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The Wedge got so big surfers pulled out 9-foot guns—and Blair Conklin says it was some of the biggest surf he has seen there in his lifetime. In this episode of the Pinch My Salt podcast, Blair breaks down the historic Wedge swell at Newport Beach, why it may have been the biggest in over a decade, and how it compared to Hurricane Marie.Blair takes Sterling Spencer and Cousin Ryan inside the chaos: two waves colliding, unpredictable takeoff zones, massive shorebreak, Hawaiian chargers, Koa Rothman, a bodyboarder throwing a double backflip, and the split-second positioning needed to catch one of California's most dangerous waves.The three-time United Skim Tour World Champion and legendary Vic winner also talks about growing up skimboarding in Laguna Beach and helping push skimboarding into the viral era. The conversation gets into Tfue's skimboarding roots, Bill Bryan's influence, monkey crawling, surfers versus skimmers, why unfinished skimboard waves still count, novelty waves, wave pools, and whether skimboarding might actually be harder than surfing. This is a full breakdown of The Wedge, modern skimboarding, surf culture, and the strange world where shorebreak specialists become some of the most entertaining athletes in action sports.Blair also reveals what makes The Wedge so difficult when it gets this big, who dominated the historic swell, and why positioning at the exact point where two waves collide can be both terrifying and nearly impossible.PLUS:Laird Hamilton's legendary Malibu Pier shootTfue before he became a gaming superstarThe truth about surfers versus skimboardersWhy skimboarding clips go viralBill Bryan's influence on modern skimboardingThe monkey crawl comebackBig-wave boards at The WedgeKoa Rothman charging CaliforniaThe future of skimboarding and novelty wavesWhy skimmers apparently don't have to land anythingWas this the biggest Wedge swell since Hurricane Marie? Let us know in the comments.LIKE, COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE to become a certified Pincher.Pinch My Salt is a comedy surf podcast hosted by professional surfer Sterling Spencer and Cousin Ryan, covering surfing, skimboarding, surf culture, professional surfers, viral surf clips and everything happening in the strange world of action sports.#BlairConklin #TheWedge #SkimboardingBlair Conklin interview, Blair Conklin podcast, historic Wedge swell, biggest Wedge waves, The Wedge Newport Beach, Hurricane Marie swell, skimboarding podcast, surf podcast, Pinch My Salt, Sterling Spencer, Cousin Ryan, Tfue skimboarding, Bill Bryan skimboarder, Koa Rothman, Laguna Beach skimboarding, United Skim Tour, Vic skimboarding contest, California surfing, shorebreak surfing, big wave surfing

In this episode of Mend the Gap, Cathleen McCabe, MD is live from Hawaiian Eye 2026 with special guest Jim Mazzo, host of Healio's Eyeluminaries podcast. They discuss Mazzo's fascinating career turns and how he got to where he is today. ·        Who is Jim Mazzo? 02:37 ·        What's something you've done behind the scenes that helped you network? 10:24 ·        What helped you be a better mentor? 13:09 ·        How do you sustain a good support system? 16:33 Be sure to listen to the first part of this conversation on Eyeluminaries. We'd love to hear from you! Send your comments/questions to podcast@healio.com. Follow us on Twitter @Healio_OSN. 

Welcome to the third episode of Group Dentistry Now & Black Talon Security's Dental Cyber Watch Live. As dental groups rush to adopt artificial intelligence, many are spending on tools no one uses and feeding patient data into platforms no one controls. The result is wasted budget, hidden liability, and growing security exposure. In this episode of Dental Cyber Watch Live, Bill Neumann (CEO, Group Dentistry Now) sat down with Gary Salman (Co-founder and CEO, Black Talon Security) and Matthew McGaw (founder, DSO Compass; co-founder, Relay) to unpack the promise and peril of AI in dentistry. The clear message for DSOs of every size: AI is transformative, but only when paired with governance, training, and due diligence. Here are the key takeaways. Shadow AI: The Risk You Can't See Shadow AI is the unmonitored use of large language models — ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude — by employees without policy, oversight, or controls. Staff turn to these tools to work faster. The problem is that no one is watching what data goes in. Salman described the scope at a recent DSO event with roughly 20 leaders, representing practices from 10 to 200-plus locations. Most reported a mix of LLMs already in use across their teams. Few had standard operating procedures governing what could be entered. Fewer still had any technology to monitor that activity. The exposure is real. Information uploaded to a free model may be anonymized, but it can resurface when others ask similar questions. "When the product's free, you're the product. They're not doing you a favor." — Gary Salman, Black Talon Security For an organization handling protected health information, that is a compliance event waiting to happen. The fix doesn't require shutting AI down — it requires structure: enable privacy settings so platforms don't train on your data, write SOPs that define what can and cannot be entered, and train staff on why it matters. The AI Graveyard: Paying for Tools No One Uses The "AI graveyard" is where promising technology goes to die. It's the software a DSO bought with enthusiasm, then abandoned because of poor implementation, failed training, low adoption, or clunky integration — while the subscription keeps billing. McGaw pointed to two familiar culprits: "shiny object syndrome" and the "Hawaiian shirt guy effect," where a charismatic salesperson wins the room and the product never fits the problem. Neumann offered a grounded example. Some automations at Group Dentistry Now worked well. Others proved clunky and were better handled manually. A buried tool isn't just a wasted subscription. It drains training hours, erodes staff confidence in future rollouts, and makes the next investment harder to champion. The escape route is unglamorous but reliable: plan, implement, and train before you scale. Roll out to a small group, confirm adoption, refine the workflow, then expand. Design Backward, Build Forward The smartest framing of the conversation came from a concept Salman credited to Andy Farina of Destination DSO: design backward, build forward. Understand the problem you're solving first, then align products to it — never the reverse. Most purchasing runs backward. A leader sees an exciting tool, then invents a reason to need it. McGaw captured the trap: "Sometimes the problem that they think they have to solve isn't always the problem that is really the problem." Salman's advice for separating substance from hype was blunt: "Stay away from the shiny penny and buy the gold." Before any AI purchase, leaders should define the problem, set clear criteria for success, evaluate fit against those criteria, and only then buy. Vendor Due Diligence — and Who's Really Liable Many DSO leaders misunderstand a critical point: under HIPAA, breach liability sits with the healthcare entity — the DSO — not the software or technology provider. Assuming the vendor carries that risk is a dangerous shortcut. That makes cyber due diligence non-negotiable. Before signing with any AI vendor, ask: How do they access, store, and share data? Who, specifically, has access to it? What security measures protect it? Salman's larger point: security should be the first question in any technology evaluation, not the last. Too often it's raised only after the contract is signed and the data is already flowing. Building AI Securely The throughline of the discussion was AI governance, risk, and compliance treated as a foundation, not an afterthought. For organizations handling patient data, that distinction separates innovation from exposure. Leaders should expect real safeguards from any tool touching PHI: scrubbing confidential data like dates of birth, Social Security numbers, and patient health information on upload; annotating sources so answers can be traced; flagging possible hallucinations; and hashing files to protect their integrity. Pair those safeguards with disciplined implementation, and today's investment doesn't become tomorrow's graveyard occupant. Protecting What You've Built AI is a genuine opportunity for DSOs willing to pair ambition with discipline. The risk isn't the technology — it's deploying it without control. Three steps to start now: Audit current AI usage to learn which tools your team uses and what data flows into them. Establish AI governance and SOPs before the next tool goes live. Make vendor security due diligence standard, with security as the opening question. Is your DSO adopting AI faster than it can secure it? Get these fundamentals in place, and AI stops being a liability waiting to surface — and becomes the advantage it promised to be for your practice and your patients. Get the MAX Surgical Specialty Management Case Study: https://dso.pub/4v8OwfP  

Join us on the Pure Hustle Podcast for episode 503, our latest update episode where we catch up on everything happening in our reselling lives and the broader reselling world. We share our personal progress with listing (including how an AI tool has completely changed the game for us), recent garage sale finds like Lululemon clothing, and how we're using eBay profits for real-life fun and tax advantages. We dive into hot topics including the new mega Goodwill stores, shifting reselling strategies, and the exciting rumors around Ryan Cohen and potential GameStop moves with eBay. In our popular Discord Dialogue segment with Tim, we discuss everything from the risks of selling vintage/old stock food items and collector pieces to eBay shipping policies, estimated delivery times, and community questions. We also drop fresh BOLOs including World Cup/soccer collectibles and Hawaiian/sports shirts that could be worth watching. If you're into eBay reselling, thrift flipping, garage sales, AI tools for sellers, or just want real talk from fellow resellers, this episode is packed with updates, laughs, and actionable insights. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome to Episode 503 Update Episode 00:59 – Mike's Update: Using AI Listing Tools & Clearing Death Piles 03:28 – Orlando's Update: eBay Money for Life, Vacations & Tax Write-Offs 05:16 – Garage Sales, Lululemon Finds & New Brands Like Alo 11:55 – Big Vendit AI Lister Promo & Partnership Reveal 16:44 – Discord Dialogue with Tim Begins 18:33 – Selling Vintage/Old Stock Food Items – Risks & Opinions 26:12 – eBay Shipping Policies & Estimated Delivery Times Explained 32:55 – Ryan Cohen, GameStop & Potential eBay Acquisition Buzz 43:33 – Episode Numbering “Conspiracy” & Behind-the-Scenes Talk 47:43 – Mega Goodwill Stores in the Bay Area – Good or Bad for Resellers? 52:47 – BOLOs: World Cup/Soccer Items & Hawaiian/Sports Shirts 57:13 – Closing Thoughts & Excitement About Scaling with AI Tools

Patreon preview. Unlock full episode at https://www.patreon.com/stavvysworld Peyton Ruddy joins the pod to discuss his Hawaiian shirt phase, writing beach bum songs as a young man in the Chicago suburbs, the night he drank 16 beers really fast, messing around during COVID, always being a bench player in high school football, and much more. Peyton and Stav help callers including a guy whose busted coworker keeps sending him unsolicited nudes, and a guy who's convinced his girlfriend is lying about her MSG allergy because he's been cooking with it the whole time they've been together.   See Peyton Ruddy live and follow him on social media: https://punchup.live/peytonruddy https://www.instagram.com/peytonruddycomedy/ https://www.youtube.com/@peytonruddy   https://www.tiktok.com/@peytonruddycomedy https://x.com/ruddypeyton   https://www.facebook.com/peytonruddycomedy/   ☎️ Want to be a part of the show? Call 904-800-STAV and leave a voicemail to get advice!

Two months after walking away from the Tombstone feud a free man, Johnny Ringo was found dead against a tree with a Colt in his hand. He had survived the Hoodoo War, jail breaks, and a showdown with Doc Holliday — but no one can agree on what finally killed him.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/JohnnyRingoREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/24j5xybkFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: A gentleman gunslinger who could quote Shakespeare, Johnny Ringo was a mythic gunslinger who died a mysterious death befitting his legend. (The Mysterious Death of Outlaw Johnny Ringo) *** To his family and neighbors, Richard Kuklinski was the all-American man. To the mafia and his victims, he was the "devil himself" known as the Iceman killer. (The Mafia's Most Prolific Hitman) *** Wherever tragedies happen, urban legends settle. And for almost every urban legend, there is a road to take you there… a road often just as terrifying as the urban legend it takes you to. (Roads that Lead to Urban Legends) *** We'll look at the true story of a bar bouncer accused of killing his wife… which is odd, seeing as the incident took place before he killed a man while defending her honor. (A Broad-Shouldered Bully Was Wiener) *** Extraterrestrials come in all shapes and sizes if you believe what you see on television, film, and even online in the fringe conversations of UFO enthusiasts. The most famous of the aliens are usually depicted in the very realistic, humanoid form… the Greys. But what exactly are the Greys? And is it possible they aren't extraterrestrial at all? (What Are The Greys) *** We'll meet a man who has an amazing superpower. He is especially proficient at passing gas. (Mister Methane: The Gas Man)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = The Foreboding00:00:59.394 = Show Open00:03:16.488 = The Mysterious Death of Outlaw Johnny Ringo00:15:42.451 = A Broad-Shouldered Bully Was Wiener ***00:19:08.842 = Roads That Lead To Urban Legends00:30:46.873 = The Mafia's Most Prolific Hitman ***00:39:46.230 = Mister Methane: The Gas Man00:45:59.461 = What Are The Greys? ***00:52:15.959 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. 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Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: November, 2021This episode of Weird Darkness travels from a gunfighter's unexplained death under an Arizona oak tree to a mafia hitman's freezer, a tour of the world's most haunted highways, a St. Louis hanging, a British flatulence performer, and the enduring question of what the Grey aliens actually are.It opens with Johnny Ringo, the Shakespeare-quoting outlaw and cousin to the Younger and James brothers, who survived the Hoodoo War of Mason County, Texas, a jailbreak, multiple murder charges, and a near-shootout with Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday on the streets of Tombstone — only to be found dead on July 13, 1882, slumped against a tree with a .45 caliber Colt in his right hand. The coroner called it suicide. Others pointed to the cartridges in his gun, the absence of powder burns, the odd position of his hat, and later confessions attributed to Earp himself, and called it murder. Biographers Jack Burrows and David Johnson weighed the same evidence a century later and sided with suicide, a quiet end for a man newspapers once misspelled into legend as "Ringgold."From there the episode moves to St. Louis in 1877, where Billy Wieners — a hulking bouncer at the Theatre Comique saloon, already out on bond for trying to kill his wife — shot assistant barkeeper A.V. Lawrence dead for insulting that same wife. The Missouri Supreme Court found nothing in the record to soften a verdict of deliberate murder, and after his sister Annie's commutation campaign failed to move Governor Phelps, Wieners hanged in the St. Louis jail yard on February 1, 1878, using his last words to warn other men away from whiskey.Next comes a road trip through the world's haunted highways: Zombie Road in Wildwood, Missouri; India's cursed Ranchi-Jamshedpur NH33, where 245 people died in three years and a woman in a white saree patrols the asphalt; South Africa's N9 with the hitchhiking ghost of Maria Roux; Australia's "Street With No Name" in Annandale; the werewolf sightings on Yorkshire's B1249; Malaysia's Karak Highway, where a creature was seen battering a husband's head against his own car roof; Scotland's A75 Kinmount Straight and its phantom animals; Long Island's Mount Misery and Sweet Hollow roads; the unearthed Hawaiian warrior bones beneath Oahu's H-1; Thailand's temple-haunting murdered wife on Chak Phra Road; and the ghosts scattered along old Route 66.The darkness deepens with Richard Kuklinski, the Gambino-affiliated contract killer known as the Iceman, who froze his victims' bodies in industrial freezers so the time of death could never be fixed. Convicted of six murders, he claimed hundreds, killing with cyanide nasal spray, ice picks, hand grenades, and his bare hands while coaching his children's barbecues and ushering Sunday Mass in suburban New Jersey. An ATF sting through his only friend, Phil Solimene, ended the run in 1986, and Kuklinski spent his remaining years giving prison interviews until his death in 2006 — a week after his wife Barbara declined, one last time, to lift the do-not-resuscitate order she had signed.The mood lifts with Paul Oldfield of Macclesfield, England, the performer called Mr. Methane, who discovered during a teenage yoga session that he could draw air into his colon at will and built a stage career on controlled flatulence — playing Phil Collins parodies, alarming Howard Stern, and logging 86 farts in a single minute for a 2018 Guinness World Records attempt, a talent the record book had refused to touch back in 1990.The episode closes among the Greys, the large-eyed, gray-skinned beings that dominate alien abduction reports from Betty and Barney Hill onward. Ufologists describe two castes — tall telepathic leaders and smaller cloned workers — originating in the Zeta Reticuli binary star system 38 light years away, harvesting human sperm and eggs to repair DNA ruined by generations of cloning. A rival theory holds that the Greys are not extraterrestrials at all but human beings from a distant future: taller, thinner, larger-brained time travelers returning to collect healthy genetic material from before whatever catastrophe awaits us.

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating evolution of SeaWorld's water ski shows — from the park's opening in Ohio in 1971 to the iconic Hawaiian and Hollywood-influenced productions that captivated millions. Longtime industry SeaWorld legends Dan Stewart, Tom Weber, and Jessica De Porter share behind-the-scenes insights, from the challenges of staffing nine shows a day in the early years to the transition from internal productions to expertly managed contract shows. You'll discover how Hollywood heavy-hitters set the stage and produced shows, and how performers balanced stunt skills with captivating storytelling to create shows that wowed audiences without overwhelming them.We break down the core ingredients of SeaWorld's legendary entertainment: the blend of aquatics, storytelling, big time Hollywood money, and showmanship that made their productions stand out globally. We learn about how crew members managed seven daily shows, the secrets behind iconic set pieces like pirate ships, and the innovation that kept skiers in peak shape for hours of continuous performance. You'll also hear about the role of creative autonomy, show design, and how SeaWorld's unique environment fostered some of the sport's most talented athletes and charismatic performers.Tune in to hear stories of moments that made careers, legendary rivalries, and the enduring spirit that keeps the SeaWorld water shows alive today. This episode is your front-row seat to the history of one of the most extraordinary entertainment phenomena.Today's Sponsors are....The Board Shop - bswake.comSaga Sports - SagaSports.usFollow us on Social Media:Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcastContact The Ski Show:Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a rating and a review:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

In a windowless room in a rented warehouse in Oakland in 2019, Nabis cofounders Vince C. Ning and Jun Sup Lee, a few of their employees and a friend they met at the startup accelerator Y Combinator, Luana Lopes Lara(who would go on to cofound prediction market Kalshi and become one of the world's youngest self-made billionaires), were counting $2 million in cash by hand.  The money was earmarked for marijuana excise taxes in California. San Francisco-based Nabis had recently launched as a cannabis distributor during the medical marijuana heyday of the country's biggest weed market and it was Ning and Lee's job to collect and pay taxes on the product they delivered to retailers. The duo had hired an armed guard to watch the door. Once the cash was counted, banded and bagged, Ning put the money into two suitcases, $1 million in each, threw on a Hawaiian shirt—he thought he was less likely to get mugged if he looked like a tourist, but in the end he looked more like a scrawny narco-wannabe—and headed to the state government building to deliver the money. By Will Yakowicz, Forbes Staff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carl's back from the family road trip to Memphis in May BBQ Championship and he did NOT hold back. Sherrod Small in studio as Carl spills on 17-hour drives with angry-wife speeding, tricking the kids with alligator “chicken fingers,” Bass Pro Shops pyramid fishing, getting blackout on blue Hawaiian fishbowl drinks, Winner's Row BBQ with Michelin-star pitmasters, and the unsettling VIP Graceland tour where Elvis is buried in the backyard. Grateful Dead doc talk + Southern pie debates included. Absolute chaos.

Continuing education on your mind? What about areas in your practice you want to grow, or strengths and skillsets you want your team to have? Tiff and Kristy discuss the power of continuing education, including why it changes lives (and offices), where to fit it in your schedule, how to add makeup days of production, and a ton more. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: Tiff (00:00) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. We are so excited to have you here today. I know there's an intro you guys listen to that says we're excited for you, and what you're listening to today is the consultants, and we're taking over. ⁓ and and we really are excited to be here today. I have the one and only Kristy Treasure with me this morning. And ⁓ Kristy, I had a client this morning.   that they have a client that is a client of yours. And they were like, Who is it? It was, it's, it's treasure, right? Is that her last name? And I was like, that's truly her last name. She truly is a treasure. And they were looking at it. ⁓ your client had recommended you to them. ⁓ and they they were like, is Treasure really her last name? So I felt like I needed to say it tonight. How are you? I know it was it was cute. Yeah. Yeah.   The Dental A Team (00:37) No.   ⁓ that's so cool. Good. Yeah.   Tiff (00:48) It's the middle of the week for us. This is a wild podcasting day for us. but here we are. Kristy, thank you for being here. And you've got a full week of calls this week too. It's first week of the month for us recording this and how's ⁓ how's everything going over there? How are you how are you doing? How are your clients looking? What have you what trends are you seeing on your end?   The Dental A Team (01:09) Yeah.   It's crazy because I'm seeing a lot of clients have things fall out of their schedule in May, yet we had great numbers. I'm like, is May gonna be the new September or like what's happening here? But I I don't know if it's weather related, graduations. I don't know. It's it's weird.   Tiff (01:24) Yeah.   Yeah. Yeah.   I totally agree with you though. ⁓ here like rounding out end of May, like looking at Maine numbers. I've seen the same thing. I've seen a lot of practices that had some stellar production and some stellar collections. And I even have a few practices yesterday that were shocked when they looked at their numbers because they felt like they were so much worse because the schedule kept falling apart. ⁓ yeah, and I said the same thing. I know my o my Ohio office, I said it's cause it's finally not like   The Dental A Team (01:51) Yeah.   Tiff (01:57) like fifty degrees and ninety mile an hour winds, people are trying to get outside. So we're definitely hitting that season. And I think people are maybe prioritizing their personal lives a little bit more than maybe we're used to ⁓ in dentistry and we might be seeing that. I don't know. But I agree. I'm seeing that for sure.   The Dental A Team (02:17) Yeah, and it seems like it's coast to coast. So and the weird thing is is I d even if I say graduations and stuff, that's not new for May, but we'll see. We'll see. Yeah.   Tiff (02:26) I know, I know.   Yeah, yeah, I do agree. I do agree. Well, I'm excited for the summer. I know here in Arizona it's getting warmer, but we've had a pretty tame summer so far and the rest of the country's catching up to us. So I thought today would be a good day to get us some podcasts under our belt and we chatted before this and decided we're gonna chat about CE, you guys, ⁓ continue continuing education and   Honestly, Kristy, continuing education is something I think you really, really love personally, professionally, and for your practices. It's something I see you prioritize a ton. And so actually, this is a perfect podcast subject for us. And I thought let's chat through some of the CE opportunities, but also, Kristy, I know you and I both work with a lot of practices and a lot of dentists who do a ton of CE.   And making sure we add that into their budget is something I think both of us prioritize. So I thought we could chat about that some as well. So first and foremost, Kristy, personally for you, I would love to hear like what does your CE and your life look like and how how have you successfully prioritized it? Cause I think others can see that in themselves as well. And you truly do. I watch you. You're you're constantly learning, you're constantly absorbing something. ⁓ and how do you how do you fit that into your life?   The Dental A Team (03:52) Yeah. Well, I I am much like you in that we like to prioritize things and be efficient at it. And having gone through James Clear book for atomic habits, I think it's actually up there on my shelf, but we talk about this all the time and I like to combine, hey, every morning I have to get ready and so why not listen to a podcast or an audio book ⁓ while I'm getting ready? And so   Tiff (04:00) No.   The Dental A Team (04:20) A lot of times I will do that for sure. But then also, you know, you, me, all of the coaches, we look at lag measures within a practice and lead measures. And in the next few months, I we're talking about summer, but September is going to be here around the corner too. And we start looking forward to the new year. And as part of our process for looking into the new year, part of that planning can be planning for continuing to education.   Tiff (04:38) It is.   Okay.   The Dental A Team (04:50) What are areas within our practice that we want to grow or grow for ourselves and or for practice needs and literally starting to map that out and what it looks like for next year.   Tiff (05:05) Yeah, I completely agree. I completely agree. And I do think this is the time of the year to think about that because also if we haven't budgeted for it yet for this year, now we need to start looking at what would that budget look like for next year. And I know, Kristy, to your point, there are so many doctors that I've worked with that get to June and they're like, Tiff, there's this thing I want to do in October, but it's full, so I'm on a wait list. And I'm like, Well, when did the list start? Can we do that in twenty twenty seven or whatever the next year is?   Can we do it in that year to also budget for that and be like top of top priority on that list instead of on that wait list? So I totally agree. This is the time of year to start that. Yeah.   The Dental A Team (05:44) For sure. I was gonna say too   Tiff with CE, listening to you talk. I think about it almost like we break marketing into internal and external. I think with CE, we can almost break it that way too. There can be some very low cost, no cost, just like the podcast or webinars, or take time out of the practice, even to work on some of your internal systems. And that is continuing education for your team too.   Tiff (05:55) Yeah.   For sure.   The Dental A Team (06:14) So you could break it into two different buckets. And I know today we were talking about budgeting for the external CE, if you will, but I think teams need to think about that too. And there are the priority of mandatory CE, your HIPAA, your OSHA, making sure we're planning those and blocking them in our schedule too.   Tiff (06:31) Mm-hmm.   Yeah, that's a really good point. And to your point, the like webinars and the ⁓ team and staff trainings and all of those like OSHA HIPAA ⁓ team training just in handoffs in general, what you guys do with Dental A Team when we come into your office, all of those pieces are continuing education. I totally agree. And sometimes you do have to shut down the office. I know Kiera and I talk about this a lot actually in our COVID shutdown is when Dental A Team like we we were we   busted at the seams. We had so much ⁓ work to do. It was wild, but it was because it was that forced shutdown. There wasn't an option, right? And so rather than having the force shutdown and the practices that we knew really not doing anything, they decided, hey, Kiera, Tiff, we need you to train our teams virtually while they're while they're sitting here so that we can continue paying them and they can continue to grow. So when we come back, our systems are solid. So we were building out operations manuals. We were doing   ⁓ we were doing CEs, we were doing how-to's, we were doing everything you can think of, training practices and ⁓ teams in that capacity to your point where it's like, yeah, we just shut down and we're just doing an overhaul of these pieces to get it to where we can run again as soon as we get back. And that is a a massive point because it is continuing education and the budgeting portion of that.   still is okay, great, we're gonna shut down for three days. What does that look like? How do we add that three days worth of production into the rest of the month to make up that shutdown?   The Dental A Team (08:09) Absolutely. And sometimes it may be cost effective or more cost effective to bring people into the practice versus going outward. But looking at what you have in budget and what it would cost to do it beforehand. Yeah. Huge.   Tiff (08:18) Absolutely.   Yeah.   Yeah. Yeah. I totally agree. I remember one of the first offices that I went in practice to a long time ago, right? We've been doing this for so long now. But one of the first practices I went to, they were like, Whoa, wait, you want me to shut down my afternoon? And I was like, Yes, I do. And they were like, We can't, we can't lose that production. I was I promise you, you're gonna make it up tenfold after the fact because you're all gonna be rowing in the same direction. So no matter what we do during this meeting,   It's gonna be incredible. Your your meeting's gonna be incredible. You're gonna learn great things. The consultants know some amazing things, but you're all rowing in the same direction. And so the production that's gonna come after the meeting in the months, weeks, all of that time frame is tenfold gonna be more than what you might lose, quote unquote, in those couple of hours that you shut down for that training in the afternoon. So I think that's a great that's a great point, Kristy, is bringing people in and you don't have the hotel, you don't have the flights, you don't have all those costs as well.   The Dental A Team (09:19) Yeah. The other thing to that too, Tiff, is if you're going externally, make sure you come up with a plan. How are we gonna come back and implement this? So many times we invest in that CE and we go and then we come back. Maybe we learned about sleep or we learned about, you know, a new service, but then we come back and we never really launch it because we didn't develop a plan for how we were gonna come back and integrate it. We just jumped back into the same old routine.   Tiff (09:28) Yeah.   Yes, which is easy. They talk about like your teeth have that muscle memory. So if you don't wear your retainers, your teeth are gonna go right back to where they're suppos where they're supposed to be, right? Where they grew to. And so your brain is the same. Your brain has that muscle memory and honestly your capacity is the same. So you do you or even having having us in or having another trainer in office, you're like, Yeah, let's do it, let's do it. But to your point, if there's not an actionable, okay, do this, which we leave with, right? We say, Okay, you're gonna do these things, you're gonna do it.   this many times or to this percentage and by this state and so there's an action plan left but if you don't leave with that come back with it or that trainer leaves and you have that your muscle memory and your capacity is gonna flip back to what's easiest and what's easiest is to do what you were doing even if it was hard and not getting the result you wanted it's what you know. So even though it's hard having teeth that are misaligned, your teeth know that space they're gonna go back to it. So you're gonna do the same thing and so will your team.   The Dental A Team (10:45) Yeah. You know, something else that was coming to my mind is so many doctors hear these new things and they it's like we talk about the shiny object, right? Have you ever with some of your doctors or teams, like before they jump in and invest in that, actually pull your patients and see is this a service that they're looking for or would be interested in?   Tiff (10:55) Yeah.   The Dental A Team (11:08) 'Cause sometimes they invest a lot, right? And then they come back and they're really disappointed because it was like, Man, I didn't have the market for that or how do I have to market it to really make it work, you know?   Tiff (11:11) Yeah.   Mm.   Yes, that's huge. And I think that is something originally this topic was given to us as trends in dentistry. And it's like, gosh, trends in dentistry could be so vast, right? And it's like, to your point, it ch it truly just depends on the doctor and the patient base, the demographic that you're in. I've worked with plenty of practices that are in a demographic that doesn't support sleep, but they want to do sleep, right? But they're in ⁓ like a a Medicaid.   you know, area. They they take Medicaid and they do the and yes, I want to offer that service, but to your point, is that something that your patient base is looking for in that area? Yes, I want to give it to them, but the cost might not be worth the value back, the ROI that you're gonna get in return for the CE that you just took.   The Dental A Team (12:10) Yeah, one hundred percent. Or you're gonna have to spend a ton more in marketing to draw from a greater area, right? And so now your investment just got even greater.   Tiff (12:14) Yeah.   Yeah.   Yeah. Yeah. And that's the difference I think, Kristy too. I I have a dentist, he loves CE, like loves. I have a bucket, he pours into his CE bucket every single month because he spends a n ton of money on CE every year. And I'm we're like, cool, fine with it. We budgeted for it. But to that point, there's CE that he does that he does because he's interested in it and wants the knowledge. He just likes to learn.   And there's CE that he does that he knows he's gonna actually implement and get a great ROI on in the office. And so he knows those two like demographics, right? He knows those two differences in the CE and he plays to whichever side or team, however you wanna say it, he's playing to to get that to get that done.   The Dental A Team (13:07) Yeah. Going into it eyes wide open, right? That's that's the best. So then the expectation meets your outcome. But yeah.   Tiff (13:10) Yeah.   Yes. Yes.   Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Cause there's so many things. There's a million things I want to learn that I'm interested in. But it's like, okay, well, the ROI has to be there for the time, for the finances, for the input, the output, all of those pieces have to make sense. So yeah, I love that. I do have practices too when we're talking, you know, quote unquote trends that do have like I I talked to a practice yesterday that has a a trainer that comes in for Sarah.   The Dental A Team (13:30) Yeah.   Tiff (13:43) crowns, right? So we know all of those. We've got the Sarat Crowns, we've got a bunch of trainers that do come in. We've got practices that come, we come in two practices, but then practices that come to us two times a year. So there's those as well. And there's all the sleep apnea, the implants supported. And I'm a huge advocate before I'll go on this tangent before we move forward. I'm a huge advocate for like going back and learning something you've already learned.   So a lot of doctors that I work with are like, yeah, I took that, I took that implant pathways course, you know, 10 years ago. I'm like, awesome. Do you think anything's changed in the last 10 years that maybe hasn't popped up on a forum for you? Right. Like there's so many things that I think if you if you're not going back and getting that exposure again and retaking classes or getting recertified or what have you, I think there's a lot to be lost in there with how quickly dentistry moves and progresses, especially with technology.   I think it's really easy to fall behind in those spaces.   The Dental A Team (14:45) I agree with you a hundred percent, Tiff. Yeah.   Tiff (14:48) Yeah. Yeah. So budgeting for it is easy, right? Well, from our perspective at least. Like from my perspective, it's easy. ⁓ when I think when you're in it, I do this personally. I think when I'm in it, I'm like, yeah, I want all of those things. And then I'm just gonna figure out how to afford them. But what we do is we take a step back and say, Okay, cool. What do you want to do? And and like you said, do the research on what is your patient base, what are they using? And I like to look at what are you referring out the most that you want to keep in house that you would   that you would want to do. If you don't love root canals, don't do root canals. Refer those out. But if you're like I could place implants and I could enjoy that, great. Then maybe we look at an implant course depending on how many you're sending out. So do that due diligence and then start vetting courses. Like what courses have the best reviews? Where how far are they? I make my doctors look at the course cost, which is always easy. We think of that. But then on top of that, what is your travel?   The Dental A Team (15:21) Right.   Tiff (15:48) Right. And I think maybe Kristy that comes from us traveling. It's very easy for us to think that far ahead to be like, okay, well, what about a rental car, a flight, and a flight home and a hotel and food? Like we're doing this every other week. So I think it's easy. But I have them like lump all of that together and then literally build a budget so that they're saving a certain amount of that goes into their not their   Bam per se, right? Because that's how do we keep the practice open. But it's their BAM of well, if we want to make this happen, that's the in access bam that we're saving.   The Dental A Team (16:22) Yeah, I agree with you. And then that way too, we chunk it down, right? If the course is next September, we have this many months to add that to our bucket, so to speak, to pay for it, right? And same thing if they're looking to take team with them, it makes it a a lot more affordable than fo forking it all out at once. And then we also know what we have to hit every month, like you said, to the BAM. We make it a goal with the team and we achieve it together.   Tiff (16:26) Yeah.   Yep.   Yes.   Yeah. Yeah.   Yes, and we move the money. Don't leave it in the account that can be spent. We move the money. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. I have an office that I had a ⁓ an office manager call me just frantic. And she's like, my gosh, there's this thing coming up. It's this massive thing that doctor decided she wants to send everybody to. And it's in three months. And she's like, I don't know how we're gonna afford it. That's not like great question. So we had to work backwards, you know, and it   The Dental A Team (16:58) Absolutely agree with you a hundred percent.   Tiff (17:23) It was a stretch and it was hard, but I was like, cool, now we know this is something that you guys are interested in and it's gonna happen again next year. So if we're gonna go again next year, now we know the costs and we can pay for this this year, figure out how to pay off that credit card, and then start saving for the next one. And we worked it for the office manager. It was very easy because we had worked something similar for a bonus that they   we're working towards and so she could like relate it. She's like, this is exactly what we did for that the cruise we want to take or whatever it was, the Hawaiian vacation, whatever wherever they were sending them to, I can't remember, that she could relate it and say, ⁓ I can do that. And I'm like, gosh, we make it so difficult, right, to budget these things out. But we do it in our personal lives when we're like, I want to go to Europe. I want to go on a trip. I want to go to California, wherever. We're doing the same thing, but we forget to do that in business.   The Dental A Team (18:15) Yeah.   I love that you talked about the bonus because literally I was gonna say these CE things can be a very rewarding thing to take the team to and use it in that capacity. And to be honest with you, Tiff, I there's been so many times where I've seen doctors go, Well, I'll take my key players. And then they come back and they regret that they didn't bring the whole team because hearing having the whole team go to some of these things.   Tiff (18:33) Yeah.   The Dental A Team (18:41) ⁓ number one, the bonding experience for team can be huge. And number two, we all hear things differently. So we're gonna bring back a different piece of the pie and literally to hit the ground running and really implement some of these things coming back can be hugely beneficial to bring the whole team if you can budget and afford it, right? So with that being said, to add that to the budget and plan for it can be rewarding in more than one way.   Tiff (18:48) Yep.   Yeah.   Absolutely. And I think it shows the investment in the team, Kristy, because as you're talking, I'm thinking of all the excuses I'm gonna hear from doctors, right? Like, well, my team turnover. I don't know if that like what if they leave? And it's like, what if they do leave? But showing if you have the availability and if it's a desire of yours. I'm not saying change your perspective and change your thoughts and ideals. Like I it's neither here nor there to me, but my perspective can be on this.   If I show the investment to this team and I truly believe in them and I want them here, I'm investing in them and I'm having fun with them. I'm integrating them as my team and I'm not sitting here saying I'm the only one who can do this. So I'm gonna go and bring it all to you guys, but you guys can come with me. I think Kristy that helps that bond and it helps that tie to the doctor and the practice and increases the culture value. So you're actually potentially with the right people.   less likely to lose people than more likely to lose people if that makes sense.   The Dental A Team (20:09) Yeah,   one hundred percent. And and I've heard that in my a lifetime in dentistry too. But I will tell you that, you know, it it's CE has been one of the things that's really helped form me. And I'm very grateful for the people that invested in me. And you know, to that point too, Tiff, sometimes we have to look like I did come back and maybe they only stayed a year or two. However, they might have brought more to the bottom line too that wouldn't have been there.   Tiff (20:23) For sure.   The Dental A Team (20:38) So don't always see it as a loss either. And you never know what's going to come back around. You know, even if those people leave, they may be referring patients to you just because you have that knowledge and know the skill set.   Tiff (20:39) Yeah.   Yeah. And building, I think to your point, building ⁓ systems and protocols and settings things into stone thereafter the CE, right? Like there's so much groundwork that's being laid, whether they leave or not. They're doing so much for the future people who are coming in and potentially even referring other employees to your practice, not just patients as well.   The Dental A Team (21:01) Yeah.   Yeah. I'd say, you know, last year, at the end of last year, I had one of my clients that was looking to go to an Invisalign course and she literally was worried about bringing the whole team and stuff. But afterward, she was ready to book another one. And literally at that meeting, you know, we talked about it. Set your goals. And they literally ⁓ set their Invisalign goals and got to Pearl level like within less than a year.   Tiff (21:29) Yeah.   wow.   The Dental A Team (21:42) And so it really did number one, bomb them and the team got rallied and excited and it affected, you know, how they were treating patients and team. So they all benefited.   Tiff (21:54) Yeah. That's awesome.   That's amazing. I love that. I love that. So I think this one kind of I this was more of a conversation and I loved it. And I knew it would be because it was a it's a controversial subject and there's so many different angles to take on it. So thank you for having that with me. I would say C E is important. It's summertime, so it's time to   Make sure you've got your CE this year. If you need it for your license, by the way, start looking if you don't have that yet. And secondary to that, Kristy, I totally agree. It's time to start thinking about next year. So 2026 right now, so whatever year you're listening to this, it doesn't matter. ⁓ next year is still next year. So right now, start thinking about 2027 and budget it. I think Kristy, you're 100% right. Inventory your practice. What are what are things you're referring out that you could keep in that you would want to keep in? I talked to a dentist yesterday that does not want to do root canals.   Don't do them if you don't want to do them. Like you only do the things you want to. So then look for the courses, price it out, price out the whole thing. If you're leaving, price it out. If you're bringing someone in, price it out. Like whatever that is, what is the production you're gonna lose both ways? If you're leaving the office or if somebody's coming in, what's the production loss? ⁓ price it out and then prep for it. So start budgeting that every single month and moving that money. I have a lot of doctors who will prepay for CE at the end of the year.   to get rid of some of that cash so that they're not paying taxes on that chunk of cash. And that's a really easy way to do it. I know we do try to do end of year spending. What better time of year to start prepping for that than mid year? Yeah.   The Dental A Team (23:29) Absolutely.   Couldn't agree with you more, Tiff.   Tiff (23:32) Awesome. Okay, well guys, that's a wrap on our CE chat for today. I hope that you find something really, really fun. Leave us a review below. Let us know what you decided to do and if there are any courses that you guys suggest for other practices. We are all about sharing best practices and sharing just a wealth of knowledge from wherever we can gather it. So leave that in the comments as well or reach out to us. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com.   And we will be more than happy to take your suggestions and also help you budget if you need help budgeting. So that's a wrap. Kristy, thank you so much. I know this was a slam dunk of a scheduling opportunity here. So I appreciate you being here today with me, and I appreciate you always making podcasting so easy. Yeah, awesome guys. And I hope you go have a wonderful summer, and we'll catch you next time.   The Dental A Team (24:14) Thank you.  

Are you planning your Hawaii trip length based on what sounds good instead of what actually works?For Hawaii travelers, the number of days you choose can affect everything from island hopping to jet lag, airport time, and how relaxed your trip actually feels.

From the publisher: "On July 12th, 1776, Captain James Cook, already lionized as the greatest explorer in British history, set off on his third voyage in his ship the HMS Resolution. Two-and-a-half years later, on a beach on the island of Hawaii, Cook was killed in a conflict with native Hawaiians. How did Cook, who was unique among captains for his respect for Indigenous peoples and cultures, come to that fatal moment?Hampton Sides' bravura account of Cook's last journey both wrestles with Cook's legacy and provides a thrilling narrative of the titanic efforts and continual danger that characterized exploration in the 1700s. Cook was renowned for his peerless seamanship, his humane leadership, and his dedication to science. On previous expeditions, Cook mapped huge swaths of the Pacific, including the east coast of Australia, and initiated first European contact with numerous peoples. He treated his crew well and endeavored to learn about the societies he encountered with curiosity and without judgment.Yet something was different on this last voyage. Cook became mercurial, resorting to the lash to enforce discipline, and led his two vessels into danger time and again. Uncharacteristically, he ordered violent retaliation for perceived theft on the part of native peoples. This may have had something to do with his secret orders, which were to chart and claim lands before Britain's imperial rivals could, and to discover the fabled Northwest Passage. Whatever Cook's intentions, his scientific efforts were the sharp edge of the colonial sword, and the ultimate effects of first contact were catastrophic for Indigenous people around the world. The tensions between Cook's overt and covert missions came to a head on the shores of Hawaii. His first landing there was harmonious, but when Cook returned after mapping the coast of the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, his exploitative treatment of the Hawaiians led to the fatal encounter.At once a ferociously-paced story of adventure on the high seas and a searching examination of the complexities and consequences of the Age of Exploration, THE WIDE WIDE SEA is a major work from one of our finest narrative nonfiction writers."Hampton Sides' website can be found at https://hamptonsides.com/AxelbankHistory.com is designed by https://www.ellieclairedesigns.com/Axelbank Reports History and Today" can be found on social media at https://twitter.com/axelbankhistoryhttps://instagram.com/axelbankhistoryhttps://facebook.com/axelbankhistory

Did Marshall Alberga date the same woman as Kelly Slater? In this episode of the Pinch My Salt Podcast, professional surfer Sterling Spencer and Cousin Ryan sit down with Florida surf legend Marshall Alberga for one of our wildest surf conversations yet. Marshall tells the story of beating 11-time world champion Kelly Slater in a man-on-man surf contest at Cocoa Beach, the awkward handshake that followed, and why things between Marshall and Kelly may have remained weird for nearly 20 years.The crew also talks about Kelly Slater's competitive mindset, East Coast surfing, Florida surf culture, the Sean Slater Invitational, Cocoa Beach surf contests, and what it was like growing up inside the professional surf industry. Then the conversation moves to Hawaii's North Shore, Pipeline, Jamie O'Brien, surf houses, pro surfer groupies, wild North Shore parties, accidental drug deals, getting shot with a pellet gun, and the unwritten rules of surviving Hawaii as a young surfer.Before the podcast, Sterling, Ryan, and Marshall take a spontaneous Florida surf trip to chase a powerful East Coast swell. They battle nonstop current, short-period waves, sunburn, exhaustion, long beach walks, and the reality of trying to surf when you are no longer 18 years old.Marshall also opens up about his history with Sterling Spencer and how their friendship helped Sterling recover after his traumatic brain injury. During Sterling's recovery in Hawaii, Marshall helped him paddle out, surf again, regain his strength, and rediscover why surfing was supposed to be fun. Their friendship eventually helped inspire the comedy videos and surf content that led to the creation of Pinch My Salt.This episode dives into the rise and fall of the early-2000s surf industry, surf sponsorships, Billabong, Lost Surfboards, No Fear, NSSA contests, East Coast Surfing Magazine, magazine surfers, professional surfing contracts, trust-fund surfers, social media surfing, YouTube surf careers, Nathan Florence, Jamie O'Brien, and why so many retired professional surfers eventually become real estate agents.The guys discuss the pressure young surfers faced when brands promised they could become the next Kelly Slater. Surf companies sponsored hundreds of kids, placed stickers on their boards, dangled the dream of becoming a professional surfer, and often moved on when the next younger athlete arrived. Marshall explains why so many talented surfers struggled after their professional careers ended and why he believes kids should learn to love surfing before worrying about sponsors, contests, money, fame, or becoming a surf legend.They also break down the difference between surfing on the East Coast, the Gulf Coast, California, and Hawaii. Is Florida too comfortable for professional surfers? Do fishing, Southern food, small-wave contests, local fame, and comfortable hometowns stop East Coast surfers from chasing their full potential? Why does Hawaii create such a different level of commitment, fear, discipline, and work ethic?From Kelly Slater rivalry stories and Jamie O'Brien's Pipeline house to surf industry politics, Hawaiian culture, accidental crime, old-school surf sponsorships, surf contest psychology, brain injury recovery, friendship, family, healing, and rediscovering the aloha spirit, this episode covers every side of surfing.Featuring:Kelly SlaterMarshall AlbergaSterling SpencerCousin RyanJamie O'BrienNathan FlorenceCJ HobgoodDamien HobgoodShay LopezMakua RothmanAndy IronsSunny GarciaPete MendiaOliver KurtzEvan GeiselmanFreddy PatacchiaDerek HoNorth Shore surfingPipeline surfingCocoa Beach surfingFlorida surf cultureEast Coast surfingProfessional surfingSurf industry storiesSurf podcast comedyLet us know in the comments: Do you believe Marshall and Kelly Slater are really Eskimo brothers? Was beating Kelly Slater the greatest moment of Marshall's competitive surfing career? And which professional surfer story should we investigate next?Show Marshall some love in the comments, subscribe to Pinch My Salt, tickle the like button, and help us reach 100,000 subscribers.You know the rules.#KellySlater #Surfing #JamieOBrien #Pipeline #NorthShore #SurfPodcast #PinchMySalt

Dreaming of Hawaii but not sure about choosing the right Hawaiian island to visit? In this episode we break down all you need to know to help you choose the island destination that best matches your travel style. Whether you're planning your first trip to Hawaii, returning for another island adventure, traveling as a family, seeking a romantic escape, or simply looking for the perfect balance of relaxation and exploration, we'll help you narrow down the options and find your ideal Hawaiian paradise. From the vibrant energy, iconic beaches, and cultural experiences of Oahu to the luxury resorts, world-class dining, and laid-back elegance of Maui, we dive into what you can expect to help make choosing the right Hawaiian island easy. Looking for dramatic landscapes and unforgettable natural beauty? Kauai's lush mountains, waterfalls, and scenic coastlines may be exactly what you're searching for. For travelers craving adventure, the Big Island offers everything from snorkeling with manta rays and black sand beaches to volcanoes, lava fields, and some of Hawaii's most diverse outdoor experiences. Along the way, we share our favorite areas to stay on each island, hotel recommendations for different travel styles and budgets, and practical tips to help you get the most from your Hawaiian vacation. If Hawaii is on your travel list for 2026 and beyond, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Be sure to check out our companion blog, where we dive even deeper into where to stay in Hawaii, the best resorts by island, and how to choose the perfect Hawaiian getaway based on the experience you're seeking. For more inspiration, be sure to check out our Destinations and Hawaii pages. Happy traveling!

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Kaileia Duriano, an Indigenous Hawaiian trained in cultural practices as well as academic marine biology, discusses both Indigenous and academic practices and how to maintain Hawaii's natural beauty and abundance.

In this heartfelt episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes two very special guests whose books invite families into powerful conversations about love, loss, culture, and courage. First, Jed chats with Bianca Pierce, debut picture book author of On the Ranch with Cowboy Luke. Inspired by her brother Luke, a real Montana cowboy who passed away unexpectedly in 2025, Bianca created the book as a tangible way for his daughters – and young readers everywhere – to know who he was and what ranch life is really like. She describes long, frosty winters, calving season, training horses, fixing fences, and the grit it takes to work the land year-round. Bianca shares how the project became a healing journey for her family, how closely she worked with her illustrator to capture Luke accurately (down to his real outfits and tack), and how kids love the interactive seek-and-find page that sends them back through the story spotting hidden animals. Then Jed reconnects with Malia Maunakea to celebrate her new middle-grade novel The Shark Prince. Drawing from the Hawaiian legend of Nanaue, Malia follows 13-year-old Noheyah as he wrestles with a terrifying family curse, big emotions, bullying, and questions about what it really means to be "a man." Malia talks about honoring Hawaiian culture, researching legends deeply, and using fantasy to help kids explore generational trauma, identity, and healthy ways to cope with anger and fear. She also reflects on how writing these stories has changed her and sparked rich discussions with kids both in Hawaii and on the mainland.

Recorded on May 16, 2026 at Boundless Mind Temple in Brooklyn, NY. Please enjoy this dharma talk by BZC teacher Sarah Dōjin Emerson. Sarah explores the teachings of Zen master and author Norma Wong about the wisdom of community and collective leading; and the teachings of Paula Arai on ceremonies of healing. Sarah's talk includes Norma Wong Roshi's chanting practice of calling in aloha through collective chanting, and shares Wong Roshi's connection between the indigenous Hawaiian meaning of aloha, and her Zen teacher's understanding of aloha as compassion manifested. Sarah reads briefly from Norma Wong's latest book, Who We Are Becoming Matters. Sarah also mentioned the podcast episode "Reverence for Death," with Prentis Hemphill and Alua Arthur, from the Becoming the People podcast. https://becomingthepeople.buzzsprout.com/1108100/episodes/19167987-reverence-for-death-with-alua-arthur Some information about the authors mentioned: Norma Wong (Norma Ryūkō Kawelokū Wong Roshi) is an 86th generation Zen master and a Native Hawaiian and Hakka Chinese life-long resident of Hawai'i. She is the author of the books Who We Are Becoming Matters: The Courage, Wisdom, and Aloha We Need in a Timeplace of Collapse (2026), and When No Thing Works: A Zen and Indigenous Perspective on Resilience, Shared Purpose, and Leadership in the Timeplace of Collapse (2024). https://www.normawong.com/ Dr. Paula Arai is a Sōtō Zen practitioner, Chair of Women and Buddhist Studies at the Institute of Buddhist Studies at UC Berkeley, and faculty at the Institute of Buddhist Studies. Her focus of study is the practices of Japanese Sōtō Zen laywomen. Her latest book is The Little Book of Zen Healing: Japanese Rituals for Beauty, Harmony, and Love (2023). https://www.zenhealing.org/

The Car Mom Auto Show is just 10 days away! The ladies are in full prep mode getting everything ready for the big weekend. There will be SO much to see and do at the show and it's not too late to get your tickets. CLICK HERE to get yours!  It's been a whirlwind week for Kelly. It all started in Washington D.C. to visit the IIHS headquarters and witness a crash test in real life. She learned so much and had some great conversations with Mazda. Did you know they are the safest cars on the market? Then it was off to brother Craig's engagement party. It was derby themed and the entire family showed up. Let's just say Kris knows how to throw a party!  Updates on the podcast for the summer are here, and it's a good news/bad news situation. The bad news? They'll go down to one episode a week. The good news? Side Hustle Summer is BACK! If you've got a side hustle feel free to reach out to Kelly or Lizz. But the biggest podcast update: Has Kelly finished the book she was supposed to read for the podcast book club? The answer will probably not surprise you...  Kelly's lack of reading could be because she is fully immersing herself in summer with the family. It might not feel like summer yet, but she's not delaying the summer joy. She bought the watermelon. They started the tie-dyeing. Summer starts NOW! She reveals her family's daily summer schedule on today's podcast. Plus, an easy summer dinner in Ditch the Drive Thru reminds you to unleash the power of the Hawaiian roll sliders. 

Is the World Surf League actually for sale… and if so, who in the world is buying it?On this episode of Pinch My Salt, Sterling Spencer and Cousin Ryan dive into the possible sale of the WSL, the future of professional surfing, and whether competitive surfing lost its core audience when the ASP became the World Surf League. Could ESPN buy the WSL? Could wave pools, YouTube surf content, or a UFC-style reality show save pro surfing? Or is the surf contest world too niche, too expensive, and too disconnected from real surf culture?We talk WSL business rumors, surf industry drama, why nobody watches contests live anymore, Kelly Slater, Jack Johnson, Tom Curren dream trips, core lords, surf skating, Hawaiian surf culture, surf addiction, and why surfing might be the most magical and destructive sport on earth.If you love surfing, surf comedy, surf podcasts, WSL drama, pro surfing history, wave pools, surf culture debates, and two Florida surf cousins trying to figure out who ruined the tour… this episode is for you.Drop a comment: Who should buy the WSL?#WorldSurfLeague #WSL #Surfing #SurfPodcast #PinchMySalt #ProSurfing #SurfCulture #KellySlater #SurfComedy #WavePools #ASP #ESPN #SurfIndustry #SurfContest #CoreSurfing #SurfDrama #SurfNews #SterlingSpencer #CousinRyan #SurfYouTube

Send us Fan MailRyan Ching is a Hawaii-based entrepreneur, chef, and social media storyteller who co-founded Ry's Poke Shack on the North Shore of Oahu in 2021 alongside his wife, Khannie. Originally trained as an architect with a doctorate in architecture from the University of Hawaii, he pivoted to the food industry during the pandemic. His restaurant utilizes a customized, made-to-order preparation method inspired by his grandfather's traditional techniques. This approach earned the establishment a spot on Yelp's Top 100 Local Businesses in the United States and a featured segment on Netflix's Street Food: USA series. The business has since expanded outside of Hawaii, opening Southern California locations in Huntington Beach and Pasadena.This episode covers Ryan's career transition from architectural design to restaurant ownership and the daily operational philosophy behind his fresh poke service. The conversation details the growth of Ry's Poke Shack from a single local setup into a multi-state brand, focusing heavily on its expansion into the San Gabriel Valley marketplace. Key topics include leveraging social media platforms to build brand equity, managing supply chains across different regions, and maintaining quality standards while scaling a family business model.For San Gabriel Valley viewers, this episode provides a behind-the-scenes look at a business that recently established a local footprint in Pasadena. Ryan's established audience will gain insight into the business logistics and personal motivation driving the brand's growth beyond the shores of Oahu. Additionally, individuals searching for information on restaurant expansion strategies, culinary entrepreneurship, or authentic Hawaiian food culture will find clear, practical examples of how a modern brand scales without losing its traditional foundations.Subscribe to the MySGV Podcast to stay updated on the stories, leaders, and businesses moving into the San Gabriel Valley. If you found this conversation insightful, please share the episode with a friend, neighbor, or fellow food enthusiast.You can watch this Yelp Top 100 News Feature to see the broadcast coverage of Ryan's restaurant earning its national business ranking._______________Music CreditsIntroEuphoria in the San Gabriel Valley, Yone OGStingerScarlet Fire (Sting), Otis McDonald, YouTube Audio LibraryOutroEuphoria in the San Gabriel Valley, Yone OG__________________My SGV Podcast:Website: www.mysgv.netNewsletter: Beyond the MicPatreon: MySGV Podcastinfo@sgvmasterkey.com

Hello Attackers! In honor of the horrifying season that is summer on this episode we will transport you to the islands and discuss terrifying creatures that lurk in the depths.As always tell your friends and all that fun stuff.Sorry for being late on this episode life has been a beech this week.

In this special edition episode of Eyeluminaries, Jim Mazzo is live from Hawaiian Eye 2026 with special guest Cathleen McCabe, MD, host of Healio's Mend the Gap. They discuss what shaped their careers and how to be good mentors. ·        Cathleen McCabe, MD  01:17 ·        An important career shift. 01:48 ·        "Grab every minute you can." 11:01 ·        Mentors and mentees. 13:55 Be sure to listen to the second of this conversation on Mend the Gap. Cathleen McCabe, MD, is chief medical officer of Eye Health America and medical director of The Eye Associates in Sarasota, Florida. We'd love to hear from you! Send your comments/questions to eyeluminaries@healio.com. Follow John A. Hovanesian, MD, FACS @DrHovanesian on Instagram and X and John Hovanesian on LinkedIn. For more from Cathleen McCabe, MD, follow her @CathyEye on Instagram and on X.

What happens when a fine artist's eyes begin to change — and how does it show up on the canvas? In this episode, Dr. April Jasper travels to the stunning Big Island of Kona, Hawaii, to sit down with fine artist, illustrator, and writer Mark Martel. Known for his breathtaking Hawaiian landscapes, wildlife paintings, and the beloved series “If the Masters Painted Hawai'i,” Mark brings a unique perspective to the intersection of vision and creative expression.Together, Dr. Jasper and Mark explore a commissioned painting, unpack the visual shifts that emerge in an artist's work as ocular health changes over time, and reflect on what it truly means to see — and to create — when vision is no longer taken for granted. From the science of how the eye processes color, contrast, and detail, to the deeply human experience of an artist adapting to change, this conversation is a beautiful reminder of why vision matters in ways that go far beyond the exam room.Whether you're a clinician, a patient, an art lover, or simply someone who has ever paused to appreciate the world around you, this episode will leave you looking at both art and eyecare through a whole new lens.

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Join us as Keala Kendall, author of the compelling gothic novel That Which Feeds Us, takes us through her creative process, the importance of representation in storytelling, and how horror can serve as a mirror to society's fears and unresolved histories. This conversation uncovers the layers behind her work, blending culture, history, and genre to provoke thought and evoke emotion. Main topics covered: Kendall's artistic process and how the novel evolved from initial inspiration The significance of Hawaiian history, colonialism, and land in her storytelling How research and world-building influenced the succinct yet powerful narrative The role of horror in exploring societal fears and marginalized voices The creative benefits of genre fiction, especially horror, in addressing difficult truths Personal journey: reading influences, media inspiration, and her experiences as a Pacific Islander author The novel's reception, including selection by Reese Witherspoon's Book Club, and its impact on conversations about Hawaii The importance of representation and amplification of Pacific Islander stories in publishing How fiction can be a tool for education and social change Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to the novel That Which Feeds Us 00:30 - The inspiration and artistic process behind the book 01:25 - Use of horror to tell stories rooted in colonial history 02:16 - Hawaii as a gothic setting and its historical echoes 03:00 - How the novel balances brevity with depth and world-building 06:13 - Introducing the protagonist, Lihua, and her connection to Hawaii 07:03 - The significance of the book's title and themes of reciprocal land relationships 07:53 - The impact of the Reese Witherspoon Book Club selection 08:28 - What readers might discuss after reading the book 10:05 - Amplifying Pacific Islander voices and stories in publishing 11:17 - The concept of ghosts and history as a collective haunting 12:49 - Confronting Hawaii's dark history and media portrayals 13:17 - The influence of reading and media on her writing, including White Lotus and horror films 14:05 - Early ideas for the novel and Hawaiian cultural motifs in her stories 15:36 - How horror makes space for taboo topics and societal critique 16:24 - Early stories about sisters and the significance of land in Hawaiian culture 17:22 - Her transition from Massachusetts inspiration to homeland storytelling 18:07 - Influences from film and media, including Moana and Hollywood's depiction of Hawaii 19:02 - The intersection of media representations and authentic cultural narratives 20:58 - The pandemic's role in shaping her perspective on Hawaii's infrastructure 22:12 - Why horror's capacity for boundary-pushing makes it vital today 23:58 - The societal fears reflected in horror, from Godzilla to Get Out and Us 25:26 - The power of horror in sparking conversations and societal reflection 26:20 - Closing remarks and thoughts on the book's impact and importance Keala Kendall is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of How Far I'll Go and Nobody Gets Left Behind in Disney's A Twisted Tales series. Hapa Native Hawaiian, she is a co-founder of Pacific Islanders Publishing and a past organizer of the charity Books for Maui.

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Dewey Gaedcke was in Hawaii as a last-minute concierge favour when a friend told him about a volcano worth seeing at night. Five days later, he was rescued by a teenager in a tourist helicopter. The park service had already told his family he was probably dead.Dewey Gaedcke is known for surviving one of the most extraordinary ordeals in recent memory — five days lost on a remote lava field in Hawaii without water, proper footwear, or any idea where he was.The small decisions that compounded into a survival situation — an hour-and-a-half hike, a pair of jogging shoes, and no waterWhat it actually feels like to be lost with no landmarks, no path, and no signalHow he kept himself alive in conditions that should have killed himThe footage he recorded for his daughters in case he didn't make itHow a teenager in a tourist helicopter found him after the park service had already told his family to prepare for the worstConnect with Dewey here:FacebookFind us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sierra McDaniel is the resources management program manager at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, having worked at the park for 25 years. She first came to Hawaiʻi as a biology undergraduate and then entered the University of Hawaiʻi at Hiloʻs Tropical Conservation Biology and Environmental Science masters program. She speaks to the challenges of working to conserve ecosystems, endangered species, and cultural values across the 354,461 acres, a place that hosts over 1.5 million visitors annually. We get into the challenges of changing ecosystems in response to fire on the landscape, the value of grounding the biological conservation work in Hawaiian lifeways and what it means to be in a place where volcanic eruptions are a constant presence.

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #670 is another dynamic session of visionary acoustic improvised music played by The Gaea Star Band featuring Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, double flute, baritone and soprano ukulele, mandolin, acoustic guitar and nylon string guitar, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas, Native drum and djembe. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in the middle of May 2026, today's show begins with the beautiful summer celebration “Down By The River”, a relaxed stream-of-consciousness tone poem with a peaceful reverie of a vocal by Mariam and “Take Me Down Inside My Soul” is a quiet, reverent song outlined by Mariam's whispering acoustic guitar and deeply felt vocal, Craig's throbbing Native drum and gospel piano from Bob. The band performs an energized, evocative take of Mariam's “Vision Quest” from the eponymous 2016 LP that features Mariam's dancing marimba braided into a tapestry of grooving congas and minimalist piano. “There's A Fire Between The Realms Of Light” is a mysterious, swirling folk song led by Mariam's chiming mandolin and powerful, pagan forest lyric, a rich, epic piece that dances through three separate movements from major to minor like the passage of a summer day into dusk. The band presents a beautiful, emotional reading of Mariam's “Sail On” from her “Vision Quest” LP that Mariam leads with her nylon string guitar “Leonardo” and the ensemble next takes on Mariam's “All Life Unfolds”, re-imagined as a minor theme which yields a very different song indeed, from Craig's heartbeat Native drum to Bob's completely upended minor interpretations to Mariam's ad libbed poetry. “Aloha Hey” is a beautiful, bright Hawaiian tune by Mariam appropriately decorated with her delicate soprano ukulele and reggae-based accompaniment from the ensemble and we conclude today's session with “Let's Hold Steady”, a deeply felt song with a lovely vocal from Mariam and a bittersweet, evocative musical stage from the ensemble. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

This week on News Now, host Taylor Inman dives into some of the best feature stories coming out of Northwest Montana - and this episode has everything from reality TV to community pride to a kid businessman who's already shipping products nationwide.Kalispell pitmaster Stephen Kina of 406 BBQ is competing on the Food Network's brand-new series Chopped Castaways - an eight-episode island survival cooking competition with a $100,000 grand prize. Kina shares how his military background, Hawaiian roots, and love of fire cooking carried him into one of the most challenging experiences of his life, and why he's proud to represent both Montana and Hawaii on the national stage.Then, we take a look inside Two Eagle River School's 24th Annual Art Slam, a vibrant celebration of Indigenous student creativity featuring original paintings, beadwork, poetry, song, and unforgettable performances from the heart of Lake County.Meet retired Kalispell firefighter Alan "Gus" Gustafson - the self-appointed keeper of the Kalispell Fire Department's history. Now 80 years old and more than two decades into retirement, Gus is still on the hunt for lost artifacts, driving a 1925 American LaFrance fire engine, and training the next generation of historians to carry on the legacy.And finally, Duke Rauscher, a Kalispell Middle School student, just won a statewide entrepreneurship award for Rapid Fire Montana - his eco-friendly fire starter business he launched at age 9 and is already shipping across the country.Northwest Montana deserves strong news reporting. Your donation helps continue work like this possible. Learn more at dailyinterlake.com/support A big thank you to our headline sponsor for the News Now podcast, Loren's Auto Repair! They combine skill with integrity resulting in auto service & repair of the highest caliber. Discover them in Ashley Square Mall at 1309 Hwy 2 West in Kalispell Montana, or learn more at lorensauto.com.Visit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journalism and please consider subscribing to us. Watch this podcast and more on our YouTube Channel. And follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X. Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us! Subscribe to all our other DIL pods! Keep up with northwest Montana sports on Keeping Score, dig into stories with Deep Dive, and jam out to local musicians with Press Play.

Gerhardt and Arielle Konig went hiking on a treacherous Hawaiian trail. At the top, Gerhardt suddenly tried to push his wife off the cliff, then inject her with a mystery substance, and finally smash her head in with a rock. Why? Send your scary stories to: mikeohhello@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatchapterpodcast Business enquires : thatchapter@night.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bart Marek and Crystal Vann praised for honest real estate advice and saving buyers money Dan says Bart helped stop his mom's house from being underpriced Alex bought her first Winter Park condo with help from Crystal and Streamline Mortgage Solutions Money saved on the condo deal went toward new flooring from Core Flooring Debate about honest realtors versus "smoke blowing" sales tactics Bart Marek team plug and mention of barttherealtor.com Brendan O'Connor from Orlando Shine joins the Friday Free Show Trooper Steve comparisons lead to Superman and Bizarro Superman jokes Tom & Dan launch the "20 Pack" terrestrial radio commercial deal on TomandDan.com Businesses can buy 20 radio commercials for $500 with production included Debate over renaming the package the "24 Pack" with bonus ads Tom admits he never asked the radio station for permission before launching the package Running joke about "never ask permission, just do it" Dan talks about turning 50 and having no major birthday plans Discussion about Dan's health improvements, workouts, and weight loss Orlando Science Center's new Dome theater opens June 1 Ideas pitched for live riffing events and immersive movie nights inside the Dome Praise for Orlando Science Center's automated snack and concession setup Debate over automation replacing movie theater jobs Brendan attended a VHS screening of The Warriors at Enzian Theater Viral Florida traffic stop involving a woman with an underdeveloped hand accused of using a cellphone Hosts debate whether she could physically grip the phone Discussion about bodycam footage, lawsuits, and internet outrage Tom builds detective theories about the woman's "nubbin" secretly holding the phone Debate about disabled people adapting and becoming highly capable Suggestion that cops should use smart glasses to prove distracted driving Blue Origin rocket explosion seen across Cocoa Beach and Satellite Beach Orlando Shine shared footage showing visible shockwaves from the blast Discussion about how huge the explosion looked and why little cellphone footage exists Brendan teases upcoming Orlando Shine coverage of Fringe Festival and Spooky Empire Jeff's Bagel Run and Jeremiah's Italian Ice launch "Ice Cream Summer" Maisie swaps Oreo filling with Scoop Froggy Frog cream cheese Debate about fiddlehead ferns, cooking toxins out of wild foods, and foraging Skart from the Supervillains shares gardening tips and soil hacks Tom and his sons go crabbing and fishing in Marco Island Tom gets stabbed by a catfish barb and cannot remove the smell from his hands Crystal's grandmother still plays Hawaiian lap steel guitar at 97 Memorial Day ceremony at a senior living facility sparks awkward Olympic medal confusion Discussion about aging, hearing loss, and family longevity Maisie praised for her dance technique and fierce performance style Rock 'n' Roller Coaster officially being rethemed to The Muppets Debate over whether the new soundtrack can match Aerosmith energy Surfshark VPN ad read about bypassing MLB blackout restrictions Dan talks about growing and straightening his beard Concrete Mike wrangles a live alligator into a recycling bin Discussion about Florida-man gator videos and influencer Clavicular's legal trouble Brendan and Tom joke about the name Jack Sock during pickleball talk Discussion about teenage smoking, Playboy magazines, and weird childhood memories Brendan roasts Tom's frosted glass bedroom door setup Debate about kids knowing their parents are having sex Dan recalls discovering edible underwear and gag gifts in his dad's drawer Maisie helps plan Dan's laid-back Florida coastal 50th birthday trip Brendan plugs Orlando Shine and local investigative reporting Discussion about conversion therapy groups and anti-gay hypocrisy Bearcat THC seltzers become a new sponsor with promo code BDM420 St. Cloud partnership announced for upcoming July events Orlando Science Center memberships now include the new Dome experience Science Night Live promotes tabletop games, improv games, and penguin rescue games ### Social Media https://tomanddan.com https://x.com/tomanddanlive https://facebook.com/amediocretime https://instagram.com/tomanddanlive Where to Find the Show Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-mediocre-time/id334142682 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FtZWRpb2NyZXRpbWUvcG9kY2FzdC54bWw Tom & Dan on Real Radio 104.1 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time/id975258990 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2Fjb3Jwb3JhdGV0aW1lL3BvZGNhc3QueG1s Exclusive Content https://tomanddan.com/registration Merch https://tomanddan.myshopify.com/

Hawaiian police are asking for help tracking down a 36-year-old man they say is armed and extremely dangerous. Police say Jacob Daniel Baker murdered 3 elderly men over a 2 day killing spree in the Puna area of the Big Island. In recent days, at least two residents of the area requested restraining orders against Baker after they say he directly threatened their lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaiian police are asking for help tracking down a 36-year-old man they say is armed and extremely dangerous. Police say Jacob Daniel Baker murdered 3 elderly men over a 2 day killing spree in the Puna area of the Big Island. In recent days, at least two residents of the area requested restraining orders against Baker after they say he directly threatened their lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaiian police are asking for help tracking down a 36-year-old man they say is armed and extremely dangerous. Police say Jacob Daniel Baker murdered 3 elderly men over a 2 day killing spree in the Puna area of the Big Island. In recent days, at least two residents of the area requested restraining orders against Baker after they say he directly threatened their lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey Cadiz is a community leader from the island of O'ahu. He is a North Shore lifeguard, big-wave surfer, former University of Hawaiʻi football player, kalo farmer, and the founder of Lau Lau Solutions — a nonprofit taro farm rooted in sustainability, Hawaiian values, and feeding the community. Most recently when the devastating floods hit Waialua on the North Shore of O'ahu, he was one of the people on the ground helping his community navigate the damage and rebuild. In this episode we talk story about growing up playing sports, his love for the ocean, going to UH Mānoa, how he became a lifeguard, big wave surfing, starting Lau Lau Solutions, the recent Kona Low floods, his family, surfing in the Eddie, and so much more. Enjoy!New episodes every Thursday morning available everywhere you get your podcast

Send us Fan MailT-Mobile Arena is celebrating a decade on the Las Vegas Strip! We pull back the curtain to see what it takes to make this massive venue run smoothly, look back at its incredible 10-year history, and reveal some jaw-dropping stats (hint: it involves nearly a million hot dogs).With our big Hawaii launch on KITV just around the corner, we realized we'd never tried a malasada! We head over to South Buffalo to visit Pipeline Malasadas—a local Hawaiian bakery celebrating its one-year anniversary and already expanding to a second location on the southeast side. Find out what Sean thought of their famous Li Hing salted plum flavor.Plus, summer in Vegas is about to get even brighter. We have details on the return of the Plaza's Friday Night Fireworks and the massive new lineup additions for Fremont Street's Downtown Rocks Free Concert Series.To wrap things up, we've got your ultimate entertainment roundup:Tickets are officially on sale for The Evel Knievel Experience, opening this June in the Arts District.Residency updates and tour announcements from Carlos Santana, Matt Rife, and Roger Daltrey.A first look at Gene Simmons' Legends of Rock Expo coming to the Westgate this fall.VegasNearMe App If it's fun to do or see, it's on VegasNearMe. The only app you'll need to navigate Las Vegas. It's FREE! VegasNearMe AppIf it's fun to do or see, it's on VegasNearMe. The only app you'll need to navigate Las Vegas. Support the showFollow us on Instagram: @vegas.revealedFollow us on Twitter: @vegasrevealedFollow us on TikTok: @vegas.revealedWebsite: Vegas-Revealed.com

Hawaiian police are asking for help tracking down a 36-year-old man they say is armed and extremely dangerous. Police say Jacob Daniel Baker murdered 3 elderly men over a 2 day killing spree in the Puna area of the Big Island. In recent days, at least two residents of the area requested restraining orders against Baker after they say he directly threatened their lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#230 - Ten Ironman distances in ten days sounds like a headline, but JD Tremblay treats it like a case study. JD is a military veteran, ultra-endurance athlete, and founder of Hungry Warrior Academy, and he joins me to explain how he became one of the rare finishers of the Epic Deca across the Hawaiian islands and why the real secret is not heroic motivation. It is structure, repeatable systems, and the decision to follow them when your mind is loud and your body is tired.We get into the myth that the military “gives” discipline, and JD's sharper take: the military gives structure, and you choose whether you live inside it. From there, we talk about building high performance without burning out, including energy regulation, nervous system shifts from sympathetic fight-or-flight to parasympathetic recovery, and why rest is not a reward but part of the plan. JD also shares his lens on starting versus quitting, the difference between DNS and DNF, and how a simple non-negotiable can become the first brick in a better life.JD opens up about faith, identity, and community, including the moment his son reshapes how he thinks about who he is beyond titles and achievements. He also tells the rawer side of the Epic Deca journey: going into debt, selling his house to fund the race, and hitting a breaking point that forces humility. We even had to pause mid-interview due to an electrical outage, which ends up fitting the theme perfectly: adjust, come back, keep going.If you want practical mindset tools, endurance training lessons, and a clearer definition of discipline you can apply to work, fitness, or family, hit play, then subscribe, share this with someone who needs encouragement, and leave a review so more people can find the show.To learn more about JD and his work with Hungry Warrior Academy please visit www.hungrywarrioracademy.com. You can also follow along with JD on Instagram @jdtremblaytri and to learn more about his book, Hunger For More In Life, you can visit www.hunger4more.com.To learn more about me and see clips from past, present, and future shows give me a follow on Instagram @humanadventurepod.Want to be a guest on The Human Adventure? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/journeywithjakeXploreum connects you with authentic wilderness expeditions led by trusted local experts. Browse real adventures, book directly with experienced guides, and get $200 off your first trip using code HumanAdventure2026 at xploreum.io/humanadventure. 

It's Wednesday, May 27th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Canadian group penalized for targeting Christians LifeSiteNews reports that an activist group in Canada recently lost its government funding after being exposed for targeting Christians. The Canadian Anti-Hate Network gets hundreds of thousands of dollars in taxpayer funding each year. Conservative lawmakers have called out the group for its hostility to Christians and pro-lifers.  Campaign Life Coalition posted on X, “The Canadian Anti-Hate Network is reportedly out of Canadian Heritage funding. This is welcome news. For years, Canadians have been forced to subsidize an activist organization that has helped fuel suspicion and hostility toward Christians, pro-lifers, and other peaceful citizens.” Only 34 percent of Canadians say Bible is authoritative Lifeway Research released its new State of Theology in Canada Study. The survey found 51 percent of Canadians say that religious belief is not about objective truth. Only 34 percent believe the Bible has the authority to tell us what we must do.  A majority of Canadian adults believe God accepts the worship of all religions, that most people are good by nature, and that the Bible is not literally true.  Scott McConnell, executive director of Lifeway Research, noted, “For most Canadians, the Bible's teaching on how to live is only as convincing as the Bible itself. When half openly doubt the Bible, it is not surprising that the majority disagree with the Bible on how it says to live.” Proverbs 29:18 says, “Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint, but blessed is he who keeps the law.” Alaska could expand access to Abortion Kill Pill In the United States, Alaska passed legislation last week that could expand access to the Abortion Kill Pill. House Bill 195 would allow pharmacists to prescribe drugs to individuals, not just administer them.  Pat Martin is the director of Alaska Right to Life. He warned that the measure would “expand Chemical Abortion (Mifepristone) access from Anchorage and Fairbanks Planned Parenthood sites to virtually every city, town, and village that has a hospital, clinic, or pharmacy.” Romans 3:15-18 says, “Their feet are swift to shed blood; in their paths are ruin and misery, and the way of peace they have not known. There is no fear of God before their eyes.” Hawaiian officials in hot water for censoring free speech Officials in Hawaii agreed to pay over $100,000 to settle a free speech lawsuit last week. The Babylon Bee sued the state over its law that censored online political speech. The Christian news satire site won a similar case in California last year with the help of Alliance Defending Freedom. Seth Dillon, the CEO of The Babylon Bee, commented on the recent victory in Hawaii. He said, “This settlement marks yet another victory for the First Amendment and for anyone who values the right to speak freely on political matters without government interference.” Buying power of U.S. workers fell by 3% Pew Research released a report on American wages compared to the rising cost of living. In the past 20 years, wages have outpaced inflation. Based on the Consumer Price Index, the median wage's real buying power grew by 12.1 percent between 1999 and 2025.  However, over the past five years, the buying power of median wages actually fell by over three percent. This aligns with record inflation levels in recent years.  Weekly churchgoers have better mental health And finally, the Wheatley Institute published a report entitled, “The Religion and Mental Health Connection.” The report reviewed thousands of studies linking religion to better mental health by a 10-to 1 ratio. Studies found the rates of suicide, depression, and anxiety were lower among people who attended religious services. This was especially true for people who attended services at least weekly.  The report stated, “It is not nominal affiliation, but committed religious involvement that appears to matter most.” Hebrews 10:23-25 says to Christians, "Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful. And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Wednesday, May 27th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

TL's Road House welcomes Hawaiian artist Maoli for a look into how he's bringing island soul and country music together in a way that's introducing a whole new audience to the genre. The Maui native joins Tracy to talk about growing up in Hawaii surrounded by rodeo culture, hunting, fishing and traditional Hawaiian music, while also being inspired by country legends like George Strait, George Jones and Vince Gill. Maoli shares how he blended reggae and country storytelling to create his signature sound and how he got his start by playing local gigs before building an international fanbase. Listen in for stories from the islands, behind-the-scenes moments from his journey into country music and more on what's ahead as Maoli continues expanding his sound around the world.

Caller Questions & Discussion: JJ discusses ho’oponopono, the ancient Hawaiian practice for reconciliation and forgiveness, especially around someone’s death. The core concepts are humility, recognition of the importance of the relationship, gratitude, and being willing to forgive. My brother's wife spirals out of control every 2 years or so because of mental health issues, and has even wanted to kill him. He says he has to wait until his kids get older to leave, and his teen daughter isn't allowed to be alone with her. What are some strategies to give to my brother? I am one of 18 kids, and my identical twin sister and I were physically abused by our mom. My sister and I push people away and have a reputation of being mean; how do we stop our bad behavior? JJ shares what to expect at the Identity in Christ Webinar; he'll be talking about what God says about you, how to break free from shaming labels, and how to confidently walk in your true identity. As Father's Day approaches, can a man who couldn’t meet his expectation of being a good father actually change? Every Man’s Battle Intensive teaches it is more than changing behavior.

We kick things off with a tourist who was visiting Maui and decided to throw a large rock at an endangered seal and got some quick justice in return. A Chinese spy was discovered in southern California, currently serving as mayor of a large LA suburb. Then two mothers fight over whether or not their kids are bullies, or something like that, and finally we round it out with a micro nation that is being completely run by AI as an experiment, so, hope that makes ya feel better. -_-   Check out Patreon and our other shows!: Patreon.com/truecrimeguys Cryptic Soup w/ Thena & Kylee Strange & Unexplained True Crime Guys YouTube EVERYTHING TRUE CRIME GUYS:   https://linktr.ee/Truecrimeguysproductions True Crime Guys Music: True Crime Guys Music on Spotify OhMyGaia.com Code: Crimepine Patreon.com/truecrimeguys Patreon.com/sandupodcast Merch: truecrimeguys.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Por Osos Vodka Bloody Mary and a Busch Light beer chaser. She reviews her weekend jumping on Bert Kreischer's show at Lake of the Ozarks, hanging out with her nieces and nephew and recovering on the lake all day on Sunday.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   TASTING MENU (2:50): Kathleen samples Lay's Limited Edition World Cup Brazilian-Style Garlic Sauce Chips, Kindling Garlic Parmesan Power Twists, and Ritz Sweet Habanero Toasted Chips.    QUEEN NEWS (7:27): Kathleen shares that Taylor Swift's wedding invitations are being delivered via phone call, and Cher is celebrating her 80th birthday this week.    HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (19:55): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.   SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:40:52): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “dónde puedo comprar café” or “where can I buy coffee” in English.    UPDATES (33:42): Kathleen shares updates on Waymo's recall of almost 4K robotaxis, Alex Murdaugh is granted a retrial, Shakira is acquitted of tax fraud, a record 492 permits have been issued to climb Everest in 2026, a Missouri town fires ½ of its city council over data center deal,    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (47:54): Kathleen recommends watching “Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhapka Sherpa” on Netflix.    HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:01:42): Kathleen reads about the first wild wolf to enter Sequoia National Park in more than 100 years, and a rare black wild cat was spotted in the Andes mountains.    TOURON NEWS (1:04:22): In “moronic tourist” news, Kathleen shares that 2 Americans were arrested after climbing into Punch the Monkey's enclosure in Japan, New Zealand tourists dive headfirst into Rome's Trevi Fountain, and an arrogant tourist throws rocks at a Hawaiian seal.    SPORTS NEWS (1:12:24): Kathleen reports that FIFA has announced its first World Cup Halftime Show, Tiger Woods is seen for the 1st time stepping off his plane after rehab in Zurich, and Aaron Rodgers returns to the Steelers for his 22nd NFL season.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (1:23:46): Kathleen shares articles on Rome showing the movie “Gladiator” this summer at Circus Maximus, a new hyperdata center is planned for Conway AR, KARS 4 KIDS annoying jingle is banned from being broadcast in California due to its assumed fraudulent distribution, Schlitz beer is ending production after 175 years, Ella Langley cruses at the 2026 ACM Awards, and Pizza Hut is returning to its 80's retro vibes.    SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:43:20): Kathleen reads about St. Helier of Jersey, patron saint of the British Channel Islands.    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:38:10 ): Kathleen shares a story about Italy becoming the first country to grant paid emergency leave if your pet is sick.  

The tragic tale of the girl in the bathroom, Bagheera & Barnabus, a Hawaiian knuckle sandwich, the Westall UFO, and more haunting in Bren's apartment. That's right, it's time to Talk Spooky. Our musical guest on this episode is Misha Bower with her latest single, "Surrender." Keep an eye on Misha's Instagram and Bandcamp page for the release of her next track, "Eclipse," coming June 1st. Links:Cimmerian Wares Vulture's Nest BooksLittle Wren BooksDon't forget to check out Liz Johnston's new novel, "The Fall-Down Effect" here or at your local bookstore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Moon Valjean is back from Vegas and somehow managed to visit casinos without gambling, which honestly sounds medically impossible. Instead, he spent his trip hunting down incredible local food, debating the meaning of rice pilaf, and discovering that Vegas off-strip dining prices now require a small business loan. The gang breaks down the bizarre sociology of weekday Vegas flights, why old people apparently own the city Monday through Wednesday, and how airplane emotions hit differently when you're watching a devastating movie at 30,000 feet while trying not to cry next to strangers.The crew get into a full-blown debate about airport etiquette, “Jetway Jesus,” and whether families with babies should board planes first or last. There's also discussion about the horrifying reality of airplane emergency cards, weird travel behavior, and one absolutely insane story involving a man getting onto an airport runway and being sucked into a plane engine. So yeah… maybe don't snack during that segment.The crew also dives into one of the greatest weird-news stories of the year: a guy throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal and immediately discovering that Hawaii does NOT play around. Enter: The Ambassador of Aloha — the unidentified local hero who allegedly beat the guy's ass so thoroughly that the entire community united to protect his identity like he's Batman in flip-flops. Federal charges, local pride, seal justice… this segment has everything.Elsewhere in the episode, the gang discusses Missouri turtle season, roadside turtle rescue etiquette, and why taking home a box turtle is apparently both illegal and a terrible life choice. Lern reveals her strange turtle friendship history, Rafe discusses leprosy armadillos, and somehow Sylvester Stallone's pet turtles from Rocky become part of the conversation because this show has fully abandoned traditional structure.Then comes the flip-flop war.A viral TikTok sparks one of the most passionate debates in recent Rizz Show history after a woman begs men to stop wearing flip-flops entirely. And because the Internet refuses to let humanity evolve peacefully, the crew also uncovers terrifying trends like “ball maxing” and “pheromone maxing” — including teenage boys intentionally refusing to shower in hopes their natural musk will attract women. Spoiler alert: it mostly attracts concern, bacterial buildup, and intervention from family members armed with buckets of water.Chelcie Lynn joins the gang in studio ahead of her sold-out Pageant show, and somehow within minutes the conversation turns into stories about cruise ship scandals, public indecency rumors, and tiny Gene Simmons impersonators allegedly becoming legends of the sea. Honestly? That sentence still undersells how weird this episode gets.Meanwhile, the Crap on Celebrities segment absolutely refuses to behave. The crew covers musicians getting hit with flying objects during concerts, stolen Beyoncé music, celebrity confessions that should've stayed private forever, and Sharon Osbourne allegedly prioritizing dogs over humans during a house fire. Normal morning show stuff.Then things somehow get emotional when Rizz tells the tragic story of Gary the fish — including a homemade strawberry-container coffin, a backyard funeral attempt, and one very unfortunate gust of wind. RIP Gary. You deserved better than becoming airborne.Chelsea Lynn stopped by before her sold-out Loose Lips tour show and immediately exposed the glamorous reality of touring comedy life: nobody's paying $500 for venue water bottles. The gang gets into dressing room riders, expensive catering, why comedians are apparently hauling their own snacks to venues, and how Moon would absolutely exploit tour rider loopholes strictly for fresh tube socks. Which honestly? Respect.Then the show completely derails into one of the greatest games we've ever played on the show: “Nickelback, Creed, or Alice In Chains.” Sounds easy until somebody starts reading lyrics without the music and suddenly every song sounds like a divorced stepdad screaming into a Monster Energy drink at 2AM.Also: if “Look at this photograph” activated sleeper-agent memories in your brain, we sincerely apologize.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShowHear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.Mom Is Told Her Son Is ‘Pheromone Maxxing' After He Refused To Shower For 10 DaysThe Doctor Shortage Is Getting Worse. Your Pharmacist Can HelpOlder adults are growing more interested in cannabis edibles, researchers say — here's whyElderly Cruise Passenger Dies After Mobility Scooter Plunges Off Pier in BahamasSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Moon Valjean is back from Vegas and somehow managed to visit casinos without gambling, which honestly sounds medically impossible. Instead, he spent his trip hunting down incredible local food, debating the meaning of rice pilaf, and discovering that Vegas off-strip dining prices now require a small business loan. The gang breaks down the bizarre sociology of weekday Vegas flights, why old people apparently own the city Monday through Wednesday, and how airplane emotions hit differently when you're watching a devastating movie at 30,000 feet while trying not to cry next to strangers.Things somehow spiral — as they always do on this daily comedy show — into a full-blown debate about airport etiquette, “Jetway Jesus,” and whether families with babies should board planes first or last. There's also discussion about the horrifying reality of airplane emergency cards, weird travel behavior, and one absolutely insane story involving a man getting onto an airport runway and being sucked into a plane engine. So yeah… maybe don't snack during that segment.The crew also dives into one of the greatest weird-news stories of the year: a guy throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal and immediately discovering that Hawaii does NOT play around. Enter: The Ambassador of Aloha — the unidentified local hero who allegedly beat the guy's ass so thoroughly that the entire community united to protect his identity like he's Batman in flip-flops. Federal charges, local pride, seal justice… this segment has everything.Elsewhere in the episode, the gang discusses Missouri turtle season, roadside turtle rescue etiquette, and why taking home a box turtle is apparently both illegal and a terrible life choice. Lern reveals her strange turtle friendship history, Rafe discusses leprosy armadillos, and somehow Sylvester Stallone's pet turtles from Rocky become part of the conversation because this show has fully abandoned traditional structure.Then comes the flip-flop war.A viral TikTok sparks one of the most passionate debates in recent Rizz Show history after a woman begs men to stop wearing flip-flops entirely. Rafe delivers a deeply serious anti-sandal manifesto involving combat readiness, urinal splashback, and leadership qualities during emergencies. Moon reveals he has literally never owned flip-flops because his toes “don't work like that,” and the entire room somehow turns this into an existential discussion about masculinity, footwear, and public respectability. It's exactly the kind of nonsense you expect from a daily comedy show operating on caffeine and bad decisions.And because the Internet refuses to let humanity evolve peacefully, the crew also uncovers terrifying trends like “ball maxing” and “pheromone maxing” — including teenage boys intentionally refusing to shower in hopes their natural musk will attract women. Spoiler alert: it mostly attracts concern, bacterial buildup, and intervention from family members armed with buckets of water.This episode is packed with weird news, sarcastic humor, pop culture commentary, emotional airplane confessions, Vegas stories, celebrity nonsense, bizarre trends, and the exact kind of beautifully chaotic conversation that makes The Rizzuto Show your favorite daily comedy show from St. Louis.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brendan Schaub, Bryan Callen, and Nick Simmons jump into another chaotic episode of The Fighter and The Kid, breaking down viral stories, weird internet drama, and comedy podcast madness.This episode gets into Brendan's plasma exchange experience, the viral hantavirus cruise ship story, conspiracy theories around the outbreak, and why cruise ships already sound like a nightmare. The guys also talk about the Cecil Hotel, Richard Ramirez, the Elisa Lam case, haunted L.A. stories, and what it feels like walking through one of the creepiest hotels in America.They also react to a shocking airport runway incident, a tourist throwing rocks at a Hawaiian monk seal, viral fight videos, Nina Drama, Diego Pavia, Akash Singh leaving Flagrant, serial killer fan girls, bad sushi, and Bryan's stories about old Venice, gangs, and L.A. changing over the years.The Fighter and The Kid brings comedy, viral news, true crime, UFC-adjacent stories, and ridiculous internet moments with Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen.Get this episode and all future episodes AD FREE + 2 extended episodes, Fan Questions, exclusive behind the scenes content and more each month at https://www.patreon.com/tfatkPaka - https://pakaapparel.com/DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FIGHTER so you're ready for the moment. That's code FIGHTER. Turn five bucks into $100 in bonus bets instantly. In partnership with DraftKings. The Crown Is Yours.Zocdoc - Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to http://zocdoc.com/fighter to find and instantly book a doctor you love today.VanMan - Give your eyes the care they actually deserve. Go to http://vanman.shop/FIGHTER and use code FIGHTER for 15% off your first order. That's http://vanman.shop/FIGHTER and use code FIGHTER for 15% off your first order.O'Reilly - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTERProgressive - https://www.progressive.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.