Podcasts about ICA

Curator, writer, and executive director Jessica Bell Brown returns to reflect on her evolving leadership at the Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University. In this conversation, we talk about openness as a strategy, the role of listening in shaping institutions, and what it means to make space for experimentation in times of uncertainty.Jessica shares how porosity, risk, and care shape her curatorial and executive approach—from expanding access beyond traditional art forms to launching chef residencies and community media programs at the ICA. We discuss the influence of her time at MoMA and the Baltimore Museum of Art, the power of contemporary art to respond to crisis, and why joy and curiosity remain central to her vision.Topics Covered:What leadership looks like through the lens of listeningExpanding access to arts beyond galleries and into kitchens and podcastsNavigating risk and limitation in an age of shrinking arts fundingThe evolving responsibility of cultural institutionsThe importance of reflection, care, and creative openness

If you've ever felt like your messaging is a little “off,” or like you're attracting people who aren't quite the right fit for your offers, this episode is going to give you the clarity you didn't know you needed.I'm sharing the 3-layer framework I use (and teach) for identifying who your true ideal client is — so you can create offers, content, and experiences that attract the right people and feel fully aligned with your work.In this episode, we're talking about one of my favorite (and most important) topics in business — what it really means to know who your ideal client is.Not just what problem they have or what outcome they want. Not just the surface-level ICA stuff you scribbled down when you first started your business. But the full, honest, multi-layered picture of who your work is truly for — the kind of person you want to partner with, spend your time with, and create transformational results for.I'm sharing this now because I just had a huge reminder of this myself.While working on the sales page for this year's Passionate & Prosperous LIVE, I realized I was trying to make the event sound appealing to people who aren't even my ideal clients. And that realization led to a total shift in how I'm thinking about my messaging, my audience, and who I want to call into the room.So I'm bringing you the full behind-the-scenes of that lightbulb moment, along with a breakdown of the 3-layer framework I use to define ideal clients — and how you can use it to recalibrate your business right now.In the episode, I walk you through:Why your ideal client is more than just their problem and desired outcomeThe 3 key layers that determine whether someone is actually the right fit for your workHow I reconnected to my ideal client while planning a major live eventWhy trying to “get” the wrong people to want your offer is a waste of your geniusThe energetic mismatch that happens when you're creating from misalignmentWhy transformation-based businesses only thrive when they attract transformation-ready clientsThis episode is part strategy, part pep talk, and part invitation to do the work that keeps your business aligned with who you are now — not who you were when you started.Whether you're feeling a little off in your content and offers, or you just want to make sure you're still speaking to the right people, this one's for you.Get Full Show Notes, Event Sign Ups and More Information Here:http://www.staceybrassrussell.com/podcast

In this dynamic season two opener, Stacie is joined by her sister, business partner, and fellow creative force, Angie Classen, to talk about all things business at Gingiber. The duo dives into what's actually working in today's economy for product-based art businesses. Sharing the strategic pivots they made during their Mother's Day sale, Angie and Stacie reveal how they grew sales and profits—despite fewer transactions and a tricky retail climate. From discount fatigue to smarter ad spend, and why knowing your numbers might be the most creative move of all, this is a must-listen episode packed with tactical advice and heartfelt entrepreneurial truth. Today on Art + Audience: Real Talk on Revenue: How Gingiber increased gross sales with fewer orders by raising their average ticket price. Smarter Sales Strategy: The pivot from a flat 20% discount to a minimum-spend model—and why it worked. Ideal Customer Deep Dive: Meet "Charlotte," their model buyer, and learn how defining an ICA changed everything. Organic Traffic Wins: Angie shares her SEO and Pinterest strategies for driving high-quality, unpaid traffic. Learning from the Past: The indigo ink disaster, flopped sea creature towels, and the lessons that shaped future launches. Email Marketing & Funnels: Why their 60% new customer rate matters and how they plan to keep those buyers coming back.   Resources: Your Profitable Art Launchpad: Free email course with pricing calculators and business strategy tools. Leverage Your Art: Stacie's signature course, opening again this August. Ideal Customer Avatar Generator: A brand-new tool available exclusively inside Leverage Your Art. It walks you step by step through identifying who your art is for based on your unique style and generates a detailed customer profile to guide your marketing, product development, and more. Available when the course reopens in August 2025. Connect with Stacie Bloomfield: Subscribe, Rate and Review: Art + Audience Podcast Website: staciebloomfield.com | leverageyourart.com Instagram: @gingiber | @leverageyourart  Facebook: @ShopGingiber Pinterest: pinterest.com/gingiber Got questions? Call the Art + Audience Podcast hotline: (479) 966-9561  

Maureen Conway, executive director of the Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program, recently sat down with two Shared Success grantees that are integrating job quality into their portfolios as investors: Viola Mai, development director at ICA Fund, and Robert Anderson, business navigation director at Colorado Enterprise Fund. As investors, ICA and Colorado Enterprise Fund have both incorporated job quality assessments as part of their lending and investment process. This conversation explores the various tools capital allocators possess to help and incentivize small businesses to create quality jobs for their employees. About Shared Success⁠Shared Success⁠, a project of the Economic Opportunities Program, works with community lenders to integrate job quality programming into their small business support services, demonstrating that improved job quality can support the needs of employees while helping small businesses succeed.About the Economic Opportunities ProgramThe Aspen Institute ⁠Economic Opportunities Program⁠ hosts a variety of discussions to advance strategies, policies, and ideas to help low- and moderate-income people thrive in a changing economy. To learn about upcoming events and webinars, ⁠join our mailing list⁠ and ⁠follow us on social media⁠.

Skateboardpodden satte sig tillsammans med Pelle Gunnerfeldt och pratade bland annat: Om Elan-brädor. Om Ninja- och collegefilmer. Om Motocross. Om Two wheels service. Om att sno på byggen och montera ner en hel lekplats för att bygga en ramp. Om att OS ballade ur för länge sen. Om sponsor me-videor. Om Bad Boy Club. Om det avslappnade hänget hos Göteborgs-gänget. Om att ha demopengar i en ICA-kasse. Om när skateboardtävlingar började balla ur. Om Gula Faran och Malmuddsrampen. Om huruvida Luleå Kommun tog hjälp av Thrasher när ramper skulle byggas. Om Step Forward och Refused. Om The Smiths och Dinosaur Jr och annan musik som raggarna i Luleå tyckte var bögigt. Om att ockupera hus i Vännäs och spela hardcore. Om dom långa köerna till konserter med viss musik, och att skapa egen musik med kortare köer. Om utanförskap och gemenskap. Namn som nämndes: Bojan Križaj, Ingemar Stenmark, Micke Larsson, Jennifer Aniston, Whoopi Goldberg, The Hives, Lillis, Sebastian Nurmela, Pierre Johansson, Christian Hosoi, Tony Hawk, Matt Hensley, Jason Lee, Jean Marc Vaisette, Jobby och Roddan, Per Holknekt, Anthony Sillfors, Lill-Mangan, Alexander Åkerlund, Punky, Gorm Boberg, Mark Gonzales, Ray Barbee, Kvarnis, Anders Rimpi, Johnny Sandberg, Skalman, Stefan Toth, Stefan Ylitalo, Steve Saiz, Ray Underhill, Micke Fihnborg, Magnus Gyllenberg, Chris Cole, Sebastian Håkansson, Greger Hagelin, Lojten, Jonas ”Ass”, Becket, Hank, Pontus Karlsson, Ricky Sandström, Ricky Törnquist, Kjell Norin, Ringen, Tjompa, Danne Wall, Dennis Lyxzén, Tjongan, Kristoffer Åström, Hallbom, Rick Rubin, Conny Keisu. ————————————————— Om du gillar det vi gör.Swisha en krona eller två till: 0735-102810
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Är det några som behöver all tänkbar hjälp, så är det ju poliserna. Så hur vore det då med prisjägare på våra gator här i vilda Mellanöstern även kallat Sverige? Genomförbart, eller hinderbana till förbannelse som är helt ogenomförbar? Missa inte det här programmet!  SISTA PROGRAMMET för månaden = Sista chansen att se till så att det inte blir tyst här från och med kommande lördag:Swish: 073 846 37 64 (Johan Widén står på numret)Meddelande: Gåva   Maj månads sista ämnen denna lördag den 31, blir dessa:*Den ovälkomne logiken i debatten.*Gick till rättegången som målsägande – Gick därifrån som tilltalad och dömd.*Offren har tröttnat på att vänta.*Panikslagna prisjägare på ortensafari.*Ditt är tydligen inte ditt när invandrarna kommer till ICA:s parkering.*En döende demokrati.  MEDVERKANDE:Programledare: Lelle Johansson.Gäst: Elisabeth EngmanVI SÖKER NYA GÄSTER:VERKLIGHETSCHECKEN@GMAIL.COMFörra programmet:SOCIALSEKRETERARE SPYTRÖTT PÅ SPRÅKFATTIGA SLÖJKVINNOR https://www.spreaker.com/episode/socialsekreterare-spytrott-pa-sprakfattiga-slojkvinnor--66243750 Alla program: https://www.spreaker.com/show/verklighetscheckenNÄSTA NYA PROGRAM: Lördagen den 7 juni 2025 – Om vi får någon hjälp på traven i form av donationer.Du hittar även Verklighetschecken här:PODDTOPPEN:https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/1516623687/verklighetscheckenSPOTIFY:https://open.spotify.com/show/3Lvy0LS8zfffv7ad60LwqoRUMBLEhttps://rumble.com/c/c-2636134iTUNES:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/verklighetschecken/id1516623687?uo=4VECKANS TIPS        LELLEVerklighetscheckens enda donationskonto: 073 846 37 64 (Johan Widén står på numret)Meddelande: Gåva        ELISABETHPörnihttps://www.svtplay.se/porni

What happens when one of the Nordics' largest grocery retailers empowers 1,300 local entrepreneurs under a single national brand? In this episode, Ian Jindal chats with Oskar Jakobsson, Director of Customer Solutions at ICA Gruppen, to explore the unique federated model in Swedish grocery retail. Oskar shares how ICA balances entrepreneurial autonomy with digital innovation, discusses the challenges of unifying customer experience across diverse store formats, and reflects on the accelerating pace of change in retail technology. The conversation ranges from handwritten signs and local flavour to AI-driven personalisation, the future of agentic shopping, and the enduring joy of simply strolling through great stores. About the Guest Oskar Jakobsson is Director of Customer Solutions at ICA Gruppen, where he leads a team of nearly 200 colleagues responsible for all digital customer-facing touchpoints. With over 20 years' experience in retail, spanning SaaS suppliers, H&M, and Sweden's alcohol monopoly, Oskar brings deep expertise in digital transformation, customer experience, and the art of retail. Key Topics & Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction Oskar's retail journey, passion for the industry, and why he loves just being in stores. 03:00 – ICA's Unique Model: 1,300 Entrepreneurs How ICA's structure empowers local ownership, creates lively, differentiated stores, and fosters community connection. 08:00 – Store Formats & Family Businesses The four ICA formats, from small convenience stores to hypermarkets, and the generational, entrepreneurial spirit behind them. 10:00 – Digital Customer Experience at Scale Oskar's role in orchestrating all digital touchpoints, from apps to in-store tech, and the challenge of aligning with retailer-facing systems. 13:00 – Defining “Best Customer Experience” How ICA uses surveys, A/B testing, and constant feedback to keep the customer at the centre of every digital and in-store decision. 15:00 – The Complexity of Grocery Shopping Journeys Why food retail is uniquely challenging, and how ICA leverages data for relevance and personalisation. 17:00 – Retail Media, Promotions & Data The balance between central campaigns and local autonomy, and how ICA navigates data sharing and privacy in a federated model. 20:00 – The Pace of Change & Flexible Architecture Reflections on the rapid acceleration of retail tech, the need for adaptable IT infrastructure, and lessons from past digital transformations. 25:00 – AI, Agents & The Future of Grocery Oskar's take on the coming wave of agentic shopping, the importance of brand trust, and how AI will reshape both online and in-store experiences. 31:00 – AI in Practice at ICA From classic analytics to generative AI and Microsoft Copilot, ICA is using AI for efficiency, decision support, and behind-the-scenes innovation. 34:00 – Advice for Retail Technologists Oskar's career lessons: prioritisation, embracing change, and the value of curiosity and continuous learning. 39:00 – Getting Re-energised by Great Retail Why Oskar strolls malls for inspiration, and the importance of reconnecting with what makes retail exciting. 40:00 – What's Next: Strategy & Direction The excitement of strategic planning, aligning teams, and setting direction for ICA's future.   Standout Quotes “ICA isn't a chain. It's almost 1,300 separate retailers… Each store is genuinely their own store, adapting to their local customer and community.” “You always need to prioritize. You will never be able to do everything. It takes a while before you realize that.” “If you have a monolith you can't change, you need an integration layer that is flexible. Tech isn't the problem-it's prioritizing investment.” “The pace of change will never be as slow as it is today. It will only be quicker.” “Retail is a hobby. I'm fortunate enough to work with my hobby.” --  Run time: 38 minutes   INFORMATION: [

What If Your Biggest Growth Opportunity Was Rethinking How Your Customer Actually Moves Through Your Business? If your business growth feels stalled, the issue might not be your funnel, ads, or webinar strategy — it could be that your ideal customer has outgrown you. In this episode, I introduce a powerful reframe around how to think about your customer journey. Instead of treating your ICA (ideal customer avatar) like a static snapshot, I show you how to evolve your messaging, offers, and marketing strategy alongside your audience. I pull back the curtain on how I reimagined my entire customer journey to support one evolving ICA (affectionately named Hank) through multiple phases of business growth. You'll also get an insider look at how I use ChatGPT to build detailed ICA guides, how this strategy transformed my offerings, and how it can create more clarity, consistency, and alignment across your business. HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: 1️⃣ Your ICA Is Growing — And So Should Your Strategy When you recognize that your audience is evolving through different phases of growth, it opens up new ways to support them with intention and clarity. 2️⃣ You Can Create Offers That Grow Alongside Your Audience Whether someone is brand new or already established, having a thoughtful path for them to follow can deepen trust and increase lifetime value. 3️⃣ Your Messaging Can Meet Them Where They Are Mapping your content and strategies to the different phases of your ICA's journey creates more alignment, better results, and a stronger connection overall. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about the 1 Hour Offer - 1houroffer.amyporterfield.com  Check out all my courses and mentorship offerings - amyporterfield.com/online-business-courses  MORE FROM ME Follow me on Instagram @amyporterfield Every Tuesday, I share zero-fluff business tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and straight-from-the-group-chat insights you won't find on Instagram.

Två efterlysta mördare ger sig ut på en rånturné genom landet. När de slår till mot en matbutik i lilla Floby får polisen upp ett hett spår och nätet kring ligan dras åt. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. När Håkan Persson tar över ICA i Floby i Västergötland hösten 2021 är han full av förväntan, men Håkans allra första dag som ny ägare kommer sluta med att han utsätts för ett väpnat rån.– Det är ju ingen som drömmer om att bli rånad på sin första dag. Det var jävligt overkligt.… som ett dåligt skämt. Internationellt efterlystaTvå ur rånarligan håller sig undan ett långt fängelsestraff för ett mord i Sundsvall 2019. Med hjälp av flickvänner hyr ligan bilar och stugor där de kan hålla sig gömda.– Det kostar pengar att gömma sig och det kräver att man har människor runt omkring sig som hjälper till, säger förre kriminalkommissarien Sven Alhbin som gått igenom utredningen.Stekhet mobilRånet i Floby blir ett genombrott för polisen som får upp ett spår; en mobil som känns ”stekhet”. Via hemlig avlyssning och spaning börjar de ringa in ligan och förbereder ett gripande.– Och då kan man ju följa hur telefonen rör sig i realtid med speciella dataprogram som polisen har, förklarar Sven Alhbin. I det här avsnittet av Brottsutredarna speglar reportern Pernilla Wadebäck hur rånoffren och den lilla orten Floby påverkats och experten Sven Alhbin ger en inblick i hur polisen arbetar med spaning och hemlig avlyssning.Producent: Hannah EngbergExekutiv producent: Jenny GustafssonSlutmix: Fredrik NilssonEn produktion av Tredje Statsmakten Media ABNyhetsklipp från SVT och SRProgrammet är gjort 2025

"It's the whole totality of the experience and how we treat our customers to show that they're valued.”Eric Wulf, CEO of the International Carwash Association (ICA), and ICA Research Director Bob Klein discuss the findings of ICA's 2025 Q1 Pulse Report, covering the health of the industry, customer satisfaction, and the balance between price and wash value for car wash customers.Top 5 Episode Highlights:The Health of the Consumer Drives the Health of the Industry – Eric and Bob discuss how customer sentiment and behavior shape industry growth, with pricing dissatisfaction often offset by strong perceptions of value—especially among subscription customers.The Price vs. Value Perception – Car wash owners must recognize the emotional side of pricing and focus on the totality of the customer experience to show value. The conversation draws insights from Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) like Chick-fil-A, where customer engagement plays a key role in perceived value.Subscribers Who Become Transactors: A Retention Opportunity – 54% of former members continue washing their vehicles at the car wash where they previously had a membership, providing an opportunity for operators to re-engage and build long-term loyalty.Loyalty Programs: A Disconnection Between Customers and Operators – The Pulse Report has asked about loyalty for nine years, and customers consistently cite loyalty programs as a key retention driver. However, operators do not prioritize them, signaling a missed opportunity to strengthen customer relationships.Industry Growth & Supplier Outlook – Projections for year-end growth increased slightly from 5% to 6%, with 6 in 10 retailers increasing prices in 2024. Meanwhile, supplier optimism has softened, with forecasted growth of 5%, and their top concerns remain hiring, rising costs, and employee retention. To counteract these challenges, suppliers are investing in training and helping car wash owners enhance customer value.Eric and Bob begin the conversation by examining the overall health of the car wash industry, which is closely tied to consumer sentiment. They emphasize that while customers may resist price increases, strong value perception—especially among subscribers—helps mitigate dissatisfaction.The discussion then shifts to how car wash owners should interpret the Pulse Report's price/value findings. Eric and Bob stress that customer experience is in the operator's control. They highlight how Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), like Chick-fil-A, focus on hospitality and engagement to reinforce customer loyalty—a model the car wash industry can learn from.Bob also references an article he authored in the 2025 Q1 issue of Car Wash Magazine, which explores the five key principles used by the QSR industry to enhance the value proposition and customer experience.The episode also covers the behavior of subscribers who become transactors, noting that 54% of former members continue to use the car wash where they had a subscription. This presents a valuable opportunity for operators to create a dialogue with past members and encourage repeat business.For the past nine years, the Pulse Report has surveyed both customers and operators about loyalty strategies. The data shows that customers strongly value loyalty programs, yet operators do not prioritize them, highlighting a gap in retention efforts.On the growth and supplier side, there is a slight uptick in year-end growth projections from 5% to 6%, and 6 in 10 retailers increased prices in 2024. Looking ahead, the Q2 issue of Car Wash Magazine will explore 12 key factors businesses should consider before implementing price increases.Supplier sentiment, however, is less optimistic, with a softening outlook despite a projected 5% increase. The top three concerns for suppliers remain hiring, rising costs, and employee retention. To stay ahead, suppliers are focusing on training initiatives and working to help car wash operators deliver stronger customer value.

Sarah Mellinger AI Implementation Strategist with OnLogic joins host Kendra Johnson, , International Car Wash Association Senior VP of Growth, for an adventure into the amazing world of AI and how it will shape the carwash of the future. They cover everything from predictive maintenance to AI-powered chatbots—and why this technology isn't as intimidating as it sounds.Who is OnLogic & Why Do They Matter?OnLogic is a global industrial computer manufacturer that specializes in highly configurable PCs designed to survive extreme environments—think heat, cold, moisture, and constant vibration. Since car washes operate in tough conditions, these durable computers are ideal for keeping systems running smoothly.AI & Automation Are Already Changing the GameAI is no longer just a futuristic concept; it's already making car washes smarter and more efficient. From predictive maintenance to optimizing chemical usage, automation helps business owners cut costs, reduce downtime, and improve customer experiences. AI-driven systems can even detect when something is about to break down—before it happens.Why Now is the Right Time to Invest in AIAI isn't a passing trend—it's the next step in the evolution of car wash technology. The industry is built for scale, and AI makes it easier to expand while maintaining efficiency. The key is starting small: running a proof of concept allows business owners to test AI solutions and refine them before going all in.Debunking AI FearsMany people worry that AI will replace jobs or take away human control, but Sarah reassures us that this isn't the case. AI is simply a tool that helps businesses run better, freeing up employees to focus on more valuable tasks. Think of it like any other technological advance—people were once skeptical of automatic car washes, too!How to Get Started with AI in Your Car WashIdentify your goals—are you looking to improve efficiency, reduce maintenance issues, or enhance customer experience?Start with a prototype. Test AI solutions on a small scale before rolling them out across your entire operation.Work with a partner to estimate costs and determine ROI. Most businesses see results in about three months.Keep an open mind! AI isn't about replacing people—it's about making operations smarter and more efficient.Sarah also highlighted some of the most exciting ways AI is already transforming car washes:Predictive Maintenance – AI-powered sensors can track vibrations, chemical usage, and water levels, helping to identify equipment failures before they happen.AI-Driven Cameras – These systems can scan vehicles before and after washing, detecting obstructions and identifying damage.Chatbots for Troubleshooting – If a machine goes down and no staff is on-site, AI-powered chatbots can diagnose and even fix certain issues remotely.Sarah emphasized that the most successful businesses start with a strategy—identifying a few key use cases before expanding AI adoption.Sarah's final piece of advice: Keep an open mind and surround yourself with the right people to help make AI work for you. Check out www.carwashofthefuture.com for more informationThe car wash industry is evolving fast, and AI is playing a huge role in shaping its future.Want to hear more? Listen to the full episode at carwashmagazine.com and subscribe to ICA for the latest industry insights!

Host Dr. Sarah Clarke, DC, IFMCP, leads this informative episode, interviewing Dr. Brenda Holland, Chiropractic Physician who specializes in pediatric care and maternal wellness. Drs. Clarke and Holland take a deep dive into supporting mothers and children of all ages and stages from pre-conception through adolescence with nutrition, chiropractic care, and healthy movement. 1:00 Growing up on the family farm - learned about health of cows and how to increase healthy milk by providing cows with nutritious foods like alfalfa and fermented corn, and how soil health impacts crops and animals; this experience influenced her passion for caring for humans, especially mothers and children ·      3:15 Whole Body Health – the connection between the Earth and what we put into our bodies ·      5:30 Beginning a Chiropractic Practice and earning a Diplomate in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics through ICA ·      7:00 Chiropractic companies and organizations for support network for practitioners just getting started ·      10:10 Changes in the field of Chiropractic over past 20 years – more female chiropractors, and how it's changing the workplace to support working Chiropractic mothers; more emphasis on specialties – pediatrics, functional medicine, and nutrition ·      17:45 Common conditions children come into the chiropractic office – sports injuries, back pain, obesity, skin conditions; when to refer out ·      20:00 Nutrition recommendations for healthy growing children ·      23:20 Risks of children becoming a one sport athlete at a young age, and the importance of a good nutritional foundation for young athletes ·      28:20 Nutrition for infants, babies and toddlers – breastfeeding if possible, good quality formulas, vitamin D3, healthy fats, solid food introduction at the right time ·      34:20 Making healthy foods look appealing for babies and toddlers – focus on eating colorful foods ·      36:38 Establishing healthy habits with older children – take them shopping, parents lead activities on growing foods and learning about nutritional value of foods; the 80/20 rule ·      38:48 Pre-conception, fertility and prenatal care nutrition recommendations – fertility is not just about female health, 30-50% of fertility issues are due to male health, including inadequate folate intake, CoQ10, and selenium; common pregnancy concern is back pain, 45-50% of females experience low back pain in pregnancy and 65+% experience low back pain within 12 months of delivery ·      42:30 Fourth Trimester care – healthcare and society need to establish a foundational understanding of pelvic floor care prior to and after pregnancy; safe comfortable places to breastfeed; supporting the mother in the fourth trimester ·      47:00 Chiropractic as patient-centered care ·      49:44 – Simple changes to start with if patients are feeling overwhelmed on starting their wellness journey – adding good things in before taking away, healthy eating habits, and basic movement

There's a lot happening right now in the world of Italian citizenship, and if you've been thinking about applying—whether through Italian citizenship by descent, marriage, or the 1948 case—this is definitely a moment to stay tuned. Italy is considering some major legislative reforms that could change how the whole process works, especially for those applying from abroad. From talks of a centralized citizenship processing office to new rules about maintaining Italian citizenship while living outside of Italy, these proposals could have a real impact. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we'll learn more about the proposed reforms, how they could reshape the application process, and what they might mean for those with Italian roots.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:54 - Bills proposed along with the Tajani decree09:42 - Closing Thoughts & Outro

The FiltrateJoel TopfAC GomezSophia AmbrusoNayan AroraSpecial Guest Charles Edelstein, MD, PhD Professor, Medicine-Renal Med Diseases/HypertensionExtra-Special GuestMichelle Rheault, MD Professor of Pediatrics, University of MinnesotaEditing bySimon and Joel TopfThe Kidney Connection written and performed by by Tim YauShow NotesKDIGO ADPKD Guidelines:WebsiteGuideline PDFExecutive Summary PDFNephJC coverageConsortium for Radiologic Imaging Studies of Polycystic Kidney Disease (CRISP)Hy's Law (Wikipedia) has three components:ALT or AST by 3-fold or greater above the upper limit of normalAnd total serum bilirubin of greater than 2× the upper limit of normal, without findings of cholestasis (defined as serum alkaline phosphatase activity less than 2× the upper limit of normal)And no other reason can be found to explain the combination of increased aminotransferase and serum total bilirubin, such as viral hepatitis, alcohol abuse, ischemia, preexisting liver disease, or another drug capable of causing the observed injuryMeeting this definition yields a very high risk of fulminant kidney failure (76% in one series)Clinical Pattern of Tolvaptan-Associated Liver Injury in Subjects with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease: Analysis of Clinical Trials Database (PubMed) Two of 957 patients on tolvaptan met Hy's law criteria. None had fulminant kidney failure.Effects of Hydrochlorothiazide and Metformin on Aquaresis and Nephroprotection by a Vasopressin V2 Receptor Antagonist in ADPKD: A Randomized Crossover Trial (PubMed) Patients had a baseline urine volume on tolvaptan of 6.9 L/24 h. Urine volume decreased to 5.1 L/24 h with hydrochlorothiazide and to 5.4 L/24 h on metformin.TEMPO 3:4 Tolvaptan in Patients with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (NEJM)Reprise Trial Tolvaptan in Later-Stage Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease ( NEJM | NephJC )Unified ultrasonographic diagnostic criteria for polycystic kidney disease by Edelstein in JASN (PubMed)Tolvaptan and Kidney Function Decline in Older Individuals With Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease: A Pooled Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials and Observational Studies (PubMed)Charles' draft choice Recommendation 4.1.1.1: We recommend initiating tolvaptan treatment in adults with ADPKD with an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) ‡25 ml/min per 1.73 m2 who are at risk for rapidly progressive disease (1B).Sophia's draft choice Recommendation 1.4.2.1: We recommend employing the Mayo Imaging Classi cation (MIC) to predict future decline in kidney function and the timing of kidney failure (1B).Progression to kidney failure in ADPKD: the PROPKD score underestimates the risk assessed by the Mayo imaging classification (Frontiers of Science)AC's draft choice Recommendation 9.2.1: We recommend targeting BP to ≤ 50th percentile for age, sex, and height or ≤ 110/70 mm Hg in adolescents in the setting of ADPKD and high BP (1D).HALT-PKD Blood Pressure in Early Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (NEJM)Nayan's draft choice Recommendation 6.1.2: We recommend screening for ICA in people with ADPKD and a personal history of SAH or a positive family history of ICA, SAH, or unexplained sudden death in those eligible for treatment and who have a reasonable life expectancy (1D).Screening for Intracranial Aneurysms in Patients with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (CJASN)Surgical Clipping Versus Endovascular Coiling in the Management of Intracranial Aneurysms (PubMed) Clipping is associated with a higher rate of occlusion of the aneurysm and lower rates of residual and recurrent aneurysms, whereas coiling is associated with lower morbidity and mortality and a better postoperative course.Joel's editorial pick Recommendation 6.1.1: We recommend informing adults with ADPKD about the increased risk for intracranial aneurysms (ICAs) and subarachnoid hemorrhage (1C).Joel's first draft pick The bring out your dead pick:Recommendation 4.3.1: We recommend not using mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) inhibitors to slow kidney disease progression in people with ADPKD (1C).Recommendation 4.4.1: We suggest not using statins specfiically to slow kidney disease progression in people with ADPKD (2D).Recommendation 4.5.1: We recommend not using metformin specifically to slow the rate of disease progression in people with ADPKD who do not have diabetes (1B).Recommendation 4.6.1: We suggest that somatostatin analogues should not be prescribed for the sole purpose of decreasing eGFR decline in people with ADPKD (2B).Perfect match: mTOR inhibitors and tuberous sclerosis complex (Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases)Navitor Pharmaceuticals Announces Janssen Has Acquired Anakuria Therapeutics, Inc. (BioSpace) This is press release about acquiring the mTor1 inhibitor.Joel's second draft pick Recommendation 4.2.1.1: We suggest adapting water intake, spread throughout the day, to achieve at least 2–3 liters of water intake per day in people with ADPKD and an eGFR ≥ 30 ml/min per 1.73 m2 without contraindications to excreting a solute load (2D).Nayan's bonus draft Practice Point 4.7.1: Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) should not be used to slow eGFR decline in people with ADPKD.Open-Label, Randomized, Controlled, Crossover Trial on the Effect of Dapagliflozin in Patients With ADPKD Receiving Tolvaptan (KIReports)SMART Trial of GLP-1ra in non-diabetics: Semaglutide in patients with overweight or obesity and chronic kidney disease without diabetes: a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial (PubMed)Tubular SecretionsNayan: Landman on Paramount Plus (IMDB)Sophia: PassNayan: steps in with The Pitt on HBO (Wikipedia)Charles: The White Lotus, Yellowstone 1923, Poirot (IMDB)AC: The PittMichael Crichton's Estate Sends The Pitt to the Courtroom (Vulture)Joel: I Must Betray you by Ruta Sepetys (Amazon)

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Italy's rules for obtaining Italian citizenship are in a moment of serious transition, and things are moving quickly. Witaliancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipere's now a lot of uncertainty surrounding how the process works—especially for those pursuing Italian citizenship by descent, 1948 court cases, or Italian citizenship through marriage. While the current laws haven't officially changed yet, proposed amendments are on the table and could significantly affect eligibility requirements, generational limits, and even how minor children are handled in the application process. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we'll learn more about what the overall situation currently looks like for the main paths to Italian citizenship, with a special focus on citizenship by descent.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenship

Matthew returns from the ICA conference as we dive into the latest Marvel release with the highly-rated Thunderbolts*. Join us for all the box office, audience analysis, and marketing opportunities with the New Avengers here on Behind the Screens.Topics and times:ICA (Independent Cinema Association) Conference - 0:26Movie production tariffs - 1:34Box office comparisons against previous years - 4:21Domestic box office overview - 5:16First summer weekend year-on-year comparison - 6:04Thunderbolts* box office overview - 6:55Thunderbolts* impressions and audience sentiment - 7:21Thunderbolts* audience analysis - 8:14Thunderbolts* marketing opportunities - 11:33Upcoming new releases - 12:31Final Destination: Bloodlines preview - 13:55Next week - 15:13Find us at https://www.linkedin.com/company/vista-group-limited/, and follow lifeatvistagroup on InstagramBox Office Overview:Thunderbolts* debuted to $74.3M domestically and a further $86.1M internationally, for a global debut of over $160M.Sinners maintained its impressive hold with only a 28% drop, bringing in $33M domestically and $57M internationally. Its global total now sits at $237M.and Minecraft is holding in 3rd position with another $14M domestically, now approaching a domestic total of $400M and approaching a worldwide total of $900M.

Join Jay Gunkelman, QEEGD (the man who has analyzed over 500,000 brain scans), Dr. Mari Swingle (author of i-Minds), and host Pete Jansons for another engaging NeuroNoodle Neurofeedback Podcast episode discussing neuroscience, psychology, mental health, and brain training.✅ Neurofeedback Side Effects: Jay and Dr. Mari dive into the phenotypes linked with side effects, such as epileptiform discharges and beta spindles, and how practitioner error or poor protocol matching can cause negative outcomes.✅ Beta Spindles & Protocols: Understanding the implications of beta spindle activity across different regions (e.g. F2 vs. CZ) and what EEG patterns may suggest about insomnia, ADHD, or hyperexcitability.✅ Autism & EEG Patterns: Why 70–85% of autism cases show epileptiform activity in EEGs—and how correct neurofeedback and ICA cleaning can unlock effective treatment strategies.✅ Treatment Resistance & Personality: How trauma history, personality traits, or lack of motivation contribute to neurofeedback resistance.✅ Short Sessions & Custom Protocols: Dr. Mari emphasizes personalized care, including shorter sessions for hypersensitive clients and the importance of multiple montages.✅ Jay's Upcoming EEG Summit: Jay previews his birthday EEG event in Suisun City and his plans to support students, featuring international speakers and challenge coins.✅ Dr. Mari's App Update: BrainComm and Sleep Apps are now live, with a Focus App on the way. Visit https://swinglesonic.com for details.✅ Key Moments:✅ 0:00✅ 1:39 Jay Gunkelman answers questions from previous Q&A showhttps://youtube.com/live/REW03emoEOA?...EEG patterns and neurofeedback side effects; phenotypes related to side effects✅ 10:09 Auto-thresholding defeats the purpose of the operant conditioning principle✅ 12:55 Are there people who are resistant to neurofeedback?✅ 15:15 Autism and how neurofeedback can help✅ 19:50 Protocols and the hot cingulate✅ 23:45 Beta spindle protocols✅ 27:55 Long-term effects of jumping from Stage 1 to Stage 2 REM sleep✅ 30:50 Alcohol-induced sleep✅ 32:30 Swingle Apps: https://swinglesonic.com/products/✅ Event & App Updates:Dr. Mari Swingle's Apps & Info: https://swinglesonic.comJay Gunkelman's Events & Info: https://suisuncitysummit.com✅ Help us keep the NeuroNoodle Podcast going!Support us on Patreon

On this episode, we talk with TCK, friend, and co-founder of the podcast, Colton Shrader (TCK to Peru).Join our conversation as we talk about leading with your God-given strengths and how we can find hope and joy knowing that God is good and has purposes beyond what we can understand in a singular moment. You'll hear Colton share about what God is teaching him through his Master's in Organizational Leadership to become a ‘courageous follower.' This episode offers great perspective to high school and college seniors who are considering their future.What questions do you have about this episode? How can we help support you or your TCK? We'd love to hear from you! Connect with us HERE.HOST: Michelle EllisSONG: Sunscreen by Vic Davi SHOW NOTES:11:30, 29:16 | CliftonStrengths Assessment 2.025:10 | Daniel 2:36-45 - Daniel interprets Nebuchadnezzar's dream and expresses his concerns25:45 | Daniel 6 - Daniel opens his windows to pray28:34 | The Courageous Follower by Ira Chaleff39:08 | Ica, PeruKEY QUOTES:18:14 | “He's a strategic God that thinks way farther ahead than we have the ability to think, and He placed you where you are with a purpose.” 18:43 |  “We have this unprecedented opportunity as TCKs to be developed in ways that so many people would never have an opportunity to do".”20:29 | “A ‘successful' TCK will look at that and accept that there will be threats, but there will also be opportunities. So how do we take advantage of those and choose to say, ‘I'm going to approach this from the perspective that I'm not a victim [but] that I am a chosen son of God or daughter of God.”23:27 | “We don't have to approach [things] with hopelessness and despair.”26:12 | “The spirit that  I think we need to have as TCK is this, ‘no matter where I am, no matter the circumstance; I'm in a new culture, I'm in a new place, but my God is good and He has not abandoned me. At no point did my God abandoned me.”37:01 | “Trust God that He's designed you for this time and this place.”CONNECT WITH US: Instagram | FacebookInterested in partnering with John Michael & Nicole in prayer, one-time giving, or monthly giving? Do that HERE.COMMON TERMS:TCK - third culture kidMK - missionary kidLAC - Latin America Caribbean

Proposed changes to Italy's March 28 emergency decree are raising questions about the scope of eligibility for Italian citizenship by descent, including how application timelines, documentation requirements, and the recognition of minor children may be addressed. Multiple amendments are under consideration, some of which aim to adjust existing standards or introduce new conditions for applicants. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we'll learn more about the key proposals currently being discussed and how they could influence the citizenship process for both adults and minors.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.comTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:36 - Amendments proposed by members of the Italian parliament4:09 - Understanding the variability of the proposed amendments 5:32 - How this could impact people who were in the process of submitting their applications prior to March 288:44 - Minors applying for Italian citizenship11:11 - Closing Thoughts & Outro

On this episode of The Founder's Sandbox, Brenda speaks with Dr. Keith Dorsey – Keith is joining to announce the launch of his book on May 6, 2025 “The Boardroom Journey Practical Guidance for Women to Secure a Seat at the Table”. Dr. Keith D. Dorsey is an internationally recognized governance expert and NACD Directorship 100™ honoree who equips senior leaders with proven strategies to secure and excel in board roles. With over 25 years of corporate leadership experience and active board service spanning private, municipal, university, and nonprofit sectors, he delivers engaging presentations that blend research-based insights with actionable guidance. Dr. Dorsey speaks on corporate governance, board effectiveness, and strategic leadership, helping organizations build stronger boards and executives navigate their path to the boardroom. His book, The Boardroom Journey, offers practical guidance for expanding boardroom impact and success. Read more about Keith's experience. You can find out more about Keith and his upcoming book at:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-keith-d-dorsey-798a2681/ https://www.boardroomjourney.com/book       Transcript:  00:04 Hi, I'm pleased to announce something very special to me, a new subscription-based service through Next Act Advisors that allows members exclusive access to personal industry insights and bespoke 00:32 corporate governance knowledge. This comes in the form of blogs, personal book recommendations, and early access to the founder's sandbox podcast episodes before they released to the public. If you want more white glove information on building your startup with information like what was in today's episode, sign up with the link in the show notes to enjoy being a special member of Next Act Advisors. 01:01 As a thank you to Founders Sandbox listeners, you can use code SANDBOX25 at checkout to enjoy 25 % off your membership costs. Thank you. 01:20 So welcome back to the Founder's Sandbox.  I am Brenda McCabe, your host and this monthly podcast.  We're now in our third season  and my podcast, the Founder's Sandbox, reaches entrepreneurs, business owners with guests. And these guests  teach us about building resilient, scalable and purpose-driven enterprises,  all with great corporate governance. My mission is simple. 01:49 with this podcast as I really want to assist through my content and my guests, those entrepreneurs and business owners and building the scalable, well-governed and resilient businesses.  And  I like to have in my  guests, corporate directors, primarily to speak about their own experience sitting on corporate boards and building with great corporate governance.  I like to think that we can use the 02:16 power of the private enterprise, be it small, medium, or large, to create change for a better world. And we do some of the storytelling in a fictitious sandbox on the founders or the corporate directors' origin story. I am absolutely delighted that this month I have Dr. Keith Dorsey as my guest. So welcome, Keith. It's great to be here. Thank you, Brenda. Thank you so much. 02:45 While you check many boxes, you're joining today because you have authored a book. It has a launch date of May 6, 2025, so just around the corner. And the title of your book is The Boardroom Journey, Practical Guidance for Women to Secure a Seat at the Table. So kudos to you. Thank you. For, wow, you're a busy person. We'll get to that later. 03:13 you know, where did you find the time and the courage to  publish a book, launch it  in today's  environment? And we'll get to those questions later. So for my guest, Dr. Keith  Dorsey and I go back  many years,  actually prior to you being a doctor, right?  You check many boxes  as a guest. You are a seasoned board member, executive advisor, 03:44 informal coach,  and researcher. I love that.  And it was in preparing your doctoral dissertation that you discovered that, I'm going to quote here, I was reading a compelling study on the effects of gender diversity on corporate governance.  And you basically repurposed your original dissertation to provide actionable guidance  on increasing boardroom diversity. 04:14 And when you switched your dissertation, that topic that you had to defend, otherwise you wouldn't be a doctor today, right?  Was the idea for the book that is launching on May 6th. So again, welcome to the podcast and thank you for joining me.  So we chose as a, my guests know, we chose a title because I at Next Act Advisors am about building purpose, purpose driven companies.  The title 04:43 that Keith and I came up with is, you know, bridging gaps for better governance. So Keith,  share with us kind of your origin story. Go back all the way, although I'm gonna encourage my listeners to purchase your book, but go back to your origin story.  You nailed it in like one page in the book, but tell us where your origins and what was your, not only your boardroom journey, but your journey to where you are today. 05:12 Thank you. I often tell people, Brenda, that this is my third chapter. You know, the first chapter was the US military. actually enlisted in the military in between my junior year of high school that summer and my senior year of high school. I knew before I started my first day of my senior year of high school when I was leaving for basic training in the Air Force. so my first 05:38 chapter was the Air Force for a number of years. was stationed  in Florida, the Republic of Panama, and the United Kingdom  for a number of years. And then I got impatient and decided I wanted to get out. I had a successful early career in the Air Force.  And I said, if I can be this successful in the US Air Force, which is like a large corporation,  imagine what I can do  in an actual corporation. 06:05 I set out on this journey to  explore sales. And that led me to my  second chapter, which was corporate America. And I worked for almost 30 years in corporate America,  primarily  as a turnaround specialist in the area of sales. I would take over the toughest sales  organizations within these large companies and really  lift the hood up  and figure out 06:35 were they having a people product or process problem within the organization and then begin to tweak the areas. And I worked for two large companies, Fortune 500 or Fortune 1000 for almost 17 years and then a Fortune 500 for almost 12 years. And I was just a strategic growth expert. I turn around teams and I would also start teams within the organization. 07:04 to  come up with ways for double digit growth and oftentimes triple digit growth.  And so that's what I did for almost 30 years. And then in January of 2019, I entered my third chapter, which was supposed to be  semi-retirement in this portfolio career.  unfortunately, I failed miserably at retirement and what I've been doing for the past six years in this  almost seven years and this 07:33 portfolio environment as executive advisory work. I also  started serving on boards in which today I served on five boards, two private,  one  municipality, one university, and one nonprofit. And then  I  decided to go back to school to get my doctorate. And so I went back to  school at the University of Southern California and 08:01 pursued my doctorate in organizational change and leadership. all my research was in  the,  you know, at this point,  at that point, all my research  was in the lack of gender and ethnic diversity on corporate boards.  And so-  So, and that's fascinating that you chose your doctoral kind of dissertation and then focus around organizational- 08:31 strategy, right? Yes. Was that based at all  on your 30 years of sales strategy? Were there any analogs? I wonder. There was.  Part of what I would do whenever I would take over a situation that required  me to turn it around,  like I said before, was to really look at the organization.  To look at  many components of the organization, people, product, processes. 09:00 artifacts that are going on, the subcultures, the cultures. And  so I've always been fascinated about it.  And I did things innately and I wanted to learn the science behind  many of the things that I innately did.  And after  really diving into research and studies around organizational change and leadership,  I wish I would have known many of those things that I figured out the science behind back when I was. 09:28 and an actual executive doing it. But nevertheless, by  learning it now and using that in my governance roles, I still have the opportunity to put the science  behind  what I'm doing  as a board member.  And I tell people, whether it's as a board member or my researcher or my writing roles that I have today, that I'm bilingual.  I speak business. 09:56 And I speak academia.  And boardroom lingo, right? Which combines a bit of the two.  I like how you use the word science. You know,  we were chatting  before actually  getting on  air today.  We've known each other primarily because we're both members of the National Association of Group Directors, right?  And  I've been a member since, I don't know,  2016. 10:26 I don't know how long you've been a member,  I, your book is truly a kind of a North star. wish I would have had it when  I began my board journey. I actually started my board journey while in Europe and I got onto public board and I went, Holy cow, I better get trained  and went to the local equivalent  of the NACD in Spain called Instituto de Consejeros Administradores, ICA. 10:56 So for my listeners, I do want to do a shout out  if you are intentional and want to learn more about  what the journey is to getting on  first or subsequent boards.  The  book that Keith has authored is launching on the sixth.  And there is a third section.  And specifically, it's around your capital that you need to 11:25 kind of package. It's called commitment capital. It's trademarked. We're going to get into that but it's truly unique because I've read a lot of board books over my 12, 13 years and I have not seen anything as unique as this. So shout out to you. Thank you. Okay. I wanted to also, you know, ask you what made you 11:53 decide to turn that dissertation into a book? What was the, because writing a book is not for the faint of heart. So it was not on my bucket list. So what happened? You know, this is kind of inspirational for me. You know, what made you go, all right, I've got to get a book out there. Well, I, this has been a serendipitous journey, you know, just even going to  get my doctorate was something that I kind of stumbled into. 12:23 I was dealing with a tiny bit of imposter syndrome  and in dealing with that,  I  assigned something to myself to get rid of my  imposter syndrome. And I said, it's hard to get into  a doctorate program. I just want to see what I, if I can even get in. And so in Keith Dorsey fashion, I probably went a little overboard and I applied to seven different universities and eight different doctoral programs.  And 12:53 But I didn't realize in filling out all those applications,  which was crazy,  was that I needed  a lot of former executives that I worked with and other CEOs and,  like I said, other executives to serve as a reference for me. So I collected 15 people that  I would use for all those applications,  two or three at a time.  And they wrote. 13:22 I guess great things about me because I got into all seven universities, all eight programs, but I really just wanted to boost my ego. I didn't really want to go back to get my doctorate. I needed to solve  for my little bit of imposter syndrome that I was dealing with. And, but when I did enough for were 15 accountability partners saying, which one are you getting in?  Which one are you going to choose? I wrote you a great reference. hope you choose the one that I wrote the reference for. 13:52 And I said, oh no, now what? I gotta get in. Now I really have to do it.  have to get my doctorate. So I really didn't have a strong enough why  to do this to begin with.  But what made me, once I got in and  I chose this problem of practice, which was my second problem of practice. My first was  around shareholder primacy on corporate boards.  And  I stumbled into 14:21 this problem of practice, which was around the lack of gender and ethnic diversity on corporate boards. But I ended up going down this path of corporate board diversity. And I just told you this wonderful story and forgot your question. But you know what made you decide to publish a book? So as I was going through this program, 14:50 and right beginning all this research and I really got into my research probably a little too much  and I was sitting with my dissertation chair and she said, Keith, there's something you need to know. I said, what's that? She said, a good dissertation is a done dissertation. And my friend, you have way too much research out there and you've written so much, you have to narrow your focus. 15:19 And I said, give me some examples. She said, you know, pick an industry, pick an ethnicity group, pick a gender, do something. You have to narrow this down.  And I really pushed back a lot. And one of the sayings at the University of Southern California  in this program, organizational change and leadership doctoral program was trust the process. And so she said, Keith, I know you're pushing back. I know you believe in all this research you  uncovered. 15:49 but you have to trust the process. You have to narrow it down.  I said, okay, if I narrow it down, what do I do with all this research over here  and all this research over there? She said, write a book. And that's how I ended up getting to this point where I actually wrote a book  with all this rich research before my dissertation.  And then I successfully completed my dissertation. had all this information. 16:17 And I did something most people wouldn't do immediately after getting my doctorate. I dove into more research studies. You're kidding. interviewed formally and informally  hundreds of women directors  who have made  that career shift into corporate,  into being an independent director.  And I got so much rich, even more information on their barriers, their enablers, their career. 16:47 and how they were  able to make that shift and  successfully get on corporate boards. And many of these women have been on boards for decades.  that's  how I ended up where I am today with this rich data.  And  I would ask you  to describe the four characters  that are in your book. 17:14 and their names and where were they in the career, right? I wanted to share. I wanted to take a unique approach,  know, any books out there and many  board readiness programs out there that will share  a lot of theory with you a lot of information that is rich that we need to know if you're going to be a student of your profession.  As you mentioned before, I highly recommend  everyone interested in being a board director  to 17:43 go to some sort of board readiness organization and get your education  and then get your certification if you can as well.  And so in  really diving into  all the  women that have successfully made this transition and  the hundreds of interviews, informal and both  formal interviews that I conducted,  I started to see themes. 18:12 in their career at certain ages and certain sections of their careers. And I took a lot of that data and I created these four fictitious women that I would use and talk about as a part of a case study and examples so that when you read a chapter and all this theory and all this information, you could then listen to how they took the information from that chapter and executed on it. And so 18:42 The four women that I created, the first one is Lauren. She's 25 and she's a brand new manager in a corporation. She's actually  been with the corporation for three years as a sales executive and got promoted into our very first sales management position, entry level sales management position. That's Lauren.  Then I have Denise, who is a brand new senior manager in a firm. 19:10 And then I have Michelle who, and Denise is 40 and a brand new senior manager. And then I have Michelle who's a 55 year old executive in a fortune 500 corporation. And, and she has said that she wants to retire in the next three to five years. And then lastly, I have Sharon who is a 62 year old CEO of 19:39 her family business and it's a set. She's the second generation of the family business. She's been the CEO for the past 12 years and she's going to turn the business over to her much younger brother and who will take over as the CEO. All four women said at some point they're going to want to serve on a private or a public corporate board. So what should the 25, 40 year old, 55 year old and 62 year old 20:08 do  at this point of their career  to best prepare themselves for board service? How should a 25-year-old really execute her career? And instead of taking, like many of us have done,  a promotion for the sake of a promotion because they want me and because it pays more,  instead of just doing that but really looking at 20:34 beginning with the end in mind. I ultimately want to be an independent director.  So how should I orchestrate my career? How should the 40 year old make a few more tweaks before she  is at that level where she wants to serve as an independent director?  And then this person who is actually thinking about retiring in the next three to five years,  what tweaks? 20:58 Should she make over the next three to five years the be most attractive and most prepared and known  in the industry to be an independent  director? And lastly, someone who has served on her own board as an executive director and CEO for the past 12 years, but never has been an independent director.  What are the things she should be doing right before she turns the business over? 21:27 to  really show up perfectly as an independent director versus an executive director moving forward.  Thank you.  While the characters are women  and the book  has a tagline,  what is that again?  The  guidance?  The guidance for women to secure a seat at the table by no means is this a book that solely can be read by women. 21:56 I think it speaks to the other gender.  And what I found really unique is that you  had characters at different times  and  moments and section moments and their careers and how to really be intentional.  My favorite chapter, I will tell you, is chapter three. Why?  Find your why. That's the name of the chapter. 22:24 Yes. And it is in alignment with the work I do with  business owners and founders. It's like, what is your North Star? Oftentimes they created the business, they're purpose driven, but articulating the why, you know, why did you go out and, you know, work these hours and put your, you know,  re-mortgage your house  to build this business. Finding that chapter, you know, find your why. And then you're probably the research you did with the over a hundred interviews. 22:54 You ideated this, but I'd love to for you to share. And I think it's very important of all your chapters. This is for me. I think if I were an aspiring  director, independent director, this would be the one that most resonates with me. Find your way. Tell me a bit more about that chapter.  It did for me, Brenda, as well for two reasons. One, because of the research that I uncovered and  the qualitative interviews that I conducted. 23:22 I found out that those that were successful  at making that transition from being an executive or a high-powered government official  to  actually being a board member,  they did find their why. And I also,  you know, in this chapter, this third chapter that I'm in,  I became a managing partner and a practice leader of CEO and board services at a global executive search firm. 23:50 And I would have  meetings with many executives who will actually say, Keith, I want to serve on corporate boards. And I will ask them why. And they really couldn't answer.  And I would ask them specific questions about what type of board, private or public.  And  they would say, Keith, I don't care. Just get me on a paid board.  And that's not going to work. And it doesn't work. 24:16 And so I  dedicated a whole chapter to finding your why,  because  as aspiring board members  or board members seeking their second or third board,  and they kind of found their first board because someone tapped them on the shoulders  and said, we want you,  but they don't know how to replicate getting on their next board because no one's tapping them on their shoulders right now.  I found that by  getting people to reflect  on 24:46 Number one, what brings them joy? What brings them joy in this world? Life's too short. And when you're interviewing for a board role, when you're interviewing for something that brings you joy versus the person who is equally as qualified as interviewing against you for that role, when you show up for something that brings you joy, you light up the room. 25:16 And that energy, that person interviewing you picks up on it and you end up having this banter  and they understand that, you know, this seems to be more important to this person versus that executive.  You all are exceptional executives. Your CVs are outstanding, but sometimes just the fact that you're interviewing some for something that brings you joy could be the differentiator. The other thing is the reflect  on 25:44 on your why and when you are successful, understanding why you're successful. When you do fail and you feel miserable, understanding why you failed and why you felt miserable. And by spending that time reflecting on that, you'll begin to figure out your secret sauce. You'll begin to figure out your superpowers.  You'll begin to figure out 26:10 the value that you actually bring to organizations because you uncover  when you are successful, why you're successful, and when you fail, why you fail, and when you feel miserable, why you feel miserable.  Most people don't take the time to reflect. And then as executives, we have conducted  many  of these vision, mission, and value exercises for our companies. We've met them, we've written them. 26:38 And we've done all these things for our companies, but how often do we actually bring that home and transfer those skills to figure out our own personal vision, mission, and values? And when you take the time to do that in this find your why period of time, you can begin  to figure that out and run  every single situation through those funnels. And that will help you  really find your sweet spot. 27:08 And then you're only interviewing in areas where you can truly bring value.  And so that's why I wrote this section. Wow. It sounds like a lot of work. All right. So your book, think, almost it's a guidebook.  So again, we have the four characters. You can pick up the book and read chapters that don't need to be read from the  sequencer order.  Talk to me. 27:36 I think was really unique about  commitment capital. There are five types you've identified.  And I never read or thought of a concept like this  when kind of packaging my board credentials or others. Speak to me about the commitment capital. Thanks. You don't mind, Brenna. I'll touch briefly on the other four, you know, and then I'll spend more time on commitment capital. But 28:01 The two capitals that you typically hear about when you go through any board readiness program,  as  one is human capital and that talks about your education, your expertise,  your experience throughout  your career. That's the human capital side of things. And then you'll, we talk often about the social capital. That's your network, the people you know  that,  and boards are interested in your human capital and your social capital. 28:29 The social capital side,  they want your contacts. They want your connections. They want your help with the M &A  and finding funding and different things like that, finding the right talent.  Your social capital is a big part of it. And your social capital can help you get on a board as well.  But those are the two that you often hear about. The other three that I wrote about,  one is director capital. 28:58 You don't hear much about that one. And that's similar to human capital. All these skills that you accumulated in education, you accumulated throughout your career that helped you along your career. Director capital is more narrow.  And what are the experiences and education like board readiness training that you need specifically to become a director? And so that's director capital. 29:25 Then I dove into cultural capital, which you don't hear much about. And cultural capital really looks at  from the back when you were five years old in  elementary school, middle school, high school, college,  and the experiences and the people you were surrounded by that you mirrored, you emulated, and the obstacles that you innately had to overcome back in those early years. 29:54 that you called upon either innately or on purpose intentionally  throughout your career to get you through some rough times  through your education period and through your career.  People that can  call back and understand their cultural capital can use that to get on boards.  That's cultural capital. And then the fifth capital was the missing link.  And that's about commitment. 30:21 the ability to do the things you need to do in order to get something done  and  call upon that. And I can give you an example.  I have two different groups  of  women  and directors and  executives that  have  very similar outstanding CVs. 30:44 And they  all have gone through a board readiness program and they all have completed some sort of certification. This group found their way on corporate boards. This group have been  really trying to get on boards for up to five years to no avail. But when you look at them on paper, education experience and success wise, they look similar. 31:11 And the missing ingredient that I found via research  was  those who got on boards did something differently than those who didn't. And the majority of the ones who haven't found their way on boards, when they completed their programs, they were proud of themselves. They took copious notes throughout the program. And they said, done. Let those board positions begin to come my direction. 31:39 And those who actually ended up getting on boards,  who also took copious notes, they were  studious throughout the process, but then they went back home and they executed. They started to make trade-offs in their lives and they started to do things differently.  Some of them gave up TV on Wednesday nights and they no longer watch the three Chicago shows. 32:03 You know,  traded that in so they could begin to do things differently and find the time to do that reflection work  and find the time to network differently and find the time. And so they started to hold themselves accountable via their commitment capital to get things done. To this date, I still have people that will say, Keith, I want to get on a private or a public board. 32:32 And I would look at their background and I said, you know what you really need right now? You really need to serve on a nonprofit board to get some human capital experience while surrounding yourself with some incredible social capital that will see you in action. And they said, Keith, I don't have time for a nonprofit board. Now, the NACD says the average board member, independent director, spends 250 hours a year on each board. 33:01 You're telling me you want me  to  help you find a private or public board  and you don't have time to serve on a nonprofit. Let me tell you, you don't have time to be on a for-profit board and you need to find your commitment capital to make the necessary trade-offs so you do have the times to dot your I's and cross your T's. That's what commitment capital is all about. And that was the missing ingredient.  I love it. So you coin it the missing link. 33:31 the analog with business owners and founders is grit. Yes.  Right. Thunder, but I get I get it. So I, I encourage those that are aspiring  for a  first or subsequent board positions to take a look at that. Now, I'm going to ask a question that  potentially has  in the current climate. And again, this is April of 34:01 2025.  There's been  a lot of backlash in our current administration to remove anything  with the acronym DEI, diversity, equity, inclusion,  remove it from  position, hiring, anything that actually is receiving federal funding.  I'm curious, you also have in your book coined  a term called 34:30 optimal diversity. while I think you had this  term  in all the research, right, in your original writing of this book, could optimal diversity be that analog to the downfall of DEI? I think so. And unfortunately, what's going on in today's society,  mostly in the US, but even  several other places in the world, 34:59 is that organizations, in my opinion, have confused the confused.  And they are saying we need to move away from diversity  and move towards meritocracy. And that we need to get away from checking the box  and move to bringing merit back. And the unfortunate part is diversity, equity, and 35:28 has always  had merit  as the  prerequisite.  It's never been about checking the box or just bringing in an unqualified individual  so that we can  look  from an observable diversity standpoint differently.  It's really been about  one, the  prerequisite and the  table stakes. 35:58 is merit.  And then two, to be able to fish in different ponds, to bring in different people.  So ultimately, we can have that cognitive diversity or diversity of thought brought into the room.  And unfortunately, because of this reason for bringing parody  and  make certain that  your boards and your C suites and your companies 36:26 resembled the stakeholders that you were going after for all obvious reasons.  Unfortunately,  the message has gotten lost as to why we want to do this.  And it's really about mitigating risk, disruption,  finding blue oceans,  and you mitigate your risk by having a representation of that diversity of thought to protect your business and to understand all the stakeholders that you're trying to serve. 36:56 And, the prerequisite was always merit. And so I share with people that meritocracy and diversity truly can and does coexist, do coexist.  And so optimal diversity is the combination  of observable or demographic diversity coupled with diversity of thought is optimal diversity. And that applies to every human being. 37:26 when they begin to reflect and to peel back their cultural, human,  social, all those capitals I mentioned before, they can begin to present themselves in such a way that they can  demonstrate their optimal diversity.  As a managing partner  and a practice leader, a CEO in board services, I will spend time with executives one-on-one from all walks of life and coach them. 37:55 And I remember when I typically would sit down with a white male executive during this period of time,  and I would tell them my story and what my background was on  and my research around my doctorate. They will start off because they're now interviewing with  a  search professional that can help them get on boards. And they will start to interview off like this.  And then as I begin to tell them my background and my research, 38:23 they would end up like this and angry. And then I would talk to them about optimal diversity and they would start to loosen up and then they go right back to this. And I remember in one of my conversations with a Fortune 500 executive, a white male, and I talked to him about optimal diversity and he said, wait a second. He said, Keith, I grew up on a farm and I went to this sort of school and he jumped out of the car. 38:53 like that. he said, I do bring diversity to the table. And I said, yes, you do. But I've never had to present myself that way before. And what you just did was you taught me to reach into myself and figure out how I differentiate myself from any other type of executive. And I never had to do that before. And that's optimal diversity. 39:20 Absolutely. So if you heard it here on the founder sandbox, optional diversity refers to ensuring that observable demographic diversity is coupled with diversity of thought. And meritocracy and diversity are not opposing  aims, but instead are symbiotic and share a common goal. So thank you, Keith, for developing the concept of optimal diversity.  And I must read. 39:50 coming out on May 6.  I would like you to have  your time on air to provide my listeners with how they may contact you because not only are you launching your book  on May 6,  the boardroom journey.  I do believe you have one on one coaching  as well as you do  speaking opportunities. 40:19 Keith, how's it best to contact you? Well, you can find me  on my website, is boardroomjourney.com. Okay.  And my email is keith at boardroomjourney.com. You can also find me on LinkedIn under Dr. Keith D. Dorsey. And so  those are,  you know, several different ways you could find me. And when you go to boardroomjourney.com, 40:47 I'm really attacking this  approach  of making certain that we take board governance very seriously  and helping to equip individuals at various stages of their career to be best prepared for board service.  I  want  everyone, as I mentioned before, to go through some sort of board readiness program with the many different type of board readiness programs out there. 41:16 But then once you've done that, I focus on three areas.  One is with, I'm sorry, Brenda, you want to ask me a question? No, that's okay, one.  One is with  the boards themselves. I'm gonna challenge via their consulting offerings,  challenge boards to really take a look at their board members they have today.  And really,  many boards will have skilled matrices. 41:42 Yes. And so they will look at the skills matrix and maybe highlight 12 different functional skills. And then they want to outline their board members and how they rate those different skills. And then they stop there. And I consider the skills matrix to be the top 10 % of a iceberg. OK. And that's the part you can see. The bottom 90 % below the surface is around their competencies. 42:12 And in our consulting,  I challenge boards to actually measure the  competencies  of their board members as well.  And those are the things below the surface, their behavioral traits and things like that, because you wanna have the right mix  of independent directors on your board.  And then  look at where they have a redundancy  of experiences in their  functional areas, skill sets, as well as competencies. 42:41 and think about their strategy moving forward and where do they have gaps?  And so that's one half of what, you know, Boardroom Journey does. The other part  is with individuals.  And what I have uncovered is that many people will go through a program, but they don't execute, as I mentioned before, a commitment capital.  So one of the offerings we have is you get an accountability partner.  And with the... 43:10 the accountability side of things,  the accountability partner will meet up with you and have 30 minute one-on-ones with you,  almost unlimited one-on-ones throughout the year,  the numbers so high. But you cannot get the next meeting with your accountability partner until you have proven you've done the things that we talked about in the prior meeting. And so that's an offering.  And then the other offering, 43:40 is six months  of one-on-one coaching, two times  for one hour each time, twice a month.  And that one-on-one coaching is taking a lot of the principles and action items from the book, The Boardroom Journey.  And instead of doing it in asynchronous sort of fashion, we're going through it together one-on-one  to make certain that you begin to do the things 44:06 differently to get different results. The saying is successful people do what unsuccessful people don't do. And the goal there with the one-on-one coaching is to have you do the things that you need to do in order to get to where you would like to go. And so that's what the boardroom journey as a company and a practice actually does for individuals. Thank you for sharing that. This will be in the show notes, And I'm very excited to. 44:35 provide some exposure and my listeners, particularly those that are considering  your own boardroom journey. I'm going to switch gears back to the founder sandbox. I am  passionate about  resilience,  purpose-driven and scalable growth. And I love to do a round the round with my guests and what does that meaning of resilience mean to you? Each of my guests has a different... 45:04 Yeah. So please. me, resilience comes down to when you truly have a true north and you believe in your true north, having the intestinal fortitude to do things that you need to do in order to get it done  and  not giving up right when you're at that point where things can actually turn around. That's to me what resilience is about. But you first got to know your true north. 45:33 have the intestinal fortitude, encourage  to stick with it until you hit them. Thank you. How about purpose driven? The title of your episode is purpose, Yes.  Bridging gaps for better governance. But beyond that, what is purpose driven? What has made you be so purposeful? That's a great question, Brenda. I would have to say 46:00 right back to that true north, know, finding your why and  really spending the time to think about where are there  unmet needs  in the marketplace.  And, you know, I've worked with some incredible organizations and sometimes we  are too insular and we come up with some great things. 46:25 that we created that we think the market should be interested in.  And the market says, you know what, that was cute, but no. And so  I feel when you start with from the client's perspective and you uncover where there are unmet needs, then and only then can you truly be purposeful  in meeting those unmet needs. And that feels good here  and you're solving something that's needed in the 46:55 I get  it. You heard it here. Q. Dorsey's definition of purposefulness. Scalable. So I think that what you have done here  by publishing what was originally your dissertation and then building  consulting a practice around is actually scalable. What's scalable for you?  You know, something  that can have a process. 47:24 Okay, repeatable process around it.  I've watched businesses  succeed and then fail because they built something  that was needed for in the marketplace, but they allowed themselves  to  get off the beaten track because they're trying to be all things for everybody.  And  for me, 47:52 when a business is truly scalable, they found something, they met an unmet need  and they know their sweet spot and they stay in their sweet spot.  Now, do they disrupt themselves  to stay ahead on the bell shaped curve? Absolutely.  But they build something that has a repeatable process and they can keep their margins down because they're not just being there for everybody. To me, that's what scalable is all about. Find in their sweet spot and execute it. 48:22 Excellent. 48:25 Fantastic. question. Did you have fun in the sandbox today, Keith? I actually did. The problem here, Brenda, is I just enjoy having conversations with you. so  we did that via podcast. We did what we normally do,  but via podcast.  That's  excellent. So I had a blast. Thank you. And what about you? I always have fun.  I love the fact that my guests 48:55 can tell their stories.  They're very authentic. You're very authentic.  You live your purpose.  actually, that's why  my guests come to me, right? And say, is  the podcast right now, a growing channel.  And I do have a large fellowship now. You can also follow me on YouTube.  to my guests, I hope you enjoyed this month's. 49:24 podcast. Actually, this month is a lot I published a lot about corporate governance the month of April. So if you like this episode with Dr. Keith Dorsey, sign up for the monthly release  of this podcast, the founder sandbox where my guests are founders, business owners, corporate board directors, authors.  And you'll learn about how to build strong governance for resilient, scalable and purpose driven companies to make profits for good. 49:54 So thank you for joining me again, Keith. It was a pleasure. Thank you.  

TEMPORADA 31 DE LA LUZ DEL MISTERIO Vive el Misterio... Pasa, ponte cómodo y disfruta... FROM LONDON: Una experiencia única de comunicación de La Luz del Misterio esta seamana, nos llevará en primer lugar a conectar con Nazca para conversar con Barthélemy D'ans sobre la celebración de los 25 años del Planetarium María Reiche, en Nazca. La magia milenaria de las Líneas de Nazca ha inspirado este 2025 a mirar más allá del horizonte. Este sábado 3 de mayo, la ciudad de Nazca, Ica, será el escenario del evento de astronomía más importante del año en el Perú, conmemorando el Día Internacional de la Astronomía bajo el lema: “Acercando el Universo a la gente”. Luego viajeremos a conocer los dioses que vinieron en platillos volantes con Manuel Fernández Muñoz. Si tenemos la valentía de revisar nuestra historia con los ojos de alguien que ha tenido la fortuna de encontrarse con un platillo volante surcando el firmamento, seremos capaces de responder a algunas preguntas, como la de que no estamos solos en el universo. Sin embargo, otras muchas quedarán sin respuesta: ¿quiénes son los seres que tripulan esas naves?, ¿de dónde vienen?, ¿qué intenciones tienen?, ¿qué quieren de nosotros? y, sobre todo, ¿cuánto tiempo llevan aquí? Curiosamente, la gran mayoría de mitos y leyendas repartidos por todo el planeta hablan de la presencia de seres venidos de las estrellas que instruyeron al ser humano y luego se marcharon con la promesa de volver algún día. A través de la tradición oral, muchas culturas han transmitido el contacto de sus ancestros con lo que denominaron «los pueblos del cielo» o «los abuelos de las estrellas». Un viaje apasionante hacia la historia de ser humano que puedes conocer a través de La Luz del Misterio en London Radio World y sus plataformas. ——————————————————— Síguenos a través de: edenex.es ZTR Radio.online London Radio World En Ivoox Itunes Spotify Amazon YouTube Si deseas apoyarnos: https://www.ivoox.com/ajx-apoyar_i1_support_29070_1.html Más información: laluzdelmisterioradio.blogspot.com laluzdelmisterio@gmail.com

Italy's recent emergency decree affecting citizenship by descent has triggered a wave of political and legal debate, raising questions about how it was introduced, the speed of its rollout, and the broader implications for those hoping to apply. With concerns mounting over its potential retroactive impact and whether the decree was the appropriate legislative tool to use, discussions in Parliament are still ongoing. Amendments are being proposed, and while nothing is finalized, those prepared to submit their applications may be wise to do so soon. For everyone else, the situation remains fluid, and much could still change in the coming weeks. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we'll learn more about the ongoing parliamentary debate surrounding the emergency decree and what aspects of it might still be changed.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:56 - How the conversion of an emergency decree law works in Italy4:26 - What other questions have come up during this ongoing discussion within the commission?6:18 - The decree might not be converted to law7:39 - Questions on whether the decree should have been a security decree and retroactive12:43 - The conversion law could state that, for any application filed prior to its issue date, old rules may apply14:48 - Has the decree caused any resistance from the political right in Italy?17:50 - ICA's stance and recommendations during this time19:23 - Closing Thoughts & Outro

ST. PETERSBURG, FL - ICA (Intelligent Communication Assistant), a communications security and AI assistant platform, took center stage at the Cloud Communications Alliance's Cloud Connections 2025 event with a solution aimed at eliminating robocalls, scams, and fragmented branded calling experiences. Michael Gough, founder of ICA, presented during the event's inaugural product showcase and outlined how the platform leverages artificial intelligence to identify unwanted or fraudulent communications in real time. “There are more than 40 billion robocalls, 20 billion scam texts and a trillion phishing attempts annually,” said Gough. “We're at an inflection point. ICA brings together voice, text, email and branded calling into one AI-powered framework.” Gough explained that ICA works similarly to navigation apps like Waze, learning from user behavior across a distributed network. When a robocaller or scammer contacts one ICA user, the behavior is analyzed and logged so that future calls from the same entity can be blocked systemwide. Unlike existing solutions such as STIR/SHAKEN, which Gough noted cannot cover all traffic types or legacy systems like TDM, ICA uses behavioral fingerprinting and network metadata to make real-time determinations about the legitimacy of a call or message. For calls from known and trusted sources such as a school or hospital, ICA allows communication to pass through without interruption. Beyond fraud detection, ICA also serves as a digital assistant, with features such as calendar-aware call handling, automated appointment scheduling, and adaptive call routing based on user preferences. Gough said ICA is currently available via licensing partnerships and is seeking additional partners, such as service providers, CPaaS platforms, and branded calling vendors. “We're here to complement and enhance the systems they already have in place,” he said. The company's website, myica.ai, provides more details about its offerings and partner opportunities.

Sverige har i största hemlighet utbildat flera hundra ukrainska soldater på Sveriges mest avancerade vapen. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. I över tre år har Sverige skickat vapen till Ukraina. I början var det främst enskilda vapen som är relativt enkla att använda, som pansarskott.Ukraina behövde också tyngre och mer avancerade vapensystem. Det hade Sverige och man var villig att donera dem, men för att ge effekt på slagfältet räckte det inte bara med att ge vapen, ukrainarna behövde utbildas också.– Det var ett stort skifte att gå från att skänka enskilda vapen till att ge bort ett helt sammanhängande system, och bidra med utbildning, säger Karl Engelbrektson, idag pensionär men under 2022 var han arméchef och central i Ukraina-stödet.Den första utbildningsinsatsen skedde redan hösten 2022 på luftvärnssystemet robot 70 som Sverige samma höst beslutat att donera till Ukraina. Därefter följde utbildningar på stridsfordon 90, stridsvagn 122 och artillerisystemet Archer.Den svenska försvarsmakten är väl lämpad för att utbilda en stor skara människor.– Tack vare vårt värnpliktssystem så har vi en gedigen tradition i att utbilda civila människor för militärt syfte, säger Engelbrekson.Det finns flera stor och avgörande skillnader mellan att utbilda svenska värnpliktiga jämfört med ukrainska soldater. En är skicket på en del av ukrainarna:– Det var de som kom mer eller mindre direkt från fronten. De var väldigt trötta och vissa led av PTSD och hade varit med om en hel del hemskheter, säger en av instruktörerna som utbildade på stridsfordon 90.Att lida av PTSD är såklart inte bra för den som ska genomgå en avancerad utbildning, men det är inte heller tandvärk.– Vi var tvungna att genomföra operation tandfe, och ta hand om tandhälsan på framförallt de äldre soldaterna, För det går inte att genomföra en utbildning om du har tandvärk, säger Joakim, som utbildade ukrainare på stridsvagn 122.Så det fanns flera hinder innan ens själva utbildningen kunde starta. En annan svårighet är att all utbildning ska ske i hemlighet och det det kunde vara svårare än man först förutsett, för hur förser man 100-tals storkonsumenter av cigaretter utan att det märks?– Vi försökte sprida ut inköpen. Du kan ju inte komma och köpa hundra limpor cigg på en ICA -butik utan man får köra runt på stan och handla på olika ställen.Den kanske största och svåraste skillnaden jämfört med en traditionell värnpliktsutbildningen var tidspress.– Vi behövde komprimera utbildningen och skära bort sådant som inte är absolut nödvändigt. Vad är det de här killarna måste kunna för att överleva, eller ännu hellre, vad måste de kunna för att bli farliga för fienden?I Sverige utbildas man att strida i större förband, men är svårt och tar tid så det togs bort.– Utan vi skulle utbilda besättningar som kunde jobba tillsammans i sin stridsföringsgrupp som vi kallar det. Alltså ha förståelse för vagnen och kunna hantera den. När det kommer till själva krigandet eller stridandet skulle Ukraina själv stå för den metoden. Den här tidspressen berodde på att Ukraina är i desperat behov av allt de kan få, men efter en del diskussioner kom uppdraget att ändras.– Vi kan inte bara skicka avancerad materiell i händerna på människor och så ska man själv klura ut hur man stridstekniskt och taktiskt använder detta, säger Engelbrektson.Resultat i krigetDet går att följa kriget i Ukraina väldigt detaljerat, nästan på individnivå och de svenska instruktörerna har sett hur färdigheter från utbildningarna används i kriget. – Jag har ju sett att de har använt robot 70 mot KA-52 som är en rysk attackhelikopter till exempel, säger Fredrik som var instruktör på luftvärn.– De filmerna jag tagit del av visar att de vet hur man krigar med stridsvagnarna, säger stridsvagns-instruktör Joakim.Det finns också exempel där ukrainarna stridit på ett sätt de inte blivit tränade i.– När kriget har tagit en vändning åt det statiska där nyttjar de inte stidsvagnen genom att göra avgörande pansaranfall utan de använder stridsvagnarna för att ge understöd. Det är kanoner som man flyttar fram och skjuter understödjande eld med, säger Joakim.KänslosamtExakt hur lång utbildningen ukrainarna fick i Sverige är hemlig men även om den var avsevärt kortare än det dryga år ett värnpliktig får så har mötet med de ukrainska kollegorna satt spår och gjort att kriget kommit närmare.– Om man tittar på en nyhetssändning och man ser stridsvagn 122 i Ukraina och jag vet att jag har suttit i den, jag har utbildat den personen som syns i TV, eller vilket media det än är, då kommer kriget lite närmare, säger Joakim. Instruktörerna på de övriga vapensystemen ger en liknande bild. – Vi försöka verkligen ge dem alla förutsättningar för att de ska lyckas med sin uppgift. Och att då se de åka iväg, då vet man att nu är det liksom, det är nu de ska göra sitt och alla kommer inte komma tillbaka.Text: Kalle GlasMedverkande:Joakim, Kapten och stridsvagns instruktör vid Markstridsskolan i Skaraborgs regementeFredrik, Fanjunkare, utbildningsansvarig vid Halmstad LuftvärnsregementeAnonym instruktör på Stridsfordon 90Karl Engelbrektson, Generalmajor och tidigare Arméchef.Claes Aronsson, ProgramledareKalle Glas, Programledare och ProducentLJUD: SR, CNN och Försvarsmakten

“This isn't just tech—it's protection for your mother, your daughter, your entire community. And no one else is doing it like this.” — Michael Gough, Intelligent Communication Assistant (ICA) Imagine a world where every ring, ping, or notification is trusted—and no one wastes time dodging robocalls or deleting spam. That's the world ICA (pronounced “Ikah”) is building. In a recent Technology Reseller News podcast, Michael Gough, Sales and Marketing Leader at ICA, previewed the company's upcoming live demo at the Cloud Communications Alliance's Cloud Connections Conference, taking place April 14–16 in St. Petersburg. ICA will demonstrate what Gough calls the first true AI platform in telecommunications—a system designed to make digital deception impossible, without violating privacy laws, introducing new FCC rules, or requiring user intervention. “ICA restores an era when users could communicate without interruption from unwanted calls, texts, emails, or videos,” said Gough. At its core, ICA isn't just another call filter or branded caller ID feature. It's a patented behavioral AI engine that uses graph neural networks to assess communication attempts across voice, SMS, email, and social media. It then blocks, redirects, or engages the sender—sometimes with a convincing digital assistant that wastes scammer time and discourages future attempts. In a live demo, Gough showed how ICA rerouted a scammer to an intelligent voice assistant that feigned interest, dragging the call out until it became financially unviable for the spammer to continue. Another demo illustrated ICA's intelligence in recognizing legitimate contacts—even scanning social graphs to validate the relationship between caller and recipient, proving its capability in real-time communication vetting. The need is massive: 29% of U.S. cellular calls in Q4 2024 were spam. Over 4.7 million robocalls were placed in January 2025 alone. In February 2025, Americans received 19.2 billion spam texts. Every day, there are 3.4 billion phishing emails and 160 billion spam emails—46% of all email traffic. While STIR/SHAKEN and branded calling offer some protection, they are limited. Branded calling works only on select mobile devices and is vulnerable to impersonation. STIR/SHAKEN doesn't always function when calls cross from TDM to IP networks. And neither applies to email, SMS, or social media. “Branded calling works on mobile, and STIR/SHAKEN only works part of the time. ICA enhances both—and works across all platforms,” explained Gough. Unlike point solutions, ICA is designed to sit across communication ecosystems. It integrates with carrier and platform infrastructure through APIs, simplifying global deployments. Built on open standards from the Camara project and supported by the ADURA API aggregation framework, ICA offers a single integration point for global reach. Whether deployed as a platform-as-a-service or software-as-a-service, ICA provides a crawl-walk-run path that helps carriers begin protecting their networks immediately. For a limited number of partners participating at Cloud Connections, ICA is offering full implementation at no cost. “We're offering a handful of select platforms a chance to deploy ICA free of charge—and we'll even help with implementation,” said Gough. What sets ICA apart is not just detection, but disruption. By making scams financially pointless—tying up scammer resources and blocking unwanted traffic before it hits users—ICA dismantles the economic model that makes robocalling, smishing, and phishing profitable. “With ICA, we're not just enhancing telecom security,” said Gough. “We're creating a future where communication is smarter, safer, and free from disruption.” To see ICA in action, catch their live demo on April 15 at the Cloud Connections Conference in St. Petersburg. Visit myica.ai to learn more. #AI #TelecomSecurity #RobocallPrevention #SpamBlocking #CommunicationTrust...

The Tajani Emergency Law Decree, introduced by Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani, has stirred up a lot of uncertainty for people pursuing Italian citizenship by descent. The way it was pushed through—with no warning and immediate effect—left many applicants stuck, especially those already facing long delays at Italian consulates. There's been a lot of talk about whether this Tanjani decree is even constitutional, and how it affects people who've spent years preparing their cases. Another point of attention is the minor issue, which under the new rules changes how and when children of Italian citizens can qualify for citizenship, raising questions for families already living in or planning to move to Italy. While some are hoping for changes through Parliament or even a future referendum, others are turning to legal experts and advocacy groups to figure out the next steps.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:58 - How is ICA handling the current situation?2:52 - The legality of the decree7:07 - Impact of the constitutional court hearing in June8:43 - How the decree will be applied by judges in court12:29 - The matter of discrimination caused by the decree14:36 - What are ways the decree can be challenged?16:54 - What can Italian citizens do to amend the law?18:26 - What are the bills proposed along with the decree?20:47 - A message from Marco & Outro

Cloud Communications Alliance Preview | Technology Reseller News Podcast “It's not just a deterrent—it's a disincentive. We make robocalls so expensive, scammers stop calling.” — Michael Gough, ICA, Intelligent Communications Assistant. With the Cloud Connections Conference just days away (April 14–16 in St. Petersburg), both the Technology Reseller News and Cloud Communications Alliance communities are tuning in. On this special joint podcast episode, Doug Green, publisher of TR News, welcomed Michael Gough, CEO of ICA, one of five handpicked presenters in the upcoming CCA Solutions Showcase. And what Michael brought was more than just a preview—it was a live demonstration of how ICA is changing the game in communications security. One Platform to Block Them All “Too many robocalls. Too much spam. Too many scam texts,” said Gough. “Branded calling helps, and STIR/SHAKEN helps—but only a little, and only sometimes.” ICA's platform changes that by combining behavioral analysis, graph neural networks, and a cross-channel approach to stop spam across voice, SMS, email, and social media—without invading user privacy. In a live demo, Gough showed how ICA's digital assistant traps and stalls bad actors with lifelike conversations. “We call it scam the scammer,” he said. “They waste time, lose money, and stop calling.” A Better Call Experience—Everywhere Unlike legacy solutions, ICA works across all major communications platforms. The system distinguishes between contacts using relationship signals—like shared social media links or known contacts—and then filters calls accordingly. In a second demo, Gough showed how ICA intelligently handled a call from a trusted contact, verifying the reason for the call and sending a message when the recipient wasn't available. “It's seamless for the people you know and smart for the ones you don't,” Gough explained. Looking for Partners At Cloud Connections, ICA is actively seeking three new partners to integrate its technology. “This isn't vaporware,” Gough said. “We're already live. We're just looking to scale.” That's the power of CCA's event model, Doug Green noted. “This isn't a trade show. It's a connections event—and ICA is a perfect example of what happens when innovation meets the right audience.” Learn More Don't miss Michael Gough's live demo on April 15 at the Cloud Connections Conference. For more information or partnership inquiries, visit myica.ai. #CloudConnections #CloudCommunicationsAlliance #RobocallDefense #SpamPrevention #AI #GraphNeuralNetworks #CommsSecurity #MichaelGough #ICA #VoiceAI #TechnologyResellerNews #CloudSecurity

Significant changes are currently unfolding for individuals pursuing Italian dual citizenship. A newly issued emergency decree from the Italian government introduces restrictions, including generational limits on those applying for citizenship by ancestry or jure sanguinis, while also signaling possible reforms to the recognition process through female ancestors and the overall application structure. These developments may have a considerable impact on eligibility for dual citizenship and the future of Italian citizenship by descent. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we'll learn more about how these new rules affect current and future applications, what exceptions may apply, and what to expect from the proposed legislative changes.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:42 - The recent update5:35 - Validity of the Decree7:18 - Proposed changes13:00 - If and when the proposals could be approved13:38 - Review of the decree14:51 - Closing Thoughts & Outro

Den blomstertid nu kommen – och det är officiellt högsäsong för sommarförberedelser. Träningen intensifieras, proteinet preppas och stairmastern kallas in i kampen mot hängröven. Samtidigt svämmar garderoben över av kläder man hatar, men ändå inte lyckas rensa ut. Vi snackar skräddarsydda fits, garderobspanik inför Ica och jakten på den perfekta baslinnet. Vi drömmer oss bort till Capri, skrynkelfria linneskjortor och den där effortless bruden med LVL-fransar, tatuerad eyeliner och ett glow som bara skriker “I woke up like this”.Produceras av More Than Words Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As part of this year's Kinoteka Polish Film Festival, currently running in London, Michael Brooke has curated a complete retrospective of the criminally under-known Polish director Wojciech Has. The retrospective, starting from the 1st April 2025 and featuring screenings at the BFI and the ICA, contains Has's short and feature film work in gorgeous restorations. There are talks and events around the films, and the ICA has an exhibition of Polish film posters which is unmissable if you're in the vicinity. For this episode, Neil talks to curator Michael Brooke about Has's life and work, and legacy both within Poland and to a certain extent more widely. They also discuss the limitations of legacy due to decisions made by Has to stay in Poland. The conversation also covers Has's work as a film educator, Polish cinema more broadly and Michael's route to becoming an expert in the field, shedding light on how sometimes, things just happen that way.  Elsewhere in the episode Neil and Dario discuss the impact of Has's work on them, at a time when both are particularly invested in the idea of the cinematic, where it can be found contemporarily and the need to engage with form intentionally as audiences, critics and filmmakers and not get drawn into the anodyne world of content that dominates screen culture generally. They discuss Has's work as a formal master, his approach to adaptation and the idea of filmmakers being in dialogue with each other despite the limitations of visibility of work, physical and political borders. ——— Visit our Patreon at www.patreon.com/cinematologists ——— You can listen to The Cinematologists for free, wherever you listen to podcasts: click here to follow. We really appreciate any reviews you might write (please send us what you have written and we'll mention it) and sharing on Social Media is the lifeblood of the podcast so please do that if you enjoy the show. ——— Music Credits: ‘Theme from The Cinematologists' Written and produced by Gwenno Saunders. Mixed by Rhys Edwards. Drums, bass & guitar by Rhys Edwards. All synths by Gwenno Saunders. Published by Downtown Music Publishing.  

Konsumenterna har fått nog och bojkottar matjättarna. Ica kontrar med annonskampanjer och hävdar att prishöjningarna beror på omvärldsfaktorer och att deras marginaler är så små, så små. Samtidigt aviserar Axfood aktieutdelningar på 1,9 miljarder på årets stämma.Hur ska man veta vad som är sant och vad som är ren bullshit om matpriserna? Man lyssnar såklart på Scocconomics! Sandro har läst årsredovisningar, har full koll på utvecklingen av råvarupriser – och vi avslöjar trolleritricket med att prata om vinstmarginaler i procent istället för vinst i kronor. Tack till Ekonomigrun på Tiktok för exemplet med ingefäran: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNddFycgC/Postproduktion av Hakuna Matata Produktion

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/20/25), Hank answers the following questions:Do you have any information on the Ica stones of Peru depicting humans with dinosaurs? Sean - St. Louis, MO (0:50)In Matthew 24:36 does the Holy Spirit know the day of Christ's return? If not, why? Mike - Grayling, MI (2:56)I have become overwhelmed by hate towards a couple of people. How can I get rid of bitterness and hate in my life? Chad - Radford, VA (5:19)How do I know which laws in Leviticus apply today? Kelly - Milford, NE (15:39)What is your opinion on the Nephilim in Genesis 6? Are they part angel and part human? Matt - Fort Orchard, WA (20:18)What are your thoughts on Seventh-Day Adventists? Alan - Lethbridge, AB (24:14)

4bidden Tour of Egypt 2025: https://www.4biddenknowledge.com/4bidden-egypt-tourYou can own shares of 4biddenknowledge: http://invest.4biddenknowledgeFREE Fractal Workshop: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1249785164069/?aff=oddtdtcreatorSeveral Paracas skulls discovered in Peru have been found with an unusual single parietal plate, rather than the typical two parietal bones separated by the sagittal suture. These skulls, often referred to as elongated skulls, exhibit anatomical anomalies that some researchers claim are not due to cranial deformation alone.Here are a few notable Paracas skulls reported to have a single parietal plate:Paracas Elongated Skull #44 – This skull, studied by researchers like Brien Foerster, lacks the sagittal suture and has an enlarged single parietal plate.The Chongos Skull – Found in the Chongos cemetery near Paracas, this skull has a single parietal plate and an unusually large cranial capacity.The ICA Museum Skull – Housed in the Regional Museum of Ica, this Paracas skull is well-documented for its missing sagittal suture and singular parietal bone.Paracas Necropolis Skull – Discovered in the Paracas Necropolis, this skull shows distinct anomalies, including a single parietal plate.The "Starchild-Like" Skull of Paracas – This skull, noted for its elongated shape and singular parietal bone, has been the subject of DNA studies.30 Day Free Trial Of 4biddenknowledge.TV 30 Day Free Trial On 4biddenknowledge.TVSupport the show

A recent ruling by the Italian Constitutional Court has introduced exemptions to the B1 Italian language requirement for certain applicants seeking Italian citizenship by marriage or residency. This decision, which challenges the 2018 security decree, focuses on individuals who may face obstacles in meeting the language test criteria due to advanced age, serious illness, or certified disabilities. As further details emerge, this development adds a new layer to the conversation around Italian naturalization and who may qualify for exceptions under the law. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney, Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster, Rafael Di Furia, we'll learn more about what this ruling means, who may benefit from it, and how it could shape the future of Italian citizenship applications.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:39 - Changes to Language Requirement for Italian Citizenship through Naturalization3:35 - Who Is Exempt from This Ruling?6:12 - What Does “Advanced Age” Mean?7:56 - When was the B1 Language Certificate Implemented?11:01 - Closing Thoughts & Outro

4bidden Tour of Egypt 2025: https://www.4biddenknowledge.com/4bidden-egypt-tourYou can own shares of 4biddenknowledge: http://invest.4biddenknowledgeFREE Fractal Workshop: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1249785164069/?aff=oddtdtcreatorSeveral Paracas skulls discovered in Peru have been found with an unusual single parietal plate, rather than the typical two parietal bones separated by the sagittal suture. These skulls, often referred to as elongated skulls, exhibit anatomical anomalies that some researchers claim are not due to cranial deformation alone.Here are a few notable Paracas skulls reported to have a single parietal plate:Paracas Elongated Skull #44 – This skull, studied by researchers like Brien Foerster, lacks the sagittal suture and has an enlarged single parietal plate.The Chongos Skull – Found in the Chongos cemetery near Paracas, this skull has a single parietal plate and an unusually large cranial capacity.The ICA Museum Skull – Housed in the Regional Museum of Ica, this Paracas skull is well-documented for its missing sagittal suture and singular parietal bone.Paracas Necropolis Skull – Discovered in the Paracas Necropolis, this skull shows distinct anomalies, including a single parietal plate.The "Starchild-Like" Skull of Paracas – This skull, noted for its elongated shape and singular parietal bone, has been the subject of DNA studies.

We are BACK.After a brief discussion of dinners, openings and Klaus curated Balenciaga ads as well as the CURSED art production fund gala Nate and Benjamin are joined by the painter LUCY BULL.Lucy comes out as bi-costal, tells us about her road trip from LA to NY, setting up a studio in NYC and her first solo US museum exhibition, at the ICA in Miami.ALL that and MORE on THE ONLY ART PODCAST.

Are you looking for flexible study programs in Nepal? This podcast explores the International Center for Academics (ICA) and its role in promoting distance learning in Nepal. We discuss the validity of distance education degrees, the recognition of Open University degrees, and how IGNOU Nepal admission works. With the rise of online degree programs in Nepal, students now have access to affordable higher education without compromising on quality. We also cover BA, BCOM vocational courses in Nepal, the multiple entry and exit program Nepal, and how students can complete their studies at their own pace. Learn about the differences between an Open University vs traditional university, and how Nepal is adapting to the new education policy India Nepal. Discover the curriculum & standards followed by open learning institutions, the structure of assignments & examinations, and the future of online education in Nepal. If you're wondering about the affordability & policies of Open University Nepal, we break down the price range and vision of ICA. Whether you're a working professional or a student seeking flexible higher education in Nepal, this episode provides valuable insights into the best online universities in Nepal.

Episode 464 / Esteban JeffersonEsteban Jefferson was born in New York City in 1989. He received his BA and MFA from Columbia University. He's had solo shows at 303 Gallery, Tanya Leighton in Berlin and Goldsmiths in London. He's had group shows at Hangar Y in Paris, Uncle Brother in Hancock, NY, Herald St in London, the ICA in Miama and more. His work has been featured in Art Monthly, The New York Times, ArtReview, The Brooklyn Rail, Frieze, Art In America, the New Yorker, Artforum and more. 

This Flashback Friday is from episode 262, published last June 9, 2012. Countries around the globe are teetering on the brink of bankruptcy, with our own country no exception. Jason Hartman interviews Dr. Kirk Elliot, Ph.D., investment adviser with ICA, on monetary and fiscal policy and the irresponsibility of governments around the world. Using Greece as an example, Dr. Elliott states that when governments run out of money, they start doing crazy things. The one fundamental issue in Greece is public debt, over which they lost their autonomy and are now under the rules of the EU. Italy, Iceland, Portugal, France and others are on the verge of bankruptcy and due to that, the EU has been unable to bail out Greece. Across the pond in the U.S., we have lost our credit rating and are losing the reserve currency status with a lack of interest in our Treasury bills and notes. The definition of inflation is an increase in the money supply, and price increases are a symptom of inflation. As more money is printed, it loses value and nobody wants it, which is sending the U.S. down the same tube as other countries in economic crisis. People around the world have lost faith in the U.S. dollar and the country's ability to repay its debt. Dr. Elliott says when interest rates go up, it will open a whole new can of worms with the bond market, which will come crashing down hard on retirees and insurance companies. But it's not all doom and gloom. There are counter-cyclical investment strategies that people should take advantage of that are attached to physical assets, such as precious metals and real estate investments (commodities with universal need.) Kirk Elliott has been an investment adviser with ICA in Durango, Colorado since January of 2002 and has been working in the financial services industry since 1994. Dr. Elliott is passionate about educating and equipping his clients with the information they need to safeguard their hard-earned assets. Dr. Elliott earned his Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University. His dissertation is entitled, “An Empirical Identification of an Appropriate Inflation Definition and an Inflation Targeting Monetary Policy.” Dr. Elliott also earned a Master of Arts in International Studies from the University of Denver, and a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Colorado.   Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 261, published last June 9, 2012. Countries around the globe are teetering on the brink of bankruptcy, with our own country no exception. Jason Hartman interviews Dr. Kirk Elliot, Ph.D., investment adviser with ICA, on monetary and fiscal policy and the irresponsibility of governments around the world. Using Greece as an example, Dr. Elliott states that when governments run out of money, they start doing crazy things. The one fundamental issue in Greece is public debt, over which they lost their autonomy and are now under the rules of the EU. Italy, Iceland, Portugal, France and others are on the verge of bankruptcy and due to that, the EU has been unable to bail out Greece. Across the pond in the U.S., we have lost our credit rating and are losing the reserve currency status with a lack of interest in our Treasury bills and notes. The definition of inflation is an increase in the money supply, and price increases are a symptom of inflation. As more money is printed, it loses value and nobody wants it, which is sending the U.S. down the same tube as other countries in economic crisis. People around the world have lost faith in the U.S. dollar and the country's ability to repay its debt. Dr. Elliott says when interest rates go up, it will open a whole new can of worms with the bond market, which will come crashing down hard on retirees and insurance companies. But it's not all doom and gloom. There are counter-cyclical investment strategies that people should take advantage of that are attached to physical assets, such as precious metals and real estate investments (commodities with universal need.) Kirk Elliott has been an investment adviser with ICA in Durango, Colorado since January of 2002 and has been working in the financial services industry since 1994. Dr. Elliott is passionate about educating and equipping his clients with the information they need to safeguard their hard-earned assets. Dr. Elliott earned his Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University. His dissertation is entitled, “An Empirical Identification of an Appropriate Inflation Definition and an Inflation Targeting Monetary Policy.” Dr. Elliott also earned a Master of Arts in International Studies from the University of Denver, and a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Colorado. Dr. Elliott has served as adjunct faculty for Fort Lewis College, Liberty University and Walden University in the areas of Economics, Public Policy, and International Business.   Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

In this episode of The Poetry Exchange, poet Nick Makoha talks with us about the poem that has been a friend to him: 'White Egrets (I)' by Derek Walcott.Nick actually joined us back in 2017 at Pushkin House, London, and we are delighted to be sharing this conversation with you now. It is very special to hear Fiona in this conversation, with all her usual warmth and brilliance.Nick Makoha's latest collection 'The New Carthaginians' is published this month from Allen Lane - you can order/buy your copy here.The event for 'On the Brink of Touch' by Fiona Bennett is on 26th February at The Bedford in Balham, London, and live streamed. We'd love for you to join us, and you can book your places here!Dr Nick Makoha is a Ugandan poet. His new collection is The New Carthaginians published by Penguin UK. Winner of the 2021 Ivan Juritz Prize and the Poetry London Prize. In 2017, Nick's debut collection, Kingdom of Gravity, was shortlisted for the Felix Dennis Prize for Best First Collection and was one of the Guardian's best books of the year. He was the ICA 2023 Writer-in-Residence. He was the 2019 Writer-in-Residence for The Wordsworth Trust and Wasafiri. A Cave Canem Graduate Fellow and Complete Works alumnus. He won the 2015 Brunel African Poetry Prize and the 2016 Toi Derricotte & Cornelius Eady Prize for his pamphlet Resurrection Man. His play The Dark—produced by Fuel Theatre and directed by JMK award-winner Roy Alexander—was on a national tour in 2019. It was shortlisted for the 2019 Alfred Fagon Award and won the 2021 Columbia International Play Reading prize. His poems have appeared in the Cambridge Review, the New York Times, Poetry Review, Poetry Wales, Rialto, Poetry London, TriQuarterly Review, 5 Dials, Boston Review, Callaloo Birmingham Lit Journal and Wasafiri.*********White EgretsBy Derek Walcott I The chessmen are as rigid on their chessboard as those life-sized terra-cotta warriors whose vowsto their emperor with bridle, shield and swordwere sworn by a chorus that has lost its voice;no echo in that astonishing excavation.Each soldier gave an oath, each gave his wordto die for his emperor, his clan, his nation,to become a chess soldier, breathlessly erectin shade or crossing sunlight, without hours – from clay to clay and odourlessly strict.If vows were visible they might see oursas changeless chessmen in the changing lighton the lawn outside where bannered breakers tossand palms gust with music that is time's above the chessmen's silence. Motion brings loss.A sable blackbird twitters in the limes. From White Egrets by Derek Walcott, Faber & Faber 2010. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear from 12 people who attended the ICA meeting in Las Vegas. Last week, Internet Commerce Association held its annual meeting in Las Vegas. On today's show, you'll hear from a dozen people who were at the show. You'll hear from domain investors about what's selling well for them, ICA employees and board members, get […] Post link: Internet Commerce Association Recap – DNW Podcast #520 © DomainNameWire.com 2025. This is copyrighted content. Domain Name Wire full-text RSS feeds are made available for personal use only, and may not be published on any site without permission. If you see this message on a website, contact editor (at) domainnamewire.com. Latest domain news at DNW.com: Domain Name Wire.

Order and disorder, a freeform haze of garbage guitars, shorted electronics, found detritus, collage, linear songs, sounds from strange lands. A freeform flangefest. Today a mix of live, interviews and snippets in memoriam of Mark E Smith, who left us 7 years ago this week.  brianturnershow.com, eastvillageradio.comMARK E. SMITH MEMORIAL SPECIALThe Fall - Totally Wired (Live 1981, a capella, venue unknown)The Fall - Deer Park (City Gardens, Trenton, 1981)The Fall - Copped It (Saturday Live, 1984)The Fall - City Hobgoblins (St. Helens Technical College, 1981)The Fall - Mere Pseud Mag Ed (Biel, Switzerland, 1983)The Fall - Smile (The Tube, 1983)The Fall - 2 x 4 (The Tube, 1983)The Fall - Interview / Bombast (The Tube, 1985)The Fall - Cruisers Creek (The Tube, 1985)The Fall - Hip Priest/Big New Prinz (Edinburgh, 1988)The Fall - Bremen Nacht (Boston, 1988)Adam and Joe - At Mark's House, digging up records in his stash, 1997)The Fall - Telephone Thing (Sydney, 1990)The Fall - Why Are People Grudgeful (Sheffield, 1993)Interview with Michael Bracewell, ICA, 1994The Fall - Blindness (Later with Jools Holland, 2005)The Fall - What About Us (Oslo, 2006)The Fall - Sparta F.C. (Oslo, 2006)The Fall - Wolf Kidult Man (From the Basement, 2008)Von Sudenfed - Flooded (Live Liquid Rooms, Edinburgh, 2007)The Fall - Pacifying Joint (Later with Jools Holland, 2005)The Fall - I Can Hear the Grass Grow (Later with Jools Holland, 2005)

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🐺 Wolfie, el popular DJ de Radio Panamericana del siglo pasado... era Gastón Medina, el periodista asesinado en Ica. Este es el historial de las amenazas que venía sufriendo. 🤑🤑🤑 Cayeron "los Doble Sueldo", congresistas ex militares y ex policía que se beneficiaron a sí mismos con una ley para duplicar sus ingresos. ADEMÁS: Ampay, Milagros Leiva. El método Willax al descubierto. 💆🏻💆🏽‍♀️ ¿Qué son la depresión y la ansiedad encubiertas? ¿Cómo se pueden reconocer? Responde el doctor Pedro Elías. **** ¿Te gustó este episodio? ¿Buscas las fuentes de los datos mencionados hoy? SUSCRÍBETE en http://patreon.com/ocram para acceder a nuestros GRUPOS EXCLUSIVOS de Telegram y WhatsApp. También puedes hacerte MIEMBRO de nuestro canal de YouTube aquí https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP0AJJeNkFBYzegTTVbKhPg/join **** Únete a nuestro CANAL de WhatsApp aquí https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAgBeN6RGJLubpqyw29 **** También estamos en TokyVideo https://www.tokyvideo.com/user/marcosifuentes/videos **** Para más información legal: http://laencerrona.pe

Good writing is the foundation of thought leadership. Whether you choose to write articles online, publish a book, or a combination of both, there's no way around it: writing is an essential skill for any entrepreneur looking to build their authority. Today's guest is here to help you sharpen your storytelling skills.  As the founder of The Institute for Thought Leadership, Rhea Wessel helps entrepreneurs grow their businesses through story smarts. She advises on messaging, AI writing, and finding and articulating your best ideas. As a journalist, Rhea wrote thousands of stories for outlets like the NYT, WSJ, and BBC, and has penned and edited thousands of stories across 30 industries.  Becoming a Thought Leader There's no formula for becoming a thought leader–but there are shortcuts. Writing a book is one of the fastest ways to skyrocket your authority. Publishing a book can help you gain invitations to speak on bigger stages, which leads to more sales, more invitations, and so on. Books can also be repurposed into social media posts, newsletters, and blogs.  Rhea recommends publishing one book per year. If you're just dipping your toe into the thought leadership world, you might want to start with online content. But don't be afraid to pursue bigger publications–one great article could change your business. The 3-Step Process for Thought Leadership Writing The first step in establishing thought leadership is to know your niche. What is your area of expertise and how are you going to distinguish yourself from others in the industry?  Once you're clear on your niche, look for creative ways to frame it. When you're writing about the same topics over and over again, you need fresh ways of framing your ideas. For example, you could repeat the same story, but frame it through the lens of a different audience. If you have more than one ideal customer avatar (ICA), this technique can help you generate new story ideas. The last step is to flesh out your ideas and start writing. Rhea recommends always having an editor or friend review your work. Everything you publish is a reflection of your brand, so quality matters.  Enjoy this episode with Rhea Wessel… Soundbytes 6:47-7:19 “You need to have a writing practice if you're going to be constantly finding new ideas to serve your audience and externalizing those. You need to have ways to take a thought that's just emerging, capture it, and potentially park it for a while until it matures and you're ready to turn that into a piece of intellectual property.”  12:53-13:11 “I am using generative AI daily and It has changed the way I gather information, it's changed the way that I collect it, and also how I write my articles.”  Quotes “Writing is thinking on paper.” “Thought leadership practice lives off intellectual property.” “There are so many great ideas, but they're not being heard.” “I want to help the world's true subject matter experts get their best ideas out there.”  Links mentioned in this episode: From Our Guest Website: http://www.instituteforthoughtleadership.com  Connect with Rhea on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rheawessel/ Write Like a Thought Leader Book: https://getbook.at/WriteLikeThoughtLeader Connect with brandiD Download our free guide to learn 16 crucial website updates that attract more leads and convert visitors into clients: https://thebrandid.com/website-tweaks/ Ready to elevate your digital presence with a powerful brand or website? Contact us here: https://thebrandid.com/contact-form/  

🚨 Ola criminal en Trujillo e Ica. Todo sobre el atentado a los fiscales de La Libertad y el homicidio del periodista Gastón Medina. MIENTRAS TANTO: 🇨🇭Dina se va a Suiza en plena ola criminal... pero la esperan protestas de peruanos en el extranjero. ADEMÁS: Coima de un millón de soles repartidos entre once congresistas. Y... 💰¿Qué pasa si no presento mi declaración jurada? ¿Qué alternativas tengo si se me olvidó? TAMBIÉN: Adiós a Víctor Yaipén. **** ¿Te gustó este episodio? ¿Buscas las fuentes de los datos mencionados hoy? SUSCRÍBETE en http://patreon.com/ocram para acceder a nuestros GRUPOS EXCLUSIVOS de Telegram y WhatsApp. También puedes hacerte MIEMBRO de nuestro canal de YouTube aquí https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP0AJJeNkFBYzegTTVbKhPg/join **** Únete a nuestro CANAL de WhatsApp aquí https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAgBeN6RGJLubpqyw29 **** También estamos en TokyVideo https://www.tokyvideo.com/user/marcosifuentes/videos **** Para más información legal: http://laencerrona.pe

We open the show by getting listener thoughts on broker's fee. Should Mass. take the burden off of renters? GBH executive arts editor Jared Bowen joins to discuss Charles Atlas at the ICA, and the Melania Trump documentary on Amazon.National security analyst Juliette Kayyem discusses the brainwashing effect of the internet and its ability to rewrite history, and Meta removing factchecking.Reggie Ramos, executive director of T4MA, joins former transportation secretary Jim Aloisi to discuss the latest transportation news for the state.Meta is saying “no more” to professional fact-checking on Facebook and Instagram, bowing to the new Trump admin. We ask: are you considering saying “no more” to Facebook and Instagram? Tim Shriver of UNITE joins to discuss the "Dignity Index" and how it can be used to remove contempt in political conversations. Then we talk about fridgescaping -- the act of making the inside of your fridge visually appealing.