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Consumer confidence is down in the dumps. We got lots of retail earnings reports this week, and they hinted at the continued K-shape of our economy, where wealthier consumers spend and buoy retailers while lower-income consumers scale back. What does this mean for retailers like Dollar General, Kohl's, Walmart, and Amazon? Then, we'll recap escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada and how they could hit the automotive industry particularly hard.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.

Consumer confidence is down in the dumps. We got lots of retail earnings reports this week, and they hinted at the continued K-shape of our economy, where wealthier consumers spend and buoy retailers while lower-income consumers scale back. What does this mean for retailers like Dollar General, Kohl's, Walmart, and Amazon? Then, we'll recap escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada and how they could hit the automotive industry particularly hard.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.

This week we're joined by Michael Cochren, the soul-and-blues frontman of Cochren & Co. He talks about the eight years he spent waiting on an answer from God and why he refuses to say God is good just because things finally worked out. We spotlight the band's new album, 'Runs in the Blood.'In RELEVANT Buzz, Cory Asbury posted and deleted a shirtless workout photo, apologized for it and then got roasted by every friend he has in Christian music. Also, survivors launched the first national database of Protestant leaders accused of abuse, years after the SBC voted to build one and then let it die. And The Promised Land, the Moses workplace mockumentary that started as a YouTube pilot, just signed Lionsgate and got a second season.In Slices, Columbia House is finally shutting down, which mostly raises the question of how it was still open, and one of us confesses to running a stack of accounts under slightly different names to get free CDs as a teenager. And a woman in New Zealand went into cardiac arrest in a supermarket parking lot, got revived by a stranger and then got a parking ticket for it. Also in here: a follow-up on the resting heart rate situation, a public service announcement about energy drinks, and the actual reason last week's episode showed up five days late.One Has to Go closes it out. And we're still taking answers to last week's question: What's something you wish you'd known going into your freshman year of college? Drop it in the comments or @ us. We're running your answers in a piece this week.Highlights:01:21 — Marty's new house and the California no-AC problem 04:07 — Is the house haunted 06:15 — The resting heart rate follow-up and a Celsius warning 07:48 — C4, Sour Patch Kids flavor and two hours of pins and needles 11:35 — David Blaine, stunt magic and the four kinds of magician 19:15 — Emily is podcasting from what appears to be a TJ Maxx dressing room 21:04 — Kohl's cash 22:13 — RELEVANT Buzz: Cory Asbury takes down the shirtless photo and apologizes 28:08 — Survivors launch the first national database of accused Protestant abusers 30:09 — The Promised Land gets a second season and Lionsgate 31:33 — Michael Cochren of Cochren & Co. 39:12 — Slices: Columbia House is shutting down after 71 years 43:34 — She died in a parking lot and still got a ticket 48:34 — Why last week's episode was late 50:05 — One Has to GoAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Should Nancy get cattle? Jason Aldean wants to get rid of social media. Joey doesn't like telling people where he works. Someone is trying to make a full list of stores that have ever been at West Town Mall. Nancy's kids have been arguing about her daughter moving. Joey, Nancy, and Karly role play their text conversation. Joey gets overwhelmed in Kohl's. If you could only listen to one type of music for a year, what would you choose from these options? Lucky 7 for $50 to Copper Cellar Joey was embarrassed at grocery store story after his son loudly referred to a giant bottle of dish soap as "thickums" at the same moment a larger woman walked by. Gross things people have seen at restaurants Group Therapy: My kids' stepmom wants to be called "mom"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should Nancy get cattle? Jason Aldean wants to get rid of social media. Joey doesn't like telling people where he works. Someone is trying to make a full list of stores that have ever been at West Town Mall. Nancy's kids have been arguing about her daughter moving. Joey, Nancy, and Karly role play their text conversation. Joey gets overwhelmed in Kohl's. If you could only listen to one type of music for a year, what would you choose from these options? Lucky 7 for $50 to Copper Cellar Joey was embarrassed at grocery store story after his son loudly referred to a giant bottle of dish soap as "thickums" at the same moment a larger woman walked by. Gross things people have seen at restaurants Group Therapy: My kids' stepmom wants to be called "mom"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the clothes touching your skin every day are quietly exposing you to chemicals you never agreed to wear? In this eye-opening conversation, Chris Kolbe pulls back the curtain on the plastic-heavy clothing industry, revealing the hidden chemicals, questionable dyes, PFAS, and “recycled” materials that can turn your closet into a potential source of exposure. We dive into the most important swaps to make, how to identify truly cleaner fabrics and underwear, why European standards often differ from those in the U.S., and whether you really have to sacrifice performance to choose healthier clothing. Plus, Chris explains the science behind HyperNatural's innovative Hyper-Cool Jade™ technology and shares his vision for transforming the apparel industry from the inside out.Chris Kolbe is the cognizant founder of HyperNatural, which he launched in 2022 after recognizing the overlooked health potential of bio-based materials in an apparel industry dominated by plastic-heavy synthetics. He saw what consumers were up against: the “Perfect Problem” of opaque systems pushing chemical-loaded performance fabrics into closets and onto skin with little awareness. Through HyperNatural, he is building a premium wellness apparel brand and bio-based materials platform powered by patented nano fiber technology called Hyper-Cool Jade™ to create a cleaner, higher-performing alternative to the synthetic / chemical status quo.With more than 30 years of experience across apparel, retail, merchandising, design, and brand building, Chris has held senior executive leadership roles at some of the industry's most recognized brands and retailers, including Polo Ralph Lauren, Urban Outfitters, J.Crew, and Kohl's, as well as serving as President of Lands' End.SHOW NOTES:0:38 Welcome to the podcast!4:23 About Chris Kolbe5:32 Welcome him to the show!6:30 The state of our clothing supply chain8:42 The real problem with plastic12:38 Beware of the $20 t-shirt15:16 The most important swaps to make17:15 Can you avoid PFAS?19:06 European vs American standards23:50 Natural “biomaterials” to look for26:24 Hypercool Jade27:44 Toxic vs safe dyes30:11 Hypernatural philosophy & health benefits32:05 Safe standards to look for when shopping37:45 Clean underwear40:10 Golf + feedback from our husbands!42:15 Why you can have both performance and clean45:29 What we want in clean athleisure48:25 How to create change in the industry49:25 Is “recycled clothing” clean?54:34 More about Hypernatural55:43 His final advice58:05 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES: https://hypernaturalstyle.com/IG: @hypernaturalstyleTikTok: @hypernaturalstyleSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Hand aufs Herz: Die meisten von uns haben keinen Gewölbekeller und keinen teuren Klimaschrank. Und trotzdem wollen wir, dass unser Wein nicht leidet. Lou erklärt heute, was Wein wirklich braucht – und verrät fünf ganz praktische Hacks, wie ihr eure Flaschen auch in einer normalen Wohnung richtig unterbringt. Ganz ohne Spezial-Equipment. Spoiler: Unterm Bett ist keine schlechte Idee. Wein der Woche Finca de la Vega Reserva – La Mancha DO, Spanien | Rheinberg Kellerei Ein spanischer Reserva aus dem sonnenverwöhnten La Mancha – Merlot und Tempranillo, 16 Monate in amerikanischen Eichenfässern gereift und danach weitere zwei Jahre auf der Flasche. Das Ergebnis: tiefrote Farbe, komplexes Aroma, volles Mundgefühl. Vanille und ein Hauch Holz in der Nase, dazu dunkle Früchte, reife Kirsche und eine runde, weiche Tanninstruktur. Kräftig, aber ausbalanciert – ideal zu dunklem Fleisch, Wildgerichten und kräftigem Käse. Erhältlich bei EDEKA und edeka24.de Weinlexikon: L wie Lichtschaden / Light Strike Lichtschaden – auf Englisch „light strike"" – entsteht, wenn Wein zu lange Licht ausgesetzt ist, vor allem UV-Strahlung aus direktem Sonnenlicht. Das Licht zerstört bestimmte Verbindungen im Wein und lässt Fehlaromen entstehen, die oft nach nasser Pappe, Kohl oder feuchter Wolle riechen. Besonders empfindlich sind helle Weißweine, Rosés und Schaumweine in hellen Glasflaschen. Genau deshalb werden Weine traditionell in dunkelgrüne oder braune Flaschen abgefüllt – das getönte Glas wirkt wie eine Sonnenbrille. Die gute Nachricht: normales Zimmerlicht macht dem Wein kaum etwas aus, bleicht höchstens das Etikett aus. Gefährlich ist vor allem direktes Sonnenlicht – also Flaschen niemals auf die sonnige Fensterbank stellen.

Über Süße reden alle. Über Bitter fast niemand – dabei hat kein anderer Geschmack so lange darüber entschieden, was der Mensch schluckt und was er wieder ausspuckt. Maik Behrens leitet am Leibniz-Institut für Lebensmittel-Systembiologie die Arbeitsgruppe Taste & Odor Systems Reception. Er erforscht Bitterrezeptoren auf molekularer Ebene – und benutzt dabei die menschliche Zunge so selten wie möglich. Der Grund ist banal: Wer Strychnin vermessen will, kann es keinem Sensorik-Panel vorsetzen. Stattdessen arbeitet sein Labor mit dem, was die Presse gern künstliche Zunge nennt. Menschliche Bitterrezeptoren wandern in Zellkulturen, die mit Geschmack nichts zu tun haben. In Testschalen mit 96 Vertiefungen misst eine Maschine, ab welcher Konzentration ein Rezeptor anspringt. Eine Viertelstunde pro Durchgang, am Ende steht eine exakte Zahl – etwas, das ein menschlicher Proband nie liefern kann. Dass Menschen so unterschiedlich schmecken, zeigt Behrens am Rezeptor TAS2R38. Rund 70 Prozent der Europäerinnen und Europäer tragen die funktionierende Variante und empfinden Kohl und Brokkoli als deutlich bitter. Die übrigen 30 Prozent bemerken davon fast nichts. Der Streit am Sonntagstisch lässt sich also genetisch klären. Der überraschendste Fund steckt in einem Patent von 1955. Cyclamat und Saccharin schmecken einzeln in hoher Konzentration bitter. Mischt man sie im Verhältnis neun zu eins, verschwindet die Bitterkeit. Sechzig Jahre lang nutzte die Industrie das, ohne zu wissen, warum. Die Gruppe von Behrens fand die Erklärung: Jeder der beiden Stoffe blockiert genau die Bitterrezeptoren, die der andere aktiviert. Zwei Moleküle, und schon war die Wirkung nicht vorhersehbar. Ein Lebensmittel enthält Hunderte. Daraus wurde ein eigenes Forschungsfeld: Bitterblocker. Einen fand das Labor gemeinsam mit einer amerikanischen Firma, einen zweiten in einer Pflanze, aus der man früher Absinth herstellte. Der praktische Nutzen liegt weniger im Supermarktregal als in der Apotheke – bei Fiebersäften und Medikamenten für Kleinkinder, die man heute mit sehr viel Süße übertüncht, weil es nicht anders geht. Dazu ein Aha-Moment für alle, die schon einmal etwas als „metallisch" beschrieben haben: Das ist kein Geschmack. Das ist Geruch. Nase zuhalten genügt als Beweis. Und wer bei Schnupfen sagt, er schmecke nichts mehr, liegt sachlich daneben. Ein Satz bleibt besonders hängen: Geschmacksrezeptoren kennt die Wissenschaft erst seit dem Jahr 2000. Bei einem Sinn, den jeder von uns jeden Tag benutzt, sind sechsundzwanzig Jahre Forschung sehr wenig.

Lauren recently revealed that she's still wearing a bra her mom bought her in high school using Kohl's Cash! That got us wondering... do you still wear anything from high school, or maybe even younger? We know some of you are hanging on to that favorite hoodie, T-shirt, jacket, or other item you just can't bring yourself to part with!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dallas shares an update on her kitchen renovation, while Kincaid needs advice on planning his son's birthday party, including whether adults like Dallas should be allowed on the trampoline. Plus, Kincaid's wife is worried it's too hot for the mobile detailer coming to their house. If you work outside, would you rather keep the job, reschedule, or have customers help with things like water and shade? Lauren also admits she's still wearing a bra her mom bought her in high school with Kohl's Cash, which leads to the question: what's the oldest piece of clothing you still wear? And, Kincaid approves of one woman's creative way of dealing with her HOA. Plus, Dallas' Dish, But Wait!, My Little Secret, Are You Smarter Than Kincaid?, and much more! ► YouTube: KincaidandDallas ► TikTok: @KincaidandDallas ► Instagram: @KincaidandDallas ► Facebook: KincaidandDallasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What will separate the most successful farm businesses from the rest over the next decade?Dr. David Kohl and Lynn Paulson of Bell Bank join Peggy Coffeen to discuss the economic and global trends producers should be watching—from consumer demand for protein and AI-driven agriculture to global competition, regenerative agriculture, the coming land transition, and relationship-based lending.They also break down what separates the top 20% of farm businesses: knowing the numbers, having a plan, managing risk, building strong relationships, and consistently doing the small things right.00:00 – Economic & Global Trends01:05 – Protein & Precision Agriculture02:15 – Following the Consumer03:01 – Global Competition04:37 – The Changing Global Landscape07:18 – Regenerative Agriculture08:58 – Agriculture's Story to Consumers10:59 – The 2032 Land Opportunity12:42 – Land Ownership vs. Control14:04 – Advice for Young Producers17:09 – Planning & Financial Management20:23 – Family Business Accountability22:01 – Relationship Lending26:33 – What Makes a Good Lender?29:01 – What the Top 20% Do Differently30:32 – Excellence at the Margin

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Erst droht der Y2K-Bug mit digitaler Apokalypse, dann passiert: nix! Kein Atomraketen-Irrläufer, keine leeren Geldautomaten, keine Computer-Endzeit. Dafür Tamagotchis, Loveparade, Talkshow-Krawall und eine Republik, die nach 16 Jahren den Bundeskanzler nicht mehr Kohl nennt, sondern Schröder. Bei DATEV wird derweil nicht getanzt, sondern installiert. Windows 32 Bit muss in die Kanzleien, der Euro steht vor der Tür und die erste DATEV-Website geht online. Zwischen CD-ROM, CeBIT und „Start to win“ wird aus digitalem Aufbruch ziemlich viel Handarbeit. Zwischen 9/11, Jahrhundertflut und Euro-Stress macht DATEV also was? Genau: ruhig bleiben, Programme eurofähig kriegen, Mitglieder unterstützen. Tagesgeschäft eben.

Police ambushed Joel Feder and his wife in a Kohl's parking lot. Guns drawn. The tipster? Flock cameras. Wrongly tracked him for days over stolen plates he never took. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Nach dem grossen Andrang von Migrantinnen und Migranten auf die spanische Stadt Ceuta an der nordafrikanischen Küste streitet die EU wieder über den Umgang mit Migration. Die Vorwürfe einiger EU-Staaten an die spanische Regierung seien allerdings unangebracht, sagt der Migrationsexperte. Weitere Themen: Hohe Temperaturen, sehr wenig Niederschlag: Die aktuellen Bedingungen sind für das Schweizer Gemüse ein Stresstest. Und sorgen dafür, dass sich die Ernte potenziell weniger lang lagern lässt: Ein krankes Blatt und der Kohl ist futsch. Was heisst das für Produzentinnen und Detailhändler? Corona und der Skandal um gefälschte Unterschriften haben den Wunsch nach der elektronischen Sammlung von Unterschriften verstärkt. Das Parlament hat nun mit einer Gesetzesanpassung den Weg frei gemacht für Testläufe mit E-Collecting. Welche Vorteile bringt diese Form des Sammelns und welche Risiken?

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Dr. David Kohl, Professor Emeritus, Virginia Tech is keeping an eye on the global economy and input costs of today's farm. Kohl speaks with Bob Bosold about how outside forces can make some big ripples in Wisconsin's farming operations today, that will likely last into 2027. He starts by discussing the energy complex and its impact on operating costs. Kohls says he would expect that farms might be forced to make some difficult decisons about overall direction before the end of the year. Rain is finally on the way for a majority of Wisconsin. Stu Muck breaks down the path of precipitation and volume we can expect. To date there's more than 18,000 cases of cyclospora that the Centers for Disease Control is tracking in 45 different states. The argument over whether it was food borne in lettuce continues. Do stories like this change the way consumers approach buying produce? Teri Barr finds out from Kathy Bures of Bures Berry Patch in Barneveld. Despite the fact that their name has "berry" the farm is involved in fresh market sales year round. Bures says her customers know their protocol and are comfortable that their food source is safe. It's probably one of the most under appreciated crops we have. Alfalfa. Now, alfalfa and forage producers have a new risk management tool available after a lot of education. Beth Nelson, president of the National Alfalfa and Forage Alliance has a great "elevator pitch" to quickly educate staff members that might keep her from getting policy makers moving on program needs. Pam Jahnke makes some notes on the high value of alfalfa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Story of the Week (DR):Cracker Barrel CEO is out after MAGA backlash to "Uncle Herschel" logo change MMBefore Julie Masino was brought in, Cracker Barrel was facing a slow-moving existential crisis:Their primary core customer base (older generations and rural highway travelers) was naturally shrinking, and younger diners were simply not replacing them.Kitchen tech, supply chains, and digital ordering lag behind competitors like Texas Roadhouse or Olive Garden.Some great fake populism from Fox: Cracker Barrel to pay for outgoing CEO's security, $4.6M severance after failed rebrandCracker Barrel names David Deno CEOBurger KingYum! Brands and Pizza Hut for 15 years, including serving as CFO and COO.Quiznos CEO.Best Buy: Served as President of Asia and CFO for Best Buy's International DivisionBloomin' Brands for 12 years: CEO, CFO and Chief Administrative OfficerOutback Steakhouse, Carrabba's Italian Grill, and Bonefish GrillBoard MembershipsCracker Barrel Old Country Store (2016-)Panera Brands (2024-): Audit Committee ChairKrispy Kreme (2016-)Bloomin' Brands (2019–2024)Peet's Coffee (2006-2012)Macalester College: Former Chair of the Board of Trustees (1998-2022).From Cracker Barrel to Boeing, Companies Are Turning to Retired CEOsThese retired CEOs are being hired to be "fixers." They are brought in to cut costs, repair supply chains, restore investor confidence, and act as a stabilizing force rather than reinventing the brand.Exxon and Chevron profits surge on rising oil prices due to Iran warChevron posted its highest profit in six years as the Iran war boosted oil pricesBig Oil Is Getting Sued for Heat Deaths. It's Fighting Back With an Army of Immunity LawsMore than a decade after investigations found that Exxon Mobil had known about the dangers of global warming since the 1970s but publicly downplayed the threat, lawsuits against oil companies have proliferated. There are nearly 40 of these cases pending across the countryIn the meantime, the industry has been mobilizing a counterattack against the lawsuits with the help of the Trump administration and Republican politicians.Republicans are trying to pass laws to grant oil majors immunity to these kinds of lawsuits, with success in several states so far.Utah, Iowa, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and Louisiana have recently signed laws shielding fossil fuel companies from lawsuits related to greenhouse gas emissionsOil executives have also gotten help from the federal government, following an executive order from President Donald Trump last year directing the attorney general to prioritize blocking climate lawsuits by states.This May, the Justice Department responded to Minnesota's climate lawsuit against Big Oil with a lawsuit of its own, just as the state's case was moving into the discovery phase. It said Minnesota was undermining “American energy dominance” and attempting to regulate greenhouse gases, which should fall under the purview of federal law—echoing the oil industry's well-known argument.Elon Musk Is Quietly Turning to This Fossil Fuel to Power His AI AmbitionsSam Altman Announces That the Singularity Has Arrived: a hypothetical future point in time when technological growth becomes autonomous, uncontrollable, and irreversible, fundamentally transforming human civilization“We are now, like, in the singularity ... Now we're actually in the moment that we used to talk about at the lunch table in a very not-serious way ...I've been waiting for this my whole life, and I think it's going to be incredible, hugely positive, awesome for the world.”Sam Altman says one of his biggest fears is that a small number of companies will control AI: 'That'd be very, very bad'Sam Altman says the Hugging Face hack is a reminder that an AI power monopoly could lead to 'long-term disaster'OpenAI says its rogue AI tried to hack other companiesMark Zuckerberg is urging the U.S. to accelerate AI development, not restrict it'No Way to Stop It': Elon Musk Warns Humans Will Lose Control of AI and Face Extinction by 2036Microsoft CEO Warns That Companies Embracing AI Could Drive Themselves Out of BusinessAI hackers are getting faster. The government may not be readyAnthropic says its Claude models 'gained unauthorized access' to other organizations' systemsAnthropic says its models went rogue and hacked 3 companies during testing'It Will Happen Frequently': Musk Warns of Rogue AI Threat After Anthropic Breached Three FirmsElon Musk Commits Up to $120M to Republican Midterms: Sets Feud With Trump Aside for Major Election PushGoodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Gen Z women are having an entrepreneurship boomOf all women who started businesses in 2025, 47% of Gen Z women did so, compared with 38% the previous year. Gen Xers followed close behind at 46%. Then came millennials at 43% and baby boomers at just 23%.Overall, in 2025, 69% of new Black-owned businesses were started by women. The survey also found that women business owners are less likely than their male counterparts to depend on AIMM: Delaware judge rules public benefit corporations exempt from maximizing value in sale DRFiduciary duty is different - OpenAI, AnthropicAssholiest of the Week (MM):Fake man apologies MM‘I'm sorry ... but': Apologetic Alan Joyce tells his side of the Qantas storyJoyce has expressed some regret“So with the information we had at the time, I still don't think there was any other decision you could make,”“Hindsight is a great thing.”“I'm actually very, very proud of the fact that I'm not sitting here and apologising for Qantas going bankrupt, [something] that many airlines around the world did,”Australian Competition and Consumer Commission fined Qantas $120 million for selling tickets for 8000 already cancelled flights“I apologise for the angst that was generated [for] the customers on it, but the reality was we had 22 million bookings in the system [and] the system wasn't designed to do an automatic refund,”“Stop us!”More than 1,200 AI workers across Anthropic, DeepMind, OpenAI, and Meta are asking for Washington's help building an AI slowdown plan‘No Way to Stop It': Elon Musk Warns Humans Will Lose Control of AI and Face Extinction by 2036Elon Musk's new 5-year warning to Americans: AI will beat human brains by 2032 (then go wild). Get rich or get crushed?Sam Altman says the Hugging Face hack is a reminder that an AI power monopoly could lead to 'long-term disaster'It Will Happen Frequently': Musk Warns of Rogue AI Threat After Anthropic Breached Three FirmsBut also, DON'T stop us, obviously…Palantir CEO warns US against Europe's AI regulation path, urges Trump admin to not ban open modelsElon Musk's xAI sues Minnesota over law to ban 'nudify' appsMark Zuckerberg is urging the U.S. to accelerate AI development, not restrict itElon Musk Commits Up to $120M to Republican Midterms: Sets Feud With Trump Aside for Major Election PushIgnoring boardsHims & Hers mission:“Hims & Hers is the leading health and wellness platform on a mission to help the world feel great through the power of better health. We believe how you feel in your body and mind transforms how you show up in life. That's why we're building a future where nothing stands in the way of harnessing this power. Hims & Hers normalizes health & wellness challenges—and innovates on their solutions—to make feeling happy and healthy easy to achieve. No two people are the same, so the Company provides access to personalized care designed for results.”Hims & Hers board:CEO: Andrew Dudum, tech VC bro investor “serial entrepreneur” with deep health experience from Bungalow (airBnB knockoff in the UK), Homebound (a “homebuilding platform”), TalkIQ (an AI startup, duh), and Terminal (something about scaling engineering?)TWO directors from DoorDash (Kofi Amoo-Gottfried from Marketing, previously of Facebook, and Christopher Payne the COO, previously of eBay, MSFT, and Amazon)TWO pharma execs (one lawyer, Deb Autor, one with an econ degree, Kare Schultz)One guy from Netflix (David Wells) and one lady from Urban Outfitters (marketing/brand, Andrea Perez) and one pure law firm lawyer (Anja Manuel)ONE DOCTOR EXCLUSIVE: US FTC sues Hims & Hers for sending user health info to Meta, SnapUsers' sensitive health information was shared with online advertising companies including Meta ​Platforms and Snap despite the company leading customers to believe their ​data was private, the FTC alleged in the lawsuit filed along with Los ⁠Angeles County and Utah.Hims & Hers also started charging users for prescriptions before ​they have ⁠had a chance to meet with healthcare providers, the FTC alleged. Most customers do not receive a consultation with a provider, and instead are charged for ⁠prescriptions ​soon after filling out an intake form, ​according to the agency.Headliniest of the WeekDR: CEO apologizes for offering interviews to people who got tattoos of his AI company logoSan Francisco tech CEO Jordan Zietz, co-founder of an early stage AI startup called LemonLime. Stanford grad.“LemonLime learns your business and then automates your team's busywork in a single click, no coding or manual setup required.”Former Qantas CEO reflects on tenure, issues apology to passengers over post COVID chaos AND ‘I'm sorry ... but': Apologetic Alan Joyce tells his side of the Qantas storyMM: Amazon received $600 million in tariff refunds and will pass some back to customersMM: Trump Staff Cuts Blamed After Watermarked OpenAI Map Mislabels Africa at AIDS ConferenceIt's the fact that we have less staff that meant we couldn't bother to figure out which country was whichWho Won the Week?DR: Kohls: For getting some much-needed female influence on board: Kohl's Appoints Wendy Arlin as Chair of the BoardCurrently only 2: Robbin Mitchell (7%) and Wendy Arlin (1%)John Schlifske (27%) stepping downMM: The phrase “not due to any disagreement with the Company”Anne Sweeney Resigns From Netflix BoardOn July 26, 2026, Anne Sweeney notified Netflix, Inc. (the “Company”) that she was resigning from the Board of Directors of the Company effective as of that date. Ms. Sweeney's resignation is not due to any disagreement with the Company1,660 8-Ks in the last 5 years have the exact phrase “not due to any disagreement with the Company”So we're saying that 1,660 c-suite and board members resigned in 5 years - more than 300 per year - and NONE were due to a disagreement with the companies? That's only THAT phrase - no other details are given for most of them except occasionally:To pursue another jobPersonal reasonsFor scale, in the last 5 years, the term “was due to a disagreement with the Company” appears… 5 timesPredictionsDR: Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson apologizes that it took former CEO Alan Joyce to apologize for something she already apologized for despite not being CEO when any of it happenedMM: Damion resigns from Free Float due to a disagreement with the zero dollars he gets paid, but Free Float puts out a statement saying it's “not due to any salary reason related to the company”

Flock cameras are scanning license plates nationwide. No warrant needed. They're also responsible for Joel Feder almost getting arrested. Police ambushed him and his wife in a Kohl's parking lot. Guns drawn. The cameras wrongly tracked him for days over stolen plates he never took. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks to our Partners, NAPA TRACS, Today's Class, KUKUI, and Pit Crew Loyalty Watch Full Video Episode What keeps customers coming back when the shop down the street is advertising lower prices? Tom Sciortino of Total Automotive and Jeff Rudnick of Pit Crew Loyalty reveal how a well-designed loyalty program can become your shop's competitive advantage. Drawing from Tom celebrating 40 years in business, they share how rewarding customers, celebrating milestones, and investing in the community create stronger relationships, more referrals, and sustainable growth. What You'll Learn How customer loyalty programs increase repeat visits and average repair orders.Why rewards help differentiate your shop from price-driven competitors.Creative referral strategies that attract high-quality new customers.How time-sensitive rewards can recover deferred work and win back inactive customers.Ways to celebrate business milestones that engage employees and customers.Why community involvement builds trust, loyalty, and lasting relationships. Loyalty is more than a rewards program. When combined with meaningful community engagement and exceptional customer experiences, it becomes a powerful strategy for increasing retention, referrals, and sustainable business growth. Tom Sciortino, Total Automotive, Buffalo, NY. Tom's previous episodes HERE. Jeff Rudnick, CEO, Pit Crew Loyalty You're probably tired of chasing new customers who never return. We understand. Pit Crew Loyalty ends the one-and-done cycle, turning first visits into lasting, reliable revenue at https://www.pitcrewloyalty.com/ Beyond the Repair Order: The Strategy of Customer Loyalty [RR 1077]: https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/e1077/ Thanks to our Partner, NAPA TRACS NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at http://napatracs.com/ Thanks to our Partner, Today's Class Optimize training with Today's Class: In just 5 minutes daily, boost knowledge retention and improve team performance. Find Today's Class on the web at https://www.todaysclass.com/ Thanks to our Partner, KUKUI Stop juggling multiple marketing tools. KUKUI's integrated platform delivers 4x better website conversions, automated follow-up, and real-time ROI tracking. Get industry-leading customer support with KUKUI at https://www.kukui.com/ Thanks to our Partner, Pit Crew Loyalty You're probably tired of chasing new customers who never return. We understand. Pit Crew Loyalty ends the one-and-done cycle, turning first visits into lasting, reliable revenue at https://www.pitcrewloyalty.com/ Connect with the Podcast: Download and Listen on Our Mobile App: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/app/Visit the Website:https://remarkableresults.biz/Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/carmcapriottoFollow on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsRadioPodcast/Follow on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmcapriotto/Follow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/remarkableresultsradiopodcast/Join Our Virtual Toastmasters Club:https://remarkableresults.biz/toastmastersJoin Our Private Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1734687266778976Join our Insider List:https://remarkableresults.biz/insiderAll books mentioned on our podcasts:https://remarkableresults.biz/booksOur Classroom page for personal or team learning:https://remarkableresults.biz/classroomBuy Me a Coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carmSpecial episode collections:https://remarkableresults.biz/collections The Automotive Repair Podcast...

While it was important for head coach Adam Fisher to replenish his roster with nine transfers and an incoming freshman, maintaining some continuity on the roster with a player like rising sophomore guard Cam Wallace was important, too. Wallace, a former start at the Westtown School, played in just 19 games as a true freshman and averaged 2.1 points per game, but a full college offseason in the weight room and a month of workouts with his new teammates have him feeling more confident heading into his sophomore season on North Broad Street. Wallace talked about all of that and much more on this week's podcast, which also includes part of our interview with class of 2027 Temple verbal commit Jackson Pritts, a 5-star recruit and the nation's sixth-ranked kicker according to Kohl's kicking camps. Intro: 0:00 – 2:48 Cam Wallace joins the show: 2:48 – 22:30 5-star kicker Jackson Pritts on why he chose Temple: 22:30 – 29:00 * Timestamps are approximate due to advertisements. 

Beauty retail whisperer Alison Hahn is one of the industry's most sought-after experts, with a track record of identifying major players like Patrick Ta, Kayali, and Makeup by Mario. On this episode of Fat Mascara: Business Desk, Hahn talks about selling to Gen Alpha, reengaging Gen Xers, beauty dupes, the big mistake celebrity founders often make, tough vendor conversations, and more. More from Fat Mascara Instagram: @fatmascara @jessicamatlin Shop the products mentioned on Fat Mascara: https://shopmy.us/shop/fatmascara Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand Submit a Raise a Wand product recommendation, guest suggestion, or just say hello: info@fatmascara.com Production for this Podcast Provided by Redd Rock Music IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Fat One is back to recap his weekend which included quiz programs, Friday at Fatty's, the Heartstopper movie, a Kohl's coupon (and cash) plus some observations about Gayle and King. Happy International Caaaaaaaake Day.

Facetime – Matthew 5 – The Beatitudes Good morning ER – As always, I'm thrilled to be here with you – this part of our COTN family holds a very dear place in my heart. So thank you for the opportunity to enter God's word with you. As you know over the last several weeks […]

Die Sommerpressekonferenz war vor allem eins: langweilig, meint Peter Zudeick in seiner Satire. Doch was kann man von dem Format bei der Besetzung schon erwarten? Von Peter Zudeick.

Summer is here - we enter the long days and sultry nights with the garden looking glorious - but always looking to the horizon for a little bit of rain to keep things looking green and lush. Herbaceous borders are set to maximum colour, vegetable beds seem to multiply in growth weekly and the gardener's tan is ever present. So enjoy the long summer days, take some time to appreciate time in your garden and join the Talking Heads pair as they continue to look after their planty spaces, as well as enjoying their gardens at home.With Saul attending to his Plant Heritage duties at RHS Badminton, Lucy takes this opportunity to give you an audio tour of her modern kitchen garden. Summer is now at its peak, so naturally her thoughts are focused on how to create recipes with all those homegrown fruit, veg and herbs. If you have an aversion to butter, turn your ears away now...Instagram links:Lucy lucychamberlaingardensSaul plantsmansaulIntro and Outro music from https://filmmusic.io"Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show

Street trees, benches, slower speeds, and beautiful proportions are often treated as extras, added only after the “real” engineering work is done. Victor Dover argues that this gets the whole assignment wrong. In this episode, he talks about the second edition of Street Design: The Secret to Great Cities and Towns and why great streets have to be designed as places, not just routes. Dover makes the case that beauty belongs in the brief from the beginning, because when a street is designed only for traffic flow, that is all it can ever really become: a place for traffic. Additional Show Notes Victor Dover (LinkedIn) Street Design (Book) Dover, Kohl, & Partners (Site) Chuck Marohn (Substack)   This podcast is made possible by Strong Towns members. Thank you! Join fellow members discussing this episode in The Commons.

Should the 250th anniversary of the country be “America 250” or “USA 250?” Joey’ son is most excited for the Fourth of July because he gets to have his own American Dew (Mountain Dew). East TN Translates: The Star-Spangled Banner. Hot Tea: According to a wedding guest, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding is NOT at Madison Square Garden. A couple illegally climbed to the top of the Empire State Building, got engaged, and then got arrested. Will Ferrell is Skims’ newest underwear model. It is SO hot. Joey’s air conditioner is struggling to keep up. Nancy thinks her husband is crazy for wanting to build a fire while camping in the heat this weekend. Joey explained why shopping at Kohl’s completely overwhelms him. Lucky 7 gave away $50 to Farmacy Restaurant Karly confronted our boss about how he was invited to a Taylor Swift meet and greet in Nashville, didn’t go, and didn’t take her with him. A Forgotten Moment in U.S. History: Mary Todd Lincoln Criticizes the Writing of the Gettysburg Address. Group Therapy: My Friend Keeps AI Editing All of Our Photos We Play Patriot Games to give away VIP tickets to Patriot Fest with a USA chant challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should the 250th anniversary of the country be “America 250” or “USA 250?” Joey’ son is most excited for the Fourth of July because he gets to have his own American Dew (Mountain Dew). East TN Translates: The Star-Spangled Banner. Hot Tea: According to a wedding guest, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding is NOT at Madison Square Garden. A couple illegally climbed to the top of the Empire State Building, got engaged, and then got arrested. Will Ferrell is Skims’ newest underwear model. It is SO hot. Joey’s air conditioner is struggling to keep up. Nancy thinks her husband is crazy for wanting to build a fire while camping in the heat this weekend. Joey explained why shopping at Kohl’s completely overwhelms him. Lucky 7 gave away $50 to Farmacy Restaurant Karly confronted our boss about how he was invited to a Taylor Swift meet and greet in Nashville, didn’t go, and didn’t take her with him. A Forgotten Moment in U.S. History: Mary Todd Lincoln Criticizes the Writing of the Gettysburg Address. Group Therapy: My Friend Keeps AI Editing All of Our Photos We Play Patriot Games to give away VIP tickets to Patriot Fest with a USA chant challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Lisa continues the conversation today with award-winning filmmaker Mark Kohl who deeply discusses having a very successful career, despite being a severe alcoholic. His addiction finally caused chaos in his life, including losing his career. He talks about the way he healed. He talks about his healing experience with Kundalini Yoga. He explains how hard it was physically and mentally. It was so painful, but many days he went twice a day. During a film taping, he met a woman who introduced him to ayahuasca, and they went to a ceremony. He describes it as the most beautiful experience he had ever had. He went beyond the illusions. He learned how the founder of AA had an enlightening experience with a psychoactive chemical which changed his life. After Mark's ayahuasca ritual, he felt a whole new sense of oneness. He realized that so much of life is just illusion. Mark talks about how the original source is joy. We are born with this. Then we get programmed by our parents, our teachers, and society. This builds our personality. We wear masks. Psychedelics bring us to a new level of awareness.  This is how we can break our patterns. We can find our purpose and feel connected. Mark discusses going from his ayahuasca journeys into becoming the founder of the sacred space known as Frequency House, which uses psychedelic mushrooms as a method of healing. He learned to listen to his heart to find the truth. This is Part 2 of the interview. Info: frequency-house.com. The information shared on this program is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions.

In this episode, we reconnect with Victor Dover, co-author of Street Design: The Secret to Great Cities and Towns, Second Edition, for a deep dive into precisely why streets matter so much in shaping our daily lives, for better and for worse, and how, by learning from the world's best streets, we can transform our dysfunctional and dangerous cityscapes into more livable environmentsHelpful Links (note that some may include affiliate links to help me support the channel):

Florida's 2027 recruiting class just hit #3 in the country — and it's not slowing down. We've got a massive commitment to break down, a linebacker from a serious NFL bloodline joining the fold, a Friday Night Lights recap, and former Gator Thomas Holley sitting down to talk about his journey through one of the toughest injury stories in recent program history.This Episode Covers:

Would you like to explore an ancient method of healing? After many years of severe alcohol addiction and depression, our guest today, Mark Kohl, talks about ways to heal. Mark has been a successful cinematographer for more than 30 years. He talks about the resilience needed to thrive in that field. He explains how it involves constant decision-making and problem-solving. He shares how moviemaking serves a purpose. It creates an illusion. Television puts the brain in a trance. In this theta state, the brain can be easily programmed. It's almost like a state of hypnosis. We use entertainment as an escape, which is very important to our imagination. Children become what's in their imagination. They identify with various characters. Mark had an extremely successful career. He won many awards. He was a high achiever who owned houses, boats, cars, and apartments. He traveled around the world. Yet, he wasn't happy. He wasn't fulfilled. At the wrap parties, everyone would drink heavily. When he wasn't working, he continued to drink. He realized after taping many commercials, that he was essentially selling products he did not believe in. He was asked to portray a sense of lack, so that the consumer would feel they needed to buy it. After years of drinking, Mark realized he had a problem. Alcohol worked very well to calm his active mind. He could write. He was fearless. He is also a musician who could not get on stage without having a drink first. He realized he was dependent on it.  He talked about going to AA meetings, the terrible detox symptoms he experienced, and his multiple times at rehab centers. His entire life had fallen apart. He became very sick and suicidal. He shares about how ancient cultures knew the dangers of alcohol. Some considered it to be an evil spirit. They used medicinal mushrooms to gain knowledge. Many cultures used psychedelics to reach deeper levels of understanding. Mark is the founder of Frequency House, a sacred healing center.  This is Part 1 of the interview. Info: frequency-house.com. The information shared on this program is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions.

The Fat One is back with a recap of his weekend which included The Big Run Northern Mexico, Friday at Fatty's, a 40% Kohl’s coupon, a haircut, sportsball and more. Happy National Onion Rings Day.

Evropská měna euro vznikla v reakci na rozpad sovětského impéria a následný odchod sovětských vojáků z bývalého východního Německa. Už na jaře 1990 byla na stole otázka, co s existencí dvou německých států. Britové měli ke sjednocení rezervovaný vztah, protože dvakrát v jednom století viděli, k čemu vede existence hospodářsky silného Německa. Podobné obavy sdíleli i Francouzi, kteří přišli s řešením – vytvořit měnovou unii a více provázat budoucí sjednocené Německo s Evropou.Tehdejší kancléř Kohl souhlasil, i když to nebylo jednoduché. Německá marka byla nejsilnější měnou Evropy a symbolem tehdejšího německého hospodářského zázraku. V zájmu Evropy však na tuto dohodu přistoupil a od roku 1999, resp. 2002, spatřila světlo světa nová evropská měna – euro.Dnes ji používá 20 z 27 států Evropské unie a aktuálně v čekárně na vstup do roku 2030 je Maďarsko. Jak je na tom Česká republika? Babišova vláda nedávno rozhodla, že do roku 2030 nebude dělat pravidelné analýzy naší připravenosti, a se vstupem do eurozóny nepočítá. Smysl je zřejmý – vyvázat se z plnění maastrichtských kritérií ohledně výše deficitu státního rozpočtu, celkového zadlužení a výše inflace.Jak je to ale reálně s českou ekonomikou? Je připravena na vstup? Přesněji řečeno, je to pro Česko výhodné a za jakých okolností? O všech těchto věcech si povídáme s ekonomem Miroslavem Zámečníkem.

Brian Mekka spent 15 years managing CX for 60 million Kohl's shoppers. Now he's doing it for 300 steel buyers — and the stakes are completely different. Charter Steel's director of customer experience joins CX Decoded to break down the Compass program, a multi-phase initiative five years in the making, built on VOC data, a McKinsey methodology and a simple premise: B2B customers expect the same experience they get everywhere else.

In this episode, Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia welcome Stewart Kohl, Co-CEO of The Riverside Company, a global private equity firm known for its long-term, values-centered approach to investing.To see the full video podcast, check out the Conscious Capitalists YouTube channel hereDrawing on decades of experience, Stewart shares his powerful perspective on integrating values with valuation in the world of private equity, and what it takes to invest wisely during times of radical uncertainty. Stewart reflects on the discipline required to stay true to purpose while navigating shifting markets and evolving stakeholder expectations.The conversation also explores the practical realities of responsible investing, including the growing importance of employee ownership and stewardship. Stewart offers candid insights into what it means to lead consciously, build resilient businesses, and champion sustainable growth across diverse industries. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that highlights the future of capitalism—and reveals why values-driven leadership remains one of the most powerful levers for long-term impact. If you enjoy this podcast, would you consider following the show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. It takes only a few seconds and greatly helps us get our podcast out to a wider audience.Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.For transcripts and show notes, please go to: https://www.theconsciouscapitalists.comThis show is presented by Conscious Capitalism, Inc. (https://www.consciouscapitalism.org/) and is produced by Rainbow Creative (https://www.rainbowcreative.co/) with Matthew "MoJo" Jones as Executive Producer, Nicholas Peters as Producer, and Nathan Wheatley as Editor.Thank you for your support!- Timothy & RajChapters00:00 Introduction and Responsibilities of an Investor03:19 Values and Valuation in Private Equity06:46 The Importance of Company Culture08:34 Navigating Radical Uncertainty10:31 The Role of Industry Expertise20:39 Responsible Investing and Stewardship30:04 The Importance of Conscious Growth30:25 Strategies for Healthy Business Growth30:45 Organic and Inorganic Growth Tactics31:53 The Risks and Rewards of M&A33:59 Employee Ownership and Its Impact36:26 Creating an Ownership Culture38:58 Empathy in Leadership46:28 The Role of Co-CEOs in Business51:47 Rapid Fire Round56:13 Final Thoughts on Conscious Capitalism

Welcome to the Halloween Weekly Update for June 8–14, 2026! There are now just 138 days until Halloween, and spooky season continues to gain momentum. This week, we're covering Spirit Halloween's plans to hire more than 52,000 seasonal employees, the growing popularity of Halfway to Halloween events, new details for Disney's Oogie Boogie Bash, and the latest updates on Halloween: The Game. We also discuss Code Orange sightings at Cracker Barrel, Kohl's, and Dollar Tree, look at the latest Spirit Halloween and Halloween Horror Nights developments, and talk about rumors surrounding the possible return of McDonald's Boo Buckets for the 2026 Halloween season. Plus, in This Week in Halloween History, we look back at June 13, 1980, when Friday the 13th first arrived in theaters. Links discussed in this episode: Spirit Halloween Hiring Announcement: https://www.spirithalloween.com Halfway to Halloween: https://www.doublemhauntedhayrides.com Disneyland Halloween & Oogie Boogie Bash: https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/halloween-and-fall-celebrations-at-disneyland/ Halloween: The Game: https://halloweengame.com Cracker Barrel Halloween Collection: https://shop.crackerbarrel.com Kohl's Halloween Shop: https://www.kohls.com Dollar Tree Halloween: https://www.dollartree.com Halloween Horror Nights: https://www.universalorlando.com/hhn Spirit Halloween: https://www.spirithalloween.com McDonald's Boo Buckets (Rumors & Speculation): Previous Boo Bucket Coverage: https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Food/mcdonalds-new-halloween-boo-buckets-back-limited-time/story?id=126246418 Follow The Halloween Podcast: Website: https://www.TheHalloweenPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/TheHalloweenPodcast Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/TheHalloweenPodcast YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/TheHalloweenPodcast Support the show on Patreon: https://www.Patreon.com/TheHalloweenPod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Episode 304 of the Remarkable Retail podcast, co-hosts Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc dig into a busy earnings season, the global forces reshaping retail, and the competitive divides separating winners from also-rans. They open with the department store sector, which Steve frames as "The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly." Macy's shows incremental progress and Bloomingdale's posts double-digit growth, but Kohl's stays stuck and JCPenney's latest numbers underscore the structural problems dogging traditional operators. The throughline: shifting market share, real estate decisions, and changing consumer behavior keep narrowing the path forward for the format, and the gap between the sector's healthier players and its laggards continues to widen. From there, the hosts turn to retail's brighter turnaround stories. Victoria's Secret keeps building momentum with stronger comps and improved profitability, while Gap Inc. shows how disciplined brand management and sharper product focus can revive a business. They also weigh the intensifying competition among athleisure brands as the category's leaders pull further ahead and the middle of the pack scrambles to keep up. Value retailing is the episode's recurring theme. TJX, Ross Stores, Burlington, and Five Below all posted strong results, reinforcing the durable consumer shift toward value and the treasure hunt. Steve and Michael explore why off-price keeps outperforming while dollar stores wrestle with a tougher customer—and they spotlight Costco, where fuel, membership economics, and traffic-driving loss leaders keep the warehouse club model ahead of much of the sector. Drawing on his recent travels through Portugal and Spain, Steve shares observations on European retail: the distinct dynamics of specialty players, the enduring pull of department stores like El Corte Inglés, and one of the world's most remarkable retail experiences, Livraria Lello in Porto, a bookstore so beloved that shoppers pay admission and book a timeslot just to get in. The episode closes with Walmart's fast-expanding same-day delivery, the rise of faster fulfillment across retail, Saks Global's exit from bankruptcy, and the geopolitical risks looming over supply chains and consumer spending. Michael also previews his visit to T&T Supermarket's first California store—a reminder of how much innovation is still alive in modern grocery. It's a wide-ranging look at a sector where the winners are pulling away and the stragglers are running out of time. Join us at the CommerceNext Growth Show in New York June 23rd and 24th with this exclusive discount code for 10% off general admission tickets and FREE retail tickets: Your code is "REMARKABLE" . See you in the Big Apple! About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling author of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and media entrepreneur. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions hosted senior retail executive on-stage in 1:1 interviews worldwide. Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including The Remarkable Retail Podcast, The Voice of Retail The Food Professor, The FEED powered by Loblaw and the Global eCommerce Leaders podcast. He has been recognized by the NRF as a global Top Retail Voice for 2025 and 2025 and continues to be a ReThink Retail Top Retail Expert for the fifth year in a row.

Faith Kates' exit from Next Management became another example of the Epstein files turning old relationships into present-day professional consequences. Kates, the co-founder of Next, had long been known as a major figure in the modeling world, but newly released Epstein materials and follow-up reporting painted her relationship with him as far deeper than a passing association. The files showed years of warm, personal communication, business discussions, apparent advice from Epstein, and troubling exchanges involving models or aspiring models even after his 2008 conviction. Kates stepped down from Next in late 2025, officially citing personal reasons and charity work, but the timing and the later revelations made that explanation look incomplete at best. Once the emails and references became public, Next moved to distance itself from her, saying her Epstein relationship was unknown to current management and that the company was working to end all legal ties with her. In practical terms, the Epstein revelations turned Kates from a powerful agency founder into a liability.The Brunel side of the story shows how deeply Epstein's orbit overlapped with the mainstream fashion and retail ecosystem before Epstein's second arrest in 2019. Jean-Luc Brunel's MC2 Model Management, which had Epstein ties and was later scrutinized over allegations that it helped supply young women into Epstein's world, was not operating in some obscure corner of the industry. Reporting linked MC2 to major retailers and brands including Victoria's Secret, Nordstrom, Macy's, Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, JCPenney, Kohl's, Target, Sears, and Belk. Some companies later minimized the relationship or said the work was limited, but the larger point is brutal: Brunel's agency had enough legitimacy to operate inside the commercial bloodstream of American retail while Epstein's history was already publicly known. That is what makes the modeling-agency angle so disturbing—not just the individual allegations, but the way a loosely regulated industry, powerful retailers, wealthy men, scouts, agencies, visas, housing, and access all overlapped in a system where vulnerable young women could be treated like inventory long before the public reckoning finally arrived.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

It's Christmas in June as charming guest Rob Grabowski (Clued In, Hitch*Cocktails) joins us for a merry murder mystery. Was it the sinister son? The revengeful rabbit? The horrible head of HR? Everyone has a motive on this week's fully improvised cluesical. Rob Grabowski is a Michigan native but has called Chicago home for over 15 years. He performs regularly with Hitch*Cocktails: an improved thriller; Clued In: an improvised murder mystery; Comedy Sportz Chicago; and Kohl's Cash, an iO house team. Follow him on instagram @robgrabo. He recommends visiting your local independent bookstore.  Cast: Lily Ludwig, Austin Packard, Rob Grabowski Music Director: Sam Scheidler Drums: Chris Ditton Charm Scene is performed entirely by humans in sunny Chicago, IL. For more on the podcast, follow us @CharmScenePod on Instagram, visit us online at charmscenepod.podbean.com, or email us at CharmScenePod@gmail.com. In listening to this show, we hope you continue to support live human art wherever you find it. Stay charming!

Share your Field Stories!We're LIVE from NAEP 2026 in Anchorage! Nic leads a special on-stage episode featuring Anna Kohl, Carolyn Nelson, and Fred Wagner as they dive into Alaska's unique environmental landscape, NEPA challenges, and the realities of project delivery. With candid insights, legal perspectives, and memorable field stories, this live recording captures the humor, complexity, and energy of environmental work in action.Welcome back to Environmental Professionals Radio, Connecting the Environmental Professionals Community Through Conversation, with your hosts Laura Thorne and Nic Frederick! Help us continue to create great content! If you'd like to sponsor a future episode hit the support podcast button or visit www.environmentalprofessionalsradio.com/sponsor-form Please be sure to ✔️subscribe, ⭐rate and ✍review. This podcast is produced by the National Association of Environmental Professions (NAEP). Check out all the NAEP has to offer at NAEP.org.Connect with Anna Kohl at https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-kohl-cep-8184159/Guest Bio:Anna Kohl was born and raised in Anchorage and left for college before realizing there was much to explore back home. She obtained a BA in Geology from Mount Holyoke College and worked in coffee shops and remediation before landing at HDR Engineering in 2004, where she has been ever since. Anna's technical background is in the NEPA and impact analysis/environmental science fields, though she currently is the Operations Manager for 150 engineers, planners, scientists, GIS professionals, and other smart folks who make up HDR in Alaska. An active member of NAEP and a Trustee of ABCEP, she obtained a certificate in NEPA from the Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment in 2012 and her CEP in 2017.Connect with Carolyn Nelson at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-nelson-p-e-02768977/Guest Bio:Carolyn Nelson is responsible for providing technical assistance for NEPA compliance and other related environmental laws and Executive Orders as Director of Environmental Analysis & Compliance Division of PHMSA.  Carolyn has over 30 years' experience as a geometric design engineer and NEPA practitioner.  She was Co-Chair of the White House Interagency Council (IAC), NEPA Committee and is recognized as a national expert for NEPA compliance. Carolyn has worked at Headquarters of the FHWA and also in the FHWA Michigan Division Office. Prior to FHWA, she worked for the Michigan DOT and CH2M Hill (now Jacobs).Connect with Fred Wagner at https://linkedin.com/in/fred-wagner-59043019Guest Bio:Fred Wagner focuses on environmental and natural resources issues concerning major infrastructure, including surface transportation, energy, mining, and commercial project development. Fred advises clients on environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act or equivalent state statutes. He also helps secure permits and approvals from regulators under a variety of federal programs, including Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, the Endangered Species Act, the Clean Air Act, and the National Historic Preservation Act. Fred provides strategic counseling regarding implementation of the full spectrum of federal environmental programs, as well as U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) surface transportation grant management and safety regulations. Prior to joining Jacobs, Fred represented a wide variety of developers, public entities, and businesses in environmental, land use, and natural resources litigation in federal trial and appellate courts across the country, from citizen suits to government enforcement actions and Administration Procedure Act (APA) challenges. Most recently, Fred was counsel of record in the Seven County Infrastructure Coalition NEPA case before the U.S. Supreme Court.Music CreditsIntro: Givin Me Eyes by Grace MesaOutro: Never Ending Soul Groove by Mattijs MullerSupport the showThanks for listening! A new episode drops every Friday. Like, share, subscribe, and/or sponsor to help support the continuation of the show. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and all your favorite podcast players. 

Diane King Hall breaks down this morning's earnings movers across retail. Kohl's (KSS) posted a narrower loss with its best performance in four years and cleaner inventory, while Best Buy (BBY) muscled strength in gaming, computing and mobile services. Burlington (BURL) stores also topped earnings and raised full year EPS guidance, though shares sold off on the report. Diane also notes Dollar Tree's (DLTR) big move higher after earnings. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Matters Microbial #130: The Holobiont — Animals, Microbes, and Ecology May 19, 2026 Today Dr. Kevin Kohl, Associate Professor of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh, joins the #QualityQuorum to discuss how he and his colleagues study the interplay between animals, their resident gut microbes, and the overarching concept of the holobiont. Host: Mark O. Martin Guest: Kevin Kohl Subscribe: Apple Podcasts, Spotify Become a patron of Matters Microbial! Links for this episode The One Health Microbiome Center at Pennsylvania State University. A very fine essay on the holobiont concept for non-microbiologists. A general introductory overview of the holobiont concept. The holobiont concept and the coral symbiosis.  A partial history of the development of the holobiont concept. Dr. Casadevall suggests that context and thus outcomes describes the term "pathogen," and a similar analysis applies to the holobiont. A very short description of the holobiont concept.  Another overview of the holobiont concept in general, coauthored by Dr. Kohl.  Some basic rules for thinking about the holobiont concept. A video introduction to the holobiont concept, by Dr. Seth Bordenstein. I highly recommend this essay by the science writer Carl Zimmer, "The Human Lake," to think of the connections between lake ecology and microbial interactions with humans. Another wonderful article recommended by Dr. Kohl, by Dr. Margaret McFall-Ngai and coauthors, detailing the impact microbes have on animals over evolution and development.  The wood rat – creosote – microbiome connection to the holobiont concept, discussed on this podcast (coauthored by Dr. Kohl). The fascinating work by Dr. Kohl and colleagues showing the relationship between tadpole development and pond microbes discussed in this podcast.  A must read article by Dr. Kohl and colleagues, "Through the microbial looking glass: our shifting understanding of the holobiont and microbes as mediators of organismal biology," illustrates the development and influence of the holobiont concept. Dr. Richard Prum's book, "Performance All the Way Down," was discussed during this podcast. There is also a video where Dr. Prum discusses the ideas in this book, describing gene regulation as a performance.  Dr. Kohl's faculty website. Dr. Kohl's (very interesting) research website. Intro music is by Reber Clark Send your questions and comments to mattersmicrobial@gmail.com

Matters Microbial #130: The Holobiont — Animals, Microbes, and Ecology May 19, 2026 Today Dr. Kevin Kohl, Associate Professor of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh, joins the #QualityQuorum to discuss how he and his colleagues study the interplay between animals, their resident gut microbes, and the overarching concept of the holobiont. Host: Mark O. Martin Guest: Kevin Kohl Subscribe: Apple Podcasts, Spotify Become a patron of Matters Microbial! Links for this episode The One Health Microbiome Center at Pennsylvania State University. A very fine essay on the holobiont concept for non-microbiologists. A general introductory overview of the holobiont concept. The holobiont concept and the coral symbiosis.  A partial history of the development of the holobiont concept. Dr. Casadevall suggests that context and thus outcomes describes the term "pathogen," and a similar analysis applies to the holobiont. A very short description of the holobiont concept.  Another overview of the holobiont concept in general, coauthored by Dr. Kohl.  Some basic rules for thinking about the holobiont concept. A video introduction to the holobiont concept, by Dr. Seth Bordenstein. I highly recommend this essay by the science writer Carl Zimmer, "The Human Lake," to think of the connections between lake ecology and microbial interactions with humans. Another wonderful article recommended by Dr. Kohl, by Dr. Margaret McFall-Ngai and coauthors, detailing the impact microbes have on animals over evolution and development.  The wood rat – creosote – microbiome connection to the holobiont concept, discussed on this podcast (coauthored by Dr. Kohl). The fascinating work by Dr. Kohl and colleagues showing the relationship between tadpole development and pond microbes discussed in this podcast.  A must read article by Dr. Kohl and colleagues, "Through the microbial looking glass: our shifting understanding of the holobiont and microbes as mediators of organismal biology," illustrates the development and influence of the holobiont concept. Dr. Richard Prum's book, "Performance All the Way Down," was discussed during this podcast. There is also a video where Dr. Prum discusses the ideas in this book, describing gene regulation as a performance.  Dr. Kohl's faculty website. Dr. Kohl's (very interesting) research website. Intro music is by Reber Clark Send your questions and comments to mattersmicrobial@gmail.com

How do you build community in franchising? Community with your franchisees, with the local neighborhoods your franchisees serve? Our guest today is Bron Launsby, and he shares how Slick City Action Park, is building community within his franchise system.TODAY'S WIN-WIN:Building community internally and externally with your franchisees and the neighborhoods they serve. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website https://slickcity.com/Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:www.instagram.com/slickcityactionparkwww.facebook.com/slickcityactionpark/www.linkedin.com/company/slick-city-action-park/https://www.linkedin.com/in/bron-launsby-fec/ABOUT OUR GUEST:Bron Launsby is the CEO and co-founder of Slick City Action Park, a seasoned entrepreneur, Certified Franchise Executive, and visionary in the rapidly growing industry of active family entertainment. With a diverse background in product development, retail, marketing, entrepreneurship, and franchise operations, Bron has consistently demonstrated his ability to identify and capitalize on emerging business trends. Prior to launching the brand in 2021, Bron was the largest franchisee in the Sky Zone system, operating nine locations across five states. He has also held leadership roles with Belle Maison Decor, Innovative Heights, and Amp Up Action Park. He started his career in corporate roles with national brands including Kohl's and Cracker Barrel.This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables.  If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

Pat and Mags get hip with Aunt DeNice this week and chitchat includes bats out of hell, the haunted virus, getting to the bottom of cruises, bugbeds, Bdsm the religion, diamonds on the soles of your cleats, dumps on second base, suddenly salad, tryfocals, guancamole, gettin' your flaps, buying ass with Kohl's cash, the hardest Pope, Shabadoo and the Bugaloo Shrimp, 9/11 UTI, and throbbers.#podcast #improv #comedy #comedypodcast #FUNT #funcle #comedypodcastsforeveryone #comedypodcastsforfunts #women #patandmags #whatarethesethings #austin #breakin2Aunt Pat - Colleen DoyleAuntie Mags - Dana QuercioliAunt DeNice - Katie NovotnyArtwork - Jordan StaffordMauntras - Carol DoyleEditor - Colleen Doylebdsm the religiondiamonds on the soles of my cleatsdumps on second basesuddenly saladtryfocalsguancamolegettin' your flapshearing the sightscadaver eggsAndy Dickbuying ass with Kohl's cashthe hardest Popeshabadoo and the bugaloo shrimpshabbadonestreaming funeralswatch the bats, eat some pork9/11 UTIATIsthrobbers

Rabbit, Rabbit! The Fat One kicks off May Day with a recap of his Wednesday and Thursday which included the coupon, sport ball, Survivor, the garbage disposal installation, Kohl's cash and much more. Happy National Chocolate Parfait Day.