Podcasts about Luck

Storyteller and librarian Roslyn Quin joins Liz and Ben to discover there’s nowt as queer as folklore, as we discuss Terry Pratchett’s 2008 (and 2009 and 2014) collaboration with folklorist Jacqueline Simpson, The Folklore of Discworld. Wherever there are folk, you’ll find folklore: the stories, traditions, superstitions and more that tell people who they are, and make up their world. The curious thing is, the folklore of a flat world swimming through space on the back of a giant turtle turns out to have a considerable amount in common with that of a round world orbiting a star… The Folklore of Discworld is part a greatest hits collection of Terry’s imagination, and part a summary of the Roundworld lore that inspired or at least resembles its Discworld counterparts. Like The Science of Discworld books it’s a collaboration with an expert in the field – in this case, Dr Jacqueline Simpson of the Folklore Society. Unlike those books, however, there’s no neat division into fiction and non-fiction chapters, with the whole thing written in one voice. It both assumes a fair amount of interest in the Discworld, but also repeats lots of lore about creatures, people and places that fans will probably know, so it’s the discussion and the comparison to Roundworld – and especially British – folklore that makes it shine. What are your favourite bits of folklore here, whether from the Disc or from Roundworld? Do you feel like this has Pratchett’s voice, or is it mostly Simpson’s? Was there enough detail, or were you yearning for more? Which of the versions did you read? And what folklore would you love to see included if it was ever revised again? Join our online conversation via email or by incanting the magic phrase #Pratchat93 on the social media platform of your choice (assuming it’s one where we are). Guest Roslyn Quin (she/they) is a storyteller, librarian, puppeteer, actor, clown and artist who began her performance career with the 2012 solo storytelling show The Red Bird and Death. Since then she’s performed as part of festivals, cabaret and burlesque nights, on podcasts (including the hit Australian audio comedy Love and Luck), and wherever two or more are gathered together and ready to hear a tale. These days you’ll mostly find Ros telling stories to children of all ages at Yarra Plenty Regional Libraries. As mentioned in the episode, she’ll also be telling stories at 6, 7 and 8 PM on Friday 3 July for Melbourne’s free Firelight Festival at Docklands Park! You can also find out more about Ros at roslynquin.com. You can find episode notes and errata on our web site. Next month it’s back to the pixels one more time, as we try and solve three missing persons cases at once in Perfect Entertainment’s third and final Discworld adventure game, Discworld Noir! Send us your questions via email (chat@pratchatpodcast.com), use the hashtag #Pratchat94 on social media, or just turn up at our office acting mysterious. That always works. Want to help us get to the end of our six(ish) year mission and read every Pratchett book – and more? You can support us with a tip, or a subscription for as little as $2 a month, and that's cuttin' our own throats! See our Support Us page for details.

Nikki goes solo for a fascinating conversation with spiritual mentor, medium, and intuitive tarot reader Niamh McCarthy—just minutes after sitting down for a private one-on-one tarot reading herself. Together, they dive into intuition, signs from the universe, spirit guides, and Niamh's powerful Soul Team Method, all while unpacking some of the biggest takeaways from Nikki's personal reading. From Niamh's surprising journey from touring the world with artists like Madonna and U2 to becoming one of today's most sought-after spiritual mentors, this episode explores how intuition, alignment, and self-trust can help guide us through life's biggest questions. Plus, Nikki and Niamh play a fun round of “Mindful or Mind Games?” separating real spiritual guidance from internet woo-woo. Whether you're deeply spiritual or simply curious, this conversation is full of insight, perspective, and a little magic. Press play. Call Nikki & Brie at 833-GARCIA2 and leave a voicemail! Follow Nikki & Brie on Instagram, follow the show on Instagram and TikTok and send Nikki & Brie a message on Threads! Follow Bonita Bonita on Instagram Book a reservation at the Bonita Bonita Speakeasy To watch exclusive videos of this week's episode, follow The Nikki & Brie Show on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok! You can also catch The Nikki & Brie Show on SiriusXM Stars 109! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump are buying an island! Michael Kosta covered it on The Daily Show. Netflix has a new Michael Jackson trial documentary that claims to be dropping bombshells. If you liked the biopic, you won't like this. Here's why Tom Holland won't ever host SNL. Check us out on Instagram: @Alice973 Sarah got a new wardrobe for you. Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity, so you gotta be ready when luck strikes. National Cheese Day is a big debate here at Sarah and Vinnie.

Hour 1: Bob's Movie Club has its next assignment: Chappie (2015). One of Sarah's favorite movies! Let's eat some headlines. Paranormal Activity on Broadway? Bunny Xo, Jelly Roll's wife, wrote a memoir that is getting an adaptation. The NBA finals have begun, and the Knicks are happy this morning. California is looking for a new governor. Online dating is bigger than ever, but most people still hope to find someone in the wild. Matty, of course, claims it isn't that easy. Vinnie tells the story of how he met his wife. Hour 2: Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump are buying an island! Michael Kosta covered it on The Daily Show. Netflix has a new Michael Jackson trial documentary that claims to be dropping bombshells. If you liked the biopic, you won't like this. Here's why Tom Holland won't ever host SNL. Check us out on Instagram: @Alice973 Sarah got a new wardrobe for you. Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity, so you gotta be ready when luck strikes. National Cheese Day is a big debate here at Sarah and Vinnie. Hour 3: We get a new Taylor Swift song TONIGHT! Quentin Tarantino says Hollywood has turned into a flavorless sausage factory. The summer blockbuster lineup is upon us! Two cops got into a bizarre altercation over smelly lunch. AI powered teddy bears sound like a great babysitter. Pepsi has a new “night” version. Americans of all ages and demographics are playing video games! Hour 4: Weezer just announced a new album! World Cup tickets are reportedly dropping. Reba McEntire is getting married! What does “good” mental health look like? Vinnie is telling us! Sarah is glad we're changing the stigma. A terrifying story from Vinnie. These jobs won't be automated by AI anytime soon.

Well, well, the latest data from the ABS revealed that Australia's economy decelerated last quarter, missing estimates, thanks to the early impact of higher fuel costs and rising interest rates as well as slowing wages, with modest household and public sector expenditure as well as cyclone disruptions to mining and export activities. There are three … Continue reading "Australia Saved By Data Centres For Now, As Our Luck Runs Dry…"

Luck is the number one factor for career success, said legendary executive search pioneer Egon Zehnder to a young Claudio Fernández-Aráoz early in his career. After four decades of placing leaders at the highest levels of global business, Claudio has come to agree. But luck, he argues, is only part of the story. The factor leaders can control, and the one that separates good organizations from great ones, is the quality of their people decisions. Claudio is a top global expert on leadership and talent, family businesses, and personal growth, having personally conducted more than 20,000 leadership interviews. In this Tugboat Institute® talk, he draws on decades of experience and vivid real-world examples to explain why our brains are hardwired to make poor hiring choices, how to assess both competence and potential, and why making great people decisions is the most powerful driver of lasting organizational success, one that aligns naturally with the Evergreen® commitment to building companies that endure. Listen and be inspired to raise the standard for how you find and develop the people who will carry your company forward.

The luckier you are the nicer you should be, plus three questions from you.

The idea of creating more "luck" in your life may not be random at all, but instead something that can be influenced through a few simple but powerful shifts in how you think and act each day.     On today's show, I go over 7 core principles behind why some people consistently attract opportunities while others feel like they're always missing their break.     We'll explore how forward momentum, awareness, and preparation all play a role in opening doors you may not have seen before, and why waiting for the "perfect moment" can often hold people back more than they realize.     I'll also break down how your surroundings and internal focus quietly shape the opportunities you notice, and how subtle shifts in both can begin to change your trajectory over time.     Most importantly, you'll learn how these principles work together to create what we often label as "luck," and how small, intentional actions can compound into very different outcomes over time.     So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3762 as we uncover how to create more luck in your life, and how you may already be closer to it than you think.   - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3762 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral's Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels) - - - > Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test (Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels) - - - > Complete Food Sensitivity Test (Find out your hidden food sensitivities) - - - > Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test (Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels) - - - Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall: StephenCabral.com/askcabral - - - Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept? The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!

What if luck isn't something you wait for, but something you can learn to create? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Julie Austin on her new book Creating Serendipity: Think Like an Inventor to Generate Good Luck.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comJulie Austin is an award-winning author, inventor, futurist, and innovation keynote speaker. She's an internationally known thought leader on the topic of innovation, and CEO of the consulting firm Creative Innovation Group. She's been an innovation keynote speaker for corporations such as Procter & Gamble, Novartis Pharmaceuticals, Northrop Grumman, and Cognizant Technology Solutions. She's also been featured in the books “Patently Female” and “Girls Think of Everything”. Her patented product, HydroSport, wrist water bottles, have been a NASDAQ product of the year semi finalist and are currently sold in 25 countries. Julie and her products have appeared on The Today Show, The Queen Latifa Show, HGTV, Lifetime, ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX News, Inc. magazine, Fast Company, and the Wall Street Journal, along with dozens of TV shows, magazines and radio shows around the world.  https://creatingserendipity.com  https://creativeinnovationgroup.com  https://swiggies.comOrder on Amazon: https://a.co/d/07rmrBlO To learn more about the show and interview opportunities contact us at: https://www.mariannepestana.com 

Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity. That's why it seems to many that I have an ability to find winners. I don't take every trade - but this week has seen $ONDS $FSLR $APP $RDDT and $DELL as HUGE winners that were all included in the newsletter and podcast as potential winners. I'm glad some listeners and readers got in on the winners. SIGNAL STACK LINK

In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo reconnects with Dan Wentzel to unpack the dramatic shift that's taken place over the last several episodes. After months of overthinking, hesitation, and struggling with analysis paralysis, Dan is now operating from a completely different place: confidence built through reps, action, and real-world experience. What makes this conversation powerful is that the breakthrough didn't come from one magical strategy or perfect deal. It came from volume, repetition, relationships, and exposure to real offers in the marketplace. As Dan shares updates on an off-market self-storage opportunity he's been negotiating for months, the conversation reveals how seeing other buyers' offers, collaborating with the Storage Wins community, and repeatedly underwriting deals helped him realize something important: most experienced investors arrive at similar conclusions. That realization changed everything. The episode also dives into one of the most important principles in entrepreneurship and investing: progress creates confidence. Alex explains how momentum compounds through action—and how hesitation, overthinking, and fear create the exact opposite cycle. Along the way, Alex shares a personal story about nearly losing his first storage deal because he spent too much time trying to perfect contracts and eliminate uncertainty before moving forward. It becomes a powerful lesson in why confidence is built through action—not endless preparation. The conversation closes with a real-world financing breakthrough as Dan uncovers a bank financing option that completely changes the structure of a $3 million seller-financed deal and potentially removes one of the biggest obstacles holding the deal back. This episode is a masterclass in momentum, confidence, relationships, and learning how to trust yourself enough to move forward before everything feels certain. ⸻ You'll Learn How To: • Build confidence through reps, action, and real-world experience • Stop overthinking and start creating momentum through progress • Leverage relationships and community to strengthen decision-making • Understand how experienced investors structure creative offers • Balance asking the right questions without overcomplicating deals • Avoid losing opportunities by chasing perfection • Use bank financing creatively to solve seller financing obstacles • Detach from outcomes and focus on consistent execution ⸻ What You'll Learn in This Episode: [0:01] Why progress creates confidence—and confidence compounds [0:49] The major mindset and identity shift happening with Dan [2:07] Recognizing growth by comparing past vs current conversations [3:31] The specific off-market deal that accelerated Dan's confidence [4:13] Seeing how multiple buyers structured similar offers [5:00] Why creativity in financing changes everything [5:30] Realizing most experienced investors arrive at similar conclusions [6:06] The role of the Storage Wins community in building confidence [7:02] Why asking questions is critical when buying multimillion-dollar businesses [7:53] "You're one conversation away from a completely different life" [8:50] The mindset trap behind questioning small investments in yourself [10:13] Why relationships help you borrow confidence from others [10:48] The balance between asking enough questions vs too many [11:27] Alex's story of almost losing his first storage facility deal [13:07] The danger of trying to perfect contracts before taking action [14:27] Why people need more reps—not more information [15:05] The driving analogy: confidence is built by driving the car [16:12] Why investors try to "drive with one foot on the brake" [17:00] The importance of having a support system and community [18:17] How action transformed a community member into the "cold calling queen" [19:18] The cycle: action → progress → confidence → more action [20:49] Dan's current pipeline: underwriting deals and making offers [22:10] Why detaching from outcomes creates better energy and communication [23:20] "Luck" comes from preparation meeting opportunity [25:10] The financing breakthrough that changed the $3M deal structure [26:00] How bank financing reduced the required down payment dramatically [27:20] Why the seller may respond differently to a bank-financed offer [27:54] Alex's final challenge: stay committed to the process, not the outcome ⸻ Who This Episode Is For: • Investors struggling with confidence and momentum • Listeners dealing with analysis paralysis or overthinking • Anyone trying to buy their first self-storage facility • Entrepreneurs who need to build belief through action • Investors learning how to structure creative financing offers • People looking for the right community and support system • Anyone who needs to stop waiting for certainty before taking action ⸻ Why You Should Listen: Most people think confidence comes before action. In reality, confidence comes because of action. This episode breaks down how momentum is actually built—and why the investors who succeed are usually the ones willing to take imperfect action consistently, even before they feel fully ready. If you've been stuck overthinking deals, questioning yourself, or waiting until you feel "certain," this conversation will help you shift your mindset, simplify your approach, and start building the confidence that only comes through progress. ⸻ Follow Alex Pardo here: • Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ • Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 • Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25 • Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo • Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/ ⸻ Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/

We can't go too crazy, but we try to get close! Gianni Scarpino Candy (AIGA Portland Mentorship Program co-chair and Senior Visual Design Lead on the Player Experience Editorial and Loyalty Team for XBox) sits down with Sean to talk about her design mistakes… as well as cemetery parties, Shoemaker's Lung, and Icy Hot for galas.Gianni Scarpino Candy is a visual design leader with a passion for exploring the intersections of design, communication, and culture. Throughout her career, she has had the pleasure of working with a diverse range of clients and industries. Her objective has always been to design experiences that are interesting, have aesthetic appeal, be easy to understand, and bring impact. Bonus points if she can wiggle in humor and delight.This episode was recorded on Saturday, April 11, 2026 in the Rat's Nest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You know, Burke and Wills. The famous Australian explorers.

Bill Powers and Brian Leni discuss listener feedback and why shareholders often don't push back when they are unpleased with management. The duo emphasizes building a disciplined investing process, protecting the downside, and avoiding FOMO. The conversation covers “luck” versus skill, learning from losses, and when to use other investors'/groups' reputations as decision-making inputs. Brian's talks about his Aurion investment that ultimately paid off despite timing delays. They also debate director compensation (cash vs options), red flags in board incentives, the power and danger of narrative-driven promotions, conference value (PDAC, Beaver Creek, Quebec City, Rick Rule's), and avoiding market-timing seasonality. 00:00 Intro 01:18 Shareholder pushback 07:58 Skill vs luck 17:23 Responsibility and timing 23:23 Following smart money 27:20 Aurion takeover 31:24 Director incentives 37:59 FOMO and discipline 41:16 Picking conferences 43:56 Narratives and hype 52:14 Summer outlook Brian's website: https://www.juniorstockreview.com/ Brian's YT: https://www.youtube.com/@FIELD_NOTES Bill's Twitter: https://x.com/MiningStockEdu Sign up for our free newsletter and receive interview transcripts, stock profiles and investment ideas: http://eepurl.com/cHxJ39 Bill and Brian and not licensed financial advisors. Mining Stock Education offers informational content based on available data but it does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. It may not be appropriate for all situations or objectives. Readers and listeners should seek professional advice, make independent investigations and assessments before investing. MSE does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. MSE and its owner may hold financial interests in the companies discussed and can trade such securities without notice. MSE is biased towards its advertising sponsors which make this platform possible. MSE is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing MSE content, users agree that MSE and its affiliates bear no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make. Full disclaimer: https://www.miningstockeducation.com/disclaimer/

Somebody books a big role and everybody says the same thing. They got lucky. They just got lucky. And yes. Of course luck plays a role in this industry. It can be the luck of being in the right place, right time, right project. You're just the right actor. But if you look closely at actors who work consistently, not flash in the pan, but those who have a consistent career, something else becomes very clear. What looks like luck from the outside is usually preparation meeting opportunity. What Actors Think Luck Looks Like There's this idea that a career unfolds like this. One audition, one big booking, and everything changes overnight. I remember thinking that as a young, and I'm going to add this word in, foolish actor. That makes a great story. But the reality is that most overnight success stories look very different. Usually it involves years of training. Usually it involves hundreds of auditions. One of the things I used to say to myself was this is one audition in a lifetime of auditions. You're going to be auditioning and auditioning and auditioning. It's just one audition. It also involves building relationships over time with casting directors, directors, writers, producers. And so many roles that didn't lead anywhere. I have one particular story where I got into the orbit of one of the biggest television producers out there. They really liked me. I had a recurring role on their show. And then it got canceled after one season. That wasn't bad luck. That was just a role that looked like it was really going to go somewhere, but because I wasn't savvy enough about the business back then, it eventually dried up. Success Doesn't Happen to You The amazing Jen Sincero says success doesn't happen to you. It happens because of you. When you see success as luck you are accidentally handing over your power. Just giving it over. Preparation is something people don't see. Just like an Olympic figure skater. You don't see the hours of preparation. You see one performance. Working actors tend to have one thing in common. They are ready when the opportunity appears. And that readiness includes strong audition skills, strong self-tape skills, professional materials, a clear understanding of their casting type, and comfort being themselves on camera. When the right audition arrives they are able to deliver. And as a casting director that is the biggest thing I am begging actors to do. I want them to deliver the goods. Instead of seeing opportunities as a rare miracle, working actors see them as moments to be prepared for. Preparation creates confidence and confidence creates opportunity. That's an energetic thing. That's a mindset thing. Relationships Look Like Luck Too Casting directors remember actors. Agents and managers submit the actors they trust to deliver. Directors bring people back who are great to work with. From the outside that might look like someone suddenly got a break. But very often that opportunity is the result of years of consistent professionalism. Luck Favors Momentum Luck favors movement. Momentum. Good things, good energy comes out of momentum. The idea of just waiting to be noticed doesn't work. Opportunity usually appears when you are already working. Work begets work. And it doesn't even have to be something big. It can be something small. Work begets work. Working actors train, they create projects, they audition. They meet collaborators at film festivals, meet and greets, industry events. The universe can only respond to the energy you are putting into motion. Actors who stay active tend to encounter more opportunities. It just makes logistical sense. But from the outside, yeah, that can sometimes look like luck. The Bottom Line Yes, there is an element of unpredictability in this business. But luck alone will not sustain a career. What sustains a career is preparation, relationships, consistency, and confidence. Being good at your job, but knowing you are good at your job. Luck may open the door. But preparation is always what will allow you to walk through it. Want to Keep the Conversation Going? Mandy and I do a free Ask Us Anything session pretty much every month. It is an hour just for you to ask any question you want. Two coaches for the price of free. Click the link HERE And as I always say, stay safe and treat yourself real well.

The Drive pulled a stat that highlights how the Chiefs one score luck should revert back from how bad it was 2026.

One week you're getting mistaken for a racist hitman, the next you've lent your powers to a waitress in episodes five & six of Strange Luck.

The idea of creating more "luck" in your life may not be random at all, but instead something that can be influenced through a few simple but powerful shifts in how you think and act each day.     On today's show, I go over 7 core principles behind why some people consistently attract opportunities while others feel like they're always missing their break.     We'll explore how forward momentum, awareness, and preparation all play a role in opening doors you may not have seen before, and why waiting for the "perfect moment" can often hold people back more than they realize.     I'll also break down how your surroundings and internal focus quietly shape the opportunities you notice, and how subtle shifts in both can begin to change your trajectory over time.     Most importantly, you'll learn how these principles work together to create what we often label as "luck," and how small, intentional actions can compound into very different outcomes over time.     So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3762 as we uncover how to create more luck in your life, and how you may already be closer to it than you think.   - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3762 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral's Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels) - - - > Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test (Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels) - - - > Complete Food Sensitivity Test (Find out your hidden food sensitivities) - - - > Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test (Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels) - - - Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall: StephenCabral.com/askcabral - - - Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept? The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!  

In this episode, you'll hear a Daily Reminder from Ji Kwang Dae Poep Sa Nim on how to avoid senility and maintain a peaceful mind in old age. What is the cause of senility from a Buddhist perspective?Thank you very much, Ji Kwang Dae Poep Sa Nim,With love,Yours in the dharma, Gak Duk

In dieser Folge hörst Du ein Daily Reminder von Ji Kwang Dae Poep Sa Nim darüber, wie man nicht senil wird und immer einen angenehmen Geist im Alter haben kann. Was ist die Ursache von Senilität aus buddhistischer Sicht.Vielen Dank Ji Kwang Dae Poep Sa Nim,alles Liebe Deine Gak Duk

Pigweed, Crowhill, and Longinus crack open a high-octane Voodoo Ranger “GeForce” IPA and head west into one of the greatest adventures in American history: the Lewis and Clark expedition. What begins as a discussion of America's upcoming 250th anniversary quickly turns into a deep dive into the astonishing story of how a small band of explorers crossed an almost completely unknown continent armed with little more than maps, muskets, determination, and an absurd amount of practical skill.The conversation covers the Louisiana Purchase, Thomas Jefferson's constitutional concerns about buying so much land, and the widespread belief that America had just purchased a giant worthless desert. The guys discuss Jefferson's ambitious goals for the expedition — mapping rivers, collecting scientific samples, establishing diplomatic relations with Native tribes, searching for trade opportunities, and hopefully finding a navigable water route to the Pacific Ocean.Along the way, they explore the personalities of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, the remarkable role of Sacagawea and her infant son Jean-Baptiste, encounters with Native American tribes, brutal winters, grizzly bears, starvation in the Rockies, and the staggering amount of improvisation required just to survive. They also marvel at the sheer competence of frontier-era men who could build forts, construct canoes, map terrain, hunt, trap, waterproof boats with animal hides, and keep detailed scientific journals — all while trying not to die.The episode also touches on the strange emotional aftermath of the expedition, especially the tragic decline of Meriwether Lewis after returning home from one of the greatest journeys in American history. The result is part history lesson, part meditation on exploration and resilience, and part appreciation for the rugged, multi-talented people who helped shape early America.Also discussed: woolly mammoth rumors, whale blubber, drunken bargain malt liquor IPAs, and why showing up with a woman and a baby might be the greatest diplomatic strategy ever devised.

"Life is luck." That's not something you often hear from one of the most successful lawyers and entrepreneurs in America. On this episode of the Lawyer Stories Podcast, we welcome John Morgan - founder of Morgan & Morgan, America's largest injury law firm, author of the new book Life is Luck, and one of the most influential figures in the legal industry today. We discussed the mindset behind building a lasting legacy, the role timing and opportunity play in success, his deeply personal motivation behind becoming a lawyer, and why he believes so many people misunderstand what it actually takes to build something meaningful over the long term. John was incredibly thoughtful, reflective, and generous with his perspective throughout the conversation, and I truly enjoyed the opportunity to spend time recording this episode with him. We also discussed Grow or Die, the upcoming two-day event taking place June 9–10 at the Wynn Encore in Las Vegas, where John Morgan and an incredible lineup of speakers will break down long-term law firm growth, litigation strategy, leadership, financial management, succession planning, and more — with no fluff and no motivational garbage. Guests include: John Morgan Brian Panish Morgan Housel Dan Martell Matt Morgan and many more. CLE-accredited. Fully refundable until June 1. Use discount code: STORIES20 Event Link: https://events.themorganconnection.com/growordiewithjohnmorgan/lawyerstories Episode now live on your favorite podcast platform. #LawyerStories #JohnMorgan #MorganAndMorgan #GrowOrDie #PersonalInjury #LawFirmGrowth #LegalPodcast #LawyerStoriesPodcast

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Does Nebraska have "Bad luck" when it comes to the schedule? Matt crunches the numbers to find out if the Huskers opponents' exceed their win total or not.

Kate believes she has ran out of luck and has a story to prove it. Then, some callers give us their most unlucky moments, however Wippa believes these can be put down to human error Later in the show, we chat with Anthony Albanese. Plus, we hear all of the records that you have broken… Fitzy still holds one!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a weird stretch of Mariners “luck”—and we're not sure it's the good kind. It all seemed to start when Logan Gilbert accidentally caught a 100+ mph line drive in his jersey, one of the strangest plays you'll ever see. From there, things only got worse: a foul ball hits a fan in the head and goes viral, and Cal Raleigh lands on the injured list. And if baseball fans are known for anything, it's being superstitious—so naturally, people might be connecting the dots. We actually recorded this episode right when that jersey moment happened, so you'll hear our real-time reactions as the streak seemed to begin—before everything else kept piling on. Then we shift gears as Claire, Anna, and Laurie take a nostalgic walk through Seattle—reminiscing about the old city landscape, the landmarks we grew up with, and how much has changed over the years. It's all inspired by Anna and her husband finally starting Grey's Anatomy (only about 20 years late!), and realizing how the show acts as both a time capsule and a love letter to Seattle—even now.A little baseball chaos, a little Seattle nostalgia, and a whole lot of “luck”… or not.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Without effort, luck is useless. Hard work doesn't guarantee success, but without it, success is almost guaranteed not to happen.

For more thoughts, clips, and updates, follow Avetis Antaplyan on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/avetisantaplyan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this episode of The Tech Leader's Playbook, Avetis Antaplyan sits down with Mike Grossman, a six-time venture-backed CEO, longtime Silicon Valley operator, and author of Failure is an Option. With more than three decades of leadership experience inside high-growth technology companies, Mike offers a candid look at what startup life actually feels like behind the polished success stories.Rather than glamorizing entrepreneurship, Mike breaks down the emotional reality of leading companies through uncertainty, pressure, pivots, burnout, and unpredictable outcomes. He shares why resilience, grit, and emotional steadiness matter more than many founders realize, and why CEOs often feel isolated even when surrounded by teams, boards, investors, and customers.The conversation explores the myth of the “hero founder,” the uncomfortable role luck plays in business success, and why great teams can still fail when timing, regulation, or product-market fit work against them. Mike also shares lessons on moving fast without creating chaos, building scalable systems, recognizing when a founder becomes the bottleneck, and adapting leadership in an AI-first world.This is a refreshingly honest conversation for founders, CEOs, executives, and tech leaders who want a more grounded view of what it really takes to build, scale, and survive inside ambitious companies.TakeawaysStartup life is far less glamorous than people think. The highs are high, but the lows are intense, unpredictable, and emotionally draining.CEOs often hide fear, stress, and uncertainty from their teams, boards, and investors, which can make leadership deeply lonely.Success is not linear. Companies can recover after major setbacks, and companies that are winning can quickly hit unexpected adversity.Luck plays a much larger role in business outcomes than many founders want to admit, especially when timing, regulation, markets, or acquisitions shape the result.Scaling requires more process and systemization than many early-stage founders want to accept.Great leadership requires balancing speed with thoughtful decision-making, especially when the stakes are high.High-performing teams usually include sharp subject matter experts, strong collaborators, high-integrity people, and leaders who are comfortable confronting hard problems.AI is no longer optional for modern tech companies. Mike argues that new companies need to think AI-first across product, engineering, operations, and team structure.Chapters00:00 The Hidden Reality of Startup Leadership03:05 Why Resilience Matters More Than Glamour04:06 The Emotional Weight CEOs Carry07:24 Credit, Blame, and Staying Even-Keeled10:09 Why Startup Success Is Not Linear15:37 Success, Failure, and Perspective Across Six Companies22:24 When Moving Fast Becomes Dangerous25:15 How Leaders Know They Are Pointed in the Right Direction30:50 Reinventing Yourself as the Company Scales35:13 The Role of Luck in Business Success48:35 When the Founder Becomes the Bottleneck53:32 Separating Identity From Business Outcomes57:51 How AI Changes Company Building01:01:44 Favorite Books and Time Travel01:03:09 Mike's Final Advice for FoundersMike Grossman's Social Media Link:https://www.linkedin.com/in/migrossman/Resources and Links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hireclout.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podcast.hireclout.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/hirefasthireright⁠

Me and Shahid are back with episode #298 of Hood Classics...2025 Predator BadlandsTwitter    @jeffvstheworld - Jeff    @philly_drugs - ShahidTikTok@therealjeffvstheworld - Jeff

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A dash of mystery, a sparkle of magic, and all things cozy! Elle interviews fellow cozy authors in this bookish podcast from Authors on the Air. Today on the podcast, meet Sandra Cady, author of A Game of Luck! Elle and Sandra talk about the joys of generational mystery solving, switching up paranormal elements, reading the end first, and more. Enjoy! Sandra's Bio: Sandra J. Cady is a former Detroit police officer as well as the past owner of a licensed private investigation agency. Her bachelor's degree is in criminal justice with a master's degree in administration. She is a member of Sisters in Crime and the Short Mystery Fiction Society. Her mystery novel featuring homicide detective Sam Roma, A Game of Luck, will be released April 2026. She is also the author of several short mysteries and her non-fiction has appeared in various trade journals. Find Sandra and Her Books Online: https://sandrajcady.com/ ~~~ Elle's Bio: Elle Hartford writes cozy mystery with a fairy tale twist. The award-winning first book in her Alchemical Tales series, Beauty and the Alchemist, finds amateur sleuth Red mixed up with murderous beasts and moody beauties, and a set of missing books besides! Elle has also written two spin-off series, the cozy fantasy-goes-to-the-beach Marine Magic series as well as Pomegranate Cafe Romance. For other writers and authors looking into “wide” indie publishing, check out the Beyond Writing blog (ellehartford.substack.com) with how-tos, resources, and back episodes of the Cozy Alchemy podcast. Find Elle Online: https://ellehartford.com

Hour 3 of Jake & Ben on May 19, 2026 David Locke, Radio Voice of the Jazz, joined the show to talk about the team's Lottery Luck, as well as give his thoughts on Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa & Cam Boozer Hot Take Tuesday: Ben thinks Will Ferrell has had a disappointing movie career.  Audio Vault: Remember when David Letterman said this about Jordans?

In this deeply layered Crystal Library episode, Ashleigh explores the real story of jade — far beyond the “luck” and prosperity symbolism most people associate with the stone. From ancient China to the Māori, Maya, and even Imperial Russia, jade has long been trusted as a sacred threshold stone connected to death, transformation, ancestry, wisdom, and rebirth.Ashleigh dives into the surprising geology of jadeite and nephrite, the colonial origins of the word “jade,” and why so many ancient civilizations independently placed jade with their dead. This episode explores jade not as a simple abundance crystal, but as a stone that asks a far more difficult question: what version of yourself is ready to be released?Also included: The difference between jadeite and nephrite  Jade in Chinese, Māori, and Maya traditions  Why jade is associated with courage and truth  Dreamwork and spiritual practices for working with jade  A guided ritual for releasing false identities and limiting beliefs This is an episode about transformation, honesty, and the sacred process of becoming who you truly are.Send me any questions or comments you may have and I will answer them on upcoming podcast episodes!! Looking forward to hearing from you!Please message me with any questions or comments. bigcrystalenergypodcast @gmail.com

The light of keter. When you change your purpose you will change your luck.

MONDAY HR 1 What did the guys do for the weekend? Whats your sign? Feeling lucky today? Russ is digging the new TV show Dutton Ranch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Much of what we call luck is the result of deliberate actions and consistent efforts. As Stanford Professor Tina Seelig shared in her popular TED Talk, luck is like the wind—constantly blowing, often unpredictable, and always in motion. To catch the winds of luck, she says you need to construct your sail by doing the internal work that sets the stage for success; recruit your crew by bringing others along; and hoist your sail by acting in ways that lead you closer to your goals. With these practical tools in hand, she says the winds of luck carry you toward the future you dream to live. Her new book What I Wish I Knew About Luck is filled with memorable examples, personal anecdotes, and behavioral science research. You will learn:  how to stay steady in turbulent waters how to sail past your limits how to see problems as opportunities how to build ladders to larger wins how to clear clutter on your path to success how to turn setbacks into stepping stones how luck is amplified over the course of a lifetime With her expertise on leadership, entrepreneurship and innovation, Dr. Seelig shares her ideas on how to see and seize opportunities, especially those hidden in plain sight. Opportunities are everywhere, waiting to be discovered! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, host Ryan Pineda and cohost Brian Davila sit down with Clint Cooper to discuss scaling a house-flipping business to millions in revenue, building a dominant real estate brand in Atlanta, lessons from major business losses, leadership growth, and the long-term realities of entrepreneurship and wealth-building.⁣⁣Connect with Clint - ⁣https://www.instagram.com/clintbuysatl/⁣https://www.youtube.com/@clintbuysatl/videos⁣__________⁣If you want to start your real estate investing business, we'll give you 1:1 coaching, seller leads, software, & everything you need. https://www.wealthyinvestor.com⁣⁣If you're a business owner who wants to get in peak physical shape, we can help! https://www.allproceo.com⁣⁣Join our private mastermind for elite business leaders who golf. https://www.mastermind19.com⁣⁣Join free Bible studies and workshops for Christian business leaders. https://www.tentmakers.us⁣__________⁣CHAPTERS: ⁣02:05 - Building Atlanta's Top Home Buyer⁣07:32 - Funding 200 House Deals⁣11:39 - Starting With Future Flipper⁣13:32 - Expensive Business Mistakes⁣17:22 - Transitioning Into Brand Building⁣19:01 - Scaling Marketing & Sales Systems⁣23:30 - AI Replacing Sales Teams?⁣32:14 - Treating Wholesaling Like Business⁣40:10 - Why Ryan Quit Branding Vegas⁣44:16 - Is Becoming Number One Worth It?⁣52:40 - Scaling To 1,000 Deals⁣01:13:07 - Stocks Vs Real Estate Debate⁣01:17:50 - Why Real Estate Could Decline⁣01:24:27 - Managing Stress In Business⁣01:30:22 - Why Personal Brand Matters

Arsenal discover more Manchester City penalty LUCK, Liverpool slip up AGAIN, and the Premier League title race enters the final straight.In today's episode of The Gooner Talk, Arsenal reporter Tom Canton breaks down the latest major developments in the title race as both Manchester City and Liverpool dominate the conversation.We analyse the Manchester City penalty controversy and whether fortune is once again favouring Pep Guardiola's side, while Liverpool's latest setback opens up fresh possibilities in the race for the crown.

The NFL dropped the full 2026 schedule and the rest advantages, short weeks, and brutal road stretches are already telling a story. We're breaking down the biggest winners and losers from a pure scheduling luck standpoint — who's set up for a run and who's already playing from behind.  Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/DAMON  For advertising opportunities: contact@hogmedia.co  Support the show by becoming a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcs13VXhiObJg6jGDw2xbZg/join All Damon Bruce Plus content is available on your favorite podcast platform: https://pod.link/1681177856.  #49ers #NFLScheduleRelease #SanFrancisco49ers #NFLSchedule2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick and JP debate if the Browns are in a good spot with potentially opening the season on the road in Jacksonville.

In this week's installment of the Betting on Yourself series, I'm sitting down with Kyyah Abdul to talk about what it actually means to create your own luck — not in theory, but in practice.We get into the mindset behind “lucky” people, and how to increase your odds of luck through how you think, how you decide, and how willing you are to move forward even when you don't have all the answers.Kyyah brings such a powerful perspective to this conversation. From her background in neuroscience to her lived experiences with loss at a young age, she breaks down how resilience, decisiveness, and self-trust are all things that can be built — not traits you're just born with.We talk about decision-making as a muscle, why so many of us are stuck in analysis paralysis, and how social media has made us way too concerned with optics.We also talk about boundaries (and why most people misunderstand them), the pressure of being perceived, and how to stop treating your life like a group project.This conversation is a reminder that luck isn't something you wait for, it's something you build, decision by decision.This episode is for you if…You keep overthinking your next move and feel stuck waiting for clarityYou want to be more confident but don't trust your own decisions yetYou're navigating a transition (career, identity, relationships) and feel uncertainYou struggle with boundaries — especially with family, friends, or people you loveYou feel held back by fear of judgmentYou're trying to “do the right thing” instead of doing what actually feels alignedYou know you're capable of more, but something is keeping you playing smallEpisode Links:Follow Kyyah on Instagram: instagram.com/kyyahabdulFollow Kyyah on TikTok: tiktok.com/kyyahabdulRead The Prepared Graduate, a non-fiction career guide written by Kyyah wherever you get your booksTo learn even more, visit Kyyah's website: www.thekyyahabdul.comSponsors:Cotton: Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.com, and follow along at @discovercotton using #ShopCotton.Monarch Money: Use code LUCKY at monarch.com to get your first year half off at just $50.Nutrafol: For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code BALANCEDLESKeep in Touch with Les:Ready to apply what you hear? Subscribe to the She's So Lucky Newsletter to get weekly episode guides and journal prompts: https://shessolucky.kit.com/newsletterSubscribe to The Lucky Playbook on Substack: https://lesalfred.substack.com/Follow Les on IG @lesalfredFollow She's So Lucky on IG @shessoluckypodFollow Les on TikTok @theluckylesFollow She's So Lucky on TikTokVisit our website at shessoluckypodcast.comThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Spiegel and Ryan McGuffey opened their show by reacting to the Bulls jumping five spots in the lottery to land the No. 4 overall pick in the NBA Draft. Later, they discussed the Bulls' option at No. 4 overall.

If you've been grinding and still feel stuck, it's hard not to wonder if success is just a rigged game where the “chosen” ones got lucky and everyone else got left behind. And when a viral video tells you your hard work basically doesn't matter, it hits that sore spot fast. That kind of message can make you question everything you're doing. In this episode, Omar pushes back on the luck-only narrative and explains why it's so tempting to believe, especially when you're tired or frustrated. He breaks down what people usually miss when they call someone “lucky,” and why those so-called lucky breaks often have a lot more going on behind the scenes than anyone wants to admit. It's the kind of perspective shift that can pull you out of a slump and get you moving again. Want a clearer take on how much luck really matters, and what actually puts you in position when opportunity shows up? Click play at the top of the page and let Omar reframe the whole “successful people are just lucky” argument in a way that might change how you see your own chances. MBA2779 Are Successful People Just Lucky? How Much Does Luck Influence Success? Resource: Diary Of A CEO Is Making You Less Successful - Barry's Economics Recommended episode to explore: 20 Years Of Business Knowledge In 20 Minutes (From A Multi-Millionaire) Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://lm.fm/GgRPPHi SUBSCRIBE YouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last night the Wizards won the lottery after being 2nd in 2023 and 2025 missing out on Wemby and Cooper Flagg

Matt Spiegel and Ryan McGuffey reacted to the Bulls jumping five spots in the lottery to land the No. 4 overall pick in the NBA Draft.

Anthony Lima and Darryl Ryder break down the Cavaliers' fortunate Game 3 victory and the questionable strategy of deferring to James Harden in late-game moments. They explore Todd Monken's comments on Taylen Green's potential as an NFL gadget player and recount the chaotic weekend traffic in downtown Cleveland. The discussion wraps up with a look at Travis Bazzana's performance and Shedeur Sanders' Maybach loan for a student's prom. 02:24 - Cavaliers Game 3 Analysis 06:31 - Relying On James Harden 13:10 - Talan Green Gadget Role 18:20 - Todd Monken On Green 26:15 - Cleveland Traffic Nightmare 33:50 - Guardians And NBA Lottery 40:09 - Shedeur Sanders Prom Gesture

NEW BOOK -- The Price of Becoming Buy it -- www.LearningLeader.com/Becoming The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. Jim Collins is the author of some of the most influential business books ever written — Good to Great, Built to Last, and Great by Choice. His concepts have become part of the leadership vocabulary. Level 5 Leadership. The Flywheel. First Who, Then What. The Hedgehog Concept. He spent more than a decade at Stanford as a professor and has advised CEOs, four-star generals, and heads of state. His new book is What to Make of a Life: Cliffs, Fog, Fire, and the Self-Knowledge Imperative. It is the product of ten years of research and is the most personal thing he has ever written. We flew to Boulder, Colorado, to record this one in person with Jim. Key Learnings Jim's grandfather wrote his own death story. Jimmy Collins was a test pilot in the 1930s. He told Jim's grandmother, Dolores, that if he died, she should pull the last chapter from his desk and publish it. He died in a test crash. After the service, she pulled out the chapter. The title was "I'm Dead." The last chapter, written in first person, described the plane coming out of the sky, the screaming wings, the crash. The final words, by his own pen: "I am dead now." For seven decades, his grandmother never cried. When Jim asked her in her nineties to tell the story of his grandfather, she cried and said, "Thank you for that. I've never cried before." She'd been a single mom in the middle of the Depression. Of all the things Jim feels good about in his life, asking her to tell that story before she died at almost 100 years old is one he's most proud of. A cliff is an event that alters the trajectory of your life and forces you to reconstruct everything that comes after. Jim's first big cliff: he lost his father while his father was still alive. Jim's father took the family to San Francisco in the 1960s. They lived a few houses down from Haight Street. When a man was shot dead on their doorstep, Jim's mom moved them to Boulder. They lived in a cold basement with cots and a hot plate. They couldn't afford a Christmas tree, so Jim and his brother rolled a boulder into the basement and called it their Christmas rock. The Greyhound bus moment. In high school, Jim took a Thanksgiving turkey on a Greyhound bus down to New Mexico, where his father was living in an adobe hut with a dirt floor. He had this romantic vision: they'd cook the turkey, share Thanksgiving, bond as father and son. The whole weekend, his father had no interest in him. He spent it trying to convince Jim to convince his grandmother to give him money. On the bus ride home, looking out the window into the fog, Jim realized: there will never, ever be a father there. No male role models. No frameworks. No guidance. "I've got this one life. What do I do with it?" The inflection point in Jim's life is Joanne. They got engaged four days after their first date. He'd admired her from afar for years but never had the courage to ask her out. Once they were together, Jim began a conscious process: I need to become a person worthy of being married to her. He didn't know exactly what that meant or how to get there. But he knew that was the work. Forty-six years later, it's still a never-ending journey. What Joanne does brilliantly: she sees what needs attention. Jim is encoded to hear it. Someone once asked Joanne what she thought Jim's greatest strength was. She said: "Jim takes critical feedback better than any person I've ever met." Joanne sees what needs attention. Jim hears it. Then they adapt and adjust. That's the inner flywheel of their marriage. Circle the wagons together. Guns pointing out, never at each other. When life gets really difficult, whether it's disease or other cliffs. You are always together. Always on the inside of the wagons. Never aimed at each other. Joanne won the 1985 Hawaii Ironman by 92 seconds. With a hamstring injury that limited her running training to 16 miles a week, she came off the bike with a 10-minute lead. Then mile by mile, the lead shrank. Nine minutes. Eight. Seven. With a few miles left, she stopped in the middle of the lava field, massaging her legs, almost pleading with them to run. She looked up at the sky. Then her gaze fixed somewhere down the road. She started to run. You're racing for self-respect. Joanne told Jim afterward: in the end, you're racing to know that you couldn't have run a step faster. Only you'll know. If you know you couldn't have run a step faster, that's actually winning. When Jim writes, he's on the lava fields. When he finishes a book, he wants to know he couldn't have written one sentence better. When you're on the lava fields, this is the moment you want to quit. Don't. Writing is thinking. When the writing isn't working, the thinking isn't clear. Go back to the data. Find the through-line. There are three types of luck: What luck. A cancer diagnosis. A guitar left in an empty house. An event that breaks your way. Who luck. The people who walk into your life. Joanne. Morten Hansen. Jerry Porras. Bill Lazier. Zeit luck. When what you're doing intersects with the surrounding zeitgeist. Jimmy Page was in Surrey when the British rock explosion happened. Luck is an event you didn't cause, with significant consequences, and an element of surprise. The big winners weren't luckier. They had a higher return on luck. What you do with luck events matters more than the luck itself. Bill Lazier: the closest thing to a father Jim ever had. Jim ended up in Bill's class at Stanford because the class he was trying to take was full. The random course-sorting mechanism threw him into the first class Bill ever taught. Pure WHO luck. Jim did not cause that.  Discover your encodings. An encoding is a durable capacity of your intrinsic construction that resides within, awaiting discovery through the experiences of life.  Jim has done over 300 online courses on every imaginable subject. Constitutional law. Napoleon. World War I. The history of China. He started them to learn how to teach. Then his curiosity took over. That's what an encoding looks like in the wild. You have a constellation of encodings. Like stars. When your life captures a bright set of those encodings, you're in frame. When it doesn't, you're out of frame. The same person can look amazing in frame and not very amazing out of frame. The most important finding from this book: don't follow anyone else's advice. Their advice is well-meaning. It may have worked beautifully for them. But it worked for them because it flowed from their encodings. And their encodings are not your encodings. Barbara McClintock and Grace Hopper. Two women who won the Nobel Prize and shaped computer science. McClintock was encoded for solitary work. She didn't even have a phone. She heard about her Nobel Prize on the radio. Hopper was encoded to work through people. She kept a pirate flag in her office and once stole furniture for her team in the middle of the night. Two completely different encodings. What they shared: their lives were in alignment with their encodings. Leadership is the art of getting people to want to do what must be done. It's not a trait. It's a choice. Anyone in any organization can lead, depending on their desire to make a difference. Nobody needs to wait for a title. Ryan's encoding is "the relentless persistence of invitation." Jim observed that Ryan has incredible encodings for what he'd describe as attractive persistence. Not pushy. Not aggressive. But persistent and welcoming. The invitation never goes away. The way you lead should be different from everyone else. Because you are encoded differently. Trust your encodings, not their playbook. Roger Sherman saved the U.S. Constitution. Twice. He created the bicameral legislature compromise. He insisted the Bill of Rights be amendments, not rewrites. Yet most people don't know his name. He almost never spoke. He listened in committees and waited for the precise moment to introduce just the right point to turn American history. Quiet. Behind the scenes. Uncharismatic. Unglamorous. Enormously effective. That was his encoding. You should largely ignore what other successful leaders did. It's marvelous to listen to. It might give you ideas. But everything that worked for them reflected their encodings, not yours. The work isn't to copy their playbook. The work is to discover your encodings and trust them. The color of Jim's fire changed. When he was younger, his fuel was rage, fury, and a sense of terror with no safety net. He used to worry that if he ever lost it, he'd lose his drive. What replaced it was a different kind of fire: the joy of curiosity, of being lost in giant projects, of marvelous conversations, of sharing what he's learned. His drive is higher than ever. It just feels a lot better now. The 3x3 reflective practice. After almost any conversation, teaching moment, or significant interaction, Jim writes down three things that went well and three things he could have done better. He's done it for years. He's now systematizing it. He doesn't pause to celebrate. He pauses to learn quickly and move on. At the top of Jim's notes for this conversation: "The biggest reminder for today, reconnecting with an old friend." That's the celebration. What could be a better celebration than reconnecting with somebody you've had marvelous conversations with? Reflection Questions What is your most significant cliff? What did you reconstruct on the other side, and what are you still rebuilding? What are your encodings? Not what you've been told you should be, but what genuinely flows from your intrinsic construction. When have you felt most in frame? Like Jim with Joanne, is there a person or purpose you are actively trying to become worthy of? What would that work look like this week? More Learning #397: Jim Collins - Creating Your Generosity Flywheel, Make the Trust Wager (Part 1)#398: Jim Collins - Creating Your Generosity Flywheel, Make the Trust Wager (Part 2) #216: Jim Collins - How to Go From Good to Great  

5.8.26, Kevin Sheehan talks about the upcoming NBA Lottery on Sunday where the Wizards could possibly get the #1 pick in the NBA Draft and asks callers what's their expectation considering the Wizards' bad luck historically.

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open the podcast by reacting to the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the NHL Draft Lottery with only 8.5% odds. They also talk about the San Jose Sharks winning 2nd overall and their outlook after moving up in the draft (12:11). They also talk about Vancouver moving down two spots and Jim Rutherford announcing he will step aside after their incoming GM hire (14:38). The guys circle back to Toronto to discuss the aftermath of the Chayka/Sundin introductory press conference (22:40). Elliotte adds notes on Seattle's and Florida's picks being in play and a possible extension for Hedman in Tampa Bay (33:00). The Final Thought focuses on Game 2 between the Avalanche and Wild (37:10). In this second segment, Kyle and Elliotte react to Monday night's action between the Flyers and Hurricanes (44:26), and the Ducks and Golden Knights (49:54). In the final segment the guys look ahead to Habs-Sabres (56:02). Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. 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