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Peter explains why he is stepping down as a Cardano DRep and why, in his view, the current governance process is not working well enough to justify the time, energy, and scrutiny it demands. He walks through the practical reasons behind that decision, including lobbying for votes, unclear conflict-of-interest boundaries, public backlash, fatigue, and the growing burden of proposal review.The episode also looks at the broader governance environment around Intersect, treasury withdrawals, and the post-Catalyst landscape. Rather than writing off governance entirely, Peter argues that Cardano's model still has room to improve, but that most people are better off avoiding the DRep role until the process becomes more sustainable and easier to navigate.Key Takeaways:- Peter is stepping down as a Cardano DRep at the end of the month and is asking current delegates to consider moving to another active DRep.- He argues that constant lobbying, direct messages, and social pressure have made governance feel unhealthy and difficult to navigate fairly.- Conflict-of-interest lines are too blurry for someone involved across multiple roles in the ecosystem, which often pushes him toward abstaining rather than voting.- The time burden has grown far beyond what many participants originally expected, especially after the shift from Catalyst-style funding to heavier on-chain and Intersect proposal review.- He believes the current model does not properly compensate DReps for the hours of review, voting, and public accountability involved.- Despite stepping away, he still expects Cardano governance to evolve and improve over time, just not in its current form.Links & References:- Peter Bui · Cardano DRep — Informed Voting, Public Rationales: https://link.learncardano.io/vG2x1zWebsite: https://link.learncardano.io/bQ68RcX/Twitter: https://link.learncardano.io/3a1QtvDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. Nothing constitutes financial advice.DISCLAIMER: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not financial, investment, or legal advice. I am not affiliated with, nor compensated by, the project discussed—no tokens, payments, or incentives received. I do not hold a stake in the project, including private or future allocations. All views are my own, based on public information. Always do your own research and consult a licensed advisor before investing. Crypto investments carry high risk, and past performance is no guarantee of future results. I am not responsible for any decisions you make based on this content.

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La fiebre de la inteligencia artificial no da tregua. Recuerda en cierto modo a la del oro en la California de 1850, cuando los que amasaron fortuna no fueron tanto los buscadores sino los comerciantes que les vendían picos y palas. Un comerciante de San Francisco llamado Samuel Brannan se hizo millonario vendiendo sartenes sin recoger una sola pepita. Hoy las palas cuestan 80.000 millones de dólares y las venden Google, Nvidia y las grandes tecnológicas. Alphabet anunció el lunes un plan para captar esa cantidad mediante ventas privadas y públicas de acciones. Berkshire Hathaway, hoy dirigida por Greg Abel, aporta 10.000 millones con un descuento cercano al 7%. Lo llamativo aquí es que Google no necesita el dinero, pues su plan de gasto de 190.000 millones todavía le dejaría 26.000 millones de caja. Captar fondos con las arcas rebosantes tiene algo de gesto teatral, un aviso de que el espectáculo no ha hecho más que empezar y que ellos están dispuestos a interpretar el papel protagonista. El músculo financiero no garantiza ponerse en cabeza de la carrera. Sus rivales, Anthropic y OpenAI, corren hacia sus salidas a bolsa este mismo año. Google tiene una serie de ventajas como su rentabilísimo negocio publicitario, sus no menos rentables servicios en la nube y una capitalización que ronda los 4,3 billones de dólares. En Alphabet también han entendido que, aparte de los semiconductores, el otro cuello de botella está en la electricidad. Los centros de datos consumen mucho, tanto que la red no siempre puede atender la demanda. Google ha comprado una promotora eólica y solar llamada Intersect convirtiéndose así en el único gigante con compañía eléctrica propia. Controlar la energía equivale a controlar el calendario. En la nube, Google se mantiene tercero detrás Microsoft y Oracle, pero está acortando distancias con un sorprendente crecimiento en el último año. Quieren también tener sus propios chips, las conocidas como unidades de procesamiento tensorial, ya en su octava generación que ofrecen como alternativa a las circuitería de Nvidia. Entretanto los aspirantes tratan de hacerse un hueco. Anthropic, valorada en casi un billón de dólares, ha presentado la documentación confidencial para irrumpir este otoño en Bolsa. OpenAI trabaja en el mismo movimiento. Sobre ambos planea la sombra de SpaceX, que prepara la mayor salida de la historia. Los banqueros ya han advertido que quien llegue primero definirá el curso de este sector. Anthropic, fundada en 2021 por antiguos empleados de OpenAI con Dario Amodei al frente, acertó al centrarse en el cliente corporativo y ha triunfado con Claude Code y Claude Opus. En mayo captó 65.000 millones con una facturación anual superior a los 47.000 millones. Adelantarse, no obstante, entraña riesgos, como demostraron Lyft y Facebook hace unos años. Anthropic tiene restricciones de capacidad, clientes que moderan el gasto y una disputa con el Pentágono. La euforia bursátil se mantiene. El S&P 500 está en máximos en espera de unos meses en los que entrará mucho dinero y que, a juicio de los analistas, serán fundamentales para la industria de la inteligencia artificial. En La ContraRéplica: 0:00 Introducción 3:49 La carrera de la IA se calienta 34:42 Endesa Empresas - https://endesa.com/empresas 36:18 La hegemonía de EEUU 42:52Los riesgos de las huelgas 50:12 La violencia en Colombia · Canal de Telegram: https://t.me/lacontracronica · “Contra el pesimismo”… https://amzn.to/4m1RX2R · “Hispanos. Breve historia de los pueblos de habla hispana”… https://amzn.to/428js1G · “La ContraHistoria del comunismo”… https://amzn.to/39QP2KE · “La ContraHistoria de España. Auge, caída y vuelta a empezar de un país en 28 episodios”… https://amzn.to/3kXcZ6i · “Contra la Revolución Francesa”… https://amzn.to/4aF0LpZ · “Lutero, Calvino y Trento, la Reforma que no fue”… https://amzn.to/3shKOlK Apoya La Contra en: · Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/diazvillanueva · iVoox... https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-contracronica_sq_f1267769_1.html · Paypal... https://www.paypal.me/diazvillanueva Sígueme en: · Web... https://diazvillanueva.com · Twitter... https://twitter.com/diazvillanueva · Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/fernandodiazvillanueva1/ · Instagram... https://www.instagram.com/diazvillanueva · Linkedin… https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernando-d%C3%ADaz-villanueva-7303865/ · Flickr... https://www.flickr.com/photos/147276463@N05/?/ · Pinterest... https://www.pinterest.com/fernandodiazvillanueva Encuentra mis libros en: · Amazon... https://www.amazon.es/Fernando-Diaz-Villanueva/e/B00J2ASBXM #FernandoDiazVillanueva #ia #gemini Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Tonya Tucker Collins, Head of Talent and Growth at Intersect, joins the podcast live from ATD26 in Los Angeles. Tonya shares what it truly means to think and design like a strategist, tackling one very important question: What separates a training program that checks a box from one that drives real business impact? The conversation explores why great learning design alone isn't enough to gain buy-in and how L&D professionals can increase strategic impact by reading the signals from the organization's culture, program data, and your stakeholder relationships. You'll also learn practical tips for using prototypes and pilots to improve learning solutions, identifying the right champions to help your strategy, and determining whether an existing program should be maintained, enhanced, or completely redesigned. Resources: Tonya's LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tonya-t-tucker-collins-shrm-scp

La fiebre de la inteligencia artificial no da tregua. Recuerda en cierto modo a la del oro en la California de 1850, cuando los que amasaron fortuna no fueron tanto los buscadores sino los comerciantes que les vendían picos y palas. Un comerciante de San Francisco llamado Samuel Brannan se hizo millonario vendiendo sartenes sin recoger una sola pepita. Hoy las palas cuestan 80.000 millones de dólares y las venden Google, Nvidia y las grandes tecnológicas. Alphabet anunció el lunes un plan para captar esa cantidad mediante ventas privadas y públicas de acciones. Berkshire Hathaway, hoy dirigida por Greg Abel, aporta 10.000 millones con un descuento cercano al 7%. Lo llamativo aquí es que Google no necesita el dinero, pues su plan de gasto de 190.000 millones todavía le dejaría 26.000 millones de caja. Captar fondos con las arcas rebosantes tiene algo de gesto teatral, un aviso de que el espectáculo no ha hecho más que empezar y que ellos están dispuestos a interpretar el papel protagonista. El músculo financiero no garantiza ponerse en cabeza de la carrera. Sus rivales, Anthropic y OpenAI, corren hacia sus salidas a bolsa este mismo año. Google tiene una serie de ventajas como su rentabilísimo negocio publicitario, sus no menos rentables servicios en la nube y una capitalización que ronda los 4,3 billones de dólares. En Alphabet también han entendido que, aparte de los semiconductores, el otro cuello de botella está en la electricidad. Los centros de datos consumen mucho, tanto que la red no siempre puede atender la demanda. Google ha comprado una promotora eólica y solar llamada Intersect convirtiéndose así en el único gigante con compañía eléctrica propia. Controlar la energía equivale a controlar el calendario. En la nube, Google se mantiene tercero detrás Microsoft y Oracle, pero está acortando distancias con un sorprendente crecimiento en el último año. Quieren también tener sus propios chips, las conocidas como unidades de procesamiento tensorial, ya en su octava generación que ofrecen como alternativa a las circuitería de Nvidia. Entretanto los aspirantes tratan de hacerse un hueco. Anthropic, valorada en casi un billón de dólares, ha presentado la documentación confidencial para irrumpir este otoño en Bolsa. OpenAI trabaja en el mismo movimiento. Sobre ambos planea la sombra de SpaceX, que prepara la mayor salida de la historia. Los banqueros ya han advertido que quien llegue primero definirá el curso de este sector. Anthropic, fundada en 2021 por antiguos empleados de OpenAI con Dario Amodei al frente, acertó al centrarse en el cliente corporativo y ha triunfado con Claude Code y Claude Opus. En mayo captó 65.000 millones con una facturación anual superior a los 47.000 millones. Adelantarse, no obstante, entraña riesgos, como demostraron Lyft y Facebook hace unos años. Anthropic tiene restricciones de capacidad, clientes que moderan el gasto y una disputa con el Pentágono. La euforia bursátil se mantiene. El S&P 500 está en máximos en espera de unos meses en los que entrará mucho dinero y que, a juicio de los analistas, serán fundamentales para la industria de la inteligencia artificial. En La ContraRéplica: 0:00 Introducción 3:49 La carrera de la IA se calienta 34:42 Endesa Empresas - https://endesa.com/empresas 36:18 La hegemonía de EEUU 42:52Los riesgos de las huelgas 50:12 La violencia en Colombia · Canal de Telegram: https://t.me/lacontracronica · “Contra el pesimismo”… https://amzn.to/4m1RX2R · “Hispanos. Breve historia de los pueblos de habla hispana”… https://amzn.to/428js1G · “La ContraHistoria del comunismo”… https://amzn.to/39QP2KE · “La ContraHistoria de España. Auge, caída y vuelta a empezar de un país en 28 episodios”… https://amzn.to/3kXcZ6i · “Contra la Revolución Francesa”… https://amzn.to/4aF0LpZ · “Lutero, Calvino y Trento, la Reforma que no fue”… https://amzn.to/3shKOlK Apoya La Contra en: · Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/diazvillanueva · iVoox... https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-contracronica_sq_f1267769_1.html · Paypal... https://www.paypal.me/diazvillanueva Sígueme en: · Web... https://diazvillanueva.com · Twitter... https://twitter.com/diazvillanueva · Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/fernandodiazvillanueva1/ · Instagram... https://www.instagram.com/diazvillanueva · Linkedin… https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernando-d%C3%ADaz-villanueva-7303865/ · Flickr... https://www.flickr.com/photos/147276463@N05/?/ · Pinterest... https://www.pinterest.com/fernandodiazvillanueva Encuentra mis libros en: · Amazon... https://www.amazon.es/Fernando-Diaz-Villanueva/e/B00J2ASBXM #FernandoDiazVillanueva #ia #gemini

Most entrepreneurs get stuck because they don't understand the true power of building the right team and focusing on what makes their business unique. Ray Young—business owner, real estate investor, and seasoned coach—reveals the essential strategies to unlock explosive growth and sustainable success. Imagine transforming your approach from day-to-day firefighting to strategic mastery—Ray's story from a 10-year-old entrepreneur to scaling 57 car washes shows you how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The future of hunting depends on those who show up. Nate Serlin shows up. Just a few years after harvesting his very first deer, Nate found himself leading a collegiate chapter of Ducks Unlimited.Despite having no prior experience working in professional conservation, Nate's leadership resulted in huge success. In addition to permanently protecting critical wetland habitat, his collegiate chapter of DU raised an impressive sum of money. That exposure to the world of protecting wild places and the activities he loves inspired Nate to pursue a career in hunting and fishing advocacy. In this episode of the Ahí Va podcast, Nate Serlin and Jesse Deubel discuss a variety of hunting and fishing issues.Having worked on sporting policies around the country, Nate provides an important national perspective. This conversation provides a lot of food for thought.Enjoy the listen! For more info:Nate's InstagramWESTERN SKIES STRATEGIESNMWF Website

Quotes from the episode:   "High-performance homes are not about the equipment. They are about the outcomes for the people inside."   "The gap is not in technology. It is in execution and understanding."   "The contractors who win are the ones who connect building science to real human experience."   Recorded live at the 2026 National Home Performance Conference in Columbus, this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast brings together Bill Spohn, Eric Kaiser, and guest Brynn Cooksey for a conversation at the intersection of buildings, HVAC systems, and the people who live in them. This is PART 2, PART 1 was published last week   The discussion opens with a reminder that high-performance homes are not just about equipment or design. They are about outcomes for occupants. Comfort, health, and real-world performance depend on how well systems are installed, commissioned, and understood. The group explores how contractors and practitioners can move beyond simply delivering equipment to truly delivering results.   From the conference floor, the conversation highlights a broader industry shift toward accountability, better data, and a more holistic approach to home performance. The takeaway is clear: the future belongs to professionals who can connect building science, HVAC expertise, and occupant experience into one cohesive offering.   This is a special one with interaction from the participants in the room who asked questions and shared experiences.   Brynn's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theairdoctor/ HVAC-U website: https://www.hvactrain.com/ Amply Energy: https://www.amply.energy/Conuit Tech: https://getconduit.com/ Kwik Model: https://kwikmodel.com/ CoolCalc: https://www.coolcalc.com/ Grit Foundation: https://www.thegritfoundation.com/ The Socratic Method: https://tilt.colostate.edu/the-socratic-method/ CEDA Internships: https://www.weareceda.org/en/internships This episode was recorded in April 2026    

Exponential technologies, humanity-centric innovation, ethics in AI, passion and purpose, and the intersection of business and technology all point to one urgent question: How do we prepare the next generation to build solutions that are both economically viable and good for humanity?This is a question we explore with Pete Dulcamara - scientist, former VP of Research at Kimberly-Clark and author of High-Tech Heroes.We may be entering a new renaissance of innovation, driven by the convergence of human need, business model disruption and fast-moving technology. Global companies are rethinking how products create real human value, exponential technologies are advancing faster than institutions can adapt, and a new generation is entering the workforce with different expectations for purpose, impact and responsibility.For Dulcamara, the opportunity is not technology for technology's sake. AI, robotics, biotechnology, autonomous systems and additive manufacturing could help solve some of the world's hardest problems, but only if they are paired with ethical judgment and economic viability. That's where education has to adapt. Students must learn exponential technologies and also how to apply their skills to these humanity-centric questions.In this episode:Redefining "billionaire" and how you can become oneThe difference between consumer-centric, business-centric and humanity-centric innovationWhat we mean by “data is the new oil, AI is the new electricity, and robotics is the new steel”Moving technical education from STEM to “STEM to the power of E”EQ, AQ and the skills the next generation may need more than IQ in the age of AI3 Big Takeaways from this Episode:1. Humanity-centric innovation requires purpose and profit to work together.Pete Dulcamara defines humanity-centric innovation as solving major human problems through viable business models and exponential technologies. The point is not charity, but scalable solutions that create competitive advantage while improving people's lives.2. The next era of technology will be built on data, AI and robotics.Dulcamara compares data to the new oil, AI to the new electricity and robotics to the new steel. As these technologies converge, companies and schools will need to prepare people for a world where intelligent systems reshape products, industries and work itself.3. Technical education has to teach more than technical skill.As AI makes answers easier to access, students will need stronger curiosity, ethical judgment and adaptability. Dulcamara argues that STEM should be raised to the “power of E,” with ethics embedded into how students learn, build and apply technology.Resources in this Episode:Get Pete's book High-Tech Heroes: Why Gen Z is our Last and Best Chance to Save the PlanetTons of other books, podcasts and shows mentioned in this episode can be found on the show notes page: https://techedpodcast.com/dulcamara/We want to hear from you! Send us a text.Instagram - Facebook - YouTube - TikTok - Twitter - LinkedIn

Quotes from the episode:   "High-performance homes are not about the equipment. They are about the outcomes for the people inside."   "The gap is not in technology. It is in execution and understanding."   "The contractors who win are the ones who connect building science to real human experience."   Recorded live at the 2026 National Home Performance Conference in Columbus, this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast brings together Bill Spohn, Eric Kaiser, and guest Brynn Cooksey for a conversation at the intersection of buildings, HVAC systems, and the people who live in them. This is PART 1, PART 2 will drop next week!   The discussion opens with a reminder that high-performance homes are not just about equipment or design. They are about outcomes for occupants. Comfort, health, and real-world performance depend on how well systems are installed, commissioned, and understood. The group explores how contractors and practitioners can move beyond simply delivering equipment to truly delivering results.   From the conference floor, the conversation highlights a broader industry shift toward accountability, better data, and a more holistic approach to home performance. The takeaway is clear: the future belongs to professionals who can connect building science, HVAC expertise, and occupant experience into one cohesive offering.   This is a special one with interaction from the participants in the room who asked questions and shared experiences.   Brynn's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theairdoctor/ HVAC-U website: https://www.hvactrain.com/ Amply Energy: https://www.amply.energy/Conuit Tech: https://getconduit.com/ Kwik Model: https://kwikmodel.com/ CoolCalc: https://www.coolcalc.com/ Grit Foundation: https://www.thegritfoundation.com/ The Socratic Method: https://tilt.colostate.edu/the-socratic-method/ CEDA Internships: https://www.weareceda.org/en/internships This episode was recorded in April 2026.

Coppernico Metals (TSX: COPR) announced today additional surface channel sampling results from the Nioc target area at its Sombrero copper-gold Project in Peru. Chair and CEO Ivan Bebek said the results expand the known surface footprint of copper-gold mineralization at Zone 2, and materially de-risk initial drill targeting decisions.

How This Is Building Me, hosted by world-renowned oncologist D. Ross Camidge, MD, PhD, is a podcast focused on the highs and lows, ups and downs of all those involved with cancer, cancer medicine, and cancer science across the full spectrum of life's experiences.In this episode, Dr Camidge sat down with Charles D. Blanke, MD, FACP, FASCO, a professor of medicine in the School of Medicine at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Knight Cancer Institute in Portland.Drs Camidge and Blanke discuss Dr Blanke's unique career path from pioneering targeted cancer therapies to becoming a leading advocate for medical aid in dying. A Type 1 diabetes diagnosis directed Dr Blanke toward an interest in internal medicine and oncology. During his fellowship and early faculty days, he established a reputation for his hard work pursuing research opportunities, even when initial projects were unsuccessful.Blanke's most transformative scientific achievement occurred at OHSU, where he spearheaded the use of Imatinib (Gleevec) for the management of gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST). By targeting the KIT mutation, this research turned a previously untreatable malignancy into one with a high response rate, marking a landmark moment for personalized oncology.Equally significant in Dr Blanke's career is his role in medical aid in dying. Practicing in Oregon, the first state to legalize the option, he has written hundreds of prescriptions for patients with terminal diseases. Blanke views medical aid in dying as a vital extension of patient care.As the former chair of SWOG, Dr Blanke modernized clinical research by introducing term limits, increasing access to clinical trials among, and championing the development of pragmatic trials with broader patient eligibility criteria. Throughout his tenure, he emphasized the importance of patient advocacy and the altruistic nature of cooperative research. Having recently stepped down from his leadership at SWOG, he intends to focus his future efforts on patient rights and medical aid in dying advocacy.

 Fertility Docs Uncensored Today's episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center. In this episode, our guest, Dr. Zoran Pavlovic of IVF Florida in Boca Raton and Jupiter, discusses the role of reproductive surgery in managing endometriosis. He takes a practical, patient-centered look at endometriosis, focusing on when surgical intervention may help improve fertility outcomes and quality of life. He discusses the goals of surgery, such as pain relief and fertility improvement. He explains how dynamic ultrasound helps determine whether pelvic structures are fixed or adherent and guides surgical planning. Other questions discussed include what types of procedures reproductive surgeons perform. Treatments include excision of endometriosis, fibroid removal, and fallopian tube surgery. What are the benefits of surgery, such as reducing pelvic pain, improving pain with intercourse, removing endometriomas, and restoring normal pelvic anatomy? What are the risks, including bleeding, scarring, and potential reduction in ovarian reserve, when removing ovarian cysts? When is surgery necessary, particularly in patients with severe, life-limiting pain? What medical management options exist, including continuous oral contraceptives, progestins, GnRH antagonists, and IUDs? Why is endometriosis considered a chronic condition requiring ongoing management? What are recurrence rates, and why do 25–40% of patients require additional treatment within two years? Finally, how do patients know when it's time to see a reproductive surgeon? This episode offers clear, actionable guidance for managing endometriosis and preserving fertility. This episode is sponsored by IVF Florida. 

Reproductive rights attorney Ryan Ferrante joins Karen Conti to talk about reproductive rights, infertility treatments, and at what point you may need a lawyer when going through treatments. Ryan explains what happens when there’s no more use for embryos, the surrogacy process, and insurance coverage for procedures.

Join us for this week's message: When Lives Intersect At Union Church, we exist to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus. Our messages are rooted in the Bible, relevant to everyday life, and focused on helping you walk out your faith with confidence. No matter where you are on your journey, you belong here. Plan a Visit: https://unionchurchonline.org/plan-a-visit Connect With Us: https://unionchurchonline.org/staff Support the Ministry: https://unionchurchonline.org/give

Join us for this week's message: When Lives Intersect At Union Church, we exist to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus. Our messages are rooted in the Bible, relevant to everyday life, and focused on helping you walk out your faith with confidence. No matter where you are on your journey, you belong here. Plan a Visit: https://unionchurchonline.org/plan-a-visit Connect With Us: https://unionchurchonline.org/staff Support the Ministry: https://unionchurchonline.org/give

Host: Sharon HurdGuest:1-1:30PM: Atreyee Munshi, Mental Health Therapist & Intake Clinician, andSara Heembrock, Mental Health Counsellor – both with Intersect Youth & Family Services, share information about an Intersect initiative markingBear Witness Day honoring Jordan River Anderson to ensure First Nations children receive essential services without delay, a legal obligation now known as Jordan's Principle. CONTACT INFO: 250-562-6639 orwww.intersect.bc.ca 1:30-2PM: Josee Kubbernus,Recreation Therapy Practitioner, Owner & Operator, Quality Time Wellness-Dementia Friendly Adult Day Program andJessica Brown, Community Sales Manager, Prince George Chateau-Atria Retirement Canada, provide information about their services. CONTACT INFO:Quality Time Wellness: 250-617-5909 or www.qualityTimeWellness.ca and Prince George Chateau: 250-564-0202 or www.atriaretirement.ca

Adoption is often told as a beautiful, full-circle story.But what happens when the story keeps unfolding decades later?In this episode, Rebecca sits down with Niemah Scherlacher, whose adoption story spans cultures, religions, and nearly 60 years of unanswered questions. Born in Jerusalem to a Palestinian mother, placed in a Jewish orphanage, and adopted by a Christian American family—her story has always been described as a miracle.Until the full truth came out.This conversation goes beyond the surface of adoption and into what it actually means to live it—through childhood, adulthood, and the moments that reshape everything you thought you knew about your identity.Because being chosen doesn't erase being given up.And love doesn't cancel loss.This is a deeper look at the lifelong emotional reality of adoption—and what adoptive parents need to understand if they want to truly support their child.What We Cover:Why “you were chosen” isn't the full storyThe emotional impact of uncovering your adoption story later in lifeHow identity evolves at 5, 15, 35, and beyondThe role of faith—and when it helps vs. shuts things downWhat adoptive parents often miss (and why it matters long-term)Why avoiding hard conversations creates more harm than goodThe complexity of growing up across cultures, religions, and historiesHow to support adoptees through grief, even when everything “looks good”Resources:Poem Mentioned: The Adoption Creed poem by Fleur Conkling HeyligerConnect with Niemah: https://www.instagram.com/niemahanne_RG Adoption ConsultingWebsite → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠ Book a 30-Minute Consult → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com/contactAre You Ready to Adopt Your Baby Quiz: https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/quiz Tune in to The Adoption Roadmap Podcast every Wednesday. If you like what you hear, I'd appreciate a follow and 5-star rating & review! THANK YOU!For questions about adoption, episode suggestions or to appear as a guest on The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, email⁠⁠⁠⁠ support@rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠⁠⁠

Globe columnist Andrew Coyne interviews former U.S. ambassador and national security adviser John Bolton at The Globe and Mail's INTERSECT/26 forum of government officials, industry leaders and policymakers.  Coyne and Bolton discuss the spectre of Trump as a threat to Canada's sovereignty, the tense relationship between the two countries and what Canada needs to do to bolster its defence in a time of potential conflict. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AI agents are appearing across every enterprise platform, but most still struggle to move beyond scripted automation into systems that can reason, adapt, and operate within real workflows.On this episode of Ctrl + Alt + AI, Dimitri Sirota,  speaks with Justin Heller, former Chief Data Officer at Synchrony Financial and Chief Data & AI Officer of Quantify Data Advisors, about how organizations can leverage their existing data to reduce cyber risks, manage unstructured data, and integrate AI effectively. Justin, formerly the Chief Data Officer at Synchrony Financial, shares insights on the evolving role of data governance in an AI-driven world and the importance of shifting from a "pilot" mentality to creating sustainable AI-driven business value. Tune in as they unpack the complexities of managing both structured and unstructured data, ensuring relevance, and achieving true data governance alignment with emerging AI technologies.What to expect:How organizations can use existing data assets to reduce cyber risks and enhance AI initiativesWhy relevance, not just accuracy, is the key to effective AI and data managementThe importance of connecting unstructured data, metadata, and AI systems for better decision-makingThings to listen for: (00:00) Meet Justin Heller(01:25) Justin's transition from CDO to data advisor(02:35) From structured to unstructured data in AI environments(04:24) Why context engineering is critical for AI-driven business decisions(06:00) Moving beyond AI pilot projects to sustainable value(08:30) How data stewards can work with AI tools(09:00) Integrating AI across existing business processes(10:03) Building governance models for unstructured data(13:00) AI in unstructured data repositories: Best practices(15:00) Measuring ROI from generative AI in enterprises(18:00) Cross-functional collaboration for effective AI implementation(20:00) The role of CDAOs in driving AI-related outcomes(21:30) Shifting from pilot programs to ongoing AI-driven business value

Our Global Head of Thematic and Sustainability Research Stephen Byrd unpacks how major investment themes for 2026 are increasingly interconnected, generating gains for investors.Read more insights from Morgan Stanley.----- Transcript -----Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Stephen Byrd, Morgan Stanley's Global Head of Thematic and Sustainability Research. Today – how our 10 big thematic predictions are playing out and driving global markets. It's Monday, April 20th at 11:30am in New York. Back in January, we laid out four key themes – AI & Tech Diffusion, the Future of Energy, a Multipolar World, and Societal Shifts. And we laid out 10 specific thematic predictions about forces shaping 2026. It is really striking to me how quickly the landscape has shifted and how significant these trends have become in just a short period of time. Even more striking is how these mega secular themes are converging. AI is driving unprecedented demand for compute and energy. Energy is becoming a strategic priority for nations. And geopolitics is shaping access to both. So, let's start with the most important development: the acceleration of AI. Now we expected strong progress in terms of large language model development, but what we're seeing is really a step-change upward in capability. And this is driving an extraordinary surge in demand for compute. Global AI usage has jumped sharply with weekly usage; and we measure weekly usage in terms of how many tokens are used. Tokens are really a measure of small units of text. It's a fairly standard measure of demand for compute. That token usage has risen by about 250 percent just since early January, from 6.4 trillion tokens a week to 22.7 trillion; pushing us into a world where compute demand exceeds supply. This is one of the defining investment stories of 2026, and I see a lot of alpha generation, around this opportunity. Now, at the same time, AI is reshaping the labor market. We estimate that automation or augmentation will impact 90 percent of occupations; so almost every job will be affected. But the effect is not binary. So we recently assessed the impacts to employment in five sectors where we believe the impact of AI adoption could be the biggest. And on net we see a 4 percent job loss, driven by 11 percent of outright elimination of jobs. 12 percent of jobs that were not backfilled, partially offset by 18 percent of new hires. So the real story is transformation. AI is changing how work gets done, reshaping roles rather than simply replacing them. But AI does not operate in a vacuum. It runs on energy. And that's the second major shift since January. We now estimate global data center power demand could increase by nearly 130 gigawatts by 2028, with the U.S. potentially facing a 10–20 percent shortfall in power availability needed to support that growth. That's why the Future of Energy is such a central theme. AI growth is directly tied to energy availability, cost, and infrastructure, and increasingly, to national policy. And that brings us to the third major development: geopolitics. We certainly did not anticipate the Iran conflict, but it has had a significant impact on energy markets, including supply disruptions that have rippled across global energy systems. And more broadly, we're seeing a global push towards national self-sufficiency; this is a big driver for many years to come – in energy, critical minerals, and technology. And this clearly aligns with our Multipolar World theme, where countries are prioritizing control over key economic inputs. This shift is likely to be a major driver of markets not just this year, but well beyond. These big structural forces are already showing up in performance. The thematic categories that we developed that are aligned with our key themes were up 38 percent on average in 2025, outperforming the S&P 500 by 27 percentage points. And year-to-date in 2026, they're still ahead by 12 points. The strongest areas reflect exactly these dynamics: AI infrastructure, energy security, defense, healthcare, and emerging areas like humanoid robotics. So what's the takeaway from revisiting our predictions? The biggest changes in 2026 are not happening in isolation, but at the intersections of our key themes. AI, energy, and geopolitics are no longer separate stories. They are now deeply interconnected forces shaping the global economy. And understanding those intersections may be the key to understanding markets and generating alpha for years to come.Thanks for listening. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a review wherever you listen and share Thoughts on the Market with a friend or colleague today.

Taylor shares an important conversation with bestselling author Geneen Roth on food, body image and patriarchal beauty standards and how it informs our spiritual journey in a physical body. They discuss where the Mother wound + disordered eating intersect, how our relationship to food matter much more than we realize, the idea of an eating meditation, conclusion work and SO much more on this week's episode of Magic Hour!   Connect with Geneen Roth https://geneenroth.com/ Find her new book, "Love, Finally" and all her other books here https://geneenroth.com/books/   Connect with Taylor Paige Instagram @angels_and_amethyst  Website https://www.angelsandamethyst.com Follow @MagicHourPod on instagram and YouTube for more Magic Hour content.   If you have any questions about, intuition, spirituality, angels, or anything and everything magical, please email contact@magichourpod.com. We will answer listener questions once a month in our solo episodes Don't forget to leave us a 5 sparkling star review, they help more people find the pod and remember their magic. Please screenshot and email your 5 star reviews to contact@magichourpod.com and we will send you a free downloadable angelic meditation, and enter you to win an angel reading with Taylor Paige! The next Angel Reading giveaway will happen when we hit 222 5 star reviews on both Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Join the waitlist for a reading with Taylor here: https://angelsandamethyst.com/offerings/   Find Taylor's 3 part workshop series on Angelic Connection, Attracting a Soulmate Connection, and Healing the Witch wound here: https://angelsandamethyst.com/workshops/   Code 333 gives $33 off, plus, each student can email Taylor one question on the subject material per lesson. Join Taylor's email list at https://www.angelsandamethyst.com  to know when her monthly gatherings of Earth Angel Club are open for registration. Earth angel club is a monthly meeting of like-minded and magical people across the world. EAC includes an astrological and energetic overview, a guided meditation attuned to the current zodiac season, and for the highest ticket tier, a mini email angel reading. Each EAC member also has the option to skip the waitlist and sit with Taylor sooner for a reading.   Are you an aligned business owner that would like to advertise to our beautiful community of magical people? Please email contact@magichourpod.com ****** Editing by Ashley Riley  Music by Justin Fleuriel and Mandie Cheung. For more of their music check out @goodnightsband on instagram.   #magichour #witchypodcast #intuition #spirituality #angelicmessages #higherself #intuitiveguidance #spiritguides #astrologer #astrologytips #birthchart #zodiac #monthlyenergyreport #horoscope #collectiveenergy

Femi Corazon shares his inspiring journey from Iowa to global success, exploring how storytelling, human behavior, and AI intersect in creativity and business. Discover insights on cultural diversity, the power of authentic stories, and the future of AI in human experiences.Femi is EVP, Executive Creative Director at Rescue, The Behavior Change Agency. She is a creative leader by trade and a brand builder and storyteller by obsession, with deep experience where creativity, culture, and innovation drive real-world impact and growth. At Rescue, Femi leads award-winning, large-scale behavior change initiatives forpublic health organizations across the United States, leveraging branded marketing approaches to deliver integrated, multi-channel campaigns powered byinsight-led storytelling and culturally resonant creative. Prior to Rescue, Femi served as VP, Brand Creative at NBCUniversal, where she played a key role in the global rebrand for Universal Destinations & Experiences, associated brand campaigns, and upfront planning for the launch of EPIC Universe. Earlier in her career, she was Head of Creative at Little Dot Studios Americas, shaping modern, short-formstorytelling and brand engagement for brands including Google, Disney, and Expedia. Her broader experience spans technology, entertainment, and retail, with work for Snyders of Hanover, NBC Television, ABC, AT&T, Intel, Lenovo,T-Mobile, and Michelob. Across her career, Femi has led and mentored resilient, high-performing teams while delivering work grounded in clarity,craft, and emotional truth. A certified global Gallup Strengths Coach, she is deeply committed to compassionate leadership, craft excellence, and building cultures where people and ideas can thrive. She holds an MBA in Design Strategy from California College of the Arts and is based in Los Angeles, where she liveswith her dog, Zooey. Get In Touch With Femi:www.femicorazon.comhttps://linkedin.com/in/femicorazon/

Laurent and Gerard sit down with Paul O'Donnell, Partner at SchrodersGreencoat, a fund manager that has invested more than €13 billion and controls over 400 renewable energy assets across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Paul has spent 17 years at Greencoat and became Partner in 2022, following Schroders' acquisition of the platform, which itself was acquired by Nuveen in 2026. Greencoat has a distinctive structure, as it manages listed vehicles—historically known as YieldCos—designed to provide stable dividends to investors through long-term infrastructure assets.  The discussion begins with a deep dive into the evolution of the renewable energy sector over the past 10–15 years. The market has shifted from portfolios primarily backed by government-supported contracts to a more dynamic growth strategy built on active portfolio management, trading, power purchase agreements (PPAs) with hyperscalers, and the hybridisation of assets. A key milestone in this evolution has been the push toward vertical integration, illustrated by partnerships such as the Greencoat collaboration with CATL.  The conversation also explores the growing convergence between energy investors and real estate or digital infrastructure investors, particularly in the financing of datacenters. Energy supply and cooling infrastructure are becoming increasingly critical components of data centre investment strategies. While off-grid solutions are sometimes feasible in the United States—typically involving off-grid power combined with on-grid gas—such options remain very limited in Europe.Datacenters geography is also evolving. First-generation facilities were typically located close to major load centres and urban demand hubs, whereas second-generation developments are moving further away from large cities to areas where land and power availability are more abundant. This shift is driving strong interest in brownfield sites, including former coal plants, steel mills, and refineries.  The transition from a pure yield model to a growth-oriented strategy has been well received by the market, particularly after several years of lacklustre share price performance. This approach mirrors the playbook seen at Quinbrook and Intersect and is increasingly viewed as the winning strategy in the current market environment.  

In todays episode, we are joined by Caroline Rietz and Nikki Quartuccio as they take time to reflect on the impact that their connection chapel has had on their personal and professional lives. We discuss faith, how it intersects with political sceince, and dispel some of the assumptions of how these sectors interact. Politics and policy should be influenced by our values, not the other way around.

The panel explores fluoride removal, male infertility, and the media's failure to address the environmental toxicity crisis with the urgency it demands. #FluorideFacts #InfertilityCrisis #MediaSilence #HealthTalks

You're getting enough sleep, at least you think you are. Still, morning after morning, you're waking up tired, dragging through the day, and wondering what's wrong when you're doing everything "right." What if sleep isn't the whole story?  This episode explores why midlife women often struggle with fatigue even after a full night's rest, and how understanding the difference between sleep and true recovery can lead you toward feeling more energized and restored. Sleep and its relationship to midlife health can feel confusing and frustrating, especially as hormones shift and life demands pile up. Natalie Tysdal dives into the real reasons behind persistent tiredness, from chronic stress to blood sugar instability and the hidden effects of mental load. Drawing from three decades of health journalism and interviews with experts, Natalie brings a trusted, clear perspective to what's happening beneath the surface and how women can practically support their bodies and minds for better energy, sleep quality, and daily wellbeing. What you'll learn: Why sleep quantity isn't the same as sleep quality—and why both are distinct from true restoration How chronic stress in midlife affects your body's ability to recover, no matter how many hours you spend in bed The impact of blood sugar instability and hormonal shifts on sleep, energy, and mood Simple, realistic steps to support your nervous system and improve recovery (including the value of morning protein and evening wind-down routines) The link between mental load, stress patterns, and nighttime wake-ups How to break the loop of poor sleep, fatigue, and stress without adding more to your plate Links & Resources: Episode resources Website  Instagram Tiktok Facebook

The SAVE America Act and SB175 are both designed to ensure noncitizens (who are not allowed to vote in U.S. elections) do not cast ballots. But how might they affect South Dakota voters during the upcoming primary?

The secret to achieving your optimal health may not be in a pill or treatment, but in reconnecting your mind, body, and spirit. In this episode, I welcome Dr. Lisa Koche to discuss the power of holistic healing and how we can fill the gaps left by traditional medicine.  Dr. Koche shares her personal journey of surviving childhood leukemia and heart failure, and how these experiences inspired her to seek the root causes of illness rather than simply treating symptoms. We talk about mitochondrial health and how stress, trauma, and even emotional suppression can directly impact our energy levels.  We also explore the cutting-edge world of bioenergetics, discussing how frequencies and consciousness play a critical role in healing and longevity. If you're ready to explore new ways to optimize your energy, this one is for you!   "Hormones, supplements, and peptides are all amazing things. But if your cell membrane is in lockdown and your mitochondria are signaling mayday, then this stuff isn't going to work." ~ Dr. Lisa Koche In This Episode: - Dr. Koche's journey from childhood leukemia to becoming a doctor - Why mitochondrial health is key to energy and vitality - How stress and trauma impact mitochondrial function - Why nervous system regulation is critical for physical vitality - Connecting spirituality and consciousness with biology - Bioenergetics tools and devices explained - How mindset, energy, and self-awareness shift biochemistry - Longevity vs. vitality: The four phases of healing - Reclaiming sovereignty and control over your health - The central message of her upcoming book   Products & Resources Mentioned: Dr. Lisa Koche's Upcoming Book, The Unwritten Prescription:  https://a.co/d/00A2cdPG  Bon Charge Blue Light Blocking Glasses: Get 15% off sitewide with code WENDY at https://boncharge.com  P600 Ceramic Cookware by Chef's Foundry: Currently 50% off, with an additional 20% off for listeners using code WENDY20 at https://chefsfoundry.com  Tru Energy Skincare Serum: Get a special deal at https://trytruenergy.com/wendy  Organifi Collagen: Save 20% with code MYERSDETOX at https://organifi.com/myersdetox  Heavy Metals Quiz: Find out your toxicity score and receive a free video series on detoxification at https://heavymetalsquiz.com    About Dr. Lisa Koche: Dr. Lisa Saff Koche, M.D., is a triple board-certified physician, functional medicine and longevity expert, and quantum energy practitioner. She is the founder and director of Spectra Wellness Clinic and Longevity Center, an international speaker, author, and Tony Robbins' lead physician for his Life Mastery Health Program. Specializing in anti-aging and biohacking through regenerative, traditional, and integrative medicine, Dr. Koche is a truth seeker paving the way for access to unbiased science and medical freedom. Her own experiences with childhood leukemia and heart failure from chemo have driven her focus on finding the root cause of the disease rather than merely treating symptoms. You can learn more about her work at spectrawellness.com.    Disclaimer The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, ITI hosted its annual premier tech policy summit, The Intersect, where tech CEOs, top policymakers, and industry visionaries explored how America will chart the future of global innovation. Catch up on the full program and hear from leaders in industry, Congress, and the Trump Administration on where tech is headed next. 

At the intersection of cutting-edge science and agricultural industry improvement is a company called C-Lock. Don Zimmerman is the Precision Livestock Advisor with the company. Boasting accurate data that easily translates to action steps for producers, he explains some of the company’s technology that producers can easily integrate into their operations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Brady & Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast discuss: 1 - Doug Ford says he has no idea who a Liberal leadership candidate is 2 - U.S. falls short again in WBC final as Venezuela stuns star-studded roster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Intersect 360 Research CEO Addison Snell talks in depth about the AI innovations powering the Genesis Mission with Assc. Laboratory Director Gina Tourassi from the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Sponsored by HPE and AMD.

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“This is not an offensive play. It's a defensive play. It's a must win.”That's how Sheldon Kimber describes AI for companies like Google.If your business depends on organizing and serving information, AI isn't optional. It's existential.And if AI is existential, power becomes strategic.In this conversation — recorded before Google's acquisition of Intersect Power — Sheldon lays out the durable thesis that led here:The U.S. grid isn't collapsing.It just can't scale.Transmission is stalled.Business models are misaligned.Permitting reform won't arrive in time.So instead of waiting for the grid to be fixed, Intersect built around it.Gigawatt-scale co-location.Wind, solar, batteries.Flexible gas.Control systems designed to act as one asset.The result? A hybrid solution that can deliver four-nines reliability - potentially more reliable than the grid itself.This isn't about chasing incentives.It's about building a better product.In this episode:

ResourcesWork with Ali:https://www.instagram.com/aliofstedal/https://www.aliofstedal.com/Ali's Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soul-archaeology-an-astrology-podcast/id1701267948Repurpose Ai: Streamline your content creation and repurpose effortlessly with ⁠Repurpose Ai⁠.Later Content Scheduling: Simplify your social media strategy with ⁠Later⁠.Flodesk: Elevate your email marketing with Flodesk – get 50% off your first year using ⁠this link⁠.Other Resources:Submit a question to be featured on the podcast and receive live coaching! Send a voice note or fill out the⁠ question form⁠.Where To Find Us:Instagram:⁠ @sigma.wmn⁠TikTok:⁠ @sigma.wmn⁠Newsletter:⁠ Subscribe here⁠Threads:⁠ @sigma.wmn⁠In this expansive and deeply grounded conversation, Clara is joined by Soul Archaeologist Ali Ofstedal to explore how astrology, somatic work and parts work intersect to support sustainable business growth and personal evolution. Together, they unpack why true expansion is not created through hustle or chaos, but through nervous system regulation, self-responsibility and aligned structure.Ali shares how understanding inner parts, especially the least expanded or younger aspects of ourselves, is essential for women business owners who want to lead with integrity and consistency. This episode also explores what is shifting energetically as we move towards 2026, including the Saturn–Neptune conjunction, and why now is the time to prioritise systems, peace and embodied leadership.This conversation offers a powerful reframe around masculine containment in business, showing how structure can actually create more feminine spaciousness, creativity and rest. It is a grounded, honest discussion for women business owners who are ready to step out of survival mode and into their most resourced, expanded self.Tune in to hear:Why parts work is essential for long-term success in business.What the astrology of 2026 is inviting us to focus on for sustainable expansion.How masculine structure can create more rest, creativity and nervous system safety.Why self-responsibility and completion are key to authentic confidence.Find the Complete Show Notes Here → ⁠https://sigmawmn.com/podcast⁠In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why understanding your inner parts supports consistency, leadership and business growth.How somatic work and astrology work together to create grounded expansion.What energetic themes are emerging for 2026 and how to prepare for them.Why structure and containment are essential for rest, creativity and longevity in business.Themes & Time Stamps:0:00 Introduction – Soul Archaeologist Ali Ofstedal1:46 Highest Values for 2026 3:00 Long-term Planning and Nervous System Work5:30 Building Systems for Freedom and Sustainability9:10 What Soul Archaeology Is12:00 Self-Responsibility and Co-Creation16:21 Containers, Completion and Transformation19:45 2026 Astrology and Expansion Themes24:14 Parts Work and Inner Child Healing34:00 Masculine Containment and Feminine Spaciousness36:16 Year-Long Zodiac Cohort and Group Work38:13 Closing Reflections

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Read the shownotes and full transcript on our site: growyourcreditunion.com There's nothing wrong with using AI to speed up your work. But when you start relying on it to do your job, well, your peers start to notice. "AI workslop" forces your colleagues to interpret, correct, and redo the work you were supposed to finish and they definitely resent you for it. This episode was recorded LIVE from CU Intersect 2026 in New Orleans.  In this episode: How AI workslop wastes two hours per incident and erodes trust Who's responsible when AI vendors mess up Why 56% of leaders burned out last year Whether traditional branches are still necessary Questions from the audience on technology and AI education Host: Joshua Barclay  Co-host: Elizabeth Osborne, COO at Great Lakes Credit Union Sponsored Guest: Jack Smith, CEO and Co-founder of Pure IT A huge thanks to our sponsor, Pure IT For nearly 10 years, Pure IT has helped credit unions modernize technology, strengthen cybersecurity, and build mission-aligned roadmaps. They meet you where you are, prioritize strategy, and reduce complexity. With deep cloud, security, and planning expertise, Pure IT helps credit unions operate securely and confidently. Learn more at pureitcuso.com today.  

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(Episode #316) If you've ever wondered how to stay conscious, creative, and connected in a world that feels increasingly loud, fast, and a little unhinged, this conversation is going to feel like a much-needed exhale.Today, I'm sitting down with artist, author, and comedian Ramin Nazer for a thoughtful, funny, and refreshingly honest exploration of spirituality, self-expression, and what it really means to stay grounded while everything around us keeps speeding up.Ramin and I talk about the role creativity plays in emotional regulation, why humor is one of the most underrated spiritual tools we have, and how embracing the absurdity of life can actually bring us closer to clarity rather than chaos.We explore consciousness, influence, AI, cancel culture, and the strange performance of modern life all through the lens of art, intuition, and personal responsibility. This is one of those conversations that leaves you feeling both entertained and quietly expanded.In this episode we're talking about: 00:00 Exploring Consciousness and Creativity18:20 The Role of Humor in Spirituality23:19 Going Through Life's Absurdities27:18 The Intersection of Art and Spiritual Guidance38:06 The Bait Culture and AI's Role54:31 The Responsibility of Influence01:08:20 Controversial Content and Cancel CultureRamin shares how humor, creativity, and self-awareness help him stay regulated, grounded, and connected in an overstimulated world, reminding us that depth doesn't have to be heavy, and growth doesn't have to feel like pressure.Stay in touch with Ramin Nazer here: https://raminnazer.com/http://www.instagram.com/RaminNazerhttp://www.youtube.com/RaminNazerhttp://www.patreon.com/RaminNazerhttp://www.facebook.com/RaminNazerhttp://www.twitter.com/RaminNazerTake my FREE quiz! What's your intuitive style? Discover your unique intuitive gifts with my free quiz:http://zoeygreco.com/quizMeet me in the studio. Watch this full episode and see all the magic unfold on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EMD3F9QAziIDid you love this episode? The Higher Self Hotline Team lovingly asks for your support! We'd be eternally grateful if you'd rate, review, and subscribe! We want to make sure you never miss a dose of divine guidance.If this conversation resonated with you, we hope you share it with someone you think would connect with the message. Stay connected with us and your higher self! Follow Zoey on socials. Connect with Zoey here: Instagram: @thezoeygrecoTikTok:

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Rev Bro Jan L. Beaderstadt, a member and past master of Copper Country Lodge No. 135, Hancock, Michigan; a member and junior warden of Bowring Lodge No. 414, Standish, Michigan; and editor of the Michigan Masonic Publication, From Point-to-Pointe, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. As a new entered apprentice, I stood and looked at that circle with the two parallel lines, and at my proficiency examination, recited it with perfection. But what does this really mean to me, a man and a Mason? And why the Sts. John? Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions. When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Patricia: Real connection with real people.Sustainability, community impact, and empowerment are at the heart of Patricia Gillmore's mission with GGirls Closet LLC. As the CEO and founder, Patricia has built more than just a thrift store—she's created a hybrid model that combines resale fashion with meaningful community partnerships. Through innovative collaborations with Title I schools and nonprofits, Patricia is proving that thrifting can be a powerful force for good.“Our first point of opening was to help recycle, right, help reduce the landfill waste,” Patricia explained in today's episode. But GGirls Closet quickly became much more than a sustainability initiative. Patricia developed a consignment model that allows schools and nonprofits to generate revenue from donated clothing. “We do a consignment contract with them … they would get 40% of every item that is sold,” she said, describing how her business supports local communities.Patricia's journey began in 2013 when she launched her first boutique with her mother, inspired by their shared love of thrifting. Over the years, GGirls Closet has evolved into a hybrid e-commerce and brick-and-mortar store with a global reach. Patricia's mission grew to include partnerships with schools and nonprofits, where she organizes clothing drives and distributes donation bins. She emphasizes that the initiative isn't money-driven but rather about giving back. “If you need to clean out your closet, put it to a good cause,” she said.In addition to her consignment program, Patricia recently completed a successful Honeycomb Credit campaign, raising funds to expand her operations. The capital will support upgrades like a new point-of-sale system, improvements to the store's workspace, and even a stipend program for students participating in job training. “It was one of the most fulfilling things I've ever done,” she said of the crowdfunding experience.Patricia's vision is ambitious. She plans to franchise her model to impact more communities, expanding GGirls Closet's mission of sustainability and economic empowerment. Her story is a testament to the impact a for-profit business can have when it's guided by purpose and community values.By combining her entrepreneurial skills with a deep commitment to giving back, Patricia is redefining what it means to run a socially conscious business.tl;dr:GGirls Closet LLC combines sustainability and community impact by repurposing clothing to reduce landfill waste.CEO Patricia Gillmore partners with schools and nonprofits, helping them generate revenue through consignment programs.Patricia's recent crowdfunding campaign raised funds to expand operations and increase community impact.She shared how her superpower of “real connection” drives her success through collaboration and relationship-building.Patricia plans to franchise GGirls Closet to bring her mission of empowerment and sustainability to more communities.How to Develop Real Connection As a SuperpowerPatricia's superpower is her ability to connect deeply and authentically with people and organizations. She describes it as “real connection with real people,” explaining that her success comes from listening attentively, asking open-ended questions, and tailoring solutions to meet the needs of schools, nonprofits, and businesses. “The connecting really just comes with learning to talk,” Patricia said, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and authentic communication in building relationships. Her approach has helped her grow GGirls Closet into a community-driven business that serves over 10 nonprofits and Title I schools.Patricia shared an inspiring example of using her superpower to secure a contract with New Legacy, a nonprofit school for super seniors. She developed a program that allows students to earn real-world work credits by working at GGirls Closet. This partnership helps students graduate while gaining valuable job experience. With additional funding from her recent Honeycomb campaign, Patricia plans to introduce a stipend for participating students and create pathways for job placement after graduation. Her ability to collaborate with the school and design a mutually beneficial program exemplifies her talent for connecting with others to make a difference.Tips for Developing This Superpower:Listen Actively: Pay close attention to others' needs and ask open-ended questions to gather insights.Practice Communication: Rehearse conversations or networking scenarios to build confidence before important meetings.Collaborate Generously: Approach partnerships with the mindset of solving problems together rather than focusing on individual gains.Build Authentic Relationships: Focus on integrity and trust when forming connections, as Patricia describes with her “my word is bond” philosophy.Be Adaptive: Tailor your approach to fit the unique needs of each person or organization you engage with.By following Patricia's example and advice, you can make real connection a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfilePatricia Gillmore (she/her):CEO/Founder, GGirls Closet LLCAbout GGirls Closet LLC: GGirls Closet is a unique hybrid boutique based in Aurora, Colorado, with a powerful social mission. We partner with Title I schools, nonprofits, and small businesses by offering consignment accounts that turn resale into a funding opportunity. Through local clothing drives, they recycle only community-donated clothing, selling it through their extensive inventory both online and in-store.There is a return 40% of the proceeds to their partners:Schools receive checks to support student councils and school events.Nonprofits gain funding for classes and essential programs.Small businesses host events in the retail space and receive a portion of the sales to support their missions.This innovative model has made GGirls Closet a staple in the community and a standout example of a for-profit business with a strong commitment to social impact.Website: ggirlscloset.netCompany Facebook Page: facebook.com/ggirlsclosetllcInstagram Handle: @ggirlscloset Other URL: 303magazine.com/2022/10/ggirls-closet-is-a-brand-for-the-community , amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/72IPEQRI2ISD, and invest.honeycombcredit.com/campaigns/GGirls-ClosetBiographical Information: Patricia Gillmore is the founder and owner of GGirls Closet, a community-driven resale boutique based in Aurora, Colorado. Since 2013, she has pioneered the state's first for-profit boutique of its kind, operating through a hybrid online and brick-and-mortar model that reinvests directly into local communities. Through strategic partnerships with Title I schools, nonprofits, and small businesses, GGirls Closet returns 40% of consignment proceeds to support educational initiatives, community programs, and small business growth. Under Patricia's leadership, GGirls Closet has become a recognized force in sustainable fashion and social enterprise. She collaborates with Aurora Public Schools to educate students on sustainable shopping and conscious consumption, helping cultivate environmentally aware future consumers. Her work has earned GGirls Closet recognition as Mile High's 3rd Best Women's Store and features in 303 Magazine. Beyond retail, Patricia continues to strengthen community ties through clothing drives, local events, and food distribution efforts—demonstrating a business model where profitability and purpose go hand in hand.LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/patricia-gillmore-b5323975Personal Facebook Profile: facebook.com/patricia.gillmoreSupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include RISE Robotics, and Crowdfunding Made Simple. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact Members(We're grateful for every one of these community champions who make this work possible.)Brian Christie, Brainsy | Cameron Neil, Lend For Good | Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Hiten Sonpal, RISE Robotics | John Berlet, CORE Tax Deeds, LLC. | Justin Starbird, The Aebli Group | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Mark Grimes, Networked Enterprise Development | Matthew Mead, Hempitecture | Michael Pratt, Qnetic | Mike Green, Envirosult | Dr. Nicole Paulk, Siren Biotechnology | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Sharon Samjitsingh, Health Care Originals | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.SuperGreen Live, January 22–24, 2026, livestreaming globally. Organized by Green2Gold and The Super Crowd, Inc., this three-day event will spotlight the intersection of impact crowdfunding, sustainable innovation, and climate solutions. Featuring expert-led panels, interactive workshops, and live pitch sessions, SuperGreen Live brings together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and activists to explore how capital and climate action can work hand in hand. With global livestreaming, VIP networking opportunities, and exclusive content, this event will empower participants to turn bold ideas into real impact. Don't miss your chance to join tens of thousands of changemakers at the largest virtual sustainability event of the year. Learn more about sponsoring the event here. Interested in speaking? Apply here. Support our work with a tax-deductible donation here.Demo Day at SuperGreen Live. Apply now to present at the SuperGreen Live Demo Day session on January 22! The application window is closing soon; apply today at 4sc.fun/sgdemo. The Demo Day session is open to innovators in the field of climate solutions and sustainability who are NOT currently raising under Regulation Crowdfunding.Live Pitch at SuperGreen Live. Apply now to pitch at the SuperGreen Live—Live Pitch on January 23! The application window closes January 5th; apply today at s4g.biz/sgapply. The Live Pitch is open to innovators in the field of climate solutions and sustainability who ARE currently raising under Regulation Crowdfunding.SuperCrowd Impact Member Networking Session: Impact (and, of course, Max-Impact) Members of the SuperCrowd are invited to a private networking session on January 27th at 1:30 PM ET/10:30 AM PT. Mark your calendar. We'll send private emails to Impact Members with registration details.Community Event CalendarSuccessful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events.Join UGLY TALK: Women Tech Founders in San Francisco on January 29, 2026, an energizing in-person gathering of 100 women founders focused on funding strategies and discovering SuperCrowd as a powerful alternative for raising capital.If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 10,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.Manage the volume of emails you receive from us by clicking here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

Daily Border Crossings partnered with The Siena School for this special edition episode on Transracial Adoption: A Conversation about Parenthood and Family when Love Race and Identity Intersect where panelists give relevant, thoughtful, necessary tips and pointers for navigating successfully across cultures and difference.Host Samantha Fletcher has an insightful, must-hear conversation with esteemed panelists Beverly Clarke and Christopher Brown on transracial adoption and how the experiences and needs are not unlike other adoptive families in many ways…and also are unique in certain ways. Guests explore complexities via first person lived experience and professional expertise. Our panelists will discuss the opportunities and challenges of raising and supporting children across racial and cultural lines, supporting parents and offering insight for educators and community members seeking to foster inclusive and affirming environments. Panelists are:Beverly Clarke, a former Siena parent, currently serves as the Senior Director of Clinical & Support Services at The Barker Adoption Foundation.  In her role with Barker, Bev is responsible for managing, developing, implementing, and providing oversight and quality assurance for the clinical aspects of the work provided by the agency's adoption and support programs. Christopher Brown is the Dean of Equity and Belonging at Brewster Academy in New Hampshire; prior to Brewster, Christopher worked as an Academic Support teacher, Diversity Coordinator, coach, and advisor. He is a transracial adoptee, having been adopted by white parents, and he shares his story to impact the narrative on transracial adoption.Find Daily Border Crossings podcast at:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-border-crossings/id1517113315YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dailybordercrossingspodcas3258Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2U9ZjlsMZiE2dnRrdlP1BG Reach Samantha Fletcher at dailybordercrossings@gmail.com www.SamanthaFletcher.com

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Communities that endure rarely happen by accident. They are shaped by intentional design and a deep understanding of place. Lew Oliver, founder and principal of Lew Oliver, Inc., joins Host Carol Morgan on the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to share his perspective on traditional neighborhood development and the long-term value of thoughtful planning. What does “timeless” really mean in today's housing market? For Oliver, timeless design is not rooted in architectural trends or short-term market appeal. Instead, it is a disciplined approach that places the town — not the individual building — at the center of every decision. A truly timeless place accommodates a wide range of people, lifestyles and life stages while maintaining coherence and character over generations. Oliver often looks to older, storied cities around the world for inspiration. Oliver said, “The things that made these iconic towns were that the buildings were absolutely stunning and well designed and executed, and they shaped the entire community in ways that just single houses could never do.” That philosophy extends beyond massing and layout to the finer points of design. Oliver emphasizes the importance of architectural detailing that feels generous and intentional, with buildings that contribute to the public realm rather than retreat from it. In well-designed towns, staircases, porches and facades extend into streets and plazas, reinforcing a sense of shared space and civic life. Materials also play a critical role in achieving longevity. Local materials are often preferred because they weather gracefully over time, gaining character rather than appearing dated as styles change. Timeless places resist easy categorization because they are grounded in enduring principles rather than fleeting tastes. What is traditional neighborhood development? At the heart of Oliver's work is traditional neighborhood development (TND), a planning approach that prioritizes people, relationships and daily experience over traffic counts and lot yield. “Traditional neighborhood development means that the placement and the detailing of the buildings support creating great places and great streets that prioritize the pedestrian over the car.” That shift in priority has cascading effects on how communities are planned and built. Elements such as rear-loaded alleys, narrower streets, front-facing porches and carefully proportioned setbacks serve as essential tools for creating social streetscapes, allowing homes and buildings to engage the sidewalk directly. In contrast, auto-centric environments often place buildings behind parking lots and wide roadways, making meaningful interaction nearly impossible. In those settings, scale is dictated by speed and vehicle movement rather than human perception, frequently resulting in isolation despite physical proximity. Walkable streets and well-defined public spaces naturally encourage casual encounters — neighbors meeting on a porch, residents stopping to talk on a sidewalk or people lingering in shared green spaces. Oliver describes these everyday interactions as foundational to building trust, belonging and community resilience. Tune into the full episode for deeper insight into timeless placemaking, traditional neighborhood development and why human-scale design continues to resonate. Learn more about Lew Oliver and his work at www.lewoliverinc.com. About Lew Oliver, Inc. Lew Oliver, Inc. is an Atlanta-area design and master planning firm that creates thoughtful, human-centered communities and building plans rooted in principles of New Urbanism. The company specializes in whole town solutions, architectural products and developer services that integrate walkability, contextual design and environmental responsiveness. Its work emphasizes authentic design and harmonious proportions that enhance quality of life. Podcast Thanks Thank you to Denim Marketing for sponsoring Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Known as a trendsetter, Denim Marketing has been blogging since 2006 and podcasting since 2011. Contact them when you need quality, original content for social media, public relations, blogging, email marketing and promotions. A comfortable fit for companies of all shapes and sizes, Denim Marketing understands marketing strategies are not one-size-fits-all. The agency works with your company to create a perfectly tailored marketing strategy that will suit your needs and niche. Try Denim Marketing on for size by calling 770-383-3360 or by visiting www.DenimMarketing.com. About Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio, presented by Denim Marketing, highlights the movers and shakers in the Atlanta real estate industry – the home builders, developers, Realtors and suppliers working to provide the American dream for Atlantans. For more information on how you can be featured as a guest, contact Denim Marketing at 770-383-3360 or fill out the Atlanta Real Estate Forum contact form. Subscribe to the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast on iTunes, and if you like this week's show, be sure to rate it. Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio was recently honored on FeedSpot's Top 100 Atlanta Podcasts, ranking 16th overall and number one out of all ranked real estate podcasts. The post Lew Oliver: How Traditional Neighborhood Development & Walkability Intersect appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

This week on The KORE Women podcast, Dr. Summer Watson has the opportunity to speak with Andrea Bernal Llanos, who is a project manager, university professor, and civic tech advocate who's leading transformational work at the intersection of communication, education, and social impact. From launching clean air initiatives in California to mentoring at NASA-supported hackathons, she shares her story of how knowledge, leadership, and digital strategy can empower communities and drive change.  You can follow Andrea Bernal Llanos on LinkedIn and at: www.mos.org Thank you for taking the time to listen to the KORE Women podcast and being a part of the KORE Women experience. You can listen to The KORE Women podcast on your favorite podcast directory - Pandora, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, JioSaavn, Amazon and at: www.KOREWomen.com/podcast.  Please leave your comments and reviews about the podcast and check out KORE Women on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.  You can also learn more about Dr. Summer Watson, MHS, PhD, KORE Women, LLC, the KORE Women podcast, KORE Business Solutions (a Virtual Assistant service) and Cross-Generational Consultation Services by going to: www.korewomen.com. #TheKOREWomenPodcast #SocialInnovation #WomenInLeadership #LatinAmericanVoices #CitizenEngagement

Sheldon Kimber is CEO and Founder of Intersect, a provider of power solutions to the industries of tomorrow. In his prior role as COO of Recurrent Energy, he led the company's development, origination, EPC, and operations activities globally and helped lead its expansion from a five person start-up to a leading, utility-scale developer, eventually delivering 2GW of COD. Sheldon joined Recurrent Energy in 2007 having previously worked at Calpine, Goldman Sachs, and Accenture. He holds a BA from Kenyon College and an MBA from UC Berkeley Haas School of Business, where he taught project finance for almost 10 years. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Choose investors for alignment, not valuation. The right partners share your vision and support your governance. 2. Curiosity drives innovation. A culture of 'why not?' opens new pathways to scale and resilience. 3. Earn your edge through experience. Success comes from putting in the reps, learning the system, and then building something better. Check out the website to find Sheldon's blog and contact info. They are hiring across multiple roles - Intersect Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Intuit QuickBooks - Transform your cash flow and your business. Check out QuickBooks Money Tools today. Learn more at QuickBooks.com/money. Terms apply. Money movement services are provided by Intuit Payments Inc., licensed as a Money Transmitter by the New York State Department of Financial Services.  

Jesse Bryant (Yale) and Dieter Plehwe (University of Kassel) join us for a look at the intersection between the rise of rightwing populism and increasing resistance to acting on climate, with a particular focus on rising authoritarianism in the U.S., UK, and Europe. For more on this topic, check out the book Climate Obstruction: A Global Assessment (also downloadable free after Oct 14th!): https://global.oup.com/academic/product/climate-obstruction-9780197787151?cc=us&lang=en& Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices