Podcasts about limbs

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This episode explores the meaning of leadership within orthopaedic surgery, offering invaluable insights from Dr. Stephen Gitelis, Rush Medical College Endowed Professor of Orthopaedic Oncology and recipient of the 2025 William W. Tipton Jr. Leadership Award. Dr. Gitelis reflects on his five-decade career at Rush, where he launched and grew one of the largest sarcoma programs in the region, and shares lessons learned from key mentors, the value of mentorship, and the importance of the “3 A's” of leadership—ability, availability, and affability. He also discusses the evolution of limb salvage surgery, advances in 3D-printed implants and infection prevention, as well as his experiences leading both in academic medicine and the US Navy. Listeners will gain practical advice on developing leadership skills, the significance of volunteerism, and how to inspire the next generation of orthopaedic oncologists. Host: Dr. Rex Lutz, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly Executive CommitteeGuest: Dr. Stephen Gitelis, Endowed Professor of Orthopaedic Oncology, Rush Medical College

In this in-depth interview, I sit down with paleontologist Ray Wilhite, a leading expert on the limb anatomy of sauropod dinosaurs from the Morrison Formation. We explore how these prehistoric giants moved, how their limb structure evolved, and what their bones reveal about their biology and behavior.

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Eric (Rick) Leskowitz MD is a psychiatrist who was with the Pain Management Program at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital (SRH) in Boston for over 25 years, where he founded the hospital's Integrative Medicine Project and was the Principal Investigator of a grant from the Langeloth Foundation to develop a comprehensive integrative medicine program. He has an appointment to the Harvard Medical School (HMS) Osher Research Institute, where he organized  conferences on “Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Rehabilitation”. He also was a guest lecturer along with with spiritual teacher Ram Dass, and Trisha Meili (the Central Park Jogger). Book : www.TheMysteryOfLifeEnergy.com Contact: - info@themysteryoflifeenergy.com

Dhruv Agrawal is CEO and president of Aether Biomedical. Discover Dhruv's unique journey from studying medicine in New Delhi to creating life-changing bionic limbs. Under his leadership, Aether Biomedical has achieved significant milestones, including CE certification and FDA registration for its Zeus V1 bionic limb. Dhruv shares his personal story of transitioning from medical school to MedTech innovation, the obstacles faced and lessons learned as a young entrepreneur, and the hope and inspiration of seeing Aether's prosthetics transform lives, especially in war-torn regions.   Guest links: https://www.aetherbiomedical.com | https://www.linkedin.com/company/aether-biomedical | https://www.instagram.com/aether_biomedical/  Charity supported: ASPCA Interested in being a guest on the show or have feedback to share? Email us at theleadingdifference@velentium.com.  PRODUCTION CREDITS Host & Editor: Lindsey Dinneen Producer: Velentium Medical   EPISODE TRANSCRIPT Episode 061 - Dhruv Agrawal Dhruv Agrawal [00:00:00] Lindsey Dinneen: Hi, I'm Lindsey and I'm talking with MedTech industry leaders on how they change lives for a better world. [00:00:09] Diane Bouis: The inventions and technologies are fascinating and so are the people who work with them. [00:00:15] Frank Jaskulke: There was a period of time where I realized, fundamentally, my job was to go hang out with really smart people that are saving lives and then do work that would help them save more lives. [00:00:28] Diane Bouis: I got into the business to save lives and it is incredibly motivating to work with people who are in that same business, saving or improving lives. [00:00:38] Duane Mancini: What better industry than where I get to wake up every day and just save people's lives. [00:00:42] Lindsey Dinneen: These are extraordinary people doing extraordinary work, and this is The Leading Difference. Hello, and welcome back to another episode of The Leading Difference podcast. I'm your host, Lindsey, and today I'm excited to introduce you to my guest, Dhruv Agrawal. Dhruv is the CEO and president of the management board of Aither Biomedical. He studied medicine in New Delhi before dropping out to pursue a bachelor's in business management. He also has a postgraduate diploma in Medical Device Development Regulatory Affairs from University of California Irvine, and a Master's in Data Science from the University of London. Under his leadership, Aither Biomedical has achieved CE certification and FDA registration for the Zeus V1 bionic limb, and established distribution across nine European countries, the US, and India. Additionally, Aither has raised over 12.5 million US dollars in private capital from leading VCs and has been a part of multiple European grants and research programs for an additional 6.5 million US dollars in non-dilutive capital. All right. Well, thank you so much for being here. Welcome to the show. I'm so excited to speak with you today. [00:01:49] Dhruv Agrawal: it's a pleasure to be here, Lindsey. Thank you so much for inviting me. [00:01:52] Lindsey Dinneen: Of course, of course. Well, I would love, if you wouldn't mind just starting by sharing a little bit about yourself and your background and what led you to Med Tech. [00:02:02] Dhruv Agrawal: Yeah, absolutely. So I'm Dhruv Agrawal. I'm the CEO of Aither Biomedical. We are a company based out of Poznan in Poland, so on the western part of Poland. It's a little bit chilly here. As a company, we are a team of about 55 people right now, currently present in the US, Europe, Middle East, as well as India. And we focus on making bionic hands for upper limb amputees. [00:02:25] Lindsey Dinneen: Amazing. Yes. So I wanna get into everything amazing that your company does, but going back for just a little bit, in your own personal history, can you share a little bit about maybe growing up and what experiences led you to think, "Hey, in the future, maybe I wanna do X, Y, and Z." [00:02:43] Dhruv Agrawal: Mm-hmm. So first of all, entrepreneurship was never a plan for me. I didn't even knew that there was a thing called an entrepreneur until I was easily into high school. Both my parents are doctors. My dad's a pediatrician, mom's a gynecologist, and as it happens in India, if your parents are doctors, you kind of know that you have to become a doctor as well. So I went to the coaching classes to pre, to prepare for medical entrance examinations. I actually met my co-founder there about 10 years ago. We both got into medical school. I was generally comfortable with medicine, you know, growing up in a hospital with doctor parents around. So I was generally comfortable in a clinical setting, but I realized that I was much more interested in the technological aspect of medicine rather than the clinical aspect of it. And that was when I was getting into the second year of my university. And luckily my dad, for my 18th birthday, bought me a 3D printer, like a very simple 3D printer from China as my 18th birthday gift. 'cause I was really wanting to get into that world. And that's where the story begins. So even till today, my dad jokingly says that that's the worst gift he has ever bought for me, because that made me drop out of medical school. [00:03:57] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh no. Okay, so you were given this gift and you started, I imagine, tinkering with it, learning how to use it. So tell me about that. [00:04:06] Dhruv Agrawal: Yeah, the thing with my co-founder as well, even though we went to the same medical university, we were not really friends in the first year. We were just colleagues. But when I got this 3D printer, it was like one of those things that you assemble, you get a kit and you assemble. And I was asking around people in my university and they were like, "Come on, what are you doing? Like, I don't wanna come to your apartment to assemble a 3D printer." And my co-founder was the first one who said yes to coming down and assembling that printer with me. So that's how our friendship essentially started in the university, even though we had known each other for three years by that point. And then we started, of course, by very basic things like printing mobile phone covers and key chains and we were just in awe with the fact that I have something in my room, in a studio apartment, where I can just build physical things, right? And this was back in 2018, so 3D printer was not such a consumer product where, you know, if it was of course used in industry, but it was not something that you would imagine having at your home, at least not in India. And then we actually found out that there's a society called Enable, which is an NGO that makes very simple basic prosthetic designs for kids. So we started by printing those and started going to some amputee clinics around and trialing that out with patients, just purely out of technical curiosity. We didn't really had a draw towards amputation, so to speak. We were more driven by the technical curiosity of, you know, it sounds interesting to make a prostatic hand. So that was the beginning. And then slowly, slowly things happened very organically that we went from wanting to 3D print basic things to starting a biomedical innovation club in our university, to incorporating a company in India, then to coming all the way over to Poland and now having 55 people. [00:05:49] Lindsey Dinneen: Holy cow. That's an amazing story. Thank you for sharing about that. So, okay, so, so you started off with this curiosity, like, "Hey, let's see what we could do with this printer and, and how we can make it work for people." And I love that your initial pull with it was to actually provide something that does help people. So that's obviously a core value, something that you hold very dear. So can you speak a little bit more, did you have sort of any personal experience or within your family or what led you to say, "You know what, hey, I've got this really cool tool at my disposal. Let me start using it by actually doing something that helps others." [00:06:27] Dhruv Agrawal: I mean, the honest answer, I would love to say I had some personal experience, but the honest answer is no, not, not really. I don't have one of those stories where I can tell you that, like I met an amputee 15 years ago, 20 years ago, and have had that motivation for that time. It was just pure technical curiosity to begin with. But of course, as we started building basic devices and giving it out to people and seeing the response of what a very simple, you know, $50 thing can do for a person who's missing a limb in an impoverished family in a village in India, that's a very powerful thing. So at that point, we realized that we started getting more and more close to upper limb amputation as a field, as a clinical specialty within itself. Of course, both me and my co-founder coming from medical school growing up in family of medicals, we've always had it in our heart to work in the clinical side of things. We've always liked working around, helping people get healthier and better. But amputation specifically was an area that we were very lucky that we found as an area of interest that developed within the both of us. [00:07:31] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, of course. Okay, so, so you started printing these limbs, and then you realized, "Oh my goodness, there's such a need for this. There's so much opportunity here to really help people." So, so tell me a little bit about the evolution over time of how you have made it better and better, more technologically advanced, more ergonomic, all the things that go into that. Can you speak a little bit to that learning curve and process? [00:07:56] Dhruv Agrawal: Mm-hmm. Yeah, it was a very long learning curve because not only did, me and my co-founder had zero background in business. We were 18-year-old, 19-year-old kids, right? We were just teenagers and we really had no idea what we wanted to do. And not only that, we also were not engineers, so we didn't have any engineering experience or expertise either. So everything that we did in the very beginning, at least, was self-taught. I just knew I had an inclination towards electronics and programming. My co-founder was much more towards mechanical CAD design and things like that. So we started learning these courses for free on edX and Coursera and all these, you know, MOOC platforms. And that's how we built up the very first prototype of the product by getting some small grants here and there in India. Of course, the situation is very different right now. We have R&D team of 30 people, very experienced, a few PhDs here and there. So I don't really design anymore in my day-to-day life, but that's how we started. And same was the side of the journey of coming from India to Poland. Again, that was not something that was planned at all. We had no experience in business. We had no experience in raising funding or raising money and things like that. We just learned on the go, applied to over a hundred different programs 'cause most of the investors said no to us back then in 2018 to funding 'cause why would they say yes? And we looked at like, "Okay, can we get some grants and things like that?" Applied to over a hundred programs. Luckily got selected in this program in Poland, which was like a $50,000 program back in 2018 and decided, "Yeah, let's try that place out." And came to Poland. I literally came with a backpack with stuff for two months 'cause there was a plan, come for the grant, stay for two months, go back to my family in India, and it's been seven years since then. [00:09:44] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh, there you go. Oh my goodness. That's great. So Poland, and you get along it sounds like just fine. Excellent. Excellent. Okay, so, I really appreciate you sharing about, especially, you were both so young and but so eager. It sounds like just, "Yes, let's learn, let's develop the skills that we need to along the way." I would imagine though, coming into it, perhaps that young and not having as much business experience, or, or any really in, in the past, I-- something that I really admired when I was kind of looking through your LinkedIn profile was when you post, a lot of times you share stories about areas that, that may be considered I, I guess mistakes or stumbling blocks or things that, that you've overcome on your path. And I would love if you would share maybe just a couple of things that come to mind, as an early founder, because your story is amazing and unique, but there are lots of other founders too who find themselves in similar situations where they're like, "Whoof, I've got this great idea. I know what I want, but here's maybe what I should look out for to avoid." could you share a little bit about that? [00:10:49] Dhruv Agrawal: Yeah, absolutely. I mean, the first thing is mistakes are unavoidable, right? it doesn't matter whether you're coming from a background of a medical school dropout, or if you have 10, 15, 20 years of corporate experience and things like that. 'Cause I do find myself thinking a lot about, you know, wouldn't it have been better if I would've graduated and then did a MBA and then started a company? Yes, it might have been better, but the things that I deal with in my day-to-day life in the startup, I don't think this is taught anywhere. So the first and foremost thing, which is of importance, is that mistakes are unavoidable. It's okay to make mistakes. The biggest learning that I have is mistakes are unavoidable, but it's up to you to be decisive enough to pivot as quickly as possible. So don't look back at the mistakes that we have made, because one of the worst things that we have done in this company, or where we have failed the most, or where we have seen that like, "Ah, this is where we could have done things better," are not about making a wrong decision. They were just about being indecisive and being in a dilemma for a long, long time. It would've been far better if we would've made certain decisions quickly, gotten feedback and quickly pivoted, instead of just being in a dilemma and trying to balance two sides for a long time period. An example of that would be when we launched the first version of our product into the market, we realized that we had made some errors from the point of view of what should be the feature set in this product. And so, for example, the product was available only in a medium size hand in terms of the dimensions, but majority of the market is for a small size hand. So at that point we couldn't really just miniaturize things because there's a physical limitation. So at that point we had to make a decision of do we scrap this thing completely and build a new hand from scratch that starts with a small hand and then has a medium sized option as a grow up? Or do we continue to work on the medium sized hand, and then launch a small sized hand separately? Finally, we decided to do the second option. But looking back again, I, I don't think it would've been better or worse either way. I think both of these options are fair. It's just the fact that we spent over nine months going back and forth between, "Okay, let's continue putting our efforts in energy into the medium sized that we have right now" versus, "Okay, this month we are now suddenly feeling, ah, that's not gonna work out. Let's start building the second version." So that dilemma of indecision is probably the worst thing that you can do. Just make a decision, own up to it, move on. If it works out, great, if it not, if it doesn't work out, you're gonna have learnings and you'll be stronger at the end of the day. So that's, I would be an I would say would be an example of one of the key errors that we made. [00:13:23] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Well, thank you for being willing to share that, and that's such valuable advice and feedback. And so, as you recognize this and go, "Okay, so that didn't work as planned, or in the way that I would prefer," what did you end up deciding? How do you go now, moving forward, when you are in a position of "I have a major decision to make. I feel like both options have value and merit." How do you end up deciding, "Okay, I I'm not gonna leave this just in this hazy middle ground, I'm gonna make a decision." How do you go about that now differently? [00:13:54] Dhruv Agrawal: I think the first and foremost thing that entrepreneurs, or anybody who wants to build a new product, or anybody who just wants to build something new, is be very, very, very honest with yourself about, "Am I solving a real problem?" As founders, as creators, as developers, it is so easy to go into that mindset of you find a problem that you can relate to or you somehow think that this is a real problem. It doesn't matter what feedback you're going to get. You're going to convert that feedback, or create a narrative or story from that feedback, that is going to align with the impression that you have built in your own head about what the real problem is. So one thing that we really do right now is just focus on problem market fit at the very early stages of launching a new software, building a new product, building the next version of the hand, or whatever else we do is really try to question, "Are we solving a real problem?" And in a completely unbiased manner, "Do people agree with me that I am solving a real problem?" So that's what I would say would be a primary thing that we do differently right now. Of course at this point, we start getting users involved much earlier into our development process. That is something that we did not do in the past, and hence the surprise that we got at that point. So we start involving users, different stakeholders, and things like that much earlier, but at the same time, I would say that it's not to say that I would penalize myself for the historical decisions that I took. We did the best that we could potentially with the resources that were available at that point. Now we have much more resources so we can do all these things. So don't feel pressured to do everything on day one. You know, start with something, move forward and build that maturity as you grow. [00:15:38] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh, I love that. That's excellent advice. Thank you for sharing. Yeah, so you know that's a great segue and I love the fact that you were talking about the end user and the importance. And it's so funny because of course, ultimately your goal is to help these end users and improve their quality of life and whatnot. But to your point, it does get easy to get so bogged down in the details of what you're creating and innovating that perhaps you forget sort of the bigger picture at times. So, speaking of these end users, can you share any stories that might stand out to you as really reinforcing to you that, "Hey, gosh, I am in the right industry, doing the right thing at the right time." [00:16:17] Dhruv Agrawal: Yeah, no, absolutely. So we have had many phenomenal end users that have reiterated our belief in the product that we are building, the problems that we are solving, the company, and the organization that we are building as a whole. I mean, generally speaking, patients change their devices every three to five years, and that's really our entry point of getting a device into the hands of the patients. But even with those, a patient is using another prosthetic device, they start using ours, they will see a step change in the functionality, and that's always empowering. But the most interesting stories are where we have really seen patients who, for example, congenital amputees tried a prosthetic device 10 years ago, 15 years ago, and then made a decision to live their life without any prosthetic device. So got used to a life for 15, 20, 25 years of living a life without a prosthetic device, just with an amputated limb or a limb difference. And then, we come in with our product, they see it, they use it, and they are ready to adopt that again. And that's a much powerful validation for us because somebody who has used a device, looked at all the advancements over the last two decades, decided actively decided to not use any of those advancements, and looks at our product and says, "Ah, this really solves the problems that I was waiting for someone to solve for the last two decades." Like we had this situation with a very famous Polish guy, Marek Kamiński, who is the youngest Polish person to go to both poles, North Pole and the South Pole, and he's a bilateral amputee on legs and he has a unilateral amputation to one arm. He has not used a prosthetic device in, I think 15 or 20 years, something like that. So for a very long timeframe. He met with an ambassador of ours and was finally convinced after 15 long years to give another try. And we fitted him over three months ago and he's been performing phenomenally with the device and he's so happy with that. So those are the moments that really give us more confidence or give us a boost of confidence in the product that we are building and the company that we are building. [00:18:19] Lindsey Dinneen: That's incredible. Wow. What a story. Yeah, and I love hearing those kinds of stories and that just to reinforce, " Hey, you really are making a difference." And I'm sure that helps on the days that are a little bit harder, a little trickier, you know, it helps to have that to hold onto, so you know your impact goes so far beyond even the places that you've mentioned before. I was reading about how you've worked with the Open Dialogue Foundation and there's been some work in Ukraine, and I'm wondering if you could share a little bit about perhaps that collaboration, and or some of the other exciting collaborations you have going on with these amazing organizations all over the world. [00:18:54] Dhruv Agrawal: Absolutely. I mean, the work that we do in Ukraine is something which is very close to our heart and what you just mentioned a moment ago, it's exactly that type of work that keeps us going on the hardest of days. I have so many amazing stories from the patients who have been fitted with our device 'cause at this point in the last year or so, we have already fitted over a hundred patients with our bionic hands in Ukraine. We primarily work with Superhumans, which is NGO based out of Kyiv, a great place, really the mecca for prosthetics at this point, I would say. They're doing a phenomenal job of getting these patients in, rehabilitating them, fitting them with our device and then training them on how to use the device. In fact, even supporting them in the post rehabilitation, acquainting them to back to the real world as well. And we send teams of doctors from the US, from Poland, to Ukraine to actually fit these devices to patients. And we have had a lot of success stories come out of it. We have people who have amputations, even at the level of shoulder who are amputated all the way up to the shoulder or four quarter amputation, and they are successfully able to live a independent life with our device. I think the best story that I've had, or the part that really made me tear up, was when one of the soldiers got fitted with our device and his really, really big wish was to be able to do the first, to dance with his wife, with both hands. And I got to see that and it was, it was the most amazing feeling ever. [00:20:20] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh my goodness. Yes. I don't know how you couldn't just have the waterfall start with that kind of story. That's incredible. Thank you for sharing about that. So, as you look toward the company's future and your own, what are you excited about moving forward? [00:20:34] Dhruv Agrawal: I mean, we are currently in the process of getting a new version of our hand in the market, which has all the learnings of the last four years or so. So we are definitely really excited about that. You have to keep in mind when we launched the first product, we didn't even have enough money to-- because prosthetics are expensive-- so we didn't really have had enough money to buy our competitor devices, or the devices from the past to look around to see, touch, feel, how they are built. Everything that we built was purely out of our imagination and based on what we could find on the internet. And, you know, go visit a doctor who fits these devices, have that 10, 15 minutes to look around that device, and so on and so on. I mean, four years later, now we have the experience of fitting close to seven, 800 patients with our device. All that feedback that has gone into the next version product that we are gonna be building. So very excited about that. We continue to develop the software platform, so we are not just a company that is focused on providing a device to the patient, but we provide an entire software platform that's like a digital twin for the patient. So it supports the patients throughout their end-to-end journey. Because it's not just about giving a device to the patient, but it's all about can we improve their quality of life? Can the patient pick up a glass of water? Can he tie his shoelaces? Can he water a plant? Can he do the activities that he really wants to do? And from that perspective, the software platform that we continue to build focuses on things like adherence, occupational therapy, physical therapy, monitoring of the usage of the device. Because the thing in prosthetics industry is, the day you give the device to the patient is not the day you have won the battle. That's the day the battle actually begins, 'cause now it's all about making sure that you deliver on the promise of helping him get better quality of life. [00:22:20] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah. I'm sure that's an exciting challenge, but it's a continually evolving challenge too. And there's probably variations, I would imagine, on people embracing the technology a little bit differently and how you handle all that. Yeah. Excellent. Well that is a very exciting future and it's so much fun to hear about, and you know, you've had a great career so far. I'm sure it's wildly different than what you may have imagined as a kid. But what a cool gift that you're bringing to the world. You've been recognized quite a bit. You're 30 under 30 for Europe, and you've been involved in lots of different cool organizations. You've been a TEDx speaker. What are some of those moments like, have they been surreal? Is it just like, "Oh, thank you." Just confirmation that, hey, you are on the right tracker. What are those kinds of moments like for you? [00:23:08] Dhruv Agrawal: I mean, definitely the first round of funding that we raised in Poland was was a huge check mark for us, because it's that moment at which you realize, "Ah, somebody wants to give me money and somebody wants to give me a quarter of a million dollars." I've never seen that much money together on a single bank account or in any way, shape or form, right? I come from a normal middle class family. We don't have that. So, that was definitely the first micro checkpoint, let's say. I mean, both the things that you mentioned, the TEDx thing, the Forbes 30 Under 30 thing, coming from a background in India where these things are really important, although they're not so important for me as a person, but they're much more important for some reason to my parents and to society. It is a different place. We put a lot of emphasis on these types of things. So from six, seven years ago, looking at these lists coming out or looking at, "Oh, this cool guy spoke on a TEDx talk, sending him an email about, 'Do you want to be an advisor in my company? I'll give you 5% shares,'" and so on and so on, to actually doing those things by yourself, that's definitely pretty well as well. But again, at the end of the day, there is nothing better than seeing a new patient get fitted with the hand, seeing the reaction of their family members. They have a daughter, they have a son who they hold their hand for the first time. They hug their wife. I mean, just, just being around amputees and patients who use your device, something that you built and that helps them get better at their daily life, that's, I would say, the most rewarding thing ever. [00:24:39] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, of course. That's, that's wonderful. Yeah. So, oh my goodness, this is so great and very inspirational, but pivoting the conversation a little bit just for fun. Imagine that you were to be offered a million dollars-- speaking of those wonderful sums of money-- to teach a masterclass on anything you want. It can be something within your industry, but doesn't have to be, what would you choose to teach? [00:25:03] Dhruv Agrawal: I have two topics in mind. One is I would probably teach a masterclass on pitching, especially for first time founders. I think that is something which I'm good at, and we have obviously raised a pretty decent amount of capital up 'till now. So that would be the one thing that I would say. So kind of a combination of pitching and starting a startup for the first time, especially in the field of hardware, medical devices, things like that. And the second thing that I would really like to talk about is just probably trying to put my thoughts together and making a masterclass on how to never give up, because I think that that's a very underrated quality. But that's a very important quality. There have been complex times in the history of our company where we have felt that like, "Ah, this might be it." But it's all about what you do in those moments and how you go beyond those. I think it's all about that. [00:25:47] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. And how do you wish to be remembered after you leave this world? [00:25:53] Dhruv Agrawal: Just as a positive change maker. I really would like all these patients that we are helping and giving these devices to. I, I just want to be a small part of their lives. Just as I was part of the life of the veteran who got married, I, I just wanna ha have those small moments club together amongst these different individuals that we are privileged to work with. [00:26:13] Lindsey Dinneen: Hmm. Yes, of course. Wonderful. And then final question, what is one thing that makes you smile every time you see or think about it? [00:26:22] Dhruv Agrawal: Oh, that's very simple. Patients getting fitted with our device. Today we see a patient getting fitted with our device, and that smile on their face and things like that. And, you know, that's even much bigger, much more interesting in Ukraine because many times when you go to these hospitals, and when I go to these hospitals in Ukraine, you have to understand that these people have gone through a lot. These soldiers who are putting their body on the line for their country. There, of course, there's a certain sort of low morale that they have when they're amputated and when they're in these hospitals and things like that where they don't really think that there is ever a possibility for them to regain something back. And you go in there and you show them a bionic hand, and they're not sure if this thing works, and you put the electrodes on them and they open the hand or close it for the first time, and then you suddenly see those expressions change from like, "Ah, what has happened to me?" to, "Oh, what can I achieve?" That is also an amazing feeling. [00:27:16] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Oh, I love that. What an amazing gift to be able to help somebody bridge that gap and witness it. How cool is that? Oh, well, I think this is incredible. I am so grateful for you and your co-founder for starting this company and just being able to give so many people hope and new life, really, just a new way of experiencing life. So thank you for all of the incredible work you're doing. I'm so excited to continue to follow your work, support your work, as I'm sure all of our listeners are as well. So, gosh, I just really appreciate you sharing all of your advice and stories and wisdom with us. So thanks again so much for being here. [00:27:55] Dhruv Agrawal: Of course, Lindsey, thank so much for having me. [00:27:56] Lindsey Dinneen: Of course, of course. And we are honored to be making a donation on your behalf as a thank you for your time today to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, which is dedicated to preventing animal cruelty in the United States. We really appreciate you choosing that organization to support and thank you just again, so very much for your time here today. I just wish you continued success as you work to change lives for a better world. And thank you also so much to our listeners, and if you're feeling as inspired as I am right now, I'd love it if you share this episode with a colleague or two and we'll catch you next time. [00:28:43] Ben Trombold: The Leading Difference is brought to you by Velentium. Velentium is a full-service CDMO with 100% in-house capability to design, develop, and manufacture medical devices from class two wearables to class three active implantable medical devices. 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The perderders and bunny limbs aren't mentioned until the end of the episode but this was the title that came to mind, so I'm going with it. In this episode I provide life updates that nobody asked for. A new autistic song I found, Devon Price's newest book, how I don't like people borrowing my stuff . . . and then the perderders and torn-apart bunny. Don't worry it's not as sad as it sounds. (I have a soul I swear.)***Email: autisticang38@gmail.comAutistic Logic Mini Course: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://angela-walker-s-school.teachable.com/p/why-this-feels-right-the-hidden-logic-behind-your-choices⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Adult Autism 101: angela-walker-s-school.teachable.com/p/adultautism101Public Journal series: amazon.com/author/autisticangSubstack: autisticang38.substack.comInstagram: instagram.com/autisticang38LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/autistic-ang-87494030aQuora: adulthoodwithachanceofautism.quora.comReddit: reddit.com/r/autisticang38Threads: threads.net/@autisticang38Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/autisticang38.bsky.social

Dec 1, 1998SingaporeContinued from Part 1

Dec 1, 1998SingaporeTo be continued in Part 2-

Send us a textJason Matuszewski is Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of BioStem Technologies ( https://biostemtechnologies.com/ ), a leading innovator focused on harnessing the natural properties of perinatal tissue in the development, manufacture, and commercialization of allografts for regenerative therapies. Jason brings a wealth of experience in strategic operations planning and technical projects management from his rigorous technical background. His diverse expertise includes continuous process improvement, training and development programs, regulatory compliance and best practices implementation, and advanced problem solving. Jason began his career as a technical engineer working for Adecco at SC Johnson in 2009, where he developed comprehensive maintenance plans to support manufacturing processes at scale. He then transitioned to manufacturing and quality engineering for major organizations, including ATI Ladish Forging, Nemak, and HUSCO International, where he spearheaded process design and implementation, solved complex supply-chain and manufacturing problems, and improved product sourcing and purchasing. Jason's philanthropic work with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation sparked an interest in biotech, leading him to co-found Biostem Technologies in 2014. As CEO he has leveraged his expertise to optimize tissue sourcing, strategically build out a 6,000 square foot tissue processing facility that is fully compliant with FDA 210, 211, 1271, and AATB standards, and put together an expert team of professionals to support the company's continued growth. Jason holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering Technology and a minor in Mathematics from the Milwaukee School of Engineering and is Six Sigma Black Belt certified. He also serves as a Processing and Distribution Council Member for the American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB), as well as serves as a member of the Government Affairs committee for BioFlorida.#JasonMatuszewski #BioStemTechnologies #PerinatalTissue #RegenerativeTherapies #ChronicWounds #DiabeticFootUlcers #VenousUlcers #PressureUlcers #AmnioticTissue #TissueAllografts #ExtracellularMatrix #ECM #GrowthFactors #Cytokines #Collagen  #ProgressPotentialAndPossibilities #IraPastor #Podcast #Podcaster #ViralPodcast #STEM #Innovation #Technology #Science #ResearchSupport the show

Over 6 hours of scary small town or forgotten village terror that will have you yearning for population density. Become an Eeriecast PLUS Member! https://eeriecast.com/plus Background from this music comes from: Myuu https://www.youtube.com/@Myuu CO.AG Darkness Prevails Epidemic Sound LXZURAY GIMU SCARY STORIES TIMESTAMPS 0:00 INTRO 0:57 Margret's House from Sabrina 7:11 Extra Crispy, Extra Wrong from coopandcai 13:36 Butterflies from Thick_Mick_Chick 17:50 They Always Come Back on Christmas from L1NDO (leendor) 24:31 He Wasn't a Gentlemen from Mr. B 33:26 Limbs in the Rain from John O'Rourke 46:56 Working from Home can be Scary and Weird from PupPup23 GET MY WIFE'S ADORABLE STICKERS!!! https://ko-fi.com/ruffledragons/shop ORDER PHANTOM PHENOMENA: https://a.co/d/3hQAV7e ORDER APPALCHIAN FOLKLORE UNVEILED: https://a.co/d/iteR5xZ Get CRYPTID: The Creepy Card Battling Game https://cryptidcardgame.com/ Read our new wendigo horror novel https://eeriecast.com/lore Sign up for Eeriecast PLUS for bonus content and more https://eeriecast.com/plus Get our merch http://eeriecast.store/ Join my Discord! https://discord.gg/3YVN4twrD8 Follow the Unexplained Encounters podcast! https://pod.link/1152248491 Follow and review Tales from the Break Room on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! https://pod.link/1621075170 Submit Your Story Here: https://www.darkstories.org/ Subscribe on YouTube for More Stories! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh_VbMnoL4nuxX_3HYanJbA?sub_confirmation=1 --- slavic folklore,folklore stories,folklore horror stories,scary folklore stories,folklore,slavic stories,scary slavic stories,slavic horror stories,true stories,horror stories,creepy stories,ghost stories,scary stories,unexplained encounters,eeriecast,darkness prevails,slavic mythology,mysterious creatures,strange creatures,paranormal activity,deep woods,deep woods stories,scary deep woods stories,deep woods horror stories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Black Sabbath are solely responsible for conjuring the diabolical power of heavy metal. When guitarist Tony Iommi lost his fingertips as a teenager, he turned to a less painful style of playing— a style that produced a new, genre-defining type of gloom and heaviness. The band climbed through the seven circles of British podunk hell to international rock star success, but the lore of their dark imagery compelled the freaks to flood out of the woodwork and to their shows. Despite composing songs that warned against the evils of the occult, Black Sabbath attracted legions of devil worshippers, occultists and 1970s freak-flag-flying practitioners of the dark arts. Kids went mad for their metal. Critics hated it. And much to the band's dismay, Satanists found their battle cry in the heavy gloom that Black Sabbath had awakened. This episode was originally published on October 26, 2021. To see the full list of contributors, see the show notes at ⁠www.disgracelandpod.com⁠. To listen to Disgraceland ad free and get access to a monthly exclusive episode, weekly bonus content and more, become a Disgraceland All Access member at ⁠disgracelandpod.com/membership⁠. Sign up for our newsletter and get the inside dirt on events, merch and other awesomeness - ⁠GET THE NEWSLETTER⁠ Follow Jake and DISGRACELAND: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠X⁠ (formerly Twitter)  ⁠Facebook Fan Group⁠ ⁠TikTok To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode Summary:In this deeply personal and reflective solo episode, Amy Wheeler closes out Season 8 of The Yoga Therapy Hour and sets the tone for a rich, story-filled Season 9.Amy shares how the theme of “being human” emerged as the guiding force of Season 8, inspired by the courageous individuals who came forward to tell their stories—many for the first time. These stories weren't just interviews. They were powerful acts of vulnerability, resilience, and truth-telling, offering a mirror into the ways Yoga, Yoga Therapy, and Āyurveda can help us feel more, suffer less, and reconnect with ourselves and others.From feeding the birds on a crisp Minnesota morning to attending the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebration with the Tibetan American community, Amy reflects on the importance of embodiment, interconnection, and what it means to belong—to ourselves, to each other, and to something greater.She also speaks frankly about the state of the yoga therapy profession—naming the challenges in funding, insurance, job growth, and institutional integration—and invites listeners to return to the heart of the practice. Yoga was never meant to be a job market. It was—and still is—a sacred path for healing, presence, and service.What's Ahead in Season 9:Season 9 will continue the storytelling format, focusing on real humans navigating real suffering and how they found relief and resilience through Yoga and Āyurveda.The season is already fully booked through December 2025, with Amy often recording two stories per week to keep up with the demand.The core question guiding the season: What does it mean to be human in an age of AI, disconnection, and overwhelm?Special Announcement: Season 10 PreviewAmy shares a glimpse of what's coming in 2026:A 15-month podcast series dedicated to the 8 Limbs of Yoga, integrating ancient wisdom with modern neuroscience and lived experience. Topics include:January: Citta-vṛtti-nirodha & the Autonomic Nervous SystemFebruary: Abhyāsa & VairāgyamMarch: The Kleśas & SufferingApril–December: The Eight Limbs (Yamas through Samādhi)Interested in being a guest for one of these episodes? Amy invites you to email her to claim a topic!Key Quotes:“Maybe Yoga can't be your sole source of income right now. But that doesn't mean it can't be your sacred path.”— Amy Wheeler“When we let go of trying to fit Yoga Therapy into a broken system, we begin to remember the soul of this work.”— Amy Wheeler“Humanity is not something we need to digitize—it's something we need to feel again.”— Amy WheelerConnect + Take Action:Want to be a guest on Season 10? Email Amy with your desired topic from the 8 Limbs series!Explore Amy's offerings at TheOptimalState.comSubscribe and leave a review if this episode touched you.Support the show by sharing this episode with a friend or colleague in the healing arts.

When two friends depart on a road trip, they encounter a secluded restaurant with a disturbing patron. Become an Eeriecast PLUS Member! https://eeriecast.com/plus Background from this music comes from: Myuu https://www.youtube.com/@Myuu CO.AG Darkness Prevails Epidemic Sound LXZURAY GIMU SCARY STORIES TIMESTAMPS 0:00 INTRO 0:57 Margret's House from Sabrina 7:11 Extra Crispy, Extra Wrong from coopandcai 13:36 Butterflies from Thick_Mick_Chick 17:50 They Always Come Back on Christmas from L1NDO (leendor) 24:31 He Wasn't a Gentlemen from Mr. B 33:26 Limbs in the Rain from John O'Rourke 46:56 Working from Home can be Scary and Weird from PupPup23 GET MY WIFE'S ADORABLE STICKERS!!! https://ko-fi.com/ruffledragons/shop ORDER PHANTOM PHENOMENA: https://a.co/d/3hQAV7e ORDER APPALCHIAN FOLKLORE UNVEILED: https://a.co/d/iteR5xZ Get CRYPTID: The Creepy Card Battling Game https://cryptidcardgame.com/ Read our new wendigo horror novel https://eeriecast.com/lore Sign up for Eeriecast PLUS for bonus content and more https://eeriecast.com/plus Get our merch http://eeriecast.store/ Join my Discord! https://discord.gg/3YVN4twrD8 Follow the Unexplained Encounters podcast! https://pod.link/1152248491 Follow and review Tales from the Break Room on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! https://pod.link/1621075170 Submit Your Story Here: https://www.darkstories.org/ Subscribe on YouTube for More Stories! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh_VbMnoL4nuxX_3HYanJbA?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Livres mentionnés :A Language of Limbs, Dylin HardcastleLes tribulations d'Arthur Mineur, Andrew Sean GreerEveryone in this room will someday be dead, Emily R. AustinPachinko, Min Jin LeeMisery, Stephen KingLa peau sur les os, Stephen KingLe portrait de Dorian gray, Oscar WildeLes passants de Lisbonne, Phillipe BessonBlue Sisters, Coco MellorsL'hôtel des Oiseaux, Joyces MaynardMy year of rest and relaxation, Otessa MoshfeghSous la porte qui chuchotte, TJ KluneThe midnight library, Matt HaigLonely castle in the mirror, Mizuki TsujimuraA Marvellous Light, Freya MarskeL'invitée, Emma ClineLa femme de ménage, Freida McFaddenPropre, Alia Trabucco ZeranThe Emperor of Gladness, Ocean VuongLa dépendance, Rachel CuskAll Rhodes Lead here, Mariana ZapataConvenience store woman, Sayaka MurataEarthlings, Sayaka MurataVanishing World, Sayaka MurataDès que sa bouche fut pleine, Juliette OuryA Little Life, Hanya YanagiharaSuch a fun age, Kelly ReidYes daddy, Jonathan Parks-RamageViolette et Stella, Evelyne Bloch DanoLa porte des enfers, Laurent GaudéThe Imperfectionists, Tom RachmanCall Me by Your Name, André AcimanOù l'amour demeure, Sarah WinmanDaisy Jones & the six, Taylor Jenkins ReidDeath of a bookseller, Alice Slater6 versions, Matt WesolowskiThe Rachel Incident, Caroline O'DonoghueProject Hail Mary, Andy WeirLe capitalisme est-il moral ?, André Comte-Sponville

I sit down Dan'l Anselmo who is an expert in Bow Design & DIY hunting. He is a lead R&D engineer for 21 yrs and has seen some of the best evolutions in archery gear. He's been part of projects specializing in Limbs, Cams, Risers and materials. Dan'l is a 3rd generation DIY hunter who has a healthy resume of Big Elk & Massive Mule Deer. I've known Dan'l since his first year at Hoyt and have a tremendous amount of respect for his deep understanding of the mechanics of the compound bow. We jump into subjects that I feel aren't discussed enough about the “why” of certain design characteristics and gear choices. We also jump into some of his tactics of hunting the west during the opening weeks. He has some great information that he shares about tagging big deer that's handed down to him from the yoda Randy Ulmer.

Tom Nash was given a a 2% chance to live and then lost all of his lims when he was just 19 when a deadly disease changed his life forever. After contracting meningococcal septicemia, he lost both his arms and legs. But instead of falling into despair, Tom found a radical new perspective—one that reframed tragedy as a gift.In this powerful and inspiring episode of DEAD Talks, Tom shares how surviving near-certain death gave him a new lens on life, mortality, and meaning. From learning to play guitar again with hooks to becoming a DJ and speaker, and why he believes the question “Why me?” is fundamentally flawed. They also dig into mindset science, the illusion of control, embracing chaos, and how humor saved him from despair.To learn more about todays guest Tom Nash please visit hereJoin the ⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts: ⁠Shop Here⁠Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:

Rich Embury's R3TROGR4D3 returns to CRANK IT LOUD with more brand NEW Hard Rock & Metal from Starset / Plush / Beyond The Black / Harlequin / Limbs / Ashes Of Ares / Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts / Cristobal Gallardo / Devilskin! Plus music history, classics, requests and more from Helix / David […]

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Host Jason Blitman talks with author Dylin Hardcastle about their new book A Language of Limbs. They explore what it means to be fully present, and Dylin offers insights into the fascinating history of Claude Cahun, the pioneering French artist and writer, then reflects on their experience living in an all-trans household. Dylin opens up about their relationship with their aunt and the transformative journey of self-discovery and identity. The episode continues with Guest Gay Reader Benedict Nguyễn, who discusses her current reads and introduces her latest book, Hot Girls with Balls.Dylin Hardcastle (they/them) is an award-winning author, artist, and screenwriter. They are the author of Below Deck (2020), Breathing Under Water (2016), and Running Like China (2015). Their work has been published to critical acclaim in eleven territories and translated into eight languages. A Language of Limbs won the Kathleen Mitchell Award through Creative Australia. The novel has been optioned by Curio (Sony Pictures) and is in development.Benedict Nguyễn is a dancer and gym buff who works as a creative producer in live performance. She's written for The Baffler, BOMB, Los Angeles Review of Books, Vanity Fair, The Brooklyn Rail, The Margins, and other publications. In 2022, she published nasty notes, the redacted-email zine on freelance labor. Hot Girls with Balls is her first novel. @xbennybooBOOK CLUB!Sign up for the Gays Reading Book Club HERE July Book: Disappoint Me by Nicola Dinan SUBSTACK!https://gaysreading.substack.com/ MERCH!http://gaysreading.printful.me PARTNERSHIP!Use code READING to get 15% off your madeleine order! https://cornbread26.com/ WATCH!https://youtube.com/@gaysreading FOLLOW!Instagram: @gaysreading | @jasonblitmanBluesky: @gaysreading | @jasonblitmanCONTACT!hello@gaysreading.com

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In El Salvador, where diabetes affects approximately 12.5% of the adult population, vascular surgeons like Dr. Fernando Javier Martínez Irigoyen face a daily battle against limb loss due to peripheral artery disease (PAD). While specific amputation statistics for El Salvador are limited, the reality in developing nations is sobering: • Patients in low-resource settings often present with advanced disease due to limited healthcare access • Treatment options for PAD are significantly constrained by availability of specialized equipment • Geographic and socioeconomic barriers can delay critical interventions that could save limbs Join us on the next episode of "The Heart of Innovation" as host Kym McNicholas and special co-host vascular technician Jill Sommerset interview Dr. Fernando Javier Martínez Irigoyen about: ✦ The unique challenges of practicing vascular surgery in El Salvador ✦ His fight to introduce cutting-edge treatments despite resource limitations ✦ The devastating impact of preventable amputations on patients' lives ✦ Innovative approaches to limb salvage in resource-constrained settings This conversation highlights a global health disparity that receives too little attention. Learn how dedicated medical professionals are working to change outcomes for patients at risk of limb loss in developing nations. - Don't miss this important discussion on saving limbs and lives! #LimbSalvage #VascularCare #GlobalHealth #ElSalvador #TheHeartOfInnovation

Jordon Beal is a songwriter, producer, and engineer based in Chicago, IL. He made the leap into audio full-time in 2010 after working with legendary producer Sylvia Massy on a series of singles with his former band. Although his position in the band was uncertain, the studio experience sparked a deeper passion—he realized he felt far more fulfilled behind the glass than on stage. That moment became the catalyst for his career in audio.Since then, Jordon has built an impressive portfolio, working on records for artists such as Intervals (including their Juno Award-winning album), Silverstein, The Devil Wears Prada, Architects, Conquer Divide, Veil of Maya, Divide The Fall, Cane Hill, Janus, and LIMBS. His behind-the-scenes collaborations have also connected him with top-tier producers and engineers, including Sam Guaiana, Adam “Nolly” Getgood, Joey Sturgis, Sylvia Massy, and Phil Pluskota. In addition to production, he's carved out a niche in editing and session prep work—an area that now makes up a significant portion of his schedule and showcases his precision and attention to detail.IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:Working with Sylvia Massy as an artistHow to eliminate “red-light syndrome”Going with your gut instinctRecording keeper takes while writing songsMaking moves with intentAdjusting your processes to fit the artist's preferencesWhy double tracking with the same guitar can be problematicThe secret to getting your guitars to sound massiveWhy good editing starts at the tracking stageEditing guitars: Where you should make your cuts if you want the best soundThe pros and cons of time-stretchingUsing different time-stretching algorithmsUsing drum trigger spikes: Why they're so helpful Using Soundflow to save time and work efficientlyTo learn more about Jordon Beal, visit: https://www.facebook.com/jordon.poppLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube:

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This week, Liberty and Danika discuss Ten Incarnations of Rebellion, Charlottesville, Cosmic Love at the Multiverse Hair Salon, and more great books! Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a book. Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news. Stumped on a great gift this Father's Day? Tailored Book Recommendations brings a personalized touch to any reading list with books hand-picked by professional book nerds. With over 150,000 book recommendations under our belt, we've got the chops to find the right read for your loved one this Father's Day. Plus, with a simple checkout process and the ability to schedule the welcome email, gift-giving has never been easier. Gift TBR today starting at just $18! Check out Strong Sense of Place wherever you get your podcasts, or visit strongsenseofplace.com This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Books Discussed On the Show: Charlottesville: An American Story by Deborah Baker Ten Incarnations of Rebellion by Vaishnavi Patel Flashlight by Susan Choi Cosmic Love at the Multiverse Hair Salon by Annie Mare A Language of Limbs by Dylin Hardcastle Beast by Richard Van Camp The Spinach King: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty by John Seabrook Of Monsters and Mainframes by Barbara Truelove Sister, Butcher, Sister by KD Aldyn Meet Me at the Crossroads by Megan Giddings The Catch by Yrsa Daley-Ward For a complete list of books discussed in this episode, visit our website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've talked about what the eight limbs of yoga are and where they came from (if you missed that episode just scroll a few back) but what is each limb's practical, energetic, and spiritual significance in modern life? From the ethical and personal observances of Yama and Niyama, respectively, to the physical aspects of Asana, the breath control of Pranayama, and the mental focus of Dharana. And of course how it all culminates in the exploration of Dhyana and Samadhi. The Eight Limbs are here to help you cut through the noise and come back to what really matters, this episode will explain how. Listen and learn:

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach are at Wembley to react to all the drama, fresh off the back of Sunderland's win over Sheffield United in the Championship play-off final.Tommy Watson's 95th-minute winner!Limbs in the Sunderland end!Where do Sheffield United go from here?It's the Second Tier.Sign up to our Patreon here!Watch this episode on YouTube here!Follow us on X, Instagram and email us secondtierpod@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our website - www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Instagram - @perksofbeingabookloverpod Facebook - Perks of Being a Book Lover. To send us a message go to our website and click the Contact button.   This week we have Sam Miller, manager at Carmichael's Bookstore in Louisville, with us to chat about books readers might want to consider for their summer reading. It is always fun to hear what is new and notable from Sam.    This is our last episode of the season.  We will be back in July after our summer hiatus with all new episodes. Happy Reading!   Books Mentioned in this Episode:   1- The Sweet Life in Paris by David Lebowitz   2- Northern Spy by Flynn Berry   3- Big Girl Small Town by Michelle Gallen   4- Factory Girls by Michelle Gallen   5- Cat's People by Tanya Guerrero   6- The View from Lake Como by Adriana Trigiani   7- Big Stone Gap by Adriana Trigiani   8- Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid   9- Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter   10- So Far Gone by Jess Walter   11- A Language of Limbs by Dylin Hardcastle   12- A Lesser Light by Peter Geye   13- Murder Takes a Vacation by Laura Lippmann   14- El Dorado Drive by Megan Abbott   15- Big Bad Wool by Leonie Swann   16- Three Bags Full by Leonie Swann   17- First Gentleman by Bill Clinton and James Patterson   18- King of Ashes by SA Cosby   19- Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by VE Schwab   20- Katabasis by RF Kuang   21- Country Under Heaven by Frederic Durbin   22- A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna   23- Isabella Nag and the Pot of Basil by Oliver Darkshire   24- The Magician of Tiger Castle by Louis Sachar   25- Baldwin: A Love Story by Nicholas Boggs   26- Plato and the Tyrant by James Romm   27- Turning to Birds by Lili Taylor   28- Is A River Alive? by Robert McFarlane   29- Mark Twain by Ron Chernow   30- Charlottesville by Deborah Baker   31- Prairie Fires by Caroline Fraser   32- Murderland: Crime and Bloodlust in the Time of Serial Killers by Caroline Fraser   33- Fulfillment by Lee Cole   34- If You Love It, Let it Kill You by Hannah Pittard   35- The Fire Concerto by Sarah Landenwich   36- Black Cohosh by Eagle Valiant Brosi   37- Big Swiss by Jen Beagin   38- I Am the Arrow: The Life and Art of Sylvia Plath in Six Poems by Sarah Ruden   39- Red Comet by Heather Clark   40- Bad Badger : A Love Story by Maryrose Wood   Media mentioned--   1- Derry Girls (Netflix, 2018-2022)   2- Christoph Waltz on Jimmy Fallon --https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0jr-HQeT74   3- Floyd Collins Broadway show--https://floydcollinsbroadway.com  

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” — John 15:5 Have you ever seen the damage to trees after a heavy windstorm? Limbs and branches are often strewn about the landscape, and some land on houses and cars, causing even more damage. Often those branches still have healthy-looking leaves and fruit, but we know they will soon die. When a branch is severed from the main trunk, its vitality is lost. Its lifeline is gone. Its leaves will wither and die, and its fruit will decay. Jesus conveys a similar message in John 15, saying, “I am the vine; you are the branches.” He helps us to see that if we break away from him—the true vine—we will not have his spiritual life in us. Though we may appear vibrant for a while, we will lack the capacity to produce spiritual life, health, or fruit on our own. Only if we stay connected to Jesus can we bear spiritual fruit that endures. The main function of a vine such as a grapevine is to bear fruit. And fruit-bearing sums up our purpose as followers of Jesus. In fact, Jesus explains that every branch that bears no fruit will be cut off. But with his Spirit living in us, we will yield fruit such as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (see Galatians 5:22-23). This is our calling. Holy Spirit, by your life-giving power, produce a crop of spiritual fruit in our lives. May your glory shine forth, and may others be enriched by the fruits of our lives. In Jesus, Amen.

Join us for our new show, GodTalked! Steve Shultz interviews celebrities sharing their Christian faith and how “God Talked” to them during their journey. On this episode, Steve Shultz interviews evangelist and motivational speaker Nick Vujicic. Nick shares his own faith journey in Christ being born without limbs, his goal of reaching 1 billion people with the Gospel, championing the brokenhearted, dealing with America's mental health crisis, his upcoming movie, and more! You can follow Nick on https://nickvministries.org/ For more information or to get involved with the Champion for the Brokehearted Initiative visit: https://nickvministries.org/champions Thank you for making the always-free Elijah List Ministries possible! Click here to learn how to partner with us: https://ElijahStreams.com/Donate Prefer to donate by mail? Make your check or money order (US Dollars) payable to: “ElijahStreams” and mail it to: ElijahStreams, 525 2nd Ave SW, Suite 629, Albany, OR 97321 USA

In this rich and heartfelt conversation, Jai sits down with Harish Bharadwaj—yoga teacher, Vedic scholar, and lifelong spiritual practitioner—for a deep dive into the foundations of yogic philosophy. Together, they explore the Four Paths of Yoga—Bhakti (devotion), Karma (selfless action), Jnana (wisdom), and Raja (meditative discipline)—and how each offers a doorway into spiritual maturity and personal evolution.Harish also shares practical insights into karma as a force that shapes our lives through intention, action, and consequence, and how conscious living helps transform karmic patterns. The episode culminates with a discussion of Patanjali's 8 Limbs of Yoga, illuminating how these timeless principles guide us toward liberation, ethical living, and deep inner stillness.This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to connect more fully with the heart of yoga—not just as physical exercise, but as a complete spiritual path rooted in ancient wisdom and personal responsibility.In this episode, you'll learn:The essential distinctions between the four main yogic pathsHow karma operates in daily life, and how to shift from unconscious reaction to conscious actionWhy the 8 Limbs of Yoga remain relevant in today's fast-paced worldReflections from both Jai and Harish on integrating philosophy with modern practiceWhether you're new to yogic philosophy or looking to deepen your current practice, this conversation offers clarity, context, and heartfelt guidance.Jai's Instagram:@theartofagingmindfully@jaiyogashalaTO SUPPORT THE ART OF AGING MINDFULNESS PODCAST:patreon.com/jaisugrimHealth and Longevity Coaching with Jai:https://theartofagingmindfully.com/To Train with Jai in "Yoga for Longevity Classes:"https://jaiyogashala.com/daily-schedule/If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with others who might benefit from these insights!

We've all heard of the 8 Limbs of Yoga, but do you really know what they are? Today I'm going to explore the eight limbs of yoga, their origins, and their significance in spiritual practice. I'll look at each limb's purpose, giving a detailed examination, as well as the historical context of the Yoga Sutras. Get ready to finally gain a true understanding of: Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi.  I'll discuss:

Beau & Woodsy debate if Reindeers are real or fake, we look into a study that found sex once a week is the key to a happy marriage & Tim McDonald from The Cheap Seats joins us. Join Triple M Breakfast weekday mornings from 6am, grab the podcast everyday on LiSTNR or where ever you get your podcasts or watch the funniest bits of the show on Instagram via @triplembreakfast #TripleMBreakfastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textThe Lads are back, we kick things off with STL City's goalless draw – can they break their scoring drought? The Champions League, saw Arsenal pull off a stunning 2-1 victory over Madrid and advance 5-1 on aggregate, while Aston Villa fell short after a 3-2 will but PSG still advance. Bayern Munich's nail-biting 2-2 draw with Inter sees Inter through, and Barcelona cruised into the next round. Over in the Europa League, all eyes are on Manchester United vs Lyon in an Old Trafford classic,. Tottenham makes it past Eintracht Frankfurt in a thrilling encounter. Chelsea's lose to team no one has heard of but find a way to advance. The fight for champions league places in the premier league is HEATING UP, with only 3 point separating 3-7. Liverpool has a potential league-clinching match on Wednesday – could they really do it? Lets Banter!Support the show

Chelsea leave it late but take all three points with a dramatic 2-1 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage! In this episode of Chelsea Against The World, Simon and Manny react to a wild London derby, breaking down goals from Pedro Neto and Tyrique George, and giving credit where it's due—Enzo Maresca made the right changes to seal the win.The hosts also get into the ongoing trend of Chelsea content creators pushing negativity, even after thrilling moments like this. Why does it always have to be doom and gloom?With momentum swinging our way, we ask the big question: Can Chelsea still finish in the top 5 and sneak into next season's Champions League?

When did we get disconnected from the body? Today I want to explore the historical context of body-based spirituality. We'll contrast traditional yoga's focus on enlightenment with somatic yoga's emphasis on healing and grounding. We'll analyze how Catholicism and Tantra might be viewed as more embodied spiritual practices, compared to Protestantism and The 8 Limbs of yoga. Let's nerd out on the significance of engaging the five senses in the healing process, the need for safe spaces in somatic practices, and the future potential of somatic work in personal healing and coaching. Listen and learn:

More than 2 million Americans are living with limb loss. A federal report says that number is expected to almost double by 2050. Recent reporting by KFF Health News found that many who have lost limbs are hitting roadblocks when they try to get insurance to cover the cost of prosthetic limbs. Ali Rogin speaks with KFF Health News contributing writer Michelle Andrews to learn more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

More than 2 million Americans are living with limb loss. A federal report says that number is expected to almost double by 2050. Recent reporting by KFF Health News found that many who have lost limbs are hitting roadblocks when they try to get insurance to cover the cost of prosthetic limbs. Ali Rogin speaks with KFF Health News contributing writer Michelle Andrews to learn more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Follow @fleet_dreams This mix was recorded live during an All Night Long session at Mansions in Queens, NY on November 15th, 2024. Consisting of primarily vinyl selections ranging from dub tinged electronica, sultry progressive, percussive tech house, funky pumpers, deep techno & psychedelic electro. The room was electric, sweat dripping from swaying bodies. Thrilled to share a 2 hour section from one of my favorite sets in recent memory. I'll be releasing a new record "Limbs of a Lion" on April 4th, 2025 & celebrating with a release party going b2b with the inimitable Kiernan Laveaux. “Limbs of a Lion” arrives in a dazzling array of shimmering psychedelia, the newest offering on fleet.dreams' own Vinezza records. Following “Echoes of Ego” his acclaimed inaugural 12”, “Limbs of a Lion” sees fleet.dreams' artistry and form blossoming into realms of kaleidoscopic cadence & textural buoyancy. The production flows through a classically dubwise live analog mixing setup, new spheres of delays & echoes evolving fleet.dreams' process to embody a unique & fully realized intersection of live instrumentation & dynamic synthesis. TRACKLIST: Playgroup - Make It Happen (Extended Dub) Terry Francis - Hello, Acid Dathera Juan Iborra - House Rallante (Hipp-E's Dub) Banda Sonora - Guitarra G (Warren Clarke Dub Mix) Hydrogen Rocker - Musica (Vocal Mix) Basco - The Beat Is Over (Sure Is Pure Mix) Jess Mindt - Urban Tap Alëem - Profit Leave Razoof - Girl Dem Look Good Plug - Indian Summer (ATT Remix) Gat Decor - Passion (Do You Want It Right Now Mix) DJ Dan - Put That Record Back On (H Foundation Mix) Superfunk - Untitled Funk 198 - Funk 242 Chris Isaak - Wicked Game (Hani Club Mix) Angel Alanis & Rees Urban - Long Island (Drunk Remix) Anoesis - Heavy Water Hawke - Party People (Robbie Hardkiss Mix) BOD - Disco Lounge (Look At Your Monkey Remix) DJ. D-Love - Beats And Lines… Serene - Cool Strut Nathan Coles - The Shack Turbulence - Come Home (Thinkhead's Mix) Cousin - ~T8_8T~ Jeremy Robin & DJ Franck'O - Long Deep Decay Wax - Untitled Hollis P Monroe - I'm Lonely (Addy's Dark & Lonely Mix)

This episode is the first of a series on the history of the Cinque Ports in which we bring you a mixture of fascinating history alongside a glimpse into contemporary life in these vibrant and ancient maritime towns. In the eleventh century during the reign of Edward the Confessor, five ports in the south-east of England joined together into a confederation for mutual protection and trade privileges. Hastings, New Romney, Hythe, Dover, and Sandwich were the original five ports; they were subsequently joined by Lydd, Faversham, Folkestone, Deal, Tenterden, Margate and Ramsgate which became known as ‘Limbs' of the Cinque Ports; and then Rye and Winchelsea, designated as ‘Ancient Towns'. Not only did they help each other but they also helped the Crown: in return for providing men for the King's ships they received significant municipal benefits. The nominal head of the Cinque Ports was given the title of ‘Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports' and became one of the most influential people in the Kingdom. Over time the position has retained is significance and honour and has often been held by members of the Royal Family and Prime Ministers.To find out more Dr Sam Willis explores the deep history of the Cinque Ports with archaeologist and historian Dr Andrew Richardson and also speaks with Sue Jones, former Mayor of Dover and twice Speaker of the Cinque Ports. We also bring you along for a very special day at the Royal Military School in Dover to witness the installation of the new Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports, Admiral Sir George Zambellas. In subsequent episodes we will explore some of the individual towns to get a sense of their intriguing past and dynamic present. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Breaking News breaks on this fine Monday and the big bike ride is fast approaching, and both Bush and Richie are looking to get sponsored... we will leave the tease as that...

You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel Help keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon! If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! sciguys.co.uk TikTok Twitter Instagram Facebook If you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/corrections Follow the Sci Guys @notcorry / @lukecutforth References & Further Reading https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK448188/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17684875/ https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/phantom-limb-sensation-pain-following-amputation/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10086832/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3468806/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10622756/

In this Science and U episode, David Gornoski and Dr Weiping Yu are joined by Professor Michael Levin for a conversation on bioelectricity, platonic space, stress sharing, regeneration of limbs, and more. Check out Michael Levin's website here. Follow David Gornoski on X here. Visit aneighborschoice.com for more

Jim, Joe and Andy Bell review the FA Cup quarter-final win at Fulham, preview the semi-final clash with Aston Villa and dish out some more 321 points. Questions episode later in the week after the Southampton game. Get more FYP episodes at patreon.com/fyppodcast Get FYP merchandise here: https://merch.fypfanzine.uk. Use code LAUNCH10 for 10% off. twitter: @fypfanzine  facebook: FYPFanzine instagram: @fypfanzine contact@fypfanzine.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that one in every 100 people in Gaza have a life-changing injury because of the conflict. It's currently impossible for most to leave the strip and get medical treatment but a team of Jordanian doctors has been able to enter Gaza and fit war victims with cutting-edge prosthetics which clip on quickly and easily. The BBC's Yolande Knell in Jerusalem has been hearing from innovators, doctors and those who are being helped about how the new technology works and how it could help in other parts of the world, either in conflict or in healthcare provision more generally.People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.Presenter: Myra Anubi Reporter: Yolande Knell Jerusalem producer: Anastassia Zlatopolskai London producer: Craig Langran Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Annie Gardiner(Image: A man in Gaza being assisted as he walks with a new prosthetic leg, BBC)

In this engaging conversation, Dan Johnson and Tony Peterson explore a variety of themes ranging from their bizarre dreams to pet peeves that annoy them. They delve into misconceptions in hunting, the importance of personal growth, and the impact of jealousy and comparison on one's happiness. The discussion also touches on the cultural differences observed in social settings and the often frustrating conversations about money. In this engaging conversation, Tony and Dan explore themes of generational wealth, cultural differences, and the value of humility in wealth. They discuss their musical tastes and how music connects to emotions, before pivoting to hunting stories and experiences. The conversation takes a humorous turn with hypothetical scenarios about life choices, including the implications of cutting off a hand for financial gain. Takeaways: Dreams can reveal our subconscious fears and desires. Pet peeves often reflect deeper personality traits. Misconceptions in hunting can lead to poor practices. Personal growth requires self-reflection and responsibility. Jealousy is a natural human impulse but can be detrimental. Comparison can rob us of our joy and satisfaction. Conversations about money can be tedious and unproductive. Cultural differences can shape our perceptions of others. Humor can be a coping mechanism for stress. Understanding our values can lead to personal fulfillment. Generational wealth can shape cultural perspectives and behaviors. Humility in wealth can make individuals more admirable. Music serves as an emotional outlet and a form of expression. Hunting stories often reveal unexpected humor and insights. Gun safety is a critical topic in hunting discussions. Hypothetical scenarios can lead to interesting life reflections. Cultural differences influence how wealth is perceived and discussed. The unpredictability of music can enhance its appeal. Humor can be found in serious topics like hunting and gun safety. Life choices can be influenced by financial considerations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this engaging conversation, Dan Johnson and Tony Peterson explore a variety of themes ranging from their bizarre dreams to pet peeves that annoy them. They delve into misconceptions in hunting, the importance of personal growth, and the impact of jealousy and comparison on one's happiness. The discussion also touches on the cultural differences observed in social settings and the often frustrating conversations about money. In this engaging conversation, Tony and Dan explore themes of generational wealth, cultural differences, and the value of humility in wealth. They discuss their musical tastes and how music connects to emotions, before pivoting to hunting stories and experiences. The conversation takes a humorous turn with hypothetical scenarios about life choices, including the implications of cutting off a hand for financial gain. Takeaways: Dreams can reveal our subconscious fears and desires. Pet peeves often reflect deeper personality traits. Misconceptions in hunting can lead to poor practices. Personal growth requires self-reflection and responsibility. Jealousy is a natural human impulse but can be detrimental. Comparison can rob us of our joy and satisfaction. Conversations about money can be tedious and unproductive. Cultural differences can shape our perceptions of others. Humor can be a coping mechanism for stress. Understanding our values can lead to personal fulfillment. Generational wealth can shape cultural perspectives and behaviors. Humility in wealth can make individuals more admirable. Music serves as an emotional outlet and a form of expression. Hunting stories often reveal unexpected humor and insights. Gun safety is a critical topic in hunting discussions. Hypothetical scenarios can lead to interesting life reflections. Cultural differences influence how wealth is perceived and discussed. The unpredictability of music can enhance its appeal. Humor can be found in serious topics like hunting and gun safety. Life choices can be influenced by financial considerations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rick Edwards is joined by Clinton Morrison and The Telegraph's Luke Edwards. They reflect on a dramatic weekend in the FA Cup, from the Championship's bottom club Plymouth Argyle knocking out Premier League leaders Liverpool, to Jamie Donley scoring a worldie for Leyton Orient against Manchester City. And catch Ange Postecoglou's comments after Tottenham lost to Aston Villa.05:45 Plymouth Argyle knock out Liverpool 10:25 Miron Muslić: ‘The world was watching' 20:35 Arne Slot: ‘These players should've been able to win' 23:30 Pilgrim Pete causes chaos 27:25 Leyton Orient wondergoal vs Man City 35:30 Goal of the round? 36:45 Ange Postecoglou after Tottenham defeat 45:10 Marcus Rashford returns 48:30 Refreshing lack of VAR?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Mon 10 Feb 1945 Doncaster v Crystal Palace in FA Cup, Tue 11 Feb 2000 Exeter vs Nottingham Forest in FA Cup on 5 Sports Extra, Tue 11 Feb 2000 Man City vs Real Madrid in UEFA Champions League, Wed 12 Feb 2000 Celtic vs Bayern Munich in UEFA Champions League.

Prepare to be amazed by the incredible journey of Travis Mills, a former U.S. Army staff sergeant who lost all four limbs in an IED explosion during his third deployment to Afghanistan. Despite facing unimaginable adversity, Travis refused to let his injuries define him, embarking on a remarkable path of recovery, resilience, and reinvention.   In this captivating episode, you'll witness Travis' transformation from a young, athletic soldier to a motivational speaker, author, and founder of a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting injured veterans and their families. Hear firsthand how he navigated the physical and emotional challenges of his recovery, rediscovered his purpose, and inspired countless others with his unwavering spirit.   Prepare to be moved, empowered, and reminded that no obstacle is too great to overcome when you possess the determination and courage of a true warrior. This is a story that will leave you in awe and remind you that the human spirit is truly unbreakable.   Timestamps: 00:49 Introduction to Travis Mills 01:25 Early Life and Military Career 05:10 Marriage, Kids & Deployments in Afghanistan 11:44 The Wild West of the Third Deployment 16:27 Bomb Explosion & Devastating Injuries 24:45 Arriving to the Hospital & The Reality of His Injuries 27:30 Becoming a Quadriplegic & a Way to Recovery 31:01 Overcoming Obstacles & the Importance of Perspective. 33:55 Adaptive Sports and Family Bonding 36:45 Founding the Travis Mills Foundation 39:45 Pushing limits, starting new businesses, and finding purpose 42:05 Finding the Right Perspective 43:35 Final Thoughts   Connect to Travis: