Podcasts about Pebbles

If 82% of people lack a time management system and the average worker spends half their day on low-value tasks, what's the real cost of doing nothing about it? In this episode, Brandon Laws sits down with bestselling author Peter Economy, who has written over 140 books, to dig into his latest release, Wait, You Need a Win? The Essential Guide to Time Management, Productivity, and Powerful Habits That Get Things Done. From the neuroscience behind habit formation to the Rocks, Pebbles, and Sand framework, Peter shares practical, immediately actionable strategies for anyone who has ever ended the day wondering where the time went. If you've been meaning to get more intentional about how you work and live, this conversation is your sign. Key Timestamps: [00:01] Welcome Back, Peter Economy Brandon introduces return guest Peter Economy and his latest book on time management and productivity. [00:54] Why 82% of People Still Don't Have a System Peter explains why most people avoid time management and how ingrained habits keep us stuck in low-value routines. [02:17] The Real Cost of Poor Time Management Research shows the average employee loses about 500 hours per year to unproductive work. Peter breaks down what that means for individuals, teams, and organizations. [03:24] Phones, Interruptions, and the 23-Minute Rule The average person picks up their phone 96 times a day, and a single interruption costs over 23 minutes of refocus time. The numbers are hard to argue with. [07:03] The Paradox of Time We think we have all the time in the world. Peter explains why that illusion is one of the biggest obstacles to getting anything meaningful done. [08:26] Working from Home Like You Mean It Remote and hybrid workers face a unique challenge: the people around them don't always see them as "really working." Peter shares how to establish non-negotiable work boundaries at home. [10:50] Designing Habits Using Neuroscience New habits mean new brain pathways. Peter walks through how to intentionally build routines that actually stick, starting small and building over time. [13:18] The Right Way to Use a To-Do List More tasks do not mean more productivity. Peter makes the case for limiting your daily list to three to five high-priority goals and why that constraint is a feature, not a limitation. [16:03] David Allen's Getting Things Done Framework Peter explains the five-step GTD methodology (capture, clarify, organize, reflect, engage) and why it remains one of the most effective systems for managing commitments. [17:46] Why "No" Is a Time Management Strategy People-pleasing has deep roots, and learning to say no is harder than it sounds. Peter shares how taking on one too many projects changed his approach for good. [21:21] Protecting Your Calendar from Meetings You Don't Need Research suggests around 76% of meetings are ineffective. Peter offers a framework for protecting your time by declining meetings that don't warrant your presence. [23:05] The Rocks, Pebbles, and Sand Framework One of the most visual concepts in the book: why tackling your biggest priorities first is the only way to make sure they actually get done. [25:14] Rest as a Productivity Tool Powering through is overrated. Peter makes the case for taking real breaks, getting outside, and prioritizing sleep as essential parts of a high-performance routine. [27:17] Using AI to Save Time From Otter AI for meeting transcription and action items to organizing project files in Claude, Peter and Brandon trade practical tips for using AI tools to reclaim hours in your week. [31:01] Is It Your System, or Is It Your Work? Peter closes with the most important question: if you're chronically unproductive, the problem might not be your framework. It might be that you're not doing work you actually care about. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR Host: Brandon Laws In Brandon's own words: "The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders." About Xenium HR Xenium HR is on a mission to transform workplaces by providing expert outsourced HR and payroll services for small and medium-sized businesses. With a people-first approach, Xenium helps organizations create thriving work environments where employees feel valued and supported. From navigating compliance to enhancing workplace culture, Xenium offers tailored solutions that empower growth and simplify HR. Whether managing employee relations, payroll processing, or implementing impactful training programs, Xenium is the trusted partner businesses rely on to elevate their workplace experience. Discover how Xenium can transform your workplace: Learn more Connect with Brandon Laws: LinkedIn Instagram About Connect with Xenium HR: Website LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

In this episode Rosie Moss speaks with Donna Rice-Hannam, who found Widowed AF just five weeks after her husband Mark died suddenly in October 2024. What follows is a conversation full of heartbreak, fury, dark humour, and the kind of honesty that makes grief feel a little less lonely.Donna shares the story of meeting Mark through mutual friends, a “blind blind date,” and a pub-stairs snog that turned into a relationship built on safety, tenderness and fierce loyalty. After years of difficult relationships, mental health struggles and recovery, Donna found in Mark someone who didn't just love her, but actively protected her wellbeing.Together they survived the devastating late-pregnancy loss of their daughter, privately named Charlotte but publicly known as “Pebbles.” Donna talks candidly about stillbirth, trauma, and the way grief bonded them even more deeply together. She describes Mark's quiet acts of love, from packing the car and taking her to the sea during bipolar episodes, to proposing in Paris simply because “he just wanted to see you smile.”The conversation then turns to the terrifying weeks leading up to Mark's death: repeated hospital admissions, catastrophic internal bleeding, blood transfusions, discharge decisions Donna felt deeply uneasy about, and the growing horror of realising something was being missed. Donna recounts the final hours in devastating detail, from the ambulance ride and failed attempts to stabilise him, to watching doctors perform CPR while begging him to come back.Rosie and Donna also talk about what happens afterwards: the rage of unanswered questions, delayed inquests, poor bereavement care, losing friendships alongside your partner, and the dangerous pull of alcohol when grief feels physically unbearable. Throughout it all, Donna speaks openly about bipolar disorder, surviving early widowhood, and the conscious decision to protect her mental health because Mark fought so hard to protect it while he was alive.This episode covers:• Falling in love after difficult relationships and finding safety in another person• Bipolar disorder, recovery, and supportive partnership without losing independence• Stillbirth, grief after baby loss, and naming their daughter Charlotte (“Pebbles”)• The role of humour, routine and practical care in long-term love• Hospital trauma, internal bleeding, repeated discharge attempts and advocating for loved ones• The shock of sudden death and witnessing resuscitation efforts firsthand• Anger, delayed accountability and ongoing inquest proceedings• Friendship, community and the people who quietly keep you alive in early grief• Alcohol, counselling, medication and surviving the “messy middle” of widowhood• Why protecting your mental health can become an act of love for the person you lost#widowedaf #widowhood #griefpodcast #griefsupport #bipolardisorder #pregnancyloss #stillbirth #nhs #medicaltrauma #inquest

The final chapter of Pebbles legendary 37-year career is here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We continue to give Pebbles her flowers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sometimes you just run out of time to do what you planned to do, but the love is still there. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Radio Big Mack came through with a song for Pebbles! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The crew is having a hard time preparing to let Pebbles go. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

DJ Roy Barboza with a word of encouragement and admiration for Pebbles. Plus, reminiscing about the past. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today is Pebbles last day on air and things are already falling apart! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You can start late as long as you start! Its time to go one on one with the Great One. Trainers be training I guess... Join us every other Friday for another exhilarating episode of Late Starters! Join us every other Friday for another exhilarating episode of Late Starters! The Late Starters have launched a Patreon to help with the journey in front of them! If you would like to be a supporter head here to help out! Catch ya later! Get merch, subscribe to Youtube and follow us on twitter to stay up to date with every thing Late Starters! You can find everything we do at linktr.ee/LateStarters!  #pokemon #ttrpg #roleplay #improv  Cast GM - Austin (@SeezyDrop) Calynn - Alex (@Alexandbirds) Ford - Tim (@Remobware) Victor - Kaycie (@Kayciedoom) Pokedex - Jenna (@JennaChil) Music Some of the music used in this production belongs to ©2022 Pokémon. ©1995-2022 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc. The following music was used for this media project: Embrace The Wind by WinnieTheMoog Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/6685-embrace-the-wind  License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod  Open Those Bright Eyes by Kevin MacLeod Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4171-open-those-bright-eyes   License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Artist website: https://incompetech.com  Scheming Weasel [Metal Version] (feat. Kevin MacLeod) by Alexander Nakarada  Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/8163-scheming-weasel-metal-version-feat-kevin-macleod   License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license  Arcane Anthems Patreon Ivan Duch and Pokemon Sentimental Acoustic Tune for Emotional Scenes by Universfield from Pixabay  Danger and Resolution by Julian Carter-Tugwell from Pixabay Epic Cyber Rock Industrial Metal by Alec Koff from Pixabay  Intense Hard Rock by AllWorldMusic from Pixabay   80s Montage by Aleksandr Abrosimov from Pixabay Sound Effects Horse Galloping.wav by Max_Headroom -- https://freesound.org/s/175356/  -- License: Creative Commons 0 Rocks and Pebbles by Prosser -- https://freesound.org/s/233998/  -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 3.0 Bass Guitar Dark by Peter Koepke from Pixabay  Dropping Plastic Brick in Grit.wav by F.M.Audio -- https://freesound.org/s/547584/  -- License: Attribution 4.0 10091 water bomb exploding.wav by Robinhood76 -- https://freesound.org/s/565947/  -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 Water Fountain White Noise - outside Washington, DC National Gallery NGA by logancircle2 -- https://freesound.org/s/795860/  -- License: Attribution 4.0 hand_clap.wav by medialint -- https://freesound.org/s/11876/  -- License: Sampling+ Wind Chime (G-006) +.wav by GnoteSoundz -- https://freesound.org/s/169853/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 artninja__custom_rock_impact_sound_pt3_03052026 by Artninja -- https://freesound.org/s/847207/  -- License: Attribution 4.0 Landing on grass by onehugeeye -- https://freesound.org/s/511318/  -- License: Creative Commons 0 Dig wet sand-05.wav by RUncELL -- https://freesound.org/s/349460/  -- License: Creative Commons 0 Dog shaking himself dry by giddster -- https://freesound.org/s/435368/  -- License: Creative Commons 0 Huff 2 by _stubb -- https://freesound.org/s/389631/  -- License: Creative Commons 0

Seems like the key to unlock Pebbles crying is when family calls in. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The outpouring of love and appreciation for Pebbles continues! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nothing like family and a call from her niece instantly made Pebbles cry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Radio legends Baltazar and Matt Siegel also called in to give Pebbles her flowers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The celebration of Pebbles continues as our good friend Jackson Blue called in to wish her the best! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pebbles got her start at the legendary radio station WILD Boston. Elroy Smith was the program director, and he called in to reminisce and show Pebbles some love. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Radio personality and Wild' N Out cast member "Radio Big Mack", called in to wish Pebbles the best! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pebbles is back from celebrating her birthday! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This morning on the Billy and Lisa show, we're talking about everything from Spirit Airlines shutting down to the latest on the Boston sports scene. We're also diving into some crazy news stories, including a woman who thought she was engaged to country star Riley Green, and a mom who's going viral for saying her kids don't have to share. Plus, we're catching up with Joey McIntyre, the original member of New Kids on the Block, about his son Griffin's new music career. And, we're giving a shoutout to our friend Pebbles, who's retiring after years of working with us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Bivins of New Edition called in to wish Pebbles the best! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After recently moving on from radio himself, Santi called in to wish Pebbles the best, and to give her some words of advice! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a legendary run of almost 40 years, Pebbles is moving on from radio. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Dan treated his mum to a night out at the Corby Cube to watch Jimmy Tarbuck die on stage. Which, given the man's age, is a genuine possibility most evenings.Meanwhile, Luke has been hosting his dad and embarking on a minor, highly localised crime spree to steal pebbles from the village green.Plus, the boys dive into the mechanics of drag queen names, the art of making terrible banana bread on purpose, and the identity of the ugliest man alive.

Margaret reads you a 1963 science fiction story of class stratification, sports, and first contact.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After their collaboration on the various artists release "Obscuritas", the duo BTWN NTWRX returns to Eclectic with a powerful new solo EP titled DIFFERENCE THRESHOLD EP. This energetic four-track project showcases their distinctive sound, where ascetic, driving drums merge seamlessly with refined, atmospheric synthesizers. Pushing the edges of their soundscape, the EP explores contrasting textures, delivering a dynamic and immersive listening experience that reflects the duo's evolving artistic identity.

Somewhere along the way, we forgot how to just be. And yet, in the presence of a horse, that knowing comes back. Not through effort, but through feeling. Through breath. Through connection.In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Pebbles Turbeville, CEO of the Horses and Humans Research Foundation, and we explore what science is beginning to confirm and what many of us have always felt. Horses help us reconnect to ourselves.From research on cerebral palsy and PTSD to the deeper conversation around horse wellbeing and our role as stewards, this is about more than horses. It is about how we live, how we care, and how we return to what matters.This one feels like a breath.Takeaways: • Horses support healing physically and emotionally • Presence with horses invites calm and awareness • Wellbeing includes both humans and animals • Nature and community are essential, not optional Where are you being invited to slow down and simply be?Links and resources: Learn more about their workWatch their webinars and talksFollow their updates on FacebookFollow their updates on InstagramConnect with them on LinkedInContinue the journey:Join the Spiritual Horse Seeker Summit here.Upgrade to VIP to unlock LIVE panel sessions and experience the full journey.I've also launched a new podcast called Year Of The Horse Adventure Coach. You can listen here: Apple Podcasts SpotifySend us Fan Mail Support the show✨ Join My TEDx Spokane Journey! Get early updates, BTS moments, and reflections as I prep for TEDx Spokane.

How valuable is a word of prayer? Imagine also that 2-karat diamonds are scattered all over the pavement of a downtown sidewalk. There are so many of these gemstones that people treat them with the same indifference as they would pebbles. This is no exaggeration; it might even be the understatement of the decade...

This vignette explores the magic of people from all walks of life coming together in a protest for a cause, demanding a better future for their communities. It was recorded on 25 October 2025, the day of Scotland Demands Better march and rally in Edinburgh, organized by Poverty Alliance. Kaska speaks to Sandy Greene from ScrapAntics in Dundee who shares her personal experience as a lifelong activist and the way a peaceful protest can resonate throughout lives of individuals involved, local communities and a wider society. You will hear vox pops from members of Dundee Changemaker Hub, protest participants and ambient recordings from the day. Credits:  Production, interview, edit - Kaska Hempel Resources: Kaska's creative sound Substack podcast ("Pebbles"): https://kaykay2000.substack.com/  Scotland Demands Better Campaign https://www.scotland-demands-better.com/ Dundee Changemakers Hub https://www.dundee-changemakers.net/  Scrapantics https://www.scrapantics.co.uk/  Galgael Trust https://www.galgael.org/     

Can you guess what it is the Pebbles is now doing sideways? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ryan opens out of pocket—it's a mess, and it's a great time.  Chili's FEC records hit the internet and her defense was “I didn't read the fine print” — from the woman who didn't read the Pebbles contract. Brandy dropped her memoir, put Wanya Morris' name in it, and the conversation about fast girls, who failed them, and where the real accountability lies goes somewhere real. Kristi Noem's husband is out here doing something very specific on the internet. Nick Cannon tried to give a history lesson. And 12 tons of Formula One Kit Kats were stolen in Italy and nobody has a single answer.Dad jokes to close it out. As always.⸻Which topic hit for you the most?  Let us know in the comments⸻Connect With Us:Email: Virgoseasonshow@gmail.comWebsite: Virgoseasonshow.comYouTube, TikTok & Instagram: @VirgoSeasonShowRyan: @OhBlackRyanJoyhdae: @JoyhdaeSubscribe, leave a review, & hit the bell to turn on notifications.  ⸻We're grateful for your continued support.  We couldn't do it without you.  This show is a labor of love.  We thank you!⸻CHAPTERS00:00 — Intro00:05 — Opening Banter02:08 — Quick Hit: Kristi Noem's Husband05:18 — Sabally Tell Joyhdae What Ryan's Talkin' 'Bout08:40 — The Rundown09:49 — Legal Advice19:13 — Kit Kat Heist24:26 — Ryan Needs Help!26:07 — Who's At Fault?27:04 — But Did You Get Your License Yet...?28:56 — A Conversation About Brandy's Memoir46:54 — Chilli, Nick Cannon, & Amber Rose's Politics57:28 — Dad vs Auntie Jokes01:01:47 — Find Us On All The Things!01:03:04 — One More For The Road...01:03:27 — Outro

You won't believe why Pebbles said she would give up an opportunity to gain $300,000!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

National Twinkle Day, Pebbles cereal, sushi push-pops, March Madness, “surreptitious seafood,” the 2026 World's Grits Festival, jobs that could be a ticket to a comfortable life, “cognitive surrender,” gas pump switching, the Project Hail Mary sweater, Amazon MGM, and why morning might be the best time for a first date—plus more news. 

Fred is disturbed by Bamm Bamm's mixed up praise song until Pebbles starts singing her own mixed up praise song! “Through the praise of children and infants you have established a stronghold against your enemies.” Psalm 8:2 (NIV) #kids, #christiankids, #bedtimestoriesforkids, #storiesforchristiankids, #biblelessonsforkids, #plantgodswordinyourheart, #inthebeginninggod, #creation, #godmademaninhisimage, #createdingodsimage, #praise, #fishbytesforkids, #fishbytes4kids, #fishbitesforkids, #fishbites4kids, #ronandcarriewebb, #roncarriewebb "Tuba Waddle by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Pebbles will not stand for any BTS slander! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Leroy swears he's slowly turning into his wife Tina. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pebbles and millions of BTS fans had one of the greatest weekends of their lives! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Let's Chat!!Boo Bitches!  What do witchcraft and the five love languages have in common?More than you'd think.In this episode, River dives into magical care — the art of turning everyday kindness into spellwork.We're talking about:enchanted sticky notesblessing someone's coffeeemotional support pastriesprosperity spells for your friendsmagical giftspet guardian blessingsand celebrating tiny victories like the stubborn witches we are.Because magic doesn't have to be dramatic.Sometimes it's just: watering a plant sending a kind text lighting a candle or surviving Tuesday.Also: a cocktail enchanted with joy.Support the showUntil then, Stay Witchy!!River's Etsy Store:  www.batsandbaublesinc.etsy.comWebsite: www.c3witchypodcast.comMerch: www.c3witchypodcastmerch.comOur wonderful logo is done by:  www.nellamarinadraws.etsy.comIntro and Outro Audio:podcast intro & outro music:Góða Nótt by Alexander NakaradaLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/4754-g-a-n-ttLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-liceSound from Zapsplat.com – Witches Cauldrons bubbling

Pebbles only has eyes for BTS. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pebbles did the unthinkable. Some might even consider her actions to be evil. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Q&A episode, Uncle Joe and I dive into one of the most common—and misunderstood—struggles in marriage: emotional connection. We respond to a powerful question from Alex, a husband who genuinely wants to show up better for his wife but feels stuck, unsure how to respond to her emotions, and frustrated that his efforts don't seem to land.   This conversation breaks down why men default to "fix-it mode," why that instinct actually creates disconnection, and how emotional safety—not solutions—is what most women are truly seeking. We unpack practical, real-world skills for listening, validating, and reconnecting with your wife, especially after years of habit and complacency. If your wife has ever said, "I don't feel connected to you," this episode will give you clarity, direction, and a better way forward.     Timeline Summary [0:00] Introduction [1:02] Opening conversation about Valentine's Day and intentional connection [2:55] Alex's question about building emotional connection with his wife [4:10] Hearing hard feedback: "I don't feel connected or loved" [5:14] How long-term habits quietly shape marriage dynamics [6:03] Why men feel uncomfortable with big emotions [7:12] The difference between fixing problems and creating connection [8:10] Why women share emotions—to feel seen, not saved [9:00] Transactional conversations vs. emotional safety [10:14] Joe explains why feedback is actually a gift [10:59] Pebbles vs. boulders and minimizing your wife's feelings [11:56] Why "it's not a big deal" damages trust [12:17] Understanding how your wife feels loved [13:19] Acts of service and practical ways to reduce her stress [14:11] Real-life example of how small actions rebuild connection [15:19] Curiosity as the foundation of emotional intimacy [16:46] Leading with humility and listening through awkward silence [17:31] Treating your wife like you did when you first dated [19:02] Complacency as the silent killer of attraction [20:13] Why long-term relationships require intentional effort [21:09] Being challenged as an act of love [22:11] Brotherhood, faith, and the mission of the Dad Edge Alliance [23:08] Invitation to the Dad Edge Alliance preview call [23:47] Closing encouragement and next steps     Five Key Takeaways Emotional connection is built through presence, not problem-solving. Fixing minimizes feelings—listening creates safety. What feels small to you may feel huge to your wife. Curiosity and humility rebuild intimacy faster than tactics. Treating your wife like you did in the beginning keeps the relationship alive.     Links & Resources Dad Edge Alliance Preview Call (RSVP): http://thedadedge.com/preview Dad Edge Alliance (Marriage, Parenting, Health, Leadership): https://thedadedge.com/alliance Episode Show Notes & Resources: https://thedadedge.com/1438     Closing Remark If this episode gave you language or perspective you didn't have before, please rate, review, follow, and share the podcast. Emotional connection isn't about being perfect—it's about being present, curious, and consistent. From my heart to yours, go out and live legendary.

Pebbles is on a natural high, and everyone knows why! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pastor Brian Sauvé preaches on 1 Peter 5:5b-7, A Handful of Pebbles.Click here to tithe.

Pastor Brian Sauvé preaches on 1 Peter 5:5b-7, A Handful of Pebbles.Click here to tithe.

Today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast 560, Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA spitball business development company (BDC) funds for Edward in Illinois before diving into buckets of cash, T-bills, decumulation, and Roth conversion timing for Pebbles and Bam Bam. Plus, the fellas help 34 year old Keith in Connecticut figure out if he's actually on track, whether he's taking too much risk, or just worrying too much. They also spitball on the six-figure annuity gain that Gus in Philly's 95 year old dad has amassed. Finally, why yelling "never pay an advisor" on the internet doesn't necessarily magically turn MYGAs into the perfect investment for everyone. (While Joe and Big Al enjoy a little seasonal downtime and Andi recovers from surgery, enjoy this encore presentation of these questions from a January 2025 episode.) Free Financial Resources in This Episode: https://bit.ly/ymyw-560 (full show notes & episode transcript) 10 Steps to Improve Investing Success - free download Tax-Smart Charitable Giving Guide 6 Secrets to Bigger Tax Deductions from Your Non-Profit Donations - YMYW TV Financial Blueprint (self-guided) Financial Assessment (Meet with an experienced professional) REQUEST your Retirement Spitball Analysis DOWNLOAD more free guides READ financial blogs WATCH educational videos SUBSCRIBE to the YMYW Newsletter   Connect With Us: YouTube: Subscribe and join the conversation in the comments Podcast apps: subscribe or follow YMYW in your favorite Apple Podcasts: leave your honest reviews and ratings   Chapters: 00:00 - Intro: This week on the YMYW Podcast 01:03 - What's the Risk With Business Company Development (BDC) Funds? (Edward, IL) 03:58 - T-Bills, Decumulation, IRAs, and Investing Strategies (Pebbles & Bam Bam, Kentuckystone) 12:02 - I'm 34. Are My Investments Appropriate for My Time Horizon? (Keith, CT) 17:59 - MYGA Retirement Withdrawal Strategy for Dad (Gus in Philly) 23:00 - Just Buy Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuities (MYGAs) and Bonds (comment from Ken, YouTube) 28:04 - YouTube comments: State Taxes, Pro-Rated Sale of Primary Residence, Bonds vs. Pension, and PERMA 35:27 - YMYW Podcast Outro

Today we will try a variation of the limited edition WinterFest Pebbles...this year with Marshmallows! Then some more granola from our good pal Bob, and Breaking News! Andrew bought something for us to try!!! It's an interesting granola from Kodiak...protein packed! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're feeling stressed and scattered this holiday season, today's episode is for you! In this episode, Katie guides you through the Four Pebbles Practice, a grounding, relaxing meditation that she learned from her beloved teacher, Thich Nhat Hanh. You can listen to this relaxing meditation again and again to keep yourself calm and collected during the holidays, and any time you want to tune out the noise and reconnect to your true self. Enrollment is open for the 2026 class of our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School! If you have questions about the program, we'd love to chat with you. Click here to book your free call!   During this guided relaxing meditation, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to learn from your breath ~ A relaxing meditation to help you stay calm this holiday season ~ First pebble: flower ~ Second pebble: mountain ~ Third pebble: water ~ Fourth pebble: space   Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy! Get the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-233-relaxing-meditation-the-four-pebbles-practice/

We've all had a moment when a tiny pebble sneaks into our shoe and makes it almost impossible to keep walking. We stop, we remove it, and we move forward.But what about the pebbles in our hearts—old hurts, resentments, memories, or disappointments that stay hidden until something shakes them loose?In this episode, I share a deeply personal story of discovering a pebble I didn't know I still carried. A story about a niece I loved like my own daughter—our closeness, our drifting apart, and the shock of realizing that years later, I still held hurt.When tragedy struck her life, I wanted to help. But that pebble—unnoticed, unacknowledged—made generosity feel hard. Pain blocked compassion. I wasn't proud of how I felt, but I was honest about it. And that honesty opened the door to healing.This is an episode about:

What's up, dudes? There's nothing like a Christmas jazz house song to kick off a party. I've got Steve Beech of Uplifting House Sessions with me to dive into the opening track of Winter Warnerland! Yes, we're talking Jeff Lorber “God Rest the House!”Jeff Lorber is an American keyboardist and composer specializing in jazz and fusion. After attending the Berklee College of Music, he played with Michael Brecker and John Scofield. Eventually he started Jeff Lorber Fusion and released his first album in 1977. He frequently played on Rhodes, Minimoog, and Prophet 5 keyboards. He subsequently went solo and had several singles on Billboard Dance charts.As the Winter Warnerland liner notes state:“He's the guy who first brought you Karen White with their smash hit, The Facts of Love. Kenny G, his former sax player and right now is one of the hottest session cats out there. You can hear his magic touch on current hits from U2, Pebbles, New Edition, Giant Steps, New Shoes, The California Raisins, Sheena Easton and Jeffrey Osborne. Those are just the ones he's played on this month. And you know he's saving up the good stuff for his next WB LP due sometime in 89. Even though he's a busy guy, he managed to crank out a hot house mix version of God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen for us. Turn it up!”Driving bass line? Check. Syncopated version of the melody? Got it. Minor pentatonics, blues scale embellishments, and occasional chromatic triplets? Definitely! So grab your Yamaha GS-1, and jam out to this episode on Jeff Lorber “God Rest the House!”Uplifting House SessionsYouTube: @UpliftinghouseSessionsIG: @upliftinghousesessionsGive us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!

Sunday's Race of the Day is Aqueduct's Grade 3 Pebbles Stakes. David Aragona and Mike Beer analyze here.