Podcasts about Pairing

    Few careers in military medicine trace an arc as wide as that of CAPT (Ret) Kimberly Elenberg, DNP, RN. In this episode she sits down with WarDocs to map a journey that began as an ROTC cadet who joined because she saw students rappelling down a building in Philadelphia, and that has since carried her from the bedside at Walter Reed Army Medical Center to the role of principal investigator on a Carnegie Mellon University team competing in the DARPA Triage Challenge. Along the way she changed uniforms, disciplines, and altitudes of responsibility, but never lost the thread that ties it all together: people first, and the relationships that make hard things possible.     CAPT (Ret) Elenberg describes how early mentors shaped her. Colonel Graham showed her that putting people first is a practice, not a slogan. Major McGee backed her instinct for innovation, and as a young nurse on Ward 51 she built one of the first patient education centers in a military treatment facility, learned to set up networks and hardware, and pursued nursing informatics before the field was common. She recounts moving to research at NIH, where her work on TPA for clearing central line catheters was later adopted as best clinical practice, and her decision to volunteer as an EMT and medic so she would understand field medicine as well as hospital medicine.       From there the conversation follows her into the U.S. Public Health Service, where after 9/11 the Surgeon General asked her to help build the nation's deployable response teams from concept to operation, training them in real communities facing real crises. She explains how anthrax and zoonotic disease drew public health into agriculture and food security, how her long relationship with Carnegie Mellon's Auton Lab began with a bus trip and a phone call, and how that mathematical grounding in probabilistic modeling resurfaced when she was asked to model the effects of policy during COVID and, later, to track military security assistance flowing to Ukraine.     The episode closes on the present and the future: autonomous triage payloads that can read a casualty's physiological state without touching them, robotic snakes that might pack non-compressible hemorrhage, swarms of drones and ground robots that find the wounded and feed the right information to the right echelon. Throughout, CAPT (Ret) Elenberg returns to her core lessons — trust your chain of command, define what success really looks like, build on small wins, and never limit yourself to your military occupational specialty. From an orphanage and a food-service background to teaching at the National Defense University, hers is a story about doors held open and relationships that endure. Chapters (00:54-07:11) From Rappelling Cadet to Innovating Army Nurse (07:11-16:48) Building the Nation's Public Health Response Teams (16:48-22:24) Biosurveillance Modeling COVID and Ukraine Aid (22:24-32:32) The Power of Relationships Across a Career (32:32-37:37) Autonomy Confidence and Knowing When to Explore (37:37-51:33) The DARPA Triage Challenge and Lessons That Last Chapter Summaries (00:54-07:11) From Rappelling Cadet to Innovating Army Nurse The guest traces her start as an ROTC cadet drawn in by students rappelling down a Philadelphia building, her commissioning as an Army nurse, and her first duty station at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Early mentors, including Colonel Graham and Major McGee, taught her that people truly come first and backed her instinct for innovation. On Ward 51 she built one of the first patient education centers in a military treatment facility while teaching herself websites, networking, and nursing informatics.   (07:11-16:48) Building the Nation's Public Health Response Teams Her NIH research on TPA for central line catheters was later adopted as best clinical practice, and she volunteered as an EMT and medic to learn field medicine. After moving to the U.S. Public Health Service for family stability, she answered the Surgeon General's call following 9/11 to build the nation's deployable response teams from concept to operation. Anthrax and zoonotic disease pulled public health into agriculture and food security across the federal enterprise.   (16:48-22:24) Biosurveillance Modeling COVID and Ukraine Aid Tasked to advise on detecting events and discerning intent, she leaned into probabilistic modeling and a long relationship with Carnegie Mellon's Auton Lab that began with a bus trip and a phone call. As Director of Population Health at the Defense Health Agency she modeled total force fitness, then was asked to model the effects of policy during COVID rather than the disease itself. The work forced coordination across agencies, departments, and services on a scale not seen since World War II.   (22:24-32:32) The Power of Relationships Across a Career Describing herself as an introvert, she explains why relationships are the engine of accomplishment, recalling a Ranger literally pushing her up a mountain during advanced camp after a car accident. Those bonds endured and resurfaced decades later in Texas during the DARPA Triage work. She recounts retiring out of Poland after 28 years, where she stood up a secure network to coordinate 26 non-doctrinal partners supporting aid to Ukraine.   (32:32-37:37) Autonomy Confidence and Knowing When to Explore She makes the case for military service as a path to clinical autonomy and the chance to think, decide, and do research that civilian roles often do not allow. She reflects on how to know when to pursue a new opportunity: trust your chain of command, negotiate and listen when you are the one in charge, and act on principles of doing no harm. Confidence, she says, means not being afraid to fail.   (37:37-51:33) The DARPA Triage Challenge and Lessons That Last She gives a plain-language tour of her team's autonomous triage work — payloads that read physiological state without touching a casualty, visual reasoning models tempered by Bayesian rigor, and platforms that deliver the right information to each echelon. Using a DoD-wide tobacco policy as a case study, she explains the art of the doable and building success on small wins. She closes with advice on confidence, integrity, and holding doors open for the next generation.   Take Home Messages Cross disciplines to scale care: The greatest gains often come from teaming up outside your own specialty. Pairing clinical insight with engineering, informatics, and operations lets a single provider extend capability and capacity far beyond what one profession can deliver alone. People first is a practice, not a slogan: Leaders who genuinely put people first earn the trust that makes hard missions possible. The example of a leader who recognized her team while facing her own serious illness shows that the principle is proven in action, not in words. Relationships are the engine of accomplishment: No one knows everything, and progress depends on the people willing to push you up the mountain. Networks built early endure for decades and can be called on when the mission needs them most. Define what success really looks like: Insisting on the perfect outcome can stall progress entirely; agreeing on the art of the doable moves the mission forward. Real success is often a series of small wins that build on one another over time. Confidence means not being afraid to fail: Growth lives outside the comfort zone, and everyone fails sometimes. Acting with honesty, integrity, and your best effort each day — then trusting tomorrow brings another chance — is what builds lasting confidence. Episode Keywords military medicine, Army nurse, military nursing, WarDocs, military medicine podcast, public health service, USPHS, DARPA Triage Challenge, autonomous triage, battlefield medicine, combat casualty care, Carnegie Mellon University, Auton Lab, nursing informatics, biosurveillance, COVID modeling, population health, Defense Health Agency, Walter Reed, military innovation, medical robotics, drone medicine, military mentorship, veteran leadership, military medical research Hashtags #MilitaryMedicine, #WarDocs, #ArmyNurse, #PublicHealth, #BattlefieldMedicine, #DARPA, #MilitaryInnovation, #VeteranLeadership   Biography Dr. Kimberly Elenberg, a retired USPHS Captain, is the Director of Data and Mission Partner Sharing at ECS. A distinguished leader in biosurveillance and emergency response, she applies data science to enhance national security. Notably, she served as the incident response commander for modeling and analytics for the Secretary of Defense COVID Task Force. Previously, as a principal scientist at Carnegie Mellon University, she advanced autonomous systems for biosurveillance. Dr. Elenberg consistently bridges theoretical research with practical healthcare delivery, leveraging her clinical expertise and military discipline to safeguard public health. Her exceptional contributions have earned her several highly prestigious awards, including the 2022 Defense Superior Service Medal, the 2022 USPHS Distinguished Service Medal, and the 2020 National Emergency Preparedness Award for her outstanding operational acumen.         Honoring the Legacy and Preserving the History of Military Medicine The WarDocs Mission- WarDocs exists to honor the legacy of Military Medicine, preserve its history, and inspire every generation — across all Services, Corps, and Ranks — to serve with excellence and pride. Through mentorship, coaching, and education, we equip those considering, entering, and serving in military medicine with the knowledge, connections, and community they need to thrive. We celebrate Who we are, What we do, and, most importantly, How we serve Our Patients, the DoW, and Our Nation.   Find out more and join Team WarDocs at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/ Check our list of previous guest episodes at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/our-guests Subscribe and Like our Videos on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast Listen to the “What We Are For” Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm   WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible and go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in Military Medicine. A tax receipt will be sent to you. WARDOCS documents the experiences, contributions, and innovations of all military medicine Services, ranks, and Corps who are affectionately called "Docs" as a sign of respect, trust, and confidence on and off the battlefield, demonstrating dedication to the medical care of fellow comrades in arms.     Follow Us on Social Media Twitter: @wardocspodcast Facebook: WarDocs Podcast Instagram: @wardocspodcast LinkedIn: WarDocs-The Military Medicine Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast    

Gem elixirs are having a moment, and Kathleen and Ro think you should know why. In this episode of the Flower Essence Podcast, they explore how gem elixirs work alongside flower essences to anchor energetic shifts into the body, strengthen the auric field, support heart healing, and help us stay grounded in overwhelming times. They walk through practical gem-flower pairings for empaths and sensitives, emotional boundaries, stress relief, and heart reopening — covering stones like Black Tourmaline, Hematite, Rose Quartz, Kunzite, Jade, Gold, and Smoky Quartz, paired with essences including Yarrow, Pink Yarrow, Angelica, Rose, and more. They also share tips on using color as an initial pairing indication and resources for deepening your gem elixir knowledge. A gem elixir course from the School for Flower Essence Studies is coming this year — this episode is your beautiful introduction. 

Artichokes are one of the most notoriously difficult foods to pair with wine. So on a spontaneous Sunday cooking session, Nikki and Michael put the SOMMO app to the test, grilled artichokes in the wood-fired pizza oven, and navigated a pizza dough disaster — all with wine in hand. Here's everything they ate, drank, and loved.Check out this episode's page to get all of the links to our favorite things, recipes and photos and videos from our evening!Links and Resources:Learn more about Sommo and download the app here!Follow Sommo on InstagramSollevato Wines: Nikki and Michael's first ever rosé — a single-barrel Grenache with a touch of Sangiovese is now available, as is their new exclusive wine club, Il Circolo.Their 2023 Petite Sirah (bold, inky, and great for BBQ season) is also coming this fall. Sign up for the mailing list at sollevatowines.com to be the first to know. use code PODLISTENER for 10% off all of Nikki's wines on sollevatowines.comOther resources and links: If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy us a glass of wine! Please and Thank you!Follow Nikki on Instagram for more behind the scenes look at life in Wine CountryEnjoy some of MY FAVORITE THINGS from our Sponsors:Use my VIP Friends and Family Link to sign up for Wine Spies! And use the coupon code NIKKI for $50 off your order of $200 or more!You NEED some delicious California Olive Oil from our awesome sponsor American Olive Farmer. Use code SipWithNikki for $10 off your order!

Krill oil improved knee pain, stiffness, and physical function in people with osteoarthritis, helping participants move more comfortably during daily activities like walking and climbing stairs Older adults taking krill oil for six months improved grip strength, knee strength, and muscle thickness, which helps protect against falls, weakness, and loss of independence with age Krill oil delivers omega-3 fats in a phospholipid form that blends efficiently into your cell membranes, while its natural astaxanthin content helps protect the oil from oxidation and inflammatory damage Cheap, oxidized fish oils and diets high in seed oils worsen inflammation and interfere with healthy cellular energy production, making it harder for your joints and muscles to recover Pairing krill oil or omega-3-rich seafood with regular movement, stable dietary fats, and enough protein creates a stronger foundation for preserving cartilage, muscle function, and long-term mobility

The barrier to making your first film has never been lower, and this episode breaks down exactly how to start. In Part 2 of his conversation with host Gregg Goldfarb, filmmaker Steve Dabal pulls back the curtain on how his documentary Italian Wannabe came together: shot largely on a phone, edited by hand from terabytes of footage, and finished through community crowdfunding. Steve makes the case that you don't need a perfect subject or a big budget to begin. You need a story you care about and the willingness to start filming. From the free tools that turn a phone into a cinema camera, to why short films are the best reps a beginner can get, to how AI is quietly reshaping what independent filmmakers can afford, Steve offers a grounded look at the craft and the business of documentary work today, and why "make the thing" matters far more than worrying about how it will be received.   Join Gregg and Steve on Cut to the Chase as they explore: How to shoot a documentary for $0 using just an iPhone and free apps  Why the story "reveals itself" and how to start before you know the ending  Why short films are the best training ground for first-time filmmakers  The realistic path to a finished film: rough cuts, community, and crowdfunding  How AI is changing the cost of color, graphics, and finishing work  Why the festival system favors certain films, and how feel-good stories find their audience What comes after festivals: roadshows, screenings-with-dinners, and t-urning a film into an event    KEY MOMENTS 00:00 — Cold open: which films "climb the ladder"  00:01 — You've got a story and an iPhone — what do you actually need? 00:02 — The Blackmagic app: turning a phone into a cinema camera 00:03 — "Just start filming" — 14 terabytes and finding the story 00:04 — Do you really need a great subject to begin? 00:06 — Making the thing vs. releasing the thing 00:07 — Why short films are the best reps for beginners 00:09 — The money question: what $0 can (and can't) get you 00:10 — Rough cuts, honest feedback & the freelance colorist 00:12 — Spend $0 first, then crowdfund the finish 00:13 — AI and YouTube: best or worst time to start? 00:14 — Handmade stop-motion vs. AI temp graphics 00:15 — Inside the festival world: programmers & blind submissions 00:17 — Pairing screenings with dinners to build community 00:18 — What's next: roadshows, AI outreach & the film-as-event 00:21 — Closing: stop chasing the checklist — just make the thing    Steve Dabal is an Italian-American director, cinematographer, and editor with a deep VFX background and a focus on non-fiction storytelling. As co-founder and Creative Director of The Family, a New York-based production house, he has interviewed subjects ranging from Scarlett Johansson and Fortune 500 CEOs to war veterans and 9/11 survivors. His work has screened at SXSW, the New York Film Festival, and internationally. Italian Wannabe is his debut feature documentary. The film sold out five screenings at the 2026 Palm Springs International Film Festival and was also an official selection at the Berkshire International Film Festival. The film was directed, shot, and edited by Dabal, and produced with The Family in association with Current Mindset.    RESOURCES MENTIONED: Learn more about Italian Wannabe and follow the film's festival and pop-up screening tour Learn more about Fiore Market Cafe, chef Bill Disselhorst's legendary South Pasadena restaurant, one of America's Top 100 restaurants Learn more about the village of Casperia, Italy — one hour north of Rome — featured throughout the documentary Learn more about The Family, Steve Dabal's New York-based production company Follow the Italian Wannabe pop-up screening tour to find a screening near you   Want to hear more conversations about life, law, and the stories that matter? Subscribe to Cut to the Chase: with Gregg Goldfarb.   Want to stay updated on our latest podcasts? Subscribe to Cut to the Chase: Podcast Newsletter for monthly podcast releases and the latest legal news: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/KqDopgE

Taking magnesium 30 to 60 minutes before bed strengthens your body's natural sleep signal and helps you fall asleep faster Magnesium supports calming brain chemicals and melatonin, which helps quiet a "busy mind" and stabilize your sleep cycle Low magnesium levels are common and leave your nervous system stuck in an overstimulated state that disrupts deep sleep Using magnesium at the same time each night trains your brain to expect sleep, making your bedtime routine more effective Pairing proper magnesium timing with consistent daily habits like morning light exposure and a regular bedtime improves how well you sleep and how rested you feel

I got the honor to sit down and chat with Richard, a up and coming whiskeytube channel. And lets just say it flowed like smooth jazz. We had a great conversation, hope you enjoy.www.youtube.com/@GameandGrains25instagram.com/game_and_grainsPatreon.com/offtopicwhiskeyWelcome to Game and Grains—where whiskey meets gaming! Join us for fun streams featuring whiskey tastings, bourbon reviews, and gaming adventures. Whether you're a connoisseur or a casual gamer, there's something for everyone. Grab your glass and controller, it's time to level up!The draw to combining whiskey and gaming lies in the creation of a highly controlled, immersive ritual designed for ultimate stress decompression, emotional escapism, and low-pressure socialization. For many individuals—particularly men—this combination merges a sensory-rich luxury drink with a rewarding digital environment. Together, they form a powerful "third space" outside of work and family life where a person can completely disconnect.However, this specific pairing activates unique psychological loops that can serve as either a healthy reward or a hidden coping mechanism for mental health struggles.Why the Pairing Works: The Psychological AppealThe intersection of whiskey and gaming is not accidental; the two activities complement each other to satisfy several emotional and cognitive needs:The Ritual of Slowing Down: Whiskey is a spirit meant to be sipped slowly, forcing a slower physical pace. Pairing it with a casual or narrative-driven game creates a dedicated ritual that signals to the brain that the productivity demands of the day are officially over.The "Dual-Escape" Loop: Gaming provides a high level of cognitive absorption, forcing the brain to focus on a virtual task and leaving no room for real-world worries. Whiskey physically slows down the central nervous system, creating a combined mental and physical barrier against chronic stress.Low-Stakes Socialization: Gaming with online friends while having a casual drink provides social connection without the emotional pressure of formal face-to-face conversations. It allows for "shoulder-to-shoulder" bonding, where players connect over a shared digital objective rather than direct vulnerability.The Comfort of Control: In a chaotic world, games offer clear rules, clear objectives, and immediate rewards (leveling up, winning matches). Whiskey enhances this comfort by creating a cozy, predictable sensory experience (the warmth, the flavor profile).The Hidden Risk: When Decompression Becomes DependencyWhile using gaming and a glass of whiskey to unwind is common, the combination can easily transform into an unhealthy coping mechanism if used to mask underlying anxiety, depression, or burnout:The Dopamine Overload: Both gaming (through quick reward loops) and alcohol (through chemical spikes) release dopamine in the brain. Over time, relying on both simultaneously can desensitize your brain's natural reward system, making everyday life feel flat or uninteresting without them.Avoidance Instead of Processing: If a hard day automatically triggers a gaming session and multiple pours of whiskey, it prevents the emotional processing required to actually resolve life stress. The underlying problems remain untouched, waiting as soon as the game turns off and the alcohol wears off.Disrupted Rest: While both activities might help you drift off to sleep out of sheer exhaustion, the combination of late-night blue light from screens and alcohol intake destroys REM and deep sleep architectures, leaving you more emotionally fragile and anxious the next morning.

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne focuses on anemia, an often overlooked but critical topic for cancer patients, survivors, and anyone experiencing persistent fatigue. Drawing from her personal experiences with anemia during both childhood and years of cancer treatment, Saranne combines humor and insight while welcoming cancer expert Jacqui Bryan for a detailed discussion. Together, they unpack what anemia really is, the many types it encompasses, from iron deficiency to those linked with chronic illness and cancer, and what symptoms signal a need for medical attention. With practical strategies for those in active treatment or survivorship, the conversation empowers listeners to become strong advocates for their own health.Jacqui Bryan is a certified nutrition specialist, whole health educator, certified health coach, and registered nurse, celebrated for her multi-decade cancer survivorship and expertise in nutrition and wellness. Having appeared in over 140 episodes, Jacqui is known for translating complex medical issues into actionable advice, supporting both patients and loved ones through every step of the cancer journey."I think anemia is an awesome topic today because it's often overlooked, yet it affects more than 2 billion people worldwide." ~Jacqui Bryan Today on Beating Cancer Daily:·     Anemia is not a single disease but a wide-ranging symptom signaling underlying health issues, especially common during cancer treatment·     More than 2 billion people globally are affected by anemia, including significant numbers of cancer patients and survivors·     There are over 400 types of anemia, most commonly from iron, vitamin B12, or folate deficiency, as well as those linked to chronic diseases or blood loss·     Symptoms go beyond just feeling tired; look for shortness of breath, pale or yellow skin, heart palpitations, dizziness, headaches, and problems with concentration·     Treatments must be personalized; iron supplements help some, but others require B12, folate, transfusions, or addressing chronic inflammation·     Pairing iron-rich foods with vitamin C increases absorption, while coffee, tea, and dairy can inhibit it·     Anemia caused by cancer or cancer therapies often leads to profound, overwhelming fatigue that requires compassion and specific support from loved ones·     Patients are encouraged to keep a symptom journal, communicate proactively with healthcare teams, and advocate for tests and treatments tailored to their specific needs Guest Contact Information:Jacqui Bryan: JacquiBryan.com 2025 People's Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series FinalistRanked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025. Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg. To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_SuggestionsTo sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review. Have a blessed day! Saranne

This week on Friday Night Frightfest, we are wrapping up our epic franchise retrospective with a massive grand finale! While the internet love to debate the ups and downs of parody history, we're throwing out the critical consensus and embracing the pure, unadulterated fun of the franchise's later eras. We are looking at an entry that deserve a lot more love: the hyper-chaotic, early-2010s time capsule Scary Movie 5 (2013) and the triumphant, star-studded legacy revival that just crushed the summer box office, Scary Movie (2026). Grab your popcorn—we're closing this series out with non-stop laughs! Scary Movie 5 (2013) Directed by Malcolm D. Lee, Scary Movie 5 gets a bad rap, but if you look past the critical hate, it is a goldmine of rapid-fire physical comedy and surreal, early-2010s pop culture. Anchored by Ashley Tisdale and Simon Rex, the film skewers hits like Paranormal Activity, Evil Dead, Sinister, and Rise of the Planet of the Apes. From Simon Rex's incredible commitment to getting physically destroyed by the scenery to the utterly bizarre, self-aware opening cameo with Charlie Sheen and Lindsay Lohan, this entry runs at a breakneck pace. It's an absurd, live-action cartoon that understands exactly what it is: pure, unpretentious fun. Scary Movie (2026) Pairing perfectly with the fifth entry is the brand-new 2026 revival, which brought the franchise roaring back into the cultural zeitgeist. Written by the legendary Wayans brothers (Keenen Ivory, Shawn, and Marlon) and bringing back the iconic duo of Anna Faris (Cindy) and Regina Hall (Brenda), this movie is an absolute love letter to the fans. The film brilliantly parodies the modern "elevated horror" and "requel" trends, taking hilarious, no-holds-barred aims at Scream (2022), M3GAN, Smile, and The Substance. It captures the exact same nostalgic magic as the original trilogy while proving that the spoof genre is far from dead. Join us as we celebrate the entire evolution of this comedy empire! We'll break down why the physical gags in Scary Movie 5 (especially that possessed Roomba sequence) still crack us up, and how the 2026 reunion delivered the ultimate fan-service theater experience of the year. It turns out that when you stop taking things so seriously, both of these films are an absolute blast to watch back-to-back. Spoilers start around 7:15.

Let’s dive into the BookTok discourse, shall we? Specifically, how algorithms work and why dismissing the community tends to say more about the dismisser than the community. Then debut romance novelist (and longtime cookbook author) Julia Turshen joins to talk about her 831 Stories novella Down to Earth, why food is the fastest way to put a reader in a room, the formula that cookbooks and romance novels quietly share, and what it means to write competency porn about a lesbian farmer without realizing that's what you're doing. And: Sanjana and Tyler each pitch a queer romance recommendation…and somehow both pick historicals. On BookTok: why thinking of it as a monolith is lazy, how algorithms reflect what you engage with (and not objective taste), and the misogyny baked into most think pieces about genre fiction. Julia Turshen is the author of numerous cookbooks including Small Victories and Simply Julia, and her debut sapphic romance, Down to Earth, is out this month from 831 Stories. Referenced: “I Found It: The Best Free Restaurant Bread in America” by Caity Weaver. The queer romance recommendations: Tyler picks An Island Princess Starts a Scandal by Adriana Herrera, and Sanjana picks The Companion by E.E. Ottoman. Honorable mentions: You Made a Fool of Death with Your Beauty by Akwaeke Emezi and The Pairing by Casey McQuiston. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you're traveling this summer, or want to do so without leaving your couch, we're reporting for duty as your book travel agents! This week we're sharing some favorite reads that take place in popular (and personally beloved) travel destinations.   London Olivia - Adelaide by Genevieve Wheeler, Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell, Good Material by Dolly Alderton  Becca -  Magnolia Parks by Jessa Hastings, Sorrow & Bliss by Meg Mason, Wahala by Nikki May, The Heir Apparent by Rebecca Armitage   Paris Olivia - Almost Life by Kiran MIllwood Hargrave Becca -  The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl, The Dud Avocado by Elaine Dundy, The Pairing by Casey McQuiston, The Lost Vintage by Ann Mah   Italy Becca - Villa Coco by Sean Greer, Lizzie & Dante by Mary Bly, Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert Olivia - In Her Defense by Philippa Malicka   Beach Olivia - The Wedding People by Alison Espach, Sea Wife by Amity Gaige, Saint X by Alexis Schaitkin Becca -  Sandwich by Catherine Newman, The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren   Ireland  Olivia - Foster by Claire Keegan, Land by Maggie O'Farrell Becca -  The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'Donoghue, Normal People by Sally Rooney   Maine Olivia - Fellowship Point by Alice Elliot Dark  Becca - Happy Place by Emily Henry, Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes, Vacationland by Meg Mitchell Moore, Maine Characters by Hannah Orenstein   Woods + Mountains The God of The Woods by Liz Moore, Heartwood by Amity Gaige    Asia Becca - Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan, Somewhere Only We Know by Maurene Goo, Fake by Erica Katz, If You Could See the Sun by Ann Liang Olivia - Pachinko by Min Jin Lee   Boat Trip/Cruise: Becca -  Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan, American Fantasy by Emma Straub,   Hawaii: Becca - Famous in Love by Rebecca Serle, Reckless Girls by Rachel Hawkins   June's Book Club Pick - Almost Life by Kiran Millwood Hargrave   This episode is brought to you by our friends at Sol de Janeiro! You can expect all sorts of fun stuff with this Summer of Sol partnership, including Bonus Book Club Episodes, in-person events, giveaways, and more!   The July 16 bonus book club pick - The Five Star Weekend by Elin Hilderbrand, and we'll have an in-person event in Chicago in July! The August 20 bonus book club pick - One and Only by Maurene Goo, and we'll have an in-person event in Miami in August. The September 17 bonus book club pick - The Parisian Heist by Jo Piazza, and we'll have an in-person event in NYC in September.   What we read this week Olivia - Foster by Claire Keegan, Loved One by Aisha Muharrar, Wait for Me by Amy Jo Burns  Becca - Whistler by Ann Patchett   Join our Facebook group for amazing book recs & more!  Buy our Merch! Join our BFF Group! Order Olivia's Books, Little One, and Such a Bad Influence! Subscribe to Olivia's Newsletter! Order Becca's Book, The Christmas Orphans Club, and preorder Back Where We Started!   Subscribe to Becca's Newsletter!  Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast. Follow Olivia on Instagram @oliviamuenter and Becca @beccamfreeman.  

The Chicago Bulls could be staring at a franchise-changing 2026 NBA Draft, and the biggest question may not just be who they take at No. 4 — it could be whether Bryson Graham tries to trade up from No. 15 to land Aday Mara.On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down two major draft pairing possibilities: Caleb Wilson + Aday Mara vs. Cam Boozer + Aday Mara. Which duo fits Graham's SLAP philosophy better? Which pairing gives the Bulls the best mix of size, length, athleticism, physicality, rim protection, passing and long-term upside?Wilson + Mara would give Chicago a massive defensive ceiling, elite length, rim protection and transition potential. Boozer + Mara would give the Bulls more offensive polish, frontcourt passing, rebounding and half-court stability. Which direction should the Bulls prioritize as they build around Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis and Noa Essengue?Haize also reacts to the Darryn Peterson conversation after Sam Smith called Peterson a “nightmare” draft scenario for the Bulls at No. 4. Is Peterson really the worst outcome, or is the upside too high to ignore if he falls into Chicago's lap?Topics include:Caleb Wilson's fit with Bryson Graham's BullsAday Mara as a potential trade-up targetCam Boozer vs. Caleb Wilson next to MaraHow Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis fit with each pairingDarryn Peterson as the possible wild-card pick at No. 4Why the Bulls' draft board could get chaotic fastThe Bulls are entering one of the most important drafts in franchise history. Could this be the moment Chicago finally builds a real frontcourt identity?

Markus explores the world of cheese with Belgian affineur Frederik van Tricht. As a cheese sommelier himself, Markus is especially curious about how beer-and-cheese pairings work when both products are treated as equals. Frederik explains what affinage really means: not producing cheese, but guiding it to peak flavor through time, temperature, humidity, turning, brushing, and—when it fits—washing rinds with liquids like beer, whisky, sake, or wine. Belgium may not be famous as a “cheese country,” Frederik says, but its makers are highly creative, influenced by France and the Netherlands, and able to produce a surprisingly wide range of styles beyond the single Belgian AOP cheese, Herve. When it comes to pairing, Frederik starts with the beer first and then searches his “cheese flavor library” for the right match. He describes two main approaches: complementary pairings (like Oude Geuze with goat cheese, acidity meeting acidity) and high-contrast “fireworks” pairings (like Oude Kriek with blue cheese, fruit-sour against salty-bitter). The key is balance—neither beer nor cheese should dominate in the finish. They also touch on fun details like smoked blue cheese, why beer-soaked cheeses look great for photos (but work better in practice via vacuum), and why a single “one beer fits all cheeses” approach doesn't make sense. Frederik ends by inviting people to Antwerp, where van Tricht cheese can be found at the De Koninck Brewery site—perfect for anyone wanting to experience Belgian beer culture alongside cheese.

The Chicago Bulls may be closing in on their next head coach — and Bryson Graham could be moving faster than both the Portland Trail Blazers and Dallas Mavericks to secure his preferred candidate. Haize breaks down the latest reports surrounding Tiago Splitter, Micah Nori, Ryan Schmidt, and Wes Unseld Jr., while asking what type of coach best fits the Bulls' rebuild and player-development timeline.Then, could the Bulls quietly benefit from a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster trade without actually trading for Giannis? With Chicago projected to have major cap flexibility, Haize explains how the Bulls could become a third-team facilitator, absorb unwanted salary, and potentially walk away with draft capital, young players, or a move up the draft board.Finally, the draft pairing series continues with a deep look at Darryn Peterson and Morez Johnson Jr. Could Peterson fall to the Bulls at No. 4? Would Morez at No. 15 give Chicago the toughness, rebounding, and physical identity Bryson Graham wants? Haize breaks down how that duo would fit with Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis,, and the rest of the post-deadline Bulls roster.The Bulls rebuild is starting to take shape — and this offseason could define the next era in Chicago.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/BullsCentralPodGet at us:Email: BullsCentralPod@gmail.comTwitter:@BullsCentralPodPhone: ‪(773) 270-2799‬Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Grant Cardone, Founder and CEO of Cardone Capital, joined us to discuss his firm pairing Bitcoin with real estate investments, offering investors unique exposure to both asset classes.Topics:- Bitcoin & Real Estate investment portfolio - Future of Bitcoin - Tokenization of Real Estate - Michael Saylor Strategy Selling Bitcoin.Brought to you by

Send us Fan MailDo we have a brand new whiskey on our hands? We sure do! Was it created in conjunction with a brewery not too far away from the distillery that made it? Sure was! But, here's the thing: we're doing more than just reviewing it this week. We're doing a heckuva review AND pairing it with beer! Who would've thought to do something like THAT? Couldn't tell ya! Anyway, it's a good episode and definitely doesn't get a little crazy towards the end! Enjoy.Become a patron of the show at http://www.patreon.com/mybourbonpodcastLeave us a 5 star rating and review on your podcast app of choice!Send us an email with questions or comments to thisismybourbonshop@gmail.comSend us mail to PO Box 22609, Lexington, KY 40522Check out all of our merch and apparel: http://bourbonshop.threadless.com/Leave us a message for Barrel Rings at 859.428.8253Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybourbonpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mybourbonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybourbonpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisismybourbonpodcastSubstack: https://mybourbonpod.substack.comPayPal, if you feel so inclined: PayPal.me/pritter1492Link to our Barrell Rye Armagnac Finished Pick: https://shop.whiskeyinmyweddingring.com/products/barrell-private-release-rye-1a03Support the show

Welcome to Episode 75 of Smokin Sounds Podcast — the 2nd Best Cigar Podcast! This week we light up and dive deep into the world of coffee infused cigars, premium cigars, cigar culture, and classic 80s music with special guest Matt from Spinning the Wheel Podcast! https://smokinsoundspod.com/ We talk about: ☕ Coffee flavored cigars & infused cigar blends

Interview by Kris PetersLet's be honest for a second. When you hear that Karnivool is touring, your ears instantly prick up. They are the undisputed kings of Australian progressive rock, a band that makes complexity sound like second nature. But when the tour announcement dropped, the words Car Bomb and TesseracT were slapped on the bill alongside them, things suddenly took an even bigger turn for the better. This isn't just a concert line-up; it's an absolute musical assault on the senses.HEAVY has always loved music that challenges you—the kind of tracks that don't just sit in the background but grab you by the throat and force you to pay attention. That is exactly what this tour is going to do. If Karnivool is the masterclass in sonic atmosphere, deep groove, and sweeping, emotional melodies, then Car Bomb is the chaotic entity sent to tear the room to pieces before the headliners even touch the stage.For the uninitiated, Car Bomb doesn't just play metal; they weaponise time signatures. Their style is a dizzying, frantic, and claustrophobic mathcore that feels like a glitching supercomputer trying to punch its way out of your speakers. Pairing their jagged, laser-guided ferocity with Karnivool's lush, towering soundscapes and the wizardry of TesseracT is a stroke of absolute genius. It's a beautiful contrast between absolute, calculated chaos and pristine, progressive beauty.HEAVY sat down with Car Bomb's guitarist Greg Kubacki to find out more. One of the topics of discussion is how Car Bomb find the balance between styles and genres in the creative process."I do the majority of the writing these days," Greg replied. "Back in the day, it was all of us working together in a room, but now we all have responsibilities, so I do the majority of the stuff. When the song starts, I start with an idea and put it on the shelf for a month or two and come back to it and see if I like it. And if I like something - whether it's technical or it's knuckle-dragging, really simple stuff - I'll just start working on a song from there.When I run out of ideas, that's when I usually know a song's done. Or if I put the song again on the shelf for another month and listen to it, and I don't find anything wrong with it, then I'm like, okay, it's good. But usually we have so many ideas that we're always working on. It's not like the movie Amadeus, where we're just writing it out, and it's written in five minutes (laughs)."In the full interview, Greg explains why it has taken Car Bomb so long to make it to Australia, how he prepares to tour a country for the first time and what they are expecting. He talked about the live show and what to expect, including what three songs people going to the show should listen to in order to get to know the band and music more.Greg ran us through difficulties in transforming the musical complexities into the live arena, as well as finding the balance between styles in the creative process. We spoke about the early days of Car bomb and the musical climate that gave birth to the band, the first time he heard one of his own songs on the radio and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

If you look to the west after sunset you'll see two bright lights in the early evening sky. Those 'stars' are actually Venus and Jupiter. Astronomer and Associate with Blackrock Observatory, Frances McCarthy has more.

Taking vitamin D at midday with your largest meal improves absorption and helps your body use it more effectively for mood, sleep, and brain function Normal vitamin D blood levels don't guarantee results because your body needs to convert it into an active form that your cells can actually use A large portion of people struggle with this activation step, which explains why symptoms like fatigue and poor sleep persist despite supplementation Sunlight remains the most effective way to produce vitamin D naturally; removing seed oils improves your ability to tolerate midday sun safely Pairing vitamin D3 with magnesium and vitamin K2, tracking your levels, and staying physically active helps your body activate and maintain vitamin D year-round

In this episode of the Essential Wellness Podcast, Aisha Harley welcomed certified aromatherapist and holistic health coach PJ Hanks for an in-depth yet approachable discussion on the science behind essential oils. PJ explained how essential oils work at a cellular level through specific targets, pathways, and biological mechanisms, helping listeners better understand why these plant compounds can have such profound effects on health and wellness.   The conversation explored the importance of oil quality, absorption methods, synergy between compounds, and the unique benefits of oils like Frankincense, Lavender, Copaiba, and Rose. PJ also shared practical application tips and dosing recommendations to help listeners maximize the benefits of their oils.  

After briefly de-emphasizing targeted TV ads during the Discovery merger, Warner Bros. Discovery has rapidly rebuilt its infrastructure to offer clients unprecedented transparency and accountability. In this live recording from the GoAddressable upfront breakfast, learn how premium IP content is joining forces with sophisticated data waterfalls to challenge the dominance of walled gardens. Key Highlights

  We're bringing back special guest Tripp Waldrop from Let's Get Pairing for the SECOND YEAR IN A ROW to talk all things FOOD from PCA 2026 in New Orleans!   Because honestly…   “We came, we saw, we smoked… but somewhere between the cigars and cocktails, we accidentally ate our way through New Orleans.” From late-night bites to unforgettable meals, insane pairings, PCA food finds, and stories that probably should've stayed on Bourbon Street… we're covering it all tonight.   Cigars Food Pairings PCA 2026 stories Absolute chaos   Grab a cigar, pour a drink, and come hungry.

Care of @scotchfullyyours, Dan explores a French-style lager from West Kill Brewing: Fur-Bearing Trout, brewed with French ingredients. West Kill Brewing Fur-Bearing Trout STYLE: French-Style LagerINGREDIENTS: French Pilsner malt; French Strisselspalt hops; Lagered in Toasted French Oak.ABV: 5.0%IBU: N/AAVAILABILITY: 16 oz cans/draft (Limited)Stats above taken from the can/website/Untappd. Appearance A little chill haze out of the fridge, though boasting a gold-like yellow with a white, foamy head. Aroma Graininess meets a floral hop element. Taste Clean, with a bit of sweetness from the malt, with the floral hop profile continuing into a slate-like minerality. Mouthfeel Refreshing, mostly dry, and crisp, with foamy carbonation and light body. Overall I feel the world of pilsner is spreading out from the OGs of Czech and German, as we have seen Italian and West Coast come up as well. Because of the refreshing element, I definitely wouldn’t mind seeing some more of these on the market. Pairing-wise, I would go lighter with pairings due to the floral and other subtle elements; was feeling Loire-based aged goat cheese (Selles-sur-Cher and the like), a light and rustic sandwich or flatbread would be lovely with scallions or shallots. Thanks again to @scotchfullyyours AKA Doug Zeigler (Speakeasy Conversations, Mortal Content, The Cult Bar) for sharing! Cheers and remember: Life’s a tap…drink up ’til it’s dry. All music on this show came to us from the now defunct Music Alley.Intro: “Meet Me At The Bar” by The Beer Drinking FoolsOuttro: “Bubblegum and Beer” by The Supersuckers The post Episode # 450: Fur-Bearing Trout appeared first on Life On Tap.

Our seventh longer format interview from PCA 2026 is a Let's Get Pairing Episode recorded with Norm Hooten and Jonathan Carney of Hooten Young. In this segment, Tripp and Denis get into Norm's background in forming Hooten Young, the upcoming America 250 Reserve release, and an interactive pairing session.

Our seventh longer format interview from PCA 2026 is a Let's Get Pairing Episode recorded with Norm Hooten and Jonathan Carney of Hooten Young. In this segment, Tripp and Denis get into Norm's background in forming Hooten Young, the upcoming America 250 Reserve release, and an interactive pairing session.

Sanjana and Tyler open on a question that cuts across every romance subgenre: What does authenticity in world-building actually require, and when does getting it wrong take readers out of the story entirely? Sanj brings her Corn Laws knowledge and a therapist-in-training's eye; Tyler brings ten years of fashion editing and very strong opinions about brand-dropping. Then author and publisher Adriana Herrera joins to break down the Historical Trailblazers Romance Collection—the Kickstarter collaboration with Ali Hazelwood, the Fated Mates podcast, and Julia Whelan's Audiobrary to give five genre-defining historicals the special editions they deserve—and why mainstream publishing keeps selling historicals short. To close: Sanj and Tyler pitch their all-time summer reads and define what separates a summer book from an anytime book. On world-building authenticity: the fashion-brand problem, on-page therapy sessions, and why internal consistency matters more than strict historical accuracy. Adriana Herrera is the author of Las Leonas series and co-founder of AH² with Ali Hazelwood. The Historical Trailblazers Romance Collection features Butterfly Swords by Jeannie Lin, Magpie Lord by KJ Charles, Lord of Scoundrels by Loretta Chase, Indigo by Beverly Jenkins, and Dreaming of You by Lisa Kleypas. Summer read picks: The Pairing by Casey McQuiston (Tyler), The Art of Scandal by Regina Black (Sanjana), Never Been Shipped by Alicia Thompson (bonus!). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anisa convinces Paroma to watch Heart Pairing - a reality dating show with real, normal people, with some extremely sweet and romantic story line (restored Anisa's faith in romance!). She also contextualizes why Heart Pairing is better than a lot of other dating reality shows in the market. (Low on toxicity.)Leave us your COMMENTS here.Shows mentioned:Heart Pairing, Singles Inferno, Heart Signal, Love Is Blind.LEAVE US A REVIEW:Apple podcasts | Spotify | Audible!MORE EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:Episode: Year-End Yak (Part 1) - Dramaland trends and K-variety recommendations!NEWSLETTER:Join our email list for the monthly newsletter with podcast announcements and special episodes!PATRONS:SPECIAL THANK YOU to our beloved patrons for another year of helping us light the lanterns to sail our ship! Join it here!❤︎ You can MAJORLY support us by leaving a review on your podcast app, or sharing the episode with friends! ❤︎SOCIAL:Follow us on Instagram @dramasoverflowers_.Email us at dramasoverflowers@gmail.com.CREDITS:This episode was edited by Paroma.

Care of @scotchfullyyours, Dan pops an internationally-inspired Dark Lager from Zeroday Brewing and starts dreaming about barbecue. Zeroday Brewing Company Dark Lager STYLE: Dark LagerABV: 5.3%IBU: 21AVAILABILITY: 16 oz cans/draft (Limited)Stats above taken from the can/website/Untappd. Appearance Dark brown with a half-inch, foamy, tan head. Aroma Deep, dark caramel/burnt sugar with toasted bread/Maillard reaction notes plus herbal hops. Taste Caramel notes continue along with the toasted bread. Mouthfeel Fairly light on the palate with a medium body, soft carbonation, and fairly dry finish. Overall This was trending more Tmave for me, but totally approachable. Pairing-wise, those Maillard-reaction notes lead me to barbecue, leading towards pulled chicken or pork with some sweet sauce. Thanks again to @scotchfullyyours AKA Doug Zeigler (Speakeasy Conversations, Mortal Content, The Cult Bar) for sharing! Cheers and remember: Life’s a tap…drink up ’til it’s dry. All music on this show came to us from the now defunct Music Alley.Intro: “Meet Me At The Bar” by The Beer Drinking FoolsOuttro: “Bubblegum and Beer” by The Supersuckers The post Episode # 449: Zeroday Dark Lager appeared first on Life On Tap.

In this What's Working in Ag segment the Farm4Profit crew sits down with Corteva technical and fungicide specialists to discuss one of the biggest topics facing growers today: protecting yield in a tight-margin environment. The conversation focuses on how weed control, insects, and disease pressure all work together — and why cutting corners on crop protection can end up costing farmers far more in lost yield potential. Corteva experts Eric and Madison explain why starting clean with effective herbicide programs remains critical, especially as growers continue adapting to early soybean planting and evolving resistance challenges. The episode dives into: Why weed escapes create environments for insects and disease pressure How weeds compete for nutrients and rob yield potential Southern rust's major impact during the 2025 season Why fungicides continue to deliver ROI despite tighter farm margins Tar spot, gray leaf spot, northern corn leaf blight, and other disease concerns The importance of multiple herbicide modes of action How dry conditions impact herbicide performance Why pre-emerge programs still matter Fungicide timing strategies for 2026 Corteva's new fungicide timing solution launched at Commodity Classic The role AI and predictive analytics may play in disease management Pairing fungicides and insecticides for maximum field efficiency Why scouting remains one of the most important management tools The discussion also highlights Corteva's newest fungicide, Forcivo™, and how modern fungicide technology is being combined with predictive tools and Pioneer genetics to help growers better manage disease pressure and protect bushels. If you're making crop protection decisions for the 2026 season, this episode delivers practical insight on how to think through herbicides, fungicides, insects, and profitability in a challenging farm economy. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Care of @scotchfullyyours, Dan enjoyed a Skibsøl (“ship beer”), a light, smoked ale in the collaboration from West Kill, The Fountain. West Kill Brewing The Fountain STYLE: Historical Beer (Skibsøl)INGREDIENTS: Beechwood-smoked, rye, and chocolate maltABV: 3.8%IBU: N/AAVAILABILITY: 16 oz cans/draft (Limited)COLLABORATION: The Fountain, a novel by Casey ScieszkaStats above taken from the can/website/Untappd. Appearance Super dark brown with a fluffy, off-white head. Aroma Blend of ash and smoked meat, remeniscient of rauchbier. Taste Mixture of barbecued meat/Maillard reaction, ash, some spice, and some burning leaves on the retronasal. Mouthfeel Light on the palate, with a smooth carbonation and enveloping mouthfeel. Overall I really have developed a love of these lighter, smoked beer styles, and this (my first), will hopefully not be the last one of these “ship beers”. Pairing-wise, having this with jerky on a ship would make a lot of sense, though onshore, I would say smoked meat, hearty stews/soups, darker brats, and aged cheese. Thanks again to @scotchfullyyours AKA Doug Zeigler (Speakeasy Conversations, Mortal Content, The Cult Bar) for sharing! Cheers and remember: Life’s a tap…drink up ’til it’s dry. All music on this show came to us from the now defunct Music Alley.Intro: “Meet Me At The Bar” by The Beer Drinking FoolsOuttro: “Bubblegum and Beer” by The Supersuckers The post Episode # 448: The Fountain appeared first on Life On Tap.

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On this week's show we take our first look at the new batch of Ikea smart home products that support matter. Are they worth the money? We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: TCL RGB Mini-LED TV with up to 9,000 nits brightness now available AMC Wants To Start Airing Sports Programming to Fight Cord Cutting LG ELECTRONICS LAUNCHES 2026 QNED EVO MINI LED TV LINEUP Will micro-LED ever really replace OLED? Other: NBC Releases First Look at David Boreanaz in The Rockford Files Reboot Are the Low Cost Matter Compatible Devices From Ikea Worth It? On this week's show we take our first look at the new batch of Ikea smart home products that support matter. If you are in the Amazon, Apple, Google, Homey or Samsung ecosystem you can connect these devices directly to your home via matter.  These are some of the lowest cost devices we have seen and they come from a reputable vendor. So how do they work? To answer that, we put the Grillplats plug and two variations of the Bilresa Remote Control (Dual Button and Scroll Wheel) through a two week test. Here is what we found.  GRILLPLATS Plug ($7.99 at Ikea) What can we say? This is a solidly built matter plug for $8 that never misses.  What we like: Extremely affordable — one of the cheapest Matter-over-Thread smart plugs available. Energy monitoring — tracks power usage, voltage, current, and accumulated energy (great for automations like "notify when washer finishes"). Acts as a Thread repeater — helps strengthen and extend your smart home mesh network. Compact & sturdy design with manual on/off button. Easy setup via QR code. Fast, responsive control. What you should consider: Power limits — max 300W for motor loads (e.g., not ideal for fridges, dryers, or high-inductive appliances). Energy reporting through matter is not fully supported by all automation ecosystems. . Can be physically wide and block adjacent outlets on some power strips. Excellent value if you already have a Thread network and mainly need basic on/off control. It's a strong budget pick, but not perfect for heavy appliances. BILRESA remote control kit ($14.99 at Ikea) These dual-button remotes make it much easier to control your smart products. You can use them to turn devices on and off, dim lights, change colors, or activate groups and preset scenes. And at about $5 a piece they are the best value remote out there! What we like: extremely cheap — one of the most affordable Matter-over-Thread smart remotes available. Simple & intuitive — two clearly different buttons (with indentations) for quick on/off, scenes, dimming, or groups. Supports single press, double press, and long press (up to 6 actions total). Battery powered (2x AAA) — long life and easy to replace. Can be placed anywhere (magnetic back + adhesive metal plate for wall mounting). Compact and unobtrusive design — looks like a simple light switch on the wall. Responsive! Almost no delay from button push to device/scene activation. What you should consider: Setup can be finicky — pairing takes too long and fails requiring multiple attempts.Once device in the tree pack would not pair and said it was already in a home. Even a factory reset (done multiple times) would not fix this issue. After a call with Ikea Tech Support. A new three pack was sent out.  Limited feedback — a small status LED doesn't give much information. Fantastic budget remote if you want simple physical control for lights and scenes in a Matter smart home. Just be aware that two button actions are required to turn a light on and off. So if you are using it to control lights you may make a single press on the larger button turn a lamp on and a single press on the smaller button turn the lamp off. Hitting the first button does not toggle the state of the controlled device.   BILRESA remote control with Scroll Wheel ($9.99 at Ikea)  Use to turn smart products on/off, dim and change the color of light sources, or operate a group or preset scenes. With this controller you get three sets of buttons which are indicated by a small LED. Each set has a single, double, and long press. In addition there is a scroll wheel that is supposed to dim lights. The dimmer did not work with homekit over matter but even if it did the action is difficult to uses since the wheel is slick and slippery. Moving between groups is cumbersome as well. You have to wake up the device to see which group you are currently on. Or just dive in and see what happens! What we like: Cheap! Versatile controls — Scroll wheel for dimming/brightness or color temp/RGB adjustments (if you can get the wheel to scroll). Up to 9 programmable inputs. Compact and portable — Small (about 2.75" x 2" x 1"), easy to hold or mount on walls/fridges.  What you should consider: Scroll wheel feel and usability issues — Slippery, hard to rotate (especially on a table), wobbly, or lacking grip/texture.  Ecosystem limitations — Wheel functionality is poorly supported in some platforms like Apple HomeKit and Google Home.  Setup and documentation frustrations — Pairing can be tricky  Great concept and price but we recommend waiting for firmware fixes and broader Matter support. Consider the simpler dual-button BILRESA version. 

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In this bonus episode, host David Nilsen talks about the most versatile craft beer styles to have on hand for pairing with craft chocolate. He explains why each style is so versatile and recommends types of craft chocolate to pair with each, and provides some information on how to host a pairing at home.You can read David's blog post on this same topic here.You can learn more about how to host a successful beer and chocolate pairing at home in this bonus episode or this blog post.Check out David's book Pairing Beer & Chocolate: A Guide to Bringing the Flavors of Craft Beer and Craft Chocolate Together.Follow Bean to Barstool on social media!InstagramFacebookPinterestSign up for host David Nilsen's beer newsletter for regular beer musings, and the Bean to Barstool newsletter for pairings, collaborations, and maker profiles.

Connect with Rohit Punyani: https://ownersasset.com/resource-libraryBook a call: https://remnantfinance.com/calendar Out Print the Fed with a 1% target per week: https://remnantfinance.com/optionsEmail us at info@remnantfinance.com or visit https://remnantfinance.com for more informationFOLLOW REMNANT FINANCEYoutube: @RemnantFinance (https://www.youtube.com/@RemnantFinance)Facebook: @remnantfinance (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560694316588)Twitter: @remnantfinance (https://x.com/remnantfinance)TikTok: @RemnantFinanceDon't forget to hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBE_____________________________In this episode, Hans is joined by Rohit Punyani, co-founder of The Owner's Asset and a former Wall Street CIO who oversaw $4 billion at a multi-family office and community bank. After 20+ years in financial services starting as a large-cap stock picker, moving into wealth management at Wilmington Trust, and ultimately running money for hundred-millionaires and billionaires—Rohit fell in love with whole life insurance. Now he's built a firm dedicated to helping small business owners buy whole life with pre-tax dollars through cash balance plans.Chapters: 00:00 – Opening segment 01:50 – Rohit's background: from $2B mutual fund to multi-family office CIO 04:30 – How the wealthiest clients actually think (structure over IRR) 06:00 – Why affluent families pushed Rohit toward whole life 08:35 – The five pillars of wealth (and why investments rank third) 09:05 – Overcoming bias: how a Wall Street guy learned to love whole life 13:30 – Banking function: sourcing capital and the limits of margin loans 17:50 – Asset vs. liability: how to think about policy loan repayment 22:35 – Introducing cash balance plans: the 96% cousin of the 401(k) 25:25 – The four major differences between 401(k)s and cash balance plans 26:25 – Contribution limits: putting away up to $400K per year 28:45 – The three-to-five year commitment requirement 33:15 – Who's the ideal candidate (quarterly estimated tax payers) 38:00 – Why you can't use a PUA rider in a cash balance plan 42:25 – The "synthetic PUA": getting Uncle Sam to fund your policy 51:25 – The optionality argument: why this beats chasing rate of return 55:15 – Enhanced ERISA creditor protection inside the plan 58:55 – Building self-escrow systems for retirement 01:03:55 – Wholesale vs. retail pricing on whole life premium 01:06:25 – The distribution mechanics: pulling life insurance out of the plan 01:21:35 – Converting term insurance into a cash balance plan policy 01:24:35 – Asset allocation rules: the 40% life insurance cap 01:31:30 – The 5% corridor: why the IRS caps your returns 01:33:30 – The 50% excise tax on overfunded plans 01:39:55 – Whole life as the "high ground" in your portfolio 01:43:15 – Statement wealth vs. contractual wealth 01:53:55 – Pairing annuities with whole life inside the plan 02:00:00 – Rohit's personal retirement plan 02:06:35 – Designing your 401(k) as your pension (not "on steroids") 02:11:00 – Closing segment Key Takeaways:The wealthy don't worship at the altar of IRR. After running money for hundred-millionaires and billionaires, Rohit learned that affluent clients optimize for structure, behavior, and optionality before they optimize for return. TThe "synthetic PUA" reframes everything for IBC practitioners. You can't use a PUA rider inside a cash balance plan, which might make IBC enthusiasts dismiss it immediately. But think of the tax deduction itself as a synthetic PUA. .Wholesale pricing changes the math entirely. To pay $100,000 of premium with after-tax dollars, you have to earn roughly $140,000 to $150,000 depending on your state. The distribution arbitrage is the cherry on top. When you pull a $1 million policy out of the plan, you owe taxes just like an IRA distribution. But unlike an IRA, the custodian cannot withhold from the policy itself.

A round-up of the main headlines in Sweden on May 6th 2026. You can hear more reports on our homepage www.radiosweden.se, or in the app Sveriges Radio. Presenter/producer: Kris Boswell.

Andrew Blazenko has made 6 acquisitions over the last ten years. Pairing businesses with operators is key to his model.Topics in Andrew's interview:Background as a business brokerWanted the exit joy for himselfDanger of low barrier to entryFinding great operators to run his businessesBusiness acquisition requires repsExecutive in Residence programRequiring operators to invest in the businessDifficulty of raising equity in CanadaShipping costs as a natural moatLiving as a “gentleman of leisure” References and how to contact Andrew:LinkedInProSafeEterna EquityTrueFoamThe ecosystem for serious acquisition entrepreneurs—education, capital, community, and post-close support to buy and grow a business:The Acquisition LabGet a complimentary IT audit for acquisition diligence or post-close transition.Visit inzotechnologies.com/eta.Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):Book a call with Tim or hello@systemsix.com and mention Acquiring MindsConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron

"Scorpio Full Moon: On the Verge of Tears or Rage" conversation with Embodied Astrology Martial Artist Kendra Smith   You don't want to miss this convo!  On this Scorpio Full Moon episode of Cosmic Cousins, we are joined in conversation with Kendra Smith, a Scorpio kickboxer, stuntwoman, celebrity trainer, former WWE pro-wrestler, and founder of Forge Studio in Los Angeles. With over 16 years of training under 8-time World Champion Peter “Sugarfoot” Cunningham, her work bridges performance, athleticism, and empowerment. Kendra and I first met through Heidi Rose Robbins' astrology retreats, where we've both shown up as participants and co-facilitators—sharing a devotion and love of embodied, heart-centered practice.    Kendra shares her groundbreaking new offering, Lunar League—a fusion of astrology and martial arts that invites participants to embody their astrology through movement. Pairing each zodiac sign with a martial art (Kendra's Big 3:  Scorpio (Ninjutsu), Leo (Muay Thai), and Libra (Wing Chun), Kendra's work transforms astrology into a somatic, lived experience. Together, we explore how movement becomes a portal for emotional release, resilience, and personal myth-making, especially in times of intensity and change. Then we close our conversation, with me guiding Kendra through a intuitive stream-of-consciousness journey into the realm of Scorpio.  We receive a visit from a dolphin, Scorpio Bob Ross, and the Page of Cups from Lindsay Mack's new tarot deck, Soul Tarot.   New Offering – Sedna Workshop Download Sedna Workshop Download — The Ocean Beyond Betrayal is a deep, immersive offering exploring Sedna as both a distant trans-Neptunian body and a sea goddess whose mythology speaks to betrayal, survival, and profound transformation. This workshop invites you to work with Sedna as an archetype of exile becoming power—guiding you into psychic depth, intuitive awakening, and the reclamation of voice. You'll receive a 90-minute audio transmission, a rich PDF with tarot spreads, reflection prompts, and chart examples, along with somatic practices, ritual guidance, altar creation, and a curated mixtape to embody Sedna's emotional landscape. Timed with Sedna's recent movement into Gemini—alongside Uranus and the Pleiades—this offering explores a collective moment where silenced stories rise and communication becomes a site of healing. With care and awareness, we also honor Sedna's Indigenous origins, reflecting on what it means to engage her story respectfully within modern astrology, and how her archetype speaks to themes of colonozation. Now open for enrollment on the Scorpio Full Moon (May 1, 2026) and delivered on the Taurus New Moon (May 16, 2026), this is a body of work designed to support you in navigating transformation, truth, and embodied wisdom for years to come. New Offering – Cosmic Mix Tape The Cosmic Mix Tape is officially here. A personalized astro birth chart reading woven with music, where your chart becomes a living soundtrack you can feel, return to, and embody.   Cosmic Cousins Links Newsletter Mentorship Deep Dive Astrology Readings Tarot Soul Journey  Cosmic Mix Tape Cosmic Cousins Substack Instagram Intro & Outro Music by:  Felix III

Today's guests are #1 high-level ICF-trained (top 2% of coaches) Jamie Slingerland, MCC and Ruthie Perez Slingerland, MCC married coaches, Enneagram mentors, and business partners who, brick by brick, have built a healthy communication pattern across years, even with opposite though both joyful personalities. Listen as we chat with Jamie and Ruthie Slingerland (7-9 pairing), and what happened when and why their previous dynamic finally had to change, and what it took to find a healthy voice for both of them. If you've been living in a similar dynamic, but haven't had words for it yet, or you'd like to learn more about becoming an ICF coach under their academy, this episode is for you! ⁠ Watch on YouTube!⁠ ⁠Find Jamie and Ruthie's Coaching Academy for an ICF Credential here⁠: www.CatalystCoachAcademy.com To get coaching with Jamie or Ruthie, visit⁠ www.FreedomLifeJourney.com⁠ Find more about your type, the pod, freebies, and SO much more at our website right here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.EnneagramandMarriage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Love what you're learning on E + M? Make sure you leave us a podcast review so others can find us, too⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Christa's Best-Selling Book, The Enneagram in Marriage, here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/df8SxVx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11am - Zach Jones and Derek Kramer discuss the 3rd line pairing for the Sabres and who will score tonight

“You'll see some guy run a Slayer track at Emma Wood and you're like WTF. The music has to match the energy of the surfing. The energy of the music has to lay just below the surfing. It has to lift it up, not eclipse it.” As far as tastemakers go, no one's warped surfing's Spotify playlist quite like Dane. In this episode of Stab Mic: we learn da rules (loose). Pairing. Energy matching. Matt Biolos' rockstar licensing loophole. And whether Chief Keef or 21 Savage belong in surf edits. Our guest this week is Timo Simmers. Former and Sun Bum-sponsored surfer, who speaks to: Scoring the best waves of his life as a 16-YO on Surfline's Maps to Nowhere trip. How hard Caity charges and her meteoric, but hardly surprising, rise to World Champ. How young people consume surf media. Why he was surprised the Chpt 11 squad were “nice and normal”, not emos. Machete wars at Stab High. Sharp Eyes.  And other topics… like Jordy selling his yellow jerseys for cold hard cash.

Christa sits down with Dr. Dan Allender and Dr. Steve Call, longtime therapists, professors, relationship theorists and practitioners, and authors of The Deep-Rooted Marriage: Cultivating Intimacy, Healing, and Delight, for a powerful conversation about trauma-informed couples therapy through the lens of The Narrative Focused Trauma Care® (NFTC) Model Dan Allender created. Here in this juicy and deep diving episode, Dan and Steve explain how the stories of our past drift into the present and create friction in our marriages - and why not stuffing the stories, but understanding those stories is the key to transformation. They break down why we fight the way we fight, how to address past trauma with courage and compassion, and how to disrupt cycles of conflict based on shame, judgment, and resentment, even those in place since childhood. With over 70 years of combined therapeutic experience, Dan and Steve offer hope that marriage can be more than just "getting along" - it can be a place of healing, intimacy, and genuine delight - their truest motivation for sharing with us. If you're stuck in repeating patterns, wondering why the same fights keep happening, or looking for a way to write a new story for your marriage, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. Watch on YouTube!! Find Steve and Dan's work on Narrative Focused Trauma Care at Allender Center here! https://theallendercenter.org/about/nftc/ Find Steve and Lisa's couples intensive work at the Reconnect Institute here! https://www.thereconnectinstitute.com/ Find the book, Deep-Rooted Marriage here! https://online.theallendercenter.org/courses/growing-in-marriage-series?coupon=GROWING30 Find the $99 course mentioned on the pod here! Use the code enneagram30 if the discount does not appear! https://online.theallendercenter.org/courses/growing-in-marriage-series?coupon=GROWING30 Find more about your type, the pod, freebies, and SO much more at our website right here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.EnneagramandMarriage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Love what you're learning on E + M? Make sure you leave us a podcast review so others can find us, too⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Christa's Best-Selling Book, The Enneagram in Marriage, here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/df8SxVx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Topps Chrome Football is here.And the hobby is already moving fast.We break down what we're seeing in real time. The hype. The pricing. The decisions collectors are making before the dust settles.A Jaxson Dart auto out of /275 sparks a $2K debate. What does that say about where we are right now?We talk through: Why Topps Chrome is built for attention  How Fanatics is changing promotion and demand  What early sales are telling us about collector behavior  The difference between ripping for experience and chasing outcomes We also go deep on: The best and worst years of Topps Chrome Football  Why 2015 might be the worst product ever made  How collectors should think after getting “skunked”  When a card pulls you outside your collecting lane And we close with a new segment:Pairing players with music catalogs.Because collecting is about connection.Not just cardboard.If you're feeling the pull of a new release…This episode will help you slow down and think before you act.Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of Stacking SlabsFollow The Football Card Podcast on Instagram for memes and stuff.Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast PatreonSign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for freeFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | TiktokFollow Pack: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their favorite potential fits in the 2026 NFL Draft. - (00:00) Intro (1:02) WR KC Concepcion (5:10) WR Brenen Thompson (8:08) WR Omar Cooper Jr (10:37) LB Anthony Hill Jr (13:46) CB Chris Johnson (16:13) CB Avieon Terrell (19:12) DT Domonique Orange (21:28) C Sam Hecht (24:08) WR De'Zhaun Stribling (27:46) TE Eli Stowers Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we dove deep into the evolving WNBA free-agent landscape and how major moves are reshaping the league. We opened by highlighting historic milestones, including Jackie Young becoming the first WNBA player to secure a $1 million deal, signaling a major shift in player value and league economics. We then broke down one of the biggest shake-ups in the league: Angel Reese being traded to the Atlanta Dream. Pairing her with the dominant backcourt presence of Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard instantly elevates Atlanta into legitimate championship contender status. We discussed how Reese's rebounding, toughness, and energy could be the missing piece that pushes the Dream over the top. On the flip side, the Chicago Sky made strong moves to replenish their roster, signing veteran guard Skylar Diggins-Smith and versatile forward Azurá Stevens, while also trading for rising star Rickea Jackson. We analyzed how this retooling keeps Chicago competitive while building toward long-term success. We also highlighted the aggressive approach of the expansion franchise Toronto Fire, who made waves in free agency by assembling the first-ever WNBA million-dollar backcourt with Marina Mabrey and Brittney Sykes, while adding dominant center Shakira Austin (if the Washington Mystics doesn't match the offer). We discussed how Toronto is setting the tone early and positioning itself as a team that could compete sooner than expected. Transitioning into the NBA segment, we shifted focus to our First Round Playoff Predictions, breaking down each matchup with bold takes and in-depth analysis. We discussed powerhouse teams like the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets, questioning whether their regular-season dominance will translate into postseason success. We also highlighted key player matchups that could decide series, while identifying potential upset teams that could shake up the bracket. To close, we gave our official series predictions, discussed X-factors, and identified players under the most pressure heading into the playoffs. This episode blends the historic WNBA free-agent movement with NBA playoff intensity, making it a must-listen for basketball fans. Follow us on all social media platforms @Blogaccess1on1, and subscribe, comment, and like our YouTube channel by searching Blogaccess1on1.

Book Your Spot To Join The Live Scaling Workshop In Las Vegas: https://www.acquisition.com/o-vegasIn the past 12 months, Alex Hormozi's social media exploded with 3 billion impressions and 4.5 million new subscribers, setting the stage for a record-breaking $105 million in sales for his books in one weekend. But how did he achieve this? Branding. In this episode, Alex breaks down his approach to creating an influential brand online, including leveraging emotional connections and associating a business with positive outcomes that resonate with the target customer.In this episode00:00 What is branding and why does it matter?06:30 The difference between advertising and branding11:03 How good branding makes money13:58 Pairing a brand with the ideal customers' interests20:53 Bouquet framework for growing your brand26:19 Leveraging positive product experiences28:24 Three measures for brand strength32:43 Dealing with the risks of new brand pairingsMore Value:Download your free personalized $100M scaling roadmap in under 30 seconds: https://www.acquisition.com/roadmap?el=yt-alex-486r&htrafficsource=youtubeJoin The Live Scaling Workshop In Las Vegas: https://www.acquisition.com/o-vegasDiscover The Easiest Business I Can Help You Start (Free Trial): https://www.skool.com/hormoziFree Books and Video Courses: https://www.acquisition.com/trainingGet the $100M Book Bundle: https://shop.acquisition.com/pages/100m-book-bundleFollow Alex Hormozi's Socials:⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube ⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Acquisition ⁠