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Send us Fan MailA special Father's Day episode. Mario sits down with friends Dan Martinez and Salvador "Sal" Hernandez — fathers, mentors, and men who've each walked very different paths to fatherhood — for an honest, unscripted conversation about what it really means to show up, be present, and rewrite the script your own father may have handed you.Whether you grew up with a father who was always there, one who worked himself into the ground to provide, or no father at all — this episode is for you. And if you've lost a child or lost a father, this one holds space for you too.In This EpisodeGrowing up with (and without) present fathers — and how it shaped each of their parenting stylesThe difference between showing up and being truly presentLearning each child's love language — because no two kids need the same thingLetting go of what "providing" really meansThe biggest challenge each father faces today, from fear to learning to meet each kid where they're atWhy community and asking for help isn't optional for men — it's necessaryThe line that gave this episode its name: rewrite the script

What if your body has been keeping a record your mind never agreed to? In this episode, Glenn and Phyllis sit down with John Kilmer — occupational therapist, life coach, and newly certified Connection Coder — for a conversation about how emotion lives in the body long after the moment has passed. John shares what it was like to grow up between countries, why a hospital stay at 18 months still shapes how he trusts, and how his five-year-old recently named his own fear and shame out loud instead of hiding it. Phyllis opens up about coming to the U.S. as a child who couldn't yet read or write English, and learning to disappear. Together they unpack somatic work, the nervous system, and why simply being present in our own bodies can feel terrifying — and freeing.In this episode:How a five-year-old used the Core Emotion Wheel to self-disclose instead of hideWhy "the issues are in the tissues" — and what somatic work actually meansThe 90-second life of an emotion, and what happens when we cut it shortGrowing up as a "third culture kid" and the quiet grief no one namedWhy looking into another person's eyes for four minutes changes us biochemicallyLoneliness, isolated mothers, and the tools we were never givenJohn walks the Core Emotion Wheel live to close the episodeAbout John Kilmer: John is an occupational therapist and life coach in rural Washington State, trained in somatic and polyvagal-informed approaches to trauma. A recent graduate of the School of Connection and a newly certified Connection Codes coach, he brings a deep love of embodiment work and a story shaped by years living in Lebanon and Kenya.Resources mentioned:The Core Emotion Wheel (free download) → connectioncodes.co/get-the-cewFind a certified Connection Codes coach → connectioncodes.co/coaches#find-a-coach-menuReach John directly → JohnKilmercoaching@gmail.comCheck out our new website → connectioncodes.coAnd be on the lookout — our new community is coming soon. You won't want to miss it.

Mentoring is one of the most powerful levers for women's growth and one of the most misunderstood. In this rich conversation, Giovanna sits down with two women who have dedicated their careers to getting mentoring right: Tamara Thorpe and Lisa Fain. Tamara Thorpe is the Founder of Real Mentors Network while Lisa Fain is the CEO of Center for Mentoring Excellence. They bring a combined 40+ years of mentoring excellence across industries, sectors, and global communities.Together, they pull back the curtain on why so many workplace mentoring programs quietly fall flat and what it actually takes to build a mentoring culture that helps people thrive, not just perform. In this episode, you'll discover:Why mentoring is "the most promiscuously used word in leadership development" — and what it actually meansThe three core elements of effective mentoring: reciprocity, learning, and co-creationWhy mentoring is a “triple win” for individuals, leaders, and organizationsWhy mentoring programs fail when treated as a DEI add-on or a technology fixWhy great mentors are coaches — but not all great coaches are mentorsHow top leadership buy-in makes mentoring measurable and how to find your mentoring ROI This is a conversation that will make you look at every mentoring relationship — past, present, and future — with fresh eyes. ✨ Ease in knowing that the best mentoring relationships do not require you to have all the answers. Real mentoring flows from curiosity, not expertise. When you stop trying to give advice and start asking better questions, something opens up for both of you.✨ Joy in the reciprocity. The mentor gains as much as the mentee. More engaged work, broader perspective, deeper satisfaction — these are not byproducts. They are the point. There is something genuinely joyful in a relationship where both people walk away more whole than they arrived.✨ Impact in building something that lasts. A single well-supported mentoring culture can change retention rates, career trajectories, and the texture of daily work life for everyone in an organization. That kind of impact is quiet, cumulative, and profound.✨ Self-trust in knowing when a relationship is truly investing in you and when it only looks like it is. Lisa knew the difference between her lunches and her real mentor, even before she had words for it. You already know the difference too. Trust what you feel in those relationships. That instinct is your compass.----------------✨ The Well Woman Show is delighted to partner with the Work and Family Researchers Network and its next conference June 17-20, 2026 in Montreal, Canada. For more information, look to https://wfrn.org/2026-work-and-family-researchers-network-conference/ ✨ Join other smart, high-achieving women to rewrite the rules for how to love, lead, and succeed so you can live with more joy, ease, and abundance, even when life is tough.

Being vulnerable at work can help you build trust, strengthen relationships, and communicate with more authenticity but there is a very important line between healthy vulnerability and oversharing.In this communication skills lesson, you'll learn how to open up at work without saying too much, becoming overly personal, or weakening your professional presence.We'll explore the difference between vulnerability and oversharing, how to share personal experiences in a way that builds connection, and how to use emotional honesty without losing clarity, confidence, or credibility.This lesson is especially helpful if you want to improve your professional communication, build stronger workplace relationships, speak more confidently in English, and become more socially fluent in meetings, conversations, and team settings.Inside this lesson, you'll learn:What vulnerability at work really meansThe difference between vulnerability and oversharingHow to share personal information professionallyHow to build trust without revealing too muchWhat to say when you want to be honest but still polishedHow emotionally intelligent communication helps you connect at workVulnerability is not about telling everyone everything. It is about sharing the right thing, with the right person, at the right time, for the right reason.If you want to sound more authentic, confident, and emotionally intelligent in English, this lesson will help you communicate with warmth and professionalism.For more communication practice, social fluency training, and live conversation workshops, join us inside Explearning Academy:https://academy.explearning.co

Being vulnerable at work can help you build trust, strengthen relationships, and communicate with more authenticity but there is a very important line between healthy vulnerability and oversharing.In this communication skills lesson, you'll learn how to open up at work without saying too much, becoming overly personal, or weakening your professional presence.We'll explore the difference between vulnerability and oversharing, how to share personal experiences in a way that builds connection, and how to use emotional honesty without losing clarity, confidence, or credibility.This lesson is especially helpful if you want to improve your professional communication, build stronger workplace relationships, speak more confidently in English, and become more socially fluent in meetings, conversations, and team settings.Inside this lesson, you'll learn:What vulnerability at work really meansThe difference between vulnerability and oversharingHow to share personal information professionallyHow to build trust without revealing too muchWhat to say when you want to be honest but still polishedHow emotionally intelligent communication helps you connect at workVulnerability is not about telling everyone everything. It is about sharing the right thing, with the right person, at the right time, for the right reason.If you want to sound more authentic, confident, and emotionally intelligent in English, this lesson will help you communicate with warmth and professionalism.For more communication practice, social fluency training, and live conversation workshops, join us inside Explearning Academy:⁠https://academy.explearning.co⁠

Most of us go to our annual checkup, hand over our arm for blood work, and wait to hear "everything looks normal." But what if normal isn't the same as optimal — and what if the tests your doctor ordered aren't even telling the full story? In this episode, Kate sits down with functional medicine practitioner and nutritionist Cindy Dupuie to break down exactly what blood work women in perimenopause should be asking for, why conventional ranges often miss the mark, and how to start advocating for your health in a system that wasn't built with you in mind.From thyroid panels to metabolic markers to the cholesterol conversation nobody's having honestly — this one is packed with practical, empowering information. Because understanding your blood work isn't just for practitioners. It's for you.In this episode we explore:Why TSH alone is never enough — and what a full thyroid panel actually looks likeThe 6 key lab panels every woman in perimenopause should know about (thyroid, nutrients, metabolic, inflammatory, and more)Why "normal" ranges on your labs were created from sick populations — and what optimal actually meansThe cholesterol conversation your doctor probably isn't having with you (and why rising cholesterol in perimenopause isn't always the villain)How to advocate for better lab work in Canada — including workarounds when your MD won't order what you needCindy Dupuie is a functional medicine practitioner and nutritionist with over 20 years of experience helping people who are sick and tired of feeling sick and tired. Her specialty areas include digestion, thyroid health, blood work interpretation, and supporting women through their perimenopause and menopause years. She holds a degree in Dietetics and discovered functional medicine over 23 years ago after navigating her own health crisis — a rebellious digestive system and early menopause at 43. Since then, she's helped hundreds of clients heal through a root-cause lens.Cindy's superpowers are research, pattern recognition, and education — she digs deep, connects dots, and doesn't take things at face value. In addition to her 1:1 telehealth practice, she offers courses, lab work assessments, and teaches yoga. She's also a mom and grandma whose mission is simple: help women become their own best healthcare advocates.Resources:Find Cindy on Instagram @cindy_dupuieCindy's Website alivingbalance.net‍ ‍Cindy's YouTube channel @alivingbalance Find Cindy on Facebook @cdupuieCheck out Cindy's Course: Grace In Transition for Women Of A Certain Age Download Lab Checklist for The Pause YearsTake Kate's FREE Quiz What Hormone is Running the ShowAbout KateKate Nguy is the founder of Shee Revival and a Certified Hormone Health Practitioner and Cycle-Syncing Strategist who helps busy women in their 30s and 40s balance their hormones and reclaim their energy. Specializing in the hormonal ups and downs of midlife—from PMS and perimenopause to burnout and cortisol overload—Kate guides women to feel at home in their bodies and live in sync with their natural cycles. Through cycle syncing, hormone hacks, and nervous system regulation, Kate empowers women to rebalance their hormones, reconnect to their bodies, and revive the vibrant, grounded version of themselves underneath the overwhelm.Tune in now and join the movement toward better hormone health!Follow me @hormoneswithkate on Instagram for more insights, tips, and support!

Sitting on the fence feels like the smart move. You weigh the pros and cons, you do the research, you tell yourself now isn't the right time. But indecision is still a decision, and in a pharma career it has a cost. The promotion you're not sure you're ready for. The role you can't decide is right. The difficult stakeholder you don't know how to handle. Every time you stay on the fence to avoid the discomfort of the unknown, you make less progress and you quietly hand the opportunity to someone who decided faster. This episode is about why we do it, and how to get down.In this episode, you'll learn:What sitting on the fence really meansThe questions that expose the real reason you're not making a decisionHow to calculate the actual cost of indecision before it costs you in your careerWhere certainty about a decision actually comes fromGet the Book: Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech here.Work with Me: Learn more and apply to work with me here.Love the podcast?  Share your feedback by leaving us a review. Thank you!Connect on SocialsLinkedInInstagram

Send us Fan MailSomething is shifting right now. You can probably feel it.In this week's episode Christina reflects on the rare blue moon energy that's here right now and what it's asking of us between now and the summer solstice on June 21st.If old memories have been surfacing out of nowhere, if self-doubt has spiked just as you were starting to claim something new, or if you've been quietly sensing that a deeper version of you is ready to emerge, this one is for you.Here's what you'll hear:What a blue moon actually is and why this one matters (hint: the next one isn't until 2028)Why so many women right now are being called into the leadership of themselves  and what that really meansThe backlash wave: why self-doubt floods in right when you start to shift, and why that's actually a sign you're close to a breakthroughHow homeostasis keeps us small  and how to stretch the muscle of claiming yourself anywayChristina's personal story of a childhood memory that surfaced this week and what she's releasing under this moonWhat the window between now and the solstice is for, and how to work with it energetically rather than just in your headWhy this year feels different from last year's solstice  and what's being asked of us nowA simple daily practice to use between now and June 21stThis week's practice:Place your hand on your heart or solar plexus. Ask: What is ready to be released? What no longer belongs?Don't go looking for the answer in your head. Let images, memories, and feelings rise on their own. Write them down. Burn them if you can. You don't need to understand how a story shaped you — just name it and let it go.Free resource: The Missing MapIf you've ever wondered why anxiety keeps returning, why you people-please even when you don't want to, or why certain patterns just won't budge — the answers often live in your energy system. The Missing Map is Christina's free guide to understanding your chakras and energetic world, so you can find where you need to align and actually do it. Includes a PDF guide and audio version. Download free at spirituallyawareliving.com/themapConnect with Christina:Book a Connection Chat: spirituallyawareliving.comSubstack: Showing Up WholeInstagram: @christinafletcherChristina Fletcher is a Spiritual Alignment coach, energy worker, author, speaker and host of the podcast Showing Up Whole.She specialises in practical spirituality and integrating inner work with outer living, so you can get self development off of the hobby shelf and integrated as a powerful fuel to your life. Through mindset, spiritual connection, intuitive guidance, manifestation, and mindfulness techniques Christina helps her clients overcome overwhelm and shame to find a place of flow, ease, and deep heart-centered connection.Christina has been a spiritual alignment coach, healer and spiritually aware parent coach for 11 years and trained in Therapeutic Touch 12 years ago.  She is also a meditation teacher and speaker. For more information please visit her website www.spirituallyawareliving.com Want to uncover where you need the most energy alignment? Take her new Energy Alignment Quiz to identify which of your energetic worlds (mind, body, heart or spirit) needs aligning the most! Or Follow her on her social media accounts:FacebookInstagramorLinkedin...

You lived through it. You lost people. And somewhere along the way you decided HIV was somebody else's problem now. It is not. Andrew Spieldenner and Alex Garner from MPact Global Action join Rick for a conversation that does not let the queer community off the hook. MPact works across 60 countries supporting LGBTQ-led organizations fighting HIV stigma, funding cuts, and the political forces making all of it worse. This episode covers where the stigma still lives, why gay men over 50 are among the fastest growing groups of new diagnoses, and why staying sexual, visible, and engaged is still an act of resistance. Key Takeaways: Why HIV stigma has not gone away, it has just gotten quieter and more insidiousHow structural racism and poverty drive HIV transmission more than individual behaviorWhy gay men over 50 are seeing rising new diagnosis rates and what that meansThe dangerous gap between available prevention tools and who actually gets access to them About Andrew Andrew R. Spieldenner, Ph.D. is Executive Director of MPact Global Action, an international gay rights organization in the HIV response, and Professor in the Department of Communication at California State University-San Marcos. Openly living with HIV, Dr. Spieldenner's writing is at the intersection of health and culture, particularly looking at HIV and the LGBTQ community. Dr. Spieldenner's edited books include Intercultural Health Communication, Post-AIDS Discourse in Health Communication, and the award-winning A Pill for Promiscuity. About Alex Alex Garner is a writer, artist, and community advocate dedicated to advancing queer visibility and health equity. He currently serves as Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives & Communications at MPact Global Action and previously led sexual health innovation and global campaigns as Senior Health Innovation Strategist at Hornet. With over 25 years in community organizing and two decades as a writer, Alex uses storytelling, art, and advocacy to humanize queer experiences and destigmatize conversations around sex, HIV, and identity. Born and raised in Southern California, Alex is a proud Chicano, gay/queer, and male-presenting person who embraces fluidity and authenticity. Living openly with HIV for 30 years, he shares his personal journey including his time as a sex worker and performer to challenge stigma and inspire others. Connect With Andrew and Alex Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Hey Guys, Don't Forget! Join the 40 Plus: Gay Men Gay Talk, monthly chats. - Learn More! Also, join our Facebook Community - 40 Plus: Gay Men, Gay Talk Community

Why She Wanted to Ditch Booking.com (as her job)She got 4.7 out of 5 from every single person she'd ever worked with. Her manager looked at it and said five words: "That is not data." She didn't get the promotion. And she stayed for another year and a half anyway.This episode is about what happens when you've done everything right, and it still isn't enough. Not because you weren't good enough, but because the environment was never going to choose you.If you've been working harder, waiting longer, and making yourself smaller just to prove something to someone who's already decided, this one's for you.In this episode:Why being undeniably good at your job isn't always enough, and what that actually meansThe silent cost of staying too long in the wrong environmentWhy so many ambitious women are still waiting to be chosen, and how to stopWhat it really means to choose yourself (and what changed for this client when she did)"Self-worth is not waiting until you have proven yourself beyond doubt. Self-worth is knowing when the environment is the problem, and having the courage to choose yourself anyway."Ready to stop going in circles?

Is modern Christianity weakening men?In this episode of The Based Boomer Podcast, we sit down with J. Chase Davis to discuss his upcoming book Offensive Christianity: Reclaiming Biblical Manhood. We dive into the crisis of modern masculinity, the role of the church, and why many men today lack purpose, direction, and clarity. Davis argues that Christianity was never meant to be passive. Instead, men are called to take action-bringing Christ's lordship into every area of life, even when it's seen as "offensive" by today's culture.We cover:The collapse of modern manhoodHow the church may be contributing to the problemWhat "Offensive Christianity" really meansThe role of agency, ambition, and responsibilityHow men can reclaim purpose and leadershipWatch all of our videos and subscribe to our channel for the latest content >HereHere

Today's conversation is with Adam Power.Adam is an Irish entrepreneur, founder of PWRD Media, and more recently PWRD University.Adam first appeared on the podcast back on episode 226, where we unpacked his journey from an under-skilled and unfulfilled 20-year-old into building a multi-million-pound business in Dubai.A lot has changed since then.Since our last conversation, Adam has moved from Dubai to Marbella, launched PWRD University, sold 40% of his agency, and gone deeper into the personal side of growth alongside the business success.This was a thoughtful and reflective conversation on growth, identity, purpose, business, and building a life that actually feels good while achieving success.Expect to learn:Why Adam left Dubai and moved to Marbella full timeWhat nervous system regulation actually meansThe framework behind “The Square” and IkigaiWhy life moves in seasons of intensityThe common traits Adam sees in elite entrepreneursHow success changes as you evolveThe role Christian faith plays in Adam's lifeWhy giving first often creates the biggest opportunities laterThe difference between external success and internal fulfilmentWhat Adam wants life and business to look like in the next 3 years Get 20 lessons from 330 CamBro Conversations - https://colcambro.kit.com/60ed1b527b Get my Linkedin for Sales Guide - https://colcambro.kit.com/products/linked-in-personal-brand-for-sellingMake Millionaire Money Moves - https://millionaire-fhcpmlvz.manus.space Book a conversation about Private Medical Insurance with Lewis & Mark - lewis.mitchell@wpa-hcp.org.uk and Mark.McKenzie@wpa-hcp.org.uk Connect with Adam:Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/adampower96/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@adampower6612 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/adam-power-marketing/ Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0c Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

In this episode of Breaking the Chain, host Nathaniel Chapman sits down with James Edgar to explore the increasing significance of somatic coaching in leadership, emotional resilience, and contemporary workplace performance.As a Chief People Officer with nearly 30 years of leadership experience across industries, James shares how somatic coaching goes beyond mindset and traditional executive coaching by helping leaders understand the connection between the body, nervous system, emotions, and decision-making. The conversation explores practical techniques leaders can use to regulate stress, improve self-awareness, and lead more authentically in increasingly complex and AI-driven environments.The episode also dives into:Why high-performing leaders often become trapped in analytical thinkingThe role of the nervous system in leadership behaviorPractical breathing and grounding exercises for emotional regulationHow somatic awareness improves communication and conflict managementThe connection between sports psychology, performance rituals, and leadershipWhy human connection will matter even more in the age of AIThe importance of authenticity, presence, and emotional intelligence in modern leadershipDespite a few live technical difficulties during recording, the discussion delivers valuable insights into how leaders can better understand themselves, regulate pressure, and create stronger human connections at work and beyond.Key Topics Covered:What somatic coaching actually meansThe difference between body language and somatic awarenessNervous system regulation and leadership performanceBox breathing and centering techniquesFight, flight, freeze responses in corporate environmentsEmotional resilience and burnout preventionSports psychology and performance ritualsLeadership authenticity and presenceAI, emotional intelligence, and the future of human connectionPractical self-awareness exercises leaders can implement immediatelyKey Takeaways:Leadership starts with self-awareness and nervous system regulationYour body stores emotions, experiences, and behavioral patternsBreathing and grounding techniques can improve performance under pressureStress signals often appear in the body before reaching conscious awarenessAuthentic leadership creates trust and stronger followershipHuman emotional connection will remain critical despite advances in AISomatic coaching helps leaders move from reaction to intentional responsePractical Exercises Mentioned:Box breathingBody scanning techniquesCentering practicesHead, heart, and gut reflection exercisesPhysical posture awareness and “power posing.”About the Guest:James Edgar is the Chief People Officer at Signature Discovery and the founder of The Black Polar Bear. He specializes in somatic coaching, executive leadership development, and helping leaders build resilient, authentic, and high-performing teams.Connect with James on LinkedInConnect With the Hosts:Nathainel ChapmanTerentia BrowneFollow Impel TalentLinkedIn: Impel TalentTwitter: @ImpelTalentFacebook: @Impel TalentInstagram: @ImpelTalentJoin us for illuminating discussions, practical insights, and a roadmap for thriving in an ever-shifting world. Subscribe now and join the conversation as we break new ground in leadership excellence! 

Tom DuFore explains how real estate investors are using franchising as an investment vehicle to diversify, generate passive income, and build long-term wealth.In this episode of RealDealChat, Jack Hoss sits down with Tom DuFore, founder of Big Sky Franchise Team, to unpack how real estate investors are leveraging franchising in ways most people have never considered.Tom covers:How investors are pairing franchises with mixed-use and multifamily propertiesUsing service franchises (junk removal, carpet cleaning) as a direct lead source for distressed propertiesThe flood of private equity and venture capital into franchising and what it means for early investorsWhy franchise success rates and independent business success rates may surprise youThe 3 questions to ask before franchising your own businessWhy deviating from the system always costs you, backed by real dataHow franchising royalty income mirrors passive income in real estateNew business startups now exceeding 500,000 per month nationally and what that trend meansThe biggest bottleneck for growing service businesses and how Tom's team solved itThis episode is essential for:Real estate investors looking to diversify outside of propertyBusiness owners wondering if their model is franchisableInvestors with commercial or mixed-use properties looking for strong franchise tenantsEntrepreneurs who want a proven system instead of starting from scratchIf you've ever wondered whether franchising could be your next wealth vehicle, this episode will open your eyes.

This week on bigcitysmalltown, Bob Rivard sits down with two guests at the podcast studio at Our Lady of the Lake University — a first for the show. Don Graham is the retired chairman and publisher of The Washington Post Company, whose family also owned Newsweek Magazine, where Bob worked as a war correspondent and later chief of correspondents in the 1990s. Dr. Abel Antonio Chávez is the 10th president of Our Lady of the Lake University, a position he has held since July 2022. A first-generation, first-in-family college graduate and son of immigrants, he went from Front Range Community College to a BS in mechanical engineering, an MBA, and a PhD in civil and environmental engineering, and built a career partnering with local governments and universities across the globe on community-based energy and emissions accounting.Graham came to campus as a commencement speaker. The visit grew out of his decades-long commitment to college access — work rooted in Washington, DC, where the city's lack of a state university system means students pay out-of-state tuition everywhere they apply.They discuss:How Our Lady of the Lake has served San Antonio's most economically challenged students for 130 years — and what it takes to sustain that mission todayDr. Chávez's path from a Denver neighborhood to a top engineering school he couldn't afford, a pivot to community college, and eventually the presidency of a university in a neighborhood that looks just like the one he grew up inHow Don Graham's time as a beat cop in Washington, DC after Vietnam shaped his understanding of what college access actually meansThe federal scholarship program Graham helped push through a unanimous Republican Congress in 1998 to help DC students afford collegeWhat Graham witnessed as an early Facebook board member — and what it taught him about giving young people real responsibilityThe sale of The Washington Post to Jeff Bezos in 2013, why it happened, and what Graham thinks of the paper todaySan Antonio's deep economic and cultural ties to Mexico — and how tariffs are affecting the local auto manufacturing economyWhat it means to be an optimist about American democracy after decades at the center of Washington lifeRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶ 149. How AlamoPROMISE Continues Expanding College Access for San Antonians — Stephanie Vasquez, Chief Program Officer for Alamo Promise, on what it takes to make college accessible to every Bexar County high school graduate — and what the program has learned from serving more than 30,000 Promise scholars.GET THE NEWSLETTER

In this episode of the Mystic Dog Mama podcast, I'm joined by Shamanic Dog Trainer, Tamryn Fudge, for a deeply expansive conversation exploring what becomes possible when we move beyond behavior modification, and begin relating to dogs through connection, cooperation, nervous system awareness, and deeper listening.Together, we explore the space where science and soul meet in our relationships with dogs. From modern dog culture and the limitations of compliance-based approaches, to intuition, regulation, energetic awareness, and ancient wisdom traditions - this conversation invites us to reconsider not only how we work with dogs… but how we live alongside them.Tamryn shares how her path evolved from veterinary medicine into dog training, animal communication, and then into a more relational and shamanic approach. She shares what she has learned through her work with dogs, humans, and Peruvian shamanic lineage teachings. We discuss the difference between compliance and cooperation, what dogs may be communicating beneath behavior, and how our own nervous systems, emotional patterns, and presence shape the relationship far more than many of us realize.We also dive into the realities of living with challenging dogs - reactivity, fear, sensitivity, overwhelm - and the profound ways these experiences can become portals into our own healing, self-awareness, and transformation.This episode is not about abandoning science or practical support. It's about widening the lens and asking deeper questions. It's about remembering that dogs are not simply beings to manage, but conscious participants in relationship.Inside this conversation, we explore:What “shamanic dog training” actually meansThe difference between compliance, cooperation, and connectionWhy behavior is often communication, not simply something to stop or fixHow dogs respond to our nervous systems, emotional states, and presenceWhat modern humans may be missing in our relationships with dogsHow challenging dogs can become catalysts for growth and healingTamryn's experience studying within a Peruvian shamanic lineageWhat ancient wisdom traditions can teach us about relationship, healing, and interconnectionHow to begin listening to your dog differently in everyday lifeWhy deep connection with dogs begins within ourselvesWhether you're navigating challenges with your dog, longing for a deeper relationship, or simply curious about what dogs might be helping us remember in this moment in time, this conversation offers a grounded yet expansive perspective on living in partnership with our dogs.Connect with Tamryn:https://tamrynfudge.caConnect with me:Website: https://mysticdogmama.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/mysticdogmamaCome join my free Facebook group, First Light. It's my sanctuary where soulful dog mamas like you find clarity, confidence, and connection https://facebook.com/groups/fetchfirstlightDisclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease, or replace medical guidance. Please speak with your veterinarian.

Why Eating More Is the Secret to Losing Fat (And Why It Feels Wrong at First)If you've been eating less, training harder, and still not seeing results this episode is for you.The truth is, chronic under-eating slows your metabolism, disrupts your hormones, and actually makes fat loss harder over time. And for most women, eating MORE is the missing piece...but getting there isn't easy.In this episode we'll cover:Why your body fights back when you try to increase calories (and what that actually looks like)What the scale doing when you first eat more and what it really meansThe signs that the process IS working, even when it feels like it isn'tHow to increase calories strategically without gaining unwanted fatWhy protein is your best friend through this entire processThe step-by-step approach to reverse dieting and retraining your metabolismIf you're stuck in the cycle of losing weight only to regain it, feeling softer despite eating less, or watching your energy and sleep suffer your body is telling you something. It's time to stop fighting it.This is the episode that changes how you think about food forever.

Send us Fan MailWhat if the most important thing that was supposed to happen this week… didn't? Not because God didn't show up — but because you didn't recognize the moment when He did. In this week's Midweek Motivation, Jess sits down with Rita — former atheist of 13 years and now one of the most spiritually tuned-in people you'll meet — for a powerful, honest conversation about hearing God's voice, stepping into His nudges, and what happens when we explain them away.Discover:How a 13-year atheist heard God's voice for the first time on an ordinary Sunday morningWhy knowing Scripture is the foundation for recognizing God's voiceThe "quiet persistence" test — the clearest sign God is actually speakingHow to tell the difference between God's nudge and your own thoughtsWhy intellectualizing and debating pushes you away from obedienceA real-time story of a late-night call that came straight from the Holy SpiritThe Esther 4:14 principle and what "such a time as this" really meansThe simplest prayer for hearing God: "Speak, Lord, your servant is listening"Reflection paragraph: God is still speaking. He still nudges. He still calls ordinary people into extraordinary moments. The question was never whether He's talking — the question is whether we're listening, and whether we'll move when He moves us. Some of the most important assignments of your life are hiding behind a quiet thought you keep brushing off. Don't explain it away. Stay in the Word, stay close, and when the nudge comes — go.Key Takeaways:God's voice always lines up with His Word and His character — no exceptionsFamiliarity is everything; you recognize the voice you spend time withQuiet persistence is one of the clearest signs God is speakingDebating and "logicking it out" is how we lose the momentDon't ask "why me?" — God chose you because you're uniquely positioned for thisEven if you miss the nudge, God will still work. But you miss the privilege of being used.The simplest response you can give is: "Speak, Lord, your servant is listening" — and then actually listenQuestion for you to think about: When was the last time you felt a quiet, persistent nudge from God — and what did you actually do with it?Calls to Action: If this conversation hit you, do three things: hit subscribe so you never miss an episode, share this with one person who needs to hear it, and drop a comment telling us about a time you obeyed (or missed) a nudge from God. We read every one.LINKS & RESOURCES: SUBSCRIBE to always see our content and let us reach more people for Jesus: https://www.youtube.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx?sub_confirmation=1 Give to support this ministry and help us reach people all around the world: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/giveSTAY CONNECTED: Website: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westsidecommunitychurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx#MidweekMotivation #WestsideCommunityChurch #HearingGodsVoice #HolySpirit #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney #SpiritualDiscernment #ChristianDiscipleship #SuchATimeAsThis #SpeakLord #ChristianGrowth #FaithInAction #PortlandChurch #JesusFollower #BiblicalTeaching

The fallout from WrestleMania is already getting REAL… and things got heated fast.In this episode of Gorilla Talk Podcast, we break down the latest drama coming out of WrestleMania weekend — including reports of fan harassment, talent safety concerns, and a wild situation involving Damian Priest stepping in to help WWE talent escape fans before a tense CM Punk hotel confrontation.We're diving into:What REALLY happened post-WrestleMania

What if the world isn't collapsing—but transforming?In this episode, Geoff Eido sits down with author, futurist, and poet Aubrey Morgan Yee to explore the deeper meaning behind global instability, the evolution of consciousness, and how we can actively participate in shaping a more beautiful future.Aubrey shares the story behind her book Our Beloved Futures, revealing a unique writing process that blends spirituality, academia, and poetic insight. Together, they dive into the collapse of outdated systems, the rise of new paradigms, and why emotional intelligence, connection, and love may be the most important tools for navigating what's ahead.This is a powerful, wide-ranging conversation about the future of humanity—and the inner work required to meet it.

300 episodes.This one is different. This one is personal. This one is the reason everything else exists.In EP 300 I'm sharing the story I've never quite told like this before — why Encourage Over Everything™ exists, what encouragement actually saved me from, and why learning to clap for yourself is the most important thing you will ever do.WHAT WE'RE GETTING INTOThe real reason Encourage Over Everything™ exists — and the loss that started it allWhy encouraging yourself is not toxic positivity — and what it actually meansThe applause distinction — what to do when it's not at the volume you wantWhy your self talk is either building your life or quietly tearing it downWhy nobody lives at the finish line — and why loving your days IS the dreamThe woman who encourages herself before the results arrive — she is unshakeable when they doTIMESTAMPS00:00 Episode 300 Milestone01:23 Subscribe and Join02:36 Mom Loss Story04:12 Encouragement Defined05:00 Quiet Applause Seasons07:29 Self Talk Builds Life08:42 Process Is Dream10:57 Fruit Is Coming12:20 Free Session Invite13:00 Self Love Two Step14:55 300 Episode Reflection17:41 Permission to Cheerlead18:47 Thank You and Share19:59 Final Crown On QueenTHE SELF LOVE 2 STEPStep 1 — Accept Your Divine Timing Place your hand on your heart and receive this: I am exactly where I am supposed to be. The applause is coming. And until it arrives at the volume I want — I will be my own loudest cheerleader. My timing is divine. What's mine is already mine.Step 2 — Connect To The Best Of Who You Are Declare her out loud: I am the woman who encourages herself first. I am the woman who talks up to herself even on the hard days. I am the woman who loves her days — not just her milestones. I am the woman who will always Encourage Over Everything.Step 3 — The YOU Step Get still. Get quiet. Ask yourself: What is my heart telling me to do next? That is your next right aligned step. Not the whole plan. Just the next move. Trust her. She already knows.▶️Continue the conversation on YouTube!

Cravings. Anxiety. Weight that won't shift, no matter what you do. These are not failures of discipline or willpower — they are messages from a nervous system trying to protect you from something it learned was dangerous, sometimes decades ago. In this deeply personal episode, Monica Bravo shares her story of using food for self-love and self-soothing in relationships where she didn't feel enough, and explains the exact body-based mechanism behind why these patterns persist even when we understand them intellectually. This episode is for the woman who has done all the work, and something is still there. And for the practitioner who has watched this pattern in her clients and known, quietly, that something hasn't been reached yet.In this episode:Why cravings, anxiety, and weight are protection responses — not personality flawsMonica's personal story: using food for self-love during relationships where she didn't feel enoughWhy some women's bodies literally build weight as armor — and what it meansThe mechanism: how a nervous system stores a charge and builds a strategy around itWhy insight, clearing, and willpower cannot fully release a somatic chargeWhat root-level release actually looks likeConnect with Monica: Instagram: @themonicabravo — DM the word READYResources:Soul Retrieval book by Monica Bravo: AmazonStop the Snack 20-min hypnosis: https://www.themonicabravo.com/stopsnackinghypnosisWebsite: themonicabravo.com

What's real when it comes to mediumship… and what's just noise?In this honest, eye-opening, and deeply expansive episode of the High Vibin' It Podcast, Kelsey Aida and Lynnsey Robinson sit down with psychic medium and teacher Courtney Dawson to explore the truth about mediumship, the spirit world, and what ethical spiritual work actually looks like.Courtney shares her journey of being aware of the spirit world from a young age, followed by a powerful awakening in her early 30s that led her to fully step into her work as a professional medium and teacher. She explains the importance of ethical, evidential mediumship — and why discernment is more important than ever in today's saturated spiritual space.Together, they dive into how mediumship really works, the biggest red flags to watch out for online, and why not every intuitive gift needs to become a business. They also explore the role of boundaries, consent, and nervous system safety when connecting with the spirit world.From spirit guides and ancestral energy to grief, healing, and personal experiences with loss, this episode blends grounded wisdom with spiritual insight — reminding you that your connection to the unseen world can be supportive, empowering, and deeply personal.If you've ever been curious about mediumship, unsure who to trust, or wondering if you have intuitive gifts of your own, this conversation offers clarity, reassurance, and a refreshing dose of truth.✨ What You'll Discover:What “ethical and evidential mediumship” really meansThe biggest red flags to watch out for when choosing a readerWhy fear-based messaging is a major warning signHow mediums should bring evidence, not ask leading questionsWhy boundaries and consent are essential in spiritual workThe truth about whether anyone can develop mediumshipHow intuitive gifts can be learned, strengthened, and refinedThe difference between psychic abilities and mediumshipWhy you don't have to turn your gifts into a businessHow spirit guides and teams support you behind the scenes✨ Want more?In the extended Patreon episode, Courtney pulls cards for the community, channels intuitive guidance, and shares deeper energetic insights on manifestation, gratitude, and alignment. We also continue the conversation and connect more personally with our community. Come hang out with us.Join us on Patreon for early access, longer episodes, oracle card readings, and behind-the-scenes content—all for just a few bucks a month. The first 50 members get a FREE Manifestation Toolkit when we hit our goal!

You've been told your labs look “normal”…But you still don't feel like yourself.Low energy. Hormone shifts. Weight that won't budge. Gut issues that come and go.So you try the next supplement… the next diet… the next routine.And you're still left wondering…What am I missing?In today's episode, Dee Davidson is breaking down exactly how functional health testing and a root-cause approach can help you stop the cycle of guessing—and finally start understanding what your body actually needs.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why your symptoms are not random (and what they're trying to tell you)How traditional labs can miss early imbalancesWhat “test, don't guess” really meansThe exact functional labs used to uncover root causesHow personalized protocols are built based on your unique bodyWhy healing is not about doing more—but doing the right things in the right orderHow This Can Help YouIf you've been:Doing “all the right things” but still feel offStruggling with midlife hormone changesFeeling stuck, frustrated, or confused about your healthThis episode will help you start connecting the dots and understanding what your body has been asking for.Because your body isn't broken.It's communicating.Ready for Next Steps?If this resonated with you, here are a few ways to go deeper:Book a Consulthttps://calendly.com/confidentlyloveyourself/discovery-sessionLet's talk through your symptoms and next best steps:

Retirement doesn't always look the way we planned… now what?In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we're having a real conversation about what retirement actually looks like when life takes a different path. Sheri shares her journey of stepping away from work to care for their mom—and how that meant giving up savings and starting over later in life. Randy opens up about still working, not by choice, but because financial struggles and health challenges made retirement feel out of reach.We also talk about what so many people are experiencing today:• Living on Social Security• Working longer than expected• Rising costs, including insurance• Moving in with family• And redefining what “retirement” really meansThe truth is—retirement isn't one-size-fits-all anymore.If you've ever found yourself wondering, “Is this really what retirement is supposed to feel like?”You're not alone.

Retirement doesn't always look the way we planned… now what?In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we're having a real conversation about what retirement actually looks like when life takes a different path. Sheri shares her journey of stepping away from work to care for their mom—and how that meant giving up savings and starting over later in life. Randy opens up about still working, not by choice, but because financial struggles and health challenges made retirement feel out of reach.We also talk about what so many people are experiencing today: • Living on Social Security • Working longer than expected • Rising costs, including insurance • Moving in with family • And redefining what “retirement” really meansThe truth is—retirement isn't one-size-fits-all anymore.If you've ever found yourself wondering, “Is this really what retirement is supposed to feel like?” You're not alone.

“You don't build a great business by becoming someone else… you build it by becoming more of who you really are.”In this episode of the Marketing Boost Solutions Podcast, Capt. Marco Torres sits down with Sid Mohasseb, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, professor, and advisor to Fortune 500 leaders, to challenge everything you've been taught about entrepreneurship. This isn't about more tactics, more hustle, or another growth hack. It's about shifting how you see yourself, your business, and the decisions you make every day.Sid introduces the concept of activated mindfulness—a powerful blend of awareness and action that helps entrepreneurs evolve, stay authentic, and avoid the hidden traps of success. From identity and burnout to decision-making and continuous growth, this conversation will change how you approach business and life.If you're building something meaningful and don't want to lose yourself in the process… this episode is for you.Connect with Sid:

Listen on your podcast app:                    Resources Of This Episode: Interested in working with me? Schedule a free consultation call here.  Not sure where you stand in your business?Take “The Time Is Now” quiz here.Still refining your niche?Listen to this episode on how to choose the right niche and attract clients here.Want to see how positioning works in real life?Listen to Katie's story and how she turned clarity into clients here.Ready to strengthen your market research? Start with these resources:Learn what questions to ask in a client survey here.Explore 7 practical research tips to find your ideal clients here. Summary Of This Episode: Click here to find the blog article Click here to read the episode transcript   Chapters: [00:00] The Challenge of Standing Out in a Noisy World [01:17] Why Positioning Matters More Than Ever [02:09] The Hidden Cost of Weak Positioning [04:41] The Positioning & Messaging Test [05:23] What Positioning Really Means [07:19] Pillar 1: The Transformation You Need to Define [10:57] Pillar 2: The Language Your Clients Actually Use [13:10] Pillar 3: The Power of Your Big Why [16:30] Pillar 4: Why Consistency Changes Everything [18:16] Pillar 5: What Makes You Truly Stand Out [21:55] The Positioning Formula: Craft Your Statement Getting noticed today is harder than ever… even if you're great at what you do. Because it's not about visibility anymore. It's about clarity. If people don't immediately understand why you are the right person for them, they move on. And that's where most solopreneurs get stuck—not because they lack expertise, but because their positioning isn't clear enough to cut through the noise. So you keep showing up. Posting more. Trying different strategies… But nothing really clicks. In this episode, I break down why your positioning might be holding you back—and what needs to shift for your message to finally land. Because you don't need to do more. You need to be clearer. If you're ready to stand out, attract the right clients, and become the go-to expert in your field… this is the episode for you! What you will learn: Why positioning matters and what it truly meansThe 5 essential pillars of strong positioning that attract your ideal clientsA practical exercise to clarify your positioning and craft a clear, compelling statement Find this episode on YouTube:  [embed]https://youtu.be/2vm5smYQCdQ?si=YVpyqGlO1xwEo4sE[/embed] Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:             

How many “no's” should it take before you finally hear a “yes”?If every rejection feels personal, this episode will change how you see your acting career. Most actors quit too early because they don't understand the numbers behind success.When you don't track your work, it's easy to feel stuck, confused, or not good enough.In this episode, you'll discover:Why rejection is not about you - and what it really meansThe simple number system working actors use to stay confidentHow tracking your progress can show you exactly what to fixListen now to take control of your acting career and finally understand what your “no's” are leading to.Email: martin@cityheadshots.comWebsite: https://www.martinbentsen.comAdditional Resources:Headshots: https://www.cityheadshots.comShoot Footage for Your Reel: https://www.actorscreenershoot.comEdit Footage Into a Reel: https://www.demoreelsnyc.comThis show dives deep into the world of acting in film, exploring the journey of movie acting with stories, building confidence among aspiring actors, navigating auditions and productions, and offering insights from acting agents, coaches, and the challenges of becoming SAG-AFTRA eligible to advance your acting career, skills, and landing roles.

From Invisible to Influential: Mastering Brand Clarity with Sapna PierouxWhat makes a speaker visible, memorable, and trusted in a crowded marketplace?In this episode of Professional Speaking, John Ball sits down with Sapna Pieroux, personal and business brand consultant, author, and speaker, to explore what brand clarity really means for speakers, experts, and business leaders who want to stand out for the right reasons.They unpack the difference between brand and branding, why simply "being authentic" is often not enough, and how to think more intentionally about the way you show up without becoming fake or performative. Sapna shares her VISION framework, explains why your public persona needs curation, and offers practical advice on building trust, visibility, and consistency over time.The conversation also covers reputation, styling, personal values, social media behaviour, networking, follower counts, and why real-world relationships still matter more than most people want to admit.John closes the episode with an important reminder for content creators and speakers alike: your audience usually needs to hear your core message more than once, and repetition is not laziness. It is part of clarity.In this episodeWhat "brand clarity" actually meansThe difference between brand and brandingWhy speakers need to think about how they are seenHow to curate your professional persona without becoming inauthenticWhy trust depends on alignment between what you do, say, and showHow to use aspirational brands without simply copying peopleWhy consistency matters more than novelty for visibilityWhat to do when you feel invisible onlineWhy 100 ideal connections beat a million empty followersHow comments, DMs, and meaningful interaction can increase visibilityWhy bookers should care about more than follower countThe importance of showreels, testimonials, and real-life relationshipsWhy your audience needs to hear your message more than onceKey ideas from the conversationBrand is the whole experience. Branding is only the visual expression of it. Your website, photos, positioning, communication, and behaviour all contribute to how people experience you.Authenticity still needs intention. You do not need to show every part of yourself to be genuine. Speakers need to curate the aspects of themselves that best serve the audience and the message.Trust is built through alignment. If what you say, what you do, and what people see do not match, trust erodes quickly.You do not need to copy others, but you should study them. Sapna recommends identifying aspirational brands and looking closely at how they show up, communicate, and build visibility.Your message probably needs repeating. Most speakers get bored with their message before their audience does. Repetition helps people understand, remember, and trust what you stand for.Visibility is not just a digital game. Networking, in-person relationships, and being in the right rooms still matter. Sometimes a real connection beats a polished post.Memorable lines"Brand is the whole experience.""Branding is how we make it visually tangible.""We can't put our whole messy self out there.""People connect with people.""It's better if you are connected with a hundred of your ideal clients rather than a million empty followers and bots.""You are always more at risk of getting bored with your message before your audience does."About Sapna PierouxSapna Pieroux is a personal and business brand consultant, author, and speaker who helps entrepreneurs and business leaders clarify who they are, stand out in their industry, and grow their businesses. She is the author of Let's Get Visible and shares insights on branding, visibility, and business growth.Resources and linksConnect with Sapna Pieroux on LinkedInSapna's book: Let's Get VisibleSapna's platform: BrandVisions.aiSubscribe to John Ball's LinkedIn newsletter: Serious About SpeakingListener takeawayIf your work deserves more attention than it is currently getting, the answer may not be to become louder, stranger, or more online. It may be to become clearer, more consistent, and more intentional in how you show up.CHAPTERS00:00 Show Introduction01:17 Meet Sapna Pieroux01:50 Brand Clarity Framework03:42 Visualize Your Brand06:06 Customer Vision Legacy06:59 Brand Versus Branding10:34 Curated Authentic Persona14:02 Values And Trust Signals15:10 Who You Associate With17:16 Building Reputation Visibility18:21 Do Say See Alignment18:51 Consistency Builds Trust19:51 Values And North Star21:09 Study Aspirational Brands22:00 Repeat The Message22:50 Market Need Disconnect24:31 Fab Brand Aha Moments27:39 Start Small Engage Social29:39 Beyond Follower Metrics33:11 Role Models And Inspiration35:35 Where To Connect Next36:21 Closing Takeaway RepeatVisit https://strategic-speaker.scoreapp.com to take the 2-minute Strategic Speaking Business Audit and find out what's blocking you from getting more bookings, re-bookings, referrals and bigger fees. There's a special surprise gift for everyone who completes the quiz.Want to get coached for free on the show? Fill in the form https://forms.gle/mo4xYkEiCjqtz9yP6, and if we think your challenge could help others, we'll invite you on.For speaking enquiries or to connect with me, you can email john@presentinfluence.com or find me on LinkedInYou can find all our clips, episodes and more on the Present Influence YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PresentInfluenceThanks for listening. Rating the show 5* on Spotify helps their algo recommend the show, so please take a moment to follow the show and leave a rating.

The coaching industry is facing a brutal reality: everything that used to work is being replaced—fast. With AI now capable of delivering frameworks, strategies, and even “good questions” for $29/month, the bar has been raised beyond recognition. What's left isn't information. It's embodiment.In this unfiltered conversation, Kellan sits down with Beverly and Tarek to unpack what AI is really doing to coaching—and why most coaches won't survive unless they evolve.Key Takeaways:How AI is transforming coaching from tools to deep personal integrationWhy “average coaching” is being completely evisceratedThe difference between talking about something vs. living itHow AI helps develop your authentic voice—and exposes the lack of oneThe rise of “Super You”: building an AI-enhanced identity systemWhy human intuition, emotion, and presence still matterThe dangerous illusion of “human connection” as a safety netThe three barriers destroying coaches:Head-in-the-sand denialThe massive increase in the “ante”Avoidance of deep personal growthWhy most people will choose AI over coaches—and what that meansThe future of coaching: embodiment, consciousness, and lived truth

If your housekeeping routines keep falling apart, the problem isn't your discipline. It might be your checklist.In this episode, we break down why traditional cleaning routines fail in real family life — and what actually works instead. Register for the free workshop:The 3 Rs of Meaningful Housework

Megan O'Neill is a physician associate who spent years in clinical practice before finding her calling at the intersection of diabetes care and psychology. While working at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Megan discovered the work of leading diabetes psychology researchers and it changed her entire practice, her perspective, and her passion. That foundation eventually led her to Abbott Diabetes Care, where she has spent the last eight years advocating for the emotional and psychological side of living with diabetes to be treated with the same seriousness as the clinical data.In this conversation, Lauren and Megan dig into what diabetes distress actually looks like day to day — the exhaustion, the isolation, the feeling of doing everything right and still not getting the results you hoped for. They talk about why it often goes unrecognized in clinical care, how it differs from depression, and why a good A1C doesn't always mean you're okay. They also explore how CGMs can both reduce and sometimes complicate our emotional relationship with diabetes and what it actually takes to move the needle when distress is high.WHAT WE COVER:What diabetes distress really is, how it differs from depression, and why it is still significantly underutilized as a screening tool in clinical careWhy people with an A1C under 7 can still score in the moderate to high range on the diabetes distress scale and what that actually meansThe unequal energy exchange of T1D: putting in the effort but not getting the results, and why that cycle is so defeatingHow CGMs have overwhelmingly helped reduce distress and the honest acknowledgment that alarms and constant data can also add to it for some peopleWhat the research actually says about what helps most when someone is not reaching their diabetes goals: it is not just education or medication management aloneThe one tangible step you can take in the next 24 hours if any of this conversation resonated with youWHAT'S NEXT:

How do you actually hear God's voice, see in the spirit, and know Him deeply?In this episode of What the Prophets Say, Matt Johnson is joined by Karyn Stuart and Amanda Atkinson for a rich conversation on what it means to move beyond formulas and into real relationship with God.Using John 10:27 as a key foundation, this episode explores the difference between simply knowing that God speaks and actually learning to listen, linger, and recognise His voice. The conversation also touches on spiritual sight, prophetic maturity, distraction, and why God is looking for people who will dwell with Him, not just rush to get an answer.This episode will help anyone who has ever asked:How do I hear God more clearly?Why do I struggle to recognise His voice?How do I grow in seeing in the spirit?What should I do when I feel like I've lost something spiritually?In this episode, we cover:What John 10:27 really meansThe difference between instant sight and lingering with GodWhy relationship matters more than formulasHow distraction can dull spiritual sensitivityWhat to do if you feel like you've lost spiritual sightHow God restores what feels blocked or shut downWhy maturity means asking God “why” before actingKey takeawayYou do not need a perfect formula to hear God. You need real relationship. God wants sons and daughters who know His voice, listen deeply, and stay close enough to recognise Him.Download the Power TV app for more resources at PowerTV.app.

Is it Time to Eat More Plants? with Vicki Brett-GachWith so many conflicting diet trends—from keto to carnivore to plant-based—it's no wonder people feel overwhelmed about what to eat.In this episode of Smart Women Talk, host Katana Abbott sits down with certified vegan lifestyle coach, culinary instructor, and author Vicki Brett-Gach to cut through the noise and explore a simple question: Should we be eating more plants? Vicki shares her personal journey from a traditional American diet to a plant-based lifestyle, inspired by her family's health history and a desire to improve long-term wellness.Together, they dive into:The real impact of food on chronic disease and inflammationWhy dairy (especially cheese) can be surprisingly addictiveThe role of gut health and the microbiome in overall wellnessWhat “whole food plant-based” actually meansThe most nutrient-dense foods you should be eating (hint: greens and beans)How to transition your diet—without overwhelmPractical tips for eating healthy at home, while traveling, or dining outWhether you're plant-curious or ready to make a change, this conversation will give you clarity, confidence, and a realistic path forward—one plate at a time.Vicki Brett-Gach is a Master-Certified Vegan Lifestyle Coach, plant-based culinary instructor, certified personal chef, and author of The Plant-Based for Life Cookbook. She holds certifications in Wellness Counseling from Cornell University, Plant-Based Nutrition from the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, and Culinary Coaching through Harvard Medical School and the Institute of Lifestyle Medicine.Vicki's recipes and expertise have been featured in Forks Over Knives Magazine, Health Science, VegWorld Magazine, and Global Vegan Magazine. Through her coaching and classes, she helps individuals and groups transition to a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle with practical, approachable strategies that support long-term health.You can connect with Vicki and explore her recipes at her popular blog, Ann Arbor Vegan Kitchen.

Welcome back to Called to Create! In this deeply inspiring episode, hosts Scott and Darla Brandley sit down with BYU business professor, author, and Praiseworthy Award winner BJ Allen to explore a powerful and often overlooked aspect of the Savior's atonement—His compensating power.BJ shares the story behind his book, The Compensating Power of Christ: How the Atonement Rights the Wrongs of an Unfair World, and how a single line of doctrine sparked years of study, reflection, and ultimately a published work that is touching lives. From writing chapters in the parking lot during his kids' soccer practices to experiencing profound spiritual insights, BJ offers a relatable and faith-filled perspective on how Christ is involved in our everyday lives.Together, they discuss how the Savior not only strengthens and forgives—but also compensates for life's unfairness, our personal weaknesses, and even the shortcomings of others that affect us. This conversation is filled with hope, practical insight, and a renewed understanding of how deeply personal and present Jesus Christ truly is.Whether you're navigating a difficult season or simply seeking to deepen your relationship with the Savior, this episode will leave you feeling seen, uplifted, and reminded that nothing in your life is beyond Christ's reach.Key Topics DiscussedWhat “the compensating power of Christ” really meansThe inspiration behind BJ Allen's bookWriting a book in the middle of a busy family lifeHow Christ compensates for our personal weaknessesHow Christ makes up for the impact of others' imperfectionsFinding peace in life's unfair and painful experiencesRecognizing God's hand—often in hindsightStrengthening your relationship with Christ through small, daily habitsAdvice for aspiring writers, especially in the faith-based spacePersonal Takeaway:One of the most powerful reminders from this episode is that Jesus Christ is not distant—He is actively involved in the details of our lives. Even when we don't see it in the moment, His grace is working to compensate, strengthen, and restore. Often, it's only in looking back that we recognize just how present He has been all along.Resources & Links:The Compensating Power of Christ by BJ Allen (available at Deseret Book and Amazon)Learn more or connect with BJ: bjallen.netFollow, Share & Stay Inspired:If this episode uplifted you or gave you a new perspective, don't keep it to yourself—share it with a friend or loved one who may need this message.Be sure to follow Called to Create so you never miss an episode filled with faith, creativity, and purpose.And if you enjoyed this conversation, we'd love your support—leave a review or rating to help more listeners discover the show and be inspired.

Retail earnings season just wrapped, and the headlines are telling one story while the data tells another. Consumer sentiment is dismal. Tariffs are squeezing margins. Geopolitical uncertainty looms. Yet average retail revenues grew 7-9% in Q4, and consumers keep spending. How do you reconcile these contradictions? Simeon Siegel, Senior Managing Director at Guggenheim Securities and one of Wall Street's most data-driven retail analysts, cuts through the noise with a simple philosophy: "The first thing I look at is revenues. Because it's very easy to conflate growth rates with revenue sizes."In this episode of The Retail Pilot, Ken sits down with Siegel to dissect what's really happening in retail beyond the sentiment surveys and macro doom-scrolling. From Nike's "dying" $47 billion business to Gap's viral comeback, from the D2C myth to why NPS scores should be banned from boardrooms, Siegel brings his signature contrarian analysis backed by hard numbers. This isn't about feelings—it's about what consumers are actually doing with their wallets, which stocks are positioned to win, and why the retail industry's most cherished beliefs might be leading CEOs astray.In this episode you'll learn:Why consumer spending remains strong despite abysmal consumer sentiment—and what that divergence really meansThe revenue vs. narrative disconnect: How Nike can be "dying" with $47-49 billion in salesWhich retail subsectors are winning and losing in the K-shaped economy (hint: it's a market share story, not a demographic one)Simeon's top stock picks for 2026: Why he's bullish on Nike, TJX, Ross, Birkenstock, Planet Fitness, and CapriThe real impact of tariffs on Q4 earnings: What retailers passed through vs. what they absorbedWhy Gap Inc.'s comeback under Richard Dickson is working—and whether it's sustainable beyond the hypeThe one KPI Simeon wants banned from retail boardrooms: Net Promoter Score (NPS) and why it misleads executivesWhy "D2C is not all it's cracked up to be": The data-driven case for wholesale distributionHow the Iran conflict could impact consumer spending, gas prices, and petroleum-based athleisure costsThe department store survival blueprint: What Macy's, Nordstrom, and off-price retailers are getting rightWhy TJ Maxx's lack of e-commerce is actually an asset for moving premium brand inventory "invisibly"Don't forget to subscribe to The Retail Pilot podcast for more conversations with retail industry leaders and visionaries shaping the future of commerce.If you missed our last episode, where Terry Lundgren (former Macy's CEO) and Jan Rogers Kniffen dissect the Saks Global bankruptcy, predict the future of department stores, and reveal why some retailers will survive while others won't, be sure to tune in.Connect with Ken:-Follow Ken Pilot Ventures on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Text us a comment or question!What if up to 40% of dementia cases could be prevented — not with drugs, but with daily lifestyle choices?In this powerful episode of The Over 50 Health & Wellness Show, I sit down with molecular biologist and AI health innovator Thoryn Stephens, Founder & CEO of BRAIN.ONE, to unpack the real science behind brain health, longevity, and sustainable optimization after 50.We go beyond hype and dig into what actually moves the needle when it comes to protecting your cognition, extending your health span, and building a strong, capable body and mind for decades to come.In This Episode, We Cover:1. The Lifestyle Levers That Could Prevent 30–40% of DementiaBased on emerging global research, including insights from The Lancet 2024, we discuss:Why nutrition is foundational for brain healthThe role of strength training and physical activityHow sleep impacts cognitive declineWhy stress and social isolation matter more than you thinkThe surprising impact of hearing and vision health2. The #1 Longevity Hack (Hint: It's Not a Supplement)If you're looking for the single most powerful lever for brain health, Thoryn says it's this: Sleep.We discuss:Why sleep deprivation accelerates agingHow alcohol affects heart rate variability (HRV) and recoveryWhy measuring your sleep can change your behaviorHow to optimize without becoming obsessive 3. Measure What Matters: Wearables & Health Tracking After 50“You can't manage what you don't measure.”We break down:How wearables like Garmin, Oura, and Apple Watch can guide behaviorWhat HRV actually tells youHow small data insights lead to big long-term changesThe danger of letting data run your life 4. Peptides, GLP-1s & The Wild West of Longevity MedicinePeptides are everywhere right now. But are they miracle solutions — or risky trends?We cover:What peptides actually areThe difference between research and prescription peptidesMicrodosing GLP-1s and what it meansThe regulatory gray zoneWhy most doctors aren't trained in this space 5. AI, Brain Optimization & The Future of HealthWe explore:How AI is being used in brain-computer interfacesThe potential (and risks) of uploading health data to AI platformsWhat “Mindspan” means — and why it mattersWhy the future of health is hyper-personalizedBut here's the twist…Despite all the high-tech innovation, Thoryn keeps coming back to the basics. 

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Episode 11This week on the Fire & Steel Podcast we ended up going somewhere we didn't expect — as usual.We talk about:The rise of AI and where it's genuinely useful (and where it's just hype)How social media is changing — againMeta's shifting tools, ad options, subscriptions, verification, and what it all actually meansThe balance between building audience and selling your soul to the algorithmThe state of politics in America and how it influences global conversationMedia narratives, outrage cycles, and digital tribalismWe also wrestle with bigger questions:Is AI empowering creators or replacing them?Are platforms helping small businesses — or trapping them?Has social media made politics louder but less thoughtful?And where does personal responsibility sit in all of it?It's not a rant. It's not a manifesto.Just three blokes trying to think clearly in a noisy world.Support us at Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/fireandsteelpodcast or buy our merch tshirts stickers  Find us athttps://www.instagram.com/fireandsteelpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/murrillforge/          www.murrillforge.com Email info@murrillforge.co.uk Onur  https://www.instagram.com/diesineveryfilm/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/user/DiesineveryfilmChris https://www.instagram.com/full_steam_designs/Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/chrispowellfsd

The Supreme Court kills Trump's tariffs — so he made new ones. The SAVE America Act passes the House and takes direct aim at your right to vote. Prince Andrew is arrested in the Epstein saga while the DOJ tries to look away. Social Security Administration is now feeding ICE appointment data. Ring wants to surveil more than just your dogs, with new information coming out post their disastrous Super Bowl ad. South Korea sentences its former president to life for insurrection. RFK Jr. made a weird video with ole Kid (Rock) Budweiser. It's another week in America. We are sadly here for all of it!Big TopicSCOTUS rules Trump tariffs are illegalThe tariffs are dead. Long live the tariffsThey live again!!!!News You NeedSAVE Act's status and what it meansThe real voter fraud in GeorgiaCBS give Texas Rep. James Talarico the ole Streisand Effect via Stephen Colbert interviewBrendan Carr doing other Brendan Carr thingsIRAN!!!!This week in Epstein NewsDOJ says they will be moving on from the Epstein FilesPrince Andrew charged and arrested in relation to Epstein revelationsLes Wexner gave a deposition about his Epstein connections and no Republicans showed up for itRep. Neal Dunn's potential early retirement could end the GOP majority in the HouseSouth Korea sentences former president to life in prison for attempting an insurrectionTo the shock of no one - dogs were just the first step in surveillance for RingFast Corruption and even Faster Screw-upsSSA is being directed to give appointment schedules to ICETrump admin trying to block states from regulating prediction marketsGlyphosate is back on the menu, boys!What's Dumber, A Brick or A Republican?The Brainworm and Kid Budweiser made a weird video togetherLook Forward is a weekly progressive political podcast covering U.S. politics, government policy, Democratic strategy, elections, voting rights, Supreme Court rulings, and political news. Featuring progressive commentary, political analysis, and unapologetic opinions on the fight for democracy. Hosted by Jay and Brad. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

High-risk pregnancies are rising — and the need for specialized maternal care has never been greater.Dr. Kathryn Berryman, board-certified OBGYN and maternal-fetal medicine specialist, sits down with Allison Walsh and shares her journey from military physician to high-risk pregnancy expert serving women and families at AdventHealth for Women. After earning her medical degree at the University of Maryland and completing residency at Brooke Army Medical Center, she deployed to Iraq as an active-duty Army physician before pursuing fellowship training in maternal-fetal medicine at The Ohio State University.Today, Dr. Berryman cares for women navigating complex pregnancies, including medical complications, multiples, fetal concerns, and high-risk postpartum recovery. Her work extends beyond clinical care — she is deeply committed to teaching the next generation of physicians and advancing whole-person women's healthcare.This conversation explores:Why high-risk pregnancies are increasingWhat maternal-fetal medicine really meansThe future of prenatal testing — including genetics and proteomicsThe importance of postpartum and fourth trimester careHow telehealth is expanding access to specialized pregnancy careBalancing motherhood, marriage, and medicineThe role of confidence in high-achieving womenDr. Berryman's perspective blends clinical excellence, military service, and lived experience as a working mother — offering wisdom for women navigating both ambitious careers and family life. Learn more about women's healthcare services:https://adventhealthforwomen.com/ Connect with Dr. Kathryn Berryman:https://www.adventhealth.com/find-doctor/doctor/kathryn-berryman-md-1225249568 Connect with Allison:Instagram → @allisonwalshWork with Allison: Ready to turn your story into a service-driven brand that opens doors and expands your impact? 

In this episode I'm joined by leadership expert, speaker and author Helen Beedham to explore what really keeps people in organisations.Helen returns to the podcast to talk about her new book, People Glue, and the research behind it. We dig into how to create a working environment where people feel able to do their best work, stay engaged, and choose to stay — even when other options are available.In this episode, we explore:What People Glue really meansThe paradox at the heart of retention: why giving people more freedom often makes them more likely to stayThe four freedoms people want at workHow to tell if your team or organisation is truly “sticky”Practical, low-risk ways leaders can offer more freedom while maintaining clarity and accountabilityWhat leaders can do to protect morale and people glue during restructures and periods of changeHow individuals can reflect on their own experience of freedom at work and take more control of their careersHelen also shares practical examples from organisations that are getting this right, including simple leadership practices that build trust, psychological safety, and connection - without losing focus on results.This is Influence & Impact for Leaders, the podcast that helps leaders like you increase your impact and build a happy and high performing team. Each episode delivers focused, actionable insights you can implement immediately, to be better at your job without working harder.Work with Carla:1:1 Leadership Coaching with Carla – get support to help you get your voice heard at work and develop your career. Book a discovery callAbout Helen BeedhamHelen Beedham, MA Cantab, is an organisational expert, business book author, speaker and host of The Business of Being Brilliant podcast. Her first book 'The Future of Time: How ‘re-working' time can help you boost productivity, diversity and wellbeing' was named People, Culture & Management Book of the Year at the Business Book Awards, and her second book 'People Glue: Hold on to your best people by setting them free' was published in January 2026.Helen advises business and HR leaders on creating a positive culture that fuels growth; helps teams to deliver more and have more fun; and coaches executives to become their sharpest, brightest best. She speaks publicly about the future of work and is regularly featured in national, business and HR press including the FT, Financial News, Forbes, FastCompany and HR Review.Helen's websiteHelen on LinkedInThe Business of Being Brilliant podcast

Last week marked World Cancer Day, and in this episode, Molly revisits an important—and often misunderstood—topic: the relationship between alcohol and cancer.This is not a new conversation, and it's not a reaction to headlines. Instead, it's part of an ongoing commitment to helping you understand the science well enough to make informed, intentional choices about alcohol—without fear, shame, or all-or-nothing thinking.One reason this topic continues to matter is a striking gap in awareness: while nearly 90% of adults recognize smoking as a cancer risk, fewer than half realize that alcohol is also classified as a carcinogen Project 1 (50). That lack of awareness makes informed choice difficult—and that's what this episode aims to address.In this episode, you'll learn:Why alcohol is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen, and what that designation actually meansThe seven types of cancer that are clearly linked to alcohol use, including breast cancerHow alcohol increases cancer risk at a biological level (acetaldehyde, inflammation, hormones, and nutrient disruption)Why alcohol research in humans is mostly observational, and what that means for how we interpret the dataThe critical difference between relative risk and absolute risk—and why this distinction mattersWhat experts mean when they say there is “no safe level” of alcohol for cancer riskHow to think about cancer risk through an Alcohol Minimalist, harm-reduction lensKey takeaways:Alcohol does increase cancer risk, but risk is dose-dependent and cumulative, not absolute or immediateRelative risk headlines often sound scarier than the actual, absolute numbersYou do not need perfection—or abstinence—to meaningfully reduce riskReducing frequency, quantity, and duration of drinking patterns mattersAlcohol Minimalism is about reducing unnecessary exposure, not eliminating all riskThis episode is about clarity, not commands. Science isn't here to scare you—it's here to inform you.If you've ever felt overwhelmed by alcohol and health messaging, this episode offers a calmer, more grounded way to understand the risks and decide what feels right for you.As always, choose peace.Resources mentioned:TIME Magazine article on alcohol and cancer riskCDC information on alcohol-related cancersAlcohol Minimalist framework for informed, harm-reduction decision makingIf this episode was helpful, consider sharing it with someone who would appreciate a thoughtful, non-alarmist conversation about alcohol and health.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this urgent conversation, immigration attorney Allen Orr—the first Black president of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and founder of Orr Immigration Law Firm—breaks down what's really happening with ICE enforcement across the country.We discuss:The truth behind "Operation Metro Surge" and mass raidsWhy 75,000 people with NO criminal record were arrestedWhat happened to the 2 US citizens killed in MinneapolisChildren are being detained and separated from their familiesThe profit motive behind private detention centersDeaths in ICE custody (32 last year alone)Practical know-your-rights information everyone needs RIGHT NOWWhat to do if ICE shows up at your door, stops you on the street, or pulls you overResources for undocumented folks, DACA/TPS holders, green card holders, and US citizensWhy this affects ALL Black communities—not just immigrantsThe connection between immigration enforcement and voting rightsWhat the "self-deportation" program really meansThe bigger picture: what's the actual endgame?This is information your family needs. Your neighbors need. Your congregation needs.Listen. Share. Protect each other.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/teach-the-babies-w-dr-david-j-johns--6173854/support.

Jenny D returns to Transcending Sport for a powerful conversation about what it really takes to develop the mental side of athletic performance.In this episode, Rob and Jenny dive deep into the psychology of peak performance, using compelling clips from coaching legend Gino Auriemma and the vulnerable testimony of basketball star Hailey Van Lith to explore why the mental game is often 80% of the battle.Topics covered:Why elite coaches train athletes beyond their comfort zone (the Gino Auriemma philosophy)Hailey Van Lith's powerful story of struggle, self-reflection, and asking "Who are you?"The difference between being "teamy" vs. self-absorbed in team sportsWhy elite athletes have elite parents—and what that really meansThe danger of caring too much about what others think (FOPO)Jenny's 8-session mindset program and the tools athletes need to execute under pressureProcess over outcome: Why focusing on results is killing your performanceThe importance of pre-game mental routines (and why most athletes skip them)How coaches can build authentic connections that make athletes run through wallsCore values and self-discovery exercises every athlete needsJenny D shares insights from her Certified Sports Psychology practice and introduces her new online course, "The Game Changer Playbook," created with her childhood best friend Gina from Beyond the Scoreboards.If you're a coach, parent, or athlete looking to strengthen the mental side of performance, this conversation will give you practical tools and a fresh perspective on what separates good from great.Connect with Jenny D:Website: jennydmindset.comInstagram: @jennydmindsetEmail: jenny@jennydmindset.comNew Online Course: gamechangerplaybook.com

What if the real crisis isn't a lack of money—but where we choose to spend it?In this episode, Kellan sits down with jazz musician and global peace advocate Rick Della Ratta, founder of Jazz for Peace, to expose a truth few people are willing to confront: world peace receives effectively 0% funding, while trillions are poured into war.Rick shares how a poem written on 9/11 turned into a 25-year global movement, how over 850 causes have been supported at zero cost, and why music may be one of humanity's most underutilized tools for raising consciousness and creating real change.This is not theory.This is a working model.And it challenges everything we think we know about power, money, and impact.Key TakeawaysWhat “0% funding for world peace” actually meansThe difference between funding war and funding healingHow Jazz for Peace supports causes without upfront moneyThe “empowerment tree” fundraising modelMusic as a tool for raising human consciousnessWhy humanity is “living way below its potential”Legacy, elders, and passing truth across generationsWhy peace doesn't need permission to begin

Venture capital sounds flashy — but what is it really, and who is it actually for? In this episode, we sit down with Mark Phillips, Founder and Managing Partner at 11 Tribes Ventures, to break down venture capital in plain language.Mark explains what venture capital is (and what it isn't), when raising money makes sense, when it doesn't, and why giving up ownership too early can be a costly mistake. This is a must-listen for founders, entrepreneurs, and business owners curious about scaling the right way.Topics CoveredWhat venture capital actually is (without the jargon)The difference between investors, angel investors, and venture capitalWhen raising capital makes sense — and when it doesn'tWhy raising money isn't the same as business successHow venture capital firms evaluate founders and businessesWhat “scalability” really meansThe importance of timing when raising capitalWhy equity is more valuable than most founders realizeAbout Our GuestMark Phillips is the Founder and Managing Partner of 11 Tribes Ventures, a venture capital firm that invests in founders and businesses poised for exponential growth. Mark works closely with entrepreneurs to help them scale responsibly and intentionally.Level Up Labs Event InfoThis conversation is part of Level Up Labs, a four-hour, in-person workshop built to help entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders level up how they grow and lead.

What does it really take to reinvent your life, not once, but twice?In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Rachel Joy Baribeau, award-winning storyteller, former national sportscaster, and founder of the I'm Changing the Narrative movement, a program that's reached athletes, prisons, corporations, police departments, and even the NFL.Rachel opens up about the spiritual journey behind her success, the trauma she's overcome, the courage it took to walk away from a 17-year sportscasting career, and the moment she realized she was meant for something deeper.This episode is about healing, reinvention, identity, and the truth that the hardest moments in life often become the very things that shape us.In this episode you'll learn:Why Rachel left a dream sportscasting career at its peakThe moment that forced her to confront her true purposeWhat “changing the narrative” really meansThe mental health habits that transformed her lifeWhy men struggle emotionally, and how to fix itHow trauma can become the foundation for your callingWhy gratitude and awe are superpowersHow to find your own purpose, spark, and alignmentLike this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominatorTimestamps:00:00 – Welcome & Intro01:40 – Rachel's Roots: Raised by Strong Women02:30 – Discovering Communication & Realizing Journalism Wasn't for Her03:15 – Auburn Beginnings & Becoming a Diamond Doll04:00 – Finding Her Calling in Sports Media05:10 – The Grind: 17 Years of Hustling in Sports06:40 – Gratitude for the First Career & Transitioning to a Second Act07:40 – Positivity, Mindset & The Physics of Possibility08:20 – The Jaguars Story: Turning Distraction Into Purpose10:50 – The Moment She Knew It Was Time to Leave Sportscasting11:45 – The LSU Player Encounter That Changed Everything13:55 – The Birth of “I'm Changing the Narrative”14:40 – 10 Years of Impact: Colleges, NFL, Customs, LAPD, Prisons & More15:50 – Purpose, Frequency & Becoming a Vessel17:00 – Seeing the World With Awe: The “Alien Mindset”17:30 – The Universal Human ThreadFollow Rachel: https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/ @rachelbaribeau https://www.instagram.com/rachelbaribeau/ 

What if the way you finish this year is the very thing that determines how powerfully you step into the next one? In this episode, I'm breaking down a truth most entrepreneurs overlook: January doesn't erase December — it magnifies it. And if you're an ambitious agent, leader, or entrepreneur, you are not behind. You're right on time to finish strong.I'm sharing the exact mindset shifts, year-end systems, and CEO-level moves that will help you clean the clutter, close the loops, reconnect strategically, and protect your energy so you can enter 2026 with clarity and momentum. This episode is your permission slip to stop hustling blindly and start finishing intentionally — on your terms.If you're tired of crawling into January feeling scattered, stressed, or drained, this conversation will change how you close your year forever.