Podcasts about MID

Mid-career partners can begin quietly wondering whether they should stay where they are or explore a move. This isn't driven by crisis or failure. It's driven by subtle shifts, such as declining energy for a platform that once fit well, strategy drift inside the firm, client relationships that feel different, or internal politics that have grown wearisome. Yet most partners stall making a decision because they don't want to make the wrong call and the ambiguity keeps them stuck. In today's episode, I walk through the five stages I see that partners typically move through when confronting the stay-or-go question: detecting early signals without overreacting, running a true cost-benefit audit, separating fact from extreme thinking about portability, pressure-testing the market and assumptions, and exploring parallel stay and go plans.  I share the specific diagnostics I suggest partners consider, the risks partners often underestimate, the structural problems that rarely improve with time v. the irritations that can usually be changed, and how to evaluate the potential options through financial, client-continuity, and cultural-stability filters. If you're a partner feeling the need to examine your place in your practice or platform, this episode helps you approach that crossroads with clarity, data, and control. At a Glance 00:00 Why mid-career partners begin questioning whether to stay or go 02:44 Stage 1: Quiet doubt and the early signals partners tend to overlook 03:54 A three-question diagnostic for evaluating how to initially frame what may be going on  05:39 Stage 2: The cost-benefit audit and quantifying what staying v. going actually buys you 07:18 How politics, write-offs, and strategic stagnation erode partner value 08:42 Distinguishing temporary irritations from structural misalignment 10:10 Stage 3: Counterfactuals and why partners get stuck in best-case and worst-case assumptions 10:55 Reality-checking which clients would follow you and which would not 11:24 How to quietly stress-test the market without signaling intent 12:37 Stage 4: The real risks of leaving: portability, client transfer, compensation, and culture 14:19 Identifying what must change for you to stay, and how to design parallel stay and go plans 15:35 The three filters for evaluating any move: financial survivability, client continuity, and cultural stability 16:25 Stage 5: Why this decision can feel like an identity crisis and how to regain agency Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Do you enjoy listening to Big Law Life?  Please consider rating and reviewing the show! This helps support and reach more people like you who want to grow a career in Big Law.  For Apple Podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast here!  For Spotify, tap here on your mobile phone, follow the podcast, listen to the show, then find the rating icon below the description, and tap to rate with five stars. Interested in doing 1-2-1 coaching with Laura Terrell? Or learning more about her work coaching and consulting? Here are ways to reach out to her: www.lauraterrell.com  laura@lauraterrell.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauralterrell/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraterrellcoaching/  Show notes: https://www.lauraterrell.com/podcast

There is no denying that 2025 has been a doozy for women and anyone carrying a marginalized identity.  AND… I'm seeing midlife women step into a completely new season of power, clarity, and momentum. We are the backbone of everything strong and sustainable, including our companies, our communities, and our families. For decades, we've been the stabilizers, culture shapers/shifters/carriers, and trust-builders, and now organizations and society are finally waking up to the value of lived experience, emotional intelligence, and the quiet leadership skills we've built while carrying so much.  There is a growing recognition that our wisdom isn't just nice to have, it's our essential secret sauce, what sets us apart, what gives us undeniable collective power, and what is critically needed in workplaces, community organizations, and all sectors of government. We are also seeing a movement in reinvention. Mid-life women are moving up, out, around, and into what actually fits. We're starting businesses, staking a claim, demanding appreciation, and refusing to shrink or settle. This is happening while we're in the middle of a full-blown Health Revolution. We are normalizing perimenopause and menopause care, nervous-system support, rest, play, and renegotiating the division of caregiving labor in all environments. We're leading this shift, no longer just whispering about it in the shadows, and it's changing how we work, lead, and live.  And maybe the most powerful shift of all? Our confidence is starting to come from authenticity over performance. We're tired of proving, perfecting, and pleasing. Showing up real, grounded, values-led, a little quirky, and deeply human is becoming the new leadership standard women are setting for ALL. We're reframing our struggles as strengths—whether that's caregiving experience, neurodivergence, or navigating perimenopause. This matters because there is real momentum available to us if we pay attention.  This episode will inspire you to think differently about your power, take bold action, and ask yourself a few critical questions to inform your 2026 decision-making. Links Mentioned: [Open Enrollment] Join Sara's Aligned Leadership Incubator: saradean.com/aligned Hire me to speak: saradean.com/speaking Coach with me: https://saradean.com/executive-coaching-services Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saradeanspeaks Watch Shameless Leadership episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@saradeanspeaks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's topics: • Mid-life crisis • Feeling washed in your 40s • Enjoying work • People being impressed by cars • Is renewable energy effective • Landman and its creator Taylor Sheridan • The 50 Cent, Diddy Netflix documentary • The difference between the community • 300 deals • 2pac's SA conviction not prominent in history • Salah's controversy with Liverpool Connect with us at & send your questions & comments to: #ESNpod so we can find your comments www.esnpodcast.com www.facebook.com/ESNpodcasts www.twitter.com/ESNpodcast www.instagram.com/ESNpodcast @esnpodcast on all other social media esnpodcast@gmail.com It's important to subscribe, rate and review us on your apple products. You can do that here... www.bit.ly/esnitunes

Could this be peak Frank? Sinatra at the Sands captures the energy, the cool, and the incredible voice that made this crooner so iconic. Backed by the Count Basie Orchestra with arrangements by a young Quincy Jones, this live album still swings 60 years later!Sinatra at the Sands was recorded at a moment when Sinatra was emerging from a slump. Rock and roll dominated the airwaves, the Beatles were redefining popular music and crooning just wasn't cool anymore. But this album, recorded live in Vegas, shows a 50-year-old Frank sounding loose, confident, and completely at home in front of a band that swings like nothing else. Listen with us as we break down and react to the best of this swingin' album.Start your free Open Studio trial for ALLLLL your jazz lesson needs: https://osjazz.link/yhi   00:00 - Intro Jam: Fly Me To the Moon01:35 - The Sinatra-Basie Episode!03:45 - Is This Peak Frank?05:45 - The Mid-60s Culture Shift07:45 - "Come Fly With Me" 12:00 - The Quincy Influence14:45 - "I've Got You Under My Skin"17:30 - What To Listen For22:30 - "The Shadow of Your Smile"26:20 - Freddie Green's "Chunking" Technique28:15 - Sinatra's Vocal Gift33:30 - "Street of Dreams"35:50 - "One For My Baby (And One More for the Road)"38:40 - "Fly Me To the Moon"45:00 - "One O'Clock Jump"49:50 - Desert Island Tracks54:05 - Apex Moments59:05 - Categories1:03:20 - Coming Up Next Week

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Dolphins writer Alain Poupart joins to discuss Miami's four-game winning streak and preview their Monday Night Football matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers, praising Devon Achane, rookie Jonah Savaiinaea, and leader Jordyn Brooks. Mid-interview, a dropped call and crossed lines create a funny on-air moment with a random woman briefly joining the conversation. We also dive into the Dolphins' recent play, with Tua Tagovailoa happy winning even without throwing often, Joe's take on Mike McDaniel's play calling, and the team's strong defensive and special teams play. Miami's running game, defensive takeaways, and overall execution set the stage for a big test in Pittsburgh.

Dolphins writer Alain Poupart joins to discuss Miami's four-game winning streak and preview their upcoming Monday Night Football clash with the Steelers. He praises Devon Achane, highlights Jonah Savaiinaea as the team's most improved rookie, and applauds Jordyn Brooks for his standout play and leadership. Mid-interview, things get a little chaotic when the call drops, lines get crossed, and a random woman briefly joins the conversation, creating a funny moment on air

Welcome to the DFO Rundown with Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp!We start the show with breaking news out of Edmonton as they addressed their goaltending acquiring Tristan Jarry. The move was shocking as they gave up Stuart Skinner, a second, and Brett Kulak. Can Jarry solidify the Oilers crease?The New Jersey Devils have slid down the Eastern Conference standings since the Jack Hughes injury. Jake Allen and Jacob Markstrom have had major issues in goal after Allen started hot this year. A discussion of if the Devils could win the Metro, has now turned into a discussion on if they can make the playoffs. Sam Montembeault and Jakub Dobes have struggled behind a defensive unit that is still going through growing pains. Jacob Fowler looked spectacular in his NHL debut stopping 36 of 38 shots in a 4-2 win. Can Fowler take the reigns of the Canadiens' crease?The Winnipeg Jets have struggled without Connor Hellebuyck and in the ultra-competitive Central Division, have the Jets slid out of the playoff picture in the West or can they claw back into a wildcard spot? Want to hear more from Jason and the entire DFO team? Subscribe to our YouTubeYou can get involved with all the NHL futures action over on bet365 by using the promo code NATION at bet365.comConnect with us on ⬇️TwitterInstagramWebsiteDaily Faceoff MerchLogan Cooley will be out for at least eight weeks, and the Utah Mammoth might be at risk of missing the playoffs again after a soaring start. Is Andre Tourigny on the hot seat or will the Mammoth make a trade to shake up the room? Bo Horvat had a scary fall in the Islanders game and early rumours say he'll only be out short-term. Will Horvat be in contention for a spot on Team Canada if healthy and can the Islanders keep rolling if their star forward is out long-term?Injuries have plagued the Tampa Bay Lightning this season, but they're still atop the Atlantic Division. Brayden Point has had a down year so far in Tampa, but could a hot stretch be on the horizon for the Lightning center? Brandon Bussi has been a great story for the Carolina Hurricanes as he is 10-1-0 in his 11 starts. Picked up off of waivers, Bussi proves the goaltending position's volatility and unpredictably. Will Bussi be the answer for the Hurricanes' postseason goalie struggles?Connor McDavid was on a "slump" but over his last four games he's kicked it into high gear. The Art Ross race between McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon is now heating up. The line shake-up in Edmonton has sparked the Oilers captain's offensive fire.Pat joins the show for another edition of Fill in the Blank:The next big name on the move is ____ or the next team to make a move is ________ will finish last in the NHL this seasonAt +240 to make the playoffs the Skinner/Jarry trade ____ their chances Mid-season goalie trades are not common, but how will the Skinner/Jarry trade play out for both teams? Gregor believes the Oilers are still in the market for another goalie before the deadline. Will Skinner resign in Pittsburgh for less than Jarry was making? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hour 2 of the Friday Bob Rose Show, on what Texas Republicans are saying is “the gift that keeps on giving the whole year.” Will the state see through the chaos that is Jasmine Crockett, as she runs for the US Senate? Mid-tern concerns, and all the morning's biggest stories for 12-12-2025

Click HERE to learn how to earn $10K/month in rental income & access 50% discount on RTR Academyhttps://landing.renttoretirement.com/evg-masterclass-replayThis episode is sponsored by…BLUPRINT HOME LOANS:Get pre-approved with one of RTR's preferred lenders athttps://bluprinthomeloans.com/renttoretirement/BAM Capital:Get access to premium real estate assets with BAM Capital. Rent to Retirement's preferred multifamily partner.https://bamcapital.com/rtr/In this episode of the Rent To Retirement Podcast, hosts Adam Schroeder and Zach Lemaster sit down with real-estate investor and full-time firefighter Karl, who shares a remarkable journey shaped by life-changing events, disciplined action, and the pursuit of financial freedom. His story is a powerful roadmap for anyone balancing a W-2 job while building a real estate portfolio.Karl reveals how he:• Turned a triplex into a profitable mid-term rental• Scaled into Airbnb using systems, cleaners, and automation• Leveraged bonus depreciation to offset W-2 income• Built a deal pipeline through consistent networking• Navigated a difficult syndication loss—and what every investor must learn from it• Closed a fix-and-flip using none of his own money• Plans to grow into boutique hotel investingWhether you're a new investor, a W-2 earner seeking financial independence, or someone considering short- or mid-term rentals, Karl provides actionable insight, transparency, and motivation to take the next step.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Introduction to Karl & his investing journey00:39 – Karl's first deal: Triplex → MTR opportunity 01:57 – The life-changing event that shaped his “why” 03:34 – Becoming a firefighter & treating real estate as a side hustle 05:16 – Closing multiple deals & using real estate as a safety net07:15 – How STR owners can deduct against W-2 income with bonus depreciation08:31 – Mid-term vs short-term rentals & building systems for automation10:06 – Cleaners, maintenance teams & messaging automation tips11:49 – Pivoting into Airbnb & how professional design doubled bookings13:56 – Increasing ADR & turning $1,000–$1,200 rents into $2,300–$3,000/mo18:33 – Karl's syndication experience: vacancies, management issues & loss22:20 – Risks of syndications vs owning real estate directly27:17 – How to analyze deals without paralysis30:22 – Advice for W-2 workers getting started31:43 – Building skills, using mornings, and finding mentors33:21 – The value of networking & how it led to funding a deal overnight38:02 – Karl's 2025–2026 market outlook39:31 – What's next: Boutique hotels & scaling STR operations40:55 – Closing thoughts & how to share your story on the podcast

Life in Transition:If you are a successful man in mid-life who has checked all the right boxes, is good at pleasing others, but you are feeling lonely, unfulfilled, and asking yourself, “Now what?”, the MLTM Community provides authentic connection where you realize you are not alone,  you can share your suffering and celebrations, gain vision and clarity, get outside your comfort zone, grow, connect to your joy, make decisions, and find and start living your grand adventure and purpose.   Live your life without regrets.  Learn more about the Mid-life Transition Mastery here: www.lifeintransition.online.What happens when your father's dying words become your life's mission?  Miles Spencer, founder of Reflekta.ai, shares how he transformed grief into Soul Tech—technology that bridges generations through fully interactive digital legacies. Eight years after losing his father Arthur, Miles can now have spontaneous conversations with him again. "When you can reconnect, you'll have me for the rest of your life," his father told him. That promise seemed impossible—until six months ago. Miles reveals the emotional journey of building Reflekta in just seven months, discovering that early users weren't interested in tech specs—they were crying. "If not us, who?" became his rallying cry. His story challenges us to consider: what legacy will we leave behind?Miles Spencer is CEO and founder of Reflekta.ai, a Soul Tech company that bridges generations through fully interactive digital legacies. A multi-exit entrepreneur, investor, and storyteller, he is the author of the Amazon bestseller A Line in the Sand, founder of Kayak for a Cause, and former co-host of PBS's MoneyHunt. Miles has spent his career at the intersection of media, technology, and human-centered narrative. With Reflekta, he is pioneering a new way for families to preserve voice, memory, and values—turning stories into dynamic, spontaneous connections that endure across lifetimes.About The Show:  The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we're given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.In This Episode:  (00:00) The Universe's Plan Wasn't My Plan(05:27) If Not Us, Who? If Not Now, When?(17:56) When Users Started Crying(20:35) MidLife Transition Mastery Ad(34:05) First Time Texting With Dad(45:18) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad  (46:51) Daughter's Bedtime Stories With Grandfather(59:32) The Church Is Within YouLike, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.Resources:Miles Spencer:Company Website: https://reflekta.ai/podcastMain Reflekta Site: https://reflekta.aiPersonal Blog: "Miles to Go" - https://milesspencer.com (also: miles Spencer.com)LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miles-spencer/Email: [Contact through Reflekta.ai website]Email Art BlanchfordLife in Transition WebsiteLife in Transition on IGLife in Transition on FBJoin Our Community: https://www.lifeintransition.online/My new book PURPOSEFUL LIVING is out now. Order it now: https://www.amazon.com/PURPOSEFUL-LIVING-Wisdom-Coming-Complex/dp/1963913922Explore our website https://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025. 

In this year-end special, hosts Brian Phillips and Derek Cohen sit down with Brad Johnson, Senior Reporter & Managing Editor at The Texan News, to recap the biggest political stories of 2025 and what they mean heading into the 2026 cycle.From the unexpected twists in the Texas Senate race, to the fallout of mid-decade redistricting, to the biggest legislative wins and disappointments, this episode covers it all. We also unveil our Politician of the Year and Texan of the Year awards.3:35 – Hot Take: Jasmine Crockett jumps into the 2026 Senate race9:10 – DLCC targets the Texas House for 202611:43 – Democrats field candidates in every statewide/federal race13:11 – Why Dems still struggle to build a top-tier slate16:20 – 2025 Legislative Session recap: Was 2025 the most conservative Texas legislative session ever?18:38 – Biggest wins of the year: Burrows, bail reform, ESAs, border23:42 – Biggest disappointments: energy, tariffs, healthcare messaging31:07 – Biggest story of 2025: Mid-decade redistricting; the THC fight and its ripple effects35:10 – Under-the-radar wins: DEI enforcement & agency elimination44:25 – Politician of the Year awards55:19 – New Year's resolutions for 2026

Click HERE to learn how to earn $10K/month in rental income & access 50% discount on RTR Academyhttps://landing.renttoretirement.com/evg-masterclass-replayThis episode is sponsored by…BLUPRINT HOME LOANS:Get pre-approved with one of RTR's preferred lenders athttps://bluprinthomeloans.com/renttoretirement/BAM Capital:Get access to premium real estate assets with BAM Capital. Rent to Retirement's preferred multifamily partner.https://bamcapital.com/rtr/In this episode of the Rent To Retirement Podcast, hosts Adam Schroeder and Zach Lemaster sit down with real-estate investor and full-time firefighter Karl, who shares a remarkable journey shaped by life-changing events, disciplined action, and the pursuit of financial freedom. His story is a powerful roadmap for anyone balancing a W-2 job while building a real estate portfolio.Karl reveals how he:• Turned a triplex into a profitable mid-term rental• Scaled into Airbnb using systems, cleaners, and automation• Leveraged bonus depreciation to offset W-2 income• Built a deal pipeline through consistent networking• Navigated a difficult syndication loss—and what every investor must learn from it• Closed a fix-and-flip using none of his own money• Plans to grow into boutique hotel investingWhether you're a new investor, a W-2 earner seeking financial independence, or someone considering short- or mid-term rentals, Karl provides actionable insight, transparency, and motivation to take the next step.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Introduction to Karl & his investing journey00:39 – Karl's first deal: Triplex → MTR opportunity 01:57 – The life-changing event that shaped his “why” 03:34 – Becoming a firefighter & treating real estate as a side hustle 05:16 – Closing multiple deals & using real estate as a safety net07:15 – How STR owners can deduct against W-2 income with bonus depreciation08:31 – Mid-term vs short-term rentals & building systems for automation10:06 – Cleaners, maintenance teams & messaging automation tips11:49 – Pivoting into Airbnb & how professional design doubled bookings13:56 – Increasing ADR & turning $1,000–$1,200 rents into $2,300–$3,000/mo18:33 – Karl's syndication experience: vacancies, management issues & loss22:20 – Risks of syndications vs owning real estate directly27:17 – How to analyze deals without paralysis30:22 – Advice for W-2 workers getting started31:43 – Building skills, using mornings, and finding mentors33:21 – The value of networking & how it led to funding a deal overnight38:02 – Karl's 2025–2026 market outlook39:31 – What's next: Boutique hotels & scaling STR operations40:55 – Closing thoughts & how to share your story on the podcast

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:31:00 +0000 https://jungeanleger.podigee.io/2829-kapitalmarkt-stimme-at-daily-voice-martina-geisler-ey-sieht-fur-osterreich-eine-solide-ipo-pipeline-bei-small-mid-caps-sowie-spin-offs 3591bbfdf170785e19aad819c7febd0a kapitalmarkt-stimme.at daily voice auf audio-cd.at: Laut EY IPO Barometer legte die Zahl der IPOs in 2025 weltweit um zwei Prozent auf 1.259 (Vorjahr: 1.240) zu. Das Emissionsvolumen steigerte sich um 32 Prozent auf rund 163,3 Mrd. US-Dollar. Im vierten Quartal 2025 gingen weltweit 347 Unternehmen an die Börse – ein Rückgang von fünf Prozent im Vergleich zum Vorjahresquartal (366). Dagegen stieg das Emissionsvolumen um 15 Prozent auf 51,7 Mrd. US-Dollar. Der weltweit größte Börsengang des Jahres war die chinesische Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd mit rund 5,3 Mrd. US-Dollar Emissionserlösen. Der größte europäische IPO fand im vierten Quartal statt: Das Schweizer Unternehmen Verisure erzielte fast 4,2 Mrd. US-Dollar. In Deutschland war die Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA mit einem Emissionsvolumen von rund 865 Mio. US-Dollar der größte Börsengang – zugleich auch mit rund 5 Mrd. US-Dollar Marktkapitalisierung am IPO-Tag der wertvollste deutsche Neuzugang. Martina Geisler, Partner und Leiterin IPO bei EY Österreich ist für das kommende Jahr zuversichtlich: „Für das kommende Jahr sehen wir vorsichtigen Optimismus – vorausgesetzt, das makroökonomische Umfeld entwickelt sich stabil. In Europa gibt es eine umfangreiche Pipeline mit vielen Unternehmen, die auf ein passendes Marktfenster warten. Für den deutschen Markt rechnen wir 2026 mit einem Potenzial von bis zu zehn IPOs aus unterschiedlichen Segmenten – vom Mittelstand über Großunternehmen bis hin zu Private-Equity-Exits und Wachstumsunternehmen. Auch in Österreich ist eine solide Pipeline erkennbar, insbesondere im Mid- und Small-Cap-Segment sowie bei potenziellen Spin-offs. Wir gehen davon aus, dass 2026 – abhängig vom Marktfenster – mehrere KMU-Listings sowie selektive größere Transaktionen möglich sind.“ Unser Ziel: Kapitalmarkt is coming home. Täglich zwischen 19 und 20 Uhr. kapitalmarkt-stimme.at daily voice Playlist auf spotify: http://www.kapitalmarkt-stimme.at/spotify http://www.kapitalmarkt-stimme.at Musik: Steve Kalen: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6uemLvflstP1ZerGCdJ7YU Playlist 30x30 (min.) Finanzwissen pur: http://www.audio-cd.at/30x30 Bewertungen bei Apple (oder auch Spotify) machen mir Freude: http://www.audio-cd.at/apple http://www.audio-cd.at/spotify Du möchtest deine Werbung in diesem und vielen anderen Podcasts schalten? Kein Problem!Für deinen Zugang zu zielgerichteter Podcast-Werbung, klicke hier.Audiomarktplatz.de - Geschichten, die bleiben - überall und jederzeit! 2829 full no Christian Drastil Comm. (Agentur für Investor Relations und Podcasts)

Mid week and Jeff chats with Chris Beach & Mike Dickinson on this Happy Hump Day Edition of The Jeff Katz Show!

Mid week in Mississippi and meet Bridgid Ferguson, a Dolly Parton sound alike, although her music is different from Dolly's. Songs include I'm Not Lost, Traffic Lights, You Don't Hurt Me and a couple of holiday songs ...Lights Aglow On The Bayou and Cookie Cutter Hallmark Memory

U.S. mid-cap equities are often overlooked, but beneath the headlines of consumer weakness and market volatility, there's a more nuanced story. Portfolio manager Jeff Mo shares a bottom-up perspective on resilient—though bifurcated—consumer spending, margin surprises, and a capital expenditure boom that extends beyond AI. The discussion explores how company fundamentals, competitive advantages, and valuation opportunities are shaping portfolio decisions, with insights into sectors like defense and industrials. Jeff also addresses the impact of macro trends on stock selection, the evolving CapEx landscape, and why mid-cap valuations may offer compelling long-term potential. KEY HIGHLIGHTS: U.S. consumer spending remains resilient overall, though lower-income segments are showing more strain and deal-seeking behavior. Companies with strong competitive advantages continue to demonstrate pricing power and healthy margins, despite inflation and shifting cost pressures. The current CapEx boom is not limited to AI—reshoring, supply chain resilience, and manufacturing investments are driving activity across sectors. Market volatility in the mid-cap space has led to outsized stock reactions, creating opportunities for long-term, bottom-up investors. Defense and industrial companies, such as CACI International and ITT, are benefiting from innovation, management execution, and evolving end markets. Mid-cap valuations are reasonable relative to large-caps, with select areas appearing overlooked and offering attractive long-term return potential. Host: Rob Campbell, CFA Portfolio Manager Guest: Jeff Mo, CFA Portfolio Manager   Founded in 1974, Mawer Investment Management Ltd. (pronounced "more") is a privately owned independent investment firm managing assets for institutional and individual investors. Mawer employs over 250 people in Canada, U.S., and Singapore.  Visit Mawer at https://www.mawer.com. Follow us on social:  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mawer-investment-management/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mawerinvestmentmanagement/ 

I sat down to record a love story- ours.Not knowing I would also capture the moment it ended.This episode holds the beginning and the breaking.The tenderness and the shattering.The memory and the message.Mid-recording, a text came through that changed everything.A goodbye I wasn't prepared for.A sentence that closed a chapter I was still writing out loud.I didn't stop the mic.I didn't hide the pain.I read it- on air- and you hear me break.This isn't polished.This isn't edited.This is heartbreak happening in real time.If you've ever loved deeply,If you've ever been blindsided,If you've ever felt the floor drop beneath you. You'll hear yourself in this episode.Just a woman telling the truth about love, loss, and the moment a future disappears.This is the audio diary I never planned to record.And maybe the one I needed to.To the man- “You can fuck all the way off”Follow Jessica on IG: @jessicasmith.love

Olivia Kory, Chief Strategy Officer from Haus, walks through an 18-month review of 640 incrementality tests run by Haus to compare Meta's Advantage+ campaigns with manual setups. She explains the shift from hands-on targeting to AI-led buying, why incrementality matters more than platform-reported conversions, and how Geolift holdouts estimate true lift without user-level data. The results show a strong overall impact from Meta, but mixed performance from Advantage+ versus manual, along with signs that mid-funnel optimization can change outcomes. She ends with practical cautions on interpreting automation results and the need to test by brand. Takeaways Incrementality testing helps separate real lift from conversions that would have happened anyway. Meta tends to deliver measurable lift quickly, though attribution settings change what you see. Advantage+ performs inconsistently against manual campaigns and can skew toward low funnel intent. Mid-funnel signal engineering may broaden reach and improve omnichannel effects, but needs validation. Chapters 00:00 Overview of the research question on AI buying and outcomes. 03:10 How Meta buying moved from manual controls to automated setups. 06:05 Why incrementality matters more than reported conversions. 09:00 Geolift holdout method and cross-channel measurement. 12:10 What the wider Meta test set shows about lift and timing. 16:05 Advantage+ versus manual results and efficiency gaps. 19:20 Possible reasons for the Advantage+ pattern and open questions. 21:10 Signal engineering and mid-funnel optimization approach. 24:20 Final cautions and how to apply testing to your own brand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you would like additional information, books, or if you would like to make a love donation; please visit us at https://www.walkinginpower.orgThis section continues the study of Revelation, focusing on resolving the confusion regarding the rapture's timing (pre-, mid-, or post-Tribulation) by exploring the likelihood of two raptures for two distinct groups of believers, represented by the churches of Philadelphia (fervent, Spirit-filled) and Laodicea (lukewarm). Bern reviews Revelation 3, noting that the open door promised to Philadelphia (verse 7) and the Lord standing at the door knocking for Laodicea (verse 20) are both metaphors for a rapture or entrance (Greek: thura), suggesting different outcomes for the two types of Christians. The "open door" for Philadelphia implies an escape from the "hour of testing" (Revelation 3:10), which is interpreted by pre-tribulationists as a complete removal from the earth, though Bern notes the Greek word (tēreō) means "to keep" or "protect," suggesting God could simply guard believers on Earth. Furthermore, Bern emphasizes Matthew 24:33, which in the original Greek is translated as "he is near, right at the doors (plural)," strongly implying the existence of multiple rapture events.The core issue addressed is whether believers will face God's judgment, the "Day of Wrath," during the seven-year Tribulation. Mid- and post-tribulation proponents argue the Tribulation is merely the wrath of Satan against the church. However, Bern refutes this by citing Revelation 6:12-17 (the Sixth Seal), which occurs early in the Tribulation and clearly states that the terrified people hide from the "wrath of the Lamb" (Jesus) and the "great day of their wrath." This establishes that God's wrath begins during the Tribulation, not just at the end. The final biblical defense for avoiding the Tribulation is drawn from Nahum 1:2, which states that God "reserves wrath for his enemies." Since genuine believers are not God's enemies, they are not appointed to His wrath, reinforcing the necessity of a first rapture for the faithful (Philadelphia Church) before the full outpouring of God's judgment. Bern notes the rapture itself will be incredibly swift, occurring in 1/100th of a second.

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Donovan Pyle, CEO of Health Compass Consulting, is on a mission to revolutionize how businesses manage healthcare benefits. Drawing on experience from both the carrier and brokerage sides of the health insurance industry, he uncovers the hidden inefficiencies costing companies time and money. Donovan is also the author of the forthcoming book Fixing Health Care: How Executives Can Save Their People, Their Business, and the Economy, sharing bold strategies to transform healthcare and drive real results.Please learn more about Donovan Pyle at www.healthcompassconsulting.comOn this episode of Mr. Biz Radio, Ken “Mr. Biz” Wentworth sits down with Donovan Pyle, CEO of Health Compass Consulting, to reveal how smarter healthcare strategies can transform business performance. Donovan pulls back the curtain on hidden inefficiencies in traditional healthcare plans and shares how leaders can turn benefits from costly obligations into strategic advantages. His real-world insights make it clear: healthcare doesn't have to drain your budget—it can fuel growth.Key Takeaways:-Businesses can save significant sums, reducing waste equating to $4,000 per employee per year by addressing inefficiencies.-Obtaining unbiased advice is crucial for uncovering opportunities within the complex healthcare benefits landscape.-Businesses must focus on transparency, data analytics, and strategic alignment with broader business goals to maximize healthcare program effectiveness.-Mid-sized and smaller companies have a unique opportunity to distinguish themselves by engaging effectively with their healthcare strategies.

Scott Smith: Using MIRO to Build a Living Archive of Learning Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "We're in a servant leadership role. So, ask: is the team thriving? That's a huge indication of success." - Scott Smith   For Scott, success as a Scrum Master isn't measured by velocity charts or burn-down graphs—it's measured by whether the people are thriving. This includes everyone: the development team and the Product Owner.  As a servant leader, Scott's focus is on creating conditions where teams can flourish, and he has practical ways to gauge that health. Scott does a light touch check on a regular basis and a deeper assessment quarterly. Mid-sprint, he conducts what he calls a "vibe" check—a quick pulse to understand how people are feeling and what they need. During quarterly planning, the team retrospects and celebrates achievements from the past quarter, keeping and tracking actions to ensure continuous improvement isn't just talked about but lived. Scott's approach recognizes that success is both about the work being done and the people doing it. When teams feel supported, heard, and valued, the work naturally flows better. This people-first perspective defines what great servant leadership looks like in practice.   Self-reflection Question: How often do you check in on whether your team is truly thriving, and what specific indicators tell you they are? Featured Retrospective Format for the Week: MIRO as a Living History Museum "Use the multiple retros in the MIRO board as a shared history museum for the team." - Scott Smith   Scott leverages MIRO not just as a tool for running retrospectives but as a living archive of team learning and growth. He uses MIROVERSE templates to bring diversity to retrospective conversations, exploring the vast library of pre-built formats that offer themed and structured approaches to reflection. The magic happens when Scott treats each retrospective board not as a disposable artifact but as part of the team's shared history museum.  Over time, the accumulation of retrospective boards tells the story of the team's journey—what they struggled with, what they celebrated, what actions they took, and how they evolved. This approach transforms retrospectives from isolated events into a continuous narrative of improvement. Teams can look back at previous retros to see patterns, track whether actions were completed, and recognize how far they've come. MIRO becomes both the canvas for current reflection and the archive of collective learning, making improvement visible and tangible across time.   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

Thanks to Garmin for supporting the podcast!  00:00 Garmin ad: Jimmi's Rookie Error 01:00 Gym gains & Greggs pub 05:50 SRAM battery hack you should NEVER try 08:57 Mid-range bikes that are cool? 12:36 Campagnolo promises mid-tier groupset amidst mass lay-offs 25:40 People are angry at Specialized 31:56 Tour de France stage winner caught 5 times over drink-driving limit 32:39 4 ways we make winter fitness more enjoyable 46:56 Jimmi's £200 DIY Fluff up 49:34 Unpopular Opinion: e-shifting is for people who suck at basic maintenance 53:26 Send us your Unpopular Opinions and Questions! 53:39 FINALLY answering your important questions You can check out the video versions of the podcast, plus more videos from Cade Media here: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_Media/videos If you'd like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you'd like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.uk Thanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's conference championship week and chaos reigns on Tailgate on the Quad! Ciarnan returns and joins Kev to break down explosive coaching changes, with Lane Kiffin's dramatic LSU move front and center. The episode dives deep into the ripple effects at Ole Miss and Penn State, the fast-paced coaching carousel, and which schools came out as winners and losers. The hosts dissect playoff rankings, debate Texas, Alabama, and Notre Dame's chances, and offer bold playoff predictions.  Check out our socials: https://linktr.ee/QuadGate 0:00:00 – Welcome, shoutouts, and conference championship week intro 0:06:00 – Lane Kiffin drama and NCAA chaos 0:12:00 – Ole Miss promotes Pete Golding; coaching stability talk 0:18:00 – Penn State's coaching search struggles 0:24:00 – Coaching carousel: winners and losers 0:30:00 – Big-money contracts and Jimmy Sexton discussion 0:36:00 – Iron Bowl recap and Alabama's issues 0:42:00 – College Football Playoff rankings breakdown 0:48:00 – Playoff predictions and bold takes 0:54:00 – Conference championship betting picks 1:00:00 – Mid team season wrap-ups and the “curse” 1:06:00 – Luke Fickell's buyout list and episode close

Mid-year IEP revisions don't have to be stressful. Learn how to review student progress, adjust goals, and revise services with ease using templates and team input. Body: The holidays are approaching—and so are mid-year IEP reviews. In Episode 292 of Be The Exception, Dawn shares practical strategies for updating IEPs based on Q2 progress and real-time data. Learn how to: Know when to revise an IEP mid-year Use academic + behavior data to guide changes Collaborate with your team to make smart service adjustments Use amendment templates to save time

....and he's back! Your host Andy, Ant and Dun take a look back over the action from Thanksgiving week - Contrasting fortunes at Blackburn and Norwich - Change might do us good- The definition of insanity is making the same mistakes and expecting different results at set pieces- but at least we're not Sheffield Wednesday- 6 from 9 is a decent return - Mid table progress/mediocrity (delete as applicable)- Jeepers Keepers. - Thank you Paul Furlong (For everything)- Tylon Smith and Richard Kone (?) called up for AFCON- Save the date: 20th December QPR NYC Christmas Party - Save the dates: 23rd & 24th January - Can't say yet, but it's really really really great!- It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas (in Rockerfeller Plaza)- The Village People, Robbie Williams, Kevin Hart, Donald J Trump. Why, it must be the World Cup draw...Or a terrible wedding reception- QPR NYC failed our casting call...We have to wait for our big break- KIT KORNER: Attack of the Paperclips- Predictions. Cans opened?- Predictions. Lyndon's coming home. You know what that means...- Double the games, double the stanzas- Pies, and families and Football Factory Christmas Parties. Lovely Stuff!- Where to watch when....The December fixturesPlease rate, comment, review where ever you listen to your podcasts.PS - Thank you to the 42 of you who has QPR NYC as your top podcast in your spotify wrapped! You are all have incredible taste!

A single sentence can change a career. We open with a real-world case: a shuttle driver on SFU property tells a flagger she's “unbelievably beautiful” and suggests modelling. Security documents the exchange, the university issues a campus ban, and the employer fires him. He then pushes for the complainant's identity under FOIPPA, arguing that the decision-makers needed complete, accurate information. We walk through why FOIPPA binds public bodies but not private companies, how section 28 actually works, and why the court said disclosure wasn't required when the driver admitted the key facts. Plus, we flag the sting in the tail: special costs when you sue the wrong parties.From there, the stakes rise. Mid-trial in Vancouver, a mother asks to relocate her eight-year-old to Thailand. The judge says no on best-interests grounds. She leaves anyway, hides her location, and starts a case abroad. We explain how habitual residence anchors jurisdiction, why the Hague Convention exists to stop jurisdiction shopping, and how credibility findings—false affidavits, financial misstatements—reshape custody, support, and costs. The practical takeaway is stark: unilateral moves during active proceedings invite severe legal consequences and can fracture future parenting arrangements.We close with the Lytton wildfire class action. Plaintiffs allege a passing train ignited the fire; the defendants point to onboard video, sensors, and clean inspection data. The court certifies the case, clarifying that the standard is some basis in fact, not proof. Timing, location near the tracks, tinderbox conditions, and a supportive expert opinion clear the threshold. Certification doesn't decide liability—it ensures a fair, efficient path to test common issues, expert evidence, and causation at trial.If you value clear, no-spin explanations of how law affects real people—from campus discipline and privacy to cross-border parenting and community-scale claims—follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review telling us which case challenged your assumptions.Follow this link for a transcript of the show and links to the cases discussed.

Can you change a child's birthday because it's a bit... inconvenient for you? Content creator Indy Clinton wants us to believe she's doing just that with her "Christmas baby" and Sagittarians everywhere have thoughts. Plus, Sienna Miller is pregnant and in a negligee on the British Fashion Awards this week. At 43, Holly wants to know, is this the quintessential representation of the new era of agelessness? Also, Pilates is dead, strength training is on its way out and a mobility obsession is on its way in - but, Amelia asks, is scolding people with the "correct" exercise trends really the way to make women move? And an essay about motherhood ambivalence has Jessie pufferfishing. So, if you're not sure if you want kids, should you do it? REFERENCES, friends:If You're On The Fence About Having Kids, Don't Do It - By Zoya Patel. Dr Stacey Sims being interviewed by Holly on MID.

In her second week as CFO, Cristina Kim sat with Octaura's leadership team reviewing a three-year strategy and ambitious 2026 targets, she tells us. As the numbers appeared on the screen, her instinct was to do what she had done for nearly two decades: probe what might go wrong, stress-test assumptions, and look for what could break, she tells us. Mid-meeting, she experienced what she calls an “aha moment”—realizing she was no longer outside the story but inside it, responsible for helping the team achieve those goals, she tells us.That shift caps a career built on breadth rather than a linear ladder. Cristina began in investment banking in Hong Kong before spending 17 years in JP Morgan's strategic investments group across London and the United States, she tells us. There, she learned to sit at the center of technology innovation, translating between business needs, risk, and upside, and working closely with management teams and CFOs, she tells us. Over time, investing in Octaura and partnering with its leaders made her want to move from evaluating companies to helping build one, she tells us.Today at Octaura—an electronic trading platform and data company focused on loans and CLOs, she tells us—Cristina is applying that investor muscle in new ways. She is building frameworks for resource allocation, pushing for more granular, week-to-week metrics, and exploring how AI-enabled forecasting and internal data tools can sharpen decisions, she tells us. The discipline remains, but now it is in service of writing the story from within, she tells us.

Early winter weather has us pondering an alternate definition of “slush pile,” albeit the mucky, grey residue remaining after a city snowfall. Our Slush Pile is far more fresh, but still a wintry mix as we discuss the short story “Catherine of the Exvangelical Deconstruction” by Candice Kelsey. You might want to jump down the page and read or listen to it in full first, as there are spoilers in our discussion!   The story is set on the day of the Women's March, following 2017's Inauguration Day, but only references those events in the most glancing of ways. Instead the protagonist glances away to an array of distractions: Duolingo, a Frida Kahlo biography, a bat documentary, European architecture, banjo music, a stolen corpse flower, daydreaming, and actual dreaming. In the withholding of the protagonist's interiority, Sam sees a connection to Rachel Cusk's Outline, while Jason is reminded of early Bret Easton Ellis. The editors discuss how fiction might evoke the internet's fractioning of our attention, by recreating the fractioning or reflecting it?   We'd like to offer congratulations to Sam whose debut book of short stories, “Uncertain Times,” just won the Washington Writers Publishing House Fiction Prize. As always, thanks for listening!   At the table: Dagne Forrest, Samantha Neugebauer, Jason Schneiderman, Kathleen Volk Miller, Lisa Zerkle, and Lilllie Volpe (Sound Engineer)   Listen to the story “Catherine of the Exvangelical Deconstruction” read in its entirety by Dagne Forrest (separate from podcast reading) (Bio): Candice M. Kelsey (she/her) is a bi-coastal writer and educator. Her work has received Pushcart and Best-of-the-Net nominations, and she is the author of eight books. Candice reads for The Los Angeles Review and The Weight Journal; she also serves as a 2025 AWP Poetry Mentor. Her next poetry collection, Another Place Altogether, releases December 1st with Kelsay Books. (Website): https://www.candicemkelseypoet.com/ (Instagram): @Feed_Me_Poetry   Catherine of the Exvangelical Deconstruction Catherine's thumb hovers over Duolingo's question, her mind dim from doom scrolling, chest dead as TikTok. The green owl stares. She swears its beak is twitching.  “Got 5 minutes?”  She swipes Duo, that nosy bastard, and his taunting French flag icon away. “Non.” The apartment is dim, the air too still. Days feel hollow and unhinged, as if she's Edmond Dantès tossed off the cliff of Chatêau d'If, a brief and misplaced shell weighted to the depths of the sea. So much for learning a language to calm the nerves. Frida Kahlo's face stares from the page of a book she hasn't finished reading. “I should just return this already.” There are days she commits to her syllabus of self-education and days she resents it. Kahlo's eyes pierce her, and giving up feels like large-scale feminist betrayal—how she has shelved the artist, her wounds, tragic love, and all. But even sisterhood is too much this January 21st, and of all people, Kahlo would understand. Catherine opens her laptop and starts a documentary about bats instead. Chiroptera. A biologist with kind eyes speaks of their hand-like bones, the elastin and collagenous fiber wings. The chaos of nature is its own magic realism. She learns bats are vulnerable like the rest of us. Climate disruption and habitat loss. Plus white nose syndrome and the old standby, persecution by ignorant humans who set their caves aflame. In the documentary, there is a bat with the liquid amber eyes of a prophet. Maybe that's what this world has had too much of, she begins to consider. Mid-deconstruction of decades in the white, evangelical cesspit of high control patriarchy, Catherine sees the world as one big field day full of stupid ego-competitions like cosmic tug-a-wars. And prophets were some of the top offenders. King Zedekiah, for one, had the prophet Jeremiah lowered into a well by rope, intending he sink into the mud and suffocate. All because he warned the people of their emptiness. Her mind wanders to Prague, to art, to something far away that might fill her own cistern life. “Maybe next summer,” she whispers. “Charles Bridge, St. Vitus.” The rhythm of bluegrass hums through the speakers, enough to anchor her here, in this room, in this thin sliver of a world she cannot escape. “That could be the problem; I need to learn Czech. No, fuck Duo.” J'apprendrai le français. J'irai à Prague. Je verrai les vieux bâtiments. But then, something strange. The banjo's pluck feels different, deeper, its twang splitting the air. She Googles the history of Bluegrass, and the words tumble from the page, layering like the weight of a corpse settling into the silt off the coast of Marseille. The banjo isn't Appalachian in origin but rather West African—specifically from the Senegalese and Gambian people, their fingers strumming the akonting, a skin drum-like instrument that whispered of exile, of worlds ripped apart. American slavers steeped in the bitter twisting of scripture trafficked them across the Middle Passage, yet in the cruel silence of the cotton fields, they turned their pain into music. How are we not talking about this in every history class in every school in every state of this nation? The akonting, an enslaved man's lament, was the seed of a gourd that would bloom into the sounds of flatpicking Southerners. Still, the banjo plays on in Catherine's apartment. A much more tolerable sound than Duolingo's dong-ding ta-dong. But she can't quite cleanse her mind of the French lessons, of Lily and Oscar. Il y a toujours plus. Her voice is barely a whisper, trying to reassure herself. There must be more. A recurring dream, soft and gleaming like a pearl—her hands moving over cool clams, shucking them on a beach house in Rhode Island. It's a faint memory, but no less ever present. Aunt Norma and Uncle Francis' beach cottage and the closest thing to a Hyannis Port Kennedy afternoon of cousins frolicking about by the edge of a long dock lured back by the steam of fritters. But this time, Ocean Vuong stands beside her. He's talking about the monkey, Hartford, the tremors of the world. And the banjo has morphed into Puccini's La Bohème, which laces through the rhythm of Vuong's syntax like a golden libretto. They notice a figure outside the window, a shadow in the sand—the new neighbor? He's strange. A horticulturist, they say. Catherine hasn't met him, but there are rumors. “Did he really steal it?” Vuong asks. She practices her French—it's a dream after all—asks “Le cadavre fleuri?” They move to whispers, like a star's breath in night air. Rumor stands that in the middle of California's Eaton fire, the flower went missing from the Huntington Museum in Pasadena. The Titan Arum, bloated and bizarre in its beauty and stench, just vanished. Fran at the liquor store says the new neighbor, gloves always pressed to the earth, took it.  At night, she hears him in the garden, talking to the roots. She imagines his voice, murmuring something incomprehensible to the moonlight. Like that's where the truth lies—beneath the soil, between the cracks of broken promises, smelling faintly of rot. She recalls the history she once read, so distant, so impossibly rotten. During WWI, when the Nazis swept through Prague, they forced Jewish scholars to scour their archives. They wanted to preserve the so-called “best” of the Jews—manuscripts, texts, holy materials—for their future banjo-twisted Museum of an Extinct Race. She shudders. The music, the wild joy of the banjo, now seems infected with something ancient and spoiled. The act of collecting, of preserving, feels obscene. What do you keep? What do you discard? Whom do you destroy? She wakes from the dream, her phone still alive with French conjugations. The bluegrass hums, but it's heavier, like a rope lowering her into Narragansett Bay. The neighbor's house is dark. But she thinks she can see him, a silhouette against the trees, standing still as a warning. Everything is falling apart at the seams, and she is both a part of it and apart from it. Like each church she left, each youth group and AWANA or Vacation Bible School where she tried to volunteer, to love on the kids, to be the good follower she was tasked with being.  She leans her forehead against the cool glass of the window, closing her eyes. The ache is there, the same ache that never quite leaves. It's sharp, it's bitter, it's whole. The small, steady thrum beneath it all. Il y a toujours plus. Maybe tomorrow she will satisfy Duo. Maybe next fall she will dance down a cobbled street in Prague. Find five minutes to feel human. Perhaps she will be whole enough, tall as St. Vitus Cathedral, to face whatever is left of this America. She closes her eyes to Puccini's Mimi singing Il y a toujours plus and dueling banjos while her neighbor secretly drags a heavy, tarp-covered object across his yard under the flutter of Eastern small-footed bats out for their midnight mosquito snack. A scene only Frida Kahlo could paint.

Mid week and Jeff warns about snow and in the process chats with Luke Pettit & Barry Moore on this Happy Hump Day Edition of The Jeff Katz Show!

Send us a textIf you are a mid-career professional feeling drained, discouraged, or stuck because of a difficult boss, this episode gives you a clear path forward. Many professionals stay silent or shut down when leadership becomes unpredictable, controlling, or inconsistent. In today's job market, that silence can stall your visibility, performance, and promotion potential.This episode breaks down five difficult boss archetypes and gives you a practical strategy to stabilize your workweek, protect your confidence, and manage up with clarity and professionalism. What You Will Learn• The five difficult boss archetypes: micromanager, ghost, credit taker, hot and cold leader, and conflict avoider • How to interpret leadership behavior without internalizing blame • Why empathy helps you respond strategically without excusing poor behavior • How to set realistic workload and time boundaries that reduce stress and prevent burnout • A simple structure for weekly check-ins that prevents surprises and strengthens accountability • How to use data-driven updates to negotiate scope, timelines, and trade-offs • When to use “we” language publicly to manage credit takers while safeguarding your individual contributions for reviews and interviews • How to respond when your boss swings between praise and pressure • The key difference between a difficult boss and a toxic culture • How to make values-based decisions when an environment becomes unhealthyA Story About Leadership, Boundaries, and RepairI share a pivotal career moment: losing a promotion after a leadership conflict, and how a calm, clear conversation helped rebuild trust. The lesson is simple. Communicate with intention. Protect your boundaries. And treat managing up as an essential leadership skill, not a survival tactic.Mid-career professionals often work under heightened expectations while receiving less direct feedback. Navigating a difficult boss becomes a visibility issue, a performance issue, and a career advancement issue. This episode gives you tools to lead from where you are, strengthen your professional reputation, and keep your career moving forward.Support the showReady to give your career the jumpstart it needs to whatever is next? Schedule a $197 Career/Leadership Strategy Session. Click here to learn more about how this transformative strategy session will help you. Visit https://johnneral.com/resources to: Subscribe to my free leadership and career newsletter Get The Mid-Career Promotion Blueprint to help you figure out whatever is next for you and your career Join The Mid-Career GPS Membership Community. Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Get John's New Mid-Career Journal on Amazon here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching. Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here.

A CMO Confidential Interview with Michael Treff, the CEO of Code and Theory joins us for our 150th Show to share observations on the major forces impacting the B2B space. Michael details how "empowered buyers" are forcing sellers to increase focus on customer value creation and transforming marketing and sales from "leads to information" which is also shifting spending to capital expense. Key topics include: why the next AI frontier is customer experience; the need for companies to have both a long and short-term AI plans; why budgeting won't get any easier and; the gap between the CX problems and CX actions. Tune in to hear why you need to have an "AI plan for your humans" and learn if you need " a personalized relationship with your mustard."CMO Confidential #150: Michael Treff on B2B's Year-In-Review, What's Next, and How AI Will Actually Drive Growth**B2B is being rebuilt from the core. Michael explains why budgets are shifting from media to infrastructure, how the funnel is being rewritten by agentic search, and where AI must move from efficiency to growth. We also cover the KPIs that matter, budgeting realism for 2026, and three things every CMO should know by the end of next year. Sponsored by Typeface—the agentic AI marketing platform helping brands turn one idea into thousands of on-brand experiences. Learn more: typeface.ai/cmo. **Chapters**00:00 Intro + show setup01:00 Sponsor: Typeface — agentic AI marketing, enterprise-grade & integrated02:00 Guest intro: Michael Treff, CEO of Code and Theory03:00 B2B landscape: investment shifts, changing journeys, disintermediation07:00 From MQLs to value: sales enablement and end-to-end outcomes10:00 Mid-roll: Typeface ARC agents & content lifecycle11:00 Why suites win: implementation and value realization after the sale15:00 AI phases: Wave 1 (efficiency) → Wave 2 (growth) pressures on agencies17:00 CX as the bridge: measure outcomes, not vanity metrics22:00 Roadmaps, humans, and culture—planning beyond point tools26:00 Budget reality check: deliberation, polarization, and trade-offs29:00 Personalization vs. business impact—what to fund and measure33:00 By end of 2026: know your human plan, AI maturity, and new journeys35:00 2026 prediction: the ROI vice tightens—agencies must be consultative36:00 Closing advice: “Interrogate everything yourself.”38:00 Wrap + where to find past episodes39:00 Sponsor close: Typeface—see how ASICS & Microsoft scale personalization**About our sponsor, Typeface** @typefaceai is the first multimodal, agentic AI marketing platform that automates workflows from brief to launch, integrates with your MarTech stack, and delivers enterprise-grade security—named AI Company of the Year by Adweek and a TIME Best Invention. Learn more: typeface.ai/cmo. **Tags**B2B marketing, enterprise marketing, customer experience, AI marketing, agentic AI, marketing ROI, sales enablement, Code and Theory, Michael Treff, Mike Linton, CMO strategy, marketing budget, personalization, Martech, TypefaceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mid-podcast interview with Courtney Townley, my guest this week, a comment she said stopped me in my tracks.  "I moved from discipline to devotion." She was talking to me about how she reframed the times she showed up to write–moving from discipline (or something she HAD to do), to devotion (focusing on this incredible book that would serve her community). I absolutely love the distinction. Courtney, already known for her poignant reframes around women, midlife and wellness, made the point that women don't need another guru telling them to move their body, stress less and eat kale–we need to understand self-leadership. With over three decades in the wellness industry, she's discovered that deep health isn't about following someone else's manual—it's about writing your own. A sought-after speaker and educator, she blends science with straight talk, helping women navigate behavior change with grace, grit and self-trust. Ladies, this episode is for you–full of nuggets and applicable wisdom–you don't want to miss it!    

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It’s hot and everyone’s slightly unhinged, so what better time to kick off the Mamamia Out Loud Summer Book Club than with the only novel bold enough to ask: What if you left your family for a road trip and reinvented yourself... in a motel off the freeway? In the first of our Summer Book Club episodes, Em, Jessie and Holly dive into Miranda July’s All Fours, a book that is part midlife crisis, part erotic fever dream and part existential stand-up comedy routine. Em, Jessie and Holly discuss female desire, boredom, creativity and how it’s somehow both deeply relatable and utterly chaotic to want to start afresh on a whim. If you’ve ever: Sat in your car for an five extra minutes just to avoid your family Fantasised about a new life in a different country Or simply wondered, 'What if?' Then yes, this episode of Summer Book Club is for you.Summer Book Club Episode 2 drops December 28 when we'll be discussing the Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: All The Things We Didn’t Need To Know About The Sex Scandal Of The Year Listen: So, Are You Rude With Money? Listen: The Women Quietly Quitting Their Husbands & Your High School Ghost Listen: The 5 Days You Should Schedule Every Month Listen: The Most Telling Detail In That Meghan Sussex Profile Listen: ‘I Was An Ugly Child’ & The 5-Second Underthinking Rule Listen: Everything That Shouldn't Be Embarrassing But Absolutely Is Listen: So That's The Reason I Feel Bad About… My Eyelids? Listen: Big Brother Australia, The Golden Bachelor & The TV ‘Algorithm Theory’ Listen to MID with Monique van Tulder: The Gap Year That Saved A Marriage Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: 'I’m obsessed with audiobooks, here are 10 of the best I’ve ever heard.' 11 of the very best beach reads to lose yourself in this summer. If you loved A Court of Thorns and Roses, here are 6 romantasy books to read next. The 8 best spicy reads that aren't all-out smutty. The 22 best books Reese Witherspoon has recommended. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloudBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunday-centric churches get three to four hours a week with their people. Social media gets two to three hours a day. You can fight that reality or you can work with it. Chestly breaks down the difference between digital noise and actual community. He walks through Paul's hub strategy in Ephesus—how the Roman road system created a first-century network that looks surprisingly like what we have now. You'll learn Rick Warren's stages of community and why most churches stop short. Discover why your Sunday morning event might be keeping you from building the structures where people actually grow. This isn't about killing the mega church. It's about understanding what serves what. The best part? Mid-sized churches have a secret advantage. You can move fast. You're relational. You don't need new buildings or staff. You just need to flip the model right-side up.

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So. Everyone says your fiancée cheated on you with a big-wig politician (or two). After you break up, you're sitting on a whole lot of juicy, icky, sexy detail from messages and emails that you KNOW the world is going to be into. Do you release them? Well, of course you do. And welcome to the sex scandal that's consuming America right now - the Olivia Nuzzi affair. So, do YOU want to hear all about it? Also, what do real-life witches think of Wicked, For Good? And, women have never been hornier. At least, that's what our obsession with internet boyfriends, smutty books and libido-boosting supplements tells us. So Em, Holly and Jessie discuss: Is it power, or pressure? Plus, recommendations and Em's F1 obsession. $21 off - Mamamia’s massive Black Friday Deal.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $48. Enjoy $21 off a yearly subscription, ends 1 December 2025! Recommendations Em recommends getting up at 3am on Monday to watch the QATAR F1 Race on Foxtel or Kayo. Jessie recommends A Battle with My Blood by Tatiana Schlossberg about her terminal cancer diagnosis. And the Brushology Premium Boar Bristle Hairbrush. Holly recommends The Mushroom Tapes: Conversations on a triple murder trial, a book by Helen Garner, Chloe Hooper and Sarah Krasnostein What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: So, Are You Rude With Money? Listen: The Women Quietly Quitting Their Husbands & Your High School Ghost Listen: The 5 Days You Should Schedule Every Month Listen: The Most Telling Detail In That Meghan Sussex Profile Listen: ‘I Was An Ugly Child’ & The 5-Second Underthinking Rule Listen: Everything That Shouldn't Be Embarrassing But Absolutely Is Listen: So That's The Reason I Feel Bad About… My Eyelids? Listen: Big Brother Australia, The Golden Bachelor & The TV ‘Algorithm Theory’ Listen to MID with Monique van Tulder: The Gap Year That Saved A Marriage Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: A brutally honest review of the new Wicked movie. The 9 biggest differences between Wicked: For Good and the musical. Viagra for women is a thing and nobody's talking about it. 2024 was the year of horny mid-life women. 'Young women are overtaking the F1 fan base. I know exactly why.' THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Emily Vernem, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Audio Producer: Leah Porges Video Producer: Josh Green Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arsenal achieve a statement and redemptive victory over Bayern Munich as Liverpool move closer to crisis.Mikel Arteta's Gunners now lead the UCL league phase, while North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur responded well to derby defeat but were bettered by European champions PSG.Despite an eight-game thriller for Spurs in Paris, the night's big story came at Anfield, where Liverpool suffered yet another humbling defeat, 4-1 to PSV Eindhoven.Mark Chapman is joined by Paul Robinson, Matt Upson, John Murray, Alistair Bruce-Ball and Lee Blakeman for all the reaction on a thrilling night of Champions League action, with 39 goals in nine games. Plus you'll hear from Slot, as well as Spurs boss Thomas Frank.Timecodes: 00:30 Arsenal's statement victory over Bayern 11:12 Liverpool 20:30 Reaction from Arne Slot 22:10 Mid-roll 22:55 Tottenham's eight-goal thriller 26:50 Reaction from Spurs manager Thomas Frank 28:10 Do PSG look like European champions? Upcoming commentaries on 5Live/Sports Extra: Thu 1745 Feyenoord v Celtic – Sports Extra Thu 2000 Rangers v Sporting Braga – Sports Extra Thu 2000 Aberdeen v Noah – Sports Extra 2 Sat 1500 Man City v Leeds – 5 Live Sat 1500 Sunderland v Bournemouth – Sports Extra Sat 1730 Everton v Newcastle – 5 Live Sat 1730 England Women v China – Sports Extra Sun 1405 West Ham v Liverpool – 5 Live Sun 1405 Aston Villa v Wolves – Sports Extra Sun 1405 Nottingham Forest v Brighton – Sports Extra 2 Sun 1630 Chelsea v Arsenal – 5 Live

Don and Tom run through a Wall Street Journal list of “subtle signs it might be time to retire,” reacting to each one with their usual mix of disbelief, personal anecdotes, and gentle ribbing. The episode wanders into tech reluctance, job promotions nobody wants, Sunday dread, obsessive 401(k) checking, volunteering guilt, missing peers, feeling left out of friends' retirements, boss-related misery, and aging knees. They also answer listener questions about Schwab Intelligent Portfolios and their high cash allocations, discuss the shrinking role of physical cash, explain the real value of pre-1964 silver quarters, and handle calls on Social Security math. Tom repeatedly tracks his daughter's high-school soccer match on-air, providing live updates as the drama unfolds. 1:06 WSJ list of “subtle signs it's time to retire” begins 1:40 Sign #1: Feeling numb arriving at work 2:11 Why neither host relates to workplace numbness 2:59 Sign #2: Shrinking from new tech tools (Tom jokes incoming) 3:40 Don embraces AI, Tom… less so 4:21 Sign #3: Avoiding promotions; why neither wants a bigger job 5:16 Sign #4: The “Sunday scaries” 5:50 Sign #5: Constantly checking your 401(k) balance 6:26 Mid-list recap before the break 7:42 Second half of the list introduced 8:57 Sign #6: Wanting to volunteer more 9:40 Sign #7: Realizing all your peers have retired 10:11 Don jokes about dying at his desk 11:34 Sign #8: Feeling left out as friends enjoy retirement trips 12:40 Sign #9: Hating your boss (and why that's not a retirement issue) 12:56 Sign #10: Achy knees and “retire before you can't enjoy things” 13:35 Doctors, guarantees, and aging joints 14:43 Call for listener questions 15:04 Call: Schwab Intelligent Portfolios' big cash allocations 16:28 How Schwab makes money on the spread 18:20 Transparency vs. hidden fees 20:20 Back from break — Wednesday podcast explanation 21:31 Don hates change (the coin kind and the life kind) 22:30 Historical buying power of coins 22:56 Pre-1964 silver quarter value 24:15 Odds of finding one in circulation 25:10 What amount of money makes you bend over and pick it up? 25:47 Cleaning out the garage vs. hunting silver coins 27:36 Halftime soccer update: the comeback begins 29:02 Caller: misunderstanding “8% interest” from Social Security discussion 30:26 Caller Paul on cash vs. cashless society 31:51 Coca-Cola prices through time 32:57 Only 12–18% of payments today are cash 34:02 Holiday well-wishes and generational shifts 35:34 Bewitched, credit checks, and pre-internet detective work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know that 99% of your body's molecules are water? In episode 835 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with Mario Brainovic to explore the incredible science of structured water. They discuss how changing the state of the water you drink can increase your cellular energy, boost brain function, and support a longer, healthier life. Mario explains the simple process of creating this coherent water, its effects on NAD+ levels for longevity, and how it can even help protect you from the negative impacts of EMF radiation. This conversation reveals why not all water is created equal and how this simple change can have a profound impact on your body and the world around you.Ready to build a stronger, more energetic body? Join Robert's FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass to learn the blueprint for gaining muscle and achieving your fitness goals. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - Why You Are More Water Than The Ocean 0:54 - From Big Pharma to Water: The Surprising Origin Story 2:22 - What Is Structured Water & Why It's Not All The Same 5:06 - How to ‘Structure' Your Water for Maximum Power 7:15 - Can Your Thoughts Physically Change Water? The Famous Rice Study 10:31 - How Does The Analemma Wand Actually Work? 12:44 - Short, Mid, & Long-Term Benefits of Drinking Structured Water 13:25 - How Structured Water Instantly Upgrades Your Brainwaves 17:03 - Does Structured Water Increase Your Cellular Energy (ATP)? 20:58 - What Does Drinking Structured Water Feel Like? 23:56 - Is It Worth Drinking Unstructured Water If You Have To? 26:07 - Can Structured Water Make You More Anabolic? 27:31 - How To Naturally Increase Your NAD+ Levels for Longevity 30:04 - What Does ‘Analemma' Mean? The Symbol of The Sun 31:04 - The #1 Biggest (and Most Surprising) Benefit of This Water 35:58 - What Destroyed The Natural State of Water on Earth? 38:30 - How to Reverse The Negative Effects of EMF Radiation 43:32 - Why Water is the Ultimate Compound Habit for a Better Life 45:40 - The Surprising Truth About Water Filters 46:25 - How Long Does Structured Water Stay Structured? 49:08 - How is the "Mother Water" Created? A Secret Process 50:46 - Rapid Fire Q&A: Your Questions Answered 52:14 - How to Get a 30-150% Increase in Heart Rate Variability (HRV) 54:02 - If I Mix Structured and Unstructured Water, What Happens? 55:09 - Does Boiling or Making Coffee Destroy Structured Water? 58:55 - The New Analemma Water Bottle (Coming Soon) 59:34 - Is The Scientific Community Pushing Back On This? 1:00:44 - How Structured Water Radically Improves Your Gut Microbiome 1:03:01 - How We Revived Dead Soil and What It Means for the Planet 1:05:47 - The Mission: Making All Water on Earth Coherent Again 1:09:14 - Where to Get Analemma & Learn More

Would you partner notice if you 'quiet quit' your relationship? You know, quietly moving into separate bedrooms, watching all your own shows in different rooms of the house at night, never socialising together, taking separate holidays... Plenty of people are doing it, and probably always have. So, is it always a bad thing? And is it possible to un-quit?Also, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and the world's most-irritating press tour. Yes, Wicked For Good is out and you will not have missed the two stars coo-ing over each other on global red carpets. Are they the world's greatest girlfriends, or are they playing us? And when did press tours become performance art? And... what are high school reunions for? It's long been predicted that social-media-stalking has killed the reunion, but Amelia just went to her 25th and she had a revelation. Plus, Jessie, Amelia and Holly share the 'plate' they take to BYO social events, and what "some cheese in a plastic bag" says about you. Support independent women's media Read The Women Quiet Quitting Their Husbands by Monica Corcoran Harel in The Cut, here. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The 5 Days You Should Schedule Every Month Listen: The Most Telling Detail In That Meghan Sussex Profile Listen: ‘I Was An Ugly Child’ & The 5-Second Underthinking Rule Listen: Everything That Shouldn't Be Embarrassing But Absolutely Is Listen: So That's The Reason I Feel Bad About… My Eyelids? Listen: Big Brother Australia, The Golden Bachelor & The TV ‘Algorithm Theory’ Listen: Get My Boss Out Of My Bed & The Last Relationship Taboo Listen: Squirting, Dawn Culture & The Most Motivating Word Listen to MID with Monique van Tulder: The Gap Year That Saved A Marriage Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: The messy middle stage of separation that no one warns you about. A brutally honest review of the new Wicked movie. Let's talk about all the most unhinged things that happened in Wicked: For Good. The 9 biggest differences between Wicked: For Good and the musical. 'The 6 answers I needed about the social media age restriction that's coming.' Steve Biddulph on why boys fall into the "manosphere" and what we can do to stop it. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloudBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete, Jon, and Nez get you prepped for the Thanksgiving DFS slate on Underdog, share their favorite sleepers, and build some spicy pick 'ems⁠⁠.

In Episode 441 of the Immigration Lawyers Toolbox® Podcast, John Q. Khosravi, Esq. sits down with Rusten Colombo of Colombo & Hurd to discuss firm growth, NIW/EB-1 trends, remote practice management, client feedback systems, hiring strategies, and how his firm scaled from 30 to over 360 team members. A deep dive into building a high-volume, high-quality immigration practice. Spotify | iTunes | YouTube Music | YouTube Timestamps: 00:00 – Opening 00:33 – Podcast Introduction 02:24 How Rusten Entered Immigration Law 03:19 From Civil Litigation to Immigration Practice 05:54 The Growth Timeline of Colombo & Hurd 07:06 Pandemic, Trump Era & Shifts in Immigration Demand 09:37 Mastering NIW Cases at Scale 11:20 Global Talent & the Rise of NIW Filings13:08 How Colombo & Hurd Manage High-Volume Case Work 15:50  Sharing Knowledge Across a Large Attorney Team 17:58 Where Colombo & Hurd Operate 19:14 Scaling Fast: Office vs. Remote Work 21:01 Mid 21:50 Client Experience Metrics & Feedback Systems 25:18 Maintaining Culture Through Rapid Growth 27:26 How Colombo & Hurd Hire Attorneys 29:44 Flat Fees, Dynamic Pricing & Client Expectations 31:47 Profitability & Balancing Case Workloads 33:38 How the Firm Approaches Expansion & Growth Strategy 35:23 Outro 35:46 Closing Show Notes: Rusten Hurd's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rustenhurd/ Website: https://www.colombohurdlaw.com/orlando/ Live Consular Processing training for lawyers Dec 18, 10:00–11:45 a.m. PT - NVC packets & DS-260 - Interview prep & follow-up - Timelines, fees, and real-world workflows Register here! Check out eimmigration by Cerenade webinar [Keys to Building Resilience in Immigration Law for 2026]  Follow eimmigration by Cerenade: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Start your Business Immigration Practice! (US LAWYERS ONLY - SCREENING REQUIRED): E-2 Course EB-1A Course Get the Toolbox Magazine!  Join our community (Lawyers Only) Get Started in Immigration Law! The Marriage/Family-Based Green Card course is for you Our Website: ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com Not legal advice. Consult with an Attorney. Attorney Advertisement. #podcaster #Lawyer #ImmigrationLawyer #Interview #Immigration #ImmigrationAttorney #USImmigration #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationLawyersToolbox  

New weight loss drugs may portend end of “Fat Acceptance” movement; Celebs and Southerners embrace GLP-1s; Trump clears path for more access to diet drugs; Mid- and late-life exercise slash dementia risk; “Ethicists” urge more tick-borne meat allergy to save planet—as alpha-gal syndrome claims first fatality; What's wrong with the melatonin study that claims it leads to heart failure? How to detox 9-11 first-responders? Can weekend warriors obtain same benefits as regular exercisers? 

Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprintIn this detailed episode of In The Lab, Ruben sits down with tax strategist and CPA, Michael Uadiale Michael brings the type of clarity most entrepreneurs wish their CPA would give them, breaking down the real tax game in a way that feels simple, concrete, and practical.Michael shares why the tax code is built for business owners and investors, not W2 earners — and how most people are losing money simply because they're operating in the wrong category. He explains the difference between tax preparation, tax planning, and tax strategy, why bonus depreciation is so misunderstood, and how entrepreneurs can position themselves before Q4 ends.Throughout the conversation, Michael outlines the real KPIs that matter for understanding your tax position, the most common blind spots he sees in operators, and how AI is reshaping the accounting industry. More importantly, he gives a blueprint for building a tax-optimized business structure — from entity setup, to bookkeeping hygiene, to capturing deductions the right way.This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to stop guessing, stop overpaying, and finally understand how to use the tax code as a tool for building wealth. Tune in now to learn how Michael's strategic approach can help you keep more of your money, protect your business, and plan for long-term freedom.HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EPISODE:11:50 Michaeil talks about the tax code and real estate success.17:40 Michael talks about getting proactive on managing taxes KEEPING IT REAL:04:20 – What CPAs do07:58 – Compliance vs. strategy11:15 – Why books matter14:42 – Cash flow leaks17:10 – Business owner mindset20:55 – W2 vs. 109923:41 – Entity structure basics26:12 – LLC vs. S-Corp29:09 – Audit red flags32:44 – Deduction vs. credit36:01 – Mileage & receipts40:28 – Real estate benefits44:12 – Depreciation explained48:00 – Cost segregation use52:18 – Passive vs. active55:44 – Short-term rental rules58:59 – Material participation tests1:02:10 – Tax strategy stacking1:05:08 – Mid-term rental angle1:08:30 – Investor documentation1:12:44 – AI and accounting1:16:10 – Scaling financial ops1:20:55 – Final takeawaysCONNECT WITH THE GUESTLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/smeedcpa/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_uadiale/?hl=en #TaxStrategy #BusinessFinances #RealEstateInvesting #CashFlow #EntrepreneurMindset #FinancialLiteracy #SREI #BusinessOwnerLife #CPAInsights #WealthBuilding

Fellas deepdive into Leafs Drama show of a year so far, discuss Oilers redemption win over defending cup Champs, The Year of the Mid, and much more! 

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the 2025 Football America! Mid-season Awards. We're presenting awards to: 1. Guy who constantly gets mentioned as an MVP candidate but has zero chance of winning. 2a. Team currently in playoff position but won't be by season's end. 2b. Team currently not in playoff position but will be by season's end. 3. Team you'd least want to be rooting for (if you're a Jets fan, you could theoretically be excited by the trades). 4. Best single getup of the season so far. 5. Best uniform matchup. 6. the most handsome Football America! Mike Ryan Ruiz and Ten Day Tony join to make their picks with Dave Dameshek and the gang on this episode of Football America! (Photo by Paul Sancya/AP) Timestamps: (00:00) The 2025 Football America! Mid-season Awards Show (38:44) Pick Six - Week 10 (41:50) Games to Watch and Games to Pick- Week 10 AUDIO Football America! is available wherever you listen to podcasts. Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/football-america/id1831757512 Follow us: Dave Dameshek: https://x.com/dameshek Mike Ryan Ruiz: https://x.com/MichaelRyanRuiz Ten Day Tony: https://x.com/10DayTony Host: Dave Dameshek Guests: Mike Ryan Ruiz, Ten Day Tony Team: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes Director: Danny Benitez Senior Producers: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes Executive Producer: Bradley Campbell Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tennessee Titans, Washington Commanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices