Podcasts about Focusing

While many Cyclones have experienced March Madness in all forms, Killyan Toure and Dominykas Pleta have not. Several Cyclones share their favorite March memories and the importance of staying present in the moment. Plus, Chris Williams gives five reasons Iowa State could make a Final 4. All of that and more with Jake Brend on the Daily Clone, presented by Wyffels Hybrids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When every earthly support is stripped away and you are faced with the "executioner's sword," where do you turn for protection? Is it possible to maintain unshakeable joy while trapped in solitary confinement, falsely accused, and surrounded by the darkest of circumstances? In those moments when the enemy hurls his most poisonous arrows of doubt and fear, how do we find a shield that truly holds?In this episode, Tracie and Abigail continue the season When War Comes”through the breathtaking life of missionary Darlene Deibler Rose. Focusing on the Shield of Faith, we explore Darlene's four-year journey as a POW in the jungles of New Guinea and the Japanese internment camps. Her testimony is a powerful demonstration of how faith acts as a practical, protective barrier against the onslaught of the devil—reminding us that when we take up this shield, God provides the "evidence of things not seen" to sustain us through the fire.If you know of someone who can be helped by listening to the Abundant Living Podcast, please share this episode with them. Please let us know what you think by rating and reviewing this podcast in your podcasting app! We love hearing from our listeners, whether through comments on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or messaging us on our website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠christianladiesfellowship.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You may also apply to be a part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our private Facebook group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, but be sure to answer all the questions and agree to the group rules when you click to join.You can also email Tracie directly at tburns@immanueljax.org. Thank you for being part of this uplifting and encouraging community of ladies who want to live abundantly for the Lord!

The Inattention Economy: How Women of Color Built the Internet (U Minnesota Press, 2026) by Dr. Lisa Nakamura challenges the widespread myth that the internet was born from the labor of a handful of white male entrepreneurs, recovering the uncredited and unpaid contributions of women of color. Focusing on three key inflection points in computing—the microchip era of the 1960s and '70s, the rise of social media in the 2000s, and A.I.-fueled virtual reality in the 2020s—Dr. Nakamura illuminates these women's instrumental roles in building new technologies and making them coherent to users. From the Navajo women who manufactured the first semiconductor circuits in New Mexico to Tila Tequila, the queer Vietnamese American refugee who became the first true internet influencer in the MySpace age, to Black virtual reality creators, Dr. Nakamura highlights how women's gendered and racialized identities have uniquely positioned them to mediate the development and proliferation of new technologies. She exposes how these women have been structurally excluded from racial capitalism's benefits while their labor is considered as exploitable and inexhaustible as that of machines. Confronting this injustice, she focuses our attention on their work, which undergirds and makes possible the platforms ingrained in our daily lives. Arguing for both recognition and material compensation for these women's labor, The Inattention Economy is a powerful counterhistory of Silicon Valley and a persuasive call to imagine a different kind of internet. 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

The Inattention Economy: How Women of Color Built the Internet (U Minnesota Press, 2026) by Dr. Lisa Nakamura challenges the widespread myth that the internet was born from the labor of a handful of white male entrepreneurs, recovering the uncredited and unpaid contributions of women of color. Focusing on three key inflection points in computing—the microchip era of the 1960s and '70s, the rise of social media in the 2000s, and A.I.-fueled virtual reality in the 2020s—Dr. Nakamura illuminates these women's instrumental roles in building new technologies and making them coherent to users. From the Navajo women who manufactured the first semiconductor circuits in New Mexico to Tila Tequila, the queer Vietnamese American refugee who became the first true internet influencer in the MySpace age, to Black virtual reality creators, Dr. Nakamura highlights how women's gendered and racialized identities have uniquely positioned them to mediate the development and proliferation of new technologies. She exposes how these women have been structurally excluded from racial capitalism's benefits while their labor is considered as exploitable and inexhaustible as that of machines. Confronting this injustice, she focuses our attention on their work, which undergirds and makes possible the platforms ingrained in our daily lives. Arguing for both recognition and material compensation for these women's labor, The Inattention Economy is a powerful counterhistory of Silicon Valley and a persuasive call to imagine a different kind of internet. 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/native-american-studies

The Inattention Economy: How Women of Color Built the Internet (U Minnesota Press, 2026) by Dr. Lisa Nakamura challenges the widespread myth that the internet was born from the labor of a handful of white male entrepreneurs, recovering the uncredited and unpaid contributions of women of color. Focusing on three key inflection points in computing—the microchip era of the 1960s and '70s, the rise of social media in the 2000s, and A.I.-fueled virtual reality in the 2020s—Dr. Nakamura illuminates these women's instrumental roles in building new technologies and making them coherent to users. From the Navajo women who manufactured the first semiconductor circuits in New Mexico to Tila Tequila, the queer Vietnamese American refugee who became the first true internet influencer in the MySpace age, to Black virtual reality creators, Dr. Nakamura highlights how women's gendered and racialized identities have uniquely positioned them to mediate the development and proliferation of new technologies. She exposes how these women have been structurally excluded from racial capitalism's benefits while their labor is considered as exploitable and inexhaustible as that of machines. Confronting this injustice, she focuses our attention on their work, which undergirds and makes possible the platforms ingrained in our daily lives. Arguing for both recognition and material compensation for these women's labor, The Inattention Economy is a powerful counterhistory of Silicon Valley and a persuasive call to imagine a different kind of internet. 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/asian-american-studies

First up on this week's Inside Business is Ireland's housing crisis and where it is felt most – Dublin city. Mark Fitzgerald is chairman of the Fine Gael Commission for renewal and a non-executive director of Sherry FitzGerald Group. He joined host Cliff Taylor in studio to discuss a recent piece he wrote for the Irish Times where he highlights restrictive geography and the lack of imagination around land use and zoning as some of the key contributors to the challenging housing situation in the capital. But what decisions led to the current scarcity of supply and what choices could be made to meet demand for future generations in the capital?Also on this episode, the latest report from the Economic and Social Research Institute suggests Ireland is trending to fall far below the 2030 targets as set out in the Climate Action Plan.Focusing on decarbonising Irish households, the report highlights the slow uptake in retrofitting and the installation of heat pumps. The report also points out some of the barriers preventing homeowners from taking such measures.Muireann Lynch is a Senior Research Officer with the ESRI and co-authored the report. She joined Cliff on the line to go through the report's key points.Produced by John Casey with JJ Vernon on sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  This week on the podcast, I'm joined by Andy Bounds, recognized as the UK Sales Trainer of the Year. We're tackling a topic that I know sales professionals everywhere are going to find useful: how communication can be the accelerator for driving more sales, faster.   Andy shares practical, actionable strategies for transforming the way leaders and sales teams engage with customers—shifting the focus from pushing harder or offering discounts to truly connecting, understanding, and delivering memorable value. We dig into common communication missteps that create confusion or resistance, reveal the power of results and offer tips for making sales meetings both engaging and results-driven.   Outline of This Episode   [00:00] Communication drives successful selling [04:04] Focus on outcomes, not sales [08:08] Effective communication tips [11:39] How to be memorable [15:30] Attract customers like current ones [18:27] Targeted niches boost success [20:06] Sales pitch and price objection [22:59] Creating transformative value Selling Is Communication   As Andy highlights, selling isn't a discrete event—it's a series of communications, from the first outreach to the final proposal. Each touchpoint, whether it's a LinkedIn message, a coffee meeting, or a presentation, is a potential turning point in the sales process. Successful sales hinge on getting each stage right, making communication skills arguably the most important ability for today's sales professionals.   Many salespeople believe that shortcuts like pushing harder or offering discounts are the keys to speeding up deal cycles. Andy disagrees, speed comes from clarity, empathy, and excitement about the value you create. Pushing or discounting may close a deal, but it devalues your brand and often leaves the customer with a negative experience. Communication should be focused entirely on what the customer wants, be empathetic, respectful, and charming, and use an appropriate pace.   A memorable, compelling pitch should help the customer see why they are truly "better off after" working with you—what Andy calls "afters." Focusing on the customer's desired future state, rather than on your company's history or features, accelerates decisions and builds trust.   Making Your Communication Memorable   Andy offers a practical tip for those struggling to stand out: make every interaction memorable and charming, not by being slick, but by genuinely caring about the customer's outcomes. Sales isn't about selling your product; it's about selling the positive change your solution will bring to the customer—those crucial results. The formula for charm is simple: be empathetic, focus on their goals, and start by asking what they want to achieve.    What Buyers Really Want—and Where Sellers Go Wrong   Instead of detailed product overviews or self-serving presentations, buyers need two things: certainty they'll achieve their results, and a memorable, confident interaction. Most salespeople spend more time focusing on themselves and their past, when they should spend more time focusing on the customer and the customer's future. Replace the "we were founded in 1922" slide with a story relevant to their goals. Instead of info-dumps, provide proof and certainty that you can deliver.   According to Andy, what trips up salespeople is failing to create an engaging start and a clear call to action. Every communication should begin by connecting to the customer's interests, and every pitch, email, or meeting should close with a suggested next step—not vague platitudes. Without engagement and actionable closes, customers become confused, hesitant, or simply disengaged.   Top Skills and Proven Strategies   Andy shares two key skills that transform results: raise the desired outcome early and ask for referrals. Seeking introductions from happy clients to others like them is an underused and highly effective tactic that benefits all parties. To make communications memorable, Andy Bounds recommends a simple exercise: jot down what buyers actually remember (stories, focus on their needs, humor, interactivity), and make these the pillars of every engagement.   Andy also shares the story of helping a client win a multi-billion-pound deal—not by discounting, but by confidently focusing on the results and preparing for common objections. Effective communication is about articulating authentic value and being ready for the concerns that inevitably arise. Resources & People Mentioned     Connect with Andy Bounds Andy Bounds on| LinkedIn  Connect With Paul Watts  LinkedIn Twitter    Subscribe to SALES REINVENTED Audio Production and Show Notes by PODCAST FAST TRACK https://www.podcastfasttrack.com  

The Inattention Economy: How Women of Color Built the Internet (U Minnesota Press, 2026) by Dr. Lisa Nakamura challenges the widespread myth that the internet was born from the labor of a handful of white male entrepreneurs, recovering the uncredited and unpaid contributions of women of color. Focusing on three key inflection points in computing—the microchip era of the 1960s and '70s, the rise of social media in the 2000s, and A.I.-fueled virtual reality in the 2020s—Dr. Nakamura illuminates these women's instrumental roles in building new technologies and making them coherent to users. From the Navajo women who manufactured the first semiconductor circuits in New Mexico to Tila Tequila, the queer Vietnamese American refugee who became the first true internet influencer in the MySpace age, to Black virtual reality creators, Dr. Nakamura highlights how women's gendered and racialized identities have uniquely positioned them to mediate the development and proliferation of new technologies. She exposes how these women have been structurally excluded from racial capitalism's benefits while their labor is considered as exploitable and inexhaustible as that of machines. Confronting this injustice, she focuses our attention on their work, which undergirds and makes possible the platforms ingrained in our daily lives. Arguing for both recognition and material compensation for these women's labor, The Inattention Economy is a powerful counterhistory of Silicon Valley and a persuasive call to imagine a different kind of internet. 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/american-studies

Nobody tells you that curiosity is a skill. Or that humor can be built. Or that the way you think is quietly deciding everything. Most of us are running on borrowed opinions — System One thinking dressed up as personality. We consume the same content, absorb the same views, and wonder why we feel forgettable. This episode breaks down five traits that genuinely change your trajectory: deep thinking, curiosity, uniqueness, humor, and enthusiasm. Not as abstract ideals — as practical, buildable skills that compound over time. Sam shares real frameworks, a few uncomfortable truths about how your algorithm is quietly shaping your identity, and why the most interesting people in any room aren't born that way. Train your attention like a muscle — distraction is the enemy of deep thought Curiosity isn't fixed; it's a lens you can deliberately apply to anything Humor follows rules — and once you know them, you can actually get funnier The traits that change your life are the ones nobody thought to teach you — until now. SPONSORS

In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed:  Understanding how annuity commissions work Avoiding misleading "no-commission" products Focusing on contractual guarantees, not hype Shopping broadly and matching products to needs   Key Takeaways:  Understand how annuity commissions work Annuity commissions come from the insurance company's reserves, not the client's premium. Your invested amount is fully at work, meaning commissions don't reduce your initial principal. Some fee-only or fiduciary advisors label annuities as no-commission but layer ongoing advisory or wrap fees, which can equal or exceed traditional commissions, making them economically similar or worse. Strip away marketing claims and illustrations. Ask: what is guaranteed, what risk is transferred, and when do guarantees start? Decisions should be based on these concrete, contractually defined elements. There's no single "best" annuity. Choose the one that solves your specific problem, offers the highest contractual guarantees, and aligns with your income goals. Avoid flashy promises and always compare multiple carriers.   "There's nothing complex about the annuity business. The only people making it complex are the people selling it." —  Stan The Annuity Man   Connect with The Annuity Man:  Website: http://theannuityman.com/  Email: Stan@TheAnnuityMan.com  Book: Owner's Manuals: https://www.stantheannuityman.com/how-do-annuities-work YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCXKKxvVslbeGAlEc5sra2g  Get a Quote Today: https://www.stantheannuityman.com/annuity-calculator!

Plus: Italian bank UniCredit has offered to buy all the remaining shares of Germany's Commerzbank. And Intuit plans to roughly double its stock buybacks to shore up its falling stock. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You don't see more yellow cars because there are more yellow cars. You see them because you're finally looking. I ordered a new MacBook and spent half my morning staring out the window at every truck that drove by. That's when it hit me — I never notice UPS trucks until I'm expecting one. And that's not just a delivery problem. That's a life problem. In episode #1490, I break down the Yellow Car Theory and what it reveals about where your focus is actually pointed — because whatever you're looking for, you're going to find. The question is whether you're hunting for opportunities or rehearsing obstacles. What you're focused on is what's coming for you. Hit play. Then check your lens. Who This Episode Is For If your mind spends more time on the hurdles than the finish line — this one's for you. Key Takeaways Your brain finds what it's trained to look for — focus on opportunity and you'll see opportunity everywhere The Yellow Car Theory isn't magic. It's proof that attention is the most powerful thing you control Focusing on obstacles doesn't prepare you for them — it invites more of them into your line of sight Your mind takes everything you tell it seriously. What you say to yourself is a directive, not a suggestion Energy spent on things outside your control is energy stolen from everything inside it Questions for Reflection If someone transcribed your thoughts today, would they show a mind focused on the finish line — or the hurdle? What yellow car have you been training your mind to miss because fear or doubt keeps hijacking the lens? Where are you wasting energy on things you cannot control — and what could that energy build if redirected? Action Steps Define your yellow car today. Write down the one opportunity, goal, or outcome you want to start seeing more of — then deliberately look for evidence of it every day this week. Every time you catch yourself focused on an obstacle, pause and reframe: what do I want to happen here instead? Identify one thing in your life you've been frustrated about that is completely outside your control. Make a decision right now to redirect that energy somewhere it can actually move something. Featured Quote "What you're looking at is what you're going to find. Focus on the good yellow cars in your life — and pursue those."

This week, I explore a positive “mind game” you can play in your photography that can inspire you to see your work differently. These mental strategies can motivate you to approach each shoot with fresh energy and purpose.  Your approach as you head out the door says a lot about your work. Are you looking for things, emotions, ideas, or concepts? What you set up as the basics is what will come out of the work. Recognizing how your mindset shapes your focus can help you aim for deeper, more meaningful photography. So if you want deep work, look for something more than just a thing. Part of our mindset as we head out the door will ultimately determine what we photograph that day. It isn’t uncommon to head out thinking about things we want to photograph. Places, people, and natural elements are all common things I myself want to go photograph.  However, what if we shifted away from things to photograph and toward a feeling or an idea we want to photograph? Would that make for more meaningful images? Would that have us connect to our work differently? Focusing on feelings or ideas can deepen our engagement and bring new perspectives. No matter the seed we plant in our minds as we head out the door about what to photograph, it affects everything we see through the lens.  If we make a more conscious, more focused effort to consider what we might photograph, we may discover what truly matters to us when we take a picture. It might surprise us that the essence isn’t just about the object itself.  Upcoming Events: Adventures in the Palouse Workshop: Join me in the Palouse from June 21st to 26th for an immersive photography adventure. One spot left “In Practice” Exhibition: If you're in Seattle, don't miss this exhibition at the Photographic Center Northwest, running from April 2nd to June 7th. I'll be there for the artist reception on April 9th at 6 pm — come say hi! Stay Connected: Newsletter: Sign up on my website, danieljgregory.com, to stay updated on classes, webinars, art sales, and studio happenings. Podcast Updates: The Perceptive Photographer podcast drops every Monday. Don't miss out on new episodes and the “In Conversations” series with amazing photographers like Ken Carlson, Rachel Demi, and Jenny Hansen. Thank you for being part of this journey with me. Your support means the world! d-

What if the way you're praying is missing one key element?In today's episode, I share a spiritual “aha” moment that completely reframed how I understand prayer — especially when we're asking God for miracles.After reading the book The Circle Maker and wrestling with some questions, I decided to write God a letter.The answer I received changed everything.We're talking about:Why some prayers seem more powerful than othersThe importance of getting a clear “yes” from GodThe difference between begging and praying with expectationHow intentional focus may impact the miracles you're seekingI'm sharing this in real time — not as someone who has it all figured out, but as someone learning alongside you. If you've been praying for change… this episode is for you.ANNOUNCEMENT: Details about a new online support group for those navigating the pain of a loved one leaving the Church.To get on the support group list, click on ⁠shireebest.com⁠ , fill out the contact form at the bottom of the home page, with the word "Interested". Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

Hygiene production problems don't start this week — they were built months ago through leading indicators you can track and influence. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt sits down with ACT Dental coach Ariel Siegel to explain why hygiene production is a lagging indicator and how to improve it by focusing on reappointment rate, perio diagnosis, and perio acceptance. You'll learn what hygiene breakdown looks like in real time, what predictable stability looks like when systems are working, and the simplest numbers to start tracking today so you can engineer future results instead of reacting to past ones.Listen to Episode 1021 of The Best Practices Show!Main TakeawaysHygiene production is a lagging indicator that is built three to six months before the appointment through daily behaviors and tracking.Reviewing last week or last month's numbers shows where you were, but it doesn't give you a chance to change those results now.Reappointment rate, perio diagnosis, and perio acceptance are leading indicators that drive future hygiene production.When hygiene is built poorly, teams scramble to rebuild schedules, cancellations feel disruptive, and there is little depth in future hygiene.Perio diagnosis will vary by provider when the department lacks alignment, consistent protocols, and consistent verbal skills.Tracking real reappointment data (patients seen vs. patients scheduled) immediately increases awareness and improves performance.Focusing on one KPI for 30 days creates clarity for the team and compounds into stronger, more predictable hygiene production.Snippets:00:00 Hygiene production problems are built months before today.02:16 Hygiene production is a lagging indicator driven by leading indicators.04:22 What it looks like when hygiene is built wrong: scrambling, inconsistency, and a weak schedule.06:33 What it looks like when you build hygiene right: stable, predictable hygiene three to six months out.09:23 Engineer hygiene production by tracking reappointment, perio diagnosis, and perio acceptance.11:16 The actionable first step: track patients seen vs. patients reappointed.13:08 Use perio diagnosis by provider to find alignment gaps and improve consistency.15:49 Pick one KPI at a time to create focus and compounding improvement.17:13 Data removes emotion and lets the team solve the problem together.18:35 New BPA resources added for hygiene systems and metrics.Guest Bio/Guest Resources:Ariel has a master's in healthcare administration and several years of dental experience in all aspects of the administrative roles within the dental office. Her passion is to work with dental teams to empower team members to realize their full potential in order to better serve patients, improve office systems to ensure a well-functioning team/office, and to help everyone have fun in the process!Resources mentioned in the episode:Best Practices Association (BPA) resources: https://www.actdental.com/free-resources/More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:The Best Practices Show: https://www.actdental.com/podcast/Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaUpcoming Events & Workshops: https://www.actdental.com/events/Smile Source: https://www.smilesource.com/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.comSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com

2. This interview shifts to the aftermath of the Bronze Age collapse, focusing on the resilience of the Assyrians. Cline attributes their survival to strong leadership and redundant systems, such as their enduring military and government structures. While their previous trading partners struggled, the Assyrians adapted by using military force to acquire necessary resources and conducting near-constant warfare. The discussion also covers the complex, shifting relationship between the Assyrians and the Babylonians, who cycled between being allies and enemies. Ultimately, the Neo-Assyrians emerged as the dominant Near Eastern power for several centuries before being superseded by the Neo-Babylonians. (2)

PRVIEW FOR LATER: Historian Paul Thomas Chamberlain discusses his book *Scorched Earth*, focusing on World War II's imperial dynamics. He emphasizes the Soviet Union's massive role, incurring 80% of European Allied casualties. (1)1944 NORMANDY

When markets shift, most agents wait. They wait for clarity. They wait for confidence. They wait for proof that a new approach is “working.” Productive agents don't wait. Right now a quiet separation is happening inside real estate. Some agents are adjusting their businesses with intention — while others are hoping the market goes back to what it was. In this episode, we break down 11 specific behaviors the agents pulling ahead are implementing right now, including: • Focusing on controllable activities • Doubling down on listings • Simplifying lead generation • Strengthening follow-up systems • Tracking pipelines with precision • Designing businesses for predictable income Markets reward preparation, not panic. Agents who move early gain clarity, momentum, and market share — while others fall behind quietly. If you want to understand what the most productive agents are doing differently right now, this episode will give you the blueprint. Free Resources for Agents Start here → https://HarrisRealEstateDaily.com/ Free coaching → https://PremierCoaching.com Mastermind program → https://HarrisMastermind.com Learn more → https://WhyLibertas.com/Harris

In this conversation, Sonali Chandra shares how embracing her truth as the lead of Virgin taught her to live life on her own timeline, set strong boundaries, and find confidence despite societal pressure and criticism. 5 Key Takeaways: Own your truth unapologetically. Real confidence comes from accepting who you are and refusing to conform to societal expectations or timelines. Being “different” can be your greatest strength. Sonali turned what made her stand out, her personal story, into a platform to inspire and educate others. Boundaries protect your peace. Cutting ties with unsupportive people and refusing to engage with critics is sometimes necessary for personal growth. Mental health matters. Therapy, mindfulness, and staying present helped her navigate anxiety, criticism, and the pressures of public visibility. Success starts with self-belief. Focusing on what you can control, showing up authentically, and letting go of others' opinions creates opportunities and confidence over time. Connect with Lucy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mslucyliu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mslucyliu Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mslucyliu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mslucyliu TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mslucyliu YouTube: https://youtube.com/@mslucyliu Website: https://www.lucyliucoaching.com Podcast: https://www.lucyliucoaching.com/podcast   Wanna double your confidence in 30 seconds?  Get the ultimate secret here: http://www.confidentandepic.com   Connect with Sonali Chandra: https://www.sonalichandra.com  

Ever feel the pull to “think like a CEO” while your founder instincts crave speed, risk, and fresh ideas? We sit down with Joseph Frost - idea guy, fractional futurist, and builder of multiple seven-figure businesses in parallel - to unpack why the traits that start companies rarely match the traits that scale them, and how to bridge that gap without losing your spark.We start with values and purpose - freedom, nonconformity, and a long journey toward create and inspire - then draw a clean line between three leadership phases: the founder who proves the model, the scaler who builds systems and teams, and the CEO who sets simple vision and delivers steady results. Joseph explains why so few people inhabit all three roles well, and how to time your evolution or your handoff. Along the way, we break down the rise of fractional leadership and why startups can now embed true C-suite execution from day one. Fractional CMOs, CFOs, and COOs aren't consultants; they're accountable leaders who compress learning curves and make senior talent accessible.From there, we get practical about talent and growth. Joseph shares how he develops two very different groups: veteran CMOs who must learn business development and prospecting; and distributed coordinators across countries who thrive with clear structures, peer feedback, and periodic in-person sessions. We explore the sales mindset every founder needs, the E-Myth path from technician to builder, and how to avoid half-finished projects by channeling creativity into the core flywheel, like using AI agents to amplify strategy instead of spinning up another standalone venture.Joseph closes with the habits that protect focus and resilience: daily journaling, short meditations, and a mantra forged after a life-changing health scare. The takeaway is simple and powerful. Let your creative energy start the fire, then use discipline, delegation, and development to keep it burning brighter.If this conversation helped clarify your next leadership move, follow the podcast, share it with a founder friend, and leave a quick review to tell us where you are on the founder-to-CEO journey.In this podcast you will learn about:• Values of freedom and nonconformity driving entrepreneurship• Purpose distilled to create and inspire• Founder, scaler, CEO as distinct leadership phases• Why many founders shouldn't become CEOs• Fractional executives as early leadership leverage• Peer groups plus fractionals for balanced growth• Developing veteran CMOs in sales and prospecting• Building remote teams with structure and periodic in-person time• Focusing creative energy on the core with AI as an enabler• Journaling and meditation as daily reset practicesHighlights:0:00Think Like A CEO Series Setup1:02Meet Joe Frost And His Purpose3:55Freedom, Nonconformity, And Entrepreneurship6:48The Seven-Business Vision8:44Founder Versus CEO Mindsets11:13When Do Titles Truly Fit13:58Skills To Grow Into CEO17:04Fractional Leadership Changes The Game20:00Developing Talent In Fractional Teams22:21Remote Development That Actually Works24:07Prospecting And Sales For Builders27:05The Gift And Cost Of Endless Ideas29:14Focus Systems And AI As Enabler31:00Journaling, Cancer, And Meditation34:10Closing Reflections And TakeawaysIf you were truly leading at the level your vision requires, what decision would you make this week?I provide strategic coaching for high-performing financial advisors, service-based business owners, and leaders who want coaching that goes beyond accountability. I partner with you to execute on your vision and focus on what truly drives results: executive presence, leadership development, scaling, and prioritization.The outcome: you realize your full potential, influence and inspire others, and lead a high-impact business that reflects your next-level goals.To explore if coaching is the right fit, email me at meet@kristinburke.com to schedule a discovery call.Connect with KristinLinkedInInstagramWebsiteGoal Setting Success CourseBreakout PlanConnect with JosephWebsiteLinkedIn

Happy 311 Day to all who observe... We're joined by 311 co-founder and vocalist Nick Hexum at his home studio, deep in the old Topanga Canyon. We break down his roots growing up punk and listening to funk in Omaha, Nebraska, 311's formation taking place just to open for Fugazi, the whole band moving to Van Nuys to try to get a record deal, the breakout success of "Down" and the whole self-titled record, the even bigger success of "Amber" and the 50 First Dates soundtrack, and thoroughly breakdown how bands like Bad Brains & Helmet influenced them from the beginning. A truly great conversation and we thank Nick for having us, and for joining us. Brought to you by BRAIN DEAD, check out their new collaboration with Cannibal Corpse and to see what's playing at the iconic Brain Dread Studios this month! _______________ 00:00:00 - Start 00:00:54 - Nick Hexum 00:02:19 - Omaha, Nebraska & 311's First Show Opening for Fugazi 00:06:34 - Grew Up Punk, Listening to Funk & The Rumor About Their Name 00:11:39 - The Ed's: Meeting the Rest of 311 00:16:20 - DAMMIT & UNITY... LA to Omaha to Van Nuys, What Have You Records 00:21:42 - MUSIC & GRASSROOTS... SA Joins, "Do You Right," First Radio Play 00:26:49 - Dynamic in 311 Today, the RV Fire 00:31:25 - SELF-TITLED... Ron St. Jermaine (I Against I), Helmet Influence, The Success of "Down" 00:45:43 - Pardon This Interruption... 00:47:02 - Touring On The Self Titled And Europe For the First Time 00:49:01 - TRANSISTOR... "Beautiful Disaster," NOFX Influence, Making An Affordable 2xLP 00:59:45 - SOUNDSYSTEM... "Come Original," Focusing on Heavy Riffs, Hugh Padgham 01:07:18 - Learning to Tune Out Critics 01:09:27 - Opening The Hive 01:11:22 - FROM CHAOS... The Iconic Neve Board, Referencing I & I Survive in "I'll Be Here a While" 01:18:53 - "Amber" 01:23:51 - "Lovesong," Adam Sandler & The 50 First Dates Soundtrack 01:28:25 - EVOLVER & GREATEST HITS... Beatles Influence, Musical Catharsis, Keeping Expectations Low 01:35:06 - DON'T TREAD ON ME... Ska, Doomsday Prepping for the State of Music in 2005 01:38:20 - UPLIFTER, UNIVERSAL PULSE... Bob Rock, Some Kind of Monster, "Sunset in July" 01:43:12 - STEREOLITHIC, MOSAIC, VOYAGER & The Post-Pandemic Boom 01:48:18 - FULL BLOOM, SKP & What Nick is Yet to Achieve 01:52:50 - Nick is So Vascular & Jacked (And Eats Good) 01:58:02 - Top 4 Punk/Hardcore Records ______________ HardLore: A Knotfest Series, Fueled by Monster EnergyEdited by Steven Grise • Title sequence by Nicholas MarzlufJoin the HARDLORE PATREON to watch every single weekly episode early and ad-free, alongside exclusive monthly episodes.Join the HARDLORE DISCORD for community discussions and to participate in our future Q&A episodes.FOLLOW HARDLORE: INSTAGRAM, TWITTER, SPOTIFY, APPLEFOLLOW COLIN: INSTAGRAMFOLLOW BO: INSTAGRAM, TWITTER For sponsorship opportunities, email us! hardlore@knotfest.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What do you do when you have a bad reading or have bad dreams? You can change them! Find out the easy fix in this episode of Breathe Love & Magic Maybe someone told you something that felt off in a reading that stuck in your head for years. The reader might have said, “You'll never meet the right partner,” or “You'll always struggle with money.” Gee, thanks for that notion. Argghhhh! Feeling lost in midlife? Register for the Free Midlife Magic Masterclass 3/20 @2pm ET or 3/21 @11am ET Let me know you choice of day in the message! Like a Pebble in Your Shoe Statements like that can lodge in the subconscious like a pebble in your shoe – so bothersome until you can remove it.  I recommend that’s what you do with a bad reading – replace it with something that’s supportive or positive. Years ago, this is one reason why I stopped getting casual readings, the kind where you're just curious and want to hear what an intuitive person has to say. For me, that started to feel like giving my power away. I still ask a trusted friend for intuitive insight from time to time, but only about a specific situation where I truly want another perspective. Or I feel stuck and aren’t sure which way to go. Recent Reading Recently, I was interviewing a woman who does an interesting style of readings. I allowed her to use me as a guinea pig during the podcast recording so she could demonstrate her method. That was not my best idea. I asked what I thought was a simple question that wouldn't get me into any trouble. How wrong I was. The experience inspired me to share this story because I want you to know how to handle something like this if it happens to you. I'm going to explain how to reset your energy and take your power back. And this same method can also help with bad dreams or even uncomfortable past life memories. Back in the 1990s I used to attend psychic fairs with friends. I was curious about metaphysical practices and fascinated by the people who lived and breathed this work. Plus, it was fun browsing books, crystals, and spiritual tools that were much harder to find back then. At One Psychic Fair At one fair I sat down for a reading and asked about my near future. The reader started describing a situation that immediately made me nervous. Before I knew it she was predicting that I would become ill in the coming months. I was currently healthy and had not asked anything about my health. I remember feeling furious that someone would say something like that so casually. My reaction wasn't exactly graceful. I stood up, slammed my hands on the table, looked her in the eye, and said, “That was not helpful!” Then I walked away in a huff. Admittedly, not my finest moment. Thankfully I never became ill that spring, but the reading lingered in my mind for a while. At that time I didn't know how to clear something like that out of my energy field. Fast forward to last week during that podcast interview. The woman I was speaking with seemed nice and good-hearted, but at one point she said something that made my jaw drop. She said you always need a bad element in a reading. That is definitely not true in my world. Helpful & Uplifting Readings When I do readings for clients, the goal is always clarity, compassion, and support. Even when something challenging appears, I talk about the lessons involved and what options or perspectives might help. A reading should leave someone feeling more empowered, not discouraged. As the recording continued, the direction of the reading she was giving me started to feel increasingly dismal. She tried to soften it when she noticed my facial expression, but the cat was already out of the bag so to speak. When we finished recording, I suddenly felt exhausted and strangely sad. I went to lie down on the couch and took a short nap. When I woke up I realized what had happened. That reading had left a heavy feeling hanging over me. First, Clear Your Energy The first thing to do after an encounter like that is clear your energy. I did a quick Reiki clearing and there are many ways to do this. You can smudge yourself, take a shower, wash your hands, or simply step outside for fresh air and sunshine. Then I remembered something incredibly helpful I learned years ago from Hawaiian shaman Serge Kahili King, and later encountered again in a book by Denise Linn. It's a simple idea that changes the way you see situations like this. You are not stuck with someone else's predictions. You have the power to change the outcome energetically. This same approach works in three situations: bad readings, disturbing dreams, and troubling past life memories. Here's what I did. Change the Outcome I spent time imagining the outcome I actually wanted. For example, I pictured the perfect summer. Lots of sunshine. Temperatures in the low 80s and low humidity. Walking along the shoreline or sitting with my feet in the sand. In my mind I was reading a book, meditating, writing in my journal, laughing with friends, and soaking up the ocean air. It felt peaceful and joyful. That was the energy I wanted to create. If you've had a discouraging or bad reading, you can do something similar at home. Take out your deck of cards. Don't perform a new reading. Instead, look through the deck and choose the cards that represent the outcome you truly want. Next arrange them as your ideal spread. This isn't wishful thinking. This is directing energy. Magic isn't about waving a wand and hoping for the best. It’s intention combined with focus and action. When you select the outcome you want and imagine it clearly, you begin aligning your thoughts and energy with that direction. Once you arrange the cards, you can take a picture of them, leave them out on your table, or revisit them whenever you want to reinforce the feeling. You've intentionally shifted the energy toward the outcome you desire. You are never stuck with someone else's reading. My future is up to me. It's in my hands. And so is yours! Change Bad Dreams This approach works with dreams as well. I once had a dream where a lion was staring at me in a threatening way. I woke up with my heart pounding and no idea what it meant. Later that day I thought about the dream and realized I had been feeling threatened in some area of my life. So I decided to revisit the dream in my imagination. I got on the couch, pictured the lion again in my mind, and waited to see what response came naturally. To my surprise, I roared at the lion. I became fierce and confronted it head-on. And in the vision, the lion backed away. It sounds funny now, but it completely shifted the energy of that dream. After all, it's your dream. You can change it any way you like. You can do something similar with past life memories. in Denise Linn’s book Past Lives, Present Miracles,  describes guiding large groups of people to recall past lives and then helping them rewrite the ending of a troubling experience. The lessons have already been learned. But changing the ending can shift the emotional imprint you carry. In one memory I recalled being part of a group practicing magic in Venice during the 1400s. Someone tipped off the authorities and they burst in and executed everyone. I did a visualization about this ending to change it. What came to me was to invite the guards to join us in the magic rather than kill us. In the vision they laid down their weapons and participated in the magic! The energy of the experience changed completely. The Magic of Neuroscience Why does this work? Neuroscience offers an interesting explanation. When you vividly imagine something, your brain activates many of the same neural pathways it would if the event actually happened. And your brain cannot tell the difference between a created memory or a real one. Focusing on a new outcome creates and strengthens new neural pathways. You aren't changing the historical event, but you are changing the emotional imprint it leaves in your system. And that shifts your energy. So if you ever receive a discouraging reading, had dreams or recalled an uncomfortable past life memory, remember this: No reader, no dream, and no memory has more authority over your life than your own consciousness. You have the power to choose the energy you want to create. Set your intention. Focus your thoughts on the outcome you prefer. Then take whatever actions support that direction. That's magic. The post Bad Readings, Bad Dreams, And Bad Past Life Memories appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

International speaker, real estate leader, and coaching expert Ben Fairfield breaks down why consistency beats intensity in today's real estate market and how agents can build scalable, predictable businesses by shifting from a salesperson to a business owner mindset.Drawing from a 21-year career holding executive roles at major brands like Keller Williams, eXp Realty, and RE/MAX, Ben explains why agents struggle with productivity, how to audit lead sources for maximum return, and the critical importance of clarity, accountability, and belief in leadership.This pre-recorded episode reveals how to identify productivity leaks, protect your schedule for dollar-producing activities, and future-proof your business against shifting markets and AI by becoming a hyper-local market authority. If you feel stuck in your production or overwhelmed by shiny object syndrome, this conversation delivers a practical, no-fluff roadmap for creating sustainable success and lasting relationships.Here's what you will discover in this episode…•Why consistency beats intensity and how to avoid agent burnout•The essential mindset shift from salesperson to business owner•How to audit your lead sources and double down on what actually works•The three critical elements every agent needs: clarity, accountability, and belief•How to identify common productivity leaks and build foolproof follow-up systems•Why relationships and hyper-local expertise will future-proof your business against AIJUMP TO THESE TOPICS00:00 –

The story of ancient Rome is predominantly one of great men with great fortunes. Surviving Rome: The Economic Lives of the Ninety Percent (Princeton UP, 2025) unearths another history, one of ordinary Romans, who worked with their hands and survived through a combination of grit and grinding labor.  Focusing on the working majority, Kim Bowes tells the stories of people like the tenant farmer Epimachus, Faustilla the moneylender, and the pimp Philokles. She reveals how the economic changes of the period created a set of bitter challenges and opportunistic hustles for everyone from farmers and craftspeople to day laborers and slaves. She finds working people producing a consumer revolution, making and buying all manner of goods from fine pottery to children's toys. Many of the poorest working people probably pieced together a living from multiple sources of income, including wages. And she suggests that Romans' most daunting challenge was the struggle to save. Like many modern people, saving enough to buy land or start a business was a slow, precarious slog. Bowes shows how these economies of survival were shared by a wide swath of the populace, blurring the lines between genders, ages, and legal status.Drawing on new archaeological and textual evidence, Surviving Rome presents a radical new perspective on the economy of ancient Rome while speaking to the challenges of today's laborers and gig workers surviving in an unforgiving global world. Kim Bowes is professor of archaeology and ancient history at the University of Pennsylvania. She is the author of Houses and Society in the Later Roman Empire and Private Worship, Public Values, and Religious Change in Late Antiquity. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube Channel: here 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

In this episode, Jogen continues exploring how Zen practice moves beyond the meditation cushion and into daily life. Focusing on the Bodhisattva path, he reflects on generosity as the first and essential practice—expressed through simple acts like appreciation, attentiveness, sharing resources, and imagining the inner lives of others. Rather than striving to be “good,” he invites listeners to cultivate a generous heart that naturally flows from clarity and awareness, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities to bring a little more care, beauty, and ease into the world. ★ Support this podcast ★

The story of ancient Rome is predominantly one of great men with great fortunes. Surviving Rome: The Economic Lives of the Ninety Percent (Princeton UP, 2025) unearths another history, one of ordinary Romans, who worked with their hands and survived through a combination of grit and grinding labor.  Focusing on the working majority, Kim Bowes tells the stories of people like the tenant farmer Epimachus, Faustilla the moneylender, and the pimp Philokles. She reveals how the economic changes of the period created a set of bitter challenges and opportunistic hustles for everyone from farmers and craftspeople to day laborers and slaves. She finds working people producing a consumer revolution, making and buying all manner of goods from fine pottery to children's toys. Many of the poorest working people probably pieced together a living from multiple sources of income, including wages. And she suggests that Romans' most daunting challenge was the struggle to save. Like many modern people, saving enough to buy land or start a business was a slow, precarious slog. Bowes shows how these economies of survival were shared by a wide swath of the populace, blurring the lines between genders, ages, and legal status.Drawing on new archaeological and textual evidence, Surviving Rome presents a radical new perspective on the economy of ancient Rome while speaking to the challenges of today's laborers and gig workers surviving in an unforgiving global world. Kim Bowes is professor of archaeology and ancient history at the University of Pennsylvania. She is the author of Houses and Society in the Later Roman Empire and Private Worship, Public Values, and Religious Change in Late Antiquity. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube Channel: here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

The story of ancient Rome is predominantly one of great men with great fortunes. Surviving Rome: The Economic Lives of the Ninety Percent (Princeton UP, 2025) unearths another history, one of ordinary Romans, who worked with their hands and survived through a combination of grit and grinding labor.  Focusing on the working majority, Kim Bowes tells the stories of people like the tenant farmer Epimachus, Faustilla the moneylender, and the pimp Philokles. She reveals how the economic changes of the period created a set of bitter challenges and opportunistic hustles for everyone from farmers and craftspeople to day laborers and slaves. She finds working people producing a consumer revolution, making and buying all manner of goods from fine pottery to children's toys. Many of the poorest working people probably pieced together a living from multiple sources of income, including wages. And she suggests that Romans' most daunting challenge was the struggle to save. Like many modern people, saving enough to buy land or start a business was a slow, precarious slog. Bowes shows how these economies of survival were shared by a wide swath of the populace, blurring the lines between genders, ages, and legal status.Drawing on new archaeological and textual evidence, Surviving Rome presents a radical new perspective on the economy of ancient Rome while speaking to the challenges of today's laborers and gig workers surviving in an unforgiving global world. Kim Bowes is professor of archaeology and ancient history at the University of Pennsylvania. She is the author of Houses and Society in the Later Roman Empire and Private Worship, Public Values, and Religious Change in Late Antiquity. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube Channel: here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/archaeology

The story of ancient Rome is predominantly one of great men with great fortunes. Surviving Rome: The Economic Lives of the Ninety Percent (Princeton UP, 2025) unearths another history, one of ordinary Romans, who worked with their hands and survived through a combination of grit and grinding labor.  Focusing on the working majority, Kim Bowes tells the stories of people like the tenant farmer Epimachus, Faustilla the moneylender, and the pimp Philokles. She reveals how the economic changes of the period created a set of bitter challenges and opportunistic hustles for everyone from farmers and craftspeople to day laborers and slaves. She finds working people producing a consumer revolution, making and buying all manner of goods from fine pottery to children's toys. Many of the poorest working people probably pieced together a living from multiple sources of income, including wages. And she suggests that Romans' most daunting challenge was the struggle to save. Like many modern people, saving enough to buy land or start a business was a slow, precarious slog. Bowes shows how these economies of survival were shared by a wide swath of the populace, blurring the lines between genders, ages, and legal status.Drawing on new archaeological and textual evidence, Surviving Rome presents a radical new perspective on the economy of ancient Rome while speaking to the challenges of today's laborers and gig workers surviving in an unforgiving global world. Kim Bowes is professor of archaeology and ancient history at the University of Pennsylvania. She is the author of Houses and Society in the Later Roman Empire and Private Worship, Public Values, and Religious Change in Late Antiquity. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube Channel: here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Having the freedom to decide this is what I choose to do now or another time, that to me is that time-rich feeling." In this episode, Heather and Christine Landis gently (and sometimes unapologetically) challenge the way we think about productivity, responsibility, and the stories we tell ourselves about success. Together, they unpack the invisible labor so many women carry, the exhaustion of decision fatigue, and the cultural conditioning that convinces us we must do everything ourselves to be "good" partners, mothers, leaders, or humans. This isn't a conversation about outsourcing tasks for the sake of efficiency; it's about buying back your time so you can reclaim your energy, your joy, and your capacity to live intentionally rather than by default. Christine invites us to reimagine what it means to be "time rich," to stop apologizing for spaciousness, and to consciously plan for joy as a foundational part of an aligned life. What to listen for: ✨ Understanding house management, and giving ourselves permission to outsource ✨ Identifying the invisible load you carry and the decision fatigue that comes with it ✨ Becoming "time rich" by letting go of the need to do everything yourself "It's not about delegating laundry or delegating meal prep. It's about reclaiming your fucking life and reclaiming how you want to feel." ✨ If we want men to step up, we as women need to better value our own time ✨ Giving yourself more capacity with that time, not doing more of something else ✨ The importance of not judging or defending the spaciousness you bought back "Planning for joy is really important. You can't be reactionary. You have to put that thought out there and look ahead into your week, your month. It doesn't have to be this big five-year plan, but even just protecting your time on a doable, regular basis." ✨ Focusing on the life you want rather than living by default ✨ Planning for your joy instead of being reactive to what's coming at you ✨ Valuing yourself and your time differently, and the challenges that come with it About Christine Landis: Christine Landis is the founder of Peacock Parent and the creator of Proxy, a text-based thinking partner for home life.  A former fintech CEO who inherited and grew her family's company before selling it, Christine thought retirement would bring freedom — but instead it clarified her mission. She realized that time, not money, is the real measure of success. Today, she uses her decades of operational experience to help high-achieving families reduce the mental load, delegate with confidence, and buy back time for the moments that matter most. Through Peacock Parent's guides and Proxy's fast, judgment-free responses, Christine is redefining what modern support at home can look like. Connect with Christine Landis: Website:https://peacockparent.com/ Instagram: @PeacockParent Text: 820-PEACOCK (820-732-2625) Try Proxy: Use code HEATHER for 3 months free ($450 value). Purchase the 3-month plan, complete your profile, and get a thinking partner in your back pocket via text. https://proxy.peacockparent.com/purchase  *** For those of you who are ready to stop feeling drained, overextended, and out of alignment… join me for a one-on-one Time & Energy Audit, a focused session designed to help high-achieving women uncover what's draining them, clarify what truly matters, and create a simple plan that fits their life. We'll pinpoint your biggest time + energy leaks, identify the top areas to focus on for quick momentum, and map out exactly what to let go of so you can reclaim your energy, your time, and your joy. Ready to make your time work for you without adding more to your plate? Apply for the next 1:1 Coaching Cohort: https://heatherchauvin.com/apply  Not ready for 1:1? Join the Energetic Time Management Accelerator https://heatherchauvin.com/time

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3485: Jackie Beck explains that what most people call motivation is actually short-lived inspiration, while real motivation is the deeper reason behind why you want change. By clearly defining how life will improve, less stress, better sleep, stronger relationships, you can stay committed even when excitement fades. Focusing on that deeper purpose helps you persist through setbacks and permanently change your financial habits. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.jackiebeck.com/the-secret-to-staying-motivated-when-getting-out-of-debt/ Quotes to ponder: “People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing, that's why we recommend it daily.” “Real motivation does last, because your motivation is the reason behind why you're doing something.” “You don't have to feel excited and inspired all the time. You just have to keep moving forward and doing the work, while you keep your reason in sight.” Episode references: Zig Ziglar: https://www.ziglar.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caleb Guilliams confronts Logan Hertz from @HazeltineLLC over his controversial video calling out Nelson Nash and the Nelson Nash Institute. Did Logan's criticisms go too far?Watch the Video on Youtube for Visuals - https://youtu.be/aZCFOdmR4FkWant a Whole Life Insurance Policy? Go Here: https://bttr.ly/bw-yt-aa-clarityBuy Your Tickets to the Life Insurance Summit!Click Here: https://betterwealth.com/summitLearn More About BetterWealth: https://betterwealth.comTimestamps:00:00 Intro01:30 Logan's Video Criticizing Nelson Nash02:22 Why was the video made?03:45 Was there a trigger point for the video?05:24 Challenging the material and Nelson's principles07:26 Personal experience with Nelson Nash and the Catholic discussion10:59 Response to "Stirring the Pot" and Nelson's character13:21 Becoming aware of the content in Nelson's book15:42 Can you be apart of the Nelson Nash Institute and be a Catholic?19:50 What Logan Respects About R. Nelson Nash30:52 Articulation of the Infinite Banking Concept33:56 Why Nelson and the book took off?36:24 How the Institute should be funded: Donations vs. Free Market40:47 Thinking long range vs. Biblical principles and living intentionally43:57 Philosophical differences and estate planning45:15 Nelson's use of scripture in his book51:09 Focusing on ideas and self-criticism53:51 Cultish worship vs. honoring Nelson Nash57:39 Final ThoughtsDISCLAIMER: https://bttr.ly/aapolicy*This video is for entertainment purposes only and is not financial or legal advice. Financial Advice Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for education, discussion, and illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as professional financial advice or recommendation. Should you need such advice, consult a licensed financial or tax advisor. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of the information on this channel. Neither host nor guests can be held responsible for any direct or incidental loss incurred by applying any of the information offered.

We dive deep into the gritty side of professional soccer transfers in this special extract from the 3four3 podcast. Focusing on Josh Sargent’s high-profile saga—from his refusal to play at Norwich City to force a move, to ultimately joining Toronto FC in MLS—we expose the power dynamics at play. Clubs and players often have opposing […]

This episode features a live recording of the opening night pre-performance lecture for "Akhnaten," which runs now through March 22 at LA Opera. In this lecture, musicologist and Connects affiliated scholar Dr.Tiffany Kuo takes you on an intellectual journey that is as mesmerizing as the performance itself. Focusing on the symbolism of the heart and the sun, Tiffany talks spells on papyrus and trancelike rhythms. Get your tickets to "Akhnaten" now at LAOpera.org.

In this episode, Nick and Marshall discuss the practical applications of AWX Acid Wheel Cleaner, water spots, acid dwell time, hose selection, pricing strategies, and the importance of focusing on detailing more cars to grow your business. They share insights on safety, cost management, and business growth strategies for detailers.Chapters00:00 Exploring AWX and Its Applications03:06 Understanding Acid Use in Detailing06:10 The Importance of Hose Quality08:51 Fuel Costs and Business Operations12:12 Strategizing Clientele and Service Areas14:46 Pricing Strategies in a Changing Market18:09 Innovative Solutions for Customer Retention27:25 Seasonal Strategies for Car Care28:11 The Journey of a Detailer30:28 The Importance of Core Services32:20 The Dichotomy of Success in Detailing34:21 Profitability in Detailing vs. Additional Services36:19 Reinvesting in Core Services37:51 The Reality of Detailing as a Profession40:18 The Pitfalls of Overthinking Business Management44:03 Focusing on Core Business48:23 The Role of Social Media in Business Growth

Over the years, I've noticed that successful SFAS candidates tend to approach their training and preparation in very similar ways. Here is what they do in common: 00:15 – Intro – 02:04 – Trait #1 – High carbohydrate intake to fuel training and recovery06:56 – Trait #2 – Identify and address personal character flaws15:31 – Trait #3 – Autoregulation 22:23 – Trait #4 – Prioritizing sleep with the “big three” habits33:36 – Trait #5 – Preparing meals ahead of time35:48 – Trait #6 – Balanced strength training41:21 – Trait #7 – Regular loaded carries43:37 – Trait #8 – Controlled weekly run frequency with strategic cross-training45:22 – Trait #9 – Structured weekly training split46:11 – Trait #10 – Tracking metrics (macros, training progress)49:48 – Trait #11 – Restricting or eliminating social media during prep52:12 – Trait #12 – Focusing on the process over the outcome—Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.—New Running Program: TTM Run AdvancedNew Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0—TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)—PDF programs2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength workKickstart- beginner/garage gym friendlyTime Crunch- Workouts for those short on timeHypertrophy- intermediate/advancedJacked Gazelle- Hybrid athleteJacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athleteSFAS Prep- Special forces train-upRuck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep—Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_trainingCwench supplements: Code terminator_training—Let's connect:Newsletter Sign UpIG: terminator_trainingYoutube: Terminator Training Methodwebsite: terminatortraining.comSubstack

Rethink Mission is a historically grounded podcast hosted by Dr. Mike Brown that reexamines early Christianity by beginning with lived communities, shared memory, and received tradition rather than later institutions or isolated texts. Focusing on what the series calls primitive Christian mission, the podcast challenges popular skeptical narratives that portray Christianity as a late textual invention or a belief system fabricated through copying and doctrinal manipulation. Drawing on early Christian writings, archaeological evidence, and historical method, the series argues that Christian belief and worship preceded the New Testament texts and that these writings functioned as occasional documents addressing real communities that already shared a coherent faith. Episodes explore the role of communal memory, apostolic authority, early creeds, and high Christology, showing that core Christian convictions—such as the worship of Jesus as Lord, belief in the resurrection, and continuity with Jewish Scripture—were established very early and received rather than invented by figures like Paul. By integrating theology, history, and philosophy, Rethink Mission offers listeners a disciplined alternative to both naïve faith and reductionist skepticism, inviting a deeper understanding of how Christianity emerged, spread, and sustained itself in the ancient world. Episode 7:  The Synoptics.

How can electronic capture of clinical outcome assessments (eCOA) help with the unique challenges of pediatric rare disease trials? Florence Mowlem, chief scientific officer of uMotif, joins The Scope of Things to offer her expertise on eCOA, share advice for companies on vetting technology providers, and discuss where sponsors are tripping up when it comes to pediatric rare disease trials. Plus, host Deborah Borfitz brings you the latest news on a possible probiotic for preventing immune system disorders in babies, misunderstood mechanisms of body weight regulation, a promising primary care-based weight management program, GLP-1 drugs potentially benefitting the brain, how patient-reported outcomes can improve clinician adverse event reporting, and a discovery-to-reimbursement model for cell and gene therapies. Show Notes   News Roundup Preventing allergies and asthma Study in Nature Microbiology News from the Technical University of Denmark Competing body weight regulation theories Study in Nature Reviews Endocrinology News on the Pennington Biomedical Research Center website PATHWEIGH weight management process Pragmatic study in Nature Medicine News on the University of Colorado Anschutz website Diabetes drugs reduce risk of dementia Study in Drug Safety News on McGill University website PRO data improved side effect grading Study in The Lancet Oncology Blog post on EORTC website Development model for cell and gene therapies Research article in Molecular Therapy, Methods and Clinical Development News on the Lund University website Guest Florence Mowlem, chief scientific officer at uMotif   The Scope of Things podcast explores clinical research and its possibilities, promise, and pitfalls. Clinical Research News senior writer, Deborah Borfitz, welcomes guests who are visionaries closest to the topics, but who can still see past their piece of the puzzle. Focusing on game-changing trends and out-of-the-box operational approaches in the clinical research field, the Scope of Things podcast is your no-nonsense, insider's look at clinical research today.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3485: Jackie Beck explains that what most people call motivation is actually short-lived inspiration, while real motivation is the deeper reason behind why you want change. By clearly defining how life will improve, less stress, better sleep, stronger relationships, you can stay committed even when excitement fades. Focusing on that deeper purpose helps you persist through setbacks and permanently change your financial habits. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.jackiebeck.com/the-secret-to-staying-motivated-when-getting-out-of-debt/ Quotes to ponder: “People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing, that's why we recommend it daily.” “Real motivation does last, because your motivation is the reason behind why you're doing something.” “You don't have to feel excited and inspired all the time. You just have to keep moving forward and doing the work, while you keep your reason in sight.” Episode references: Zig Ziglar: https://www.ziglar.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sustainability became his unfair advantage on Amazon. A veteran textile designer reveals the data-first moves, fee-saving AWD shifts, and the tester story behind the explosive growth.

This week, Pastor Scott Ingegneri joins us in our series, "The God Who Speaks". Focusing on how the Holy Spirit moves and speaks to all of us.Support the show

A provocative new history of modern black liberalism Black Excellence: Atlanta and the Making of Modern Black Liberalism (U Pennsylvania Press, 2025) offers a provocative new history of modern black liberalism by situating the seemingly conservative tendencies of black elected officials in the post–civil rights era within neoliberal American politics and an enduring black liberal tradition. In the 1970s and '80s, cities across the country elected black mayors for the first time. Just as these officials gained political power, however, their cities felt the full brunt of white flight and deindustrialization. Tasked with governing cities in crisis, black political leaders responded in seemingly conservative ways to the social problems that austerity worsened. Nowhere was this response more evident than in Atlanta. In the nation's preeminent black urban regime, black leaders such as mayors Maynard Jackson and Andrew Young employed the power of policing and the private sector to discipline black Atlantans, hoping they would equip vulnerable communities with the tools to manage the volatility of the era. Danielle Wiggins shows that these punitive responses to the problems of crime, family instability, and unemployment were informed by black liberalism's disciplinary impulse: an enduring tendency to reform behaviors believed to threaten black survival in a white supremacist nation. Forged in response to the violence of Jim Crow, the disciplinary impulse relied upon notions of pathology and its inverse, black excellence. Wiggins identifies several black liberal efforts to cultivate excellent black communities, families, and workers in the post–civil rights era, including community policing, corporate-sponsored family initiatives, and black entrepreneurship. In embracing disciplinary strategies, however, black liberals often focused on behavior at the expense of addressing structural inequality. Consequently, their approaches dovetailed with those of the “New” Democrats, whose post–Great Society social policies were informed by urban black liberals. Black Excellence reveals thus how urban black liberals not only reshaped black politics but, as Democrats, also helped build the neoliberal Democratic Party. Guest: Danielle Wiggins is an assistant professor of history at Georgetown University, where she teaches courses on U.S. and African American history since the 1960s. She is currently researching race and the politics of energy since the 1960s. Focusing on the 1970s energy crisis, her project will explore how black Americans thought about energy, consumption, growth, and sustainability in ways that alternately challenged, intersected with, and radically rethought mainstream energy discourses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

In this episode of Almost Forty, Kylie shares the simple health habits she relies on in her late 30s to support energy, wellbeing and everyday life. Instead of complicated routines or extreme wellness trends, this episode focuses on realistic habits that are easy to repeat and work alongside a busy life.Kylie talks about the small things that make the biggest difference. This is about creating a sustainable relationship with health in midlife, where consistency matters more than perfection. If you’re looking for simple ways to support your health, energy and wellbeing without overcomplicating things, this episode is for you.In this episode:Simple health habits for women in their late 30s and beyond. Focusing on health habits that work with your life, not against it- Follow Almost Forty for more conversations about midlife, wellbeing, personal growth and modern motherhood. Access the subscrier only episodes here: ALMOST CONFIDENTIAL Instagram : follow kylie here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A provocative new history of modern black liberalism Black Excellence: Atlanta and the Making of Modern Black Liberalism (U Pennsylvania Press, 2025) offers a provocative new history of modern black liberalism by situating the seemingly conservative tendencies of black elected officials in the post–civil rights era within neoliberal American politics and an enduring black liberal tradition. In the 1970s and '80s, cities across the country elected black mayors for the first time. Just as these officials gained political power, however, their cities felt the full brunt of white flight and deindustrialization. Tasked with governing cities in crisis, black political leaders responded in seemingly conservative ways to the social problems that austerity worsened. Nowhere was this response more evident than in Atlanta. In the nation's preeminent black urban regime, black leaders such as mayors Maynard Jackson and Andrew Young employed the power of policing and the private sector to discipline black Atlantans, hoping they would equip vulnerable communities with the tools to manage the volatility of the era. Danielle Wiggins shows that these punitive responses to the problems of crime, family instability, and unemployment were informed by black liberalism's disciplinary impulse: an enduring tendency to reform behaviors believed to threaten black survival in a white supremacist nation. Forged in response to the violence of Jim Crow, the disciplinary impulse relied upon notions of pathology and its inverse, black excellence. Wiggins identifies several black liberal efforts to cultivate excellent black communities, families, and workers in the post–civil rights era, including community policing, corporate-sponsored family initiatives, and black entrepreneurship. In embracing disciplinary strategies, however, black liberals often focused on behavior at the expense of addressing structural inequality. Consequently, their approaches dovetailed with those of the “New” Democrats, whose post–Great Society social policies were informed by urban black liberals. Black Excellence reveals thus how urban black liberals not only reshaped black politics but, as Democrats, also helped build the neoliberal Democratic Party. Guest: Danielle Wiggins is an assistant professor of history at Georgetown University, where she teaches courses on U.S. and African American history since the 1960s. She is currently researching race and the politics of energy since the 1960s. Focusing on the 1970s energy crisis, her project will explore how black Americans thought about energy, consumption, growth, and sustainability in ways that alternately challenged, intersected with, and radically rethought mainstream energy discourses. 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

A provocative new history of modern black liberalism Black Excellence: Atlanta and the Making of Modern Black Liberalism (U Pennsylvania Press, 2025) offers a provocative new history of modern black liberalism by situating the seemingly conservative tendencies of black elected officials in the post–civil rights era within neoliberal American politics and an enduring black liberal tradition. In the 1970s and '80s, cities across the country elected black mayors for the first time. Just as these officials gained political power, however, their cities felt the full brunt of white flight and deindustrialization. Tasked with governing cities in crisis, black political leaders responded in seemingly conservative ways to the social problems that austerity worsened. Nowhere was this response more evident than in Atlanta. In the nation's preeminent black urban regime, black leaders such as mayors Maynard Jackson and Andrew Young employed the power of policing and the private sector to discipline black Atlantans, hoping they would equip vulnerable communities with the tools to manage the volatility of the era. Danielle Wiggins shows that these punitive responses to the problems of crime, family instability, and unemployment were informed by black liberalism's disciplinary impulse: an enduring tendency to reform behaviors believed to threaten black survival in a white supremacist nation. Forged in response to the violence of Jim Crow, the disciplinary impulse relied upon notions of pathology and its inverse, black excellence. Wiggins identifies several black liberal efforts to cultivate excellent black communities, families, and workers in the post–civil rights era, including community policing, corporate-sponsored family initiatives, and black entrepreneurship. In embracing disciplinary strategies, however, black liberals often focused on behavior at the expense of addressing structural inequality. Consequently, their approaches dovetailed with those of the “New” Democrats, whose post–Great Society social policies were informed by urban black liberals. Black Excellence reveals thus how urban black liberals not only reshaped black politics but, as Democrats, also helped build the neoliberal Democratic Party. Guest: Danielle Wiggins is an assistant professor of history at Georgetown University, where she teaches courses on U.S. and African American history since the 1960s. She is currently researching race and the politics of energy since the 1960s. Focusing on the 1970s energy crisis, her project will explore how black Americans thought about energy, consumption, growth, and sustainability in ways that alternately challenged, intersected with, and radically rethought mainstream energy discourses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Nobody talks about Sudan. Focusing on truth will always lead to good things. Increasing the people's knowledge is the key. Lots of taxpayer money goes to stabilize the world. The way this money is used is always suspect. How important is Sudan? Both the ICC and the UN make moves to control it's shores. And Russia needed a port, so they're involved in a big way. Sudan had many assets like gold, water, oil and farmland. Did we mention Niobium? Why do the people have nothing? Average age is 19. Who decided Africa would stay hungry? How do you make foreign aid work. Cindy McCain is finally out. Sieges, war and starving masses. The international community ignores it all. The British structure was designed to extract resources. Export corridors are called development. Keeping them hungry enough to manage. 85 billion in food imports annually. 60% of our planet's farm ready land is in Africa. It's a dirty guns for gold operation. The UAE is evil. Some of this was on Hunter's laptop. Beijing holds a lien on Sudan's production capacity. Do we have the will to change? A double win is within reach. It seems impossible to believe, but our country's future is closely tied to Africa.

What does it actually mean to pursue excellence without losing your peace, your family, or yourself in the process?   In this episode, I sit down with New York Times bestselling author Brad Stulberg to unpack the tension so many driven men feel: the desire to achieve at a high level while still living a meaningful and grounded life. Brad shares insights from his book The Way of Excellence and explains why humans are wired to strive — but not necessarily wired to feel content once we achieve.   We dive into the trap many high-performing men fall into: constantly chasing the next milestone, promotion, or accomplishment while never feeling satisfied. Brad also shares powerful insights for fathers on how to help their kids develop a healthy relationship with effort, competition, and self-worth. If you're a driven man who struggles to slow down and enjoy the journey — or you want to raise kids who value effort and character over outcomes — this conversation will challenge how you think about success.   Timeline Summary   [0:00] Introducing Brad Stulberg and the idea behind The Way of Excellence [2:29] Why humans are wired to strive but not wired for contentment [8:57] The trap of "heroic individualism" and chasing achievement [11:04] Why success alone often leaves people feeling empty [20:08] The mountain metaphor for achievement and fulfillment [26:04] The importance of pausing to appreciate the journey [29:00] Helping kids avoid tying self-worth to results [34:46] Why youth sports should focus on development over winning [41:01] Separating identity from performance [48:55] The real goal of youth sports: helping kids want to play again next year     Five Key Takeaways Humans are wired to strive, which means the next achievement rarely brings lasting satisfaction. True excellence is about pursuing something worthwhile that aligns with your values. Focusing only on outcomes causes us to miss the meaning of the journey. Kids need to learn that effort and growth matter more than results. Fulfillment comes from aligning ambition with presence, purpose, and values.   Links & Resources The Way of Excellence (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Way-Excellence-Greatness-Satisfaction-Chaotic/dp/0063385945 Roommates to Soulmates Preview: https://thedadedge.com/soulmates Episode Link & Resources (Episode 1448): https://thedadedge.com/1448   Closing If you're a driven man constantly chasing the next milestone, this episode is a reminder to pause and ask yourself an important question: What does excellence actually mean for my life?   Success without alignment will always feel empty. But when your ambition is grounded in values, presence, and purpose — that's where real fulfillment lives.   If this episode resonated with you, make sure you rate, review, follow, and share it with another dad who needs to hear it.   Go out and live legendary.

On today's episode of the CLS Experience, host Craig Siegel sits down with entrepreneur and real estate investor Hannah Hammond for a deep conversation on authenticity, energy, and building wealth with purpose. Hannah shares how recognizing expansive versus contracted states allows her to shift habits, relationships, and business decisions in real time to stay aligned. She opens up about overcoming childhood trauma, depression, isolation, and an eating disorder, and the powerful realization that money and external success alone do not create fulfillment. The discussion explores separating consciousness from automatic thoughts, choosing beliefs intentionally, and grounding spirituality in the idea that God lives within. Hannah also breaks down setting boundaries, firing misaligned clients, protecting white space for clarity, and delegating to focus on the point of the arrow. From her early inspiration reading Rich Dad Poor Dad to her optimistic take on market volatility as opportunity, this episode blends inner work with practical wealth building strategy. Let's go deep.13:47 Boundaries and People Pleasing27:05 Real Estate and Financial Freedom34:12 Inner Work Over External Outcomes40:53 Marry the Process Divorce the Outcome50:44 Systems and Focusing on the Arrow PointCheck out Hannah on Instagram HERE: Check out Hannah's Website HERE:Tickets now available for our live event March 5th, CLS: Genesis HERE:To join our community click here.➤ To connect with Craig Siegel follow Craig on Instagram➤ Order a copy of my new book The Reinvention Formula today! ➤ Join our CLS texting community for free daily inspiration and business strategies to elevate your day, text (917) 634-3796➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ TIKTOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ X

Preview for later today: Captain James Fanell discusses PLA intelligence operations in Iran, focusing on targeting cells, satellite links, and Chinese naval activity in the Hormuz Strait.1936 RANGER LEXINGTON SARATOGA

John Hardie explains Russia's marginal influence in the Iran crisis, noting Putin's cautious attempt to balance ties with Trump while focusing resources on Ukraine. Guest: Bill Roggio, John Hardie. 13.1887

Craig Unger discusses his book "Den of Spies," focusing on the 1980 failed hostage rescue mission and its lasting impact on President Carter. 1.1970 IRAN