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The 33rd meeting between Wilson-Reading High is in the books! Join Joe and Justin as they discuss the clash between the Berks rivals at the midway point of the regular season. Later, the guys look towards Game 6 vs Cedar Crest as the "homestand" comes to a close. Thanks to our sponsors Mays Sandwich Shop (Bill Mays), The Valley Bar & Grill, S & S Mechanical (Steve Symons), Gardner's Mattress and More (Jeff Giagnocavo), Realtor Eric Weiser (Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty), the Challenger Family, Andy Herr, and our 2 Anonymous Donors! The Bulldog Hour will be back for Episode 12-12 on Sunday, October 4th, 2026! ----------------------- JMNJR Radio: www.jmnjrradio.com/ The Bulldog Hour: www.bulldoghour.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/BulldogHour Twitter: @WilsonBulldogs | @BulldogHour | @CoachJoeMays | @Mr_Raffauf Email: show@bulldoghour.com OR joe@bulldoghour.com

During the "For the People Theater Hour," host Jason Williams and Charlie Schill announced that a planned production of "Young Frankenstein" was canceled and replaced with Agatha Christie's "And Then There Were None". They also previewed several upcoming regional shows, including Pickleville Theatre's "The Ghost of Dead Man's Creek," Four Seasons' "Once Upon a Mattress," and Utah State University's "What Women Want". Finally, the duo praised a recent student play reading of "Wooden Heart" and a Phil Collins tribute concert while urging listeners to secure tickets for the nearly sold-out "Ocean in Concert" at the Eccles Theatre.

Send us Fan MailS6 E146 - What a Cooling Mattress Commercial Taught Us About Sleep & FatigueWhat happens when a sleep medicine physician spends an entire day filming a cooling mattress commercial in a hot Florida studio?In this episode of Sleep Takeout, psychologist Dr. Daniel Baughn and sleep medicine physician Dr. Michelle Zetoony go behind the scenes of Michelle's commercial shoot and use the experience to explore a bigger question:How much does temperature affect sleep, and what happens to your performance when you're tired?Michelle shares what it was like filming a professional mattress commercial, including a thermographic camera demonstration showing how a traditional mattress can retain body heat compared with a cooling mattress designed to reduce heat transfer back to the sleeper.From there, Dan and Michelle connect sleep temperature to circadian biology, fatigue, and the real-world challenges faced by people who work long, overnight, or rotating shifts.In this episode, you'll learn:

Bulldogs-Blue Streaks wrap-up, a look at the Game 5 showdown with the Red Knights, Salute to Service/Youth Night festivities, and more on the 10th episode of season 12! Thanks to our sponsors Mays Sandwich Shop (Bill Mays), The Valley Bar & Grill, S & S Mechanical (Steve Symons), Gardner's Mattress and More (Jeff Giagnocavo), Realtor Eric Weiser (Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty), the Challenger Family, Andy Herr, and our 2 Anonymous Donors! The Bulldog Hour will be back for Episode 12-11 on Sunday, September 27th ----------------------- JMNJR Radio: www.jmnjrradio.com/ The Bulldog Hour: www.bulldoghour.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/BulldogHour Twitter: @WilsonBulldogs | @BulldogHour | @CoachJoeMays | @Mr_Raffauf Email: show@bulldoghour.com OR joe@bulldoghour.com

  Dylan Guenther of the Utah Mammoths has a problem with Mattress Firm not delivering his mattress...and it turns out he may be the reason behind it. KSL Brightside dives into the latest airport rankings and where SLC makes the list, the very real trend of business travelers hiding out in their hotel rooms for a little off-the-clock peace, and Burger King’s “Le Nuggutte” micro bag that has chicken nugget fans demanding more.  KSL Brightside streams live weekdays from 12–3 PM, with a YouTube-exclusive live stream from 12–1 PM and radio plus YouTube from 1–3 PM. 

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Man - who knew a movie about motorcycle gangs and heroin could be so boring?Host segments: the wrong fellow; half-day at army; falling asleep and missing nothing; everything is sticky all the time; ticks or no ticks? - you decide; steel drums before you die; Public Enemy and Whitney's bangers; The Hellcats but make it rodeo; Jeff's personal Rubicon.

On this weeks Talking More Bollox it's straight into conspiracy territory (again): what really happened to the lost “Hot Ones” episode, and did it really get wiped from existence after the lads nearly died from spicy wings?There are crumbs-in-the-bed nightmares, fake tracksuits vs tacky runners, belly-button speakers, and the most toxic suncream holiday trait you've ever heard.Send anything and everything you'd like to hear on the pod to TalkingBollox@GoLoudNow.com This episode was sponsored by Kearns Sausages. Kearns are looking for your “Top Dog” – for the chance to win a year's worth of Kearns Sausages plus €1,000 cash. Visit https://kearnssausages.com/ for more info

What if a mattress could boost your restorative sleep by 46%? Discover how Bryte is redefining sleep science (and why experts are obsessed).Is your mattress secretly sabotaging your health—even if it cost thousands? In this episode, Mark Kinsley experiences the revolutionary Bryte mattress, joined by Ely Cern, Chief Innovation Officer and Head of Marketing at Bryte. Hear how a Silicon Valley technologist, with guidance from luminaries like Dr. Matthew Walker and Harvard's sleep research team, reimagined what a bed can do—and why 90% of Bryte's users report life-changing improvements.If you've ever struggled to find deep, restorative sleep or felt frustrated after cycling through mattress after mattress, you'll want to hear the science and stories behind Bryte's “active pressure relief” technology. Ely reveals how a medical-grade innovation led to hundreds of silent micro-adjustments each night, reducing pain, wake events, and skepticism in an industry plagued by empty promises.Industry experts say the real key to sleep isn't just hygiene or foam—it's personalization and dynamic support. Get the inside scoop on how Bryte measures true sleep quality, why Harvard's research changed their approach, and what's next for the future of sleep tech.Timestamps:03:10 – The primal secret: Why rocking helps you fall asleep06:45 – How Bryte's tech personalizes comfort all night long11:55 – What Mark found inside a “smart bed” competitor (and why it's outdated)17:20 – Apple-level innovation: Building a mattress for the future20:55 – Who should sell Bryte? The retail challenge revealed23:40 – The sit-down test: The one demo that hooks customers30:50 – Why mattress shoppers are so frustrated (and how Bryte wins trust)34:10 – The Harvard-backed metric that proves if a bed actually works39:00 – Why feeling restored matters more than your tracker's data43:10 – What's next: Real-time health insights from your mattressConnect with The FAM Podcast:

3 up, 3 down! The season rolls along at a rapid pace! Hosts Joe Mays and Justin Raffauf recap the Berks battle between the Bulldogs and Muhls before pivoting to a Game 4 preview.... Wilson-Manheim Township on 9/18! Thanks to our sponsors Mays Sandwich Shop (Bill Mays), The Valley Bar & Grill, S & S Mechanical (Steve Symons), Gardner's Mattress and More (Jeff Giagnocavo), Realtor Eric Weiser (Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty), the Challenger Family, Andy Herr, and our 2 Anonymous Donors! The Bulldog Hour will be back for Episode 12-10 on Sunday, September 20th! ----------------------- JMNJR Radio: www.jmnjrradio.com/ The Bulldog Hour: www.bulldoghour.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/BulldogHour Twitter: @WilsonBulldogs | @BulldogHour | @CoachJoeMays | @Mr_Raffauf Email: show@bulldoghour.com OR joe@bulldoghour.com

Bodie reviews the Snuuzu mattress designed for sleeping in a Tesla, testing the Model Y version for comfort, setup, storage, and everyday usability. The mattress combines an inflatable base with foam and breathable layers, includes a removable USB-C rechargeable pump, and is shaped to make use of the Model Y's available sleeping space. Bodie walks through inflating and deflating the mattress, packing it back into its duffel bag, and the different places it can be stored in the car. He also tests how well the mattress supports the gap created when the rear seats are folded and how comfortable it is across the entire sleeping surface. There are a few compromises, including the slight incline created by the Model Y's folded seats and, more significantly for Arizona summers, the mattress blocking the rear climate vents. At $899 for the mattress or $998 with two pillows, Bodhi discusses who might get enough use out of it to justify the price and why frequent road-trippers and Tesla campers are likely to get the most value from it. Support the Show Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Review Links: Snuuzu — Tesla Camping Mattresses 918Digital YouTube Channel *Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You may know Tony and Grammy Award winner J. Harrison Ghee from their Broadway performances, like Some Like It Hot. Now, they're using their platform to talk about what's been happening behind the curtain—their journey with kidney disease and their search for a living kidney donor. Today, we're talking about listening to your body, asking for help, and why Ghee hopes their story inspires more people to learn about living kidney donation. In this episode we heard from: J. Harrison Ghee is an award-winning American actor, singer, and dancer best known for their work on Broadway. They made their Broadway debut as Lola in Kinky Boots and later originated the role of Jerry/Daphne in Some Like It Hot, earning a 2023 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical. Ghee, who is nonbinary and uses he/she/they pronouns, became one of the first openly nonbinary Tony Award winners. They have also appeared in Mrs. Doubtfire, Hadestown, and Once Upon a Mattress, among other productions. In 2022, Ghee was diagnosed with kidney disease and is currently on the waiting list for a kidney transplant.   Additional Resources Your Genes and Your Kidney Health Genetics and Kidney Health NKF Peers Information on Transplantation   Do you have comments, questions, or suggestions? Email us at NKFpodcast@kidney.org. Also, make sure to rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts.

When 9/11 hit New York, Cardi's Furniture and Mattress stepped up to help the first responders who were working day and night in the wake of the attack. Pete Cardi joined Gene this morning to talk about the $500,000 worth of supplies shipped in trucks to assist in the clean up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On today's show, Carrie Underwood lets her metal-head flag fly, and covers a song from Limp Bizkit. We also want to know, what is something that you would never buy used? Beds? Underwear? Sex Toys? We also get to another edition of Topic Bucket Tuesday, play a fun round of 'Facebook Marketplace Price Is Right', and much more!

Labor Day is an abused holiday. Mattress sales, truck sales, electronics sales- you name it- batter and assault a holiday based on the work of tens of thousands of union workers more than 100 years ago. As we approach the frantic 2026 midterm steeplechase to Election Day, it’s important to remember how we got here and […] The post 747b The LEFT Show | Labor Day 2026 Special appeared first on The LEFT Show.

The calendar has flipped to September, and Game 2 is in the books! Joe and Justin review Wilson's first-ever match-up with CB West and look ahead to the first game vs the Muhls since 2008! Thanks to our sponsors Mays Sandwich Shop (Bill Mays), The Valley Bar & Grill, S & S Mechanical (Steve Symons), Gardner's Mattress and More (Jeff Giagnocavo), Realtor Eric Weiser (Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty), the Challenger Family, Andy Herr, and our Anonymous Donor! The Bulldog Hour will be back for Episode 12-9 on Sunday, September 13th! ----------------------- JMNJR Radio: www.jmnjrradio.com/ The Bulldog Hour: www.bulldoghour.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/BulldogHour Twitter: @WilsonBulldogs | @BulldogHour | @CoachJoeMays | @Mr_Raffauf Email: show@bulldoghour.com OR joe@bulldoghour.com

What if one of the biggest ways to create a healthier home is hiding right underneath you while you sleep? In this episode, Ginny sits down with Tim Masters, founder of My Green Mattress and a mattress maker since his teenage years, to unpack what's actually inside the place where we spend nearly a third of our lives. Tim shares the remarkable story of how his daughter's eczema and allergies led him to create an organic crib mattress—and eventually launch My Green Mattress in 2007. They explore flame retardants, fiberglass, foams, off-gassing, and what families should look for when choosing a mattress, along with the surprising benefits of wool for breathability, temperature regulation, comfort, and durability. Tim also shares what nearly four decades of mattress-making have taught him about craftsmanship, why old-fashioned button tufting matters, and how buying fewer, better-made things can pay off for years. It's a fascinating look at sleep, healthier homes, and the craftsmanship behind something we use every single night. Visit www.MyGreenMattress.com and save 15% off on your order during their Labor Day Sale. Plus, use code 1000hours for an additional ten dollars off your cart! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

UT comes in at #12 - TSU #16 - Texas A&M #21Mack is giving away FREE Mattresses today till 10A for veterans and first respondersOne local woman has been prepping to take her 4 kids on a journey around the world 

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Getting restorative sleep and putting an end to back pain are both good reasons to opt for quality bedding. And if another reason was needed: on average, we spend 7-9 hours in bed every night and around a third of our lives sleeping in total. The problem is it can sometimes be like diving into a sea of options when it comes to mattresses. The most common type is the foam mattress, which adapts to all body shapes. What are the other types of mattresses? Should I go for soft or firm? What if I have back problems? How often should I be changing my mattress? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠⁠How can I reduce my belly fat?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠What are the health benefits of algae?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Why do people say that black cats bring bad luck?⁠⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 7/8/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ben and Jeff explore the real cost of bad sleep and why finding the right mattress is about more than simply finding a great price. With Labor Day being one of the biggest mattress-shopping periods of the year, they discuss Gardner's Mattress & More's FREE • FREE • FREE event, featuring FREE Sales Tax, No Interest. No Money Down. Financing Through 2030, and a FREE Gift With Purchase.The conversation also covers common mattress-shopping mistakes, signs it may be time for a replacement, and why expert guidance can make finding the right mattress easier. Ben and Jeff also debate whether online mattress shopping has made the process more convenient—or more confusing—and why experiencing a mattress in person still matters.If you've been putting off better sleep, this episode is a reminder that what you sleep on every night deserves attention.Don't just shop the Labor Day Sale. Come experience FREE • FREE • FREE at Gardner's Mattress & More.???? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://StreamYard.CastAhead.net ➡️ Get your FREE copy of Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo's book - "Sleep Better" https://gardnersmattressandmore.com/sleep-betterLIVE SHOW PODCAST & REPLAYS: ???? Connect with Lancaster Connects:✅ Official: https://lancasterconnects.com/ ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterConnects ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lancaster-connects✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancasterConnectsLancaster Connects is produced by Chris Stone at Cast Ahead:  https://CastAhead.net

This week we're answering an audience DM: “I'm a mum of 2. My partner is a ‘good dad' but not as hands-on or proactive as others. I notice other dad's doing school drop-offs, taking initiative at home, being more emotionally engaged. It's making me feel frustrated and guilty for comparing. Help!”We chat all things comparison, the comparison trap we can fall into, insta v reality, the very real impacts of the mental load and do we every really know what happens behind closed doors?A big thank you to our episode sponsors Lacevo & BabyhoodGiveawayEnter the competition on Instagram @parenthoodpod. The competition is pinned to our grid. The winner will receive $3,042 worth of products including the Babyhood Kaylula Sova Clear Cot & Mattress valued at $1900 PLUS the Lacevo Red Light Therapy Device and the S70 Breast Pump valued at $1142.LacevoInstagram: @lacevoofficialWebsite: https://lacevo.com/BabyhoodInstagram: @babyhood_australiaWebsite: https://www.babyhood.com.au/ParenthoodFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodShareWe'd love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe and Justin discuss Wilson's abbreviated game at Mifflin, hand out their Player of the Game award, and look ahead to Week 2's game at CB West - the program's first-ever against the Bucks! Thanks to our sponsors Mays Sandwich Shop (Bill Mays), The Valley Bar & Grill, S & S Mechanical (Steve Symons), Gardner's Mattress and More (Jeff Giagnocavo), The Miller Family, Realtor Eric Weiser (Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty), the Challenger Family, and our Anonymous Donors! The Bulldog Hour will be back for Episode 12-8 on Sunday, September 6th! ----------------------- JMNJR Radio: www.jmnjrradio.com/ The Bulldog Hour: www.bulldoghour.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/BulldogHour Twitter: @WilsonBulldogs | @BulldogHour | @CoachJoeMays | @Mr_Raffauf Email: show@bulldoghour.com OR joe@bulldoghour.com

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Did you know AI and affiliate review sites decide which mattress brand you see first—before you even step in a store? Here's how to win that game.Think the best mattress wins online? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, Mark Kinsley and PR/affiliate powerhouse Kris Hillberg reveal the hidden playbook behind how mattress and bedding brands become household names—whether or not their products are actually better.Discover why today's digital landscape is driven less by quality and more by who controls review sites, affiliate links, and the new “AI search” engines like ChatGPT and Google's LLMs. Kris shares insider tips on how brands are gaming YouTube, leveraging social proof, and rewriting the rules of SEO—now called GEO and AEO. If you're a retailer, brand, or even a curious consumer, you'll learn why old-school tactics are out, how social media keywords and creator partnerships are essential, and why being “real” will matter more than ever as AI-generated slop fills the web.Feeling lost as Google changes everything, review sites lose power, and affiliate commissions plummet? Kris and Mark break down the new rules—plus the biggest mistake most mattress brands make: ignoring holistic, multi-channel strategies. With concrete examples (Liquid Death, Tuft & Needle, and more!), they'll show you how to build digital gravity and create a surround-sound brand presence that's future-proof.Timestamps:- 00:50 – Why top mattress brands win (it's not product quality)- 03:45 – AI's secret influence on what brands consumers see first- 06:20 – How YouTube & social media now drive mattress discovery- 10:05 – The end of classic SEO: What is GEO & AEO?- 14:30 – Mattress review sites: Are they losing their power?- 18:00 – The “affiliate tax” and the dark side of mattress marketing- 22:15 – Why local retailers are losing to digital-first brands- 27:50 – The surround-sound strategy: What 8-figure brands do differently- 34:10 – Liquid Death & consumer-first branding secrets- 42:00 – Why “realness” beats AI in building trust- 49:00 – The 5-year plan for launching a winning mattress brandConnect with The FAM Podcast:

In this episode, we sit down with Steve Houk, Owner of Boise Mattress and a leading voice in the mattress industry. Steve shares his perspective on the challenges facing mattress retailers today, what's changing in the industry, and whether the traditional mattress business model has a future. As the leader of The Mattress Industry Network Group, the largest Facebook group dedicated to the mattress industry, and the host of a Mastermind Group for store owners, Steve has a unique view of what's working—and what isn't—in today's competitive marketplace. He is also frequently sought out for his expertise in marketing and sales. Tune in for an insightful conversation about the future of the mattress industry, the strategies successful store owners are using, and what retailers can do to adapt, compete, and thrive in a rapidly changing market.

Is the Birch Luxe Natural the best organic mattress of 2026? In this honest Birch Luxe mattress review, I test this organic latex hybrid across 5 categories — comfort, cooling, support, non-toxic materials, and value — and give it a final score. If you're shopping for a non-toxic, organic mattress made from natural latex, cotton, and wool, watch this before you buy.

After more than a decade of squeaks and stiff mornings, Angel and Rachel head to the mattress store and find themselves in a comedy of choices: plush vs. firm, his-and-hers sides, ice cream lounges, and a surprise flip that could solve marital sleeping arrangements — or spark a new chapter. What starts as a practical hunt for comfort becomes a warm, funny snapshot of married life and the small rituals that bind us. Between playful banter, a shout-out to the helpful salesperson, and the unexpected launch of podcast merch, the episode moves from retail spectacle to heartfelt reflection. The hosts close with a thankful prayer that reminds listeners how ordinary moments — like choosing a bed — can turn into stories of gratitude, connection, and faith.

Jason SweetTooth Williams is a singer, an actor and a writer. He's performed in cabaret, on TV, in films and on Broadway. He was in the Broadway musical “Be More Chill”, and regionally and Off Broadway in “Freaky Friday”, “Benny and Joon”, “Bloodsong of Love”, “The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S Thompson Musical” and “Once Upon a Mattress”. And he's an original member of Joe Iconis and Family. On screen he appeared in “WeCrashed” and in episodes of “Only Murders in the Building”, “BULL”, “FBI”, “The Marvelous Mrs Masiel” and “American Horror Stories”.  My featured song is “The Buzz”, my latest single. Spotify link. —------------------------------------ The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries! Click here for Start Here Click here for All Episodes  Click here for Guest List  Click here for Guest Testimonials Click here for Pillars Click here for Robert's Project Grand Slam Click here to Subscribe  Click here to receive our Email Updates Click here to Rate and Review the podcast —---------------------------------------- ROBERT'S NEWEST RELEASE:“THE BUZZ” - Ft. Darius de Haas (vocals) and Dave Eggar (Celo). Short, Sweet and Totally Different CLICK HERE FOR OFFICIAL VIDEO CLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS —-------------------------------------- Audio production: Jimmy RavenscroftKymera FilmsConnect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comFollow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.com    

Vy Nguyen bought his father's mattress factory in 2010 and spent 15 years doing everything the industry said not to do—building his own supply chain, skipping outside funding, and refusing to cut corners on materials. The result is Avocado Green, the largest organic mattress brand in the US, with 1,000 employees, more than 600 wholesale partners, and a billion-dollar target in its sights. For more on Avocado Green Brands and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Tonight, Dr. Galati has more news articles he wants to discuss. However, he starts with a story about Mattress Mack calling his son yesterday. Dr. Galati talks about heart disease (dying from it), heart attack, cholesterol, etc. He also takes some time on Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Dr. Galati ends with one more article on eating something regularly leading to longevity.  

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This week, we're heading to Coastal Rep Theatre in Half Moon Bay to talk about Once Upon a Mattress!

There we are, going through our day, doing things we feel are part of being human, or good for us, or scientifically proven to better our lives. And then we discover that all these things we are doing were foisted upon us by marketers. That's right, our routines and habits are manufactured by advertising with the sole purpose of selling more products. Eight hours of sleep every night? Mattress company campaign. Lather, rinse, repeat? Yup, shampoo companies. Orange juice for breakfast? That too. You get the idea. Jon and Kurt uncover the truth and expose the charlatan habits for what they really are.  

Have you ever wondered what path leads someone to become a professional mattress reviewer? Meet Martin Carlson, a film fanatic who journeyed from a childhood love of Abbott and Costello to an unlikely career in sleep products. Join us as we dive into the world of niche expertise, the delicate dance of balancing passions with practicalities, and the creative process behind Martin's unique career story.Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations that chase the story behind the person.Please show them some love on their socials here: https://www.mattressclarity.com/author/martencarlson/https://open.spotify.com/show/2SjwX9XW4VYQMAH3ZhBJAGFind more info at http://whyamipod.com/.If you want to support the podcast you can do so via https://www.patreon.com/whyamipod#WhyAmI #Podcast #MartinCarlson #FilmFanatic #MattressReviewer #PassionProjects #CreativeProcess

Ever wondered which sleep habits mattress experts secretly break? Industry insider Kelly Christal spills the truth—and it's not what you think!This week on Her Story, Tara Kinsley sits down with Kelly Christal, 18-year mattress industry veteran and co-owner of Mattress Firm South Dakota. From recharging after long days in retail to the sleep rules even experts break, Kelly gets real about the myths and realities of sleep health.You'll learn:- Why “having it all” is a myth—and how gratitude can change your outlook instantly.- The surprising electronics habit even sleep industry leaders can't quit (yes, even with all their expertise!).- How Kelly navigated a male-dominated industry to become a successful owner, and the advice she'd give her younger self (hint: don't wait for a seat at the table—demand it).- The real value of women's voices in retail and why supporting each other is still a daily challenge.- Behind-the-scenes stories: growing a 6-store chain, what it's like to work with mentors, and the wild adventures of Kelly's family (including a DIY Caribbean sailor dad!).If you've ever felt stretched thin, wondered how top sleep retailers actually unwind, or struggled to advocate for your voice in business, you'll find actionable, relatable stories and practical wisdom here.Timestamps:00:00 – The gratitude hack for “having it all” in life and business 05:30 – The sleep habit industry experts secretly break every night 10:10 – Sailing the Caribbean without experience: Kelly's family story 15:00 – From design grad to mattress owner: Kelly's unconventional career path 18:20 – What women wish men knew about retail meetings 22:45 – The one piece of advice Kelly gives every young professional 27:00 – The moment she almost quit—and who convinced her to stay 31:00 – How a 25-store ownership group creates its own “mastermind” 35:00 – If women ran the mattress industry: what would change overnight? 40:30 – Real-life sleep routines (including the gadget Kelly swears by) 44:00 – Lightning round: espresso martinis, Rubik's Cubes & superpowers Connect with The FAM Podcast:

In this episode, we're joined by Darren Sparks, President of BedTech, and Justin Trumbo, Owner of BedTech Midwest. Darren shares his vision for redefining retail partnerships by delivering high-quality products faster and leveraging technology to enhance the experience for both customers and retail partners—helping retailers increase sales and profitability. Justin, who made the transition from retail sales to owning BedTech Midwest and a consulting firm, is recognized for his innovative approach and ability to stay ahead of industry trends. Join us as Darren and Justin discuss the strategies, technology, and forward-thinking ideas shaping the future of retail success.  

In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, sleep expert Derek Hales explains why your mattress might be the quiet reason you keep waking up exhausted.If you have been blaming your brain, your schedule, or your stress levels for why you never feel rested, this conversation was made for you.Derek Hales is the founder and editor-in-chief of NapLab.com, where he and his team have tested over 565 mattresses using objective, data-driven methods built entirely in-house. After a frustrating and expensive experience trying to buy his first mattress as a newlywed, Derek built a platform dedicated to cutting through the noise and giving sleepers real, unbiased answers.In this episode, Derek breaks down how the mattress industry is largely designed to confuse shoppers into overspending, what most marketing claims actually mean in practice, and exactly what to buy if you have zero time to research. The conversation also gets into how ADHD brains already run in a low-grade fight-or-flight state, and how a wrong mattress can compound that neurological load in ways that are hard to separate from other causes.Key takeaways from this episode:If your sleep feels noticeably better in a hotel or at someone else's home, your mattress may be a bigger factor in your energy levels than you think.The vast majority of sleepers do best on a hybrid mattress with a medium-firm feel, and spending between 1,500 and 2,000 dollars covers most of what the market has to offer.Cooling features on mattresses are often real but applied at levels too small to make a difference, so take brand claims with a grain of salt.Your pillow, sheets, and mattress protector all affect how your mattress performs, and a cheap protector can undercut even a high-quality bed.Get your free personalized mattress recommendation from Derek and his team at NapLab. Answer a few questions about your sleep needs and budget and they will send you their top pick within 24 hours.https://naplab.comMore from The Vibe With Ky:Website and neurodivergent blog: https://thevibewithky.comSubscribe on Patreon for 5 dollars a month. Get access to the full ADHD Deep Dive library, the Reverse The Mic segment with Derek, and exclusive content not posted anywhere else online: https://www.patreon.com/thevibewithkySubscribe on Facebook for 5 dollars a month for the same exclusive access, including the Reverse The Mic segment with Derek and content not shared publicly anywhere else: https://www.facebook.com/thevibewithky/subscribe/Instagram: https://instagram.com/thevibewithkyTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thevibewithkyADHD Vibers Store: https://thevibewithky.podia.com/This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. If you are struggling, please reach out to a qualified professional.

The mattress industry is in chaos, and major brands like Sleep Number are facing bankruptcy. Clark breaks down how the mattress market became incredibly oversaturated and why traditional mattress stores have seen their business models become obsolete. While online shopping and warehouse clubs have revolutionized how we buy beds, the wave of recent bankruptcies poses a risk to consumers. Clark reveals his ultimate rule for buying a new mattress safely. Also, Clark addresses the looming crisis in higher education as federal student loan interest rates spike to 6.5%. With college costs and inflation stretching family budgets to the limit, Clark explains why you should never sacrifice your own retirement savings or saddle your children with a lifetime of crushing debt just to attend a "dream" school. Clark delivers a heavy dose of tough love and practical strategies for parents. Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the July 8, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your questions: Ask Clark. Buying A Mattress: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Student Loans: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: The Best Place To Buy a Mattress - Clark Howard Best Online Banks: Free Checking and High-Interest Savings Accounts Fidelity vs. Vanguard vs. Schwab: Which Brokerage Is Best? How Long Do You Need To Keep Tax Documents? - Clark Howard Education Dept Updates Key Student Loan Guidance In Advance Of July Changes - Forbes NYTimes: Education Dept. Lowers Student Loan Rates for Borrowers in Auto Pay The Trump administration says it is cutting student loan interest. Here are some facts and context The Right Way & Wrong Way to Use a 529 Plan That Doesn't Cover the Full Cost of College Best 529 College Savings Plans By State Trump Accounts: What You Need To Know - Clark Howard  Clark.com resources: Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com  /  Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's podcast, we discuss how infrequent big-ticket brands can stay part of the conversation and maintain relevance between purchases, what separates a partnership that's simply marketing from one that truly strengthens a brand, and what it means for brands to earn a place in consumers' initial consideration set as more people discover brands through AI instead of traditional search.   Tune in to hear a discussion featuring Vice President of Content and host Suzy Davidkhanian, Analyst Rachel Wolff, and Saatva CMO Joe McCambley.     Get more insights like these with our free, industry-leading newsletters covering advertising, marketing, and commerce. Sign up at emarketer.com/newsletters Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-how-saatva-went-affordable-luxury-mattress-restorative-sleep-brand © 2026 EMARKETER  

Today, I'm joined by Matteo Franceschetti, co-founder & CEO of Eight Sleep.   Scaling its AI-powered, temperature-regulating mattress across 35 countries, the sleep optimization company is tapping the world's largest sleep dataset to pursue predictive health and early disease detection.   In this episode, we discuss the shift from sleep tracking to sleep intervention.   We also cover: Building a data-led operating system Investing in women's health Mattress as medical device   Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast  Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe  Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider    Eight Sleep's Website: www.eightsleep.com  Eight Sleep on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eightsleep  Matteo on X: https://x.com/m_franceschetti?lang=en    -   The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart fitness ecosystem for fitness and health facilities.   Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/  Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/  Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/    Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:19) Global expansion update (02:50) Sleep optimization evolution (03:20) AutoPilot technology (04:40) Product ecosystem (06:25) Closing the loop on data (08:15) Clinical research foundation (10:25) Medical device trajectory (13:00) Premium positioning (14:50) Democratization strategy (15:45) Women's health focus (16:35) Sleep compression (18:25) Dataset, hardware, AI pyramid (19:50) Medical device category evolution (22:10) Data retention advantage (23:15) Health operating system (25:30) Acceleration and prioritization (27:00) Finding the S-curve (31:35) CEO role reinvention (33:00) Women's health and AI (34:55) Where to find (35:26) Conclusion

What's the one sleep rule even industry insiders can't follow? Discover the real habits (and secrets) behind the scenes in sleep health.Ever wondered if sleep industry pros really practice what they preach? In this candid conversation, Tara Kinsley sits down with Anna Hermosillo—marketing powerhouse, softball coach, and sleep industry veteran—to reveal the real-life habits, confessions, and leadership lessons shaping the world of mattresses and sleep health.If you've ever grabbed a 4pm coffee (knowing you shouldn't) or struggled to truly “unplug” after work, this episode is for you. Anna shares her honest take on late-day caffeine, the surprising value of keeping your inner circle tight, and why boundaries aren't just a buzzword—they're essential for success and peace of mind. Get inspired by Anna's journey from skeptical newcomer to industry leader, and hear why she believes women—and supportive leadership—are transforming the future of sleep.Plus: - The #1 thing that would change if women ran the mattress industry - How working from home boosts productivity (and sanity) - The secret power of mentorship (and why it matters more than ever) - A behind-the-scenes look at balancing work, motherhood, and personal growthStay tuned for relatable confessions, actionable insights, and a few laughs—including why true crime podcasts and coffee aren't just guilty pleasures.Timestamps: 03:10 – The sleep habit even pros secretly break 06:00 – The real way Anna recharges (not the Instagram version) 10:25 – Why boundaries are the secret to peace and productivity 13:40 – The unexpected story of how Anna joined the mattress world 15:30 – The single biggest change if women led the industry 17:55 – How working from home redefines success (and focus) 21:12 – The leadership lessons sports taught Anna 25:28 – Do women really support women in sleep? Anna's answer 27:40 – Anna's surprising self-care ritual (hint: it's not a spa day) 31:07 – What's in Anna's bag? A softball coach's secret tool 34:36 – Lightning round: Sleep, travel, and guilty pleasuresConnect with The FAM Podcast:

In this episode, we welcome back Ali Thompson, founder of Creative Success Secrets, for Part 2 of our conversation on growing your business online without relying on paid advertising. Building on the insights from Part 1, Ali dives deeper into advanced strategies for increasing organic visibility, strengthening your online credibility, and leveraging Facebook search optimization to attract your ideal audience. Entrepreneurs and small business owners will gain even more practical, sustainable marketing tips to help expand their reach, stand out in a crowded digital space, and continue building long-term business growth.  

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Announcing the CTP for SpaceX. MahJong Craze gone wild. Goodbye to Alan Greenspan – The Maestro. Have you seen RAM prices? PLUS we are now on Spotify and Amazon Music/Podcasts! Click HERE for Show Notes and Links DHUnplugged is now streaming live - with listener chat. Click on link on the right sidebar. Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? PayPal.Donation.Button({ env:'production', hosted_button_id:'JJJHP2GDEJC7J', image: { src:'https://www.paypalobjects.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_donateCC_LG.gif', alt:'Donate with PayPal button', title:'PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!', } }).render('#donate-button'); Follow John C. Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter Warm-Up - Announcing the CTP for SpaceX - MahJong Craze - Goodbye to Alan Greenspan - The Maestro - Have you seen RAM prices? Markets - Economic Collapse Imminent? - Breathe is narrowing again - chips chips chips are the only play - Spacex coming back down to earth? What is that sucking sound? -- Markets getting weird..... 3% down for NASDAQ 100 today - 8% for SMH and 14% for Memory ETF - Just announced - Alphabet (Google) will replace Verizon in DJIA DEDICATION: Alan Greenspan - Died Monday at age 100 Google Enters DJIA - High priced shares - Moves tech to 22% of DJIA from 17% or so - very meaningful move - Every $1 move for Google = $7 move on DJIA - Tech:  S&P 500 (~30%+), Nasdaq (~50%+) Computer Pricing - What as $2,000 a year ago for a nice desktop is not like $4,000 - Dell not holding pricing quotes - and even if they do, back ordered so prices could go up after order - Will IPOs put more money in the pocket of tech companies to buy gear at any price? Endless - SpaceX recently finalized two massive, multibillion-dollar artificial intelligence contracts: a $6.3 billion computing power agreement with Reflection AI and a $60 billion acquisition of the AI coding startup Cursor. - AI Compute Deal with Reflection AI - - - - The Terms: Reflection AI agreed to pay SpaceXAI $150 million per month from July 2026 through the end of 2029. - - -- - - The Infrastructure: The startup will tap into hardware and GB300 chips housed at SpaceX's Colossus 2 data center in Memphis, Tennessee. More SpaceX - SpaceX shares were as high as $220 post IPO. - Sharea ahve been down over the past 3 days. - Most that got in POST IPO probably bought in at about $162-$165 - Newsline: SpaceX shares slipped for a third straight day, shedding hundreds of billions of dollars in market value, after the company said it is selling investment-grade bonds for the first time. - The stock fell 16% Monday to close at $154.60, the lowest level since the company's first day of trading, pushing its three-day loss to 23% and erasing over $600 billion in value over that period. - SpaceX is seeking to raise at least $20 billion from the first bond offering to fund its artificial-intelligence ambitions. Missed Opportunity - Short the Mattress companies he said...... ----- Got squeezed out....Never to return Swing and a Miss Maybe Because this can happen... - Shares of Getty Images Holdings Inc. soared as much as 145% on Monday after it announced a licensing deal with OpenAI. - Getty said that images from its library will appear in the search and discovery features of ChatGPT, marking a key reversal for the firm. - The partnership with OpenAI could improve “licensing optics” and shift the narrative on the stock, according to analyst Mark Zgutowicz. - Getty shares were up 118% to $1.32 as of 12:44 p.m. in New York, putting them on track for the best session since July 2022. The stock had fallen about 55% this year to close at 61 cents on Thursday before the Juneteenth holiday weekend began. KOREA - SK Hynix - New #1 in South Korea: SK Hynix surpassed Samsung Electronics on Monday to become the country's most valuable listed company. - Remarkable turnaround: A striking reversal for a chipmaker that nearly collapsed under heavy debt roughly two decades ago. (CYCLES) - AI memory leader: Now the dominant supplier of high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips powering AI systems. - Marquee customers: Key buyers include Nvidia (NVDA) and Alphabet's Google (GOOGL). - Massive 2026 rally: Shares are up more than 340% year-to-date, fueled by the global AI boom. - Market cap milestone: Valuation now exceeds both Samsung and Micron (MU). Markets Get Chopped - Questions being asked about if AI spend boom producing fast enough return - Back to earth on valuation scare - (all of a sudden?) - KOSPI down 11% - Chips getting hit - 12% for Memory ETF - MU down 9%, Intel 4%, ASML 7% RAM Prices... - Looking at some additional RAM today for some office computers .... --- ARE THEY KIDDING? RAM Prices Imminent Collapse???? - President Donald Trump said the prospect of global economic collapse was a big reason he signed an interim peace deal with Iran. - According to sources, the deal reopened the Strait of Hormuz and set in motion waivers for sanctions on Iran's oil sales to the international market, with the effect being an immediate drop in oil prices and a rise in US stocks. - The agreement has been seen as skewed in Iran's favor, giving the country broad gains before the next round of talks, and has prompted pushback and anger from Republican lawmakers. - MOU signed lat Wednesday - also now more waivers of sanctions on sale of Iranian oil - 60 day reprieve. China - Weak economic conditions - H Shares about to enter bear market - Hong Kong - Close to a technical bear market, dragged down by weak domestic consumption, a struggling property sector, and an exodus of funds fleeing "old tech" for AI plays elsewhere in Asia. - A-shares are listed in mainland China (Shanghai/Shenzhen) and primarily target domestic investors. H-shares are listed in Hong Kong and are freely available to international investors More China - Retail sales declined for the first time since December 2022, dropping 0.6% from a year earlier. - China's urban fixed-asset investment contracted 4.1% as of end-May, dragged by real estate and manufacturing. - Manufacturing fixed-asset investment contracted for the first time since December 2020. - Industrial output was the lone bright spot, rebounding from April's near three-year low. - The national unemployment rate fell to 5.1% in May, compared with 5.2% in April. Marrrr Jonggg - Mahjong can be highly addictive due to its rewarding blend of strategy, luck, and social interaction. The rapid tile-drawing, need for pattern recognition, and "just one more round" mentality trigger dopamine releases. If compulsive play disrupts your finances or daily life, it can become a behavioral addiction requiring intervention. - Tactile and Auditory Appeal: Many users on community forums like Reddit agree that the physical weight, texture, and distinct clinking sound of shuffling tiles provide soothing, sensory satisfaction. - There has been a 70% surge in mahjong content on TikTok in the past year - Yelp recently named the Chinese tile game a top trend of 2026, noting that searches for mahjong clubs surged 4,467% year over year for the period from September 2024 to August 2025 and that searches for mahjong lessons rose 819%. Alphabet - WHAT>????*&*^ - Alphabet shares slid 7%, on track for the search giant's worst day in a year. - Alphabet's Google has seen consecutive high-profile researchers leave in the last several days. - The company also has exposure to the market's concerns around commoditized AI and ballooning capital expenditures. - The share slide also came on the heels of a Sunday Wall Street Journal interview with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, who called for less dependence on “AI Giants” and said the AI market was commoditized. Back to Oracle - Oracle reduced workforce by 21,000 employees over past twelve months. - Cuts broader than previously disclosed, driven by artificial intelligence adoption. - Global headcount fell from 162,000 to 141,000 full-time employees year-over-year. - Workforce reductions generated $1.8 billion in restructuring costs, company reported. - Company warned AI deployment may continue resulting in workforce reductions. NVDA - Underperforming - Nvidia shares slipping recently despite remaining up about 12% in 2026. - Stock down roughly 3% past month, underperforming semiconductor peers. - SMH ETF surged 84% year-to-date, gaining 15% last month. - Traders predict Nvidia chip pricing power is beginning to decline. - Wall Street focus shifting toward memory and infrastructure AI buildout. - Micron and Sandisk shares jumped nearly 60% over past month. Gloom and Doom - JCD sent interesting take from Chris Bloomstran - Traditionally asset light companies with all sorts of revenue, high margins now.... ---- Converting into asset heavy with no real understanding of what the profitability or even revue will be in the future ----- Here are the highlights of his commentary we can explre: ------------AI buildout shifting markets from asset-light toward capital-intensive infrastructure cycle - Hyperscaler capex surge reflects move into heavy, long-duration asset base - Massive capital requirements challenge economics versus prior asset-light models - Depreciation burden rising sharply as infrastructure scales across AI ecosystem - Returns depend on utilization of expensive, long-lived physical compute assets - Asset-heavy cycles historically lead to overbuild, weak returns, eventual consolidation - Infrastructure spending absorbing nearly all operating cash flow for hyperscalers - Off-balance-sheet financing masking true scale of capital intensity shift - AI economics hinge more on physical capacity than software-driven scalability - Echoes of past asset-heavy booms with eventual oversupply and value destruction Amazon Day - Today - June 26th - US consumers will spend $26.3 billion online at Amazon and other retailers during the four-day sale, up 9% from last year's event in July, according to Adobe Inc. - About 201 million Amazon shoppers in the US were Prime subscribers as of March, up about 3% from a year earlier - Amazon will capture about 60% of all US online spending during Prime Day, its highest market share since 2019, according to estimates from EMarketer Inc. Chevron and Microsoft - Chevron Corp signed 20-year deal with Microsoft for data center power. - Agreement supplies natural-gas fired generation for massive West Texas facility. - Project Kilby expected online 2028, ramping to 2.67 gigawatts. - Full output enough to power more than 530,000 Texas homes. - Chevron partnering Engine No. 1, final investment decision planned later. - Deal follows prior reports of exclusive long-term power negotiations. More Oil News - Drill baby Drill - Interior Department cutting federal drilling bonds by 95% to spur exploration. - Required bond drops from $500,000 to $25,000 for leases. - Bonds ensure cleanup costs don't fall on taxpayers if wells abandoned. - Policy change aims to encourage more oil and gas development. - Proposal subject to 60-day public comment after Federal Register publication. FedEx Earnings - FedEx posted strong fiscal fourth-quarter earnings on Tuesday in the company's last quarter that included the freight business before its spin off. - FedEx Freight spun off into a separate publicly traded company on June 1. - The company said it saw a 3% year-over-year increase in domestic volume. - Stock down 6% A/H   Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? PayPal.Donation.Button({ env:'production', hosted_button_id:'JJJHP2GDEJC7J', image: { src:'https://www.paypalobjects.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_donateCC_LG.gif', alt:'Donate with PayPal button', title:'PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!', } }).render('#donate-button'); ANNOUNCING the THE CLOSEST TO THE PIN for SpaceX (SPCX) Winners will be getting great stuff like the new "OFFICIAL" DHUnplugged Shirt!     FED AND CRYPTO LIMERICKS   See this week's stock picks HERE Follow John C. Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter

Are toxic chemicals surrounding your baby while they sleep? Babies and kids spend thousands of hours breathing inches from their mattress, bedding, carpet, and furniture, yet most of us rarely think about what those products are made of.  Mattress expert Arin Schultz explains the science behind chemicals in mattresses and nursery products, what “off-gassing” means, and why certifications can be confusing. We talk about breathability, mold, organic bedding, furniture materials, and the question more families are starting to ask: how healthy is our home?  Learn more at Naturepedic and read the Mattress and Bedding 101 blog.        Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here.  Find products from the show on the shop page.   *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases.    More from The Pediatrician Next Door:    Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast  Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door  Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75  TikTok: @drwendyhunter  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices