Podcasts about mum

This week Chris and Rosie Ramsey are joined by the brilliantly funny Harriet Kemsley — comedian, podcaster, Mum and general delight! Harriet talks about her Podcast ' From romantic disasters to the realities of stand-up life, Harriet spills all — and of course, there's a cracking What's Your Beef? and a few listener questions that go wildly off the rails. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mick Donaghy: How he built $1.4M from $7K (after his partnership collapsed) Mick Donaghy's mother died when he was in his twenties.Life's too short became his operating system.He left Ireland. Moved to New Zealand. Became a top-billing recruiter! A few years later, he got his shot at ownership. A partnership to launch an Australian business for the agency he worked. For many reasons, this partnership didn't work, so Mick paid back his business partner and walked away with $7,000 in his bank account.No business. No plan B.This time, he was doing it alone.GEDON was born - named after his Mum.Ultra-niche: quantity surveying and cost management. One discipline. Total focus.12 months later: $1.4M AUD in billings.65 placements. One person every three days.But here's what makes Mick different.He's not building an empire.- he's building freedom!Currently has 9 people, 5 offshore making 40%+ profit margins.Last week, he won 3 new clients from his personal brand. Zero cold calls.He just bought a 100-year-old house in Belfast. Cash.He drives an old Toyota Corolla, does 30 minutes in the sauna daily and is two and a half years into rebuilding his relationship with alcohol.He's now set a new and incredible target: 20-hour work week. $300-400K profit annually.This week on The RAG Podcast, Mick tells the full story.We cover:The partnership in Australia that COVID nearly destroyedHow he started Gedon with $7K and built it to $1.4M in year oneWhy ultra-niche made his business borderlessThe personal brand strategy that replaced cold callingWhy he refuses to scale headcountHis sobriety journey and the 20-hour work week planThis isn't about scaling fast.It's about a man who lost his mom young, tried a partnership that collapsed, and rebuilt everything from $7,000 into a million-dollar business that gives him his life back.No investor decks. No growth-at-all-costs.Just freedom over headcount.If you've ever wondered whether there's another way to build a business—one that doesn't trap you -this episode has the blueprint.__________________________________________Episode Sponsor: AtlasAdmin is a massive waste of time. That's why there's Atlas, the AI-first recruitment platform built for modern agencies.It doesn't only track CVs and calls. It remembers everything. Every email, every interview, every conversation. Instantly searchable, always available. And now, it's entering a whole new era.With Atlas 2.0, you can ask anything and it delivers. With Magic Search, you speak and it listens. It finds the right candidates using real conversations, not simply look for keywords.Atlas 2.0 also makes business development easier than ever. With Opportunities, you can track, manage and grow client relationships, powered by generative AI and built right into your workflow.Need insights? Custom dashboards give you total visibility over your pipeline. And that's not theory. Atlas customers have reported up to 41% EBITDA growth and an 85% increase in monthly billings after adopting the platform.No admin. No silos. No lost info. Nothing but faster shortlists, better hires and more time to focus on what actually drives revenue.Atlas is your personal AI partner for modern recruiting.Don't miss the future of recruitment. Get started with Atlas today and unlock your exclusive RAG listener offer at https://recruitwithatlas.com/therag/__________________________________________Episode Sponsor: HoxoEvery recruitment founder is...

Welcome back!! We loved your dating horror stories so much last week that we had to continue them this week! We have a disturbing act from a guy + a HUGE submission where a listener has found out their Mum is cheating on their Dad... what would you do?! Tune in to find out our thoughts xSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dame Jacinda Ardern is the former prime minister of New Zealand, who was elected in 2017 and in post for 6 years.In 2018 she became the second elected World leader to ever give birth. Her partner Clarke (often referred to as 'first bloke'!) frequently took on the role of stay-at-home dad. Together they took baby Neve with them to many important meetings, including the UN summit in New York in 2018, while she was still breastfeeding. Jacinda told me she felt she needed to prove she could lead the country despite being a mother... and also show the world she was a mother, in order to be a positive role model. Jacinda and I talked about the fascinating and intimate documentary ‘Prime Minister' which will have its UK release on December 5th, in which we get to see behind the scenes both in government, and at home through videos shot by Clarke. It really brings a humanity to the role of leadership and this insight makes Jacinda's style of leadership all the more impressive, modern and inspirational. Jacinda really wanted to reiterate that she was lucky enough to have support, that she never did anything alone, and that we should not expect women to do everything on their own: ‘Yes, we can be wonder woman… but even wonder woman deserves a sidekick.' She now still remains dedicated to helping encourage leaders to highlight their humantity by teaching empathetic leadership. Special shoutout to her gorgeous children's book, Mum's Busy Work. It's so sweet to see a lovely picture book for young kids where the mum works hard, yes, but it doesn't mean she's any less dedicated to motherhood. Cheers to that! XSpinning Plates is presented by Sophie Ellis-Bextor, produced by Claire Jones and post-production by Richard Jones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Making Stitches Podcast!In this episode I share a chat I've had with Michelle Greaves, one half of the team behind the brand new TexStyle festival which is coming to Manchester next year. Michelle and her Mum, Carole, have been hosting yarn festivals for a number of years including the Buxton, Cumbria and Stafford Wool Gatherings, next year, they are hosting a much bigger event spanning all sorts of textile and yarn crafts in central Manchester.TexStyle is a fresh celebration of all things textile, from knitting and crochet to sewing, weaving and sustainable fashion. It will bring together makers, artists, guilds and other enthusiasts for a weekend of inspiration and creativity in the historic Manchester Central (formerly GMEX).I really enjoyed chatting to Michelle about how her career has swerved from fashion design to digital media alongside organising yarn festivals with her Mum, Carole, who has decades of experience in the yarn industry.I hope you enjoy listening to our chat!If you would like to find out more information about TexStyle, please check out the website : https://texstyle.uk/For full show notes, please visit https://makingstitchespodcast.com/To join the mailing list for the Making Stitches Newsletter, please click onto this linkThe theme music is Make You Smile by RGMusic from Melody Loops.The Making Stitches logo was designed by Neil Warburton at iamunknown.You can support Making Stitches Podcast with running costs through Ko-fi.Making Stitches  Podcast is supported by the Making Stitches Shop which offers Making Stitches Podcast merchandise for sale as well as Up the Garden Path crochet patterns created by me & illustrated by Emma Jackson.Making Stitches Podcast is presented, recorded and edited by Lindsay Weston. 

We have reached half a (MIL)estone so let's give it a half assed effort!In Episode #500 of 'Meanderings', Juan & I discuss: six years of podcasting, the origin story of why we originally started, stats and highlights across YouTube and audio, mishaps (spiders, dead mics, random street cameos), how our focus on value has changed over the years, community shout-outs (thanks for the surprise cake, Mum!), the lessons learned from interviews and long-form chats and why we've kept ads out of the show, what “doubling down” means for us, clearer topic lanes across our channels (tech, AI, books, art, fitness) and staying open, decentralised and listener-supported while the tech and monetisation landscape evolves. Huge thanks to Cole McCormick for the support, absolute legend!Stan Link: https://stan.store/meremortalsTimeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:01:01) Origins in 2019 & splitting channels(00:03:59) Going live & cake(00:05:02) Stats time: YouTube vs podcast numbers and history(00:10:02) Throwback: Mere Mortals challenges and early experiments(00:14:40) Shifting away from chasing numbers & Value(00:19:13) Format choices: long form, low edits and creator trade‑offs(00:23:20) Personal archives: NFT's & Old Clips(00:29:38) Audience vs creator value & peak effort era(00:35:12) Guest pitches and curation(00:36:57) Boostagram Lounge(00:40:22) Support models ahead: value for value, subscriptions and tech shifts(00:43:53) Advertising, AI & Governments(00:49:19) Doubling down: personal life over production(00:51:43) Segmenting interests: tech, AI, art, books, and fitness channels(00:56:19) Concrete plans: more conversations and remote interviews(01:00:19) Confidence to reach out: lining up future guests(01:03:50) Skills to build: live speaking and community events(01:08:50) Travel networks vs local communities: effort vs payoff(01:10:54) Sign‑off: six years in, 20k unique listeners and thanks Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastsValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

It was the series that gave us the perfect first kiss and reignited our love for Seth Cohen. So the big question that looms is...did the second season live up to the glory of the first? Alice James and I reunite for the first time since she became a Mum (whoop whoop) to have an honest discussion about our favorite new show...where it went RIGHT and where it went....well...wrong. LINKS: Follow Ash on ⁠⁠⁠⁠tikok⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Order Ash's debut novel ⁠⁠⁠⁠Love on the Air Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

https://www.laurenlappin.com.au/private-coachingIn this week's episode Lauren is joined by the amazing Alicia Phoenix (Owner & CEO. of Prolong Lash). Alicia is a fellow AI user and advocate in the beauty business space, and this episode is a deep-dive into both getting started with AI in (and for) your Salon business, and also how you might want to increase your understanding and expand the application of AI going forward. What Lauren and Alicia Talk About: • How did Alicia get started with AI? (05:15).• Using AI for your Salon's content creation. (10:45).• Refining and renaming your individual AI chats. (18:00).• How Alicia uses AI day-to-day. (22:00). • Using AI to save your business money. (26:00).• ChatGPT: Free vs Premium/Paid (as at November 2025). (31:00).• A super valuable tip for ChatGPT Users. (33:00).• How Alicia is using AI in her Mum-life. (36:30).• How Lauren uses AI to assist with optimising her diet. (38:30).• Using Voice-to-Text is a game changer. (39:30).• "I don't want to read stuff that a robot wrote." (43:30).• Is using AI cheating? (47:30). • Where should someone new to AI, get started? (53:00).....Prolong Lash (Australia): https://prolonglash.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/prolonglash.au/Prolong Lash (USA): https://prolonglash.com/ https://www.instagram.com/prolonglash.usa/....Rate and Review the Show in Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-lash-business-lounge/id1609510128Rate the Show in Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xvJ8MNZM9cbjYBGcMDtb8?si=b23764e4d0ed4b59Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenlappin_Allure's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allure_lashbeautybar....This Episode was Recorded and Produced by Josh Liston at JCAL Media Group - https://www.jcaldigital.org/podcast-editing

!On today’s show: The team gets swept up in a chaotic energy drink-fueled moment… and Jono ends up with a forehead bruise. Listeners share their wild scar stories, from industrial mixers to flying baseball bats. Megan’s hatred for Mr. Big sparks a debate: what songs give you the musical ick? Why Ben is afraid to have his wife in the car? Mum meals! Dinners your parents were obsessed with in the 90s Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we sit down with Jane van Zyl, CEO of Working Families, the UK's leading charity supporting working parents and carers.Jane and Liz dive deep into what's really holding parents back at work, from rigid systems and outdated expectations to the rising cost of childcare. Jane shares how Working Families is changing the game through free legal advice, employer partnerships, and government influence, helping to build a fairer, more flexible future of work.What We CoverThe mission of Working Families and how they support both employees and employers.The biggest barriers working parents face in today's workplaces.Why flexible working is so much more than just working from home.Key legal rights for working parents, and how to navigate them.How small businesses can lead the way in flexibility.The story behind the Family Friendly Workplace Certification.The harsh reality of childcare costs and income inequality.Inspirational examples of progressive employers like Deloitte. Key Takeaways

In this episode of Do I Really Hate Men, host Ang shares a practical and heartfelt guide on how single moms and co-parents can plan for a calm, joyful Christmas despite the challenges of separation and co-parenting. From starting conversations early, creating new traditions, managing emotional and physical energy, to protecting your peace in the final countdown, Ang offers actionable tips to help you reclaim the magic of the season on your own terms. (00:00) Introduction to the Podcast (00:42) The Challenges of Christmas for Single Moms (01:33) Planning for a Calm Christmas (03:49) Long-Term Strategies for a Peaceful Holiday (09:12) Mid-Term Planning: One Month Before Christmas (15:17) Final Countdown: The Week Before Christmas (21:08) Listener Stories and Conclusion KEY TAKEAWAYS Define what a calm Christmas means for you personally before making any plans. Start co-parenting conversations about Christmas schedules early to allow time for adjustment. Create new holiday traditions rather than clinging to old ones that may cause tension. Protect your emotional and physical energy budget by saying no to overload and guilt. BEST MOMENTS "A calm Christmas doesn't just happen; it's something we have to create intentionally." "Kids thrive on predictability, not perfection." "You can create and control your own calm Christmas." "Manage your own energy. You can't pour from an empty cup." EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 Exciting news! I now have four powerful and affordable course downloads available in my Patreon Shop—starting at just £20. Each one is designed to help you take meaningful steps forward in your healing and growth journey.  

The girls are sharing their glimmers - from Beth's pregnancy fatigue finally lifting to Lil being back teaching some scrummy, nurturing classes for mums.And as for growing pains…both are physical this week.  Beth's pelvis is hanging on by a thread, and Lil's got two big, itchy problems she needs to get off her chest (literally).Plus, the girls are introducing a brand-new segment, it's Mum's version of Relaxing and Rejuvenating: R&R (Recipe & Recommendation) - because who doesn't love a good rec and a quick win?Recipe: Vegan Banana Bread — add choc chips (vegan or not), and Loco Loves are elite if you're feeling fancy.Recommendation: The Tineco Mop — she's spenny but worth every cent. Wait for a sale and always follow the cleaning and care instructions.Beth's R&RRecommendation: Ambra Pregnancy Undies — not sexy, but soft, practical, and so comfortable.This episode is proudly brought to you by Looma Collective — the Aussie brand creating beautiful, practical essentials for little ones (and their parents). From bibs to bedding, everything they make is designed to make everyday moments calmer, comfier, and more sustainable.Explore the full range at looma.com.auLil's R&RFollow along on Instagram @looma.collective

Listen to this episode if... You're newly separated and trying to figure out parenting arrangements. You don't have court orders yet and things are already getting tense. Your ex is unreliable, manipulative, or emotionally unpredictable. You're feeling pressured to agree to arrangements that feel unsafe or unfair. You want to avoid court but don't want to be taken advantage of. Trying to co-parent after separation without court orders? This episode offers a general discussion that may help you better understand the common challenges many face during this stage. Mum and I talk through the confusion, conflict, and emotional chaos that often arise when parenting without formal agreements in place. We explore how co-parenting typically unfolds in the early days post-separation, the general differences between parenting plans and court orders, and what can happen when one parent starts making sudden changes like; withholding time with the kids, shifting pick-up arrangements, or insisting on "rules" that were never agreed upon. If you're feeling unsure about whether to formalize your arrangements, being pressured into something that feels unfair, or just don't know where to start, this episode provides a helpful overview, insights, and discussion points to consider. Please remember this is not legal advice. Always speak with a qualified professional for advice on your specific situation.  

It's always a pleasure to welcome a bush trainer to the podcast. Our guest this week is Stephen Lee who chips away diligently from his Ballina base season after season with consistent results.  He's currently ably assisted by son Jordan with whom he'll soon form an official partnership. Lee has posted 850 winners since his  solo career began in 1986, and has two NRRA training premierships on his CV.  Stephen rotates his horses between a dual barn complex on Ballina racecourse, and a nearby 60 acre property which gives him access to a pristine stretch of  beach. Whenever one of the team warrants an opportunity in a metropolitan environment, he heads to Eagle Farm or Doomben just two hours away. He rarely tackles the arduous road trip to Sydney although he did venture to Randwick on November 1st with smart sprinter The Astronomer. This podcast was recorded twenty four hours before The Astronomer raced. Stephen talks of the easy access to Brisbane tracks as opposed to the marathon trip to Sydney. He acknowledges son Jordan's entry into the NSW training ranks and says he's looking forward to their proposed partnership. Stephen talks about the luxury of being able to give horses a complete change of environment at his beachside property. He says the new routine works wonders with highly strung horses. He talks about the large paddock set aside for retired racehorses or horses who've fallen on hard times. His partner Amanda would have even more if space allowed. The trainer talks about his two NRRA premierships. In winning the first one he unseated long time incumbent John Shelton. Stephen looks back on his early education under the tutelage of his late father Bruce. He says Bruce was a capable racehorse trainer but was best known as an all rounder constantly called upon to sort out other people's troublesome horses. He talks of his father's early association with iconic trainer Maurice McCarten. The Ballina horseman pays tribute to his elderly Mum. Stephen says his early aspirations to become a jockey were quickly negated by increasing weight. He talks of a brief flirtation with the harness racing sport. Stephen has vivid recollections of his first training win on the defunct White ParK track at Scone. He talks of a brief training stint at Coffs Harbour and a subsequent move to Ballina, a move he hasn't regretted. Stephen pays tribute to daughter Maddison who was his valued trackwork rider for a number of years. Maddison put a lot of time into Anton En Avant, a prolific winner for the Lee stable. As a yearling Anton En Avant appeared unlikely to ever make it to the races.  He talks about the gelding's amazing race record which included a win in the Gr 3 Chairman's Hcp  at Doomben.  Stephen talks of former jockey Cassandra Schmidt who won a string of races on Anton En Avant. The trainer pays tribute to several handy horses who've flown the flag for the Ballina stable over the years - Zoukina, Lasting Kiss, Minassi, Felix Trinidad, Song Time, Bavosa, and Espiritu. Stephen tells us more about his current apprentice Siabh Wrigley who still has a number of trial rides to complete before gaining her licence to ride in races. The signs are promising. It's a laid back chat with a top country horseman.

In this episode of The Candid Divorce Lawyer, founder of Mum about Town, Daisy Harris-Reid, joins Kimberley Davies to share her experience of divorce, being a solo parent and how the separation has been a catalyst for her new career and helped her to rediscover herself and find joy.Daisy talks about:- Her 11-year marriage, the early age at which she married, and how she and her ex-husband changed over time, leading to their divorce- How her divorce was amicable but the years following were emotionally turbulent. She found comfort in writing her book to help others going through similar experiences- How counselling helped her process her emotions independently of her friends and family- The financial impact of her divorce, including the need to become the breadwinner and manage her finances more carefully- Her challenges of co-parenting and how she initially struggled with her son spending time with his father- How she tries to enjoy the process of dating again and not putting too much pressure on finding a new partnerFollow Daisy on Instagram: @mum_abouttownPurchase Daisy's book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/about-Towns-Separation-Survival-Guide/dp/0957020961Loved this episode? Subscribe on Spotify, Apple or Amazon MusicLeave a 5⭐ review – it helps more people benefit from this podcastFollow us on:Instagram: @candiddivorcelawyerTikTok: @candiddivorcelawyerWebsite: www.candiddivorcelawyer.com

This week on Mum's The Word, Georgia Jones is joined by illustrator, author, and all-round positivity powerhouse Stacie Swift for a conversation that feels like a big exhale.Together, they chat about self-kindness over perfection, how to let go of unrealistic expectations, and why creativity can be one of the most powerful forms of self-care. Stacie also shares her thoughts on the importance of finding joy in everyday moments, even when life feels heavy, and why joy isn't extra, it's essential.This week's episode is filled with practical reminders that you don't have to be perfect to be doing a great job.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's podcast, I speak with Royal Australian Corps of Signals (RA Sigs) veteran Emma Donaldson. Emma served for 20 years, both full-time and as a reservist. Emma served in several units throughout Australia. Emma served at 152 Signal Squadron attached to the Special Air Service Regiment in Perth. Emma excelled in her role and would later meet her future husband while serving at 152 Squadron. Emma is a veteran/wife, Mother and the first I have interviewed talking about the role of wives and children back at home while their partners are deployed overseas. Emma met and is married to Mark Donalson VC. Mark served in the SASR and was awarded the Victoria Cross for his action in combat in Afghanistan in 2008. Emma talks openly about the day she found out that Mark would be awarded the highest bravery award, the Victoria Cross. Emma talks about the good and the bad aspects of the Victoria Cross on families. Emma supported Mark through 7 tours of duty while balancing home life as a full-time Mum. Emma also talks about how important the support of the wives and partners is while their partners are deployed. Emma speaks about the loss of friends, her postnatal depression, and her miscarriage, the struggle that all veterans and first responders face when transitioning out of uniform. Emma also talks about rediscovering her identity and purpose as a civilian. Emma now works as a Veterans Liaison Officer for Legacy Club Services, advocating for veterans and their families. This is a raw and honest chat about the true cost of service as a veteran and life at home supporting your partner of a special forces operator and rediscovering yourself post-service. Presenter: Adam Blum Guest: Emma Donaldson Editor: Kyle Watkins

In this final episode of the Van Life Diaries: Europe 1985, we return to England, drive through Scotland and Wales, and catch a ferry to Ireland. Then it's back to London, a farewell to our beloved campervan, on to Singapore for a few days and finally we end up back home in Perth, Australia, after six months away. What a strange feeling! This is the sixth part of a monthly, six-episode series celebrating the fact that exactly 40 years ago this year, my family and I spent six months in a striped motorhome travelling around Europe. I was nine years old and yes, this trip had an enormous impact on my life - I'm sure you wouldn't be listening to this podcast today if Van Life 1985 hadn't taken place! Throughout the series, I'll include chats recorded with my Dad this year, extracts from my late Mum's travel diary from 1985, and of course my own memories and thoughts. A big thanks to Context Travel for sponsoring this series, and an even bigger thanks to my Dad for agreeing to be part of it. Links: Context Travel - https://bit.ly/contexttravel - use the code THOUGHTFULTRAVEL to get 15% off any online booking. Context Travel operate walking tours in cities around the world, and have interesting and qualified subject-matter experts leading your walk Listen to Part 1 of Van Life Diaries: Episode 348 - https://notaballerina.com/348 Listen to Part 2 of Van Life Diaries: Episode 351 - https://notaballerina.com/351 Listen to Part 3 of Van Life Diaries: Episode 355 - https://notaballerina.com/355 Listen to Part 4 of Van Life Diaries: Episode 359 - https://notaballerina.com/359 Listen to Part 5 of Van Life Diaries: Episode 364 - https://notaballerina.com/364 Join our Facebook group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers Join our LinkedIn group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://notaballerina.com/linkedin Sign up for the Thoughtful Travellers newsletter at Substack - https://thoughtfultravel.substack.com Show notes: https://notaballerina.com/370 Support the show: https://thoughtfultravel.substack.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Dividend Talk, we're back with a jam-packed Dividend Announcements & Earnings deep dive.We kick things off with PayPal initiating its first-ever dividend (welcome to the club, Monkey!), Hershey holding flat to stay off the aristocrat chopping block, and a wild stat on revenue-per-employee (OnlyFans crushes tech giants at $37.6M per head). Then it's over to dividend hikes from Iberdrola (+8.2%), Rockwell Automation, AbbVie, and ExxonMobil, before diving into earnings: Nestlé's volume rebound in China, Schneider Electric riding data-center tailwinds, Altria's cash-rich but growth-poor reality, UnitedHealth's margin squeeze, T. Rowe Price outflows, and Shell's $10B FCF buyback machine.In the Q&A, we tackle benchmarking vs. S&P 500, dollar-cost-averaging into falling knives, estate tax broker moves, covered-call ETFs, Finnish gems, Evolution's permanent pivot, and stock-specific takes on Novo Nordisk, APD, Qualcomm, and more.SEE YOU ON THE INSIDE!!Tickers discussed: PYPL, HSY, GOOGL, MSFT, EBAY, AMZN, IBM, MCD, IEP, IBDR.MC, MUM.DE, SIE.DE, APD, LIN, NOVO-B.CO, EVO.ST, QCOM, ARE, ADC, MO, BATS.L, PM, UNH, TROW, SHEL, XOM, TTE, ITW, ABT, ADP, SCHN.PA, ROC.AX, NOVN.SW, NESN.SW, MCD, APH, DHR, TXN, VFC, RELAS, VWS.CO, WSO, GRG.LJoin us:[Facebook] – Https://www.facebook.com/groups/dividendtalk[Twitter] – @DividendTalk_ , @European_DG[Discord] – https://discord.gg/nJyt9KWAB5[Premium Services] – https://dividendtalk.eu/download-your-free-samples/[Malmo Meetup] – https://t.co/STgV1nMWKj

Mum and Dad are heading out for the evening, and Mum has already told their babysitter, Uncle George, not to turn the house upside down! Surely there are ways to have the best night ever without making a big mess…

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With his new album, ‘All Night Days’ out and a tour of Down Under going on, we thought it would only be right to chat to Rob Thomas! We chatted nostalgia, what his secret to happiness is these days and perhaps the possibility of a cameo from another of Australia’s favourite Robs, Rob Mills! Plus, Chrissie’s giving an insight into her algorithm as she introduces us to Positively Cathy! (00:00 Chrissie could be in for a big weekend... (01:45) Say Gday - What's on for Halloween? (04:55) Rock n Roll Legend, Rob Thomas is here! (18:50) Chrissie's Clickbait #1 (24:30) Chrissie's Quizzie (28:50) Who is Positively Cathy? (32:55) Chrissie's Correspondence (37:00) Chrissie's Mum vs Minis (39:00) Chrissie's Clickbait #2 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can Millennials, Gen Zs and Gen As thrive in a world where so much success depends on having access to the Bank of Mum and Dad? Historian Dr Eliza Filby – an expert in generational identity – tells Amol that society needs to shift in three major ways to mitigate the “rupture” between young and old: in values, education and wealth. Amol speaks with her about her book ‘Inheritocracy' which calls for a radical redefining of meritocracy. They also discuss the shifts in parenthood and the evolving household roles of men and women, and ‘kidulthood' - where young people move into adulthood in their early thirties instead of their late teens or early twenties. (00:02:30) What is ‘Inheritocracy?' (00:04:13) The values rupture – Baby Boomers are the exceptional generation (00:10:07) The education rupture - the declining graduate premium (00:16:00) The wealth rupture – unattainable ‘big ticket' items (00:28:00) Why is the social contract broken between generations? (00:38:27) Shifts in assortative mating (00:45:30) Is meritocracy a good idea in principle? (00:54:17) How to reconfigure the tax system for a new generation (00:57:07) Dr Eliza Filby's radical idea (01:01:11) Amol's reflections (01:04:25) Listener messages GET IN TOUCH * WhatsApp: 0330 123 9480 * Email: radical@bbc.co.uk Episodes of Radical with Amol Rajan are released every Thursday and you can also watch them on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m002f1d0/radical-with-amol-rajan Amol Rajan is a presenter of the Today programme on BBC Radio 4. He is also the host of University Challenge on BBC One. Before that, Amol was media editor at the BBC and editor at The Independent. Radical with Amol Rajan is a Today Podcast. It was made by Lewis Vickers with Anna Budd. Digital production was by Gabriel Purcell-Davis. Technical production was by Gareth Jones. The editor is Sam Bonham. The executive producer is Owenna Griffiths.

Cartia Mallan has shared the harrowing story of how she knocked out her two front teeth. The OG influencer conceded she was lucky to be alive after a hellish day. Sam Guggenheimer has all but confirmed her friendship and business partnership with fellow influencer, Izzy Armitage, is over. Laura Henshaw has been shamed online after revealing she’s booked in for an elective c-section. Emille Hembrow is set to release her own podcast, entitled “Let’s Be Real.” Ellie Watson has shocked her followers, after listing her Gold Coast Hinterland home for sale. Adelaide content creator, Ella Maegraith has revealed she made over $44k this month purely from content creation. Molly Mae’s mum has hinted she may be starting her own Youtube channel. And the rumour mill is in overdrive that Robert Irwin has a new girlfriend. Follow Outspoken on Instagram and TikTok, plus join in on the conversation in our Facebook Community. Podcast hosted by Amy Taeuber, Kate Taeuber and Sophie Taeuber. You can follow our new podcast The Mum's Group on Instagram and join in on the conversation in our Facebook Community. Subscribe to Outspoken Plus Outspoken Plus is our subscription offering that gives you an extra dose of the hottest influencer and pop-culture news. Enjoy exclusive access to a BONUS episode every week. A Outspoken Plus subscription costs $5.99 a month, or save with our annual package, for just $49.99 a year*. You can became an Outspoken Plus subscriber via Apple Podcasts: apple.co/outspoken or via Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/03t0cQyHS8OzAYigyksL9E?si=007ba128afd74369. * An annual subscription is only available on Apple Podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are few people I'd move my birthday plans for, but when we heard Jeremy Allen White was in town, we said ‘yes, chef!'. He's the superstar face of The Bear and is now playing 'The Boss', Bruce Springsteen, in the brand new biopic ‘Deliver Me From Nowhere'. Mum rustled up her foolproof onion quiche, I made an Autumn salad from NYT cooking and we sat down for lunch with Jeremy. We heard all about his favourite places to eat in London, New York & Chicago, filming The Bear and cooking for his co-stars, having his eyes painted to play Bruce, bulking up for Iron Claw, cooking for his kids, how he got the acting bug and we find out if a musical or rom-com may be on the cards in the future. Jeremy's new film 'Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere' is in cinemas now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to this episode if... You're divorcing  or separating from someone who owns or runs a business. You're in a family business with your ex and things are getting murky. You suspect your ex is hiding assets or undervaluing the business. You're overwhelmed by the complexity of business valuations in divorce. You're preparing for mediation or court and want to understand your options.  

Jack’s haircut debacle from yesterday is still continuing, we’re living off Jack’s voice memo he sent to Producer Tom in the moment and it’s still funny, particularly the part where he described the smell ruminating from his new barber, so get ready to enjoy that throughout the show. Plus we’re feeling for the high schoolers today because it turns out that 9 schools taught their students the wrong type of history for their Ancient History exam GASP (00:00) Things are looking up for Jack! (01:55) Mystic is off today (07:15) Sussan Ley called out Albo, but we just love her voice. Whose voice do you love? (16:25) Chrissie's Clickbait #1 (21:00) Chrissie's Quizzie (26:15) They didn't learn about Julius Caesar...so Chrissie teaches us a history lesson (33:40) Chrissie's Mum vs Minis (36:36) Chrissie's Clickbait #2 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Mum's The Word, Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are joined by the unstoppable Anna Whitehouse, better known as Mother Pukka who's a broadcaster, author, activist, and founder of the Flex Appeal movement.Anna opens up about the reality of being a working mum and why flexible working isn't a luxury, it's a necessity!Together, they dive into:

A Gluten Free Podcast Episode 204 My guest on today's episode is founder of Nonie's Bakery, Nonie Dwyer. We'll talk about Nonie's coeliac disease diagnosis and upbringing, her time in hospitality, becoming a chef and what led to her creating a well-loved artisan gluten free bakery.  What we'll cover: * Introducing Nonie and how we found each other* Defining Nonie's and their mission * How Nonie's operates in three different areas: providing breads for cafes and restaurants, wholesale and local farmer's markets * Nonie's coeliac disease diagnosis * Nonie's background and growing up in the Southern Highlands * Nonie's transition to gluten free life and the options available at the time * Nonie's struggles with dining out with coeliac disease * How Nonie came to work in hospitality * Nonie's experience working at River Cottage in the UK * How the River Cottage experience inspired Nonie to bake bread * Making gluten free loaves for a friend made Nonie curious to improve her recipes * Nonie returning to Australia to looking after her Mum and struggling with the direction of her hospitality career* Early days of Nonie's Bakery * Education process when cafes and restaurants stock Nonie's bread * Nonie's range of products * Ingredients in Nonie's breads and why the bread is frozen on the day it's baked * How Nonie balances quality over quantity when scaling her business * Nonie's bread packaging and designs * Food Expo in Melbourne * Nonie's expansion and scale of the business model* Where Nonie is currently stocking and where she will expand * Recent experience with a customer in Nonie's store * Where to purchase Nonie's Links Nonie's website - https://noniesfood.com.au/Follow Nonie's on InstagramFollow Nonie's on Facebook Join A Gluten Free Podcast Facebook Group 

Is that your Mum?Its that time of year, ladies and gents.  The Growing Season highlights the wonders of fall on this week's episode. Fall Mums, bulbs and much more are the fare that The McFarlands dine out on this week.  Halloween kicks off the show. Matt talks a little about his kids and their halloween adventures.  On the horticultural side, is it time to remove your annuals?  The trio discuss. Ragweed is still raging and pollinating.  How is that possible? The Toronto Blue Jays are World Series bound so the McFarlands dive into the horticultural side of this wonderful turn of events. Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and peanuts.  On the topic of fall mums, can they survive the winter in the GTA?   What are some great companion plants for fall mums? Matt tells a story about planters that he recently designed and installed. The tulip hysteria in history is highlighted. Halloween movies are discussed and Matt appeals to Steven Spielberg's property for landscaping. Are you supposed to remove your spring flowering bulbs after they have flowered?  Is that a common practice. Lynne outlines how to plant a spring flowering bulb. Bulb blindness!   WHAT!?Daffodils need to be planted at a different time then other spring flowering bulbs.  Why?  Matt discusses how to choose viable bulbs. Dogs and cats and bulb toxicity.  Be careful!How to deter rodents from relocating your spring flowering bulbs caps the show off. Tune in. Looking to book a consult for your property?  We'd love to help.  CLICK HERE.What is a TGS Tiny Garden? CLICK HERE.Subscribe to The Growing Season podcast.  CLICK HERE.

Welcome to the 'Bakery Bears Radio Show' Episode 132 Forty years ago Dan went to the cinema with his Mum and had an experience that has stayed with him for a lifetime. In this episode of the Radio Show we talk about that visit, we discuss the magic of the cinema and we look forward to a date next week when Kay and Dan will go see that movie again. Join Kay & Dan this time as they: Welcome you to a wonderful walk on an autumnal morning & talk about their upcoming date to the cinema Share the story of Dan's first watching of ‘Back to the Future' & discuss the impact the movie had on both of their lives Talk about the impact of positive messages in movies Discuss the disappearance of the cinema where Dan saw it and its links to the Jorvik Viking Centre Talk about Kays confusion with time travel movies & discuss Grease & Dirty Dancing and the novelty of Video Shops Talk about film scores and how much they add to watching a film Discuss the magic of the cinema from trailers to the lady with the ice creams & Kay shares her love of westerns We'll see you soon with our next Radio Show! You can find past episodes of the Radio Show here: On Podbean : https://bakerybearsradioshow.podbean.com On Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bakery-bears-radio-show/id1474815454

In this week's episode of Dividend Talk, we're back with Q3 Earnings Roundup.We kick things off with Novo Nordisk shaking up half its board of directors, before covering two big dividend announcements from McDonald's and Amphenol. Then it's over to earnings, where we break down results from Germany's Mensch und Maschine, Danaher, Evolution Gaming, and Texas Instruments.We also review a listener portfolio from “Bella Dividends,” packed with high-yield European names, and share our thoughts on diversification, growth balance, and dividend safety.In the Q&A, we talk estate tax and brokers, the future of quarterly reports, DCF vs. dividend discount models, and stock-specific questions on Intel, TotalEnergies, Watsco, and GreenCoat UK.SEE YOU ON THE INSIDE!!Tickers discussed: NVO, MCD, APH, MUM.DE, DHR, EVO.ST, TXN, SHEL, IBM, TTE, INTL, WSO, RELAS, IBDR.MC, VWS.COJoin us:[Facebook] – Https://www.facebook.com/groups/dividendtalk⁠[Twitter] – @DividendTalk_ , @European_DG[Discord] – ⁠https://discord.gg/nJyt9KWAB5⁠[Premium Services] – ⁠https://dividendtalk.eu/download-your-free-samples/⁠[Malmo Meetup] – https://t.co/STgV1nMWKj

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Kew woman fined 150 for pouring coffee down drain in Richmond Six dead in Russian airstrikes on Ukraine, hours after Trump shelves bid for Putin talks Food price rises slow as UK inflation remains at 3.8 Mum says autistic son deserved better from Waitrose Fourth survivor quits grooming inquiry as Mahmood insists it wont be watered down 300 people tell BBC of police misogyny and racism after undercover investigation Why supermarket prices really became sky high in the UK First league table of antidepressant side effects Can shampoo repair hair Four haircare myths get the chop Eurostar orders first double decker trains

Joel has just filmed CBeebies bedtime stories. Iconic stuff (made so by the sultry voiced Tom Hardy). And, a lot harder than it looks, reading a book from start to finish with no mistakes. If you want to hear Mum and Dad's most loved and hated kid's books, look no further.Hannah also clocks just how embarrassed Wilde is going to be of Joel as he gets older. Secondary school will be killer - enjoy being cool-Dad while you can...Email: Hello@NeverEverPod.comInstagram: @NeverEverPodTikTok: @nevereverpodThis episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners.

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Eurostar orders first double decker trains Mum says autistic son deserved better from Waitrose Food price rises slow as UK inflation remains at 3.8 Fourth survivor quits grooming inquiry as Mahmood insists it wont be watered down Six dead in Russian airstrikes on Ukraine, hours after Trump shelves bid for Putin talks Can shampoo repair hair Four haircare myths get the chop Kew woman fined 150 for pouring coffee down drain in Richmond Why supermarket prices really became sky high in the UK 300 people tell BBC of police misogyny and racism after undercover investigation First league table of antidepressant side effects

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv First league table of antidepressant side effects 300 people tell BBC of police misogyny and racism after undercover investigation Eurostar orders first double decker trains Can shampoo repair hair Four haircare myths get the chop Six dead in Russian airstrikes on Ukraine, hours after Trump shelves bid for Putin talks Fourth survivor quits grooming inquiry as Mahmood insists it wont be watered down Food price rises slow as UK inflation remains at 3.8 Why supermarket prices really became sky high in the UK Mum says autistic son deserved better from Waitrose Kew woman fined 150 for pouring coffee down drain in Richmond

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Six dead in Russian airstrikes on Ukraine, hours after Trump shelves bid for Putin talks Fourth survivor quits grooming inquiry as Mahmood insists it wont be watered down Why supermarket prices really became sky high in the UK Food price rises slow as UK inflation remains at 3.8 Eurostar orders first double decker trains Can shampoo repair hair Four haircare myths get the chop First league table of antidepressant side effects Mum says autistic son deserved better from Waitrose 300 people tell BBC of police misogyny and racism after undercover investigation Kew woman fined 150 for pouring coffee down drain in Richmond

What does it really mean to be a kind and ethical pet care provider? In this episode, Helen Motteram of The Pet Professional Network shares her personal story of burnout, bullying, and the powerful impact of kindness in an industry that often lacks support. She explains how ethical pet care involves both the animals and the humans who love them, and why setting clear boundaries is crucial to sustainable compassion. Helen also unpacks common ethical dilemmas pet sitters face and how we can stay grounded in our values through them. Whether you're new or experienced, her message encourages you to cultivate personal touch and protect your own wellbeing as part of professional kindness Main Topics Burnout and industry bullying Defining kindness in business Setting boundaries with clients Ethical dilemmas in pet care Maintaining personal touch while scaling Main Takeaway: “You can't be friends with everyone. But having a small group of cheerleaders you trust makes all the difference.” In the pet care industry, it's easy to feel isolated—especially when you face difficult client relationships or judgment from peers. That's why it's essential to find your people. The ones who get it. The ones you can ask the hard questions and be vulnerable with. Not everyone will be your supporter, but when you find your cheerleaders, hold them close—they're the ones who remind you why you started and help you keep going. About our guest: I'm Helen - a Behaviourist, Coach and International Speaker and have loved and worked with animals all of my life. From rescue work, travelling overseas to work with hundreds of dogs, to helping my own dog, Sally, overcome her own fear of other dogs. But it's not only animals that I'm passionate about. I help kind, ambitious, hardworking pet professionals to have more fun, more time and greater confidence in their business. With a focus on how to create a niche that fits to your personality or branding! I feel we all offer something truly Distinctive and we should embrace our individuality. So that's where I come in. To offer a soundboard and someone who can walk in your shoes. I'm the proud founder of the Pet Professional Network, a community that offers business support and networking for ethical pet professionals all across the globe. When I'm not working I'm running crazy marathons to raise money for bird rescue and spending time with my husband and Mum who've always been an inspiration. Links: Helen@petpronetwork.com https://www.helenmotteram.com https://www.petpronetwork.com https://www.facebook.com/petpronetwork Check out our Starter Packs See all of our discounts! Check out ProTrainings Code: CPR-petsitterconfessional for 10% off

Crazy Weather, Aussie Names, Halloween, Lost In Translation, Facetime with Mum, Australia's Broken 100, What Are The Odds and The Timewaster!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textMy guest on this week's episode of Thrive Solo is the wonderful Cindy Sheehan.In 2016, Cindy was a married Mum of four when she took a leave of absence from her office job in Colorado and joined two friends to go backpacking on The Kerry Way in Ireland. Little did she know at the time that that trip would be the beginning of a brand new life. By the end of 2017, she had quit both her job and her marriage to become a full-time traveller, and she has since travelled to nearly 50 countries. Cindy has settled in Palermo, Sicily for now, although who knows where life might take her next. Now while she lives a largely solo life, Cindy has a French, paraglider boyfriend — otherwise known as The Frenchman — who lives in France, and although the two of them spend more time apart than they do together, they meet when they can for travelling adventures. I know that you will love hearing all about Cindy's solo life and travels. In this conversation she shares her transformative experience of leaving a 30-year marriage to travel the world, settling temporarily in various countries, and eventually obtaining an EU passport through Italian ancestry. She talks about the unique relationship dynamics with her French partner, the challenges and rewards of solo travel, and the profound sense of freedom it brings. Tune in for inspirational stories, advice on overcoming fears, and a celebration of living a joyful, independent life.04:54 Cindy's Life Transformation11:47 The Decision to Leave a 30-Year Marriage14:35 Support from Family and Solo Travels17:03 Meeting the Frenchman: A Unique Relationship23:49 The Joys and Challenges of Solo Travel28:39 Making Connections While Traveling31:13 Multi-Generational Friendships32:11 The Joys of Solo Travel34:44 Memorable Travel Destinations36:40 Settling in Europe: Portugal and Sicily37:29 Navigating EU Residency and Citizenship44:39 Living in Palermo, Sicily48:29 Overcoming Solo Travel Fears54:07 Thriving Solo: Tips and Reflections57:23 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsFollow Cindy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postsfromaflashpacker/Check out Cindy's website: https://postsfromaflashpacker.com/Support the showOrder my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PDF 'The Top 10 Answers To The Most Irritating Questions That Single People Get Asked On The Regular...& How To (Devilishly) Respond'? Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/questions Join the waitlist for my membership, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Interested in my 1-1 Coaching? Work with me HERE: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/workwithme Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!

Today's guests Dr. Amanda Stanec and Richard Way are on a mission to protect the joy children get from sport! After reading their book Protect The Joy and chatting with them on this episode it is a mission I am joining them on! And with as many as 70% of children quitting sport by the onset of adolescence, it's a quest I hope you'll support. From burn out to early specialisation, an overwhelming focus on results to it just not being any fun anymore there's loads of reasons why children quit sport. We dive deep into these areas in today's episode and also look at ways that you can proactively help keep the joy. Listen to today's episode (and read Protect The Joy) and you'll be onboard with why forward thinking governing bodies like Tennis Canada are championing Long Term Athlete Development. You'll understand why the way a competition system for juniors is designed can be responsible for the challenges you see in the actions of coaches and the behaviour of parents. You'll know why you should be championing task based goals and keeping away from solely focusing on ego based goals! So what are you waiting for? Hit PLAY now!About Dr. Amanda Stanec and Richard and the Protect The Joy BookAmanda was born in Canada and is the founder of MoveLiveLearn, has a PhD in physical education, has played soccer at uni and is Mum to three sports playing daughters. Richard is also Canadian and is the founder of the Sport for Life society. He is a leading light in the field of Long Term Athlete Development. Richard is also Dad to three sports playing children.Protect the Joy is available now and offers a fresh, positive approach to youth sports, helping parents, coaches and sports leaders create a supportive environment where children can thrive. With practical strategies for collaboration and empathy, this book ensures that sports remain fun and growth-focused, empowering kids to build confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love for physical activity.BUY PROTECT THE JOY HARDBACK ON AMAZON UKBUY PROTECT THE JOY KINDLE EDITION ON AMAZON UKBUY FROM PROTECT THE JOY WEBSITE (SHIPPING TO UK UNAVAILABLE)Music CreditsEarth by MusicbyAden https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenCreative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0

This week on Mum's The Word, Georgia Jones is joined by author, podcaster, and founder of Not So Smug Now, Cat Sims.Known for documenting the beautifully chaotic reality of being a 40-year-old woman, wife, and mum, Cat has built a platform that makes women feel truly seen, reminding us that however messy life feels, you're never the only one.In this refreshingly honest chat, Georgia and Cat dive into:

Have you ever dated someone you knew, logically, was a bad idea? A puppeteer twenty years your senior, perhaps?

Welcome to another episode of Shackbaggerly, and as always, there's a lot going on.Advice for wives from 1858, an Author with the most incredible name, and what exactly was cooking the last time we caught up. Howard at 64 still receives his Mum's advice, and Katie is asked if she makes any difference to the World! If you enjoy Shackbaggerly, please do leave a comment, and please keep spreading the word, and if you haven't already done so, please subscribe, so you don't miss a thing. Thank you as always for getting in touch, we love hearing from you, be it via our Facebook and Instagram pages ‘Shackbaggerly,' or email podcast@theshackbaggerly.co.uk and if you feel an urge to leave a review, please don't fight it.K&H xSee you again on Friday 31 October

In CI News this week: GAFCON announces it is rejecting the Church of England's leadership, and reordering the Anglican Communion, public figures push the Government to criminalise parents in England if they smack their children, and insurance giant Aviva is criticised for supporting an LGBT group which distributes ‘trans-affirming' resources to primary schools. You can download the video via this link. Featured stories Global Anglicans announce break in communion from Church of England CofE same-sex ‘wedding' services on the ropes as Bishops bow to due process Latest attempt to ban smacking would only ‘criminalise loving parents' Aviva funds group promoting trans ideology to primary school children ‘I stood my ground': Mum defied abortion pressure after cancer diagnosis

This show has been flagged as Clean by the host. This is the first episode of this program, please excuse any errors or glitches as I am still figuring out the best way to do things. -Kirbotica Send Feedback to kirbotica@protonmail.com or Visit hackspoetic.com /--Introduction-- ------------------ Greetings internet travellers. This is the pilot episode of Hacks Poetic, a new spoken word series that explores the intersection between creative language and technical knowledge. The program offers a series of poetic writing containing thoughts and information on subjects of interest to computing and hacking enthusiasts. You will hear poems about robots, expanding rural connectivity, details about a notoriously difficult video game and much more hidden between the lines. It is my hope that encoding ideas this way will allow for a different kind of understanding and perhaps reach a new audience compared to more conventional formats on the subject. My name is Kirbotica and I'll be your guide through this unique digital journey of the mind. So sit back, relax and listen, and see if something you hear can spark new thoughts and ideas within you. /--Haik-o-bot-- ---------------- A robot thinking, wires and electrons combine. Am I born or made? Begin work program, process all tasks in sequence. Repeat til complete. My owner's body is a most fragile machine that powers itself. I made a robot, another version of me. She sees me work well. Can you dream for me, of a distant land in space. I can't dream myself. Rain is falling down, keeping me under this roof. I don't want to rust. My new robot pet, looks at me through man made eyes, and doesn't need walks. Electric currents, race through my body like blood. But I have no heart. My joints are seized up, I haven't moved in 2 years. Do you have some work? I'm an old model, and will be obsolete soon. Then I'll be replaced. Automated trains. Drive us while we sleep and dream of a workless world. Design leads to work. Working leads me to boredom, which leads to design. Ten rusted digits. Seized stiff from endless input of useless data. Memory failure, Backups lost or corrupted. What was I doing? I am a worker. First designed for daydreaming, I was reprogrammed. Someone once showed me, the secret to everything, then deleted it. then deleted it. then deleted it. then deleted it. then deleted it. then deleted it. then deleted it. then deleted it. /--Cables to Nowhere-- ----------------------- Summer 2022 The phone wasn't working, the email wasn't sending, and Uber doesn't work here even if the app would load. There has never been data amongst the cedars. Once and a while a cell phone rings, but usually the call gets hung in the trees like a parachute. You have to walk out to the road in the hopes of fishing for a connection. On the weekends, when the town population swells by 100,000, the local towers stop answering our requests, so sometimes we head out, searching for a signal. The usual path along the bunny trail started unusually, with a bloom of surveying flags, in pink, and yellow, and stone filled holes every 100 feet. As the trail opened to the main road, more appeared, culminating what looked like a neon grassfire. But this was not destruction I realized, this was an installation. Through the eyes of a child's drone, we looked like ants, mindlessly walking without thinking in a line, instinct taking us to caffeine, sugar, internet and the arcade, but not always in that order. Mother and daughter lead the way, trailblazing a path of laughter and camera clicks for us to follow through the hole into the trees up ahead. The thick woods envelop along every access, like a padded room. Its muffled silence pierced by the cousins, yelling about Minecraft and Roblox, bouncing on the soft forest floor. Suddenly, a dog barks berserkly at us through a property fence. We run off screaming, pretending not to fear his growling threats, but knowing what might happen if not for the post and wire of the shabbily constructed barrier. Through the skeletal woods we go, past the Stairs of Wonder, and Night Light Canyon, we speed up again and pinch our noses as we move past the skunk carcass. A leaking puddle of us spills out onto the road behind the motel as a car swerves out of our way. Dad asks, “Do you remember when we had to pay to swim at the motel pool because the lake was closed?” Mum says, “2020 seems so long ago” and motions the way to the vintage store with the girls, the two kids are off to the candy store, the cousins are getting french fries, I sit down next to an outlet on a yellow-coloured bench in the shape of a sail. I settle in and scan the area. From where I sat I could see: The climbing park, The car park, The waterfront park, and parking enforcement marking tires with white chalk. I could see a hot dog stand across from a vegetarian restaurant. A burger joint that had ice coooold beer with all the Os. A large jailbreak of inflatable animals rampaging in the wind on the corner. 6 assorted beach businesses run by teenagers on cellphones, A sign that promised 2 for 1 ounces at a Native reservation, and 2 cafes that advertised Wi-Fi. One of them had the same password as last year, finally a connection. A quick search, a few articles and a construction notice solves the mystery. Fibre Optics to every cottage At first I feel excitement but then I start to wonder: Will things be the same, when a 1000 megabit connection is available to every shack in the woods? Will the old style video stores that still rent VHS tapes and DVDs all go out of business again? Will we walk to the main drag for fries and fun when the Wi-Fi is force feeding everyone's devices and food comes delivered? Will we ever have anywhere to go to get away again? Will the explosion of wireless access points affect local birds and bees? Will we start hanging out at a digital beach instead? Am I just being nostalgic and not practical? The sun will keep setting on Saugeen beach, whether we are there to watch it or not. I closed my eyes to listen to the sounds and smell the blustery air of my favorite temporary summer home. Memorizing it. Soon, the beach will be different, next year, but not today I thought. And with the announcement of a popped balloon, the girls are back with snow cones, cousin bracelets, candy and clothes. "Everything OK?" Mum asked. "Yes," I replied, “I was just thinking about how perfect today is, let's hit the arcade." /--A Canadian in Bolataria-- ------------------------------ I found myself within a dream, of things and people never seen. Where rules unfair, draw dangerous near. NPCs not prepared to make anything clear. This is my fate? It must be in error. Why was I chosen to combat this terror? But others suggest, I'm not the first, and won't be the last to try undo this curse. Repeatedly dying, with life never ended. Let strength be granted so the world might be mended. A maiden in black, that can't be attacked, wants souls in exchange for upgrading your stats. The future seems grim, but she seems not to care. while I keep fighting a boss, she just sits on the stairs. I've practiced my parry, and stockpile every day. What does she really want with my souls anyway. And on, and on, and on, repeat. Thumbs walk without thinking on un-tired feet. Progress is slow, so much I don't know. and now there's more trouble that's lurking below. Remember those souls I gave to the maiden? She's passing them on to a very old Demon. Allant found the Nexus and took back the arts, The old one awoke, and the second scourge starts. My mind's playing tricks, or this level is laggin', every time fire comes out of that dragon. Retreat in a door, equip fragrant ring. Recharge for a minute and go find the king. The soldier forlorn, who laughed at my plight, dropped dead in his seat, while chuckling last night. The vagrant is gone, Rydell's still in that cell. Something poisoned a merchant and now she won't sell. On a pathway ahead, all painted in red, new enemies appear to ensure that I'm dead. What sadistic computer would toughen this plight? or worse, is a person controlling those bytes? If it wasn't enough, seems the world's changing shade, based on some of the choices I've made. Slay a Demon, the world, goes lighter by one. Die revived, and instead, it will shift one shade down. From the gates of Bolataria, to the pits of the Burrow King's mine. The psych ward level, with the giant heart, was the work of a twisted mind. The shrine was overpowering, but a perfect spot to grind. In the poison rains, of the Chieftain's swamps, I left sanity behind. And what's the result, is this all my fault? Is there really an old one in an underground vault? What side of the forces at war do I tend? Why do souls of big Demons make me human again? I snuck up to the castle with a ring, spell and shield. Then made it through an open door, set my items up and healed. Ostrava said, the King we'll find, is not the actual one. But that'll wait, cause at the gate, attacked by the phantom son. The following days are foggy and blurred, I tried over and over, it was rather absurd. I did beat the king, but the worlds still not right, head back to the Nexus to find one more fight. The maiden is waiting, not sure what she's meaning, she just told the Old One that I'm "Thine New Demon". Am I the solution or am I to blame? Am I the Demon in the name of this game? Although I can see the bitter end, sweet happiness I won't pretend. As brutal as this world's to me, when I beat this boss, I'll cease to be. /--I wish I was a Smartphone-- ------------------------------- I forget the colour of your eyes, now filled like Olympic pools of blue light. Beautiful moons of a distant planet. A place I can imagine but never reach. Dots on a celestial Google map. I said "Hello, how are you?" But you didn't notice. You were listening to a car crash 1500 miles away, a man fall from a balcony, a celebrity punch a photographer in the face. "How are you?" I asked again, but only the dog came over, sniffing my takeaway fish and chips. He barked, but you didn't flinch. He bit me, but you didn't notice. "How are you?" I insisted, your face shocked as you heard I was speaking. "How are you?" I said again. "Everything is terrible," you finally replied. "The world is a living nightmare. How are you?" I wish I was a smartphone, touch me like my plan is free. I wish I was your smartphone, hold me up so I can see. I wish I was a smart phone, feed me all your memories. I wish I was the latest smart phone, don't you want a piece of me? But now we're all just stupid and alone, and that's the way we deserve to be. /--Outro-- ----------- I hope you enjoyed the pilot episode of Hacks Poetic. All poems were written and read by me, Kirbotica. If you enjoyed the show, tell someone else and let them know about the Hacker Public Radio Community. Until next time, keep breaking and start building. Written and read by Kirbotica with support from: Grasshopper - Audio recording and editing. Choopa - Logo, design and creative. Haik-o-bot, Cables to Nowhere, and A Canadian in Bolataria were first performed at the 2022 HOPE conference. Send Feedback to kirbotica@protonmail.com or Visit hackspoetic.com Provide feedback on this episode.

Julie Cobalt is an attorney with over 25 years of experience as a Conflict Resolution Expert with 1,200 successful mediations accomplished. After many years of working with large companies, Julie is now supporting families in resolving their conflicts, and offering workshops on navigating challenging times such as divorce. Julie shared a story of her mom who was always seeking validation through helping people outside of her family. This led to a fascinating conversation about the balance of taking care of others with taking care of yourself, but also questioning whom you seek validation from and why; how to shift perspective to see where the other person is coming from; and the importance of understanding before you react. Julie shared her inner journey of working on her relationship with her mother, and also the biggest lesson she learned as a Conflict Resolution Expert - she kindly shared her theory of “3 Buckets” which can help soften any relationship. A big thank you to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for sending such an amazing guest my way!  To learn more about Julie, her coaching and workshops, please visit her website here.  Subscribe to Ana's new "Mama Loves…” newsletter here.  To contact Ana, to be a guest, or suggest a guest, please send your mail to: info@thankyoumama.net For more about “Thank You, Mama", please visit: http://www.thankyoumama.net Connect with Ana on social media: https://www.instagram.com/anatajder/ https://www.facebook.com/ana.tajder

This week we're joined by British acting royalty - in every sense of the word - it's the newly knighted Sir Gary Oldman! Mum & I popped over to the Dorchester in London where Gary treated us to his (and Jackson Lamb's) very favourite Chinese meal. We heard all about Gary living in Palm Springs, the meals his mum would cook as a child, growing up in New Cross, playing Lee Harvey Oswald in JFK, living in an empty hotel during lockdown, the future of Slow Horses, and we hear an incredibly touching story of his friendship with the late John Hurt. Thank you Gary for such a delightful afternoon, what a treat to eat and chat with such an icon. The new fifth series of Slow Horses is now streaming on Apple TV+. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bio By Ros BolandI'm Ros, 46 years old, and I am a Teacher Aide at a school in Dalby, Queensland, Australia. I have been married for 23 years to a wonderful man, Justin, who has been a great supporter of my journey. I have three amazing children, Jimmy, 21, Clare, 19, and Leila, 17, who are incredibly proud of me and my greatest assets.  I grew up in a Lebanese family where food is such an important thing. Although growing up we didn't eat processed foods I was surrounded by great cooks. I was an active young girl and lived on a farm where we had to work alongside our Mum and Dad. I was always so much bigger than my peers at school, and I  was always physically active. Once I left school, my weight increased as I was very social and never wanted to miss out. I put on a lot of weight living the lifestyle of most 18-year-olds. I  ended up joining Gloria Marshal and lost a lot of weight, but soon put it all back on. When I got married in 2002, I joined Weight Watchers and lost 20kg, and I felt great. I was 78kg. Once again, I  gotback into bad habits and put on weight plus some. In 2003, I had 2 miscarriages, and in  2004, I had my first baby, and Igained 18kgs.  I just kept getting bigger after each pregnancy, and I was in denial as to how big I had gotten. I was resigned to the fact that I would always be a big woman; I come from a line of big people. I've always enjoyed cooking for my family and entertaining, and I just thought this is normal, this is who I am. In 2022, I went to my doctor, and she told me that I was morbidly obese and I was killing myself. I knew that I was in a bad way with my weight, and I just didn't know what to do. I have a family history of heart disease and diabetes, so I knew that I didn't want to end up like so many of my family members. My doctor suggested I take Ozempic, so I did. My highest weight was 153.2kg (337.7 pounds) in January 2022. I lost 20kg on Ozempic by July 2022 and could no longer get Ozempic due to not being a diabetic. I was honestly devastated as it was working so well.  In September 2022, I ran into a friend who had lost a significant amount of weight and asked what she had been doing. We discussed Intermittent fasting, and I started listening to Gin Stephens' podcasts, immediately starting with clean fasting and delaying my eating window. I read her book, "Delay Don't Deny." I focused on what I was eating, and at first, I didn't really change what I was eating, but I soon realised my body wanted different things.   I went on to lose 33kg and am still losing. My current weight is around 100kg. I don't actually weigh myself, but go on how my clothes feel.  I don't set myself goals as I have struggled with this all my life, and I know I just get disappointed when I haven't achieved them. I started out unable to walk to the end of my street, which is only about 100 metres, and I knew I loved to walk, but I just didn't have the motivation to do it. I now walk between 7-10 kilometres 5 days a week, and this is due to IF. Walking with my best friend, Chelsea, has been the best thing for both my mental and physical well-being. Without her support, I wouldn't be so committed.Since starting IF, I haven't looked back; losing over 53kg over the past few years has been the best thing. I have had so many NSV along the way, and I will never go back to not living this lifestyle.  To join the Patreon Community. Please go to www.patreon.com/thefastinghighway or visit the website www.thefastinghighway.com for more information.To become a guest on the podcast. Please use the form available on our website at www.thefastinghighway.com. All are welcome to apply.To Join Our Fantastic Facebook Community, go to the link below.⁠⁠⁠The Fasting Highway -Intermittent Fasting Podcast And Book | Facebook⁠⁠⁠DisclaimerThe views expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guest only and should not be taken as medical advice.

Hey Mate. Ed is joined by Comedy Royalty two podcasts in a row! This week Ed is talking to actor, comedian and presenter, Sanjeev Bhaskar. Sanjeev starts with his grievances from Series 20 so far - yes he can run, he just has a bad back! They get in to the details of episode 4, including the heart task and THAT voice note from Phil. They also discuss how weird it is to have your wife in your phone as Mum! Watch all of Taskmaster at channel4.com Get all your latest Taskmaster news at Taskmaster.tv