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Asia Willis grew up in a strong middle class family with caring parents. She was very active in sports and was a standout on the basketball court. After a stint at college, she returned to her old neighborhood and found herself choosing to go after the fast money. Those decisions found her in trouble with the law for the very first time followed by a 7 year prison sentence. There, rather than finding politics and gangs and racism, she tells her unique story of find nurturing, caring women in prison who showed her a better way. She proudly claims that “All Her Friends are Felons.” After parole, she finds herself living a productive life, making her way with the help of her friends.Sponsors & Partners The Other Side Academy (TOSA) - theothersideacademy.com My Story Matters / Captain Your Story - mystorymatters.org 00:00 - Asia Willis 01:27 - The Other Side Academy 01:42 - My Story Matters / Captain Your Story 02:30 - Young Life 05:50 - Moving to Louisiana  08:15 - Going back to CA  10:20 - Getting Pulled into Gang Life 12:20 - Fighting Her Case and Running 15:50 - Struggling with Accountability and All of the Other Factors 17:10 - Her Experience in Prison 22:12 - Educating Herself in Prison 25:00 - Struggles getting back into Society 31:10 - The Humanity is Clear 33:50 - Her Life & Vision Now ‘I Am Asia Willis' on Youtube 36:18 - “Be gentle wIth yourself… Be loyal to yourself… God is your best friend.”

In this episode of the Sports Hangover, Michael and J-Dawg discuss various topics including the recent earthquakes in LA, the upcoming football season, and the performance of rookie quarterbacks. They also introduce the concept of the 'manifesto', a compilation of stats and trends to help with betting and fantasy football. The conversation covers the potential starting quarterbacks for the Patriots, the outlook for Sam Darnold and the Vikings, and the rookie quarterbacks Jaden Daniels and Caleb Williams. They also touch on the playing style of 'Thick Rich' and share some interesting betting stats for week one. In this conversation, Michael and J DAWG discuss various betting strategies and trends for the upcoming NFL season. They explore the idea of betting the under when two teams that failed to make the playoffs in the previous season face off in Week 1. They also discuss the success of certain coaches and teams in Week 1, as well as the importance of considering injuries and other factors when making picks. They touch on the importance of vibes and gut feelings in making betting decisions. The conversation concludes with a discussion about their upcoming fantasy football draft and the potential trade of the first overall pick. Keywords Sports Hangover, earthquakes, football season, rookie quarterbacks, manifesto, betting stats, betting strategies, NFL season, under, failed playoffs, Week 1, coaches, teams, injuries, vibes, gut feelings, fantasy football draft, trade Takeaways The Sports Hangover hosts discuss recent earthquakes in LA and the upcoming football season.They introduce the concept of the 'manifesto', a compilation of stats and trends to help with betting and fantasy football.The hosts analyze the potential starting quarterbacks for the Patriots and the outlook for Sam Darnold and the Vikings.They also discuss the performance of rookie quarterbacks Jaden Daniels and Caleb Williams, as well as the playing style of 'Thick Rich'.The conversation concludes with some interesting betting stats for week one. Betting the under in Week 1 when two teams that failed to make the playoffs in the previous season face off has historically been a successful strategy.Coaches and teams may have trends and patterns in Week 1 that can be used to inform betting decisions, but it's important to consider other factors such as injuries and changes in personnel.Trusting your gut feelings and vibes can be a valuable tool in making betting decisions.When participating in a fantasy football draft, it's important to consider the value of each pick and the overall strategy for building a winning team.Trading draft picks can be a strategic move to improve your position in the draft and acquire players that align with your strategy. Sound Bites "The traveling circus continues. I'm close to Miami.""Yeah, well, Mike, I'll fit right in in LA.""Yeah, it's a...""In week one, when two teams who failed to make the playoffs of previous season face off, the under caches at a clip of 58% since 2005.""I love that matchup too against the Rams at home. They beat him in the playoffs last year. I think they're gonna run up the score at home.""Sean McVeigh is 6-0 straight up week one. They're so that's like, where do you go with that?" Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 03:16 Analyzing Rookie Quarterbacks 06:44 Discussion on Sam Darnold and the Vikings 09:16 Assessing Jaden Daniels and Caleb Williams 10:37 The Playing Style of 'Thick Rich' 13:43 Betting Stats for Week One 15:59 Betting the Under in Week 1: Failed Playoff Teams 17:28 Coaches and Teams with Week 1 Success 18:01 Considering Injuries and Other Factors in Betting Decisions 19:07 Trusting Your Gut: The Importance of Vibes in Betting 24:12 Strategies for a Successful Fantasy Football Draft 26:18 The Value of Trading Draft Picks

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we discuss Stanley Druckenmiller. The longtime investor put up 30% annual returns for 30 years, beating the returns of Buffett over that time frame. But is he the best investor ever? We discuss: (03:39) Early Life and Career of Stan Druckenmiller (08:03) Lessons from George Soros: Mentorship and Position Sizing (35:28) Summary of Druckenmiller's Investment Philosophy (36:59) Being Asset Agnostic: Learning About Different Asset Classes (40:19) Thinking in Probabilistic Scenarios and Waiting for a 'Fat Pitch' (45:20) Considering Future Potential and Not Just Current Earnings (48:05) Paying Attention to Geopolitical Events and Other Factors (53:51) Comparing Druckenmiller's Philosophy to Buffett's (01:02:41) Finding Your Own Investment Approach ***************************************************** Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ChitChatStocks  Follow us on Twitter/X: ⁠https://twitter.com/chitchatstocks  Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/  ********************************************************************* Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk.  Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date.  Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk.  There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Prior to buying or selling an option, investors must read and understand the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options”, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) which can be found at: www.theocc.com/company-information/documents-and-archives/options-disclosure-document Supporting documentation for any claims will be furnished upon request. If you are enrolled in our Options Order Flow Rebate Program, The exact rebate will depend on the specifics of each transaction and will be previewed for you prior to submitting each trade. This rebate will be deducted from your cost to place the trade and will be reflected on your trade confirmation. Order flow rebates are not available for non-options transactions. To learn more, see our Fee Schedule, Order Flow Rebate FAQ, and Order Flow Rebate Program Terms & Conditions. Options can be risky and are not suitable for all investors. See the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options to learn more. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Open to the Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information. ********************************************************************* FinChat.io is The Complete Stock Research Platform for fundamental investors. With its beautiful design and institutional-quality data, FinChat is incredibly powerful and easy to use. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://finchat.io/chitchat/?lmref=J3bklw  ********************************************************************* Check out https://www.firmreturns.com/ for value-focused equity research  Use our link and get a 20% discount on a premium plan: firmreturns.com/chitchat  ********************************************************************* Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

In this episode, we'll discuss: The differences between a dedicated SDR model and a scaled model How to develop a scaled model from the ground up The essential tools and infrastructure required Collin Stewart, the CEO of Predictable Revenue. Here's what Collin has done: Bootstrapped Predictable Revenue to millions in revenue Expanded the revenue team to 11 members Grew three companies from zero to $1 million as only sales hire Connect with Collin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/collinstewart/ ----

Maternal Health Initiative (MHI) was founded out of Charity Entrepreneurship (AIM)'s 2022 Incubation Program and has since piloted two interventions integrating postpartum (post-birth) contraceptive counselling into routine care appointments in Ghana. We concluded this pilot work in December 2023. A stronger understanding of the context and impact of postpartum family planning work, on the back of our pilot results, has led us to conclude that our intervention is not among the most cost-effective interventions available. We've therefore decided to shut down and redirect our funding to other organisations. This article summarises MHI's work, our assessment of the value of postpartum family planning programming, and our decision to shut down MHI as an organisation in light of our results. We also share some lessons learned. An in-depth report expanding on the same themes is available on our website. We encourage you to skip to the sections that are [...] ---Outline:(01:40) Why we chose to pursue postpartum family planning(01:45) Why family planning?(02:28) Why postpartum (post-birth)?(03:49) MHI: An overview of our work(06:16) Pilot: Design(08:54) Pilot: Results(08:58) Sample Population(09:36) Implementation(10:19) Changes in Contraceptive Uptake(11:13) Conclusions From Our Pilot Results(13:13) Why We No Longer Believe Postpartum Family Planning Is Among The Most Cost-Effective Interventions(13:35) Evidence of Limited Effects on Unintended Pregnancies(16:06) The Prevalence and Impact of Postpartum Insusceptibility(17:07) Short-Spaced Pregnancies(17:48) Theory of Change(18:14) Other Factors(18:28) Broader Thoughts on Family Planning(18:45) Concerns(20:43) Reasons We Still Believe In The Importance Of Family Planning Work(22:53) Choosing to Shut Down(23:43) Considering a Pivot(26:47) Proceeding to Shut Down(27:38) Lessons(33:39) Conclusions--- First published: March 15th, 2024 Source: https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/MWSwSXNmsSBaEKtKw/maternal-health-initiative-is-shutting-down --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The Senate's border bill is so bad that the pressure has The Turtle, and even possibly it's lead GOP negotiator, turning from it. And all of this waste of political energy was unnecessary because the House already has a bill that actually addresses illegal immigration.Through it all you can bet that the mental midgets of the Texas Democrat Congressional caucus are out slinging statements so stupid that a Soviet propagandist would blush. For example, did you know that talking about the millions crossing the border illegally is inciting violence and putting a target on Americans of Hispanic decent?!Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Anti-Wimp update: Resident uses firearm to stop Dallas break-in.Key Endorsements, Issues Will Influence Texas GOP Legislative Primary. University of Houston's Hobby School Survey Considers Impact of Vouchers, Paxton Impeachment, Trump Endorsements, Other Factors. Click to link to full polling data. I mention how the GOP voter data demonstrates, once again, that about 20% of the Party is made up of non-conservatives or RINOs.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates. www.PrattonTexas.com

Our guest on the podcast today is Howard Gleckman. He is the author of a book called Caring for Our Parents and an expert on the topic of aging and caregiving. Howard is also a senior fellow at the Urban Institute where he is affiliated with the Tax Policy Center and the Program on Retirement Policy. He also writes a tax and budget policy blog called TaxVox, which is available at Forbes.com. Before joining the Urban Institute, he was a senior correspondent in the Washington Bureau of Businessweek.BackgroundBioUrban InstituteTaxVox blogCaring For Our Parents, by Howard GleckmanLong-Term Care and Cognitive Decline“Is Long-Term Care a Predictable Need, or an Unexpected One?” by Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, April 15, 2022.“The U.S. Needs to Help Seniors and Their Families Navigate Long-Term Care,” by Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, Oct. 11, 2022.“The Quiet Struggles With Those Living Alone With Memory Loss,” by Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, July 18, 2023.“Which States Provide the Best—and Worst—Long-Term Care Services?” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, Oct. 2, 2023.“Why Are Care Delivery Models for People With Dementia Developing so Slowly?” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, June 27, 2023.“FDA Has Approved the Anti-Alzheimer's Drug, Leqembi. What You Need to Know,” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, July 6, 2023.“Experts Raise Questions About the Safety of Anti-Alzheimer's Drug Leqembi,” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, April 25, 2023.“Aging in Place Is all the Rage, But It's Not Easy,” by Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, March 21, 2022.Cost of Care“Medicaid Will Pay for a Common Alzheimer's Test But It May Not Be Reliable,” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, Jan. 9, 2024.“Why Medicare Is Right to Negotiate Drug Prices,” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, Aug. 30, 2023.“The Biggest Barrier to New Anti-Alzheimer's Drugs May Be Cost, Not Medicare Rules,” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, June 14, 2023.“The War Over Whether Medicare Should Pay for new Anti-Alzheimer's Drugs,” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, May 17, 2023.“The U.S. Predicts Big Increases in Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care Costs,” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, April 14, 2023.“Should You Enroll in a Medicare Advantage Plan?” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, Nov. 1, 2022.Government and Policy“CMS' New Transparency Rule Can Help ‘Weed Out a Few Bad Actors' but Won't Impact Deals Much, Other Factors at Play,” by Shelby Grebbin, skillednursingnews.com, Dec. 6, 2023.“Forbes' Gleckman: Biden's PE Ownership Scrutiny Is ‘Two Beats Behind,'” by Amy Stulick, skillednursingnews.com, April 28, 2022.“Who Really Owns Nursing Homes, and How the Feds Are About to Learn More,” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, Nov. 27, 2023.“Should State Long-Term Care Insurance Funds Invest in Stocks?” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, June 22, 2023.Caregivers“Forget National Caregivers Month. Think About What Family Caregivers Need,” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, Nov. 7, 2023.“For the First Time, Traditional Medicare Will Pay to Support Family Caregivers,” by Howard Gleckman, howardgleckman.com, Aug. 23, 2023.OtherLotsa Helping HandsMedicare.govFive-Star Quality Rating System

If you've got a belly fat issue you potentially also have a need to balance blood sugar. In this episode I answer a community member question.  Community Member Question:  “I am struggling with keeping my blood sugar balanced. I am wearing the CGM and it is showing my blood sugar going below 70 many times during the night and 2-3x during the day. Trying to figure this all out. Balanced meals don't seem to be doing much to help. Tonight I am having a protein shake with 40 grams of protein and 30 grams of fiber. Hoping this keeps things more steady overnight and I can get some restful sleep. Not asking for medical advice here, just moral support.”  SHE IS JUST RECOVERING FROM AN ILLNESS.  While there isn't necessarily wrong with a 70 or lower at night if you feel fine, crashing during the day definitely raises some questions. Clarified with the individual it was that it down (but not numbers given to what) 2-3 times during the day.  How to Use a CGM to Balance Blood Sugar Observe first. Change second. Energy, food, activity, stress and sleep all matter.  Did you simply record what is “norm” for you right now?  What is your stable energy all day level?  CGMs may need to be adjusted or recalibrated to you. Don't let arbitrary numbers dictate what's true for you.  On the other hand if you feel the highs and crashes, then we want adjustments.  Are you monitoring your stress levels and your sequence of food?  Sequence can change the impact of a meal by 75%.  Any meal eaten under stress or sleep deprived will spike blood sugar more than it would otherwise.  Try comparing it to a mixed meal. Dine on real food and compare. You're mixing in a protein shake and this may not be working. But TESTING is key. A liquid meal like a smoothie at night may not support your stable levels as much as a solid meal that takes longer to digest. There is an appropriate time to do smoothies but there's also a time you're better off doing solid food that takes hours to break down and then acts like a “time-release” drip for more balance blood sugar. So you've tried X.. .how can you have the same food stuff in a different form or order (make ONE change and see if there is a difference.  Document sleep, stress and exercise status: they are also impacting. Chances are poor sleep is impacting your responses. I would not suggest a shake at dinner if you want better sleep. Give your gut whole food.  Experiment: In the protein shake you had:  X protein X carb X fat. What happens if you adjust the protein, fiber, carb or fat? Not all at once, but changing one will change the ratio. How to Test to Balance Blood Sugar Levels What happens if you have a PLATE of whole food instead? Salmon  Carb in legume soup or bean salad (to bump your fiber)  Added fiber to reach same.  Then try again … same meal in different order.. Carbs last.. What happens?  Testing means you change ONE variable at  a time. Keep in mind week 1 should be recording what is your usual habit. Week 2 and so on should be consciously testing ONE thing at a time. Other Factors in Monitoring Blood Sugar Balance with CGM Are you taking High doses of Vitamin C? This can create false reports of blood sugar if you're using some CGMs.  Does this feel right? The monitor may not be functioning properly or require some calibration. Did you know we tend to default to having done something wrong! It's not always us! Resources:  My CGM of Choice: https://www.flippingfifty.com/myglucose Other Episodes You Might Like:  Answers to Your CGM Questions: For Non-diabetics https://www.flippingfifty.com/answers-to-your-cgm-questions/ 28-Day CGM Experiment: What I Learned This Time https://www.flippingfifty.com/28-day-cgm-experiment/ Walking Off Weight in Menopause | Controlling Blood Sugar https://www.flippingfifty.com/walking-off-weight/

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Stuck In Traffic? Join The Club. Traffic Is Terrible Everywhere Thanks To Construction, Other Factors, Experts Say: With construction underway on four major roadways, commuters are reporting two-hour travels each […]

Eno and DVR discuss the promotion of Mason Miller to Oakland, Brayan Rocchio and a potentially brief look in Cleveland, an extension for Hunter Greene, another impressive outing from Taj Bradley, Mike Soroka's comeback bid, A.J. Puk's early results in Miami, and a few mailbag questions.Rundown1:17 Mason Miller Promoted!9:20 Brayan Rocchio Gets the Call to Cleveland11:30 Hunter Greene Extension13:53 Taj Bradley Continues to Impress19:01 Adjusting for Alek Manoah's Disappointing Start to 202325:45 Josiah Gray's New Pitch Mix33:49 Trusting A.J. Puk37:10 Jake Burger's Impressive Power Profile42:22 Statcast v. FanGraphs' Hard-Hit Rates49:12 Other Factors to Consider w/Pitching ModelFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at $1/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the promotion of Mason Miller to Oakland, Brayan Rocchio and a potentially brief look in Cleveland, an extension for Hunter Greene, another impressive outing from Taj Bradley, Mike Soroka's comeback bid, A.J. Puk's early results in Miami, and a few mailbag questions. Rundown 1:17 Mason Miller Promoted! 9:20 Brayan Rocchio Gets the Call to Cleveland 11:30 Hunter Greene Extension 13:53 Taj Bradley Continues to Impress 19:01 Adjusting for Alek Manoah's Disappointing Start to 2023 25:45 Josiah Gray's New Pitch Mix 33:49 Trusting A.J. Puk 37:10 Jake Burger's Impressive Power Profile 42:22 Statcast v. FanGraphs' Hard-Hit Rates 49:12 Other Factors to Consider w/Pitching Model Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper e-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.com Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we are throwing back to one of our most popular episodes of 2022 on how to accelerate your investment using renovation and development.  It's a bit of a lead-on from Episode 76, where I was chatting with Stuart Wemyss on if renovation and development add up.  I've been digesting on that chat I had with Stuart, and I wanted to give you some different perspectives on when renovation development can work, especially in accelerating your investing.  So, let's go inside.   Resource Links: Episode 76: Does Renovation or Development Add Up? With Stuart Wemyss (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/episode-76-does-renovation-or-development-add-up-with-stuart-wemyss/)  Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/) Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors) Join Jarrad Mahon's Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join) For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/) For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)   Episode Highlights: Intro [00:00] Purchasing Another Property Rather Than Doing Renovations or Development [01:22]  Undertaking a Renovation or Development Project May Yield Greater Gains in the Short Term [02:39]  Growing Your Portfolio Through Small-scale Developments [04:26]  How Can You Accumulate $200,000 to Purchase Another Property in Just 2 Years [07:10] Other Factors to Consider When Deciding Whether to Do a Renovation or Development Project [09:08]  When Purchasing a Property, Rental Yield is an Important Factor to Consider [13:02]  Why Renovation or Development is a Good Decision for Accelerating Your Property Investment Journey [14:39]  Outro [15:19] Thank you for tuning in! If you liked this episode, please don't forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast.   Connect with Perth Property Insider: Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgT9-gB6RS69xSgc8J9KrOw Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Nik Young and Alyssa Najera in this sequel to Confessions of a High-Functioning, Anxious Therapist (episode 63) where they awkwardly and openly share their struggles with inattention, delayed gratification, and low-key impulsive behaviors. Learn how these behaviors can impact relationships, work functioning, and personal growth, and get tools to help you navigate.    In this episode we talk about: Potential Signs of ADHD Lack of attention to detail Difficulty concentrating Difficulty completing a task, having several unfinished tasks or projects Continually losing or misplacing things Feeling the need to interrupt others before you lose your train of thought Restlessness and edginess Difficulty keeping quiet, speaking out of turn Difficulty with organization Tendency to procrastinate Irritability Feeling like everything is urgent when it may not be Difficulty slowing down Difficulty multitasking Easily losing track of time, feeling like you have more time that you actually do Racing thoughts or jumping from idea to idea Checking out often or daydreaming Potential Signs of High Functioning ADHD Hyper-focused on projects or deadlines Heavily focused on productivity or achievement Your work style either includes lots of breaks or extended periods of work with minimal breaks Excessive use of calendars, reminders, or apps to ensure you do not miss appointments, deadlines, or events Chronic procrastination  Exceling under pressure   Tools for Inattention Use the resources available to you Breakup larger tasks into smaller, attainable tasks Engage in active reflection and self-awareness Focus on one task at time Ask yourself Can it wait? Do you need it? Do you need this right now? Learn healthy coping skills to help you manage symptoms to ensure symptoms do not negatively impact your relationships or daily functioning Other factors that may exacerbate inattentiveness, need for immediate gratification, and impulsiveness  Anxiety symptoms Depression symptoms ADHD symptoms Increased Stress Resources Mentioned in this Episode Episode 63: Confessions of a High-Functioning, Anxious Therapist Episode 66: “Heroin, Heartache, and Hope” with Christian Author of Counting Spoons Kathryn Mae Inman What is the Therapists Uncut Podcast: The Therapists Uncut Podcast is a light-hearted, informative self-help podcast for grown-ups. It is hosted by off-the-clock therapists hoping to validate your experiences, normalize therapy and therapists, and help you prioritize your mental health. Who are the Therapists Uncut Podcast Co-Hosts: Nik Young is co-host of Therapists Uncut and a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Nik keeps it personable and professional. Yet, always manages to keep the Therapists Uncut family and followers laughing. You may find them squirreling through topics, stories, or jokes, and all in good fun. Don't worry because someone will bring Nik back around to the conversation. Nik is a licensed marriage and family therapist in their private practice located in Modesto, CA, and is also a Crisis Junkie at heart. In addition to being co-owner of a group private practice, Nik is also a crisis clinician responding to local mental health crisis and emergencies. Learn more about Nik Young at catalystcounselinginc.com Alyssa Najera is co-host of Therapists Uncut and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Alyssa is typically calm and composed on most days, but often has difficulty containing her excitement about the little things in life. She loves to laugh, spread positivity, and is often caught with a smile on her face. Alyssa is also a former Child Welfare Services social worker, supervisor, and sexual abuse forensic interviewer. Alyssa Najera is now a trainer, consultant, and CEO of a group private practice in the small town of Oakdale, CA. Learn more about Alyssa Najera at smalltowncounselingca.com or alyssanajera.com. Disclaimer: Thank you for joining Therapists Uncut, a production of AMP Smart Business. To learn more about Therapists Uncut and stay up on upcoming episodes, please subscribe and follow us on social media. As a reminder, although the Therapists Uncut co-hosts are licensed therapists, they are not your therapist. This podcast is not intended to substitute professional mental health counseling. If you need professional therapy, please contact your local provider or primary care provider.  Thanks for listening and we'll see you on the next episode of Therapists Uncut! Social Media Links Instagram @therapistsuncut Facebook @therapistsuncut Credits: Therapists Uncut is a production of AMP Smart Business. Voice Over by Alexia Gloria     YOU TUBE DESCRIPTION (max 5,000 characters including spaces)   The Therapists Uncut Podcast is a light-hearted, informative self-help podcast for grown-ups. It is hosted by off-the-clock therapists hoping to validate your experiences, normalize therapy, and help you prioritize your mental health. The Therapists Uncut Podcast is a production of  https://ampsmartbusiness.com/ . For more information and full episode show notes visit https://therapistsuncut.com/ . Join Nik Young and Alyssa Najera in this sequel episode to Confessions of a High-Functioning, Anxious Therapist (episode 63) where they awkwardly share their struggles with inattention, delayed gratification, and lowkey impulsive behaviors both in their personal and professional lives. Learn how these behaviors have the potential to impact relationships, work functioning, and personal growth and tools to help you navigate.    In this episode we talk about: Potential Signs of ADHD ·       Lack of attention to detail ·       Difficulty concentrating ·       Difficulty completing a tasks, having several unfinished tasks or projects ·       Continually losing or misplacing things ·       Feel the need to interrupt other before you lose your train of thought ·       Restlessness and edginess ·       Difficulty keeping quiet, speaking out of turn ·       Difficulty with organization ·       Tendency to procrastinate ·       Irritability ·       Feeling like everything is urgent when it may not be ·       Difficult slowing ·       Difficulty multitasking ·       Easily lose track of time, feeling like you have more time that you actually do ·       Racing though tor jumping from idea to idea ·       Checking out often or daydreaming Potential Signs of High Functioning ADHD ·       Hyperfocus on projects or deadlines ·       Heavily focused on productivity or achievement ·       Your work style either includes lots of breaks or extended period of work with minimal breaks ·       Excessive use of calendars, reminders, apps to ensure you do not miss appointments, deadlines, or events ·       Chronic procrastination or you excel under pressure Tools for Inattention or Impulsivity ·       Use the resources available to you ·       Breakup larger tasks into smaller, attainable tasks ·       Engage in active reflection and self-awareness ·       Focus on one task at time ·       Ask yourself o   Can it wait? o   Do you need it? o   Do you need this right now? ·       Learn healthy coping skills to help you manage symptoms to ensure symptoms do not negatively impact your relationships or daily functioning ·       Utilize mindfulness tools Other Factors that May Increase these Behaviors ·       Anxiety symptoms ·       Depression symptoms ·       ADHD symptoms Resources Mentioned in this Episode ·       Episode 63: Confessions of a High-Functioning, Anxious Therapist ·       Episode 66: “Heroin, Heartache, and Hope” with Christian Author of Counting Spoons Kathryn Mae Inman Who we are: Nik Young is co-host of Therapists Uncut and a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Nik keeps it personable and professional. Yet, always manages to keep the Therapists Uncut family and followers laughing. You may find them squirreling through topics, stories, or jokes, and all in good fun. Don't worry because someone will bring Nik back around to the conversation. Nik is a licensed marriage and family therapist in their private practice located in Modesto, CA, and is also a Crisis Junkie at heart. In addition to being co-owner of a group private practice, Nik is also a crisis clinician responding to local mental health crisis and emergencies. Learn more about Nik Young at catalystcounselinginc.com Alyssa Najera is co-host of Therapists Uncut and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Alyssa is typically calm and composed on most days, but often has difficulty containing her excitement about the little things in life. She loves to laugh, spread positivity, and is often caught with a smile on her face. Alyssa is also a Child Welfare Services social worker and supervisor alumni, previous child sexual abuse forensic interviewer, trainer and consultant, and CEO of a group private practice in the small town of Oakdale, CA. Learn more about Alyssa Najera at smalltowncounselingca.com or alyssanajera.com. Disclaimer: Thank you for joining Therapists Uncut, a production of https://ampsmartbusiness.com/ . To learn more about Therapists Uncut and stay up on upcoming episodes, please subscribe and follow us on social media. As a reminder, although the Therapists Uncut co-hosts are licensed therapists, they are not your therapist. This podcast is not intended to substitute professional mental health counseling. If you need professional therapy, please contact your local provider or primary care provider.  Thanks for listening and we'll see you on the next episode of Therapists Uncut!    

Do Dogs Need Visitation After a Divorce?Listener favorite Karis Nafte is back! In this episode, she's talking to Seth and Pete about the challenges of sorting out visitation when it comes to the family pet. Some dogs can handle it, others cant. There's also the factor of how much excitement the ex brings every time they visit. Are they playing ‘Disney Dad' but with the dog? That can lead to stress and anxiety in your dog. How about different breeds? Different ages? What about mixes? We dig into a lot of factors that could affect how well your canine handles visitation rights. The bottom line, however? You really have to think about what's best for the dog which usually is letting it stay with just one person.About KarisBorn in Oregon, Karis started training dogs professionally in 1996. Where, in addition to teaching puppy and obedience classes she worked at the very first doggy daycare in Portland.  She has hugely varied background in professional animal work; obedience, agility, aggressive dogs, shelter work, flyball, and movie work with animals.In 2005 Karis came to South Africa on a vacation, fell in love with the country, and decided to stay put. She lives there with her husband, daughter, 3 cats and 4 dogs. Known for her humane and effective training and behavior solutions, Karis is a nationally known and well-respected dog behavior expert, regularly appearing on TV and radio interviews.  Her training school, Happy Dogs, offers 60 plus classes per month.  She is a judge for the South African Dog Agility Association, and a licensed animal wrangler for the film industry.After recognizing the need for ‘dog centered mediation' during divorce, Karis became an internationally accredited family mediator. Now, she combines her wealth of experience of dogs and family pets with mediation to help her clients make the best decision for their dog's long-term wellbeing. Her goal is to help her clients see the dogs not as weapons or leverage against their ex, nor as human children, but as the individuals they are with their own doggy needs. She collaborates with mediators and attorneys worldwide as well as offering regular webinars to educate divorce professionals about pets and divorce. Links & NotesWho Keeps the Dog?Karis on LinkedIn, Instagram, and FacebookSchedule a consult with SethGot a question you want to ask on the show? Click here! (00:00) - Welcome to How to Split a Toaster (00:26) - Meet Karis Nafte... Again (02:02) - Pet Visitation (07:04) - Shared Custody vs. Visitation (08:54) - A Dog's Perspective (18:57) - Levels of Excitement (22:28) - Sponsor: Soberlink (25:25) - Other Factors (36:36) - Mixed Breeds (38:34) - Best With One (41:46) - Where to Find Karis (43:44) - Listener Question

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There's another pandemic financial incentive that you probably haven't claimed yet. Not PPP. Not EIDL. The Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). A lot of businesses didn't qualify when the program first launched. But the government updated the qualifications this summer and the chances are that you now most likely qualify.Join Martin, Khalil, and Daniel from Tax Credit Authority as they go over the ERTC qualification process, how much a company can claim, and why you should not miss out on this benefit for your business.Time Stamps 00:16 - Martin's Recent Trips 01:33 - Episode and Guest Intro 02:21 - How Martin Got Connected with TCA 03:59 - What is ERTC? 05:12 - Introduction to Tax Credit Authority 06:04 - Which Companies Qualify for ERTC? 07:14 - Other Factors to Consider When Filing for an ERTC 10:31 -  How to Demonstrate Business Impact for ERTC Filing 12:06 - Additional Ways to Be Eligible for an ERTC 15:22 -  Determining the Size or Eligibility of the Credit 17:06 - The Value of Having Proper Documentation 18:44 - Is Childcare-Related Workforce Reduction Considered a Business Impact? 20:08 - How Much ERTC Can You Claim Per Employee? 22:15 - Can a PPP Loan Affect Your ERTC Claim? 25:09 - Is ERTC Taxed? 27:54 - How TCA Processes Your ERTC Application 32:03 - Examples of Companies that have claimed their ERTC 36:38 - Timeframe From ERTC Application to Receipt of Refund 38:14 - Is there a Deadline for Claiming the ERTC? 38:51 - What if There's No Income Drop in Your Business?  40:16 - Factoring in the Shutdown Period  42:02 - Is an ERTC Claim Subject to Audit? 43:19 - How To Reach Tax Credit Authority Quotable Moments “Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) is part of the Cares Act. The purpose behind it is to provide economic stimulus to the economy, and the vehicle for doing that is providing a tax refund to employers.” - Daniel Oestrich “Very common businesses have multiple different impacts that face the business during the timeframe of the pandemic. And that particular aspect is a very strong case to be made for business impact.” - Daniel Oestrich  I think the message here is it's definitely worth it. Have somebody go get some real numbers. The effort involved is pretty minimal, especially if you have an accountant.” - Martin  Resources Need Marketing Help? We Recommend Benali Watch On Youtube Follow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram Subscribe To Our Newsletter, The Countdown Have Questions? Email us More from Tax Credit Authority www.taxcreditauthority.com info@taxcreditauthority.com More from Martin theprofitproblem.com annealbc.com    Email Martin Meet With Martin LinkedIn Facebook Instagram More from Khalil benali.com  Email Khalil Meet With Khalil LinkedIn Facebook Instagram More from The Cashflow Contractor Ask Us A Question Sign Up For A Free Consultation thecashflowcontractor.com  Email The Cashflow Contractor LinkedIn Facebook Instagram

IWD Agency - Visit Our Website Contact Us:  hi@iwdagency.com Blog Post Marketing Services   A few years ago, you couldn't talk about at home fitness without the word peloton coming up in the conversation. That's because Peloton was a whole revolution. The company seemingly popped up out of nowhere at the right time and got so successful that it made its way to an unbelievable $607 million revenue. But if you think about it right now, it'll just feel like a distant memory, even though it wasn't. In this episode, we're going to be talking about the insane rise and fall of Peloton.   ==============================================================   BOOKMARKS: 00:00 - The Rise & Fall of Peloton 00:29 - How Peloton First Started 01:33 - Founders of Peloton 01:42 - Initial Funding 02:33 - Peloton's Promising Beginnings 03:06 - Peloton's Success Fueled by the Pandemic 03:58 - Improving on Existing Business Model 04:17 - Peloton Subscription Plans 05:11 - Peloton's Downfall 05:49 - Safety Issues and Tragedy 06:57 - Sales Drop 07:53 - Employee Layoffs and CEO replacement 08:47 - Other Factors that Lead Peloton's Downfall 10:24 - Lessons from Peloton's Story   ============================================================== Other eCommerce Resources:   eCommerce SEO Optimization Tutorial Pre-COVID eCommerce Trends Post COVID eCommerce Trends How to Do Digital Marketing for Agriculture? How to Do Cannabis Marketing? Top 6 Marketing Tricks Using TikTok for Your Business What is Adobe Analytics?     ============================================================== Subscribe to our YouTube channel   IWD Agency offers online business solutions that help maximize the retailer's consumer base with a professional website, online branding, marketing, and optimizing the overall customer retail experience. Discover the true value of your brand with professional solutions offered by experts in the online retail industry. IWD Agency YouTube channel is focused on providing quality content information, news, tips, tricks, and much more. On our YouTube channel, you'll find all the necessary information that you need to maximize your eCommerce biz. So, make sure to follow our content, share these videos, give us a thumbs up, and leave a comment below.   ============================================================== Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Linkedin Pinterest Twitter  While you're at it, check out our blogs. ===========================================================

Dr. Manisha Juthani, Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Public Health, discusses the state's plan to help schools deal with COVID-19 this fall and how it is different than past years; the CDC has a website for back-to-school public health information; Aashna Panjwani, ASTHO's Analyst for Social and Behavioral Health, says a recent survey of 66 jurisdictions shows how they're working to include health equity considerations into overdose surveillance and prevention efforts; and it was a year ago tomorrow that we produced our first episode of this newscast.  Fox 61 News Article: State announces COVID back-to-school guidelines, relaxes protocols for 2022-2023 school year CDC Webpage: Back to School – Parent Involvement is Key CDC Webpage: DOSE Dashboard: Nonfatal Overdose Data CDC Webpage: SUDORS Dashboard: Fatal Overdose Data CDC Webpage: Drug Overdose Deaths Rise, Disparities Widen Differences Grew by Race, Ethnicity, and Other Factors

Throughout season 1, we have discussed how society, often times through the media, blames survivors of sexual violence. Frequently, media portrayals impact trial outcomes, a survivor's willingness to report, and more. In this episode, we speak to Dr. Danielle Slakoff, a professor and prominent researcher that studies the ways in which the media inaccurately portrays survivors of domestic violence and sexual harm.  During the episode, we also talk about ‘the ideal victim'. According to her research and analysis of newspaper stories, women that are missing, that experience sexual harm or domestic abuse are portrayed differently based on race. The ideal victim has historically been white women and girls. They are frequently portrayed as being blameless and in need of protection. Black and Latina women, women that do not conform to this stereotype, are often blamed for the victimization.  According to Dr. Slakoff's research, Latina and Black women and girls were portrayed much more negatively than the white women and girl victims. Specifically, they were portrayed as risk-taking at the time that the crime occurred and somehow responsible for the harm they experienced. This deep dive into the ways in which the media influences the way we think about who experiences harm and why is a critical piece of a broader conversation about race and the criminal justice system.  Additional Readings and Resources: Media Messages Surrounding Missing Women and Girls: The “Missing White Woman Syndrome” and Other Factors that Influence Newsworthiness - Danielle C. Slakoff and Henry F. Fradella A Timeline of 22 Year Old Gabby Petito's Case - CNN White, Black, and Latina Female Victims in U.S. News: A Multivariate and Intersectional Analysis of Story Differences - Danielle C. Slakoff and Pauline Brennan How Social Media Shone a Light on the Lauren Smith-Fields Case - Time Magazine The Black and Missing Foundation Restoring Justice for Indigenous Peoples Guest Bio: Dr. Danielle Slakoff is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at California State University, Sacramento. Her research interests include media representations of women and girl victims and perpetrators, women's issues within the criminal justice system, race/ethnicity, true crime, and domestic violence. Dr. Slakoff's commentary on media portrayals of the justice system has been featured in outlets such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Time Magazine. You can find her on Twitter at @DSlakoffPhD.  Follow us on Facebook at Beyond Fear: The Sex Crimes Podcast, on Instagram @beyondfearpodcast, and on Twitter @fearcrimes. If you have questions about this or any of our previous episodes, or if there is anything you'd like to know about our work, we hope you will email us at beyondfearpodcast@gmail.com or you can contact us on our site here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In episode 7, Tiffany examines how being over the age of 40 affects her ability to lose weight.  As part of her discussion, she answers the following questions:What are the biological reasons it becomes harder to lose weight once you turn 40?Is metabolism really a cause of weight gain after 40?What actions can we take to lose weight at 40 and beyond?She also provides an update on Week 3 of her weight loss challenge.Timestamps:Episode Start: [1:10]Biological Reasons It Gets Harder To Lose Weight In Our Forties: [3:27]Metabolism May Not Be The Cause Of Weight Gain After 40: [5:31]Other Factors: [9:06]Week 3 Update: [14:35]Preview of Next Week: [16:25]Helpful Resources:https://www.etonline.com/charlize-theron-reveals-very-long-journey-to-lose-50-pounds-packed-on-for-tully-exclusive-100564 https://www.healthline.com/health/fitness-exercise/lose-weight-after-40#TOC_TITLE_HDR_1https://www.healthline.com/health-news/why-losing-weight-is-difficult-after-40#Some-things-to-watchhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/metabolism/art-20046508https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.abe5017https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/metabolism-weight-gain-age-increase-/2021/08/25/075bd63c-05c4-11ec-8c3f-3526f81b233b_story.htmlhttps://www.today.com/health/how-lose-weight-after-40-according-experts-t200903https://www.amymyersmd.com/article/lose-weight-after-40/Twitter:  http://www.twitter.com/ServingSizePodInstagram:  http://www.instagram.com/servingsizepodFacebook:  http://www.facebook.com/servingsizepodWebsite:  http://www.servingsizepod.comSpecial Acknowledgments:Cover Art:  pgeshanMusic:  "Upbeat Funk Pop," Scott Holmes Music

[Recorded April 23, 2021] When does Zack Snyder's Justice League take place? How long after Batman v. Superman and does that make sense? Looking to inhabit the worlds we love. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt ASPF.org Answers, insights, and commentary on: Intro (00:00:58) How Fans Approach Story (00:03:20) When does BvS take place? (00:08:30) Time of Death using JL (00:11:00) Timeline When does JL take place? (00:14:20) Post-Prologue scenes (00:17:40) Sunday (00:19:10) Monday (00:21:00) Seam 1 (00:23:30) "Tuesday" (00:23:50) Seam 2 (00:26:00) Wednesday (00:27:10) Thursday (00:29:45) Friday (00:32:10) Time Gap (00:32:00) Boom 'round the world (00:35:00) Saturday (00:35:30) Issues Moon (00:36:00) Comparison Intentional? (00:38:55) Other Factors (00:41:45) Lois's Furlough (00:43:50) Suicide Squad (00:47:30) Ayer Tweet 1 2 Bruce's Beard & Belle Reve with Lex (00:49:40) Kent Farm Foreclosure (00:51:10) Kansas Corn (00:52:50) Butterfly (00:55:30) Silas's 2017 Headstone (00:57:20) Canonicity of Prop Text (00:58:25) M&J LL Article DOB typo Love Black Zero Event (01:02:30) Wayne Tower Devastated via Fiona Zheng Loving Suspension of Disbelief (01:07:00) Pick Your Poison (01:09:15) 2017 Headstone, Moon, Pregnancy Making the Call (01:14:20) End Notes [Intro Recorded April 28, 2021] (01:17:10) King Tides and the Moon Cyborg's Flying Flashback Diana Storyteller To learn more: Zack on Scener: "We had the funeral in BvS. It's probably only a month or so passed."6 weeks claim by Uche NwaneriZack Snyder's Justice League | The Rough CutWhy Look At The Moon | Victoria WilliamsA Place In Time | Amanda AbizaidBad Moon Rising | It Aude Kolonyhûs Web: ManOfSteelAnswers.comTwitter: @mosanswersSubscribe: Apple Podcasts / RSS / Stitcher / Spotify / Pod.Link / YouTube Buy MOSAIC Shield T-Shirt: Bonfire.com/mosaicHelp With Hosting: via PayPal QR Code: #RestoreTheSnyderverse #MakeYourOwnPast #CallYourMom #Lunacy

0:00- Enhance Your Health was created by Dr. Michelle Green to empower others optimize their health.  You will learn ways to get the most out of your health so that you can enjoy and do all the things that you want to!  Take Control of Your Health!  This Episode you will learn more about how to optimize your digestive system, enhancing your gut health, leading to overall wellness.  You will also discover the three main ways your gut is affected: you microbiome, the foods you eat and your nervous system.  You will dive deep into common gut topics such as IBS, leaky gut syndrome, SIBO and probiotics vs. prebiotics.  In This Episode, Dr. Michelle Green shares: 1:04- Quote of the Week1:37- Your Gut and Your Health6:16- Micro-organisms and the gut7:38- Probiotics8:21- Prebiotics8:48- Dysbiosis9:29- SIBO and IBS10:31- Low FODMAP Diet13:16  - Foods that Contain Probiotics14:09- Feeding the Gut: A. Muciniphila16:19- Feeding the Gut: Fiber17:19- Leaky Gut Syndrome18:28- Five Food Groups for Butyrate Production20:21- Stress and the Gut22:59- Other Factors in Gut Health23:44- Challenge of the Week Note: This is for educational/informational purposes only.  Not for medical advice.   You can find the matcha that I use everyday here: https://amzn.to/30xMeuC The Enhance Clinic is now open! Find out more about Dr. Michelle Green or schedule a virtual one on one consult with her by going to her website at DrMichelleGreen.com Also, if you think this could help someone, please share it with them. Don’t forget to like and subscribe so that more people can enjoy this too! Follow me on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @DrMichelleGreen ~Listen in More Places~Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3jQw5ZgSpotify: https://spoti.fi/30YsHUYGoogle Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3iA3kP8TuneIn + Alexa: https://bit.ly/30UnL3gYouTube: https://youtu.be/3rbMsNpzL0o

Short on sleep or exercise? Will that impact your ability to fight off viruses? Find the answer to these questions and more in today's Episode – Your Immune System, Part 6 – Other Factors.  The 2 other factors that Cathy investigates are sleep and exercise.  You'll hear how sleep affects your immune system PLUS you'll get 5 Tips on how to develop good sleep habits. Then Cathy explores exercise, including the effect exercise has on your immune system, the connection between exercise and stress, and how you can get exercise easily - even with the current physical distancing measures that are in place. Cathy will also tell you which other Episodes of The Sugar Switch® Podcast are related, so you can get even more valuable information. Download The Sugar Switch®️ Podcast Transcripts! The Sugar Switch®️Podcast now has an AWESOME Transcript Library where you can have 24/7 access to, and download, ALL Transcripts - right from the first Episode all the way up to the latest Episode. There are well over 100 Transcripts! All you need to do is become a Member of Cathy Ormon Coaching Membership to access this AMAZING vault of health and nutrition wisdom. This is by Subscription, and comes with a No Risk, 30 Day Trial period for only $5.00 USD. After 30 days it reverts to the regular low monthly investment. The incredible value you will receive from The Sugar Switch®️Podcast Transcript Library is so much greater than the LOW subscription investment! Click HERE to Subscribe to the TSSP Transcript Library Copyright © 2020 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Luke is back with another solo episode, sharing a huge amount of information about how you can improve your balance and reduce the likelihood of having a fall. The topic of balance/dizziness/fall prevention is one of the most important topics for many adults, as it can have such a dramatic impact on their lives. Make sure to share this with someone who’s had a fall or would like to do everything they can to avoid one! Show Notes During this episode, Luke covers a large scope of information related to balance, dizziness (vertigo) and fall prevention. Here are the major topics: Topic #1: The “Downward Spiral of Having a Fall…” This is the introduction to the workshop, which involves a discussion of how even having one isolated fall can significantly impact someone’s life. Here’s what tends to happen to someone who’s had a fall: they’re AFRAID of having another fall...this fear causes them to avoid activities that challenge their balance...as they become less active, their balance and strength get worse...as this happens, they become more likely to have another fall...meanwhile, they’re avoiding activities they used to enjoy, and they start to experience things like depression and anxiety...their “quality of life” is getting steadily worse over time, all because of one fall… If this sounds like you, this information should be very helpful!    Topic #2: 3 Basic Steps to Maintaining Proper Balance. In this section, Luke gives you the overview of how balance works. Simply stated, here are the 3 steps: you must SENSE your balance, your brain must PROCESS this information, and your body must be able to RESPOND. Luke discusses how certain things can go wrong with these 3 steps. This knowledge helps you understand how to improve your balance.  Topic #3: The “3 Balance Systems”. Learn all about how your body/brain sense your balance. The 3 systems include your vision, your sensation and your inner ear. Luke also explains a simple way to test the function of these 3 systems.  Topic #4: Other Factors that Affect Your Balance. Balance is a multifaceted process, and there are several other factors that you need to understand and identify before trying to improve your balance. Topic #5: What is Vertigo? Have you ever experienced the sensation of movement, swaying or spinning? Luke will explain how to understand and address vertigo, including “BPPV”. Topic #6: How do we Successfully Treat Balance/Dizziness Issues? Now that you understand more about how proper balance works, as well as how many factors you need to consider, it’s time to talk about how to successfully improve your balance! Topic #7: What’s Next? To wrap things up, Luke shares 2 options with you if you want to take the next step towards improving your balance...  Option #1: Request a FREE 30-minute “Balance & Fall Risk” Assessment with one of our PTs! During your assessment, one of our PTs will help you do 2 things: Discovery what factors are limiting your balance, and determine if we can help you improve your balance with PT treatment. Option #2: Request a copy of Luke’s FREE report titled “9 Simple Ways to Improve Your Balance and Prevent Another Fall” or visit www.GordonPhysicalTherapy.com/balance to download the report directly to your phone or computer.      Thank you for listening to the “Stay Healthy Spokane” podcast! If you have any comments/questions or ideas for future topics, please reach out to Luke at Luke@GordonPhysicalTherapy.com 

The Chasing Daylight Podcast is brought to you by Good Walk Coffee Company About 6-8 months ago, I noticed a considerable uptick in visits to my Vegas Golf Ranking page on the website. Ever since then, it's been by far the most popular page on The Breakfast Ball. I update it enough that it stays valid, but it had me thinking about recording a show in regards to the same topic. I reached out to Joe from HittinGreens about recording the show with me, and he thought it was a great idea as well. We did this on a points system and then averaged our two rankings out for a final number. The points breakdown like this: GOLF COURSE: Design - 15pts Practice Facility - 15pts Course Conditions - 15pts Atmosphere - 10pts Total points possible on the GOLF COURSE section is: 55pts OTHER FACTORS: Pro Shop - 15pts Staff - 10pts Price - 20pts Total points on the OTHER FACTORS section is: 45pts For a grand total of 100pts We wanted the main ranking to be based on the golf course, and that is why there is a higher value of points available. But, we also know other key factors that go into choosing where to play. Price, for instance, is a MAJOR element in deciding if you'll tee it up or not, and that is why it has the point value it does, but it doesn't exceed the golf course total value. Here is a list of the courses we talk about in this episode with the ranking number: #53 Las Vegas Golf Center (29.5) #52 Painted Desert (33.5) #51 Durango Hills (41.0) #50 Sunrise Vista (47.0) #49 North Las Vegas Par 3 (48.0) #48 Aliante Golf Club (48.0) #47 Boulder City Muni (49.0) #46 Palm Valley (53.5) #45 Los Prados (54.0) #44 Las Vegas Golf Club (56.5) #43 Arroyo Golf Club (56.5) #42 Desert Willow (57.0) #41 Eagle Crest (58.0) #40 The Club at Sunrise (58.5) #39 Canyon Gate Country Club (59.0) #38 Angel Park - Cloud 9 (59.5) We hope you enjoy this episode and be sure to leave us on comment on the @hittingreens Instagram page or also on @thebreakfastballgolfblog page. Thanks for listening --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/chasingdaylight/message

Painting truly is a fantastic way to boost your home's value in addition to helping make it look new and beautiful. All you have to do is choose the right colors that will work for you and your home. Do your very best to preserve it, and you are going to have a lovely home for years to come. Quick Episode Summary: 0:26 Exterior Painting Terms 2:04 Style of Your House 2:38 Subtle or Bold Colors 3:18 Other Factors 4:29 Working With All Your Exterior Colors 5:16 Tips

The Case:  Emily has 2 autoimmune diseases  She decided to get tested for EBV (Epstein Barr Virus) which her doctor reluctantly did. Her doctor didn’t know how to interpret her results and dismissed her concerns.    What Emily experienced is very common. Conventional doctors often are hesitant to test for EBV and don’t truly know how to read the results. In some cases, they don’t even order the right lab tests.    Emily knew that there was more to the story than her doctor understood. She’d educated herself about EBV and knew that there could be a connection to her 2 autoimmune diseases. And, that her health could be on the line.    The Investigation   I was happy to help Emily better interpret her lab results. As we learned in the first case of suspected EBV, this can be a very complicated, confusing, and time-sensitive diagnosis. There are few people who understand it better than Dr. Kasia Kines, so I brought her back to discuss Emily’s case.    Dr. Kasia, she is a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition and the CEO of EBV Educational Institute and Holistic Nutrition Naturally. She is also the author of the Amazon Bestseller: The Epstein-Barr Virus Solution.    Four Markers to Test for EBV Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) is complicated. In order to get a full picture of what’s going on with the virus (and determine if it’s latent or new), there are four markers that should be tested. These are tested through blood tests that many labs offer.    The four tests are:  EA IgG (Early Antigen) - this is the most important test and it’s often missed. If your doctor skips this one you won’t know your true EBV status.    EBNA IgG (Epstein Barr Nuclear Antigen) - Indicates a history of infection in non-acute cases. This tells the story of the long term status of the virus.    VCA IgG (Viral capsid antigen) - Indicates an acute infection and will remain perpetually present after initial infection.   VCA IgM (Viral capsid antigen) - Is present in the early phase of an infection and usually disappears.    For what the results mean, see the chart in this week's show notes here: Health Mysteries Solved Podcast - Episode 43   [chart courtesy of Dr. Kines’ website]   The Often Missed EBV Test The EA IgG early antigen test is the most important in getting a big picture of what’s going on right now with the virus. Unfortunately, it is often skipped by doctors. When you have EBV, the virus stays in the body (and we may not be able to ever kill it off entirely). Dr. Kines says that 90 - 95% of the population carries the virus and for many, it doesn’t impact their day-to-day health. Despite this, someone may wake up and feel like they’ve been run over by a truck. Could it be the latent EBV reactivating? The early antigen test is key in determining this - and it must be tested early on (within the first few weeks of the ‘flare-up’ or reactivation). If this test is not done, you could have active EBV and not know it which can be dangerous.    Symptoms of Active EBV A reactivation of EBV can present in a variety of ways. I could seem like the flu with severe fatigue and feeling like you’ve been ‘run over by a truck’. It can also present with cold-like symptoms (sore throat, swollen lymph nodes), or skin rashes, and even gut or digestive issues. Digestive issues could present as constipation, pain, or symptoms related to leaky gut. If you have an autoimmune disease like Hashimoto’s, it might present as a flare-up of the autoimmune disease. The real challenge with symptoms of EBV is that there are so many potential symptoms that could easily be something else. This is why EBV is often not considered or caught.    How to Decrease Elevated EBV Markers  When there is a flare up, the results on the lab can be very confusing - especially when the level is shown simply as above the maximum lab result. Dr. Kines has a protocol she recommends (and I use it with my patients too). This recommends a restricted diet and a lot of rest. It is all outlined in her book.  It is also important to continue to monitor the markers. However, Dr. Kines points out that everyone’s levels are going to be different. Some will decrease significantly with lifestyle changes while others may take longer. However, how you feel is more important than what the labs say. If you feel good, and your labs are elevated, then consider that a win. She says that it’s easy for people to get demoralized but it’s not all about the numbers.    Other Factors in EBV If someone is following the protocol and not getting results (either in how they feel or their lab results), then there may be something else at play. Two of the most common culprits are heavy metals and molds. For more on heavy metals, listen to episode 024 and for more on mold listen to episode 006. Mold can really block any efforts to decrease EBV marker levels because it devastates the immune cells and system. In cases where mold or heavy metals are an issue on top of elevated EBV markers, the mold and heavy metals must be addressed first.    Negative Reaction to the EBV Protocol Introducing a new protocol of supplements and dietary restrictions can trigger reactions. However, Dr. Hines recommends starting slow with the protocol. If there is a reaction, then you can stop the protocol and add in the different pieces one by one to determine if there is one thing that is causing an issue.  She also recommends, as do I, that you always opt for top-quality supplements to minimize the chance that you’ll have a negative reaction.    EBV Triggers to Avoid One surprising trigger the Dr. Kines mentioned comes from forest fires. This should be on your radar if you live near an area (like California) where there are a lot of forest fires. When fires burn, they give off a toxin called dioxin which has been shown to reactivate EBV. You can also be exposed to this toxin through cigarette smoke (even second-hand), campfires, fireworks, or the burning of debris. She also mentioned that wifi exposure should be closely monitored. This includes your own router but also the wifi used for smart meters that could be penetrating your walls. Additionally, she cautions against blue light exposure (commonly from TV, computer screens, and smartphones). Even your next vacation could expose you to EBV triggers (listen to the episode to find out how). All of these triggers can also reactivate the Epstein-barr virus.    Mystery Solved Let’s take a look at Emily’s labs. Her VCA IgM was negative which made her doctor think the infection was not current, but she had an elevated early antigen. Her doctor completely missed that. While her symptoms weren’t dramatic, she knew something was wrong and the tests proved it.  Because of her sensitive stomach, we opted for the protocol that included the amino acids and antioxidants Dr. Kasia talks about in this episode (Lysine, NAC, Selenium and Zinc). She tired Monolaurin but experienced die-off symptoms so we stuck with the original protocol.    Happy Ending Emily’s digestive issues subsided in about 3 weeks and her energy started to slowly come back over the next 6 weeks.  We retested the markers 12 weeks later and the EA was back to negative. We were also excited to see her VCA IgG went from 400 to 350 and that her autoimmune antibodies went down by 57 points too.  She was thrilled with her progress and will continue with a maintenance protocol and self-care protocol. She’ll test the 4 EBV markers annually to ensure she stays on top of it.    Eliminating Health Mysteries For Emily we were able to find the clue in her lab work that her doctor had missed. This allowed us to get a clear picture of what was going on and help her regain her health. Could EBV be the missing clue for you or someone in your life?    Links: To learn more about Dr. Kasia Kines’s exciting EBV program, please join us for a FREE webinar Jan 27th 2020 by clicking here. From there you can also find out much more about her 10-week program to FINALLY tackle your EBV for GOOD. (this starts Feb. 2, 2020).  Thanks so much to my guest Dr. Kasia Kines for all the knowledge and information. You can connect with her through her website. On social media, you can find her on Facebook.    Suggested Products Lysine NAC Zinc Supreme Selenium Thanks for Listening If you like what you heard, please rate and review this podcast. Every piece of feedback not only helps me create better shows, it helps more people find this important information.   Never miss an episode -  Subscribe NOW to Health Mysteries Solved with host, Inna Topiler on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or Google Podcasts and remember to rate and review the show! 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  FCME uploads new episodes every Friday morning at 6:00 a.m. MST. Topics include proposal writing, bonds, types of contracts, why do business with the federal government, 8(a), business services for veterans and women, where federal opportunities are listed, and more. You can listen to the podcast here or with your favorite podcast provider (iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, or Stitcher). FCME is also active on social media and launched the Federal Contracting Made Easy YouTube channel on January 1, 2019.   Website Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Friday September 27, 2019 Episode #097 Termination for Default (T4D) - Contractor Edition Government Will Protect Itself Remember, that the Government is going to protect itself first and foremost. So, they will insert clauses that provide them with an option if the contractor does not perform the work or provide the services within the time frame specified. Also, if the contractor does not use the correct materials or refuses or fails to perform the work as required. No matter what you do not want to face a Termination for Default on a government contract. If you were hiring a contractor to perform work for yourself, you would want to protect your interests also. This is good business sense. Below I have listed the FAR references for termination of default for your reference. FAR References for Terminations for Default You will find the FAR reference for Termination for Default below: • 52.249.8 – Supply and Service, Fixed Price • 52.249.9 – Research and Development, Fixed Price • 52.249.10 – Fixed Price Construction   Up to this point we have been providing you an overview of contract terminations. Now let's go more in depth. Starting with the termination for convenience. Termination for Default Earlier, we mentioned that a termination for default means that the government believes that the contractor may have not performed on the contract in accordance with the contract terms. Now, let's look at the steps involved if the government wishes to terminate a contract for default. Memorandum for Record The first step the government will take is to deliberate and decide the most appropriate action to take. The government will not take this action lightly. To do this the government will prepare and review a Memorandum for Record which addresses the factors contain in FAR 52.249-3. Once the factors have been determined and review the government will make a termination decision. What factors will the government review? Well, the government will review and evaluate the following factors: 1. The terms of the contract along with applicable laws and regulations; 2. The specific failure by the contractor on the contract and the excuses for the failure; 3. The availability of the supplies or services from other sources; 4. The urgency of the need for the supplies and/or services. To include the time period required to obtain them from other sources as compared with the time in which delivery could be obtained from the delinquent contractor. 5. The degree of essentiality of the contractor in the Government acquisition program and the effect of a termination for default upon the contractor’s capability as a supplier under other contracts; 6. The effect of a termination for default on the ability of the contractor to liquidate guaranteed loans, progress payments, or advance payments; and/or 7. And any other pertinent facts and circumstances.   As you can imagine a termination for default has serious implications not only for the contractor but the government also. Next we will look at those implications. Impacts Both Government and Contractor As you can tell there is a ton of information that the contracting officer will have to gather and deliberate with their legal department. Basically, a termination for default hurts both parties. The government does not get the goods or services that it needs, and the contractor has a blemished record. As you can imagine a termination for default is overwhelming to the contractor. A termination for default results in suspension and debarment or criminal conviction. If you are a construction contractor your surety company will use your bond to find another contractor to perform the contract. That is if the government elects this route. All of this should not take lightly. If you are headed down this road it is imperative that you have a great legal team on your side. In addition, if your contract was terminated for default and you received a termination letter, you may still be entitled to payment for work that was properly performed in agreement with the contract before termination. FCME uploads new episodes every Friday morning at 6:00 a.m. MST. Topics include proposal writing, bonds, types of contracts, why do business with the federal government, 8(a), business services for veterans and women, where federal opportunities are listed, and more. You can listen to the podcast here or with your favorite podcast provider (iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, or Stitcher). FCME is also active on social media and launched the Federal Contracting Made Easy YouTube channel on January 1, 2019. Website Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Now let's talk about the Other Factors and circumstances that the government reviews. Terminations - Other Factors Remember in the beginning of this blog we stated that the government may terminate a contract if it feels it is in its best interest to do so. As a result, the government has the right to termination all or only part of a contract to include: • Attempted fraud by contractor. • Contractor failure to meet quality requirements. • The Contractor failure to deliver the supplies or perform the services within the time frame specified in the contract. • Failure by the contractor to perform any other provisions contained in the contract.   Will the government just start termination proceedings without my knowledge? No, the government will notify you. Up next, we will talk about the Delinquency Notices. Terminations - Delinquency Notices There are two delinquency notices available for use by the government. The first notice is called a “Cure Notice” and the second notice is called a “Show Cause Notice”. Basically, the FAR states that the government must notify the contractor that they are responsible for a condition that is threatening performance of the contract. See FAR 49.607 for more information on delinquency notices. Next, we will discuss the “Cure Notice”. Terminations - Cure Notice A cure notice is a written document sent to the contractor by the government, notifying the contractor that there is a contract issue that must be resolved. Cure Notices are issued when a contract is in jeopardy of being terminated prior to the delivery date. Before the government can use this notice, they must ensure that there is enough time left on the contract delivery schedule or any extension. Why? The government must provide the contractor with enough time to resolve the issues affecting the contract. This time period is generally 10 days. If the timing is not enough to permit a realistic “cure” period of 10 days or more, the “Cure Notice” cannot be issued. Terminations - Ten Days to Respond So, what happens if there is not 10 days or more available on the contract? The government has the option of issuing another delinquency notice called a “Show Cause Notice”. But first, let’s discuss what a contractor should include in their written response to the government regarding the cure notice. Contractor’s Response to Cure Notice It is imperative that you, the contractor, respond to the cure notice within the time frame specified on the letter. You will want to include the following information in your response to the government. • Discussion of alleged problem to be a condition affecting contract performance. • Any Corrective plan to cure the alleged condition. • Who will bear the cost of the corrective work? • Schedule of performance of corrective work • Impact of corrective work on completion of the contract. • Actions that contractor has taken and will take to reduce the effect of the condition upon completion. • Government’s role in causing the condition. • Any other relevant factors bearing on timely completion of contract.   Terminations - Address All Allegations Remember that you only have 10 days to respond to the cure notice. It is important that you address all the allegations contained in the notice and present your side as best as possible. Now, let’s move on to the other delinquency notice, the “Show Cause Notice”. Terminations - Show Cause Notice As stated earlier a “Show Cause Notice” may be issued when the contract delivery schedule is not sufficient to permit a realistic cure period of 10 days or more. This notice will advise the contractor that the government is considering terminating the contract for default. Also, the government has not made a final decision on this matter. The government needs to determine if the contractor failed to perform was from causes beyond its control and without fault or negligence on the contractor’s part. FCME uploads new episodes every Friday morning at 6:00 a.m. MST. Topics include proposal writing, bonds, types of contracts, why do business with the federal government, 8(a), business services for veterans and women, where federal opportunities are listed, and more. You can listen to the podcast here or with your favorite podcast provider (iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, or Stitcher). FCME is also active on social media and launched the Federal Contracting Made Easy YouTube channel on January 1, 2019. Website Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Gather Facts The contractor is given an opportunity to present any facts to the contracting officer (in writing) within the 10 days after receipt of this notice. If the contractor fails to present any facts within the 10-day period, the government may consider this an admission that none exist. Do not under any circumstance fail to submit your response in writing to the contracting officer. The government will consider this is an admission of fault. Besides the government may not have all the facts or may have left out important facts in your favor. What should a contractor include in their written response to a “Show Cause Notice”? That is what we will discuss next. Contractor’s Response to Show Cause Notice It is suggested that a contractor address the following when responding to a “Show Cause Notice”: • Discuss your contract performance over the term of the contract. • Make sure you address your control over the work performed on the contract. • State your reasons why you are not at fault or negligent regarding the alleged deficiency. • Present the percentage of cost completion on the contract. • Make sure to address the fact that the project completion will be delayed because of this wrongful termination. • Include the delay to project completion caused by this wrongful termination • Address a possible conversion of Default Termination to a Convenience Termination.   Things to Consider When writing your response to either a cure notice or show cause notice it is important to remove the personal feelings from the letter and state the facts as you see them. Now is not the time to let your emotions get the better of you. Make sure that you have someone review the letter being as objective as possible. Remember a Termination for Default has serious consequences not only for you but the government also. A contractor that received a Termination for Default must disclose this fact when bidding any new work. This will impact your past performance rating as well. In addition, the government may hold the contractor responsible for costs if the default is converted to a Convenience Termination, because the contractor may pursue recovery of allowable costs associated with the termination. Is there an Excusable Behavior? If you can show that your failure to perform the contract was excusable, your contract cannot be terminated for default. In order to be excusable, the failure must be beyond your control and not your fault or neglect. Examples of Excusable Behavior The following are examples of excusable failures: • Acts of God • Acts of public enemy • Actos of government • Fires • Floods • Epidemics • Quarantine restrictions • Strikes • Freight embargoes • Unusually severe weather.   What Happens if the Default is Excusable? If after the termination you are found not to be at default or the default is excusable, the termination will be treated as one for the convenience of the government. As a result, the government will remove the bad image that the termination for default gave you and you will recoup some of your money back as well. This is great news for you and your business. However, what happens if the buying agency or contracting officer does not agree with you? Or worse, you believe their decision is not correct? Well, the contracting regulations provide contractors with several remedies, all the way from filing a simple protest or dispute to taking the government to court. Summary While no contractor wants to face a termination for default there are things that you can do to protect yourself. One of the biggest things to do is to document EVERYTHING and HIRE the BEST Attorney! For more articles from our author click here. Or you can listen to our podcast or YouTube channel call Federal Contracting Made Easy.

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In 1908 a 22-year-old Italian baker's assistant arrived in London to take part in the Olympic marathon. He had no coach, he spoke no English, and he was not expected to challenge the elite runners at the top of the field. In this week's episode of the Futility Closet podcast we'll follow Dorando Pietri on the most celebrated race in Olympic history. We'll also ponder the Great Mull Air Mystery and puzzle over a welcome murder. Intro: In July 1968 ethologist John B. Calhoun built a paradise for mice. Mother Goose rhymes can be hidden phonetically in French and German. Sources for our feature on Dorando Pietri: David Davis, Showdown at Shepherd's Bush, 2012. Timothy D. Noakes, "Reduced Peripheral Resistance and Other Factors in Marathon Collapse," Sports Medicine 37:4–5 (April 2007) 382–385. Jonathan Esteve-Lanao, Alejandro Lucia, Jos J. deKoning, and Carl Foster, "How Do Humans Control Physiological Strain During Strenuous Endurance Exercise?" PLoS One 3:8 (August 2008), e2943. Tim Lincoln, "Mostly in the Mind," Nature 389:6654 (Oct. 30, 1997), 911-912. Karl Lennartz, "Some Case Studies on How Media Constructs Olympic Legends," Timisoara Physical Education and Rehabilitation Journal 2:3 (2009), 10-19. Markus Stauff, "The Pregnant-Moment Photograph: The 1908 London Marathon and the Cross-Media, Evaluation of Sport Performances," Historical Social Research / Historische Sozialforschung 43:2 (2018), 203-219. Peter Lovesey, "Conan Doyle and the Olympics," Journal of Olympic History 10:10 (2001), 8. Mark Will-Weber, "Dorando Pietri," Runner's World 34:1 (January 1999), 42-43. International Olympic Committee, "Dorando Pietri" (accessed Jan. 27, 2019). "Dorando Pietri," Arthur Conan Doyle Encyclopedia (accessed Jan. 27, 2019). Encyclopaedia Britannica, "Dorando Pietri: Falling at the Finish" (accessed Jan. 27, 2019). Simon Kuper, "The Original Olympic Hero," FT.com, July 27, 2012. "Marathon Men Were Games' Attraction," [Los Angeles] Daily News, July 22, 2012, C.1. "Italian Stumbles to Marathon Glory," Sunday Times, May 27, 2012, 15. Ian O'Riordan, "London Calls Me to Retrace Pietri's Footsteps," Irish Times, April 21, 2012, 12. Simon Burnton, "How Dorando Pietri Lost the Race but Won the Hearts of Millions," Guardian, Feb. 29, 2012. Stuart Bathgate, "Centenary of Albert Hall Marathon, Where Pietri Fell Short Once Again," Scotsman, Dec. 18, 2009, 56. David Davis, "Beijing 2008," Los Angeles Times, July 24, 2008, D.1. Elliott Denman, "Remembering the Incredible 1908 Marathon," New York Times, July 23, 2008. Doug Gillon, "Going the Distance: A Centenary Tale Full of Drama and Heroism," [Glasgow] Herald, April 12, 2008, 14. Richard Owen, "Italy Celebrates Centenary of a Fallen Hero," Times, Feb. 18, 2008, 33. "Dorando Pietri: London Marathon," Times, March 29, 1995, 1. Charles Singer, "The First Case of Marathon Fever," New York Times, Oct. 9, 1983. Bud Greenspan, "Truths, Half-Truths and Myths of Marathon Running," New York Times, Oct. 26, 1980. Dave Anderson, "The Olympic Time Capsule," New York Times, April 25, 1976. "Dorando Certainly Won," Montreal Gazette, Jan. 23, 1909, 7. "Fifteen Teams in Race," New York Times, Dec. 4, 1908. "Why Is Dorando Not Dorando? Because He Is Pietri," The Sketch 63:809 (July 29, 1908), 69. Listener mail: Wikipedia, "Baader–Meinhof Effect" (accessed Jan. 31, 2019). "There's a Name for That: The Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon," Pacific Standard, July 22, 2013. Arnold M. Zwicky, "Why Are We So Illuded?", Stanford University, September 2006. Wikipedia, "Confirmation Bias" (accessed Feb. 2, 2019). Wikipedia, "Red Army Faction" (accessed Jan. 31, 2019). Wikipedia, "Great Mull Air Mystery" (accessed Jan. 31, 2019). Wikipedia, "Mull" (accessed Feb. 4, 2019). "The Riddle of the Lost Flight," Independent, Feb. 18, 2004. "Mystery Plane Found on Sea Bed," BBC News, Feb. 7, 2004. "Sunken Wreckage Identified as Crashed Wartime Flying Boat," Scotsman, April 3, 2004. "The Great Mull Air Mystery," BBC Radio 4, Aug. 22, 2015. What3Words. This week's lateral thinking puzzle was contributed by listener Peter Bartholomew. You can listen using the player above, download this episode directly, or subscribe on Google Podcasts, on Apple Podcasts, or via the RSS feed at https://futilitycloset.libsyn.com/rss. Please consider becoming a patron of Futility Closet -- you can choose the amount you want to pledge, and we've set up some rewards to help thank you for your support. You can also make a one-time donation on the Support Us page of the Futility Closet website. Many thanks to Doug Ross for the music in this episode. If you have any questions or comments you can reach us at podcast@futilitycloset.com. Thanks for listening!

This episode will focus on the carbon pricing system being proposed in Canada. Sources used: Nicholas Rivers, “The Case for a Carbon Tax in Canada,” Canada 2020, November 2014. Justin Worland, “How the Recession Accidentally Helped the Planet,” Time, July 22, 2015: http://time.com/3966553/recession-emissions-decline/ Marc Jaccard et. Al, “Is Win-Win Possible? Can Canada’s Government Achieve its Paris Commitment…and get re-elected? “ Simon Fraser University, September 2016. Government of Canada, Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change, 2016. http://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2017/eccc/En4-294-2016-eng.pdf Government of Canada, “Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Economic Sector,” June 6, 2018: https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/environmental-indicators/greenhouse-gas-emissions.html Jesse Good, Carbon Pricing Policy in Canada, February 26, 2018, https://lop.parl.ca/Content/LOP/ResearchPublications/2018-07-e.pdf Rizwan Khan and Burgundy Dunn, “The Federal Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act and its Provincial Opposition,” Mondaq, October 2018: http://www.mondaq.com/canada/x/743136/Clean+Air+Pollution/The+Federal+Greenhouse+Gas+Pollution+Pricing+Act+and+its+Provincial+Opposition John Paul Tasker, “Trudeau promises rebates as Ottawa moves to levy carbon tax on provinces outside the climate plan,” CBC News, October 23, 2018: https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/tasker-carbon-tax-plan-trudeau-1.4874258 Government of Saskatchewan, Prairie Resilience: A Made-in-Saskatchewan Climate Change Strategy, December 2017: http://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/environmental-protection-and-sustainability/climate-change-policy Government of Manitoba, A Made-in-Manitoba Climate and Green Plan, 2017: https://www.gov.mb.ca/asset_library/en/climatechange/climategreenplandiscussionpaper.pdf Government of Canada, “Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Province,” Canadian Environmental Sustainability Indicators: Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Environment and Climate Change Canada, 2017: 12. http://www.ec.gc.ca/indicateurs-indicators/18F3BB9C-43A1-491E-9835-76C8DB9DDFA3/GHGEmissions_EN.pdf Royal Bank of Canada, “Carbon Levies Poised to Become Big Money for Provinces,” RBC Economics Research, October 2017. Joseph Aldy and Robert Stavins, “The Promise and Problems of Pricing Carbon: Theory and Experience,” Journal of Environment & Development, 2012. Nelson Bennett, “Don’t fixate on carbon pricing: Mark Jaccard,” biv.com, September 21, 2016: https://biv.com/article/2016/09/dont-fixate-carbon-pricing-mark-jaccard. Ross McKitrick, “Canada’s phony debate about carbon taxes,” Fraser Institute, February 23, 2018: https://www.fraserinstitute.org/article/canadas-phony-debate-about-carbon-taxes Jonathan Ramseur, “US Carbon Dioxide Emissions Trends and Projections: Role of Clean Power Plan and Other Factors,” Congressional Research Service, May 31, 2017: https://fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R44451.pdf --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongandfree/support

Are you a craftsperson or an entrepreneur? This is a personal lifestyle choice - but be clear on which you have chosen.  As a craftsperson, you can be perfectly content creating handcrafted products in low volumes and selling them to a niche audience. If this describes you, you can ignore the rest of this post. You just need to cover your material and living expenses in order to continue doing what you love. However, if you are an entrepreneur with a vision of building a scalable venture, you need to understand and adhere to established business principles, such as standard markup pricing.  Even if you’re small now, you need to plan for big. If you’re just starting out, you may not realize how much margin you will need to build into your retail price in order to build a viable, long term business. While selling solely through a website is a great first step, most brands need to explore other channels to accelerate their growth. If you get your pricing and margins wrong, you’ll be in for a rude awakening when you start approaching retailers (and you’ll probably end up with a greater appreciation for why so much stuff get’s manufactured overseas!) Combining standard markup pricing with market research. If you’re basing your price strictly on a multiple of your costs -also known as Standard markup pricing you’re starting at the wrong end of the equation. I strongly suggest starting with a target retail price and working backward to see if your product will be viable. You will still need to ensure you are able to generate a sustainable profit margin - thus the need for standard markup pricing - but you’ll be imposing an additional level of discipline by aligning your numbers with the reality of the marketplace. Here is a step by step guide to using the Indie Brand Builder Margin Calculator to determine standard markup pricing: STEP ONE: Research your industry and competitors to determine high and low retail price thresholds You will need to determine how the quality, features and benefits of your product measure up against both direct and indirect competition. By direct competition, I mean any other product that has similar features and is used to solve the same problem or address the same desire of the consumer. By indirect competition, I mean products that aren’t in your category but provide a similar outcome or function for the consumer (ie - a book vs. an e-reader). Make a quick spreadsheet listing each competitor’s name, product features and retail price. STEP TWO: Pick your target product price After doing your research, you should have a reasonable idea of the general price range you expect consumers will be willing to pay - also known as the MSRP (manufacturer's suggested retail price).  You will now need to choose a target price that you think represents an optimal balance between generating revenues and generating demand. At this point, the price is simply a hypothesis as you will still need to factor in manufacturing costs  Keep a laser Focus on your gross margins.  Anything less than 50% - 60% and you may be headed down a slippery slope  STEP THREE Plug the numbers into the Pricing and Margins Spreadsheet Calculator  Input your target retail price in on the far right to match your figure Next, plug in your target wholesale price at half of your retail price. You will now see your “retailer” margin at  50%. Adjust the freight and duty percentage as required. By default, it is set to 20% - which is a conservatively high ratio (SoYoung's freight and duty is typically around 17% coming from China) . Before making any final decisions, you should validate this by talking to shipping and customs brokers. You can also use this estimator tool. Start playing with your manufacturing cost numbers to see what they should be to get your gross margin to 60% This will allow you to target an acceptable manufacturing cost STEP FOURNegotiate with your factory or suppliers. Now that you have a target cost, you can take this to your factory or use it as an internal target for producing your goods. If you are manufacturing internally, note that this number is just meant to capture your Cost of Goods: that is the cost to produce one unit of product. While it will include labor cost related to manufacturing, it should not include overhead costs associated with running your business such as administration, marketing or selling your products. STEP FIVENegotiate with retailers and distributors. Your target wholesale price is just that: a target. If you are negotiating volume transactions, retailers will typically ask for a discount. When they do, you can simply plug this into your spreadsheet to see how it affects your margins. If you’ve calculated for 60% margins, this will give you some room to maneuver and still make a reasonable profit.  Distributors will expect at least a 20%-30%  off your wholesale price - though sometimes they will be able to give you an order that can be taken directly to the factory (if applicable) and shipped straight to them, which reduces your risk and cost of carrying the products.  Why you need to target a 60% profit margin when pricing products: You will likely have other selling costs such as marketing, paying commissions to sales reps,  shipping merchandise and providing samples. Larger retailers will ask for a discount off your wholesale price You need to cover all of your business overhead, including your own salary Your business needs to generate a profit in addition to your salary in order to be viable over the long term. You may have to sell a portion of your inventory at a discount or write it off completely You will need to generate enough cash flow to continue financing the business. Other Factors to Consider Economies of scaleIn the short term, you may be willing to settle for slightly lower than standard markup pricing margins as you build your volume up to a point where you can realize efficiencies in your manufacturing costs. Just be sure these cost projections are based on solid agreements with your suppliers, rather than wishful thinking. Business ModelWhat I’ve proposed here is based on a  traditional wholesaling model - but the world is changing quickly. If you are committed to an online-only approach, integrating with your own retail location or going the multi-level marketing route, then these rules may not apply. Other entrepreneurs have been very successful blazing their own trail - but having more margin always allows you more flexibility if things don’t go as planned.