Podcasts about perceptions

Presented by Lauren Stibgen One thing we can all agree on these days is that things feel heavy. There are so many social issues breaking daily on the news, and the headlines can be polarizing. The polarization is most often political. As a believer in Jesus Christ, are you overthinking about politics? Have you made politics an idol? Let's explore some of the pervasive ways politics can become an idol and how we can turn to the Bible for wisdom. Why would I want to even touch this idol with a proverbial ten-foot pole? Because the real work we do at work matters for the Kingdom. A political candidate or a law will never save someone from sin. Only Jesus can. And living up to the greatest commandment to love God and love our neighbors as ourselves can get very clouded when politics becomes part of our identity—when they become an idol. A woman in one of my professional groups recently shared she was afraid to share her Christian faith because one of the churches in her community had been very outspoken about the local political climate. Being known as a Christian alone had raised so much angst in the community. By the numbers, over 50% of workers expressed concern over the impact of conversations about politics at work, but nearly 40% of U.S. workers have engaged in political discussions at work. Of this group, 60% report these conversations have impacts on productivity.[1] Add to this mix the other matter we care most about, sharing our faith. When these two topics blend, half of your audience will be concerned about the conversation and not in a good way. Can we keep politics in their proper place? Can we engage but still follow Paul's advice in Romans 12:2 to not conform to the pattern of this world but to be transformed by the renewing of our mind? Have we conformed to the world so much that we have lost our salt? Do we behave too much like the culture around us? This is not about politics, but it is about how we can check in with ourselves to see if politics have become an idol in our lives. As followers of Jesus, we are called into a dual citizenship. How we represent our heavenly one matters. — [1] CivicScience. (2025, February 11). Pulse of the U.S. Workforce Report: Political Leanings Shape Workforce Experiences, Perceptions of Leadership, and More. CivicScience. https://civicscience.com/pulse-of-the-u-s-workforce-report-political-leanings-shape-workforce-experiences-perceptions-of-leadership-and-more/

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Global instability is reshaping our relationships with major powers and pushing us closer to Asian countries. The Asia New Zealand Foundation's new survey of members finds Japan is viewed as our most trusted partner in the region, followed by Singapore. The US is now seen as a bigger threat than China – with trust in both about the same. Asia New Zealand Foundation CEO Suzannah Jessep told Heather du Plessis-Allan threat perceptions are quite elastic – it rose during the first Trump presidency, dipped during Biden, and have risen sharply this year. She says New Zealanders are reacting to what they see and experience, and during the survey period there was a sense of the US breaking the rules, impacting our economy and security. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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More exposure to Asian cultures within our communities is helping expand ties with the region. The Asia New Zealand Foundation's latest survey finds more than 60% of members now feel connected to Asian culture in their daily lives. Sociologist Paul Spoonley says more young people are considering the region for their OE, when in the past, they'd tend to opt for Europe or Australia. He told Francesca Rudkin the destinations are a draw, and people are attracted by the food, the culture, the climate, and the cost. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Det internationella samarbetet på den afrikanska kontinenten ritas om i snabb takt. Samtidigt som Sverige och flera västerländska givare minskar sin närvaro och avvecklar långvariga landstrategier, flyttar andra aktörer fram sina positioner. Inte minst Rysslands engagemang har intensifierats – och det handlar om betydligt mer än bara kortsiktig opportunism. Med en långsiktig vision om en multipolär världsordning använder Kreml en bred verktygslåda av militära, ekonomiska och informationsmässiga medel. Men vad innebär den här utvecklingen när vi skiftar perspektiv till de afrikanska ländernas egna upplevelser? Hur lyckas Ryssland vinna inflytande med relativt begränsade resurser jämfört med traditionellt bistånd? Och hur påverkas lokalbefolkningens tillit till demokrati, normer och institutioner av desinformation och ryska militära insatser? Utgångspunkten för samtalet är två rykande färska rapporter från EBA och FOI. Programledare Númi Östlund gästas i studion av Maria Perrotta Berlin (Östekonomiska institutet vid Handelshögskolan) och Anna Ida Rock (Totalförsvarets forskningsinstitut), författare av två färska rapporter om Rysslands agerande i Afrika. Läs Perceptions and Power: Assessing the Impact of Russia's Influence on Development Cooperation and Attitudes in Africa av Maria Perrotta Berlin: https://eba.se/rapporter/perceptions-and-power-assessing-the-impact-of-russias-influence-on-development-cooperation-and-attitudes-in-africa/23082/ Läs Rysslands informationspåverkan i Afrika av Anna Ida Rock: https://www.foi.se/rapportsammanfattning?reportNo=FOI%20Memo%209230

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In this episode, we hear from Megan O'Brien, Associate Director at Access Infinity, to explore why understanding payer perception is so difficult to capture in a structured way. Megan shares how traditional KPIs like time to access and price only tell part of the story, and why the softer, more subjective elements of payer engagement, from communication frequency to corporate trust, can influence reimbursement outcomes in ways that can be challenging to track. Tune in to hear how primary research and smarter feedback loops could help access teams move from measuring activity to demonstrating real impact. Send us Fan Mail

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Today, Shaye welcomes back Nebraska rancher, Jaclyn Wilson to discuss how extensive international travel has shaped her ranch management and views of global agriculture. Wilson describes how travel began through the Nebraska LEAD program and expanded into regular international speaking and industry visits, leading to operational changes at home such as organized team planning with whiteboards and calendars and greater delegation. She contrasts U.S. open-pasture wintering with UK/Ireland winter confinement driven by mud and heavy clay soils, and shares a Netherlands example where turning cows out to grass becomes an agritourism event.   Wilson outlines Dutch regulations and subsidies tied to nitrates, water runoff, stocking limits, and methane, and questions measurement accuracy for emissions and carbon credits. From Kenya, she highlights corruption concerns, diverse agricultural tours, and a “My Tank” water project. She emphasizes U.S. beef efficiency and safety but notes persistent overseas perceptions about sanitation, traceability, confinement, and antibiotics, and encourages producers to stay aware of global concerns and opportunities, including genetics and investment abroad.  Learn more about what Vence could look like on your operation here: https://bit.ly/4kfWrCG  Learn more about Noble here: https://bit.ly/3DD7uG0  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/    01:24 Jaclyn's Travel Bug Origins  03:29 Ranch Changes From Travel  05:35 Whiteboards And Planning  07:16 Winter Housing Culture Shock  10:16 Netherlands Dairy And Agritourism  12:00 EU Rules Subsidies And Nitrates  15:21 Methane Carbon And Measurement  17:52 Africa And Nuffield Journey  20:33 Kenya Corruption And Water  24:43 Water Links Every Country  25:48 Why Home Matters Most  28:08 US Beef Strengths And Perception  31:13 Genetics Trade And Open Minds 

Nous avons tendance à croire que les événements sont stressants ou difficiles par nature. Mais en réalité, une situation est neutre : c'est le sens que nous lui donnons qui crée l'émotion. Notre cerveau ne se contente pas de voir, il interprète en s'appuyant sur notre histoire et nos croyances. C'est ce qu'on appelle le « filtre de perception ».Prenons un exemple simple : une remarque constructive au travail. Là où l'un y verra une opportunité d'évolution (« Ok, je peux m'améliorer »), l'autre y verra une attaque personnelle (« Il me juge incompétente »). La situation est identique, mais les réalités émotionnelles sont opposées. C'est précisément là que naissent la plupart de nos conflits : nous oublions que l'autre ne regarde pas le monde avec nos lunettes. Quand vous dites « Je suis directe », l'autre entend peut-être « Tu es dure ».Sortir du conflit ne demande pas forcément de changer la situation, mais d'élargir sa perception. La prochaine fois qu'une tension apparaît, demandez-vous : « Quelle autre lecture cette personne pourrait-elle avoir de cet instant ? ». Accepter qu'il existe plusieurs vérités simultanées, c'est souvent le premier pas vers un apaisement immédiat.

In this episode, I speak with Geoffrey Nguyen about his work "The Use and Perceptions of Virtual Reality Simulator Training for Ophthalmological Surgical Education." Follow Geoffrey on Instagram at @heygeoffrey 

Please join us for “Multi-tiered Systems of Support for Adults: A Discussion with Dr. Lori Desautels.”Dr. Lori Desautels began teaching undergraduate and graduate programs in the College of Education at Butler University in 2016. She was previously an Assistant Professor at Marian University in Indianapolis for eight years, where she started the Educational Neuroscience Symposium, which is now in its 15th year and has reached thousands of educators. Dr. Desautels focuses on teaching her students how to apply social and relational neurosciences to education. She does this by incorporating the tier one trauma accommodating Applied Educational Neuroscience framework, along with its learning principles and practices, into her Butler coursework.The Applied Educational Neuroscience Certification, developed by Lori in 2016, serves educators, counselors, clinicians, and administrators working with children and adolescents who have experienced adversity and trauma. This certification has reached thousands of educators globally. As a course partner at the Polyvagal Institute, Lori collaborates with Dr. Stephen Porges to teach courses integrating polyvagal theory into schools, organizations, and communities for educators and mental health professionals.Lori's articles are published in Edutopia, Brain Bulletin, and Mind Body Spirit international magazine. She was also published in the Brain Research Journal for her work in the fifth-grade classrooms during a course release position with Washington Township Schools. Lori continues her work co-teaching in the K-12 schools integrating her applied research into classroom procedures and transition, preparing the nervous system for learning and felt safety. Her third book, Connections over Compliance: Rewiring our Perceptions of Discipline, was released in late 2020, and Intentional Neuroplasticity: Moving Our Nervous Systems and Educational System Toward Post-Traumatic Growth, her fourth book, was released in January 2023. Her new book/manual titled Body and Brain Brilliance: A Manual to cultivate awareness and Practices for our Nervous System was published in 2024. Lori's work, presentation videos and latest research can also be found on her website www.revelationsineducation.com.Lori lives in Indianapolis, Indiana, with her husband, Michael, and two rescue pets. They have three adult children, Andrew, Sarah, and Regan, and a new grandchild, Miles Desautels Dorsey.Lori has met with well over 200 school districts across the country, in Canada, Costa Rica, Australia, Scotland, England, and Dubai, equating to more than 150,000 educators with much more work to be done!Support the show

Rob Jones is a retired Marine Corps Sergeant, Paralympic Bronze Medalist, and world-class endurance athlete. After losing both legs above the knee to an IED while serving as a combat engineer in Afghanistan, Rob dedicated his life to proving that a traumatic injury does not define a person's potential. He is best known for his "31 Marathons in 31 Days" challenge and for being the first double above-knee amputee to cycle across the United States. Today, he is a leadership instructor with Echelon Front, helping others develop a mindset of resilience and extreme ownership.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robjonesjourney/ Website: https://www.robjonesjourney.com/ Get a copy of Put Your Legs On: https://www.amazon.com/Put-Your-Legs-Survive-Recover/dp/B0G4GVP9TV/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KEMDENZ49FCJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.laDWfx1XsQ5yFzPaRoV0yv0H7ECKNzlmObgkANXhYeHj3sc1z3JKW9cs8yC5yhT7J322bMGsxormCByhe3e58X9SCyOnoPTtae1twyjVwDGdB856YBt6DwKg9-ylf5q8-z0tu_dDaw5CvdtnWxKZrmFtENajp5N_TegvzSQjSTsIP-BwxYX1R71e20hDMM5WWPBwcb5yaPaGpH2EwMDdehPYQYZiAPnbNs2YeIefeBc.quRbMBj3IdqE3hETog4aw21Ttokoatf6cagAySiOFMs&dib_tag=se&keywords=put+your+legs+on+book&qid=1778693064&sprefix=put+your+legs+on%2Caps%2C259&sr=8-1 Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 00:36 Introduction 04:28 Experiences as a military surgeon 07:35 Different types of prosthetics 10:27 Putting on a prosthetic leg 13:00 Balancing gym workouts and running 17:57 Adapting jiu jitsu techniques 19:57 Running a marathon with minimal training 22:58 Finding purpose after tragedy 26:51 Joining Echelon front as instructor 29:36 Inspiration from fellow amputee 33:47 Importance of stressing joint areas 38:54 Motivation to care for family 41:27 Sticking with a workout routine 44:31 Perceptions of veteran life 47:04 Getting a signed copy of Put Your Legs On Join Revero now to regain your health: https://revero.com/YT Revero.com is an online medical clinic for treating chronic diseases with this root-cause approach of nutrition therapy. You can get access to medical providers, personalized nutrition therapy, biomarker tracking, lab testing, ongoing clinical care, and daily coaching. You will also learn everything you need with educational videos, hundreds of recipes, and articles to make this easy for you. Join the Revero team (medical providers, etc): https://revero.com/jobs ‪#Revero #ReveroHealth #shawnbaker  #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach  #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree Disclaimer: The content on this channel is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider.

In this episode, host Dr Matthias Catón welcomes Dr Deborah Elms to unravel the shifting ground of global trade and business diplomacy against a backdrop of accelerating geopolitical and economic disruption. Amidst a world in flux, the conversation focuses on how businesses, governments, and international organisations are grappling with uncertainty and seeking sustainable models amidst fragmentation. About the guest Dr Deborah Elms Dr Deborah Elms is a leading authority on Asia-Pacific trade policy and serves as Head of Trade Policy at the Hinrich Foundation in Singapore. She brings wide-ranging experience advising governments and international bodies, with prior roles including founder of the Asian Trade Centre, board member at the UNESCAP, and member of the World Economic Forum's Trade and Investment Council. Her research and advocacy focus on connecting evidence-based insights with public understanding and policy design to promote sustainable, inclusive trade. Hinrich FoundationLinkedIn Key Topics Trade Policy in the Age of Disruption Dr Deborah Elms observes that although some companies acknowledge the rise of geopolitical risk, most remain unprepared for the depth of change overtaking global trade. She highlights the growing rupture between legacy systems and the “existential” questions now facing the international trading system, particularly in Asia where the pace and scale of transition are most keenly felt. Perceptions of Fairness and the Role of Policy Dr Deborah Elms revisits the economic doctrine of comparative advantage, noting that although free trade promises collective long-run benefits, short-term and sectoral dislocations can spark political backlash if not managed with sensitive and continuous government support. She underscores Singapore's proactive approach to lifelong skills development as a model, while cautioning that much of the world has failed to address trade's losers, leaving the field open to populist grievances and misattribution of job losses to trade rather than technology. Asia's Collaborative Trade Momentum Despite a retreat from global mega-deals, Dr Deborah Elms spotlights Asia as a region still animated by openness, experimentation, and new frameworks for collaboration. She explains how export-led growth has transformed Asian societies, fuelling broad-based enthusiasm for trade and an appetite for both major pacts and targeted “mini-deals” between states, such as Singapore and New Zealand's recent agreement on essential goods. Digital Trade and Data Governance Turning to digital trade, Dr Deborah Elms pushes back against narrow definitions, contending that nearly all economic activity has a digital component. She details regulatory challenges around data, especially in Europe, and illustrates how well-intentioned rules, if inflexible, risk stifling innovation, creating barriers for international business, and failing to keep pace with the speed of technological change. Looking Ahead: A Bold Prediction Asked to envision the global trading landscape in a decade, Dr Deborah Elms foresees a world that is “much more fragmented and much more expensive”, with businesses struggling under the escalating cost of complexity and partial decoupling. She emphasises the need for adaptability as firms and countries confront this new era yet retains hope that such challenges will eventually prod leaders back towards multilateralism. Executive Briefing – what you should read now Hinrich Foundation Newsletter: A weekly digest of research and commentary on global trade trends, with a strong Asia-Pacific perspective. Global Trade Alert: Data-driven analysis illuminating the real impact of tariffs, subsidies, and trade interventions, especially on hot-button issues such as overcapacity in China. Geopolitical Dispatch: A succinct, business-oriented bulletin distilling the most pressing global developments relevant to business, modelled on the best practice of leader briefings. Conclusion This episode underscores the profound recalibration now reshaping global trade, business diplomacy, and corporate strategy. For decision makers coping with uncertainty and disruption, the signal message is clear: Engagement, adaptability, and cooperation remain vital to navigating the complex world ahead.Explore more episodes and expert resources at Business Diplomacy Today.

How does the culture in which you live shape the life that you lead? We all know that culture affects the languages we speak and the foods we eat. But anthropologist Joseph Henrich says the impact of culture goes even further, reaching into our bodies and our minds. He takes us on a journey through time to show how human cultures create a "collective brain," and how that shared knowledge profoundly shapes who we are and how we live.   Hidden Brain is headed back on the road this summer, for the latest leg of our Perceptions tour! Join Shankar as he shares key psychological insights from the first decade of the show. More information on tour stops and tickets can be found at our tour page.  Episode illustration by Esma Melike Sezer for Unsplash+ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Kinney, Chad Hyams, and Bob Stewart delve into the concept of "trickling"—the flow of ideas, emotions, and energy in leadership and personal interactions. Discover which information should move upward, downward, and sideways to maintain positivity and productivity. The hosts explore how our communication impacts peers, employees, and family members, emphasizing awareness and intentionality. Whether discussing leadership lessons, workplace dynamics, or familial relationships, the team highlights the importance of managing information flow to ensure a positive impact in both personal and professional spheres. ---------- Connect with the hosts: •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/   More ways to connect: •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/   Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network 00:00 Leadership Lessons on Effective Communication and Problem Management 06:00 The Impact of Parental Behavior on Children's Perception of Money 08:47 Building Awareness and Energy in Leadership Dynamics 13:18 The Impact of Negative Talk on Workplace Culture 15:25 The Dynamics of Problem Solving and Communication in Relationships 22:45 The Impact of Communication on Relationships and Perceptions 24:48 The Trickle Effect: Impact and Direction in Daily Interactions

Season 6, Episode 747: The Raw Truth about Sex Work, Shame, and Autonomy with Ex-Webcam Girl and Author Breezie Axelrod. What happens when a woman loses everything — her financial stability, her family support, even access to her own bank accounts — and the only thing left is her body and her will to survive? The Webcam Girl Next-Door is Breezie Axelrod's raw, unapologetic memoir detailing how she went from full-time caregiver to webcam performer after her father's sudden abduction and a devastating family betrayal left her financially stranded. No ID. No recent work history. No safety net. What followed wasn't fantasy — it was survival. Told through her real, unfiltered journal entries, Breezie documents the emotional, sexual, and psychological realities of entering the webcam world out of desperation. The book pulls back the curtain on digital intimacy, power dynamics, shame, empowerment, and the complicated truth behind subscription-based adult platforms. This isn't a glamorized "sex work success" story. It's messy. Vulnerable. Sometimes dark. Sometimes funny. And fiercely honest about what it means to monetize desire when the alternative is losing everything. Get the book "The Webcam Girl Next-Door" (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4utjCPh Topics: – The raw realities of webcam performance – What people get wrong about online sex work – Survival sex vs. empowerment narratives – Digital intimacy and the illusion of control – Family betrayal and rebuilding from nothing Emotional connection is often more valuable than explicit content, men who wanted to participate often just wanted a genuine human connection. From Caregiver to Webcam Performer Memoir Independence and Platform Evolution Connecting with Regulars Beyond the Sexual Respecting Different Sexual Preferences Setting Boundaries in Sex Work Business Struggling Without Resources and Support Pioneering Women's Advertising Network Online Long Distance Connection and Heartbreak Cultural Shame Around Sexuality Why Women Cheat, Men Cheat, and Repression of Desires and the real harm of denying our human sexuality Fighting for Sexual Empowerment and Independence Powerful Men Protected by Wealth and Influence want to control women who are making money off themselves as entrepreneurs Society's Unsustainable System Will Collapse Women's Rights and Respect in Relationships Why Women Leave and Men Need to Evolve Projection? Perceptions? Insights. Shame, and Sexual Repression in Society Women Are Giving Up on Men Women do not mutilate yourself and cripple your pleasure! Keep all those genital parts for maximal pleasure. Don't steal your own enjoyment by doing harmful alterations to your genitals. Beach House Views, Dark Romance Stalker Suspense Thriller by Ruan Willow: Get Ruan Willow's new dark romance suspense thriller fiction novel "Beach House Views" for only $0.99 (for a limited time only) universal link https://mybook.to/beachhouseviews ⁠Support the show and get exclusive content⁠ Sign up for Ruan's Newsletters ⁠https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow The Arousal Package Novella witch story: https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/thearousalpackage Universal link: https://mybook.to/thearousalpack Ryze coffee use code podna15 to get 15% OFF at (affiliate) https://www.ryzesuperfoods.com/ Get 10% OFF ENTIRE ORDER (min. purchase $69, no usage limits) with code RUANWILLOW10 on pleasure sex toys at https://www.kiiroo.com/ https://offers.feeliate.com/to92wTJh Affiliate link, collect your body's health and sexual health info with a wearable device for men from Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 ⁠⁠https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow⁠ Ruan's Book: Beach House Views: https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/beachhouseviewsbook https://mybook.to/beachhouseviews Copyright Pink Infinity Publishing 2026. All Rights Reserved.

What happens when two best mates decide not to let disability stop them from seeing the world?In this episode of ListenABLE, Dylan Alcott and Angus O'Loughlin sit down with Fletcher and Lachie, the duo behind the viral social account “Two Mates One Chair”. After a mountain biking accident left Fletch paraplegic, the pair turned friendship, humour and pure determination into a global adventure that's inspiring millions online.From piggybacking up 270 slippery stairs in Hong Kong, to navigating inaccessible train stations in Europe, ATV mishaps in Brazil, and discovering the kindness of strangers around the world, this conversation is equal parts hilarious, emotional and eye-opening.The boys open up about:The reality of travelling the world in a wheelchairGoing viral online while backpacking internationallyAccessibility challenges across Europe, Asia and South AmericaFletcher's life-changing mountain biking accidentFriendship, disability and learning to ask for helpWhy people with disability still deserve adventureThe countries that surprised them most with accessibilityHow social media has changed perceptions around disabilityThe messages from followers that changed everythingWhy saying “yes” has completely transformed their livesThis is one of the funniest and most uplifting ListenABLE episodes yet, while also delivering an important conversation around accessibility, inclusion and the power of friendship.Follow Two Mates One Chair https://www.instagram.com/twomates1chair/Follow us:https://www.instagram.com/listenable_podcast/00:00 Ability Fest & Dylan Alcott Foundation02:40 Meet “Two Mates One Chair”05:50 The first viral video07:14 Accessibility around the world16:14 Fletcher's mountain bike accident20:40 Learning the art of the piggyback27:00 What happens after the trip ends?29:00 Advice for young people with disability32:00 “My life is 10 times better now”35:50 How people treat disability overseas38:00 Dating, nightlife & travelling together39:40 What's next for the boys?disability travel stories ,paraplegic travel, wheelchair backpacking ,accessible tourism, spinal cord injury recovery, wheelchair travel vlog, disability awareness podcast, ListenABLE podcast, inclusive travel, viral travel story, Australian travel creators, adaptive lifestyle

The ESCMID Global Late Breakers series returns to Communicable! Five CMI Communications editors – Marc Bonten, Josh Davis, Angela Huttner, Anne-Grete Märtson, and Erin McCreary – handpicked five late-breaking trials presented at ESCMID Global 2026 to summarise their  findings and discuss whether the results will change their practice. This is part one of the two-part series. Trials presented are listed below and links to their respective sessions can be watched and rewatched on the ESCMID Global Virtual Platform. Links to corresponding publications, if available, and mentioned related articles are provided as well. The FAST trial (Late-breaking research from JAMA)Banerjee R, et al. Fast Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing for Gram-Negative Bacteremia. The FAST Randomized Clinical Trial, doi: 10.1001/jama.2026.5487 Srinivasan A. A Multinational Trial of Rapid Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing. Is FASTer Better?, doi: 10.1001/jama.2026.5504The CEFMEC trial (Poster session)Hayakawa K, et al. Effectiveness of cefmetazole versus meropenem for invasive urinary tract infections caused by extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli, Antimicrob Agents Chemother 2023, doi: 10.1128/aac.00510-23The COBRA trial (Late-breaking trials in surgical infection prevention)Overdevest AG, et al. Antibiotic treatment for 1 day versus 4-7 days in patients with acute cholangitis after adequate endoscopic biliary drainage (COBRA): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials, doi: 10.1186/s13063-026-09524-7The DOTS trial, a secondary analysis (Late-breaking research from JAMA)Lodise, TP, et al. Pharmacokinetics of Dalbavancin in Complicated Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia: A Secondary Analysis of the DOTS Randomized Clinical Trial, JAMA 2026, doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2026.11652 Walls G, et al. Patient-reported Perceptions, Experiences, and Preferences Around Intravenous and Oral Antibiotics for the Treatment of Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia: A Descriptive Qualitative Study, Clin Infect Dis 2026, doi: 10.1093/cid/ciaf522Turner  NA , et al.  Dalbavancin for treatment of Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia: the DOTS randomized clinical trial. JAMA 2025, doi: 10.1001/jama.2025.12543 Maribavir for clinically significant cytomegalovirus infection in hematopoietic cell transplantation: a real-world retrospective international study of the Infectious Disease Working Party of EBMT (Late-breaking research from The Lancet)Paviglianiti A, et al. Maribavir for clinically significant cytomegalovirus infection in haematopoietic cell transplant recipients in Europe: a real-world multicentre retrospective registry study. Lancet 2026. doi: 10.1016/S1473-3099(26)00144-1

In recognition of Older Americans Month, this episode of the Research Insights Podcast revisits "Public Perception of Longevity and its Drivers."   As Americans live longer, perceptions of longevity play an important role in shaping retirement planning, financial preparedness, and long-term security. This episode explores how individuals think about life expectancy, what influences those beliefs, and why those perceptions matter for individuals, families, employers, and public programs.   Understanding longevity is more than tracking a demographic trend—it informs how we prepare for retirement, health needs, and financial resilience across decades. Listen now to revisit this timely conversation during Older Americans Month and beyond.

Razi's being Razi, Buff's ready to argue, and Ferg is not budging. This week the brothers go ALL in on what it really means to be a "catch" in today's dating world, and spoiler alert: they don't agree on much.Is it your lifestyle? Your past decisions? Your bank account? Your body count? Society's opinion — or your own? Razi breaks it down with the facts, Buff comes in with the hot takes, and Ferg asks the questions that make everybody uncomfortable. From societal double standards to personal dealbreakers, the brothers pull no punches on what people actually value in a partner versus what they say they value.If you've ever been told you're "too much" or "not enough" — or you've said that to someone else — this episode is going to hit different. Come ready to argue, laugh, and maybe check yourself a little.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Current Events03:25 Child Support and Travel Restrictions06:33 Health Concerns and Hantavirus09:46 Celebrity News and Social Issues12:37 Political Commentary and Voting Rights15:15 Men's Accountability and Support17:57 Defining a 'Catch' in Relationships27:33 The Importance of Connection and Presence29:59 Defining a 'Catch' in Relationships31:33 Standards and Expectations in Relationships34:16 Qualities That Make Someone a Catch37:47 The Impact of Past Decisions on Relationships40:25 Individual Perspectives on Being a Catch45:29 The Subjectivity of Attraction and Value54:02 The Complexity of Relationships and Past Choices56:49 Judgment and Understanding in Dating59:36 Defining a 'Catch' in Relationships01:02:39 Individual Standards and Relationship Dynamics01:07:16 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth in Dating01:13:40 Trust and Disclosure in Relationships01:16:36 The Impact of Past Choices on Relationships01:18:23 Decision-Making and Its Consequences01:21:16 Perceptions of Strippers and Catchability01:27:22 Public Opinion and Personal Choices01:30:40 Reflections on Personal Growth and Relationships keywords#relationships, #catch, qualities, societal standards, personal values, #dating, trust, accountability, past decisions, compatibility relationships, catch or not, personal choices, societal perceptions, dating standards, past decisions, lifestyle, self-reflection, individual value, relationship advice

Perceptions are not just important to manage on a personal level, but an organizational one as well. Today we discuss the identity management at a higher level and decision-making around perception of an institution and their work. There are many ways to handle it well, but there's a high potential for mistakes, too! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

In this episode, Kiran Chawla is joined by East Baton Rouge Parish Constable Terrica Williams to discuss her push for a pay raise for the constable's office, coinciding with a historic increase recently approved for the Baton Rouge Police Department (BRPD). Constable Williams emphasizes that her support for the BRPD's raise does not diminish the need for her deputies to receive similar recognition for their work in law enforcement. Timestamps03:34 Understanding Constable Responsibilities08:47 Historical Pay Inequities 13:11 The 15% Raise Proposal26:23 Perceptions of Racial Division32:34 Security Concerns in City Hall36:16 Clarifying Constable Duties39:47 Community Engagement and SupportLocal Sponsors for this episode include:Neighbors Federal Credit Union:Another Chance Bail Bonds:Family Worship Center Church

AI is transforming medicine—but are global medical education systems ready? Our review examines how students and faculty perceive AI integration and what needs to change in medical education. #AIinMedicine #MedEd Read the accompanying article here: https://doi.org/10.1111/medu.70071

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Ralph welcomes six authors to discuss their books: “Beyond Nuclear” founder Linda Gunter; trial lawyer Sean Simpson; law professor Elizabeth Burch; naturalist David Schmidt; industrial hygienist Marc Axelrod; and educator and advocate Jonathan Kozol.Linda Gunter is the founder of the US-based non-profit Beyond Nuclear and serves as its international specialist. Previously, she was a journalist at USA Network, Reuters, and The Times. She launched, and writes for Beyond Nuclear's online magazine, Beyond Nuclear International. And she is the author of No To Nuclear: Why Nuclear Power Destroys Lives, Derails Climate Progress and Provokes War.We need to reduce the most carbon, the fastest, for the least cost—and that's renewables every time. But it's also an issue of: as we divert funds towards nuclear power (new reactors, which are not here now, they're just aspirational ideas on paper, none of the designs have certifications or licenses yet) as we divert time and our money towards waiting for something that will perhaps take a decade or two (or never) to materialize, and as we squeeze out renewables in the process, what do we do? We continue to burn fossil fuels. So actually, choosing nuclear as an answer to climate makes the climate crisis worse.Linda GunterSean Simpson is an attorney specializing in civil jury trials, representing individuals who have been harmed by someone else's carelessness or intentional wrongdoing. He is the author of Punitive Damages: The Lawyer's Tool for Shaping Society.[Punitive damages are] typically not covered by insurance. But oddly enough, there's a trend coming now where these corporations—because they're in control, we've let them have the reins, and now they're getting insurance companies to sell them coverage to cover their punitive damages, which is totally a 180. If somebody else is going to pay your punishment for you, it's not going to sting your rump if somebody gets spanked on somebody else's behind.Sean SimpsonElizabeth Burch is a professor at the University of Georgia School of Law, and co-author of Perceptions of Justice in Multidistrict Litigation: Voices from the Crowd. She is the author of The Pain Brokers: How Con Men, Call Centers, and Rogue Doctors Fuel America's Lawsuit Factory.Imagine that you are sitting in your kitchen and you get a phone call one night. And you answer, and the person on the other end of the line knows an inordinate amount of information about you—they know your name, they know your birth date, they know the name of your doctor, the name of your hospital, the date and type of medical implant that you had put in you. And then they tell you that you have a ticking time bomb in you. And if you don't have this removed immediately (that in this case was pelvic mesh, which is designed to deal with incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse) that you are going to die. But not to worry, they are setting up appointments down in South Florida to have the mesh removed. What they don't say is all of the important things.Elizabeth BurchDavid Schmidt is lifelong San Francisco Bay Area resident, naturalist, and environmental historian. He worked as a writer in the public affairs office of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in San Francisco from 1991 to 2021, led dozens of hikes for the Greenbelt Alliance in the region's extensive public parklands, and volunteered on habitat restoration projects for the Golden Gate National Parks and the California Native Plant Society. He is the author of San Francisco Bay Area: An Environmental History.I think [the environmental movement in the Bay Area] is the most successful regional environmental movement in US history. Its victories have had a tremendous impact on protecting the natural landscape, the agricultural landscape. And this is a landscape that is famous for its scenic beauty. It's among the world's most biodiverse landscapes with more than a thousand species of plants and wildlife. And persistence pays off. That is the theme that comes across time and again with environmental victories is: persistence pays off.David SchmidtMarc Axelrod is an award-winning front line industrial hygienist and workplace safety professional. He has developed and implemented programs to protect people from industry's most hazardous technologies. He has worked for employers including Boeing, Kaiser Permanente, UCLA and the City of Beverly Hills. He is the author of The Flame Bucket: Adventures in Workplace Safety.You can lie down in the flame bucket and stop a [rocket] launch, but you can only do it once. So I decided that we had a very risky program [at the city of Beverly Hills]. It was for testing our commercial drivers for alcohol and drugs. And somehow they got a big percentage of them, almost a third of them, got left out of the program. And I can see, being backstage, what happens in city government where people leave and people come and how these kinds of things can occur. But when they do happen, what you've got to do is stop everything, blame the people that left, and then fix it right away. But this program—even though people knew that there was a big gap in it, they just didn't want to fix it. But I knew as City Safety Officer, I was responsible. So after months of delay, I said, “Listen, these drivers can't drive anymore. They can't do their safety functions without a clearance test from our drug and alcohol program.” And so that got their attention, and we quickly fixed the program, and I got a lot of thank yous. And then a few days later, I was fired.Marc AxelrodJonathan Kozol is a leading advocate for child-centered learning, equality, and racial justice in our nation's schools, and he travels and lectures about educational inequality and racial injustice. Mr. Kozol is the author of nearly a dozen books about young children and their public schools, including Death at an Early Age, An End to Inequality: Breaking Down the Walls of Apartheid Education in America, and We Shall Not Bow Down: Children of Color Under Siege: An Invocation to Resistance.My book is not simply a polite description of these problems. It's probably the most militant book I've ever written. It's an open call for militant resistance. And, you know, I get condemned for that, but I'm not afraid to say that I'm an unregenerate activist, and I'm too old to change my stripes.Jonathan KozolNews 5/1/26* Perhaps the biggest news of the week is the Supreme Court's 6-3 decision in Louisiana v. Callais to gut Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, which preserved majority-minority congressional districts. In practice, this ruling gives conservative Southern states license to draw these districts out of existence. Jonathan Cervas, a political scientist at Carnegie-Mellon University who has served as a special master in multiple Voting Rights Act cases, is quoted in AP saying “The Voting Rights Act as a means to protect minority voters from vote dilution is essentially dead.” In the Washington Post, NAACP President Derrick Johnson called the decision “a devastating blow to what remains of the Voting Rights Act, and a license for corrupt politicians who want to rig the system by silencing entire communities,” and “a major setback for our nation and…the hard-won victories we've fought, bled, and died for.” In practice, this ruling is sure to set off a new round of redrawing congressional districts, likely resulting in a net gain of 12 seats – half of the Southern Section 2 districts – for the GOP. In Louisiana itself, CNN reports Governor Jeff Landry has halted House primaries, where “Early voting was scheduled to begin Saturday and overseas ballots had already gone out.” Moreover, “Democratic Rep. Cleo Fields, whose district is at the center of the Supreme Court's redistricting decision, said…Landry had told him he anticipated issuing an executive order to suspend the House election and call a new one.”* Speaking of Southern congressional districts, in Florida's 20th district, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick has “defiantly” filed to run again in the special election for her former district, per NOTUS. Cherfilus-McCormick resigned her seat in Congress last week just minutes before the House Ethics Committee was scheduled to “recommend punishment on an array of charges.” She had previously been found guilty of “25 ethics violations, including allegedly stealing $5 million dollars in federal disaster-aid funds used to bolster her 2021 campaign,” following an extensive investigation running for two years and including “issuing 58 subpoenas, interviewing 28 witnesses and reviewing over 33,000 documents.” Elijah Manley, the young progressive running for the seat, is quoted saying “Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned in disgrace moments before her colleagues were set to expel her from Congress…The last thing our community needs is a second round of chaos and instability. She should focus on her legal troubles.”* In more positive news from Congress, Rep. Greg Casar announced this week that the Congressional Progressive Caucus he chairs is issuing a new Affordability Agenda, bringing together a slew of bills sponsored by progressives – on topics ranging from housing to groceries to prescription drugs and more – into a unified package. In an introduction, the Caucus emphasizes that “Americans are facing a cost-of-living crisis and…At the same time, Democrats are searching for a vision that wins back the trust of working families and provides a mandate to deliver the big changes our country needs in 2026.” The question now is whether the Democratic Party will take up this banner and run with it or once again spurn their progressive base.* Meanwhile, the Trump administration is occupied with their continuing efforts to persecute comedians for anodyne jokes. The latest on this front is the Federal Communications Commission ordering the Walt Disney Company's ABC to seek early broadcast license renewals for the eight TV stations it owns, following a joke about Melania Trump on Jimmy Kimmel's late night show, NPR reports. The joke, a “mock speech for an alternative White House Correspondents' Dinner,” which went “Our first lady Melania is here. So beautiful. Mrs. Trump, you have a glow like an expectant widow,” aired three days before the actual White House Correspondents' Dinner and the corresponding security threat. Kimmel has stressed that the joke was about the age difference between the President and First Lady “not, by any stretch of the definition, a call to assassination. And they know that.” FCC Commissioner Anna M. Gomez, sole Democrat still on the commission, issued a statement calling this “the most egregious action this FCC has taken in violation of the First Amendment to date…As part of its ongoing campaign of censorship and control, the White House called publicly for the silencing of a vocal critic, and this FCC has now answered that call.”* Another scandalous act of corruption from inside the federal government came to light this week with Gannon Ken Van Dyke, a special operations soldier stationed at Fort Bragg being charged with insider trading. Specifically, Van Dyke is charged with three counts of violating the Commodity Exchange Account, one count of wire fraud and one count of an unlawful money transaction for using classified government information to win over $400,000 via prediction betting site Polymarket vis-a-vis the kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, per the Hill. U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Jay Clayton, also heading up the prosecution of President Maduro, is quoted saying “Prediction markets are not a haven for using misappropriated confidential or classified information for personal gain.” For their part, Polymarket has announced tightened insider trading rules, but continues to insist that “When we identified a user trading on classified government information, we referred the matter to the DOJ & cooperated with their investigation,” and that Van Dyke's arrest is “proof the system works.”* In more news related to Latin America, a new poll shows leftist Senator and presidential candidate Iván Cepeda with a substantial lead, according to the City Paper Bogotá. In polls of the first round, Cepeda drew 44.3%, while his rivals, Abelardo de la Espriella and Paloma Valencia drew 21.5% and 19.8% respectively, an impressive showing for Valencia who has nearly doubled her support since the last poll was taken. In the second round, polling shows Cepeda besting both rivals, 54.6% to 42.6% against de la Espriella and a narrower 51.2% versus 46.6% against Valencia. A Cepeda victory would continue the leftward trend in Colombian politics begun with the election of Gustavo Petro in 2022, a remarkable turnaround for one of the most stalwart conservative countries in the region.* Elsewhere on the globe, a new poll shows Jeremy Corbyn – the British left icon, former Labour Party leader and founder of Your Party – in danger of losing his long-held seat in the riding of Islington North. Corbyn, who was first elected to the seat in 1983, was able to keep his seat as an independent MP even after his expulsion from the Labour Party following the hostile takeover of the party by the centrist Keir Starmer regime. Yet now, with Your Party coming apart at the seams, the Greens look poised to capture the seat. However, the Canary notes that this poll only asked voters about their partisan voting intentions, with no mention of individual candidates. This means even if voters in Islington North are more sympathetic to the Greens overall, they could still return Corbyn himself to Parliament. Nevertheless, this poll gives some indication of how successfully the Greens have outmaneuvered Your Party, even in what should be their most solid riding.* Another iconic British public figure – King Charles III – is in America this week for a royal visit in which he addressed a joint session of Congress, met with President Trump and enjoyed a White House dinner. On Wednesday, the King attended a wreath-laying ceremony at Ground Zero in New York City, along with New York Governor Kathy Hochul, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill and, most strikingly, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. This unlikely pairing has clearly piqued the interest of the press, who asked Mayor Mamdani what he would talk about with the King if they were to have a private moment together. While the duo did not ultimately have a private meeting, Mamdani responded that he would “probably encourage [the King] to return the Kohinoor diamond,” which POLITICO identifies as “an enormous bauble set into a royal crown on display in the Tower of London,” noting that the diamond has “become a point of contention between England and India.”* In more local news, with the protracted California gubernatorial primary on the horizon at last, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees or IATSE, has thrown their weight behind progressive billionaire Tom Steyer, Variety reports. This piece notes Steyer's pledge to keep film and television production in Los Angeles along with his outspoken criticism of the merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. as well as his proposal to levy a tax on AI computations and use the proceeds to “fund training for displaced workers.” IATSE represents around 50,000 workers in California and 130,000 workers nationwide. Steyer has amassed considerable union support in his bid for perhaps the second most powerful political executive position in the country after the presidency, including the California Teachers Association, the California Federation of Teachers, and the California Nurses Association. Steyer's closest Democratic rival in the open primary, former Congressman, state Attorney General and HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra is racking up endorsements as well, including from Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California and powerful California politicianss such as Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas. With a close race between the top four leading Democrats and Republicans, the June 2nd primary is sure to conclude with a photo finish.* Finally, in Washington DC, the Democratic Mayoral primary continues to grow more acrimonious. This week, former Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie, the candidate backed by corporate donors and the DC political establishment, criticized progressive Councilmember Janeese Lewis-George in a fundraising email for supposedly accepting “dark money from outside interest groups.” Which groups you may ask? Local unions, representing tens of thousands of DC workers, including local branches of the AFL-CIO, UFCW, transit workers, teachers, the building trades and more. In a stinging rebuke, the unions excoriated McDuffie for his “disturbing pattern of anti-union talking points and votes” including opposition to wage increases for DC restaurant and child-care workers – while simultaneously accepting donations from “MAGA developers…[and] utility and energy executives.” Moreover, Axios reports Safe & Affordable DC, a labor-aligned super PAC, is launching a half-million dollar ad blitz attacking McDuffie on his record of favoritism towards the utilities at a moment when bills are higher than ever. Tensions mounted even higher this week, when the D.C. Office of Campaign Finance opened an investigation to determine whether Lewis George's campaign is collaborating too closely with her union allies – an allegation she has dismissed as “baseless.” It is worth noting that DC progressives have had this accusation leveled at them in the past, only for it to indeed prove baseless. Expect this race to get more heated, and more expensive, the closer we get to the June 16th primary.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

In Philippa's discussion with historian Nicola Tallis about Lady Jane Grey, we covered some of her true story, achievements, and how perceptions have been shaped over time. We explored her intelligence, potential, and the importance of re-evaluating her legacy.This interview is also available to watch on the British History Youtube channel - click hereChapters00:00 Introduction and Book Reflection00:28 Perceptions of Lady Jane Grey01:23 Changing the Victim Narrative02:22 Jane's Intellectual Achievements04:25 Her Languages and Interests06:50 Her Life and Aspirations08:41 The Loss of Potential10:05 What Kind of Queen Would She Have Been?12:30 Reframing Jane's Legacy and RecognitionThank you for listening to this episode, I hope you enjoyed it. There are many more historian interviews for you to enjoy with people such as Tracy Borman OBE, Gareth Russell, Helen Castor, Helen Carr and many more. I'd really appreciate your help in making this show the best it can be. I know time is precious but if you do have 10 minutes you can spare to fill out this anonymous listener survey, I'd be really grateful - http://bit.ly/britishhistorypodcast-surveyPhilippa founded award-winning Historic Tour Operator British History Tours in 2014. Find out about these luxury, fully-escorted, immersive historical experiences at BritishHistoryTours.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Rowe, best known for Dirty Jobs, joins the podcast to talk about why so many skilled trade careers are still misunderstood. He shares why he thinks perception, not opportunity, is the real barrier and why telling better, more honest stories about these careers matters. See more innovation in packaging and processing at PACK EXPO International than anywhere else! It's the show that defines where the industry is headed, with the solutions that define where your business can go. Discover state-of-the-art packaging technology, processing equipment, new materials, sustainable solutions, supply chain resources and more. You'll walk away with innovative solutions to challenges, big and small. Register at packexpointernational.com.Register for PACK EXPO International today!

"La souveraineté c'est être capable d'aller chercher sa data et de l'exploiter comme on veut, quand on veut" Le D.E.V. de la semaine est Loïc Tosser, CTO et cofounder de Kalvad. Pionnier du self-hosting dans un environnement hyper-régulé, il raconte comment la nécessité de souveraineté des données a guidé ses choix techniques, et pourquoi il défend l'indépendance vis-à-vis des géants du cloud, même aujourd'hui. L'épisode explore l'évolution des enjeux de latence, de coût et de contrôle technique, mais surtout la culture de l'ingénierie et la transmission du savoir, avec des anecdotes concrètes sur le quotidien du self-hosted. Loïc plaide pour une approche collaborative et une réelle culture générale tech, sans « guerre de chapelle ». De l'importance de rester maître de ses données à l'appel à soutenir les solutions et talents français, il signe un plaidoyer franc pour la résilience numérique.Chapitrages00:01:02 : Introduction au self-hosted00:01:05 : La nécessité du self-hosted à Dubaï00:02:48 : Les défis des infrastructures limitées00:04:35 : La gestion des ressources et des performances00:06:57 : Équilibrer service et contraintes techniques00:08:53 : Les premiers défis techniques rencontrés00:11:07 : Comparaison avec l'embarqué00:13:37 : L'apprentissage dans la douleur00:16:23 : Indicateurs d'observabilité et communication00:18:03 : Anticipation des besoins et évolutions00:19:17 : Offres d'hébergement et sécurité00:21:03 : Défis de sécurité avec des acteurs gouvernementaux00:21:41 : Dépendance technologique et souveraineté00:23:05 : Opinions sur Kubernetes et simplification00:25:48 : Alternatives à Kubernetes pour simplifier les infrastructures00:26:28 : Départ vers le cloud00:27:46 : Perceptions biaisées sur le cloud00:30:07 : Les coûts cachés du cloud00:33:35 : L'importance de la connaissance technique00:38:09 : La complémentarité des compétences00:40:54 : La souveraineté des données00:45:15 : La nécessité de l'accès illimité00:49:04 : Soutenir l'industrie française Liens évoqués pendant l'émission Expedition 33Thèse de Joe Amstrong, créateur de ErlangA Wrinkle in time: Erlang - Mickael Rémond

Chris & Amy chat about the new editorial series from STLToday regarding what needs to be done to prop up St Louis; Six Flags brings back chaperone rules; Alicia Nieves from NewsNation takes a look at high gas prices & oil issues b/c of the Iran war; Did you see this? Can you afford gas that is 50-80 cents per gallon more expensive?

Leave comments and questions here. If you would like a response, use our email: enquiries@livingyourbestlifeinafrika.comGreetings and welcome to episode 219 of the Living Your Best Life In Afrika Podcast, and in this episode – I share with you, some of the most astonishing things I experienced when I visited Ghana last month.  In the last episode, I shared with you, the things that mattered most to me, that had stayed the same in the 14 years I have been away. BUT … in this episode I share with you, the Ghana that I walked into, THAT BLEW MY MINE!In this episode, prepare to have your head blown, by the changes Ghana has put in place, to inspire you to keep on visiting. And if you are someone who has always wanted to visit - let this episode be the inspiration to push your momentum towards getting that done!I have a beautiful free download called MOMENTUM that comes with this episode, which you can get HERE. The download puts the focus on helping you to:Rebuilding your energyRestoring your clarity Resetting your foundationCreating micro-habits that support your wellbeingRaising your readiness and preparedness levelsRe-claiming YOUR rhythm… andFinding momentum that feels sustainableHit the download link HERE to get your copy.Remember you can also subscribe to this podcast, so you don't miss any of this good stuff. Just hit the subscribe button and pass on the podcast information to your family… friends and colleagues so we can reach more people.  I would be stoked if you could also leave me a review on iTunes or a rating on Spotify if you like the casts. This will help to make this podcast more visible.  Until the next episode…Live your best life with all your might… because no one can get in the way of what is for you! YOUR PODCAST LINKSGET YOUR COPY OF MOMENTUM HERE YOU CAN ALSO REGISTER OR RESERVE YOUR SLOT ON MY ‘GET THAT BEST LIFE' TRANSFORMATION PROGRAMMES BELOW:'AND STILL I RISE' PERSONAL COACHING PROGRAMME!START THAT SIDE HUSTLE!WRITE THAT BOOK!START THAT PODCAST!FIX THAT MONEY!CREATE THAT COURSE!PLAN THAT TRIP!Email me for further information at:enquiries@livingyourbestlifeinafrika.com YOU CAN ORDER YOUR ‘START YOUR BUSINESS WORKBOOK AND PLANNER' HERE:https://amzn.to/3uKH4xi FOLLOW ‘LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE IN AFRIKA' ON SOCIAL MEDIA HEREFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOK   

Dive into Episode #167 of the Psych Health and Safety USA Podcast, featuring host Dr. I. David Daniels, PhD, CSD, VPS, and special guest Dr. Colleen Brents a senior manager at Antea Group USA. Dr. Brents is an Environmental Health and Safety professional and a Certified Professional Ergonomist. In this episode, Dr. Brents will discuss the results of recent efforts to help a major retailer improve workers' health and safety. The project not only revealed differences in the reception of well-enough efforts based on people's level in the company, but also reinforced the clear connection between the psychological environment and worker ergonomic issues.

Failure is a better business school than an MBA. Most agencies will never scale because their founder is the product. Minority investment beats full acquisition. And self-doubt isn't a weakness to overcome—it's the edge that separates high performers from those who are growing. Luke Tobin, entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Unusual Group, has built and sold three companies in three different industries over 20 years (the largest being Digital Ethos with an eight-figure exit in late 2022), and he's learned that the people we look up to the most—the ones who seem to have it all figured out—are often the ones who struggle with doubt the most. The difference? They find a way to move anyway.In this episode, he reveals why imposter syndrome appears when you're stepping outside your comfort zone (which means you're doing something productive), why he's writing a book about doubt after interviewing 30 high performers from ex-SBS commandos to actors, and why doubt is actually the cost of admission to the next level. He also shares hard lessons from scaling to 90 people before his exit, hiring 5-6 people per month without proper vetting, and making the mistake of being the eye of the storm instead of creating mini-storms with good people.What you'll learn:

Hear insights that will help you navigate the ups and downs of your professional life, strengthen your self-confidence, and embrace the winding paths your career might take.Brett Johnson and Carol Ventresca are joined by Ken Lazar, CEO of Ability Professional Network and a seasoned recruiter in the community. They talk about today's challenging employment environment—covering everything from the emotional pitfalls facing both job seekers and employees, to how self-doubt, fear of rejection, and age discrimination can impact our professional lives.Together, they explore the complexities of finding and keeping a job in an era marked by rapid changes in technology, evolving workplace expectations, and shifting definitions of career success.With stories from Ken Lazar's extensive experience, practical advice on overcoming setbacks, and a candid discussion on the role of emotional intelligence at work, this episode promises advice, encouragement, and a reminder that every career journey is full of surprises—and opportunities worth pursuing.Top 3 takeaways:Your career path isn't always linear (and that's OK!) - Every career is a “challenge of building the right skills.” Embrace the twists and turns — they're opportunities to learn, grow, and reinvent.Self-confidence comes from more than your job title - As Ken emphasizes, we're not solely defined by our occupation. Focusing on a variety of goals — professional, personal, physical, and spiritual — builds a well-rounded sense of value and direction.Own your story and share it with the world - Putting your intentions “out in the universe” isn't just about networking — it's about convincing yourself first, then finding the right opportunities (sometimes in the most surprising places!).If you like this episode, please let us know. We appreciate the feed back, and your support of offset costs of producing the podcast!Moments00:00 Career Journey in Staffing Industry03:12 "Starting Ability Professional Network"08:15 "Empowering Older Job Seekers"12:14 "Finding Purpose in Encore Careers"14:28 Perceptions of Age Discrimination18:23 Unclear Job Descriptions Problem20:44 "Recruiter-Hiring Manager Collaboration"23:13 "Versatile AI Applications Explained"27:23 "Sharing Feelings Builds Strength"29:30 Managing Post-Meeting Emotional Upsets33:35 "Courage to Challenge Comfort"36:24 "Decisions Require Full Context"43:04 "Defining Goals Beyond Occupation"44:20 "Create and Inspire Others"We would love to hear from you.Give us your feedback, or suggest a topic, by leaving us a voice message.Email us at hello@lookingforwardourway.com.Find us on Bluesky and Facebook.Please review our podcast on Google!And of course, everything can be found on our website, Looking Forward Our Way.Recorded in Studio C at 511 Studios. A production of Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants.Copyright 2026 Carol Ventresca and Brett Johnsonhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/The views and opinions expressed by the experts interviewed on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast hosts or any affiliated organizations. The information provided in these interviews is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified professionals for specific advice or information related to their individual circumstances. The podcast host and producers do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided by the experts interviewed. Listener discretion is advised.Mentioned in this episode:Listener DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed by the experts interviewed on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast hosts or any affiliated organizations. The information provided in these interviews is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified professionals for specific advice or information related to their individual circumstances. The podcast host and producers do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided by the experts interviewed. Listener discretion is advised.

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Hour one of Jake & Ben for April 14, 2026: Utah Jazz leaders trying to down play playoff expectations for next season Top 3 Stories of the Day: Basketball transfer portal is heating up for Utah teams How quickly public perceptions of celebrities and athletes can change

Frozen food faces a massive perception problem that's costing brands billions. Alex Hardy, Consumer Insight & Analytics Director at Nomad Foods, bridges this gap by transforming misconceptions into market opportunities across 25 European markets. He reveals how demand space frameworks uncover universal meal occasions that transcend cultural boundaries, why AI experimentation requires a "problem-first" mindset rather than technology-led solutions, and how building genuine partnerships with marketing teams creates the foundation for turning consumer truth into business growth.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ben Kinney, Chad Hyams, and Bob Stewart discuss the concept of 'trickling' in leadership, exploring how ideas, problems, and energy can move through various directions within personal and professional relationships. The trio delves into strategies for effectively managing conversations in ways that inspire accountability and positivity, rather than inadvertently spreading negativity. Learn about balancing what to share with peers, subordinates, and mentors, ensuring impactful communication. The episode also touches on how actions influence children and employees, fostering intentional interactions that uplift rather than drain energy. ---------- Connect with the hosts: •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/   More ways to connect: •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network 00:00 Effective Leadership Through Positive Communication and Accountability 06:00 The Impact of Adult Conversations on Children's Perceptions 08:47 The Impact of Leadership and Energy on Workplace Dynamics 13:18 The Impact of Negative Talk on Workplace Morale 15:25 Trickling Up, Down, and Sideways for Problem Solving and Growth 22:45 Impact of Communication on Relationships and Workplace Dynamics 24:48 The Trickle Effect: Impact and Direction in Daily Interactions

Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart delve into the concept of executive presence with Carl DuPont, an opera singer and leadership expert. The episode explores how harnessing the power of voice and pauses can significantly improve leadership impact. Carl shares insights from his book, "The Presence Principle," co-authored with Alexa Chilcut, offering practical strategies for engaging and inspiring teams. With compelling anecdotes from Carl's journey across continents and industries, listeners will gain a new perspective on communication, authenticity, and adaptability in leadership roles. Connect with Carl at https://www.carldupont.com/ & https://thepresenceprinciple.com/  ---------- Connect with the hosts: •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/   More ways to connect: •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network 00:00 Leadership Insights with Dr. Carl Dupont Amidst Health Challenges 02:13 The Power and Fragility of the Human Voice 09:42 Overcoming Childhood Deafness and Finding a Voice 13:49 The Unique Qualities and Perceptions of Our Voices 17:34 Mastering Executive Presence for Leadership Success 23:15 Cultural Barriers and Self-Reflection in a German Opera House 25:46 Harnessing Self Talk and Executive Presence for Leadership Success 31:21 Mastering the Art of Pausing in Conversations 36:11 Embracing Change and Overcoming Challenges with Executive Presence

This week, Marshall and Brent follow Nick's lead in building a character from scratch.  Support the Show: Patreon Kofi Indie Bound Contact us! JustKeepWriting.org Discord Facebook Instagram YouTube Marshall: Website: www.marshallcarr.com Email: marshall@marshallcarr.com  Twitter: @darthpops  Nick:  Website: www.brightinks.org Email: nicholasbright@brightinks.org  Twitter: @BrightInks Wil:  Email: wil@justkeepwriting.org  Instagram: @wilsartrules Brent:  Twitter: @BrentCLambert www.brentclambert.com  LP:  Email: lpkindred@wandering.shop Twitter: @LPKindred Linktr.ee/lpkindred  Jenna Hanchey www.jennahanchey.com/  Sameem Siddiqui Twitter Website Shingai Njeri Kagunda Twitter Instagram Voodoonauts Gabriel F. Salmerón Twitter Instagram Now, just keep writing!

In this episode of Translating ADHD, Asher and Dusty continue their conversation on social skills by focusing on advocacy and adaptation in the workplace for neurodivergent individuals. They discuss the challenges ADHD and autism can pose in professional settings, especially when colleagues and managers lack understanding of neurodiversity. Through client stories and personal experiences, they illustrate how behaviors like asking many questions or seeming disruptive can be misunderstood and lead to negative consequences, including job loss. They emphasize the importance of awareness about how neurodivergent traits show up and are perceived, as well as the need for workplace accommodations that go beyond task-related adjustments to include communication and social dynamics. The hosts also explore practical strategies for adaptation and self-advocacy, such as developing awareness of unwritten workplace rules, using clear communication about one's working style, and collaborating with supportive managers who can provide backing and help set boundaries. They highlight the value of understanding “what's yours, mine, and ours” in workplace conflict to identify where change is possible. Ultimately, Asher and Dusty stress that while some environments may be untenable, there are workplaces where neurodivergent strengths can be valued and flourished. The episode closes with the reminder that strength and challenge often go hand in hand, and cultivating intentional awareness helps individuals navigate and leverage their unique traits effectively in different contexts. Episode links + resources: Join the Community | Become a Patron Our Process: Understand, Own, Translate. About Asher and Dusty CADDAC Workplace Accommodations Chart For more of the Translating ADHD podcast: Episode Transcripts: visit TranslatingADHD.com and click on the episode Follow us on Twitter: @TranslatingADHD Visit the Website: TranslatingADHD.com

A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "Perceptions, Not Characteristics"

Vickie Wang (王宇平) is a writer, interpreter, and stand-up comedian born and raised in Taiwan. She's lived in Shanghai, China for nearly a decade, where she started doing stand-up comedy under censorship. Last year I sat down to interview Vickie. in part one of my interview with Vickie, we talked about the perceptions and attitudes that many Taiwanese have about the Chinese, and on the other end how the Chinese she met in China perceived the Taiwanese and Taiwan. We also talked what it was like for her to go through the strict COVID lockdown in Shanghai in 2022. Now based in New City York Vickie co-produces a monthly stand-up show called Wang's World Comedy (pronounced WAYNE) and writes a Substack called Happy Medium. Stay tuned for the second part of my interview with Vickie. She has published two Taiwan op-eds in The New York Times, one on the metoo movement, and one on what another Trump term means for Taiwan's future. She is currently working on a nonfiction book about her experience of COVID and comedy in China. Related Links:  

On this month's episode of the WHOOP Podcast How To Series, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with renowned neuroscientist and author of The Stimulated Mind Dr. Tommy Wood. Dr. Holmes and Dr. Wood share the key habits to “future-proof” your brain against dementia, ensuring you stay sharp throughout all stages of life. Dr. Wood highlights the importance of activating your brain, outside of the monotonous routine of daily life through exercise, learning a language or instrument, or picking up a new hobby. This episode will provide you with the key tools, habits, and knowledge to protect your brain health, avoid burnout, and add more life to your years. Be sure to grab a copy of Dr. Tommy Wood's new book The Stimulated Mind here.(01:01) Dr. Tommy Wood's Inspiration Behind Writing The Stimulated Mind(05:10) How The Brain Should Work and How To Test It(08:39) WHOOP Podcast Rapid Fire Questions(10:39) What Learning Does For Your Brain(15:07) Is Your Job Impacting Brain Health?(19:59) Perceptions of Threat and Challenge and Recovering From Each(27:42) What Are The Signals of Mental Burnout? (32:05) Optimizing Cognitive Bandwidth and Avoiding Distraction(41:00) The Hierarchy of Movement(53:13) Connection Between Socialization and Brain Health(56:02) The Brain Health Dashboard: Essential Habits For Everyday LifeFollow Dr. Tommy WoodInstagramWebsiteSupport the showFollow WHOOP:Sign up for WHOOP Advanced LabsTrial WHOOP for Freewww.whoop.comInstagramTikTokYouTubeXFacebookLinkedInFollow Will Ahmed:InstagramXLinkedInFollow Kristen Holmes:InstagramLinkedInFollow Emily Capodilupo:LinkedIn 

  3. The debate shifts to the historical Nero, examining his legacy as both a builder and a man tormented by violent mistakes, including the murder of his mother. Germanicus notes that modern perceptions of Nero are often filtered through Victorian sentimentality or biased historical accounts. They compare contemporary leadership to a generational decline in Rome, moving from the magisterial balance of Augustus to progressively "weak" subsequent cohorts. Germanicus observes that the current emperor is too restless for the meditation required of a leader, which is visibly wearing him down. The speakers anticipate a period of chaos and renewal in America, similar to Rome's transition to the Flavian dynasty after Nero's suicide. The session concludes with a play about Xerxes' defeat, suggesting a similar "messenger of defeat" is currently heading toward Washington to report the failing war effort. (3)NORSEMEN

Arthur Herman discusses the Scottish Enlightenment and the philosophical origins of "common sense," highlighting the influence of Thomas Reid, who argued that all humans share a basic set of perceptions that allow for shared judgments and the construction of relationships.