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Hormones start shifting way earlier than anyone tells us, and for most women over 35 that sneaky change can make you feel like you are aging in fast-forward. This episode breaks down the hormone symptoms most doctors overlook and explains what is actually happening with estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone when you suddenly have brain fog, mood swings, stubborn weight gain, low libido, or sleep that goes off a cliff. Chalene also clears up the outdated fears around hormone therapy and shares the updated science every woman needs, plus simple natural hormone support options if HRT is not your thing. And if you have ever felt dismissed or confused by conflicting advice, you will hear exactly how to find a clinician who actually understands women's hormone health so you can age powerfully instead of feeling unlike yourself. Watch this episode on YouTube this Sunday!!  

Derrick and Scott are here to break down Part II of the Final aka The Season 41 Finale, go over our new winners, what it means for everyone's legacy, who we think we'll see back on S42 and beyond, what we thought of the final and MUCH MORE!This is a Free Preview of a much longer Episode Breakdown Podcast that is exclsuive to Maniac Level Patrons and above at www.ChallengeManiacs.com - You can also watch this and ALL of our podcasts in Video over there as well! WATCH this full episode Here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/video-season-41-144931781LISTEN to this full episode Here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/audio-season-41-144931940www.ChallengeMania.Live for Tix!www.ChallengeMania.Shop for Swagwww.ChallengeManiacs.com to Join the Pod Squad!

Where does agency efficiency go when AI begins handling the repetitive steps teams have battled for years? Jason Cass explores that shift with Jackson Fregeau, Co-Founder and CEO of Quandri, as they break down how a renewal intelligence platform can analyze policies, trigger quoting based on premium changes, and create contextual client communication automatically. Their discussion highlights how these capabilities free up staff to spend more time with clients while opening the door to new levels of retention and operational scale. Key Topics: Evolution from RPA to AI-driven capabilities Building a renewal intelligence platform for agencies Policy analysis across key coverage variables Automated quoting triggered by premium change thresholds Personalized communication for retention and cross-sell Shifts from personal lines to small commercial automation Differences in margin and complexity across business segments Trust, accuracy, and model limits in production workflows AI adoption timing, economic cycles, and industry expectations Reach out to: Jackson Fregeau Jason Cass Visit Website: Quandri Agency Intelligence Produced by PodSquad.fm

Scary skinny is back, and the ultra skinny look is hitting women and girls harder than ever. This episode takes a real look at why rapid, dramatic weight loss is being celebrated again, how celebrity culture and GLP1 drugs are fueling it, and what is really happening behind the filters. From hair loss and hormone crashes to influencer hypocrisy and hidden health fallout, this is an honest conversation about the new wellness lie. Listeners will walk away with clarity, context, and practical ways to protect themselves and their daughters from the pressure to keep getting smaller.  

This week's Pod Squad is Russ, Pete and Andys Bass and Knott, to marvel at an Imperious Dunk and Bart (and JPvH for that matter!) as Albion exorcised their demons from last season's disaster. Stand or fall!   UTA! Captain Marvel Strikes Again! @BrightonRockPod on BlueSky (and Twatter) brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that can be found in all their glory at this rather suitable address: www.sport-social.co.uk  Please follow us for automatic downloads of new episodes and if you want to make us really happy please rate us five stars on Apple and any other platforms that provide the opportunity to do so! Why not write a review while you are at it?! ;0).  All this helps our rankings and improves our chances of getting exciting guests onto the show. Also we are now on Patreon, so if you happen to be inclined to extreme acts of generosity we'd greatly appreciate any monthly donations, great or small, to help us run the pod as well as we can. Go to www.patreon.com/BrightonRockPod for details and to sign up. NB Our content will remain freely accessible to all listeners regardless. Humble thanks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who is your Inner Child, and what are they (still) saying? It's amazing how strongly our little selves show up in our adult lives.   Buckle Up – in this hilarious, profound conversation, Glennon, Abby, and Amanda invite their inner children to come forward and share their delights, blessings, and curses with the Pod Squad.  Together, we spiral around:  - Why some of us become the family “feeler” and others the “fixer,” and how we can all become more whole;  - How to honor the part of you who planned, dreamed, or disassociated to survive, without letting that little kid run your whole adult life; and  - How Abby is using music, dancing, and play as an antidote to her anxiety. 

Leadership is shaped in the moments when uncertainty meets opportunity. Jason Cass sits down with Doug McElhaney, Chief Strategy Officer at Applied Systems, for an Executive Sessions discussion at the Applied Conference, where Doug breaks down how strategic clarity guides agencies through rapid technological change. Drawing from his years at McKinsey and his work at Applied Systems, he shares the decisions, mentors, and personal experiences that continue to influence his approach to leadership and industry impact. Key Topics: Understanding strategy through hard-to-reverse decisions Top-down thinking and identifying value-producing objectives Overcoming analysis paralysis in agency decision-making Mentorship philosophies and leadership growth Mindsets that shape personal and professional confidence People-driven execution of technology and data Navigating industry transformation and accelerating change Insurance access, protection gaps, and real-world impact Bold thinking and envisioning long-term industry progress Reach out to: Doug McElhaney Jason Cass Visit Website: Applied Systems Agency Intelligence Produced by PodSquad.fm

In this episode of Front Cover: A Rough Notes Podcast on the Agency Intelligence Podcast Network, Jason Cass sits down with Mark Rodgers, Founder of Trailstone Insurance, the agency featured on the December 2025 front cover of Rough Notes Magazine.  Key Topics: Mark's reaction to being selected for the Rough Notes Magazine front cover  Trailstone's growth from a small agency to a large operation after shifting strategy in 2017–2018 Building automation in 2019 and writing more than 50 million in new personal lines premium Moving from purchased leads to strong inbound through social media, YouTube, and referral partners A sales process centered on homeowner targeting, education, and retention systems Operating fully inside HubSpot for AMS, CRM, communication, and workflow management Leveraging offshore teams, automation, and Traction accountability charts to support scale and culture Reach out to: Mark Rodgers Jason Cass Visit Website: Trailstone Insurance Rough Notes Magazine Produced by PodSquad.fm

Welcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Host of the ‘What's Trending in F1?' podcast Elaine Power and Newstalk's Laura Donnelly join Andrea to review ‘Stockton Street: Venus and Serena Williams'!Image: fwd.

Imagine having your own world-class registered dietitian designing every meal to fit your lifestyle, help you lose fat, and maintain lean muscle without spending a cent. In this episode, Chalene explains how to use AI as your personal nutrition coach to create a fully customized calorie deficit plan that actually works. She walks you step by step through how to use ChatGPT to calculate your macros, design meals you will love, and fine tune your plan when progress slows. If you have ever thought it would be easy to lose weight if someone just told you exactly what to eat, this episode will show you how to make that happen. Watch this episode on YouTube this Sunday!!  https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos  

Welcome to episode 277 of the Women's Running podcast. I'm your host Esther Newman and she's your other host Holly Taylor. On this podcast we talk about health, politics, stuff on TV and what we ate last night. Occasionally, we talk about running.First up, we have some exciting news about awards, and some honest thoughts on the wine we were served. Then we talk about The Hidden Race, produced by SportsShoes.com and Hoka that's all about the crews behind the runners. Raynaud's syndromeWe talk to Louise Parker from the Raynaud's Clinic. We ask all the questions to find the answers – how can we keep warm, is it dangerous, what can women who run do to help themselves, and how does it affect us as we get older. Also, she confirms that one treatment path does include a well-known blue pill… Gift guideDo continue to listen in to the second half of our general chat, as we also have the start of our gigantic Pod Gift Guide. All the links to some brilliant products are in the show notes below. Lovely extra bitsWatch The Hidden Race here Check out the Raynaud's Clinic for more info, and fyi you can self-refer...Our Gift Guide top picksBlack Friday Women's Running deal! Save a whopping 62%! It's MADNESS!Gym+Coffee Industry Fleece, £80Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro, £399Petzl SWIFT® LT, £53Monkey Sox Classic Quin Sports Socks, £17Garmin Forerunner 570, £459.99Asics Novablast 5, £134.99Higher State Allover Reflect Women's Hooded Jacket, £39.99 PLUS:Get tickets to our live event ahead of the Bath Half 2026!Setting up your own podcast? Try Zencastr – we've been using it for ages and LOVE ITDo join us on Patreon so you can come and chat in our new Pod Squad community on Discord! Go to patreon.co.uk/womensrunningEmail us at wrpodcast@anthem.co.uk with any questions or running stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Valley Girls chatted with Sheila Hyer, owner of Convenient Curations, about the bounty of thrift shops in the Hudson Valley, how to evaluate whether a secondhand purchase is worth it, and whether it's acceptable to give secondhand finds as gifts. (Spoiler alert: IT IS.) Thrifting can scratch your itch for a treasure hunt, support community groups who use resale stores to fund their aid programs, keep items out of landfills, and occasionally lead to unbelievable scores - if you know how to do it. Listen now for Sheila's advice before you hit the thrift shops! A huge thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bryant Home Improvement⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for sponsoring Season 4 of the podcast! With over 20 years of experience in luxury home building, Bryant Home Improvement is dedicated to ensuring quality and efficiency in every project and bringing value to your home - right here in the Hudson Valley.Thanks for listening! To help support the Valley Girls, please follow our podcast from our show page, leave a rating and review, and please spread the word and share our podcast with others. We really appreciate your support!To stay up to date and for more content you can find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠valleygirlspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/ValleyGirlsPodNY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/@ValleyGirlsPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and also check out the Newsletter and Pod Squad tab on our website to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and join ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠so you never miss a thing! All links can also be found in our Instagram bio.Episode music by Robert Burke Warren entitled Painting a Vast Blue Sky can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠robertburkewarren.bandcamp.com/track/painting-a-vast-blue-sky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Welcome to episode 277 of the Women's Running podcast. I'm your host Esther Newman and she's your other host Holly Taylor. On this podcast we talk about health, politics, stuff on TV and what we ate last night. Occasionally, we talk about running.First up, we have some exciting news about awards, and some honest thoughts on the wine we were served. Then we talk about The Hidden Race, produced by SportsShoes.com and Hoka that's all about the crews behind the runners. Raynaud's syndromeWe talk to Louise Parker from the Raynaud's Clinic. We ask all the questions to find the answers – how can we keep warm, is it dangerous, what can women who run do to help themselves, and how does it affect us as we get older. Also, she confirms that one treatment path does include a well-known blue pill… Gift guideDo continue to listen in to the second half of our general chat, as we also have the start of our gigantic Pod Gift Guide. All the links to some brilliant products are in the show notes below. Lovely extra bitsWatch The Hidden Race here Check out the Raynaud's Clinic for more info, and fyi you can self-refer...Our Gift Guide top picksBlack Friday Women's Running deal! Save a whopping 62%! It's MADNESS!Gym+Coffee Industry Fleece, £80Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro, £399Petzl SWIFT® LT, £53Monkey Sox Classic Quin Sports Socks, £17Garmin Forerunner 570, £459.99Asics Novablast 5, £134.99Higher State Allover Reflect Women's Hooded Jacket, £39.99 PLUS:Get tickets to our live event ahead of the Bath Half 2026!Setting up your own podcast? Try Zencastr – we've been using it for ages and LOVE ITDo join us on Patreon so you can come and chat in our new Pod Squad community on Discord! Go to patreon.co.uk/womensrunningEmail us at wrpodcast@anthem.co.uk with any questions or running stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So many women have messaged Chalene privately about her facelift, and this episode dives into exactly why she decided to be open about it — and what's surprised her most about people's reactions. From there, she takes a sharp turn into a true crime documentary that's been haunting her ever since she watched it: the story of actress Eva LaRue and her long-time stalker. Chalene breaks down the case like only she can, with a mix of compassion, disbelief, and questions no one else seems to be asking. It's part personal update, part pop culture analysis, and 100% unfiltered Chalene.  

What happens when experience, resilience, and strategic discipline converge inside a rapidly evolving insurance ecosystem? Jason Cass sits down with Ashim Khurana, COO of Cogneesol, for an Executive Sessions conversation that explores how a 25-year industry leader balances instinct, data, technology, and people. Drawing from work across global operations, insurance services, and Cogneesol's transition into IT-enabled solutions, Ashim breaks down the mindset required to lead teams, solve problems, and build systems that stand up to change. Key Topics: Early influences and lessons from past mentors Transition from instinct-driven work to data-informed decision-making Evolution from BPM services into technology-led solutions Strategic thinking versus operational execution AI use cases and why processes must be fixed first Supporting agents, carriers, MGAs, and legal service clients Leadership strengths, weaknesses, and personal growth The role of global operations and continuous adaptation Travel, culture, and perspective gained across markets Reach out to: Ashim Khurana Jason Cass Visit Website: Cogneesol Agency Intelligence Produced by PodSquad.fm

Podsquad, thank you so much for tuning in for Episode 115 of The kPodcast!!! We have a very special guest & studio owner in Orlando, Florida on the show for this episode, Jessie Burner! We'll be discussing his entrepreneurial journey opening Studio 757, how A.I. is impacting the music industry and creation, nerding out over drums, his solo as well as joint music ventures, and much more! Make sure to follow his journey and support! @jessieburner Thank you so much for listening, enjoy the conversation, and please be sure to hit up the email therealkpodcast@gmail.com with any feedback, comments, suggestions, and/or questions! Also be sure to follow the show on all socials @therealkpodcast

Welcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Newstalk's Rory Galvin & Host of the ‘For Techs Sake' podcast Elaine Burke join guest host Clare McKenna to review ‘Get Around To It'!

Welcome to episode 276 of the Women's Running podcast. I'm your host Esther Newman and she's your other host Holly Taylor. On this podcast we talk about health, politics, stuff on TV and what we ate last night. Occasionally, we talk about running.This episode is sponsored by Coopah, the running app. Find out how you can bag 20% off the annual subscription with us!The Hidden RaceApols for the start of this podcast which is very scatological, as you'll soon find out. Moving quickly on, this episode we have a special guest in the shape of Hannah from Hoka, a field experience rep. She's talking to us about The Hidden Race, a film that's been created in collaboration with SportsShoes and Hoka to focus on the crew behind the runners. This is where you find all the love and support that fuel the people who run these big races like UTMB. Hannah has crewed for her partner Darren, and she explains how she got into doing that, what you have to do as a crew member, and how she ended up featuring in this film, and what we can expect when we watch it this weekend – it airs for the first time at the Kendal Mountain Festival, but will be available to everyone on the SportsShoes Youtube channel.After the interview, we're back in the room to talk about how rubbish we'd be at crewing (obviously). Right at the end, we talk about a controversial race that never happened…Am I Nuts?Don't forget to listen to Am I Nuts on a Monday – this week we're talking about whether we should be worried about getting married, and it is all kicking off.Join us on PatreonIf you aren't a patron yet do join us on Patreon for just £2 a month, through which you can join Discord, our forum just for you. You also get to come along to our Live Pods! Just head to patreon.com/womensrunning and join us for just £2 a month.Lovely extra bitsGet 20% off an annual subscription to Coopah with Women's Running!Find out more about SportsShoes and Hoka - we'll link to the film next week when it's releasedSubscribe to Women's Running – and you can save 50%Get tickets to our live event ahead of the Bath Half 2026!Setting up your own podcast? Try Zencastr – we've been using it for ages and LOVE ITDo join us on Patreon so you can come and chat in our new Pod Squad community on Discord! Go to patreon.co.uk/womensrunningEmail us at wrpodcast@anthem.co.uk with any questions or running stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chalene and Bret get real about marriage, intimacy, and why so many couples lose their spark after years together. They break down what's actually behind low libido after 40, hormones, stress, resentment, body image, sleep, and all the real-life stuff no one talks about. It's funny, honest, and packed with takeaways for couples who want to reconnect without the shame or awkwardness. There's even a quick role-play on how to bring up hormones and testing, plus an update on Chalene's "age-affirming" surgery and where to watch the full journey.

Ep. 163 Ideas from MAX: Audience Development vs. Community Engagement Our Ideas from MAX series will feature conversations from our booth at the 2025 Midwest Arts Xpo and a roundtable discussion with the Pod Squad! This week we kick off with Gary Minyard's answer to the questions “What are we not talking about enough in the industry?”: the differences between audience development and community engagement. Gary Minyard is the Chief Creative Officer at Dayton Live in Dayton, OH (https://www.daytonlive.org/). Gary previously appeared on Episode 124 Of, By, and For Community. Follow us on social media and let us know your thoughts and questions - https://linktr.ee/nobusinesslikepod Our theme song is composed by Vic Davi.

Big reveals come to light as this season's Pod Squad answer burning questions about their love lives and shoot their shot at getting closure.If you want to partake in Zelda Merchandise and support the podcast, visit https://zelda-merchandise.com/?ref=realiteatwoPlease rate and subscribe to our podcast. You can rate us at either Apple Podcasts, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/realitea-times-two/id1689517536 or spotify, https://open.spotify.com/show/7rInYf1BD8YiFeCeOOx8gI. I will also start reading your 4 or 5-star ratings on the air!Patreon is here!!! Go join the Patreon at https://patreon.com/RealiteaTimesTwo?If you like us, please share with your friends.Please visit and follow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/realiteatimestwoIG: https://instagram.com/realiteatimestwoThreads: https://www.threads.net/@realiteatimestwoTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/RealiteaxTwoPod Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realiteaxtwopod?lang=en Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/realiteatimestwo.bsky.social You can also e-mail us at realiteaxtwo@hotmail.com.You can find us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@realiteatimestwoFind us on Discord at realiteaxtwoFollow us on Reddit at https://www.reddit.com/r/realiteatimestwopod/ I got a new website!!!! Visit https://realiteatimestwo.podcastpage.io/?v=zzea Listen to my new podcast with my friend Mikel called "Next Take Podcast" at the below YouTube link at: www.youtube.com/@NextTakePodcast/featured Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At last, the brilliant force of nature, Cynthia Erivo, joins us for a deeply personal, mind-blowing, and heart-swelling conversation about dignity and belonging. We discuss:  - How to survive betrayal and learn to fully trust again;  - How to build a circle of people who will always get on the broom with you;  - How Cynthia chooses and prepares for roles like Elphaba—and why she doesn't believe in method acting; and - How to find light, joy, and creativity in our darkest moments.  Hold onto your witch hats, Pod Squad. This conversation is a ride—and an offering. Enjoy.  About Cynthia:  Cynthia Erivo is a Grammy Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress, singer and producer. She burst onto West End and Broadway stages in THE COLOR PURPLE and has since taken the world by storm. Erivo most recently starred as Elphaba opposite Ariana Grande's Glinda in Part 1 of the record-breaking film adaptation of the hit musical WICKED. WICKED: For Good is being released THIS WEEK on November 21st. And Erivo's brand new book SIMPLY MORE is available today.   Follow We Can Do Hard Things on: Youtube — @wecandohardthingsshow   Instagram — @wecandohardthings TikTok — @wecandohardthingshow

How do you build a 26-year career around storytelling, culture, and servant leadership while staying relevant through every wave of change? Jason Cass sits down with Peter Van Aartrijk, Senior Vice President at Aartrijk, for an Executive Session recorded live at Applied Net in Las Vegas. From his early years as a journalist to building a respected insurance branding firm, Peter shares the mentors, moments, and lessons that shaped his leadership. Together, Jason and Peter explore the evolution of insurance communication, the meaning of servant leadership, and how authenticity keeps brands relevant through decades of change. Key Topics: Mentorship and lessons that shaped a lifetime in communication Building Aartrijk and defining leadership through service The human side of executives and agency culture Staying creative and relevant through 26 years of change The written word and the craft of storytelling in modern marketing Navigating technology, branding, and the pace of transformation AI's role in communication, authenticity, and content creation Mindset shifts from hard work to meaningful impact Purpose, humility, and human connection in leadership Reach out to: Peter Van Aartrijk Jason Cass Visit Website: Aartrijk Agency Intelligence Produced by PodSquad.fm

The Pod Squad is back on Note to Self! This week, we dive into the dark side of social media, from the addictive pull of doomscrolling to its effects on our daily live. Tune in as we share tips on cutting back screen time and reconnecting with the real world. Listen to us wherever you find your podcasts - Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NcCxKgjXpR2wrJNZ5NoxU Our Podcast site - https://ohlonenotetoself.libsyn.com/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ohlonenotetoself8512   __PRESENT __PRESENT

It's time for the Pod Squad.Today Anna Daly in for Andrea was joined by Host of the ‘For Techs Sake' podcast Elaine Burke and Newstalk's Neil Kavanagh… To review the ‘What Went Wrong'. A podcast that explores the Troubled production histories of both good and bad films.

No doubt you were hired to sell insurance. But did your agency leadership make you FIRST prove that you can prospect to set appointments? I would suspect probably not. And, that's why so many insurance producers fail and don't make it -- or at least why they don't make enough money. They are good at relationship building and closing business, but they just can't set enough appointments. In this throwback episode of the Millionaire Insurance Producer podcast, host ⁠⁠Charles Specht⁠⁠ will talk about what you need to start saying in order to set more new business appointments with your prospects. After all, prospecting is a numbers-game but selling insurance is a relationship-game. Key Topics: The dual careers in insurance: prospecting versus selling insurance. Why poor prospecting skills often lead to failure and how to fix them. The importance of a defined process for setting appointments. Overcoming objections like gatekeepers and timing issues. Crafting simple, relatable messaging to connect with prospects. Balancing numbers in prospecting with relationships in selling insurance. Refining prospecting skills or outsourcing to avoid stagnation. Reach out to  ⁠⁠Charles Specht⁠⁠ Visit: ⁠⁠Permission Network⁠⁠ Produced by ⁠⁠PodSquad.fm

What happens when one of the industry's most influential voices decides to rebuild from the ground up?  Jason Cass sits down with David Carothers, Founder of Florida Risk Partners and Creator of The Protégé, for a conversation that dives into what it really takes to evolve. David shares how his agency found explosive growth in personal lines, why transparency is the new superpower in carrier relationships, and how mentorship, leadership, and technology are shaping the next era of independent agencies. Key Topics: Rebuilding agency operations from the inside out Expanding into personal lines with purpose and systems Lessons learned through automation, lead flow, and scalability How transparency drives better carrier relationships and appointments Training the next generation through The Protégé Creating diversity and representation across the industry Building Producers in Paradise into a signature event Balancing leadership, family, and long-term agency vision Why mentorship and innovation remain the foundation of growth Reach out to: David Carothers Jason Cass Visit Website: Florida Risk Partners Killing Commercial The Protégé Agency Intelligence Produced by PodSquad.fm

No doubt you were hired to sell insurance. But did your agency leadership make you FIRST prove that you can prospect to set appointments? I would suspect probably not. And, that's why so many insurance producers fail and don't make it -- or at least why they don't make enough money. They are good at relationship building and closing business, but they just can't set enough appointments. In this throwback episode of the Millionaire Insurance Producer podcast, host ⁠⁠⁠Charles Specht⁠⁠⁠ will talk about what you need to start saying in order to set more new business appointments with your prospects. After all, prospecting is a numbers-game but selling insurance is a relationship-game. Key Topics: The dual careers in insurance: prospecting versus selling insurance. Why poor prospecting skills often lead to failure and how to fix them. The importance of a defined process for setting appointments. Overcoming objections like gatekeepers and timing issues. Crafting simple, relatable messaging to connect with prospects. Balancing numbers in prospecting with relationships in selling insurance. Refining prospecting skills or outsourcing to avoid stagnation. Reach out to  ⁠⁠⁠Charles Specht⁠⁠⁠ Visit: ⁠⁠⁠Permission Network⁠⁠⁠ Produced by ⁠⁠⁠PodSquad.fm⁠

Welcome to episode 275 of the Women's Running podcast. I'm your host Esther Newman and she's your other host Holly Taylor. On this podcast we talk about health, politics, stuff on TV and what we ate last night. Occasionally, we talk about running.Parenting woesFirst a shout out to all parents navigating the November/December schooltime panic, which I'm getting my knickers in a twist about. Then we catch up on what you've been saying about how to get to the start of your first ultra.TraitorsBefore a whacking great spoiler alert, cos of Traitors. We talk about the final a LOT, which we both loved.Training loadThen we're on to current training load – Hol's on the road to a 10K PB (wish her luck!), while I'm on the road to injury (also wish me luck)Don't forget to listen to Am I Nuts on a Monday – this week we're talking about flexibility, next week we're moving on to booze.Join us!If you aren't a patron yet do join us on Patreon for just £2 a month, through which you can join Discord, our forum just for you. You also get to come along to our Live Pods! Just head to patreon.com/womensrunning and join us for just £2 a month.Lovely extra bitsSubscribe to Women's Running – and you can save 50%Get tickets to our live event ahead of the Bath Half 2026!Setting up your own podcast? Try Zencastr – we've been using it for ages and LOVE ITDo join us on Patreon so you can come and chat in our new Pod Squad community on Discord! Go to patreon.co.uk/womensrunningEmail us at wrpodcast@anthem.co.uk with any questions or running stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Valley Girls chat with Matt Bryant, owner of Bryant Home Improvement, about how to make sure your home can weather the winter (hint: clean your gutters NOW); how to find and source reliable home repair professionals and tradespeople; and how not to be a nightmare client for your contractor. A huge thank you to Matt and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bryant Home Improvement⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for sponsoring Season 4 of the podcast! With over 20 years of experience in luxury home building, Bryant Home Improvement is dedicated to ensuring quality and efficiency in every project and bringing value to your home - right here in the Hudson Valley.Thanks for listening! To help support the Valley Girls, please follow our podcast from our show page, leave a rating and review, and please spread the word and share our podcast with others. We really appreciate your support!To stay up to date and for more content you can find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠valleygirlspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/ValleyGirlsPodNY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/@ValleyGirlsPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and also check out the Newsletter and Pod Squad tab on our website to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and join ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠so you never miss a thing! All links can also be found in our Instagram bio.Episode music by Robert Burke Warren entitled Painting a Vast Blue Sky can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠robertburkewarren.bandcamp.com/track/painting-a-vast-blue-sky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Facelift prep, hormone therapy choices, and the real side effects no one wants to say out loud. Chalene takes you behind the scenes on stopping estrogen before surgery, switching from injections to testosterone cream, and testing an estrogen patch, plus how progesterone keeps her sleep on track. She also flags a Neutrogena makeup wipe recall and why telehealth shortcuts around GLP-1s can backfire. Consider this a candid pre-op diary with zero politics and full transparency, plus details on the documentary she is filming of the entire recovery. If you are curious about perimenopause symptoms, HRT delivery methods, and GLP-1 risk conversations, this one will save you time and stress.

Jason Cass sits down with Dana Coates, CEO and Director of Strategic Partnerships at UWIB Risk & Insurance Solutions, for an Executive Session recorded live at Accelerate to discuss mentorship, generational leadership, and the importance of letting new leaders grow through experience. Together, they explore how patience, trust, and lifelong learning shape success in the insurance industry. Key Topics: Transitioning agency ownership and leadership to the next generation Mentoring younger leaders through patience, trust, and restraint Lessons from building UWIB across multiple states and generations The importance of allowing others to learn through mistakes and challenges Balancing family, faith, and professional growth through leadership change The evolving role of mentorship in shaping agency culture and vision How resilience and lived experience create lasting impact in leadership Maintaining a lifelong learning mindset through every stage of a career Humanizing executives and preserving authenticity in leadership transitions Reach out to: Dana Coates Jason Cass Visit Website: UWIB Risk & Insurance Solutions Agency Intelligence Produced by PodSquad.fm

The Pod Squad is joined by two special guests from STEP Up for our Halloween episode - Spooky Stress Stories! In this chillingly relatable special, the podcasters open up about their biggest fears, the "stress monsters" that haunt them, and the ways they treat themselves when life gets a little too scary. Listen to us wherever you find your podcasts - Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NcCxKgjXpR2wrJNZ5NoxU Our Podcast site - https://ohlonenotetoself.libsyn.com/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ohlonenotetoself8512   __PRESENT __PRESENT

Check out:⁠⁠ https://permissiongroup.com/permission-producer-school/⁠⁠ Imagine setting twice as many new business appointments with your prospects, tripling your win percentage, writing more accounts, writing larger-revenue generating accounts, and winning most (all?) of these new clients by signed Broker of Record Letter, rather than going through a normal quoting process. Sound to good to be true? Well, it's not. It's exactly what I teach and train my Producer clients to do. And, in this throwback podcast interview, host ⁠⁠Charles Specht⁠⁠ will tell you what the one thing is that you need to do FIRST in order to make all of this come true. Key Topics: The importance of choosing a micro-niche  How a focused niche helps create effective scripts, marketing, and branding Aligning your niche with your carriers' preferred markets for better results Examples of agents succeeding by specializing in unique industries Why focusing on fewer, high-value clients is more effective than spreading too thin How micro-niching increases trust and helps you secure more broker of record letters Avoiding the trap of dabbling by fully committing to a niche for greater success Reach out to  ⁠⁠Charles Specht⁠⁠ Visit: ⁠⁠Permission Producer School⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Permission Network⁠⁠ Produced by ⁠⁠PodSquad.fm

Check out:⁠⁠⁠ https://permissiongroup.com/permission-producer-school/⁠⁠⁠ Imagine setting twice as many new business appointments with your prospects, tripling your win percentage, writing more accounts, writing larger-revenue generating accounts, and winning most (all?) of these new clients by signed Broker of Record Letter, rather than going through a normal quoting process. Sound to good to be true? Well, it's not. It's exactly what I teach and train my Producer clients to do. And, in this throwback podcast interview, host ⁠⁠⁠Charles Specht⁠⁠⁠ will tell you what the one thing is that you need to do FIRST in order to make all of this come true. Key Topics: The importance of choosing a micro-niche  How a focused niche helps create effective scripts, marketing, and branding Aligning your niche with your carriers' preferred markets for better results Examples of agents succeeding by specializing in unique industries Why focusing on fewer, high-value clients is more effective than spreading too thin How micro-niching increases trust and helps you secure more broker of record letters Avoiding the trap of dabbling by fully committing to a niche for greater success Reach out to  ⁠⁠⁠Charles Specht⁠⁠⁠ Visit: ⁠⁠⁠Permission Producer School⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Permission Network⁠⁠⁠ Produced by ⁠⁠⁠PodSquad.fm⁠

Welcome to episode 274 of the Women's Running podcast. I'm your host Esther Newman and she's your other host Holly Taylor. On this podcast we talk about health, politics, stuff on TV and what we ate last night. Occasionally, we talk about running.Viral loadHolly's got a stonking cold, but struggles through this regardless. Apologies for the sniffling. She talks about even in the depths of the cold, she's still carrying on her training, and how her 10K plan is making her feel like an elite runner.Traitors!And then we're on to the main event – not marathons, not ultras, not 10Ks. It's Celebrity Traitors. Big old spoilers here if you're watching on catch up, or watching in different countries – maybe skip from about 19 minutes to 38 minutes.Ultra accessibilityWe then talk about my current bugbear, which is the inaccessibility of ultra marathons in terms of geographical location. Please let us know how you're getting to the start of these things!Am I Nuts?Don't forget to listen to Am I Nuts on a Monday – this week we're talking about flexibility, next week we're moving on to booze.Join us!If you aren't a patron yet do join us on Patreon for just £2 a month, through which you can join Discord, our forum just for you. You also get to come along to our Live Pods! Just head to patreon.com/womensrunning and join us for just £2 a month.Lovely extra bitsSubscribe to Women's Running – and you can save 50%Get tickets to our live event ahead of the Bath Half 2026!Setting up your own podcast? Try Zencastr – we've been using it for ages and LOVE ITDo join us on Patreon so you can come and chat in our new Pod Squad community on Discord! Go to patreon.co.uk/womensrunningEmail us at wrpodcast@anthem.co.uk with any questions or running stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A wild and eye-opening look into the hidden online worlds shaping a generation of young men, and why every parent needs to hear this. Chalene pulls back the curtain on incel forums, red pill and black pill culture, and how meme language like Pepe and Wojak became their secret code. You'll learn how algorithms quietly pull teens into darker corners of the internet and why loneliness, not politics, is usually at the heart of it. This isn't about blame. It's about understanding the digital reality our boys are growing up in and how to keep them grounded in real life connection.

Technology is reshaping insurance and redefining leadership. Jason Cass welcomes Daniel Hom, Chief Technology Officer at Symphony Risk Solutions, for an Executive Session live from NetVu Accelerate. Together, they explore how the rapid pace of AI, cybersecurity, and automation are transforming the industry, and why the next generation of agency leaders must think like technologists as much as business builders. Key Topics: Daniel shares his 25-year journey in insurance technology and rise to CTO. The difference between a CIO and CTO and why smaller firms often merge the roles. Why even small agencies will soon need dedicated tech leadership or managed service partners. How insurance technology has shifted from stagnant to fast-paced innovation. The growing challenge of evaluating which InsurTech solutions will last. Daniel's perspective on AI as a force that will reshape, not replace, the insurance workforce. Jason and Daniel discuss how automation will let humans focus on connection and creativity. Leadership lessons from mentors who taught Daniel the value of openness and courage to fail. How Symphony Risk Solutions is integrating AI partnerships while fostering team-driven innovation. Reach out to: Daniel Hom Jason Cass Visit Website: Symphony Risk Solutions Agency Intelligence Produced by PodSquad.fm

In this episode of Front Cover: A Rough Notes Podcast on the Agency Intelligence Podcast Network, Jason Cass sits down with Brett Merrill, CEO of Merrill Insurance, the agency featured on the November 2025 front cover of Rough Notes Magazine.  Key Topics: The honor of Merrill Insurance being featured on Rough Notes Magazine Carrying forward a century-old family agency and honoring his father's legacy Building an agency culture rooted in relationships and community impact The power of mentorship and lessons from Brett's mentor, Ken Hoffman What Brett's battle with cancer taught him about leadership and team resilience Investing in people and creating internal missions that strengthen culture Generational differences in values and how they shape modern agency leadership The importance of executing ideas and empowering others to lead Redefining marketing through personal connection rather than budget size Why focusing on people first is the ultimate growth strategy for any agency Reach out to: Brett Merrill Jason Cass Visit Website: Merrill Insurance Rough Notes Magazine Produced by ⁠⁠PodSquad.fm⁠⁠

Welcome to episode 273 of the Women's Running podcast. I'm your host Esther Newman and she's your other host Holly Taylor. On this podcast we talk about health, politics, stuff on TV and what we ate last night. Occasionally, we talk about running.Actual running contentHold on to your hats here, cos we're actually talking about running (sorry about that) with a bit of a recap of our recent running, and the stats we're served afterwards, and what it all means.Training adaptabilityWe also talk about how to flex our training when life is getting busy, and also how we're coping with shorter days and darker evenings and mornings. While we get ourselves a bit cross and shouty here, don't be put off and listen right through to the end for the mother of all emails – in terms of fun pod stories, we believe we have a gold medallist.Join usIf you aren't a patron yet do join us on Patreon for just £2 a month, through which you can join Discord, our forum just for you, our gorgeous Pod Squad, to meet up, chat about running, TV, books, menopause, and anything else you like. You also get to come along to our Live Pods! To get access to Discord, all you need to do is head to patreon.com/womensrunning and join us for just £2 a month.Lovely extra bitsSubscribe to Women's Running – and you can save 50%Get tickets to our live event ahead of the Bath Half 2026!Setting up your own podcast? Try Zencastr – we've been using it for ages and LOVE ITDo join us on Patreon so you can come and chat in our new Pod Squad community on Discord! Go to patreon.co.uk/womensrunningEmail us at wrpodcast@anthem.co.uk with any questions or running stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever catch yourself thinking, why do I feel so off today—or the opposite, why am I suddenly so happy? In this episode, Chalene Johnson digs into the real science and habits behind your mood, energy, and motivation. She explains how "learned helplessness" keeps you stuck in stress and fatigue, and how small physical, mental, and daily habit shifts can completely change your outlook. You'll hear how she rebuilt her energy, focus, and joy by rethinking her routines, movement, and mindset. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, drained, or disconnected, this episode will help you feel in control again.

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by "New Threat" Will Gagnon.Will has been making waves in The Challenge world since the first episode of Season 41. Between his show-mances with Dee and Nany, altercations with both Gabe and a kitchen wall, rocky roads with his very own partner Olivia and several online "crash-outs" recently, Will has become one of the most discussed rookies on this season. Now...most people have him partially confused with the similarly dapper Jake, but that's besides the point. Will makes his Challenge Mania debut to tell his story and as you might expect...he does NOT hold back!WATCH this interview here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/video-will-on-142273354www.ChallengeManiacs.com to join the Pod Squad for Video, Ad-Free Audio, Bonus Podcasts, Pre-Sales and other perks!www.ChallengeMania.Live for tickets to Live Shows like Buffalo 11/15 and Nashville 11/22!Pre-Sale for Philyl featuring CT, Aneesa, Derrick and more is NEXT WEDNESDAY 11/5 at www.ChallengeManiacs.comwww.ChallengeMania.Shop for Swag! 

Executive Sessions focus on the person behind the position, and that's exactly what happens here. Jason Cass sits down with Keith Savino, Managing Partner at Trucordia, live at Accelerate. With over three decades in the business, Keith shares lessons from his journey through five agencies, the evolution of insurance tech from green screens to AI, and why servant leadership and collaboration still drive the industry forward. Key Topics: The insurance industry's “inside baseball” pace and why it only feels slow from the stands. How community, collaboration, and consensus have fueled decades of industry progress. Mentorship and servant leadership lessons from Mike Stein and other early influences. Building success by putting others first and leading with purpose. From green screens to AI and Keith's early days implementing technology in the late 1980s. The evolution of transactional filing and how it shaped modern agency efficiency. Predictions for 2030, including responsible AI adoption, data analytics, and rethinking the modern workplace. Keith's OPA (Operations, Payroll, Acquisition) model for building profitable agency structures. Why success in the next decade depends on smarter data, collaboration, and mindset. Reach out to: Keith Savino Jason Cass Visit Website: Trucordia Agency Intelligence Produced by PodSquad.fm

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager break down Episode 13 of The Challenge 41: Vets and New Threats!This is the Free Preview of a much longer Bonus Podcast that you can listen to ad-free or watch in Full Video by joining the Pod Squad at ChallengeManiacs.comwww.ChallengeMania.Livewww.ChallengeMania.ShopPre-Sale for Baltimore 1/31 with CT, Jodi and more begins TOMORROW 10/23 at 10AM at www.ChallengeManiacs.com

Tech can feel exciting or totally overwhelming, especially for midlife women trying to keep up. In this episode, Chalene Johnson breaks down iPhone shortcuts, AI tools, and simple automations that make everyday life easier. You'll also hear an honest take on GLP-1 weight loss trends, food noise, and why calorie balance still matters, plus how to protect yourself from scams and account glitches. And of course, a sweet update on Penelope that will make you smile. If you want real talk, useful hacks, and a few relatable tech-fail laughs, this one's for you.

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager break down Episode 12 of The Challenge 41 where Derrick takes on Theo in a Pillow-Fight elimination.This is a Free Preview of a much longer episode breakdown that is exclusive to our Maniac Level Patrons and above at www.ChallengeManiacs.comEnjoy Bonus Podcasts, Full Video, Early and Ad-Free Interviews, Pre-Sales and MORE by Joining the POD SQUAD!WATCH THIS INTERVIEW HERE: https://www.patreon.com/posts/141376245?pr=truewww.ChallengeMania.Livewww.ChallengeMania.Shop

Money anxiety, retirement fears, and the quiet worry about being alone are hitting many women in midlife. In this walk-and-talk episode, Chalene Johnson opens up about the top financial and emotional concerns women are sharing right now—from fear of not saving enough to the loneliness that creeps in as life changes. She offers practical, doable steps to get control of your finances, strengthen your relationships, and create more security for the future. Plus, a wild story about intuition and an update on Penelope that might make you rethink what's “just coincidence.”  

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by "New Threat" Gabe Wai.Gabe drops by the podcast to talk about his rookie season on The Challenge and walk us through his life story and path to The Challenge through Rugby and the WWE Performance Center. He talks about his treatment of his partners, his decision to stake a claim on Nany and what he regrets from the season. Before you consider your opinion on this New Threat fully formed, we ask that you give this interview a shot. Gabe shares a lot about his upbringing and is very candid about his thoughts and feelings about his first go at The Challenge since returning home.FULL VIDEO HERE for Pod Squad: https://www.patreon.com/posts/video-gabe-on-141204538www.ChallengeManiacs.comwww.ChallengeMania.Livewww.ChallengeMania.ShopFIRST SHOW of 2026 announced, Baltimore 1/31 featuring CT, JODI, DERRICK and MORE!ALL INFO HERE: https://www.patreon.com/posts/our-first-live-141212586Pre-Sale Thursday 10/23

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager breakdown Episode 11 on The Challenge 41, talk Gabe's attempt at stealing Nany from Justin, his treatment of Jonna, Derrick and Dee's big win AND also discuss Nany's comments on the recent Death, Taxes and Bananas Episode about Aneesa and Will that has the internet in a tizzy.This is a Free Preview of a much longer podcast you can see and hear by joining THE POD SQUAD!WATCH the full episode HERE: https://www.patreon.com/posts/141137913?pr=trueLISTEN to the full episode HERE: https://www.patreon.com/posts/audio-episode-11-141135344www.ChallengeManiacs.comwww.ChallengeMania.Livewww.ChallengeMania.Shop

Recorded while hiking through Northern Michigan this past Patreon episode is pure family chaos and nostalgia. Chalene and Bret swap stories about wakeboarding delays, indecisive dinner plans, and the perfectly unorganized rhythm of Chalene's family at Hubbard Lake. Chalene also shares how her sister met her now-husband at 12, plus the wild chapter when their family bought a ski lodge and turned it into a restaurant, complete with a sous chef who got arrested mid-shift. Between laughs, they reflect on how the environment shapes health, how Gen X freedom compares to Gen Z's screen life, and why parasocial friendships can feel so comforting. It's funny, unfiltered, and very Michigan.