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As generative and agentic AI promise to accelerate everything we do, are we at risk of becoming incredibly efficient at producing forgettable customer experiences?Today, we are here in Brooklyn at Forrester CX Forum East and we're going to talk about building better experiences with an AI-enabled design workflow. Specifically, we'll cover:- Balancing the speed of AI with the intentional, human-led decisions required to craft exceptional experiences.- The role of a robust design system in scaling high-quality, AI-powered experiences consistently across the enterprise.- How to identify high-value AI use cases for your design workflow while maintaining responsible practices that build customer trust.To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Gina Bhawalkar, Principal Analyst at Forrester. About Gina Bhawalkar Gina's research focuses on digital accessibility and experience design. Gina established and now leads Forrester's coverage of the digital accessibility space and has a deep background and interest in the topic. She advises organizations on how to establish and scale sustainable accessibility practices and is an expert on the digital accessibility platform (DAP) market. Her research on accessibility has appeared in publications such as The Wall Street Journal and The Financial Brand, and she is a frequent speaker at accessibility events and podcasts. Gina's other areas of expertise include inclusive and responsible design, design systems, personas, and measuring the impact of digital experience design improvements.Gina has over 20 years of experience as both a UX/CX practitioner and leader, with eight years in the financial services industry. Prior to joining Forrester, Gina was the director of customer experience research at Bank of the West, a subsidiary of BNP Paribas. There, she led the bank's digital voice-of-the-customer program and conducted primary research to inform digital product development. Previously, Gina led the user experience and accessibility department at Scottrade, where she built the two disciplines from the ground up. Earlier in her career, Gina was a UX consultant at Perficient, leading design and research projects for clients in the financial services, agribusiness, utilities, insurance, and retail industries. She has also served as an accessibility consultant at both Criterion 508 and the Georgia Tech Research Institute.Gina holds bachelor's degrees in psychology and computer science from Trinity University and an MS in human-computer interaction from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where her research focused on evaluating the accessibility of physical and digital products to people with disabilities. Gina Bhawalkar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginabhawalkar/ ---------- Resources ---------- Forrester: https://www.forrester.com We're proud to be a media partner for #MAICON26 - Oct. 13-15! Learn how AI can power your marketing and business and help you grow smarter. Use code AGILE150 to save! https://aglbrnd.co/r/7fe458ced0f04658Reach your customers with Reddit. Spend $500 in ad spend, get $500 back in ad credit! Learn more: https://advertalize.com/r/491818c79fb1873fThe most influential minds in software, AI, and engineering leadership will be at WeAreDevelopers World Congress North America, September 23-25 in San Jose. Learn more: https://aglbrnd.co/r/60a7299222a7bcf1 Enjoyed the show? Tell us more at and give us a rating so others can find the show at: https://aglbrnd.co/r/faaed112fc9887f3 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://aglbrnd.co/r/35ded3ccfb6716ba Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if your next customer isn't a person, but an AI agent acting on their behalf? And what if that agent is evaluating your brand on a purely logical, data-driven basis, completely devoid of the emotional hooks your marketing has always relied on?Agility requires not just adapting to changing customer behaviors, but also redefining who—or what—our customer even is. It demands that we build operational and strategic frameworks that can cater to both human emotional drivers and the cold, hard logic of machines.Today, we are at Forrester CX in New York City, and we're going to talk about a fundamental shift in the customer journey: the rise of the AI agent as an influential, and in some cases, decision-making persona. This isn't just about using AI in our marketing; it's about marketing to AI. We'll explore what it means when our brand's message needs to be optimized not just for human perception, but for machine interpretation and evaluation.To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome Chuck Gahun, Principal Analyst at Forrester. About Chuck Gahun Chuck is a leader in Forrester's Digital Business & Strategy practice serving business and digital executives. His research coverage includes content management systems (CMSes), product information management (PIM) systems, and commerce services and strategy for B2B and B2C companies. Chuck helps executives design strategies that deliver customer and business value by partnering with technology vendors and services providers. Chuck has 20 years of experience in content and commerce. He specializes in digital strategy, experience design, and technology initiatives in CMSes, e-commerce systems, digital asset management (DAM) systems, PIM systems, digital experience platforms (DXPs), and several others. He has led strategy and implementations for brands like Goldman Sachs, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Hilti, Marriott, AARP, and the Centers for Disease Control. Prior to joining Forrester, Chuck was a managing director and partner at Shift7 Digital (a Merkle company) and held senior management positions at ZS Medullan and Publicis Sapient. Chuck holds a BA in government and international politics and an MS in technology management from George Mason University. Chuck Gahun on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckgahun/ ---------- Resources ---------- Forrester: https://www.forrester.com We're proud to be a media partner for #MAICON26 - Oct. 13-15! Learn how AI can power your marketing and business and help you grow smarter. Use code AGILE150 to save! https://aglbrnd.co/r/7fe458ced0f04658Reach your customers with Reddit. Spend $500 in ad spend, get $500 back in ad credit! Learn more: https://advertalize.com/r/491818c79fb1873fThe most influential minds in software, AI, and engineering leadership will be at WeAreDevelopers World Congress North America, September 23-25 in San Jose. Learn more: https://aglbrnd.co/r/60a7299222a7bcf1 Enjoyed the show? Tell us more at and give us a rating so others can find the show at: https://aglbrnd.co/r/faaed112fc9887f3 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://aglbrnd.co/r/35ded3ccfb6716ba Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of One Vision Podcast, Danny Friday, CEO and Founder of Sail, joins Theodora Lau to unpack why the "boring" corners of fintech — HSA and FSA accounts — are exactly where the next wave of meaningful innovation is hiding. Danny shares the origin story behind Sail: a claim over a Spanish-language dental receipt that exposed a deeper challenge about regulated industries: most of their software isn't broken by accident, it's broken by indifference to user experience. They dig into why no one had built itemized, embedded HSA/FSA infrastructure before now, what changed technically to make it possible, and why Danny insists AI should never make the hard calls. The conversation closes on a bigger bet: that within three to five years, every digital banking app will help people reimburse tax-advantaged expenses, and what that means for the industry.

Bible StudyDon't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon: .Sermon NotesFatherhood Revealed: The Biblical Story1. Old Testament FoundationsIsrael as God's “son” (Exodus 4:22–23)Covenant identity: treasured possession (Deuteronomy 14:1–2)Metaphor of formation: God as potter, Father (Isaiah 64:8)Yet: limited use, reverence and distance remainRare usage suggests something still unfolding:  "there remains throughout the Old Testament a certain reserve about the father metaphor for God. There are nearly half a million words in the Hebrew Bible, yet God is only portrayed as a father some 15 times. It is almost as if these rare instances of the God of Israel being called (or calling Himself) 'father' are placeholders, awaiting some unforeseen future revelation that will cause them to take on a new resonance." Wesley Hill, The Lord's Prayer: A Guide to Praying to Our Father (Bellingham, WA: Lexham Press, 2019), 11.Jewish hesitation to speak of God as “Father”2. Jesus brings greater revelationJesus in the Gospel of John: “my Father” → then extends to “your Father”In Matthew alone: “your Father” repeated constantlyFatherhood is not metaphorical projection—it is revealed truth made accessible in Christ.Three Blessings of Knowing God as Father1. It teaches us the GospelPost-resurrection clarity: John 20:17 — “My Father and your Father”Galatians 4:4–7We are not naturally children of God in relational sense, but enemiesWe are adopted through Christ's redemption - God's grace makes former enemies into beloved children“No longer slaves, but sons” = full inheritance rightsIdentity is secured by grace, not performanceEven on bad days, we are not disownedSpirit enables “Abba, Father” prayer“Abba” = intimate, real relational address, even used by adult children for their dadsJesus himself uses this in GethsemaneEvery “Our Father” prayer is a gospel confession2. We come to him boldlyIllustration: child (son) bringing soldier to Abraham LincolnHebrews 10:19–22 — confidence to enter the holy placeLord's Prayer assumes boldness (imperative-like petitions):Hallowed be Your nameYour kingdom comeYour will be doneWe are not interrupting God—we are invited children3. We come to him calmlyContrast: pagan prayer = anxious repetitionJesus: “Your Father knows what you need before you ask” (Matthew 6:8)Children of a good father are not frantic for provisionAnxiety often reveals relational distrustKnowing the Father produces calm dependenceDiscussion Questions1. When you pray, how do you typically address God? Dear God, Lord, Jesus? Do you think it matters? Is there any advantage of directing our prayers specifically to "our Father?"2. Recap how relating to God as Father shows us the gospel.3. If someone has experienced a difficult relationship with an earthly father, would it be better to relate to God in some other way besides "Father?"4. If the Father already knows our needs, why come to him in prayer?Questions?Do you have a question about today's sermon? Email Randy Forrester ().

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful spoilers indicate that financial concerns at Forrester Creations start to surface, mainly revolving around the new Corra line. Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) and Carter Walton (Lawrence Saint-Victor) discuss the substantial costs of launching the most expensive collection in Forrester Creation's history. Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) is ensuring quality materials are used in his designs without endangering the bottom line at Logan.  B&B spoilers reveal Ridge and Eric Forrester (John McCook) are warned by Carter about the potential financial repercussions of their couture line. Despite their assurance, there is a concern that the line may not sell out, which could lead to a significant financial loss for Forrester Creations. This situation is exacerbated by Bill's keen interest in seeing Ridge suffer a setback. Spoilers for Bold and Beautiful indicate that Eric's recent designs for Logan have received a positive reception, with some fans preferring them over his designs for Forrester. This situation adds to the tension at Forrester Creations, with Ridge, Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood), Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang), and Eric feeling threatened by Logan's success. Furthermore, Ridge's decision to heavily invest in Eric's work for Forrester Creations could put the company's bottom line at risk. More B&B spoilers divulge that over at Logan, Deke Sharpe (Sean Kanan) assures Bill that his new designs are cost-effective to produce. Hope Logan (Annika Noelle)'s guilt over potentially damaging Brooke's reaction to her new line at Logan is palpable, but it seems unlikely that she will walk away from Logan. This episode was hosted by Belynda Gates-Turner for the #1 Soap Opera Channel, Soap Dirt. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

Every process problem is a customer problem in disguise. CI teams are good at finding waste, reducing variation, and improving flow. Customers experience those same breakdowns as uncertainty, frustration, effort, and broken trust.Slides, the resource list, and the full recording are on the episode page: https://www.kainexus.com/customer-signals-continuous-improvement-webinarThis episode is the audio from a recent session of the KaiNexus Continuous Improvement Webinar Series. Annette Behrensmeyer and Volker Probst of Resonance Growth Partners make the case for a second lens on improvement work: the customer signals already hiding inside your operational data. Repeat contacts, transfers, escalations, and frontline observations almost always show up before a survey score moves or a complaint lands. This isn't about replacing voice of the customer or launching another program. It's about enriching the signals you already use to decide what to work on next.In this conversation:Why solicited feedback (surveys, interviews) arrives late and carries an effort tax, and where unsolicited signals fill the gapA three-step approach to connect customer signals to your improvement system, plus a simple way to weigh customer value against business valueHow a 32-bed med-surg unit turned its daily huddle into a 15-minute patient signal huddle and compressed a 60-to-90-day feedback loop into daysHow a med tech company cut call volume by 30%+, saved over $10M in shipping cost, and recovered $20M+ in annual recurring revenue by making an opaque process visibleFour things any CI leader can start on this weekAbout the guestsAnnette Behrensmeyer and Volker Probst are managing partners at Resonance Growth Partners, where they help organizations connect customer understanding, employee insight, and business performance. Annette is a Forrester-certified CX professional with more than a decade designing enterprise CX strategies and feedback-to-action operating models. Volker brings more than 25 years turning customer insight into action at enterprise scale across CX and operational excellence leadership. Hosted by Mark Graban, senior advisor at KaiNexus.

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for June 22-26, 2026 uncovers shocking revelations as Katie Logan's (Heather Tom) betrayal is exposed while Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) comes to his family's rescue. The drama unfolds as Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) suspects Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) of hiding something. She confronts Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) about her suspicions, triggering a chain of events that could change everything. B&B spoilers indicate Bill Spencer (Don Diamont), Liam Spencer (Scott Clifton), and Katie anxiously await news about Hope's situation and her conversation with Steffy. A surprise visit from Sheila Carter (Kimberlin Brown) rattles Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) and Taylor Hayes (Rebecca Budig) at the hospital, sparking curiosity about her intentions. Spoilers for Bold and Beautiful suggest Melissa Dylan (Sydney Bullock) finds herself working under a new boss at Forrester, which could mean a shift in responsibilities. The drama intensifies when Brooke anticipates Hope's return to Forrester Creations, leading to a tense confrontation with Katie at Logan. Bold spoilers ring a surprising twist as Bill, Liam, Shauna Fulton (Denise Richards), and Wyatt propose a jewelry line. However, Bill demands the real Hope Diamond instead of the fake one presented by Wyatt. As July sweeps kick off, Eric Forrester's (John McCook) couture launch and Hope's new collection at Logan are set to debut. More B&B spoilers hint that Wyatt and Shauna's potential deal with Bill could lead to rapid expansion at Logan, while Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) struggles to keep up at Forrester. The tension escalates between Brooke and Katie, threatening to fracture the Logan sisters for good. Meanwhile, viewers can expect more revelations about Sheila's plans for Deacon and Taylor and the identity of her mystery roommate the week of 6/22-6/26/2026. The Soap Dirt podcast made the Top 100 List for Apple Podcast's Entertainment News Category. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

Episode 304 reunites The Analysts — Remarkable Retail's celebrated panel of Forrester's Sucharita Kodali, Guggenheim's Simeon Siegel, and GlobalData's Neil Saunders — to take stock of retail coming out of earnings season. Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc open on the paradox of 2026: results are largely strong, sentiment is dismal. Simeon argues the link between the two is "tenuous at best" — people talk one way and spend another. Neil has the data: roughly 60% of shoppers who expect the economy to worsen still spent more than a year ago, propped up by spring tax refunds that won't repeat. Then the K-shaped economy. Higher-income households drive most of the real volume growth; middle-income shoppers prop up value growth mainly because prices are higher. Sucharita revisits "peak ambiguity" and the "vibe session," noting record sales barely outrun stubborn inflation. The panel unpacks the standouts — Ross's 17% comp, Victoria's Secret up 15% — and debates GLP-1's role in surging apparel and beauty: wardrobe replacement, new confidence, trading up to statement pieces. On turnarounds, Simeon lands the episode's sharpest thesis: brands "ubiquitize" and peak around $3–4 billion in the US. Lululemon got too big, over-distributed, and over-earning — so the bad sales have to "walk out the door" before the brand can re-elevate, the same lens that frames Nike's long reset. He and Sucharita draw the Gap parallel ahead of Simeon's on-stage interview with Mickey Drexler, noting Old Navy now dwarfs Gap itself. Neil makes the case for Macy's under Tony Spring — basics fixed first, satisfaction and visitation improving — while Steve stays skeptical of the pace. Next, the DTC reckoning. Simeon reframes his old "DTC is not all it's cracked up to be" call as "anti-anti-wholesale": outside high-margin luxury, nearly every brand needs a healthy wholesale business — and stores remain the best channel because "the customer is your employee." Sucharita pushes back on the AI narrative, reminding everyone it's far more than generative hype, as the panel digs into why scaled players — Amazon, Walmart, Costco, off-price — keep compounding through retail media, marketplaces, and flywheel economics. It closes on the wealth effect, trillion-dollar market caps, and whether a market correction could rattle high-end spending — then rapid-fire hot takes: brands to watch (Cozey, Ross Stores, Goyard) and what's on each analyst's radar, from inflation and surging oil prices to a quiet "middle of the doughnut" news lull and an election year's hunt for stability. Join us at the CommerceNext Growth Show in New York June 23rd and 24th with this exclusive discount code for 10% off general admission tickets and FREE retail tickets: Your code is "REMARKABLE" . See you in the Big Apple! About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling author of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and media entrepreneur. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions hosted senior retail executive on-stage in 1:1 interviews worldwide. Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including The Remarkable Retail Podcast, The Voice of Retail The Food Professor, The FEED powered by Loblaw and the Global eCommerce Leaders podcast. He has been recognized by the NRF as a global Top Retail Voice for 2025 and 2025 and continues to be a ReThink Retail Top Retail Expert for the fifth year in a row.

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful 2-Week Spoilers for June 15-26, 2026 see Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) is sent into a frenzy before discovering her daughter's disloyalty. Meanwhile, Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) devises a new plot to undermine Forrester. Viewers can anticipate Sheila Carter's (Kimberlin Brown) reappearance, Katie Logan's (Heather Tom) strategies, and the grand launch of Eric Forrester's (John McCook) new couture line.  Spoilers for Bold and Beautiful reveal Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) struggles to keep a secret from Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) about Katie's new designer. RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) and Dylan's (Sydney Bullock) relationship progress as they spend time at the beach house. The following day, the team at Forrester Creations is eager to unveil Eric's new couture line, hoping to outshine the collection he made for Katie at Logan.  B&B spoilers indicate that Taylor Hayes (Rebecca Budig) and Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) are caught off guard when Sheila abruptly enters Taylor's office. In the same week, Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) offers Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) a promising opportunity which could lead to the revival of Hope for the Future collection.  More B&B spoilers suggest the real motives behind Sheila's return are revealed. Dylan is surprised to find out she's got a new boss at Forrester. Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) and Shawna Fulton (Denise Richards) have a consequential meeting with Liam Spencer (Scott Clifton) and Bill. The week concludes with a tense encounter between Brooke and Katie at Logan's office, with Hope secretly listening to their heated conversation.  Bold and Beautiful spoilers divulge that July sweeps kick off on Thursday, June 25th. The drama escalates as Hope's major launch at Logan takes place, sparking outrage from Brooke, Steffy, Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye), and Zenda Forrester Dominguez (Delon de Metz) the weeks of 06/15-06/26/2026. You are listening to Belynda from Soap Dirt. The most listened to soap opera podcaster. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

Since 2023, illicit financial activity has surged by $1.3 trillion, reaching an estimated $4.4 trillion globally. The reason isn't a mystery: bad actors have AI now too.In this episode of One Vision Podcast, Theodora Lau sits down with Tyler Allen, CEO of Unit21, to unpack what's happening on the front lines of AI-powered fraud. Tyler was Unit21's founding software engineer and he is now leading the company through a moment he calls "have your cake and eat it too": AI is finally cheaper than the human labor it could replace, and unlike humans, it doesn't get alert fatigue.The conversation goes deeper on:• The fundamental asymmetry between attackers and defenders — and why AI made it worse• Why majority of AI pilots fail (hint: it's almost never the technology) • Why AI makes sense for financial crime prevention and detection • What he asks potential buyers, from ownership and goals, to risk tolerance and more • What every FI should be demanding from their AI vendorsA conversation about the new physics of fraud — and the human consequences of getting it wrong.

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful is set to intensify with Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) prying into Katie Logan's (Heather Tom) new fashion line. The upcoming episodes will see Brooke and Steffy, displaying typical Forrester entitlement, barging into Katie's office and demanding information.  B&B Spoilers reveal that a leaked video shows Brooke, driven by an insatiable curiosity, threatening Katie and acting irrationally. The video further reveals an unanticipated twist involving Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) who spends an episode secretively listening to Katie's meetings from behind a screen in the Logan CEO office. Spoilers for Bold and Beautiful hint at a potential collaboration between Shauna Fulton (Denise Richards) and Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) for a jewelry line, and a perfume line for Logan. The storyline thickens with Steffy trying to identify Katie's designer, who might be Deke Sharpe (Harrison Cone). Brooke's aggressive pursuit of information about Katie's designer escalates to the point where she threatens to search the Logan offices, offering a thrilling narrative turn.  More B&B spoilers further complicate when Katie distracts Brooke so Hope can leave unnoticed, signaling Hope's allegiance to Logan. The leaked information predicts a major reveal about Hope launching with Logan, possibly through a fashion show.  You are listening to Belynda from Soap Dirt. The most listened to podcast for soap operas. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

Lots to cover on a Wednesday edition of Glenn Clark Radio, we will dive into the Orioles extra-inning loss to the Mariners last night as they've now dropped four in a row and look to snap the streak tonight with Brandon Young on the mound. It's a Wednesday so that means Drew Forrester will be in studio, we'll talk Orioles with Drew, surely get updates on the Stanley Cup Final during ‘Shaved Ice,' he'll preview Game 4 of the NBA Finals during ‘Hanging on the Rim' and we'll talk some soccer before the World Cup as well. At 11:30am, we will dive deeper into the World Cup with Ian Nicholas Quillen from Bleacher Report and Field Level Media to talk USMNT and much more. At 12:15pm, we are going to talk a little more World Cup with former NFL WR and Baltimore native Antonio Freeman about his son Alex Freeman and what it meant to see his son, Alex, make the USMNT World Cup roster and what it's like being a soccer dad. Plus, we will catch up with Super Bowl XXXV Champion Jamie Sharper who will is the defensive coordinator of the Louisville Kings and will be in DC this weekend for the UFL Championship on Saturday.

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful spoilers reveal Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) finds herself caught up in a whirlwind of deception and betrayal. Things took a dramatic turn when Brooke slapped her sister Katie Logan (Heather Tom) last week, but the real shocker came when Brooke discovered Katie's deceitful ploy. Katie played a clever ruse, leading Brooke to believe that she wouldn't hire any Forrester. Katie's trickery was further revealed when it was found out that Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) was working with her, much to Brooke's dismay. B&B spoilers suggest that this week's storyline was laced with history, revisiting the time when Brooke and Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) cheated while he was married to Bridget Forrester (Ashley Jones). The heated exchange between Brooke and Katie also brought back memories of Eric Forrester's (John McCook) humiliation by Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) and the subsequent revenge plot involving Katie.  Bold and Beautiful spoilers hint that despite Katie's justifications for her actions, Brooke is not expected to take the betrayal lightly. The aftermath of Katie's actions will surely lead to a showdown, especially since Katie has been increasingly showing signs of turning into Mrs. Bill Spencer. The tension is expected to peak when Brooke finds out about Hope's involvement with Katie. The fallout from these revelations might lead to Brooke accusing Katie of backstabbing her by specifically targeting her daughter, Hope. More B&B spoilers divulge that the situation gets more complicated as Hope, a grown woman, chooses to lie about her leave of absence from Forrester Creations to work for Katie. This could provoke Brooke to blame Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) for disrespecting Hope and driving her away. As the deceit and tension continue to escalate, viewers are eagerly anticipating a dramatic confrontation between Brooke and Katie.  The Soap Dirt podcast made the Top 100 List for Apple Podcast's Entertainment News Category. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful 2-Week Spoilers for June 8-19, 2026 indicate that Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) is seething for revenge after learning about his wife, Katie Logan (Heather Tom), being slapped. Meanwhile, Remy Pryce (Christian Weissmann) is making a significant move to win back Deke Sharpe (Harrison Cone) into his life.  B&B spoilers bring a twist of events as Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) and Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) are taking their relationship to another level, stirring tensions with RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti). Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Katie seem to reach a mutual understanding after a heated argument, though this might not signal the end of their feud.  Spoilers for Bold and the Beautiful suggest a significant development sees Liam Spencer (Scott Clifton) informing Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) about the unity in the Spencer clan and their need for him. This could lead to Wyatt joining them at Logan. There are signs of RJ and Dylan (Melissa Dylan) getting closer, while Bill and Katie are optimistic about their future. Brooke's recent violent actions and Katie's cruel words might fuel their determination to crush Forrester and the couple, Brooke and Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye).  More B&B spoilers divulge that Remy makes a surprising discovery which might lead to Deke considering letting Remy back into his life. Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) is seeking answers from Katie, and her snooping around Logan could spell trouble for Hope Logan (Annika Noelle). Also, Brooke and Katie's rivalry is intensifying, and Hope's joy working with Logan continues the weeks of 06/08-06/19/2026. The Soap Dirt podcast has made the Top 100 List for Apple Podcasts in the Entertainment News Category. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

After more than a decade of crossing paths at conferences and following each other's work, Theodora Lau finally gets the opportunity to host Sarah Biller, Co-Founder & Member Board of Directors of Fintech Sandbox, and Bank Director and Investor of Thread Bank, on the One Vision Podcast. In this episode, Sarah talks about building innovation ecosystems beyond traditional hubs, including her work in West Virginia and the influence of leaders like Brad Smith and John Chambers. Sarah describes what she looks for in founders. It's about digging deep, listening closely, and finding solutions that truly matter. The conversation turns to AI's rapid adoption in financial services, the shift to agentic AI, risks of replacing human judgment in regulated credit decisions, and the need to prioritize understanding and human-centered outcomes over speed and efficiency. The real constraint on a better financial future isn't AI, it's data, and whoever controls access to it controls the upper hand. And the episode closes on something both Sarah and Theo keep returning to in their work: the fragility of the household balance sheet, the millions of Americans who are one flat tire away from financial distress, and the choice in front of an AI-enabled industry — to widen that gap, or close it.If AI is the most transformative technology any of us will see in our lifetimes., whose financial future are we actually building?

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful predictions indicate that Steffy Forrester (played by Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) digs deeper into some suspicious activities and engages in a confrontation.  B&B predictions hint that Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) harbors a secret that he may soon reveal. The storyline also includes RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) and Dylan (Sydney Bullock), as well as Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) and Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan).  The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers show that RJ Forrester seems to be developing feelings for Dylan, which might risk her job at Forrester. Meanwhile, Steffy Forrester starts to suspect something is amiss with Katie Logan (Heather Tom). Things take a twist when Wyatt Spencer is seen with Shauna Fulton (Denise Richards), leading to speculations of a secret romance.  B&B spoilers reveal that Hope Logan is seen lying to her mother, Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang), about her leave of absence and new job. This episode concludes with an exciting cliffhanger as Deke Sharpe designs a show-stopping outfit for the Blue Diamond, leaving viewers in anticipation for the next episode. This episode was hosted by Belynda Gates-Turner for Soap Dirt. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful spoilers show that Katie Logan (Heather Tom) will appear content with her Logan designs, while Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) is forced into subterfuge against her family, the Forresters. Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Katie will have a fiery conversation, while at Spencer Tower, Liam Spencer (Scott Clifton) emphasizes the need for unity within the Spencer family.  B&B spoilers reveal that Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) is eager to acquire the Hope for the Future diamond, and Liam convinces Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) to permanently join the Logan team. Brooke and Katie reach a point of understanding, while Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) and Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) take their relationship to the next level.  Bold and the Beautiful spoilers indicate that Katie and Bill begin to look forward to their future, while Dylan (Sydney Bullock) and RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) grow closer. On Wednesday, Deke Sharpe (Harrison Cone) and Hope host an in-house mini fashion preview, while Eric Forrester (John McCook) unveils his new couture line.  B&B spoilers hint that Dylan worries about her position at Forrester, and Elsa S. Noel returns as French fashion enthusiast Fannie Grayson. Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) starts suspecting that RJ is seeing someone new, and Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) begins pushing Katie for answers.  The Bold and the Beautiful weekly spoilers concludes with Remy Pryce (Christian Weissmann) discovering something surprising.  This episode was hosted by Belynda Gates-Turner for Soap Dirt. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

Episode No. 761 features artists Denzil Forrester and William Wylie. Forrester is featured in "Dancing the Revolution: From Dancehall to Reggaetón" at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago through September 20. The exhibition explores and expands the visual, political, and spiritual histories of dancehall and reggaetón through contemporary art produced in the Caribbean, New York, London, and beyond. It was curated by Carla Acevedo-Yates with Cecilia González Godino, Iris Colburn, Nolan Jimbo, and nibia pastrana santiago. A catalogue will be published by the museum and DelMonico Books in July. It is available from Bookshop and Amazon for $60-65. The Grenada-born Forrester is best known for paintings that mine London's dub reggae culture and music clubs of the 1980s for subject and verve. The drawings he made in urban dance halls then continue to inform his work. His paintings are full of references to diaspora, the policing of Black people and culture in the UK, and dub reggae music itself. White Columns, New York, the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami and the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, Kansas City have presented solo exhibitions of his work in the US; in the UK, Nottingham Contemporary, the Jackson Foundation Gallery, Cornwall have too. His work is in the collection of museums such as the Tate, London, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Wylie's new photobook is titled "The Eighty-Eight: Photographs from a Japanese Pilgrimage." It features pictures from Wylie's experience fo the Shikoku Pilgrimage, a trail that vists 88 temples associated with the Buddhist monk Kūkai (Kōbō Daishi) on the island of Shikoku. The book was published by George F. Thompson Publishing in association with the Center for the Study of Place, and features an essay by Pico Iyer. Amazon offers it for about $42. This is Wylie's seventh book. His pictures are in the collection of museums such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, the National Gallery of Art, Washington, and the Yale University Art Gallery. Air date: June 4, 2026.

The Experience Strategy Podcast Hosts: Aransas Savas, Dave Norton, Joe Pine Featured articles: "Death of the Segment: Why Personas Are Killing Personalization" — SwiftERM "Your Personas Are Outdated. It's Time to Evolve Your Approach." — Audrey Chee-Read, Principal Analyst, Forrester Every other post on LinkedIn is announcing the death of something. Most of it is alarmist storytelling dressed up as insight. But under the noise, two recent articles — one from SwiftERM, one from Forrester — are pointing at a real problem: personas and segmentation, built for an earlier era of marketing, have become a drag on personalization in the era of AI. Dave, Joe, and Aransas trace where personas actually came from, why they got merged with segmentation, what AI changes about the math, and what should replace the persona as the stable determinant companies are still looking for. The answer Dave keeps returning to: situations. Key Ideas Personas were never built for marketers. Dave opens with the history. The persona originated around 1999–2001 as a design thinking technique to get engineers to think more like customers. It worked. Then it migrated into marketing and merged with segmentation, and the original purpose got lost. Segmentation is the search for a stable determinant. Companies need something they can count on to define a market — geography, demographics, lifestyle, generation. Stable determinants make markets identifiable, and identifiable markets are countable. But the stability is increasingly fictional. Customers are not stable. They want different things at different times. Joe's arc: mass market → segments → niches → markets of one → markets within one. Joe walks the progression from Henry Ford's mass market through Alfred Sloan's segments through the minivan that opened up niche thinking. Stan Davis's Future Perfect (1987) saw the path to markets of one. What comes next is the flip: multiple markets inside every customer. Joe on a business trip is a different market than Joe on a leisure trip with his wife, even though it is the same person and the same credit card. This is the situational markets argument. Dave's frame: situations can be the new stable determinant. Friday night with your wife is a context. Monday morning before work is a context. Travel in cold Chicago is a different context than travel in France. The behavior changes with the context, even when the person does not. The SwiftERM line that lands the case. "While your team is busy building a persona for Sarah, the 35-year-old yoga enthusiast, Sarah has already moved on. She isn't a persona. She's a dynamic stream of intent." She bought a yoga mat six months ago. For the last three days, her behavior shows interest in high-end supplements and weightlifting gear. The persona missed the shift. The window of intent closed before the system caught up. Bayesian thinking is the right math for this. Predictive analytics has historically used past behavior to predict future behavior — yesterday you watched a romance, so tomorrow you will too. The newer move is using context, not just history. Yesterday you watched a romance because it was Friday and you were with your wife. The probability updates with every new piece of information. AI makes this practical at scale for the first time. The Apple Watch and Netflix examples make it concrete. The latest Apple Watch update no longer just serves up the workout you did last. It serves up the workout you usually do on that day of the week. Aransas lifts Monday and Wednesday and the watch knows. Netflix recommends romance on Friday night because the pattern holds across the whole user base. Restaurants have understood this for a hundred years — they do not serve breakfast at nine at night because they read the context. Customers have the same AI you do. Joe's reminder at the end is the one that should make every CMO uneasy. Customers can now vibecode their own shopping experience. They can customize as easily as you can customize for them, and they will configure it for their own context every time. The companies that win are the ones whose offerings can flex to the customer's situation, not the ones with the most polished persona deck. A Word on "Moments" Dave makes a careful distinction at the end. Moments is the right idea, but 20 years of design thinking have loaded the term with retail-moment-one, retail-moment-two, retail-moment-three thinking — discrete and product-out, not organic and customer-out. Situations carry the meaning without the baggage. Memorable Moments Joe: "I might be multiple personas, but you never say there's a person, they're that persona. That's just wrong — morally, much less business-wise." Joe: "Dave has yet to find a situation in which talking about situations does not work." Dave's bathroom study: weather changed bathroom usage at French gas stations. It did not move the needle at Chicago train stations. Different situational markets. Aransas on the Paris Marathon: one toilet, a hundred urinals, 20,000 runners — half of whom needed to sit. A persona designed for one imagined customer, and the actual situation ignored. Joe on the American Girl Place men's bathroom stocking products that men do not use — because the company actually thought about who was walking in with their daughter. The Strategic Takeaway Companies need something they can count on. Personas have stopped being that thing. Aggregated situations — Friday night, business travel with kids, post-workout, end-of-quarter — are stable enough to plan against and dynamic enough to respect what the customer actually wants in the moment. AI no longer makes one-to-one a scary thing to attempt. The excuse is gone. The companies that move now will be the ones the customer feels actually understands them. Subscribe and Continue the Conversation Find the show on the Experience Strategist Substack, the podcast feed, and everywhere else. Article links in the show notes.

Time for a Wednesday edition of Glenn Clark Radio, lots to do on the program today, Orioles win again, this time on the road vs a lefty up at Fenway Park, we'll recap last night, another fantastic effort from a starter in Shane Baz and look ahead to tonight's matchup with Bassitt on the bump. It's going to be a busy morning as both Ken Zalis and Drew Forrester will be in studio to punish Ken for losing our Ravens ‘Draft Draft' contest. Tim in Bel Air was nice enough to stop by and make some Malort Wings for us which we will be making Ken consume, among other things… We'll get to some of Drew's normal segments as well to talk Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final after last night and preview Game 1 of the NBA Finals ahead of tonight. At 11:30am, we are going to be joined by an old friend in former Oriole, now Red Sox reliever Danny Coulombe, to check in on how Danny is doing, talk about facing his old club and much more!

This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Abhijit Sunil, Senior Analyst at Forrester Research, where he leads flagship research programs on IT sustainability, sustainability management, and climate risk. Abhijit traces his remarkable journey from designing robotics labs at IIT Bombay to consulting at Ericsson and McKinsey, before landing at Forrester where a flood of client questions about data center efficiency set him on the path to sustainability research. He shares how volunteering as a teacher in Mumbai's slums profoundly shaped his worldview—giving him a lens for seeing optimization and sustainability as deeply human issues, not just technical ones. Tammy and Abhijit also dig into the double-edged nature of AI, from its staggering energy demands to its extraordinary potential to democratize access, and why the answer to almost every big question in sustainability lives somewhere in the Goldilocks zone between extremes.Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATA.Links: Abhijit Sunil Learn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful 2-Week Spoilers for June 1-12, 2026 anticipate that major characters such as Hope Logan (Annika Noelle), Will Spencer (Crew Morrow), and RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) are set to stir up more drama that fans can look forward to.  B&B spoilers expect that Hope Logan retaliates against those she holds responsible for her departure from Forrester Creations. In an unexpected twist, Will Spencer also seeks vengeance on the same individuals, adding fuel to the already brewing tension. In a critical showdown, Will confronts the leadership team at Forrester Creations, setting the stage for an intriguing storyline. Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) finds herself in a tough spot when she learns about the conflict between RJ and Will at Bikini Bar. Meanwhile, Deke Sharpe (Harrison Cone) and Hope continue their conversation from the previous episode, with Hope extending a formal job offer to Deke.  Spoilers for Bold and Beautiful see the drama further escalates as Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) seizes the opportunity to hire Will at the Spencer Logan family business. The tension between the Spencer and Forrester families continues to grow, with Electra caught in the crossfire. Dylan (Sydney Bullock) and Electra's friendship strengthens amidst the turmoil, providing a respite from the ongoing feud.  More B&B spoilers stun with family face-offs, especially between the Logan sisters, Katie Logan (Heather Tom), and Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang). Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) contemplates joining the Spencer and Logan family business. Viewers will find out if Will and Wyatt will officially join Logan. Donna Logan (Jennifer Gareis) struggles to keep Hope's secret, and Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) is elated about his children working together at Logan.  This episode was hosted by Belynda Gates-Turner for the #1 Soap Opera Channel, Soap Dirt. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

What happens to a deposit when the account holder dies — and why are banks so unprepared for the one moment they know is coming?In this episode of the One Vision Podcast, Theodora Lau sits down with Martha Underwood, Founder and CEO of Prismm and author of the new release: The Death of Deposits. Drawing on 25+ years across IBM, Silicon Valley, and BBVA Compass, Martha talks about the unspoken assumption in banking — that the user will always be there — and how that assumption is now colliding with the largest generational wealth transfer in history.Together, Theo and Martha unpack the retention illusion, why the beneficiary field is the richest unused lead list sitting inside every bank's core, and why deposit attrition at death is an infrastructure problem, not a marketing one. They dig into the operational reality, the cultural reality, and the human reality, and why AI's real job is orchestration under pressure (not more automation). A deeply human conversation about deposits, design, and what it really means to extend a banking relationship beyond a single account holder.

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful predictions indicate that Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood), RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti), Will Spencer (Crew Morrow), and Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) will be at the center of the action, with Steffy suspecting foul play and RJ potentially resorting to deceit to get what he wants.  B&B predictions hint that Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) seizes an opportunity to rally the disgruntled Will, who was recently fired from Forrester, to his side. Meanwhile, tensions escalate between sisters Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Katie Logan (Heather Tom) as they argue over their sons' actions and the future of Katie's fashion line.  The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers show that Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) remains at odds with Steffy and Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) over their treatment of her. Her recent leave of absence from Forrester Creations raises Steffy's suspicions, leading to potential spying on Katie and the Logan team.  B&B spoilers reveal that Electra is caught up in the Spencer-Forrester feud and is stunned to learn about Will's firing and physical altercation with RJ. As she turns to Dylan for comfort, RJ uses this opportunity to manipulate Electra and might even resort to lying to end her relationship with Will.  More Bold and the Beautiful spoilers confirm that Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) is elated about working with Hope at Logan. All these unfolding events set the stage for an intense week in the world of Bold and the Beautiful, promising unexpected twists and gripping drama.  You are listening to Belynda from Soap Dirt. The most listened to podcast for soap operas. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful spoilers show that Katie Logan (Heather Tom) fiercely defend those she loves. As the story unfolds, Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) attempts to mediate, but to no avail. The show's protagonist, Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace), is left in shock after witnessing an altercation between Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) and RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) at Bikini Bar. Ridge takes a stand and fires Will, causing a ripple effect in their professional and personal lives. B&B spoilers reveal that Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) seizes the opportunity to recruit Will for the Spencer-Logan family business, adding further fuel to the Forrester versus Spencer feud.  The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers indicate that Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) and Deke Sharpe (Harrison Cone) continue their business discussions, and Electra finds herself caught in the middle of the escalating fight. B&B spoilers hint that Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) and Ridge have a disagreement about their family business. As the week concludes, a sister showdown occurs between Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Katie. The tension rises as Katie defends her son Will, and Brooke criticizes his recent actions. In a surprising turn of events, Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) considers joining Logan, hinting at future alliances and betrayals.  This episode was hosted by Belynda Gates-Turner for Soap Dirt. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

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Welcome into a Wednesday edition of Glenn Clark Radio, lots to do on the program as we recap an Orioles win over the Rays from last night that clinched a series victory for the birds, we'll continue to discuss if the O's are ‘back' and look ahead at what's next for the team. It is a Wednesday so that means Drew Forrester of DrewsMorningDish.com will be back in studio with us as we get his thoughts on the recent play of the birds, probably some golf talk, and of course he'll update us in the world of basketball and hockey through ‘Hanging on the Rim' and ‘Shaved Ice'. Then at 12:05pm, we will continue getting you ready for the return of the Maryland Whipsnakes and the PLL to Baltimore when we check in with Whipsnakes start defenseman Matt Dunn to preview the weekend, talk about his homecoming to Maryland and much more!

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful spoilers are anticipating a fashion rivalry as Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) brings his son Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) back to town, aligning with Logan to plot the downfall of their competitors. The Spencer family, including Hope Logan (Annika Noelle), is strategizing to overtake Forrester Creations, with Hope making the significant move of leaving Forrester to join Logan. Their secretive plan involves recruiting Deke Sharpe (Harrison Cone) and potentially Zende Forrester Dominguez (Delon de Metz), aiming to blindside Forrester with a new line under the Logan umbrella.  B&B spoilers indicate that Bill's wife, Katie Logan (Heather Tom), is expected to become the first lady of fashion in LA as Bill accelerates his plan to topple Forrester Creations. As part of the strategy, Wyatt is expected to start a Logan jewelry line, capitalizing on his design skills learned from his mother, Quinn Fuller (Rena Sofer). As Hope and Wyatt prepare for a possible runway debut, the Spencers may also venture into fragrance design, potentially poaching Ashley Abbott (Eileen Davidson) from Young and the Restless, a former fragrance designer for Forrester Creations.  Spoilers for Bold and the Beautiful suggest the rivalry is heating up, with Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) criticizing Katie for using her name for the new venture. Despite this, Bill remains determined to outshine Forrester Creations, promising an energizing battle of fashion houses. The Soap Dirt podcast made the Top 100 List for Apple Podcast's Entertainment News Category. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

In this episode of One Vision, Theodora Lau sits down with Hay Yip, Chief Strategy Officer and Chief of Staff at FundPark in Hong Kong, for a conversation that spans heritage, working capital, and what it really takes for SMEs to scale in an uncertain world.Hay shares his journey from a commercial banking career at HSBC — spanning both London and Hong Kong — to the electric pace of a fintech startup, and why he now goes to bed "with one eye open." Born in Hong Kong and grew up in the UK, his story comes full circle as he returns home to help the small businesses he's always been drawn to.At the heart of the conversation is the often-overlooked engine of commerce: working capital. Hay makes the case that cash flow is the "bloodline" of any growing business, and explains how FundPark uses data and analytics to serve e-commerce merchants who are not just underserved by traditional banks, but in many cases entirely unserved. Theo and Hay explore the founders' origin story, why entrepreneurs deserve more credit for their courage, and how global supply chain fragility shows up in the everyday lives of merchants and the customers who depend on them.Tune in for a candid look at the unglamorous but essential side of fintech, and FundPark's vision of "scale up as a service" — helping ordinary people behind real businesses thrive.

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful 2-Week Spoilers for May 25-June 5, 2026 suggest that Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) turns against her mother, Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang), feeling betrayed. Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan), also referred to as Deke Sharp in the transcript, is thrilled by a new business opportunity, while Hope takes a significant step that leads to ensuing conflicts. Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) and Shauna Fulton (Denise Richards) return to Los Angeles, bringing with them their fair share of drama.  B&B spoilers thrill with a notable event - the reopening of Bikini Bar, where Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) and Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) grow closer. Meanwhile, Donna Logan (Jennifer Gareis) tries to prevent Hope from joining them at Logan, but it seems she may not succeed. There's positive news for Brooke as she believes Hope for the Future will be reinstated at Forrester, but Hope may have already committed to Logan.  Spoilers for Bold and Beautiful reveal Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) brings someone from the past to expand Logan's empire, possibly Wyatt, aiming to compete with the Forrester jewelry line. However, Shauna's unexpected presence in LA might disrupt Brooke and Ridge Forrester's (Thorsten Kaye) relationship, recalling the time she tricked a drunk Ridge into marrying her in Vegas. More B&B spoilers see Electra delivering exciting news to Dylan (Melissa Dylan), and Deke gets an unexpected job offer from Hope to design for her at Logan. The beginning of June witnesses Hope dealing with the consequences of her decision, while Wyatt and Shauna reveal where they have been and what they have been up to the weeks of 5/25-6/05/2026. Soap Dirt has grown to the most subscribed to YouTube soap opera channel. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

Bible StudyDon't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon: .IntroductionContrast between the hand-cranked H. L. Hunley and modern nuclear submarinesChristians were never meant to follow Jesus in their own strengthJesus promises “another Paraclete” — another helper like himselfThe Holy Spirit continues the presence, power, comfort, and guidance of JesusMain idea: discipleship is empowered by the Holy SpiritI. Relationship — The Spirit Connects Us to JesusThe Spirit “dwells with you and will be in you” (John 14:17)The Holy Spirit is the breath of Christian discipleshipJesus says, “I will not leave you as orphans” (John 14:18)We experience the presence of Jesus through the Holy SpiritDiscipleship is a living relationship, not mere religionII. Revelation — The Spirit Teaches and RemindsThe Spirit is the “Spirit of Truth”The Holy Spirit:teachesremindsrevealsSpecial role for the apostles:inspiration of the New Testament ScripturesOngoing role for believers today:illumination of Scriptureconviction and guidancediscernment and prophetic encouragementAll revelation must be tested by ScriptureIII. Response — The Spirit Empowers Obedience“If you love me, you will keep my commandments” (John 14:15)Obedience is difficult in human strengthFulfillment of Book of Ezekiel 36:new heartnew spiritempowered obedienceThe Spirit transforms disciples from the inside outChristian obedience flows from Spirit-filled heartsConclusionAre you following Jesus in your own strength?Burnout often reveals self-powered discipleshipChrist offers:nourishment at the Lord's Tableempowerment through the Holy SpiritDiscussion QuestionsHow does the Holy Spirit cultivate a relationship between Jesus and his disciples? Give specific examples.Explain the difference between how the Holy Spirit provided revelation for the Apostles vs. how he does so for disciples today?Give an example of the Holy Spirit teaching, reminding, or revealing in your own life.Do human effort, intentionality, and discipline still have a role in Spirit-empowered discipleship? How do we keep from falling into man-made religion or doing it in our own power?Questions?Do you have a question about today's sermon? Email Randy Forrester ().

Un buen trial no solo prueba tu producto: es la herramienta que te cierra la venta. Suscríbete a la newsletter semanal aquí → https://eticacomercial.com/newsletter Hoy más del 60% de los compradores quiere probar antes de decidir (informe de Forrester). El trial dejó de ser una cortesía: ahora es la fase que tu cliente exige. La diferencia está en cómo lo estructuras. En este episodio te enseño a diseñar una prueba de concepto que reduce el riesgo del cliente y te acerca al cierre. En este episodio aprendes: - Por qué un trial bien diseñado cierra ventas y un "pruébalo gratis" las enfría. - Los 5 componentes que tiene que tener una prueba de concepto para acabar en cierre. - 4 maneras de ofrecer un trial cuando tu producto o servicio no se puede probar. - Los 2 errores más habituales que diluyen la prueba de concepto hasta el infinito. - Cómo las condiciones que acuerdas antes del trial se convierten en el inicio del cierre. Cada lunes te envío una estrategia de ventas con su paso a paso. Suscríbete a la newsletter aquí → https://eticacomercial.com/newsletter

Today's discussion begins with some sobering statistics. Carlos Rivera begins the discussion by referring to a recent Forrester report focusing on federal technology. It revealed that 52% of respondents faced significant negative impacts from budget constraints, and 86% expected breaches to increase. The conclusion is obvious: federal leaders will have to learn how to leverage the assets they must use to protect sensitive networks and data. Today, we hear from three experts on how to accomplish the elusive goal of doing more with less. First, Ken Busby from CMS suggests that some enterprise services can be shared across an agency. An example might be identity and login services. Busby recommends that an agency bring in the right resources and processes to support technology and get the right people to help you. Second, there has been a proliferation of tools to address emerging security threats posed by AI. Keith Busby CMS states when considered individually, they may make sense, but when looked at in aggregate, there may be crossovers. Finally, if one attempts to protect everything, nothing gets accomplished. Richard Verwers, Carahsoft, emphasized that prioritizing the most vulnerable is most important: network security, data protection, and incident response. The panel agreed on the necessity of adapting to rapid technological changes and fostering cross-agency collaboration to build resilient operations.

What do the American people actually expect from companies deploying AI — and are corporate leaders listening?In this episode of One Vision Podcast, Theodora Lau sits down with longtime friend Tyler Spalding, Chief Marketing, Communications & Engagement Officer at JUST Capital, to unpack the organization's latest research on how the public, investors, and corporate executives view AI's impact on society, jobs, and the economy.They dig into the perception gap between public sentiment (66%) and corporate optimism (94% of investors and 90% of corporate leaders see AI as a net positive), and what that gap means for business leaders navigating workforce decisions, reskilling investments, and responsible AI deployment.The conversation also explores the tension between AI-driven efficiency gains and the human cost of disruption — from layoffs framed as AI transformation and the anxiety facing the next generation entering the workforce, as well as the importance of defining and incentivizing responsible AI through consistent, comparable standards guided by public expectations.

Welcome back to Intellicast! On today's episode, Brian and Gabby dive into the latest news from around the insights industry. They also spend some time examining an issue impacting all of research, but it is not as prevalent as AI or data quality: feasibility. Kicking it off, Gabby and Brian talk about Forrester's first quarter results. While Forrester reported earnings down 5%, what both Brian and Gabby found more intriguing was that Forrester revised its full-year guidance to expect a 10% decline in revenue. They both speculated whether this was a signal about performance for the rest of the industry.   Brian and Gabby also spend some time talking about Scintilla, Walmart Data Ventures' new API-powered data feed for advertisers and their clients. Both see the potential next steps with the tool and the data it provides, especially if Walmart decides to open up access directly to CPG and other product manufacturers. They also see other major retailers like Amazon and Target rolling out similar solutions in the near future. Gabby and Brian then take on the news that Medallia is being taken over by its creditors after its owner decided to discontinue investing in servicing its debt. This led to a broader debate between the two about the potential dark side of taking venture capital as a means to scale quickly. They both acknowledged that venture capital firms get their money back one way or another, and if this new story is just the first of potentially many we may see over the next couple of years. A few of the other stories they touch on in this episode include: Norstat's newly launched expert network Sago's integration of ID verification and selfie matching into their respondent onboarding process for their panel Wire's rebrand launch In the final segment of this episode, Brian and Gabby discuss a recent special report from Research Live that dived into the current state of research participants. This led to more of a philosophical discussion about respondent experience, and how respondents' expectations have changed, but how we conduct research hasn't. Gabby talks about some of the daily hurdles she experiences with feasibility and how it all ties together. Thanks for tuning in! The 2026 Edition of The Sample Landscape is now available! You can download your copy here: https://content.emi-rs.com/the-sample-landscape Did you miss one of our webinars or want to get some of our whitepapers and reports?  You can find it all on our Resources page on our website here: https://emi-rs.com/resources/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gartner studied 350 executives at billion-dollar companies. Eighty percent had cut staff for AI. None of it correlated with higher returns. Goldman Sachs found the stock bounce is gone. Forrester predicted half of all AI-attributed layoffs would be reversed by 2027. The data is in, and it says the same thing from every angle: the cuts were theater. This episode breaks down who knew, who stayed quiet, and what the companies actually winning at AI did instead. Plus, what HR leaders, recruiters, and job seekers can do with the receipts now that they're public. Brought to you by my newsletters: The Recruiting Life - Clarity on what's happening now and next in the world of work. Career Intelligence Weekly - Tracking the invisible job market for smarter career decisions. Subscribe to both at https://newsletter.jimstroud.com Research related to this podcast is cited in the Sunday, May 17, 2026 issue of The Recruiting Life Newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bible StudyDon't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon: .Sermon Notes:Four Questions About Discipleship1. What Is Discipleship?A determined quest for Jesus HimselfBonhoeffer quote:“The determined quest for him who is the sole object of it all”Discipleship is relational, not transactionalCultural lie: “It's all about you”Jesus calls us to lose our lives to find themDiscipleship is ongoing“Follow me” is present tenseDaily, dynamic pursuitJesus is alive and leading us somewhereDistinction from salvationSalvation = gift of graceDiscipleship = walking out the new lifeCollege acceptance illustration:Accepted freelyRespond with grateful participation2. How Is Discipleship Sustained?By love for JesusJesus asks Peter three times:“Do you love me?”Restoration after Peter's three denialsJesus restores failing disciplesPeter failed, but Jesus did not abandon himChrist's love heals and restoresLove becomes the motivationNot guiltNot successNot position or resultsWe follow Jesus because we love Him“We love because he first loved us”3. How Are Others Involved?Discipleship is communal“We will go with you”Christianity is not a solo pursuitImportance of community and Life GroupsBeware of comparisonPeter: “What about this man?”Jesus: “What is that to you? You follow me.”Different callings, gifts, struggles, outcomesComparison damages discipleshipBeware of collapsing faith into communityYou cannot live off someone else's faithEach disciple must personally respond to JesusCommunity supports personal discipleship, not replaces it4. What Does Discipleship Require?EverythingJesus foretells Peter's suffering and martyrdomContrast:Self-determined lifeSurrendered lifeDiscipleship requires surrenderSurrender of:PlansDreamsReputationComfortEven life itselfLearning surrender over timeSometimes through sufferingSometimes through aging and limitationThe Lord teaches each disciple differentlySurrender helps us trust God's goodnessDiscussion QuestionsWhat's your "Sea of Galilee story"? [the circumstances through which you heard Jesus say "follow me"]What's the difference between justification and discipleship?Can someone be a Christian but not a disciple?Explain the difference between a healthy concern for another Christian's discipleship vs. unhealthy comparison.What has surrender looked like in your life?Additional Resources:The Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich BonhoefferThe Gospel of Mark course taught by RandyQuestions?Do you have a question about today's sermon? Email Randy Forrester ().

This week, former Forrester Research Director, Jeff Clark, is back in the studio with our host Ian Truscott to discuss an article from Anthony McPartlin, Principal Analyst at Forrester, Agentic Prospecting: Seven Reasons The Hype Falls Short. Demand generation and prospecting have changed, with sales teams now armed with tools that allow them to run lead generation campaigns across LinkedIn and email, which was traditionally the role of marketing, but now this role is being handed to the robots, with agentic prospecting handling everything from deciding the ICP, buyer personas, to executing the campaign.  Picking 5 f'in' things from the article, as is the editorial policy of the podcast, Ian and Jeff discuss: Agentic Prospecting Assumes Signal Quality That Doesn't Exist The Assumption that Sales is a Numbers Game Accuracy is Fragile Due to Heavy Reliance On LLMs & External Data The Fallacy of End-To-End Autonomy Claims The Spam Problem Ian then joins Robert Rose in the virtual bar, The Rose & Rockstar, to discuss Robert's recent article from The Content Marketing Institute - Content-Led Marketing: The Essential Strategy for the AI Era. They discusses the evolution of marketing strategies from campaigns to content-led marketing, and the impact of AI and community building on brand storytelling. Enjoy! — The Links The people: Ian Truscott on LinkedIn  Jeff Clark on LinkedIn Robert Rose on LinkedIn Mentioned this week: Agentic Prospecting: Seven Reasons The Hype Falls Short Tuesday 2¢ - The Cost of the Easy Button Content-Led Marketing: The Essential Strategy for the AI Era Robert's podcast: This Old Marketing  Robert's newsletter: Lens, his websites, robertrose.net and seventhbear.com Rockstar CMO: The Beat Newsletter that we send every Monday Rockstar CMO on the web and LinkedIn Previous episodes and all the show notes: Rockstar CMO FM. Track List: We'll be right back by Stienski & Mass Media on YouTube Piano Music is by Johnny Easton, shared under a Creative Commons license The Miracles - Love Machine You can listen to this on all good podcast platforms, like Apple, Amazon, and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's show is entitled, "Seven AI Agent Archetypes for B2B GTM" and my guest is Jessie Johnson, Principal Analyst at Forrester. Tune in as we discuss... AI isn't replacing marketers, it's reshaping what they do. The fear of being replaced is shifting toward a more useful question: what do I bring to this that AI can't? Not all AI agents are created equal. Forrester's seven AI agent archetypes give go-to-market teams a practical way to think about which type of AI they need and where it actually belongs in their workflow. Trust AI aggressively, but verify religiously. The teams winning with AI aren't the ones who set it and forget it…they're the ones who stay deeply in the loop, questioning outputs until the trust is truly earned and the sources are transparent. Listen Now | Watch the video HERE Matt interviews the best and brightest minds in sales and Marketing.  If you would like to be a guest on Sales Pipeline Radio send an email to acceleration@heinzmarketing.com. Sales Pipeline Radio was recently listed as one of 30 Best Sales Management Podcasts and Top 60 Sales Podcasts You can subscribe right at Sales Pipeline Radio and/or listen to full recordings of past shows everywhere you listen to podcasts! You can even ask Siri, Alexa and Google or search on Audible!  

Why you should listenJay McBain breaks down the data behind why 51% of partners are in double-digit profit decline while the industry grows at 10.2%, and what separates the partners winning from the ones quietly falling behind.Learn the specific positioning shift that gets you found by large language models, buyers, and vendors, including why "I sell to midsize banks in Perth and do compliance" beats every generic services page on the internet.Walk away with the new partner economics: the 6.3 partners surrounding every SaaS deal, the 28 measurable moments in a buyer's journey, and where partner revenue actually sits inside the next 20 years of AI.Half the channel is in double-digit profit decline in an industry growing 10% a year, and most SaaS partners can't work out why their pipeline is drying up. In this episode, I talk with Jay McBain, Chief Analyst at Omdia, the world's leading voice on channels, partnerships, and ecosystems, with 32 years entirely in the channel. We get into why digital sameness is killing smaller partners, why large language models can't find you when you do all things to all people, and where the real money sits inside the 20-year AI era. Jay shares the data behind the 1,000 partners doing two-thirds of all tech services globally, and the niche play that puts you on the right side of that line. If you're tired of competing in a sea of identical websites and watching better-positioned partners win deals you should have been in, this one's for youAbout Jay McBainJay McBain is Chief Analyst for Channels, Partnerships, and Ecosystems at Omdia, with more than 30 years analyzing the global channel landscape. He has held executive channel roles at IBM, Lenovo, Autotask, ChannelEyes, and Forrester, and was named Global Channel Influencer of the Year by Channel Futures Magazine. His research on the 28 measurable buyer moments, the 6.3 partners surrounding every SaaS deal, and the shift from resell to ecosystem-driven revenue has made him the analyst vendors and partners turn to when they need to understand where the channel is heading next.Resources and Linksomdia.comJay's LinkedIn profileJay McBain on The Paul Higgins Podcast: Episode 435Need help with your WHO and WHAT decisions? Apply for a FREE Multiplier CallBook a Decision Session herePrevious episode: 682 - 82% of Tech Partners Are Not AI Ready Are YouCheck out more episodes of the Paul Higgins PodcastSubscribe to our YouTube channel: @PaulHigginsMentoringJoin our newsletterSuggested resources

Mystery Science Theater 3000 The Movie Starring Mike Nelson, Bill Corbett, and Kevin Murphy Dr. Clayton Forrester (Trace Beaulieu) figures he can rule the world if he deadens his subjects' brains by making them endure terrible movies. Exploiting his access to nearby satellite-dwellers Mike Nelson (Michael J. Nelson) and his robot pals, Crow T. Robot and Tom Servo (Kevin Murphy), Forrester makes them watch a cheesy 1950s spaceship film. But when Mike and friends make funny comments throughout the movie and others that follow it, Forrester's plan looks increasingly flimsy.

Jeff and Jim welcome back Henrique Teixeira, SVP of Strategy at Saviynt, for his fourth appearance on the podcast. The episode opens with Jim's firsthand experience building an AI agent for a work project and discovering in real time how identity management challenges surface in the agentic era. After conference updates on EIC in Berlin and Identiverse in Las Vegas, Henrique unpacks the crowded terminology around AI agent governance, from Gartner's agent management platforms to UADP, the Unified Agentic Defense Platform. He proposes a three-pillar framework for managing AI and non-human identities: discovery, identity lifecycle and governance, and runtime access management, with guidance on where to start depending on whether your organization is greenfield or legacy-heavy. The conversation then examines how AI is reshaping the analyst business model, what makes information sources trustworthy, and how proprietary inquiry data forms the real competitive moat for firms like Gartner and Forrester. The episode closes with a wide-ranging discussion on AI's risk to shared cultural experiences, hyper-personalized entertainment, and the ethics of licensing your digital identity in the afterlife.Connect with Henrique: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernardes/Connect with us on LinkedIn:Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/Visit the show on the web at http://idacpodcast.com00:00:00 Intro00:00:55 Jim's AI Agent Experiment and Identity Lessons00:06:04 Conference News: EIC and Identiverse00:07:22 Identity Beer Community Events00:08:40 Introducing Henrique Teixeira00:12:00 AI Control Plane: Competing Terminologies00:17:36 Three Pillars of AI Agent Identity Management00:18:46 Why Visibility Matters More for NHI00:20:00 Ownership, Accountability, and Humans at the Control Plane00:24:26 Industry Maturity and the Gaps That Remain00:25:41 Where to Start: Governance-First vs. Visibility-First00:29:52 AI's Impact on the Analyst Profession00:34:57 What Analyst Firms Have That AI Cannot Replace00:39:04 Trust, Boutique Analysts, and Repeatability00:44:34 Proprietary AI Chatbots and Gated Intelligence00:49:30 IP Rights and the Legal Gray Zone of AI Training00:52:14 AI and the Erosion of Shared Cultural Experience00:58:00 AI Music, Personalized Entertainment, and the Future of Art01:03:47 Digital Afterlife, Voice Clones, and AI Personas01:08:18 Wrap-Up and ClosingKeywords: IDAC, Identity at the Center, Jeff Steadman, Jim McDonald, Henrique Teixeira, Saviynt, AI identity control plane, non-human identities, NHI, agentic AI, AI agents, AI governance, identity lifecycle, access management, discovery, agent management platform, UADP, IAM, Gartner, analyst firms, AI and culture, digital identity, identity security, EIC, Identiverse, identity beer

What separates an AI agent that demos beautifully from one that actually runs in production at a bank? In this episode of One Vision Podcast, Theodora Lau reconnects with Maté Jendrolovics, CEO and Founder of Intuitech, for a candid conversation about the reality of agentic AI in financial services — where "80% accurate" doesn't mean 80% of the value. Maté shares how Intuitech has expanded in the past year, and his idea of an AI-native bank. A grounded, hype-free conversation about doing AI in financial services the hard way — and why that's the only way it creates real value.

What if finishing someone else's story became the very thing that helped you rewrite your own? This week on On the Air with Florenza, I sit down with debut novelist Andrew Forrester to talk about How the Story Goes—a heartwarming, bookish love story about grief, creativity, second chances, and the healing power of storytelling. We dive into bookstores, literary dreams, childhood fantasy worlds, and what it means to write an ending when your own life feels unfinished. #OnTheAirWithFlorenza #FlorenzaLee #AndrewForrester #HowTheStoryGoes #BookPodcast #AuthorInterview #DebutAuthor #BookClubReads #ContemporaryFiction #WomensFiction #BookLovers #WritersLife #HarperCollins #FlorenzaLee #FlorenzaDeniseLee

Debut novelist Andrew Forrester is a writer and former English teacher whose work has appeared in McSweeney's and Parents magazine. He holds a PhD in nineteenth-century British literature and lives in Austin, Texas, with his family. How the Story Goes is his first novel.Learn more at andrewforresterbooks.comSpecial thanks to NetGalley for early previews. Intro reel, Writing Table Podcast 2024 Outro RecordingFollow the Writing Table: @writingtablepodcastEmail questions or tell us who you'd like us to invite to the Writing Table: writingtablepodcast@gmail.com.

On this episode of Parenting Is a Joke, Corey Ryan Forrester talks about recalibrating a 22-year stand-up career around raising his almost three-year-old son, after years of touring 45 weeks a year led to panic attacks, canceled shows, and a long-overdue start in therapy before becoming a parent. He explains how COVID-era podcasting, Substack writing, and an unexpected book deal from HarperCollins created a financial cushion that let him stay home for his son's first year, and why he still resists returning to full-time road work despite loving stand-up, calling live shows “the result of the work” and travel the real cost. The conversation moves through the physical and emotional crash that follows weekends on stage, the strange relief of having a kid who will lie beside him for hours watching all four Toy Story films in a row when he's depleted, and the way parenting heightens everything from crying at commercials to worrying about how your choices look to other parents. Forrester also reflects on being raised by a deeply private father who never showed emotion—yet shaped his values around loyalty and caring for family—and shares how that legacy now shows up in small, repeated rituals with his own child, like reminding him to thank his mom and modeling daily check-ins with his own mother. The episode weaves together comedy, storytelling, and the logistics of creative work with a young kid, landing on a vivid origin story of how hearing a Tim Wilson CD make his grieving father laugh nonstop on a long drive to Florida clarified, once and for all, what comedy could do.

The dominant structural shift identified is the emergence of agentic AI as a direct operator within multi-system business environments, triggering a governance and accountability gap. Vendors and cloud platforms—including AWS, Stripe, and Cloudflare—are enabling AI agents not only to recommend actions but also to directly access payment rails, provision infrastructure, and execute transactions. This movement turns automation into an operating model issue rather than a feature deployment, as the identity, authority, and accountability of non-human actors become central operational questions. Primary evidence is drawn from a range of industry signals. According to an AMD-commissioned IDC report, 81% of enterprises are engaged in AI PC adoption and 61% are embedding AI into workflows. AWS has expanded managed agent packaging for AI deployments, Stripe has launched the Link wallet allowing AI agents to process payments on users' behalf with controls on payment credentials, and Cloudflare has demonstrated agents autonomously provisioning cloud resources with enforced monthly spend limits. While these statistics carry vendor-driven optimism, the combined actions of these companies confirm a shift from advisory AI to operational AI. Related developments reinforce this trajectory. The SolarWinds survey reported by Computer Weekly finds 71% of IT workers experiencing higher demands due to AI, with only 19% noting reduced cognitive load, reflecting operational burdens rather than efficiencies. Similarly, Forrester data cited by The Register highlights a change in CIO responsibilities from system building to outcome governance as agentic AI exposes gaps in decision rights and process completeness. Security risks are elevated, as the Kela report counts 2.86 billion stolen credentials in a year, indicating that agent-driven credentials can trigger machine-speed purchases and changes, compounding the challenge of oversight and recovery. Operational implications for MSPs are significant. Without explicit governance, spend limits, approval paths, and audit trails, MSPs face increased liability and support burden when AI agents initiate actions across client systems. The episode underscores that automation is not just a technical project but a contract and service design issue; if accountability is not clearly defined, MSPs bear the risk and cost of unauthorized transactions and exception handling. To mitigate exposure, there is a need to formalize agent governance as a priced, intentional service encompassing identity management, financial controls, and documented operational guardrails before agentic AI is deployed in client environments. 00:00 Agents Take Over 04:39 Who's Accountable? 06:48 Who Owns This? 09:58 Why Do We Care?    Supported by:  NerdioScalePad    Upcoming event:  The Pivotal Point of IT: Building Services for the AI-First Era Date: May 13 at 1p.m. EDT Register: https://go.acronis.com/davesobelaiera

When AI agents start buying and selling on our behalf, who do they really represent? In this new episode of One Vision Podcast, Theodora Lau sits down with Marc Massar — payments veteran and founder of Aura Labs — to unpack the merchant side of agentic commerce that most of the industry is overlooking. They dig into why today's agentic protocols are still walled gardens, what happens when transaction context disappears but liability doesn't, why dynamic pricing gets dangerous at machine speed, and what merchants need to do now before they get trapped in someone else's ecosystem. Marc draws on past lessons to make the case that market design — not smarter agents — is what will determine whether agentic commerce works for everyone or just the platforms that control it.00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro03:03 Protocols and Walled Gardens10:25 Who Does the Agent Serve14:20 Post Purchase Identity and Disputes22:54 Merchant Playbook for Agentic Search32:41 Consent and Payments Friction35:25 Dynamic Pricing Meets Agents39:06 Market Design and Controls44:48 Seller Data Playbook51:35 Closing

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May Day MMMay Day 2026: Top CEO pay increased 20 times faster than workers' pay in 2025Rivian Sold 42,247 Cars And Paid Its CEO [RJ Scaringe] $403 Million, Or 15 Jim FarleysComcast Co-CEO Mike Cavanagh Lands $72 Million Pay Package For 2025Google co-founder [Sergey Brin] rips California billionaire tax: 'I fled socialism'ONE-TIME wealth tax: The proposal would impose a 5% tax on net worth above the $1 billion threshold for people who were California residents as of Jan. 1, 2026, with some assets like real estate and certain retirement accounts excluded~$13B, with certain exclusions this figure could drop to $9B (the approximate value of his real estate empire)This is the equivalent of $2,500 if you earn $50,000Ken Griffin slams Mamdani for singling him out as a 'profound lack of judgment,' ripping socialist bentBill Ackman to New York City Mayor Mamdani: Don't scare away the billionaires CEOs got millions after boards ‘neutralized' the impact of tariffs. Some won't say what it was worthRTX CEO Christopher Calio: $27.7 million in compensation last yearAt its January 2025 board meeting, the compensation committee of RTX pre-authorized the removal of tariff impacts on business metrics related to Calio's pay months before President Trump announced a set of sweeping Liberation Day tariffs on April 2, 2025 that upended global supply chains. The RTX comp committee said that the tariff-cost impact “should be neutralized” for determining annual bonus payouts because the tariffs were “externally imposed, unpredictable and unrelated to operational execution.”Calio's annual bonus hit $5.1 million, an 85% increase over the $2.76 million the company paid him the year beforeHow much of that growth was attributable to the tariff exclusion, RTX did not discloseWe spoke to over 30 CEOs and business leaders. Here's what worries them mostA world of constant shocksSupply chains are under strain and getting costlierInflation is testing the consumerAI is an opportunity, but also a threatCyber and trust are keeping CEOs upEnergy security is back at the centerThe leadership playbook is changingThe 'Dirty Secret' Behind AI Layoffs: Forrester Warns Tech Is Often Non-ExistentForrester finds most firms citing AI for job cuts lack the systems to back it up, deepening mistrust over how and why people are being let goExecutives are increasingly blaming artificial intelligence for sweeping layoffs even when the technology is barely in place, Forrester has warned, with analyst J.P. Gownder saying that in 'nine out of 10' such cases the AI capability behind those cuts simply does not existMeta says it doesn't know its ideal size as it prepares to lay off 10% of its staffBed Bath & Beyond CEO: AI will lead to ‘significant reduction in headcount'Sam Altman says he is 'deeply sorry' for failing to alert police ahead of mass shootingSam Altman Issues Grim ApologySam Altman is “the face of evil” for not reporting school shooter, says lawyerSam Altman apologized to the people of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, because OpenAI had flagged and banned the suspect's ChatGPT account but did not alert police before the mass shootingApril 28, 2026: Our commitment to community safety“We assume the best of our users, but when we detect that someone is attempting to use our tools to potentially plan or carry out violence, we take action, including revoking access to OpenAI's services.”“We use automated detection systems to identify potentially concerning activity at scale.”“When an account or conversation is flagged, it is assessed in context by trained personnel. These human reviewers are trained on our policies and protocols, and operate within established privacy and security safeguards”“When conversations indicate an imminent and credible risk of harm to others, we notify law enforcement.”Zero mention of the Tumbler Ridge massacre, the apology, the lawsuits, etc.Elon Musk's trial against Sam Altman to reveal the ongoing power struggle for OpenAIMusk is suing Altman, OpenAI, and Microsoft over the claim that OpenAI abandoned its original nonprofit, “benefit humanity” mission and instead became a profit machine, while OpenAI says Musk is really trying to slow a competitor he helped createThe courtroom tone has been described as unusually messy and theatrical, with the judge reportedly telling both sides to stop acting out on social mediaThe judge told Musk to cool it on the “robot apocalypse” and “Terminator” talk.Musk lawyer says OpenAI 'stole a charity,' as trial against AI firm, Sam Altman beginsWorld's Richest Man, Least Generous? Elon Musk Tops Forbes 'Least Philanthropic' ListForbes' analysis concludes that Elon Musk has given around $500 million 'directly to those in need' — a sum that sounds enormous in isolation yet, by the magazine's maths, represents just 0.06 per cent of his reported wealth. In other words, for every $1,000 attached to his name on paper, roughly 60 cents has so far gone, in clear line of sight, to people or causes that can be classed as receiving direct help.Jerome Powell says he will continue to serve as a Fed governor, calls Trump criticism 'unprecedented'Powell says he's staying on as a Fed governor after his chair term ends, which blocks Trump from simply creating an empty seatPowell says the pressure campaign is unprecedented and threatens the Fed's independence.Bessent Says Powell Staying On Is ‘Violation' of All Fed Norms“It's highly unusual for someone who says he's an institutionalist and cares about norms at the Fed. This is a violation of all Federal Reserve norms.”“I think it is an insult to Kevin Warsh, Miki [Michelle] Bowman and Chris Waller to think that these other Republican nominees do not care about the institution of the Fed and that he alone can maintain the integrity of the Fed.”Trump Takes a ‘Wrecking Ball' to Independent Scientific Advisory BoardThe DEI death blow: “We Could See the Largest Drop in Black Representation Since the End of Reconstruction”Much like dual class shares: The erosion of the Voting Rights Act directly dilutes the collective political power of Black communitiesThomas Dartmouth Rice ("The two most popular characters in the world at the present time are [Queen] Victoria and Jim Crow.") received some formal education in his youth, but ceased in his teenage years when he acquired an apprenticeship with a woodcarver named DodgePentagon inks deals with seven AI companies for classified military workOpenAI, Google, Nvidia and others agreed to ‘any lawful use' of their tech. Anthropic, feuding with Pentagon over potential AI misuse, was not includedGoodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: France unveils plan to ditch all fossil fuels by 2050a “first of its kind” plan to phase out coal by 2030, oil by 2045 and gas by 2050 during a global conference aimed at breaking reliance on fossil fuelsMM: War on Social Media: Greece to ban anonymity on social media DRI seriously might move to GreeceMeta's threat to quit New Mexico ‘is showing the world how little it cares about child safety,' AG saysAssholiest of the Week (MM):Disney's spineless chair James Gorman DRABC can beat Trump FCC's license threat if owner Disney is willing to fightThe man who was the savior picking the new CEO, when asked what he thinks of the attack on Kimmel and Disney's ABC (again), said, “It's the job of the CEO with their team to figure out the right answer and they'll be guided by the board”, and then declined to say what advice he or the board would give regarding the “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” show.“We have a terrific new CEO, Josh D'Amaro, he's world class so I'm sure he'll rise to the occasion and do what the right thing is.”Here's a glow up of Gorman choosing the new CEO:James P. Gorman, former head of Morgan Stanley, became Disney's chairman a year ago with succession at the top of his to-do list. The 67-year-old Australia native comes with strong opinions and sterling credentials: He helped stabilize, then revitalize the Wall Street bank during his 14 years in the C-suite, retiring in December 2024 after orchestrating a seamless baton pass.“I don't know that there's anyone who could have navigated these kinds of leadership transitions better than James,” Wharton School Dean Erika H. James said in an interview. “He's not afraid to do the hard things.”James was on the board of Morgan Stanley with GormanSo the board abdicates all responsibility? They bow out? Without Ken Doll Bob Iger around they have no part to play anymore?“Even after paying off the president last year, ABC is once again under attack by this administration,” Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) wrote yesterday. “This should be a lesson to all who capitulate to the president: You cannot buy his favor, you can only rent it.”Even the fucking CATO INSTITUTE weighed in: FCC's Punitive Review of ABC-Disney's Broadcast Licenses Shows Need to Protect Free Expression“Punishing a media organization, no matter what one thinks of their reporting or programming, is an affront to the right of Americans to speak and listen to whatever speech they wish”AI OverloadPopular pasta sauce brand is launching new device to record conversationsPrego owned by Campbells selling a puck that sits on your dinner table, records the conversation, and offers “conversation prompts”When a soup company thinks the answer to AI in soup is a fucking device sitting on your table, listening to you, when we're already surrounded by our tech overlords doing the same thing, we know we've jumped the sharkChip Wilson and the male CEO industrial complexLululemon Founder Takes Aim at New CEO Pick, Escalates Proxy FightChip uses “governance” as his main angle of attack without acknowledging that 50% of the board he hates, including the chair, HE HAND PICKED HIMSELFWall Street sank the shares more than 13% on the announcement of Heidi O'NeillCritiqued her tenure at Nike pushing “direct to consumer” - without acknowledging that Nike is a dual class controlled company with the company founder's nepo baby on the board AND an executive chair (Mark Parker) AND the current CEO (Elliott Hill)Do you think O'Neill made the decision in a vacuum by herself? She's an NEO under not one but THREE leaders - and in 2025 she got a massive stock award (11.4m) to keep her around. She also has a babysitter - she was head of Consumer, Product, & Brand, but there was Craig Williams, Chief Commercial OfficerIs this anything but fucking white dude manbaby sexists anymore?60% female board who just added another woman of color to go above that, +8% gender power gap, 70% female influence - the analytics suggest they are not deferential to the CEO, the only merit director on the board are womenWhile dude analyst Bill Campbell at Paragon Intel said, “she does not look like the obvious architect of the deeper reset this moment demands,” William Blair analyst Sharon Zackfia said, “She brings a significant breadth of knowledge in women's performance apparel and her experience accelerating speed-to-market is particularly welcome at lululemon where lead times have ballooned to about 24 months.”Reading the timeline of interactions, Wilson just sounds like a fucking baby, complaining the board isn't talking to his people enough, they don't respond quickly enough, even as every time he doesn't get his way he publicly says the board sucks but commits to the chair he wants to have “constructive” dialogue. Then the board offers him board seats if he just shuts the fuck up, and he says he won't agree to shut up but they should give him the board seats anyway.Headliniest of the WeekDR: Lululemon's New CEO Is Already in the Hot Seat—and She Hasn't Even StartedMM: 51% of U.S. employees have cried at the office within the last month, according to a new reportWho Won the Week?DR: Only Elon Musk can fire Elon Musk from SpaceX, filing showsMM: Earth - SpaceX ties Musk compensation to Mars colonization goal, which I assume can only mean if Musk himself colonizes Mars he gets paidPredictionsDR: Billionaires start to introduce their own taxes on “normal” people, like: Sidewalk Wear-and-Tear Tax: charged per step, tracked via mandatory Smart Shoes™ and a Public Bench Depreciation Fee: sitting longer than 90 seconds counts as an “asset strain,” tracked via mandatory Smart Boxer Briefs™MM: Because Jamie Dimon says bureaucracy sinks companies and the solution may be getting rid of the ‘jerks' who don't want to solve it, JPMorgan begins firing the 51% of jerks who cried in the office this month.

Burnout shouldn't be the price of success, but setting boundaries at work is easier said than done. Tarveen Forrester, who oversees workplace culture at Kickstarter, shares practical strategies for protecting your time and cultivating “sustainable ambition,” so you can crush your goals — without letting them crush you.This episode originally aired in 2025.Learn more about our flagship conference happening this April at attend.ted.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.