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Too many sellers give discounts before securing commitments, leaving deals vulnerable and dragging negotiations on for weeks. In this episode of 30 Minutes to President's Club, we show you how to execute negotiations in three simple steps: confirm you're the vendor of choice, lock down your customer's timeline, and only then and only then, execute the give-get.

At a recent workshop at The Omega Institute, Suzanne Giesemann was instructed by her guides SANAYA to lead a healing meditation. You, too, can experience this deep transmission of energy from SANAYA that can transmute any challenges you are dealing with whether they be mental, emotional, physical, or spiritual. Know that healing is possible, miracles are possible, and you are so very loved. Music is from Suzanne's Hemi-Sync recordings which you can find here: https://suzannegiesemann.com/hemi-sync-mediumship-series/ Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. NOW AVAILABLE!! Suzanne's latest release - Making the Afterlife Connection: The Journey From Doubt to Knowing Death is Not the End https://suzannegiesemann.com/making-the-afterlife-connection The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Mediumship - Sacred Communications from Loved Ones Across the Veil https://suzannegiesemann.com/mediumship-book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THINK LIKE A MARKETER, HIRE LIKE A PRO Are you treating hiring as strategically as you market your services or products? More importantly—is your business attracting the right talent, or repelling them before they even apply? Before you hit play, ask yourself: Would your dream employee be excited to work for your company based on what's visible on your website, Google listing, and social media today?Are you making the critical mistake of only “marketing” your business to customers—while great candidates just breeze by?How could applying your customer marketing playbook to hiring result in better people, less stress, and faster growth this year? In this episode, we reveal how to think like a marketer and hire like a pro: Why your employer brand matters as much as your customer brand, and how to align both for authenticity that attracts—not just applicants, but the right people.Proven ways to “out-story” your competition and use reviews, social proof, and candid team content to build trust and culture.The marketing funnel approach to hiring: from nurturing a talent pipeline and optimizing job pages for SEO, to automating touchpoints with CRM and email lists—so you're never scrambling when that critical position opens up.Real stories from the front lines (including a few hiring misadventures) that highlight what works, what doesn't, and how marketing tactics can build a sustainable, scalable hiring process. Meet Your Marketing Guides: Ian Cantle – Dental Marketing HeroesKen Tucker – Changescape WebPaul Barthel – Changescape WebJeff Stec – Tylerica Marketing Systems Each week, your Marketing Guides bring you hard-earned wisdom and practical tools you can use right now to outsmart your competition—whether you're building a customer base or a team. Ready to build a brand that attracts top talent—not just more customers?

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Storage, a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in both adult and child/adolescent psychiatry. We explore how SPECT brain scans can reveal hidden strengths and weaknesses, the different subtypes of ADHD and their unique treatment approaches, and why nutrition, sleep, and movement are so essential for supporting children's mental health. Dr. Storage also offers his perspective on when medication may be the right choice, how metabolic and mental health are connected, and the simple lifestyle strategies families can start using today to support brain health.→Leave Us A Voice Message!Topics Discussed: → How do SPECT scans help with ADHD?→ What are the types of ADHD?→ How does nutrition support brain health?→ When is ADHD medication needed?→ How are metabolic and mental health linked?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com→ LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/Kelly → Hiya Health | Get 50% off your first order at HiyaHealth.com/Kelly and give your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy, happy adults.→ Manukora | Head to manukora.com/kelly to save up to 31% & $25 worth of free gifts in the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar.Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction→ 00:02:21 - Path to Functional Medicine→ 00:04:34 - SPECT Scan Overview→ 00:08:58 - Improving Your Brain Scan→ 00:12:37 - Understanding Strengths & Weaknesses→ 00:14:09 - ADHD Superpower→ 00:18:40 - ADHD & IQ→ 00:21:09 - Treating Different Types of ADHD→ 00:26:07 - Deciding When to Medicate→ 00:29:54 - Adderall→ 00:32:12 - Nutrition & Brain Health→ 00:33:44 - Lifestyle Interventions→ 00:38:10 - Lunchbox Ideas & Children's Nutrition→ 00:40:09 - Exercise Recommendations→ 00:43:06 - Children's Sleep Routine→ 00:47:12 - Supplementation→ 00:50:17 - Caffeine & ADHD→ 00:54:23 - Improving Brain Health→ 00:56:37 - Mental Health & Metabolic Health→ 00:58:01 - Spiritual Health→ 00:58:53 - Types of Depression→ 01:00:46 - Misdiagnosing Bipolar Disorder→ 01:02:10 - Processing Trauma & Neuroplasticity→ 01:06:41 - The Future of Psychiatry & Mental HealthCheck Out Dr. Steven: → Website→ Instagram: @drstevenstorage ; @amen_clinics→ YouTubeCheck Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ Youtube→ Facebook

Today i provide 3 mini guides for upcoming transits for September along with ritual and crystal recommendations for the following --1st Saturn Enters Pisces----2 nd Mercury Enters Virgo----6th Uranus Retrograde Begins in Gemini

Send us a textWe all have internal "equalizer controls" for our masculine and feminine energies, and finding the sweet spot between extremes creates flow and harmony in our lives and relationships. In this episode, we explore with the Guides how to find this point of divine power within each of us. • The space between sleeping and waking mirrors our spiritual journey between unconsciousness and consciousness• Like an audio equalizer, we each have two controllers inside – one for yin energy (feminine, receptive) and one for yang energy (masculine, active)• When either energy moves to extremes, we experience suffering – shadow feminine becomes neediness and depression; shadow masculine becomes burnout and control• The "sweet spot" near the middle represents divine/healed expressions of both energies• We can only control our own equalizer settings, not anyone else's• Our energy settings create our experiences – like a musician playing notes that manifest physically• In relationships, harmony comes when each person adjusts their own energy balance consciously• Small, intentional adjustments to our internal energies can completely transform our experience• Spirit is creating something new through us when we operate from this balanced sweet spotTrust your inner knowing and balance your energies. New doors are opening that align with your destiny, and spirit is providing all the support you need – you don't have to do everything yourself.Learn more about, book a session with or contact India Leigh at indialeigh.com

My guest today is Joe Liemandt. Joe is the Principal at Alpha School and the founder of Triliogy Software and ESW Capital. He became the youngest member of the Forbes 400 in the 1990s before vanishing from public view for two decades—only to emerge with a $1 billion bet that he can make kids learn 10x faster using AI. Joe has built an AI tutoring system so effective that students at his Alpha School literally beg not to take summer breaks, achieving 2x learning outcomes in just 2 hours with standardized test results that compete with the best of them. We dive deep into why this could be the most valuable product he's ever built, his contrarian thesis that traditional SaaS is facing AI-driven obsolescence, and how his experience buying 100+ software companies prepared him for this moonshot in a trillion-dollar market that hasn't innovated in 200 years.  For investors, this is a masterclass in deploying patient capital to rebuild broken systems from first principles, with insights on everything from regulatory moats to the intersection of AI and human psychology. As your excited skeptic, I push hard on the technology readiness, parental adoption hurdles, and whether this audacious vision can actually scale to a billion kids. Additionally, in a Colossus Profile released last week, our editor-in-chief Jeremy Stern reported, for the first time, Joe as the product guy behind Alpha School in a can't miss piece of writing. And now please enjoy my conversation with Joe Liemandt.  Joe Liemandt's Colossus Profile by Jeremy Stern. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Ramp's mission is to help companies manage their spend in a way that reduces expenses and frees up time for teams to work on more valuable projects. Go to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ramp.com/invest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for free and get a $250 welcome bonus. – This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ridgeline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Ridgeline has built a complete, real-time, modern operating system for investment managers. It handles trading, portfolio management, compliance, customer reporting, and much more through an all-in-one real-time cloud platform. Head to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ridgelineapps.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the platform. – This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ AlphaSense⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. AlphaSense has completely transformed the research process with cutting-edge AI technology and a vast collection of top-tier, reliable business content. Invest Like the Best listeners can get a free trial now at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Alpha-Sense.com/Invest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and experience firsthand how AlphaSense and Tegus help you make smarter decisions faster. ----- Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thepodcastconsultant.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best(00:06:08) How Alpha School Is Revolutionizing Learning(00:12:47) Personalized Tutoring with AI(00:19:59) Measuring the Impossible: 2x Learning Outcomes(00:25:39) All Educational Content Is Obsolete(00:35:51) Motivating Students: The Key to Success(00:42:06) Life Skills Workshops: Real-World Lessons(00:47:47) The Key to Happiness: High Standards(00:52:33) The Role of Guides and Coaches(00:58:22) Feedback Loops and AI in Education(01:04:20) The AI-Powered Classroom Experience(01:18:06) From Self-Doubt to Limitless Learning(01:28:20) Challenges in Public School Systems(01:41:56) Gamified Learning and Technology(01:49:46) From Trilogy to Trillion-Dollar Markets(01:55:05) Why Software Companies Fail(02:01:21) Trilogy University(02:10:39) Lessons from Mentors(02:17:25) Pushing Limits and Finding Passion(02:27:12) Joe's Kindest Thing

Sales pros spend too much time on admin instead of selling. In this episode, Yoni Tserruya, CEO of Lusha, reveals six high-impact ways to automate your sales process so you can spend more time building trust with customers and less time stuck in busywork.

This week's You-est You® Podcast episode is a soul-stirring one with Paul Selig, a renowned channel and author of 13 books.  Paul channels and shares wisdom from the Guides about what manifestation really is, why prosperity is source, and how to invite your higher self to the party. One of my favorite reminders: What you bless, blesses you. If you've been craving a deeper understanding of how to align with your divine self in this time of great reckoning, this episode is pure medicine. About Paul Selig Paul Selig is one of the foremost spiritual channels of our time and the author of 13 acclaimed books, including the I Am Word series. Once a skeptic, he experienced a spontaneous awakening that opened him to clairaudient channeling, leading to decades of teaching and receiving transmissions from “the Guides.” His work offers profound insight into manifestation, prosperity, and the awakening of the divine self. Paul's channeled teachings have touched audiences worldwide, helping thousands remember their inherent worth and align with higher consciousness. Enjoy this conversation with Paul Selig and The Guides!   About Your Host, Julie Reisler Join Julie Reisler weekly, podcast host, intuitive coach, author, and multi-time TEDx speaker, each week to learn how to access your spiritual gifts and inner guidance to be your You-est You® and achieve greater inner peace, spiritual connection, happiness, and abundance. Tune in to hear powerful, inspirational stories and wisdom from spiritual luminaries, experts, conscious leaders, psychic mediums, and extraordinary human beings that will help to transform your life.  Be sure to subscribe to Julie's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/juliereisler and ring the notification bell so that you never miss a powerful episode! Here's to your truest, You-est You! Love, Julie   You-est You® Resources for YOU! See below for free tools, resources, programs, and goodies to help you become your YOU-EST YOU!   FREE Manifest Your Goals & Dreams 7-Day Toolset This stunning free toolset is a 7-day workbook (25 pages full) of powerful mindset practices, grounding meditations (and audio), a new beautiful time management system and template to set your personalized schedule for your best productivity, a personalized energy assessment, and so much more. It was designed to specifically help you uplevel your routine and self-care habits for success so you can radiate and become your ‘You-est You'. These tools are some of Julie's best practices used with hundreds of her clients to help you feel more confident, clear, and connected to your best self so that you feel inspired to take on the world. Get it at: juliereisler.com/toolset   FREE Intuition Test Unlock your unique intuitive super-powers and discover your dominant Intuition Language™. Take the free test now at https://juliereisler.com/intuitiontest-podcast   Intuition Activation Mini-Course - 90% OFF! For a limited time only, get access to Julie's powerful transformative Intuition Activation mini-course for 90% off! You'll have lifetime access to this course that is full of video modules, worksheets, meditations, tools and practices to unlock your intuition and activate your inner guidance! Sign up now at https://juliereisler.com/activation    Craving deeper connection beyond words? Explore my Meditation Portal — a sacred space for weekly guided meditations, energy healing, and intuitive alignment. These channeled journeys are activations designed to help you reconnect with your soul, expand your inner awareness, and live from a place of calm, clarity, and higher love.

Visit RENEW.org for great resources on Disciple Making and Theology.  Check out our 2025 RENEW Gathering Digital Access Pass:  https://reallifetheologypodcast.supercast.com/  Today's episode will help us understand the theological and social perspectives surrounding the inclusion and fear experienced by African Americans in the context of Christian unity. Orpheus. Heyward discusses the importance of theological foundations, focusing on the Great Commission and the inclusivity of the Gospel for all ethnic groups. It highlights the biblical story of Peter's vision in Acts 10, emphasizing God's acceptance of ethnic diversity. Orpheus. Heyward addresses the historical trauma faced by African Americans, particularly in the context of religious exclusion and the formation of the black church. The need for understanding and addressing these historical wounds is stressed, particularly within predominantly Caucasian religious spaces. The speaker shares personal experiences and suggests open dialogue and empathy as key steps towards racial unity and reconciliation within the Christian community. Examples include discussions on the Trayvon Martin and George Floyd incidents and the importance of including African American narratives in the larger Christian history. The message concludes with a call for authentic inclusion, collaboration on the mission of God, and the significance of understanding historical pain to create a more inclusive and unified Christian community.

LOCAL SEO – A DEEPER DIVE Are you truly leveraging the power of local SEO, or just scratching the surface? This episode takes you beyond the basics—unpacking the strategies, hidden features, and common pitfalls that determine whether your business shows up (or stays invisible) in your local market. Whether you're a service-area business, brick-and-mortar retailer, or local professional, the rules are changing and the competition is only getting sharper. Before you listen, ask yourself: Do I really know how Google decides which businesses appear at the top of local results—and what's holding mine back?Am I making critical mistakes with my Google Business Profile, or missing out on simple tactics that drive more calls and visits?With AI and changing search habits, am I prepared for the next wave of local SEO, or am I about to be left behind? In this episode, you'll learn: The truth behind “near me” searches versus geo-targeted queries—and why your content needs to serve both.Why Google Business Profile (GBP) is more than just a listing—and how to optimize every corner of it (categories, Q&As, reviews, and ongoing engagement).How proximity, relevance, and prominence drive results—and practical steps to improve all three for your business.The critical role of reviews, reputation, and ongoing profile management—plus what to do when you get hit by fake reviews or platform glitches.What's new with local search in the age of AI and Large Language Models (LLMs)—and why SEO fundamentals aren't dead (yet).Agency-level tips for grid reporting, heat maps, multiple branches, and troubleshooting why you're not ranking. Meet your Marketing Guides: • Ian Cantle – Dental Marketing Heroes • Ken Tucker – Changescape Web • Paul Barthel – Changescape Web • Jeff Stec – Tylerica Marketing Systems Together, they bring decades of hands-on local SEO and digital marketing expertise, helping small and midsize businesses outsmart competitors and get found where it matters most. Ready to stop guessing and start winning at local SEO? Smash that subscribe button, share the show with your colleagues and local business friends, and connect with our Guides at their websites above for more resources, free tips, and a custom SEO review! LISTEN NOW to unlock the strategies that drive local leads and revenue in 2025/26—and keep your business a step ahead.

70% of replies happen after email #1. Here's a simple, repeatable multi-channel sequence (email + phone + social) that drives double-digit contact rates without spamming. Jason Bay's KISS (Keep It Simple Sequencing) framework covers 6 calls, 6 emails, and 3 social touches over 3 weeks. Grab the templates and full structure behind a great sequence along with the best ways to follow up after your first email: https://www.30mpc.com/blog/jason-bays-outbound-sequence-template RESOURCES DISCUSSED: Join our weekly newsletter Things you can steal Save $50 on any 30MPC course with code “PODCAST” Free Sales Templates, Scripts and Guides

Donny returns to the show to help give more Hunter opinions and views this week, as we discuss if an activity is not in the Portal, do we really want to play it? We go over he community outcry this week with the upcoming solo ops Portal changes. Pete Parson's leaving and passing of the torch. We discuss the Epic Raid Race coming in September and what's changed to make us shy away from raiding. We also go over the rest of the news from This Week At Bungie for the 21st August 2025 and cover the upcoming weeks rotations in This Week in Destiny: Edge of Fate – Week 7, plus recommend a few videos for you to watch this week. 00:07:12 - Welcome 00:08:23 - Missing Solstice & Juggling Vault Space 00:12:41 - Eververse Apology 00:16:49 - Star Chores 00:20:01 - Bring Your Own Fireteam Ops 01:01:04 - This Week At Bungie: August 21st 2025 01:01:45 - Epic Raid Race Info & Discussion 01:30:44 - Bungie Raid Rewards Extension 01:32:55 - Portal Changes Incoming 01:53:23 - Power & Rewards 01:57:23 - New Activities & Bonuses 02:08:35 - Conquests Update 02:10:45 - Future Changes 02:11:51 - Rewards From Past Seasons 02:18:24 - Seasonal Challenges PSA 02:20:05 - Mayhem Where? 02:23:38 - Peroty's Player Support Report 02:25:14 - End of the TWAB 02:26:27 - Update 9.0.0.7 Information 02:30:41 - This Week In Destiny: Edge of Fate - Week 7 02:35:39 - Passing The Torch At Bungie 02:52:04 - Tips, Tricks, Guides & Builds 02:56:29 - Thanks, Patreon & End of the Show 03:00:12 - Fin Two Titans and a Hunter YouTube Channel Two Titans and a Hunter Twitch Two Titans and a Hunter Discord Two Titans and a Hunter - Patreon Two Titans and a Hunter Ko-Fi The100 io – GH/GD/2TAAH Group Email: twotitansandahunter@hotmail.com Two Titans and a Hunter Twitter Two Titans and a Hunter – Facebook Artwork by @Nitedemon Xbox Live: Nitedemon, & Peroty End credits theme song by Elsewhere - YouTube Channel Plus as always, thank you to Alexander at Orange Free Sounds & www.freesound.org for all the sound effects used in our podcast.  Required Stuff: Bungie - This Week at Bungie August 21st 2025 Bungie - Update 9.0.0.7 Bungie - Content Vault Year 8 Update Bungie - Dev Insight Solo Ops Bungie - Dev Insight Portal Bungie - Passing The Torch Skarrow9 - Not Swap Doesn't Really Do Anything Fallout Plays - I Tested Every Armor Set Bonuses Mog's Music Box - Dear Bungie… Datto - How To Build & Optimise You Armor Stats In 2025 Paul Tassi - Awful Portal TWAB Destiny 2 - Way Back Machine Link Twitch - GuardianDownBot Raid Checkpoints Twitch - IceBreakerCatty. Engram.Blue Link

Ian writes "The story I'm sitting down to tell, is a true one. One experienced by a faithful friend of mine, Sam, and I. I'm often reluctant to tell this story at length to most people, as the subject matter is unexplainable and rather strange. I don't want to be viewed as the superstitious nut. But having guided all across the country, and having extensive experience in many environments around the united states, I feel I have the authority to tell this story. Essentially what I'm saying is I've been around, in the deep dark hollows all across North America, and never experienced something so strange as I did that night. I don't fancify my experiences in the woods, nor do I hopefully imagine there's something more to a twig breaking. As anyone who has spent a good deal of time in the woods knows, there's no reason to. Eventually you'll experience something daring or fantastic. I am a hunter first and foremost, and to a hunter there's always an explanation, a reason to the wilderness and her inhabitants. Its how we identify patterns and exploit an animals rhythm to make a successful hunt. As a hunter you're a sort of woodsman detective, piecing together clues to set yourself up for success. Lets just say this tale is a cold-case. Let's get into it. It was early summer and I was itching to go camping. I had recently received a new tent and was eager to use it. I called up my good buddy, Sam, and we planned out our camping adventure. We considered going up to the Grayson highlands, or even south into North Carolina. After debating it, we decided it would be more fun to camp somewhere we wouldn't run into any other people. Deep in the woods, far from anyone else, where we could bushcraft, hoot and holler, and bring a gun without fear of scaring the yuppies camping next to us. While we both lived in the woods, I definitely had access to the most remote stretch of woods between us. So we loaded up our stuff and began hiking, deep into the valley below my childhood home. The hike was almost completely straight down a steep hillside, deep into a a hollow that held a small patch of flat land, a flood plane area and creek. The small creek that ran gave the area a beautiful ambiance. Early signs of summer were visible all around and the weather was great. We hiked until we felt the need to start gathering firewood before nightfall. Behind us a was a steep hillside that rose into the west for miles. In front of us was the creek, and to the left the start of another ridge and hillside that rose high into the east and north. To our right, the valley we were in, continued to go down cutting a deep valley. and on the other side of the creek another ridge, separated by a small stream from the ridge to the left, rose into the west and to the south. These two ridges in front of us ran for miles and the little valley formed by the small creek split these ridges for a long ways up until it hit the spring head. This is important for later in the story. Off to the right, further down the valley, more splits in the ridges are made by little tributaries. We started building camp by clearing the brush and leaves away and constructing a small firepit. I placed a tarp on the ground to separate my tent from the damp earth. Remember this, the tarp extended out roughly a foot on each side of my tent. Sam had a hammock that he planned to sleep in, I've only ever camped in a hammock once, and it didn't go great. But I didn't say anything to him, thinking that maybe he would enjoy it. We gathered a hefty load of firewood, consisting of some reasonably dry stuff. It was shaping up to be a really nice camping trip. I've spoken about the joy of being “out there” on this blog before, so I won't beat a dead horse, but it was really nice to be away from people. Sam and I sat around the fire and shot the shit until the sun went down. Now one of the things Sam and I have always bonded on, has been Bigfoot shows. We're both skeptics, and I would say we hold a similar or the same opinion on the subject. Our interest is less about believing in bigfoot, but rather we just find the subject matter to be nostalgic, silly, and a fun thing to joke about. So, I brought up the idea to Sam, that we begin to “Hunt” Bigfoot. He laughed and thought it was a great idea. So we began doing the antics they do in the “Finding Bigfoot” TV show. We started with the classic, Tree knocks. A “Tree Knock” for those unaware, is when you use a stick to beat on a tree, making a loud knocking sound that echoes through the forest. Supposedly sasquatch communicate this way. We didn't think anything of it at all, as I said before, we didn't really believe, we were just joking around. So we began by knocking on the trees and then stopping and listening for a response. After a few times of doing this we paused, and hearing nothing I began to think of a joke to crack and something else to do. Before I could open my mouth, we heard clear as day, a tree nock far off somewhere on the ridge to the left. I looked at Sam and said, “Dude.” Sam just looked back at me in surprise. I then did some more knocks, and we listened again. Then off in the distance, we heard more knocks in response. Then the other ridge to the right we began hearing knocks. Sam at this point was beginning to get freaked out a little and was perplexed as to what it could be. I at the time, was such a hard skeptic I carried on and insisted that it was a person or a woodpecker. “but who in the world would be out there? deeper in the woods than we are, on private land? What woodpecker makes three loud booming knocks on the tree, that sound exactly like the knocks we make?” Sam voiced his rebuttal. I ignored these arguments and held strong to the fact that there is no Bigfoot. I then insisted that we push the envelope by doing woops and howls, just like they do on TV. Sam was not very enthused by this idea, being the humbler and smarter one of us that night, knowing sometimes there's certain things you don't mess with. But at that time I was full of piss and vinegar, and stubborn as a mule about the fact that Bigfoot, is not real. I also had brought a gun with me, and was certain I could fight off anything we would need to fight off. So we started howling into the woods. It was dark that night, being a new moon, and beyond the firelight you couldn't see a damn thing. We would howl and wait listening for a reply. After a few howls, the excitement of “What was that?” started to fade and my logical, rational, science based, theory of the woodpecker began to appear true. Then, out of the dark distance came one of the strangest sounds I've ever heard. A howl. Not a canine howl, not an owls hoot, but a fucking ape howl. Sam's eyes were as big as back hoe tires, and even I was finding it hard to reason that one. Despite this, I continued my ignorant stubbornness, and threw out another howl. Off to the left ridge it replied to us again, the clearest ape whoop I've ever heard. As if it were recorded by researchers in the Congo. I looked at Sam, myself feeling more curious and excited than anything else, I reiterated, “Duuuude.” Then something truly unexplainable and spooky happened, more whoops and howls began on the ridge to the right and further down the valley. And they weren't random, they had etiquette, as if they were chatting back and forth with each other. The one to the left would howl, the one to the right would whoop and howl, the first would respond, and then the one way down the valley would chime in. Sam was really freaked out now, and began considering if we should leave. I, being a stubborn idiot, claimed it was owls. “Owls?? We were both raised in these hollers, I've heard owls, you're gonna tell me that was an owl? Have you ever in your life heard an owl that sounded like a fucking ape?” Sam argued against my claim. “Well, no, but there's no way bigfoot is real. It has to be a bunch of owls speaking to each other. There's nothing else it could be.” I replied, half laughing in astonishment and disbelief of what was unfolding that night. Sam and I kind of bickered for a minute over it, and then decided the wisest decision was to stop antagonizing whatever it was in the woods miles around us whooping and knocking. It wasn't too long after that, we decided to go to bed. I crawled into my tent, and Sam into his hammock. We left the fire going, and every time the fire died down, the woods came to life. Whether it was paranoia, or paranormal, something was stirring. All around camp we could hear what sounded like things being thrown and footsteps. From time to time we would hear another knock or another howl coming from a new position. Sam would leap out of his hammock and chuck loads of wood onto the fire and make it as big as possible. He would then lay back down to sleep. This repeated about three more times. Each time the fire died, things got spookier and spookier. A few times Sam would say, “Did you hear that?” and every time I would just blame it on possums nearing camp, hoping to find food scraps. Well, about the third time, Sam ran out of firewood. Meaning that this time when the fire died, it died for good, leaving us to the dark void of the Appalachian holler. I vividly remember I had fallen asleep before the fire died, and after it died, there was so much stirring around camp, I began to wake up. I was slowly waking up, thinking I was having some sort of nightmare, when I finally fully sobered, and realized that my dream was pleasant. It was reality that was full of frightening sounds and things that go bump in the night. The woods around us had become loud with unexplainable movement, the movement of multiple large things. The whooping and knocking had stopped, which did not comfort me, with all the new sounds right outside my door. There was maybe a 30 yard perimeter around camp that the sounds did not cross. Then suddenly, an extremely loud crashing began through the twigs, leaves, and branches. It was something large, running full sprint through the woods. Starting maybe 50 yards away, and running straight towards our camp. It grew louder and louder, until the sound of crushing leaves, turned to crinkling tarp. The creature, was standing on the tarp my tent was situated on. I was frozen. Like a child, Frozen in fear, eyes wide open. My heart was pounding out of my chest so hard I thought it would explode. I Then heard high above my tent, not near the ground, not four feet up, but high above my tent, the most terrifying sound I've ever heard. it was the sound of a huff and blow, exactly the way you hear a gorilla do it on TV. Or how the apes in planet of the apes do it. Three forceful huff and blows, then the creature turned around and ran back the way it came, back into the darkness of the night. Sam practically leaped out of his hammock and said, “You had to have heard that!” I replied with, “Yeah lets get the fuck out of here.” I slid a round into the chamber of my 30-30 and crawled out of the tent. We both got busy grabbing only our essentials, and started out of the woods. Using shitty dim flashlights, we made our way up the hill. Frantically looking behind us into the terrible night, and trying to move fast without running. We hiked a long ways and by the time we made it back to the house it was far past midnight. We never did see what it was that charged us, and we never did hear anything else after that. But whatever it was, scared us enough to make us hike out in the dead of night and leave all of our gear there. We returned the next morning in full daylight to gather our things. Looking back, I wish we had surveyed the area for tracks or some clue as to what it was, but at the time we did not want to be down there for any longer than we had to. Having been some years since this happened, I would go down there in a heart beat and not think a thing of it. When I come home, I usually feel a sense of ease in the woods. It feels like a weight is lifted off of your shoulders knowing there are no cougars or grizzly bears to worry about. For my western outdoorsy folk, familiar with cougar country, reading this and thinking, “I don't feel a weight in the woods.” my reply, would be the question, have you noticed you've been stalked before? Cougars are some of the sneakiest creatures in the animal kingdom, and just because you've never noticed it, doesn't mean it hasn't happened. I myself have been stalked, I've written about it here previously. It's a feeling that will stick with you, and definitely put you on edge in cougar country for a long time after. I have a colleague who guides western big game in New Mexico, who told me a story once that during a hunt he had a fellow guide spotting for him, and that guide watched a cougar stalk my friend through a grove of trees before giving up. My friend never had the slightest idea he was being stalked. I believe for an avid outdoorsman in cougar country, it is inevitable. And as far as grizzly country, it's a similar feeling but a little different. Most ill bear encounters happen because you surprise the bear in thick woods. I have many friends from my time in Alaska who would share stories of being charged by monster grizzlies from out of no-where. They're just hiking along, and then BOOM! 800 pounds of death is blasting straight towards them. And the consensus is the same amongst them, if you spend enough time out there, it will happen eventually. I luckily was never charged during my time in Alaska, I avoided known bear hang-outs. But the few times I spent time in bear country, I always had this jack in the box anxiety, just waiting for it to happen. What is funny though, is despite that weight being lifted initially, an old feeling always returns. I know it's not some sort of psychological thing having to do with that patch of woods specifically, because I feel it in most places in Appalachia. It's a feeling of being watched, a feeling that something is there, and a feeling of dread. And it amplifies every time you hear some strange crashing in the woods or a sound you cannot explain. Most of the times I've experienced this, I've had a gun. And I think to myself, “Come on man! You're the most badass thing out here.” Yet I can never shake that anxiety. My brother, without having ever heard this story, reluctantly asked me over the phone one day, “don't think I'm crazy but, have you ever felt creeped out in the woods below the house? I don't know what it is, but every time I go down there I feel like I'm being watched, and I get filled with dread.” Hearing him say that sent shivers down my back. Simply because I always dismissed this feeling, I've swept this story under the rug for years, telling myself it was just a bear etc. To hear my brother, who is a marine, tell me that, certified to me that I was not simply being a pussy. I've only ever felt this in two regions of the country. Appalachia, and the Redwood Forests of Northern California. Now some of you may be reading this thinking that I am a nut-job Bigfoot believer. I've been reluctant to share this story for that reason. But I want to end this, saying, I have no idea what it was that made those calls that night. I also have no idea what it was that busted into our camp. We never did lay our eyes on anything. But I want to re-iterate that the story, is true. Verbatim to how it happened as I can recall it, without any embellishment. I have no idea what it was, and you can make your own decision as to what you think it was. But being an experienced woodsman, never have I ever experienced something like that since, and I have no worldly explanation for it. Those were the events that transpired that night, and I'll let you make of that what you will.”   Here is a link to Ian's blog    

For 25 August 2025, Monday of week 21 in Ordinary Time, based on Matthew 23:13-22

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In this week's Grow Guides, the panel tackles some of the most common questions every cannabis grower faces. From watering techniques to harvest prep, we break it all down in a way that's easy to follow whether you're on your first grow or your fiftieth. This episode covers: Best way to water cannabis plants – How often, how much, and the techniques that keep your roots healthy. How to spot and fix nutrient deficiencies – Learn to read your plant's leaves and correct problems before they spread. Should you prune fan leaves? – The pros, cons, and best practices when it comes to defoliation. How to prepare your grow for harvest – From final feedings to environmental tweaks, get your room ready for the big chop. Packed with tips, grower wisdom, and real-world advice, this episode will help you get the best results from your plants. Tune in, grow along with us, and take your cannabis cultivation skills to the next level. Thanks for listening, and don't forget to join us on our forum or Discord if you have more grow questions!

9am Hour 4 - Joe DiBiase talks with Ian Hartitz about some of the best players to watch in Fantasy Football drafts as the NFL preseason comes to an end.

Today i give a collective black moon message along with 2 guides for the ending of august--- Todays message is collective, all signs are welcome only take what resonates leave the rest - Black Moon Message -- .Feeling trapped and noticing why! -- Guides --- Today i provide the last two guides for august along with crystal and ritual recommendations for the following--25th Venus Enters Leo - 31st First Quarter Moon in Sagittarius

Learn the simple but powerful voicemail script that directs prospects straight to your email — boosting reply rates without chasing callbacks. This counterintuitive tactic adds a guaranteed touchpoint to your outreach sequence.

Every leader faces seasons of busyness, drift, and distraction. When that happens, what helps you stay the course? Your purpose. In this episode, Alan and Jonathan unpack why purpose acts like a compass — keeping you oriented, steady, and moving in the right direction when everything else feels chaotic. Alan shares his discipline of taking quarterly Think Days to step back, reflect, and regain clarity. You'll hear how these rhythms not only renew his own leadership but also fuel alignment and energy for his entire team. This conversation also dives into the Unique Design framework — the intersection of your wiring, gifting, and calling. When you discover and lead from your unique design, you stop running on fumes and start moving with focus, impact, and fulfillment. Whether you're leading a business, an organization, or your family, this episode will help you rediscover your compass and navigate with confidence. What You'll Learn: Why leaders lose clarity when they don't create space to think How a Think Day can reset your focus and energy The 4 H's Alan looks for in every coaching client How to spot your “fills and drains” and delegate wisely The critical difference between dumping and delegating Why aligning with your Unique Design increases resilience and impact Two key reflection questions to help you realign with your deeper purpose Resources Mentioned: Unique Design Framework — Want to discover your unique leadership design?

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‘Til I'm Not There: What does it really mean to connect with your Guides or channel? Do we even need to when our lives are shaped by happiness or bliss? In this episode, we discuss the ever-shifting relationship we have to our Guides and what communicating with them is like throughout our spiritual evolution.

Have you ever been in the woods when the fire dies down, and suddenly it's hard to see through the darkness? That's what it can feel like when you lose sight of God's Word in your life.

Sales leadership expert Marcus Chan reveals the exact systems and rhythms that turn average reps into Presidents Club winners. From personal success blueprints to “Real Play Fridays,” you'll learn how to build trust, reduce turnover, and create a culture of consistent high performance.

Feeling stuck because you don't want to pay for expensive course platforms? This episode reveals how to launch your first online course for $0 using a tool you and your students already know: Facebook Groups. Learn how this simple approach can boost engagement and give you the confidence to launch without the financial pressure.Learn how to:Use a private Facebook Group as a robust, free course platform with guides, video lessons, and a built-in community.Overcome the pressure to be perfect and use a free platform as a space to test, refine, and prove your course works.Explore low-cost alternatives like Google Workspace or Zoom for launching on a tight budget.Weekly Action Item:Brainstorm Your First Course: If you haven't yet, outline a simple, core-concept course you could test.Outline a Facebook Group: Structure your course outline using the "Guides" feature in a mock Facebook Group. Map out where you'd place videos, PDFs, and check-in posts.Practice Pitching: Practice explaining your course concept to a peer and how students will get a great experience even without an expensive platform.Show Resources: Check out all podcast episodes and full transcripts (www.digitalcoursecreatorguide.com/podcast)Follow me on Facebook (facebook.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) and on Instagram (instagram.com/drmoirahanna) for daily tips and ideasWork With Dr. Moira:Make sure that your content is accessible with The Accessibility Mini Course for Online Creators. (https://digitalcourse.pro/accessibility)

What if you could ask your angels and guides any question? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Psychic Medium Peter Marks & Ken Elliott as we discuss their new show Creating Heaven on Earth: Conversations with the Angels and Guides. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comPeter Marks is an internationally respected psychic medium, astrologer, and spiritual life coach who prefers to be called a “spirit guide.” Known for his rare ability to connect with God's universe and deliver clear, specific messages from those who have passed, Peter offers guidance that brings peace, clarity, and transformation. For more than 25 years, he has provided personal readings for clients around the world, including celebrities and royalty, and has been a sought-after guest on radio and television programs. https://www.petermarkspsychic.com Ken Elliott is a nationally recognized artist, author, and manifesting mentor. In his book Manifesting 123 and You Don't Need #3, Ken reveals a simple, proven process to turn thoughts into reality — no special skills required. Filled with true stories and practical tools, this guide can help you create the life you want and stop empowering negative thoughts. Find the book and learn more at www.Manifesting123.comAsk a question to the angels & guides for an upcoming show: https://www.petermarkspsychic.com/questionsSchedule an appointment with Peter Marks: https://www.petermarkspsychic.com/sessionsSchedule a manifesting appointment with Ken Elliott:  https://manifesting123.com/sessions/For more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com/

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! For nearly 170 years, the Missouri State Penitentiary in Jefferson City stood as both a fortress and a nightmare. Opening its gates in 1836, it was the oldest continuously operating prison west of the Mississippi until it finally closed in 2004. In that time, it saw more than its share of darkness—countless injuries, violent deaths, and the infamous 1954 riot that led Time Magazine to brand it “the bloodiest 47 acres in America.” But just because the prisoners left doesn't mean the prison is empty. Today, the long, echoing corridors are filled with something else—apparitions lurking in shadow, disembodied voices, and an oppressive sense that you're never truly alone. Guides and visitors alike say the past is still very much alive within these stone walls. On this episode of The Grave Talks, Part One of our conversation with ghost tour guide Jenny Switzer about the history—and hauntings—of the Missouri State Penitentiary. If you'd like more information about tours and investigations, or if you'd like to read up on some of its notorious prisoners and history, visit missouripentours.com Become a GRAVE KEEPER and get access to ALL of our EPISODES - AD FREE, BONUS EPISODES & ADVANCE EPISODES!!! Sign up through Apple Podcast Channel or Patreon. Sign up through Apple Podcasts or Patreon http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! For nearly 170 years, the Missouri State Penitentiary in Jefferson City stood as both a fortress and a nightmare. Opening its gates in 1836, it was the oldest continuously operating prison west of the Mississippi until it finally closed in 2004. In that time, it saw more than its share of darkness—countless injuries, violent deaths, and the infamous 1954 riot that led Time Magazine to brand it “the bloodiest 47 acres in America.” But just because the prisoners left doesn't mean the prison is empty. Today, the long, echoing corridors are filled with something else—apparitions lurking in shadow, disembodied voices, and an oppressive sense that you're never truly alone. Guides and visitors alike say the past is still very much alive within these stone walls. On this episode of The Grave Talks, Part Two of our conversation with ghost tour guide Jenny Switzer about the history—and hauntings—of the Missouri State Penitentiary. If you'd like more information about tours and investigations, or if you'd like to read up on some of its notorious prisoners and history, visit missouripentours.com Become a GRAVE KEEPER and get access to ALL of our EPISODES - AD FREE, BONUS EPISODES & ADVANCE EPISODES!!! Sign up through Apple Podcast Channel or Patreon. Sign up through Apple Podcasts or Patreon http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks

Pretreatment Brain Activation During Stroop Task Is Associated with Outcomes in Cocaine-Dependent PatientsIn this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer explores the relationship between brain activity and treatment outcomes for cocaine addiction. The discussion highlights a groundbreaking study that used functional MRI to measure brain activation during a cognitive control task, the Stroop test, prior to treatment. Findings reveal that activation in specific brain regions, including the anterior cingulate cortex, dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, and striatum, correlates with abstinence, treatment retention, and drug-free outcomes. Dr. Brewer dives into how these neural patterns provide deeper insights into addiction recovery, showcasing the brain's role in predicting treatment success and refining behavioral therapies for substance dependence.Full Reference:Brewer, J. A., Worhunsky, P. D., Carroll, K. M., Rounsaville, B. J., & Potenza, M. N. (2008). Pretreatment brain activation during Stroop task is associated with outcomes in cocaine-dependent patients. Biological Psychiatry, 64(11), 998–1004. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biopsych.2008.05.024Let's connect on Instagram

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In this week's Grow Guides we answer four great listener questions to help you become a better cannabis grower: How to choose what seeds to grow next – Tips for picking the perfect strain based on space, climate, flavour, effects, and growing style. How to know when to flip to flower – Key signs your plants are ready for the big switch, and how to avoid flipping too early or too late. How to safely transplant without stressing plants – Step-by-step methods to move your plants into bigger pots with minimal shock. Best way to store cannabis seeds long-term – Proven techniques to keep your seeds viable for years to come. We also have some great questions in listener mail! There is a lot of good info in this episode of grow guides. If you have any questions you would like us to cover on next weeks show, feel free to get in touch. It is always good to hear form you guys!  Thanks for listening, and don't forget to join us on our forum or Discord if you have more grow questions!

In this week's Legal Speak episode, Texas Lawyer litigation reporter Laura Lorek explores AZA Law partner Cameron Byrd's passion for serving as a running guide alongside blind athletes.     Hosts: Cerdra Mayfield & Patrick Smith   Reporter: Laura Lorek   Guest: Cameron Byrd   Producer: Charles Garnar

Discover the exact time-blocking strategy top sales reps use to crush quota, maximize prospecting hours, and keep pipeline full, without burning out. This episode walks you through proven calendar management principles, the green/yellow/red hours system, and the four-step framework that guarantees consistent prospecting and closing success.

In this episode of The North American Waterfowler Podcast, we dive deep into the growing debate over unregulated guiding in waterfowl hunting. Are outfitters and traveling guides putting too much pressure on the resource? Could new regulations help preserve access, bird numbers, and relationships with landowners? We break down the problems, the politics, and the possible solutions that could shape the future of waterfowling. Partner Reads: Flight Day Ammunition If you want bismuth loads that hit hard and pattern beautifully, check out Flight Day Ammunition. I've tested them in hunt after hunt, and they deliver every time. Plus, you can save 10% with code FDH10 at flightdayammo.com. Weatherby Shotguns When I need reliability in the duck blind, I trust Weatherby. From teal season to late-season mallards, Weatherby shotguns perform when it counts. Visit weatherby.com to find the perfect fit for your hunts. Purina Pro Plan I feed my retriever Purina Pro Plan because it keeps her healthy, fueled, and ready to work all season long. Learn more about the Pro Plan line at purina.com. Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates Protect your dog with Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates—built tough, with a heavy-duty chrome-plated door frame and steel bars. Search “Mammoth dog crate” on Amazon or visit the Mammoth Pet Products store. Use code GUARDIAN15 to save. Shotty Gear From rugged gun cases to shell pouches, blind bags, duck straps, apparel, and boat lighting—Shotty Gear makes dependable, affordable gear for everyday hunters. Tested in the toughest conditions by real waterfowlers. Save 10% with code FDH10 at shottygear.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textWhen her mother was diagnosed with dementia at just 66, Stephanie Banks faced a devastating communication barrier—until an unexpected spiritual breakthrough changed everything. What began as a speech pathologist's attempt to connect with her mother evolved into a life-altering discovery: the power of intuitive channeling.In this heartfelt and eye-opening conversation, Stephanie shares:How channeling transformed her relationship with her mother before her passingThe TEDx talk moment her spirit guides predicted—down to forgetting her lines on stageWhy intuition isn't a rare gift, but a natural ability we all possessHow to use heart-brain coherence, creativity, and daily practices to awaken your inner guidanceThe surprising link between imagination and spiritual connectionWhether you're seeking ways to communicate beyond words, develop your intuitive gifts, or create harmony in your relationships, this episode blends practical wisdom, soulful storytelling, and inspiring tools to help you connect with yourself, others, and the world around you. Support the show

Please join us for the full moon of August transmission where we connect with our personal star energy and consciousness.  In this transmission and meditation we will each be connecting to our personal star system.  We don't need to know consciously what the name of this star is.  The Divine Intelligence, Guides, and Teachers will align us to this star energy.  The function and benefit of this alignment is to consciously bring through more soul energy into our system.  Each time we align to our personal star system, we are nourished in a deep way with this energy and consciousness.One way to think of this energizing effect is to imagine we have an energy battery in our system that needs to be recharged each day.  Every night we go to sleep, we assume in the morning if all goes well that the energy battery is at 100%.  However, over time and with soul loss, the overall capacity of the battery may diminish.  So even though our batteries are recharged to 100% capacity, the overall capacity of the battery may be 50-70% of what is possible.  When we connect to our personal star system and its energy and consciousness, we heal the overall capacity of our energy body first to around 90% and then eventually to 100%.  This means every time we recharge our energy batter at night to 100% we are charging a larger battery overall.This is the introductory talk centered around longevity, rejuvenation, and our personal energy.

In this episode, host Sherry Bagley is joined by Mac Hall, M.A., and Heather Yazzie Campbell of Project Venture, an evidence-based, positive youth development program that integrates cultural and adventure-based education. Mac takes us back to the origins of the program, sharing the vision that inspired its creation, while Heather brings it to life with stories of activities ranging from risk management training to mindfulness practices. Together, they explore how Project Venture has expanded across the U.S. and into Jamaica and Canada, the power of community involvement, and why cultural relevance is at the heart of their work.   It's in the Experience is produced by Association Briefings.

God has huge plans for your life. Even if you don't know how it could be or what it would look like, that plan can't be stopped by anything. You just have to follow God's calling and be faithful to doing His will. Today, Pastor Bill will explain how everything you need to go where God calls you is found in God Himself. No matter what God calls you to do, you'll have what you need to get there, even if it seems impossible or even ridiculous. God is unlimited. He'll have your back if you don't turn yours on Him.

Today I provide upcoming guides for astrological events for august. This includes- what you can expect energetically along with crystal and rituals recommendations , Collective Message at the end .

In this episode of the Small Business PR Podcast, I sit down with Kim Behzadi, founder of Read It & Eat—a purpose-driven food and book subscription box that fights hunger with every purchase.Launched from her bedroom after losing her job during the pandemic, Kim bootstrapped her business with no investors, no PR background, and no big-name endorsements. Today, she's been featured in Women's Day, local magazines, and podcasts—without spending thousands on PR retainers or flooding the media with free samples.If you're a product-based founder who wants consistent, cost-free press, this episode is your blueprint.How Kim Built a PR System That Delivers Year-Round FeaturesAfter joining the PR Starter Pack, Kim learned to:Pitch with purpose, not desperationBuild relationships with journalists through LinkedIn, Instagram, and even TwitterAdapt pitches for national vs. local media to maximize relevancePlant PR “seeds” months in advance to secure Q4 gift guide placementsHer Women's Day feature led to:A 40% increase in website trafficLocal partnerships like a Buffalo book club and tea shop collaborationInvitations to vend at book fairs and community eventsA direct connection with a Harlequin author for a special edition boxWhy Serving (Not Selling) Gets You FeaturedKim stopped leading with “Here's my product” and started pitching with “Here's a story your audience will love.” This value-first approach helped her:Land coverage without sending dozens of samplesGet invited to collaborate with brands and authors she once thought were “out of reach”Build a press system she can run in just two dedicated nights per weekKim's PR Tools & StrategiesLinkedIn & Instagram to find and connect with journalistsEmail + social media follow-ups to stay top-of-mind without spammingSeasonal pitching calendar to target: Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Back-to-School, Holidays, and themed brand roundupsThe CPR Method (Credibility, Point of View, Relevance) to craft irresistible pitchesCommon PR Mistakes Kim AvoidedOverspending on product samples before confirming interestWaiting for the “perfect” moment to start pitchingRelying solely on social media for visibilityFinal TakeawayYou don't need an expensive PR firm—or a massive marketing budget—to land in national gift guides. What you do need is: ✅ A clear, value-driven message ✅ A repeatable system ✅ The courage to hit “send”If Kim can build Read It & Eat from her bedroom and land Women's Day, so can you.

Jesus speaks of his coming Passion on the Cross, and his disciples are overwhelmed with grief. (Lectionary #413) August 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Hey there, you look lost kitten, and I'm very good at taking care of lost little things. From savory turkey legs to sweet candied apples, let me lead you through a whirlwind of enchantment and care at the renaissance faire. Ready for an adventure that promises warmth and a potential forever home with me?

God won't call you to a place where His grace isn't sufficient to get you through. No matter how impossible the odds seem, you have nothing to fear on the path ahead of you if it's truly where God is calling you. It might not always be easy. Your faith may be tested. You may feel like giving up. But God won't fail, and he will give you everything you need to get through the trials you face as a result of following Him. Pastor Bill wants you to know this truth today to prepare for when following God gets difficult.

Gary Harper is the founder and CEO of Sharper Business Solutions and co-creator of the Rise Business Framework. After a successful career as a corporate executive, Gary transitioned to real estate and later business coaching, helping over 4,000 entrepreneurs grow and systematize their operations. His work blends deep business strategy with a purpose-driven mission to empower others while supporting meaningful causes.    

When some people smell the molecule benzyl acetate, they identify a distinctly banana-y scent. But when others sniff the same compound, they get hints of nail polish remover. How can this be? Smell is a tricky sensory process to pin down. Our perception of scents is wide-ranging and often depends on lived experience. But researchers are building a deeper understanding of the processes underlying our noses' elusive machinery. In this episode, host Samir Patel and Quanta biology staff writer Yasemin Saplakoglu explore the invisible sense that shapes our reality, from nostalgic childhood fragrances — lavender, old books — to familiar irksome odors — skunks, garbage. This topic was covered in a recent story for Quanta Magazine. Each week on The Quanta Podcast editor in chief Samir Patel speaks with the people behind the award-winning publication to navigate through some of the most important and mind-expanding questions in science and math.

We're all tempted, at times, to allow our ego to get the better of us. Many of us feel like we're on top of the world until the precise time we find ourselves on the bottom of it. My guest today, Aaron Hale, found himself in just that scenario as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal tech on a routine assignment when he was blown up by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) that caused him to lose sight and, later, his hearing. Today, we talk about the fear of being stuck, gratitude for our struggles and adversities, overcoming our greatest fears, how positivity and negativity are infectious, and how you can re-size your ego or have it re-sized for you. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:15 - Aaron's Military Background and Injury 01:10 - Details of the IED Incident 02:04 - Injuries Sustained from the Explosion 04:36 - Medical Evacuation and Tom Cruise Encounter 06:34 - Recovery at Walter Reed 08:31 - Realization of Permanent Blindness 09:20 - Mental State Post-Injury 11:12 - Family Support During Recovery 13:11 - Connecting with Fellow Injured Veterans 17:01 - Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts 19:46 - Adapting to Sensory Loss 21:30 - Battle with Bacterial Meningitis 25:17 - Inspiration from Eric Weihenmayer 26:58 - Transition to Running and Physical Challenges 30:49 - Learning to Run Blind 34:47 - Running Badwater 135 Ultra Marathon 40:34 - Experiencing Runs Without Sight 42:45 - Building Trust with Guides 44:45 - Loss of Balance and Adaptation 51:22 - Mastering the Art of Falling 52:13 - Future Goals and Ventures 54:02 - Launching Point of Impact Podcast 56:13 - Gratitude for Life's Challenges 58:19 - Closing Thoughts and Appreciation   Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready