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Hi everyone, Jim here. We're taking a short pause on new episodes through the end of August. In the meantime, we're digging out some of our favorite conversations from the archive. This one is from November 2022, so a few of our references (and jobs!) are out of date, but the ideas have only gotten better. Enjoy this conversation with Lulu Cheng Meservey. Lulu Cheng Meservey is the Chief Communications Officer and Executive Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Activision Blizzard. She joins Infinite Loops to provide us with a masterclass in communications for startups. A must-listen for current and aspiring founders. Important Links: • Lulu's Twitter • Lulu's Substack • Episode summary from Podcasts Recapped Show Notes: • Why people write hit pieces • The insurgency framework • How to access your audience's neural real estate • How to develop a spontaneous elevator pitch • Tips for becoming better at reading the room • Speak directly and take the hits • Defining business objectives • Learning from other industries • Personalising your message • Overcoming resistance to the unknown, what Christianity can teach us about comms • Escaping corporate jargon • How comms resembles rugby • Taking ownership of comms • Moving to a new model of comms • "Don't let things happen to you. Go and happen to things." Books Mentioned: • The Network State: How To Start a New Country; by Balaji S. Srinivasan • The Hero with a Thousand Faces; by Joseph Campbell

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Es freut mich sehr, dass ich für dieses Gespräch Oliver Gorus gewinnen konnte. Es fügt sich inhaltlich an das kürzliche Gespräch mit Prof. Konrad Paul Liessmann an, gibt aber einen anderen, sehr wesentlichen Blickwinkel wieder, den wir ebenfalls in der breiten Diskussion viel zu wenig hören. Oliver Gorus ist seit einem Vierteljahrhundert Unternehmer in mehreren Branchen. Er ist Gründer und Herausgeber des freiheitlichen Online-Magazins »Der Sandwirt«, Kolumnist und Kommentator bei den »Freiheitsfunken«, bei »eigentümlich frei«, beim Kontrafunk und auf X. Er ist glücklicher Familienvater, Schwabe und ungern auf Reisen. Er lebt in Südtirol und liebt die Freiheit. Es war geradezu erfrischend, mit jemandem zu sprechen, der Freiheit als Konzept und Lebenspraxis ernst und sehr persönlich nimmt. Die meisten Menschen, denen ich heute in Europa begegne, gerade auch formal Gebildete, scheinen mir eher einer Untertanen-Mentalität anzuhängen. Was kann der Staat für mich tun? Oder, noch schlimmer, was sagt mir der Staat oder ein beliebiger Vertreter einer Obrigkeit, was ich tun soll? Und wenn es kein Leitbild von oben oder einer beliebig banalen Bubble gibt, ist man verloren. Dieser Weg in die Sackgasse, in der wir uns in Europa befinden, beschleunigt sich täglich. Darum erscheint es mir so wichtig zu sein, Dinge und vor allem vermeintlich intellektuelle Ideen, die sich aber eher als Glaubenssätze herausstellen, fundamental zu hinterfragen. Wir beginnen mit der Grundfrage: Was ist Freiheit, besonders im Kontext der heutigen Zeit und der Veränderung über die Zeit? Verschiebt sich die Bedeutung »Freiheit von« (negativ) gegenüber »Freiheit zu« (positiv)? Hat sich auch die Bedeutung des Wortes Liberalismus vs. Libertarismus verschoben? Wie stehen Freiheit vs. Kollektivismus heute? Sind »links« und »rechts« noch zeitgemäße Einordnungen? Welche gesellschaftlichen Aspekte fallen überhaupt in diese Betrachtung? Ist Philip Pettits republikanische Definition von Freiheit relevant? Es ginge nicht um das Beherrschtwerden, sondern um das Potenzial, beherrscht zu werden. Was ist der Unterschied? Geht es dem Sklaven, der vom Herrn Champagnerfrühstück serviert bekommt, nicht gut? Was ist das Problem? Warum sind die Corona-Maßnahmen ein bedrohliches Beispiel für den Zustand der Freiheit in Europa und der westlichen Welt? Ein aktuelles Beispiel sind die immer totalitäreren Maßnahmen, die in der EU und Deutschland beschlossen werden, gerne während der Urlaubssaison oder während einer Fußball-WM, in der Hoffnung, dass die Menschen abgelenkt sind und Journalisten noch weniger kritisch arbeiten als sonst. »Ein Geheimdienst, der im Verborgenen arbeitet, bekommt operative Fähigkeiten, damit wird das alte Trennungsgebot — eine der Lehren aus dem Dritten Reich — missachtet. […] Das sind Strukturen, die hier gebaut werden, die an die dunkelsten Zeiten unserer Geschichte erinnern.« Dies ist aber nur eines von zahlreichen Beispielen. Wie sind wir in diese existenzielle Krise geraten, in der wir in Europa stecken, und besteht hier nicht ein Zusammenhang? Sind Menschen, die Freiheit wollen, nicht in der Minderheit? Sind wir Untertanennationen, lieben die meisten Menschen gar das betreute Denken? »Wir Freiheitlichen sind im deutschsprachigen Raum traditionell und schon immer in der Minderheit. […] Ich glaube, dass die Freiheit in Deutschland in den Köpfen der Menschen unterentwickelt ist und es nur eine Minderheit ist, die überhaupt bemerkt, dass hier solche Machtstrukturen aufgebaut werden.« Ist die Situation hoffnungslos, oder kann sich daran etwas ändern? Wird sich genug Druck im Lande für wesentliche Änderungen aufbauen oder werden die Fähigen und Klugen schlicht Deutschland, Österreich und Europa verlassen und damit die Situation wesentlich schlechter machen? Ist eine Zersplitterung der Gesellschaft zu vermeiden, oder erkennen wir gerade einen Trend ins Gegenteil? Ist der Begriff der »Krise« überhaupt anwendbar oder erleben wir eher Zusammenbruch als Krise? Entwickeln sich Gesellschaften in Zyklen? Wie wären diese zu denken? Was ist die Rolle von Kultur? Wer bestimmt, was zur Kultur wird? »Von dem Ich und dem Du geht es über in das Man. […] Da gibt es dann plötzlich dieses kollektive Wir.« Sind Individuen in der heutigen Phase, wenn eine Nation über den Zenit ist, noch eine Wirkmacht? Was oder wer dann? Wie endet der Zyklus aber dann und was geschieht danach? »We gave authority to the people who explained things. Not the people who built them.«, Marc Andreessen Und dazu passend: »The world you see everywhere around you, could never have been built by the people you see now living within it.«, Eric Weinstein Was ist davon zu halten? »Würde heute ein Ludwig Erhard leben, der Vater des Wirtschaftswunders, der würde verzweifeln, der wäre völlig machtlos.« Warum sind die USA trotz aller Probleme, die es dort gibt, deutlich erfolgreicher als Europa? Gibt es einen Technik-Zyklus, den die USA treiben und wir verpassen? Oder ist dies überhaupt ein Phänomen, das gar nicht mehr einzelnen Nationen leicht zuordenbar ist? Wie kann in einem Gemeinwesen überhaupt eine Entscheidungsfindung stattfinden, die zu konstruktiven Ergebnissen führt? Zentral oder dezentral? In welchem Verhältnis? Oder ist Anarchismus eine Variante? »Steckt in der Demokratie immer schon die Saat des Versagens?« Begegnen sich Extremisten im Kollektivismus? Kann man am Wesen des Menschen vorbei theoretisieren? Und was sind die Folgen davon? »In allen menschlichen Kulturen gibt es Strukturen.« Können und dürfen wir Menschen ändern? Auf welcher Ebene und in welcher Skalierung sollten und können Entscheidungen effektiv getroffen werden — was hat das für Konsequenzen? Braucht es die Kleinteiligkeit, den Flickenteppich? Leben wir aktuell gar in einer Fürstenherrschaft? »Diese ›unsere Demokratie‹ ist eine Aristokratie.« Was nun? Gibt es einen Ausweg? Im Grunde gibt es drei Möglichkeiten: Über das Danach nachdenken und entsprechende Konzepte vorbereiten auf emergente Phänomene hoffen Parallelstrukturen schaffen Warum ist der Volkswagen-Konzern ein gutes Spiegelbild für die deutsche Gesellschaft? »Die Leistungsfähigen werden bestraft und die Nicht-Leistungsfähigen oder Nicht-Leistungswilligen werden belohnt. Das führt dazu, dass immer mehr Leute die Seite wählen, wo sie alimentiert werden.« Wie kann es einen Neuanfang geben? Regional? Wenn wir in Europa über den Euro alle Fehler und alles Versagen über Nationen verteilen? Wie soll das funktionieren? Ist das nur eine Phase? Was wird zerbrechen? »Harte Zeiten produzieren gute Leute, gute Leute produzieren gute Zeiten, gute Zeiten produzieren schwache Leute, und schwache Leute führen alles wieder zum Zusammenbruch. […] Wir haben gerade sehr, sehr viele, sehr, sehr schwache Menschen.« Wie kann es aber gelingen, Schwache und Bedürftige weiter zu unterstützen ohne ein Sozialsystem, wie wir es heute haben, das völlig seinen Fokus verloren hat und in keiner Weise nachhaltig ist? Welche Rolle spielt Bildung? Warum ist unser aktuelles Bildungssystem trotz der enormen Kosten, die es verursacht, so dysfunktional? Führt staatliche Wohlfahrt und Bildungswesen zum Gegenteil des erwünschten Effektes? »Kinder lernen schon in den Familien, vom Staat abhängig zu sein. […] Echte professionelle Jugendarbeit und Sozialarbeit ist ein Kampf gegen Windmühlen.« Ein Bonmot, das ich kürzlich gelesen habe sagt: »Most jobs today are adult daycare.« Ist das zu polemisch? Wie ist das zu denken mit aktuellen Entwicklungen in künstlicher Intelligenz und Robotik — einige Jahre in die Zukunft gedacht? »Der Bildungssektor wird sich anpassen, sobald er nicht mehr staatlich ist. […] Es wird sich ein so bunter Strauß an Bildungsformen ausbilden, dass es auch für die unter Anführungszeichen Schwächsten hervorragende Bildungsmöglichkeiten geben wird.« Andere Episoden Episode 155: Freiheit oder Sicherheit? Ein Gespräch mit Prof. Konrad Paul Liessmann Episode 153: Potent Stuff, A Conversation with Prof. Jacob Howland Episode 152: Säkulare Glaubensbekenntnisse Episode 150: Wie kommt Neues in die Welt? Episode 144: Was ist Fortschritt? Ein Gespräch mit Dr. Daniel Stelter aus ökonomischer Perspektive Episode 141: Passagier oder Steuermann? Ein Gespräch mit Markus Raunig Episode 138: Im Windschatten der Narrative, ein Gespräch mit Ralf M. Ruthardt Episode 136: Future Brunels? Learning from the Generation that Transformed the World. A Conversation with Dr. Helen Doe Episode 131: Wot Se Fack, Deutschland? Ein Gespräch mit Vince Ebert Episode 130: Populismus und (Ordo)liberalismus, ein Gespräch mit Nils Hesse Episode 125: Ist Fortschritt möglich? Ideen als Widergänger über Generationen Episode 117: Der humpelnde Staat, ein Gespräch mit Prof. Christoph Kletzer Episode 114: Liberty in Our Lifetime 2: Conversations with Lauren Razavi, Grant Romundt and Peter Young Episode 113: Liberty in Our Lifetime 1: Conversations with Massimo Mazzone, Vera Kichanova and Tatiana Butanka Episode 108: Freie Privatstädte Teil 2, ein Gespräch mit Titus Gebel Referenzen Oliver Gorus auf X Der Sandwirt Philip Pettit, Republicanism. A Theory of Freedom and Government, Oxford University Press / Clarendon Press, Reihe Oxford Political Theory (1997) Ben Shapiro, Lions and Scavengers. The True Story of America (and Her Critics), Threshold Editions (2025) Ulf Poschardt, Shitbürgertum, Westend Verlag (2025) Ulf Poschardt, Bückbürgertum. Eine Geschichte verlorener bürgerlicher Kulturkämpfe, Westend Verlag (2026) Marc Andreessen Tweet Karl R. Popper, Die offene Gesellschaft und ihre Feinde (Original: The Open Society and Its Enemies), Routledge (1945) David Graeber, Bullshit Jobs. A Theory, Simon & Schuster (2018) Balaji Srinivasan, The Network State. How to Start a New Country (2022)

Chloe joins me to share her story of moving to New Zealand, arriving with little more than a backpack, and then unexpectedly finding herself stuck here during COVID. What started as a difficult and uncertain chapter became the beginning of a much bigger journey, building a life, backing herself, and eventually growing a business here in Christchurch. We talk about what it is like starting a business in New Zealand as an immigrant, the challenges of building trust in a new country, and the mindset needed to keep going when you are starting with very little. Chloe also shares some of the lessons she has learned from growing OCD Cleaning Group, working with clients across, offices, gyms, homes and new builds, and building a business that relies heavily on service, standards and relationships. Chloe has a practical and honest story. There is a lot in this one for anyone thinking about starting a business, especially those who are trying to build something from scratch in a new environment. A great conversation about resilience, opportunity, and making the most of what is in front of you.

Paul Ryazanov, co- founder of MageCloud Agency, a digital agency that helps ecommerce businesses grow from six figures to seven and eight figures through conversion rate optimisation.Through site optimisation, performance improvements, user journey refinement, and stronger internal processes, Paul and his team help online businesses unlock more growth from the traffic and customers they already have.Now, Paul's journey from a Soviet background, rebuilding his life in a new country, and learning to lead and speak on stages in the US and the UK demonstrates real resilience, reinvention, and determination.And while navigating burnout, economic instability, war, COVID, and the rise of AI, he continues to adapt, lead, and build a business that creates growth not just for clients, but for his team as well.Here's where to find more:magecloud.agencyecommercecamp.co.ukpaulryazanov.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/paulryazanov________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here:https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself

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Send us Fan MailHow do you build financial confidence in a new country?It starts with learning how money works where you are.On this episode of Get Ready Before Life Happens, I spoke with Bisola Tijani, the Whiz Queen, about building financial confidence when navigating a new country, learning how money works in a different system, and taking ownership of your financial future.Key Takeaways

Legendary blues guitarist Buddy Guy will celebrate his 90th birthday with a huge concert event at Radio City Music Hall in New York this October, The Killers' Brandon Flowers ventures into new musical territory as he announces his new country western solo album will feature seasoned musicians from Nashville including 85-year old harmonica player Charlie McCoy, Neil Young releases a totally free, hour-long documentary video on his archives website directed by his wife Daryl Hannah that focuses on his 2025 tour, Jack White's wife Olivia Jean unexpectedly files for divorce citing “inappropriate marital conduct” after just 3 years of marriage… PLUS ‘This Week in Rock & Roll History Trivia', Rock Birthdays, ‘The Best & Worst Rock Album Artwork of the Week' & much more!All of our links are up at www.rocknewsweekly.com every Monday, where you can check out the full episode on 8 platforms (including Amazon Audible & Apple/Google Podcasts). We pride ourselves in not using any AI artwork, products or services.Watch us LIVE, chat with us & more…Every Sunday around 2pm PST @ https://www.twitch.tv/rocknewsweeklyWatch all of our videos, interviews & subscribe at Youtube.com/@rocknewsweeklyFollow us online:Instagram.com/rocknewsweeklyFacebook.com/rocknewsweeklyTwitter.com/rocknewsweeklyTikTok.com/@rocknewsweekly#NeilYoung #BuddyGuy90 #BrandonFlowers #Thrasher #JackWhite#Rock #News #RockNews #RockNewsWeekly #RockNewsWeeklyPodcast #Podcast #Podcasts #Metal #HeavyMetal #Alt #Alternative #ClassicRock #70s #80s #90s #Indie #Trivia #RockTrivia #RockBirthdays #NewMusic #NewMusicReleases

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Before we dive in, did you know I'm running a FREE masterclass on June 22nd and 24th? If you're ready to get out of decision purgatory, you don't want to miss this one! Sign up here.Soraya - a Belgian coach living in Spain - rated her life abroad as a 7 out of 10, but still felt stuck. So stuck that she felt like living in a waiting room. She knew Spain wasn't here long-term place - but where was her place?Months passed and she wasn't investing in her home, relationships and more. Till she realized no one was coming to change it for her, and decided to get into action.Fast forward to today, and she's moving to a whole new country - one that was never the easy choice. Listen to this episode to hear how Soraya made this happen!Links & Resources:

In this episode, the famous blogger Tomas Pueyo (Uncharted Territories) interviews Trey Goff (Chief of Staff & Head of Public Policy at Prospera) & Niklas Anzinger (Founder & CEO of Infinita City). The interview is part of the research that Tomas did for a deep piece on “The Cold Start Problem of New Cities”, as Niklas & Trey are two of the most experienced practitioners in this emerging industry. This ends up in a fascinating conversation about how new governance applied to time & place, culminating in new cities, could unlock entirely new models of human progress.More about Tomas Pueyo's work:* 20 Ideas to Grow New Communities* Tomas Pueyo's XMore about Trey Goff's work:* Trey Goff's X This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.infinitacitytimes.com

Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In today's episode, we're talking about how to create a plan and find your calm in the midst of relocating to a new country. Meghan is a British-American expat and Therapeutic Coach. She works 1:1 with people, particularly fellow expats, navigating overwhelm and life transitions; especially relocation, career changes, and relationship shifts.Her approach is integrative and relational, combining psychotherapy with practical, solution-focused support to help clients move forward with clarity in their careers, relationships, and personal lives.Connect with Meghan Here: https://www.instagram.com/helpfulconversations/https://www.facebook.com/HelpfulConversationsCohttps://www.meghanfitzpatrick.comGrab the freebie here: Enter code "trailblazer" for 20% off my relocation package: https://bookings.meghanfitzpatrick.com/===================================If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends.Thanks for watching the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com.Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers. QUICK LINKS: APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-applicationDIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/

Dusty roads stretch west, the speaker crackles, and Bianca and Julian saddle up for an unexpected detour - Anything But Toto goes country. In this episode, they put their long-held assumptions about the genre to the test with a blind review of the five biggest country songs currently dominating the charts. For two self-professed skeptics of Nashville's clichés, political baggage, and bro-country stereotypes, it's an experiment in open-minded listening. Will they strike gold... or just more rhinestones in the rough? Before riding west, they catch up on some current events: the release of The Lemon Twigs' new album Look For Your Mind! and their bizarre Toronto concert experience, which sparks a broader conversation about concert etiquette and social awareness. They also discuss the backlash surrounding Harry Styles' Together Together tour controversy, and celebrate the ongoing Canadiana cinema renaissance, with love for films like Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie, Mile End Kicks, and Blue Heron. Then it's onto country. Bianca and Julian unpack their history with the genre, from observing the suburban millennial migration away from hip-hop and toward country, to the political and cultural forces that may have shaped that shift. Along the way, they revisit some of their favourite country-adjacent songs and trace the genre's many stylistic branches - from California country to polished pop-country crossovers, with stops at everyone from Glen Campbell and Eagles to Shaboozey and Taylor Swift. And then comes the main event: the Billboard Top 5. What begins as a broad review quickly becomes an unofficial review of Ella Langley's singles, with appearances from Stella Lefty, Luke Combs, and Kacey Musgraves along the way. Do they find the needle in the haystack? The diamond in the dust? You'll have to listen to find out. Share your favourite country songs at anythingbuttoto@gmail.com Theme music by: Daniel Konikoff

  Hello and welcome again, to an hour of Tales Vinyl Tells as we dig into the great album rock and important music from the LPs of the 60s and 70s that spun and still spin today on turntables around the world.  I'm Brian Hallgren and it's my blast to be bringing you the Tales Vinyl Tells since 2019.  This is episode 210 and today we salute Barefoot Jerry's guitarist Mac Gayden, Country Joe McDonald and the superb Dave Mason.  They've all left us recently (or have they?) You need to stay for the entire hour!  It's a good one!  Thanks for listening today. My email is talesvinyltells@gmail.com. You can hear a Tales Vinyl Tells radio program when it streams live on RadioFreeNashville.org and here.  We do that at 5 PM central time Wednesdays. The program can also be played and downloaded anytime at podbean.com, Apple podcasts, Google podcasts, iHeart podcasts, Player FM podcasts, Listen Notes podcasts and many other podcast places. And of course you can count on hearing the Tales on studiomillswellness.com/tales-vinyl-tells anytime. PLAYLIST: 210.1 That's ok, he'll be your brother someday-Barefoot Jerry 210.2 You can't get off with your shoes on-Barefoot Jerry 210.3 Joe Walsh-Days Gone By 210.4 Still in Saigon -CDB 210.5 Struttin' my stuff, y'all-Elvin Bishop 210.6 Everlasting Love-Carl Carlton 210.7 Not so sweet Martha Lorraine, Fish Cheer, Feel Like I'm Fixin to die rag- Country Joe 210.8 World in Changes live,  Sad and Deep As You,- Welcome to the Canteen, All Along the Watchtower 210.9 All you fascists bound to lose-Billy Bragg and Wilco 210.10 Al Kooper-I stand alone 210.11 Can't Quit Her-Blood Sweat & Tears

Starting over in a new country is something most therapists never picture for themselves. But for Meashline Komara, LCSW, it wasn't just a leap of faith. It was a four-year decision rooted in love, values, and a lot of honest conversations about fear.In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I sit down with Meashline to talk about how she went from practicing in California to running her online private practice from Guinea, West Africa. She shares what the planning process actually looked like, how she navigated resistance in her own life, and what it's taken to build a life that works on every level.In This Episode, We Explore…How Meashline identified her non-negotiables before relocating and why that mattered.The role resistance played in her own decision to move, and how she worked through it.The tools she uses to manage time zones and keep her practice running smoothly.What living in Guinea is actually like, including the infrastructure realities no one talks about.How her workbook Navigating Resistance helps clients identify what's really blocking change.Connect with Meashline Komara:Website https://www.envisiontherapy.net/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/envisiontherapypracticeFacebook https://www.facebook.com/envisiontherapypractice/Navigating Resistance: Understanding The Relationship Between Resistance And Changehttps://www.amazon.com/Navigating-Resistance-Understanding-Relationship-Between/dp/B0GCTSRD61Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected! ➡️ JOIN NOW: www.portablepracticemethod.com/Connect with me:www.instagram.com/thetravelingtherapist_kymwww.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/www.thetravelingtherapist.comThe Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by:Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapistsAlma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym

In this episode, Andrea and David sit down with immigration lawyer Emily Somner to explore the evolving challenges and complexities of navigating immigration within veterinary medicine. Moving countries is hard, becoming a veterinary professional in a new one is even harder. This episode breaks down immigration, licensure, and the real life journey of practicing veterinary medicine across borders and how partnering with an immigration lawyer can help reduce risk and uncertainty. So, grab your coffee or pour a glass of wine, and join us for an engaging conversation. Stay happy and sane!   Guest Links: https://www.youtube.com/c/sumnerimmigrationlaw https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilysumner/ linkedin.com/company/sumner-immigration-law https://www.facebook.com/sumnerimmigration/ https://www.instagram.com/sumnerimmigration/ https://www.sumnerimmigration.com/   Our Links: Website: https://www.pawsitiveleaders.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/PAWSitiveLeaders IG: https://www.instagram.com/pawsitiveleaders/ Furpaws Consulting: https://www.furpawsconsulting.com/ Andrea Crabtree-Wood (Host) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-crabtree-bs-cvpm-sphr-phrca-ccfp-fear-free-000a7985/ David Liss (Host) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-liss-mba-cvpm-rvt-6915743b/ To learn more about our social media: http://www.dogdaysconsulting.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhondabellcvpm/

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What actually happens in the first 72 hours after you move to a new country alone? I've been in Milan for about a week now, and I keep thinking about the first 72 hours. Everything technically works. You got there, your bags are unpacked, you know where a few things are. But nothing feels automatic yet. You're slightly off in every interaction, even the simple ones, and you realize how much of your confidence is tied to familiarity. In this episode, I'm walking through what those first few days actually felt like for me, the small moments that caught me off guard, and the few things that helped me get grounded quickly. If you're about to move, or you're in the beginning of something new, this is the part people don't really talk about. But it's the part that sets the tone for everything else. This episode will help you move through that initial phase with more clarity, confidence, and intention, instead of feeling lost in it. Connect with me:  Instagram: @dimitrovelena  Twitter: @dimitrovelenaa  YouTube: @twenty.something For women in their twenties becoming the most elegant, intentional, and magnetic version of themselves—without losing their values. Twenty Something is a weekly audio journal of quiet confidence, femininity, and self-respect, recorded as lessons to my future daughter. P.S. If you're reading this, say hi in the reviews. Keywords: moving to Milan Italy, moving to a new city in your twenties, starting over in your 20s, moving abroad alone as a woman, expat life in Milan, life in Italy, moving to Europe in your twenties, solo female move abroad, reinventing yourself in your 20s, identity reset, feminine power, feminine energy mindset, feminine elegance, quiet confidence for women, choosing yourself, seasons of life as a woman, peaceful ambition, confidence and mindset for women, personal growth podcast for women, self development for women in their 20s, Twenty Something podcast, living alone in a new city, moving countries alone in your twenties

Dolly Parton has solidified her status as Americas most beloved public figure according to New Country 101.5 just days ago on April 14 capturing hearts nationwide with her timeless sparkle and generosity. Shes been lighting up headlines amid her milestone 80th year as Kingsport Times News reports noting her overcoming recent health concerns while celebrating the 60th anniversary of her marriage to Carl Dean the 40th for Dollywood and the 30th for her Imagination Library which has now gifted over 200 million books worldwide. In a big win for her literacy legacy CalMatters detailed on April 16 how California lawmakers redirected millions from a bungled state program to the Dollywood Foundation after a nonprofit squandered over 1 million without delivering books. The foundation stepped in serving 160000 kids and distributing nearly 3 million volumes proving Dollys vision triumphs even in rocky partnerships. No fresh public appearances or social media posts popped in the last few days but her Imagination Library dominates chatter with LAist echoing the California saga and Energy Central praising her lessons in compassion for customer engagement. Speculation swirls on unconfirmed health recoveries but verified sources confirm shes thriving at 80 poised for biographical immortality through philanthropy and cultural staying power. No major headlines broke in the past 24 hours but her enduring influence shows no signs of fading.Thanks for listening listener and please subscribe to never miss an update on Dolly Parton and search the term Biography Flash for more great Biographies. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

For over three decades Rwanda has been recovering from the almost unimaginable horror of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi.On Tuesday the UN commemorated the systematic crimes committed there – in which more than one million people were killed – with ceremonies held at several of its offices around the world.The event was attended by survivors of the massacre, senior UN officials and representatives of the Rwandan authorities including Karoli Martin Ngoga, Permanent Representative of Rwanda to the United Nations.He sat down with UN News's Assumpta Massoi and explained the significance of the ceremony held at UN headquarters in New York.

This episode is about starting over in your twenties… again. The decision itself, but also everything around it. Leaving a life that works. Choosing something less certain. Trusting that instinct that says “go,” even when you can't fully explain it. I talk about why I said yes to this move, how I'm thinking about money and lifestyle this time, and what it means to build a life for yourself in a new place where no one knows you. Connect with me:  Instagram: @dimitrovelena Twitter: @dimitrovelenaa YouTube: @twenty.something For women in their twenties becoming the most elegant, intentional, and magnetic version of themselves—without losing their values. Twenty Something is a weekly audio journal of quiet confidence, femininity, and self-respect, recorded as lessons to my future daughter. P.S. If you're reading this, say hi in the reviews. Keywords:  moving to Milan Italy, moving to a new city in your twenties, starting over in your 20s, moving abroad alone as a woman, expat life in Milan, life in Milan Italy, moving to Europe in your twenties, solo female move abroad, reinventing yourself in your 20s, identity reset as a woman, feminine power, feminine energy mindset, feminine elegance, quiet confidence for women, choosing yourself as a woman, seasons of life as a woman, peaceful ambition, effortless confidence, soft power for women, confidence and mindset for women, personal growth podcast for women, self development for women in their 20s, Twenty Something podcast, living alone in a new city, moving countries alone in your twenties

Brittany Grunig, whose journey through Canadian country radio perfectly illustrates why one should bel bullish on radio's future. Brittany shares how growing up in small-town Nova Scotia, studying marketing at Holland College, and stumbling into a radio internship led to gigs at Ocean 100, K-Rock, and CFCY, before a chance interview booking helped her leap to New Country 94 in Ottawa.We talk about her rapid evolution from on-air host to Music Director and eventually Regional Program Director at Bell, navigating competitive markets, the infamous hit/non-hit regulations in Ottawa, and how she used creativity, artist relationships, and a passion for Canadian country to build compelling stations and shows.Brittany then explains why she moved on from corporate radio, how motherhood reshaped her priorities, and why she's now energized by working with My Broadcast Corporation in Kingston. Her optimism about fiercely local, community-first radio will make you rethink what's possible for the next 10 years of audio.I mentioned during the show that I once had country superstar Meghan Patrick on a podcast. Did you know she is a leading member of the Buffalo Bills Mafia? Please sign up for the SOUNDING OFF Newsletter. All the things that went unsaid on the show.Also we added the Sound Off Podcast to the The Open Podcast Prefix Project (OP3) A free and open-source podcast prefix analytics service committed to open data and listener privacy. You can be a nosey parker by checking out our downloads here.Thanks to the following organizations for supporting the show:Megatrax - Licensed Music for your radio station or podcast production company.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 Upcoming EventsSinn Féin's Commission on the Future of Ireland is hosting a People's Assembly in Cork.  The event will take place on Thursday  19th of February 7pm at the Rochestown Park Hotel. Join the discussion on a new Ireland, how it could be achieved and what it might look like. The conversation will be led by an independent chair and panel which will be announced soon. You can register to attend on Eventbrite or at the venue on the night.  South & East Belfast Sinn Féin is hosting an evening discussion on what a world class, all-Ireland health system could look like and how we make it a reality. Chaired by Deirdre Hargey MLA, with Guest speaker David Cullinane TD and joined by panellists from across the health sector. The event will take place on the 12th of February 7pm at the Malone Lodge.  Kitson Praises Paras in BallymurphyI recently came across the autobiography of British General Sir Frank Kitson which was published last year shortly after his death. It is titled ‘Intelligent Warfare' an oxymoron in any language. In truth it is an account of British military failures through several colonial wars in which Kitson fought, including in Ireland. It is also a reflection of Kitson's enormous personal ego.Kitson came to prominence within the British military hierarchy in the 1950s during its efforts to crush the independence rebellion in Kenya. He established counter-gangs that tortured and killed Kenyan civilians. The groups were made up of British soldiers, including Kitson on occasion, and former members of those fighting against British rule. Tens of thousands of Kenyans ended up in over 150 detention camps where they were brutalized. An estimated 30,000 Kenyans were killed; one and a half million were interned; torture was commonplace and 1090 were hanged.While Kitson boasts of his role in the counter-gangs he ignores the human rights violations that underpinned British strategy in that African country.In 1970 he took command of the 39th Brigade – which covered Belfast and surrounding region. In the same year he published ‘Low Intensity Operations' which quickly became the standard text book for the British Army's counter-insurgency strategy in the following decades. A Raffle for Jim Fitzpatrick limited edition printThe Moore Street Preservation Trust is raffling our hugely popular Elizabeth O'Farrell print - a unique, framed print designed and signed by the renowned Irish artist Jim Fitzpatrick. Míle buiochas Jim.  The draw will take place on Good Friday, 3 April 2026.Tickets are €5 / £5 and they can be bought at: msptshop.myshopify.com Public Media IrelandLast week a report entitled, ‘Public Media Ireland: a New PSM (Public Service Media) Organisation for a New Country' was published in Belfast. The report – a joint project by Dublin City University and Ulster University – recommends the setting up of a new public service media organisation, Public Media Ireland, if citizens  ote yes in the referendum for constitutional change.Susan McKay, the Press Ombudsman, chaired the event. The four authors of the report, Dawn Wheatley, Roddy Flynn, Stephen Baker and Phil Ramsey, shared their vision of a Public Se

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Moving to a new city is one of the most exciting (and emotionally challenging) things you can do in your twenties. Whether it’s for work, study, love, or a fresh start, leaving behind what’s familiar often brings a mix of freedom, fear, loneliness, and growth all at once. It’s a rite of passage, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal experience of moving cities multiple times in my 20s, including moving internationally for the first time, alongside the psychology that explains why this transition feels so destabilising—and what actually helps. We explore:• Why moving increases stress, emotional exhaustion, and homesickness• Why it takes around 6 months to truly adjust to a new city• The role of routine, repetition, and place attachment in feeling settled• Why “going home too often” can slow down adjustment• How novelty, social effort, and structure protect mental health during transitions If you’ve just moved, or are thinking about it, this episode will help you feel less alone, more grounded, and more confident that what you’re feeling is normal, temporary, and part of the process. ORDER MY BOOK Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter Park quickly gained a reputation as one of the hottest up-and-coming singer-songwriters when her project She Returns from War made its first full album debut in 2015. Since, the road dogging and networking have done Hunter and the band well. A 2018 album, well-received by alt-country and alternative media, particularly in her native Charleston, S.C., was followed by the amazing Ruthless in 2023.  And, hot off a fall tour opening for S.G. Goodman, She Returns From War is poised to drop a bonafide country album in 2026. Park joined us on Roots Music Rambler to talk about the project's rise from Charleston open-mic group to touring band. We talked about her moving to Nashville, touring with S.G. Goodman, and her brave openness of being a transgendered country music singer.  With the style and sophistication of her writing and the boldness of her position as a deserving artist in the space, we can't wait to hear the new album and see where 2026 takes her and the group.  Frank and Falls also made some music recommendations in their Pickin' The Grinnin' segment. Frank is big on Presley Haile while falls recommended a Kentucky-based rock/blues/country group called The Shelby Lore Band.   Watch the Episode on YouTube Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com, watch the full episode on YouTube, or download wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  She Returns from War on Spotify Ruthless (album) on Spotify She Returns from War on Instagram The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on YouTube Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Jason Falls on Instagram Jason Falls on TikTok Francesca Folinazzo on Instagram Pickin' the Grinnin' Choices Presley Haile The Shelby Lore Band Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2026 - Falls+Partners. All music on the program is licensed by ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Roots Music Rambler is a member of the Americana Music Association. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Will Moroz rejoins Clutch Conversations to give a real update on his move to the United States — what's going smooth, what's been a challenge, and how he's rebuilding his momentum in a brand-new environment. We also get into his plans for the Southeast Reptile Expo and what this next chapter means for his business, his projects, and his grind moving forward.Tap in for an honest check-in on the transition, the hustle, and the road ahead.#BallPython #BallPythonBreeder #ReptileBusiness #ClutchConversations #HerpCollectorsNetwork #ReptileCommunity #SnakeBreeder #PassionToProfit

Marjorie Taylor Greene has officially announced her resignation from Congress. New "Country of Origin" feature on X exposes foreign account users as frauds. Somali Terror Group "Al-Shabab" reportedly took a cut of money stolen in massive fraud scheme in Minnesota. Trump is officially designating The Muslim Brotherhood as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. Michigan Senator Slotkin admitted that Trump has given no illegal orders to the Military. Marco Rubio believes an end to the Ukraine war is still possible after recent meeting. Scott Bessent is suggesting an end to the filibuster if the Dems shut the government down again    Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN!    www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com www.OldGloryBank.com www.SLNT.com/SHAWN www.CaptainSchiddys.com 

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ITP - 133 Canadian educator Kelly Hogan shared how she transitioned from a career in arts and design to international teaching, spending 13 years in Taiwan where she earned her master's through the College of New Jersey's overseas cohort and later moved to Guatemala as a dual-language liaison at the American School of Guatemala. We discuss how teaching abroad offers ways to grow professionally without returning home, how programs like TCNJ connect global educators, and how cultural differences shape classroom expectations—rigorous academics in Asia versus balance and socialization in Latin America. Her closing advice urges international teachers to build networks, seek help, and support others adjusting to life overseas.Chapters(00:41) Kelly's Journey into International Teaching(04:21) Pursuing a Teaching Degree Abroad(08:12) The Importance of International Cohorts(12:03) Transitioning from Taiwan to Guatemala(15:52) Understanding Multilingual Learners(17:47) Language and Identity(21:44) Evolving Educational Terminology(26:29) Trans-languaging and Multilingualism(29:17) Career Journeys in International Education(35:23) Art and Cultural Exchange(37:21) Exploring Cultural Art and Craftsmanship(38:21) Contrasting Educational Experiences in Different Cultures(41:39) Adapting as an International Teacher(45:33) Navigating Life Abroad: Personal Stories and Lessons(51:50) Essential Items for Moving to a New Country(53:48) The Importance of Networking and Community Support-more information-The International Teacher Podcast is a bi-weekly discussion with experts in international education. New Teachers, burned out local teachers, local School Leaders, International school Leadership, current Overseas Teachers, and everyone interested in international schools can benefit from hearing stories and advice about living and teaching overseas.Additional Gems Related to Our Show:Greg's Favorite Video From Living Overseas - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQWKBwzF-hw⁠Signup to be our guest  ⁠https://calendly.com/itpexpat/itp-interview?month=2025-01⁠Our Website⁠ -  ⁠https://www.itpexpat.com/⁠Our FaceBook Group - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/itpexpat⁠⁠JPMint Consulting Website  - ⁠https://www.jpmintconsulting.com/⁠Greg's Personal YouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs1B3Wc0wm6DR_99OS5SyzvuzENc-bBdO⁠Books By Gregory Lemoine:⁠International Teacher Guide: Finding the "Right Fit" 2nd Edition (2025)⁠ | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.⁠⁠"International Teaching: The Best-kept Secret in Education"⁠⁠ | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.Partner Podcasts:Just to Know You:  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/just-to-know-you/id1655096513Educators Going Global: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/educators-going-global/id1657501409⁠

Some stories don't start with a blueprint — they start with grit. With faith. With a suitcase and a dream bigger than the fear that comes with chasing it. This is the journey of Coach Sara Anastasieska, a warrior who traveled halfway across the world, battled injury after injury, earned TWO master's degrees, played at some of the biggest programs in college basketball, and has now found her purpose pouring into the next generation as an assistant coach at Robert Morris University.This episode of Sports Life Talk: You Got Next is your front-row seat to a life defined by resilience, rebirth, and refusing to fold.Born in Macedonia, raised in Australia, Sara's early life was about survival and belonging. She didn't speak English. She didn't know the culture. But she had two things:Curiosity & courage.That curiosity led her to pick up a basketball in sixth grade — by accident — and she never let it go. From boys' teams to national teams, she climbed fast. She wore the Australian jersey proudly at the U17 & U18 international level — a dream that stamped her identity:“If you never stop growing, you never stop going.”Most players never touch ONE Power 5 gym. Sara lived in several. But the path wasn't glamorous — it was a battlefield.Three straight years injured.Two spinal surgeries by age 21.Rehab. Setbacks. Tears. Repeat.But the comeback moment?25 points vs. UConn.On the biggest stage. Against the best.Proof that you can break, heal, and still rise higher than before.Sara always thought she'd be a player forever — until life redirected her. While rehabbing, she hit the books, earned TWO master's degrees, and discovered a gift bigger than scoring:Coaching. Teaching. Mentoring.She became DBO at UC Santa Barbara, earned her stripes off the court, then made the jump to Assistant Coach at RMU — where she is helping build something special.Robert Morris isn't just a program — it's a family. A culture. A mission.Sara breaks it down:✅ Fast pace✅ Depth & versatility✅ International flavor✅ Weekly mental & life check-insThey are building athletes AND humans.And Coach Sara is a heartbeat in that mission.

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Last Call's Steve Noviello is joined by the talent at New Country 9.63 -- Rachel Ryan, Michelle Rodriguez, and Mark "Hawkeye" Louis.

Steve Noviello discusses a range of topics with Rachel Ryan, Michelle Rodriguez, and Hawkeye from New Country 9.63.

Rachel Ryan, Michelle Rodriguez, and Hawkeye from New Country 9.63 return for another episode of Last Call with Steve Noviello.

In this episode of the Language on the Move Podcast, Brynn Quick speaks writer, illustrator, filmmaker and Academy Award winner Shaun Tan. Shaun is best known for illustrated books that deal with social and historical subjects through dream-like imagery. His books have been widely translated throughout the world and enjoyed by readers of all ages. In the episode, Brynn and Shaun discuss his award-winning 2006 book The Arrival, which is a migrant story told as a series of wordless images. In the book, a man leaves his wife and child in an impoverished town, seeking better prospects in an unknown country on the other side of a vast ocean. He eventually finds himself in a bewildering city of foreign customs, peculiar animals, curious floating objects and indecipherable languages. With nothing more than a suitcase and a handful of currency, the immigrant must find a place to live, food to eat and some kind of gainful employment. He is helped along the way by sympathetic strangers, each carrying their own unspoken history: stories of struggle and survival in a world of incomprehensible violence, upheaval and hope. For more Language on the Move resources related to this topic, see Life in a New Language, Discrimination by any other name: Language tests and racist immigration policy in Australia, Intercultural Communication – Now in the third edition, and Judging Refugees. If you liked this episode, be sure to say hello to Brynn and Language on the Move on Bluesky! For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Register here for my free masterclass: Unlocking Your Stylists' Potential: The key to boosting Productivity and Profits in Your Salon, or head to www.GrowMySalonBusiness.com/masterclassIn this week's episode, I'm joined by Australian salon owner and stylist, Mikki Auld. Earlier this year, Mikki left her Brisbane salon in the hands of her team and took a huge leap, moving to Los Angeles to start over from scratch.Within no time at all, she was fully booked, not because of luck, but because of hustle, grit, and sheer determination.We talk about why she made the move, how she built a client base in a new country with no connections, and the strategies she uses to keep her Brisbane salon thriving without her being there day-to-day. I love a bit of hustle and seeing people get out there, build their book from scratch and doing that in another country, when you don't have a social network, takes courage and a lot of self-belief.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:29] Mikki's move from Brisbane to Los Angeles [02:36] The O-1 visa process and making the leap[06:24] Why LA was the right fit and finding a salon space[09:55] Getting licensed in the US[12:13] The power of hustle: flyers, posters, and ads[15:44] Building clients through Meta ads and old-school marketing[19:17] Starting over: what it feels like to build again[22:20] Differences between the US and Australian salon industry[25:00] Pricing, tipping, and client expectations[26:00] Running her Brisbane salon remotely with systems and leadership[34:54] Lessons from building structure and management teams[37:51] Learning from US salon culture and service standards[44:00] Employee entitlements vs US benefitsWant MORE to help you GROW?

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In our silver anniversary episode, we are going with an international theme!  No, not International Drive, but we will talk about what country/pavilion we would like to see added to Epcot's World Showcase.  We will also share thoughts and insights from our listeners on what they would love to see added. Thank you for downloading and listening to ResortLoop.com - The Gateway to the Magic! Please Stand Clear of the Doors! To receive a free, no-obligation quote, visit us at Resort Loop Travel! If you would like to consider supporting the show, visit ResortLoop.com/support! Exclusive Resort Loop Gear is available at our TeePublic store! Join our Facebook group here! Thank you for downloading The Resort Loop Podcast!  

Noah Cyrus is baaaack! And this time she's bringing it alllll… from a full-on musical performance to visiting the dispensary with Tizzle before recording, today's episode is a wild ride you don't want to miss. Buckle up as Tish “eases her way back into weed” (or so she says…) and Brandi does her best to keep the two stoney balognas on track. Noah opens up about her new album, I Want My Loved Ones to Go With Me, and how family, faith, and a little psychedelic journey helped shape the music. She also shares why having Blake Shelton on one of the tracks was more than just a country collab, it was "meant to be."   Plus they play a round of the Boring Game (a little less boring this time) which sparks the debut of their girl group, "The Cuntry Cats." And this girl group is in quite the mood today, so expect lots of laughs and classic Cyrus family banter!  CHECK OUT NOAH'S MUSIC: “New Country” Feat. Blake Shelton

Noah Cyrus is baaaack! And this time she's bringing it alllll… from a full-on musical performance to visiting the dispensary with Tizzle before recording, today's episode is a wild ride you don't want to miss. Buckle up as Tish “eases her way back into weed” (or so she says…) and Brandi does her best to keep the two stoney balognas on track. Noah opens up about her new album, I Want My Loved Ones to Go With Me, and how family, faith, and a little psychedelic journey helped shape the music. She also shares why having Blake Shelton on one of the tracks was more than just a country collab, it was "meant to be."   Plus they play a round of the Boring Game (a little less boring this time) which sparks the debut of their girl group, "The Cuntry Cats." And this girl group is in quite the mood today, so expect lots of laughs and classic Cyrus family banter!  CHECK OUT NOAH'S MUSIC: “New Country” Feat. Blake Shelton

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos for an honest look at what it really takes to shape iconic hair moments in Hollywood and beyond. From growing up in Thessaloniki with a dream that defied family expectations, to styling the biggest stars on the planet, Dimitris's story is proof that fearlessness and timeless skill can take you anywhere.He shares how packing up his thriving career in Greece to move to New York — without fluent English — taught him that staying in your comfort zone is the biggest risk of all. Dimitris explains why hair is far more than a trend: it's confidence, identity, and self-expression in its purest form. Whether he's creating Met Gala looks for Kim Kardashian or helping everyday clients find their signature style, his approach is all about modern classics and true individuality.Listeners will hear his unfiltered advice for up-and-coming stylists: know the classics before chasing trends, stay curious, and never just copy-paste the same look for every client. Dimitris also breaks down why simple styles — a sleek ponytail, a clean bun — can feel the most powerful when they honor your natural texture.This episode is your backstage pass to the artistry and attitude behind hair that feels fresh today and timeless tomorrow. Tune in and get inspired to make your style — and your life — truly your own.CHAPTERS: (0:00) Introduction and Welcoming Dimitris Giannettos(1:02) Dimitris' Early Career and Journey into Hair Styling(3:02) Moving from Greece to New York and Embracing Risk(4:33) The Struggles of Starting Over in a New Country(7:42) Beauty and Hair: Defining Personality Through Styling(10:24) Exploring Inspirations from Past Decades in Hair Styling(12:51) The Importance of Hair Foundations and Developing Unique Styles(15:04) The Creative Process: Teamwork and Client Collaboration(21:17) Advice for New Stylists: Creativity and Client Understanding(27:05) Dimitris' Go-To Hair Products and Tips for Graying HairTo learn more about Dimitris, visit his social media.Please fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don't forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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