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Kat teaches us why meaningful friendships and genuine community have become one of the most valuable assets a food blogger can build. Kat Duncan is the CEO of Honeycomb Media, a women-owned and operated marketing agency that works primarily with food bloggers. She started at Honeycomb in 2020 as a copywriter, later moving into account management, onboarding, and operations before stepping into her current role leading the team. Passionate about marketing and social media from a young age, Kat has spent the past five years helping bloggers grow their online presence. Under her leadership, Honeycomb Media has become especially strong at driving organic traffic for food bloggers. Success in food blogging is about more than SEO and traffic. Kat explains why strong relationships create better businesses, reduce isolation, encourage collaboration, and provide the support every blogger needs to navigate an industry that continues to evolve. Key Topics Discussed: - Build intentional friendships within the blogging community. - Prioritize in person connection whenever possible. - Share knowledge instead of guarding it. - Invest time in nurturing your relationships. - Have the courage to reach out first. - Community creates resilience during industry change. Connect with Kat Duncan Website | Instagram

— What if one of the most powerful tools for improving your health was already at your fingertips? In this episode, we explore the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence and personal well-being through the themes of Better Health with AI: Your Roadmap to Results with Dr. Earl Campazzi. As AI rapidly transforms the way we live and work, it is also changing how we understand, monitor, and care for our health. Dr. Earl discuss how emerging technologies—from wearable devices and health apps to genetic insights and AI-powered analysis—can help us move from reactive healthcare to proactive wellness. How can we detect health risks earlier? Make more personalized decisions about nutrition, exercise, and longevity? And how do we use these tools wisely while remaining aware of their limitations? Join us for an insightful conversation about the future of preventive medicine, the promise and pitfalls of AI, and how technology can empower us to take a more active role in creating healthier, longer, and more vibrant lives. Valeria sits with Dr. Earl J. Campazzi, Jr — He is the author of  "Better Health with AI: Your Roadmap to Results." Dr. Earl J. Campazzi, Jr., brings over 35 years of clinical experience and four board certifications to his Palm Beach Concierge Practice, bridging traditional medicine with modern technology. A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, he also holds three degrees from Johns Hopkins University—including a Master of Public Health from the School of Hygiene and Public Health—and an MBA from Duke University. Dr. Campazzi's distinguished career includes serving as Senior Associate Consultant at the Mayo Clinic, Chief Resident in Preventive Medicine at Johns Hopkins, and Medical Director for Palm Beach County's Occupational Health Clinic. As founder of Island Medical Care, he has practiced concierge medicine in Palm Beach since 2006, earning national recognition such as HCA's Top Physician for Patient Satisfaction award, while maintaining staff privileges at leading hospitals including Cleveland Clinic Florida. Passionate about making artificial intelligence accessible to everyone—even those who aren't "tech people"—Dr. Campazzi helps families use simple, practical tools to live longer, healthier lives. Learn more about Dr. Earl J. Campazzi, Jr and his work!

The property market is shifting rapidly under regulatory and economic pressures, moving towards a buyer's market. If you are a landlord struggling to sell or worried about the changing tax laws, dropping your price isn't your only option. In this show, discover Simon's creative alternatives designed to help you maximise your returns. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Tide has Turned: An influx of landlords exiting the market due to regulatory pressures and upcoming tax changes has flipped the landscape into a buyer's market. Price Cuts Aren't Mandatory: Relying solely on estate agents often forces price reductions, whereas alternative methods allow you to protect your property's value. Unlock the Power of Options: A Purchase Lease Option (PLO) allows you to secure today's full market value while deferring the actual completion to a future date. Become the Bank: Vendor finance lets you step into the role of the lender, enabling a faster sale at your desired price while potentially generating ongoing revenue. BEST MOMENTS "Lots of landlords are currently selling. Something like 247,000 landlords were looking to sell their property in the last 12 months up to March 2026"  "If you're with an agent, all they can do is bring the price down. But there are some other things you can do instead."  "You get to sell the property at today's full market price, and you get rental income over the next five years with a lot less hassle."  "Basically, with vendor finance, you become the bank for the seller. You get to sell at the price you want." VALUABLE RESOURCES To learn how to sell your property at full price instead of discounted join the live training here: https://tinyurl.com/yk9crh7u To find your local pin meeting visit: ⁠www.PinMeeting.co.uk⁠ and use voucher code PODCAST to attend you first meeting as Simon's guest (instead of paying the normal £20). Contact and follow Simon here: Facebook: ⁠http://www.facebook.com/OfficialSimonZutshi⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonzutshi/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/SimonZutshiOfficial⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/simonzutshi⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/simonzutshi/⁠ Simon Zutshi, experienced investor, successful entrepreneur and best-selling author, is widely recognised as one of the top wealth creation strategists in the UK. Having started to invest in property in 1995 and went on to become financially independent by the age of 32. Passionate about sharing his experience, Simon founded the property investor's network (pin) in 2003 ⁠www.pinmeeting.co.uk⁠   pin has since grown to become the largest property networking organisation in the UK, with monthly meetings in 50 cities, designed specifically to provide a supportive, educational and inspirational environment for people like you to network with and learn from other successful investors. Since 2003, Simon has taught thousands of entrepreneurs and business owners how to successfully invest in a tax-efficient way.  How to create additional streams of income, give them more time to do the things they want to do and build their long-term wealth. Simon's book “Property Magic” which is now in its sixth edition, became an instant hit when first released in 2008 and remains an Amazon No 1 best-selling property book. Simon launched his latest business, ⁠www.CrowdProperty.com⁠, in 2014, which is an FCA Regulated peer to peer lending platform to facilitate loans between private individuals and property professionals. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

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This week, we're revisiting a favourite from the archives, recorded back when this podcast was still called Global Ed Leaders. Shane sits down with Tom Sherrington, the former headteacher turned writer, speaker and co-author of the Teaching WalkThrus series, to trace how he built one of the biggest audiences in education from a single WordPress blog in 2012. Tom explains why he never planned any of it, how a joke Twitter handle became his brand for years, and why he still presses publish every time expecting nobody to read it.You'll hear why Tom believes the best blog posts are the honest ones, including the post about his own OFSTED experience that cost him one speaking invitation and won him another. Tom shares his view on why anonymous social media accounts don't deserve a reply, why he refuses to criticise a school from the outside, and what he'd tell a school leader starting out today. If you've ever wondered whether putting your voice out there is worth the risk, this conversation will change how you think about it.Resources & Links Mentioned:Tom Sherrington's blog, teacherhead.comTeaching WalkThrus, with Oliver CaviglioliEpisode PartnersInternational Curriculum AssociationSisiJoin Shane's Intensive Leadership Programme at educationleaders.co/intensiveShane Leaning, an organisational coach based in Shanghai, supports school leaders globally. Passionate about empowment, he is the author of the best-selling 'Change Starts Here.' Shane is a leading educational voice in the UK, Asia and around the world.You can find Shane on LinkedIn and Bluesky. or shaneleaning.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles Spicer recounts how, in December 1934, Ernest Tennant, a businessman scarred by the horrors of the Great War, dined with Adolf Hitler and Joachim von Ribbentrop at the Reich Chancellery. At the time, Ribbentrop was a passionate Anglophile, and Tennant's goal was to foster cooperation to prevent another continental conflict. Disappointed by the British government's initial disdain for the "vulgar" Nazi regime, Tennant partnered with the brilliant scholar Philip Conwell-Evans and the aristocratic Lord Lothian to form the Anglo-German Fellowship. This organization aimed to build cultural and political bridges between London and Berlin during a period of deep historical trauma. (1)1914

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Mirco Gerling: The Hydra Product Owner and the PO Who Made Trust Possible Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. The Great Product Owner: Precision That Builds Team Trust Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "He always had an answer, or if he didn't have the answer, he tried to ask the clients, the users, the stakeholders." - Mirco Gerling   In pharmaceutical software, the wrong dose can kill someone. So when Mirco worked with a PO in that domain, precision wasn't a virtue — it was a survival requirement. The PO wrote meticulous user stories in classic "As a user, I want… so that…" format with very good acceptance criteria. The developers always knew what done meant. And when, mid-sprint, the team spotted a gap — "Is 80% tolerance of 100% or 80% of all?" — the PO was there, asking the right people, refining or splitting the story, never letting ambiguity ship. Even when half the team was out sick in winter, the remaining developers could deliver because the user stories were clear enough to stand on their own. Stories linked to automated tests. Each acceptance criterion traceable to the test that proved it. The result: a team that trusted their PO. As Mirco puts it, that trust came from one thing — the PO had already done the work needed to help the team understand what to do and how they'd know it was done.   Self-reflection Question: What's the level of precision in your team's user stories signaling to your developers about how much you trust them — and how much you've prepared for them? The Bad Product Owner: The Hydra PO with Seven Heads Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "If the developers had questions, the people said: 'it's not my ticket, it's not my story.'" - Mirco Gerling   Five Scrum teams. One Product Owner. Seven requirements engineers writing user stories alongside. Eight people doing the work of product ownership — and nobody owning any of it. Developers learned quickly that asking a question meant being bounced from one requirements engineer to another. "It's not my ticket." The eight-person PO group split into two sub-teams who, when they spoke about each other, used "you" and "they" instead of "we." Decisions made in week one collided with decisions made in week three. Mirco's intervention: treat the PO group like a Scrum team. Eight people is a team-sized group. Run retrospectives with them. Get them communicating as a unit instead of as parallel individuals. The one anchor that kept things from completely falling apart was the single PO at the top, who could still say "this feature we need at the end of the year, the other can wait." Without unified prioritization, the hydra has no direction — just seven heads pulling in seven ways.   Self-reflection Question: Where in your product organization are decision-makers proliferating without a shared mandate — and what's the cost in clarity for the teams downstream?   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

What makes someone run towards places most people are desperate to escape?Long before Ravi Singh became one of Britain's most remarkable humanitarian figures, he was a child caught between worlds: born in Singapore, raised in a Punjabi village, and brought to Britain at 11, where he encountered racism, loss and dislocation almost as soon as he arrived. Years later, he would go on to found Khalsa Aid, the international relief organisation known for delivering aid in some of the most dangerous and devastated places on earth.In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O'Brien sits down with Ravi to trace the experiences that shaped his lifelong commitment to service - from a childhood marked by community, faith and hardship, to the moment he realised that compassion could become a form of action in the face of injustice.Ravi reflects on growing up in a village shared by Sikh, Muslim and Hindu families, losing his father at a young age, and arriving in Britain unable to speak English, where he was confronted almost immediately by racism and exclusion. He describes the values instilled by his mother, the discipline and belonging he found in the Air Cadets, and the personal and political awakening that followed news of atrocities in Punjab.They discuss faith, identity and activism; the Sikh principles of seva and Sarbat Da Bhala; the founding of Khalsa Aid during the Kosovo crisis; and what it means to deliver practical help in places devastated by war, displacement and disaster - from Iraq and Syria to Somerset and Slough.Passionate, reflective and deeply moving, this is a conversation about loss, service, solidarity and the moral courage required to see other people's suffering as your own.Find out more about Khalsa Aid here Full Disclosure is a Global ProductionListen or watch every Friday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

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What if one of the most powerful tools for improving your health is something you do more than 20,000 times a day? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sachin Patel, a leading voice in functional medicine, to explore why breathing is far more than a survival mechanism. Together, we discuss how the way we breathe influences the brain, nervous system, metabolism, sleep, emotional resilience, and overall health, making breathwork one of the most accessible yet overlooked tools in modern healthcare. We dive into the science of nose versus mouth breathing, the connection between breath and the autonomic nervous system, and why proper breathing can support immune function, stress regulation, and restorative sleep. Dr. Patel also shares practical strategies for improving breathing patterns and explains why he believes the breath is the "lead domino" that can positively influence nearly every system in the body. If you're looking for a simple, science-backed way to improve your health, reduce stress, and optimize the way your body functions through better breathing, this conversation is a must-listen. Key takeaways: Discover how nose breathing helps regulate air quality and enhance lung microbiomes while mouth breathing can contribute to health issues like anxiety, cavities, and sleep disruptions. Effective breathing practices can shift the autonomic nervous system, enabling the body to enter a parasympathetic state for healing. Mouth taping at night and breathing exercises can significantly enhance sleep quality, metabolic function, and reduce anxiety. The simplicity of breathwork makes it a highly accessible yet powerful tool for anyone looking to improve their health. The Breathing Belt is introduced as a tool to strengthen the diaphragm and boost overall respiratory efficiency. More About Dr. Sachin Patel: Dr. Sachin Patel is a functional medicine practitioner, speaker, author, and founder of The Living Proof Institute, where he pioneered a precision, patient-centered approach to healthcare. Passionate about transforming the future of medicine, he has trained hundreds of practitioners worldwide through his Perfect Practice Mentorship Program, empowering them to deliver personalized, accessible care to their communities. Known for his philosophy that "the doctor of the future is the patient," Dr. Patel helps people activate their body's innate healing capacity through lifestyle medicine, breathwork, and conscious living. Through his teaching, coaching, and advocacy, he continues to bridge the gap between modern healthcare and self-empowered wellness, inspiring both patients and practitioners to rethink what's possible for long-term health. Website Instagram Facebook The Living Reset Consultation Connect with me! Website Instagram Facebook YouTube

Del Bigtree, founder and CEO of the Informed Consent Action Network and host of The HighWire, joins Hearts of Oak. He shares with us how The HighWire was created as an experiment in media that presents conversations without heavy pre-interview preparation or editing.  Del discusses his background as a television producer and the process of building ICAN, which reviews vaccine trial data and has filed numerous lawsuits against U.S. government agencies. He reflects on interviews with Andrew Wakefield and attorney Aaron Siri, and addresses the difference between reporting and taking direct action when needed. The conversation also covers Del's approach to decision-making, which he connects to intuition, prayer, and a sense of humility, as well as his observations on public debate and his involvement with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Del Bigtree is an Emmy-winning television producer, filmmaker, and leading advocate for medical freedom and informed consent. A former producer for the CBS daytime hit The Doctors, he transitioned to independent journalism and filmmaking after becoming concerned about pharmaceutical influence and vaccine safety.  He produced the groundbreaking 2016 documentary Vaxxed: From Cover-Up to Catastrophe, which sparked global conversations on transparency in public health.  As host of the popular weekly program The HighWire, he reaches millions with investigative reporting on health policy, science, and individual rights.  Del serves as CEO of the Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN), a nonprofit dedicated to holding government agencies accountable through FOIA requests, litigation, and advocacy.  He also served as Communications Director for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s 2024 presidential campaign and continues advancing the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) initiative.  Passionate, articulate, and unafraid to challenge mainstream narratives, Del Bigtree is a powerful voice for parental choice, scientific integrity, and health sovereignty. Connect with Del and The HighWire... X                                 @delbigtree  https://x.com/delbigtree                                    @HighWireTalk  https://x.com/HighWireTalk WEBSITE                    https://thehighwire.com/ Connect with Hearts of Oak…

What does it take to market a product in one of the world's most competitive consumer tech categories?In this episode of The Raygacy Show, I sit down with Emma Wan, Marketing Lead for Anker and Soundcore, to uncover the strategy, creativity, and human stories behind the launch of the Soundcore Liberty 5.Beyond discussing features, Emma shares how great marketing isn't about being the loudest voice in the room—it's about creating meaningful experiences that customers remember.We also take a deep dive into the engineering behind the Liberty 5, including:

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Mirco Gerling: The Silence Test — How to Know Your Team Doesn't Need You Anymore Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "Don't talk too much. And only talk if it's necessary." - Mirco Gerling   For Mirco, success as a Scrum Master starts with a simple rule he had to fight for: don't try to be someone else. Early in his career, when people kept saying "Mirco, you decide, you're the Scrum Master," he had to do the hard work of pushing back — "no, we decide together." That instinct shapes his whole definition of success. Be authentic. Wait before you speak. Ask before you instruct. And when a discussion stalls, sit with the silence — because in most cases, someone in the team has a better idea than you do. The cleanest test of whether a team is truly self-managing? Disappear. When Mirco took two months of parental leave, his team kept running every Scrum event without him. That's the signal. If you stop sending the sprint review invite, stop preparing the retrospective, stop nudging — and the team picks it up because they own it — your work is showing.   Self-reflection Question: What's one thing you currently do for your team that you suspect they would do themselves if you simply stopped doing it? Featured Retrospective Format for the Week: 1-2-4-All from Liberating Structures Mirco's universal tool is Liberating Structures, and within that toolbox, 1-2-4-All is his go-to. The pitch: "involve everybody, especially in large groups. And there's nearly no preparation needed." His proof point — facilitating a retrospective for 60 people at the Agile by Nature bar camp in just 20 minutes. The format scales from a team of five to a room of sixty without changing its shape: one minute alone, two minutes in pairs, four minutes in small groups, then a share-back with the whole group. During a 30°C COVID summer in Hamburg, Mirco even ran retros walking outdoors with his team — station to station, down to the lake for ice cream, then back. "It was a very good and constructive retrospective." The lesson: the right structure makes you portable.   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

Mirco Gerling: Two Teams, One Sprint Cadence — The Hidden Cost of Synchronization Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "The teams need to understand the advantage of the synchronization — but will they?" - Mirco Gerling   Two of Mirco's teams just got merged into one — and the brand-new, fused team is now part of a 10+ team organization trying to move from loose-coupled chaos to a standard process. Different sprint lengths. Different estimation methods. Different ticketing tools. The plan: align everyone to 4-week sprints, hold a global planning week every three months, and synchronize start and end dates across all teams. Mirco voted for 2-week sprints. The majority went with 4. And then the side effects started. Sprint reviews stack up on the same days, making it impossible for Scrum Masters to facilitate them all. Teams synchronize on paper, but interact organically across the four weeks anyway, so the cadence advantage doesn't materialize. And the merged team itself? Pushed back through Tuckman's stages by the merge — the Tuckman model reminded Mirco that "adjourning" is real, and a high-performing team starts over when its membership changes. Mirco's experiment: let faster-moving teams run two 2-week sprints inside the 4-week window, keeping organizational sync while restoring their own learning rhythm.   Self-reflection Question: Where in your organization is process standardization being mistaken for actual alignment — and what would it cost you to separate the two?   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

You know what happens right before you do something new — have a conversation you've never had before, make an offer, raise your price, put something out into the world. Before the thing has even happened, your brain gets to work playing out every version of how it could go: what if they say no, what if they have an objection, what if no one signs up, what if it doesn't go the way I planned.And it feels productive — like if you could just think through every scenario in advance, you'd walk in prepared for anything. But that's not preparation. That's the what-ifs — and they're one of the sneakiest ways we hold ourselves back from actually doing the thing.In this episode I'm getting into why we spiral like this anytime we're about to do something that feels new, risky, high-stakes, or vulnerable. As human beings, we want to KNOW — we want to know how it's going to go, we want to be in control of every step, and we've decided that success means things going exactly according to plan... which is just not possible.This came up recently with my clients inside the Passionate & Prosperous Academy around sales calls — what if they say no to the price, what if they ask for the number before I've even had the real conversation — and it's the same thing that shows up at every phase and stage of business and life, no matter how experienced you are.What I get into is the difference between the what-ifs you can actually build a contingency plan for and the ones you simply cannot know the answer to until they're happening — and why spending your time and energy trying to figure it all out in advance is so often just a way of avoiding taking the action.Because the real skill was never having a script for every scenario. It's being anchored in WHY you've made the choices you've made — why you built the offer, why you priced it the way you did, why you do things the way you do — and trusting your skills and your foundation enough to assess, decide, and respond in real time. So much of what we learn in our businesses and our lives comes from DOING the thing — and then going, okay, that happened, here's how I dealt with it, and now I know.In this episode, we're talking about:The what-ifs that show up anytime you're about to do something new, risky, or vulnerable — and why they come up at every phase and stage of business and lifeWhy we want so badly to know the outcome in advance and control every step — and why "success = going according to plan" sets us upThe difference between a what-if you can build a contingency plan for and one you can't know until it's actually happeningWhy spending time and energy trying to account for everything in advance is often just a way of avoiding taking actionWhat it means to be anchored in WHY you've made the choices you've made — so you can respond in real time instead of needing a scriptWhy so much of what we learn in business and life only comes from doing the thing — and the question to ask when it doesn't go as planned: okay, so now what?You were never going to be able to plan for all of it — and this episode is about trusting yourself enough to stop trying.Summer Business School: https://www.staceybrassrussell.com/summer-biz-schoolPassionate & Prosperous LIVE!: https://www.staceybrassrussell.com/passionate-prosperous-live-2026Book a call with Stacey: https://my.timetrade.com/book/DFGVN

Every child deserves to see themselves reflected in the story of how life begins.But for adopted children, donor-conceived children, and children born through surrogacy or IVF, traditional conversations about reproduction often leave them feeling like an exception instead of part of the story.In this episode, Rebecca sits down with family physician and educator Dr. Robin Dickinson to explore how parents can talk about bodies, reproduction, consent, and adoption in ways that build confidence instead of confusion. Together, they unpack why the language we use matters, how to make birth stories both truthful and empowering, and why these conversations should start much earlier than most parents realize.Whether you're parenting through adoption or simply want to raise body-confident, emotionally secure children, this conversation offers practical tools that every family can use.In this episode, we talk about:Why every child shares the same origin story—and how that simple truth creates belongingHow traditional sex education unintentionally leaves adopted children out of the conversationWhy using anatomically correct language helps protect children and build body confidenceHow to tell your child's adoption story honestly while honoring their birth parents with compassionWhat "the body remembers" means for children adopted at birth and how to parent with greater sensitivityHow to teach consent, healthy relationships, and body safety from the earliest years—not just during the "sex talk"About Dr. Robin:Dr. Robin Dickinson is a family physician, educator, and creator of a comprehensive body literacy and reproduction curriculum designed to help parents have honest, age-appropriate conversations with children. Passionate about inclusive education, Dr. Robin teaches families how to talk about bodies, reproduction, consent, and relationships in ways that affirm every child's story—including adoptees, donor-conceived children, and children born through surrogacy or assisted reproductive technology. Through her work, she helps parents replace shame with confidence and create conversations that foster belonging from the very beginning.Connect with Dr. Robin:Website: https://docrobinschool.com/Free Parent Guides: https://docrobinschool.com/talkResources Mentioned: Project 127: https://www.project127.org/ The Body Keeps the Score: https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-scoreRG Adoption ConsultingWebsite → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠ Book a Complimentary Adoption Strategy Session → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com/contactAre You Ready to Adopt? Take the Quiz to Find Out → https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/quiz Before you choose an agency, spend money, or move forward—start with these 10 honest conversations that will help you: https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/10-conversations-before-you-adopt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadoptionroadmap Tune in to The Adoption Roadmap Podcast every Wednesday. If you like what you hear, I'd appreciate a follow, a 5-star rating & review! THANK YOU!For questions about adoption, episode suggestions, or to appear as a guest on The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, email⁠⁠⁠⁠ support@rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠⁠⁠

Send us Fan MailIn this heartfelt episode of The Box & The Sky series, Keya McClain the Poet explores why emotionally engaged people are so often misunderstood in a world that frequently mistakes emotional distance for strength.Through personal stories and thoughtful reflection, Keya examines the difference between passion and aggression, emotional investment and emotional instability, and why many people suppress their authenticity to avoid being labeled "too much."This conversation reminds us that caring deeply is not a weakness—it is evidence of presence, purpose, and emotional courage.In this episode, Keya discusses:• Why emotionally expressive people are often misunderstood• Passion versus emotional instability• The societal pressure to appear detached• Why vulnerability makes some people uncomfortable• Emotional engagement without losing yourself• Healing without becoming emotionally numb• Honoring your emotional depth while maintaining healthy boundariesThis episode is for anyone who has ever been told they care too much, feel too deeply, or are "too intense."You don't need to become emotionally detached to protect your peace.You simply need to care wisely.Support the show

— Mick Emandi believes that true healing begins by looking beyond symptoms and identifying the underlying causes of disease, dysfunction, and chronic pain. Rather than focusing solely on managing conditions through temporary solutions, his work in regenerative medicine aims to support the body's innate ability to repair, restore, and heal itself. Over the past decade, Mick and his team have helped tens of thousands of people improve their health, mobility, energy, and overall quality of life through innovative regenerative therapies. His approach is rooted in the understanding that when the body is given the right support, remarkable healing and renewal can occur—often leading to outcomes that traditional symptom-focused treatments may not achieve. This conversation will explore not only the science behind regenerative medicine but also the deeper question of what it means to truly heal. Listeners will gain insight into how restoring physical health can create a ripple effect throughout all areas of life, empowering people to pursue their passions, reconnect with what matters most, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and joy. Mick's perspective aligns naturally with the themes of holistic well-being, self-empowerment, and joyful living. His work reminds us that health is not merely the absence of disease—it is the foundation that allows us to fully participate in life, cultivate meaningful connections, and become the most vibrant version of ourselves. Valeria interviews Mick Emandi —  He is the CEO of Regen MDs, a regenerative medicine practice dedicated to helping people overcome chronic pain and complex health conditions through innovative, science-based therapies.  With more than nine years of experience in the field, Mick has helped over 30,000 patients improve their health, restore function, and enhance their quality of life. Passionate about advancing breakthrough regenerative technologies, he is committed to empowering individuals to heal, recover, and live with greater vitality. To learn more about Mick Emandi and his work, please visit: https://RegenMDs.com

In long-term relationships, couples sometimes find that their sex life gradually fades away. This might happen after having children, or following a stressful period at work. However, there isn’t always an obvious turning point. In today’s episode, we’re taking a closer look at why dead bedrooms happen, how common they are, and how to know when it's time to seek help. My guest is Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy, a licensed psychologist, AASECT-certified sex therapist, and certified emotionally focused couples therapist. She specializes in sexual health and relationships and owns a private practice in Minnesota. She is the co-author of the book, Desire: An Inclusive Guide to Navigating Libido Differences in Relationships. Some of the specific topics we explore in this episode include: What do dead bedrooms actually look like? Why might sex disappear in a long-term relationship? How common are desire discrepancies in relationships? How do we distinguish the normal waning of passion from a true sexual problem? When should couples seek help for desire discrepancies? You can check our Lauren’s website to learn more about her work. You can also find her on Instagram and Facebook @drlaurenfogelmersy. Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. *** Thank you to our sponsors!  Passionate about building a career in sexuality? Check out the Sexual Health Alliance. With SHA, you’ll connect with world-class experts and join an engaged community of sexuality professionals from around the world. Visit SexualHealthAlliance.com and start building the sexuality career of your dreams today. *** Want to learn more about Sex and Psychology? Click here for previous articles or follow the blog on Facebook, Twitter, or Bluesky to receive updates. You can also follow Dr. Lehmiller on YouTube and Instagram. Listen and stream all episodes on Apple, Spotify, or Amazon. Subscribe to automatically receive new episodes and please rate and review the podcast! Credits: Precision Podcasting (Podcast editing) and Shutterstock/Florian (Music). Image created with Canva; photos used with permission of guest.

Mirco Gerling: The Supermarket Team That Self-Destructed Trying to Help Everyone Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "They tried to help, and finally, it... it self-destructed the team." - Mirco Gerling   The team was the supermarket of the organization. Cloud systems, versioning, developer machines, hardware — if another team needed infrastructure, this team built it. And when other teams asked, the answer was always the same: "We will try, we will try." Mirco watched what happened next play out in slow motion. The team escalated their overload to management. Management responded the way management often responds — sent in temporary help. The reinforcements solved problems quickly and left. But every system they built became permanent maintenance work for the original team. The pile grew. The team shrank. People left for other teams, or left the organization entirely. The escalation that was supposed to save them became the signal that broke them. As Mirco puts it: running to the higher level "sends a signal that self-organization or self-management does not work." Sometimes the help is the harm.   In this segment, we refer to the dynamic of team self-organization and how it can break down under pressure.   Self-reflection Question: When your team is overwhelmed, what does the act of escalating tell management about your ability to self-manage — and is that the signal you want to send? Featured Book of the Week: The Kanban Maturity Model In this episode, Mirco also recommends two books that shaped his thinking on process and estimation. The first is #NoEstimates by Vasco Duarte, which inspired Mirco to drop story-point estimation in some teams and simply count completed tickets per sprint. The second is the Kanban Maturity Model — a book Mirco uses to run workshops where teams discover their current level of process maturity. "The highest level says that you have a standardized process, and the result is always the same for the same type of work," he explains. Most teams start at level zero, but that's the point: knowing where you stand is the precondition for knowing where to go next.   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

What if the best way to raise more money is not just to find new donors, but to help existing donors give more meaningfully? Today, let's explore how matching campaigns can turn fundraising into a shared experience that builds trust, excitement, and community. Pooya Pourak is an industrial and systems engineer, human-centered designer, host of The Nonprofit Lab podcast, and the founder of MatchNice. His career began in consulting, where he created human-centered solutions for health and human services programs that support families through Medicaid, foster care, food assistance, and childcare. Passionate about creating social impact, he built MatchNice to help nonprofits, businesses, communities, and donors work together to make a bigger difference. In this conversation, Pooya shares how the COVID-19 pandemic led to the creation of MatchNice and why donation matching is a powerful but often overlooked fundraising approach. He explains how matching works, why transparency and urgency motivate donors, and how nonprofits can engage everyday supporters and mid-level donors as matching partners. Through real examples, Pooya shows how matching campaigns can increase donations, bring in new supporters, strengthen donor relationships, and help nonprofits create greater impact. In this episode, you will be able to:  Explain how donation matching boosts fundraising. Understand the psychology of matching gifts. Identify different types of matching donors. Engage existing donors as match sponsors. Create milestone-based matching campaigns. Use progress tracking to motivate giving. Get all the resources from today's episode here.  Support for this show is brought to you by Donor Perfect. Our friends at Donor Perfect really understand fundraising on so many levels. Stay aligned while working online with a seamless and secure payments experience for your donors and your team. Empower donors to give where they are, whenever they like, automate data entry, and process online, monthly, and mobile payments, and accept payments over the phone. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point.

What happens when a dedicated family physician hits burnout after 22 years in practice? Dr. Rashmi Schramm opens up about her path from residency activism (securing a 15% raise for her program) through deep burnout, physical symptoms, and eventual transition to coaching, retreats, and teaching meditation and laughter yoga. The conversation covers arrival fallacy, the power of mindfulness practices rooted in her Indian heritage and Ayurveda, laughter yoga's origins, Duke's integrative health coaching program, and creating safe spaces for women physicians through retreats. You'll hear how they: Recognize and address burnout through self-compassion, meditation, and somatic practices Use laughter yoga and breathwork as accessible tools for physiological shifts Bridge clinical medicine with coaching and integrative approaches Build community and intuition to sustain change-making work in healthcare About the Guest “Remember who you are beneath the roles.” – Dr. Rashmi Schramm Dr. Rashmi Schramm is a board-certified family medicine physician with 22 years of clinical experience. She is a certified coach, meditation teacher, laughter yoga instructor, and host of the Inner Peace and Power podcast. Passionate about helping high-achieving women reclaim energy and purpose, she leads retreats and coaching programs focused on mindfulness, intuition, and wholehearted living.

Show Title: Motivation Deep Dive with Katie PowellOutline and Show NotesYou've likely heard me talk about The Motivation Equation being value divide by effort. My guest today helps us dig beyond the formula to consider the two sides of the equation in more detail.Sponsor Spot 1:I'd like to thank Kaleidoscope Adventures for sponsoring today's show. Lots of companies can help you organize class trips, but Kaleidoscope helps you organize adventures – because isn't that what student trips should be? Kaleidscope is a full-service tour company offering a range of adventure opportunities and they excel at customizing trips based on your unique context, needs, and goals. Kaleidoscope offers exceptional travel experiences for students (and their group leaders). Thinking about student travel? Reach out to Kaleidoscope using the link in the show notes.Show IntroGuest Bio:Katie Powell is the Director for Middle Level Programs for AMLE and a former middle school special education, Title 1, and ELA teacher. Passionate about reclaiming the wonder and curiosity of learning, Katie is author of the books Boredom Busters: Transform Worksheets, Lectures, and Grading into Engaging, Meaningful Learning Experiences and Frustration Busters: Unpacking and Responding to Classroom Management Challenges. As part of her role with AMLE, Katie works closely with schools, districts, and affiliate organizations through the Successful Middle School book study, assessment, and Schools of Distinction programs as well as providing professional development and coaching on a variety of middle grades topics.Warmup questions:We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?Questions/Topics/PromptsMotivation is one of those concepts that is both prevalent and ill-defined. Different disciplines have different definitions and people use the term to mean many different things, so let's begin by defining what we mean when we talk about motivation.One of the reasons I'm excited to have you on is because you pull back the curtain on motivation by citing some of the science behind it. Let's dig into it…Not sure where we will go from here – maybe motivation and students then motivation and teachers?Sponsor Spot 2:I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12. IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions. And IXL doesn't stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more. It's no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit ixl.com/assistant to get started.Closing questions:What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?If listeners could take just one thing away from today's podcast, what would it be?Before we go, is there anything else that you'd like to share with our listeners?Where can people learn more about you and your work…Summary/wrap upCapacity is critical and most people don't have much excess“Ability is under-considered”Creating systems where everything points to usSpecial thanks to the amazing Ranford Almond for the great music on the show. Please support Ranford and the show by checking out his music!Ranford's homepage: https://ranfordalmond.comRanford's music on streaming services: https://streamlink.to/ranfordalmond-oldsoulInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranfordalmond/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ranfordalmond/Sponsor Links:IXL: http://ixl.com/assistant Kaleidoscope Adventures: https://www.kaleidoscopeadventures.com/the-assistant-principal-podcast-kaleidoscope-adventures/CloseLeadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/I love hearing from you. If you have comments or questions, or are interested in having me speak at your school or conference, email me at frederick@frederickbuskey.com or connect with me on LinkedIn.If you are tired of spending time putting out fires and would rather invest time supporting and growing teachers, consider reading my book, A School Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose. The book is available on Amazon. You can find links to it, as well as free book study materials on my website at https://www.frederickbuskey.com/reclaiming-purpose.html Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.Remember the secret to good leadership:Be intentional in choosing how you will show up for othersBe fully presentAsk reflective questionsAnd then just listenDon't overcomplicate it, the value is in the listening.Have a great rest of the week!Cheers!Guest Links:Twitter @beyond_the_deskInstagram @teach_beyond_the_deskTik Tok @Teach_Beyond_the_Deskkpowell@amle.orgTeachBeyondTheDesk.comFrederick's Links:Email: frederick@frederickbuskey.comWebsite:

Simon examines the critical rumours surrounding potential capital gains tax (CGT) increases that could see rates climb from 18% and 24% up to a staggering 40%, 45%, or even 50% under a new government regime.  While these looming tax hikes have many landlords feeling the pressure ahead of the October 2026 budget, Simon explains why this creates an unprecedented "summer of deals" for proactive investors KEY TAKEAWAYS Rumored tax changes could align capital gains tax directly with income tax rates, significantly penalising higher-rate taxpayers after the October 2026 budget. The threat of upcoming tax changes gives investors a powerful window of opportunity because capital gains tax is only triggered upon the actual sale of an asset. Utilising bridging finance can dramatically speed up property transactions, allowing you to secure discounted deals before new tax laws take effect. Implementing vendor finance structures allows you to buy properties at full asking price without using your own money, while simultaneously helping the seller minimise their impending tax liabilities. BEST MOMENTS "The Labour government policy is let's tax the people with the broadest shoulders and obviously, that means wealthy people, people with assets."  "Whether they change the tax rates or not, that doesn't matter. The perception is there is a risk, there is a chance that this could happen."  "Right now, literally right now, is such a good time for you to be looking for deals because there really is not much competition."  "It's all about seizing this opportunity. I want to encourage you to do that while everyone else is sleeping." VALUABLE RESOURCES To find your local pin meeting visit: ⁠www.PinMeeting.co.uk⁠ and use voucher code PODCAST to attend you first meeting as Simon's guest (instead of paying the normal £20). Contact and follow Simon here: Facebook: ⁠http://www.facebook.com/OfficialSimonZutshi⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonzutshi/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/SimonZutshiOfficial⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/simonzutshi⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/simonzutshi/⁠ Simon Zutshi, experienced investor, successful entrepreneur and best-selling author, is widely recognised as one of the top wealth creation strategists in the UK. Having started to invest in property in 1995 and went on to become financially independent by the age of 32. Passionate about sharing his experience, Simon founded the property investor's network (pin) in 2003 ⁠www.pinmeeting.co.uk⁠   pin has since grown to become the largest property networking organisation in the UK, with monthly meetings in 50 cities, designed specifically to provide a supportive, educational and inspirational environment for people like you to network with and learn from other successful investors. Since 2003, Simon has taught thousands of entrepreneurs and business owners how to successfully invest in a tax-efficient way.  How to create additional streams of income, give them more time to do the things they want to do and build their long-term wealth. Simon's book “Property Magic” which is now in its sixth edition, became an instant hit when first released in 2008 and remains an Amazon No 1 best-selling property book. Simon launched his latest business, ⁠www.CrowdProperty.com⁠, in 2014, which is an FCA Regulated peer to peer lending platform to facilitate loans between private individuals and property professionals. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Zaretta Hammond wants school leaders to stop treating change as a straight line. In this conversation, the author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain explains why growth actually moves in a spiral, why there's always a dip before things get better, and why so many educators are caught off guard by that dip because the system rarely rewards the messiness of learning. She unpacks the idea of "liminal spaces," the uncomfortable in-between moments where old skills are falling away and new ones haven't settled yet, and argues that school leaders need real skill in guiding people through them, not just managing productivity.You'll learn why Zaretta believes "we cannot PD our way out of this learning crisis," what she calls the "theory of the first pancake," and why she thinks evaluation should ask teachers what they've experimented with rather than whether they delivered a polished lesson. Zaretta also breaks down the difference between rapport and alliance in the teacher-student relationship, and why closing achievement gaps depends on combining cognitive science with culturally responsive teaching rather than treating them as separate camps. If you've ever wondered why some professional development sessions leave your staff buzzing but change nothing back in the classroom, this conversation explains why, and what to do instead.Resources & Links MentionedZaretta Hammond's Ready for RigorZaretta Hammond on LinkedInCulturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain (book)James Nottingham's Learning PitRichard Elmore's instructional core (Harvard Graduate School of Education)Episode PartnersInternational Curriculum AssociationSisiJoin Shane's Intensive Leadership Programme at educationleaders.co/intensiveShane Leaning, an organisational coach based in Shanghai, supports school leaders globally. Passionate about empowment, he is the author of the best-selling 'Change Starts Here.' Shane is a leading educational voice in the UK, Asia and around the world.You can find Shane on LinkedIn and Bluesky. or shaneleaning.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After years of helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of intimacy, renowned clinical psychologist and sex therapist Dr. Kate Balestrieri has seen it all—from the challenges of fostering honest conversations to the powerful transformation that comes with reconnecting to oneself. In this episode, Dr. Kate shares profound insights into why so many people feel disconnected from their desire and how curiosity, vulnerability, and non-judgment can reignite connection and pleasure in relationships. Drawing from themes in her upcoming book, “What Happened to My Sex Life,” she also reveals how overcoming self-abandonment is the key to living authentically and building deeper intimacy. In this episode, Darius and Dr. Kate will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to Dr. Kate Balestrieri (02:00) Dr. Kate's Journey into Sex Therapy (05:40) Exploring Crime and Psychology (09:35) The Spectrum of Sexuality (12:50) Cultural Shame Around Sex (15:39) Hedonism vs. Shame in Sexuality (18:59) Parenting and Sexual Education (27:14) The State of Sexual Satisfaction (33:40) Improving Partnered Sex Lives (37:58) Navigating Novelty in Relationships (43:59) The Rise of Non-Monogamy (49:03) The Role of Therapy in Sexual Conversations Dr. Kate Balestrieri is a licensed psychologist, certified sex therapist, and founder of Modern Intimacy, with practices in Los Angeles, Miami, and Chicago. Passionate about the intersection of mental health, sex, and relationships, she helps individuals and couples heal from trauma, navigate addictions, improve communication, and build deeper intimacy. Guided by a holistic approach that integrates evidence-based practices, Dr. Kate emphasizes the mind-body connection to foster resilience, recovery, and thriving vitality. She also hosts the podcast Get Naked with Dr. Kate, where she explores topics on mental health, sexuality, and relationships. Connect with Dr. Kate: Website: https://www.modernintimacy.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-balestrieri-psy-d-cst-csat-s-pact-iii-42b378152/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkatebalestrieri/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-naked-with-dr-kate/id1563975869 Book: https://www.amazon.com/What-Happened-My-Sex-Life/dp/1891011766  Connect with Darius: Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A first reading of the Rāsa Līlā might suggest the gopīs' love is selfish, irresponsible, even unethical. But looking closer one can find the highest transcendence attained not through grinding austerity but through love so real and complete that everything else simply fell away. In this episode Raghunath and Kaustubha arrive at Canto Ten, Chapter Thirty-Three — the Rāsa Dance itself. Krishna expands between each pair of gopīs. The demigods crowd the sky. The gopīs sing, creating sixteen thousand musical ragas. Rādhārāṇī, tired from the dance, places her arm around Krishna's shoulder. His arm carries the fragrance of blue lotus and sandalwood. Her hair stands on end. She kisses his arm. This beautiful scene is what Vyāsadeva was told to meditate on and share with the world. Srimad Bhagavatam 10.33.1-11 ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

Mirco Gerling: When the Scrum Guide Isn't the Rulebook — A Scrum Master's First Conflict with Management Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "I had to learn that the organization didn't know the Scrum Guide very exactly." - Mirco Gerling   In his first Scrum Master role — running hybrid as both developer and Scrum Master — Mirco walked in believing the Scrum Guide was the rulebook everyone played by. The team thought so too: they were self-managing now, so they would decide. Management hadn't read the same memo. When Mirco called time on a meeting, a manager said "It's my decision when the meeting is over." When Mirco asked the team if they were happy in a retrospective, the manager saw the flip chart afterward — and from that day on, Mirco started destroying anything from retrospectives that could attract attention. The conflict wasn't about Scrum. It was about who gets to decide what. Without an explicit conversation about the limits of self-management, the team and management each assumed authority the other thought was theirs. Mirco eventually found Management 3.0's Delegation Poker — a tool that makes those invisible boundaries visible and gives teams and managers a structured way to negotiate them. The lesson: raise the topic with management before the conflict, not after.   In this episode, we refer to the Delegation Poker practice from Management 3.0.   Self-reflection Question: Where in your team's work are the limits of self-management still unspoken — and what would change if you put them on the table this week?   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

If you love facilitating workshops and trainings, but you know there's something more you want to say, this episode is for you.My guest is Corrin McCloskey, a healthcare executive, speaker, writer, and facilitator who has made the leap from being a fabulous facilitator into a true thought leader. Corrin joined us in Thought Leader Academy in January 2025, and in the year and a half since then, she has spoken at multiple national conferences, published writing in her field, and continued building momentum around her message: healthcare needs more human-centered, connected, and courageous leadership.This conversation is part of our Expert Trap series because Corrin's story is such a powerful example of what happens when you move beyond simply teaching helpful content and start naming what's missing in the conversation.We talk about:How Corrin shifted from facilitating strategic planning and leadership workshops to speaking on bigger stagesWhy thought leadership is less about having all the answers and more about sharing a clear perspectiveThe role of writing in expanding your ideas beyond a single talkHow to keep putting your work out there, even when it doesn't feel perfectWhat Corrin learned from both deeply affirming audience feedback and a painful experience of harassment after a speaking engagementWhy having a support system matters when you're using your voice more publiclyWhat I love about Corrin's journey is that she didn't abandon facilitation. She built on it. She took the skills she already had, added her lived experience and perspective, and stepped into a bigger conversation.That's the real invitation of thought leadership: to stop hiding behind expertise alone and start using your voice for the change you want to see.About Our Guest: Corrin McCloskey is a healthcare executive, executive coach, and national speaker focused on leadership, culture, and change management in healthcare. She serves as Vice President of Heart & Vascular and Oncology Services at Tanner Health, where she leads strategy, growth, and service line development. Passionate about helping leaders build trust and navigate complexity, Corrin frequently speaks on physician leadership, organizational culture, and leading change in healthcare. Over the past year, she has expanded her national speaking presence and contributed thought leadership focused on creating healthier, more sustainable healthcare systems.About Us: The Speaking Your Brand podcast is hosted by Carol Cox. At Speaking Your Brand, we help women entrepreneurs and professionals clarify their brand message and story, create their signature talks, and develop their thought leadership platforms. Our mission is to get more women in positions of influence and power because it's through women's stories, voices, and visibility that we challenge the status quo and change existing systems. Check out our coaching programs at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com. Links:Show notes at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/480/ Corrin's website: https://corrinmccloskey.com/ Watch Corrin deliver her signature talk on our live show: https://www.youtube.com/live/rhDAdGR44-g?si=MulG_sPQ0-MmpLK4 Discover your Speaker Archetype by taking our free quiz at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/quiz/Enroll in our Thought Leader Academy: https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/academy/ Connect on LinkedIn:Carol Cox = https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolcoxCorrin McCloskey (guest) = https://www.linkedin.com/in/corrinmccloskey/ Related Podcast Episodes:Episode 478: The Expert Trap: Why Great Speakers Don't Become Thought LeadersEpisode 391: Claiming Your Identity as a Speaker and Thought Leader

Are you burning out in private practice without realizing it? In this episode of The Practice of Therapy Podcast, Gordon talks with Kristin Oja, DNP, founder of STAT Wellness, about optimizing stress resilience and preventing burnout. Kristin shares a functional medicine perspective on why burnout is not always caused by work alone. Often, it is the buildup of stressors outside of work, including sleep, caffeine, exercise, relationships, technology, self-talk, and lack of recovery. Kristin explains the idea of the "stress bucket" and how even good things, like exercise, intermittent fasting, sauna, cold plunge, and high achievement, can become stressors when there is not enough recovery. Gordon and Kristin also talk about why therapists and private practice owners need to pay attention to their inner voice, create healthier boundaries with phones and email, and build small resets into the day between clients. If you are a therapist, counselor, or private practice owner feeling exhausted, disconnected, or stretched too thin, this conversation will help you think differently about burnout and what it really takes to recover. Resources Mentioned In This Episode  Subscribe to YouTube Read the show notes here Watch on YouTube Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Consulting with Gordon The PsychCraft Network Follow us on Instagram Meet Kristin Oja  Kristin obtained her Doctor of Nursing Practice, Masters of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner focus, and is a Registered Nurse. She is also an entrepreneur, functional and lifestyle medicine guru, personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and lover of everything health and wellness! Passionate about taking a Personalized Medicine approach, Kristin focuses on uncovering the root cause of chronic illness and disease. Taking into account her patients lifestyle, diet, genetics, environment, and stress, each treatment plan is unique and individualized. Kristin has been serving and caring for patients for over 10 years. She strives every day to provide high quality care by doing everything with compassion, integrity, and above all a serving heart. Kristin founded STAT Wellness, which stands for Strength To Achieve Total Wellness, to help transform medicine. Statistically, as a society, we are getting sicker and sicker. At STAT Wellness, we want to partner with you to help you not only look your best but to feel your best by combining the best practices of medicine + movement. Website Instagram Little By Podcast on Instagram

Send us Fan MailThinking about selling your private practice? This episode of the Private Practice Survival Guide podcast is a must-listen! Join host Brandon Seigel and expert Sean Healy from Accounted4 LLC as they break down the complexities of exit planning. Learn how to build a practice that's worth buying, but highly desirable, understanding the factors that drive valuations from a two-time to a five-time multiplier. Discover crucial financial strategies, common pitfalls to avoid, and the importance of strategic planning years before you even consider selling. Optimizing your practice's systems and financials now can lead to a significantly more lucrative exit in the future. What You'll Learn:Why starting exit planning 3-5 years in advance is critical.The key factors that increase your practice's valuation and multiplier.How different types of buyers (individuals vs. private equity) approach valuations.The importance of showing growth trajectory, not just current earnings.Common EBITDA tiers and how they impact your multiplier.How to avoid common mistakes like emotional valuation and selling during a downturn.Essential financial records buyers scrutinize during due diligence.The impact of the owner's personal involvement on practice valuation.Prepare your private practice for a successful and profitable exit by implementing these expert strategies today! #ExitPlanning#PrivatePractice #BusinessSale #HealthcareBusiness #FinancialStrategy Sean Healy is the President and Founder of Accounted4 LLC, a leading firm specializing in financial management and advisory services. With over two decades of experience, Sean has built Accounted4 into a trusted partner for businesses seeking expert guidance on accounting, operational strategies, and financial planning. His vision for the company centers on empowering clients with transparent, data-driven solutions tailored to their unique needs. Passionate about innovation and client success, Sean is driven with a commitment to delivering personalized service and fostering long-term financial health for the organizations Accounted4 serves.https://accounted4llc.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/healysean/https://www.linkedin.com/company/accounted4-llcWelcome to Private Practice Survival Guide Podcast hosted by Brandon Seigel! Brandon Seigel, President of Wellness Works Management Partners, is an internationally known private practice consultant with over fifteen years of executive leadership experience. Seigel's book "The Private Practice Survival Guide" takes private practice entrepreneurs on a journey to unlocking key strategies for surviving―and thriving―in today's business environment. Now Brandon Seigel goes beyond the book and brings the same great tips, tricks, and anecdotes to improve your private practice in this companion podcast. Get In Touch With MePodcast Website: https://www.privatepracticesurvivalguide.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonseigel/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonseigel/https://wellnessworksmedicalbilling.com/Private Practice Survival Guide BookThis show is proudly produced at PS Studios — learn more https://www.psstudios.co

A first reading of the Rāsa Līlā might suggest the gopīs' love is selfish, irresponsible, even unethical. But looking closer one can find the highest transcendence attained not through grinding austerity but through love so real and complete that everything else simply fell away. In this episode Raghunath and Kaustubha arrive at Canto Ten, Chapter Thirty-Three — the Rāsa Dance itself. Krishna expands between each pair of gopīs. The demigods crowd the sky. The gopīs sing, creating sixteen thousand musical ragas. Rādhārāṇī, tired from the dance, places her arm around Krishna's shoulder. His arm carries the fragrance of blue lotus and sandalwood. Her hair stands on end. She kisses his arm. This beautiful scene is what Vyāsadeva was told to meditate on and share with the world. Srimad Bhagavatam 10.33.1-11 ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

Daniel 9:1-19 - Daniel's Passionate Prayer by Calvary Chapel Irmo

My guest is Kerstin Bird, President for Loreal Sub Saharan Africa that looks after 37+ markets around the African continent. Kerstin is a passionate marketer and business leader who has worked in a variety of countries across the world, in global & local marketing, strategic and commercial roles within the FMCG industry, with a proven track record to build strong, profitable brands that emotionally connect with consumers.Passionate about digital transformation & disruption as well as leveraging the power of brands and organizations to make a positive contribution to society and the environment.Asked about the things she loves, she says, she loves creating a work environment which is fun, challenging and allows individuals to thrive and she strongly believes anything can be achieved through the power of an engaged team!

Want to know how to buffer your bottom line against crushing diesel costs in today's freight market, and how the nation's top carriers optimize their fuel spend without getting trapped by hidden fees?  This week's last guest, Josh Thomas from Prime Inc., talks about the massive cost savings available through their Prime Advantage Plus fuel card program! We're breaking down how smaller fleets can leverage the buying power of the nation's largest refrigerated carrier to combat wild market fluctuations using advanced fuel economy tools and route optimizers.  Josh also shares how they are bypassing standard credit traps, eliminating operational fees, and maximizing security with sophisticated fraud prevention tied directly to your unit's ELD.  If you are ready to stop bleeding cash at the pump and run your trucking business as efficiently as possible, you can't afford to miss this breakdown!   About Josh Thomas Director of Sales & Marketing for Prime Advantage+, responsible for driving growth strategy, sales leadership, marketing initiatives, and strategic partnerships for one of the nation's best fuel discount programs serving fleets across the United States. Experienced business leader with strengths in sales strategy, business development, partner relationships, customer acquisition, negotiations, revenue growth, process improvement, and operational leadership. Passionate about building high-performing teams, expanding market presence, implementing technology solutions, and creating long-term value for customers, partners, and stakeholders. Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Missouri State University.   Connect with Josh Website: https://primeadvantageplus.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-thomas-667739110/  

This week's rewind takes us back to one of my favorite conversations, with watercolor artist, live wedding painter, and podcaster Paige Lindsey. Paige got laid off in March 2020 and turned that gut-punch into Paige Lindsey Design, but the real story starts years earlier, with a BFA program that left her feeling like a failure and a paint-and-sip studio that taught her more about running a business than art school ever did. We get into all of it. The scholarship trip to Italy that gave her the confidence to come home and start over. How markets, workshops, and a wildly successful bridal bouquet giveaway during lockdown built the foundation for the business she runs today, one that now spans commissions, live wedding painting, workshops both online and in person, and her own podcast. Paige is also refreshingly honest about the parts nobody posts about: therapy, an early labor she suspects was brought on by overdoing it, and the ongoing work of unlearning hustle culture now that she's a mom. If you've ever felt like your path has to look tidy to count, or like you need a mentor to show up before you're allowed to start, this one's for you. Paige's advice, plus her plans for teaching other artists how to build corporate and small-business partnerships, might be the nudge you need this Friday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You sit down on Sunday night and promise yourself that this is the week. You'll journal every trade. You'll wait for your setups. You'll follow the plan. And by Wednesday, it's quietly gone — and you're calling yourself lazy and undisciplined all over again. It was never about willpower. In this episode I ask a harder question: did you ever actually want the work, or did you only want what the work was supposed to give you? Wishing and wanting feel like the same thing from where you're standing, and trading is uniquely good at hiding the difference. No boss. No hours. No one watching. And a scoreboard that lies to you in the short term. We talk about why following through is so much harder in this profession than in any other, why being hard on yourself has never once changed your behavior, and what actually rewires the way you respond at the screen. You'll also leave with one practical change you can make this week — something that gives you a way to win on the days the market gives you nothing. Next week: what it really means to keep your word to yourself.   About Agnieszka Wood Founder and CEO of Ahead Coach, Trading Mindset Coach and Trader Agnieszka Wood, is a passionate and accomplished day trader with over a decade of hands-on experience in the financial markets. Coming originally from Poland but having spent most of her life abroad, notably in the Netherlands and the United States, Agnieszka brings a diverse perspective to her work. Her journey is marked by conquering challenges, a deep passion for self-development, a commitment to unlocking her full potential, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Since 2019, Agnieszka has taken on the role of Founder and CEO of Ahead Coach, a coaching platform where she conducts her transformative work as a Trading Mindset Coach. Through Ahead Coach, she offers coaching programs for traders that draw on her extensive 20+ year background in Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), life coaching and her own experience in trading. Her holistic approach is designed to empower individuals not only in their trading endeavors but also in all aspects of life. Agnieszka's influence extends beyond her coaching practice. She is a respected speaker at various trading events, where she shares her insights and knowledge with fellow traders and enthusiasts. In the trading education industry, she is known for her expertise in mindset coaching, helping traders overcome psychological barriers and build consistency. Passionate about guiding individuals towards tangible results, Agnieszka thrives on taking on new initiatives and projects that promote personal growth. Her multifaceted expertise, unwavering dedication, and holistic approach make her a trusted coach for those seeking transformation and success. If you're ready to take the next step in your trading Click here to join the Priority List for Rise Up and be the first notified when enrollment opens this August. ____________________________________✉ Contact me: launchyourlife@aheadcoach.com____________________________________▶️ My website: https://www.aheadcoach.com/▶️ X: https://x.com/Ahead_Coach▶️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahead.coach/▶️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agnieszkawoodpage/

Everybody keeps saying the same thing: young people can't afford to buy homes anymore. Justice Bigot isn't ignoring today's market, but he also isn't buying into the idea that homeownership is out of reach. At just 26 years old, he's helping clients navigate a challenging market by focusing on honesty, relationships, and practical advice instead of hype. If you've been wondering whether homeownership is still possible or whether the next generation of real estate professionals is ready to lead, this episode is worth your time.   Key takeaways to listen for Why saying "I don't know" can actually make clients trust you more How AI can support great REALTORS® without replacing them Why consistency matters more than years of experience What first-time buyers need to hear in today's market Justice's "Like. Value. Trust." philosophy for building a lasting business   Resources mentioned in this episode Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki Like, Value, Trust by Justice Bigot   About Justice Bigot Justice Bigot is a REALTOR® serving the Central Florida area, where he helps buyers and sellers navigate the real estate process with honesty, clear communication, and a relationship-first approach. Passionate about making homeownership more attainable, Justice embraces new technology while believing that trust and genuine human connection will always be at the heart of great service.   Connect with Justice Instagram: @justice.big TikTok: @justbigrealty YouTube: Just Real Estate X: @JusticeBigotRE Email: justice.bigot@cbrealty.com Contact Number: (407) 676-9431   About Leigh Brown Leigh Brown is a keynote speaker and leadership expert who helps organizations navigate growth, conflict, and change with clarity and courage. Her message resonates with leaders facing real-world pressure—whether that's housing challenges, organizational friction, or cultural shifts. Her latest book, Next Is Now, equips leaders to stop reacting and start leading with intention.

Today's guest is Kim Beene, Solution Sales Executive- Federal ITx at ServiceNow. Founded in 2003, ServiceNow is a leading enterprise cloud platform that enables organizations to automate, optimize and transform digital workflows across IT, HR, customer service and business operations. By connecting people, processes and technology on a single platform, ServiceNow helps businesses improve efficiency, eliminate manual tasks, enhance employee and customer experiences, and accelerate digital transformation at scale.Kim is a ServiceNow and IT Service Management leader with over 17 years' experience in the ServiceNow ecosystem and more than 20 years in ITSM. Kim played a key role in the growth of Highmetric (now NewRocket), supporting ServiceNow solution delivery, customer success and platform adoption. Passionate about empowering teams, improving processes and building strong client relationships, Kim combines deep technical expertise with the ability to translate complex technology into meaningful business outcomes.In the episode, Kim discusses:0:00 Her career journey from service desk analyst to 1,000+ ServiceNow implementations2:25 Helping Army and Air Force modernize projects and assets3:39 Why successful implementations require leadership, change management and clear goals5:41 Advice to create internal champions by using the platform from day one7:28 Why empathetic leadership builds stronger teams and lasting professional relationships11:06 Successful AI adoption depends on people, training and change management14:24 Her advice to believe in yourself and build a career that helps others17:19 Great leaders inspire others through empathy, learning and knowledge sharing19:50 Finding work/life balance to prioritize family, time and life's moments23:14 Excitement for ServiceNow growth, leadership and future opportunities

We are officially at the halfway point of 2026, and if you started the year with a vision, a word of the year, or a list of declarations about who you wanted to be, this is the moment to pause and take an honest look at how the first six months actually went. And if you're not exactly where you thought you'd be right now, I want you to know that's more than okay.In this episode I'm doing my own mid-year check-in out loud, including the parts that didn't go according to plan. I made a team hire at the beginning of the year that I thought was going to free me up, and five months in, it didn't work out. I said I was going to write a book this year, and I haven't started it yet. I'm walking through why none of that means I failed, why reassessing at the midpoint isn't the same as giving up on your goals, and the real questions to ask yourself right now: has what you want changed, has your vision shifted, and what clarity have you gained in the last six months that you simply didn't have in January.I'm also getting into why I believe your business is an ongoing experiment and not a fixed plan you have to white-knuckle your way through, and why being willing to change your mind is a sign of growth, not a sign of failure. I'm sharing what my own next six months look like, including how I'm approaching my launches differently this year and where my focus is going as I head into Passionate & Prosperous Live.In this episode you'll hear:Why not being where you thought you'd be by mid-year is not a fail — and might actually be a sign something better is on its wayThe exact questions to ask yourself to figure out if your goals have genuinely changed, or if you just got knocked off courseWhy "you're allowed to change your mind" applies to your business goals just as much as anything else in your lifeWhat happened when a team hire didn't go the way I planned — and why I'm not beating myself up about itHow to recommit to the rest of the year without dragging guilt or self-judgment into itWhy treating your business as an experiment instead of a rigid plan changes how you handle everything that's still aheadWherever you land when you take stock, this episode is your permission to pause, reset, and head into the second half of the year without carrying any regret about the first.Early bird tickets for Passionate & Prosperous Live are on sale right NOW! This is where we are going to dial up your messaging, make a plan for how you're going to show up bigger and better so you can get paid for being the amazing coach and expert that you are!

Here at Calvary, the next generation is our priority. Each year, we set aside a Sunday to feature our Young Communicators as they share God's Word with our church family. This weekend, we heard from seven outstanding student speakers, including Jacob Hopkins who teaches us that to have a passionate faith, we must give God our all, our first, and our greatest.

Everyone says storytelling is the key to building a personal brand, but what if you don't think you have an interesting story to tell? Or maybe you're worried about sharing too much.   In this episode, I'm joined by personal brand story strategist Reme Mancera to talk about how to use storytelling intentionally in your marketing. We dive into why your everyday experiences are often the most powerful stories, how storytelling helps build trust with potential clients, and why you don't need an "epic" life story to create meaningful connections. If you've ever struggled to know what stories to tell or how personal is too personal this conversation will help you approach storytelling with more confidence and purpose. In this episode, we chat about: Why your everyday experiences can become your most valuable marketing stories. How storytelling builds trust and helps potential clients connect with you. The difference between authentic storytelling and oversharing online. Practical ways to uncover stories from your personal life, clients, and business. How storytelling helps you stand out in a crowded market without trying to be louder. Grab your free resource from Reme: Resources to start exploring your Story Connectors: https://www.rememancera.com/story-connectors/  About the Guest: Reme Mancera is a Personal Brand Story Strategist who guides you to choose the personal stories that feel relevant to your audience, and share them in a clear, succinct way to build trust, create genuine connection and attract aligned clients.   Passionate about stories since childhood, she is from Spain and now works 1:1 with clients worldwide (from 23 countries and counting). Reme supports digital service providers, coaches and creatives, especially those navigating a transition in their business and rethinking how they show up and talk about their work.   She created the 10 Story Connectors, a strategic storytelling tool to identify 10 meaningful moments from your journey that highlight the benefits of what you offer.   Reme also hosts the podcast 'Who Cares About My Story?' and the live series 'Intersection Chats'.   She often shares this reminder: Your story is relevant and worth telling!  Connect with Reme below: https://www.instagram.com/rememancera/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/reme-mancera-postigo/

EPISODE 736 - Shymara Medina - Proud Puerto Rican children's book author, is passionate about storytelling that uplifts and inspires young mindsIn this episode, Shymara Medina shares the story behind her journey as a proud Puerto Rican children's book author and the inspiration that shapes her storytelling. She talks about how her life in Georgia, her family, and her everyday experiences became the foundation for books that encourage, educate, and uplift young readers. Show notes often work best when they offer a short, engaging summary that gives listeners a clear sense of the episode's focus and value.A major thread in the conversation is her family's beekeeping life and how that world sparked the idea for Zeke becomes a beekeeper. Shymara explains what she has learned through beekeeper associations, monthly meetings, and hands-on care for their hives, while also showing how bees became more than a topic and turned into a meaningful teaching tool for children. She connects bee safety, responsibility, nature, honey, and the role bees play in a family business to lessons young readers can understand and remember.She also reflects on writing Zeke's quest for courage, a story built around her son's struggles with spelling and the encouragement her family wanted to give him. The book blends story, spelling practice, and comprehension in a way that makes learning feel fun and personal. Shymara shares how seeing children respond to the book, especially during school visits, confirmed for her that stories can help kids feel capable and supported.The episode also explores the realities of self-publishing, finding the right illustrator, protecting creative ownership, and using real life as inspiration for children's books. Shymara offers insight into writing with intention, choosing collaborators carefully, and staying open to growth as an author. She closes with plans for a bilingual book and a young adult project, showing that her creativity is still expanding.Key takeaway: Shymara's work is rooted in the belief that children need stories that reflect real life, build confidence, and remind them that their voices matter.https://www.instagram.com/shymara_medina/Support the show___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/Coffee Refills are always appreciated, refill Dave's cup here, and thanks!https://buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca

What does it look like to live out the value of being Passionate & Inspiring? In this episode, Brad and Steve are joined by Jeff Stanford, Director of First Priority Ozarks, and Joe Maldonado, Executive Director of First Priority Florida Space Coast, to discuss how passion for Christ and the mission inspires students, churches, volunteers, and entire communities to get involved. Together, they explore why passion is more than excitement. It's a commitment to the mission that encourages others to take action. Through stories of student leadership, life change, and ministry impact, they share how living this value creates a culture that points people to Jesus and equips the next generation to reach their peers.

We are getting close to 500 episodes of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, and after all this time, we've talked about almost every marriage topic imaginable — communication, connection, intimacy, conflict, trust, romance, and everything in between.But every once in a while, something crosses our path that makes us stop and say, “We need to talk about this.”That happened when we came across a post titled “The 11 Golden Rules of Marriage.” It wasn't just another list of marriage tips — it was a simple but powerful reminder of the things that truly matter when it comes to building a strong, passionate, and lasting relationship.The truth is, marriage can sometimes feel overwhelming. We hear about all the things a wife needs, all the things a husband needs, all the things we should be doing better… and before long, it can feel like we're failing because we aren't doing enough.But what if it doesn't have to be that complicated?What if focusing on a few foundational principles could completely change the way we love, serve, communicate, and connect with our spouse?In this episode, we break down these 11 Golden Rules of Marriage and share our own thoughts, experiences, and lessons we've learned throughout our journey together. These are simple things every couple can start applying today to create a marriage that doesn't just survive... but truly thrives.Whether you've been married for 6 months or 60 years, we believe these reminders can strengthen your relationship and help you reconnect with the person you chose forever.We'd love to hear your thoughts after listening as to which rule stood out to you the most?❤️ Listen now and share this episode with someone who wants a stronger marriage.

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One person sees coercion. Another sees miscommunication. Two people can watch the exact same scene and walk away with completely different interpretations. So why do stories about consent generate so much disagreement? In this episode, we’re exploring what film and television reveal about our cultural understanding of consent. I am joined once again by Michele Meek, Ph.D. an author, filmmaker, and professor who has published several books including The Ambiguity of Consent: Consent Puzzles in Film, Television, Public Discourse, and the Law and Consent Culture and Teen Films: Adolescent Sexuality in US Movies. She is a tenured Associate Professor of Communication at Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts. Some of the specific topics we explore in this episode include: How does popular culture shape the way we think about consent? What gets lost when we force complicated sexual situations into simple narratives? Why does society apply different standards of consent in different contexts? How can we introduce more nuance into our conversations about consent? You can visit Michele’s website to learn more about her work. Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. *** Thank you to our sponsors!  If you’re looking to gain a broad understanding of human sexuality or refresh your knowledge, check out the upcoming Human Sexuality Intensive courses at the Kinsey Institute: https://kinseyinstitute.org/learning/human-sexuality-intensive.html  Passionate about building a career in sexuality? Check out the Sexual Health Alliance. With SHA, you’ll connect with world-class experts and join an engaged community of sexuality professionals from around the world. Visit SexualHealthAlliance.com and start building the sexuality career of your dreams today. *** Want to learn more about Sex and Psychology? Click here for previous articles or follow the blog on Facebook, Twitter, or Bluesky to receive updates. You can also follow Dr. Lehmiller on YouTube and Instagram. Listen and stream all episodes on Apple, Spotify, or Amazon. Subscribe to automatically receive new episodes and please rate and review the podcast! Credits: Precision Podcasting (Podcast editing) and Shutterstock/Florian (Music). Image created with Canva; photos used with permission of guest.