Podcasts about Franzi

#300: Die beste Biathletin der Welt zu Gast in der Jubiläumsfolge!

Wo sind die schönsten Läufe Deutschlands und was zeichnet sie aus? Franzi kennt unglaublich viele große und kleine Rennen, startet selber, filmt und fotografiert. Und sie hat die besten Tipps dafür, was ihr unbedingt ausprobieren solltet.Mit dem Camper müsst ihr natürlich nicht anreisen, doch dadurch ergibt sich so manche spannende Geschichte.Und nicht nur in Deutschland sondern auch in Kenia und NYC ist Franzi dabei. Eine Freizeitläuferin, die das Laufen und das Berichten darüber zu ihrem Beruf gemacht hat. Schaut gerne auch hier vorbei: https://www.instagram.com/franzi.ederseerunner/https://running-media.de/Und zu Norbert geht es hier: https://www.instagram.com/nwilhelmi/ Unsere Empfehlung für super schnelle Muskelregeneration und bei kleineren Wehwechen: https://feelslike.sport/janDas beste seit der Erfindung des Carbon-Schuhs. Einfach genial!!!Sucht euch gerne aus, ob ihr Franzis Code FRANZI10 oder meinen: laufenisteinfach nehmt.

Als der fränkische Astronom Simon Marius im Jahr 1612 erstmals sein Fernrohr auf einen nebligen Fleck im Sternbild Andromeda richtet, kann er noch nicht ahnen, was er da eigentlich sieht: Marius beschreibt „schimmernde Strahlen, die um so heller werden, je näher sie dem Zentrum sind.“ Den Lichtglanz im Zentrum erscheint dem Astronomen wie „wenn man aus großer Entfernung eine brennende Kerze durch ein durchscheinendes Stück Horn betrachtet“. Damit ist wohl Simon Marius der erste Astronom, der den Andromedanebel durch ein Fernrohr beobachtete. Spätere Beobachtungen mit besseren Fernrohren und Teleskopen ergeben, dass dieser Andromedanebel spiralförmig ist. Und im Jahr 1912, fast genau dreihundert Jahre nach Simon Marius, richtet der Astronom Vesto Slipher sein Teleskop gen Andromedanebel und findet dabei heraus: Dieser recht hübsche Spiralnebel kommt mit Karacho auf uns zugeflogen: Slipher ermittelte für den Nebel eine sogenannte Radialgeschwindigkeit von 300 Kilometern pro Sekunde. Heutzutage wissen wir, dass der Andromedanebel überhaupt kein Nebel ist – sondern eine eigenständige Sterneninsel. Sie ist also eine Galaxie genau wie unsere Milchstraßeund wie sie ein Teil der Lokalen Gruppe, gehört somit zu unserer unmittelbaren kosmischen Nachbarschaft. Die Andromedagalaxie ist derzeit rund 2,5 Millionen Lichtjahre von der Milchstraße entfernt. Allerdings: Diese Entfernung wird immer geringer, denn wegen ihrer hohen Radialgeschwindigkeit scheint es so, als würde die Andromedagalaxie direkt auf die Milchstraße zufliegen. Deshalb gilt es seit fast einem Jahrhundert eigentlich als ausgemachte Sache, dass die Andromedagalaxie und die Milchstraße irgendwann zusammenstoßen und miteinander verschmelzen werden: Aus den zwei Spiralgalaxien würde so eine einzige, größere elliptische Galaxie werden. Und doch war und ist noch vieles unklar bei dieser potenziellen kosmischen Kollision: Wird es einen frontalen Zusammenstoß geben? Oder eher eine Art Streifschuss? Oder fliegt die Andromedagalaxie auch einfach an der Milchstraße vorbei? In dieser Folge erzählt Franzi von der lange erwarteten Verschmelzung der Milchstraße mit der Andromedagalaxie – und was diese mit galaktischer Eschatologie, Tangentialgeschwindigkeiten und Messunsicherheiten zu tun hat. Episodenbild: NASA, ESA, STScI, Till Sawala (University of Helsinki), DSS, J. DePasquale (STScI)

Hallo, hier melden sich nur die drei Deppen von Tele-Horst. Es hat diesmal ein wenig länger gedauert, doch dafür erwartet euch in Folge 90 eine ausgesprochen charmante Gästin: Franzi. Sie ist nicht nur höflich und überaus sympathisch, sondern verdient sich nebenbei als Ninja-Assassine im Kondo-Clan ihre Sporen – und als wäre das nicht bereits eindrucksvoll genug, arbeitet sie hauptberuflich als Editorin / Cutterin.Ihr wollt noch mehr Superlative? Bitte sehr: Einer der Filme, über die wir in dieser Episode sprechen, stammt in seiner finalen Schnittfassung tatsächlich von Franzi höchstpersönlich. Jetzt dürft ihr gern ehrfürchtig nicken – oder euch wenigstens so verhalten, als hättet ihr gute Manieren.In diesem Sinne wünschen wir euch beste Unterhaltung mit der neuesten Horst-Ausgabe, in der wir uns den schillernden wie desaströsen Facetten des Body-Switch-Genres widmen. Viel Spaß beim Hören!

Dr. David Scieszka is the Founder and CEO of Vertical Longevity Pharma, a biotech startup developing cutting-edge therapeutics that target the root causes of age-related diseases. With a PhD in Biomedical Sciences, an MBA in Business Management, and a background as a U.S. Army PSYOP Specialist, Dr. Scieszka brings a unique blend of scientific expertise, strategic vision, and mission-driven leadership to the longevity space. At Vertical Longevity Pharma, David is leading the development of a first-of-its-kind vaccine aimed at reversing the buildup of plaque in arteries, which is the underlying cause of heart attacks and strokes, and the leading cause of death worldwide. The company has already gained early traction with investors and formed academic partnerships to advance this breakthrough therapy toward human trials. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Salman Ghani is a seasoned technology leader with deep expertise in compliance, risk management, AI and digital transformation. With over a decade of experience ensuring that technology solutions meet stringent regulatory and privacy standards, he has successfully guided organizations through complex compliance landscapes. As the founder of My Driver Book, Salman is now combining his compliance background with emerging technologies, most notably artificial intelligence, to create a secure, intelligent platform for the logistics industry. His vision is to build My Driver Book into an AI-driven solution that proactively monitors driver performance, automates safety checks, and ensures real-time regulatory compliance. By embedding AI at the core, he aims to offer not just a product, but a predictive, self-improving ecosystem that enhances accountability, safety, and operational efficiency across fleets. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Ray Smith is the President & CEO of Trycera Financial, Inc. Mr. Smith has spent over 25 years developing technologies and platforms in order to facilitate consumer credit profile reporting and business credit building. He is focused on a wide array of credit profiles, but specifically gravitated to thin or limited credit profile reporting. During his tenures across a broad spectrum of companies, Mr. Smith raised millions of investment dollars for the purpose of funding working capital and research and development to complete proprietary software development in the reporting and credit services space along with acquiring strategic business relationships. He currently has been focusing on helping small business owners secure capital for launch, growth and scaling by using their EIN credit as well as securing institutional and private investments. In addition, prior to his involvement in the credit reporting, credit building and technology space, Mr. Smith owned and operated a diversified financial services call-center which was responsible for processing credit card applications for a variety of banks specializing in turn down consumer conversions. The call-center generated up to $250 million in open to buy available credit and employed over sixty people. As a leader in the alternative credit reporting markets and due in large part to his vast understanding of both the credit and reporting systems, Mr. Smith has emerged as a leader in the space. With his latest endeavors, Mr. Smith has put together a comprehensive financial credit awareness and funding coaching package to assist small business owners and entrepreneurs secure the capital they need to properly run their business. Mr. Smith received a Bachelor of Science degree in Math and Music from Dickinson State University located in Dickinson, ND. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

V rubrice archivní návraty si tentokrát pustíme unikátní nahrávku z roku 1964. Spisovatel a překladatel Max Brod vzpomíná na svého přítele Franze Kafku.

V rubrice archivní návraty si tentokrát pustíme unikátní nahrávku z roku 1964. Spisovatel a překladatel Max Brod vzpomíná na svého přítele Franze Kafku.

V rubrice archivní návraty si tentokrát pustíme unikátní nahrávku z roku 1964. Spisovatel a překladatel Max Brod vzpomíná na svého přítele Franze Kafku.

V rubrice archivní návraty si tentokrát pustíme unikátní nahrávku z roku 1964. Spisovatel a překladatel Max Brod vzpomíná na svého přítele Franze Kafku.

V rubrice archivní návraty si tentokrát pustíme unikátní nahrávku z roku 1964. Spisovatel a překladatel Max Brod vzpomíná na svého přítele Franze Kafku.

V rubrice archivní návraty si tentokrát pustíme unikátní nahrávku z roku 1964. Spisovatel a překladatel Max Brod vzpomíná na svého přítele Franze Kafku.

V rubrice archivní návraty si tentokrát pustíme unikátní nahrávku z roku 1964. Spisovatel a překladatel Max Brod vzpomíná na svého přítele Franze Kafku.

V rubrice archivní návraty si tentokrát pustíme unikátní nahrávku z roku 1964. Spisovatel a překladatel Max Brod vzpomíná na svého přítele Franze Kafku.

V rubrice archivní návraty si tentokrát pustíme unikátní nahrávku z roku 1964. Spisovatel a překladatel Max Brod vzpomíná na svého přítele Franze Kafku.

V rubrice archivní návraty si tentokrát pustíme unikátní nahrávku z roku 1964. Spisovatel a překladatel Max Brod vzpomíná na svého přítele Franze Kafku.

V rubrice archivní návraty si tentokrát pustíme unikátní nahrávku z roku 1964. Spisovatel a překladatel Max Brod vzpomíná na svého přítele Franze Kafku.

Heute ist Franziska Dietzsch von Klinker & Klunker zu Gast bei Anaïs und es geht um ein unterschätztes, aber extrem wichtiges Thema: versteckter Schimmel in Immobilien. Franzi teilt mit uns praktische Tipps, wie du Schimmel auch ohne sichtbare Anzeichen entlarven kannst – von Geruch bis Feuchtigkeitsmessung. Sie verrät uns, welche Geräte helfen und wie du clever nachhakst, wenn etwas verdächtig riecht. Für alle, die Wohnungen nicht nur schön, sondern auch gesund kaufen wollen! Website: https://www.klinkerundklunker.de/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klinkerundklunker/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mountainman Nesselwang, Streakrunning und Familienzuwachs

Folge 96: So geht Marathon richtig (1/3)Du willst deinen ersten Marathon laufen – oder beim nächsten alles besser machen? Dann ist diese Serie genau richtig für dich. Nach einem Aufruf auf Instagram haben mich 102 Fragen erreicht – von euch, der Laufcampus und Marathon Podcast Community. Daraus habe ich 42 typische oder besonders spannende Fragen ausgewählt – und beantworte sie in drei Folgen mit je 14 Fragen. In Teil 1 geht's um die wichtigsten Basics: Wann solltest du mit dem Training starten? Wie lang müssen deine Long Runs sein? Was hilft gegen Hitze, was bringt Ernährung wirklich – und warum du bei der Pace nicht nur auf deine Uhr hören solltest. Ich teile meine besten Tipps aus über 20 Jahren als Laufcoach – für Einsteiger genauso wie für ambitionierte Wiederholungstäter. Drei Folgen, 42 Fragen – genau so lang wie der Marathon. Lass uns loslegen! Franzi und Andreas sind übrigens Mitglied im Laufcampus Club TEAM LAUFCAMPUS, ein Club der die Mitglieder vernetzt und viele, viele Vorteile bringt. Join us. IN DIESER FOLGE ANGESPROCHEN Club: Der Laufcampus-Club – Jetzt informieren Seminare: Laufseminare und Marathonseminare Mallorca: Laufen, Lachen, Sonne tanken Newsletter: Wöchentlich Tipps und Angebote LINKS ZU FRANZI UND ANDREAS Andreas Butz auf Instagram Andreas auf Facebook Andreas bei Strava Andreas bei LinkedIn Mehr Marathontipps unter www.laufcampus.com Der im August 2023 gestartete Podcast entwickelt sich immer mehr zu dem deutschen Marathon-Podcast. Freue ich auf wertvolle und unterhaltsame Impulse zu Training, Taktik und Ernährung rund um deine Hobbys Laufen, Halbmarathon und Marathon.

Wenn es nicht cool ist dann mache ich einfach etwas neues!!!Soooo crazy was Franzi alles schon durch gemacht hat in ihrem Leben! Als ich sie das erste mal sah, war ich so gebannt von ihrer Lebensgeschichte UND es war klar dass muss hier mit euch geteilt werden.Franzi hat eine der bewegendsten Geschichten die ich je gehört habe.Über Hausverkauf am See, Einblicke in des krasse Leben in der Gastronomie, warum sie alles beendet hat und WARUM sie mit dem Tabu Thema Alkohol jetzt so polarisiert - das alles und vieles mehr erfährst du in dieser inspirierenden Folge.Lasst euch von unserem Deeptalk inspirieren!Vor allem wenn du auch gerade an so einem Punkt stehst und du nicht mehr ganz so happy mit deinem Leben bist, haben wir hier viel Input für dich.Über mich:Instagram @elina_heinzeHomepage: www.nest-homes.deÜber Franzi:@franzi.das.bin.ich@franziehretÜber eine Bewertung und vor allem wenn du diese Folge teilst, wenn sie dir gefällt, würde ich mich sehr freuen.Happy Friday,Elina

What exactly is the Matrix — and how do we escape it to finally break free from everything that is holding us back from living our highest potential? In this spontaneous, unfiltered episode recorded right from our epic road trip from Germany to Ibiza, I sat down in the car with Dani Gutiérrez (@daguti_) - empowerment and energy coach, retreat host, free spirit and world-traveller - to dive deep into the illusions of modern life, systems of control, and what it really means to wake up and live a life of freedom, fulfillment, abundance, enjoyment, passion and euphoria.  No studio. No script. Just raw conversation, real questions, and honest reflections on the road about the topics we love talking about the most.  Listen now to catch the vibe, challenge your perspective and maybe, just maybe, start to see the Matrix for what it really is: a construct. -------- LIMITLESS MASTERCLASS Connect with Dani Connect with Franzi  

With over 30 years of experience in wealth management, Rhonda Ducote is a respected leader and expert in the financial advisor industry. As President and Principal of Apriem Advisors, she is known for crafting personalized financial strategies that focus on both outstanding results and exceptional customer service. Rhonda's dedication to her clients goes beyond business, as she considers them an extended family, pouring her heart into ensuring their financial success. Rhonda is also passionate about empowering women in finance. Through the creation of Women of Wisdom, she provides a platform for women to take control of their financial futures, helping to bridge the gender gap in financial literacy and boosting confidence in financial decision-making. Rhonda's husband, children, granddaughter and two pups are the driving forces for everything Rhonda does! -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Kompakt informiert – so bleibst du Laufcampus-intern immer auf dem neuesten StandWillkommen zur ersten Folge der Laufcampus News – dem neuen Kurzformat im MARATHON PODCAST. In unter 6 Minuten bekommst du hier regelmäßig das Wichtigste aus der Laufcampus-Welt: neue Trainingspläne, freie Seminarplätze, spannende Termine und alles, was sonst nur über den Newsletter kommt. Heute erfährst du: Was die neuen Zwischensaison- und Nachbereitungspläne können Für welche Seminare noch Plätze frei sind Wie du dich zur nächsten Trainerausbildung anmeldest Wann du die nächste reguläre Ratgeberfolge erwarten kannst Diese Folge ist bewusst werblich – aber nur für Dinge, die dich als Läufer:in wirklich weiterbringen. Wenn dir das gefällt, abonniere auch den Newsletter und bleib auf dem Laufenden.

Meghan Clem and Katie Webb Brundige are the creative forces behind Intertwined Inc., bringing decades of experience in hospitality, events, marketing, and design to the art of crafting luxury experiences. Their hospitality collection of brands offers wedding and event production services, social media marketing, and room block management. Known for their creativity, precision, and heart, they also lead RAD Camp, their nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities through life- changing and inclusive experiences. Meghan, a University of Southern California graduate with a degree in Public Relations, launched her career in event planning and public communications for the City of Anaheim, later expanding her talents into large-scale production, nonprofit consulting, and social media strategy. Katie, who holds a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management with a focus in Event Management from San Diego State University, began her journey planning major events for Fortune 500 companies before building a reputation for bespoke event design and multi-day productions across the globe. Together, they've woven social impact into the very fabric of their business model because they believe that luxury and generosity are not mutually exclusive. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Craig Cooke is a successful entrepreneur who had the foresight to start a “digital first” company utilizing the Internet long before “digital first,” “digital transformation,” and other buzzwords of today were created. With extremely limited resources of $1,300 and an Apple computer, he started RhythmNet.com. Over the years of struggle, adaptation, and repositioning the brand, “Rhythm“ was sold to a world-class digital creative agency in 2019. Craig stayed with the company for just over 3 years, completing a 26-year marathon of running the company as CEO. During his tenure at Rhythm®, Craig worked with middle market to large enterprise companies, such as American Honda Motors, Beats by Dr. Dre, ZO Skin Health, Irvine Company, The Travel Corporation, Segway, U.S. Bank, FivePoint, Online Trading Academy, Allergan, Abbott Labs, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, and many other B2C and B2B brands. Craig has also participated as a speaker in many conferences and seminars, including “Connections” by ExactTarget, The “Res Conference” by the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development, The Integrated Marketing Forum, and numerous other events. He has also served on the boards of the California American Indian Chamber of Commerce as Vice-President and the American Advertising Federation as Interactive Chair. Today, Craig shares his business wisdom, experience, and expertise in three key areas: executive leadership, brand development, and marketing communications. He continues his training in martial arts, continuously learning and evolving his skills. Also, he has studied and served as a practitioner of Chinese Medical Qigong since 2015, bringing energy healing to hundreds of people. He has a Doctorate Degree of Chinese Energetic Medicine from the Temple of Change and Transformation. Craig incorporates his skills, knowledge, and expertise in energetic practices into the world of business to provide a truly unique perspective and method in working with professionals across a wide variety of industries. Outside of his consulting and qigong practice, Craig enjoys spending time with his wife, two kids, and two dogs in Southern California. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Im Interview mit Franzi Helms sprechen wir über ihre gemeinsam mit Jo Lücke neu gegründete "Liga für unbezahlte Arbeit". Ein gemeinnütziger Verein, der sich an der Funktions- und Herangehensweise einer Gewerkschaft orientiert und eine Heimat werden soll für alle, die unbezahlte Sorgearbeit leisten. Im Gespräch erklärt Franzi, wieso sie einen Verein und keine "echte" Gewerkschaft gegründet haben und was sie zur Bündelung der Interessen von Sorgearbeitenden vor haben. Natürlich sprechen wir auch darüber, wer Mitglied werden kann und was ihr davon habt. Seit dem 01. Mai - passenderweise am Tag der Arbeit haben die beiden ihre Initiative veröffentlicht - sind bereits 400 Menschen dem Verein beigetreten. Mehr sollen folgen und so aus der LUA eine echte Interessensvertretung für Eltern, pflegende Angehörige und alle anderen, die unbezahlte Sorgearbeit leisten werden. Wichtige Links: Informationen zur LUA: https://lua-carewerkschaft.de/ Instagram der LUA: https://www.instagram.com/luadiecarewerkschaft/ 0-Euro Elternzeitplan mit Inspiration für individuelle Modellen: https://beziehungs-investoren.de/0-euro-elternzeitplan/ Anmeldung zum kostenfreien Vortrag für alle mit Kinderwunsch: https://beziehungs-investoren.de/vortrag-finanzen-elternzeit/ Du wünscht dir Unterstützung während der Schwangerschaft durch alle bürokratischen Themen hindurch? https://beziehungs-investoren.de/guide Infos zur Elternzeit-Masterclass: https://beziehungs-investoren.de/elternzeitplanung-masterclass/ "Love & Money" bestellen: https://amzn.to/3NH8vxm Folge direkt herunterladen

Folge 95: Wie Struktur, Methode und Vorbereitung deinen Trainingserfolg verändernLäufst du noch nach Gefühl oder schon mit System? In dieser Folge im MARATHON PODCAST erfährst du, warum strukturierte Trainingspläne so viel mehr sind als starre Vorgaben – und wie sie dich davor schützen, immer wieder in dieselben Trainingsfehler zu tappen. Andreas spricht darüber, welche Risiken das Laufen ohne Plan birgt, warum das Kombinieren aus verschiedenen Quellen selten funktioniert und wieso Modetrends wie „Double Threshold Days“ oder reines VO2max-Training nicht in die Laufcampus-Methode passen. Du erfährst, wie sich 2024 die Laufcampus-Methode verfeinert hat – warum jetzt alle Trainingspläne 16 Wochen lang sind und was das für deinen Formaufbau bedeutet. Außerdem geht es um die Rolle von Belastungssteuerung, Regeneration und klar definierten Schlüsseleinheiten. Andreas zeigt dir auch, warum viele Besserverdiener schneller laufen und weshalb dies nichts mit dem Einkommen zu tun hat. Und er verrät, warum der Laufcampus Club – das Team Laufcampus – aktuell so stark wächst. Wenn du wissen willst, was wirklich hinter einem guten Trainingsplan steckt – und warum er dein stärkster Laufpartner sein kann, stärker als jeder Carbonschuh und jedes Gel – dann hör dir diese Folge an. Franzi und Andreas sind übrigens Mitglied im Laufcampus Club TEAM LAUFCAMPUS, ein Club der die Mitglieder vernetzt und viele, viele Vorteile bringt. Join us. IN DIESER FOLGE ANGESPROCHEN Club: Der Laufcampus-Club – Jetzt informieren Potenzialanalyse: Was du wirklich drauf hast Trainingspläne: Die besten Trainingspläne Seminare: Laufseminare und Marathonseminare Mallorca: Laufen, Lachen, Sonne tanken Newsletter: Wöchentlich Tipps und Angebote LINKS ZU ANDREAS Andreas Butz auf Instagram Andreas auf Facebook Andreas bei Strava Andreas bei LinkedIn Mehr Marathontipps unter www.laufcampus.com Der im August 2023 gestartete Podcast entwickelt sich immer mehr zu dem deutschen Marathon-Podcast. Freue ich auf wertvolle und unterhaltsame Impulse zu Training, Taktik und Ernährung rund um deine Hobbys Laufen, Halbmarathon und Marathon.

Drawing on years of hospitality industry expertise, Ms. Almada excels as the Chief Executive Officer of DKN Hotels. Since joining the organization in 1998, she has held various roles, including Vice President, Regional Director, General Manager, and Assistant General Manager. In this current capacity, she oversees all personnel, ensuring they have what they need to reach their goals. Additionally, Ms. Almada conducts site visits, manages growth strategies, and collaborates with team members to motivate and inspire them. An expert in her field, Ms. Almada earned a bachelor's degree in tourism and hotel management from Universidade Anhembi Morumbi before joining DKN Hotels as a front desk clerk. Subsequently, she expanded her professional knowledge by completing an MBA with emphasis in leadership and management from the University of San Diego. In conjunction with her work, she is aligned with Vistage Worldwide, Inc., a chief executive officer coaching and peer advisory organization through which she has dedicated herself to continued improvement and mentorship since 2009. Likewise, Ms. Almada has dedicated herself to her community through the Girl Scouts from a young age and the Woman's Leadership Council. In light of her professional achievements, Ms. Almada has received numerous awards and nominations for her dedication to industry excellence. Most recently Ana has been recognized as one of HOTEL MANAGEMENT Magazine's 2025 Forty Over 40! This distinction celebrates exceptional leaders who exemplify dedication, innovation, and influence within the hospitality industry. Ana's unwavering commitment and passion continue to inspire us all, shaping a legacy of excellence here at DKN Hotels.  DKN Hotels was also named the Best Place to Work in Orange County in 2017 and received the Nation's Top Workplaces through USA Today in 2024. While her career has been filled with highlights, she takes the most pride in developing DKN Hotels' company culture and establishing new hotels. Though hard work and dedication have brought her far in her career, she credits her success to the collective efforts of everyone she works with. Her team generously gives their time, knowledge, and patience to fulfill the company's desire to make a difference. She also notes that education, research, and drive have kept her on the path to success. Looking toward the future, Ms. Almada intends to ensure that DKN continues to develop and manage their portfolio of hotels, expands the business, extend its management services to other hoteliers, and inspire and develop more passionate individuals in the hospitality industry. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Susan Howington is the CEO and Founder of the outplacement and executive coaching firm called Power Connections Career Services, Inc, and equity owner of Career Partners International. She is a sought-after expert in the career management field due to her experiences as a career consultant, executive coach, author, and speaker. Her life-long goal is to help professionals manage and advance their careers through effective work relationships and strategic management growth, which ultimately leads to greater success for them and the companies for which they work. Susan made her mark in the industry throughout her executive tenure with the firm of Lee Hecht Harrison, a global player in outplacement and executive coaching services. Under Susan's leadership as Senior Vice President and Managing Director of the Southern California region, the company was branded as the premier Executive Coaching service in Orange County, California. She received Lee Hecht Harrison's Global Leadership Consulting Award and participated as a member of the Company's Executive Strategic Planning Committee. Widely recognized, Susan was profiled by OC Metro Magazine as one of “15 Orange County Women Who Inspire Others”. She has appeared in national and regional media outlets that include the Orange County Register, Los Angeles Times, and the Wall Street Journal. She is the author of the book on Amazon.com called “How Smart People Sabotage Their Job Search: 10 Mistakes Executives Make and How to Fix Them.” Susan is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC)™ through the International Coaching Federation. Her experience includes coaching C-level executives and key senior management. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

As founder of OC Growth Advisors, Marla works with business owners and their employees to improve focus and processes for growth and greater profitability. She has run several successful organizations, including one she sold in 2015 for 15 times EBITDA. Marla has served on multiple non-profit boards as well as two for-profit Boards. She is also a chapter chair for WPO, Women Presidents' Organization, which is an international organization of women business owners. Marla's clients range from service industries to construction to manufacturing, in the $2 million to $50 million range. Her clients say she helps keep them focused on the business, versus working in the business. Her 14 years in Vistage and 11 years in WPO have trained her to be continuously looking for tools to help the businesses run more efficiently. She wants her clients to enjoy their business until they wish to sell or transition the business to employees or children. Marla is a CPA and an MBA and has taught at Chapman University and UCI. In addition, Marla volunteers to help new or developing businesses succeed. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Brandon is the Founder and CEO of AURA, a firm specializing in providing fractional controllers and CFO services to marketing agencies. With over 15 years of professional experience, Brandon helps marketing agencies scale and become more profitable by understanding the value of accurate data around their decision-making process. AURA has had several clients successfully sell with eight figure exits, and their professional experience eclipses nine figure businesses. Brandon is the treasurer of the Newport Beach Police Foundation, along with a member of the Entrepreneurs Organization where he serves on the Strategic Alliance Partners committee. In his spare time, Brandon loves to spend time with his three rambunctious young boys, as they drive the coast in search of a new park to explore. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Dr. Sophia Nnenna Ononye, PhD MPH MBA is a Yale-trained Cancer Research Scientist, Entrepreneur, Podcaster, Speaker, Certified Corporate Director, Board Advisor, Women's Health/FemTech Strategist, NMQF 40 under 40 Minority Health Leader, and Mentor. Dr. Ononye has over 15 years of cross-functional experience in the biopharmaceutical industry across drug discovery, medical affairs, strategic marketing, and corporate communications with a specialty training and focus on oncology and women's health. A contributing writer to several leading outlets including Inc,, Entrepreneur, Life Science Leader, Cell & Gene, MIT Technology Review, and WebMD, Dr. Ononye is a Yale Entrepreneur in Residence, Daré Bioscience Board Advisor and previous Independent Board Director and Member of the Nomination and Corporate Government (NG&C) and Compensation Committees, EY Entrepreneurs Access Network inaugural member, Dell Women's Entrepreneur Network Advisory Council Member, and former President of the Healthcare Businesswomen's Association (HBA) New York Chapter. Dr. Ononye's list of honors includes a 2023 National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF) 40 under 40 Minority Health Leader Award. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Chandan Shiroy brings over two decades of experience in manufacturing and engineering to his role as Vice President of Sales and Operations at S&D Industrial Tool Supply. Since joining the company in January 2023, he has spearheaded initiatives in digital transformation, talent development, and market expansion, including the implementation of vending solutions for customers. Chandan's strategic vision and leadership are instrumental in positioning S&D for sustained growth in the competitive industrial tool supply market. With over 30 years of experience in machining and sales, Darren Dives serves as Vice President of Sales at S&D Industrial Tool Supply. His deep understanding of shop floor applications and commitment to customer service have been pivotal in nearly doubling the company's annual sales. Darren has also led the expansion of S&D's product offerings, including MRO supplies, safety equipment, and advanced cutting tools, reinforcing the company's reputation for delivering comprehensive solutions to its clients. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Franzi weiß heute wie sehr sie ihre Vergangenheit bei der Partnerwahl beeinflusst hat. Vor allem welche Rolle ihre Heroin- und alkoholabhängigen Eltern dabei hatten. Und nicht nur darauf. Auch auf ihre Entscheidung Kriminalpolizistin im Rauschgiftdezernat zu werden. In dieser Folge reden Catrin und Franzi ganz offen über Franzis Leben und über ihre Erfahrungen mit narzisstischen Partnern. Ein 1LIVE-Podcast, © WDR 2025 Von Catrin Altzschner.

Franzi is someone whose work sits at the powerful intersection of nervous system health, emotional resilience, and embodied leadership. What I admire most about her is the way she weaves personal integrity, deep inquiry, and relational intelligence into every facet of her life — from parenting her three sons to working with founders navigating burnout and stuck emotions. We explore what it truly means to lead from a place of wholeness — and why she believes leadership should be a force for healing, not just productivity. Franzi shares how curiosity became her greatest ally through grief and trauma, and how movement became a portal into somatic healing. We also discuss the difference between performative boundaries and boundaries that foster deeper connection, how interoception builds relational capacity, and why numbness is often the most potent entry point into this work.Other topics we touch on include:

As President of the C.W. Driver family of companies, Karl is responsible for the overall direction and leadership of three leading construction firms: C.W. Driver, Driver SPG, and Good & Roberts. C.W. Driver was established in 1919 and is the longest-operating contracting firm in Southern California. The firm provides sophisticated preconstruction/estimating and construction services with a focus on technology and innovation. Karl understands that outstanding leadership involves bringing out the unique qualities and abilities each person brings to the company. His vision for the company is to set the "gold standard" for service in the construction industry while also providing a work environment that people enjoy and where they can succeed. C.W. Driver Companies' purpose is "Building Better Communities and Lives Together."  Karl is a catalyst at C.W. Driver Companies, inspiring the team to think big, work hard, and work together. Karl serves as the Board Vice Chairman on the Executive Committee with Discovery Science Center, Home Aid Orange County Board of Directors, Cal State University Fullerton Center of Leadership Board of Directors, and Cal State Long Beach College of Engineering Dean's Advisory Council. He enjoys meeting challenges head-on, overcoming adversity, and succeeding as a team. Karl has found that it doesn't matter whether it's work, coaching, or playing sports; being a great leader means motivating, mentoring, and supporting his team members.   -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Hernan Ricaurte is the President of Ricaurte Precision Inc. (RPI), an Orange County based contract manufacturer specializing in precision (CNC) machining for the aerospace, space, defense, and medical device industries. RPI works with some of the world's most advanced and demanding OEMs. Hernan has over 20 years of international experience spanning manufacturing and healthcare including a decade living and working in Japan. His commitment to leveraging advanced technologies, streamlining processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement has driven RPI's year-over-year growth of more than 20% for the past three years. Hernan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from San Diego State University and is certified in advanced Japanese language proficiency. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Carlo Odicino is the CEO and Founder of One TEAM Partners. He specializes in helping early-stage companies bring their innovations to market without succumbing to the burnout often faced by start-ups. With 24+ years of experience scaling businesses of all sizes, he guides CEOs and leadership teams through complex challenges to achieve extraordinary results. Carlo holds an MBA from the University of Notre Dame and directs high school theater in his spare time. He lives in Costa Mesa, CA, with his wife and two sons. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Caecilia Gotama earned her Bachelor and Master's Degrees in Mechanical Engineering from California State University, Fullerton and a Master's in Business Administration from the Graziadio School at Pepperdine University. She is also an LEED-accredited professional due to her passion for sustainable engineering. Caecilia is a licensed Mechanical Engineer who is a Fellow of American Society of Mechanical Engineers, where she served on the Board of Governors. Ms. Gotama was awarded the “Vision and Visionary” award from California State University, Fullerton, signifying her achievements as a successful business owner in the engineering field, as well as her contribution to her community. The world needs more engineers, and Caecilia realized that the engineering profession can be much more inclusive in its design approach. Her drive to contribute to her community and her entrepreneurial nature has led her to start BRDG - bridge to connect, a social non-profit organization that provides a bridge program for first generation STEM college students. With the contribution of highly qualified volunteers, this program benefits these young students, as well as the people they will serve in their professional lives. “The ability to solve problems and create knows no boundaries, class, race or gender. And yet, the training to be able to effectively invent and solve problems is still mostly available to those who know someone in this field. As the world needs more people with critical thinking ability, it becomes the duty of all of us in the technical fields to reach out and open doors for this next generation.” Caecilia Gotama -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Jessica Huang is a seasoned restaurant marketing expert with over 10 years of experience in brand strategy, digital marketing, and third-party delivery optimization. She has worked with a diverse range of restaurant concepts, from quick-service and fast-casual brands to full-service and multi-unit operators, helping them develop strong, sustainable marketing strategies that drive growth and customer engagement. As the founder of Restaurant Marketing, Jessica leads a team specializing in comprehensive marketing solutions for the hospitality industry. Her expertise includes brand development and management, social media strategy, food photography and media production, influencer and partnership marketing, and third-party delivery strategy. She has consulted for renowned brands such as Yogurtland, Wood Ranch, and Finney's, among many others. Additionally, she has orchestrated high-impact co-marketing initiatives with major brands including Cheetos Corporate, Bear Naked, Inc., and DreamWorks, bringing innovative collaborations to life. Before launching her agency, Jessica was a key part of the Postmates team, where she worked closely with enterprise brands such as Panda Express, Papa John's, Applebee's, IHOP, and The Halal Guys. She played a crucial role in executing national and regional co-marketing campaigns, developing go-to-market strategies, and optimizing restaurant performance on the Postmates platform, ensuring maximum visibility and profitability for partner brands. With a deep understanding of restaurant operations and consumer behavior, Jessica and her team continue to help brands navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape, create compelling brand narratives, and implement data-driven marketing strategies that elevate their presence in a competitive market. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Frank M. Campbell is a financial services veteran with over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry. He holds designations as a Chartered Life Underwriter, Licensed Life & Disability Analyst, and Chartered Financial Consultant. Frank's primary focus is ensuring his clients' life insurance policies deliver the necessary protection and financial stability, providing peace of mind to families nationwide. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

This episode of Critical Mass Business Talk Show is our contribution to #Podcasthon2025, the world's largest podcast charity initiative, bringing together podcasters globally to raise awareness for charitable cause. Craig Kausen is the Chairman of the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering creativity through educational programs and community outreach. As the grandson of Chuck Jones, the renowned animation director behind Looney Tunes classics such as What's Opera, Doc? and Duck Amuck, Craig has worked extensively to preserve and perpetuate his grandfather's creative impact on generations. He also oversees Linda Jones Enterprises and the Chuck Jones Galleries, which showcase animation and fine art inspired by Jones' and other animation luminaries' work. In addition to his role at the Center, Craig has a background in computer engineering, business management and entrepreneurship. He has been involved in various ventures, including retail, licensing, and experiential events, with a focus on combining creative content with commercial applications. His work has included developing partnerships with museums, educational institutions, and corporations to expand the reach of innovative education and creative development initiatives. Craig frequently speaks on topics related to animation history, creative process, and the impact of art in education and business. He has presented Keynote presentations and lectures at industry conferences, universities, museums, and corporate events, sharing insights on how creativity can be applied to problem-solving and innovation. His experience in both business, technology and the arts provides a practical perspective on the value of creative thinking across many diverse fields. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Jenny Zhan, CEO, founded and leads all areas of business and operations for Beyond International. She brings more than 20 years of investment experience focused on institutional investing and managing multi-asset strategies. As a Charted Financial Analyst (CFA), she specializes in international wealth management and has managed investments in real estate assets and global equities markets for large institutional investors. Previously, Ms. Zhan was a portfolio manager and managing director at GMO, a Boston-based global investment leader (AUM $68B), from 2002 to 2011, where she was recognized for the firm's successful Greater China equity research and emerging market portfolio management. Prior to founding Beyond, she was the President of Good Hope Investment, a subsidiary of CreditEase Corporation. With her initiative and leadership, Good Hope quickly established its position as a top player in global investment immigration during her five-year tenure. Ms. Zhan also served as Chief Strategy Officer of Ambow Education Holding Ltd. She is recognized as one of the most influential and powerful leaders in the investment migration industry globally. Ms. Zhan earned her B.E. from East China University of Science and Technology and her M.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Maryland. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Today, we have the second half of our first ever call-in episode to discuss the Ink Black Heart TV adaptation! Special thanks to our guests in part 2!: Franzi, Amanda, Leslie, Jack, LB, Mary, Evy, Lucy, Caro, Afton, Mary Anne, Franchesca, AnneNext episode (20 March): Chapters 27-28Links:www.thesefilespod.comwww.ko-fi.com/thesefilespodwww.facebook.com/thesefilespodwww.twitter.com/thesefilespodwww.instagram.com/thesefilespodhttp://thesefilespod.tumblr.com

With over 30 years in the industry, Daren Lauda is a highly accomplished and versatile professional with a rich background in the technology and business sectors. Daren began his career as an Infantry Team Leader in the US Army. Leveraging his military experience, he transitioned into the corporate world and made a lasting impact in senior leadership roles at Fortune 500 technology companies like Fortive, PTC, and Salesforce. He also helped grow notable start-up companies, including Arbortext, Tririga, Mavenlink, and DispatchTrack. He is also the Founder of two companies, Outset and Second Step. Daren holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from Pepperdine University. He also has an MBA from California State University at Long Beach. Daren is married with two children and lives in Southern California. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Zarina Bahadur is the CEO & Founder of 123 Baby Box, a monthly subscription box for babies. Zarina received a full scholarship to the University of California Irvine for both her bachelors and masters degree. She founded the company while a masters student in business school.  Zarina has won 1st place in five national pitch competitions and has scaled her company to international markets reaching parents all over the world. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Gernado G. Abrams is the entrepreneur and independent business owner of Bungi Enterprises, a full-service creative executive professional management and accounting services company. He has been a creative professional for over twenty-five (25+) years, working in the music, entertainment, and broadcasting network industries for decades. From a radio host to creating an independent record label, “Boss Music Online B.M.O.”, producing music, releasing street mix tapes, singles, EPs, and LPs. He is also a solo artist that manages other artists on the label—artists that write music on relatable topics about life, pain, loss, happiness, love, overcoming struggles, and success. This independent record label has a catalog of commercial, upbeat feel-good music within the genre of hip-hop, reggae, R&B, and gospel. From being a CEO, artist, producer, and songwriter to founding a not-for-profit corporation, ‘Stop The Violence Use Your Talents', a movement that was developed after losing two brothers in the streets of Florida. Stop The Violence Use Your Talents (S.T.V.U.Y.T.) was created to expose talents through multimedia, from community events, documentaries, and TV shows such as ‘Stop The Violence TV Show | S.T.V. TV.' As the producer and host of the TV show, he also created a series of Stop The Violence Public Service Announcements (PSA) commercials placed into TV broadcast and cable network rotations to help send a positive message of hope to audiences throughout U.S. public broadcasting stations, reaching millions of viewers. He is a U.S.-born Floridian artist living bi-coastal, a true sunshine boy hailing from the northern coastal parts of the sunshine state of Florida to the southern shores of the great golden state of California. He is not the average entrepreneur but a multi-talented businessman. He is also an established author who has written and published several self-help books through his independent self-publishing company, Bungi Abrams Publishing. Currently in the process of releasing more material—from music and books to an animation series and film—he is truly a brand all to himself, an original ‘G' being useful and never giving in. The meaning behind the name of his enterprise, BUNGI. He is also the CFO / Controller for two companies in Orange County, Cal Pac Sheet Metal and OC Metals, Inc. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.