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The most common mistake advisors make with prospects? They deliver a logically-driven pitch showcasing all the ways they can help. But, prospects make decisions with the emotional part of the brain. And, that's why logical pitches fall on deaf ears. Stacy Havener, Founder and CEO at Havener Capital Partners, has raised billions for boutique asset managers, and she did it with words, not numbers. Her story-driven method taps into something most pitches miss: emotion. If you want to connect with prospects, you need to master the art of storytelling. In this conversation, she unpacks why logic-based pitches fail, how to structure a first meeting to connect at a human level, and the neuroscience behind compelling narratives that convert. You'll learn:  How you can set the tone for a vulnerable and authentic conversation How to turn a good story into a compelling offer that moves clients to action Structuring prospect meetings to build an emotional connection and trust from the start The science behind storytelling and how it triggers buying decisions at a subconscious level Tips for creating powerful “backstories” and using emotional cues that resonate with your audience *To sign up for Brendan's newsletter packed with resources to master the human side of advice → Click Here Resources: The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga  Connect with Brendan Frazier:  RFG Advisory LinkedIn: Brendan Frazier Connect with Stacy Havener:  LinkedIn: Stacy Havener Website: Havener Capital Partners About our Guest:  Stacy Havener is the Founder/CEO at Havener Capital Partners, a sales and marketing agency that helps boutique asset managers build, launch and grow funds. Havener Capital is on a mission to level the playing field in asset management by raising $100B for boutiques over the next decade. Stacy holds her Series 6, 7, 24, 63, 66, and 79 licenses and is a registered representative of Compass Securities Corporation. She received her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Western Connecticut State University, graduating summa cum laude in 1998. That same year, Stacy was named to both the NCAA and the GTE/CoSida Academic All-American teams for Division III Women's Soccer and subsequently nominated for NCAA Woman of the Year. Based in Newport, RI, Stacy often spends her mornings walking the beach, sipping a Dunkin' coffee, and listening to 90's hip hop – Content here is for illustrative purposes and general information only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Information here may be provided, in part, by third-party sources. These sources are generally deemed to be reliable; however, neither our guest nor RFG Advisory guarantee the accuracy of third-party sources. The views expressed here are those of our guest. They do not necessarily represent those of RFG Advisory, its employees, or its clients. This commentary should not be regarded as a description of advisory services provided by RFG Advisory, or performance returns of any client. The views reflected in the commentary are subject to change at any time without notice. Securities offered by Registered Representatives of Private Client Services. Member FINRA / SIPC. Advisory services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives of RFG Advisory, LLC (“RFG Advisory or “RFG”), a registered investment advisor. Private Client Services and RFG Advisory are unaffiliated entities. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where RFG Advisory and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. No advisory services may be rendered by RFG Advisory unless a client agreement is in place. RFG Advisory is an SEC-registered investment adviser. SEC registration does not constitute an endorsement of...

Weaver most recently directed the feature film Miss Valentine (Paris Berelc). Previously he directed Cupid For Christmas (starring Richard Kind) which premiered on HULU, the horror film Getaway, and the Christmas romantic comedy Santa Girl (starring Barry Bostwick and Jennifer Stone). He wrote, directed, and starred in the award-winning thriller Cut To the Chase (with Lance Henriksen) and the acclaimed romantic comedy 6 Month Rule (alongside Martin Starr, Natalie Morales and John Michael Higgins). Previous films he's written and directed include Weather Girl (with Mark Harmon, Jon Cryer and Jane Lynch) and Outside Sales. He also co-wrote and acted in Manic (Don Cheadle, Joseph Gordon- Levitt and Zooey Deschanel) which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.He has appeared in films such as Favor, Where We're Meant To Be, Junk, Deep Dark Canyon, Official Rejection, and The Good Old Boys opposite Tommy Lee Jones. His numerous episodic television credits include Wolf Pack, E.R., JAG, and The Middleman. He provided the voice of Peter Pan in the Disney animated feature Return To Never Land and still does the voice for Disney today.A native of Louisiana, Weaver studied in New York City, Oxford University, and graduated from UCLA with a degree in English Literature and a minor in Political Science. He lives in Los Angeles where he works as a Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Actor, and Distributor through his company Secret Identity Pictures.Spider-Man: Brand New Day is getting tantalizingly close to production ahead of its planned release date of July 31, 2026. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings director Destin Daniel Cretton will helm the upcoming sequel, replacing Jon Watts, who worked on all three of the previous Spider-Man films. Brand New Day is set to kick off Tom Holland's second trilogy of Marvel Cinematic Universe films, opening a new chapter for his iteration of Peter Parker after the landmark events of No Way Home.Though Holland's fourth Spider-Man film is still early in its development, rumors are already spreading about what audiences should expect and who may appear therein. The latest reports for Spider-Man: Brand New Day suggest that the film will feature a packed cast, including at least three major villains from the comics. While fans may shudder at the idea of Brand New Day being an overstuffed mess like The Amazing Spider-Man 2 or Spider-Man 3, I think there is a common denominator between these characters that hints at the upcoming film's intriguing story.Anyone who has been paying attention to the recent rumors and reports about Spider-Man: Brand New Day knows that the film is expected to include an overabundance of Spider-Man villains. While there has been no official confirmation of which antagonists will appear in the movie, various insiders have reported that characters like Scorpion, Tombstone, Mister Negative, Black Cat, and Tarantula could all show up to battle Spider-Man in his next cinematic outing. For many Spider-Man fans, these rumors could evoke bad memories of past franchises.Both the Sam Raimi Trilogy and Marc Webb's Amazing Spider-Man made a similar mistake in their final films, including far too many characters (particularly villains) for a movie. Spider-Man 3 featured a trio of villains, including Venom, New Goblin, and Sandman.Masters of the Universe Gets RebootedAlong with Galitzine as He-Man, the movie also stars Camila Mendes as Teela, Jared Leto as Skeletor, Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn, Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms, Sam C. Wilson as Trap Jaw, Morena Baccarin as the Sorceress, James Purefoy as King Randor, Charlotte Riley as Queen Marlena Glenn, and Sasheer Zamata as Suzie. Travis Knight is directing with a screenplay by Chris Butler.Return to Arlen With the King of the Hill RevivalThe synopsis reads, "After years working a propane job in Saudi Arabia to earn their retirement nest egg, Hank and Peggy Hill return to a changed Arlen, Texas to reconnect with old friends Dale, Boomhauer and Bill. Meanwhile, Bobby is living his dream as a chef in Dallas and enjoying his 20s with his former classmates Connie, Joseph and Chane."The synopsis of the reboot has shared more details about what's been happening with the Hill family since fans last saw them in the original show. Surprisingly, Hank had taken up a job in Saudia Arabia, taking him away from Arlen for many years before his eventual return to his old home. Meanwhile, Bobby is now working as a professional chef, a nod to how the original show explored the character's passion and talent for cooking.How to train dragonThe synopsis reads, "After years working a propane job in Saudi Arabia to earn their retirement nest egg, Hank and Peggy Hill return to a changed Arlen, Texas to reconnect with old friends Dale, Boomhauer and Bill. Meanwhile, Bobby is living his dream as a chef in Dallas and enjoying his 20s with his former classmates Connie, Joseph and Chane."As studios continued to bank on remakes, reboots, and revivals, the decision to turn beloved animations into live-action has proven mostly profitable. How to Train Your Dragon marks the latest example, just weeks after Disney's Lilo & Stitch hit. Per Deadline, How to Train Your Dragon is off to a great start, debuting with an $83.7 million opening week, the highest in the franchise so far.The How to Train Your Dragon animated trilogy was a big commercial hit. Overall, it grossed $1.63 billion worldwide at the box office against a joint budget of $439 million (via 

In this soul-nourishing episode, I speak with Megan Mary about how dreams empower our waking lives, the deep connection between feminine energy and dream recall, and her four-step Dream Mirror method for personal dream decoding. We explore lucid dreaming as a tool for spiritual awakening, healing from nightmares, and the universal wisdom embedded in symbolic dreams. About the guest: Megan Mary is an award-winning metaphysical author and dreamworker that specializes in the analysis of women's dreams to promote transformative personal growth and enlightenment. Founder of Inner Realms Publishing, Women's Dream Analysis and the Women's Dream Enlightenment podcast, she is an intuitive, introvert and mystic. After being diagnosed with three chronic illnesses, she experienced a spiritual awakening. She now works with women all over the world offering dream interpretation, transformative journeys and enlightened guidance. She holds a BA and an MA in English Literature, is pursuing her PhD in Metaphysical Sciences and is a member of the International Association for the Study of Dreams. She lives in Idaho with her husband and two cats. Her debut fiction novel, The Dream Haunters: A Metaphysical Mystery of Magick, Book 1 of Witches of Maple Hollow Series, became an international bestseller in October 2024. Book 2, The Dream Mirrors, will be released in May 2025 and Book 3 in October 2025.Send us a textSupport the showFollow The Dream World PodcastVisit Our WebsiteInstagram @TheDreamWorldPodcastTik Tok @aminasdreamworldSpotifyFacebookLucid Dreaming Online Course

Episode 173:For this guest episode it is a very welcome return for Eleanor Conlon, who you will remember discussed Titus Andronicus with me in Episode 22 of this season. Having picked over the brutal actions of that play with Eleanor I was pleased to hear that she was interested in a return visit and to discuss the very different piece that is Love's Labour's Lost. As you will her Eleanor has a great love of this play and brings all the enthusiasm about it to our conversation that you as might expect. If you have not already done so I would recommend listening to my previous episode on Love's Labour's Lost before starting on this one, which adds a lot to what I said in that episode.Eleanor Conlon is an actor, director, and award-winning writer based in Sussex.After completing her BA in English Literature at Goldsmiths, University of London, Eleanor earned her MA in Shakespeare and Early Modern Drama at Kings College and Shakespeare's Globe. While at The Globe, Eleanor worked dramaturgically on productions by Dominic Dromgoole, Matthew Dunster, and Jeremy Herrin, and with Jenny Tiramani on the Original Practices Costume Archive.As an academic, her research focused on Renaissance Magic, Gender and Culture in Early Modern London, though for more than a decade her career has been less theoretical and more practical. After achieving success with her theatre company ‘The Barefoot Players' in the late 2000s and early 2010s, with which she produced plays including ‘Tis Pity She's a Whore', ‘Doctor Faustus' and ‘The Alchemist', the latter two of which she also directed, as well as productions of several of Shakespeare's works, plays by Ibsen, Oscar Wilde, and others. She founded her current theatre company ‘Rust & Stardust' where working with her puppet-maker partner Katie Sommers Eleanor has written over a dozen plays rooted in English folklore and toured these shows all over the UK.In addition to all this, and as you are about to hear, in 2023 she launched the Three Ravens Podcast with her partner Martin Vaux – also a writer and actor – which explores history, legends, and diverse aspects of folk culture.Link to Three Ravens Podcast website: www.threeravenspodcast.comFor the Three Ravens Folktales Book:Link to Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Three-Ravens-Folk-Tales-half-forgotten/dp/1803999683Link To Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/Three-Ravens-Folk-Tales-half-forgotten-ebook/dp/B0CW1GB63M/ref=sr_1_1Support the podcast at:www.thehistoryofeuropeantheatre.comwww.patreon.com/thoetpwww.ko-fi.com/thoetp Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dreams are mirrors of the soul. Our guest, award-winning author and podcaster, Megan Mary, talks about dreams as sacred portals that help us unlock the path to spiritual awakening. She also talks about visitation dreams, spirit guide encounters, and  her four part Dream Mirror method. After the break, we take a call from Ellen from Soquel who shares a dream that brings up a discussion about the imposter syndrome. BIO: Megan Mary, international bestselling metaphysical author of the metaphysical fiction trilogy, Witches of Maple Hollow, is founder of Inner Realms Publishing and host of the Women’s Dream Enlightenment podcast. She holds an MA in English Literature and is pursuing her PhD in Metaphysical Sciences. She lives in Idaho with her husband and two cats. Find our guest at: MeganMary.com IG, YT, TT, PI @meganmaryauthor This show, episode number 315, was recorded during a live broadcast on June 14, 2025 at KSQD.org, community radio of Santa Cruz. Intro and outro music by Mood Science. Ambient music new every week by Rick Kleffel. Archived music can be found at Pandemiad.com. Many thanks to Rick for also engineering the show and to Tony Russomano for answering the phones. The Santa Cruz Festival of Dreams is coming October 10-12, 2025! Mark your calendars now. Check our landing page at FestivalofDream.net and FB group page HERE or follow #KeepSantaCruzDreaming on FB and IG. SHARE A DREAM FOR THE SHOW or a question or enquire about being a guest on the podcast by emailing Katherine Bell at katherine@ksqd.org. Follow on FB, IG, LI, & YT @ExperientialDreamwork #thedreamjournal. To learn more or to inquire about exploring your own dreams go to ExperientialDreamwork.com. The Dream Journal aims to: Increase awareness of and appreciation for nightly dreams. Inspire dream sharing and other kinds of dream exploration as a way of adding depth and meaningfulness to lives and relationships. Improve society by the increased empathy, emotional balance, and sense of wonder which dream exploration invites. A dream can be meaningful even if you don’t know what it means. The Dream Journal is produced at and airs on KSQD Santa Cruz, 90.7 FM. Catch it streaming LIVE at KSQD.org 10-11am Pacific Time on Saturdays. Call or text with your dreams or questions at 831-900-5773 or email at onair@ksqd.org. Podcasts are available on all major podcast platforms the Monday following the live show. The complete KSQD Dream Journal podcast page can be found at ksqd.org/the-dream-journal/. Closed captioning is available on the YouTube version of this podcast and an automatically generated transcript is available at Apple Podcasts. Thanks for being a Dream Journal listener! Available on all major podcast platforms. Rate it, review it, subscribe, and tell your friends.

Yasser Fathy has a degree in English Literature and Linguistics. He is a certified Trainer and Coach and a Best-selling Author. Yasser Fathy is an award-winning, #1 international best-selling author, renowned for his impactful books, including "Magnetic Entrepreneur: A Personality That Attracts" (co-authored with Robert J. Moore) and "6 Circles", a groundbreaking model for corporate and personal development that revolutionizes conventional approaches.As an internationally acclaimed personal development and transformation coach, Yasser is a sought-after inspirational speaker who captivates audiences across Egypt, the Middle East, and Africa. His unique methodologies and innovative ideas have distinguished him in the crowded field of self-help, earning the attention and respect of multinationalcorporations and institutions. Through his proprietary "6 Circles" model, Yasser empowers individuals and organizations to achieve transformative personal and professional growth, overcome challenges, and make bold decisions. With over 30 years of in-depth study into human emotional and behavioral patterns, Yasser's ability to connect withhis audience is unparalleled. His recent achievement of a CBT Diploma (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) further solidifies his expertise, providing his clients with robust psychological and academic support. Yasser honed his skills through distinguished roles at prestigious corporations such as Xerox, Procter & Gamble,Reuters, and Citibank. In 2006, he founded Goldmines Training & Consulting, where he serves as CEO and Chief Visionary Officer. This international consultancy has facilitated the growth and development of numerous organizations, including giants like IBM, Coca-Cola, General Motors, Ernst & Young, and many more. Yasser's clientsrange from global corporations to NGOs, governmental bodies, and high-profile individuals.Over the years, Yasser has trained thousands of executives worldwide, who consistently recognize the exceptional value of his training sessions. His impactful delivery has earned accolades, including testimonials such as, “This was the best training course I have ever attended in 15 years,” from a leading CEO in the food industry. A three-time TEDx speaker, Yasser's insights have been featured on numerous TV shows, radio stations, and in variousarticles. He was a regular guest speaker on a popular Ramadan radio show in Egypt for three consecutive years (2021- 2023), contributing to 90 episodes. Beyond his professional achievements, Yasser is an adventurous traveler and sports enthusiast. He is an avid scubadiver, horseback rider, biker, mountain hiker, bungee jumper, firewalker, and kickboxer. He is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Heliopolis Sporting Club, Alexandria Sporting Club, and the Egyptian Kayak Federation. A lifelong learner and nature lover, Yasser has traveled to over 30 countries, inspiring countless individuals to transform their lives. Currently residing in California, USA, Yasser continues to influence and inspire through his training, speaking engagements, and personal development initiatives.Recent Achievements: Certified BLS Provider (Basic Life Support, CPR, and AED) – September 2024Contact Yasser Fathy:www.yasscoaching.comwww.linkedin.com/in/yasser-fathy-901b47339https://www.youtube.com/@yasserfathy185https://www.facebook.com/yasserfathyguru/https://www.facebook.com/yasser.fathy.35/Dr. Kimberley Linert Speaker, Author, Broadcaster, Mentor, Trainer, Behavioral Optometrist Event Planners- I am available to speak at your event. Here is my media kit: https://brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com/portfolio/dr-kimberley-linert/ To book Dr. Linert on your podcast, television show, conference, corporate training or as an expert guest please email her at incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com or Contact Bruce Merrin at Bruce Merrin's Celebrity Speakers at merrinpr@gmail.com 702.256.9199 Host of the Podcast Series: Incredible Life Creator Podcast Available on... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/incredible-life-creator-with-dr-kimberley-linert/id1472641267 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DZE3EoHfhgcmSkxY1CvKf?si=ebe71549e7474663 and on 9 other podcast platforms Author of Book: "Visualizing Happiness in Every Area of Your Life" Get on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3srh6tZ Website: https://www.DrKimberleyLinert.com The Great Discovery eLearning platform: https://thegreatdiscovery.com/kimberley

In this explosive episode, George Galloway dive into the global fallout surrounding Israel's actions in Gaza, with sharp insights from Prof. Seyed Marandi, Garland Nixon, and Gayatri. From Tel Aviv under fire to the collapse of the Iron Dome, we explore why critics are calling this a turning point. Topics include Trump's MAGA ties, the BRICS challenge to Western power, Germany's controversial stance, and Jordan's monarchy under scrutiny. Is the Israeli regime facing its Amalek moment? It features a hard-hitting analysis of Netanyahu, Musk, Qatar, and the regional shifts from Beirut to Yemen and North Korea.Featuring:Professor Seyed Mohammad Marandi: Professor of English Literature and Orientalism at the University of Tehran Garland Nixon: Radio Talk Show Host and Political Analyst

What if the beauty you're searching for is already all around you—and within you? In this inspiring conversation, award-winning poet Tory Tomberlin takes us deep into Beauty in the Branches, her evocative poetry collection that brings nature, memory, and emotion vividly to life. Whether you're a poetry enthusiast or simply craving a fresh perspective, this episode will awaken your senses and reconnect you with the wonder of the everyday.==========================================

Rob Madge grew up staging living room musicals with wigs, smoke machines, and the unwavering support of their parents and grandmother—but what started as childhood play eventually became the viral, heartfelt, and Olivier-nominated solo show My Son's a Queer (But What Can You Do?). In this episode, Rob shares how those home videos evolved into a theatrical sensation, and how a show born during lockdown has become a powerful celebration of queer joy, family, and radical acceptance—now heading to New York City Center for its limited U.S. debut. We talk about everything from queer theory and comedy as activism to being a theater kid in a small UK village and why their grandmother was the ultimate co-conspirator. Rob opens up about the emotional weight of visibility, the importance of letting kids be themselves, and the unshakable confidence that comes from being loved early and completely. Plus, they reflect on their journey from Gavroche to leading their own story—and the joy of tweaking the show for each new audience. Rob Madge is a writer and performer whose solo show My Son's a Queer (But What Can You Do?) earned an Olivier Award nomination following its West End run. They began their career as a child actor in Mary Poppins, Oliver!, and Les Misérables, and trained at Sylvia Young Theatre School before studying English Literature at Warwick University. Rob also stars as the Emcee in Cabaret on the West End, and continues to explore themes of identity, family, and theatricality through their writing and performance. Connect with Rob Instagram: @robmadge02 Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support the podcast on Patreon and watch video versions of the episodes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter & Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@theatre_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheTheatrePodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Alan's personal Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@alanseales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email me at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. I want to know what you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anna Addoms, Wicked MarvelousOur guest in this episode is Anna Addoms, the insightful founder of Wicked Marvelous. Anna champions making technology, especially AI, accessible and genuinely useful for small business owners, always with a focus on reducing overwhelm and fostering authentic connections. In our chat, Anna shares her practical wisdom on how entrepreneurs can harness AI as a powerful tool without losing the essential human touch that truly matters in building lasting relationships and a thriving business.Key points discussed include:* AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement: Use AI strategically for back-office tasks, but always keep humans at the forefront of client interactions.* Guard Human Connection Fiercely: Implement AI in customer service with extreme care, ensuring transparency and easy access to human support.* Navigate AI Ethically and Practically: Stay informed about AI's capabilities and risks, using it to add value while protecting your brand and IP.Listen to the podcast to find out more.Innovabiz Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Show Notes from this episode with Anna Addoms, Wicked MarvelousThe AI Revolution: Tool, Not TyrantIt feels like just yesterday we were marveling at the dawn of AI, this "cool, shiny object" everyone was buzzing about. Fast forward to today, and we're deep in the trenches, moving beyond the mere novelty and into the serious business of practical application. The initial excitement was palpable, but now, as Anna Addoms wisely pointed out in our recent chat, we're navigating the "nitty gritty" – figuring out what AI is actually doing, whether it's truly adding value, and how to use it safely and effectively without getting lost down a "rabbit hole."Anna Addoms, with her characteristic clarity, cuts right to the chase: AI is fundamentally a tool, a multi-tool even. Think of it like a powerful chainsaw in your shed. In the right hands, with the right understanding, it can make incredibly light work of massive tasks. But if you're not careful, or if you don't really know how to wield it, you're just inviting a mess or unnecessary complexity. Our biggest goal, as entrepreneurs, should be to use AI to enhance our lives and businesses, to make things easier, and crucially, to still allow us to do what we do best: cultivate genuine human connections.Where AI Shines (and Where It Doesn't)So, where does this powerful multi-tool truly shine? Anna suggests focusing its considerable might on back-office tasks – those internal operations that often consume valuable time and energy. Picture those complex spreadsheet formulas that make your head spin; AI can whip those up in a flash. Or consider the initial drafts of long-form content, giving you a solid starting point without the blank page paralysis. The key here is using AI to shoulder a significant portion of the "heavy lifting," freeing you up for more strategic and human-centric work.But let's not get carried away. As Anna firmly reminds us, not every "low-level task can be farmed out" to AI. There are times when trying to force AI into a situation actually creates more complication than it solves. If a simple spreadsheet can organize your contact information, why complicate it by feeding it into an AI that might struggle with context? The wisdom lies in recognizing when AI is a genuine accelerator and when it's just an unnecessary detour.The Human Touch: Why Relationships Still RuleHere's where Anna's human-centered philosophy truly comes to the fore: AI should never, ever, replace genuine human connection. We've all been there – stuck in a frustrating recursive loop with a chatbot, feeling like we're talking to a brick wall. That "bad brain experience" doesn't just annoy customers; it actively "burns relationships." Anna is adamant: if you're deploying AI for customer service, there must be an immediate, clear escalation process to a real human. Without that "I wanna talk to a real human right now" button, you're essentially signing a death warrant for customer loyalty.It's not just about functionality; it's about authenticity. Anna points out the "uncanny valley" experience when AI voice technology gets too close to human, yet remains subtly "off." This creates a deep cognitive dissonance, a feeling of "something is wrong." Her advice is crystal clear: be transparency. If it's a bot, call it a bot. Don't give it a human name or picture. This ethical stance ensures trust, preventing your customers from feeling misled or, worse, "pissed off" because they couldn't escape an automated interaction.Building Your AI-Powered Personal Brand (Ethically!)Now, on a brighter note, AI can be an absolute boon for crafting and refining your personal brand's messaging. Anna herself has trained her AI to sound "exactly like me" for various content outputs – emails, sales pages, blog posts. This means she can generate initial drafts that are remarkably consistent with her unique voice and cadence. The magic, however, lies in the subsequent step: the human touch, the final edit. Anna emphasizes that she's always the "last person to see it," ensuring her "seal of approval" is on every piece of content that goes out. This blend of AI efficiency and human oversight is powerful.However, a crucial word of caution, something Anna highlighted with a stark anecdote: be incredibly mindful of data privacy and copyright when using AI tools. She shared a sobering example of authors inadvertently signing away their book copyrights by inputing their manuscripts into certain AI language models under their terms of service. It's like accidentally giving away your precious intellectual property to the public domain! Always, always read the fine print. Your content is your gold, so guard it fiercely.Mastering Your Workflow: AI as Your SOP SidekickLet's talk about a task many entrepreneurs dread: creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). We know we need them, especially when scaling and hiring, but the thought of documenting every little step can feel overwhelming. This is where AI truly shines as an unsung hero. As Anna explains, many new hires struggle not because they're incompetent, but because they lack clear, documented processes. You hand over a task, and then find yourself frustrated when it's not done exactly as you envisioned.Anna's practical solution? Leverage AI! She encourages entrepreneurs to use prompts that guide them step-by-step through the SOP creation process. Even better, you can feed it enough information, and it can draft the entire thing for you. This isn't about abdicating responsibility; it's about leveraging AI's ability to structure information logically, ensuring "everything starts coming back faster and exactly the way they want." It's also fantastic for critiquing existing SOPs, pointing out gaps or areas for improvement that your brain, so familiar with the process, might simply overlook.The Calendar Conundrum: Owning Your Time with (or Without) AIThe digital calendar, while a godsend for organization, can also be a silent saboteur of your precious time if not managed with an iron fist. Anna and I both share a strong sentiment about this: you must maintain boundaries around your calendar and your time. While AI scheduling tools offer undeniable convenience, there's a real danger of "abdicating ownership" of your most valuable asset. Suddenly, your days are a chaotic collage of back-to-back meetings with no breathing room, leading straight to burnout.Anna's advice echoes a hard-won truth: your time, your rules. Instead of giving people 24/7 access to your schedule, block out specific times for different types of meetings or, even better, for uninterrupted deep work. This isn't about being unapproachable; it's about being strategic and protecting your mental and physical well-being. Whether you use AI for scheduling or not, the principle remains: actively manage your calendar, don't let it manage you.Staying Savvy: Protecting Your Digital SelfIn this "wild west" of AI, staying vigilant about your digital footprint is paramount. Anna recommends a simple yet powerful defense: set up Google Alerts for your name and business. It sounds old school, but it's incredibly effective for catching any unauthorized use of your likeness or content. Knowing what's being published about you, or as you, is the first line of defense. It allows you to be proactive, as Anna herself experienced when a podcast interview went live earlier than planned.Beyond monitoring, be aware of the bigger picture. While malicious voice cloning of individuals like us isn't the prevalent issue yet (it's mostly targeting celebrities), the technology exists. The reality is, some risk is inherent when putting content on public platforms. However, understanding your rights – the ability to issue cease and desist orders and report malicious content – empowers you to act swiftly if your digital identity is ever compromised. In this evolving landscape, awareness is truly your strongest shield.Summary:Anna Addoms provided incredible insights into navigating the brave new world of AI. Her core message is simple yet profound: AI is a powerful tool, but it should always serve to enhance human connection, never replace it. She emphasized the critical need for transparency, especially when AI is client-facing, and highlighted the importance of guarding your intellectual property. Ultimately, AI offers immense potential for efficiency and automation in our businesses, but its successful implementation hinges on a clear, human-centered strategy.Reach OutYou can reach out and thank Anna by visiting her website.Links:* Website – Wicked Marvelous* Twitter – @WickedMarvelous* Linkedin* Facebook* Instagram - @wicked_marvelousCool Things About Anna* Anna grew up in Colorado in a family of entrepreneurs, right in the thick of the tech boom. She was raised around innovation and search engines, with her dad running AOL's biggest competitor during the first dot-com bubble. That's a childhood spent at the intersection of curiosity and code.* She's a creative at heart: Anna went to art school and holds a degree in English Literature. Her journey from art and literature to Silicon Valley tech startups is a delightful zigzag, not a straight line. She's proof that you can be both a techie and a creative soul.* Anna has a knack for reinvention. After burning out in the high-octane world of Silicon Valley startups (like clockwork, every 18 months!), she realized her true passion was helping others build and implement their own dreams. She's now been running her own company for over a decade, thriving on variety and new challenges.* She's a self-confessed “sponge of knowledge,” always learning, always curious. Anna's love of learning has led her down unexpected paths—from luxury travel to ad agencies to med-tech startups. She's not afraid to pivot, experiment, or start over if it means staying true to her values.Imagine being a part of a select community where you not only have access to our amazing podcast guests, but you also get a chance to transform your marketing and podcast into a growth engine with a human-centered, relationship-focused approach.That's exactly what you'll get when you join the Flywheel Nation Community.Tap into the collective wisdom of high-impact achievers, gain exclusive access to resources, and expand your network in our vibrant community.Experience accelerated growth, breakthrough insights, and powerful connections to elevate your business.ACT NOW – secure your spot and transform your journey today! Visit innovabiz.co/flywheel and get ready to experience the power of transformation.VideoThanks for reading Innovabiz Substack! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. 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– That was the plan, anyway.In that moment, we stopped feeling sorry for ourselves and remembered why we came.After a career spent finding the voices of senior business executives, Alison Rice Bruster is writing a new chapter. She holds a BA in English Literature from Queens University of Charlotte. This is her third story included in a collection from the Personal Story Publishing Project. She is a member of the Charlotte Writers Club, Charlotte Lit, and the North Carolina Writers Network. When they are not out traveling in search of adventure, Alison and her husband Terry live in Fort Mill, South Carolina.

During the mid-1680s, the British pursue exploration and settlements in North America under King James II, while European conflicts rage on to establish if the colonization will be done under Protestant or Catholic rule. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/2Y0Zr4VLbTE which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. King James II books at https://amzn.to/3BBeVMF Glorious Revolution books at https://amzn.to/43pwmd8 William and Mary book at https://amzn.to/3FlNSqP ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's HISTORICAL JESUS podcast is available at https://parthenonpodcast.com/historical-jesus Mark's TIMELINE video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkVinet_HNA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credit: An Overview of English Literature podcast with Dr. Fernanda Moura (Episode 50: King James II, 08dec2023) Books & Culture courses and workshops; The History of the Christian Church podcast with Pastor Lance Ralston (Episode: 113-Yep, Those English; 26jan2022). Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The broadcaster and writer Georgia Mann has been making and presenting arts programmes at the BBC since 2008. After studying English Literature at Cambridge University, she began her career as a local BBC radio reporter before entering the arts arena of broadcasting. She has presented the BBC Proms and has said that she's “committed to getting classical music out of its traditional locations and into the lives of those who might not have experienced it before”. So with that in mind we wondered what her Inheritance Tracks would be…and, to start with, she's taking us back to school.Producer: Gareth Nelson-Davies

Rebecca Davis joins John Maytham each week to reflect on just how strange the news can be. From the most important to the very strange, John and Rebecca offer their view of what is happening in our world that makes it at times infuriating, at times inspirational but always fascinating. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Philippa Pavia is the National Director of Soft Tissue Surgery and Surgical Onchology at Thrive Pet Healthcare. Dr. Pavia is also Thrive's Vice President of Medical Operations in the Central Group and works with senior leadership to cutivate a positve hospital culture, support team growth and development, and insure exceptional medical care and client experience. She holds a degree in English Literature from Yale University and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from The University of Pennsylvania College of Veterinary Medicine. She is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons specializing in small animal surgery. Learn more about Dr. Pavia on Linkedin Learn more about Thrive Pet HealthCare Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

British colonies in North American were greatly affected by ever changing governments and monarchs in England, especially its New World settlements, land development, exploration, trade and commerce. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at xxx which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. King James II books at https://amzn.to/3BBeVMF Glorious Revolution books at https://amzn.to/43pwmd8 William and Mary book at https://amzn.to/3FlNSqP ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's HISTORICAL JESUS podcast is available at https://parthenonpodcast.com/historical-jesus Mark's TIMELINE video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkVinet_HNA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credit: An Overview of English Literature podcast with Dr. Fernanda Moura (Episode 50: King James II, 08dec2023) Books & Culture courses and workshops; The History of the Christian Church podcast with Pastor Lance Ralston (Episode: 113-Yep, Those English; 26jan2022). Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Satire is a funny, aggressive, and largely oppositional literature which is typically created by people who refuse to participate in a given regime's perception of itself. Although satire has always been a primary literature of state affairs, and although it has always been used to intervene in ongoing discussions about political theory and practice, there has been no attempt to examine this fascinating and unusual literature across the full chronological horizon. In State of Ridicule: A History of Satire in English Literature (Princeton University Press, 2025), Dr. Dan Sperrin provides the first ever longue durée history of political satire in British literature. He traces satire's many extended and discontinuous trajectories through time while also chronicling some of the most inflamed and challenging political contexts within which it has been written.Dr. Sperrin begins by describing the Roman foundations and substructures of British satire, paying particularly close attention to the core Roman canon: Horace, Persius, and Juvenal. He then proceeds chronologically, populating the branches of satire's family tree with such figures as Chaucer, Jonson, Dryden, Swift, Pope, and Dickens, as well as a whole series of writers who are now largely forgotten. Satire, Dr. Sperrin shows, can be a literature of explicit statements and overt provocation—but it can also be notoriously indirect, oblique, suggestive, and covert, complicated by an author's anonymity or pseudonymity. Dr. Sperrin meticulously analyses the references to transient political events that may mystify the contemporary reader. He also presents vivid and intriguing pen portraits of the satirists themselves along the way. Dr. Sperrin argues that if satire is to be contended with and reflected upon in all its provocative complexity—and if it is to be seen as anything more than a literature of political vandalism—then we must explore the full depth and intrigue of its past. This book offers a new starting point for our intellectual and imaginative contact with an important and fascinating kind of literature. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

Satire is a funny, aggressive, and largely oppositional literature which is typically created by people who refuse to participate in a given regime's perception of itself. Although satire has always been a primary literature of state affairs, and although it has always been used to intervene in ongoing discussions about political theory and practice, there has been no attempt to examine this fascinating and unusual literature across the full chronological horizon. In State of Ridicule: A History of Satire in English Literature (Princeton University Press, 2025), Dr. Dan Sperrin provides the first ever longue durée history of political satire in British literature. He traces satire's many extended and discontinuous trajectories through time while also chronicling some of the most inflamed and challenging political contexts within which it has been written.Dr. Sperrin begins by describing the Roman foundations and substructures of British satire, paying particularly close attention to the core Roman canon: Horace, Persius, and Juvenal. He then proceeds chronologically, populating the branches of satire's family tree with such figures as Chaucer, Jonson, Dryden, Swift, Pope, and Dickens, as well as a whole series of writers who are now largely forgotten. Satire, Dr. Sperrin shows, can be a literature of explicit statements and overt provocation—but it can also be notoriously indirect, oblique, suggestive, and covert, complicated by an author's anonymity or pseudonymity. Dr. Sperrin meticulously analyses the references to transient political events that may mystify the contemporary reader. He also presents vivid and intriguing pen portraits of the satirists themselves along the way. Dr. Sperrin argues that if satire is to be contended with and reflected upon in all its provocative complexity—and if it is to be seen as anything more than a literature of political vandalism—then we must explore the full depth and intrigue of its past. This book offers a new starting point for our intellectual and imaginative contact with an important and fascinating kind of literature. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MI5 claims three male models were Russian agents — sweetie, espionage just got hotter. Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure in #ArsonGate as his position becomes increasingly untenable. Iran warns that any Israeli attack will be met with a decisive response, signaling a regional flashpoint with devastating consequences.We break down Piers Morgan's astonishing 180° turn, expose the rise of #Shills4Netanyahu, and explore why Bono—yes, that Bono—calls for Netanyahu's resignation. From the digital trauma of Gaza's suffering, described as a "holocaust on your phone", to the geopolitical chessboard where Iran emerges as a missile superpower, we're covering it all.Featuring:Professor Seyed Marandi - Professor of English Literature and Orientalism, University of TehranTadhg Hickey - Irish Polemicist, Comedian, Writer, and Filmmaker

LINKS:  https://distrust.co/software.html - Software page with OSS software Linux distro: https://codeberg.org/stagex/stagex Milksad vulnerability:  https://milksad.info/ In this episode of Cybersecurity Today on the Weekend, host Jim Love engages in a captivating discussion with Anton Livaja  from Distrust. Anton shares his unique career transition from obtaining a BA in English literature at York University to delving into cybersecurity and tech. Anton recounts how he initially entered the tech field through a startup and quickly embraced programming and automation. The conversation covers Anton's interest in Bitcoin and blockchain technology, including the importance of stablecoins, and the frequent hacking incidents in the crypto space. Anton explains the intricacies of blockchain security, emphasizing the critical role of managing cryptographic keys. The dialogue also explores advanced security methodologies like full source bootstrapping and deterministic builds, and Anton elaborates on the significance of creating open-source software for enhanced security. As the discussion concludes, Anton highlights the need for continual curiosity, teamwork, and purpose-driven work in the cybersecurity field. 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity Today 00:17 Anton's Journey from Literature to Cybersecurity 01:08 First Foray into Programming and Automation 02:35 Blockchain and Its Real-World Applications 04:36 Security Challenges in Blockchain and Cryptocurrency 13:21 The Rise of Insider Threats and Social Engineering 16:40 Advanced Security Measures and Supply Chain Attacks 22:36 The Importance of Deterministic Builds and Full Source Bootstrapping 29:35 Making Open Source Software Accessible 31:29 Blockchain and Supply Chain Traceability 33:34 Ensuring Software Integrity and Security 38:20 The Role of AI in Code Review 40:37 The Milksad Incident 46:33 Introducing Distrust and Its Mission 52:23 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Satire is a funny, aggressive, and largely oppositional literature which is typically created by people who refuse to participate in a given regime's perception of itself. Although satire has always been a primary literature of state affairs, and although it has always been used to intervene in ongoing discussions about political theory and practice, there has been no attempt to examine this fascinating and unusual literature across the full chronological horizon. In State of Ridicule: A History of Satire in English Literature (Princeton University Press, 2025), Dr. Dan Sperrin provides the first ever longue durée history of political satire in British literature. He traces satire's many extended and discontinuous trajectories through time while also chronicling some of the most inflamed and challenging political contexts within which it has been written.Dr. Sperrin begins by describing the Roman foundations and substructures of British satire, paying particularly close attention to the core Roman canon: Horace, Persius, and Juvenal. He then proceeds chronologically, populating the branches of satire's family tree with such figures as Chaucer, Jonson, Dryden, Swift, Pope, and Dickens, as well as a whole series of writers who are now largely forgotten. Satire, Dr. Sperrin shows, can be a literature of explicit statements and overt provocation—but it can also be notoriously indirect, oblique, suggestive, and covert, complicated by an author's anonymity or pseudonymity. Dr. Sperrin meticulously analyses the references to transient political events that may mystify the contemporary reader. He also presents vivid and intriguing pen portraits of the satirists themselves along the way. Dr. Sperrin argues that if satire is to be contended with and reflected upon in all its provocative complexity—and if it is to be seen as anything more than a literature of political vandalism—then we must explore the full depth and intrigue of its past. This book offers a new starting point for our intellectual and imaginative contact with an important and fascinating kind of literature. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Satire is a funny, aggressive, and largely oppositional literature which is typically created by people who refuse to participate in a given regime's perception of itself. Although satire has always been a primary literature of state affairs, and although it has always been used to intervene in ongoing discussions about political theory and practice, there has been no attempt to examine this fascinating and unusual literature across the full chronological horizon. In State of Ridicule: A History of Satire in English Literature (Princeton University Press, 2025), Dr. Dan Sperrin provides the first ever longue durée history of political satire in British literature. He traces satire's many extended and discontinuous trajectories through time while also chronicling some of the most inflamed and challenging political contexts within which it has been written.Dr. Sperrin begins by describing the Roman foundations and substructures of British satire, paying particularly close attention to the core Roman canon: Horace, Persius, and Juvenal. He then proceeds chronologically, populating the branches of satire's family tree with such figures as Chaucer, Jonson, Dryden, Swift, Pope, and Dickens, as well as a whole series of writers who are now largely forgotten. Satire, Dr. Sperrin shows, can be a literature of explicit statements and overt provocation—but it can also be notoriously indirect, oblique, suggestive, and covert, complicated by an author's anonymity or pseudonymity. Dr. Sperrin meticulously analyses the references to transient political events that may mystify the contemporary reader. He also presents vivid and intriguing pen portraits of the satirists themselves along the way. Dr. Sperrin argues that if satire is to be contended with and reflected upon in all its provocative complexity—and if it is to be seen as anything more than a literature of political vandalism—then we must explore the full depth and intrigue of its past. This book offers a new starting point for our intellectual and imaginative contact with an important and fascinating kind of literature. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/european-studies

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Satire is a funny, aggressive, and largely oppositional literature which is typically created by people who refuse to participate in a given regime's perception of itself. Although satire has always been a primary literature of state affairs, and although it has always been used to intervene in ongoing discussions about political theory and practice, there has been no attempt to examine this fascinating and unusual literature across the full chronological horizon. In State of Ridicule: A History of Satire in English Literature (Princeton University Press, 2025), Dr. Dan Sperrin provides the first ever longue durée history of political satire in British literature. He traces satire's many extended and discontinuous trajectories through time while also chronicling some of the most inflamed and challenging political contexts within which it has been written.Dr. Sperrin begins by describing the Roman foundations and substructures of British satire, paying particularly close attention to the core Roman canon: Horace, Persius, and Juvenal. He then proceeds chronologically, populating the branches of satire's family tree with such figures as Chaucer, Jonson, Dryden, Swift, Pope, and Dickens, as well as a whole series of writers who are now largely forgotten. Satire, Dr. Sperrin shows, can be a literature of explicit statements and overt provocation—but it can also be notoriously indirect, oblique, suggestive, and covert, complicated by an author's anonymity or pseudonymity. Dr. Sperrin meticulously analyses the references to transient political events that may mystify the contemporary reader. He also presents vivid and intriguing pen portraits of the satirists themselves along the way. Dr. Sperrin argues that if satire is to be contended with and reflected upon in all its provocative complexity—and if it is to be seen as anything more than a literature of political vandalism—then we must explore the full depth and intrigue of its past. This book offers a new starting point for our intellectual and imaginative contact with an important and fascinating kind of literature. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Satire is a funny, aggressive, and largely oppositional literature which is typically created by people who refuse to participate in a given regime's perception of itself. Although satire has always been a primary literature of state affairs, and although it has always been used to intervene in ongoing discussions about political theory and practice, there has been no attempt to examine this fascinating and unusual literature across the full chronological horizon. In State of Ridicule: A History of Satire in English Literature (Princeton University Press, 2025), Dr. Dan Sperrin provides the first ever longue durée history of political satire in British literature. He traces satire's many extended and discontinuous trajectories through time while also chronicling some of the most inflamed and challenging political contexts within which it has been written.Dr. Sperrin begins by describing the Roman foundations and substructures of British satire, paying particularly close attention to the core Roman canon: Horace, Persius, and Juvenal. He then proceeds chronologically, populating the branches of satire's family tree with such figures as Chaucer, Jonson, Dryden, Swift, Pope, and Dickens, as well as a whole series of writers who are now largely forgotten. Satire, Dr. Sperrin shows, can be a literature of explicit statements and overt provocation—but it can also be notoriously indirect, oblique, suggestive, and covert, complicated by an author's anonymity or pseudonymity. Dr. Sperrin meticulously analyses the references to transient political events that may mystify the contemporary reader. He also presents vivid and intriguing pen portraits of the satirists themselves along the way. Dr. Sperrin argues that if satire is to be contended with and reflected upon in all its provocative complexity—and if it is to be seen as anything more than a literature of political vandalism—then we must explore the full depth and intrigue of its past. This book offers a new starting point for our intellectual and imaginative contact with an important and fascinating kind of literature. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts.

Satire is a funny, aggressive, and largely oppositional literature which is typically created by people who refuse to participate in a given regime's perception of itself. Although satire has always been a primary literature of state affairs, and although it has always been used to intervene in ongoing discussions about political theory and practice, there has been no attempt to examine this fascinating and unusual literature across the full chronological horizon. In State of Ridicule: A History of Satire in English Literature (Princeton University Press, 2025), Dr. Dan Sperrin provides the first ever longue durée history of political satire in British literature. He traces satire's many extended and discontinuous trajectories through time while also chronicling some of the most inflamed and challenging political contexts within which it has been written.Dr. Sperrin begins by describing the Roman foundations and substructures of British satire, paying particularly close attention to the core Roman canon: Horace, Persius, and Juvenal. He then proceeds chronologically, populating the branches of satire's family tree with such figures as Chaucer, Jonson, Dryden, Swift, Pope, and Dickens, as well as a whole series of writers who are now largely forgotten. Satire, Dr. Sperrin shows, can be a literature of explicit statements and overt provocation—but it can also be notoriously indirect, oblique, suggestive, and covert, complicated by an author's anonymity or pseudonymity. Dr. Sperrin meticulously analyses the references to transient political events that may mystify the contemporary reader. He also presents vivid and intriguing pen portraits of the satirists themselves along the way. Dr. Sperrin argues that if satire is to be contended with and reflected upon in all its provocative complexity—and if it is to be seen as anything more than a literature of political vandalism—then we must explore the full depth and intrigue of its past. This book offers a new starting point for our intellectual and imaginative contact with an important and fascinating kind of literature. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/british-studies

In this episode of the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast, we speak with Rina Groobman Cassouto, CEO of ContentMaster. Rina shares insights from her 30-year journey in technical writing. Starting with a background in English Literature, Rina transitioned into tech writing through a single course and went on to lead documentation teams and train writers globally. She emphasizes that technical writing today is more than just editing. It's about structuring information effectively. Technical writers who understand information architecture can turn disorganized content into valuable, user-friendly documentation. According to Rina, strong writing and a willingness to learn are more crucial than domain-specific knowledge, and hiring a technical writer should reflect that. She also adds about the role of AI in tech writing, viewing it as a helpful assistant rather than a replacement. Writers who bring strategic thinking and structural clarity to content creation will remain indispensable, even in an AI-driven future. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

In this captivating episode of History Rage, host Paul Bavill welcomes Professor Diane Watt, a distinguished scholar of English Literature from the University of Surrey and author of "God's Gentlewoman: The Life of Margaret Paston." Together, they delve into the remarkable life of Margaret Paston, a 15th-century woman who defied the stereotypes of her time and left behind an invaluable collection of letters that provide a window into the lives of mediaeval women.Challenging Medieval Misconceptions:- Diane passionately dispels the myth that mediaeval women were entirely subservient, highlighting the autonomy and influence women like Margaret Paston wielded in their domestic and social spheres.The Life and Letters of Margaret Paston:- Explore the fascinating life of Margaret Paston, a wealthy heiress who managed estates, engaged in legal disputes, and played a crucial role in her family's social and political manoeuvrings during the Wars of the Roses.- Discover the balance Margaret maintained between the extraordinary and the mundane, captured vividly in her letters that range from requests for crossbows to grocery lists.Women in Medieval Society:- Diane shares insights into the roles and responsibilities that women of Margaret's class undertook, challenging the notion that mediaeval women were devoid of power and independence.- Learn about the legal and societal structures that allowed women to inherit and manage wealth, and how widows like Margaret could wield considerable influence.Margaret's Legacy and Influence:- Understand the significance of Margaret's letters as a historical record, offering a rare glimpse into the lives of mediaeval women and their often-overlooked contributions to history.- Diane highlights the ongoing project of documenting a feminist literary history of women's writing in Britain and Ireland, furthering the recognition of women's voices throughout history.Join us as we uncover the life and legacy of Margaret Paston, a woman who defied mediaeval conventions and whose letters continue to educate and inspire. For more on this topic, pick up Diane's book, "God's Gentlewoman," available through the History Rage bookshop.Follow Diane on Bluesky at dianewatt.bsky.social and on Instagram at medievalist.on.the.runSupport History Rage on Patreon for early access to episodes, ad-free listening, and the exclusive History Rage mug. Subscribe at patreon.com/historyrage.Stay informed, stay passionate, and most importantly, stay angry! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elspeth Duncan, is a Trinidadian multi-hyphenate creative based in Tobago. Born into a scholarly family in St. Augustine, Trinidad, her father is a professor of botany, and her mother worked as a librarian. Elspeth's upbringing fostered a love for travel and learning, pursuing an education at the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, where she earned a B.A. in English Literature and minored in linguistics, general psychology and sociology at UWI. She later attained a Master of Philosophy in Criminology from the University of Cambridge, driven by a desire to explore rehabilitation. She took part in Activities and societies: Women's Football Team; New Hall Women's Cricket Team; Squash; Cycling Elspeth's creative journey began in the advertising industry, where she worked as a Copywriter for McCann Erickson and Lonsdale/Saatchi & Saatchi for nearly a decade, crafting compelling campaigns across various media. In 2000, she founded Happy Hippie Productions, later becoming THOU ART YOGA. Elspeth is a KRI-certified Kundalini Yoga instructor since 2002, and has taught locally and internationally. Her dedication to animal welfare blossomed after relocating to Tobago in 2012, where she founded her nonprofit/NGO -Venus Doggess Of Love. This initiative aims to rescue, rehabilitate, and advocate for animals, with the belief that “Love changes lives.” Elspeth's commitment has earned her accolades, including the 2018 Angostura Champions Award for her significant contributions to animal welfare. Elspeth is an accomplished writer, of poetry, fiction, articles for Caribbean and international publications and scripts for film and theatre. Her first published work of fiction, Daisy Chain, links 53 women to each other in a chain of eclectic vignettes, some of which Elspeth intends to translate into film. She also paints and composes song lyrics and music that blends electronic and acoustic elements, reflecting her varied artistic talents. Her award-winning films, such as *Venus & Magnet*, showcase her storytelling prowess. Elspeth runs an intimate dining experience called Table For Two, curating personalized meals, that celebrates love and connection. Currently residing in Tobago with her three rescue dogs, Venus, Sheba and Brindle, and three cats, ABBA, Krispin, and Angelo, Elspeth continues to advocate for animal rescue and welfare.Elspeth Duncan embodies a unique blend of creativity, compassion, and commitment to positive change. Whether through her teachings, philanthropic efforts, culinary creations, or artistic expressions, she continually seeks to inspire and instill a sense of harmony in the world around her. As a devoted animal advocate and a passionate yoga instructor, she is dedicated to raising awareness and fostering connections—one class, one meal, and one rescued animal at a time. Elspeth enjoys nature, the outdoors, traveling, independent films, social and environmental activism, conscious living and any creative pursuit. Connect with this wonderful creative at:https://linktr.ee/elspethduncanhttps://www.facebook.com/elspeth.duncanhttps://www.facebook.com/VenusDoggessOfLoveCharlotteville Tails'—official selection 2025 at @caribbeanfilmfest11 - 15 June 2025, Trinidad #CharlottevilleTails #carribeanfilmfestival...see TRAILER HERE-https://youtu.be/r1sn6e9N8oQ?si=TqM4vXKpKobX5ah6

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Megan Mary, author of the book The Dream Haunters. Megan Mary is an award-winning international bestselling metaphysical author, dreamworker and host of the Women's Dream Enlightenment podcast. She founded Inner Realms Publishing to provide book marketing services such as websites and bestseller campaigns to women authors.   In addition to a career spanning over twenty-five years creating and marketing websites, she holds an MA and BA in English Literature, is pursuing her PhD in Metaphysical Sciences and is a member of the International Association for the Study of Dreams and the Independent Book Publishers Association. She lives in Idaho with her husband and two cats.   Blending the genres of mystery, fantasy and speculative fiction, her debut series, Witches of Maple Hollow, launched in 2024 with The Dream Haunters. Book 2: The Dream Mirrors & Book 3 will both be released in 2025.   In my book review, I stated Dream Haunters by Megan Mary is an enchanting cozy mystery set in Maple Hollow. It's a perfect book for those who love fall, Halloween, and all things magic.   Hannah Skye heads to Maple Hollow when she learns her Aunt Jewelia, her last remaining relative, is missing. While there, she begins to recognize that her family has a lot of secrets - and these secrets have a direct impact on her.   Will she figure out what she is supposed to learn from the residents of Maple Hollow? Will she rightfully take her place in the family line? Will she be able to save her aunt from the dream haunters? More importantly, will she be able to save the world?   Megan creates a wonderful scene and cast of characters. You won't want to miss this cozy mystery.   Subscribe to Online for Authors to learn about more great books! https://www.youtube.com/@onlineforauthors?sub_confirmation=1   Join the Novels N Latte Book Club community to discuss this and other books with like-minded readers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3576519880426290   You can follow Author Megan Mary Website: https://www.meganmary.com/ IG: @meganmaryauthor Threads: @meganmaryauthor X: @MeganMaryAuthor Linkedin: @meganmaryi   Purchase The Dream Haunters on Amazon: Paperback: https://amzn.to/3QSwuw0 Ebook: https://amzn.to/4caaoyZ   Teri M Brown, Author and Podcast Host: https://www.terimbrown.com FB: @TeriMBrownAuthor IG: @terimbrown_author X: @terimbrown1   Want to be a guest on Online for Authors? Send Teri M Brown a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/onlineforauthors   #meganmary #thedreamhaunters #mystery #terimbrownauthor #authorpodcast #onlineforauthors #characterdriven #researchjunkie #awardwinningauthor #podcasthost #podcast #readerpodcast #bookpodcast #writerpodcast #author #books #goodreads #bookclub #fiction #writer #bookreview *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

This week we are joined by Sophie Stava! Sophie has loved to read as long as she can remember. Her passion for reading led her to study English Literature at University of California Santa Barbara, where received her B.A. She spent a number of years as (among other things) an event planner, executive recruiter, and ghostwriter before pursuing her own writing. She currently resides in Southern California with her family. When she isn't writing, you'll find her reading, acting as personal assistant to her children, and traveling. Count My Lies is her debut novel.This week, Sophie Stava shares her journey from California to Virginia and back, her love for literature, and how her upbringing influenced her writing career. We discuss the evolution of reading culture, exploring how social media has changed the way people discover books. Sophie also delves into her cultural identity, discussing her Jewish heritage and the balance between cultural and religious practices in her family. We also explore the transition from ghostwriting rom coms to writing thrillers and the challenges faced in the publishing industry. You don't want to miss our discussion about the excitement of achieving recognition, including being selected for the GMA book club and having Lindsay Lohan star in the adaptation of Count My Lies. Give this episode a listen!Recommendations From This Episode: Mean GirlsMiseryFollow Sophie Stava: @sophiejstavaFollow Carly: @carlyjmontagFollow Emily: @thefunnywalshFollow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpodPlease rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends! Email us: aloneatlunch@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hear from Michael Crumpler, CEO, Credit Benchmark and Jon Hilsenrath, former Wall St. Journal senior writer and founder of Serpa Pinto Advisory, as we examine early warning signs, strategic responses, and innovative risk management approaches needed in today's volatile trade environment. This podcast explores the intersection of trade policy and credit risk, offering insights for senior risk managers navigating an increasingly complex global landscape: Rising Credit Risk: How tariffs are reshaping the credit risk landscape across key global sectors and what early warning signs risk officers should be tracking. Capital Allocation Strategies: How CROs and portfolio managers should reframe risk appetites given significant credit deterioration in vulnerable sectors. Data-Driven Decision Making: The role of alternative data and credit consensus insights in scenario planning and stress testing for portfolios exposed to supply chain shocks and regulatory retaliation. Central Bank Response: Potential actions the Fed and ECB may take given impacts of tariffs on inflation, Treasury yields, and economic uncertainty. Links from today's discussion: Global Credit Risk Rising as Trade War Starts   Speaker Bios Michael Crumpler, CEO, Credit Benchmark Michael was appointed CEO of Credit Benchmark in June 2023 after serving in several key executive roles including most recently as Chief Operating Officer and Head of Risk. He is also a member of the Executive Committee. Prior to joining Credit Benchmark in 2016, Michael worked at Goldman Sachs in the Credit Risk Management & Advisory group covering a diverse portfolio of entities across the natural resources and public finance sectors. Before Goldman, Michael spent over 10 years in other credit risk and banking roles at Barclays, Dexia and Moody's Investors Service focused primarily on energy, infrastructure and U.S. public finance. Michael holds a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs and a Bachelor of English Literature from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.   Jon Hilsenrath, Former Wall St. Journal Senior Writer and Editor Author and 26-year veteran of The Wall Street Journal. Former chief economics correspondent, economics editor, markets editor and senior writer, based in New York, Hong Kong & Washington D.C. Pulitzer Prize finalist in 2014 for coverage of the Federal Reserve; part of WSJ team that was Pulitzer finalist in 2009 for coverage of financial crisis; contributed on-the-scene reporting to the WSJ's Sept. 11 coverage which won 2002 Pulitzer. Author of “Yellen,” a biography of the Treasury Secretary and former Federal Reserve Chairwoman, book described by The Economist magazine as "elegant and erudite." Wilson Center Fellow, 2021. Cum laude graduate of Duke University, Knight-Bagehot Fellow at Columbia University with MBA and M.A. Hong Kong University of Science and Technology alum. Partner of Duke economics department as Visiting Fellow.   Moderator Katherine Wolicki, Global Head of Engagement and Outreach, GARP Benchmarking Initiative (GBI) Katherine is the Global Head of Engagement and Outreach for GARP Benchmarking Initiative (GBI).  GBI plays a key role in supporting evidence-based policymaking through the provision of industry benchmarking studies.  Prior to this she was with HSBC for 12 years where she led the Global Financial and Model Risk Regulatory Policy and Engagement team for Risk. The team was responsible for the external regulatory interface for the Traded Risk, Treasury Risk Management and Global Risk Analytics function.  This included the provision of guidance on regulatory risk matters, regulatory policy interpretation and industry engagement.   Prior to this she was based in Brussels as a Public Affairs consultant specialising in financial services regulation.  Katie has an MA in International Economic Relations from American University and a Maîtrise in European and International Law from the University of La Reunion. She is a fluent French speaker and an avid hiker and mountaineer.     About Credit Benchmark Credit Benchmark is a leading provider of credit risk data and analytics. The company aggregates and anonymizes contributed risk data from over 40 global financial institutions, producing unique obligor-level Credit Consensus Ratings and other key credit metrics. Covering over 110,000 legal entities, 90% of which are not publicly rated—Credit Benchmark's insights are trusted by major financial institutions worldwide to enhance their internal credit risk analysis and gain accurate risk perspectives.

Episode 473 / Sarah Martin-Nuss (b. 1992, Corpus Christi, Texas) is an interdisciplinary artist working across painting, drawing, performance, and sound. Her work draws from biological systems, philosophical post-humanist thought, and the intricate web of ecological relationships, exploring themes of interconnectivity, transformation, and time. Martin-Nuss received her MFA in Painting and Drawing from Pratt Institute in 2024 and her BA in Fine Art and English Literature from Austin College in 2014. Martin-Nuss also studied visual arts at the Collège International de Cannes in Cannes, France and performance, sound, and video art at the School of Visual Arts in New York. In addition to her visual arts education, Martin-Nuss trained with the Meredith Monk Ensemble and is the producer, songwriter and vocalist for the avant-pop duo Dancing In Tongues. Her recent solo exhibitions include Future Currents, Rachel Uffner Gallery, New York, New York (2025); Pouring Water Into Water, Rachel Uffner Gallery, New York, New York (2024); and Open Systems, Prince & Wooster, New York, New York (2023). Her recent group exhibitions include The Figure Abstracted, Prince & Wooster, New York, New York (2024);The Blue Hour, PhillipsX, New York, New York (2024); Unfixed Ecosystems: Obsidian/Yarrow, Pfizer Factory, Brooklyn, New York (2024); What In The World, Steuben Gallery, Brooklyn, New York (2023); and Creative Distancing, Art Museum of South Texas, Corpus Christi, Texas (2020). Her work has been featured in Two Coats of Paint, Cultbytes, Art Spiel and New American Paintings and is included in the JPMorganChase Art Collection. Born in Corpus Christi, Texas, Martin-Nuss now lives and works in Brooklyn, New York.REGISTER FOR TONIGHT's TALK AT FUTURE FAIR HEREWHY I MAKE ART with Brian Alfred, Associate Professor of Art, Penn State and Host of Sound & Vision Podcast, Liz Nielsen, artist and exhibitor (Elijah Wheat Showroom), and artist E.E. Kono. THU, MAY 8, 5:45 PM; SPECIAL PROJECT 2 AT FUTURE FAIR

Scuzz Nation: Britain's slow and grubby decline If you want to understand why voters flocked to Reform last week, Gus Carter says, look no further than Goat Man. In one ward in Runcorn, ‘residents found that no one would listen when a neighbour filled his derelict house with goats and burned the animals' manure in his garden'. This embodies Scuzz Nation – a ‘grubbier and more unpleasant' Britain, ‘where decay happens faster than repair, where crime largely goes unpunished, and where the social fabric has been slashed, graffitied and left by the side of the road'. On the podcast, Gus speaks to Dr Lawrence Newport, founder of Crush Crime, to diagnose the issues facing Britain – and offer some solutions to stop the rot. (01:28) Next: is it demeaning to study Dickens? In the magazine this week, Philip Hensher reviews ‘Literature and Learning: A History of English Studies in Britain' by Stefan Collini. Philip's main gripe is that the history stops short of charting the threats posed to the study of English literature in the past fifty years. Accessible, ‘relevant' short stories are increasingly replacing the classics, as the monuments of Victorian literature defeat today's undergraduates. So can English literature still teach us how to read deeply in an age of diminishing attention spans? Philip joins the podcast alongside Orlando Reade, author and assistant professor at Northeastern University London, where he teaches English and creative writing. (17:47) And finally: are you a bad house guest? In the magazine, Christa D'Souza bemoans terrible house guests. Set against the idyllic backdrop of her home in the Greek Cyclades, she gives an account of the trials and absurdities of hosting – from towel-hoarding Americans to the toddler-like breakfast habits of many grown adults. She joins the podcast alongside our very own agony aunt, Mary Killen, to discuss further – and hopefully offer some advice on how better to deal with rude house guests. (29:04) Hosted by Lara Prendergast and Gus Carter. Produced by Oscar Edmondson.

Mollie Wilson O'Reilly preaches for the Fourth Sunday of Easter - Good Shepherd Sunday: "If we are blessed to be sheep in the care of a Good Shepherd, we can trust that shepherd to keep us safe. It's not our job to patrol the boundaries and keep trespassers out. It's not in our power to take anyone out of Jesus's hands."Mollie Wilson O'Reilly is editor-at-large and a contributing writer for Commonweal magazine, where she worked as an editor from 2008 through 2015. She grew up in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and graduated from Yale in 2003 with a BA in English Literature. She now serves on the board of trustees for the St. Thomas More Catholic Chapel and Center at Yale. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/05112025 to learn more about Mollie, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

Scuzz Nation: Britain's slow and grubby decline If you want to understand why voters flocked to Reform last week, Gus Carter says, look no further than Goat Man. In one ward in Runcorn, ‘residents found that no one would listen when a neighbour filled his derelict house with goats and burned the animals' manure in his garden'. This embodies Scuzz Nation – a ‘grubbier and more unpleasant' Britain, ‘where decay happens faster than repair, where crime largely goes unpunished, and where the social fabric has been slashed, graffitied and left by the side of the road'. On the podcast, Gus speaks to Dr Lawrence Newport, founder of Crush Crime, to diagnose the issues facing Britain – and offer some solutions to stop the rot. (01:28) Next: is it demeaning to study Dickens? In the magazine this week, Philip Hensher reviews ‘Literature and Learning: A History of English Studies in Britain' by Stefan Collini. Philip's main gripe is that the history stops short of charting the threats posed to the study of English literature in the past fifty years. Accessible, ‘relevant' short stories are increasingly replacing the classics, as the monuments of Victorian literature defeat today's undergraduates. So can English literature still teach us how to read deeply in an age of diminishing attention spans? Philip joins the podcast alongside Orlando Reade, author and assistant professor at Northeastern University London, where he teaches English and creative writing. (17:47) And finally: are you a bad house guest? In the magazine, Christa D'Souza bemoans terrible house guests. Set against the idyllic backdrop of her home in the Greek Cyclades, she gives an account of the trials and absurdities of hosting – from towel-hoarding Americans to the toddler-like breakfast habits of many grown adults. She joins the podcast alongside our very own agony aunt, Mary Killen, to discuss further – and hopefully offer some advice on how better to deal with rude house guests. (29:04) Hosted by Lara Prendergast and Gus Carter. Produced by Oscar Edmondson.

She endured a total thyroidectomy and survived the exhausting struggle of hyperthyroidism —then finally uncovered the secret that transformed her health. What was it?Sandy Kruse reveals how having thyroid cancer turned her life upside down, only to lead her to be her own health advocate. She talks about the difficult recovery, and the moment she realized that truly listening to her body was the key to healing. From experimenting with medications to refining her nutrition, Sandy's experience offers powerful lessons on navigating thyroid health. Tune in to hear how she turned every challenge into a stepping stone for her wellness and completely!Episode Timeline: 0:00 - Episode Overview1:18 - Podcast Intro 1:51 - Meet Sandy Kruse 3:00 - It all began after her second childbirth4:11 - Signs pointed to postpartum thyroiditis but went undiagnosed4:44 - Her daughter's cancer was followed by her own diagnosis6:05 - A sudden migraine revealed a hidden cancer7:53 - Doctors found five thyroid nodules and one was malignant8:44 - Full thyroid removal was recommended due to bilateral nodules9:17 - Exploring new options like radiofrequency ablation10:07 - Why choosing the right thyroid surgeon matters13:04 - Hypothyroidism stole her energy and sense of self14:35 - Learning how hormones and stress impacted her healing17:21 - Suppressed TSH triggered hyperthyroid symptoms for years18:44 - Hyperthyroid state and bone loss risks in perimenopause19:10 - Her wellness journey began after lowering thyroid meds20:46 - Severe symptoms and slow healing on T4-only meds21:16 - Addicted to acid blockers after rushed diagnosis22:22 - Developed Barrett's esophagus after trying to quit meds23:49 - How she managed digestion and iron levels through supplements25:56 - Estrogen dominance and low ferritin in her 40s26:44 - Confusion around weight gain and experimenting with diet28:17 - Developed insulin resistance while intermittent fasting29:02 - Stopped fasting and started listening to her body31:57 - Protein needs vary by lifestyle and body type32:53 - Protein requirements depend on activity and goals34:21 - Switched to collagen for joint pain relief in menopaus36:08 - Chose natural sugars over erythritol and monk fruit42:46 - Recommends fermented foods and human strain probiotics44:15 - Menopause and thyroid issues talk recommendation46:27 - Where to Connect with Sandy Kruse48:30 - Final Thanks and Episode Wrap-Up48:40 - Podcast Outro49:01 - Episode Conclusion and final takeaways About Sandy KruseSandy Kruse is a passionate advocate for alternative wellness and healing methods. A podcast host, Holistic Health Practitioner, biohacker, and aging-well enthusiast at 52, Sandy began her new career three years ago. With a Bachelor's in English Literature and a diploma in holistic nutrition from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, she develops healthier recipes and works one-on-one with women over 40 to uncover the root causes of their symptoms. After her thyroidectomy, she discovers how balance in body, mind, and soul is essential for living a happy, healthy life well into the golden years.Connect with Sandy Kruse Sandy Kruse's Website Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Access hundreds of free articles at www.NaturalEndocrineSolutions.com Visit Dr. Eric's YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/ To work with Dr. Eric, visit https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

The first classical school on Capitol Hill … GUEST Sarah Eekhoff Zylstra… senior writer and faith-&-work editor for The Gospel Coalition … also coauthor of “Gospelbound: Living with Resolute Hope in an Anxious Age” and editor of “Social Sanity in an Insta World”. Meet the Orb: The futuristic device that verifies you’re human in the age of AI… GUEST Dr Derek Schuurman … Professor of Computer Science, Calvin Univ … author of “Shaping a Digital World,“ and co-author of “A Christian Field Guide to Technology for Engineers & Designers”. The Last Romantic: CS Lewis, English Literature and Modern Theology (new book) … GUEST Jeffrey Barbeau … theologian, literary critic, historian and professor of theology at Wheaton College.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we are joined by Yang Yang, President, Vision Care at Bausch + Lomb, who shares her experiences throughout her 11+ years in the eye care industry, wisdom she learned throughout her career, and advice for others to grow their careers and leadership opportunities. Yang Yang also provides insights on mentorship, how travel can enrich your role, and her hopes for the future of eye care.About the guest:Yang Yang was appointed President, Vision Care, in June 2023, after previously serving as Senior Vice President, Global Vision Care, since November 2021. Ms. Yang joined Bausch + Lomb in February 2014, serving in positions of increasing responsibility. Previously, she served as Vice President, International Vision Care, from 2017 to 2021, and as Business Unit Director, Vision Care, China and Japan.Before joining Bausch + Lomb, Ms. Yang led marketing and sales teams for Johnson & Johnson, L'Oréal and Proctor & Gamble. She holds an MBA from the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan and a bachelor's degree in English Literature from Peking University.Like this episode? Please subscribe and share!iTunes | Spotify | Overcast | iHeartRadio | AmazonConnect with the OWA:Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook

Sign-up for my free 20-day devotional, The Word Before Work Foundations, at http://TWBWFoundations.com--Series: Five Mere ChristiansDevotional: 5 of 5[Jesus said,] remain in my love...I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. (John 15:9, 11)The search for joy was the dominant theme of C.S. Lewis's life. And he sought it apart from Christ in all the usual (and some unusual) places: alcohol abuse, an alleged affair with his dead best friend's mom, and perhaps most relatably his career.In 1925, after years of professional disappointments, Lewis landed his dream job as Fellow and Tutor in English Literature at Magdalen College in Oxford. In an induction ceremony that had all the pomp and circumstance a 467-year-old college can muster, Lewis knelt before the president of Magdalen College, who dramatically met his gaze and declared, “I wish you joy.” Lewis then rose and proceeded around the room, stopping in front of each new colleague who echoed the refrain: “I wish you joy,” “I wish you joy,” “I wish you joy.”I guarantee you that in that moment, C.S. Lewis believed he had finally found joy in the ultimate. He had achieved his vocational dream! But by God's grace, Lewis came to learn what every successful professional inevitably does: that without Christ, even a dream job will eventually turn into a nightmare. It is only by remaining in Christ's love that “your joy may be complete” (see John 15:11). Here's how Lewis himself said it years later: “God cannot give us a happiness and peace apart from Himself, because it is not there. There is no such thing.”Is it wrong to find joy in our work? Absolutely not! God created us to love our jobs (see Genesis 1:26-28 and Ecclesiastes 2:24). But Lewis's story and today's passage remind us that we mere Christians glorify God by finding our ultimate joy in Christ and not our work.Is your mood perfectly correlated to whether you're winning at work? Do you spend less time with the Lord when things aren't going your way? Are you unable to enjoy God's gift of rest from your work? Take it from someone with loads of experience in this area: If you answered yes to any of those questions, you're probably looking to your work to provide you with the ultimate joy that can be found only in Christ.If that's you, let me encourage you to do three things right now: Confess your idolatry to God and other believers Meditate on the gospel Ask the Lord for his power to enjoy the good gift of work without turning it into an idolatrous ultimate goodIn doing this, you will be glorifying God as you work today!

Trump's Iran U-turn, or is he still spinning? M*rder in Yemen. Starmer the most unpopular PM in history. And carpet-bombing bombing tents in GazaGeorge Galloway broadcasts live from Tehran with guests Professor Marani to discuss why its not looking like war between Iran and the US.Joseph Okechucku joins Moats to battle of culture and colonialism in Burkina Faso after thousands of people rallied in Burkina Faso's capital Ouagadougou on Wednesday in support of the military junta after an alleged coup attempt by France and the west.Professor Seyed Mohammad Marandi: Professor of English Literature and Orientalism at the University of Tehran - Twitter: https://twitter.com/s_m_marandi- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Prof.MohammadMarandi/Joseph Okechucku: Youtuber and Political Commentator- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk4nAIu1RfciUA7FRliRgJA  Become a MOATS Graduate at https://plus.acast.com/s/moatswithgorgegalloway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Marx was rightHaving fallen out of favour around the turn of the century, Marxism is now back in fashion, often playing the role of an alternative to the increasingly right-wing politics of the modern world. Once the guiding ideology of Korean guerillas and Hampstead screenwriters alike, Marxism is back and taking universities and intellectual circles by storm, capturing the minds of students and teachers alike. In a time of Brexit, billionaires, and MAGA, Terry Eagleton defends the Marxist alternative, challenging the standard critiques and explaining why the German philosopher's thoughts remain as relevant as ever.Terry Eagleton is one of the world's most influential literary theorists and critics. He is Professor of English Literature at the University of Lancaster, and also the author of more than 40 books, including "Literary Theory: An Introduction" (1983) and "Why Marx Was Right" (2011).And don't hesitate to email us at podcast@iai.tv with your thoughts or questions on the episode!To witness such debates live buy tickets for our upcoming festival: https://howthelightgetsin.org/festivals/And visit our website for many more articles, videos, and podcasts like this one: https://iai.tv/You can find everything we referenced here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You've undoubtably heard of Dr. Seuss. The author of The Cat in the Hat, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, Green Eggs and Ham, Horton Hears a Who! The Lorax, and so many other classic works of children's literature. But... how much do you know about Ted Geisel? Ted is the man behind the pseudonym, and he lived a very interesting life. And he wasn't able to make a living as the author of children's book until he was in his fifties.Merch and more: www.badmagicproductions.com Timesuck Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious PrivateFacebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch-related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast.Sign up through Patreon, and for $5 a month, you get access to the entire Secret Suck catalog (295 episodes) PLUS the entire catalog of Timesuck, AD FREE. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch.

A dystopian reality has gripped America's colleges and universities: ICE agents are snatching and disappearing international students in broad daylight; student visas are being revoked en masse overnight; funding cuts and freezes are upending countless careers and our entire public research infrastructure; students are being expelled and faculty fired for speaking out against Israel's US-backed genocidal war on Gaza and ethnic cleansing of Palestinians. An all-out assault on higher ed and the people who live, learn, and work there is being led by the federal government and aided by law enforcement, internet vigilantes, and even university administrators. Today's climate of repression recalls that of McCarthyism and the height of the anti-communist Red Scare in the 1950s, but leading scholars of McCarthyism and political repression say that the attacks on higher education, free speech, and political repression we're seeing today are “worse” and “much broader.” In this installment of The Real News Network podcast, TRNN Editor-in-Chief Maximillian Alvarez speaks with a panel of scholars about the Trump administration's authoritarian war on higher education in America, the historical roots of the attacks we're seeing play out today, and what lessons we can draw from history about how to fight it. Panelists include: Ellen Schrecker, a historian and author who has written extensively about McCarthyism and American higher education, and a member of the American Association of University Professors national committee on academic freedom and tenure. Schrecker is the author and co-editor of numerous books, including: The Right To Learn: Resisting the Right-Wing Attack on Academic Freedom; The Lost Promise: American Universities in the 1960s; No Ivory Tower: McCarthyism and the Universities; and Many Are the Crimes: McCarthyism in AmericaDavid Palumbo-Liu, Louise Hewlett Nixon Professor in Comparative Literature at Stanford University, host of the podcast Speaking Out of Place, and author of several books, including: Speaking Out of Place: Getting Our Political Voices Back; The Deliverance of Others: Reading Literature in a Global Age; and Asian/American: Historical Crossings of a Racial FrontierAlan Wald, H. Chandler Davis Collegiate Professor Emeritus of English Literature and American Culture at the University of Michigan. Wald is an editor of Against the Current and Science & Society, he serves as a member of the academic council of Jewish Voice for Peace, and he is the author of a trilogy of books from the University of North Carolina Press: Exiles from a Future Time: The Forging of the Mid-Twentieth-Century Literary Left; Trinity of Passion: The Literary Left and the Antifascist Crusade; and American Night: The Literary Left in the Era of the Cold WarStudio Production: David HebdenAudio Post-Production: Jules TaylorHelp

Summer Bacon is a spiritual teacher, and has been a Trance Medium for the beautiful spirit, Dr. James Martin Peebles since 1994. She first met Dr. Peebles in 1989, through Trance Medium, Thomas Jacobson [To Dance with Angels, by Don & Linda Pendleton]. When Thomas quit channeling, she decided that she did not want to lose her connection with Dr. Peebles, and proceeded to set out to "find" him with her heart.Summer has been a spiritual seeker all of her life. At the age of 11 months she realized that she was here on earth to find out "what this truth thing is about once and for all." For most of her early life, Summer spent much of her time trying to avoid or deny the spiritual occurrences that bombarded her on a daily basis. Visitations from spirits and angels, memories from other lifetimes, powerful psychic experiences (including prophetic dreams), visits from extraterrestrials, and out of body experiences were part of her days and nights while she attempted to live like a "normal" child and teenager.She obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from UCLA in 1984, and immediately went to work for ABC-TV during the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Later she was hired to work for Goodson-Todman Productions as a Prize Coordinator for the game show Super Password. She also spent two years managing her family's state-of-the-art 24-track recording studio, Skyline Recording, in the early 1980s. In 1984 she was hired by a staff leasing company where she worked as Director of Employee Benefits, and eventually as Director of Employee Communications. In 1989, she bought the Communications Division and began working independently as a graphic designer, typesetter, writer and marketer.As a graphic designer, developing corporate images and writing ad copy couldn't have been easier. Making use of her natural psychic skills, she would consult one-on-one with Spirit about what her clients' needs were and through this guidance was often able to design the perfect corporate image before she even met with them.Still, there was a burning desire to reconnect with Dr. Peebles again, and so she sat night after night relentlessly seeking him with her heart for nearly seven years, until December 4, 1994 when she at last went into a deep trance, and he spoke through her. For the next three years she channeled hundreds of spirits, including dearly departed loved ones, for anyone who needed help. She did all of the channelings for free, while still running her graphic design business and raising her two daughters.During this time, Summer was also in a very abusive marriage, and eventually made the difficult decision to escape. She began to raise her two children alone, with very little financial support. She was living on the edge of poverty when two of her dear friends encouraged her to go public with her channeling. She nervously did her first Open Session as a Trance Medium for Dr. Peebles in 1996. From there, word of mouth kept her busy with Open Sessions and Private Sessions, and she was able to buy a house in 2004During the fiscal collapse of 2008 she ended up filing bankruptcy and surrendering her home. She knows what it means to lose everything, start over, and keep moving forward, and then lose everything, start over, and keep moving forward again.Although it was difficult, she knows that she would not be the spiritual teacher that she is today, with the ability to relate to people and their challenges. Her deep and abiding love and for, and relationship with, God and Spirit kept her going during the darkest times of her life. As she says, "God's love is real and constant," and was, and still is, her strength in life.Summer's mission is not to prove the existence of God and Spirit to anyone, but rather to help demystify mysticism in order to empower people to create their own relationship with God and Spirit. Aside from channeling Dr. Peebles, her greatest passion has been about sharing of her experiences through group seminars and coaching session. For nearly 30 years, she has helped and guided thousands of individuals to develop a deeper personal connection with God and Spirit, and understand and conquer the fears and misconceptions that often accompany this desire for spiritual growth.Please enjoy my conversation with Summer Bacon.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

Dale Walsh is a coach for the families of those diagnosed with schizophrenia. He has been coaching these families for several years and is the creator of the LIVELOVE method to help his clients. He is guided by the mantra “Recovery is Always an Option.” Following a thirteen-week hospitalization after being “extracted” from Dartmouth College in 1975, he was in a private psychiatric program where he was hospitalized nine times over five years. He then moved into his own unsupervised apartment and returned to college at Fairleigh Dickinson University, from where he graduated magna cum laude in English Literature. Diagnosed 50 years ago, Dale has been episode-free for the past 32. His mental health journey has evolved from total psychosis to a miraculous recovery. He has lived independently for forty years. His website  http://www.dewlivelove.net/  

Send us a textJoin us in our mission of changing lives through literacy!  Dr. Valcine Brown is a veteran high school English Language Arts teacher serving in public education. Dr Brown holds a BA in English Literature, an MFA in Humanities: Creative Writing, an MFA in English Literature, and a PhD in Education: Curriculum and Instruction. Understanding the connection between literacy and economic prosperity, her passion is increasing literacy in adolescents, an often-neglected topic. Dr. Brown was born and raised in So. California, where she still resides. Watch this video to learn more about the impact of literacy on individuals and communities. Let's make a difference together!https://drvalcinebrown.com/To help you reflect further on your career, I created a FREE guide: From Corporate to Calling: Questions to Discern God's Direction. Download this FREE guide right now: https://bit.ly/4luZMPeCHECK OUT MY AMAZON STOREFRONThttps://www.amazon.com/shop/hustleinfaith?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FKSGQXW39Z0HJPG8AMXZHOW CAN YOU SUPPORT HUSTLE IN FAITH?If you enjoy listening to⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hustle in Faith⁠⁠⁠⁠ and would like to support the show, please consider doing one or more of the following:Leave a review about the HustleinFaith podcast:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ratethispodcast.com/hustleinfaith⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠Donate: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2461272/supporters/newCheck out our Shop:  ⁠https://starengucrew.com/⁠JOIN SINGLE AVENUE SQUADhttps://community.singleavenuesquad.com/GET THE HOW TO LIVE AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFE, WITH OR WITHOUT MR. RIGHT BOOK AND WORKBOOKWebsite: https://withorwithoutmrright.com/books/Book: https://amzn.to/3ZjtBJJWorkbook: https://amzn.to/4guXFYALeave a review about the book: https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review?asin=B0DMVP65PRAudiobook: https://withorwithoutmrright.com/books/LISTEN TO CHAPTER ONEhttps://app.helloaudio.fm/feed/3228c79f-0dea-4f6b-a428-d7fcfd1f72f5/signupSupport the showLET'S CONNECT! I'm @HustleinFaith on all social networks.

This week J. Jason Hicks shares insights into battling resistance, the importance of daily writing practice, and the influence of authors like Steven Pressfield. Marcus and Hicks discuss how adversity can shape our paths, the significance of authentic partnerships, and practical advice for aspiring writers. Hicks also highlights his upcoming projects and how he integrates his life experiences into his work. Episode Highlights: 09:22 The Writing Process 27:31 Overcoming Adversity and Finding Purpose 34:55 Creating Your Universe 36:50 The Power of Daily Writing 46:07 Advice for Aspiring Authors 49:33 The Importance of a Supportive Partner Jason Hicks studied English Literature, Political Science, and World Religions with a focus on classic literature at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. Ruinwaster’s Bane: The Annals of the Last Emissary is his debut novel. He lives in Tucson, Arizona with his wife and his dog. A one-eyed Boxer named Drake. Learn more at: www.jjasonhicks.com Get Jason’s book at: https://a.co/d/3FKu9m9 Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

William Boyd is the author of eighteen novels, five short story collections and numerous screenplays. His first published novel, A Good Man in Africa, was inspired by his childhood in West Africa. He is well known for writing ‘whole life' novels including Any Human Heart which he adapted as a BAFTA-winning television series. He was born in Accra in Ghana where his Scottish father worked as a doctor, specialising in tropical medicine. In 1964 the family moved to Ibadan, Nigeria where he witnessed the Nigerian Civil War – the Biafran War – which had a profound effect on him both personally and professionally.He read English Literature and Philosophy at the University of Glasgow and became a lecturer in English at St Hilda's College, Oxford. During this period he wrote novels and short stories on the side until his breakthrough novel, A Good Man in Africa, was published in 1981. In 2005 he was appointed CBE for services to literature.William lives in London with his wife Susan and over 10,000 books.DISC ONE: Sunday - Mandy Patinkin (George), Sunday in the Park with George Original Broadway Cast Ensemble and Orchestra DISC TWO: Sorry Sorry - Femi Kuti DISC THREE: Away Down the River - Alison Krauss DISC FOUR: Que reste-t-il de nos amours - Charles Trenet DISC FIVE: Daniel - Elton John DISC SIX: Britten: Violin Concerto, Op. 15: 1. Moderato con moto. Performed by Janine Jansen (violin) London Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Paavo Järvi DISC SEVEN: Brahms: Horn Trio In E Flat, Op. 40 - 1. Andante - Poco più animato. Performed by György Sebök (piano) Arthur Grumiaux (violin), Francis Orval (horn) DISC EIGHT: Al Otro Lado del Río - Jorge DrexlerBOOK CHOICE: Pale Fire by Vladimir Nabokov LUXURY ITEM: A piano CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: Daniel - Elton JohnPresenter Lauren Laverne Producer Paula McGinley

How do you talk to young children about a topic as complex and uncomfortable as pornography? In this powerful episode, Kristen Jenson, author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures, shares how she turned a heartbreaking story into a mission to help families navigate this critical conversation. She explains why it's essential to start these discussions early, before curiosity and online access collide, and offers practical strategies to empower kids to respond safely if they encounter explicit content. This episode is a must-listen for any caregiver seeking to proactively safeguard their children in the digital age.Links Discussed in This Episode |Fight the New DrugConnect with Kristen:Website/Books: www.defendyoungminds.com/booksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DefendYM/Instagram: @defendyoungmindsX: @defendYMLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/defend-young-mindsAbout Kristen |Kristen A. Jenson is the author of the #1 best-selling GOOD PICTURES BAD PICTURES books and producer of the BRAIN DEFENSE: DIGITAL SAFETY curriculum. She founded DefendYoungMinds.com to help parents and professionals raise empowered, resilient, screen-smart kids. Kristen has testified before the Washington State Senate on the public health crisis of pornography and continues to raise her strong voice at international conferences such as the United Nations Civil Societies Conference and the National Coalition to End Sexual Exploitation Global Summit. She is a trusted guest on a variety of media platforms as she speaks up for protecting children from all forms of sexual exploitation.Kristen is the lucky mom of three and grandmother of two, and currently lives with her husband and awfully cute dog in Washington State. She earned a B.A. in English Literature and an M.A. in Organizational Communication. In her spare time, she gardens, listens to books on Audible, and treasures sharing good food with family and friends. Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.Questions |You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.If you've been struggling with motivation to declutter or work through bad habits that keep you stuck, I'd love to help you achieve your goals! We'll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your life are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away.  For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact!Our Sponsors:* Check out Acorns: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALIST* Check out Armoire and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://www.armoire.style* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://happymammoth.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy