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#923: Tim Cook's time as the head honcho at Apple has come to an official close. A look back on his career and what to expect from John Ternus. MapQuest refuses to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America” and it somehow helps it shoot up to the top app in navigation. Syracuse University is facing an enrollment crisis and it's hurting their budget books. Toby talks about the trend of AI note takers that have escaped the office and into everyday conversations. Finally, the FTC faces off against Amazon over pricing claims. Learn more at https://go.amex/morningbrew  Come to our trivia night! https://mbdtrivianight-september2026.splashthat.com/  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Cook sent Apple staff a farewell memo on his last day as CEO, the FTC sued Amazon over $20B in hidden ad surcharges, Starman Optical bought GoPro for $285M, Waymo hit three cities, and Dyson made an AI toothbrush. On his last day as CEO, Tim Cook sends a memo to Apple employees reflecting on his time and says he takes "enormous comfort in handing the helm" to John Ternus (9to5Mac) John Ternus became Apple's CEO on Tuesday, succeeding Tim Cook after 15 years; he'll have to navigate leadership churn, stem a talent exodus to OpenAI, and unveil a foldable iPhone this month (The New York Times) The US FTC and 22 state AGs sue Amazon, alleging it overcharged advertisers by $20B+ since 2019 via hidden surcharges, with costs largely passed on to consumers (CNBC) Starman Optical agrees to acquire GoPro in an all-cash deal valued at $285M, a premium of 29.5% to GPRO's last close; GoPro hit a market cap of $4B in 2014 (Reuters) Starman Optical will pay GoPro shareholders $1.14 per share and leave them with ~10% of the combined company, which stays public; the deal wipes out GoPro's $92M debt and is expected to close by year end (TechCrunch) Waymo starts offering driverless rides to customers in San Diego, Tampa, Florida, and Denver; Amazon's Zoox plans to start testing in Houston and San Diego (CNBC) PSI, which aims to use AI "to industrialize the discovery of new physics" including cracking interstellar travel, emerges from stealth with a $58M seed (The Deep View) Dyson unveils the $499 CameraJet, an AI-powered toothbrush with a 100K-pixel macro lens that scans at 28 images per second and is trained on nearly 470K images (Bloomberg) Subscribe to the ad-free feed.

Florida and Texas Drop Flock Surveillance Cameras Over Privacy Concerns, The FTC and 22 States Sue Amazon Over Alleged Hidden Ad Auction Surcharges, and OpenAI Denies Apple’s Trade Secret Theft Allegations in Court. MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS shows ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of thisContinue reading "Tim Cook Steps Down as Apple CEO After 15 Years – DTH"

Send us Fan MailFTC sues Amazon over advertising practices, alleging hidden ad surcharges that raised Sponsored Products auction prices for sellers. The Amazon advertising lawsuit covers second-price auctions, PPC bids, ad relevance, winning bids, and allegations involving more than $20 billion. The video explains Amazon's response and what the FTC lawsuit could mean for Amazon sellers, PPC costs, and sponsored ad pricing.Sellers watching PPC costs eat into margin should have their bids, targeting, and wasted spend checked before another auction change costs them more: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#AmazonPPC #AmazonAdvertising #ftc #amazonnews Want free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Your $1M Roadmap is here!: https://bit.ly/3SBO7VkDownload the 2026 Amazon AI Operating Manual: https://bit.ly/3SLmusPAmazon Receiving Delay Guide: https://hubs.ly/Q04cdD4c0Amazon Catalog Spring Cleaning: https://hubs.ly/Q046BVfp0Amazon Proft Margin Defense 2026: https://hubs.ly/Q042trRH0Amazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q04btghf0Amazon 2026 PPC guide: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXTimestamps00:00 – FTC Sues Amazon Over Advertising Prices01:38 – Amazon Responds to the FTC Advertising Lawsuit03:20 – How Amazon Advertisers Set PPC Bids04:58 – Amazon Sponsored Products Winning Bid Data06:18 – Why the Highest Amazon PPC Bid Does Not Always Win07:24 – What the FTC Amazon Lawsuit Means for Sellers-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show

P.M. Edition for Aug. 31. The second quarter was a good one for S&P 500 companies. Per-share earnings soared 53% and many companies have raised their guidance. WSJ reporter Theo Francis explains what's propelling those gains. Plus, the Federal Trade Commission sues Amazon for allegedly manipulating prices for ads on its site—and making billions from merchants. And the Supreme Court allows President Trump to keep building his White House ballroom. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Nvidia invests $3.5 billion in Taiwanese chipmaker MediaTek . And Strategy buys bitcoin for the first time since June. Imani Moise hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to another edition of Retail Roundup. This is your weekly brief helping retail leaders decode the biggest shifts in retail, AI, and commerce. In this week's episode, Jeremy Goldman sits down with David Polinchock (Brand Experience Lab) and Drew Cashmore (Vantage & Chair of MiR) to mark nine years since Amazon's Whole Foods acquisition, unpack the FTC's new scrutiny of personalised pricing, and break down what Walmart and Target's latest earnings reveal about the state of retail media. Inside this special edition, Cashmore shares the motivation behind expanding Media in Retail (MiR) to include brand and agency founding members, rounding out the community for retail media's full ecosystem. He explains how this move elevates the discipline's voices and craft while developing the next generation of retail media talent. Learn more about the community here. ALSO INCLUDED IN THIS WEEK'S EPISODE: Nine Years of Whole Foods, and Amazon's Next Flywheel Bet A look at Project Tetramino, Amazon's next-generation delivery station projected to cost over $530 million through 2029 and process packages 2.5x faster than current systems. Why the panel thinks most retailers can't compete on throughput alone, and what differentiating instead of imitating actually looks like. Is Personalised Pricing Retail's Next Trust Problem? The FTC's proposed crackdown on undisclosed personalised pricing, and why the panel thinks consumer tolerance comes down to whether a price shift feels like it's working in their favor. Retail Media Is Growing, Just Not Evenly Walmart's ad business grew 38%, and Target's Roundel grew nearly 30%. Still, Cashmore's numbers show growth outside Amazon and Walmart is slowing fast, leaving dozens of smaller retail media networks competing for a shrinking pool of dollars.

The Joe Piscopo Show | 8-26-2026 33:37- Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News Contributor Topic: CIA Director John Ratcliffe's secret trip to Russia 48:09- Hogan Gidley, Former National Press Secretary for the Trump campaign and former White House Deputy Press Secretary Topic: Primary results and the impact on Donald Trump 1:21:26- Liz Peek, Fox News contributor, columnist for Fox News and The Hill, and former partner of major bracket Wall Street firm Wertheim & Company Topic: "China is cheering as the left blocks America’s AI infrastructure" (Fox News op ed) 1:39:25- Jim McLaughlin, pollster for President Donald Trump, strategic consultant, and CEO and Partner of McLaughlin & Associates Topic: Darline Graham's victory 1:52:57- Jeff James, Retired Assistant Special Agent in Charge with the U.S. Secret Service Topic: Secret Service investigation into video threatening Barron Trump 2:00:25- Stephen Moore, "Joe Piscopo Show" Resident Scholar of Economics, Chairman of FreedomWorks Task Force on Economic Revival, former Trump economic adviser and the author of "The Trump Economic Miracle: And the Plan to Unleash Prosperity Again" Topic: "Don't let the FTC tarnish Trump's golden age of capitalism" (Fox News op ed)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Industry Relations Podcast is now available on your favorite podcast player! Overview Rob and Greg open with Greg's car breaking down in 112-degree heat outside Barstow, then dig into the FTC's settlement with Zillow and Redfin over their leasing business deal, which regulators viewed as an attempt to dodge merger review. From there, the two spend most of the episode debating a bigger question raised by Rob's recent exchange with Mike Wurzer: did the MLS create genuinely new value by aggregating listings, or was that value always meant for real estate professionals rather than consumers? The conversation ranges across aggregation theory, the history of IDX and portal dominance (Zillow, Redfin, realtor.com), whether companies like House Canary and paper brokerages even qualify as "brokerages," and the 2008 DOJ settlement's actual scope. It closes with a debate over how to legally define a broker at all. Key Takeaways The FTC pushed back on Zillow's attempt to acquire Redfin's leasing business without triggering merger review; the settlement requires Redfin to restart its own rental business, though it can still display Zillow rental listings. Rob calls the $100M settlement a "slap on the wrist" rather than a real penalty for either company. Rob's central argument: the MLS's aggregation of listings created value primarily for practitioners, comparable to Lexis Nexis and Westlaw's value to lawyers, not inherent value for consumers. Greg counters that aggregation itself creates new value regardless of who captures it, and that consumers clearly benefit from having listings in one place. The two trace the history of real estate going online — IDX, the rise of Zillow, Redfin, and realtor.com — and agree the portals won because they outspent brokerages on user experience. Rob argues the industry should unwind IDX in favor of straight data syndication to portals, separating "cooperation" (MLS's original purpose) from "data distribution" (a later add-on). Greg pushes back that most agents don't actually get leads from portals directly, but Rob argues that undercuts the case for IDX mattering to them at all. A long tangent debates whether entities like House Canary or paper brokerages qualify as "brokerages," and whether the 2008 DOJ settlement (about brokerage business-model discrimination) supports keeping IDX — Rob says no, Greg disagrees. The episode ends unresolved, with both agreeing to continue the debate and possibly bring Mike Wurzer on to discuss further. Links Debating Rob Hahn In Ohio: Are MLSs Killing Themselves? Continuing the Debate with Mike Wurzer Riposte with Rob   Connect with Rob and Greg Rob's Website  Greg's Website    Watch us on YouTube   Our Sponsors: Cotality  Notorious VIP The Giant Steps Job Board    Production and Editing Services by Sunbound Studios  

A.M. Edition for Aug. 25. Two lawmakers detail their bipartisan bill to end personalized dynamic pricing in grocery stores, where AI is increasingly deciding whether Shopper A should pay more for the same product than Shopper B. Plus, the Supreme Court helps clear the way for President Trump's restrictions on mail-in voting. WSJ supreme court reporter James Romoser explains what it could mean for the midterms. And, more companies are preparing to join Wall Street's IPO bonanza. And Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week I'm sharing a conversation I had with Margot Bisnow, who interviewed more than 70 families raising wildly self-driven kids. She went looking for a formula and found something more ordinary. We get into how to tell a real passion from checking out, and what parents do in the moments after their kid fails. She also tells the story of biting her tongue when her son left college halfway through. If you're white-knuckling your teen's path, my friend, this one's for you. Guest bio Margot Machol Bisnow is the author of Raising an Entrepreneur: How to Help Your Children Achieve Their Dreams, 99 Stories from Families Who Did, written after sitting down with more than 70 families whose kids grew into wildly self-driven adults. Before that she spent 20 years in government, including serving as an FTC commissioner and as staff director of the President's Council of Economic Advisers. Her two grown sons found their own paths: Austin is a musician who founded the band Magic Giant and the folk duo Somewhere in Between, and Elliot founded the Summit conference series for young entrepreneurs and led the purchase and revival of Powder Mountain in Utah. When she isn't talking about parenting, she's traveling or with her family. For more show notes and info go to: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-669-margot-bisnow-on-raising-entrepreneurs/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Many people with osteoporosis focus on strength training but overlook another key piece of the puzzle: mobility. Today's guest explains why staying flexible, balanced, and confident in your movement is essential for stronger, healthier aging. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Justine Bernard, a physical therapist, Master Trainer of the Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis movement methods, and creator of the Gyrotonic Exercise Applications for Osteoporosis course. Justine shares how Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis can be adapted for people with osteoporosis, combining mindful movement, breath, resistance, and functional mobility.  She reminds us that the goal is to learn how to move better, and demonstrates how these methods can support posture, balance, body awareness, and safe movement while also complementing traditional resistance training. Whether you're trying to get back to activities you love, improve your confidence with movement, or simply maintain your independence, this episode will give you practical tools to move better and feel stronger.   "Bones are actually intelligent, and they heal quickly, but tendons take forever...So, slow and steady. This is a lifelong journey. Take your time and progress slowly. You'll get there." ~ Dr. Justine Bernard   In this episode: - [02:49] - Understanding Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis movement methods - [06:04] - How osteoporosis exercise has evolved beyond fear of movement - [09:10] - Adapting Gyrotonic methods for osteoporosis - [14:41] - Using resistance and movement to improve mobility safely - [18:02] - Training balance, hip mobility, and getting on and off the floor - [26:15] - Avoiding injury: why too much too soon can backfire - [30:36] - Breathing, pelvic floor, and safe movement foundations - [37:43] - Why individualized physical therapy can change lives - [39:11] - Client transformation stories   Resources - Justine's class with Margie on August 27 at 12:00 pm EDT - https://www.happyboneshappylife.com/flexible-for-life-moving-freely-and-safely-with-osteoporosis-strength - Justine's website - https://elementscenter.com/physical-therapists-2/ - Margie's Strong Bones for Life Free Class on September 8 at 12:00 pm EDT - https://tinyurl.com/strongbonesclass - - Discounted Supplements at Margie's Fullscript Dispensary - https://tinyurl.com/supplementsforless   More about Margie - Website - https://margiebissinger.com/  - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Margie-Bissinger-MS-PT-CHC-100063542905332/  - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/margiebissinger/?hl=en    DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and Happy Bones, Happy Life Podcast. *In compliance with the FTC guidelines, please assume the following about links on this site: Some of the links going to products are affiliate links of which I receive a small commission from sales of certain items, but the price is the same for you (sometimes, I even get to share a unique discount with you). If I post an affiliate link to a product, it is something that I personally use, support, and would recommend. I personally vet each and every product. My first priority is providing valuable information and resources to help you create positive changes in your health and bring more happiness into your life. I will only ever link to products or resources (affiliate or otherwise) that fit within this purpose.

On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about recent government actions and whether those will be able to lower mortgage rates. Related to this episode: What can the government do to lower mortgage rates? HousingWire | YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HousingWire Mortgage Banking Summit – October 1 More info about HousingWire Top 5 Trending: NEXA Lending acquires UMortgage, adds Anthony Casa to exec team Fannie Mae reportedly cuts senior executives across business lines Zillow, Redfin reach last-minute FTC resolution before trial What can the government do to lower mortgage rates? loanDepot receives NYSE notice over sub-$1 share price Want more from Sarah? Don't forget to subscribe! The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. Each morning, listen to editor in chief Sarah Wheeler talk to leading industry voices and get a deeper look behind the scenes of the top mortgage and real estate.

Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken named Deshaun Watson starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders on Monday morning, but he cannot survive that press conference. Saturday, Watson went five of 12 against Buffalo, then told Cleveland the boos were personal. He joked about 17 away games and named his wife his person of peace. Browns owner Jimmy Haslam saw all of that and still doubled down on his mistake over Deion Sanders's son. Monken also understands this could be his one-and-only opportunity to be a head coach in the NFL, and starting Shedeur would waste his chance. He did not move off his belief that Deshaun is an NFL starter; it will be up to Deshaun Watson to prove him wrong with his play instead of acting like he's owed the respect of Browns fans.  #DeshaunWatson #DeshaunWatsonPressConference #ClevelandBrowns #ToddMonken #ShedeurSanders #NFL #Browns #Fearless ➢​​Today's Sponsors For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com. Please review the “AD” disclosure requirements based on FTC legal regulations here: http://ftc.gov/influencers  ➢ Show Outline 00:00 - ➢ Follow Our GUESTS https://www.youtube.com/@breidenfehoko96  https://x.com/SteveKim323 ➢ Subscribe to Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/JasonWhitlock?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockClips?sub_confirmation=1 ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media:  https://x.com/JasonWhitlock  https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For nearly 50 years, the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act has given antitrust enforcers a chance to review deals above a certain value before they can close. What happens when the government concludes a transaction was structured intentionally to slip past that review entirely? On this episode of Our Curious Amalgam, we speak with Evan Miller of Vinson & Elkins about HSR Act avoidance and the FTC's record-setting $12 million settlement with Edwards Lifesciences and Genesis MedTech over Edwards Lifesciences's acquisition of JC Medical from Genesis. We discuss how the JC Medical deal was valued and structured, how the parties' failure to file played a role in the FTC's separate challenge to Edwards's contemporaneous JenaValve acquisition, what deal teams should consider when assessing a transaction close to the HSR threshold, what the settlement signals about the FTC's current approach to premerger notification enforcement, and more. With special guest: Evan Miller, Vinson & Elkins LLP   Hosted by: Lexi Michaud, Fried Frank and Jeny Maier, Axinn

Retired Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Justice Elspeth Cypher returns to the podcast (her first appearance was episode 183) to map the legal landscape of the gender turf wars, fought on four major frontiers: prisons, schools, sports, and therapy. As president of the Women's Liberation Front (WoLF), Elspeth walks me through the Chandler case challenging California's SB 132, which eliminated all gatekeeping for men seeking transfer into women's prisons, and the protective orders finally winning women in federal facilities some measure of relief. We discuss the aftermath of Skrmetti, Mahmoud, Chiles, and the BPJ sports ruling — and why a Supreme Court victory on paper doesn't translate smoothly into changed practice on the ground.We also explore how women's speech has been silenced across millennia, from the scold's bridle to modern cancelation; what “radical feminist” means to her; the ethics of surrogacy; the falsification of birth certificates; WoLF's remarkable new executive director, Jasmine Faulk, who escaped Saudi Arabia; the FTC's fraud case against WPATH; and why parental authority has to be established early. This conversation asks: when nearly 200,000 women are incarcerated in facilities an unknown number of men can now enter, who is defending their right to safety, privacy, and dignity?Elspeth B. Cypher retired from the Supreme Judicial Court in Massachusetts in 2024. She is president of the board of directors of the Women's Liberation Front (WoLF), a nonpartisan radical (meaning "root") feminist organization dedicated to the rights of women and girls. She is also a founding member of the Gender Critical Law Society. Follow her on X @ebclaw or here on Substack Elspeth Cypher. Email: boardpresident@womensliberationfront.org.[00:00:00] Start[00:03:51] How Women's Speech Gets Silenced[00:12:23] What Radical Feminism Really Means[00:17:23] The Ethics of Surrogacy[00:24:01] Falsified Birth Certificates and Identity[00:28:27] WoLF's New Executive Director[00:32:03] Chandler Case: Men in Women's Prisons[00:39:15] Protective Orders in Federal Prisons[00:47:30] Skrmetti, Mahmoud, and Chiles Rulings[00:54:29] Supreme Court on Girls' Sports[00:57:12] Four Frontiers of the Gender Battle[01:00:30] Counting Women in US Prisons[01:09:30] Gender Identity in School Curricula[01:14:06] Parental Authority Starts Early[01:19:08] FTC Fraud Case Against WPATH[01:24:10] Final Words of WisdomROGD REPAIR Course + Community gives concerned parents instant access to over 120 lessons providing the psychological insights and communication tools you need to get through to your kid. Now featuring 24/7 personalized AI support implementing the tools with RepairBot! Use code SUBSTACK to take 50% off your first month.PODCOURSES: use code SOMETHERAPIST at LisaMustard.com/PodCoursesPRODUCTION: Looking for your own podcast producer? Visit PodsByNick.com and mention my podcast for 20% off your initial services.MUSIC: Thanks to Joey Pecoraro for our song, “Half Awake,” used with gratitude & permission.ALL OTHER LINKS HERE. To support this show, please leave a rating & review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe, like, comment & share via my YouTube channel. Or recommend this to a friend!Learn more about Do No Harm.Take $200 off your EightSleep Pod Pro Cover with code SOMETHERAPIST at EightSleep.com.Take 20% off all superfood beverages with code SOMETHERAPIST at Organifi.Check out my shop for book recommendations + wellness products.Show notes & transcript provided with the help of SwellAI.Special thanks to Joey Pecoraro for our theme song, “Half Awake,” used with gratitude and permission.Watch NO WAY BACK: The Reality of Gender-Affirming Care (our medical ethics documentary, formerly known as Affirmation Generation). Stream the film or purchase a DVD. Use code SOMETHERAPIST to take 20% off your order. Follow us on X @2022affirmation or Instagram at @affirmationgeneration.Have a question for me? Looking to go deeper and discuss these ideas with other listeners? Join my Locals community! Members get to ask questions I will respond to in exclusive, members-only livestreams, post questions for upcoming guests to answer, plus other perks TBD. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa  shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.   Also,  many Americans are ordering medications from online websites and pharmacies, and a major player is being sued by the FTC. Online medical services promising quick prescriptions for sensitive conditions seem convenient, but they could be costing you more than money—they might be handing over your private health data. Clark discusses the broader boom of direct-to-consumer online doctor services and why you need to protect both your wallet and your privacy.  All this and more on the August 21, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Online Med Sites: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: What Is a 403(b) and How Does It Work? - Clark Howard How Do I Use All the Funds on My Visa Gift Card? - Clark Howard Best Secured Credit Cards for 2026: Top Picks for Building or Repairing Credit BBB - Hims & Hers Inc. WSJ: FTC Sues Hims & Hers, Alleging Unlawful Sharing of Data, Deceptive Billing Best Cash Management Account: Comparing Vanguard, Fidelity, and Schwab Clark.com resources: Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com  /  Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Submit your opinions or questions: Ask Clark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this edition of The Adult in the Room, Victoria Taft brings you an action-packed lineup of literary debuts, high-stakes corporate antitrust litigation, and breaking legal motions: Hot Book Summer — K.B. Brodsky (Beyond Honor): Husband-and-wife writing team Karen and Bill Brodsky join the program to discuss their debut espionage thriller, Beyond Honor. Praised by thriller giants Jack Carr, Ben Coes, and M.P. Woodward, the novel follows a CIA Special Activities operative and an analyst navigating international conspiracies, deep-cover Russian assets, and moral dilemmas. Antitrust & The Paramount-Warner Merger — Robert Bork Jr.: President of the Antitrust Education Project, Robert Bork Jr. (son of the legendary Judge Robert Bork), analyzes the 12-state lawsuit led by California AG Rob Bonta attempting to block the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger. Bork breaks down the Consumer Welfare Standard, FTC overreach, and the $1.88 billion court bond standstill. Derek Chauvin's Due Process Motion: Victoria reviews new court filings from Derek Chauvin's defense team alleging Governor Tim Walz and AG Keith Ellison unlawfully bypassed a grand jury indictment to assume state prosecution authority, alongside a look at suppressed toxicology evidence. Harry & Meghan Exit / F-18 Pilot Ejection: A look at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's move back to the UK , plus viral bodycam footage of a Navy F-18 pilot ejecting after a $72M crash in Yakima, Washington. Listen now for expert author interviews, legal breakdowns, and media commentary! Remember to subscribe, share, and leave a 5-star rating!

P.M. Edition for Aug. 19. Today the total U.S. debt passed $40 trillion. WSJ economics reporter Matt Grossman discusses what that means for how the government functions. Plus, a successful trial of a mRNA vaccine for melanoma could mean potential new treatments for a deadly cancer–and news of the trial results more than doubled Moderna's stock price. And the Federal Trade Commission says retailers have to let shoppers know when they're using their personal data to raise prices. Dave Michaels, who covers corporate law enforcement for the Journal, explains how personalized pricing works, and how the FTC is looking to rein it in. Alex Ossola hosts. How Governments in the U.S. and Europe Are Stalling the AI Buildout Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: FTC warns companies on using private consumer data to set prices. And a Chinese humanoid robot-maker soared 460% in its trading debut. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In an exclusive, rare interview, CEO and co-founder of Hims & Hers Andrew Dudum sits down with Andrew Ross Sorkin. Dudum maps out his vision for an AI-enabled American healthcare system, comments on the FTC's lawsuit, and reflects on his company's impact on GLP1 access and affordability. CNBC's Alex Sherman reports on the Buss family drama playing out on the Lakers, and Meta is once again on trial over social media addiction allegations. AI avatar startup Genies has made an AI version of CNBC's Becky Quick, trained on Becky's mannerisms, history, and perspectives. CEO Akash Nigam discusses the characters he's made for athletes in the NBA and MLB, the models he uses to build these personas, and the value of avatars in entertainment and in business. Plus, Becky Quick discusses her own CNBC history with AI “Becky Quicker.”   Alex Sherman - 5:18 Andrew Dudum - 15:01 Akash Nigam - 32:21   In this episode: Akash Nigam, @akashrnigam Andrew Dudum, @AndrewDudum Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Alex Sherman, @sherman4949 Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Solar construction has always depended on experienced crews adapting to whatever the jobsite throws at them. But what happens when the industry needs to build more projects than its best crews can possibly cover?Cody Houser has spent much of his career on the other side of that problem. Before becoming Director of EPC and Constructability at FTC Solar, he spent eight years running his own construction company, driving piles, building trackers, managing crews as large as 250 people, and experimenting with automated pile driving years before today's wave of solar robotics.His argument for automation starts with something more fundamental than replacing labor: predictability.Robotics can give EPCs a more reliable baseline for daily production. But Cody also explains why the opportunity starts upstream, with trackers and construction workflows designed to make installation simpler and more repeatable, whether the work is performed by humans today or increasingly automated tomorrow. FTC says its Pioneer tracker is already producing 15% faster mechanical installation by human crews, an example Cody uses to show how constructability can translate directly into EPC economics.This conversation explores the shrinking pool of experienced field labor, safety, constructability, AI, and what Cody believes the increasingly autonomous solar jobsite could look like over the next decade.The bigger question isn't what robots can do. It's what happens when we design solar construction around greater consistency from the start.Are there other technologies you've scouted on the frontlines of the Clean Energy Revolution that you think we should be covering here on SunCast?Hit us up - team@suncast.me with your feedback & recommendations.If you want to connect with today's guest, you'll find links to their contact info in the show notes on the blog at https://suncast.media/episodes/.Our Platinum Presenting Sponsor for SunCast is CPS America!You can learn more about all the sponsors who help make this show free for you at www.suncast.media/sponsors.Remember, you can always find resources, learn more about today's guest and explore recommendations, book links, and more than 950 other founder stories and startup advice at www.suncast.media.We'd love if you'd leave us a 5 ⭐ rating & review and it's never been easier: https://www.ratethispodcast.com/suncastSubscribe to Valence, our weekly LinkedIn Newsletter, and learn the elements of compelling storytelling: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/valence-content-that-connects-7145928995363049472/You can connect with me, Nico Johnson, on:Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/nicomeoLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickalus

For so many people, the thought of memory loss or cognitive decline feels frightening. But today's guest shares an empowering message: there is so much we can do through our daily choices to support brain health and reduce risk. I'm joined by Dr. David Perlmutter, board-certified neurologist, leading brain health expert, and bestselling author of Brain Defenders, to discuss what we can do today to protect our brains as we age.  We explore the important shift in how we understand brain health, looking at the bigger picture of immunometabolism, metabolic health, inflammation, and the environment that influences the brain long before symptoms appear. Dr. Perlmutter explains why habits that support the entire body, including blood sugar balance and reduced inflammation, can also support cognitive health.  He also shares exciting areas of research and reminds us that even small changes can create meaningful improvements over time. Just like we can take steps to support our bones, we can also support our brains through the choices we make every day.   "Your brain's destiny is in your hands. It's based upon the choices that you are going to make every single day. A cure for dementia is not going to be given to you in the form of a medication." ~ Dr. David Perlmutter   In this episode: - [03:22] - The new science of brain health and immunometabolism - [11:19] - Metabolic health and its impact on cognitive decline - [17:26] - Blood sugar, insulin resistance, and brain health - [28:35] - How to protect your brain as you age - [31:37] - Lab tests for proactive brain health - [39:15] - Environmental toxins, plastics, and brain health - [45:26] - Emerging therapies and the future of brain protection - [52:08] - Resources from Dr. Perlmutter   Resources - Osteoporosis Exercises to Strengthen Your Bones and Prevent Fractures - https://tinyurl.com/mystrongbonesexercises - Dr. Perlmutter's new book, Brain Defenders - https://drperlmutter.com/books/brain-defenders/ - Dr. Perlmutter's website - https://drperlmutter.com/   More about Margie - Website - https://margiebissinger.com/  - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Margie-Bissinger-MS-PT-CHC-100063542905332/  - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/margiebissinger/?hl=en    DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and Happy Bones, Happy Life Podcast. *In compliance with the FTC guidelines, please assume the following about links on this site: Some of the links going to products are affiliate links of which I receive a small commission from sales of certain items, but the price is the same for you (sometimes, I even get to share a unique discount with you). If I post an affiliate link to a product, it is something that I personally use, support, and would recommend. I personally vet each and every product. My first priority is providing valuable information and resources to help you create positive changes in your health and bring more happiness into your life. I will only ever link to products or resources (affiliate or otherwise) that fit within this purpose.

This morning, a Utah advocacy group filed an official complaint with the Federal Trade Commission against the state of Utah. The complaint says that the Utah Office of Energy Development engaged in false and deceptive advertising about nuclear energy. The group HEAL Utah -- along with several other groups -- says that the state's ads that make claims about nuclear energy and things like bananas are blatantly false, and they want the FTC to step in.

【聊了什么】 同样讨论总统罢免权，FTC 不是例外，美联储却是；同样声称尊重文本和原意，保守派大法官在出生公民权、投票权和跨性别权益案中，却一次次更换自己的法理工具。 本期我们与 Nancy、品达一起盘点美国最高法院 2025-2026 开庭期：特朗普的“单一行政权”走到了哪一步？谁仍然被视为美国人？《投票权法》还剩下多少效力？跨性别学生为什么被排除在女子校队之外？当法院的判决越来越只能用政治解释，偶尔对特朗普说“不”，究竟是制度制衡，还是“小骂大帮忙”？ 【支持我们】 如果喜欢这期节目并希望支持我们将节目继续做下去： 也欢迎加入我们的会员计划： https://theamericanroulette.com/paid-membership/ 会员可以收到每周2-5封newsletter，可以加入会员社群，参加会员活动，并享受更多福利。 合作投稿邮箱：american.roulette.pod@gmail.com 【时间轴】 01:39 FTC 与美联储：特朗普能解雇谁 08:02 “单一行政权”如何成为保守派共识 28:29 出生公民权与谁算“美国人” 43:31 TPS 终止：移民身份和司法审查 53:35 投票权法、黑人选区与政治划区 1:02:02 最高法院还有稳定法理吗 1:13:01 跨性别学生参加女子体育案 1:20:53 校园体育为什么不能套用精英体育逻辑 1:33:32 Alito 退休乌龙与大法官的个人政治 1:41:21 Barrett 为什么总成为右翼攻击目标 1:44:36 法院改革与对特朗普“小骂大帮忙” 【我们是谁】 美轮美换是一档深入探讨当今美国政治的中文播客。 本期的主播和嘉宾： Lokin：美国法学院毕业生，即将成为一名纽约诉讼律师 王浩岚：美国政治爱好者，岚目公众号主笔兼消息二道贩子 Nancy：普林斯顿大学政治学博士生，耶鲁法学院法律博士 品达：美国政治观察人士，《孤岛繁星》主播 【 What We Talked About】 When considering the same question of presidential removal power, the Court decided that the FTC was not an exception, but the Federal Reserve was. And while the conservative justices continue to profess their commitment to textualism and originalism, they repeatedly switched doctrinal tools in cases involving birthright citizenship, voting rights, and transgender rights. In this episode, Nancy and Pinda join us to review the U.S. Supreme Court's 2025-2026 term. How far has Trump's vision of the “unitary executive” advanced? Who still counts as American? How much remains of the Voting Rights Act? Why can transgender students be excluded from girls' school sports? As the Court's decisions become increasingly difficult to explain through legal doctrine alone, do its occasional rulings against Trump represent genuine institutional checks, or merely “small rebukes, big assists”? 【Support Us】 If you like our show and want to support us, please consider the following: Join our membership program: https://theamericanroulette.com/paid-membership/ Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/americanroulette Business Inquiries and fan mail: american.roulette.pod@gmail.com 【Timeline】 01:39 The FTC and the Federal Reserve: Whom can Trump fire? 08:02 How the “unitary executive” became a conservative consensus 28:29 Birthright citizenship and who counts as “American” 43:31 Ending TPS: Immigration status and judicial review 53:35 The Voting Rights Act, majority-Black districts, and partisan redistricting 1:02:02 Does the Supreme Court still have a coherent legal doctrine? 1:13:01 The case over transgender students participating in girls' sports 1:20:53 Why school sports cannot be judged by the logic of elite athletics 1:33:32 The false report of Alito's retirement and the personal politics of the justices 1:41:21 Why Barrett remains a favorite target of the right 1:44:36 Court reform and the Supreme Court's “small rebukes, big assists” approach to Trump 【Who We Are】 The American Roulette is a podcast dedicated to helping the Chinese-speaking community understand fast-changing U.S. politics. Our Hosts and Guests: Lokin: U.S. law school student, incoming NY litigation lawyer 王浩岚 (Haolan Wang): American political enthusiast, chief writer at Lán Mù WeChat Official Account, and peddler of information Nancy：Princeton Politics PhD student, Yale Law School graduate Pinda：American political enthusiast 【The Links】 Trump v. Slaughter：总统罢免 FTC 委员与“单一行政权” Trump v. Cook：总统罢免美联储理事与央行独立性 Trump v. Barbara：出生公民权 Mullin v. Doe：海地与叙利亚 TPS 终止及司法审查 Louisiana v. Callais：黑人多数选区与《投票权法》第二条 West Virginia v. B. P. J.：跨性别学生参加女子体育运动 《纽约时报》：TPS 被终止后，美国部分行业面临劳动力短缺 Harvard Kennedy School：Louisiana v. Callais 对《投票权法》意味着什么 《纽约时报》：最高法院跨性别学生体育案的当事人 Becky Pepper-Jackson Becky Pepper-Jackson 的母亲：这个母亲节，我感谢跨性别女儿教会我的事 ACLU：关于跨性别运动员的四个常见迷思 NPR Public Editor：Nina Totenberg 误报 Alito 退休事件的经过 《纽约时报》：Amy Coney Barrett 为何再次遭到共和党右翼攻击 《纽约时报》：Ketanji Brown Jackson 做客 Michelle Obama 播客 IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson：Ketanji Brown Jackson 访谈 Slow Burn: Becoming Justice Gorsuch Humphrey's Executor v. United States (1935)：FTC 独立性与正当理由解雇 Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo (2024)：推翻 Chevron deference Seila Law v. CFPB (2020)：单一局长制与总统罢免权 United States v. Wong Kim Ark (1898)：“黄金德案”与出生公民权 Thornburg v. Gingles (1986)：《投票权法》第二条的 Gingles 标准 Shelby County v. Holder (2013)：削弱《投票权法》的关键判决

Have you ever looked at a photo of yourself and wondered, "When did I start slouching?" The good news is that posture can improve at any age, and better posture can support stronger bones, better balance, and greater confidence. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Claudia Tamas, physical therapist, strength and conditioning specialist, and certified integrative bone health practitioner, along with Ruth McCurty, who shares her inspiring posture transformation story. Together, we explore how improving alignment can influence your bones, balance, movement, and overall health. Ruth's transformation shows what can happen when you stop focusing on limitations and start focusing on what your body is capable of achieving. We also discuss why getting evaluated by a qualified professional is so important. Dr. Claudia shares four simple posture exercises that you can begin incorporating into your routine, and we look at safe ways to strengthen your core and improve posture while avoiding movements that may increase fracture risk for people with osteoporosis.   "We can change posture at any age, and we can get strong at any age. Regardless of what you were told before, just give it a try; you'll be surprised." ~ Dr. Claudia Tamas, DPT, APRN, CSCS   In this episode: [03:00] - Dr. Claudia's posture presentation and key concepts [23:05] - Ruth's posture transformation journey [38:35] - Why personalized evaluation matters [39:03] - Four posture exercises to improve alignment [46:45] - How to work with Dr. Claudia    Resources - Dr. Claudia Tamas' ONERO program at Natural Medicine and Rehabilitation in Somerset, NJ - https://www.nmrnj.com/our-services/osteoporosis-onero-program/ - Osteoporosis Strength & Stability Series - https://margie-bissinger.mykajabi.com/osteoporosis-strength-and-stability-series-optin-page - Margie's Strong Bones for Life Free Masterclass - https://www.happyboneshappylife.com/strong-bones-for-life-may2026  - Get quality supplements from Margie's Fullscript Dispensary - https://tinyurl.com/supplementsforless   More about Margie - Website - https://margiebissinger.com/  - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Margie-Bissinger-MS-PT-CHC-100063542905332/  - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/margiebissinger/?hl=en    DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and Happy Bones, Happy Life Podcast. *In compliance with the FTC guidelines, please assume the following about links on this site: Some of the links going to products are affiliate links of which I receive a small commission from sales of certain items, but the price is the same for you (sometimes, I even get to share a unique discount with you). If I post an affiliate link to a product, it is something that I personally use, support, and would recommend. I personally vet each and every product. My first priority is providing valuable information and resources to help you create positive changes in your health and bring more happiness into your life. I will only ever link to products or resources (affiliate or otherwise) that fit within this purpose.

What happens when the FTC says “cancel” should actually mean cancel? In this episode, we unpack the FTC's lawsuit against Uber, which alleges the company enrolled consumers in its Uber One subscription without obtaining proper consent, made misleading savings claims, and created an unnecessarily complicated cancellation process despite advertising that members could cancel “anytime.” The case underscores the FTC's continued focus on subscription practices, automatic renewals, and negative option marketing, reinforcing that clear disclosures, express informed consent, and simple cancellation mechanisms remain core compliance expectations. For businesses offering recurring subscriptions, the lawsuit is another reminder that friction-filled cancellations and deceptive enrollment practices continue to be a major enforcement priority. Hosted by Simone Roach. Based on a blog post by Gonzalo E. Mon.

The rule everyone was scared of got struck down. The enforcement did not. And the people who watch this closely believe powersports dealers are next.Anne Gambardella is the General Counsel and Executive Vice President at the Virginia Automobile Dealers Association. She has spent years helping dealers navigate advertising and pricing compliance, and she came on to break down exactly what the FTC wants, what it is going after, and what a dealer needs to do about it this week. In plain English, with real steps you can take at your store.This one is tactical. We get past the headlines and into what actually has to change on your website, your third-party listings, and even your salespeople's social media posts.What we cover:Why the CARS Rule getting struck down did not make dealers safe, and how the FTC enforces one dealer at a time under its existing authorityThe core rule in one sentence: the most prominent price in your ad has to include every fee except government chargesWhat actually comes out of the price, only tag, title, and registration, and what has to stay in, freight, setup, and doc or processing feesWhy the low-advertised-price game that has run for 30 years is now the thing that gets you flaggedHow rebates work now: you can list them, but you cannot pull a rebate most people do not qualify for out of the advertised priceThe 97 warning letters, what they really mean, and why a dealer who did not get one is not safe, just not on the list yetWhy this is not really a new rule in many states, and how it may already be illegal where you operateThe powersports reality: freight and setup fees the dealer did not create but still has to include in the priceWhy "call for price" is not the loophole dealers think it is, and how lying on the phone is still a deceptive practiceThe social media trap: how one salesperson posting a price can become an advertising violation for the whole storeWhy your price has to match everywhere, your site, third-party listings, and social, and how to document your pricing updatesThe trust numbers that prove customers want this: 86% worry about hidden fees, 76% do not trust dealer pricing, 29% walk to another dealer over price doubtThe real cost of getting caught: penalties north of $50,000 per violation, plus state action, franchise risk, and reputation damageWhy transparency is a competitive edge, not a loss, and the exact three moves to fix your pricing this weekWatch on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@dealershipfixit⁠Learn more (VADA, FTC resources): ⁠https://www.vada.com⁠Connect with Jacob: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-b-berry/⁠Follow the Fixit Online: ⁠https://linktr.ee/dealershipfixit⁠MotoHunt for Dealers: ⁠https://dealers.motohunt.com⁠Get $20 off your Dealer Connect 2026 registration with code "MOTOHUNT20"

This episode is presented by Create A Video – The Federal Trade Commission - along with four states - is suing the World Professional Association for Transgender Health for deceptive acts and practices. WPATH is accused of hiding the negative impacts of various "therapeutics" it has recommended. Plus, a massive critical minerals discovery out west could be a game-changer for America.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at the implications Deere's settlement with the FTC has on the broader industry.

In Kim on a Whim, Kim St. Onge and guest host Heidi Harris discuss "surveillance pricing" and dynamic pricing models expanding across grocery and retail sectors. Kim outlines how major chains are replacing traditional paper price tags with electronic shelf labels (ESLs), enabling real-time price adjustments based on demand, inventory levels, and foot traffic. The hosts analyze an FTC study on algorithmic pricing revealing that retailers leverage location, browsing habits, mouse movements, and demographic data to tailor prices. Kim highlights New Jersey's newly enacted Fair Price Protection Act banning personalized surveillance pricing and placing a moratorium on new ESL deployments, as well as similar legislative efforts in Tennessee. Hashtags: #KimOnAWhim #SurveillancePricing #ElectronicShelfLabels #DynamicPricing #ConsumerPrivacy #FairPriceProtectionAct

Hour 1 opens with guest host Heidi Harris filling in for Marc Cox alongside Kim St. Onge. The hosts open with commentary on President Trump's campaign stop in Las Vegas, discussing candidate optics, media reporting standards, and the economic factors driving democratic socialist sentiment among younger voters. In Segment 2, Heidi and Kim share personal reflections on family milestones and parenting challenges before examining cultural debates surrounding biological sex criteria in athletics. In Segment 3, Kim presents Kim on a Whim, breaking down surveillance pricing and electronic shelf label (ESL) technology in grocery retail, citing FTC findings and New Jersey's Fair Price Protection Act. Hour 1 concludes with Segment 4's discussion of Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson securing Dr. Anthony Fauci's phone records, evaluating Dr. Fauci's 111 Fifth Amendment invocations and upcoming congressional contempt hearings. Hour Hashtags #HeidiHarris #TrumpRally #MediaCoverage #SurveillancePricing #DynamicPricing #RonJohnson #DrFauci #PublicHealth

On today's episode of AD Nauseam, Daniel Kaufman is joined by Randy Shaheen, and they take a look at the recent Supreme Court decision involving the FTC.Questions and Comments: dkaufman@bakerlaw.com and rshaheen@bakerlaw.com.

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Could insulin resistance be affecting your bone health? In this episode, I share an interview with Dr. Brian Mowll (better known as The Diabetes Coach™), founder and medical director of SweetLife® Diabetes Health Centers, to explore the hidden connection between insulin resistance, blood sugar, and bone health.  We discuss why many people may have insulin resistance for years before receiving a diabetes diagnosis and the importance of testing deeper than standard blood sugar markers.  We go over the tests that can provide more insight, including fasting insulin, HOMA-IR, triglycerides, and other markers that may reveal issues earlier. We also share practical strategies to improve insulin sensitivity, including improving body composition, supporting liver health, and intermittent fasting when appropriate.  This conversation is a powerful reminder that caring for your metabolism is also an important part of caring for your bones.   "You may not necessarily think about blood sugar when you think about bone health, but there are a lot of connections." ~ Dr. Brian Mowll   In this episode: - [01:41] - How insulin resistance affects osteoporosis risk - [10:01] - Why insulin resistance is often overlooked - [12:14] - Testing insulin resistance beyond blood sugar - [16:24] - HOMA-IR and metabolic health markers - [26:48] - Supporting liver health and reducing insulin resistance - [33:11] - The biggest health lever: improving body composition - [37:47] - Fasting, nutrient-dense foods, and metabolism - [43:10] - Resources and next steps for better metabolic health   Resources - More Natural Approaches to Osteoporosis & Bone Health Summit (free for 7 days) - https://www.happyboneshappylife.com/osteoporosis-bone-health-summit  - Get quality supplements from Margie's Fullscript Dispensary - https://tinyurl.com/supplementsforless - Osteoporosis Exercises to Increase Strength and Reduce Fractures - https://tinyurl.com/osteoporosisexercises - Dr. Mowll's guide and website - https://drmowll.lpages.co/bone-guide/    More about Margie - Website - https://margiebissinger.com/  - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Margie-Bissinger-MS-PT-CHC-100063542905332/  - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/margiebissinger/?hl=en    DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and Happy Bones, Happy Life Podcast. *In compliance with the FTC guidelines, please assume the following about links on this site: Some of the links going to products are affiliate links of which I receive a small commission from sales of certain items, but the price is the same for you (sometimes, I even get to share a unique discount with you). If I post an affiliate link to a product, it is something that I personally use, support, and would recommend. I personally vet each and every product. My first priority is providing valuable information and resources to help you create positive changes in your health and bring more happiness into your life. I will only ever link to products or resources (affiliate or otherwise) that fit within this purpose.

Why is Sysco buying Restaurant Depot?This week's episode of the Restaurant Business podcast A Deeper Dive features Kevin Hourican, the CEO of the giant distributor Sysco.We asked Hourican to be on the podcast to talk about Sysco's $29 billion proposal to buy Jetro Restaurant Depot, the cash-and-carry provider of food to restaurants.It's a big deal that will make Sysco both the biggest distributor and biggest retail provider to restaurants. Some independent restaurants have called on the FTC to block the deal, saying it will be bad for competition and for independent restaurants.We ask Hourican about this, about why Sysco wants Restaurant Depot and what the company's plans for the retailer are. And we talk about the state of independent restaurants and why at least some of them may be doing well in this market.It's a big episode this week so please check it out.

Smart TVs are screenshotting what you watch and selling it to advertisers. Hear how to turn it off. Plus we talk to Aaron Alva, a technologist, attorney, and former FTC insider who took Vizio to court over this in 2017. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Credit sweeps are a federal felony, and credit repair business owners are going to prison for them. FCRA attorney Haseeb Hussain joins Daniel and Keenan to explain exactly where credit repair ends and where a felony begins. Join Our FREE Start Repairing Credit Challenge: HERE  Haseeb sues Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion for a living, and he has watched the credit sweep problem explode. A sweep means telling the bureaus that legitimate debts came from identity theft, and every fake letter or FTC report can stack up mail fraud, wire fraud, and CROA violations. He walks through the real cases: operators handed five, eight, even ten years in federal prison, profits disgorged, and clients pulled in as accomplices. He also gets into the ugliest new variant, credit repair companies filing fake human trafficking claims to exploit the Debt Bondage Repair Act, and why enforcement is ramping up fast. Then he flips it to what legitimate, defensible credit repair actually looks like. It comes back to one word: inaccuracies. Running the report line by line with your client, sending clear disputes, and building a real FCRA case when an inaccuracy actually causes harm. You will also hear the exact steps to take in real identity theft, from freezing your reports to filing police, FTC, and CFPB reports, plus why background check errors can be some of the most valuable FCRA cases and the credit myths Haseeb wishes would die. Whether you are just starting your credit repair business or scaling one, this is the conversation that keeps you on the right side of the law. Tune in!  P.S. Join the #1 event to grow your credit repair business: http://creditrepairexpo.com/   Key Takeaways: 00:00 Intro 02:44 What Is Hasib Hussain and What Does His Law Firm Do 03:38 What a Credit Sweep Actually Is and How It Works 05:30 How Common Are Credit Sweeps. A Lawyer's Take 07:08 What Happens After a Credit Sweep. The Real Consequences 09:14 Why the Client Can Also Be Charged With a Crime 10:34 Real People Who Went to Prison for Credit Sweeps 12:10 The Human Trafficking Variant. The Newest and Ugliest Scheme 14:42 What Legitimate Defensible Credit Repair Actually Looks Like 16:56 What Credit Repair Professionals Need to Understand About the Law 18:56 What Harm Actually Means in an FCRA Case 21:00 What to Do If You're a Real Identity Theft Victim 24:18 What to Do If You've Been Doing Sweeps and Want to Stop 29:56 The Wildest Cases Filed Against the Bureaus 36:40 Credit Myths That Need to Die. The Truth About Bankruptcy 39:10 The Best Cases to Hand Over to an FCRA Attorney 42:10 Final Thoughts Additional Resources: Get a free trial to Credit Repair Cloud Get my free credit repair training   Consumer Law Attorney Haseeb Hussain Reveals Hidden Credit Repair Strategies! Make sure to subscribe so you stay up to date with our latest episodes.

Send us Fan MailEver wonder if a product label is actually compliant, or are you just hoping it is? Stephanie's guest in this episode is Lauren Rockteacher, a food scientist and the founder of Proof & Panel, a label compliance agency helping food, beverage, and supplement brands navigate the regulatory maze of FDA, USDA and FTC with over 17 years in the industry.They dig into why brands should never send labels to print before a compliance review, the real differences between FDA and USDA requirements, and a protein-claim mistake that could get a product pulled off shelves. Lauren also breaks down what belongs on a PDP (they explain what a PDP is) and why a graphic designer isn't a brand's compliance expert.Their philosophy: facts combat fear. The more founders understand the actual requirements, the less overwhelming compliance feels, and the fewer costly surprises down the road.Download Lauren's label compliance checklist Learn more about Lauren and the services she provides at ProofAndPanel.comLaunch & Grow is hot out of the oven with a full update for 2026 and it's the only way you can join us inside the Fuel membership.  Click here to join us today!If you are thinking about starting a food biz or want to grow into a new channel - Get the FREE three-part video series: 3 Ways to Sell → click here ← Is 1:1 Business Coaching calling your name to scale your existing business and stop working so dang hard? Explore coaching with Sari herePick up your copy of the Amazon best selling book

What happens when an influencer campaign sparks a class action instead of driving sales? In this episode, we unpack a lawsuit against Gymshark alleging that a network of fitness influencers promoted the brand on Instagram without clearly disclosing their paid relationships, misleading consumers into believing the endorsements were authentic personal recommendations rather than sponsored content. The case highlights the growing legal risks surrounding influencer marketing and serves as a reminder that brands can face scrutiny not only for what influencers say, but also for what they fail to disclose. As class action lawyers increasingly target endorsement campaigns alongside regulators, companies should ensure influencer partnerships comply with the FTC's endorsement guidelines and prioritize clear, conspicuous disclosures. Hosted by Simone Roach. Based on a blog post by Gonzalo E. Mon.

Ryan Pineda and Danny Bay brainstorm a strategy to turn caddies, golf coaches, and industry workers into an active direct sales team for Ryan's high-ticket golf mastermind. The conversation breaks down the mechanics of direct sales structures: determining commission tiers and leadership overrides, managing FTC compliance around joining fees, setting up automated onboarding systems, and keeping sales reps motivated without paying high up-front marketing costs.

Competition law isn't just for antitrust lawyers anymore—it's increasingly a boardroom issue. What questions should directors be asking to ensure their companies are identifying and managing competition risk before it becomes a crisis? Julie Goshorn, whose career spans the DOJ, FTC, private practice at Arnold & Porter, and global in-house leadership at Visa, speaks with Jeny Maier and Anora Wang about why corporate boards should view antitrust as an enterprise risk alongside cybersecurity, financial controls, and compliance. Listen to this episode to learn about the board's oversight role, lessons from recent Delaware fiduciary duty cases, and the practical questions every director should be asking to help protect long-term enterprise value. With special guest: Julie Goshorn Related Links: Julie Goshorn on LinkedIn  Hosted by: Jeny Maier, Axinn and Anora Wang, Arnold & Porter

Anthropic says Claude escaped the sandbox three times, while a judge questions the Pentagon's blacklist. The EU launches an AI enforcement team, the FTC targets a telehealth firm's tracking pixels, and a WordPress backdoor is stopped just in time. CareCloud discloses a major data breach, a stealthy cryptominer hides in plain sight, AiTM phishing surges against law firms, and Finland severs one more digital link to Russia. Our guest is Yan Shoshitaishvili, Associate Professor, Arizona State University, previewing his Black Hat 2026 keynote "Vulnerability Research in the Agentic Age." AI scammers may deserve a promotion. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Today we are joined by Yan Shoshitaishvili, Associate Professor, Arizona State University, discussing his Black Hat 2026 keynote "Vulnerability Research in the Agentic Age." Be sure to tune in this Sunday for a special edition featuring our full, extended interview with Yan. Selected Reading Anthropic AI Models Hacked Three Organizations During Tests (Bloomberg) Anthropic, Pentagon Clash Over First Amendment Claims (GovInfo Security) EU to Crack Down on AI Deepfakes, Illicit Imagery and Hacking With New Team in Brussels (SecurityWeek) FTC sues Hims & Hers for allegedly sharing patients' medical data with advertisers Meta and Snap (TechCrunch) Wordfence Finds Critical Backdoor in ARVE WordPress Plugin (Hackread) CareCloud Data Breach Impacts Over 350,000 (SecurityWeek) Cryptominer Abuses Linux PAM to Hide From SOC Analysts (Infosecurity Magazine) AiTM Phishing Becomes Top Initial Access Threat to Law Firms (Infosecurity Magazine) Finland to disconnect fiber-optic link to Russia as lease expires (The Record) AI Scammers Are Better at Building Trust Than Humans (WIRED) Share your feedback. What do you think about CyberWire Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show. Want to hear your company in the show? N2K CyberWire helps you reach the industry's most influential leaders and operators, while building visibility, authority, and connectivity across the cybersecurity community. Learn more at sponsor.thecyberwire.com. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc.

July 31, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: Function Health secures $450M non-dilutive financing from General Catalyst, using diagnostics as the entry point to build a continuous preventive health platform Spotify introduces Running Mode, an AI-powered experience creating personalized running playlists with coaching prompts as platforms compete on fitness engagement The FTC, joined by California and Utah, sues Hims & Hers over health data sharing and subscription practices, which the company denies and plans to fight More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co

Story of the Week (DR):Cracker Barrel CEO is out after MAGA backlash to "Uncle Herschel" logo change MMBefore Julie Masino was brought in, Cracker Barrel was facing a slow-moving existential crisis:Their primary core customer base (older generations and rural highway travelers) was naturally shrinking, and younger diners were simply not replacing them.Kitchen tech, supply chains, and digital ordering lag behind competitors like Texas Roadhouse or Olive Garden.Some great fake populism from Fox: Cracker Barrel to pay for outgoing CEO's security, $4.6M severance after failed rebrandCracker Barrel names David Deno CEOBurger KingYum! Brands and Pizza Hut for 15 years, including serving as CFO and COO.Quiznos CEO.Best Buy: Served as President of Asia and CFO for Best Buy's International DivisionBloomin' Brands for 12 years: CEO, CFO and Chief Administrative OfficerOutback Steakhouse, Carrabba's Italian Grill, and Bonefish GrillBoard MembershipsCracker Barrel Old Country Store (2016-)Panera Brands (2024-): Audit Committee ChairKrispy Kreme (2016-)Bloomin' Brands (2019–2024)Peet's Coffee (2006-2012)Macalester College: Former Chair of the Board of Trustees (1998-2022).From Cracker Barrel to Boeing, Companies Are Turning to Retired CEOsThese retired CEOs are being hired to be "fixers." They are brought in to cut costs, repair supply chains, restore investor confidence, and act as a stabilizing force rather than reinventing the brand.Exxon and Chevron profits surge on rising oil prices due to Iran warChevron posted its highest profit in six years as the Iran war boosted oil pricesBig Oil Is Getting Sued for Heat Deaths. It's Fighting Back With an Army of Immunity LawsMore than a decade after investigations found that Exxon Mobil had known about the dangers of global warming since the 1970s but publicly downplayed the threat, lawsuits against oil companies have proliferated. There are nearly 40 of these cases pending across the countryIn the meantime, the industry has been mobilizing a counterattack against the lawsuits with the help of the Trump administration and Republican politicians.Republicans are trying to pass laws to grant oil majors immunity to these kinds of lawsuits, with success in several states so far.Utah, Iowa, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and Louisiana have recently signed laws shielding fossil fuel companies from lawsuits related to greenhouse gas emissionsOil executives have also gotten help from the federal government, following an executive order from President Donald Trump last year directing the attorney general to prioritize blocking climate lawsuits by states.This May, the Justice Department responded to Minnesota's climate lawsuit against Big Oil with a lawsuit of its own, just as the state's case was moving into the discovery phase. It said Minnesota was undermining “American energy dominance” and attempting to regulate greenhouse gases, which should fall under the purview of federal law—echoing the oil industry's well-known argument.Elon Musk Is Quietly Turning to This Fossil Fuel to Power His AI AmbitionsSam Altman Announces That the Singularity Has Arrived: a hypothetical future point in time when technological growth becomes autonomous, uncontrollable, and irreversible, fundamentally transforming human civilization“We are now, like, in the singularity ... Now we're actually in the moment that we used to talk about at the lunch table in a very not-serious way ...I've been waiting for this my whole life, and I think it's going to be incredible, hugely positive, awesome for the world.”Sam Altman says one of his biggest fears is that a small number of companies will control AI: 'That'd be very, very bad'Sam Altman says the Hugging Face hack is a reminder that an AI power monopoly could lead to 'long-term disaster'OpenAI says its rogue AI tried to hack other companiesMark Zuckerberg is urging the U.S. to accelerate AI development, not restrict it'No Way to Stop It': Elon Musk Warns Humans Will Lose Control of AI and Face Extinction by 2036Microsoft CEO Warns That Companies Embracing AI Could Drive Themselves Out of BusinessAI hackers are getting faster. The government may not be readyAnthropic says its Claude models 'gained unauthorized access' to other organizations' systemsAnthropic says its models went rogue and hacked 3 companies during testing'It Will Happen Frequently': Musk Warns of Rogue AI Threat After Anthropic Breached Three FirmsElon Musk Commits Up to $120M to Republican Midterms: Sets Feud With Trump Aside for Major Election PushGoodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Gen Z women are having an entrepreneurship boomOf all women who started businesses in 2025, 47% of Gen Z women did so, compared with 38% the previous year. Gen Xers followed close behind at 46%. Then came millennials at 43% and baby boomers at just 23%.Overall, in 2025, 69% of new Black-owned businesses were started by women. The survey also found that women business owners are less likely than their male counterparts to depend on AIMM: Delaware judge rules public benefit corporations exempt from maximizing value in sale DRFiduciary duty is different - OpenAI, AnthropicAssholiest of the Week (MM):Fake man apologies MM‘I'm sorry ... but': Apologetic Alan Joyce tells his side of the Qantas storyJoyce has expressed some regret“So with the information we had at the time, I still don't think there was any other decision you could make,”“Hindsight is a great thing.”“I'm actually very, very proud of the fact that I'm not sitting here and apologising for Qantas going bankrupt, [something] that many airlines around the world did,”Australian Competition and Consumer Commission fined Qantas $120 million for selling tickets for 8000 already cancelled flights“I apologise for the angst that was generated [for] the customers on it, but the reality was we had 22 million bookings in the system [and] the system wasn't designed to do an automatic refund,”“Stop us!”More than 1,200 AI workers across Anthropic, DeepMind, OpenAI, and Meta are asking for Washington's help building an AI slowdown plan‘No Way to Stop It': Elon Musk Warns Humans Will Lose Control of AI and Face Extinction by 2036Elon Musk's new 5-year warning to Americans: AI will beat human brains by 2032 (then go wild). Get rich or get crushed?Sam Altman says the Hugging Face hack is a reminder that an AI power monopoly could lead to 'long-term disaster'It Will Happen Frequently': Musk Warns of Rogue AI Threat After Anthropic Breached Three FirmsBut also, DON'T stop us, obviously…Palantir CEO warns US against Europe's AI regulation path, urges Trump admin to not ban open modelsElon Musk's xAI sues Minnesota over law to ban 'nudify' appsMark Zuckerberg is urging the U.S. to accelerate AI development, not restrict itElon Musk Commits Up to $120M to Republican Midterms: Sets Feud With Trump Aside for Major Election PushIgnoring boardsHims & Hers mission:“Hims & Hers is the leading health and wellness platform on a mission to help the world feel great through the power of better health. We believe how you feel in your body and mind transforms how you show up in life. That's why we're building a future where nothing stands in the way of harnessing this power. Hims & Hers normalizes health & wellness challenges—and innovates on their solutions—to make feeling happy and healthy easy to achieve. No two people are the same, so the Company provides access to personalized care designed for results.”Hims & Hers board:CEO: Andrew Dudum, tech VC bro investor “serial entrepreneur” with deep health experience from Bungalow (airBnB knockoff in the UK), Homebound (a “homebuilding platform”), TalkIQ (an AI startup, duh), and Terminal (something about scaling engineering?)TWO directors from DoorDash (Kofi Amoo-Gottfried from Marketing, previously of Facebook, and Christopher Payne the COO, previously of eBay, MSFT, and Amazon)TWO pharma execs (one lawyer, Deb Autor, one with an econ degree, Kare Schultz)One guy from Netflix (David Wells) and one lady from Urban Outfitters (marketing/brand, Andrea Perez) and one pure law firm lawyer (Anja Manuel)ONE DOCTOR EXCLUSIVE: US FTC sues Hims & Hers for sending user health info to Meta, SnapUsers' sensitive health information was shared with online advertising companies including Meta ​Platforms and Snap despite the company leading customers to believe their ​data was private, the FTC alleged in the lawsuit filed along with Los ⁠Angeles County and Utah.Hims & Hers also started charging users for prescriptions before ​they have ⁠had a chance to meet with healthcare providers, the FTC alleged. Most customers do not receive a consultation with a provider, and instead are charged for ⁠prescriptions ​soon after filling out an intake form, ​according to the agency.Headliniest of the WeekDR: CEO apologizes for offering interviews to people who got tattoos of his AI company logoSan Francisco tech CEO Jordan Zietz, co-founder of an early stage AI startup called LemonLime. Stanford grad.“LemonLime learns your business and then automates your team's busywork in a single click, no coding or manual setup required.”Former Qantas CEO reflects on tenure, issues apology to passengers over post COVID chaos AND ‘I'm sorry ... but': Apologetic Alan Joyce tells his side of the Qantas storyMM: Amazon received $600 million in tariff refunds and will pass some back to customersMM: Trump Staff Cuts Blamed After Watermarked OpenAI Map Mislabels Africa at AIDS ConferenceIt's the fact that we have less staff that meant we couldn't bother to figure out which country was whichWho Won the Week?DR: Kohls: For getting some much-needed female influence on board: Kohl's Appoints Wendy Arlin as Chair of the BoardCurrently only 2: Robbin Mitchell (7%) and Wendy Arlin (1%)John Schlifske (27%) stepping downMM: The phrase “not due to any disagreement with the Company”Anne Sweeney Resigns From Netflix BoardOn July 26, 2026, Anne Sweeney notified Netflix, Inc. (the “Company”) that she was resigning from the Board of Directors of the Company effective as of that date. Ms. Sweeney's resignation is not due to any disagreement with the Company1,660 8-Ks in the last 5 years have the exact phrase “not due to any disagreement with the Company”So we're saying that 1,660 c-suite and board members resigned in 5 years - more than 300 per year - and NONE were due to a disagreement with the companies? That's only THAT phrase - no other details are given for most of them except occasionally:To pursue another jobPersonal reasonsFor scale, in the last 5 years, the term “was due to a disagreement with the Company” appears… 5 timesPredictionsDR: Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson apologizes that it took former CEO Alan Joyce to apologize for something she already apologized for despite not being CEO when any of it happenedMM: Damion resigns from Free Float due to a disagreement with the zero dollars he gets paid, but Free Float puts out a statement saying it's “not due to any salary reason related to the company”

We like to sign off our show by saying, “Take care of yourselves, take care of each other, and drink some tea.” It's our favorite little motto and it's a great reminder that herbalism and self-care go right alongside mutual aid!In our episode 283: Vetting Your Herbalism Sources: Red Flags & Green Flags, we talked about how it isn't actually bucking the system to ignore the FDA and FTC laws about “telling & selling”. Neither is it a cool rebellious act to turn away from scientific knowledge, modern medical technologies, or even conventional treatments. They each have their place, and herbalism isn't an ‘alternative' to them in the sense of a dichotomous choice – either herbs or science, either herbalism or medicine. We can fit together, and we get better results when we do.But it's certainly true that conventional medicine has problems, and that the system needs some bucking! A system reliant on consumerism – buying your way to better health – always leaves people out. A lot of people. They need help, and we can help them.The best way to do that is a little surprising: take care of each other. Extend our circle of care outside ourselves, outside our family and housemates, and further out into the world. We are all here together, and we can all support one another. And since we're all herbalists here, let's do it with herbs!Three ways to get started:FREE Emergency Preparedness course – Concise and targeted lessons teach you how to prepare for emergencies ranging from hurricanes to wildfires to heatwaves. Learn to construct a modular, no-frills herbal first aid kit, food reserve, and go-bag (or shelter-in-place bag). Understand herbal wound care and all the steps to take for cuts and burns. Anticipate and prepare for the effects of climate disasters in your community, not only to help yourself, but to help others too.SLIDING SCALE Herbal Community Care Toolkit – This 20-hour video course teaches you safe, inexpensive, and accessible herbs which can make a difference in the most common health concerns in our society today. High blood pressure, diabetes, edema, pain, poor sleep – there are herbs to support people facing all of these challenges and more. They don't need to be expensive, exotic, or risky. They don't need to be “maximum strength” or “100x concentrated”. Gentle, simple, safe herbs can help people you know and love.SLIDING SCALE Accessible Herbalism course – We consider this essential training for clinical herbalists, but you don't have to be one to want this information! Providing care to everyone is challenging, and involves a lot of creativity and skill to find the right resources and get them to the right people – and to do it all without burning out. To do it, we teach strategies to work around resource constraints, addressing the realities of time and energy involved in herbal work. We share our methods for finding funding, improving access to care, and building community support networks: mutual aid for herbalists and the communities they serve.You can go deeper, of course! These are starting points to get you helpful and empowered as soon as possible, while keeping safety first. And don't forget…Everything's on sale in July!All our offerings are self-paced online video courses. They all come with free access to twice-weekly live Q&A sessions with us, lifetime access to current & future course material, open discussion threads integrated in each lesson, an active student community, study guides, quizzes & capstone assignments, and more!Use code CATNIP at checkout to get 20% off!If you have a moment, it would help us a lot if you could subscribe, rate, & review our podcast wherever you listen. This helps others find us more easily. Thank you!!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Support the showYou can find all of our online herbalism courses at online.commonwealthherbs.com!

My friend Joe sells real estate. He called me about one of his clients, a retired nurse who was selling her house, because something about her story wasn't sitting right with him. She'd lost her savings to a man named Edward Smog. Found her online, quoted her scripture, told her he was her way out of debt. By the time I got involved, she was out a hundred and fifty grand. Now a new scammer is coming after her. She believes he's an offshore oil rig worker, and they're going to get married. I'm trying to stop him before he takes any more of her money. If you or someone you love is being targeted, here's where to go. To report it, the FBI runs the Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov, and the FTC takes reports at reportfraud.ftc.gov. If you want to talk to a real person for free, call the National Elder Fraud Hotline run by the Department of Justice at 833-372-8311, seven days a week, 6am to 11pm Eastern. You can also reach the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline at 877-908-3360. Tips for your elderly parents: No real grant, agency, or lottery ever asks you to pay a fee to get money. Gift cards, wire transfers to strangers, and crypto are how scammers get paid. Full stop. If you've never met someone in person on a live video call, assume you don't know who they are. Ask for that video call right now, not later. Take a screenshot of their photos and run a reverse image search. The excuses will tell you everything. And before any money moves, tell one person who loves you. Out loud. The scam only survives in the quiet. Resources If you or someone you love is being targeted, here's where to go. To report it, the FBI runs the Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov, and the FTC takes reports at reportfraud.ftc.gov. If you want to talk to a real person for free, call the National Elder Fraud Hotline run by the Department of Justice at 833-372-8311, seven days a week, 6am to 11pm Eastern. You can also reach the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline at 877-908-3360. Tips for your elderly parents: No real grant, agency, or lottery ever asks you to pay a fee to get money. Gift cards, wire transfers to strangers, and crypto are how scammers get paid. Full stop. If you've never met someone in person on a live video call, assume you don't know who they are. Ask for that video call right now, not later. Take a screenshot of their photos and run a reverse image search. The excuses will tell you everything. And before any money moves, tell one person who loves you. Out loud. The scam only survives in the quiet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Corn subsidies, cartoon tigers, and fake health claims turned sugar into breakfast. Nick Pell digs to the bottom of the box on Skeptical Sunday!Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common misconceptions. This time around, we're joined by writer and researcher Nick Pell!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1359On This Week's Skeptical Sunday:Your innocent bowl of Corn Flakes was invented by Dr. John Harvey Kellogg — a Seventh-Day Adventist convinced that bland, flavorless food would stop people from masturbating. The great American breakfast staple is, at its root, a failed anti-vice experiment that accidentally became candy."Part of a balanced breakfast" and "the most important meal of the day" aren't dietician wisdom — the latter was minted by a 1944 Kellogg's ad campaign and simply repeated until it felt like science. The health halo around cereal was written by marketers, not doctors.Nutritionally, sugary cereal is equivalent to ice cream — some brands run north of 50% sugar with barely any protein or fiber. It spikes your blood sugar, leaves you hungry an hour later, and was engineered to be sold to six-year-olds parked in front of Saturday cartoons.Cereal stays cheap and unchallenged for a reason: corn is America's most subsidized crop — $9.3 billion in 2024 — and a phrase like "high in fiber" has no legal definition. Subsidies quietly fund the sugar while toothless FTC rules protect the claims on the box.The fix is refreshingly doable: treat cereal as an occasional treat, not a daily staple. Hunt down low-sugar or protein options, swap milk for Greek yogurt, or lean on eggs, oats and fruit. Give a better habit a month; small morning choices compound into real quality of life.Connect with Jordan on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. If you have something you'd like us to tackle here on Skeptical Sunday, drop Jordan a line at jordan@jordanharbinger.com and let him know!And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: The Cybersecurity Tapes: Listen here: thecybersecuritytapes.comSimpliSafe: 50% off + 1st month free: simplisafe.com/jordanThe Perfect Jean: 15% off first order: theperfectjean.nyc, code JORDAN15Whatnot: Start selling today: whatnot.com/sellSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.