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    Human Capital Innovations (HCI) Podcast
    Performance Management, Workplace Dynamics, and Employer Liabilities, with Mark F. Kluger

    Human Capital Innovations (HCI) Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 24:34


    In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with performance management, workplace dynamics, and employer liabilities. Mark F. Kluger practices exclusively in the area of labor and employment law on behalf of employers. For ten years, before founding Kluger Healey, LLC, he was Chairman of the Labor and Employment Department of one of New Jersey's oldest law firms. Mark is a frequent speaker and writer on sexual harassment and discrimination avoidance, workplace diversity, performance management, union avoidance, and a myriad of other employment-related subjects and regularly conducts training sessions for employers on these critical topics. In addition, Mark has extensive experience in counseling employers on issues involving discipline and discharge, reductions in force, mergers and acquisitions, compliance with wage and hour, disability, COBRA, and family and medical leave laws. He regularly drafts all forms of employment policies and handbooks, severance agreements, employment contracts, non-competition and confidentiality agreements, and affirmative action plans. Mark also represents employers in collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, NLRB proceedings, and picket line issues. Mark graduated from Vassar College in 1984 and Cornell University Law School in 1987. He was an Adjunct Professor at Seton Hall Law School from 1991-1996 and served as a member and President of the Board of Education in North Caldwell, New Jersey from 2002-2008. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!

    NTD Evening News
    NTD Evening News Full Broadcast (Dec. 9)

    NTD Evening News

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 42:45


    President Donald Trump is in Pennsylvania tonight, touting his administration's economic message. It's the first of several domestic trips the White House is planning around what it sees as a defining issue in next year's midterms.The Supreme Court today heard a high-profile case on campaign financing. Vice President JD Vance is among those challenging limits on how much party committees can spend in coordination with candidates. Meanwhile, the Department of Education announced a settlement agreement to end a student loan forgiveness program launched under President Joe Biden.As Australia becomes the world's first country to ban social media for children under 16, lawmakers and experts on Capitol Hill held a hearing today on protecting minors from online predators. They warn that criminals are getting bolder, more brazen, and harder to track.

    FAIR News Weekly
    FAIR Files OCR Complaint Against North Thurston Public Schools for Racial Discrimination

    FAIR News Weekly

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 12:31


    Pod Save the People
    Gotta Read the Fine Print...

    Pod Save the People

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 59:42


    Dollar stores are caught quietly overcharging the very communities they claim to serve, a failed psychology essay at the University of Oklahoma ignites a national debate over religious discrimination, and CNN's new partnership with a prediction market raises fresh questions about where journalism ends and gambling begins. NewsHow the dollar-store industry overcharges cash-strapped customers while promising low pricesOU essay sparks religious discrimination debate: What we knowKalshi to become CNN's official prediction market partner Follow @PodSaveThePeople on Instagram.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Unbeatable Mind Podcast with Mark Divine
    Navy SEAL Health Performance Specialist Reveals The One Secret Elite Performers Never Talk About

    The Unbeatable Mind Podcast with Mark Divine

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 65:13


    Most people think performance is about more reps, more data, more tech, or more intensity. But according to human performance educator Rob Wilson, the truth is far more uncomfortable: most elite performers don't actually understand their own bodies, identities, or inner signals—and it's costing them years of longevity, clarity, and resilience.In this powerful conversation, Mark Divine and Rob Wilson break down the real keys to performance longevity, emotional resilience, identity beyond your job title, and why self-awareness is the most underrated skill in elite sport, tactical teams, and everyday life.From breathwork, interoception, and spinal health… to transitions out of high-status careers… to the hidden dangers of burnout and tech dependency… this episode explores the deep work behind staying healthy, powerful, and fully human in a high-performance world.If you're an athlete, coach, operator, or leader who wants to sustain excellence without breaking your body, mind, or identity—this conversation will shift how you train, lead, and live.In this episode, you'll learn:1. Why high performers must become “problem seekers,” not just problem solvers2. How to become the observer of your own training instead of a consumer of metrics3. Why tech overload is weakening self-awareness and decision-making4. How breathwork and spinal health unlock long-term resilience5. Why identity collapse affects elite operators and athletes after transition6. How emotional intelligence amplifies performance and protects mental health7. What it really takes to prevent burnout and injury in high-stress environments8. Why ancient mind-body practices still outperform the newest fitness techJoin The Unbeatable Tribe on SkoolA leadership community for high performers who want to grow with purpose, courage, and accountability.https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/aboutSubscribe to Mark's Leadership & Mental Toughness NewsletterWeekly insights to help you build elite resilience, discipline, and clarity.https://markdivine.com/newsletterRob Links:Website: https://www.wilsonhealthandperformance.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecheckenginelight/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-wilson-929b6a152Simplifaster.com: https://simplifaster.com/articles/author/robwilson/Mark Links: Website: https://markdivine.comThe Unbeatable Tribe: https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/aboutDivine Inspiration Newsletter: https://markdivine.com/newsletterYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@markdivineofficial/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdivineofficialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdivine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markdivineofficial/Subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/@markdivineofficial for more inspiring conversations on leadership, growth, and impact.Rate and review the show to help us reach more listeners.Share your thoughts and takeaways in the comments!#MarkDivine #RobWilson #HumanPerformance #EliteTraining #PerformanceLongevity #MentalToughness #Breathwork #Interoception #IdentityShift #LeadershipDevelopment #SpecialOperations #PeakPerformance #MindBodyTraining #ResilienceBuilding #UnbeatableMindTimestamps00:00 Introduction and Current Focus00:26 Health Monitoring Technology Debate01:02 Welcome to the Mark Divine Show01:31 Rob Wilson's Background and Achievements02:52 Challenges of Transitioning from Military Life07:21 The Importance of Pre-Resilience Training13:04 The Role of Education in Strength and Conditioning21:48 Breath Control and Interoception34:02 Understanding Contextual Shifts in Health and Longevity34:39 Injury and Burnout in High-Performance Environments35:27 The Complex System of Human Stress Load36:48 Emotional and Mental Health in Elite Performers44:20 The Importance of Empathy and Emotional Regulation48:34 Meditation and Breath Work for Integrated Health55:18 Writing and Publishing Insights01:04:21 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    The Long and The Short Of It

    In Pete's version of an episode about running, he noodles with Jen about the idea of cadence, and how to break our routines projects into smaller steps.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What does "cadence" mean, and how might we apply the idea to our everyday lives?Why is it better to not rush to the finish line, either while running or working? How might we return to the basics in our work and creative processes?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O' Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

    Nailed It Ortho
    117 Lumbar Interbody Fusion explained: OLIF, XLIF, PLIF w/ Dr. Zhang pt 2

    Nailed It Ortho

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 34:54


    PART 2I n this episode, we're joined by Dr. Andrew Zhang, and we explore Lumbar Interbody fusion. We discuss indications, relevant anatomy, differences between ALIF, OLIF, XLIF, + much much more.   Dr. Zhang is a board-certified, dual fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery. He has a clinical interest in treating complex spinal deformity in adult and pediatric patients, including scoliosis and kyphosis, as well as robotic surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and the latest technology such as endoscopic spine surgery. His patient-centered approach involves empowering patients by educating them on their individual spinal conditions and developing a specific evidence-based treatment plan together with them as if they were his own family members. Dr. Zhang also has a particular interest in teaching residents and medical students and is actively involved in several research studies. He has been published in numerous peer-reviewed scientific journals and textbooks, and he has presented posters and on podiums at several national and international conferences. Dr. Zhang earned dual undergraduate degrees in biology and economics with highest honors from The George Washington University and obtained his medical degree with distinction in research from the same institution. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Louisiana State University. He then completed an advanced spine fellowship at Brown University, followed by additional spine training at Yale University and the Shriners Hospitals for Children in Philadelphia and Shreveport. Dr. Zhang completed a second fellowship in advanced adult and pediatric comprehensive spine surgery at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University/Cornell University, training with the world's foremost experts in spine surgery. He served as an Assistant Attending and Postdoctoral Clinical Fellow at Columbia University's Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons as well as a Clinical Instructor of Orthopedic Surgery in Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College. His higher education culminated in graduating with distinction from the Surgical Leadership Program at Harvard University. Prior to joining Penn Medicine, Dr. Zhang was the Chief of Adult and Pediatric Orthopaedic Spine Surgery, as well as an Assistant Professor and the Associate Program Director to the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. Education and training Medical School: George Washington University Residency: Montefiore Medical Center Residency: Louisiana State University Hospital Fellowship: Brown University Fellowship: NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center Fellowship: Harvard University Goal of episode: To develop a baseline knowledge of Lumbar Interbody Fusion In this episode, we cover a wide array of topics including: Lumbar interbody fusion vs posterolateral fusion indications for interbody fusion danger and surgical pearls for ALIF, OLIF, XLIF, PLIF pertininent lumbar spine surgical anatomy 

    The Daily Mastery Podcast by Robin Sharma
    Install the Sunday Ritual of Strategic Time Blocking

    The Daily Mastery Podcast by Robin Sharma

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 3:59 Transcription Available


    Learn the power of weekly scheduling in a most unique way to structure amazing days that become amazing weeks, quarters and years. Your schedule doesn't lie and the things that get scheduled are the things that get done.My latest book “The Wealth Money Can't Buy” is full of fresh ideas and original tools that I'm absolutely certain will cause quantum leaps in your positivity, productivity, wellness, and happiness. You can order it now by clicking here.FOLLOW ROBIN SHARMA:InstagramFacebookXYouTube

    The Drew Mariani Show
    Financial Secrets and Coddling Gen Z

    The Drew Mariani Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 49:12


    Hour 1 for 12/9/25 Doug Hinderer joined the show to talk about financial secrets in marriage (5:52) Later on, Dr. Leonard Sax discussed the coddling of Gen Z and how to fix that. (27:04) Callers share their thoughts about Education and the schooling system. (44:00) Resources: https://www.leonardsax.com/ Happymarriageforlife.com

    Fitt Insider
    318. Jannine Versi, Co-Founder & CEO of Elektra Health

    Fitt Insider

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 37:16


    Today, I'm joined by Jannine Versi, co-founder & CEO of Elektra Health. Transforming menopause care at scale, Elektra Health partners with 40+ health plans to provide evidence-based virtual support through clinical visits, coaching, and community. In this episode, we discuss building the infrastructure for women's midlife and aging care. We also cover: Developing patient trust for the long term  Entering health plans with data-driven ROI The future of value-based care and women's health  Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast  Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe  Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider   Elektra's Website: www.elektrahealth.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elektrahealth/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elektrahealth  - The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart fitness ecosystem for fitness and health facilities. Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/  Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/  Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/   Chapters:  (00:00) Introduction  (01:50) Jannine's background (02:30) Elektra Health's origin story (03:45) Early telemedicine adoption (05:00) Evolution of menopause awareness and conversation (06:00) Expanding health plan partnerships  (06:40) Education and community platform strategy  (09:00) Building a digital home for menopause content  (10:30) Meeting patients where they are in their journey  (12:40) Platform architecture (14:15) Complex patient journeys across clinical and coaching  (16:10) Long-term patient relationship and trust-building  (18:35) Access as the core challenge in women's midlife health  (19:25) Breaking into health plan partnerships  (21:00) Employer demand driving health plan adoption  (22:20) Proving clinical and financial value  (24:20) The women's health conversation and stigma  (25:10) Longitudinal aging care  (27:30) Value-based care and the future of women's health  (28:55) Product roadmap (32:00) Mainstreaming menopause and midlife health topics  (33:45) Oscar Health partnership (35:30) Evidence-based approach without product monetization  (36:20) Conclusion  

    Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
    Grade 1 View – Ep. 27 – Financial Impact of the Big Beautiful Bill on CRNAs

    Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 44:04


    The “Big Beautiful Bill” has created some concerns in the nurse anesthesia community, especially for future CRNAs who were left wondering what it means for their education, their financial reality, and the future of the profession. In this special episode of Grade 1 View, Greg Collins, DNP, CRNA and Michelle Canale, DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA join Olivia and Kevin to break down what the Department of Education's proposed borrowing caps really mean. They explain why the issue goes far beyond degree nomenclature, why CRNA education is so costly to deliver, and how the new limits could create barriers for students who simply cannot work during training. This latest legislation is just another reminder that advocacy for our profession is as important as ever. Current and future CRNAs need to be proactive in voicing their concerns and participating in advocacy efforts, and the AANA is there to help provide updates and actionable steps to help you stay informed and involved. Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

    Student Loan Planner
    IBR Problems and How to Fix Them

    Student Loan Planner

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 17:39


    Income-Based Repayment has turned into a maze for a lot of borrowers, from unexpected forbearances to confusing "partial financial hardship" determinations that don't add up. Learn why so many borrowers are stuck in SAVE forbearance, what's really going on with IBR denials, and what the Department of Education says it's going to fix by early 2026. We'll also talk about new proposed borrowing limits, how they could reshape entire professions, and what that might mean for your salary, PSLF strategy, and long-term plan. Key moments: (02:17) What "partial financial hardship" actually means — and when it shouldn't block IBR (05:29) The out-of-cycle rulemaking session and why 2026 could bring sweeping IDR changes (06:36) Why proposed borrowing caps could upend grad and professional programs (11:31) The ripple effects on earnings, PSLF planning, and long-term loan strategy (14:02) What might trigger Congress to rewrite the rules again before 2028 Resource mentioned: Apply for or recertify income-driven repayment   Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Amazon Music Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts  Subscribe to the newsletter Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan Get profession-specific financial planning Do you have a question about student loans? Leave us a voicemail here or email us at help@studentloanplanner.com and we might feature it in an upcoming show!

    Teacher, Let Your Light Shine! Start a Micro-School, Learning Pod or Tutoring Business, Make Money Homeschooling, Homeschool
    Ep 398: When the Dream Isn't Big Enough Anymore? What It Really Means to ReDream Education and How it Impacts YOU as a Teacher

    Teacher, Let Your Light Shine! Start a Micro-School, Learning Pod or Tutoring Business, Make Money Homeschooling, Homeschool

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 29:10 Transcription Available


    When I started my microschool at my dining room table with six children during the pandemic, I thought that was the dream. I thought my purpose was simply to create a safe space for a handful of kids while the world felt uncertain. What I didn't realize then—what I can see so clearly now—is that the school I started wasn't the dream. It was the seed of the dream. And seeds always know how to become more. In this episode, I'm sharing what it truly means to ReDream your life, your school, and your purpose as a teacher, leader, or future microschool founder. This conversation is deeply personal and sets the stage for the historic transition happening in Episode 400—from Teacher Let Your Light Shine to the new movement: ReDream Education. Over the last year, I have been in a constant process of ReDreaming. I've redreamed my school model. I've redreamed how I support neurodivergent and gifted students. I've redreamed how I coach teachers, founders, and educational leaders. I've redreamed the entire way I serve this community. And this episode is where I reveal the truth: A dream is innocent—but a ReDream is informed. A ReDream is the evolution that happens when your dream grows bigger than the place it started. WHAT I SHARE IN THIS EPISODE

    Trending In Education
    Seeing AI Through an Anthropological Lens with Dr. Adam Gamwell the Founder of Anthrocurious

    Trending In Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 36:51


    Dr. Adam Gamwell returns to Trending in Education to explore the evolving collision of anthropology, artificial intelligence, and the human experience. Since his last appearance in 2019, the technological landscape has seen seismic transformations—from the pandemic to the explosion of generative AI. Host Mike Palmer and Adam discuss why the anthropological imagination is more critical than ever for navigating these changes. Adam details his transition from predicting trends to actively building AI tools with his organizations, Anthrocurious and Clueful. He argues that anthropologists must move beyond critique and become makers to ensure human context remains central to technological development. The conversation spans the fragmentation of modern culture, the "Prometheus moment" of AI adoption, and the challenge of maintaining epistemic security in an era of digital exhaust and "AI slop." Mike and Adam also tackle the personal side of the equation: parenting and education. They discuss the atrophy of critical thinking skills, the insights Western parents can learn from Maya and Inuit child-rearing practices, and the importance of designing "socio-petal" technologies that bring people together rather than driving them apart. Key Takeaways: Anthropologists as Builders: Adam emphasizes the need for social scientists to get their hands dirty with code. By moving from pure critique to "vibe coding" and software development, anthropologists can bake human context and ethics into AI tools from the ground up. The Fragmentation of Culture: The internet and algorithmic feeds have fractured the monoculture into isolated microcultures. Understanding this landscape requires using the very tools—AI and large-scale data analysis—that helped create the fragmentation in the first place. Critical Thinking as Muscle Memory: Just as language acquisition changes after age five, critical thinking is a skill that can atrophy without practice. Over-reliance on generative AI in education risks weakening the cognitive muscles students need to evaluate truth and context. Ancient Wisdom for Modern Parenting: Adam and Mike discuss the book Hunt, Gather, Parent and how indigenous practices of patience and autonomy offer a counter-narrative to the high-control, high-anxiety style of Western parenting in a digital age. Why You Should Listen: This episode offers a refreshing departure from the standard "robots will take our jobs" narrative. Instead, it provides a grounded, human-centric framework for understanding how we co-evolve with our tools. Whether you are an educator worried about AI plagiarism, a parent navigating screen time, or a tech enthusiast interested in how "thick data" can improve large language models, Adam's insights bridge the gap between high-level academic theory and the practical realities of daily life. If you enjoy this conversation, please like, follow, and share Trending in Education wherever you get your podcasts. Timestamps: [00:00] Intro and welcome back to Dr. Adam Gamwell. [02:40] From predicting the future to building software: Anthropology meets AI. [07:45] Robots, agentic AI, and keeping humans in the loop. [11:00] Taste, community, and the human elements AI cannot automate. [13:30] Cultural fragmentation and the challenge of sensemaking. [21:10] The atrophy of critical thinking and the "training wheels" problem. [27:00] Parenting in the digital age: Lessons from Hunt, Gather, Parent. [34:00] "Socio-petal" vs. "Socio-fugal" technologies: Designing for connection. [36:00] Mindshare and Klu: Making academic research accessible to business. [41:00] Conclusion and takeaways.

    Transforming The Toddler Years - Conscious Moms Raising World & Kindergarten Ready Kids

    Want to raise a child that is truly grateful and generous?In this episode, I explore how giving and receiving are the two sides of the coin of gratitude and thankfulness. I share a recent example of teaching kids to give and how the lesson does not settle in our kids' souls unless we tap into their feelings and the emotions around it. Ready to take the next step?Check out my short video training, where I guide you through the process of writing your personalized mission statement for raising and to teaching extraordinary human beings. Find all the details⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠December 9, 2025Episode 297Teaching Toddlers How to Give and ReceiveAbout Your Host: Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed. is a mom or three, early childhood author, parent educator, and founder of Core4Parenting. A former preschool and kindergarten teacher with degrees in ASL, Linguistics, and Education, she created the Collaborative Parenting Methodology™ to help parents, caregivers, and educators understand the power of intentional language in shaping a child's identity, confidence, and future success.As host of the top-ranking podcast Transforming the Toddler Years, Cara blends science and soul to show adults how to “talk to kids before they can talk back,” turning tantrums into teachable moments and everyday challenges into opportunities for connection. She is also the author of the forthcoming book Talk to Them Early and Often, a guide for raising emotionally intelligent kids who thrive in school and life.Be the First to Know When Talk to Them Early and Often is Available For Preorder. Get on the list⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Interested in being a guest on the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Complete the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Application form⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Armstrong & Getty Podcast
    Once You Get Past The Vomiting, It's Liberating!

    Armstrong & Getty Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 38:40


    Hour 2 of A&G features... Lacking in remedial math skills & bloody Christmas movies Education tech Paramount/Warner Bros/Netflix bid & the movie industry How people spent their time See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Leave Your Mark
    The Art and Science of Change: Chris Gaurin on Modern Performance Therapy

    Leave Your Mark

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 55:15


    Send us a textThis week, I sit down with Chris Gaurin.  Chris is a San Diego–based performance therapist whose unique journey blends athletic performance, rehabilitation, education, and artistic storytelling. Growing up in a deeply creative family of musicians and writers, Chris sees movement as a universal language—an expression of human potential.After developing an early passion for training during his high-school football years, Chris spent over a decade navigating the fitness and performance world. His path included mentorship from industry leaders, immersion in corporate wellness environments, and hands-on experience collaborating with speed and performance specialists.As a Director of Education, Chris has taught and mentored practitioners at multiple levels, and has spoken for organizations including Google, where he makes complex performance principles accessible and actionable.His evolution from fitness coach to integrative therapist led him into the clinical setting as a San Diego referral for the Postural Restoration Institute. Today, Chris works to blend manual therapy, neuromechanics, and athlete-driven change into a non-siloed model of performance care—grounded in curiosity, informed by neuroscience, and shaped by his creative approach to learning and teaching.Enjoy!If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success:www.ReconditioningHQ.comwww.FreePainGuide.com

    Fueling Creativity in Education
    World Building in Education: Game-Based Learning with Stephen Slota & Trent Hergenrader

    Fueling Creativity in Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 50:45


    What if students saw themselves not just as learners, but as world builders, empowered to design, problem-solve, and imagine new possibilities through playful learning? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cindy Burnett and Dr. Matthew Warwood dive into the dynamic potential of game-based learning and world-building with guests Stephen Slota and Trent Hergenrader. Together, they unpack how treating students as designers—rather than passive recipients of information—fosters creativity, critical thinking, and authentic engagement. Drawing from their experiences as educators and co-authors of The World Building Workshop, Stephen Slota and Trent Hergenrader share insights on leveraging narrative, choice, and playful contexts to deepen learning, regardless of technology access or subject area. The conversation explores the difference between true game-based learning and surface-level gamification, emphasizing the power of agency, narrative, and exploring “messy,” real-world problems. Listeners will gain practical insights on aligning classroom activities with learning goals, infusing creativity, and adopting a facilitator mindset. Whether you're game-curious or an experienced educator, this episode highlights how world building can transform classrooms—and help students make meaningful connections to their own lives.   Guest Bios Stephen Slota Stephen Slota is an educational technologist, learning theorist, and interactive storyteller. He has directed major projects for organizations like CVS Health, Pfizer, and Arizona State University, where he explores how game mechanics and narratives can enhance engagement, creativity, and learning. A former high school biology teacher, Stephen Slota draws on years of classroom experience and research at the University of Connecticut to promote playful learning as a transformative tool in education.   Trent Hergenrader Trent Hergenrader is an Associate Professor of English and Creative Writing, and Director of the Center for World Building and Storytelling at Rochester Institute of Technology. He's the co-editor of "Creative Writing in the Digital Age" and "Creative Writing Innovations," and author of "Collaborative World Building for Writers and Gamers." Trent Hergenrader integrates fiction writing, role-playing, and collaborative design to help students view learning as a creative, participatory process. For more resources and to connect with the guests, visit theworldbuildingworkshop.com.   Be sure to subscribe on your favorite platform and sign up for our Extra Fuel newsletter for more resources and inspiration. Visit FuelingCreativityPodcast.com for more information or email us at questions@fuelingcreativitypodcast.com.

    The Steve Gruber Show
    Rhyen Staley | Defending Education: How Schools Are Shaping Political Agendas

    The Steve Gruber Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 11:00


    Rhyen Staley, father, longtime coach and educator, and Director of Research at Defending Education, joins The Steve Gruber Show to expose what he calls the radical pipeline turning America's teachers into activists. Staley breaks down how educational programs, curriculum choices, and professional development are increasingly encouraging political advocacy in schools, often at the expense of core teaching and student learning. He also discusses the broader cultural and societal impact of this trend, why parents should be vigilant, and what educators, policymakers, and communities can do to reclaim education for its intended purpose, preparing students, not promoting ideology.

    Cancer Buzz
    CAR T-Cell Therapy Insights from the Field

    Cancer Buzz

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 6:03


    CAR T-cell therapy is a potentially life-saving treatment for patients with certain hematologic malignancies. Yet, the logistical challenges and the need for specialized management of adverse events have limited its availability in community settings. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Jeremy M. Pantin, MD, FACP, clinical director of the Adult Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program at TriStar Centennial Medical Center, part of the Sarah Cannon Transplant and Cellular Therapy Network. Dr. Pantin discusses the cancer center's community-based, outpatient model, impact on outcomes for patients with hematologic malignancies, and shares his perspective on future changes needed to help further expand access to CAR T-cell therapy.     "Education of community oncology staff at their offices—coordinators, nurses, physicians, advanced practice providers—also goes a long way in helping facilitate patients to be recognized when they are candidates for cell therapy." - Jeremy M. Pantin, MD, FACP "It did not matter the distance to the center; did not matter the socioeconomic background. Many of the other factors one would think would lead to decreased access, we did not find among our centers. It was really the delay from consult to treatment." - Jeremy M. Pantin, MD, FACP    Guest:                  Jeremy M. Pantin, MD, FACP Clinical Director, Adult Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program Sarah Cannon Transplant and Cellular Therapy Network At TriStar Centennial Medical Center Nashville, TN   Resources: Bringing CAR T-Cell Therapies to Community Oncology   Outpatient Administration of Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-Cell Therapy Using Remote Patient Monitoring   FDA Eliminates Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) for Autologous Chimeric Antigen Receptor CAR T cell Immunotherapies

    Living Life... Like It Matters Podcast
    LIM Radio s10e49 Paradigm Is A Bunch of BS

    Living Life... Like It Matters Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 45:44


    Do you ever wonder why it is so hard to change? Have you ever wondered why even after you committed to change, you struggle? Today on Like It Matters Radio Mr. Black is going to cover the structure and power of our Belief Systems. Everything we do, or do not do, is driven by a belief. Your brain is not fixed. Your beliefs are not permanent. Your paradigm should not be a prison! A paradigm is a pattern of thinking, a system of lower-level beliefs that construct a structure that has power to build or destroy, to construct or to destruct! Listeners of today’s hour of power will receive an understanding of some of the WHYs and HOWs of what we do. Mr. Black will go over the logical levels of change- the structure of our experience. Listeners will hear about Viktor Frankl, Alfred Adler, Robert Dilts, and Donald Hebb. Listeners will learn about Neuro Linguistic Programming, Neuroscience, paradigms and the structure of beliefs. Mr. Black will also be joined by a graduate of Leadership Awakening from 3 years ago, who talks about the change that happened in class 3 years ago and that has grown into an incredibly changed life! Mr. Black will share his expertise of working in the human potential field for over 32 years. Mr. Black says, “if you have a WHY, then all you need is an understanding of the HOW. That is what I bring to you, your people and your organization- the power of People knowledge and People skill”. Tune into Like it Matters Radio for an hour of Power where listeners can expect: Inspiration, Education and Application and reminded- When you live life, LIKE IT MATTERS- it does! Be sure to Like and Follow us on our facebook page!www.facebook.com/limradio Instagram @likeitmattersradioTwitter @likeitmatters Get daily inspiration from our blog www.wayofwarrior.blog Learn about our non profit work at www.givelikeitmatters.com Check out our training website www.LikeItMatters.Net Always available online at www.likeitmattersradio.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Kevin Dairaghi Show
    78. Figure It Out! Rob Heyder on scaling up, scaling down and keeping going when most people quit.

    The Kevin Dairaghi Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 63:43


    Work with Kevin to get the confidence to build the life you want. - - - - - The One with Rob Heyder In this conversation, Kevin Dairaghi interviews Rob Heyder, a successful real estate entrepreneur, about his journey from residential to commercial real estate. They discuss the challenges of property management, the importance of systems in business, and the impact of market changes. Rob shares insights on scaling a business, the role of mentorship, and the significance of having a strategic plan. He emphasizes the need for a strong support network and the value of learning from experiences. The conversation also touches on the future of real estate, including the integration of AI and the importance of financial preparedness. 00:00 Introduction 02:46 From Residential to Commercial Real Estate 05:51 Challenges of Commercial Property Management 09:05 Scaling Up in Real Estate 12:05 The Importance of Systems in Real Estate 15:00 Navigating Market Changes 17:52 The Role of Education and Mentorship 21:01 Forging Moments in Real Estate Career 23:59 The Impact of AI on Real Estate 26:51 Advice to My Younger Self 47:12 Strategic Thinking and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs 49:42 Finding Motivation in Challenging Times 52:05 The Importance of Learning from Mistakes 53:46 Scaling Up and Down in Business 56:09 Navigating Financial Strategies in Real Estate 01:07:42 Innovative Approaches to Commercial Real Estate 01:10:40 Building a Unique Coaching Program Kevin is definitely available for more MC and speaking opportunities. Have a group, you'd like him to speak to - Your kid's team? Your team? Your church? Just ask us! New linktree: linktr.ee/kevindairaghi Limited Time Offering for Self-Guided Roadmap Course --> Follow linktree ^ & Use Code: RUCRAZYKEVIN2025 House Buying Website: www.RestoreSTL.com Connect with Kevin Dairaghi! Website: www.kevindairaghi.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kdairaghi Instagram: @thekevindairaghishow Facebook: www.facebook.com/kdairaghi Get free access to some of the tools we talked about at www.kevindairaghi.com/tools You are who you surround yourself with. Join the Tribe! RATE & REVIEW this episode on Apple and Spotify. SHARE this episode with someone who needs it! A huge thank you to our sponsors: Lois Mans with Farmers Insurance - Insurance! ‭(314) 283-1981‬ Greg Mans with Upright Construction - Roofs! (314) 374-1343‬ Adam Droege with CRS Realty - Property Management! (314) 325-8328 Jason Hudson with Red Maples Construction - Turnovers! (314) 312-2147 Please reach out to them - they are my real estate team! Tell them Kevin sent ya! Dealmachine Bonus: http://www.dealmachine.com/KDSHOW

    LTC University Podcast
    The Sacred Work of Hospice: Timing, Trust, and Tender Care”

    LTC University Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 31:41


    Key Takeaways1. Hospice isn't about giving up — it's about shifting the goal from cure to comfort.Most misconceptions stem from fear or lack of education. Hospice focuses on maximizing quality of life, not accelerating end of life.2. Timing matters. Early conversations lead to better experiences.Families often wait until crisis mode. Subtle changes — fatigue, weight loss, repeated hospitalizations, shifting goals — are early signs to explore hospice.3. There is an entire team behind every patient and family.Chaplains, social workers, nurses, CNAs, and physicians work together to support medical, emotional, spiritual, and logistical needs.4. Quality of life is unique to each patient.It may mean one last trip, freedom from pain, or simply being able to rest without fear. Hospice focuses on what matters most.5. Families gain relief, clarity, and peace knowing they're not alone.Hospice offers 24/7 support, education, and guidance — reducing anxiety and preventing unnecessary hospital visits.6. Eligibility is flexible and individualized.A prognosis of six months or less is a guideline, not an expiration date. A hospice RN and medical director work together to determine appropriateness based on a full clinical picture.7. Hospice allows sacred, human moments to happen.Final conversations, reconciliation, peaceful transitions — hospice creates space for these moments rather than crisis-driven chaos.8. Education is the antidote to fear.Knowledge gives families confidence, reduces guilt, and empowers them to make aligned decisions for their loved ones. www.YourHealth.Org

    Wise Decision Maker Show
    #366: From Education To Revenue With AI Agent Building

    Wise Decision Maker Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 7:15


    AI agent building turns passive learning into practical skill-building, helping associations boost member capability, deepen engagement, and unlock new revenue opportunities through hands-on, coached innovation. This is the key take-away from this episode, which talks about how AI agent building can take you from education to revenue.You can find the article that forms the basis for this episode at https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/from-education-to-revenue-with-ai-agent-building/

    The Not Old - Better Show
    Beating the Loneliness Epidemic: How ACE's Dr. Cedric Bryant and Dr. Sabrena Jo Help Us Add People to Our Years

    The Not Old - Better Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 37:42


    Beating the Loneliness Epidemic: How ACE's Dr. Cedric Bryant and Dr. Sabrena Jo Help Us Add People to Our Years Live Long Better: Not Old Better and American Council on Exercise Today's show is brought to you by Aura Frames. Aura Frames: the gift that brings your favorite holiday traditions and memories to life every day. If I told you there was a health risk that could quietly raise your chances of early death by roughly 25 to 30 percent… and it wasn't diabetes, blood pressure, or cholesterol… you'd probably lean in. According to the U.S. Surgeon General, loneliness and social isolation increase the risk of premature death by 26% and 29%, and lacking social connection can be as dangerous as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day. HHS+1 So here's the question for all of us over 60: we count our steps, we count our meds… who's helping us count our people? Welcome to Live Long Better. I'm your host, and today we're tackling the loneliness epidemic head‑on—with movement and community as the prescription Joining us are two leaders from the American Council on Exercise, or ACE. First, our ongoing member of the team, Dr. Sabrena Jo, Senior Director of Science and Education, whose work focuses on how pro‑aging, inclusive fitness and community‑based movement can turn a lonely workout into a welcoming social circle. And we're also joined by Dr. Cedric Bryant, Chief Executive Officer at ACE. Cedric spends his days at the table with organizations like the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine, championing physical activity as essential public health. ACE Fitness He's authored more than 300 articles and over 40 books, holds a doctorate in physiology from Penn State—where he received the university's Distinguished Alumni Award—and he lives the ACE mission personally with regular exercise, pickleball, golf, and even coaching youth sports. ACE Fitness Cedric often says, "Some activity is better than none, and more is better than some. Every little bit counts." ACE Fitness+1 We'll talk about how that simple idea scales up—from one older adult taking a short walk with a neighbor, to ACE's 40 Forward initiative, a 40th‑anniversary effort to "shape the future of fitness together" by building more inclusive, community‑driven opportunities to move in every kind of neighborhood. ACE Fitness+2ACE Fitness+2 If your contact list has gotten smaller while your pill organizer has gotten bigger, this episode is for you. Because today, we're not just talking about adding years to your life… we're talking about adding people to your years. Stay with us—Dr. Sabrena Jo and Dr. Cedric Bryant are coming up next.

    The Brain Candy Podcast
    968: Aphantasia, I Froze My Wife, & Stabbed in the Back! Suicide?

    The Brain Candy Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 58:23


    We got an update about "aphantasia," the condition where you cannot see mental images, and now we're wondering if we're the weird ones because the way we see the images is apparently strange??? We think we are on the precipice of a scientific discovery that will be named after us. Susie talks about a man who had his wife cryogenically frozen, but now it's awkward because he got a new girlfriend, so hopefully they don't bring the wife back to life or he's going to have a lot of explaining to do. We hear why female scuba divers are better than their male counterparts, and Sarah is soooo happy. We learn about a woman who was stabbed to death (including in the back) and authorities are still claiming it was a suicide. Predictably, Sarah's got a theory. Plus, we learn about a "reparations happy hour" where people of color drink for free thanks to donations from white people who aren't allowed to come, and we debate whether this is a good or bad idea.Brain Candy Podcast Website - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/Brain Candy Podcast Book Recommendations - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/books/Brain Candy Podcast Merchandise - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/candy-store/Brain Candy Podcast Candy Club - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/product/candy-club/Brain Candy Podcast Sponsor Codes - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/support-us/Brain Candy Podcast Social Media & Platforms:Brain Candy Podcast LIVE Interactive Trivia Nights - https://www.youtube.com/@BrainCandyPodcast/streamsBrain Candy Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastHost Susie Meister Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterHost Sarah Rice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBrain Candy Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodBrain Candy Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/braincandy (JOIN FREE - TONS OF REALITY TV CONTENT)Brain Candy Podcast Sponsors, partnerships, & Products that we love:Get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/BRAINCANDY and use code BRAINCANDYGet $10 off your first month's subscription plus free shipping when you go to https://nutrafol.com and use promo code BRAINCANDYGot to https://auraframes.com to get $35 off Aura's best-selling Carver Mat frames - named #1 by Wirecutter - by using promo code BRAINCANDY at checkout. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    The Steve Harvey Morning Show
    Uplift: Her interview explores her vision for empowering families and communities through early childhood education.

    The Steve Harvey Morning Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 34:03 Transcription Available


    Strawberry Letter
    Uplift: Her interview explores her vision for empowering families and communities through early childhood education.

    Strawberry Letter

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 34:03 Transcription Available


    American Conservative University
    The $100 Silver Window Is Almost Gone — And This Time It Won't Reopen

    American Conservative University

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 34:19


    The $100 Silver Window Is Almost Gone — And This Time It Won't Reopen Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/bXIi8jBSW6Y?si=XOflk-EgU8fzw665 Money Rewind 29 subscribers 788 views Dec 4, 2025 This documentary investigates a recurring four-stage pattern in commodity markets, analyzing its potential application to the contemporary silver market. The central thesis posits that assets historically used as money often undergo a cycle of Establishment, Manipulation, Squeeze, and eventual Break of the paper derivative market. This analysis is contextualized through an examination of current market phenomena, including significant physical silver withdrawals from COMEX vaults, the suspension of silver sales by major international banks, and the presence of market backwardation—a key indicator of acute physical demand. The narrative draws parallels to major historical precedents, including the 1980 silver crisis precipitated by the Hunt brothers, the 1971 "Nixon Shock" which severed the U.S. dollar's final link to gold, and the 2001 palladium supply shock. By dissecting silver's dual role as both a historic monetary asset and an indispensable industrial commodity facing a structural supply deficit, the film argues that the modern silver market is exhibiting classic signs of the "Squeeze" phase, signaling a potential decoupling between the price of physical metal and its paper equivalents. KEY CONCEPTS The Four-Stage Market Cycle (Establishment, Manipulation, Squeeze, Break) Physical vs. Paper Assets (Commodity vs. Derivative) Market Backwardation and Contango The Hunt Brothers & Silver Thursday (1980) The Nixon Shock & The Gold Standard (1971) Silver's Dual Demand (Monetary & Industrial) Commodity Futures Markets (COMEX) Counterparty Risk in Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) Structural Supply & Demand Deficits RESEARCH & REFERENCES GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS The Coinage Act of 1965: Public Law 89-81, which eliminated silver from the United States' circulating dime and quarter-dollar coins and reduced the silver content of the half-dollar. A Study of the Silver Futures Market: A 1982 report by the Division of Economics and Education, Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), detailing the events surrounding the 1979-1980 silver market volatility. Stock Exchange Practices: Report of the Committee on Banking and Currency (The Pecora Report), 1934: A landmark investigation into the causes of the Wall Street Crash of 1929, providing historical context on market manipulation. ACADEMIC & HISTORICAL LITERATURE A Monetary History of the United States, 1867-1960 by Milton Friedman and Anna Schwartz: A foundational text on the history of U.S. monetary policy, providing critical background for understanding the abandonment of commodity-backed currency. The New Case for Gold by James Rickards: Explores the historical role of precious metals as monetary assets and the inherent instabilities of fiat currency systems. INSTITUTIONAL REPORTS World Silver Survey: An annual report published by The Silver Institute, providing comprehensive global data on silver supply, demand, mine production, and investment trends. --------------------------------------------------------------------  Check out our ACU Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/ACUPodcast   HELP ACU SPREAD THE WORD!  Please go to Apple Podcasts and give ACU a 5 star rating. Apple canceled us and now we are clawing our way back to the top. Don't let the Leftist win. Do it now! Thanks. Also Rate us on any platform you follow us on. It helps a lot. Forward this show to friends. Ways to subscribe to the American Conservative University Podcast Click here to subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click here to subscribe via RSS You can also subscribe via Stitcher FM Player Podcast Addict Tune-in Podcasts Pandora Look us up on Amazon Prime …And Many Other Podcast Aggregators and sites ACU on Twitter- https://twitter.com/AmerConU . 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Thank you for your compassion  Giving the Gift of Freedom and Hope to the Enslaved South Sudanese -------------------------------------------------------- Food For the Poor https://foodforthepoor.org/ Help us serve the poorest of the poor Food For The Poor began in 1982 in Jamaica. Today, our interdenominational Christian ministry serves the poor in primarily 17 countries throughout the Caribbean and Latin America. Thanks to our faithful donors, we are able to provide food, housing, healthcare, education, fresh water, emergency relief, micro-enterprise solutions and much more. We are proud to have fed millions of people and provided more than 15.7 billion dollars in aid. Our faith inspires us to be an organization built on compassion, and motivated by love. Our mission is to bring relief to the poorest of the poor in the countries where we serve. We strive to reflect God's unconditional love. It's a sacrificial love that embraces all people regardless of race or religion. 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    You Are Not So Smart
    328 - Shape - Jordan Ellenberg (rebroadcast)

    You Are Not So Smart

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 70:46


    We sit down with Jordan Ellenberg, a world-class geometer, who takes us on a far-ranging exploration of the power of geometry, which turns out to help us think better about practically everythingHis writing has appeared in Slate, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, the Washington Post, and the Boston Globe, and he is the New York Times bestselling author of How Not to Be Wrong – but in this episode we will discuss his new book, Shape: The hidden geometry of information, biology, strategy, democracy and everything else.Kitted Executive AcademyJordan Ellenberg's WebsiteJordan Ellenberg's Academic WebsiteJordan Ellenberg's TwitterShapeHow Minds ChangeDavid McRaney's TwitterDavid McRaney's BlueSkyYANSS TwitterShow NotesNewsletterPatreon Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The 5 AM Miracle Podcast with Jeff Sanders
    How to Master Any New Topic in 6 Months: Revisiting the E-v-E Ratio

    The 5 AM Miracle Podcast with Jeff Sanders

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 31:17


    Episode SummaryI revisit the E-v-E Ratio (Entertainment vs. Education) and explain how to master any new topic in record time..Show Notes Pagejeffsanders.com/605.Go Premium!Exclusive bonus episodes, 100% ad-free, full back catalog, and more!Free 7-Day Trial of 5 AM Miracle Premium.Perks from Our SponsorsStuff → Get 50% off your first year with code MIRACLEClickUp → Use my code MIRACLE to get 15% off all AI add onsSolaray → Try Solaray's new Testosterone Support supplement today!.Learn More About The 5 AM MiracleThe 5 AM Miracle Podcast.Free Productivity Resources + Email Updates!Join The 5 AM Club!.The 5 AM Miracle BookAudiobook, Paperback, and Kindle.Connect on Social MediaLinkedIn • Facebook Group • Instagram.About Jeff SandersRead Jeff's Bio.Questions?Contact Jeff.© 5 AM Miracle Media, LLC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    From A to Arbitration
    The Lion's den with Director of Education Paul Boulanger

    From A to Arbitration

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 51:32


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    Those Who Can't Do
    Please Put Your Shirt Back On

    Those Who Can't Do

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 26:26


    In this episode, I'm talking about everything from a wildly out-of-place operatic performance at my dinner table… to a voice memo that had me reconsidering every teacher's unspoken job description… to the moment I accidentally confessed to a German felony because I couldn't understand what anyone was saying. And yes, there's a story in here about nipples. And lotion. And regret. Plus, I'm finally sharing the unexpected resource that has completely reshaped how I think about reading instruction… and honestly, I want to know what you think about it. Takeaways: Why context is the difference between a beautiful performance… and a crime scene. The unexpected way a Japanese festival turned one teacher into a local legend. How I found myself explaining German law at 4 AM while crying in a police station. The moment a student's “self-care routine” derailed an entire classroom. The literacy podcast that has me rethinking the way we teach reading, yes, even outside ELA. -- Teachers' night out? Yes, please! Come see comedian Educator Andrea…Get your tickets at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠teachersloungelive.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Educatorandrea.com/tickets⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for laugh out loud Education! — Don't Be Shy Come Say Hi: www.podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube: @educatorandrea A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Cloud Accounting Podcast
    Trump's Department of Education Says Accountants Aren't Professionals

    Cloud Accounting Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 63:51


    Are accountants no longer “professionals”? We unpack the DOE proposal that could slash grad loan limits—and what AICPA/NASBA plans to do about it. Plus: Deloitte's AI-made citations, EY's audit turnaround, PwC's end‑to‑end AI audit ambitions, and OpenAI's circular investment into accounting rollups. We also cover Xero's new auto‑reconcile, Intuit's small‑biz data ad play, and two practical wins: Google's shared inboxes and unexpected networking tactics for landing that first job.SponsorsCloud Accountant Staffing - http://accountingpodcast.promo/casACFE - http://accountingpodcast.promo/acfeOnPay - http://accountingpodcast.promo/onpayChapters(00:00) - Introduction and Podcast Overview (00:44) - Headline: Accountants No Longer Professionals? (02:18) - Department of Education's Proposal and Reactions (03:50) - Implications for Accounting Students and Professionals (09:28) - Deloitte's AI Work Swap Controversy (12:46) - EY's Audit Quality Improvements (20:56) - Economic Update: Tariffs and Job Market (34:02) - Circular AI Investments: A Closer Look (36:31) - AI Tools for Accountants: New Features (39:32) - Xero's New Pricing and AI Policies (49:13) - PWC's AI-Driven Audit Automation (52:39) - Google Workspace Shared Inboxes (55:49) - Dissolution of the Department of Government Efficiency (56:47) - Career Networking Tips for Accountants (01:01:16) - Outsourcing Talent: A Global Perspective  Show NotesDepartment of Education Accounting Professional Degree Classificationhttps://www.newsweek.com/full-list-degrees-professional-trump-administration-11085695 Accountants Inexplicably Deemed "Not Professional" Under OBBBA Student Loan Rules https://www.goingconcern.com/accountants-inexplicably-deemed-not-professional-under-obba-student-loan-rules/ Department of Education Unclassifies Accounting as a Professional Degree https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2025/11/24/department-of-education-unclassifies-accounting-as-a-professional-degree/173875/ Deloitte allegedly cited AI-generated research in a million-dollar report for a Canadian provincial government https://fortune.com/2025/11/25/deloitte-caught-fabricated-ai-generated-research-million-dollar-report-canada-government/ Major N.L. healthcare report contains errors likely generated by A.I. https://theindependent.ca/news/lji/major-n-l-healthcare-report-contains-errors-likely-generated-by-a-i/ N.L. asks Deloitte to carry out review after 'incorrect' citations found in $1.6M provincial health planhttps://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/nl-deloitte-citations-9.6990216 OpenAI's investment into Thrive Holdings is its latest circular deal https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/openais-investment-into-thrive-holdings-is-its-latest-circular-deal/ Thrive-backed accounting firm Crete to spend $500 million in AI roll-up https://finance.yahoo.com/news/thrive-backed-accounting-firm-crete-130200467.html Crete PA plans $500 million spend to buy and upgrade accounting firms with AI https://www.accountingtoday.com/news/crete-pa-plans-500-million-spend-to-buy-and-upgrade-firms-with-ai OpenAI takes an ownership stake in Thrive Holdings to accelerate enterprise AI adoption https://openai.com/index/thrive-holdings/ Trump Tariffs: The Economic Impact of the Trump Trade War https://taxfoundation.org/research/all/federal/trump-tariffs-trade-war/ IEEPA Tariffs Are Down from April Threatshttps://taxfoundation.org/blog/ieepa-tariffs-rates-down-april-threats/Intuit SMB MediaLabs Audiences Now Available on The Trade Desk Platform https://investors.intuit.com/news-events/press-releases/detail/1288/intuit-smb-medialabs-audiences-now-available-on-the-trade-desk-platform-connecting-advertisers-with-small-and-mid-market-businesses Intuit SMB MediaLabs | Advertising Networkhttps://medialabs.intuit.com/Need CPE?Get CPE for listening to podcasts with Earmark: https://earmarkcpe.comSubscribe to the Earmark Podcast: https://podcast.earmarkcpe.comGet in TouchThanks for listening and the great reviews! We appreciate you! Follow and tweet @BlakeTOliver and @DavidLeary. Find us on Facebook and Instagram. If you like what you hear, please do us a favor and write a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Call us and leave a voicemail; maybe we'll play it on the show. DIAL (202) 695-1040.SponsorshipsAre you interested in sponsoring The Accounting Podcast? For details, read the prospectus.Need Accounting Conference Info? Check out our new website - accountingconferences.comLimited edition shirts, stickers, and other necessitiesTeePublic Store: http://cloudacctpod.link/merchSubscribeApple Podcasts: http://cloudacctpod.link/AppleP...

    Best of The Steve Harvey Morning Show
    Uplift: Her interview explores her vision for empowering families and communities through early childhood education.

    Best of The Steve Harvey Morning Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 34:03 Transcription Available


    The Daily Mastery Podcast by Robin Sharma
    Turn Crisis Into Craft [to Master Volatility]

    The Daily Mastery Podcast by Robin Sharma

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 3:11 Transcription Available


    Push more magic into the marketplace. Even in economic depressions, fortunes are made. Upgrade your dedication to mastery of your craft. Cause people to live better and you'll do better. Even when your competitors are falling.My latest book “The Wealth Money Can't Buy” is full of fresh ideas and original tools that I'm absolutely certain will cause quantum leaps in your positivity, productivity, wellness, and happiness. You can order it now by clicking here.FOLLOW ROBIN SHARMA:InstagramFacebookXYouTube

    All Of It
    Rikers Youth Find Role Model In Pastor & NFL Alum Tim Johnson

    All Of It

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 16:52


    A new documentary chronicles the journey of Tim Johnson, a former Super Bowl Champion turned pastor whose faith inspired him to minister to incarcerated men on Rikers Island. Kayla Johnson, the film's director and Tim's daughter, joins us to discuss "Fatherless No More."

    Hillsdale College Podcast Network Superfeed
    Kathleen O'Toole & Christopher Nadon: The Tension between "Lived Experience" and Student Learning

    Hillsdale College Podcast Network Superfeed

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 36:06


    Kathleen O’Toole, associate vice president for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, is joined by Christopher Nadon to discuss a recent essay he wrote on how educators are failing their students by embracing the importance of “lived experience.” Christopher Nadon (B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Chicago) has taught political philosophy and humanities at Emet Classical Academy, Claremont McKenna College, Trinity College, and Kyev-Mohyla Academy. He writes on the character and history of republican government understood as self-rule in authors such as Herodotus, Xenophon, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Sarpi, Hobbes, Locke, Tocqueville, and Lincoln. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Homeschool Together Podcast
    Episode 461: Novel Studies (Part 2)

    Homeschool Together Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 32:17


    Your novel study can do more than build reading skills. It can become the heart of a rich, immersive homeschool unit. In this follow-up episode, we explore how to integrate history, science, writing, art, and even math into your novel studies. With creative examples and flexible approaches, we'll show you how to turn a single story into a multidisciplinary learning adventure. Find Secular Curriculum with our Resource Selector https://www.homeschool-together.com/secular-resources Support The Podcast If you like what you hear, consider supporting the podcast: https://homeschooltogether.gumroad.com/l/support Consider Leaving Us A Review If you have a quick moment, please consider leaving a review on iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeschool-together-podcast/id1526685583 Show Notes Wevideo - https://www.wevideo.com/ Canva - https://www.canva.com/ Connect with us Website: http://www.homeschool-together.com/ Store: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/homeschooltogether Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/homeschooltogetherpodcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/homeschooltogetherpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/hs_together The Gameschool Co-Op: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gameschoolcoop/ Email: homeschooltogetherpodcast@gmail.com

    Ending Human Trafficking Podcast
    360 – Healing Through Community

    Ending Human Trafficking Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 28:59


    Priscilla Ward joins Dr. Sandie Morgan as they explore how true healing happens not through fixing or rescuing, but by learning to sit in discomfort, lead with curiosity, and create consistent communities where survivors can feel safe enough to begin their journey at their own pace. https://youtube.com/shorts/Jsi6YO3zobw?feature=share   Priscilla Ward Priscilla Ward, LCSW, is the Founder and Clinical Director of Compass Rose Psychotherapy in Fullerton, California. With over 18 years in the helping profession and 15 years of clinical experience, she has dedicated her career to supporting youth, young adults, and families through trauma, anxiety, substance use, and grief. A graduate of the University of Southern California with a Master's in Social Work, Priscilla brings extensive experience from nonprofit agencies, community mental health clinics, correctional facilities, and school-based programs. She has led mental health teams for the Orange County Department of Education, developing trauma-responsive programs and training professionals in high-stress environments. Her bilingual Spanish fluency and cultural responsiveness make her a trusted ally across diverse communities. Beyond direct practice, Priscilla serves as a consultant and trainer, equipping educators, faith leaders, law enforcement personnel, and mental health professionals with trauma-informed, harm reduction, and motivational interviewing frameworks. Key Points People heal in community and relationship, not in isolation, and this healing process is rarely linear—it's complex and messy, especially for those who have experienced trauma. The shift from "what's wrong with this person" to "what happened to this person" is foundational to trauma-informed care and creates space for dignity and compassion over judgment. Harm reduction is a philosophy grounded in meeting people where they are, honoring their dignity even when they aren't ready to stop certain behaviors, and recognizing that small steps matter because keeping people alive and safe creates opportunities for future healing. Faith communities can love people well by learning to sit in discomfort and resist the urge to fix or rescue, instead focusing on building belonging without requiring behavioral compliance as a prerequisite. Understanding the stages of change (pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, and sometimes relapse) helps helpers meet survivors appropriately at each stage rather than imposing expectations they're not ready for. Secondary trauma and burnout are real costs of caring, and taking care of our own wellness is critically important because we need to be healthy people in the room to truly serve others without reinforcing harm. Trust is the bridge for change, and consistency creates safety that literally rewires the brain—centering connection over correction leads to systemic change in how we support survivors. Listening to voices of lived experience is essential; helpers should ask "what do you need" rather than assuming they know what survivors need. Resources Compass Rose Psychotherapy Transcript [00:00:00] Priscilla Ward: what harm reduction looks like in my community might be very different than yours, but the spirit of harm reduction can be applied. Anywhere and everywhere. [00:00:11] Delaney: You know that uncomfortable space where things aren't neat or solved, what if that's where the real healing starts? Today's conversation leans into that gray area. The space where our instinct to fix meets the deeper need to simply be present. [00:00:25] When we let go of control and step into curiosity, we make room for safety, dignity, and real connection. That kind of community can change everything. Hi, I'm Delaney Menninger. I'm a student here at Vanguard University and I help produce this show. Today, Sandy talks with Priscilla Ward, a licensed clinical social worker who trains faith leaders and community team...

    Education On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schools
    Changemaker Education - Love-based microschools

    Education On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schools

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 36:20 Transcription Available


    David K Richards is the Founder & CEO of Changemaker Education, a national network of affiliate love-based microschools and an incubator for founders who want to usher in a new paradigm for the future of education. He is also the host of the Changemaker ED“U” podcast. Previously, he was Founder & CEO of Growth Public Schools, and a founding teacher and leader with Summit Public Schools where he launched several innovative schools. In addition he serves as a leadership and life coach. David has worked in education reform for over 25 years as a teacher, principal, executive, and board member. He lives in Sacramento, CA with his wife and his two children, and holds a BA from UC Berkeley and an MA from Stanford University.Takeaways: The traditional education system has remained largely unchanged, resembling a factory model that fails to meet the needs of modern learners. Microschools represent a transformative approach to education, empowering educators and communities to create personalized learning environments. The emergence of microschools arises from a growing desire for more intimate, love-based educational experiences that focus on social emotional learning. ChangeMaker Education aims to cultivate a network of microschools, emphasizing the importance of relationships and community involvement in fostering student success. In the face of societal shifts, such as the rise of the gig economy and the expansion of homeschooling, families are increasingly seeking alternative education options. There exists a significant demand for educational reform that prioritizes personalized learning and emotional development, particularly in light of ongoing advancements in technology and AI. Chapters:00:16 - Revolutionizing Education: The MicroSchool Movement01:04 - Introduction to Microschools and Educational Innovation13:50 - Transitioning from Educator to Entrepreneur16:30 - The Rise of Personalized Education22:59 - The Future of Education: Embracing Change and Choice31:18 - The Ripple Effect in Educationhttps://www.changemakereducation.com/Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/Find out more about their Primary First Journal: https://www.educationonfire.com/nape

    Success Hotline With Dr. Rob Gilbert
    Education in America: Question Mark, Period, Exclamation Mark - Message 12737

    Success Hotline With Dr. Rob Gilbert

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 4:03


    We start life curious (Question Mark) about everything until we lose the desire to learn and ask (Period). Rekindling that desire and developing goals makes us grow (Exclamation Mark).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Resilience Unravelled
    Resilience Unravelled - Redefining Masculinity and Building Community with Ralph Brewer

    Resilience Unravelled

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 32:30


    In this episode of 'Resilience Unravelled,' host Russell Thackeray welcomes Ralph Brewer from Help for Men. Ralph shares his journey of overcoming personal challenges, including divorce and single fatherhood, which led him to create Help for Men and The Brotherhood. They discuss the concept of masculinity and its current crisis, touching on toxic masculinity, the role of men, and societal expectations. Ralph emphasises the importance of community, role models, and accountability in personal development and relationship growth. They also explore the impact of childhood experiences on adult relationships and the need for men to find secure spaces for vulnerability and growth. Ralph's organisation, Help for Men, offers support through books, conferences, and discussion forums for men worldwide.00:00 Introduction00:50 Ralph's Background and Journey02:01 Exploring Masculinity and Toxic Masculinity02:44 Pendulum Swing in Male Behaviour04:38 Cultural Constants and Masculinity07:02 Gender Roles and Societal Expectations11:06 Parenting, Education, and Masculinity13:47 Safe Spaces and Vulnerability16:03 Accountability in Relationships16:53 Anxious Men and Avoidant Partners17:53 Therapy and Group Sessions19:28 The Role of Community and Role Models21:30 Victim Mentality and Personal Growth26:03 Rebuilding and Parenting30:28 Global Reach and ConferencesYou can contact us at info@qedod.comResources can be found online or link to our website https://resilienceunravelled.com

    The Tudor Dixon Podcast
    The Tudor Dixon Podcast: Teachers Unions, NEA Influence & the Future of Public Education

    The Tudor Dixon Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 40:46 Transcription Available


    In this episode, Tudor sits down with former teacher and education advocate Erika Sanzi to unpack the growing concerns inside America’s public school system. They examine the expanding influence of teachers’ unions like the NEA, the shift from academic achievement to political priorities, and the rise of ideological activism in classrooms and teacher training programs. Sanzi shares firsthand insights on declining student performance, what parents and educators are up against, and why restoring balance in education is critical to putting students back at the center of learning. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network. For more visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Managing Dental Drama Podcast
    Top Year End Tips

    Managing Dental Drama Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 41:39


     It is that time of year – you have a list of things to do that is nearly a mile long. Your mind is scrambled, and you are trying to remember what you need to do for the practice and team to wrap up 2025 nicely. Dr. Kuba and Bethany are here to help! Together, they put together a list of their top year-end tips and reminders. Some of the items are easy to forget, like evaluating your fee schedule, while others are more challenging like evaluating your A/R trends. Nonetheless, this episode will help you maximize the last few weeks of this year to ensure that everything is checked off your list (and hopefully you don't have to check it twice!).  If you're a subscriber, don't miss the BLACK FRIDAY SALE on the Hub. For the next 3 days, all Hub resources are 50% off!! 

    The Little Red Podcast
    Education Nation: China's Exam Fetish

    The Little Red Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 47:33


    China’s college exam, the gaokao, is fetishized as the ultimate test, yet a lesser-known story is how it entrenches regional education discrimination. Its role at social engineering is also clear, with AI suddenly becoming the sixth most popular major in China, on command from above. This month, the Little Red Podcast sets the first ever podcast gaokao. The intrepid test-takers are Edward Vickers from Kyushu University, co-author of Education and Society in Post-Mao China and host of the Asian Education Podcast, Karron Huang, who is studying for a Masters in early childhood education at the University of Melbourne and sat the gaokao in 2015, and Ruixue Xia from the University of California San Diego who coauthored The Highest Exam: How the Gaokao Shapes China. Image: c/- Karron Huang. Morning gaokao study session, Foshan No. 1 High School, Guangdong, 2015. Transcripts are available at https://ciw.anu.edu.au/podcasts/little-red-podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Weekly Reload Podcast
    How the Firearms Research Center Plans to Use $1 Million Federal Grant on a 2A History Course (ft. Ashley Hlebinsky)

    The Weekly Reload Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 54:35


    This week, we're taking a deep dive into the new Second Amendment history course that the Department of Education just granted funding. To give us insight into what the University of Wyoming's Firearms Research Center, which received the grant, hopes to accomplish, we have Ashley Hlebinsky back on the show. She is the Executive Director of the center, wrote the grant request, and will be one of the main people overseeing development of the educational resources. She said the goal of the project is not to impart a partisan view of the Second Amendment or guns onto students, but, rather, to give educators access to primary sources and scholars from varying viewpoints. She said the grant process was anything but political, and insisted the course materials would be as well. Hlebinsky said the plan is to develop a digital archive of historical documents related to the creation and ratification of the Second Amendment, as well as the state and federal gun laws that have come since that time. She said the center would develop video lessons that could be used for teacher education or classroom instruction. The teachers will also have access to webinars featuring Second Amendment scholars and the opportunity to attend an in-person conference. The course material will be available to secondary school teachers nationwide. However, it won't be a mandatory course. Instead, it's an opt-in teaching resource intended to help improve civics education during the nation's 250th anniversary. Special Guest: Ashley Hlebinsky.

    Hair Therapy
    Wig wearer for life ~ How masking hair loss could change your whole outlook on life

    Hair Therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 45:45


    Send us a textWig wearer for life ~ How masking hair loss could change your whole outlook on lifeSam is 40 years old, and she lives in Corby. She owns two childrens' day nurseries in Northampton.Sam has AuDHD, PCOS, AGA & TE! She shares her story of navigating hair loss, along with her diagnoses and being neurodiverse.We chat about navigating dating with hair loss, and how she used to spend hours styling her hair to try to disguise her alopecia, and the anxiety it would bring her.Sam describes her life at the time as a prison of shame, and says that wearing wigs has changed her whole outlook on life.We also discuss her failed hair transplant, which although didn't work, was the catalyst to her journey of change & healing. Sam bravely shares her vulnerability in the hope that it will help others.Connect with Sam:Instagram Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

    On The House with Spartan
    Bonus: Property Spotlight, 142 Flintlock Way, New Market, AL

    On The House with Spartan

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 11:14


    Today we've got a bonus property description, providing an in-depth look at a new construction property available in New Market, Alabama. We'll cover the property's specs, financial projections, and the surrounding market's growth potential, including the investment opportunities in this emerging area.Check out the property here: https://spartaninvest.com/real-estate-properties/142-flintlock-way/To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.comConnect with Spartan!Facebook: @spartanTURNKEYInstagram: @spartaninvestLinkedIn: @spartaninvestConnect with Lindsay!Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavisInstagram: @spartanlindsaydavis

    Pool Nation Podcast
    E-278 Pool Nation Podcast - The Motor That Drives Successful Pool Pros: A Deep Dive with Michelle Watson & Max O'Brien

    Pool Nation Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 54:45


    In Episode 278 of Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar and Todd broadcast straight from the AquaStar Studio in Ventura, California, where they sit down with two incredible industry leaders: Michelle Watson (Shell's Pool & Spa) and Max O'Brien (Ventura Pool Pro & IPSA Region 2 Officer). In this powerful, conversation-driven episode, Michelle and Max open up about their journey as pool professionals, navigating growth, scaling challenges, commercial vs. residential service, hiring, California compliance, and the moment every pool pro faces — letting go and trusting a team. Michelle shares how she built a thriving business, her passion for doing things the right way, and how she balances entrepreneurship with surfing three times a week. Max dives into his 24-year pool career, commercial expertise, IPSA leadership, and his unbelievable work with the Ventura County Sheriff's Underwater Search & Rescue Team, including helicopter deployment training and real recovery missions. This episode is full of leadership, inspiration, business insight, and a deep look at the people elevating the swimming pool industry every single day. Perfect for pool pros who want to grow, lead, and take their business to the next level. Timestamps / Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to the Pool Nation Podcast Kickoff from AquaStar's studio; Todd, Edgar & crew set the tone for the night. 01:00 – Golden Ticket Event & First Laughs Behind the scenes, late-night jokes, and studio vibes. 03:00 – Edgar Discovers AquaStar's Hidden Detail A deep reflection on culture, quality, and details inside AquaStar HQ. 05:00 – Shoutouts & Getting Started Celebrating the Instagram Live audience and diving into the episode. 05:30 – Introducing Michelle Watson Pool Girl of the Year 2022, the creator behind the legendary Awards Afterparty, and a powerhouse entrepreneur. 07:00 – Michelle's Journey: From Solo Operator to Scaling a Team Trusting employees, handling growth, onboarding, preparing for W-2s, and running a business in California. 10:00 – Residential vs. Commercial Pools Why Michelle prefers commercial service and how she navigates health department regulations. 13:00 – Surfing, Balance & Burnout Prevention How Michelle stays grounded and energized while growing her business. 16:00 – Family, Business & Raising Hard Workers Her son's journey, firefighting dreams, and working alongside family. 18:00 – The Psychology of Scaling a Pool Business Letting go, employee mistakes, customer expectations, and the fear every owner faces. 20:00 – Building a Model That Works Anywhere Charging correctly, doing things legally, and proving success is possible even in tough markets. 23:00 – Introducing Max O'Brien Commercial specialist, remodel expert, and long-time Ventura pool pro. 24:00 – How Max Got Into the Industry From hotel maintenance → equipment installs → building pools → launching his own company. 26:00 – Operating a 130-Pool Service Company Commercial routes, 5-day-a-week accounts, and running teams. 28:00 – Max on Education, IPSA & Training the Next Generation Why he teaches, how he trains, and preparing techs to become future entrepreneurs. 31:00 – Inside IPSA Ventura: The Most Active Chapter in California Education, manuals, sick-route/tech-for-tech coverage, outreach, and 64-member collaboration. 34:00 – Tech-for-Tech Stories That Define the Industry Real examples of chapters covering full routes during illness, injury, and tragedy. 39:00 – Max's Second Life: Underwater Search & Rescue His 20-year role with the Ventura County Sheriff's Dive Team — car recoveries, searches, evidence retrieval, and blind-water operations. 41:00 – Jumping Out of Helicopters What helicopter deployments are really like (spoiler: full scuba gear and 35-foot drops). 43:00 – Recoveries, Emotions & Mental Resilience How divers process tough calls and why closure for families matters. 47:00 – Final Thoughts from Michelle & Max Business advice, industry inspiration, and the motor that pushes great pros forward. 50:00 – Closing Words from Edgar & Todd Celebrating leadership, professionalism, and elevating the pool service industry.