Podcasts about Matching

Many online businesses fail to grow not because of bad products, but because of bad hiring. In this episode of The Opportunity Podcast, Greg speaks with Mads Singers, a management coach who runs multiple recruitment businesses, to talk about where founders go wrong when building teams. One of the most important hiring considerations is cultural fit. Culture is defined by behavior, not by what's written on your website, but by what you allow. If missed deadlines slide or high performers behave poorly without consequences, that becomes the standard. New hires quickly adjust to whatever they see around them. We also discuss why personality often matters more than experience. Skills can be trained. Behavior is much harder to change. Matching someone's natural strengths to the role dramatically increases your odds of success. Mads also reveals how he finds the best talent. The strongest candidates are usually already employed. If you're just posting a job ad and waiting, you're likely missing them. Expanding your reach and being proactive increases your chances of finding someone exceptional. And if you're hiring a specialist in an area you don't understand? Borrow expertise. Bring in someone knowledgeable to assess technical skill, then set clear expectations from day one. Mads explains that hiring isn't about filling seats. It's about building a team that solves problems without you. That's what turns a stressful job into a scalable, sellable asset. If you're hiring right now, planning to hire, or feeling frustrated with your current team, this episode is worth a listen. Topics Discussed in this episode: Mads' background and his recruitment companies (02:18) Mistakes and key characteristics to look for when hiring new staff (07:03) Why personality matters more than skills (10:07) The importance of identifying and protecting your company culture (14:16) Identifying proactive people and supporting new hires (23:16) How to make your job posting more attractive (28:58) How to hire high-level leadership positions from outside your business (33:14) Hiring, evaluating, and managing people more skilled than you (42:39) Information about the SEO Mastery Summit happening in March (48:20) Mentions:  Empire Flippers Podcasts Empire Flippers Marketplace Create an Empire Flippers account Subscribe to our newsletter Mads' website Mads' LinkedIn Sit back, grab a coffee, and learn how to hire the right people for your business!  

Summary An intumescent coating can be qualified or disqualified for use simply because it falls above or below a certain magical hardness level, usually as measured on the Shore D scale. But hardness has no influence on performance, and the Shore D scale just doesn't make sense when assessing softer intumescent technology types. Fireproofing industry veteran Michael Hollman explains the consequences of misusing Shore D hardness in intumescent coating specifications. Also, Michael worries that his brother-in-law might soon beat him at snooker. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 03:01 - How the industry's understanding of hardness has evolved 05:55 - Durometers' importance in measuring coating hardness 07:31 - Matching different Shore scales to different coating technologies 09:39 - When standards are "cut-and-pasted" without context 11:35 - Aligning hardness expectations across project teams 13:34 - Harder is not universally better 18:15 - Elasticity, damage resistance, and impact recovery 21:12 - Viewing Shore values as a reference point, not a product differentiator 22:40 - The four questions

Are we all stuck in a Lululemon time warp… or did the gym turn into a matching-set cult overnight?This week, Cat & Nat talk “cool girl workout uniform” and ask the question no one wants to say out loud: are we dressing to sweat… or to audition for Instagram?From shiny ponytails and half-bra sets to the silent pressure of looking 27 forever, we're breaking down how gym culture quietly became a fashion show — and why some of us are still clinging to leggings from 2014 like they're a personality trait.We get into:• The rise and fall of “it brands” (yes, we said it).• Why matching sets feel like a personality test.• The subtle panic of realizing you might have aged out of “cool.”• How to dress for your actual body and life — not a 23-year-old influencer's feed.• Why confidence hits harder than any $180 sports bra ever will.If you've ever stood in front of your closet thinking, “Am I trying to be trendy… or do I just want to feel good?” this episode is your permission slip to choose happy.No fashion rules. No influencer math. Just real talk about getting dressed, getting older, and getting comfortable owning both.Because the real flex? Wearing what you love and not caring who disagrees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to this episode of intergenerational strife - Fi's off for the day, so Eve props Jane up. They chat pureed food, search history, the out-of-shape Olympics, children in restaurants and the fading art of the Tannoy. Plus, best selling novelist Elly Griffiths discusses her latest book ‘The Killing Time'. Our next book club pick is 'A Town Like Alice' by Nevil Shute.Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.You can listen to our 'I'm in the cupboard on Christmas' playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1awQioX5y4fxhTAK8ZPhwQIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producers: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Artsiom Kazimirchyk, co-founder and CEO of Campaignswell, joins Apptivate to break down predictive LTV modeling, the critical flaws in how teams measure unit economics, and why today's mobile marketers need unified tools that connect profitability analysis across channels. The conversation covers what's broken in traditional LTV reporting, the technical pain points of fragmented data definitions across platforms, and how accurate cohort analysis can unlock smarter budget allocation. Questions addressed in this episode: What is Campaignswell, and what problem is it solving for mobile marketers? What is wrong with traditional LTV reporting? What exactly is predictive LTV and how far out can you forecast? Which monetization models are easiest versus hardest to predict LTV? When teams estimate their own LTV, how accurate are they usually? What immediate changes can marketers make if their LTV is poorly defined? How does Campaignswell guide budget allocation across different channels? What is the elevator pitch for Campaignswell to get teams to adopt it? Why is cohort analytics misunderstood by most marketing teams? How should marketers think about payback periods when measuring campaign efficiency? Timestamps: (0:26) — What Campaignswell is and what problem it solves for marketers (1:24) — Building Campaignswell as a single source across all teams (5:20) — Why speed matters in campaign decisions (7:50) — The hidden costs in LTV (9:47) — Predictive LTV and calculating on specific horizons (11:19) — Why subscription monetization is easiest to predict (16:19) — Client LTV predictions: When teams' numbers are off by 2x or more (20:27) — Matching optimization targets to the right LTV metrics across channels (26:22) — Why cohort analytics is misunderstood by most marketing teams (28:20) — Lightning round: First thing every morning (29:49) — Closing: Where Artsiom wants to travel next Quotes: (8:07) "Apple takes 30 percent of your revenue by default. It's really huge. It might be all your margin. And if you cannot calculate it, your comparison with customer acquisition cost might be wrong.” (25:20) “Using Campaignswell, you won't be in a situation where one team says they have a CPA of $20 bucks and another team says it's $30.” (29:14) "I noticed that marketing spend was $600,000 per day with really strong performance. ROI was something around 30 percent. So it's a really huge amount of marketing budget. The first thing I thought was there's probably something wrong." Mentioned in this episode: Campaignswell Artisom on Linkedin

Dawn catches us up on some Gen Z dating lingo, like 'freak matching.' We've got the latest on Prince Andrew. There's an Audrey Hepburn movie in the works. The Golden Girls' Estelle Getty's former home in LA is for sale. Melissa McCarthy hung out with Barbra Streisand. One Canadian town was using drones to monitor distracted driving. Scientists got their first look inside URANUS!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you and your partner go to bed at the same time or do your bedtimes stagger? New research tells us if you're in the majority or not and that's coming up next.

Why does the day disappear, even when you start with a clear plan? For busy professionals with ADHD, time blindness isn't a character flaw. Research points to neurobiological differences in executive function and time perception, dopamine dysregulation affecting motivation and internal timing. The result? Reactive weeks. Strategic thinking is squeezed out by "urgent." Constant context switching. Strained relationships. In this episode, Dave reframes time blocking as visual decision-making and not rigid scheduling. Why high achievers with ADHD struggle with estimating time The leadership cost of operating without visual structure Using themed blocks (Deep Work, Meetings, Admin, Strategic Thinking, Recovery) Planning by energy, not just the clock Matching high-focus windows to complex work Building buffers and overflow blocks (plan for reality, not perfection) Transition rituals to reduce friction (5-minute resets, defining the next tiny step, clearing tabs) The "Land and Launch" method for smoother task switching **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave's calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min  

Have you ever modified your lures and soft plastics, on the water, to replicate the available baitfish? Jo Starling says it's easy and shares a great example on this episode of The Big Fish.  

Chair Latz, Senator Limmer, and members, thank you for inviting me to be here today.I am glad that we are here when, if the federal government is to be believed, Operation Metro Surge will soon be winding down. Tragically, whenever the real end to this surge finally comes, it will come too late for Renee Good and Alex Pretti and all who loved them. We will continue to seek justice for them.The surge will end too late for Liam Conejo Ramos and the other children who will have to live with the trauma of their detention.It will end too late for everyone who was wrongfully and illegally detained.It will end too late for Minnesotans who have endured racial profiling, for businesses that have closed, for children that couldn't go to school, for the people who have fallen behind on their rent because they couldn't safely go to work.The unprecedented, unconstitutional, and unnecessary exercise of force that is Operation Metro Surge leaves much pain in its wake.Despite this pain, when this surge ends, it will be a victory. It will be a victory for the rule of law, for the power of creative, lawful resistance, and for the strength of unity over division. Minnesotans organized themselves. They exercised their legal rights to observe and protest, by the tens of thousands, in sub-zero temperatures. They helped their neighbors who needed help. In the face of a massive display of force and acts of intimidation and violence, they held their — and our — constitutionally protected ground: bravely, creatively, and peacefully.I promised during the surge that I would match Minnesotans' bravery. My office and I did much to hold ICE, DHS, and the Trump Administration accountable under the law and the constitution.* On January 9, just two days after the death of Renee Good, my office joined forces with the Hennepin County Attorney's office to create a portal for witnesses to submit evidence.* This was necessary because almost immediately after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed Renee, the federal government made the extraordinary announcement that it would not include the state in its investigation or share evidence with state investigators.* It is normal and routine for state and federal law enforcement and investigators to work together: in Minnesota, it happens all the time. The trained investigators of the Minnesota BCA are completely professional and non-political. I cannot stress enough how extraordinary it is for federal law enforcement to refuse to work with state investigators on this case.* On January 12, we filed a lawsuit in federal court to end the surge.* We argued — and continue to argue — that the surge is unconstitutional, violating the First and Tenth Amendments to the constitution and the Equal Sovereignty principle.* On January 15, my office launched a form on our website for Minnesotans to share the impacts of federal government actions, including DHS actions have had on them personally or someone close to them, or that they have personally witnessed.* To date, we have more than 1,500 submissions.* And on January 24, the day that Alex Pretti was killed, my office represented the BCA in filing a lawsuit along with Hennepin County to compel the federal government to preserve evidence.* We won a temporary restraining order just two hours after we filed the lawsuit.* Disappointingly, the FBI has announced that it will not cooperate with the BCA in the Pretti matter, either.Allow me to make clear that although the surge is winding down, the two lawsuits we filed during the surge continue. We will keep challenging the constitutionality of the surge, so that this administration — or any administration — cannot ever again attempt to compel a state to kneel to its policy demands. And we will keep fighting for truth and accountability for the killings of Alex and Renee.Minnesotans had a right to expect that their federal government would have a credible, rational basis for sending more than 3,000 federal agents to our state for the largest immigration-enforcement action in our nation's history. The federal government has never deployed as many immigration agents to one place at one time as it has here.Instead, every rationale the Trump Administration has offered is a pretext.The government has said the purpose of the surge is to fight unauthorized immigration. Yet Minnesota ranks 28th among all states in the percentage of undocumented immigrants: Florida and Texas alone have nearly as many undocumented people as the entire population of Minnesota.The federal government has said the purpose of the surge is to fight fraud in government programs. I abhor fraud, and my office is already in this fight: We have convicted 300 Medicaid fraudsters in the last seven years.But the government did not surge forensic accountants or computer scientists who could actually help us fight fraud. Instead, it sent 3,000 masked, armed men.In fact, the surge has harmed the fight against fraud in Minnesota. Because of it, the federal government's work of fighting fraud in Minnesota has ground to a halt. The surge has triggered a wave of experienced prosecutors resigning from the U.S. Attorney's office in Minnesota, and the remaining staff are drowning under a flood of habeas corpus petitions.The government has also said the purpose of the surge is to fight violent crime and rid our streets of “the worst of the worst.” Yet violent crime rates in Minneapolis were falling before the surge. Furthermore, ICE's own data shows that 67% of those it has detained in Minnesota have no criminal records, and only a very small percentage have a record of committing violent crime.Notoriously, some of those detained have been children. Is five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos the worst of the worst? Or 10-year-old Elizabeth Zuña Caisaguano?The federal government has also said the purpose of the surge is to gain cooperation from state and local officials in immigration enforcement. Other elected officials in Minnesota have echoed those claims, saying that if only Minnesota had “cooperated” with ICE, the surge would not have been necessary and Renee's and Alex's lives would have been spared.So let me be perfectly clear: Minnesota already fully complies with the law when it comes to federal immigration enforcement.The Minnesota Department of Corrections already follows the state law — Section 631.50 — that requires it to notify federal authorities when a non-citizen convicted of a felony nears their release date. The federal government had to back off their false claims to the contrary when DOC presented the facts.Minnesota sheriffs and county attorneys already comply with state law that they may not keep someone incarcerated on an immigration detainer longer than they are otherwise legally allowed to incarcerate them. In February 2025, I issued a legal opinion that restated the law, which is supported by a noted Minnesota case called Esparza vs. Nobles County, as well as cases from other states. When I met in person with Border Czar Tom Homan, he acknowledged that this is the law.So Minnesota already follows the law.After dismissing all the pretexts, it's clear: This surge is about what President Trump said it was about. In a Truth Social post on January 13, he wrote that “retribution and reckoning” was coming to Minnesota. Operation Metro Surge was Trump's retribution for our policies, our values, and how we vote.In the face of Donald Trump's campaign of revenge and retribution against Minnesota, we as a state stood for the rule of law and our constitutional rights, and stood for what we believe in our beloved state: that we are stronger when we stand together, that we all do better when we all do better, and that everyone deserves to live with dignity, safety, and respect — no exceptions. Now, our attention turns to healing and to ensuring that what happened here over the past several weeks can never happen again — not to us, and not to any state, city, or neighborhood in this country. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit affordingyourlife.substack.com

First up on the podcast, Newsletter Editor Christie Wilcox, Associate Online News Editor Michael Greshko, and intern Perri Thaler share their experiences from the AAAS annual meeting in Phoenix. Christie recorded on location with David Rand regarding his prize-winning Science paper on using a large language model to combat conspiracy theories. Check out the live version of his team's Debunk Bot. Michael chats with host Sarah Crespi about the foggy outlook of science in the United States as funding levels and graduate positions decline, and the bright sunshine of young students presenting science posters. And finally, Perri shares her reporting on OpenAI's contribution to theoretical physics announced at the meeting. Next on the show, we hear about the “bouba-kiki” effect—the tendency for people, no matter their language, to associate round shapes with the nonword bouba and spiky shapes with the nonword kiki. Maria Loconsole, a postdoctoral researcher in the Comparative Cognition Lab at the University of Padova, joins the podcast to discuss why her team looked for this effect in freshly hatched chickens. It turns out these baby birds also make these associations, which suggests the effect has less to do with language and more to do with how vertebrate brains are set up to experience the world. This week's episode was produced with help from Podigy. About the Science Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First up on the podcast, Newsletter Editor Christie Wilcox, Associate Online News Editor Michael Greshko, and intern Perri Thaler share their experiences from the AAAS annual meeting in Phoenix. Christie recorded on location with David Rand regarding his prize-winning Science paper on using a large language model to combat conspiracy theories. Check out the live version of his team's Debunk Bot. Michael chats with host Sarah Crespi about the foggy outlook of science in the United States as funding levels and graduate positions decline, and the bright sunshine of young students presenting science posters. And finally, Perri shares her reporting on OpenAI's contribution to theoretical physics announced at the meeting. Next on the show, we hear about the “bouba-kiki” effect—the tendency for people, no matter their language, to associate round shapes with the nonword bouba and spiky shapes with the nonword kiki. Maria Loconsole, a postdoctoral researcher in the Comparative Cognition Lab at the University of Padova, joins the podcast to discuss why her team looked for this effect in freshly hatched chickens. It turns out these baby birds also make these associations, which suggests the effect has less to do with language and more to do with how vertebrate brains are set up to experience the world. This week's episode was produced with help from Podigy. About the Science Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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AI tools are changing the pace at which organizations filter and rank candidates. However, matching someone to a job description and actually predicting whether they'll perform well in the role are two very different things. Most hiring processes have never been validated against real performance outcomes, and organizations often don't have a clear, measurable definition of what success looks like in a role. Without that foundation, even the most sophisticated AI is just automating something that was never evidence-based in the first place.  So what would it actually take to build hiring processes that genuinely predict performance? My guest this week is Jennifer Yugo, Managing Director and owner of Corvitus, and an organizational psychologist specializing in evidence-based hiring. In our conversation, she explains the science behind predicting job performance and why most hiring processes are far from where they need to be. In the interview, we discuss: Matching candidates vs predicting performance Why most hiring lacks evidence Defining what success really looks like and identifying performance indicators Do some AI hiring tools stand up to scrutiny? The risks of automating bad decisions Questions TA leaders should ask vendors Are we going to see a reckoning for hiring technology? What might the future look like? Follow this podcast on Apple Podcasts. Follow this podcast on Spotify.

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Kabir Al-Tariq, MD. Dr. Al-Tariq is a graduate of Georgetown University School of Medicine and is currently in his transitional year before beginning dermatology residency at the University of Massachusetts. Dr. Al-Tariq gives us a very inspirational story, discussing perseverance from reapplying to medical school 3 times to suffering a near blinding injury during his third-year rotations. Dr. Al-Tariq also discusses his own application to dermatology and why having a love for the field matters most when applying. Listen in for an invigorating story and how to reframe mentality, even in the hardest of times. We hope you enjoy! Connect with Dr. Al-TariqInstagram: @Thedermresident ---DIGA Instagram: @derminterestToday's Host, George: @georgepapadeas---For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at derminterestpod@gmail.com ---District Four by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-fourLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

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"If you say something over and over often and enough, it becomes true because perception is reality."  Paul O'Callaghan has built a career at the intersection of water science, wastewater realities, and the practical question every operator and executive eventually faces; what actually moves innovation from idea to adoption.  As Founder and CEO of BlueTech Research, Paul explains how his team helps decision-makers put capital to work more efficiently in water by reducing uncertainty and separating signal from noise. He describes patterns he's watched repeat across water entrepreneurs, pilots, and product market fit, and why "innovation" often breaks down simply because utilities, investors, and founders are using the same word to mean different things.    Capital, fit, and the language gap Paul unpacks what it takes to align an investor's expectations with a technology's true pathway to scale. He contrasts different "types" of innovation and why matching the right investor, entrepreneur, market, and timeline matters as much as the technology itself. The conversation also highlights why solving a problem someone has today is often a safer starting point than betting everything on a problem that might arrive tomorrow.  Regulations as a driver and a risk  Regulation matters in water and wastewater, but Paul cautions against building an entire business on the hope that rules will create a market on schedule. He walks through timing risk, enforcement uncertainty, and why tracking policy momentum matters as much as tracking the text of the regulation itself. He also notes a shift toward more "aspirational" regulation focused on reuse, regeneration, and systems-level outcomes.  Storytelling that changes adoption  From Brave Blue World to Our Blue World, Paul shares what he learned about making water personal and compelling without reducing it to doom-and-gloom narratives. The stories he tells connect to a core professional challenge: technologies enable outcomes, but adoption accelerates when people can see and want the "better" future those outcomes create.  Listen to the full conversation above. Explore related episodes below. Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge!    Timestamps    02:33 - Trace's message on finding "your next love" through learning  09:25 - Words of Water with James McDonald  11:25 - AWT connection and the importance of being challenged by community  13:06 - Industrial Water Week dates for "this year" (Oct 5–9)  14:02 - Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals   19:15 - Interview with Founder & CEO of BlueTech Research, author of The Dynamics of Water Innovation, Executive Producer of Brave Blue World and Our Blue World  22:20 - Pivot moment into water as a career (Malaysia, Edinburgh course, "living machines")  25:15 - What BlueTech Research does (reducing uncertainty, helping capital work efficiently)  27:50 - How startups connect with BlueTech and why storytelling matters  30:09 - Matching investors, entrepreneurs, and markets (alignment and "different languages")  33:00 - The role of regulations (timing risk and market realities)  35:15 - How BlueTech keeps up (themes, emerging areas, and using AI for tracking legislation)  36:30 - Paul's book: The Dynamics of Water Innovation (why he wrote it and who it's for)  40:49 - Documentary storytelling origin and Discovery Channel experience  44:22 - How celebrities got involved and why the outreach worked  45:30 - Why they made a second film and the goal of making water personal  48:03 - Viewer feedback, education impact, and grassroots screening stories  50:08 - "Water 2050" video game inspired by the films  51:21 - Additional ripple effects and "halo" projects (curriculum, photography competition, water walks)  53:06 - Where water innovation is going (desirability, storytelling, and "leaving water")  56:07- Advice for people with ideas (talk to people, generosity of the sector, ikigai, long-term view)  58:08 - Ostara / Crystal Green story (finding the operator's "today problem")  59:54 - One point Paul wants to leave: "It's a journey, enjoy it."    Quotes "We do our best to help people put capital to work more efficiently to solve water challenges."  "Try and find a problem that someone has today, ideally."    Connect with Paul O'Callaghan Email: paul.ocallaghan@bluetechresearch.com   Website: BlueTech Research – Actionable Water Technology Market Intelligence   braveblueworldstudios | Instagram | Linktree   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/o2environmental/     Guest Resources Mentioned   The Dynamics of Water Innovation: A Guide to Water Technology Commercialization by Lakshmi M. Adapa (Author), Paul O'Callaghan (Author), Cees Buisman (Author)   Watch Brave Blue World: Racing to Solve Our Water Crisis | Netflix   Braveblueworldstudios | Instagram | Linktree   "Dynamics of water innovation: Insights into the rate of adoption, diffusion and success of emerging water technologies globally" – Wageningen University & Research  "Wastewater Technology Fact Sheet: The Living Machine" – U.S. EPA  "Brave Blue World" film – Science on Screen synopsis  "Our Blue World: A Water Odyssey" – IMDb overview  "Water Reuse for Industrial Applications Resources" – U.S. EPA  "ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023—Water for the Processing of Medical Devices" – ANSI Blog   "Key EPA Actions to Address PFAS" – U.S. EPA  "The Philosophy of Ikigai: 3 Examples About Finding Purpose" – PositivePsychology.com   Fluke: Chance, Chaos, and Why Everything We Do Matters Paperback by Brian Klaas   Rivers of Power: How a Natural Force Raised Kingdoms, Destroyed Civilizations, and Shapes Our World Paperback by Laurence C. Smith    Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned  AWT (Association of Water Technologies)  Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses  Submit a Show Idea  The Rising Tide Mastermind 415 Green Building Updates: What You Need to Know  004 It's Not Easy Being Green!  032.5 The One That Takes You to AWT's 2018 Technical Training]  022 The One with Tim Fulton  280 The One About Retaining Top Talent  368 Adapting to the New Workforce: Attracting Top Talent 413 Charting the Future: Mastering the Art of Strategic Planning    Words of Water with James McDonald  Today's definition is a single, reactive molecule, usually an organic compound, having the ability to join with a number of similarly defined molecules to form a polymer.    2026 Events for Water Professionals  Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE. 

BECOME A MONTHLY PARTNER https://www.alankurschner.com/partner/ Prewrath Rapture: An Overview, Part 1 of 2 (Roger Best)  • Prewrath Rapture: An Overview, Part 1 of 2…   GET OUR BOOKS: https://amzn.to/43pbG6b GET OUR EMAIL UPDATES: http://eepurl.com/bCU7qT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST:  / @bibleprophecyanswers   GO TO OUR WEBSITE: https://www.BibleProphecyAnswers.com/ In this teaching, Roger Best continues his overview of end time events and focuses on one key question: When does the rapture take place in the sequence of end-times prophecy? Rather than date-setting, he lays out a clear biblical timeline using foundational passages such as Daniel 9, Matthew 24 (the Olivet Discourse), 1–2 Thessalonians, and Revelation 6–16. How to Study Bible Prophecy (Without Confusion) Roger begins with essential principles of interpretation: take Scripture in its natural sense, interpret verses in context, let Scripture interpret Scripture, recognize there are no contradictions, and watch for “near” and “far” fulfillments. This sets the stage for understanding prophetic passages without forcing current events into texts that are not about the last days. Daniel's 70th Week and Why Israel Matters A major foundation is Daniel 9:24–27, where Roger explains the 70 “weeks” (490 years) and argues the final seven-year period—often called Daniel's 70th Week—is still future. He connects the coming covenant, its midpoint betrayal, and Israel's central role in end-times events, highlighting that God's promise of “everlasting righteousness” has not yet been fulfilled. Key Topics Covered • The five big end-times issues Daniel's 70th Week, rapture timing, Israel's salvation, God reclaiming world rule, and Armageddon. • Why Matthew 24 applies to believers Roger explains why the Olivet Discourse is not “only for Israel,” and why Jesus' warnings about deception, persecution, and endurance matter for the church. Matthew 24 + Revelation 6: Matching the Sequence Roger then compares Matthew 24 with the seal judgments of Revelation 6, showing parallel themes: false christs, wars, famines, death, martyrdom, and escalating global pressure. He argues these are “birth pains” that intensify toward the midpoint and beyond. Prewrath Rapture: After Tribulation Is Cut Short, Before God's Wrath A central claim is that the “great tribulation” (severe persecution) is cut short for the sake of the elect, followed by cosmic signs (darkened sun/moon) and then the gathering of believers. He distinguishes Satan's wrath (persecution through Antichrist) from God's wrath / the Day of the Lord (trumpets and bowls), which he places after the rapture. What You'll Walk Away With By the end of this message you'll have a big-picture roadmap: how Daniel's 70th Week unfolds, why the seals precede the trumpets and bowls, how Israel's future salvation fits in, and why this study should produce watchfulness, holy living, and confidence in Christ's victory.

Podcast Ranking: Relatable Marketing SEO Best Practices for High Performance with Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS. In this episode, Favour shares expert insights on making podcast titles SEO-friendly and relatable to target audiences. The discussion covers critical technical and strategic elements that podcasters often overlook, including proper keyword placement, file naming conventions, image specifications, and distribution strategies. Favour emphasizes that successful podcasting requires matching titles with search intent, distributing across multiple platforms, and maintaining consistency. With over 620+ episodes and seven years of experience, he demonstrates how discipline, consistency, and patience (DCP) drive long-term podcast growth.Key Timestamps00:00-03:00 - Introduction to relatable podcast titles and SEO fundamentals03:00-09:00 - Matching podcast genres with titles; importance of primary/secondary keywords09:00-15:00 - Website integration and podcast distribution strategies (ListenNotes, pod.link)15:00-22:00 - Keyword strategy: primary vs. secondary keywords for discoverability28:00-30:00 - Critical mistakes: file naming and image size specifications (3000x3000 pixels required)31:00-35:00 - Biggest mistake: putting "Episode #" before actual keywords in titles47:00-50:00 - Visibility score explained (0-10 scale, similar to IMDB ratings)51:00-55:00 - Case study: client ranking in top 50K podcasts from 300K in three weeks71:00-72:00 - Closing remarks and contact information (info@playinc.online)FAQsQ: What makes a podcast title relatable for SEO?A: Match your title with search intent and include primary genre keywords. Put the most important keywords at the beginning, not "Episode #" or show acronyms.Q: What are the most underrated podcast mistakes?A: Incorrect file naming (MP3/MP4 files) and wrong image dimensions. Use 3000x3000 pixels for cover art, not 300x300.Q: How important is website integration?A: Essential. Your website anchors podcast growth and helps with cross-platform visibility on Google and podcast directories.Q: What is podcast visibility score?A: A 0-10 rating (like IMDB) measuring discoverability. Scores of 7.0+ indicate strong audience, signal, and content quality.Q: How can I distribute my podcast effectively?A: Submit RSS feeds to multiple platforms via pod.link and ListenNotes. Search "[Platform] RSS feed submission" on Google for each directory.Book SEO Services | Quick Links for Social Business>> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book SEO Services with Favour Obasi-ike⁠>> Visit Work and PLAY Entertainment website to learn about our digital marketing services>> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our exclusive SEO Marketing community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠>> Read SEO Articles>> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the We Don't PLAY Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠>> Purchase Flaev Beatz Beats Online>> Favour Obasi-ike Quick LinksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you've been asking yourself, Why is this still hard? Why am I still here? Why hasn't it happened yet? - this episode is for you. I'm talking about the tension that comes when reality doesn't meet our expectations, and how that tension is often a sign of resisting the season we're actually in. This is a reminder that you're not behind, nothing is wrong, and sometimes the shift comes the moment you stop pushing and start trusting.Things Mentioned:1:1 Life Coaching with ZoeyKambo Ceremonies in Toronto Free Resources:The Digital Nomad PlaybookGuaranteed Abundance Morning Journal PromptsReflect, Reset & Radiate Journal PromptsMonthly Intention Setting WorkbookFREE Inspirational EmailsIf you enjoyed this episode please rate & review it on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. More from Zoey: Website | InstagramYouTube - Main Channel | Vlog Channel

In this episode we answer email Serge, Nielsen, Paul and Loren.  We dig into the core question that drives every portfolio -- when will this money be spent and by whom -- which dictates how it should be invested, and talk about the website, ETPs and their variations, and thinking about sabbaticals and Coast FI.  We also mention our Risk Parity Radio gathering at EconoMe on Friday at the Celare Hotel.And THEN we our go through our weekly portfolio reviews of the eight sample portfolios you can find at Portfolios | Risk Parity Radio.Additional Links:The New(ish) Web Page:  Risk Parity RadioRetire Often Book:  Retire Often | Create a meaningful and enjoyable lifeBreathless Unedited AI-Bot Summary:What is this money actually for—and when will it be used? We build from that deceptively simple question to map two clear paths: an equity-heavy accumulation approach for wealth you won't touch for decades, and a diversified, endowment-inspired design for money you plan to spend or share in the near term. Along the way, we unpack revealed preferences, why giving while living can outperform hoarding for family outcomes, and how to convert volatility into usable cash flow with risk parity principles.We share practical playbooks for different life chapters. If you're sitting on a seven-figure portfolio and dreaming of a sabbatical, hold 1–2 years of cash and let the rest compound in accumulation mode. If you're leaning toward Coast FI, keep retirement assets in equities while your current work covers life today. If you aim to fund 4–5 percent distributions to family or philanthropy, build a portfolio with multiple return drivers—equities for growth, Treasuries for crisis defense, gold and commodities for inflation, and managed futures for trend resilience—plus disciplined rebalancing to support withdrawals through market cycles.We also clear up product confusion: GLD lives under the broader ETP umbrella while functioning like an ETF to most users—structure matters for risks and taxes, so read the prospectus and know what you own. To ground it all, we review the latest market moves—small-cap value strength, gold's lead, managed futures momentum—and walk through sample portfolios, including rebalancing thresholds and what's working now. Ready to align your portfolio with your real timeline and purpose? Hit play, subscribe for more smart, research-backed investing talk, and leave a review to help others find the show.Support the show

Yoo people hope you've a good week! In this weeks episode we got the @inmyopinionpodcast boys on! We talk about growing up and how it's shaped us as adults, marriage and whether it's actually a good thing & the effects of church-hurt and how to bounce back plus much much more ! As always, any questions, testimonies or dilemmas drop us a message

My guest this week is Barry Joseph, the author of the recent book, Matching Minds with Sondheim. Since his death,  there have been so many books about Stephen Sondheim and various aspects of his life and his career, including an amazing number of really terrific books, and I have had the honor of having many of the authors of those books as guests on this podcast. And Barry Joseph's book is right up there with the best of them, but it is also a completely unique and original way of looking at Sondheim. As Barry describes it, Matching Minds with Sondheim is “an exploration into the barely understood, hardly known, side-aspect of who Steven Sondheim was when he was not writing lyrics and composing music. Puzzles and games were a side hobby of his that he had a passion for throughout his life — from when he was very young until he passed away. And throughout those many decades, through parlor games, board games, treasure hunts, word puzzles, mechanical puzzles and video games, his passion, interest and creativity was expressed in a whole other way than we get to see when it's on the stage.” The book also serves as a sort of “alternate biography” of Sondheim and explores how his life, Broadway career, and gaming hobby were intricately intertwined. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Home in Progress, sponsored by RepcoLite Paints and Benjamin Moore, Dan Hansen opens with a lighthearted (and slightly embarrassing) personal story that sets the tone for a thoughtful, practical conversation about our homes—and the stuff we fill them with.The episode then moves into a deeper look at memory management: how to deal with boxes of kids' artwork, baby clothes, photos, and other sentimental items without letting them quietly take over your house. Dan shares realistic, guilt-free strategies for deciding what to keep, what to let go, and how to preserve memories without drowning in clutter.From there, the focus shifts to Paint 101, breaking down how different paint products are designed for different jobs—and why understanding the “superpower” of each paint can make projects easier, faster, and better looking. Dan also tackles common frustrations people have when learning paint techniques, reminding listeners that confidence comes with understanding, not perfection.The episode wraps up with a Winter Wood Shop segment featuring the card scraper—a simple but powerful tool for wood finishing that often gets overlooked. Dan explains what it does, why it works, and how to use it properly.Blending humor, practical advice, and expert insight, this episode encourages listeners to take control of their spaces—both emotionally and physically—one manageable project at a time.Episode Timeline00:00 – Introduction & an embarrassing moment in church05:32 – Memory Management: why “stuff” becomes overwhelming06:09 – Paint 101: understanding what paint is actually designed to do06:42 – Winter Wood Shop: the underrated power of the card scraper18:41 – Choosing the right paint for every room19:12 – Personal paint advice and real-world lessons19:57 – Why learning paint techniques feels harder than it should21:43 – Paint finishes explained—and why they matter23:29 – Why paint quality makes a real difference25:33 – Matching paint products to real-life rooms31:08 – Organizing kids' artwork and memorabilia35:20 – Dealing with sentimental items without guilt38:46 – The challenge: start organizing today39:35 – Final thoughts and wrap-up

In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Hristo Arakliev from Hyperzon, discussing the significance of Amazon in the e-commerce landscape, the integration of AI in marketing strategies, and common pitfalls that merchants encounter when navigating multiple sales channels. Hristo emphasizes the importance of visibility and marketing over product quality alone, the need for strategic traffic management, and the necessity of optimizing for both Amazon and emerging AI-driven search engines. As the holiday season approaches, he provides insights on preparing for increased sales and advertising strategies.TakeawaysAmazon is the largest marketplace in e-commerce.Visibility is crucial for brand trust and sales.Great marketing can make mediocre products succeed.AI can streamline tasks and enhance strategy.Merchants should focus on one channel at a time.Driving traffic to D2C can benefit Amazon sales.Amazon PPC is not the only solution; organic strategies matter.Optimizing for AI search engines is becoming essential.Preparing for holiday sales requires early product shipping.Brand popularity influences advertising strategies.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Hyperzone and Extreme Sports01:37 The Importance of Amazon for DTC Brands04:15 Leveraging AI in E-commerce06:53 Common Mistakes by Merchants on Amazon08:35 Advertising Strategies for Amazon10:30 Optimizing for Search Engines and LLMs12:48 Preparing for Holiday Sales on Amazon

Join hosts Steve Beres and Ike Goss in this episode of Underpowered Hour as they discuss Land Rover's surprising performance in the Dakar Rally, dissect the complexities of automotive paint, and share their thoughts on Range Rover's newest London-inspired editions. Whether you're a Land Rover enthusiast or keen on learning about vehicle paint processes, this episode is packed with insights and humor. Tune in as Steve and Ike navigate through a range of topics, from vintage restorations to modern luxury. Visit theberescollection.com and follow them on Instagram @theberescollection or @pangolin4x4 to stay updated on their adventures.00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Background01:19 Land Rover's Victory at Dakar Rally04:30 Discussion on Stock Class Racing07:22 Special Edition Range Rovers13:09 Land Rover's Custom Shop and Paint Innovations19:02 Introduction to Land Rover Paint19:40 Understanding Paint Preferences20:31 Challenges of Painting Vintage Land Rovers21:25 Restoration Shops and Reproduction Panels22:56 Aluminum and Paint Adhesion25:55 Matching and Maintaining Paint30:31 Paint Quality Over the Decades34:07 Evaluating Paint When Buying a Car42:10 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

Most people lock up money too early in retirement accounts and miss flexibility when opportunities show up. In this episode we walk through how we'd think about allocating $10k, $100k, and $1M, why we prioritize the employer match, how a self-directed IRA can expand options, and the tradeoffs between post tax dollars, real estate, and diversified holdings.Timestamps0:00 - Setup & stakes1:06 - Matching the 401k1:33 - Why going past the match could hurt3:27 - 401k loan used strategically6:44 - The “idle cash” mistake7:42 - Rolling into a self-directed IRA10:55 - Roth vs Traditional tradeoffs21:32 - Unlock the IRA47:47 - Final lessons This video is for education only. Not financial, legal, or tax advice. No results are guaranteed. Individuals are urged to do their own research and consult with their own tax, legal, and investment advisers before making any investment decision.

In this episode of We Booked It, Rose and Nichols discuss the specific songs they associate with certain books (again!).

Fiber isn't one-size-fits-all and for some people, more isn't better. In this episode, we explore why most people under-eat fiber, why certain fibers can worsen symptoms, and how to personalize intake in a way your body can actually tolerate. Dr. Heather Armstrong shares emerging insights on fiber function, microbiome capacity, and practical strategies for going low and slow. We also unpack new science explaining why fiber supports gut health in some individuals, while triggering issues in others with reduced fermentative activity. In this episode, we discuss: • The fiber gap, health risks, and minimum intake targets • How solubility, viscosity, and fermentability guide fiber choice • Matching fiber types to IBS, diarrhea, and constipation • Why whole foods matter more than isolates • Citrus peel pectin and simple kitchen hacks • Why “low and slow” dosing reduces gas and pain • How long microbiome changes and symptom relief actually take • When fiber supplements help (and when they don't) • Individualized fiber needs in IBD (and implications for IBS, MS, and liver disease) • Why dietitians are essential for precision nutritionThis episode is especially relevant if you've been told to “just eat more fiber”—and it didn't go well.Learn more about Dr. Heather Armstrong's novel research:Gut feeling: new test and precision diet could boost health for people with IBD. U of A research team in clinical trials for their innovative AI-powered tool that could reduce inflammation by “rewiring” the gut microbiome.References:Ramezani F, Pourghazi F, Eslami M, et al. Dietary fiber intake and all-cause and cause-specific mortality: An updated systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies. Clin Nutr. 2024Chang SC, Cassidy A, Willett WC, Rimm EB, O'Reilly EJ, Okereke OI. Dietary flavonoid intake and risk of incident depression in midlife and older women. Am J Clin Nutr. 2016 Armstrong HK, Bording-Jorgensen M, Santer DM, et al. Unfermented β-fructan Fibers Fuel Inflammation in Select Inflammatory Bowel Disease Patients. Gastroenterology. 2023Armstrong H, Mander I, Zhang Z, Armstrong D, Wine E. Not All Fibers Are Born Equal; Variable Response to Dietary Fiber Subtypes in IBD. Front Pediatr. 2021Gao J, Lee AA, Abtahi S, et al. Low Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols Diet Improves Colonic Barrier Function and Mast Cell Activation in Patients With Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Mechanistic Trial. Gastroenterology. This episode is sponsored by Activia.Learn more about Kate and Dr. Riehl:Website: www.katescarlata.com and www.drriehl.comInstagram: @katescarlata @drriehl and @theguthealthpodcastOrder Kate and Dr. Riehl's book, Mind Your Gut: The Science-Based, Whole-body Guide to Living Well with IBS. The information included in this podcast is not a substitute for professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing treatment.

What you eat before and after hard workouts shapes how much internal stress your body experiences and how quickly you recover Eating carbohydrates before high-intensity training helps limit excessive stress during the workout and protects your ability to train consistently Whole foods rich in natural antioxidants support recovery after exercise without interfering with the signals that drive training progress Relying on antioxidant supplements or frequent high-intensity sessions backfires by disrupting recovery and slowing improvement Matching food timing, training intensity, and recovery allows exercise stress to build strength instead of draining energy and motivation

In episode 163 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val continues the countdown of the most common (and costly) mistakes federal employees make—this week shining a spotlight on mishandling and not properly maximizing TSP matching. Many federal employees carry Option B coverage for years without realizing how dramatically the cost increases with age—or how often better, less expensive alternatives are available. Val breaks down how FEGLI Option B really works, why it becomes one of the most expensive insurance choices in your 40s, 50s, and beyond, and how this single benefit decision can quietly drain your retirement cash flow. Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with Val and the topic could be featured in future episodes! Don't forget to leave a review and share this podcast with anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge. --- Listen to Previous Episodes: https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/ Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange --- Connect with Val: Phone --- (512) 582-6050 Email --- vmajewski@thinkabx.com American Benefits Exchange --- thinkabx.com Federal Retirement Show --- federalretirementshow.com/podcasts LinkedIn --- https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/ --- About American Benefits Exchange: American Benefits Exchange focuses on providing solid financial solutions to Federal, postal, and state employees as well as members of the United States Armed Forces and small businesses. American Benefits Exchange brings years of experience and knowledge to support these niche markets. American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

***Sign up for a FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS~~~~~~~~~~~~~During this live coaching session, our guest Adam Olenn gets coaching on how to connect with his network in a way that feels Goode and how to research conference center's future events. To learn more about Adam visit https://www.rustleandspark.com/story~~~~~~~~~~~~~***Join IN Demand, the Membership at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/IND***Sign up for your own FREE Speaker Breakthrough Session at: https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/SBS *****Join the next Speaker Circle Community Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/Speaker-Circle *****

Are you hiring virtual assistants just to save money — or are you missing a massive opportunity to scale your business, reclaim your time, and create real leverage? In this episode, Cameron Linford reveals how strategic staffing transforms overwhelmed entrepreneurs into focused growth leaders.In this episode of The Daily Mastermind, host George Wright III sits down with Cameron Linford, CEO and Founder of Yoked Staff, to explore how virtual assistants can become strategic growth partners rather than simple task-doers. Cameron shares how his journey began by building a bookkeeping company alongside his wife and how their deep connections in the Philippines allowed them to create meaningful opportunities for highly skilled global talent. What started as bookkeeping evolved into a full-service virtual staffing company supporting everything from social media management and graphic design to engineering and special projects.The conversation dives into the true power of leverage, highlighting real-world client success stories where business owners gained time, increased revenue, improved work-life balance, and scaled operations faster by hiring the right talent. Cameron also explains why proper matching, onboarding, and long-term development are critical to maximizing VA performance. Listeners will gain practical insights into how to strategically architect a workforce that grows alongside their business.Strategic Hiring Creates Leverage: Virtual assistants should be viewed as growth partners who help generate revenue, not just reduce costs.Match Talent to Business Needs: The right VA must align with your company culture, long-term goals, and evolving workload.Specialized Global Talent Is a Competitive Advantage: Many international VAs bring advanced degrees, multilingual skills, and extensive experience.Systemization and Training Matter: Onboarding, SOPs, and continuous development improve performance and retention.Leverage Frees Time for High-Value Work: Business owners can focus on leadership, clients, and growth instead of daily operations. 02:15 – Cameron's background and founding Yoked Staff 07:40 – From bookkeeping to full-service virtual staffing 13:20 – The real value of leverage beyond cost savings 20:05 – Client success stories and scaling impact 28:45 – Matching talent strategically to business needs 36:10 – Training, AI coaching tools, and long-term growth 43:30 – How to get started with hiring a VAThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.About GuestCameron Linford, MBA, is the CEO and Founder of Yoked Staff, a strategic virtual staffing company helping business owners scale through smart delegation, workforce architecture, and high-quality global talent. As a growth strategist and MBA-trained operator, Cameron specializes in helping entrepreneurs reclaim their time, increase operational leverage, and build sustainable businesses using virtual teams.Guest ResourcesYoked Staff – Official WebsiteENSIO Coaching – Training & AI Coaching Platform

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Today on Literally, Not OK I'm joined by two of my absolute fave fitness girlies – Chelsea Collins and Suzanne Tribo (aka Skimzy!) – for a chaotic, unhinged and actually helpful chat about all things wellness, body image, influencer life, fitness myths, sleep struggles, and why our husbands are literally not okay at gossip. From body dysmorphia to creatine, and everything in between – this is the safe space for hot girls with ADHD and gym anxiety.

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AI isn't just another tech cycle. It's colliding with geopolitics, labor markets, crypto, and creator economies all at once. In this episode of the Block Runner Podcast, we break down why the global landscape is shifting faster than most people realize. From delayed tariffs and geopolitical power struggles, to AI-driven job displacement, no-code engineering, and the rise of vibe coding, this conversation explores what actually matters beneath the noise. We connect the dots between AI infrastructure, resource bottlenecks, robotics, and why this moment feels eerily similar to early crypto. Except this time, execution is possible. We also dig into where crypto still fits, how AI agents interact with crypto rails, and why new business models like creator capital markets are emerging. To close it out, we run a live Doom deathmatch on Track to demonstrate peer-to-peer infrastructure in action, then share updates on NAT, community conviction, and why long-term alignment still wins. If you're trying to understand where AI, crypto, and creators intersect next, this episode is for you. Topics: First up, AI, colliding with geopolitics, labor markets, crypto, and creator economies all at once Next, break down why the global landscape is shifting faster than most people realize. and Finally, we run a live Doom deathmatch on Track to demonstrate peer-to-peer infrastructure in action Please like and subscribe on your favorite podcasting app! Sign up for a free newsletter: www.theblockrunner.com Follow us on: Youtube: https://bit.ly/TBlkRnnrYouTube Twitter: bit.ly/TBR-Twitter Telegram: bit.ly/TBR-Telegram Discord: bit.ly/TBR-Discord $NAT Telegram: https://t.me/dmt_nat

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A nostalgic Mexican food story spirals into gravity conspiracies, rogue elephants, and one of the most unexpected Chester Bennington memories ever shared on the show.On today's episode of The Rizzuto Show, what begins as harmless food talk—sushi boats, cupcakes, and the emotional closure of a longtime St. Louis Mexican restaurant—takes a legendary turn when Moon casually drops a story involving Chester Bennington and a wet chimichanga. From there, the rails are fully gone. Not loosened. Gone.This daily podcast does what it does best: take one real memory and pile on layer after layer of chaos. The crew mourns the loss of local institutions, debates why urgent care centers are multiplying like gremlins, and somehow finds themselves planning for a viral conspiracy theory claiming Earth will lose gravity for seven seconds in August. Helmets are discussed. Field broadcasting is considered. Matching outfits may be required.Things escalate further when the conversation shifts to a genuinely terrifying story about a rogue elephant on a multi-day rampage overseas, leading to the important realization that elephants are apparently both fast and sneaky—which feels unfair. Add in extreme cold weather prep, heartfelt reminders to check on elderly neighbors, and wildly inappropriate jokes about inheritance, and you've got the emotional range only The Rizzuto Show can pull off.As always, the gang balances the absurd with the oddly thoughtful. One minute it's doom-and-gloom apocalypse talk, the next it's a sincere discussion about community, local history, and why food memories hit harder than they should. Sprinkle in celebrity chaos, pop culture commentary, music debates, and self-roasting tangents, and this daily podcast becomes exactly what listeners expect: unpredictable, hilarious, and just structured enough to keep the FCC calm.If you're looking for a daily podcast that doesn't pretend to have all the answers—but is very confident while being wrong—this episode is for you. Come for the Chester Bennington wet chimichanga story. Stay for the conspiracy planning.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshowConnect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShowHear the Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.Daily Show Notes: Hacienda in Rock Hill announces its closing after 50 years A Warmer Wednesday before Incoming Artic Air/ Potential Snow into the Weekend Will gravity disappear from Earth on August 12? NASA reveals truth behind bizarre conspiracy theory Rogue elephant kills nearly two dozen people in 10-day rampage through eastern India 84% of Us Say Music Is an Important Part of Our DayWeight-Loss Drugs Could Have This Surprising Impact on Air Travel Walmart to expand drone delivery to hundreds of stores See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kids today seem sharper, quicker to snap, and harder to parent—and it's leaving many families exhausted. In this episode, we explore The Disrespect Epidemic: Why Kids Are Ruder Than Ever and What to Do with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, founder of Regulation First Parenting™, who reveals how emotional dysregulation—not bad parenting—drives today's behaviors and how calming the brain restores respect. If you feel like your child's eye rolling, snapping, or sharp tone has gotten worse, you're not imagining it—and you're not failing. Many parents are quietly wondering why parenting feels harder than ever, even when they're doing all the “right” things.In this episode, we unpack why kids are ruder than ever and what to do, revealing why disrespectful behavior has skyrocketed and why it's really a sign of nervous system overload—not bad manners. You'll learn what's driving today's explosive reactions and how calming the brain first can restore connection, respect, and peace at home.Why does my child seem so rude and disrespectful lately?Many parents worry their child's disrespectful behavior means bad manners or poor values. But it's not disrespect—it's dysregulation. Children today are overstimulated, under-rested, and under constant pressure. When the nervous system is overwhelmed, skills like empathy, patience, and respectful tone go offline.What looks like rude behavior is really a stress response. Kids don't wake up wanting to talk back or roll their eyes—their brains are stuck in survival mode.Takeaways:Behavior is communication, not defianceOverloaded brains lose access to self-controlYour child isn't bad—their nervous system is strugglingExample: A 12-year-old snaps “Leave me alone!” when asked about homework. It's not attitude—it's emotional overload.Are kids today really ruder than past generations?Children today aren't worse—they're more dysregulated. Screens, constant noise, fast schedules, and emotional burnout leave little recovery time. Many young people hold it together at school, then explode at home where they feel safest.This is why disrespectful kids often save their worst behavior for parents and family members.Takeaways:Kids crash at home after holding it together all dayHyper-stimulation shortens frustration toleranceLosing problem-solving skills makes everything feel like a threat

#133: On today's episode, Hannah Eve, founder of The Current Agency, and host of podcast How Good, jumps on the podcast to share her story. Her client roster includes brands like The Skinny Confidential, Skinny Dipped, Arrae, and more. Hannah shares her personal journey: where she grew up, how she built an extremely successful agency, and created a million dollar course all before the age of 30. She get's into her own healing journey, and how good the other side of rock bottom can be. The girls get into:building a business at a young age and redefining what success looks likeletting go of the belief that money has to be earned through burnoutmoving out of a scarcity mindset confidence as the real differentiator when looking to build successnavigating imposter syndrome, high achievement, and fear of failurethe art of mastering our mindlearning to separate yourself from your thoughtsthe importance of being effective over needing to be righthow ego and power struggles drain relationships why not taking no for an answer works in business but not in datingattachment, neediness, and learning to match energy when it comes to business and romance surrendering control in relationships and trusting what's alignedhow we can call in what's aligned with our highest self through manifestationwhy ALL real change comes from painletting go and allowing life to reveal itself instead of forcing outcomes& MORE!This episode is for anyone navigating building a business, dating, or in the middle of rock bottom— learning how to master their mind, release control, realign with their deepest desires, and trust that what's meant for them in business or relationships can be manifested when they stop forcing and start trusting.

The more time you spend writing, the more you know that revision is everything. Let me cite writing superhero John Green on this one, who discusses his drafting processin the FAQs on his website: "...I'm a big believer in revision: I almost always delete most of my first drafts (often as much as 90%). But there are many mini-drafts along the way, so it's hard to talk about the process quantitatively. I do try to save the file with a different name each time I've made some dramatic changes I fear I might later regret, so that's some measure, maybe, of how many drafts there are. The final copy of Katherines on my hard drive is called aok284; the final copy of TFiOS is called okay192." If I'm understanding John correctly, that means he wrote 284 drafts with dramatic changes for just one of his novels. Let's let that sink in for a moment. Let's be sure to mention that to students sometime soon. I tried to demonstrate some of this to my students back when I was at the Bread Loaf School of English in the summers (find out more about that fabulous program here in episode 223), and teaching in the school year. I photocopied every phase of one of my major papers, from random thoughts on paper to sort-of-organized thoughts to outline to research notes to draft to draft to draft to final paper. The booklet I passed out to students literally looked like a book. I wanted them to understand that writing isn't a matter of freewheeling a draft and then cleaning it up. Recently, I spent twenty or so hours over winter vacation (soooo much travel time) reading up on the most current best practices in writing instruction. It was a good time. There's nothing quite like reading classroom stories about integrating sensory detail at 3 a.m. over the Atlantic while the plane around you sleeps. (Yep, stop laughing. You always knew this about me. Pedagogy is my jam). A lot of it felt familiar, but there were also things that sparked new connections for me, and a few surprises, too. So today, let's tackle a huge topic together: student revision. We'll dive into the challenge and some solid solution options, and I'll hand over a curriculum booster pack to help you put it all into action. The visual walkthrough of this episode: Make a copy of the curriculum that goes with this episode: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1TIxaV1lgaAJMZipDt6hgoPC6-Tz7wAi2P4KF2uSd_pE/copy Sources:  Green, John. "FAQs." John Green Books: https://www.johngreenbooks.com/where-i-get-my-ideas-inspiration-and-general-writing-stuff. Accessed January 2026. Hillocks Jr., George. Narrative Writing: Learning a New Model for Teaching. Portsmouth: Heinemann, 2006. "How to Teach Authentic Writing in the Age of AI." Edutopia: The School of Practice Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-teach-authentic-writing-in-the-age-of-ai/id1840474338?i=1000736252749. Accessed January 2026. "Improve Students' Evidence Analysis: Meet Mr. Skeptical." The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. https://nowsparkcreativity.com/2025/05/improve-students-evidence-analysis-meet-mr-skeptical.html. Accessed January 2026. MacArthur, Charles. "Evaluation and Revision" (Chapter 12). Best Practices in Writing Instruction. Ed. by Steve Graham, Charles MacArthur, and Michael Hebert. New York: Guilford Press, 2017. Wilson, Joshua. "Assessing Writing" (Chapter 14). Best Practices in Writing Instruction. Ed. by Steve Graham, Charles MacArthur, and Michael Hebert. New York: Guilford Press, 2017. Go Further:  Explore alllll the Episodes of The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. Get my popular free hexagonal thinking digital toolkit Join our community, Creative High School English, on Facebook. Come hang out on Instagram. Enjoying the podcast? Please consider sharing it with a friend, snagging a screenshot to share on the 'gram, or tapping those ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to help others discover the show. Thank you!  

Today's Word for the Day is "MATCHING" If you listen to Word for the Day on audio and have never checked out the video, you can do so on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/@fbmmediastudios. To receive your Word for the Day by e-mail, go to http://fbmaryville.org/wordfortheday to sign up.

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge one of the most repeated ideas in personal development and expose why it quietly derails long-term success. One philosophy prioritizes pressure, risk, and rapid growth. The other protects consistency, identity, and sustainability. Both have merit. Both carry costs. Drawing from years of coaching patterns and thousands of conversations, this episode forces an honest look at how people actually grow, burn out, or compound results over time.This conversation is not about motivation or hype. It is about self-belief, risk tolerance, performance psychology, and knowing how much weight you can carry without breaking trust with yourself. Listen carefully. Then decide what kind of pressure you are willing to earn, and what kind of future you are willing to protect.Learn more about:Your first 30-minute “Business Breakthrough Session” call with Alan is FREE. This call is designed to help you identify bottlenecks and build a clear plan for your next level. - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-breakthrough-sessionJoin our private Facebook community, “Next Level Nation,” to grow alongside people who are committed to improvement. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700_______________________NLU is not just a podcast; it's a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.For more information, check out our website and socials using the links below.

We're excited to welcome Seattle-based interior designer Lisa Staton to the show. With more than 20 years of experience, her firm is known for seamlessly blending current trends with timeless appeal to create spaces that feel both fresh and rooted in history. Lisa joins Taryn and Caroline to discuss her East Coast upbringing, how she navigates the "algorithm era" of design, and why she believes every room needs a mix of old and new. She shares her philosophy on "Soup and Symphony" design, how to choose the right white paint for your region, and why the house itself is always the first client. Quick Decorating Takeaways: Use the House as Your Guide: Let the home's original architecture be your "guiding life force" when renovating. Matching details like millwork to the original style creates a cohesive foundation, allowing for trendy updates without losing character.  Practice "Soup and Symphony": Focus on how all design elements work together rather than critiquing individual pieces. Like a soup or symphony, the magic lies in the harmonious blend of textures, colors, and furniture, not just the single ingredients.  Respect Your Region's Light: Choose paint colors based on your specific location's light, not just what looks good in photos. For example, the blue-toned light of the Pacific Northwest calls for warmer whites to avoid sterility, unlike a sun-drenched desert home.  What You'll Hear on This Episode: 00:00 Welcome & Introductions 01:45 Lisa's background: From Boston history to Sotheby's art auctions 04:00 The "Algorithm Effect": How social media homogenizes design 06:00 Balancing high-end design with accessible updates 09:00 How to respect architecture without creating a "period piece" 11:00 Designing for location: Why a Cape Cod style doesn't always work in Arizona 13:00 The collaborative process and avoiding "reverse Google search" design 15:00 The "Soup and Symphony" analogy for cohesive interiors 19:00 Mixing traditional cabinetry with sleek, modern furniture 25:00 Designing for the Pacific Northwest: Coziness and light management 28:00 Lisa's go-to white paints for different lights 31:00 Tips for choosing exterior paint colors 36:00 Decorating Dilemma: Updating a beige-on-beige rental apartment 44:00 Why you should embrace "weird" art and vintage finds 52:00 Closing notes & where to find Lisa Also Mentioned: Lisa Staton Design | Website Follow Lisa on Instagram: @lisastatondesign Paint Colors Mentioned: Sherwin Williams Alabaster, Benjamin Moore Simply White, Lancaster White, Swiss Coffee Shop Ballard Designs Please send in your questions so we can answer them on our next episode! And of course, subscribe to the podcast in Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can always check back here to see new episodes, but if you subscribe, it'll automatically download to your phone. Happy Decorating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Attracting the right reader, understanding search intent, and adapting to the evolving search landscape with Liane Walker from Foodie Digital. ----- Welcome to episode 552 of The Food Blogger Pro Podcast! This week on the podcast, Bjork interviews Liane Walker from Foodie Digital and the Siftr SEO Newsletter. Why Search Intent Matters for Food Bloggers In this episode, we're joined by Liane Walker to talk about what's actually working in search for content creators right now. Liane breaks down why understanding your brand, defining a clear niche, and owning your expertise are more important than ever — especially as search continues to evolve. Bjork and Liane also dig into search intent: what it is, why it matters, and how mismatches between intent and content can quietly hurt your performance. Liane shares practical advice on writing clearer, more intentional recipe titles, avoiding the pitfalls of keyword chasing, and adapting keyword research in a world influenced by LLMs. Plus, we cover how to evaluate existing content using Google Search Console, what a "good" click-through rate looks like for recipe queries, and how to spot opportunities to better capture attention — and keep it on your site. Three episode takeaways: What search intent is, and why it matters — Matching search intent means creating content that aligns with the reason or purpose behind a user's search query. When you match search intent, the user is more likely to scroll, click on internal links, and stick around — sending the signals that search engines love. How to better match search intent — Matching search intent starts with understanding why someone is searching — and delivering exactly that once they land on your recipe page. Liane explains how to manage your readers expectations up front, and how to make sure that your recipe titles are aligned with search intent, and why you should avoid keyword chasing. How to use Google Search Console as part of your SEO process — Liane explains why Google Search Console is one of the best (free!) tools for assessing where the opportunities for improvement are in your existing content to improve your click-through rate (CTR) and determine if you're doing a good job matching user intent. Resources: Foodie Digital Siftr Yummy Toddler Food Budget Bytes Pinch of Yum Google Search Console Follow Liane on Instagram Join the Food Blogger Pro Podcast Facebook Group Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is sponsored by Clariti and Raptive . Interested in working with us too? Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities and how to get started here. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions for interviews, be sure to email them to podcast@foodbloggerpro.com. Learn more about joining the Food Blogger Pro community at foodbloggerpro.com/membership.

Success costs more than people are willing to admit. In today's episode, Kevin and Alan challenge a widely accepted belief that quietly limits growth, consistency, and long-term results. They explore what happens when ambition meets reality and why real progress demands clear decisions instead of comforting narratives. This episode speaks to those who take personal development seriously. It centers on discipline, self-respect, and the often-ignored cost of avoiding hard trade-offs. The focus is not on motivation or inspiration, but on clarity, standards, and sustainability over time. Listen with intention. Then decide which commitments you are willing to honor when no one is watching.Learn more about:Your first 30-minute “Business Breakthrough Session” call with Alan is FREE. This call is designed to help you identify bottlenecks and build a clear plan for your next level. - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-breakthrough-sessionWhere learning turns into action. “Next Level Book Club”  every Saturday:https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkcuiupjIqE9QlkptiKDQykRtKyFB5JbhcJoin our private Facebook community, “Next Level Nation,” to grow alongside people who are committed to improvement. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700_______________________NLU is not just a podcast; it's a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.For more information, check out our website and socials using the links below.