Podcasts about great ideas

When you're standing at a major financial crossroads, the timing of your decisions can mean the difference between success and failure. Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA spitball on the "when" of five retirement decisions, today on Your Money, Your Wealth podcast number 569. We'll kick things off with a whale of an email: "Fine and Dandy" is 42 years old with a multimillion dollar private equity offer on the table. Should he sell his business now or hold out for a second bite of the apple later? He also wonders if it's crazy to spend more on his vacation home than on his primary residence. David calls himself an "elderly orphan," flying solo at 66 and in need of a plan to protect his million-dollar portfolio as he ages. BB and Shell are trying to time their final year of retirement contributions to save as much as possible before moving to a lower-tax state. Should they go Roth IRA or traditional? Joel wonders when to take required minimum distributions from retirement accounts for the maximum tax benefit, and Brian in New York needs a spitball on when it makes sense to have an emergency fund as a retiree, and for how much. Free Financial Resources in This Episode: https://bit.ly/ymyw-569 (full show notes & episode transcript) Growing Your Wealth Guide - free download Retirement Readiness Guide - free download Retire at 62: Great Idea or Huge Mistake? - YMYW TV Financial Blueprint (self-guided) Financial Assessment (Meet with an experienced professional) REQUEST your Retirement Spitball Analysis DOWNLOAD more free guides READ financial blogs WATCH educational videos SUBSCRIBE to the YMYW Newsletter   Connect With Us: YouTube: Subscribe and join the conversation in the comments Podcast apps: subscribe or follow YMYW in your favorite Apple Podcasts: leave your honest reviews and ratings   Chapters:  00:00 - Intro: This Week on the YMYW Podcast 01:09 - Should I Sell My Business or Wait? Is It Crazy to Spend More on My Vacation Home Than My Primary Residence? (Fine and Dandy, IL) 20:48 - Saving to Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA in the Final Year Before Retirement (BB and Shell) 23:50 - When to Take Your First RMD for the Maximum Tax Benefit (Joel, CA) 27:33 - Aging Alone in Retirement: How to Protect Assets Before Cognitive Decline (David, 68, Logan, NM) 35:37 - Why Some CPAs Cap Roth Conversions at $500K AGI (Shweta, CA) 37:05 - When Does It Make Sense for Retirees to Have an Emergency Fund - and How Much? (Brian, Albany, NY) 42:03 - Outro - Next Week on the YMYW Podcast

When a big storm is on the way, it happens like clockwork: empty shelves, frantic shoppers, and a sudden shortage of eggs, bread, and milk. Why do people panic-buy the same items every time? And how much do you actually need if you're stuck at home for a few days? This episode begins with the psychology behind panic shopping — and why otherwise rational people behave this way. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/happy-trails/201601/panic-shopping-the-psychology-of-the-bread-milk-eggs-rush Most of us don't think of ourselves as vulnerable. We assume danger happens to other people — until it doesn't. In reality, small, everyday behaviors can quietly increase or reduce your personal safety. The way you speak, move, and pay attention sends signals you may not even realize you're broadcasting. Dannah Eve joins me to explain how street smarts really work and how to protect yourself using simple, practical awareness. She's a personal safety educator and author of Street Smarts: Trust Your Instincts, Outsmart Danger, and Stay Safe in a World That Isn't. (https://amzn.to/4roXfs8). Here is the link to her Instagram posts: https://www.instagram.com/dannah_eve/ We love the idea of the sudden “aha” moment — the brilliant flash of inspiration that changes everything. But that's rarely how great ideas actually happen. Most breakthroughs are the result of borrowing, refining, recombining, and sometimes stumbling onto something unexpected. George Newman explains what science reveals about where ideas come from and how you can increase your odds of having a great one. He's an associate professor at the Rotman School of Management and author of How Great Ideas Happen: The Hidden Steps Behind Breakthrough Success. (https://amzn.to/4ab4L2J). And finally — kissing may not count as exercise, but it does more than you think. From emotional connection to physical benefits, we wrap up with what science says actually happens when you kiss someone. https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-kissing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Dahan, a fierce innovator with a passion for problem-solving, co-founded Open Influence in 2011. Alex has always had an entrepreneurial spirit which is what drove and ignited the idea of Open Influence. Shortly after graduating high school, Alex was searching for ways to advertise his clothing line when he turned to creators on Instagram with large followings. After finding success, Open Influence (originally Instabrand) was born. Over the decade in which Open Influence has been evolving, Alex dove into many other successful endeavors, including a startup studio, 0x Ventures, where he has developed products in the fields of SaaS, fintech, AI, and web3. layed a key role in securing many of the company's first major clients through his innovative and creative pitch decks. Alex also serves on the advisory board of electric car company Faraday Future (an OI client) and acts as a consultant to the Director of Innovation. Alex's creativity spills into his daily life into his many hobbies, including designing user-interfaces, drawing, skateboarding, surfing, snowboarding, playing guitar, and hiking with his two huskies. 

Great ideas aren't invented from scratch—they're discovered through small, often overlooked adjustments.

Sandy recently came across an article in Variety that she thinks could spark your creativity for your next screenplay, short film, or vertical series. We also take a moment to revisit the March 2024 episode of 'Don't You Forget About John Hughes,' where Terry and Sandy dive into four inspiring quotes by the legendary screenwriter, producer, and director John Hughes. As one of Hollywood's most successful and influential talents, John Hughes has played a key role in launching the careers of stars like Andrew McCarthy, Molly Ringwald, Anthony Michael Hall, Macaulay Culkin, Judd Nelson, and John Candy.Executive Producer Kristin OvernCreator/Executive Producer Sandy AdomaitisProducer Terry SampsonMusic by Ethan StollerCheck out our fantastic sponsor, Novelium:https://novelium.so

Creativity is not a nice-to-have. It's becoming one of the most valuable capabilities in business, leadership, and life.On this episode of Say Hi to the Future, Ken Tencer welcomes Fredrik Härén, an internationally known voice on creativity and ideas, for a conversation that encourages listeners to rethink how innovation actually happens. This episode isn't about shortcuts or surface-level inspiration. It's about the deeper mindset shifts required to think differently in complex, fast-moving environments.Whether you're leading a team, building something new, or simply trying to stay adaptable in a changing world, this episode offers perspective on why curiosity, openness, and creative thinking are skills worth cultivating intentionally.Listen in for a reflective and energizing discussion on the role of human ingenuity in shaping what comes next.

For more, visit www.BishalSarkar.com or WhatsApp our team: https://wa.me/918880361526In this eye-opening episode of the "I Love Public Speaking" podcast, Bishal Sarkar reveals why even with great ideas, you might still be overlooked—and how to fix that.Join Bishal Sarkar as he discusses the factors that cause your ideas to fall flat and how to present them in a way that grabs attention and gets the recognition you deserve.Learn how to communicate more effectively, engage your audience, and make your ideas stand out in a crowded room.Tune in to the "I Love Public Speaking" podcast with Bishal Sarkar to discover how to ensure your ideas make the impact they deserve.

From hymen floors to emotional ceilings the ladies have reached their limits, join Meredith Masony and Tiffany Jenkins this week as they touch base on each other's lives and the lessons they hope to learn from them - one day. ___ Join the Take it Or Leave it Podcast Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/takeitorleaveitpodcast Be nonchalant about buying your next shirt: https://www.bonfire.com/chalant/ Tiff's Book: https://premierecollectibles.com/cleanmess Get your Laundry Lady scented or fragrance-free Laundry Sheets and Dishwasher Detergent sheets today!: http://laundrylady.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Written communication strips away tone, facial expression, and nuance — which is why texts and emails are so easy to misinterpret. Sarcasm, humor, and intent can get lost, sometimes with awkward or costly consequences. This episode begins with how emojis can restore subtlety to digital communication — if you know which ones actually help and which ones make things worse. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0747563221002946?utm Some of the greatest ideas — and even entire careers — were never planned. Potato chips, penicillin, and Post-it Notes were all accidents. Success often comes not from careful design, but from noticing opportunities hidden inside unexpected events. Innovation expert Paul Sloane explains how breakthroughs really happen and how you can position yourself to recognize them when they appear. Paul is author of The Art of Unexpected Solutions (https://amzn.to/3ZeKEvw). People naturally gravitate toward others who think, act, and believe the same way they do. We form tribes — social, political, professional — and those bonds can feel deeply comforting. But this instinct also shapes how we see outsiders and influences cooperation, conflict, and culture itself. Cultural psychologist Michael Morris explores why humans evolved this instinct and whether it ultimately helps or harms us. He is author of Tribal: How the Cultural Instincts That Divide Us Can Help Bring Us Together (https://amzn.to/4pJ6K4n). And finally, weight loss is one of the most common New Year's resolutions — and one of the quickest to be abandoned. Research suggests that a handful of surprisingly small habits can dramatically improve your chances of sticking with it. We wrap up with what actually works. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34259635/ PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS SHOPIFY: In 2026, stop waiting and start selling with Shopify! Sign up for your $1 per month trail and start selling today at https://Shopify.com/sysk PLANET VISIONARIES: We love the Planet Visionaries podcast, so listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you're listening to this podcast! In partnership with The Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On a classic edition of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the resistance leaders often feel to new ideas when they have too much on their plate. Robert shares guidance for evaluating ideas objectively, and how to take on new initiatives without burning yourself out. Read the post in this episode: ⁠Friday Forward - Idea Resistance (#487) Thank you to the sponsors of The Elevate Podcast Shopify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Masterclass: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠masterclass.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Framer: ⁠⁠framer.com/elevate⁠⁠ Northwest Registered Agent: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠northwestregisteredagent.com/elevatefree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Homeserve: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠homeserve.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Indeed: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠indeed.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rina had a great idea

Wondering how you should be using AI and what will it mean for the future of your business? While the technology feels new, this kind of moment isn't. Dan Sullivan and Steve Krein explore how today's AI wave mirrors past major technology shifts, most notably the dot-com era 30 years ago, and what we can learn from those transitions. Show Notes: AI has quickly become impossible to ignore. If you're not using it at all, you may already be relying on tools that are becoming outdated.Every major technological boom in history has also come with a bust—and AI will be no different.At its core, innovation isn't about inventing something from nothing. Every new creation is simply a new combination of things that already exist.AI dramatically shortens the distance between vision and execution—often eliminating barriers that once required teams, time, and resources.AI changes how feedback works. You no longer need as many people—or sometimes any people at all—to test ideas, refine thinking, and move forward.To use AI effectively, you must be clear about what you want. The tool amplifies intention; it doesn't replace it.Of all the goals someone can pursue, making money is one of the most harmless.It's unpredictable—and potentially dangerous—when consumers suddenly gain powerful new capabilities.The faster you make a thoughtful decision about how you'll engage with AI, the more freedom and leverage you're likely to gain in return. Resources: Thinking About Your Thinking by Dan Sullivan Superagency: What Could Possibly Go Right With Our AI Future by Reid Hoffman and Greg Beato Unique Ability® Free Zone Frontier by Dan Sullivan

Hour 4 of the Tuesday Bob Rose Show, with the latest on a credit card interest rate cap proposed by Pres,. Trump. Massachusetts Sen. Fauxcahontas jumped on the credit bandwagon, as though the idea was hers. But Trump reached out to the Dem, showing again that he will work with anyone, at anytime, to promote his priorities. What's next, and all the morning's biggest stories for 1-13-26

This week Adam speaks with Raj Babu, partner at BFG Partners, an early-stage venture capital firm investing in emerging food, beverage, and consumer brands. Prior to joining BFG, Raj served as President of Birch Benders, the #1 natural pancake and waffle mix brand and a BFG portfolio company. Under his leadership, the business expanded to four product lines in over 10,000 stores, leading to an acquisition by Sovos Brands. In this episode, Raj talks about the nuances of investing in the food sector, particularly consumer packaged goods (CPG), and the innovation from Colorado's natural food industry with companies like Bobo's Oat Bars and Caulipower as examples of standout successes. He also shares insights on identifying lasting trends versus fleeting fads and emphasizes that great ideas can come from anywhere within an organization.Listen now on: Amazon Music (Alexa) | Spotify | Apple Podcasts or wherever you get podcasts!Connect with hosts Adam and Chris and the Range VC team on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/range-ventures/Check out more about what we're up to at Range.vc This podcast is powered by The Plug Podcast Agency See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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D&P Highlight: It's a great idea...but how? full 310 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 19:58:00 +0000 3tS3PIOSlyLk3v6lgcDecmbkdHc63dRe news The Dana & Parks Podcast news D&P Highlight: It's a great idea...but how? You wanted it... Now here it is! Listen to each hour of the Dana & Parks Show whenever and wherever you want! © 2025 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=

Watch the YouTube version of this episode HEREAre you a law firm owner who does not know what to do with ideas that stem from conversations from your team? In this episode of The Guild Live Show, Tyson Mutrux explores the concept of "sparks" — those small moments or ideas that ignite creativity and innovation.Tyson shares how sparks can lead to innovation for a firm. In moments of conversation and sometimes friction, sparks can come up through realization. Maybe someone challenges a belief or some personal irritation is expressed to a group of people. They can be created in a few different ways in a team setting.It is important to know when to execute or abandon sparks. Maybe executing a spark makes sense when you have a strong team dynamic. Maybe you need to plan in order to execute the spark, especially if you or the team don't have the capacity. But, sometimes abandoning the spark is better when you realize it is not a possibility at all for your firm.Listen in to learn more!• 6:49 Reflection on Sparks • 10:08 Creating Conditions for Sparks • 14:03 Hypothesis vs. Commitment for Ideas• 22:41 Capturing and Documenting Sparks • 24:43 Knowing When to Execute or Abandon • 25:37 Value of Pattern Interrupts Tune in to today's episode and checkout the full show notes here. 

I think they're good ideas.

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In this podcast, author and speaker Jay Payleitner talks with Wayne Rice and John Coulombe about his new book A Grand Way to Live: Faith, Wisdom and Joy for  Every Grandparent which contains 90 devotional readings on grandparenting. He gives us a free sample from his book and offers several ideas for grandparents including “Prayable Moments,” a way to communicate a Christian worldview to grandchildren without being preachy or pushy. You will enjoy Jay's enthusiasm, humor and creative outlook on the role of grandparents in today's world. Books and resources mentioned during this podcast:The Tale of Three Trees: A Traditional Folktale by Angela Elwell Hunt Mere Christianity by C. S. LewisWhat If God Wrote Your Bucket List by Jay Payleitner and Josh McDowellHooray for Grandparents by Jay PayleitnerA Grand Way to Live by Jay PayleitnerHappy Semiquincentennial, America! by Jay Payleitner

Our country has a decades-long history of candidates promising to reduce war and spending. And then, of course, when they get in office, they seem to do the opposite, no matter which political persuasion. The only good news is that when the public feels deceived, they Elect the opposite party. But of course within a year it is just more of the same.Ron Paul has reminded us that there is no perfection either by liberty or by tyranny. He suggested the solution is to introduce more individual voluntary choice into our system.Clip Used: Conservatives Fume Over 'Former' Al Qaeda In The White HouseBy: RonPaulLibertyReportFollow Us:YouTubeTwitterFacebookBlueskyAll audio & videos edited by: Jay Prescott Videography

Guest: Ed Keenan, Toronto Star city columnist Toronto has always been a contradiction; a city people fall in love with and get fed up with, often at the same time. This year, the Toronto Star explored those many shades in our Toronto the Better series, digging into the cracks, complexities, and questions around how to actually make the city better. Now we want you to join the conversation. We're launching One Great Idea — a project asking for your bold, beautiful, or just plain weird ideas to help fix Toronto. If you could change one thing about this city, what would it be? And what kind of ideas could actually turn Toronto into the place you want it to be? In this episode, city columnist Ed Keenan talks about the project, the city's identity crisis, and why even the most frustrated Torontonians show up to cry and cheer together during a Blue Jays playoff run. Have a great idea of your own? Send it to onegreatidea@thestar.ca in under 200 words or drop it in the comments below. We'll be publishing a selection soon and letting readers choose which ones are worth championing. Audio sources: Youtube, CP24 This episode was produced by Sean Pattendon 

On this episode, Jen Price, of Travel Books and Movies, discusses her life that involves a great deal of travel, how she incorporates reading into travelling, and her book club that has a brilliant idea about how to choose books. We also get into some of the shared perils of being feral readers.    Travel Books and Movies Blog Jen on Instagram Travel Books and Movies Facebook Group Reading Retreat Guide/Newsletter Bon Voyage Book Box    Books mentioned in this episode:    What Betsy's reading:  Katabasis by R.F. Kuang  Pan by Michael Clune   Books Highlighted by Jen: From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg  Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides  Travels of Terror by Kelly Florence and Meg Hafdahl  A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini  The Seven Sisters by Lucinda Riley   All books available on my Bookshop.org episode page.   Other books mentioned in this episode: Kristy's Great Idea by Ann M. Martin The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown  The View from Saturday by E.L. Konigsburg  The Girl from Donegal by Carmel Harrington  A Journey to the New World (Dear America) by Kathryn Lasky  The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown  What I Was Doing While You Were Breeding by Kristin Newman

Building custom GPTs for real work, not just party tricks is tricky. That's why I invited Len Ward to sit in my guest chair.  He's a former Wall Street pro turned agency builder, now leading Comexis, and he has the scars to prove what works and what does not. We covered where these tools shine, where they trip you up, and how to keep them sounding like you, not a committee of the internet. Key points The idea Build a focused GPT that acts like a virtual team member. Feed it your processes, products, locations, and goals so it can help with tasks like onboarding, strategy, and client communication. What can go wrong Trusting outputs without review, letting the model drift from your voice over time, and uploading sensitive info or leaving training on so your data fuels everyone else's bot. What we would do differently Lock down privacy settings, create prompt playbooks, retrain with fresh voice samples on a set schedule, and keep humans in the loop for approval. What went wrong I learned the hard way that voice drifts. I had the GPT read my work, it started strong, then wandered off into generic advice land. Len called out why. If we keep feeding broad material and never course correct, the model forgets our tone. Another stumble is data carelessness. Uploading client details or financials, even as examples, can create risk. One more trap is blind faith. These tools are fast, not flawless. They still need a final pass from human eyes. Actionable takeaways for women running the show Scope the job Name one clear role for each GPT, such as Onboarding Coordinator or Content Draft Assistant. Narrow focus leads to better answers. Set privacy controls In settings, turn off training on your data. Do not upload personal or financial info. If you must, scrub names and use your own codes. Build a prompt playbook Ask the GPT to write the top ten prompts it responds to best. Save them and start sessions with those prompts to keep work on track. Refresh the voice Every few weeks, feed three to five recent posts, emails, or show notes and say, learn this voice again. Then ask for a short style checklist it must follow. Require a human check Before anything goes public, the content owner signs off. Think of GPT as the fast assistant, you are the editor in chief. Collect and centralize content Keep a clean library in Drive or Dropbox. Use clear folders for articles, FAQs, product sheets, and case studies. These become your training set. Answer real questions Watch chatbot logs or support tickets. Turn every repeated question into a page, a post, or a short video. If your site does not solve a problem as fast as ChatGPT, visitors leave. Forget silver bullets Old school SEO tricks are not the ticket. Strong brands with deep, helpful content win more often in AI answers. Keep writing, keep linking, keep it useful. Why this matters now We are shifting from search and retrieve to solve my problem. Custom GPTs, used wisely, can speed that shift inside your business, from onboarding to content to customer care. Used carelessly, they dilute your voice and increase risk. The good news is the fix is simple habits, not magic. About Len Ward Len Ward is a former Wall Street institutional equities professional, agency builder, and now Managing Partner of Commexis—an AI consulting firm helping businesses replace outdated marketing with intelligent systems that think. With over two decades of experience spanning finance, e-commerce, and digital marketing, Len brings a rare perspective on disruption cycles. He believes traditional agencies are finished and that AI is the operating system for the next decade of business. Known for his straight talk and contrarian edge, Len makes AI real, actionable, and impossible to ignore. Visit our website for a free consultation on AI.  https://www.Commexis.com

The Demystify Duo sits down for a conversation about the hidden variable that decides how successful someone's ideas will be. Normally, you hear that intelligence, the “g-factor” that Richard Haier and other intelligence reasearchers point to, is the decisive factor for worldly success. And while that might be true in some purely quantitative sense that's measured in terms of salary or stock options or whatever, that seems to not be the most important thing for being able to see the world accurately. We spend the conversation trying to define what that hidden variable is, and why it's so important to cultivate, and how weird it is that no one seems to realize it's there. PATREON https://www.patreon.com/c/demystifysciPARADIGM DRIFThttps://demystifysci.com/paradigm-drift-showHOMEBREW MUSIC - Check out our new album!Hard Copies (Vinyl): FREE SHIPPING https://demystifysci-shop.fourthwall.com/products/vinyl-lp-secretary-of-nature-everything-is-so-good-hereStreaming:https://secretaryofnature.bandcamp.com/album/everything-is-so-good-here00:00 Go! Scientific Rationality vs. Pseudosc!ence 00:01:00 Anxiety in Teaching New Perspectives 00:03:00 The Demarcation Problem 00:06:00 The Evolution of Rational Inquiry 00:09:00 The Limits of Mathematical Rigor 00:12:00 The Acceptance of Mystical Thinking in Physics 00:15:00 The Dilemma of Measurement in Quantum Physics 00:18:00 Disparity Between Ideals and Practices 00:21:00 The Role of Theories in Understanding 00:21:30 Theories of Continental Formation and Consensus 00:23:09 The Value of Expertise vs. Radical Ideas 00:25:51 Expertise and Obsession in Fields of Study 00:28:31 The Nature of Radical Claims 00:32:51 Models and Simplification 00:37:54 Overlap of Science and Supernaturalism 00:43:01 Positivism and Rational Inquiry 00:46:00 Physics as Storytelling 00:49:39 Intelligence and Great Ideas 00:54:50 Discernment vs. Intelligence#philosophy , #quantummechanics , #quantumphysics , #cosmos, #intellectual , #logicpuzzles , #reasoningtricks , #perspective, #enlightenment, #curiosity #philosophypodcast , #physicsfun, #longformpodcastMERCH: Rock some DemystifySci gear : https://demystifysci-shop.fourthwall.com/AMAZON: Do your shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/3YyoT98DONATE: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaDSUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@UCqV4_7i9h1_V7hY48eZZSLw@demystifysci RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rssMAILING LIST: https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySciMUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

Much of the material in this podcast is related to Grant Cameron's books Tuned-In, Inspiration, Contact Modalities, and Paranormal Music.Podcast Description: The Download: Where Truly Great Ideas Come FromWhere do our most brilliant, game-changing ideas actually come from? We like to believe they're the product of our own hard work and genius, but what if the greatest breakthroughs in history—from timeless songs to world-changing inventions—aren't created, but received?In this episode, we dive into the mysterious source of creativity, exploring the compelling theory that the human brain is less an originator and more a sophisticated receiver, tuning into ideas that already exist in a non-local field of consciousness. We trace the history of this concept, from the muses of ancient Greece and Socrates' guiding “demon,” to the pivotal Renaissance shift where we stopped having a genius and started being one. This ego-centric view, we argue, might be the very thing blocking the signal.Through stunning, firsthand accounts, we explore the evidence:Paul McCartney waking with the fully-formed melody of “Yesterday” in his head, convinced it was a memory, not an original creation.Bono dreaming a complete song that sounded like Roy Orbison, only for Orbison to unexpectedly appear and ask for a new track.The Guess Who spontaneously channeling their hit “American Woman” in a live jam, unaware they were even creating a song.Nikola Tesla visualizing his complex inventions in perfect, minute detail before building a single prototype.We then investigate the mechanism: how does the brain act as a receiver? The key seems to be silencing the analytical, self-doubting ego. We examine the power of the hypnagogic state between sleep and waking, the disciplined receptivity of deep meditation as practiced by Carlos Santana, and even shocking scientific evidence where temporarily inhibiting the brain's left hemisphere can unlock savant-like abilities.Finally, we meet the modern creators who maintain active relationships with their non-physical guides, from Joni Mitchell and her muse, “Art,” to the extraordinary case of Rosemary Brown, a housewife with no musical training who channeled new compositions from deceased masters like Liszt and Beethoven.This journey challenges our deepest assumptions about originality, ownership, and the very nature of creativity itself. If the best ideas are downloads, then the creator's real work is not to struggle, but to become a clear, quiet, and receptive vessel. Join us as we learn how to quiet the noise and tune in.Grant Cameron Websitewww.presidentialufo.org

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Have you ever noticed that you tend to have your best ideas in the shower? If so, you're not alone! A 2014 study conducted by cognitive psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman found that 72% of people get creative ideas while showering. So it's really not a coincidence. Science has shown that taking a shower is actually a perfect combination of a few factors which allow for optimal creativity. Struggling to solve a particularly complicated problem at work or in your studies? Need to come up with the perfect Christmas gift idea, or plan an event? Try jumping in the shower; you'd be surprised how often it's more effective than continuing to grind away or hoping for a flash of inspiration. How can taking a shower boost creativity? Do hormones have anything to do with it? Does this state of mind have a name? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠What is bae-realing, the new dating trend?⁠ ⁠Why are Christmas adverts so moving?⁠ ⁠Could Mastodon replace Twitter?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 4/12/22 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textRecently, Lucy Foulkes, a Research Fellow in the Department of Experimental Psychology at the University of Oxford, wrote an opinion piece for The Guardian newspaper titled, “Mental-health lessons in schools sound a like a great idea. The trouble is, they don't work,” in which she asserts, “the only information we should teach en masse is where a young person should get help.” My guest today to discuss this article and get beyond its provocative title is Kevin Runions. In addition to being a friend of Talking About Kids, Kevin is an academic researcher, an independent consultant, and a globally-recognized expert on the important components of school climate, like bullying initiatives and mental-health lessons. Spoiler alert: Keven and I do not believe that the research Lucy cites supports her conclusion. More information about Kevin, including how you can engage him to improve school climates where you live, is at talkingaboutkids.com.

If you are selling your home in a divorce, the last thing you probably want to think about is renovating it. But in this episode, we talk about how a small renovation--that takes very little time and doesn't cost a fortune, can help you in a justified higher asking price and much larger profit. My guest is Amanda Valente, co-founder of Renovation Sells. Amanda and I talk about "selling smart in divorce" and we offer tips for those stressed about the process. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/before-selling-a-house-in-divorce-consider-renovating/

Hans von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation joins the show to talk about Visa fee hike, Antifa and more.

We talk with Kenosha's Ben DeSmidt, owner of Union Park Tavern - which is the site of a huge Oktoberfest celebration this weekend that also honors Kenosha's 175th anniversary. DeSmidt, a Professor Emeritus of Classics and Great Ideas at Carthage College, is also a newly elected member of the Wisconsin Assembly, representing the 65th Assembly District.

If you're a coach or leader of any type of team, if you're not reading, you're not growing! This is episode 2 of my "Leaders are Readers" series. You will hear 4 powerful quotes that talk about why it's so important for leaders to become readers if they aren't already.For those of you who are not readers, DO NOT run away from these episodes! They are for you more than they are for those of us who consider ourselves readers already. You will find GREAT IDEAS in here to help spur you on to becoming someone who is a reader, and you will find ways to read that make it easier for you to become someone who considers himself/herself a reader.Enjoy this journey through quotes about the importance of reading for those of us in leadership positions. And remember to Rate, Review, & Follow the show!For more information to help you on your road to becoming your best, check us out at SlamDunkSuccess.com or email me at scott@slamdunksuccess.com.As always, our background music is "Dance in the Sun" by Krisztian Vass.

Today, I am starting a new series. I was not planning to do so. I was merely going to do the quote that you see as the title of the series, "Leaders are Readers." Then, as I did a little research on that quote, I found quite a few more quotes to help explain the importance and value of that quote and concept. The more quotes I found, the more I wanted to talk about them.And so, we will have a few episodes that deal with the importance of reading. For those of you who are not readers, DO NOT run away from the episodes! They are for you more than they are for those of us who consider ourselves readers already. You will find GREAT IDEAS in here to help spur you on to becoming someone who is a reader, and you will find ways to read that make it easier for you to become someone who considers himself/herself a reader.I will also be introducing a new format that I am going to try to put out to the world that deals with the idea of reading books. Not sure yet when I will talk about it, but it will be at some point in this series. Also not sure when I will actually start whatever it is I plan on doing, but again, you will hear that at some point in the series, too (I think!).But for now, enjoy this journey through quotes about the importance of reading for those of us in leadership positions!For more information to help you on your road to becoming your best, check us out at SlamDunkSuccess.com or email me at scott@slamdunksuccess.com.As always, our background music is "Dance in the Sun" by Krisztian Vass.

A parole board rejected Erik Menendez's request for release, saying he has not shown proper remorse for killing his parents 36 years ago. His brother, Lyle Menendez, faces his own hearing today. Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill that could give Democrats an advantage in California's congressional races, saying it is meant to balance a similar measure in Texas that helps Republicans win extra seats. Two years after wildfires destroyed Lahaina and King Kamehameha III Elementary, teachers Janeen Tempo and Darice Garcia are helping students find stability at a temporary school built in less than 90 days. Attorneys general in 14 states and Washington, D.C., accuse TikTok of designing its app to keep users hooked. Court-released edited video shows some company staff discussing the toll it can take on children and teens. Ron Howard joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about "Eden," his new movie based on the real story of European settlers in the Galapagos Islands after World War I. In a conversation with Anthony Mason, Riz Ahmed reflects on starring in the new action thriller "Relay," his beginnings in London theater, his breakout roles in "Nightcrawler" and "The Night Of," and how family life has reshaped his artistry. Registered dietician Megan McNamee, co-author of the New York Times bestseller "Feeding Littles Lunches," joins "CBS Mornings" with stress-free, protein-rich lunch ideas for kids heading back to school. Beloved "Sesame Street" star Sonia Manzano, known for her role as Maria, joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new bilingual children's book "Alma's Great Idea," which encourages imagination and independence. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this reflective and wide-ranging conversation, longtime collaborator and Good Life EDU Podcast guest Otis Pierce of ESU 7 joins the pod to unpack some key takeaways from a summer of professional learning. From AI integration and academic integrity to distance learning innovations, digital citizenship initiatives, and math instruction practices, Otis and Andrew explore what's new, what's next, and what's front-of-mind as Nebraska educators head into a new school year. This episode highlights the spirit of statewide collaboration across Nebraska's ESUs and the Department of Education, while also celebrating the continuous growth mindset educators embody year-round. Whether you're starting the year with fresh energy or looking for meaningful insights to elevate your practice, this episode offers inspiration and resources to support your journey.

What does it really take to build and keep trust?Jon Goehring, Coach Jim Johnson, and Dr. Rehnuma Karim welcome Dr. Yoram Solomon — author of The Book of Trust and Can I Trust You? mini books, entrepreneurship expert, and host of The Trust Show podcast — for a no-nonsense conversation dissecting the complex nature of trust in leadership, sales, and life. Yoram reveals eight fundamental laws of trust — from its continuous, personal, and asymmetrical nature to the power of transferability and reciprocity.He demolishes common myths about leadership, showing why promoting your best individual contributor rarely produces the best leader. Instead, he stresses empathy, transparency, and tailored accountability for building cultures of trust and performance.Key takeaways include:The critical mindset shift from blame to growth through vulnerability and honest self-assessmentWhy trust is relative and personal — no one can please everyoneHow transferable trust works to open doors and deepen relationshipsBuilding alignment through shared values as the #1 predictor of trustworthinessPractical strategies for leaders and team members to earn and nurture trust dailyEvaluating ideas with honest detachment and not falling in love with your solutionThe vital role of face-to-face interaction over LinkedIn or email in building authentic trustWhether you're a young leader, entrepreneur, or team member looking to catalyze real impact, this episode gives you the frameworks and mindset to become intentionally trustworthy.Resources Mentioned:The Book of Trust & Mini Books Series — yoramsolomon.com | trusthabits.comCan I Trust You? Podcast — The Trust ShowUpcoming book: Is It Really a Great Idea?

This podcast is eligible for a Certificate of Completion if you complete a Post Podcast Test. August 13, 2025 Jeremy Carney, MSW, PhD  and Charley Joyce, MSW know that child welfare work can be challenging.  Yet it offers a deeply rewarding career path for individuals passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children,… The post Why Becoming a Child Welfare Professional is a Great Idea appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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Send us a textThe path to breakthrough ideas starts with… the bad ones.In a world obsessed with perfection, Jason Keath makes a counterintuitive—and surprisingly liberating—case: bad ideas aren't the enemy, they're the engine. As the founder of Social Fresh and a longtime advisor to brands seeking creative edge, Jason argues that creativity is a process, not a personality trait—and the faster we get comfortable with failure, the faster we unlock genius.In this episode, Jason and Jeremy talk about:Why we mythologize creativity—and how to make it practicalThe Fast & Ugly method that beats overthinkingHow constraints fuel creativity rather than stifle itWhat teams get wrong in brainstorms—and how to fix itWhy “creative blocks” are often just fear in disguiseThe surprising neuroscience behind idea volume and qualityWhy marketers, leaders, and founders need to stop waiting for inspirationWhether you're leading a brand, launching a product, or staring down a blank page, this conversation will help you stop polishing and start producing.Links:Jason's site: jasonkeath.comSocial Fresh: socialfresh.comJason's book: The Case for More Bad Ideas (Out now!)

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We have convened a club whose charter is to learn about The Baby-Sitters Club. Join us as we met the Club's founding members and learn about Kristy's mortal enemy: her mom's new boyfriend.These episodes posted first for our Patreon supporters! If you want to hear the rest of them ahead of time (and a bunch of other stuff besides), visit Patreon.com/overduepod.Here's the full Sit Me Baby One More Time reading list:Kristy's Great IdeaClaudia and the Phantom Phone CallsThe Truth about StaceyMary Anne Saves the DayDawn and the Impossible ThreeHello, MalloryJessi's Secret LanguageWelcome to the BSC, AbbySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

People love to say they've got a great idea, how it's going to change everything, make them rich, or finally set them free. The problem is, most of them never do a damn thing with it. They talk, they plan, they wait, and nothing happens.  I've had great ideas too. One could've made real money. I did nothing with it. That's not a lesson, it's a warning. An idea without action is worthless. Worse, it becomes life cancer, the habit of telling yourself you'll get to it someday. That habit stacks up. It drags down your personal life, then leaks … Continue reading →

On a new edition of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the resistance leaders often feel to new ideas when they have too much on their plate. Robert shares guidance for evaluating ideas objectively, and how to take on new initiatives without burning yourself out. Read the post in this episode: Friday Forward - Idea Resistance (#487) This episode of the Elevate Podcast is sponsored by: Brevo: ⁠⁠brevo.com/elevate⁠⁠ Masterclass: ⁠⁠masterclass.com/elevate⁠⁠ Northwest Registered Agent: ⁠⁠northwestregisteredagent.com/elevate⁠⁠ Shopify: ⁠⁠shopify.com/elevate⁠⁠ ExpressVPN:⁠ ⁠expressvpn.com/elevate⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan Callen - stand-up comedian, actor, writer and podcaster. Bryan studied acting at the Beverly Hills Playhouse and then initiated his career as one of the original cast members on the sketch comedy series MADtv. Join Cam and Bryan for a discussion about Bryan's comedy career, acting, philosophy, and more! Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Follow Bryan: https://www.instagram.com/bryancallen/  Thank you to our sponsors: Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% your first order Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ Use code CAM for 10% off  MTN OPS Supplements: https://mtnops.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off and Free Shipping Hoyt: http://bit.ly/3Zdamyv use code CAM for 10% off Grizzly Coolers: https://www.grizzlycoolers.com/ use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off GoHunt: https://gohunt.com/ use code CAM when you sign up for $50 towards the gear shop + 10% off the GoHunt store Timestamps: 00:00:00  Success Rate - Throwing Rocks at Sparrows 00:05:44  Bryan's Acting Career 00:08:05  Quick Wit, Reciting Old Movies, & Back Muscles 00:11:26  Reading People, Learning Culture, & Bryan's Dad 00:16:08  The Negatives of Acting 00:20:45  Cult of the Amuture 00:25:29  Great Ideas of Philosophy & Beauty 00:30:50  Ad Break (SIG Sauer) 00:31:49  Bonds Made Through Comedy 00:34:03  Reliving Trauma Through Comedy 00:36:36  Grizzly Bears 00:42:06  Original Self Expression in Comedy 00:47:41  Bryan's Testosterone 00:50:22  Coffee & Nicotine 00:51:59  Bryan's Beautiful Wife 00:54:43  Cam's Art Collection 00:55:36  Dall Sheep Hunt with Roy Roth 00:58:59  Horse & Gorilla's Self Defense 01:04:47  Bryan's Turkey Hunting Experience & Joe 01:05:49  Joe Rogan's Friendship 01:09:54  Bryan's New Comedy Special 01:11:28  Bryan's Podcast & Carrot Top 01:15:08  Andrew Huberman, Faith, & the Science of Life 01:19:04  Human Consciousness & Suffering 01:28:39  Coming to Terms with Saying Goodbye in Life 01:30:23  You'll Pay for Everything You Did & Didn't Do 01:36:22  Outro