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Keith and Patrick Lee didn't start their machine shop with a giant facility, a full team, or a fleet of high-end equipment. They started with a Tormach in a one-car garage, a willingness to learn, and the belief that if they kept showing up, solving problems, and doing what they said they would do, they could build something real. In this episode of MakingChips, Keith and Patrick share the story behind their South Jersey machine shop, from discovering CNC through high school STEM projects and YouTube videos to slowly building the business on nights and weekends. Keith brings the hands-on machining background, including time in the Air National Guard and aerospace manufacturing, while Patrick brings a mechanical engineering background and experience in heavy construction operations. Together, they've had to figure out not just how to make parts, but how to build a business from scratch. Their journey is full of the kind of lessons every shop owner can relate to: learning CNC by doing, finding early work through Xometry, using LinkedIn to build real customer relationships, deciding when to invest in equipment, and building processes before hiring or automating. They also talk openly about what it's like to work with a sibling, how they handle disagreements, and why "family before the business, family after the business" has become a guiding principle. What sets Keith and Patrick apart isn't flashy equipment or decades of experience. It's their ethos: ownership, duty, discipline, honesty, and a commitment to bringing honor back to American manufacturing. They want to build a shop that treats customers like partners, pays skilled people well, and proves that doing the right thing still matters. What's Covered in this Episode (0:00) Keith's "fake it till you make it" CNC job story (0:47) Keith and Patrick Lee's origin story in manufacturing (STEM, John Saunders, and more) (3:47) Launching the business and building out the shop themselves (4:48) First real machines and early customers: Xometry to get started, then upgrading to a Haas mini mill and Prototrack lathe scored at auction (6:29) Take your shop to the next level with high-end DN Solutions Machining  (7:40) Current equipment: multiple Haas machines and why standardizing on one brand makes sense at this stage (8:23) Learning CNC: Keith's self-taught journey through YouTube, a year at a job shop, and why high-mix/low-volume is the best education (12:00) Customer acquisition and sales challenges they're tackling (13:55) What actually works on LinkedIn: personal content, authentic connections, and targeted warm outreach to local companies (17:42) Networking group: Brett Lister's local machinist community and how generously this industry shares (19:12) Your buyers have technical questions. Navu delivers reliable, accurate answers. (20:25) Building a process from scratch: why developing process is harder than improving one; the need for standards before automation or hiring (23:09) QMS and documentation: how they built their QMS, use travelers and job sheets, and adopted Infab ERP (25:42) Knowledge retention challenges: capturing speeds, feeds, and setup know-how before the next hire (28:03) Delegate and elevate: having Patrick program and set up jobs as a test run for future onboarding (30:15) Brand and values: ownership, duty, discipline; what actually sets a two-Haas shop apart in a crowded market (33:00) High say-do ratio: doing what you say you will do as the primary differentiator; treating customers like family (36:55) Check out the Hennig Workflow (an automated pallet delivery system) (41:31) General vs. niche: why being a general job shop makes sense at the start; focusing on milling in a specific size range as a core competency (43:44) QMS as foundation for certification: AS9100 vs. ISO 9001; getting into aerospace overflow work first before pursuing the cert (48:09) Closing advice: working with a sibling means family before business and family after business (49:38) Starting a shop: do it before it is too late; it takes twice as long and costs twice as much, and neither is a reason not to (50:39) Gates's Law: overestimate what you can do in one year; underestimate what you can do in five Resources Mentioned Tormach Haas Automation Xometry NYC CNC (John Saunders) — YouTube DN Solutions Navu Hennig Workflow Automation The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber Connect with Keith & Patrick Lee Liberty Manufacturing Keith Lee on LinkedIn Patrick Lee on LinkedIn Connect With MakingChips www.MakingChips.com On Facebook On LinkedIn On Instagram On Twitter On YouTube

The market finally delivered the pullback we expected, with stocks retreating roughly 4.5% before finding support at the 50-day moving average. Was that enough to reset bullish sentiment, or is another correction still ahead? In this episode, Lance Roberts examines why the 50-DMA remains one of the most important technical support levels during an ongoing bull market and whether the recent decline was simply a healthy pause within a larger uptrend. Here's a topical rundown of today's show: 0:00 - INTRO 0:54 - Launching another Holiday-shortened Week 6:17 - Market Pullback Enables Stock Buys 12:26 - Roberts Family Travel Travails 26:55 - Markets Pull Back 35:13 - Bond Yields Now Exceed Yield on Equities 37:42 - Market Analysis Now 40:16 - How to Trade Now (Avoid Narratives) 46:38 - World Cup & Social Media Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/csXApjrvlNY?feature=share ------- Watch today's "Before the Bell" feature, "S6-15-26 Bull Market Pullback Held" here: https://youtu.be/rat_wi7b9eM ------- Watch our previous show, "Aging Alone: The Financial, Legal, and Caregiving Plan" https://youtube.com/live/1xGIEPzZgQQ ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ ------- * REGISTER for our next Candid Coffee, "Beyond Protection: What Life Insurance Can Really Do," Saturday, June 20, 2026: https://streamyard.com/watch/WauFUig8HFtb --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #SP500 #MarketCorrection #Investing #TechnicalAnalysis #Investing #BullMarket #MarketCorrection

A Shot in the Arm Media launches a new nine-part series produced in partnership with the UCSF Institute for Global Health Sciences, built around the book Redefining Global Health in the 21st Century, co-authored by Dr. mike Reid (UCSF Institute for Global Health Sciences) and Ambassador Eric Goosby (former U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and former PEPFAR Chief Medical Officer). In this prologue episode, Reid and Goosby explain why they wrote the book, what defined the “golden era” of global health since the early 2000s—the Global Fund, PEPFAR, Gavi—and why that progress now feels at risk under the Trump administration's cuts to USAID and PEPFAR. They introduce the book's central metaphor, borrowed from Cory Doctorow's concept of “enshittification,” to ask whether global health institutions are on the brink of decay, and argue that decline is a choice, not a destiny. The conversation previews the arc of the series—covering the old order, governance, financing, climate, technology and AI, and self-care for health workers—and closes with a call for honesty, bipartisanship and accountability, grounded in the legacies of Nelson Mandela and Steve Biko. 00:00 Introduction: Is the Greatest Threat to Global Health... Us? 00:49 Launching the Series: Redefining Global Health in the 21st Century 02:06 Meet the Authors: Dr. Mike Reid and Ambassador Eric Goosby 02:32 Why They Wrote This Book 03:28 Writing Through the Trump Transition 05:28 The Golden Era of Global Health 08:04 Shared Responsibility and Its Roots 10:21 What's Unraveling Now 11:34 Vancouver 1996 and the Roots of the Reckoning 12:18 Honoring Health Workers and Naming the Moral Injury 14:18 What Would Have to Change, Structurally and Politically 17:50 “Enshittification” and the Risk of Global Health Decline 20:30 Kuhn, Paradigm Shifts, and a New Vision for Global Health 22:17 Goosby's 38,000-Foot View: Aligning Need, Access and Governance 25:16 Reid on Financing, Governance, Science and New Tools 28:06 Mapping the Series and the Book's Chapters 32:11 Reform Agenda or Transformation Agenda? 35:19 Letters to My Daughters: Making Global Health Personal 37:31 Why Global Health Matters at Home 41:12 Does the Field Still Reflect Why We Got Into It? 43:18 Bipartisanship, Nelson Mandela and Steve Biko 46:18 Toward a Reckoning: Truth, Reconciliation and Accountability 51:02 “Not on Our Watch” 53:27 Holding the Administration to Account 56:32 The Book, Its Price, and Where to Find It 58:23 Sign-Off and What's Coming in Episode Two Learn more about the book: https://bit.ly/redefining-global-health More from UCSF Institute for Global Health Sciences: https://globalhealthsciences.ucsf.edu Check Out mike Reid's Substack: https://substack.com/@reimaginingglobalhealth Check Out Ben's Substack: https://substack.com/@benplumley1 Join the Conversation! What would it take for global health to avoid decline? Share your thoughts in the comments! Subscribe & Stay Updated: Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform. Watch on YouTube & subscribe for more in-depth global health — and look out for a dedicated sub channel for Redefining Global Health in the 21st Century under A Shot in the Arm's YouTube home. Redefining Global Health in the 21st Century (Playlist on Youtube) https://bit.ly/rgh-podcast A Shot in the Arm Podcast Youtube (Main Channel) https://youtube.com/@shotarmpodcast

The market finally delivered the pullback we expected, with stocks retreating roughly 4.5% before finding support at the 50-day moving average. Was that enough to reset bullish sentiment, or is another correction still ahead? In this episode, Lance Roberts examines why the 50-DMA remains one of the most important technical support levels during an ongoing bull market and whether the recent decline was simply a healthy pause within a larger uptrend. Here's a topical rundown of today's show: 0:00 - INTRO 0:54 - Launching another Holiday-shortened Week 6:17 - Market Pullback Enables Stock Buys 12:26 - Roberts Family Travel Travails 26:55 - Markets Pull Back 35:13 - Bond Yields Now Exceed Yield on Equities 37:42 - Market Analysis Now 40:16 - How to Trade Now (Avoid Narratives) 46:38 - World Cup & Social Media Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/csXApjrvlNY?feature=share ------- Watch today's "Before the Bell" feature, "S6-15-26 Bull Market Pullback Held" here: https://youtu.be/rat_wi7b9eM ------- Watch our previous show, "Aging Alone: The Financial, Legal, and Caregiving Plan" https://youtube.com/live/1xGIEPzZgQQ ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ ------- * REGISTER for our next Candid Coffee, "Beyond Protection: What Life Insurance Can Really Do," Saturday, June 20, 2026: https://streamyard.com/watch/WauFUig8HFtb --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #SP500 #MarketCorrection #Investing #TechnicalAnalysis #Investing #BullMarket #MarketCorrection

Bryan Daly: The Power of Epic Business Networking Guest Background Bryan Daly is a financial planner and the founder of Epic Business Connections, a networking community he built after the mortgage industry downturn in 2008 forced him to rethink how he grew his business. What started as a way to fill his calendar with clients became something much bigger. Nearly twenty years later, Epic has grown into a thriving community built on trust, learning, and genuine relationships, meeting every Thursday morning online. What Bryan and Julie Discuss Why the 2008 mortgage crisis became Bryan's turning point and pushed him toward a new path Choosing self leadership over giving up and starting something entirely new How consistent referral and networking filled his calendar with clients The unexpected friendships and sense of community that came from showing up week after week Expanding social circles as life and career continue to evolve over time A story about two members who met through the group and got married How Epic Business Connections is designed, including no dues, no fees, and no mandatory meetings The early days at Panera Bread, where 80 to 100 people would show up for breakout sessions The shift from in person meetings across South Florida to an online format after COVID What a typical Thursday morning session looks like, including breakouts and education New ideas for speed networking rounds and friendly contests for members The legendary Purple Monkey Award for the best business commercial Challenging the traditional definition of networking and what makes Epic different Connecting with people who never thought networking was for them, including skeptics Bringing charitable giving back into the group's mission going forward Launching a new website for Epic Business Connections to showcase the community An open invitation to join the free Thursday morning sessions at 8 a.m. Eastern Key Takeaways for Leaders Resilience builds legacy, and a setback can become the foundation for purpose driven impact Authentic connection creates more value than transactional networking ever could Consistent presence, not one big effort, fuels personal and professional growth over time Letting go of old beliefs about networking opens the door to real opportunity Community and relationships are at the heart of long term success and fulfillment Showing up for others builds trust, friendship, and a true sense of belonging If you have ever felt like networking was not for you, this episode is your invitation to think differently. Show up, connect authentically, and discover the opportunities, friendships, and growth that come from genuine community. This episode is great for entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders ready to build meaningful connections and step into purpose driven growth and leadership. Connect with Julie Riga: https://stacklist.app/julieriga Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts, and share this episode with someone who could use a reminder that connection fuels success. #StayOnCourse #LeadershipCoach #PurposeDrivenLeadership #BusinessNetworking #AuthenticGrowth Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever looked at a podcast that seemed to take off overnight and assumed it was luck?A few weeks ago, I launched a brand-new show that landed in the Top 30 charts in Canada within days. While the rankings were exciting, they weren't the biggest takeaway. What surprised me most was what happened after people started listening. And that experience reinforced some powerful lessons about podcasting for business that every entrepreneur should hear.One of the biggest misconceptions in podcast growth is that you need a massive audience to succeed. But what this launch reminded me is that niche doesn't mean small—it means specific. When your message is clear, your content becomes more memorable, creating deeper audience growth and stronger connection. That's one of the foundations of successful podcasting for business.Another lesson? Being discovered and being remembered are two very different things. Yes, podcast SEO, positioning, and launch strategy helped people find the show. But listeners shared it because they connected with the stories. The emotions felt familiar. The experiences felt relatable. That's where real podcast growth begins.You'll also hear why the most effective business growth strategy isn't chasing a single tactic. Sustainable podcast business growth happens when trust, visibility, and connection work together. Whether you're focused on podcast marketing for business, podcast monetization, or trying to grow podcast downloads, momentum comes from creating conversations people want to continue long after the episode ends.This conversation explores what it really takes to grow your podcast, why specificity creates stronger results than broad appeal, and how podcasting for business can become one of the most powerful tools for building authority, relationships, and long-term business growth.Because it's not about reaching everyone. It's about reaching the right people. And this is where podcasting for business becomes far more effective than most creators realize.If you've ever wondered how to create a podcast that people genuinely care about, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on what drives podcast download growth, audience loyalty, and meaningful business growth.Enjoyed this conversation? Subscribe to Small Town Stories wherever you listen to podcasts, and if you're ready to build a podcast that supports your business goals, attracts the right audience, and creates lasting results, join Podcasts That Convert at janditchfield.co/join. Podcasting for business works best when strategy and connection come together.

RIGHT MESSAGE WITH THE RIGHT AUDIENCE Authority is built on clarity, collaboration, and consistently showing up, especially in your own voice and message. It's about being authentic. In this episode of Influential Voices of Authority, Erik K. Johnson sits down with Cindy J. Holbrook, the "Visibility Wiz," to uncover how experts and coaches can turn their podcast into not just more content but a true engine of authority.   Important Links: Take Cindy's free three-minute quiz to discover your Client Attraction Style: https://giftfromcindyj.com. You can also find this at: https://podcasttalentcoach.com/wiz. Website: https://CindyJHolbrook.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CindyJHolbrook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindyj_thevisibilitywiz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindyjholbrook YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cindyj Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/apple Spotify: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/spotify Website: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/podcasts   Episode Segments: 00:00 Cindy on Podcast Evolution & Visibility 01:21 The Power of Owning Your Stage 02:21 Oprah's Interviewing Superpower 03:15 Launching a Podcast with Influencers 06:15 Authority and Core Messaging 08:21 Standing Out in a Crowded Niche 10:07 Messaging and Consistent Client Attraction 13:19 Authentic Business Strategy Alignment 15:33 Storytellers and Writers: Embracing Your Client Attraction Style 16:02 Doors Opening Through Podcasting 17:54 Lead Magnets and Capturing the Right Audience 19:07 The Power of the "3 a.m. Problem" 21:21 Relationships vs. Algorithms 24:04 Messaging that Cuts Through the Noise 25:00 Audience Growth Strategies for Podcasts 26:23 The Triple Win of Collaboration 28:02 Creating Stages and Collaborative Events 30:02 AI vs. Real Authority Relationships 32:19 The Value of Personal Stories 35:19 Attracting Your Ideal Clients Authentically 40:07 Letting Go of the Wrong People 41:14 Discover Your Ideal Client's True Traits 42:34 The Seven Client Attraction Styles   Key Takeaways: - Create Your Own Stage Cindy and Erik break down how launching a podcast instantly positions you as a creator (not just a guest) giving you authority and access to industry leaders for high-impact collaborations. - Borrowed Trust Multiplies Visibility Learn how featuring recognized names early creates exponential trust, opening doors to bigger audiences and more influential guests. When your dream guest says yes, their credibility flows to you, raising your profile in the process. - Your Message is Your North Star Authority is built when your message never wavers. Cindy and Erik show why clarity is more critical than novelty and how consistency carves out your category of one. The strongest brands aren't afraid to repeat their core message. They repeat it creatively, in different contexts, weaving in unique stories and personal experiences. - Authenticity is Non-Negotiable Discover why copying strategies that work for others leads to frustration, while embracing your unique client attraction style builds real connection and credibility. Cindy shares practical exercises, such as drawing your ideal client, to tap into authentic psychographic insights. - Lead Magnets That Attract Premium Clients Generic lead magnets build disengaged lists. Cindy and Erik stress the importance of solving the "3 a.m. problem" for your ideal client, designing offers and email content that resonate deeply and convert consistently. - Authority Endures Beyond AI While algorithms and AI shift daily, personal connection and storytelling remain the true currency of influence. Cindy's real-life stories, lessons learned, and her willingness to be visible (bald head and all) demonstrate how leaders stand out by owning their truth. - Collaboration is the Fast Track to Authority From summits and giveaways to roundtable interviews, collaborations create triple wins: for you, your partners, and your communities. Cindy and Erik reveal how even "new" podcasters can leverage collaborations to grow authority quickly.   Episode Highlights: How podcasting has evolved from interviews to powerful solo episodes with audience challenges Why partnering with top names can multiply trust overnight The seven client attraction styles and how to discover yours The dangers of vague messaging and the rewards of authentic, story-driven branding How to overcome imposter syndrome by focusing on serving a specific community   Links and Resources: Take Cindy's free three-minute quiz to discover your Client Attraction Style: https://giftfromcindyj.com. You can also find this at: https://podcasttalentcoach.com/wiz Website: https://CindyJHolbrook.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CindyJHolbrook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindyj_thevisibilitywiz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindyjholbrook YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cindyj   Your Podcast Authority Audit: Are you ready to take your podcast to greater heights? Most podcasts have an Authority Gap. Their content is good. Their expertise is real. But their message isn't landing. Does that sound familiar? The problem is that their positioning isn't clear. And, their podcast isn't creating the influence, opportunities, and clients it should. That's why I created the Podcast Authority Audit. The Audit is designed to uncover what's holding your podcast back from becoming the authority engine it was meant to be. We'll identify: • Where your authority is leaking • Why your message isn't creating action • What's preventing listeners from becoming clients • How to become the obvious choice in your niche Let me audit your podcast and find the gaps. Go to www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching, click the button and apply to have a chat with me. We will uncover your authority positioning problem, develop your plan to succeed, and see how I can help and support you to achieve your podcast goals. Get your Podcast Authority Audit at www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching.   Next Week: Next week on the show, we'll talk with Jedlie, host of the Reading With Your Kids podcast. He will show you how he has leveraged borrowed trust over 2,400 episodes to build trust and grow his business and impact.

AI Reporter Stephanie Palazzolo talks with TITV Host Akash Pasricha about Amazon CEO Andy Jassy's sound of the alarm about Anthropic's most advanced models. We also talk with The Information's Jyoti Mann about Meta's employee AI usage restrictions and Aaron Holmes about Microsoft considering an Xbox spin-out. Lastly, we get into Hydra Host's $100M funding round with CEO Aaron Ginn and Abridge's new Nvidia partnership with CEO Dr. Shiv Rao.Articles discussed on this episode: https://www.theinformation.com/briefings/fox-buy-roku-22-billionhttps://www.theinformation.com/briefings/exclusive-nvidia-server-marketplace-startup-raises-100-million-800-million-valuationhttps://www.theinformation.com/articles/one-silicon-valley-congressman-trying-get-ai-mega-money-politicshttps://www.theinformation.com/articles/amazons-jassy-raised-concerns-anthropic-model-trump-crackdownSubscribe: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theinformation The Information: https://www.theinformation.com/subscribe_hSign up for the AI Agenda newsletter: https://www.theinformation.com/features/ai-agendaTITV airs weekdays on YouTube, X and LinkedIn at 10AM PT / 1PM ET. Or check us out wherever you get your podcasts.Follow us:X: https://x.com/theinformationIG: https://www.instagram.com/theinformation/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@titv.theinformationLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theinformation/Chapters:00:00 - Introduction01:13 - Fox Acquires Roku & Salesforce Buys Fin 03:10 - Exclusive: Why Andy Jassy Warned the Trump Administration About Anthropic 11:51 - Meta's Internal AI Cost Crackdown: The Shift to Token Minimizing 17:47 - Inside Microsoft's Plan to Overhaul or Spin Out Xbox 24:32 - Hydra Host CEO Aaron Ginn on raising $100M at an $800M Valuation 32:47 - Abridge CEO Doctor Shiv Rao on Launching a Healthcare AI Model with Nvidia

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Monica Cornitcher. Entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind Medase Cocktails, and the realities of launching, funding, and scaling a premium nonalcoholic spirits brand in a highly competitive market. Purpose of the Conversation The purpose of the episode is to: Educate aspiring entrepreneurs on how to build a differentiated consumer brand Demonstrate the importance of storytelling, market clarity, and operational discipline Highlight the growth of the nonalcoholic / zero‑proof beverage movement Inspire founders—especially founders of color—to own their niche, seek capital strategically, and scale intentionally. Key Takeaways 1. Business Built from Personal Need and Purpose Medase Cocktails was co‑founded by Monica and her lifelong friend during her friend’s battle with breast cancer, a time when alcohol was no longer an option—but celebration still mattered. The brand was created to allow people to celebrate authentically without alcohol It carries emotional depth rooted in friendship, gratitude, and loss Monica continues the mission after her co‑founder passed away in 2024 Lesson: Purpose-driven businesses create deeper emotional connection and long-term brand equity. 2. Differentiation Is Everything Monica deliberately rejected the “sparkling water with flavor” model common in nonalcoholic drinks. Her differentiators include: Authentic cocktail taste (Old Fashioned, Margarita, Moscow Mule) Organic juices, not artificial flavors Bold packaging that stands out on shelves Drinks designed to smell, taste, and feel like real cocktails Lesson: Competing on authenticity—not cost—is how you carve out market share in crowded spaces. 3. Brand Names and Stories Matter The name “Medase” means “thank you” and reflects gratitude, friendship, and emotional support. Monica emphasizes: Every flavor name, color, and product decision has a story A strong brand narrative creates curiosity, loyalty, and investor interest Lesson: People invest in brands they feel—emotionally, not just intellectually. 4. Venture Capital Is Not Just About Numbers While financials matter, Monica stresses that VCs also invest in founders and stories. What helped her secure venture capital: A compelling personal story Relevant founder skill sets (M&A, law, operations) Clear understanding of the market opportunity Lesson: Early-stage funding often depends on who you are and why you’re building, not just revenue. 5. Research, Planning, and Discipline Before Launch Unlike many food startups, Medase did not begin in a kitchen. They: Conducted a feasibility study Built a formal business plan Worked with a Black female food scientist Set strict personal funding limits before seeking capital Lesson: Preparation reduces risk and builds long-term sustainability. 6. Scaling Requires Operational Maturity As sales increased—especially on Amazon—Monica emphasized the need to move from “hustle mode” to operational excellence. Key scaling principles: Understand unit economics Track ROI for events and activations Adjust pricing as volume increases Build strategy across marketing, operations, and distribution Lesson: Hustle starts the business; operations grow it. 7. Niche First, Expansion Later Medase does not try to be “everything to everyone.” Core customers include: People seeking a break from alcohol Health-conscious consumers Black men looking for alcohol replacements Consumers wanting cocktail taste without hangovers Lesson: Strong niches create loyal advocates who fuel organic growth. 8. Smart Distribution Strategy Rather than rushing into retail, Monica prioritized direct-to-consumer channels: Amazon (top-performing channel) Brand website TikTok Shop Only after 6–7 months of traction did retail expansion become viable. Lesson: Control your margins and demand before entering expensive retail environments. Memorable Quotes “I wanted an authentic cocktail without compromise.” “Everything we do has a story behind it.” “Sometimes it’s not about the financials—it’s about the founder and the story.” “Don’t be everything to everybody. Find your market and stick with your market.” “Hustle starts the business, but operations give you scale.” “If it tastes too much like alcohol and you gave me a one-star review—thank you. That means I did my job.” Overall Message This episode is a real-world entrepreneurial blueprint showing how clarity of vision, emotional authenticity, disciplined planning, and niche focus can turn a personal idea into a scalable national brand. Monica Cornitcher exemplifies the modern founder:visionary, data-aware, emotionally intelligent, and unapologetically authentic. #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Monica Cornitcher. Entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind Medase Cocktails, and the realities of launching, funding, and scaling a premium nonalcoholic spirits brand in a highly competitive market. Purpose of the Conversation The purpose of the episode is to: Educate aspiring entrepreneurs on how to build a differentiated consumer brand Demonstrate the importance of storytelling, market clarity, and operational discipline Highlight the growth of the nonalcoholic / zero‑proof beverage movement Inspire founders—especially founders of color—to own their niche, seek capital strategically, and scale intentionally. Key Takeaways 1. Business Built from Personal Need and Purpose Medase Cocktails was co‑founded by Monica and her lifelong friend during her friend’s battle with breast cancer, a time when alcohol was no longer an option—but celebration still mattered. The brand was created to allow people to celebrate authentically without alcohol It carries emotional depth rooted in friendship, gratitude, and loss Monica continues the mission after her co‑founder passed away in 2024 Lesson: Purpose-driven businesses create deeper emotional connection and long-term brand equity. 2. Differentiation Is Everything Monica deliberately rejected the “sparkling water with flavor” model common in nonalcoholic drinks. Her differentiators include: Authentic cocktail taste (Old Fashioned, Margarita, Moscow Mule) Organic juices, not artificial flavors Bold packaging that stands out on shelves Drinks designed to smell, taste, and feel like real cocktails Lesson: Competing on authenticity—not cost—is how you carve out market share in crowded spaces. 3. Brand Names and Stories Matter The name “Medase” means “thank you” and reflects gratitude, friendship, and emotional support. Monica emphasizes: Every flavor name, color, and product decision has a story A strong brand narrative creates curiosity, loyalty, and investor interest Lesson: People invest in brands they feel—emotionally, not just intellectually. 4. Venture Capital Is Not Just About Numbers While financials matter, Monica stresses that VCs also invest in founders and stories. What helped her secure venture capital: A compelling personal story Relevant founder skill sets (M&A, law, operations) Clear understanding of the market opportunity Lesson: Early-stage funding often depends on who you are and why you’re building, not just revenue. 5. Research, Planning, and Discipline Before Launch Unlike many food startups, Medase did not begin in a kitchen. They: Conducted a feasibility study Built a formal business plan Worked with a Black female food scientist Set strict personal funding limits before seeking capital Lesson: Preparation reduces risk and builds long-term sustainability. 6. Scaling Requires Operational Maturity As sales increased—especially on Amazon—Monica emphasized the need to move from “hustle mode” to operational excellence. Key scaling principles: Understand unit economics Track ROI for events and activations Adjust pricing as volume increases Build strategy across marketing, operations, and distribution Lesson: Hustle starts the business; operations grow it. 7. Niche First, Expansion Later Medase does not try to be “everything to everyone.” Core customers include: People seeking a break from alcohol Health-conscious consumers Black men looking for alcohol replacements Consumers wanting cocktail taste without hangovers Lesson: Strong niches create loyal advocates who fuel organic growth. 8. Smart Distribution Strategy Rather than rushing into retail, Monica prioritized direct-to-consumer channels: Amazon (top-performing channel) Brand website TikTok Shop Only after 6–7 months of traction did retail expansion become viable. Lesson: Control your margins and demand before entering expensive retail environments. Memorable Quotes “I wanted an authentic cocktail without compromise.” “Everything we do has a story behind it.” “Sometimes it’s not about the financials—it’s about the founder and the story.” “Don’t be everything to everybody. Find your market and stick with your market.” “Hustle starts the business, but operations give you scale.” “If it tastes too much like alcohol and you gave me a one-star review—thank you. That means I did my job.” Overall Message This episode is a real-world entrepreneurial blueprint showing how clarity of vision, emotional authenticity, disciplined planning, and niche focus can turn a personal idea into a scalable national brand. Monica Cornitcher exemplifies the modern founder:visionary, data-aware, emotionally intelligent, and unapologetically authentic. #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Franchise consultant Giuseppe Grammatico tells his complete story from working in his family's restaurant as a kid, to grinding through a 5-hour daily commute on Wall Street, to buying his first franchise in 2007, scaling it to a manager-run operation, and ultimately selling the business for approximately a 3X multiple in 2020.In this deeply personal solo episode of the Franchise Freedom Podcast, Giuseppe breaks down:Whether you're a corporate executive exploring a career change, curious about semi passive franchise ownership, or ready to invest in a franchise, this episode gives you the unfiltered, real-world blueprint from someone who's been in your shoes.

Nearly two centuries ago, a French aristocrat called Alexis De Tocqueville went on a trip around America and wrote up his findings in a book called Democracy in America. Many people still think it's the most insightful thing ever written about the country. John Prideaux, The Economist's US Editor, is one of them. Tocqueville found Americans' faith in freedom and self-improvement exhilariting—he was the first foreigner to foresee how this new society would change the world. On America's 250th birthday, John Prideaux sets out on a road trip of his own, following Tocqueville's footsteps from New York to Michigan to Washington, to find out how much of what inspired Tocqueville endures in Trump's America.Launching in June Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about tensions erupting again in the Middle East with the United States launching more strikes against Iran. President Donald Trump has threatened to attack Iran "very hard" after the US carried out so called "self-defence" strikes. Meanwhile, Iran said it has shut the Strait of Hormuz

Miranda Kerr returns! The former Victoria's Secret model, mother of four and KORA Organics founder is here to chat about navigating beauty and business in her 40s, from her evolved skincare routine and how she preps for the MET Gala red carpet to the high tech wellness gadgets that are really worth the money.Tune in as Miranda opens up about her personal style and wellness philosophy in 2026, including the real reason why she is choosing not to launch any new KORA products this year, and the relatable way she's copping to using AI.You'll hear about:The life-changing impact of her recent meditation retreat and how she stays present in a world of constant digital distractionMiranda takes us back to her big break, revealing how singing a tune for Steven Meisel got her cast in her first high-fashion campaignThe model's candid take on the grueling workout regimens of her Victoria's Secret days versus her current toddler-as-workout-ball routineThe simple six-minute arm circuit she learned from Megan Roup to prep for the Met GalaMiranda's decision to skip new product launches this year, choosing instead to lean into her brand's existing hero products, like KORA's Breaking Beauty-approved Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating MaskFrom at-home red light therapy and microcurrent devices to the way she uses ChatGPT to navigate difficult conversations, Miranda shares her current high-tech and high-touch ritualsPssst - KORA Organics is offering our listeners a 20% off code to shop KORA Organics. Use code BREAKINGBEAUTY20 at koraorganics.com to save. For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Related episodes like this: Miranda Kerr, Founder of Kora OrganicsMeet Red Carpet Facialist Iván Pol aka The Beauty SandwichThe No-B.S. Makeup Tips You Need to Hear Now with Viral Makeup Artist Erica Taylor PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! Medik8Visit Medik8.us or the new Medik8.CA to discover more. Use code BREAKING20 to save 20% on your first order.LightstimIf you want the same medical-grade technology at home that doctors use to treat wrinkles and slow aging, go to LightStim.com and use code BEAUTY to save 10%. GoodrReady to upgrade your eyewear to something functional, fashionable, fun and affordable? Head to Goodr.com/BEAUTY to claim $10 off your first order. NutrafolLet your hair be one less thing to worry about. See visibly thicker, stronger, faster-growing hair in 3–6 months with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code BREAKING.MeritRight now, Merit Beauty is offering our listeners their Signature Makeup Bag with your first order at MeritBeauty.com. Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes! *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Join Lou for Memory 345, recorded on a December 2021 evening as our Epcot adventure continues. After enjoying the Canadian Holiday Voyageurs and saying goodbye to our friends near the Christmas tree, we head into Future World — passing the roar of Test Track before arriving at Mission: SPACE.This time, the kids are ready for their first‑ever ride on the Orange Mission, and their excitement is contagious. Traci decides to sit this one out, so we leave our things with her and head inside for a surprisingly short wait. You'll hear the nervous energy as we move through the queue, the extended delay in the briefing room, and the moment we finally receive our roles for the mission.Once we're locked into our cockpit, the fun begins. From the intense G‑forces of launch to the sudden shift into simulated weightlessness, the kids' laughter, screams, and pure joy make this Memory something special. After landing on Mars, we reunite with Traci and begin making our way toward Soarin' — ready for something a little gentler… well, for most of us. Mikey is ready to go again.

"Find people that you're willing to invest in, and you're going to go to some really cool places that you can't currently imagine." Episode Chapters [00:05:32] Launching the Wisdom of Walt podcast [00:09:31] Why expanding beyond a personal brand is difficult [00:10:27] Look for the qualities someone brings to the team [00:13:05] Creating a complete Wisdom of Walt experience [00:15:44] Why leadership is about investing in other people [00:20:11] Walt Disney's legacy and the power of building an organization Growth requires more than talent and hard work. It also requires the willingness to trust others with responsibility, opportunity, and ownership. Many leaders, entrepreneurs, and creators reach a point where continued growth can bottleneck the business. For Jeff Barnes, that point is when he knew it was time to expand the Wisdom of Walt brand beyond himself and invite others to help shape its future. In this episode, Jeff, often referred to as Dr. Disneyland the author of The Wisdom of Walt, shares why he recently expanded his team, launched a podcast, and began building a larger vision for the future. He knows that when you align with people you trust, you can grow your impact by helping others grow alongside you. Connect with Jeff Barnes TheWisdomofWalt.com Instagram @drdisneyland Facebook Jeff Barnes Connect with Jody www.jodymaberry.com About Jody - https://jodymaberry.com/about-jody-maberry/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sugarjmaberry LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodymaberry/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sugarjmaberry/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jodymaberry  

Launching a new series in the book of Daniel. Helping us to find encouragement in a hostile world.

Policy Seminar | IFPRI Policy Seminar Engines of Growth in Fragile Contexts: Launching the IFPRI–UNU-WIDER research partnership Organized by IFPRI and United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER) June 10, 2026 Fragile and conflict-affected settings account for a growing share of global poverty. Roughly 2 billion people live in these areas, accounting for 25% of the world's population but 72% of the world's extreme poor. At the national level, many fragile economies struggle to sustain growth, create jobs, and recover from repeated shocks. Yet even amid conflict, climate stress, and political instability, some communities continue to adapt, work, trade, and invest. For these “islands of resilience,” local livelihoods, skills, trust, and collective action support local economic activity that connects to broader growth trajectories. Understanding these dynamics can help identify how strategic support can strengthen resilience, recovery, and livelihoods in at-risk economies. Join us for this event marking the launch of the IFPRI–UNU-WIDER research partnership, which will work with local partners to generate evidence on the engines of growth that sustain economic activity amid fragility. This seminar will bring together researchers, donors, policy stakeholders, and implementation partners to discuss why some local economies remain resilient under stress, what evidence is needed to guide investment and programming, and how policy can support locally grounded pathways to economic recovery. This event was supported by the CGIAR Food Frontiers and Security Program. We gratefully acknowledge the financial support provided by CGIAR funders through the CGIAR Trust Fund. For more information visit: https://www.cgiar.org/cgiar-research-porfolio-2025-2030/food-frontiers-and-security/. Welcome Remarks Daniel Gilligan, Director, Poverty, Gender, and Inclusion (PGI), IFPRI Patricia Justino, Director, UNU-WIDER Presentations from IFPRI and UNU-WIDER Katrina Kosec, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI Patricia Justino, Director, UNU-WIDER Panel Discussion: Unlocking Local Economies for Resilient Recovery Maya Ragab, Head of Programmes, Cairo International Centre for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping, and Peacebuilding (CCCPA) Elizabeth Radin, Senior Director of Research, International Rescue Committee (IRC) Luis Felipe López-Calva, Global Director, Prosperity Vertical, World Bank Group Closing Remarks Daniel Gilligan, Director, Poverty, Gender, and Inclusion (PGI), IFPRI Moderator Kibrom Abay, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI More about this Event: https://www.ifpri.org/event/engines-of-growth-in-fragile-contexts-launching-an-ifpri-unu-wider-research-partnership/ Subscribe IFPRI Insights newsletter and event announcements at www.ifpri.org/content/newsletter-subscription

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Monica Cornitcher. Entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind Medase Cocktails, and the realities of launching, funding, and scaling a premium nonalcoholic spirits brand in a highly competitive market. Purpose of the Conversation The purpose of the episode is to: Educate aspiring entrepreneurs on how to build a differentiated consumer brand Demonstrate the importance of storytelling, market clarity, and operational discipline Highlight the growth of the nonalcoholic / zero‑proof beverage movement Inspire founders—especially founders of color—to own their niche, seek capital strategically, and scale intentionally. Key Takeaways 1. Business Built from Personal Need and Purpose Medase Cocktails was co‑founded by Monica and her lifelong friend during her friend’s battle with breast cancer, a time when alcohol was no longer an option—but celebration still mattered. The brand was created to allow people to celebrate authentically without alcohol It carries emotional depth rooted in friendship, gratitude, and loss Monica continues the mission after her co‑founder passed away in 2024 Lesson: Purpose-driven businesses create deeper emotional connection and long-term brand equity. 2. Differentiation Is Everything Monica deliberately rejected the “sparkling water with flavor” model common in nonalcoholic drinks. Her differentiators include: Authentic cocktail taste (Old Fashioned, Margarita, Moscow Mule) Organic juices, not artificial flavors Bold packaging that stands out on shelves Drinks designed to smell, taste, and feel like real cocktails Lesson: Competing on authenticity—not cost—is how you carve out market share in crowded spaces. 3. Brand Names and Stories Matter The name “Medase” means “thank you” and reflects gratitude, friendship, and emotional support. Monica emphasizes: Every flavor name, color, and product decision has a story A strong brand narrative creates curiosity, loyalty, and investor interest Lesson: People invest in brands they feel—emotionally, not just intellectually. 4. Venture Capital Is Not Just About Numbers While financials matter, Monica stresses that VCs also invest in founders and stories. What helped her secure venture capital: A compelling personal story Relevant founder skill sets (M&A, law, operations) Clear understanding of the market opportunity Lesson: Early-stage funding often depends on who you are and why you’re building, not just revenue. 5. Research, Planning, and Discipline Before Launch Unlike many food startups, Medase did not begin in a kitchen. They: Conducted a feasibility study Built a formal business plan Worked with a Black female food scientist Set strict personal funding limits before seeking capital Lesson: Preparation reduces risk and builds long-term sustainability. 6. Scaling Requires Operational Maturity As sales increased—especially on Amazon—Monica emphasized the need to move from “hustle mode” to operational excellence. Key scaling principles: Understand unit economics Track ROI for events and activations Adjust pricing as volume increases Build strategy across marketing, operations, and distribution Lesson: Hustle starts the business; operations grow it. 7. Niche First, Expansion Later Medase does not try to be “everything to everyone.” Core customers include: People seeking a break from alcohol Health-conscious consumers Black men looking for alcohol replacements Consumers wanting cocktail taste without hangovers Lesson: Strong niches create loyal advocates who fuel organic growth. 8. Smart Distribution Strategy Rather than rushing into retail, Monica prioritized direct-to-consumer channels: Amazon (top-performing channel) Brand website TikTok Shop Only after 6–7 months of traction did retail expansion become viable. Lesson: Control your margins and demand before entering expensive retail environments. Memorable Quotes “I wanted an authentic cocktail without compromise.” “Everything we do has a story behind it.” “Sometimes it’s not about the financials—it’s about the founder and the story.” “Don’t be everything to everybody. Find your market and stick with your market.” “Hustle starts the business, but operations give you scale.” “If it tastes too much like alcohol and you gave me a one-star review—thank you. That means I did my job.” Overall Message This episode is a real-world entrepreneurial blueprint showing how clarity of vision, emotional authenticity, disciplined planning, and niche focus can turn a personal idea into a scalable national brand. Monica Cornitcher exemplifies the modern founder:visionary, data-aware, emotionally intelligent, and unapologetically authentic. #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald talks with Katelynn Stone, founder of EverRoot Academy, a new K-8 hybrid learning community set to launch in August 2026 in Crestview, Florida. After nearly two decades working across public and private education settings—including classrooms, leadership roles, and specialized learning environments—Katelynn is now building her own learner-centered educational model. EverRoot Academy combines virtual and place-based learning, multi-age groupings, community projects, and a flexible learning week designed to meet students where they are. Katelynn shares the challenges and excitement of launching a microschool, from navigating legal and insurance requirements to developing systems and building enrollment. She also discusses how her tutoring business became a bridge to school founding, why relationships are at the heart of educational entrepreneurship, and her long-term vision for creating a globally connected learning community. Whether you're an educator considering entrepreneurship, a parent exploring alternative learning options, or simply curious about the future of education, this conversation offers an inspiring look at what it takes to build something new. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

Annie sold a multi-million-dollar therapy center at 43. On paper, that kind of success should make a person feel safe. But money does not automatically rewrite what the body learned first. Host Syama Bunten sits down with Annie Wright, a licensed psychotherapist and executive coach specializing in trauma recovery for high achievers, for a conversation about what financial success can and cannot fix. For Annie, psychological healing and financial healing have never been separate work. Her childhood financial trauma shaped more than her beliefs about money. It shaped what safety, success, and self-worth felt like. Annie grew up between old-money privilege and real financial instability, watching money appear, disappear, and come with secrecy, shame, and survival. That early relational trauma and money mindset followed her into adulthood, even as she became the first in her family to build the kind of security she once imagined from a distance. This is a conversation about breaking the poverty cycle, first generation wealth building, and the emotional cost of becoming the person no one in your family knew how to model. Annie is honest about ambition as a survival strategy, the nervous system that still braces for everything to disappear, and why the numbers on paper do not always match the feeling of safety inside. Now, her work sits at the intersection of women and financial healing, with books, courses, and education designed to help more women move from survival into lives that feel secure, self-directed, and fully lived. Her 2026 book Decade of Decisions is part of that next chapter. If Annie's story speaks to you, keep going. The Wealth Catalyst Freedom Tour is bringing intimate money conversations to women in 32 cities this year. The Wealth Catalyst Summit lands in San Francisco this October for a full day built around what comes next. Find your city at wealthcatalyst.com.   Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Meet Annie Wright: Psychotherapist, Executive Coach, and Exited Entrepreneur 02:28 Growing Up Between Poverty and Old Money on the Coast of Maine 06:28 How Childhood Financial Trauma Shapes the Way Kids Survive 07:54 Getting a Full Ride to Brown and the Drive Behind It 11:25 The Peace Corps, a Breaking Point, and the Start of Healing 15:24 Burning Through Savings and Finding a Career Path at Esalen 17:43 Graduate School Debt, Minimum Wage Internships, and Financial Fear 23:45 Budgeting From Zero and the Financial Sobriety Journey 28:23 Launching a Therapy Center on Mat Leave and Betting on Herself 30:49 Being the Primary Earner and Making the Stay-at-Home Partner Decision 34:52 Knowing When to Sell and the Exit That Changed Everything 38:22 Trauma Recovery for High Achievers and the Mission Behind the Work 41:46 What Comes Next: Books, Courses, and Scaling the Impact 47:27 How to Find Annie Wright and What She Needs From You   Connect with Annie Wright: Visit Annie's website Subscribe to Annie's Substack   Find more from Syama Bunten: Attend a Salon near you: wealthcatalyst.com/salons Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/syama.co/ Join Syama's Substack: https://thewealthcatalystwithsyama.substack.com/ Website: https://wealthcatalyst.com Download Syama's Free Resources: https://wealthcatalyst.com/resources Wealth Catalyst Summit: https://wealthcatalyst.com/summits Speaking: https://syamabunten.com Big Delta Capital: www.bigdeltacapital.com Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

Opening a clinic or planning a rebrand? Discover the marketing foundations that help attract patients, improve visibility, and support long-term growth.⭐ Episode guide and blog post: https://propelyourcompany.com/launching-a-clinic-marketing-priorities/Send in your questions. ❤ We'd love to hear from you!Webinar: The Hidden SEO Mistakes Costing Clinics Patients Right Now (And Easy Fixes You Can Start Making This Week)Save your spot: https://propelyourcompany.com/june/** Can't make it live? Register anyway. You'll get access to the limited-time replay. *** 

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Tension is mounting at Akyem Abirem in the Birim North District of the Eastern Region as supporters of the ruling NDC and constituency executives have angrily blocked the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, from launching a cooperative mining scheme in the district

Mariam Naficy is the founder and chairman of Minted — the online marketplace where independent artists around the world sell everything from cards to wall art to home decor. She's also the founder and CEO of Arcade, an AI platform reimagining how physical products get designed and made.But before any of that, Mariam was the child of immigrants who fled Iran after the revolution and rebuilt their lives from scratch. Watching her family lose everything left her, by age ten, with one conviction: she would have to take care of herself. That drive carried her through Goldman Sachs and Stanford — where she became one of the only MBAs in her class to skip the corporate path and bet on herself, back when entrepreneurship wasn't really a thing.In 1998, she co-founded Eve.com, one of the first online beauty retailers — back when investors told her women would never buy makeup online. It sold for over $100 million, just two weeks before the dot-com crash. Years later, she launched Minted. And it nearly broke her. Zero sales for months. Critics who dismissed the idea. A newborn at home. And the fear that her first big win had just been luck. The turnaround came when she stopped guessing, and started asking artists and customers what they actually wanted — and built one of the earliest creator-economy success stories.In this episode, Mariam shares how fleeing Iran shaped her relationship with risk and money, what her mother meant when she said "beat all the boys," and why she bet on herself with no family history in business. We get into building Eve in the earliest days of e-commerce, selling a company before 30, and the darkest stretch of Minted — when she was ready to give her investors their money back. She tells us how she got through those dark times, the mindset that kept her going, and the advice she'd give other founders. She also opens up about motherhood, self-doubt, the pivot that saved the company, and what she's building now with Arcade.In this episode, we'll talk to Mariam about:* How fleeing Iran shaped her relationship with risk and financial independence. [03:24]* Why financial security became a driving force. [04:20]* Choosing entrepreneurship over the traditional corporate ladder. [05:20]* Being one of the only Stanford MBA graduates to start a company in 1998. [06:21]* Writing and publishing a book to stand out and fund her education. [10:58]* Convincing a future co-founder to leave New York and build a company together. [14:19]* Launching one of the first online beauty retailers before e-commerce was mainstream. [15:49]* Raising $26 million as first-time founders. [17:59]* Selling the company just before the dot-com crash changed everything. [21:54]* Navigating the emotional comedown after early success. [23:42]* The lessons she learned between her first startup and launching Minted. [26:44]* Facing the darkest moments of entrepreneurship when Minted struggled to gain traction. [30:19]* Navigating motherhood while scaling a fast-growing company. [40:14]* Stepping away from the CEO role to prioritize family during a pivotal season. [44:37]* Building Arcade and using AI to reimagine product creation and manufacturing. [45:33]* The biggest mistakes founders make when starting a business. [48:21]* What she looks for when hiring future leaders and long-term team members. [49:19]This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10Follow Yasmin:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/Follow Mariam:* Website: https://www.minted.com/* Website: https://www.arcade.ai/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mnaficy/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minted/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arcade.ai/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 2026 | Volume 55, Issue 5Launching a Second Scientific RevolutionJay BhattacharyaDirector, National Institutes of Health The following is adapted from a speech delivered at a Hillsdale College National Leadership Seminar on April 28, 2026, in Dana Point, California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 2026 | Volume 55, Issue 5Launching a Second Scientific RevolutionJay BhattacharyaDirector, National Institutes of Health The following is adapted from a speech delivered at a Hillsdale College National Leadership Seminar on April 28, 2026, in Dana Point, California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Authority means more than just showing up on social media. It is about carving out space, going deep, and using your podcast as a vehicle to drive real results in your business. In this episode of Influential Voices of Authority, Erik K. Johnson sits down with Louise McDonnell, host of the Social Media Takeaway podcast and leading social media marketing expert. Louise unpacks how her show has become the cornerstone of her authority, expands her network, and consistently drives speaking opportunities and business growth on a global scale. Important Links: Louise McDonnell website: https://sellonsocial.media Louise's Social selling assessment: https://www.sellon.social Or PodcastTalentCoach.com/SellOn Podcast Authority Audit: http://www.podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/apple Spotify: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/spotify Website: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/podcasts   Episode Segments: 00:01 "Building Authority with Podcasting" 00:14 "Deep Dives and Organic Conversations" 01:36 "Guests, JV Partnerships, and Client Stories" 02:11 "Solo vs Interview Episodes" 02:49 "Launching to the Top of the Charts" 03:36 "Celebrating Guests and Milestones" 05:10 "Podcast Doors to Global Stages" 06:19 "Consistent Marketing with Podcasting" 07:19 "Who is Listening? Expanding Your Reach" 08:20 "Battling the Weeds: Staying Strategic" 09:27 "Planning, Data, and Determination" 11:46 "True Marketing Alignment" 13:15 "Where Businesses Go Wrong" 14:17 "The Power of a Clear Offer" 16:27 "Lead Generation Systems that Work" 17:38 "Getting Your Lead Magnet Seen" 18:10 "Ad Budgets and Platform Strategies" 19:14 "Training the Algorithm" 21:41 "Understanding Ad ROI and Nurture" 22:54 "Louise's Social Selling Assessment" 24:56 "How to Access the Assessment" 26:34 "If Louise Started Over" 28:35 "What's Next for Louise"   Key Takeaways: - Your Podcast as a Launchpad Louise reveals how her podcast directly led to speaking gigs at global summits, stronger JV partnerships, and a far-reaching client base. Visibility leads to opportunity, not just more content. - Consistency and Clarity Build Authority Coaches and consultants often let their own marketing slide. Committing to a podcast schedule keeps your brand top-of-mind and enforces discipline in your own strategic growth. - Marketing Missteps to Avoid Louise's data-driven social selling assessment highlights two major problems: lack of a clear, compelling offer and no lead generation system. She explains how social media marketing fails when the basics are overlooked, regardless of platform tricks or new features. - Your Email List is Your Real Asset Chasing followers is not the key. Louise argues the true winners in social media are those with powerful, nurtured email lists–and she shares her formula for connecting social efforts to lead generation and nurturing for real business growth. - Paid Ads are Essential for Scale Louise emphasizes the necessity of paid ads in today's landscape but breaks down how to be smart with modest budgets and train the algorithm for better ROI. She unpacks common pitfalls in Meta AI ad creation and how to keep brand images authentic. - Assess to Progress Louise's social selling assessment empowers entrepreneurs and experts to pinpoint real blockages in their marketing–from messaging to offer clarity to systems for consistent client acquisition.   Episode Highlights: How Louise leveraged her podcast to hit top business charts and open new business relationships Real stories of surprise listeners and expanding markets outside your niche Proven ways to move from frustrating busy-work to strategic marketing action The simple "alignment" principle that multiplies authority, no matter the platform Tactical tips on ads, LinkedIn tactics, and building a global business from a rural base   Connect with Louise McDonnell: Ready to identify your blind spots? Take Louise's free Social Selling Assessment and discover exactly where your marketing needs attention: https://sellon.social/assessment You can also find all the details at PodcastTalentCoach.com/sellon Website: https://sellon.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisemcdonnell/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisemcdonnell/   Your Podcast Authority Audit: Ready to strategically grow your podcast authority? You've published the episodes. You've stayed consistent. You know your content is good. And yet… You're not being seen as the authority in your niche Your podcast isn't creating the level of influence or opportunity you expected People listen—but they don't take action And you sound professional… but not unforgettable The truth? Consistency alone doesn't create authority. Intentional leadership does. Are you ready to turn your podcast into an authority engine and not just more content? Would you like to move from best-kept secret to recognized authority? Let me audit your podcast and find the gaps. Go to www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching, click the button and apply to have a chat with me. We will uncover your authority positioning problem, develop your plan to succeed, and see how I can help and support you to achieve your podcast goals. Get your podcast audit at www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching.

Most voters don't know that crypto and AI companies have spent more than $400 million this cycle to buy Congress. Let's make that spending visible. Originally published on June 8, 2026.

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupMost founders want to be first in a category. Justin Soleimani and Zach Dannett did the opposite, and built Tumble into one of the standout washable rug brands without raising a dollar.In this episode, the Tumble co-founders and Co-CEOs break down how they entered a category Ruggable created, fixed the product complaints they found buried in thousands of reviews, and validated the whole thing on Indiegogo before opening a Shopify store. Then they get into the part most founders never have to survive: moving their entire supply chain out of China in 30 days when tariffs went from 25% to 175%.What's covered:Why they launched with 120 SKUs and used crowdfunding as a demand-forecasting tool, not just a fundraiserThe lot-number QC system that let them kill 90%+ of product defects within two yearsHow pre-orders and Shopify payouts gave them a negative cash conversion cycle while bootstrappingWhy they didn't hire a single full-time employee until they were well past $20M in revenueThe China-to-Thailand pivot and accidental Canada launch during the tariff crisisTheir YouTube incrementality test that ran head-to-head against Meta, and tiedJustin's contrarian take on vibe coding: automate manual tasks, don't rip out your tech stackWho this is for: Bootstrapped DTC founders, operators obsessed with margin and cash flow, and anyone building a physical-product brand in a competitive category.What to steal: The crowdfunding-as-validation playbook, the lot-tracking QC system, and the asset-light structure that let them move a supply chain overnight.Timestamps:00:00 Why Great Competitors Make You Better03:00 Launching 120 SKUs Through Crowdfunding10:00 Product Feedback at Scale18:00 Growing Past $20M With No Employees23:00 Surviving Tariffs and Moving ManufacturingSubscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupAdvertise on DTC - https://dtcnews.link/advertiseWork with Pilothouse - https://dtcnews.link/pilothouseFollow us on Instagram & Twitter - @dtcnewsletterWatch this interview on YouTube - https://dtcnews.link/video

We underestimate how much music shapes our lives. Launching us into Psalms for the Summer, Pastor Josh explores Psalm 96 and challenges us to turn up the praise by filling our hearts and minds with songs that draw us closer to God. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live

I'm super excited to share today's chat with Brandon Lane Moore. During our conversation, we talked about starting with lyrics, having a strong first line, and choosing a project's title from lyrics. Brandon also shared his music inspirations, his journey from being in a band to launching his solo career, and the details about his EP, Free As A Feather. I had a blast chatting with Brandon, so I hope you enjoy listening to our conversation.Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do you have a topic suggestion for an episode? Would you like to be a guest? Email me at writeontrackpodcast@gmail.com. Also, I'd love to connect with you. My official website is http://demimschwartz.com, and you can find me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/demimschwartz, Instagram at http://instagram.com/demimschwartz, and Facebook at http://facebook.com/demimschwartz.Thank you so much for listening. Until next time, stay “write on track!”

Federated Farmers has launched a five-point plan setting out what it says should be the major focuses for the next Government. The plan focuses on reducing farming cost, enabling technology and infrastructure, empowering community conservation, supporting young farmers, and fixing local government. Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford told Heather du Plessis-Allan that a thriving farming sector is a thriving country. "If we want to get the cost of food down then we've got to take this cost out of farming because that's obviously where the food comes from." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Monica Cornitcher. Entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind Medase Cocktails, and the realities of launching, funding, and scaling a premium nonalcoholic spirits brand in a highly competitive market. Purpose of the Conversation The purpose of the episode is to: Educate aspiring entrepreneurs on how to build a differentiated consumer brand Demonstrate the importance of storytelling, market clarity, and operational discipline Highlight the growth of the nonalcoholic / zero‑proof beverage movement Inspire founders—especially founders of color—to own their niche, seek capital strategically, and scale intentionally. Key Takeaways 1. Business Built from Personal Need and Purpose Medase Cocktails was co‑founded by Monica and her lifelong friend during her friend’s battle with breast cancer, a time when alcohol was no longer an option—but celebration still mattered. The brand was created to allow people to celebrate authentically without alcohol It carries emotional depth rooted in friendship, gratitude, and loss Monica continues the mission after her co‑founder passed away in 2024 Lesson: Purpose-driven businesses create deeper emotional connection and long-term brand equity. 2. Differentiation Is Everything Monica deliberately rejected the “sparkling water with flavor” model common in nonalcoholic drinks. Her differentiators include: Authentic cocktail taste (Old Fashioned, Margarita, Moscow Mule) Organic juices, not artificial flavors Bold packaging that stands out on shelves Drinks designed to smell, taste, and feel like real cocktails Lesson: Competing on authenticity—not cost—is how you carve out market share in crowded spaces. 3. Brand Names and Stories Matter The name “Medase” means “thank you” and reflects gratitude, friendship, and emotional support. Monica emphasizes: Every flavor name, color, and product decision has a story A strong brand narrative creates curiosity, loyalty, and investor interest Lesson: People invest in brands they feel—emotionally, not just intellectually. 4. Venture Capital Is Not Just About Numbers While financials matter, Monica stresses that VCs also invest in founders and stories. What helped her secure venture capital: A compelling personal story Relevant founder skill sets (M&A, law, operations) Clear understanding of the market opportunity Lesson: Early-stage funding often depends on who you are and why you’re building, not just revenue. 5. Research, Planning, and Discipline Before Launch Unlike many food startups, Medase did not begin in a kitchen. They: Conducted a feasibility study Built a formal business plan Worked with a Black female food scientist Set strict personal funding limits before seeking capital Lesson: Preparation reduces risk and builds long-term sustainability. 6. Scaling Requires Operational Maturity As sales increased—especially on Amazon—Monica emphasized the need to move from “hustle mode” to operational excellence. Key scaling principles: Understand unit economics Track ROI for events and activations Adjust pricing as volume increases Build strategy across marketing, operations, and distribution Lesson: Hustle starts the business; operations grow it. 7. Niche First, Expansion Later Medase does not try to be “everything to everyone.” Core customers include: People seeking a break from alcohol Health-conscious consumers Black men looking for alcohol replacements Consumers wanting cocktail taste without hangovers Lesson: Strong niches create loyal advocates who fuel organic growth. 8. Smart Distribution Strategy Rather than rushing into retail, Monica prioritized direct-to-consumer channels: Amazon (top-performing channel) Brand website TikTok Shop Only after 6–7 months of traction did retail expansion become viable. Lesson: Control your margins and demand before entering expensive retail environments. Memorable Quotes “I wanted an authentic cocktail without compromise.” “Everything we do has a story behind it.” “Sometimes it’s not about the financials—it’s about the founder and the story.” “Don’t be everything to everybody. Find your market and stick with your market.” “Hustle starts the business, but operations give you scale.” “If it tastes too much like alcohol and you gave me a one-star review—thank you. That means I did my job.” Overall Message This episode is a real-world entrepreneurial blueprint showing how clarity of vision, emotional authenticity, disciplined planning, and niche focus can turn a personal idea into a scalable national brand. Monica Cornitcher exemplifies the modern founder:visionary, data-aware, emotionally intelligent, and unapologetically authentic. #SHMS #BEST #STRAW #AMISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 657 features Cheyenne, a 911 professional out of Kansas. Sponsored by RapidSOS - Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Web Episode topics – Transitioning from firefighter to dispatcher and early career hurdles The evolution of public safety technology and dispatch procedures Navigating gender barriers and proving oneself in a male-dominated field Memorable and unusual 911 calls, including tips for effective communication Launching a book series based on true stories from the front lines If you have any comments or questions or would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

What really happened behind the creation of the UFC®️?On this episode of The Raw Vibe, I sit down with Campbell McLaren, co-creator of the UFC®️, media entrepreneur, and one of the most influential figures in combat sports history.Campbell shares fascinating insights into the origins of the UFC®️, how the sport evolved from a controversial experiment into a global phenomenon, and the cultural impact it continues to have around the world. We also discuss the sport's recent appearance at the White House, the changing landscape of combat sports promotion, and what the future may hold for fighters, fans, and organizations alike.Beyond the history, Campbell offers a unique perspective on innovation, media, storytelling, and what it takes to build something that challenges the status quo and changes an industry forever.We also talk about his podcast, "No Rules with Campbell McLaren," where he shares the true story of the UFC®️ and the people who helped shape one of the most successful sports brands in history.

Are traditional bladder cancer care models falling behind as new therapies flood the field and reshape the landscape? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Bogdana Schmidt talks with Dr. Amy Luckenbaugh and DNP/APP Meredith Donahue about building a co-managed intravesical therapy clinic that rethinks care for patients with non–muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). With innovative agents increasing patient volume and complexity, the team discusses adapting care models to new realities. --- Get the BackTable apphttps://www.backtable.com/app --- This podcast is supported by an educational grant from Johnson & Johnson. --- Timestamps 00:00 - Why Clinic Models Need to Change Now04:03 - Overcoming Financial and J-Code Hurdles11:04 - High Volume Workflow14:10 - Pharmacy Coordination And Timing19:02 - Proactive Lower Urinary Tract SYmptom Management22:25 - Handling Difficult Catheters32:08 - Defining Clinic Success --- More about this episode The conversation covers prioritizing clinical trials, managing operational challenges such as prior authorizations and billing hurdles, and the importance of pharmacy coordination and predictable clinic workflows. Donahue describes a high-efficiency installation day model managing up to 50 patients a week with specialized staff, real-time decisions, and tailored logistics for therapies like Adstiladrin. They also discuss symptom prevention, patient triage, and clinic success measures including therapy availability, patient satisfaction, and opportunities to preserve bladder function. --- Resources Gemcitabine IDRS Drug Delivery Trialhttps://ascopubs.org/doi/10.1200/JCO.2026.44.7_suppl.635 BCG-IO Combination Trialhttps://www.astrazeneca.com/media-centre/press-releases/2026/imfinzi-approved-in-us-for-early-bladder-cancer.html --- BackTable Urology is the go-to podcast for urologists, urologic oncologists, and urogynecologists. Download the free BackTable app to get early access to new episodes, cases, and courses curated by physicians in your specialty. ► https://www.backtable.com/app

Welcome back to the tenth season of the Eccles Business Buzz podcast. Today, guest-host Annesley Womble returns for a conversation with Colin Wright, Owner of Cole West Group, a real estate development group focused on developing master-planned communities, residential lots, urban infill communities and mixed-use properties throughout Utah. Wright traces his path from studying finance at the University of Utah, where real estate classes sparked his interest, to earning a master's in real estate development at Columbia University in New York, where he learned the private equity joint-venture model. When family and a great job opportunity brought him back to Utah, Wright found himself facing the Great Financial Crisis after leaving Ivory Homes too early. After pivoting to help build the University of Utah's Master of Real Estate Development curriculum, he taught classes to survive. Wright shares insights on timing, real estate cycles, partnerships, leadership, and scaling while reflecting on family pressures, Amy Chua's “Triple Package” framework, aspirations for campus and student housing, and his commitment to developing leaders, strengthening faith and family, and creating lasting impact.Eccles Business Buzz is a production of the David Eccles School of Business and is produced by University.fm.Eccles Business Buzz is proud to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 70 Business School podcasts on the web. Learn more at https://podcast.feedspot.com/us_business_school_podcasts. Episode Quotes:On learning to become a better leader of people[21:41] I talked a little bit about, I think God made me to be an entrepreneur, deal maker, and I'm learning to be a good manager. So, as I started Cole West, same thing happened over again. I'm an entrepreneur. I'm growing. I started with three people. Next thing I know, I've got 30 people, and I'm back into this rut of, you know, managing HR problems versus doing deals. And that's when Darlene Carter, who we'd worked with previously, she came back and really helped fill that role of being an integrator and put me back in the seat of being a little bit more of an innovator, which is where I'm more comfortable.But every day I wake up, and I try to be a better integrator. I'm not giving up on, "Hey, you're just not a good leader. It's not natural to you." I wake up every day trying to be a better leader of people, and frankly, I think I have gotten a lot better just through effort, and attention, and study, and patience.Colin shares lessons from the Great Financial Crisis that shaped his company[15:07] So, I learned a ton about real estate cycles. It was the first one I really got to observe. My dad and Ellis Ivory lived through many in the '80s, and '90s, and 2000s, and they warned me and told me what it would be like 2006 to 2009. I watched it from the sidelines. And then 2022 to 2025, I lived it by having real estate investments. Personally, it was really hard. Couldn't pay the bills, you know, some kids and house payments, and it was really hard. I learned I wasn't ready, and that led me to a partnership with three other individuals. And I've always compared it to like a Madden score. If you're playing basketball or football on the Xbox, the players have a score from zero to 100. And in 2006, going into the GFC, I would guess my Madden score was like a 35 or 40. I thought it was 80 or 90, but it was probably a 35 or 40. And the way to survive coming out of that was to find three business partners who had complementing skill sets, where collectively we could be 100. And that was a good step for me, that if you're not an 80 or a 90 or 100, and you want to go into business, find some business partners that complement your Madden score so that you can get close to 100 and try to be successful, and that's what we did. So, we started a company, and the distress that was caused by the GFC, we started buying land and lots in Utah and Colorado, and we started a home builder called Henry Walker Homes. So, it was very entrepreneurial, three other partners, and we just went at it all together to try to work our way out of the Great Financial Crisis.Colin on President Randall's leadership & the U's world-class business education today[30:11] What President Randall has done over the past five years of, you know, you've got to put beds on campus, which he's doing an amazing job of, and then just the quality of learning at the U of U business school. I'm on the board at the business school. It's just amazing, the professors, the curriculum, the dean. It's just an amazing experience. It doesn't feel anything like it did when I was there. The kids, the energy, the entrepreneurs, the mentors, they have the access to these real estate classes. I mean, it is world-class. I firmly believe that.Show Links:Colin Wright | LinkedInCole West Group | AboutMaster of Real Estate Development | David Eccles Business SchoolDavid Eccles School of Business (@ubusiness) | InstagramUndergraduate Scholars ProgramsRising Business LeadersEccles Alumni Network (@ecclesalumni) | Instagram Eccles Experience Magazine

Former Boise State basketball standout Max Rice joins Prater and Mallory in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio - his first day on a new job. Rice is Boise State's new assistant coach after completing a quick professional career in Australia. He joins his father, head coach Leon Rice, on the Broncos' staff. His thoughts. His plan to improve Boise State basketball. His future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm announcing the brand-new Patreon for the No-Bullsh!t Vegan podcast and giving you a peek at what's inside. Check it out at patreon.com/noBSvegan! If the podcast has helped you feel stronger, more informed, more connected, or more confident in your vegan life, this is one way to help keep it growing, while getting some fun (and possibly unhinged) bonus content and behind-the-scenes access along the way. Thank you for being part of my little corner of the internet. Whether you support on Patreon, listen every week, or just send me memes occasionally, I appreciate you!

(3) Bob Zimmerman examines the Soviet Zond program, noting that failures like Zond 4's self-destruction and Zond 6's atmosphere loss prevented the Russians from launching cosmonauts first. This created a vacuum that NASA manager George Low filled by proposing the bold, risky plan to send Apollo 8 to the moon without the lunar module. Despite the lack of a "lifeboat," leadership approved the mission to beat the Soviets. The guest emphasizes that these aggressive decisions were fueled by CIA intelligence suggesting a Russian lunar flight was imminent, forcing NASA to take engineering risks to secure a Cold War victory.1955

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Monica Cornitcher. Entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind Medase Cocktails, and the realities of launching, funding, and scaling a premium nonalcoholic spirits brand in a highly competitive market. Purpose of the Conversation The purpose of the episode is to: Educate aspiring entrepreneurs on how to build a differentiated consumer brand Demonstrate the importance of storytelling, market clarity, and operational discipline Highlight the growth of the nonalcoholic / zero‑proof beverage movement Inspire founders—especially founders of color—to own their niche, seek capital strategically, and scale intentionally. Key Takeaways 1. Business Built from Personal Need and Purpose Medase Cocktails was co‑founded by Monica and her lifelong friend during her friend’s battle with breast cancer, a time when alcohol was no longer an option—but celebration still mattered. The brand was created to allow people to celebrate authentically without alcohol It carries emotional depth rooted in friendship, gratitude, and loss Monica continues the mission after her co‑founder passed away in 2024 Lesson: Purpose-driven businesses create deeper emotional connection and long-term brand equity. 2. Differentiation Is Everything Monica deliberately rejected the “sparkling water with flavor” model common in nonalcoholic drinks. Her differentiators include: Authentic cocktail taste (Old Fashioned, Margarita, Moscow Mule) Organic juices, not artificial flavors Bold packaging that stands out on shelves Drinks designed to smell, taste, and feel like real cocktails Lesson: Competing on authenticity—not cost—is how you carve out market share in crowded spaces. 3. Brand Names and Stories Matter The name “Medase” means “thank you” and reflects gratitude, friendship, and emotional support. Monica emphasizes: Every flavor name, color, and product decision has a story A strong brand narrative creates curiosity, loyalty, and investor interest Lesson: People invest in brands they feel—emotionally, not just intellectually. 4. Venture Capital Is Not Just About Numbers While financials matter, Monica stresses that VCs also invest in founders and stories. What helped her secure venture capital: A compelling personal story Relevant founder skill sets (M&A, law, operations) Clear understanding of the market opportunity Lesson: Early-stage funding often depends on who you are and why you’re building, not just revenue. 5. Research, Planning, and Discipline Before Launch Unlike many food startups, Medase did not begin in a kitchen. They: Conducted a feasibility study Built a formal business plan Worked with a Black female food scientist Set strict personal funding limits before seeking capital Lesson: Preparation reduces risk and builds long-term sustainability. 6. Scaling Requires Operational Maturity As sales increased—especially on Amazon—Monica emphasized the need to move from “hustle mode” to operational excellence. Key scaling principles: Understand unit economics Track ROI for events and activations Adjust pricing as volume increases Build strategy across marketing, operations, and distribution Lesson: Hustle starts the business; operations grow it. 7. Niche First, Expansion Later Medase does not try to be “everything to everyone.” Core customers include: People seeking a break from alcohol Health-conscious consumers Black men looking for alcohol replacements Consumers wanting cocktail taste without hangovers Lesson: Strong niches create loyal advocates who fuel organic growth. 8. Smart Distribution Strategy Rather than rushing into retail, Monica prioritized direct-to-consumer channels: Amazon (top-performing channel) Brand website TikTok Shop Only after 6–7 months of traction did retail expansion become viable. Lesson: Control your margins and demand before entering expensive retail environments. Memorable Quotes “I wanted an authentic cocktail without compromise.” “Everything we do has a story behind it.” “Sometimes it’s not about the financials—it’s about the founder and the story.” “Don’t be everything to everybody. Find your market and stick with your market.” “Hustle starts the business, but operations give you scale.” “If it tastes too much like alcohol and you gave me a one-star review—thank you. That means I did my job.” Overall Message This episode is a real-world entrepreneurial blueprint showing how clarity of vision, emotional authenticity, disciplined planning, and niche focus can turn a personal idea into a scalable national brand. Monica Cornitcher exemplifies the modern founder:visionary, data-aware, emotionally intelligent, and unapologetically authentic. #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Monica Cornitcher. Entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind Medase Cocktails, and the realities of launching, funding, and scaling a premium nonalcoholic spirits brand in a highly competitive market. Purpose of the Conversation The purpose of the episode is to: Educate aspiring entrepreneurs on how to build a differentiated consumer brand Demonstrate the importance of storytelling, market clarity, and operational discipline Highlight the growth of the nonalcoholic / zero‑proof beverage movement Inspire founders—especially founders of color—to own their niche, seek capital strategically, and scale intentionally. Key Takeaways 1. Business Built from Personal Need and Purpose Medase Cocktails was co‑founded by Monica and her lifelong friend during her friend’s battle with breast cancer, a time when alcohol was no longer an option—but celebration still mattered. The brand was created to allow people to celebrate authentically without alcohol It carries emotional depth rooted in friendship, gratitude, and loss Monica continues the mission after her co‑founder passed away in 2024 Lesson: Purpose-driven businesses create deeper emotional connection and long-term brand equity. 2. Differentiation Is Everything Monica deliberately rejected the “sparkling water with flavor” model common in nonalcoholic drinks. Her differentiators include: Authentic cocktail taste (Old Fashioned, Margarita, Moscow Mule) Organic juices, not artificial flavors Bold packaging that stands out on shelves Drinks designed to smell, taste, and feel like real cocktails Lesson: Competing on authenticity—not cost—is how you carve out market share in crowded spaces. 3. Brand Names and Stories Matter The name “Medase” means “thank you” and reflects gratitude, friendship, and emotional support. Monica emphasizes: Every flavor name, color, and product decision has a story A strong brand narrative creates curiosity, loyalty, and investor interest Lesson: People invest in brands they feel—emotionally, not just intellectually. 4. Venture Capital Is Not Just About Numbers While financials matter, Monica stresses that VCs also invest in founders and stories. What helped her secure venture capital: A compelling personal story Relevant founder skill sets (M&A, law, operations) Clear understanding of the market opportunity Lesson: Early-stage funding often depends on who you are and why you’re building, not just revenue. 5. Research, Planning, and Discipline Before Launch Unlike many food startups, Medase did not begin in a kitchen. They: Conducted a feasibility study Built a formal business plan Worked with a Black female food scientist Set strict personal funding limits before seeking capital Lesson: Preparation reduces risk and builds long-term sustainability. 6. Scaling Requires Operational Maturity As sales increased—especially on Amazon—Monica emphasized the need to move from “hustle mode” to operational excellence. Key scaling principles: Understand unit economics Track ROI for events and activations Adjust pricing as volume increases Build strategy across marketing, operations, and distribution Lesson: Hustle starts the business; operations grow it. 7. Niche First, Expansion Later Medase does not try to be “everything to everyone.” Core customers include: People seeking a break from alcohol Health-conscious consumers Black men looking for alcohol replacements Consumers wanting cocktail taste without hangovers Lesson: Strong niches create loyal advocates who fuel organic growth. 8. Smart Distribution Strategy Rather than rushing into retail, Monica prioritized direct-to-consumer channels: Amazon (top-performing channel) Brand website TikTok Shop Only after 6–7 months of traction did retail expansion become viable. Lesson: Control your margins and demand before entering expensive retail environments. Memorable Quotes “I wanted an authentic cocktail without compromise.” “Everything we do has a story behind it.” “Sometimes it’s not about the financials—it’s about the founder and the story.” “Don’t be everything to everybody. Find your market and stick with your market.” “Hustle starts the business, but operations give you scale.” “If it tastes too much like alcohol and you gave me a one-star review—thank you. That means I did my job.” Overall Message This episode is a real-world entrepreneurial blueprint showing how clarity of vision, emotional authenticity, disciplined planning, and niche focus can turn a personal idea into a scalable national brand. Monica Cornitcher exemplifies the modern founder:visionary, data-aware, emotionally intelligent, and unapologetically authentic. #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Monica Cornitcher. Entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind Medase Cocktails, and the realities of launching, funding, and scaling a premium nonalcoholic spirits brand in a highly competitive market. Purpose of the Conversation The purpose of the episode is to: Educate aspiring entrepreneurs on how to build a differentiated consumer brand Demonstrate the importance of storytelling, market clarity, and operational discipline Highlight the growth of the nonalcoholic / zero‑proof beverage movement Inspire founders—especially founders of color—to own their niche, seek capital strategically, and scale intentionally. Key Takeaways 1. Business Built from Personal Need and Purpose Medase Cocktails was co‑founded by Monica and her lifelong friend during her friend’s battle with breast cancer, a time when alcohol was no longer an option—but celebration still mattered. The brand was created to allow people to celebrate authentically without alcohol It carries emotional depth rooted in friendship, gratitude, and loss Monica continues the mission after her co‑founder passed away in 2024 Lesson: Purpose-driven businesses create deeper emotional connection and long-term brand equity. 2. Differentiation Is Everything Monica deliberately rejected the “sparkling water with flavor” model common in nonalcoholic drinks. Her differentiators include: Authentic cocktail taste (Old Fashioned, Margarita, Moscow Mule) Organic juices, not artificial flavors Bold packaging that stands out on shelves Drinks designed to smell, taste, and feel like real cocktails Lesson: Competing on authenticity—not cost—is how you carve out market share in crowded spaces. 3. Brand Names and Stories Matter The name “Medase” means “thank you” and reflects gratitude, friendship, and emotional support. Monica emphasizes: Every flavor name, color, and product decision has a story A strong brand narrative creates curiosity, loyalty, and investor interest Lesson: People invest in brands they feel—emotionally, not just intellectually. 4. Venture Capital Is Not Just About Numbers While financials matter, Monica stresses that VCs also invest in founders and stories. What helped her secure venture capital: A compelling personal story Relevant founder skill sets (M&A, law, operations) Clear understanding of the market opportunity Lesson: Early-stage funding often depends on who you are and why you’re building, not just revenue. 5. Research, Planning, and Discipline Before Launch Unlike many food startups, Medase did not begin in a kitchen. They: Conducted a feasibility study Built a formal business plan Worked with a Black female food scientist Set strict personal funding limits before seeking capital Lesson: Preparation reduces risk and builds long-term sustainability. 6. Scaling Requires Operational Maturity As sales increased—especially on Amazon—Monica emphasized the need to move from “hustle mode” to operational excellence. Key scaling principles: Understand unit economics Track ROI for events and activations Adjust pricing as volume increases Build strategy across marketing, operations, and distribution Lesson: Hustle starts the business; operations grow it. 7. Niche First, Expansion Later Medase does not try to be “everything to everyone.” Core customers include: People seeking a break from alcohol Health-conscious consumers Black men looking for alcohol replacements Consumers wanting cocktail taste without hangovers Lesson: Strong niches create loyal advocates who fuel organic growth. 8. Smart Distribution Strategy Rather than rushing into retail, Monica prioritized direct-to-consumer channels: Amazon (top-performing channel) Brand website TikTok Shop Only after 6–7 months of traction did retail expansion become viable. Lesson: Control your margins and demand before entering expensive retail environments. Memorable Quotes “I wanted an authentic cocktail without compromise.” “Everything we do has a story behind it.” “Sometimes it’s not about the financials—it’s about the founder and the story.” “Don’t be everything to everybody. Find your market and stick with your market.” “Hustle starts the business, but operations give you scale.” “If it tastes too much like alcohol and you gave me a one-star review—thank you. That means I did my job.” Overall Message This episode is a real-world entrepreneurial blueprint showing how clarity of vision, emotional authenticity, disciplined planning, and niche focus can turn a personal idea into a scalable national brand. Monica Cornitcher exemplifies the modern founder:visionary, data-aware, emotionally intelligent, and unapologetically authentic. #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I'm talking about one of the biggest reasons launches never happen: overthinking. So many business owners convince themselves they need a bigger audience, a better sales page, more experience, or the “perfect” timing before they can launch. But more often than not, the problem isn't strategy—it's a lack of action. Waiting for everything to feel ready only delays the learning, momentum, and results that come from actually putting your offer out into the world. I share five practical ways to stop procrastinating and start moving forward. From setting a non-negotiable launch date and creating accountability by telling others your plans, to treating your launch as an experiment rather than a pass-or-fail event, these simple shifts can help you break through fear and indecision. I also explain why lowering your standards from perfect to done and focusing only on your next three actions can dramatically reduce overwhelm and help you make progress faster. Finally, I explore the hidden cost of waiting. Every day you delay, your data becomes less relevant, your confidence can fade, and opportunities pass by. Drawing on lessons I teach inside Bolder and Grow Launch Sell, I encourage you to stop waiting for the perfect moment, pick a date, take action, and use every launch as an opportunity to learn and improve. 3 Key Takeaways: Action Creates Clarity You don't need all the answers before you launch. Taking action gives you real feedback, data, and insights that help you make better decisions moving forward. Progress Beats Perfection Waiting until everything feels perfect keeps you stuck. A completed launch teaches you far more than a flawless plan that never gets implemented. Focus on the Next Step, Not the Entire Journey Overwhelm often comes from trying to solve everything at once. Concentrating on your next three actions makes launching feel more manageable and keeps momentum on your side. LINKS TO RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY'S EPISODE Connect with Teresa on Website, (Grow, Launch, Sell), Sign up to Teresa's email list,  Instagram, LinkedIn, or Facebook, Subscribe to my Youtube

Brent Daniels sits down with Tiffany High to break down the exact mechanics of transitioning from a stressed-out solo operator into a true business owner. They dive deep into the Five Stages of Business “Survival, Production, Momentum, Growth, and Pinnacle” and reveal why most wholesalers never escape the daily grind due to a lack of proper acquisitions onboarding and systems.Tiffany shares how she and her husband Josh adjusted their underwriting criteria to protect their flipping margins, why they exclusively use massive property management companies to turnkey their out-of-state rehabs, and the incredible success of their "Earn As You Learn" local meetups. If you are ready to stop winging it and start building a repeatable, scalable machine that generates real wealth, this episode is your masterclass. Be a part of the TTP training program now.---------Show notes:(0:00) Beginning of today's episode(1:05) Adjusting your underwriting criteria and buy boxes to survive shifting real estate markets(3:09) Why relying on a single exit strategy severely limits your long-term ROI(4:49) Launching an "Earn As You Learn" local meetup(7:13) How to reverse-engineer your marketing budget using specific data(8:46) Embracing hustle season when your monthly marketing budget is under $3,000(10:17) The Five Stages of Business and escaping the stressful Survival stage(11:09) Why treating your acquisitions training like corporate onboarding is mandatory(16:40) Entering the Production stage by successfully hiring closers and delegating all your administrative tasks to outside services(18:58) Safely turnkeying your virtual flips by leveraging large property management general contractor teams(22:39) Strictly flipping homes at or below the median zip code ARV(32:51) Transitioning your operations from the Momentum stage to Growth and Pinnacle stages(37:10) Breaking down the Results Driven REI two day virtual business immersion workshop----------Resources:Results Driven REITalkToPeople.comInstagram:@tiffanyhighofficialInstagram:@realbrentdanielsTo speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community  are endless, what are you waiting for?