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Should I Play or Should I Go? is a four-part mini-series about rudeness, rejection and confidence at the bridge table, created, produced and hosted by Catherine Harris.In episode two, English champion and psychotherapist Maggie Knottenbelt joins Catherine to talk about what happens when ego, judgment and self-doubt creep into the game. They discuss rudeness at the table, the fear of making mistakes, caring too much about what other players think — and how to find your way back to simply playing bridge.Plus, other bridge players share some memorable encounters of their own. Thanks to Jim Wallis, Mindy Fleder, Alan Davidson and Laura Ginnan.Here are a few resources on keeping bridge enjoyable for everyone:World Bridge Federation: Laws of Duplicate BridgeLarry Cohen: 21 Rules of Being a Good PartnerKaren Walker: Table Feel: A thoughtful look at the subtler side of behaviour at the bridge table.BridgeBum: Bridge Table Manners & EtiquetteNext week: Australian bridge champion, Olympic athlete and author of Gaining the Mental Edge at Bridge, Kim Frazer.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than half of Canadians say they are afraid of making the wrong financial decision, and half say they have lost sleep over money. Your first instinct is probably that this is about people who do not have enough. But some of the most financially stressed people Joe sits down with have more than enough, and they still lie awake. This episode is for them. A big account balance is not the same thing as a clear plan. For people with healthy savings, financial stress in retirement almost never comes from scarcity. It comes from uncertainty. And the instinct that made them such good savers - the discipline to hold back, not touch the pile, worry about spending too much - is the exact muscle that now works against them. Joe walks through why this happens, what it actually costs, and what a real plan can show you that willpower alone never will.   In This Episode Money is still the number one source of stress for Canadians by a wide margin, more than twice as much as health, relationships, or work, according to the FP Canada 2026 Financial Stress Ind,. And that stress does not switch off at a certain account balance. For people with healthy savings, the stress almost never comes from not having enough. It comes from not being sure. And your brain treats uncertainty as a threat regardless of what the account statement says. The best savers often have the hardest time spending in retirement, and that is not a flaw. The instinct to hold back and not touch the pile kept them safe for decades. You cannot ask someone to switch that off on the day they retire. It takes a real plan, not willpower, to move past it. A couple Joe recently worked with thought they could safely draw between $1,500 and $2,000 a month from their portfolio. Once their pension, government benefits, accounts, and tax picture were all mapped together, the sustainable monthly withdrawal was closer to $8,000 - rising with inflation, throughout retirement. Gaining that awareness of the gap between what they thought was safe and what was actually possible is the whole point. A good plan does not just confirm your fears. Sometimes it tells you to pull back. But just as often, it gives you permission to live - to take the trip, to help your kids now instead of leaving it all behind, to actually enjoy the money you were disciplined enough to save.   About: Your Retirement Planning Simplified is a weekly Canadian retirement planning podcast hosted by Joe Curry, CFP, CEPA, of Matthews and Associates, an independent wealth management firm. Each week, Joe breaks down retirement income, tax, and estate decisions in plain language for Canadians who are near or in retirement.   Next Steps: Want tips like this in your inbox? Sign up for the Retirement Planning Simplified Newsletter and get updates plus our popular 60-Second Retirement Tip: https://bit.ly/RPSNewsletter   Ready to take the next step in your retirement planning? Watch a short overview of our True Wealth Roadmap and see if our process is a fit for you: https://www.matthewsandassociates.ca/vsl   Resources FP Canada 2026 Financial Stress Index (current as of 2026): https://fpcanada.ca/findaplanner/financial-stress-index   Disclaimer: Opinions expressed are those of Joseph Curry, a registrant of Aligned Capital Partners Inc. (ACPI), and may not necessarily be those of ACPI. This podcast is for informational purposes only and not intended to be personalized investment advice. The views expressed are opinions of Joseph Curry and may not necessarily be those of ACPI. Content is prepared for general circulation and information contained does not constitute an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any investment fund, security or other product or see.

Ferreol Skis may currently be the most interesting company in the ski world. Surprised? Listen to our conversation here with Ferreol co-founder, Jonathan Audet, about how Ferreol got started and what they've been up to, and you might end up agreeing with that take. Note: We Want to Hear From You! We'd love for you to share with us the stories or topics you'd like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. Email us at: info@blisterreview.com RELATED LINKS: livemomentous.com - use code: Blister OneSkin: oneskin.co/BLISTER Get Yourself Covered: BLISTER+ Order our 26/27 Winter Buyer's Guide Enter Our Free Weekly Gear Giveaways TOPICS & TIMES: Big BLISTER+ News (0:46) Buyers Guide Sale Ends Soon! (2:17) BBI - The Enduro World Cup is dead (3:19) Recent developments at Ferreol Skis (5:14) Did this start as a material or a ski company? (7:15) Scalium is stronger than traditional titanal (11:41) Jonathan's background (25:34) From working retail to founding your own company (32:59) Going from concept to launch, how did it work? (37:34) Gaining investors (43:15) Scalium Plus (54:28) Involvement in Defense (57:02) 2026/27 Ski Lineup (1:01:44) CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: The Blister Vault Blister Cinematic CRAFTED Bikes & Big Ideas GEAR:30

H.W. Brands, author of America First: Roosevelt vs. Lindbergh in the Shadow of War, Part One: In April 1939, Charles Lindbergh returns to the United States amidst rising European tensions. Gaining global fame for his 1927 solo transatlantic flight and sympathy from his infant son's tragic kidnapping, Lindbergh remains an incredibly powerful public figure. He holds a stubborn admiration for German culture but is deeply wary of Adolf Hitler, believing Britain is in decay and will drag the U.S. into another war. FDR attempts to co-opt Lindbergh into his administration, but Lindbergh fiercely guards his independence. He takes to the national radio to advocate for strict American neutrality, deeply mistrusting FDR's step-by-step interventionist approach. (1)

Former Jets QB turned media personality and personal QB trainer Matt Simms joins the show to recap what he has seen from the Jets at camp, tell fans what to expect from Geno Smith this fall and much more. 0:00 - Intro 1:59 - Looking back on Matt's career 4:59 - How difficult is it to play QB in the NFL? 7:41 - Working with Geno Smith and reaching the end of your career 10:31 - Coaching and teaching 12:46 - Geno Smith's Discussion 14:09 - Gaining football professionalism 15:51 - What will success look Like for Geno Smith? 17:19 - Veteran Leadership 21:22 - Cade Klubnik Discussion 22:49 - Should young QBs play? 24:30 - Aaron Glenn taking over play calling 26:10 - New player formations and schemes 27:56 - What steps can the Jets take to win? 29:41 - Matt Simms personal updates 31:46 - Jordans from Matt SimmsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ferreol Skis may currently be the most interesting company in the ski world. Surprised? Listen to our conversation here with Ferreol co-founder, Jonathan Audet, about how Ferreol got started and what they've been up to, and you might end up agreeing with that take.Note: We Want to Hear From You!We'd love for you to share with us the stories or topics you'd like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. Email us at: info@blisterreview.com RELATED LINKS:livemomentous.com - use code: BlisterOneSkin: oneskin.co/BLISTERGet Yourself Covered: BLISTER+Order our 26/27 Winter Buyer's GuideEnter Our Free Weekly Gear GiveawaysTOPICS & TIMES:Big BLISTER+ News (0:46)Buyers Guide Sale Ends Soon! (2:17)BBI - The Enduro World Cup is dead (3:19)Recent developments at Ferreol Skis (5:14)Did this start as a material or a ski company? (7:15)Scalium is stronger than traditional titanal (11:41)Jonathan's background (25:34)From working retail to founding your own company (32:59)Going from concept to launch, how did it work? (37:34)Gaining investors (43:15)Scalium Plus (54:28)Involvement in Defense (57:02)2026/27 Ski Lineup (1:01:44)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:The Blister VaultBlister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I get a lot of questions about relationships from my clients.  These may be relationships between a friend, partner, colleague, or business relationship.  Whatever relationship you have, there are three components, and when you have a full understanding of these components, you'll ultimately see your relationships improve.  Often, the problems my clients run into are the same types of problems others have, so today I wanted to help you understand these concepts so they can help you improve any relationship.  You may want to apply these tools to a relationship you are struggling with right now or keep them in mind so that you can utilize them in the future.  Let's dive in…   Join us in a community built specifically for accountants and high-stress professionals.  You'll receive support, accountability, and a community that understands what you're going through. We focus on stress reduction, increasing productivity, time management, goal achievement, health, happiness, and desired lifestyle:  https://www.financialadventure.com/community I'm inviting you to sign up for the free private podcast where I do a deeper dive into this topic on the Mastering Your Mindset Moments podcast for high-stress professionals: https://www.financialadventure.com/private Schedule your Complimentary Stress Audit and Clarity Session, where we'll work together to create a clear and focused plan for you to move forward so you'll immediately start enjoying your life with less stress, increased productivity, and more time to spend doing what you love with the people you care about: https://www.financialadventure.com/work-with-me Accountants, CPAs, Bookkeepers, Tax Preparers & Financial Professionals, sign up here to get updates on upcoming opportunities & grab the Audit Of Your Well-Being & Balance Guide here: https://www.financialadventure.com/accountant Ready to set up your business?  I have a program to help you get your business set up so that you can start making money.  Sign up for this program here: https://www.financialadventure.com/start Are you ready to try coaching?  Schedule an Introductory Coaching Session today.  You'll have the opportunity to see how you like coaching with an Introductory Coaching Session: https://www.financialadventure.com/intro Join us in the Mastering Your Small Business Finances PROFIT LAB if you are ready to take control of your business finances and create the profitable business you are striving for.  Are you ready to generate revenues and increase the profit in your business: https://www.financialadventure.com/profit If You Are Ready To Choose, Start Or Grow Your Side Hustle, Get Your Free Checklist And Assessment Here: https://www.financialadventure.com/sidehustle Grab Your FREE guide:  5 Essential Strategies For Stress-Free Bookkeeping: https://www.financialadventure.com/5essentials Your FREE Online Virtual Bookkeeping Business Starter Guide & Success Path Is Waiting For You: https://www.financialadventure.com/starterguide Join Our Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/womenbusinessownersultimatediybookkeepingboutique The Strategic Bookkeeping Academy, including Bookkeeping Basics, is open for registration!  You can learn more and sign up here: https://www.financialadventure.com/sba Looking for a payroll solution for your business?  You can get an exclusive 15% discount on your payroll services when you sign up here: https://www.financialadventure.com/adp QuickBooks Online - Save 30% Your First 6 Months: https://www.financialadventure.com/quickbooks Sign up for a virtual coffee chat to see if starting a Bookkeeping Business is right for you: https://www.financialadventure.com/discovery Show Notes:  https://www.financialadventure.com This podcast is sponsored by Financial Adventure, LLC ~ visit https://www.financialadventure.com for additional information and free resources.

“Gaining God”Matthew 16:2

Jesus highlights the greatness of His little ones by saying that their angels always see the Father's face. When Jesus' disciples focus on their Father, they will share in the concern of the angels for the little ones of Jesus' kingdom. His care for His little ones shows through His activity as the Good Shepherd who seeks and saves the lost. In the same way, Christians do not neglect sin that threatens the Church, but in love, Christians seek for reconciliation and forgiveness for the sake of the health of the family of God.  Rev. Sean Daenzer, Director of Worship for The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and chaplain for the International Center in St. Louis, MO, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Matthew 18:10-20.  To learn more about LCMS Worship, visit lcms.org/worship. “The Reign of Heaven Stands Near” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the Gospel according to St. Matthew. The first evangelist proclaims that God has fulfilled His Old Testament promises by sending Jesus to bring the reign of the heavens among us. As the Son of David, Jesus is the gracious King we need, and as the Son of Abraham, Jesus is the blessing to all the families of the earth.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

THE NEXT BILLION SECONDS: AI@70 EP 2: THE WATERSHED ChatGPT opened the door to artificial intelligence. Almost immediately, researchers built 'agents' using it - but three years of hard yards passed before agents were 'good enough' to be useful. In this episode we trace the path from 'bad' to 'good enough' agents - and what it unlocked as we 'crossed the watershed'. No one really thought that on the last day of November in 2022, the world would change completely. Not even the folks closest to it. Like Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, who said, "We always knew we'd hit a tipping point," "But we didn't know what the moment would be." His firm modestly promoted a 'research preview' of their new AI chatbot.ChatGPT. G'day, I'm Mark Pesce and this billion seconds are already unfolding as the most significant of this century. In this miniseries, celebrating the 70th anniversary of artificial intelligence, we're looking at where we’ve come from, how we got here - and where we seem to be going. Because we’re travelling at the speed of thought. ChatGPT promised artificial intelligence on tap for everyone. But it took another three years for that promise to be realised. This episode traces that story, from something kids used to do their homework for them - into a tool reshaping our economy. That's on this episode of This Billion Seconds. I reckon anyone who used a chatbot in 2023 or 2024 deserves a gold star. Two gold stars if they used one to get work done. ChatGPT was interesting. But it wasn't very accurate. The earliest chatbots, trained to be eager to please, would sometimes make up their answers. With no basis in fact. We call these 'hallucinations', but that's not what they are. It's that we'd caught the AI out. Asked a question it didn't know how to answer. So, it did its best with whatever it could pull together. It didn't mean to lie. It didn't even know it was lying. It was just generating a response. In a chatbot conversation that isn't a big deal. You could fact check - against another chatbot, against the web - even, if you can imagine it, ask another human being. Those sorts of hallucinations could be caught - if you went to some effort. But then again - why ask a chatbot if you want to make an effort? Folks took chatbots at their word. And some them paid a price. Hallucinations are an annoyance for people. But they're show-stoppers for autonomous agents. Oh yes, the nearly forty year old dream of Apple CEO John Sculley of autonomous agents running around and doing all of our work for us - that dream flickered back into life alongside ChatGPT. Researchers reckoned that with 'good enough' AI, they'd be able to build agents. To read your email, Keep your calendar. Book a reservation. That sort of thing. Just three months after ChatGPT landed, the first of those autonomous agents popped up. A piece of software known as AutoGPT. AutoGPT turns an AI like ChatGPT into an agent. It does that by providing the three things an agent needs. Memory - so that the agent can remember what it's supposed to be doing, and keep notes on its progress as it does it. Tools - So that it can do things like read and write files, respond to emails, or add items to the calendar, And goal logic - this is the thing that turns an AI into a single-minded goal-oriented piece of software. Basically, it's the same quality as the Terminator: the agent has one goal and it will stop at nothing to achieve it. AutoGPT gave ChatGPT memory, tools and goal logic - everything need to turn it into an autonomous agent. And it should have been absolutely amazing. Except for one thing. Here's how an agent works: you give it a goal, and it 'decomposes' that goal into a series of steps, then breaks those steps down into discrete actions. The agent then methodically works its way through each of the actions. At the end of every action, an agent 'reflects' - it checks the results of that action. Did it work? Does the agent get to go on to the next action, or does it need to do this action again? And this is where the problems arise. Because if ChatGPT happens to hallucinate in the midst of this process, the whole thing very quickly falls over. Maybe an agent thinks an action worked, when it didn't. Or thinks it didn't, even though it did. Now there's always a change that - for any given action - there will be a hallucination that will make the agent fall over. You can deal with that if there are just a few actions. Chances are it will get through all of the actions before problems arise. But for anything even modestly complex, there are many actions. Tens to hundreds. Maybe even thousands. So the probability for just one hallucination - that's all it takes to make the agent fall over - grows higher and higher as the list of actions grows longer and longer. Now here's the thing: people measured this. A group known as Model Evaluation and Threat Research or METR, they've kept a running record of how long agents can run before they fall over. And back in early 2023, they'd make it no more than about 4 minutes. An agent can't do a lot in 4 minutes. So although we could make agents using ChatGPT, we couldn't make them work well. For that, we'd need better AI. Funny thing about that. All of us can take some credit for making AI better. You see, most everyone who's using ChatGPT or Claude or Gemini or any of the others, is making those models better with every question we put the them. Those questions and the answers to them get fed back in, to train the next generation of models. It's why AI is so much better now than it was three years ago - and why I say anyone who used AI day-to-day in 2023 or 2024 deserves a gold star. Those were hard yards because the AI just wasn't very good. How do we know AI is better to day than it was two or three years ago? Ah, here's where we come back to those folks at METR. They've been tracking what they call the 'task horizon' of agents. How long they can perform actions before they fall over. And they noticed that with every subsequent generation of AI, that task horizon got longer. Dependably. It soon became clear that the task horizon doubled an average in seven months. 4 minutes becomes eight minutes toward the end of 2023, then sixteen minutes in mid 2024 thirty-two minutes in early 2025, and then sixty-four minutes. Just over an hour In November 2025. Three years after ChatGPT launched. Now that moment in time - just under a year ago - saw the launch of three brand new models: Google Gemini 3, Anthropic Claude Opus 4.5, and OpenAI GPT-5.2. Each of these models could be used to create agents with task horizons greater than an hour. An hour is "long enough" that you can assign an agent a reasonably complex task, let it go off and do the work, with confidence that the work will be done correctly. That's kind of a magic length of time. It takes agents out of the theoretical - where they'd been for nearly 40 years - and makes them very practical. That's the reason I call this moment "The Watershed". It's the moment when AI gets "good enough" to do real work. I'm far from the only person to notice this. Anyone using AI tools to write software noticed a big shift, as they stopped fighting with their tools. Because the tools had gotten 'smart enough' to handle the task. This is the moment where we first hear the term 'vibe coding' - tell the agent what kind of software you want to create, and the agent will go off and build it for you. And now that we're on the other side of the watershed, it's all downhill. Gaining speed. Because the task horizon didn't stop growing at an hour. We're more than seven months beyond November 2025, and task horizons have doubled again. Two hours. By early next year, four hours. And by the end of next year - eight hours. An entire work day. Tell the agent what to do - for the whole of the day - and let it do its thing. We've come a long, long way since November 2023. But we're through the hardest bits. You're using the worst AI you'll ever use. And boy, will it get better from here. In our next episode, we'll look at what autonomous agents mean for business - and whether business is actually prepared to pay for them. That's on the next episode of This Billion seconds. THIS BILLION SECONDS was written and recorded by Mark Pesce. Produced with assistance from Myrtle and Pine. If you like this show, please share it with a friend. And make sure to follow or subscribe to get all of the episodes in this series.This is Mark Pesce, thanking you for listening.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The White House Press secretary, Karoline Levitt, is resigning so she can spend more time with family.  President Trump is working hard to make sure the Strait of Hormuz is reopened.  There have been some irregularities in the recent primaries including Wisconsin, and NBC got embarressed on the air.  The DSA, (far Left radical wing of the Democratic party), are winning primaries but not doing so well witht he swing voters.  Democrats are still having a fit that President Trump is building the ballroom.  There is now evidence that the big oil companies are price gouging us and keeping gas prices high.  -Thank you for listening!- Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/brian-wallenberg-show--3256416/support.

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If you have been losing and gaining the same weight on repeat for years, I want to ask you something. Are you doing the same thing that created the cycle in the first place? Today I am breaking down exactly why you keep losing and gaining the same weight, and it is not because you lack willpower or because your body is broken.I am getting personal in this one, taking you back to my own yo-yo years from 15 to 19, the counting out 10 carrots, the intense BBG workouts, losing 10 pounds every summer like clockwork and gaining it right back every single time. I walk you through what is actually happening inside your metabolism during that cycle, why a severe calorie deficit gets read by your body as a famine, and why that response slows your metabolic rate, breaks down muscle, and ramps up your hunger hormones until the weight comes roaring back.We are getting into the three things your metabolism actually needs to break the cycle for good. Why eating more to lose more through something called reverse dieting works, why swapping cortisol-spiking cardio for strength training and walking changes everything, and why building something sustainable instead of something impressive is the only plan that actually lasts. I also share how this exact shift is what finally helped me lose 65 pounds and keep it off through two pregnancies, postpartum, and building a business.You have lost this weight before. The question was never whether you could lose it, it has always been whether you could keep it. This episode gives you the truth about what your metabolism actually needs so this can be the last time.xoxo,JackieMORE FROM JACKIE: >

Yes, it's been a while.This has been a year of transition. Gaining angels speaking in the tongues of Orpheus and finally finding the peace of heart and spirit, I am prepared for the next stage in of evolution. In that respect, I am reclaiming the monicker bestowed upon me years ago.Call me Mister Jibs...01. Shiver - George Benson02. Warm - Change03. Dance, Dance, Dance - Earth, Wind, and Fire04. Tongue Power - Roy Ayers Ubiquity05. L.A. 14 - Breakfast Band06. Learning Lessins - Andrew Ashong and Kaidi Tatham07. We Got Each Other - Rufus and Chaka Khan08. [Bring On The] Bad Weather - STR4TA feat. feat. Anushka09. Micro Kid - Level 4210. The Way I'm Livin' - Colonel Red

Interview recorded - 13th of August, 2026On this episode of the WTFinance podcast I had the pleasure of welcoming on Simon Dixon. Simon Dixon is a former investment banker, geopolitical and financial analyst, and co-founder of BnkToTheFuture, which has facilitated over $2.5 billion in investments into more than 100 companies including Coinbase, Kraken, and Robinhood. He has spent nearly two decades applying a follow the money lens to the forces reshaping the global economy.During our conversation Simon spoke about his overview of the markets, potential treasury intervention, pumping stock market higher, Plaza accord 2.0, end game of central banks and more. I hope you enjoy!0:00 - Introduction2:06 - Overview of the economy and markets?5:35 - Treasury intervention7:40 - Pumping stock market higher12:43 - Middle East Outcome19:28 - Multipolar financial world22:24 - Plaza Accord 2.028:25 - End game of Central Banks30:28 - Gaining control35:25 - Protect yourself42:40 - One message to takeaway?Simon is the CEO and Co-Founder of Bnk To The Future, a platform dedicated to helping people build and protect their Bitcoin wealth. He authored Bank To The Future – Protect Your Future Before Governments Go Bust, the first published book to include Bitcoin.Simon left investment banking in 2006 to campaign for monetary reform and discovered Bitcoin when it was just $3. Since then, he's focused on empowering people to prepare for a rapidly evolving financial world, investing early in companies shaping the Bitcoin ecosystem, such as Coinbase, Kraken, Bitfinex, BitPay, Ripple, Robinhood, and others.Every Friday, he hosts BitcoinHardTalk live on YouTube and X, discussing Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and geopolitics. Simon Dixon - YouTube - @SimonDixon21 Website - https://www.simondixon.com/X - https://x.com/SimonDixonTwittWTFinance -Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wtfinancee/Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/67rpmjG92PNBW0doLyPvfniTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wtfinance/id1554934665?uo=4Twitter - https://twitter.com/AnthonyFatseas

In countless visible and invisible ways, our digital environment is shaping us. The devices we use, the content we consume, and the habits we repeat each day are quietly influencing our attention, desires, relationships, and spiritual lives. If we hope to follow Jesus faithfully in our digital age, we must begin by honestly examining the […]

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the WTR Small Cap Spotlight, Cannara Biotech COO and Interim CFO Nick Sosiak joins WTR's Linda Bolton Weiser and Tim Gerdeman to discuss the company's expansion following the announcement of a long-term international supply agreement with Curaleaf carrying a potential aggregate value of up to C$21 million. The conversation covers Cannara's differentiated approach within the cannabis industry, the market positioning of its three brands, the scale advantages of its two Quebec mega-facilities, growing room economics, the current state of the Canadian cannabis market, the role of innovation in driving share gains, and the path to reaching maximum annual production capacity of 100,000 kg. 

This week we meet Anthony Jeselnik who has turned a "lightbulb moment" into a booming career as the modern prince of dark comedy. Originally intending to be a novelist, Anthony discovered a stand up comedy course in LA and his new career trajectory was set. Gaining experience and exposure as a writer and roaster on Comedy Central's roast series, Anthony developed a comic persona that is can walk you right up to the line -- and then step over it in a way you didn't see coming. A well-named Comedy Central show (The Jeselnik Offensive) further established his style and though a short stint as host of Last Comic Standing didn't click, a continuing run of Netflix specials, comedy tours and podcast episodes keeps Anthony at the top of the heap for those who like their comedy with an edge. As always find extra clips below and thanks for sharing our shows! Want more Anthony Jeselnik? Anthony is a top standup draw with a style that is perfect for his dark observations. https://youtu.be/iTUNOw5bo48?si=2TioTDa02tykNpYN Anthony's big boost came from his work as a writer and roaster on Comedy Central's no-holds-barred roasts including this one of bad boy Charlie Sheen. https://youtu.be/jqzFTuuOHyk?si=E5ae8DNW6vLrUall Anthony had a two season run as host of the Jeselnik Offensive which found him in unusual situations -- such as performing standup for an audience made up entirely of members of the Church of Satan. https://youtu.be/a-UBqlEHcr8?si=Wta_8VRV5-fB9AhG

Democratic socialists have won a number of elections recently. What IS democratic socialism? Are they becoming a force in the Democratic party?  Hans Noel, associate professor of government at Georgetown University, joins us.

# Ever catch yourself irritable or restless for no clear reason—like something deep inside just… isn't quite right? The Bible calls that the hunger and thirst of the soul, and learning to discern it is one of the most important wisdom principles you can learn. It's the key to… * Finding satisfaction in life * Loving God with your soul * Gaining long-term victory over temptation * Understanding why bad moods come out of nowhere Why does Proverbs 9 describe wisdom as a meal instead of the familiar image of two paths? In this message, you'll discover that God intentionally chose the metaphor of food and drink because your deepest spiritual struggles are not merely decision-making problems—they're hunger problems. Every human soul thirsts for satisfaction, and when we fail to recognize that thirst, we instinctively reach for counterfeit "bread" that can never truly satisfy. In this expository sermon through **Proverbs 9**, you'll learn: * Why your soul experiences spiritual hunger and thirst * How to recognize soul-thirst before it drives destructive choices * Why irritability, discouragement, anxiety, and restlessness are often symptoms of spiritual dehydration * What the Bible means when it calls God the Bread of Life and Living Water * Why worldly pleasures can never permanently satisfy the human soul * The biblical secret to overcoming temptation through stronger desires instead of stronger willpower * What it really means to love God with all your soul * How to experience God's presence as true food and drink by trusting his promises

# Ever catch yourself irritable or restless for no clear reason—like something deep inside just… isn't quite right? The Bible calls that the hunger and thirst of the soul, and learning to discern it is one of the most important wisdom principles you can learn. It's the key to… * Finding satisfaction in life * Loving God with your soul * Gaining long-term victory over temptation * Understanding why bad moods come out of nowhere Why does Proverbs 9 describe wisdom as a meal instead of the familiar image of two paths? In this message, you'll discover that God intentionally chose the metaphor of food and drink because your deepest spiritual struggles are not merely decision-making problems—they're hunger problems. Every human soul thirsts for satisfaction, and when we fail to recognize that thirst, we instinctively reach for counterfeit "bread" that can never truly satisfy. In this expository sermon through **Proverbs 9**, you'll learn: * Why your soul experiences spiritual hunger and thirst * How to recognize soul-thirst before it drives destructive choices * Why irritability, discouragement, anxiety, and restlessness are often symptoms of spiritual dehydration * What the Bible means when it calls God the Bread of Life and Living Water * Why worldly pleasures can never permanently satisfy the human soul * The biblical secret to overcoming temptation through stronger desires instead of stronger willpower * What it really means to love God with all your soul * How to experience God's presence as true food and drink by trusting his promises

Send us Fan MailWanting a bigger body is one of the most misunderstood desires in kink and the confusion usually starts with the vocabulary. I'm joined by James, a gainer and the voice behind the Thicc Radio podcast, to lay out what gaining and feedism actually mean, how people use terms like gainer, feeder, encourager, and admirer, and why these dynamics can be deeply intimate even when they have nothing to do with dominance and submission.We also get honest about the parts people love to moralize: fatphobia, “health” as a dog-whistle, and the pressure gay culture puts on bodies through status, aesthetics, and belonging. James shares what it looks like to pursue size while still caring for your body, from boundaries and mobility to nutrition and hygiene, plus how GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are reshaping the wider conversation around bears, body acceptance, and who feels “allowed” to stay big.Along the way, we talk kink overlap with macrophilia and other size fantasies, how to find the gainer community without guessing or projecting onto strangers, and why James started a podcast to push back on clickbait media narratives. Then we shift into Ask Edge for a listener question about stepping into the Daddy role for the first time, with practical guidance on communication, leading by example, and supporting someone's growth without running their life.If this conversation challenges what you think you know about body goals, desire, and consent, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find Full Cow.Here are some helpful links:Find Thicc Radio on Instragram at @thiccradio or thiccradio.com or in your favorite podcast directory.Interested in Gaining? Check out Grommr, Feabie, and FantasyFeederSupport the showAsk Edge! Go to https://www.speakpipe.com/LTHREDGE to leave ask a question or leave feedback. Find Edge's other content on Instagram and Twitter. Also visit his archive of educational videos, Tchick-Tchick.

Discover how Animal Reiki differs from human sessions and learn to navigate safety, observation, and consent with our animal companions. Explore the core principles of the ICRT Animal Reiki energy, combining Reiki and Divine Earth energy to connect deeply with the Divine Animal Kingdom. Join us as we share practical techniques, including "Reiki in Motion," and dive into a sacred Tree of Life guided experience to restore your life force energy. Key Insights Consent and Free Movement: Unlike human sessions where clients lie still, animals lead the process through "Reiki in Motion". Gaining consent, whether from the animal, caregiver, or by offering energy to the overall situation, ensures the work remains supportive, non-intrusive, and respectful of their boundaries. Observation as Intuitive Feedback: Because animals communicate non-verbally, practitioners keep their eyes open during real-time sessions to observe body language, respect physical safety, and adapt through observation. One Symbol for All Levels: The ICRT Animal Reiki course, includes a new symbol. The Tree of Life symbol. The Tree of Life symbol represents simplicity, practicality, and efficiency. It cuts through mental chatter, uniting Reiki and Divine Earth energy to bring harmony to animals, caregivers, and natural surroundings alike. Support for Animal & Caregiver: Animals can absorb environmental stress, grief, and compassion fatigue. Animal Reiki restores their vital life force while creating a dual-healing space that helps soothe the caregiver's energy as well. People Also Ask (FAQ) *How is Animal Reiki different from human Reiki? Animal Reiki is typically hands-off, shorter in duration, and allows the animal freedom of movement ("Reiki in Motion"). Practitioners keep their eyes open to monitor body language, ensure physical safety, and observe how the animal responds to the energy. *How do you get consent from an animal for a Reiki session? Practitioners establish a "Reiki Zone" and watch for behavioral cues over several minutes. If an animal enters the space, relaxes, or approaches, it indicates a yes. If they do not consent, it is typically, a very clear no. It is more common that they say "no, not right now." Practitioners honor that boundary or direct Reiki toward the broader situation instead.  *What are the benefits of the Tree of Life energy in Animal Reiki? The Tree of Life energy bridges Holy Fire Reiki with Divine Earth energy. It offers a simple, practical, and efficient way to heal disharmony, soothe grief, relieve compassion fatigue, and restore life force energy for animals, nature, and humans alike. Connect with Robyn and Colleen Website: https://reikilifestyle.com Podcast: https://reikilifestyle.com/podcast/ Community: Join our next Distance Reiki Share: https://reikilifestyle.com/reiki-share/ **DISCLAIMER** This episode is not a substitute for seeking professional medical care but is offered for relaxation and stress reduction, which support the body's natural healing capabilities. Reiki is a complement to and never a replacement for professional medical care. Colleen and Robyn are not licensed professional health care providers and urge you to always seek out the appropriate physical and mental help professional health care providers may offer. Results vary by individual.  

Boortz reacts to the rise of a democratic socialist candidate in Michigan, arguing that historical ignorance and shortcomings in public education have left many younger voters unfamiliar with the history of socialism and communism. He contends that this lack of historical knowledge, along with a growing sense of entitlement, has contributed to increased support for more left-wing political candidates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boortz reacts to the rise of a democratic socialist candidate in Michigan, arguing that historical ignorance and shortcomings in public education have left many younger voters unfamiliar with the history of socialism and communism. He contends that this lack of historical knowledge, along with a growing sense of entitlement, has contributed to increased support for more left-wing political candidates.Atlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3488: Eric Bach concludes his case for the clean bulk with the practical numbers: a modest 300 to 500 calorie surplus is all your body can turn into new muscle. He shares how to set your calories, track your rate of gain, and build lean muscle without the fat and bad eating habits that follow a dirty bulk. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://bachperformance.com/dirty-bulk-five-reasons-clean-bulk/ Quotes to ponder: "But for now, understand a surplus of 300-500 calories is all you need to maximize muscle growth" "Gaining more than a few pounds per month is a solid indication you're consuming too many calories." Optimal Health Daily is a daily health and wellness podcast where we narrate the best articles on nutrition, fitness, weight loss, and healthy habits, read to you by a professional narrator so you can improve your health a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3488: Eric Bach concludes his case for the clean bulk with the practical numbers: a modest 300 to 500 calorie surplus is all your body can turn into new muscle. He shares how to set your calories, track your rate of gain, and build lean muscle without the fat and bad eating habits that follow a dirty bulk. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://bachperformance.com/dirty-bulk-five-reasons-clean-bulk/ Quotes to ponder: "But for now, understand a surplus of 300-500 calories is all you need to maximize muscle growth" "Gaining more than a few pounds per month is a solid indication you're consuming too many calories." Optimal Health Daily is a daily health and wellness podcast where we narrate the best articles on nutrition, fitness, weight loss, and healthy habits, read to you by a professional narrator so you can improve your health a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gods do whatever the fuck they want.They operate outside the bounds of “normal” society. They make their own rules, they follow the beat of their own drum.They think big and they think wild. They shape the worlds around them.They don't wait for permission or consult a rulebook. They live from their heart-and-cock compass.In this episode:5 steps to ascend from boy to man to god Huge hearts and weighty cocks Manhandling vs. boy-handling vs. god-handling The clitoris is to boys what the cervix is to men 5 components to sexual mastery that all gods have sorted NEWS: Christian man starts male-only gym because titties made him do it Why honey pots work on 99.9% of mere mortals Owning your cock and self-actualization of said cock Gaining an inch in length and in girth “Let them eat clit and prematurely ejaculate” said Marie Antoinette ​​​​​​​​

Uptin Saeedi spent years as a CNBC producer, where he launched the network's international YouTube channel in 2016 and quietly noticed something awkward: the videos he shot on his own iPhone in selfie mode outperformed the ones made with a professional crew. Then the pandemic hit, he was laid off, and he had to decide whether a million-view brand name meant anything without the brand.In this episode, Uptin is specific about why he spent his severance on an editor from day one, how PR consulting in the mornings let him make content in the afternoons with no financial pressure, and how a single LinkedIn message turned into a Dubai agency he never meant to start and later sold. Plus the reason his agency deliberately had no Instagram or TikTok, why he once unfollowed Gary Vee and then told him so to his face, and his rules for delivery: trim 30% of the script, never say "hey guys", and talk like you're speaking to one person.Topics covered: starting from zero · consistency · funding the early days · accidental agencies · scaling down · hustle culture · the craft of a good story

If you have ever heard of LooksMaxxing, then chances are you are not on board with it… but there is a new form of Maxxing that is gaining popularity that is actually quite wholesome!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Fawcett has mastered the math of golf.  He joins host Josh Karp to talk about his program Decade, focused on course management and 'mathing' your way around a course to shed strokes. For exclusive content and first access check out Corrected Mistakes on Substack: https://substack.com/@correctedmistake  Amazon Storefront: https://shorturl.at/K0UoA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What Peers Actually Give You That Nobody Else Can In this episode, Allison Dunn explores how leaders at high levels can overcome loneliness and information gaps by cultivating the right peer relationships. She emphasizes practical steps to build honest, context-rich connections that foster better decision-making and resilience. Key Topics: Differentiating peer groups from networking events, masterminds, or mentorship The importance of lateral relationships at the same leadership level How shared context accelerates honest and meaningful conversations The significance of honesty without consequences in peer relationships Learning to see outside the system through outside perspective How peer reflection rewires leadership operating systems Practical steps: conducting an honest relationship audit The necessity of modeling vulnerability to enable open dialogue Finding intentional communities that foster real thinking out loud Building resilience by sharing burdens and embracing honesty Timestamps: 00:00 - The real purpose of peer relationships at the executive level 00:30 - What peer groups are not and common misconceptions 01:26 - The power of shared context for high-quality conversations 02:23 - Honesty without consequences as a critical element 02:51 - Gaining outside perspective to identify blind spots 03:17 - How peer feedback influences decision quality 03:45 - The shift from loneliness to shared understanding 00:00 - The operating system update that peers can catalyze 00:24 - Conducting an honest audit to identify trustworthy peers 00:51 - Showing vulnerability to model honesty and open dialogue 01:19 - Seeking environments that foster honest thinking 01:48 - Closing tips: building resilient leadership through authentic peer relationships 02:09 - The impact of credible, honest peer support on leadership longevity 02:38 - The power of intentionality and honesty in navigating leadership challenges 03:08 - Promotion of the book "Think First" for strategic thinking habits Resources & Links: Think First by Allison Dunn Deliberate Directions Think First

In this article, Kirk Miller, a Pheasants Forever chapter president with over 35 years of bird hunting experience, discusses how, with the right preparation, approach, and etiquette, asking for permission to hunt private lands can lead to years of exceptional upland bird hunting and lasting relationships.Protect your hearing at alclair.com.Read more at projectupland.com.

Today we're doing the first ep of a 10 episode series documenting Ruby's fat loss phase! After 18 months at maintenance and 5 months in a surplus, we thought the best place to start was by wrapping up the muscle gain phase, dropping the stats, the wins, the lessons and how that has all compounded to where Rubes is at now, heading into 10 weeks of a deficit

If you had asked me a year ago about living through adversity, I would have had no idea what it is like to think about losing part of my sight. Having recently navigated my own eye health journey with a detached retina, this brings a deeply personal perspective to this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast. I am happy to welcome Jeremy Poincenot to explore how to turn unexpected life challenges into extraordinary success. After suddenly losing his central vision at age 19, Jeremy reframed his adversity into a powerful catalyst for personal growth and a thriving speaking career. Listen as Jeremy shares his practical strategies for mastering resilience, building deep trust with a team, and inspiring audiences to embrace change and tackle life's unexpected obstacles with unwavering confidence. Highlights you won't want to miss: Tragedy to Triumph 0:00 Jeremy's journey 1:00 Missing everything in the middle 5:00 Finding the new normal 10:00 Keep your eye on the ball 16:00 Gaining interdependence 20:00 From the links to the stage 25:00 The SEE Method 35:00 See you next time 41:59 If you could use some inspiration from someone who truly knows what it means to turn tragedy into triumph, you simply can't afford to miss this episode! For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit: https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

What if the reason you keep starting over has nothing to do with your discipline and everything to do with the way you set your goals? In this episode, I break down the subtle moment most people don't even notice, the moment your brain decides the work is done. And it's exactly why results don't last, habits fall off, and you find yourself right back where you started.Why Your Brain Stops Working After You Hit a GoalOur minds are designed to complete tasks.Think about things like:filing your taxesfinishing a projectpublishing something you've been working onThe moment it's done… you stop.And the same thing happens with weight loss.If your goal is “I want to lose 20 pounds”The moment you hit that number, your brain says “We're done.”And that's where the cycle begins again.The Hidden Problem with Outcome-Based GoalsWhen your goals are focused on outcomes, they come with an endpoint.And once that endpoint is reached:your consistency fadesyour habits loosenyour identity doesn't actually changeThis is why results don't last.Because the goal was never designed to.The Shift That Changes Everything: IdentityInstead of focusing on what you want to achieve, I invite you to focus on who you want to become.Instead of “I want to lose 20 pounds”.Shift to “I am becoming the person who lives like someone 20 pounds lighter.”Now your focus shifts to:your daily habitsyour routinesyour energyyour lifestyleAnd that doesn't end.Why I Don't Start with the ScaleThis is why I often ask my clients not to weigh themselves in the beginning.Because the scale creates emotional reactions:When it goes down:“It's working!”“I deserve a reward”When it goes up:“It's not working”“What's the point?”And in both cases, the behavior stays the same.The Dopamine Trap of ProgressThere's another layer most people don't realize.When you:share your progressget complimentshear “you look amazing”You get a dopamine hit.And your brain interprets that as “We already got the reward.”So you unconsciously:slow downreward yourself in ways that don't serve youstop doing what actually created the changeThis Isn't Something You FinishThis work isn't about completing something.There is no finish line.Because real change is:something you livesomething you embodysomething you continueIt's not about hitting a number.It's about becoming someone new.Download my free guide, Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating, and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

Key Topics Discussed Building an enterprise risk management (ERM) program from scratch Creating a strong foundation for organizational risk management Gaining executive support and stakeholder buy-in Breaking down silos through relationship building Identifying and prioritizing enterprise risks Using risk assessments to guide strategic decisions Designing insurance programs that support organizational growth Building productive broker and underwriter relationships Business continuity planning and resilience strategies Managing supply chain risk in a global organization Navigating multinational insurance challenges Lessons learned for new and aspiring risk managers Why risk management offers diverse career opportunities Key Takeaways Successful ERM programs begin with a clear understanding of an organization's most significant risks. Executive sponsorship is critical when building a risk management function. Relationships across departments are essential for identifying and managing risk effectively. Business continuity planning requires both strategic planning and operational knowledge. Insurance is one component of a broader risk management strategy. The right consultants, brokers, and service providers can accelerate program maturity. Risk management professionals can find opportunities across virtually every industry. Featured Guest Emily Buckley Risk Manager, Specialized Bicycle Components Emily leads risk management, insurance strategy, business continuity, and resilience initiatives at Specialized Bicycle Components. As the company's first dedicated risk manager, she has been instrumental in developing its enterprise risk management framework and strengthening organizational resilience across a global footprint. Learn More Interested in advancing your risk management expertise? The Practice of Risk Management course from the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance's CRM Designation program, provides practical frameworks for identifying, analyzing, controlling, financing, and monitoring organizational risks. Whether you're building an ERM program, improving business resilience, or advancing your career, PRM delivers the tools needed to make a measurable impact. Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professional development, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance provides a practical advantage at every career stage, positioning our participants and their clients for confidence and success.

Clare Dyson is a Mountain Leader, outdoor facilitator, and founder of the Women's Adventure Academy, based in the Lake District where she has spent over 20 years guiding people through the mountains and valleys she calls home. With a deep passion for slow adventure, Clare is dedicated to helping people reconnect with nature, move at their own pace, and build confidence in wild spaces. Her work blends outdoor leadership, education, and storytelling, creating opportunities for others—especially women—to step outside, explore remote places, and feel at home in the outdoors. In this episode, Clare shares her journey from growing up with a love of sport and horses to becoming a Mountain Leader, working across the Lake District, and shaping a life rooted in nature, freedom, and connection. She opens up about the challenges and opportunities of working in the outdoors, and why slowing down can often lead to the most meaningful adventures. We also explore the creation of the Women's Adventure Academy, how it came to life, and why building confidence, community, and skills in the outdoors is so important for the next generation of women adventurers. Listen to this episode to hear how Clare has built a life around slow adventure, why nature can be a powerful space for healing and growth, and how you can start creating your own outdoor adventures—no matter your pace or experience. ***  New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries.  Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast.  Your support makes a difference.  Thank you x   *** Show notes Living in Kendal in the Lake District for the past 22 years  Living with her dog and partner  Working in the outdoors as a Mountain Leader and Gardener Enjoying life in her mid-forties  Being a freelancer for Fjall Raven  The Fjall Raven Classic, UK  Doing a Masters in outdoors experiential learning   The Big Hoof Charity  Setting up the Women's Adventure Academy with Anna Blackwell  Being sporty and outdoorsy from a young age Starting horse riding in her teenage years Having her family home burn down during her teenage years and how the outdoors helped Her journey into the outdoors and how it evolved  Going to university and getting into rock climbing  Heading over to New Zealand  Moving up to the Lake District after graduation  Gaining experience in the outdoors and being surrounded by brilliant people sharing their knowledge Becoming a Mountain Leader Not knowing where to start What adventure looks like now Slow adventure and being in tune with the natural world Working with young people  Being asked - what do you really want to do? Wanting to ride a horse around the Lake District Heading off in May Meeting incredible people on the way Pushing the boundaries in a slow and different way Why it's ok to go slow in the outdoors  The Women's Adventure Academy and how it came together Making a film called 'Thriving' with Fjall Raven Building confidence and skills Deciding to run the Women's Adventure Academy on her own  Why setting a date is so helpful  The BBC making a 1 minute film and it going viral! The Lake District is like an ecological desert  Starting to celebrate the farmers who are doing a lot  Deciding to do a second journey and visit the regenerative farmers Having the film premiere at Kendal Mountain Film Festival  The next slow adventure  Doing an 8 day adventure across the Lake District with the Big Hoof Charity Figuring out her masters dissertation topic How to connect with Clare on social media Final words of advice  Set a date Find your tribe   Social Media Website:  www.womensadventureacademy.com  Instagram: @_claredyson   

Tomas Reimers, Co-Founder & CPO @ Graphite, reveals his journey to becoming a founder and some of the major moments from Graphite's product development story. He dissects frameworks for determining when it's time to quit your full-time job to pursue becoming a founder and analyzing the costs vs. benefits of that decision. We cover how to decide what customer problems to solve, understanding how software development trends impact what you're building, and product market fit and selling considerations. Lastly, Tomas shares valuable strategies when it comes to selling to developers.   ABOUT TOMAS REIMERS Tomas Reimers is the CPO and co-founder of Graphite, the a16z and Anthropic-backed AI code review platform that Cursor acquired in December 2025. Previously, he was an engineer at Facebook. Passionate about advancing developer velocity, Tomas holds a BS in Computer Science from Harvard University.   SHOW NOTES: The origin story behind Graphite (1:05) Signs that it's time to quit your job / found a company (4:03) How Tomas & his co-founders knew it was time to break up with their jobs (5:40) Understand what leaving your job will mean career-growth wise (7:33) Embracing regret minimization (9:28) Pros & cons of developing in blue ocean vs. red ocean areas as a founder (11:49) Strategies for determining what software to build / how is software dev evolving (14:00) Tomas's framework for determining bets (15:50) Recommendations for selling as a founder (17:52) Identifying if sales isn't working or if product market fit is off (20:35) Using customer insights to experiment & make a PMF pivot (23:05) Why developers don't want to be sold to, they want to be taught (24:42) How to apply teaching vs. selling into early GTM strategy (27:20) Utilizing demonstrations to gain developer buy in & trust (29:24) What Tomas is looking forward to in Graphite's future / software dev in general (32:04) Rapid fire questions (33:34)   LINKS AND RESOURCES The Mom Test - Rob Fitzpatrick's quick, practical guide that will save you time, money, and heartbreak. Founding Sales - The Startup Sales Handbook - rhe distillation of Pete Kazanjy's experience at his first software startup, TalentBin going from a founder with a product marketing and product management background to early sales guy, early sales manager, and eventual post-acquisition sales leader at Monster Worldwide in addition to his later experience founding Modern Sales, the nation's largest sales operations, enablement, and leadership community. Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts - Annie Duke, a former World Series of Poker champion turned business consultant, draws on examples from business, sports, politics, and (of course) poker to share tools anyone can use to embrace uncertainty and make better decisions. This episode wouldn't have been possible without the help of our incredible production team: Patrick Gallagher - Producer & Co-Host Jerry Li - Co-Host Noah Olberding - Associate Producer, Audio & Video Editor https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-olberding/ Dan Overheim - Audio Engineer, Dan's also an avid 3D printer - https://www.bnd3d.com/ Ellie Coggins Angus - Copywriter, Check out her other work at https://elliecoggins.com/about/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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“I just want to get it right the first time.”I cannot tell you how many times someone has reached out to me for branding services when they don't even have a business yet. They don't want to make mistakes. They want everything to be perfect right out of the gate.And, yeah, don't we all? It's hard and scary to put something out there that you don't feel is finished or tested. It can feel like setting yourself up for failure, and most humans are always trying very hard to avoid failure.As we're talking about focus this summer, I'm hearing a version of it from people all the time. They don't feel clear enough yet to know where to focus. They want to nail their messaging, their offer, their one-liner before they ever put it out there. And of course, there is work you can and should do up front. But it's not going to be perfect.The only way to actually perfect your message, your offer, your one-liner so that it resonates with your ideal clients is to get out there and say it to a lot of real people. Today I want to talk about the clarity that comes from taking action before you feel ready.Sponsored by Squarespace:Free Guide to Squarespace Circle: nobsmastery.com/squarespaceTune into this episode to hear:Why clarity requires getting out of your head and connecting with other peopleWhy there is no such thing as getting it right once and foreverHow real-world data about your business can surprise you Why you need real clients to work with when you're designing your processHow spinning your wheels chasing perfection literally costs you moneyResources:Grab the first chapter of my new book Scale Solo: scalesolobook.comProgram: No BS Mastery: https://nobsmastery.com/programThe Price to Freedom Calculator™ - http://nobsmastery.com/priceGrab a copy of my book: Badass Your Brand - https://www.badassyourbrand.com/Program: No BS Agency Mastery: https://join.nobsmastery.com/agency-masteryNo BS Clients Lab: https://nobsclientslab.com/

My friend Scott Mena (lives in Deltona Florida, mid-30s) joins us to share his amazing story: * Growing up closeted in a world and shame—being gay meant AIDS * Hiding and trying to change * Gaining a testimony * Coming out to his mom and Bishop * Working to solve pornography use * His friend Mickeal * Serving a mission to Denver (positive experience) * Going to Pulse (before the massacre in 2016) * Working through suicidal thoughts * Coming out publicly and getting involved with LGBTQ community (PFLAG, etc) * Living between two worlds (LDS community and LGBTQ community) * Being “Mr. DeLand Pride”, being a drag entertainer, Ward Mission Leader * Help start Volusia Gathering and how it helped his dad * Final testimony Thank you, Scott, for being on the podcast. You story is super powerful and hopeful. You are a great man who was walked a difficult road with courage, faith, and hope. Honored to have you on the podcast. Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottymena/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/scottmenaactor YouTube Channel info - https://www.youtube.com/@scottythetheaterguy Website - http://www.scottmena.com Extra info - https://linktr.ee/thetheaterguy

Important Links: Dad Tired Annual RetreatHost A Dad Tired Conference at your churchJoin the FREE Family Leadership ProgramShop the Dad Tired store for best-selling gear__In this deeply moving episode of Dad Tired, Jerrad sits down with former country music star Granger Smith for a raw and hope-filled conversation about grief, faith, and true conversion.Granger opens up about the tragic loss of his three-year-old son, River, the darkness that followed, and the moment on a tour bus when he cried out for Jesus to save him. He shares how that moment began to unravel everything he thought he knew about himself, his identity, and even his faith.Together, Jerrad and Granger talk about what it means to move from simply knowing Christian language to truly tasting the goodness of God, why “I've always been a Christian” may be a warning sign, and how God sometimes strips away the very things we use to feel secure so that we can finally see Him clearly.Granger also shares why he eventually walked away from country music, what it looks like to serve in ministry now, and the heart behind his book Poison in the Well, written for those stuck in nominal Christianity.CONTENT NOTEThis episode includes discussion of child loss, drowning, grief, suicidal thoughts, and spiritual darkness. Please listen with care, especially if children are present.IN THIS EPISODE• Granger's life as a husband, father, former country artist, and pastor• The loss of his son River and the grief that followed• The tour bus moment when Granger cried out to Jesus• Why grief, shame, and despair exposed the emptiness of surface-level faith• The difference between knowing about God and truly knowing God• Why Scripture became food instead of a religious obligation• What led Granger to walk away from country music• The warning signs of nominal Christianity• Why every man should examine whether he has truly been born againRESOURCESPre-Order Granger Smith's book: Poison in the WellDad Tired Retreat: dadtired.com

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 3458: Eric Leija breaks down why resistance bands deserve a place in any muscle-building routine, from their versatility and portability to their ability to create continuous tension and support recovery. Learn how to use bands for real strength and hypertrophy gains, including the ideal rep ranges and the power of eccentric training. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ericleija.com/building-with-bands-benefits-gaining-muscle-with-this-underrated-tool/ Quotes to ponder: "Bands are also epic for helping you make progress with difficult exercises." "Studies show that eccentric training produces significantly more muscle growth than standard training, and these movements are easily done with bands just as well as with weights." "The key to gaining muscle with bands is similar to gaining with standard weights: you want to find a resistance that is challenging to complete 8-12 reps with." Episode references: Eccentric Training Research Overview: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28486337/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

315: How Confidence Impacts Pricing, Profitability, and Business Success With me today is Lauren DeLoach of Lauren DeLoach Interiors, an Atlanta-area designer known for embracing timeless Southern design with a fresh, elevated approach. In today's episode, we're talking about Lauren's entrepreneurial journey—what worked well, what created challenges along the way, and how she recognized when something was no longer supporting the growth of her company. Lauren shares the mindset shifts and business changes that helped her continue moving forward with clarity and intention. It's an honest and insightful conversation about growth, resilience, and building a business that truly aligns with your vision. Topics Mentioned: Creating boundaries with clients Finding the right balance between creative and business-minded roles Intentional business growth Key Thoughts:  Formative experiences and mentorship can play a crucial role in shaping your path. Balancing a business with raising a family can be difficult. Gaining confidence in the value of the design work paired with proper compensation helps prevent burnout. Hire team members who align well with the company vision and who have a strong work ethic. Contact Michele: Email: Team@ScarletThreadConsulting.com Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: scarletthreadconsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele-Williams Contact Lauren: Email: lauren@laurendeloachinteriors.com Website: https://www.laurendeloachinteriors.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurendeloachinteriors     References and Resources: Work with Me The Designers' Inner Circle - Become a Member Today    CFO2Go Metrique Solutions

Get 20% off Just Thrive supplements here: https://bit.ly/4uZkZVk (Code AZADI automatically applied) Episode Description You can eat clean, train hard, and do everything "right" and still feel sick, foggy, and stuck with stubborn belly fat. The problem might not be your discipline. It might be your gut. We expose why most probiotics may be dead before they reach you, how glyphosate wipes out your good bacteria, the hidden gut-brain link, and why a damaged microbiome makes belly fat almost impossible to lose. If you've been blaming yourself for symptoms you can't shake, this one changes everything. Talking Points & Questions Opening: Is it true someone can eat clean, exercise daily, and still have their gut secretly causing belly fat, brain fog, and inflammation? The probiotic problem Most probiotics die before reaching the gut. Are millions wasting money on fake probiotics? Why do so many people get more bloated and sick after taking probiotics? What's the biggest lie the probiotic industry has sold consumers? Food supply & warning signs What are the biggest warning signs your gut is poisoning your body before disease shows up? Glyphosate kills good bacteria but lets harmful bacteria survive. Is modern food destroying our microbiome? Gut, belly fat & the brain Can a damaged microbiome make it almost impossible to lose stubborn belly fat? What's the connection between gut bacteria, brain fog, anxiety, low motivation, and depression? Longevity & stress Microbiome diversity predicts longevity. What are most people doing daily that's quietly shortening their lifespan? Stress lowers stomach acid and can lead to SIBO. Could chronic stress alone be wrecking millions of guts? The fix With belly fat, cravings, fatigue, constipation, skin problems, or brain fog, what's the first thing you'd fix in their gut? If everyone watching had to do one thing daily to repair their microbiome, what would it be? Get 20% off Just Thrive supplements here: https://bit.ly/4uZkZVk (Code AZADI automatically applied) Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

☕ Rush Hour Podcast – Morning Episode Sponsored by Hers. Go to forhers.com/rushhour to get started today! The headlines are coming fast, and we're breaking down the biggest stories you need to know before your day gets started. ⚖️ Justice for Clayton: Major developments in the case as new legal updates continue to unfold. ☢️ Iran Escalates: After its war with the United States, new concerns emerge over Iran's renewed pursuit of a nuclear weapon and what it could mean for the region.

Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Stand Up for Your Country.  Talking Points Memo: What you need to know about today's political races in California and Maine. Attorney Ronald Coleman of the Coleman Law Firm, P.C., joins the No Spin News to weigh in on the E. Jean Carroll DOJ investigation. A look at the Trump administration's new rules for Medicaid recipients. Why did a Nantucket church cancel its Fourth of July celebration? Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum accuses the U.S. of interfering in her country's politics. Final Thought: Bill explains why he has a problem with former Vice President Mike Pence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices