Podcasts about POS

There was a time in Boréale's (https://www.boreale.com/en) not-so-distant past when they might have released a new beer every other year. The brewery is one of Quebec's oldest craft breweries, dating back to the late 1980s, and over its history it has seen waves and trends come and go. But the changing dynamics of craft brewing in the 2010s posed a different kind of challenge that required a new way to approach innovation and risk-taking. Then head brewer, now vice president of innovation, Gabriel “Gab” Dulong played a big part in that adjustment, getting the brewery into the unfolding world of production-scale hazy IPA in 2016, then pushing hard into nonalcoholic NA beer through the pandemic. Today, the brewery remains one of the largest craft breweries in Quebec—and only in Quebec—producing about 100,000 barrels of beer per year. But innovation is now core to their DNA. In this episode, Dulong discusses: helping an established brewery transition to the market realities of the past decade reorienting to sell on quality and ingredients instead of price point building a new approach to cold-chain storage to properly distribute hazy IPA in Quebec generating internal knowledge in NA brewing developing style-dependent processes for different NA beers experimenting with specialized yeasts before settling on tight processes with standard brewing yeasts building mouthfeel and intensity without alcohol in beer hopping with modern hop products in NA beer malt selection for hazy IPA manipulating final gravity for NA versions of core brands And more. This episode is brought to you by: G&D Chillers (https://gdchillers.com): For years G&D Chillers has chilled the beers you love, partnering with 3,000+ breweries across North America and beyond. With our 24/7 service and support, your brewery will never stop. Remote monitor your chiller for simple and fast access to all the information you need, and gain peace of mind your operation is running smoothly. Berkeley Yeast (https://berkeleyyeast.com). Berkeley Yeast bioengineers ordinary strains and make them extraordinary—enhancing the flavors you want and eliminating the ones you don't. Visit berkeleyyeast.com to learn more and start brewing with science on your side. Old Orchard (https://www.oldorchard.com/brewer): As breweries expand beyond beer into other segments like mocktails and CBD beverages, Old Orchard is here to help. We can formulate custom blends featuring specialty ingredients. More information and free samples are waiting at oldorchard.com/brewer. Indie Hops (https://indiehops.com) Lórien seamlessly combines traditional elements of European noble hops with an elegant twang of American modernity. Learn more about Lórien and the rest of Indie's varieties at www.indiehops.com. Indie Hops — Life is short. Let's make it flavorful. Steel Chill Cups (https://SteelChillCups.com) Steel Chill-Cups are the perfect promotional tool! Crafted from 100% recyclable steel and proudly made in the USA. Discover how Steel Chill-Cups can “Put your brand on every pour”—visit SteelChillCups.com today! Arryved (https://www.arryved.com) Not only does Arryved offer a world-class POS built specifically for breweries, but they also provide Arryved Brewery Management, e-commerce, and more to help breweries scale and thrive. Visit arryved.com to learn more. Paktech (https://www.paktech-opi.com) With a minimalist design, durable functionality you can rely on, and custom color matching, PakTech helps brands stand out while staying sustainable. Trusted by craft brewers nationwide, they offer a smarter, sustainable way to carry your beer. To learn more, visit paktech-opi.com Brewery Workshop (https://breweryworkshop.com) If you're launching a brewery or acquiring an existing one, consider our brewery workshop and new brewery accelerator, September 14 through 17th in Fort Collins, Colorado. Over four days, we engage in panel discussions, technical brewery tours, networking, and small working group sessions that help you better understand and prepare for the challenges of brewery operation. Tickets are on sale now.

Your P&L should be more than a spreadsheet—it should be a tool for growth. In this episode, James Shepherd sits down with a fractional CFO who works with top payments companies to break down how to get your financials in order, raise capital, and prepare your business for acquisition or expansion. Whether you're building toward a valuation event or just want clearer insight into your revenue, this conversation is packed with valuable advice. Then, Rich Norton shares practical sales strategies for agents, and James joins Patti Murphy for Today in Payments to cover the latest news—from a new stablecoin backed by Mastercard and PayPal to the future of POS and processor-agnostic solutions.

Zatrzymaj się, zanim zgaśniesz! 25 najczęstszych błędów w sporcie i diecieW 143 odcinku podcastu „Paliwo z Roślin” mówię o 25 błędach, które najczęściej popełniają osoby aktywne i sportowcy – oraz o tym, jak je naprawić.Jeśli brakuje Ci efektów, motywacji lub czujesz się przytłoczona dietą i planem treningowym – ten odcinek da Ci nowe spojrzenie i konkretne rozwiązania.Poruszam m.in. temat regeneracji, odżywiania, motywacji, nawodnienia i psychodietetyki w sporcie.Posłuchaj i odkryj, co możesz zmienić już dziś, by wrócić na swoją ścieżkę.Dostępne na Spotify, Apple Podcasts i sylwiamaksym.pl____________________________Odcinki powstają w partnerstwie z marką suplementów diety Naturell, która jest sponsorem podcastu Paliwo z Roślin____________________________Droga słuchaczko, drogi słuchaczu, cieszę się, że mogę dla Ciebie nagrywać.Dziękuję Ci, że jesteś, słuchasz i wspólnie ze mna tworzysz to miejsce. Zasubskrybuj mój podcast i jeśli lubisz treści, które dla Ciebie tworzę, to daj temu wyraz oceniając Paliwo z Roślin na Spotify lub dzieląc się komentarzem na Apple Podcasts. Twoja opinia jest dla mnie bardzo ważna. Dziękuję!____________________________Zapraszam po treści wspierające zdrowie i wiedzę:https://sylwiamaksym.pl/https://www.facebook.com/paliwozroslinhttps://www.instagram.com/sylwia.maksymhttps://www.tiktok.com/@sylwiamaksymhttps://www.youtube.com/@sylwiamaksym

W dzisiejszym odcinku podcastu „Posłuchaj Plus Minus” Daria Chibner rozmawia z Konstantym Pilawą z Klubu Jagiellońskiego o tym, czy internet faktycznie zmienił naszą rzeczywistość, wpływając na sposób prowadzenia dyskusji, formułowania wypowiedzi oraz tego, w jaki sposób postrzegamy świat.A jakie teksty z „Plusa Minusa” stanowiły tło dla naszej rozmowy?Cezary Boryszewski w swoim tekście analizuje fenomen reality shows, które aktualnie królują w internecie. Okazuje się, że wciąż kochamy podglądać rzekomo zwykłych ludzi przeżywających różne przygody. Natomiast Mariusz Cieślik udowadnia, że pogłoski o śmierci telewizji są mocno przesadzone. Telewizja nieustannie się przeobraża, wykorzystując technologiczne nowinki na swoją korzyść. A Piotr Zaremba pokazuje, jak nowe media zmieniają politykę. Co ciekawe, według niego internet nie tylko tworzy ideologiczne bańki, lecz także ma narzędzia do tego, aby je rozbijać. A to na pewno przyda się w świecie permanentnej polaryzacji. Tymczasem Mateusz Kukla przygląda się zgubnemu urokowi streamerów gier komputerowych, który może skłaniać młodych ludzi do alienacji i samotności.Kup subskrypcję „Rzeczpospolitej” pod adresem: https://czytaj.rp.pl

W 367. lekcji podcastu Kwadrans na angielski zanurzamy się w świat gier wideo! Poznasz angielskie nazwy popularnych gatunków gier, takich jak first-person shooter, platformer, sandbox czy simulation. Dowiesz się też, co oznaczają skróty RPG, MOBA, DLC i MMORPG. W drugiej części omawiamy slangowe wyrażenia, które możesz usłyszeć w komentarzach i czatach growych, m.in. GOAT, MID, FIRE, TRASH, CLUTCH i NO CAP.------Rozdziały--------(0:20) - Intro(0:55) - Słowem wstępu(2:23) - Rodzaje gier(11:04) - Cele i postępy w grze(13:55) - Slang gracza(18:26) - Outro----------------------Jeżeli doceniasz moją pracę nad podcastem, to zostań Patronem KNA dzięki stronie https://patronite.pl/kwadrans. Nie wiesz czym jest Patronite? Posłuchaj specjalnego odcinka: https://kwadransnaangielski.pl/wsparcieDołącz do naszej społeczności na stronie https://KwadransNaAngielski.plLekcji możesz słuchać na Spotify albo oglądać na YouTube.Wszystkie nowe wyrażenia z tej lekcji w formie pisemnej są dostępne na stronie https://kwadransnaangielski.pl/367#polskipodcast #kwadransnaangielski #angielski----------------------Mecenasi wśród Patronów:Joanna KwiatkowskaJoannaJakub Wiśniewski - https://bezpiecznyvpn.pl

Wejdź na stronę https://zlapaniwsiec.pl/90, znajdziesz tam wersję video oraz e-book z dodatkowymi materiałami. Koniecznie polub „Złapanych” na Facebooku: https://www.facebook.com/ZlapaniwSiecplPodcast wspierają marki: Domeny.tv MSERWIS.pl — narzędzia dla e-biznesu: hosting, sklepy i strony.Chcesz, żeby marketing w Twojej firmie działał jak dobrze naoliwiona maszyna? Posłuchaj, jak z pomocą AI zapanować nad strategią marketingową bez zbędnych komplikacji. Gościem naszego podcastu był Bartosz Langa — szaman marketingu.Szczegóły rozmowy z Bartoszem:04:50

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Let's be honest, running a bar is one thing. Running a nightclub? That's a whole different game. In this episode, I'm joined by Connor Treacy, who co-founded Off Sunset, one of LA's most buzzed-about nightclubs. We talk through everything you don't see on Instagram what it really takes to keep a club relevant, why you're basically running a circus, and how a tiny 150-person room was pulling in $4 million a year. If you've ever been curious about nightlife, or even tempted to open a club yourself, you'll want to hear this. It's not all champagne and celebrities. There's ego management, legal landmines, and a surprising amount of hands-on hustle. Here's what we get into: Why nightclubs are way riskier and more intense than most barsHow Connor built buzz without flashy marketing or big budgetsWhat it's like dealing with high-maintenance guests, drama, and paparazziHow much money clubs actually make and what it takes to keep it goingWhy Connor made the leap from nightlife to pizza (and what he's eyeing next)Give it a listen—this one's honest, behind-the-scenes, and packed with takeaways for anyone in hospitality.Connect with Connor Treacy on Instagram: @theconnortreacyFind him on LinkedIn: Connor Treacy on LinkedInVisit his website:  connortreacy.com Learn More:Schedule a Strategy SessionBar Business Nation Facebook GroupThe Bar Business Podcast WebsiteChris' Book 'How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business'Thank you to our show sponsors, SpotOn and Starfish. SpotOn's modern, cloud-based POS system allows bars to increase team productivity and provides the reporting you need to make smart financial decisions. Starfish works with your bookkeeping software using AI to help you make data-driven decisions and maximize your profits while giving you benchmarking data to understand how you compare to the industry at large. **We are a SpotOn affiliate and earn commissions from the link above. A podcast for bar, pub, tavern, nightclub, and restaurant owners, managers, and hospitality professionals, covering essential topics like bar inventory, marketing strategies, restaurant financials, and hospitality profits to help increase bar profits and overall success in the hospitality industry.

Sklep Mao Powiedziane https://maopowiedziane.pl/ Dołącz do grona Patronów tego podcastu na http://www.patronite.pl/maopowiedziane  Posłuchaj dalszej części odcinka na kanale Mao Powiedziane Plus na Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ySk7ZCQPHXRGLeC7IaZkj?si=ciUq8dgETyi4Hw4Zmkl5Ug Jak połączyć konto na Patronite ze Spotify https://patronite.pl/post/71266/polacz-konto-na-patronite-ze-spotify  W Chinach lato rozkręca się na dobre, a wraz z nim pojawiają się regionalne zjawiska pogodowe, które potrafią być nie tylko uciążliwe, ale czasem wręcz niebezpieczne. Z tymi wyzwaniami muszą mierzyć się zarówno politycy, jak i obywatele. Jedni odpowiadają na nie wielkimi inwestycjami infrastrukturalnymi, drudzy szukają ukojenia w tradycyjnej medycynie... albo w bubble tea. W tym odcinku rozmawiamy o różnorodnych aspektach chińskiego lata — od codziennych strategii przetrwania, przez wyzwania klimatyczne, aż po letnie zwyczaje i mody. Zapraszamy do słuchania! Dołącz do naszego Discorda (dla Patronów) https://patronite.pl/post/59230/jak-dolaczyc-do-naszego-discordaPostaw nam kawę na http://buycoffee.to/maopowiedzianeInstagram: http://instagram.com/maopowiedzianeInstagram Nadii: http://instagram.com/nadia.urbanInstagram Weroniki: http://instagram.com/wtruszczynskaNapisz do nas: kontakt@maopowiedziane.pl 

Ce 218e épisode de Pos. Report est consacré à la classe Ocean Fifty avec deux navigatrices qui disputeront de mercredi à dimanche l'Act 2 des Ocean Fifty Series à Concarneau, Anne-Claire Le Berre, qui a succédé cette année à Francesca Clapcich à la barre de Upwind by MerConcept, et Audrey Ogereau, qui fait partie depuis 2023 de l'équipage de Koesio aux côtés d'Erwan Le Roux.L'une comme l'autre commencent justement par raconter comment elles sont arrivées en Ocean Fifty, la première après avoir postulé à la sélection organisée par MerConcept pour constituer en 2024 un équipage 100% féminin, la seconde dès 2022 lorsqu'Erwan Le Roux lui a proposé d'assurer des RP sur son trimaran en Méditerranée.Toutes les deux issues de la filière olympique - 470 pour Anne-Claire Le Berre, Nacra 17 pour Audrey Ogereau -, elles expliquent comment la course au large est peu à peu devenue un objectif, ce qui les a poussées à quitter un poste bien établi - directrice technique du team Initiatives Coeur et ingénieure d'affaires dans un cabinet de conseil en informatique - pour se lancer dans ce nouveau challenge.Elles racontent ensuite leur apprentissage de l'Ocean Fifty, mais également leurs autres expériences, en Class40 pour Anne-Claire Le Berre avec Amélie Grassi, en AC40 sur la première Women's America's Cup pour Audrey Ogereau. Cette dernière s'est aussi mise au Figaro cette année - elle a terminé 8e de la récente Transat Paprec avec Quentin Vlamynck et disputera la Fig'Armor en août -, histoire de se familiariser avec l'exercice du large en solitaire.Car si le principal objectif de leur saison 2025 sera la Transat Café L'Or, qu'elles disputeront avec Erwan Le Roux pour cette dernière, Elodie-Jane Mettraux pour la première, elles enchaîneront en 2026 avec la Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe, premières femmes à s'élancer en Ocean Fifty sur la transat entre Saint-Malo et Pointe-à-Pitre.Diffusé le 24 Juin 2025Générique : Fast and wild/EdRecordsPost-production : Grégoire LevillainHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

W tym odcinku dzielę się 5 najważniejszymi rzeczami, które każdy początkujący inwestor musi znać przed zakupem pierwszego mieszkania „na flipa”. To nie są teoretyczne porady z internetu – to praktyczne lekcje z placu boju, które mogą uchronić Cię przed stratą pieniędzy, czasu i nerwów. Dowiesz się m.in.: dlaczego „dobra lokalizacja” to często pułapka, jak „sprawdzona ekipa” może zawalić remont, jeśli jej nie przypilnujesz, czemu liczby na kartce to nie wszystko, jeśli nie dbasz o własne bezpieczeństwo, jak źle zaprojektowane mieszkanie może stać się niesprzedawalne, i jak ogłoszenie sprzedaży może zadecydować o Twoim zysku – albo o jego braku. Jeśli myślisz o flipach, ten materiał to Twoje obowiązkowe wprowadzenie. Posłuchaj przed zakupem, a podziękujesz sobie (i być może mi) później.

W tym odcinku podcastu „BSS bez tajemnic” rozmawiam z Phillipem Poyntonem – rekruterem, ekspertem Salesforce i współtwórcą pierwszego w Polsce, kompleksowego raportu o ekosystemie Salesforce na rok 2025. Podczas rozmowy poznajemy kulisy powstania raportu, analizujemy najważniejsze dane i trendy oraz zaglądamy w przyszłość branży CRM w Polsce.Phillip Poynton, od sześciu lat aktywnie działający w świecie Salesforce, opowiada o swojej drodze zawodowej i pasji do budowania społeczności wokół tej technologii. Jako szef rekrutacji w Nextview Consulting, właściciel butikowej agencji oraz założyciel fundacji TeamCo&Friends, Phillip nie tylko rekrutuje specjalistów, ale także wspiera rozwój ekosystemu Salesforce w Polsce. W rozmowie zdradza, jak zespół fundacji oraz partnerzy – m.in. Coffee&Force, Nextview Consulting, Craftware i Sofigate – stworzyli raport oparty na odpowiedziach ponad 1000 uczestników polskiej społeczności Salesforce.Ten odcinek wprowadza w świat Salesforce – najpopularniejszego na świecie systemu CRM, który rewolucjonizuje zarządzanie relacjami z klientami, sprzedażą i marketingiem. Phillip tłumaczy, kto korzysta z Salesforce, jakie role dominują w polskim ekosystemie (programiści, konsultanci, analitycy biznesowi, administratorzy) oraz jak wygląda struktura i geografia specjalistów w kraju.W rozmowie nie brakuje ciekawostek: dowiadujemy się, że liczba klientów Salesforce w Polsce podwoiła się w ciągu ostatnich pięciu lat, a Warszawa, Wrocław, Kraków i Lublin to główne ośrodki kompetencji. Phillip dzieli się także refleksją na temat stagnacji wynagrodzeń oraz rosnącego znaczenia administratorów po stronie klientów.Ten odcinek to obowiązkowa pozycja dla wszystkich zainteresowanych nowoczesnymi technologiami, rozwojem kariery w IT oraz przyszłością rynku CRM w Polsce. Posłuchaj, aby dowiedzieć się, jak wygląda ekosystem Salesforce w 2025 roku oraz jakie kompetencje są najbardziej poszukiwane.  Kluczowe punkty rozmowy:Salesforce to zaawansowany system CRM, który integruje sprzedaż, marketing i obsługę klienta w jednym miejscu, umożliwiając firmom lepsze zarządzanie relacjami z klientami.Raport "Salesforce PL 2025" to pierwsze tak kompleksowe źródło wiedzy o ekosystemie Salesforce w Polsce, oparty na danych zebranych od ponad tysiąca respondentów.W Polsce popularność Salesforce rośnie dynamicznie, a największe skupiska specjalistów znajdują się w Warszawie, Wrocławiu, Krakowie i Lublinie, z wyraźnym wzrostem liczby programistów i konsultantów..Linki:Phillip Poynton na Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/salesforcerecruiter/TeamCo and friends - https://teamcoandfriends.org/Raport ekosystemu Salesforce PL 2025 - https://teamcoandfriends.org/raport/ Porozmawiaj o tym odcinku ze sztuczną inteligencją - https://bbs-bez-tajemnic.onpodcastai.com/episodes/yEH3jsybjY4/chat  ****************************  Nazywam się Wiktor Doktór i na co dzień prowadzę Klub Pro Progressio https://klub.proprogressio.pl/pl – to społeczność wielu firm prywatnych i organizacji sektora publicznego, którym zależy na rozwoju relacji biznesowych w modelu B2B. W podcaście BSS bez tajemnic poza odcinkami solowymi, zamieszczam rozmowy z ekspertami i specjalistami z różnych dziedzin przedsiębiorczości.Zapraszam do odwiedzin moich kanałów na:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@wiktordoktorFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/wiktor.doktorLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktordoktor/Moja strona internetowa - https://wiktordoktor.pl/Możesz też do mnie napisać. Mój adres email to - kontakt(@)wiktordoktor.pl  ****************************  Patronami Podcastu “BSS bez tajemnic” są:Marzena Sawicka https://www.linkedin.com/in/marzena-sawicka-a9644a23/ Przemysław Sławiński https://www.linkedin.com/in/przemys%C5%82aw-s%C5%82awi%C5%84ski-155a4426/Damian Ruciński - https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-rucinski/Szymon Kryczka https://www.linkedin.com/in/szymonkryczka/Grzegorz Ludwin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gludwin/Adam Furmańczuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-agilino/Anna Czyż - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-czyz-%F0%9F%94%B5%F0%9F%94%B4%F0%9F%9F%A2-68597813/Igor Tkach - https://www.linkedin.com/in/igortkach/  Wspaniali ludzie, dzięki którym pojawiają się kolejne odcinki tego podcastu.Ty też możesz wesprzeć rozwój podcastu na:Patronite - https://patronite.pl/wiktordoktorPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/wiktordoktorBuy me a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wiktordoktorZrzutka.pl - https://zrzutka.pl/j8kvarBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bss-bez-tajemnic--4069078/support.

Hey kids! We weren't able to get an episode together for this cycle but not wanting you to be left all alone with your thoughts I present a vintage episode of The POS.. Here's what we had to say about this episode at the time... This time around on the POS we spend a lot of time in my garage ripping commercials from VHS tapes and stuff. We also go to the dig, the movie theater and a few other places. I think this one came out pretty well. There are some fun bits and other stuff too. It's a fun hour of whatever... 

Welcome to The Chrisman Commentary, your go-to daily mortgage news podcast, where industry insights meet expert analysis. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, this podcast delivers the latest updates on mortgage rates, capital markets, and the forces shaping the housing finance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to stay informed, you'll get clear, concise breakdowns of market trends and economic shifts that impact the mortgage world.In today's episode, we go through the most recent borrower characteristics. Plus, Robbie sits down with Argyle's John Hardesty to discuss what's driving lender migration in the LOS and POS space, how tech stacks are being evaluated more strategically, why “conversion” matters more than ever in verification workflows, and what true interoperability means for mortgage fintech. And we close with a look at when we are going to see a flight to quality from the conflict in Iran.Thank you to Optimal Blue. Optimal Blue bridges the primary and secondary mortgage markets to deliver the industry's only end-to-end capital markets platform, helping lenders maximize profitability and operate efficiently so they can help American borrowers achieve the dream of homeownership. 

Are your food and beverage costs higher than expected? Learn the key food cost calculation formulas and strategies to take control of your margins and protect your restaurant finances. Many restaurants and bars struggle with tracking the cost of goods sold restaurant data accurately, leading to unexpected losses. Understanding the difference between actual and theoretical costs can help you maximize profitability. In today's episode: Learn the simple yet powerful formula for food cost calculation.Discover how to track waste, spillage, and variance to keep your food and beverage cost in check.Understand why weekly inventory and standardized recipes are essential for managing cost of goods sold restaurant numbers.Get real-world tips to improve your restaurant finances through better cost controls.Tune in now to master the numbers that drive profit and finally take control of your food and beverage costs.Learn More:Schedule a Strategy SessionBar Business Nation Facebook GroupThe Bar Business Podcast WebsiteChris' Book 'How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business'Thank you to our show sponsors, SpotOn and Starfish. SpotOn's modern, cloud-based POS system allows bars to increase team productivity and provides the reporting you need to make smart financial decisions. Starfish works with your bookkeeping software using AI to help you make data-driven decisions and maximize your profits while giving you benchmarking data to understand how you compare to the industry at large. **We are a SpotOn affiliate and earn commissions from the link above. A podcast for bar, pub, tavern, nightclub, and restaurant owners, managers, and hospitality professionals, covering essential topics like bar inventory, marketing strategies, restaurant financials, and hospitality profits to help increase bar profits and overall success in the hospitality industry.

W piątym odcinku naszego cyklu Radio Naukowe Od Podstaw: Emocje bierzemy na warsztat tezy, z którymi można się spotkać w dyskusjach – na żywo czy w internecie: emocje są oznaką słabości,emocjami rządzi gadzi mózg,emocje dzielą się na dobre i złe,nieprzyjemnych emocji należy unikać, ignorować je,„taka już jestem” / „taki już jestem”, nie będę kontrolować emocji, bo to niezdrowe,brak kontroli nad ekspresją swoich emocji jest niedojrzałością, jest dziecinny.Z którymi tezami neurobiolożka zachowania dr Alicja Puścian się zgodzi, a z którymi się rozprawi? Posłuchajcie. Wyposażycie się w wiedzę i argumenty w dyskusjach!Od Podstaw to nowy, dodatkowy cykl odcinków Radia Naukowego – serie tematyczne, krótsze odcinki, naukowcy, których znacie i lubicie, porządkują dla was fundamentalne kwestie w swoich dziedzinach. Robimy dobrą robotę? Pomóż nam dostarczać jeszcze więcej mądrych treści. Dołącz do społeczności Patronek i Patronów: 

Welcome to Immersion, You Have Reached Strata 11The Crossroads (Gut Feelings)Prediction always involves a possibility about the future, with varying degrees of certainty. In contrast, guessing for humans is often more abstract and emotional, and can relate to the present. Artificial intelligence approaches guessing differently, relying on mathematics, probability, statistical evidence, and accumulated experience. While humans use these methods too, though less formally, they also rely on intuition. It's this fluid intuition that shapes a human's perception of their environment and guides their actions.An intuitive machine may provide useful insights in unexpected situations, but these insights are only valuable if acted upon. Proprioception, known as the "sixth sense," refers to the brain's awareness of the body's position in space. A "seventh sense" involves immune cells detecting microorganisms and communicating this information to the brain. Together, these senses likely contribute to the development of human "gut feelings."Flex was jumping around on the back seats screaming with delight. Renyke felt the thumping sensation in his chest gradually subside and breathed a sigh of relief.The *Robo-dog suddenly appeared and jumped onto the car roof barking excitedly.Out of the enclosure, there is a crossroads.Shabra looked at Renyke. 'What now Mr Renyke?The left turn goes back onto the street where the bank was.Shabra explains, 'It is dangerous, especially at night, because *crim-gangs take control of the streets.Flex agrees, 'It be safe enough if we wise up for danger my friends. Just the crim-gangs, but I know most.'The crim-gangs control the zones with violence and the offer of protection. They are empowered by groups of decommissioned droids under their control. Criminal humans at the helm have created an organised crime network. Anarchy prevails and there is no official system of state policing or philanthropic social care.'Dog eat dog is the only expectation on the streets of fortune here in the zones.' Flex continues. ‘But the *urchs do no harm, so they leave us be.''Who are the urchs?' asks Renyke.'Ah,' well there is a question Flex explains. 'We are the underclass, descendants of street urchins. And we are happy to be here. We cast no shadow and we know our place. Life is filled with beauty even here and we seek it out, celebrate it. We love and be loved, tis all we need.''Yeah,' interjects Shabra, 'a bit too much, all that singing and dancing and getting high. And the drumming, what is with all that drumming?' Asks Shabra.Renyke looks confused. *POS is still not around to explain things.'The drumming is how we talk,' laughs Flex. 'All men should know the beats of their nation. it would solve a lot of problems if everyone communicated better. 'Sides, when there is a party, you gotta invite the clan.'Shabra smiled, 'Well, Mr Renyke, best people like you n me stay well away from their *'shroom parties. I heard they last days and you can lose your mind for good at an urchs' party.'Flex was born in the zones. He has no other cultural experiences to call upon but he has developed excellent survival skills and is even respected by people outside of his tribe. In terms of hierarchy, Flex is more of a maverick operator preferring to avoid familial obligations or social ties. He is also something of a diplomat and his height and sense of humour have made him affable and connected over the years.There is a network of invisible tunnels under all the zones from the now unused underground trains.Some of the tunnels are better than others regarding safety and usability. Some of these areas are used as habitats. The territory and ownership of tunnel zones are fiercely fought over and protected.There is no downtime in the zones. Many businesses run all night so they keep their spot. Market traders sell their wares using shift workers and can pack their goods away quickly when there is trouble between gangs.What if we go right? Asked Renyke, now having second thoughts about his safety in the main street.'That's the savanna, explains Shabra. It is safer from the gangs but you might get eaten by wild animals. Those mutant pigs are bad news.''I saw one once, said Flex, 'Swear it had two heads and the biggest mouth I ever saw.''Or die from the noxious substances from old mines, 'said Shabra excitedly.'Or get bombarded by low-flying craft from the *contras trying to keep us out the greenbelt.' Replies Flex.‘OK, OK!' said Renyke, sighing and trying to process everything.There are caves where there is safety from the animals and there are connecting wet tunnels and lagoons but these have never been mapped correctly. Word of mouth is the only reference but survivors are few.There are tribes of people from the savanna who have made their homes there but are rarely seen. They are deemed reasonably placid as they have never caused any trouble elsewhere. They are rumoured to be shy, excellent hunters, highly superstitious and have been thought to possess witchlike powers.There is an urban myth that an old *Centre for Strategic Warfare lies beneath the savanna and that the tribes who live there, with access to hi-tech equipment, scramble satellite information allowing them to be hidden.The road ahead leads directly back to the *Midcast Projects from where Renyke originally came.Beyond the projects are the government departments, airports, factories and centres of information. Further still are the palaces and homes of the very wealthy. The *midcasts are medium to high-wage earner homes with schools and facilities for professionals and academics.The way that mainstream society is structured in the Midcast Projects is based on a capitalist idea of perfection: consistent intelligent innovation, a placid keen and able workforce, all the while protecting the ownership of the means of production for as few empowered individuals or corporations as possible.There is very little opportunity for upward social mobility or change. Hard work and study will create a good life for families but becoming wealthy or powerful requires access to the means of production. Governments and landowners are careful not to allow ordinary workers and lower professionals access to these avenues of power and control.The biggest means of production is the Artificial State (or *AS), an interactive media network that is linked to all citizens via implants, household multi-sensory pleasure networks, and domestic or commercial androidsThis network is tightly controlled by a group of related conglomerates, most of whom made their fortune by producing weapons and vaccines.Downtime for workers is spent in the *VR cafes where 

Rob Zelinka is a visionary senior technology and business executive with over three decades of experience shaping the future of digital infrastructure and enterprise IT. Currently the Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Jack Henry & Associates, Rob leads a technology organization that powers financial innovation for institutions across the country. His leadership spans architecture, engineering, cloud/SaaS transformation, and enterprise-scale operations, overseeing budgets exceeding $200 million.Rob's journey is rooted in both strategic foresight and hands-on expertise. He began his career selling touch screen POS systems in the 1990s, and since then, has held pivotal IT leadership roles at TechnipFMC and PROS.From data center expansions to international consolidations, from governance frameworks like ITIL and SDLC to driving digital transformation, Rob has done it all and always with a people-first approach.As a leader, Rob is known for building high-performance teams, mentoring future leaders, and navigating complex mergers and acquisitions with grace. His strengths lie not only in his technological acumen but also in his ability to align IT vision with business strategy. He's an effective communicator, adept at delivering cost-effective solutions that elevate profits and exceed user expectations.Rob has been honored as a finalist in the Houston ORBIE Awards for three consecutive years (2023–2025) and is a recognized member of the Forbes Technology Council, where he contributes thought leadership on fintech, innovation, and IT strategy.Whether he's architecting resilient digital ecosystems or sharing stories about leadership and work-life balance, Rob brings depth, clarity, and inspiration to every conversation.Connect with Rob here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robzelinka/ Support the showFollow me on Facebook ⬇️https://www.facebook.com/manuj.aggarwal❤️ ID - Manuj Aggarwal■ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manujaggarwal/ ■ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmanuj■ Instagram: ...

Don't tell Jean-Phillippe Lalonde of Silo (https://bieresilo.com) that craft lager is a “new” trend—he's been brewing small batches for Montreal drinkers for nearly 15 years. Opened two weeks before COVID shutdowns in 2020, Silo is the second manifestation of Lalonde's brewing vision. Designed with packaging in mind, Silo also includes some thoughtful choices (such as a direct-fire kettle) that are budget-friendly while supporting the kinds of lagers he loves to make and drink—expressive ones with fullness and flavor. With lagers inspired by Franconia and Plzeň, altbier and Kölsch inspired by Köln and Düsseldorf, and a mindest that doesn't fear regional tweaks such as North American hops and grain, Lalonde views innovation within the broad confines of tradition. For him, late hopping a Czech-style pale lager is okay... but dry hopping is a bridge too far. In this episode, Lalonde discusses: the dream of building a brewery with just one beer building fullness with protein, hot mashes, long boils, and a little bit of help from specialty malt incorporating North American hops such as Crystal into traditional lager using a pseudo-decoction technique to build additional body balancing sweetness and bitterness in fulsome lagers using low-alpha hops across multiple points in the boil, from 75 minutes to zero managing sulfur production And more. This episode is brought to you by: G&D Chillers (https://gdchillers.com): For years G&D Chillers has chilled the beers you love, partnering with 3,000+ breweries across North America and beyond. With our 24/7 service and support, your brewery will never stop. Remote monitor your chiller for simple and fast access to all the information you need, and gain peace of mind your operation is running smoothly. Berkeley Yeast (https://berkeleyyeast.com). Berkeley Yeast bioengineers ordinary strains and make them extraordinary—enhancing the flavors you want and eliminating the ones you don't. Visit berkeleyyeast.com to learn more and start brewing with science on your side. Old Orchard (https://www.oldorchard.com/brewer): As breweries expand beyond beer into other segments like mocktails and CBD beverages, Old Orchard is here to help. We can formulate custom blends featuring specialty ingredients. More information and free samples are waiting at oldorchard.com/brewer. Indie Hops (https://indiehops.com) Lórien seamlessly combines traditional elements of European noble hops with an elegant twang of American modernity. Learn more about Lórien and the rest of Indie's varieties at www.indiehops.com. Indie Hops — Life is short. Let's make it flavorful. Steel Chill Cups (https://SteelChillCups.com) Steel Chill-Cups are the perfect promotional tool! Crafted from 100% recyclable steel and proudly made in the USA. Discover how Steel Chill-Cups can “Put your brand on every pour”—visit SteelChillCups.com today! Arryved (https://www.arryved.com) Not only does Arryved offer a world-class POS built specifically for breweries, but they also provide Arryved Brewery Management, e-commerce, and more to help breweries scale and thrive. Visit arryved.com to learn more. Paktech (https://www.paktech-opi.com) With a minimalist design, durable functionality you can rely on, and custom color matching, PakTech helps brands stand out while staying sustainable. Trusted by craft brewers nationwide, they offer a smarter, sustainable way to carry your beer. To learn more, visit paktech-opi.com Brewery Workshop (https://breweryworkshop.com) If you're launching a brewery or acquiring an existing one, consider our brewery workshop and new brewery accelerator, September 14 through 17th in Fort Collins, Colorado. Over four days, we engage in panel discussions, technical brewery tours, networking, and small working group sessions that help you better understand and prepare for the challenges of brewery operation. Tickets are on sale now.

Yesterday at Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) hashtag#HITEC2025, I spoke with Ben Jamieson of Sonesta International Hotels about how the company is approaching hashtag#hoteltechnology and operations to support one of the fastest growth stories in hospitality. With more than 1,200 hotels and a portfolio that spans from economy to upscale, Sonesta is focused on building systems that work across all brands while keeping the guest experience front and center. This episode of hashtag#NoVacancyNews looks at how they're doing it. Key points from our conversation:

L'expression "être médusé" est aujourd'hui utilisée pour désigner un état de stupéfaction intense, un moment où l'on reste bouche bée, figé, incapable de réagir. Mais derrière cette formule familière se cache une origine fascinante, puisée dans la mythologie grecque.Tout commence avec Méduse, une des trois Gorgones, ces créatures monstrueuses aux cheveux faits de serpents et au regard pétrifiant. Contrairement à ses sœurs, Méduse n'était pas immortelle. Selon la version la plus répandue du mythe, elle était à l'origine une belle jeune femme, prêtresse d'Athéna. Mais après avoir été séduite — ou violée, selon les récits — par Poséidon dans le temple même de la déesse, Athéna, furieuse, la punit en la transformant en monstre. Son regard devint si redoutable qu'il changeait en pierre quiconque croisait ses yeux.C'est ce pouvoir terrifiant qui donne naissance à notre expression. Être "médusé", c'est littéralement être figé, paralysé par la stupeur, tout comme les victimes de Méduse étaient pétrifiées sur place. Cette paralysie n'est pas physique aujourd'hui, mais psychologique : surprise, choc, incompréhension, émerveillement… Tous ces états où l'esprit s'arrête un instant sont "médusants".Le mythe va plus loin encore. Méduse est finalement tuée par Persée, grâce à un stratagème ingénieux. Pour éviter de croiser son regard, il utilise un bouclier poli comme un miroir, observe son reflet et la décapite sans la regarder directement. La tête de Méduse devient alors une arme puissante, capable de pétrifier les ennemis même après sa mort. Elle est fixée sur le bouclier d'Athéna, la fameuse égide, devenant un symbole de pouvoir et de protection.C'est à partir du XIXe siècle que l'expression "être médusé" entre vraiment dans la langue française, dans le sens figuré que nous lui connaissons. Elle évoque toujours cette même idée d'un choc si soudain, si intense, qu'il nous laisse figés, sans voix.Ainsi, chaque fois que nous disons être médusés par une nouvelle, un spectacle ou un événement, nous faisons sans le savoir appel à une image vieille de plusieurs millénaires : celle d'une femme maudite, aux cheveux de serpents, dont le regard figeait la vie elle-même.Et c'est peut-être là, dans cette légende aussi troublante que puissante, que réside toute la beauté de la langue : faire survivre les mythes dans nos mots du quotidien. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Zapraszamy na LIVE! A ponadto – podpowiadam, jak mądrze przygotować się do instalacji nowych systemów od Apple przed jesienią, a przy tym zyskać spokój, bezpieczeństwo i czas. Posłuchaj odcinka o kontrolowanej ciekawości. #BoCzemuNie ? POBIERZ ODCINEK Partnerzy technologiczni: > iDream – Apple Premium Reseller, Apple Premium Service Provider Linki: Bądźmy w kontakcie: Twitter | Facebook | […] Artykuł #398 – Jak mądrze przygotować się na nowe systemy od Apple? pochodzi z serwisu Podcast „Bo czemu nie?”.

Metaplanet now holds more Bitcoin than Coinbase — and the corporate playbook is shifting fast. In this Roundup, Josh Friedeman is joined by Jon Gordon (Satoshi Health Advisors) and Trey Sellers (Unchained) to break down where strategy is real and where it's just noise. From Angel Studios' 300 BTC buy to the rise of Bitcoin Treasury premiums and Nostr in healthcare, this is signal for operators, allocators, and founders who can't afford to wait. Smart moves, missed bets, and what happens when conviction goes on-chain. KEP TOPICS MetaPlanet's Bitcoin Treasury Coinbase's Bitcoin Strategy Bitcoin Treasury Companies in Brazil and Korea Angel Studios Adding Bitcoin to Its Balance Sheet Market Euphoria and Bitcoin Treasury Companies The Role of Leverage in Bitcoin Investments MNAV and Bitcoin Treasury Valuations Counterparty Risk CONNECT WITH JON X: @thebitcoinyogi Instagram: @jongordon9 LinkedIn: Jon Gordon Satoshi Health: satoshihealth.com Sound HSA: soundhsa.com CONNECT WITH TREY X: @ts_hodl LinkedIn: Trey Sellers Personal Site: treysellers.com Newsletter: firebtc.substack.com CONNECT WITH JOSH

W 366. lekcji świętujemy 7. urodziny podcastu. Podamy nieco statystyk, omówimy nasze ulubione odcinki, omówimy wyniki ankiety wśród słuchaczy, powiemy o sukcesach i wtopie oraz o planach na przyszłość.-----Rozdziały--------(0:09) - Intro(0:42) - Statystyki po 7 latach(5:08) - Ulubione odcinki(7:20) - Ankieta słuchaczy(10:27) - Osiągnięcia i wtopa(14:21) - Plany na przyszłość(18:24) - Outro----------------------Jeżeli doceniasz moją pracę nad podcastem, to zostań Patronem KNA dzięki stronie https://patronite.pl/kwadrans. Nie wiesz czym jest Patronite? Posłuchaj specjalnego odcinka: https://kwadransnaangielski.pl/wsparcieDołącz do naszej społeczności na stronie https://KwadransNaAngielski.plLekcji możesz słuchać na Spotify albo oglądać na YouTube.Wszystkie nowe wyrażenia z tej lekcji w formie pisemnej są dostępne na stronie https://kwadransnaangielski.pl/366#polskipodcast #kwadransnaangielski #angielski----------------------Mecenasi wśród Patronów:Joanna KwiatkowskaJoannaJakub Wiśniewski - https://bezpiecznyvpn.pl---------Utwór: Happy Birthday to You Classical by SergeQuadrado -- https://freesound.org/s/541177/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 3.0

This week on The Go-To Mise en Place, we sit down with Gabe Pryce — chef, writer, ferret-wrangler and co-founder of Rita's in Soho.From a legendary (and surreal) childhood acting debut in Casualty to the kitchens of New York and the streets of Mexico City, Gabe shares the winding path that led him to co-create one of London's most beloved neighbourhood restaurants. We talk early days, industry heartbreaks, philosophical food writing, and why there's no shame in simply wanting to make a great chicken roll.He opens up about hospitality's hidden emotional weight, the long game of writing scripts that may never get made, and what it means to speak out when the food world's gatekeepers get it wrong. We also cover: ferrets named Lancelot, haunted basements, why London can't quite crack pizza by the slice, and the pure joy of a lamb's tongue dish that changed everything.And if that isn't enough, as always we get into Gabe's ultimate foodie weekend (spoiler: it ends in New York with a very big-collared shirt), his most haunting kitchen day, and the underrated genius of Brooks Headley's Superiority Burger.------Please leave us a great rating and a comment and share it with your friends - it really helps us grow as a show.If you're in the industry and are looking for the greatest POS system in the world than look no further as Blinq are tearing up the rulebook—no long-term contracts, no hidden fees, and no per-device charges. Just £49 a month for unlimited devices and 24/7 UK-based support that's always there, in person when you need it.Built for hospitality, by hospitality, blinq is the fastest, easiest POS system on the market—so intuitive, anyone can use it. And while others take weeks to get you up and running, with blinq, you're live in just 2 hours.Join the hospitality revolution today & use the code GOTOBLINQ to get your first month free - https://blinqme.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Immersion, you have reached Strata 8 Shabra (Laws of Attraction)Sexual attraction for humans is dictated by a reflex to engage in intimacy with others. This phenomenon can be influenced by physical cues alone, the way a human looks, moves, speaks and so on.Romantic attraction may be described as deeper and yet may still be instantaneous, spurred on by feelings of wanting a relationship with another.These two desires may appear together in a deep power of attraction.The psychology of attraction is most peculiar to humans. It is not possible to create this phenomenon in machines whose methods of attraction use logical conditions to draw entities towards them. Predefined targets for machine attention avoid accidents, although machines are notorious for repeatedly targeting their attention on non compliant humans.Likewise, human attraction is usually nonreciprocal. A machine programmed to give a human all it needs will often reap better results. But when dealing with human desires, neither machine nor human can ever guarantee positive results.Jerome breaks an awkward silence, 'No *ishy, brother,' He stamped on another Scritter. 'Damn those nasty little *mudafinks!'Renyke exits the concrete compound with Flex running anxiously behind.The *robo-dog had waited patiently at the entrance and began wagging its tail and leaping around.Renyke spots some graffiti with the Redact logo near an underpass. Maybeline crawled out of his coat and nudged his cheek for food.'You sure you did the right thing brother?' asked Flex, who was now feeling agitated. His naive friend was likely to lead him into trouble. Perhaps it was time to take charge of the matter.'Wheels is speed, wheels is protection my friend. We gonna stand out like *fucksyfools on the streets. People gonna target us! Words spread fast.' Flex explained still half running to keep pace.'I can manage quite well,' said Renyke, 'You don't need to .......' Renyke trails off, distracted by a woman on the car roof.She glanced over at Renyke.'Oh well let's just go and ask her for her car then' said Flex.'Are you mocking me?'Renyke was genuinely unsure. He had always grappled with humour. Incongruous remarks always had to be analysed closely. A false analysis could be incompatible with overall provision of human satisfaction, which was paramount to his function in the world.Mabel had used the word *nuke about some of her friends.'I believe the woman to be nuke, explained Renyke, continuing with some confidence.She exhibits a powerful energy, enough to engage a compelling force as I look upon her.'Hahahahahaha.....' laughed Flex, that will make things worse, trust me, I have knowledge....'Follow me,' he tutted, reluctantly leading the way.The woman was sitting on the roof of the car smoking a pipe and making smoke rings.Renyke felt a momentary surge of something unknown deep inside him. Was it fear he wondered, Trepidation?Things were not computing.He checked POS for his health levels....Normal activity presenting. 99.9% battery remaining. Nothing unusual to report.But Renyke felt a strange fluttering feeling in his belly.The woman sitting on the car whistled. 'Hey!''Like the coat! Cool *toggies. You wanna *swapsie-trade?'The woman jumped off the car and lifted her fist for an air bump followed by an elbow bump, then a salute. Renyke tried to keep up but was cumbersome. He had seen these manoeuvres in old films on the *tellywebs but he had never actually performed them.*'Wappens?' asked the woman in a strong accent.' Renyke guessed what she meant and said,'I need transport, not far, just to Redact, do know that place?'The woman laughed.....'Man like you, looks way too soft for the *guanty-travel.'Renyke checks POS...'gaunty-travel'......colloquial, Zoners' slang roughly translates as a very dangerous journey..'But I can take to the second zone, five miles nearer, then you gotta make your own ways,' she continues.'What you go by?' she asks.Renyke looked confused.......'I'm Shabra. Lady of the Shadows, where I go no light follows, ya hear me soldier? I travel at night where there are no lights.''I'm Renyke,' he said, trying to decipher the poetry.You wanna swapsie-trade the coat, or you got me somtin sweeta? I take *nibs, *bits…….1000 *G-bits and you got me hired. But I like that coat too.''It's a good deal man, said Flex, 'good deal, five miles is five miles. We come too, me n the dog! I got no ties to this street.'Flex looks at Shabra who sighs, ‘Yeah, yeah, whoever, no *pipin' in my *vicular though.'Renyke knows that Flex could be useful, and the robodog too. It was obedient and would do as it was told.

Welcome to Immersion, you have reached Strata 9Lust and Loins (Limerence)Limerence is a uniquely human phenomenon that new lovers, potential lovers, and sometimes even strangers, may experience. Limerence is a state of mind (not solely romantic) that typically includes persistent, sometimes depressing thoughts, and a deep yearning for the object of one's affection. It can be easily confused with love. Often human beings can find themselves addicted to these obsessive feelings and can easily be overwhelmed by adoration for another human being. Limerence cannot be turned on and off like a machine. It can come from nowhere and disappear without logic. The experience of this sensory state is proven to be inspiring, connective, unifying, disruptive, and even excruciating, yet it continues to mark the human trajectory of existence through time and place.'Good *dundeal Mr. Renyke Man.' said Flex excitedly.''We leave at dark, mind,' said Shabra. 'Take some time for food and rest. You might need your strength. I will get food.' Renyke watched her take weapons from the vehicle, knives and a small crossbow.The group is in an enclosure flanked by half-deconstructed concrete walls. There are large metal containers lying around with shrubbery and foliage trying to make a stand against the manmade environment. Tumbleweed played in the soft wind searching for a home.Maybeline scurried around searching for food and sniffing the air. She could smell something sinister, the scent of danger, as Renyke studied her movements.Flex kicked some redundant ashes by an upturned metal water tank. 'I can make us a fire,' he said, taking a pocket full of old rusty lighters and tinder from one of his huge pockets. His brightly coloured patchwork overcoat seemed to store an abundance of useful things. There were small pieces of mechanical paraphernalia, vintage innards from antique items, little motors, motherboards and old PC parts. There were secret pockets and compartments for weapons and a waterproof lining held everything together.‘Do you take this stuff everywhere you go?' asked Renyke.‘Yes sir-ee, some days *man'dun gotta make *swapsie-trade. .And other days, well, there are enemies and they kill for the fun of it. Everything has a use in the Zones brother. You learn that quick here.Maybeline found a water flow from a pipe tucked in the grass and took a long drink.Renyke began to pace, 'Shabra is taking her time,' he said, standing near the opening of the enclosure.‘She'll come, she is huntin' tis all my friend. You got attached already?'Renyke stared at Flex and mumbled, ‘We need that ride.'Then he checked POS whose signal was intermittent.'.......What are the signs of being attracted to somebody?'POS took a moment to compile a response……..……Do you mean human responses?'……yes, yes, of course ‘humans', Renyke replied.'POS continued…..nervousness around the subject of the attraction,…..extended thoughts about the subject,…..obsessive thoughts beyond normal curiosity about the subject,…..insomnia due to obsessive considerations of the subject,…..anxiety over possible outcomes of imaginary scenarios involving the subject,…..a desire to touch the intimate parts of the subject,…..dreams about the subject,…..fantasy building scenarios between the human and the subject,…..being overly concerned about….‘Enough,' said Renyke, irritated with the voice in his head.Finally Shabra returned.She carried two dead rabbits in her belt and washed a wide glinting blade under the water that flowed from the broken pipe.‘This water's good. Your rat is a good scout for provisions. We can fill up the tanks and flask before we go.'The new acquaintances are relaxed and considering preparation for the short but dangerous car journey to the *Edge.Shabra checked the vehicle mechanics, the doors and metal buttresses worked in perfect synch and there were six exhausts. She filled the water kegs and put them in the boot.‘Where is the vehicle from?' Asked Renyke.‘I built it,' answered Shabra, 'from scratch. 'Well, I had several wrecks and put my beaut together.Me n her, we like lovers. She drives me crazy with her vibes.'Shabra looked at Renyke parting her lips into a wry smile. They were oily from the fat of the meal.She winked through long dark lashes.Renyke felt a thump in his heart, a deep penetrating surge of something enthralling.Suddenly there is a distant high-pitched sound, like a siren or swarm. It seems to be getting louder when Flex and Shabra grab Renyke, throwing him into the vehicle.Seconds later they were surrounded by a marauding mass of screaming children. Some were made of broken body parts with human faces, others were small walking babies with burnt skin. Some had extra limbs and even two heads. They were crying and screeching, banging toy drums and chanting verses.One of them seemed to be the leader and he leapt onto Shabra's bonnet. The noise was deafening.  to be continued© 2025 Sarnia de la Mare

Want to make smarter, more profitable decisions without working longer hours? Your POS system holds the answers. Most bar owners barely scratch the surface of the data they already have. But when you know what to look for, you can spot waste, improve margins, and make every shift run smoother. In today's episode: Learn which weekly reports actually boost your bottom lineTrack inventory the right way (and stop wasting cash on dead stock)Build a data-driven ordering system that reduces spoilage and overbuyingListen now and discover how using the right POS insights can turn guesswork into smart, profitable decisions every week.Learn More:Schedule a Strategy SessionBar Business Nation Facebook GroupThe Bar Business Podcast WebsiteChris' Book 'How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business'Thank you to our show sponsors, SpotOn and Starfish. SpotOn's modern, cloud-based POS system allows bars to increase team productivity and provides the reporting you need to make smart financial decisions. Starfish works with your bookkeeping software using AI to help you make data-driven decisions and maximize your profits while giving you benchmarking data to understand how you compare to the industry at large. **We are a SpotOn affiliate and earn commissions from the link above. A podcast for bar, pub, tavern, nightclub, and restaurant owners, managers, and hospitality professionals, covering essential topics like bar inventory, marketing strategies, restaurant financials, and hospitality profits to help increase bar profits and overall success in the hospitality industry.

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Welcome to Immersion, you have reached Strata 7Jarome and the Scritters, (Trade and Barter) Humans have developed uniqueness from animals through a process of cognitive evolution. They are exceptional cultural learners and can read situations. These skills have enabled them to develop complex trading tools. They rely heavily on these skills to create abstract cerebral and linguistic representations when placing themselves in various situations.The cultural and socio-political environment in which humans have evolved has led them to acquire the cognitive skills, particularly mathematical, to support a sophisticated disposition along with a capacity for reciprocal cooperation. Humans understand conceptual ideas of property and exchange value. Humans are savvy, humans broker deals.Outside there was an optimistic sun and the people busied around the market unaware of any of the commotion that had occurred in the bank.*POS informed Renyke that he had lost negligible battery power and there was no damage to his mechanical structures.The *robot-dog and the cat had waited patiently outside the bank and now trotted diligently at their sides.Maybeline returned to Renyke's pocket for a nap.'You got my *bits?' asked the woman'For nearly getting us killed?' Asked Renyke contemplating the difference between, irony,  sarcasm and humour. POS began to explain but Renyke shut her out. He really did not want to know at this juncture.'Listen Mr whoever you are, there's many a hiccup ahead. You are in the *zones now, you need to get used to the hiccups. 'Sides, I gotta feed my cat. She ain't no robot like that mutt.'The robo-dog gave a little yelp and lowered its head in shame.Queenie's cat moved closer to Renyke and sniffed the air for any scent of lunch.Renyke took something from the bag, the smallest nugget he could find, and handed it to Queenie. 'That is very generous of you,' she said, taking the payment and subtly raising an eyebrow with the tiniest of smiles. The payment was excessive and the cat would eat for a month. Renyke was none the wiser. Then Queenie was gone, running into the crowds as lithe as the cat behind her. A blue feather shimmied to the ground. For some reason Renyke was compelled to pick it up and put it in his pocket and Maybeline wrapped it around herself. Back on the main street Flex approached smiling and jaunty. Renyke was reassured to see him.'I need a vehicle Flex, something to get me to where I am going,' said Renyke.'Yes, yes, yes Mr. Leather Man, where you goin' is where I'm goin'. Let's find a veee-hicle. Jerome, he is the car man, he got cars, and bikes and *scoots..... and *copters, and airships so they say.''Take me to Jerome,' said Renyke.****Flex took Renyke into a disused concrete building as the robo-dog curled up and waited outside.There are the echoes of voices, activity and motor engines being revved from another part of the building. There is a smell of fuel and mumbled communications. Somewhere too there is music.Flex beckoned Renyke to Jerome's office, a ramshackle room filled with books. More books than Renyke had ever seen. Books were no longer used in most homes or schools and the paper shortages after the warmings had meant that they were no longer being produced commercially. Paper had become heavily taxed and there were also problems with scritters. Scritters were large crawling insects that had been genetically made in a laboratory by the Russian military. They were a fusion of a cockroach and a wasp but there wings had become lost in the process. *Scritters were highly protective and thus easily trained.They looked deformed with big insect heads and metal body parts. At birth scritters are born with a soft back. They seek protection from any material that offers a hard shell. Because of the huge landfill areas all around the world, the rubbish of hundred's of years had provided the perfect materials for protection. Plastics and metals were abundant. During the Russia China wars scritters had been used to carry tiny incendiary divides on their backs were not affected by the nerve gases. But after the wars, the scritters had bred like wildfire, devouring paper and trees and nesting in book spines where the glue offered a perfect cocoon for pupae. Whole libraries had been mutilated by them. They were a scourge on the planet and another reason so many houses were built on stilts in the *Midcast Projects as scritters were terrified of heights.The more paper they ate, the more they reproduced. Books and paper matter that had not been digitally copied had been devastated and lost forever.'A car you say?' asked Jerome. 'I got plenty, but the fuel....we got no fuel. We are working on some alternatives, but all prototypes so far. They cut off our fuel after the riots. And the food supplies. I have been missing Gummies, I loved those.'Renyke nodded as Jerome continued....'Transport is a big problem. You'll be better off walking, my friend, if you can get through the tunnels. But there are booby traps all around the perimeters here in the zones.'Renyke checks POS for details but the tunnels are unchartered. POS seemed to be struggling with connection and was operating intermittently.'I have a hybrid cart,' continued Jerome. 'It runs on solar but only for about 3 hours per full charge if you do under 40km. And if it is a cloudy day, an hour. I can let you take it for 3000 G-bits. It won't get off the ground without jet fuel but it can drive on flat ground well enough. It doesn't hold the road well, but if you are a good driver, it won't be an issue.' Renyke is unsure of his driving skills and POS was glitching again. This man was rambling on and Renyke needed facts urgently. It was hard to know what was important without POS.'Can you drive?' Renyke asked Flex.Flex laughed... 'Of course I can.'A scritter crawls across the floor and Jerome stamps on it. A black tar oozes from under his foot.Jerome sees Renyke might be changing his mind about the deal. 'I will take TELL You got some TELL?"POS gets a signal.........*TELL: abbreviation of Tellurium, found in copper ore. Used in mobile phones, especially older versions where it was added to other metals improving their strength and hardness and reducing corrosion. Rare due to demise of traditional copper mines. Renyke begins to feel confused about whether to get the vehicle and asks POS.I am not programmed to have opinions. I do not have access to data about the vehicle, it has no computerised system. The seller seems to be shield protected. But Redact is within easy walking distance for a Mark 3.Renyke looks at Flex and then at Jerome. A scritter is crawling up his boot and he throws it off with a kick. He feels a rising panic and a thumping in his chest which he does not recognise. Why was it so important that he not make a mistake? Why was he not able to understand the virtue or danger of the exchange? Finally, Renyke says, 'I will walk.'Jerome shrugged his shoulders and stamped on another scritter mumbling, 'time waster' under his breath.Flex, looking aghast, sighed.to be continued,© 2025 Sarnia de la Mare#jarome #scritters

Welcome to Immersion, you have reached Strata 5The Tiger Queen (Memories)To function correctly, humans depend almost entirely upon memories. Memory is an integral part of human cognition. It allows individuals to recall and draw upon past events to frame their understanding of the present. Memory also gives individuals a paradigm through which they make sense of the future. Memories are tried and tested experiences where deep knowledge and understanding are fostered. The future becomes less of an unknown with an arsenal of information based on what we remember. Memory can also be evolutionary, cultural, and non specific, based on a collective experience of tragedy, persecution or success.A machine that remembers too little will not be able to do anything that requires connecting past experiences to new ones. Many droids are prone to catastrophic forgetting as well as over-learning, either leading to gross malfunction. Humans are able to pick and choose their memories for a better life. Even false memories have proven to be advantageous for human emotional balance.Renyke attempted a *face-recog on the woman but the makeup or tattoo caused a data malfunction. Flex, the one with probable knowledge about trusting her had disappeared amongst the crowd.After a lingering interlude for summing up danger, but with no logical conclusion, Renyke followed his guide with some trepidation. The woman was effervescent and attractive, seemingly unfamiliar attributes that Renyke was surprised to have noticed. Such exuberances were not encouraged in the Midcasts but Renyke was inexplicably drawn to her zeal and fervour as she moved through the streets like a tiger queen.Market traders were selling an array of live animals, electronic devices, even workers by the hour for a range of uses from labouring, singing and even sexual services.Renyke was feeling confused at the evidence before him. Things did not seem logical to his organised brain. The noise, the intensity, a million unrelated instances of life weaving through time and space. These were chaotic waveforms traveling horseback on a loud wind. It was making him giddy.'What's with the frown Mr?' The woman seemed empathetic.'I don't know, something familiar maybe, here, this street.''I would know if you had graced our streets before my friend.' The woman was staring intently into Renyke's eyes making him feel self conscious. You got stranger written all over that face, let me tell you.'The woman greeted traders and passersby. She was well known here although *POS was not able to ascertain much data.The woman is 20, human,, she has had a child said POS...They arrived at a unit with barricades and metal shutters. It was constructed from an old underground train carriage, probably from the twenty-first century.'Here we go,' said the woman'That's 50 *G-bits for getting you here Mr.''I have to get some money first,' said Renyke'What do I need, I have no ID?''You don't need ID here Mr. This is the *hiddens' zone, the Urchs got no ID. No ID, no problem. This is a very special bank just for people like you.''Well, how do I get money?' asked Renyke, now confused about accessing anything that may be stored in his POS and dubious about sharing his identity.'The woman laughed.'Ya gotta put sometin' up my friend.'Like my coat?' asked Renyke.'Na, not in the bank! Your software, course, or hardware, or files, whatever.....just plug in, give some data, get some g-bits innit. They take apps, software, POS.....Day to Day Data..... is their wayta..........hahahahaha.'The woman cackled then sighed, observing Renyke's discomfort.'I'll take you in OK, I know the banker.'Renyke pondered the likelihood of a successful solo effort and nodded in agreement.The woman bashed on the metal door and a hatch opened.'It's me, Queenie, got a client for ya big guy.'Dark peering eyes checked them up and down through a small rectangle.'Not the animals', said a loud booming voice after tentatively opening a heavily armoured door.Inside was well guarded by large-framed menacing characters. They were standard issue security droids, the like of older versions that had been discontinued and recalled then disassembled and officially disposed of. Security in the Midcasts was controlled by forcefields and lasers with little need for big ugly droids.Renyke was ushered into a small cubical with an array of plugs and wires.The woman gestured he should go in as she waited near the door under the watchful eye of the droid.POS was glitching.Everything in the cubical looked antiquated, probably from the early tech years.There was a chair and Renyke was motioned to sit down.He hesitated.'How does this work?' He asked a large droid.The droid seemed stupefied, slow and sluggish, as if he had been drained of power. He spoke slowly with slurred words. There were intermittent beeping noises and error warnings coming from inside his head.'Here is the current exchange rate,' said the droid, pointing to a monitor with flashing figures. 'As soon as you are plugged in, we see what you got and make an offer. Then we transfer. You get a voucher here.'He pointed to a small printing machine, 'then take it over there and get g-bits or s bits.'There were hundreds of wires and plugs seemingly for extracting and monitoring every device from the last couple of centuries. Anything from antique video machines to digital clocks, and hundreds of handset devises seemed to have a lead on offer.Renyke spotted the Mark 3 Droid Cable and shuddered.He checked his applications. Then all the add-ons. He checked for any temp files he could get rid of. Then he checked POS and asked if there was a clean-up they could run.System is currently set to factory install. Removing program files or data could be detrimental to smooth function....this action is not supported.....More searching......then finallyOne file foundUnknown originPossible memory file from last OSAppears surplus to current operational needs but I am unable to access file contentsThe big droid began clicking its fingers slowly and grimacing. His equally thug-like colleague approached and joined in.The woman, looking restless by the door, ushered Renyke to hurry upCan we operate without it? Renyke asked POS'There is a possibility, according to my calculations, of serious malfunctionThe droids moved closer and the clicking intensified.to be continued©2025 Sarnia de la Mare

Welcome to Immersion. You have reached Strata 6 Trouble at the Bank (Animal Instincts) The instinct to fight has been observed in both humans and animals. Dominance protects vulnerable species from harm. Neural circuits of rage, anger, and violence exist because humans and animals need them to protect offspring, and to secure food, drink, and safety. But to be aroused or entertained by violence is more particular to humans than other species. Some humans have even fetishised the power of winning: they seek it out and are physically stimulated by it. This pleasure in violence, along with the thrill of danger, comes from a deep innate human psychology. It is linked to a desire for competition, thrills, and excitement, as well as the promise of adrenaline which humans find stimulating. Androids do not experience pleasure in this way. They do not experience the effects of pleasure chemicals, like dopamine, or a motivational salience which can lead to the desirability of an outcome. All androids however have been programmed to protect an asset or assets at all costs. Often these goals will result in violent acts. But the excitement of a fight remains uniquely human and is a self motivated, self fulfilling exhilaration often irrespective of intellectual advancement. The oversized droid tried to nudge Renyke into the chair. This small movement, a deliberate, forceful action, raised alarm bells. This droid and this place were dangerous. POS was now completely unresponsive. The Droids were staring intently, too close for comfort. The finger clicking was getting even more intense. Renyke took a few moments to compose himself. 'I seem to have made a mistake,' said Renyke, 'I have nothing to exchange after all.' Queenie, looking worried near the door, demanded access to leave. 'Let me out, this is not my affair,' she said to the door guard who had stopped her exit with his thick arm. She kicked his shin and he laughed. 'That just tickles,' he said, bending down and scowling in her face, too close for comfort. Still nothing from POS...... Renyke realised he was on his own. This was new. total autonomy was not possible for artificially created learning machines. There was alway a system in place. The system was paramount to seamless function. One of the droids got closer to Renyke and explained, 'You gotta have something useful for your friends at the bank. We like useful things. Must be something nice you got for the banker.' The other droid looked at Renyke's bag. 'What's in the bag?' he said moving forward to remove it from Renyke's shoulder. Maybeline crawled out onto Renyke's collar snarling and spitting. She was screeching violently and standing on her hind legs. 'We take anything, old phones even. Anything with data, or storage, or files, photos, NFTs. We take hardware too, your bank is really *frienly. The watch looks tasty. We like watches at the bank. Don't we like watches?' His thick-set assistant nodded, wires and cogs vibrated inside a hole in his cheek. Suddenly POS was available again and activated defence and attack modes. Renyke engaged his bionics and with lightning speed, head butted the first droid who flew back and smashed the other's head with the force of a truck. Cogs crushed and whirred and they both hit the floor. Maybeline screeched and began removing wires from orifices in the droids heads.. Then she stood victorious on her hind legs looking around for another victim. Human, age 48, ID: possibly David Shrewen, wanted for murder, extortion, fraud, by *CASM A short well dressed man approached trying to calm the situation. He lifted his hands in surrender. He was nervous without the protection of his now defunct droids. The Door guard held the female guide by the neck and she was screaming, 'Let us go we're no trouble honest, no trouble!' 'Quiet', said the door guard squeezing her neck tighter and choking her. 'My name is David Shrewen and I have a reputation to uphold. One of professionalism and integrity. I must apologise for my overzealous staff.' He put his hand out to shake Renyke's hand. Shall I lock weapons on target? asked POS. Renyke engaged an army-issue laser bolt-gun in his hand that would take out the whole room and anyone in it. He would prefer not to use it but he pointed it at Shrewen's face fixing a menacing stare. 'Duuuuude, we got no ishy here. No ishy, just data. A misunderstanding my friend?' Said Shrewen. 'Drop the lady!' Shouted Renyke, 'we are leaving.' 'Let them go', shouted Shrewen, without hesitation and putting on a brave friendly smile. The door guard released Queenie, as the banker backed off with his hands still in the air. Renyke reversed his way towards the door watching the room through his the 360-degree embedded viewfinder. There was a bag on the counter. ...Contains bits, may I suggest we take it.....? said POS Renyke grabbed the bag. It was heavy. The Banker protested. 'Not the whole bag man ......I got bills to pay!' Renyke pulled out a handful of the contents and threw the bag on the floor. He didn't need it all, enough to get some kind of vehicle to get him to Redact. The last thing he wanted was a gang of stupid droids after him in this Hell hole. They might hold him up. The banker was yelling as Renyke and Queenie took their exit. Shrewen was shouting as they made their way back through the market, 'You got some neat tools man, we could use you at the bank!'

Welcome to Immersion You have reached strata 3Flex and the Robo-Dog (Making Decisions)Decisions are the cusp between reality and possibility. Decisive actions create a continuously evolving universe for sentient beings where fate can immobilise actions and defeat progress. The decision-makers hold power over themselves, and, more often than not, over others.Androids programmed to learn can aid decision-making when dealing with complex data, intricate parameters, and variables that surpass human understanding.Often they excel at making accurate choices within their defined boundaries. However, an android will not excel in addressing intangibleaspects of human decision-making. Ethical dilemmas, moral considerations, and other human factors that significantly influence our lives and shape society are neither considered nor understood by a machine.Maybeline was sitting on Renyke's shoulder cleaning herself. Renyke collected bugs from the alley and analysed their chemical and biological structure.There was a bag next to where he had woken, a large backpack, beside a long leather coat. Renyke took some time to look in the bag attempting to remember how he had arrived in the alley. Nothing seemed familiar.'What are all these things?' he asked POS.These are standard-issue SAS munitions from the 21st century.....It occurred to Renyke that he could interrogate POS for more information.'Why am I here?Where have I come from?'There was a long pause before POS answered....I do not have access to that information. My software was set to launch when we arrived. There is no accessible historical data at my disposal...Catching himself in a window reflection Renyke put on the dark glasses he had found in the pocket of the coat.'We look pretty good Maybeline,' he remarked, surprised by his unfamiliar vanity.Mabeline nestled into Renyke's neck as they left the relative safety of the alley and entered the foreboding street.They were in the centre of a busy metropolis. There was a lot of activity with people shouting, bartering goods and moving quickly about the place. There were small groups of brightly dressed individuals congregating around stationary vehicles. Some were smoking pipes. Small hazy clouds hovered above them trapping the weak rays of the sun. The towering semi-derelict buildings created shadowy corners where small fires provided more light and warmth.The vehicles appeared to be a mix of old-fashioned motorised cabins from transportation systems and helicopters. There were some long-legged hybrids; electric solar-engine mashups that looked like menacing metal insects.Renyke's detectors showed the air comprised mostly of oxygen with low levels of other chemicals: chlorine, sulphur, silicone, fluorine polymers and plasticisers.'Hey, dude from the *Brightside, you want some *nibs?'A man hovered expectantly, somewhat close for comfort. He looked dishevelled but alert as he checked all directions avoiding eye contact with Renyke.Renyke checked POS for 'nibs'.......A drug used by nearly half the world's population that creates euphoria and doubles strength for a limited period. Overdose can cause temporary and permanent coma. Long-term effects; brain rot......'How much?' asked Renyke, whose algorithm was set to absorb all information about humans.'I can do you a deal' said the man, '50 *bits.... Or the Rat'.Renyke checked POS for *bits......Bits: street talk for gold, silver, uranium and other metal nuggets used in the black and grey economy without government authority....'I have no bits,' said Renyke.'Hahahahahaha'.........' see you in hell brother!' shouted the man as he danced away on long legs and a demeanour that seemed at odds with his situation.In the *midcasts, happiness came with security and expectation. digital and technological lives were formatted for predictability and reliability. The present and the future were reliable and predictable. Although Renyke was struggling to remember the details of his purpose here,, he knew very well that this place was different.A large flamboyant man in a fur coat whistled.'Hey girly, you want some dirty action? I'll take that rodent off your hands if you need some sexy time.'A warning comes from POS......Danger! Immediate! Ground Level!....A *robo-dog was barking loudly at Maybeline who was now snarling and making a shrieking noise.For a fraction of a second Renyke analysed all the variables and consequences of his next actions.The options were endless. POS had created a fleeting map of the most probable scenarios and outcomes that sprawled a multidimensional time map like a mathematical cobweb. Of course, Renyke, with his advanced artificial intelligence capabilities, was able to analyse in the tiniest fraction of time.He could immobilise the robo-dog, tame it and use it, sell it, break it up, separate its useful component parts, analyse its database for information, absorb its operating system, or, he could simply ignore it.Renyke began to ponder his skill set remembering that he was an excellent chess player. Single decisions about actions that he could make foresaw a million possibilities. Theoretically, this allowed for finely tuned activities and performance with very little or zero harm caused to his previous owners. Indeed, this forward-thinking ability had marked machines as superior in operation to humans who were narrow thinkers and only able to make selfish and immediate decisions based on emotional desires without reference to consequences.The robo-dog opened its mouth and bit Renyke's ankle.to be continued...© 2025 Sarnia de la Mare

 Welcome to Immersion, you have reached Strata 4The Zoners (Meeting Strangers)There is an old saying, from when the world had stories made of paper, that you cannot judge a book by its cover. But sometimes, without metadata, the cover is all you have to show the secrets within. Humans understand that a person's demeanour and outward profile can reveal something of their intent. There is a sort of human telepathy that is not bourn of scientific facts. It is intrinsic, passed down through culture and evolution, a hidden and secretive code of social understanding.But how would an android make sense of the tiny signals that humans pick up on? The millions of minute evolving syntax and expressions that create conscious and subconscious feelings and hunches. These are essential to humans but less easy to create or mimic in even advanced computerised systems. How do these assumptions translate across time and cultures? How do machines function successfully within complex human scenarios. Strangers are unpredictable, dangerous, and likely to be in control.A deeper understanding of the unknown without evidence is the ability to immediately resonate with individuals without reason.. It would seem that the bigger the data the less the machines are able to explain these innate human idiosyncrasies. In the attempt to create a facsimile of a human, the machines move further away from the truth.                                                 Renyke kicked the *robo-dog and it went flying high up into the air. It fell to the ground with a metallic crash scattering its parts asunder and making mechanical screeching sounds that made people stare.There was a general momentary hush as everyone realised Renyke should be avoided.Maybeline climbed inside the leather coat to keep out of any ensuing danger.The robo-dog made several bleeping sounds and drew its broken metallic components back onto its magnetic mainframe. Finally, after a 30-second system reboot, it got up and shook its fake hair, once again assembling a near perfect dog. As Renyke walked on the dog remained at heel, obedient, quiet, and protective. They were now given room to move into the throng. No one made eye contact and as if by some telepathic communication, everyone shared a nervousness around the new stranger.The dodgy-looking man offering bits and nibs reappeared and was running at Renyke's side.'My name is Flex. You need anything, man, I got your back....for sure, for sure. I can do all sorts. I got *connects innit.I know these streets. I'm a good worker. Good mugger too, should you ever need one.'Got drugs, got tools, all sorts.... survived like a pro all my life on the mean streets….  People like you need people like me. No one knows the zones like us *urchs.'Renyke walked on ignoring his now irritating companion who was running, flanking left to right, talking, and panting all at once as he tried to keep up.A child approached. Renyke's scanners showed him to be a human boy, around seven years old.'Hey Mr. Nice Man from the *brightside, spare some *bits for a hungry blind child?'Renyke looked down and saw a large black hole where the boy's eye had been. The other eye was weepy and red. The boy's face was scarred from historic deep-cut wounds and he appeared to be missing an arm.Renyke had seen images of similar wounds from the *Russia-China wars. But they had ended many years before.'Give the boy something,' Renyke scowled at Flex.Flex, somewhat wary after seeing the incident with the dog, dug deep into a pocket and reluctantly gave the boy a *bit-piece.'Now *fucksyoff ya lil shit,' said Flex in a disgruntled manner.'You can't trust these beggars ya know.....they have owners and gangs,' Flex informed Renyke in a hushed all-knowing tone.The street was lined with ramshackle stalls and shops. They were noisy and crowded with the bustling activities of theatrical looking people. Some had animals on leads or on their shoulders. Monkeys and parrots, the like of which Renyke had never come across in his massive data bass.Most had tribal markings on their faces. Others wore decorated eyewear, styled spectacles, masks and headgear.The attire seemed so impractical to Renyke who had always worn the same clothes and had aspired to a streamlined functionality. But he was rather enjoying his new coat.A woman approached. She was dressed in bright colourful headgear and boots with huge feathers and sequins. She had some kind of cat on a lead.Renyke engaged POS focusing on the cloth.…*Pertriline: Brand name for a fabric made from plastics. Non-biodegradable. Colourfast. Banned in 2050. Problematic for any practical landfill solutions....Then he queried the face coverings....…It is thought likely that tribal face markings in the zones are used mostly to avoid face recognition from satellites and covert surveillance. Different factions, tribes and even ad hoc groups have adopted more uniform styles which signal gang and other connections. These signals change regularly to avoid detection and discovery. It is understood that the underground activities that connect tribes, gangs, and families, have adopted coded clothing and other paraphernalia. Information is unconfirmed….these are theoretical assumptions based on data stripped whenever possible from prisoners or members of subversive factions….The woman with the cat stops Renyke in his tracks. Her cat stares at him making eye contact and edging forward. Renyke also stops.'Hey, Mr. Come on man, you must need something? You want some *toggies? I swap the coat for a nice jacket I got me just yesterday.'Renyke shook his head with one eye on the cat who was looking restless.'You want some tits-n-ass maybe.....food? Man you look hungry in yo skinny moves.'Renyke side stepped the woman and continued walking, not really sure what she meant. The dialect was a strange mix of unknown words and rhythmic intonation, almost songlike.'A bank maybe, or a charge point?' Shouted the woman as Renyke moved on.He stopped suddenly and queried, 'There's a bank?''Of course,' said the woman, 'what you take us for, wild ignorant animals?' She laughed hysterically at her own joke, and Renyke smiled. The cat finally stopped staring.'Yes, I need a bank,' Said Renyke.'Come with me,' said the woman.to be continued...© Sarnia de la Mare 

Also on YouTube: youtu.be/4lOLw1k4ocAShopify VP of Retail, Ray Reddy, joins to walk through what's new in POS V10.Faster checkoutsSplit fulfillmentCustom brandingBetter searchIf you sell in person, this episode is for you.Show LinksShopify POSShopify Editions (Summer 2025)Ray Reddy on LinkedInSponsorsZipify – Build high-converting sales funnelsCleverific – Smart order editing for ShopifyBoost AI Search & Filter – Frictionless Product Discovery with AIWork with KurtGrow your Shopify store with meSee our recent client winsJoin my newsletter

Czy sport naprawdę lubi łobuzów? Tomasz Fornal to jeden z najbardziej charyzmatycznych polskich siatkarzy młodego pokolenia, nie ma co do tego wątpliwości. W rozmowie z Wojewódzkim i Kędzierskim opowiada o adrenalinie, presji, sławie, ale też o rodzinie, porażkach i… kontaktach intymnych przed meczem (a raczej ich braku). Który z jego cytatów zawisł na ścianie sław? Co by robił, gdyby nie grał w siatkówkę? Czy potrafi cieszyć się z brązu? Tomasz Fornal szczerze mówi o tym, czy zazdrość między braćmi jest nieunikniona i wspomina ojca, który w czasach jego dzieciństwa był bardziej surowym krytykiem niż fanem. Zdradza też, co sądzi o tym, że niektóre dziewczyny „chcą żyć na koszt partnera” i czy zabrałby Bartka Kurka na randkę z Kendall Jenner. Co fascynuje go w grach i e-sporcie, jakie rytuały mają siatkarze, czy chciałby wyjść kiedyś na ring i… czy obieca nam złoto na wrzesień? Posłuchajcie inspirującej rozmowy z kimś, kto potrafi o sobie powiedzieć: „Kocham swoje życie. Wiodę życie, o jakim wielu może tylko pomarzyć.” Na rozmowę zapraszają Kuba Wojewódzki i Piotr Kędzierski. Podcast ma partnerów komercyjnych #płatnawspołpraca #podcast #wojewódzkikędzierski 

Ce 217e épisode de Pos. Report reçoit Arnaud Boissières et Benjamin Dutreux, skippers de l'Imoca 4CAD – La Mie-Câline. Les deux marins s'alignent au départ de la Course des Caps le 29 juin prochain puis sur la Transat Café l'Or. S'ils partagent la barre de leur monocoque, celui-ci deviendra la propriété d'Arnaud Boissières d'ici la fin de l'année.Juste avant d'enfiler le ciré pour une troisième navigation sur ce bateau construit par Alex Thomson - pour le Vendée Globe 2016 - ils reviennent sur la relation qui les unit depuis près de 10 ans : Arnaud avait alors embarqué Benjamin pour la découverte d'un Imoca, les rôles s'inversent aujourd'hui. Les deux Sablais se confient sur la notion de partage plutôt que de transmission.Si Benjamin révèle à Arnaud tous les secrets de son futur ex-bateau, il sera heureux de compter sur l'expérience de son aîné pendant la Course des Caps : Arnaud Boissières avait déjà participé au Tour des îles britanniques dans le cadre de la Calais Round Britain Race en 2007. Damien Seguin sera aussi de la partie à leurs côtés pour cette course de 2 000 milles en équipage mixte. Axelle Pillain et Muriel Vandenbempt complètent l'équipage.L'épreuve marquera leur retour à la compétition après le Vendée Globe 2024 : Benjamin Dutreux y avait accroché le Top 10 tandis qu'Arnaud Boissières avait été contraint à l'abandon dans la remontée de l'Atlantique de son cinquième tour du monde. Suite à cette désillusion, l'Aquitain de naissance change ses habitudes et met en place une préparation physique et mentale calquée sur celle de son coéquipier.Alors que leurs chemins se sépareront en 2026, leur Graal reste le Vendée Globe 2028. Pour y jouer les premiers rôles, Benjamin Dutreux vise un Imoca génération 2024 ou plutôt la construction d'un nouveau monocoque. Il raconte ses démarches pour y parvenir, la recherche d'un deuxième partenaire titre et le besoin de « se mettre en danger » pour aller plus loin. Arnaud Boissières confesse qu'il pourrait s'agir de sa dernière campagne en tant que skipper. Avant de se voir, peut-être, dans un rôle « à la Alain Gautier ».Diffusé le 17 Juin 2025Générique : Fast and wild/EdRecordsPost-production : Grégoire LevillainHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

5Zaczęło się od jednej konferencji i zarejestrowanej domeny… a potem ruszyła lawina. W jubileuszowym odcinku wspominamy naszą 15-letnią drogę z planem daltońskim – od pierwszych wdrożeń, przez książki i kursy online, aż po stworzenie Fundacji i Akademii Daltońskiej.Usłyszysz o wzlotach, błędach, inspiracjach i ludziach, bez których ta historia nie mogłaby się wydarzyć. Jeśli chcesz zrozumieć, jak edukacja oparta na samodzielności, odpowiedzialności i współpracy może zmieniać szkoły – ten odcinek jest dla Ciebie.

Bitcoin remains an untapped source of net-new liquidity that could be injected into DeFi. This would completely reshape Bitcoin's utilization from a mere store of value to a liquid asset that can be ported cross-chain and traded like a liquid staking derivative. Lombard's LBTC builds upon Babylon's Bitcoin staking primitive and aims to unlock new yield sources for the industry's leading asset by increasing its DeFi utilization.Topics covered in this episode:Jacob's backgroundLessons gathered from PolychainFocusing on BitcoinWhy Bitcoin staking is crucial for BTC DeFiBuilding on top of BabylonLBTC mintingSources of BTC yieldPoS inflation and native token incentivesBTC as a trading pair in DeFiLombard chainFuture challenges to overcomeBitcoin L2sLombard milestonesEpisode links:Jacob Phillips on XLombard on XBabylon on XSponsors:Gnosis: Gnosis builds decentralized infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem, since 2015. This year marks the launch of Gnosis Pay— the world's first Decentralized Payment Network. Get started today at - gnosis.ioChorus One: one of the largest node operators worldwide, trusted by 175,000+ accounts across more than 60 networks, Chorus One combines institutional-grade security with the highest yields at - chorus.oneThis episode is hosted by Brian Fabian Crain.

 With host retail coach Wendy Batten   https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/   In This Episode: Let's make this summer your most joyful and productive yet, without the burnout. In this episode, I'm sharing how to embrace a "Summer of Ease" while still keeping your retail business humming along behind the scenes. Whether you're a brick-and-mortar owner in peak tourist season or experiencing a slower Q3, this one's for you. We're trading hustle for harmony by leaning into three core pillars: (1) Fun (yes, you need it!), (2) Rest (not a reward, but part of your job), and (3) Momentum (because Q4 is coming and we need to be ready!) How to Create Ease This Summer: Schedule your calendar and your team's through September Pre-plan promotions, social content, and email marketing Reuse great content from last year (no one remembers your July 2023 meme, it's fine) Humanize your brand with softer summer content (think beach reads and mojito recipes) Hand off live sales, store tours, or event planning to your team or guest hosts Let go of the guilt and get off your phone and POS app while you're away It's time to drop the “shoulds,” my friend. Let's get to work. Until next week, cheers to joy, freedom, and profits. “Watching your POS like a hawk is not making things sell faster.” -Wendy Batten Your Next Steps Get out your calendar and do some planning! And let's connect on Instagram! What are your top tips for planning your summer of ease? I'd love to hear from you. Screenshot this episode and tag me on Instagram, or just jump into my DMs. If you're a member of the Retailer's Inner Circle, check your monthly playbooks. They're packed with done-for-you email prompts, promotional calendars, and content ideas to make this even easier. And if you aren't…join my supportive community of retailers in the Retailer's Inner Circle! There is so much to love about the Inner Circle: access to countless masterclasses on everything from inventory management to money matters, a supportive community of like-minded retailers to bounce ideas off of, a monthly playbook to track your progress and help you plan your events and promotions, and so much more. Check it out HERE.   Related podcasts we think you'll like:  Episode 82: 5 Steps to Simplify Your Content Planning Episode 143: How to Plan and Host Successful Events and Promotions in Your Retail Shop Episode 253: Mastering Social Selling About your host, Wendy Batten In case we haven't met yet, I'm Wendy, a small business coach and founder of the Retailer's Inner Circle, where I help other independent shop owners learn how to gain the right business skillsets to see more profits, paychecks, and joy as they navigate running their retail business.  Through online classes, business coaching programs, speaking, and a top-ranked podcast, I've helped hundreds of retailers around the globe reclaim their dream and see the success they want from their beautiful shops. My signature private coaching community, The Retailer's Inner Circle, has helped retailers around the world build their retail business skill sets and confidence.  I am proud to have been featured in several major publications, including my own business column in What Women Create magazine. I have been privileged to be a guest on top-ranked podcasts and sought-after as a guest speaker and teacher for several brands, associations, and communities that are passionate about the success of independent retailers. When I'm not coaching, you will find me either DIYing and renovating my very imperfect old crooked cottage by the sea in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Lunenburg, NS, or blogging about our travel and RVing adventures and the weird fun things we get up to in our coastal village. I'd love to invite you to check out one of my free resources for real retailers at https://wendybatten.com/free-resources/    For more support from Wendy   Join Wendy's CEO Planning Session for Retailers Retailer's Inner Circle - Join Wendy inside the best retailer's community Free resources for shop owners   Hang out and connect with Wendy on IG    All of Wendy's programs and services for shop owners can be found HERE.  Subscribe & Review on iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I'd love you to consider it. Subscribing means you won't miss an episode! Click here to subscribe to iTunes! If you want to be more of a rockstar, I'd love it if you could leave a review over on iTunes as well.  Those reviews help other retailers find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. So grateful for you! Thank you!

W dobie rozwoju sztucznej inteligencji, wielu soloprzedsiębiorców zastanawia się, czy narzędzia AI nie zaczną zastępować ich usług, zwłaszcza gdy klienci sami mają dostęp do zaawansowanych modeli językowych.Wartość powszechnej wiedzy maleje, ponieważ sztuczna inteligencja czyni ją łatwo dostępną, co stawia tradycyjne modele biznesowe oparte na przekazywaniu informacji pod znakiem zapytania.W tym odcinku dowiesz się, jak zmodyfikować swoją ofertę, by pozostać atrakcyjnym.Posłuchasz o tym:- jak zmodyfikować ofertę, żeby klienci chcieli za nią płacić,- w jaki sposób zbudować wokół swojej marki społeczność, której AI nigdy nie zastąpi,- jakie konkretne zadania powierzyć sztucznej inteligencji, aby zyskać więcej czasu na to, co naprawdę buduje wartość twojego biznesu.Przyjrzyj się swojej ofercie i zdecyduj, jakie zmiany warto w niej wdrożyć, żeby konkurencja ze strony AI pozostała daleko w tyle.

Człowiek to wiadomo, odczuwa całą gamę emocji, mniej lub bardziej zniuansowanych. A inne zwierzęta? Czy pies, który zjadł zeszyt z pracą domową (to się musi zdarzać, skoro tyle osób to raportuje!), zerka na człowieka, bo mu wstyd? A może to wyuczony odruch, który zmniejsza ryzyko kary?Naukowcy badają zwierzęta za pomocą nowoczesnych technologii (wyobraźcie sobie psa, który wchodzi do rezonansu magnetycznego i daje sobie obserwować aktywność mózgu), dzięki czemu wiemy, że podstawowe warianty emocji odczuwają prawdopodobnie wszystkie zwierzęta – nawet owady.W czwartym odcinku cyklu Radio Naukowe: Od Podstaw – Emocje skupiamy się na ewolucji emocji. Posłuchacie o tym, jak emocjami potrafią „zarażać się” nawet tak nieskomplikowane, zdawałoby się, zwierzęta jak ryby; o tym, dlaczego bardziej społeczne zwierzęta mają zwykle szerszy zasób emocji i jak w ogóle badać, co czuje wąż albo muszka owocówka.Od Podstaw to nowy, dodatkowy cykl odcinków Radia Naukowego – serie tematyczne, krótsze odcinki, naukowcy, których znacie i lubicie, którzy porządkują dla was fundamentalne kwestie w swoich dziedzinach.Działamy dzięki wsparciu na https://patronite.pl/radionaukowe. Dziękujemy i zapraszamy do dołączenia do społeczności Patronów!

Want to raise prices without losing customers or damaging your guest experience? Rising costs are unavoidable, but raising your prices doesn't have to feel risky. With the right timing, menu strategy, and communication, you can protect your margins and keep guests happy. In today's episode:Learn the best times of year to raise prices (without guest backlash)Use smart menu design to minimize price sensitivityTrain your staff to confidently handle price questions from guestsListen now and discover how thoughtful pricing can turn “awkward increases” into smooth, profitable wins—for you, your team, and your bottom line.Learn More:Schedule a Strategy SessionBar Business Nation Facebook GroupThe Bar Business Podcast WebsiteChris' Book 'How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business'Thank you to our show sponsors, SpotOn and Starfish. SpotOn's modern, cloud-based POS system allows bars to increase team productivity and provides the reporting you need to make smart financial decisions. Starfish works with your bookkeeping software using AI to help you make data-driven decisions and maximize your profits while giving you benchmarking data to understand how you compare to the industry at large. **We are a SpotOn affiliate and earn commissions from the link above. A podcast for bar, pub, tavern, nightclub, and restaurant owners, managers, and hospitality professionals, covering essential topics like bar inventory, marketing strategies, restaurant financials, and hospitality profits to help increase bar profits and overall success in the hospitality industry.

Estate-grown barley, hops, and fruit are the engines that power the beers at Macallen Farm and Brewery (https://www.facebook.com/p/Macallen-Ferme-et-Brasserie-100046434972035/), and multigenerational farmer (and brewery founder) Ryan Allen embraces agriculture as a creative tool in his brewing process. Whether it's heirloom barley varieties grown in intentional ways to optimize flavor profiles, or it's Cascade hops that he lets hang for extra weeks to develop deeper fruit notes, there are few variables that he's not willing to test and push in pursuit of the perfect flavor and aroma. In this episode, Allen discusses: growing heirloom barley for taste before yield choosing beer styles for different barley varieties and harvest conditions brewing test batches of every recipe, each year, to adjust recipes to the new crop weather impact on growth and flavor in barley controlling for pests through methods such as crop rotation adjusting water profiles to complement year-to-year barley flavor changes malting in-house for an additional layer of control choosing when to pick C-hops to optimize citrus and mango flavors varying the pick times for a single hop variety to achieve different expressions managing dry whole-cone hops in the brewhouse growing and processing estate-grown fruit for beer juicing the fruit, then using the skins for color adjustment And more. This episode is brought to you by: G&D Chillers (https://gdchillers.com): For years G&D Chillers has chilled the beers you love, partnering with 3,000+ breweries across North America and beyond. With our 24/7 service and support, your brewery will never stop. Remote monitor your chiller for simple and fast access to all the information you need, and gain peace of mind your operation is running smoothly. Berkeley Yeast (https://berkeleyyeast.com). Berkeley Yeast bioengineers ordinary strains and make them extraordinary—enhancing the flavors you want and eliminating the ones you don't. Visit berkeleyyeast.com to learn more and start brewing with science on your side. Old Orchard (https://www.oldorchard.com/brewer): As breweries expand beyond beer into other segments like mocktails and CBD beverages, Old Orchard is here to help. We can formulate custom blends featuring specialty ingredients. More information and free samples are waiting at oldorchard.com/brewer. Indie Hops (https://indiehops.com) Lórien seamlessly combines traditional elements of European noble hops with an elegant twang of American modernity. Learn more about Lórien and the rest of Indie's varieties at www.indiehops.com. Indie Hops — Life is short. Let's make it flavorful. Steel Chill Cups (https://SteelChillCups.com) Steel Chill-Cups are the perfect promotional tool! Crafted from 100% recyclable steel and proudly made in the USA. Discover how Steel Chill-Cups can “Put your brand on every pour”—visit SteelChillCups.com today! Arryved (https://www.arryved.com) Not only does Arryved offer a world-class POS built specifically for breweries, but they also provide Arryved Brewery Management, e-commerce, and more to help breweries scale and thrive. Visit arryved.com to learn more. Paktech (https://www.paktech-opi.com) With a minimalist design, durable functionality you can rely on, and custom color matching, PakTech helps brands stand out while staying sustainable. Trusted by craft brewers nationwide, they offer a smarter, sustainable way to carry your beer. To learn more, visit paktech-opi.com Brewery Workshop (https://breweryworkshop.com) If you're launching a brewery or acquiring an existing one, consider our brewery workshop and new brewery accelerator, September 14 through 17th in Fort Collins, Colorado. Over four days, we engage in panel discussions, technical brewery tours, networking, and small working group sessions that help you better understand and prepare for the challenges of brewery operation. Tickets are on sale now.

Episode 157 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and business partner, Dru Brents, co-founder of Broker Plus / PreApp1003, to talk about why thousands of brokers are making the move to this all-in-one platform.  We break down what makes PreApp1003 different—how it simplifies the mortgage process by combining your POS, LOS, CRM, e-sign, pricing engine, and marketing tools all under one roof. You'll hear about their smart automation features, user-friendly mobile interface, and new enhancements to the borrower experience.  Enterprise pricing is available for all, whether you're a one-person shop or a large team. You get the entire system for just $99 per month with a 12-month commitment. It's not just affordable—it's powerful, fast, and incredibly easy to use.  What you get:  Point of sale with no usernames or passwords required  Full LOS and CRM  Built-in e-sign solution  PPE powered by Lender Price  Team member workflow automation  Seamless mobile access and updated UI  Video text messaging and marketing automation  If you're tired of stitching together multiple systems, this is the solution you've been looking for.  Visit https://preapp1003.com to learn more and see why so many brokers are making the switch.  This podcast is brought to you by the Mortgage Marketing Animals. Be sure to join us for the Loan Officer Breakfast Club—30 minutes of free loan officer coaching every weekday from 8:30 to 9:00 AM Eastern.  Visit http://LoanOfficerBreakfastClub.com to get started.  Schedule a one-on-one free coaching call, click here or visit DailySuccessPlan.com.

Send us a textThe enterprise technology space is buzzing with bold moves and fresh innovations as major players double down on AI, unified commerce, and real-time data capabilities. Salesforce is making headlines with its planned launch of AI agents and a cloud-based POS for retailers, even as its CEO, Marc Benioff, critiques Microsoft Copilot as a “huge disaster.” Meanwhile, HubSpot's co-founder is gaining traction with Agent.ai, an agentic AI platform that has already amassed 258,000 users in just four months. Retail tech is evolving fast, with commercetools unveiling InStore to redefine unified commerce globally and Rootstock expanding its ERP footprint with Scion for enterprise users. On the M&A front, Clearwater Analytics is acquiring Enfusion for $1.5 billion to accelerate global growth, and Qlik is enhancing real-time data processing through its acquisition of Upsolver. Athos Commerce emerges from the fusion of Searchspring and Klevu, promising smarter retail experiences, while Epicor's new Prism vertical AI agents aim to transform frontline decision-making. Even Apple is joining the race, partnering in a consortium to develop next-gen AI data center technology, highlighting the intensifying competition to shape the future of intelligent enterprise infrastructure.In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry analysts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to analyze current enterprise software stories. We covered many grounds, including the direction and roadmaps of each enterprise software vendor. Finally, we analyzed future trends and how they might shape the enterprise software industry.Background Soundtrack: Away From You – Mauro SommFor more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs. rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform. 

Elie Y. Katz Talks NRS Innovations for Small Retail Success Nrsplus.com About the Guest(s): Elie Y. Katz is the President and CEO of National Retail Solutions (NRS). Seven years ago, Elie brought his extensive experience from various industries to establish NRS, focusing on empowering independent retailers with essential business tools. His past involvement includes managing multiple real estate investments and food establishments. Under his leadership, NRS has grown to service close to 30,000 independent retailers across the U.S. with a robust ecosystem of point-of-sale networks and credit card processing solutions. Elie's vision revolves around providing cutting-edge technology to small businesses to help them compete against larger corporate entities. Episode Summary: In this episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss welcomes back Elie Y. Katz, the dynamic President and CEO of National Retail Solutions (NRS). They explore the transformative impact of technology on small businesses and how NRS is spearheading innovations for independent retailers. Elie shares insights from his vast experience in creating tools that allow small businesses to thrive in a competitive market dominated by major retailers. Together, Chris and Elie delve into NRS's mission to support these businesses with state-of-the-art solutions. This episode takes a deep dive into the world of retail solutions, highlighting how NRS's products and services are game-changers for small retailers. With a focus on enhancing efficiency and profitability, Elie discusses NRS's wide array of offerings, from point-of-sale systems tailored for various industries to innovative credit card processing services. The conversation also touches on the importance of adopting technology to meet modern business challenges, the role of AI in improving operational efficiency, and exciting future expansions. Chris and Elie make a compelling case for why technology is indispensable for the growth of small businesses in today's economy. Key Takeaways: Empowering Small Retailers: National Retail Solutions offers an extensive range of tools, including point-of-sale systems and credit card processing, aimed at enhancing the operational efficiencies of small, independent retailers. AI and Technology Integration: NRS is integrating AI to assist retailers with product pricing and inventory management, ensuring they remain competitive and informed. Safety and Security: NRS has developed a patented panic alarm feature in their POS systems, which can silently alert authorities during emergencies, thus improving store safety. Expansion and Growth: NRS plans to expand its offerings into the restaurant industry while also aiming at serving international markets, leveraging its technology-backed solutions. Community Impact: Elie Katz emphasizes NRS's commitment to helping small business owners succeed, highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels independent retailers. Notable Quotes: "Our point of sale register is the brain. It has all the items… and it's ready to go." "Technology rules the roost… if we don't embrace the technology change, then you better embrace the fact that you may be out of business soon." "With our point of sale register, you're standing there… and that's why these brands love us." "We are gonna be hot and heavy going into the restaurant point of sale register business." "I know the struggles… it makes me proud to help business owners be successful with their business."

Before he took the leap and started his own, BreWskey (https://www.brewskey.ca) cofounder Derrick Robertson was a process engineer who helped design breweries. That background was invaluable when building out a brewhouse and cellar in a building that's a historic landmark in Vieux-Montréal. With multiple spaces and sprawling patios, BreWskey is popular among travelers who drink plenty of pale lager in warmer months—with many who also appreciate BreWskey's creative and contemporary approach to hazy IPA. Robertson has an unquenchable thirst for experimentation, treating each batch on their two- and 10-barrel systems as an opportunity to tweak variables, test ingredients, and dial in processes. He's not afraid to brew beer with a point of view informed by his own tastes—witbier without phenolic Belgian yeast, for example—and he's always up for experiments, such as pushing 34/70 to see just how much heat it can endure. When it comes to hazy IPA, however, he can't bear the astringent burn that certain hops exacerbate, so he's dialed in processes to turn beers at brewpub speed with robust body and just enough haze—because, as he says, there is such a thing as too much haze. In this episode, Robertson discusses: balancing brewpub and taproom beer menus with an on-the-fly creative process adjusting the beer program week to week, based on tourism trends brewing white beer with London Ale III while replacing certain yeast-driven flavors with targeted ingredient additions using New Zealand hops strategically for light color without the burn the fungibility of many hazy IPA grain bills selecting hop varieties, such as Rakau, that improve the expression of others why Riwaka is like smoked malt avoiding “Galaxy paste” when brewing with the Australian hop accepting inefficient extraction techniques when using certain hops, to avoid picking up off-flavors dialing in his hop palette to eight to 10 hops, while expanding the number of lots of each dry-hop bench-testing for lot selection, to understand how the rub connects to the actual flavors and aromas in finished beer And more. This episode is brought to you by: G&D Chillers (https://gdchillers.com): For years G&D Chillers has chilled the beers you love, partnering with 3,000+ breweries across North America and beyond. With our 24/7 service and support, your brewery will never stop. Remote monitor your chiller for simple and fast access to all the information you need, and gain peace of mind your operation is running smoothly. Berkeley Yeast (https://berkeleyyeast.com). Berkeley Yeast bioengineers ordinary strains and make them extraordinary—enhancing the flavors you want and eliminating the ones you don't. Visit berkeleyyeast.com to learn more and start brewing with science on your side. Old Orchard (https://www.oldorchard.com/brewer): As breweries expand beyond beer into other segments like mocktails and CBD beverages, Old Orchard is here to help. We can formulate custom blends featuring specialty ingredients. More information and free samples are waiting at oldorchard.com/brewer. Indie Hops (https://indiehops.com) Lórien seamlessly combines traditional elements of European noble hops with an elegant twang of American modernity. Learn more about Lórien and the rest of Indie's varieties at www.indiehops.com. Indie Hops — Life is short. Let's make it flavorful. Steel Chill Cups (https://SteelChillCups.com) Steel Chill-Cups are the perfect promotional tool! Crafted from 100% recyclable steel and proudly made in the USA. Discover how Steel Chill-Cups can “Put your brand on every pour”—visit SteelChillCups.com today! Arryved (https://www.arryved.com) Not only does Arryved offer a world-class POS built specifically for breweries, but they also provide Arryved Brewery Management, e-commerce, and more to help breweries scale and thrive. Visit arryved.com to learn more. Paktech (https://www.paktech-opi.com) With a minimalist design, durable functionality you can rely on, and custom color matching, PakTech helps brands stand out while staying sustainable. Trusted by craft brewers nationwide, they offer a smarter, sustainable way to carry your beer. To learn more, visit paktech-opi.com Brewery Workshop (https://breweryworkshop.com) If you're launching a brewery or acquiring an existing one, consider our brewery workshop and new brewery accelerator, September 14 through 17th in Fort Collins, Colorado. Over four days, we engage in panel discussions, technical brewery tours, networking, and small working group sessions that help you better understand and prepare for the challenges of brewery operation. Tickets are on sale now.

What's it like to run a thriving boutique side by side with your partner? In this episode, Serena and Java Patterson share the inspiring story of how they transformed The Farmhouse from a local vendor space into a successful boutique rooted in community. They walk through the key moves that fueled their growth, from switching their POS system from Clover to Shopify to streamline inventory and cut fees, to using smart merchandising to create an inviting shopping experience.  Listen in to hear how they balanced tourist and local customer needs, embraced Retail Bootcamp strategies to master their financials and grow organically through social media, and more. But it's not just about business—Serena and Java also get real about what it's like to build and run a store as a couple. They talk about setting boundaries, adding humor to hectic days, and leaning on each other through the highs and lows. Whether you're dreaming of opening your own shop or looking for ways to grow with heart, this episode is packed with personal stories and practical takeaways you won't want to miss!  Resources:  Serena & Java Patterson: Instagram | Facebook | Website  Use the code BoutiqueChat for 15% off at TheFarmhouseAZ.com Join The Boutique Hub    Ashley Alderson: Instagram    The Boutique Hub: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | TikTok | YouTube