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US equity futures slightly softer. European equities opened firmer, while Asian markets were mixed with South Korea and Hong Kong outperforming. Trump to decide within two weeks on potential Iran strike, extending earlier timeline amid reported backchannel talks between US envoy Witkoff and Iran's foreign minister. Japan's May core inflation came in above expectations, keeping BOJ tightening speculation in play, while China held loan prime rates steady. BoE kept rates steady while SNB and Norges Bank cut rates; ECB bulletin released. Japan's Akazawa downplayed July 9 as deadline for US trade talks, mirroring tone from EU officials as negotiations drag on.Companies Mentioned: GMS Inc, Home Depot, QXO, Inc, Paramount Global, Ares Management Corp.

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En el episodio de hoy de VG Daily, Andre Dos Santos y Valentina Orduz analizan a fondo los reportes financieros de Kroger, CarMax y Darden Restaurants. Comienzan con Kroger, que mostró resultados sólidos en su primer trimestre, impulsados por farmacia, comercio electrónico y productos frescos. Luego, pasan a CarMax, que reportó un aumento impresionante en ganancias y ventas de autos usados, destacando un récord en margen bruto por unidad y una fuerte recompra de acciones. Concluyen con Darden Restaurants, que presentó un crecimiento mixto pero positivo en ventas y ganancias, con Olive Garden liderando el desempeño, y mantiene una guía optimista para el año fiscal 2026.Posteriormente, discuten la posible guerra de ofertas por la adquisición de GMS, una empresa distribuidora de materiales de construcción, donde Home Depot y QXO están compitiendo por quedarse con esta compañía clave del sector. Finalmente, cierran el episodio con una actualización sobre el conflicto entre Israel e Irán, destacando que la Casa Blanca anunció que tomará una decisión sobre una posible acción militar en las próximas dos semanas, mientras la diplomacia sigue su curso.

Sarah had a run-in at Home Depot where she was offered free plants, and she said no! And now she has regrets for being so honest and having integrity. Susie gives a tribute to her beloved Brian Wilson. We find out why Amelia Earhart wasn't actually a great pilot (seems like the disappearance should've tipped us off), but instead was just ahead of her time in...influencing. Susie explains how Amelia's famous flight has disturbing similarities to the Titan submersible tragedy. We learn about a woman who donated her body to science, but ended up blown to bits by the military. We hear why a funeral home was sending people remains of the strangers instead of their loved ones. We discuss an Olympian who has been kicked off the canoeing team for having an OnlyFans account and Susie thinks she should start an account for people whose kink is being insulted.Our Favorite Picks10:37 - Susie shares her love for the amazing Brian Wilson.18:58 - New Yorker article about Amelia Earhart30:11 - Man donated his mother's body to alzheimer's research, only to find out it was later sold on, and blown up!39:13 - Sarah's airfryer analogy45:15 - Olympic canoer pays for training by showing off his skin-paddle on Only Fans50:13 - Gen-Z and their dislike for opening a tab at the bar54:24 - Susie considers starting an Only Fans accountThe End... You're welcome.Connect with us on social media:BCP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastSusie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterSarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBCP on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodSponsors:Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code BRAINCANDY for 40% off best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://www.honeylove.com/braincandy #honeylovepodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Adam kicks things off by recapping his Father's Day and making the case that Carollas are genetically gifted with great balance. He then talks about a recent trip to Home Depot with his son, followed by a rant about the frustrations of ordering sandwiches from a local deli. Adam discusses his chaotic airport experience and why some people simply shouldn't work in customer service.In the news, Jason “Mayhem” Miller joins Adam to discuss Bill Maher calling out Sean Penn's Trump hypocrisy, sparking a conversation about the Left's tendency to idolize questionable figures. Adam also reacts to a senior prank that shut down a New Jersey high school, a hit-and-run during a protest in Riverside, and the bizarre death of Prince William's billionaire friend who tragically died after swallowing a bee during a polo match.Israeli actress and activist Noa Tishby joins Adam in the studio to discuss the importance of making a positive societal impact while young, the cultural role of fathers, and the resilience of the Jewish people. She also breaks down the differences between antisemitism on the Left and Right, the growing tensions between Israel and Iran, and the dangers of sharia law. The episode wraps with a conversation about the decline of American colleges. Get it on.FOR MORE WITH JASON “MAYHEM” MILLER: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @mayhemmillerWEBSITE: www.mayhemnow.com FOR MORE WITH NOA TISHBY: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @noatishbyWEBSITE: www.noatishby.com BOOK: Israel: A Simple Guide to the Most Misunderstood Country On EarthBOOK: Uncomfortable Conversations With a JewThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlinebearmattress.com - use promo code ADAMCalderaLab.com/ADAMGo to https://hometitlelock.com/adamcarolla and use promo code ADAM to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection! For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warrantyHomes.comoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.tvSIMPLISAFE.COM/ADAMLIVE SHOWS: June 19 - Las Vegas, NV (6 shows)July 10 - Irvine, CA (Live Podcast)July 11-12 - Covina, CA (4 shows)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Robin Donaldson. Entrepreneur, Mentor, and Founder of Renew Construction Services & STEM Exposure

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U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders has endorsed Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor and Justin Brannan for comptroller, while former Governor Andrew Cuomo has won support from Hasidic sects in Borough Park. Also, on Long Island, immigration raids appear to be driving away some day laborers who gather at Home Depot stores looking for work. Plus, the Hoboken City Council is weighing a ban on AI rent-setting tools, following similar action in Jersey City.

We are finding out a little more about Kilmar Abrego Garcia and it sounds like he never needed to work at Home Depot when he was deported. California Democrats are going out of their way to discourage anyone from joining the police department. And Brandon Johnson has made a big announcement on the heels of Juneteenth.

Michael Smerconish tackles the immigration issue head-on in this compelling commentary. From undocumented workers at diners and car washes to shifting Trump-era policies, he makes the case for a pathway to citizenship — and challenges political leaders on both sides to act. Original air date 16 June 2025.

Season 6: Episode 5 --The UP Notable Book Club presents J.D. Austin speaking about his book "The Last Huck." The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) presents author events with winners of the UP Notable Book List. Make sure to like and subscribe so you don't miss any future UP Notable Book Club speakers! For more information please visit the links below www.UPPAA.org www.UPNotable.com www.amazon.com/Last-Huck-J-D-Austin/dp/1615998055 J.D. AUSTIN was raised in St. Louis, Missouri and has been moving gradually north since the age of fourteen. After dropping out of college in November of 2019, he worked as a kayak guide, a wedding server, bar security, lighting designer, stage carpenter, ski technician, and in the nursery department at a Home Depot. His fiction has appeared in The Incandescent Review and U.P. Reader Volume #7. The Last Huck is his first novel and his most recent book What You Find in the Woods is a collection of short stories about the Uppper Midwest.

Rolex sales are jumping… because women are giving them as engagement rings (watches?).Home Depot's newest business risk?... It's now ground zero in the ICE immigration raids.Starbucks hosted the world's 1st Barista Championship… and hiring full-time in-house influencers.Plus, the wildest new recession indicator is… TaskRabbits.$SBUX $HD $SWGAYWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinks to listen.TBOY Live Show Tickets to Chicago on sale NOW: https://www.axs.com/events/949346/the-best-one-yet-podcast-ticketsAbout Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, TBOY Lite is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell.GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts NEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ Our 2nd show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

• Sponsor shout to My Eternal Vitality and testosterone therapy • Tom starts a nutrition plan with Rebecca at Eternal Vitality • Andrea's success with hormone balancing and weight loss • Praise for Dr. Powers' scientific, non-sales approach • How nutrition and hormones affect physical and mental health • Andrea fits into an old dress—confidence boost moment • Rause joins, says he's having a great morning • Rare honesty when people say they're doing great • Suspicion and overthinking around “good day” comments • Rause loves being at the studio and seeing his wife game • His wife plays Pallia, a cozy farming sim • Tom jokes he never shares hobbies with his wife • Tom once deleted her Smurf Village in a fight • Emotional ties to sim games like Animal Crossing • Chat room reacts hard to Tom's deletion story • Viewer shares divorce story tied to game addiction • Dan admits deleting Andrea's Smurf Village during Christmas • Andrea confirms, says Dan was jealous of her village • She found it freeing to be rid of the daily upkeep • Dan jokes about being emotionally immature and horny • Rause reflects on his first Father's Day • Dads get odd crafts—hand turkeys, glitter messes • School-made gifts feel impersonal due to mass production • Tom warns not to fall for the “just family time” trap • His own Father's Day involved bourbon and golf • Should dads get blackout drunk on their day? • Hasselhoff burger and Alec Baldwin voicemail as wild dad content • Andrea once dreamt Dan cheated—real-life tension • Tom pantsed Andrea in Home Depot as a “joke” • Dan attended niece Becca's recital—she plays euphonium • Praise for “superior” band competition ratings • Tom and Dan reminisce about middle school band • Dan's kids chose sports over music • Talk of instruments parents dread their kids playing • Dan started on accordion, then flute, then drums • School concerts include multiple levels of bands • Middle school band kids surprisingly well-behaved • Band and theater teachers praised for passion • Reflections on teachers' lasting emotional impact • Jack Bradshaw says high school is most influential • Ages 13–20 shape music/media tastes • Some teachers leave a mark—good or bad • Rause reads a chat about a humiliating teacher • Andrea's niece Becca is now taller than Dan • Watching kids grow as a brutal time reminder • Celestial metaphor for growth and time perception • Dan's “baby games” and joy around kids • First four months of parenting were brutally hard • Parenting becomes more rewarding over time • Song break: “Prop House – Jeff Buckley” • Hollerbach's ad for Kinder Nights and bingo Tuesdays • Ross intros himself as comic, writer, b-boy • Ross and Dan riff on b-boy names like T Morrow • Antonio Brown charged with attempted murder in Little Haiti • Gunfire at celeb boxing event, claims of being jumped • Hiding contraband during police stops—weed stories • Destroying radio tapes to cover swearing • Found lost vape on golf course after a month • Talk about spouses always finding lost stuff • Weed can sometimes boost memory or focus • Weed as chore motivation—laundry, editing, etc. • Athletes using weed or microdosing for performance • Ross loves mushrooms, prefers outdoor controlled trips • Dan and Ross joke about tripping during hosting gigs • Hosting Orlando City matches caused nerves and sweat • Rause once hosted after 8 beers • Showed up high by accident—Dan had to jump in • Hiding inebriation during live events • Dan trying to cut back on weekday drinking • Alcohol and creative output—does it help or hurt? • Jim Phillips once called Dan funniest after two beers • Is drinking becoming part of the job? • Dan took a long sober break—might again • First-time Father's Day pressure and confusion • Rause fumbled Mother's Day, then redeemed himself • Dan compares it to his fedora photo gift • Maisie's birthday overlaps Father's Day—Dan gives it up • Joke about taking Father's Day back when she's older • Dads get jerky, moms get flower stands ### **Social Media:**   [Website](https://tomanddan.com/) | [Twitter](https://twitter.com/tomanddanlive) | [Facebook](https://facebook.com/amediocretime) | [Instagram](https://instagram.com/tomanddanlive) **Where to Find the Show:**   [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-mediocre-time/id334142682) | [Google Podcasts](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FtZWRpb2NyZXRpbWUvcG9kY2FzdC54bWw) | [TuneIn](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Mediocre-Time-p364156/) **The Tom & Dan Radio Show on Real Radio 104.1:**   [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time/id975258990) | [Google Podcasts](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2Fjb3Jwb3JhdGV0aW1lL3BvZGNhc3QueG1s) | [TuneIn](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Corporate-Time-p1038501/) **Exclusive Content:** [Join BDM](https://tomanddan.com/registration) **Merch:** [Shop Tom & Dan](https://tomanddan.myshopify.com/)

Se escapan migrantes detenidos en un centro de ICE en Newark, Jersey.Israel lanza un ataque sobre Irán: EEUU niega cualquier participación.A empujones y esposado: así fue la expulsión del senador Alex Padilla de una conferencia de prensa de Kristi Noem.Corte de apelaciones pausa el bloqueo judicial al despliegue de la Guardia Nacional en Los Ángeles.La solidaridad de unos jóvenes durante las protestas contra ICE.Sale libre el mexicano acusado falsamente de amenazar al presidente Trump.Caen las acciones de Home Depot tras redadas de ICE.Arrestan al dueño de la discoteca Jet Set por la tragedia que enlutó a República Dominicana.Escucha de lunes a viernes el ‘Noticiero Univision Edición Nocturna' con Elián Zidán.  

We'll dissect the "Call of the Day" with Sal's hilarious Home Depot escape, and debate whether the Yankees are truly untouchable in the AL East as they face the Red Sox in Fenway. Plus, with Father's Day around the corner, we're reflecting on those special moments and why some series just hit different.

Tim, Phil, & Brett are joined by Anthony Brian Logan to discuss Trump deploying ICE tactical units to multiple cities as anti-ICE unrest worsens, a new poll showing immigrants flocking towards Trump, Civil War fears igniting amid the riots in Los Angeles, and ICE raids targeting Home Depot being massively successful.   Hosts:  Tim @Timcast (everywhere) Phil @PhilThatRemains (X) Brett  @PopCultureCrisis  (YouTube) Serge @SergeDotCom (everywhere) Guest: Anthony Brian Logan @ANTHONYBLOGAN (X)

Today on The McCarthy Report, Rich and Andy discuss Trump's deployment of military forces in response to the violent uprisings in Los Angeles and other cities over his immigration policies.This podcast was edited and produced by Sarah Colleen Schutte.

This week hosts Angela Rye and Andrew Gillum discuss the ICE raids and unrest in Los Angeles with L.A. Mayor Karen Bass. Tiffany Cross is out sick this week. We have all seen the sensational images from the protests and unrest in L.A. following last Friday’s ICE raids. The ICE raids targeted immigrants at their workplaces, including Home Depot and a clothing store. Since then, the National Guard has been called up by President Trump to quell what he’s calling an “insurrection.” The use of that word, “insurrection,” is highly intentional, as is the effort by Trump and rightwing media to paint L.A. as a chaotic, lawless place. Trump is ratcheting up his mass deportation plans and Mayor Bass says that Los Angeles is the testing ground. The unrest in L.A. dovetails into an ongoing conversation we’ve been having with you, our audience. We’ll be joined by executive director of the Black Alliance for Just Immigration (BAJI), Attorney Nana Gyamfi. BAJI advocates for the nearly 10 million Black immigrants, refugees, and families living in the U.S. As BAJI’s director, Nana will respond to some of YOUR comments critiquing our hosts’ support of migrant communities. Nana Gyamfi brings with her over three decades of service to the Movement for Black liberation, and over twenty years experience directing Black social justice organizations and networks. She is a human rights and criminal defense attorney, a professor in the Pan African Studies Department at the California State University Los Angeles, and a radio personality. Find out more about the Black Alliance for Just Immigration at https://baji.org/ and follow them on social media @instabaji and @bajitweet And of course we’ll hear from you! If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. We are 509 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Tiffany Cross as host and producer, Andrew Gillum as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; Loren Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beach Boy Brian Wilson has died, TikTok influencer cries about her account being banned, late night media thinks there is nothing wrong with riots in L.A., a new version of "dine and dash" that has restaurants furious, Elon Musk apologized for his tweets about Trump, Home Depot has noticed some changes around their stores, and a Memphis TV station's news van is stolen after their reporter is carjacked at a gas station...

El presidente Donald Trump reconoció que las redadas de ICE le están haciendo daño a la industria de la agricultura y a la industria hotelera, por eso prometió una orden ejecutiva que los protegería de las redadas migratorias.En otras noticias: El senador demócrata Alex Padilla fue sacado por la fuerza y esposado cuando intentó hacerle una pregunta a la secretaria de seguridad nacional Kristi Noem durante una conferencia de prensa en Los Ángeles.CHIRLA es una organización que defiende los derechos de los inmigrantes y ha rechazado las acusaciones de que están financiando las marchas contra las redadas migratorias.Home Depot perdió valor en la bolsa de valores al convertirse en uno de los principales objetivos de las redadas de ICE. 

Caribbean nations pursue critical initiatives to enhance regional food security, sustainable finance, and international partnerships while strengthening infrastructure and cybersecurity capabilities. Progress spans from Barbados' regional food port construction to Antigua and Barbuda's upcoming role as host for major international gatherings.Barbados partnering with Guyana to construct a regional food port for transshipping and processing produce, to reduce CARICOM's food import bill Jamaica Stock Exchange and UNDP sign MOU to mobilize private financing for sustainable development Dominican Republic strengthens ties with Commonwealth countries to diversify exports, attract investments and boost tourism  University of the Virgin Islands receives $250,000 campus improvement grant from Home Depot's "Retool Your School" program Subscribe to Pulse of the Caribbean for weekly insights into the economic, political, and social developments reshaping the region. What Caribbean story interests you most? Please share your thoughts and join our growing community of listeners passionate about the Caribbean's future. Be sure to like and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.Listen online at www.pulseofthecaribbean.com or your favorite streaming platform.Send news releases to news@pulseofthecaribean.com. If you have an interest in sponsoring our podcast, email us at  biz@pulseofthecaribbean.com.

Protests intensified in Los Angeles and around the country after the Trump administration stepped up ICE raids largely targeting immigrants working in service industries. And after Trump deployed the National Guard without any buy-in from the state, California sued. So what now? That's where Andrew and Mary begin this week, parsing the legality of using the military domestically, and how responsibilities shift when the National Guard is federalized. The rest of this episode is focused on the intertwined news of Judge Boasberg's sweeping decision to ensure due process for the Venezuelan immigrants deported to El Salvador, with Kilmar Abrego Garcia's return to the US, as he faces charges of human smuggling in Tennessee.Want to listen to this show without ads? Sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts.

P.M. Edition for June 11. China's lock over rare-earth magnet exports helped bring the U.S. back to the bargaining table over trade. WSJ economic policy reporter Gavin Bade discusses how China gave the U.S. some access in the tentative deal, but kept some control, which gives it leverage in future trade negotiations. Plus, arrests grow as more cities plan demonstrations after the unrest in Los Angeles. Journal reporter Sara Nassauer explains how Home Depot became Ground Zero in President Trump's deportation push. And U.S. consumer prices rose slightly in May, defying fears that tariffs would have driven up prices. WSJ investing columnist Spencer Jakab talks about what that means for the Fed's meeting next week. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the riots raged in Los Angeles, four things became clear – LA's leaders are feckless; foreign money is behind the rioters; protesters are expressing a soup of different grievances, and all this may happen elsewhere. As with the BLM riots in 2020, the LA disturbances are not spontaneous or chaotic. They have been planned, supported, and even staffed by activist organizations whose goals have nothing to do with immigration law or the plight of day laborers lingering in Home Depot parking lots. On the most recent episode of The Drill Down, co-hosts Peter Schweizer and Eric Eggers break down these connections and follow the money to Mexican cartels, China, taxpayer-funded NGOs, and even teachers and service employee unions.

In this episode of "Normal World," guest host Derek Richards sits in for Dave Landau, joined by Angela, with 1/4 Black Garrett off for the night, and special guest Matthew Marsden, as they dive into the week's insanity. ICE raids a Home Depot in L.A., triggering riots, tear gas, Craigslist “security hires,” and Trump deploying 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines. Elon Musk slams Trump's spending bill before dropping — and deleting — an Epstein accusation. The crew riffs on TSA confusion, WNBA ticket prices, looters hitting sushi joints, rising insurance rates, and ghost-town L.A. neighborhoods. Waymo cars flee. In Trans News, Simone Biles clashes with Riley Gaines over a transgender softball champ, then walks it back. They debate fairness in women's sports, the fallout for female athletes, and Marsden's decision to keep his son out of college athletics to avoid ideological pressure. The episode also touches on media gaslighting, broken trust in institutions, and the growing cost of speaking truth in a politically manipulated landscape. SponsorsMiracle MadeGo to https://try.miraclebrand.co/sheets/ksp?utm_source=trymiracle to try miracle made sheets today! Use code NORMAL for 40% off at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tensions erupt at L.A. City Hall — council members clash with the police chief over the city's response to immigration protests. Michael Monks is on the ground with the latest. Governor Gavin Newsom isn't just watching from the sidelines — he's stepping into the chaos, using the unrest to carve out his role as the face of the opposition. Is this the start of a national push? And why is Home Depot suddenly being called ‘ground zero'? We break down what's happening behind the orange aprons — and why it matters.

Viral videos from the LA ICE protests show police firing “less lethal” weapons into crowds and at journalists. Advocates say the cops are not following the law. Weeks before ICE raided a Home Depot in Westlake on Friday, the White House ordered the agency to ramp up sweeps to help meet President Trump’s deportation targets.  The Supreme Court decision New York Times v. Sullivan protects journalists from debilitating lawsuits. A group of billionaires, lawyers, and right-wing groups are trying to overturn it. Culture critic Carolina Miranda weighs in on a retrospective of Diane Arbus’ photography at Zwirner gallery, and a Wende Museum exhibition about mass surveillance in former East Germany during the Cold War. 

It’s hard to keep up with what’s happening in Los Angeles. And why. On Saturday, federal agents were jumping out of an unmarked van near a Home Depot parking lot and began grabbing people. Then we heard that Donald Trump had called in the National Guard. And then the Marines. And then, yesterday afternoon, Californian governor Gavin Newsom delivered a rebuke to Donald Trump in a nationwide address, saying: “What we’re witnessing is not law enforcement - it’s authoritarianism.” Today, international and political editor Peter Hartcher, on why we are witnessing the opening scenes of a new phase in American history.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home Depot U.S.A. v. NLRB

Over the weekend, ICE agents invaded Los Angeles and its suburbs, kidnapping dozens of people on Friday and threatening more near a Home Depot on Saturday. These masked and heavily-armed forces are part of Trump's promised 30-day surge in anti-immigrant attacks in the LA area. But wherever there is repression, there is resistance - and the people of LA are fighting back. The community in LA and the suburbs continues its anti-deportation mobilization as we record this episode.Donald Trump has sent thousands of federalized California National Guard troops to the area against the wishes of Governor Newsom, and under seemingly murky legal authority. US Northern Command announced Monday that at Trump's order it sent 700 Marines with the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division from the base at Twentynine Palms, about 2 and a half hours from LA. Trump. The resulting legal and political battle happening at the same time as the pitched street battles and the solidarity and community defense mobilizations that are spreading across the country all but guarantee a larger crisis should Trump not back down.We also react to the breaking news that the government is planning to send 8,000 people to “free up bed space at detention facilities on domestic American soil,” according to Politico.Support the show

It’s hard to keep up with what’s happening in Los Angeles. And why. On Saturday, federal agents were jumping out of an unmarked van near a Home Depot parking lot and began grabbing people. Then we heard that Donald Trump had called in the National Guard. And then the Marines. And then, yesterday afternoon, Californian governor Gavin Newsom delivered a rebuke to Donald Trump in a nationwide address, saying: “What we’re witnessing is not law enforcement - it’s authoritarianism.” Today, international and political editor Peter Hartcher, on why we are witnessing the opening scenes of a new phase in American history.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump immigration henchman Steven Miller last week demanded that ICE cops go to Home Depot and 7-Eleven parking lots to grab immigrants. And so they are. And this is what started the whole thing in Los Angeles last week. Is this really the kind of country we want to be? I don't think so. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello tubby turds!  Join the guys this week for the most important podcast since the last podcast that they did.  Chris tells us why he hates California this week while Jason defends Pablo at Home Depot but both agree that if you're waiving a Mexican flag above burning cars then you should get you deported.   Should the Bengals have waived Germaine Pratt?  Why did Chris leave a "date" right after getting squirted on?  Jason watches a tweaker attack a couple of hippies at a park by UC.  Chris gets yelled at by a girl with special needs, meanwhile Jason is a hero for supporting them.  Elon and Trump don't like each other, Kash Patel stays in his lane instead of doing his job, andTrey Hendrickson isn't voluntarily working out for the Bengals.  The guys get to the bottom of all of this and end world hunger in the process.  There is nothing these losers can't figure out.  Join!

SEASON 3 EPISODE 134: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:45) SPECIAL COMMENT: Call this what it is. This is Trump's terrorist attack on Los Angeles - and his terrorist threat against every other American city not yet infected with MAGA fascism disease. It is taking what even the paranoid L.A. police department considers a minor event and trying to manufacture a crisis worthy of burning down our constitutional rights and sending National Guard and perhaps Marines to shoot at civilians on the streets of an American city... and to warn every other city that it could be next. What else do you call it, when the fiendish, demented, Hispanic-hating advisor and bigot calls all this quote “an insurrection against the laws and sovereignty of the United States” when it is in fact a handful of people exercising their protected constitutional rights in the parking lot of a goddamned Home Depot? It is terrorism. It is designed to cause terror and panic and to either use violence or the threat of it to effect political change, extra-legally, by masked and helmeted, faceless men and women, with weapons of war, on the streets of America’s second largest city, to stage an ICE riot and then show what are literally seconds of self-defense by civilians again and again on what are nominally television news channels subverted and perverted into propaganda machines… to warn with unstated menace that THIS will be re-enacted every day for the next month in Southern California and then - where? New York? Chicago? Washington YET there IS a way to stop Trump, here, and to destroy his plans and perhaps his presidency. Right now. Governor Gavin Newsom and the state government of California have proposed leading what is in effect, a TAX STRIKE. "We pay over 80 billion dollars more in taxes than we get back. Maybe it’s time to cut that off," Newsom says. says State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas is more specific: “We must look at every option, including withholding federal taxes.” California pays $692 Billion a year in federal taxes. If the blue states withheld federal taxes the red states would be figuratively starving by next week. DOGE THIS, Trump. Do it. Stop the dictatorship. Stop the terrorism. B-Block (35:40) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Dinesh D'Souza and "Buck Millions" hilariously can't process the Musk-Trump fight. There's reportedly something amiss with the book sale figures for the Jake Tapper tome. And last month, New York mayoralty candidate Jessica Ramos branded fellow contender Andrew Cuomo as "The Democrats' Trump." Now - she's endorsed him. C-Block (45:00) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: I saw a video of one of "our" newscasts the other day. He was the stentorian-voiced anchorman. I was the 19-year old intern. He remains one of my favorite people I've ever met in the business, and not just because he dedicated himself to being a thorn in the side of management everywhere. In memory of Bill Jorgensen, this time until next time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A fat woman throws a bicycle, LA erupts in violence and retardation, a fat women encourages the rioters, ICE deports my Home Depot, a protester fights an SUV, some Mexicans light themselves on fire, an AI company is oops all indians, a man falls in love with a robot, my wife throws popcorn away, Maddox tries to cancel Road Rage: Boston, Elon's trans daughter tries out a new voice, and a man makes friends with a hot prostitute; all that and more this week on The Dick Show!

Should there be legal consequences for those who hire day laborers outside Home Depot without verifying their immigration status? That's today's poll question at Smerconish.com. Michael dives into the immigration debate sparked by weekend clashes in Los Angeles, the legality and ethics of on-the-spot hiring, and a personal story about TaskRabbit, a missing sofa, and a revealing look at how many Americans navigate the labor market. This is about more than immigration—it's about who we hire, why we hire, and what it says about us. Listen, then cast your own vote at Smerconish.com, and please rate and review this podcast!

Today, we talk about the hidden cost of constant distraction, as well as cover all of our usual Monday segments. Featured Event: June 29 Meetup and Rabbit Processing Event https://www.livingfreeintennessee.com/2025/06/02/rabbit-processing/ Sponsor 1: DiscountMylarBags.com Long-term food storage supplies that won't break the bank. Sponsor 2: AgoristTaxAdvice.com Helping entrepreneurs, homesteaders, and freedom-minded folks handle taxes the smart way. Tales from the Prepper Pantry Country Store Update Canning Season Is Started Dried Herbs For Sale – Packaging Ideas Broccoli Score and How to Freeze It Weekly Shopping Report From Joe: Food City: The pet food aisle was well-stocked. Then we hit the usual places, next stopping at Dollar Tree. The drink selection continues to change, although the shelves remain full. There's not a lot of Monster left, and I'm seeing a distressing number of “zero sugar” alternatives. These typically contain liver toxins disguised as artificial sweeteners. Fortunately I'm seeing a few choices made with cane sugar. They don't have caffeine, but I'm trying to cut down on that anyway. The tag in the store has lately been missing, but the online price of a 2x4x8 stud at Home Depot is still $3.85. Aldi was last. Other than my preferred chocolate (I had to choose the 85% alternate), we found everything else we wanted. There have been a few more price changes since the last report, with decreases bigger than increases. Staple prices were: Bread (20 oz. white): $1.39 Eggs: $2.96 (-) Whole milk: $2.72 (+) Heavy cream: $5.29 OJ: $4.25 Butter: $3.75 Bacon: $3.99 Potatoes: $3.49 (-) Sugar: $3.29 Flour: $2.35 80% ground beef: $4.69 Untainted regular gasoline at Weigels is still $3.59/gallon. No frugality tip this week. Operation Independence Attempt to launch the glamper rental LOL  Main Topic of the Day: The Hidden Cost of Constant Distractio What happened when I deleted tiktok from my phone - it got me to observing. Every major mistake I have made involved an interruption Slow progress   So I did a test - I became hardcore about interruptions, including leaving my phone away from me completely for hours at a time, setting alarms for benchmark tasks, and setting better boundaries. Better sleep, better health, better focus I pissed off some folks and hurt a feeling or two Why do people resist stillness so hard? Fear of rejection They never learned to be alone Not following their purpose and they know it Using distraction to avoid processing trauma or other things Then it hit me - distractions aren't just digital—boundary violators are distractions too. We all have encountered people who don't care a whit about your boundaries because what they need is more important to them. Who push beyond what is reasonable. And who seek to manipulate you when they realize that you are not going to play along.   What happens next is: Character assault Temper tantrums Manufactured crisis So much more   But what about being available to your true friends and your family? The delio is this - If you need space to accomplish things, then your true friends and family will not only understand when you create that space, but they will help you do it. And if they won't one of two things is true: You are not honoring your commitments to relationships (We've all done this) They arent a true friend or nontoxic family member   Because you are building YOUR life on YOUR terms to fulfill YOUR purpose   And that NEED to be constantly available and responsive? Is it truly a need because your Mom is in the hospital? Or is it a way to feel important? And what price are you paying by letting the distractions happen without end?   Just some food for thought.   REMEMBER The Holler Roast Prebuy is live! Support the shack, get coffee credit, and score digital goodies. HollerRoast.com   Self-Reliance Festival tickets—Only a few left at the $95 price point. Don't miss it before the next price jump.   Make sure you're on the newsletter list for updates, events, and all things Holler.   Make it a great week.   Song:   GUYS! Don't forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce.    Community Follow me on Nostr: npub1u2vu695j5wfnxsxpwpth2jnzwxx5fat7vc63eth07dez9arnrezsdeafsv Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link  

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AI chat, Las Vegas is struggling. Big Lots is making a comeback, dull groups, Root Beer history, Home Depot kids class, Amazon testing delivery robots, and Portugal is the country Americans want to move to the most.

6 of the “Guys” gather to record the 2025 Guys Trip Podcast. They talk about  how to take over a Home Depot to survive the Zombie Apocalypse and display their sports knowledge by trying to name All the Browns QBs since 2000.   Join the Crew as they close out another great year and dedicate the episode to HH , JK and JR.

Friday Fails.Rafe's Ememoriam.Microsoft backed this $1.5 billion AI startup that was just discovered to be 700 engineers pretending to be AI.New York police arrest ‘social media prankster' who dumped food on himself at local businesses.Man arrested for public intoxication while practicing martial arts.Man with pending intoxicated assault case apprehended by El Paso deputies for bond breach.‘I Could Have Been Shot': Armed DoorDash Driver Returns to Customer's Home to Demand Tip, Brawls with Grandfather In Front Yard, Video Shows.Deputies find drugs and guns after hallucinating caller reports home break-in.Driver on first date jailed after he put SEVEN cops in hospital in huge pile-up while trying to escape officers.Woman Arrested Impersonating Sister Later IDed as Homicide Suspect on Run.Man faces charges for drawing chalk crosswalk at intersection he says is dangerous.Ohio man allegedly poses as DeWalt sales rep, tries to leave Home Depot with stolen tools.Woman arrested in DC after being naked at Hilton, throwing bottles during possible hate crime.NewsStormy pattern continues into weekend, strong storms possible.Gen Z's ‘townsizing' is drastically shaking up travel trends — these are the most popular ‘quaint' US towns.Today is National Donut Day, and it isn't just another food holiday. Held annually on the first Friday in June, National Donut Day was established to honor The Salvation Army's Donut Lassies.The Best Donut Places In St Louis.Do Jalapeños Make Sauvignon Blanc Taste Better?Is McDonald's Snack Wrap back? Here's what to know about the Snack Wrap's release date.What is water-based cooking and what are the health benefits?Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams - Check out King Scott's Linktr.ee/kingscottrules + band @FreeThe2SG and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows ⁠http://www.1057thepoint.com/RizzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What does it mean to be a business leader with HR expertise?How can you reinforce and shape a people-first culture at scale?My guest on this episode is Tim Hourigan, recently retired Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Home Depot. During our conversation Tim and I discuss:How a curiosity for the “people side” of the business changed the course of Tim's careerWhy HR leaders should strive to be “business professionals with HR expertise,” not the other way aroundHow Home Depot's iconic value wheel guides the company's people-first cultureThe power of storytelling to build and reinforce company cultureWhy he believes as HR evolves in the future, we should not forget the “human” in human resourcesLearn more about Home Depot's Culture:Learn more about Home Depot's values, inverted pyramid, and three-legged stoolEpisode Sponsor:Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leadersHR Leader's Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.Succession Planning Playbook: In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.

Today, I take your questions in an old-school LFTN Variety Show: Pickling beets, more about our new farmstand, how to prioritize what you grow in your smaller garden space, how to prioritize your time on the homestead and more. We will also cover our usual Monday segments. Featured Event: River and Imanee's Solstice Meetup at Haven Villiage, June 21 - I will be making cheese in case you want to come see that.  Sponsor 1: DiscountMylarBags.com Sponsor 2: The Wealthsteading Podcast, InvestableWealth.com Tales from the Prepper Pantry 20 quarts of extra tomato sauce from last year Initiating canning season with round one of pickling Drying herbs from the garden on rotation - adding it to the homestead store Preparing meatloafs in advance while also cooking them for now Weekly Shopping Report Dollar Tree was first.  The drink selection always changes, but there was plenty of stock.  That's all we needed in there this time, after adding a variety of storage containers and the like, and minor health items over the past several weeks. The online price of a 2x4x8 stud at Home Depot is still $3.85. Aldi was last.  We found everything we wanted.  There have been a number of price changes since the last report, but nothing dramatic.  Egg and milk prices have definitely come down.  Staple prices were: bread (20 oz. white): $1.39; eggs: $3.46 (-); whole milk: $2.66 (-); heavy cream: $5.29; OJ: $4.25 (+); butter: $3.75 (+); bacon: $3.99; potatoes: $4.39; sugar: $3.29 (+); flour: $2.35; and 80% ground beef: $4.69 (+). I may make an additional trip tomorrow to Walgreens as I recently opened my last melatonin, and I want another wrist brace.  I will likely also stop at the adjacent Food City for another bag of Meow Mix (that our cats ask for by name). Untainted regular gasoline at Weigels is still $3.59/gallon. Frugality Tip from Margo Down here in Florida we are getting ready for the Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday.  For two weeks we get to purchase things such as batteries, coolers, tarps, radios, fuel tanks, and generators and not have to pay sales tax.  We are currently in the market for a new generator and we are going to save about $100 buying that during this break.  So look up your states tax holidays and see what you can purchase during them and save some money. Happy Savings y'all Main topic of the Show: A variety show Tina in Arkansas asks: “I've got more beets than we can eat—how do you preserve them? Nicole Sauce's Pickled Beet Recipe 1/4 bushel beets makes about seven quarts Brine: 1/2 cup pickling or kosher salt 5.5 cups 5% vinegar 6 cups water Per quart jar spice mix (add to jar) 2 heads dill weed 2-4 cloves garlic 1-2 hot peppers (cayenne or jalapeno) 6 peppercorns Process method: Cold pack Process time: 20 minutes for pints, 25 minutes for quarts (wait 6 weeks before eating so everything tastes well blended) Aunt Helen's Beet Pickles with an extra step (Courtesy of Mama Sauce) 1/4 bushel beets makes about 10 pints. Brine (make enough batched to cover beets) 1 qt vinegar (5% acidity) 6 c sugar 2 TBSP salt (plain, kosher, or pickling: may not be iodized) 2 tsp pickling spice Lots of beets Boil beets in water. Skin and slice more thinly than for a regular pickled beet: say 1/8” or thinner. Pack in glass container or containers. Keep track of how many beets you've pickled (for backpack portion control.) Bring brine to boil. Completely cover beets. If you plan to eat these without further processing, pack and seal in wide-mouth Mason jars in the usual fashion. If you plan to dehydrate, why not pickle in a single glass bowl? Cover and let pickle for 2 weeks. Then you can eat or dehydrate them. To dehydrate: Drain beets. You can save and reuse the pickling solution a time or two before you should dump it and make fresh, so you can run successive batches. Mark from middle Tennessee asks: “What's your setup for the new farmstand—how are you building it, and how are you handling payment without having someone there full time?” Start with what we have Considering pickup hours beyond opening for the gatherings here Honor system set up is step 2 Waiting on feedback from the community Want to add something to the store? Contact me Lisa from Kentucky writes: “We've downsized our garden space this year—how do you decide what to plant when you're working with limited square footage but still want to preserve food?” List Decide what you like to grow and what grows well Layer your beds Develop local relatiionships David in Texas asks: “What's the cheapest way to test a product idea from your homestead before going all-in? I've got eggs, herbs, and soap—but don't want to waste time.” Wrong question Nate in Kentucky asks: “How do you approach banking and online payments without getting sucked deeper into centralized control?” I dont worry about it. Do you want to build wealth and make a profit in your business? Then you shouldn't either.  How do we opt out of the system? Become ungovernable Relationships Cryptocurrency - learn it and use it Skills and Homesteading Rachel from North Carolina asks: “How do you keep your business tasks organized when your farm life, podcast, and everything else are constantly pulling at you?” My3Things Sometimes I don't Ian in Alabama says: “I'm thinking about building a greenhouse—what lessons did you learn from the swim spa greenhouse idea that might save me time and money?” Im not putting a greenhouse there is what i learned Tailor it to your needs and climate Patrick from Ohio asks: “I want to host a small event on my property—what's the best way to start without getting overwhelmed by logistics or liability?” Start with a party Make it a great week! GUYS! Don't forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce.  Community Follow me on Nostr: npub1u2vu695j5wfnxsxpwpth2jnzwxx5fat7vc63eth07dez9arnrezsdeafsv Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link  

Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training If you're the visionary still stuck doing the work, you're not scaling—you're surviving. Joaby Parker knows that loop well. From launching his agency straight out of college to nearly burning out and walking away, his story is a masterclass in doing too much, too long. In this episode, you'll hear how Joaby broke free from the grind, stopped bottlenecking his team, and built a business that scales without him. He shares his journey from founding his first agency right out of college to walking away and returning to agency life with a new approach and mindset. He reveals what caused his early plateau, why he left to work client-side, and how returning to the agency world taught him how to lead, grow, and eventually let go of the creative and account management roles that were holding him back. Joaby Parker is the founder and CEO of Cover 3 Growth Partners, a strategy-first agency based in Logan, Utah, focused on food and CPG brands. With a background in creative marketing and brand development, Joaby's approach combines practical business strategy with creative execution. He discusses how his passion for marketing and working closely with various agencies inspired him to start his own and reflects on the challenges of the early years, the gradual momentum they built, and how he learned that building a successful agency isn't about doing more. It's about doing less of the wrong things—and putting the right people, values, and systems in place so you can grow without burning out. In this episode, we'll discuss: The turning point that made him leave his first agency and come back stronger. How his mindset around delegation and trust evolved. Why being a visionary means you're probably a bad manager—and that's okay. Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources Wix: Today's episode of the Smart Agency Masterclass is sponsored by Wix Studio, the all-in-one platform designed to help agencies scale without the headaches. With intuitive tools, robust native business solutions, and low maintenance, Wix Studio lets your team focus on what matters most—delivering exceptional value to your clients. Ready to take your agency to the next level? Visit wix.com/studio and discover how Wix Studio can transform your workflow, boost profits, and strengthen client relationships. Why Joaby Chose the Agency Path: Early Missteps & Major Momentum Joaby had a purposeful entry into the agency space, after developing a passion for marketing working with several agencies on the client side at Health & Fitness. He had the opportunity to work hand in hand with many agencies and knew he would someday want to run one himself. After a few years of learning experience, he and his partner made the jump to start their own agency. Being quite young, their first few years with the agency were marked by a lack of direction. Their first big turning point came after securing a contact with Chemdry that led to a complete rebrand of this company. Soon after, when HomeDepot acquired the carpet cleaning business, Joaby and his partner had the opportunity to assist in this transition period, helping all Chemdry franchisees take advantage of this new HomeDepot partnership. This is really when the business took off and Joaby and his partner started to deal with other aspects of scaling. The Breaking Point That Made Him Go Back to His Roots Growth flatlined. Burnout crept in. Joaby's agency hit the ceiling—and he couldn't figure out why. Turns out, it wasn't a marketing problem. It was a management problem. Initially, Joaby attributed this stagnation to geography—living in a small town seemed to be limiting their growth potential, especially during a time when digital outreach was much more challenging than it is today. Around this same time, an existing client presented Joaby with an opportunity to join their internal team. It was a great opportunity and a needed break from the agency life so he accepted, after securing another partner that could take over his contributions at the agency. It felt like going back to basics for him and gave him the time and space to think about what went wrong at that agency. Looking back, he sees the reason for that first agency's plateau was a lack of processes. While referrals from existing clients provided a steady stream of work, they were insufficient for sustained growth, which ultimately led to a plateau in growth. Ultimately, they struggled to find opportunities to get in front of people to do more work. This scenario is all too familiar for agency owners. They typically reach a breaking point where their small founding teams can no longer handle the client load. The natural response is to hire more staff, which increases revenue but often decreases profit margins—leaving owners feeling trapped and pressured. The key differentiator between agencies that remain stuck and those that break through to the next level is making the strategic decision to raise prices rather than simply adding more bodies to the team. You Don't Need to Do It All—You Need the Right People Looking back, Joaby now realizes he could have pushed the agency to that next stage of growth, but at the time, the pressure felt overwhelming. He still wasn't good at running an agency, just good at working in one, and although it seemed like the business was evolving, the reality was that Joaby had more costs than ever and was working more hours than he ever had before. At that moment, the opportunity to go back to work on the client side seemed like an escape. Joaby admits that, for most of his career, he was a bad business manager. If you're reading this as a visionary-minded agency owner—which many are—you might recognize yourself in his story. Rather than forcing yourself into an ill-fitting management role, the solution is to build a team that amplifies your natural strengths. This means hiring self-managing professionals or dedicated operations managers who can handle the day-to-day business mechanics, freeing you to focus your energy where it creates the most impact. The common objection to this approach is cost: "I can't afford to hire that level of talent."If this is your case, then the easiest solution will always be to raise your prices. How to justify that raise? Narrow your focus. When you become the go-to expert for a particular niche, you'll discover clients who are willing to pay for your true value rather than treating your services as a commodity. Stop Running the Mouse—Start Leading the Team These days, Joaby's creative involvement is way down from what it used to be. For many years, most of the agency's creative work still needed his approval in some way or another. However, at one point he and his partner realized that, whenever he wasn't stuck doing the creative work the agency grew and once he did go back to it, the agency stagnated. Agency growth is often limited by the founder, not the market, not the clients, and not even the team. When he focused on building and leading—growth resumed. If you're still running the mouse, reviewing every piece of creative, or handling every big client call, you're not leading—you're doing. And that's the bottleneck. It took Joaby some time to learn this. In fact, other than overseeing creative, he was also main account manager, where he didn't do the best job, since he couldn't fully focus on that area. In the end, client complaints about lack of focus helped Joaby recognize that it was time to hire account managers and start delegating. Scaling an agency isn't about doing more—it's about doing less yourself. By embracing your role as a leader, not a doer, hiring smarter, and building a team around your vision, you create the space for sustainable growth. Whether you're stuck in the grind or unsure how to let go, the answer isn't working harder—it's building better. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.

What happens when customer journeys fall apart behind the scenes, even as AI promises to tie them together? That's the question at the heart of this conversation with Jochem van der Veer, CEO and Co-Founder of TheyDo. Fresh off a $30 million Series B round, Jochem joins me to unpack what's really happening inside enterprise organisations that are trying to personalise experiences at scale. He's not speaking in theory. TheyDo is already helping companies like Ford, Atlassian, Cisco, and Home Depot shift how they approach customer experience. But instead of chasing the latest automation trend, Jochem urges something far more grounded: a return to clarity. His team's journey-centric model is designed to bring strategic alignment across departments that are often flying blind, each chasing their own targets without shared context. We talk about the growing gap between data collection and meaningful insight. While leaders are promised efficiency from AI, many find themselves with more dashboards and fewer answers. In fact, 28 percent say AI is actually worsening the problem by adding to the noise. That's the paradox. Jochem shares how journey management can break through these barriers and get teams back on track by focusing on what customers are trying to achieve rather than just what departments are measuring. You'll hear why so many personalisation efforts are falling flat, despite all the data, and how a few structural shifts could change that. Jochem also reflects on what the hidden costs of a disconnected experience look like and how businesses can spot trouble before it becomes visible in churn or lost revenue. This episode is for anyone frustrated by the growing complexity of customer experience. If you're stuck between data overload and underwhelming results, you'll find plenty of perspective here. And if you've ever wondered whether AI is helping or just making your job harder, this conversation might help you reframe the question. To learn more about TheyDo, visit theydo.com or connect with Jochem on LinkedIn.

Reality-TV lightning rod LeeAnne Locken returns to the Palazzo Suite for a riotous, no-filter follow-up that ping-pongs from slap-stick panic to soul-baring insight. Pol' is hand-gluing crystals when the puppies lose it—there's a giant snake coiled under his nightstand! LeeAnne narrates the chaos: Patrik's “call 911,” Pol's couture crisis, and a squad of hunky firemen wrestling a 12-foot (?) interloper down four flights of stairs. Drama level: Housewives reunion meets Animal Planet. Snake talk mutates into gallows humor: how to sink a corpse with razor wire, tarps, and cinder blocks—complete with a Home Depot shopping list. (Strictly theoretical, but hilariously vivid.) LeeAnne claims she was Real Housewives of Dallas: convinced Bravo to green-light it, earned only $35 K her first season, took 250 K viewers with her when she quit.She drags “manipulative” Stephanie Hollman, praises Erika Jayne and Lisa Rinna, shades Gizelle Bryant, and predicts Jen Shah will film straight out of the clink. Peacock's millions in streaming residuals? The cast gets zero. The trio swap “skinny secrets”—Ozempic injections, Kim Kardashian's Marilyn-dress crash diet, and the agony of sitting after a BBL. RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Loves: Georgina Chapman's black ruffled couture alongside beau Adrien Brody. Loathes: Selena Gomez's “dated funeral frock.” Debate: Should Brody keep his Oscar nod if AI generated his Hungarian accent? Giving DUI-plagued Karen Huger prison-prep advice (“Pose for photos, build your core”). Outraged at a Qatar flight that left passengers seated beside a dead woman. One-liners like “Shoot me in the taco!” keep Patrik screaming with laughter. LeeAnne breezes through: Brandy Redmond admitted she “farts a lot,” Cameron Westcott fed people pink dog food, Tiffany Moon wore the giant umbrella hat, and more. Pol' flips LeeAnne's Armenian coffee cup and channels her late grandmother Dorothy—the first person who ever loved her unconditionally. He prescribes a seven-month ritual: church, bread-breaking, and a pilgrimage to her family's magnolia-shaded Louisiana graves. LeeAnne dissolves; audiences glimpse the tender heart beneath the carnival-queen bravado. Expect venomous wit, Bravo secrets, couture critique, and an unexpectedly moving communion with Grandma—all in one wildly entertaining hour. Snake panic on the 4th floor“Just hands” & DIY true-crime tipsPulling back the RHOD curtainBody image & celebrity fixesRunway RundownHot-topic whirlThe Dallas Housewife Did It Texas Style quizCoffee reading: tears, closure & magnolia rootsSign-off & socials. This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! CHAPTERS: Subscribe to our audio: linktr.ee/undressedpod Follow Pol Atteu:  Instagram: @polatteu  Tiktok: @polatteu  Twitter: @polatteu  www.polatteu.com Follow Patrik Simpson:  Instagram: @patriksimpson  Tiktok: @patriksimpsonbh www.patriksimpson.com Follow SnowWhite90210: Instagram: @snowwhite90210 Twitter: @SnowWhite9010 www.snowwhite90210.com Watch Season 4 of Gown and Out In Beverly Hills on Prime Video.  www.gownandoutinbeverlyhills.com #UndressedPodcast  Armenian Coffee Reading: https://polatteu.com/armenian-coffee-cup-read Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices