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In this episode, I sit down with Erin Sullivan Wagner for a raw and powerful conversation about something that's too often ignored—sexual health in the context of cancer. Erin shares her personal experience with anal cancer, and what it was like to navigate the trauma of diagnosis and treatment while also feeling abandoned when it came to intimacy and her sexual well-being. We talk about the gaps in cancer care, especially when it comes to women. Why is it that sexual health is often dismissed or completely left out of the conversation? Erin and I unpack how deeply cultural biases and medical liability fears impact the way sexual health is (or isn't) addressed—especially for women. We also dive into the concept of prehabilitation—starting sexual health conversations before treatment begins—and why it's critical that providers get educated and empowered to offer resources, referrals, and support for their patients. Because survivorship isn't just about staying alive—it's about staying connected to your body, your relationships, and your pleasure. This is the conversation I wish every oncology team would hear. Cancer profoundly affects sexual health, yet it's often ignored. Erin's story is a powerful reminder of the trauma that comes with being left in the dark. There's a huge disconnect in how cancer care approaches female sexuality. Male sexual health gets prioritized—female sexual health, not so much. So many patients feel invisible when it comes to intimacy concerns. These conversations need to happen early, not after damage has been done. Cultural discomfort and medical fear of liability keep people from addressing sex. Women are rarely told what to expect sexually after cancer treatment. Quality of life includes sex, pleasure, and connection. We have to normalize sexual health in survivorship care. When we ignore it, the damage can be long-lasting and irreversible. Emotional intimacy matters as much as physical recovery. Prehabilitation should be standard practice. Providers need training—patients need validation and direction. Advocacy matters. This change starts with conversations like this. Youtube video - Erins Story https://www.aftercancer.co/ https://allofmeiowa.org/ Want more honest, empowering conversations like this one?Preorder my Next Book share this episode, and leave a review to help others find this important work. Let's stop leaving women out of the conversation—especially when it comes to sex, health, and healing. Listen to my Tedx Talk: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Why we need adult sex ed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Waitlist is open⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To learn more about GennaMD by Solv Wellness, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gennaMD.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 20% off your first order. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Providers can request patient education materials or samples at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gennaMDHCP.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.   Thanks to our sponsor ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Midi Women's Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.joinmidi.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's wisdom comes from How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci by Michael Gelb.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

Today, Ali is talking to Marea Goodman, licensed midwife, author, and founder of PregnantTogether, a virtual community supporting queer folks and solo parents from preconception through parenting. Marea co-authored the book,  Baby Making for Everybody–Fertility and Family Building for LGBTQ+ and Solo Parents, and today, they share their family building story, including having an early loss via IUI, and also having their son through IUI. They talk about their passion for empowering people with the information they deserve to grow their families, and about dismantling the isolation and stigma that still surrounds queer and solo parenthood. They also talk about inclusive midwifery, queer fertility, and how we can better support all kinds of families on their journey to parenthood. "We're trying to create a community for folks who don't fit into the mainstream family building world, to build connections, share resources and rely on each other. It's been a beautiful thing that has also really helped me personally on my queer parenting journey," Marea says. For more info, go to www.pregnanttogether.comFollow on IG: @pregnanttogether.communityTOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: Solo parenting; LBGTQ+ family building; queer family building; donor eggs; donor sperm; midwifery; pregnancy; birth; postpartum; mental healthEPISODE SPONSORS: BEAUTIFUL BIRD AND WORK OF ARTAli's Children's Book Series about IVF, IUI and Family Building Through Assisted Reproductive Technology https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksThe latest book in the Work of ART series, “Beautiful Bird” tells the story of three parents, one incredible boy and a family built with love—and a little bit of science.Pre-orders are available now! The first 150 copies will be Personalized, Signed and Numbered! Don't miss out on this limited edition! Tap the link in bio and stories to order your copy today.When Helen decides to have a baby on her own, she welcomes Jack Bird into the world through IUI with the help of her friend, Aaron. But when Jack is born and needs extra care in the NICU, Aaron and his partner, Blake, fall in love with Jack, too. Together, the three join forces to raise Jack, proving that family isn't about how you start—it's about how you grow.Order yours now at https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksFor bulk orders of 10 or more books at 20% off, go to https://www.infertileafgroup.com/bulk-order-requestFERTILITY RALLYIG: @fertilityrallywww.fertilityrally.comNo one should go through infertility alone. Join the Worst Club with the Best Members at fertilityrally.com. We offer 5 to 6 support groups per week, three private Facebook groups, tons of curated IRL and virtual events, and an entire community of more than 500 women available to support you, no matter where you are in your journey.Join today at link in bio on IG @fertilityrally or at www.fertilityrally.com/membershipGENERATIONS CRYOVAULTwww.gencryo.comIG: @generationscryovaultWhen you're navigating fertility treatments, every decision feels big—because it is big. But did you know that when it comes to storing your reproductive tissue—including eggs, sperm, and embryos—you DO have a choice? Most clinics automatically store your tissues—or hand you off to their partner. But guess what? It doesn't have to be that way. Enter Generations CryoVault, which believes in the motto, "Your tissues. Your choice." When you choose to work with Generations CryoVault, they help you transfer your tissues securely and easily to their headquarters – a place you can trust. Take control of this part of your journey by visiting gencryo.com. And make sure to mention Infertile AF to receive 1 free month of storage.BELIIG: @belibabywww.belibaby.com Are you thinking about growing your family? Whether you're just starting to plan or are actively trying to conceive, preconception health is key. Beli has vitamins to help both women and men optimize their health before pregnancy. With essential nutrients like Folate, Iodine, and Zinc, Beli ensures your body is ready for this exciting next step. Give yourself and your future baby the best foundation for a healthy start.Visit Belibaby.com today and use code IAF15 for 15% off your first order. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsOur Sponsors:* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code INFERTILEAF for a great deal: https://happymammoth.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyOur Sponsors:* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code INFERTILEAF for a great deal: https://happymammoth.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today's wisdom comes from Unstoppable Teams by Alden Mills.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

00:00 - Intro00:42 - Doing ABC Long Term?!09:15 - Best Routine After 5019:01 - Building a Big Overhead Press by Age 3027:03 - Why Some Movements Feel Strong and Others Don't35:01 - Using Chains for Strength Training and Longevity40:08 - Easy Meals for Busy People46:20 - Morning vs Afternoon Training for Strength Gains51:07 - Dan John on Coaching Your Own Kids56:36 - Adding Explosive Training into Your Routine01:01:24 - The Best Way to Get Stronger After 60 ► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com. ► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group. ► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.

Today's wisdom comes from Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor Frankl.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

Drs. Daina Parent and Ryan Bradley take a deep dive into the microbiome and it's influence on whole body health, and cover highlights on clinical research focused on gut health. They also touch on soil health and environmental toxins and the impact on the microbiome. Dr. Ryan Bradley is a Naturopathic Physician with a Master's Degree in Public Health and Epidemiology. He is currently a professor and has completed 8 years of clinical research training. He leads research initiatives at the intersection between public health and integrative and complimentary medicine. 2:00 – Dr. Bradley's Journey towards current career and passion for research; his interest in mechanisms of natural products and clinical research; clinical practice was focused on cardiometabolic disease, Diabetes, and more 5:10 – New initiatives after closing clinical practice 5 years ago - now focuses on clinical research / clinical trials; also focuses on Mentorship through National Center for Complimentary and Integrative Health, branch of NIH for Complimentary Medicine 8:30 – Importance of research for clinicians – shifts the way practitioners practice, especially in Complimentary and Integrative Medicine which has a population of clinicians thirsty for evidence of effectiveness of Complimentary and Integrative strategies, philosophy, and frameworks/protocols 11:55 – Historical Knowledge of effectiveness of Naturopathic Medicine, “the science is finally catching up to our practices”; example – gut health, dysbiosis, leaky gut syndrome; “We finally have the scientific tools to explore these concepts in greater detail.” 13:50 – Gut Health and Naturopathic Medicine – trends and changes in gut health practice; general public is paying more attention to their gut health; rapid innovation, especially with probiotics, postbiotics, prebiotics, and fibers; does the science support large doses of probiotics?; Is the practice outpacing the evidence?; What will the future of microbiome research and awareness look like? 20:40 – Gut Health as connected to global effects throughout the whole body – hormonal health, immune health, brain health; effects of environmental factors like air and water quality influence gut health 23:55 – Current research in the gut health space and how it translates into clinical practice 34:32 – NIH Grants for mentorship, gut health, mind-body practices and effects on anxiety, and more 40:40 – Mind Body Medicine and connection to Gut Health 42:15 – Will gut health continue to be at the forefront of medicine and medical research? Personalized probiotics and AI; potential natural GLP-1 agonists; increased public awareness to demand better foods, less environmental toxins in food, water, and air 49:55 – SOIL HEALTH: The hope for the near future: increased public understanding of soil health and connection to gut health and overall well-being; gut health linked to soil health, food quality, and farming practices; everything is interconnected 53:20 – Integrative Health and it's impact on public health

My guest today is someone whose work has shaped the very code of modern biology, and whose vision continues to ripple across fields as vast as genomics, synthetic biology, age reversal, and artificial intelligence.Dr. George Church is a a true pioneer, Professor of Genetics at Harvard Medical School,a molecular engineer, chemist and serial entrepreneur as the co-founder of more than 50 biotech companies. He has helped invent many of the technologies that now define the genomic era, from CRISPR optimization to DNA data storage, and he was one of the first humans to ever publicly share his full genome and medical history.In this conversation, we explore the edge where science meets spirit.We talk about synthetic biology as a modern myth, DNA as a vessel of intelligence, and what it means to engineer life with intention. We dive into radical transparency, longevity research, AI collaboration, and the philosophical gravity of rewriting the arc of aging.This episode is not just about technology. It is about becoming.It is about asking: What does it mean to choose our evolution, consciously, ethically, and with awe.Episode highlights:00:04:30 – Sleep states and engineered serendipity: tapping creativity through unconscious rhythms00:06:30 – Synthetic biology as a modern myth: Promethean fire and the sacred aesthetic of science00:08:30 – DNA as memory, medium, and myth: encoding images in bacterial genomes00:10:00 – Is DNA a vessel of intelligence beyond biology?00:13:30 – Preserving culture in encoded DNA: who might decode it in the far future?00:16:00 – Are we alone in the universe? Dr. Church's speculative yet grounded view00:18:30 – What should we preserve for the next million years? The humility of legacy00:21:00 – DNA as sacred text: what it teaches us about identity, ancestry, and consciousness00:24:00 – Radical transparency: the Personal Genome Project and sharing his own genome00:29:00 – Rethinking consent, privacy, and research ethics in human genomics00:32:00 – From printing press to gene sequencers: the dawn of programmable biology00:33:30 – From slowing aging to redesigning it: reprogramming human cells and organs00:36:00 – How smarter gene, cell, and organ therapies could surpass pharmaceuticals00:40:00 – Personalized vs. generic medicine: the case for affordable global health00:43:30 – Aging as a treatable condition: tackling multiple pathways at once00:46:30 – Ethical and spiritual questions at the threshold of biological reinvention00:49:00 – The risks of artificial general intelligence vs. the promise of scientific AI00:52:30 – Why narrow scientific AI (like protein design) offers real-world breakthroughs00:54:30 – Will synthetic intelligence ever hold ethical responsibility?00:55:00 – Final reflections: safety, accessibility, and helping humanity fulfill its potentialResources mentioned:WebsitesWyss Institute: https://wyss.harvard.edu/team/core-faculty/george-church/Harvard Department of Genetics: https://icgd.bwh.harvard.edu/team/george-churchBiophysics at Harvard: https://biophysics.fas.harvard.edu/people/george-m-churchChurch Lab:

Today's wisdom comes from Self-Theories by Carol Dweck.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

In this episode of the Dental Flow podcast, Dr. Bethany Brenner discusses her expertise in treating TMJ and sleep apnea, emphasizing the importance of understanding root causes rather than seeking quick fixes. She highlights the significant impact of sleep apnea on children, the misconceptions surrounding breathing issues, and shares real-life patient stories that illustrate the transformative effects of proper treatment. Dr. Brenner also delves into the role of nutrition in managing these conditions and provides insights into what patients can expect during their first visit.TakeawaysTMJ is often misunderstood as a quick fix.Sleep apnea is frequently connected to TMJ issues.Children can exhibit various symptoms of sleep apnea.Breathing through the mouth can lead to negative health effects.Sleep apnea can cause weight gain and increased cortisol levels.Proper diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment.Nutrition plays a significant role in managing sleep apnea.Real-life patient stories highlight the importance of treatment.Holistic approaches can lead to better health outcomes.Awareness of sleep apnea can prevent serious health issues.Chapters00:00 Introduction to TMJ and Sleep Apnea00:51 Understanding TMJ: Root Causes and Misconceptions03:31 The Impact of Sleep Apnea on Children07:08 Breathing Issues: Mouth vs. Nose10:51 The Connection Between Sleep Apnea and Other Symptoms14:57 Real-Life Patient Stories: Successes and Challenges20:45 Nutrition's Role in Sleep and Breathing26:15 First Visit: What to ExpectSmarter Dental Marketing. Powered by AI.Perfected by Human Experts. We combine cutting-edge AI technology with over 12 years of dental marketing expertise to drive real results. From increasing new patient flow to filling holes in your schedule, our strategies are built to grow your practice—efficiently, intelligently, and predictably. Experience marketing that adapts in real-time and delivers every time. No long-term contracts. Our clients average a 5X return on investment. Personalized, non-corporate approach. 5-star reviewed. Incredibly easy to work with - your time commitment is minimal. Find us: Website: https://newpatientsflow.com Google: https://g.co/kgs/zqWTc5a Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newpatientsflow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newpatientsflow/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newpatientsflow

In this episode of Revolutionizing Your Journey, host DeAndre Coke sits down with Dr. Kevin Lin, a board-certified sleep surgeon and avid traveler, to unpack the complexities of jet lag and how to travel more comfortably. They explore what happens to your body's circadian rhythm during long-haul travel, why traveling east hits harder than going west, and how each traveler's response to jet lag can differ. Dr. Lin shares expert advice on using melatonin, timing meals, and adjusting sleep schedules before departure. The episode delves into the role of technology, including apps like TimeShifter and light therapy, in helping to regulate your body clock across time zones. Practical tips for hydration, smart napping, and managing alcohol consumption on flights are discussed, along with strategies for athletes and frequent flyers to optimize sleep and performance. If you're trying to stay sharp for a business meeting or energized for vacation, this episode offers science-backed strategies to help you show up rested and ready.Key Highlights:Dr. Kevin Lin's background: A sleep surgeon with a passion for travel and optimizing rest.Understanding jet lag: It's a misalignment of your circadian rhythm due to time zone shifts.East vs. West: Traveling east often causes worse jet lag because it shortens the body's day.Personalized reactions: Jet lag affects people differently—preparation is key.Smart prep: Begin shifting your schedule a few days before travel.Melatonin insights: Best taken 3–4 hours before target bedtime in small doses.Meal timing: Adjust your eating schedule to match the destination's schedule to help synchronize your internal clock.Sunlight exposure: Morning light helps reset your body faster upon arrival.Light therapy tools: Helpful for managing long-haul jet lag when natural light isn't an option.Napping strategy: Keep naps short (20–30 minutes) to avoid feeling groggy or experiencing sleep disruption.Sleep trackers: Can help build awareness, but shouldn't be the sole metric of sleep quality.Tips for frequent travelers & athletes: Consistency, nutrition, and hydration are essential for high performance.Resources:Book a Free 30 minute points & miles consultationStart here to learn how to unlock nearly free travelSign up for our newsletter!This month's best current card offersBoldlyGo Travel With Points & Miles Facebook GroupInterested in Financial Planning?Truicity Wealth ManagementSome of Our Favorite Tools For Elevating Your Points & Miles Game:Note: Contains affiliate/sponsored linksCard Pointers (Saves the average user $750 per year)Zil Money (For Payroll on...

EP. 217 - In this episode, I sat down with Caroline Alan, the CEO and co-founder of BEAM Minerals, after trying her products and feeling compelled to learn more. She broke down exactly how these plant-based mineral complexes work in the body, and I asked her everything I wanted to know about absorption, detox, and rebuilding from the inside out. This conversation is packed with actionable insights, especially if you're curious about how mineral imbalances might be holding you back. We cover fulvic vs. humic acid, the importance of sourcing, how minerals help with detoxification, and why most people are walking around depleted. Beam Minerals | Go to beamminerals.com/drtyna and use coupon code DRTYNA  TOPICS DISCUSSED:  → What are fulvic and humic minerals? → How do Beam Minerals support detox? → Why are minerals important for absorption? → What causes mineral depletion in the body? → How is Beam different from other mineral supplements? Sponsored By: → Beam Minerals | Go to beamminerals.com/drtyna and use coupon code DRTYNA  On This Episode We Cover:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:01:28 - Caroline's health crash → 00:07:33 - Dr. Tyna's surprising labs → 00:09:59 - What's inside Beam Minerals? → 00:15:46 - How minerals work together → 00:20:22 - How Beam supports the body → 00:23:28 - Fulvic & humic acid origins → 00:28:04 - What are fulvic/humic molecules? → 00:35:34 - Fulvic vs humic benefits → 00:40:44 - Minerals for daily detox → 00:44:55 - Nutrient absorption explained → 00:48:22 - Personalized mineral support → 00:51:14 - Dr. Tyna's home ecosystem shift → 00:55:02 - Beam topical products → 01:01:25 - Beam capsule breakdown → 01:03:11 - Beam supplement bundles → 01:05:45 - Ingredient sourcing & toxins → 01:09:05 - Heavy metals in real life → 01:12:04 - Organic vs inorganic metals → 01:13:11 - How to balance your minerals Check Out → Beam Minerals | Go to beamminerals.com/drtyna and use coupon code DRTYNA  Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided in this blog/podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Tyna Moore. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

Today's wisdom comes from 10-Minute Toughness by Jason Selk.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

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In this episode of Retire with Style, Alex Murguia and Wade Pfau explore the key elements of comprehensive retirement planning. They discuss the importance of understanding your financial goals, working with a financial advisor, and managing risks like health insurance and long-term care costs. Drawing on listener questions and case studies, they examine strategies for transitioning from business ownership to retirement income, optimizing Social Security, and addressing funding gaps. The conversation highlights how personalized planning and thoughtful asset allocation can lead to better financial outcomes in retirement. Listen now to learn more!   Takeaways The quality of your questions shapes the quality of your financial plan. Clear retirement goals are the foundation of effective planning. Financial advice must be tailored—there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Investment strategies should align with your personal goals and overall asset allocation. Health insurance planning is critical before reaching Medicare eligibility. Long-term care costs should be factored into your retirement plan. Tax planning can significantly increase your after-tax retirement income. Transitioning from business income to retirement income requires thoughtful preparation. Financial independence involves complex, interconnected decisions. Personalized strategies are essential for a successful retirement. Understanding your risk capacity and comfort level is vital to planning. Social Security claiming strategies can meaningfully affect retirement income. Asset location matters just as much as asset allocation. A written financial plan helps turn goals into actionable decisions. Part-time work can be a useful tool to bridge income gaps in early retirement. Fixed index annuities may offer dependable income in retirement. A good financial advisor can materially improve your retirement outcomes. It's important to assess your confidence and ability to manage your retirement plan. Effective planning requires a clear understanding of your assets and liabilities. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Financial Planning and the Webinar 01:57 Understanding Financial Plans and the Role of Advisors 05:53 Analyzing a Financial Independence Case Study 12:06 Exploring Retirement Risks and Goals 17:54 Investment Strategies and Tax Planning for Retirement 19:49 Transitioning from Business Sale to Retirement Income 25:08 Exploring Financial Strategies for Retirement 35:22 Bridging the Retirement Gap 42:32 The Value of Financial Advisors   Links Upcoming Retirement Researcher Webinar: What's Involved When Working With an Advisor! Join Jason Rizkallah and Brian Bass from McLean Asset Management on Wednesday, June 25th at 1PM Eastern for a FREE webinar exploring how to evaluate and work with a financial advisor. Register now at retirewithstyle.com/podcast. Explore the New RetireWithStyle.com! We've launched a brand-new home for the podcast! Visit RetireWithStyle.com to catch up on all our latest episodes, explore topics by category, and send us your questions or ideas for future episodes. If there's something you've been wondering about retirement, we want to hear it!   The Retirement Planning Guidebook: 2nd Edition has just been updated for 2025! Visit your preferred book retailer or simply click here to order your copy today: https://www.wadepfau.com/books/ This episode is sponsored by Retirement Researcher https://retirementresearcher.com/. Download their free eBook, 8 Tips to Becoming A Retirement Income Investor at retirementresearcher.com/8tips  

Join Eric Thompson on the Ninja Selling Podcast as he sits down with "Ninja Jack" Affleck, a top-producing real estate broker with Slifer, Smith & Frampton in beautiful Vail, Colorado. Recorded on location in Vail, this episode explores how to successfully apply Ninja principles in a unique resort market. Jack shares his inspiring journey, from his previous career as the iconic resort photographer for Vail Resorts to becoming a leading real estate professional, and how he's achieved his best year ever and best start to a year by embracing authentic Ninja practices. Discover how Jack leverages his stunning photography in his marketing, creating a genuine connection with clients who love Vail. Learn about his creative "hospitality satchels" – fun, personalized gifts for people he meets on the ski lift or golf course – and how these simple gestures build rapport and open doors. Jack also discusses the challenges and strategies for staying in flow with clients who are often not in town, emphasizing the importance of consistent, authentic communication and sharing his passion for the Vail lifestyle. This episode delves into Jack's evolution with real estate reviews, from initial apprehension to a breakthrough approach of asking for feedback and focusing on providing value without immediate valuation. He also highlights the critical role of Ninja Coaching with Lisa Connors in his success, focusing on accountability, support, and refining his systems. Whether you're in a resort market or not, Jack's story is packed with actionable takeaways on building genuine relationships, leveraging your unique strengths, and finding joy and success in your real estate business. Join the community of 16,000+ Ninjas on the Ninja Selling Podcast Facebook Group for more valuable insights, collaboration, and networking opportunities! Leave a voicemail at 208-MY-NINJA if you'd like to offer more direct feedback. Be sure to check out Ninja Selling Events for upcoming installations and other events, and if you'd like personalized help in achieving your goals, visit Ninja Coaching to connect with one of our fantastic coaches. Episode Highlights: Introducing "Ninja Jack" Affleck from Slifer, Smith & Frampton in Vail, Colorado Jack's Record-Breaking Success: Best Year Ever and Best Start to a Year The Power of Authentic Flow: Connecting Genuinely with Clients Jack's Unique Background: From Vail Resorts Photographer to Top Real Estate Broker Leveraging Personal Brand: Using Iconic Vail Photography in Marketing Creative Connection: "Hospitality Satchels" for Ski Lifts and "Birdie Bags" for Golfers Staying in Flow in a Resort Market: Connecting with Part-Time Residents The Hot & Warm List Business Tracker: Maintaining a Realistic Dashboard and Motivation Jack's Evolution with Real Estate Reviews: From RPRs to Value-Focused Market Updates The Breakthrough: Asking for Feedback on Real Estate Reviews The Importance of Personalized, Authentic Marketing (vs. "Canned" Content) The Value of Ninja Coaching: Accountability, Support, and System Refinement Jack's Commitment to Ninja: Multiple Installations and Ninja Now Attendee Key Takeaways: "The thing that I began much, much more of is to become more and more in flow with my people because they're not in town." "[Lisa Connors] has encouraged me to really be me with my people and share who I am with them and be genuine." "If it's gonna be a postcard, if it's gonna be something that's gonna be in their inbox, it has a piece of me. It's with my voice, and it's not something that's canned." "I really enjoy my clients become my friends. And they enjoy hearing from me and I enjoy reaching out and sharing my life with them..." "[The hospitality satchel is] basically a survival kit if you fall in a tree well... everything you need to survive is right here and oh, so there may be a need for my card as well." "When you think about somebody, call them. Write something, text them. Let them know that you're thinking about them." "By looking at the business tracker, what it does is it helps me find out where they are in their mindset and help me understand how I can best serve them." "[The breakthrough with real estate reviews was] asking them for their opinion on it... I need you to help me to be better." "If you have the opportunity to make something that is truly genuine to you... that is what your people want." "Accountability is so, so critical because we think that we're doing all the things that we are."   Links: Website: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/Podcast  Email: TSW@NinjaSelling.com  Phone: 1-800-254-1650  Podcast Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/TheNinjaSellingPodcast  Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NinjaSelling  Instagram: @NinjaSellingOfficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ninjaselling  Upcoming Public Ninja Installations: https://NinjaSelling.com/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=183&tribe__ecp_custom_2%5B0%5D=Public  Ninja Coaching: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/course/ninja-coaching/

Welcome! and Thank you for listening. This week I discuss the evolution of the podcast, the role of AI in medical information, and the importance of personalized treatment. We talk about the implications of organ aging, the significance of nutrition and exercise in health, and presents a study linking exercise to improved cancer survival rates. Additionally, we touch on insights into training for endurance events and practical advice for implementing healthy changes in daily life. I hope this episode inspires you to keep showing up, taking care of yourself, and finding joy in the journey.   LEARN MORE If you would like help with your healthy journey check out the website at https://doctordulaney.com/membership/join-us/ Email me with questions at jami@doctordulaney.com Dietary consultations: addie@doctordulaney.com Strength training programing: natha@doctordulaney.com Cookbook: https://a.co/d/6zVUluq Ebook: https://doctordulaney.com/powerful-plates-ebook/ Water distillers: https://mypurewater.com/?sld=jdulaney Find me on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter): @jaimeladulaney

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Today's wisdom comes from Excuses Begone! by Wayne Dyer.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

What if you could mimic the effects of exercise—without actually hitting the gym? In this episode, Dr. Jones sits down with Anthony Castore, one of the most respected performance and cellular medicine coaches in the country, to explore SLU-PP-332, a compound with powerful mitochondrial and metabolic benefits.Anthony is the founder of DRIVE Longevity Solutions and a Fellow of the SSRP Institute. With over 30 years of high-performance coaching and deep knowledge of cellular biology, he brings unmatched insight into how compounds like SLU-PP-332 can be used to optimize athletic performance, body composition, and even organ repair.We dive into ERR receptors, the PGC1α–AMPK–ERR axis, mitochondrial biogenesis, metabolic flexibility, parasympathetic fat burning, neuroprotective effects, and how to titrate dosing for both patients and elite athletes. Whether you're a clinician, biohacker, or fitness enthusiast, this episode is packed with science and strategy you can use.

"Oh, the people you'll meet, and the places you'll go..."That classic Dr. Seuss line couldn't have been more true when I found myself at a rare disease conference, taking with Dr. Gabriel Cohn. A quiet presence with a resume that reads like a roadmap through the last 30 years of rare disease breakthroughs, Dr. Cohn is the kind of person who reminds you just how much heart and science it takes to change lives.Dr. Gabe Cohn is the Executive Director and Medical Director of the Rosenau Family Research Foundation. He stepped into the role in October, bringing with him over three decades of experience that spans academic medicine and the biotechnology industry. A licensed, board-certified Clinical Geneticist and Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Dr. Cohn has contributed to the development of multiple therapeutics aimed at treating rare genetic disorders—a career built on both clinical precision and compassionate innovation.Beyond RFRF, he's also the Chief Medical Officer at iECURE, Inc., a biotech company pioneering gene editing therapies for rare diseases. His prior leadership roles at Homology Medicines, AVROBIO, OvaScience, and Shire reflect a steady focus on advancing gene therapy and editing platforms. Since 2017 alone, he's played a pivotal role in getting five different cell and gene therapy programs past the critical regulatory gatekeeping stages of IND and CTA submissions.Dr. Cohn isn't just a scientist—he's a builder, a connector, and a relentless advocate for the potential of genetic medicine to rewrite the future for patients with rare diseases.If you would like to get a hold of the Rosenau Foundation: https://rosenaufoundation.org Please like, subscribe, and comment on our podcasts!Please consider making a donation: https://thebonnellfoundation.org/donate/The Bonnell Foundation website:https://thebonnellfoundation.orgEmail us at: thebonnellfoundation@gmail.com Watch our podcasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laurabonnell1136/featuredThanks to our sponsors:Vertex: https://www.vrtx.comViatris: https://www.viatris.com/en

Original Release Date: Monday 16 June 2025    Description:   From a secret location somewhere in America (actually a rooftop high atop the historic village neighborhood where Phil resides): Dean and Phil got together IN PERSON, and Phil's better half, Lily Holleman, joined them, first to see an experimental film from 1990 (All the Vermeers in New York) at the American Cinematheque, and then to discuss it (over cocktails). You have probably NOT seen the movie, but the discussion is both interesting AND sets up many later conversation strands that prove hilarious! In fact, if this is not the funniest episode of YOUR Chillpak Hollywood Hour, it will do until the funniest episode gets here! Partway through, Steve the Turk (who last joined the festivities at a bar in Helsingør, Denmark, when Year 18 Episode 45 was recorded during Dean's bachelor party) joins the trio. Steve regales with information about Turkey, Denmark and Hamburg, Germany. Personalized license plates, the “No Kings” protests and who Steve the Turk's “best friend” might be are just some of the hard-hitting topics the team delve into before opening the Chillpak morgue and getting down to the brass tacks of a VERY competitive round of “Celebrity Deaths”!

In this episode, number 322, I sit down with sex therapist Dr. Juliana Hauser for a deeply personal and powerful conversation about her experience with surgical menopause. She opens up about the decision-making process around her hysterectomy—what led her there, what she wishes she'd known beforehand, and how it impacted her physically, emotionally, and sexually. We discuss the importance of thoroughly understanding your hysterectomy options—not all procedures are the same, and having the right information can make a significant difference. Dr. Hauser shares how guided imagery became a key part of her healing process, and we dive into the complicated (and often frustrating) world of hormone therapy. She also brings up the role of doulas—not just for birth, but for menopause—highlighting how emotional support can be just as essential as medical care. We explore why open communication in relationships matters so much, especially when it comes to sexual confidence and intimacy post-surgery. This conversation is raw, real, and full of wisdom for anyone navigating hormonal changes, recovery after hysterectomy, or simply learning to advocate for themselves in a system that doesn't always listen. https://dr-juliana.com/ https://flourishwholehealth.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Order my book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over You Sex Life" and ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Menopause Moment: Science, Hormones and Mindset for Optimal Longevity"⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen to my Tedx Talk: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Why we need adult sex ed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Waitlist is open⁠⁠⁠⁠ To learn more about GennaMD by Solv Wellness, visit ⁠gennaMD.com ⁠for 20% off your first order. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Providers can request patient education materials or samples at ⁠gennaMDHCP.com⁠.   Thanks to our sponsor ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Midi Women's Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.joinmidi.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's wisdom comes from An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth by Chris Hadfield.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

Watch this episode on YouTube! In this episode of the Marketing x Analytics Podcast, host Alex Sofronas speaks with Scott Cate, founder of 301.Pro, about reinventing the hyperlink for personalized marketing. Scott explains how their rules engine can change link destinations based on real-time data such as time of day, location, and weather, improving user experience and increasing conversion rates. He also discusses the differentiation from on-page personalization tools, the technical aspects of their platform, and the benefits for both large enterprises and smaller businesses. Follow Marketing x Analytics! X          |          LinkedIn   Click Here for Transcribed Episodes of Marketing x Analytics   All view are our own.

Today's wisdom comes from Choose the Life You Want by Tal Ben-Shahar.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

In this insightful discussion, Shelley Howard interviews Sean Ivester, founder of Pivot Tutors, about the evolving landscape of college entrance testing and effective test preparation strategies. Sean explains that test prep timing depends largely on the student's academic standing and course progression. He advises parents to avoid overlapping SAT/ACT prep with heavy academic periods like finals or AP exams to protect students' GPA, which remains crucial. The conversation highlights that successful test prep is not about cramming but a focused, diagnostic approach to target and strengthen weaknesses. Sean emphasizes the importance of a diagnostic test as the first step for understanding a student's readiness. He distinguishes the SAT and ACT, outlining their structure, differences, and upcoming changes—for example, the ACT's shortening and optional science section—helping families choose the right test. Sean also addresses the common challenge faced by high-performing students who still struggle initially on standardized tests, clarifying that knowing the material is different from “beating the test,” which requires specific strategies and fresh familiarity with foundational concepts. The conversation covers the pros and cons of various prep methods like apps, AI tools, and tutors, underscoring the critical role of accountability, motivation, and personalized instruction. Sean describes Pivot Tutors' unique approach of pairing students with specialized math and English tutors who are vetted, trained, and seasoned professionals, ensuring high-quality instruction catering to students' needs. The dialogue concludes with practical advice for parents: start early, use diagnostic testing to guide prep plans, and understand that sustained, focused prep yields the best outcomes. Sean stresses that test prep skills are transferable and beneficial well beyond college admission, supporting future academic and professional testing challenges.Highlights• Timing for test prep depends on student's course level and academic load—avoid overlap with finals/AP exams• Diagnostic tests are essential first steps to identify strengths, weaknesses, and guide prep focus• Effective prep targets weak areas instead of broadly reviewing all content to maximize score improvements• SAT is shorter and more complex reasoning-based; ACT is longer with broader math content and a fast pace, soon to be shorter and less time-pressured• High-achieving students often initially underperform on tests due to different test-taking skills needed• Personalized tutoring with specialized math and English tutors enhances accountability, motivation, and progress• Starting test prep early (end of sophomore year or early junior year) allows more flexibility and reduces panicKey Insights• Diagnostic Testing as a Starting Point: Sean underscores that a comprehensive diagnostic test reveals a student's starting point, exposing specific skill gaps and careless errors. This transforms test prep from a guessing game to a data-driven, strategic process, helping families decide when to start prep and which areas demand focus. Without this analysis, students risk inefficient study habits, wasting time and effort on content they already know or missing critical weak spots.• Timing and Academic Intensity Matter: Junior year is typically the most demanding academically, so scheduling test prep during summer or early fall yields better focus and outcomes. Families should avoid final seasons or AP exam periods for test prep to prevent academic overload, preserving GPA and mitigating burnout. This tailored timing recognizes student stress patterns and optimizes study efficiency.• Focused Practice Over Broad Content Review: The most effective way to improve standardized test scores is targeted practice on weak areas identified by diagnostic testing. Merely continuing to practice whole tests leads to plateauing scores. Instead, the cycle of focused drills, review, and retesting enables students to solidify understanding and see measurable gains. This approach shifts prep from volume-based to precision-based, enhancing motivation and confidence.• Choosing Between SAT and ACT Requires Individual Evaluation: No test suits everyone; SAT and ACT differ in length, pacing, question style, and focus areas. For example, the SAT involves complex reasoning and is slightly shorter, while the ACT covers broader math content with faster pacing. Upcoming changes, like the ACT's optional science section and shorter length, further complicate the choice. Therefore, Sean advises students to take practice tests for both and compare scores—avoiding decisions based on hearsay or anecdotal evidence.• Test Scores Reflect Test-Taking Skills, Not Just Intelligence: Top academic performers can score below expectations initially because standardized tests require specialized strategies distinct from classroom learning. Some fundamental concepts tested might have been learned long ago and need refreshing. Effective test prep rebuilds these foundations and teaches "how to beat the test," focusing on timing, question interpretation, and pacing rather than pure intellect.• Accountability and Personalized Instruction are Game-Changers: The challenges of self-motivation and competing academic priorities mean many students struggle to commit regular prep time independently. Professional tutors provide structure, coaching, and encouragement. Pivot Tutors' model of assigning two specialized tutors—one for math, one for English—ensures that students get subject-specific expertise and tailored lesson plans. Rigorous vetting and continuous training of tutors guarantee high teaching quality and effective communication.• Early Planning Eases Stress and Opens Doors: Starting the test prep planning at the end of sophomore year provides ample time for assessment, practice, and adjustment. It avoids the “frantic” last-minute rush many rising seniors experience. Early prep offers the flexibility to try multiple test dates and strategies, increasing chances of reaching target scores and keeping options open for college admissions and scholarships.• Test Prep Skills Provide Long-Term Benefits: Beyond college admissions, mastering standardized testing techniques develops critical thinking, problem solving, and test endurance skills essential for future academic tests like the LSAT, MCAT, or MBA entrance exams. Early investment in effective test prep equips students with lifelong skills to navigate competitive exams and professional challenges.• Navigating Prep Tools: Apps and AI vs. Human Tutors: While online tools and AI like ChatGPT offer convenience, Sean highlights their limitations due to lack of accountability, motivation, and nuanced, personalized feedback. Human tutors facilitate adaptive learning, real-time interaction, and emotional support, which are often crucial to overcome motivational roadblocks and plateaus. Families must weigh student personality and discipline when choosing prep methods.• Tutor Selection and Training Reflect Company Quality: Pivot Tutors' rigorous hiring includes academic degree requirements, high proficiency test scores, and in-person mock tutoring evaluations. This multi-tiered vetting ensures tutors are not only knowledgeable but excellent communicators who can simplify complex concepts. Shadowing experienced tutors and ongoing training help maintain consistent, student-centered pedagogy that respects students' time and academic pressure.• Iterative Process of Testing and Retesting: Sean emphasizes that improvement comes from cycles of testing, reflection, and focused practice—not one-off studying. Continuous assessment allows students and tutors to track progress, refine strategies, and build confidence. This iterative process contrasts sharply with less effective “all content at once” study methods.• Parental Support is Crucial but Must Balance Pressure: Parents play a vital role in encouraging the right preparation habits while avoiding overwhelming their teens. Educating parents about strategic prep planning, early diagnostic testing, and the reality of test demands empowers them to guide their children calmly and effectively, minimizing stress.This interview offers a comprehensive roadmap for families navigating the changing test prep landscape, emphasizing strategic timing, targeted study, professional guidance, and early planning for long-term benefits. and effective communication.Early Planning Eases Stress and Opens Doors: Starting the test prep planning at the end of sophomore year provides ample time for assessment, practice, and adjustment. It avoids the “frantic” last-minute rush many rising seniors experience. Early prep offers the flexibility to try multiple test dates and strategies, increasing chances of reaching target scores and keeping options open for college admissions and scholarships.Test Prep Skills Provide Long-Term Benefits: Beyond college admissions, mastering standardized testing techniques develops critical thinking, problem solving, and test endurance skills essential for future academic tests like the LSAT, MCAT, or MBA entrance exams. Early investment in effective test prep equips students with lifelong skills to navigate competitive exams and professional challenges.Navigating Prep Tools: Apps and AI vs. Human Tutors: While online tools and AI like ChatGPT offer convenience, Sean highlights their limitations due to lack of accountability, motivation, and nuanced, personalized feedback. Human tutors facilitate adaptive learning, real-time interaction, and emotional support, which are often crucial to overcome motivational roadblocks and plateaus. Families must weigh student personality and discipline when choosing prep methods.Tutor Selection and Training Reflect Company Quality: Pivot Tutors' rigorous hiring includes academic degree requirements, high proficiency test scores, and in-person mock tutoring evaluations. This multi-tiered vetting ensures tutors are not only knowledgeable but excellent communicators who can simplify complex concepts. Shadowing experienced tutors and ongoing training help maintain consistent, student-centered pedagogy that respects students' time and academic pressure.Iterative Process of Testing and Retesting: Sean emphasizes that improvement comes from cycles of testing, reflection, and focused practice—not one-off studying. Continuous assessment allows students and tutors to track progress, refine strategies, and build confidence. This iterative process contrasts sharply with less effective “all content at once” study methods.Parental Support is Crucial but Must Balance Pressure: Parents play a vital role in encouraging the right preparation habits while avoiding overwhelming their teens. Educating parents about strategic prep planning, early diagnostic testing, and the reality of test demands empowers them to guide their children calmly and effectively, minimizing stress.This interview offers a comprehensive roadmap for families navigating the changing test prep landscape, emphasizing strategic timing, targeted study, professional guidance, and early planning for long-term benefits.Connect with Shellee Howard:Website: www.collegereadyplan.com/YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCr_WodPHDfSWEbiPdsRDbyQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegereadyplan/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/college-ready/Email: shellee@collegereadyplan.comConnect with Sean IvesterWebsite: https://www.pivottutors.comInstagram: @pivottutorsTikTok: @testpreptipsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanivester/Email: sean@pivottutors.com

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In this interview, Dr.SHIVA Ayyadurai, MIT PhD, Inventor of Email, Scientist, Engineer and Candidate for President, Talks about Personalized Propaganda. How The Swarm Manipulates and WHAT We Must Do.

It's another Expert Minisode! Did you know that when it comes to storing your reproductive tissue—including eggs, sperm, and embryos—you have a choice? Most clinics automatically store your tissues—or hand you off to their partner. But guess what? It doesn't have to be that way. Today, Ali is talking to Courtney Dennewitz, Chief Operations Officer and Co-Founder of Generations CryoVault, which is driven by a deep passion to “do things right” in the world of fertility preservation, armed with the motto, "Your Tissues, Your Choice." Courtney, who has more than 17 years of industry experience in cryostorage, talks about how GenCryo is passionate about providing the safest, most reliable storage option for patients and clinics alike. She also answers every question Ali could think of when it comes to fertility preservation, including, What safety and monitoring systems are in place at GenCryo? How is tissue protected in the event of unforeseen circumstances, such as natural disasters or equipment failures? And how has cryostorage changed in the past few decades? "You might argue that we go a little overboard ensuring that they never warm, but we prefer to do more than necessary to avoid a heartbreaking disaster," Courtney says. For more info, go to GenCryo.com -- and mention Infertile AF to receive 1 free month of storage. Because this isn't just storage—it's part of your family-building story. Follow on IG: @generationscryovault TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: Reproductive tissue; embryo storage; egg storage; infertility; IVF; TTC community; TTC support EPISODE SPONSORS: BEAUTIFUL BIRD AND WORK OF ARTAli's Children's Book Series about IVF, IUI and Family Building Through Assisted Reproductive Technology https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksThe latest book in the Work of ART series, “Beautiful Bird” tells the story of three parents, one incredible boy and a family built with love—and a little bit of science.Pre-orders are available now! The first 150 copies will be Personalized, Signed and Numbered! Don't miss out on this limited edition! Tap the link in bio and stories to order your copy today.When Helen decides to have a baby on her own, she welcomes Jack Bird into the world through IUI with the help of her friend, Aaron. But when Jack is born and needs extra care in the NICU, Aaron and his partner, Blake, fall in love with Jack, too. Together, the three join forces to raise Jack, proving that family isn't about how you start—it's about how you grow.Order yours now at https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksFor bulk orders of 10 or more books at 20% off, go to https://www.infertileafgroup.com/bulk-order-requestFERTILITY RALLYIG: @fertilityrallywww.fertilityrally.comNo one should go through infertility alone. Join the Worst Club with the Best Members at fertilityrally.com. We offer 5 to 6 support groups per week, three private Facebook groups, tons of curated IRL and virtual events, and an entire community of more than 500 women available to support you, no matter where you are in your journey.Join today at link in bio on IG @fertilityrally or at www.fertilityrally.com/membershipBELIIG: @belibabywww.belibaby.com Are you thinking about growing your family? Whether you're just starting to plan or are actively trying to conceive, preconception health is key. Beli has vitamins to help both women and men optimize their health before pregnancy. With essential nutrients like Folate, Iodine, and Zinc, Beli ensures your body is ready for this exciting next step. Give yourself and your future baby the best foundation for a healthy start.Visit Belibaby.com today and use code IAF15 for 15% off your first order. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsOur Sponsors:* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code INFERTILEAF for a great deal: https://happymammoth.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today's wisdom comes from As a Man Thinketh by James Allen.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

Today's wisdom comes from Wooden on Leadership by John Wooden & Steve Jamison.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

What if you could tailor your wellness approach to match your DNA? In this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Heather Morgan, CEO of NBX Wellness, to discuss the exciting future of personalized, genetics-based wellness—and how health coaches are perfectly positioned to lead the charge. With her background in health coaching and nutraceuticals, Heather brings a unique perspective to the evolving role of genomics and epigenetics in functional wellness.Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/heather-morgan-134/

Welcome to Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill Carnahan! In this powerful episode, Dr. Jill is joined by Coach Shane Niemeyer, a renowned strength and conditioning coach, speaker, and author of The Hurt Artist. Together, they explore how exercise can serve as powerful medicine—not only transforming the body but also rewiring the mind. Shane shares his incredible personal journey from incarceration and addiction to becoming a respected coach and expert in exercise physiology. Discover how movement and mindset helped him reclaim his life and now guide his work helping others achieve resilience and peak performance.  Key Discussions: ①  Shane's Personal Journey:

Today's wisdom comes from The Metabolic Approach to Cancer by Dr. Nasha Winters & Jess Higgins Kelley, MNT.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

In this episode of the Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with concierge primary care physician Dr. Linda Eller, DO for a powerful conversation on how to restore and preserve health by shifting away from traditional, reactive medicine. Together, they explore what's possible when doctors have time to truly understand their patients' stories, how concierge care differs from corporate healthcare, and why proactive, personalized treatment plans can significantly impact long-term health and longevity. They also dive into hyperbaric oxygen and photobiomodulation therapy, what they are and their benefits.   Dr. Linda Eller is a board-certified primary care physician at Benessair Wellness in Paradise Valley, Arizona. Trained in both conventional and functional medicine, Dr. Eller blends integrative approaches with high-touch care to help patients live better and longer. Her work combines modern diagnostics with ancient wellness practices, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy, red light therapy, and lifestyle-based prevention strategies, all delivered in a state-of-the-art medical environment.  Key Time Stamps:  01:20 – Dr. Eller's journey from CNA to primary care physician  03:13 – Discovering the power of shared decision-making with patients  05:50 – Why traditional primary care is broken  07:15 – Level of personal satisfaction with more focus on individual patients  08:15 – The benefits and tradeoffs of concierge care  12:12 – Functional medicine and finding the root cause of illness  14:35 – How to decide when to use evidence backed vs unconventional approaches  18:05 – The financial incentives that keep people sick  20:50 – Personalized care and the value of patient choice  26:10 – The fulfillment in concierge medicine vs the difficulty of traditional providers  24:40 – Mindset shifts around worth and pricing in concierge medicine  28:45 – Hyperbaric oxygen therapy and real-world patient results  34:25 – Photobiomodulation (red light therapy) for healing and inflammation  37:25 – Power of on-site physical therapy, training, and true integrative care  41:20 – What longevity really means in Dr. Eller's practice  42:20 – Where to learn more about Dr. Eller and Benessair Wellness   This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.  Connect with Dr. Eller and Benessair Health here:   https://benessair.com/   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089999656299  https://www.instagram.com/elevate.dr.linda/?hl=en  https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-eller-do-1b8253323/  Connect with HealthspanMD:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/   https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd   https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/  https://quiz.healthspanmd.com/  

Today's wisdom comes from Born for This by Chris Guillebeau.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

You'll love this master class on the untapped power of volunteerism—with a call to rethink how we attract, support, and retain volunteers—led by guest expert Kirsten Wantland, Manager of Customer Best Practices and Enablement at Bloomerang,Kirsten, who holds credentials as a Certified Nonprofit Consultant and Certified Development Executive, brings both frontline and strategic expertise. With her deep background in fundraising and nonprofit leadership, she makes a bold case for managing volunteers with the same intentionality as donors. Her rallying cry? “Recognize behaviors over capacity.”Too many nonprofits still treat volunteer management as an afterthought—focused on day-of logistics or generic thank-yous. But Kirsten argues for a proactive, data-informed approach that starts well before a volunteer steps foot on site. From setting clear expectations in role descriptions to acknowledging service hours as contributions worth over $34.79 per hour, this learning session delivers some super strategies that can translate into real organizational value for your NPO.Volunteers aren't just a feel-good bonus; they are a form of human capital that, when properly stewarded, can evolve into loyal donors and long-term advocates. “If you think of someone donating 10 hours,” Kirsten explains, “you're looking at the equivalent of nearly $350 in economic impact. How many of your donors give that much in a single gift?”She encourages nonprofits to:·        Communicate expectations clearly and respectfully.·        Track volunteer hours just like financial contributions.·        Plan intentional follow-ups after service.·        Use personalized recognition—by name, by role, by impact.·        Share volunteer stories in annual reports and community messaging.Kirsten also addresses a long-standing sector taboo: asking volunteers to give financially. Her advice? Let the volunteer decide. Many already feel deeply connected to the mission and are primed for deeper engagement if offered meaningful opportunities.This is a must-watch for anyone building or revamping a volunteer program. 00:00:00 Welcome and guest intro 00:01:40 Kirsten's credentials and new role at Bloomerang 00:03:00 The impact of formal nonprofit education 00:06:20 Defining volunteer clarity and role expectations 00:09:30 Orientation and onboarding strategies 00:11:00 Recognizing volunteers effectively 00:14:20 Tracking volunteer hours and value 00:16:30 Volunteers as non-monetary donors 00:20:00 Creating a follow-up plan post-volunteering 00:22:00 Should volunteers be asked for donations? 00:24:00 Personalized engagement based on behavior 00:27:00 Volunteer storytelling and long-term commitmentFind us Live daily on YouTube!Find us Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits! 12:30pm ET 11:30am CT 10:30am MT 9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

In this episode of the Flower Farmer Forum podcast, host Liz and guest Matt Diamante discuss essential marketing strategies for small businesses, focusing on social media and SMS marketing. They explore the importance of video content, the dynamics of going viral, and effective ways to build an SMS list. The conversation emphasizes the need for small business owners to adapt to changing marketing landscapes and engage their audiences meaningfully.TakeawaysSocial media should focus on audience connection and trust.Video content is prioritized by platforms like Instagram and TikTok.Going viral can help local businesses gain credibility.SMS marketing is more effective than email for immediate engagement.Avoid overwhelming customers with too many texts.Physical marketing materials can create a lasting impression.Building an SMS list requires consent and engagement.Utilize events to gather customer contact information.Personalized messages can enhance customer relationships.Marketing principles are applicable across different business types.Helpful Links:Consult for Peddling Perishable Products: https://calendly.com/sunnymarymeadow/peddling-perishable-productsFarmers to Florists: https://www.farmerstoflorists.com/Crop Planning for Your Flower Farm: https://www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/offers/MtoFSsED/checkoutPeddling Perishable Products: https://sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/foundationsofPPPQuickbooks: https://quickbooks.partnerlinks.io/0o09r7rqoau4Podcast website: www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.comPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowerfarmerforum/Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/888196709178852

Today's wisdom comes from Bored and Brilliant by Manoush Zomorodi.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

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In 1969, Fender offered a little-known custom option: factory-personalized neck inlays. In this video, we dive into the rare story of a father and son who took Fender up on that offer—ordering two Telecasters inlaid with their names: "Bubba" and "Bob Clawson." These guitars were custom-made at the Fender factory and delivered to Clawson's Music in Corpus Christi, Texas, a Fender dealer since 1964.Join us as we explore the history of Fender's neck personalization option, examine these two stunning custom Telecasters, and uncover how this one-of-a-kind order came to be. Whether you're a vintage guitar lover, Fender historian, or just into cool guitar stories, you won't want to miss this rare glimpse into a forgotten piece of Fender's past.Subscribe for more vintage gear stories and rare finds!Follow us on  https://www.instagram.com/askzac/ for more guitar content.To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac Or check out my store for merch  - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/#FenderTelecaster #VintageFender #CustomFender #Telecaster1969 #ClawsonsMusic #GuitarHistory #FenderCustomInlaySupport the show

I recently spoke with Steve Tapper of Tapper College Counseling. In our conversation, we discussed: The workflow that Steve uses to help students through the entire college admissions process. College list-building strategies and considerations Types of college fit: academic, social, and financial Resources for building a college list To connect with Steve, go to tappercollegecounseling.com. Steve offers 30-minute complimentary meeting and works with families across the US. Steve is sharing his college planning chart for grades 9-12. You can download the chart for free here: https://www.tappercollegecounseling.com/home#chart Steve is so in demand that his Class of 2026 cohort is filled. However, Steve is taking new students for the Class of 2027 and after. ---------- Click here to read "Good Friends Don't Necessarily Make Good Roommates" by Karen Dentler ---------- Scholarships for the Classes of 2028 and 2029! Starting your scholarship journey as a high school freshman or sophomore provides your student with many advantages, including: Getting a head start with scholarships compared to their peers - I've had freshmen win $2500 scholarships and sophomores win $5000 scholarships! More opportunities to earn scholarships Resume enhancement (a scholarship win on a resume looks great!) Improved writing skills (needed to do well in college!) Preparation for the huge scholarships open during senior year Great practice for the college admissions process The opportunity to build a set of re-usable essays for future scholarship applications And much more However, most families struggle with the scholarship process, which is why we are proud to introduce… The Scholarship Navigator Program for High School Freshmen and Sophomores This program includes: Monthly webinars: A new topic or scholarship will be covered in depth during these live webinars. Plus, time will be allotted for Q&A. Online Support: You'll have direct email access to Dave The Scholarship Coach, a seasoned expert in the field. Dave is here to help you navigate the complex world of scholarships and get your questions answered! A custom list of scholarships for which your Class of 2028 or Class of 2029 grad is eligible. Your student's custom list will include a minimum of 20 scholarships, including national and local scholarships (if local scholarships are available) and a mix of small and large scholarships. Personalized help with up to three scholarship applications & essays each month. These can be any scholarships of your choice, not just scholarships from your custom list. (Please allow three business days for feedback on your scholarship essays, projects, and applications.) Access to the Scholarship GPS Course, where students can learn best practices for scholarship success. Lessons include: How/Where to find scholarships, application and essay best practices, sample scholarship-winning essays, and much more. To learn more, go to https://www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-navigator-for-high-school-freshmen-sophomores ---------- This Week's Featured Scholarships: $1000 Crowder Law Firm Scholarship $5000 Hearts for Community Scholarship $1000 Elite Lawyer Scholarship $1000 Video Scholarship Appily Easy Money No-Essay Scholarship ---------- Subscribe to our free newsletter, Your Daily Scholarship, here: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/  

Welcome back! In this episode 321, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Tiffany Moon—an anesthesiologist, mom, entrepreneur, and yes, former Real Housewife. We delve into what it truly means to find joy in midlife and how social media often distorts our perception of happiness. Tiffany gets real about the pressure so many professionals—especially women in medicine—feel to "do it all" and how that expectation can lead straight to burnout. We talk about the addiction to busyness, the cultural layers that shape how we view therapy, and the wild (and often hilarious) intersection of medicine and reality TV. We also touch on AI's growing presence in healthcare and what it means to redefine professionalism in today's world. This one's about self-trust, self-acceptance, and not waiting to enjoy your life. Dr. Tiffany brings humor, honesty, and a refreshing dose of perspective to a conversation that every working woman—especially in medicine—needs to hear. Joy Prescriptions by Dr. Moon Order my book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over You Sex Life" and ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Menopause Moment: Science, Hormones and Mindset for Optimal Longevity"⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen to my Tedx Talk: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Why we need adult sex ed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Waitlist is open⁠⁠⁠⁠ To learn more about GennaMD by Solv Wellness, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gennaMD.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 20% off your first order. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Providers can request patient education materials or samples at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gennaMDHCP.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.   Thanks to our sponsor ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Midi Women's Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.joinmidi.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's wisdom comes from How to Talk to Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere by Larry King.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

#494 Your “A” Race is Here!   Welcome Welcome to Episode #494 of the 303 Endurance Podcast. We're your hosts Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde. Thanks for joining us for another week of news, coaching tips and discussion.   When you registered the race seemed so far away. After months of training the big day is finally here. That's right we're talking about your “A” race and what you need to be doing in this last week before the race!    We have several athletes heading into their race week and some that are competing this weekend so what better time than to talk all things race week!   Show Sponsor: UCAN UCAN created LIVSTEADY as an alternative to sugar based nutrition products. LIVSTEADY was purposefully designed to work with your body, delivering long-lasting energy you can feel. Whether UCAN Energy Powders, Bars or Gels, LIVSTEADY's unique time-release profile allows your body to access energy consistently throughout the day, unlocking your natural ability to finish stronger and recover more quickly!   In Today's Show Announcements and News (Rich) Ask A Coach: Top 10 Tips to Get You Ready for Race Day! Get Gritty: Jump on board The Energy Bus! TriDot Workout of the Week: Race Week Builds Fun Segment: Race Week Roulette!   We've got a packed lineup for today's episode, so buckle up! First, we'll kick things off with a few updates and community news before rolling into an Ask A Coach section on our Top 10 Tips to get you ready for your best race day! Our Get Gritty segment will have you jumping on board The Energy Bus—because who doesn't need a mindset tune-up before race day? Then we'll break down our TriDot Workout of the Week that helps you build into your race day! And to top it all off, we're spinning the wheel for a new segment called Race Week Roulette—so you won't want to miss it. Let's jump in!   Announcements and News:   Our Announcements are supported by VESPA Power today. Endurance athletes—what if you could go farther, faster, and feel better doing it? With Vespa Power Endurance Nutrition, you can unlock your body's natural fat-burning potential and fuel performance without the sugar crash. Vespa helps you tap into steady, clean energy—so you stay strong, focused, and in the zone longer. Less sugar. Higher performance.. Faster recovery.    2025 Triathlete community survey data 2025 Triathlon Data from Triathlete's Community Survey   2025 Multisport National Championships Festival G2G Training Camp -  We want to give a huge shoutout to the athletes at our May training camps! You brought all the goods - growth mindset, support, teamwork, adaptability, courage, strength, laughter!   What we did: May 17-18 - Swim Focus in C.Springs and Chatfield May 24-25 - Bike Focus - Chatfield/Chatfield May 31-June 1 Run Focus - Boulder/Boulder   What's next: September 7th - TriDot Training Camp details TBD.    Volunteer Boulder 70.3  Volunteer with us Jun 14, 2025 at the Boulder Res! We are privileged to be in the IRONMAN Boulder 70.3 Transition Area again for 2025.    If you like watching the race and cheering for spectators, there is no better seat in the house. As a volunteer you will be in the middle of the action and the volunteer shirt will get you access to a lot of places regular spectators cannot access (eg finish line). https://ironman.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=88391&job_name=transition%20t1   A special shout out to all of our athletes racing Boulder 70.3 next week: Cristi Wayne Emily Jensen Gabbi Cavalero Laura Hammdorff Max Davidson Sasha Goldsberry Sean Maye   I also want to send a quick shoutout to my athlete, Erin Johnson, a fellow Minnesotan, who is racing IM Des Moines 70.3! Go get ‘em Erin! We are rooting for you!   TriDot Pool School July 26-27. https://www.tridotpoolschool.com/component/eventbooking/pool-school/tridot-pool-school-20250726-844-986-401-167-857/94?Itemid=762 Ask A Coach Sponsor: G2G Endurance Ever wish someone could just tell you what to do for your triathlon training...and make sure it actually works? Wish granted. Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching has teamed up with TriDot to bring you smart, data-driven training that adapts to you. Personalized workouts, top-notch analytics, and a 2-week free trial. After that, it's as low as $14.99/month. Click either Coach April's or Coach Rich's TriDot link in the show notes below to get started today—because greatness doesn't just magically happen. It's absolutely trained for. Website - Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching Facebook page @grit2greatnessendurance   Coach April Spilde April.spilde@tridot.com TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/aprilspilde RunDot Signup - https://app.rundot.com/onboard/sign-up/aprilspilde    Coach Rich Soares Rich.soares@tridot.com Rich Soares Coaching TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares RunDot Signup - https://app.rundot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares   Interview: Ask A Coach Coach, what should I be doing in the last week before my race? Here are 10 Tips to make sure you are ready. - Love this!   Read the Race Athlete Guide Cover to Cover Create a Daily Schedule and put key items on your calendar I would add that you share that with your loved ones and set expectations Get off your feet the day before your race Do Bike Check-in early Ride (or drive) the Bike Course -  Charge your batteries and tighten everything (cleat bolts, water cage, seat post, etc) Write/print Nutrition and Pacing Plan (tape a small print version on your bike top bar or handle bars) Hydrate with electrolytes 2-3 days before your race. Make sure you are topped off with carbs the week prior and don't overdue the carbs or fiber the day before. Use your checklist and put everything you can in the car the night before. If doing a full IM, pack your Personal Needs Bags the night before as well Get to the race early - no penalty for being early and having extra time is helpful if you need a contingency   Get Gritty Tip: Jump on The Energy Bus! As triathletes, our mindset is just as crucial as our physical strength. In Jon Gordon's The Energy Bus, he shares 10 rules for driving your energy toward success. Let's apply those rules to your triathlon journey, turning obstacles into opportunities and maintaining the energy needed to reach your goals. 1. You're the Driver of Your Bus. You are in control of your journey. In triathlon, you choose how to show up each day—whether it's a tough workout, a challenging race, or life's distractions. Be the driver of your bus, not a passenger. Take charge of your mindset, your goals, and your daily actions. 2. Desire, Vision, and Focus Move Your Bus in the Right Direction. Set your sights on the finish line and keep your vision clear. Whether it's crossing the Ironman finish line or shaving time off your race, focusing on your desire will keep you motivated, even on the hard days. Vision will give your training purpose and drive. 3. Fuel Your Ride with Positive Energy. Just as a bus needs fuel to run, you need positive energy to keep going. Negative thoughts and self-doubt can derail you, but fueling your mind with positive affirmations, supportive teammates, and empowering self-talk will keep your wheels turning. 4. Invite People on Your Bus and Share Your Vision. You don't have to go on this journey alone. Surround yourself with people who believe in you and your goals. Whether it's your coach, training partners, or family, the energy of a supportive community can help you keep going when the road gets tough. 5. Don't Waste Your Energy on Those Who Don't Support You. You're going to encounter naysayers. Whether it's people questioning your goals or giving you negative feedback, don't waste time or energy on them. Stay focused on those who cheer you on and bring positivity to your life. Protect your energy—your race depends on it. 6. Think About What You Want, Not What You Don't Want. In triathlon, it's easy to focus on the challenges—fear of failure, bad weather, or tough competition. Instead, focus on your goals and what you want to achieve. Visualize success, and let that vision propel you forward with energy and determination. 7. Drive with Purpose. Every training session, every race, every recovery day should have purpose behind it. Whether you're hitting the pool or doing a long run, align your effort with your bigger goal. When you have purpose, every action counts, and the journey becomes meaningful. 8. Passion is Contagious. Let your passion for triathlon inspire others. Passion is magnetic—it fuels your drive and motivates those around you. When you bring energy and enthusiasm to your training, your teammates and training partners will rise to the occasion as well. 9. Love Your Passengers. Your teammates, coaches, and support crew are key to your journey. Appreciate their support and invest in these relationships. Whether it's a word of encouragement from a fellow athlete or advice from your coach, they help carry the load and make the ride more enjoyable. 10. Drive Your Bus to the End with Gratitude. Be grateful for each mile, each step of progress, and each race you complete. Gratitude will help you stay grounded and focused, and it will help you celebrate your victories—big and small. Every part of the journey is worth appreciating. Action item: This week, focus on driving your energy bus with purpose. Identify one area of your training or life where you can apply one of the 10 rules to create a positive impact. Share your energy with your training partners and keep your vision clear. Get behind the wheel of your success, and drive with confidence!   TriDot Workout of the Week: Race Week Builds Race Week Builds Bike Session Note For each effort, build from a moderate pace to threshold pace and hold for final 2' of each effort. Be sure to get full recovery between intervals. Don't overdo this session. Just priming for race day. Warmup 10 min @ Z2 with 2 x 30 sec (30 sec) Spinups and 3 x 1 min (1 min) @ Z4 Main Set 3 to 5 x 4 min @ Build to Z4 (4 min) Race Week Run Session Note Goal is to dial into race pace. Run comfortably and loose. Aim to hold race pace for the last 30 to 60 seconds of each effort. Don't go too hard. You're not going to gain much fitness in this single session, but you can certainly mess a lot up. Be conservative on this one. Warmup ~5-10 min of dynamic stretching and muscle activation Main Set 2 x 3 min @ Build to Race Pace (2 min jog) Balance of time @ Z2   Fun Segment: Race Week Roulette! Welcome to Race Week Roulette—the game where we test your triathlon instincts and race-day adaptability with all the curveballs race week can throw your way. Lost gear, mystery cramps, and weird dreams about forgetting your timing chip—nothing's off-limits. So buckle up and get ready to spin the wheel of race-week mayhem!    

Today's wisdom comes from Conquest of Mind by Eknath Easwaran.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

On today's episode, Ali talks to Whitney, a surrogate, and her husband, Geremi, about working with ConceiveAbilities, a leading egg donor and surrogacy agency. When people think about surrogacy, they often focus on the surrogate herself—but what about her partner? The truth is, a strong, supportive partner can make all the difference. Emotional strength, physical support, shared sacrifice—surrogacy is a team effort in every sense. Today, we're getting a behind-the-scenes look at what that partnership really looks like. Whitney, an experienced surrogate with ConceiveAbilities who delivered for her intended parents about a year and a half ago—and her husband, Geremi, who serves in the U.S. Air Force, talk about Whitney's decision to become a surrogate; building their own family (including a devastating miscarriage); what happened when they met the intended parents; surrogacy and military life; and much more. They also talk about how the experience transformed not just Whitney's life, but Geremi's too.Find out more about ConceiveAbilities on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conceiveabilities/For more information on surrogacy or becoming a surrogate click on this link:https://share.conceiveabilities.com/apratorafTOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: TTC; miscarriage; surrogacy; IVF; egg retrieval; surrogacy success; military lifeEPISODE SPONSORS: WORK OF ARTAli's Children's Book about IVF and Assisted Reproductive Technologyhttps://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksDo not miss Ali's children's book about IVF! It's been getting rave reviews. “Work of ART” is the story of an IVF kiddo the day he learns he is a “work of ART” (born via IVF and ART). For young readers 4-8. Hardcover. Written by Ali Prato; Illustrated by Federico Bonifacini.Personalized and non-personalized versions are available. Order yours now at https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksFor bulk orders of 10 or more books at 20% off, go to https://www.infertileafgroup.com/bulk-order-requestFERTILITY RALLYIG: @fertilityrallywww.fertilityrally.comNo one should go through infertility alone. Join the Worst Club with the Best Members at fertilityrally.com. We offer 5 to 6 support groups per week, three private Facebook groups, tons of curated IRL and virtual events, and an entire community of more than 500 women available to support you, no matter where you are in your journey.Join today at link in bio on IG @fertilityrally or at www.fertilityrally.com/membershipBELIIG: @belibabywww.belibaby.com Are you thinking about growing your family? Whether you're just starting to plan or are actively trying to conceive, preconception health is key. Beli has vitamins to help both women and men optimize their health before pregnancy. With essential nutrients like Folate, Iodine, and Zinc, Beli ensures your body is ready for this exciting next step. Give yourself and your future baby the best foundation for a healthy start.Visit Belibaby.com today and use code IAF15 for 15% off your first order. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsOur Sponsors:* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code INFERTILEAF for a great deal: https://happymammoth.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we talk about gene-editing, CRISPR/Cas9, and ammonia.We also discuss the germ line, mad scientists, and science research funding.Recommended Book: The Siren's Call by Chris HayesTranscriptBack in November of 2018, a Chinese scientist named He Jiankui achieved global notoriety by announcing that he had used a relatively new gene-editing technique on human embryos, which led to the birth of the world's first gene-edited babies.His ambition was to help people with HIV-related fertility problems, one of which is that if a parent is HIV positive, there's a chance they could transmit HIV to their child.This genetic modification was meant to confer immunity to HIV to the children so that wouldn't be an issue. And in order to accomplish that immunity, He used a technology called CRISPR/Cas9 to modify the embryos' DNA to remove their CCR5 gene, which is related to immune system function, but relevant to this undertaking, also serves as a common pathway for the HIV-1 virus, allowing it to infect a new host.CRISPR is an acronym that stands for clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats, and that refers to a type of DNA sequence found in all sorts of genomes, including about half of all sequenced bacterial genomes and just shy of 90% of all sequenced archaea genomes.Cas9 stands for CRISPR-associated protein 9, which is an enzyme that uses CRISPR sequences, those repeating, common sequences in DNA strands, to open up targeted DNA strands—and when paired with specific CRISPR sequences, this duo can search for selected patterns in DNA and then edit those patterns.This tool, then, allows researchers who know the DNA pattern representing a particular genetic trait—a trait that moderates an immune system protein that also happens to serve as a convenient pathway for HIV, for instance—to alter or eliminate that trait. A shorthand and incomplete way of thinking about this tool is as a sort of find and replace tool like you have in a text document on your computer, and in this instance, the gene sequence being replaced is a DNA strand that causes a trait that in turn leads to HIV susceptibility.So that's what He targeted in those embryos, and the children those embryos eventually became, who are usually referred to as Lulu and Nana, which are pseudonyms, for their privacy, they were the first gene-edited babies; though because of the gene-editing state of the art at the time, while He intended to render these babies' CCR5 gene entirely nonfunctional, which would replicate a natural mutation that's been noted in some non-gene-edited people, including the so-called Berlin Patient, who was a patient in Germany in the late-90s who was functionally cured of HIV—the first known person to be thus cured—while that's what He intended to do, instead these two babies actually carry both a functional and a mutant copy of CCR5, not just the mutant one, which in theory means they're not immune to HIV, as intended.Regardless of that outcome, which may be less impactful than He and other proponents of this technology may have hoped, He achieved superstardom, briefly, even being named one of the most influential people in the world by Time magazine in 2019. But he was also crushed by controversy, stripped of his license to conduct medical research by the Chinese government, sent to prison for three years and fined 3 million yuan, which is more than $400,000, and generally outcast from the global scientific community for ethical violations, mostly because the type of gene-editing he did wasn't a one-off sort of thing, it was what's called germ-line editing, which means those changes won't just impact Lulu and Nana, they'll be passed on to their children, as well, and their children's children, and so on.And the ethical implications of germ-line editing are so much more substantial because while a one-off error would be devastating to the person who suffers it, such an error that is passed on to potentially endless future generations could, conceivably, end humanity.The error doesn't even have to be a botched job, it could be an edit that makes the edited child taller or more intelligent by some measure, or more resistant to a disease, like HIV—but because this is fringy science and we don't fully understand how changing one thing might change other things, the implications for such edits are massive.Giving someone an immunity to HIV would theoretically be a good thing, then, but if that edit then went on the market and became common, we might see a generation of humans that are immune to HIV, but potentially more susceptible to something else, or maybe who live shorter lives, or maybe who create a subsequent generation who themselves are prone to all sorts of issues we couldn't possibly have foreseen, because we made these edits without first mapping all possible implications of making that genetic tweak, and we did so in such a way that those edits would persist throughout the generations.What I'd like to talk about today is another example of a similar technology, but one that's distinct enough, and which carries substantially less long-term risk, that it's being greeted primarily with celebration rather than concern.—In early August of 2024, a gene-editing researcher at the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Kiran Musunuru, was asked if there was anything he could do to help a baby that was being treated at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for CPS1 deficiency, which manifests as an inability to get rid of the ammonia that builds up in one's body as a byproduct of protein metabolism.We all generate a small amount of ammonia just as a function of living, and this deficiency kept the baby from processing and discarding that ammonia in the usual fashion. As a result, ammonia was building up in its blood and crossing into its brain.The usual method of dealing with this deficiency is severely restricting the suffer's protein intake so that less ammonia is generated, but being a baby, that meant it wasn't able to grow; he was getting just enough protein to survive and was in the 7th percentile for body weight.So a doctor at the Children's Hospital wanted to see if there was anything this gene-editing researcher could do to help this baby, who was at risk of severe brain damage or death because of this condition he was born with.Gene-editing is still a very new technology, and CRISPR and associated technologies are even newer, still often resulting in inaccurate edits, many of which eventually go away, but that also means the intended edit sometimes goes away over time, too—the body's processes eventually replacing the edited code with the original.That said, these researchers, working with other researchers at institutions around the world, though mostly in the US, were able to rush a usually very cumbersome and time-consuming process that would typically take nearly a decade, and came up with and tested a gene-editing approach to target the specific mutation that was causing this baby's problems, and they did it in record time: the original email asking if Dr Musunuru might be able to help arrived in August of 2024, and in late-February of 2025, the baby received his first infusion of the substance that would make the proper edits to his genes; they divided the full, intended treatment into three doses, the first being very small, because they didn't know how the baby would respond to it, and they wanted to be very, very cautious.There were positive signs within the first few weeks, so 22 days later, they administered the second dose, and the third followed after that.Now the research and medical worlds are waiting to see if the treatment sticks; the baby is already up to the 40th percentile in terms of weight for his age, is able to eat a lot more protein and is taking far less medication to help him deal with ammonia buildup, but there's a chance that he may still need a liver transplant, that there might be unforeseen consequences due to that intended edit, or other, accidental edits made by the treatment, or, again, that the edits won't stick, as has been the case in some previous trials.Already this is being heralded as a big success, though, as the treatment seems to be at least partially successful, hasn't triggered any serious, negative consequences, and has stuck around for a while—so even if further treatments are needed to keep the gene edited, there's a chance this could lead to better and better gene-editing treatments in the future, or that such treatments could replace some medications, or be used for conditions that don't have reliable medications in the first place.This is also the first known case of a human of any age being given a custom gene-editing treatment (made especially for them, rather than being made to broadly serve any patient with a given ailment or condition), and in some circles that's considered to be the future of this field, as individually tailored gene-treatments could help folks deal with chronic illnesses and genetic conditions (like cystic fibrosis, Huntington's disease, muscular dystrophy, and sickle cell), but also possibly help fight cancers and similar issues.More immediately, if this treatment is shown to be long-term efficacious for this first, baby patient, it could be applied to other patients who suffer the same deficiency, which afflicts an estimated 1 in 1.3 million people, globally. It's not common then—both parents have to have a mutant copy of a specific gene for their child to have this condition—but that's another reason this type of treatment is considered to be promising: many conditions aren't widespread enough to justify investment in pharmaceuticals or other medical interventions that would help them, so custom-tailored gene-editing could be used, instead, on a case-by-case basis.This is especially true if the speed at which a customized treatment can be developed is sped-up even further, though there are concerns about the future of this field and researchers' ability to up its efficiency as, at least in the US, the current administration's gutting of federal research bodies and funding looks likely to hit this space hard, and previous, similar victories that involved dramatically truncating otherwise ponderous developmental processes—like the historically rapid development of early COVID-19 vaccines—are not looked at favorably by a larger portion of the US electorate, which could mean those in charge of allocating resources and clearing the way for such research might instead pull even more funding and put more roadblocks in place, hobbling those future efforts, rather than the opposite.There are plenty of other researchers and institutions working on similar things around the world, of course, but this particular wing of that larger field may have higher hurdles to leap to get anything done in the coming years, if current trends continue.Again, though, however that larger context evolves, we're still in the early days of this, and there's a chance that this approach will turn out to be non-ideal for all sorts of reasons.The concept of tailored gene-editing therapies is an appealing one, though, as it could replace many existing pharmaceutical, surgical, and similar approaches to dealing with chronic, inherited conditions in particular, and because it could in theory at least allow us to address such issues rapidly, and without needing to mess around with the germ-line, because mutations could be assessed and addressed on a person-by-person basis, those edits staying within their bodies and not being passed on to their offspring, rather than attempting to make genetic customizations for future generations based on the imperfect knowledge and know-how of today's science, and the biased standards and priorities of today's cultural context.Show Noteshttps://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2504747https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/infant-rare-incurable-disease-first-successfully-receive-personalized-gene-therapy-treatmenthttps://www.wired.com/story/a-baby-received-a-custom-crispr-treatment-in-record-time/https://www.wsj.com/tech/biotech/crispr-gene-editing-therapy-philadelphia-infant-8fc3a2c5https://www.washingtonpost.com/science/2025/05/15/crispr-gene-editing-breakthrough/https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/05/15/nx-s1-5389620/gene-editing-treatment-crispr-inheritedhttps://interestingengineering.com/health/first-personalized-crispr-gene-therapyhttps://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-01496-zhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/15/health/gene-editing-personalized-rare-disorders.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/31/world/asia/us-science-cuts.htmlhttps://www.livescience.com/health/genetics/us-baby-receives-first-ever-customized-crispr-treatment-for-genetic-diseasehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/He_Jiankui_affairhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CCR5https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berlin_Patienthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CRISPR_gene_editinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CRISPRhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6813942/ This is a public episode. 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