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Guest Bios Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar, BAMS, MD (Ayurveda) One of the most academically accomplished Ayurvedic physicians in the Western world. Former personal physician to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Bestselling author of Change Your Schedule, Change Your Life and co-author of Awakened Sleep. Faculty at numerous integrative medicine programs. Trained in both classical Ayurvedic medicine and modern clinical research. His work bridges 5,000 years of Vedic wisdom with cutting-edge neuroscience and AI-driven health research. Renowned globally for his clinical expertise and his ability to make the ancient tradition accessible, scientific, and immediately practical. Dr. Sheila Patel, MD Board-certified family medicine physician and a leading voice in integrative health. Former Chief Medical Officer of the Chopra Center. Co-author of Awakened Sleep. Dr. Patel's clinical practice synthesizes conventional medicine with Ayurvedic principles, meditation, and mind-body approaches. She has spent decades helping patients understand the connection between emotional regulation, sensory awareness, and physical health — with sleep as the connective thread. Brought to you by MTE — More Than Energy, the performance formula designed for those who live life at full resonance. Trusted by top performers worldwide, MTE blends adaptogens, nootropics, and essential minerals to fuel focus, vitality, and flow — without the crash. Code Michael Elevate your day, sharpen your mind, and feel More Than Energy. 15% OFF YOUR ORDER:: https://getmte.com/products/mte-daily-energy-wellness?ref=MICHAEL Key Themes & Timestamps [00:00] Introduction — launching Resonance, the long tail of a book [02:28] What is Awakened Sleep? The Vedic perspective on sleep as a journey into consciousness [06:13] Modern science validates ancient wisdom — the convergence [08:13] The doshas explained — Vata, Pitta, Kapha and your sleep constitution [14:24] Universal sleep principles — temperature, light, timing, and the Stanford AI study [17:19] Personalized sleep — why one size doesn't fit all [20:00] The nervous system connection — parasympathetic tone and sensory overload [23:47] Your evening meal is your sleep prescription [25:50] The world has changed more since 1992 than in the previous thousand years [28:14] Orthosomnia — the new tech-induced sleep disease [29:09] Email apnea and text apnea — we literally stop breathing [30:15] Somniphobia — the fear of being alone in the dark (and why loneliness is the real insomnia) [37:47] Breath as medicine — the yogic prescription for sleep [40:11] Mantra, sound, and the neuro-associative conditioning of sleep [42:27] Creating your evening routine — the practice Michael is starting tonight [45:05] The dress rehearsal for dying — sleep as a journey into consciousness [51:17] Awakened Sleep as meditation's companion — the fourth state of consciousness [56:04] Geography, doshas, and the places that heal us [59:56] Vedic astrology, the eclipse, and the chapter we're entering [1:02:49] Closing — guiding us home in a noisy world Key Quotes Dr. Suhas: "We are doing a dress rehearsal of dying every night. We go to the same place where we were before we were born and long after we will be gone." "Sleep outweighs diet and exercise. If you rank lifestyle things, sleep is even higher ranked than diet and exercise and loneliness." "Orthosomnia — about 40% of Gen Z adults are experiencing sleep anxiety because of the gadgets they are wearing." "Where your attention goes, that's where the energy is flowing." "These techniques are not free. They are very expensive — because the most expensive commodity right now is me time." "An introspective sage is awake when the rest of the world is sleeping." — Bhagavad Gita Dr. Sheila: "Sleep is an active process. It's not just rest — it's an active rest." "So much of depression, anxiety is that disconnect from nature, disconnect from community. Everyone's all in their own individual bubbles." "Pick the weeds, plant some seeds, water them with gratitude." "We have so many tools within us — and with our breath, it's free." Michael: "I think a lot of us as humans have lost our way with all of the conflicting signals. And it's hard in a noisy world to find true signal that reminds us of who we are and how we can find our way home." Resources Mentioned Awakened Sleep by Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar & Dr. Sheila Patel Change Your Schedule, Change Your Life by Dr. Suhas Stanford Medicine AI Sleep Study (January 2025) — 65,000 participants, 600,000 hours of sleep data, predicting 130+ health conditions Oura Ring — wearable sleep tracking Vedic Meditation / Mantra practice Temescal (traditional sweat lodge) ceremony Bhagavad Gita — "Yānishā sarva-bhūtānāṁ tasyāṁ jāgarti saṅyamī" Rathri Sukta — Vedic hymn to the twin sisters Usha (dawn) and Nisha (dusk) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) Connect Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar: [website] | [Instagram] Dr. Sheila Patel: [website] | [Instagram] Michael Trainer: michaeltrainer.net | @michaeltrainer | Resonance Podcast Pre-Order Resonance Resonance: The Art and Science of Human Connection arrives May 5, 2026 from BenBella Books. Foreword by Steven Pressfield, author of The War of Art. "Outstanding. I wouldn't change a word." — Steven Pressfield Companion Substack Read Michael's full essay on this conversation: "The Dress Rehearsal for Dying: What Vedic Sleep Science Reveals About Why We Can't Connect" — exploring how orthosomnia, somniphobia, and the loneliness epidemic collide with the Resonance framework and the Seven Pillars of authentic connection. https://substack.com/@michaeltrainer Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Scott Marshall, President & CEO of the Institute for Shipboard Education and host of the As Unexpected Podcast.Scott reflects on how a formative study abroad experience in Japan sparked his lifelong commitment to global education and cross-cultural understanding. He shares his journey from academia to leading Semester at Sea, the world's leading comparative study abroad program, and explains how immersive travel builds empathy, challenges assumptions, and deepens human connection. Together, they explore leadership, purpose, and why experiencing the world firsthand is more important than ever in an increasingly divided and digital age.This episode is a MUST-LISTEN!
In this episode, Anson Zhou (2024 cohort) interviews Amanda Morrison (2024 cohort), a JD student at Stanford Law School, about the through line connecting her upbringing in Montana, her longtime relationship to dance, her work in documentary filmmaking, and her decision to pursue law. Amanda imagines a world where human connection prevails over loneliness and division. She reflects on how the outdoors and ballet trained her in discipline, endurance, and growth through discomfort, and how those lessons continue to shape the way she moves through new challenges.Highlights from the episode:(03:06) Growing up in Helena, Montana and getting into ballet(08:11) Why she began studying policy(10:50) Going to China and studying U.S.–China relations(16:55) Becoming immersed in the world of film and then law(27:37) Storytelling as a tool in law(34:55) Pursuing her interests in law school(52:30) Improbable fact, Denning House snack takes, and advice for future applicants
What if the most healing thing a healthcare provider can do has nothing to do with a diagnosis or a prescription? In this episode, Tracy Cherpeski sits down with Dr. Fred Moss—a psychiatrist with 46 years in the mental health system who believes that human connection, not medication, is at the heart of all healing. Read the full show notes, memorable quotes, and key takeaways. See Where Your Practice Stands: Take our Practice Growth Readiness Assessment Dr. Fred is the founder of Welcome To Humanity, a coaching practice that helps people undiagnose, unmedicate, and step away from conventional mental health models that treat discomfort as pathology. He shares why he calls himself an “undoctor,” how diagnoses can become identity traps, and why discomfort is a feature of being human—not a sign that something is wrong with you. In this episode, you'll hear about Dr. Fred's journey from childhood communicator to psychiatric rebel, his work in prisons, orphanages, and homeless shelters, and why he believes anyone can practice the art of genuine healing through connection. Tracy shares a personal aha moment that will resonate with any provider who's questioned the limits of conventional care. Read the full show notes, memorable quotes, and key takeaways. See Where Your Practice Stands: Take our Practice Growth Readiness Assessment Connect With Us: Be a Guest on the Show Thriving Practice Community Schedule Strategy Session with Tracy Tracy's LinkedIn Business LinkedIn Page
In this episode, Geoffrey Smith and Cory Jenks discuss the importance of human connection in healthcare, the need for innovation, and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals. Cory shares his unique background as a pharmacist and improv comedian, emphasizing the significance of creating meaningful experiences for patients and caregivers alike. They explore the barriers to change within the healthcare system and the potential for individual engagement to drive transformation. The conversation highlights the importance of authentic presence, breaking down self-imposed limits, and the lessons learned from both positive and negative experiences in healthcare. Additional Resources: Follow Cory on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-jenks-3ba17314/ Take a look Cory's book, Permission to Care: Building a Healthcare Culture that Thrives in Chaos: https://rb.gy/4a8yoo www.mo-mentsofexperience.com Subscribe to Mo-Ments of Experience on YouTube! https://youtube.com/@mo-mentsofexperience?si=IZAB036xX1mmrn2C Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peopleforward-network Learn more about PeopleForward Network: https://peopleforwardnetwork.com Key Takeaways: Cory emphasizes the importance of getting patients off medication. Healthcare professionals can create joy in their work environments. Authentic presence is crucial in patient care. Building trust with patients is essential for effective healthcare. Self-imposed limits can hinder innovation in healthcare.
Explore how fintech and AI expand access to personalized financial guidance, regardless of wealth level, and why human connection is vital in the age of AI with Connective CEO Ian Rosen. 00:00 Introduction 02:49 The Gaps in Financial Education and Advisory Services 09:08 Building Trust in Financial Services 13:03 Addressing Financial Anxiety and Health 14:37 The Journey to Founding Connective 23:08 The Future of Human Connection in Wealth Management 31:36 The Ripple Effect of Financial Support 32:31 The Need for Financial Professionals 42:24 Trend or Fad?
Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USOne on One Video Call W/George https://tidycal.com/georgepmonty/60-minute-meetingPSYCHEDELIC COMPOUNDSThat No One Has Made But I Think I Would LoveEpisode Six: THALASSINE-7(7-OH-Mitragynine-DMT Conjugate / Sigma-2 Agonist / Cortistatin Analog)“The compound that puts you in the water. The water that is already in you.”✦Episode SummaryThis episode delivers a haunting, second-person narrative of THALASSINE-7, a purely theoretical psychedelic that doesn't flood you with new visions — it turns up the volume on what your body is already screaming, clears the static of self-protection, and holds you in crystal-clear confrontation with the self at depth.Framed through a father and his nine-year-old daughter's real-time fight against a rip current at Three Tables Beach on Oahu's North Shore, the “trip” becomes an unflinching mirror for overconfidence, the weight of trust, ignoring warning signs, and the difference between survival and wisdom.The Compound (Theoretical Pharmacology)• Backbone: Modified 7-hydroxymitragynine redirected from opioid receptors to sigma-2 agonism (mitochondrial receptors that govern the cellular “continue or quit” decision — literally apoptosis/survival signaling).• Psychedelic Link: 5-substituted DMT moiety connected via sulfonyl linker, creating allosteric cross-talk that amplifies whatever signal your nervous system is already broadcasting instead of overlaying new hallucinations.• Rest Component: Cortistatin-14 analog — the same neuropeptide your brain releases in deep slow-wave sleep — brought into full waking consciousness to quiet hippocampal chatter and deliver profound, low-static rest while you remain completely alert.Net Effect: Complete wakefulness + total removal of narrative armor + inescapable bodily truth = an encounter with reality you cannot file away.Status: 100% theoretical / fever-dream medicinal chemistry. No one has synthesized this. The lessons it forces are very real.The Trip Report: Three Tables Beach, Pupukea, North Shore OahuSetting: Overcast grey morning at the beach named for three flat coral reef tables visible at low tide. Multiple posted signs warn of powerful rip currents, hazardous shorebreak, and past deaths. The father enters the water anyway with his trusting daughter on his back.Key Moments (clinical timestamps from the narrative):• T+0:00 — Reading the signs… and walking in.• T+0:22 — The current slams. Sigma-2 receptors light up with the body's primal “continue” verdict.• T+0:25–0:41 — Arm-over-arm fight; daughter silent, gripping, sixty-two pounds feeling like the entire world.• T+0:58 — Shore reached. Arms shaking in six inches of water. Pride and reckoning land simultaneously.• T+1:20 — The compound forces both truths at once: I brought her back and I never should have taken her in.• T+2:00 — Integration on the sand: You are not the exception. Do the work in calm water before the current changes again.Real Location NoteThree Tables Beach (also called Kalua o Māua) is a real spot between Waimea Bay and Sharks Cove. It offers world-class snorkeling in summer but is notorious for sudden, powerful rip currents and rogue waves, especially October–April. Signs explicitly warn “Deaths have occurred,” “Strong rip currents capable of pulling swimmers far out to sea,” and “Enter at your own risk.” Recent incidents include drownings and rescues. There is no permanent lifeguard tower. Always check conditions and heed every sign.Core Themes & Takeaways• The universal “gap at the sign” — the split-second where information becomes discomfort and we quietly decide “that doesn't apply to me.”• Holding both pride in what your body refused to quit and accountability for the unnecessary risk.• The ocean as the cleanest laboratory: it applies the same physics to everyone regardless of how much you love the person beside you or how strong your story says you are.• Capacities are not equal — this is physics, not morality. The ethical response is ruthless honesty about where you actually are and deliberate work to close the gap.• Parenting in action: what you model when the signs are clear echoes louder than any lecture.• “Go do the work. In calm water. Before the current changes again.”Key Quote“You are not the exception. You are a person who, when the situation became the thing it was always warning you it might become, found out what you are actually made of. And what you are made of was enough. This time.”Synthesist's NotesThe specific conjugate (sulfonyl-linked 7-OH-mitragynine-DMT-cortistatin analog) exists only in speculation, but every piece draws from documented science: sigma-2 receptors in mitochondria, cortistatin's role in deep sleep consolidation, and the well-known potency of 7-hydroxymitragynine. What is not speculative is the psychological target — the moment we read a warning and override it with self-flattery. THALASSINE-7 is the compound that refuses to let you file that discomfort under “confidence” and keeps the gap open until it becomes transformation.Next EpisodeCHRONOGEN — a peptide-psychedelic hybrid that does not alter time perception. It alters time preference. The body begins to want the present with such ferocity that past and future lose their gravitational pull. The calendar has been keeping records of every appointment your future self never received. It is not angry. It is just waiting.✦END OF EPISODE SIXTHALASSINE-7 • Status: Theoretical. The signs were always right.Thank you for listening (or reading). If this episode moved you, sit with the gap at your own signs today. The water is already in you. One on One Video call W/George https://tidycal.com/georgepmonty/60-minute-meetingSupport the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US
In this episode of Conversations from the Heart, we explore one of the most bewildering dynamics in adult relationships: when we find ourselves deeply attached to someone who simply cannot meet us where we are. Even when our minds know the relationship isn't mutual or nourishing, parts of us keep circling back: longing, hoping, checking the “well” for water that isn't there.Through a heartfelt exchange with Judith, we trace how these patterns often have their roots in early attachment wounds. We talk about how our younger parts, the child that still wants to be seen, the teenager who still hopes someone will change, can unconsciously run the show, even in our most adult moments. And we explore how to bring loving awareness to those inner parts, to let them grieve, and to gently reorient toward relationships that feel reciprocal, alive, and truly safe.This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt confused about why letting go feels so hard, even when you “know better.” It's about learning the difference between codependence and interdependence, between trying to fix others and truly caring for ourselves, and finding peace in the knowing that healing doesn't mean we stop needing people; it means we learn how to choose the ones who can meet us there.Read more on the blog.For ongoing practice and deeper learning, I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection. Twice a month, I host live calls where members bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human Connection Hop on my free Wednesday live call Follow me on YouTube
Bruno is a French-Lebanese American now in his third career. He began in PR and communications, then shifted gears into restaurant management—two worlds that taught him how people think, feel, and connect. Today, he's a startup founder in tech, building software to help teams create products people truly want, instead of the endless stream of AI noise. His path has been anything but linear, and that's exactly what keeps it interesting. Bruno's biggest lesson? People will always surprise you—if you stay curious enough to let them.Follow his path:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brunotagerhttps://www.instagram.com/brunotager/https://x.com/brunotagerhttps://www.codiris.build/ ***********Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, May 2022: Running and Life: 5KM Formula for YOUR Successhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oT_5Er1cLvY Join Substack: https://substack.com/@susannemuellernyc?Enjoy one coaching session for free if you are a yearly subscriber. 700+ weekly blogs / 500+ podcasts / 1 Ironman Triathlon / 5 half ironman races / 26 marathon races / 4 books / 1 Mt. Kilimanjaro / 1 TEDx Talk
In this episode, Carmen explores what manners truly represent — not as rigid rules or performative politeness, but as everyday acts of dignity, awareness, and human connection. Through personal stories and real‑world examples, she reflects on how small gestures like “please,” “thank you,” “excuse me,” and “I'm sorry” shape the way we move through shared spaces. Manners, as Carmen explains, were never just about sounding proper. They were about respect — for elders, for strangers, for the people we encounter in grocery aisles, offices, sidewalks, and everywhere in between. “Manners was about having a sense of dignity,” she says, and that dignity is something we offer each other through presence, consideration, and empathy. From knowing when to listen, when to speak, and when to walk away, to recognizing how our behavior impacts others, this episode is a reminder that the simplest habits can shift the energy around us. As Carmen puts it, “Manners are about simply saying, I see you, I know that I exist in the world with you.” A grounded, thoughtful conversation about decency, awareness, and the small choices that make us better to one another.Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. You can now watch the livestream version of the show on YouTube at @CarmenLezeth You can also support us by shopping at our STORE - We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the link in bio page. Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481Editing by Team A-JHost, Carmen Lezeth DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance.
In this deeply personal TEDx Talk, Dan reveals the truth about influence: it's not about control, pressure, or persuasion. It's about trust. And trust begins within.Link of the full Tedx Talk: https://youtu.be/ASs9SfieDsE?si=lhlNGivMn9pHjViH Dan vulnerably shares his battle with alcoholism and the mentor, Dave, who helped him find his way out. Through that experience, he discovered a simple but transformative Communication Model built on three pillars: Connect energetically Ask adept questions Actively listen You'll learn why the “influence gap” exists, how to close it, and why trying harder often pushes people further away. Dan also shares a moving story about his daughter Maggie and the moment he realized that true connection starts with being emotionally present. In sales, leadership, and life, influence isn't something you take — it's something you earn through connection. And in a time when technology can deliver information but not care, mastering human connection may be your greatest competitive advantage. What you'll learn in this episode: ● Why trust is the foundation of influence in sales and leadership ● What the “influence gap” is and how to close it ● The three-part Communication Model for deeper human connection ● How to ask adept questions that uncover what truly matters ● Why active listening is more powerful than persuasion ● How influencing yourself is the first step to influencing others ● Why human connection matters more than ever in the age of AI To find out more about Dan Rochon and the CPI Community, you can check these links:Website: No Broke MonthsPodcast: No Broke Months for Salespeople PodcastInstagram: @donrochonxFacebook: Dan RochonLinkedIn: Dan RochonTeach to Sell Preorder: Teach to Sell: Why Top Performers Never Sell – And What They Do Instead
Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USOne on One Video Call W/George https://tidycal.com/georgepmonty/60-minute-meetingThe metal detector isn't checking whether the building is dangerous for you…it's checking if you are dangerous for those inside! Episode Five of Psychedelic Compounds That No One Has Made But I Think I Would Love. DIGNIN: a peptide-tryptamine hybrid that temporarily takes the cortisol offline and asks it, at the molecular level, whether the threat is real or just a habit. Spoiler: it's a habit. You built it. You've been maintaining it for years. You're very good at it. This is the compound that shows you the blueprints. One on One Video call W/George https://tidycal.com/georgepmonty/60-minute-meetingSupport the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US
Send a textEmpathy has become one of the most overused—and misunderstood—words in leadership and inclusion spaces. Often framed as a “nice to have” or a soft interpersonal skill, empathy is frequently stripped of its complexity, discomfort, and emotional labor.In my recent conversation with Matthias Biehl on The Cultural Curriculum Chat™ Podcast, we explored what empathy really looks like in practice—especially when people don't share the same identities, backgrounds, or worldviews.Matthias brings over eight years of experience working in inclusion and organizational culture, grounded not only in theory but in lived experience. He challenges the idea that empathy is easy, pointing instead to its emotional cost—and its power.We discussed why organizations struggle to talk honestly about bias and belonging, how psychological safety is often misunderstood, and what happens when inclusion becomes performative rather than relational.One of the most powerful takeaways?Empathy isn't about agreement. It's about engagement.In polarized workplaces and communities, the ability to stay present, curious, and accountable may be one of the most critical leadership skills we have.If you're ready to rethink empathy—not as softness, but as strength—this conversation is for you.
In this podcast, Greg Voisen sits down with serial entrepreneur and "Chief Connector" Larry Kesslin to explore his transformative new book, The Joy Molecule: How to Unlock the Power of Human Connection. Kesslin dismantles the traditional, box-checking definition of success that leaves so many high-achievers feeling hollow. If you've ever reached the summit of your career only to ask, "Is this all there is?", this conversation is your wake-up call. Larry shares the harrowing and humbling pivot points of his life—from a high-stakes engineering career at GE to a soul-stirring encounter with inner-city kids in Aspen—to reveal why happiness is fleeting, but joy is a biological and spiritual certainty you can unlock.
Sales doesn't have to feel pushy, awkward, or inauthentic. In fact, according to sales and communication expert Nitya Kirat, great selling has nothing to do with persuasion tactics and everything to do with trust. In this episode, Nitya, CEO of YOSD Consulting, shares why the best salespeople ask the best questions, how to simplify your messaging so people actually understand what you do, and why rushing the sales process is costing you more than you realize. We dive into emotional intelligence, knowing yourself as a seller, overcoming money stories, and creating a consistent sales process that works, even in uncertain economic times. If you've ever said “I hate sales” or struggled to convert great conversations into paying clients, this episode will completely shift how you think about selling. Website: www.yosdconsulting.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nityakirat/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@tinysaleshabits Email: nitya@yosdconsulting.com 00:00 Introduction to the Guest: Nitya Kirat 01:45 Nitya's Background, Career Shift & YOSD Consulting 03:45 Why Sales Feels Uncomfortable (And How to Reframe It) 05:50 Sales as Trust-Building, Not Persuasion 08:05 The Power of Asking Better Questions 10:45 What Actually Makes a Great Sales Meeting 13:00 Rushing the Sales Process & Scarcity Mindset 14:30 Talking Pricing, Proposals & Money Stories 17:00 Emotional Intelligence & Knowing Yourself as a Seller 20:00 Finding the Right Clients & Cultural Fit 24:10 Simplifying Your Message & Avoiding Jargon 27:00 Corporate Speak vs. Clear Communication 31:00 Creating a Consistent Sales Process 33:00 Converting Now, Later or Never 37:00 Serving Before Selling & Authority Positioning 39:00 Winning Virtually & Supporting Clients with AI 41:00 Sales Trends, Technology & Human Connection in 2026 43:15 Keeping It Simple: The Fundamentals Still Win 45:30 Final Thoughts & Where to Connect with Nitya Kirat The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
"Whatever your trauma is, just know that somehow, some way it could be used to help another human being." On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth welcomes Frank Meeink, former white supremacist turned peer support specialist and recovery advocate, for a candid conversation about how honesty, humility, and service transformed his relationship with himself and others. Frank shares how decades of addiction, loss, and repeated relapse eventually led him to a moment of spiritual surrender, and how that turning point reshaped everything. From his daily "God walks" and the personal mantra STAY (Stop Thinking About Yourself) to his work as an undercover recovery specialist connecting unhoused individuals with resources in downtown Los Angeles, Frank illustrates what it looks like to convert lived pain into genuine connection. The pair explores why saying "me too" can break through isolation, how letting go of resentments and the need to be the center of attention builds real self-esteem, and why highlighting someone's strengths alongside their struggles creates space for lasting change. Frank also reflects on the power of the "broken vessel" metaphor, the importance of sharing our stories only in service rather than performance, and why recovery is not about willpower but about surrendering to something greater and showing up for others each day. We invite you to listen to the full episode and follow Transforming Trauma on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. *** SPACE: SPACE is an Inner Development Program of Support and Self-Discovery for Therapists on the Personal, Interpersonal, and Transpersonal Levels offered by the Complex Trauma Training Center. This experiential learning program offers an immersive group experience designed to cultivate space for self-care, community support, and deepening vitality in our professional role as therapists. Learn more about how to join. *** The Complex Trauma Training Center: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com View upcoming trainings: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com/schedule/ *** The Complex Trauma Training Center (CTTC) is a professional organization providing clinical training, education, consultation, and mentorship for psychotherapists and mental health professionals working with individuals and communities impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Complex Trauma (C-PTSD). CTTC provides NARM® Therapist and NARM® Master Therapist Training programs, as well as ongoing monthly groups in support of those learning NARM. CTTC also offers the SPACE Inner Development Program for Therapists, providing a depth-oriented professional community for those seeking a supportive network of therapists focused on three levels of shared human experience: personal, interpersonal & transpersonal. The Transforming Trauma podcast embodies the spirit of CTTC – best described by its three keywords: depth, connection, and heart - and offers guidance to those interested in effective, transformational trauma-informed care. *** We want to connect with you! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/complextraumatrainingcenter/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/complextraumatrainingcenter/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/complex-trauma-training-center/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ComplexTraumaTrainingCenter X https://x.com/CTTC_Training
The importance of human connection and storytelling w/Alec HarrisonFilm and Documentary ComposerAlec is a 3-time Emmy-Nominated film and documentary composer, specializing in biographic docs and feature films. He is a Canadian composer with Six Degrees Music in Calgary, Alberta.I'm a 25-year veteran film and tv composer. I've spend my career in Alberta, Canada working both in the Alberta market and with international clients. I'm passionate about the creative process and storytelling in it's various forms. I love to talk about creative endeavours and the importance of storytelling and human connection. I grew up in a small town, I live in a small town and have a unique story of success without being in a major centre for most of my career. Brand credits include ESPN, NBA, NFL, Universal Studios, Discovery Channel, History Network, FlyOver Canada and various streaming platforms.Links:https://play.reelcrafter.com/alecharrison/Alec-Harrison-Reelhttps://www.instagram.com/alec_harrison/Tags:Composer,Documentary,Music,Musician,Storyteller,TV & Film,The importance of human connection and storytelling w/Alec Harrison,Live Video Podcast Interview,Inteview,Podcast,Phantom Electric Ghost Podcast,PodmatchSupport PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rssSubstackhttps://substack.com/@phantomelectricghost?utm_source=edit-profile-page
While artificial intelligence can automate some tasks, users should be cautious when looking to chatbots for social connection or mental health advice, a Kansas City University psychology professor says.
Alexander Mehr, Co Founder and CEO of Famous.ai, a company that helps creators and entrepreneurs harness the power of AI to build authentic influence and scalable digital empires.Through advanced AI driven tools and strategic guidance, Alex shows creators and business owners how to use technology to deepen human connection, amplify their personal brands, and strengthen the way they show up online.Now, Alex's journey from NASA scientist to serial entrepreneur, including co founding Zoosk which grew to over 40 million users before being acquired for $250M, demonstrates what is possible when innovation meets resilience and long term vision.And while leading the conversation around the future of personal branding in the AI era, he is helping creators stay ahead by pairing strategy with emotional intelligence.Here's where to find more:Website: https://famous.aiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexmehrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctoralex________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here: https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself
Dr. Allison Pugh is Professor of Sociology at Johns Hopkins University and author of The Last Human Job, winner of the 2025 Best Book Award from the American Sociological Association. Her work examines how automation, efficiency, and quantification reshape work that relies on presence, dignity, and visibility. She introduces the concept of connective labor—the mutual, human work of recognizing another person and reflecting that understanding to them.Louis Kim is a former Vice President at Hewlett-Packard, where he led teams in developing AI-enabled technologies for healthcare and other industries. After decades in corporate leadership, he is now pursuing a Master of Divinity at Duke Divinity School, focusing on hospice and palliative care. Alongside his theological training, Louis participates in Vatican-sponsored conversations on principled AI in healthcare, exploring where technology can assist care and where it must not replace human presence.In this second part of our conversation, we talk about:Why calling AI “inevitable” can obscure human agency and choiceThe rapid adoption of AI scribes in medicineTwo aspects of the inevitability of AI AI and ethical dilemmas in healthcare ethicsThe limits of “better than nothing” as a moral framework for AIThe painful beauty of unpredictability in human relationshipsShame, vulnerability, and why AI feels easier than peopleThe risk of bypassing growth through technological shortcuts Safeguarding dignity and belonging for the future of workTo learn more about Allison's work, you can find her at: https://www.allisonpugh.com/ To learn more about Louis's work, you can find him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisjkim/ Books and Resources Mentioned: The Last Human Job: The Work of Connecting in a Disconnected World (by Allison Pugh)This season of the podcast is sponsored by Templeton Religion Trust.Support the show
In this episode of Counsel Culture, Eric sits down with culture strategist, speaker, and author Nathan Schock for a wide-ranging conversation about culture, clarity, and why sustainable growth always starts with identity. Nathan reflects on a pivotal season in his life as a father of three adult daughters, sharing the gratitude and perspective that comes from walking through transition with his family. That grounding leads into a deeper exploration of his professional journey—from building a successful customer experience firm to realizing that systems fail when culture is unclear. What began as customer experience work ultimately evolved into a mission to help organizations define who they are before deciding what they do. Eric and Nathan explore why proximity once carried culture in early-stage companies, why growth exposes what was never documented, and how leaders lose engagement when expectations remain unspoken. Drawing from real-world examples across retail, hospitality, and global brands, Nathan explains why culture isn't enforced through rules or memos, but formed through identity, clarity, and consistent modeling. The conversation also dives into the role of human connection in an AI-driven world. Nathan challenges the idea that efficiency equals experience, arguing instead that technology should create more space for presence, trust, and relationship capital—not replace them. From Chick-fil-A to Disney to everyday leadership moments, he illustrates how small, intentional behaviors compound into enduring cultures. They close with a practical discussion on employee engagement, why people don't quit companies but quit confusion, and the importance of giving teams a clear definition of success. Nathan also shares the question he believes leaders should ask more often: where are you going—and what kind of life are you building along the way? In this episode, you'll learn: · Why culture must be defined before it can scale · How clarity drives engagement at every level of an organization · Why customer experience always reflects internal culture · The difference between service efficiency and human experience · How AI should support presence, not replace connection · Why identity shapes behavior more than policies ever will This episode is dedicated to Nathan's journey and the lessons formed through leadership, family, and faith. This conversation is a reminder that culture isn't something you install—it's something you live. This conversation is what we make it. This is Counsel Culture. Learn more at www.ericbrooker.com | www.nathanshock.com
This conversation invites us to explore one of the deepest lessons in emotional maturity: learning to be in relationship with our feelings without being ruled by them. Through a heartfelt dialogue about parenting, school anxiety, and our own patterns of overwhelm, we discover that the path to growing up isn't about avoiding what's hard, but about developing a loving and steady relationship with the “vehicle” we live in: our body, our emotions, and our lived experience.We walk through the tender terrain of a parent's grief and a child's avoidance, uncovering how easily love can turn into enabling, and how empathy can lose its grounding without boundaries. Together, we explore what it means to help a child, and ourselves, build strength from discomfort, rather than collapse in its presence. This episode is a compassionate reminder that our feelings are sacred messengers, but they are not the drivers. We are.Listen to learn:•How to find the line between empathy and enabling•What the Zone of Proximal Development means for emotional growth•How to stay attuned to your child's unique pace and capacities•Why discomfort, not avoidance, is the soil for confidence•How to model agency and resilience for your kids (and yourself)Read more on the blog.For ongoing practice and deeper learning, I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection. Twice a month, I host live calls where members bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human Connection Hop on my free Wednesday live call Follow me on YouTube
Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USOne on One Video Call W/George https://tidycal.com/georgepmonty/60-minute-meetingI found footage of two octopi speaking in geometric patterns. Ran it throughlinguistic software. It flagged as LANGUAGE—the same patterns I'd been seeingon DMT for years. So I reverse-engineered their neurochemistry, attached it toa tryptamine, and learned to read the language my hallucinations have beenspeaking this entire time.LEXICON-7: the compound that hijacks your claustrum and teaches you exponentiallanguage. The mandalas aren't decoration—they're grammar. The geometry isn'tnoise—it's syntax. Seven dimensions. Cross-modal binding. Visual cortex wireddirectly to Broca's area.I took it in an art studio. The paintings started conjugating.I learned to respond.Now I can't stop reading. The world is written in a language I finallyunderstand, and it's beautiful and terrifying in exactly equal measure.Octopi have been doing this for 300 million years. Now, theoretically, so canyou.◯ ⟲ ⟲ ⟲ — One on One Video call W/George https://tidycal.com/georgepmonty/60-minute-meetingSupport the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US
Is your sales process getting more automated — but less effective? When HVAC decisions get reduced to scripts, software, and speed, contractors risk losing the one thing homeowners actually buy from, people. Homeowners call because life was disrupted and they want to feel taken care of. In this week's episode of Cracking the Code, Drew […] The post How Human Connection Wins HVAC Purchase Decisions first appeared on My Contractor University | Dashboard.
In Episode 261, I'm coming to you on location from Edmond, Oklahoma, where I had the opportunity to sit down with my friend Joe Beckman at the OASSP conference.Joe has spent more than 20 years traveling the world with one simple mission: reclaim human connection.And if we're honest, that mission has never been more urgent. Loneliness is at an all-time high. Belonging and self-worth feel fragile. Technology is louder than conversation. So what does that mean for school leaders?In this conversation, Joe challenges us to rethink where connection lives on our priority list. It's not one more thing on the plate.It is the plate.We talk about:Why connection must be the foundation of leadershipThe powerful “Chinette plate” analogy and what it means for cultureHow storytelling builds trust and opens students' mindsWhy vulnerability accelerates connection in classroomsThe Big Tobacco → Big Tech comparison and what leaders must understandHow adults must model healthy tech boundariesWhy conferences and networks matter in fighting leadership isolationThe courage required to lean into difficult conversationsJoe also shares how he is personally leaning into leadership right now by stepping into uncomfortable spaces and using his voice where it matters most.If you care about culture…If you care about your people… If you care about leading well in a distracted world…This episode is for you.Connect with Joe: www.joebeckman.comThank you to our Amazing SponsorsThis episode is sponored by DigiCoach, helping leaders capture real-time instructional data, provide meaningful feedback, and build clarity through strong systems. Go to https://www.digicoach.com/ and tell them you heard about them here on the Leaning into Leadership podcast for special partner pricing.This episode is also brought to you by HeyTutor, delivering high-impact, research-based tutoring that supports students while reducing leadership overwhelm. Connect with them at HeyTutor.com
Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USOne on One Video Call W/George https://tidycal.com/georgepmonty/60-minute-meeting═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════PSYCHEDELIC COMPOUNDS THAT NO ONE HAS MADE BUT I THINK I WOULD LOVE═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════EPISODE 02: Ψ-COLLAPSE(3,4-Methylenedioxy-N-Superposition-Amphetamine)"The compound that makes you all possible versions of yourself at once, then forces you to choose which one survives measurement."═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
Listen in as Erin and Michael discuss: How Michael accidentally launched a referral engine in his first year by hosting a housewarming party for his very first clients — and walked away with 11 referrals from a single event. The "What's Next" concept: Every interaction should naturally lead to a future interaction Why events are especially powerful for introverts: you don't need 50 one-to-one conversations when an event creates hundreds of conversations about you. How Michael scaled from solo production into a "system of systems" team The future of business in the AI era: The winners won't be the ones who out-tech everyone — they'll be the ones who "out-touch" through HI (Human Interaction), supported by AI. About Michael Maher understands the power of Referrals. He is the epitome of how a life can change through the power of connection. Born in a shack in a small town in Kansas, he used his curiosity and humility to build a network that fed him and his business over 500 referrals annually in a business where 5 referrals in a year was above average. His company rapidly earned millions. Then he wrote a book called (7L) The Seven Levels of Communication: Go from Relationships to Referrals. His network spread the word about this book so fast that it became an Amazon bestseller in just 7 days and has been a bestseller for over 11 years! That book spurred a movement and then a community, The Generosity Generation. This global referral community exchanges referrals daily - and you may be invited to become a part of it. His company, REFERCO, is the foremost authority on business referrals. Michael's network and client list includes presidents and billionaires. He has shared the stage with George W Bush, Tony Robbins, Barbara Corcoran, and Magic Johnson. He's coached many people you've heard of. Today, he is here to help us. Even though Michael has been given many wonderful titles by the business world, the titles that mean the most to him are husband and father. Michael grew up in Kansas City, and now lives in Atlanta, GA with his wife Sheri, son Max, and their dog Miles. Michael wants to help you build a business that not only feeds your family, but also feeds your soul. Today, you will get some insights on the power of referrals from someone who lives it, breathes it, loves it, and teaches it. A true master. He walks his talk. It is my pleasure to introduce you to my friend, my colleague, Michael J. Maher. How to Connect With Michael Website: www.JoinGenGen.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GETREFERRALS LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-j-maher-159872366/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joingengen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael.j.maher/ Recommended Resources www.TheBookOnReferrals.com www.ReferralsPodcast.com
When Travel, Humor & Human Connection Collide: A Joyful Conversation with Melissa Rodway Some of the best stories on The Debbie Nigro Show start with a "premonition." You know… that little voice that says to someone, "I should reach out to Debbie." And when that voice belongs to someone with great energy, curiosity, and a whole lotta heart? I listen. That's exactly how I connected with Melissa Rodway—Toronto-based travel storyteller, longtime host of Fly Travel Radio, part-time adventurer, occasional stand-up comic, and author of the five-star Amazon hit The People You Meet. And let me tell you… this conversation was pure joy. From Airport Observations to Life Adventures Melissa's book was born from heartfelt emails she sent home while traveling through Southeast Asia and China—emails so good, friends begged for more. Sixteen years later, she finally turned them into a book. (Proof that timing is everything, people!) Right out of the gate, she hooks you with humor—like watching President Obama on TV in an airport while wondering why the woman next to her didn't care… "Maybe she already has dental."
Hey Heal Squad! Because Valentine's Day is this week, we're throwing it back to a powerful conversation all about relationships, codependency, and the patterns we don't even realize we're repeating. Kev and Kelsey sit down with human connection specialist Mark Groves to unpack why we're drawn to certain relationship dynamics, what people-pleasing is really costing us, and how something he calls a “sacred pause” might be the exact reset we didn't know we needed. From attachment styles to boundaries, grief, anger, and learning to actually choose yourself… this one goes deep in the best way. If relationships have ever left you confused, stuck, or wondering why this keeps happening… this throwback is full of those big aha moments Heal Squad loves. Enjoy! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy's Page: Shop My Macy's Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AUDIBLE: https://audible.com/healsquad AG1: https://drinkag1.com/healsquad GUEST RESOURCES: Pre-Order ‘Liberated Love': https://read.macmillan.com/lp/liberated-love Mark Grove's Websites: https://markgroves.com/ & https://createthelove.com/ Mark Groves Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove/ ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.
#209 - Conversations feel brittle right now, and disagreements can feel like stepping onto a minefield. We sit down with artist, educator, and traveler David Deighton to explore a different path: using art, curiosity, and face-to-face dialogue to turn political tension into human connection. From a pop-up “museum” on the rim of the Grand Canyon to quiet miles in the backcountry, David shares how intentional design and slow travel can lower the temperature and raise the quality of our conversations.David's method is simple and powerful. He builds installations that reveal our invisible boxes—our limited worldviews—and then invites strangers to talk through three non-triggering questions. No debating. No dunks. Just listening for one shared emotion and letting that become the bridge. He even trains attention with a sensory twist: ask what a word like “hope” tastes like. It sounds strange, but it pulls the brain out of fight mode and back into presence.We also lean into travel as recovery. After dozens of conversations, David hikes into wilderness to process and reset. Public lands become a civic commons where dialogue can breathe, and wilderness rules mirror good conversation: slow down, limit noise, pay attention. Along the way, we unpack why he starts with politics, how Triptych Dialogue took its name from a centuries-old art panel with missing scenes, and what it takes to move from activist anger to patient curiosity.If you've felt exhausted by outrage, this conversation offers tools you can use today: ask better questions, listen for emotions, practice with a neighbor, and take a walk before you reply online. Subscribe for more human-centered stories, share this with someone who needs hope, and leave a review to help others find the show. Who will you try the three questions with first?Be sure and give David a follow on YouTube @triptych-dialogue. To see some clips from past, present, and even future guests check out The Human Adventure on Instagram @humanadventurepod.
Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USOne on One Video Call W/George https://tidycal.com/georgepmonty/60-minute-meeting4-NarrO-DMT – The Narratival Tryptamine That Turns Your Life Into Its Own Trip ReportDive into the Unmade: Psychedelic Compounds That No One Has Made But I Think I Would LoveIn this inaugural voyage of speculative psychonautics, host True (that's me, or is it?) conjures a molecule from the ether: 4-NarrO-DMT, a hypothetical 4-position substituted N,N-DMT with a “narratival moiety” that doesn't just dissolve your ego—it narrates the dissolution in real time. Blending Shulgin's chemical poetry with PKD's reality-glitching paranoia, we explore a compound that attaches story itself to your serotonin receptors. What happens when the trip starts editing its own script? Funny first. Terrifying second. Profound always.This episode is a three-act structure in audio form: Hypothetical synthesis in a lab of self-doubt, proposed pharmacology that syncs your inner narrator with the cosmic feed, and a trip report where perspectives switch like camera cuts, ceilings read you back, and a glass of water becomes the ultimate MacGuffin. From Santa Rosa's fog-shrouded edges (February 2026, where realities bleed like melting icicles), we scavenger truths from the unmade—laughing at the absurd, crying at the irrevocable, and emerging with windows cleaned of baseline illusions.Key Timestamps:• 00:00 - Intro & Disclaimer: Welcome to the series—speculative fiction only, no labs required. Status: Theoretical. Beautiful. Pending.• 02:15 - Hypothetical Precursor Route: In the dark corner of imagination, 4-hydroxy-tryptamine meets narrativaldehyde under conditions of ambient self-doubt. We graft narrative onto the C4 position—where psilocin lives, and realities forget their boundaries.• 07:45 - Proposed Receptor Pharmacology: Dual binding at 5-HT2A (Technicolor flood) and sigma-1 (timeline editor). Result: You experience the experience experiencing you. Notes taken.• 12:30 - Proposed Duration & Status: 6-9 hours of enforced three-act arc. No intermission. Exists only in synaptic spaces—enormous ones.• 15:00 - Trip Report: Administration to Resolution. From tense-softening onset to comedy of structural errors (that water MacGuffin laugh-fest), peak narrative recursion (towers of mirroring turtles), Act Two terror (the narrator knows your secrets), absurdist re-entry (napping foot ovation), and comedown sync: Being present-tense, connected to your own story.• 35:45 - Synthesist's Field Notes: The compound's imaginary, but the narration's real. Funny first, true second—why I'd love this unmakeable gem. Invitation: Lose track with us.• 42:00 - Outro & Teaser: Next compound incoming. Share your unmade ideas on X @TrueAestheticOpportunist.Epic Highlights & Metaphors That Hit Like Sigma-1 Revelations:• “The ceiling is reading me… in the way a sentence reads its own words before committing.”• “Narrative recursion: A tower made of mirrors, reflecting mirrors—turtles all the way down, except the turtles are you, writing about each other.”• “He has been waiting for permission… standing at the threshold with one hand raised to knock, door rusted open.”• “The difference between a window cleaned and one that hasn't: Same light, but everything seen through it shifts.”Listener Advisory: This is pure narrative speculation—inspired by Shulgin's PIHKAL/TIHKAL, laced with Dickian dimensions. No actual synthesis, ingestion, or endorsement. If it sparks real introspection, blame the good chair and your inner narrator. For educational/entertainment purposes only. Consult professionals for any real psychedelic explorations.Connect & Scavenge More:• Follow on X for episode teasers, unmade compound polls, and aesthetic opportunism: @TrueAestheticOpportunist• Subscribe wherever you dissolve realities (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.)—rate, review, and share if this synced your experiencer with your narrator.• Got a hypothetical compound? DM or comment—might weave it into future eps.In the words of the episode: “Funny first. True second. Both simultaneously, then.” Welcome to the unmade. Let's lose track together. One on One Video call W/George https://tidycal.com/georgepmonty/60-minute-meetingSupport the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US
Today we are celebrating World Radio Day — a tribute to the medium that has not only carried voices across distances but also connected hearts and minds. Radio has kept us informed with news, enriched us with music and stories, and created its own unique identity in every home. We spoke to members of our community and learned how radio has shaped their lives and the special place it holds in their experiences and cherished memories.
The therapeutic aspect of tattooing is a profound theme explored in the podcast episode featuring Aaron Della Vedova and tattoo artist Marty Early. Throughout their conversation, they delve into how tattoos can serve as powerful tools for healing and personal transformation, particularly for individuals coping with trauma. In this and upcoming episodes of "Chats and Tatts," Aaron takes us to the vibrant Mondial du Tatouage in Paris, where he interviews tattoo artists from around the world. With over a decade of experience, Marty shares insights into his impressive neo-traditional and neo-Japanese tattoo styles, characterized by bold colors and clean designs. The conversation delves into Marty's involvement in the show "Tattoo Cover" on TFX, which focuses on cover-up tattoos and transformative scar work for individuals with traumatic pasts. Marty highlights the human aspect of tattooing, emphasizing how the show aims to change perspectives on life through art. Join Aaron and Marty for a heartfelt discussion about art, healing, and the deeper meanings tattoos can hold in people's lives. Chat Highlights: 00:00:46 - Marty's Tattooing Background 00:01:23 - Tattoo Cover TFX Show 00:01:33 - Cover-ups and Human Connection 00:02:16 - Therapeutic Aspects of Tattooing 00:05:35 - Client Collaboration in Tattoo Art 00:06:50 - Tattoos and Emotional Release 00:08:09 - Acupuncture and Emotional Release 00:09:03 - Pain and Healing in Tattooing 00:10:08 - Suffering and Success 00:14:21 - Advances in Numbing Creams 00:15:38 - Losing the Pain Experience 00:18:57 - Tattooing as Part of Identity 00:19:08 - Enjoying Life Outside Tattooing Quotes: "It's not about only tattoos, it's about connections, it's about human relations." "When I look in the mirror, I don't want to see the guy who went to war. I want to see a new person." "Sometimes those people, tattoos are the only thing that kept them above the surface." "There is no great, great pleasure without having experienced great, great pain." "What's most important are the clients, the people. It's not your peers, it's not other artists, it's not other tattooers." Stay Connected: Chats & Tatts: Website: http://www.chatsandtatts.com Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chatsandtatts IG: http://www.instagram.com/chatsandtatts Chats & Tatts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/chatsandtatts Connect with Aaron: Aaron IG: http://www.instagram.com/aarondellavedova Guru Tattoo: http://www.Gurutattoo.com Connect with Marty: IG:https://www.instagram.com/martyearly
Do you need an ISA? When? How do you comp them? What if they want to be agents? What if they're overseas?Should your team follow scripts? How closely? Where are the non-negotiables and where do you find room to stay human?How do we uncover motivation and handle objections in a helpful way that improves client experience?Nikki Pais is here to address all that and more. She brings years of experience as an EA, ISA, and Director of Inside Sales, as well as years of experience coaching ISAs, agents, and team leaders across North America on better conversations, effective nurturing, and more closings.Watch or listen for Nikki's insights into:Why to apply what you learn without waiting, without tweaks, and without doubtsThe most common problem among the teams she's coaching: exceptions (plus when to turn an exception into a tier)The difference between coaching and training - and how to figure out what you needTop signs that you'd benefit from an ISAWho makes a great ISA (domestic vs international, aspiring real estate agents, current agents)How to comp ISAsManaging handoffs and the division of labor between agents and ISAsWhy to treat every new lead as a buyer (yes, even sellers)How to uncover motivation in a meaningful wayThe right way to use scriptsThe difference between objections and conditions - and how best to handle objectionsTaking notes vs relying on AI summariesFacing the challenge of sales skepticismLeveraging AI calls and texts for the right reasonsAt the end, learn about an inherited team, soaps you don't like, well-traveled boxes, and 50 audiobooks for 50 ideas to apply immediately.Other episodes you'll enjoy:→ More Deals from Your Database With (or Without) an ISA with Travis Halverson https://www.realestateteamos.com/episode/travis-halverson-deals-database-isa-inside-sales→ From ISA to Director of Opportunities with Lisa Ryan https://www.realestateteamos.com/episode/inside-sales-manager-isa-real-estate-opportunities-lisa-ryan→ How to Drive Per-Agent Productivity with Jonathan Campbell https://www.realestateteamos.com/episode/how-to-drive-per-agent-productivity-jonathan-campbellConnect with Nikki Pais:→ https://www.facebook.com/nikki.shanelle.pais→https://www.ezdials.com/shut-up-and-dialConnect with Real Estate Team OS→ https://www.realestateteamos.com→ https://linktr.ee/realestateteamos→ https://www.instagram.com/realestateteamos/
We are absolutely thrilled to welcome the remarkable Lucy Giovando Watts, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Streamlinevents, as today's guest. Stay tuned as Lucy shares her journey, offers insights from her work at Streamlinevents, and tells us why serendipity often matters more than we realize. Streamlinevents Streamlinevents is a full-service corporate event agency in Emeryville, California, with over 24 years of industry experience. The team partners with corporate clients on sales kickoffs, incentive programs, user conferences, and complex meetings. The company is powered by the best-of-the-best event managers, technologists, creatives, and sourcing experts who thrive in an industry defined by constant motion. Lucy's Journey Lucy began her career in politics, working for a member of Congress and supporting political events, where she discovered her passion for live experiences. She then joined the tech sector in Silicon Valley, rising from event manager to Global Events Director, where she produced worldwide events. After that, she founded her own boutique event management company, which she ran for over 13 years, and later co-founded an event technology startup. Lucy briefly worked in association management before joining Streamline Events as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Entrepreneurship and Getting Comfortable With Discomfort Building businesses taught Lucy that growth occurs outside of our comfort zones. For her, launching a startup meant daily exposure to sales, pitching, demos, and investors, along with the risk of failure. Over time, discomfort became normal, and fear was no longer a signal to stop. Instead, it became proof of forward motion. The Power of Saying Yes Lucy's decision to attend a reception she considered missing set off a chain reaction that led to pitch competitions, partnerships, press coverage, integrations, and ultimately an acquisition offer for her startup. That experience reinforced the value of openness and action, even when confidence lags behind opportunity, proving that even small yeses can unlock outcomes no amount of planning could ever predict. Serendipity Openness to chance encounters, conversations, and unplanned moments can play a role in one's career and in a company's growth. Serendipity does not replace preparation, but it rewards those who show up, engage, and are willing to act before they feel fully ready. Imposter Syndrome Lucy highlights how the perfectionistic mindset and people-pleasing culture in the hospitality industry can amplify imposter syndrome, particularly for women. Experience taught her that waiting to feel "ready enough" can become a barrier. Momentum comes from acting before you're certain and recognizing that doubt does not disqualify your capability. Creativity Lucy reframed her identity by finding areas of creativity in problem-solving, strategy, leadership, and idea synthesis. Creativity blossoms when people allow time for mental space, pull inspiration from unexpected sources, and disconnect from constant digital noise. Human Connection in an AI-Driven World Technology and AI can enhance efficiency, but they cannot replace in-person connection. Conferences, incentives, and live events fulfill a fundamental human need for belonging, trust, and spontaneous interaction. As digital tools expand, the value of face-to-face experiences continues to strengthen rather than diminish. Leadership, Safety Nets, and Being Bold Strong leadership creates safety nets that empower teams to take risks. When people know their leaders have their backs, they are more willing to experiment, speak up, and innovate. At Streamline Events, leaders encourage bold thinking, creative exploration, and professional visibility through speaking, writing, and idea-sharing, while modeling that same courage themselves. Bio: Lucy Giovando Watts Lucy Giovando Watts is Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Streamlinevents, a woman-and minority-owned events agency delivering innovative, sustainable, and inclusive events worldwide. With over 20 years of experience leading global teams, managing event companies, and founding her own event tech startup, Lucy brings deep expertise in strategy, operations, and financial management. Connect with Eric Rozenberg On LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Website Listen to The Business of Meetings podcast Subscribe to The Business of Meetings newsletter Connect with Lucy Giovando Watts On LinkedIn Streamlinevents Email Lucy: Lucy.gw@streamlinevents.com
Send a textSometimes, just sometimes, the rules are there to be broken. Because when you dare to break them, miracles and moments of beautiful humanity could be waiting just on the other side.Standing with founders through the messy middle, founder & investor coach Rotem Kazir has witnessed the downturns, the $100M wins, the struggles, and the moments CEOs have had to admit defeat, in order to succeed. She invites us into the vulnerable, scrappy side of the start-up world, where professionalism wears a different guise: fail fast, break the rules, and put the company first.Join us as Rotem shares stories from her 20 year coaching career, and why she's learnt that Unprofessionalism means stepping into your humanity, speaking your truth, and asking your team What's hard?.Find out about:Rotem's experience as a starter coach, and what she gained when she chose to remove professional distanceWhy sharing struggles at the start of meetings creates a culture of honesty, free of professional performanceThe importance of choosing how to show up in meetings, from body language, to facial expressions, and tone of voice.Why building trust requires us to drop the professional mask to foster genuine connectionLinks:LinkedInSupport the show✨✨✨If you miss the "workshops work" podcast, join us on Substack, where Myriam builds a Podcast Club with monthly gatherings around old episodes: https://myriamhadnes.substack.com/
Dr. Allison Pugh is Professor of Sociology at Johns Hopkins University and author of The Last Human Job, winner of the 2025 Best Book Award from the American Sociological Association. Her work examines how automation, efficiency, and quantification reshape work that relies on presence, dignity, and visibility. She introduces the concept of connective labor—the mutual, human work of recognizing another person and reflecting that understanding to them.Louis Kim is a former Vice President at Hewlett-Packard, where he led teams in developing AI-enabled technologies for healthcare and other industries. After decades in corporate leadership, he is now pursuing a Master of Divinity at Duke Divinity School, focusing on hospice and palliative care. Alongside his theological training, Louis participates in Vatican-sponsored conversations on principled AI in healthcare, exploring where technology can assist care and where it must not replace human presence.In this first part of our conversation, we discuss: What in-depth interviewing reveals about being truly seen How experiences of death shape our understanding of accompaniment The difference between emotional labor and connective labor How automation and standardization threaten dignity and belonging Why institutions rely on checklists, data, and control The factors driving institutional challenges to connective labor Why human connection is defined by unpredictability The role of moral formation in resisting depersonalizationTo learn more about Allison's work, you can find her at: https://www.allisonpugh.com/ To learn more about Louis's work, you can find him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisjkim/ Books and Resources Mentioned: The Last Human Job: The Work of Connecting in a Disconnected World (by Allison Pugh)This season of the podcast is sponsored by Templeton Religion Trust.Support the show
Benny Carreon and Dennis Jackson discuss the growing epidemic of loneliness in modern society, particularly in the context of remote work. They explore the importance of social connections and how to navigate social dynamics to build meaningful relationships. Emma McCallie, the founder of Folx Table, shares her insights on creating structured social interactions that foster connection and community. The discussion highlights the need for intentionality in social settings and the role of organizations in facilitating connections among individuals.Emma McCallie is the co-founder of Folx Table, a structured networking platform that helps organizations create deeper connection through small-group experiences. Folx Table blends two core elements: smart matching, which places the right people together within a community, and The Game, a guided question experience that sparks meaningful, memorable conversation. To date, Folx Table has brought together thousands and recently won LaunchTN's statewide pitch competition. Emma leads brand, marketing, and partner strategy, making it simple for communities, groups, and networks to bring their people together in consistent, impactful ways.Contact informationEmma McCallie- Folxtable.com or emma@folxtable.comBenny Carreon- Velocity Technology Group- benny@velocitytechnology.groupDennis Jackson-WorX Solution- dennisj@worxsolution.com
In this episode, Chris Hadnagy is joined by Jacob Ward, a veteran technology journalist who has reported for NBC News, Al Jazeera, CNN, and PBS, and previously served as editor-in-chief of Popular Science. Jacob is the author of The Loop: How AI Is Creating a World Without Choices—and How to Fight Back, a book that anticipated today's commercial AI moment. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is shaping human behavior, decision-making, and autonomy, along with the ethical and societal challenges that come with an increasingly AI-driven world. [Feb 9, 2026] 00:00 – Intro 01:02 – Intro Links Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ Offensive Security Vishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/vishing/ Offensive Security SMiShing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/ Offensive Security Phishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/ Call Back Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/call-back-phishing/ Adversarial Simulation Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/adversarial-simulation/ Social Engineering Risk Assessments - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/social-engineering-risk-assessment/ Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 01:33 – Meet Jacob Ward Jacob's Book - The Loop: How Technology Is Creating a World Without Choices and How to Fight Back. 04:52 – The Impact of AI on Human Behavior 12:37 – Ethical Concerns & Emotional Attachment to AI 19:27 – The Problem with AI Integration 20:42 – AI and Human Connection 21:49 – The Value of Human Attention 24:25 – The Future of Purpose in an AI World 25:31 – Geopolitical Impacts of AI 31:06 – Mentors and Influences 33:22 – Book Recommendations Addiction by Design – Natasha Dow Shull How Reason Almost Lost Its Mind – Judy L.Klein, Paul A Erickson, Thomas Sturm, Rebecca Lemov, Michael D. Gordin, Lorraine Daston Exit, Voice, and Loyalty – Albert O. Hirschman The Loop: How Technology Is Creating a World Without Choices and How to Fight Back – Jacob Ward 37:21 – Guest Wrap-Up & Outro www.social-engineer.com www.innocentlivesfoundation.org Follow Jacob Ward: TheRipCurrent.com https://www.tiktok.com/@byjacobward https://www.instagram.com/byjacobward https://www.linkedin.com/in/wardjacob/ https://www.youtube.com/@byjacobward Follow Chris Hadnagy: Twitter: @humanhacker LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy
When life has hurt us enough times, our hearts learn to protect themselves.We grow cautious. Controlled. We tell ourselves we're being “realistic,” when really, we're just afraid to be hurt again.In this week's episode, I talk with Cody, a woman learning how to reconnect with her husband after years of criticism, conflict, and silence. Together, we explore what it truly takes to soften the walls that once kept them each safe, but now keep love out.Listen to learn: •How self-protection turns into emotional isolation•What it means to shift from “negative peace” (avoiding conflict) to real peace (rooted in connection)•Why awareness of tension is the first step to healing•How to speak to your partner from vulnerability instead of defense•Simple phrases that help reopen trust after years of guardingIf your heart has grown cautious, this conversation will remind you: softness isn't weakness. It's the quiet courage to love again.Read more on the blog.For ongoing practice and deeper learning, I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection. Twice a month, I host live calls where members bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human Connection Hop on my free Wednesday live call Follow me on YouTube
What happens when success comes at the cost of authenticity? In this episode of The Unlock Moment, I'm joined by Dr Michelle K. Johnston - Distinguished Professor of Management, executive coach, and co-author with Marshall Goldsmith - to explore the moment that reshaped her leadership, her research, and her life. At just 28, Michelle was a rising academic star. But sitting alone in her office, reading student feedback she found hurtful, she realised something profound: she was succeeding by pretending to be someone she wasn't. In trying to fit a command-and-control mould, she had silenced the very strengths that made her exceptional … her warmth, enthusiasm, and humanity. That moment sparked a seismic internal shift. One that led Michelle to a lifelong exploration of connection: with self, with others, and with the courage required to show up authentically in environments where you feel different or alone. We talk about growing up constantly adapting, why connection always begins within, the loneliness that often accompanies deep personal change, and why productivity without connection ultimately leads to emptiness. Michelle also shares the core ideas behind her new book The Seismic Shift in You, including why leaders must move from task to people, from control to connection, and why your calendar reveals your true priorities. This conversation is a powerful reminder that leadership transformation doesn't start in the boardroom … it starts inside us. If you've ever felt like you were performing instead of belonging, this episode will meet you exactly where you are. The Unlock Moment is hosted by Dr Gary Crotaz, PhD — executive coach, speaker and award-winning author. Downloaded in over 120 countries. Sign up to The Unlock Moment newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/ywhdaazp Find out more at https://garycrotaz.com and https://theunlockmoment.com Also discover his other podcasts, The Box of Keys and Unlock Your Leadership. Follow, subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts — and connect with Dr Gary on LinkedIn for more leadership insights. Part of The Unlock Moment podcast family.
In this episode, we explore the intersection of technology, scalability, and human connection. We begin with Peter Lancet from My Trencher, who discusses the "numbers game" university career services face. He explains how his platform provides an "operational layer" that allows small teams to support thousands of students, moving from reactive advice to strategically identifying and assisting those most at risk. The conversation then deepens with Doug Delpha, a Professor at the University of Strasbourg and AI Engineer. Doug advocates for a return to the "Aristotle and Plato" style of mentorship, arguing that while teachers must become AI-proficient, their primary role is to be a protected human figure who can handle sensitive student crises that chatbots simply cannot. Crucially, Doug also issues a wake-up call regarding digital sovereignty, challenging international institutions to build "elasticity" into their systems rather than relying blindly on American infrastructure that could be impacted by geopolitical shifts or outages. We then turn our focus to the administrative side of inclusion with Andy Bell from Trellis. A winner of the CivTech award in Scotland, Andy shares how his team is using AI to alleviate the paperwork burden in Special Educational Needs (SEND) departments. By transcribing meetings and automatically creating first drafts of child plans, Trellis is helping councils and teachers reclaim valuable time, allowing them to focus less on administration and more on the students who need them most. Ready to learn more about the future of learning? This episode is proudly sponsored by Everway and Edmentum. Discover how they are transforming education by visiting https://www.everway.com/ and https://www.edmentum.com/.
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Navigating Financial Success with Natalia Zacharin In this insightful episode of The Beacon Way podcast, host Adrienne Wilkerson welcomes special guest Natalia Zacharin from Zacharin Consulting. Natalia, an expert in accounting and fractional CFO services, shares her journey and the innovative ways her firm helps business owners improve their cash flow and profitability. They discuss the common pitfalls of bookkeeping, the importance of accurate financial data, and strategies to address financial emergencies. The conversation also touches on the integration of AI in bookkeeping, the impact of human connection in business, and essential advice for accidental business owners, particularly in the mental health sector. Natalia offers actionable tips for scaling a business effectively, ensuring proper owner compensation, and leveraging technology without compromising quality. Don't miss the special offers exclusive to The Beacon Way listeners. 00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Natalia Zacharin00:39 Natalia's Journey into Financial Consulting01:18 Challenges in Business Finances04:43 Case Study: Fixing Financial Data06:43 Helping Businesses Navigate Financial Crises11:10 Accidental Business Owners and Financial Advice20:53 Scaling and Growing a Business22:42 Challenges of Scaling and Hiring23:35 AI Disruption in the Legal and Accounting Fields24:43 The Limitations of AI in Bookkeeping28:33 The Role of AI in Content Generation35:51 The Importance of Human Connection in Business41:38 Conclusion and Contact Information
Dr. McFillin was a guest on the popular Health Ranger Report. This is the full interview. He was joined by Tracy Thurman-a person of faith until a cardiologist—not a psychiatrist—put her on Prozac for "energy." Within weeks, her connection to God vanished. She became a materialist atheist for seven years. In this episode, Tracy and Dr. McFillin expose what they call the psychiatric industrial complex's "spiritual weapon of war"—and why these drugs are designed to make you feel dead inside and that experience is measured as "working". A fascinating episode featuring a topic rarely discussed.
In this week's basketball coaching conversation, Coordinator of Integrated Performance for the Los Angeles Dodgers Clayton Thompson joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on integrating science, skill, and human connectionClayton Thompson serves as the Coordinator of Integrated Performance for the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he sits at the cutting edge of professional sports science and player development. With a background as an R&D Engineer and a Master's in Business Administration, Thompson is a vocal advocate for dismantling the traditional silos between "strength and conditioning" and "on-field skill." His philosophy is built on the belief that human movement should be treated as a unified system, rejecting the narrow label of "Strength Coach" in favor of a model that integrates biomechanical data, force-plate analytics, and technical skill acquisition.Before joining the Dodgers, Thompson refined his data-driven approach at Driveline Baseball, the industry leader in data-informed performance training. His career also includes pivotal roles at TCU (Texas Christian University) and Sanford Health, where he bridged the gap between collegiate athletics and clinical sports science. By applying engineering principles to the kinetic chain, Thompson has become an expert in optimizing rotational power and deceleration—concepts that are as vital for a pitcher's delivery as they are for a basketball player's jump shot or step-back.
Technology was meant to make life easier, yet many professionals feel mentally exhausted, distracted, and permanently on-call. Productivity hacks and screen-time limits often fail because they do not address the deeper issue of how technology reshapes identity, attention, and human connection.In this episode of Give A Heck, Dwight Heck sits down with digital wellbeing expert Colin Corby to explore what a real digital detox looks like. Not extreme unplugging, but intentional, sustainable practices that restore focus, protect mental health, and strengthen relationships in a technology-driven world.This conversation examines digital overload, burnout, AI, communication decline, presence, and intentional living, offering practical insight for professionals who want technology to support life rather than quietly control it.
Known for its bold brand, devoted fans and culture of innovation, Taco Bell continues to push the boundaries of what modern retail can be, blending human connection with digital transformation to create memorable experiences for both consumers and team members. Dane Mathews, global chief digital and technology officer at Taco Bell joins guest host David French of NRF for this wide-ranging conversation on innovation, leadership, and the evolving role of technology in retail, recorded live at NRF 2026: Retail's Big Show in New York City.(00:00:00) From fandom to digital transformation(00:05:05) Turning loyalty into human connection(00:08:57) When AI changes the customer mindset(00:10:39) Scaling meaningful moments in 2026(00:13:55) Managing risk at the edge of innovation(00:16:53) Rethinking the human and technology equation(00:20:04) Leading with connection, curiosity and momentum(00:22:47) Why volatility is retail's greatest opportunityThe National Retail Federation is the world's largest retail trade association.Every day, we passionately stand up for the people, policies and ideas that help retail succeed.Resources:• Become an NRF member and join the world's largest retail trade association• Learn about our retail education platform, NRF Foundation, at nrffoundation.org• Learn about retail advocacy at nrf.com/advocacy• Find more episodes at retailgetsreal.comRelated:• 386: Inside Starbucks' commitment to thriving communities• 358: How McDonald's enhances customer engagement and loyalty
In this Mindfulness in Action episode, I'm sharing a spontaneous trail-side reflection on something that's been very present for me lately: how we manage drive without burning out and how we stay truly connected in a world that keeps telling us to “go bigger.”I talk about rethinking social media impact, why I'm increasingly prioritizing local and real-time connection, and how and asking better questions can completely change the quality of our relationships. I also share some simple practices I've been using, like voice memos and short phone calls, to stay meaningfully connected without adding more pressure or noise.Synchronous, human connection matters so much for feeling valued. That's why I wanted to explore how curiosity helps us move beyond surface-level interaction, and why small, intentional shifts can have a bigger impact than trying to reach everyone, everywhere.I close with a short mindfulness practice you can do anywhere to help you reconnect with your body, reflect on when you feel most connected to others, and take one small step toward more meaningful connection in your everyday life.You'll learn to:Ground into your body, even while in motionReflect on when you feel most connected to othersIdentify one small step you can take to create deeper, more meaningful connection offlineOther meditations:– Slowing Down the Rush– How to Regulate Your Emotions for Resilience and Performance– How to Combat Self-Criticism--------------The Grow the Good Podcast is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.
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Human connection is still needed. Trust recession and AI picking up on nuance. In this quick take, I just want to remind you that you bring something valuable to the table that AI can't replace. Lean into that big time as you go through 2026—-------Here are some helpful links from the podcast:
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