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John J. Sullivan, a former State Department official and U.S. ambassador, says yes: “Our politicians aren't leading — Republicans or Democrats.” He gives a firsthand account of a fateful Biden-Putin encounter, talks about his new book Midnight in Moscow, and predicts what a second Trump term means for Russia, Ukraine, China — and the U.S. SOURCES:John Sullivan, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State and former U.S. Ambassador to Russia. RESOURCES:Midnight in Moscow: A Memoir from the Front Lines of Russia's War Against the West, by John Sullivan (2024)."The ‘Deathonomics' Powering Russia's War Machine," by Georgi Kantchev and Matthew Luxmoore (The Wall Street Journal, 2024).War, by Bob Woodward (2024)."On the Record: The U.S. Administration's Actions on Russia," by Alina Polyakova and Filippos Letsas (Brookings, 2019)."Why Economic Sanctions Still Do Not Work," by Robert A. Pape (International Security, 1998). EXTRAS:"The Suddenly Diplomatic Rahm Emanuel," by Freakonomics Radio (2023).
Proteger 500.000 acres de selva amazónica de la extracción de petróleoEn el episodio 8 de la serie Summit nos sentamos con Nemonte Nenquimo y Mitch Anderson, cofundadores de Amazon Frontlines.En este episodio, exploraremos sus memorias recién publicadas, 'We Will Be Jaguars', que comparten la historia de vida de Nemonte, la sabiduría ancestral de su pueblo y la lucha indígena para proteger el Amazonas. También discutiremos las recientes victorias contra las grandes petroleras y el trabajo de Amazon Frontlines, que recientemente recibió el premio Hilton Humanitarian Prize. Ver en YouTubeVisita nuestro sitio web________________________________________Para obtener más información sobre 'We Will Be Jaguars': https://wewillbejaguars.org/Para obtener más información sobre Amazon Frontlines: https://amazonfrontlines.org/
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In this episode of From the Front Lines, Dr. Erin Hopkins discusses her research on how Koru Basic Mindfulness curriculum can support property managers. The research was a project funded by an IREM Foundation grant from the J.T. AveniCenter for Research.Find knowledge for the dynamic world of real estate management at irem.org.
Hosts: Doreen and Sharon Fields Special Guest: Rebecca EichlerEpisode Summary:Welcome to another compelling episode of Nomadic Diaries! In this episode, hosts Doreen and Sharon Fields are joined by the remarkable Rebecca Eichler, an international human rights advocate and the star of the acclaimed documentary Las Abogadas: Attorneys on the Front Lines of the Migrant Crisis.Key Takeaways:Rebecca's Journey to Mexico: Rebecca shares her and her family's transformative journey from the United States to Panama in a vintage 1985 Volkswagen van and their eventual move to become expats living in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.Las Abogadas Documentary: Discover how Rebecca's experiences and humanitarian efforts at the US-Mexico border inspired the creation of this influential documentary by her filmmaker friend.Life on the Front Lines: Rebecca discusses the life of an immigration attorney, the emotional toll of working with migrants, and the critical importance of addressing secondary trauma.Making a Difference: Learn about the various ways you can support migrants and be a force for good, from donating to organizations to simply showing kindness and understanding.Rebecca's Message: Rebecca emphasizes that everyone but especially those of us living overseas have the power to make a positive impact and urges listeners to be globally hearted in their everyday lives.Actionable Insights and Resources:Support Migrant Organizations:Albergue ABBA House: A migrant shelter in Celaya, Mexico.Miles for Migrants: Donate your airline miles to help migrants reach their families.Watch the Documentary:Vimeo on Demand:Las Abogadas on VimeoTo Our Listeners:If this episode moved you, consider sharing it with others and exploring how you can contribute to making the world a kinder, more connected place.Stay global hearted!Follow Us:Podcast Website:Nomadic DiariesSocial Media:Instagram: @NomadicDiariesPodcastFacebook: Nomadic Diaries PodcastContact:First of all, thanks so much for listening. We consider each listen a treasure! Remember to subscribe, rate, and review Nomadic Diaries on your favorite podcast platforms. See you next time as we unfold more intriguing stories from the world of global mobility!Nomadic Diaries – Share the adventure, join the journey.Support the showHome is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!We aim to inspire expat solutions, by helping you navigate global living with Confidence.
A fire broke out in October of this year at Lamentation Mountain in Berlin. It took officials weeks to contain the brushfires. The Connecticut National Guard borrowed helicopters to dump more than 100,000 gallons of water on the fire. While attempting to fight the fire, tragically, Wethersfield volunteer firefighter Robert Sharkevich Sr. died. Sharkevich was riding a utility task vehicle on one of the mountain trails when it rolled over. The recent brush fires in Connecticut are forcing us to face the state of our changing climate and prepare for a future where wildfires could become more normal in our region. John Vaillant, author of the 2023 book, Fire Weather: On the Front Lines of a Burning World recently penned an op-ed in the New York Times entitled “Ladies and Gentlemen, the Northeast Is Burning.” He'll join us today to react to the recent wildfires, and talk about what we can do to prepare. GUESTS: John Vaillant: author of Fire Weather: On the Front Lines of a Burning World Dr. Saud Anwar: Connecticut State Senator Mason Trumble: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Deputy Commissioner Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
UKRAINE: Colleague John Hardie of FDD comments on the onset of General Frost on the Donbas battlefield. More on the front lines later. 1918 Western Front
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On COI #720, Kyle Anzalone discusses the latest news from Ukraine and the Middle East.
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In episode 147 of the PreparedEx Podcast, we delve into key lessons learned from countless crisis simulation exercises conducted with executive teams. These sessions, designed to test leadership strategies under intense pressure, reveal invaluable insights into how top leaders make critical decisions, communicate effectively, and guide their organizations through crises. Join us as we explore […]
On the eve of her retirement after six decades of public service, Jackie Goldberg reflects on the history she made as an organizer and an elected official, and offers insights an advice to a new generation of activists. Goldberg is ending a career that stints on the Los Angeles school board, the Los Angeles City Council and the California State Assembly. She has been a trailblazing LGBT official and a key progressive leader. In a wide ranging interview with Mike, Jackie shares a history rich with lessons about persistence, collaboration, and staying true to your values. Mike and Jackie sat down to talk on November 18, her 80th birthday. The next day, she led the LAUSD board to pass emergency resolutions protecting immigrants and members of the LGBTQ+ community from the incoming Trump administration.
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On this week's episode, we hear from Aunty Miliwanga Wurrben - Rembarrnga Traditional owner, healer and artist. Aunty Miliwanga recently spoke at a panel event called Voices from the Frontlines of the Climate Crisis, a community gathering held at the Koorie Heritage Trust on Sunday 24th November as part of the Middle Arm Roadshow. The Roadshow saw a group of Traditional Owners, community organisers and experts travel to different cities to make an urgent call to action from the NT. Stop Middle Arm and redirect the $1.9 billion subsidy. The proposed Middle Arm gas and petrochemical hub will increase emissions in the NT by 75%, expose communities to serious illness and disease, destroy sacred First Nations lands and make the Territory unlivable. Aunty Miliwanga Wurrben speaks about what Country means to her and the kinship between First Nations peoples and the land, waters, and creatures.Song: Banatjarl - Ripple Effect Band
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Send us a textJoin me, Patricia Holbrook, for an incredibly impactful episode of God-sized Stories, featuring the inspiring Stacey Womack, founder of Abuse Recovery Ministry Services (ARMS) and author of "On the Front Lines of Abuse." In this episode, Stacey and I delve into the critical resources available on https://abuserecovery.org, designed for individuals experiencing or using abuse, as well as for pastors seeking guidance. Discover how ARMS has transformed countless lives, especially through its largest program, "Her Journey," a 15-week trauma-informed recovery journey for women.
"From the Frontlines" is an ADL podcast which brings listeners to the frontline in the battle against antisemitism and hate. Thirty years ago, ADL's Washington office created a very special event which eventually became known as “In Concert Against Hate.” It has grown and morphed over the years, but the basic idea remains the same: People coming together to enjoy beautiful music, to lift up heroes in the fight against antisemitism and all forms hate and to be in community as part of the shared struggle to battle this age old scourge. This year's Concert was held on November 18th at the Kennedy Center. Meredith Weisel joined this podcast to provide an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the details of this year's concert and what goes into making it happen. She is the Regional Director of ADL's Washington DC office and is the ringleader for this special event. For more information on the Concert, visit: https://www.adl.org/adl-concert-against-hate-shines-light-heroes. This conversation was recorded in November 2024.
Moscow is warning the West they are ready to retaliate as Ukraine launches more attacks inside Russia. We have new details about Trump's plan to stop Putin's deadly invasion. Plus, Elon Musk is putting government employees on notice by posting their names and information about their jobs online as concerns mount about their safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A few years ago the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) went forward to create new kinds of services in unchartered waters. What developed was a courageous and innovative program called, Street Psychiatry-HOME (Homeless Outreach Mobile Engagement) Team. It was courageous because certain techniques to help seriously mentally ill people living on the streets had never been tried before. Innovative because a Psychiatrist was bringing care outside to the streets, and The Team was made up of various disciplines - Nurses, Social Workers, Peers - all working as one to save lives. This episode is the final one of a four part series on the story of this program's successes, with Elizabeth Cope, the Administrator and Co-Manager of 220 staff who are spread throughout the Los Angeles, California area. Here is another program leader with the same kind of dedication and enthusiasm that is bringing positive results and awards of recognition for their excellence in serving the unhoused. The program model takes will, takes funding and takes vision to implement in stemming the tide in Los Angeles and other locales, of people pouring onto the streets to live under freeway passes, tents and other ways, unable to be housed, living in dire circumstances. The LACDMH is investing in this model with the department's motto as an operating attitude - Hope, Wellness and Recovery. The LACDMH 24/7 access number for help is 1-800-854-7771 The National Suicide Crisis Line is #988
Dr. Phil goes inside NYPD headquarters where officers are working around the clock to keep the city safe. Ride along with NYPD as they patrol the city's most dangerous streets, showing us first-hand the challenges they're up against. NYPD has invited Dr. Phil into their world in an effort to change how Americans perceive the police and show first-hand how they protect and serve. Tune in to hear from Officers who worked alongside Detective Johnathan Diller just days after his death while on duty. Thank you to our sponsors: Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/PHIL | Code: PHIL for up to 40% off. Beam: https://shopbeam.com/DRPHIL Code: DRPHIL Tax Network: https://tnusa.com/drphil or call 1-800-958-1000 for a free consultation.
In November, the Inside the ICE House Podcasts aired four new episodes covering a diverse range of industries, from mortgage technology to banking and finance, and the beer industry. Episode 445: ICE Mortgage Technology President Tim Bowler Helps the Dream of Homeownership Become a Reality Episode 446: Santander's Ana Botín & Golfer Jon Rahm Champion Spain's Success on American Soil Episode 447: AB InBev CFO Fernando Tennenbaum Brews the Future of Beer Episode 448: Front Lines to Goal Lines, Phil McConkey Succeeds in Service, Sports, and Securities
Protecting 500,000 Acres of Amazon Rainforest from Oil ExtractionOn Episode 8 of the Concordia Summit Series we sit down with Nemonte Nenquimo and Mitch Anderson, Co-founders of Amazon Frontlines. In this episode, we'll explore their newly released memoir, 'We Will Be Jaguars', which shares Nemonte's life story, her people's ancestral wisdom, and the Indigenous fight to protect the Amazon. We'll also discuss recent victories against Big Oil and the work of Amazon Frontlines, which was recently awarded the Hilton Humanitarian Prize. Watch on YouTubeVisit our Website________________________________________To learn more about 'We Will Be Jaguars': https://wewillbejaguars.org/ To learn more about Amazon Frontlines: https://amazonfrontlines.org/
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Stellar is revolutionizing mobile connectivity by solving one of technology's most persistent challenges: reliable internet access in moving vehicles. With $9.3M in funding, Stellar has developed innovative software that seamlessly aggregates multiple networks (cellular, WiFi, and satellite) to ensure consistent connectivity, laying the foundation for the autonomous vehicle revolution. In this episode of Category Visionaries, Damien Garot shares how Stellar is bridging the digital divide between urban and rural areas while enabling the next generation of connected mobility. Topics Discussed: The technical approach to solving mobile connectivity issues through network aggregation Stellar's dual go-to-market strategy targeting both immediate fleet solutions and long-term automotive integration The evolution of autonomous vehicles and their dependency on reliable connectivity Cultural differences in autonomous vehicle adoption across regions The importance of social acceptance and safety perception in autonomous technology How Stellar's technology mapping reveals connectivity gaps in major tech hubs The impact of winning the European Startup Prize for Mobility on fundraising GTM Lessons for B2B Founders: Bridge the gap between long-term vision and immediate revenue: Stellar developed a plug-and-play solution (Global) to generate immediate revenue while pursuing longer-term automotive partnerships. This approach provides market validation, customer feedback, and credibility with major manufacturers. Adapt your strategy to market realities: The original plan rarely survives contact with the market. Stellar evolved from focusing solely on automotive integration to include a dual-track approach serving both immediate and future market needs. Build credibility through industry recognition: Winning the European Startup Prize for Mobility played a crucial role in Stellar's fundraising success, demonstrating how industry awards and endorsements can influence investor decisions, particularly in European markets. Understand regional investment dynamics: European fundraising often requires long-term relationship building with investors. Stellar spent up to 18 months nurturing investor relationships before securing investments, highlighting the importance of patience in European markets. Target both immediate pain points and future opportunities: While autonomous vehicles represent a massive future opportunity, Stellar addresses current connectivity challenges for existing vehicle fleets, creating immediate value while building toward their larger vision. // Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe. www.GlobalTalent.co
Flow is revolutionizing commercial insurance wholesaling through AI-powered operations, focusing on bringing enterprise-grade service to small and mid-market accounts. With $20.6M in funding, Flow has developed a system of AI agents that help brokers streamline every step of the insurance placement process, from submission structuring to policy analysis and comparisons. Topics Discussed: Flow's evolution from a platform-based solution to an AI-enhanced email-first approach The critical role of wholesale brokers in commercial insurance Challenges and opportunities in serving small and mid-market accounts How AI technology enables superior service delivery in insurance The importance of human expertise alongside technological innovation Marketing strategies in B2B insurance technology GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Listen to how customers want to work: Flow initially built a platform requiring users to log in, but discovered clients preferred email. Rather than forcing behavior change, they adapted their solution to work within existing workflows while adding AI-powered efficiency behind the scenes. Focus on underserved segments: By targeting small and mid-market accounts that traditional wholesalers found unprofitable, Flow created a compelling value proposition. Their AI-driven approach made these segments economically viable while delivering superior service. Product-market fit requires deep industry understanding: Despite having a working product and paying customers, Flow didn't achieve true product-market fit until they understood the fundamental role of expertise and guidance in wholesale insurance. Cold outreach can work with the right approach: After initial failed attempts at cold emails, Flow found success by having messages come from existing brokers rather than generic company accounts, demonstrating the continued importance of relationships in B2B sales. Build for the frontline decision-maker: Flow recognized that their success depends on winning the mental battle when brokers decide how to place business. By focusing on the frontline teams' needs, they've created a compelling service that drives organic growth. // Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe. www.GlobalTalent.co
In today's episode I'm incredibly honoured to be speaking with Nemonte Nenquimo and Mitch Anderson. Nemonte is a Waorani leader, mother, and forest defender. She grew up in a little village in the heart of the Amazon rainforest and has now become one of the leading voices of her community. Together with her partner Mitch they created the nonprofit organisation Amazon Frontlines, bringing together Indigenous peoples to defend their rights to land, life and cultural survival in the Amazon. They have now also written a book to share her story with the world, called We Will Be Jaguars.I couldn't have hoped for a more important conversation to kick off this new season with. Indigenous people represent just 5% of the world's population, and yet they look after over 80% of our planet's biodiversity. In other words - they are the experts. So in this episode, Nemonte shares what it was like for her to grow up in the heart of the Amazon, the teachings she received from her ancestors, and what she hopes the world will understand about the forest. We also spoke about how together with Mitch and their team, they made history by bringing together an alliance of Indigenous nations to defend their territories, and ultimately winning a legal battle against the oil industry, resulting in the protection of half a million acres of rainforest in her region.As you'll notice part of this episode is in Spanish - I didn't want to cover Nemonte's words with a translation. So instead, Mitch helps translate her answers after she's spoken. If you understand Spanish, wonderful - and if not, no worries. I think you'll still very much enjoy this episode and I invite you to close your eyes if you can, if it's safe for you to do so, and try feel the power of her words.Want to dive deeper?BUY THE BOOK!!! :) https://amazonfrontlines.org/book/Support Amazon Frontlines — https://amazonfrontlines.org/donate/Follow Amazon Frontlines on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/amazonfrontlines/Follow Nemonte on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/Nemonte.Nenquimo/Follow Mitch on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/mitchandersonaf/Come say hi!Why We Care on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/whywecarepodcast/Tiphaine on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/tiphainemarie_/If you enjoyed the episode and want to help the podcast, I would be super grateful if you could leave a little review or share it with a friend who might like it. Thank you so much for caring and sending you lots of love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In a touching an emotionally charged convo, Stewart recounts the experience of being in Israel on October 7th, and the many ways that Reach Initiative International [reachii.org] has been serving the victims and families of that horrific day. For over 3 decades Stewart and Chantal have been comforting, serving and sharing their faith with our Jewish people. Their journey also impacts holocaust survivors in Belarus, Ukraine, Russia, Israel and the young Israeli seekers on the New Age trail in India! You can contact them for their year end newsletter, obtain their latest book, and support their work at:http://reachii.org/Support the show
What do the stories we tell say about who we are? In this episode of Know What You See, host Brian Lowery sits down with Dr. Ray Christian—storyteller, educator, ten-time Moth Story Slam champion, and host of the award-winning podcast What's Ray Saying? —to explore how the narratives we share, and the ones we leave out, shape our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.Join Brian and Ray for a thought-provoking conversation about how our stories might be the key to answering life's biggest question: what's the point?
Launched in 2021 by the FDA's Oncology Center of Excellence, Project Optimus seeks to reshape traditional oncology trial designs and dosing paradigms, shifting from maximum tolerated doses to precision dosing strategies. While the FDA's hope was that the added time and cost of collecting comprehensive dose and exposure response data would benefit both patients and sponsors, there is also concern and debate in the biotech community that, if the Optimus formula is closely followed, the additional time, cost, and patient needs may, in fact, be crippling to cash-strapped emerging companies. So what is the reality around Project Optimus? And how best can it be implemented and navigated?Kicking off a new special series on Project Optimus, in this episode Nick Kenny, Chief Scientific Officer at Syneos Health, is joined by Dr. Wael Harb, Vice President on the Syneos Health Medical Oncology Team, to explore this transformative initiative, diving into the implications for biotech companies and discussing the balance between upfront investment and long-term benefits, the operational challenges of implementation, and the critical role of early planning.Stay tuned for upcoming episodes in this series, which will dive deeper into the regulatory, statistical, clinical, and operational implications of this evolving regulatory framework.For more insights from our oncology experts:Syneos Health Podcast | A Site-Specific Approach to Optimizing Diversity in Oncology TrialsWEBINAR | Transforming Oncology Drug Development: Insights from Healthcare Providers on the Frontlines of Cancer CareSyneos Health Podcast | Circulating Tumor DNA: Transforming Oncology Clinical TrialsNavigating Tumor-Agnostic Drug Development: Value, Challenges and Strategic Insights for SponsorsThe views expressed in this podcast belong solely to the speakers and do not represent those of their organization. If you want access to more future-focused, actionable insights to help biopharmaceutical companies better execute and succeed in a constantly evolving environment, visit the Syneos Health Insights Hub. The perspectives you'll find there are driven by dynamic research and crafted by subject matter experts focused on real answers to help guide decision-making and investment. You can find it all at insightshub.health. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to rate and review us! We want to hear from you! If there's a topic you'd like us to cover on a future episode, contact us at podcast@syneoshealth.com.
Paul Shapiro is the author of the bestselling book, Clean Meat: How Growing Meat Without Animals Will Revolutionize Dinner and the World. He is also CEO of The Better Meat Co., a company that uses fermentation to turn microbes into alternative meat. Paul is a five-time TEDx speaker, the host of the Business for Good Podcast, and a long-time leader in food sustainability. As an authority on food and agriculture sustainability, Paul has been interviewed by numeorous news outlets—ranging from CNN to StarTalk Radio with Neil deGrasse Tyson. He has also published hundreds of articles in publications like the Washington Post, Scientific American, FORTUNE, and academic journals. In 2023, Paul was named as a Most Admired CEO by the Sacramento Business Journal. In this episode of Food Safety Matters, we speak with Paul [23:58] about: The case for novel alternative proteins—including plant-based meats, cell-cultured meats, and mycoproteins—as sustainable solutions to meeting increasing global protein demand while reducing the environmental impact of traditional animal agriculture The Better Meat Co.'s focus on mycoproteins and the advantages they offer in terms of scalability and texture How the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) oversees cell-based meat products, and the current regulatory status of cell-cultured proteins in the U.S. The microbial food safety advantages of cell-cultured meat over traditional meat products State-level legislative attempts to restrict the sale of cell-based meat, driven by efforts to protect the traditional meat industry; and whether the alternative protein and traditional protein industries can coexist The likelihood of American consumers becoming more interested in cell-based meats and how their apprehensions might be addressed Nutritional benefits of plant-based meat alternatives not offered by traditional meat products. News and Resources McDonald's and Taylor Farms E. coli Outbreak [4:05] McDonald's E. coli Outbreak Grows to 104 Illnesses in 14 States; Testing Has Not Yet Found Outbreak Strain FDA Unable to Implicate Grower in E. coli Outbreak Linked to Taylor Farms Onions Served at McDonald's EPA Approves First Antimicrobial Treatment of Foodborne Pathogens in Preharvest Agricultural Water [11:11] Study Shows Impact of WGS on Foodborne Illness Outbreak Detection in Canada [13:28] FDA Publishes Supplement to 2022 Food Code [20:29] USDA's Regulatory Framework for Salmonella in Raw Poultry [21:29] USDA-FSIS to Hold Two Public Meetings on Salmonella Framework for Raw Poultry in December Esteban and Eskin: On the Frontlines of the Food Safety Fight Against Salmonella in Poultry We Want to Hear from You! Please send us your questions and suggestions to podcast@food-safety.com
Pier is revolutionizing credit infrastructure by enabling companies to launch compliant credit products through their API-first solution. Having raised $2.5M from notable investors including Y Combinator, Airbnb, OpenAI, Experian, and Morgan Stanley, Pier is transforming how businesses offer innovative credit solutions to their users. In this episode of Category Visionaries, Jessica Zhang shares her journey from identifying a critical market need at her previous company to launching Pier in 2023 and securing their first major customer within just four weeks. Topics Discussed: Building an API-first solution for compliant credit products The evolution from identifying market pain points to product development First principles approach to reimagining credit infrastructure Strategy for landing enterprise customers with 80k+ ARR deals The role of compliance in credit infrastructure Vision for democratizing access to credit through trusted brands GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Leverage previous company experience: Zhang and her co-founder's insights from their time at Stilt gave them unique competitive advantages in understanding customer pain points. Sometimes the best startup ideas come from seeing unfinished business or unsolved problems at previous companies rather than a single "aha" moment. Focus on high-quality early customers: Pier specifically targets customers who are leaders in their respective categories, focusing on companies with 4.5+ star ratings and strong growth trajectories. This creates a "golden standard" playbook that can be replicated across similar verticals, making future sales much easier. Embrace organic growth channels: Despite having no dedicated sales or marketing team, Pier achieved significant growth through word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied customers and investors. They prioritized genuine in-person conversations at industry conferences over cold outreach. Move fast despite obstacles: The founders didn't let perfect timing dictate their launch. Despite missing YC batch deadlines and personal commitments, they moved forward because they had validated customer demand. Their ability to secure their first customer within four weeks validated this approach. Build for specific pain points: Instead of creating a general solution, Pier focused heavily on the compliance aspect of lending infrastructure after identifying it as the most painful and challenging part for potential customers through extensive market research and conversations. // Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe. www.GlobalTalent.co
Canopy, an API-first loan management and servicing platform, has raised over $30 Million to revolutionize how companies manage and service loans. In this episode of Category Visionaries, Matt Bivons shares his journey from designer to founder, and how Canopy is transforming loan servicing from a cost center into a profit center. With over five years of experience serving B2B lenders, Canopy's platform enables companies to create flexible, personalized lending products while maintaining robust infrastructure for loan management. Topics Discussed: Evolution of Canopy from a student credit card concept to an enterprise loan servicing platform The challenges of building infrastructure for financial services Product-led growth in B2B enterprise software The journey from designer to marketer to founder Market segmentation and category creation in fintech The transition from consumer to B2B lending focus Development of "intelligent servicing" through AI and ML GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Embrace market signals for pivots: Matt initially planned to build a student credit card but pivoted to loan servicing infrastructure after recognizing stronger market demand. He shares, "I realized at that moment that was the market pool, that was the signal that was saying I need to pivot." B2B founders should remain attuned to market feedback and be willing to adapt their vision accordingly. Find your wedge by going deeper: When Canopy eliminated 50% of their sales pipeline by cutting consumer lending, it enabled deeper penetration into B2B markets. Matt explains, "We were just spread way too thin, and we needed to go a lot deeper in the market that we're being pulled into." B2B founders should consider strategic trade-offs between market breadth and depth. Validate distribution assumptions: Matt learned that self-serve "lending as a service" attracted the wrong customers and complicated pricing. He notes, "It attracted the wrong type of customer... charging per API call is very confusing to most people when you're dealing with lending." B2B founders should thoroughly test go-to-market assumptions before scaling. Build trust through education: Canopy discovered that most sales cycles take about a year and require building deep trust. Matt emphasizes, "The combination of content marketing and direct sales, which is all about building trust, is where we are right now." B2B founders should invest in educational content and relationship building for complex sales. Segment your market precisely: Canopy analyzes their market by both vertical (logistics, healthcare, etc.) and horizontal loan types (revolving credit, merchant cash advance, etc.). Matt explains, "If the verticals are the business model, the loan type is the horizontal that goes across them." B2B founders should develop detailed market segmentation to guide product and GTM strategy. // Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe. www.GlobalTalent.co
Adrian Jacobs and Cindy Stover join us in this episode to explore Hearts Exchanged, an eight-month learning journey fostering reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. Discover how participants deepen understanding through storytelling, on-the-land learning, and group reflection, turning education into action and building lasting relationships rooted in justice and respect. Show Notes: Hearts Exchanged: https://www.crcna.org/hearts-exchanged Transcript https://dojustice.crcna.org/article/reconciliation-journey-stories-frontlines
Addy Strickland and Emma Kuzmyk tell Jeff Douglas about the new book, "This Wasn't on the Syllabus: Stories from the Frontlines of Campus Activism Against Sexualized Violence."
The connection between military service and football runs deep, woven into the ethos of both fields, where discipline, teamwork, and resilience are paramount. Hall of Fame quarterbacks Roger Staubach and Sid Luckman, and the late Pat Tillman are just a few of the athletes that have distinguished themselves both on the gridiron and in military service. Alongside them is Phil McConkey, Navy Veteran, Super Bowl 21 Champion with the New York Giants, and President of Academy Securities. Phil goes Inside the ICE House to expound on the nation's first post-9/11 veteran-owned and operated investment bank and broker dealer. He details his motivations for pursuing the NFL after five-years of military service, how Academy Securities is is supporting veterans, and how he and CEO Chance Mims are buidling the firm for the future. https://www.ice.com/insights/conversations/inside-the-ice-house
After 25 years in payments, including leading roles at Braintree and PayPal, Klas Bäck noticed a persistent problem: companies were leaving money on the table due to suboptimal payment infrastructure. Despite being data-driven in other areas, even billion-dollar companies made payment decisions without complete, accurate, or timely data. This revelation led him to co-found Pagos, raising $44M to build a payment operations platform that helps enterprise companies optimize their payment performance through better data and analytics. Topics Discussed: Evolution of payments from a corporate banking afterthought to a product/engineering priority The opaque nature of payment operations and the industry-wide lack of data-driven decision making Why payment infrastructure optimization remains challenging despite technological advances The emergence of payment operations as a distinct category within enterprise companies Building a global enterprise SaaS company from day one The impact of market noise on B2B marketing strategies Community building through intimate dinner events and industry conferences GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Break into enterprise through brute force outreach: Bäck leveraged his LinkedIn network to systematically reach out to potential customers, focusing on companies with $50M+ in annual online sales. The key was having enough industry credibility to secure initial conversations. Adapt your MVP strategy for enterprise: When building features for early adopters, start with manual processes (like weekly data files) before investing in full automation. This allows you to validate value while managing development costs. Build community through peer connections: Rather than focusing on selling, create opportunities for prospects to meet peers facing similar challenges. Bäck found success hosting intimate dinners (10-12 people) where the value came from peer networking rather than vendor pitching. Embrace imperfect execution: In startup environments, waiting for perfection can be fatal. Launch quickly, stay close to early customers, communicate transparently about issues, and iterate based on feedback. Hire for curiosity and action-orientation: Look for team members who proactively take initiative in group settings and demonstrate genuine curiosity through question-asking. These traits are especially crucial in early-stage startups. Focus marketing on high-intent channels: Traditional demand generation tactics like Google Ads may not work well for new categories. Instead, focus on building presence in existing industry communities and conferences where your target buyers already gather. // Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe. www.GlobalTalent.co
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How can Christian men step off the sidelines and actively serve God's kingdom? Join us as we unpack the powerful message of Isaiah 6:8 and discuss the importance of obedience to God's nudges. Hear the inspiring recap of Ben Peterson, who is making waves in military communities through discipleship and suicide prevention. Ben reminds us to focus on the majority of good actions rather than striving for perfection. We'll also share practical advice on health, wealth, and personal growth, along with tips like organizing men's bonfires for deep, meaningful connections.For full show note details, go to the episode webpage:https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/454-ff-from-the-sidelines-to-the-frontlines/Send us a textGet started for free with our 30 Day to Unleash the Lion Within series In just 30 days, you'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. This free resource offers a series of messages, with proven methods to simplify and apply God's Word to your life, empowering you to be an effective leader. Visit thelionwith.us/unleash to get started for free today. Support the showJoin the Community TodayThe exclusive community for men who are seeking Truth and Accountability which creates courage to lead, fulfillment and direction. Start your 30-Day Risk-Free trial today!Join the Daily Spiritual Kick OffJoin Chris and other members every weekday morning in our app FREE! Dive into God's Word and leave with practical ways to simplify and apply it to your daily walk. Join the Daily Spiritual Kick Off today!
Patrick Lucas and Thomas Schoen come back to the podcast to update us on what they’ve been working on. If you’ve been listening to the show since the beginning you’ll already be familiar with the Indigenous Youth Mountain Bike Program. If you’re not familiar with the program, you’re in for a real treat, enjoy! … Continue reading "Ep 95 – Patrick Lucas and Thomas Schoen of the Indigenous Youth Mountain Bike Program"
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Bianca De La Garza is a 10-time Emmy® nominated, award-winning journalist who joined Newsmax in 2021. She's the host of Newsline 12-2 est. and Newswire 4-5P on Newswire on Newsmax and Newsmax 2. She is the author of the new book, Incoming: On the Front Lines of the Left's War on Truth.
Dr Shayan Rab goes where Psychiatrists have rarely gone, into the streets where the unhoused of Los Angele, California, strive to survive. He uses the word - majestic - to describe his daily work experience, a word that means beauty and dignity. It is how he sees the opportunity to save a life and to change systems to respond to this USA humanitarian crisis. Through the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH), he began what he calls a journey, walking into the streets finding ways to treat individuals who are on the brink of losing their capacity to continue living because of their mental illness. In 2018, when the program started at LACDMH, called The HOME (Homeless Outreach Mobile Engagement) Team, he was the only Psychiatrist with a multidisciplinary staff including a Nurse, Social Worker, Medical Caseworker and Peer. Since then because of the program's successes it has received enough support to expand to 17 Psychiatrists with over 200 staff, fanned out to all parts of the large geographic area of Los Angeles with Dr. Rab as a Medical Director. It is not enough that he only does his daily work, he has become a missionary speaking about and showing how the various parts of a community can work together to solve what seems an impossible problem. Listen to this episode and you will hear how he seems to be what can be called the right person at the right time, able to move among the most dire circumstances of the unhoused, building their trust with dedication and bringing the attitude of LACDMH's Motto - Hope, Wellness and Recovery. In his approach and spirit, he pioneered a model of Street Psychiatry, giving that to the community of Los Angeles, around the country and to the citizens of the world. The LACDMH 24/7 access number for help is 1-800-854-7771 The National Suicide Crisis Line is #988
We are continuing with a series of episodes on Street Psychiatry, learning about various parts of the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH)'s program called The HOME Team. Guests on this episode are key to the program's successes, treating people like in an open air hospital to save lives. They are Dr. Yelena Koldolskaya, Psychiatric Supervisor and Medical Director over a team of people working in the southern region of Los Angeles, California, and Isidro, Alvarez, Medical Caseworker. Together, we learn from them what happens when they meet someone with no housing in a critical condition who refuses to receive treatment. They monitor the person over time, and hope to create a partnership of care with them to see if they have to move the person into involuntary care, what is called a Conservatorship. This means that someone like a family member if possible, takes control over their life decisions as a way of preventing them from dying on the streets. It is an extreme decision and requires a Court decision. Dr. K. as she is commonly called, and Isidro, work together in this part of the HOME Team's programming. Both of them see people in circumstances most never experience. Listen to the story of the woman living on the bus bench and what happens when Dr. K's skills as a Medical Director and Isidro with his expertise in the Conservatorship process, come to address the woman's dire situation. It is an example of a HOME Team success. Like in many cultures, there is the saying, “when you save one life, it is as if you have saved an entire world”. The LACDMH 24/7 access number for help is 1-800-854-7771 The National Suicide Crisis Line is #988
ATLAS Space Operations is transforming how satellite operators communicate with their space assets through their innovative ground software as a service platform. With over $37 Million in funding, ATLAS has evolved from providing basic antenna infrastructure access to delivering a comprehensive cloud-based solution that enables satellite operators to efficiently retrieve data from space. In this episode of Category Visionaries, Brad Bode shares the company's journey from a bootstrapped startup to becoming a leader in both government and commercial space communications. Topics Discussed: Evolution from ground station as a service to ground software as a service Building a dual commercial and government business model The growth trajectory of the space industry Navigating complex government procurement processes Future of space communications technology The role of software in modernizing space infrastructure GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Build a Two-Year Government Sales Runway: Brad emphasizes, "You must anticipate that it will take longer than you think. If you have a six month runway, that's not going to do it." B2B founders targeting government contracts need at least a two-year runway unless they have robust commercial revenue to sustain operations. Start Small with Government Contracts: "The best way to start accessing government money and making the government aware of who you are as a company is probably through these small business initiatives," Brad notes. Success in government sales requires starting with smaller contracts ($1-2M) to build credibility and past performance credentials. Develop Agency-Specific Strategies: "Each agency has been making it easier to bid on those programs," Brad shares. Different government agencies have distinct procurement processes and requirements. Success requires understanding and adapting to each agency's unique approach. Balance Commercial and Government Revenue: Brad explains their 50-50 revenue split between government and commercial, with government projected to reach 80%. Having both streams provides stability and multiple growth paths. Prioritize In-Person Relationships: As Brad's team says, government sales is "a contact sport." Traditional B2B marketing tactics don't work - success requires building relationships through in-person meetings and industry events: "There's no amount of Google Adwords you could do to help you with the government." // Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe. www.GlobalTalent.co
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Quantum Nurse http://graceasagra.bio.link/ presents Freedom International Livestream On Nov 21, 2024, Thursday @ 12:00 PM EST Featured Guest Vanessa Beeley Topic: Unfiltered Frontlines: West Asia Genocide, Syrian Conflict and more https://beeley.substack.com/ https://www.patreon.com/vanessabeeley Bio: Vanessa Beeley is an independent journalist and photographer who has worked extensively in the Middle East - on the ground in Syria,Egypt, Iraq and Palestine, while also covering the conflict in Yemen since 2015. In 2017 Vanessa was a finalist for the prestigious Martha Gellhorn Prize for Journalism which was won by the much-acclaimed Robert Parry that year. In 2018 Vanessa was named one of the 238 most respected journalists in the UK by the British National Council for the Training of Journalists. In 2019, Vanessa was among recipients of the Serena Shim Award for uncompromised integrity in journalism. Vanessa contributes regularly to Mint Press News, Russia Today, UK Column, The Last American Vagabond, and many other independent media outlets. Please support her work at her Patreon account. https://www.patreon.com/vanessabeeley Additional Resource: www.IfAmericansKnew.org Host: Grace Asagra, RN MA Podcast: Quantum Nurse: Out of the Rabbit Hole from Stress to Bliss http://graceasagra.bio.link/ https://www.quantumnurse.life/ Bichute https://www.bitchute.com/channel/nDjE6Ciyg0ED/ TIP/DONATE LINK for Grace Asagra @ Quantum Nurse Podcast https://patron.podbean.com/QuantumNurse https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FHUXTQVAVJDPU Venmo - @Grace-Asagra 609-203-5854 Facebook: kevdjenkins1 Special Guest Host: Drago Bosnic BRICS portal (infobrics.org) https://t.me/CerFunhouse WELLNESS RESOURCES • Optimal Health and Wellness with Grace Virtual Dispensary Link (Designs for Health) 2https://www.designsforhealth.com/u/optimalhealthwellness • Quantum Nurse Eternal Health (Face Skin Care, Protein Powder and Elderberry) https://www.quantumnurseeternalhealth.com/ Co-host/s: Roy Coughlan Podcast: AWAKENING https://www.awakeningpodcast.org/ Hartmut Schumacher Podcast: GO YOUR OWN PATH https://anchor.fm/hartmut-schumacher-path
In this episode, host Nico dives into the most common mistakes new multifamily investors make and provides actionable strategies to avoid them. Topics include managing emotions versus numbers, accurately estimating expenses like taxes, insurance, and maintenance, the critical role of thorough due diligence, building the right team, and mastering the lending process. With personal stories and lessons learned, Nico shares valuable insights to help you confidently grow your multifamily portfolio. Timestamps: - 00:00 Introduction: Avoiding Costly Mistakes in Multifamily Deals - 00:50 The Importance of Emotional Detachment - 03:18 Underestimating Expenses: A Common Pitfall - 06:44 Due Diligence: Non-Negotiable Steps - 10:26 Building the Right Team - 13:35 Starting Small and Learning Fast - 14:37 Recap and Final Thoughts - 15:26 Bonus Tips on Lending - 16:43 Conclusion: Keep Sharpening Those Axes Tune in to learn how to avoid costly mistakes and set yourself up for long-term success in multifamily investing!
REPLAY (Original Air Date Feb 19, 2024) Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Mary D'Angelo. Mary helps clients understand the threats that exist on the dark web and how to use that intelligence to bolster their cybersecurity programs. With a solid foundation from the University of Washington, where she earned her Bachelor's degree, Mary has rapidly ascended as a global leader at SearchLight Cyber. Her expertise, honed over six years, delves deep into understanding the nuances of dark web threat actors and their intelligence. Mary's and her company's insights and analyses have been instrumental in shedding light on the shadowy aspects of cyber threats emanating from the dark web. Her work not only aids in neutralizing these threats but also contributes significantly to the broader understanding of cyber security dynamics. Additionally, Mary's passion is volunteering her talents into nonprofit organizations. She was a mentor for Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Recently, she has devoted her time to a nonprofit called, The Innocent Lives Foundation, which uses Dark Web Threat Intelligence to help law enforcement stop child traffickers. [Feb 19, 2024] 00:00 - Intro 00:41 - Intro Links: - Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ - Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ - Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ - Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ - Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb - CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ - innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 02:56 - Mary D'Angelo Intro 04:12 - What is a Dark Web Threat Intelligence Advisor? 04:36 - One Giant Leap 07:04 - On the Front Lines 11:53 - Deep Web, Dark Web, Clear Web...Oh My! 13:43 - Shifting to the Deep 14:58 - Crime Pays 17:39 - 2024 Forecast 19:00 - Left of Boom 20:53 - All in this Together 21:53 - An Ugly Example 25:19 - Timely 26:30 - Relevant 28:02 - Actionable 29:58 - What's Next? 30:54 - Mentors - Siblings - Larry Littleton 32:05 - Book Recommendations - The Practitioner's Guide to the Dark Web - Searchlight Cyber - The Ride of a Lifetime - Robert Iger - Never Split the Difference - Christopher Voss &Tahl Raz 33:33 - Find Mary D'Angelo Online - LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dangelomary 33:55 - Wrap Up & Outro - www.social-engineer.com - www.innocentlivesfoundation.org
The use of drones is transforming how the war in Ukraine is being fought. Squadrons of pilots, mostly young men, are deploying skills and reflexes learned from videogames to attack Russian troops and inflicting casualties, while acting like military startups in the field. WSJ's Ukraine bureau chief, James Marson, joins host James Rundle to discuss how this new crop of nontraditional soldiers are developing the future of modern warfare. Plus, we put artificial-intelligence chatbots through their paces, with a weekend in the woods. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Mark and Yael Eckstein, President of the International Fellowship for Christians and Jews (IFCJ), as they discuss the biblical and historical Israel emphasizing key aspects of ancient Jewish culture and tradition that ultimately led to the formation of the modern state of Israel. Discover the impactful work of IFCJ in providing humanitarian aid, promoting Aliyah, and building bridges between faiths. Yael shares her insights on the historical and spiritual ties of the Jewish people to Israel, the challenges faced by Jewish communities worldwide, and the hope found in unity against antisemitism. This episode dives into the resilience of the Jewish people, the significance of Aliyah, and the enduring partnership between Israel and America. Don't miss this compelling discussion on faith, history, and the power of community. The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (IFCJ) is a non-profit organization that aims to promote understanding and cooperation between Christians and Jews, and to support Israel and the Jewish people. To learn more, go to: https://www.ifcj.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices