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Vinny Crispino is a Certified Personal Trainer and the Founder of Pain Academy in California. A former 8x All-American Olympic hopeful, Vinny's career was halted by a severe back injury during a surfing accident. After twelve years mastering pain management and corrective exercise techniques, Vinny has helped complete beginners and elite athletes overcome debilitating injuries and pain. The Pain Academy distills this expertise into an accessible format, offering a pathway to recovery for anyone struggling with physical limitations, and Vinny joins #OntheMark to teach you his techniques to better movement, better golf-swings and a better mind-body connection for pain reduction. Topics covered include: The "Mind-Body connection" and Pain How the Brain functions and operates and Neural Pathways and their Function Nervous System Disregulation How the Body is designed to Heal Itself The Physical Symmetrical Design of the Body, and How the Golf-swing adds Assymetry The Golf-swing's Adaptations and those effects on Personal Life Building and Growing a Swing with Nervous System Efficiency Somatic Training Nervous System Rest and Getting Back to Neutral, and Avoiding the Spiral of Self Sabotage and Panic. Vinny also shares a movement set you on your way to self-regulatd balance and calm. You can also watch this entire podcast as a vodcast on YouTube. Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.
Send us a textThis week on the Less Stressed Life, we're unpacking the messy, confusing, and sometimes stressful world of feeding little ones. Jordyn Koveleski Gorman, a speech-language pathologist and feeding specialist, joins me to talk about starting solids, baby led weaning, gagging, picky eating, and how to build a healthy relationship with food from the very beginning.We dig into the myths and realities of baby led weaning, why purees still matter, how to approach picky eating without shame, and the surprising role of sensory exploration and language in shaping food preferences.If you've ever wondered whether you're “doing it right” when it comes to starting solids or worried about picky eating, this conversation brings both clarity and practical next steps.KEY TAKEAWAYS: • A flexible combo of baby led weaning and purees works best • Early chewing reduces picky eating risk • Gagging is normal and part of learning • Neutral language builds healthier food associations • Whole food swaps help ease away from constant snackingABOUT GUEST:Jordyn Koveleski Gorman is a licensed speech-language pathologist, feeding specialist, and the founder of Eat Play Say, an online resource hub for parents who want clear, expert-backed answers about speech, feeding, and play development. With nearly a decade of clinical experience, Jordyn leads a team of pediatric specialists serving over 700,000 followers and a community of parents around the world. Eat Play Say has collaborated with companies like Lalo, ByHeart, Primally Pure, and Little Spoon, and continues to expand its offerings, from digital playbooks and developmental handbooks to consultations. As a mom of two, she knows what it's like to Google everything, and created Eat Play Say so you don't have to.WHERE TO FIND:Website: https://www.eatplaysay.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatplaysay WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionistPodcast Instagram: @lessstressedlifeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlifeNUTRITION PHILOSOPHY OF LESS STRESSED LIFE:
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Ever stood outside and realized your "matching" neutrals suddenly looked terrible together? You're not alone. Interior design expert Maria Killam discovered something game-changing: there are nine distinct neutral undertones, and they don't all play nicely together. In this episode, I'll share what Maria can teach us about neutral undertones and how understanding this principle can revolutionize both your home and your wardrobe. From pink-beige to violet-grey, learn why your neutrals clash and how to create harmony instead. Plus, discover how this connects to finding your signature style through visual identity integration. Download my free guide - Discover Your Style DNA: A Guide to Seasonal Energy & Personality Colors to start discovering your true colors today! Let's connect! Want to learn more about how to discover your Style DNA? Start with The Congruence Code! To suggest a podcast topic, send email to hello@signaturestylesystems.com.
Send us a textStarted too late, desk on the terrace, sound may dip, mind awake.Welcome to the quiet safe macro room.Seekers of clear stories.Turning noise into knowledge.The economy is a machine.Complicated, not mystical.I round to whole moves.Neutral.Call it mauve.I hate decimal points.They pretend at precision.Jobs talk is the usual racket.Hiring, but careful.Never mind the bollocks.Friday has become a freakin freak show.Heads should roll.Pros do not trade payrolls.Building paused.Housing stalled.Gimme Shelter.We crave refuge when money bites.Texas flickered from gloom toward less gloom.Short bills steady.Shutdown drama hums.One game of egos here, another game of catastrophe over there.You can decide which is which.Crypto jumped.A quiver in the black mirror.The scoreboard ended in a pause.Stocks flat.Bonds flat.Dollar flat.Gold climbing toward a big round promise.Oil heavy and sulking.Electronic Arts, giant all cash take private at a full price.Dopamine factories earn a premium.Scarcity meets leverage.Big money wants in.Another platform could crash the party.I would buy the pure play dopamine makers, not advice, just a tired man thinking aloud.The orange can.Pay me now, or pay me later.First Brands chose later.Bankruptcy.A stress flare in private credit when spreads look paper thin.Stories like this haunt turning points.My brothers and sisters, I am watching you.See what you do.Never mind the bollocks, mind the breakouts.Mauve day, not mayday.The risk mirror blinked.Dopamine factories get full price.Pay me now, or pay me later.Breathe like a human.Think like an owner.Act only when the odds are kind.This was Acid Breath.See you tomorrow.Support the show⬇️ Subscribe on Patreon or Substack for full episodes ⬇️https://www.patreon.com/HughHendryhttps://hughhendry.substack.comhttps://www.instagram.com/hughhendryofficialhttps://blancbleustbarts.comhttps://www.instagram.com/blancbleuofficial⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Leave a five star review and comment on Apple Podcasts!
Wolfspeed (WOLF) surged to the upside after avoiding Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Diane King Hall talks about the stock's volatile history and how A.I. hopes added to the company's stunning rally. Goldman Sachs tuned down its bullishness on Spotify (SPOT) through a downgrade from buy to neutral. Diane notes a similar analyst move seen in Oklo Inc. (OKLO) from BofA.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
Gospel Courage: When Pastors Cower, the Church Stays Neutral & Bold Men Bleed for the Truth In this hard-hitting episode, Pastor Joseph Spurgeon is joined by Pastor Tim Bushong to talk about the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the cowardice in America’s pulpits. They expose the myth of political neutrality, unpack biblical justice, and sound the alarm for men to rise up with gospel courage. This episode also dives into the “Jesus & Politics” conference, why liberal “Christians” are enemies of the cross, and how music, theology, and manhood all intersect for Christ's glory. Topics Covered: ✅ Why Charlie Kirk’s death was martyrdom✅ Why most pastors said nothing the next Sunday✅ Pietism, neutrality, and soft shepherds✅ The biblical case for justice, vengeance, and boldness✅ Why the leftist church is an enemy of the gospel✅ Jesus is political—because He’s King✅ How the “Jesus & Politics” conference equips the remnant✅ Music, manhood, and building godly culture ⏰ Chapters: 00:00 – Cold Open: Martyrs, Truth, and Warning Shots03:20 – Revelation 21: Cowards Go First to Hell04:15 – Intro to Guest: Pastor Tim Bushong05:00 – What Is “Jesus & Politics”? Conference Origins & Growth08:00 – Local Pastors, Lean & Mean Conferences, Family Focus10:45 – Politics, Pietism, and the Myth of Neutrality15:00 – Why Liberal “Christians” Are Enemies of Christ20:00 – Biblical Justice vs. Social Justice Lies24:30 – Trannies, Testimony, and the Heartbreak of Deception29:00 – The Culture War Is a Spiritual War32:00 – Music, Masculinity & Worshiping God with Grit35:00 – Charlie Kirk’s Death: Martyrdom or Political?38:45 – Why Silence from Pastors Is a Tragedy42:00 – What Churches Should Have Said47:30 – Vengeance, Justice, and the Civil Magistrate50:30 – Gospel Courage and Loving Your Enemies Like a Man55:00 – Final Thoughts: Raise Bold Sons, Preach with Fire Support the MissionWe’re still raising funds to expand Sovereign King Academy and keep tuition affordable for families. Want to invest in the future of Christ’s Kingdom?
Fredrik snackar med Mattias Karlsson om Javaforums och Jfokus historia och nutid. Hur blir man plötsligt arrangör för en stor årlig konferens på bara 18 år? Mattias berättar om Javaforums historia och hur meetups har förändrats över tid. Därifrån kommer vi naturligt in på Jfokus och dess historia. Det började med småbarn. Bland annat avhandlas att hitta och välja talare - Mattias delar med sig av flera bra tips för dig som funderar på att ansöka till konferenser. Det handlar inte bara om att vara klatschig och sticka ut! Vi diskuterar också att få ut mer av konferenser, läskiga teknikproblem, och hur mycket jobb det egentligen är att arrangera evenemang för utvecklare. Avsnittet sponsras av Ellipsis: vi (okej, Fredrik) kan klippa din podd och få den att låta lika bra som Kodsnack! Med mer än tio år och 1200 avsnitts erfarenhet kan Ellipsis få din podd redigerad, kapitelförsedd och utrustad med en solid länklista på ett effektivt och professionellt sätt. Ett stort tack till Cloudnet som sponsrar vår VPS! Har du kommentarer, frågor eller tips? Vi är @kodsnack, @thieta, @krig, och @bjoreman på Mastodon, har en sida på Facebook och epostas på info@kodsnack.se om du vill skriva längre. Vi läser allt som skickas. Gillar du Kodsnack får du hemskt gärna recensera oss i iTunes! Du kan också stödja podden genom att ge oss en kaffe (eller två!) på Ko-fi, eller handla något i vår butik. Länkar Mattias Javaforum Sun Café opera AWS summit Ivar som driver Javaforum i Malmö Mikael Tiberg och Foo café i Malmö Jfokus Stockholm waterfront Slagthuset i Malmö Sessionize Spring Broadcom Ellipsis - låt Fredrik klippa din podd! Rekommendationen kommer från Underjords Lars Wikman som Fredrik klippte Regular programming åt Javazone i Norge Foss-north Full stack fest Matz, skapare av Ruby Filmstaden Sergel Electrum i Kista Titlar Umgås med vårt skrå Gratis mat på Café opera Ett mer oberoende Javaforum På neutral plats Jobbigt att resa iväg Mjölk som kokar Som en lök Hundra talarslots En chans på tio Begriplig och intressant Tusen personer i publiken Alla vill ju att du ska lyckas Gå på någonting som känns helt off Jag behöver inte välja själv En tolk i en box Lugnt ut på ytan
GIFT Nifty signals a neutral start, but flat openings rarely stay flat for long. Beneath the calm, markets could be quietly setting up for a move.In this episode, Neel Parekh decodes what neutral sentiment could really mean, the levels that matter most, and the sectors to watch as the day unfolds.
GIFT Nifty signals a neutral start, but flat openings rarely stay flat for long. Beneath the calm, markets could be quietly setting up for a move.In this episode, Neel Parekh decodes what neutral sentiment could really mean, the levels that matter most, and the sectors to watch as the day unfolds.
GIFT Nifty signals a neutral start, but flat openings rarely stay flat for long. Beneath the calm, markets could be quietly setting up for a move.In this episode, Neel Parekh decodes what neutral sentiment could really mean, the levels that matter most, and the sectors to watch as the day unfolds.
On Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dr. Braxton Nguyen, chiropractor and clinic owner of Access Health Centers (Portland & Beaverton), to break down why posture isn't cosmetic—it's structural and neurological. We cover the most common desk mistakes, simple daily corrections, how core strength and ergonomics protect your spine, and why “structure affects function” (breath, energy, cognition). Dr. Nguyen shares his sports-injury origin story, the risks of masking pain with meds, and evidence-based ways to correct alignment before degeneration sets in. Tight, actionable, and designed to help you feel and perform better—at work and in life. About the guest : Dr. Braxton Nguyen is a chiropractor and Chiropractic BioPhysics® practitioner, founder of Access Health Centers in Portland and Beaverton. After a major knee injury in high school led to chronic pain, he pursued spine-focused, evidence-based care to correct structure, restore function, and help patients avoid unnecessary surgeries. Key takeaways: Structure drives function. Posture isn't just looks—spinal alignment influences the nervous system, breathing capacity, energy, and mental focus. The silent culprit at desks: Slouching pulls the head forward, rounds shoulders, and collapses the low back—cascading stress from neck to lumbar spine. Ergonomics that actually work: Feet flat, back supported, screen at eye level, elbows near 90°, and a small lumbar support to keep the natural curve. Move every 30 minutes. Micro-breaks and posture resets prevent repetitive-strain accumulation (alternate sit/stand if possible). Train the core daily. Neutral pelvis, lower-ab activation, and gentle desk drills stabilize alignment without special gear. Mind–body cues: Use an “invisible string” visual—lift crown, stack ears over shoulders, shoulders over hips—to re-educate posture on the fly. Breath = posture. Opening the ribcage improves oxygenation and clarity; rounded posture restricts lung expansion. It's rarely “too late.” Early evaluation can halt/slow degeneration; structural corrective care (including imaging) personalizes rehab paths. Recovery story: A sports injury, persistent pain, and concern about reliance on opioids pushed Dr. Nguyen toward structural, root-cause solutions. Build with purpose. For health pros and founders: lead with mission and patient outcomes—people feel authenticity and follow through. Connect with the guest : Website: accesshealthcenters.comConnect via his website: https://www.accesshealthcenters.com/contact-us/ Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.
Send us a textIn this Ask Beth & Lisa episode of Writers With Wrinkles, Beth McMullen and Lisa Schmid share updates on their current writing projects and dive into hot publishing topics: copyright oversight, AI-related lawsuits, and the rules of using brand names in fiction. They also unveil details for their new First Page Feedback segment and tease an upcoming Writers With Wrinkles retreat.Guest Bio No guest this week—just cohosts and authors Beth McMullen (Mrs. Smith's Spy School for Girls, Lola Benko Treasure Hunter, Secret of the Storm) and Lisa Schmid (Ollie Oxley and the Ghost), bringing candid advice and insider stories from the world of publishing.Key Discussion PointsWriting Updates: Lisa announces she's pivoting from middle grade to writing cozy mysteries, while Beth wrestles with revisions on her dark psychological thriller. Both share challenges of voice, tense, and confidence in switching genres.Copyright Oversight: A cautionary tale about publishers failing to file proper copyrights—why authors must confirm their works are registered, the risks of neglect, and how it connects to ongoing AI lawsuits. Link for checking your copyright status: https://copyright.gov/Trademark Use in Fiction: Guidelines for mentioning real brands in your writing. Neutral product mentions (Coke, Nike) are fine, but avoid negative associations that harm a brand's reputation. Learn when to invent fictional stand-ins and why publishers sometimes over-police brand references.First Page Feedback: Writers can now anonymously submit the first 350 words of a work-in-progress (picture book, MG, YA, or adult) for on-air feedback. Focus is on craft, clarity, and hook. Full submission details available at writerswithwrinkles.netUpcoming Retreat: Beth and Lisa tease a low-pressure writing retreat designed for community building, creativity, and wine—with hints about the Mark Twain Room at their chosen venue.Next Episode Preview: Agent Leslie Zampetti returns to discuss red flags and best practices for author-agent relationships.Conclusion This episode blends practical advice with personal storytelling—whether you're navigating genre shifts, protecting your copyrights, or deciding how to handle trademarks in your manuscript. Don't forget to check the show notes for the copyright lookup link, submission details for First Page Feedback, and to sign up for the Writers With Wrinkles newsletter at writerswithwrinkles.netPlease rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help spread the word! Support the show Visit the WebsiteWriters with Wrinkles Link Tree for socials and more!
This week on DCO Discourse, host Vijay speaks with Dr. Neta Gear, Executive Director of DCO and a longtime leader in the mental health field. Together, they dive into a challenging, but crucial conversation: race in therapeutic settings. Dr. Gear unpacks why therapy is rarely truly “race-neutral,” how systemic inequities shape mental health, and why representation among counselors matters for trust and outcomes. Drawing on her own experiences as an immigrant, mother, and practitioner, she also reflects on generational trauma, cultural mismatches in care, and what it takes to make Canada's counseling field more inclusive and responsive. To connect with support related to this episode, or for anything else going on in your life, please visit www.dcontario.org/locations to find your nearest Member Centre. Many of our centers operate 24/7. Thank you for joining us, and we hope this episode encourages you to continue the conversation. If you have feedback or future content requests, please use the following link: https://forms.gle/o8yUPMss6wo8dP1X8
Dr. Amy Krentzman is an Associate Professor and Director of Research at the University of Minnesota School of Social Work. Her research interests include alcohol and other substance use disorders, positive psychology, spirituality, and journaling to support addiction recovery. Dr. Krentzman coauthored an article that was recently published in the Journal of Positive Psychology titled, Happiness with recovery from alcohol and substance use disorders predicts abstinence and treatment retention. In this podcast Dr. Krentzman talks about her interest in the field of recovery, the results of her study of happiness, and the concept of "North of Neutral," which is a core principle in Positive psychology. This principle means that just trying to fix problems is not enough of a goal, instead it suggests that a person's well-being can extend into a state characterized by flourishing, pursuing passions, and finding a sense of meaning in life. Helpful links: Summary of Happiness With recovery research study Positive Recovery Journaling Dr. Amy Krentzman video on gratitude in recovery
In dieser Episode bringt Alexandra Herget wie immer die aktuellen Entwicklungen aus der Corporate Sustainability Welt mit. Sie beleuchtet wichtige Neuigkeiten, wie die Harmonisierung von Standards zur Klimaberichterstattung, die Kopenhagener Erklärung von Wirtschaftswissenschaftlerinnen und die Keynote von Maria Furtwängler, die uns nachhaltig beeindruckt hat. Zudem werden die Neuerungen der CO2-Grenzausgleichsmechanismus (CBAM) und dessen Auswirkungen auf Unternehmen in der EU erläutert und erklärt.
Send us a textIntro: Quote of the Week: Desmond Tutu Unmasking the News: Politics of Power: Structural Racism in a New Suit: Religion as Cover: The Code of the Future: Strategies for Black Power: Fighting Laundered Extremism:Reflections and Call to Action:Outro: Sources:https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/trump-doj-fbi-director-james-comey-indictment/https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/sep/25/trump-rebrand-one-big-beautiful-bill-acthttps://ministrywatch.com/reality-tv-pastor-avoids-prison-for-alleged-elder-fraud/https://www.blackenterprise.com/game-developer-adaya-head-rewriting-the-code/https://www.vanityfair.com/news/story/charlie-kirk-ezra-klein-tanehisi-coatesPower Concedes Nothing without a Demand...
Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Dr. Fundile Nyati, Resident GP and CEO of Proactive Health Solution, discussing the different types of Cholesterol, the good, the bad and why the balance is key for your overall health. 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, on Saturdays and Sundays Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran recounts his first experience in a Federal Open Market Committee meeting and explains the factors that have lowered the neutral rate as he calls for rapid interest-rate cuts. Miran says he would “rather act proactively” to lower rates, than “wait for some giant catastrophe to occur.” He speaks with Bloomberg's Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz, and Annmarie HordernSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Banter DerbyChelsea fell to United over the weekend… and Segun made sure Charles (plus every Blue out there) felt all the heat.From savage digs to playful shade, the studio turned into a proper banter arena.Meanwhile, Femi stayed “Mr. Neutral” — but when the jabs circled back to United, even he couldn't dodge them. It's football talk the Sports Zone way: sharp, funny, and unfiltered.
(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) After an introduction to metta meditation, a guided meditation which includes the categories of benefactor, self, dear friend and a neutral being.
Dharma Seed - dharmaseed.org: dharma talks and meditation instruction
(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) After an introduction to metta meditation, a guided meditation which includes the categories of benefactor, self, dear friend and a neutral being.
A trash strike in a number of cities and towns in the area is over. Republican Texas Senator Ted Cruz speaks out against the indefinite suspension of Jimmy Kimmel. Russian athletes must continue to compete as "Neutral" at next year's Winter Olympics. Stay in "The Loop" with WBZ NewsRadio.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center: dharma talks and meditation instruction
(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) After an introduction to metta meditation, a guided meditation which includes the categories of benefactor, self, dear friend and a neutral being.
Can a carbon-negative, bio-based molecule replace legacy phosphonates and help you use less azole—without sacrificing corrosion performance? In this episode, host Trace Blackmore, CWT, welcomes Matheus Paschoalino, PhD Senior Business Development Manager and Microbial Control SME of Solugen, to unpack polyhydroxycarboxylic acids (PHCs) and how they're changing cooling-water programs from the field up. We cover HEDP replacement in light-duty systems, azole enhancement in copper-challenged waters, a second-generation cut for heavy-duty heat flux, and PHC behavior with oxidizers and non-oxidizer biocides. From Bioforge to Basin: How PHCs Are Made and Why It Matters Paschoalino explains Solugen's chemo-enzymatic “Bioforge” approach that oxidizes sugars (corn-syrup feedstock) into PHCs with very high yield and no practical byproducts—a pathway validated as carbon-negative. He outlines how different “cuts” (monoacid-rich vs. diacid-rich) map to different use cases, and notes current manufacturing capacity and adoption across hundreds of towers. Replacing HEDP in Light-Duty Programs For hospitals, HVAC, and other light-duty systems, PHCs have fully replaced HEDP as the anodic corrosion inhibitor while keeping PBTC for scale, enabling lower total phosphorus formulations with equal or better performance compared to status-quo organics. Azole Enhancement, Free Copper, and Real-World Cost Field work showed PHCs chelate metals quickly, protecting azole demand when free copper is present (e.g., after oxidizer flushing) and reducing expensive azole overdosing. One university case dropped an adjunct 8-ppm azole feed by pairing the base 3–4 ppm azole with PHC, yielding both corrosion control and lower discharge costs. Second-Generation PHCs for Heavy-Duty Heat Flux (Toward “Neutral Phosphorus”) At higher heat flux and stabilized-phosphate conditions, a diacid-rich second-generation PHC proved more stable, enabling orthophosphate reduction and opening a path toward “neutral phosphorus” programs that leverage background phosphate in municipal make-up. Bench data also show synergy with trace metals (e.g., zinc). Biocide Potentiation and Where It Works Best PHCs remain stable with oxidizers like chlorine dioxide and bleach. Their most compelling synergy shows up with non-oxidizers and peracetic acid (PAA): as a biocide potentiator, PHCs can reduce the need to overdose actives such as THPS, glutaraldehyde, quats, and DBNPA by first complexing interfering metals (e.g., Fe/FeS), letting the biocide perform as intended. Not “Bug Food”: Pilot Cooling Towers and Oxidizer Demand To address the industry's biggest concern with bio-based chemistries, Solugen ran side-by-side outdoor pilot cooling towers under identical bleach control. Result: comparable oxidizer usage and consistently low counts versus HEDP—evidence that PHCs don't fuel biofilm. Chelation Mechanics, Polymer Savings, and White Rust PHCs chelate beyond acid-group stoichiometry thanks to multiple hydroxyls and conformational effects—critical for controlling dissolved metals and protecting films. In stressed heat-flux/chlorine conditions, PHCs reduced calcium-phosphate fouling versus HEDP, often allowing polymer dosage cuts. Early data also show promise for white-rust mitigation on galvanized systems, with the diacid-rich cut delivering the strongest reductions. For practitioners, the message is pragmatic: PHCs aren't “lab curiosities.” They're fielded at scale, enabling lower-phosphorus programs, protecting costly azole inventories, widening the operational window under oxidizer stress, and potentiating select biocides—while staying compatible with common metals. If you manage cooling assets under cost, compliance, and performance pressure, this episode gives you a clear technical playbook to evaluate. Listen now, review the papers in the show notes, and test a pilot where it counts—on your heat exchangers. Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge! Timestamps 02:15 - Trace Blackmore shares a quick personal open: spotting the Goodyear Blimp (100th anniversary), using memories as fuel rather than limits, and a mindset reset around the word “can't.” 06:42 - Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals 09:23 - Water You Know with James McDonald 11:41 - Interview with Matheus Paschoalino, Senior Business Development Manager and Microbial Control SME of Solugen 12:02 - HEDP replacement in light-duty programs; lower total phosphorus without losing performance 19:13 - Heavy-duty heat flux: second-generation (diacid-rich) PHCs and reducing orthophosphate 20:39 - “Neutral phosphorus” approach 27:42 - Biocide potentiation: synergy with PAA; strongest effects with non-oxidizers (e.g., THPS) 33:03 - “Bug food?” Pilot side-by-side cooling towers (Houston) 37:39 - HEDP systems fouled with calcium phosphate while PHC system showed only minor patching (CTI paper) 41:44 - Early evidence: white-rust mitigation on galvanized systems (seeking field partners) Quotes “Use your past as history, not as a limiter.” - Trace Blackmore “Plan where you'll be; you never know what you'll learn or who you'll meet.” - Trace Blackmore “First-gen PHCs let us replace HEDP in light-duty programs and keep performance with lower total phosphorus.” - Matheus Paschoalino “Non-oxidizing biocides work best with PHCs—we target the metals first so you stop over-dosing the biocide.” - Matheus Paschoalino “We like to be very conservative… we start with the laboratory; we start with light duty. Now we are going to heavy duty.” Connect with Matheus Paschoalino, PhD Phone: 14847193979 Email: matheus.paschoalino@solugen.com Website: Home - New - Solugen | Solugen LinkedIn: Matheus P. Paschoalino, PhD | LinkedIn Solugen: Overview | LinkedIn Guest Resources Mentioned I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys Blog entitled “Achieving Phosphorus-Neutral Cooling Treatment Using Carbon-Negative Additives” by Solugen Verza360® Enables Cost Savings with Effective Biocide Potentiation in Produced Water - Oil & Gas Solutions Case Study by Solugen 2025 Winter Issue of CTI Journal paper TP24-16, “Toward Phosphorus-Neutral Cooling Tower Treatment Using Carbon-Negative Environmentally Friendly Additive” Presentation at AMPP entitled "Novel Biobased Carbon-Negative Corrosion Inhibitors Enabling Environmentally Friendliness" Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned AWT (Association of Water Technologies) Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses Submit a Show Idea The Rising Tide Mastermind Water You Know with James McDonald Question: Back in the day, what was the treatment used for corrosion inhibition in cooling water systems that was banned around 1985 in the United States from widespread use due to its toxicological impact? 2025 Events for Water Professionals Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.
The venture capital landscape is evolving, and a founder's choice of fund size and partner could make or break their business. In this episode, CJ sits down with Kyle Harrison, General Partner at Contrary and writer of the Substack Investing 101, to make sense of the changing incentives and power dynamics in the field of venture capital. He explains how capital agglomerators and cottage keepers are playing dramatically different games, how the ethics of backing competitors have changed since the advent of AI, why a fund's size is its strategy, and what the potential pitfalls of dilution could be for founders. The conversation also covers why the line between hype and tangible business value in AI is so blurry, the role of narrative as an economic driver, and why the most valuable thing a VC can offer might just be "borrowed credibility.”—LINKS:Kyle Harrison on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-harrison-9274b278/Contrary: https://www.contrary.comInvesting 101: CJ on X (@cjgustafson222): https://x.com/cjgustafson222Mostly metrics: https://www.mostlymetrics.comLINKS MENTIONED:* “The Unholy Trinity of Venture Capital”: * “The Horse, The Jockey, or The Whole Race?” * Endowment Eddie on X (@endowment_eddie): https://x.com/endowment_eddie* “Institutionalized Belief In The Greater Fool”: * “The Unbundling of Venture Capital”: * “The Productization of Venture Capital”: https://kwharrison13.com/essays/the-productization-of-venture-capital—TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Preview and Intro(02:23) Sponsor – Navan | Rillet | Pulley(07:13) VC Models: Cottage Keepers Versus Capital Agglomerators(11:16) Balancing Taking On Money and Finding Great Investments(16:35) Sponsor – Brex | Aleph | RightRev(20:54) Founder-Friendliness: The Ethics of Backing Competitors(26:33) When Fund Size Sabotages Outcomes(32:32) The Sins of Omission Versus Commission(36:02) The Dilution Trap for Operators in Venture-Backed Companies(38:17) Underestimating the Magnitude of the Outcomes(40:35) AI Hype, Valuation, and Real Business Impact(45:37) Market Psychology: Narrative and Story As Economic Drivers(48:21) Valuation: Cursor and Windsurf(52:50) The Unbundling of Venture Capital: What Founders Really Hire VCs For(1:01:47) Things To Consider When Choosing a VC(1:04:35) FTX Lessons & Compounding Growth(1:10:02) Kyle's Predictions for the Future of VC—SPONSORS:Navan is the all-in-one travel and expense solution that can give you access to exclusive, proprietary Nasdaq-validated data that reveals what's happening with corporate travel investments. See the Navan Business Travel Index at https://navan.com/bti.Rillet is the AI-native ERP modern finance teams are switching to because it's faster, simpler, and 100% built for how teams operate today. See how fast your team can move. Book a demo at https://www.rillet.com/metrics.Pulley is the cap table management platform built for CFOs and finance leaders who need reliable, audit-ready data and intuitive workflows, without the hidden fees or unreliable support. Switch in as little as 5 days and get 25% off your first year: https://pulley.com/mostlymetrics.Brex offers the world's smartest corporate card on a full-stack global platform that is everything CFOs need to manage their finances on an elite level. Plus, they offer modern banking and treasury as well as intuitive expenses and accounting automation, bill pay, and travel. Find out more at https://www.brex.com/metricsAleph automates 90% of manual, error-prone busywork, so you can focus on the strategic work you were hired to do. Minimize busywork and maximize impact with the power of a web app, the flexibility of spreadsheets, and the magic of AI. Get a personalised demo at https://www.getaleph.com/runRightRev automates the revenue recognition process from end to end, gives you real-time insights, and ensures ASC 606 / IFRS 15 compliance—all while closing books faster. For RevRec that auditors actually trust, visit https://www.rightrev.com and schedule a demo.##VentureCapital #VC #Startups #Founder #FundSize This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cjgustafson.substack.com
Jordan Rizzuto explains what a short-term yield curve inversion is telling us about “neutral policy rate” for the Fed. He compares the reactions in the bond and stock markets after the Fed's 25-basis-point rate cut Wednesday. As far as the path forward, he thinks we're still in more “wait and see mode” than the Fed wants to project. In stocks, “animal spirits appear strong,” Jordan says, and compares conditions now to the end of the ‘90s.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
In this episode of CrossPolitic, Gabe and Toby address the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and deliver a wake-up call to the American church. They argue that the church has catastrophically failed in its duty as shepherds, receiving an "F minus" grade for allowing wolves to infiltrate education systems while pastors refuse to warn their congregations about the dangers of public schools. They critique the humanistic unity message being promoted in response to Kirk's murder, explaining how this false religion, which elevates humanity rather than God as the ultimate standard, actually breeds the very violence it claims to oppose. The conversation takes a hard turn toward biblical truth, with the hosts drawing from 2 Corinthians 6 to emphasize that there can be no unity between light and darkness, between Christ and those who hate Him. They challenge the "thou shalt be nice" mentality that has captured much of American Christianity, calling instead for believers to recognize the fundamental war between Christianity and humanism that has raged for over 150 years. Fight Laugh Feast School Wars Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com
In this episode of CrossPolitic, Gabe and Toby address the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and deliver a wake-up call to the American church. They argue that the church has catastrophically failed in its duty as shepherds, receiving an "F minus" grade for allowing wolves to infiltrate education systems while pastors refuse to warn their congregations about the dangers of public schools. They critique the humanistic unity message being promoted in response to Kirk's murder, explaining how this false religion, which elevates humanity rather than God as the ultimate standard, actually breeds the very violence it claims to oppose. The conversation takes a hard turn toward biblical truth, with the hosts drawing from 2 Corinthians 6 to emphasize that there can be no unity between light and darkness, between Christ and those who hate Him. They challenge the "thou shalt be nice" mentality that has captured much of American Christianity, calling instead for believers to recognize the fundamental war between Christianity and humanism that has raged for over 150 years. Fight Laugh Feast School Wars Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com
In this episode of CrossPolitic, Gabe and Toby address the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and deliver a wake-up call to the American church. They argue that the church has catastrophically failed in its duty as shepherds, receiving an "F minus" grade for allowing wolves to infiltrate education systems while pastors refuse to warn their congregations about the dangers of public schools. They critique the humanistic unity message being promoted in response to Kirk's murder, explaining how this false religion, which elevates humanity rather than God as the ultimate standard, actually breeds the very violence it claims to oppose. The conversation takes a hard turn toward biblical truth, with the hosts drawing from 2 Corinthians 6 to emphasize that there can be no unity between light and darkness, between Christ and those who hate Him. They challenge the "thou shalt be nice" mentality that has captured much of American Christianity, calling instead for believers to recognize the fundamental war between Christianity and humanism that has raged for over 150 years. Fight Laugh Feast School Wars Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com
We welcome you back for our 12th Season here at the NBA Team! We start off our previews, changing it up a bit, starting with teams who are stuck in the position of being too bad to be good and too good to be bad, but most are spending like they think they have deep playoff potential- giving out max contracts, trading away future draft capital, bad drafting, this group has it all. This week Andrew and Adam cover Chicago, Miami (11:00), Toronto (21:30), New Orleans (30:30), Phoenix (42:55), Portland (53:30), and Sacramento (1:02:55) Enjoy!
"Technology is not just a 'thing' we use; it colors virtually every interaction we have in the world today. We use technology but then technology shapes us into the types of persons that further technology's demands. It's an unending cycle of compulsion-desire-formation." Today's show will take a look at technology as we walk through chapter 8 of Andrew and Christian Walker's new book, "What Do I Say When...?: A Parents' Guide to Navigating Cultural Chaos for Children & Teens." Bring your questions! There will be time for Q&A and callers! Andrew Walker (PhD in Christian Ethics) serves at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary as Associate Dean in the School of Theology, and Associate Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology. He is also the Director of the Carl F. H. Henry Institute for Evangelical Engagement. Additionally, he is a fellow in Christian Political Thought at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and serves as the Managing Editor of WORLD Opinions. Christian Walker is an accomplished curriculum writer, elementary school educator, and former children's ministry leader.
Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk and continue to share thoughts on how well the defense played, however both agree they do have some concern in regards to the injury AJ Terrell suffered, especially should he be out for an extended period. As they continue to discuss, they also share some thoughts on the Falcons offense seeming to be stuck in neutral whenever they reached the red zone.
Dan's tattoo tributes, a shameful puppet show story, and the #1 pick for the commune draft.
Bobby and Steve recapped the Saints' 26-21 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The Cajun Cannon evaluated the team's defensive performance against 49ers backup QB Mac Jones. Bobby praised edge rushers Carl Granderson and Chris Rumph II, while criticizing corners Isaac Yiadom and Alontae Taylor. Bobby explained that quarterback Spencer Rattler isn't the reason the team is losing games. The guys spoke to WWL listeners about the game. Bobby slammed the lack of production from Chris Olave and Juwan Johnson. Bobby and Steve also interviewed Albert Boez, the owner of "The Swamp Room."
Bobby and Steve recapped the Saints' 26-21 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The Cajun Cannon evaluated the team's defensive performance against 49ers backup QB Mac Jones. Bobby praised edge rushers Carl Granderson and Chris Rumph II, while criticizing corners Isaac Yiadom and Alontae Taylor. Bobby explained that quarterback Spencer Rattler isn't the reason the team is losing games. The guys spoke to WWL listeners about the game. Bobby slammed the lack of production from Chris Olave and Juwan Johnson. Bobby and Steve also interviewed Albert Boez, the owner of "The Swamp Room."
What if one simple discovery question could close your next big deal? Here's the one I used: “Tell me what's going on with your team?” Then I shut up and listened. The buying committee talked, debated, and worked their way toward their own clarity. By the end of the call, they had essentially closed the deal for me. I barely said a word. That's not a fairy tale—it happened. And it proves why most sales discovery fails: reps focus on their checklist and pitch instead of helping the buyer gain clarity. The Certainty Crisis Killing Your Deals Dr. Lorenzo Bizzi joined The Sales Gravy Podcast and revealed a simple truth: Buyer uncertainty kills deals. Traditional sales discovery often increases that uncertainty. Rigid qualifying questions, seller-centric agendas, and shallow data gathering make buyers feel misunderstood and cautious. When you approach discovery this way, you're eroding trust. Sure, buyers are evaluating your product—but they're also evaluating whether you understand their world. And if you can't help them gain clarity, even the best solution won't move the deal forward. The Science of Deep Sales Discovery The most effective influence tactic isn't charm, rapport, or even product demos. It's clearly displaying the arguments and reasons why your solution works for their specific situation. But you can't build rational arguments until you truly understand the problem. And you can't understand the problem until you master deep discovery. Deep discovery operates on two levels: The Organizational Level: What metrics matter to the company? What are the measurable business outcomes they're trying to achieve? What's the cost of inaction? The Individual Level: What's at stake for each stakeholder personally? How will this decision impact their performance review, their standing with leadership, and their career trajectory? Remember: Organizations don't make decisions. People do. The Power of One Question The most powerful discovery conversations start with one well-crafted, open-ended question that invites the buyer to tell their story—not your story about how great your product is. The question I used—"Tell me what's going on with your team?"—worked because it was: Open-ended, with no leading assumptions. Centered on their world, not my product. Neutral, without judgment or bias. Broad enough to go anywhere. When you ask the right question and then listen, the buyer starts convincing themselves. They begin connecting the dots between their current situation and what they need to change. And here's the key: If the buyer says it, it's the truth. If you say it, you're just another salesperson spinning a pitch. Cognitive Empathy Is The Difference Maker Dr. Lorenzo Bizzi defines several types of empathy. But for salespeople, the distinction that matters is simple: affective empathy pulls you off course, while cognitive empathy keeps you sharp, connected, and in control. Affective empathy—actually feeling what your buyers feel—will drain your energy and cloud your judgment. When they're frustrated, you get frustrated. When they're uncertain, you become uncertain. Cognitive empathy is different. It's the ability to recognize and understand what your buyer is feeling without taking it on yourself. You stay clear-headed and outcome-focused, while still connecting deeply with their situation. In discovery, cognitive empathy shows up in the emotional nuance most salespeople miss—a pause before they answer, a change in tone, or hesitation in their voice. That's your cue to lean in, ask a clarifying question, and uncover what's really driving their hesitation. "You paused when I asked about your current system. What's on your mind?" "I heard some frustration in your voice when you mentioned the timeline. Help me understand what's driving that." Deals get won in the emotional subtleties that surface-level discovery never uncovers.
Are you ready to challenge everything you've been told about fitness, weight, and who really belongs in the gym? Tune in to this powerful encore episode of “Better Than Fine” with host Darlene Marshall and featuring trailblazing guest Morit Summers—a New York City gym owner, personal trainer, and celebrated “fat fitness influencer” who's turning the wellness world upside-down.They dissect the real stories behind weight stigma in fitness spaces, the myths of “looking like a trainer,” and what it truly means to pursue wellness beyond the number on a scale. Discover how Morit's journey from a self-conscious teen to a weight-neutral fitness leader can open new doors for anyone tired of traditional gym culture. Whether you're a fitness pro, just getting started, or someone who never felt like you “fit in” at a gym, this episode dives deep into the Healthy at Every Size movement, weight-neutral personal training approaches, and the hidden power of moving your body for joy—not punishment. Hear practical tips for finding your place in any fitness environment and learn why Morit's Brooklyn gym ditched the scales and mirrors.This isn't just another conversation about weight loss—this is an invitation to redefine health, embrace your strength, and break free from industry stereotypes. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! The content shared in this podcast is solely for educational and entertainment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek out the guidance of your healthcare provider or other qualified professional. Any opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of NASM. Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm
In this episode of the Redeeming Truth Podcast, we dive into the opportunities and challenges of parenting in a tech-saturated world. Join our pastors, seasoned parents, and a tech expert as they discuss: Why technology is not neutral How to set healthy boundaries for your kids What tech leaders do with their own families The hidden dangers of devices and social media Practical steps every family can take to protect and disciple their children
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When someone dies, most people focus on the emotional loss. But what happens energetically? In this episode, Shelby explores the advanced spiritual concept of going to neutral—what it means, how it's initiated, and why it's the key to a clean grid. Drawing from her personal experience and conversations with her mentor, Shelby explains: · What happens when a dying person has served as an energetic vessel for light · Why calling a mentor to "go to neutral" finalizes their ascension · How neutrality affects physical healing, emotional peace, and spiritual completion for the living Whether you're a healer, gridworker, or someone navigating grief, this episode will bring peace, insight, and closure to the transition process. This episode explains what it means when a soul “goes to neutral” —why it's a sacred process in spiritual ascension, how it impacts those left behind, and why neutrality is the final step in closing energetic loops. Shelby explores how advanced souls serve as vessels for collective transformation and how mentors play a role in anchoring that soul into the light. This episode is both deeply personal and universally important for anyone navigating death on the ascension path.
Lumbopelvic positioning or “neutral spine” has spawned more conversations and controversies in the Pilates world than perhaps any other single topic. Today Brian and Nora break down what it is, why it is useful and how to adjust it for the client in front of you. Join us for a deep dive into the subtleties of lumbopelvic positioning and ways to adapt it for pain relief and more efficient and comfortable movement for our clients and ourselves.Moving Conversations LIVE in Southern California! September 13 – 14, 2025 Blue Moon Pilates 24194 Alicia Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA Course include: Movement for Low Back Conditions, Training Upper Body Stability and Pilates and Osteoporosis Register through Blue Moon Pilates at: https://bluemoonpilates.com/workshops We look forward to seeing you there! Moving Conversation Socials Brian's Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions: Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6 Email: movingconvos@gmail.com IG: @movingconvos FB: Moving Conversations Brian IG: @fit4lifedc FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/ Nora IG: nora.s.john.7 FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7
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Smart Agency Masterclass with Jason Swenk: Podcast for Digital Marketing Agencies
Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Which growth drivers are fueling your agency right now? For today's featured guest, the answer is clear: thought leadership. It's the single biggest driver consistently bringing his agency the best opportunities. While it can be difficult to separate genuine impact from vanity metrics, the deliberate effort to position both himself and his agency as industry experts has proven invaluable for growth. But building that kind of authority doesn't happen by accident. It requires intentional work—stepping onto stages at conferences, showing up in interviews and podcasts, and, just as importantly, encouraging your team to create and share content of their own. In this conversation, he breaks down the strategies that help expand thought leadership beyond the founder, and why agency leaders must remember: expertise is a long game, one that compounds over time to deliver lasting results. Chris Long is the VP of Marketing at Go Fish Digital, a full-service digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, paid media, and content marketing. Over the past 3–4 years, Chris has been leading the charge on marketing and sales for the agency, driving new business growth and experimenting with different channels to see what really works. Spoiler alert: it's not just ads or conferences—it's something much bigger. In this episode, we'll discuss: Thought leadership as your agency's best growth lever. Scaling thought leadership beyond the founder. Building the right systems to encourage your team to create content. Why Content ROI takes patience. Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources This episode is brought to you by Wix Studio: If you're leveling up your team and your client experience, your site builder should keep up too. That's why successful agencies use Wix Studio — built to adapt the way your agency does: AI-powered site mapping, responsive design, flexible workflows, and scalable CMS tools so you spend less on plugins and more on growth. Ready to design faster and smarter? Go to wix.com/studio to get started. The Growth Lever Most Agencies Ignore: Thought Leadership Recently, Chris has taken an experimental approach to his agency's growth, testing growth drivers like Google ads, LinkedIn ads, and conferences, and found that thought leadership consistently stood as the biggest growth drivers; one that couldn't be replicated. Forget chasing the latest ad hack or praying your next conference booth delivers ROI—what's consistently driven their biggest, best deals has been showing up as experts in their space. However, thought leadership is hard to measure. It often looks like vanity metrics—views, impressions, shares. But when you zoom out, it's the stuff that actually moves the needle. The more the agency doubled down on creating content, sharing insights, and putting their expertise out there, the more deals they closed. Not just more deals but better ones, with stronger close rates. If you're still waiting for the perfect ad funnel to save your pipeline, you might be missing the obvious. Start building your authority in public. Share your wins. Share what you know. Because thought leadership compounds, and that trust is what gets prospects off the fence. Why Expertise is the Foundation You can't fake thought leadership. It all starts with real expertise. In Chris' words, “the reason someone's going to choose an agency, especially as you start to sell larger deals, is they have to be convinced you're an expert in something.” That doesn't mean you need to be the everything agency. In fact, the opposite. It could be as narrow as being “the best B2B or SaaS web dev shop.” The point is: prospects need to believe you've mastered your corner of the world. That foundation comes from who you hire, the culture you build, and how you innovate—whether that's through proprietary tools, processes, or just being damn good at your craft. In the case of Go Fish, that expertise showed up in real wins (like when their founders innovated on Geico's site and saw traffic spike 2,000%). Those moments of innovation fueled content, which positioned the agency as leaders. And that cycle of expertise, innovation, and thought leadership became a growth engine. Scaling Thought Leadership Beyond the Founder In the early days, thought leadership was usually founder-driven. You're the face, the credibility, the spark. But as Chris points out, that won't scale. At a certain point, you need the team creating and sharing insights too. For them, that meant encouraging everyone to post, write case studies, and share wins. Sometimes it was as simple as, “Hey, we crushed conversions on this client's landing page—let's write about it.” By empowering their team, they kept thought leadership flowing, even as the founders had less time for it. Thought leadership can't be a one-man show forever. As an agency grows, the founders have less time to spend on the day-to-day operations. If you want authority to scale with your agency, bake it into your culture. Train your team to see insights worth sharing. Make content creation part of the job, not an afterthought. The Biggest Mistake: Not Sharing at All So what do most agencies get wrong? They don't share anything. Too many people assume, “Everything valuable has already been said.” Or they think their insights aren't groundbreaking enough. But as Chris points out, “What's obvious to you isn't obvious to everyone else.” That's why simpley sharing SEO best practices on LinkedIn got him traction. What he thought was “table stakes” turned out to be news to his audience. And the more he shared, the more inbound leads followed. If you're holding back because you don't think your perspective matters, think again. Your experience has value—even if it feels basic to you. Building Systems for Thought Leadership If you want your team to start sharing their knowledge, you have to get intentional. At Go Fish, they didn't just hope employees would write content—they built systems: Every new hire had to write two blog posts a year. They tracked contributions in their project management system. They created two career tracks: one managerial, one based on thought leadership as an individual contributor. That last part is huge. By tying thought leadership part of promotions and career growth, they gave employees a real incentive to contribute. Chris himself went from manager (which he admits wasn't his strong suit) to a senior role via the thought leadership track. The lesson here is that if you want consistent content, make it part of how you hire, measure, and promote. Don't just “encourage” thought leadership—bake it into the agency's DNA. The Evolution of Content: From Blogs to Video Back in the early 2010s, blogs were king. One of Go Fish's founders wrote a massive guide on reputation management on the Moz blog that spun up an entire new agency vertical. That was the play then. Today, however, the game has shifted. According to Chris, video on LinkedIn and Twitter is where the biggest impact happens now. Video humanizes your agency. It takes the mystery away for prospects who are wondering: “Who would I be working with? Are they innovative? Do I trust them?” Webinars have also proven effective—letting people go deeper on topics, showcase expertise, and generate leads from long-form content. But the principle stays the same: meet people where they are, with content that builds authority. The Patience Tax: Why Content ROI Takes Years With content creation, you can't expect results in six months. Here's the brutal truth: content is a long game. To do content you can't think even on seeing results in six months. It may take years. Chris has gotten clients that thought about him when they needed an agency because they saw him speak at a conference two years prior. ROI doesn't always show up on a quarterly P&L—it compounds over years. The same goes for video content. Rarely does someone listen to one episode and instantly buy. Instead, they binge for months or years before making a move. That's why consistency matters more than intensity. As Chris said: “I post every day, whether I feel inspired or not. It's about the habit.” If you're evaluating content success after three or six months, you're cutting yourself off too early. Play the two-year game. The deals waiting for you are bigger than the “quick wins” most agencies chase. Consistency compounds. Virality is a bonus, not the goal. Strong Opinions and Deep Dives Win Attention So what type of content catches people's attention? On social media, where everyone seems to be shouting the same advice over and over, you can't be afraid to stand out. Take a stance. Neutral content gets ignored. As Chris points out: “Strong takes do well because people either comment to agree or argue. Either way, the algorithm loves it.” Go deep. Technical, niche content might feel too in-the-weeds, but it builds trust. Posts dissecting patents, experiments, or tools often outperform fluff. You may not think that really long niche content could do well, but people will absolutely watch a three-hour tutorial that proves a creator's expertise—and will come out trusting them more. This is the heart of thought leadership: demonstrating expertise in public. Clients don't want generalists. They want to see you know your stuff, inside and out. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? 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Ever notice how one “wrong” brushstroke can send you into a spiral? You're standing in your studio, brush in hand, and suddenly the inner courtroom opens up. The judge, jury, and executioner? All you.This episode is about what I call self-aggression. Those tiny but brutal ways we attack ourselves for daring to experiment, for not being perfect, for being… human. And here's the thing: it's costing you way more than you realize.I'll walk you through why we confuse self-criticism with professionalism, how it's secretly strangling your creativity, and what happens when you trade all that punishment for curiosity instead. (Hint: your studio becomes the safest, most exciting place to create.)You'll hear real stories from Growth Studio: Leslie catching herself in an “auction spiral,” Megan reframing her supply list, Scott protecting his energy, and Cece navigating the push-pull of play vs. control. Plus, I'll share a micro-meltdown of my own and how I turned it around.If you've ever started an apology tour before showing your work, or if you've ever thought “I'm such an idiot” mid-painting—this one's for you.Your Episode Map0:23 – The brushstroke that ruins everything (or does it?)1:59 – How “I'm such an idiot” sneaks into your studio5:49 – Why being hard on yourself isn't “professional” (it's poison)7:39 – Curiosity vs. criticism: the C in CREATE that changes everything8:32 – What self-aggression is secretly costing you (spoiler: it's huge)13:12 – Real Growth Studio stories: auctions, supply lists, and saying no25:00 – My own meltdown over a 2-inch drawing36:01 – The truth bomb: self-trust is the ultimate creative flexFor Your Studio WallWords worth pinning next to your easel:“Curiosity opens possibilities. Criticism shuts them down.”“Failure isn't evidence against you—it's information for you.”“Your studio is not a courtroom. Make it a laboratory.”“Treat yourself like your favorite student.”“The way you talk to yourself shows up on the canvas.”What to Bring Into the Studio With YouA daily rep: catch one micro-aggression and reframe it with curiosity.Neutral share rule: present your work without the apology preface.Constraints as safety: same size, same tools, familiar setups = freedom to explore.A pre-painting intention: I'm here to explore, not to be perfect.Support the showAnd hey - if this episode hit home, do me a favor, leave a review on Apple Podcast or come say hi on Instagram: @savvypainterpodcastI'd love to hear this episode resonated you. ❤️
Figma's (FIG) first earnings report after its public trading debut was met with a steep sell-off. Diane King Hall discusses what it means for other IPOs that hit the market this year and those still ahead, including Klarna's next week. HP Enterprise (HPE) ticked slightly higher after it posted record second quarter revenue. Diane looks at analyst moves in MoffettNathanson and its upgrade from sell to neutral on Apple (AAPL).======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
“(A.I.) is so energy intensive as a technology, and that's the thing that we have to get, the infrastructure of AI… Right now we do not have an electricity grid that is, that is built for this purpose. There's the water requirements of it as well. And we also need to just think about the energy, the actual fuel that's being used to fire up and power the electricity grid.” Dr. Stephanie Hare on Electric Ladies Podcast Artificial intelligence (AI) is ubiquitous today and advancing faster than we can imagine. It's being used in many ways to mitigate and adapt to climate change, too, and to develop and scale clean energy solutions, But, it requires enormous amounts of electricity, water and fuel just to run the data centers. What to do? Listen to this fascinating conversation with Stephanie Hare, Ph.D., on Electric Ladies Podcast with host Joan Michelson. Stephanie is a researcher focused on the intersection of politics, technology and history, the author of the book “Technology Is Not Neutral” and co-presents “Artificial Intelligence: Decoded” on the BBC. Join them as they explore the promise and pitfalls of AI as a tool to mitigate climate change, and innovate clean energy solutions, and do so in an equitable fashion. You'll hear about: ● The hurdles and opportunities of using AI ● Why environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data needs to be treated as a valuable resource. ● How we can ensure that AI is fair, accessible, and inclusive for everyone ● Plus, career advice for being open to great opportunities “(A.I.) is so energy intensive as a technology, and that's the thing that we have to get, the infrastructure of AI… Right now we do not have an electricity grid that is, that is built for this purpose. There's the water requirements of it as well. And we also need to just think about the energy, the actual fuel that's being used to fire up and power the electricity grid.” Dr. Stephanie Hare on Electric Ladies Podcast Artificial intelligence (AI) is ubiquitous today and advancing faster than we can imagine. It's being used in many ways to mitigate and adapt to climate change, too, and to develop and scale clean energy solutions, But, it requires enormous amounts of electricity, water and fuel just to run the data centers. What to do? Listen to this fascinating conversation with Stephanie Hare, Ph.D., on Electric Ladies Podcast with host Joan Michelson. Stephanie is a researcher focused on the intersection of politics, technology and history, the author of the book “Technology Is Not Neutral” and co-presents “Artificial Intelligence: Decoded” on the BBC. Join them as they explore the promise and pitfalls of AI as a tool to mitigate climate change, and innovate clean energy solutions, and do so in an equitable fashion. You'll hear about: ● The hurdles and opportunities of using AI ● Why environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data needs to be treated as a valuable resource. ● How we can ensure that AI is fair, accessible, and inclusive for everyone ● Plus, career advice for being open to great opportunities “I would look at the problems that you most enjoy solving…What are your dreams? Which is kind of like a positive way of framing a problem. What would your ideal solution look like? Because obviously we're not there.…What are your key pain points? If I could remove one pain point from your life, from your business, from your process, what would that be? And those are so fun to work on.” Stephanie Hare, Ph.D. on Electric Ladies Podcast Read Joan's Forbes articles here. You'll also like: · Paula Glover, President of the Alliance to Save Energy, on How To Reduce Carbon Emissions And Save Money With Energy Efficiency · Doreen Harris, President and CEO of NYSERDA, on how New York is leading the way to the clean energy future. · Autum Huskins, Hitachi Zosen Inova, turning waste into energy (and wine) Marit Brommer, Ph.D., International Geothermal Association, how geothermal is a dependable energy source Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our podcasts, blog, events and special coaching offers. Thanks for subscribing on Apple Podcasts or iHeartRadio and leaving us a review! Follow us on Twitter @joanmichelson
Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Support our mission to teach every verse of the Bible on video over the next 23 years. Read more about it here: PROJECT23 Our text today is Judges 2:11-13: And the people of Israel did what was evil in the sight of the Lord and served the Baals. And they abandoned the Lord, the God of their fathers, who had brought them out of the land of Egypt. They went after other gods, from among the gods of the peoples who were around them, and bowed down to them. And they provoked the Lord to anger. They abandoned the Lord and served the Baals and the Ashtaroth. — Judges 2:11-13 The shift happens fast. From not knowing God… to abandoning him… to bowing before idols. This isn't just spiritual confusion. It's full-on rebellion. And here's the most dangerous part: the people didn't stop worshiping—they just redirected it. They served the Baals and Ashtaroth—the fertility gods of the surrounding cultures. These gods promised abundance, sexuality, strength, and protection. In other words, they offered the same things our culture still worships today—success, pleasure, control, and comfort. But abandoning God always begins with forgetting what He's done. “The God who brought them out of Egypt” became a distant memory. And when gratitude fades, idolatry grows. The human heart is never neutral. It will always worship something. The only question is—who or what? This is more than just history; this is what we see happening in our day and time. Our idols may not have names like Baal, but they have just as much power over us if we let them. The desire to fit in, the hunger for status, the comfort of distraction—these become the altars we kneel at if we stop remembering God's faithfulness. And what angers God most? Not just that they sinned, but that they traded him for a fraud. They bowed to what was around them instead of remembering the One who saved them. So ask yourself today: what's been stealing your worship? What “good thing” has become a godlike thing? The answer will show you what's competing for your heart. ASK THIS: What false gods am I most tempted to chase in this season? How does cultural influence subtly shape my priorities? Have I forgotten how God has rescued and provided for me? What would it look like to return my full loyalty to Him? DO THIS: Name one “idol” that's grown too important—and intentionally deny it today to reset your devotion. PRAY THIS: God, I confess that I've chased other things instead of You. Remind me of who you are—and help me return my worship where it belongs. Amen PLAY THIS: "Clear the Stage."
In this episode of The Coaching Podcast, Coach John O'Sullivan reminds us that your influence is never neutral. We dive into his powerful philosophy that the softest pillow is a clear conscience, the wisdom behind his bestselling book Every Moment Matters, and the enduring message from his TEDx talk encouraging parents to simply say, “I love watching you play.” John also shares why he believes team culture is like a circle – where every person has a voice, value, and role in creating success together. About: John O'Sullivan – Founder, Changing The Game Project John O'Sullivan is an internationally known TEDx Speaker and the founder of the Changing the Game Project, which he started in 2012 Author of three #1 Bestselling books Changing the Game, Every Moment Matters, and The Champion Teammate as well as a leading youth sports blogger Host of the Way of Champions Podcast, one of the top-rated podcasts in the world for coaches Former collegiate and professional soccer player, and has coached for over 30 years at the youth, high school, and college levels. He has consulted with the US Olympic Committee, US Soccer, USA Football, US Lacrosse, USA Swimming, Ireland Rugby, Aussie Rules Football, and many more National Advisory Board for the Positive Coaching Alliance and the National Association for Physical Literacy. Connect with John: Website: https://changingthegameproject.com/
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