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This week, we're talking: hair content around the world, shopping in Seoul, more Midwest comedy dates, updates on Liza the cat, skin treatments in South Korea, Gemini season, riding the waves of weed sobriety, closing my rings on the Apple Watch, streak fixations, sitting with discomfort, blueberry smoothies, “mother” on TikTok who doesn't use butter or olive oil when cooking, TikToker Denise, Music Spelling Bee, the UFC Fight Cage, Serena Williams return, and Hair Loss Hacks. Wanna see JVN on stage? Get tix to the Hot & Healed Comedy Tour here. Catch Getting Better & The Monday Edit, now on YouTube! Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive content, bonus episodes, and more! www.patreon.com/jvn Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris Executive Producer, Chris McClure Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure Production support from Chad Hall Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on Mac Geek Gab, you’re stacking up power moves from the jump. You’ll learn how to clean up messy lists in your favorite text editor, discover that any USB-C port on your MacBook can charge it, and find out why you should be charging your power bank from random ports instead of your iPhone or Mac. iPhones can now serve as Tailscale exit nodes — and that leads down a tangent where the guys dig deep into subnet routing so you understand exactly what that unlocks. You’ll also pick up how to save PDFs on iPhone when all you see is a print icon, how to use Apple Intelligence in Pages to reformat text as recipes, and how to clean up MacWhisper transcripts before anyone sees the raw chaos. Don’t Get Caught running Plex in Low Power Mode, either — there’s a fix for that. Dave also stumbled into a wild Fable moment when the AI found onto an unpublished API and decided to throttle itself back to Opus. Then the crew pivots to WWDC 2026 reactions, and there’s a lot to unpack. One big theme is refinement and stability: the new Liquid Glass slider is a visual treat, and Dave’s already running the beta without disaster. Apple Intelligence is getting a serious upgrade, with Siri becoming more contextually aware of what’s on your device, though the guys push back on where it still falls short compared to tools like Claude Cowork. Parental controls got a surprisingly large share of the spotlight for a developer conference, signaling Apple wants to own the conversation around kids and screen time — this leads to the interesting question of whether spouses can choose to hold each other accountable. Apple Vision Pro gets a Siri Orb and custom panoramas, and iOS 27 dev beta now includes a Recovery mode. Adam’s live from Nerdtacular 2026, and if you’re heading to Macstock, the discount code MACGEEKGAB saves you fifty bucks! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1146 for Monday, June 15th, 2026 00:03:35 June 15th: Take Your Cat to Work Day Pete lost his cat and she found her way home! MGG Monthly Giveaway – Win a license to SaneBox Quick Tips 00:00:01 Heidi-QT-Clean up messy lists with your favorite text editor 00:07:13 Dan DXZDB-QT-You can use your MacBook’s USB-C Ports to Charge it, too! AlDente 00:09:23 Chris-QT-1143-Charge your Power bank from random charging ports, not your iPhone or Mac 00:12:34 Dave (accidentally) ran into a Fable overstep! It had to throttle down to Opus after it found a company's unpublished API 00:15:03 Adam is at Nerdtacular 2026 Use the Mac Geek Gab app for the calendar Macstock MGG Discount Coupon: MACGEEKGAB 00:18:43 Phil-QT-Saving Documents as PDFs on iPhone When You Only See a Print Icon 00:20:42 Donald-QT-1145-iPhones can be used as Tailscale exit nodes 00:26:56 Tailscale Subnet Routing 00:29:19 Dom Bettinelli-QT-Clean Up your MacWhisper transcripts 00:30:44 Clif-QT-Use Apple Intelligence in Pages to Reformat as Recipes 00:31:50 QT-Low Power Mode vs. Plex on macOS Sponsors 00:36:38 SPONSOR: Decagon. Ready to transform your customer support? Decagon helps companies create personalized, concierge-style customer experiences with AI agents across chat, email, voice, and SMS. Go to https://decagon.ai/MGG to get a personalized demo and see what Decagon can do for your team. 00:38:16 SPONSOR: Shopify. In 2026, stop waiting and start selling with Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://Shopify.com/MGG 00:39:57 SPONSOR: CleanMyMac. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use our code MACGEEK for 20% off at https://clnmy.com/MACGEEK WWDC Reactions 00:41:32 Operating Systems are focused on refinement Liquid Glass slider Dave's running the beta…successfully! 00:48:29 Apple Intelligence and Siri AI and Gemini and all of that “Profoundly more capable Assistant” Siri is aware of what's on my screen? 01:05:10 Where's the Siri equivalent of Claude Cowork? AI is Assistive Intelligence 01:13:11 WWDC Features Apple Vision Pro Siri Orb and Custom Panoramas 01:13:32 Parental Controls got a LOT of time…for a developer conference Apple wants to be a market leader here in solving this social problem Dave's question: Can my wife and I set up one another as accountability partners for screen time? 01:18:53 Richard-CSF-iOS27 Dev Beta has Recovery mode 01:21:00 MGG 1146 Outtro MGG Monthly Giveaway Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly Pilot Pete's Aviation Podcast: So There I Was (for Aviation Enthusiasts) The Debut Film Podcast – Adam's new podcast! Dave's Business Brain (for Entrepreneurs) and Gig Gab (for Working Musicians) Podcasts MGG Merch is Available! Mac Geek Gab iOS app Mac Geek Gab YouTube Page Mac Geek Gab Live Calendar This Week's MGG Premium Contributors MGG Apple Podcasts Reviews feedback@macgeekgab.com 224-888-GEEK Active MGG Sponsors and Coupon Codes List BackBeat Media Podcast Network
Have you ever spent money on something that promised to stop a panic attack in its tracks and felt completely let down when it didn't?Same. We are back for another Recovered and Rambling, and this one is equal parts comical and genuinely helpful. We are rating the most popular anxiety tools from our own recoveries — what actually helped, what was a total waste of money, and what the wellness industry is getting completely wrong.From breathing exercises and thought challenging to quick fixes, safety behaviors, distraction, and more — nothing is off limits and nothing is sugarcoated. Because when you're in the trenches, you'll try anything. And someone should have warned you about some of this stuff sooner.This is Part 1 and yes, there is homework. It's just not the kind that costs $60.HERE'S WHAT TO SAY TO YOUR BRAIN WHEN YOU'RE SPIRALING: https://ahealthypush.myflodesk.com/calmpanicTAKE MY FREE QUIZ AND FIND OUT WHAT'S CAUSING YOU TO STAY STUCK: https://www.ahealthypush.com/blocking-quizA HEALTHY PUSH INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ahealthypush/GET THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES: https://www.ahealthypush.com/post/rr5
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Host:Sonya JanisseEpisode Title: No Hacks, No Quacks: The Real Practice of Building Your Next ChapterFormat: Solo Episode[00:00 - 02:30] Introduction: Real Life & The BiggerHey everyone, welcome back to the show. This is Episode 211.If my voice sounds a little more slowed down or deeply anchored today, it's because I am practicing exactly what I preach. Two days ago, on Thursday, I had to get a round of needles for my neuralgia. It is intense, it takes a toll, and it demands that I pause.So today, I am recording this from a place of deep rest, prioritization, and making sacrifices for the bigger picture. I could have pushed myself to the brink this week, but the bigger picture requires my health. It requires me to look at my schedule and say, "What actually matters right now?"And that brings us right into today's conversation. Because I am so incredibly tired of the noise out there.Let's just lay the cards on the table: I am not a full-of-shit wellness influencer. I am not here to sell you a magical 90-day transformation where you wake up a completely different person, drinking green juice on a mountaintop, totally cured of human friction.I hate hacks. I hate quacks. And I absolutely loathe marketing gimmicks.Let's be honest, most of those supplements you're being targeted with on social media? They are costly garbage. They are expensive urine packaged in aesthetic bottles designed to make you feel like you can buy your way out of the actual work.We need to talk about what it actually takes to build a life, a business, and a body that feels like home, without the fluff.[02:30 - 06:00] Segment The Hard Truths About Consistency and FeelingsHere is the truth that the wellness industry won't tell you: You already know what to do.That's not the problem. You don't need another masterclass, you don't need another book, and you don't need to be motivated. Motivation is a fair-weather friend. It shows up when the sun is shining and vanishes the second things get heavy or painful.We treat consistency like it's a personality trait, like some people are just born with the "consistency gene" and the rest of us missed out. It's not a trait.Consistency is a practice. It is a muscle you build when you don't want to.And that requires us to reframe how we look at our emotions. Feelings are real. But they are not decision-making criteria.“Feelings are real. But they are not decision-making criteria.”If I only created content, built my business, or took care of myself when I felt like it, especially living with chronic pain, I would never leave my bed. If you wait until you feel like doing the hard thing, you will be waiting forever. Procrastination will bury you if you let it.When you find yourself stuck, throwing your hands up and saying, "I don't know how to fix this," I want you to pause. "I don't know" is where you start. It is not where you stop. It's an invitation to figure it out, not an exit ramp to give up.Because at the end of the day, you can't outsource your pushups. Nobody else can do the heavy lifting for your life. Learning about the workout won't change your body. Learning won't change you. Practice will.[06:00 - 09:30] Segment 2: Little Hinges Swing Big DoorsSo how do we actually practice this without burning out?First, remember that successful people ask for help.Pushing uphill by yourself isn't a badge of honor; it's a fast track to exhaustion. Asking for help—whether that's from your support circle, a professional, or your community—is a strategy, not a weakness.Second, embrace the unsexy truth: Something is better than nothing. Every single time.If you can't do a full one-hour workout, do ten minutes of stretching. If you can't write a whole chapter of your book, write one paragraph. If you can't launch a massive course today, write down the outline.We get paralyzed by perfectionism, but specificity is a superpower. When you get crystal clear on the exact, tiny step you need to take next, the overwhelm vanishes. Little hinges swing big doors. You don't need a sledgehammer to change your life; you just need to move the right small hinge consistently.[09:30 - 12:00] Segment 3: Behind the Scenes (The Foundations)I am applying every single one of these principles behind the scenes right now as I build the foundations for what is coming next for this community. I am taking small, specific actions every day to bring three beautiful projects to life:Fashion Over 50: The Bloom Within Wardrobe. We are redefining what it means to dress, feel, and show up authentically in our fifties. No rules, just true personal alignment.New Content Delivery. I am working on brand new courses and bite-sized mini-training sessions designed to give you actionable practices, not more theoretical fluff.The Retreat. [Lowers voice playfully] Okay... lower your voice, because this is a "shhhhh" situation. We are only sharing a tiny bit right now, but we are officially looking at a Southwestern Ontario location for our very first live, in-person event.I've been thinking a lot about what to call this retreat experience. I want it to reflect that feeling of stepping out of the hustle, dropping the armor, and anchoring into your true power. I'm playing with a few titles, and I'd love for you to sit with these:The Grounded GatheringThe Aligned ReturnThe Sanctuary PracticeWe aren't sharing anything else just yet, but the foundation is being poured.[12:00 - 13:00] Conclusion & Call to ActionYou don't need a 90-day gimmick. You just need to look at today and ask yourself: What is the small hinge I can move right now? What is the "something" that is infinitely better than "nothing"?Here is my call to action for you today: I want to hear from you. Which one of these truths hit you hardest today? Was it that you can't outsource your pushups? Was it that your feelings aren't decision-making criteria?Take a screenshot of this episode, share it to your stories, tag me, and tell me the one unsexy, practical thing you are going to do today anyway—even if you aren't motivated.Thank you for being here, for leaning into the real practice with me, and I will talk to you next week.Episode Summary: In Episode 211, we are throwing out the wellness industry playbook. No marketing gimmicks, no costly garbage supplements, and absolutely no 90-day magical transformations. Instead, we are diving into the unsexy, beautiful reality of what it actually takes to build your life: real practice, radical prioritization, and understanding that consistency isn't a personality trait—it's a choice. Plus, get a top-secret behind-the-scenes update on what's coming next for the community (including a whisper about a Southwestern Ontario location!).In this episode, we discuss:Modeling real rest and prioritization after a heavy week of neuralgic treatments.Why motivation is a myth and why your feelings shouldn't be your decision-making criteria.The power of "something is better than nothing" and why specificity is your ultimate superpower.A sneak peek into Fashion Over 50: The Bloom Within Wardrobe, new mini-trainings, and a top-secret retreat update.Connect with Me:Share this episode on Instagram/Facebook and tag me with your breakthrough!www.sonyajanisse.comsonyajanisse@gmail.comhttps://linktr.ee/sonyajanisse
Send us Fan MailAs prefunk to next week's first Peter Yates episode, BULLITT, for his HACKS 4X4, we re-present our first Yates film, covered last year, THE FRIENDS OF EDDIE COYLE. Coyle is so good and co-host Ken's befuddlement so severe that Yates also directed KRULL is what eventually led to this season of HACKS. Below is the sadly prescient original show notes for our Coyle episode written by show note genius, Thomas:The second 1x1 feature rounding out Season 14 and, chosen by Jack, the film is THE FRIENDS OF EDDIE COYLE (1973). Directed by Peter Yates, whose career TGTPTU is unlikely to cover in a future 4x4 despite having Krull and Bullitt in his credits, TFOEC is an adaptation of George V. Higgins' inaugural novel and notable as a unromanticized depiction of crime in artistic response to The Godfather, the Puzo book and Coppola film each preceding, respectively, the book and movie versions of TFOEC by one year. Higgins would take issue with the book as his debut novel. The former deputy assistant attorney general claimed to have written and burned 14 novels over 17 years prior to TFOEC and would go on to author over 30 books, both fiction and nonfiction before his fatal heart attack in 1999, but none with the impact of his first. As seasonal guest host Jack points out, nearly all the dialogue in the film is as it is on the page, and the pages are dripping with dialogue that creates the setting and action for this ironic story of “friends” who double-cross and live less than glamorous lives as Irish mobsters and criminals in Boston. Yates populates the film with faces, faces that we don't see much anymore, distinct faces and every one telling a story, from the titular Coyle plated by Robert Mitchum who earlier in this life reluctantly left the assembly line to be an actor to actor Alex Rocco who starred as Moe Greene in The Godfather and helped Mitchum meet some of his old criminal friends whom Rocco had to leave behind after he (the actor Alex Rocco) was held for questioning in relation to the murder that kicked off the Boston Irish Gang War of the 1960s to James Tolkan before he'd lost his hair a decade prior to portraying Principal Strickland in the Back to the Future movies and Detective Hugh Lubic in the Cannon Films classic Masters of the Universe. For this episode, everyone did research: Jack and Thomas pair off for book report; Ryan covers the career of Mitchum; and Ken covers Yates and laments how now Hollywood lacks hacks as well as provides a new shaggy dog with The Pals of Charlie Brown. Make sure to wipe your prints clean on this one before listening with a friend. NEXT WEEK: Peter Yates, HACK, Episode #1: BULLITT. THEME SONG BY: WEIRD A.I.Email: thegoodthepodandtheugly@gmail.comFacebook: https://m.facebook.com/TGTPTUInstagram: https://instagram.com/thegoodthepodandtheugly?igshid=um92md09kjg0Bluesky: @goodpodugly.bsky.socialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6mI2plrgJu-TB95bbJCW-gBuzzsprout: https://thegoodthepodandtheugly.buzzsprout.com/Letterboxd (follow us!): Podcast: goodpoduglyKen: Ken KoralRyan: Ryan Tobias
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¡Hola, amiguis! En el programa de hoy os hablamos del final de una serie que nos ha gustado mucho estos últimos años y, cuyo final, nos resulto muy satisfactorio, Hacks, la multipremiada comedia de HBO Max. ¿La habéis visto? ¿Habéis visto el final? ¿Qué os ha parecido? Comentamos con spoilers, aunque avisamos antes, así que ya sabéis. Contadnos cositas. ¡Nos escuchamos pronto! Nos podéis escuchar (y dejar reseñas/comentarios) en Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iVoox, Amazon Music o en cualquier sitio en el que escuchéis podcast. Dejadnos vuestros mensajes en Instagram, Bluesky, Mastodon, Twitter, Facebook… o mandadnos un e-mail. Podéis comprar en Amazon a través de este enlace y nos llegará una comisión por vuestro pedido de forma anónima. Si os apetece, también podéis «invitarnos a un café» con Ko-fi, una web para apoyar a los creadores, en la que podéis decirnos que os gusta lo que hacemos pagándonos una tacita virtual :) -Este es nuestro episodio número 505.
Most real estate agents are looking for more leads when the real opportunity is already sitting in their CRM. In this episode of Best Agent Hacks, Tom Toole breaks down the Harvard Business Review data on follow-up persistence, why most agents quit too early, and the simple strategies top producers use to convert more business without spending more on lead generation. Learn why 6+ attempts are often required just to make contact, how faster response times dramatically improve conversion rates, and the exact "10-6" follow-up framework that can transform your business. If you're serious about increasing your conversion rate and closing more deals, this is a must-watch.
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Instagram AI Support Hack Hits 20,225 Accounts; AI Worm 'Hades' Lies to Security Tools; Chrome Zero-Day Patch Host David Shipley reports Meta says 20,225 Instagram accounts were hijacked after an AI support tool was tricked into sending reset links to attacker-controlled emails, with only MFA-protected accounts resisting. Step Security details a new Miasma-derived worm wave called Hades that targets config files for 14 AI coding tools, can inject instructions to hijack assistants, lies to AI security tools, and includes a "dead man switch" wipe if stolen GitHub tokens are revoked; Microsoft also removed some GitHub repos after 73 open-source projects were compromised to inject an info stealer. University of Toronto and Vector Institute researchers demonstrated an AI worm using a free local model that spread across a simulated network via known flaws and misconfigurations. Google issued an emergency Chrome patch for actively exploited CVE-2026-11645 in V8, and insurers are tightening claims scrutiny and increasingly excluding AI-related liabilities. 00:00 Instagram AI Hack Fallout 01:36 AI Worm Hades Evolves 02:55 Microsoft Repo Compromise 03:54 Lab Built AI Worm Demo 05:27 Emergency Chrome Zero Day 07:07 Cyber Insurance Tightens Up 08:02 AI Liability Coverage Shrinks 09:16 Wrap Up and Sign Off
Pop in with us this week as review Backrooms and how the internet phenomenon transfers to the movie adaptation (4:52). We also discuss the controversy surrounding fans' concerns about Ariana Grande during her Eternal Sunshine tour (24:14). We're also reviewing the Hacks finale and how the series wrapped up with an emotional ending (35:37). We're also talking Dua Lipa and Callum Turner's Sicily wedding (42:48). We also review The Four Seasons season 2 (47:40), Half Man (59:22), and Lord of the Flies (1:12:58). We're also explaining what's going on with M.I.A and Kid Cudi (1:18:17). Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Tiktok at @poppininpodcast!
We've got mail! Jonathan and Honey answer your questions about cinema, films, family and everything in between. This week, Jonathan pitches his million dollar cinema idea, the pair discuss the Hacks finale, and they head to their DMs to give some New York recommendations and revisit iconic horror moments.Let us know what you think! You can get involved by following us on Instagram and sending us a DM on @reeltalkrossThanks for listening. Listen and subscribe to Reel Talk wherever you get your podcasts.
This week Axe and Murphy were joined by Air National Guard veteran, former Illinois Congressman, and January 6th Committee member Adam Kinzinger. The Hacks dive into Trump's claims of election meddling in the Los Angeles mayoral race, his growing paranoia and sleepiness, the state of the Maine race, the ongoing war with Iran, the Chicago Bears leaving their beloved Chicago voter fans, and so much more! Photo by Al Bello via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Welcome to We Love to Hate Everything — your weekly dose of reality TV chaos, celebrity drama, pop culture nonsense, and aggressively honest commentary.This week we're diving into:THIS WEEK'S LINEUP:6:25 Weekend Update
Alia and Serge recap the entirety of the 79th Annual Tony Awards in this special bonus episode of The Purple Podcast.Tune in to hear their closing thoughts on the latest Broadway season, beginning at 24:37.In the beginning of the episode, they will cover the box office phenomenons that are Backrooms and The Obsession. Plus, they will briefly cover the finale of Hacks and Euphoria.Hosts: Alia Hodge (@blackiesnackie) and Serge Clivio (@sergeclivio)
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Want more journalists to actually read your pitches?In this episode, Gloria Chou shares 5 simple but powerful PR strategies that can help increase your email open rates and improve your chances of landing media coverage.You'll learn:• How to write subject lines journalists actually want to open • Why email tracking can change your entire PR strategy • The best days and times to send your pitches • How to use DMs to boost your pitch visibility • Why adding your phone number can increase responsesWhether you're a product-based business, service provider, coach, consultant, or founder, these practical PR tips will help you build relationships with journalists and get more eyes on your pitches.
ORDER MY NEW BOOK (AVAILABLE NOW)!!! — https://bit.ly/49CZ5A0 I bombed a comedy show in New Orleans this weekend, and Gerry and I are unpacking every chaotic detail on this week's How to Survive the Classroom, from the venue surprise-merging me with another show, to the broken mic, to me literally apologizing to Kevin Hart in my anxiety dream that night. Then we finally dive into the Canvas hack and how Gerry's school was down for FIVE days. We dig into how the breach actually happened, why district-issued phishing tests are honestly the pettiest thing in education, and the unhinged disgruntled-employee email saga I once lived through that the district quietly scrubbed from every inbox overnight. Takeaways: Comedians are often nicer to you after a bad set than a good one, which honestly says everything you need to know about the industry (and frankly, teaching, too). The Canvas hack was resolved because Instructure paid up. The breach started with a free for-teacher account, so treat suspicious emails like the threat they are. "I'll wait" classroom management only works if you're ready for it NOT to work. Always have a real Plan B for the class that calls your bluff. Telling students you'll be absent is a gamble. Some classes will plan accordingly, others will use it as permission to check out before you even leave. We may need to rethink the kindergarten / fifth grade / preschool graduation industrial complex. Save the bedazzled cap energy for moments that actually mark a meaningful transition. -- Teachers' night out? Yes, please! Come see comedian Educator Andrea…Get your tickets at teachersloungelive.com and Educatorandrea.com/tickets for laugh out loud Education! — Don't Be Shy Come Say Hi: www.podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube: @educatorandrea A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There was a time in my life where summer felt like a financial reset. Everything felt lighter. More relaxed. More social. I wasn't thinking about routines the same way, and I definitely wasn't as focused on my budget. I was just… living. In the moment, it felt good. Like I was enjoying my life and taking a break from structure. But what I didn't realize back then was that the kind of "reset" I was creating wasn't actually helping me. Because if you're not careful, a financial reset can quietly turn into falling behind. In this episode, I'm walking you through four common summer spending traps that can derail your savings goals…and more importantly, how to stay aligned with your money without feeling restricted. You don't have to choose between enjoying your summer and being financially responsible…you just need to stay connected while you do it. In this episode, we discuss: The real reason summer can throw off your savings and financial progress Why feeling like you "deserve it" can turn into emotional spending How social plans can quickly lead to unplanned overspending The danger of telling yourself you'll "get back on track later" Why inconsistency with money habits makes everything feel harder How small, everyday summer spending adds up faster than you think The importance of staying connected to your budget during busy seasons Simple ways to stay intentional with your money without missing out This episode is especially helpful if you: Feel like summer always throws your finances off track Tend to overspend on social plans, dining, or last-minute activities Struggle to stay consistent with budgeting during busy seasons Tell yourself you'll "fix it later" when it comes to money Feel like your savings goals slow down or stop in the summer Want to enjoy your life while still making financial progress Why this matters: Summer doesn't ruin your finances, but disconnection from your money absolutely can. And that disconnection doesn't usually happen in big, obvious ways. It happens in small decisions. Small patterns. Small moments where you stop checking in and start going with the flow. When you're not intentional, your spending becomes reactive; and when your spending is reactive, it becomes harder to stay aligned with your goals. But when you stay connected to your money (even in busy, social, high-spend seasons), you stay in control. You make better decisions in real time. You adjust as needed, and you avoid that overwhelming feeling of having to "start over." Timestamps: [03:13] One of the biggest shifts Raya helps her clients work through is the mindset of justifying purchases. [06:06] Letting social plans dictate your spending can be one of the fastest ways to lose control of your spending. [10:53] Most women know what to do when it comes to money, but they struggle because they don't stay consistent with their efforts. [13:35] Not sure why your money feels tight in the summer? It's likely a lack of awareness of where your money is going. Resources Mentioned: Episode #184: Fighting Summer FOMO: 5 Hacks that Keep Me on Track with My Budget and Goals Request a free money call with Raya City Girl Savings Personal Finance Portfolio Financial Focus Coaching Program If there's one thing to take from this episode, it's this: summer doesn't have to set you back…but it will if you move through it without intention. The women who feel calm and confident with their money during busy seasons aren't the ones who never spend. They're the ones who decide how they want to spend before the moment happens. They stay aware. They stay connected. They stay grounded in their goals…while still enjoying their lives. If you're ready to build that kind of consistency with your money, having the right structure and support can make all the difference. You can request a free money call using the link in the resources section. You're not off track, you just need to stay connected.
According to a 2020 Pew Research Center survey, more American Jews cite having a sense of humor as important to their Jewish identity than things like keeping kosher and studying Torah. Humor has long been associated with Jewish identity—from Jerry Seinfeld to Mel Brooks, Adam Sandler to Joan Rivers.On this episode of How God Works, we'll talk with the latest member of the long tradition of highly successful Jewish comedians, Emmy award-winning actor, writer and comedian, Robby Hoffman, about how Jewish people have shaped comedy, how comedy has shaped the Jewish people, and the role humor plays in her life and approach to faith. We'll also ask if humor itself can be a spiritual practice—a way to cope with life's difficulties and maybe even touch the transcendent. Robby Hoffman is a writer, actor and comedian. Her Netflix stand-up special Robby Hoffman: Wake Up debuted in December 2025. She recently appeared on the HBO series Rooster. She was also nominated for an Emmy in 2025 for her guest role on HBO's Hacks. She is the host of the Too Far podcast on Patreon. Learn more about her work on her website where you can also find tickets to her tour.Also mentioned on this episode:Jennifer Caplan, learn more about her work and find links to her books on her website.
We’ve been sold the same message for years: start Monday, go all in, be perfect, and somehow transform your life in eight weeks. But what if that's exactly what's keeping us stuck? I’m here to tell you, I’ve done (and seen) some things. My own health journey has been vast. From beer and noodle box for breakfast, to bodybuilding extremes, and everything in between. I’ve finally found a balanced approach that actually lasts, and now I’m here to share the lessons I wish I had learned years earlier. In this episode, I share the health and fitness mindset shifts that completely changed my relationship with food, exercise, and my body. This isn't another episode about losing weight or chasing the "perfect" body. It's about creating habits that actually fit your life, breaking free from all-or-nothing thinking, and feeling better in your own skin without the guilt, shame, or impossible expectations. In this episode: Why the all-or-nothing mindset is sabotaging your progress The identity shift that makes healthy habits easier to stick to How to stop waiting for the "perfect" time to start Simple hacks for drinking more water and eating better The power of meal planning without overcomplicating it Why consistency beats perfection every single time My personal journey from unhealthy habits to bodybuilding and back to balance If you've ever started a health kick on a Monday, fallen off track, and felt like you've failed, this episode is your reminder that one imperfect choice doesn't ruin everything—and that lasting change is often much simpler than we make it. Because life isn't an eight-week challenge. It's the habits you can keep doing long after the motivation wears off. … Episode Links: S1 Episode: Gaining 25kg, Losing it all (and myself) and what it took to Find Balance Shop Meal Planner Magnets: https://www.stephpaseplanners.com.au/collections/planner-magnets … Follow Stephing Up I’m Steph Pase, your (somewhat) organised bestie in your ears. This podcast is about growth that’s messy, building a life that actually fits you, and what happens when life doesn’t go to plan. We’ll talk mental health, motherhood, business, ADHD and how to stop being such an asshole to yourself. New episodes drop every Monday morning.So set your reminder. Pop in your headphones. Because we’re Stephing Up together. If today's episode helped, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify is honestly the best thing you can do to help us reach more women. … Let’s Hang: Submit your Hot Mess Hotline question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUnWTcPntVMCQrdu2wSFqFHEnQkggznr_23Ux9zDBNvlh78g/viewform?usp=publish-editor Stephing Up on Instagram: @stephing.up Steph Pase on Instagram: @stephpase_ Steph Pase on Youtube: @stephpase. Shop Planners + Organisation: Steph Pase Planners Shop Steph’s book “Mastering my Messy Life”: Penguin Books Australia Steph’s Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com.au/shop/justanothermummyblog/list/17TTU785IMM53 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Zarna Garg guest co-hosts. Joy Behar settles scores with Deborah Vance in the final season of “Hacks.” JLo reveals her “Office Romance. ”Sandra Bullock's return to the big screen. Co-hosts divulge their “celebrity sex pass.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Most people ignore this, but they really shouldn't... This highlights the #1 thing that's destroying your confidence! More @ https://julien-himself.com Connect with Julien: Watch the episodes on YouTube Go deeper with Julien's online courses Follow Julien on Instagram Julien's TikTok Work with Julien directly
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JOY LOVING HOME - SAHM, Productivity, Home Organization, Declutter, ADHD Mom, ADHD SAHM, ADHD Brain
Happy Friday! This short episode announces a six‑week summertime sampler membership and shares three quick ways to gamify cleaning with kids using Go Fish, Uno, and Candyland. Each idea turns tidy tasks into playful challenges — but remember: gamify your cleaning, don't turn game time into chores. Try these simple twists, adjust for ages, and join the summer group for more light, easy organizing fun. Let me know how it goes and your own fun ideas! Summertime Sampler Series: https://joylovinghome.myflodesk.com/summer Connect with Me! Website: https://joylovinghome.com Free Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome
Erin welcomes back Ashley and introduces Tangle for a discussion inspired by conversations from the Life on Side B and Your Other Brothers podcasts. So much can be said about queer representation in the media, especially as more queer stories have been told in the last couple years. Join us as we discuss our favorite TV shows and movies, including how queer characters have impacted them, and what we would like to see in future queer media productions. We end our episode with a lightning round of guessing the sexualities of cartoon villains from our childhood! LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Curious about the Hays Code? Follow Erin on Letterboxd! Why are Disney Villains Queer Coded? Tangle's animation project Ashley's Charmed blog: “The Sisters Who Happened to be Witches” Ashley's favorites: Warrior Nun, Dead to Me, League of Their Own, Lioness, Supergirl, Fried Green Tomatoes Tangle's favorites: Arcane, Warrior Nun, The Owl House, Atypical Erin's favorites: Hacks, Saved!, But I'm a Cheerleader, The Children's Hour (disclaimer: not a feel-good film), Wake Up Dead Man (bonus for great Christian clergy representation) COMMENT ON THIS EPISODE What are your favorite TV shows and movies that feature LGBT characters? What character or character dynamic made you feel seen while watching? What stories would you like to see be told via movie or TV show? PODCAST EPISODE PAGE YOScast 003: Queer Representation in Media RATE/REVIEW US Apple Podcasts Spotify FOLLOW THE CAST Erin's posts Ashley's posts Our other contributors GET IN TOUCH Call the YOFline: 1.706.389.8009 Email Erin: erin@yourotherfamily.org Mail us: Your Other Family / P.O. Box 843 / Asheville, NC 28802 SUPPORT YOF General giving (for non-members) Giving toward membership in YOS Giving toward membership in YOB FOLLOW YOF YOF: YouTube | Facebook | Instagram YOS: Facebook | Instagram YOB: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok MUSIC CREDIT Intro/outro theme: “Be More” by Linden Hope Used with permission. you are not alone; even the sparrow finds a home
Little Sister joins us as we talk about Doom Patrol, The Briny Deep, Hades 2, Lords of Acid, Harry Potter, Eleven to Midnight, New York, The Winter King, Supernatural, Sherlock Holmes and Dorian Gray, Mandalorian and Grogu, The Backrooms, Liminal Spaces, Hacks, Fear the Reaper, Jeff Hayes, Stargate, Escape From New York, Dr. Who, Star Trek: The Experience liminal spaces, and Doomsday. So get your stamps, it's time for a GeekShock!
In this solo episode, I explore practical tools and scientific insights to escape a bad mood, focusing on nostalgia, cognitive reframing, behavioral activation, and provoking awe. Learn how to shift perspectives and build resilience through actionable habits. - Timestamps: 00:00 The Power of Nostalgia 07:19 Cognitive Reframing: Changing Your Narrative 11:10 Behavioral Activation: Taking Action to Feel Better 13:34 Provoking Awe: Shifting Perspective -
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John and Rebecca discuss the scary-good box office for two recent horror debuts and the ups and downs of the Hacks and Euphoria series finales. Then, they pass the mic over to a NYC-based panel of theater lovers to talk about the awards show that puts the T in EGOT, this weekend's Tony Awards. Senior Editor Hillary Busis, Staff Writer Chris Murphy, Entertainment Director Caitlin Brody, and LGM Senior Producer Michele O'Brien make a case for why the Tonys are the most fun awards show to watch (even if you know nothing about the nominees), and make their predictions for Sunday night's ceremony. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
The Comeback has officially come to an end, and Kevin Fallon is joined by actor, producer, and longtime collaborator Dan Bucatinsky to break down the emotional finale, Valerie Cherish's surprising legacy, the show's timely AI storyline, Billy's unforgettable transformation, and the awards buzz surrounding Lisa Kudrow's acclaimed performance. Plus, Dan reflects on working alongside Lisa for more than two decades, the lasting impact of Scandal, and what makes The Comeback one of television's most beloved cult classics. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send us Fan MailYou buy a new couch… and suddenly your entire house starts failing inspections. This week on the Mike & Blaine Podcast, we dive deep into “The Upgrade Spiral” and explore why modern life constantly makes people—and businesses—feel like they are always one version behind.From smartphones and cars to office kitchens, wardrobes, and tech productivity setups, every single upgrade quietly shifts your standards. It distorts your baseline, making everything else you own or use look instantly outdated. In this episode, we break down the exact business strategy behind this phenomenon. Companies like Apple, Adobe, and BMW don't just sell products; they engineered a consumer culture that depends entirely on keeping “good enough” from ever feeling good enough for very long.We look at this from a tactical business perspective: How do you, as an entrepreneur, leverage this cycle to increase customer lifetime value without alienating your audience? On the flip side, how do you protect your own business cash flow from falling victim to lifestyle inflation and unnecessary software-as-a-service (SaaS) upgrades?Social media accelerates this loop daily, transforming satisfaction from a tangible goal into a moving target. Somewhere along the way, content became a lifestyle, and regular upgrades became the mandatory cost of entry. Join us as we unpack the psychology of consumer culture, the mechanics of modern marketing, and how to strategically navigate the spiral so it works for your bottom line, not against it.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to mikeandblaine . com to buy us a beer and keep the conversations flowing!We want to hear from you! Catch an episode you have thoughts on, or just want to chat? Reach out to us at beer@mikeandblaine . comListen to all our episodes at mikeandblaine . comLearn about our businesses:Cash Flow Mike: Training CPAs to provide effective, high-value advisory services to their clients. Learn more at cashflowmike . comDryrun: Cash flow forecasting and financial modeling built for the office of the CFO, getting finance teams out of messy spreadsheets. Learn more at dryrun . comThanks to our Beer Sponsors:- Karen Hairston from 3S Smart Consulting -CPA Larry Weinstein, the Cash Flow Cowboy from Houston Texas- Neighbor Pat- Devin#UpgradeCulture #ConsumerCulture #LifestyleInflation #ModernLife #BusinessStrategy #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessTactics #CashFlowManagement #MarketingStrategy #Apple #Adobe #BMW #Samsung #SalesPsychology #BusinessGrowth #MikeAndBlaine #PodcastSupport the showCatch more episodes, see our sponsors and get in touch at https://mikeandblaine.com/
Send us Fan MailVegas is shaking up in a huge way this week! In this episode, we are breaking down the massive news that Tilman Fertitta is acquiring Caesars Entertainment in a jaw-dropping $17.6 billion deal—and he might not be the only billionaire making major moves on the Strip. Plus, Dayna is back from Panama with travel notes, we give our first impressions of the brand new Vanderpump property, and we reveal exactly where global icons BTS went to refuel off the Strip. From yacht rock pool parties to mind-reading residencies, we've got a lot to cover. On this week's episode:The Billionaire Buyouts: Tilman Fertitta is acquiring Caesars Entertainment for $17.6 billion, and Barry Diller's firm just made a massive bid for MGM Resorts. What does this mean for your favorite properties?Vanderpump First Look: The Vanderpump Hotel is officially open! We went on-property to check out the stunning pool deck views and initial vibes before the grand opening. Eat Like BTS: The global icons took over Vegas and stopped off the Strip for an unforgettable meal. Find out how you can eat like K-Pop royalty at Lotus of Siam!
In this episode of For The Dads with Former NFL Linebacker Will Compton, hosts Will and Sherm break down Will’s latest discovery in bed wetting, break down some insane Bath Time Dad Hacks and discuss Rue’s last day of school — all while keeping the episode fun, fresh and of course, under an hour. The episode kicks off with the boys giving a recap on Evy the Brave’s situation before diving into some hilarious topics, including: Our One Year Anniversary! Generational Dad Losses Pondering when the last time we’ll get to hold our kids is Other highlights include: An Olipop Battle with Chase Daniel Scottzilla is in the BabyDoll Phase
Approximate Timestamps (adjust by a few minutes due to ads) 03:00 - Intro 05:02 - Britney Spears 09:56 - Dua Lipa & Callum Turner 10:45 - First Light 12:23 - Rosemary Kennedy 15:13 - Movie Moment: Backrooms, Obsession, Devil Wears Prada 2 22:56 - Ads 27:26 - Ariana Grande 31:56 - Phoebe Bridgers 34:21 - Hilary Duff 38:18 - Devyn Simone 41:07 - Blood Orange 42:40 - The 7 Husbands of Evelyn Hugo 45:45 - Hacks, The Comeback 51:00 - Friday Night Lights Docu-series 54:34 - Trace Cyrus 56:41 - Travis Scott and Kanye West 57:44 - Willow Smith 01:00:24 - Susan Boyle 01:02:55 - Ads 01:07:25 - Sabrina Carpenter 01:11:02 - Rosie O'Donnell 01:13:14 - Ally Brooke 01:16:37 - Outro Sponsors:First Day: Firstday.com and use code BLINDS to get up to 57% Off and a Free Gift Shopify: shopify.com/blinds - start your $1 per month trial period today Quince: Quince.com/BLINDS for free shipping and 365 day returns Whisker: whisker.com/blinds -Take an additional $50 off Whisker Litter-Robot bundles with code BLINDS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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This week Axe and Murphy were joined by the great Ron Brownstein—veteran journalist, Bloomberg Opinion columnist, and CNN senior political analyst. The Hacks dive into Trump's preparations for America250, the affordability crisis and the impact of tariffs in key swing states, today's California primary, and the latest developments in races in Maine and Texas—and so much more. Photo by Kyle Grillot/Bloomberg via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(00:00) Chris and Andy talk about the ‘Euphoria' series finale (02:22) and the choices behind Rue's ending. Then they discuss the finale of ‘Hacks' (49:47) and how its ending differs from Euphoria's much darker sendoff. Later, they break down ‘Star City' (01:02:27), the new For All Mankind spinoff, and why it's one of the most exciting shows they've seen in a while. Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Stefano Sanchez Additional Video Supervision: Sarah Reddy Order and it will come. Like today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Weekend recaps (00:00-16:11). Dua Lipa & Callum Turner get married (16:49-21:54). Charli D'Amelio family fallout (21:55-35:57). Scooter Braun says he “doesn't know” Taylor Swift + Scooter Braun takes Sydney Sweeney to Times Square (37:11-45:27). Taylor Swift x Toy Story 5 (45:28-52:48). Weekly Watch Report: Obsession, Euphoria, Hacks, Your Friends & Neighbors + more! (54:18-1:42_34). CITO LINKS > barstool.link/chicks-in-the-office.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/chicks-in-the-office
This week Mike and Robby Hoffman sit down for their first in-depth conversation like, as Robby puts it, two cats cautiously getting to know each other. Mike and Robby work out new jokes about vending machines and AI, share advice about marriage, and Robby begs Mike's fans to stop sending him emails. Plus, Robby tells the stories of how she got cast in Hacks, and how her outspokenness at a writers guild meeting drew the attention of John Mulaney, who went on to direct Robby's Netflix special Wake Up. Mike's tour dates: https://www.birbigs.com/tour-dates Text BIRBIGS to 917-444-7150 for updates Find Mike: Website: https://birbigs.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/birbigs/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/birbigfans TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikebirbiglia Find Robby: Website: https://www.robbyhoffman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbyhoffman/ Hosted and Produced by Mike Birbiglia Producers: Peter Salomone, Joseph Birbiglia, Mabel Lewis, Gary Simons Sound Mixed by Ben Kruse Supervising Engineer: Kate Bilinski Video Consultant: Graham Willoughby Special Thanks: Marissa Hurwitz, Josh Upfal, David Raphael, Nina Cwik, J. Hope Stein, Oona Music: Jack Antonoff and Bleachers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Robby Hoffman wants everything and needs nothing. She's a woman of paradoxes: a walking ball of anxiety who couldn't care less what you think. And she's incredibly funny. Robby takes Dan on a confessional and hilarious journey: from her deeply religious upbringing at home with nine siblings, to “earning her PhD” in children's television, to breaking out in comedy and earning the admiration of heavy hitters like John Mulaney. She also explains how she fostered her own self-confidence despite anxiety and how she's always maintained a healthy dose of self-love. The series finale of "Hacks" airs Thursday, May 28th, at 9PM ET on HBO. Check out her podcast, “Too Far with Robby Hoffman,” her Netflix special, "Robby Hoffman: Wake Up," and visit robbyhoffman.com for tickets and tour dates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices