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We open with a sobering follow-up: the future is less about AI toast (though Red Dwarf predicted it) and more about a soul-stripping "infrastructure of meaningless" after an AWS outage proved how fragile the internet is. Corporate overlords, like Elon Musk, are taking note: he finally addressed Starlink's use by Asian scam syndicates, but his attention is mostly on superintelligence, which Wozniak, Prince Harry, and 800 others want banned. Meanwhile, Meta, despite pouring $27 billion into data centers, suddenly cut 600 AI jobs, and Amazon is preparing to automate a half-million warehouse positions, offering drivers AR spy glasses and suggesting a new "Help Me Decide" AI tool to automate the exhausting micro-decision of which air fryer to buy. This dystopian fever dream peaked when Suzanne Somers' widower revealed he built a full-on robotic AI twin of the late actress. Predictably, Tesla stock tumbled, and the crypto grift continued with the pardoning of Binance founder Zhao, leaving SBF to ponder his failed check-bounce in jail.Speaking of soul-crushing, Disney's latest nostalgia raid, Tron: Ares, tanked harder than anticipated, proving not every Gen-X intellectual property is a worthy cash cow. But fear not, there's still great TV to be had: we recommend the clever dramas Slow Horses and The Diplomat Season 3, the high-stakes culinary nightmare Knives Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars, and the surprisingly excellent Gen V (which you must watch before the next season of The Boys). We also got our fix with the Pluribus trailer, Bullet Train, Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, and the deliciously low-stakes reality shows Come Dine With Me, Hotel Costiera, and The Celebrity Traitors UK/Canada. Sadly, we must mourn the end of Food Network's The Kitchen. Yet, no matter how good the show, you still have to deal with Ticketmaster, which is still lying about "fighting bots" while cornering the secondary market.In the world of Apps & Doodads, OpenAI dropped its "Anti-Web" browser, ChatGPT Atlas (a data mule in disguise), and a new app now fakes your vacation photos (perfect for burned-out users). X is poised to sell "rare" usernames for millions (with a terrible subscription catch), while some clever hacker figured out a $60 mod to disable the privacy light on Meta's Ray-Ban spy glasses. Fellow podcast host Dave Bittner joined us to agree that the new Hall of Presidents format is better without the political posturing and confirmed the joy of old-school, purple-ink-smelling Spirit Duplicators (and we checked out a Star Wars fan film trailer for the AT THE LIBRARY section). Don't forget your Tilly Hat! Finally, R.I.P. Soft Cell's musical force Dave Ball, aged 66; the hits still hit.Sponsors:Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. 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Why the stock is fallingTrump pardons convicted Binance founder Zhao, White House saysCrypto billionaire pardon is insane by CoffeezillaMEDIA CANDY‘Tron: Ares' Is an Even Bigger Bomb Than We ThoughtTron: LegacyHuman: Into the AmericasHuman: Building EmpiresCome Dine With MeFood Network's The Kitchen to End After 40 SeasonsKnifes Edge: Chasing Michelin StarsPluribus — Official Trailer | Apple TVBullet TrainDr. Horrible's Sing-Along BlogHotel CostieraSlow HorsesThe Diplomat Season 3The Celebrity Traitors UKTraitors Canada Season 3Ticketmaster Is Going to Have to Do Better Than ThatAPPS & DOODADSOpenAI's AI-powered browser, ChatGPT Atlas, launches on macOS todayChatGPT's Atlas: The Browser That's Anti-Web By Anil DashToo burned out to travel? This new app fakes your summer vacation photos for youX's handle marketplace will sell some 'rare' usernames for millions of dollarsA $60 Mod to Meta's Ray-Bans Disables Its Privacy-Protecting Recording LightTHE DARK SIDE WITH DAVEDave BittnerThe CyberWireHacking HumansCaveatControl LoopOnly Malware in the BuildingGen VTilly HatsFirefly | The World's Smallest Pro-Audio MicrophoneSpirit Duplicators: Copies Never Smelled So GoodSTAR WARS ENTRENCHED: Fan Film TEASER 2CLOSING SHOUT-OUTSSoft Cell's musical force Dave Ball dies, aged 66See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Corporate reporters scratch their heads over how this bombing campaign might be legal, rather than discussing what tools can respond to wildly illegal actions.

✍️ Corporate breakup coach Nadja Fromm shares her powerful journey of leaving a high-paying corporate career behind after three intense burnouts — and how she now helps others do the same.Are you stuck in a career that looks successful on the outside but feels soul-crushing on the inside? This episode is for you. If you've been secretly Googling "how to quit your job" or “burnout recovery tips,” Nadja Fromm offers real answers — and a path forward.We dive deep into why so many high-achievers hit a wall, and how leaving the 9 to 5 isn't a reckless decision — it's often the most strategic one. Nadja reveals how to discover your why, build a meaningful business, and shift from survival mode to authentic success. As a former executive turned business coach, she provides the tools and mindset needed to reclaim your freedom without sacrificing stability.

A state lawmaker is pushing for laws to protect students from inappropriate relationships in K-12 schools. Two Minnesota women pleaded guilty Tuesday in a scheme to defraud taxpayers by overbilling Medicaid for substance abuse treatment.Minneapolis police have arrested a person suspected of throwing two Molotov cocktails into an ice cream shop. It happened at Fletcher's Ice Cream and Cafe on East Hennepin Avenue. No one was hurt.Advocates pressuring the state Board of Investment to cut financial ties to Israel staged a sit-in Tuesday at the Retirement Systems Building in St. Paul. The protest was planned for the same day as the board's quarterly meeting. The protesters refused to leave the building when it closed for the day, and several were arrested.An asphalt and aggregate products business with many locations across Minnesota says it will be closing some of those facilities by the end of the year with nearly 300 employees losing their jobs. Minnesota Paving and Materials sent a notice to the state announcing the permanent closure of 14 of its operations in the state, including quarries in Owatonna and New Ulm and an asphalt plant in Kasota. The company's notice did not offer any details on why it's closing those locations.

Unleash your brain's hidden potential with Patrick Holford, who in this bitesize edition, reveals the electrifying truth that your brain is a powerhouse of fat and protein, and you're likely running it on empty.  Also, discover the four "Horsemen of the Mental Health Apocalypse"—from sugar to missing B vitamins—that are sabotaging your focus and dramatically increasing your risk of dementia KEY TAKEAWAYS: Your Brain is Composed of Fat and Protein: The brain's structure is predominantly fat (over 60% of its dry weight) and protein. White matter consists of fatty insulation (like electrical wires), and grey matter is made of the neuron bodies Optimal Nutrition is the Foundation of High Performance: High performance in any area, including sports, starts with a properly functioning brain The Four Horsemen of Mental Health Decline: Patrick identifies four key factors that negatively impact brain health: brain fats (Omega-3, Vitamin D, phospholipids), methylation (B vitamins), sugar, and antioxidants Dementia is Not Inevitable: Apart from a small number of cases caused by rare, early-onset genes (less than 1%), developing dementia is not a necessity. TIMESTAMPS AND KEY TOPICS: 01:48 - Analogy of the Brain Structure 3:55 - Groundbreaking IQ Study 05:28 - Four Horsemen Of Mental Health 06:65 - The Link Between Exercise and Brain Mass VALUABLE RESOURCES ⁠Join The High Performance Health Community⁠ ⁠Click here⁠ for discounts on all the products I personally use and recommend A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible: Full episode link https://lnk.to/EP_229  ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in various media including Huff Post, Runners world, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women's Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️ a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and their family without burning out. CONTACT DETAILS ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Disclaimer: The High Performance Health Podcast is for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of professional or coaching advice and no client relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for medical or other professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should seek the assistance of their medical doctor or other health care professional for before taking any steps to implement any of the items discussed in this podcast. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In this episode, Brandon Birkmeyer interviews Kat Norton, popularly known as Miss Excel on TikTok and Instagram, where she has garnered over a million followers by teaching Microsoft Excel in a fun and engaging manner.   Kat shares her inspirational journey from a 9-to-5 consulting job to becoming a successful entrepreneur, complete with viral content, a popular Excel course, and multiple coaching and training programs. She discusses the importance of authenticity, leveraging creativity, and overcoming personal barriers to build a profitable creator business.   Kat also reveals her process for creating content, scaling her business, and maintaining work-life balance through self-care and meditation. Tune in to learn how to combine passion, creativity, and knowledge into a flourishing online business. Connect with Kat on her website at miss-excel.com or on TikTok & Instagram: @miss.excel. 00:00 Introduction to Kat Norton and Miss Excel 02:00 The Journey to TikTok Fame 03:25 Authenticity and Content Creation 06:42 Combining Passions: Excel and Dancing 13:12 From Corporate Job to Content Creator 16:47 Going Viral and Building a Following 27:37 Course Creation Process: From Idea to Launch 31:15 Tools and Platforms for Course Creation 38:52 Personal Growth and Handling Overwhelm 40:41 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 44:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   This is the Brands On Brands Podcast with Brandon Birkmeyer www.brandsonbrands.com Don't forget to get your own personal branding scorecard at: https://www.brandsonbrands.com/scorecard CONNECT WITH ME Connect with me on social media: https://www.brandsonbrands.com/mylinks READ MY BOOK - FRONT & CENTER LEADERSHIP I launched a new book and author website. Check it out here. https://www.brandonbirkmeyer.com/fcl CHECK OUT MY COURSES Get tactical trainings and access to one-on-one coaching! https://www.brandsonbrands.com/courses SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER Get the latest news and trends on all things personal branding and the creator economy. https://www.brandsonbrands.com/newsletter

Using Cooking as Therapy to Improve Mental Health   The concept of experiential therapy isn't new: there's art therapy, equine therapy, play therapy. But one form you might not be familiar with is cooking therapy. Research tells us that cooking and baking are favorite hobbies of Americans—above reading, time spent with pets, video games, or outdoor activities. So how can we make our love of the kitchen also therapeutic?  Meet Debra Borden! She's a licensed clinical social worker and author of the new book, Cooking as Therapy: How to Improve Mental Health Through Cooking. In today's episode, she shares the science behind cooking as therapy, how to turn any recipe into therapy, or even any non-recipe into a therapeutic experience.   Order Cooking as Therapy here: https://cookingastherapybooks.com/   Meet the Author and Our Guest -- Debra Borden, LCSW Debra is a licensed clinical social worker and a pioneer in using cooking as a part of therapy. Known as the Sous Therapist, Debra has spent over two decades helping people discover how everyday kitchen tasks become powerful tools for healing. Her unique approach to therapy has been featured in The New York Times, Bon Appétit, Women's Health, and on The List TV, among others. Corporate clients like Bloomingdale's, Crayola, and Mt. Sinai have brought Debra in to demonstrate how cooking therapy can reduce stress and spark meaningful change. Debra is also the author of two novels with Random House (Lucky Me and A Little Bit Married) and countless essays and articles on family, relationships, and personal growth.   Follow Debra on Social Media IG and Facebook: @debraborden  TikTok: @cookyourselfhappy   Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

I previously joined Kate Kennedy on her show, Be There in Five, to discuss Rich Girl Nation, and we ended up talking about everything from beauty culture to women as breadwinners—enjoy. Get your copy of Rich Girl Nation, recently named one of Barnes & Noble's Best Business Books of 2025:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://moneywithkatie.com/rich-girl-nation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Transcripts, show notes, resources, and credits will be available within a week at: ⁠https://moneywithkatie.com/beauty-culture. — Money with Katie's mission is to be the intersection where the economic, cultural, and political meet the tactical, practical, personal finance education everyone needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fed up with finance d-bags enshitifying everything? Well, I can't stop them from trying to take over weed too, but I did just tell one of the worst offenders to hit the bricks, only with much more colorful language. Adam Bierman—co-founder and former CEO of a massive cannabis dispensary chain called Medmen—was originally pitched to me by his publicist, upon publication of his new book Weed Empire: How I Battled Gangsters, Investment Banks, and the Department of Justice to Build the Cannabis Industry in America. Now, to steal a phrase, that's a book title so full of crap there's a colon right in the middle of it.  For a more honest take on the MedMen saga I recommend this 2020 deep dive from Politico. Anyway, our interview ended kinda abruptly, but maybe you'll find it cathartic to hear me tell this guy to STFU. I also explain why he deserved it and more. And yes, Medmen is the company that was ruthlessly parodied on South Park. PATREON Please ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠support Great Moments in Weed HIstory on Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Supporters get exclusive access to video versions of this podcast and private seshes, plus cool rewards like a signed book. And it truly helps us make the best show possible. EPISODE ARCHIVE Visit our podcast feed for 150+ episodes of Great Moments in Weed History, and subscribe now to get a new weekly podcast every Weednesday. 

Kerryn Feehan is here on this week’s Steph Infection! Kerryn and Steph chat about Kerryn’s experience with Shingles, the extended length of her tailbone, breaking her hand doing a box jump, and much much more! Don’t let financial opportunity slip through the cracks. Get 50% Off Monarch, the all-inone financial tool at www.monarch.com/STEPH Follow @Steph_Tolev and @Steph_Infection_Podcast on Instagram. Send in your body stories to be featured on the pod! See Steph Live!! KEEPIN EM HARD 2025 Tour US Dates October 23-25 Baltimore, MD Nov 6-8 Winnipeg Nov 14-15 Calgary Nov 20-22 Charlotte NC Dec 11, 14 Chicago, IL Dec 12-13 Rosemont, IL Dec 19 Toronto Dec 20 Montréal Get tickets at https://punchup.live/stephtolev Be sure to follow @kerrynfeehan on Instagram! Steph’s new special, FILTH QUEEN is out NOW on NETFLIX!! Steph Tolev caught fire on the BILL BURR PRESENTS: FRIENDS WHO KILL, Netflix special. She was named a COMEDIAN YOU SHOULD AND WILL KNOW by Vulture, which recognized her as one of Canada’s funniest exports. She was featured on Comedy Central’s THE RINGERS stand up series, and season two of UNPROTECTED SETS. Steph has appeared in Comedy Central’s CORPORATE and starred in an episode of the Sarah Silverman-produced PLEASE UNDERSTAND ME. Steph has been well received at festivals all over the world and headlines clubs across the country. She also has a hit podcast on ALL THINGS COMEDY called “STEPH INFECTION” and appears in the feature OLD DADS

It's officially fall, and that means we're deep into the MLB playoffs, and the NHL, NFL and NBA seasons are in full swing. With it being such an exciting time for professional sports, we thought it'd be an opportune moment to revisit an episode we recorded in April, where Doug Perlman, CEO of Sports Media Advisors, demystifies the complex process of negotiating league media rights. We hope you enjoy this fascinating look into the evolution of sports media licensing in a post-cable world.  Summary: Major sporting events used to be clustered among a handful of TV channels. Now following your favourite team might require subscriptions to a whole litany of cable and streaming services. Which is to say nothing of all the licensed content you'll find spread out across social media platforms. In such a complex media ecosystem, how do organizations even begin to think about licensing their media assets? And how do they calculate their worth?Doug Perlman is the founder and CEO of Sports Media Advisors. SMA advises sports properties on their media strategies and rights negotiations. Doug has negotiated tens of billions of dollars in rights fees for some of the largest sports properties in the world, including the NFL, NASCAR, US Soccer, and the Ryder Cup, among others. Doug joins us today to discuss recent trends like the rise of streaming, the popularization of sports betting, and the emergence of AI, and all the unique challenges and opportunities they present for different leagues and organizations.Highlights:Doug's early career (3:00)Working for the NHL (4:40)Founding SMA (7:53)SMA's services (9:31)Negotiating rights deals (13:55)Cord-cutting (17:16)Impact of sports betting (18:35)Women's sports (19:37)AI in sports (20:58)Advice for young people trying to work in sports (26:12)Links:Doug Perlman LinkedInSMA LinkedInSMA WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR WebsiteFeedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, joe@lowerstreet.co.

Corporate earnings outcomes have been much better than expected, Managing Director of Investments at EP Wealth Advisors Adam Phillips on the current markets, More on the last Pints and Portfolios of the year on Sunday October 26th 11am to 1pm in Berkeley with Rob Black and EP Wealth Advisors

About this episodeIn this solo “CliffsNotes” episode, Brett breaks down how to actually make money from your corporate experience — not theory, not startup fantasy — just 17 real ways GenXers are doing it (plus 2 bonus options if you've got some capital to invest).Whether you're still in corporate wondering if there's a way out, or already on the outside trying to replace your income, this episode is the playbook. From fractional and advisory work to user-generated content, workshops, and buying a small business — Brett shares what's working, what he's tried himself, and what might fit your life right now.You'll hear: • Why your experience is more valuable outside of corporate than inside • 17 proven ways (and 2 bonus paths) to monetize what you already know • How GenXers are replacing their corporate income in ~25 hours a week • The difference between consulting, fractional, advisory, and coaching • Why “monthly service packages” might be the fastest on-ramp for freedom • Real examples from Brett's own journey — what worked and what didn't • How to future-proof your income before corporate “quits” on youThis one's packed with ideas you can start exploring right now — no fancy website, no new degree, and definitely no corporate BS.Mentioned paths include:Solo Consulting • Fractional Leadership • Interim Roles • Advisory • Coaching • Business Development & Affiliate Deals • Services / Subscriptions • Paid Communities • Sponsorships • Influencer & Content Partnerships • Workshops • Speaking • User-Generated Content (UGC) • E-Commerce • Tech-Enabled Services • Plus: Buying a Business & Franchises (the two “bonus” options)If this hit home, follow the show so you don't miss the next “CliffsNotes” drop.

Tons of major companies are reporting quarterly earnings and outlooks this week. But with federal data collection on hold, firms don't have all the usual context to evaluate what the future may bring. In this episode, how reliable are corporate earnings outlooks in an extended government shutdown? Plus: Labor productivity could warm up the chilly labor market, the Fed's balance sheet is making some big changes, and the used car market is still experiencing COVID-19 knock-on effects.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.

Tons of major companies are reporting quarterly earnings and outlooks this week. But with federal data collection on hold, firms don't have all the usual context to evaluate what the future may bring. In this episode, how reliable are corporate earnings outlooks in an extended government shutdown? Plus: Labor productivity could warm up the chilly labor market, the Fed's balance sheet is making some big changes, and the used car market is still experiencing COVID-19 knock-on effects.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.

Chicago faces a $1.15 billion deficit. To raise revenue, Mayor Johnson proposed a corporate head tax that would charge companies with 100 or more employees – who spend 50% of their time in Chicago – $21 per employee per month. This would raise an estimated $100 million annually and would be used to fund community safety and violence interruption. But some business leaders say it's a “job killer.” In the Loop speaks with Ralph Martire, executive director of the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability, Julie Dworkin, co-executive director of the Institute for the Public Good and Sam Toia, president and CEO of the Illinois Restaurant Association for different viewpoints on the corporate head tax. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

I'm working with a client who is a gifted communicator with years of real-world experience. He kept hearing that paid speaking is off limits unless you are already well known, can sell tickets by name alone, or have a massive audience. I knew that wasn't the full story. So I brought in someone I trust and have known for nearly 15 years, Grant Baldwin, to walk through what actually works today for getting paid to speak without celebrity status. Grant has trained thousands of speakers and built The Speaker Lab into a respected, enduring brand, one that has ranked on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest, growing privately held companies in the United States for five consecutive years. What This Episode Is… And Who It's For This conversation is designed for strong communicators who are comfortable on a stage and want to translate that skill into paid opportunities. If that's you, you'll find a clear framework, realistic fee guidance, what event planners actually want, and the specific outreach and follow-up cadence that moves you from “aspiring” to “booked.” Core Mindset Shift: From “Be Famous” To “Solve A Specific Problem” Event planners aren't always evaluating your follower count. They are reducing risk. They want a reliable speaker who can solve one specific problem for one specific audience and make the organizer look like a hero for choosing wisely. If Oprah or a former president is headlining, tickets sell on name alone. For the rest of us, the job is to solve a defined problem so well that attendees are grateful and organizers are relieved they chose us. The trap to avoid: “I can speak to anyone about anything.” Don't be a buffet. Be a steakhouse. A steakhouse does one thing exceptionally well. Most buffets do many things mediocre. Your positioning must signal sharp focus, not “I do it all.” Practical implication: Choose a niche problem and audience, and let everything else in your marketing reinforce that narrow, valuable focus. The SPEAK Framework Grant Teaches (And How To Apply It) Grant uses a five-part framework. I'll restate it with my commentary and application steps you can take immediately. S - Select a problem to solve Pick one clear problem for one identifiable audience. Validate it by confirming that organizations actually hire speakers on that topic. Avoid niche passions that no one budgets for on stage. Look for the Venn overlap between what you love, what you're skilled at, and what event buyers pay for. Quick validators you can run this week: Make a list of real conferences or associations where your topic would fit. Start with local, state, and regional events rather than national headliners that pay six figures to celebrity keynoters. Identify a few working speakers one or two steps ahead of you as benchmarks. If no one exists in your proposed niche, that's not a blue ocean. It's likely a market that doesn't buy talks on that topic. P - Prepare your talk Design a talk that offers a concrete solution to the chosen audience's felt need. Make sure the talk aligns with what planners already hire speakers to address. Your talk is a product. It must reduce the organizer's risk and fulfill the promise in the program description. Tip: If there's a personal subtopic you care about that isn't a main-stage draw, embed it as a 5 to 10 percent segment within a widely purchased theme, rather than making it the headline. This blends your passion with market reality without performing a bait-and-switch. E - Establish yourself as the expert You need a sharp, professional website and a demo video. Event planners who hire speakers will compare you to several other speakers. Your materials must look as good or better than your fee peers, because people judge books by their covers, especially under risk. You do not need to spend tens of thousands, but you do need clarity and quality. What to include: Crisp positioning: audience, problem, outcome. A talk page with titles, descriptions, and learning outcomes. Select testimonials that match your audience and topic. A short, high-quality demo reel showing stage presence and audience engagement. A - Acquire paid speaking gigs This is where most speakers falter. Do not wait passively for inquiries. Identify target events, start conversations, and follow up with discipline. Smaller events are not “lesser.” They are accessible and often pay in the $1,000 to $5,000 range for quality speakers who fit well. Those reps build momentum and referrals. A starter outreach line that works: “When will you start reviewing speakers for your [season/year] event?” You're aligning to their process, not forcing a pitch at the wrong time. If they say, “in three months,” get explicit permission to follow up, then actually follow up in three months with a helpful, short note. They won't expect you to do it. Showing up reliably previews how good you'll be to work with. My added tactic: Use Facebook groups where your audience gathers to crowdsource a list of live events they already attend. Ask, “If someone wanted to fully immerse in solving [problem], what live events should they attend?” Now you have a prospect list drawn from the market itself. Then apply the outreach process above. I share the exact post volume thresholds and how I used this approach during my Free The Dream years. K - Know when to scale Speaking can be the whole business or the front end of a larger business. Some speakers aim for many gigs and fee growth. Others use speaking primarily to acquire coaching, consulting, or long-term clients worth tens of thousands, which can dwarf the fee itself. Decide your model early, then shape your targeting and topic accordingly. What To Charge When You're Getting Started Set expectations realistically. Most speakers who are early in their professional journey charge between $1,000 and $5,000 for the first several paid gigs, with growth as reps, results, and marketing assets improve. Fees vary by industry: corporations generally pay more than nonprofits, for example. Your website, demo video, testimonials, and relevance to that organizer's audience all factor into perceived value. If you are already collecting checks in the $10,000 to $25,000 range, you're likely in a pond that routinely books at that level, with the credentials and references to match. Your materials and proof must stand shoulder to shoulder with other speakers priced similarly. The decision-maker is weighing risk. Your job is to make the yes feel safe. How Event Planners Think: Risk, Fit, Proof Event planners and committees are in the risk mitigation business. They need to justify why choosing you is safe. The fastest way to help them feel safe is to present tightly aligned positioning, a clear solution for their audience, relevant testimonials, and a professional demo that shows what they will see on their stage. If you're a known quantity in their industry, you reduce risk further. Translation: Your niche experience matters. Even if you want to speak beyond your current industry later, start where you already have credibility and connections. Build momentum there, then expand. Be The Steakhouse, Not The Buffet We swapped a memorable story about a dinner in Vegas that nails this point. A top steakhouse has a short menu. It's exceptional at one thing. Too many speakers showcase a menu of twenty topics across every domain. That spreads you thin and confuses buyers. You don't become referable as “the person who solves X.” Choose X. Then keep saying X. Building Momentum: Breakouts, Workshops, Local and Regional Stages Keynotes are the glory slot, but many buyers hire outstanding breakout or workshop speakers they've never heard of. Target smaller, local, or state-level events where budgets are sensible and competition is less fierce. Use these to gather testimonials and in-industry proof. The more you speak, the more you speak. People in the seats are often the next bookers. Referrals compound. Proactive Prospecting And Follow-Up: Exactly How To Do It Most speakers fail because they wait. Here's a workable cadence: Build a prospect list of the right-fit events. Send a short, no-pressure opener: “When will you start reviewing speakers?” Capture their answer and permission to follow up. Follow up exactly when promised with a crisp, helpful note. Keep the thread warm with brief check-ins aligned to their process, not your pitch calendar. This shows the organizer what it's like to work with you. Reliability beats bravado. My supplement to this: Source events by asking active Facebook groups where your audience congregates which conferences they actually attend. Then research and contact those events using the cadence above. Two Viable Business Models: Fee-First vs. Lead-Gen-First Fee-first speakers optimize for the check, the travel schedule, and fee growth over time. Lead-gen-first speakers optimize for speaking to rooms filled with ideal buyers, then convert into higher lifetime value offers such as retainers, advisory, or premium programs. In some niches, a single client is worth more than the speaking fee. Choose the model that matches your goals and build your targeting and talk to support it. Host Your Own Stage To Create Reps And Proof You don't have to wait for an invitation. Design a focused one-day workshop around your problem-audience fit, sell tickets, and put yourself on stage. This both validates your topic and produces assets, testimonials, and compelling footage for your reel. Tactical Tips, Stories, And Subtleties You Might Miss On First Listen Expectations prevent discouragement. Speaker fees range from a few hundred to hundreds of thousands. Unless your name sells tickets, start where the market is and grow. Manage expectations early so you stay persistent long enough to break through. Industry matters. Corporate, association, education, nonprofit, faith, and government markets all have different norms and ranges. Choose the pond that fits your topic, background, and goals. Marketing assets are not optional. At minimum, have a professional, focused site and a tight demo. Decision-makers compare several speakers side by side. Present like a pro. Momentum is real. The more stages you're on, the more invitations you'll receive. Some referrals hit years later. Plant seeds now. Harvest later. Start where you have leverage. If your career was in real estate, restaurants, law, healthcare, or tech, begin there. You speak the language, know the players, and reduce buyer risk. You can always evolve your niche after you build proof. Breakouts build keynotes. Deliver great breakout sessions that solve concrete problems. That creates case studies and word of mouth that lead to higher-fee keynote opportunities. Small and local is a feature, not a bug. Many high-quality regional events have budgets in the $1,000 to $5,000 range and want excellent speakers who fit. Those are perfect on-ramps. Be personable and reliable. The subtle signals you send in email cadence, brevity, and clarity matter as much as your sizzle reel. Planners notice. Use audience hubs to find events. Facebook groups with significant daily activity are a goldmine for discovering exactly which conferences your market actually attends. Ask the right question, harvest the list, then do surgical outreach. Speaking as impact. Opportunities come in all shapes and sizes. Grant shared doing a virtual session for inmates in a county jail, and he has also spoken to arenas of 10,000. There isn't one “correct” venue. There are aligned venues for your mission and model. If You're A Strong Communicator And Ready To Start, Do This In The Next 7 Days Define your niche: Write a one-sentence positioning statement: “I help [audience] solve [problem] so they can [outcome].” Keep it painfully specific. List 25 target events: Use Google, LinkedIn, and active Facebook groups your audience frequents. Ask what events they already attend and compile answers. Tidy your materials: Ensure your site and speaker page reflect your niche clearly, with outcomes and a clean bio. If you don't have a reel, assemble a short, honest highlight cut from any footage you have. Send five concise outreach emails: “When will you start reviewing speakers for [event]?” Track replies. Ask for permission to follow up at their timeline. Build a simple follow-up system: Calendar reminders or a basic CRM. Follow up exactly when promised with a short, service-oriented note. Reliability is your advantage. Book or create one rep: Pitch a breakout locally or host a focused micro-workshop yourself. Capture testimonials and footage. Momentum starts here. Resources Mentioned The Speaker Lab website The Speaker Lab podcast The Speaking Fee Calculator The Successful Speaker book by Grant Baldwin My Closing Thought If you're gifted on stage and willing to do the unglamorous prospecting and follow-up, there is a clear, repeatable path to getting booked and paid. You do not need to be famous. You do need to be focused, professional, and persistent. Choose your “steak,” serve it beautifully to the right diners, and keep showing up. The rooms you want will start asking for you by name. Ready to Turn Your Experience Into Income? If you're still here reading this, I have a feeling I know something about you. 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Going Long Podcast Episode 570: From Luxury Corporate Leader to Business Owner - Maria Kelly  ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. ) In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:   [00:24 - 02:07] Billy welcomes and introduces today's special guest, Maria Kelly. [02:07 - 08:54] Billy asks Maria to explain more about herself in her own words, including what steps she took to get to this point in her journey. [08:54 - 12:04] Maria shares insights into the role and benefits of mentorship. [12:04 - 18:42] Billy asks Maria to recall the period of her life when she was holding a down a successful corporate role but was also starting to see that there was something else that she wanted in addition. [18:42 - 23:16] Maria describes the process and journey of starting her own business. [23:16 - 28:43] Billy asks Maria about the transferable skills she took from corporate into entrepreneurship, and ways to get over analysis paralysis.  [28:43 - 31:32] Maria talks about the importance of helping others and paying forward. [31:32 - 33:40] Billy asks Maria to explain exactly how she is serving people through her business today. [33:40 - 37:40] Maria gives some advice on how to move past setbacks based on her own experience. [37:40 - 38:30] Billy asks Maria to share the message that she would like to hear from herself three years from now. [38:43- 40:40] Billy sums up what we learned today from Maria and asks her to share the best ways you can contact her. [40:40 - 41:26] Billy wraps up the show   How best to get in touch with Maria Kelly: Website: https://askmariakelly.com/  LinkedIn: https://es.linkedin.com/in/askmariakelly  If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at:  www.makeitoptional.com What you can expect to get out of this ebook: Learn how to achieve corporate optionality Gain true control over your career Turn corporate skills into personal assets With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time. This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today! Go to: www.makeitoptional.com Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm  To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.   How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI     Be sure to connect with Billy!  He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:   Website: www.billykeels.com Youtube: billykeels Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page Instagram: @billykeels Twitter: @billykeels LinkedIn: Billy Keels

EScientists worry about biggest CO₂ spike ever recordedMontana Court Dismisses Youth-led Lawsuit Challenging Trump Executive Orders Boosting Fossil FuelsWhile the court found it plausible that the Trump administration's efforts to increase the extraction and use of fossil fuels and other actions that suppress climate science and undermine renewable energy would cause grave harm to the health and wellbeing of children, it determined that it is powerless to stop them, as that would tread into the realm of policymaking reserved for CongressInternational deal to cut shipping emissions falters under U.S. pressureThe world's largest maritime nations had been deliberating on adopting regulations to move the shipping industry away from fossil fuels to slash emissions. But U.S. President Donald Trump, Saudi Arabia and other countries vowed to fight any global tax on shipping emissions.SBillionaire boss of South Korean construction giant is encouraging his workers to have children with a $75,000 bonusIn addition to the childbirth incentive, Lee Joong-keun, the founder and chairman of Booyoung Group is reportedly already trying to ease the financial burden on parents by helping out with college tuition for employees' children, medical expenses for direct family members, and child allowancesNestlé is laying off over 16,000 employees under its new CEO—and says a key motivator is ‘automation'Gen Z's misery is real: Most workers in this economy lack a voice and are stuck in low-quality jobs, a massive Gates-backed study findsMarc Benioff Says Trump Should Send Guard Troops to San Francisco Salesforce Offers Its Services to Boost Trump's Immigration Force GGlass Lewis to end shareholder vote recommendations amid ESG criticism CEOs are turning into influencers Sanae Takaichi elected as Japan's first female prime minister ‘Sad, if not damning': Cathie Wood blasts the proxy firms who say Elon Musk's $1 trillion pay package is just too rich“Index funds do no fundamental research, yet dominate institutional voting. Index-based investing is a form of socialism. Our investment system is broken.”AI Speed RoundOpenAI Blocks Videos of Martin Luther King Jr. After Racist Depictions Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian says ‘so much of the internet is dead'—and the rise of bots and ‘quasi-AI, LinkedIn slop' killed itSex could become the next big business opportunity for AI companiesSora might have a 'pervert' problem on its handsMeta Employee Creates AI App That Deepfakes the Dream Vacation You Couldn't AffordWalmart's deal with ChatGPT should worry every ecommerce small business: Your website is living on borrowed time in the age of AIMeta is asking Facebook users to give its AI access to their entire camera rollJPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says AI will eliminate jobs and ‘people should stop sticking their head in the sand' The real danger of AI in education isn't cheating--it's dependency on Big Tech algorithms, a business professor warns An ex-OpenAI researcher's study of a million-word ChatGPT conversation shows how quickly ‘AI psychosis' can take hold—and how chatbots can sidestep safety guardrails

In this episode, I'm announcing something big — the final round of the Corporate Cohort for 2025 is officially open! If you've been curious about what it's like to be in the room with other high-achieving women who are ready to lead with more clarity, alignment, and energy… you're going to love this behind-the-scenes conversation. I'm joined by two powerful women from a recent cohort — Megan and Andrea, both working moms navigating demanding corporate careers. We get into the real, honest shifts they made: Megan shares how she went from stuck and on autopilot to feeling energized and in control, and the specific boundaries that helped her become more present with her family. Andrea talks about how she stopped letting her work calendar control her life and started protecting time for what matters most at home. We also chat about phone habits, morning routines, proactive planning, and how having community and coaching was the catalyst for real change — not just in their careers, but in their confidence, mindset, and motherhood. Thank you to Clay & Vine for Sponsoring this Episode  https://clayandvineinteriors.com/ Inquire Here for In-Person or Virtual Support https://clayandvineinteriors.com/contact   Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Book A Call for the November Corporate Cohort molly@mollyasplin.com Try GrowthDay: 7 Day Free Trial here!  Energize: Order here with code MOLLYA3BODI for 15% off  Connect with Megan Schutz Norgren on LinkedIn Connect with Andrea Van Dyn Hoven on LinkedIn    Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team?  Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   Thank you for listening to this episode! Please take a screenshot and share your biggest takeaway on your Instagram stories and tag me @molly.asplin so that I can shout you out!

Don't leave corporate just to build a worse job for yourself. Yet that's exactly what happens when you default to freelancing—trading time-for-money all over again.In this episode, we unpack the crucial difference between freelancing and true entrepreneurship—and why most smart professionals unknowingly recreate the very systems they escaped. Learn how to stop replicating, start architecting, and build a business that finally delivers the autonomy, wealth, and meaning you actually left to create.***

Send us a textIn this episode of Light Up Your World, host Debbie McAllister welcomes the inspiring Renee Reich. Renee shares her journey from over 25 years in corporate America to becoming an empowering coach, author, and speaker. She talks about overcoming severe illness and personal loss to help others find their authentic voice and self-worth. Through her coaching programs and her book, 'Finding Your Voice, Unlock Your Chains, and Unleash Your Greatness,' Renee encourages individuals to embrace vulnerability, set healthy boundaries, and recognize their inherent worth. Listeners will gain insights into Renee's unique voice blueprint approach and the importance of focusing on personal growth and gratitude. Tune in for an uplifting and motivational conversation!00:00 Introduction to Renee Reich00:55 Renee's Journey: Overcoming Challenges02:06 Finding Your Voice: The Book05:10 The Power of Self-Worth and Validation10:47 The Butterfly Effect: Transformation and Growth13:00 Coaching and Empowerment25:39 The Importance of Gratitude and Positive Habits30:48 Conclusion and Ways to ConnectConnect with Renee:Website: https://reneereisch.com. Thank you for tuning into another illuminating episode of Light Up Your Worth. Your presence here is a testament to your commitment to healing, personal growth, and self discovery. As we conclude, remember, your worth is innate, your light is powerful beyond words, and your potential is limitless.Remember, when you own your worth, your light shines with abundance. Until next time, let your inner light shine. Sending sunshine.Support the showI'd be honored to walk beside you in this intimate space through my monthly Light Up Your Worth Society soul circle. Come home to yourself and join our heart-centered community. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightupyourworth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/Lightupyourworthpodcast Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/LightUpYourWorthwithDebbieMcAllister From my heart to yours, I'd love to invite you to support our podcast journey! If you've found value in our conversations and would like to share some love, you can treat me to a virtual coffee for just $5. It's a beautiful way to contribute whenever you feel called - no pressure, no commitments, just pure appreciation flowing both ways. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lightupyrworth Spread your light with our soul family across 35 countries and beyond!

We're nearing the summit in The Resiliency Quest podcast series. This week guest host Adam Mock continues his conversation with Dr. Doug McKinley—this time exploring one of the most misunderstood dimensions of resilient leadership: Boundaries.Boundaries are often mistaken for walls, but they're actually bridges to freedom. In leadership, if you're always available, you're never fully present. Dr. McKinley shares how burnout isn't caused by working too hard—it's caused by carrying what was never yours to begin with. When leaders fail to draw clear lines around their time, energy, and responsibility, they slowly lose clarity about who they are and what they stand for.In this conversation, Adam and Doug dive into the uncomfortable truth about people-pleasing, the courage it takes to say “no” without guilt, and why protecting your space is actually a gift to others—not a selfish act. If you've ever felt resentful, over committed, or like you're slowly disappearing beneath everyone else's needs, this trailhead might be your turning point.To Order Doug's Books: The Resiliency Quest,Mad About Us Visit Doug's Website: https://www.dougmckinley.com/ Receive a Free Leadership Resource: Leadership Guide 

In this episode of On the Delo, David DeLorenzo welcomes investor and operator Stephen Cole back for a no-BS, practical conversation on Bitcoin for real businesses—especially restaurants. They hit family buy-in, what “21M cap” actually means, instant vs. final settlement, and how owners can allocate a small, repeatable % of revenue into BTC without wrecking their books.Stephen also breaks down why fractions (0.01 BTC) aren't “small,” how AI will demand internet-native money, and what his company Castle is building so small and medium sized businesses can automate buys and plug into tools they already use (Stripe, PayPal, Square, Clover, Shopify, QuickBooks). They cover tax basics (buy/hold vs. sell), loans against BTC, and why “high-yield” dollar accounts rarely beat inflation in the real world.Chapter Guide (Timestamps):(00:13 – 01:02) Cold open & why Stephen's back on the show (01:58 – 03:29) Getting spouse buy-in; teaching money to kids (04:22 – 06:20) Money 101 & the Lynn Alden primer to understand fiat (06:27 – 08:19) From Silicon Valley engineer to Bitcoin (since 2013) (08:55 – 12:33) Scarcity (21M / ~19M mined), settlement vs. instant layers (13:44 – 17:51) Unit-bias myth; why AI will use internet-native money (18:24 – 23:23) Corporate treasuries → Castle for SMBs; set-and-forget allocations (23:37 – 24:25) Taxes: buy/hold ≠ taxable; borrowing against BTC (responsibly)(25:27 – 30:22) Restaurants: accept vs. hold; accounting realities today (31:14 – 36:19) Inflation math for owners; “high yield” vs. real purchasing power (37:04 – 38:34) DCA mindset & the early “faucet” story (39:01 – 40:52) Mortgages, lenders, and regulators starting to acknowledge BTC (40:53 – 43:18) “No second best”: BTC vs. altcoins; how to reach Stephen (47:14 – 50:26) Rapid-fire and close

In this episode, Angela sits down with Ulrich Dempfle, co-founder and CEO of CAROL Bike, to uncover the science and innovation behind one of the most time-efficient ways to boost VO₂ max, metabolic health, and brain function. Ulrich explains why VO₂ max is the most important marker for longevity, how it declines without training, and how short, AI-guided REHIT sprints boost mitochondria, BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor), and cardiovascular fitness in just minutes. He also breaks down how Reduced-Exertion High-Intensity Interval Training (REHIT) works, why traditional zone 2 training doesn't work for everyone, and how gamification and real-time performance data make staying consistent easier than ever. What You'll Learn: Why VO₂ max is the strongest predictor of health and longevity How REHIT delivers major fitness gains in just minutes Why zone 2 training doesn't work for everyone How short, AI-guided sprints boost mitochondria and brain function Metabolic and cognitive benefits of REHIT How CAROL Bike personalises training to maximise VO₂ max TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro & The Importance of VO₂ Max 01:00 How VO₂ Max Declines and Why It Matters 04:22 Zone 2 Training Myths & Non-Responders 09:09 Mitochondria 101: Density vs. Efficiency 12:00 The Science Behind REHIT & CAROL Bike 19:09 Gamification, Dopamine & Workout Adherence 22:02 Lactate, BDNF & Brain Health Benefits 26:04 Insulin Sensitivity & Metabolic Effects 30:17 Efficient Weekly Training Structure 34:51 Afterburn Effect & Fat Oxidation Misconceptions 45:00 VO₂ Max Testing & Fitness Score Tracking 52:00 Peer-Reviewed Research & AI Personalisation 57:30 Real-World VO₂ Max Improvements 1:01:00 How to Get Started & Special Listener Offer VALUABLE RESOURCES ⁠Join The High Performance Health Community⁠ ⁠Click here⁠ for discounts on all the products I personally use and recommend A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible: Exclusive discount for podcast listeners on Carol Bike - the bike that gets you fittest the fastest - click here WWW.CAROLBIKE.COM and use code ANGELA Hormone Harmony - go to LVLUPHEALTH.COM/ANGELA and use the code ANGELA at checkout for an exclusive 15% off ABOUT THE GUEST Ulrich Dempfle is the CEO and co-founder of CAROL Bike, the world's first Reduced Exertion HIIT (REHIT) exercise bike. Originally trained as a mechanical engineer in Germany, Ulrich began his career in the automotive industry before moving to the UK to pioneer AI in healthcare systems. After discovering REHIT through a BBC documentary, he partnered with leading exercise scientists to bring this lab-based protocol to the public. Today, Ulrich leads CAROL's product development, combining science, data, and technology to deliver the most time-efficient cardio workout. CAROL website: https://carolbike.com/ Find CAROL Bike on all platforms @theCAROLbike ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is an award-winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker, and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in Huff Post, Runners World, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women's Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️, a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and family without burning out. DISCLAIMER The High Performance Health Podcast is for general information purposes only and does not constitute professional or coaching advice, nor does it form a client relationship. The use of information on this podcast, or materials linked from this podcast, is at the user's own risk. Always seek advice from your medical doctor or healthcare professional before implementing any changes.

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Corporatism, Rent-Seeking, and the Suffering Consumer Julia Cartwright Julia Cartwright discusses how younger consumers view capitalism negatively due to suffering from corporate practices, distinguishing between capitalism (fine) and corporatism (not fine). Corporatism is the entanglement of government and business, often through rent-seeking (investing in politics for favors, like lobbying). Examples include healthcare lobbying, increased airline flights for officials, and regulatory capture (like the CHIPS and Science Act favoring big tech). 1920 LIMOUSINE

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Thank you for your support of independent ski journalism.WhoPhill Gross, owner, and Mike Solimano, CEO of Killington and Pico, VermontRecorded onJuly 10, 2025About KillingtonClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: Phill Gross and teamLocated in: Killington, VermontYear founded: 1958Pass affiliations: Ikon Pass: 5 or 7 combined days with PicoReciprocal partners: Pico access is included on all Killington passesClosest neighboring ski areas: Pico (:12), Saskadena Six (:39), Okemo (:40), Quechee (:44), Ascutney (:55), Storrs (:59), Harrington Hill (:59), Magic (1:00), Whaleback (1:02), Sugarbush (1:04), Bromley (1:04), Middlebury Snowbowl (1:08), Arrowhead (1:10), Mad River Glen (1:11)Base elevation: 1,165 feet at Skyeship BaseSummit elevation: 4,142 feet at top of K-1 gondola (hike-to summit of Killington Peak at 4,241 feet)Vertical drop: 2,977 feet lift-served, 3,076 hike-toSkiable Acres: 1,509Average annual snowfall: 250 inchesTrail count: 155 (43% advanced/expert, 40% intermediate, 17% beginner)Lift count: 20 (2 gondolas, 2 six-packs, 4 high-speed quads, 5 fixed-grip quads, 2 triples, 1 double, 1 platter, 3 carpets - view Lift Blog's inventory of Killington's lift fleet; Killington plans to replace the Snowdon triple with a fixed-grip quad for the 2026-27 ski season)History: from New England Ski HistoryAbout PicoClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: Phill Gross and teamLocated in: Mendon, VermontYear founded: 1934Pass affiliations: Ikon Pass: 5 or 7 combined days with KillingtonReciprocal partners: Pico access is included on all Killington passes; four days Killington access included on Pico K.A. PassClosest neighboring ski areas: Killington (:12), Saskadena Six (:38), Okemo (:38), Quechee (:42), Ascutney (:53), Storrs (:57), Harrington Hill (:55), Magic (:58), Whaleback (1:00), Sugarbush (1:01), Bromley (1:00), Middlebury Snowbowl (1:01), Mad River Glen (1:07), Arrowhead (1:09)Base elevation: 2,000 feetSummit elevation: 3,967 feetVertical drop: 1,967 feetSkiable Acres: 468Average annual snowfall: 250 inchesTrail count: 58 (36% advanced/expert, 46% intermediate, 18% beginner)Lift count: 7 (2 high-speed quads, 2 triples, 1 doubles, 2 carpets - view Lift Blog's inventory of Pico's lift fleet)History: from New England Ski HistoryWhy I interviewed themThe longest-tenured non-government ski area operator in America, as far as I know, is the Seeholzer family, owner-operators of Beaver Mountain, Utah since 1939. Third-generation owner Travis Seeholzer came on the pod a few years back to trace the eight-decade arc from this dude flexing 10-foot-long kamikaze boards to the present:Just about every ski area in America was hacked out of the wilderness by Some Guy Who Looked Like That. Dave McCoy at Mammoth or Ernie Blake at Taos or Everett Kircher at Boyne Mountain, swarthy, willful fellows who flew airplanes and erected rudimentary chairlifts in impossible places and hammered together their own baselodges. Over decades they chiseled these mountains into their personal Rushmores, a life's work, a human soul knotted to nature in a built place that would endure for generations.It's possible that they all imagined their family name governing those generations. In the remarkable case of Boyne, they still do. But the Kirchers and the Seeholzers are ski-world exceptions. Successive generations are often uninterested in the chore of legacy building. Or they try and say wow this is expensive. Or bad weather leads to bad financial choices by our cigar-smoking, backhoe-driving, machete-wielding founder and his sons and daughters never get their chance. The ski area's deed shuffles into the portfolio of a Colorado Skico and McCoy fades a little each year and at some point Mammoth is just another ski area owned by Alterra Mountain Company.It's tempting to sentimentalize the past, to lament skiing's macro-transition from gritty network of founder-kingpin fifes to set of corporate brands, to conclude that “this generation” just doesn't have the tenacity of a Blake or a McCoy. But the America where a fellow could turn up with a dump truck and a chainsaw and flatten raw forest into a for-profit business with minimal protest is gone. Every part of the ski ecosystem is more regulated, complicated, and expensive than it's ever been. The appeal of running such a machine - and the skillset necessary to do so - is entirely different from that of sculpting your own personal snow Narnia from scratch. We will always have family-owned ski areas (we still have hundreds), and an occasional modern founder-disruptor like Mount Bohemia's Lonie Glieberman will materialize like a new X-man. But ski conglomerates have probably always been inevitable, and are probably largely the industry's future. They are best suited, in most cases, to manage, finance, and maintain the vast machinery of our largest ski centers (and also to create a ski landscape in which not all ski area operators are Some Guy Who Looked Like That).Killington demonstrates this arc from rambunctious founder to corporate vassal as well as any mountain in the country. Founded in 1958 by the wily and wild Pres Smith, the ski area's parent company, Sherburne Corp., bought Sunday River, Maine in 1973 and Mount Snow, Vermont in 1977. The two Vermont mountains became S-K-I in 1984, bought five more ski areas, and merged with four-resort LBO in 1996 to become the titanic American Skiing Company. Unfortunately ASC turned out to be skiing's Titanic, and one of the company's last acts before dissolution was to sell Killington and Pico to Utah-based Powdr in 2007.The Beast had been tamed, at least on paper. Corporate ownership of some sort felt as stapled to the mountain as Killington's 3,000 snowguns. And mostly, well, it didn't matter. Other than Powdr's disastrous attempts to shorten the resort's famously long seasons, Killington never lost its feisty edge. Over the decades the ski area modernized, masterplanned, and shed skier volume while increasing its viability as a business. Modern Killington wasn't the kingdom of a charismatic and ever-present founder, but it was a pretty good ski area.And then, suddenly, shockingly, Powdr sold both Killington and Pico last August. And they didn't sell the ski areas to Vail or Alterra or Boyne or to anyone who owned any ski areas at all. Instead, a group of local investors - led by Phill Gross and Michael Ferri, longtime Killington homeowners who ran a variety of non-ski-related businesses - bought the mountains. After 51 years as part of a multi-mountain ownership group, Killington (its relationship to neighboring Pico notwithstanding), was once again independent.It was all so improbable. Out-of-state operators had purchased five of Vermont's large ski areas in recent years: Colorado-based Vail Resorts bought Stowe in 2017, Okemo in 2018, and Mount Snow in 2019; Denver-based Alterra claimed Sugarbush in 2019; and Utah-based Pacific Group Resorts added Jay Peak to their small portfolio in 2022. Very few ski areas have ever entered the corporate matrix and re-emerged as independents. Grand Targhee, Wyoming; Waterville Valley, New Hampshire; and Mountain Creek, New Jersey (technically owned by multimountain operator Snow Partners) are exceptions spun off from larger companies. But mostly, once a larger entity absorbed a ski area, it stays locked in the multimountain universe forever.So what would this mean? For the largest and busiest mountain in the eastern United States to be independent? Did this, along with Powdr's intentions to sell Mount Bachelor (since rescinded), Eldora (sale in process), and Silver Star (no update), mark a reversal in the consolidation trend that had gathered 30 percent of America's ski areas under the umbrella of a multi-mountain operator? Did Killington's group of wealthy-but-not-Bezos-wealthy investors set an alternate blueprint for large-mountain ownership, especially when considered alongside the sale of Jackson Hole to a similar group the year before? Had the Ikon Pass – that harbinger of mass-market pass domination that had forced the we-better-join-them sales of Crystal Mountain, Washington and Sugarbush – inadvertently become a reliable revenue pipeline that made independence more viable? And would Killington, well-managed and constantly improving, backslide under cowboy owners who want to Q-Burke the place in their image?We're a year in now, and we have some clarity on these questions, along with two new chairlifts (Superstar this year, Snowdon next), 1,000 new snowguns, a revitalized Skyeship Gondola, and progressing plans on the East's first true ski village. Locals seem happy, management seems happy, the owners seem happy. Easy enough, Gross points out in our interview, when winter hits deep like the last one did. But can we keep the party going indefinitely? It was time for a check-in.What we talked aboutA strong first winter under independent ownership; what spring skiing off Canyon lift told us about the importance of Superstar; “it's an incredibly complex operation”; letting the smart people do their jobs; Killington's surprise spin-off from a multi-mountain operator; “our job is to keep the honeymoon going”; Superstar's six-pack upgrade; why six-packs are probably Killington's lift-upgrade future; why Pico is demolishing the Bonanza lift for a covered carpet; why Superstar won't have bubbles; where bubbles might make sense in a future lift; why ski areas can no longer run snowmaking under newly constructed chairlifts; why Superstar is a Doppelmayr machine after Killington installed a brand-new Leitner-Poma six at Snowdon in 2018; long- and short-term Superstar impacts to Killington's long season; long-term thoughts around early-season walkway access to North Ridge; Skyeship Gondola upgrades, including $5 million in new cabins; what 1,000 new snowguns means in practice; why Killington sold the Wobbly Barn; considering Killington as a business and investment; how Killington is a different financial beast from other Vermont ski areas; how close Killington was to going unlimited on Ikon Pass; Phill's journey to buying Killington; Devil's Fiddle and why sometimes things that don't make sense financially make sense anyway; “we want to own this for generations to come”; a village layout and timeline update – “we want to make sure that this is something that's additive to the ski experience” even if you don't own within it; “Great Gulf wants this [village] to be competitive for the western resorts”; “we don't want to change what Pico is”; how piping water over from Killington has reinvigorated and stabilized Pico; why Killington and Pico remained on Ikon Pass post-sale and probably will for the foreseeable future; is Ikon helping big ski areas stay independent?; Killington's steady rise in lift ticket prices; future lift upgrades and why the Snowdon Triple is next up for a replacement.What I got wrong* File “opinionation” under LOL I'm Dumb Talking Is Hard* I said that former Killington owner Powdr had “just sold” Eldora, but that's not accurate: in July, the town of Nederland, Colorado, announced their intent to purchase the ski area. The sales process is ongoing.Podcast NotesOn previous Killington podsOn Gross' purchase of Killington and PicoOn ANSI chairlift standardsWe get a bit in the weeds with a reference to “ANSI standards” for chairlifts. ANSI is the American National Standards Institute, a nonprofit organization that sets voluntary but widely adopted standards for everything from office furniture to electrical systems to safety signage in the United States. The ANSI standard for lifts, according to a blog post describing the code's 2022 update, is “developed by the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA), [and] establishes standard requirements for the design, manufacture, construction, operation, and maintenance of passenger ropeways.” On Killington's long seasonsKillington often opens in October (though it has not done so since 2018), and closes in June (three straight years before a deliberately truncated 2024-25 season to begin demolition of the Superstar chair). List of Killington open and close dates since 1987-88.On Win Smith and Killington and SugarbushOn Killington's villageThe East needs more of this:On Killington's peak lift ticket pricesPer New England Ski History:The Storm explores the world of lift-served skiing year round. Join us. Get full access to The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast at www.stormskiing.com/subscribe

On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Chelsea Finn.Chelsea is a brand strategist and graphic designer who partners with women-led, land-based businesses to craft compelling brand stories and build a strong digital presence. With experience spanning global brands and hands-on farm life, she provides clear, actionable strategies that help rural entrepreneurs grow with confidence and focus on the work they love.For full show notes, including links mentioned in the show, head over to wildrosefarmer.com/237 . . .THIS WEEK'S DISCUSSIONS:[08:38] - From Corporate to Creative: A New Beginning[14:30] - The Journey to Flower Farming Apprenticeship[23:24] - Understanding the Disconnect in Marketing and Farming[35:15] - The Importance of Email Marketing[39:06] - Storytelling in Marketing[44:59] - Connecting with Agriculture. . .This week's episode is brought to you by Patreon . . .Let's get SocialFollow The Rural Woman Podcast on Social MediaInstagram | FacebookSign up to get email updatesJoin our private Facebook group, The Rural Woman Podcast Community Connect with Katelyn on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest. . .Support the ShowPatreon | PayPal | Become a Show SponsorLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts | Take the Listener SurveyScreenshot this episode and share it on your socials!Tag @TheRuralWomanPodcast + #TheRuralWomanPodcast. . .Meet the TeamAudio Editor | MixBär.Patreon Executive ProducersSarah R. | Happiness by The Acre. . .More with KatelynOne on One Podcast Consulting | Learn More

Dr. William Li, a world-renowned physician and scientist, discusses the power of food as medicine and its profound influence on health, including its ability to repair DNA, starve cancer cells, and boost the body's five natural defense systems. Drawing on his extensive research, he reveals how everyday dietary choices can activate healing mechanisms like angiogenesis, regeneration, and immunity, providing actionable insights to optimise metabolism, fight disease, and support longevity KEY TAKEAWAYS: Food acts as medicine by activating the body's five health defense systems: angiogenesis (blood vessel health), regeneration (stem cells), the microbiome, DNA protection, and immunity. The focus should be on adding health-boosting foods you enjoy, such as broccoli sprouts, blueberries, kiwi, and tree nuts, rather than restrictive dieting, as nutritional diversity is key to supporting these defense systems. Simple, consistent dietary changes can rewire your metabolism and help the body regulate sugar, manage inflammation, and burn fat, often reducing reliance on medication. Certain plant-based foods contain bioactives like lycopene (in tomatoes) and polyphenols (in tea and berries) that are critical for supporting the gut microbiome TIMESTAMPS AND KEY TOPICS: 02:06 What people get wrong about fat loss 04:28 How food can activate the body's healing defense systems. 07:48 Dr. Li's research-based meal plan 10:16 Discussion of foods that lower inflammation VALUABLE RESOURCES ⁠Join The High Performance Health Community⁠ ⁠Click here⁠ for discounts on all the products I personally use and recommend A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible: Full episode link https://lnk.to/EP508  ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in various media including Huff Post, Runners world, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women's Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️ a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and their family without burning out. CONTACT DETAILS ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Disclaimer: The High Performance Health Podcast is for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of professional or coaching advice and no client relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for medical or other professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should seek the assistance of their medical doctor or other health care professional for before taking any steps to implement any of the items discussed in this podcast. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In this Franchise Friday edition of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, Jeff sits down with Tommy Ryan, Chief Development Officer at HomeFront Brands, to unpack the real truths behind franchising — from mindset and timing to community and leadership. Tommy has helped thousands of franchise owners build lasting success. He's seen what works, what fails, and what separates great franchisees from the rest. In this episode, you'll hear: ✅ Why timing and mindset are everything when joining a franchise ✅ What makes a great franchise candidate (and what disqualifies one) ✅ The #1 mistake new franchisees make — and how to avoid it ✅ Why community and purpose matter more than ever in business ✅ What makes a great franchisor vs. a good one ✅ Trends shaping the next 3–5 years in franchising ✅ The single question to ask yourself before you take the leap If you've ever thought about becoming unemployable by choice — this conversation is for you. A FREE COPY OF JEFF'S Book Discernment Check Out what we are doing at Homefront Brands: HomeFrontBrands.com 00:00 Welcome to Unemployable with Jeff Dudan 00:30 Meet Tommy Ryan — Chief Development Officer at HomeFront Brands 01:15 How Tommy got started in franchising with his dad 03:00 Lessons from 12 franchise brands 05:15 Why franchising is like Hotel California 06:40 The power of helping others realize their dreams 08:00 Why people are getting into franchising today 10:00 The loss of community — and why franchising fills the gap 12:30 What makes an ideal franchise candidate 14:00 Mindset: running to something vs. away from something 15:30 Following the process — a key to success 17:00 Common misconceptions about franchising 18:00 The vast world beyond restaurants and hotels 19:20 The “aha moments” franchise candidates experience 21:30 Accountability and the business owner mindset 23:00 The intangibles: grit, heart, and humility 24:45 How HomeFront vets for fit 27:00 What makes a great franchisor vs. a good one 29:00 Intentionality and long-term thinking in franchise development 31:00 What people overlook when choosing a brand 33:00 The value of network strength and great neighbors 35:00 The #1 mistake new franchisees make (and how to avoid it) 37:45 The “recipe” for success — and why you must follow it 39:15 What makes HomeFront Brands different 41:00 Tommy's favorite franchise success stories 43:30 Why franchise pros never really leave the industry 45:00 Trends for the next 3–5 years in franchising 47:30 The shift toward need-based, property-service franchises 49:45 The rise of home equity and why that benefits service brands 51:00 Final question: The one thing to ask before buying a franchise 53:00 The “Drunk Uncle Larry” effect at Thanksgiving 55:00 Jeff's football metaphor for commitment 57:00 “You only fail if you quit early.” 58:00 Closing thoughts + book link #Unemployable #JeffDudan #TommyRyan #Franchising #Entrepreneurship #HomeFrontBrands #FranchiseDevelopment #BusinessOwnership #Leadership #CareerChange #FranchiseSuccess #Mindset #BusinessGrowth #Freedom #FinancialFreedom Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this Franchise Friday edition of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, Jeff sits down with Tommy Ryan, Chief Development Officer at HomeFront Brands, to unpack the real truths behind franchising — from mindset and timing to community and leadership. Tommy has helped thousands of franchise owners build lasting success. He's seen what works, what fails, and what separates great franchisees from the rest. In this episode, you'll hear: ✅ Why timing and mindset are everything when joining a franchise ✅ What makes a great franchise candidate (and what disqualifies one) ✅ The #1 mistake new franchisees make — and how to avoid it ✅ Why community and purpose matter more than ever in business ✅ What makes a great franchisor vs. a good one ✅ Trends shaping the next 3–5 years in franchising ✅ The single question to ask yourself before you take the leap If you've ever thought about becoming unemployable by choice — this conversation is for you. A FREE COPY OF JEFF'S Book Discernment Check Out what we are doing at Homefront Brands: HomeFrontBrands.com 00:00 Welcome to Unemployable with Jeff Dudan 00:30 Meet Tommy Ryan — Chief Development Officer at HomeFront Brands 01:15 How Tommy got started in franchising with his dad 03:00 Lessons from 12 franchise brands 05:15 Why franchising is like Hotel California 06:40 The power of helping others realize their dreams 08:00 Why people are getting into franchising today 10:00 The loss of community — and why franchising fills the gap 12:30 What makes an ideal franchise candidate 14:00 Mindset: running to something vs. away from something 15:30 Following the process — a key to success 17:00 Common misconceptions about franchising 18:00 The vast world beyond restaurants and hotels 19:20 The “aha moments” franchise candidates experience 21:30 Accountability and the business owner mindset 23:00 The intangibles: grit, heart, and humility 24:45 How HomeFront vets for fit 27:00 What makes a great franchisor vs. a good one 29:00 Intentionality and long-term thinking in franchise development 31:00 What people overlook when choosing a brand 33:00 The value of network strength and great neighbors 35:00 The #1 mistake new franchisees make (and how to avoid it) 37:45 The “recipe” for success — and why you must follow it 39:15 What makes HomeFront Brands different 41:00 Tommy's favorite franchise success stories 43:30 Why franchise pros never really leave the industry 45:00 Trends for the next 3–5 years in franchising 47:30 The shift toward need-based, property-service franchises 49:45 The rise of home equity and why that benefits service brands 51:00 Final question: The one thing to ask before buying a franchise 53:00 The “Drunk Uncle Larry” effect at Thanksgiving 55:00 Jeff's football metaphor for commitment 57:00 “You only fail if you quit early.” 58:00 Closing thoughts + book link #Unemployable #JeffDudan #TommyRyan #Franchising #Entrepreneurship #HomeFrontBrands #FranchiseDevelopment #BusinessOwnership #Leadership #CareerChange #FranchiseSuccess #Mindset #BusinessGrowth #Freedom #FinancialFreedom Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a brutal betrayal, Jewish operative Gavin Wax leaked private NY Young Republicans chats packed with 251 slurs, insults, and "I love Hitler" fire that exposed their break from the Jewish controlled Trump circus and the Epstein cover up scorching our freedoms. These Generation Zyklon heroes are the last stand against Talmudic Noahide laws trampling White Christian speech and genociding the founding stock quit with fake apologies about "doctored" logs, own your goy pride, and rise before the private sector assassins and government guillotines finish the job.   Corporate media's just newspapers with a tyrannical Jew government pulling strings, shoving scamdemic bioweapons, WMD hoaxes, and 9/11 myths down our throats to groom kids and genocide White Christians while gaslighting goyim into sleep. The Stew Peters Show smashes their monopoly by amplifying frontline warriors like Timmy Jimmy Foley, decentralizing raw truth to cut through the Shabbos Goy fog and reclaim our blood and soil from the grubbing destroyers.   Western civilization has been infected by a parasitic invasion of foreign ideals and values that have been introduced into our culture by strange and morally degenerate people whose goal is world domination. We have been OCCUPIED. Watch the film NOW! https://stewpeters.com/occupied/ Stop the Tricks. $20 off for your first year. The government's tricking you, but we're treating you with real information and big savings. Sign up today and don't miss what they don't want you to know.

#Ep313Grid modernization is accelerating across America. In Q2 2025 alone, 48 states plus DC and Puerto Rico took 468 actions to modernize their grids through energy storage, microgrids, and virtual power plants. This shift is reshaping how utilities deliver reliable, resilient power.Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague speaks with Vincent Potter, Policy Project Manager at NC State Clean Energy Technology Center, about the latest 50 States of Grid Modernization report. Potter tracks policy developments across all 50 states every quarter, providing unmatched insight into how states are transforming their grids from centralized, one-way systems into decentralized, interactive networks that integrate distributed energy resources.Key Highlights:41 states took action on energy storage in Q2 2025, making battery deployment a nationwide prioritySelf-healing grid technology is now deployed in major population centers, allowing utilities to reroute power around failed transformersVirtual power plants are emerging as non-wires alternatives that reduce utility capital investmentsPerformance-based regulation is shifting utilities from guaranteed returns to outcome-driven compensationMicrogrids are moving from niche pilots to mainstream resilience tools in Hawaii, Oregon, Texas, and West VirginiaTime-of-use rates and advanced metering infrastructure are enabling smarter energy consumption patternsEquity and environmental justice are being incorporated into resilience planning in states like Maryland, New York and Illinois The grid is evolving faster than most people realize. To stay informed about clean energy policy and technology, subscribe to the Clean Power Hour and visit cleanpowerhour.com for more resources.Connect with Vincent Potter Vincent PotterNC State Clean Energy Technology Center Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

When Reverend Wendy Yacboski left the corporate world, she wasn't chasing a calling, she was just searching for a better life.What she found was transformation.In this soulful conversation, Wendy and I unpack how confidence is built through action, how spiritual growth often begins with resistance, and why true stability comes from trusting the unseen.We talk about shifting from intellect to embodiment, the courage to speak your truth, and how the subconscious mind supports lasting change.If you've ever wondered what it really looks like to “become more you,” this episode will remind you that the path to purpose is rarely linear, but always guided.

Episode 300 is here — and the synchronicity couldn't be more perfect. In this milestone episode of the Spiritual Journey Podcast, host Nimesh Radia is joined by two people he has had the privilege of mentoring: Alexandra Willis and Purnima Desai.Together, they explore the powerful journey of transitioning from corporate life to healing professions. The conversation highlights the courage it takes to leave behind familiar structures, the importance of trusting divine timing, and how the Akashic Records can illuminate the way forward. Alexandra and Purnima share their personal experiences of awakening, identity shifts, and learning to feel emotions fully as part of the healing process.This episode is both a celebration of 300 episodes and a testament to the ripple effect of mentorship, community, and speaking one's truth.

Brendan Sagalow is here on this week’s Steph Infection! Steph chats with Brendan about their first impressions of each other, Steph’s tattoo removal process, moshing at shows vs watching the band play, and much much more! Make this summer your healthiest yet with Green Chef. Head to https://www.greenchef/50STEPH and use code 50STEPH to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping. Follow @Steph_Tolev and @Steph_Infection_Podcast on Instagram. Send in your body stories to be featured on the pod! See Steph Live!! KEEPIN EM HARD 2025 Tour US Dates October 23-25 Baltimore, MD Nov 6-8 Winnipeg Nov 14-15 Calgary Nov 20-22 Charlotte NC Dec 11, 14 Chicago, IL Dec 12-13 Rosemont, IL Dec 19 Toronto Dec 20 MontréalGet tickets at https://punchup.live/stephtolevBe sure to follow @brendansagalow on Instagram!Steph’s new special, FILTH QUEEN is out NOW on NETFLIX!!Steph Tolev caught fire on the BILL BURR PRESENTS: FRIENDS WHO KILL, Netflix special. She was named a COMEDIAN YOU SHOULD AND WILL KNOW by Vulture, which recognized her as one of Canada’s funniest exports. She was featured on Comedy Central’s THE RINGERS stand up series, and season two of UNPROTECTED SETS. Steph has appeared in Comedy Central’s CORPORATE and starred in an episode of the Sarah Silverman-produced PLEASE UNDERSTAND ME. Steph has been well received at festivals all over the world and headlines clubs across the country. She also has a hit podcast on ALL THINGS COMEDY called “STEPH INFECTION” and appears in the feature OLD DADS.

This week, we're reaching back into the archive, and re-releasing an episode from back in May with Jereme Kent, the CEO of One Power Company. Given our recent episodes focusing on AI-driven enterprises, we thought it would be a good time to revisit this episode where Jereme discusses the need for a modernized grid to power those projects. Enjoy! Summary: The world has changed a lot in the last century, but it might surprise you to learn that the US power grid has remained pretty much the same. In this country, energy is by and large controlled by regional utilities with de-facto monopolies, and no real incentive to innovate. That inertia impacts the entire economy, as industrial projects are starved of the power they need to get off the ground. Jereme Kent is the founder and CEO of One Power Company. Under his leadership, One Power is trailblazing the creation of the customer-centric power grid of the future. Before founding One Power in 2009, Jereme led the construction of some of the world's premier wind projects. As a field engineer, erection superintendent and site manager, he has overseen more than a billion dollars in wind turbine construction. Jereme joins us to discuss how and why current US power infrastructure is falling short, and how the One Power model could both energize and decarbonize America's efforts to re-industrialize. Highlights:The state of the grid (3:09)Why we need fixes now (7:04)One Powers services (9:03)Vertical Integration (11:30)Digital Substations (13:54)Fundamental Industries (15:20)Sustainability (16:55)Net Zero (19:45)10 year outlook (21:02)Culture of innovation (23:36)One Power's priorities (25:30)Links:Jereme Kent LinkedInOne Power LinkedInOne Power WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR Website Feedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, joe@lowerstreet.co. 

The Clarey Podcast - The Case for Taxing Corporate Enshifitication by Aaron Clarey

In this episode of the Massive Passive Cashflow Podcast, I sit down with real estate investor and serial entrepreneur Tom Dunkel to unpack nearly 30 years of hard-won lessons in building wealth through strategic investing. From his early days in aerospace mergers and acquisitions to building a $63M distressed mortgage debt business, Tom shares how he transitioned from corporate finance to financial freedom—using real estate as the vehicle. As the Managing Director of Eagle Capital Investments, Tom has raised over $50 million across four asset classes and helped investors gain access to institutional-quality deals through his innovative fund-of-funds model. A battle-tested entrepreneur, Tom has built two 8-figure companies, failed on six others, and mentored countless entrepreneurs along the way. Outside the boardroom, he's an avid golfer, lead singer in a rock band, and a dedicated philanthropist supporting causes like Tunnels to Towers and a memorial scholarship at William & Mary. We discuss his fund-of-funds investment model, raising private capital, generating passive income through private lending, and the importance of finding your niche in a competitive real estate market. Tom also opens up about building (and rebuilding) businesses, giving back through charitable causes, and living a life designed around freedom, impact, and purpose. If you're a real estate investor, entrepreneur, or anyone looking to grow smarter and invest wiser, you won't want to miss this episode. What You Will Learn: How Tom transitioned from aerospace M&A to real estate after being fired in 2006 The strategy behind his $63M distressed debt business and what made it work What went wrong with his earlier business ventures—and what he learned from the failures Why finding your niche is critical to building a successful real estate company How to structure fund-of-funds deals that benefit both operators and investors The importance of education, agility, and building the right team How Tom is using his success to give back through music, mentorship, and charitable giving Links & Resources: Email:tom@eaglecapitalinvestments.com Phone Number: (610) 761-8940 Eagle Capital Investments Website: eaglecapitalinvestments.com Attention Investors and Agents: Are you looking to grow your business? Need to connect with aggressive, like-minded people like yourself? We have the tools, knowledge, and coaching to help you thrive and positively impact your bottom line.

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Mark Moss returns to Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell to explain the reverse crash, why assets rise while lifestyles lag, and how the debasement trade reframes Bitcoin as risk-off. We discuss: Q4 tailwinds: “Uptober,” seasonality, and November volatility  BTC + gold as hard-money havens amid ongoing debasement  Inflationary crash vs. classic crashes  ETF flows and the case for lower BTC drawdowns  Stablecoins, policy moves, and structural demand for U.S. debt  Corporate treasuries' longer duration; when outperformance shows up  Mark's 5-Year plan to retire off Bitcoin Follow Mark Moss on X https://x.com/1MarkMoss  ---- Pre-order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," available November 18, 2025. https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU  ---- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie  ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com  ---- Bitdeer Technologies Group ($BTDR) is a global leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing for AI, with operations spanning four continents. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie  ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Play Bitcoin trivia and win up to 1 million sats! Download and use promo code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats: https://www.speed.app/coinstories  Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world   Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie  Genius Group (NYSE: $GNS) is building a 10,000 BTC treasury and educating the world through the Genius Academy. Check out *free* courses from Saifedean Ammous and myself at https://www.geniusgroup.ai Earn passive Bitcoin income with industry-leading uptime, renewable energy, ideal climate, expert support, and one month of free hosting when you join Abundant Mines at https://www.abundantmines.com/natalie  Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=  Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie   Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie  ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

“We were the first to lightweight our bottles. So, if you think about a typical bottle of soda, it's about 27 grams of plastic. Our bottles, this year, I think they're coming in at 6.6 grams. So it's incredibly lightweight. I always say, you know, it's a Niagara bottle if it crinkles…We've created label-less bottles so they're easier to recycle. …And, we're now running lines that are in entirely recycled content. So we are very committed to creating bottles that that do not harm the planet, and also that allow for the most circular of products while we also think about what the bottle of the future might look like.” Ann Canela on Electric Ladies Podcast The International Bottled Water Association reported recently that 16.4 billion gallons of bottled water were sold in the United States in 2024.That's a 2.9% increase over 2023 – not to mention all the other bottled drinks we consume. Drinking water is good for you. But there's the plastic to deal with. What responsibility does the bottling company take for all that plastic and their role in society? Listen to Ann Canela, Head of Niagara Cares and Director of Corporate Giving at Niagara Water in this fascinating conversation with Electric Ladies Podcast host Joan Michelson. You'll hear about: ●        How bottled water gets to your local market, ●        How Niagara Water dramatically reduced the plastic content of its bottles and is taking steps to improve recycling. ●        Where corporate philanthropy is focused at this tumultuous moment when so many government grants were abruptly cancelled. ●        Plus, career advice, such as:   “I think the best thing you can do is define you first….what your values are at this time, and have been for probably since you were a child. And some definition to what your purpose is in the world….The second one I think is.…I would just encourage, especially midcareer women to think, ‘what if the things that were right for you, you knew they were right for you because they were easy, not hard?' Because they came to you in a way that felt aligned versus you're scrapping and fighting for them.…Hard work is a core of success, but it's not the only way to get there.…So what if we considered things that came to us and were at our feet as the right path for us to go down?” Ann Canela on Electric Ladies Podcast   Read Joan's Forbes articles here.   You'll also like: ·       Helping Communities Recycle More: Keefe Harrison, President of The Recycling Partnership ·       America Recycles Day: Emily Tipaldo, U.S. Plastics Pact ·       Solutions to Our Waste Problem: Melissa Modica, Waste Harmonics ·       Reducing the Carbon Footprint of Movies & Television Productions: Emellie O'Brien, President of Earth Angel – who is taking a lot more than plastic bottles out of movie productions. ·       Business Leaders Bridging The Gap – Women business leaders from The Earth Day Women's Summit on the unique role of business in addressing the climate crisis.   Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our podcasts, blog, events and special coaching offers.   Thanks for subscribing on Apple Podcasts or iHeartRadio and leaving us a review! Follow us on Twitter @joanmichelson

Summary In this episode of Armed American Radio, host Mark Walters discusses various pressing issues surrounding gun rights and legislation with guests including Alan Gottlieb and AWR Hawkins. The conversation covers Everytown's political hypocrisy, legal challenges to firearm regulations, the NRA's response to California's gun laws, the implications of red flag laws, and the recent decision by Publix to allow open carry in Florida. The episode emphasizes the ongoing battle for Second Amendment rights and the importance of staying informed and engaged in the fight against restrictive gun laws. This conversation delves into various aspects of firearm laws, mass shootings, and the media's portrayal of gun violence. Mark Walters discusses Florida's firearm regulations, the myths surrounding mass shootings, and the importance of legal representation for gun owners. The dialogue also touches on the political rhetoric surrounding gun rights, corporate policies affecting gun ownership, and the implications of recent legislation in California. Throughout the discussion, the speakers emphasize the need for responsible gun ownership and awareness of local laws. Takeaways Everytown's hypocrisy is evident in their political endorsements. The NRA is actively challenging California's gun laws. Red flag laws are an invitation for tyranny. Open carry policies are gaining traction in Florida. Gavin Newsom's gun control agenda is politically motivated. Legal challenges to the NFA could reshape gun regulations. The Supreme Court may take on more Second Amendment cases soon. Public awareness of gun rights is crucial in the current political climate. Misinformation about gun laws can lead to public confusion. The fight for Second Amendment rights is ongoing and requires vigilance. Florida law allows concealed carry in certain establishments. Mass shootings occur globally, not just in the U.S. Media often misrepresents gun violence statistics. Legal representation is crucial for gun owners. Political rhetoric can escalate tensions around gun rights. Corporate policies can influence public perception of gun laws. Understanding local gun laws is essential for responsible ownership. California's recent gun legislation raises concerns for gun owners. The importance of fighting for Second Amendment rights in a polarized environment. Responsible gun ownership includes knowing when not to carry. Keywords Armed American Radio, gun rights, Second Amendment, NRA, Everytown, gun control, legal challenges, red flag laws, open carry, Gavin Newsom, Florida firearm laws, mass shootings, media narratives, gun rights, legal representation, political rhetoric, corporate policies, gun laws, California gun legislation  

Summary In this episode of Armed American Radio, host Mark Walters discusses various pressing issues surrounding gun rights and legislation with guests including Alan Gottlieb and AWR Hawkins. The conversation covers Everytown's political hypocrisy, legal challenges to firearm regulations, the NRA's response to California's gun laws, the implications of red flag laws, and the recent decision by Publix to allow open carry in Florida. The episode emphasizes the ongoing battle for Second Amendment rights and the importance of staying informed and engaged in the fight against restrictive gun laws. This conversation delves into various aspects of firearm laws, mass shootings, and the media's portrayal of gun violence. Mark Walters discusses Florida's firearm regulations, the myths surrounding mass shootings, and the importance of legal representation for gun owners. The dialogue also touches on the political rhetoric surrounding gun rights, corporate policies affecting gun ownership, and the implications of recent legislation in California. Throughout the discussion, the speakers emphasize the need for responsible gun ownership and awareness of local laws. Takeaways Everytown's hypocrisy is evident in their political endorsements. The NRA is actively challenging California's gun laws. Red flag laws are an invitation for tyranny. Open carry policies are gaining traction in Florida. Gavin Newsom's gun control agenda is politically motivated. Legal challenges to the NFA could reshape gun regulations. The Supreme Court may take on more Second Amendment cases soon. Public awareness of gun rights is crucial in the current political climate. Misinformation about gun laws can lead to public confusion. The fight for Second Amendment rights is ongoing and requires vigilance. Florida law allows concealed carry in certain establishments. Mass shootings occur globally, not just in the U.S. Media often misrepresents gun violence statistics. Legal representation is crucial for gun owners. Political rhetoric can escalate tensions around gun rights. Corporate policies can influence public perception of gun laws. Understanding local gun laws is essential for responsible ownership. California's recent gun legislation raises concerns for gun owners. The importance of fighting for Second Amendment rights in a polarized environment. Responsible gun ownership includes knowing when not to carry. Keywords Armed American Radio, gun rights, Second Amendment, NRA, Everytown, gun control, legal challenges, red flag laws, open carry, Gavin Newsom, Florida firearm laws, mass shootings, media narratives, gun rights, legal representation, political rhetoric, corporate policies, gun laws, California gun legislation  

Summary In this episode of Armed American Radio, host Mark Walters discusses various pressing issues surrounding gun rights and legislation with guests including Alan Gottlieb and AWR Hawkins. The conversation covers Everytown's political hypocrisy, legal challenges to firearm regulations, the NRA's response to California's gun laws, the implications of red flag laws, and the recent decision by Publix to allow open carry in Florida. The episode emphasizes the ongoing battle for Second Amendment rights and the importance of staying informed and engaged in the fight against restrictive gun laws. This conversation delves into various aspects of firearm laws, mass shootings, and the media's portrayal of gun violence. Mark Walters discusses Florida's firearm regulations, the myths surrounding mass shootings, and the importance of legal representation for gun owners. The dialogue also touches on the political rhetoric surrounding gun rights, corporate policies affecting gun ownership, and the implications of recent legislation in California. Throughout the discussion, the speakers emphasize the need for responsible gun ownership and awareness of local laws. Takeaways Everytown's hypocrisy is evident in their political endorsements. The NRA is actively challenging California's gun laws. Red flag laws are an invitation for tyranny. Open carry policies are gaining traction in Florida. Gavin Newsom's gun control agenda is politically motivated. Legal challenges to the NFA could reshape gun regulations. The Supreme Court may take on more Second Amendment cases soon. Public awareness of gun rights is crucial in the current political climate. Misinformation about gun laws can lead to public confusion. The fight for Second Amendment rights is ongoing and requires vigilance. Florida law allows concealed carry in certain establishments. Mass shootings occur globally, not just in the U.S. Media often misrepresents gun violence statistics. Legal representation is crucial for gun owners. Political rhetoric can escalate tensions around gun rights. Corporate policies can influence public perception of gun laws. Understanding local gun laws is essential for responsible ownership. California's recent gun legislation raises concerns for gun owners. The importance of fighting for Second Amendment rights in a polarized environment. Responsible gun ownership includes knowing when not to carry. Keywords Armed American Radio, gun rights, Second Amendment, NRA, Everytown, gun control, legal challenges, red flag laws, open carry, Gavin Newsom, Florida firearm laws, mass shootings, media narratives, gun rights, legal representation, political rhetoric, corporate policies, gun laws, California gun legislation  

It's Episode 453 and it's time for us to kick off our spooky season! This week we're headed to Ireland aka the birthplace of Halloween where Em first tells us about one of their most haunted buildings, The Hell Fire Club. Then Christine covers Ireland's longest missing person case, the disappearance of Mary Boyle and the theories behind what happened. And we're calling dibs on being the first time travel bloggers when it finally exists! …and that's why we drink! Photo Links:⁠The Hell Fire Club⁠⁠Old Mickey Mouse Masks⁠⁠Mary Boyle⁠ Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our bonus Yappy Hours on Patreon or Apple Podcasts! ⁠http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast⁠ Grab your Paraween merch at ⁠atwwdmerch.com⁠ !___________________Learn more at ⁠http://chime.com/drink⁠ For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to ⁠http://hungryroot.com/drink⁠ and use code DRINK Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to ⁠https://Zocdoc.com/DRINK⁠ to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. If you think you or someone you know might be struggling with OCD, please don't wait to get help. Go to ⁠https://learn.nocd.com/ATWWD⁠ and book a free call with their team to learn more. Go to ⁠helixsleep.com/drink⁠ for 27% Off Sitewide! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices