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In this episode of Connecting the Dots, I sat down with my longtime friend Therese Ten Brinke, Executive Director of Innovation and Impact at Eskaton. Therese is a gerontologist, educator, and innovation leader, and she makes a case I keep coming back to: real innovation in senior living doesn't start with AI or robotics — it starts with people and culture. We got into why the words we choose shape how we age, how technology can empower rather than manage decline, and why the best ideas never come out of a conference room.Key Takeaways:Innovation starts with understanding people, not buying technology — the tech is just one tool among many.Language shapes culture: focusing on what people can't do breeds learned helplessness, while focusing on possibility builds empowerment.When care teams help shape a solution, resistance disappears — Eskaton saw adoption climb from 90% to 100% by listening first.Real innovation often isn't a tech problem at all; it's a workflow, communication, or culture problem that has to be solved first.Technology should expand what's still possible for older adults, not just compensate for decline.The best problems aren't solved in a conference room — they're solved by sitting with residents and care partners.Timestamps:[01:30] Welcome and introduction to Therese Ten Brinke[03:20] Therese's story: her Nana, a skilled nursing summer, and a volunteer trip to Costa Rica[06:00] Why the U.S. views aging differently — and her choice to change the narrative[08:05] Innovation begins by understanding people, not buying technology[10:40] Why the best tech partners ask about culture and workflow before pitching[12:30] "Innovation isn't something we buy — it's something we build together"[13:15] How language shapes culture: learned helplessness vs. possibility[15:30] The Sync Labs case study — listening first drove adoption to 100%[21:00] Piloting the right way and solving the real problem[26:25] Building a culture-first organization and the Eskaton Academy[30:50] "One voice": weaving culture through everything, not just compliance[33:05] Technology as a tool of empowerment, not decline[37:30] What older adults have taught her about technology[44:00] Why staff are often more resistant to technology than residents[45:50] What gives her optimism about aging — and her advice: start with your people[51:10] Closing thoughtsNotable Quotes:"Innovation isn't something we buy — it's something we build together.""Technology shouldn't just compensate for what someone has lost. It should expand the possibilities of what remains possible.""The best problems aren't solved in a conference room — they're solved when we're talking to people."Resources & Mentions in This Episode:Eskaton — https://www.eskaton.orgTherese Ten Brinke on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/therese-ten-brinke-b30128299/Eskaton Academy; Sync Labs (AI documentation startup, University of Pennsylvania)Dr. Bill Thomas; Jennifer Carson; LiveWell (Connecticut)'About The Guest: Therese Ten Brinke is the Executive Director of Innovation and Impact at Eskaton, one of Northern California's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. A gerontologist, educator, and innovation leader, she has spent more than 14 years reimagining what aging can look like across AI, robotics, digital health, and person-directed care. Her work lives at the intersection of culture, technology, and human connection, guided by one conviction: innovation starts with people, not platforms.SEO Meta Description:Gerontologist Therese Ten Brinke of Eskaton on why innovation in senior living starts with culture and people — not technology — and how language shapes aging.Subscribe & Connect:Enjoyed this one? Follow Connecting the Dots wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with someone in senior living who'd appreciate it.

Keep Growing is a reminder that growth is about becoming more of who you're meant to be. No matter where you are today, every small step forward matters.In this episode of Dr. Davina's Dots we reflect on the importance of continuing to learn, grow, and move toward a life that reflects your values, your purpose, and the person you're becoming. Growth simply requires a willingness to keep moving forward, one step at a time.Musical Selections include Brian Simpson -under the Stars Featuring Isaih Collier Althea Rene Time and space Cape Town Coast Bright moments ahead Defining moments -Dan Siegel Cool BreezeMomentum D.S. Wilson Craigology Acousting Algemy Back to Back Chill Chris Godber Nick Stefannaci Patrick Bradkely Nothing aint feat Darren Rahn Tropical Coast -Lee Jones & David Margam Two Rivers If today's reflection gave you a fresh perspective, I'd love for you to subscribe, share this episode, and continue the journey with me. Sometimes, one small thought can change everything.If today's reflection resonated with you, you'll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you're navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.comUntil next time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sitting Still is about more than physical stillness. We can sit quietly while our minds race with worries, distractions, and endless to-do lists. Real stillness begins on the inside.In this episode of Dr. Davina's Dots we explore how slowing our thoughts, creating space to breathe, and becoming present can help us experience a deeper sense of calm. Sometimes rest doesn't come from stopping what we're doing, it comes from slowing down and quieting what is happening within us.Tell Alexa to play Dr. Davina's Dots Podcast or Listen, like and follow wherever you listen to Podcasts. If today's reflection resonated with you, you'll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you're navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.comUntil next time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode SummaryWhat really changes between nonprofit and for-profit senior living sales—and what stays exactly the same?In this episode of Connecting the Dots, I sit down with Bri Stewart, VP of Sales Operations at Watercrest Senior Living, to explore the unique challenges and opportunities of leading sales across both models. Drawing from her experience in hospitality, nonprofit Life Plan Communities (CCRCs), and for-profit senior living, Bri explains why great sales isn't about pressure—it's about trust, emotional intelligence, and putting people first.We discuss how sales cycles differ between CCRCs and rental communities, why hospitality is reshaping the resident experience, how technology can strengthen—not replace—relationships, and why leaders who focus on people ultimately see the strongest business results.Whether you're a sales counselor, executive director, regional leader, or operator, this conversation offers practical insights for growing occupancy while staying true to your mission and culture.About Bri StewartBri Stewart is the Vice President of Sales Operations at Watercrest Senior Living. With leadership experience spanning hospitality, nonprofit Life Plan Communities, for-profit senior living, consulting, and private equity, Bri specializes in building high-performing sales cultures that scale revenue without sacrificing identity. Her leadership philosophy combines operational excellence with emotional intelligence, helping teams create meaningful relationships that drive both occupancy and resident satisfaction.Timestamps1:32 – Bri's journey from hospitality to senior living6:20 – Lessons learned across nonprofit and for-profit organizations9:00 – Why emotional intelligence matters more than sales scripts11:25 – Listening as a competitive advantage11:55 – Technology that helps sales teams stay present15:02 – Nonprofit vs. for-profit sales: the biggest differences18:55 – Building trust through financial conversations19:37 – Becoming a trusted advisor, not just a salesperson23:37 – “Hunter with a heart”: balancing empathy and accountability28:36 – Hospitality, service recovery, and keeping your brand promise31:23 – Technology adoption: why nonprofit organizations often move differently35:41 – Scaling revenue without sacrificing your people-first culture37:47 – Closing thoughtsKey TakeawaysThe fundamentals of senior living sales are the same regardless of ownership model: build trust, listen well, and become a trusted advisor.Nonprofit CCRCs require longer sales cycles, greater financial planning conversations, and patient relationship-building.Rental communities often involve more urgency, requiring exceptional service delivery and rapid recovery when issues arise.Hospitality principles are becoming a competitive differentiator across senior living.Technology should remove administrative work so sales professionals can be more present with prospects—not replace the human connection.The best leaders focus on people first because sustainable financial results naturally follow.

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Welcome back to the Almost Daily Podcast.As we begin a new week, I want to offer a simple reminder: you can do it.Whether you're working toward a personal goal, building a business, improving your health, navigating a life transition, or simply trying to figure out your next step, there will be moments when you doubt yourself. There will be moments when the path feels unclear and you can't quite see how everything is going to come together.That's normal.In this episode, I talk about the importance of trusting yourself even when you don't have all the answers. The reality is that none of us can see the entire road ahead. We can only see where we've been and what's directly in front of us. But that doesn't mean progress isn't happening.I also discuss why your perspective matters. While many of us share similar experiences, the way we interpret those experiences, the lessons we learn, and the path we choose to follow are uniquely our own. That's what makes your journey valuable.In this episode, I explore:• Why self-belief matters when the future feels uncertain• Trusting yourself to figure things out along the way• The value of your unique perspective and experiences• Why plans are important but flexibility is essential• How doubt can keep people feeling stuck• The importance of looking forward instead of only looking backward• Dreaming bigger while staying willing to adaptNo matter what you're working on this week, I hope you continue moving forward. You don't need every answer today. You simply need to trust yourself enough to take the next step and keep going.Thank you as always for listening, and I'll talk to you again real soon.

In this must-listen episode, Dr. Ryan Moenster is joined by Dr. Monica Mahoney and Dr. Mark Gilchrist to dive deep into the evolving landscape of outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) and complex outpatient antimicrobial therapy (CoPAT), highlighting real-world challenges, patient selection, and emerging treatment strategies. Navigating outpatient antimicrobial management can be complex, but this episode breaks down key insights and practical applications to help clinicians optimize care beyond the hospital. References: 1.       Noble AL, Patel S, Birnie E, et al. 2026 updated good practice recommendations for outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) in adults and children in the UK. JAC Antimicrob Resist. 2026;8(2). 2.       British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy (BSAC). OPAT Global Summit 2027. 3.       Naicker S, Roberts JA, Cheng V, et al. A review of antimicrobial stability testing guidance for outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy programmes: Is it time for global harmonization of testing frameworks? JAC Antimicrob Resist. 2024;6(6). 4.       Gilchrist M, Jamieson C, Drummond F, et al. Assessment of ceftolozane/tazobactam degradation profile and toxicity data in elastomeric devices for continuous infusion via outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT). JAC Antimicrob Resist. 2023;5(2). 5.       Naicker S, Roberts JA, Won H, et al. Evaluation of the stability of ceftazidime/avibactam in elastomeric infusion devices used for outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy utilizing a national stability protocol framework. JAC Antimicrob Resist. 2024;6(2). 6.       Wolie ZT, Unwin S, Burke A, et al. Evaluation of the stability of tigecycline in elastomeric infusion devices used for outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy. JAC Antimicrob Resist. 2025;7(3). 7.       Solomon DA, Beieler AM, Levy S, et al. Perspectives on the use of outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy for people who inject drugs: Results from an online survey of infectious diseases clinicians. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2023;10(7):ofad372. doi:10.1093/ofid/ofad372. 8.       Yagnik KJ, Brown LS, Saad HA, et al. Implementation of IV push antibiotics for outpatients during a national fluid shortage following Hurricane Maria. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2022;9(5):ofac117. doi:10.1093/ofid/ofac117. 9.       Boettcher SR, Kenney RM, Everson NA, et al. Discharge delays and costs associated with outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy for multidrug-resistant organisms: A retrospective cohort study. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2025;13(1):ofaf770. 10.   Rivera CG, Mara KC, Mahoney MV, Ryan KL. Survey of pharmacists on their roles and perceptions of outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy in the United States. Antimicrob Steward Healthc Epidemiol. 2022;2(1):e69. 11.   Rapoport AB, Fischer LS, Santibanez S, et al. Infectious diseases physicians' perspectives regarding injection drug use and related infections—United States, 2017. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2018;5(7):ofy132. doi:10.1093/ofid/ofy132. 12.   Turner NA, Hamasaki T, Doernberg SB, et al.; Antibacterial Resistance Leadership Group. Dalbavancin for treatment of Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia: The DOTS randomized clinical trial. JAMA. 2025;334(10):866–877. doi:10.1001/jama.2025.12543. 13.   Volk CF, Hutson PR, Rose WE. Simulated target attainment of multidose regimens of dalbavancin for prolonged durations of therapy. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2024;11(6):ofae315. doi:10.1093/ofid/ofae315. Learn more about the Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists: https://sidp.org/About Instagram: @SIDPharm ( https://www.instagram.com/sidpharm/) or @breakpointspodcast_sidp (https://www.instagram.com/breakpointspodcast_sidp/) https://www.instagram.com/breakpointspodcast_sidp/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sidprx LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidp/ SIDP welcomes pharmacists and non-pharmacist members with an interest in infectious diseases, learn how to join here: https://sidp.org/Become-a-Member Listen to Breakpoints on iTunes, Overcast, Spotify, Listen Notes, Player FM, Pocket Casts, Stitcher, Google Play, TuneIn, Blubrry, RadioPublic, or by using our RSS feed: https://sidp.pinecast.co/

What does it look like when one of the more rare personality types in nonprofit leadership faces a 10% budget deficit, a structural crisis, and the weight of an impossible mission of ending homelessness? In this episode, we sit down with Lisa Strandberg, Executive Director of Pillars Inc., a housing and homelessness nonprofit in the Fox Cities, to explore how an ENTJ navigates uncertainty with systems thinking, calculated confidence, and a hard-won capacity for vulnerability. Lisa's path to nonprofit leadership is anything but conventional, from chemical engineer at Kimberly-Clark to freelance writer to executive director of a $5.5 million organization. Along the way, she's had to confront the shadow side of ENTJ leadership: the lone wolf tendency, the impatience, the impulse to forge ahead with a machete while the rest of the team is still at the edge of the jungle. In this episode you'll hear about: - What it means to "dominate" uncertainty and why Lisa prefers clarifying assumptions over sitting in anxiety - The ENTJ shadow: stuffing emotions, sprinting to the finish line alone, and learning to show your work - How she navigated a 10% structural budget deficit by inviting the community into the decision and why that changed everything - The difference between being the smartest person in the room and being a trusted partner - Why surrounding yourself with feelers isn't just good strategy, it's survival - What "limitless" leadership actually looks like when you're humble enough to crowdsource solutions Whether you're an ENTJ trying to understand your own wiring, a leader navigating impossible odds, or someone who works alongside a driven, fast-processing commander type, this episode will give you language, perspective, and a few good laughs along the way. Connecting the Dots is hosted by Steve Utech (Founder, illumyx) and Ryan Gracyalny (Director of Training & Development, The Utech Group). About Lisa Strandberg Lisa Strandberg is the Executive Director of Pillars Inc., a housing and homelessness nonprofit serving the Fox Cities with approximately 65 employees and a $5.5 million annual budget. A chemical engineering graduate turned nonprofit leader, Lisa brings a rare combination of analytical rigor, systems thinking, and hard-earned emotional intelligence to one of the most complex challenges in her community.

Following the 1989 parish closures, the infrastructure that had supported Black Catholic leadership in Detroit was largely dismantled. Surviving parishes tried to rebuild community, while parishes that were merged struggled to forge new identities. Meanwhile, Cardinal Edmund Szoka, the archbishop who oversaw the closures, left the city for Rome to take a top Vatican finance post.  In the third and final episode of “The City and the Cross,” host and Commonweal Centennial Fellow Aaron Robertson weighs the total cost of the 1989 parish closures—not just the loss of buildings, but the erosion of the systems that once nurtured Black Catholic vocations. He tells the story of Father John McKenzie, a Black priest who tried to serve Detroit'sBlack Catholic community with little institutional support, and whose own struggle raises a pointed question for the Church today: decades after 1989, how committed is the archdiocese to investing in Black Catholic communities?  Slowly, another question also starts to emerge: did the Black Catholic Movement ultimately succeed or did it fail? Robertson asks the very people who lived through it.  Today, as the Detroit archdiocese undergoes another round of restructuring, Black Catholics are bracing for the worst, but they refuse to walk away from the spiritual centers they built and still call home.  Featured Voices Marjorie Gabriel-Burrow, a musician who helped bring Black musical styles into Catholic Mass; Norah Duncan IV, a nationally acclaimed composer who watched the 1989 closures unfold from inside the archdiocesan chancery; Judith McNeeley, the daughter of Deacon Allen McNeeley, who was a member of St. Bernard parish until its 1989 closure; Dr. M. Shawn Copeland, a former nun from Detroit, now one of the world's leading Catholic theologians; Father Tom Lumpkin, a founding member of the Detroit Catholic Pastoral Alliance (DCPA); Father Norm Thomas, the longtime pastor of Sacred Heart and a cofounder of the DCPA who led the public resistance to the 1989 closures (archival); Father John McKenzie, a Black former Benedictine monk ordained a priest in Detroit in 2019, whose path eventually led him out of the Roman Catholic Church; Bishop Walter Hurley, Cardinal Edmund Szoka's chief of staff; Cathey DeSantis, a nun and member of Sacred Heart who became an organizer, and eventually director, of the DCPA; Steve Wasko, a Secular Franciscan and member of a Detroit-area anti-racism coalition that formed in the wake of George Floyd's murder; Dr. Shannen Dee Williams, a historian of Black Catholicism whose scholarship frames Detroit as the radical center of the national Black Catholic Movement; and Patricia Montemurri, a former Detroit Free Press reporter who chronicled the 1989 closures and broke the news of Szoka's Vatican appointment.

What if the iconic blue-and-white pottery sitting on your grandmother's mantle was actually the key to an art history mystery? In this episode of *Now I've Heard Everything*, host Bill Thompson sits down with decorative art advisor, author, and former *Antiques Roadshow* expert Genevieve Wheeler Brown to discuss her new book, *Beyond Blue and White*. Genevieve shares the serendipitous story of stepping into a quiet New York City townhouse and discovering a rare cache of 17th- and 18th-century Dutch Delftware. What unfolded was an incredible "who-done-it" that revealed the hidden, powerful history of women in the arts and financial history. From female pottery owners who grew up down the street from Vermeer to the Gilded Age wives who bypassed sexist museum boards to found their own institutions, this episode explores how decorative arts served as a gateway to independence for women throughout history.Get your copy of Beyond Blue And White by Genevieve Wheeler BrownAs an Amazon Associate, Now I've Heard Everything may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.Chapters:01:16 – Porcelain vs. Earthenware: The 9th-Century Imitation Game 02:02 – From *Antiques Roadshow* to a New York City Mystery 03:41 – The Secret Women Entrepreneurs of the Dutch Golden Age 05:14 – Craft vs. Art: From Everyday Tables to Royal Commissions 07:03 – Financial Literacy and Equal Rights in the 17th Century 08:12 – The Golden Age of Archiving and Connecting the Dots 09:14 – Gilded Age Rebels: How Women Built Their Own Museums 10:48 – A 5-Year Writing Journey Born Out of a Zoom Lecture 14:00 – Getting Lost in the Smithsonian: Childhood Inspirations 16:38 – The Centennial Exposition of 1876 and the Women's Pavilion 18:11 – Ceramics as a Gateway to Women's Suffrage and Independence 20:02 – The Science of Cobalt Blue: Technology Thinner Than Porcelain 21:46 – Is There Valuable Delftware Hiding in Your Attic? 22:51 – Wrap-up & Where to Find *Beyond Blue and White*Guest InformationGenevieve Wheeler BrownWebsiteSocial:Facebook Instagram 1988 interview with Alex HaleyEasier, more confident everyday conversation: "The Everyday What To Say"For more intriguing and engaging interviews each week, subscribe now on:Spotify Apple Podcasts YouTube

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister interview Broadway Lighting Designer Isabella Byrd. Join Isabella, Ellen, Dennis, Steve, and David, as they discuss:  Attending this year's Tony Awards Show; Jules Fischer's Lifetime Achievement Award;  Historic Firsts; "No Boys Allowed"; Qween Jean; Lighting Theatre in the Round; Lighting "Caberet"; The story of DOTS; How union contracts are adapted for multiple designers working as a collective; Freelancers' rights; The difference between Europe and North America in the way theatre artists get paid; "The Most"; A "Production Design" Tony award category; Bringing Caberet to our time; "Designing the Dark": "Less is Less so that More can become More"; Discovering the power of "...At Full"; "It's all about contrast"; "Trusting the less"; Being the "squeeky wheel"; Early inspiring mentors in "The School of Hard Knocks"; Asking questions; and Advice for young designers. Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

In this episode of Connecting the Dots, I sit down with Carsten Ellsworth, Director of Marketing at Avista Senior Living, to explore what it really means to become an AI-enabled marketer.Carsten shares how he “accidentally” found his way into senior living through an internship that turned into a nine-year career, and how his passion for marketing has evolved alongside the rise of AI. Rather than treating AI as a shortcut or content machine, Carsten sees it as a tool for deeper thinking, better strategy, and building real systems that improve the way marketing teams operate.The conversation covers practical ways senior living marketers can use AI today, from campaign strategy and reporting to business frameworks, automation, app-building, and data analysis. Carsten also offers a grounded perspective for leaders who feel behind: the key is not mastering everything at once, but taking action and applying AI to the next real problem in front of you.Guest Bio:Carsten Ellsworth is the Director of Marketing at Avista Senior Living, where he leads marketing strategy across a diverse portfolio of senior living communities. An AI-enabled marketer, Carsten is passionate about using artificial intelligence to enhance strategic thinking, improve workflows, analyze data, and build practical systems that help teams move faster and make smarter decisions. His approach to AI is rooted in experimentation, action, and the belief that these tools can empower marketers to expand what they are capable of creating.Time Stamps02:38 — Carsten's path into senior living03:45 — The moment AI became empowering07:22 — Practical AI value in senior living marketing08:25 — Building AI business frameworks11:13 — Turning a spreadsheet into a real internal app13:18 — Avoiding AI slop15:37 — Balancing data, intuition, and AI insights17:26 — First steps for marketers who feel behind20:38 — Why AI-enabled people will have the advantage22:08 — What separates marketers who thrive from those who struggle22:54 — Final thoughts on empowerment and possibilityCarsten Ellsworth, Director of Marketing at Avista Senior Living, joins Matt Reiners to discuss how AI-enabled marketers can use strategy, automation, data, and action to build real marketing systems in senior living.

Myles tells us about his fishing adventure with Charlie Berens and recaps "The Legend of Bobber Bass." We then chat about how to reach peak male status. After the break, we discuss payments that are better than cash money and discover the world of Dippin' Dots. Plus, Fun Facts might be in jeopardy!Go to shadyrays.com and use code "ybr" for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses.

Hell is officially for sale... and somehow that's not even the weirdest thing we talked about today.The gang dives headfirst into the surprisingly affordable listing for Hell, Michigan, where for less than the cost of some St. Louis starter homes, you can own an ice cream shop, a chapel, a mini tourist attraction, and the title of Devil-in-Charge. Naturally, everyone immediately starts spending money they don't have and debating how they'd transform the town into the ultimate roadside attraction.Then things take a hard left turn when former NFL superstar Ricky Williams enters the conversation. After walking away from football at the height of his career, he's now a professional astrologer helping people navigate life through birth charts and cosmic scouting reports. Rafe is fascinated. Lern is fully on board. Rizz remains approximately 97% skeptical. Somehow this leads to discussions about crystals, sweat lodges, life coaching, and whether astrology is just football strategy for people who own moon-shaped candles.Meanwhile, AI continues its quest to make everyone uncomfortable. A new study says musicians are using artificial intelligence more than ever, sparking debates about creativity, ownership, songwriting, and whether your next favorite hit was written by a computer that learned emotions from Reddit comments. Moon weighs in from the musician perspective while the crew wonders how much AI is already hiding behind the curtain.Elsewhere in today's chaos:• Sharon and Jack Osbourne explain their plans for an AI-powered Ozzy legacy project.• Bon Jovi wants fans to sing "Livin' on a Prayer" and possibly appear in a future show.• New music from Billy Idol and Anthrax gets the crew talking.• Bowen Yang reveals why he almost left SNL.• Romy and Michelle are making a comeback because apparently nostalgia is undefeated.• Celebrities who believe in aliens somehow become a full-blown conversation.• And yes, there are hot takes on Dippin' Dots, because no topic is too important or too ridiculous for this show.It's another beautifully unhinged installment of your favorite daily comedy show, packed with weird news, pop culture commentary, celebrity stories, conspiracy-adjacent nonsense, and the kind of conversations that somehow make perfect sense before 10 a.m.Whether you're here for funny stories, celebrity gossip, UFO believers, or the possibility of becoming the new ruler of Hell, Michigan, this daily comedy show delivers exactly the kind of chaos you've come to expect.Grab your ice cream of the future, consult your horoscope, and join another daily comedy show with Rizz and the gang.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

St. Louis is officially entering swamp-ass season, and the gang is here to issue the only weather alert that really matters.This episode starts with a brutal heat wave rolling into the Midwest, bringing temperatures that feel like Mother Nature accidentally left the city inside a crockpot. The crew breaks down heat indexes, survival tips, football practices from the prehistoric era, and why today's kids apparently have it way too easy compared to drinking from a PVC pipe water fountain during August two-a-days.Then things take a sharp detour into one of the most important cultural discussions of our time: why does Southern Illinois pronounce perfectly normal words in completely insane ways? Cairo becomes "Caro." Vienna becomes "Vienna." Geography teachers everywhere are filing complaints. The gang relives high school rivalries, homecoming disasters, football memories, and the strange world of Little Egypt. If you've ever wondered how many towns can mispronounce themselves simultaneously, this episode has answers.But wait... it gets weirder.A listener asks for help settling a family feud after a Chicago relative claims the Windy City has a better food scene than St. Louis. That's when the gloves come off. The crew debates toasted ravioli, BBQ, hot salami, Balkan Treat Box, The Hill, farm-to-table restaurants, and whether any visitor has ever actually had a life-changing toasted ravioli experience. The result is a passionate defense of St. Louis food culture mixed with enough food recommendations to make you immediately abandon whatever salad you were planning to eat.Meanwhile, a local trampoline park's "67 Day" celebration turns into absolute mayhem after hundreds of unsupervised kids show up, fights break out, businesses shut down, and one 12-year-old arrives carrying a butcher knife because apparently social media has become a terrible life coach. The gang tries to make sense of the chaos while collectively wondering why nobody can have nice things anymore.Also in today's chaos:• The growing war against e-bikes in St. Louis suburbs• Why golf carts are secretly becoming suburban transportation devices• Childhood dirt bikes and mini-bike jealousy• Fish markets in Tokyo that permanently ruin seafood for everyone else• Survival knives, brass knuckles, and growing up in a very different era• National Earl Day and the tragic decline of the name Earl• The universal truth that every city thinks its food is better than yoursHell is officially for sale... and somehow that's not even the weirdest thing we talked about today.The gang dives headfirst into the surprisingly affordable listing for Hell, Michigan, where for less than the cost of some St. Louis starter homes, you can own an ice cream shop, a chapel, a mini tourist attraction, and the title of Devil-in-Charge. Naturally, everyone immediately starts spending money they don't have and debating how they'd transform the town into the ultimate roadside attraction.Then things take a hard left turn when former NFL superstar Ricky Williams enters the conversation. After walking away from football at the height of his career, he's now a professional astrologer helping people navigate life through birth charts and cosmic scouting reports. Rafe is fascinated. Lern is fully on board. Rizz remains approximately 97% skeptical. Somehow this leads to discussions about crystals, sweat lodges, life coaching, and whether astrology is just football strategy for people who own moon-shaped candles.Meanwhile, AI continues its quest to make everyone uncomfortable. A new study says musicians are using artificial intelligence more than ever, sparking debates about creativity, ownership, songwriting, and whether your next favorite hit was written by a computer that learned emotions from Reddit comments. Moon weighs in from the musician perspective while the crew wonders how much AI is already hiding behind the curtain.Elsewhere in today's chaos:• Sharon and Jack Osbourne explain their plans for an AI-powered Ozzy legacy project.• Bon Jovi wants fans to sing "Livin' on a Prayer" and possibly appear in a future show.• New music from Billy Idol and Anthrax gets the crew talking.• Bowen Yang reveals why he almost left SNL.• Romy and Michelle are making a comeback because apparently nostalgia is undefeated.• Celebrities who believe in aliens somehow become a full-blown conversation.• And yes, there are hot takes on Dippin' Dots, because no topic is too important or too ridiculous for this show.It's another beautifully unhinged installment of your favorite daily comedy show, packed with weird news, pop culture commentary, celebrity stories, conspiracy-adjacent nonsense, and the kind of conversations that somehow make perfect sense before 10 a.m.Whether you're here for funny stories, celebrity gossip, UFO believers, or the possibility of becoming the new ruler of Hell, Michigan, this daily comedy show delivers exactly the kind of chaos you've come to expect.Today's episode starts exactly how you'd expect from a group of professional broadcasters... by arguing over cartoon dwarves and immediately proving why the game is called Matchup With The Morons.The crew jumps into a surprisingly intense round of trivia featuring Moon, King Scott, Rafe, and Learn, where confidence levels are high and actual knowledge levels vary dramatically. One wrong dwarf answer sparks a chain reaction of chaos that somehow leads to discussions about Indiana Jones, giant lizards, world rivers, and whether anyone actually knows where French fries came from.Things get even stranger when the gang learns about a man who has eaten more than 34,000 Big Macs in his lifetime. That's not a typo. That's a lifestyle choice. The crew tries to guess the Guinness World Record total and discovers that some people collect baseball cards while others collect burger receipts for five decades.Meanwhile, Rafe and Learn square off in a battle that becomes unexpectedly competitive thanks to classic rock knowledge, superhero trivia, and one question about collective nouns that nearly sends everyone into a full-scale grammatical civil war. Is it a knot of toads? An army of toads? A conference of toads? Nobody leaves this episode feeling smarter.The music trivia alone is worth the ride. The crew debates Led Zeppelin, The Yardbirds, Paul McCartney, and enough rock history to make your dad text the family group chat. Add in random movie facts, Titanic budget discussions, and the usual barrage of sarcastic commentary, and you've got another perfectly ridiculous day with The Rizzuto Show.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO. 'Chaos': '6-7' event near St. Louis attracts hundreds of kids, sparking fights, arrests; minor caught with butcher knifeA flesh-eating cattle parasite spreads beyond Texas as new screwworm cases are foundCollege Football Legend Ricky Williams Now An AstrologerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Sometimes we spend so much time asking for new doors to open…that we forget some doors have to close first.And sometimes closing doors feels like loss.Like disappointment.Like endings we didn't plan for.Like walking away from something familiar before we know what comes next.But maybe some doors close because life is trying to move us forward.In this reflective episode of Dr. Davina's Dots, we quietly explore the uncomfortable but necessary experience of closing doors.The relationships we outgrow.The habits we can't carry anymore.The versions of ourselves we slowly begin to release.Because sometimes what's next cannot enter our life until something else leaves it first.This isn't about rushing change or pretending endings don't hurt.It's about reflecting on how closed doors often create space for new beginnings.So if you've been standing in front of a door that no longer feels right…or grieving something that once felt important…Take a breath.Slow down for a moment.And come reflect with me and lets connect the dots together. This episode musical selections include: Greg Chambers – “Baja BreezeMichael Kitanda – “Sweet Nothings Patrick Bradley – “Song of May”Adam Hawley – “One Moment Brian Simpson – “Sky Watcher”Atmospheric, slow, spaciousNathan Mitchell – “Sweet SeductionNicholas Cole – “DreamsRyan Montano – “Soulfully”Jackiem Joyner – “When we James PJ Spraggins -Pure Logic Elan Trotman -Cool RunninVanell Andrew X The Colleagues – Euphoria Charles A. Kelly -Focus on Purpose If today's reflection resonated with you, you'll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you're navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.comUntil next time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when a high-achieving, in-charge leader faces a challenge that can't be solved by sheer determination? In this episode, we sit down with Melissa Borowicz — CEO and owner of The Utech Group, organizational development expert, and co-author of Cracking the Rich Code — to explore what it looks like to face uncertainty through the lens of an ENFJ personality type. Melissa shares how her Big Five profile (94th percentile in adventurousness, 6th percentile in stress quotient) shaped her instinct to "always find a way" — and how an unexpected Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis in 2023 forced her to reckon with the shadow side of that same strength. We explore her development as a leader inside a second-generation family business, the tension between her natural independence and the need to receive support, and what she's learned about setting boundaries when your identity is built around achievement. In this episode you'll hear about: - What ENFJs look like under pressure — and what "laser beam eyes" and task-mode mean in practice - The difference between Interaction Styles (In Charge) and Essential Motivators (Catalyst) and how they showed up in Melissa's leadership journey - How her MS diagnosis accelerated both personal growth and organizational change - The framework she used to navigate life's most uncertain chapter — and why she wrote a chapter about it - Why "just do something" might be the most powerful advice for anyone stuck in uncertainty Whether you're a personality nerd, a leader navigating change, or someone facing something you didn't ask for, this episode will leave you thinking differently about how you're wired — and what your wiring reveals when life gets hard. Connecting the Dots is hosted by Steve Utech (Founder, illumyx) and Ryan Gracyalny (Director of Training & Development, The Utech Group). About Melissa Borowicz Melissa Borowicz is the CEO and Owner of The Utech Group, a second-generation family business specializing in organizational development, change management, and leadership training based in Green Bay, Wisconsin. With a master's degree in marriage and family therapy, Melissa brings a uniquely human lens to the complex dynamics of business — especially in family-owned companies navigating transition. Melissa is a co-author of Cracking the Rich Code, where she shares her personal chapter on mastering uncertainty and finding strength during her own Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis.

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his weekly segment, Lou's To Do List. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his weekly segment, Lou's To Do List. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Threevisiting on the Tues: Lauren, Paul and Scott talk about Nermal, a baseball game, and do some MadLibs. Send Threetures and emails to threedomusa@gmail.com.Leave us a voicemail asking us a question at hagclaims8.comFollow us on Instagram @ThreedomUSA.Unlock every episode of THREEDOM and THREEMIUM, ad-free, on cbbworld.comGrab some new Threedom merch at cbbworld.com/shop

To dominate the platform, you have to survive the lifestyle that builds it. For over a decade, Matt Sharafinski chased the limits of human strength, moving through weight classes and dismantling standard programming until his body forced a brutal reckoning with reality. From running a thermos of alcohol into high school classes to maxing out medical breathing machines just to survive the night, his obsession with the barbell became a masterclass in psychological warfare and physiological survival. INSIDE THE EPISODE: The Illusion of the 2,000-lb Total: Why the numbers on Open Powerlifting never tell the true story of a lifter's peak capability. Escaping the Void: How a high school drug addiction flipped into an elite athletic pursuit, and the danger of replacing one obsession with another. Titrating Survival: The terrifying moment Matt realized his 275-lb frame was maxing out the medical equipment keeping him alive at night. The Third Peak Blueprint: Why the biggest strength gains of your life happen only after you exhaust every single recovery variable. The Myth of Constant PRs: How elite strength athletes manage the monotony of training when comparison becomes the thief of joy. MEET THE GUEST: Matt Sharafinski is an elite competitive powerlifter and strength coach with over 12 years of platform experience. Carrying a lifetime DOTS score of 550.85, Matt has broken the 2,000-lb total mark and competed at the highest levels of the sport, including the WPPL Pro Invitational at the Arnold Sports Festival. Through Sheriff Training Systems, Matt combines his background in psychology with elite-level coaching to help athletes overcome the technical and mental barriers of long-term strength development. FOLLOW MATT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_sheriff_lifts/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The_Sheriff_Lifts Links: https://linktr.ee/the_sheriff_lifts SUPPORT THE SHOW: Become an elitefts channel member for early access to Dave Tate's Table Talk podcast and exclusive perks. ➡️ @eliteftsofficial FULL Crew Access: https://www.elitefts.com/join-the-crew Limited Edition Apparel: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html Programs & More: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/dave-tate-s-table-talk-crew.html TYAO Application: https://www.elitefts.com/dave-tate-s-tyao-application BEST-SELLING ELITEFTS PRODUCTS: Pro Resistance Training Bands: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html Specialty Barbells: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bars-weights/specialty-bars.html Wraps, Straps, Sleeves: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/power-gear.html SPONSORS: Get an extra 10% OFF at elitefts (CODE: TABLE TALK): https://www.elitefts.com/ Get 10% OFF Your Next Marek Health Labs (CODE: TABLETALK): https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors: http://www.drinklmnt.com/tabletalk Support Massenomics! https://www.massenomics.com/ Save 20% on monthly, yearly, or lifetime MASS Research Review (CODE: ELITEFTS20): https://massresearchreview.com/ Get 10% OFF RP Hypertrophy App (CODE: TABLE TALK): https://rpstrength.com/pages/hypertrophy-app  

In this episode of Connecting the Dots, Matt sits down with Jill Vitale-Aussem, President and CEO of Christian Living Communities, to explore a powerful shift in senior living: moving from a hospitality-driven model to a citizenship model rooted in purpose, belonging, reciprocity, and shared ownership.Jill reflects on her early experiences in nursing homes, the moment she began questioning the “we'll do everything for you” promise often found in senior living, and why true community is built when residents are seen not just as customers, but as citizens with gifts, agency, and something meaningful to contribute.Together, Matt and Jill discuss how this model changes daily life inside communities, how residents and team members care for one another, and why leaders should begin with better questions instead of ready-made answers.Guest Bio:Jill Vitale-Aussem is the President and CEO of Christian Living Communities, where she leads the organization's vision, culture, and growth across a continuum of services for older adults. With more than 30 years of experience in senior living, Jill has served in leadership roles across nursing homes, assisted living communities, and life plan communities. She previously served as President and CEO of the Eden Alternative, advancing a global movement focused on improving quality of life for older adults and their care partners.Jill is a licensed nursing home administrator, reframing aging facilitator, Eden Alternative educator, and graduate of the LeadingAge Leadership Academy. She is also the author of Disrupting the Status Quo of Senior Living: A Mindshift and speaks internationally on leadership, culture change, and ageism.Chapters:02:00 — Introduction to Jill Vitale-Aussem03:14 — Jill's path into senior living06:07 — Questioning the hospitality model07:14 — Purpose, independence, and ageism09:06 — What citizenship means in senior living10:18 — Citizenship in everyday community life13:07 — Doing things with residents, not for residents15:15 — Purpose in action17:02 — Helping people recognize their gifts19:02 — Resident ownership of team member experience22:01 — How citizenship reshapes leadership23:34 — Reciprocity between residents and team members25:34 — Where leaders should begin27:45 — Closing reflections

Some seasons of life are confusing diisappointing and uncertain.And sometimes when people say, “look for the silver lining”…it can feel easier said than done.But every now and then…after enough time passes…you begin to notice something unexpected.A lesson.A new strength.A fresh perspective.A version of yourself that didn't exist before the storm.In this reflective episode of Dr. Davina's Dots, we quietly explore the idea of silver linings… as the quiet things we sometimes discover in the middle of hard moments.The growth we didn't ask for.The clarity that came from slowing down.The doors that opened after others closed.The peace that finally found us. This isn't about pretending life is always easy.It's about reflecting on how even difficult seasons can leave behind something meaningful.So if life has felt heavy lately…or if you're still trying to make sense of certain chapters…Take a breath.Get comfortable.And come reflect with me and lets connect the dots together. If today's reflection resonated with you, you'll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you're navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.comUntil next time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've ever opened Canva, slapped some text on a template, and called it a day, you're barely scratching the surface. Canva has quietly rolled out a suite of AI-powered tools that can batch-create branded graphics, generate images and video from text prompts, and resize everything for every platform in seconds. In this episode, I sit down with Maliha Khan, a strategy-first marketing consultant and the creative force behind Khannect the Dots and Khannections Studio, to dig into the Canva AI features most marketers don't even know exist. Whether you're a small business owner trying to keep up with your social media calendar or a marketer looking to level up your visual content without hiring a designer, this conversation is packed with practical workflows you can put to use today. https://www.theagentsofchange.com/622 Need help with your branding, website, or digital marketing? Reach out to me (Rich Brooks!) today at https://www.takeflyte.com/contact

In this episode of Connecting the Dots, I sit down with Dr. Nancy Swanger, Founding Director of the Granger Cobb Institute for the Business of Aging at Washington State University, to talk about what it takes to prepare the next generation of senior living leaders.Nancy shares the origin story of the Institute, which began through a collaboration between Washington State University and senior living industry leaders who saw a natural connection between hospitality, business education, and aging services. She explains why the “business of aging” extends beyond traditional senior living and into the broader ecosystem of organizations, vendors, operators, and professionals serving an aging population.The conversation also explores the Institute's professional development certificate program, how it supports workforce development, and why senior living needs more people who understand both the heart of the work and the business fundamentals required to lead well.At the center of the conversation is a powerful reminder: technical skills can be taught, but caring has to come first.Guest Bio:Dr. Nancy Swanger is the Founding Director of the Granger Cobb Institute for the Business of Aging at Washington State University. Through the Institute, Nancy helps connect hospitality education, business fundamentals, and senior living industry expertise to prepare students and professionals for meaningful careers in aging services. Her work focuses on workforce development, leadership education, and expanding awareness of the many career pathways available in the business of aging.Episode Highlights:02:44 — The origin of the Granger Cobb InstituteNancy shares how the Institute began with industry leaders who saw an opportunity to connect hospitality education, business fundamentals, and senior living.04:43 — What “the business of aging” really meansNancy explains why the field goes beyond senior living alone, touching adjacent businesses, congregate living, hospitality, and aging services.06:33 — Why the professional development certificate was createdNancy discusses the workforce gap the program was built to address, especially for emerging leaders already in the industry and professionals transitioning from other fields.09:12 — An industry-driven approach to educationNancy emphasizes that the curriculum was shaped by senior living professionals, not just academics, so learners receive practical, real-world knowledge.11:18 — What changed in version 2.0 of the certificate programThe program has expanded from 7 to 14 modules, adding topics like AI in seniors housing, navigating resident loss, dining experience, and more flexible credential options.14:33 — Why financial literacy matters in senior livingNancy and Matt discuss why every leader needs to understand the numbers, including the idea that there is “no margin, no mission.”16:06 — Who the program is designed forNancy outlines the ideal audience: emerging leaders in senior living, middle-management professionals, and people with transferable skills from industries like hospitality.17:56 — The heart and mindset senior living leaders needNancy explains why relationship-building, empathy, work ethic, and genuine care are essential in serving an aging population.20:22 — Building the future of aging services leadershipNancy looks ahead to how universities, operators, and hospitality programs can work together to attract more people into careers in senior living and aging services.Shoutout to our sponsor, Parasol Alliance, a Senior Living IT MSP

Sometimes you can feel it before you can explain it.Something inside you knows this version of life isn't working anymore.Somewhere deep down…you know something needs to change.In this reflective episode of Dr. Davina's Dots, we quietly explore those moments when your heart starts whispering that it's time for something different.If you've been feeling restless… disconnected… or pulled toward something you can't quite explain yet…Take a breath.Slow down for a moment.And come reflect with me and let's connect the dots together. If today's reflection resonated with you, you'll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you're navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.comUntil next time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Green Insider, Mike Nemer sits down with Itzik Malka, co-founder and CEO of 4M Analytics, to explore how better visibility into underground infrastructure can reduce risk, cut costs, and improve decision-making across construction and utility projects. Itzik explains how 4M Analytics is working to create a digital map of the subsurface using remote sensing, aerial imagery, and AI to help engineers, utility owners, and project teams understand what lies below ground before excavation begins. Episode 327 Show Notes Episode Overview Drawing on a background in explosives detection and risk mitigation, Itzik shares the origin story behind 4M Analytics and the company's mission to build what he calls the “Google Maps of the underground.” The conversation covers why fragmented utility records create delays, budget overruns, and safety concerns, and how more reliable subsurface data can improve planning from feasibility and estimating through construction and asset management. Key topics in this episode:• How 4M Analytics uses remote sensing, aerial imagery, and AI to map underground infrastructure• Why incomplete utility data creates risk for contractors, engineers, DOTs, and asset owners• How better subsurface visibility can reduce unnecessary truck rolls, field investigations, and project delays• The role of digital infrastructure data in pre-construction planning, damage prevention, and lifecycle management• Why trust, accuracy, and early access to information matter in construction decision-making Subscribe to The Green Insider for more conversations with the leaders and disruptors shaping sustainability, infrastructure, and the energy transition. #TheGreenInsider #Podcast #ApplePodcasts #Infrastructure #ConstructionTech #UtilityMapping #AI #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #4MAnalytics #Geospatial #RemoteSensing #ArtificialIntelligence #AerialImagery #DigitalInfrastructure #RiskMitigation The post How 4M Analytics Is Building the Google Maps of the Underground appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

The ESCMID Global Late Breakers series returns to Communicable! Five CMI Communications editors – Marc Bonten, Josh Davis, Angela Huttner, Anne-Grete Märtson, and Erin McCreary – handpicked five late-breaking trials presented at ESCMID Global 2026 to summarise their  findings and discuss whether the results will change their practice. This is part one of the two-part series. Trials presented are listed below and links to their respective sessions can be watched and rewatched on the ESCMID Global Virtual Platform. Links to corresponding publications, if available, and mentioned related articles are provided as well. The FAST trial (Late-breaking research from JAMA)Banerjee R, et al. Fast Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing for Gram-Negative Bacteremia. The FAST Randomized Clinical Trial, doi: 10.1001/jama.2026.5487 Srinivasan A. A Multinational Trial of Rapid Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing. Is FASTer Better?, doi: 10.1001/jama.2026.5504The CEFMEC trial (Poster session)Hayakawa K, et al. Effectiveness of cefmetazole versus meropenem for invasive urinary tract infections caused by extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli, Antimicrob Agents Chemother 2023, doi: 10.1128/aac.00510-23The COBRA trial (Late-breaking trials in surgical infection prevention)Overdevest AG, et al. Antibiotic treatment for 1 day versus 4-7 days in patients with acute cholangitis after adequate endoscopic biliary drainage (COBRA): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials, doi: 10.1186/s13063-026-09524-7The DOTS trial, a secondary analysis (Late-breaking research from JAMA)Lodise, TP, et al. Pharmacokinetics of Dalbavancin in Complicated Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia: A Secondary Analysis of the DOTS Randomized Clinical Trial, JAMA 2026, doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2026.11652 Walls G, et al. Patient-reported Perceptions, Experiences, and Preferences Around Intravenous and Oral Antibiotics for the Treatment of Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia: A Descriptive Qualitative Study, Clin Infect Dis 2026, doi: 10.1093/cid/ciaf522Turner  NA , et al.  Dalbavancin for treatment of Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia: the DOTS randomized clinical trial. JAMA 2025, doi: 10.1001/jama.2025.12543 Maribavir for clinically significant cytomegalovirus infection in hematopoietic cell transplantation: a real-world retrospective international study of the Infectious Disease Working Party of EBMT (Late-breaking research from The Lancet)Paviglianiti A, et al. Maribavir for clinically significant cytomegalovirus infection in haematopoietic cell transplant recipients in Europe: a real-world multicentre retrospective registry study. Lancet 2026. doi: 10.1016/S1473-3099(26)00144-1

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Send us Fan MailWe are sad to report that Greg Page has passed away today, 5/13. This episode was recorded prior to finding out about Greg's passing. In this episode, Josh and Lara discussed several powerlifting-related topics. They covered the selection process for the U.S.A. Powerlifting team for IDFPA Worlds, with Josh advocating for alternates to be selected based on DOTS points rather than just the next best total in each weight class. They also talked about upcoming coach certification courses, with deadlines of May 14th for both the online Club Coach certification and the in-person National Coach Certification. Josh provided an update on the Minnesota lawsuit settlement involving transgender athlete J.C. Cooper, though specific details about the settlement were limited. Josh and Lara reminded listeners about an ongoing call for submissions of uplifting songs, with a May 16th deadline. They concluded by discussing proper coaching practices, including a scenario about handling multiple lifters at the same meet, and shared a tip about treating the first rep in a set like it's a meet situation.Team Rohr Powerlifting100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual CoachingJoin the Team Rohr Training App!Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month!Executive Arbor Tree CareTop Rated Tree Service Serving Johns Creek & Surrounding AreasDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showSupport Greg Page!Caring Bridge UpdatesGo Fund MeJoin our GroupMe!Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & FacebookEmail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.comMore Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcastThe Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80's music and Power Ballads.

Sometimes we think life has already passed us by.That we missed the moment.Missed the opportunity.Missed who we could have been.But what if it's not too late? What if there's still more waiting to unfold?In this reflective episode of Dr. Davina's Dots, we slow down and quietly explore the idea that maybe it's not too late after all.Not too late to begin again.Not too late to rediscover yourself.Not too late to dream differently, heal slowly, love deeply, or see life from a fresh perspective.So take a breath…Get comfortable…and let these reflections help you connect the dots in your life Musical selections include Sapphire butterfly -Rei Narita Silky Smooth-Jeff Logan Julieta -Wayne GutshallGates of Eden D.S. Wilson Just like that Jackiem Joyner feat Brian Simpson No strings attached Dee Lucas It's my time -Tim Treadwell Mellifluous Balance 9 feat Dawn Norfleet Mike Williams Last night Live Love James Morgan Jazz Trapped in the groove Jarez Might as well-David P StevenWhen I'm with you Mike Levine featuring Steve OliverFor more reflections visit www.drdavinasdots.com If today's reflection resonated with you, you'll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you're navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.comUntil next time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachael has a craving that could bring about a big lifestyle change. She discusses with Lauren coming to a realization that she no longer feels at home in the environment she's settled into— and the choice between staying the course or starting a new adventure. The hosts share how they have gained clarity, direction, and the courage to embrace the unknown in the quest to continually live creatively. Rachael's new book “Prioritize Play” is now available for pre-order! Grab your copy today. Post on desire by Yumi Sakugawa Poetry Unbound - Seventh Circle of Earth by Ocean Vuong All Fours by Miranda July Chaotic Creatives Ep 12 - The Spark: How Advice for Dating is Advice for Creating Check out Lauren's Mural Mockups For a transcript of this episode, contact us at chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.com Cover art designed and photographed by Kristle Marshall for Hom Sweet HomIf you love what we are doing and want to support us, head to patreon.com/chaoticcreativesFollow the pod on Instagram @chaoticcreativespod and tag us in the projects you're working on while listening!Say hi or tell us a silly lil joke: chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.comLauren's links:WebsiteInstagramOnline ClassesRachael's links:WebsiteInstagramThe Juice BoxCreative Coaching

Kevin Jackson here… and let me warn you upfront: if you think you've got the Left figured out, if you think you've seen their playbook, decoded their little buzzwords, rolled your eyes at the talking points… you're still in the kiddie pool. Floaties on. Juice box nearby. Because what we're going to wade into today? That's the deep end, and the lifeguard is on his break.We've got a full plate today… and yes, I said dessert too, because nothing caps off a meal like watching hypocrisy flambé itself in real time.Let's start with something that should stop you mid-bite: planned genocide… back in the headlines. Not whispered, not theorized in some dusty corner of the internet, but sitting there in broad daylight, stretching, yawning, saying, “Oh, you noticed me again?” [X] SB – Joni ErnstAnd now we're learning that under the watch of the Biden administration, money—your money, taxpayer money—somehow found its way into places it had no legal business going. Funds that weren't just misplaced… not a clerical oops… but routed in ways that raise a very uncomfortable question: at what point does negligence start wearing the costume of intent?Because history has receipts. Governments don't wake up one morning and accidentally participate in human suffering at scale. There's always a paper trail, always a justification memo, always a polished spokesperson ready to tell you that what looks like a fire is actually “a controlled warmth initiative.”And if you think that sounds dramatic, go take a stroll through the 20th century. Every ugly chapter started with a shrug, a redefinition, a “this is for the greater good.” The language always gets softer as the consequences get harder.Now pivot with me, because while that's simmering, here comes former FBI Director James Comey back into the spotlight, doing what can only be described as a public relations yoga pose… bending, stretching, trying to maintain balance while standing on a floor made of his own past statements. He's out there attempting the classic stiff upper lip routine, like a man who just remembered the cameras never actually turned off.This is the same guy who once carried himself like the nation's moral hall monitor. Remember that tone? That “I alone stand between order and chaos” energy? And yet somehow, every time we circle back, we find more questions than answers. More conveniently foggy memories. More “I don't recall” moments than a teenager asked about the dent in the family car.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin Jackson here… and let me warn you upfront: if you think you've got the Left figured out, if you think you've seen their playbook, decoded their little buzzwords, rolled your eyes at the talking points… you're still in the kiddie pool. Floaties on. Juice box nearby. Because what we're going to wade into today? That's the deep end, and the lifeguard is on his break.We've got a full plate today… and yes, I said dessert too, because nothing caps off a meal like watching hypocrisy flambé itself in real time.Let's start with something that should stop you mid-bite: planned genocide… back in the headlines. Not whispered, not theorized in some dusty corner of the internet, but sitting there in broad daylight, stretching, yawning, saying, “Oh, you noticed me again?” [X] SB – Joni ErnstAnd now we're learning that under the watch of the Biden administration, money—your money, taxpayer money—somehow found its way into places it had no legal business going. Funds that weren't just misplaced… not a clerical oops… but routed in ways that raise a very uncomfortable question: at what point does negligence start wearing the costume of intent?Because history has receipts. Governments don't wake up one morning and accidentally participate in human suffering at scale. There's always a paper trail, always a justification memo, always a polished spokesperson ready to tell you that what looks like a fire is actually “a controlled warmth initiative.”And if you think that sounds dramatic, go take a stroll through the 20th century. Every ugly chapter started with a shrug, a redefinition, a “this is for the greater good.” The language always gets softer as the consequences get harder.Now pivot with me, because while that's simmering, here comes former FBI Director James Comey back into the spotlight, doing what can only be described as a public relations yoga pose… bending, stretching, trying to maintain balance while standing on a floor made of his own past statements. He's out there attempting the classic stiff upper lip routine, like a man who just remembered the cameras never actually turned off.This is the same guy who once carried himself like the nation's moral hall monitor. Remember that tone? That “I alone stand between order and chaos” energy? And yet somehow, every time we circle back, we find more questions than answers. More conveniently foggy memories. More “I don't recall” moments than a teenager asked about the dent in the family car.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Starting something new doesn't always begin with having all the details Sometimes it starts with a thought…a quiet nudge…or a moment where you realize you can't stay where you are.In this episode of Dr. Davina's Dots titled "First Steps" we take a moment to reflect on what it really means to take a first step, especially when you're not fully sure, fully ready, or fully confident.Sometimes the courage you're looking forisn't something you wait for…it's something that shows upwhen you decide to take that first small step. If you've been thinking about starting somethingor taking a step you've been putting off, this is a moment to slow down, reflect,and see it a little differently.Musical Selections include Brighter Days Dean JamesThe Night is long PavelUnder the Stars- Brian Simpson Holding on Jazz Holdouts Mystical Reza KhanDefining Moment Dan SiegelMemory Lane Jayson Tipp The girl with the sunflower tatoo John Smalta The Pacemaker Kim WatersLast Night Nick Stefanacci Edmond Baker Jr Jus Doin My Thang Momentum D S. WilsonEuphoria Van Andrews If you enjoy Dr. Davina's Dots radio show be sure to visit www.drdavinasdots.com for more episodes and other inspiring content. Be sure to like share and follow wherever you listen to Podcasts. If today's reflection resonated with you, you'll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you're navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.comUntil next time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this solo episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, HeHe breaks down four key terms every pregnant person should understand before pushing begins. Inspired by a listener question, she unpacks what's actually happening physiologically when your body starts bearing down and why the pushing stage is often misunderstood inside modern birth culture. HeHe explains the Early Pushing Urge (EPU), what it can feel like, and the two common schools of thought around responding to it. She also breaks down the difference between the Ferguson reflex and the fetal ejection reflex, two terms often confused online but very different in practice. Plus, she shares why reaching 10 centimeters does not automatically mean it is time to start pushing. You'll also learn about laboring down, how passive descent can sometimes create a more effective pushing phase, signs transition may be happening without a cervical exam, and what research says about delayed pushing, active pushing time, postpartum outcomes, and baby safety. If you want to walk into labor understanding your options, trusting your body, and knowing that pushing is more nuanced than “count to ten and hold your breath,” this episode is for you. Timestamps 00:00 Mothers Day Offer 03:45 Podcast Topic Pushing 05:28 Early Pushing Urge 09:00 Ferguson Reflex Explained 11:49 When To Start Pushing 14:56 Fetal Ejection Reflex 16:24 My Birth FER Surprise 21:58 Advocacy Scripts Promo 25:22 Laboring Down Basics 30:48 Passive Vs Active Pushing 33:41 Laboring Down Research 41:09 Wrap Up And Resources 42:35 Outro And Subscribe SOCIAL MEDIA: Connect with HeHe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tranquilitybyhehe/  BIRTH EDUCATION: Learn how to stay in control of your birth and reduce the risk of unnecessary interventions in our Avoid a C-Section Webinar. HeHe breaks down the cascade of interventions, explains what's really happening in the hospital, and shares practical strategies to protect your birth plan, advocate for yourself, and navigate labor with confidence. Perfect for anyone who wants a positive, informed hospital birth experience: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/csection Feeling nervous about speaking up in labor? Our Scripts for Advocacy give you the exact words to handle the most common conversations that can make or break your birth experience. From declining unnecessary interventions to asking the right questions about procedures, these scripts empower you to stay in control, speak confidently, and protect your birth plan — even when the pressure is on. Think of it as your personal toolkit for advocating like a pro, so you can focus on your baby, not the stress: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/Scripts-for-Advocacy And if you haven't grabbed it yet… Snag my free Pitocin Guide to understand the risks, benefits, and red flags your provider may not be telling you about, so you can make informed, powerful decisions in labor: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/pitocin Join The Birth Lounge for judgment-free, evidence-based childbirth education from HeHe that shows you exactly how to navigate hospital policies, avoid unnecessary interventions, and have a trauma-free labor experience, all while feeling wildly supported every step of the way: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/ Want prep delivered straight to your phone? Download The Birth Lounge App for bite-sized birth and postpartum tools you can use anytime, anywhere: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/app-download-page LINKS MENTIONED: Hear HeHe's birth story here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=noh5eFpCFcs Check out the Secret Sauce to Pushing here: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/SSP Data on Laboring Down and The Early Pushing Urge:  https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2019/02/approaches-to-limit-intervention-during-labor-and-birth https://www.lamaze.org/Connecting-the-Dots/new-research-states-laboring-down-with-an-epidural-shows-no-benefits https://evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-birthing-positions/ https://www.ajog.org/article/S0002-9378(21)00708-0/fulltext https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD009124.pub3/full For a breakdown of the data, be sure to download The Birth Lounge App. 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, we're joined by the one, the only, Katie Crenshaw - PSI's Brand & Integrated Marketing Manager - to chat all about Maternal Mental Health Month 2026. We'll cover the need-to-know details: what Maternal Mental Health Month is, why awareness matters, how you can get involved, and of course, all of our other burning questions. We'll talk about PSI's Connect the Dots campaign, the power of storytelling, and how sharing real experiences can help reduce stigma, build connection, and even save lives. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode spotlighting Maternal Mental Health Month 2026.MMH Month 2026Campaign Creator KitThe Blue Dot Project's InstagramInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for pro...

The one and only Randall Carlson joins us to discuss lunar mysteries, sacred geometry, ancient architecture, energy sources of the ancients, and more! This is the first half of a very long conversation we had with Randall, so look for Part 2 next week. You can support us through Paypal or Patreon by going to our website here: https://www.brothersoftheserpent.com/support   You can find Randall's Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@TheRandallCarlson⁩  And his website here: https://randallcarlson.com/   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Reunion 03:03 The Significance of 108 in Astronomy 06:01 Ancient Civilizations and Advanced Knowledge 09:03 Mass Extinctions and Civilization Cycles 12:00 The Younger Dryas and Its Impact 14:59 The Holocene and Climate Stability 18:02 Plato, Atlantis, and Historical Correlations 21:09 Geological Insights of the Finger Lakes 26:31 The Impact of Glacial Activity 32:41 Exploring Ancient Civilizations and Catastrophes 39:12 The Intersection of Technology and Spirituality 44:00 Preserving Civilization's Legacy 46:53 Cosmic Catastrophes and Human Survival 48:12 Breakaway Civilizations and Energy Sources 49:21 Recognizing Ancient Technologies 52:51 Gobekli Tepe and Ancient Civilizations 56:14 The Vajra: Symbol of Power and Technology 01:08:18 Symbolism and Meaning in Mythology 01:09:30 Decoding Ancient Symbols 01:10:32 Mithras and the Sun God 01:12:08 Myths as Encoded Knowledge 01:13:34 Universal Traditions and Catastrophism 01:15:59 Survival and Strategic Planning in Myths 01:18:07 Indigenous Flood Myths and Forewarnings 01:19:50 Forensic Analysis of Ancient Events 01:22:11 Preserving Knowledge Through the Stars 01:25:15 Connecting the Dots of Ancient Wisdom 01:28:44 Plasma Technology and Ancient Knowledge 01:32:55 The Intersection of Science and Mythology

You've probably experienced this…You had a plan.You were focused.You were doing everything “right.”And then suddenly…not yet.Everything shifted.Things slowed down.Or stopped altogether.And just like that, what once felt clear… now feels a little uncertain.It's frustrating.It's confusing.And if you're honest, it can make you question everything.In this episode of Dr. Davina's Dots, we slow things down and take a different look at interruptions.What if they're not stopping you…but redirecting you?Through calming reflections and relaxing jazz, this episode creates space for you to pause, breathe, and reconsider the moments that didn't go as planned.Because sometimes it's not about staying on track.It's about learning how to adjust when the track changes.And that ability, to adapt, to shift, to keep moving forward in a new way, might matter more than getting it “right” the first time.If you've ever felt thrown off course, delayed, or unsure why things didn't work out the way you expected…this episode is your reminder:An interruption doesn't mean the dream is over.It might just mean there's another way forward. Musical selections include Peace-Chester Andrews Cant hide love Carl Evans Jr There is nothing like you Pavel & Ricky Global warning Mike Murray Nairobi Mr. Horn feat Nils & Ragan Whiteside Crown Royal Jeanette Harris Forever in Love Kostantin Klashtorni I know Mark Carter My Desire Nathan Mitchell Secret Sauce Lowell Harper Slow Down Herb Albert The perfect love Pamela Williams If today's reflection resonated with you, you'll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you're navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.comUntil next time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You've probably caught yourself thinking…“If only someone would help me…”“If only someone believed in me…”“If only someone would show me what to do…”So you wait.For the right person.The right moment.The right sign.But while you're waiting… you feel stuck.Second-guessing yourself.Looking everywhere for answers… except within.In this episode of Dr. Davina's Dots, we slow things down and gently shift that perspective.What if the person you've been waiting for…is already here?What if it's you! Through calming reflections and relaxing jazz, this episode creates space for you to pause, breathe, and reconnect with something you may have been overlooking, your own voice, your own wisdom, your own next step.Because you don't need all the answers to move forward.You just need the next one.And maybe… you already have it.If you've been searching for direction, waiting for clarity, or hoping someone would come along and change things for you…this episode is your reminder:You might be the one.And that means you don't have to wait anymore. Musical Selections include In the Day Lin Roundtree It might be you Dave Koz Just to be loved The Braxton Brothers Metamorphosis James PJ Spraggins (feat. Phil Davis) Moms Biscuits Everett B Walters Afterglow Tory Harris Just ride J White Mine Judah Sealy Now Merlon Devine Remind me (feat Patrice Rushen) Elevation Tony Craddock (feat Daniel Weatherspoon) Romance the Rain Julian Vaughn Positive Vibe Pamela Williams Just cant stop Paula Atherton Patrick Bradley featuring Darren Rahn If today's reflection resonated with you, you'll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you're navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.comUntil next time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maybe you've told yourself…“I'll feel better when things settle down.”“I'll be grateful when everything finally comes together.”But somehow, that moment never really comes.There's always something unfinished.Something that could be better.Something that still feels uncertain.And without realizing it, you end up living in a constant state of almost...almost content, almost at peace, almost able to breathe.In this episode of Dr. Davina's Dots, we slow things down and look at gratitude in a different way.Not as something you wait for…but something you choose, right in the middle of real life.Through gentle reflections and calming jazz, this episode creates space for you to pause and notice what's already good… even if everything isn't perfect.If you've been waiting for life to feel “right” before you let yourself feel grateful…this episode is your reminder:There is something to be grateful forRight now.All you have to do… is notice. Musical selections include Bryan Anderson Groove Café Summer's End Paul Taylor Your Move Brendan Rothwell Start Again Steve Wealth You've already won Beth Griffith-Manley Sunshine Carl Stanley (feat. Darrell Crooks) Hang in there-Darryl Evans Jones Stay with me tonight Jackiem Joyner Still here with you Dominic Amato Jay Wonderful Stepping up Breath of Fresh Air, Moore Twins Tranquility Paul Whitley Darren Jacobus It is well with my soul X-centric Marshall Charloff feat Gerald Albright If today's reflection resonated with you, you'll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you're navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.comUntil next time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Dr. Davina's Dots you're invited to slow down, pause, breathe, and remember that balance begins within. Life is made of small, precious moments. Don't let the hustle steal them. Pull up a chair. Take a breath and sit back and relax. Musical selections include Equality featuring mark Kibble & Deveron Patterson Bright moments ahead -Michael Ross The healing Tree Sam Levine (Brentwood Jazz ft Paula Chavis Two rivers Yulia Petrova Euro Nights Paolo Rustichelli In the Moment (Brien Andrews feat. West Byrd & Kelley O'Neal) Antoine Knight Infatuation (Radio Edit) Close to You Jesse Thompson (feat Justin Young) Grace Nelson Rangell Jubilee Skinny Hightower feat Julian Vaugn Utopia Andre Ward Rio Drive Gregg Karukas If today's reflection resonated with you, you'll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you're navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.comUntil next time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our story tonight is called Connect the Dots, and it's a story about a moment carved out of the afternoon and a method to reorder a busy mind. It's also about raindrops and a birdbath, a clear spot at the kitchen table with enough light to see by, dots and lines and not having to decide. Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us.

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