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We want our kids to feel validated and heard. We also don't want to engage in five-hour negotiations every time they have to do something they don't want to do. Where's the happy middle? Child development specialist Dr. Siggie Cohen, author of YOU ARE THE PARENT, explains how parents can create a balanced approach. Dr. Cohen explains why well-intentioned parents can end up overexplaining, over-fixing, over-advising, and trying too hard to prevent their children from experiencing difficult emotions. Dr. Cohen and Margaret discuss: The difference between validating emotions and accommodating behavior Why children need to learn both emotional awareness and the ability to function even when they don't feel like doing something How parents can respond when kids are overwhelmed and why stopping inappropriate behavior doesn't mean stopping the emotion behind it Why happiness shouldn't be the ultimate goal for children How to make true, authentic repair after parenting mistakes Here's where you can find Dr. Cohen: https://drsiggie.com @dr.siggie on IG, FB, and YouTube @parenting.with.dr.siggie on TikTok Free resources on her website, including her newsletter signup Buy YOU ARE THE PARENT: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9780063448643 We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/⁠ What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Margaret Ables and Amy Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a quartet of sports to cover on Fresh Takes! Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap an upset-riddled week of NFL football, then make their picks of the week. The guys then head quickly over to college football that had another exciting weekend of games and make their picks for this weekend. Then the guys talk about the MLB Postseason as the Wild Card Round is underway. Lastly, the guys preview the NHL as the expanded 84-game schedule for teams has them starting earlier than ever.

Explore the evolving world of reusable packaging in the produce industry with Vonnie Estes and guest Tim Debus, President and CEO of the Reusable Packaging Association. Delve into recent advancements in public policy, the impact of European regulations, and the role of technology in enhancing packaging systems. Unpack the economics of closed-loop systems, the significance of data in supply chain efficiency, and the potential of AI models fueled by tech-enabled reusable packaging. Gain insights into the strategic alignment required among stakeholders to achieve sustainability and operational excellence in fresh produce logistics.Key TakeawaysPolicy Impact: Recent advancements in public policy are significantly influencing the packaging industry, pushing it towards sustainable practices through regulations.Technology Integration: The integration of tracking and sensor technologies transform reusable packaging into smart systems that provide real-time data essential for supply chain optimization.System Efficiency: Successful reusable packaging systems require stakeholder alignment, continuous operational improvement, and scale to achieve desired efficiencies.Economic Metrics: Key metrics such as volume, turns, and loss prevention are crucial in determining the economic viability of reusable packaging systems.Closed Loop Challenges: Expanding reuse systems across broader supply chains involves addressing complexities that require innovative solutions and infrastructure development.Guest ResourcesTim Debus is the President and CEO of the Reusable Packaging Association. With over two decades of experience in the packaging industry, Tim has been at the forefront of advocating for sustainable packaging solutions. His work focuses on promoting reusable packaging systems that enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Tim's leadership has positioned him as a key influencer in transitioning global markets toward more sustainable practices through policy development and technological advancement.Show LinksInternational Fresh Produce Association - https://www.freshproduce.com/Fresh Takes on Tech - https://www.freshproduce.com/resources/technology/takes-on-tech-podcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFreshProduceAssociation/Twitter - https://twitter.com/IntFreshProduce/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-fresh-produce-association/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/intlfreshproduceassn/

How much of your time is actually going toward what matters most to you? Career expert and author Fran Hauser joins us to talk about her new book, 20 MINUTES IS THE NEW HOUR, and how women can rethink their relationship with time. We discuss: The “four Ps” that can quietly consume our time: perfectionism, people-pleasing, procrastination, and padding Applying these ideas to family life How a “to-don't” list can help you get your priorities in order The difference between chronos (clock and calendar time) and kairos (the quality and experience of time) Here's where you can find Fran: https://franhauser.com @fran_hauser on IG and Threads Buy 20 MINUTES IS THE NEW HOUR from Bedford Books: https://www.bedfordbooks.shop/store/p/20minutes We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/⁠ What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Margaret Ables and Amy Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The excitement of the early NFL season slowed down in Week Two with key injuries to young quarterbacks hitting a few teams. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap the week and talk about the injuries to Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, and Jaxson Dart. They make their picks for Week Three as the league goes international once again. In college football, the guys discuss Ole Miss's revenge win against LSU and Lane Kiffin and make their picks for Week Four of action in the NCAA.

Join host Vonnie Estes as she delves into the complexities of sustainable packaging with Kevin Kelly, CEO of Emerald Packaging. Explore how U.S. specialty crop exporters can navigate the evolving packaging landscape, focusing on reusable options and reverse logistics. Kevin discusses the startup challenges of EPR programs and the critical balance between packaging needs and sustainability. He also highlights innovative solutions, such as compostable films and the impact of public policy on packaging decisions. This insightful discussion addresses practical challenges and encourages informed decisions for an eco-friendly future.Key TakeawaysEPR programs face initial hurdles due to startup inexperience and staffing challenges, requiring timelines to be reassessed for effective implementation.Sustainable packaging solutions must balance packaging reduction with the necessities of food safety, shelf-life, and minimizing food waste.The cost of incorporating sustainable materials like PCR (post-consumer resin) is viable, contrary to common perceptions of prohibitive expenses.Consumer behavior plays a crucial role in packaging choices; raising awareness can shift practices towards more sustainable options.Public policy should incentivize environmentally sound packaging innovations without disrupting industry viability and job security.Guest ResourcesKevin Kelly is the CEO of Emerald Packaging, a leader in the fresh produce packaging industry. With deep expertise in flexible packaging, Kevin has been a prominent figure in the industry, known for his candid views and commitment to sustainable packaging solutions. He has a thorough understanding of the challenges and innovations in packaging, particularly for produce, and actively participates in discussions about the industry's regulatory landscape. Kevin brings to the table a wealth of experience and a keen insight into how packaging can adapt to environmental requirements and technological advancements.Show LinksInternational Fresh Produce Association - https://www.freshproduce.com/Fresh Takes on Tech - https://www.freshproduce.com/resources/technology/takes-on-tech-podcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFreshProduceAssociation/Twitter - https://twitter.com/IntFreshProduce/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-fresh-produce-association/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/intlfreshproduceassn/

Why do ordinary sounds like chewing, slurping, or pen-tapping trigger intense averse reactions in some people? And what does a parent do when it's her own kid screaming at her for having a case of the sniffles? Clinical psychologist Dr. Thomas W. Phelan, author of STOP THAT CHEWING! joins Amy to explain the neurophysiological underpinnings of misophonia, why it can be so difficult for sufferers and their families, and how to stop this involuntary response from completely disrupting your family life. Dr. Phelan and Amy discuss: Why anxiety, OCD, ARFID, and other neurological manifestations often accompany misophonia Why siblings and parents (especially fathers) are most likely to be triggers The impact of misophonia on relationships, school, work, and social life Practical ways to manage misophonia triggers and work towards sustainable solutions Here's where you can find Dr. Phelan: https://www.123magic.com https://stopthatchewing.com Buy STOP THAT CHEWING: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9798995697824 We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/⁠ What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Margaret Ables and Amy Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Betsy & Kate reflect on how we all numb as a way to cope with life.  We all experience emotions we don't want to feel, so we distract ourselves in a myriad of ways.  We frame numbing as not necessarily problematic until it became a way of life versus a form of self-regulation. In today's episode we talk about:  Our favorite ways of numbing. Brene Brown's theory/research that we cannot selectively numb: if we numb the hard stuff we also numb the good stuff. A reflection of how numbed out we were in our 20s. The different ways we numb: Run/Avoid, Suppress, Analyze/Think, Dissociate, Substance Use, Transcendence/Spiritual Bypass. Why endurance can be problematic long term. Wisdom Wednesday For even more details about this topic, check out Dr. Betsy's Wisdom Wednesday on Numbing here: https://youtu.be/od3PickWfHs If you want to listen to Dr. Betsy's monthly Wisdom Wednesday free webinar, sign up here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_H8wwFXQgQjW8Kc0RRBL2sQ Research Discussed on today's Podcast: Dr James Gross Gross, J. J. (1998). Antecedent- and response-focused emotion regulation: Divergent consequences for experience, expression, and physiology. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 74(1), 224–237. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-3514.74.1.224 Brene Brown Ted Talk on Vulnerability: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCvmsMzlF7o Other Episodes You Might Like:  Episode 207: Shannon Algeo: The Power in your Hands Episode 206: A Fresh Take on Perfectionism Episode 202: The Severing of the Wild Woman Episode 177: Are you dysregulated? Episode 174: Codependent No More Today's Episode sponsored by: Kate Moreland Coaching (https://www.katemorelandcoaching.com/) Dr Yoga Momma (https://dryogamomma.com/) Heartland Yoga (https://heartlandyoga.com/) Want to do coaching work with Kate or mind-body psychotherapy with Betsy?  Kate Moreland Coaching (https://www.katemorelandcoaching.com/) Dr Yoga Momma (https://dryogamomma.com/) Want to go on retreat? Want to join Betsy in Mexico in February May 20-27, 2027 on retreat?  This beautiful retreat center in the nourishing haven of Playa Chacala on the Pacific Ocean will the home for a week of deep self-care.  Teaching retreat is one of Betsy's favorite jobs as it gives her a chance to move into deeper realms with people over an extended period of time using the tools of yoga, meditation, hypnosis, energy work, and self-inquiry.  People typically observe deep shifts and quantum leaps forward on such retreats.   All the details here! Want to join Betsy in Morocco in October 2027 on retreat?  This small, curated experience in Marrakech will blend introspection and rest using the tools of yoga-psychology with cultural immersion and adventure as we tour markets, traditional Moroccan massage, and take a hot air balloon ride above the desert at sunset.  All the details here! Interested in our online Rewilding Course?  It's not too late to experience it! We taught a 4-week live online rewilding course in July 2026 to 50+ women.  It was an amazingly transformational container that allowed people to engage in 4 things. Understand the call we receive to rewild Unravel the conditioning that has kept us distance from our inner wild or essence Reclaim the parts of self that got splintered away over the years, including our bodies, creativity, intuition, emotions Commit to a rewilded life If you would like to take this course on your own, join anytime.  $199.  All the details here: https://dryogamomma.com/keepherwild/ Source

The action was crazy for the opening week of the 2026 season in the NFL! Nick Felice and Paul Russo react to a week that saw preseason favorites lose, high-scoring affairs, and other upsets. The guys make their picks for Week Two, talk college football, and make their five picks for the college gridiron.

Gregg Rosenthal and Colleen Wolfe get you caught up on the latest news from around the NFL including updates on Aaron Donald's and Myles Garrett's status with the Rams, Todd Monken sticking with Deshaun Watson as QB1 for the Browns, an update on the Falcons QB situation and more! Plus, Gregg and Colleen give you mild, medium, and spicy fresh takes for the NFL season that they wouldn't have made before Week 1 and then finish the show with a preview of the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Lions and Bills. NFL Daily YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nflpodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gregg Rosenthal and Colleen Wolfe get you caught up on the latest news from around the NFL including updates on Aaron Donald's and Myles Garrett's status with the Rams, Todd Monken sticking with Deshaun Watson as QB1 for the Browns, an update on the Falcons QB situation and more! Plus, Gregg and Colleen give you mild, medium, and spicy fresh takes for the NFL season that they wouldn't have made before Week 1 and then finish the show with a preview of the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Lions and Bills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Explore the evolving landscape of sustainable packaging in the latest episode of Fresh Takes on Tech, hosted by Vonnie Estes. Joined by Cory Connors from Atlantic Packaging, they dive into the challenges and innovations in reusable packaging systems, emphasizing the potential of digital twins to model supply chain changes. Learn about closed-loop systems, the impact of EPR laws, and success stories like reusable cups at events. They also discuss the complexities of implementing these practices in the fresh produce industry and the importance of collaboration and scalability in sustainable solutions.Key TakeawaysSustainable Packaging Evolution: The rise of EPR laws and increased enforcement in Europe are driving real commitments to sustainable practices in packaging.Closed-Loop Systems: Successful circular systems require consumer engagement and a high return rate of packaging materials to be economically viable.Reverse Logistics Challenges: Effective systems must handle the complexities of collection, cleaning, and reusability without placing undue burdens on consumers.Digital Twin Applications: Modeling packaging systems virtually can optimize design choices and logistics before real-world deployment, potentially flipping outcomes from success to failure.Standardization Importance: Industry-wide standards and collaborations can alleviate the redundancy and inefficiencies of many brands developing separate systems.Guest ResourcesCory Connors is a prominent figure in sustainable packaging, affiliated with Atlantic Packaging. Known for his deep understanding and advocacy of closed-loop and circular systems, Cory brings invaluable insight into the complexities of making sustainable packaging systems economically viable and environmentally sound. He often engages in thought leadership discussions, contributing to industry advancements with a particular focus on systemic changes that support sustainable practices.Show LinksInternational Fresh Produce Association - https://www.freshproduce.com/Fresh Takes on Tech - https://www.freshproduce.com/resources/technology/takes-on-tech-podcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFreshProduceAssociation/Twitter - https://twitter.com/IntFreshProduce/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-fresh-produce-association/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/intlfreshproduceassn/

What if being a comedian is kind of great for most things, but not so much for parenthood? We talk with Sona Movsesian, co-host of Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend and author of the new book THE WORLD'S WORST MOM, about mom guilt, the mental load, and what becoming a mother taught her about her relationship with her own mom. We discuss: why Sona calls herself the “World's Worst Mom” the special fresh hell of twin boys how you see your mom differently as soon as you become one Here's where you can find Sona: @sonamov on IG Buy THE WORLD'S WORST MOM: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9798217046706 Listen to the "Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend" podcast Protect your loved ones without spying on them. Go to https://heypolo.com/hell or use code HELL and get 70% off your first year! We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NFL kicks off on Wednesday night in 2026! Nick Felice and Paul Russo preview the season ahead after an exciting 2025 season. They offer their takes, what they expect, surprises both good and bad, and pick a championship winner for when the Super Bowl comes around in February.

Explore the dynamic realm of digital twins in agriculture with Vonnie Estes and Dr. Ziynet Boz from the University of Florida. Delve into how digital twins can transform complex systems like reusable packaging supply chains, enhancing decision-making by simulating real-world scenarios. Discover the distinction between digital twins and traditional models, the role of AI, and the challenges of implementing digital twins in produce logistics. With insights on optimizing costs, reducing environmental impacts, and improving supply chain dynamics, this episode unveils the future of sustainable agriculture driven by digital innovation.Key TakeawaysDigital twins are dynamic digital representations that remain connected with real-world counterparts to enhance understanding and decision-making.Unlike traditional lifecycle assessment tools and spreadsheets, digital twins can adapt to real-time data and simulate different operational scenarios.Reusable packaging presents a complex challenge well-suited for digital twins due to the numerous feedback loops and supply chain requirements involved.A practical digital twin implementation can integrate and balance economics, environmental impact, and operational efficiency.Collaboration between industry and academia can bridge knowledge gaps, ensuring robust interoperability across varied systems and stages in agriculture.Guest ResourcesDr. Ziynet Boz is an Assistant Professor at the University of Florida, specializing in the intersection of sustainable food systems, packaging modeling, and digitization. With a prolific career focused on systems questions, she is renowned for her expertise in digital twins and their application in agricultural and biological engineering. Ziynet's research interests integrate systems engineering, industrial engineering, and environmental sustainability.Show LinksInternational Fresh Produce Association - https://www.freshproduce.com/Fresh Takes on Tech - https://www.freshproduce.com/resources/technology/takes-on-tech-podcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFreshProduceAssociation/Twitter - https://twitter.com/IntFreshProduce/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-fresh-produce-association/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/intlfreshproduceassn/

One business owner had stacked so many loans that his monthly repayments hit £35,000. He was profitable. He was thinking about selling up because the debt had become unbearable. Mark Barrie's team reviewed his position, went to market and consolidated everything into a single facility. Monthly repayments dropped to under £10,000. He took the business off the market. That story sits at the heart of this episode. In this episode of Fresh Perspectives, Rob Brown talks with Mark Barrie, Head of Debt Advisory at Azets, about what financial headroom actually means in practice, how to tell if yours is reducing and what the first steps look like for a business that wants to get ahead of its funding position before it becomes a problem. Mark brings 20 years of banking experience alongside his work at Azets and has a direct, practical view of where businesses go wrong and what good looks like. Mark and Rob cover the warning signs that a business should review its funding, why the cash flow forecast is the most important document most businesses are not producing properly, what the risks of leaving refinancing too late actually are and what good financial headroom looks like in the current environment. The Fresh Take lands simply: build a cash flow forecast. It sounds basic. Most businesses still are not doing it properly. Connect with Mark Barrie on LinkedIn. +++ Fresh Perspectives is the business podcast from Azets where advisers, experts and leaders share fresh thinking to help you move forward with confidence. Each episode explores real-world challenges and opportunities for business owners and entrepreneurs, from finance and growth to leadership and technology. Formerly Bang The Drum, the show continues Azets' commitment to sharing practical advice, new ideas and inspiring stories from across the business community. This podcast has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts. Follow and subscribe to Fresh Perspectives on your favourite player, leave a review and share it with others who you think might enjoy it. Find more about Azets at www.azets.com. Contact us at podcast@azets.co.uk.

College football kicks off for Week One this weekend! Nick Felice and Paul Russo dive into the scene for the season preview. The guys talk the latest from a long offseason of court cases, make their picks for the season from conference winners to the CFP champions, and everything in between. They also touch on baseball, where the first leaks of a potential lockout and strike this offseason have been made.

This week, I talk with Andre Hardy about his fresh take on noir in his debut novel Tear the City Down! Listen to hear about: How Andre Hardy's debut novel, Tear the City Down, grew from his lifelong love of noir—particularly Walter Mosley's Devil in a Blue Dress, which showed him a fully realized Black protagonist in a genre he already loved. The ways Hardy uses San Diego's stark dualities—tourist paradise versus underserved neighborhoods, enormous wealth versus systemic oppression—as the foundation for Coltrane's story and the novel's larger questions about social mobility, morality, and what happens when you actually reach the top. Why Hardy shied away from a traditional stoic noir hero, and created Coltrane to be masculine, dangerous, and deeply vulnerable. How the mystery expands from one missing girl into something far larger, illustrating Hardy's belief that seemingly isolated injustices often lead back to systems of power and exploitation. How Hardy drew on his own NFL experience, love of jazz, reading, and upbringing in San Diego to give the novel its texture. All the Bookwild Links:Check Out the Bookwild SubstackSubscribe to Bookwild on YouTubeGet Bookwild MerchFollow @imbookwild on InstagramCheck Out Author Social Media Packages Follow Co-hosts On Instagram:Gare Billings @gareindeedreadsSteph Lauer @books.in.badgerlandHalley Sutton @halleysutton25Brian Watson @readingwithbrianMacKenzie Green @missusa2mbaErin Ashley @bellametaphor

Explore the evolving role of digital twins in the fresh produce industry in this episode of Fresh Takes on Tech. Host Vonnie Estes is joined by Erik Larsen from the International Fresh Produce Association, who delves into the definition, significance, and implementation challenges of digital twins. Discover how this innovative technology is transforming supply chain data management, enhancing traceability, and optimizing logistics. Erik also shares insights into the importance of data sharing and collaboration among supply chain partners. Tune in for a fresh perspective on leveraging technology for better data-driven decisions.Key TakeawaysDigital twins are virtual models reflecting real-world objects or systems, enhanced with real-time data, pivotal for optimizing supply chain management in the fresh produce industry.Erik Larsen emphasizes the critical shift from focusing on compliance to leveraging robust data infrastructures for optimization, safety, and profitability across the supply chain.Enabling the seamless sharing and interoperability of data among all stakeholders in the supply chain is crucial for successful implementation.Industries are increasingly recognizing that data sharing is a crucial business strategy rather than just a technological endeavor.To adopt digital twins successfully, the industry must prioritize standardized product identification, traceability, and a robust foundational data strategy.Guest ResourcesErik Larsen: Erik Larsen is the Director of Supply Chain at the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA). With over 25 years of experience, he has an extensive background in technology, data, and supply chain operations within the produce industry. His career began in the grower-shipper sector with companies like Gargiulo and Naturipe, where he served as head of IT. Larsen also worked with L&M companies and Duda Farm Fresh Foods, gaining a wealth of experience across various levels of produce supply chains. His involvement in industry committees and chairing the Produce Supply Organization demonstrates his leadership and dedication to advancing the sector.Show LinksInternational Fresh Produce Association - https://www.freshproduce.com/Fresh Takes on Tech - https://www.freshproduce.com/resources/technology/takes-on-tech-podcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFreshProduceAssociation/Twitter - https://twitter.com/IntFreshProduce/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-fresh-produce-association/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/intlfreshproduceassn/

What if the proven decline in the mental health of today's adolescents isn't just about phones and screen time? What if academic pressure and "achievement culture" is the real driver of the increase in anxiety and depression today's teens are experiencing? Dr. Stuart Slavin, pediatrician and author of THE SUCCESS TRAP, explains just how widespread academic pressure and "achievement culture" in the United States has become— not just in fancy schools on the coasts, and not just in high school, either. Amy and Dr. Slavin discuss: the average teen's default state of sleep deprivation, caused by hours of homework per night (work that may not even do much to change outcomes) the top stressors today's teens report—and why "peer pressure" doesn't even make the top ten how smartphones feed maladaptive perfectionism and achievement culture how schools that reduce demands on kids are also seeing improved test scores and academic performance how parents can create "low-pressure zones" at home how to advocate for healthier expectations at your kids' schools—and why you shouldn't fight that battle on your own Here's where you can find Dr. Slavin: https://drstuartslavin.com Buy THE SUCCESS TRAP: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9780593839386 @drstuartslavin on IG What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Commanders and Ravens went head-to-head in joint practice, and we're getting the view from someone who saw it firsthand.Cordell Woodland of 105.7 The Fan joins Command This! to break down what he saw from Washington, including:• The Commanders offensive line and protection issues• Jayden Daniels vs. the Ravens defense• The one-on-one battles that stood out• Kyle Hamilton and Baltimore's defense• What went right — and wrong — for Washington• What Commanders fans should actually be concerned about• An outsider's assessment of the state of the Commanders• What the joint practice revealed about the RavensPlus, we talk with Cordell about his journey into sports media, covering the Ravens, and what he's seeing from Baltimore heading into the season.Follow Cordell Woodland on X:https://x.com/cordellwoodlandListen to Fresh Take with Cordell Woodland and Ben Hall on 105.7 The Fan:https://www.audacy.com/1057thefan/shows/fresh-take-with-cordell-woodland-and-ben-hallSubscribe to Command This! for more Washington Commanders news, analysis, film breakdowns, interviews and live shows.#Commanders #RaiseHail #WashingtonCommanders #Ravens #NFL #JaydenDaniels

The football takeover starts today on Fresh Takes! Nick Felice and Paul Russo start the football preview for the 2026 season with fantasy talk! The guys discuss the players to keep an eye on, who to avoid, and what leagues they are in affect how they approach each draft. Paul also talks about his trip down to Williamsport for the Little League World Series and the incredible experience he had at the Little League Classic.

What does it really mean to become an active participant in the care of your own health? In this episode, Margaret talks with primary care physician Dr. Lucy McBride about her new book, Beyond the Prescription: A Doctor's Guide to Taking Charge of Your Health. They discuss how to become a more self-aware and empowered patient, as well as: The difference between medicine and "wellness" Why data is less useful without full context How stress and grief can affect physical health The four parts of whole-person health: informatics, inputs, infrastructure, and insight Why health decisions involve trade-offs The importance of understanding your own “patient personality” How to ask better questions at medical appointments How to make shared decision-making part of your healthcare Why quality of life matters alongside longevity Here's where you can find Dr. McBride: https://www.lucymcbride.com/ https://lucymcbride.substack.com/ @dr.lucymcbride on IG and LinkedIn Buy BEYOND THE PRESCRIPTION: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9781668024386 What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Its a grab bag episode of Fresh Takes! Nick Felice and Paul Russo talk about the Little League World Series, the ever ongoing debate of college sports in the current climate and where it stacks up against the professional ranks, and look ahead to their football preview schedule of shows.

Co-host of The Fresh Take and 105.7 The Fan reporter Cordell Woodland joined the show to discuss what he saw from the Ravens in the preseason opener.

We think of rewarding kids as a surefire way to get the behavior we want. But what if rewards mainly serve to underline our children's intrinsic drive to succeed? Dr. Özgür Bolat, education scientist and author of The Reward Trap: Why Rewards Backfire and the Real Science for Motivating Kids, explains why rewarding kids may actually undermine their motivation in the long run. As Dr. Bolat explains, there's a difference between motivation and compliance. Rewards can get children to do something, but they don't necessarily create the ownership, engagement, or intrinsic motivation parents actually want. In this episode, we discuss: How rewards can change the way children view an activity Hedonic adaptation and why rewards often need to get bigger to have the same effect The connection between rewards, praise, and controlling parenting How autonomy-enhancing parenting differs from control Why family chores can help children develop a sense of responsibility and prosocial values Mastery orientation vs. performance orientation, and how each affects children's anxiety and motivation Why focusing too heavily on grades, competition, and achievement can create performance anxiety How parents can encourage curiosity and help kids find motivation even in subjects they don't initially enjoy The role of flow in learning and why children become deeply engaged when a task matches their skill level Why differentiated learning matters—and what happens when work is too easy or too difficult How rewards and competition in school can contribute to learned helplessness Why understanding big concepts can actually help children remember facts and information Dr. Bolat's PEACE model for building connection with children How getting curious about the reason behind a child's behavior can reveal what they actually need Why a homework problem may be a symptom of a much bigger issue around fear, judgment, or connection Here's where you can find Dr. Bolat: https://ozgurbolat.co.uk/ LinkedIn @dr.ozgurbolat on IG https://ozgurbolat.substack.com/ Buy THE REWARD TRAP: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9798893961805 What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join host Vonnie Estes as she welcomes Rob Leclerc from AgFunder to discuss the transformative impact of Agentic AI on the venture capital industry. Delve into AgFunder's cutting-edge use of AI to innovate VC processes, manage portfolios, and streamline operations. With insights into the future of AI-driven investments and real-world use cases, this episode explores how AgFunder is harnessing AI for strategic advantage, offering a glimpse into the evolving landscape of venture capital. Discover the potential of AI as a game-changer in food tech and beyond.Key TakeawaysAgFunder leverages AI to streamline its venture capital processes, optimizing research, deal sourcing, and portfolio management.Rob Leclerc highlights the evolution from traditional to agentic AI, describing significant disruptions in the VC landscape.Agentic AI allows AgFunder to automate complex tasks, equipping it to manage a plethora of articles and data-driven decisions.The potential for AIs to conduct recursive self-improvement and the implications on the future of venture capital are explored.Rob envisions a future where AI agents negotiate and collaborate, representing both startups and investors in the VC ecosystem.Guest ResourcesRob Leclerc is a co-founder of AgFunder, a venture capital firm focused on food tech, climate tech, and agricultural innovation. With around $300 million in assets under management, AgFunder invests primarily in seed and Series A funding rounds, emphasizing transformative technologies in food and agriculture. Rob holds a master's degree in AI and virtual robotics and a PhD in computational biology and evolutionary biology from Yale University. As a leading figure in the venture capital landscape, Rob has a distinguished track record in leveraging technology to drive significant advancements in the agtech and foodtech sectors.Show LinksInternational Fresh Produce Association - https://www.freshproduce.com/Fresh Takes on Tech - https://www.freshproduce.com/resources/technology/takes-on-tech-podcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFreshProduceAssociation/Twitter - https://twitter.com/IntFreshProduce/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-fresh-produce-association/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/intlfreshproduceassn/

Kids (and adults) with ADHD don't actually have a deficit of attention. Today, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is more properly understood as a deficit of executive function— and as this week's guest ⁠Michael McLeod⁠, founder of GrowNOW ADHD and author of ⁠THE EXECUTIVE FUNCTION PLAYBOOK⁠, explains, executive function means a whole lot more than a messy backpack. To help kids with ADHD succeed, Michael argues, parents need to help children strengthen the internal skills that lead to lifelong independence. In this interview, drawing from his decades of experience working with families whose kids are growing up with ADHD, Michael explains his four-pillar framework for developing executive functioning skills: self-awareness, self-regulation, self-motivation, and self-evaluation. In this episode, you'll learn: How self-awareness and "time blindness" can affect daily life when you have ADHD Why novel experiences are crucial opportunities for kids with ADHD How exposure to screens intensifies ADHD symptoms Why negative attention feels great to the ADHD brain How to support ADHD kids without lowering expectations for their capability Here's where you can find Michael: www. grownowadhd.com @grownowADHD on IG, FB, and YouTube Buy THE EXECUTIVE FUNCTION PLAYBOOK: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9781394309153 Buy the accompanying workbook: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9781394364589 What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MLB Deadline came and went on Monday and the guys have plenty to discuss. Nick Felice and Paul Russo recap and react to the major deals of the day and what the future may hold heading into an even murkier offseason. Next, Paul offers his immediate reaction to the Commanders signing Stefon Diggs to a one year deal. Lastly, the guys review Spider-Man: Brand New Day which they say on Saturday.

Vonnie Estes hosts a conversation with Shail Khiyara, CEO of Swarm, exploring the transformative potential of agentic AI in agriculture. Khiyara shares insights on how Swarm's decision intelligence solutions optimize supply chain logistics and workforce planning, enhancing efficiency in various agricultural sectors. The discussion emphasizes the importance of starting with business problems rather than AI, capturing institutional knowledge, and the value of domain-specific AI solutions over generic alternatives. They highlight practical strategies for integrating AI in agriculture to boost margins and decision-making processes.Key TakeawaysVertical Domain AI Solutions: Swarm focuses on vertical domain-specific AI, providing tailored solutions that learn and adapt to specific business environments over time, particularly in agriculture.Start with Business Problems: Businesses should identify core problems needing AI solutions, rather than fixating solely on data cleanup and standard AI applications.AI and Institutional Knowledge: Utilizing AI to capture the decision-making prowess of experienced operators enhances sustainability and knowledge retention within agricultural entities.AI as a Springboard: Companies can treat AI investment as a strategic asset to significantly improve efficiency and profitability, without overhauling existing processes.Human in the Loop: In agriculture, AI is intended to augment human expertise, respecting the complex biological systems intrinsic to the field.Guest ResourcesShail Khiyara is the CEO of Swarm, a decision intelligence company specializing in leveraging AI technology to tackle complex operational and business challenges across various industries, including agriculture and agri-food sectors. With extensive experience in heavy industrial operations such as oil, gas, and infrastructure megaprojects, Shail's oversight is driven by the critical need for precision and safety in decision-making. Under his leadership, Swarm has developed domain-specific AI solutions that transcend common technological hype and directly address customer needs in optimizing supply chain logistics and workforce planning.Show LinksInternational Fresh Produce Association - https://www.freshproduce.com/Fresh Takes on Tech - https://www.freshproduce.com/resources/technology/takes-on-tech-podcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFreshProduceAssociation/Twitter - https://twitter.com/IntFreshProduce/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-fresh-produce-association/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/intlfreshproduceassn/

Childhood anxiety is on the rise. Parents are often unsure how to respond, and in their well-intentioned efforts to reassure their kids, can sometimes reinforce the anxious patterns. In this interview Kristen McNeely, LMFT, explains how parents can start to help their kids build resilience by taking small, manageable steps toward the things that might scare them. We also discuss school refusal—why it's more complicated than simply not wanting to go to school; the warning signs parents should watch for; and why collaboration between parents, schools, and mental health professionals is essential. Kristen explains why school refusal often begins with school avoidance, how transition years like kindergarten and middle school increase risk, and why pulling kids out of school is rarely an effective long-term solution. Amy, Margaret, and Kristen also discuss: Why parental accommodations can unintentionally fuel anxiety The difference between validating feelings and reinforcing fear Why gradual exposure works better than avoidance The four common drivers of school refusal How ADHD, autism, and separation anxiety can increase risk Why helping kids feel connected to their school community matters How parent-focused treatments like SPACE can improve childhood anxiety—even without the child in therapy sessions Here's where you can find Kristen: https://kristenmcneely.com/ @childhood.empowered on IG https://schoolcapable.kristenmcneely.com/ What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron James makes his final decision and is heading to the Sixers. Nick Felice and Paul Russo talk about the move and how that impacts the team and rest of the league. With the MLB Trade Deadline on Monday, the guys preview the day and what moves could be made.

All links mentioned in the post can be found here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/179 Have you ever looked around your home and wondered, "How did we end up with so much stuff?" Or maybe you've organized the same drawer, closet, or office over and over, only to feel overwhelmed again a few weeks later. If you've ever thought minimalism wasn't for you because you pictured empty white rooms, getting rid of everything you own, or living with only 33 items in your closet, this episode might completely change your perspective. Today I'm joined by Stephanie Seferian, host of the Sustainable Minimalist Podcast. Stephanie discovered minimalism after becoming a mom and realizing she was spending all of her free time cleaning, organizing, and managing stuff instead of actually enjoying her life. Since then, she's helped thousands of people rethink what it means to live with less. In our conversation, Stephanie shares why minimalism isn't about deprivation. It's about intentionally creating more space for the things that matter most. We also talk about how this mindset shows up in business, the hidden stress that comes from consumerism, and why having less can actually give you so much more. What You'll Learn: What minimalism really means (and what it doesn't) Why owning less creates more freedom, peace, and mental space How becoming a parent completely changed Stephanie's perspective on stuff The surprising connection between minimalism, organization, and happiness How consumer culture keeps us buying things we don't actually need Why experiences and relationships matter more than possessions How Stephanie built a successful podcast around her passion for sustainable minimalism What happened when she chose to prioritize her mission over maximizing revenue Practical ways to begin embracing minimalism without becoming overwhelmed

Delve into the transformative world of AI in the produce industry with host Vonnie Estes and guest Steve Statler, CEO of AmbientChat AI. Explore the intersection of AI, IoT, and supply chains, focusing on how agentic AI can revolutionize food logistics by enhancing efficiency, reducing waste, and improving consumer experiences. Gain insights into the implications of data ownership, AI standards, and the evolving dynamics between tech giants and traditional players. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the future of food supply chains and the vital role of AI.Key TakeawaysAgentic AI: Moves beyond data visibility, offering actionable insights and system-wide improvements in the produce supply chain.Data Ownership: Crucial for leveraging AI technologies in supply chains; businesses must ensure control over their data to retain agency.Physical AI in Logistics: Innovations like sensor-tagged shipping crates drastically improve supply chain efficiency and minimize waste.Consumer Empowerment: AI can customize and optimize food buying decisions, potentially increasing fresh produce consumption.European Initiatives: Europe's efforts in digital product passports may set a global standard for ethical data management in supply chains.Guest ResourcesSteve Statler is the CEO of AmbientChat AI and the host of the Mr. Beacon podcast. With an extensive background at the intersection of AI, ambient IoT, traceability, and supply chains, Steve is a recognized thought leader in the technology sector. His previous work with Wiliot, an Israeli semiconductor company, highlighted his innovation in ambient IoT, pioneering advances like affordable and ubiquitous temperature-sensing tags. Steve is passionate about the transformative potential of AI in physical supply chains, seeking to enhance efficiency and sustainability.Show LinksInternational Fresh Produce Association - https://www.freshproduce.com/Fresh Takes on Tech - https://www.freshproduce.com/resources/technology/takes-on-tech-podcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFreshProduceAssociation/Twitter - https://twitter.com/IntFreshProduce/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-fresh-produce-association/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/intlfreshproduceassn/

This month, our "Deep Dive" is into some of our past episodes about screen time: the effects it has on our kids, how tech companies engineer their devices to be as addictive as possible, and how we can allow our kids to enjoy screens with supportive limits. Is screen use a daily battle of wills in your house? ⁠Emily Cherkin⁠, author of the new book ⁠"THE SCREENTIME SOLUTION: A Judgment-Free Guide to Becoming a Tech-Intentional Family,"⁠ explains how to model a healthy relationship with tech for our kids. Emily Cherkin, MEd., consults with parents, offers school presentations and professional development training, and brings her tech-intentional approach to as many people as possible. Emily and Margaret discuss: What "tech-intentional" really means and how it's different from being screen-free How to align screen use with family values How to model tech intentionality with your kids Here's where you can find Emily: ⁠http://www.thescreentimeconsultant.com⁠ Instagram: @thescreentimeconsultant Facebook: @thescreentimeconsultant X: @ScreentimeLlc Buy THE SCREENTIME SOLUTION: ⁠https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9798886451122⁠ ⁠Listen to our Fresh Take with Julie Lythcott-Haims⁠ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does it really take to build a fulfilling life—and how do we help our kids do the same? Bestselling author and host of the podcast "What It's Like to Be..." Dan Heath joins Amy for a conversation that challenges some of the biggest assumptions parents make about success, careers, decision making, and what their kids will remember most about growing up. Dan shares why meaningful work often comes from unexpected places and why room for experimentation and exploration is one of the greatest gifts we can give our children. Dan and Amy discuss: Why there's no such thing as a universally "good" career How to help kids discover passions without putting pressure on them A simple exercise that creates unforgettable family memories Why experimentation leads to more fulfilling work and life Four common decision-making "villains"—and how to avoid them Practical ways to make parenting, work, and everyday decisions with more clarity Here's where you can find Dan: www.danheath.com Listen to "What It's Like to Be..." Buy Dan's books LinkedIn What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode notes: Weddings. Work presentations. Graduations. The big dinner you've been dreading dressing for since the invite landed. These are the moments when what you wear actually matters — and where most of us default to the same safe, forgettable choice out of pure fear of getting it wrong. In this episode, Lisa throws out the old playbook. No more starting with "what's appropriate." Instead, she shows you how to start with the feeling you want to walk in with — confident, powerful, unmistakably you — and build the outfit from there. Expect real, practical gold: how to choose colours that actually photograph and film well (because everything's on camera now), how to dress for the room without losing your personality in the process, and why the right unexpected shoe or accessory can turn a "fine" outfit into one people remember. Lisa breaks it down event by event — wedding-guest dressing that doesn't default to boring, workwear that reads as polished and powerful, graduation outfits that are relaxed but still feel like an occasion, and how to properly dress up for a high-end dinner without it feeling like a costume. If you've ever stood in front of your wardrobe panicking about a big event, this episode is the reset you need.   Work with Lisa - Need help with an event or just getting more clarity on your style? I have an online styling session here: https://www.lisagillbestyle.com/60min-styling-session   Follow Lisa on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/lisegillbestylist/?hl=en-gb   Sign-up to Lisa's Substack newsletter here: https://lisagillbe.substack.com/        

What if the fact that we sometimes we "lose it" as parents doesn't make us bad parents? What if those times stem from an overwhelmed nervous system, and what happens when we get curious about what's underneath? Marriage and family therapist Dr. Cassidy Freitas, host of the "Holding Space" podcast and author of the new book MOM NEEDS A MOMENT, explains why parents "lose it," what our emotional reactions are really telling us, and how we can interrupt generational patterns without striving for perfection. In this episode, you'll learn: How childhood experiences shape your parenting triggers today. The difference between guilt and shame. Why repair after conflict is often more powerful than trying to be a perfect parent. How social media and intensive parenting culture fuel parental burnout and self-criticism. What "creating margin" means—and why a few moments of space can transform your relationship with your children. How to recognize your triggers before reacting. The simple phrase Dr. Freitas uses to calm her nervous system in difficult parenting moments. Here's where you can find Dr. Freitas: www.drcassidymft.com @drcassidy on IG Buy MOM NEEDS A MOMENT: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9781523533534 What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Laura Clery has built a massive digital empire, of over 25 million followers, offering her own blend of silly sketch comedy and unflinchingly vulnerable reality. In this interview, Laura tells Margaret about her new memoir, WHAT DOESN'T KILL YOU MAKES YOU HOTTER , and the unraveling of a marriage shaped by sobriety, relapse, codependency, fame, and the pressure of living so much of life online. Laura and Margaret discuss: Her experience raising a child on the autism spectrum What happens when a relationship falls apart in public Why it can be hard to recognize destructive patterns from the inside How motherhood has made Laura brave Here's where you can find Laura: @laura.clery on FB @lauraclery on IG and TikTok @LauraMarieClery on YouTube Listen to Laura's podcast Idiot Buy WHAT DOESN'T KILL YOU MAKES YOU HOTTER: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9781668087343 What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailWe're getting into a music trivia game with you all. Plus, covering some of the pop culture news (as usual). Can you dig it?"Did You Hear About This?" digs into the pop culture and news rabbit holes you somehow missed. If you're a Gen X geek, you've found your tribe. Please subscribe, like, and review us — we always need support to grow in this algorithmic world. If you don't, we'll find you.Do you know someone who would like our show? Please share. It's the only way a show like ours grows. We aren't afraid to beg. Visit us at https://www.didyouhearaboutthis.showEmail us at tmcgi.podcast@gmail.com 

Why are autoimmune conditions so much more common in women? And does that have anything to do with the fact that those same conditions are misunderstood, under-researched, and accepted as things we just have to live with? Sara Hirsh Bordo, author of the new book AUTOIMMUNITY AND THE GOOD GIRLS, discusses the questions that led her to examine the connection between women's health, caregiving, stress, and identity. After receiving her own autoimmune diagnoses, Sara began noticing that her fellow sufferers shared similar life patterns: especially eldest daughters, caretakers, and women raised to prioritize everyone else's needs. That observation led her to fund original research exploring the relationship between girlhood experiences, cultural expectations, and autoimmune disease. Amy and Sara discuss: What autoimmune disease, means and why these conditions remain misunderstood Hypotheses on why autoimmune diagnoses disproportionately affect women The connection between caregiving roles, chronic stress, and the nervous system How our life experiences can shape our long-term health The difference between understanding mind-body connections and blaming ourselves when our bodies fail us Why learning to receive care can be just as important as giving it What it means to rewrite the stories that teach women to earn love through self-denial This conversation explores a question many women may recognize: What happens when being “good” means becoming disconnected from your own needs? Here's where you can find Sara: https://autoimmunityandthegoodgirls.com https://goodgirlsbook.com @sarahirshbordo on IG @sarahirshbordo on LinkedIn Buy AUTOIMMUNITY AND THE GOOD GIRLS: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9780063450660 What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As technology improves medicine, and AI accelerates change, how do we maintain the human connection that must exist between doctor and patient? Pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Alan R. Cohen, author of the new book COMFORT ALWAYS, explains what he's learned in four decades of working with families in extremely intense situations, and how being a "humble physician" remains the most important part of his work. In this episode, we discuss: Why empathy is a skill worth intention and focus The benefits and drawbacks of electronic medical records Why parents' instincts remain a crucial part of their children's care How to advocate for yourself with a disconnected provider Why uncertainty is part of medicine—and part of life Here's where you can find Dr. Cohen: https://www.dralanrcohen.com/ Buy COMFORT ALWAYS: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9798895656198 What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if perfectionism isn’t something we need to overcome—but something we need to understand differently? In this episode of Tend HER Wild, we explore perfectionism through a new lens. Rather than viewing it as a flaw to fix, we discuss the difference between healthy striving and the forms of perfectionism that keep us disconnected from our authentic selves. We share our own stories of perfectionism, examine how culture shapes our expectations, and explore why perfectionism is often less about achievement and more about managing anxiety and seeking safety.  In todays episode we draw on the work of Brené Brown, Clarissa Pinkola Estés, and Marion Woodman, and we unpack: The difference between adaptive and maladaptive perfectionism Why high standards aren’t the problem The role of the inner critic How perfectionism impacts women, creativity, and leadership The connection between perfectionism, people-pleasing, anxiety, and depression Why socially prescribed perfectionism may be the most harmful form How perfectionism can keep us from creating the life we’re longing for As Clarissa Pinkola Estés reminds us, we don’t need perfect strength—we need adequate strength to be ourselves. Sometimes 75% is enough. A flower doesn’t need to be fully open to be blooming. If you’ve been feeling disconnected from yourself, navigating burnout or grief, constantly over-performing, or longing for a more authentic and intuitive life, this conversation is for you. Resources Mentioned Wisdom Wednesday: Perfectionism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6mh3lK4zxc Other Episodes You Might Like:  Episode 32: Perfectionism (Referenced in today’s conversation) Episode 100: The Upper Limit: Living in Your Full Potential  Episode 161: Intergenerational Trauma Episode 167: Dr. Jackie Kamradt: Being a Mom is the Best Thing for my OCD Keep Her Wild: A Rewilding Experience for Women If this episode resonated with you, consider joining our live online Keep Her Wild course this July. Together we’ll explore intuition, authenticity, self-trust, and reconnecting with the deeper wisdom that already lives within you. Registration and details: https://dryogamomma.com/keepherwild/ Today's Episode sponsored by: Kate Moreland Coaching (https://www.katemorelandcoaching.com/) Dr Yoga Momma (https://dryogamomma.com/) Heartland Yoga (https://heartlandyoga.com/) Want to do coaching work with Kate or mind-body psychotherapy with Dr. Betsy?  Kate Moreland Coaching (https://www.katemorelandcoaching.com/) Dr Yoga Momma (https://dryogamomma.com/) Want to go on retreat? Want to join Betsy in Mexico in February May 20-27, 2027 on retreat?  This beautiful retreat center in the nourishing haven of Playa Chacala on the Pacific Ocean will the home for a week of deep self-care.  Teaching retreat is one of Betsy's favorite jobs as it gives her a chance to move into deeper realms with people over an extended period of time using the tools of yoga, meditation, hypnosis, energy work, and self-inquiry.  People typically observe deep shifts and quantum leaps forward on such retreats.   All the details here! Connect With Us Follow along and continue the conversation: Tend HER Wild Podcast Instagram: @tendherwild Instagram: @katemorelandcoaching If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a woman who may need this conversation today.  Source

We know that resilience is a good trait for our kids to have. But can "grit" only be achieved through hardship and repeated failure? Can a kid whose everyday life is pretty cushy still be resilient, and if so, how is that resilience taught? We talk with resilience coach Talia Kovacs about how resilience is a skill that can be nurtured over time—even in the kid who regularly falls apart when the chicken nuggets touch the peas. Drawing from her experience as a classroom teacher, literacy expert, and parent coach, Talia explains why today's kids are struggling with perfectionism, fear of mistakes, and anxiety—and how parents may be unintentionally reinforcing those patterns. She shares why resilience doesn't require hardship, how spirituality (a concept distinct from religion) can help children feel grounded, and why independent play and healthy risk-taking matter more than ever. The conversation explores the difference between raising capable kids versus constantly protecting them, why parents' own nervous systems shape family resilience, and how changing the stories we tell about our children can help them develop confidence and self-trust. Here's where you can find Talia: https://taliakovacs.com Substack: https://substack.com/@taliakovacs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taliakovacs/ What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do hormones actually do—and why are they often misunderstood? We talk with Dr. Gillian Goddard, an endocrinologist and author of The Hormone Loop: An Empowering Guide to Restoring Hormonal Harmony from Puberty to Menopause. Dr. Goddard explains how hormones affect far more than reproduction, influencing everything from metabolism and sleep to mood, stress responses, and cardiovascular health. She breaks down the concept of the "hormone loop" and explains the four major hormonal systems that work together to keep our bodies functioning: reproductive, thyroid, growth hormone, and adrenal (stress) loops. The conversation explores how hormonal changes during puberty, pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause can affect the entire body—not just reproductive health. We also discuss why women's symptoms are so often dismissed, how cultural attitudes about hormones can prevent women from seeking care, and why tracking symptoms can help patients advocate for themselves more effectively. Other topics include: The relationship between estrogen, the immune system, and thyroid disorders Hormone replacement therapy: benefits, misconceptions, and current research The role of GLP-1 medications in midlife health and weight management Here's where you can find Dr. Goddard: @thesavvypatient on IG https://savvypatient.substack.com Buy THE HORMONE LOOP: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9780063455047 What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What should parents know if they're considering divorce? Margaret talks with family law attorneys Kristen Holstrom and Samantha McBride—the hosts of the "Custody Queens" podcast—about custody disputes, co-parenting conflict, child support, digital footprints, and the biggest mistakes people make during separation. Drawing from years of experience in high-conflict custody and divorce cases, Kristen and Samantha explain how family court actually works, why “amicable” divorces can still require strong boundaries, and how parents can protect themselves and their children emotionally, financially, and legally. The conversation covers: Why every custody case is unique—and why Facebook advice can backfire The difference between staying amicable and giving up your rights How courts evaluate custody arrangements and parenting concerns Child support myths, enforcement, and financial responsibility The long-term consequences of social media posts, texts, and digital evidence Why courts care more about safety concerns than personal betrayal Co-parenting with a difficult ex or a new romantic partner in the picture How therapy, documentation, and realistic expectations can reduce conflict Here's where you can find Samantha and Kristen: https://custodyqueens.com/ @custodyqueens and @custodyqueensonair on IG @custodyqueens on TikTok @custodyqueenson-air on YT Listen to "Custody Queens" wherever you listen to podcasts Custody Queens Off the Clock, Kristen and Sam's true crime pod What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We often think "ambivalence" means indifference. Its actual meaning is quite different: ambivalence means having multiple and often opposite emotions in one moment. Motherhood contains much joy—but what about the resentment, grief, anger, fear, exhaustion, and guilt that can exist alongside deep love? Psychotherapist and researcher Dr. Margo Lowy joins us to discuss her book MATERNAL AMBIVALENCE: The Loving Moments and Bitter Truths of Motherhood and the emotional contradictions at the heart of parenting. Dr. Lowy explains why naming difficult emotions can actually strengthen our relationships with our children at all stages of our parenting, from postpartum anxiety to learning to let our children go. We discuss: Why the pressures of perfectionism are so damaging for mothers The taboo around negative parenting emotions How self-awareness and emotional honesty can improve parent-child relationships Here's where you can find Margo: https://drmargolowy.com/ @drmargolowy on IG Buy MATERNAL AMBIVALENCE: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9798888455999 What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two Russians who left their country after the invasion of Ukraine and are now rebuilding their lives and careers in the U.S. Senior Arts Correspondent Jeffrey Brown reports on a recent production in New York for our Art in Action series, exploring how art and democracy shape one another, as part of our CANVAS coverage. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Why do we avoid small opportunities for connection with strangers, even when humans are wired for that very connection? Behavioral scientist Nicholas Epley, author of the new book A LITTLE MORE SOCIAL, explains why modern life leaves so many people feeling disconnected—and how small social choices can dramatically improve our well-being. Nick explains the science behind loneliness, why humans are biologically wired for connection, and how our fear of awkwardness keeps us from reaching out to others. From conversations with strangers on the subway to helping kids build social confidence, this episode explores how meaningful relationships are created through everyday interactions. The conversation covers: Why people underestimate how much others want connection too How smartphones, remote work, and modern convenience reduce social interaction Why talking to strangers often goes better than we expect The importance of modeling curiosity and openness for children Why meaningful conversations matter more than surface-level similarities How to become “a little more social” through small daily habits Here's where you can find Nick: www.nicholasepley.com Buy A LITTLE MORE SOCIAL: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9780593319543 What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we're talking about how modern teen "dating" has changed—starting with the word itself (it's called "talking" or "hanging out" these days), where today's teens are meeting romantic partners, and how they tend to communicate. We also explain how and why conversations about boundaries, consent, self-worth, and emotional safety should begin earlier than you might think. We also discuss: Why today's teens are dating later but navigating more online pressure How to encourage to kids maintain other friendships while dating What to do when you dislike your child's romantic partner Here are links to some of the resources mentioned in the episode: Emily Baumgaertner Nunn for the NYT: A Predictor of a Good Social Life? Your Parents. Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU blog: Is your teen ready to date? 6 things to think about Rachel Ehmke for Child Mind Institute: Teens and Romantic Relationships Check out our Fresh Take with Ash Brandin, the Gamer Educator, who has great tips on keeping kids safe online! What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices