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Edmund Fitton-Brown. The U.S. continues a naval blockade intended to reduce Iran to bankruptcy, as Tehranmaintains "impossible demands" regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Edmund Fitton-Brown suggests while Russia and China provide intelligence and resupply, they are unlikely to take serious risks to save the regime. Ultimately, the conflict may depend on national patience, with the U.S. capable of sustaining pressure until the Iranian leadership is forced to compromise. (12)1990 YEMEN

There's a version of "authentic" that's just an excuse to be obnoxious. Amy Houk isn't that version.Amy is the president of National Lien Services and RSC Preliminary Lien Services and joins Jesse to talk about turning 50 and how that moment changed everything: she stopped caring about most things and started caring a lot more about the things that mattered.She gets real about the line between authenticity and being difficult, why she owns her role in conflict instead of playing the victim, and the apology she almost didn't give (but did). They also dig into saying the quiet part out loud, why boundaries beat manipulation every time, and how to spot a narcissistic dynamic before it costs you.Then Amy pulls back the curtain on the side of construction most people ignore until it's too late — protecting your payments and mitigating risk before a project turns into a collections nightmare.Listen now, and find Amy online for more on risk, contracts, and getting paid what you're owed.https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyhouk/  00:00 Not Too Much00:18 Meet Amy Houck02:59 Desert Whales Icebreaker04:49 Writing Like Yourself06:23 Authenticity As Brand09:20 Finding Courage At Fifty09:54 Mom The Powerhouse12:19 Shout Out Segment13:13 Authentic Not Obnoxious18:01 Men Versus Boys18:19 Gen X Follow Up Email22:24 Truth With Kindness25:16 Narcissism Talk29:41 What Lien Services Do32:31 Leading By Educating34:32 Monthly Live Webinars35:24 Respecting Construction Risk37:37 Ranch Roots Work Ethic39:07 Service Driven Leadership42:10 Authenticity And Influence45:02 Posers And Being Enough47:37 Honesty With Responsibility49:06 Narcissist Fallout Lesson53:29 How To Start Authentic58:31 Promise To Stay Open01:02:32 Where To Find AmyLets leave the Construction Industry Better than We Found It https://www.depthbuilder.com/construction-leadership-lab Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

Retail participation in Asia is not just significant — in many markets, it's dominant. In this episode of Making Sense, Eloise Goulder, head of the Data Assets and Alpha Group at J.P. Morgan, sits down with Clare Witts, head of APAC Equity Market Structure, to chart the rise of retail investing and its effect on liquidity and market performance. Witts offers her perspective on concentration in single stocks, retail appetite for ETFs and derivatives, and how Asian exchanges are responding to this powerful phenomenon.   This episode was recorded on June 26, 2026.  The podcast's views do not necessarily reflect those of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co or its affiliates (together “J.P. Morgan) and are not from J.P. Morgan's Research Department. They do not constitute recommendations or offers to buy or sell securities. Intended for institutional and professional investors, not retail use, it is for informational purposes only. Products and services mentioned may not suit all investors or be available in all jurisdictions. J.P. Morgan may make markets and trade in discussed securities and asset classes. Visit www.jpmorgan.com/disclosures/salesandtradingdisclaimer for more disclaimers and regulatory disclosures. External speakers' opinions are personal and not J.P. Morgan's views. © 2026 JPMorgan Chase & Company. All rights reserved.

If you have been listening to our Working As Intended series, and you have been quietly wondering "if lawyers were never trained in what my children need, and I have to bring all of that myself, do I even need a lawyer at all?" - this episode is the rest of the answer.Danielle opens with information that she hasn't shared on the podcast before - the fact that when she was dragged into the court system all those years ago, there was not a lot of money for lawyers. Her stepfather (the person who, in any other circumstances, would have been the ally every self-representing parent hopes to have) was a family law specialist for his entire forty-year career, but could not help her because he was living with an illness that was taking him rapidly from the family. This episode is what she has learned from being on both sides of the self-representation conversation ever since.The episode walks honestly through who actually self-represents in Australian family court, and why access to legal representation in this country is distributed by wealth in a way that should be a source of national shame. It names the category error at the heart of the entire current market - that understanding the legal process is not the same as understanding what to seek within it, and that what to seek is not a legal question at all. It walks through the four capacities self-representation actually requires - time, emotional, nervous system, and educational - most of which are invisible to the products currently being marketed and sold to people navigating separation and divorce. It names the specific trap of guns blazing self-representation, where the absence of a lawyer's tempering influence becomes exposure rather than freedom. And it lands the strategic middle position that most protective parents actually need to be in: "I have a lawyer, and I know how to use them - because I also have a coach."This is also the episode where Danielle positions the Post-Separation Parenting Blueprint directly. Not as a legal-navigation product. Rather, as the knowledge, capacity and advocacy layers that answer the questions that no legal-education product can answer - because it is not a legal question. And it is where she owns, clearly and unapologetically, why not being a lawyer is a strength of her work rather than a stumbling block.The Post-Separation Parenting Blueprint is the structured way through this work - built for protective parents equipping themselves with the substance the legal profession was never required to have. AI Danielle is available any time, any hour. Both at danielleblackcoaching.com.auSupport: If you are in Australia and need to talk to someone, 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) is available 24/7. In an emergency, call 000.Explore the supports offered by Danielle Black CoachingThe Post-Separation Parenting Blueprint™

Feedback is optional. Performance isn't.Most managers default to soft, vague feedback, the "poo-poo sandwich" of compliment, critique, compliment, because it feels safe. But feedback is suggestive by nature, appropriate for social settings or volunteer environments where the stakes are low. Performance conversations are different. They require clarity, accountability, and follow-through.This episode breaks down a 3-part framework for having real performance conversations:Anchor language — Use words that stick: if there is a failure, or expectations not met. Vague language gets forgotten. Anchor language gets remembered.Explicit consequences — Name what happens next: reassignment, termination. Ambiguity protects no one.Resources and support — Pair the hard conversation with a real path forward: tools, check-ins, and support to close the gap.Two examples bring the framework to life: a 90-day team member and a third-year apprentice, both of whom turned performance around after clear expectations, defined tool requirements, weekly check-ins, and stated consequences were put on the table.The result isn't a harder conversation; it's a clearer one. And clarity is what actually changes behavior.Lets leave the Construction Industry Better than We Found It https://www.depthbuilder.com/construction-leadership-lab Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

What You Say is Not What They Hear What is the Difference Between Your Intended and Unintend Message? Episode 313 (Solo show featuring George Torok) In this episode we explore: why your whole message includes more than the words you intend to send four reasons your intended message might not get through why clarity in your head does not guarantee clarity for the listener how beliefs and past experiences filter what people hear how emotional state changes the meaning people receive why setting and delivery method influence interpretation how recent events can reshape audience receptiveness why unintended messages act like static around your main point how vocabulary and grammar influence credibility how body language can contradict spoken words how pace, pitch and inflection alter meaning why missing information can distract listeners how audience engagement strengthens communication how to reduce unintended messages before they sabotage your intended message ----- Your Host, George Torok: Is known as the Speech Coach for Executives because he's been coaching executive leaders to convey their messages with more confidence and success for 30 years. For 19 years, he hosted the radio show, Business in Motion, interviewing over 600 business and community leaders. As host of the podcast, Your Intended Message, he has interviewed communication specialists from 16 countries. George is co-author of the national bestseller, Secrets of Power Marketing, and contributed to 12 other books. His articles have been featured in magazines around the world, and he's written over 2,000 blog posts. An adventurer, he's visited over 30 countries on five continents and has run 12 marathons. ----- Key Lessons from this episode: Your whole message includes both the message you intend to send and the unintended messages that travel with it. Clarify your message before you speak. A message that feels clear in your head might become confusing when converted into words. Your intended message can fail because people were not listening, did not understand you or did not believe you. Communication requires several translations: from the thoughts in your head, into words, through the listener's filters and finally into meaning in their mind. Your audience filters your message through beliefs, past experiences, emotional state, setting, perspective and recent events. Recent experiences can influence how people receive your next message. An unresolved issue might block acceptance of a new idea. Unintended messages create communication static that can blur, weaken or contradict what you meant to convey. Vocabulary and grammar send messages about clarity, credibility and professionalism beyond the literal meaning of your words. Body language and voice can support your intended message or create doubt when they conflict with your words. The method of delivery matters. Email, phone, video, coffee conversation and boardroom discussion each shape how a message is received. Missing information can distract listeners when you raise a question but fail to answer it. Audience engagement strengthens the message. Reading slides or text can weaken connection and reduce attention. Distractions exist in the room, on the screen and inside the listener's mind. Effective communicators pay attention not only to what they intend to say, but also to the unintended messages attached to their delivery. ----- ----more---- Your Intended Message is the podcast about how you can boost your career and business success by honing your communication skills. We'll examine the aspects of how we communicate one-to-one, one to few and one to many – plus that important conversation, one to self. In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.   Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He's fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.   Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com https://superiorpresentations.net/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskill  

Mary and Andrew start with a deeper dive into the Supreme Court's decision to allow the removal of Temporary Protected Status designations from over 330,000 immigrants from Haiti and Syria — a consequential ruling that affects TPS holders well beyond those who brought the case, leaving over a million people vulnerable to removal. As Andrew notes, this case was based on two claims: one being a statutory challenge that DHS didn't follow the procedures set out by Congress, and the other a constitutional equal protection claim that this TPS status removal was “motivated in part by race” — both of which were struck down 6-3. Then, a look at Trump's latest retribution efforts including the heavy sentences doled out over a protest that ended in a shooting outside the ICE Prairieland Detention Center inTexas one year ago; a felony indictment of former Olympian David Hearn for allegedly tearing part of the liner of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool; and former CIA Director John Brennan going on offense to challenge the DOJ's investigation into him. Plus, Mary and Andrew analyze the DOJ's response to a “show cause” order to unredact some of the Epstein files in a lawsuit filed by journalist Katie Phang. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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California's slow vote count has been blamed partly on changes the state made to make it easier to vote. For more on this topic, KCBS Radio news anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Bradley Henderson built a company that bridges the field-office gap in construction, but the story of how he got there is the one worth hearing. Plumb Line Operations founder and field worker advocate Bradley Henderson joins Jesse to talk about the personal cost of traveling construction work, what addiction and prison taught him about radical ownership, and why he now builds a "second chance" lane connecting skilled workers with structured employers. Jesse opens up about his own 10 years of sobriety as the two get honest about the long road from victim mentality to accountability and what it really looks like to make amends and turn your worst chapter into your purpose.00:00 Turning Pain Into Magic00:14 Meet Bradley Henderson01:34 The Toll of Travel Work04:31 LinkedIn Style and Accountability05:37 Addiction Prison and Ownership07:52 Sobriety and Compounding Change11:47 Shoutout and Viktor Frankl Lesson14:14 Owning Mistakes in the Field16:04 Rebuilding After a Record19:49 From Manipulation to Influence22:02 Rehab Story and Shame Release24:28 Sharing the Shame24:52 Why the Rooms Work26:30 Turning Pain Into Help27:27 Owing It Forward28:57 Making Amends for Real35:03 Gratitude and Second Chances36:42 Building a Coaching Calling38:02 Second Chance Workforce PlanLets leave the Construction Industry Better than We Found It https://www.depthbuilder.com/construction-leadership-lab Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

You are, not today, not tomorrow, a self-made person.  You are accountable to God for what you permit to invade your life.  His grace and mercy will hold you on course, every day.  

In this video, Brandy shares powerful insights for self-healing, and personal empowerment! Also, if you'd like to go deeper, there is a free Free Mind-body Healing training deep dive training you can access here. https://brandygillmore.com/mind-body-training Understanding how emotional patterns are formed can be one of the most powerful steps toward creating lasting healing and resilience. In this episode, Brandy explores an often-overlooked aspect of emotional development and explains why simply encouraging children to talk about their feelings may not always be enough. You'll discover why feeling heard is essential—but why what happens next can have an even greater impact. Through powerful real-life examples and practical insights, Brandy explains how the subconscious mind creates emotional associations, how well-intentioned responses can sometimes reinforce unhealthy emotional patterns, and one simple question that can help children begin creating healthier emotional programming. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why listening is important—but not the final step. • How emotional patterns can become reinforced without anyone realizing it. • Why the subconscious mind responds to association. • A simple question that can help children begin shifting their emotional state. • Practical insights to help raise emotionally resilient children. Whether you're working on your own healing, supporting a child, or simply wanting to better understand how the mind works, this episode offers a fresh perspective that may transform the way you think about emotional healing. -- Important Note: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a replacement for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please continue to consult your doctor or qualified healthcare provider as recommended. Click here to view our full disclaimer- https://brandygillmore.com/terms/. © Brandy Gilmore / Human Potential Revolution, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This content, including the audio, voice, likeness, transcript, and all associated materials, may not be reproduced, distributed, stored, used, or incorporated into artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, or derivative technologies without prior written permission. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.

The Upper Payment Limit (UPL) program was established to support city and county-operated nursing homes by providing enhanced Medicaid payments for nursing home residents residing in those homes. Although the program was created with good intentions, over time concerns have arisen that some cities, counties, and states exploit loopholes to redirect these enhanced payments, originally intended for residents, toward unrelated purposes. In Utah, the UPL program has come under intense scrutiny in the past year. Advocates revealed that several city and county-run hospitals had acquired licenses for nearly two-thirds of all nursing homes in the state, more beds than there are residents in their areas. These hospitals then contracted private companies to operate these facilities. Investigative reports uncovered that funds meant for patient care were frequently diverted to unrelated projects, such as community health centers. A recent report by the Auditor General revealed that out of nearly $1 billion in UPL payments made between 2016 and 2024, only 49% were actually used by nursing homes. The remaining funds were diverted away, often to management fees and other unrelated initiatives. Further analysis indicated that care in UPL program facilities often declined compared to non-UPL program homes. Barry Toone, a Utah attorney, has been at the forefront of efforts to expose the flaws in Utah's UPL program. In this episode, Barry joins Sam Brooks to discuss how entities participating in the UPL program have benefited from UPL payments, often at the expense of nursing home residents. Together, they examine the program's failures and explore potential solutions. They also highlight the urgent need for greater transparency and accountability among nursing home owners and operators regarding the use of taxpayer dollars.

Two independent analytical frameworks have converged on a shared conclusion: the person taken from the Catalina Foothills residence may not have been the intended target. CertiK, a blockchain security firm with a reported valuation exceeding two billion dollars, formally classified the abduction as a wrench attack by proxy — a crypto-related crime in which the victim serves as leverage against a digital asset holder. The firm cited a six-million-dollar Bitcoin demand and employed the term “proxy target selection.”A separate analysis identified that the adjacent property is occupied by an individual who has maintained a collection of rare gemstones for more than four decades. His principal annual exhibition event coincided with the week of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance. Digital mapping services assign both properties identical street addresses — a discrepancy that introduces the possibility of navigational error by an operational team.Retired FBI Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program Chief Robin Dreeke examines the behavioral indicators from the doorbell camera footage against both theoretical frameworks and assesses whether the evidence is consistent with an operation that encountered an unintended target.A look back at the most compelling stories of the week.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#NancyGuthrie #SavannahGuthrie #GemVault #CertiK #TrueCrimeToday #WrenchAttack #FBI #TrueCrime #Tucson #CatalinaFoothills

Most construction leaders think they have an accountability problem. What they actually have is a clarity problem, and they're pointing the finger in the wrong direction.Coralee Beatty, founder of Thrive HQ and one of the most honest voices in the construction leadership space, joins Jesse to get into the real reasons teams underperform, people quit, and culture stays stuck. From her point of view the fix is simpler (and harder) than most leaders want to admit.In this episode, Coralee reframes accountability entirely, it's not a hammer, it's a scaffold. Real accountability means your people have what they need to succeed, and they know it's still on them to show up. When those two things are true at the same time, everything changes.They get into why so many construction leaders default to blaming the crew when the real gap is in how roles, expectations, and commitments were set up in the first place. If your team doesn't know exactly what "good" looks like, you don't have an accountability problem, you have a leadership gap.Coralee also talks about what it actually took to exit a business she built, the childhood abandonment that wired her to fear judgment and chase "good enough," and how she turned that into fuel. She doesn't dress it up. That's what makes it land.And she makes the case that vulnerability isn't soft, it's a jobsite skill. When leaders show up honestly, teams feel safe enough to do the same. That's where trust actually gets built.If your retention is struggling, your culture feels flat, or you're tired of having the same performance conversations with no real change, this episode is worth your full attention.00:00 Why Accountability Matters00:50 Meet Coralie Beatty02:13 Clubhouse Community Era04:07 Defining Accountability05:42 Commitment Versus Control10:06 Listener Shoutout Break11:05 Building Accountable Teams14:40 Leadership And The Denominator16:16 No Master Plan Just Iteration18:22 Resilience And Fear Of Judgment22:05 Roots Of Not Enough26:29 Sharing Lived Experience27:54 Changing Minds Online29:19 Construction Culture Shift30:00 Appreciation Wins Talent31:00 Acknowledgment Changes Everything34:00 From Hardass to Human36:32 Who Gets to Help39:35 Vulnerability Builds Trust47:39 Simple Culture Fixes51:58 Connection Is the CureLets leave the Construction Industry Better than We Found It https://www.depthbuilder.com/construction-leadership-lab Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

Your fantasy football draft can be won or lost before the season even begins.On this episode of No Punt Intended, the Club Fantasy FFL crew breaks down the best and worst fantasy football values in Rounds 1-4 of 2026 fantasy football drafts. We're analyzing early-round ADP, player value, and the biggest draft decisions fantasy managers will face.Every round has players who could become league winners — and players who could leave you regretting your pick.Are fantasy managers too low on Ladd McConkey in Round 4?Are we paying too much for George Pickens in Round 2?Which players are worth their draft cost, and which early-round picks should you avoid?We'll cover:• Fantasy football draft strategy• Early-round ADP analysis• Best fantasy football picks• Worst fantasy football values• Overdrafted and undervalued players• 2026 redraft fantasy football rankings• Players to target and fade in your draftsThe goal isn't just finding good players — it's finding the players whose current ADP doesn't match their true fantasy value.Don't lose your fantasy football season on Draft Day.Subscribe to Club Fantasy FFL for fantasy football rankings, player evaluations, draft strategy, waiver wire advice, DFS analysis, and more.If you feel like talking ball with us, come and join the Club Fantasy FFL/Women of Fantasy Football Discord!

Some passages in Scripture are descriptive, meaning they record historical events and actions without intending to establish doctrine or serve as commands for all believers. While these accounts provide valuable lessons and reveal God's work throughout history, doctrine should be built primarily from passages that clearly teach and prescribe God's will. Careful interpretation requires considering the context, timing, and overall message of Scripture so that believers do not mistakenly turn historical narratives into universal commands. Understanding this distinction helps us apply God's Word faithfully and accurately. __________ Acts 1:21–26 NLT, John 16:13–15 NLT, Romans 8:14 NLT, Acts 2:1–4 NLT, Acts 4:32–35 NLT, Acts 5:3–4 NLT, 2 Corinthians 9:7 NLT, Judges 21:20–23 NLT __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________      

A cybersecurity firm worth two billion dollars classified Nancy Guthrie's alleged abduction as a wrench attack by proxy. Their language, not ours. A wrench attack is a crypto-targeted crime. Nancy Guthrie is eighty-four years old with no known cryptocurrency holdings.That disconnect is the center of this conversation. If CertiK's classification is accurate, the person who was taken may not have been the intended target. Catalina Foothills is one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in Tucson. Someone in that ZIP code may hold the kind of crypto that draws a six-million-dollar ransom demand. And if whoever showed up at Nancy's address was looking for that person, they found an eighty-four-year-old woman instead — and had a problem they couldn't walk away from.Meanwhile, volunteers have searched the border region three separate times after anonymous tips. Twenty-five unmarked graves found. None connected to Nancy. The Tohono O'odham reservation offers seventy-two miles of minimally monitored border. DNA sits at Quantico. The sheriff faces a recall. And the question nobody else is asking out loud: if Nancy wasn't the target, the real one may still be living nearby.Jennifer Coffindaffer, contributor to Hidden Killers, breaks it down.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#NancyGuthrie #CertiK #CatalinaFoothills #WrenchAttack #BitcoinRansom #MissingPerson #Tucson #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #JenniferCoffindaffer

We skipped the 3-hour line. And it cost us more than our mortgage payment. Paul Adams just got back from Disneyland with his family - and he's not sorry about what he spent. In this video, he breaks down the one upgrade that turned a chaotic, line-standing, schedule-juggling Disney trip into something his family will talk about for years. But this isn't just a Disney hack video. Because halfway through the trip, Paul and his wife sat in a room in Coronado and were asked a question that stopped them cold: Have you planned for your family's legacy as intentionally as you've planned for your career? That question - and what it means for how you spend your time, your money, and your years with your kids still at home - is what this video is really about. Timestamps: 00:27 – The "cheat code" that changed everything 01:57 – Lightning Lane Multi Pass vs. Premier Pass -- what's the difference? 02:52 – What does it really cost? Cherry runs the math on screen 03:52 – Guardians of the Galaxy: 3-hour standby vs. 55 minutes 04:20 – All top rides in both parks -- finished before noon 06:03 – Paul's exact 2-day Disneyland playbook 06:55 – It's not about saving money -- it's about the life your money produces 07:39 – The Coronado marriage retreat and the question most families never ask   #Disneyland #LightningLanePremierPass #FamilyVacation #PersonalFinance #MoneyMindset #FamilyLegacy #WealthBuilding #LifestyleDesign #SoundFinancialGroup #PaulAdams #DisneyTips #FinancialPlanning #IntentionalSpending #MoreThanCommas #DisneylandHacks --  This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Insurance products and services are offered and sold through Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group and individually licensed and appointed agents in all appropriate jurisdictions. This podcast is meant for general informational purposes and is not to be construed as tax, legal, or investment advice. You should consult a financial professional regarding your individual situation. Guest speakers are not affiliated with Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group unless otherwise stated, and their opinions are their own. Opinions, estimates, forecasts, and statements of financial market trends are based on current market conditions and are subject to change without notice. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

Adrian revisits a classic episode (originally Ep. 30, Nov 2020) in this monthly rewind, Episode 333 of China Manufacturing Decoded, and sits down with Sofeast CEO, Renaud, to unpack the three types of quality-control (QC) plans every importer and manufacturer should agree before production starts. Renaud explains three types of QC plans: The product quality control plan, often linked to the manufacturing contract. The process control plan, which controls quality during production rather than waiting until the end. The QC plan for new products, which helps buyers and suppliers think through risks before mass production starts. Key takeaways for listeners: QC planning is a pre-production activity not a rescue job; define a clear product quality standard; decide how quality will be controlled during production; and for any new product, agree on what must be proven before mass production. If any of those points are unclear, that's likely where your next quality risk is hiding.   Show Sections 00:00 Introduction to this rewind episode 01:56 What quality control plans are and why they are needed before production 04:06 Why there is more than one type of QC plan 04:43 Type 1: The product QC plan and contract-related quality terms 05:28 Defining testing, inspections, AQL limits, compliance, and responsibilities 06:41 What happens if serious issues are found after shipment? 07:11 Why even smaller buyers should document quality expectations 08:06 Type 2: The process control plan 09:04 Mapping production processes and critical steps 10:20 Turning the control plan into work instructions and checks 11:02 When process control plans become important 11:54 Why final inspection alone is often too late 12:27 Controlling quality through incoming components and sub-suppliers 13:50 How to check whether suppliers can follow process control plans 15:03 Type 3: The QC plan for a new product 16:27 Quality, reliability, and compliance requirements 17:35 Golden samples and approved prototypes 18:00 Testing stations, jigs, fixtures, and functional checks 19:07 Intended use, reliability expectations, and compliance needs 19:52 Component manufacturing, assembly, tooling, and work instructions 21:35 Pilot runs and pre-production approvals 22:35 Why new products force buyers and suppliers to think harder 22:59 Supplier optimism and the “we'll fix it later” risk 24:16 Why quality standards need to be clear and useful 25:08 Why buyers often skip proper QC planning 26:42 Why defining requirements is the buyer's job 27:40 Which QC plans apply to which buyers and products? 28:22 QC planning for all buyers vs larger or higher-risk buyers 29:26 Why process control is worth considering for new products 30:12 Why every buyer still needs at least a basic quality standard 31:12 What off-the-shelf and private-label buyers should focus on 33:02 2026 outro and key lesson recap   Related content Quality Control Plan: Defining Expectations Before Production How To Set Up A Process Control Plan [11 Steps] Golden Sample in Manufacturing What Is A PP Sample? How to set product specifications? You NEED to do product qualification BEFORE mass production! How Incoming Quality Control Inspections Fit into an Overall Quality System Get in touch with us Connect with us on LinkedIn Contact us via Sofeast's contact page Subscribe to our YouTube channel Prefer Facebook? Check us out on FB

Every time you say yes to avoid discomfort, you're saying no to yourself. Over time, that trade leads straight to burnout — and to showing up for everyone else at a fraction of your capacity.In this episode, Jesse breaks down two foundational steps to stop operating on everyone else's terms and start advocating for yourself for real.What you'll hear:Step 1 — Do an inventory. Jesse walks you through a simple two-column exercise: what you do because you want to, versus what you do because someone else wants or expects it. Most people who do this exercise are surprised by what they find; over-delivering for others while their own wellness, growth, health, and relationships sit at the bottom of the list. This inventory tells you exactly where boundaries are needed and who actually values your time.Step 2 — Get clear on whose expectations you're actually living by. Here's the thing: most of the expectations running your life were never explicitly stated. They're assumed. Jesse shares real career examples of paths he walked away from like project management and corporate roles, once he got honest about what he actually valued. He also addresses the reality check: if someone's paying your bills, some expectations are non-negotiable. Knowing the difference is the whole game.If you've been feeling stretched thin, resentful, or like you're constantly serving everyone but yourself, this episode is a direct answer to why.00:00 Stop Saying Yes00:42 Two Advocacy Steps01:45 Do An Inventory02:53 Two Column Exercise05:02 Reality Check Results06:14 Friend Favor Trap08:11 Boundaries And Progress09:46 From Salty To Clarity14:27 Get Clear On Expectations17:56 Career Path Wake Up19:35 Choosing Your Own Path21:51 Balancing Life Priorities28:18 Invest In Internal Teams29:31 Quick Summary And GoodbyeGet the time management system that will make you dangerously effective: https://www.depthbuilder.com/time-management-webinar-sign-up-pageSubscribe to the Monday Morning Hugs Newsletter for thought provoking topics to accelerate your growth: LinkedIn Newsletter  Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

Daily Fantasy Football brings a completely different strategy to the fantasy football world — but how do you get started?On this episode of No Punt Intended, Club Fantasy FFL dives into the fundamentals of DFS (Daily Fantasy Sports) and explains what makes it different from traditional redraft fantasy football.We're breaking down the building blocks every DFS player needs to understand, including how contests work, how to approach a salary cap, and what goes into constructing a winning lineup.In this DFS Fantasy Football 101 episode, we cover:

WHAT IS A PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGER? And more importantly why do they make drugs more expensive? This little known middle man between drug companies and health insurance plans was INTENDED to make things cheaper, but consolidation has led to three companies doing all the work and significantly driving costs HIGHER. I’m talking to Antonio Ciaccia from 3 Axis Advisors about this at 2:30, but it’s another example of opacity instead of transparency and that is never good for the consumer. Read the latest report about this here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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H.W. Brands describes how, in early 1941, Roosevelt introduced the Lend-Lease Act (HR 1776), a bill that ironically shared its name with the year of American independence but intended to "marry America's future to Britain's future." Because Britain was running out of cash, Roosevelt argued that the U.S. should lend or lease weaponry to ensure they didn't go down for lack of funds. He was aided by a sentimental shift in American public opinion, driven by Edward R. Murrow's broadcasts which portrayed the "stubborn British" as heroic underdogs fighting for democracy. Simultaneously, a covert information war was being waged by William Stephenson, the director of British propaganda in America, who worked with William "Wild Bill" Donovan to manipulate U.S. opinion with the administration's blessing. While Roosevelt publicly complained about German propaganda, his own administration used unacknowledged stories and rumors to move Americans toward war. Lindbergh called out this hypocrisy, arguing that aiding Churchill—an "unreconstructed" imperialist—was not a defense of democracy but a defense of British rule in places like India. Roosevelt even utilized a forged map, allegedly showing a German plan to reorganize Latin America and replace the Bible with Mein Kampf, to stir fear. Lindbergh's diary reveals his deep intuition that every step away from neutrality was a calculated move toward war, regardless of the president's stated desire for peace. (5)1941

Patrick K. O'Donnell explores the 1864 Dahlgren Raid, a failed Union "decapitation raid" intended to burn Richmondand assassinate Jefferson Davis. In response, the Confederacy intensified its Secret Service operations, employing spies, coded telegraphy, and influence campaigns to undermine Lincoln's 1864 re-election. They funded Northern "Copperhead" editors to promote peace while John Singleton Mosby's rangers disrupted Union logistics. This era also featured author Herman Melville, who embedded with Union cavalry to document the terrifying reality of fighting Mosby's elusive, pistol-wielding irregulars who dominated the headlines of Northern Virginia. (3)1865

Equities have been on a remarkable run — join members of J.P. Morgan's Data Assets and Alpha Group to dig into what's been behind this outperformance. Eloise Goulder, head of the group, and product specialist Edwina Lowe break down the forces lifting markets, from resilient growth and strong earnings to the sheer scale of AI capex and rising valuations. We then hear from John Schlegel, global head of Positioning Intelligence, and Drew Tyler, global head of Market Intelligence, who explore the near-term outlook for equities — weighing inflation and rates risk, seasonality and positioning across regions.   This episode was recorded on June 1 and June 9, 2026.   The podcast's views do not necessarily reflect those of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co or its affiliates (together “J.P. Morgan) and are not from J.P. Morgan's Research Department. They do not constitute recommendations or offers to buy or sell securities. Intended for institutional and professional investors, not retail use, it is for informational purposes only. Products and services mentioned may not suit all investors or be available in all jurisdictions. J.P. Morgan may make markets and trade in discussed securities and asset classes. Visit www.jpmorgan.com/disclosures/salesandtradingdisclaimer for more disclaimers and regulatory disclosures. External speakers' opinions are personal and not J.P. Morgan's views. © 2026 JPMorgan Chase & Company. All rights reserved.

Boone White grew up with a stutter. Public speaking was something he avoided until years of running weekly safety meetings forced him to figure it out. He got better by going shorter, ditching the scripts, and replacing bullet points with stories. Now he's a general superintendent at ICM Construction, a construction influencer, and one of the more honest voices in the trades about what it actually takes to shift a jobsite culture from the inside.In this episode, Jesse and Boone get into what it looks like to lead crews who've been doing this longer than you have, why systems matter more than blame, and how tools like Last Planner can either build a team or blow one up depending on how you roll them out.What you'll hear:How Boone turned a childhood stutter into a communication strength — and why story-driven toolbox talks land harder than scripted onesWhat it looks like to lead hardheaded, old-school crews without losing their respect or your standardsThe honest story of how he butchered Last Planner on his first try — and why Lean tools get weaponized against the culture they're supposed to buildThe workforce pressures forcing construction to get serious about how it treats people, whether it wants to or notInside ICM's Align Academy and the Old Dog Community — and why experienced supers need a peer group as much as anyoneBoone's push to change how Mississippi bids and delivers workBoone's a working super who figured things out the hard way. This one's worth the listen.00:00 Facts and Introductions02:15 Why Boone Speaks02:39 Stutter to Confidence04:29 Toolbox Talks That Stick05:15 Stories Over Scripts08:08 Leading Older Crews09:31 Firm Leadership Balance13:41 Old School vs New16:54 Workforce Change Storm19:11 Treat People Like People22:26 Lean Books Breakthrough26:25 Butchering Last Planner27:21 Weaponized Collaboration28:21 Identity Shift to Lead31:51 Enemy Is Waste32:37 ICM Culture by Design35:16 Why Boone Joined ICM38:52 Inside Align Academy44:31 In Person Training Wins46:40 Listening as a Skill49:13 Old Dog Community53:06 Promise for Mississippi55:09 Where to Connect55:49 Podcast Wrap UpGet the time management system that will make you dangerously effective: https://www.depthbuilder.com/time-management-webinar-sign-up-pageSubscribe to the Monday Morning Hugs Newsletter for thought provoking topics to accelerate your growth: LinkedIn Newsletter  Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

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What does it take to beat the odds, reach the NFL, and successfully reinvent yourself when one chapter ends? In this episode of More Than Commas, Paul sits down with former NFL player Jordan Babineaux to discuss resilience, leadership, and navigating life's biggest transitions. Jordan shares his journey from a challenging childhood in Texas to a nine-year NFL career, and the lessons he learned about overcoming adversity, embracing change, and finding purpose beyond football. They explore mindset, personal growth, identity, and why the ability to pivot may be one of the most important skills for long-term success. -- Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:55 – Jordan's early life and family story 10:20 – The road to the NFL 20:30 – Lessons from professional football 29:00 – Life after the NFL 44:30 – Leadership and personal growth 51:00 – Pivot to Win 58:00 – Final thoughts -- #JordanBabineaux #NFL #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #PivotToWin #Resilience #GrowthMindset #Entrepreneurship #MoreThanCommas #successmindset  -- This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Insurance products and services are offered and sold through Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group and individually licensed and appointed agents in all appropriate jurisdictions. This podcast is meant for general informational purposes and is not to be construed as tax, legal, or investment advice. You should consult a financial professional regarding your individual situation. Guest speakers are not affiliated with Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group unless otherwise stated, and their opinions are their own. Opinions, estimates, forecasts, and statements of financial market trends are based on current market conditions and are subject to change without notice. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

Most people think Lean is a manufacturing methodology. Sneha Kumari lives it as a mindset.Sneha is back on Learnings & Missteps. She's the president of Merlin AI and one of the most recognized women in manufacturing; and this conversation gets into the stuff that actually moves the needle.Jesse and Sneha dig into why Lean isn't just a process tool, it's a way of thinking about simplicity, eliminating waste, and respecting people's time. That includes your team, your clients, and yes, even your kids. When you build systems — whether that's automation, AI, or a morning routine — the goal is the same: remove time as a bottleneck.They also break down how tight feedback loops change the game. Not chasing every outlier. Spotting patterns. Doing real root-cause analysis. Using an impact-versus-effort matrix to make smarter decisions faster.Sneha gets honest about what she's learned since launching Merlin AI, resilience, leading a remote global team, and how to maintain urgency without blowing up quality, safety, or delivery.And she explains what Merlin AI is actually solving: the fragmented, unpredictable mess that construction workflows still are. Orchestration and operational intelligence — predicting problems before they happen, making execution more scalable and repeatable.If you're leading people, building systems, or trying to figure out where AI actually fits in your operation, this one's for you.00:00 Feedback Loops Mindset00:14 Meet Sneha Kamari02:41 Why Lean Matters07:51 Respecting Time12:18 AI Systems Design15:27 Merlin AI Founder Lessons20:19 Mistakes And Learning22:01 Tight Feedback Loops26:42 Patterns And Priorities30:27 Orchestration Explained32:59 Operational IntelligenceGet the time management system that will make you dangerously effective: https://www.depthbuilder.com/time-management-webinar-sign-up-pageSubscribe to the Monday Morning Hugs Newsletter for thought provoking topics to accelerate your growth: LinkedIn Newsletter  Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

Is MicroStrategy's new preferred stock STRC really the next big financial product — or just a shiny object designed to harvest your savings?   In this episode of More Than Commas, Paul breaks down STRC, MicroStrategy's preferred stock promising 11% annual returns paid monthly — and why those numbers deserve a much closer look. Using a Coffeezilla analysis as a jumping-off point, Paul unpacks exactly how this product works, who it's really designed for, and what the fine print means for everyday investors.   They cover the mechanics behind STRC, its deep ties to Bitcoin, the risks most people overlook, and why comparing it to a bank account or money market fund is dangerously misleading.   More importantly, this episode is a reminder that when something promises double-digit returns with minimal explanation, the real question isn't how much you could gain — it's what you could lose. --  Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to STRC and MicroStrategy 01:30 – What STRC is and how it works 05:00 – The 11% return promise explained 09:45 – Coffeezilla's analysis breakdown 15:20 – Bitcoin exposure and concentrated risk 20:10 – Why STRC is not a bank or money market account 25:30 – Red flags in the pitch and financial engineering 30:00 – What retail investors need to know 35:00 – Final thoughts and long-term strategy reminders -- #microstrategy #bitcoin #STRC #investingtips #wealthbuilding #financialeducation #morethancommas #personalfinance #cryptowarning #financialplanning  -- This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Insurance products and services are offered and sold through Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group and individually licensed and appointed agents in all appropriate jurisdictions. This podcast is meant for general informational purposes and is not to be construed as tax, legal, or investment advice. You should consult a financial professional regarding your individual situation. Guest speakers are not affiliated with Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group unless otherwise stated, and their opinions are their own. Opinions, estimates, forecasts, and statements of financial market trends are based on current market conditions and are subject to change without notice. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

Host Tasha (formerly at Boston University and USC) and IvyWise counselor Juaquin (formerly at Occidental College) discuss the importance of depth, commitment, and impact — and how to tell a cohesive story even when your passions don't fit neatly into one box.

Sponsored by Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, and Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. Intended for US Audiences. This information is for general purposes only and is not a substitute for consulting your healthcare provider about food allergy treatment. Dr. Ari Zelig has been financially compensated by Genentech and Novartis for his participation in this episode. Today, I'm joined by Dr. Ari Zelig, a board-certified allergist and immunologist to unpack what's really happening when it comes to food allergies - and why so many more people are dealing with them today. If you are navigating food allergies, or if you've ever wondered if what you're experiencing might be more than just a sensitivity, this episode features an informative discussion on these topics! In this episode, we dive into the reality of living with food allergies, from the day-to-day challenges that families carry to the misconceptions that still exist around what an allergic reaction to food actually looks like. Dr. Zelig breaks down IgE-mediated food allergies, what's happening in the body during a reaction, and why early exposure guidelines for kids have changed. Plus, we discuss a treatment option, XOLAIR (omalizumab), an FDA-approved prescription medication for subcutaneous use that can help reduce allergic reactions to multiple foods that may occur after accidental exposure in people with IgE-mediated food allergies one year of age and up. While taking XOLAIR you should continue to avoid all foods to which you are allergic. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with food allergies, talk to your allergist and ask about XOLAIR. You can also find more information at XOLAIR.com. XOLAIR is one of several available treatment options for IgE-mediated food allergy and it may not be appropriate for all patients. What is XOLAIR?XOLAIR®(omalizumab) for subcutaneous use is an injectable prescription medicine used to treat food allergy in people 1 year of age and older to reduce allergic reactions that may occur after accidentally eating one or more foods to which you are allergic. While taking XOLAIR you should continue to avoid all foods to which you are allergic. It is not known if XOLAIR is safe and effective in people with food allergy under 1 year of age. XOLAIR should not be used for the emergency treatment of any allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. What is the most important information I should know about XOLAIR?Severe allergic reaction. A severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis can happen when you receive XOLAIR. The reaction can occur after the first dose, or after many doses. It may also occur right after a XOLAIR injection or days later. Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening condition and can lead to death. Go to the nearest emergency room right away if you have any of these symptoms of an allergic reaction:· wheezing, shortness of breath, cough, chest tightness, or trouble breathing· low blood pressure, dizziness, fainting, rapid or weak heartbeat, anxiety, or feeling of “impending doom”· flushing, itching, hives, or feeling warm· swelling of the throat or tongue, throat tightness, hoarse voice, or trouble swallowing Your healthcare provider will monitor you closely for symptoms of an allergic reaction while you are receiving XOLAIR and for a period of time after treatment is initiated. Your healthcare provider should talk to you about getting medical treatment if you have symptoms of an allergic reaction. Please listen to the Important Safety Information throughout and stay tuned for additional safety information at the end of this podcast. See full Prescribing Information, including Medication Guide, at bit.ly/XOLPI. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media M-US-00032583(v1.0) 5/26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to the Word on Fire Show. I'm Matthew Petrusek, senior director of the Word on Fire Institute and the host of the Word on Fire Show. Thank you for joining us. Although not widely reported in legacy media outlets, Christianity is, by far, the most persecuted religion in the world. From the Middle East and Africa to India, China, North Korea, and elsewhere, Christian communities regularly experience widespread humiliation, imprisonment, kidnappings, expulsions, and even murderous mob violence. While not as severe, Christians in parts of Europe and even right here at home, in the US, also often endure discrimination, exclusion, and ridicule. There is no ambiguity about who is carrying out these attacks or what motivates them. Like the martyrs of past centuries, millions of our Christian brothers and sisters are currently suffering because they profess faith in Jesus Christ. In response to this ongoing outrage, Bishop Robert Barron has released a new book called What Do Their Deaths Demand? Christian Persecution Today. Intended for widespread distribution, the book spotlights heartbreaking stories of the continued targeting of Christian communities throughout the world, offers a theological explanation for why Christianity has been under assault since its inception, and, most importantly, provides actionable ideas for what all of us can do to respond. Here to discuss the book—and why its message is more urgent than ever—is Bishop Robert Barron. Topics Covered 00:00 | Introduction 01:38 | The final meeting of the Religious Liberty Commission 02:51 | Why this book, and why now? 05:16 | Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa's foreword 06:46 | Aid to the Church in Need 07:47 | Why Christian persecution is largely ignored 09:00 | Part 1: The Most Persecuted Religion 15:36 | Part 2: Why the Persecution of Christians? 22:41 | The fundamental quandary 25:09 | Part 3: So What Can We Do? 32:09 | Listener question: Should we present the crucifixion more positively? 34:38 | Join the Word on Fire Institute Links: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.

1. Historic Indictment Raúl Castro has been indicted by the U.S. for murder, conspiracy, and destruction of aircraft. Charges relate to the February 24, 1996 incident where Cuban military jets shot down two civilian planes. Four people (including three U.S. citizens) were killed. 2. Allegation of Direct Responsibility Prosecutors claim: The attack was intentional, not accidental. Castro, then Cuba’s Defense Minister, authorized and helped direct the operation. Evidence cited includes: Military communications Intelligence reports Longstanding testimony 3. Delayed Justice The indictment comes nearly 30 years after the incident. It is portrayed as long-awaited accountability for victims’ families. 4. Symbolic and Political Context Announcement took place in Miami’s Freedom Tower, a symbolic site for Cuban exiles. Marks one of the first times a senior Cuban leader is charged in U.S. court. 5. Shift in U.S. Policy Approach There is a change in U.S. posture toward authoritarian regimes: From diplomacy (e.g., Obama-era engagement) To criminal prosecution, sanctions, and pressure 6. Broader Strategic Message The indictment is framed as part of a larger strategy: Indict leaders Cut financial resources Increase international isolation Encourage defections Wait for internal collapse 7. Comparison to Venezuela The approach is compared to actions taken against Nicolás Maduro. Suggests indictments can: Isolate leaders globally Trigger internal fractures within regimes 8. Limited Immediate Practical Impact Castro is 94 years old, and Cuba is unlikely to extradite him. A trial in the U.S. is uncertain. 9. Psychological and Geopolitical Impact The indictment is presented as: A “warning shot” to authoritarian regimes A tool to undermine regime stability internally Intended to send message: Leaders who harm Americans can be pursued indefinitely Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it actually take to build a meaningful career inside some of the world's most demanding organizations?   In this episode of More Than Commas, Paul sits down with Jesse Rhodes Jr. — executive leadership coach, entrepreneur, and former leader at Amazon, Deloitte, Walmart, and Target — to unpack the mindset, leadership principles, and career decisions that shaped his professional journey.   They discuss ambition, purpose, leadership, AI in the workplace, navigating career transitions, and what it really takes to grow in high-performance environments without losing yourself in the process.   More importantly, this conversation explores how values-driven leadership, self-awareness, and continuous growth can shape both personal fulfillment and long-term professional success.     -- Timestamps: 00:05 – Introduction to Jesse Rogers Jr. 00:56 – Jesse's career journey through major companies 02:13 – Early lessons that shaped his career 06:58 – The importance of curiosity and learning 10:22 – Transitioning through different leadership roles 13:58 – Understanding people and values-based leadership 17:58 – Daily habits, mindset, and staying grounded 21:42 – Measuring success and team performance 24:18 – AI, leadership, and the future of work 26:42 – Advice for professionals adapting to AI 30:20 – Final thoughts and where to connect with Jesse   #leadership #careergrowth #amazon #artificialintelligence #professionaldevelopment #wealthbuilding #podcast  -- This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Insurance products and services are offered and sold through Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group and individually licensed and appointed agents in all appropriate jurisdictions. This podcast is meant for general informational purposes and is not to be construed as tax, legal, or investment advice. You should consult a financial professional regarding your individual situation. Guest speakers are not affiliated with Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group unless otherwise stated, and their opinions are their own. Opinions, estimates, forecasts, and statements of financial market trends are based on current market conditions and are subject to change without notice. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

Malcolm Hoenlein criticizes The New York Times for publishing an opinion piece echoing propaganda against Israelalongside a report on Hamas atrocities. Critics suggest this timing was intended to undermine Israeli investigative findings. (5/16)1959 BUENOS AIRES

James Fanell discusses China's "Joint Sword 2024 Alpha" military exercises, describing them as an "Anaconda strategy" intended to blockade and pressure Taiwan following its presidential inauguration. He and Bradley Thayerargue that Washington's "neo-engagement" policy has failed, allowing the CCP to exert influence over American institutions. 1/41957 ZHOU

12. The Forgotten Legacy and Spiritual Depth of Vermeer Guest: Andrew Graham Dixon Andrew Graham Dixonexplains how Vermeer was lost to history for centuries and argues that his domestic scenes were actually spiritual acts of prayer intended to depict moral goodness and divine radiance. 121900 SAN PEDRO

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