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 Teladoc è la storia di una rivoluzione annunciata e poi svanita. Prometteva di cambiare per sempre la sanità, e per un attimo c'era riuscita: nel pieno della pandemia era diventata il simbolo della nuova medicina digitale, la punta di diamante della telemedicina globale. Ma oggi è solo una meteora che si trascina tra bilanci in rosso, concorrenza spietata e un'identità sempre più confusa. Il video di oggi è un viaggio crudo e documentato nei numeri dell'ultimo 10-K e dell'ultima trimestrale: 1 miliardo di perdita netta nel 2024, ricavi stagnanti, un goodwill svalutato di 790 milioni e costi di marketing che bruciano cassa a ritmi insostenibili. BetterHelp, che doveva essere la gallina dalle uova d'oro, cala dell'8%, mentre la concorrenza — da Amazon a GoodRx — mangia fette di mercato ogni trimestre. Il management? Più vicino al retail che alla medicina. E il vero problema è strategico: Teladoc è passata dall'essere un leader visionario a un intermediario sempre più inutile, mentre il mondo della sanità digitale evolve senza aspettarla. Una crisi strutturale, più che ciclica. E la domanda resta: è solo un passo falso… o un declino irreversibile? 

This week we've got apps that can help you with searching and comparing healthcare and prescriptions!   ZocDoc: https://www.zocdoc.com/ GoodRX: https://www.goodrx.com/ Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Resources: Building the Foundation for Success ft. Roy Snarr: https://lnk.to/snarr2025 Healthy Habits for Feeling in Control: https://lnk.to/MM202547 Leveling Up: From Chill Mode to Growth Mode ft. Christian Brindle: https://lnk.to/brindle2025   References: “Free Goodrx VS Gold Comparison Guide – Support.” GoodRx, https://support.goodrx.com/hc/en-us/articles/115004952903-Free-GoodRx-vs-Gold-Comparison-Guide. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025. “How Does Goodrx Rewards Work? – Support.” GoodRx, https://support.goodrx.com/hc/en-us/articles/4416674577179-How-does-GoodRx-Rewards-work. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025. “How Do I Join My Video Visit? | Help Center.” ZocDoc, https://www.zocdoc.com/patient-help/en/articles/8711864-how-do-i-join-my-video-visit. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025. “Prescription Prices, Coupons & Pharmacy Information - Goodrx.” Goodrx.Com, https://www.goodrx.com/. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025. “Zocdoc | Find a Doctor near You | Book Doctors Online.” ZocDoc, https://www.zocdoc.com/. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025. “Zocdoc's Turnaround: From an Unsustainable Path to Profitable Growth | Zocdoc.” ZocDoc, https://www.zocdoc.com/about/news/zocdocs-turnaround-from-an-unsustainable-path-to-profitable-growth/. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance     Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/   Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.

Today, we're excited to feature Michelle Davey, CEO of Wheel. Wheel is redefining virtual care by connecting clinicians to telehealth opportunities and equipping healthcare organizations with scalable, tech-enabled solutions. Under Michelle's leadership, the company has become a leading platform expanding access to care nationwide. Before Wheel, Michelle brought together experience from Google, Favor Delivery, and Medtronic—insight that now helps shape her vision for the future of care delivery.In this episode, we dive into how Wheel is powering virtual care infrastructure for enterprise healthcare, the strategic thinking behind acquiring GoodRx's virtual care platform, how Michelle sees the future of telehealth evolving across consumer and pharma markets, and what founders should consider when navigating M&A in digital health.

Join the conversation with the ChooseFI community on the brand NEW ChooseFI Members Site and participate in discussions about budgeting, travel rewards, and obviously all things financial independence! Register Your Free Account See the Group Discussion Ginger Mentioned in this Episode Hi, all! Ginger here. Brad and I discussed minimalism a bit, and what we'd re-buy if we started over from scratch. We are both really curious about everyone else's answers to this little thought experiment. So I'll go first. If all my things disappeared, ...Go To Thread Episode Summary: In this episode, Brad and Ginger discuss the significance of community at financial independence (FI) events, with insights from the economy conference. They explore how travel and experiences enrich one's ideal life, along with actionable budgeting tips, mindful spending strategies, and the importance of health and fitness routines. Listeners are reminded of the fulfilling connections that come from attending FI events and the concepts surrounding financial independence. Podcast Description: Dive into community insights, travel rewards, mindful spending, and health strategies. Learn how FI events can enrich your financial journey and explore practical advice on budgeting and lifestyle design. Key Highlights: Timestamp 00:02:02 - Highlights from the Economy Conference Ginger shares insights from the economy conference, which serves as a significant gathering for the FI community. The community is described as welcoming and open, with events providing opportunities for networking and meaningful connections. Timestamp 00:07:06 - The Importance of Community Key Quote: “The FI community is incredibly welcoming and inclusive.” Discussion on the significance of attending FI events for personal enrichment. Timestamp 00:14:59 - Mindful Spending Tips Key Quote: “Food costs can be the second largest expense for most individuals.” Importance of mindful shopping and meal planning to minimize food waste and budgeting efficiently. Timestamp 00:21:30 - Health & Fitness Discussion Brad discusses his workout routine emphasizing proper form and mindful exercise. Key insight: Focusing on the last reps during workouts is crucial for muscle growth. Timestamp 00:40:25 - Travel Insights Ginger shares upcoming travel plans and experiences with travel rewards. Key Quote: “Maximize your travel rewards and travel for less!” Timestamp 00:43:20 - Actionable Travel Rewards Strategies Ginger's tips on using free night certificates efficiently. Discussion of strategies for getting refunds on credit card annual fees and other charges. Actionable Takeaways: Attend FI events to expand your network and learn from others. 00:07:06 Practice mindfulness with your food purchases and meal planning to reduce waste. 00:14:59 Focus on proper form in workouts to prevent injuries and maximize gains. 00:29:03 Evaluate your travel rewards strategies before booking future trips. 00:43:20 Join a local FI group to meet like-minded individuals. 00:48:05 Discussion Questions: How does attending events impact your financial journey? 00:07:06 What strategies do you use to minimize food waste? 00:14:59 How important is community in achieving financial independence? 00:07:06 FAQs: What is the value of attending FI events? FI events provide a platform for networking, sharing experiences, and insights into financial independence. 00:07:06 How can I reduce food waste? Practice mindful shopping and meal planning to minimize food waste effectively. 00:14:59 What workout strategies can help build muscle? Focus on form and ensure your last reps of a set are challenging to stimulate muscle growth. 00:29:03 What are the best travel rewards strategies? Utilize free night certificates and plan ahead to maximize your travel rewards efficiently. 00:43:20 Related Resources: Monarch Money - Budgeting app discussed in the episode. 00:17:16 GoodRx - Tool for saving on prescriptions. 00:39:28 MD Save - Resource for obtaining medical procedure costs. 00:36:30 ChooseFI Member Site - Your Home for Financial Independence Online Key Quotes: “Consider if an experience will truly enrich your life before diving in.” 00:11:36 “Working out doesn't have to be miserable; find what works for you.” 00:26:10

Do you find it unnerving when ads follow you around the internet? Today's episode reveals how websites monetize user behavior through advertising technologies such as tracking pixels. Our panel of advertising and privacy experts explain how ad re-targeting works, and debate the Federal Trade Commission's guidance on improper use of pixel technology and the potential impact on businesses and consumers. With special guests: Michael Sherling, Attorney, Federal Trade Commission, Olivia Adendorff, Partner, Kirkland & Ellis LLP, and Alan Butler, Executive Director and President, Electronic Privacy Information Center Related Links: Lurking Beneath the Surface: Hidden Impacts of Pixel Tracking,  Hosted by: Anant Raut

In this episode of Thriving Practice, we welcome back Kyle Kiser, co-founder of ArriveHealth, to discuss the company's remarkable growth and its innovative solutions in healthcare technology. Since our last conversation a little over a year ago, ArriveHealth has doubled its revenue, a testament to the value of their real-time benefit network. Kyle shares how their technology is streamlining the prescription process by providing real-time, patient-specific cost information at the point of care. We explore how this system not only helps patients access more affordable medications but also streamlines the often cumbersome prior authorization process, reducing turnaround times from days to hours. Kyle shares insights on how their solution benefits multiple stakeholders in the healthcare ecosystem, from providers and patients to health plans and pharmacy benefit managers. Join us for an enlightening discussion on the future of digital prescribing, medication management, and how technology is being leveraged to enhance trust between patients and providers. Key Points: ArriveHealth's core offering: Real-time benefit network for e-prescribing workflows Company growth: Doubled in size from a revenue perspective in the past year How ArriveHealth's technology works:    - Provides real-time, patient-specific cost information at the point of prescribing    - Suggests lower-cost alternatives for medications and pharmacies    - Streamlines the prior authorization process Benefits for various stakeholders:    - Providers: Reduced administrative burden, improved workflow efficiency    - Patients: Lower medication costs, improved adherence, better healthcare experience    - Pharmacists: Cleaner scripts, fewer callbacks    - Insurance companies/PBMs: Cost savings, reduced administrative work Integration with major EMR systems (Epic, Cerner, Athena, eClinicalWorks) Partnership with GoodRx for additional cost-saving options Success metrics: Switch rates more than twice the industry average Future developments:    - Automating downstream processes (e.g., prior authorizations)    - AI-driven adherence tool for patient-provider communication ArriveHealth's mission: Reintroducing consumer choice in healthcare and leveraging trust between patients and providers Quotes: "We measure success by how often they accept that. And we're seeing switch rates that are more than twice the industry average." - Kyle Kiser on measuring the impact of ArriveHealth's recommendations "The most powerful leverage point to solve problems in healthcare is the trust that exists between patients and providers." - Kyle Kiser on the importance of trust in healthcare Kyle's Bio: Kyle is Chief Executive officer at Arrive Health, the leader in delivering real-time cost and coverage data to decision-making workflows. In his role, he focuses on helping providers and care teams improve patient access, affordability, and outcomes while reducing administrative burden. By partnering with health systems, health plans, IT vendors, and pharmacy benefit managers, Arrive health enables transparency and better patient care nationwide. Since 2013, Klye has helped grow the company from a vision to a reality, and has been at the forefront of some of the most transformational initiatives in healthcare. In particular, he has focused on projects that enable informed decision-making. His focus on interoperability has allowed partners to improve provider workflows and reduce medication costs for millions of patients. Kyle has helped develop incentive strategies for a country's most innovative employers and led product launches with the nation's largest payers. Prior to Arrive Health, he was a senior leader at Welltok, Catapult Health, and Principal Wellness Company.  Find Kyle: Arrive Health Website LinkedIn Connect With Us: Thriving Practice Community Be a Guest on the Show Schedule Strategy Session with Tracy Tracy's LinkedIn Business LinkedIn Page

In an era where customer expectations are higher than ever, building lasting connections goes beyond just selling a product or service. At the recent IMEX Brand Experience Summit in Las Vegas, InVision CEO Angie Smith sat down with industry leaders Dan Preiss, VP of Experiential Marketing at Dell Technologies, and Lindsay Merkle, VP of Growth Marketing at GoodRx, to explore how brands can deepen relationships with their audiences through meaningful engagement and powerful collaborations.Key takeaways:The evolving definition of brand loyalty and what it takes to win long-term customer trust.Why strategic partnerships are essential for amplifying reach and impact.How hyper-personalization and human-to-human marketing are shaping the future of brand experiences.The power of content atomization—how to extend the life and value of event-driven content.Real-world examples of brands that are leading the way in loyalty and engagement.Whether you're a marketer, brand strategist, or event professional, you won't want to miss this conversation. Tune in now!

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Yet, despite the availability of treatments, many individuals hesitate to seek help due to stigma, cost, or lack of accessibility. Raj Amin, CEO and Co-Founder of Arcade Therapeutics, is tackling this problem by harnessing the power of gaming to provide evidence-based anxiety relief."One of the biggest challenges to engaging people is really the format of that engagement," Raj explained. "It's a big obstacle to get people into therapy. A lot of people haven't tried therapy. There's a lot of stigma associated with it. So we've got to figure out ways to give them an on-ramp to begin self-care. And that's really where gaming comes in."Arcade Therapeutics has developed a mobile game that integrates a psychological technique proven to reduce anxiety symptoms. Rather than requiring users to commit to therapy or medication right away, this game offers a more accessible and engaging way to start managing anxiety. "Two-thirds of Americans play games," Raj noted. "What if you could actually embed a psychological technique into the game that is proven to reduce anxiety symptoms? That's what we've done at Arcade."The company's business model relies on scientific validation, with research-backed methods that have undergone clinical trials funded in part by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This has positioned Arcade Therapeutics to be recognized as a digital therapeutic—a form of software-as-medicine. As a result, its products can be prescribed by doctors and reimbursed by insurance providers. With the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rolling out new billing codes for digital mental health treatments starting in 2025, the company is poised for rapid growth.Arcade Therapeutics is currently raising capital through a regulated investment crowdfunding campaign on WeFunder, allowing everyday investors to support this innovative approach to mental health care. "We need to democratize the way that early-stage companies get built," Raj said. "Crowdfunding allows us to set the stage for a future where companies can be supported by the people who believe in them, including therapists and doctors who see the value in what we're building."Investors and mental health advocates interested in learning more can visit s4g.biz/AT to support Arcade Therapeutics' mission. By blending science with gaming, Raj and his team are making mental health support more engaging, accessible, and effective.tl;dr:* Raj Amin, CEO of Arcade Therapeutics, explains how gaming can be leveraged to treat anxiety.* Arcade Therapeutics' mobile game integrates a psychological technique clinically proven to reduce anxiety.* The company's business model relies on digital therapeutics, enabling insurance reimbursement for mental health treatments.* Raj discusses his superpower, creative problem-solving, and how it has shaped his career.* He shares actionable tips on fostering creativity, including context-switching and learning from diverse fields.How to Develop Creative Problem Solving As a SuperpowerRaj Amin's superpower is creative problem-solving. Throughout his career, Raj has applied his ability to connect different ideas and industries to create impactful solutions. "I would say that I have a creative side in how I think about new businesses," he shared in today's episode. "And I think I've applied that to the problems that I see in the world that I feel need solving."An illustrative example of Raj's superpower is his work with Arcade Therapeutics. Recognizing the stigma and barriers to mental health treatment, he saw an opportunity to use gaming—something millions of people engage with daily—as a platform for delivering anxiety-reducing therapies. "Gaming is something that people are already doing and it's engaging, but we can now apply that in a way that helps bring down stigma and improve access to earlier treatments for mental health," he explained.To develop creative problem-solving as a personal strength, Raj suggests:* Engage in context switching – "I might grab a guitar, play a song for 10 minutes, and then shift to a business challenge. The intersections between different activities often lead to new ideas."* Expose yourself to diverse fields – "Dive into new subjects. For instance, I explored AI and then thought about how it could be applied to mental health."* Solve problems you personally experience – "I created a mini AI-driven coach for myself to see how technology could be leveraged for mental wellness."By following Raj Amin's example and advice, you can make creative problem-solving a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileRaj Amin (he/him):CEO and Co-Founder, Arcade TherapeuticsAbout Arcade Therapeutics: We develop evidence-backed therapeutic games to help address $300B in US costs for untreated mental health conditions.Website: www.arcadetherapeutics.comOther URL: wefunder.com/arcadetherapeuticsBiographical Information: Raj Amin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Arcade Therapeutics, a pioneering healthcare startup transforming mental health treatment through innovative, game-based solutions backed by decades of neuroscientific research. With a career spanning healthcare, media, and consumer tech, Raj has consistently driven ventures that blend cutting-edge technology with impactful consumer engagement. Previously, he co-founded Mana Health, a data-driven healthcare platform acquired by Comcast Connected Health, and HealthiNation, the first on-demand consumer health video network that reached over 100 million monthly viewers and 40 million cable TV homes, later acquired by GoodRx. 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From fast food drive-throughs to Netflix autoplay, many of America's favorite products are designed to maximize profits at the expense of our health. But Thomas Goetz, co-founder of Building H, believes there's a better way. In this episode about corporate responsibility and public health, the former WIRED editor explains why changing company behavior may be easier than changing consumer habits – and how a new health accountability index could help transform America.We cover:

We're back with our first episode of 2025!! To celebrate, we're bringing you everything you didn't know you needed to know about night sweats! "Night sweats are very common, but they can be quite disruptive when severe. Fortunately, there are ways you can stop them once you find the cause" (GoodRx). Join us this week as we discuss the symptoms, causes, and treatment options available for this truly nightmarish condition. SHOW NOTES - Julie's Uplifting Story: ) - Inga's Uplifting Story: ) - Article: ) SHOW NOTES ⁠Julie's Uplifting Story: ⁠Poppy the Pygmy Hippo Inga's Uplifting Story: ⁠#GodsGotThis Articles: 4 Ways to Help Fight Night Sweats Watch the video: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/Z2BuAU562So FOLLOW INGA + JULIE! Connect with Inga on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/inga-lake-4857301b8/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Julie on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-brubaker-3a89b2114/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Caregiven on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thecaregivenpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Caregiven on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thecaregivenpodcast?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the Caregiven YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChtq-gS4yCWGE5UFnrU8OAA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow EPAGA Home Care on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/EPAGAHomeCare⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Care and Share Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/715609402176814⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow EPAGA Home Care on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/epagahomecare/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow EPAGA Home Care on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/epaga-home-care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit EPAGA's Website for more articles about home care: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.epagahomecare.com/articles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in opening your own EPAGA Home Care? Check out our Franchise Opportunities: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.epagahomecarefranchise.com

In this episode of The Common Sense MD, Dr. Rogers speaks with Vinay Patel, PharmD, about the challenges of making pharmaceuticals affordable. They explore staggering price disparities, such as a narcolepsy patient facing a $750 bill at CVS versus $35 via GoodRx at Food City, and discuss why such differences occur. Vinay introduces MakoRx, his company using a cost-plus model to promote transparency and affordability in medications, particularly through local mom-and-pop pharmacies. Dr. Rogers and Vinay also tackle the role of PBMs and the importance of personalized pharmacy care. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersections of healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and patient advocacy. For more insights, visit makorx.com. Tune in now for practical solutions to drug pricing issues. Check out our brand new online vitamin store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://performancemedicine.net/shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ What did you think of this episode of the podcast? Let us know by leaving a review! Connect with Performance Medicine! Sign up for our weekly newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://performancemedicine.net/doctors-note-sign-up/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@PMedicine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@PerformancemedicineTN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Performance Medicine⁠

End of the year money saving advice for prescription medications from Toni King.  Want more information? Take advantage of Toni's brand new video series now a available at https://tonisays.com  Remember - with Medicare it's what you don't know that will hurt you!  There's so much good information in this podcast, please be sure to share this podcast with your friends! Recognized by feedspot.com as one of the best Medicare Podcasts in the nation! Write Toni - info@tonisays.com. Toni's book is available at www.seniorresource.com and https://tonisays.com You can call Toni at 832-519-8664 Toni welcomes all Medicare questions. Toni ow offers informative Medicare Webinars for all of your Medicare needs at https://tonisays.com  You can find Medicare Moments wherever you find your favorite podcasts, such as: Apple: https://apple.co/44MoguG Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7c82BS4hb145GiVYfnIRsoAmazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/884c1f46-9905-4b29-a97a-1a164c97546b/medicare-moments?refMarker=null Toni's new book: Maze of Medicare is now available at www.tonisays.com Combining Scripture with Medicare, it is the only book of its kind.  Toni's columns appear weekly in about 100 newspapers across America. If you would like Toni's column to appear in your local paper, or if you would like Toni to speak at an event - contact Toni King at 832-519-8664 Thank you for listening and be sure to tell your friends about Medicare Moments!  Blessings! Toni KingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Journey of Redemption: Branden Terrell's Path to Accountability and Transformation In this week's raw and powerful episode, Marcus and Melanie meet with Branden Terrell, a man whose life has been defined by both profound tragedy and transformation. Branden's journey began with a devastating crime—the voluntary manslaughter of his friend, Ryan Roth, in 2012. After serving over a decade in prison, Branden is now committed to rebuilding his life and advocating for restorative justice, but his path to redemption is far from simple. Branden gets real about the night he took Ryan's life—a night marked by a dangerous mix of drugs, alcohol, and emotional turmoil. He shares how this tragedy has shaped his current mission to support victims' families, advocate for survivors, and push for more effective rehabilitation programs for incarcerated individuals. Branden takes full responsibility for his actions, acknowledging the pain and devastation caused to Ryan's family and the community. He also discusses the impact of substance abuse on his behavior that night, but emphasizes that no excuse can absolve him of his actions. Throughout the episode, Branden shares his struggles, regrets, and efforts to make amends for the harm he caused. His commitment to transformation is clear, but he acknowledges that healing, for both himself and the Roth family, is a long and complex journey. This episode is not just about Branden's personal redemption; it's about understanding the broader impact of crime, the importance of accountability, and the possibilities for growth and healing within the justice system. In This Episode You Will Hear: • I've seen a lot of poverty and the impact of drugs. My hopes and dreams was to play professional football or baseball. (12:30) • By the time I was expelled in my junior year after football season, I had been to 17 different schools. (12:46) • I knew my family loved me, but the only place I had that real validation was playing sports. (13:02) • I started hanging around all the wrong people, all the wrong places, seeking validation, wanting to be accepted, covered myself with tattoos. (15:29) • The only time I've ever had handcuffs on me was when I was under the influence of alcohol. (18:08) • By the time I was 18, I was living a full-on criminal lifestyle. (19:35) • My mom – even if I'm doing something wrong, she's gonna have my back. (25:49) • All the folks I was running with [would say] “You're the biggest liability when you start drinking.” (34:54) • We went out to dinner with some of the folks that were trimming. I remember sitting at the table, waitress is taking orders and everybody's ordering drinks, and I'm having this internal conversation with myself: “Brandon don't do it. You don't need to drink.” They get to me: “What the heck, 1 drink ain't gonna kill nobody. I ordered a drink. Within hours after that, I was arrested for murder. (38:10) • Me and Ryan had some words. He punched me and then from there, I went into a blackout. I grabbed a knife and ended up taking his life. (39:01) • When I was drinking and I got into something, I'd just go into a rage.(47:45) • I had this vision of “I'm gonna use this to help people be sober one day. I'm gonna help people live their best life through sobriety.” (53:59) • I didn't know that was okay, as a man, to talk about feelings. (55:32) • There's a lot of strong guys in prison, but there's a lot of weak individuals too. (57:55) • I was a closet cowardly christian. (75:48) • So I get on my knees, and promised God never to use alcohol again.(80:24) • That's what life's all about. Finding the God-given strength, ability and purpose and using it to help people. (91:11) • I knew I had a problem with alcohol, but I was afraid to ask for help. (119:45) Socials: - Website: ElevateImpact.com - IG: Brandenterrellcoaching - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - GoodRX.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   -  kalshi.com/TNQ    - PXG.com/TNQ   -  joinbilt.com/TNQ    - Tonal.com [TNQ]   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]

Warrior of God: The Spiritual Battle with Dom Raso This week's Team Never Quit guest is Dom Raso, a former Navy SEAL Team Six operator who is renowned for his elite military service and deeply inspiring journey of faith and personal transformation. Dom's name is synonymous with the highest levels of military excellence, but beyond his unparalleled contributions to the U.S. military, his story is one of profound spiritual resilience, unwavering commitment to family, and a fierce devotion to spreading the Gospel. Dom served with distinction as part of Navy SEAL Team Six, a unit known for its elite status and high-risk operations. Throughout his career, he contributed to the development of military techniques that are still in use today. But in this episode, Dom reveals the deeper side of his journey—how he has navigated grief, loss, and intense physical and spiritual battles while remaining anchored in his faith. Now a devoted Catholic, husband, father of five, and entrepreneur, Dom is leveraging his platform to lead others into deeper encounters with God. With an Instagram following of over 175,000 people, he is a bold evangelist, sharing scriptural reflections, his devotion to the Rosary, and his love for the Eucharist. As the founder of Crush Everything, a company focused on equipping individuals to defend themselves and their loved ones, Dom embodies the philosophy that the physical and spiritual are intertwined in the life of a warrior. In this conversation, Dom reflects on his experiences as a Navy SEAL, the power of prayer, and the concept of spiritual warfare. He shares how the Rosary, a tool he has cherished since his military days, has become his most powerful weapon. Dom also explores the importance of living a disciplined life, staying close to the Lord, and using one's unique gifts to evangelize and spread virtue in the culture. In This Episode You Will Hear: • Most people have enough children around them where really you could spend the majority of your time teaching them. (17:57) • If we're not taking those moments we had as a kid and really expounding on them and making them better for our children, we're missing a key point in the gifts we can give them.(19:34) • I had a lot of people speaking very positively [to me]. (21:42) • At about 8 or 9, I would say that was a sure sign of like:”That's it. Now I know what I'm doing.” (23:07) • The Holy Spirit just put it on my heart and said: That's the path.” (23:21) • I believe God has a deep purpose for everybody. (25:10) • Life is made up of choices.(25:22) • I love my father. I love my mother - to death. They knew what was right, but they didn't live it out themselves. (29:07) • What I was missing was a guy like us, or man – a real man, that grabbed me on the shoulders and said “Son, you're not walking on the right path.”(30:43) • I always felt the closeness of God in my life, whether I was on an operation, or going through a challenging time in in my life. You're trying to make sense of what's going on. But you know that God's presence is with you. (33:27) • I meet a lot of team guys who either: A-they know they really need God, or they think that they are God.(34:06) • We're going to go through challenging moments in our lives. We're gonna get our butt kicked. It's though those challenges that form us and forge us to have the faith we have today. (36:27) • There's no way I'd be the man I am today without God's help. (38:26) • Everybody has opportunities to have God work in their life. (39:22) • One of my major call to actions to other men is” Do you want to into the fight and be part of the solution, or are you just gonna point your finger at the bad and never do anything about it?” • Everybody listening: We're all stewarding something. (60:12) • We're really to at the physical part, we're really goo at the mindset part. But it's the Spirit that we're lacking. (85:40) Socials: - Website: https://crusheverything.com - IG: https://www.instagram.com/domraso?igsh=MXZnOHl0ZzI0OW9hMQ==  - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - GoodRX.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   -  kalshi.com/TNQ    - PXG.com/TNQ   -  joinbilt.com/TNQ    - Tonal.com [TNQ]   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]

In the Line of Duty: Rodney Magallan's Legacy in Protective Operations In this week's Team Never Quit episode, Marcus and Melanie welcome Rodney Magallan, a distinguished expert in protective operations and personal security with an unparalleled career spanning over 35 years. From his early days as a Navy SEAL to his pivotal roles with the U.S. Marshals, CIA, and corporate executive protection, Rodney has operated in some of the world's most challenging environments. Join us as Rodney shares his journey through completing BUDS (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL) training, his deployments with SEAL Team 4 and later SEAL Team 6, where he became a leader in cutting-edge maritime capabilities, transitioning into federal law enforcement as a U.S. Marshal and training protective agents with the CIA's Global Response Staff. Leading executive protection teams in both corporate and private sectors. Commanding special operations teams in high-stakes, non-permissive environments.  Rodney's extensive accolades include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, multiple Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals, and the CIA's Exceptional Performance Award. Beyond his operational expertise, he's a certified firearms instructor, a martial arts apprentice, and a mentor to the next generation of security professionals. Rodney brings to the table leadership lessons from a career built on discipline, adaptability, and service. Tune in for a riveting conversation with one of the most seasoned experts in the field of personal security and protective operations. Whether you're in the industry or simply intrigued by high-stakes security, this episode is a must-listen. In This Episode You Will Hear: • People don't believe me when I tell them that the first time that live bullets were coming my way – it was uneventful. (6:27) • When I went to Jumpmaster school, it was easy because 18 Delta just drove that process into me. (11;07) • In 2000, we found out that my mother was one of 17 heirs to 160,000 acres of land and gold. (13:40) • I thought being on the Teams and running hard was what I was supposed to do. I realize now that family matters. (16:49) • We're all gonna do a swim test to qualify for SEALS or diver. Hey, we're gonna do the sidestroke. And I'm like “What's the sidestroke?” I'd never even heard of the sidestroke. (22:34) • I don't see myself as cool. I just see it as something I did. Every time I do something else, I'm not gonna quit. If I commit to it, I'm gonna do it to the best of my ability. (28:22) • You matter, and you can do it. You choose if you're gonna let them beat you down, or motivate you. You can do it. (32:17) • No one could hurt me more than my mom. (32:26) • I actually lied and said I spoke Spanish. That's how I got to Team 4. (36:19) • AIDS was huge back in the 80s and 90s. AIDS is gonna kill you. You couldn't do mouth-to-mouth unless you had a pocket mask. (43:44) • [Melanie] Q: Your total service time is what?  A: 35 ½ years. (65:44) • II you go make and look at all the decisions I made, all but one, to go to the CIA, that was the only one where “I gotta get back to war. My brothers are there. “All the rest of ‘em were, “I wanted to provide. I wanted to be a good husband. I want to be a good dad. (81:05) • When I interviewed with Walmart, there's five of ‘em sitting there, and they're asking me questions. And they're like “What are your goals here at Walmart?” And I'm like “Well, I want to be a soccer dad.” And they started laughing. (81:22) • [Marcus] Some guys have to switch into the life. We're always in it. (91:34) • You don't have to be like me. Just be the best at what you say you are. (94:38) • Don't take a space that someone else wants, if you have no intentions on going and doing what you took the oath to do. (94:51) • [Some guys get it the easy way, just living they get it. Some of us have to go out and bleed for it. (95:21) Socials: - Website: https://ballastbooks.com/purchase/tip-of-the-spear/ - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - GoodRX.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   -  kalshi.com/TNQ    - PXG.com/TNQ   -  joinbilt.com/TNQ    - Tonal.com [TNQ]   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]

Prescriptions for Wegovy have doubled and prescriptions for Zepbound have tripled in the past year, according to a recent report from GoodRx, a company that searches for deals on medicines. Weight loss drugs are pricey though, and insurance plans often don’t cover them if they’re used for weight loss. We’ll hear about some of the wins for those in the business of losing. Also on this morning’s show: Australia’s news tax and France’s disarrayed economy.

Prescriptions for Wegovy have doubled and prescriptions for Zepbound have tripled in the past year, according to a recent report from GoodRx, a company that searches for deals on medicines. Weight loss drugs are pricey though, and insurance plans often don’t cover them if they’re used for weight loss. We’ll hear about some of the wins for those in the business of losing. Also on this morning’s show: Australia’s news tax and France’s disarrayed economy.

Resilience and Recon: The Inspiring Journey of Davey Lind In this week's Team Never Quit episode, Marcus and Melanie meet with Master Sergeant Davey Lind, a United States Marine, combat veteran, and motivational leadership speaker whose life story is a testament to resilience, courage, and the power of perseverance. Born and raised in Titusville, Pennsylvania, Davey embarked on his military journey immediately after high school, joining the Marine Corps in 1989. Over the years, he honed his skills and leadership as a Recon Marine, serving in pivotal roles from scout to team leader and participating in key operations, including Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and the Iraq War. On June 14, 2007, Davey's life changed forever when a pressure plate IED in Iraq led to the loss of his legs below the knees. Incredibly, he took his first steps just two months after the injury and has continued to inspire others with his unyielding spirit and dedication to recovery and service. Today, Davey is a sought-after motivational speaker, sharing lessons learned from the battlefield and life, focusing on leadership, adaptability, and grit. He resides in Corona, California, with his wife Lisa and their four children, where he continues to make a difference in the private sector with his involvement with PXG Golf. It became a great outlet for him and something to look forward to. He is actively involved in helping veterans heal in the context of golf outings and they have made more friends and memories from various golf adventures. Join us as we dive into Davey's incredible journey, from the challenges of combat to overcoming life-altering injuries and emerging as a beacon of strength and inspiration.  In This Episode You Will Hear: • 35 in the Marine Corps, that's old. (14:04) • We were part of a surge in the summer of '07, and my vehicle struck and activated a pressure plate IED. This IED went off directly underneath me, and from that blast I became a double leg amputee. (15:02) • I rolled over on my back to try to use my left leg to push, and when I tried to do that, that's when I realized my left leg was gone. (24:50) • I'm married, I have kids, I have goals, and I was immediately aware of how challenging my life was gonna be. (25:17) • As a platoon sergeant, I was armed with both a rifle and pistol. That pistol was on my hip, and I had the conscious thought to end my life right there. I could do it before they could finish working on me. (25:33) • I had a very clear moment of calming, reflection of “everybody did their best.” I'm just gonna die here on the battlefield. (26:54) • My initial assessment was “You're gonna walk in about 10 months to a year. (33:32) • Being in a wheelchair, even as a gunny, is like the kids table at Thanksgiving. Nobody's talking to you; they're talking about you. (35:08) • There's a great relationship you have to have with your prosthetic doctor. The fit has to be tight, but not too tight. Then there's alignment. There's a lot that goes into it. (37:39) • Guys like me – a double leg amputee, I call guys that are single leg below the knee – we refer to that as a paper cut. (38:48) • Perspective is everything. (39:35) • I was able to retire though, which is important because I did a full 20 years, 6 months, and 3 days of active duty time. (46:15) • In 2018 I got one of the greatest phone calls I've ever received. Kevin Hudson from PXG called me and said, “We got a program going on - PXG Heroes. If I help you with this program, do you think you could golf a little bit more, and talk about the program, and introduce people to PXG. Would you be willing to do that? (48:19) • Golf is the only thing you can do competitively for the rest of your life. (62:45) • [Marcus] In the beginning you wonder why you got hit. You got hit so you can show people what it's like and stay up. (65:14)  Socials: - Website: http://www.daveylind.com/about.html - Website: https://www.pxg.com/ - IG: davey_lind - IG: pxg - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - GoodRX.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   -  kalshi.com/TNQ    - PXG.com/TNQ   -  joinbilt.com/TNQ    - Tonal.com [TNQ]   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]

Redefining Mindsets and Building Community In this week's Team Never Quit Podcast, Marcus and Melanie's guest is Earl Granville, a true testament to resilience, leadership, and the power of positive mindset. Earl shares his transformative journey from trauma to triumph, offering listeners insights into how to redefine their own mindset to create the space for positive shifts in life. He discusses stepping out of your comfort zone, becoming the leader you are meant to be, and the critical importance of building and maintaining a healthy community. Earl's story is nothing short of inspiring. Just two weeks into basic training at Fort Benning, GA, with his twin brother Joe, the tragic events of 9/11 unfolded, marking a pivotal moment in his life. Earl went on to serve nine years as an Infantryman in the Army National Guard, with multiple deployments to Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan. During his final tour, Earl lost his left leg below the knee due to a roadside bomb, and tragically, he also lost two of his teammates, Major Scott Hagerty and Specialist Derek Holland, on that same day. After the loss of his limb in combat and the passing of his brother Joe, who took his own life while serving on active duty, Earl discovered the power of a positive mindset and became a passionate advocate for mental health, physical fitness, and resilience. He continues his journey as a public speaker, traveling the country to share his story and motivate others to overcome challenges. In addition to speaking, Earl works with several non-profits like Operation Enduring Warrior, the Oscar Mike Foundation, and WarriorStrong, all of which help wounded veterans and law enforcement officers stay physically active post-injury. Earl's efforts have earned him numerous awards, including the 2018 Attorney General Heart So Big Award, the Junior Chamber International (JCI USA) TOYA Award, and the 2018 Daughters of the American Revolution Veterans Volunteer Award. He retired as a Staff Sergeant with multiple honors, including the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and Combat Infantryman Badge. Tune in to hear how Earl Granville's story of overcoming adversity and his commitment to positive change can inspire you to face your own challenges with resilience, build stronger connections, and lead a life of purpose. In This Episode You Will Hear: • One good thing about these conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan is that we've had a lot of people in their 20s and 30s that were losing limbs that causes technology to be boosted. (3:48) • The amputee's best friend is your Allen wrench. (7:03) • [At] NYPD, the culture today is like the modern day Vietnam veteran. (21:09) • Joining the military made it about me. What can I get out of this? Sure – free college. But going to Iraq, I became an NCO, put in charge of people. I realized this isn't about me, it's about us. (37:27) • There's pride that people take when tragedy happens. It's what the community does to honor those who aren't here anymore. (42:52) • I remember going over the headset talking to my guys like “Damn, it's beautiful here, look at this green grass. Who's water the grass in Afghanistan?” The next thing I remember, I saw nothing but black. (65:52) • I was ejected out of my Humvee and I wasn't wearing mu gunner's harness which probably saved my life, because the roof peeled back like a tuna can. (70:04) • Everything happened right in my situation. I really do feel that way. What do I have to complain about? (70:20) • Afghans don't have the will to fight. (76:26) • Have you ever met an Afghan or an Iraqi with an Iraqi flag or an Afghan flag tattoo? (76:43) • I went under for surgery on my hip, and I woke up in Germany, with a nurse pulling a breathing tube out of my throat. (79:02) • Joe [my twin brother] seeing me in this state, says to me: “I shoulda just gone with you. (84:23) • It's not forever. I'm gonna get my independence back. I'm gonna be walking again, cause it's not forever. (96:08) • While on active duty, my twin brother, Staff Sergeant Joe Granville, takes his own life. (97:57) • How do I get this second chance at life, and Joe [my twin brother] take his away? (98:08) • Not every mental health situation with an armed forces service member is PTSD related. (109:00) • The big thing people need is purpose – military or not. (110:29) • I found this passion of physical fitness once again thanks to being introduced to Crossfit. (120:41) • People you surround yourself with, I truly believe, makes who you are. (125:15) Socials: - Website: earlgranville.org - IG: Earlgranville - Enduringwarrior.org - Oscar mike foundation Oscarmike.org - warriorstrongink - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - GoodRX.com/TNQ   -  kalshi.com/TNQ    - PXG.com/TNQ   -  joinbilt.com/TNQ    - Tonal.com [TNQ]   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]

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From the depths of despair to unparalleled heights of personal redemption. This week, Marcus and Melanie meet with Taylor Cavanaugh, whose story is one of grit, resilience, and transformation. A former Navy SEAL turned French Foreign Legionnaire, Taylor is the only person to hold this unique distinction. His journey has taken him from jail cells to homelessness and even suicidal thoughts, only to find salvation through discipline and a clear sense of purpose. In this episode, you'll hear firsthand about Taylor's turbulent path from becoming a Navy SEAL to being kicked out of the U.S. military; How a spiral of pleasure-chasing and lack of purpose led to hitting rock bottom; The life-changing moment of clarity that led him to France and the French Foreign Legion; The rigorous discipline and mental fortification that helped him rebuild his life, and practical insights on how to unlearn self-sabotaging behaviors, cultivate inner peace, and align daily habits with your long-term vision. Taylor is committed to teaching others how to reclaim their lives by building a strong body, mind, and spirit. He shares actionable strategies to create a beautiful life through discipline, mindfulness, and purposeful choices. His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how far you've fallen, redemption is possible through perseverance, discipline, and self-reflection. In This Episode You Will Hear: • I remember the day and the moment I wanted to be a SEAL. I was 7, and I was on the hill at Point Loma, and I go “Hey dad, what's that?” “Those are SEALS training in the bay. From that point on, I was in the library and Blockbuster getting the VHS tapes. I couldn't get enough of it. (10:41) • I was really good on the field with all that training, but the minute I got off the field, I lost my discipline. (11:50) • If anybody's aware of how BUDS is, it's like a living organism. (21:48) • I hit a guy in a bar – one time. That one punch changed the trajectory of my life, because I broke his orbital eye socket. (29:32) • I'm no victim. I knew it was against the rules. I did it, and I brought heat on myself. That's why the commanding officer at Team 7 gave me a general discharge. (34:03) • I started stacking some bad habits. Without building my self-worth. No alignment with God. I had lost my identity. (35:41) • Nobody could tell me anything, because “Hey look at all the external stuff,” but internally I was in chaos. (36:09) • You can't bend reality that long. (36:51) • I was just tired of trying. Then I had this moment. Reset man… It was that moment where I said “Fuck it. I'm going to the French Foreign Legion.” (37:36) • If you serve your time, you can get French citizenship. (39:01) • It was psychologically challenging. You're also alone. I lost my life. (43:30) • They gave me a fake French passport with a fake name: Trent Clayson. (43:47) • 150 nations are represented in the foreign legion. (47:54) • If they hear you speaking English, they're gonna reprimand you. Give you a little extra love. (50:53) • I started ratcheting up my discipline. Getting up at 3:30 in the morning. Training. Doing my macros. Reading the scripture. Really started going internal with it. I stated to feel better. (69:50) • I'm a conduit. I gotta hold myself to a higher standard. (71:10) • I didn't expect to do Rambo shit. I want to use it as a vehicle for self-development. (72:32) • We have rear view mirrors, to glance back to situational awareness, but that's why it's a lot smaller. (75:55) • Even professional athletes have coaches. (78:31) Socials: - Website: https://www.taylorcavanaugh.com/ - IG: https://www.instagram.com/tcavofficial - Youtube: https://youtube.com/@tcavofficial - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - GoodRX.com/TNQ   -  kalshi.com/TNQ    - PXG.com/TNQ   -  joinbilt.com/TNQ    - Tonal.com [TNQ]   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]

On episode 496 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith welcomes back to the podcast Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN, a nurse, podcaster, and medical writer whose experience creating a non-traditional career trajectory can serve as inspiration for nurses who would like to follow in her highly successful entrepreneurial footsteps. In the course of their conversation, Keith and Janelle discuss her path to becoming a freelance medical writer with a wide range of corporate clients, including GoodRX, Health.com, and Haymarket. They also discuss Janelle's online writing academy that walks nurses and healthcare professionals through the steps of starting a remunerative and satisfying freelance writing career. Also addressed is Janelle's branding and social media strategy that combines both personal and professional reflections that paint a picture of an engaged, approachable, and personable human being who shares her life and work in a genuine and authentic manner. Outside of her writing work, Janelle is deeply passionate about helping other nurses. She hosts the Nursing Now podcast and focuses on nurse advocacy, mental health awareness, and remote work options. When she's not pursuing her entrepreneurial ventures, you can find her skiing, flying through the air on a trapeze, or stargazing.  Connect with Janelle McSwiggin: Willow Bark Writing Willow Bark Writing Academy Nursing Now Podcast LinkedIn YouTube Contact Nurse Keith about holistic career coaching to elevate your nursing and healthcare career at NurseKeith.com. Keith also offers services as a motivational and keynote speaker and freelance nurse writer. You can always find Keith on LinkedIn. Are you looking for a novel way to empower your career and move forward in life? Keith's wife, Shada McKenzie, is a gifted astrologer and reader of the tarot who combines ancient and modern techniques to provide valuable insights into your motivations, aspirations, and life trajectory, and she offers listeners of The Nurse Keith Show a 10% discount on their first consultation. Contact Shada at TheCircelandtheDot.com or shada@thecircleandthedot.com.

From Heart of Texas to Heart of a Mission – Resilience, Family, and a Legacy of Giving Welcome to this week's Team Never Quit episode! Today, we Marcus and Melanie have an incredibly inspiring guest, Kristi Schiller, joining them. Kristi is a Texas philanthropist, entrepreneur, animal lover, and stroke survivor with an unwavering dedication to making the world a safer, kinder, and more compassionate place. Kristi shares her story of resilience, community impact, and love. Kristi's career started in broadcast journalism, with highlights that include being dubbed the “Queen of the Internet” by Forbes in 1997. But it's her charitable work, particularly as the founder of K9s4COPs that has been a true calling. This nonprofit organization provides highly trained K9 officers to law enforcement agencies across the U.S., supporting public safety in a unique way. Kristi's love for animals is evident in her life at Schiller Ranch, where her passion for horses also led her to create the Diamonds & Dirt Barrel Horse Classic, an event that celebrates barrel racing and benefits her nonprofit. In this episode, Kristi opens up about a life-altering experience in 2021. During a routine shopping trip, she suddenly became disoriented, forgetting her name and address—a frightening moment that eventually led to the diagnosis of multiple strokes. She discusses the unexpected struggles and humbling moments of recovery, from speech therapy to relearning simple phrases. Yet, through her journey, Kristi has remained resilient, now using her platform to advocate for stroke awareness, sharing critical insights on recognizing symptoms and prioritizing health. Kristi's message is clear: stay vigilant, cherish your support system, and never underestimate the power of resilience. Don't miss this moving, inspiring conversation with Kristi Schiller! In This Episode You Will Hear: • I saw all these people in front of the banks of TVs and they were crying. I asked “What's going on?” They said a gunman came into a school in Connecticut and shot children, Kindergarteners. (13:12) • [In an airport] So how he approaches that person [who looks like a potential threat] – that sets off the tone for the rest of [the encounter]. (15:01) • [Marcus] The coolest line up would be when those guys [retiring military] are getting out and you have a school where every bus driver is SF (Special Forces). (17:16) • For the most part, they [retired military] want to keep serving. They want to do something. (17:48) • I was like “Even if we just satisfied [the needs] in our area.” Within 3 or 4 months we were in Iowa, and now we're in 40 states, Europe and Africa. We have removed 8 Billion dollars in contraband, made over 200,000 felony arrests, and recovered 150,000 weapons. (26:28) • Everybody thinks that child abuse/molestation, they're gonna grab your kid and take ‘em. That would be a worst case scenario. But a lot of times, you're out and about, shopping, you're maybe at a fair or event. It's somebody just coming by touching, just to cop a feel. (42:38) • [The Amish] have no vaccines, they're not even wearing shoes. They have no TV and no media, and they're thriving. (48:13) • I was really sick during COVID. I didn't realize I'd had 6 strokes. (53:53) • A dog, when it comes in - people will think twice about messing with our nurses, or even doctors. (58:57) • Our government didn't get our hostages out of Iran. It was Oscar Wyatt and John Connally. How did we repay ‘em? We sent ‘em to prison. (63:28) • [Marcus] I tell you what, I wish I was half the man my dogs thought I was. (76:28) • [Marcus - My dog] taught me more about myself than I could've ever learned from a lot of grown men. (76:38) • Have you been to the capitol? They have a separate line. You have a gun on you? Oh, get to go to the front of the line. (83:50) • When you turn on the news and you see that your dog's gone in. A guy drove to Galveston and drove into Galveston Bay. They threw the dog in and he got him out of Galveston Bay. (95:42) Socials: -  IG: KKSCHILLER - K9s4cops.org - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - GoodRX.com/TNQ   -  kalshi.com/TNQ    - PXG.com/TNQ   -  joinbilt.com/TNQ    - Tonal.com [TNQ]   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]   - mackweldon.com/utm_source=streaming&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastlaunch&utm_content=TNQutm_term=TNQ

Mission Accomplished: Rob O'Neill on SEAL Team Six, Leadership, and Life After the Battlefield. In this week's episode, Marcus and Melanie Luttrell meet with one of the most highly decorated combat veterans of our time—Robert J. O'Neill. With an incredible 400+ combat missions under his belt, Rob's experiences span across Liberia, The Balkans, The Persian Gulf, Indian Ocean, Ukraine, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. As a Navy SEAL, Rob served in SEAL Team Two, SEAL Team Four, and spent eight years with the legendary SEAL Team Six. Rob's heroic career is underscored by 53 decorations, including two Silver Stars for gallantry, four Bronze Stars with Valor for heroism, and a host of other prestigious commendations. His resume of skills includes elite qualifications like Military Free-Fall Jumpmaster, Naval Special Warfare Scout/Sniper, and Master Naval Parachutist, among many others. In this episode, we dive deep into Rob's role in some of the most significant military operations in recent history: Operation Red Wings, which saw the rescue of the Lone Survivor, Marcus Luttrell The lead jumper in the daring rescue of Captain Richard Phillips from Somali pirates Operation Neptune's Spear, the mission that brought down Osama bin Laden Beyond the battlefield, Rob is the co-founder of the Special Operators Transition Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to helping special operations veterans transition to successful careers in corporate America. He is also the author of the best-selling memoir, THE OPERATOR: Firing the Shots that Killed Osama bin Laden and My Years as a SEAL Team Warrior. Throughout his post-military career, Rob has become a prominent public speaker, security consultant, and media contributor, sharing expert insights on military strategy and terrorism. Whether speaking to survivors of 9/11 or delivering keynote speeches to business leaders, Rob translates his elite training into actionable lessons on leadership, resilience, and success. Join us as we explore Rob O'Neill's incredible journey from the frontlines to the boardroom and hear his thoughts on leadership, transition, and how to thrive under pressure. Tune in to hear the untold stories and actionable advice from one of America's most decorated heroes!  In This Episode You Will Hear: • I don't think I could beat Marcus at arm wrestling if I can't pick up a bowling ball. (1:58) • You do realize there's a thing called old man strength? (5:53) • [Rob O'Neil] I have a podcast as well, called “The Operator.” We're called The Operator because if you're doing anything, you're an operator. (6:18) • Having a big man to kick your ass and teach you wind a bobbin; you realize there is skill here. (9:59) • When people quit BUDS, it's not because “this is hard”. [It's because] I'm tired of the broken foot; I'm tire of the shin splints; I'm tire of my dislocated shoulder; I'm tired. 21:20) • In BUDS, one of the biggest problems is eating too much. Like I want 5 cheeseburgers, but we have a 4-mile run afterwards. (26:35) • [Rob] and for everyone that doesn't know, can you explain what a SDV is? [Marcus] Imagine a mini submarine and shrink it down. The difference is that a submarine is dry inside, and the SDV is completely full of water. (37:40) • Listen to Marcus discuss the details of being in an SDV for 8 hours. (38:52) • [Marcus] Talk about ultimate torture - If you have a deep freeze in your garage, fill that sucker full of water, crawl in there and sit down for 8 hours. (38:53) • The first time I got in there, I was terrified. (43:49) • [Marcus] There's stuff that happens to us out there. Sometimes safety gets in the way of it. (58:40) • [After falling down the mountain during Operation Red Wings] I could hear that stream running. I've got to get me water, but I kept thinking I can't drink out of it, because my buddies are in it. (79:27) • If you want to make God laugh, tell Him what your plan is. (90:24) • [Marcus] Bro, when you saw that son of a bitch's face [Osama Bin Laden], what was the first thing you saw? [Rob O'Neal] I saw his nose. He was skinny, wearing white – tall. (93:41) • My nickname was “Nisro” (Navy SEAL Rob O'Neal). When they asked “Who got him?” They go “Nisro,” and they said “Fuck! Were never gonna hear the end of it.” (95:38) Socials: -  IG: mchooyah - Host of The Operator Podcast - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - GoodRX.com/TNQ   -  kalshi.com/TNQ    - PXG.com/TNQ   -  joinbilt.com/TNQ    - Tonal.com [TNQ]   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]   - mackweldon.com/utm_source=streaming&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastlaunch&utm_content=TNQutm_term=TNQ

From Combat to Community: The Legacy of James Lorraine In this week's Team Never Quit episode, Marcus and Melanie welcome James Lorraine, a distinguished veteran with over 22 years of service in the U.S. Air Force as a flight nurse and military operations leader. Jim's extensive career spans multiple combat zones, and upon retirement, he became a trailblazer in veteran advocacy, founding the United States Special Operations Command Care Coalition—a gold standard organization serving over 8,000 special operations forces members and their families. Following his government service, Jim established America's Warrior Partnership, an organization impacting the lives of over 60,000 veterans by enhancing their quality of life, reducing homelessness, and improving access to critical services.  James Lorraine's Notable Achievements: • Bronze Star Medal and Secretary of Defense Outstanding Civilian Medal recipient. • Founding Director of the U.S. Special Operations Command Care Coalition and America's Warrior Partnership. • 2015 Presidential Leadership Scholar and active member of various veteran advisory committees. Join us for an inspiring conversation that sheds light on the unwavering spirit of our veterans and the vital role of community in their journey to find purpose post-service. In This Episode You Will Hear: • I'd wake up at 5am, throw my hockey equipment on, and walk in below freezing weather, like about ½ mile to the ice rink for practice at 5:30am. Practice until 7am, then from there, with my hockey bag, I'd go to school, all sweaty and nasty, and when I was finished, I'd go back to the hockey rink. (4:31) • When I was getting recruited to go into the Air Force reserve, I was in a terrible car accident, and I amputated my left foot.  And through a series of miraculous events, the next morning I woke up – best sight I ever had in my life. I woke up, looked down; I had sheets over my legs, and there were two points. (9:52) • I went to the recruiter to join the Air Force, and realized I was color blind. I couldn't fly but I had a nursing degree. They had flight nurses, and you can fly in the back of the plane. • The drive is: “I want to serve.” (12:10) • On the 4th of July, I make my kids read the constitution. (23:44) • [Marcus: Medical Training on live animals] That was the best training. Every time I had to work on a human, it was actually easier [because of it]. (27:06) • [When they attempted to reassign me] my response was “You made the hardest decision of my life the easiest. I'm out.” (30:29) • [Melanie] “When you have your mind, you can do anything.” (37:08) • Everything you did Monday thru Friday prepares you for the following Monday. (37:16) • I went thru a lot of shit, I went through things I should have never done. So how has that made me better? Don't look at it as “I'm disabled” How does that make you better? (37:29) • All these experiences led me to found the Care Coalition. (37:49) • I'm a stalker on Social Media. I don't post a lot, but I watch. I'm friends with most of the real high risk [people] – because I started to watch their social media. (44:28) • I have a friend that has a text train with his platoon. No suicides. They all stay in touch. (48:01) • If you say to somebody: “I have your back. No matter what happens to you. You're gonna get thru this. I'm here with you. I think this is why we were successful at the Care Coalition. (50:04) When I talk to and help folks, I'll ask: “Where do you want to be in 5 years? If they can't tell me where they want to be in 5 years, and can only tell me where they want to be tomorrow, that is a huge red flag for me. (50:22) • I think the biggest thing you can do is give a shit. (51:49) • I'm not gonna sit back and watch something. I'm gonna take action. (52:01) • Our approach is: Go find the vets; Connect; educate them about opportunities they have to improve their quality of life; and advocate for them when the hit a roadblock. Own the relationship – don't own the service. (55:00) • The last bar fight I ever got in was with Chris [Kyle]. (56:40) • There's a lot of people who try to do what they can do, but they don't have the background and expertise to handle it. (58:42) • What we offer at America's Warrior partnership is a group of social workers that are freaking experts at this. 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Courage and Sacrifice: SEAL Team 10 and Operation Red Wings with Ben Souders In this week's episode, Marcus and Melanie are honored to sit down with former Navy SEAL Ben Souders, who served on SEAL Team 10 during one of the most challenging and heroic moments in modern military history—Operation Redwing. Ben takes us through his incredible journey as a Navy SEAL, sharing stories from his time in Afghanistan and reflecting on the courage and sacrifice of his teammates. We dive deep into the challenges faced on the battlefield, and how experiences like Operation Redwing shaped his outlook on life and leadership. Ben reflects on the bravery of fallen teammates, including Marcus' account in Lone Survivor. He also shares about his life after service - the transition from active duty to civilian life. Tune in to hear Ben's firsthand account of courage, brotherhood, and the lessons he learned during his time as a Navy SEAL. Ben also shares some of his personal journal notes with the listening audience as well. This is an episode you won't want to miss! In This Episode You Will Hear: • [Michael Murphy] was well respected. He and a couple of officers everybody loved. (15:30) • The physical part [of BUDS] was the hardest for me. I never thought I would quit, but I didn't know if I would make it. I asked the Lord, “If you want me to do this, show me a sign.” And He did. I saw a Trident up in the sky. (18:12) • I wanted to go to SEAL team 4 because of watching all the Vietnam documentaries. (27:06) • They were passing out a paper and everybody had to write down why you joined, and I wrote “Patriotism.” (31:20) • I'll tell you somebody else that doesn't get recognition – divers. (38:49) • I was wanting to go to Afghanistan more so than Iraq just because I was never really interested in the urban-style of combat. (38:49) • Team 10 was really cool. (41:06) • [Danny Dietz] was a good guy from the start. When I first showed up, he always went around without a shirt. He was ripped like Bruce Lee. (43:09) • [Danny Dietz] was always trying to mentor, no matter who they were. • [Melanie] Q: How many people in a bee hut? A: 6 maximum. They were like mini chicken coops. (46:06) • I hated wearing body armor. (48:59) • Excerpt from Ben's “Green Book:” I'm tired of all this so-called professionalism crap. I can't wait to get out – be my own man instead of a peasant in the military. (59:31) • How were we that close to one another when we were only there a couple of months? Just sitting around the fire talking. (78:42) Socials: - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - GoodRX.com/TNQ   -  kalshi.com/TNQ   -  joinbilt.com/TNQ    - Tonal.com [TNQ]    - PXG.com/TNQ   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]   - mackweldon.com/utm_source=streaming&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastlaunch&utm_content=TNQutm_term=TNQ

From Navy SEAL to AI Innovator: Protecting Kids Online with Josh Thurman In this week's Team Never Quit Podcast, Marcus and Melanie sit down with Navy SEAL veteran and tech entrepreneur Josh Thurman. As the co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Angel Kids AI, Josh is at the forefront of using artificial intelligence to create a safer, age-appropriate internet experience for children. Josh shares insights into his 12+ years of service as a SEAL officer, where he completed 11 overseas deployments in support of the Global War on Terror and was awarded three Bronze Stars, a Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Two Joint Commendation Medals, Three Navy Commendation Medals, a Navy Achievement Medal, a Presidential Unit Citation, and a Joint Meritorious Unit Award as well as multiple combat and valorous distinctions. Following his transition to civilian life in 2018, Josh applied the leadership and problem-solving skills he honed in the military to the tech world. His groundbreaking platform, Angel Kids AI, empowers parents to protect their children online by enforcing parental guidelines across the digital landscape. In this episode, Josh talks about the challenges of building a tech startup, the future of AI in safeguarding children, and his personal journey from the battlefield to the boardroom. Tune in to hear about his incredible story, the vision behind Angel Kids AI, and how he's making the internet a safer place for kids. In This Episode You Will Hear: • Riding my bike home; car doesn't see me. Pulls out and we crash at 20 mph. I fly over the hood, my right leg hits, immense pain. I had broken my hip. But now I'm starting to think about the military. I crutch my way to the recruiter's office. • Every generation, since the beginning of America has fought to preserve our freedom. • [Marcus] When you're checking into BUDS, check in on Friday after 4:30pm.  • Always choose the hard things because even if you fail, you're gonna learn a ton. • Things are gonna hit you in life that you have almost no control over, and you're gonna want to have those experiences that you build up doing the things you chose to be hard, so you can survive those moments. • My wife's a nurse practitioner, she's tracking the baby on the Doppler. As she's laboring, our son passes away. Been through all this stuff: Training, deployments… I'm grateful for those things, because they all sort of prepared me for this thing that happened in life that I had no control over. •There's suffering to be dealt with and that loss – you've gotta get through it, assigning meaning to that suffering. I'm not suffering for nothing, I'm suffering for something. • [Marcus] A lot of times, you just go though it with them, and not talk ‘em through it. • Recognize that God gives us that pain to keep us close to that person so that we don't forget ‘em. • I always knew I wanted to be an entrepreneur. In many ways, I wanted to serve as long as I could, as hard as I could, but I knew on the other side this is what I wanted to do. • You may have thousands of followers on whatever platform it, but do you have someone you can call to move a couch? • Social media is a democracy killing force. It wields way too much power in our lives. • Technology should be a tool to help us fulfill the dreams of our lives. It's totally inverted right now. • AI has been working for big tech, it serves their purposes. It serves up products to advertisers. This is the big machine. Frankly, we're getting played by it. • If you want this incredible thing called America to persist, you've gotta be part of the solution. • We're all getting played, and the house always wins. • There's value in getting information, organizing, shopping, people finding love on line. But it shouldn't be massively destructive. • Kids have access to this online virtual world all the time that's terrible for their mental health. It's teaching them that the most important things in life is how many likes and followers you get. • The surgeon general put out a warning: If kids are spending 3 or more hours on social media, they're 50% more likely to be depressed. • At Angel Kids, our mission is to use AI to make the internet safe for kids.  Socials: - IG: jpthurman        - https://www.angelkids.ai/ - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - Tonal.com [TNQ]    - PXG.com/TNQ    - GoodRX.com/TNQ   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]   - mackweldon.com/utm_source=streaming&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastlaunch&utm_content=TNQutm_term=TNQ

From Navy SEAL to Humanitarian: Ephraim Mattos on Courage, Sacrifice, and Saving Lives in War Zones. In this powerful episode, Marcus and Melanie meet with Ephraim Mattos, a former US Navy SEAL and founder of Stronghold Rescue & Relief. After leaving the SEAL teams in 2017 at the age of 24, Ephraim made a bold decision: instead of returning home, he volunteered on the front lines of the war against ISIS in Mosul, Iraq. His experiences there would change him forever. Ephraim shares harrowing details from his time with the Free Burma Rangers, a humanitarian group that provides aid to civilians in war zones. He recounts the unimaginable horrors he witnessed, from civilians fleeing the brutality of ISIS to the daring rescue missions he and his team conducted under constant enemy fire. One of these missions, during which Ephraim was shot while rescuing a young Iraqi girl, exemplifies the courage and sacrifice required to save lives in the most dangerous places on Earth. We dive deep into Ephraim's personal journey, chronicled in his book City of Death: Humanitarian Warriors in the Battle of Mosul, coauthored with American Sniper writer Scott McEwen. The conversation explores what it's like to face death on a daily basis and how Ephraim and his fellow volunteers embodied the credo: "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." In this episode, Ephraim reflects on the emotional and physical scars of war, his recovery from his gunshot wound, and his unwavering commitment to helping those in need, even in the most perilous conditions. His stories of bravery, resilience, and humanity will leave you speechless. In This Episode You Will Hear: • Probably the biggest thing I learned in training that applies to everyday life is when things go really, really bad, one of the best ways of dealing with it, and actually pushing through is to laugh at it. (1:29) • I had my finger on the trigger. I had pressure on the trigger, just waiting for them to come out so I could get a body shot, and 2 heads pop out. It turns out it's two little girls. One was maybe ten; the other may five or six. They were weeping, crying, and they were running straight at me. And they were both wearing backpacks just like the backpacks that are just like the backpacks we just blew up an hour earlier. And they're running straight at me. (25:22) • I was in a firefight in Iraq, technically before my last day in the Navy. (29:19) • [The Iraqi army] They weren't super organized , or marksmanship, but as far as their courage and willingness to go toe to toe with ISIS, and I watched multiple time – an Iraqi tank would drive up, get blown up by an ISIS car bomb. And they would keep going. (31:25) • We assist every way we can, and we build relationships, by showing them we care, we're here to help, we're not crazy, we're not her to get in a gunfight. We just want to help you. (33:43) • We provide frontline mentorship for active security threats. If a tribe is facing genocide, we'll advise them on how to best use the resources they already have. (34:09) • There's a certain level of evil that people just don't see or understand. They don't understand a military unit would go into a village and just slaughter everybody. (36:06) • For people who actually care, what do you do? How do you help? (42:48) • If you care about what's going on in these conflicts, find multiple organizations that you like and give a little bit so several of them. You can make an impact, without having to take all the risk. (43:50) • 99.9 percent of our job is logistics, medical care, training medical care, suffering in the jungle. Yes, you're armed, but you're not there to get your rocks off. (48:11) • We bring in primarily guys with medic training. We don't bring in full-fledged doctors because the kind of stuff we're dealing with is emergency care – people stepping on land mines or getting shot. (50:38) • A couple of American missionaries were killed in Haiti. Stuff like that happens all the time. Nobody hears about it. It gets instantly buried under celebrity gossip and such. (53:19) Socials: - IG:  Strongholdrescue.org        - overwatch.co - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - Tonal.com [TNQ]    - PXG.com/TNQ    - GoodRX.com/TNQ   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]   - mackweldon.com/utm_source=streaming&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastlaunch&utm_content=TNQutm_term=TNQ

In this episode of Growth Talks, Chiyong Jones, the VP of Brand Marketing at Kajabi, discusses his approach to building and evolving brand identities for startups and established companies alike.  To build a brand identity that lasts, it's incredibly important to understand the customer, create a cohesive brand system that remains flexible, and balance creativity with constraints like budget and team size. Chiyong also explores the role of brand in long-term business success, the value of authenticity in influencer partnerships, and the importance of consistency in brand messaging.  

Welcome! Today, we're discussing the treatment of Babesia and Lyme disease, focusing on real patient experiences and effective treatment strategies.I had a patient who remained chronically ill six months after treating for Lyme disease. Despite exhaustive evaluations, she was still symptomatic. Her antibody tests came back positive for Babesia, although her thick smear and PCR were negative. She believed Babesia was asymptomatic since it wasn't seen in her red blood cells, but she was very symptomatic. Babesia is a parasite transmitted by the same deer ticks that carry Lyme disease. Some patients have Babesia parasites visible in their red blood cells under a microscope, usually seen at the onset of the illness for one to two weeks. In some cases, especially in the elderly or immunocompromised, the parasite can persist longer, leading to severe illness requiring intensive care." Some Babesia patients don't experience acute, life-threatening illness and might not have visible parasites in blood smears. Instead, positive antibody tests for Babesia, such as IgM and IgG for Babesia microti or Babesia duncani, can indicate the presence of the infection. I've seen positive Babesia duncani tests even on the east coast, suggesting the need for further research. I've had patients who, despite negative tests, improved after Babesia treatment. These patients often failed treatments for Lyme disease, Anaplasmosis, Ehrlichia, and Bartonella for months or years, unaware that Babesia could be a co-infection. For Babesia treatment, I avoid quinine and clindamycin due to their higher rate of side effects. Instead, I recommend atovaquone combined with azithromycin, which is more tolerable. Atovaquone is marketed as Malarone and Mepron in the USA. Malarone is a pill, while Mepron is a thick yellow liquid. Malarone is generally less expensive and more convenient. Malarone also comes in a pediatric dose, making it easier to tolerate for patients with an upset stomach or those concerned about a Herxheimer reaction. I usually prescribe 30 days of atovaquone, longer than the 10 days suggested by some studies, as my patients often aren't treated at the onset of their Babesia infection." I combine atovaquone with azithromycin and discuss the risks of azithromycin versus untreated Babesia. If necessary, I consult a cardiologist to rule out prolonged QT interval and treat for the same duration as atovaquone." If a patient can't take azithromycin or if there's a possibility of co-infection with Anaplasmosis or Ehrlichia, I may substitute doxycycline. For patients failing atovaquone with azithromycin, tafenoquine (Arakoda) has been introduced as an alternative. Although it's currently difficult to obtain, it has shown some success in persistent Babesia cases." Atovaquone is often covered by prescription plans, and services like GoodRx can reduce the cost to less than $80 in some communities. This makes it a viable option for many patients. Conclusion Treating Babesia is often overlooked in patients with recurrent or prolonged illnesses. With ongoing research and new treatments, there's hope for better management and outcomes for patients with Babesia and Lyme disease. Thanks for watching, and stay tuned for more insights on managing tick-borne diseases."

Toni uses GoodRX to save money with Medicare Part D! Want more information? Take advantage of Toni's brand new video series now a available at https://tonisays.com  Remember - with Medicare it's what you don't know that will hurt you!  There's so much good information in this podcast, please be sure to share this podcast with your friends! Recognized by feedspot.com as one of the best Medicare Podcasts in the nation! Write Toni - info@tonisays.com. Toni's book is available at www.seniorresource.com and https://tonisays.com You can call Toni at 832-519-8664 Toni welcomes all Medicare questions. Toni ow offers informative Medicare Webinars for all of your Medicare needs at https://tonisays.com  You can find Medicare Moments wherever you find your favorite podcasts, such as: Apple: https://apple.co/44MoguG Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7c82BS4hb145GiVYfnIRsoAmazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/884c1f46-9905-4b29-a97a-1a164c97546b/medicare-moments?refMarker=null Toni's new book: Maze of Medicare is now available at www.tonisays.com Combining Scripture with Medicare, it is the only book of its kind.  Toni's columns appear weekly in about 100 newspapers across America. If you would like Toni's column to appear in your local paper, or if you would like Toni to speak at an event - contact Toni King at 832-519-8664 Thank you for listening and be sure to tell your friends about Medicare Moments!  Blessings! Toni KingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carrying the Torch: Honoring Heroes with Colton Kyle This week, Marcus and Melanie are honored to welcome Colton Kyle, the driving force behind the American Sniper Brand. Colton continues the legacy of his late father, U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, by embodying the values of respect, honor, and patriotism through a line of clothing and accessories. Join us as we delve into Colton's mission to celebrate and support the heroes among us, and how American Sniper Brand aims to be a symbol of love, sacrifice, and strength. Colton's dad, U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, was the most lethal sniper in American history. Colton created the American Sniper Brand to honor his father's legacy and to support the men and women who serve our country. A portion of the proceeds from the brand goes to the Taya and Chris Kyle Foundation, which strengthens the marriages of service families. Colton shares stories about his father, Chris Kyle, and the values he stood for. The inspiration behind American Sniper Brand and how it aims to honor the legacy of fallen heroes. The core values of respect, honor, and patriotism that guide the brand. Colton's vision for American Sniper as a symbol of a warrior's love—love for God, others, and self-discipline. Tune in to hear Colton Kyle's inspiring journey and how he continues to honor his father's legacy while supporting the heroes of today. Don't miss this heartfelt and patriotic episode!  In This Episode You Will Hear: • What I did experience [with my dad] was a great love from a great father. • I believe I have a different gifting. (16:02) • I discovered Muay Thai [martial arts] not very long ago and I absolutely love it. (16:26) • I'm very confident in myself and my abilities. (17:14) • Physical training in the martial arts arena means so much more than just being physically capable. (18:12) • God has given me the tools and the people and the resources that I'm gonna be more than okay. (19:33) • I think I'm a better man today than I would have been had I not lost my father. (20:02) • If you're gonna train a martial artist, you want to put him through the most rigorous and difficult training possible so that they're prepare to take on anything. (20:18) • You can't live tomorrow; you can't life in the past; all you can do is show up and be present in the day. (21:45) • In my head I see a tidal wave that overcompensates for the loss that I had. (22:04) • God gave us life. We're not even deserving of that, really. (23:09) • God didn't take my father. He allowed it to happen and I've seen the good that was brought through it. (28:20) • I'm passionate, as well, about the firearm and tactical industry. (44:04) • I stand for Godliness. I stand for patriotism, I stand for sacrifice, duty, excellence, professionalism. (44:30) • I'm a visionary, so I see the future in everything. I'm very excited about that. (49:08) • I'm Colton Kyle, and I'm just gonna be Colton Kyle. Whatever Colton Kyle can be he will be. (51:36) • You should strive to be better than your mother; better than you father, in the ways you can control. (55:00) • To be really successful in something, you have to be gifted in that. (56:29) • The greatest you could ever give somebody is to introduce them to Christ. (60:10) Socials: - IG: coltonkyleofficial - americansniper.brand - https://americansniper.com/  -  IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 - https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - Policygenius.com    - GoodRX.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]    - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ    - Shopify.com/TNQ   - mackweldon.com/utm_source=streaming&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastlaunch&utm_content=TNQutm_term=TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ   - PXG.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]

GoodRx Co-Founder Doug Hirsch On Downstream Costs Season 11 kicks off with GoodRx Co-Founder Doug Hirsch. Doug is candid about the intentional and unintentional effects of rising drug costs, the downstream effects when consumers don't fill their prescriptions, and how GoodRx simplifies decisions by reducing the amount of information that's presented.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Season 11's theme of engaging the modern health consumer. How do we make the total healthcare experience what it was always meant to be, and what's our destination as we redefine what engagement means?  Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

This Day in Legal History: National Security Act of 1947On July 25, 1947, Congress passed the National Security Act of 1947, a landmark legislation that restructured the United States' military and intelligence operations in the post-World War II era. This pivotal act established the National Security Council (NSC), which would advise the President on security matters, and created the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) to gather and analyze foreign intelligence. The Act also led to the formation of the Department of Defense, unifying the previously separate Department of War and Department of the Navy, and creating the National Military Establishment. This new establishment comprised three separate departments: the Army, the Navy, and the newly-formed United States Air Force. Additionally, the Joint Chiefs of Staff were established to ensure coordinated military strategy among the services. The National Security Act of 1947 fundamentally reshaped the U.S. defense and intelligence framework, reflecting the changing nature of global threats and the need for a cohesive national security strategy in the early Cold War period. This legislation laid the foundation for the modern American military and intelligence community, shaping U.S. defense policy for decades to come.Walt Disney Co. must face a lawsuit backed by Elon Musk over the firing of Gina Carano, a former star of “The Mandalorian.” A federal judge in Los Angeles, Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett, ruled against Disney's motion to dismiss the case, stating that Disney did not prove that employing Carano was an act of First Amendment-protected expressive association. The judge noted that Disney had not shown evidence that it hires actors to promote values like respect, decency, integrity, or inclusion.The case will explore California's protections for employees' political activities outside of work. Carano, a former mixed martial artist, argues she was dismissed due to her political views, which clashed with the show's audience on social media. The incident that led to her firing was a February 2021 Instagram post comparing the treatment of Trump supporters to that of Jews during the Holocaust. Carano claims her male co-stars were not disciplined for their liberal-leaning posts, even when they also referenced the Holocaust. Strained logic, but we live in a time of strained logic.Judge Garnett found that Carano sufficiently alleged her firing could have been to deflect criticism from Disney's business practices and reorganization under former CEO Bob Chapek. Schaer Jaffe LLP represents Carano, while O'Melveny and Myers LLP represents Disney, Lucasfilm, and Huckleberry Industries. The case is Carano v. Walt Disney, C.D. Cal., No. 24-cv-1009, 7/24/24.Disney Must Fight Musk-Backed ‘Mandalorian' Actor Firing SuitThe U.S. Senate is set to vote on two online safety bills targeting the protection of children and teens on social media. Scheduled for Thursday, these bills have garnered broad bipartisan support and are expected to pass. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer emphasized the importance of updating safety measures to address current online threats to children.The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) aims to mandate social media platforms to offer minors options to safeguard their information and deactivate addictive features by default. It also imposes a legal duty on companies to mitigate risks such as suicide and disordered eating among minors.The Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0) proposes a ban on targeted advertising to minors and data collection without their consent. It also allows parents and children to delete their information from social media platforms.These bills represent the first significant legislative efforts to ensure online safety for children since the original COPPA was enacted in 1998. Tech companies like Microsoft and Snap have shown support for these initiatives, while Meta Platforms suggested that federal law should require app stores to seek parental approval for downloads by users under 16.US Senate set to vote on two child online safety bills | ReutersBoeing has finalized a guilty plea to a criminal fraud conspiracy charge and will pay at least $243.6 million for breaching a 2021 agreement with the U.S. Justice Department. This breach involved allowing potentially risky work at its factories and not ensuring accurate or complete airplane record keeping. Boeing admitted to conspiring to defraud the Federal Aviation Administration by making false representations about key software for the 737 MAX.The Justice Department found Boeing violated the deferred prosecution agreement after a January in-flight panel blowout on an Alaska Airlines 737 MAX exposed ongoing safety and quality issues. Additionally, Boeing disclosed false stamping at its 787 plant in South Carolina, leading to further investigations. The company also failed to ensure proper sequence in airplane manufacturing, increasing the risk of defects.By way of very brief background, "false stamping" refers to the practice of improperly marking or certifying parts or components as meeting required safety and quality standards when they do not. This fraudulent activity can involve the use of counterfeit certification stamps or documentation to falsely indicate that a part has passed necessary inspections and tests. Such actions undermine the integrity of the aircraft manufacturing process, potentially compromising the safety and reliability of the airplanes.Boeing agreed to pay a maximum fine of $487.2 million, with a credit for its previous $243.6 million payment, and will spend at least $455 million over the next three years to enhance safety and compliance programs. An independent monitor will oversee Boeing's compliance, with annual progress reports made public. Families of the 737 MAX crash victims can file objections before Judge Reed O'Connor, who will decide on accepting the deal and potential restitution. Boeing's board must also meet with the victims' families within four months of sentencing.Boeing finalizes 737 MAX guilty plea deal, US outlines reasons | ReutersUnited States v. The Boeing Company (4:21-cr-00005)The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is set to implement updates to its health data breach notification rule on July 29, which could lead to increased litigation for companies providing health-related services through mobile apps. These amendments, finalized in April, extend the rule's coverage to companies that aggregate health information from multiple sources, which are not currently governed by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).The rule mandates that businesses must notify affected individuals and the FTC within 60 days of discovering a breach affecting 500 or more people. Non-compliance could result in civil penalties of up to $51,744 per violation. The FTC's amendments broaden the rule's scope, potentially transforming it from a data security breach rule to a consent requirement for sharing health data.Legal experts have raised concerns about the FTC's lack of a precise definition for "authorized access," which could complicate compliance and lead to fines and litigation. Despite stakeholders' requests for clearer guidelines, the FTC only stated that unauthorized disclosures might include the sharing or selling of consumer information inconsistent with a company's stated policies.The expanded rule could cover around 170,000 additional entities, though industry groups believe this number may be higher. Many of these entities might need to develop robust notification programs, as the new requirements mark unfamiliar territory for some.The updated rule could also increase lawsuits against healthcare-related businesses for exposing user data to third-party advertisers. For example, enforcement actions against GoodRx and Easy Healthcare Corp. cited breaches due to sharing health information with advertisers via pixel tracking technology.The FTC's broad interpretation of "unauthorized access" has significant implications. If a company's privacy policy is not sufficiently descriptive regarding data collection and sharing, the FTC may consider it an unauthorized disclosure. This aggressive stance by the FTC necessitates careful attention from industry players.The rule also raises questions about who is responsible for reporting breaches concerning personal health records (PHR). Companies might struggle to determine whether they are acting as downstream service providers or PHR-related entities, complicating their compliance obligations.FTC Health Breach Rule's New Updates May Spur More Litigation This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Good morning from Pharma and Biotech daily: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in Pharma and Biotech world.Mountain Dew introduced the Mountain Dude character in a new campaign called "Do the Dew" created by Goodby Silverstein & Partners. The campaign features a stylish brand character and encourages consumers to get active. Amazon released a back-to-school ad promoting savings, Heinz launched a campaign inspired by superheroes for their condiments, and Kraft Heinz named former Pepsi marketer Todd Kaplan as their North America CMO. Hershey also handed US media duties to Publicis. Industries are adopting the media network model to replicate the success of companies like Amazon and Walmart. Additionally, America's most trusted brands like Nvidia, Sony, and Adidas are discussed in a sponsored content piece. Other trending topics include Havas agencies losing B Corp status, Google accused of misleading consumers, the WNBA securing lucrative media rights deals, and Meta in talks to buy a stake in eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica.Transitioning to the world of biotech, Revolution Medicines is advancing its cancer drug, a ras inhibitor, to phase 3 trials after demonstrating tumor reduction in pancreatic cancer patients. The drug showed promising results but also had high rates of side effects like rash and nausea. Roche's obesity pill showed significant weight loss in a small study, while Gilead's Chief Medical Officer is set to depart next year. The biotech industry in 2024 is seeing progress in gene editing, mRNA, and cell therapies, offering optimism for the future of medicine. Caribou is cutting its workforce, Sionna is exploring abandoned cystic fibrosis drugs from AbbVie, and the industry is focusing on successful commercialization strategies. Overall, the industry is evolving with new treatments and developments shaping the landscape of biotech and pharma.Shifting gears to healthcare news, the House Committee has urged the FDA to suspend the lab-developed test rule, citing concerns about potential alterations to the United States' laboratory testing infrastructure. Steward executives received significant compensation before the company declared bankruptcy, and UnitedHealth's cyberattack response costs are expected to exceed $2.3 billion this year. Senators have introduced bipartisan healthcare cybersecurity legislation, while a Chicago children's hospital faces class action lawsuits after a cyberattack. Branded calling is highlighted as a way to increase patient answer rates, and AI is showcased as a tool to address healthcare challenges. Overall, the healthcare industry is facing various challenges related to cybersecurity, financial pressures, and patient care.In the realm of pharmaceuticals, Boehringer Ingelheim has partnered with GoodRx to offer its Humira biosimilar at a 92% discount. This move is aimed at capitalizing on Humira's decreasing market share. Artiva Biotherapeutics has announced an upsized IPO of $167 million to support the development of its therapy for systemic lupus erythematosus. George Church's startup has raised $60 million for its investigational therapy for gout, while Aveo's Fotivda combination therapy did not meet its primary efficacy endpoint in a phase III study. Invitro Cell Research is also working on preventive and regenerative medicine to help people live healthier lives. Other news includes the FDA rejecting Orexo's opioid overdose drug and granting a third indication for Phathom's Voquezna. Pfizer's once-daily weight loss pill and ongoing disputes over CRISPR patents are also highlighted.That's all for today's episode of Pharma and Biotech daily. Stay informed and have a great day!

In this week's Team Never Quit episode, Marcus and Melanie welcome Sean Glass, a former U.S. Navy SEAL officer and seasoned leadership instructor with Echelon Front. With over 13 years of experience in the SEAL Teams and combat deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, and Eastern Africa, Sean shares his insights on leadership in both military and business settings. Sean led 5 SEAL platoons in Iraq against Islamic State forces, and was the Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams. In his transition to the business world, Sean became the Chief Operating Officer at a venture-backed construction tech startup, and is currently the Leadership Instructor at Echelon Front, where he is building a decentralized, team-first culture in a rapidly growing company. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Sean Glass as he shares invaluable lessons on leadership that can be applied in any high-pressure environment. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from a true leader who has navigated the challenges of both the battlefield and the boardroom. In This Episode You Will Hear: • [Growing up] we had Emus at one time for some reason. (7:46) • I read that book, and something inside me was alive, like “This is what I wanna do” Everything I did after that was asking myself that question:  Is this next move gonna help me get into the Navy? and if it's not, then I didn't do it. (17:25) • [Marcus] I feel like our saving grace is the fact that we did it for God and country. If you're a wild child and you wanna have the most fun of your entire life, go into the SEAL teams. (19:36) • Given a boat crew, If you don't perform - if you screw up, your boat crew get beats for you. Sorry – remediated – gets remediated for you. (24:51) • The less you think about yourself, especially when you're miserable, the better off you are. (25:18) • [Marcus] If you want to teach your son or yourself to be a great barterer or negotiator, go over there [Afghanistan]. (41:24) • Gift giving is a big thing to them [Afghans]. (41:54) • Getting to be on the other side of the BUDS equation was a great experience, because you get to see all the workings that go into it - all the things you don't see and appreciate as a student obviously because you're just trying to survive. (44:21) • I don't have a good poker face. (45:33) • No one puts a premium on training like the SEAL teams do. It's everything for us. (54:26) • I closed out my career at the training command which was just the best place you could possibly be. (55:21) • Our goal there [Echelon Front] is to arm their leaders with the tools they need to be better leaders. (65:42) • Jocko started Primal Beef, and our goal was to bring the same farm-raised all natural, Black Angus American beef that we had the opportunity to eat every night to as many Americans as we possibly could. (70:03) • Our whole goal was basically to make things the best experience you could possibly have ordering beef from somebody. (74:49) • Well above 80% of all beef produced in America comes from 4 different massive companies, and at least one of them is a foreign owned company. (77:55) • The average age of a farmer right now is 63 years old, because families just aren't taking over the family business. (78:06) Socials: - IG: primalbeef_co - IG: seanglassactual - www.primalbeef.com -  IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 - https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org           - Policygenius.com    - GoodRX.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]    - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ    - Shopify.com/TNQ   - mackweldon.com/utm_source=streaming&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastlaunch&utm_content=TNQutm_term=TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ   - PXG.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]

In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, discusses influencer marketing evolution with Nycole Hampton, Senior Director of Content + Engagement Marketing at GoodRx. Nycole shares insights on selecting the right influencers for brands, stressing the importance of aligning with campaign goals and target audiences. She also emphasizes the need for brands to avoid overpaying for partnerships and suggests integrating influencer-generated and user-generated content into broader marketing strategies. Lastly, Nycole predicts influencer marketing will further integrate into brand strategies as it continues to evolve.

In Episode 439 of 'Relentlessly Seeking Value,' host Stacey Richter discusses the convoluted issues surrounding generic drug pricing with pharmacy consultant Luke Slindee. To read the full article and show notes with links mentioned as well as a full transcript, click here. They delve into the ways traditional Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) exploit the system to make immense profits, often leading patients to pay more even with insurance. The conversation explores various solutions, such as the removal of "Usual and Customary Prices" from PBM contracts, the advantages of bypassing insurance, and giving patients direct payment tools like health savings accounts. Luke Slindee, with his extensive background in pharmacy and consulting, provides valuable insights into rebalancing the generic drug market to benefit patients, pharmacies, and plan sponsors alike. Additionally, the broader implications of these dysfunctional systems on pharmacy operations and staff conditions are discussed. Love the show? Please consider signing up for our weekly newsletter. We'll send you an article covering the latest episode with show notes, mentioned links and a transcribed intro. Join the RHV Tribe. 08:12 Where do cash prices fall when pharmacies have contracts with PBMs? 08:39 What is a usual and customary price? 12:14 How is the usual and customary price affected by PBMs? 16:49 Should pharmacies be allowed to have two sets of cash prices? 17:14 Where does GoodRx fit into this because of the pharmacy/PBM dilemma? 19:06 What's happening with Amazon and the anticompetitive contract lawsuit, and how does it relate back to pharmacy contracts with PBMs? 20:38 EP395 with Brennan Bilberry. 21:05 EP420 with Ge Bai, PhD, CPA. 23:27 Why is there a new wave of cash-only pharmacies? 24:02 EP418 with Mark Cuban and Ferrin Williams, PharmD, MBA, from Scripta. 25:41 What would allow the generic market to return to normal competitive pricing? 26:39 How does this dysfunction create a negative downstream effect?

We get asked by clients of ours all the time, should I get Part-D or should I get GoodRX? In this video, we break down which is better and what you need to know about both! Christian Brindle Insurance Services is a Medicare specialized agency located in Sandy Utah. Christian hosts the most popular Medicare podcast on the internet called The Everything Medicare Podcast, written and published two books about Medicare, and is the founder of his own company that is dedicated to helping people on Medicare everywhere. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more videos! Helping people in 46 states! Call us to see if we can help you! 801-255-5340 Visit our website for more information: www.christianbrindleinsuranceservices.com #Medicare#Medigap#Insurance #HealthInsurance #Health#Healthcare#Medicaresupplement#MedicareAdvantage #Medicare2024#Medicarehealthplan#InsuranceAgent#MedicarePodcast Medicare, Medigap, Medicare Supplement, Insurance, Health Insurance, Health, Healthcare, HAS, Retire, Retirement, Social Security, Christian Brindle, FICA, Medicare Podcast, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, FICA, FICA Tax, Retirement, Retire

Contributors: Kali Olson PharmD, Travis Barlock MD, Jeffrey Olson MS2 Summary: In this episode of Pharmacy Phriday, Dr. Kali Olson joins Dr. Travis Barlock and Jeffrey Olson in studio to discuss a variety of interesting topics in the form of a segment show. Dr. Kali Olson earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University of Colorado, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and completed a PGY1 residency at Detroit Receiving Hospital and a PGY2 residency in Emergency Medicine at Denver Health. She now works as an Emergency Medicine Pharmacist at Denver Health.  In segment one of the show, Kali and Travis answer the Get-To-Know-You questionnaire. In segment two, they work together to answer a series of pharmacy-based riddles. In segment three they play a “Balderdash” like game in which they guess the definitions of medical jargon. In segment four they play the Number Needed to Treat game, invented by the AFP podcast. And in segment five they work together to answer a question about a far-out scenario involving medications and time travel!   References ·       American Family Physician Podcast, https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/multimedia/podcast.html ·       Gragnolati, A. (2022, May 5). The Yuzpe method of emergency contraception. GoodRx. https://www.goodrx.com/conditions/emergency-contraceptive/yuzpe-method ·       Manikandan S, Vani NI. Holiday reading: Learning medicine through riddles. CMAJ. 2010 Dec 14;182(18):E863-4. doi: 10.1503/cmaj.100466. PMID: 21149530; PMCID: PMC3001539. ·       Riddle Me This: Mixing Medicine, https://peimpact.com/riddle-me-this-mixing-medicine/ ·       https://thennt.com/nnt/corticosteroids-treatment-kawasaki-disease-children/ ·       https://thennt.com/nnt/aspirin-acute-ischemic-stroke/ ·       https://thennt.com/nnt/tranexamic-acid-treatment-epistaxis/ ·       https://thennt.com/nnt/antibiotics-culture%e2%80%90positive-asymptomatic-bacteriuria-pregnant-women/   Produced, Hosted, Edited, and Summarized by Jeffrey Olson MS2 | Additional editing by Jorge Chalit, OMSII  

Hi friends, happy Thursday! Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today, we've got a special Dark History gift guide inspired by some of our favorite stories from this season. But while you're stuffing your stockings, keep in mind that none of these goodies come guilt free! That's why we're unpacking the ugly plot behind each of these potential presents.  I appreciate you for coming by, and happy holidays!  Want some cool Bailey Merch?  Shop Dark History Merch: https://www.baileysarian.com For big savings on cold and flu meds, plus discounts on your everyday prescriptions, go to https://www.GoodRX.com/darkhistory.   Stop wasting money on things you don't use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions – and manage your money the easy way – by going to https://www.RocketMoney.com/DARKHISTORY. To learn more about microdosing THC, go to https://www.Microdose.com and use code DARKHISTORY to get free shipping & 30% off your first order.

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 2549: Melissa Lobo, with MoneyMiniBlog.com, offers practical and easy-to-implement money-saving tips suitable for those with tight budgets. From strategically saving paychecks to trimming down expenses in areas like cellphone bills, food, and prescriptions, Lobo's advice emphasizes smart financial habits that can lead to significant savings without feeling deprived. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://moneyminiblog.com/save-money/common-money-saving-tips/ Quotes to ponder: "By the end of the year, you will have saved at least two paychecks' worth of funds!" Episode references: GoodRx: https://www.goodrx.com/ LowestMed: https://www.rxspark.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Team Never Quit Podcast, Marcus and Melanie are honored to have Cole Lyle, a passionate advocate for veterans' well-being and the driving force behind Mission Roll Call and the PAWS Act. Cole speaks of the experiences that led him to become a tireless advocate for veterans, including the inception of Mission Roll Call, shedding light on its mission to connect veterans with resources, support, and a community that understands their unique challenges. He also has been actively championing the significance of the PAWS (Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers) Act, which aims to provide service dogs to veterans struggling with physical and mental health challenges. Marcus and Melanie extend their heartfelt gratitude to Cole for his unwavering dedication to supporting veterans through Mission Roll Call and the PAWS Act. If you'd like to learn more or get involved, visit: https://www.missionrollcall.org/ www.kk9s.org Sponsors:   - GoodRX.com/TNQ   - NavyFederal.org   - Uncommongoods.com/TNQ  In this episode you will hear: • I'm a 7th generation Texan (3:46) • I actually joined the military straight out of High School. (7:03) • I was an Eagle Scout.  (8:11) • When you enlist, they give you a rank for it [Being an Eagle Scout]. (8:27) • I didn't have a positive male influence except for my scout masters and football coaches. (9:11) • There's a tangible benefit of having a group of people that come from all walks of life. You come from such diverse backgrounds, you forget all your differences and your bullshit to accomplish a mission. (10:35) • 67% of Gen-Z does not know a veteran or someone on active duty. (11:56) • That [Marine] uniform has gotten so many guys and girls. (15:05) • The majority of casualties in GWOT came from fuel convoys. (17:15) • Men and women get out, and they have to learn how to be an adult again. (25:53) • One night I spiraled down about that far away from being a suicide statistic. Another marine came and banged on my door. I was actually surprised that him banging on the door didn't jerk my finger. (28:42) • My mindset went from ”I have nothing” to “I have the opportunity to do anything.” (29:05) • 2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. (29:16) • She [Kaya) was specifically trained to recognize when I was having a nightmare and she'd jump on the bed and lick my face, wake me up, and stay with me until my heartrate went down. Or she would recognize when I was having an anxiety attack and would do animal assisted intervention, where she'd get up in my face and distract me to keep the snowball effect from getting worse. (31:38) • You may have kids, you may have a wife that love you very much, but there's something not wired right and you're going down this path, so having a dog there you look down at the dog and think “this dog loves me.” (34:42) • Our connection with dogs is a lot like our relationship with God. (36:14)

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Did you know that the largest Powerball jackpot ever won was a mind-blowing 2.04 billion dollars? That's the equivalent of an average American working for 30,000 years. Sounds good, but there's a dark side dating back to the Old Testament. From funding America's birth to winners finding a tragic fate, get ready to explore the shadowy past of the lottery. Get $15 off a Skylight Frame at https://www.SkylightFrame.com/DARK. Stop wasting money on things you don't use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions – and manage your money the easy way – by going to https://www.RocketMoney.com/DARKHISTORY. For big savings on cold and flu meds, plus discounts on your everyday prescriptions, go to https://www.GoodRX.com/darkhistory.  Go to https://www.ShipStation.com and use code DARKHISTORY today and sign up for your FREE 60-day trial.

On August 14, 2003, 40-year-old William "Arlin" Bynum was at a bar and grill in Big Spring, Texas. Big Spring is where Arlin was born, but he was a stranger, having lived his entire life outside of the small town. Arlin enjoyed the evening having drinks with friends. He was last seen walking toward his truck on the morning of August 15, shortly before the bar closed. After that, the trail ends. The next day, Arlin didn't show up for lunch with a relative, and from there, his family knew something was wrong. They found his truck still parked outside the restaurant, and the search began. Twenty years later, Arlin has never been seen or heard from again. The story of his disappearance spans the spectrum from questionable friends, to abandoned wells, to the possibility of cartel involvement. Today, there are many complicated factors that make solving the mystery of what happened to Arlin Bynum seem nearly impossible, but his loved ones aren't giving up.If you have any information about Arlin's disappearance, please call the Big Spring Police Department at 432-264-2559 or the Texas Rangers Division Company "E" at 915-834-7664. Crimestoppers is offering a cash reward. To submit an anonymous tip, call 432-263-8477 (TIPS) or use P3tips.com and reference case #20303930.This episode was sponsored by:Audible- Visit Audible.com/MIA or text MIA to 500-500 to try Audible free for 30 days.Factor- Head to FactorMeals.com/Vanished50 and use code VANISHED50 to get 50% off.GoodRX- For big savings on your everyday prescriptions, go to Goodrx.com/vanished. If you have a missing loved one that you would like to have featured on the show, please fill out our case submission form.Follow The Vanished on social media at:FacebookInstagramTwitterPatreonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. I've been wanting to do an episode on this topic for a while and October is the perfect time, because we're talking about monsters! Where did monsters even come from? Why do the same weird creatures come up again in different societies all across the world, all throughout time?! Stay tuned for creepy tales filled with werewolves, vampires, and zombies. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to https://www.RocketMoney.com/DARKHISTORY. Go to https://www.ShipStation.com and use code DARKHISTORY today and sign up for your FREE 60-day trial. For big savings on cold and flu meds, plus discounts on your everyday prescriptions, go to https://www.GoodRX.com/darkhistory. 

Last week, we brought you the first installment of Casi Pogue's story. You learned about Casi's life, struggles, and how she disappeared after leaving a hospital in Greenville, South Carolina, on July 5, 2020. Casi was spotted exiting the facility that evening and speaking to someone in a van. She even entered the van for a few minutes but then got out and left the area alone on foot. Who was that man in the vehicle? You heard last week that the police were never able to identify him. But Casi's family told us that after she disappeared, their suspicions began to shift elsewhere, to someone close to Casi.If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Casi Pogue, please contact the Greenville Police Department at (864) 271-5333. If you want to remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers at 864-23-CRIME (864-232-7463).This episode was sponsored by:Hungryroot- Get 30% off your first delivery and free veggies for life atHungryroot.com/VANISHED.Goodrx- For simple, smart savings on your prescriptions check GoodRX. Go toGoodRX.com/vanished.Doordash- Our listeners can get 50% off, up to a $20 value no min sub total when you download the Doordash App and enter code TV.Audible- Visit Audible.com/MIA or text MIA to 500-500 to try Audible free for 30 days.If you have a missing loved one that you would like to have featured on the show, please fill out our case submission form.Follow The Vanished on social media at:FacebookInstagramTwitterPatreonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Last week, we shared Part 1 of Dorothy Goroshko's story. You learned about Dorothy's life from her sons, John and Rick. Rick and John's lives were never easy, not before their mother disappeared and not after. Despite Dorothy's faults, Rick wants to find her, and John believes he deserves an answer. They lost their mother at a critical time in their lives. Rick and John were still kids, left to wonder if their mother had simply chosen to abandon them or if something terrible had happened to her. Neither outcome made them feel any better about any of it. The boys also had to work to maintain a roof over their heads and put food on the table. On June 4, 1975, Dorothy Goroshko left home to meet friends for drinks at The Penalty Box in Boston, MA. Dorothy's group of friends were known to frequent that bar in North Station. Dorothy's friends recalled that she was with them that evening, and they stayed until closing. They said their goodbyes, and no one was sure where Dorothy headed next. There were rumors about after-hours clubs in the area, but no one could confirm that she had been at any of those establishments that night. Could Dorothy have headed home and gotten into an accident? Could she have gone home with someone she met that night? Or could she have gone to meet someone afterward? In recent years, one person has told a story about seeing Dorothy late that night.If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Dorothy Goroshko, please contact the Boston Police Department Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470. If you want to remain anonymous, please call 1-800-494-TIPS or text "TIP" to 27463. This episode was sponsored by:Goodrx- For simple, smart savings on your prescriptions check GoodRX. Go to GoodRX.com/vanished.If you have a missing loved one that you would like to have featured on the show, please fill out our case submission form.Follow The Vanished on social media at:FacebookInstagramTwitterPatreonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Last week, we brought you the first part of James Lewis' story. Jim Lewis was a decorated veteran who had recently retired after serving in the United States Army for 25 years. Jim and his wife Patsy purchased a home in Fayetteville, North Carolina, which was supposed to be their forever home, after moving all over the US and the world for many years. They were putting their roots down finally, and Patsy was able to start hanging those pictures on the walls. But it didn't even last a year because, in October of 1982, Jim pulled out of the driveway headed to a job interview in Vero Beach, Florida, and never came home. The police were convinced that Jim had willingly abandoned his family, and they weren't interested in investigating. His family did what they could on their own, but that wasn't bringing them any solid answers. Then, Jim's car was found months later at the local airport in Fayetteville. It had been parked there since October 6, 1982, three days after Jim left, supposedly to drive to Florida. None of it seemed to make sense to his family. He always cared for them and wouldn't have left them this way. Over the years, some tidbits of clues have been revealed that could point to an outcome that no one ever saw coming.If you have any information about the disappearance of James Lewis, please contact the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office at (910) 323-1500.This episode was sponsored by:Audible- Visit Audible.com/MIA or text MIA to 500-500 to try Audible free for 30 days.Doordash- Our listeners can get 50% off, up to a $10 value on a $15 min sub total when you download the Doordash App and enter code TV.Goodrx- For simple, smart savings on your prescriptions check GoodRX. Go to GoodRX.com/vanished.If you have a missing loved one that you would like to have featured on the show, please fill out our case submission form.Follow The Vanished on social media at:FacebookInstagramTwitterPatreonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From pretending to be a soldier at a young age to becoming a Special Forces soldier to becoming an entrepreneur. That's this week's Team Never Quit Podcast guest, former US Army Special Forces Green Beret, Mike Glover. With deployments to fourteen combat theaters, Mike worked in the US Army for over 18 years, serving as a weapons specialist, assaulter, sniper, recon specialist, team sergeant, joint terminal air controller (JTAC), and operations SGM. Mike is the founder and CEO of Fieldcraft Survival, and host of the Fieldcraft Survival Podcast on iTunes, and Soundcloud. He is an avid outdoorsman, traveler, and hunter. He teaches survival and disaster preparedness and provides equipment solutions based on his experience in special operations. As an expert at counter-terrorism, Mike says that survival isn't just technical ability; it is the encompassing of everything he has learned throughout his career: mindset, technical skills, and equipment. Links/Socials: - https://mikegloveractual.com/ - Instagram: Mike.a.glover Sponsors: -  NavyFederal.org - 55% off (Babbel.com/TNQ) - 20% off (Fitbod.me/TNQ)   -  Up to 80% off (GoodRX.com/TNQ) In this episode you will hear: • Common sense is not so common anymore. If more people paid attention to having a little more common sense, most of the things you see go wrong is because of the lack of it. (2:03) • I joined the Army at the age of 17 and started my journey. (6:05) • I was never the disciplinary unless it came to standards. If you wanted flexibility, you had to meet the baseline. (28:37) • My military certainly taught me how to have and develop hard skills – technical skills. The overwhelming majority of me surviving had nothing to do with hard skills, but had everything to do with planning, preparation, attention to detail, culture, physical fitness, health and wellness, as a collective. (32:38) • You have to understand how to operate and be resilient every single day. (33:29) • Resilience, by far, is the hardest thing to teach. (34:36) • Resilience is the act of getting up after you've been beat down. (37:39) • “You're going to rise to the occasion” is a misnomer. You're going to fall to your level of training. (40:58) • My company is called Fieldcraft Survival. (43:00) • VSO – Village Stabilization Operations. You wanna have access to placement? Well, get into the environment where people live, train and educate them, empower them, and that place will be better. (50:03) • One of the reasons me and Marcus were successful in our military careers is because we had an institution – a culture that was willing to listen to subject matter experts, and we took that information and applied it to our lives. (54:20)