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On Episode 8 of Beyond The Thank You, Michael Parker sits down with retired U.S. Army Master Sergeant Darryl Leonard to discuss the often-overlooked challenges of military transition and life after service. After a successful Army career, Darryl faced the reality that many veterans encounter—leaving behind a structured military environment and finding a new sense of purpose in the civilian world. He shares his personal journey, the lessons he learned while working with AFN, and the obstacles he faced as he built a new identity beyond the uniform. Throughout the conversation, Darryl offers valuable insight for service members approaching retirement, veterans navigating transition, and family members supporting them through the process. His story is a reminder that while military service may end, the mission of leadership, service, and impact continues. Topics Discussed: Transitioning from military service Life after retirement Working with AFN Finding purpose in the civilian sector Veteran challenges and opportunities Lessons learned from military leadership Advice for transitioning service members Real Stories. Real Service. No Script. Beyond The Thank You is an FSEN Original series dedicated to sharing the stories of veterans, service members, and the people whose lives have been shaped by service.

Episode 101 is a little different.After hitting Episode 100, we decided not to overthink this one. No heavy topic, no strict outline, no big debate. Just a real conversation about life, work, family, random thoughts, and whatever happened to be on our minds.This episode is more of a hangout session with Co-op Chronicles. We talk through everyday stuff, the kind of things that come up when you sit down, hit record, and just let the conversation go wherever it wants.Sometimes the best episodes are not the most planned ones. Sometimes they are the ones where you just shoot the shit, laugh a little, vent a little, and talk like real people.So if you like the casual side of the show, this one is for you.Follow Co-op Chronicles everywhere:Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5SdKUmrjtUOB5y32Nd3gFeApple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/co-op-chronicles/id1745794642YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Co-op-ChroniclesInstagram https://www.instagram.com/co_op_chroniclesTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@co_op_chroniclesLinktree https://linktr.ee/CoOpChronicles

On Episode 8 of Beyond The Thank You, Michael Parker sits down with retired U.S. Army Master Sergeant Darryl Leonard to discuss the often-overlooked challenges of military transition and life after service.After a successful Army career, Darryl faced the reality that many veterans encounter—leaving behind a structured military environment and finding a new sense of purpose in the civilian world. He shares his personal journey, the lessons he learned while working with AFN, and the obstacles he faced as he built a new identity beyond the uniform.Throughout the conversation, Darryl offers valuable insight for service members approaching retirement, veterans navigating transition, and family members supporting them through the process. His story is a reminder that while military service may end, the mission of leadership, service, and impact continues.Topics Discussed:Transitioning from military serviceLife after retirementWorking with AFNFinding purpose in the civilian sectorVeteran challenges and opportunitiesLessons learned from military leadershipAdvice for transitioning service membersReal Stories. Real Service. No Script.Beyond The Thank You is an FSEN Original series dedicated to sharing the stories of veterans, service members, and the people whose lives have been shaped by service.

Join this channel to get access to perks: EARLY Access, EXCLUSIVE Episodes & Much More! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeD7roEp99UANH0HVZ3dOA/joinWhat's Your Story - Actor Steve Guttenberg? #131 LIFE IN FILM PodcastBack in the 1980s, our guest tied with Gene Hackman as the decade's most prolific actor. With a run of box office hits including Police Academy, Cocoon, Short Circuit and 1987's biggest hit, Three Men and a Baby, he became one of Hollywood's defining stars and later earned his place on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.We talk about the wild excess of 1980s Hollywood, making Three Men and a Baby without a finished script, why staying “cool” matters in show business, and why, despite decades of success, he still feels like he hasn't fully cracked it yet.Credits Include Three Men and a Baby / Police Academy -1,2,3,4 / Cocoon- 1,2 / Short Circuit / Diner / The Boy From Brazil / Three Men and a Baby / The Goldbergs / Bigger / Ballers / Sharknado 4 / Lavalantula / Casper: A Spirited Beginning / Zeus and Roxanne / It Takes Two / Home for the Holidays / The Big Green / High Spirits / Surrender / The Bedroom Window / The Day After ...etc-----------------------------Host - Actor/Writer ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elliot James Langridge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please contact (Scott Marshall Partners) -----------------------------Our Sponsors MoviePosters.com is the #1 place for movie posters old and new! use our affiliate link https://www.movieposters.com/?sca_ref=8773240.c977RvLKKpL& Get 10% off with code LIFEINFILM10⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ provides you with access to the largest online therapy service in the world. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 10% off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ your first month at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠betterhelp.com/lifeinfilm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-----------------------------Thank you to our guest Steve & to Sean at Katz PR.As always thank you to our sponsors Betterhelp & MoviePosters.com-----------------------------If you enjoyed this episode, please review and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Tube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠etc and please share. It makes a huge difference. -----------------------------Join us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @LIFEINFILMpod. Check out the ⁠Patreon⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/Lifeinfilmpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & Join this channel to get access to perks: EARLY Access, EXCLUSIVE Episodes & Much More! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeD7roEp99UANH0HVZ3dOA/join -----------------------------Please don't forget to⁠ LIKE & SUBSCRIBE⁠! ╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗ ║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣ ╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║═╣ ╚═╩══╩═╩═╩═╩╝╚╩═╩═╝Thanks for watching this episode ... see you in the next video!

A bi-weekly news show informing you on the latest in Bitcoin, privacy and open source tech hosted by Ungovernables, Max and Q. AOBFTF with ZachQ eurotripNew Foundation websiteNEWSU.S. Treasury seizes nearly 1B in Iran-linked crypto, Tether freezes 344M USDT on Tron https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/u-s-treasury-the-united-states-iranThe Mined in America Act would put the Bitcoin network at riskhttps://www.therage.co/mined-in-america-act-bitcoin-at-risk/CVE in Core Lightning: Optech #407 disclosurehttps://bitcoinops.org/en/newsletters/2026/05/29/Introducing Cube: Burak unveils a trustless Bitcoin smart contract L2https://medium.com/cube-bitcoin/introducing-cube-8b3702e470a5Published: May 2026Anonymous plaintiff sues for title to $293 billion in dormant Bitcoinhttps://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/anonymous-plaintiff-seeks-legal-bitcoinPublished: 2026-05-28The U.S. Constitution inscribed on the Bitcoin blockchain via expanded OP_RETURN https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/someone-inscribed-the-constitution-bitcoinPublished: 2026-05-29RELEASESBitcoin Protocol, Core, Knots, SecurityCore Lightning v26.06rc2 — 2026-05-22Release candidate 2 for CLN 26.06. Documentation and gRPC interface refinements on top of rc1's graceful command, sendamount RPC, and BOLT12 payer-proof support. Routing-node operators should test on a non-production node before adopting.Eclair 0.14.0 — 2026-05-21Significant Lightning release from ACINQ. Final versions of channel splicing, simple taproot channels, and zero-fee commitments all ship in this version. This is the Eclair side of the same protocol work showing up in CLN and LDK. If you run an Eclair routing node, this is the upgrade to track.Hardware Signers and Hardware-Wallet AppsColdcard MK5 launch — 2026-05-29New flagship hardware. Larger Gorilla Glass screen, redesigned buttons, improved NFC, dual secure element architecture retained. Already supported in Bitcoin Safe 2.0.0rc0 from earlier this fortnight.Frostsnap 0.3.0 — 2026-05-27Headline change: deterministic firmware build with cryptographic digest verification. So end users can independently verify the firmware binary matches the source. That is the right direction for any hardware signer carrying real money.Keystone 3 v2.4.4 — 2026-05-26Wallet connection removal, Zcash SLIP39 support added, device verification fixes.Trezor Suite v26.5.1 — 2026-05-27 (FTD re-surfacing)Adds ERC-681 QR code support in the send form. Show editorial: only relevant if you use Trezor for Ethereum-side workflows, not a Bitcoin-only change.Ledger Live Desktop 4.5.0 — 2026-05-21Bridge integration refactoring across desktop and mobile.Ledger Live Mobile 4.6.0 — 2026-05-28Async API updates and bridge resolution improvements.Software WalletsSparrow Wallet 2.5.0 — 2026-05-21Headline feature: Silent Payments receiving wallets, including support for airgapped hardware wallet signers. Adds frigate.2140.dev as a Silent Payments capable public Electrum server, auto-selected when required. Plus a BIP32 derivation fallback when retrieving signing nodes for high-index inputs. This is the biggest privacy upgrade of the fortnight in any consumer-facing Bitcoin wallet, and the airgapped-signer support means Coldcard and similar users get it without going hot.Sparrow Frigate 1.5.3 — 2026-05-30Adds a privacy-preserving hourly aggregate of historical scan stats, locally generated server.features response when the backend returns a method-not-found error, improvements to the hosts field in server.features.Bitcoin Seed Tool 2.3.0 — 2026-05-19 (borderline, in grace)Educational interface redesign with violet accent color and integrated learning features.Nunchuk Android 2.5.2 — 2026-05-27"Bug fixes and improvements," nothing detailed publicly.Liana Business v0.1 — 2026-05-20First alpha of Liana's business product line. Environment variable support for signet testing. New product tier from Wizard Sardine for business-focused multisig with timelocked recovery.Peach Bitcoin 0.69.0 (build 350) — 2026-05-19Encrypted backup of custom payout addresses, restoration guidance, camera permission fix, push notification translations.Lightning, L2, ScalingPhoenix 2.8.0 — 2026-05-22UI fixes on Android: scanning inverted QR codes, a button to use the entire available balance when paying Lightning.Phoenixd 0.8.0 — 2026-05-20Upgraded lightning-kmp dependency to 1.12.0.ZEUS 13.0.2 — 2026-05-21Stable release of the RC chain we previewed last fortnight. New default RGS server at rgs.zeusln.com with 15-minute graph updates instead of 3-hour. Improved clipboard, NFC, UI improvements.Arkade arkd v0.9.6 — 2026-05-26Package and component renaming, CI workflow improvements, golang version bump.Arkade TS SDK @arkade-os/sdk 0.4.32 — 2026-05-29Maintenance bump.Arkade TS SDK @arkade-os/boltz-swap 0.3.37 — 2026-05-29Maintenance bump on the Boltz-swap helper.ThunderHub v0.18.4 — 2026-05-29Native display formatting for trading distribution, better CLTV headroom in route building.Blink Mobile 2.4.49 — 2026-05-30Bug fix: removes ABI-prefixed versionCode overrides.LNbits v1.5.5-rc1 — 2026-05-24Release candidate.Mostro v0.17.4 — 2026-05-22Payout confirmation to winner, solver-directed dispute slash, concurrent taker bonds with first-to-lock wins, MOSTRO_NSEC_PRIVKEY environment variable, Yadio price tolerance fix.Bisq v1.10.1 — 2026-05-30Raises trade amount limits to 0.250 BTC after the v1.10.0 post-exploit reset. Adjusts risk-based reduction factors. Fixes a BSQ swap validation bug.Bisq v1.10.0 — 2026-05-17 (carries over from last fortnight as final tag on cutoff day)The post-incident hardening release we covered last fortnight: trade protocol validation, PGP supply-chain verification, 0.125 BTC initial cap, macOS Apple Silicon support.EcashCashu TS v4.5.1 — 2026-05-23Deprecates the current checkProofsStates method in favour of a v5-compatible one. Wallet builders should plan the migration.Fedimint SDK canary release — 2026-05-27React Native transport: flattened RPC payload, persistent callback. Rolling canary channel.Bitcoin Dev InfrastructureBDK FFI 3.0.0 — 2026-05-29Major version of the BDK language bindings. Anyone shipping a wallet on top of BDK should read the migration notes carefully.Liquid GDK 0.77.4 — 2026-05-27Rate-limiting error handling, Rust dependency updates, UTXO retrieval fixes, build improvements.Self-Hosting and Sovereignty InfraJoinMarket-NG 0.31.1 — 2026-05-30Privacy-critical fix: prevents a Sybil DoS where relayed !hp2 floods could starve a maker's own post-ioauth commitment broadcasts. Also installs whiptail in maker and taker container images so the jm-ng TUI works out of the box. JoinMarket-NG continues to ship hardening on a tight cadence.Tor Browser 15.0.14 — 2026-05-19 (borderline, in grace)Important Firefox security updates rolled in.Mullvad Browser 15.0.14 — 2026-05-19 (borderline, in grace)Firefox 140.11.0esr base, NoScript 13.6.19.1984.Nostr (Bitcoin-relevant)Amethyst 1.11.0 — 2026-05-20Restores Lightning Address and LNURL fields in Edit Profile. Useful: those fields were missing for a stretch and creators relying on zaps as a revenue stream were getting cut off in profile edits.EDUCATIONTFTC retrospective: Why Keonne Rodriguez is in prison for building Samourai Wallet — 2026-05-28Bitcoin Optech Newsletter #407 — 2026-05-29CLN vulnerability disclosure (already in news), transcripts from a May Bitcoin Core developer meeting covering SwiftSync, cluster mempool, Erlay redesign, package relay. Eclair 0.14.0 and CLN 26.06rc2 release context.Bitcoin Optech Newsletter #406 — 2026-05-22BIP322 advances to Complete status with human-readable prefixes and PSBT support. TCP hole punching for Bitcoin nodes behind NATs (we flagged this Delving Bitcoin thread last fortnight). Services section highlights Ibis Wallet (BDK-based with coin control and Tor), LDK Server, Mempool.space taproot visualization.Bitcoin Optech #406 recap podcast — 2026-05-26Discussion of BIP322 updates, TCP hole punching, Ibis Wallet, LDK Server, Mempool.space v3.3.0, peer-observer infrastructure.Bitcoin Optech #405 recap podcast — 2026-05-19Bitcoin Core CVE-2024-52911 discussion and the UTXO-set P2P sharing draft BIP with Fabian Jahr.Rainey's book on financial censorshipMentioned by Gladstein on 2026-05-21 as quoting his work on the war on cash and the blocksize war. Plug in education / further reading.TO DONATE TO ROMAN'S DEFENSE FUND: https://freeromanstorm.com/donateHELP GET SAMOURAI A PARDONSIGN THE PETITION ----> https://www.change.org/p/stand-up-for-freedom-pardon-the-innocent-coders-jailed-for-building-privacy-tools DONATE TO THE FAMILIES ----> https://www.givesendgo.com/billandkeonneSUPPORT ON SOCIAL MEDIA ---> https://billandkeonne.org/VALUE…

Another day of headlines, reactions, and real conversations. We covered what's happening, what people are saying, and everything in between.

Another day of headlines, reactions, and real conversations. We covered what's happening, what people are saying, and everything in between.

Send us Fan MailWe trade perfection for a real-time chat about how our brains and bodies shape creative work, from travel calm to the need for negative space away from screens. Along the way we unpack neurodivergence, boundaries, and why coaching can be the container that helps you hear yourself think. • letting go of perfectionism and choosing honesty over polish • finding calm through slower inputs and solo travel time • Rick Rubin's The Creative Act and taking notes without screens • creating negative space through walks journalling and reading • bullet journalling and commonplace-style note taking for learning • weight loss support tools and how ADHD affects body signals • intuitive eating curiosity and stepping away from diet culture • discovering aphantasia and rethinking how imagination works • masking boundaries and communicating needs with friends • coaching as a safe container for thinking feeling and change Please reach out to me I love to hear from you Please reach out and let me know what you thought Support the show☆ other ways to SUPPORT THE SHOW ☆If you appreciate the free content and the work we put into this podcast, consider showing your support in a way that feels right to you. This could be by sharing episodes with friends, signing up for our newsletter, or making a small monthly contribution by clicking the Support the Show link. Your support keeps the podcast going and aligns with the values we share. Thank you for being a part of this movement!☞ GET MAIL ☜☆ SIGN UP HERE! ☆☞ FIND OTHER BUSINESS OWNERS IN OUR COMMUNITY SPACE ☜☆JOIN THE CONVERSATION☆Have a question? Want to offer your opinion? Do you have an idea for a guest or topic? info@ja-wol.com or leave me a voice message!

What do pro anglers really say when the cameras are off?In this episode, 4-time Bassmaster champion Lee Livesay joins Mercer for a completely unfiltered conversation—no notes, no prep, and nothing off limits.From the rules shaping today's tournaments to the rise of AI in fishing, Livesay opens up about where the sport is headed… and what's really being said behind the scenes.We get into:   •   The real conversations happening behind the scenes   •   How rules & technology are changing the game   •   The truth about fishing Lake Fork and the “Fork Factor”   •   The topics every angler wants to talk about—but usually won't   •   And why Livesay continues to perform at the highest levelLee has always called it like he sees it—and this episode is no different: honest, raw, and straight up.If you love real talk, big bass, and the truth about where fishing is going… this one's for you.

What do pro anglers really say when the cameras are off?In this episode, 4-time Bassmaster champion Lee Livesay joins Mercer for a completely unfiltered conversation—no notes, no prep, and nothing off limits.From the rules shaping today's tournaments to the rise of AI in fishing, Livesay opens up about where the sport is headed… and what's really being said behind the scenes.We get into:   •   The real conversations happening behind the scenes   •   How rules & technology are changing the game   •   The truth about fishing Lake Fork and the “Fork Factor”   •   The topics every angler wants to talk about—but usually won't   •   And why Livesay continues to perform at the highest levelLee has always called it like he sees it—and this episode is no different: honest, raw, and straight up.If you love real talk, big bass, and the truth about where fishing is going… this one's for you.

Today wasn't about a plan — it was about what actually went down. Real moments, real reactions, and the kind of conversations you don't rehearse.

Today wasn't about a plan — it was about what actually went down. Real moments, real reactions, and the kind of conversations you don't rehearse.

Headlines, opinions, and a little bit of everything today. Nothing planned. Nothing filtered. Just MVCR being MVCR.

Headlines, opinions, and a little bit of everything today. Nothing planned. Nothing filtered. Just MVCR being MVCR.

This week on No Script, Jackson and Jacob discuss a play which has been called a combination of "Death of a Salesman" and "Our Town." Emily Feldman, a sharp and theatrical emerging playwright, has always wanted to write a play with a Stage Manager character, like in Thorton Wilder's famous play. Now she has. Her play "The Best We Could" explores some of the same themes and structure as Arthur Miller's classic, while taking place in a highly contemporary world. Listen in.  ------------------------------ Please consider supporting us on Patreon. For as low as $1/month, you can help to ensure the No Script Podcast can continue.  https://www.patreon.com/noscriptpodcast  ----------------------------- We want to keep the conversation going! Have you read this play? Have you seen it? Comment and tell us your favorite themes, characters, plot points, etc. Did we get something wrong? Let us know. We'd love to hear from you. Find us on social media at:  Email: noscriptpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/No-Script-The-Podcast-1675491925872541/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noscriptpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noscriptpodcast/ ------------------------------ Thanks so much for listening! We'll see you next week.

Headlines, opinions, and a little bit of everything in between. We talked about what's happening, what people are saying, and what actually matters.

Headlines, opinions, and a little bit of everything in between. We talked about what's happening, what people are saying, and what actually matters.

This weekend on Café Mocha, DeVon Franklin joins us for an honest conversation about faith, heartbreak, and starting over. From storytelling on screen to rebuilding his life in public, he opens up about what healing really looks like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cariad Lloyd, Steen Raskopoulos, Luke Manning, and Emily Lloyd-Saini embark on a new series of improv mayhem. Host Alasdair Beckett-King presides over a series of games full of emotional butchers, a three-headed movie director, and the inner monologue of a spider trapped in the bath."No Script. No Prep. No Clue."To hear more episode from this series, search "Wing It" on BBC Sounds.Presented by Alasdair Beckett-KingDevised and produced by Sam HolmesExecutive Producer: James Robinson Production Co-ordinator: Katie Baum Additional material: Ruth Husko Sound Editor: Chris MacleanA BBC Studios Production for Radio 4

In this episode of No Script, Jackson and Jacob discuss Irish playwright Marina Carr. Her play "Woman and Scarecrow" is a gallows comedy about a woman on her death bed, and the strange figures (some supernatural!) which surround her. Listen in! ------------------------------ Please consider supporting us on Patreon. For as low as $1/month, you can help to ensure the No Script Podcast can continue.  https://www.patreon.com/noscriptpodcast  ----------------------------- We want to keep the conversation going! Have you read this play? Have you seen it? Comment and tell us your favorite themes, characters, plot points, etc. Did we get something wrong? Let us know. We'd love to hear from you. Find us on social media at:  Email: noscriptpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/No-Script-The-Podcast-1675491925872541/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noscriptpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noscriptpodcast/ ------------------------------ Thanks so much for listening! We'll see you next week.

This week on No Script, Jackson and Jacob (finally) discuss a play by Terrence McNally. "Mothers and Sons" is a small, intimate play about two people meeting nearly two decades after they both lost someone close to them. The play also tracks how the world has changed since the AIDS crisis. Listen in!  ------------------------------ Please consider supporting us on Patreon. For as low as $1/month, you can help to ensure the No Script Podcast can continue.  https://www.patreon.com/noscriptpodcast  ----------------------------- We want to keep the conversation going! Have you read this play? Have you seen it? Comment and tell us your favorite themes, characters, plot points, etc. Did we get something wrong? Let us know. We'd love to hear from you. Find us on social media at:  Email: noscriptpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/No-Script-The-Podcast-1675491925872541/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noscriptpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noscriptpodcast/ ------------------------------ Thanks so much for listening! We'll see you next week.

In this episode of No Script, Jackson is joined by Hope College professor Eric Van Tassell and director Dr. Daina Robins in a conversation about Hope's upcoming production of "The Night Witches," a powerful drama by Rachel Bublitz. The play follows the real-life bravery of the Soviet Union's all-female 588th Night Bomber Regiment during World War II. Listen in! ------------------------------ Get your tickets to Hope College's production of "The Night Witches" here: https://hope.edu/offices/events-conferences/tickets/index.html. ------------------------------ Please consider supporting us on Patreon. For as low as $1/month, you can help to ensure the No Script Podcast can continue.  https://www.patreon.com/noscriptpodcast  ----------------------------- We want to keep the conversation going! Have you read this play? Have you seen it? Comment and tell us your favorite themes, characters, plot points, etc. Did we get something wrong? Let us know. We'd love to hear from you. Find us on social media at:  Email: noscriptpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/No-Script-The-Podcast-1675491925872541/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noscriptpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noscriptpodcast/ ------------------------------ Thanks so much for listening! We'll see you next week.

This time on No Script, Jackson and Jacob explore Philip Kan Gotanda's play "Ballad of Yachiyo." This powerful and poetic drama is set in the early 19th century in Hawaii. The play follows a young Japanese-American woman whose life is shaped by cultural expectations and personal yearning. She leaves home to live with a family who will teach her the graces of traditional Japanese arts like the tea ceremony. J&J discuss how the play weaves ritual, pottery, and puppetry into its narrative texture.  Listen in!  ------------------------------ Check out these other voices and their discussions of "Ballad of Yachiyo": The LATW production Gotanda's interview with American Theatre The LA Times Review by Laurie Winer ------------------------------ Please consider supporting us on Patreon. For as low as $1/month, you can help to ensure the No Script Podcast can continue.  https://www.patreon.com/noscriptpodcast  ----------------------------- We want to keep the conversation going! Have you read this play? Have you seen it? Comment and tell us your favorite themes, characters, plot points, etc. Did we get something wrong? Let us know. We'd love to hear from you. Find us on social media at:  Email: noscriptpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/No-Script-The-Podcast-1675491925872541/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noscriptpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noscriptpodcast/ ------------------------------ Thanks so much for listening! We'll see you next week.

In this episode of No Script, we dive into the fascinating world of "Merrily We Roll Along" — Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's bold musical that turns the traditional Broadway story backward. Based on the 1934 play by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart, the show traces the lives of three friends over two decades, but with a twist: it starts at the end and moves in reverse. We explore this reverse chronological structure, the repeated and transformed refrains, and how these three friends' relationship evolves (and devolves) over time. Whether you love Sondheim, innovative storytelling, or musical theatre's ability to explore life's big questions, this episode offers insight into a bold, big musical that asks: What happens when we look back at our choices — and the friends we were once closest to? ------------------------------ Please consider supporting us on Patreon. For as low as $1/month, you can help to ensure the No Script Podcast can continue.  https://www.patreon.com/noscriptpodcast  ----------------------------- We want to keep the conversation going! Have you read this play? Have you seen it? Comment and tell us your favorite themes, characters, plot points, etc. Did we get something wrong? Let us know. We'd love to hear from you. Find us on social media at:  Email: noscriptpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/No-Script-The-Podcast-1675491925872541/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noscriptpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noscriptpodcast/ ------------------------------ Thanks so much for listening! We'll see you next week.

This first episode is intentionally unstructured.Two of the hosts sit down with no outline, no script, and no pressure; just two moms talking, laughing, and bouncing off each other's energy the way it naturally happens. We kick things off with our Song of the Day, wrap up with a Random Kid Moment, and let the rest of the conversation unfold in between.This episode isn't about perfection or polish. It's about giving you a real feel for who we are, how we show up, and why music still lives in us even after life gets loud. Consider this your introduction; not to the show, but to us.The Classic MATM intro the sound that tells you, we're coming back from or going to break/ad ok byyyyeee Support the show

Ever spent four hours in a waiting room just for a two-minute prescription? Or worse, woken up with a painful UTI on a Sunday only to find every GP clinic in town closed? The "Great Divide" between doctors and pharmacists is finally crumbling. In this essential update, Mario Baroni (President of the Pharmacy Guild NSW) breaks down the game-changing shift in Australian healthcare for 2026. Pharmacists are moving beyond the counter and into the consulting room, gaining the power to prescribe for up to 23 common conditions—from ear infections and skin issues to the contraceptive pill and hypertension. Listen to John Stanley live on air from 8pm Monday to Thursday and 7pm on Friday on 2GB Sydney and 4BC BrisbaneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast was recorded LIVE at the 360 Hunting Blinds Dealer Conference — and it's unlike anything we've done before. No script. No pre-planned topics. Just real, unfiltered questions from a room full of experienced hunters, dealers, and business owners. From: • Whitetail habitat strategy • Hunting property mistakes & wins • Faith, family, and business leadership • The real story behind 360 Blinds • Consulting, land management & deer behavior • Youth hunting & passing on values • Feeding hungry kids through ethical deer management This entire episode is the Higgins Hot Seat — live, unscripted, and honest. If you've ever wondered what separates great hunters, great businesses, and great partnerships — this episode delivers. This episode of Chasing Giants Podcast is brought to you by: • Asio Camo – Nature's most lethal camouflage • 360 Hunting Blinds – The best view in the woods • Asio Gear • Midwest Land Group • Novix Outdoors • Mike's Mighty Micros • Victory Auto Group • Mathews Archery • Wildlife Farming • Brenton USA • Vortex Optics • Real World Wildlife Products • Gingerich Tree Farms ➡️ Please support the brands that make this show possible. ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of sponsors or partners. Content is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only. Always follow local laws and regulations regarding hunting, land management, and wildlife practices. © 2026 Chasing Giants TV LLC. Any reproduction without written permission is strictly prohibited.

This is an unedited, unfiltered conversation with Aaron Kennedy.No script. No notes. No clock. No cleanup.No cutting around uncomfortable moments.Aaron and Jon Chasteen talk openly about leadership, faith, pressure, doubt, calling, and the things leaders usually keep to themselves.Nothing here is polished.Nothing here is packaged.It's just a real conversation.

In this episode of Our Classroom, host Roberto Germán reflects on what it means to teach in truth when the ground beneath education feels unstable. Sparked by a powerful question raised during a Teaching in Truth masterclass, this conversation explores fear, uncertainty, and responsibility in today's classrooms—particularly for immigrant families and communities of color. Rather than offering quick fixes or scripted responses, Roberto invites educators to sit with the tension: how do we stay human, ethical, and grounded when schools no longer feel universally safe? This episode centers history, names systems, and reminds listeners that clarity and courage are often cultivated in community, not isolation. Chapters 0:00 – Welcome to Our Classroom 1:20 – When School No Longer Feels Safe 3:45 – Teaching in Truth Means Naming Systems 6:10 – Why Neutrality Isn't Neutral 8:30 – Community Is Not Optional 11:00 – When There Are No Easy Answers 13:30 – Sustainability Over Solutions 15:30 – Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. (CTA) Reflection Questions for Listeners What tensions am I currently holding in my teaching practice? Where have I felt pressure to have answers instead of asking better questions? Who do I turn to when the work feels heavy or unclear? An Invitation to Continue the Work Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. My Classroom Gold is a community of educators committed to equity, truth, and impact—designed for those who want to keep learning, reflecting, and leading with integrity in complex times. https://www.multiculturalclassroom.com/founding-member Connect & Share Follow @multiculturalclassroom Subscribe to Our Classroom wherever you listen Share this episode with a colleague who's navigating uncertainty

Send us a textThis week on the Today is the Day Podcast, I'm joined by actor, speaker, and public speaking coach Brian LaFontaine, whose journey is a powerful reminder that one conversation can change everything.Brian grew up in Rhode Island and later attended college in North Carolina on a golf scholarship, fully expecting his future to be on the course. After his first year, he was told he would no longer be able to remain in the program. What could have ended a dream became the beginning of a new one. One conversation led to stand-up comedy, then acting—and ultimately a decades-long career on stage and screen. Brian remained in North Carolina, where that unexpected pivot reshaped his life and career.Brian has appeared in Stranger Things, Ozark, Nashville, The Vampire Diaries, and Outer Banks, among many others. Today, he brings that experience into his work helping people communicate with clarity, presence, and impact—whether they're pitching an idea, leading a team, stepping onto a stage, or finding their voice in a moment that matters. Through his Speak Easy experience and coaching practice, Brian helps people learn how to truly be seen, heard, and remembered through storytelling.I'm your host, Jodi Hope Grinwald—a career and leadership coach and consultant who works with professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, organizations, and teams across the country. Through my coaching and consulting work, I help individuals gain career path clarity, help leaders become more effective and aligned, and help teams develop from the inside out—strengthening communication, trust, and collaboration in ways that lead to stronger, more dedicated clients and customers.I'm also the founder of the Today is the Day ecosystem, which includes this podcast, a global forum, and my upcoming book, Today is the Day. Live It!—a global mosaic of voices sharing what becomes possible when we step to the edge of comfort and into meaningful impact.This podcast exists to amplify stories, ideas, and people doing changemaking work. If you are building something meaningful—whether in business, leadership, community, or service and believe in the power of connection, I want to share your work through this platform. The Today is the Day Podcast is heard in over 130 countries, and sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals and organizations who want their voice heard by a global, purpose-driven audience.

In the final episode of the season, No Script turns its attention to one of Broadway's sharpest, wittiest, and most unsettling musical comedies: How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Based on Shepherd Mead's satirical guidebook, How to Succeed skewers mid-century corporate culture while exposing timeless truths about ambition, power, masculinity, and conformity. Jacob and Jackson unpack how the musical's bright score and buoyant humor mask a biting critique of the American workplace — and the myth of meritocracy itself. ------------------------------ Please consider supporting us on Patreon. For as low as $1/month, you can help to ensure the No Script Podcast can continue.  https://www.patreon.com/noscriptpodcast  ----------------------------- We want to keep the conversation going! Have you read this play? Have you seen it? Comment and tell us your favorite themes, characters, plot points, etc. Did we get something wrong? Let us know. We'd love to hear from you. Find us on social media at:  Email: noscriptpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/No-Script-The-Podcast-1675491925872541/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noscriptpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noscriptpodcast/ ------------------------------ Thanks so much for listening! We'll see you next week.

This week on No Script, Jacob sits down with singer-songwriter, composer, and emerging theatre-maker Grace Yurchuk for a rich conversation about Julius Caesar. They, of course, discuss the power of rhetoric in Shakespeare's original political thriller and how Grace's bold musical adaptation takes on that challenge. Together, Jacob and Grace unpack what makes Julius Caesar such a gripping and surprisingly contemporary play: its uneasy relationship with power, the psychology of persuasion, the danger of rhetoric, and the shifting loyalties that drive the story toward tragedy. Grace shares her process of transforming a Roman tragedy into modern musical language. Whether you're a Shakespeare lover, a musical theatre fan, or an artist fascinated by adaptation, this episode offers a vibrant look at how old stories become new again — and how young theatre-makers like Grace Yurchuk are reshaping the classical canon with fresh perspectives and fearless creativity. Tune in for a conversation full of insight, artistry, and the thrill of reinventing Shakespeare. ------------------------------ Please consider supporting us on Patreon. For as low as $1/month, you can help to ensure the No Script Podcast can continue.  https://www.patreon.com/noscriptpodcast  ----------------------------- We want to keep the conversation going! Have you read this play? Have you seen it? Comment and tell us your favorite themes, characters, plot points, etc. Did we get something wrong? Let us know. We'd love to hear from you. Find us on social media at:  Email: noscriptpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/No-Script-The-Podcast-1675491925872541/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noscriptpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noscriptpodcast/ ------------------------------ Thanks so much for listening! We'll see you next week.

This week on No Script, Jackson and Jacob discuss Samuel D. Hunter's play "The Whale." Recently adapted into a film starring Brendan Fraser and Sadie Sink, "The Whale" is a complex play about hard-won hope. Listen in as J&J discuss the way Hunter has layered his themes and questions into masterful dramatic scenes.  ------------------------------ Please consider supporting us on Patreon. For as low as $1/month, you can help to ensure the No Script Podcast can continue.  https://www.patreon.com/noscriptpodcast  ----------------------------- We want to keep the conversation going! Have you read this play? Have you seen it? Comment and tell us your favorite themes, characters, plot points, etc. Did we get something wrong? Let us know. We'd love to hear from you. Find us on social media at:  Email: noscriptpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/No-Script-The-Podcast-1675491925872541/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noscriptpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noscriptpodcast/ ------------------------------ Thanks so much for listening! We'll see you next week.

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This week on No Script, Jackson and Jacob discuss Tom Stoppard's epic play about the Velvet Revolution: "Rock 'n' Roll." Listen in as J&J breakdown the play's intricate scene work. They also discuss Stoppard's powerful portraiture of theoretical ideas in everyday life. ------------------------------ Please consider supporting us on Patreon. For as low as $1/month, you can help to ensure the No Script Podcast can continue.  https://www.patreon.com/noscriptpodcast  ----------------------------- We want to keep the conversation going! Have you read this play? Have you seen it? Comment and tell us your favorite themes, characters, plot points, etc. Did we get something wrong? Let us know. We'd love to hear from you. Find us on social media at:  Email: noscriptpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/No-Script-The-Podcast-1675491925872541/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noscriptpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noscriptpodcast/ ------------------------------ Thanks so much for listening! We'll see you next week.

Be ready, stay grounded, and communicate clearly — no matter what's at stake.Communicating under pressure isn't just a useful skill — it can be the difference between escalation and resolution. For Chris Voss, former FBI hostage negotiator and CEO of The Black Swan Group, it's a daily discipline built on empathy, self-regulation, and intentional listening. In this expanded conversation from our Spontaneous Speaking miniseries, Voss offers a rare window into the mindset and methods that helped him show up calm, focused, and adaptable when the pressure is sky-high.“Emotional intelligence is an insane accelerator to outcomes,” Voss shares, explaining how empathy, tone, and timing can shift the direction of any conversation. He breaks down techniques like labeling and mirroring, explores how to use silence and word choice strategically, and explains why overthinking can be just as risky as acting too fast. From gut-level pattern recognition to tactical use of voice, Voss shows how communication becomes more impactful when we're not trying to control — but to connect.In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Voss and host Matt Abrahams dive into how negotiation techniques developed for life-or-death situations can be applied far beyond them — offering powerful takeaways for anyone who needs to think clearly under pressure, stay agile in the moment, and communicate effectively when it matters most.Episode Reference Links:Chris Voss Chris's Book: Never Split the Difference Ep.197 Prep or Perish: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (1 of 3)Ep.198 Pause and Effect: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (2 of 3)Ep.199 Blunder Pressure: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (3 of 3)Ep.203 No Script, No Problem: Final Secrets to Speaking Under Pressure (Bonus)   Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:50) - Path to Hostage Negotiation (03:42) - Power of Emotional Intelligence (05:00) - Staying Calm Under Pressure (06:10) - Mental Prep & Mindset (07:18) - Trusting Your Gut (07:58) - Avoiding Overthinking (09:01) - Flexibility in Negotiations (10:15) - Listen More, Talk Less (10:31) - Labeling & Mirroring (12:51) - Tone Shapes Impact (14:06) - The Final Three Questions (19:37) - Conclusion  *****Thank you to our sponsors:Strawberry.me. Get $50 off coaching today at Strawberry.me/smartSupport Think Fast Talk Smart by joining TFTS Premium.     

As we grow up, we change—at least most of us do. Back in the day, Tom and I worked the bar scene together. We had a ton of fun, saw some things, did some things… Now? We're raising families. Building lives. This episode was a blast—catching up with Tom, talking about what we're into now, and how we've built the lives we have. And here's the twist—Tom's chasing gold. That's right, he's a gold hunter. Raw talk. Real laughs. Earned perspective.

How do you stay clear, calm, and precise when every word counts and there's no room for error?Staying calm and focused while translating high-stakes conversations in real time isn't just a language skill — it's a masterclass in communication under pressure. And for Giampaolo Bianchi, simultaneous interpreter for the United Nations and World Health Organization, it's a challenge he meets with presence, precision, and a whole lot of preparation. In this expanded conversation from our Spontaneous Speaking series, Bianchi offers a behind-the-scenes look at how he prepares for — and performs in — moments where being calm, in control, and adaptable are essential.“We don't translate words — we translate ideas,” Bianchi explains, highlighting the mindset shift that allows interpreters to go beyond language and convey meaning with clarity and nuance. He shares the role of rigorous preparation, physical grounding, and mental focus in his work, and explains how tools like note systems, pre-session rituals, and active listening help manage cognitive load during live interpretation.In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Bianchi and host Matt Abrahams explore how the principles of simultaneous interpretation apply far beyond the booth — offering valuable strategies for anyone who needs to communicate effectively under pressure, adapt in the moment, and ensure their smartest communication happens without a script.Episode Reference Links:Giampaolo BianchiEp.197 Prep or Perish: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (1 of 3)Ep.198 Pause and Effect: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (2 of 3)Ep.199 Blunder Pressure: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (3 of 3)Ep.203 No Script, No Problem: Final Secrets to Speaking Under Pressure (Bonus)   Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:42) - Becoming a UN Interpreter (03:50) - Staying Calm Under Pressure (05:03) - Translating Emotion, Not Just Words (06:10) - Memory and Focus Techniques (07:51) - The Power of Preparation (09:17) - Pre-Meeting Rituals and Readiness (10:34) - Handling Mistakes in Real Time (11:44) - Interpreter Habits in Daily Life (12:45) - The Final Three Questions (17:28) - Conclusion  *****This Episode is sponsored by Stanford. Stay Informed on Stanford's world changing research by signing up for the Stanford ReportSupport Think Fast Talk Smart by joining TFTS Premium.        

What happens when you hit record and coach your business bestie on the spot? This completely unscripted episode follows Nicole coaching Kaila through her biggest manifestation block: how to collapse the timeline on making serious money.Listen as Kaila shares her honest "39 for 39" manifestation review - from crushing fitness goals to launching (and quickly pivoting from) services that weren't aligned. Then dive deep into the real coaching around manifesting $650K in take-home income, dealing with team turnover, and why everything feels like it's moving through molasses.Grab the FREE Frequency of Wealth Bundle Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/fow

Master the art of thinking on your feet and turning unpredictability into powerful communication.Being quick on your feet isn't just a performance skill — it's a communication necessity. And for Peter Sagal, longtime host of NPR's Wait Wait… Don't Tell Me, it's a craft he's honed over more than two decades in front of a live audience. In this expanded conversation from our Spontaneous Speaking series, Sagal shares what it really takes to communicate with presence, flexibility, and confidence when the script goes out the window.“My job was no longer to be funny — my job was to make funny possible,” Sagal explains, reflecting on the shift from performer to facilitator. He opens up about how structure and ritual prepare him to embrace chaos, why listening matters more than cleverness, and how he defines success not by what he says, but by what others are able to say because of him. “Preparation is key,” he notes, “but being willing to let go of that preparation and follow what's happening in the moment is really important.”In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Sagal and host Matt Abrahams discuss how to navigate speaking on the spot—whether you're managing meetings, leading teams, or handling high-stakes conversations—and offer a powerful reminder: the best spontaneous communicators don't control the moment—they connect through it.Episode Reference Links:Peter D Sagal Ep.197 Prep or Perish: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (1 of 3)Ep.198 Pause and Effect: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (2 of 3)Ep.199 Blunder Pressure: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (3 of 3)Ep.203 No Script, No Problem: Final Secrets to Speaking Under Pressure (Bonus)   Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (03:02) - Making Funny Possible (04:11) - Ditching the Script (07:26) - Pre-Show Rituals (09:41) - How to Introduce People Well (12:44) - Being Funny in the Moment (14:38) - Staying Present On Stage (16:58) - Gracious Communication (21:23) - The Final Three Questions (24:59) - Conclusion   ********This episode is sponsored by Grammarly. Let Grammarly take the busywork off your plate so you can focus on high-impact work. Download Grammarly for free today Become a Faster Smarter Supporter by joining TFTS Premium.     

This week Wade returns from a week off and we will be doing what we do best: No Script, Just Chat! This is our next edition of the random babble series. We cover anything and everything CPG related and items that are even outside of CPG. Just Alex and Wade talking shop!We will shout out comments and questions from the viewers as always. Enjoy!

Joshua Farmer doesn't just act, he commands the moment. In this raw and revealing episode of Kickin' It with KoolKard, we tap in with the man behind the intensity, the craft, and the calm confidence.From personal battles to big breaks, Joshua shares how he stays grounded while chasing greatness. This conversation goes beyond acting; it's about purpose, presence, and paving your own lane when no one hands you a map.

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Most Mondays on Minnesota Now, MPR News listeners hear the voices of sports contributors Wally Langfellow and Eric Nelson. Each week they walk us through the winning streaks, slumps and near-misses of Minnesota teams. In this installment of our series Out to Lunch, we go out to the ballgame with these two longtime broadcasters to find out what drives their passion for sports. MPR News host Nina Moini meets up with Wally and Eric at a recent Twins game against the Seattle Mariners.

We are back for our second edition of the buyer series and this week we are excited to bring on very knowledgeable and community driven buyers from all different areas of the country. In no particular order:Robert Johnson - New Seasons MarketJason Hostettler - Buehler's MarketKenny Hausmann - Fresh Thyme MarketAs always, it's "No Script, Just Chat." We will cover a range of topics surrounding buyers, tips to present to a retailer and get on shelf, how to approach a buyer at trade-shows, and much more!

This week we are featuring two great founders who have built out great beverage companies. They will share their stories and how they got to where they are today and any gems they can share with the CPG community.We are bringing on:Yanni Hufnagel - Founder of Lemon Perfect CompanyMatt Mclean - Founder of Uncle Matt's OrganicJoin us for this great episode. No Script, Just Chat!

Stay sharp, sound confident, and speak with impact — even when you're put on the spot.Communicating clearly is challenging enough when there's time to prepare. But in most situations — whether in meetings, casual conversations, or high-stakes moments — we rarely have the luxury of scripting our words. We must think and speak in real time.Spontaneous communication is a daily challenge, yet few of us receive formal training in how to handle it with poise and confidence. So how can we stay composed and communicate effectively when put on the spot? Drawing on years of experience, our expert coaches — including a sports broadcaster, FBI negotiator, UN interpreter, game show host, NFL referee, and Sotheby's auctioneer — share their final pieces of advice to help answer that question.In this special episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, the Spontaneous Speaking miniseries concludes with powerful tools, frameworks, and tips for staying calm, organizing your thoughts, and speaking with clarity under pressure. Matt Abrahams shares practical strategies and exercises designed to help you build lasting habits and sharpen your impromptu speaking skills.Whether you tend to freeze when caught off guard or simply want to express your ideas more effectively on the fly, this final installment will equip you to not only think fast — but speak smart.Episode Reference Links:Chris Voss - Former FBI Negotiator, Keynote SpeakerChris Voss's Book: Empathy and Understanding In Business  Annabelle Williams - Paralympic Champion, Sports BroadcasterGiampaolo Bianchi - United Nations InterpreterBrad Rogers - NFL Referee, ProfessorPhyllis Kao - Sotheby's AuctioneerPeter D Sagal - Game Show Host, AuthorConnect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (01:56) - The Power of Structure (05:48) - Expert Tip: Trust Yourself (06:09) - Expert Tip: Project Confidence & Provide Value (07:48) - Expert Tip: Ask for What You Need & Visualization (10:15) - Expert Tip: Review & Reflect (12:15) - Expert Tip: Use an Encouraging Tone (12:36) - Expert Tip: Turn Observation into Storytelling (14:29) - Conclusion    ********This episode is sponsored by Grammarly. Let Grammarly take the busywork off your plate so you can focus on high-impact work. Download Grammarly for free today Become a Faster Smarter Supporter by joining TFTS Premium.   

Ready to 20x your traffic without running a single ad and do it in under an hour a week? In this episode, Jenna Kutcher is back to share why Pinterest is the most powerful (and most overlooked) marketing platform for entrepreneurs. She shares the strategy that brings in 3M monthly views with 1 hour of effort. We talk about what makes Pinterest so different from Instagram and Facebook, how to repurpose your existing content for maximum ROI, and how to turn that traffic into subscribers and sales. Plus, we get personal about boundaries, burnout, and what it takes to grow your business and your life. Check out our Sponsors: Brevo - Meet the all-in-one marketing and CRM platform for your business. Get started free or save 50% for 3 months with code HAPPY at brevo.com/happy Airbnb - Start making money by listing your home on Airbnb with an experienced Co-host, find a co-host at airbnb.com/host Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci, Sign up for your $1/month trial period at shopify.com/happy The RealReal - Buy and sell luxury clothing, bags, and more on The RealReal. Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to therealreal.com/happy HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 How Jenna got started in the online business and marketing world. 05:45 The most underrated marketing platform you're probably ignoring. 08:00 How to use Pinterest to market physical products and services. 13:00 How to promote your podcast using Pinterest. 16:45 Pinterest strategies to drive traffic and grow your email list. 21:30 How to repurpose your existing content to reach a wider audience. 24:00 How do you get 3 million monthly views with 1 hour of work? 27:00 Tips for coaches, creators, and beginners to grow using Pinterest. 29:30 How do you set boundaries in your life and business? 37:15 What is a “No Script”, and how do you create it? 40:30 How to learn Jenna's Pinterest system for YOUR business growth.  RESOURCES Join Jenna's FREE LIVE WORKSHOP to 20x Traffic in 1 Hour A Week Using Pinterest! Get The Pinterest Lab - Your playbook to turn Pinterest into the #1 driver of web traffic in 1 hour per week! Get on the waitlist for our new mastermind HERE! Check out our FREE 90-Day Business Blueprint HERE! Listen to my free SECRET PODCASTS SERIES - Operation: Rekindle This B*tch Get glōci HERE Use code: HAPPY at checkout for 25% off! FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getglociFollow Jenna: @jennakutcher