruled the platform, success in 2026 is being measured differently. Instagram is rewarding the content that creates real conversations and gets shared. In this episode Kristina is walking you through how to create more sharable content by joining the conversations that are already happening around you!Tune in to learn:Why content goes viral in context, not in a vacuum.The emotional triggers behind what makes people actually share content.How to identify trending conversations in your niche (and why it matters).Real ways to make your posts feel like a “me too” moment.How being bold and timely helps you become a thought leader in your space.Tips to find inspiration using Threads, TikTok trends, and Instagram searchShares are signals to the algorithm that say ‘this matters', join the conversations happening in your niche and add your own experience and expertise!Post your bold take this week and tag @thesocialsnippet!Mentioned in Episode:Why Hashtags Are DeadDo Trial Reels Work?Lessons From Alex Hormozi's Book LaunchWork with AM Creative for your next big business move!LinkedIn Starter PackWork with The Social Snippet!Join The High Vibe Women Online CommunitySend me a text!Support the showFor Your Information: • Host your podcast on Buzzsprout! •Join The High Vibe Women Online Community! • Join our favourite scheduling platform Later • FLODESK Affiliate Code | 25% off your first year! Don't forget to come say hi to us on Instagram @thesocialsnippet, join the Weekly Snippet or follow us on any social media platform! Website . Instagram . Facebook . Linkedin

We would love to hear your feedback!A pizza goes to the right address—until the app decides it didn't. That's where our night begins: inside a double-order mix-up that flips a completed delivery into a fresh task 10 miles away, and a support chat that insists the driver is at fault. We unpack what really happened, why third-party systems like Toast can scramble instructions mid-route, and how to protect your tips, ratings, and sanity when the software gets it wrong.From there we hit the messy middle of Valentine's week: dead mornings, stacked evening runs, and last-minute Walmart substitutions where a giant bear and the “prettiest roses left” collide with anxious customer DMs. We talk practical messaging, when to stop negotiating and drive, and why some tiny orders tip up while larger ones evaporate after a cancellation. Then we zoom out to the cost of convenience—how DoorDash, Uber Eats, and fees-on-fees push weekly food budgets into debt territory—and what it means for both customers and drivers who rely on those orders.Security isn't a side note this time. We share the playbook for dealing with identity theft tied to ridehail 1099s: freeze your credit at all three bureaus, enroll for the IRS Identity Protection PIN that renews every year, and verify exactly what your insurance (or your city's rules) covers at each stage of a trip. That leads us to Empower's legal fight in New York City, the murky question of who insures what, and why regulation there feels like a different planet. Speaking of strange planets, we break down DoorDash's micro-task to close robotaxi doors, a Waymo caught on the wrong side of the road, and how autonomy depends on human backup more than glossy demos admit.Along the way, expect straight talk, a little chaos, and tips that actually help: document every step, keep your replies short, avoid energy-draining chats, and do the math before saying yes to any “guaranteed hourly” rental scheme. If you work gigs, buy gigs, or are just wondering how delivery, rideshare, robotaxis, and identity security now overlap, this one brings the receipts. If you enjoyed this episode, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave us a quick review.Please fill out the survey for a chance for a 25.00 Gift Card!   Support the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast Related: Download the audio podcast Newsletter Octopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per month for having the tablet in your car! No cost for the driver! Want to earn more and stay safe? Download Maxymo Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a Patron. Tier #2 we offer free merch, an Extra in-depth podcast per month, and an NSFW pre-show https://www.patreon.com/thegigeconpodcast The Gig Economy Podcast Group. Download Telegram 1st, then click on the link to join. TikTok Subscribe on Youtube

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Another day, another twist and turn in the saga that is otherwise known as the return of RHONY. This time, the fan outcry over the casts political beliefs, the Jill Zarin of it all, Ramona's Page Six disaster, Kelly Bensimon's DMs and the return of the one, and only Miss Kelly Dodd. Andy Cohen defends Amanda Frances and slams the fans for being mean to her. Bethenny Frankel weighs in on Carole Radziwill's connections to Jeffrey Epstein with brand new message. Last, but not least, the truth behind Nancy Guthrie's disappearance gets stranger by the day.  @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: CHEERS -CheersHealth.com (Get 20% Off A Way To Feel Better The Morning After A Few Drinks With Code Velvet ) COYUCHI - coyuchi.com/VELVETROPE (15% Off Your First Order Of The Most Comfortable Organic Sheets) MOOD - www.mood.com/velvet (20% Off With Code Velvet on Federally Legal THC Shipped Right To Your Door) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact David@advertising-execs.com MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices