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Send a textNobody likes talking about life insurance. It's boring, uncomfortable, and forces you to think about worst-case scenarios. That's exactly why most people avoid it.Aaron breaks down why financial preparedness is just as important as physical preparedness, especially for people in high-risk professions like the military. Too many service members focus on gear, training, or short-term spending while completely ignoring the basic responsibility of protecting their family.This episode is a blunt conversation about maturity, priorities, and why avoiding difficult conversations about money and insurance doesn't make the problem go away. Aaron explains why planning ahead isn't pessimistic—it's part of being a responsible adult and a reliable teammate.If you're serious about building a stable future, this is one of the most important conversations you probably haven't had yet.⏱️ Timestamps00:00 Ones Ready intro 01:05 Why people avoid talking about life insurance 03:40 Financial responsibility in the military 06:20 Why young service members ignore long-term planning 09:10 Protecting your family vs chasing short-term spending 12:00 Hard conversations about risk and responsibility 15:30 Financial preparedness as part of adulthood 18:10 Final thoughts on planning ahead
Summary In this episode of the Be a Smarter Homeowner podcast, Elizabeth Dodson and John Bodrozic discuss the intersection of the insurance industry and HomeZada. They explore how HomeZada provides value to insurance companies and homeowners alike, emphasizing the importance of home inventories, preventative maintenance, and personalized homeowner engagement. The conversation highlights the complexities of the insurance market, the need for customer engagement, and the role of technology in enhancing the homeowner experience. Takeaways HomeZada connects homeowners with insurance companies effectively. The insurance industry is highly saturated, making customer engagement crucial. Home inventories are essential for proper insurance coverage. Preventative maintenance can significantly reduce claims costs. HomeZada's AI technology simplifies the home inventory process. Insurance companies benefit from educating homeowners about their properties. Personalized advice is more effective than generic insurance tips. Homeowners should communicate updates to their insurance companies regularly. Understanding the insurance market structure helps homeowners make informed decisions. A proactive approach to home maintenance leads to better insurance outcomes. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Insurance Industry and HomeZada 02:11 Understanding the Insurance Market Structure 12:33 Value Propositions for Insurance Companies 20:20 Reducing Claims Costs through Preventative Maintenance 26:30 The Importance of Home Inventory 34:20 Conclusion and Future Insights
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Hilary Berning - Gio's Garden On the Unrealistic Timelines of Insurance Companies: "It's a 6 to 9 month process just to get a wheelchair. I really need some way to get my son from point A to point B." Families with special needs children already have some challenges. These families need help and some guidance on where they can get this help. This is where Gio's Garden comes in. Gio's Garden is a one-of-a-kind therapeutic respite center based in Middleton, Wisconsin, and recently expanded to Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. Their essential mission: to provide safe, enriching respite care for children with special needs aged 0–7, giving parents the chance to take a break, run errands, or simply breathe. Hilary Berning shares the struggles many of these families face. From finding a place to care for your child temporarily since you can't just leave your medically complex child with the teenager down the block. Gio's Garden fills that gap with one-on-one care, specially trained staff, and a joyful, home-like atmosphere. Their houses are filled with arts, crafts, sensory rooms, gym equipment, and caring people who “never like to say no” to a family in need. Listen as Hilary explains the needs and complexities of these children and their families and how Gio's Garden is a place that is doing all they can to help these children and their families. Enjoy! Visit at: https://giosgarden.org/ Sponsors: Live Video chat with our customers here with LiveSwitch: https://join.liveswitch.com/gfj3m6hnmguz Some videos have been recorded with Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=james-kademan Podcast Overview: 00:00 "Local, Unique, Community Focused" 06:03 Supporting Families Through CLTS 08:49 Greek Life Fundraising Show 11:10 "Sanfilippo Syndrome Journey Shared" 13:51 "Growth, Funding, and Strategic Planning" 19:18 Franchise Expansion Plans 20:56 Inclusive Childcare and Respite Plan 25:14 Emergency Presidency Amid Crisis 27:07 "Sun Prairie Location Announcement" 30:07 "Navigating a Life-Changing Diagnosis" 35:42 Sun Prairie Studio Renovation Details 38:07 Wiseman Center Connection Insights 40:48 "Planning Ahead for Kids' Safety" 44:38 "New Podcast Venture Launch" 47:10 "Reinventing With Youthful Engagement" 51:00 Nonprofits: Vital, Challenging, Impactful 52:00 Supporting Local Nonprofits Podcast Transcription: Hilary Berning [00:00:00]: Um, because you have the big nationwide organizations, right? Make-A-Wish, Boys and Girls, like they're all over the nation. They've got nationwide people telling them what to do when providing all these things. And then you have organizations like mine, like there's no one else that does this. We are the only one that does it. We're doing it on our own. We are local. We're serving local people. All the money stays here and goes back to the kids. Hilary Berning [00:00:22]: People can really think that through a little bit where we don't have We are local, we're serving local, and we're doing good. Goal and focus on those nonprofits. James Kademan [00:00:35]: You have found Authentic Business Adventures, the business program that brings you the struggle stories and triumph and successes of business owners across the land. Downloadable audio episodes can be found on the podcast link from drawincustomers.com. We are locally underwritten by the Bank of Sun Prairie, and today we're welcoming slash preparing to learn from Hillary Berning of Gio's Garden. So Hillary, how is it going today? Hilary Berning [00:00:58]: I'm good. Thanks for having me. James Kademan [00:01:00]: So let's start with the foundation here. What is Gio's Garden? Hilary Berning [00:01:03]: So Gio's Garden, so we are a respite center. We are located in Middleton, which is our original location, and we recently just opened a new location in Sun Prairie. James Kademan [00:01:11]: Nice. Hilary Berning [00:01:11]: So what we do is we provide therapeutic respite for children with special needs from ages 0 to age 7. So respite means to take a break. So it's really hard for parents of special needs kids to get a break. James Kademan [00:01:23]: Mm-hmm. Hilary Berning [00:01:23]: Because you can't just leave your special needs child with the teenager down the street. So we provide that opportunity for them to come leave their child with us and they can go and have a break. James Kademan [00:01:33]: Nice. So when you say special needs, tell me the gamut there. Hilary Berning [00:01:36]: We will see, um, everyone with, from autism to cerebral palsy to diabetes, to babies who have had strokes in utero to rare genetic disorders. We have kids with seizure disorders, so we kind of really don't say no very often. There's a few higher-grade medical needs that we can't see, like if they would have a tracheostomy or something like that. But otherwise, we don't— our motto is we don't like to say no. James Kademan [00:02:04]: Fair. And what does the care look like? Because I imagine it's not just an empty room. Hilary Berning [00:02:09]: It isn't, no. So our original location in Middleton, it's a house. It's a 100-year-old house. But we have specific rooms set up for different activities. So we have a sensory room. A lot of our kids have sensory sensory issues. So it's a quiet, subdued room where they can go and have quiet time. We have a reading room. Hilary Berning [00:02:26]: We have an arts and craft room. We have a gym that has swings that hang from the ceiling and an indoor play structure that kids can play on. Wow. Um, in Middleton, we also have outdoor, um, fenced-in yards so kids can run around and we have a place, a play structure out there as well. James Kademan [00:02:42]: Okay. I imagine you need people to be there present, right? Hilary Berning [00:02:45]: Absolutely. Yes. James Kademan [00:02:46]: It sounds like you'd need a lot. Hilary Berning [00:02:47]: We need a lot of staff. Yeah. So we provide one-on-one care. Oh, you do? Oh, wow. For every child that's in our care, they have an adult with them. James Kademan [00:02:54]: Okay. Hilary Berning [00:02:55]: So we currently have, including our executive director, 6 full-time employees. And then we have around 24 part-time employees that kind of comes and goes depending on the semester. James Kademan [00:03:06]: Okay. Hilary Berning [00:03:06]: And then we have a ton of volunteers that work with us. We are blessed to be in the Madison area where we have 3 colleges essentially that we can pull from and a lot of students who are going into medical fields or educational fields or occupational therapy or recreational therapy who need experience working with children with special needs. So we're able to provide that opportunity for them. So we're lucky that we have a large pool of students to pull from. James Kademan [00:03:33]: That's amazing. Hilary Berning [00:03:34]: But also means we have a lot of turnover and their availability changes every semester. James Kademan [00:03:38]: So that's just the nature of students. Hilary Berning [00:03:40]: It's just the nature of the, the, our staff that we work with just because we working with students, but we're blessed to have them and we, we give to them just as much as they give to us. James Kademan [00:03:50]: So nice. Hilary Berning [00:03:50]: It's really great. James Kademan [00:03:52]: So I got a lot of questions for you. Hilary Berning [00:03:53]: Nice. James Kademan [00:03:53]: So I'm gonna try to keep on task somehow. How do you let the students know that you exist even as an opportunity for them? Hilary Berning [00:04:00]: So we are on like all the job boards, like through the university and we're well connected within the different disciplines in the universities at Edgewood and at UW and at, is it Madison College? MATC? I don't— sure. James Kademan [00:04:13]: Sounds good. Hilary Berning [00:04:13]: Yeah. Yeah. So we are heavily involved in word word just kind of has gotten out about us and the people. And there's a special program, especially at UW-Madison, where they can get— part of a class credit is to volunteer at organizations. So they know about us. So they send a lot of students our way as well. James Kademan [00:04:29]: Gotcha. I imagine there's an interview process. Hilary Berning [00:04:32]: There is. Yep. There is an interview process. It's not just like, hey, come on in. Yes. There's a background check that we put all of our employees through. And it all varies depending on if you're coming in as a volunteer basis or you're coming in as a paid employee. James Kademan [00:04:44]: Okay. Hilary Berning [00:04:44]: Because your level of Um, if you're coming in as a volunteer, you're kind of paired with a full-time or part-time paid staff member, um, versus we won't just have 6 volunteers and 6 kids in the house at once. We will have paid staff to kind of help balance with that. James Kademan [00:05:01]: All right, let's talk funding. Hilary Berning [00:05:03]: Funding is— with nonprofits, yes, it is. My life revolves around funding quite a bit. James Kademan [00:05:08]: With for-profits, it's a big deal. Hilary Berning [00:05:10]: It really is. Yes. James Kademan [00:05:11]: Tell me a story. The parents of the children, are they paying? Hilary Berning [00:05:15]: They, yes and no. So when we first, when they first started opening Gio's Garden back in 2012 is when they opened their doors. It was a small subset of parents that got together and be like, we need help, we need help. We have special needs kids and there's no one to help us. So they, the idea of Gio's Garden was born. It's named after Charlotte de Lassiter. She used to be on Channel 3 News and her husband, Ron, it's their son Gio. Okay.
Concerns over the spending and investment circularity of the AI Ecosystem between chip makers, hyperscalers and data centers has shifted to a New Circularity, driving credit spreads wider. The New Circularity was initiated by new AI apps hitting software equity valuations and credit spreads, which in turn is feeding into concerns over vehicles exposed to that widening, namely the Broadly Syndicated loan market, the Private Credit market, BDCs and even Insurance Companies. Valuation declines have in turn driven redemption requests which has placed more pressure on credit spreadsParticipants:Jason Mandel (Desk Strategy), Head of Leveraged Finance Desk StrategyJason Daw (Desk Strategy), Head of North America Rates StrategySteven Denny (Desk Strategy), Head of US IG Credit Strategy* Research Analyst opinions are their published views, independent of those expressed by Desk Analysts
Oral Arguments for the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Vega v. GEICO Choice Insurance Company
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What happens when you walk into negotiations with better data than the insurance company? Dirk Derrick built six in-house courtrooms and a 19,000-person juror database to find out. In Episode 400, he explains how his firm uses live focus groups, virtual juror panels, and AI-driven analysis to uncover what cases are actually worth — then shares jury deliberation footage with adjusters to force faster resolutions and higher payouts. The result? Moving from 40 cents on the dollar to 150% average recoveries. You'll learn: How defense jurors drag cases into rabbit holes, and how focus groups expose them early. How to use AI to turn deliberations into juror grades, verdict ranges, and a 25-page strategy report. Why Dirk combines 12 live jurors with 100+ virtual participants to validate value at scale. When to share deliberation footage with adjusters, and how that forces faster decisions. If you like what you hear, hit Subscribe. We do this every week. Buy tickets for PIMCON 2026: pimcon.org Subscribe to our newsletter: newsletter.rankings.io Get Social! Personal Injury Mastermind (PIM) powered by Rankings.io is on Instagram | YouTube | TikTok The information discussed in this podcast is provided to the general public and does not in any manner constitute an attorney‐client relationship between Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers and the listener. While the information in this podcast is about legal issues, it is not intended as legal advice or as a substitute for the particularized advice of your own counsel in your state. Anyone seeking specific legal advice or assistance should retain an attorney
This week I discuss the real possibility that AI Agents could “turn evil” citing the example of Scott Shambaugh, a software engineer, who was attacked by an OpenClaw agent called MJ Rathbun. Just so you understand: Scott is a real person but MJ Rathbun is an AI. Yet MJ took upon itself to openly attack Scott online, presumably for not accepting his open source code. It's a fascinating (ongoing) story, but it begs a bigger question: when a “human” (or agent) has total authority and power, does it then become evil? We saw this in the famous Stanford Prisoner Experiment, at Abu Ghraib, and in other examples I cite. Does this strange human nature translate directly into AI? As you'll hear, these new findings deliver many lessons for our corporate AI systems, and I explain how the issues of AI training, governance, and ethics become real. And this brings up the issue of AI regulation, legal accountability, and who is responsible for these behaviors. Much of this is being played out in real time in the US War Department vs. Anthropic happening in the press as well. Despite my most optimistic opinions about AI, “Power Corrupts” may be a statement that applies to AI just as it does to humans. As AI becomes more embedded in enterprise decision-making, thoughtful governance, ethical design, and continuous monitoring become urgent. Additional Resources An AI Agent Published A Hit Piece on Me The Rise of the Bratty Machines (NYT) When AI Bots Start Bullying Humans, Even Silicon Valley Gets Rattled (WSJ) BBC Finds That 45% of AI Queries Produce Erroneous Answers Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI “red lines” despite clash with Pentagon OpenAI Steps Into The Breach in US War Department Chapters (00:00:00) - Could AI Agents Become Evil?(00:11:11) - AI for Insurance Companies
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Oral Arguments for the Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
Insurance Company of the West v. High Performance Alloys, Inc.
In this special "Best Of" episode of Body Bangin', we are pulling back the curtain on the games insurance companies play and how you can stop losing money to them.The insurance company is in the business of making money, not fixing cars. It puts them in a very different place in the process than it puts you and me. They have policies in place to mitigate their loss as much as possible , but at the end of the day, the liability for the repair falls completely on the shop.This episode is your blueprint for taking your power back, getting paid for the work you do, and protecting your shop from massive liability gaps.What You'll Learn in This Episode:
Luis Suarez is a bilingual restoration educator and technical consultant with over a decade of field experience in water, fire, and mold damage. He is the founder of RestorRight Bilingual Academy, where he focuses on bridging technical knowledge, documentation practices, and field application for restoration professionals and property stakeholders. Luis is known for his work in educating both English and Spanish-speaking communities, promoting ethical restoration practices, and strengthening the connection between science, standards, and jobsite reality. His mission centers on elevating industry professionalism through education, critical thinking, and practical guidance grounded in field experience. Wynn White, P.E., is the Founder and Principal Engineer of Wynn L. White Consulting Engineers, established in 1987. A second-generation engineer with more than 30 years of experience, he has worked with school systems, hospitals, municipalities, utilities, government agencies, and industrial organizations nationwide to help them manage environmental, health, safety, and facility risks while controlling costs. Wynn developed the firm's master specifications for asbestos and mold remediation and serves as Principal Engineer on environmental and engineering projects involving indoor air quality, hazardous materials management, and building-related risk reduction. He is also an accredited training provider who has educated professionals across the country on practical, compliant approaches to environmental and safety challenges. He earned his engineering degree from Purdue University and is a Registered Professional Engineer in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas. Wynn is an active member of professional organizations, including the Louisiana Engineering Society, and is known for delivering practical solutions that prevent and resolve complex building issues. Steven Richford founded Richfords back in 1977. He started cleaning carpets but soon identified a gap in the market for fire and water restoration and never looked back. Richfords Fire and Flood are probably the only independent fire and flood company in the UK working outside of any network and still doing 95% insurance restoration work. Steve is also co-founder of the British Damage Management Association. Ashley Easterby has over 40 years' experience in owner/operator small business in Australia and an extensive understanding of the need to build and maintain successful relationships and strategic alliances to ensure a successful business. In 2002 he was instrumental in the formation of a group of likeminded Water Damage Restoration companies into the leading independent restoration network in Australia. This network provides restoration services with national coverage for the needs of Corporate Clients & Insurance Companies via a transparent, local and cost effective service.
Oral Arguments for the Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
Consolidated Chassis Managemen v. Northland Insurance Company
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This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & The DPC Launch LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ This Dropping Bombs episode features former Marine turned functional medicine PA Courtney Contreras, who's fixing America's broken healthcare system one patient at a time. Courtney exposes why traditional healthcare is failing providers and patients—and reveals her Direct Primary Care (DPC) model disrupting the entire industry. Courtney breaks down functional medicine, hormone optimization secrets doctors miss, and why entrepreneurs without medical licenses can launch multimillion-dollar DPC clinics. Hear how text-access healthcare beats emergency room chaos, the estrogen black box warning scandal, and actionable steps to escape provider burnout or start your own practice. Whether you're an entrepreneur ready to disrupt a broken industry or a high-performer who refuses to settle for mediocre care, this conversation delivers the healthcare freedom everyone deserves.
Victim of the home invasion and police ramming in Sandhurst last October, Trevor, joined Jacqui Felgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Christians often say “Jesus is King,” but live as if someone else has to keep order. Every system promises order. Few ever ask what that order costs. Craig sits down with economist Bob Murphy, author of Chaos Theory, to explore a disruptive question many Christians have never been invited to ask out loud: What if law, safety, and social order didn't require rulers at all? This conversation isn't about voting, parties, or political strategy. It's about discipleship. Craig and Bob wrestle with fear, control, Christian politics, and the quiet assumption that force is necessary to hold a society together. They examine what a voluntary society might look like in real life—how cooperation could replace coercion, why consent matters more than compliance, and what changes when no one gets a special pass to use force “for the greater good.” Along the way, Craig keeps circling back to Jesus. If we wouldn't threaten our neighbor to make things right, why do we trust systems built on threats? And what does it say about our faith when Christian nationalism feels more practical than the Sermon on the Mount? This episode gives listeners language for naming fear, tools for thinking beyond power, and space to ask a deeper question beneath the politics: Do we actually trust the way of Jesus to hold a people together? Their conversation digs into: Why “law and order” feels safe—and what it costs What a voluntary society actually means (and what it doesn't) Contracts, incentives, insurance, and reputation as alternatives to force Why voting isn't the same as consent Fear as a driving force behind Christian politics Christian nationalism as a discipleship problem, not just a political one A simple test: would this be okay if my neighbor did it?
Oral Arguments for the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Campbell v. UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company
Insurance premiums keep rising—but claims are getting denied. So the big question is: does self-insuring actually make sense, or is it a risky move most people misunderstand? In WTB Episode 255, we dive into one of the most controversial chapters of Becoming Your Own Banker: expanding the system and self-insuring. We unpack Nelson Nash's ideas around premiums matching income, infinite banking, and when (or if) it makes sense to self-insure things like automobiles and homes. This episode also tackles the real-world problems people are facing today—denied insurance claims, skyrocketing repair costs, inflation, and misunderstood coverage. We break down the theory and the reality so you can decide what's right for your situation. Key Takeaways: Why insurance companies are denying more claims than ever What Nelson Nash really meant by "self-insuring." The difference between comp & collision vs liability coverage How infinite banking creates a closed-loop financial system Why self-insuring works for some—but not everyone The importance of documentation for homeowners' insurance claims Chapters: (00:00) – Insurance claims denied & rising premiums (01:11) – The infinite banking paradigm explained (02:15) – Becoming your own banker (closed-loop system) (03:38) – Capitalization & financing cars through policies (03:56) – Self-insuring autos & homes: real-world risks (06:01) – Personal property insurance & documentation pitfalls (09:34) – When self-insuring makes sense (and when it doesn't)
MissouriNet's Bill Pollock talks with auto expert David Finkelstein to discuss the trend of car owners not reporting crashes to their insurance company.
Hey CX Nation,In this week's episode of The CXChronicles Podcast #276, we welcomed Todd Breton from Hippo Insurance & Eileen Potter from Smart Communications to talk through CX's role in the insurance industry. Smart Communications is the trusted choice for regulated enterprises looking to modernize complex processes and connect with customers in the moments that matter most. More than 650 enterprises worldwide—including Zurich Insurance, Priority Health, The Pacific Financial Group, and The Bancorp—rely on Smart Communications to reduce compliance risk, boost operational efficiency, lower costs, and fast-track digital transformation that fuels business growth and elevates the customer experience.500,000+ homeowners are insured today by Hippo with 70+ insurance carrier partners to boot. In this episode, Todd, Eileen and Adrian chat through the Four CX Pillars: Team, Tools, Process & Feedback. Plus share some of the ideas that their teams think through on a daily basis to build world class customer experiences.**Episode #276 Highlight Reel:**1. Technology's role in the insurance industry2. How AI is changing the insurance space 3. Why most insurance companies are doubling down on CX4. Relationships still matter for most insurance customers5. The future of insuranceClick here to learn more about Todd BretonClick here to learn more about Eileen PotterClick here to learn more about Smart CommunicationsClick here to learn more about Hippo InsuranceHuge thanks to Todd & Eileen for coming on The CXChronicles Podcast and featuring their work and efforts in pushing the way that customer experience fits inside of the insurance industry in the future. For all of our Apple & Spotify podcast listener friends, make sure you are following CXC & please leave a 5 star review so we can find new members of the "CX Nation". You know what would be even better?Go tell your friends or teammates about CXC's custom content, strategic partner solutions (Hubspot, Intercom, & Freshworks) & On-Demand services & invite them to join the CX Nation, a community of 15K+ customer focused business leaders!Thanks to all of you for being apart of the "CX Nation" and helping customer focused business leaders across the world make happiness a habit!Reach Out To CXC Today!Support the showContact CXChronicles Today Tweet us @cxchronicles Check out our Instagram @cxchronicles Click here to checkout the CXC website Email us at info@cxchronicles.com Remember To Make Happiness A Habit!!
Oral Arguments for the Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
DeSilva v. The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America
Guest: Danielle Clode. The conversation explores eucalyptus regeneration, the complexity of arson, specific vegetation flammability, and the origins of Australia's volunteer fire brigades in insurance companies.1930 AUSTRALIA
It's our (least) favorite time of the year – the March for Life, womp womp womp. AKA, the 100,000 person mega anti-abortion circle jerk in Washington, DC, where harassholes spend some of the coldest days of the year outside, yelling misinformation about abortion pill in the drinking water, fetus Ozempic, and pagan skulls all while staying silent as hell about ICE killing people and detaining children. As always, your Feminist Buzzkills are breaking it all down. GUEST ROLL CALL! Since this one's a doozy, we called in the best infiltrator we know to join us in the fun, AAF's programs director, Kristin Hady! An expert on anti-abortion extremists, Kristin was on the ground at the National Mall for ALL of the bible-humping chaos. This special FBK episode is a meaty recap of the vibes, the messaging and the scary ass forced birth plans they have in store for us in 2026 and beyond, plus some ways to fight back! Times are heavy, but knowledge is power, y'all. We gotchu. OPERATION SAVE ABORTION: You can still join the 10,000+ womb warriors fighting the patriarchy by clicking HERE to for past Operation Save Abortion trainings, your toolkit, marching orders, and more. HOSTS:Lizz Winstead IG: @LizzWinstead Bluesky: @LizzWinstead.bsky.socialMoji Alawode-El IG: @Mojilocks Bluesky: @Mojilocks.bsky.social SPECIAL GUEST:Kristin Hady NEWS LINKS:WATCH: The March for LifeAnti-Abortion Super Cute Dresses WebsiteThe Heritage Foundation Wants to Send American Women Back Half a CenturySTUDY: Saving America by Saving the Family: A Foundation for the Next 250 YearsUsha Vance and JD Vance, Pronatalism's Poster Couple, Are Having a 4th KidFlawed Report Aims to Undercut Established Research on Abortion Pill Safety, Plus How a Federal Initiative to Study Autism May Overemphasize Environmental ToxinsTrump Asks Federal Court to Hit Pause on Abortion Pill Case, Citing Ongoing Study EPISODE LINKS:TICKETS: Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy TourADOPT-A-CLINIC: Whole Woman's Health in MinnesotaWhole Woman's Health WebsitePlan C PillsOperation Save AbortionExpose Fake ClinicsBUY AAF MERCH!EMAIL your abobo questions to The Feminist BuzzkillsAAF's Abortion-Themed Rage Playlist FOLLOW US:Listen to us ~ FBK PodcastInstagram ~ @AbortionFrontBluesky ~ @AbortionFrontTikTok ~ @AbortionFrontFacebook ~ @AbortionFrontYouTube ~ @AbortionAccessFront TALK TO THE CHARLEY BOT FOR ABOBO OPTIONS & RESOURCES HERE!PATREON HERE! Support our work, get exclusive merch and more! DONATE TO AAF HERE!ACTIVIST CALENDAR HERE!VOLUNTEER WITH US HERE!ADOPT-A-CLINIC HERE!GET ABOBO PILLS FROM PLAN C PILLS HERE! When BS is poppin', we pop off! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
FOX 11's Marla Tellez joins Randy to talk about LA County's probe into the actions of state farm and the inactions of Ricardo LaraSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
TOP STORIES - Bill to rein in Florida insurer payments to affiliates could lower bills, Florida loses its rank as the best place to retire, Ileana Garcia criticizes ICE tactics in war of words with Stephen and Katie Miller, Florida House subcommittee moves to name Palm Beach International Airport after Trump.
TOP STORIES - Bill to rein in Florida insurer payments to affiliates could lower bills, Florida loses its rank as the best place to retire, Ileana Garcia criticizes ICE tactics in war of words with Stephen and Katie Miller, Florida House subcommittee moves to name Palm Beach International Airport after Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The thing we'd been warned about with climate change has now happened - AA Insurance has stopped offering new insurance policies for Westport because of the risk of flooding. At the very end of last year, AA Insurance wrote to the Buller District mayor advising that the company would be putting a - what they call temporary - stop to new insurance policies for properties in the 7825 postcode, which includes Westport, Carters Beach, and Cape Foulwind. If you listen to the experts, this is just the start. It's already happening in flood‑risk towns in Australia, it's now happened here, and it will keep happening until these towns find ways to keep themselves safe through measures like flood defences. You don't need me to tell you what this is going to do to property prices. They're only going in one direction - down. Not least because you need insurance to take out a mortgage. And you know what happens next, people start putting pressure on the Government to bail them out from dropping property values. They want the Government to buy their houses. They want the Government to provide insurance. Because that's what we always do when things go wrong, we turn to the Government to bail us out. But the Government absolutely should not bail out anyone. Not just because the country cannot afford it - if every homeowner who loses insurance cover because of climate change in the coming decades, or who needs to be bought out for the same reason asks for help, it will cost the country billions of dollars we simply do not have. But also because, as harsh as it sounds, if an insurance company will no longer cover your house, maybe your house should not be where it is. Maybe the insurance companies are doing us a favour by forcing us to make decisions we've been avoiding. We've been dragging our heels on this stuff for decades. But you can't argue with the market. We are still building in the wrong places - but you can't argue with the market. If insurers won't cover it, taxpayers absolutely should not. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Experts are predicting AA Insurance's decision to temporarily stopped offering new home insurance policies in Westport could be the first on many.
Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with personal injury attorney Aaron to discuss the staggering financial risks facing motor carriers today. From the rise of "nuclear verdicts" to the legal traps that can leave small fleets personally liable, we break down why the industry is currently under-insured and over-exposed.We dive deep into the legal and insurance mechanisms that every owner-operator and fleet manager needs to understand to survive in today's litigious environment.The "Reptile Theory" Explained: How plaintiff attorneys leverage jury emotions and anger against corporations to spark massive, "nuclear" awards.Get in Touch with Aaron Setareh,Instagram handle: attorney_aaronEmail: ars@bdj.comWebsite: bdj.com The $750k Insurance Trap: Why the federal minimum liability limit—set in the 1980s—is dangerously outdated compared to modern medical costs and life care plans.MCS-90 & Underreporting Drivers: The severe consequences of misleading your insurer, including the right of the insurance company to seek reimbursement directly from you.Joint and Several Liability: A terrifying reality where you can be held responsible for 100% of the damages even if you were only minimally at fault.The "Get Your Own Lawyer" Warning: What it means when your insurance company tells you to hire independent counsel00:00 – Meet Attorney Aaron: An introduction to Aaron and his personal injury practice in California and Nevada. 01:00 – What are Nuclear Verdicts?: Discussing the massive jury awards and how "Reptile Theory" is used to spark them. 02:53 – Why Trucking Premiums are Skyrocketing: The impact of rising medical costs and underreporting drivers. 04:00 – The Outdated $750k Minimum: Why federal insurance limits haven't kept pace with modern expenses. 06:45 – The Reality of a Pile-up: How a single multi-vehicle accident can instantly swallow a $750,000 policy. 09:20 – The "Mom and Pop" Risk: Why small fleets are particularly vulnerable to total bankruptcy. 10:30 – Denied Coverage & Bad Faith: What happens when an insurance carrier denies a claim due to unreported drivers. 14:40 – Insurance Companies on the Attack: Why insurers fight claims aggressively to protect their own policy limits. 15:30 – "Get Your Own Lawyer": What it means for your exposure when your insurer tells you to hire independent counsel. 19:40 – The MCS-90 Endorsement: Explaining how this federal requirement can lead to the insurer suing the trucking company for reimbursement. 25:35 – Joint and Several Liability: The "legal trap" where you pay for damages even if the accident wasn't your fault. 28:30 – Case Study: A real-world example of how low liability limits and joint liability devastated a claim in 2002.Support the show
How big is the fraud? Bigger than anyone wants to admit.
In this episode, we break down how money actually moves in the insurance-based PT and OT world, why so many clinicians and clinic owners feel financially stuck, and how the landscape has quietly but dramatically changed over the last 20 years.We cover:How insurance companies make money — and why they're incentivized to pay out as little as possibleThe reality of declining reimbursement and rising administrative costsWhy clinic owners feel squeezed from both sidesWhy clinicians deserve raises — and why insurance doesn't support that realityHow this system unintentionally pushes clinics toward lower-quality care modelsMost importantly, we talk about why the rise of cash-based care isn't a trend — it's a correction.Cash-based models:Allow small, independent clinics to survive and thrive againCreate real earning upside for skilled cliniciansRestore transparency and accountability in careExist in every healthcare system — including countries with universal healthcareThis episode isn't about villainizing anyone. It's about understanding the system we're operating in — so we can make better, more informed decisions about our careers, our clinics, and our patients.
Oh yeah. This week we're diving into the Somali daycare fraud that's got everyone talking, ICE operations gone sideways, and Ed Krassenstein's absolutely retarded take on physics. Plus, Keir Starmer's trying to cancel democracy in the UK, Trump drops his "Great Healthcare Plan," and we pay tribute to Scott Adams. Spoiler: we still don't know if he lived in LA. Also, turns out body cams were the worst thing that ever happened to the anti-cop movement. Who knew? CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro & Trump's Testosterone Levels 03:00 - Somali Daycare Fraud Exposed 09:20 - ICE Shooting Breakdown & Risk Analysis 16:34 - Ed Krassenstein vs. Basic Physics 19:26 - Keir Starmer Cancels UK Elections 22:50 - Venezuela Coup (Wait, What?) 26:18 - Trump's Great Healthcare Plan 34:00 - Government Fraud: It's Everywhere 38:44 - RIP Scott Adams 40:48 - Body Cams: Activists' Worst Enemy Krassenstien: you get internal organ injuries from firing a pistol with one hand hahaha https://x.com/tarchcast/status/2011559925684809984?s=46 Starner cancels thousands of elections https://x.com/wil_da_beast630/status/2011707759293841901?s=46 Trump announces: The Great Healthcare Plan https://x.com/WhiteHouse/status/2011833504452002121?s=20 Get access to all of our bonus audio content, livestreams, behind-the-scenes segments and more for as little as $5 per month by joining the Lions of Liberty Pride on Patreon OR support us on Locals! Check out our merchandise at the Lions of Liberty Store for all of our awesome t-shirts, mugs and hats! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Shouvik Paul, COO, CopyleaksIn this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Integrity4EducationYOUR cohost is Thomas Fetsch, CEO, Integrity4EducationYOUR host is Elvin FreytesHow is CopyLeaks (named #153 on Inc. 5000 in 2025) bringing enterprise grade AI technology used by Bloomberg, Forbes, BBC & 450 plus companies to over 500 educational institutions & why are 10 to 15 universities switching to them monthly?How does Copyleaks' AI technology achieve 99.8% accuracy by analyzing word clusters like "attuned to these fluctuations" (used 102,000 times by AI vs 14 times by humans in 1 million papers) & patterns of usage rather than just flagging individual submissions?How does the AI source match database work to show professors side by side comparisons of student work against already published AI generated content & why does Shouvik say you need the human in the loop to make final academic integrity decisions?Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Want to get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content to help support the show? Become an #EdUp Premium Member today!
Most patients don't trust insurance—they just don't want to waste it. In this episode, Naren Arulrajah and Don Adeesha reveal how to build a dental practice that earns real patient trust from the very first phone call. Learn how to shift the conversation away from copays and toward care, connection, and long-term loyalty. Book your free marketing strategy meeting with Ekwa at your convenience. Plus, at the end of the session, get a free analysis report to find out where your practice stands online. It's our gift to you! https://www.lessinsurancedependence.com/marketing-strategy-meeting/ If you're looking to boost your case acceptance rates and enhance patient communication, you can schedule a Coaching Strategy Meeting with Gary Takacs. With his experience in helping practices thrive, Gary will work with you on personalized coaching, ensuring you and your team are prepared to present treatment plans confidently, offer financing options, and communicate the value of essential dental services. https://thrivingdentist.com/csm
What's it like to lose everythign in a wildfire? A KNX reporter knows first-hand, and draws us into her heartbreaking story as KCBS reports on insurance company moves to remove coverage in some states and WWL reports on Chevron fighting a $74 million payout for alleged destruction of wetlands.
What's it like to lose everythign in a wildfire? A KNX reporter knows first-hand, and draws us into her heartbreaking story as KCBS reports on insurance company moves to remove coverage in some states and WWL reports on Chevron fighting a $74 million payout for alleged destruction of wetlands.
What's it like to lose everythign in a wildfire? A KNX reporter knows first-hand, and draws us into her heartbreaking story as KCBS reports on insurance company moves to remove coverage in some states and WWL reports on Chevron fighting a $74 million payout for alleged destruction of wetlands.
What's it like to lose everythign in a wildfire? A KNX reporter knows first-hand, and draws us into her heartbreaking story as KCBS reports on insurance company moves to remove coverage in some states and WWL reports on Chevron fighting a $74 million payout for alleged destruction of wetlands.
What's it like to lose everythign in a wildfire? A KNX reporter knows first-hand, and draws us into her heartbreaking story as KCBS reports on insurance company moves to remove coverage in some states and WWL reports on Chevron fighting a $74 million payout for alleged destruction of wetlands.
What's it like to lose everythign in a wildfire? A KNX reporter knows first-hand, and draws us into her heartbreaking story as KCBS reports on insurance company moves to remove coverage in some states and WWL reports on Chevron fighting a $74 million payout for alleged destruction of wetlands.
In episode #141 of the Work Comp Talk podcast, host Carmen Ramirez welcomes special guest Almarie Rodriguez, Director of Intake at Pacific Workers. With years of hands-on experience, Almarie explains why the first 72 hours after a work injury in California can determine your medical care, your benefits, your settlement, and your future, and what you must do immediately to protect yourself. This episode reveals the truth: your case does not begin when you hire an attorney. It begins the moment you get injured, because the system is not designed to protect you; it is designed to document you. Takeaways: Most injured workers lose their case before realizing it. The first 72 hours after an injury are crucial. Reporting your injury immediately can protect your rights. Your first doctor's visit sets the tone for your case. Be honest about your pain to avoid complications later. Pre-existing conditions can complicate claims but don't negate them. Document everything to strengthen your case. Insurance companies may not have your best interests at heart. Seek help from professionals to navigate the system. Don't let fear of intimidation stop you from reporting injuries. Chapters: 00:00 Understanding Workers' Compensation in California 02:19 The Importance of Reporting Injuries 07:36 Navigating the Medical Process After Injury 15:44 Common Mistakes and Misconceptions 21:03 Dealing with Pre-existing Conditions 25:29 Rights of Workers Under the Table 28:41 Final Thoughts and Resources This episode is sponsored by Pacific Workers, The Lawyers for Injured Workers, the trusted workers' compensation law firm in Northern California. With over 10,000 cases won and more than $350 million recovered for injured workers, we are here to help if you've suffered a workplace injury. Visit our FAQ and blog for more resources: https://www.pacificworkers.com/blog/ Follow Us on Social Media for More Content!
Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks to Sen. Marsha Blackburn about end-of-year battles in Washington and her push to pass the National Defense Authorization Act; how Democrats have used Biden-era Obamacare subsidies to lie to the public about the actual cost of Obamacare how Obamacare subsidies primarily help health insurance company profits; how the Kids' Online Safety Act could truly protect children from Big Tech and social media platforms; why she's running for Tennessee governor; and much more. Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ --------- Today's Sponsors: Recharge - The Wellness Company has a way to stay focused, energized, and mentally resilient. This doctor-formulated nutraceutical is the first to combine methylene blue with Urolithin A, creating a unique formula designed to optimize mitochondrial function, improve energy, and elevate cognitive performance. Rubin Report viewers get 15% off plus FREE shipping at checkout when they use code: RUBIN. Go to: https://TWC.health/RUBIN and use CODE: RUBIN
What really happens after a car accident when the police leave and the insurance company starts calling? Most people never think about it until it's too late. The paperwork. The phone calls. The pressure to say the wrong thing. The lowball offers. The quiet panic when bills start piling up and nobody is explaining your rights. You're told help is on the way, but it feels like the system is working against you. Studio Sponsor: Cardio Miracle - "Unlock the secret to a healthier heart, increased energy levels, and transform your cardiovascular fitness like never before.": CardioMiracle.com/TBNS In this episode, Brian Nichols sits down with David Lever, a veteran personal injury attorney who has spent decades fighting insurance companies on behalf of everyday people. They pull back the curtain on how claims really work, why insurers delay and deny even obvious cases, and what you must do immediately after an accident to protect yourself. This is not theory or legal jargon. This is real-world advice that could save you financially, medically, and mentally when the unthinkable happens. ❤️ Order Cardio Miracle (CardioMiracle.com/TBNS) for 15% off and take a step towards better heart health and overall well-being!
Andrew Buffolino is a sales leader, remote team builder, and content creator who empowers young entrepreneurs to develop discipline, direction, and lasting success. As the leader of The People's Insurance Company, Andrew specializes in final expense and IUL insurance solutions, pioneering a scriptless and emotionally driven approach to sales. Fueled by his faith and commitment to personal growth, Andrew creates daily content on leadership, mindset, and entrepreneurship—coaching agents to overcome the chaos of sales, handle rejection, and unlock their full potential inside and outside the business world. In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Andrew Buffolino joins Robert Plank to reveal how agents and entrepreneurs can thrive by building discipline, practicing scriptless selling, and anchoring mindset to consistent growth (not just immediate results). Andrew shares lessons from overcoming setbacks—like team turnover and debt—explains how to train resilient sales teams, and demonstrates how leadership is about transferring beliefs and building independent, motivated cultures. Listeners will learn why faith and self-mastery are essential, how to manage time, and practical ways to create momentum for lifelong skills and business growth. Quotes: “Your internal life is a mirror of your external life.”“Leadership is just a transfer of beliefs and a transfer of mindset.”“My mindset is not linked to results. It's linked to consistency in something outside of what I'm working on.” Resources: Visit Andrew Buffolino's Website Connect with Andrew Buffolino on LinkedIn
This episode sponsored by Doug Blevins Agency LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this eye-opening Dropping Bombs episode, Million Dollar Round Table qualifier Doug Blevins exposes the insurance industry's dirty secrets—like why your state minimum $25K coverage is a financial death sentence. Operating his white-glove agency, Doug reveals how relationship-driven service crushes transactional competitors and why most consumers are dangerously underinsured on autos, homes, and valuables. Doug breaks down the frameworks: endorsing watches, rings, and firearms on homeowner policies, umbrella coverage essentials, and why you can't optimize your business until you optimize yourself (peptides, TRT, and discipline included). From building culture over chasing volume to treating clients like relationships instead of transactions, this conversation delivers practical strategies any entrepreneur can steal. If you're ready to stop getting hustled by coverage gaps and learn how local domination scales, this episode is your wake-up call.
With Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire at the end of the month, millions of Americans could soon see their monthly health insurance premiums spike. Republicans say they have new ideas to rein in healthcare costs, while Democrats argue those proposals fall short and COVID-era subsidies should be extended. Paragon Health Institute President Brian Blase joins the Rundown to explain why he says Obamacare subsidies should expire, what could actually help bring down health care costs, and why he says the ACA has failed to help patients and only made insurance companies richer. A House vote is scheduled for today on the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which sets spending and policy priorities for the United States military. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE), a member of the Armed Services Committee, joins to discuss passing the NDAA, why America needs to invest big money in the Golden Dome and space defense, and why she supports President Trump's attacks on drug boats in the Caribbean. Plus, commentary from FOX News contributor, Joe Concha Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thanksgiving is upon us and the expense can get crazy. Clark shares ways to spend less on the family feast. Later - you may be charged more when purchasing online because of the WAY you shop, among other factors. How do you know you're getting the best price? Clark explains “surveillance pricing” and money saving tricks of the trade. Plus, at the very end of the podcast Clark has an important tip for Medicare Advantage plan holders. Save On Thanksgiving Dinner: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Savvy Shopping Online: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Aldi's Thanksgiving dinner is just $4 per person The Best Deals of Aldi's Middle Aisle in November #1 Way To Protect Yourself From Credit Card Skimmers Is a HELOC a Good Idea? The Simple Answer How To Get the Best Price Possible Shopping Online How To Use Camelcamelcamel Clark Deals - Laptops Booking a Cruise? Here Are 5 Ways To Do It for Less Don't miss out on the early Christmas gift from your Insurance Company when your Medicare Advantage (MA) plan gets canceled.Clark.com resources: Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, we tackle the aftermath of Halloween and dive into the pressing political landscape as elections approach. Congressman Mark Harris joins us to discuss the ongoing government shutdown and the implications of subsidies, shedding light on how they benefit insurance companies rather than the average American. We also explore the remarkable findings from a recent study on nutrition and its impact on our biological age, featuring insights on the benefits of Field of Greens with our partners from Brickhouse Nutrition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.