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Join host Tabria Majors for an empowering conversation with Dr. Sarah Oreck, a reproductive psychiatrist, therapist, founder of Mavida Health, and mom of three. As one of only a handful of doctors in the U.S. with specialized training in reproductive psychiatry, Dr. Sarah is on a mission to destigmatize and radically improve access to maternal mental health care. In this episode, Tabria and Dr. Oreck dive into the mental health challenges many parents face during the pregnancy and postpartum journeys, including anxiety and intrusive thoughts. Dr. Sarah shares clinical insight, real-life strategies, and the deeply personal reasons that led her to co-found Mavida Health, the only physician-led platform offering comprehensive, specialized online therapy and mental health support for every stage of the maternity journey. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back for Part 2 of our deep dive into postpartum mental health with Dr. Sarah Oreck, and you don't want to miss this one! Beyond the baby blues and PPD, we're talking about the stuff you don't hear enough about—Postpartum Rage, DMER (Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex), and that ever-present Mom Guilt. We also chat how this can effect our relationships & intimacy, and what to do if your partner is the one experiencing depression or anxiety. This episode is packed with expert advice and honest, judgment-free conversation. Let's get through this together! Want more from our guest this week? Instagram: @sarahoreckmd Check out Mavida Health! HERE Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out the NEW IG @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! Thrive Market - Get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! ThriveMarket.com/bottleservice Lume - Postpartum can stink, but you don't have to! Get 15% off with code BOTTLESERVICE at LumeDeodorant.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm joined by Dr. Sarah Oreck to talk about Mavida Health, a unique platform combining clinical care and online emotional support and community for maternal and paternal mental health care. We can only hope that their style of specialized support and wide range of reproductive mental health services will eventually be replicated in more places across the US. You'll learn what Mavida Health is doing to fill the gaps with accessible mental health care for families in need. Join us to hear more from Dr. Oreck. Dr. Sarah Oreck is a Columbia University-trained psychiatrist with a fellowship in reproductive psychiatry. She is the co-founder and CEO of Mavida Health. Driven by a deep frustration with the shortcomings in maternal mental health care, Dr. Oreck envisioned Mavida as a platform to revolutionize access to high-quality mental health services along the path to parenthood. As a practicing therapist and prescriber, she combines cutting-edge medical treatments with a holistic, whole-body approach to mental health. She is the proud daughter of South American immigrants and grew up between Los Angeles and Colombia. She currently resides in Los Angeles with her husband and three children. Show Highlights: An overview of Mavida Health and their highly specialized services (In clinics in CA, NY, and NJ and via their app nationwide) A virtual platform makes sessions more accessible and convenient, especially for those in more rural areas. The importance of peer support and community The most common topics and questions from Mavida patients It's a scary time to be a parent! Mavida's support for people in the LA area impacted by recent wildfires, current politics, and other anxieties Real-world implications for parents and those who wish to become parents The meaning behind the name “Mavida” Resources: Connect with Dr. Sarah Oreck and Mavida Health: Website, Dr. Oreck's Instagram, and Mavida Health's Instagram Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services.  You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.   Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today! If you are a California resident looking for a therapist in perinatal mental health, email me about openings for private pay clients! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The postpartum period is no joke—hormones are crashing, sleep is nonexistent, and emotions are running high. But how do you know if it's just the “baby blues” or something more serious? This week, Sarah is deep in the trenches of postpartum and calling in reinforcements. Enter Dr. Sarah Oreck, a Columbia University-trained, board-certified psychiatrist specializing in reproductive mental health. As the co-founder and CEO of Mavida Health, a medical advisor for Natural Cycles, and a mom of three, she gets it. Dr. Oreck breaks down the most common postpartum mental health struggles, from anxiety to depression, and shares real, practical tools to help you feel more like you again. If you're feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone—this episode is here to help! Want more from our guest this week? Instagram: @sarahoreckmd Check out Mavida Health! HERE Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out the NEW IG @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! Thrive Market - Get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! ThriveMarket.com/bottleservice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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TW: pregnancy loss. Dr Sarah Oreck is a Reproductive Psychiatrist and Therapist and the Co-Founder and CEO of Mavida Health. We discuss miscarriage and how to show up for our friends, feeling alone postpartum, if and when you should make a relationship change after babies, coping with PPA and PPD, the baby blues, supporting friends through IVF, and more.Sponsors:Download Marble and use promo code ACME for a free 3 month membership.Head to article.com/ACME for $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sarah Oreck, co-founder and CEO of Mavida Health, to discuss the importance of maternal mental health care and, specifically, all things ADHD. Dr. Sarah shares what Mavida Health does and why they are filling a gap in the mental health space, why ADHD is a big part of their support platform, and how ADHD is often misunderstood, starting in childhood. She shares lifestyle techniques to help work with ADHD symptoms, why it seems like so many mothers are struggling with ADHD right now, and why it's so important to know how your hormones affect both your physical and mental health. We talk about executive functioning and why it's so important, how to communicate your mental health needs to your partner, and why task paralysis happens. Finally, she discusses the relationship between ADHD and overstimulation, and the struggle of being jealous of people we perceive as “making it work” better than we are.Key Takeaway / Points:What is Mavida Health and what do they do for maternal mental health?How ADHD is often dealt with in childhood and misunderstoodOn the differences between ADD and ADHDWhere I am with my ADHD right now and why I'm ready to go on medicationOn lifestyle techniques to help work with ADHDWhy it seems like so many mothers are struggling with ADHD right nowOn knowing your own body and being aware of how your hormones affect your mental and physical healthWhat is executive functioning and why is it important?On the various symptoms of ADHDHow to communicate your mental health needs to your partnerOn task paralysis and why it happensOn the relationship between ADHD and overstimulationOn being jealous of people we perceive are “making it work” better than we areThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Visit NOBULL here and use code CAMERON30 for 30% off your orderGo to hibobbie.com and get 10% off your first subscription order of Bobbie's Organic Infant Formula and free shipping with code CONVOSWITHCAM10 Head to http://www.manhattanwellness.org/CAMERON to be matched with a perfect-fit provider and get your first therapy session freeDownload the Labour app on the Apple App store and use code CAMERON for your first free month or visit https://www.labourtheapp.com/Head to cuddly.com/CAMERON to make a donation to an animal in needFollow Dr. Sarah:Instagram: @sarahoreckmd @mavidahealthWebsite: www.mavidahealth.comFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersYoutube: Cameron RogersCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear Media. Guest: Dr. Sarah OreckSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 57: Mental Health in the Journey to Motherhood with Dr. Sarah Oreck @sarahoreckmd In this episode, Rachael has a great discussion with Dr. Sarah Oreck, a reproductive psychiatrist and founder of Mavita Health. They talk about the importance of mental health care support during the sometimes long, difficult journey to parenthood. Dr. Sarah highlights the different experiences and challenges that individuals face during pregnancy and postpartum, including pregnancy loss and infertility. Inside this episode: The stigma surrounding mental health in the perinatal period, including for those going through fertility treatments, going through secondary infertility and more How each pregnancy and postpartum can pose different challenges How lifestyle factors, such as movement, mindfulness, and nutrition, support mental health The importance of destigmatizing medication use during pregnancy and postpartum when needed How sleep deprivation affects mental health and how you can protect maternal sleep Balancing the needs of your baby and yourself How to tailor your social media feed to promote positive mental health. Some of the best ways to support new parents in their postpartum period The need for accessible and comprehensive care that includes therapy, medication management, & whole-body support. And so much more! Mentioned in this episode: Dr. Sarah Oreck's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahoreckmd  Mavida Health website: https://www.mavidahealth.com/  Mavida Health Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mavidahealth/  If you enjoyed this episode, please rate 5⭐️ and write us a review! ⬇️ ✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram!

On today's episode, Ali is talking to yet another amazing woman who has turned her pain into her purpose:  Dr Sarah Oreck, Co-Founder and CEO of Mavida Health. After her late-term pregnancy loss, Sarah created a company that would provide those on their path to parenthood the right tools and resources to take care of their mental health, every step of the way. Ali and Sarah talk about sex education and what they both learned about having babies when they were growing up; the devastation of what Sarah went through; how talking about miscarriage (or any loss, for that matter) and mental health need to be normalized, and how her Mavida Health co-founder also experienced a second trimester pregnancy loss.  For more, go to mavidahealth.com  TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:TTC; late-term pregnancy loss; mental health; perinatal mental health; miscarriage EPISODE SPONSORS:WORK OF ARTAli's Children's Book about IVF and Assisted Reproductive Technologyhttps://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksDo not miss Ali's children's book about IVF! It's been getting rave reviews. “Work of ART” is the story of an IVF kiddo the day he learns he is a “work of ART” (born via IVF and ART). For young readers 4-8. Hardcover. Written by Ali Prato; Illustrated by Federico Bonifacini.Personalized and non-personalized versions are available. Order yours now at https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksFor bulk orders of 10 or more books at 20% off, go to https://www.infertileafgroup.com/bulk-order-requestFERTILITY RALLYIG: @fertilityrallywww.fertilityrally.comNo one should go through infertility alone. Join the Worst Club with the Best Members at fertilityrally.com. We offer 5 to 6 support groups per week, three private Facebook groups, tons of curated IRL and virtual events, and an entire community of more than 500 women available to support you, no matter where you are in your journey.Join today at link in bio on IG @fertilityrally or at www.fertilityrally.com/membershipSAVE $40 on an annual membership with code RALLY2024RECEPTIVA DXhttps://receptivadx.com/ReceptivaDx is the singular test capable of identifying endometriosis,progesterone resistance, and endometritis in one comprehensive analysis. These conditions are often the hidden culprits behind unexplained infertility, directly impacting the success rates of IVF treatments. Ask for the Receptvia DX test today, and use code INFERTILEAF24 for $75 off.Support this podcast at https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this special episode of the Ask Dr. Sterling Podcast, take a peek inside the Sterling Parents Expert Series, where Dr. Sterling is joined by the incredible Dr. Sarah Oreck, a renowned reproductive psychiatrist, to dive into your questions about finding peace after pregnancy loss.No journey is the same and there is no right or wrong way to navigate the grief of pregnancy loss. Whether you're on your own journey of healing or supporting a loved one, tune in to learn how to find peace and navigate the path forward after loss.Connect with Dr. Sarah Oreck & learn more about her work at Mavida Health._____________The Ask Dr. Sterling podcast is here to tackle your burning questions - the ones you are too nervous to ask your OB. Have a question for Dr. Sterling to answer on the podcast? Send it to podcast@sterlingparents.com!Follow us at @askdrsterlingpodcast on Instagram & tiktok and check out the only membership designed to reduce the worries & anxieties of pregnancy and postpartum - Sterling Parents MembershipHost: Dr. Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership

Whether you are TTC, currently preggers, in a postpartum meltdown, questioning your entire life as a mother, or questioning your decision to never have kids. Something that is rarely discussed is our BRAINS ON BABY. Dr. Sarah Oreck, MD, MS, is a Columbia University-trained psychiatrist focusing on Women's Mental Wellness. In this episode, the ladies have the most wonderful conversation about all things brain, body, and baby. Plus, an extra special good week bad week! Check out our great sponsors!!! Skims: Shop the SKIMS T-Shirt Shop at Skims.com - After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select LADYGANG from the dropdown menu! Progressive: Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive! Huggies: Get your baby's butt into Huggies' best fitting diaper! Huggies Little Movers. We got you, baby.

Our guests are so generous with their time. They allow us to have terrific conversations about this world of intellectual property, their roles, and strategies for effectively dealing with IP. That's certainly the case with our featured guest today. Carlo Cotrone wears a lot of hats in the field of intellectual property. As chief IP counsel for Techtronic Industries, he manages innovation for the company's well-known brands, such as Ryobi, Milwaukee, Hoover, Oreck, and Dirt Devil. In this episode, he shares his thoughts on the importance of strategy and collaboration as enterprises navigate the world of IP. In this episode, Jeff Harty and Carlo Cotrone discuss: What about IP inspires and drives Carlo in his life and career. The breadth of IP issues that Carlo deals with as in-house IP counsel. Why strategy and collaboration are essential in IP.The mindset of collaboration locally and globally. Counterfeiting in the world of e-commerce. Key Takeaways: Strategy is about outside-the-box thinking and moving beyond the tactical to find complementary ways that may not come to mind immediately without intentionally taking a different view.Knowing the client's business and looking at IP from a business perspective is an excellent approach for both in-house and outside counsel. Collaboration comes down to human-to-human and human-to-group communication and relationships. It's important to find partners with whom you can build relationships and who understand the risk profiles of the company. “It's really important to develop meaningful metrics internally, especially those that help hold the IP teams, and the company at large, to a rationality to the investments being made in IP and the result.” —Carlo Cotrone   About Carlo Cotrone: Carlo Cotrone is chief IP counsel at Techtronic Industries North America (TTI), a world leader in cordless technology spanning power tools, outdoor power equipment, and floor care appliances. He also is adjunct professor of law at University of Houston Law Center. He is a frequent speaker and author on topics such as IP strategy and asset management, legal ethics, collaboration and innovation strategies for law firms and corporate legal departments, and professional development. Previously, Carlo served as senior IP counsel at General Electric and at energy technology company Baker Hughes. He practiced law at firms on the East Coast and in the Midwest, most recently as a partner. He holds two U.S. patents as the inventor of technology directed to digital sheet music.Connect with Carlo Cotrone: Website: https://ipwatchdog.com/people/carlo-cotrone-2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/cmcotrone LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlo-cotrone-8266752/ Connect with Jeff Harty: Website: https://nyemaster.com/attorney-directory/jeffrey-d-harty/Email: jharty@nyemaster.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-harty-5a9a1643/

In this episode Kevin reviews a recent story of a female ultramarathoner in Oahu that reported and documented that she came across a creepy "Night Marcher" demon from Hawaiian folklore. And in part two of the show, Bill covers a strange account from an account from two women that were running on a rural trail in Oreck, in Northern California. And some great listener mail from many of you so please join us! Thank you for listening!www.bigfootterrorinthewoods.comProduced by: "Bigfoot Terror in the Woods L.L.C."

Small-scale technologies like solar panels and on-site battery storage are empowering homeowners, businesses, and entire communities to become more energy independent. In this episode, we talk with Dick Bakker, Director of the Ottawa Renewable Energy Co-operative (OREC), about his personal switch to solar power, OREC's role as an advocate for renewable energy, and more. Related links   Ottawa Renewable Energy Co-operative: https://www.orec.ca/ Dick's article: https://www.orec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Vistas-Jan-2024-2pages.pdf Hydro Ottawa: https://hydroottawa.com/en To subscribe using Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thinkenergy/id1465129405   To subscribe using Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7wFz7rdR8Gq3f2WOafjxpl   To subscribe on Libsyn: http://thinkenergy.libsyn.com/ --- Subscribe so you don't miss a video: YouTube   Follow along on Instagram   Stay in the know on Facebook   Keep up with the posts on X --- Transcript: Dan Seguin  00:06 This is thinkenergy, the podcast that helps you better understand the fast changing world of energy through conversations with game changers, industry leaders, and influencers. So join me, Dan Seguin, as I explore both traditional and unconventional facets of the energy industry. Hey, everyone, welcome back. In today's era, there is a growing desire among residents to take charge of their energy consumption not only to manage costs, but also to actively generate their own power. Traditionally, electricity has been generated at large power plants and transmitted over extensive distances to homes and businesses, leaving consumers with little influence over the source of their electricity. However, advancements in small scale technologies such as solar panels and onsite battery storage are empowering homeowners, businesses, and entire communities to become energy self-sufficient. In addition to these technologies, the integration of smart thermostats, vehicle to grid charging stations and heat pumps is further reshaping the dialogue around energy generation, conservation, and being active participants in an emission free future. Today, Canadians have the opportunity to take control of virtually every aspect of their energy consumption and interaction. The landscape of energy is evolving, putting the power back into the hands of individuals and communities alike. So here's today's big question. What role will innovative technologies and decentralized energy solutions play in shaping the future energy independence for individuals and communities? Joining us today is Dick Bakker, an Ottawa area homeowner that recently published an article about his experience installing a solar panel system on his home. Dick is also the director of an auto renewable energy cooperative, so brings a unique perspective on other small scale renewable projects his organization has been involved in. Dick, welcome to the show.   Dick Bakker  02:34 Thank you very much.   Dan Seguin  02:36 Now, you recently published an article about the process of installing solar panels on your home. What inspired you and your family to make the switch to solar power? And why did you decide to share your experience in this article,   Dick Bakker  02:52 It was a long process, I actually had to go back to 98 when the ice storm hit Eastern, Northeastern the US and Canada. At that time, I was working in the internet equipment business. And I watched the world stop and became fascinated with how it happened. And that caused a restart and an interest in energy that I had from the 70s during the oil crisis. And I found the electricity grid to be very similar to the telecom industry, then in oh three. So in 98, we were out of power here for seven days. People across the road had power, so we're okay, but we just didn't have power in our house. We just live with them. Then in Oh, three the trees in Ohio shut down North America again. And I couldn't believe that that could happen again. But at that time, Ontario was the last jurisdiction in North America to come back on stream fully. It took us almost four weeks for the whole province to come back. But Quebec was lit up okay. And they actually had bars on the hunt in the hall side looking at the lights going off in Ontario. But I asked myself why the heck is this. And I realized very quickly that it was because of our big nuclear plants. They're so big, and so rigid. The premier at the time couldn't get the citizens of Ontario to turn off their air conditioning units because of the heatwave we were in. And Quebec was unaffected. Well, why? And I learned it is the centralized nature of Ontario's power grid, and the lack of demand management that we have here. Because of that, anyway, I became fascinated with electricity regulations, and all of that. And that eventually led to me becoming part of the Ottawa renewable energy cooperative, where I learned through hard knocks the problems of the electricity system, the predatory protective regulations, and this new idea called distributed energy resources. Anyway, long and short, I finally realized that we needed to do something at home. And that came about eventually to us putting solar on the house when certain regulations changed. I wrote the article so that I could share my experiences of how the Ontario electricity system works, what we can do about it, and I wrote it for the local community newspaper, the VISTAs, I live in Alta Vista. And through my work at Oreck and my own interests in this house and making it more efficient and cheaper to run, I learned an awful lot and that information should be spread, I thought, okay, Dick,   Dan Seguin  05:24 In your article, you mentioned the challenges you and your neighbors face during the durational storm that hit Ottawa in 2022. And the tornado in 2018. How did these experiences influence your decision to invest in solar and other distributed energy resources specifically?   Dick Bakker  05:46 Well, specific? A lot. They were instrumental. So I've lived in this house for 30 years and Alta Vista, we've been out of power for longer than five days, four times. In the 98 ice storm, the 2003 trees in Ohio that fell over and shut down North America, 2018 Tornado, and the 2022 Derecho. And then there was also another big ice storm in the spring of 23. But we'll leave that aside, it didn't affect us too much. So after the 2022 Derecho, my neighbor and I were discussing what had happened, were both out for 10 days, and he was beside himself because he didn't have anywhere to go. They want to get off the grid completely. And he knew I was involved in the Ottawa, renewable energy cooperative, or Rec. And I told him, You can't go off grid because it's not worthwhile. It's not effective, you're getting a subsidized price of electricity, which didn't, he didn't like hearing that. But I said, you're just we're just not paying enough for our electricity. We're getting it so cheap, it doesn't make sense to put solar on your roof. Besides, we both had trees in our cell site. So that was then I explained to him the centralized nature of the grid. 60% of our power comes from three nuclear sites. Bruce Darlington and Pickering. Pickering being 14%. The pension funds like to invest in big centralized power plants, big shiny objects that the world can see. And the long lines that bring the power from way over there to our little corner is like a cash stream that the incumbents want to keep. They're not interested in distributed energy resources, or D are spread around. But that's where we should be going that time in 2022. Knowing what I knew of the regulations and the orientation of the provincial government, I couldn't see ever having the potential to put solar on your house. Sorry, I couldn't see the financial justification of putting solar on the house. And on top of that, the present government is subsidizing our electricity bills to the tune of 7 billion a year five and a half billion of that is going to general subsidies to the middle class and upper class not targeted to the poor. So at some point that's going to rise. The rating agencies will correct that by threatening to downgrade Ontario's credit rating but all that to say it's still subsidized, so it's not worth putting it on. Then in 2023, January, the Ontario government came out with some changes and started encouraging net metering and local generation.   Dan Seguin  08:28 Okay, now, did you also discuss the changing landscape of Ontario's electricity rules, specifically mentioning the Ontario Energy Boards directive in 2023? What changed that, in your opinion, helped to facilitate the adoption of solar power and what challenges still exist for homeowners today?   Dick Bakker  08:51 Thanks, Dan. That directive from the Ontario Energy Board and 23 was was a game changer for the province. I don't think they realize what potential they unleash them. So from 2018 When the Conservative government took power, they had a big grid only mentality. They wanted big power plants and long lines to deliver the power to the homes and the rules around net metering, which is the only way you can put solar on your house and stay connected to the grid. That's where you generate power, consume it yourself, and trade credits for your over summer for your summer overproduction for your winter consumption or purchases from the grid. So that pricing scheme was basically rigged against the homeowner because homeowners were forced to go to the tiered pricing scheme. So just on that situation, and up until 2023. Net metering wasn't very cost effective because of the pricing, but it could work. Technically, the grid acts as a battery so you're never out of power. So that rule kept me way from thinking of solar on my house. Also, I had trees to the south of the house. So the best place to put the solar panels wouldn't be productive. I don't want to cut the trees down, because that keeps my air conditioning costs low, and they're nice. But then in 23, the province changed the rules around net metering, and came up with an ultra low overnight rate. So the key thing about net metering, they said the local distribution companies would have to give the net metering customer the option to pick their rate class. So you go to a time of use rate if you wish. And then you get value for your time value of electricity. So if you're producing an high rate, you get the high rate in your credits. Okay, so that's good, then they came up with an ultra low overnight time of use rate, third rate class to encourage every user to charge at night, not during the evening dinnertime when everybody's turning on lights and eaters and all their devices. So they want to reduce consumption during the peak hour, and increase consumption at the low hour. And if you produce solar during the four to 9pm, period at 28 cents, that's what you pay, you get credits for 28 cents, that is much better economics for the homeowner, the end user and the solar producer. That's when I realized that my house was actually ideal because I've got a very low sloped roof. The South Side is full of trees, but the north side is clear. And the North side's going to produce more during the four to eight o'clock pm in the summertime at 28 cents. So one hour of that can offset 10 hours at the 2.8 cents for the low rate. So that was one thing. The other thing is I have an EV. We have heat pumps. We just installed a heat pump water heater, so I can time shift my consumption to the low overnight rate, I think it's pretty good. I still think the cost of electricity is going to rise more. So my return on investment is only going to improve because putting all of this in is an insurance policy against that rising cost of electricity. You also asked what are the continuing challenges? The challenges for solar? on the residential side are buildings and trees. How's the building built? Which way are the roofs pointing? Where are the trees? What kind of shading do they throw? But the good thing is that in the summertime, the sun is very high in Canada, so the sun will come straight down more or less. And in the wintertime when there's no snow on your roof. Or even if there's a little bit of snow on the roof. Solar production is marginally better because it's cold. So the physics is better. So there's still lots of opportunity for solar even in this cold northern climate. The challenges are of course buildings and trees to a certain point the supply chain there aren't enough installers, electricians to do all the work that should be done can be done hydro Ottawa, a staff just to get the installations done the upgrades for the grid. But hydro Ottawa needs Ottawa residents to spend this money on their own Diyar so that you can meet your new targets for the year. So I think people who do this on their own are doing it for themselves, but indirectly they're doing it for the betterment of the overall grid, driving down the cost of electricity. Solar does not drive up the cost of electricity when producing nuclear plants drives up the cost of electricity. Okay.   Dan Seguin  13:40 Could you maybe provide more details on the cost and capacity of your solar panel system? What were the economic aspects of your investment, including any government incentives or rebates that may have influenced your decision?   Dick Bakker  13:56 So in my specific installation, I have 37 panels in total. 24 of them are on the north slope and 13 panels on the south slope. So total DC kilowatt of 14.43. That's going through a nine kilowatt inverter. I have no panels on the south slope because there are three big trees there. If I had panels there, it would probably be a third smaller for the same generation. So over 12 months, I expect to generate about 10,246 kilowatt hours. That's 78% of 2020 two's consumption and my electricity consumption includes 90% of our driving because I have an Eevee and a plug in hybrid Evie 90% of our driving 100% of our cooling 40% of our heating a little more than 40% this year because it's a warm winter and 100% of our lights and appliances. So I've got a gas station on my roof and I've got a furnace on my roof effectively because of the ultra low overnight time of use rate. I am confident that with time shifting I can cover 100% of my electricity purchases, not my connection charges 100% of my electricity cost with something like 78% of my electricity kilowatts, because of the time shifting between ultra low and peak rate, the overall cost was $30,478 for the equipment, plus HST electricity upgrade to 200 amp service, some internal wiring changes, and I reached angled under the panels on the north and east, I didn't do the South because it doesn't quite need it effectively, I future proof my house for 30 plus years of electricity, I've given myself 30 years plus of electricity, price insurance and forced savings. And I predict that the credit rating agencies at some point will force the province to reduce the subsidies we're giving to the middle and the upper class and electricity costs. And that'll drive up the electricity rates a little bit, not massively, and I'll be protected from that. or whoever's living here because I'm getting old. So I think the house value of homes that have solar are going to hold their value better than a new kitchen cabinet or a new, new whatever that the new owner pulls out and replaces, you know, you're not going to be replacing solar on a roof if it's reducing your utility bills.   Dan Seguin  16:23 Okay, now our batteries, shifting your energy use away from daytime usage, or other distributed energy resources a consideration?   Dick Bakker  16:33 Well, that's a very good question, because the one thing I haven't done in the house yet is put a battery and a disconnect Island. And that's the next thing I'm going to look at during the summertime, I do these things one at a time to make sure they work and see how they operate. So the next thing will be a battery probably in the garage, if it's appropriate. And the not sure the proper technical term islanding device to allow me to operate separate from the grid. And if I ever buy another car, it'll be an Eevee with to a charging, so that I'll be able to charge my house and the battery over the course of the year, so the battery will be there for a disaster. But over the course of the year, I'll be able to draw power from the solar on the roof, and from the grid at the low rate stored and discharge it to the grid during the peak rate. So that makes my neighbor's grid a little more resilient. And in a crisis, I can be Island as opposed to the noisy gas generators that are sitting around my neighborhood.   Dan Seguin  17:37 Shifting gears a bit now as the director of the auto renewable energy cooperatives since its creation in 2009. Can you share how it works? And what are some of the projects that your coop has built?   Dick Bakker  17:54 Sure, certainly. So OREC is a for profit, renewable energy Co Op that enables residents of Ottawa to be restricted to Ontario by certain rules that I won't get into. So it allows residents of Ottawa and mostly Eastern Ontario but Ontario to benefit from distributed energy resources in their own region, we build our own renewable energy generation. Presently, solar and wind, energy conservation assets, commercial building, lighting installation, retrofit projects that keep the electrons jobs and profits local. So we have 22 solar systems in place now, most of them or the feed in tariff contracts. Three of them are net metering projects, one at the Museum of Science and Tech, two at the French Catholic High School Board, Mere Blue and Paul Desmarais. And then 18 other feed in tariff contracts where we have a contract to sell the power to the grid. At a net metering project. We sell the power to the building. Then we also have two wind projects down in southwestern Ontario and three energy retrofit projects. We had five but two of them have finished their contractor. So the solar projects are on housing coops, burns, schools, museums, factories, and two of them are I'd say medium sized ground mounts, 500 kilowatt ground mounts, the two wind projects. One is a 2.3 megawatt project at Tiverton, just outside of the Bruce nuclear plant and a little funny story I like to tell everyone is that the Bruce nuclear plant doesn't supply power to the neighborhood. All the electricity from Bruce nuclear goes to Toronto on the transmission lines because they connect it to the distribution grid and Temperton that blows all the light bulbs so they feed Toronto and then it trickles all the way back to Tim Burton. The wind project that we have outside of Tim Burton is a standalone turbine and it feeds the distribution grid. So should heaven forbid should Bruce nuclear go down? Some of the people will have electricity coming from our wind turbine. The people that are working at Bruce nuclear will have power at home, not because of the nuclear plant. The second wind turbine is an 800 kilowatt project in Zurich directly south of there. That's a wonderful area for wind. Most of the wind projects in that area are large projects owned by American pension funds, feeding Toronto, all of the power is going on the transmission lines. So getting back to Oh, Rick in general. So we have solar wind and lighting retrofits at the IRA center, condo, and housing coops. All of our projects are revenue generating with proven technologies and solid counterparties. So pretty comfortable with the security of those assets. The board is made up of pretty experienced people, engineers, lawyers, business development, accountants comms people. I'm a bit of a generalist. But I have worked in telecom and technical fields my whole life, not as an engineer, we have 980 members, 500 of them, about half of them have invested over $11 million in equity and debt in our project since we started. And we've paid dividends every year since 2013. When our first project came online, we had repaid to our members over 3.5 million in dividends, interest and capital repayment with very little outside debt, we'd rather pair members than banks, no offense banks, but we want to keep the money within the family within the community. Our main function is to act as an investment cooperative for our members. So we spend most of our time looking for projects to build and or buy, and then raise the community capital to build, operate, repeat, get more projects, raise more capital, pay out the dividends and capital. But we do have to spend an awful lot of money on advocacy work to change the regulations, or maintain whatever regulations are, to promote distributed energy resources of all types. But the second core function that we want to do more of is utilize the knowledge of our 1000 members and create them. It's happening already organically, but we want to have more regular information sessions between our members who are doing things like I just did. We have the largest concentration of any 1000 People in the Ottawa Valley in the province. I think of people who have D er installed in their homes. So we have a lot of end users, battery users, people with knowledge of heat pumps and stuff like that. So we are a group of friends with knowledge of the ER.   Dan Seguin  22:34 Okay now, Dick, when did things really take off with the co-op? And are members seeing dividends?   Dick Bakker  22:42 Well, that's a good question. Because the first offering that we raised was in 2012. And we didn't know how it was going to go, it actually went better than we expected, our minimum requirement was to raise half a million dollars. And in those nine weeks that we had, we raised $970,000, and more cash than we actually needed for what we had to do. And ever since then, we've we're now on our 10th Raise, each raise has gone better than expected. We've always raised more cash than we had projects at that time. So for a period there, we were building up too much cash and didn't have enough projects for them. So projects come more harder than the money or the members, the membership has grown very well. And the equity in the cooperative has been very good. And I'm also proud to say that we've paid dividends every year, since 2013. In the last couple of years, it's been 4%. We'd like it to be higher, but we've had to build everything from scratch without any outside cash. We've just started our latest raise, it's going to close on August 28, I believe. And we're looking for new members with new equity, and that equity can be RRSP or TFSA. It's an investment in the portfolio of 27 existing projects, and the new projects that we're going to be building in the coming year.   Dan Seguin  24:11 Now, let's talk about the changing relationship between electricity consumers and producers. How do you see this evolving in the coming years? And what role do you think individuals and communities will play in the broader energy transition?   Dick Bakker  24:32 This is going to be the biggest change in our society in the coming years. I think we're going to move from being ratepayers with very little agency beyond paying our bills and turning off lights to prosumers or producer consumers who have the ability to produce electricity for conservation, which is what I'm doing or for profit and or for profit when the regulations in Ontario Are you allow hydro Ottawa to buy excess power from homeowners? Right now you can't. So we'll be able to conserve and profit from our assets on our roof. And we'll also be able to actively manage our consumption, again for conservation and profit. So right now we're able to reduce our demand and shift our demand from peak load to low load. But in the future, I'm pretty sure that Ontario will follow California and New York and allow for aggressive demand response programs. And what we'd like to do at some point in the future, as OREC is allow our members to pool their batteries and solar panels and air conditioners, so that we can turn down consumption as the grid gets choked or or constrained. So we just saw what happened in Alberta, they had no demand management program, they turned down some gas plants for renovation in the peak of winter, and then they got hit with a big demand. During a cold period. The only way they got out of their problem was begging their customers to turn down their home heating systems. The citizens responded, but the downtown office towers left their lights on all night. That's absurd. So going forward, I think that the LDCs will be paying people to turn down their demand, because we need the grid to be balanced. We don't need excess generation or excess demand or under demand, we need everything balanced. So a megawatt is as good as a megawatt.   Dan Seguin  26:52 Okay, thank you for that, in your opinion now. What is the city or province doing well, and what improvements need to be made? Now you gotta behave?   Dick Bakker  27:04 I'll try to behave. How long do we have? I don't want to rant. But it's hard not to. On the city site. If there's a climate emergency act like there is one, people should not be buying coffee from an idling car. Housing is energy, stopping natural gas expansion. The Better Homes program is a wonderful program of the city. Because it addresses the upfront costs of retrofitting and DTR and solar and all those things. It ties that cost to a 20 year loan fixed to the House tax bill, not to the person. I'm 68. I may not be in this house for 10 years, I tend to be here longer, but my intention and reality may be different. So we need to have the cost of long term assets spread over years. The Better Homes program says that the city should be encouraging solar and small wind for resilience purposes. Every large group should have solar and there should be wind turbines scattered throughout Eastern Ontario, not just in rural areas in batches of 50. There should be a couple of wind turbines in urban Ottawa with the proper setbacks. That's the city in the province. Every month Ontario's paying out $1.3 billion in gasoline and diesel costs. There's lots of money for the energy transition. You just have to shift it around. Let the nuclear plants run their course, don't shut them down early, but don't pour money down a sinkhole. We just announced today Pickering expansion, well Pickering retrofit, it's the oldest nuclear plant in North America. The province is in a pickle because they know the nukes will be late. The small modular reactors aren't small modular. They are big reactors, they can only go on the transmission lines. That demand is all over the province at the end of the distribution lines where we live and work and EVs and heat pumps are so just let the nuclear plants slow down or wear out. The Donsky Report to the Independent Electricity systems operator said the lowest cost of new energy in the provinces D er of all types. It's just regulations that are stopping it and it makes the province more resilient. So the province can have every city have a similar program to Otto as the Better Homes program. Secondly, remove the Ontario electricity rebate that's putting $5.5 million dollars of taxpayer money into the pockets of people who leave their lights on and put that money instead in the distribution lines allow every kind of virtual net metering in the province especially community solar gardens so that citizens could own the solar on a swimming pool hockey rink. Any facility that is used for a disaster recovery facility should be generating power day to day and then have the ability to island in a crisis and resilience See should be the first order of the electricity grid, proper costs but resiliency and localized and generally liberalize the rules around generation and distribution. Okay,   Dan Seguin  30:10 Does the co-op or its members have an objective to promote or advocate for renewable energy and distributed energy resources in the community or with local governments? Yes,   Dick Bakker  30:23 In every way, as a co op, and with other coops for community scale projects, 100 kilowatt to one or two megawatt is the size of projects that is natural for us. That's the kind of thing that citizens are going to be interested in and seeing and owning, but we are going to work in the bigger projects on the transmission side, but we're advocating for that all the time, spend a lot more time helping our members to act as individuals with information and examples, the whole idea of friends with knowledge to get them to put in their own home systems. So yes, we spend way too much time advocating on behalf of the ER.   Dan Seguin  31:03 Okay, now, are you seeing your co-op's focus areas reflected in government policy, either municipally or provincially? How do you ensure your voices are heard?   Dick Bakker  31:17 We're starting to see a focus on D er, but I'm not yet seeing action, hard, hard action on the ER except for a few exceptions. Hydro Ottawa with the IESO is right now focused on solar DERs as a conservation measure, there's a bunch of regulations around it. I won't get into that right now. So that's good. And the dusky report and the ultra low time of use rate, those are all very good things. But today, they've just announced the massive expenditure on Pickering, which locks us further into the centralized focus of the province. The orientation of all electricity grids is to build big things far away that will break at some point. We're here in Ottawa, and we see all these federal buildings, there's only a few of them that have sold on them. The federal government doesn't do a good job of buying from small organizations like us. So we've had lots of discussions with the feds, but they want to do massive things that the reporters can write about. We're advocating as ourselves and with other coops nationally and provincially in every province, because that's where electricity and Co Op law resides. And we have formed a national association called the Community Energy cooperatives Canada, which is based in Saskatoon right now and has 25 coops from across the country. The fastest growing area of renewable energy coops in Canada is Alberta because they have the most liberalized power grid. So that'll be our national voice. But it'll be a voice at the federal and more importantly, at the provincial level, because that's where electricity lives. We work a lot with the European res Co Op, who have been very successful in Europe to get the EU to pass a directive that says every citizen of the EU has the right to own, operate, store, share, and save their own renewable electricity. So if we get the federal government to encourage that, all they can do is bribe, encourage and embarrass the provinces. If we could get the federal government to pass a directive like that. That's EU directive 2018 -201. If anybody's interested, we get that kind of directive from the federal government. That'll put pressure and embarrassment on the provinces to loosen up their grids. Alberta and Nova Scotia have moved the furthest along in this area, Ontario and Quebec and Manitoba and Saskatchewan are the big laggards but we have to move that way and oh wreck with our friends in the other coops can push that. We're all voters. We're all voting with our money and our ballots, and the last thing, banks will notice the difference.   Dan Seguin  34:03 Lastly, Dick, we always end our interviews with some rapid fire questions.Are you ready?   Dick Bakker  34:12 Yes, sir.   Dan Seguin  34:13 Okay, what are you reading right now?   Dick Bakker  34:16 Well, two books, one is called treeing energy by Bill Nussey. It's all about the wonderful economics of Home DER technologies. And the other is by my favorite author Guy Vanderhaeghe, August Into Winter. And not a book but fascinating about Saskatchewan and rural Saskatchewan and Manitoba crime scene set in 39. With the Spanish Civil War in the coming world war two is the backdrop. It's great.   Dan Seguin  34:44 What would you name your boat if you had one? Or do you have one?   Dick Bakker  34:47 There ain't no easy road. Those are the words of a song I love called Jericho by Fred Eagle Smith. My wife gave me a paddle with this phrase on it a few years ago as a birthday present.   Dan Seguin  34:59 Next, who is someone that you admire?   Dick Bakker  35:01 Peggy my, my wife, mother of my children, business partner, best friend and a no BS problem solver.   Dan Seguin  35:09 Okay? What was the closest thing to real magic that you've witnessed   Dick Bakker  35:15 Birth of a child who grows into an adult who has a child. Now,   Dan Seguin  35:19 Now, as a result of the pandemic? Many of us are guilty of watching a little too much TV or movies. What is your favorite movie or show? What are you watching right now?   Dick Bakker  35:31 I'd have to say the Danish movie Borgan. It's a Danish TV series on politics and the trade offs and the personalities that shows the human side of difficult decision making. It's great.   Dan Seguin  35:46 Lastly, what is exciting you about your industry right now?   Dick Bakker  35:51 Well, the electricity industry has got the possibility to democratize energy to revitalize communities and especially rural communities. So with renewables and DDR and cooperatives, we can keep the electrons' jobs and profits local. Okay,   Dan Seguin  36:10 Dick, our listeners, if they want to learn more about you, how do they connect?   Dick Bakker  36:15 Probably the best way is to go online and check. www.orec.ca or orec website.   Dan Seguin  36:24 This is it. We've reached the end of another episode of The thinkenergy podcast. Thank you so much for joining me today. I hope you had a lot of fun. Cheers.   Dick Bakker  36:33 I did. Thank you very much, Dan. It's wonderful.   Dan Seguin  36:37 Thanks for tuning in for another episode of the thinkenergy podcast. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review wherever you're listening. And to find out more about today's guests or previous episodes, visit thinkenergypodcast.com I hope you'll join us again next time as we spark even more conversations about the energy of tomorrow.  

In this episode Kevin reviews a recent story of a female ultramarathoner in Oahu that reported and documented that she came across a creepy "Night Marcher" demon from Hawaiian folklore. And in part two of the show, Bill covers a strange account from an account from two women that were running on a rural trail in Oreck, in northern California. And some great listener mail from many of you so please join us! Thank you for listening! www.bigfootterrorinthewoods.com Produced by: "Bigfoot Terror in the Woods L.L.C."

Today, we're talking with the incredible Dr. Sarah Oreck. Dr. Sarah is a Columbia-trained psychiatrist and the visionary behind Mavida Health, an organization striving to revolutionize mental health care for individuals on their parenthood journey. Sarah's perspective on challenges and support in women's health and perinatal care is shaped by her keen observations of the substantial lack of understanding and support for women's mental health during this critical period. From the lack of research and understanding to the unique struggles brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, we're shining a light on the issues that need our attention. Plus, we're breaking the silence on life transitions like postpartum and perimenopause and the crucial need for open discussions. Dr. Sarah's Website ⁠Jamie's Website⁠⁠ Jamie's Courses⁠⁠ Jamie's Instagram⁠⁠ Jamie's Patreon⁠⁠ Oh Crap! Potty Training⁠⁠ Oh Crap! I Have a Toddler

Created by the Houssian family in 2005, The Houssian Foundation is one of the few private foundations that practices trust-based philanthropy. Douglas Nelson, host, is joined by Mira Oreck, Executive Director, to discuss how she is leading the foundation through the lens of trust and partnership. She talks about the foundation's three portfolios and how they help raise awareness about society's most pressing issues. Mira also shares insights about the negative stories and the common challenges surrounding the social profit sector.

This week the girls are joined by Women's Mental Wellness advocate and doctor specializing in reproductive psychiatry, Sarah Oreck, MD. Dr. Oreck discusses all things Matrescence including pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, life after having a child, grieving your old identity, the pressure that can come with breastfeeding, fertility, people who regret becoming parents and feeling confident in your decision about having, or not having, kids. Tune in to find solidarity in the common struggles people face with their transition to parenthood, where to find community and awesome resources for support. This episode was sponsored by BetterHelp & Ibotta! Visit BetterHelp.com/SELFHELPLESS today to get 10% off your first month. Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code helpless when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code helpless!  For 65 bonus episodes, exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Building or growing an unconventional career? Grab Delanie's free resources at https://www.delaniefischer.com  Kelsey's Tour Dates: https://www.kelseycook.com

When you're grappling with your mental health in the postpartum period, it can be hard to know what's happening. Is this depression, anxiety, or something more severe? With recent tragedies in the news, many moms are left wondering what postpartum psychosis is and what causes it.  Today, I'm joined by reproductive psychiatrist Dr. Sarah Oreck to discuss the causes, signs, risk factors, and treatments for postpartum psychosis and how it differs from postpartum depression. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/3U5v6XG  Book a Free 15 min Consult with a mom therapist: momwell.com  Follow Momwell on Instagram: instagram.com/momwell  Sign up for our weekly VIP Newsletter: momwell.com/newsletter  Register for one of our popular workshops and courses: momwell.com/shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Sarah Oreck and Out Of Office Co-Founder Coabi Kastan answer all of my traveling solo questions. I talk to Dr. Oreck about how you can navigate the fear, anxiety, and guilt of spending money traveling at all, but especially traveling alone. Then Coabi tells us how the app she co-founded, Out Of Office, helps you map out your itinerary. Dr. Sarah Oreck 1:45 – Meet Dr. Sarah Oreck 2:19 — What if I didn't grow up traveling? 2:45 — What about traveling alone? 4:30 — How do you cope with the fear of traveling and spending money? 5:30 — How can solo dates help you travel alone one day? 7 — How do you let go of limiting beliefs around traveling? 10 — How to manage the guilt that your loved ones can't travel too? 13:20 – Tips to keep in mind when solo traveling Out Of Office - Coabi Kastan 18:26 — Meet Coabi Kastan 18:52 — What is Out Of Office? 20 — How do you stay safe while traveling? 23 — How does the OOO algorithm work? 25 — What are first steps if someone is looking to travel?

It's almost the end of January and instead of punishing yourself for not keeping up with your resolutions, I want you to stay curious about why your month played out differently. Dr. Sarah Oreck, therapist and psychiatrist, joins us for a full Q&A episode. She shares her expert tips on how to stay curious about yourself, how to set boundaries with your loved ones, and what resolutions should be doing for you instead. Find Dr. Oreck - sarahoreckmd.com

Today on Sauna Talk, we are pleased to welcome Bruce Oreck, who joins us from his off grid home in Baja Mexico. During this episode, we talk about sauna, Finnish sauna, and his experiences being hosted and welcomed by Finns all over the country. As US Ambassador to Finland during the Obama administration, his tenure was unique in that he served for a long period, from 2009 – 2015, which he says with a wink “was made possible because when they called from Washington looking for me, I told my secretary to tell them that I was out of my office.” While in Finland, Bruce became enamored with all things sauna, and especially the smoke sauna (savusauna) the traditional, revered style of sauna going back centuries., where the fire is open inside the sauna building, heating rocks directly for hours. Let's hear from Bruce as we share his love for Finland and good sauna.   This is such a great episode! Bruce is very well spoken, as you can imagine. He lets us in behind the curtain as to what US ambassadorship is all about. He shares from an American perspective what it's like to live in Finland. I have lost count with the number of people who have gotten into sauna, really good authentic sauna, from their time in Finland.

Our guests are so generous with their time. They allow us to have terrific conversations about this world of intellectual property, their roles, and strategies for effectively dealing with IP. That's certainly the case with our featured guest today. Carlo Cotrone wears a lot of hats in the field of intellectual property. As chief IP counsel for Techtronic Industries, he manages innovation for the company's well-known brands, such as Ryobi, Milwaukee, Hoover, Oreck, and Dirt Devil. In this episode, he shares his thoughts on the importance of strategy and collaboration as enterprises navigate the world of IP. In this episode, Jeff Harty and Carlo Cotrone discuss: What about IP inspires and drives Carlo in his life and career. The breadth of IP issues that Carlo deals with as in-house IP counsel. Why strategy and collaboration are essential in IP.The mindset of collaboration locally and globally. Counterfeiting in the world of e-commerce. Key Takeaways: Strategy is about outside-the-box thinking and moving beyond the tactical to find complementary ways that may not come to mind immediately without intentionally taking a different view.Knowing the client's business and looking at IP from a business perspective is an excellent approach for both in-house and outside counsel. Collaboration comes down to human-to-human and human-to-group communication and relationships. It's important to find partners with whom you can build relationships and who understand the risk profiles of the company. “It's really important to develop meaningful metrics internally, especially those that help hold the IP teams, and the company at large, to a rationality to the investments being made in IP and the result.” —Carlo Cotrone   About Carlo Cotrone: Carlo Cotrone is chief IP counsel at Techtronic Industries North America (TTI), a world leader in cordless technology spanning power tools, outdoor power equipment, and floor care appliances. He also is adjunct professor of law at University of Houston Law Center. He is a frequent speaker and author on topics such as IP strategy and asset management, legal ethics, collaboration and innovation strategies for law firms and corporate legal departments, and professional development. Previously, Carlo served as senior IP counsel at General Electric and at energy technology company Baker Hughes. He practiced law at firms on the East Coast and in the Midwest, most recently as a partner. He holds two U.S. patents as the inventor of technology directed to digital sheet music. Connect with Carlo Cotrone: Website: https://ipwatchdog.com/people/carlo-cotrone-2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/cmcotrone LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlo-cotrone-8266752/ Connect with Jeff Harty: Website: https://nyemaster.com/attorney-directory/jeffrey-d-harty/Email: jharty@nyemaster.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-harty-5a9a1643/

We are back and healthy for Episode 109 which is a SMQ from the esteemed Ed Mullen Collection. This one hails from October 20th, 1993. Mike Epstein was producing. We begin with a Darrell Gould intro to Jack Harte and then Accuwx with Dave Ryan. The usual suspects comprise the panel with the addition of a beautiful moll: Linda Chase, who joins us later. Before we start, Norm mentions he had been to the Portsmouth Music Hall for the Harry W. Jones Memorial Education Fund jazz concert (and he wore a tie!) Featured artists were: The Tommy Gallant Trio, Dave McKenna, Dick Johnson, The Swing Shift, Herb Pomeroy, Gray Sargent, Marshall Wood, Donna Burn, Les Harris Jr., plus relatives of Harry Jones, Sharon Jones Jenkins & Tom Jones. It’s time to explain the rules, categories, and prizes that no one will understand until around 2:15am. The callers that fill the quiz are as follows: Joe from Hyde Park Kevin in Providence, RI Fred from Medford Rich from Dorchester Ann in Quincy Ritchie in Winthrop ‘Dial tone’ Diane in Duxbury Dave in Madison, WI! Dave from Plymouth Gil in Salem, MA Yomico from Shadyside, OH Diane in Duxbury Michael in NH Andrew in Norwell Joan from Hull Colin from Hingham Alex in Somerset, PA John in Bedford Rob from Duxbury Al in Eastie Helene in Belmont Nancy from Exeter, NH Kate from Beverly Faye in Waltham Don in W.Va Denise from Brookline Michael in JP Other highlights: Ed and Norm had just seen Linda at Ken’s Steakhouse. Tony had seen here at Natalie’s The Teen Canteen chanting for news! Norm has an Oreck and likes to keep his house spotless. So clean you could eat off the floors. Norm worked really hard on his musical comedy questions and nobody is asking for them! And are we in for quite the variety of Commercials which are entertainment in and of themselves: The show ‘Falsettos’ WBZ Afternoon News Promo Barry and Elliot for Jordan’s Furniture Silver City Dodge The London sensation! The Madness of George the III. Pilgrim Healthcare EarthTunes at the NE Aquarium ‘Skates of Gold’ at the Boston Garden Baby Gold Bond VT Teddy Bear Co read by Arthur Godfrey and a cameo by Jack Benny with full musical accompaniment by the panel Aloise Avrilla for Oreck Vacuums James Rife and Jim Brown for Gold Bond The queasy Linda Kern and Hazel Dew for Marezine And Kas Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner Episode 109, The Swell Music Quiz, Ed Mullen Collection V2, makes a sojourn to your speakers in 3, 2 and 1.

Are you confused about how to know if you have postpartum anxiety? For many moms, this is a difficult question. Postpartum anxiety symptoms are often dismissed as normal worries or first-time mom jitters. Many moms also feel a sense of fear about acknowledging their struggles. To top it off, postpartum anxiety is often misunderstood and understudied.  But undiagnosed and untreated anxiety during pregnancy and the postpartum period can leave many moms overwhelmed and lost. Today, I'm joined by reproductive psychiatrist Dr. Sarah Oreck to discuss why perinatal mental health is overlooked, how to know if you have postpartum anxiety, and what treatment methods might be right for you.  Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3fUE0as  Book a Free 15 min Consult with a mom therapist: happyasamother.co/wellness  Follow Happy as a Mother on Instagram: instagram.com/happyasamother  Sign up for our weekly VIP Newsletter: happyasamother.co/newsletter  Register for one of our popular workshops: happyasamother.co/shop  

In this  episode I chat with Elizabeth Oreck. Elizabeth is the national manager of Best Friends Animal Society's housing initiatives which  focuses on helping keep pets with their people regardless of their housing  situation. She is also the national manager of Best Friends' puppy mill initiatives and she has been instrumental in changing legislation around pet stores and puppy mills throughout the US. In addition to all the great work she does for animal welfare, we chat about the connection between puppy mills, dogs you find online, and pet stores.  We also chat about why it is so important to do your research and only adopt or purchase a dog from a shelter, reputable rescue or reputable breeder.Helpful Links:Best Friends Animal Society - https://bestfriends.orgAdvocacy - https://bestfriends.org/advocacy Puppy Mill Awareness - https://www.tiktok.com/@bestfriendsanimalsociety/video/7144280916137970990?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1&lang=enFollow The Baroo:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/baroopet/Blog- https://www.thebaroo.comFacebook- https://www.facebook.com/baroopetIf you are enjoying The Baroo Podcast, you can now support the show -                 buymeacoffee.com/TheBaroo          Do you have a canine behavior question, a  canine health question, or a story of canine companionship you want to share with us? You can email me charlotte@thebaroo.com or call 424-273-5131. I would love to hear from you! Support the show

Full disclosure, we're not giving personal medical advice on this episode, but we are unpacking what we may all be collectively going through given the news cycle (and life cycle) of the last few months. Dr. Oreck unpacks doomscrolling, our fear of apathy (and how we may be overcompensating), how to start breath work, and so much more. Follow Dr. Oreck — @sarahoreckmd Follow Vivian — @vivnunez

On this episode of the Becoming Moms Podcast, Dr. Sterling sits down with reproductive psychiatrist Dr. Sarah Oreck, MD MS, to discuss the treatment of anxiety and depression in pregnancy. They dive into the risks and benefits of the most common medications and the different factors to consider when treating anxiety and depression in pregnancy. This educational and heartfelt conversation is a must-listen for those who want to prioritize their mental health throughout their reproductive journey! https://instagram.com/sarahoreckmd (Sarah Oreck, MD, MS), is a Columbia University-trained psychiatrist focusing on Women's Mental Wellness. In addition to her expertise in general and addiction psychiatry, Dr. Oreck is one of a handful of doctors with specialized training in reproductive psychiatry. She runs a private practice in which she combines the most up-to-date medical treatments with talk therapy, meditation, and a whole-body complementary approach. Resources: Sterling Parents Membership - https://sterlingparents.com/ (Sterling Parents) The Best FREE Pregnancy Class - https://thebestpregnancyclass.com/ (4 Ways EW Registration Page (thebestpregnancyclass.com)) Selfcare Rituals for Pregnancy Guide - https://www.thesterlinglife.com/pregnancyselfcare (https://www.thesterlinglife.com/pregnancyselfcare ) Host: Dr. Christine Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership Music: Good For You by THBDhttps://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan ( https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan) Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream:http://bit.ly/2PgU6Mu ( http://bit.ly/2PgU6Mu) Music promoted by Audio Libraryhttps://youtu.be/-K_YSjqKgvQ ( https://youtu.be/-K_YSjqKgvQ)

The puppy mill industry is in big trouble when organizations like Best Friends, Bailing Out Benji, and many others work together as a team to end puppy mills once and for all!This week we speak to Elizabeth Oreck, National Manager of Best Friends' Puppy Mill Initiatives. Elizabeth tells us how she began working in Animal Welfare , gives great tips for organizing and planning pet store protests, and we discuss the many victories and few defeats we have had recently against the dying puppy mill industry.  Support the show (https://bailingoutbenji.com/support-us/)

Have you ever wondered what it might be like to reach out to a perinatal psychiatrist? In this episode I share my conversation with Dr. Sarah Oreck, a Columbia University-trained psychiatrist focusing on women's mental health. Join us as we chat about options for support and treatment when you're struggling during pregnancy, after baby and beyond. Together we demystify the process of getting help and dive into both common and unexpected symptoms of postpartum mood and anxiety disorders for BOTH parents. If you'd like to learn more from Dr. Sarah, you can follow her on Instagram at @sarahoreckmd! --- Looking for more support in preparing your family for postpartum or thriving in that first year with baby? Prepared Postpartum will support you and your partner in putting in place all the strongest protective factors when it comes to your postpartum mental health through video lessons you can watch together. If you're already in the thick of the postpartum year we've got you covered with our course Flourish. Click here to learn more about Prepared Postpartum and Flourish in the First Year.

Have you ever wondered what it might be like to reach out to a perinatal psychiatrist? In this episode I share my conversation with Dr. Sarah Oreck, a Columbia University-trained psychiatrist focusing on women's mental health. Join us as we chat about options for support and treatment when you’re struggling during pregnancy, after baby and beyond. Together we demystify the process of getting help and dive into both common and unexpected symptoms of postpartum mood and anxiety disorders for BOTH parents. If you'd like to learn more from Dr. Sarah, you can follow her on Instagram at @sarahoreckmd!  --- Looking for more support in preparing your family for postpartum or thriving in that first year with baby? Prepared Postpartum will support you and your partner in putting in place all the strongest protective factors when it comes to your postpartum mental health through video lessons you can watch together. If you’re already in the thick of the postpartum year we’ve got you covered with our course Flourish. Click here to learn more about Prepared Postpartum and Flourish in the First Year.    

Pastor Oreck from Miracle Temple Of Deliverance  and Bob Oreck from the Hero Center join Robby for a fun, fast-pasted and full of joy sixty minutes.  We are ALL for sure "covered by 33!"

On this episode, learn how the company behind Hoover, Dirt Devil, and Oreck approaches growth marketing. Get the full show notes here.

Today’s episode is packed with helpful information about taking medication during pregnancy and the postpartum period. We’ll also take a closer look at COVID-related issues and the vaccine as they relate to perinatal mental health. Join us to learn more. Dr. Sarah Oreck is a Columbia University-trained psychiatrist who focuses on women’s mental wellness. In addition to her expertise in general and addiction psychiatry, Dr. Oreck is one of very few doctors with specialized training in reproductive psychiatry. She runs a private practice in which she combines the most up-to-date medical treatments with talk therapy, meditation, and a whole-body complementary approach. Dr. Oreck is passionate about teaching, and she regularly lectures at Cedars Sinai Hospital, UCLA, and The Providence Hospital System, in addition to her media work. She is actively involved in advocacy work and is a member of the Board of Directors of Maternal Mental Health Now. Show Highlights: An overview of the field of reproductive psychiatry--and how it helps people The “risk vs. risk” perspective regarding medication and perinatal mental health How Sarah talks to people about the risk of anxiety and depression Why mental health medications can be safer than untreated mental illness The dangers when physicians don’t keep up with new mental health research and literature How Sarah works to train and inform physicians about pregnancy and postpartum How Sarah’s individual clients benefit from her bilingual abilities due to her Colombian heritage The myths of motherhood in the Latin community that only magnify the need for a mental health focus Sarah’s observations about the impact of COVID on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders What it was like for Sarah to have her first baby during the COVID pandemic What we should know about the COVID vaccine regarding pregnancy and breastfeeding mothers How the stigmas around anxiety medication discourage people from taking medications that are necessary and life-saving What Sarah has seen in people getting the help, support, and connection that they need Resources: Sarah Oreck MD Instagram Facebook

In this episode, Jordan interviews Cari Anne Cashon of Techtronic Industries about shifting perspectives and disrupting the structure of an established brand to not only rely on brand awareness in todays eCommerce marketplace. Techtronic Industries is best known for their brands, Hoover, Dirt Devil and fall under the parent company which includes brands like Milwaukee Tool, RYOBI and Hart Tools. You will learn a lot from Cari Anne's strategy "Test and Learn" and how she uses this to scale her brands through Amazon, Quora, and other platforms with paid advertisements. Also, get insights into consumer behaviour on the digital market; the need for authentic content; and how she leads her team to act quickly and always be learning in an ever changing digital marketing and eCommerce space.Learn more about Techtronic Industries here: https://www.ttigroup.com/Connect with Cari Anne Cashon on LinkedIn here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/cariannecashon/If you've been paying attention and your brand is ready to GROW, apply now to be the one new brand we take on this month!https://mindfulmarketing.co/applyWant to join a network of founders and executives who know your unique challenges in scaling your E-com brand from 7 to 8 figures? Apply to join our Ecom Executives Mastermind here: https://Mindfulmarketing.co/mastermin

Pez Icon and elusive butterfly Phyllis Oreck joins the show to talk about her extensive collection, her time with Judge Judy, her special connection to the Wizard of Oz and so much more!

featuring Ronny Cox, Barry Oreck, George Belton and John Batdorf

featuring Marcus Turner, Barry Oreck and Rima Fand, Red Velvet and Trip McCool

This week Mitch and Robyn play music from Sandy Cash, Carla Ulbrich, Thomas Aaron Garlow and Barry Oreck and more

This week Mitch and Robyn play music from The Nell and Jim Band, Barry Oreck, Jake Blount and Jason Wilber and more

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"Celebrity designer and television host Jennifer Farrell is a familiar face to audiences who have enjoyed her television shows and designs for over a decade. Jennifer became nationally known hosting the long-running A&E home improvement series “Find & Design.” She currently hosts “Find Me a Vacation Home” and “Behind the Gates” for AWEtv, and “Holiday Dream Home” for FYI. She has co-starred on Emmy-nominated “Home Made Simple” for OWN, and also hosted A&E's “Point, Click, Design” and “The Big Fix,” as well as the hit webisode series, “Cleaning & Organizing From Top to Bottom” and “The Two-Minute Home Makeover” on msn.com. Jennifer has been a regular contributor on Hallmark Channel's Emmy-nominated “Home & Family,” a real estate correspondent for Fox News Channel's “Fox & Friends Weekend,” and a writer for Realtor.com with her real estate column “Get This Look.” Her most popular venture has been The Jennifer Farrell Collection, featuring hundreds of furniture and décor pieces at nearly 1400 stores nationwide. She is a spokesperson for Realtor.com and a Brand Ambassador for Lamps Plus. Jennifer's award-winning interior design firm, Jennifer Farrell Designs, was founded in 2001; she was recently named “Design Visionary 2020” by The International Surface Event. Her showcase house Diablo Ranch was featured on the 2018 Dwell on Design Home Tour, and she was the celebrity designer for the 2018 Dwell on Design Method Home. Her work has been seen in Dwell, Redbook, Ebony, Entertainment Weekly, House & Garden, and Sunset. Jennifer's extensive television career includes “Merge” on Lifetime, Style Network's “My Celebrity Home,” Fox Network's “Renovate My Family,” Fox Television's “Design Intervention,” “Before and Afternoon Movies” for USA Network, “Playbook 360” for Spike, as well as “Room Crashers” and “Outer Spaces” for HGTV. Jennifer has made multiple guest appearances on “The View” and “The Real” as well as on dozens of talk shows from coast to coast. As a nationally recognized spokesperson, she's teamed with high-profile brands such as Coca-Cola, CVS Earth Essentials, Tide, Glad, 3M, Aluminum Council, Big Lots, Belgard, Back To Life, and Oreck, and is a featured speaker at building industry and trade shows across the country." Talia Maddock," our clients have an appreciation that we are passionate about listening to them and bringing their design dreams to life. I love that they entrust us to be creative and design unique and meaningful spaces and events for them ”. Talia To Talia Corrine Maddock, the foundation of good design is authenticity and storytelling. Design done well is a reflection of who you are with an emphasis on how it makes people feel when they are in that space. Follow Jennifer Farrell at: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfarrelldesigns/ www://jenniferfarrelldesigns.com/tv-gallery/ Follow Talia Maddock: https://www.instagram.com/taliamaddock/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/camillekauer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/camillekauer/support

Welcome back, everyone! Today you're in for a treat, because we're talking women's mental health with the highly educated duo, Dr. Sarah Oreck (Psychiatrist, often featured on 'The Doctors' TV Show) and Molly Nourmand (Licenced Psychotherapist). Both of these women specialize in perinatal mental health and postpartum support, and we dive deep into the conversations of anxiety and depression, postpartum mood disorders, PTSD, birth trauma, and more. We think you'll find this episode insightful - share it with a friend or a loved one, and help us to open the dialogue on this important issue. https://www.momgenesfightppd.org/who-we-are/ - research project that new moms can contribute to with hopes to find the underlying genetic cause of postpartum depression.  Postpartum support international -  https://www.postpartum.net/ https://psidirectory.com/ Buddhism for Mothers - Molly's favourite parenting book that re-frames motherhood as a spiritual practice Doulaworks  - Virtual platform that offers education and support "from bump to birth and back to work." Britta Bushnell  - Celebrated birth educator, and author  Molly Nourmand:  @lifeafterbirth_la www.mollynourmand.com Dr. Sarah Oreck @https://www.instagram.com/sarahoreckmd/ www.sarahoreckmd.com

Former Finnish Chief of Defense General Jarmo Lindberg and Ambassador Bruce Oreck talk about the deep US-Finnish defense relationship, Finland's key role vis a vis Russia, Nordic security and receiving the Legion of Merit from General Dunford.

Ken Kerry is a best-selling author, live streamer, award-winning Producer/Director, and Co-Founder/Executive Producer/Creative Director of Script to Screen, the nation’s leading Direct-to-Consumer agency. For over 30 years, Ken and Script to Screen have been innovating the Direct-to-Consumer strategy, ​generating more than $6.5 billion for companies ranging from startups to the largest corporations in the world. Ken believes that technology has given every business the ability to cut out the middleman and achieve maximum long-term profitability. With the ever changing retail infrastructure and the rise of online market places, companies and businesses are in a unique position to capitalize on this moment gathering first tier data, a direct relationship with their customers and the ability to control cost while scaling their businesses. Ken co-founded Script to Screen in 1986, along with his wife, Barbara. Together, they built Script to Screen into one of the most successful Direct Response television companies, producing more than 600 infomercials and DRTV/Direct-to-Consumer commercials and winning numerous awards for excellence. Script to Screen’s prestigious client roster includes AAA, Adams Golf, American Telecast, Beachbody, Bose, Bosley, Comcast, Conair, Gaiam, Gazelle, General Motors, Guthy-Renker, Hooked on Phonics, Icon Health & Fitness, Keurig, Kraft Foods, LifeLock, Meyer, NordicTrack, Nutrisystem, Omaha Steaks, Oreck, Robert Bosch, Royal Appliance, Shark/Ninja, TaylorMade, TriStar, Wahl and UFC, to name a few.For more information visit:https://www.kenkerry.com/Twitter link: @KenKerryStSFacebook link: @stsinfomercialLinkedIn Profile: kenkerry

We've said it before but this time is 100% real, this episode is an ABSOLUTE CLASSIC. We were joined by two very special guests, Christina Edgar and Hal Oreck, both former Vancouver Grizzlies employees. Christina and Hal shared a ton of stories with us! Who was their favourite player in the Grizzlies, the behind the … Continue reading "Ep. 20 – Grizzlies Chat with Christina Edgar and Hal Oreck"

We’ve said it before but this time is 100% real, this episode is an ABSOLUTE CLASSIC. We were joined by two very special guests, Christina Edgar and Hal Oreck, both former Vancouver Grizzlies employees. Christina and Hal shared a ton of stories with us! Who was their favourite player in the Grizzlies, the behind the … Continue reading "Ep. 20 – Grizzlies Chat with Christina Edgar and Hal Oreck"

Mom's Oreck, Marlboro Reds, Lucilius.

USAn entinen Suomen suurlähettiläs ja Suomen toiseksi tunnetuin kalju bodari, Bruce Oreck, istui Williamin ja Isakin kanssa antamaan sitä kuuluisaa outsider perspectiveä Suomesta, suomalaisista ja maamme tulevaisuudesta. Brucea on mahtava kuunnella, Bruce ei valitettavasti vieläkään ole oppinut suomea eli jakso englanniksi. Yhteistyössä: BMW i3, sähköisen ajamisen iloa. Pivo, kaikkien suomalaisten maksusovellus. Osallistu keskuteluun Twitterissä: twitter.com/futucast Lyhyet klipit ja tiimin arkipäivää Instagramissa: www.instagram.com/futucast/ Jaksot videon kera Youtubesta: www.youtube.com/channel/UCQPojdjir3suCXQA_09P0ag Älyttömän makeet nettisivut: www.futucast.com

Seitsemännessä Yrittäjyys360-jaksossa Matias Mäenpään vieraaksi saapuu entinen USA:n suurlähettiläs ja liikemies Bruce Oreck. Suurlähettiläsaikanaan Suomeen ihastunut Bruce haluaa olla mukana kehittämässä kulttuuriamme yrittäjämäisempään suuntaan. Kuuntele miksi kaaos yhteiskunnassa voi olla hyvä asia ja miten Suomesta voisi tulla maailman paras asiakaspalvelussa. Haastattelu on englanniksi

Efter en intensiv kampanj som volontär för Barack Obamas presidentkampanj blev juristen, affärsmannen Bruce Oreck som tack erbjuden att bli ambassadör. Han valde att komma till Finland, ett land han inte hade kopplingar till men kände ett starkt band till. I sitt sommarprat berättar Bruce Oreck om hur det var att växa upp utan ord, om utanförskap och ordets makt, om hur han blev president Barack Obamas röst i Finland Redaktör: Jessica Jensen Produktion: Parad Media

This BIG marketing lesson is from Oreck, the vacuum cleaner company.The lesson is in how to use a free trial in marketing. For a limited time, get the BIG Lessons from BIG Brands Book here, for FREE.Please do me a favor and review this podcast on iTunes, as it helps it to be discoveredby other small business owners and entrepreneurs!  Thank you! Click to Tweet about this podcast: https://ctt.ec/r6M2I

Diana Oreck is a recovering type-A person that was so obsessed with work, that her body started breaking down. She went for extended periods of only getting 3-4 hours of sleep per night and it thrust her into the hospital with dehydration and lack of sleep. All because she was obsessed with work. Diana discovered the cause and her remedy that helped her get over the hump.

What lessons can we learn from rock stars in the world of customer service and customer experience, like Ritz-Carlton? Shep Hyken interviews award-winning training and development expert, international consultant and speaker, former VP of Ritz-Carlton Leadership and current Executive VP of Owner Experience at NetJets, Diana Oreck, about the traits that make for good customer service. First Up: In Shep Hyken’s opening comments he relates an experience from the customer service workshops his company conducts for client companies. In these workshops, attendees are asked, “What is a quality that all customer-focused employees possess?” After a list is tallied, an interesting observation can be made. While a few of these qualities, are the skills required to do the job, the clear majority of the qualities are attitudinal traits. What Shep then challenges you do to is to make a list of all the attitudinal traits that you think would be required for a truly customer-focused employee, specifically in your organization. Then choose ten of them. Combine this top ten list with the skills that an employee must have to do their job. When you find a candidate that possesses all the qualities on the list (both attitudinal qualities and skills), you will likely have your next amazing employee! Featured Interview: Shep begins his interview with Diana Oreck, who served as the Vice President of the Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center, and is currently the Executive VP of Owner Experience at NetJets, about what makes customer service and the customer experience at Ritz-Carlton so special. Oreck says it all stems from their often-quoted motto: “We are ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen.” We should all expect respect and kindness. That’s how the Ritz-Carlton treats people, both internally and externally. They have truly hardwired the concept of the most important word, which is always. Because always leads to consistency, which leads to trust, which leads to profitability. That spirit to serve, regardless of your role in the company, is wired into people’s DNA. And management at the Ritz-Carlton is fantastic, because they walk the talk. Top Takeaways: • If you are in a service industry, competence is the price of entry. We left the transactional economy years ago. • Easy to do business with has now become a greater predictor of customer loyalty than customer satisfaction. • We shouldn’t be calling them “soft skills.” There is a connotation there that they aren’t really that important. They are. We should call them “real skills” instead. About: Diana Oreck is a nationally and internationally recognized, results-driven, creative, senior executive with 30 years’ experience in the hospitality industry. Additionally, Oreck is an international consultant in corporate culture, branding, leadership, employee engagement and legendary service. She was named 2011/2012 Professional Woman of the Year by the National Association of Professional Women. After a 12-year career at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Oreck is currently the Executive Vice President of the Owner Experience for NetJets. Shep Hyken is a customer service and experience expert, best-selling author, award-winning keynote speaker and your host of Amazing Business Radio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A seasoned pro African-American voice-over specialist with over a decade of experience, providing the 3-dimensional sound that promotes companies, services, and entrepreneurs around the globe. Mara has a naturally intuitive vocal ability that brings words to life with color and direct relatability. Her voice resonates with a warm, smooth, sensual or corporate tone for sophisticated projects, and a bright, vibrant, and upbeat delivery for standard narration. Affiliations include SAG-AFTRA union with accreditation from the World-Voices Organization and the Society of Accredited Voice-Over Artists (SaVoa). Mara's work has been featured by popular global brands including AT&T™, Microsoft, Nintendo®, McDonald's®, Oreck, Public Storage, USPS.com®, Sygic mobile GPS, International Game Technology (IGT) and Walt Disney Company's® T180 Studios. Mara currently divides her time voicing projects from recording studios in the Gulf, East & West coasts, in the Greater New Orleans, New York, and San Francisco Bay areas. For more information about this and other episodes, head over to mikelenzvoice.com.

Producer Sharon Oreck looks back on her career in music videos sharing personal stories of her encounters with Prince and Madonna.  Outro Music "Next To You" by John Chandler

MTV launched careers beyond the 5 VJs. Cable TV's coverage of middle America plugged MTV directly into consumer living rooms Original format "Popclips" - brainchild of Monkee & genius Mike Nesmith; Sexism in the industry that still isn't discussed Profiles of women on the business side, agents of performers, video artists & a look at how Martha Quinn and Nina Blackwood were hired. Resource: I Want My MTV: the Uncensored Story of the Music Video Revolution by Craig Marks and Rob Tannenbaum Note: At one point, I suggest that the battle-tested video vet Sharon Oreck has enough stories to write a book. Well she did, in 2010. It's called Video Slut: How I Shoved Madonna Off an Olympic High Dive, Got Prince into a Pair of Tiny Purple Woolen Underpants, Ran Away from Michael Jackson's ... So I Could Bring Rock Videos to the Masses.

On this week's episode of The One Piece Podcast we have special guest Jennifer Piro, President of Otakorp/Otakon -- the second biggest convention in the country -- which will be held in Baltimore, MD this weekend! We have a panel there Saturday at 7:00PM in Panels 6, and don't miss the premiere of One Piece film Z that Saturday at noon. This week we have The Dude, Stephen (translator for One Piece in Weekly Shonen Jump) and Dennis from SK Cosplay. Today's sponsor is Kolektakon, your source for One Piece x Megahouse merchandise! Next week the Toonami Recap and Anime Recap will return with double recaps! But this week, this is what we have: 0:00:00 Introduction 0:03:54 Interview Time: Jennifer Piro 0:29:41 Today's Sponsor: Kolektakon 0:34:37 Manga Recap: Chapter 755 1:40:04 Piece Together 2:02:11 To Be Continued We'll see you next week. Same podcast time, same podcast place. We are MAJI!!

On this week's episode of The One Piece Podcast we have special guest Jennifer Piro, President of Otakorp/Otakon -- the second biggest convention in the country -- which will be held in Baltimore, MD this weekend! We have a panel there Saturday at 7:00PM in Panels 6, and don't miss the premiere of One Piece film Z that Saturday at noon. This week we have The Dude, Stephen (translator for One Piece in Weekly Shonen Jump) and Dennis from SK Cosplay. Today's sponsor is Kolektakon, your source for One Piece x Megahouse merchandise! Next week the Toonami Recap and Anime Recap will return with double recaps! But this week, this is what we have: 0:00:00 Introduction 0:03:54 Interview Time: Jennifer Piro 0:29:41 Today's Sponsor: Kolektakon 0:34:37 Manga Recap: Chapter 755 1:40:04 Piece Together 2:02:11 To Be Continued We'll see you next week. Same podcast time, same podcast place. We are MAJI!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-one-piece-podcast--5846933/support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Oreck of the Oreck Vacuum Company shares his insights on why infomercials are so effective. If you would like to find out more about how to get started on your Direct-to-Consumer business, visit us at https://www.scripttoscreen.com.

This is the latest installment of Harvest Public Media’s Field Notes , in which we talk about important issues related to food production. For more than a decade, fans of documentary film have flocked to Columbia, Mo., for the annual True/False Film Fest . The screenings start on Thursday. Many of this year’s films are set in big cities -- like Cairo, Rome and New York. But several works also focus on rural life. " Rich Hill " follows three teenagers growing up in a small Missouri community south of Kansas City. Jessica Oreck’s " The Vanquishing of the Witch Baba Yaga " uses animation and stunning scenes of everyday village life in Eastern Europe to tell the Slavic fairytale of Baba Yaga . The film is shot in Super 16. I spoke to Oreck from her home in New York a week before True/False. It was her first interview about "The Vanquishing of the Witch Baba Yaga ." There are many glimpses of farming in your documentary -- from sheep herding, to cutting grass with scythes, to mushroom

Best in Show David Frei guests this week. He's the host of the National Dog Show on NBC's Thanksgiving lineup. Over 18 million viewers watched this year. David has a new book based on his companion animal therapy program called Angel on a Leash. A Little Skin For a Missing Dog A California woman is hoping that showing a little skin will help her find her missing dog. Arlene Moss Corona was wearing a bikini as she stood next to the road holding a poster of her missing Chihuahua. The UCSD student says she's tried everything to find her beloved pet, from calling the pound to contacting a pet psychic. The only other option was to wear her bikini in the cold weather and not eat until she finds the dog. OCD Feline Can a cat have a compulsive disorder, or OCD? Absolutely! We'll talk to the guardian of a psychotic Siamese? And yes, there is such thing as Kitty-Prozac! Gift Baskets Getting Bigger This week we're adding the Tagg GPS Pet Tracker to the 12 Dog Daze of Christmas Giveaways. Also goodies from Overby Farm, Planet Dog, Oreck, H204K9 and Warren London. Listen to win! More this week