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This week we look at the Grooming Gangs scandal and Kim Lam MP; Anti-Hamas protests in Gaza; Muslim 'Reverts'; Non Binary Joan of Arc; Country of the Week - South Sudan; Locking up Lucy Connolly; the Rich can keep petrol cars; e-mail signatures kill people; Mumford's new psalm like song; Trump's Tariffs; New anti Christian laws in China; A 'quiet revival in the UK; Feedback and the Last Word - with music from Rodriguez, Teshreen Maekelele, Mumford and Sons, OMD, Tracy Chapman, Colin Buchanan and City Alight

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Tired of riding the real estate commission rollercoaster? There's one simple fix: more seller appointments. Locking in just 1-3 seller appointments a week will transform your business. More listings. More income. A scalable, burnout-free business. Plus, you'll uncover more investment deals and flip opportunities.  A steady flow of seller appointments is the first step toward financial freedom—but how do you get them without spending hours cold-calling? The answer: a home valuation call-to-action. Homeowners are naturally curious about their home's value, and they want something more accurate than a Zestimate. For a small investment (as low as $10), you can turn that curiosity into a steady stream of seller leads. In this episode, I break down why this is one of the most cost-effective ways to book more seller appointments—and how you can start using it today.   Things You'll Learn In This Episode  -A quality lead at a fraction of the price  Home valuation leads aren't looking to sell their houses fast, so why would we choose them over instant offer leads? -What makes home valuation leads so effective  Instead of cold calling, hoping you have the correct number, and possibly pestering people, home valuation leads have already opted in. Why does this make converting them easier? -How to work a home valuation lead  Is it better to pay a service to generate home valuation leads or to do it yourself?     About Your Host Tom Cafarella is a real estate investor, agent, coach, and entrepreneur who helps real estate agents achieve financial freedom through investing. Agent Investor is the only brand that helps real agents get off the real estate roller coaster and start building wealth by investing in real estate.     Check out this episode on Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a review if you like what you heard. Your review feeds the algorithm so our show reaches more people. Thank you!

Ohio State cornerback Lorenzo Styles Jr. discusses the challenges of defending the slot and his personal goals for the 2025 season. With experience and confidence growing, Styles is ready to take his game to the next level and make a major impact in the Buckeyes' secondary. #GoBucks #SpringBall #BuckeyeDefense Tuesday, April 1, 2025 Subscribe to the Podcast

In this episode, we're breaking down exactly what we're doing to renew both commercial and residential clients for the 2025 season. From follow-up strategies and timing to the scripts and tools we use, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how we lock in repeat business and keep our schedule full. Whether you're a solo operator or running a full crew, these tips will help you secure your client base before the season even begins. LINK Membership Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/  LMN Mastermind Sessions (Use code Brian). LMN Landscape Software (Interested in checking out LMN and giving it a free Trial? Use our link or the code "Brian" to get the best savings and signup experience possible). Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram www.brandedbullinc.com  www.CycleCPA.com mention code: Brian to save $200. www.PostcardMania.com/Brian Zero to $100K!: The Complete Guide on How to Start a Successful Lawn Care Company Brian's Lawn Maintenance "MERCH"   Our Affiliate Partners: www.EquipmentDefender.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.KujoYardwear.com (Brians10 Save 10%+Free Shipping!) www.ISOtunes.com (Save 10%) https://bit.ly/3wzhaI4 www.ProvenLocks.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.DarwinsGrip.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.Plow-Right.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.EarthWay.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.RhinoHitch.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.SureCanUSA.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.ComfortTrim.com (Brians10 Save 10%)

In todays episode, It's time for another monthly check-in! Can you believe how fast the year is flying by? As we step into spring, let's refocus, refresh, and make sure we're staying on track with our goals. In this episode, we're locking in for the season ahead - setting intentions, staying motivated, and embracing the energy of spring. Plus, we're diving deep into our skincare routines, sharing the products and rituals that keep our skin glowing. FOLLOW THE PODCAST:our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @beforrealpodcast_our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @beforrealpodcast_our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@beforrealpodcastingFOLLOW US:Talia's⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @taliamathersMichaela's⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @michaelabentoTalia's⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@taliamathersMichaela's⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@michaelabento

Locking up your first real estate deal is easier than you think—if you know what you're doing. In this episode, we break down the three essential contracts every wholesaler needs: the purchase agreement, the assignment contract, and the JV agreement. You'll learn how to secure a deal, protect yourself from losing it, and find the right buyers to close fast. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - The Contracts You Need To Lock Up Your Deals0:42 - The Purchase Agreement5:35 - The Assignment Contract7:38 - The JV Agreement8:57 - How To Sell Your Deal14:39 - Building A Business That Produces Cash18:33 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 2-1 win over the Colorado Avalanche. They get into the team embracing a defensive identity, Joseph Woll gaining momentum with the starting goalie job, Auston Matthews staying on track, official Kelly Sutherland getting an assist on Steven Lorentz's game-winner, Scott Laughton's role and much more. Later, MSG Rangers analyst Dave Maloney (32:52) helps tee up the second half of the Leafs' back-to-back in New York and discusses Igor Shesterkin's play this year, underwhelming seasons from the Rangers' stars, and potential consequences if they miss the playoffs.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

A new report on funding for gender ideology in the EU comes out, a new progressive agenda focused around abundance rolls out, and the fifth anniversary of the Covid lockdown is upon us. Ashley Frawley and Geoff Shullenberger join Matthew Schmitz. Compact Magazine is reader-supported. Become a member and gain unlimited access. https://compactmag.com/subscribe

What are the basic etiquette rules for a first date? First impressions are important if you want to make it to a second date. Basic grooming, some future manscaping, manners, and mastering the art of active listening! In this episode, we're breaking down the unspoken rules of dating etiquette—because let's be honest, bad grooming and one-word answers aren't exactly sexy. Mel and Suzie dive into the do's and don'ts of first impressions, why trimming down there isn't just for special occasions, and how actually paying attention (yes, put your phone away) can be the game-changer you need. If your dating life feels like a never-ending first-round knockout, this episode is your comeback. Listen now and get one step closer to sealing the deal on date #2! vibr8tor.com: Use Promo MS15 guybrator.com: UsePromo GUY15 Got a story to share with us? Leave us a voicemail by clicking here. Email us: stories@sharingmytruth.com or DM us on Instagram Follow us on Instagram @sharingmytruthpod, TikTok @sharingmytruthpod Facebook @sharingmytruthpod , YouTube @sharingmytruthpod Follow Mel @melanyklondon and Suzie @suzsheckter Sign up to our weekly newsletter and join the Sharing My Truth Community sharingmytruth.com Visit our website sharingmytruth.com and share your truths with us, check out our latest merch, promo codes from our partners, and much more

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J'ai eu la chance d'assister le 2 mars 2025 à Juste Debout, l'événement international de danse debout qui rassemble les meilleurs danseurs du monde entier ! Entre battles de haut niveau et énergie électrisante, j'ai pu capturer l'essence de ce rendez-vous incontournable.Et ce n'est pas tout…

Today I'm talking about locking in, getting serious & entering my healthy girl era in time for summer. With spring already in the air & Lent starting, it's the perfect time to focus & double down on your goals. I talk about how I'm keeping health & fitness interesting, what I'm doing to enjoy the process & the things I've implemented this year that I've loved.vote C'est La Me for Best Local Podcast in the 2025 Nappies through April 6! https://votenappies.com/⭐ follow C'est La Me! ⭐follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠! follow the podcast on ⁠Twitter⁠!like the podcast on ⁠Facebook⁠!watch the podcast on ⁠YouTube⁠!get podcast ⁠⁠merch⁠⁠!check out the podcast's ⁠⁠website⁠⁠! follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠!⁠⁠email me⁠⁠! - bonjourcestlame@gmail.com

Planning the perfect motorcycle trip takes more than just picking a route. Avoid planning mistakes, find the best roads, and make every ride unforgettable! From choosing dates to mapping the best routes, we're breaking down our best motorcycle trip planning strategies—PLUS the biggest mistakes we've made.In this episode:Teaser: “Picking a motorcycle trip date is like picking a restaurant with your spouse—someone's not getting what they want.”Bottom Line: Lock in dates early, plan ahead, and leave room for surprises.Mile Marker: The time a Taylor Swift concert wrecked our hotel plans.Toolkit: The must-have gear and planning hacks to make your ride stress-free.Links Mentioned:Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast: https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/podcast/BMR Rider Alert Sign-Up: https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/rideralert/Toolkit - Gear & Resources from This Episode:Butler Motorcycle Maps – The best scenic routes: https://amzn.to/4bHPNBFMotorcycle Roads and Trips Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MotorcycleRoadsandTripsSena & Cardo Headsets – Stay connected on the road: https://amzn.to/3Dx62VOPortable Jump Pack – Avoid battery mishaps: https://amzn.to/3FgDyQxMotorcycle Toolkit – Be ready for quick fixes: https://amzn.to/4iz37uqTop-Rated Riding Jackets – Stay safe & comfortable: https://www.bohnarmor.com/collectionsAffiliate Disclaimer: Some of the links above are affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you purchase through them, at no extra cost to you. This helps support the podcast—thank you for your support!Connect with Us:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BestMotorcycleRoadsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorcycleroadsandtripsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestmotorcycleroads/

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We are back!! Breaking down the 2025 college basketball season to date!

University of Louisville director of athletics Josh Heird discusses the watershed year ahead for NIL demands, Louisville's chances to overachieve, Pat Kelsey's contract, senior night protocols, and the women/men's ACC tournaments.

HE LOST EVERYTHING… THEN BUILT A 37-STR EMPIRE!”Most people dream of quitting their soul-sucking 9-5.Mark Palmiere actually did it.From medical sales to short-term rental freedom—but it wasn't easy.He lost 5 deals immediately after quitting his job.Faced financial uncertainty, and had to rebuild from scratch.Now? He runs 37 high-revenue properties and is scaling to 60+ units.Inside this episode, Mark reveals:• Why most STR hosts fail—and how he pivoted from rental arbitrage•The Underserved Investor (UI) method that doubled revenue from $90K to $212K• How he chooses only high-end, well-maintained properties• His exact strategy to scale STR operations with a lean team• Why quitting his 6-figure job was the BEST decision he ever madeThinking about leaving your job for STRs? Don't do it until you hear this.Listen now and steal the blueprint!01:00 - Mastering Client Acquisition: The UI Method Explained03:53 - Guest Introduction: Industry Leader Mike Riley07:26 - From Arbitrage to Ownership: The Big Shift10:40 - Scaling Smart: How to Grow Without Overextending15:38 - The Game-Changing UI Strategy That Landed 17+ Properties22:58 - Building a Rockstar Team for Operational Freedom30:45 - The Art of Closing: Mastering High-Impact Sales Calls33:36 - Diagnosing Listings: The Brutally Honest Approach34:31 - Locking in Deals: The Follow-Up Formula That Works36:52 - The Mindset Shift That Separates Amateurs from Experts39:45 - Key Takeaways: Scaling, Sales, and Strategic GrowthGuest Bio:Mark Palmiere owns an STR management company in San Diego, CA with 37 properties.Guest Link:https://www.instagram.com/mark.palmiere/reels/Get FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings:group.strsecrets.com

In today's episode, Justin welcomes back a familiar voice for a conversation that calls us to slow down, refocus, and walk in step with Jesus. Adam joins him to explore what it means to facilitate clarity—not just for ourselves, but for those we lead and serve. Adam shares how his journey led him to step off the high-speed highway of constant movement and instead move at Godspeed—a pace that aligns with the rhythm of Jesus.  Adam shares how he learned to slow down—not to stop moving, but to move with God. But moving at God's pace doesn't mean avoiding challenges. It means being willing to step into the darkness, knowing that's where breakthrough happens. His program teaches others how to take action, work through resistance, and lock arms with God in the process. This episode is a reminder that while methods may change, principles don't. Obedience isn't passive—it's practical. When we're willing to pivot, to pour back into Jesus, and to trust where He leads, we step into a flow that's established by Him. Clarity doesn't come from standing still—it comes from moving with God. Connect with Adam: https://www.adamkasix.com/ This podcast is brought to you by The CL Thomas Fellowship non-profit. Our mission is to inspire leaders and parents to be providers and servant leaders like Jesus. For more encouragement, sign up for our free weekly newsletter, "Always Provide," at www.alwaysprovide.org.    Follow on Instagram @clthomasfellowship  Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clthomasfellowship/  

HE LOST EVERYTHING… THEN BUILT A 37-STR EMPIRE!”Most people dream of quitting their soul-sucking 9-5.Mark Palmiere actually did it.From medical sales to short-term rental freedom—but it wasn't easy.He lost 5 deals immediately after quitting his job.Faced financial uncertainty, and had to rebuild from scratch.Now? He runs 37 high-revenue properties and is scaling to 60+ units.Inside this episode, Mark reveals:• Why most STR hosts fail—and how he pivoted from rental arbitrage•The Underserved Investor (UI) method that doubled revenue from $90K to $212K• How he chooses only high-end, well-maintained properties• His exact strategy to scale STR operations with a lean team• Why quitting his 6-figure job was the BEST decision he ever madeThinking about leaving your job for STRs? Don't do it until you hear this.Listen now and steal the blueprint!01:00 - Mastering Client Acquisition: The UI Method Explained03:53 - Guest Introduction: Industry Leader Mike Riley07:26 - From Arbitrage to Ownership: The Big Shift10:40 - Scaling Smart: How to Grow Without Overextending15:38 - The Game-Changing UI Strategy That Landed 17+ Properties22:58 - Building a Rockstar Team for Operational Freedom30:45 - The Art of Closing: Mastering High-Impact Sales Calls33:36 - Diagnosing Listings: The Brutally Honest Approach34:31 - Locking in Deals: The Follow-Up Formula That Works36:52 - The Mindset Shift That Separates Amateurs from Experts39:45 - Key Takeaways: Scaling, Sales, and Strategic GrowthGuest Bio:Mark Palmiere owns an STR management company in San Diego, CA with 37 properties.Guest Link:https://www.instagram.com/mark.palmiere/reels/Get FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings:group.strsecrets.com

How do you lock in to achieve your best on test day? Treat the official test like any other practice test.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on Youtube!

A woman at the center of a child abuse case is shot and killed in Farmington, New Mexico. Police say she and her boyfriend locked his daughter in an outdoor chicken coop. A casual conversation on a flight leads to a major poaching bust in California. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michigan Doctor and Wife Accused of Locking 10-Year-Old in Closet for Months An Upper Peninsula doctor and his wife are facing child abuse charges after allegedly forcing their 10-year-old son with special needs to sleep in a locked closet for months, authorities said. Dr. Colin Irish, 57, and Carrie Irish, 49, of Marquette Township were arrested and charged with second-degree child abuse this week. Law enforcement officials allege the couple locked their son inside a modified closet for hours a day, deprived him of bedding, and forced him to clean up his own waste. The alleged abuse came to light after a school reported concerns to Child Protective Services, which then contacted the Marquette County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Greg Zyburt confirmed that all three minor children in the home were removed the same day, and the 10-year-old was taken to a hospital to be checked for possible frostbite before being placed with a foster family. Investigators say the closet had been modified with plastic sheet panels and linoleum flooring and was locked from the outside. There were no heating vents or windows, and the child was allegedly forced to sleep on the floor in only underwear, with no mattress, pillow, or blanket. “The child defecated and urinated in the closet multiple times and then was forced to clean it up,” said Detective Lt. Jason Hart, noting that a strong odor of cleaning solution was present when authorities inspected the area. Authorities did not disclose details about the child's specific special needs or the ages of the other two children but confirmed they were minors and male. Officials do not believe the other children were subjected to similar treatment. Colin and Carrie Irish were arrested and arraigned Tuesday, each facing a charge of second-degree child abuse. They posted bond and are scheduled for a probable cause hearing next week. As part of their release, they are prohibited from contacting their three children. Attempts to reach the couple for comment were unsuccessful. When contacted, their attorney's office declined to comment. Authorities are continuing to investigate the case, with the possibility of additional charges. “No stone will remain unturned,” Hart said, calling it a “quite alarming” case. Sheriff Zyburt noted that child abuse cases are always tragic but said this case stood out due to the defendants' backgrounds. “A doctor takes an oath to help people,” he said. Dr. Colin Irish, an osteopathic doctor, had previously run a family medicine practice in Marquette. While his website appeared to be down, archived images reportedly showed him and his wife smiling with children, including a picture of them in a kiddie pool and another of him with a child in kitchen aprons. If convicted, the couple could face up to 10 years in prison. This case follows multiple child abuse cases in Michigan, including a Pontiac mother charged with first-degree child abuse for allegedly abandoning her three children to live in squalor for four years. #MichiganNews #ChildAbuse #JusticeForChildren #Marquette #CrimeReport #DoctorArrested #EndChildAbuse Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Michigan Doctor and Wife Accused of Locking 10-Year-Old in Closet for Months An Upper Peninsula doctor and his wife are facing child abuse charges after allegedly forcing their 10-year-old son with special needs to sleep in a locked closet for months, authorities said. Dr. Colin Irish, 57, and Carrie Irish, 49, of Marquette Township were arrested and charged with second-degree child abuse this week. Law enforcement officials allege the couple locked their son inside a modified closet for hours a day, deprived him of bedding, and forced him to clean up his own waste. The alleged abuse came to light after a school reported concerns to Child Protective Services, which then contacted the Marquette County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Greg Zyburt confirmed that all three minor children in the home were removed the same day, and the 10-year-old was taken to a hospital to be checked for possible frostbite before being placed with a foster family. Investigators say the closet had been modified with plastic sheet panels and linoleum flooring and was locked from the outside. There were no heating vents or windows, and the child was allegedly forced to sleep on the floor in only underwear, with no mattress, pillow, or blanket. “The child defecated and urinated in the closet multiple times and then was forced to clean it up,” said Detective Lt. Jason Hart, noting that a strong odor of cleaning solution was present when authorities inspected the area. Authorities did not disclose details about the child's specific special needs or the ages of the other two children but confirmed they were minors and male. Officials do not believe the other children were subjected to similar treatment. Colin and Carrie Irish were arrested and arraigned Tuesday, each facing a charge of second-degree child abuse. They posted bond and are scheduled for a probable cause hearing next week. As part of their release, they are prohibited from contacting their three children. Attempts to reach the couple for comment were unsuccessful. When contacted, their attorney's office declined to comment. Authorities are continuing to investigate the case, with the possibility of additional charges. “No stone will remain unturned,” Hart said, calling it a “quite alarming” case. Sheriff Zyburt noted that child abuse cases are always tragic but said this case stood out due to the defendants' backgrounds. “A doctor takes an oath to help people,” he said. Dr. Colin Irish, an osteopathic doctor, had previously run a family medicine practice in Marquette. While his website appeared to be down, archived images reportedly showed him and his wife smiling with children, including a picture of them in a kiddie pool and another of him with a child in kitchen aprons. If convicted, the couple could face up to 10 years in prison. This case follows multiple child abuse cases in Michigan, including a Pontiac mother charged with first-degree child abuse for allegedly abandoning her three children to live in squalor for four years. #MichiganNews #ChildAbuse #JusticeForChildren #Marquette #CrimeReport #DoctorArrested #EndChildAbuse Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

An Upper Peninsula doctor and his wife are facing child abuse charges after allegedly forcing their 10-year-old son with special needs to sleep in a locked closet for months, authorities said. Dr. Colin Irish, 57, and Carrie Irish, 49, of Marquette Township were arrested and charged with second-degree child abuse this week. Law enforcement officials allege the couple locked their son inside a modified closet for hours a day, deprived him of bedding, and forced him to clean up his own waste. The alleged abuse came to light after a school reported concerns to Child Protective Services, which then contacted the Marquette County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Greg Zyburt confirmed that all three minor children in the home were removed the same day, and the 10-year-old was taken to a hospital to be checked for possible frostbite before being placed with a foster family. Investigators say the closet had been modified with plastic sheet panels and linoleum flooring and was locked from the outside. There were no heating vents or windows, and the child was allegedly forced to sleep on the floor in only underwear, with no mattress, pillow, or blanket. “The child defecated and urinated in the closet multiple times and then was forced to clean it up,” said Detective Lt. Jason Hart, noting that a strong odor of cleaning solution was present when authorities inspected the area. Authorities did not disclose details about the child's specific special needs or the ages of the other two children but confirmed they were minors and male. Officials do not believe the other children were subjected to similar treatment. Colin and Carrie Irish were arrested and arraigned Tuesday, each facing a charge of second-degree child abuse. They posted bond and are scheduled for a probable cause hearing next week. As part of their release, they are prohibited from contacting their three children. Attempts to reach the couple for comment were unsuccessful. When contacted, their attorney's office declined to comment. Authorities are continuing to investigate the case, with the possibility of additional charges. “No stone will remain unturned,” Hart said, calling it a “quite alarming” case. Sheriff Zyburt noted that child abuse cases are always tragic but said this case stood out due to the defendants' backgrounds. “A doctor takes an oath to help people,” he said. Dr. Colin Irish, an osteopathic doctor, had previously run a family medicine practice in Marquette. While his website appeared to be down, archived images reportedly showed him and his wife smiling with children, including a picture of them in a kiddie pool and another of him with a child in kitchen aprons. If convicted, the couple could face up to 10 years in prison. This case follows multiple child abuse cases in Michigan, including a Pontiac mother charged with first-degree child abuse for allegedly abandoning her three children to live in squalor for four years. #MichiganNews #ChildAbuse #JusticeForChildren #Marquette #CrimeReport #DoctorArrested #EndChildAbuse Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

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Guest: Chris Miles – The Cash Flow Expert & Anti-Financial Advisor  Today, we're diving deep into financial independence, wealth creation, and breaking free from the traditional money myths that keep so many people stuck. Our guest, Chris Miles, is a cash flow expert and anti-financial advisor who has helped his clients increase their cash flow by over $300 million in the last 15 years. He's the host of The Money Ripples Podcast, a featured expert in Entrepreneurs on Fire, CNN Money, and Bigger Pockets, and has built a reputation for showing people how to get their money working for them—without grinding forever or relying on outdated financial advice.  If you've ever felt trapped by traditional money strategies—saving endlessly, playing by the rules, and still feeling like it's not enough—this episode will radically shift your mindset and strategy.  �� Top 3 Takeaways:  1. Wealth isn't built by saving—it's built by cash flow. Traditional financial planning tells you to save, save, save, but real freedom comes from creating income streams that work for you.  2. Get lean, get liquid, get out. Locking money away in 401(k)s, IRAs, and paid-off mortgages might feel safe—but it actually traps your financial potential instead of expanding it.  3. Money is meant to be used, not hoarded. The key to abundance isn't spending less—it's getting smarter about how your money flows and grows. �� Key Topics & Insights:  1️⃣The Myth of Saving Your Way to Wealth (06:04)  ● "My dad did everything right—paid off his house, saved in his 401(k)—and when I ran the numbers, I had to tell him: ‘If you retire today, you'll run out of money in five years.'”  ● Many people follow the "safe" financial plan, yet still end up unable to retire comfortably. The system isn't broken—it was designed this way. True wealth comes from cash flow, not just accumulated savings.  ● Instead of hoping a big retirement fund will last, create income-generating assets that continue to pay you—without you working more.  2️⃣The Trap of Locked-Up Money (17:39)  ● "People think having a paid-off house is financial freedom. But if all your wealth is tied up in your home, it's not working for you. It's locked away."  ● The traditional mindset around money focuses on saving and cutting costs, but hoarding money doesn't create financial security—it creates stagnation.  ● Getting liquid means moving money out of restrictive accounts (like retirement plans with penalties) and putting it into investments that generate real cash flow.  3️⃣The Steward Mindset—How to Make Money Work for You (16:22)  ● "Savers and spenders both operate in scarcity. The only way to truly win with money is to become a steward—someone who understands how to manage cash flow wisely while letting money work for them."  ● A steward doesn't just accumulate wealth—they make sure it keeps growing. That means thinking beyond retirement accounts and into passive income streams like real estate, lending, and cash-flowing investments. ● Breaking free from the traditional financial system requires a mindset shift. Most people think about money in terms of security and control, but real wealth is about movement and opportunity.  �� Notable Quotes:  �� "The people who taught you to lock money away in retirement accounts? The financial institutions. They don't want you using your money—they want to control it."  �� "I walked away from being a financial advisor because I realized the system wasn't designed to create wealth—it was designed to keep people working forever."  �� "Screw the ‘should' life when it comes to money. Financial freedom isn't about sacrifice—it's about smart, strategic cash flow."  This episode is your wake-up call to rethink everything you've been told about money. If you want true financial freedom, you have to stop playing by the old rules—and start creating your own.  �� Listen now and start your radical financial reinvention! 

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Welcome to our "Micro Beer" funtime show known as the Perfect Pour. This week we are all here and ready to get weird with our "beer" selections and talk about stuff like: Is a Radler still a beer? Summer 2025: Radler Rage! Half Door Brewing getting replaced? Beer free. Berkley Bowl report. A story of buying Firestone Walker Invitational tickets. Airport Beers don't know what time it is. This and more! Downloadable: PerfectPour598.mp3 Thank you for listening! HOSTED BY: Nick, Rad Stacey, Mikey MUSIC BY: Sunburns and Paul From Fairfax. BEER AND SHOW RELATED LINKS: SUPPORT THE SHOW AND BECOME A GOLDEN GOD! Subscribe to the show in Apple Podcast. You can also find us on Spotify and most podcast players. Perfect Pour's YouTube Channel. VOICEMAIL/TEXT LINE: 559-492-0542 Drop Us a Line: Email Perfect Pour. Join our free Lager Line Discord channel! Send Postcards or Samples to us: The Perfect Pour – co Mike Seay 2037 W. Bullard Ave #153 Fresno, CA 93711 Mikey's newsletter: Drinking & Thinking. Browse Mikey's Dorky Amazon Storefront.

In episode 105, we introduced the term glitch to represent the moment where a ballroom dancer gets distracted and knocked out of the zone. In this episode, we give you two more tools to add on to the idea of a glitch.After a glitch happens, you may find yourself in "limbo" where you are past the undesirable moment but haven't moved forward yet. The limbo moment can feel like a confusing, out-of-body experience where your brain got knocked offline and hasn't come back on yet. Our goal is to minimize limbo and move on quickly by flushing that moment and then "locking-in."Locking in is the term we will use to describe consciously making the decision about moving forward out of limbo. Listen in for more guidance on these terms and how to use them to recover faster, build resilience and improve your dancing!Gohere to sign up for the 2 week free trial membership for the Dance Wellness Community. I'm participating in a call next Tuesday, Feb 18 at 11:30 am PT. You should come!!Private coaching sessions, along with consults and Dance Strategy Calls are paused while we plan for early 2025 and a brand new offer!  To get on the interest list for what's coming, goHERE.GoHERE to join my free Facebook Group JOYFUL BALLROOM

Points of Interest01:00 – 01:45 – Guest Introduction: Marcel welcomes back his co-founder, Ben Zittlau, highlighting his expertise in data operations and agency growth strategies.03:35 – 05:50 – Scaling Data Operations: Lessons from Jobber: Ben shares insights from his experience at Jobber, detailing the challenges of building and scaling a data operations team in a fast-growing company.08:43 – 13:14 – Why Agencies Struggle to Get Insights from Their Data: Discussion on how agencies collect vast amounts of data across multiple tools but fail to derive meaningful insights due to fragmentation and inconsistency.13:15 – 16:05 – The Myth of a “Single Source of Truth: Marcel and Ben challenge the common belief that pushing all data into a single platform solves reporting issues, highlighting the reality of messy operational data.19:26 – 21:48 – The Limitations of All-in-One Software Solutions: Exploring why all-in-one agency management tools often fail to deliver on their promise of seamless reporting and data integration.24:43 – 27:44 – The Hidden Costs of Locking into a Single Platform: Discussion on how agencies become “trapped” by software providers, making it difficult to switch tools without major operational disruptions.30:29 – 35:53 – How to Integrate Data Without Sacrificing Flexibility: A deep dive into the challenges of stitching data from various tools while maintaining adaptability and historical accuracy.35:54 – 41:14 – Accuracy vs. Precision: Why Clean Data is a Myth: Why agencies should focus on broader trends instead of pursuing impossible data perfection, and how to handle data inconsistencies effectively.41:15 – 44:15 – A Modern Data Approach: Extract, Transform, Load (ETL): Introduction to the ETL process, which allows agencies to clean and transform data before reporting, improving reliability and flexibility.50:14 – 52:00 – Lessons from Finance: What Agencies Can Learn from Accounting: Marcel compares data operations to bookkeeping, explaining how structured financial workflows can serve as a model for better agency data management.Show NotesConnect with Ben via LinkedInFree ToolkitParakeeto Foundations CourseLove the PodcastLeave us a review here.

Riding Shotgun With Charlie #222 Ed Monk Last Resort Firearm Training   Ed Monk is a name I've heard several times over the years. In October 2024, Matt Mallory and I did a live show with Ed and I was able to talk him into letting me drive him around Boston. Last fall, I had a chance to film a show with him before he was presenting at a conference for law enforcement officers. His area of expertise is analyzing the aftermath of school shootings. As a teacher for over 3 decades, this is a topic that hits home for me.    Monk grew up in Arkansas with a family with firearms, mostly for hunting. Around 1999, he connected with Jim Higginbothom who taught Ed that there's a whole new world with defensive gun fighting and shooting. His training resume is beyond impressive. He's taken classes at Front Sight, Tactical Defense Institute, and Rangemaster with Tom Givens. He also had training in the Army, where he spent 24 years. He's been teaching for about 15 years. His brother built a range on the family property. Their range went from 3 pistol bays, to another bay that was covered from the weather. Then his brother became “terminally ill with long range shooting” and added a 480 yard range, too. And they have a 50 yard range that holds 15 people.    Just after finishing his time in Iraq, he got a job teaching at a high school, where he taught for 4 years. Going from a profession that only dealt with deadly violence to one that avoids it was a difficult change. During some professional development, he realized that the school was prepared and didn't know how to prepare for a school shooter. The school's plan was to gather all the students and put them in one area, thus making it easier for the shooter to hit more targets. With the school's staff not knowing how to prepare and deal with violence, they thought this was an acceptable answer. But Ed knew it wasn't. That put him on the path to study school shootings and how they're committed.    Ed has done the work and crunched the numbers. He's realized that it becomes a math problem of sorts. The longer it takes to get someone who is prepared and ready to deal with the shooter, the higher the victim count goes. Locking the doors and hiding under the desks works well every day the shooter doesn't show up.    There are things that can be done. He suggests things like painting the hallways in different colors. Instead of having the art wing, the police can go to the green hallway. Elementary schools can also put barriers up on the playgrounds, ones that can be filled with sand or water. They can even have ballistic tables in the lunchroom. All things that would slow someone down who is committing a heinous crime.    When it comes to stopping a shooter, the time it takes to respond matters, and relates to the number of victims. Ed says that schools don't need everyone to carry but they need some people who are willing to step up and stop the carnage. But that person also needs to be at the school, where the action is taking place. Not several minutes away or even on the other side of the school.    We have a treat in this episode. One of my friends, Mark Lindblom, aka The Bay State King of GLOCKS (BSKOG as we call him), calls in with a question for Ed.Mark has been talking to me about Ed and several other trainers. And he turned me on to Ed's series on the Active Self Protection app.    Ed offers classes and seminars all around the country. He can bring his program to your school as well. You can find where he's teaching and presenting on his Facebook page. If you can get him to come to your district, that would be very beneficial to your community. He also offers training for churches.    In August 2025, at his home range, he is hosting Hero's Conference. You'll be able to hear from heroes who stopped active shooters. People like Jack Wilson, Greg Stevens, Stephen Willeford, and Pastor David George.  Favorite quotes: “Then plopped into a public teaching profession, where we don't discuss violence at all.” “The locking the doors and hiding under the desks works very, very well the shooter doesn't show up.” “They like putting stuff in the plans that's easy to type, that's easy to drill, that's not controversial, that doesn't trigger anybody.” “The longer we let him shoot us, the more of us get shot. Or the sooner we stop him, the fewer of us get shot.” Last Resort Firearms Training https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057584853533 Second Amendment Foundation https://secure.anedot.com/saf/donate?sc=RidingShotgun    Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms https://www.ccrkba.org/     Please support the Riding Shotgun With Charlie sponsors and supporters.    Self Defense Radio Network http://sdrn.us/   Buy a Powertac Flashlight, use RSWC as the discount code and save 15% www.powertac.com/RSWC   SABRE Red Pepper Spray  https://lddy.no/1iq1n   Or listen on: iTunes/Apple podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/riding-shotgun-with-charlie/id1275691565

Miracles can happen on Christmas Eve.Based on a post by auguy86, in 2 parts. Listen to the ► Podcast at My First Time. Ken Dix flipped through the TV guide at a moderate pace; “500 channels, and nothing but Christmas specials on.”Finding nothing but disappointment at every turn. As it was Christmas Eve, every show was a mushy feel-good romp spouting lines about family and goodwill to others. None of that spoke to Ken in the slightest.“Ken?” a voice came from the kitchen.“What's up, Mom?”“I've got my hands full with making everything for dinner tonight, but I'm going to run short on a couple of ingredients,” Helen Dix said, poking her head into the living room. “Can you run to the store real quick for me please?”“Sure thing,” Ken replied, seeing as he had nothing better to do.“Great, thank you. I made a list on the counter for you. The store should be open for another hour or two. The main things would be the eggs; I don't have enough to finish my famous chess pie. If they have tea by the gallon, grab one sweet and one unsweet. The rest are great if you find them, but not essential.”“Got it,” Ken said as he took the list from the counter.Heading out to his car, Ken cranked up his Honda Civic and pulled out of the driveway. As he made his way into town, Ken reflected on his current situation. Though he loved his mom, being home for the holidays was always nerve-wracking for him. His hometown of Alpharetta, Georgia was crawling with former high school classmates of his, people he'd just as soon never see again. But up at MIT, he was actually among peers that he could relate to on an intellectual level. Not that he'd made that many friends up there. As a nineteen-year-old freshman, he was still stuck in the same boring math and science classes as everyone else. He couldn't wait until he could start his health sciences training. Maybe then he could meet some decent people, perhaps of the female variety.Ken soon arrived in the parking lot of the local Kroger. It was soon obvious that the place was packed with last-minute shoppers, all trying to find that one final ingredient they were missing. Locking his car, Ken sauntered into the store, grabbing a shopping basket along the way. He found the shelves of the store well picked over, striking out on the nonessential items on his mom's list. Making his way to the drinks aisle, he was pleased to see that the store was keeping the gallon jugs of tea well stocked for the holidays, and picked up a pair.Ken soon arrived in the refrigerated section of the store. Almost every shelf was empty, but he did manage to find one last carton of six eggs, just what his mom needed. Depositing the carton in his shopping basket, Ken made his way back to the front of the store, checking out in the express lane. He gripped the shopping bags tightly, being careful that the eggs weren't harmed from the swinging of the bags. Arriving back in the parking lot, he was pleasantly surprised to see one of his former classmates, Jacqueline Brown. As he approached, she saw him coming.“Ken? Kenneth Dix?”She was extremely pretty, as was befitting one of the most popular girls in school, and kept her chestnut-brown hair cut just below her jawline. Her soft, warm facial features and bubbly personality belied the sharp intellect hiding underneath. She and Ken had been partners a few times in various subjects, and he had helped craft her entrance essay to the University of Washington. This earned her a full ride scholarship. In spite of her popularity, they had worked well together, and Ken even dared to call her a friend, at least in his own mind. They had never hung out on a social basis; her circle of friends would never have let her live that down. Still, times had changed. They were both out of high school, after all. What could it hurt to ask?“Jacqueline? Wow, I never thought I'd see you back here. Thought you escaped to cooler climates?”“Yeah, Seattle is nice, but nothing beats Christmas at home,” she replied, adjusting her UW sweatshirt. “You back for the same reason?”“Uh huh. Mom pretty much insisted. She won't settle for anything less than a full family gathering on Christmas Eve. I'm just grabbing a few last things for her. But yeah, it's great seeing you again. You, uh, you look good.”“Um; thanks,” she replied with hesitation.“I'm, uh, gonna be home for a couple of weeks. Would you want to, I don't know, hang out sometime? Maybe grab a bite to eat? My treat.”“Well, Ken, that's sweet of you to ask.” she said almost to herself. As she paused, her eyes suddenly lit up as if she had gotten an idea. “Alright! Here, let me give you my number.” She scribbled a series of digits down on a scrap piece of paper, writing her name next to them. “I'll, um, talk to you later, I guess?”“Sounds great!”Ken couldn't believe it; he had actually done it! He had asked out the prettiest girl he had ever known! Moreover, she had given him her number! Things were definitely looking up.“Dick!” a voice behind them yelled.Ken turned, immediately recognizing Jason Brown, Jacqueline's fraternal twin brother, along with his two flunkies, Brian and Barrett Sullivan. Jason had been the star quarterback at his high school, and the Sullivan boys were his best offensive linemen. They often served as his muscle off the football field, as well. Ken was intimately familiar with these three, as they had made it their mission in high school to make his life a living hell. Being stuffed in lockers, having his wallet stolen, all were commonplace with them. The three approached, attempting to appear imposing, which they were from the perspective of the ever-scrawny Ken.“I've got nothing to say to you guys,” Ken muttered as they approached.“Well I've got something to say to you, Mr. Kenny Dick,” Jason growled.“Just shut up and leave me alone,” Ken replied, his blood boiling at the use of Jason's longtime nickname for him.“No! You shut the fuck up and listen!” Jason said, grabbing Ken by the collar of his tee-shirt and flinging him against his car. In the process, Ken dropped his shopping bags, the jugs of tea landing directly on the egg carton.“Jason! Stop it!” Jacqueline protested.Undeterred, Jason threatened. “Listen fuck-wad, you stay the hell away from my sister!”“She's an adult, dickhead! She can have anyone she wants as a friend!” Ken protested.“You don't belong on the same Planet as her! You're nothing'! A pathetic sack of guts your dumbass mother decided to give a name to! Know what? Just do us all a favor and drop dead!”Enraged at the insult to his mom, Ken swung a wild haymaker at his assailant, but Jason was more than ready, pinning Ken's arm back against his car. Jason then delivered a crushing punch to Ken's gut, dropping him down to his knees. Before leaving, Jason knelt down next to his gasping victim.“Next time, I won't be so nice. Next time; I might just kill you myself. See ya around. Dick.” Turning to his sister, Jason said, “Come on, time to go home.”Jacqueline looked down at the pitiful form of Ken before muttering, “Sorry, Ken.”The trio of boys sauntered off across the parking lot, laughing and high-fiving at their antics. Jacqueline followed right behind them. Ken picked himself up and inspected his groceries, discovering the crushed eggs in his bag. Swearing and cursing, he grabbed the misshapen carton and went to throw it in a nearby trash can.“No chess pie tonight.”As Ken returned to his car and began his drive home, Jason and his flunkies watched on from his car, still pleased with their efforts.“You shouldn't have done that,” Jacqueline said in a lecturing tone.Jason turned to face his sister. “I do what I gotta do, Jacqueline. That fuck-wad has no business getting friendly with you. He needs to learn his place.”“Be that as it may, I can take care of myself,” she replied firmly.“Take care of yourself? Wait; you didn't?”“I did. Jason, someday you'll learn that there are more subtle and effective ways to ward off undesirables. Trust me, Ken won't bother me ever again.”Back at Home.Upon arriving back home, Ken couldn't bring himself to tell his mom about the incident with the eggs. He instead told her that the store had run out altogether. She had spent many sleepless nights in the past worrying about the constant bullying her son was subjected to in school. Ken didn't want to give her anything else to worry about. By this time, has uncles had started arriving, and the living room was soon filled with the sounds of football games. In Ken's mind, these were no more thought provoking that the mindless Christmas specials he had found earlier. Ken went up to his room to take a hot shower, as well as get some alone time in the process. As he stripped down, he saw a bruise beginning to form on his stomach from Jason's punch. He winced in pain as he touched the tender skin.Shit; that's not going away for a while.Ken took some Tylenol for the pain before stepping into the shower. The hot water helped relax his body, and the steam gradually built up, clearing his mind a bit. He finished after a while and, after making sure his door was shut, flopped facedown onto his bed. After laying there for around an hour or so, his mom finally called him down to rejoin the family for dinner.Taking his seat at the table, Ken glanced around the room at his various family members. His mom had two older brothers, Lee and Stan. Though Lee was tall and still relatively youthful looking at forty-five, Stan was shorter and beginning to bald as he approached fifty. Still, both of them had one notable thing in common as far as Ken was concerned: they were both still jocks at heart. Ken had never known his father; it had always just been him and his mom. He could tell that his uncles tried to be male role models for him, but their efforts were usually ill-conceived attempts to “man him up.” Never once did they understand his introverted tendencies, and always tried to get him to be more of a people person. After a while, Ken stopped paying their advice any attention.It was striking to Ken how similar Lee and Stan's families were. They had both married beautiful, blonde cheerleaders, and now both had sixteen-year-old daughters, both of whom were among the most popular girls in school. It all sickened Ken; they were just perpetuating the stereotype of pretty and popular being the be-all, end-all in life. As the family ate, Ken remained silent for the most part. The adults were engrossed in discussions about their jobs, and the two daughters were giggling and playing on their phones the entire time. None of this was relevant to Ken.“You know, I saw something interesting today,” Lee said as dessert was being brought out. “I was at Kroger filling up my car, and saw you in the main parking lot, Ken. Looked like you were, uh, having some words with a few guys out there.”Shit! He saw that?Not wanting to worry his mom, Ken replied, “It; it was nothing.”“Nothing, eh? Is that why that punk punched you in the gut?”With a worried look on her face, Helen asked, “Ken, sweetie, what is he talking about?” She walked around the table to Ken's seat and lifted up his shirt, seeing the bruise on his abdomen. “Was it that Jason boy again?”“Mom, just let it go.”“No! Ken, you know I worry about you!”“You worry about Me? I think you need to worry more about your brother!” Ken shouted, his anger exploding at last. “Right, Uncle Lee? Come on, you see your own nephew being ganged up on in a parking lot, yet you do nothing to help him out?!”“A man's gotta learn to fight his own battles,” Lee replied in a calm voice.“No. You want to know what a man does? A man sticks up for his Family! No. Matter. What! You stood there and watched your own nephew get beaten up. That says a hell of a lot more about you than it does me. And if that's family; I don't want any part of this one.”Without a word, Ken stood and left the dining room. He then grabbed his MIT hoodie and headed for the front door. As he was about to get into his car and drive off, he saw to his frustration that his uncles' cars were parked in the driveway behind him, blocking him in. Cursing under his breath, he prepared to leave on foot.“Ken! Come back inside, please!” Helen called after him, running down the driveway.“No. I've got to go out; clear my head.”“Ken, it's Christmas Eve. Please, come be with your family.”“Mom, aside from you, not a single person in that house feels like family to me,” Ken replied coldly. “I'll; I'll call you after while.”Ken walked off into the cold Georgia night, not knowing for sure where to go or what to do. Nobody else was out, as they were all at home with their families. Remembering the square in historic downtown Alpharetta, he decided to head in that direction. Maybe the quiet walk would do him some good.Arriving in the town square, Ken walked along the sidewalks for a bit, peering into the darkened windows of the various shops and restaurants. Everything looked so different to him with everyone gone for the day; it all seemed so peaceful. As he continued to walk, he soon saw City Hall in the distance. In front of the building was a large green space, which was teeming with a surprising amount of activity for it being Christmas Eve. Ken moved closer, now spying a large gathering of people sitting on picnic blankets, all bundled up in coats and hats. Ahead of them, a large screen projected the classic film, It's a Wonderful Life.Though Ken was never into the Christmas cheer, as it were, he felt strangely drawn to watch a few minutes of the film from a distance. He soon began to regret that decision, as the movie had reached the point where George Baily had an arrest warrant out for him, lashing out at his family in anger. Watching him get drunk and punched in a bar fight, Ken began to feel sick with anger. Despite all his efforts to help better the world around him, the universe conspired against George Baily; just as it seemed to be conspiring against Ken. Unable to watch a moment more, he turned and walked into the nearby park.Again alone with his thoughts, Ken sat on a bench near the fountain in the center of the park. He contemplated many things, as he often did in solitude. He thought about his piss poor excuse for a family, intent on changing him into what they say he should be. If only they could love him as he is. He thought about Jason Brown, a perpetual asshole that managed to get all the beautiful women his heart desired. If only the universe would serve up his just desserts, rather than conspiring against Ken. Sighing in frustration, he stuffed his freezing hands into his jeans pockets.Jacqueline!Feeling the scrap of paper still in his pocket, Ken suddenly felt a glimmer of hope in an otherwise dreary day. He needed something, anything to lift his spirits, and hearing her kind, sweet voice might just do it. Hell, he didn't even care anymore if she was interested in him in a romantic sense; he just needed someone to listen and understand him. Digging out his phone, he dialed the number. After a single ring, a message began to play, seeming to be read by a game show host.“Congratulations! You've reached Live 95.5 FM's world-famous Loser Line! Live 95.5; featuring the best entertainment in Seattle! If you've reached this message, you have attempted to hit on a girl Way out of your league! That poor young lady wants nothing to do with you, but you just couldn't help creeping on her! That's where we come in! Now you know what a loser you really are! So leave the girl alone, loser! You're doing everyone a favor! If you'd like to leave a message for the world-famous Loser Line, begin speaking at the tone!”Beep!Ken hung up the phone in quiet disbelief. How could he have been so wrong about Jacqueline? They had worked so well together in school, and he even considered her a friend! She always spoke so kindly to him, how could this have happened? Was she really as nasty and shallow as her dumbass brother? Was she really just that good of an actress? As he pondered all this, Ken's rage finally exploded out of him.“That two-faced bitch! Who the fuck does she think she is?! I trusted her! Hell, she would never have gotten a full scholarship without my help! All I ever did was Like her! And after all that, she doesn't even have the decency to turn me down to my face?! What The Fucking Hell? At least her brother was honest about his disdain. She's far worse! I can't imagine how evil she'd be if a person actually offended her?”Slumping back down onto the park bench, every thought that entered Ken's mind brought him lower. Jason was an ass, but then again, he didn't know how to act any different. Uncle Lee was a moron, but then again, he had no malicious intent. But Jacqueline; she was the last straw. He had trusted her, opened up to her, and she repaid him by committing the single most cruel and senseless act Ken could ever imagine. Everything was crashing down around him. As he continued to sulk, Jason's words entered into his mind once more.“I should just do everyone a favor and drop dead; is that what you want, Jacqueline? Seems like you agree with your brother, or you wouldn't have given me that number.”Ken reached into his pocket, withdrawing a folding knife. It had been a high school graduation present to him from his grandfather, before he passed a few months later. A far cry from the typical Swiss Army knife, he unfolded the shiny, four-inch blade, which stood in beautiful contrast to the wooden handle. Inscribed in the wood were Ken's initials. He had not used it for anything yet, never had any need to. As he stared at his reflection in the blade, Ken kept replaying Jason's cruel words in his mind, to do the world a favor and drop dead.“Maybe that's not such a bad idea.” Ken mumbled.Just as he took a firm grip on the handle, preparing to take the knife to his throat, an unfamiliar voice came from off to the side.“Hey!”Gabrielle's Christmas night.Gabrielle Libertine relaxed in a lawn chair, savoring the crisp, cold air of Christmas Eve. This was her favorite time of the year, and being able to enjoy an outdoor showing of her favorite Christmas film, It's a Wonderful Life, made it even better. It all fit in perfectly with her life philosophy: live for happiness. Not only her own, but as much as could be had for the world around her too.“You want the moon? Just say the word, and I'll throw a lasso around it and pull it down.”“Oh, Jimmy Stewart, you charmer you.” Gabby sighed.Soon, her emotions welled up as the hopeless romantic that was George Bailey began to succumb to the pressures and injustices of life. He had blamed his own uncle for destroying their business, lashed out at his wife and children in anger, and gone crawling to his hated rival for a loan. The hardest scenes for her to watch were always the bar fight and the car crash. Still, she always stuck it out. The best was yet to come.Just as George stood atop the bridge, Gabby caught sight of something out of the corner of her eye. A young man of about nineteen or twenty was watching the movie from a distance away, leaning against a tree near the road. His face twisted in angst as he saw the pain on display in the film, and he soon spun around, walking into the nearby park. Gabby couldn't explain why, but something compelled her to follow him and make sure he was okay.Collecting her lawn chair, she walked along the perimeter of the green space, soon arriving at the entrance to the park. As she went, she began to hear angry shouting up ahead of her; it sounded like the young man was in distress. After a few minutes, she came upon the fountain situated in the center of the park. On a bench sat the man from earlier, appearing to be deep in thought. By the glow of the lamppost, Gabby could now get a good look at him. He appeared to be of average height, maybe 5'7”, and had shaggy black hair that seemed a bit unkempt. Still, it's color shone in the light of the park, and his white skin provided for quite a striking appearance. A pair of black horn-rimmed glasses framed his face, which combined with his red MIT hoodie to project a very specific image into Gabby's mind. He had to be incredibly intelligent.As she studied him, she saw the young man pull an object out of the pocket of his jeans. Catching a glimpse of something reflective, she could now see that he was holding a small folding knife. Gabby tensed up and wondered if she should run, but soon decided against it; he didn't seem to have even noticed her presence. In fact, the way he looked at the knife was quite unsettling. It was as if he saw that little blade as his best friend in the world. She knew the look in his eyes. She knew what would happen in a moment if she did nothing. Taking a deep breath, Gabby decided to act.“Hey.”Intervention.Ken was startled by the unfamiliar voice. Looking up, he now saw a woman in her early twenties standing across the way. She gazed at him with intent, but for what reason he did not know. Looking back at her, Ken's typical awkwardness began to kick in, as he could see that she was quite beautiful. Dressed warmly in a black winter coat and blue jeans, she wore a grey knit cap over her long blonde hair. Upon first glance, she appeared to be of some sort of Scandinavian descent, or perhaps German, though Ken couldn't be sure. His mouth went dry as he tried to find the words to speak.“Everything okay?” she asked.“Uh; fine. Why do you, um; why do you ask?”Smiling, she replied, “I saw you over on the green, watching the movie. By the look on your face, you were having a tough time with it. When I saw you walk off towards the park, I felt I should come and see if anything was wrong.”“No, nothing's wrong.”“Good. Then I shouldn't be concerned about the way you're looking at that knife of yours, right?”Shaking his head, Ken answered, “I'm not going to hurt you. Promise.”“That's not what I'm concerned about.”“Wha; what do you mean?” Ken asked, his eyes growing wide.“I've seen that look before,” she said, taking a couple of steps closer. “I am, sadly, all too familiar with it. You were about to hurt yourself, weren't you?”“You don't know a thing about me, lady,” Ken muttered, preparing to leave.“I don't have to know anything about you to be concerned,” she fired back.“Concerned,” Ken snorted. “How could you be concerned about me? You don't even know me!”“Easily rectified. Gabrielle Libertine. My friends call me Gabby,” she said, sticking out her hand with a warm smile. When he didn't respond, she smirked and continued, “This is the part where you tell me your name.”Sighing, he replied, “Ken. Ken Dix.”“A pleasure, Ken,” she said as they shook hands.“So; Gabrielle, eh? You supposed to be my Clarence or something?”With a playful gasp, she responded, “Oh my God! Does that mean you're Jimmy Stewart?! I've had the biggest crush on you for Years!”Ken gave a nervous laugh. “Alright, alright, I walked into that one. But in all seriousness.”“No, I'm not a Guardian Angel or the Word of God or anything like that. Just an average person like you.” Motioning to the bench, she asked, “May I?”“Sure, I guess,” Ken answered, scooting to the edge.“Thanks.” Taking a seat, she continued, “So tell me this, Ken: why would you want to hurt, maybe kill yourself?”His face twisted in pain. “You don't want to know.”“I do. Believe me, I do.”Sighing with reluctance, Ken relented and began to tell Gabby of the events of the day. He started with Jacqueline and Jason, then the confrontation with his uncle, and finally the fake phone number showing Jacqueline's true colors. Through it all, Gabby sat in silence, maintaining eye contact and nodding whenever appropriate. At last, he finished his story, and Gabby could feel her heart breaking within her chest.“Ken; I'm so sorry. I can feel the pain in your voice. No one deserves what you've gone through today. I know it's of little help, but I do understand what you're going through.”“Understand?” Ken said, incredulous. “How could a girl like you understand any of this? I mean, look at you. You're gorgeous, and I bet you've always been popular. Just like Jacqueline. Just like Jason. Just like Uncle Lee. None of you could ever imagine the world I live in.”With a stern look on her face, she replied, “I'm going to choose to let that slide, considering everything you've told me. Still, you need to know that what you just said was quite hurtful. Almost as hurtful as the things that have been said to you today.”Ken recoiled. He knew she was right. “I'm; I'm sorry. You're right; I should never have said that. You've been nothing but nice to me tonight.”“Apology accepted,” Gabby said with a smile. “Humility is a rare trait in men these days. Hang on to that.”Ken thought she might be mocking him, but bit his tongue nonetheless. He had already insulted her once, and he wasn't going to chance a second time.Seeking to turn the conversation to happier topics, she asked, “M I T, huh? You're an awful long way from home, aren't you?”“Huh? Oh, the hoodie. Yeah, I'm a freshman there this year, just home on break right now.”“Nice. Major?”“Health sciences. I want to go to medical school after MIT, though I'm still figuring out a specialty.”“Plenty of time to decide that. I'm sure you'll find the right career path,” she said with a grin.As nice as it was to talk about a familiar topic, a few things still bugged Ken's mind to no end. “I still can't figure it out; why would Jacqueline do this?”Frowning, Gabby replied, “Some people are cruel. Often the ones that are the cruelest disguise it with a kind, warm public demeanor. Jacqueline sounds like she fits that mold to a T.”“And she hid it all that time while we were in school?”“You were useful at the time, in her mind. She wasn't going to chance losing that. Once she got what she needed, she had no more reason to hide her true feelings.”“Yeah, but still. Why be all friendly to me in the store?”“In her twisted mind, she probably felt she was doing you a favor. She wanted to ensure you never tried to contact her again. To a cruel person like her; that's her idea of doing you a kindness,” Gabby replied sadly. “We just have to hope that there's enough real kindness in this world to counteract such cruelty.”Now noticing a silver cross hanging from her neck, Ken pointed to it and asked, “I guess this the part where you start lecturing me about suicide? That I'm being selfish and trying to go against God's plan?”“No,” she replied with simplicity.“No?”“No. Ken, I meant it when I said that I've seen that look before. I know better than most that suicidal thoughts are rarely that simple. There's no switch that can turn them off. It's a tide that must be turned back, bit by bit.”Stunned, Ken started to see that this woman understood what was important in life. Realizing he still had the knife in his hand, he folded it closed and put it back in his pocket.“Bit by bit,” she said with a smile. “My car's around the corner. Is there somewhere I can take you? Where do you live?”“I'm not going home. Not yet,” Ken replied. “Not with my uncles still there.”“No problem. I'm not going to force you.” Thinking a moment, she continued, “It's pretty cold out here. Why don't you come back to my place for a bit?”“That's; unnecessary. I'm fine on my own.”“Nice try, but no cigar,” she said. “I'm not leaving you alone with that knife, mister. And I'm certainly not leaving you alone on Christmas Eve. Nobody should be alone for the holidays.”“Thanks, but; won't your husband mind?”“He would, if I were married.”“Boyfriend?”“Nope, just my townhouse and me. Pretty cozy, all things considered. No problems with you coming over, but I do have one condition.”“And what's that?”Smirking, Gabby replied, “You call your mom right now and tell her you're okay.”Hesitating a moment, Ken soon relented. “Fine.” Tapping his phone, Ken waited as it rang. “Hey Mom, it's me; Yeah, I'm okay; No, seriously. I'm fine; Yeah I'm just hanging with a friend. I probably won't be back ‘til tomorrow; I will; Love you too; Bye.”“See? Now that wasn't so bad, was it?” Gabby teased him.Eying her, Ken asked. “You're seriously okay with bringing me to your home?”“Positive.”Taking his hand, Gabby led him to her car.Gabby's guest.The drive had been silent for the most part. Ken was still trying to comprehend everything that was happening. Who was this woman? Why would she go to such great lengths for a stranger she didn't even know? Gabby seemed to pick up on this, refraining from prodding him for any further conversation. She could tell he was still processing the events of the day. Soon, they arrived at her townhouse complex and pulled into her garage.“Come on in, make yourself at home,” she said as she turned on the lights. “Can I offer you something to drink? Coffee? Hot chocolate?”“Hot chocolate sounds good, thanks.”“Coming right up!”As she hung her hat and jacket up on a rack, Ken couldn't help but stare. He now saw that she wasn't just a pretty face; her entire body was sublime. She wore a tight burgundy sweater and a pair of tight, form-fitting jeans. This ensemble only served to accent her body even further. Her hourglass figure was delectable, her slim waist contrasting with her curvy hips and ample bust. She was also just as tall as him, perhaps a bit taller, with legs for miles. Though Ken had fantasized about some of his classmates, none of them could come anywhere close to Gabby. She was a woman, not a girl, and in the prime of her life no less.“Here you go,” she said, handing Ken a mug.After blowing on the hot drink, he took a sip, feeling the warm liquid spreading through his body. “Thanks,” he sighed.“No problem,” she replied with a smile. “Come on, let's go relax in the den.”She led him into an intimate area with a sofa and a loveseat. The only illumination came from the twinkling multicolored lights on her Christmas tree in the corner. As Ken took in the relaxing surroundings, smelling the delicious scent of her Frazier fir tree, Gabby stepped over to the fireplace opposite the sofa. Flipping a switch, she soon had a comfortable fire roaring from the gas logs. She then sat on the sofa, placing her mug on the side table and patting the spot next to her.“Come sit. I promise I don't bite,” she said with a playful grin.“Um, okay.” he mumbled, scooting as close to the armrest as he could to give Gabby plenty of space.“Tell me about M I T,” she inquired. “You mentioned you want to go into health sciences. Does that include medical school?”“Uh, yeah with any luck. Harvard would be my top choice, but I don't know if I could afford it. But assuming so, my dream has always been to be a brain surgeon.”“Brain surgeon?! That's so cool! They're like; the most badass of all the badass doctors! Not just surgeons, brain surgeons!” Gabby gushed.“It's, uh, not that big a deal,” Ken replied as he blushed with embarrassment.“Well, I could totally see you as a brain surgeon. Don't ever give up on it.”“Thanks.”“So, what then for you, Dr. Dix? What happens once you reach your dream?”Ken began to feel a strange amount of comfort with this woman, and started to open up to her. “Honestly; I don't know. I mean even if I become a brain surgeon, I'm still hopeless around girls. Maybe Jason's right. I'm gonna die a virgin.” Realizing what he had confessed to her, he turned to Gabby and blurted out, “Not that it's your problem, or anything. S-sorry, I just; I shouldn't have gone that far.”Gabby just smiled and moved closer to him, brushing her hand against his arm.“Don't worry about it. You have goals, both personal and professional, but aren't sure exactly how to achieve them. So you're a virgin. That's nothing to be embarrassed about, and it's healthy to express your anxiety about it. That can help you overcome your fears. In all seriousness, I think you underestimate yourself, Ken.”“Underestimate myself?”“Of course,” Gabby replied. “You're smart, considerate, polite, you even held the car door for me earlier! Any girl you'd want to be with is gonna swoon at traits like that. I can also tell that you still think of yourself as unattractive, but I disagree. You wear glasses, yes, but that doesn't make you a dork. Your hair is a little shaggy, but not greasy or anything. You may not have a tan, but your skin complexion is damn near flawless. You have nothing to be ashamed of, be it your looks or your personality.”“You're about the only woman who thinks so,” he sighed.“Doubtful, but if it's that big a worry for you, I can give you a couple of pointers, if you like.”“Um, oh, okay I guess.”“Great! Okay, so you definitely give off the ‘geek' vibe, but that's not a bad thing. Don't fight it; own it.”“How?”“Well, you can make just some slight alterations to your outward appearance that can change the way others see you. For example, you could switch to wire-framed glasses instead of your horn-rimmed ones. Your hair is a great color, and would do well in a short, clean-cut style, if I do say so myself. You can also change out your usual t-shirts for some casual polo shirts.”“So; the secret to getting women to notice me is to change who I am?” Ken asked, feeling more than a little offended.Cocking her eyebrow, Gabby replied, “Are you saying your glasses, hair length, and shirt choices define who you are?”“Oh, uh; fair point,” Ken conceded.“See? Humility. Such a rare quality these days,” Gabby said with a grin. “To be honest, all the changes I suggested are things my brother did a couple of years back. He was a complete geek, maybe even bigger than you. The poor boy was helpless around the fairer sex. But after he made these changes, he no longer came off as the socially awkward geek. He came off as a self-assured, confident geek, one who loves himself for who he is. I see that potential in you, Ken.” Grabbing her iPad from the side table, she pulled up a couple of pictures for him. “See? Here's before. And here's after.”“Woah,” Ken marveled. He could see the drastic difference. The guy hadn't done anything to make himself stronger or bulkier, nothing to increase his manliness, but the things he did change just popped in all the right ways. Was it really that simple?“That's great and all, but can new clothes and a haircut get rid of social awkwardness? I still don't have even a shred of confidence around women,” Ken said.“They can help, but a change in your mental confidence is completely based on your willpower. You have to love yourself as much as you want others to love you. If you don't, everyone else will pick up on it.”“Knew there was a catch.”Gabby bit her lip in frustration. There had to be a way she could give him the confidence boost he needed to love himself, but how? Getting one somewhat crazy idea, she moved closer to Ken.“I'm guessing from your previous statements that; you've never kissed a girl before. Is that right Ken?”Poor Ken Dix didn't even know what had hit him. Here he was, sitting with the most beautiful woman he'd ever laid eyes on, and the unthinkable was beginning to happen. She was moving closer, running her fingers through his hair, and now wanted to know if he'd ever been kissed! This was too much, way beyond any of his hottest dreams. Unable to find the words to respond, he managed to slowly nod his head.“Close your eyes,” she instructed in her sweet voice. When he only blinked in reply, she whispered, “Close; your eyes, Ken. Trust me.”Guided by an unseen force, Ken felt compelled to obey her. His eyes finally fluttered closed, and his breathing became more labored in anticipation of what was to come. A small part of him doubted that she was being truthful, thinking that she'd fake him out just like Jacqueline had. Those doubts were soon quashed, as he felt the warm sensation of Gabby's face leaning close to his. He could feel her breathing. He could smell her perfume. If there was a God, Ken prayed, then and there; that He could make this incredible moment last forever.After what felt like eons, Gabby finally released their building tension and touched her lips to Ken's. Her kiss was soft at first, allowing him to savor the new sensations he was feeling. Ken was so terrified and excited all at once that he could barely even move his lips in reply. Not that it mattered to Gabby. She had expected his fear, and made sure to keep her technique simple yet enjoyable. After around thirty seconds, she withdrew at last, her face aglow in the Christmas tree light.“Wow,” Ken managed to mutter as he opened his eyes. He soon noticed that he couldn't see Gabby at all; his glasses had fogged up from their kiss.“Here, let's just take these off,” Gabby said with a giggle. She slipped his glasses off and laid them on her side table. “Now then, since we've gotten your first kiss out of the way, ready to really dive in?”“Dive in to what?” Ken asked, his nerves beginning to fray.“Kissing, silly! You do know there's much more to it than what we just did, right?”“More?”“Of course! Look, one day you'll get the prime opportunity to kiss a special lady, and I want you to be ready when that chance comes.”To be continued in part 2, based on a post by auguy86, in 2 parts for Sex Stories.

Here we go with the start of a new month and with it a new mix of fresh new sounds.I actually ran out of new tunes, it was a well discussed topic in the chatroom as to whether I had enough.  So I decided to end the mix with two of my own tracks, Can't Play which was my second track made and my latest one, Beautiful Persons.I was also so happy to be able to play a track I melted in 1998 in my attic room in Nottingham.  I got excited when Defected bought Strictly Rhythm's back catalogue but The Believers, Heather Wildman - Gotta Keep Holding On wasn't released.  Imagine my surprise when it suddenly shows up in Traxsource!Locking in the guest DJ for this month, Tony Garcia of Rotary Disco fame.  He produced the excellent remake or Nights Over Egypt - Over Pyramids that appeared in last months mix.  One of the nicest guys in the scene, I can't to have him on.For those of you in Sydney you can catch me next on Feb 16th playing for Soul Of Sydney who are doing a Frankie Knuckles tribute event.  Looking forward to spinning vinyl from across the decades for a very appreciative older crowd.Finally - it was nice to be able to pay respects to the late, great Michael Procter.  Another of house musics great male vocalists.  R.I.P. brother.Tracklisting:1: KC Flight - Voices2: 16B, Omid 16B -Trail Of Dreams (Dirty Dream Mix)3: Cezar Touch - Slappin & Clappin (Hector Moralez Remix)4: Dreamer G, Kerri Chandler - I Got That Feelin' (Demuir's Playboi Dub Edit)5: Bonetti - I Can't Give You Up6: Sean McCabe, Hanlei - Now Is The Time7: The Believers, Heather Wildman - Gotta Keep Holding On 8: Zetbee - For Your Love10: Foo Funkers - Love Enough11: Michael Procter - Fall Down (Grant's Club Vibe)12: Frits Wentink - About You13: hugs! - Set Me Free14: George Smeddles - Festival Track15: Jasper Street Co. - Solid Ground (Doo Dew Solid Mix)16: Walter G - Omakla17: Max Kion - Revival18: Klaus Veen - Poison19: Renaud Genton - In A Flash20: Vincenzo Gerri - All I Need21: Max Kernmayer - Exclusive Selection22: Intrallazzi - Pik Nik (The Cube Guys Mix)23: Joeski, Héctor Lavoe - Dia De Ayer24: c2eMusic - Beautiful Person25: c2eMusic - Can't StayEnjoy!

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Get ready to redefine your approach to business and personal growth in this episode of Weekly Compass. Eric dives into the power of anticipation, drawing from surprising sources like Green Beret snipers and the Catholic confessional, to illustrate how experience and thoughtful reflection can transform your decision-making. He challenges the conventional wisdom of avoiding assumptions, highlighting how anticipating potential scenarios, backed by experience and data, can give you a competitive edge. The episode also explores the importance of overcoming limiting beliefs and the need to operate your business as the company you aspire to be. This episode will inspire you to take action, refine your business practices, and aim for success with a strategic mindset.   Key Takeaways: Invest in role-playing and sales training to anticipate client needs and objections Collect data, take notes, and reflect on your experiences to identify patterns and improve your decision-making. Challenge your limiting beliefs and operate your business like the company you dream of becoming. Focus on taking action rather than waiting for perfection, understanding that 80% effort from your team can still be 100% awesome. Embrace coaching and mentorship as essential for ongoing personal and professional development, regardless of your current success level.   Links to resources:    Contractor Sales Secrets: ContractorSalesSecrets.com   Water Garden Expo 2025: WGExpo.com   The All American Koi Show: AllAmericanKoiShow.com   Fitz Fish Ponds: Koi Trips   Book A Call With Triplett: Call with Triplett   The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/   LA Pet Fair: https://www.lapetfair.com/    You can also check out The Pond Digger's products at:   http://helixpondfiltration.com/    TWT Contractor Circle   TWT Contractor Power Circle   And follow his adventures in the pond world at: Instagram  Facebook  TikTok 

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Retail theft is costing businesses billions, but locking up merchandise alienates customers and reduces sales. Solutions exist, and finding a balance between security and customer satisfaction is crucial for retailers. • Retail theft costs nearly $94.5 billion annually • 60% of shoppers encounter locked merchandise regularly • 27% of customers abandon purchases due to locked items • Locking up products damages trust and customer loyalty • Innovative solutions include RFID technology and smart shelving • Open store layouts can encourage theft prevention and customer satisfaction • Retailers must balance theft prevention with a positive shopping experienceReferencesNumerater 2024  https://www.numerator.com/press/60-of-consumers-encounter-locked-up-merchandise-27-will-switch-retailers-or-abandon-purchase-numerator-reports/?utm_source=chatgpt.comCrain's New York Business https://www.crainsnewyork.com/retail/walgreens-says-locking-items-hurts-sales?utm_source=chatgpt.comSupport the show► Subscribe to The Scott Townsend Show YouTube channel --- https://bit.ly/3iV8sOTThe Scott Townsend Show Merchandise https://teespring.com/stores/tsts-2Resources and Links--------------------------------------------My contact info:LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2ZZ4qweTwitter https://bit.ly/3enLDQaFacebook https://bit.ly/2Od4ItOInstagram https://bit.ly/2ClncWlSend me a text: 918-397-0327Executive Producer: Ben TownsendCreative Consultant: Matthew Blue TownsendShot with a 1080P Webcam with Microphone, https://amzn.to/32gfgAuSamson Technologies Q2U USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone Recording and Podcasting Pack https://amzn.to/3TIbACeVoice Actor: Britney McCulloughLogo by Angie Jordan https://blog.angiejordan.com/contact/Theme Song by Androzguitar https://www.fiverr.com/inbox/androzguitar

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Are you a naughty sissy? Maybe you're simply someone who needs a firm hand with your feminization training. Perhaps you are someone who is new to sissification and curious about what might be involved. This episode is all about using BDSM protocols, pain, and firm control for sissy training.What is petticoat discipline?Petticoating and its origin in Victorian England (TLDR those people were very kinky!)Discipline can be used for behavior modification, correction, and more.Maintenance spanking to ensure submission and obedience.Mistress Erika points out that the training might not involve any form of physical pain - it can be things like:Erotic humiliation which we call pain for the brainBDSM high protocol used to reinforce roles of power exchangeFeminization as part of a FLR - Female Led RelationshipsHow a Femdom Mistress can use tasks and rewards to reinforce feminization goalsThe hosts give specific scene examples that call for:Locking clothing and shoesCBT: ball slapping, etc.ChastityHave you ever thought about how many ways there are to train a sissy? We have (as you can tell) - now we want to hear from you! Do you need a firm hand? Let us know.Mistress Olivia's blog:  Experienced MistressMistress Erika's blog: Intelligent Phone Fantasy

Do NOT lock your interest rate before asking your lender these 5 questions. Are you a first time home buyer wondering about the process of locking your mortgage rate when buying a house? What questions should be be asking? In this video, we discuss the 5 Questions You Must Ask Your Lender Before Locking Your Interest Rate =========================================== ✅ - Connect Directly With Our Mortgage & Real Estate Team - http://www.theeducatedhomebuyer.com/expert ⏩ - Let us contact you as rates drop- http://www.theeducatedhomebuyer.com/ratewatch

In 2025, staying focused is more crucial than ever as we navigate a world filled with constant distractions. This is the year to harness your power and realise IT'S TIME TO LOCK IN and focus on what truly matters—your goals, your growth, and your dreams. The key to success lies in your ability to filter out the noise and channel your energy into the things that will make the biggest impact. Locking allows you to create momentum, overcome challenges, and unlock your full potential! "You've got to lock in, and once you get to your spot you need to get focused."― Dr. Walter BondSpeakers:Walter BondYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCTLXorscBpgzczNFPdpO_jg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walter_bond/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalterBondMotivationalSpeaker/Twitter: https://x.com/walterbondZig ZiglarWebsite: https://www.ziglar.com/Bobby MaximusYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCSzAriYndMjGjJciDYyj47w Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobbymaximus/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialbobbymaximus/Twitter: https://x.com/BobbyMaximus?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorMarcus TaylorYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCOeIJKncVmnnTIbNdXt7drg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unlockelevation/?hl=enTony RobbinsYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/@UCJLMboBYME_CLEfwsduI0wQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyrobbins/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TonyRobbins/Twitter: https://x.com/TonyRobbins?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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hello hotties and happy new year! thank you all for being so patient with me as I took a week off last week... its been a hectic end of the year and ill fill you all in on the chaos that has been happening in my life. the patreon has also been updated and prices have been lowered! if you've been thinking about becoming a member now is the time to do so! we would love to have you, getting into our topics I finally share my new years resolutions and what im getting excited for. journaling, how to get it into your routine and stay consistent, how to truly stay consistent to your goals, locking tf in, favorite high activities, becoming a tea girl, spiritual new years tips and sourcing a reading, predicting your future, how to stop copying and actually become your true self, making friends as an adult in your independent phase, hair update and how im saving my newly bleached damaged hair, does it get better? manifesting your dreams and new years goals and much much much more! If you want to see more from me and keep up with updates follow me on instagram hannahmarlene and join the patreon for exclusive content every week, patreon.com/smokeseshshawty and ill see you all so soon, MUAH!

Dean continues with part two on his reactive basic tool set for homeowners when something breaks, gets loose, or squeaks. Dean says to grab yourself some pliers into your reactive tool kit and explains the general rule on them. Dean finds channel locking pliers as a great add-on to the kit, the difference of wrenches.Plus, Dean recaps the essential tools that one may need for any case scenario when it comes to fixing things around your home. 

Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson recap the top stories from Week 16 of the NFL season including Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry and the Baltimore Ravens clinching a playoff spot with a victory over Russell Wilson and the Pittsburgh Steelers, Cincinnati bengals WR Ja’marr Chase tells Tee Higgins they are “stuck together and locked in for life,” Michael Penix Jr. gets the win in his first start for the Atlanta Falcons against the New York Giants 24-7 and much more!03:10 - Sam Darnold was a big surprise12:30 - Ravens vs. Steelers19:10 - Myles Garrett gives the Browns an ultimatum24:00 - Bengals business with Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins28:30 - Are the Falcons gonna cut Kirk Cousins?36:26 - They’re not looking at the Madden ratings38:10 - Atlanta has a new starting quarterback: Michael Penix Jr.43:00 - Fans panic over Tyreek Hill social media post(Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After watching Rick's video of his plane flying, I was curious about how he used a 360 camera attached to the wing of the airplane to literally show different views, all from the same camera. Rick walks us through how he makes it all work.  An article in ArsTechnica about the poor security that is in wifi routers and home electronics starts us off on how to be smart in your use of the internet in your home without comprimising your computer data. We are both puzzled as to why your stove needs to be wifi enabled.  Check out Proton for email and VPN and Easy Opt Out for removing your name from data brokers.  Mozilla, the non profit behind the Firefox browser has a VPN which helps fund their mission of safely using the web. https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/products/vpn/  Get My Email Newsletter: https://www.gardenfork.tv/email/ Nicole's Book, Tilting, A Memior https://amzn.to/4e4LPTE  Start your Amazon shopping using our affiliate link: https://amazon.com/shop/gardenfork Become a GF Patron! Get cool weekly pics + The After Show https://www.patreon.com/gardenfork My Fav Cordless Drill-Driver set: https://www.amazon.com/shop/gardenfork/list/2NOD6P1XZLHQE My Stationary Bike https://amzn.to/3z0XQFN GardenFork receives compensation when you use our affiliate links. This is how we pay the bills ;) GF Sweaters and T Shirts https://teespring.com/stores/gardenfork-2 Email me: radio@gardenfork.tv Watch us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/gardenfork Music used on the podcast is licensed by AudioBlocks and Unique Tracks ©2024 GardenFork Media LLC All Rights Reserved GardenFork Radio is produced in Brooklyn, NY

As we grow up, there are little windows of time when we can learn very, very fast, and very, very deeply. Scientists call these moments, critical periods. Real, neurological, biological states when our brain can soak up information like a sponge. Then, these windows of learning close. Locking us in to certain behaviors and skills for the rest of our lives. But … what if we could reopen them? Today, we consider a series of discoveries that are reshaping our understanding of when and how we can learn. And what that could mean for things like PTSD, brain disease, or strokes. And cuddle puddles. It's a mind-bending discussion. Literally and figuratively.This is the second episode in an ongoing series hosted by Molly Webster, in conversation with scientists and science-y people, doing work at the furthest edges of what we know. You can find the first episode here. More to come! Special thanks to Gül Dölen, at the University of California, Berkeley, along with researcher Romain Nardou. Plus, Charles Philipp and David Herman.We have some exciting news! In the “Zoozve” episode, Radiolab named its first-ever quasi-moon, and now it's your turn! Radiolab has teamed up with The International Astronomical Union to launch a global naming contest for one of Earth's quasi-moons. This is your chance to make your mark on the heavens. Vote on your favorites starting in November: https://radiolab.org/moonEPISODE CREDITS: Hosted by - Molly WebsterReported by - Molly WebsterProduced by -Sindhu Gnanasambandan with help from - Timmy Broderick and Molly WebsterOriginal music and sound design contributed by - Dylan Keefewith mixing help from - Jeremy BloomFact-checking by - Emily Kriegerand Edited by  - Soren WheelerEPISODE CITATIONS:Science Articles -Gul's 2019 paper: Oxytocin-dependent reopening of a social reward learning critical period with MDMA  (https://zpr.io/wfQjeA6PGCBv) on the feel-good brain chemical oxytocin, and how it reopens social reward learning when combined with MDMA.Gul's 2023 paper: Psychedelics reopen the social reward learning critical period (https://zpr.io/TKDKEwiLwGRN) on the role of psychedelics in social reward learning. Sign-up for our newsletter. It includes short essays, recommendations, and details about other ways to interact with the show. Sign up (https://radiolab.org/newsletter)!Radiolab is supported by listeners like you. Support Radiolab by becoming a member of The Lab (https://members.radiolab.org/) today.Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @radiolab, and share your thoughts with us by emailing radiolab@wnyc.org.Leadership support for Radiolab's science programming is provided by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, Science Sandbox, a Simons Foundation Initiative, and the John Templeton Foundation. Foundational support for Radiolab was provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.