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On today's show Pat and the boys are live from Saint Vincent College in Latrobe PA with the Pittsburgh Steelers having their first full padded practice from training camp. Pat and the boys hilight the town of Latrobe and give their expectations of the upcoming NFL Season. Pat gets into the biggest sports news of the past weekend coming out of the MLB, as star pitcher Tarik Skubal has been traded to the Dodgers and ruined professional baseball. Pat takes the show camping around the AFC North bringing on Bengals beat reporter Ben Baby to talk about the Bengals expectations going into the 2026 season. After talking to Ben Baby, Pat brings on Daniel Oyefusi live from Browns camp to give the progrum boots on the ground perspective of the Browns QB battle between Shedder Sanders and Deshaun Watson. Joining Pat and the boys live is 2X Super Bowl Champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers Brett Kiesel talks his experiences at Steelers training camp and the differences between today's era of football. Heading over to the Ravens camp Junior NFL Reporter Ian Rapoport checks in with pat and the boys and lets us and the live crowd of Steelers fans the vibes from Ravens camp are high. Pat and the boys bring us around the whole NFL showing at least one hi light from every NFL teams training camp. Live from Saint Vincent College Steelers defensive pillars TJ Watt and Cam Hayward come on and talk about practice today and what to expect from the Steelers this upcoming year. Following TJ and Cam, Mike McCarthy and Omar Khan come on the progrum to further discuss what to expect from the Steelers this year. Pat moves from the Head coach and GM of the Steelers to friend of the Progrum, 4X NFL MVP, Super Bowl Champion, and Pittsburgh Steelers Quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Aaron comes on and after initially “pleading the 5th” gives us all of his thoughts on a lot of topics including this upcoming football season. Aaron's pass catchers DK Metcalf, Pat Freirmuth and Michael Pittman Jr. come on to the progrum to discuss their expectations for the season. To end out the show Pat has on our very own Steelers and WWE writer on X Mark Kaboly to break down the reaction from Summer Slam this last weekend. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, and will be back Tuesday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's a milestone episode! Number Eight Hundred. That calls for a celebration. Not only does Ricochet co-founder Peter Robinson join to host, but our dear pal Dr. Jay Bhattacharya is able to take a moment away from running both the NIH and CDC to talk about the downfall of Anthony Fauci and his team's work to restore public trust in America's leading public health and scientific institutions. With the disarming humility we've always known him for, Dr. Jay explains what he found most striking about Fauci's journal entries and evastions before Congress. The gang then pivots to what must be done to prevent a bureaucrat from acquiring such dictatorial powers and taxpayers from having to fund their own pandemic. Plus, Robinson, Hayward and Lileks wish the DNC luck in staving off the DSA; they find in our techno-innovators things to be hopeful for despite a generation that knew not the Soviets; they have a friendly debate over the triviality of pop-culture; and they say farewell to a departed Ricochet member.Sound from this week's open: Senator Rand Paul questions Anthony Fauci before the U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.Closing Music: "Center of the Universe" by Markus Little, via MotionArrayBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-ricochet-podcast--5817275/support.
Happy Thursday Besties!! So sorry we failed to bring you the 305, but I guess you can call us Worldwide with the locations of these cases?? After a quick catch up since Morgy just got home from VAYCAA sooo we had lots to catch up on, ya girls hop into their cases with Morgan giving us the Legend of the Little Blue girl at the Montebello Castle in Italy, or Castello di Montebello!! Then, Taylar gives us part one of the kidnapping of 9 year old Michaela Garecht from Hayward, California 1988 and all of the cases that investigators believed her abduction was connected to over the years.. Love you all sooo much, hope you get to slam a sonic footlong hotdog and slushie soon too!!! TTYL Get 20% off your first order at https://mood.com with code CACBESTIES. #ad Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at https://lolablankets.com with code CACBESTIES at checkout. Experience the world's #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. ---------------------- Need to Call Susan (Angel Wings and Healing Things)? Text Ellen at 704-562-3476 to book!! Make sure to tell her we sent you for a Besties only Special discount!! If you have a Creepy Account of your own you would like to submit, you can go to our Reddit (CreepsandCrimes) or email it to us at CREEPSANDCRIMES.CA@GMAIL.COM Creeps and Crimes Merch: https://creepsandcrimesmerch.com/ Join our OG Pick Me Cult (Patreon): https://patreon.com/creepsandcrimes SUBSCRIBE AND SUPPORT WHEREVER YOU GET YOUR PODCASTS: - Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creeps-and-crimes/id1533194848 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0v2kntCCfdQOSeMNnGM2b6?si=bf5c137913dd4af7 - Youtube: https://youtube.com/@creepsandcrimespodcast?si=e6Lwuw6qvsEPBHzG Business Inquiries please contact Management: maggie@MRHentertainment.com FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS: Creeps and Crimes Podcast - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/creepsandcrimespodcast/?hl=en - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creepsandcrimespodcast/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@creepsandcrimes Taylar Jane (True Crime Host) - Insta: @Taylarj - TikTok (True Crime Channel): @TaylarJane98 - TikTok (Personal): @TaylarJane1 Morgan Harris (Paranormal & Conspiracy Host) - Insta: @morgg.m - Tiktok: @morgg.m Want More Info? Check out our Website: www.creepsandcrimespodcast.com Send Us Mail & Fan Art to our PO Box!!! CREEPS AND CRIMES PODCAST PO BOX 11523 KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37939 Have a Creepy Account You'd like to share and be featured on the Podcast? Email it to: CreepsAndCrimes.CA@gmail.com Submit it through the Portal on our Website (Listed above) or Post in on our Reddit Thread with the tag "creepy account" Love our TBB episodes and want to get in on the Action or submit an AIMS? Head over to our Reddit Community: @creepsandcrimes Need to contact us or request sources? Email us at creepsandcrimespodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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About KateKate Hayward is the UK Managing Director at Xero, where she leads the company's mission to empower small businesses, accountants and bookkeepers through technology. Passionate about entrepreneurship, financial education and inclusive leadership, Kate is a strong advocate for helping people realise their potential regardless of their background.About XeroXero is a global cloud accounting platform that helps small businesses, accountants and bookkeepers manage their finances more efficiently. Its software and educational resources are designed to simplify business finances and support sustainable growth.Chapters0:00 Introduction1:15 Kate's first job and the power of asking for feedback2:42 Why you should build your own network3:24 How to build a network when you know nobody4:27 What "putting into your network" really means5:34 How to demonstrate effort on your CV6:25 Growing up with a self-employed dad7:02 Perfectionism, resilience and believing anything is possible8:46 Introversion, imposter syndrome and earning your place9:57 Kate's journey to becoming UK Managing Director at Xero11:15 Why you can't do it all and why that's okay12:33 Dyslexia, AI and turning challenges into strengths14:09 Why small businesses are struggling right now15:49 Who teaches you to be an entrepreneur?17:06 The one financial skill every business owner needs18:02 What Xero does and supporting 1.3 million UK businesses20:06 Breaking down barriers to entrepreneurship20:49 Would Kate ever become an entrepreneur?21:39 The quote that defines Kate's leadership23:29 Kate's invisible success24:13 Kate's Duvet FlipDisclaimer:The content provided on Duvet Flip is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. The views expressed by hosts, guests, brands or contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the show's producers, sponsors, or affiliates. The information shared is not a substitute for professional advice, including but not limited to career counseling, financial guidance, legal consultation, or mental health support.Listeners and viewers are responsible for their own decisions and actions based on the content provided, and Duvet Flip assumes no liability for any outcomes resulting from reliance on the information shared. By engaging with the show, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer.If you're struggling with debt, trusted advice and free support can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/debt-adviceIf you're struggling with mental health of any kind, you can find free support here: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/
Send us Fan MailWhat can burned human remains reveal about a fatal fire—and what evidence may be permanently lost when a body is moved too soon?Recorded live at the IAAI International Training Conference in St. Louis, Scott Kuhlman and Chasity Owens sit down with forensic anthropologist Dr. Elaine Pope to discuss the investigation and recovery of human remains from fatal fire scenes. Dr. Pope explains how forensic anthropology, fire investigation, law enforcement, and medicolegal death investigation must work together to accurately interpret the scene, identify victims, preserve evidence, and provide answers to families.The conversation explores how the human body burns in vehicle fires, structure fires, outdoor fires, and intentionally set fires; how burned bones can resemble drywall and other fire debris; and how fire patterns on the body may help investigators understand fire exposure and movement. Dr. Pope also explains why investigators should treat the body as evidence, leave it in place until it can be properly documented, and avoid assuming a fire death is accidental before the autopsy and complete investigation are finished.The episode also recaps the Central California Forensic Fatal Fire Death Investigation Academy, addresses the long-standing myth that the human skull explodes during a fire, and provides practical guidance for investigators approaching their first fatal fire scene.We Train Frequently: Georgia IAAI Conference — Savannah, Georgia: July 27–30, 2026Tennessee IAAI Conference: August 17–20, 2026 Includes AI for Fire InvestigatorsHawaii IAAI Conference: August 26–28, 2026 Nebraska Chapter Annual Fire Conference: September 15–17, 2026 IAAI Evidence Collection Technician Practical — CCAI Conference: October 8, 2026 Fire Investigator 1A — Hayward, California: September 14–18, 2026 Fire Investigator 1B — Hayward, California: October 26–30, 2026 Fire Investigator 1C — Hayward, California: November 16–20, 2026Link to the Hayward training: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/fire-investigation-courses-60744/itemsThank you for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, give us 5 stars, hit the follow button, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you are listening in from. Follow us on social media!Instagram: @infocusfire_podcastLinkedIn: INFOCUS podcastFacebook: INFOCUS podcastTikTok: @infocus_podcast
Send us Fan MailThe Other Bennet Sister finally gives Jane Austen's most overlooked sister the story she's always deserved, and we're having far too much fun talking about it.In this special midsummer detour, Amy is joined by Payge Wicks and Annaliese Hinkin for a lively conversation about Mary Bennet's long-overdue redemption arc, the personalities behind the Bennet sisters, and, of course, our unofficial Enneagram typing of everyone from Mary to Mr. Hayward, Mr. Ryder, and females in the Bennett family.Together we explore what it means to move from the sidelines into your own story, why Mary has spent so long believing she was meant to be overlooked, and the beautiful moments that mark her journey toward confidence, agency, and belonging. Along the way, we debate the great romantic question...is it Team Hayward or Team Ryder?Whether you've recently read The Other Bennet Sister, watched the BritBox adaptation, or simply love a good character study, this episode is a joyful blend of literary discussion, personality insights, and a celebration of the quiet people who discover they were never meant to remain in the background.Because sometimes the most compelling hero isn't the loudest person in the room; it's the one who's finally learning to believe her own story matters.Amy LOVED the book and is having fun sharing it with her people... find a copy here.*Or stream on BritBox**These are affiliate links which help to support the podcast, but don't increase the cost for you!Support the showRESOURCES FOR YOU:Join the Waitlist for 1:1 Coaching with Amy Wickshttps://www.simplywholehearted.com/callamywicksNot sure about your Enneagram Type? Start here: https://www.simplywholehearted.com/enneagramquizEnnea-what? The Beginners Guide to the Enneagram(free course + printables)https://bit.ly/Enneagram101GuideConnect with Amy:IGWebsite
Episode 310 Pool Nation Podcast What does it take to build a pool company that lasts nearly six decades? In this episode of the Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar De Jesus is joined by Ryan Morson from Hayward along with Ken and Sandy Barthman of Dunrite Pools, a second-generation family business that has been building swimming pools on Long Island for over 58 years. From starting in the business as a teenager to now constructing more than 125 pools every year, Ken and Sandy share what it takes to build a lasting reputation, work together as husband and wife, and prepare the next generation to carry the company forward. The conversation dives deep into the unique challenges of vinyl liner pools, high water table construction, dewatering systems, custom liner measurements, heat pumps, customer service, online reviews, company culture, and why reputation remains the most valuable asset any pool company can have. Whether you're a pool builder, service professional, business owner, or simply passionate about the swimming pool industry, this episode is packed with practical lessons on leadership, craftsmanship, family business, and building a legacy that lasts. In This Episode You'll Learn • How Dunrite Pools has remained successful for over 58 years • What it's really like running a pool company as husband and wife • Building approximately 125 vinyl liner pools each year • How dewatering works in high water table construction • Why accurate liner measurements are critical • Heat pumps vs. gas heaters in northern markets • Preparing your business for multi-generational leadership • Managing customer expectations and protecting your online reputation • Why family businesses continue to thrive in the pool industry • The importance of building trust one customer at a time Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Meet Ken & Sandy Barthman of Dunrite Pools 05:45 Pool construction on Long Island 08:45 Hayward's "Power of Us" initiative 10:00 How Ken & Sandy met and built a life together 15:00 The history of DunritePools 18:00 Dewatering explained 23:00 Building 125 vinyl liner pools every year 26:00 Heat pumps vs. gas heaters 30:00 Custom vinyl liner measurements 33:00 The complete vinyl liner installation process 40:00 Running a family business together 43:00 Building a multi-generation company 47:00 Protecting your reputation through customer service 49:00 Life outside the pool industry 52:00 Final thoughts and legacy Thank You to Our Sponsors A huge thank you to our visionary partners for helping us educate and elevate the swimming pool industry: • SPPA • BluRay XL • AquaStar Pool Products • Natural Chemistry • Raypak • Heritage Pool Supply • Hayward Pool Products • Poolside Tech • Pool Brain • Nidec / US Motors • OnCore Filtration • Encore Brands Your continued support allows us to provide free education to pool professionals across the industry. Subscribe If you enjoyed this episode: ✔ Subscribe to Pool Nation ✔ Leave us a 5-star review ✔ Share this episode with another pool professional ✔ Join thousands of pool pros who are committed to mastering the business and perfecting the craft.
Parker Wolfe was the 43rd man on a 42-man Olympic list. Now, he's making the case for rookie of the year in professional running.Dominic sits down with the Swoosh TC Flagstaff star to unpack a debut season that reads like a highlight reel: a USATF cross country title on a muddy Portland course, top American honors at World XC in Tallahassee, a first sub-13 indoor 5K, a 12:49.45 Diamond League debut in Oslo, and a front-running Prefontaine Classic two-mile win over Grant Fisher.Parker opens up about going from top dog at UNC to "the new kid on the block" as a pro, why the professional peak is the hardest one to climb, and how he nearly committed to Duke before Chapel Hill won him over. He breaks down the transition from Chris Miltenberg to Mike Smith—more mileage, double thresholds, and a Flagstaff training group so deep he never lacks a partner, from Ethan Strand and Nico Young to the occasional Galen Rupp appearance. He makes his case that full buy-in beats a perfect program, walks through the Mo Farah-inspired tactics behind his gutsy front-running win at Hayward, and lands on the lesson at the heart of it all: people overestimate what they can do in a season and underestimate what they can do in a couple years of consistency.Plus, decoding Nike's confusingly structured Swoosh TC, Parker's five-runner Netflix docuseries cast, Nuggets loyalty, and the Lil Wayne deposition tape Coach Smith screened before Cross Nationals.Tap into the Parker Wolfe Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.S H O W N O T E S -The Run Down By The Running Effect (our new newsletter!): https://tinyurl.com/mr36s9rs-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffzBehind the scenes of The Running Effect: https://youtube.com/@dominicschlueter?si=PM9FjPc92eFUFEZLuminaryThreads: luminarythreads.shop $20 off your next Attuned scan: https://attuned.health/discount/TRE20?ref=TRE20 Instagram: @parkerw19
Welcome back to Part Two of my conversation with Carl Grimes. Our conversation picks up where we left off explaining more of the five principles and then gets into how Environmental health is impacting the building of homes. EnjoyHayward Score Healthy Home Director Carl Grimes, has a unique combination of experiences. He has personal experience of the disabling impact of an unhealthy home, and professional experience working in the Indoor Air Quality field. Both these experiences lead him to the Hayword Score where they are helping people live healthier lives by first believing in the negative health experiences they are having in their home, and second by offering a tool that can help homeowners understand these experiences. Carl understands that moisture and mold are not the only things that lead to poor indoor air quality and is trying to work out the synergistic interactions between occupants, house, and building science that can result in either a health supporting or health degrading environment.Carl Grimes on LinkedInHayward ScoreIndoor air quality Association The Quick Environmental Exposure and Sensitivity Inventory(Symptom Star)ASHRAE Guideline 10-2023 -- Interactions Affecting theAchievement of Acceptable Indoor EnvironmentsToxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance (TILT) - ChemicalIntoleranceInstitute of Inspection, Cleaning and RestorationCertification (IICRC)ANSI S520-2025 Standard for Professional Mold Remediation
Hayward Score Healthy Home Director Carl Grimes, has a unique combination of experiences. He has personal experience of the disabling impact of an unhealthy home, and professional experience working in the Indoor Air Quality field. Both these experiences lead him to the Hayword Score where they are helping people live healthier lives by first believing in the negative health experiences they are having in their home, and second by offering a tool that can help homeowners understand these experiences. Carl understands that moisture and mold are not the only things that lead to poor indoor air quality and is trying to work out the synergistic interactions between occupants, house, and building science that can result in either a health supporting or health degrading environment.Carl Grimes on LinkedInHayward ScoreIndoor air quality Association The Quick Environmental Exposure and Sensitivity Inventory(Symptom Star)ASHRAE Guideline 10-2023 -- Interactions Affecting theAchievement of Acceptable Indoor EnvironmentsToxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance (TILT) - ChemicalIntoleranceInstitute of Inspection, Cleaning and RestorationCertification (IICRC)ANSI S520-2025 Standard for Professional Mold Remediation
To introduce a modern audience to the classic theme of spiritual warfare, this bibliography traces a robust, historically rich trajectory that spans over three centuries—beginning with the massive, foundational strategy manuals of 17th-century Puritans like John Downame and William Gurnall, mapping the deep psychological and pastoral care found in the soul-diagnosing "cases of conscience" by Pike and Hayward, and culminating in the vivid, fiercely practical 19th- and 20th-century expositions of Charles Spurgeon and Dr. D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones. Far from being a relic of abstract, archaic mysticism, this enduring body of literature functions as a brilliant, clinical handbook for the human soul. By masterfully distinguishing between the internal vulnerabilities of our own hearts and the external, highly adaptive "wiles" of a defeated but persistent adversary, these authors provide contemporary readers with a timeless blueprint for vigilance, mental resilience, and an unwavering reliance on the all-sufficient triumph of Jesus Christ.
To introduce a modern audience to the classic theme of spiritual warfare, this bibliography traces a robust, historically rich trajectory that spans over three centuries—beginning with the massive, foundational strategy manuals of 17th-century Puritans like John Downame and William Gurnall, mapping the deep psychological and pastoral care found in the soul-diagnosing "cases of conscience" by Pike and Hayward, and culminating in the vivid, fiercely practical 19th- and 20th-century expositions of Charles Spurgeon and Dr. D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones. Far from being a relic of abstract, archaic mysticism, this enduring body of literature functions as a brilliant, clinical handbook for the human soul. By masterfully distinguishing between the internal vulnerabilities of our own hearts and the external, highly adaptive "wiles" of a defeated but persistent adversary, these authors provide contemporary readers with a timeless blueprint for vigilance, mental resilience, and an unwavering reliance on the all-sufficient triumph of Jesus Christ.
Episode 308 Pool Nation Podcast - What does it take to grow from a few referrals into a company with 50 employees, three locations, hundreds of service accounts, retail stores, remodels, and new construction? In this special Hayward Spotlight episode of the Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar De Jesus is joined by Ryan Morson from Hayward and special guests Kyle and Stephanie Burns, owners of Emerald Custom Pools and Emerald Pool Care in Fort Worth, Texas. Kyle shares how his career as a firefighter shaped the way he plans for the future, manages risk, builds systems, and prepares his company for challenges before they happen. Stephanie explains how disciplined financial management, detailed job costing, and accountability have helped them build a profitable business while raising four children together. This conversation is packed with practical advice for pool builders, service companies, retailers, and anyone looking to build a stronger business in the swimming pool industry. In this episode you'll learn: • How Emerald Custom Pools grew from a home-based startup into a multi-division company. • Why forecasting and preparation create a competitive advantage. • The lessons learned from the Texas freeze and how planning paid off. • Why service, remodels and retail are becoming the future of the industry. • How to successfully run a family business as husband and wife. • The importance of hiring for character instead of experience. • Why company culture and training outperform talent alone. • The future of pool automation, affordable pool ownership, and industry growth. • How Emerald's Safe2Swim nonprofit is helping prevent childhood drownings. Whether you're a pool builder, service professional, retailer, business owner, or industry leader, this episode is filled with real-world strategies you can immediately apply to your business. Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction & Meet Kyle and Stephanie Burns 02:00 – Emerald Custom Pools' incredible growth story 05:45 – Pool Nation Awards, Women's Summit & Hayward Training Hub announcements 10:00 – From firefighter to pool company owner 16:45 – Building multiple divisions and scaling a business 21:00 – Lessons learned from the Texas freeze and preparing for the unexpected 26:30 – Launching the service division and investing in training 28:00 – The future of pool construction and affordable pool ownership 31:00 – Sponsor Break 36:00 – Hayward's "Power of Us" initiative 41:30 – Running a successful husband-and-wife business 44:00 – Job costing, profitability and accountability 47:00 – Leadership lessons from managing family in business 49:00 – Creating a wellness-focused retail experience 52:00 – Why remodels are the future of the pool industry 54:30 – Sponsor Break 59:30 – Safe2Swim Foundation and drowning prevention 1:03:00 – Advice for entrepreneurs entering the pool industry 1:06:00 – Final thoughts A huge thank you to our incredible Pool Nation partners for making this episode possible: The SPPA • BluRay XL • AquaStar Pool Products • Natural Chemistry • Raypak • Heritage Pool Supply Group • Hayward Pool Products • EnCore Brands • Poolside Tech • Pool Brain • Nidec / US Motors • OnCore Filtration Because of your continued commitment to education, innovation, and supporting pool professionals, we're able to continue delivering conversations that help elevate the swimming pool industry. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another pool professional. Every share helps us continue our mission of improving the financial well-being of pool pros through education. Pool Nation — Master the Business. Perfect the Craft.
As healthcare organizations seek to reduce avoidable readmissions and improve patient outcomes, many are exploring how AI can help bridge gaps in post-discharge care. Patty Hayward joins Michael to discuss the evolving role of AI-driven care coordination, where automation can create value, and why the human element remains critical to successful patient engagement.
Buying a variable speed pool pump should feel like an upgrade, not a guessing game, but most people get stuck on the biggest horsepower number and end up overspending. We walk through a simple approach that starts with what you already have: match the total horsepower of your current single speed pump within a reasonable range, then use VS programming to run the lowest RPM that still gives you clean water and solid circulation.From there, we get specific about the two things that quietly control everything: voltage and plumbing. If you're on 115V wiring, a dual voltage VS pump can't deliver the same total output it would on 230V, so a “3 HP” label may not translate to real-world 3 HP performance. And if your pool has 1.5 inch suction and return lines, there's only so much flow you can realistically push before you're paying for power your system can't use. That's why many small pools, above-ground pools, and older pools are better served by a right-sized option like the Pentair SuperFlo VS class, while larger pools with attached spas and water features often justify stepping up to a true 3 HP VS pump so full-speed performance is available when you need it.We also talk practical install reality: sticking with the same pump brand and footprint (Pentair, Hayward, Jandy, and compatible drop-in options) can save time, reduce plumbing headaches, and make a swap feel close to plug-and-play. We finish with smart use cases like putting a VS pump on a water feature or booster pump, plus why variable speed pumps tend to last longer, run quieter, and deliver major energy savings when sized correctly. If this helps, subscribe, share the show with a pool owner or service tech, and leave a quick review so more people can stop buying the wrong pump.We break down how to choose the right variable speed pool pump for very small pools, older pools, and large pools without wasting money on horsepower your system cannot use. I share simple sizing rules tied to your current pump, your voltage, and your plumbing so you get good flow, strong features, and real energy savings.• matching total horsepower to your existing single speed pump within a reasonable range• why 115V wiring limits real horsepower on dual voltage VS pumps• how 1.5 inch plumbing caps the usefulness of oversized pumps• why downsizing too far can reduce spa jet force and water feature performance• when a 3 HP VS pump is the logical choice for large pools around 20,000 gallons or more• reliable smaller-pool options like the Pentair SuperFlo VS and when WhisperFlo VS fits better• choosing the same pump brand to simplify plumbing alignment and installation• using VS pumps for water features and booster pump replacements• why variable speed pumps often last longer and save more energy than single speed pumpsLearn more at swimmingpoollearning.com.If you're interested in the coaching program that I offer, you can learn more at PogBankCoaching.com.If you're looking for other podcasts, you can find those by going to my website, swimmingprolearning.com.Send us Fan MailSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
A $300 variable speed pool pump can feel like the smartest upgrade you'll make all year, until you try to plumb it in, dial in the flow, or keep it running past the first season. We dig into the budget VS pump wave hitting Amazon and big box retailers, and I share what I'd want any pool owner or pool service pro to understand before betting their circulation system on a bargain listing.We start with the unglamorous stuff that decides whether the install is easy or painful: equipment pad layout, inlet and outlet alignment, and why matching your existing pump family (Pentair, Hayward, or Jandy) often saves time and avoids surprise replumbing. From there, we get into the numbers that matter in real backyards. Horsepower ratings and “performance” claims don't always translate to real head pressure, especially on complex pools with spas, water features, long plumbing runs, or higher resistance systems. If the pump can't push water, everything downstream suffers.Next, we talk reliability and total cost of ownership. Cheap variable speed pumps can work, but the components and the drive electronics are often where corners get cut, and reviews commonly point to early failures. We also cover practical deal breakers: finding replacement parts, getting someone willing to service an off brand pump, and whether a standalone VS pump will communicate with automation systems like EasyTouch or Aqualink. Finally, I lay out smarter alternatives, including mid priced brand name VS pumps and a budget friendly approach many people overlook: replacing just the motor and drive (Century or Nidec) while keeping a solid wet end.If you've been tempted by a too good to be true price, listen all the way through, then subscribe, share it with a pool owner who's shopping right now, and leave a quick review. What's the lowest price you'd trust for the pump that runs your whole pool?We break down the real pros and cons behind the $300 to $700 variable speed pool pumps showing up on Amazon and at big box stores. We walk through install fit, honest performance, drive reliability, and why the cheapest option can get expensive fast. • why low cost variable speed pumps can still run • equipment pad alignment and why the inlet matters • horsepower and head pressure claims that may not match reality • a real service story where flow problems exposed an off brand pump • cheap components, short lifespan reviews, and total cost math • limited replacement parts and the risk of no service support • automation drawbacks with EasyTouch and Aqualink systems • better alternatives like mid priced name brands and motor plus drive retrofits Learn more at swimmingpoollearning.com. If you're interested in the coaching program, you can learn more at Pool PoolGuyCoaching.com.Send us Fan MailSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
If you feel like your body changed overnight in perimenopause — especially around your belly, energy, cravings, sleep, and weight — you are not imagining it. In this episode of Living Life Naturally, Lynne is joined by Morgana Lakatos-Hayward, Certified Menopause Health Coach, bestselling author, and former 2x World Champion Latin Dancer, for a real and refreshing conversation about why weight loss often feels harder in midlife. And spoiler alert: it's not because you're lazy, broken, or "just need more willpower."
How a Former SWAT Officer Built One of California's Most Successful Pool Companies | Featuring Obie Rodriguez What happens when a 30-year law enforcement veteran and 15-year SWAT officer decides to build swimming pools instead of chasing criminals? In episode # 307 of the Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar De Jesus and Ryan Morse from Hayward sit down with Obie Rodriguez, owner of Majestic Pool Construction, to share one of the most inspiring business stories in the swimming pool industry. After two frustrating experiences hiring pool contractors, Obie decided to learn the trade himself. He earned his contractor's license, built his own company from the ground up, and today completes more than 200 custom swimming pool and remodeling projects every year across multiple locations. This conversation goes far beyond swimming pool construction. It's about leadership, building systems, growing a company, creating a culture that thrives without the owner, using social media to generate qualified leads, and believing in yourself enough to take the leap into entrepreneurship. Whether you're a pool builder, pool service professional, swimming pool contractor, retailer, distributor, manufacturer, or business owner, this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply immediately to grow your business. In This Episode: • How two bad pool-building experiences changed Obie's life forever • Transitioning from SWAT officer to successful pool builder • Building a swimming pool company that completes more than 200 projects per year • Creating business systems that allow your company to grow without you • Leadership lessons from law enforcement that apply to every business • Why delegation is one of the hardest skills for business owners • Expanding into multiple locations • Surviving COVID without sacrificing profits • The social media strategy that doubled qualified leads • Why transparency creates better customers • The future of pool automation and smart technology • Advice every entrepreneur needs to hear before starting a business Episode Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to Pool Nation 01:30 – Meet Obie Rodriguez 04:00 – Family, RV life, and fishing stories 08:45 – Becoming a police officer at 19 10:00 – Fifteen years on SWAT 15:00 – Two terrible pool-building experiences that changed everything 18:00 – Learning the pool industry by working for free 20:00 – Building pools while serving as a police officer 22:30 – Retiring early and betting on himself 24:00 – COVID, supply shortages, and protecting profits 32:30 – Expanding to multiple locations 35:00 – Building systems that allow the business to run without you 41:00 – What today's pool buyers really want 46:00 – The social media strategy that doubled qualified leads 49:00 – Why transparency creates better customers 55:00 – Final advice for entrepreneurs Special Thanks to Our Sponsors Thank you to our incredible partners for helping Pool Nation educate, inspire, and elevate the swimming pool industry: • OnCore Filtration • Hayward Pool Products • Heritage Pool Supply Group • The SPPA • BluRay XL • AquaStar Pool Products • Natural Chemistry • Raypak • Poolside Tech Encore Brands • Pool Brain • Nidec / US Motors The Pool Nation Podcast is the premier podcast for the swimming pool industry, delivering weekly conversations with the industry's top pool builders, service professionals, manufacturers, distributors, educators, and business leaders. Master the Business. Perfect the Craft. Subscribe today and join thousands of pool professionals who are growing stronger businesses through education, leadership, and community.
Our hosts are out of sorts as they prep for the Independence Day celebration: Hayward is on the high seas, Lileks is in Boston, and the always-fashionable Cooke is even later than usual. But the gang had to get together once more before the holiday break to make their grumblings known about a less welcome kind of revolutionary spirit...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-ricochet-podcast--5817275/support.
t's part two of our EPIC night in Bristol, and with us the the wonderful Sally-Anne Hayward, who tells us why she's got crime prevention in the bag, before helping our hosts solve a WW2 case in which the protagonist was no match for the Nazis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our first-ever interviewee returns for a brilliant interview about all things to do with mediumship
We are delighted to bring you something a little different this week in the company of multi award-winning journalist Will Hayward. Stuart and Will discuss Welsh politics, identity and how it all worked together to bring Plaid Cymru the leadership of the Senedd. For information on Will's books, have a look HERE You can read the Will Hayward newsletter on substack HERE
Another pair of collegiate records fell inside Hayward Field on Friday night at Day 3 of the 2026 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships. Alabama's Samuel Ogazi cemented himself as the greatest quarter-miler to ever grace the NCAA, winning the 400m title in 43.38 — becoming the fourth-fastest man ever in the process. LSU's Jaiden Reid broke 20 seconds under legal conditions in the 200m for the first time, and got way under 20 seconds. His 19.63 broke Walter Dix's NCAA record that had stood for nearly two decades.Simeon Birnbaum delivered a thrilling 1500m victory in front of a home Hayward crowd, pulling away down the home straight with enough cushion to celebrate to his heart's content. Habtom Samuel dashed Marco Langon's title hopes by completing the 5K-10K double, while Colin Sahlman cemented one of the best season in collegiate distance running history with an 800m title to end his NCAA career.A disaster-filled 4x100m saw Tennessee come out on top of a race that only five teams finished, while a ridiculously fast 42.99 anchor leg from Georgia freshman Jonathan Simms led the Bulldogs on an incredible comeback to 4x400m glory. When the dust settled and the points were tallied, the Arkansas Razorbacks came out on top, completing the season sweep for head coach Doug Case after he took over for Chris Bucknam at the end of the cross country season. The Hogs scores 56 points, seven ahead of the runner-up Dogs of Georgia.____________Host: Paul Hof-Mahoney | @phofmahoneyProduced by: Jasmine Fehr | @jasminefehr
The votes are in, and the June Primary election results are already reshaping East Bay politics. This week, Steve Tavares, Trishala Vinnakota, and Justin Berton break down the surprising defeat of Oakland's Measure E parcel tax, the outcomes of revenue measures in Hayward and Castro Valley, and what the results could mean for future tax and bond proposals across Alameda County. In congressional politics, Aisha Wahab emerged as the clear frontrunner in the crowded 14th Congressional District race. We also analyzes Scott Sakakihara's strong performance in the 10th State Senate District contest, the latest developments in the Alameda County District Attorney race between Ursula Jones Dickson and Pamela Price, and what California voters signaled in the governor's race. Plus, what these results reveal about the political mood of East Bay voters heading into November—and an introduction to the newest member of the East Bay Insiders team.
Episode 350 hosts Max Hayward (Co-Founder at Aesthetic Nurse Software) from England, UK. In this podcast we talk about the evolution of an all-in-one clinic management platform for medical aesthetics professionals - Aesthetic Nurse Software. Max explains the origins of ANS and how he and their developer solved his mother's need for a better clinical notes and documentation solution. We cover why having a proper patient journey mapped out leads to better compliance and how ANS has been adapted for both UK and the Australian requirements. We cover ANS's key features and how it has evolved with beta testing and user feedback. Tools we touch on include automations, rich reporting features, segmentation, email marketing, memberships and Klarna/Afterpay functionality. 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Max Hayward 02:17 Origin Story With His Mum 04:13 Working Mother Son Duo 07:02 Compliance First Design 08:58 Paper And Phone Risks 12:14 Australia Regulation Tweaks 13:44 Simple Yet Powerful UX 16:21 Building And Feature Growth 19:35 Naming Beyond Nurses 21:18 Automation Reports Marketing 23:46 Consultants And Retention Metrics 25:13 Measuring Patient Retention 26:02 Trial and Error Growth 26:47 Memberships for Recurring Revenue 29:35 Compliance and S4 Limits 31:42 Product Feedback Loop 33:50 Security and Support Promise 35:29 Buy Now Pay Later Options 36:57 All in One Feature Recap 37:49 AI for Data Insights 39:30 Chatbots After Hours Leads 41:20 US and Canada Expansion 42:21 Switching Systems Data Import 43:54 Pricing Plans and Offer 45:28 Wrap Up and Events IA Listeners can get a free trial of ANS by clicking this link (& please click IA Podcast as the referrer!) DOWNLOAD OUR NEW APP IA COMMUNITY: DOWNLOAD FOR APPLE DEVICES DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID DEVICES THEN GET A FREE 30 DAY SUBSCRIPTION (After you've downloaded the app and signed up for free): FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS/NON-CLINICAL PROFESSIONALS
A pump that won't prime, a lid that won't budge, and a pad visit that's suddenly running long, this is where small, practical know-how saves the day. We walk through the real-world pool pump fixes that most techs only learn after enough scraped knuckles and repeat trips, and we keep it focused on what actually works when you're standing in front of the equipment.We dig into stuck pump lids on common pumps, including why they tighten up, how a simple rubber mallet technique can help, and when it's smarter to use a dedicated pump lid removal tool for Hayward-style lids. From there we zoom in on one of the biggest causes of mystery air bubbles and “it ran fine yesterday” complaints: the pump lid O-ring. We explain how worn, dry, pinched, or missing O-rings create suction leaks, why homeowners opening the pump can trigger priming failures, and why carrying spare O-rings is one of the best low-cost moves a pool service pro can make.We also talk pump baskets, impeller clogs, and what that low filter pressure reading is really telling you. You'll hear how to check for cracked baskets, how to clear debris from the impeller safely with basic tools, and why ultra heavy-duty baskets can backfire if they get fully packed with debris. Finally, we cover priming best practices, including using a bucket, avoiding dry starts, and how large air relief assemblies on certain pool filters can make priming faster and easier. If this helped, subscribe, share it with another pool pro, and leave a review with your best pump troubleshooting tip.• Removing tight pump lids with a rubber mallet instead of sore hands• Using pump lid removal tools for Hayward Super Pump and similar lids• Inspecting, replacing, and lubing pump lid O-rings to prevent air leaks• Spotting missing O-rings after homeowners open the pump• Why oversized pump pots and giant baskets cause real-world clogs• Checking for cracked baskets that let debris reach the impeller• Clearing impeller jams safely with a flathead screwdriver• Choosing OEM baskets vs heavy-duty baskets and the trade-offsSend us Fan MailSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
Zac Hayward is on today's podcast to teach us how to rewire our sales talk beyond memorizing and sensationalization. Through organic growth from door-knocking to leading teams, he's grounded on a high-trust and transparent framework for presentations that will give customers more concrete reasons to sign.CLICK HERE: https://apply.solarpreneurs.com/ https://zendirect.com/ https://crmx.app/ https://zapier.com/ https://www.solarscout.app/taylor https://www.youtube.com/@solarpreneurs goals.solarpreneurs.com oneliners.solarpreneurs.com https://solciety.co/ - JOIN SOLCIETY NOW! SIRO APP - LEARN MORE
In the late 1950s, Pamela strategically seduced producer Leland Hayward, eventually becoming his wife to secure a new life in America. She moved to the United States in 1959, where she was viewed by New York and Washington society as a dangerous "vixen" due to her reputation as a seductress. Despite the success of The Sound of Music, she discovered Leland was financially unstable, leading her to sell her European assets to sustain their lifestyle. Seeking intellectual fulfillment, she opened a Manhattan shop, though her celebrity clients often failed to pay their bills. During this time, she maintained a close friendship with President John F. Kennedy, and his 1963 assassination was a profound personal blow to her. As Leland's health deteriorated throughout the 1960s, Pamela faced hostility from his children, who resented her influence and feared for their inheritance. By Leland's death in 1971, she was left financially depleted. (5/8)1650
Pool Pros text questions hereOn this episode of Floc It Friday, Rudy Stankowitz dives headfirst into one of the most overlooked realities in the swimming pool industry: your pool truck may legally qualify as a hazardous materials transport vehicle. Rudy breaks down how everyday pool chemicals like liquid chlorine, muriatic acid, trichlor, cal hypo, cyanuric acid, and even improperly labeled buckets can place pool professionals directly under federal DOT hazmat regulations. From 49 CFR Materials of Trade exceptions to hazmat training requirements, shipping papers, securement rules, placarding, container limits, and chemical compatibility, this episode becomes an eye-opening deep dive into how many pool companies may unknowingly be operating outside federal compliance. Rudy explains why “everybody does it this way” is not a legal defense and why a single roadside inspection could turn a routine service route into a federal violation. The episode also revisits Rudy's alum cyanuric acid removal method and the science behind aluminum complexation with cyanuric acid. Rudy addresses criticism surrounding the process, explaining why the observed CYA reduction cannot simply be attributed to water loss during vacuum-to-waste. He discusses the original research, lab verification by OnBalance, the role of metal complexation, and the parallels between aluminum cyanurate and copper cyanurate chemistry. Rudy also compares aluminum sulfate and lanthanum chloride as phosphate removers, breaking down the chemistry, dosing calculations, pH considerations, and operational trade-offs between the two treatment methods in a way only Rudy can deliver. Later in the episode, Rudy shifts into industry news and commentary, discussing Hayward's gradual discontinuation of legacy ProLogic accessories and what it means for service companies maintaining aging automation systems. He explains why proactive OmniPL upgrades may become a business necessity rather than an option. The show closes with a rapid-fire industry update touching on PoolCorp's executive leadership transition, Pentair and PoolBrain's push toward data-driven service automation, the growing divide between tech-driven companies and “memory-based” operations, and the importance of National Water Safety Month. Throughout the episode, Rudy blends technical education, operational reality, and industry forecasting into a no-nonsense conversation about where the pool industry is headed — and who may get left behind if they fail to evolve. Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:FacebookInstagramTik TokEmail us: talkingpools@gmail.com
This week, Nish and Coco make sense of a bruising local election week, as Labour braces for heavy losses, Reform eyes major gains, and the Greens look to break through in London.They're joined by Will Hayward, award-winning investigative journalist and expert on Welsh politics, to break down what's happening in Wales, where Labour's century-long dominance could be coming to an end. He explains the new Senedd voting system, the rise of Plaid and Reform, and what this election could mean for the future of devolution.Plus: Zoë Grünewald joins to unpack Reform's latest migrant detention centre proposal, Green hopes in the capital, and what a bad night could mean for Keir Starmer.And: should MPs be allowed to drink on the job, or is Parliament's bar tab finally becoming a political problem?GUESTS Zoë Grünewald, political journalistWill Hayward, Cardiff-based investigative journalist USEFUL LINKSGuide to Senedd voting system: https://senedd.wales/senedd-now/senedd-blog/how-will-the-new-voting-system-work-at-the-next-senedd-election/CREDITSRadio 4, Today Show Tiktok, Zia Yusef (@ziayusufuk) Instagram, Hannah Spencer (@hannahtheplumbermcr)Pod Save the UK is an Intelligence Squared production for Crooked Media.Like and follow us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodSavetheUKInstagram: https://instagram.com/podsavetheukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podsavetheukBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/podsavetheuk.crooked.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/podsavetheukX: https://x.com/podsavetheuk
Today, I have the pleasure of speaking with Alex Hayward, Executive Fellow, Family Offices and Private Capital at London Business School. Alex is a seasoned expert in Family Offices, with extensive experience building, reviewing, and optimizing Family Offices across the UK, Europe, the US, Dubai, and Australia. Over the past 15 years, he has analyzed more than 100 Single Family Offices, evaluating their structures, operations, and investment strategies. Alex draws on this broad experience to lead London Business School's work on value creation within Family Offices, examining how leading Family Offices develop their strategy, operations, and culture to support long-term growth. Alex also serves as an independent director to a Family Office in London, supporting a third-generation multi-billion family. Alongside this role he chairs the Family Office Community at Said Business School, University of Oxford, Ownership Project 2.0. Alex is a long-time friend and collaborator of FOX and a valued alumnus of the FOX team. Alex has done significant research into the importance of organizational culture among investment management, and its significance in explaining and driving performance of investment teams. He tells us what his research shows and highlights what both clients and members of investment teams can learn from it. We then focus more narrowly and look at the role of culture within family offices. Alex shares his views on how culture contributes to the value creation at the family office and the ability of family office teams to drive meaningful outcomes for their principals. Impact is frequently among the top objectives that family members seek to pursue individually or collectively with the support of their family office. Alex talks about his work and research on the effect of family office culture on the family's impact strategy, and the ability of family members to find and follow their individual pathways for self-realization and impact. Alex has also studied the effect of grief on the ability of families to make decisions and achieve growth. He shares his findings on how grief and other emotions impact UHNW family strategies and their collective activities within the family enterprise, including investing, philanthropy, social impact, etc. Enjoy this insightful conversation with one of the foremost academics and practitioners in the family wealth and family office space.
A conversation with none other than Mestre Recruta from UCA Hayward. We sat down for a follow-up to reflect on where we stand today, both in life and in capoeira. Recruta speaks about his search for new teaching methodologies, with a special focus on the musical side of capoeira, and shares inspiring stories about his mestre, Mestre Acordeon.
Patty Hayward, General Manager of healthcare and life sciences at Talkdesk, describes how a hybrid model of humans and AI is reshaping healthcare contact centers. Patient access and revenue cycle management are the primary, interconnected challenges for these centers, and modern large-language AI is being used to handle complex scheduling logic. Data analytics helps identify patterns in patient inquiries, predict demand peaks, and move care from reactive to proactive. The expectation is that AI agents will guide patients, becoming a normal and accepted part of healthcare. Patty explains, "I think that the challenge has always been in healthcare that it's difficult to automate things in comparison to other industries. If you call retail, it's very hard to get a human. You're constantly dealing with bots or being deflected to digital front doors versus in healthcare, as much as organizations have tried to push people to the digital apps and MyCharts and different things like that, it's been difficult. And there are good reasons, and there are bad reasons for that." "When you think about scheduling, scheduling really drives your revenue cycle because if people don't come to your organization, you can't bill them for things, you can't bill their insurance. And so your organization has problems with the revenue cycles. That's why I say they're inextricably linked, and it's very important to solve the access problem in order to solve the revenue cycle problem." "So, making sure that you match that patient with the right provider, making sure that you have the right requirements around insurance authorization and things like that. And then, of course, letting the patient understand what their burden will be as far as the charges go for that appointment is all part of the dance, so to speak. And that really requires a large language model that can consume and understand that information. You're right, the decision trees weren't going to work as far as an AI piece goes." #Talkdesk #AgenticAI #AIAgents #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Automation #CustomerServiceAutomation #ValuebasedCare #VBC #PatientExperience #MemberExperience #CustomerExperience #Providers #Payers #HealthcareAI #PatientExperience #HealthTech #ContactCenters #AIInHealthcare #DigitalTransformation #HealthcareInnovation #PatientAccess #RevenueOptimization #HealthcareLeadership talkdesk.com Download the transcript here
Patty Hayward, General Manager of healthcare and life sciences at Talkdesk, describes how a hybrid model of humans and AI is reshaping healthcare contact centers. Patient access and revenue cycle management are the primary, interconnected challenges for these centers, and modern large-language AI is being used to handle complex scheduling logic. Data analytics helps identify patterns in patient inquiries, predict demand peaks, and move care from reactive to proactive. The expectation is that AI agents will guide patients, becoming a normal and accepted part of healthcare. Patty explains, "I think that the challenge has always been in healthcare that it's difficult to automate things in comparison to other industries. If you call retail, it's very hard to get a human. You're constantly dealing with bots or being deflected to digital front doors versus in healthcare, as much as organizations have tried to push people to the digital apps and MyCharts and different things like that, it's been difficult. And there are good reasons, and there are bad reasons for that." "When you think about scheduling, scheduling really drives your revenue cycle because if people don't come to your organization, you can't bill them for things, you can't bill their insurance. And so your organization has problems with the revenue cycles. That's why I say they're inextricably linked, and it's very important to solve the access problem in order to solve the revenue cycle problem." "So, making sure that you match that patient with the right provider, making sure that you have the right requirements around insurance authorization and things like that. And then, of course, letting the patient understand what their burden will be as far as the charges go for that appointment is all part of the dance, so to speak. And that really requires a large language model that can consume and understand that information. You're right, the decision trees weren't going to work as far as an AI piece goes." #Talkdesk #AgenticAI #AIAgents #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Automation #CustomerServiceAutomation #ValuebasedCare #VBC #PatientExperience #MemberExperience #CustomerExperience #Providers #Payers #HealthcareAI #PatientExperience #HealthTech #ContactCenters #AIInHealthcare #DigitalTransformation #HealthcareInnovation #PatientAccess #RevenueOptimization #HealthcareLeadership talkdesk.com Listen to the podcast here
Join women's hormone expert Morgana as she teaches us about the facts and myths of women's hormonal journey. Learn: How to restore hormonal balance in 45 days Why weight-loss research historically being done mostly on men makes a big difference to our understanding The brain changes that happen with puberty, post-partum, and menopause 3 top tips for hormonal balancing 4-7-8 breathing and more! Connect with Morgana: Website: https://thisisntadiet.com Book: Read This When You're Done Dieting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shedwithmorgana/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/ca/en/business-solutions/grow-your-business.page to save up to 50% on your shipping!
Have we hit the "another week, another act of homegrown terror" phase of American history? Spencer Klavan joins Steve and Charles for a roundup of the (relatively) young academic's recent works on subjects ranging from Francis Fukayama's oft-misunderstood thesis to the ascent of figures like Hasan Piker, who hope to microloot our stores of social capital (and Whole Foods, too). The trio also considers the possibilities before the classical education rebellion that's breaking out on campuses. Plus, Cooke and Hayward dive into this week's SCOTUS decision on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, and they see an achievement worth celebrating in the United Arab Emirates' decision to leave OPEC.
In this episode, Ray Cochrane leads with GitHub’s worst reliability month on record and the AI infrastructure pressure behind it. He also covers Warp going open source, Apple’s Mac supply crunch, OpenAI’s goblin tic, the first 1X humanoid factory in the US, Tesla’s Semi finally hitting mass production, Chinese EVs with movie-projecting headlights, the final GPS III satellite, and a quantum researcher who won 1 Bitcoin. – Want to start a podcast? Its easy to get started! Sign-up at Blubrry – Thinking of buying a Starlink? Use my link to support the show. Subscribe to the Newsletter. Email Ray if you want to get in touch! Like and Follow Geek News Central’s Facebook Page. Support my Show Sponsor: Best Godaddy Promo Codes Get 1Password Full Summary Cochrane opens the show with one of the biggest infrastructure stories of the year. GitHub is buckling under unprecedented agentic load, and the world’s largest code host just had its worst reliability month on record. Furthermore, the broader episode threads a clear pattern: AI demand is reshaping infrastructure, hardware supply, and developer tooling in ways the industry did not see coming. GitHub’s Worst Reliability Month on Record GitHub CTO Vlad Fedorov posted an apology on the company blog this week. He acknowledged the platform’s recent failures and committed to a new priority order: availability first, then capacity, then features. Meanwhile, an April 23 merge queue regression silently produced wrong squash commits across 658 repositories and over 2,000 pull requests. Additionally, an Elasticsearch cluster crashed on April 27 after a botnet attack, and GitHub Actions went down on April 28. Outside reconstructions put April uptime under 85 percent. However, GitHub’s own status page stays in the 99 percent range because it does not count degraded performance as downtime. Cochrane notes that GitHub originally planned a 10x capacity increase and has now revised that to 30x in eight months. Mitchell Hashimoto, GitHub user 1299 since 2008, also announced he is pulling his Ghostty terminal off the platform entirely. Warp Terminal Goes Open Source Under AGPL Warp open-sourced its AI-first terminal client this week under the AGPL license. Their contribution model leans heavily on agents handling code, planning, and testing while humans focus on direction and verification. However, Cochrane pushes back on that framing. He argues the recent GitHub problems show that human approval alone is not enough oversight for agent-driven workflows. Additionally, he notes that the more hands-off developers get, the less they can mentally model their own systems. Apple Caught Flat-Footed by Local AI Demand Tim Cook told Wall Street on the Q2 FY2026 earnings call that Mac mini and Mac Studio supply will be constrained for several months. Both machines turned out to be popular local AI workstations, which Apple did not predict. Consequently, Apple discontinued the 512GB Mac Studio upgrade in early March and raised the 256GB upgrade by $400. Some upgraded configurations now show 4 to 5 month delivery estimates. Cochrane connects the demand spike to the OpenClaw wave and his own recent OpenClaw scare, where his install started making suspicious outbound requests. Furthermore, he is in no rush to lean into local agentic tooling given the constant prompt injection and security issues in the space. OpenAI Explains the Goblin Obsession After GPT-5.1 launched, ChatGPT users noticed the model could not stop saying “goblin.” OpenAI traced the bias to the optional Nerdy personality, which was 2.5 percent of all responses but produced 66.7 percent of all goblin mentions. The reward signal during personality training quietly favored creature metaphors. Then the bias leaked into the rest of the model through later supervised fine-tuning. OpenAI retired Nerdy in March, filtered creature words from training data, and added an explicit Codex system prompt rule: never talk about goblins, gremlins, raccoons, trolls, ogres, or pigeons. Cochrane frames this as the beauty and disaster of pattern matching. Additionally, he notes that LLM behavior is not editable like static code; it can only be patched, and the patches stack up over time. Sponsor: GoDaddy GoDaddy has been sponsoring this show for over twenty years. Economy hosting starts at $6.99/month, WordPress hosting at $12.99/month, and domains at $11.99. Use codes at geeknewscentral.com/godaddy for exclusive deals and to directly support the show. 1X Opens America’s First Vertically Integrated Humanoid Factory Bloomberg reports that 1X Technologies opened a 58,000 square foot humanoid robot factory in Hayward, California. The Norway-founded, OpenAI-backed company is calling it America’s first vertically integrated humanoid factory. Their goal: 10,000 NEO home humanoids in year one, with a 100,000 unit target by end of 2027. Furthermore, the first 10,000 unit allocation reportedly sold out in five days when pre-orders opened in October. NEO sells for $20,000 outright or $499 per month. Cochrane is skeptical that humanoids solve a real problem for the average household. However, he sees genuine potential for elderly and disabled users. Additionally, he flags privacy and data collection concerns about robots that have to perceive everything in your home. Tesla Semi Rolls Off the High-Volume Line Tesla rolled the first Semi off its 1.7 million square foot factory adjacent to Gigafactory Nevada on April 29. The Long Range version delivers 500 miles at $290,000, while the Standard Range hits 325 miles at $260,000. Additionally, the Long Range supports the 1.2 megawatt Megacharger that restores 60 percent of range in about 30 minutes. The factory targets 50,000 trucks per year, though analysts project 5,000 to 15,000 deliveries in 2026. Cochrane opens with a recent personal experience. He saw a semi truck on the freeway with the entire cabin removed from the engine, an unusual failure mode he had never seen before. Furthermore, he questions the actual environmental benefit of electric trucking given grid sourcing and battery mineral concerns. The reveal was 2017, and high-volume production is now nine years after that announcement. Chinese EVs With Headlights That Project Movies Huawei’s XPixel headlight system can now project full-color movies up to 100 inches in front of the car. The technology debuted in full color on the Aito M9 and is rolling out across Stelato S9, Qijing GT7, and Luxeed V9 MPV. Additionally, the same hardware powers real safety features: adaptive driving beam, lane-change path projection, and pedestrian crossing direction signaling. Meanwhile, US regulations only approved adaptive driving beam in February 2022. Pixel-addressable projection systems are not covered by current FMVSS rules at all. Consequently, even if these cars sold in the US, the headlights would have to be downgraded to be street legal. The Final GPS III Satellite Reaches Orbit SpaceX launched GPS III SV-10, the tenth and final GPS III satellite, on a Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral on April 21. GPS III delivers signals 3 times more accurate and 8 times more resistant to jamming than the previous constellation. It also adds the L1C signal, which interoperates with Galileo, BeiDou, IRNSS, and QZSS, plus M-code military encryption. Up next, GPS IIIF launches start in 2027 with up to 22 satellites deploying through about 2037. IIIF adds laser inter-satellite links and optical reflectors for centimeter-level satellite tracking. Cochrane loves this kind of quiet infrastructure win that powers global economics without anyone noticing it. Researcher Wins 1 Bitcoin for a Quantum Attack on Crypto Independent Italian researcher Giancarlo Lelli won Project Eleven’s 1 Bitcoin Q-Day Prize on April 24. He derived a 15-bit elliptic curve private key from its public key using a variant of Shor’s algorithm on rented cloud quantum hardware. Furthermore, the previous record was 6 bits, set in September 2025 on an IBM 133-qubit machine, so this extends the record by a factor of 512. However, Bitcoin uses 256-bit elliptic curve cryptography, so real wallets are not at risk yet. Additionally, other researchers have pushed back on the result. Their criticism: a 15-bit search space is only 32,767 possibilities, which a laptop can brute-force in milliseconds. Project Eleven defends the milestone as a stepping stone for demonstrating Shor’s algorithm running end-to-end on real quantum hardware. Gemini Now Generates Real Files Google rolled out file generation for the Gemini app. Users can now generate PDFs, Word docs, Excel spreadsheets, Google Workspace files, CSV, LaTeX, plain text, RTF, and Markdown directly from a chat prompt. Additionally, files can be downloaded to device or exported straight to Google Drive. The feature is globally available to all Gemini app users. Google Illuminate Turns Papers Into Podcasts Google Illuminate is the experimental Labs tool that converts academic papers into roughly five-minute two-voice podcast-style audio. Generation takes about 30 seconds, with a 20-per-day cap and a 30-day library. Additionally, transcripts are interactive and clickable for jumping to specific moments. Cochrane likes it as an index for triaging papers but pushes back on using it to replace deep reading. He argues that real technical material like clustering logic needs a real read, not a summary by AI podcasters. Cochrane closes with show housekeeping and a callout to Pocket Casts and True Fans as solid modern podcast apps. Have a great night, and happy June. The post GitHub, Goblins, Ghostty, and GPS III #1863 appeared first on Geek News Central.
Mindy Simons, Executive Director for Hayward Lakes Visitors and Convention Bureau, joins Lisa Dent to talk about Hayward Lakes. Simons shares that game fishing season begins this weekend. If you’re looking for something off the water, Hayward Lakes offers birding, hiking, biking, pickleball and more. To find out more, visit their website.
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Get access to The Backroom (100+ exclusive episodes) on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OneDimeThis is a Backroom episode being released publicly as a window into what 1Dime patrons get regularly. Dr. Jane Hayward, Lecturer in China and Global Affairs at the Lau China Institute, King's College London, joins for an honest accounting: Trump's tariffs, labour conditions, the real estate collapse, Belt and Road, and why decades of “China is about to collapse” coverage keeps ageing poorly. Most conversations about the Chinese economy talk past the real questions. The Western press cycles through collapse predictions that never land. The online left points at high-speed rail and calls it socialism. Neither camp is seriously reckoning with what China's model actually is, what it costs workers, or what it implies geopolitically. If you have never heard a Backroom episode before, this is what over 100 exclusive conversations sound like. Become a patron for full access.Timestamps:00:00:00 Intro / 1Dime Radio Bumper00:03:22 Welcome to the Backroom00:07:01 Why So Many on the Left Romanticize China00:17:06 Labour Conditions, State-Controlled Unions, and Worker Rights00:26:22 Trump's Tariffs: Reindustrialization Rhetoric vs. Geopolitical Containment00:39:28 Belt and Road — Is “Debt Trap Diplomacy” Real?00:52:59 China's Real Estate Collapse Explained01:00:14 Why “China Is About to Collapse” Keeps Getting It Wrong01:09:25 Hukou Reform, Urbanization, and the Urban-Rural Divide01:13:42 Civil Society, NGOs, and Internal Policy Debate Under XiGUEST: Dr. Jane HaywardLecturer in China and Global Affairs, Lau China Institute, King's College London• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@janehaywardchina• Website: https://www.janehaywardchina.co.uk/FOLLOW 1Dime:• Substack https://1dimereview.substack.com/• X https://x.com/1DimeOfficial• IG https://www.instagram.com/1dimeman• Channel https://www.youtube.com/@1DimeeLeave a like, drop a comment, and give the show a 5-star rating on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen to this.#China #ChineseEconomy #ChinaEconomy
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The fastest way to level up as a pool service pro is to steal the little “route truths” that only show up after years in the field. We walk through Pool Guy knowledge volume four with practical pool maintenance tips that cut callbacks, reduce equipment failures, and save real time every week.We start at the skimmer because that's where so many problems begin. Skimmer lids can hide surprises, including black widow spider nests in the recessed top area, so we talk about simple skimmer safety habits that protect you on route. Then we get tactical: how to identify skimmer brands by the lid markings, why older locking skimmer baskets can become a headache, and why skimmer baskets often float up when the pump shuts off.From there, we focus on keeping debris out of the pump and avoiding unnecessary pump basket cleanouts. We break down the “river rock” trick to hold the basket down, why size matters for safety, and how skimmer socks (skimmer filters) can catch fine debris before it reaches the pump.We wrap with equipment-room wins: an easier way to get large filter lids seated, why RV-grade silicone spray can outperform messy lubricants for filter tank O-rings, what to do when a lid still leaks, and how to protect your arms from fiberglass shards on aging filter lids using long sleeves or a simple plastic wrap barrier. • spotting and avoiding black widows under skimmer lids • identifying skimmer brands by the lid markings and carrying the right spares • replacing older locking Waterway baskets with standard baskets to prevent jams • stopping skimmer baskets from floating with a 2.5 to 3 inch river rock • zip-tying PoolRx units so they do not get tossed during basket cleanouts • reducing pump basket cleanouts with skimmer socks and better leaf canisters • quick pump priming using a large filter air bleeder on compatible filters • seating heavy filter lids using RV-grade silicone spray on tank O-rings • handling older Hayward filter O-ring quirks and preventing leaks • avoiding fiberglass itch with long sleevesSend us Fan MailSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
Salt cell replacement should be a quick fix, but the pricing and quality gap between OEM parts and online “generic” options can turn it into a costly decision. We break down how we think about saltwater chlorine generator choices when you are looking at the big names like Hayward, Pentair, and Jandy, and when it actually makes sense to consider an off brand system or an aftermarket replacement cell without sacrificing reliability.We talk about what the industry lost when CMP Power Clean was discontinued, then dig into two real alternatives that deserve attention: AutoPilot, a proven saltwater system with a strong following in parts of the East Coast, and Circupool, an online-first brand with long warranties, long rated cell life, and a price point that often beats the big three. We also touch on where saltwater pool technology is heading with more automation, including systems that pair ORP and pH monitoring with an acid pump to keep chlorine output and water balance steadier with less hands-on work.If you are tempted by a $200 Amazon salt cell, we lay out the tradeoffs clearly, including review quality, expected durability, and what happens when the return window closes. For pool service pros, we get practical about managing risk: when to recommend OEM, when an aftermarket option like a Hayward-compatible Circupool replacement can be a smart play, and why we often have the customer buy non-OEM parts directly so warranty issues do not land on the service company. • why CMP Power Clean cells earned trust and what changes after discontinuation• AutoPilot as a proven alternative with strong regional support and commercial options• Circupool systems as an off brand with long warranties and long rated cell life• Core Control style automation with ORP and pH sensing plus acid feed• Hayward AquaRite replacement options including the Circupool CIR-GEN9• what to expect from generic Pentair IntelliChlor replacements on Amazon• why Jandy TrueClear often makes OEM the simplest choice• why wholesale suppliers rarely carry generic salt cellsSend us Fan MailSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
Send us Fan MailIn Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Coach Chris Wilson and bodybuilding expert Lee Hayward shift from awareness to action — breaking down exactly what men over 40 need to do to rebuild strength, energy, and momentum in their lives.After exposing the hidden role of inflammation in Part 1, this episode dives into the daily habits, priorities, and principles that separate men who thrive from those who slowly decline.Chris and Lee unpack why exercise must become a non-negotiable foundation, not an afterthought… and how most men are unknowingly sabotaging their results through small, consistent mistakes — especially in their evening routines, recovery habits, and social behaviors.They reveal the often-overlooked “secret weapon” for recovery and growth, discuss why motivation fades (and how to fix it), and share a practical blueprint for getting maximum results with minimal wasted effort. You'll also learn why the simplest tools tend to be the most effective, how subtle nutrition tweaks can create outsized impact, and the hidden risks that quietly chip away at your long-term health and performance.This conversation reinforces a powerful truth: it's not about doing more — it's about doing what matters most, consistently.If Part 1 helped you understand why your body may not be responding… Part 2 gives you the clarity and direction to finally move forward with purpose. Time Stamps0:00 – Part 2 kicks off: What really shifts after 400:15 – Why exercise should always come first1:54 – Priorities most men completely miss2:59 – The secret weapon for recovery and growth4:00 – The hidden trap that kills motivation7:15 – Nighttime habits quietly sabotaging results8:52 – The surprising damage of small habits11:15 – A blueprint almost no one shares12:35 – How to get massive results with minimal effort14:08 – The principle that keeps progress moving17:16 – Daily habits that change everything19:19 – Why the simplest tools often work best22:43 – Nutrition tweaks with outsized impact24:14 – A subtle adjustment that amplifies results25:48 – The hidden risk almost everyone ignores29:15 – Social habits quietly holding you back34:19 – A daily practice more powerful than supplements37:05 – The non-negotiable step after 4041:26 – Know the secret to adding years of vitality43:21 – One small shift, massive ripple effect47:00 – Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast! Resources:Lee Hayward Official WebsiteLee Hayward's Total Fitness Bodybuilding Connect with Lee:Instagram Connect with Chris:April 3-6 25% Off with code HEISRISEN25www.criticalbench.comwww.criticalnutritionlabs.com April 3-6 25% Off with code HEISRISEN25www.criticalbench.comwww.criticalnutritionlabs.comSupport the showConnect w/ Critical Bench: YoutubeFacebookInstagramCriticalBench.comCriticalNutritionLabs.comStrongByDesignPodcast.com
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H.R. McMaster joins Steve and Charles to take stock of the war in the Middle East. Though a tank man by training, H.R. is no stranger to thinking about our capabilities and how they stack up against our foes—both the enemy in Iran and the aggressors backing them up. Plus, Cooke and Hayward can't help but feel a bit of relief that there's a bit less Erlichian misanthropy in the world; consider newly reported accusations against Caesar Chavez that could prove fatal to the progressive hero's reputation; and they round the necrologies out with a salute to the immortal Chuck Norris. Sounds from this week's open: Cesar Chavez at UCLA in 1972, Paul Erlich (Growth Busters, 2007) and Chuck Norris on… Chuck Norris (Full Measure, 2017)
"Don't be like this mama, walking in at 38 years old to find out she has 5 follicles... I could have gone at 31 to find out my options"If you've ever wondered whether you should freeze your eggs, check your fertility before trying for a baby, or learn more about IVF, this episode is for you.We are chatting with fertility specialist, Dr. Heyward of Spring Fertility, to break down what fertility clinics actually do, how egg freezing works, and why understanding your reproductive options earlier can make a huge difference.We talk openly about fertility testing, IVF, egg reserve, and the emotional side of family building. And because this chat is FOR YOU, we cover why fertility education is especially important for Black and brown communities and LGBTQ+ families, and how access to accurate information can empower people to make the best decisions for their future.We're chatting about:The truth about egg freezing and preserving your reproductive potentialWhy fertility education is critical for women in their 30s and 40sFertility options for single women, couples, and LGBTQ+ familiesWhy access to fertility care matters for Black and brown communitiesThe emotional realities of fertility treatment and family buildingHow to know when it's time to explore your fertility optionsWhether you're planning for kids now, later, or just want to understand your options, this chat will help you take control of your reproductive potential and make informed choices about your fertility journey. Visit SpringFertility.com to book an initial Fertility Consult and use this code NicoleWalters when scheduling to save $150 off your consult.Connect with Nicole:Chat with Nicole over on Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersWatch Tell Me More on YT: http://nicolewalters.com/youtubeEpisode Sponsor:Visit springfertility.com and use code NICOLEWALTERS for $150 off your initial fertility consult (virtual or in person).Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sonia Pernell explores Pamela's move to America via Leland Hayward, her Broadway ventures, her friendship with JFK, and financial instability following Hayward's 1971 death. 5.