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In this masterclass episode, Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS delivers an in-depth exploration of web sales optimization (CRO - conversation rate optimization) through strategic search engine marketing (SEM). The episode focuses on the critical relationship between website speed and conversion rates, revealing how technical optimization directly impacts sales performance. Favour emphasizes that web sales are fundamentally a result of web speed, explaining that websites loading slower than 3 seconds can decrease conversion rates by at least 7%, with compounding effects reaching 20% for sites taking 10 seconds to load.The discussion covers comprehensive website optimization strategies, including image optimization (recommending WebP format over JPEG/PNG), structured data implementation with schema markup, and the importance of optimizing every website element from headers and footers to file names and internal linking structures. Favour introduces the concept of treating URLs like seeds that need time to grow, recommending a 2-3 month planning horizon for content strategy.The masterclass also explores collection pages, category optimization, and the strategic use of content hubs to create pathways for user navigation. Favour shares practical tools and resources for keyword research and competitive analysis, while emphasizing the importance of submitting websites to Google Search Console and Bing Webmaster Tools for maximum visibility. The episode concludes with actionable advice on implementing these strategies either independently or through professional SEO consultation.Book SEO Services | Quick Links for Social Business>> Book SEO Services with Favour Obasi-ike>> Visit Work and PLAY Entertainment website to learn about our digital marketing services>> Join our exclusive SEO Marketing community>> Read SEO Articles>> Subscribe to the We Don't PLAY Podcast>> Purchase Flaev Beatz Beats Online>> Favour Obasi-ike Quick Links
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2026-02-13 | UPDATES #130 | This is just a delicious story. Starlink Honeypot: Russia Paid Ukraine to Doxx 2,420 Terminals. Ukrainians have mounted an extraordinary strong operation. The honeypot: how Russia “unblocked” Starlink… and gave away 2,420 locations. If you want a snapshot of this war in 2026 — here it is: Russia got cut off from Starlink and then tried to cheat the system by paying for a workaround. But there are no shortcuts and that opportunity to unbrick their Starlink terminals turned out to be a Ukrainian trap.----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------A REQUEST FOR HELP!I'm heading back to Kyiv this week, to film, do research and conduct interviews. The logistics and need for equipment and clothing are a little higher than for my previous trips. It will be cold, and may be dark also. If you can, please assist to ensure I can make this trip a success. My commitment to the audience of the channel, will be to bring back compelling interviews conducted in Ukraine, and to use the experience to improve the quality of the channel, it's insights and impact. Let Ukraine and democracy prevail! https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrashttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformationNONE OF THIS CAN HAPPEN WITHOUT YOU!So what's next? We're going to Kyiv in January 2026 to film on the ground, and will record interviews with some huge guests. We'll be creating opportunities for new interviews, and to connect you with the reality of a European city under escalating winter attack, from an imperialist, genocidal power. PLEASE HELP ME ME TO GROW SILICON CURTAINWe are planning our events for 2026, and to do more and have a greater impact. After achieving more than 12 events in 2025, we will aim to double that! 24 events and interviews on the ground in Ukraine, to push back against weaponized information, toxic propaganda and corrosive disinformation. Please help us make it happen!----------SOURCES: Maryna Vorotyntseva LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/maryna-vorotyntseva-a863917a_the-ukrainian-team-informnapalm-created-a-activity-7427751482172751872-0vBG/RBC-Ukraine — Defence Ministry claims operation collected data on 2,420 terminals, $5,870 donated, terminals blocked; includes Fedorov quote (12 Feb 2026). Ukrainska Pravda (EN) — Summary of operation; notes 2,420 terminals, donations, and 31 Ukrainians identified (12 Feb 2026). Babel (EN) — Reports based on 256th Cyber Assault Division statement; includes SBU context and collaborator identification (12 Feb 2026). UNN (EN) — Repeats Stratcom framing and operation summary (12 Feb 2026). Business Insider — Detailed write-up of the Telegram honeypot mechanics; notes it couldn't independently verify screenshots; includes “Operation Self-Liquidation” and the “155s” quote (13 Feb 2026). Interfax-Ukraine (EN) — Fedorov at Ramstein: “beginning of our asymmetric actions” (12 Feb 2026).Reuters — Background on Starlink deactivation/whitelist and Russian “Two Majors” reaction (5 Feb 2026). Ministry of Defence of Ukraine (official site) — Whitelist process, daily updates, and confirmation Russian terminals blocked (5 Feb 2026). Business Insider — Background on Russia coercing/tempting Ukrainians to register terminals; POW family pressure (11 Feb 2026). ----------
Back9 Golf is rewriting the rules of franchising — and in just three years, they've scaled to 443 locations across the U.S. and abroad. In this episode, Dustin Hansen, CEO of Back9, breaks down the franchise model, the culture, and the strategy behind one of the fastest‑growing concepts in America. Inside this conversation: • How Back9 evaluates franchisees and maintains culture at scale • Why indoor golf is exploding across all demographics • The economics, build‑out model, and membership strategy fueling rapid growth A must‑listen for founders, operators, and anyone curious about how a franchise becomes a movement.
Time now for our daily Tech and Business Report. Today, we're joined by Bloomberg's Lily Meier. Discount retailer Dollar Tree is going after a new type of shopper opening more locations in higher-end locations.
Summary of How to scale a world class culture in your franchise: Want to know how to franchise a business and maintain world-class culture across thousands of locations? Discover the exact franchise growth strategies that took Anytime Fitness from a single 24-hour gym concept to the #1 fitness franchise in the world—with over 4,000 employees sporting brand tattoos (and they're not even corporate employees). In this episode of the Customer Service Revolution podcast, John DiJulius interviews Dave Mortensen, co-founder of Purpose Brands—the largest portfolio of fitness, nutrition, and wellness franchise brands generating $3.7 billion in combined revenue across 7,000 locations in 50 countries. If you're a franchisor struggling with culture consistency, a business owner wondering if franchising is right for you, or a multi-unit franchise operator looking to scale, this conversation reveals the counterintuitive secrets behind building a franchise system so powerful that franchisees' employees willingly get brand tattoos. What You'll Learn: The "Fanchise" model: How to turn franchisees into fans who are emotionally invested in your brand's mission (not just the ROI)—the framework from Dave's new bestselling book Fanchise Your Franchise The 5-location rule: Why you should NEVER start franchising until you've proven the concept across multiple company-owned locations (Dave and Chuck owned/flipped 5 gyms before franchising) The franchise validation process: How rigorous franchisee selection prevents 99% of future culture problems—"We want franchisees who want to change lives, not just make money" Scalable culture systems: The exact playbooks, standards, and training that allow 7,000 locations to deliver consistent experiences without Dave being present The PLEASE standards: How borrowing customer experience frameworks from consultants like John DiJulius transformed their service culture into an actionable system The tattoo test: When 4,000+ people tattoo your brand on their bodies by choice, you've transcended transactional franchising—here's how to create that level of loyalty Dave Mortensen's Franchise Journey: Phase 1: The Consultant Era (Early Career) Started in fitness at 21, dropped out of college, worked his way up Met business partner Chuck Runyon on similar trajectory Started consulting firm helping gym owners with operations, sales, and member experience Traveled across US, Canada, Australia, Mexico working with big box and boutique gyms Key insight: "People were passionate about fitness but didn't know how to run the business—Chuck and I could drive results AND write it down" Phase 2: The Operator Era (1995-2002) Bought first gym in 1995—the same gym where Dave worked front desk for $4/hour Grew it from 400 to 4,000 members, then sold it Started buying, remodeling, and flipping gyms successfully Owned 5 locations simultaneously at peak Key insight: "We said we need to start SHOWING people we know how to do it, not just telling them" Phase 3: The Franchise Era (2002-Present) Opened first Anytime Fitness in 2002 with revolutionary 24/7 model Kept consulting firm and big box gym for 3 years, then sold everything to focus on Anytime Sold franchise #1 to a member who believed in the concept Today: Co-founder of Purpose Brands with 9 franchise brands across 50 countries Key insight: "We didn't just franchise a business model—we franchised a mission to change lives" The Purpose Brands Portfolio: 9 Franchise Brands Under One Umbrella: Anytime Fitness (World's #1 fitness franchise) Orangetheory Fitness The Bar Method Waxing the City Base Camp Fitness SUMHIIT Fitness Stronger U Nutrition Healthy Contributions Provision Security Total System Stats: $3.7 billion combined revenue 7,000+ locations 50 countries 6 million members served 4,000+ brand tattoos (just Anytime Fitness) The Franchise Culture Paradox Explained: The Problem Most Franchisors Face: "I opened my salon 33 years ago and we were great at customer service because 50% of our staff was me and my wife. Then we grew to multiple locations and the experience tanked because we weren't everywhere." - John DiJulius How Purpose Brands Solved It: Dave reveals the systems that allow franchisees' employees (not even corporate employees) to line up around the building to get brand tattoos at annual conferences—in the US, New Zealand, Australia, and beyond. Critical Franchising Insights: "You don't franchise a business—you franchise a mission" The difference between transactional franchising (buy a territory, make money) and transformational franchising (join a movement, change lives) "Find the 36-inch travel between talent and passion" Dave's framework for helping franchisees discover if they're in the right business—it's never 100% talent or 100% passion, but finding the balance point "We want franchisees who want to change lives, not just make money" The franchisee selection criteria that predicts long-term success better than net worth "Relationships create who we are—you are one of 50-100 that shaped our business" Why Dave credits consultants, mentors, and partners for Purpose Brands' success (including John DiJulius for helping create the PLEASE service standards) "Create availability for people to find you—it makes it easier to make an impact" Leadership philosophy on accessibility that translates to franchise support systems When to Franchise Your Business (Dave's Criteria): ✓ Proven unit economics across multiple locations (not just one lucky store) ✓ Replicable systems that someone else can execute without you ✓ Mission-driven model that attracts passionate operators, not just investors ✓ Scalable training that maintains culture as you grow ✓ Clear standards documented in playbooks (the "write it down" principle) Franchise Growth Strategies That Work: 1. The Consulting-to-Ownership Bridge Dave and Chuck consulted for years before owning, which taught them what works across different markets and models 2. The Flip-and-Learn Model Buying, improving, and selling gyms taught them rapid value creation and what levers drive results 3. The Mission-First Sale First franchise sold to a member who believed in the concept—not a business investor looking for ROI 4. The Playbook Obsession "Write it down"—documenting every procedure so franchisees can execute at scale 5. The Partner Selection Dave: passionate about fitness + talent in business Chuck: passionate about business + talent in operations Perfect complement creates unstoppable partnership For Corporate/Non-Franchise Businesses: Question to Dave: "Does someone have to be in the franchise world to engage you? Could KeyBank or another corporate entity learn from you?" Dave's Answer: "Absolutely. Anyone that wants to develop a culture that is scalable—that they can scale within their system—is something we can be a part of." Translation: The principles that allow 7,000 franchise locations to maintain culture work just as well for corporate multi-location businesses, distributed teams, or any organization struggling with consistency at scale. New Book: Fanchise Your Franchise Third book from Dave Mortensen and Chuck Runyon Core Concept: Transform franchisees from transactional business owners into passionate fans who champion your mission Who Should Read It: Franchisors with 10-100 locations struggling to maintain culture Business owners considering franchising but unsure if they're ready Multi-unit operators wanting to improve franchisee engagement Corporate leaders looking to scale culture across distributed locations Anyone building a business that needs to maintain standards without being everywhere Where to Get It: 4PGuys.com (the "4P Guys"—Dave and Chuck's consulting/speaking platform) Perfect For: Franchisors wanting to scale culture beyond 100 locations Business owners evaluating if franchising is the right growth strategy Multi-unit franchise operators looking to improve unit consistency Fitness/wellness entrepreneurs specifically in gym, boutique fitness, nutrition spaces Corporate leaders of multi-location businesses struggling with "employee roulette" CEOs who want to understand why some franchise systems thrive while others implode Key Quotes from Dave Mortensen: Franchising vs Corporate Growth: "We didn't just franchise a business model—we franchised a mission to change lives. That's why their employees get tattoos, not ours." Franchisee Selection: "We want franchisees who want to change lives, not just make money. If you're only in it for ROI, you won't survive the hard times." Talent vs Passion: "You'll never be 100% talented at what you're most passionate about, and vice versa. But when you find the 36-inch travel between the two, you just found your career." Scalable Leadership: "Chuck and I were absolutely different. Chuck was passionate about the business. I was passionate about fitness. That's what made us unstoppable together." Helping Others: "If I can help people find what I've been lucky to have—an incredible business partner, a thriving business, a great family—that's my passion now." Resources Mentioned: Book: Fanchise Your Franchise by Dave Mortensen & Chuck Runyon Website: 4PGuys.com (consulting, speaking, franchise advisory) Purpose Brands Portfolio: 9 franchise brands across fitness, nutrition, wellness, security Previous Books: (Two prior books from Dave & Chuck on franchising/business building) Tactical Takeaways: For Businesses Considering Franchising: Don't franchise until you've proven the model across 3-5 locations minimum Document every system in written playbooks before selling franchise #1 Select franchisees based on mission alignment, not just capital For Existing Franchisors: Audit: Are you franchising a mission or just a business model? Ask: Would franchisees' employees tattoo your brand? If not, why not? Implement: Customer service standards as action words (like Purpose Brands' PLEASE framework) For Corporate Multi-Location Leaders: Steal the franchise playbook approach even if you're not franchising Create "write it down" culture so anyone can execute without you present Hire the Dave/Chuck complement—balance technical passion with business acumen Why This Matters: Most franchisors struggle to maintain culture past 50 locations. Purpose Brands maintains it across 7,000 locations in 50 countries—and has franchisees' employees tattooing the brand voluntarily. The difference? They don't franchise businesses. They franchise missions. They don't sell territories. They recruit believers. They don't manage franchisees. They empower fans. This interview reveals the exact systems, mindsets, and frameworks that create "Fanchises" instead of franchises. Ready to franchise your business the right way—or scale your existing franchise culture? This episode is your playbook. Links: Fanchise Your Franchise, The Book: fanchiseyourfranchise.com Contact Dave at 4PGuys.com Purpose Brands: https://www.purposebrands.com/ The DiJulius Group Methdology: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/x-commandment-methodology/ Company Service Aptitude Test: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/c-sat-forms/individual-c-sat/ Schedule a Complimentary Call with one of our advisors: tdg.click/claudia Ask John! Submit your questions for John, to be aired on future episode: tdg.click/ask Customer Experience Executive Academy: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/project/cx-executive-academy/ Experience Revolution Membership: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/membership/ Books: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/shop/ Contacts: Lindsey@thedijuliusgroup.com , Claudia@thedijuliusgroup.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Purpose Brands and Dave Mortensen 04:11 The Journey of Anytime Fitness 09:35 Building a Franchise System 14:14 Defining Culture and Values 18:46 Connecting Head and Heart in Leadership 21:26 The Entrepreneur vs. Franchisee Mindset 25:42 Benefits of the Franchise Model 26:03 Building a Consistent Franchise System 26:57 The Evolution of Franchise Partnerships 27:31 Defining a Franchise: Passion and Purpose 29:27 The Importance of Emotional Investment in Business 30:44 Identifying the Right People for Your Business 31:28 Key Traits for Successful Team Members 34:06 The Three Golden Rules of Partnership 37:44 Leading Through Crisis: Lessons Learned 46:14 Finding Passion vs. Skill in Business 50:23 Helping Others Create Their Franchise Success Subscribe We talk about topics like this each week; be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode.
Think ownership requires slow growth? Think again. Independent pharmacy owner Kyle Beyer joins us to discuss how he went from chain pharmacist to multi-location owner of North Shore Pharmacy in only five years. He talks about the opportunities and obstacles of ownership: from buying during COVID, building a compounding hub, scaling through partner networks, and navigating the changing landscape of PBMs. If you're wondering what it really takes to grow in today's industry, Kyle's is the success story you need to hear. 00:00 – Welcome & Guest Introduction 01:30 – The North Shore Expansion Story (3 Locations & Growing) 07:54 – Buying a Pharmacy Right Before COVID Hit 11:14 – Building a Compounding Hub & New Revenue Streams 13:19 – Partner Network Success & the Rise of the “Sticky Patient” 17:26 – Supplements, DME & Front-End Profit Strategies 23:29 – Scaling With Technology: Processes, Staff & Pioneer Features 33:15 – Medicare True-Ups & What Pharmacy Owners Should Watch Hosted By: Johnathon Duhon | VP of PMS Sales, RedSail Technologies Guest: Kyle Beyer | Owner, North Shore Pharmacy Looking for more information about independent pharmacy? Visit https://www.redsailtechnologies.com
It's Pebble Beach Week, but JWall and Uncle Gene are diving into the first results from robot testing on 2026 drivers. They've identified problem areas and cheat code locations on certain faces. This episode is heaven for a Numbers Nerd. Plus, notes from Pebble, including a new Scotty Cameron insert, a Rory iron change and notes on mini drivers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
'You can't get into the property investment market for less than $1m' is something you may hear regularly...but is it true? High-profile investor Nathan Birch says not only can you get into the market for $300,000 or less, but you can do it without negative gearing. Nathan Birch of the B Invested group joins Associate Editor - Wealth, James Kirby in this episode. In today's show, we cover: Buying cheap - how to get started in property Why entry-level property is the hot spot Property types that fit the bill Locations across Australia still offering good value See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Hour 2, the guys talk about various Super Bowl locations and debate about whether the big game should just be played in the same 2 or 3 places every year. Plus, the guys go over who won their prop bets last week, another FSR IR, and more!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Episode OverviewIn this Southwest Virginia Fishing Report from The Articulate Fly podcast, guide Matt Reilly discusses late January/early February winter conditions on the New River and tactical considerations for musky anglers navigating frozen water and seasonal transitions. Reilly details how 6 to 9 inches of snowfall combined with sub-freezing temperatures have kept the New River frozen for nearly two weeks, creating challenging access conditions while fish hold in predictable winter lies. The report covers ice safety protocols for anglers working from boats during breakup periods, identifies which river sections will thaw first based on gradient and sun exposure and explains how snowmelt from the western North Carolina headwaters will buffer water temperature rises even as air temperatures climb into the upper 40s and low 50s. Reilly also provides booking updates for the tail end of musky season extending into early March, pre-spawn smallmouth opportunities in March and April, the spring striper run and post-spawn musky fishing, emphasizing that winter downtime offers anglers ideal conditions for planning technical trips targeting these species throughout the New River system.Key TakeawaysHow to navigate ice safety when fishing from a boat during river breakup, including avoiding large ice sheets and maintaining situational awareness for floating ice hazards.Why lower New River sections near Claytor Lake thaw first due to wider channels, direct sun exposure and lower elevation compared to shaded upper watershed areas.When snowmelt from 6 to 9 inches of accumulated snow in the western North Carolina headwaters will create increased flows that buffer water temperature rises during early February warm-ups.How to identify productive open water during marginal freezing conditions by targeting faster gradient sections and areas with warm water influence.Why late winter offers optimal planning windows for booking pre-spawn smallmouth trips in March and April, spring striper runs and extended musky season dates into early March.Techniques & Gear CoveredThis report focuses on tactical decision-making for winter musky fishing and seasonal transitions rather than specific presentation techniques. Reilly discusses how fish remain in predictable winter holding locations during prolonged freezing periods, requiring anglers to understand hydrological patterns and ice coverage to access productive water safely. The conversation emphasizes reading watershed dynamics during thaw periods, identifying which river sections will open first based on gradient, sun exposure and proximity to warm water sources like dam releases. Anglers targeting the late musky season extending into early March will need to adapt to post-freeze conditions where snowmelt increases flows while moderating temperature rises, creating transitional windows that precede pre-spawn smallmouth opportunities in the same system.Locations & SpeciesThe report centers on the New River in Southwest Virginia, particularly sections from the western North Carolina headwaters near Mount Rogers through the lower New River approaching Claytor Lake. Primary target species include musky during the extended late winter season through early March and smallmouth bass during the pre-spawn period beginning in March and continuing through April. Reilly also mentions spring striper runs and post-spawn musky fishing as key seasonal opportunities. The late January/early February conditions feature frozen water throughout most of the
This episode of the FreightWaves Morning Minute highlights FedEx's plans for a massive infrastructure upgrade at its Memphis World Hub to support e-commerce growth. The proposed "Project Hercules" involves a new 1.6 million-square-foot automated sort center that will connect to existing facilities. In Washington, Republican lawmakers are urging the Surface Transportation Board to apply stricter scrutiny to pending rail mergers. They argue that regulators must reject any consolidation deals that fail to demonstrate clear, tangible benefits for shippers and the public. Finally, the podcast reports that a digital marketplace for truck parking has rapidly expanded to 4,000 locations nationwide. The company aims to more than double its network by the end of the year to help alleviate the critical shortage of safe parking for drivers. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to Paranormal Spectrum, where we illuminate the enigmatic corners of the supernatural world. I'm your host, Barnaby Jones, and today we have a very special guest joining us:A distinguished author, filmmaker, historian and paranormal researcher, Larry Eissler III has over 15 years of experience and 7 years in paranormal video production. His work spans documentaries, social media content and an episodic series, focusing on lesser-known haunted locations in the American Midwest. Larry's dedication to the paranormal community is evident through his Telly award-winning production, extensive publications and his role as and educator and historian.Larry's Link Treehttps://linktr.ee/LarryEisslerIIIClick that play button, and let's unravel the mysteries of the UNTOLD! Remember to like, share, and subscribe to our channel to stay updated on all the latest discoveries and adventures. See you there!Join Barnaby Jones on the Paranormal Spectrum every Thursday on the Untold Radio Network Live at 12pm Central – 10am Pacific and 1pm Eastern. Come and Join the live discussion next week. Please subscribe.We have twelve different Professional Podcasts on all the things you like. New favorite shows drop each day only on the UNTOLD RADIO NETWORK.To find out more about Barnaby Jones and his team, (Cryptids, Anomalies, and the Paranormal Society) visit their website www.WisconsinCAPS.comMake sure you share and Subscribe to the CAPS YouTube Channel as wellhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs7ifB9Ur7x2C3VqTzVmjNQ
As we plan for a year of Bond travel, I discuss the advantages of looking BEYOND a Bond location to delve into the treasures of the world...
Do you want to run the elusive Athlete/Adult fitness model?Mark Ehnis from Powerstrength Training Systems is operating the most successful gym in this model in America. 8 Locations in Western Michigan, Mark is re-writing what is possible for gyms and you can learn from him today!
Sit down with us as we discuss the new LS club Elation, Midnight has a new location, Erotica's new venue and more. Also we discuss the topic of loud talking in the playrooom as well as a few other things. We hope you enjoy!
This episode of the FreightWaves Morning Minute highlights FedEx's plans for a massive infrastructure upgrade at its Memphis World Hub to support e-commerce growth. The proposed "Project Hercules" involves a new 1.6 million-square-foot automated sort center that will connect to existing facilities. In Washington, Republican lawmakers are urging the Surface Transportation Board to apply stricter scrutiny to pending rail mergers. They argue that regulators must reject any consolidation deals that fail to demonstrate clear, tangible benefits for shippers and the public. Finally, the podcast reports that a digital marketplace for truck parking has rapidly expanded to 4,000 locations nationwide. The company aims to more than double its network by the end of the year to help alleviate the critical shortage of safe parking for drivers. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode OverviewMac Brown joins host Marvin Cash for this Casting Angles episode of The Articulate Fly, a fly fishing podcast focused on practical instruction and technique refinement. With winter weather keeping many anglers off the water across the mid-Atlantic and southern Appalachians, Mac and Marvin discuss how to use this downtime productively by organizing gear and preparing equipment for the upcoming season. The conversation covers essential off-season maintenance tasks including line cleaning, wader re-treating, fly box reorganization and boot cleat maintenance. Mac shares his custom tippet management system that prevents fumbling for tippet in freezing conditions and emphasizes the importance of getting fly weight systems dialed in before prime fishing returns. The discussion also touches on the transition from winter's deep freeze to early spring fishing opportunities, with Quill Gordon hatches beginning as early as mid-February on National Park streams and post-spawn streamer fishing on tailwaters like the South Holston and Watauga. This episode provides a comprehensive checklist for serious anglers to ensure their gear is ready when weather breaks and fishing conditions improve.Key TakeawaysHow to organize fly boxes by weight and technique during the off-season to streamline on-water efficiency when the season begins.Why washing and re-treating waders now prevents cutting into prime fishing time during peak spring hatches.How to create a reliable tippet management system using elastic and clear tubing so you never struggle to find the tippet end in cold conditions.When to expect the earliest hatches in the southern Appalachians, with Quill Gordons appearing in mid-February on National Park streams.Why the first warm day after extended cold spells consistently produces excellent fishing as water temperatures rise from the mid-30s.Techniques & Gear CoveredMac emphasizes moving away from traditional split shot systems because mashing lead onto tippet significantly weakens the tippet when wet, instead favoring organized weight systems built into flies. The discussion covers comprehensive line cleaning protocols for multiple setups, particularly for lake fishing applications where having several lines ready prevents last-minute scrambling. Mac details his custom tippet management method using elastic and clear tubing (similar to New Zealand strike indicator material) that keeps 2 inches of tippet exposed and prevents the frustrating search for the tippet end when fingers are numb. Boot maintenance receives attention with the recommendation to install fresh 5/8-inch sheet metal screws using an eighth-inch driver to maintain traction. The episode also addresses seasonal gear rotation, including moving chemical hand warmers, nitrile gloves and other cold weather gear in and out of fishing kits as conditions change.Locations & SpeciesThe episode references winter conditions across Charlotte, Swain County and western North Carolina, where snow and single-digit temperatures have kept guides off the water for nearly two weeks. Marvin mentions an upcoming post-spawn brown trout streamer trip on the South Holston and Watauga Rivers near Johnson City, taking advantage of warming trends with temperatures reaching 60 degrees. Mac discusses early-season opportunities on National Park streams in the Smokies, where Quill Gordon hatches begin in the second or third week of February—some of the earliest dry fly action in the country. The conversation also touches on Mac's
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We're going to the Slovenian coast this week during the final years Yugoslavia with Ana Schnabl. Dunja has finally launched her literary career, but the shadow and spectre of her brother's death haunts both her and her family. What happens when she returns to investigate her brother's death? And what happens when the truth becomes stranger than the fiction she writes? Ana Schnabl's novel is published by Divided Publishing. Ana is a Slovenian writer, and this is her second novel to be translated into English, by Rawley Grau. Her first novel to be translated into English was The Masterpiece, that time by David Limon. In Slovenia, she is a winner of Slovenia's prestigious literary prize, the Kresnik award. She's also a regular contributor to the journal The Guardian, writing on Balkan politics and culture. Get exclusive subscriber benefits from the Rippling Pages. https://patreon.com/RipplingPagesPod?utm_medi Check out the Rippling Pages Bookshop and buy all the books featured on the Rippling Pages: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/ripplingpagespod Interested in hosting your own podcast? Follow this link and find out how: https://www.podbean.com/ripplingpages Episode Chapters 1.30 - Ana's based in Slovenia 2.35 - Fake crime novels 3.50 - Djuna's relationship with her dead brother. 5.30 - Why has Djuna returned? 7.30 - Family dynamics. 9.00 - Rockstars and the Slovene transition 10.35 - Michael Jackson 13.30 - a fake crime novel 15.00 - Rippling Pages Bookshop 16.00 - Not liking modernist novels 19.45 - Writing cerebral characters 21.00 - Sentimental feelings about home 24.15 - Ice cream and the Adriatic coast 27.30 - Not believing in legacies. 30.30 sitting with unpleasant people. 31.50 - who helps Djuna. 33.45 - Smoking Reference Points Agatha Christie Marcel Proust Virginia Woolf
Today's Sports Daily covers a Drake Maye correction, is Sam Darnold still turnover prone, what former major NFL event is happening tonight, NFL International locations next year, and Giannis talk.Music written by Bill Conti & Allee Willis (Casablanca Records/Universal Music Group) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It's Tuesday, February 3rd, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson 1,400 Nigerian kidnap victims held in forests Truth Nigeria reports that “more than 1,400 kidnap victims are held in horrific conditions in the forests of Nigeria's Kaduna State in North-central Nigeria.” Locations are well known, yet the Nigerian government refuses to get involved. So far, there are no records of Nigerian military entering the massive network of these torture camps. Horrifically, stories abound of Christians being tortured by Muslim terrorists with whips for hours until they are dead. The extremists have also severed the heads and other body parts of Christians. Please pray for the physical safety of our Nigerian brothers and sisters in Christ. Epstein file release leads to resignation of British homosexual politician Over the weekend, disgraced British politician Peter Mandelson resigned his position in the Labour Party after more revelations came out of his involvement with Jeffrey Epstein and alleged violations of the Seventh Commandment with girls, reports the BBC. Mandelson was also a well-known homosexual, who faux married a man, violating God's laws relating to improper relations with men. He served as British Ambassador to the United States last year, a member of the House of Lords, Secretary of State, and Lord President of the Council under Prime Minister Gordon Brown. Job 4:8 reminds us that “those who plow iniquity and sow trouble reap the same.” Hillary Clinton aims at Doug Wilson, Allie Stuckey, & Mike Johnson Former First Lady and presidential candidate Hillary Clinton went after Reformed Pastor Douglas Wilson in a January 29th op-ed column in The Atlantic. She accused the pastor of opposing suffrage for women, advocating theocracy, and associating with War Secretary Pete Hegseth. She lumped Allie Beth Stuckey, House Speaker Mike Johnson, and Doug Wilson's Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches into the same basket of what she called “Christian nationalists.” She lamented the sharp decline in participation and membership in mainstream liberal churches. She called for “empathy” in government, referring to Jesus's comments to turn the other cheek, but had nothing to say about Romans 13. She said she opposes tyranny and embraces homosexual and transgender rights. And she decried Trump's immorality, but had nothing to say about Bill Clinton and Jeffrey Epstein in the opinion piece. Trump announces trade deal with India On Monday, President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with India, reports The Epoch Times. The United States would reduce import tariffs from 50% to 18% — a 25% relief if India agrees to stop imports of Russian oil. The Afghanistan Taliban government reintroduced slavery On January 27th, U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chair Jim Risch announced that the Afghanistan Taliban government has re-incorporated slavery in the country. The new Afghan criminal procedure code issued in January also provides the Taliban government with “broad and dangerous authority to kill opponents, critics, and human rights activists under this designation, without guaranteeing the right to defense and fair trial,” according to Rawadari.org. Quite the opposite of the Islamic vision for the world, Jesus has come “To proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed; to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord.” (Luke 4:18,19) “Jelly Roll” glorified Jesus Christ at the Grammys This year's Grammy Awards ceremony, which recognizes achievement in the music industry, came and went again, with its typical outrageous, scandalous presentations, leftist political bias, and demoralizing and anti-social content. But one country music personality by the name of Jason DeFord, known as Jelly Roll, stood out from the crowd for a minute or two, when he addressed the audience. Listen. DEFORD: “I know they're gonna try to kick me off here, so just let me try to get this out. There was a time in my life, y'all that I was, I was broken. That's why I wrote this album. I didn't think I had a chance, y'all. There was days that I thought the darkest things. I was a horrible human. “There was a moment in my life that all I had was a Bible this big, and a radio the same size, and a six by eight-foot cell. And I believe that those two things could change my life. I believe that music had the power to change my life, and God had the power to change my life. “And I want to tell y'all right now: Jesus is for everybody. Jesus is not owned by one political party. Jesus is not owned by no music label. Jesus is Jesus, and anybody can have a relationship with Him. I love you, Lord.” Every now and then, the truth slips out. Jelly Roll won a Grammy for the Best Contemporary Country Album entitled “Beautifully Broken,” reports Forbes. 13-year-old boy swam 4 hours off Australian coast to save family And finally, a 13-year-old boy saved his mother and two siblings who had drifted off the coast of Australia last Friday by swimming four kilometers, reports the BBC. The 13-year-old swam the first two hours with his life jacket on. That was slowing him down, so he ditched it, and swam the last two hours without it. The family had been paddle-boarding and kayaking off the coast of Western Australia, when strong winds pushed them out to sea. The boy made it to shore by 6:00 pm. Two and a half hours later, a rescue helicopter spotted the mom with her 12-year-old son and 8-year-old daughter at 8:30 pm. The Marine Rescue Group commended the young man for his “bravery, strength and courage.” Paul Bresland, commander of the group, called the feat “superhuman.” And an inspector, James Bradley, said, "The actions of the 13-year-old boy cannot be praised highly enough. His determination and courage ultimately saved the lives of his mother and siblings." 2 Chronicles 15:7 says, “But you, take courage! Do not let your hands be weak, for your work shall be rewarded.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, February 3rd, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
Episode 293 for the week of February 2, 2026 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Last Week in Disney- Disney Q1 2026 Earnings are out and the parks continue to perform strongly- Reports that the new Disney CEO is likely to be named in the coming week with all indications pointing to Josh (source: Wall St Journal)- New wastewater documents points to where the buildings in Piston Peak and Villains Land will be locations (source: Behind the Thrills)- New survey asks about a discount to annual passes and reduced price if prebuy Lightning Lane Multipass (source: WDW Magic)Starts @2:37 ...Construction Update- Ferry boat queue expansion, trees in Animation Courtyard, and Dinosaur is closedStarts @54:06 ...DBC Recommends: Horizons Video- Amazing video from Disney Dave and RobFuz YouTube video: Horizons — FULL RIDE in 4K (All 3 Endings) | Classic EPCOT Walt Disney World- Discusses the background of the ride and why it was so critical to the original mission of EPCOT- Link: YouTube Starts @1:01:18 ...DBC Engagement: Adult Character Dining Ideas- We ask the community what character dining or show element dining aimed at adults would you like to see at Disney?Starts @1:04:53 ...* Reminder to like, subscribe, rate, and review the DBC Pod wherever you get your podcast *Send us an e-mail! .... thedbcpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on social media:- LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/thedbcpod - Bluesky: @thedbcpod.bsky.social- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheDBCPod/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDBCPod- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDBCPod- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedbcpod- Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/cJ8Vxf4BmQNote: This podcast is not affiliated with any message boards, blogs, news sites, or other podcasts
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John Cash and Wesley Pipes discuss Dating, Dating Apps, Locations and much more in this hilarious episode of The John Cash Show Podcast #Hinge #tinder #christianmingle #pof #grindr #jackd
My guest this month is Coach Ross Garner. Coach Garner is the strength and conditioning coach at Effingham County High School in southeast Georgia. Coach breaks down how he views work capacity and why it's important for athletes. He then gives examples of how to train it, both in the weight room and outside of it. We discuss complexes, marches, circuit training and more. Coach Garner then breaks down how he views the deadlift in regard to speed training, why they snatch but not clean at ECHS and more. There's tons of great, practical advice throughout the entire episode. Enjoy! Coach Garner's Linktree where you can find his socials, articles, products, and more: https://linktr.ee/coachrgarnerOur two partner sponsors for this episode are Critical Reload and OVR Performance. Check them out below. https://criticalreload.com/https://ovrperformance.com/Iron Giants Strength Summit Dates and Locations: https://www.glazierclinics.com/strength-summitNHSSCA State Clinic Info: https://nhssca.us/events/list/?tribe-bar-search=state
Guest: Veronique de Rugy. De Rugy of the Mercatus Center examines the failure of Georgia's film tax credits, noting that productions eventually moved to cheaper locations despite billions in subsidies. She compares this to federal industrial policies like tariffs and Intel subsidies, arguing that government attempts to "pick winners" rarely produce sustainable economic results.1951 JACK DEMPSEY AND MAMIE VAN DOREN
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Eddie Taaffe, CEO of Wexford County Council, and Simon Walton, Director of Roads and Services with Laois County Council, outline the latest as heavy rainfall hits their regions.
Vinnie Politan analyzes where the Keith Caneiro, his wife and their two kids were found and what the locations could reveal about the killings.#CourtTV - What do YOU think?Binge all episodes of #VinniePolitanInvestigates here: https://www.courttv.com/trials/vinnie-politan-investigates/Watch the full video episode here: https://youtu.be/sBWtwd8Yu14Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/Join the Court TV Community to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo5E9pEhK_9kWG7-5HHcyRg/joinFOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/courttvTwitter/X https://twitter.com/CourtTVInstagram https://www.instagram.com/courttvnetwork/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@courttvliveYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/COURTTVWATCH +140 FREE TRIALS IN THE COURT TV ARCHIVE https://www.courttv.com/trials/HOW TO FIND COURT TV https://www.courttv.com/where-to-watch/This episode of Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast was hosted by Vinnie Politan, produced by Kerry O'Connor and Robynn Love, and edited by Autumn Sewell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#762 If hiring feels like a never-ending headache, this episode could change everything! Today, Brien Gearin sits down with Brandon Vaughn, founder of Wise Coatings and HireBus, to uncover how he scaled a garage floor coating company from zero to 39 locations in just four years — and why the pain of hiring led him to create one of the most innovative recruiting platforms in the home services industry. Brandon shares how HireBus uses AI agents to write job ads, assess candidates, and automatically schedule top-tier interviews, saving business owners 25+ hours per hire. They break down how great hiring is really a marketing problem, why most job postings fail to attract quality people, and how shifting your focus from “how” to “who” can unlock massive growth. If you want to build a dream team, reduce turnover, and free yourself from the hiring hamster wheel, this episode is a must-listen! (Original Air Date - 6/2/25) What we discuss with Brandon: + Scaling Wise Coatings to 39 locations + Why hiring is a marketing problem + Using AI agents to screen candidates + Writing job ads that attract talent + Always-on recruiting strategy + Behavioral assessments for better hires + Building a waitlist of technicians + Automating the hiring funnel + Importance of speed to lead + Creating a strong employer brand Thank you, Brandon! Check out HireBus at HireBus.com. Watch the video podcast of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode OverviewMike Schultz joins The Butcher Shop to deliver a comprehensive deep dive into the Swingin' D, one of predator fly fishing's most effective swim patterns for targeting smallmouth bass in Michigan rivers. This detailed conversation traces the pattern's evolution from its early 2000s origins through modern 2.0 variations, exploring the critical role of Larry Dahlberg's diver head design in creating the fly's signature side-to-side action. Mike shares the problem he was solving—creating a fly that would hang and move horizontally rather than just vertically like traditional leech and crayfish patterns. He walks through material selection spanning over 15 years of refinement, from the original beads-and-wire construction to today's shank-based articulated designs. The discussion covers tactical presentation details including optimal water temperatures (45-50°F+), rod and intermediate line selection, retrieve cadences and the importance of fishing at proper angles to achieve maximum action. Mike also provides updates on Schultz Outfitters' new e-commerce platform and upcoming events including the fourth annual Bobbin the Hood.Key TakeawaysHow to achieve unpredictable horizontal swim action by properly selecting and seating Rainy's diver heads, which create side-to-side darting movement that mimics wounded baitfish when fished at 45-degree angles on intermediate lines.Why the Swingin' D fills a critical gap in predator fly boxes by suspending in the strike zone and allowing precise depth control through strategic weighting with lead wraps or tungsten scud bodies balanced against the buoyant foam head.When to fish the Swingin' D most effectively—peak performance occurs in 45-50°F+ water during late March through May when smallmouth are aggressive and feeding in shallow 2-4 foot zones.How to construct durable 2.0 versions using The Chocklett Factory shanks, Senyo micro shank connections, Ahrex XO 774 rear hooks and Gamakatsu 2/0 worm hooks up front to prevent hook failures and maximize hookups.Why proper head selection and orientation matters—wider heads with substantial collars produce aggressive side-to-side action for cold water while narrower heads swim tighter for warmer conditions.Techniques & Gear CoveredMike emphasizes the Swingin' D's effectiveness stems from proper presentation on intermediate lines using 7-8 weight rods like the G. Loomis IMX Pro V2 or his signature NRX+ Swim Fly. The fly excels when fished at 45-degree angles from a moving boat, using erratic strip-and-pause retrieves that allow the Dahlberg diver head to create horizontal darting action. Keeling techniques using .020-.030 lead wire or Hareline tungsten scud bodies balance the buoyant foam head to achieve desired depth penetration. Mike details construction using articulated shanks (The Chocklett Factory, Senyo micro shanks), Ahrex XO 774 universal curve rear hooks and Gamakatsu 2/0 worm hooks up front, incorporating materials like Senyo's Predator Wrap, Whiting hen saddles, mallard flank and Blane Chocklett's rattle boxes. Leaders run 4-7 feet terminating in 15-16lb fluorocarbon tied with loop knots to the fly with no swivels. The pattern's versatility allows customization through flash colors, head widths and weight placement to match conditions ranging from high spring flows to lower summer levels.Locations &...
Welcome to Paranormal Spectrum, where we illuminate the enigmatic corners of the supernatural world. I'm your host, Barnaby Jones, and today we have a very special guest joining us:Paula Dytko is a historian, educator, and owner of P3- Paula's Paranormal Project — blending her passion for history with the mysteries of the unexplained. A Miami University history major, paranormal travel agent, and event planner, she leads ghost hunts, historical tours, and immersive experiences across the country. Paula combines storytelling, research, and science-based investigation to bring haunted history to life and connect audiences with the past in unforgettable ways.Paula's Paranormal Project P3 Websitehttps://www.p3paranormal.com/P3 Facebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/PaulasParaProject/New Orleans Paraconhttps://www.neworleansparacon.com/Click that play button, and let's unravel the mysteries of the UNTOLD! Remember to like, share, and subscribe to our channel to stay updated on all the latest discoveries and adventures. See you there!Join Barnaby Jones on the Paranormal Spectrum every Thursday on the Untold Radio Network Live at 12pm Central – 10am Pacific and 1pm Eastern. Come and Join the live discussion next week. Please subscribe.We have twelve different Professional Podcasts on all the things you like. New favorite shows drop each day only on the UNTOLD RADIO NETWORK.To find out more about Barnaby Jones and his team, (Cryptids, Anomalies, and the Paranormal Society) visit their website www.WisconsinCAPS.comMake sure you share and Subscribe to the CAPS YouTube Channel as wellhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs7ifB9Ur7x2C3VqTzVmjNQ
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Join us for the FREE Dear FoundHer… Forum Open House + Networking (virtual) Event on January 28th. RSVP HERE we won't host another Open House until later this spring.This female founded business began as a side hustle in an apartment and grew into a 45-location, company-owned beauty brand by staying grounded in reality.Courtney Claghorn, president and founder of Sugared + Bronzed, a natural sugaring and spray tan company shares how the company took shape while she still worked full-time, learned the service herself, and paid attention to what customers were actually willing to buy. Early decisions focused on cash flow, reinvestment, and keeping costs manageable. Profitability set the pace from the start and made it possible to scale without franchising or giving up ownership.The conversation traces what changes when a side hustle demands more than spare time, how standards hold up as scale increases, and why systems replaced intuition as the business grew. Courtney also talks through choosing when to raise capital, adjusting during COVID, and building something that could keep growing without depending on her presence in every room.Episode Breakdown:00:00 From Side Hustle To Growth At Scale: The Sugared + Bronzed Story 03:10 Identifying A Market Gap In The Spray Tan Industry 06:00 Early Customer Acquisition Without Social Media 07:00 Leaving A Corporate Job When Demand Takes Over 08:10 Bootstrapping The First Store And Prioritizing Profitability 14:50 Scaling Without Franchising Or Losing Control 16:10 Raising Capital After Proving The Business Model 17:30 Surviving COVID Through Creative Pivots 23:00 Maintaining Quality And Culture At Scale 34:00 Founder Advice On Moving Fast And Avoiding Overplanning Connect with Courtney Claghorn:Follow Courtney on InstagramVisit the Sugared + Bronzed WebsiteFollow Sugared + Bronzed on InstagramSubscribe to The FoundHer Files Follow Dear FoundHer... on InstagramPodcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Most franchise owners don't fail because of the business model—they fail because they optimize for the wrong thing. In today's episode, Hunter Mitchem breaks down the profit-first mindset that traps thousands of single-unit franchisees…and how multi-unit owners think completely differently. You'll learn: – Why your first location's "perfect margins" might be costing you long-term freedom – The mindset shift Hunter made to scale aggressively – How he opened 16 locations in 24 months – Why building a team early beats running lean – How real estate, franchising, and home services all compound – The real difference between owners who stay stuck…and owners who scale Whether you're a new franchisee or already dreaming about multi-unit ownership, this episode gives you the clarity, frameworks, and mental models to finally break through. Timestamps: 0:29:54 — The Profit-First Trap That Almost Held Us Back 0:30:45 — The Fundamental Reset Every Multi-Unit Owner Must Make 0:31:15 — Why We Stopped Optimizing for Day-One Profit 0:32:15 — When Opening More Units Makes You Worse…Before It Makes You Better 0:31:44 — How We Built a Team That Could Open Studios Without Us 0:14:18 — The ADHD + Anxiety Advantage in Entrepreneurship 0:09:12 — The Banking Strategy Behind Opening 16 Locations in 24 Months 0:07:14 — How Real Estate Became the Fuel for Every New Franchise We Opened 0:22:58 — Why We Built a Multi-Brand Wellness Platform Instead of Staying Small 0:18:21 — The Moment I Realized I Couldn't Scale Until I Learned to Delegate Connect with Erik Van Horn:
Send us a textAbout Dr. Monica MillerDr. Monica Miller is a Boston based optometrist and the founder of City Eye Optometry, a 4-location practice inside Lenscrafters. Her practices are built with a young vibe and focus on building systems and teams that allow her to buy back her time and work on the business as opposed to for the business. She paid off $300,000 in student loan debt within 4 years of graduation and now enjoys speaking to students about how, with a little hard work, risk and open mindedness, they can do the same.
01-27-26 - Homeland Security And ICE Raided All 15 Zipps Locations In The Valley And We Want To Be At The Next Local Raid If We Can As We Guess What The Raid Is AboutSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This was originally released as Episode 501 on 8/18/24.For nearly six years, something has been active on Ginger's land in Overton County, Tennessee. What began as strange noises and moved trees grew into repeated encounters that never truly stopped.In this episode, Ginger shares a long-term account involving tracks near the creek, large handprints on vehicles, figures moving through the shadows, vocal mimicry, and activity on rooftops. She describes changes in behavior over time, interactions that suggest multiple individuals, and moments that made it clear she was not alone on her property.This is a deep, firsthand conversation about living alongside something intelligent, observant, and deeply tied to the land. Locations across Overton County come into focus as patterns emerge, offering listeners a rare look at ongoing Bigfoot activity rather than a single encounter.
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In this conversation, Rachelle Kuebler-Weber, Chief Marketing Officer at AEG Vision, and Allison Lancaster, Associate Vice President of Marketing at AEG Vision, break down how a 500+ location healthcare organization rebuilt marketing to directly support capacity, profitability, and patient access. They share how AEG Vision moved from fragmented brand marketing to a unified, operationally aligned growth engine. The stakes are clear. Without clean data, call visibility, and ops alignment, even strong media spend fails to deliver meaningful results. You will hear how AEG Vision laid the foundation that allows marketing to scale locally while driving enterprise value, even in a complex, multi brand environment. What you will walk away with: How to align marketing spend with utilization, margins, and available capacity Why call centers and operations are critical to patient acquisition success How better tracking changes budget decisions and executive trust A practical path from foundational data to advanced optimization If you want marketing to drive growth your organization can actually support, this is the episode to queue up next. RELATED RESOURCES Why Capacity-Driven Marketing Is Non-Negotiable - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/capacity-driven-marketing-media-investment-strategy/ Marketing + Operations: Why Total Alignment is Vital to Growth - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/healthcare-marketing-operations-alignment/ Privacy First: Marketing Technologies That Prioritize HIPAA Compliance - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/hipaa-compliant-martech/ Mastering Performance Max (PMAX) for Healthcare - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/performance-max-pmax-healthcare-guide/
Taken from Learning You FB:"Did you know that every dollar of our profit is being given away?Learning You was created to build awareness for those who may not yet see or understand the lives of autistic individuals, to foster connection for parents and caregivers who often feel alone, and to offer tangible moments where families of special needs can come together, feel welcomed, and experience the gift of “normal” time side-by-side."My guest today is Tyler Sansom, the filmmaker behind Learning You. We talk about how a deeply personal script became an authentic portrayal of autism on screen, why avoiding Hollywood stereotypes mattered, and the meaning behind the film's powerful “sandcastle moment.” Tyler also shares what it truly looks like to care for someone who is profoundly autistic, along with reflections on faith, empathy, and the mission-driven decision to donate 100% of the film's profits to support families through the ACT initiative—reminding us why learning one another matters more than making assumptions.Learning You Movie https://www.learningyoumovie.comLocations & Times https://www.learningyoumovie.com/theatershowingsmap.aspx?subheadertext=Locations+and+TimesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/learningyoumovieTyler Sansom FB: https://www.facebook.com/tyler.sansom.98First Capital Films: https://www.facebook.com/fcfilms00:00 Tyler Sansom & “Learning You” origin story (how it landed at the film company)01:35 Making autism authentic (avoiding “Hollywood savant” stereotypes; lived reality + caregivers)03:14 The “Sandcastle Moment” scene (storm, meltdown, and the parent realization)04:50 Film company background: pastor/filmmaker, 5 feature films, building momentum since 201605:53 100% profits donated + why (mission model; I CAN → orphans; Learning You → autism support)06:38 ACT initiative explained (Awareness–Connection–Touch; counseling/resources/respite; 15-city rollout)10:00 Casting & working with autistic actors (Caleb vs. Seth; accommodations; overstimulation + breaks)13:17 How to find ACT/Thrive + Feb 3 launch (website/FB group; resources for caregivers)14:26 Faith in film: subtle “wrestle,” not preachy (sparking conversation, not a sermon)16:00 Institutionalization & the hard realities of profound autism (care forever; society's blind spot)17:13 Where to watch: theaters → streaming timeline (window ends ~Feb 20; streaming late March)17:58 Biggest takeaway: “learn one another” (empathy over assumptions; why the title matters)19:33 Division, black-and-white thinking, and living in the “gray” (judgment vs understanding)21:36 Personal close: Pakistan trip + freeing families from slavery (what he's looking forward to)X: https://x.com/rps47586YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGxEzLKXkjppo3nqmpXpzuAemail: info.fromthespectrum@gmail.com
Union manhunter Richard Blazer led the "Legion of Honor" to hunt Confederate partisans like the ruthless Thurman brothers in West Virginia. Blazer utilized detective work to build a "mosaic" of enemy locations, conducting lightning raids in rugged terrain to protect vital Union supply lines.CHANCELLORSVILLE
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Welcome back to chaos! In Part 2 of Earth's Deadliest Locations You Should Never Visit, we're touring places so hostile they feel personally offended by human life. We also dipped into the pop culture pool for a second because, word is, Gremlins 3 is actually happening, which means nobody's safe after midnight again. And just when your brain thinks it's had enough, meet the woman who survived 23 years on nothing but potato chips. No vegetables. No balance. It's danger, nostalgia, and pure dietary anarchy in one episode. Press play if you like your facts dark, your movies feral, and your podcast silly!MY SOCIALShttps://linktr.ee/AmbersmilesjonesAmber “Smiles” JonesPO BOX 533Lovejoy, GA 30250Email me: itsprofessionallysilly@gmail.com LEAVE ME A MESSAGE 805-664-1828
Episode OverviewCasting instructor Mac Brown joins host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another Casting Angles conversation, this time focused on the upcoming Edison Fly Fishing Show and the casting education landscape. This episode offers serious fly anglers essential insights into proper casting fundamentals, debunking common myths about distance casting and the overemphasis on double hauling in favor of loop control and efficiency. Mac and Marvin discuss their collaborative teaching approach at major fly fishing shows including Marlborough and Edison, where Mac teaches alongside legends like Gary Borger and Glenda Powell. The conversation emphasizes foundational casting mechanics that can eliminate 85-90% of common casting problems, the critical importance of systems thinking in fly fishing and the distinction between efficient movement patterns versus exhausting casting movements. Whether you're preparing for saltwater fishing or simply want to cast more efficiently with less effort, this episode provides the framework for building a solid casting foundation that makes learning advanced techniques far easier.Key TakeawaysHow to eliminate up to 90% of your casting problems by mastering foundational mechanics rather than chasing advanced techniques like the double haulWhy loop control and loop efficiency are the true keys to distance casting, with proper technique often outperforming hauling attemptsWhen to prioritize learning line shooting and efficient loop formation over the overrated double haulHow to cast more efficiently by incorporating full arm movement instead of relying on wrist-only casting that leads to fatigue and other issuesWhy having a systematic process framework prevents anglers from collecting unrelated data points from videos and demos that create more problems than solutionsTechniques & Gear CoveredThis episode focuses entirely on casting fundamentals and educational methodology rather than specific gear. Mac and Marvin emphasize loop control, loop efficiency and proper line shooting as the foundation of effective casting. They discuss the importance of power, path and pause, full arm incorporation versus wrist casting and the efficiency of movement patterns. The conversation challenges the American obsession with double hauling, noting that proper roll casting technique can achieve greater distance than poor hauling attempts. For saltwater applications where most fish are caught at 55 feet and closer, mastering these fundamentals proves far more valuable than advanced techniques built on a weak foundation.Locations & SpeciesWhile this episode doesn't focus on specific fisheries or waters, Mac references saltwater fishing applications where understanding realistic casting distances matters most. The discussion acknowledges that the majority of saltwater fish are caught at 55 feet and closer, making efficient short to medium-range casting far more practical than extreme distance work. The conversation takes place in the context of major East Coast fly fishing shows (Marlborough, Massachusetts and Edison, New Jersey) where anglers from across the region gather to improve their skills. Mac's upcoming teaching schedule spans coast to coast, including stops at Bellevue and Lancaster, reflecting the national scope of casting education needs.FAQ / Key Questions AnsweredWhat's more important for distance casting than the double...
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Episode OverviewIn this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash sits down with Tim Flagler to explore his lesser-known culinary journey and preview his extensive 2026 hosted travel schedule. While most fly fishers recognize Tim from his renowned tying videos and work at Tightline Productions, this conversation reveals his parallel passion for cooking and food that parallels his fly tying expertise. The discussion traces Tim's evolution from childhood family meals at the Jersey Shore through his mother's and grandmother's influence to his current fascination with Asian cooking techniques, particularly Japanese, Chinese and Thai cuisine. Tim shares cooking philosophy centered on sourcing quality ingredients, constant tasting during preparation and proper knife skills while detailing his upcoming 2026 adventures including golden dorado fishing on Argentina's Ibera Marsh, trophy brown trout on the Limay River, northern pike and bull trout in British Columbia's Northern Rockies and steelhead on Lake Erie. The conversation also touches on Tim's ongoing fly tying innovations focused on creating mottled, natural-looking patterns that better imitate the mottled appearance of living aquatic insects.Key TakeawaysHow Tim's family food traditions at the Jersey Shore mirror the collaborative, process-driven approach he brings to fly tying and teachingWhy sourcing the best possible ingredients and tasting constantly throughout preparation are the two most critical elements of successful cookingHow to book Tim's 2026 hosted trips to Argentina for golden dorado and trophy brown trout, British Columbia for northern pike and bull trout or Lake Erie for winter steelheadHow Tim is incorporating mottled, multi-colored patterns in his fly designs to better imitate the natural mottled appearance of living aquatic insects that signals protein to feeding troutTechniques & Gear CoveredTim discusses his ongoing fly tying evolution focused on creating mottled appearances in patterns rather than solid single colors, based on close observation and video documentation of living aquatic macroinvertebrates. He explains how blotches of different colors signal life and protein to feeding fish, making these techniques potentially more effective than traditional solid-colored flies. The conversation touches on trout spey casting as one of Tim's seminar topics at upcoming Fly Fishing Shows. Tim also draws parallels between cooking and fly tying, emphasizing that both crafts require quality materials, proper tools (sharp knives in cooking, quality hackle and partridge in tying) and understanding fundamental techniques before attempting complex work.Locations & SpeciesTim's 2026 hosted travel schedule spans diverse fisheries across multiple continents targeting various species. In Argentina, he hosts trips to the Ibera Marsh for golden dorado, classic Patagonia rivers including the Chimehuin, Collon Cura and Limay for trout, and a six-day camping float on the Limay River targeting trophy brown trout. His North American destinations include Spruce Creek in Pennsylvania, the Kootenai River in northwest Montana for rainbows,...