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Décoration, design, création, savoir-faire, ces mots vous parlent ? Alors vous êtes au bon endroit ! Quel honneur et quelle joie d'échanger avec Hervé Lemoine le Président du Mobilier national et des Manufactures nationales. Le Mobilier National est une institution unique en France, rattachée au Ministère de la Culture, qui existe depuis le 17e siècle, et qui a 4 grandes missions (si on résume) :décorer et meubler les résidences publiques et lieux officiels (l'Elysée bien sûr, les hôtels ministériels, les ambassades de France, etc.)conserver, restaurer et gérer cet immense patrimoine créer des oeuvres textiles et du mobilier ou faire l'acquisiton de nouvelles pièces auprès de designers ou de galeries perpétuer, transmettre et développer les techniques traditionnelles des métiers d'artHervé Lemoine est un livre ouvert, et vous verrez chacune de ses réponses est passionnante !Sa mission, sa vision, depuis 2018 est de dépoussiérer cette grande institution, la faire rayonner, et être un acteur majeur de la création contemporaine en France, et à l'étranger.Ensemble on parle de l'histoire de cette institution, ancien garde meuble de la couronnece qu'on trouve dans les collectionscomment elles sont organisées et hiérarchisées à quel point un meuble peut être un choix politique son soutien aux jeunes générations l'importance des métiers d'arts en France versus les innovations techniques les présidents de la République et le designles expos du moment et l'importance de valoriser tout cela l'organisation, le budget et le fonctionnement son quotidien ou comment gérer une telle maison tout en la transformant son défi du momentses coups de coeuretc. etc. Bonne écoute !!Si ce podcast vous plait n'hésitez pas
durée : 00:20:14 - Bienvenue chez vous, en cuisine - Avec Aix & Terra, Richard et Marina Alibert, ont créé un concept qui réunit manufacture, resto-épicerie et école des chefs. Une aventure gastronomique enracinée entre Drôme et Méditerranée. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.
durée : 00:13:31 - Carnets de campagne - par : Dorothée Barba - A Besançon, rue du Cercle, la manufacture Sauter fabrique des globes terrestres qui sont peints à la main. Une entreprise artisanale créée par un ancien prof de géographie. Egalement au programme des Carnets : la lauréate de la bourse Déclic Jeunes de la Fondation de France. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.
Most of us, most of the time, could use some help when it comes to the business end of our shotgun. Recently, a guide friend said most of his clients have no idea what choke tubes were in their shotgun. Scary! Bottom line? You'll shoot better with the right choke tubes. Scott Trulock of Trulock Chokes joins me to cover it all, from billet to "boom!" We'll get advice on materials and engineering, care and selection, patterning the right way, and how steel can turn your removable choke tube gun into a fixed-choke gun (yikes). Scott tells a little about how tubes are designed and made, and why a little old company in Wigham Georgia makes over 3,000 varieties of chokes. Insider editions are brought to you by CableGangz tie-out systems and Heartland Lodge, where you'll get special freebies and gifts for every booking (learn more here). [Take 10% off your next order at CableGangz.com with the promo code CG10.]
Adrian is joined by Sofeast Group Head of New Product Development, Paul Adams, to unpack the brutal truth behind the question: “Can you actually afford to manufacture your new product idea?” They bust some of the most dangerous myths (like “MOQ × unit price is my total cost” and “we'll fix reliability later”), then walk through Sofeast/Agilian's 6-phase NPI process for electromechanical products and show how your budget is really consumed; from feasibility and prototyping through to tooling, pilot runs, and mass production. If you're planning to launch a new product, this episode is your reality check and roadmap. Episode Sections: 00:00 – Intro & who this episode is for 07:02 – Mythbusting: YouTube & “$10k product launch” myths 12:13 – The Sofeast/Agilian 6-phase NPI process 21:18 – How your budget is split across the phases 29:00 – What to expect in each phase & readiness checks 37:31 – Tooling, NRE, and why half a tooling budget is worse than none 43:42 – Budgeting properly and adding contingency 45:21 – Call to action & how Sofeast/Agilian can help Related content... How to Calculate the Cash Needed to Prototype & Launch your New Product Why does new product development take so long? What is an NRE Cost (Non-Recurring Engineering)? 10 Factors Affecting Electronic Product Design Costs Costs and Milestones to go from Product Concept to Market? The New Product Development Process in Electronics New Product Development In China: 4 Tips To Go Faster Get in touch with us Connect with us on LinkedIn Contact us via Sofeast's contact page Subscribe to our YouTube channel Prefer Facebook? Check us out on FB
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durée : 00:18:24 - Bienvenue chez vous, en cuisine - Installée à Anneyron depuis 1857, la manufacture Jars fabrique chaque jour, à la main, une vaisselle en grès reconnue dans le monde entier. Dans son atelier drômois, une centaine de céramistes perpétuent un savoir-faire ancestral et sans cesse innovant. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.
Bienvenidas y bienvenidos a Recarga Activa, el podcast diario de AnaitGames en el que filtramos lo más relevante de la actualidad del videojuego en pildorazos de 15 minutos. Estos son los titulares de hoy: SEGA detalla las ofertas de las nuevas versiones de Yakuza 0, Yakuza Kiwami y Yakuza Kiwami 2 para los usuarios de ediciones anteriores Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders llega a PS5 el 3 de diciembre El nuevo Grashopper Manufacture Direct se emitirá la semana que viene Suscríbete para recibir el siguiente episodio en tu gestor de podcasts favorito. Puedes apoyar nuestro proyecto (y acceder a un montón de contenido exclusivo) en Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/anaitreload ♫ Sintonía del programa: Senseless, de Johny Grimes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Michael Yardney Podcast | Property Investment, Success & Money
Have you ever looked at a successful property investor and thought – they just got lucky? They bought at the right time, in the right suburb, and everything seemed to go their way. But here's the truth: most successful investors don't wait for luck – they create it. In today's show, I'm joined by Brett Warren, national Director of Property at Metropole and together we're going to pull back the curtain on what really drives success in property. You'll discover why some investors always seem to be in the right place at the right time, while others miss out again and again. We'll share the habits, strategies, and mindset shifts that can help you manufacture your own luck – and set yourself up to take advantage of opportunities that others never see. So, whether you're just starting out or looking to take your portfolio to the next level, stick around – because this episode could change the way you think about property investing forever. Takeaways · Successful investors don't rely solely on luck; they create their own opportunities. · Preparation and having a clear strategy are crucial for success in property investment. · Surrounding yourself with a knowledgeable team can alleviate stress and enhance decision-making. · Mindset is a significant differentiator between successful and average investors. · Investors should focus on long-term goals rather than short-term gains. · Capital growth is more important than cash flow for long-term wealth. · Successful investors continuously learn and adapt to market changes. · Delaying gratification is essential for building wealth over time. · Investing through multiple market cycles helps build resilience and expertise. · Real-life examples show that informed decisions lead to significant equity growth. Chapters 01:36 - Are Successful Investors Just Lucky? 05:27 - The Myth of Perfect Timing in Property 09:08 - Building Luck with Teams, Buffers and Strategy 13:06 - Mindset, Long-Term Goals and Delayed Gratification 17:16 - Real Client Stories That Prove Preparation Beats Luck Links and Resources: Answer this week's trivia question here- www.PropertyTrivia.com.au · Win a hard copy of Michael Yardney's Guide to Investing · Everyone wins a copy of a fully updated property report Get a bundle of eBooks and Reports at www.PodcastBonus.com.au Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Michael Yardney – Subscribe to my Property Update newsletter here Brett Warren - National Director of Property at Metropole Also, please subscribe to my other podcast Demographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher – just look for Demographics Decoded wherever you are listening to this podcast and subscribe so each week we can unveil the trends shaping your future.
“Zadkine Art déco” au musée Zadkine, Parisdu 15 novembre 2025 au 12 avril 2026Entretien avecCécilie Champy-Vinas,conservatrice en chef et directrice du musée Zadkine,et co-commissaire de l'exposition,par Anne-Frédérique Fer, à Paris, 24 novembre 2025, durée 20'15,© FranceFineArt.https://francefineart.com/2025/11/26/3674_zadkine-art-deco_musee-zadkine/Communiqué de presseCommissariat :Cécilie Champy-Vinas, conservatrice en chef et directrice du musée ZadkineEmmanuel Bréon, conservateur en chef honoraire et président d'Art déco de FranceAvec la collaboration d'Anne-Cécile Moheng, attachée de conservation au musée ZadkineEn 2025, le musée Zadkine célèbre les cent ans de l'Art déco en mettant en lumière les liens qu'a noués le sculpteur Ossip Zadkine avec les arts décoratifs dans les années 1920-1930. À travers plus de 90 oeuvres – des sculptures, mais également des objets et du mobilier – l'exposition évoque, pour la première fois, les relations que Zadkine entretenait avec certains grands décorateurs de la période Art déco, tels Eileen Gray ou Marc du Plantier. Elle met aussi en évidence la parenté d'inspiration qui unit leurs créations.Grâce à de nombreux prêts – provenant tant de collections privées que d'institutions prestigieuses, comme le musée des Beaux-Arts d'Anvers, la Manufacture de Sèvres, le Mobilier national ou le musée des Années 30 à Boulogne – l'exposition permet de mesurer l'étendue du talent de Zadkine, artiste complet, passionné par la beauté et la variété des matières.Celui qui entendait se comporter « comme un ébéniste des XIIIe et XIVe siècles qui se fiait toujours à son instinct », comme il l'écrit dans ses mémoires, garde un intérêt constant pour les savoir-faire empruntés à l'artisanat. Au début des années 1920, lorsque Zadkine, revenu du cubisme, cherche une voie nouvelle, il expérimente différentes techniques : il colore, dore et laque ses sculptures, donnant naissance à certains de ses chefs-d'oeuvre comme l'Oiseau d'or, un plâtre doré à la feuille, ou le Torse d'hermaphrodite, laqué avec la collaboration du décorateur André Groult. C'est cependant sa maîtrise de la taille-directe qui lui vaut d'être sollicité pour l'Exposition internationale des arts décoratifs en 1925. Au côté de sculpteurs comme Pompon ou les frères Martel, il participe au décor de la Pergola de la Douce France, un monumental édifice érigé sur l'esplanade des Invalides et qui entend remettre au goût du jour la technique ancestrale de la taille directe de la pierre, perçue comme plus authentique que le modelage.L'exposition, conçue en cinq sections, explore dans un premier temps le « tournant décoratif » qui s'opère chez Zadkine dans les années 1920, moment où le sculpteur se passionne pour la couleur en sculpture et expérimente des techniques comme la dorure et la laque.Une deuxième section met en avant les sculptures de Zadkine conçues pour l'architecture : Zadkine collabore en effet à plusieurs reprises avec des architectes pour décorer des monuments, à Paris comme à Bruxelles.Les sections trois et quatre sont consacrées aux expositions de 1925 et 1937, auxquelles Zadkine a, par deux fois, contribué. En cette année du centenaire, l'accent est mis sur l'Exposition de 1925 et sur la Pergola de la Douce France, l'un des rares monuments de 1925 encore conservé. [...] Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
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Welcome to AI Unraveled (November 21, 2025): Your daily strategic briefing on the business impact of AI.Today's Highlights: Foxconn brings OpenAI's hardware ambitions to US soil; internal leaks reveal OpenAI's deep anxiety over Google's Gemini 3; Google begins monetizing AI search with ads; and the new Nano Banana Pro model redefines on-device efficiency.Strategic Pillars & Topics:
Asbestos is highly carcinogenic, is banned and can't be imported in Australia. But in the last week it's been found in various children's coloured sand products from China, causing a major alarm across the community. The discovery has led to the closure of dozens of schools and products have been recalled from stores including Kmart, Target and Officeworks.Today, Associate Professor Anthony Linton from the Asbestos and Dust Diseases Research Institute on the health risks the sand poses and why every state is dealing with it differently.Featured: Anthony Linton, academic and research director at the Asbestos and Dust Diseases Research Institute
Whether it's going racing or producing zero to sixty times, many car manufactures have spent decades doing whatever it takes to get a competitive edge on their performance figures. But in a world of democratized speed where your average EV truck or SUV can do an 11 second quarter mile, does anyone still value the numbers? And at what lengths will manufactures go to keep their performance figures competitive? === This episode of the Carmudgeon Show is sponsored by Vredestein Tires: https://www.vredestein.com/ === Before digging into the data, Jason discusses his recent trip to the Wednesday Night Drags at Sonoma Raceway - garnering some rather unusual attention in his MK3 Volkswagen Cabrio with the almighty 2.slow . Upon laying down several solid runs, he finds his mid 18 second quarter mile times are far more lethargic than what Volkswagen reported in period. This prompts the larger discussion at hand - historically speaking, do manufactures cheat or "optimize" their test data? Jason brings in his own previous findings, first by exploring the testing of his MK1 Volkswagen Scirocco, and wondering how his test figures could be more than a second off from the official numbers. More glaring however is the data from Jason's in-period testing of the Ferrari 458 Speciale and 458 Italia, as well as the 599 GTB - the likes of which far out-performed cars in magazine testing vs. cars that were delivered to real-world customers. All this and more, on this week's episode of The Carmudgeon Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7:15 AM // Jay Underwood is the music manager and community connector behind Liberate. A grassroots initiative uplifing indie and emerging creatives across the Naarm music community. They joined us on 3CR Breakfast to discuss the upcoming fundraising event for Switchboard, a community based not for profit organisation that provides a peer driven, support service for LGBTIQA+ communities and their allies, friends, support workers and families. 7:30 AM // Juliet Lamont is a documentary filmmaker and a frontline activist for all of the intersectional struggles for justice and equality - Indigenous sovereignty, climate, human rights, native forests and Palestine. She was recently on the Global Sumud Flotilla to deliver aid in an attempt to break the illegal siege on Gaza. Juliet joined us on the program to discuss the IOF's use of F-35 jets and the parts of these weapons are being produced at Ferra Engineering in Brisbane. 7:45 AM // Sophie Ellis is the manager of the criminal law practice at YouthLaw and has been practising law for over a decade. YouthLaw is a state wide community legal service helping children and young people under 24 with a range of legal problems, including summary crime, family violence, fines and debts. Sophie joins us on the program this morning to discuss the Victorian Government's proposed Adult Time for Violent Crime Bill and how these laws will harm young people in Victoria. 8:00 AM // We spoke with the co-curators of upcoming exhibition Rest in Power, Jess Hutchison, Programming Coordinator at the Queen Victoria Women's Centre and Zahra O'Dea, an artist with a social engaged practice. The exhibition, which opens next Tuesday 25 November, will bring together art, activism and examine on gendered violence in the community, in a reflection on last year's RMIT grad show, which protested the deaths of 85 women in 2024. Jess and Zahra join us to discuss the context of the exhibition, the role of art in protest, and the importance of narrative in discussing violence against women. 8:15 AM // Cath, an activist and organiser for Defend Dissent Coalition, to discuss the context and impact of these laws. On 12 November 2025, the Victorian government introduced the Justice Legislation Amendment (Police and Other Matters) Bill 2025 proposing laws that will limit the rights of people during political demonstrations. The proposed new laws will give police additional powers to direct the removal of face coverings, and create new offences related to lock-on devices and restrict protests near places of worship. Songs:Maxine's Garden - Super TartHilwa - ZeyneAcross the Hill - Isobel Caldwell
After exposing The Pretty Side of Deception in the last episode, we explore a powerful message from Colossians 3–4 — a passage that shows what happens after the deception is revealed.In this conversation, I share her personal story of leaving karmic astrology and discovering what it really means to die to the old self and be raised in Christ. We uncover how New Age and New Thought movements have hijacked the word “resurrection” to glorify self-power — and why true resurrection isn't a rebrand or “next-level season,” but a holy surrender that leads to quiet, lasting transformation.If you've been in that in-between space — between who you were and who God is forming you to be — this episode will help you find peace in the pause, strength in hiddenness, and beauty that the world can't manufacture.In this episode, you'll discover:The difference between reinvention and resurrectionHow New Age mentors distort the idea of “rising” and “rebirth”Why true transformation requires death to self before new life in ChristHow to let God fill the empty spaces instead of rushing to “manifest” something newWhat it means to be clothed in Christ — compassion, humility, gentleness, and peaceHow to live for Heaven's applause instead of the world's approvalWhen you stop striving to reinvent yourself and allow God to resurrect you, everything changes. The pace slows. The noise quiets. What once felt like loss becomes holy preparation. The Illuminated Woman doesn't chase visibility or validation anymore—she learns to rest in the hidden work of God, trusting that what He resurrects in secret will one day reflect His glory in full light. This episode reveals it all.The Illuminated Connection Call is a free conversation where we talk heart to heart—no pressure, no agenda. I'd love to hear what's on your heart, where you are in your life and spiritual journey, and what you're sensing God may be stirring in you. Whether you're just beginning to question the New Age path, exploring Biblical truth, are already living a God-led life, or simply feeling lost and unsure—this space is for you. Schedule through this link.
Send us a textWe'll explore the modern desire to manufacture talent on this week's episode!The Krewe will set a new standard for #weeklywhiskey with Implicit Bias Liquor Collective partner Champagne's of Abbeville as we'll pick a New Riff Bourbon which will be available for you soon!We'll go down rabbit holes of renovations to the East Wing of the White House, what government programs were originally designed for, the NBA Scandal, Dan Rather creating #fakenews, and we'll solve so many more problems of the world!Don't miss your Implicit Bias!Support the show
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Full Press discusses whether journalists fed a grand narrative that would see Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre fall, dives into the CBC's latest plan for itself, and wonders why Canadian media didn't touch the most controversial op-ed of the month. The Hub is Canada's fastest growing independent digital news outlet. Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get all our best content: https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple) https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify) Watch a video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHubCanada Want more Hub? Get a FREE 3-month trial membership on us: https://thehub.ca/free-trial/ Follow The Hub on X: https://x.com/thehubcanada?lang=en CREDITS: Amal Attar-Guzman - Producer Alisha Rao - Sound Editor Harrison Lowman - Host
On this episode of The Business of Watches Podcast we drop in on Niels Eggerding, the CEO of Frederique Constant (and sister marque Alpina), at the brand's headquarters in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland near Geneva. Eggerding has been in the corner office since 2018 and has steered FC through a series of challenges and triumphs during his time leading the company. The Dutchman has brought more high horology and cool collaborations to the value and volume-driven brand, including perpetual calendars and tourbillons as well as more precious-metal cases. But it's a delicate balance for Frederique Constant as value-priced watches still account for more than 90% of its production volumes. Amid rising input costs and a strong Swiss franc, not to mention the challenge of U.S. tariffs, Eggerding's biggest challenge is maintaining FC's value proposition while burnishing its reputation as a serious watchmaker able to produce high-end timepieces. At the same time, he has to keep delivering sales and profit for the brand's owner, Citizen of Japan. On this episode of The Business of Watches Podcast, we drop in on Niels Eggerding, the CEO of Frederique Constant (and sister marque Alpina), at the brand's headquarters in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, near Geneva.We hope you enjoy our conversation with Niels Eggerding. Be sure to leave any thoughts or questions in the comments section, and we'll do our best to respond. Want to subscribe so you never miss an episode? This new show is being published to the original Hodinkee Podcasts feed, so you can subscribe wherever you find your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or TuneIn.Show Notes:4:10 Frederique Constant Worldtimer 5:00 FC Classic Perpetual Calendar 5:31 Company history and milestones6:00 Vacheron Constantin7:30 Citizen8:30 La Joux-Perret 10:15 LJP solar quartz movement in Tag Heuer 12:30 Manufacture collection 12:45 Highlife collection16:00 New manufacture QP in 40mm case22:00 FC Women's collection23:23 FC Manchette 28:00 U.S. tariffs and watch prices43:00 FC YouTube channel
October 15, 2025- Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar, a Queens Democrat, argues that the state government should get in the business of manufacturing and distributing generic drugs as a more affordable option for New Yorkers.
Starting next year, the Army will be able to domestically mass-produce upwards of 10,000 small unmanned aerial systems each month, according to the service. Army Materiel Command is leading a new pilot program dubbed “SkyFoundry” that will allow the service to rapidly develop, test and produce small drones using innovative manufacturing methods. Officials are currently identifying multiple facilities where the platforms will be designed and produced. The department expects it can manufacture at least 10,000 UAS per month once the first site is up and running, Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. James Mingus said Tuesday. He said during a fireside chat at the annual AUSA conference: “We'll be at 10,000 a month by this time next year, if not more.” The effort comes as the Pentagon looks to ramp up production of small drones across the services following Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's “Unleashing U.S. Military Drone Dominance” directive, issued in July. The memo requires low-cost, attritable drones to be fielded to every Army squad by the end of 2026 and calls on the military to partner closely with domestic industry to scale up manufacturing. Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., sent a letter Tuesday to acting CISA Director Madhu Gottumukkala raising concerns about staffing levels and the direction of the nation's primary cybersecurity agency, writing that the “Trump Administration has undertaken multiple efforts to decimate CISA's workforce, undermining our nation's cybersecurity.” Swalwell, the ranking member on the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection, called out the agency for its reported shift of cybersecurity personnel to the Department of Homeland Security's deportation efforts, on top of the approximately 760 people that have been let go from the agency since January. Swallwell wrote: “Amid reports that the Department of Homeland Security is now forcibly transferring CISA's cybersecurity employees to other DHS components, it has become apparent that the Department's exclusive focus on its mass deportation campaign is coming at the expense of our national security,” calling it “further evidence of the Administration's failure to prioritize cybersecurity” how CISA is engaging in Reductions in Force that could threaten its capacity to prevent and respond to cybersecurity threats. In the letter, he demanded that DHS cease all efforts to cut CISA's workforce, reinstate employees who were transferred or dismissed, and provide details on the impacts of the agency's workforce reductions. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.
In the heart of Chillicothe, Ohio, a 175-year-old paper mill, long considered an unofficial symbol of the community, was forced to end production in August. Once a cornerstone of the town of 22,000, demand for the specialty paper it produced steadily declined, leading to its closure. First announced in April, the shutdown affected roughly 750 employees, who were notified months in advance. As Pixelle Specialty Solutions, the plant's owner, prepared to relocate operations, workers were left facing difficult choices about their futures.
American manufacturing is facing a major workforce crisis—with an estimated 2.1 million jobs potentially unfilled by 2030. But what if the solution is already trained and ready? This week, Lori and Erin talk with Ben Kohler, leader of the Next Frontier Advanced Manufacturing Institute (NFAMI), about how his organization is solving two problems at once: helping veterans transition into civilian careers and filling manufacturing talent gaps.Ben shares how NFAMI provides tuition-free, hands-on training in welding and CNC machining to veterans, military spouses, and their adult children. Based in Montana but ripe for national expansion, the program turns military discipline and technical know-how into highly sought-after manufacturing skills.
In this episode of our new digital clinical safety podcast series, originally recorded in Autumn 2024, we are joined by Liz Barfield, who brings over 20 years of experience in this vital area. Liz's extensive background includes roles in emergency care, implementation, and her most recent position as a Clinical Safety Officer (CSO) at NHS England, where she contributed to numerous national programmes. In 2019, she completed an MSc in Patient Safety, focusing her dissertation on the DCB safety standards. Throughout the podcast, Liz shares valuable insights and practical hints and tips for those working in digital clinical safety roles. Further resources: • Digital Clinical Safety – Essentials e-learning training module https://digital.nhs.uk/services/clinical-safety/clinical-risk-management-training#essentials-training • Digital Clinical Safety – Intermediate e-learning training module https://digital.nhs.uk/services/clinical-safety/clinical-risk-management-training#intermediate-training • Digital Clinical Safety – Practitioner training https://digital.nhs.uk/services/clinical-safety/clinical-risk-management-training#practitioner-training • Digital Safety in Practice course - https://digital.nhs.uk/services/clinical-safety/clinical-risk-management-training#digital-safety-in-practice • Digital Clinical Safety – Refresher training https://digital.nhs.uk/services/clinical-safety/clinical-risk-management-training#refresher-training The digital clinical risk management standards: • DCB0129: Clinical Risk Management: its Application in the Manufacture of Health IT Systems https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-information/information-standards/governance/latest-activity/standards-and-collections/dcb0129-clinical-risk-management-its-application-in-the-manufacture-of-health-it-systems/ • DCB0160: Clinical Risk Management: its Application in the Deployment and Use of Health IT Systems - NHS England Digital https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-information/information-standards/governance/latest-activity/standards-and-collections/dcb0160-clinical-risk-management-its-application-in-the-deployment-and-use-of-health-it-systems/ A full transcript of this episode is available on our website - https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/insights-from-a-national-clinical-safety-officer-podcast-transcript/ Please get in touch if you have any questions regarding this episode - Tengland.clinical.safety@nhs.net
SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWChaos has become the fuel of modern politics and media.Every headline feels like a crisis. Every scandal is sold like the end of the world. And yet nothing changes. What if the chaos was not an accident, but the plan all along?This episode takes you inside the machine that thrives on your exhaustion. Why do they keep the outrage flowing? Why do they want you overwhelmed? And what happens when you stop playing along?You will hear why panic has become a business model. You will learn how exhaustion is used as a tactic. And you will discover why the endless cycle of breaking news is designed to keep you drained instead of informed.You will find out what confusion does to your focus and why outrage travels faster than facts. Most of all, you will understand why this system survives only if you keep giving it your attention.You will also hear what it takes to turn the dial back in your favor. How to recognize the performance for what it is. How to guard your attention from being stolen. And how to put your focus back where it actually matters.The question is not whether you will keep feeding it. The real question is whether you will take action to change it.Your feedback is important:WolfPackTalks@gmail.comAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com
How Planetary Roller Screws Work, How to Manufacture Them? by Marwa ElDiwiny
“Projects like HPQ Silicon's strengthen Canada's ability to manufacture components for high-performance batteries, and are creating a world-class battery ecosystem…” – The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources“Canada is taking action to build a nation that is ready to unlock the strength, potential and innovation of our workers, businesses, and resources. The work being done by HPQ Silicon is a key part of that goal.” - Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural ResourcesHPQ Silicon $HPQ / $HPQFF announced it has been awarded up to C$3 million in federal funding to accelerate commercialization of its silicon-based anode materials—a key component that can increase the capacity of lithium-ion batteries. The funding is non-dilutive (no new shares issued) and is aimed at moving from lab success to scaled manufacturing.Silicon anodes can store more energy than conventional graphite alone, but historically they've faced swelling and durability issues. HPQ Silicon has addressed major integration challenges and produced commercial-grade material designed to deliver meaningful performance gains over 1,000 charge cycles—a hurdle that has limited broader adoption.CEO Bernard Tourillon outlines a near-term plan to scale production capacity and finalize equipment manufacturing with its R&D and engineering partners over the next 3–6 months. The goal: move from pilot output to an initial commercial line sized for meaningful cell volumes, with the company referencing a 50-ton per year material system as a stepping stone to larger deployments.Beyond the federal award, HPQ emphasized that the funding came after a rigorous, multi-stage government review process that effectively validates its technology and commercial approach. The company continues to work closely with its specialist R&D partner to refine the production system and has already been invited to participate in upcoming industry and government showcases, underscoring its role in Canada's broader battery ecosystem. Together, these elements provide not just financial support, but also external recognition that positions HPQ as a credible player in the emerging market for advanced battery materials.Bernard Tourillon underscored that the demand for more efficient batteries is only increasing, driven by rising global energy needs—even as active populations plateau. He highlighted that industry experts view lithium-based batteries enhanced with graphite and silicon as the long-term path forward, much like how solar technology became the dominant standard after years of incremental improvement. HPQ's silicon anode material, validated through government funding, is designed to integrate directly into existing battery production lines. This positions both HPQ and Canada to be competitive players in a market that will continue to expand as efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness remain top priorities worldwide.The interview frames a credible multi step-change for HPQ: government validation, non-dilutive capital, a defined 3–6 month scale-up plan, and a cost pathway via continuous processing. Execution remains key, but the risk-reward has improved as the company moves from “talking the talk” to building capacity for commercial orders. WHAT'S NEWWHY IT MATTERSCOMMERCIAL PATH AND TIMING 3RD PARTY VALIDATION MARKET POTENTIALTHE TAKEAWAY
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All over the world, for all of human history – and probably going back to our earliest hominid ancestors – people have found ways to try to keep themselves clean. But how did soap come about? Research: “Soap, N. (1), Etymology.” Oxford English Dictionary, Oxford UP, June 2025, https://doi.org/10.1093/OED/1115187665. American Cleaning Institute. “Soaps & Detergents History.” https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/understanding-products/why-clean/soaps-detergents-history Beckmann, John. “History of Inventions, Discoveries and Origins.” William Johnston, translator. Bosart, L.W. “The Early History of the Soap Industry.” The American Oil Chemists' Society. Journal of Oil & Fat Industries 1924-10: Vol 1 Iss 2. Cassidy, Cody. “Who Discovered Soap? What to Know About the Origins of the Life-Saving Substance.” Time. 5/5/2020. https://time.com/5831828/soap-origins/ Ciftyurek, Muge, and Kasim Ince. "Selahattin Okten Soap Factory in Antakya and an Evaluation on Soap Factory Plan Typology/Antakya'da Bulunan Selahattin Okten Sabunhanesi ve Sabunhane Plan Tipolojisi Uzerine Bir Degerlendirme." Art-Sanat, no. 19, Jan. 2023, pp. 133+. Gale Academic OneFile, dx.doi.org/10.26650/artsanat.2023.19.1106544. Accessed 18 Aug. 2025. Costa, Albert B. “Michel-Eugène Chevreul.” Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Michel-Eugene-Chevreul Curtis, Valerie A. “Dirt, disgust and disease: a natural history of hygiene.” Journal of epidemiology and community health vol. 61,8 (2007): 660-4. doi:10.1136/jech.2007.062380 Dijkstra, Albert J. “How Chevreul (1786-1889) based his conclusions on his analytical results.” OCL. Vol. 16, No. 1. January-February 2009. Gibbs, F.W. “The History and Manufacture of Soap.” Annals of Science. 1939. Koeppel, Dan. “The History of Soap.” 4/15/2020. https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/history-of-soap/ List, Gary, and Michael Jackson. “Giants of the Past: The Battle Over Hydrogenation (1903-1920).” https://www.ars.usda.gov/research/publications/publication/?seqNo115=210614 Maniatis, George C. “Guild Organized Soap Manufacturing Industry in Constantinople: Tenth-Twelfth Centuries.” Byzantion, 2010, Vol. 80 (2010). https://www.jstor.org/stable/44173107 National Museum of American History. “Bathing (Body Soaps and Cleansers).” https://americanhistory.si.edu/collections/object-groups/health-hygiene-and-beauty/bathing-body-soaps-and-cleansers New Mexico Historic Sites. “Making Soap from the Leaves of the Soaptree Yucca.” https://nmhistoricsites.org/assets/files/selden/Virtual%20Classroom_Soaptree%20Yucca%20Soap%20Making.pdf “The history of soapmaking.” 8/30/2019. https://www.open.edu/openlearn/history-the-arts/history/history-science-technology-and-medicine/history-science/the-history-soapmaking Pliny the Elder. “The Natural History of Pliny. Translated, With Copious Notes and Illustrations.” Vol. 5. John Bostock, translator. https://www.gutenberg.org/files/60688/60688-h/60688-h.htm Pointer, Sally. “An Experimental Exploration of the Earliest Soapmaking.” EXARC Journal. 2024/3. 8/22/2024. https://exarc.net/issue-2024-3/at/experimental-exploration-earliest-soapmaking Ridner, Judith. “The dirty history of soap.” The Conversation. 5/12/2020. https://theconversation.com/the-dirty-history-of-soap-136434 Routh, Hirak Behari et al. “Soaps: From the Phoenicians to the 20th Century - A Historical Review.” Clinics in Dermatology. Vol. No. 3. 1996. Smith, Cyril Stanley, and John G. Hawthorne. “Mappae Clavicula: A Little Key to the World of Medieval Techniques.” Transactions of the American Philosophical Society, vol. 64, no. 4, 1974, pp. 1–128. JSTOR, https://doi.org/10.2307/1006317. Accessed 18 Aug. 2025. Timilsena, Yakindra Prasad et al. “Perspectives on Saponins: Food Functionality and Applications.” International journal of molecular sciences vol. 24,17 13538. 31 Aug. 2023, doi:10.3390/ijms241713538 “Craftsmanship of Aleppo Ghar soap.” https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/craftsmanship-of-aleppo-ghar-soap-02132 “Tradition of Nabulsi soap making in Palestine.” https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/tradition-of-nabulsi-soap-making-in-palestine-02112 “Soaps.” https://www.fs.usda.gov/wildflowers/ethnobotany/soaps.shtml van Dijk, Kees. “Soap is the onset of civilization.” From Cleanliness and Culture. Kees van Dijk and Jean Gelman Taylor, eds. Brill. 2011. https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.1163/j.ctvbnm4n9.4 Wei, Huang. “The Sordid, Sudsy Rise of Soap in China.” Sixth Tone. 8/11/2020. https://www.sixthtone.com/news/1006041 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Voilà un épisode qu'on attendait depuis longtemps. Alain Ducasse occupe une place à part dans le monde de la gastronomie, c'est rien de le dire. Il compte une vingtaine d'étoiles, des restaurants dans le monde entier, il crée des manufactures autour du chocolat, de la glace ou encore du biscuit, bref c'est un chef qui a le goût d'entreprendre aussi développé que celui de cuisiner. Le goût... du risque comme il dit.Son expertise elle n'est plus à démontrer, sa notoriété est mondiale, il est appelé partout, par tous pour ouvrir de nouvelles adresses et pourtant on sait peu de choses de lui. Voilà pourquoi c'était un sacré défi pour nous: attaquer un sommet de la gastronomie en essayant par nous même de trouver la voie qui pourra au mieux l'éclairer. Cet épisode est à part car il ne respecte pas la chronologie habituelle. Alain Ducasse se livre peu et n'aime pas particulièrement parler de sa vie en fait... Alors il a fallu opérer autrement. C'est l'entretien le plus exigeant de notre podcast, une véritable tentative de décryptage avec comme seule ambition, savoir qui est Alain Ducasse... Tout simplement ;-)On sait la tâche ardue mais on commence à savoir faire sauter quelques verrous... Vous allez voir qu'on essaie donc encore et encore, tout au long de l'épisode de percer la façade et au final... Je crois qu'on vous offre un joli portrait... Alors qu'y a-t-il dans la tête d'Alain Ducasse ?? Bonne écoute!!Cet épisode a été enregistré le 4 novembre 2022 au Salon des Manufactures lors de la sortie de son livre "Une vie de goûts et de passions" - Ed. JC Lattès Prod : NOLA Création musicale : Nathan Cohen Programmation : Marion Cazes Assistant journaliste/montage : Penelope Gualchierotti Journaliste : David OrdonoHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit zeteo.comIn this week's episode of Mehdi Unfiltered, Mehdi is joined by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, who calls Trump's presidency a ‘fascist authoritarian takeover' and reveals what he will do if the president tries to send the military to Minneapolis.SUBSCRIBE TO ZETEO TO SUPPORT INDEPENDENT AND UNFILTERED JOURNALISM: https://zeteo.com/subscribeWATCH ‘MEHDI UNFILTERED' ON SUBSTACK: https://zeteo.com/s/mehdi-unfilteredFIND ZETEO:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zeteo_newsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zeteonewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zeteonewsFIND MEHDI:Substack: https://substack.com/@mehdirhasanTwitter: https://twitter.com/@mehdirhasanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/@mehdirhasanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mehdirhasan
President Trump is determined to shift manufacturing jobs back to American soil — but that's a monumentally difficult task. Rachel Slade joins host Krys Boyd to discuss challenges small businesses face when they want to source American-made products, how regulation gets in the way, and why labor unions might help bring jobs back. Her book is “Making It in America: The Almost Impossible Quest to Manufacture in the U.S.A. (And How It Got That Way).”This episode originally aired June, 6th 2025. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Have you ever wanted to know what it's like to enter the space where watches are made? These very real places remain an abstract thought to most people, as passionate as they may be about the time-telling objects on their wrists. You can read about them, see images and video, and hear all about them, but that only provides a two-dimensional view. As media voices in this field, we have often been lucky to get the immersive experience of visiting a Swiss watch manufacture. Today, Nacho, Lex, and Thomas come together to reminisce and share their experiences and impressions of visiting these places. They also talk about how brands' facilities differ, touch upon non-Swiss manufactures, and give some advice on how to make the pilgrimage to Switzerland to experience this for yourself.
After discovering a case of bird flu jumping from a dairy cow to a human, scientists have been scrambling to reverse engineer that strain of the virus and test it in laboratory settings. To that end, let's discuss several papers that came out of this effort.
When purpose meets pressure, consistency is born. In this episode, Kevin and Alan share how to “manufacture necessity” so staying consistent isn't optional. From the $100 Habit challenge to public accountability, they reveal simple ways to turn pressure into progress and keep your goals on track. Whether you're chasing a personal milestone or a professional dream, you'll hear practical, real-world strategies to help you stay consistent, focused, and moving forward.Learn more about:
Under pressure from Trump's tariff threats, Apple just announced it is pouring another $100 billion into U.S. manufacturing to protect iPhones, and its bottom line. And the company announces its new “American Manufacturing Program” to reshore Apple's supply chain and boost U.S. production of critical components.Featured Guest: Rob Biederman, managing partner, Asymmetric Capital Partners
Apple on Wednesday revealed more details about a multibillion-dollar U.S. manufacturing commitment the tech giant promised earlier this year — including new plans that involve North Texas. In other news, The FBI responded to U.S. Sen. John Cornyn's request to help locate the Texas House Democrats who left the state to prevent the Legislature from passing a new congressional map; Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says he's investigating Powered by People over reports the group founded by former El Paso congressman Beto O'Rourke has been raising money to support Texas House Democrats who left the state amid an ongoing battle over redistricting; and Gov. Greg Abbott asked the Texas Supreme Court on Tuesday to remove House Democratic Caucus chair Rep. Gene Wu of Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this powerful episode of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with Kory Stevens, founder of Taft, to explore the deeply personal and professional journey behind one of the fastest-growing men's fashion brands in the world. Kory opens up about the real cost of success—sharing the toll his rapid rise in business took on his mental health and family life. From living in a small apartment with his wife and newborn to making millions within just a few years, Kory shares the behind-the-scenes reality of building a viral, bootstrapped eCommerce empire.Kory walks us through the early days of Taft, including his first viral Reddit post, how he leveraged organic social media to drive explosive growth, and what it felt like to become a self-made millionaire almost overnight. But he doesn't shy away from the struggles—revealing the emotional breakdowns, the therapy sessions, and the identity crisis that followed when he realized he no longer knew who he was outside of the business.This episode is a raw and honest look at entrepreneurship, mental health, marriage, and the power of vulnerability. Whether you're a startup founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone navigating your own path to self-worth, Kory's story will challenge and inspire you to rethink what success really means.
Send us a textAsk me anything: Your questions answered This week we're doing something a little different with a Q&A session!I am joined by Caroline Yates, and we answer all your questions and try to dispel any myths around products and hair loss.If you would like your question answered and to feature on a future episode, send me over a DM or voicenote with anything you would like to know!Connect with Caroline:Instagram Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!
Send us a textThe importance of communication ~ from a former hostage negotiator Nigel Taberner is an award winning expert speaker, who joins me this week to discuss the importance of communication, and how we can build deep relationships with our clients.Nigel joined the police at age 21, after re-sitting his exams to fulfil his dream to be able to help people and fight crime.He became a D.I. in counterterrorism and was a hostage negotiator for over ten years, dealing with over 130 incidents successfully.We discuss the traits of a good communicator, including listening, emotional intelligence, and what is needed to effectively relate to people in order to develop relationships.Nigel explains how it is important to work out someone's currency and what is important to them in order to influence the outcomes.Connect with Nigel:LinkedInInstagramWebsite Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!
durée : 00:04:38 - Le Son d'Avignon - par : Marie Sorbier - Le Brésil est aussi à l'honneur dans les rues d'Avignon. Dans le cadre de la Saison Brésil France 2025, quatre compagnies sont présentes dans le festival "off". Parmi elles, "Histoire de l'œil" à la Manufacture et c'est le coup de cœur des critiques. - invités : Pierre Lesquelen Critique à I/O Gazette et Détectives sauvages, dramaturge et enseignant-chercheur
Between annual targets and cost-focused KPIs, procurement leaders find themselves in an impossible bind when it comes to decarbonization: they know sustainability matters, yet the very incentive structures designed to reward their performance actively undermine their decarbonization efforts. In this episode, co-hosts Rich Ham and Philip Ideson speak with Martin Chilcott, Founder and CEO of 2 Degrees Limited and Founder of Manufacture 2030, to explore how procurement incentives could rapidly accelerate corporate decarbonization. Martin works with global corporations across manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and automotive industries, and he's seen firsthand how carbon strategies succeed or stall based on the commercial relationship between procurement and their suppliers. Martin points out an important truth that many procurement leaders understand but struggle to quantify: "Carbon costs exist right now, even if they don't appear on your budget line." He shared concrete examples like Panama Canal disruptions and cocoa price hikes, with climate disruptions already impacting business financials. The problem, he says, isn't awareness, but short-termism and narrow financial definitions that discourage investment. As Martin says, "If reducing emissions isn't explicitly worth the effort financially, suppliers won't make the effort." The way forward requires fundamental changes to how procurement defines value. By reframing total cost of ownership to explicitly include carbon, implementing longer-term contracts with carbon reduction targets, and building targeted supplier incentives, procurement can make decarbonization both profitable and achievable. Links: Martin Chilcott on LinkedIn Rich Ham on LinkedIn Learn more at FineTuneUs.com
President Trump is determined to shift manufacturing jobs back to American soil — but that's a monumentally difficult task. Rachel Slade joins host Krys Boyd to discuss challenges small businesses face when they want to source American-made products, how regulation gets in the way, and why labor unions might help bring jobs back. Her book is “Making It in America: The Almost Impossible Quest to Manufacture in the U.S.A. (And How It Got That Way).” Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
We Like Shooting Episode 616 This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: Midwest Industries, Die Free Co., Swampfox Optics, Night Fision, XTech Tactical, Rost Martin, Blue Alpha Welcome to the We Like Shooting Show, episode 616! Our cast tonight is Jeremy Pozderac, Aaron Krieger, Nick Lynch, and me Shawn Herrin, welcome to the show! GunCon PUBLIC EVENT - June 28th Location - Cleveland, Ohio at the Twist Drill Building (1242 E 49th St) Industry/Media Events - June 25-28 (Mixed locations around Cleveland area) https://guncon.net/event/guncon-2025/ use code wlsislife for $5 off Contest, win a shirt if you get selfies at both events with the cast. GOALS August 9th and 10th in Knoxville, Tennessee. https://events.goa.org/goals/ - Gear Chat Aaron - Squatchin' Around Sasquatch Nick - Guns and Kryon Vibes Guntology Kryon Nick - Sig P211 GTO Uncovered Sig P211 GTO Shawn - Glock Enhancements: Kiral Defense and LOK Grips Upgrade Kiral Defense has introduced a Reduced Angle Backstrap for Glock pistols, modifying the grip to resemble that of a 1911 for improved ergonomics and control. This U.S.-made accessory, tested by law enforcement, aims to enhance comfort and accuracy for various shooters, and its drop-in design maintains holster compatibility. The pricing ranges from $29.99 to $39.99, potentially attracting Glock owners looking to upgrade their firearms. Shawn - Flux Raider X Revamp! Flux Raider X update Wound packing Bullet Points - Gun Fights Step right up for "Gun Fights," the high-octane segment hosted by Nick Lynch, where our cast members go head-to-head in a game show-style showdown! Each contestant tries to prove their gun knowledge dominance. It's a wild ride of bids, bluffs, and banter—who will come out on top? Tune in to find out! WLS is Lifestyle Tactical Gear Gossip: Insights and Updates A correction facility recently published a photo of an inmate sewing tactical gear, which was quickly removed but saved by users. This has sparked discussions regarding the use of prisoner labor by prominent tactical gear brands like Ferro Concepts, raising concerns about quality control and ethical implications. The incident has led to mixed reactions within the gun community, with some questioning the morality of using low-cost inmate labor while others argue it is a legal and competitive strategy to produce quality products. Aaron's Alley Going Ballistic Windy City Woes: Gun Control Fail Chicago: At Least 23 Shot Friday Thru Saturday Alone Holy Collision: Church Shooter's Uber Michigan Officials: Deacon in Truck Ran over Church Shooter, Then Security Guard Shot Him Dead Texas: More Guns, Less Rules! Gov. Abbott Signs Bill Removing Short-Barrel Rifles from Texas Prohibited Weapons List Another Day, Another Gun Grab Rhode Island Democrats Ban Sale, Manufacture of ‘Assault Weapons School Zone Gun Battles Podcast: NRO's Charles Cooke on Challenge to Federal Gun Free School Zones Guns and Politics: Who Cares? Big Beautiful Bill updates 5th Circuit Withdraws Decision In Suppressor Challenge Ninth Circuit Unanimously Strikes Down California's “One-Gun-a-Month” Law: A Landmark Victory for Second Amendment Rights Justice Dept. to Cut Two-Thirds of Inspectors Monitoring Gun Sales Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - from HugMuffin Actual - Five out of Five Taurus Curves. As icons of masculinity, comparison between the WLS cast and 70's disco supergroup “The Village People” cannot be ignored. Shawn- The Cop. Keeps other cast members in line with a fair but firm hand. Jeremy- The Cowboy. Loves large belt buckles, leather chaps, and riding bareback. Aaron- The Native American. His people have historically been on the wrong end of the stick, but he is rising up to overcome.
Smart Agency Masterclass with Jason Swenk: Podcast for Digital Marketing Agencies
Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Have you ever found yourself grinding endlessly, only to pause and think, “Is this really what I signed up for?” Maybe you started your business chasing freedom—only to end up feeling trapped by the very thing you built. It's a common trap: the belief that working harder and enduring more pressure will eventually earn you the right to enjoy life after a big exit. But as today's guest discovered, you don't need to wait 10 more years to start living. What you really need is a clearer why, a stronger structure, and the right people around you—people who understand your vision and support your growth. Blake Denman is the president and founder of Rickety Roo, a remote agency specializing in SEO and paid search marketing. He'll discuss his unconventional path into entrepreneurship, which was influenced by a personal injury, and the importance of designing your business and life around personal values, not just growth for growth's sake. He also shares his time management strategies, how he uses AI for self-reflection, and his perspective on the mental load of entrepreneurship. If you're an agency owner still doing everything—from ops to admin to taxes—you'll relate to his story. In this episode, we'll discuss: Strategic hires that might results in your identity crisis. Designing your life before it designs you. Time audits, energy filters & the “$5K task” rule. Figuring out what you actually want. Do you thrive in chaos? Manufacture some healthy pressure. Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources Wix: Today's episode of the Smart Agency Masterclass is sponsored by Wix Studio, the all-in-one platform designed to help agencies scale without the headaches. With intuitive tools, robust native business solutions, and low maintenance, Wix Studio lets your team focus on what matters most—delivering exceptional value to your clients. Ready to take your agency to the next level? Visit wix.com/studio and discover how Wix Studio can transform your workflow, boost profits, and strengthen client relationships. The Moment that Forced Him to Slow Down Blake didn't set out to build an agency. Like a lot of agency owners, he fell into it. What started as freelancing to pay the bills while he finished school and pursued a different career path took a hard left turn—literally—when a serious bike accident landed him with a traumatic brain injury. That moment forced Blake to slow down. Rebuild. Rethink. And when he got back into client work, he realized something: just because you can do it all doesn't mean you should. Like many agency owners, he hit the familiar ceiling of capacity. So he started hiring. First contractors. Then a coach in 2019. That's when the game really changed. The Pivot Point: Strategic Hires (and the Identity Crisis That Follows) When you've built your agency from the ground up, letting go isn't just hard—it can mess with your head. One of the pivots that really made a difference in Blake's agency was the strategic hires that required him to let go of some areas of the business. For instance, when he finally handed over operations. “I was like that John Travolta meme—just looking around wondering what to do with myself.” And that's the truth no one talks about: letting go of operations isn't just a tactical decision. It's emotional. You've tied your identity to being the guy who does everything. And suddenly… you're not. That shift sparked something deeper—what Blake calls “identity paralysis.” Not a crisis, but a freeze. A moment of, “If I'm not the operator, who am I now?” Spoiler: that question is the start of real CEO-level growth. Designing Your Life (Before It Designs You) Most agency owners plan every quarter like a military op: KPIs, OKRs, revenue targets. But how many plan their life that way? Blake started mapping his ideal year: the trips, the purchases, the experiences. Then he calculated what income he actually needed to live that life. We're mostly led to believe those goals are too far away, but the first time he did this he was just $1,500/month off. So many agency owners think they need to sell their business to finally live the life they want. But often, you don't need to sell—you just need to restructure. What if the business could serve your life now instead of being the thing you have to escape? Time Audits, Energy Filters & the “$5K Task” Rule Most people say they value their time but let it slip through their fingers, which is why you need a time tracking method that works for you. After trying a few, Blake got a framework from one of his early coaches. He categorizes his weekly tasks into four buckets: $5, $50, $500, and $5,000/hour value. If you think your time is worth $5,000 but the time audit shows its mostly spent in the $5 or $50 buckets, congrats—you've just diagnosed why your growth is stuck and your energy's tanked. To his surprise, this is what happened to Blake, who was spending way more time than he thought on the $5 and $50 columns. You don't scale by doing more. You scale by doing less of the wrong things. What Do You Actually Want? If your agency isn't giving you time, freedom, and joy… what the hell are you building it for? Blake now runs his agency with zero calls on Mondays. Focus time is blocked. The calendar is color-coded. And most importantly, the business doesn't need him 60 hours a week to grow. He also has the whole team on Brain.fm, a tool that uses science-backed audio to get you in the zone faster. Some would call that a lifestyle business, but so what? Lifestyle business can be extremely profitable too. Why not build your business around what you like and don't like? People who struggle for 20 years to then sell their agency find that after all their work they have maybe ten years left to do the things they want to do. Lessons for the Owner-Operator Ready to Evolve If you're reading this and feeling that twinge—that mix of burnout and “I want more” clarity—take these cues from Blake: -Let go of the identity that your agency is you. -Map your ideal life, then build your business to fund it. -Hire for elevation, not just delegation. -Your value isn't in the tasks you do. It's in the vision you hold. From the Hustle Hamster Wheel to the Hedonic Treadmill You want the 8-figure agency, right? So did Blake. Until he realized that every time he hit a new goal, he'd feel good for a week… maybe five days. Then it was back to baseline. This is what's called the Hedonic Treadmill—and agency owners live on it without realizing it. We chase growth for growth's sake. Or worse, for external validation—from peers, clients, even family. Blake stopped to think about what was next after he had the money. Was he supposed to save it? Spend it? Did he even need that much? Define what you want your life to look like, and build your agency to support that. Don't fall into the trap of chasing growth for validation more than for yourself. If you let go of the idea of just hitting a number, surround yourself with the best team and clients, and set your priorities, you'll be able to go after what you really want and live your best life. Agency Owners & the Calm in the Chaos Most agency owners have had the type of upbringing that's them great under pressure. Calm in chaos. Laser-focused when everything's on fire. Of course, this can also become a trap if you start creating chaos just to feel normal. For instance, you may seek pressure to push you into action. In his case, after years of needing the chaos, Blake turned to Claude to figure out a way to manufacture chaos without the disastrous consequences. His AI coach creates a “painful penalty” for missing a goal. For instance, donate $1,000 to a political group you can't stand if you miss a revenue target. That'll light a fire. Point is: for some people motivation isn't just about dreaming big. If you need some added pressure to get working engineer consequences that make staying small more painful than pushing forward. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.
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