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How does biodynamic farming transform a vineyard into a thriving, interconnected ecosystem? What do wild orchids reveal about the health of a vineyard? How do France's preschool lunches help to create a nation of gourmets? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Caro Feely, author of the terrific memoir Grape Expectations: A Family's Vineyard Adventure in France.   You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of her terrific book, Grape Adventures. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose three people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights How did Caro's daughter's medical emergency shape her perspective on risk? Why did Caro feel like a bad mom in the early years of the winery? How has living in France influenced Caro's approach to food and wine? When did Caro realize the wine business was becoming financially viable? What are some of the most interesting aspects of biodynamics? What's the significance of wild orchids in a vineyard? Which wine would Caro pair with her favourite childhood food, marmalade on toast? Why would Caro want to share a bottle of wine with Al Gore?   Key Takeaways As Caro explains, often biodynamics is just picked on as a woo woo, but really, it's about listening to your land and being present. Biodynamics is organics, plus. It's essentially three things: It's working with plant and animal-based sprays to keep the vineyard healthy, using the biodynamic calendar to do things at the right moment. It's about listening to what's going on in the sky. We all notice the sun, but all the other bodies in the sky also have an impact. Lunatic comes from the fact that the moon does have an effect on us. The final thing is to think of your farm as a whole farm system as a living thing where everything is connected. We can't just look at the vine on its own, like a unit of production. It is a living thing, and it is a vibrant living environment. Caro says that when they bought the farm in 2005, it was conventionally farmed. They started organic farming and in 2008 the wild orchids came back. The systemic fungicides had worked their way out of the soil. Essentially, our soil health was coming back. The mycorrhizae, the fungi growing symbiotically with the roots of the vine, helps them to extend their network, to get more nutrients. However, mycorrhizae will not be there if you're using systemic fungicides. Caro loves France's respect for food and for taking time to enjoy it. There's a tradition in the country where everybody, no matter what they do, is somewhat of a gourmet and knows about food and wine. She thinks it does go back to schools with their three-course lunch when they're two and a half at preschool.   About Caro Feely Caro Feely is a writer, yoga teacher, wine educator and organic farmer. She leads authentic, personalized and educative wine tours, wine courses, walking tours and yoga retreats near Bordeaux in France. She is a published author, an engaging speaker, a registered Yoga Alliance yoga teacher, a WSET* wine educator, and a professional with many years of workshop, presentation, teaching, and management experience. Caro offers accommodation, tours and yoga at her organic farm in Saussignac.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/339.

In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler takes a deep dive into one of the most controversial—and commonly misunderstood—topics in skin health: iodine and its connection to acne.For decades, iodine has been viewed with suspicion in the acne community, often blamed for breakouts and inflammation. But is the science really that clear-cut? Robyn unpacks the history behind iodine's bad reputation, including the impact of flawed mid-20th century research and the rise of halogen competitors like bromide and fluoride that may be complicating the picture.Drawing from clinical experience, current physiological understanding, and the limitations of conventional testing, Robyn explains how iodine—when used properly and alongside companion nutrients—can actually play a key role in improving skin, supporting thyroid function, aiding detoxification, and regulating hormones.If you've been told to avoid iodine-rich foods or are curious about how this essential nutrient might be impacting your skin, this episode offers a much-needed, evidence-informed perspective.Curious if iodine is a missing piece in your skin health puzzle? Discover how personalized testing and clinical insight can help uncover the root causes of your breakouts.Get root cause answers with data - check out our Acne Labs Panel!Highlights:How outdated research and anecdotal claims have led to widespread misinformation.Understanding how iodine interacts with bromide, fluoride, and chlorine at the cellular level—and why this matters for skin health.Why selenium, magnesium, and vitamin C are essential when considering iodine supplementation.The lesser-known ways iodine contributes to hormonal regulation and histamine metabolism.Comparing iodine intake and thyroid health trends in the U.S. versus countries like Japan, where iodine consumption is significantly higherHow The Clear Skin Lab assesses iodine status safely and effectively using comprehensive lab work.Connect with Robyn:Instagram: @nutritionbyrobyn Website: https://www.theclearskinlab.com

In this episode, I sit down with Joe Pantozzi to expose how the financial system is designed to favor the banks—and how even smart, hardworking people often end up playing by rules that were never meant to help them win. We dive into the hidden costs of toxic debt, the illusion of “good credit,” and the subtle traps that drain your wealth without you realizing it. This conversation is all about clarity—so you can stop leaking money and start taking control. I also share how truly successful investors think differently, and why the smartest thing you can do right now may be to completely reorder your financial priorities. If you're serious about making your money work harder for you and your family, this episode is a game-changer.   Highlights   How to recognize and dismantle wealth transfer systems [01:18] The truth about how Visa and MasterCard generate billions [05:13] Why now is the perfect time to rethink your financial strategy [07:21] The real question: Is it really about rate of return? [10:04] How to identify and eliminate toxic debt [14:59] Are you forcing new ideas into outdated financial beliefs? [16:12] How to turn financial obstacles into long-term opportunity [19:54] The steps to build a foundation that never moves backwards [22:05] Links and Resources from this Episode https://www.practicalwealthadvisors.com https://www.practicalwealthsolutions.net/ Email Curtis for a free report - curtmay@gmail.com  Call his office - 610-622-3121 ERC Tax Credit - https://ercspecialists.com?fpr=curtis75 Schedule a call with Curtis: https://aptwithcurtis.as.me/Strategysession CashFlow Mapping: https://practicalwealth.cashflowmapping.com/lp/PWbudgetsstink  Connect with Joe Pantozzi joe@alphaomegawealth.com  https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-pantozzi-941a073/  https://alphaomegawealth.com/  Special Listener Gift Schedule a 15-Minute Call with Curtis: https://aptwithcurtis.as.me/Strategysession   Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here   Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Click here to subscribe with Apple Podcasts  Click here to subscribe with Spotify Click here to subscribe with RSS  

The difference between staying stuck and breaking through is the size of the question you're asking. In this episode, Lori and I break down how small and reactive questions keep you in survival mode and how upgrading your questions can TOTALLY change your results. We share the mindset that helped us rebuild from nothing, the million-dollar question that changed everything, and why staying in “small question” mode keeps you stuck. Remember, if you want different results, it starts with changing the quality of your questions.   HIGHLIGHTS How your gut health affects your skin! Why success starts with the questions you're asking. The question that helped Lori and I go from broke to building a million-dollar income. What your questions reveal about your belief in what's possible for you. Examples of “big” vs. “small” questions you can start asking today.   RESOURCES Looking for mentorship? Join the waitlist for our NEW Mentor Collective mastermind. Make More Sales in the next 90 days - GET THE BLUEPRINT HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

What makes vine growing and winemaking so physically demanding? What are the hidden dangers of winemaking that most wine lovers never hear about? Why are some winemakers choosing to label their wines as Vin de France rather than follow strict appellation rules? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Caro Feely You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of her terrific book, Grape Adventures. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose three people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights How did Oprah Winfrey influence Caro and her husband to follow their dream of owning a vineyard in France? What was behind the decision to leave their corporate jobs for winemaking, which was such a different career? Why did Caro choose Bordeaux and Saussignac in particular? What were the main criteria that Caro and her husband sought when choosing a vineyard? Were there any transferable skills from the corporate IT world that were helpful in running a winery? What was the most surprising hurdle Caro and her husband had to overcome to buy their winery? How does Caro handle the tension between making wines she believes in versus what will pass official approvals or market trends? Why did Chateau Feely want to be classified as Vin De France? How physically demanding is winemaking? What are some of the funniest and most surprising animal-related episodes that have happened at the winery?   Key Takeaways As Caro explains it involves heavy machinery, tractors, attaching things to tractors, moving heavy pipes and other equipment around. Even hand picking grapes is a fairly active sport. Removing the vine shoots or suckers at the base of the vine is a big job and backbreaking. They don't want them to grow because they take nutrients from the grapes. Caro says that many wine lovers don't realize how dangerous winemaking is. There are four killers of wine makers. The first one was asphyxiation by CO2. In the fermentation, CO2 is created. If you don't have a way for it to get out of the closed spaces, you're going to get asphyxiated. The second one is falling from height particularly if a little bit of CO2 has escaped and made you a little lightheaded. The next one is machinery, so horrific things like falling into a harvest trailer. Electrocution because you're working with liquids and high electricity. Caro says that almost all of her wines are labelled Vin de France because she felt that so many of the appellation rules were not about the quality of the wine. She wanted to be free of those unnecessary constraints. For example, one biodynamic winemaker got kicked out of the appellation system because he had weeds under his vines. He handpicks his grapes so it actually doesn't matter if they're weeds under the vines. If you machine pick, the machine will kind of suck up the weeds. Caro would much rather have some weeds than have to use synthetic weed killer. Even when it comes to Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé and Premier Grand Cru Classé, some growers got more appellation points for having a parking lot for tour guests than they received for being certified organic.   About Caro Feely Caro Feely is a writer, yoga teacher, wine educator and organic farmer. She leads authentic, personalized and educative wine tours, wine courses, walking tours and yoga retreats near Bordeaux in France. She is a published author, an engaging speaker, a registered Yoga Alliance yoga teacher, a WSET* wine educator, and a professional with many years of workshop, presentation, teaching, and management experience. Caro offers accommodation, tours and yoga at her organic farm in Saussignac.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/338.

How to go from a tiny studio to a thriving small business, all while raising two kids and dealing with life-changing crises?Join me for an inspiring conversation with Hannah Perry, founder of The Giggling Pig Arts and Pottery Studios, to learn about her amazing entrepreneurial journey. HIGHLIGHTS:➡️ How to build a business with no background in #entrepreneurship ➡️ Recovering from a devastating disaster and a life-changing challenge➡️ Hannah's key to success is how she picks franchisees➡️ The role of community support in small business➡️  How to achieve happiness with no regrets Connect with Hannah: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-perry-a8117b23/Web: http://www.thegigglingpig.com/

I don't care what your business model is - creating THIS will be a game changer! I'm talking about low ticket offers! As your new business bestie, I'm sharing how this strategy has transformed my path from struggling to selling high ticket items to becoming a seven-figure entrepreneur. We'll explore why low ticket products are the ultimate starting point for beginners and why even seasoned business owners should consider adding them to their product suite. With a low barrier to entry, minimal maintenance, and high profit margins, these digital products can create a steady stream of income while building a loyal customer base. Tune in and discover how you can start making money and building confidence in your business today. HIGHLIGHTS How changing my focus from high ticket to LOW ticket offers changed my business. Benefits of low ticket offers from minimal maintenance to high profit margins. Tips for building a loyal and warm customer base. The essential strategy for creating a low ticket offer that sells.   RESOURCES + LINKS Join the community - Abundant Ambition Academy! Create Your own Digital Product - get the Passive Profit Playbook! Learn more about selling on social + creating your own digital offers - https://abundantambition.com/   FOLLOW Brie Groves: @briegroves

In this special crossover episode of the Not Ready for Primetime Project, hosts Gary Seith and Brad Robinsonwelcome some of the team behind the SNL Hall of Fame podcast — jD, Thomas Sena, and Bill Kenney — for a heartfelt conversation on the history, impact, and legacy of the Hall as it enters its final season.Together, they explore the show's origins, the behind-the-scenes evolution of the format, memorable guest appearances, and what it means to preserve the legacy of Saturday Night Live through curated, fan-driven storytelling. It's a retrospective filled with gratitude, laughs, and some surprising moments of reflection.

One small shift can be the difference from unleashing your potential or letting excuses kill your dreams. I'm sick of seeing people self sabotaging because they're waiting to feel some kind of magical flow or alignment before taking action. We'll talk about the action steps to take to create true success. No matter your age, background, or current situation, you've got powerful tools at your disposal. Listen in to learn how to stop the excuses, and start leveraging your own unique entrepreneurial superpowers.    HIGHLIGHTS How to focus on your unique advantages, not your limitations. The key to recognizing your current success. The power of relationship capital in life and business. Why momentum matters more than perfect conditions for success. Collaboration trumps individual skills in business growth.   RESOURCES Looking for mentorship? Join the waitlist for our NEW Mentor Collective mastermind. Make More Sales in the next 90 days - GET THE BLUEPRINT HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Frello: @frello_app  

Welcome to episode 2 of our retreat special mini series to celebrate our upcoming retreat in partnership with Yogable, The Money Sleepover this June! In this episode, we're exploring your "money eras" and why it's valuable to consciously view your money in seasons. What will be your next money era, and how can you make it happen?Highlights:How we can get stuck in a rut with money, sometimes we need an overhaulThe role of upgrading your mindset along with your lifeAre you just “coasting” / living on autopilot?-The Money Sleepover is the ultimate women's financial wellness retreat, with all the fun of a sleepover from your youth, but for grown ups. Think: private chef, a sauna, yoga sessions, mindful crafts, facilitated money conversations and empowering finance workshops to help you live a life of joy and purpose.We have a handful of spots left for the retreat, so get yourself booked in here: https://www.yogablewellbeing.com/themoneysleepover Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn all about how a Community Leader uses data to solve the world's problems, one data conference at a time.In the latest episode of Data Podcast for Nerds!, we talk with Phoenix, who shares an inspiring journey from studying statistics to becoming an analytics engineer. Phoenix offers fantastic insights perfect for anyone exploring a career in data, showing how to be a leader as an individual contributor. We explore how unique past experiences are a superpower in data, how community helps you thrive, and some cool ways AI can actually be your learning buddy!Highlights

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How did Rosé get a bad reputation as not being a “real” wine? How did Marcel Ott revolutionize the world of Rosé wine? Why is Grenache a popular grape for making trendy pale Rosés? How do Rosé's beautiful bottles both help and hurt its reputation? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Rasmus Emborg and Jens Honoré, the author and photographer, respectively, who have published Rosé Revolution. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Highlights How did Jens and Rasmus develop a love for Rosé? What does Rasmus find most satisfying about owning a vineyard? Why did Jens and Rasmus want to produce their book independently? Why did Jens choose to photograph the winemakers in black and white, using an analog camera? What was the most challenging aspect of writing Rosé Revolution? Why was Marcel Ott's pioneering decision to treat Rosé as a wine in its own right so radical in 1912? Why did Rosé have such a bad reputation? What makes Grenache such a good grape to make Rosé? Are there benefits to the shape of the iconic Domain Ott bottles? What are some of the wildest bottle Rosé designs Jens found in researching Rosé Revolution? Why does Rasmus believe we'll see more Rosé being sold in brown bottles in the future? What role do ultra-premium Rosés play in the market? Beyond great quality, what factors have made Whispering Angel so successful?   Key Takeaways Rosé wine is made from red wine grapes, and it's the skin that gives color and tannin to the wine. If you let the wine ferment with the skin, you end up with a red wine. Rosé wine was produced as an afterthought, rather than with the intention to make it. This is part of why Rosé has had a bad reputation because it's been considered a byproduct. Marcel Ott was fascinated by Rosé wine because he thought that this was a wine that had the taste of the grapes most precisely. Marcel Ott was the first one to choose the variety of grapes that gave the best Rosé, to position the vineyards in the best possible way to make good Rosé and to choose the harvest time with the ambition to make the best possible Rosé. Grenache is a grape with thin skins and very little pigment so it brings little color to the wine. This is the kind of Rosé wine that is the most trendy these years. It's pale, dry, crisp wine, what we call the Provence style. But also, Grenache has this natural sweetness that applies well to the Rosé wine category as well. Rosé, with its beautiful colour in a transparent, creatively designed bottle, looks great on the shelves in the liquor store. It looks good on Instagram. And I think this is a part of the popularity of Rosé. At the same time, it's also a reason why the bad reputation of Rosé wine remains with some of the wine establishment. At the same time, it's much easier to recycle brown glass than clear glass.   About Rasmus Emborg & Jens Honoré Rasmus Emborg is a journalist who has worked in the media industry for over 25 years. He is the author of Beer Brothers (2019), about twin beer brewers Mikkel Borg-Bjergsø and Jeppe Jarnit-Bjergsø. He and his wife own a small vineyard in Provence. The grapes are mainly used for rosé wine, and the production takes place at a local cooperative. Jens Honoré is a photographer who has worked in the advertising industry for 30 years. In 2018, he published A Place to Dream for SOS Children's Villages, and in partnership with Jens Vilstrup, he published the book, Farewell to a Black/White World about the UN's 2015 Sustainable Development Goals. He has also contributed to Building a Dream about LEGO owner Kjeld Kirks Kristiansen's realization of LEGO House. In 2021, he published The Right to Food about homeless people's relationship with food. Jens lives in New York and as a wine enthusiast, has followed the trend of increasing enthusiasm for rosé wine with great interest.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/336.

Want to know how to spot opportunities when everyone else sees obstacles? For this special episode, I'm sharing a LIVE Q&A I did at Jillian Murphy's Infinity event to reveal the exact strategies the most successful entrepreneurs are using to thrive right now, and give you a brutally honest look at the current economic climate. You'll learn how to adjust your business approach, maintain resilience through setbacks, and understand why your perspective is your most powerful asset. If you're feeling stuck or uncertain about your next move, this episode is your roadmap to pushing through and creating success.   HIGHLIGHTS How to increase your risk tolerance. Why you need to be innovating to decide your product's true potential. How to spot opportunities (especially in challenging economic times.) What to delegate to stay focused on your top priorities. Ways I stay positive despite challenges in business. RESOURCES Looking for mentorship? Join the waitlist for our NEW Mentor Collective mastermind. Make More Sales in the next 90 days - GET THE BLUEPRINT HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Frello: @frello_app Jillian: @thejillianmurphy

In this week's inspiring episode, I sit down with my longtime friend, JJ Ruescas, for a conversation about growth, courage and living life as an experiment. JJ's journey is a beautiful example of what can happen when we let go of who we think we're supposed to be and allow ourselves to evolve. From traveling the world to discovering new passions like breathwork and conscious leadership, JJ shares how small experiments - and bold leaps -have shaped his path toward greater authenticity and freedom. We discuss shedding old identities, moving through fear and listening to the quiet pull of intuition. JJ's story reminds us that transformation doesn't require perfection - it requires trust, curiosity and a willingness to step into the unknown. Highlights: *

What if the biggest thing holding your business back is... YOU? In this episode, Lori and I talk about how to recognize when you're the problem and how to become the solution. We break down questions you need to ask yourself that will help you shift from stuck to scaling fast. We also dive into how your energy sets the tone for your entire team, why staying stuck in “pretty good” guarantees you'll get left behind, and why proximity, mentorship, and massive action are your shortcuts to success.   HIGHLIGHTS How trying to "save money" cost us millions. Why “doing it yourself” is keeping you broke and stuck. Why hiring the right team members accelerates your growth. How avoiding uncomfortable decisions drains your business. How your energy and habits directly influence your team's performance. How to know if your team is mirroring your energy (for BETTER or WORSE). How to align your calendar with your actual goals. The hidden cost of tolerating mediocrity in your business. Why proximity and mentorship fast-tracks success.   RESOURCES Looking for mentorship? Join the waitlist for our NEW Mentor Collective mastermind. Make More Sales in the next 90 days - GET THE BLUEPRINT HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

Ever feel like something's holding your body back—but you can't quite pinpoint what it is? In this episode of Inside the Wave, Perry sits down with Keith Shimon, co-founder of Body Activation and a specialist in performance training, injury recovery, and human adaptation. Keith's been in the game for decades—working with NFL athletes, MLB players, and everyday folks chasing better movement. He shares how to actually figure out what your body needs to perform, recover, and adapt for the long run—whether you're a beginner in BJJ or a black belt managing years of wear and tear. Highlights: - How to identify hidden weaknesses before they lead to injury - What “adaptation” really means (and how to train for it) - Why exercise is your most powerful tool for long-term recovery Keith's approach isn't just science—it's personal. From helping his dad through ALS to guiding pro athletes through injury, he's developed a practical system that bridges healing and high performance. This is a must-listen if you're serious about staying on the mats, training smarter, and making real progress. Plus: Keith shares a free self-assessment grid you can start using today. Check it out here! Learn more about Keith: @keithshimon body-activation.com

When's the last time you gave yourself permission to dream bigger than your calendar? In this episode, Lori and I share the questions and strategies we use to design the life we actually want to live. We talk about why fun, curiosity, and alignment are key ingredients in the life you're building. Plus, we break down what it really means to clear the runway so your goals can actually take off.    HIGHLIGHTS How we spark fresh possibilities with a playful game. Our four‑step roadmap to transform any dream into action. Strengthen relationships using prompts that uncover and align hidden ambitions. Keep your dream‑building muscle strong with energizing mindset shifts. What we've been working on for our NEW mastermind.   RESOURCES Looking for mentorship? Join the waitlist for our NEW Mentor Collective mastermind. Make More Sales in the next 90 days - GET THE BLUEPRINT HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

Is chalky soil really the secret to great English wine—or just clever marketing? What makes it so difficult for English wine to break into the North American market? Is it time for a classified system of English wine? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Henry Jeffreys, author of the award-winning book Vines in a Cold Climate. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of his terrific book, Vines in a Cold Climate. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose three people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights How did Henry become a wine critic for The Lady, a women's magazine? What was it light to interview wine pioneer Stuart Moss? How did Henry's skepticism about biodynamics nearly cause a problem with Gérard Bertrand? What inspired Henry to write Empire of Booze? What was the most surprising thing Henry learned while researching the book? How did Henry's first experience of English wine go? What unusual vineyard experience totally changed his perception? How much wine does England produce? Where are the main wine regions in England? Are the benefits of the chalky soils in certain parts of England overrated? Is it time for a classified system of English wine?   Key Takeaways We always hear about the chalk or the White Cliffs of Dover. Do you think that has an influence or is it overrated? Henry thinks it is overrated and it was the story that sold. It was a good marketing angle, and they thought that it was the best place. He thinks almost everything else is more important than whether it's chalk or clay, and once you've got everything else right, then you can argue about that. Henry observes that selling to Canada and the US is quite complicated. If you sell to Japan, you can get just one person to import it. Whereas in North America you have complicated systems by state and province. You need somebody on the ground selling. Plus, Nova Scotia makes a similar style of sparkling wines. California has some pretty good sparkling wines. And then once the English bubblies land in the market, the price is pretty much the same as Champagne. Why would you unless you wanted something quite unusual, right? Henry says that there is now a PDO, or Protected Designation of Origin, a European geographical indication for one county, which is Sussex. But it's really too early for it, because they've only been making quality wine there for 30 years. The appellation contrôlée is, ideally, codifying hundreds of years of tradition. Plus, a lot of producers buy from different counties. So Nyetimber will have vineyards in Kent and Sussex and Hampshire. So that makes a nonsense of it. And also, there's sort of bits of Sussex that are very much like Kent, so you so there's no point drawing a line where the old county barrier is. It's like, it'd be like, sort of cutting the Médoc in half. It doesn't really make any sense. I think the only place where it makes sense is Essex, because you've got the soil.   About Henry Jeffreys Henry Jeffreys worked in the wine trade and publishing before becoming a writer. He's a contributor to Good Food, The Guardian, Harpers Wine & Spirit, and The Spectator, wine columnist for The Critic magazine, and has appeared on radio, TV, and The Rest is History podcast. He won Fortnum & Mason Drink Writer of the Year in 2022 and is the author of four books, including Empire of Booze and Vines in a Cold Climate, which was shortlisted for the James Beard awards and won Fortnum & Mason drink book of the year. Along with Tom Parker Bowles, he hosts the Intoxicating History podcast. He lives in Faversham, Kent, with his wife and two daughters.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/334.

In this episode, Alessandra talks with Elizabeth Brunner, founder and CEO of Stereotype Kids, a gender-inclusive clothing brand inspired by her own twins. Elizabeth shares how her journey as a mom and entrepreneur led her to question traditional gender norms and launch a brand focused on self-expression and individuality. With her children as co-founders, she's building a movement that empowers kids to be their authentic selves. HIGHLIGHTS How her twins inspired the idea for Stereotype Kids Why she made the leap from sustainable fashion to a purpose-led brand The role of her kids as co-founders and creative collaborators The mission behind offering gender-inclusive clothing Challenges she faced building the brand from the ground up Her new children's book Me is All I Want to Be Advice for other entrepreneurs: follow your heart and trust the process RESOURCES + LINKS If you have any other tips or ideas leave a comment or shoot me a DM on Instagram. Website – www.stereotypekids.com Instagram – @stereotypekidsofficial FOLLOW US @quotablemediaco @quotablemagazine   Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur Podcast is the podcast by and for female entrepreneurs and business owners. For any show ideas, to submit a guest to the podcast, or if you have any questions, please visit quotablemediaco.com/podcast. Did you love this week's episode? Leave us a review wherever you're listening right now! Or, comment on this week's episode's Instagram post with how this has inspired you!  

Love it? Have a question or comment? Click here to send me a direct message! SummaryIn EP15, I travelled to the U.S. Georgia, to chat with John Hankins — a giver, a licensed social worker, certified financial therapist, and former IT professional — about his unique journey through life, work, and the evolving relationship we have with money.John shares how his childhood and family traditions shaped his views on financial responsibility, generosity, and purpose. After retiring from a long career in IT, he reinvented himself in his 70s as a financial therapist, helping others — especially those NGO and those midlife and beyond — navigate the emotional side of money.We also explore John's deep desire to give back in his life - from putting giving back as a family value to becoming a kidney donor. It's a conversation about purpose, reinvention, and the many ways we can live a meaningful life.Highlights:How early life experiences shape money habitsReinventing your career after retirementFinancial anxiety in retirement yearsLiving with purpose and curiosityHow the process of becoming a kidney donor actually saved his life (!)Keywordschildhood, family legacy, storytelling, giving, money, finance, life after retirement,  grandparents, relationships, memories, creativity, personal growthSupport the showIntrigued by the conversation? Get involve using the following ways: Buy your life story recording and become a Beyonder! Join the Beyonder family on Patreon or Become a podcast member for as little as 3 GBP per month to get exclusive the Now and Then Beyonders' pictures and contents. You can ask questions and nominate Beyonders to be on the show. Follow us @ Beyondhood on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn Email me at gobeyondelderhood@gmail.com

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Hello to you listening in Thornton, Colorado!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate  Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently I had the privilege to share the mic with my friend and colleague Lori Murphy, the host of SHEThrives: Influential Women podcast. If you are ready for some good positive influence, supporting each other, and lifting each other up so that together we can celebrate the wins and conquer the difficulties, this episode is for you!Highlights:• How a life unfolds unexpectedly over time  • Origin Story: how you got from there to here in your life• Importance of military service as a US Navy nurse• Role of a heartfelt story achieving justice for the injured• Fall Down 7 - Get up 8 - Taking Risks & Using Your VoiceEPISODE NOTESClick HERE to access our conversation & transcript on YouTubeAdd a 5-star rating and great review on Apple; it helps us all! And be sure to subscribe to Lori's podcast to keep up with her episodes, guests and help grow another deserving woman-hosted podcastContact Lori MurphyEmail: lmcempowerment @gmail.com  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/lori.a.dowli...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lori_murphy...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loria.murphy?...Website: https://www.lorimurphycoaching.comYou're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. Be sure to stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website, check out the Services, arrange a Discovery Call, and Opt In to stay current with me as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

375 Practicing What You Preach It's important in life, whether you are running your own business or in your daily life, to practice what you preach. Not only do you avoid being seen as hypocritical but often the best person to give you advice is you. Consult with other coaches and counselors, ask the opinions of those you love and value, do whatever you need to in order to put yourself on the path to fulfillment and success. In today's episode Sarah Elkins and Mike Trugman discuss practicing their own advice, as well as the importance of doing what you will say you will in order to put yourself in a better environment that will help you grow and thrive.    Highlights How do you approach your own self learning and self development? What do you need to do more of to bring yourself more fulfillment? Are you in a place that lets you grow and thrive? Or do you need to find somewhere new to grow?   Quotes “We think we're really sneaky, or really good at hiding these aspects of ourselves but there is no separate ‘I'm playful over here' ‘I'm not playful over here.' you are who you are.” “In some capacity we have helped people with public speaking, each of us.” “We've been conditioned for the most part in our society that to be successful you need to be relentlessly hard on yourself, and give up a lot of aspects of your life. And I love to work with people who are doing the courageous work of: What if I were really kind to myself? What could life look like if I was kinder and gentler to myself? And almost in a way, allowed my success to unfold, rather than something I need to grasp and control and attain. And if I lived that way, how would that make my personal relationships and the rest of my life better?” “You can have everything you want in your life and also feel good about yourself at the same time, and it doesn't have to be one or the other. Which is what I think a lot of us are taught and believe.”   Dear Listeners it is now your turn, I would love for you to think about a time when something went sideways for you. I know we all have episodes that went a little sideways. But when was a time where things really went sideways for you and someone showed up to be your guide? It might've been in a negative way, it might've been somebody who did something so bad that you chose a different path in spite or to spite this person. But more than likely, you hit a point where things went so sideways that only somebody who loves you could help guide you out of that. Think about that moment, write it down, collect that story because as Mike said; it's not all about I did this and now I'm here, it's what obstacles did you overcome to get here? Because that's the story that inspires.  And, as always, thank you for listening.    About Mike Mike Trugman is a Professional Life and Career Coach who helps his clients move from fear to thriving with purpose, passion and fulfillment. He hosts a top 3% podcast, Mike's Search for Meaning, dedicated to mastering what it means to be human. As someone who used to sweat and shake at the prospect of speaking up in a small meeting, he knows that we can all achieve beyond our wildest dreams with consistency and hard work. Before coaching and podcast hosting, Mike's background was in public accounting. He has over 10 years of public accounting experience, with a focus on financial services (hedge fund and private equity) clients. Mike currently lives in the greater New York City area with his wife and son. He loves reading, learning, cooking, spending lots of time outdoors, watching his beloved but usually struggling Knicks and Jets, and connecting with his friends and family. Be sure to check out Mike's LinkedIn and Instagram! As well as his website Mike Trugman Coaching, and Calendly to schedule an appointment! About Sarah "Uncovering the right stories for the right audiences so executives, leaders, public speakers, and job seekers can clearly and actively demonstrate their character, values, and vision." In my work with coaching clients, I guide people to improve their communication using storytelling as the foundation of our work together. What I've realized over years of coaching and podcasting is that the majority of people don't realize the impact of the stories they share - on their internal messages, and on the people they're sharing them with. My work with leaders and people who aspire to be leaders follows a similar path to the interviews on my podcast, uncovering pivotal moments in their lives and learning how to share them to connect more authentically with others, to make their presentations and speaking more engaging, to reveal patterns that have kept them stuck or moved them forward, and to improve their relationships at work and at home. The audiobook, Your Stories Don't Define You, How You Tell Them Will is now available! Included with your purchase are two bonus tracks, songs recorded by Sarah's band, Spare Change, in her living room in Montana. Be sure to check out the Storytelling For Professionals Course as well to make sure you nail that next interview!

Have you been feeling unexpected ⚡️ shifts in your energy,

Menopause can sneak up on you, turning everyday tasks into overwhelming challenges. One moment you're thriving, and the next, you're questioning your memory, your confidence, and your health.When Tamsen Fadal found herself on the bathroom floor during a live news broadcast, she had no idea menopause was to blame. Brain fog had been chipping away at her confidence for months, and no one had prepared her for what was happening. After countless appointments and endless Google searches, she realized that so many women suffer in silence, simply because they don't have the right information.In this episode, we discuss the real struggles of menopause — from the frustrating search for answers to the overwhelming amount of misinformation online. Tamsen shares how she finally found the right treatment, including hormone therapy and testosterone, and why she's dedicated her career to helping women take charge of their health.We also explore the role of advocacy, the dangers of predatory wellness trends, and how partners can play a vital role in supporting women during this transition. Tamsen's powerful story is a reminder that you don't have to suffer alone — there are answers, and it starts by asking the right questions.If you've ever felt dismissed by your doctor or overwhelmed by conflicting advice, this episode is for you.Highlights:How a terrifying on-air episode led Tamsen to uncover her menopause symptomsThe emotional toll of brain fog and memory loss — and how it impacts confidenceWhy hormone therapy and testosterone became game-changers in Tamsen's journeyThe surprising role partners can play in helping women navigate menopauseHow Tamsen turned her experience into a powerful documentary and book to help othersIf you found this episode helpful, please like, comment, and subscribe to the podcast. Giving a review on Apple Podcasts helps spread the word and empowers more women to advocate for their health.Get in Touch with Tamsen:WebsiteInstagram LinkedInGet in Touch with Dr. Rahman:WebsiteInstagramYoutube

My guest for Episode #525 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Christopher R. Chapman. He's an experienced agile coach and consultant with a background in software development and agile transformation. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Since founding Derailleur Consulting in 2010, he has guided teams and leaders in adopting agile frameworks like Scrum and Kanban while integrating applied systems thinking inspired by Deming and other thought leaders. Christopher is also known for cultivating communities through initiatives such as #SystemsThinkingTO and for sharing his insights in his popular Substack newsletter, The Digestible Deming. In this episode, Chris and I discussed our upcoming collaborative workshops--"From Noise to Knowledge, Executive Leadership Through Data Driven Insight"--scheduled for May 13 in Toronto and June 17 in Cincinnati. We highlighted how the sessions will blend experiential learning, such as the Red Bead Experiment, with practical tools like process behavior charts to help leaders decode variation and improve decision-making. The conversation emphasized the Deming philosophy as a core framework, exploring how leadership behaviors and systemic practices directly impact team performance and overall organizational quality. We also noted the engaging social aspect of the workshops, mentioning optional outings to local MLB baseball games as an opportunity for continued dialogue. The discussion then shifted to our personal journeys with continuous improvement, agile methodologies, and the evolution of leadership roles. Chris shared insights from his transition from software development to coaching senior management, focusing on moving beyond traditional, isolated team interventions toward a holistic, systems-oriented approach. We both underlined the need for leadership to embrace a mindset shift--recognizing that issues within teams often reflect broader organizational constraints. We also debated common pitfalls, such as misinterpreting data due to superficial analyses, and argued for using robust, statistical tools to establish meaningful insights, setting the stage for transformative change in management practices. Questions, Notes, and Highlights: How do Deming's principles transform executive leadership and team performance? What key insights does the Red Bead Experiment offer for practical improvement? In what ways do process behavior charts enhance decision-making in complex systems? How can agile methodologies and Deming's philosophy be integrated effectively? What systemic issues underlie team challenges, and how should leadership address them? How can statistical process control complement traditional metrics in agile environments? What strategies enable leaders to shift from reactive problem-solving to proactive system improvement? How do extrinsic incentives impact collaboration and quality within teams? What methods best embed systems thinking into agile practices? How can workshop formats foster lasting changes in leadership mindsets? This podcast is part of the #LeanCommunicators network. 

This episode was originally released on 2/15/2018. While new episodes of Breaking Walls are on hiatus I'll be going back and posting the older episodes beginning with this episode on the birth of radio. —————————— In Breaking Walls Episode 76, we pick up our story on the history of American dramatic radio after the sinking of the Titanic in April of 1912. The time between 1912 and 1922 saw three competing interests battle for control of the wireless airwaves as wireless telegraphy transitioned into radio broadcasting. These three interests were big private business, individual HAM radio operators, and the US Government. Highlights: • How the Titanic's Sinking changed Guglielmo Marconi's business • The Radio Act of 1912 - What it portended • Charles Herrold and KCBS San Francisco • Lee Deforest sells out to AT&T • Edwin Howard Armstrong invents regeneration, and later the superheterodyne receiver • War comes to Europe • The Navy takes over wireless • How World War I caused radio technology to boom • AT&T, Westinghouse, General Electric, and the newly formed RCA make a deal • David Sarnoff's Rise to power • KDKA and the birth of regular broadcasting • Todays' introduction music of Metamorphosis No. 2 was arranged for harp and vibraphone by David DePeters and played by Elizabeth Hainen. You can pick up her album, Home: Works for Solo Harp on iTunes and Amazon, and listen on Spotify and Pandora. Her website is ElizabethHainen.com and she is on youtube @Elizabethhainenharp The WallBreakers: http://thewallbreakers.com Subscribe to Breaking Walls everywhere you get your podcasts. To support the show: http://patreon.com/TheWallBreakers The reading material for today's episode was: • Inventing American Broadcasting 1899-1922 by Susan J. Douglas • Empire of the Air by Tom Lewis • A Pictorial History of Radio's First 75 Years by B. Eric Rhoads • Hello Everybody! The Dawn of American Radio by Anthony Rudel • The Network by Scott Woolley

In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler takes a deep dive into the role of antibiotics in acne treatment—how they work, why they're commonly prescribed, and the long-term effects that are often overlooked. While antibiotics can temporarily reduce acne by targeting bacteria and inflammation, they do not address the underlying causes, leading many individuals to experience recurring breakouts once treatment stops.Robyn explores the impact of prolonged antibiotic use, including microbiome disruption, mitochondrial damage, and antibiotic resistance. She also discusses key insights into what it means if antibiotics worked for your acne—or if they didn't—and what that can reveal about your skin's true root causes.If you've been prescribed antibiotics for acne or are considering them, this episode provides essential information to help you make an informed decision about your skin health. Tune in now!Looking for a more sustainable path to clear skin? Explore The Clear Skin Lab's free course, where Robyn outlines a science-backed approach to identifying and addressing acne at the root cause. Get started at theclearskinlab.com/freecourse !Highlights:How antibiotics manage acne and why they don't provide a long-term solution.The impact of antibiotics on gut health, immune function, and mitochondrial energy production.Why acne often returns after stopping antibiotics.What your response to antibiotics can reveal about the root causes of your acne.Alternative approaches to addressing acne by focusing on skin health at a deeper level.Connect with Robyn:Instagram: @nutritionbyrobyn Website: https://www.theclearskinlab.com

FACT – If you don't have enough time, you won't have enough money. Today, Lori and I discuss how your relationship with money is directly related to your relationship with time. We unpack how a lack of one compounds into a lack of the other – and vice versa. We share what you can do instead to reinvest your time and energy, break free from scarcity, and save your mental bandwidth for the things that matter most. Here's how you can 10x your growth financially, just by buying back more of your time.   HIGHLIGHTS How glōci boosts your gut-health to heal your skin. The interconnected relationship between your time and your money. Examples of how we bought back our time and energy. How mending your relationship with time can 10X your income. Ways to support your partner going through a season of scarcity.   RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. Want to grow your email list - Get Over 240 Free Lead Magnets HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

What is unique about Famille Perrin in France's approach to running their family wine business? How do traditional wine families differentiate their brands and market their wines in a crowded marketplace? How has the Gaja family of Italy made significant contributions to winemaking and the Piemonte community? What is unique about Famille Perrin in France's approach to running their family wine business? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Fiona Morrison. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of her terrific book, 10 Great Wine Families: A Tour Through Europe. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose two people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights How did the Frescobaldi family make a massive impact on the arts in their transition from banking to wine? What were the Frescobaldi family's connections to famous figures like Dante Alighieri and Galileo? How has Angelo Gaja and the Gaja family made significant contributions to winemaking and the Piemonte community? Why is the Liger-Belair family's vineyard often known as the greatest in the world? What is unique about the Famille Perrin's approach to running their family wine business? How has Álvaro Palacios proven Garnacha's place as the climate change grape? How do traditional wine families differentiate their brands and market their wines in a crowded marketplace? Do these families view their wines as luxury goods?   Key Takeaways How do traditional wine families differentiate their brands and market their wines in a crowded marketplace? Simplicity and being true to their roots are two key factors Fiona points out. The labels have become much cleaner and are much more sober these days than they were in the past. The Torres family of Spain have done huge amounts on climate change and carbon neutrality and regeneration. In fact, they are, once again, this year, the most admired wine brand. I think it's very important to show that you're paying your dues and you're doing research. It shows how much they are rooted in their heritage and their history. How has the Gaja family of Italy made significant contributions to winemaking and the Piemonte community? If you want to go and taste a Gaja, you need to make a contribution of 300 euros to their various charities they support. Piemonte is still quite a poor region, and so they want to give back to the community and to the area what they can. Of course, people who drink Gaya wines, which are very expensive, can afford to give a charity donation. It's quite unusual, but I think it's a good solution for them. What is unique about Famille Perrin in France's approach to running their family wine business? There are seven or eight children from the two brothers, Francois and Jean Pierre. Every single one of them has a job in the winery, with each handling a different aspect of the business. This solidarity between so many children, working together, laughing together, tasting together. This is a blueprint for how to run a family business.   About Fiona Morrison MW Fiona Morrison is an international Master of Wine, author, writer and wine merchant who lives in Belgium and Bordeaux and holds both British and Belgian nationalities. She became a Master of Wine in 1994 after studying in America and France. Fiona is married to Jacques Thienpont of Le Pin and currently runs the Thienpont family wine merchant business in Belgium and France. The family owns three estates on Bordeaux's right bank: Le Pin (Pomerol), L'IF (St Emilion) and L'Hêtre (Castillon). Winner of several awards for her writing, including the James Beard Award, her latest book, "10 Great Wine Families", has been published internationally.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/327.

371 The Frequency Of Fear   It's easy to be afraid. To stick our heads in the sand and watch another episode of a show that we like to ignore what's going on. But if we do that than we can never grow. We're all afraid, but we must act through our fear, refuse to be compliant, refuse to be quiet, and enforce the change we want to see in ourselves and the world around us.   In today's episode, Sarah Elkins and Nir Megnazi discuss the use of fear in driving us forward and how important it is to work with our fear and through it. Highlights How are you anchoring someone in time? What frightening experiences still warp and control your perceptions to this day? Are you lacking compassion for yourself? Are you kind to others but unkind to yourself, especially your past self? There's no way to hold space for someone and the emotions they feel if they are not communicated. Learn to work with fear. Fear is normal.    Quotes “Courage does not exist without fear.”  “The way I approach these memories is with a lot of compassion to ourselves, which is what we're lacking first, is compassion to ourselves.” “Working with our fear is effective. And within our fear.” “We serve people, not businesses.” “What do we want for our kids? We want to help them grow to be responsible human beings, healthy, with values, and to be a good person in this world. A contributing person in this world. But we are a work in progress.”   Dear Listeners it is now your turn, I'm curious. I would love to hear in the comments, what are you working on? What is something in your past that you've uncovered that has continued to create ripples, uncomfortable ripples, in your life? What is the pattern you can uncover based on an experience you had, like Nir's where you were bullied as a kid, like mine where you were not able to afford both milk and eggs. What is your fear, or what is generating something that has consistently created a pattern of disconnect and discomfort in your life? And how are you going to approach it? How are you going to identify the emotions that you feel as a result of it, the triggers you experience as a result of that? And how will you embrace them so you can move forward? And, as always, thank you for listening.    About Nir Nir Megnazi is an executive coach and leadership development expert who combines over two decades of experience as an engineering leader and military officer with emotional intelligence coaching. He co-created Intel's award-winning leadership coaching program, which earned Intel the International Coaching Federation's prestigious Prism Award and has contributed over $1 billion in operating margin improvements. Nir helps leaders develop the critical human skills needed for today's complex business environment, specializing in building high-trust, high-performing teams and enhancing communication effectiveness. His integrated approach fuses technical leadership with emotional intelligence, helping executives expand their influence, lead with empathy, and drive remarkable results.  Be sure to check out Nir's LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram! As well as his Newsletter and Website!   About Sarah "Uncovering the right stories for the right audiences so executives, leaders, public speakers, and job seekers can clearly and actively demonstrate their character, values, and vision." In my work with coaching clients, I guide people to improve their communication using storytelling as the foundation of our work together. What I've realized over years of coaching and podcasting is that the majority of people don't realize the impact of the stories they share - on their internal messages, and on the people they're sharing them with. My work with leaders and people who aspire to be leaders follows a similar path to the interviews on my podcast, uncovering pivotal moments in their lives and learning how to share them to connect more authentically with others, to make their presentations and speaking more engaging, to reveal patterns that have kept them stuck or moved them forward, and to improve their relationships at work and at home. The audiobook, Your Stories Don't Define You, How You Tell Them Will is now available! Included with your purchase are two bonus tracks, songs recorded by Sarah's band, Spare Change, in her living room in Montana. Be sure to check out the Storytelling For Professionals Course as well to make sure you nail that next interview!

In this illuminating episode we sit down with healer, life guide & intuitive, Nicole Bills, for a heartfelt exploration of spiritual awakening, ancestral healing & stepping into alignment with your true self. Nicole shares her spiritual  journey—one that began in childhood with natural healing abilities but was later suppressed due to societal conditioning. From early experiences of channeling divine energy as a child to navigating a “Great Remembering” later in life, she opens up about the challenges, fears & breakthroughs that shaped her path. Nicole's wisdom is both practical & mystical, offering insights for anyone navigating their own awakening. Highlights: *

You don't get the big payoff by keeping one foot in and one foot out — it happens when you go ALL-IN. In this episode, Lori and I break down the reality of what it takes to fully commit to your goals, whether in business, fitness, or relationships. We share what it really looks like to be all in, the sacrifices we made, and the long-term rewards that made it all worth it. I also share my story about how my commitment to Frello and Lori with her fitness and why those growing pains set us up to win big. Plus, we break down the flow state myth and how you can reap the rewards on the other side.   HIGHLIGHTS How glōci sets you up for success overnight. The reality of what it really means to go all-in (the rewards and the sacrifices). What it looked like for us to go all-in on our fitness & business goals. How to build a solid foundation during an all-in season. When the right time to go all-in is.   RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. Want to grow your email list - Get Over 240 Free Lead Magnets HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

How do you tame a grape like Merlot which actually has higher sugar and alcohol levels than Cabernet Sauvignon? What's the little-known history behind the cult wines of Le Pin in Bordeaux that sell for as much as $10,000 a bottle when first released and then go up from there at auction? Why is it an advantage to have many stakeholders in family-owned estates? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Fiona Morrison, author of the terrific book 10 Great Wine Families: A Tour Through Europe. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of her terrific book, 10 Great Wine Families: A Tour Through Europe. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose two people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights How did studying literature at the University of Exeter spark Fiona's interest in the wine industry? How did Fiona meet her husband, Jacques Thienpont of Le Pin? What's the history behind the renowned Le Pin wines? How would Fiona characterize the 2023 and 2024 vintages of Le Pin? What is it like managing the limited production and high prices of Le Pin? How Le Pin tames Merlot grapes into its highly sought-after wines? What were the challenges Fiona faced in writing about the Thienpont family of which she is a part? How does Fiona's book, 10 Great Wine Families, differ from other books on similar topics? Which aspects of Maurice Healy's book, Stay With Me Flagons, inspired Fiona's writing? What are some of the elements that characterize successful multi-generational wine businesses? How did Fiona choose which ten families to profile in her book?   Key Takeaways How do you tame a grape like Merlot which actually has higher sugar and alcohol levels than Cabernet Sauvignon? Merlot is a grape that can be very fleshy, Fiona observes. It doesn't like hot weather. It likes to keep its feet wet. If you shade the fruit a bit and let the grapes ripen, this dappled light effect, then you get a lovely balance, and elegant wine. But if you crop strongly and take off the leaves, the wine can get quite vulgar quickly, very sugary, much more jammy. There's much more sugar and alcohol in Merlot than there is in Cabernet, which may surprise some people. So when we tame Merlot, what we do in the cellar is very little pumping over. We use infusions rather than pumping over and soaking the grapes to get the maceration, like when you've got your tea bag in your tea. You have to wet the cap so that it doesn't get dry and tannic. But you're just doing that. You're not punching down or anything like that. What's the little-known history behind the cult wines of Le Pin in Bordeaux that sell for as much as $10,000 a bottle when first released, then go up from there at auction? As Fiona explains, Le Pin means pine tree. The estate was called Chateau du Pin before Jacques bought it in 1979. It's a fairy tale story. He had heard from his uncle, who had their sister estate, Vieux Chateau Certan, that a magical one hectare of land was coming up for sale. And the family thought it was too expensive to buy, so Jacques, who wasn't married at the time, said, well, one hectare, it's a vegetable garden, I think I can manage that myself. He started off very modestly with a barrel borrowed here, a tank borrowed there, and very artisanal winemaking. Then all hell broke loose in a good way with the release of the 1982 vintage which was tasted by top US expert Robert Parker and it became one of Parker's first 100 point wines. And the rest is history. Why is it an advantage to have many stakeholders in family-owned estates? Fiona notes that much of the book is about how you resolve family conflicts in a business and how you prepare the next generation to take over. She says that having lots of shareholders is actually easier than having just one or two heirs, who face a lot of pressure to take over in the business when in fact they may not want to. Whereas, if you've got 120 shareholders, chances are there's at least a few that are actually interested in wine, and will go into it. Lamberto Frescobaldi, who is 30th generation of his family, has instituted a very strict qualifying process for anyone who wants to come into the business. They have to be wine lovers, university-educated and have some business and wine experience. So you can't just be to the manor born. You really do need to have paid your dues before you get into this business. It's not a privileged business. It's probably one of the most complicated businesses, and it's very easy to lose money and it's quite difficult to make money.   About Fiona Morrison MW Fiona Morrison is an international Master of Wine, author, writer and wine merchant who lives in Belgium and Bordeaux and holds both British and Belgian nationalities. She became a Master of Wine in 1994 after studying in America and France. Fiona is married to Jacques Thienpont of Le Pin and currently runs the Thienpont family wine merchant business in Belgium and France. The family owns three estates on Bordeaux's right bank: Le Pin (Pomerol), L'IF (St Emilion) and L'Hêtre (Castillon). Winner of several awards for her writing, including the James Beard Award, her latest book, "10 Great Wine Families", has been published internationally.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/326.

In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler takes a comprehensive look at hormonal birth control and its complex relationship with acne. While birth control is commonly used to prevent pregnancy, it is also often relied upon as a solution for acne. But does it truly address the underlying causes of acne, or is it merely masking the symptoms? Robyn breaks down how hormonal birth control works to suppress acne, why it may be effective for some individuals but not others, and the critical difference between suppression and treatment.Robyn explains the science behind hormonal birth control's impact on hormone levels, particularly its effects on estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, and how these imbalances contribute to acne. She also addresses what happens when you stop birth control, the potential for rebound acne, and why understanding your root causes is essential for lasting skin health.This episode provides a deeper understanding of how hormonal birth control influences your skin and offers valuable insights into what steps to take for a more sustainable approach to clear skin. Tune in now!Highlights: How birth control works to suppress acne, and why it doesn't solve the root cause.Understanding the relationship between estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone in acne development.Why some types of birth control can worsen acne for certain individuals.The potential for acne flare-ups when discontinuing birth control and strategies to manage it.How hormonal imbalances might be linked to underlying health factors and how to address them for long-term skin health.Connect with Robyn:Instagram: @nutritionbyrobyn Website: https://www.theclearskinlab.com

It's 2025, and it's time to rethink how the words we use every day impact our work and relationships. Let's dive into the language that holds us back—like “try,” “we'll see,” and “it's fine”—and how to replace it with something that drives real accountability and results.Welcome to a new year and a new opportunity to fine-tune your communication. The words you choose can either build trust or break it, inspire action or create confusion. In this episode, we're cutting through the clutter to show you why phrases like “try,” “we'll see,” and “it's fine” are sabotaging your workplace relationships and what to say instead.We're sharing personal stories, practical examples, and actionable tips for leveling up your conversations with your team, customers, and even yourself. From setting clearer expectations to eliminating excuses, this episode is all about how we can use our words to build stronger connections and drive better results.Whether you're leading a crew, managing a team, or just trying to make life run smoother, this is the conversation you didn't know you needed to hear.Highlights:How “try” sets you up for failure—and what to say instead.Why “we'll see” is just another way of saying “no” (without actually saying it).The hidden inefficiency of “circle back” and how to avoid it.How “help” can make people defensive—and why “support” works better.The dangerous comfort of saying “it's fine” when things really aren't fine.It's a new year, and your communication deserves a fresh start. Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who's ready to drop the excuses and start communicating with clarity. Let's build a better 2025 together!Connect with us:Steve Doyle:WebsiteLinkedInEmailBrad Herda:WebsiteLinkedInEmailThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrpOP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

My guest for Episode #523 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Mike Eisenberg. He's been a filmmaker since 2010 with his production company, Tall Tale Productions, after completing his B.A. in Journalism at Marietta College in Ohio. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Mike's father, Dr. John Eisenberg, was a leader in national patient safety efforts as the director of the Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ) until his passing in 2002. His legacy is prevalent throughout Mike's presentation, as well as his approach. His new documentary, released last September, is titled “The Pitch: Patient Safety's Next Generation.”  He previously joined us in Episode #329, where we discussed his film "To Err is Human." In 2006, Mike was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the MLB Draft and played 3 seasons of professional baseball before beginning his filmmaking career. He now speaks at hospitals, universities, and conferences, where his insight provides a new perspective on a problem that persists across the globe. In today's episode, we explore the evolution of patient safety and the transformative role of technology in healthcare. The conversation dives into how innovations—from advanced command centers to cutting-edge virtual reality and AI applications—are redefining how hospitals prevent and respond to medical errors. The discussion challenges the conventional blame-and-shame approach and instead highlights the importance of building systems that foster trust and resilience among healthcare professionals and patients alike. We also examine the nuances of integrating technology into complex healthcare environments, discussing how effective communication, standardized protocols, and smart design can work together to minimize human error. Drawing insightful parallels with industries like aviation, the episode offers a fresh perspective on the critical need for systemic improvements and the potential for new technological solutions to drive the next generation of patient safety. Questions, Notes, and Highlights: How is technology transforming patient safety in healthcare? What role do advanced command centers, virtual reality, and AI play in preventing medical errors? How can healthcare shift away from a blame-and-shame culture? What strategies build trust and resilience among healthcare professionals and patients? How do effective communication, standardized protocols, and smart design minimize human error? What lessons can be learned from the aviation industry regarding safety and error management? What challenges arise when integrating technology into complex healthcare environments? How can innovation drive the next generation of patient safety? This podcast is part of the #LeanCommunicators network. 

In this episode, I chat with Chuck Garcia, the founder of Climb Leadership International. Chuck coaches executives of Fortune 500 companies on public speaking and emotional intelligence. He is an Adjunct Professor in Columbia University's Graduate School of Engineering and teaches in their professional development and leadership program. Chuck is also a passionate mountaineer. He is the author of the book A Climb to the Top: Communication & Leadership Tactics to Take Your Career to New Heights, and more recently, his latest book, The Moment That Defines Your Life: Integrating Emotional Intelligence and Stoicism when your Life, Career, and Family are on the Line.Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Highlights* How did you first become interested in Stoicism?* What misconceptions do you think people might have about Stoicism?* Why do you think Stoicism is important today?* What's your book The Moment that Defines your Life about?* What is a moment that defines your life?* Are there any connections, for you, between Stoicism and mountaineering? * What aspects of Stoicism do you think are most relevant to executive coaching?* How do you see the relationship between Stoicism and emotional intelligence* How do you think Stoicism might help people to avoid getting so angry?* What's a good way for people to begin learning about Stoicism and applying it in their life?Links* Website: https://chuckgarcia.com/* A Climb to the Top * The Moment that Defines your Life Thanks for reading Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life at donaldrobertson.substack.com/subscribe

Send us a textIn this episode Gen X journalist Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Niamh Daly, a yoga educator, menopause specialist and the creator of Yoga for Menopause & Beyond teacher training. Based in Ireland, she helps women worldwide navigate perimenopause and postmenopause with evidence-based, body-first yoga practices. Her latest book offers an empowering, realistic approach to movement for midlife women.

Introduction Why is the Languedoc a hotbed of experimentation, and what does that mean for the wines you drink? What role have white and rosé wines played in the transformation of the Languedoc wine scene? What prompted the shift from mass-produced table wines to higher-quality appellation wines in Languedoc? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Rosemary George. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of her terrific book, Wines of the Languedoc. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose two people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights How did the Languedoc's appellations come to be and why were they relatively late to the game? Why is ​the Languedoc a hotbed of experimentation, and what does that mean for the wines you drink? How did the monastic houses contribute to winemaking in the Languedoc region? What is the historical significance of the Canal du Midi? Which Languedoc food and wine pairings should you try? What role have white and Rosé wines played in the transformation of the Languedoc wine scene? What prompted the shift from mass-produced table wines to higher-quality appellation wines in Languedoc? How has the introduction of clay amphorae and concrete eggs influenced Languedoc winemaking? What changes does Rosemary expect to see in the region over the next 5-10 years? How can you make the most out of a visit to the Languedoc region? Which Languedoc wine would Rosemary pair with her favourite childhood food, baked beans? Why would Rosemary love to be able to share a bottle of wine with author Jane Austen?   Key Takeaways As Rosemary explains, the Languedoc has far fewer rules and higher yields than other appellations or regions in France. People who don't want to conform to the rules can try different grape varieties. They also have the broad designation of Vin de France that allows for just about anything you want to do. It's the reputation of your name that sells your wine. She believes that Vin de France in the Languedoc from a grove with a certain reputation is going to be interesting. You may not like it, but there will be a reason why it's not conforming, for whatever reason. So that's interesting. Rosemary observes that the Languedoc produces twice as much Rosé as Provence. It's a large area, whereas Provence is quite small in comparison. Provence tends to produce very pale roses, and those specializing in rosé are quite special. White wines originally weren't important in the Languedoc, and the early appellations were red. But regions like Saint-Chinian and Faugères now produce white white wines in designated areas that weren't recognized until 2004. Rosemary believes that it was probably the falling consumption of wine in France that prompted higher quality wines. When France used to drink a phenomenal amount of wine per capita, wine was produced by cooperatives aiming at bulk production. However, growers leaving the cooperatives want to do something more individual. They recognized they had some really good vineyard land. Some of the pioneers of quality included Gerard Bertrand, who started aging wine in barrels. That sort of snowballed. Newcomers are attracted to the area because land prices are not that expensive so you can buy vineyards. You can't do that in Chablis.   About Rosemary George MW Rosemary George has been in the wine industry for 52 years. She passed the prestigious Master of Wine exam in 1979, making her one of the first female MWs in the world. In 1981, she started writing about wine as a freelancer and has subsequently authored fourteen books, including those on New Zealand, Tuscany, Chablis, Faugeres, the Languedoc and Roussillon.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/325.

This might rub you the wrong way, but it's the truth — your current best effort, knowledge, and capabilities are not enough to take you to the next level in your business. If you want to win in business, you have to continuously strive to become better than your current best. In this episode, I share ways both Lori and I are pushing the limit and surrounding ourselves with expansive people, ideas, and resources for exponential growth. If you're ready to stop settling for 'good enough' and start taking the steps to truly excel in your business, this is for you.   HIGHLIGHTS How to surround yourself with people that are playing at a bigger level. Continuous improvement is a requirement, not a luxury. Ways to increase your capacity and resilience to be able to handle your next level. Tips to become a faster learner (and implementer) to reach new heights.   RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. Want to grow your email list - Get Over 240 Free Lead Magnets HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Frello: @frello_app

367 Manifesting Humanity   It can be easy to forget that we're human. When work is stressful and all consuming, when dealing with people stuck in the past and the past versions of you, it's easy to forget we are a person with needs to lead a fulfilling life.  In this episode Sarah Elkins and Alison Miller discuss how the stories we carry with us alter the people we are, often making us revert to the person we used to be and not the person we are now or the person we want to be.    Highlights How do you manifest your humanity? Practicing new ways of being in a community. Are you being there for yourself? It's okay to fall sometimes.    Quotes “This is a human being living in our society, how do we decide that we make life work for people.” “We're observing it, we're not judging it.” “We always have choices but rarely are they apparent to us.”   Dear Listeners it is now your turn, I would love to hear from you, what part of this conversation resonated with you? To be in community, to grow, to learn, to connect in an authentic way with people who have diverse backgrounds and have led different lives than you. And When are you going to decide who you're going to bring to that next conversation to someone you want to have a relationship with.   And, as always, thank you for listening.    About Alison Alison Miller, PhD, is a Los Angeles-based entrepreneur who is passionate about making personal and spiritual growth accessible and easy to incorporate into daily life. Educated in Clinical Psychology at Cornell University and The University of Illinois at Chicago, Alison has helped lead thousands of graduate students to earn their degrees over the last two decades. As a founder of Lead True, she helped foster and develop the professional leadership skills of countless women around the world. Having recently sold The Dissertation Coach, her expert dissertation coaching & consulting business, she's now at the helm of her latest business endeavor, The Academic Writers' Space (TAWS). TAWS is an online coworking community Alison designed for graduate students and academic writers to get real work done in a supportive and nurturing environment. Since its inception in 2020, TAWS has hosted thousands of coworking sessions with academic writers from across the globe. Alison's living a full life as a public speaker at universities and private businesses, working on the 2nd edition of her book, Finish Your Dissertation Once and for All! How to Overcome Psychological Barriers, Get Results, and Move on With Your Life, and being a wife and mother to her two adult children and dogs Nacho and Koko. Be sure to check out Alison's social medias at LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok! And be sure to check out The Academic Writers Space, The TAWS Instagram, and the TAWS Youtube!   About Sarah "Uncovering the right stories for the right audiences so executives, leaders, public speakers, and job seekers can clearly and actively demonstrate their character, values, and vision." In my work with coaching clients, I guide people to improve their communication using storytelling as the foundation of our work together. What I've realized over years of coaching and podcasting is that the majority of people don't realize the impact of the stories they share - on their internal messages, and on the people they're sharing them with. My work with leaders and people who aspire to be leaders follows a similar path to the interviews on my podcast, uncovering pivotal moments in their lives and learning how to share them to connect more authentically with others, to make their presentations and speaking more engaging, to reveal patterns that have kept them stuck or moved them forward, and to improve their relationships at work and at home. The audiobook, Your Stories Don't Define You, How You Tell Them Will is now available! Included with your purchase are two bonus tracks, songs recorded by Sarah's band, Spare Change, in her living room in Montana. Be sure to check out the Storytelling For Professionals Course as well to make sure you nail that next interview!

Do you celebrate your micro-wins? In this episode, Lori and I talk about the power of small victories and how they can transform your mindset, productivity, and overall happiness. We share the practices that have helped us reframe our daily wins, stay motivated and on track to keep the needle moving. Plus, we talk about how small tweaks in routines, like dialing in our nutrition or staying consistent with habits, add up to major progress in our lives.   HIGHLIGHTS How focusing on the finish line might be holding you back. The daily habit we do to recognize our micro-wins. The secret to finding success in slow business growth (and why it's worth celebrating). Why reframing “failures” as stepping stones creates unstoppable progress. Strategies to stack small wins that lead to big results in your life and business.   RESOURCES My Isagenix Routine HERE Apply for the Elite Mastermind - chrisharder.me/mastermind Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. Want to grow your email list - Get Over 240 Free Lead Magnets HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

In this episode, I chat with Erick Cloward. Erick is an executive coach, based in Amsterdam, who helps leaders build more resilient teams and make better decisions. He is a former tech CTO and software developer. Erick started the Stoic Coffee Break podcast in 2018, to provide people with practical advice on applying Stoicism to their lives –- it now has more than 9 million downloads. He has his first book coming out on 4th February, from Adams Media, titled Stoicism 101: From Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus to the Role of Reason and Amor Fati, an Essential Primer on Stoic Philosophy.Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Highlights* How did you first become interested in Stoicism?* Misconceptions people have about Stoicism* Why Stoicism is important today* How did you get started doing your podcast and what have you learned from the experience? * What's your book, Stoicism 101, about? * What aspects of Stoicism do you think are most relevant to executive coaching?* What can Stoicism tell us about leadership?* How Stoicism might help people to avoid getting so angryLinks* Stoic Coffee Website * Stoicism 101Thanks for reading Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life at donaldrobertson.substack.com/subscribe

Balancing personal goals while supporting your partner's growth isn't always easy, especially during busy seasons. In this episode, Lori and I dive into the strategies that worked for us to keep us connected and thriving as a couple and as business partners. We talk about how syncing our calendars gives us more opportunities to connect, questions to show meaningful support, and MORE. Tune in for simple ways that can strengthen your relationships and help you grow together.   HIGHLIGHTS How weekly calendar syncs leads to fewer surprises and more connection. Questions to ask your partner to show them you care. Why enabling your partner to skip obligations can hurt their growth (and what to do instead). Ways to go the extra mile during busy seasons.   RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. Want to grow your email list - Get Over 240 Free Lead Magnets HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

As a business owner, it's easy to get trapped in a cycle of constantly putting out fires and being the go-to person for every little decision. But I'm going to show you how to break free of that and create a thriving business that doesn't rely solely on you.  You'll learn how to hire the right people, provide them with the proper training and processes, and cultivate a culture that reinforces your vision. Implement these strategies, and you'll free up your time to focus on the big picture, while your team handles the day-to-day. This episode is a game-changer for any entrepreneur who wants to work smarter, not harder. HIGHLIGHTS How to hire the right people (+ why you must replace underperformers.) Training that's vital for your ongoing team's success. How to get your team to problem solve independently. Ways to reinforce the right culture to avoid becoming a bottleneck. RESOURCES Apply for the Elite Mastermind - chrisharder.me/mastermind Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. Want to grow your email list - Get Over 240 Free Lead Magnets HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Frello: @frello_app  

Want your business to thrive this year and beyond? You need specific, measurable growth goals. In this episode, I'm sharing the biggest threat to your business and how to avoid it. Growth isn't optional—it's essential for staying ahead of inflation, competitors, and meeting the needs of your team. Having a clear roadmap with targets, backed by mentorship and strategic advice, will keep your business moving forward and open doors to opportunities you never imagined. It's time to make 2025 your most successful year yet. HIGHLIGHTS How gratitude leads to positive growth in business and life. The power of focusing on what you have, not what you lack. Specific, measurable growth goals are essential for business success. The biggest threat to your business and how to combat it.   RESOURCES Apply to join our Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind so we can work on YOUR business! Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. Want to grow your email list - Get Over 240 Free Lead Magnets HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app  

Birthdays are a time for reflection and setting intentions, and Lori's 44th was no exception. In this special episode, we dive into the lessons she's learned this past year, from intentional in-person time that deepened her friendships to takeaways from Glōci's first year. She opens up about what excites her most for the year ahead, her goals for personal and business growth, and practices that have kept her grounded. Tune in to find inspiration to make your next year your best yet.   HIGHLIGHTS How prioritizing in-person time with Lori's girlfriends transformed her year. The big lessons she learned from Glōci's first year (and what's next!). Lori's advice to her younger self. How we celebrated (hint: yacht + lights).   RESOURCES Get glōci HERE Use code: HAPPY at checkout for 25% off! Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. Want to grow your email list - Get Over 240 Free Lead Magnets HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

Sex and business have a lot in common. They both take communication, there's no such thing as perfection yet we're always striving to grow, and both suffer when we don't make them a priority. I'm excited to have Vanessa and Xander Marin on the podcast with Lori and I to talk about a topic we don't typically cover on the podcast, sex. The Marins are friends of ours and both happen to also be in our Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind. They give incredible tips in this episode to approach communication when it comes to sex whether you're in a long term relationship or are looking for a partner. Plus, they share how they've been able to grow a massively successful online business while being in a category where they don't have the ability to promote their business with typical ads.    HIGHLIGHTS How to bring up conversations about sex in a positive way with your partner. Tips every couple can implement for more pleasure and connection. How hustle culture in entrepreneurship can impact your intimacy. Ways to organically promote and grow your business.   RESOURCES Join us in our Elite Mastermind to work on your business in 2025 - Go to chrisharder.me/mastermind Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. Want to grow your email list - Get Over 240 Free Lead Magnets HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app Vanessa and Xander: @vanessaandxander