Podcasts about post covid

Warum ist die Diagnose von postinfektiösen Erkrankungen bei Kindern so schwierig? Eine Sonderfolge mit Dr. Daniel Vilser.Es ist schwer zu sagen, wie viele Kinder und Jugendliche in Deutschland an postinfektiösen Erkrankungen leiden - ausgelöst durch verschiedene Erreger, nicht nur durch Corona. Schätzungen reichen von 10.000 bis 100.000 Fällen. Das Krankheitsbild ist divers, deshalb sind Diagnose und Therapie nach wie vor schwierig. Obwohl es für Kinder neuerdings ein bundesweites Versorgungsnetzwerk gibt, klagen betroffene Familien weiter über Wartezeiten und Unkenntnis im Gesundheitssystem, und es mangelt an großen Studien. Was weiß man mittlerweile über die Krankheitsmechanismen? Darüber spricht "Synapsen"-Host Korinna Hennig in dieser Sonderfolge mit Dr. Daniel Vilser, der sich während der Pandemie als einer der ersten mit Long Covid bei Kindern beschäftigt hat. Heute ist er Chefarzt der Klinik für Kinder- und Jugendmedizin am AMEOS-Klinikum in Neuburg und leitet dort eine Ambulanz für Betroffene. Er schildert die vergebliche Suche nach einem Biomarker und den langen Weg zur Evidenz bei Medikamenten - und erzählt, warum er seinen Patientinnen und Patienten trotz allem Hoffnung machen will.HINTERGRUNDINFORMATIONENVersorgungsnetz für Postinfektiöse Erkrankungen bei Kindern in Deutschland: https://pednet-lc.de/Daten aus der RECOVER-Studie zu Long Covid bei Kindern und Jugendlichen: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2822770Studie von Daniel Vilser et al. zu Long Covid-Subtypen: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-026-72224-yStudie zu Risikofaktoren für schweres Post Covid bei jungen Patient:innen: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00431-026-06995-3Alle weiteren Quellen findet ihr im Artikel zur Folge auf der Synapsenseite:https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/podcastsynapsen100.htmlHabt ihr Feedback oder einen Lifehack aus der Welt der Wissenschaft? Schreibt uns an synapsen@ndr.deHier geht's zu ARD Gesund:https://www.ndr.de/ratgeber/gesundheit

Warum ist die Diagnose von postinfektiösen Erkrankungen bei Kindern so schwierig? Eine Sonderfolge mit Dr. Daniel Vilser.Es ist schwer zu sagen, wie viele Kinder und Jugendliche in Deutschland an postinfektiösen Erkrankungen leiden - ausgelöst durch verschiedene Erreger, nicht nur durch Corona. Schätzungen reichen von 10.000 bis 100.000 Fällen. Das Krankheitsbild ist divers, deshalb sind Diagnose und Therapie nach wie vor schwierig. Obwohl es für Kinder neuerdings ein bundesweites Versorgungsnetzwerk gibt, klagen betroffene Familien weiter über Wartezeiten und Unkenntnis im Gesundheitssystem, und es mangelt an großen Studien. Was weiß man mittlerweile über die Krankheitsmechanismen? Darüber spricht "Synapsen"-Host Korinna Hennig in dieser Sonderfolge mit Dr. Daniel Vilser, der sich während der Pandemie als einer der ersten mit Long Covid bei Kindern beschäftigt hat. Heute ist er Chefarzt der Klinik für Kinder- und Jugendmedizin am AMEOS-Klinikum in Neuburg und leitet dort eine Ambulanz für Betroffene. Er schildert die vergebliche Suche nach einem Biomarker und den langen Weg zur Evidenz bei Medikamenten - und erzählt, warum er seinen Patientinnen und Patienten trotz allem Hoffnung machen will.HINTERGRUNDINFORMATIONENVersorgungsnetz für Postinfektiöse Erkrankungen bei Kindern in Deutschland: https://pednet-lc.de/Daten aus der RECOVER-Studie zu Long Covid bei Kindern und Jugendlichen: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2822770Studie von Daniel Vilser et al. zu Long Covid-Subtypen: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-026-72224-yStudie zu Risikofaktoren für schweres Post Covid bei jungen Patient:innen: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00431-026-06995-3Alle weiteren Quellen findet ihr im Artikel zur Folge auf der Synapsenseite:https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/podcastsynapsen100.htmlHabt ihr Feedback oder einen Lifehack aus der Welt der Wissenschaft? Schreibt uns an synapsen@ndr.deHier geht's zu ARD Gesund:https://www.ndr.de/ratgeber/gesundheit

What sustains faith when prayer feels flat and God seems distant—and there's no clear tragedy to explain it? Anglican priest and former New York Times columnist Tish Harrison Warren joins Macie Bridge to talk about weariness, burnout, and the quiet middle stretches of a long spiritual life. Drawing on her new book What Grows in Weary Lands, she turns to the Desert Fathers and Mothers for a resilience that resists both flaming out and numbing out. "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." In this episode with Macie Bridge, Warren reflects on her own season of spiritual aridity and the ancient counsel to stay in your cell rather than escape. Together they discuss the difference between burnout and weariness, acedia and the noonday demon, perseverance, silence as countercultural practice, and the world as a womb. They explore why escape rarely heals and what it means to trust the slow work of God. Episode Highlights "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." "I do not think vitamin D will solve what I'm talking about." "We're not having to hold our life together in the midst of weariness with will power and duct tape." "We kind of bring Times Square with us wherever we go now." "God doesn't need me to be impressive or achieving." About Tish Harrison Warren Tish Harrison Warren is a writer and an Anglican priest. She is the author of Liturgy of the Ordinary, named Christianity Today's 2018 Book of the Year, and Prayer in the Night, which won both Christianity Today's 2022 Book of the Year and the 2022 ECPA Christian Book of the Year. She formerly wrote a weekly newsletter for The New York Times on faith in public and private life and was a columnist for Christianity Today; her essays have appeared in Comment, The Point, and Religion News Service. She currently serves as the C. S. Lewis Theological Writer-in-Residence at Baylor's Truett Seminary, is a senior fellow with The Trinity Forum, and an assisting priest at Immanuel Anglican Church. (Source: tishharrisonwarren.com) Learn more and follow at tishharrisonwarren.com, Instagram @tishharrisonwarren, and X @Tish_H_Warren. Helpful Links and Resources What Grows in Weary Lands (newest book): https://tishharrisonwarren.com/whatgrowsinwearylands Liturgy of the Ordinary (most popular book): https://tishharrisonwarren.com/liturgy-of-the-ordinary Curt Thompson, referenced on the brain and community: https://curtthompsonmd.com/books/ Show Notes Writing from the middle of the process Weariness vs. burnout—bigger than the occupational "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." Two years at The New York Times—top of a career, bone-tired Spiritually tinged exhaustion, distinct from depression Comprehensive difficulty—work, marriage, church, politics, drama Post-COVID burnout talk; why the church rarely names this Craving emotional highs in contemporary Christian faith We lack stories of long, steady faith "I do not think vitamin D will solve what I'm talking about." Discovering the Desert Fathers and Mothers Acedia, the noonday demon—sloth, boredom, irritation, doubt Flame out, numb out, or go deep The cell as guiding metaphor—a rhythm of prayer and work "Stay in your cell"—counsel of St. Moses and Arsenius Resisting the lie that escape elsewhere brings contentment "The cell is actually this transformative place." Curt Thompson: the brain isn't made to do hard things alone A desert mother's maternal metaphor—the world as a womb "What is happening right now matters"—hope without escapism Grace: "we're not having to hold our life together... with will power and duct tape." "Part of our weariness is it is too noisy. The world is too noisy." "God doesn't need me to be impressive or achieving." Trusting the slow work of God #TishHarrisonWarren #WhatGrowsInWearyLands #ChristianResilience #Burnout #DesertFathers #SpiritualFormation #Weariness #Acedia #Hope #ForTheLifeOfTheWorld Production Notes This podcast featured Tish Harrison Warren Interview by Macie Bridge Edited and Produced by Evan Rosa Hosted by Evan Rosa Production Assistance by Noah Senthil A Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/about Support For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

"The Doctor Is Not Always Right"  Hein Van Eck is a healthcare actuary by training, a breed of thinker who sits at the intersection of data, ethics, and human behavior. He started in insurance in South Africa, was handed his career-defining job after answering a single ethical question correctly, and has spent the last 20 years on the provider side watching an industry transform in real time. He moved to Dubai in 2014 and hasn't stood still since.  As CEO of Mediclinic Middle East, Hein oversees six hospitals, 27 clinics, 4,000 babies born annually, and a workforce of doctors recruited from around the world not by headhunters, but by hospital directors who fly to the UK in winter specifically to sit across a candidate and ask: would I feel comfortable if this person treated my family?  That detail tells you everything about how he leads.  This conversation goes places most healthcare interviews don't. Hein talks honestly about the agency problem at the heart of modern medicine doctor has the knowledge, patient consumes, insurer pays and what happens when that system breaks down. He explains why Ozempic and Mounjaro might genuinely extend lives, not just shrink waistlines. He reveals an AI model that predicts, with 95% accuracy, which patient won't show up to their appointment. And he shares his vision of what a hospital looks like in ten years: a theatre complex, an ICU, and almost everything else happening at home.  If you think Dubai healthcare is second-tier, this conversation will change your mind.    Timestamps:  0:00 -  20 years at one company in Dubai: why Hein never needed to leave   2:00 - From actuary to hospitals: the agency problem at the heart of healthcare   5:00 - Post-Covid consumerism: why visits per person have doubled from four to eight a year   9:00 - Peptides, Ozempic, and the traffic light system: green, amber, and outright quackery  14:00 - Insurance, self-pay, and the moral dilemmas that arise every single day   21:00 - Collaborative management without consensus: how he leads 4 million patient interactions   25:00 - The mentor, the one ethical question, and how Hein got the job   28:00 - Payment cycles: 20 days in South Africa, 100+ days in the UAE and the hidden cash flow crisis   34:00 - How Mediclinic recruits doctors: hospital directors on planes, not recruiters on LinkedIn   40:00 - Spencer's spinal fusion story and the one doctor who made it human   47:00 - Hospitals as healthcare malls and why the big scary hospital is disappearing   52:00 - AI that predicts no-shows with 95% accuracy and ambient AI that frees doctors to look up   56:00 - In ten years, a hospital will be a theatre and an ICU and everything else happens at home   1:02:00 - The blue chair in every boardroom: every decision tested against what's best for the patient   1:07:00 - Quickfire: the biggest lie in healthcare, what scares him about AI, and the hardest truth about technology adoption    Follow Spencer Lodge on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/madeindubaipodcast/?hl=en  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586194260076  https://www.instagram.com/spencer.lodge/?hl=en   https://www.tiktok.com/@spencer.lodge   https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerlodge/   https://www.youtube.com/c/SpencerLodgeTV   https://www.facebook.com/spencerlodgeofficial/    Follow Hein Van Eck on Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hein-van-eck-a632881a/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/mediclinic-middle-east/  https://www.instagram.com/mediclinicme/?hl=en 

In his weekly clinical update, Daniel Griffin and Vincent Racaniello discuss withdrawal of the ACIP charter published in April 2026, the first council meeting on antibiotic resistant bacteria, the latest developments surrounding hantavirus infections, and the Ebola outbreak in the Congo and Uganda before Dr. Griffin deep dives into the measles outbreak, recent statistics RSV, influenza and SARS-CoV-2 infections, the Wasterwater Scan dashboard, Johns Hopkins measles tracker, transmission of SARS-CoV-2 through the air including ventilation systems, how to access and pay for Paxlovid, where to go for answers about long COVID-19, early use of antiviral drugs for COVID-19 patients and contacting your federal government representative to stop the assault on science and biomedical research. Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, RSS, email Become a patron of TWiV! 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What if your "normal" thyroid labs aren't telling the full story? In this eye-opening episode of The Girlfriend Doctor Show, Dr. Anna Cabeca sits down with renowned integrative pharmacist and thyroid expert Dr. Izabella Wentz to uncover the powerful connection between gut health, IBS, autoimmune disease, and thyroid dysfunction — especially Hashimoto's. Dr. Wentz shares her deeply personal journey from debilitating IBS, anxiety, fatigue, and Hashimoto's thyroiditis to healing through root-cause medicine. Together, Dr. Anna and Dr. Wentz explore why so many women are told their thyroid labs are "normal" while they continue struggling with weight gain, brain fog, bloating, constipation, inflammation, hormonal shifts, and exhaustion. You'll learn why gut permeability ("leaky gut"), chronic stress, infections, food sensitivities, and microbiome imbalances may be silently driving autoimmune thyroid disease — and the practical steps you can take to begin healing. In this episode, you'll discover: Why thyroid antibodies matter — even when TSH appears "normal" The hidden connection between IBS and Hashimoto's How stress hormones disrupt the gut barrier and immune system Common root causes including parasites, H. pylori, SIBO, mold, and food sensitivities The truth about bloating, constipation, diarrhea, edema, and inflammation Functional medicine testing that may uncover what conventional medicine misses Nutrition, supplements, and gut-healing strategies that can support thyroid recovery If you've ever been told "everything looks fine" while your body says otherwise, this conversation is for you. Listen now and share this episode with someone who needs answers, healing, and hope.   Key Timestamps 00:00 — Why thyroid symptoms are often missed in women 04:30 — Dr. Wentz's personal journey with IBS and Hashimoto's 11:15 — The gut-autoimmune-thyroid connection explained 18:40 — Post-COVID rise in autoimmune conditions and chronic fatigue 24:50 — Functional medicine testing for IBS and thyroid symptoms 33:10 — Stress, cortisol, and "leaky gut" 41:20 — How intestinal permeability triggers autoimmune disease 49:45 — Food sensitivities, bloating, edema, and inflammation 58:30 — Gut-healing protocols and favorite supplements 01:06:20 — Why women are more prone to IBS and Hashimoto's 01:14:00 — The importance of self-advocacy and listening to your body   Memorable Quotes "You may have been told your thyroid is normal, but there's something else going on — and the biggest culprit can be in the gut." — Dr. Anna Cabeca "Don't let people tell you it's all in your head." — Dr. Izabella Wentz "There will often be a disruption of the gut barrier years before an autoimmune diagnosis appears." — Dr. Izabella Wentz "To heal the human, we have to address the gut." — Dr. Anna Cabeca "Stress hormones can unlock the door to intestinal permeability and chronic inflammation." — Dr. Anna Cabeca   Connect With Guest Check out Dr. Izabella's new book: IBS: Finding and Treating the Root Cause of Irritable Bowel Syndrome Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/izabellawentzpharmd/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ThyroidPharmacist  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThyroidLifestyle/ Website: https://thyroidpharmacist.com/   Connect With Dr. Anna Website: Dranna.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegirlfrienddoctor  

What if your "normal" thyroid labs aren't telling the full story? In this eye-opening episode of The Girlfriend Doctor Show, Dr. Anna Cabeca sits down with renowned integrative pharmacist and thyroid expert Dr. Izabella Wentz to uncover the powerful connection between gut health, IBS, autoimmune disease, and thyroid dysfunction — especially Hashimoto's. Dr. Wentz shares her deeply personal journey from debilitating IBS, anxiety, fatigue, and Hashimoto's thyroiditis to healing through root-cause medicine. Together, Dr. Anna and Dr. Wentz explore why so many women are told their thyroid labs are "normal" while they continue struggling with weight gain, brain fog, bloating, constipation, inflammation, hormonal shifts, and exhaustion. You'll learn why gut permeability ("leaky gut"), chronic stress, infections, food sensitivities, and microbiome imbalances may be silently driving autoimmune thyroid disease — and the practical steps you can take to begin healing. In this episode, you'll discover: Why thyroid antibodies matter — even when TSH appears "normal" The hidden connection between IBS and Hashimoto's How stress hormones disrupt the gut barrier and immune system Common root causes including parasites, H. pylori, SIBO, mold, and food sensitivities The truth about bloating, constipation, diarrhea, edema, and inflammation Functional medicine testing that may uncover what conventional medicine misses Nutrition, supplements, and gut-healing strategies that can support thyroid recovery If you've ever been told "everything looks fine" while your body says otherwise, this conversation is for you. Listen now and share this episode with someone who needs answers, healing, and hope.   Key Timestamps 00:00 — Why thyroid symptoms are often missed in women 04:30 — Dr. Wentz's personal journey with IBS and Hashimoto's 11:15 — The gut-autoimmune-thyroid connection explained 18:40 — Post-COVID rise in autoimmune conditions and chronic fatigue 24:50 — Functional medicine testing for IBS and thyroid symptoms 33:10 — Stress, cortisol, and "leaky gut" 41:20 — How intestinal permeability triggers autoimmune disease 49:45 — Food sensitivities, bloating, edema, and inflammation 58:30 — Gut-healing protocols and favorite supplements 01:06:20 — Why women are more prone to IBS and Hashimoto's 01:14:00 — The importance of self-advocacy and listening to your body   Memorable Quotes "You may have been told your thyroid is normal, but there's something else going on — and the biggest culprit can be in the gut." — Dr. Anna Cabeca "Don't let people tell you it's all in your head." — Dr. Izabella Wentz "There will often be a disruption of the gut barrier years before an autoimmune diagnosis appears." — Dr. Izabella Wentz "To heal the human, we have to address the gut." — Dr. Anna Cabeca "Stress hormones can unlock the door to intestinal permeability and chronic inflammation." — Dr. Anna Cabeca   Connect With Guest Check out Dr. Izabella's new book: IBS: Finding and Treating the Root Cause of Irritable Bowel Syndrome Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/izabellawentzpharmd/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ThyroidPharmacist  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThyroidLifestyle/ Website: https://thyroidpharmacist.com/   Connect With Dr. Anna Website: Dranna.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegirlfrienddoctor  

“As builders, you have huge overheads. Massive.” Matt said it mid-conversation and it just sat there, because it is the part people outside the construction industry rarely see. They see the finished home and the invoice. They do not see the cash flow pressure, the holding costs, the insurances, the compliance, the admin load, the delays, and how quickly one wobble in the pipeline can hit a building business. That is where this chat with Jessica Kismet from Climasure, host of the Building Sciology Podcast, really goes.Jessica jumps in as guest host and asks the questions builders usually keep to themselves. Money pressure. Risk. Ego. Family. The emotional load of running a residential construction business in Australia, especially when the market is tight and the margin for error is small. If you are a builder, contractor, or tradie trying to stay steady through uncertainty, this episode will feel very familiar.We talk openly about the financial tightrope and what it means to actually know your numbers. Builder margins, overheads, pricing, and the real cost of delays are not optional knowledge anymore. Post-COVID, “she'll be right” is not a strategy. This conversation gets into the learning curve, the mistakes, and the shift from running on instinct to running a more sustainable construction business that can last.We also get into bigger industry questions. Would we encourage our kids to become builders? Who is the real villain in the building industry, from legislation to contracts to banks and insurance? How do you set boundaries with clients, protect your process, and avoid the compromises that come back to bite you later? And we finish on the long game of building science, where better outcomes depend on builders, architects, and designers understanding the whole system, not just their part of it.

This hour begins with a discussion alongside guest Dave Scott about newly released government UFO files and the growing push for transparency surrounding unidentified aerial phenomena. Walter Sterling then ventures into controversial conspiracy claims tied to Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch, critiques modern culture through discussions on planned obsolescence, the long-term effects of COVID-era lockdowns, and changing public behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Alyssa and Nadia record on a Sunday morning, a podcast first, and quickly abandon their planned topic for a more organic conversation about Gen Z: whether they're really more serious, homebodied, and less “fun” than previous generations.Alyssa shares what she's been hearing from parents: Gen Z drives less, goes out less, drinks less, and spends more time indoors. Nadia pushes back thoughtfully, arguing that the behavior may not be as different as people think. What has changed is what gets posted. Her generation is highly aware of being watched online, managing a persona, and the permanence of digital life. Just because something isn't visible doesn't mean it isn't happening.The conversation becomes more personal when Nadia describes herself as a perfectionist. For her, perfectionism isn't about flawless work. It's about waiting for the “right” conditions until nothing gets started. It's also about disruption, perception, and rarely going against the grain. Alyssa contrasts this with her own motivation: she's more afraid of missing the window than getting it perfect, so she tends to jump in before she feels ready.From there, they explore social media, public identity, and the pressure of growing up with everything documented. College acceptances, LinkedIn wins, and life milestones are not just experienced, they're performed. Alyssa reflects on seeing a colleague post a keynote credit and wondering whether her own silence online had cost her opportunities. Nadia explains that for her, not posting certain things isn't dishonest; it's simply a way of navigating who gets to see what.The episode closes with recommendations. Alyssa shares Yesteryear, a novel about a tradwife influencer whose online identity clashes with her inner life. Nadia adds a guilty pleasure mention of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, then half-retracts it almost immediately.TakeawaysGen Z may not be less social or less fun, but more selective about what they post online.Social media has changed the visibility of behavior, making outside perceptions feel distorted.Perfectionism often shows up as waiting for the “right” conditions, which can delay actionSome people are more motivated by the fear of missing an opportunity than by doing something perfectly.Growing up online turns milestones like college acceptances and job wins into public performances.Being constantly watched shapes what people share, hide, and curate.Influencer culture is a legitimate modern job, but it comes with pressure to stay consistent in public.The most effective online personas often feel authentic, not overly constructed.Post-COVID isolation shaped how Gen Z socializes, matures, and handles pressure.Authenticity is harder to maintain when platforms reward polished, consistent identities.Chapters0:11–1:24 — Sunday Morning Recording: Why Today Feels Different1:24–4:15 — The Gen Z Debate: Do They Actually Go Out Lessor Just Post Less?4:15–7:50 — A Man at a Donut Shop, a Woman Behind theCounter, and What Growing Up Fast Used to Look Like7:50–10:45 — Pressure to Fix the World and the PerceptionThat Gen Z Is Lazy10:45–14:40 — The Perfectionism Conversation: What NadiaActually Means When She Says It14:40–16:20 — Waiting for the Right Time vs. Jumping BeforeYou're Ready16:20–20:00 — Everything Is Online: College Acceptances,LinkedIn Posts, and the Pressure to Perform Every Milestone20:00–22:05 — Alyssa's LinkedIn Wake-Up Call and What SheHasn't Posted22:05–26:30 — Is Being an Influencer a Legitimate Career?The Full Conversation26:30–30:25 — Book and Show Recommendations: Yesteryear, Tradwives, and The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives650.701.7686 (o)650.332.2739 (f)510.673.8712 (m)Sports & Dance Rehab | Pilates | Group ClassesOn the Move Physical Therapy501-D Old County Rd. Belmont, CA 94002web - http://www.onthemovephysio.comemail - alyssa@onthemovephysio.comIG - https://www.instagram.com/onthemovephysio

You may have heard there’s a new virus making headlines. Three people have died and several others have fallen ill after an outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship. Governments and health agencies around the world are coordinating a mass evacuation of passengers – working together to get people home while at the same time trying to prevent any further spread. So, should we be worried here in New Zealand? What are the real-world risks for most people? What are the warning signs? And, what does this response tell us about how authorities handle a serious disease threat? Have we gotten any better at it? Today on The Front Page, Massey University infectious diseases expert Professor David Hayman is with us to unpack the outbreak, the evacuation, and whether this really is an unprecedented public health operation. Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network. Host: Chelsea DanielsEditor/Producer: Richard MartinProducer: Jane YeeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

organisiert von der Initiative LiegendDemo Hamburg ( @liegenddemo.hamburg ) fand am 9. Mai die jährliche LiegendDemo auf dem Rathausmmarkt in hh statt — parallel zur großen LiegendDemo in Berlin und vielen weiteren deutschen Städten, weitgehend getragen von Betroffenen der Erkrankung und ihren Angehörigen. ....:::::...::::....::::..... Die Hauptforderungen sind: Aufklärung – Versorgung – Forschung ...:::...::::...::::.... Eine Dokumentation der Veranstaltung in Hamburg (einige Redebeiträge fehlen). C.N. es gibt vielfältige Einblicke in die Lebensrealtäten von Betroffenen, auch von schwerst Erkrankten. @liegenddemo.hamburg @liegenddemo Mit großem Dank an die Initiative LiegendDemo Hamburg und meine Radiokolleg:innen Werner und Penelope. Musik in der Moderation: Xenia Ende - Baroque Feverishly (thank you, my Dear) Video von der aktuellen LiegendDemo in hh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=557ziG7-FEU LiegendDemo Berlin 2026: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ph7fFTGT4AY zur Geschichte der LiegendDemo lege ich ein Interview mit Gritt Buggenhagen im Podcast -Teepause – Unser Leben mit ME/CFS- (Folge 35) ans Herz: https://www.podcast.de/episode/702008925/035-me-hilfe-ev-liegenddemo-wie-gritt-buggenhagen-eine-bewegung-schuf-podcasthon-2026 Zitat aus dem Gespräch mit Gritt Buggenhagen: „Dann lege ich mich eben vor den Bundestag. Wer kommt mit? -- Es haben sich gleich 400 Leute gemeldet.“ Teepause – unser Leben mit ME/CFS ist sowieso ein extrem hilfreicher, informierter und berührender Podcast – von zwei Betroffenen, Molly und Chrizzo https://www.teemitmolly.de/ ME/CFS info ::: hier lassen sich Aufklärungs-Plakate downloaden und ausdrucken: https://mecfs-info.my.canva.site/#start-linkcenter Schweizerische Gesellschaft für ME/CFS (gute und informative Website mit praktischen Hilfetools, wie einer Möglichkeit den FUNCAP Fragebogen online auszufüllen und als PDF herunterzuladen): https://sgme.ch/ Fatigatio e. V. (die älteste Selbsthilfe Organisation im deutschsprachigen Raum): https://www.fatigatio.de/ Deutsche Gesellschaft für ME/CFS: https://www.mecfs.de/ Österreichische Gesellschaft für ME/CFS. https://mecfs.at/ sanktionsfrei e. V. https://sanktionsfrei.de/ Das von einer der Redner:innen, Dr. Claudia Kanitz, verfasste Buch „Long Covid, Long Story – Nicht geheilt, aber zurück“ erscheint im September. Kontakt zur Gruppe Missing Doctors and Psychotherapists: @missingdoctorspsychotherapists Aufklärungsbuch für Kinder: Anne Struve-Schmidt/Tanja Panova: „Mamas kaputter Akku - Ein Bilderbuch über ME/CFS und Fatigue“ __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Eine Audiotranskription dieser Sendung folgt demnächst.

What does it actually take to build a profitable rental property portfolio without doing all the work yourself? In this episode of the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host Alex Perny sits down with Lindsay Davis, CEO of Spartan Invest, to break down the full-service turnkey real estate model and why the Southeast, especially Alabama, continues to be one of the strongest markets for cash flow investing.Key points from this episode:• What turnkey real estate investing is and how Spartan Invest handles everything from purchase to tenant placement• The "three M's" framework for making smart renovation decisions without over- or under-improving a property• How Spartan uses a proprietary, metric-driven system to set rental rates across 2,300+ managed properties with 96%+ accuracy• Why factors like steep driveways and neighbor conditions are built into rental rate calculations• What makes Alabama one of the most landlord-friendly, low-tax investment markets in the country• How to think about rent increases, tenant retention, and the true cost of tenant turnover (~$3,300 average)• When new construction makes more sense than acquiring and renovating existing properties• The growing generational shift toward renting and what it means for long-term demand⏱️ Timestamps:00:02 — Introduction & overview of Spartan Invest01:32 — What full-service turnkey investing looks like04:09 — Educating investors on risk tolerance and realistic expectations07:11 — Smart renovation: what adds value vs. what doesn't11:42 — How Spartan sets rental rates with data-driven accuracy15:30 — Unusual factors that affect rent (driveways, neighbors, railroad tracks)18:38 — Alabama's growing appeal as an investment market21:43 — Impact of migration from high-cost states on local inventory25:14 — Post-COVID price appreciation in Spartan's submarkets27:00 — Rent increases: 2020–2023 data and how to handle renewals32:32 — Strategies for annual rent increases and tenant retention38:56 — Appliance responsibility: tenant vs. landlord norms by market44:39 — New construction vs. renovated properties: how Spartan decides48:50 — The biggest reasons investors choose new construction51:58 — Generational shift toward renting and long-term demand outlook53:50 — How to connect with Spartan InvestSubscribe to our YouTube channel and join our growing community for new videos every week.If you are interested in being a podcast guest speaker or have questions, contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast@AdvantaIRA.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Learn more about our guest, Lindaay Davis:https://spartaninvest.com/about-us/our-team/lindsay-davis/Learn more about Advanta IRA: https://www.AdvantaIRA.com/ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/advanta-irahttps://www.linkedin.com/company/Advanta-IRA/https://twitter.com/AdvantaIRA https://www.facebook.com/AdvantaIRA/ https://www.instagram.com/AdvantaIRA/#RealEstateInvesting #TurnkeyRealEstate #RentalProperty #SingleFamilyRentals #CashFlowInvesting #PassiveIncome #AlabamRealEstate #LandlordLife #PropertyManagement #SpartanInvest

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There's praise for the 'tight ship' Immigration New Zealand's running. Data released to Newstalk ZB reveals just over 65 thousand visa applications were turned down in 2025, plunging from more than 83 thousand in 2024. The rejection rate last year sat at around 6.3% – while the two years before both sat at 7.3%. Queen City Law Managing Director Marcus Beveridge told Mike Hosking Immigration New Zealand's making efficient decisions to keep the bad guys out. He says they've had computer and personnel issues in the past, but it now seems they've got things humming pretty well. There's also little surprise at the countries making up rejections – India made up almost a third of them, followed by China and Pakistan. Beveridge told Hosking India's seen similar numbers for years, as it's always been considered a high-risk country, but Fiji often sees quite a bad rejection rate as well. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Avec : Carine Galli et Frédéric Hermel, journalistes RMC. Et Baptiste des Monstiers, grand reporter. - Accompagnée de Charles Magnien et sa bande, Estelle Denis s'invite à la table des français pour traiter des sujets qui font leur quotidien. Société, conso, actualité, débats, coup de gueule, coups de cœurs… En simultané sur RMC Story.

Send us Fan MailIn episode 297 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Meg Bradyhuse, a Kauai-based photographer and business coach, as she shares her journey, which began nearly a year ago when she joined Dan Martell's elite business coaching group. Despite the challenges of being a mother of two young children, Meg emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities and taking risks in entrepreneurship. Tune in to discover how Meg's story exemplifies the power of taking bold steps in pursuit of your dreams.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:06] Post-COVID wedding industry challenges.[00:06:19] Business accountability and ownership.[00:08:34] High-end elopement photography success.[00:10:50] Earning attention through entertainment.[00:14:42] Language influences business success.QUOTES "If you're expecting to win, then use language that is expecting to win." -Meg Bradyhouse"If you can be the problem, you can also be the solution.” -Meg Bradyhouse==========================Need help launching your podcast?Schedule a Free Podcast Strategy Call TODAY!PodcastLaunchLabNow.com==========================SOCIAL MEDIA LINKSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastlaunchlab/Facebook: Facebook.com/sruskLinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sebastianrusk/YouTube: Youtube.com/@PodcastLaunchLabMeg BradyhouseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/megbradyhouse/?hl=en WEBSITEBradyhouse Studio: https://bradyhousestudios.com/ ==========================Take the quiz now! https://podcastquiz.online/==========================Need Money For Your Business? Our Friends at Closer Capital can help! Click here for more info: PodcastsSUCK.com/money==========================PAYING RENT? Earn airline miles when you use the Bilt Rewards MastercardAPPLY HERE: https://bilt.page/r/2H93-5474 

Today, I'm joined by Anthony Geisler, founder & CEO of Sequel Brands.   A multi-brand fitness and wellness platform, Sequel Brands' portfolio of concepts span Pilates, stretching, EMS, and longevity.    In this episode, we discuss building futureproof franchises.   We also cover:   Sequel's five-brand platform  Scaling longevity-focused experiences Consumer behavior shifts across modalities  Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast  Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe  Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider    Website: www.sequelbrands.com Explore all five brand concepts on the site.   -   The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart fitness ecosystem for fitness and health facilities.   Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/  Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/  Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/    Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:34) Five-brand platform overview (02:25) Pilates Addiction (02:55) iFlex stretching and recovery (03:13) beem infrared sauna (03:20) BODY20 EMS technology (04:23) Ultimate Longevity Center launch (05:47) 100% ownership structure (07:15) Portfolio selection strategy (08:30) Sauna research (09:05) Democratizing longevity access (10:25) Gary Brecka partnership (11:35) Modality evolution over time (12:20) Post-COVID consumer shifts (13:15) Cycling's global decline (14:15) Equipment and offering evolution (15:23) Franchise playbook constants (16:19) ChatGPT and AI impacts (17:38) Value equation fundamentals (19:15) Cross-portfolio membership challenges (21:27) Finite inventory dynamics (22:34) Growth without pressure (24:40) Royalty business mindset (25:25) Discovery Day process (27:20) Franchisee selection rigor (27:45) Xponential story context (29:45) Public market challenges (31:10) COVID and Delta variant timing (32:07) Why keep building (33:28) Franchise life realities (35:14) Future acquisition appetite (36:11) Where to learn more (36:29) Conclusion

In this episode, we explore what clinicians are seeing across age groups in the aftermath of COVID-19 and how prolonged disruption has reshaped mental health, especially for youth. From developmental delays to increased anxiety and social challenges, we unpack the real-world clinical patterns emerging in practice. We also dive into practical, actionable strategies social workers can use to support reintegration, strengthen resilience, and meet clients where they are today. Finally, we highlight key themes from an upcoming professional conference, From Disruption to Integration and why these conversations are critical for the future of the field.Conference Information Click Here. (Use discount code SWR10 at checkout)____________________________________⁠Tap Here to Subscribe⁠ to the Social Workers, Rise! Email Resource List⁠Tap Here⁠ to shop career courses for Social Workers.____________________________________Thank you to our SPONSORSHPSO Professional liability insurance designed for healthcare providersRISE Directory for Clinical Supervision

Send us Fan MailHey beautiful butterfly!Welcome to yet another episode of IADGAFIn today's episode we're talking about dating as well as: What even is a wombCan men's breast produce milk? Freeing the nipple Pre Covid dating vs Post Covid dating The dating app dopamine boost from people shopping Challant ass men (and how I get the ick from them) Absolute “NOs” for dating profiles A guide on what not to have on your profile Why don't people ask questions back? I like a man who actually doesn't exist Daddy wounds x dating Dating with a disorganized attachment style My 5 week pleasure program 20 questions to ask people on dating apps cause wtf Wanna learn more?Embark in 5 weeks of pleasure with The Ethereal Pleasure Oasis? CLICK HERE: https://www.loveatiya.com/theetherealpleasureoasis Want exclusive content & access to bonus clips? CLICK HERE: https://www.patreon.com/TheLoveAtiyaExperience Pleasure Education Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatiya/Pleasure Education TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iloveatiya?YouTube: iloveatiya https://www.youtube.com/@iloveatiya/videos Support the show

Join FreightWaves' John Kingston for an exclusive fireside chat with David Owen, President of the National Association of Small Trucking Companies (NASTC). In this engaging session, Owen pulls back the curtain on the state of the long-haul trucking industry, sharing exactly how the most resilient small carriers are surviving—and thriving—in a volatile economy. Keep up with Live FreightWaves Events Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join FreightWaves' John Kingston for an exclusive fireside chat with David Owen, President of the National Association of Small Trucking Companies (NASTC). In this engaging session, Owen pulls back the curtain on the state of the long-haul trucking industry, sharing exactly how the most resilient small carriers are surviving—and thriving—in a volatile economy. Keep up with Live FreightWaves Events Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marvel Studios plans to return to Hall H this year, the Clayface trailer delivers a sculpted first look at that film, and there's steady heat at the box office. All of that and more coming up right after this.Welcome to Multiverse News, your source for information about all your favorite fictional universes.Five Star Review from Simon Poelzer on Overcast: Currently the service Overcast I use doesn't have a review system but I still wanted to show my appreciation with a direct email 5 star review.Personally I think the new Harry Potter series is unnecessary like seeing new people in your old house, but it looks good and well made so I will probably watch by pirating because I refuse to give a cent towards JK RowlingGo Jays goHaha I just got an American to cheer for the Blue JaysMarvel Studios Will ReturnPerhaps hope will spring eternal after all with the announcement that Marvel Studios will be back in Hall H this year at San Diego Comic-Con. There's a lot on the line this year with Avengers: Doomsday, so the franchise giant must see the sense in returning to their iconic presentation time and space. Post-COVID, Comic-Con has seen success wax and wane in these presentations, but is it do or die time for the MCU?Skin-Deep VillainyDC Studios delivered a teaser trailer for Clayface, premiering this fall on October 23. The haunting trailer shows the titular character and flashes of violence happening to and around him. We're also getting the whole Harvey Dent family in The Batman II with legendary actor Charles Dance in talks to play Harvey's father. Dance is known for his role as Tywin Lannister on Game of Thrones and joins a powerful family with Sebastian Stan and Scarlett Johansson already slated to play Harvey and Gilda Dent, respectively. Things are feeling spooky in the best way, right?Space-Crazy Box OfficeSpace is dominating the space at the box office, with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie crossing the $740 million mark recently and Project Hail Mary bringing in more than half a billion dollars. Though perhaps not well-known in the states, Super Mario just blew by China's race car film Pegasus 3, which has garnered more than $600 million. Lee Cronin's The Mummy opened last weekend to a $34 million global start as well with a different trajectory than space and keeping the horror box office strong. It appears that the movie theater is back…?Coming up in the Lightning Round: David Harbour joins Rambo prequel, The Elden Ring movie is a go, another, yes ANOTHER, Texas Chainsaw Massacre property, and Rings of Power Season 3 coming soon. Don't go anywhere!Patreon Plug - Patron of the Week: Mt.KillaManjaroSpotify PollWho won CinemaCon this year?Disney - 71.4%Warner Bros. - 21.4%Sony - 4.8%Paramount - 0%Universal - 2.4%Amazon MGM - 0%Lightning RoundDavid Harbour has joined the cast of Rambo prequel John Rambo, Lionsgate and Millennium Media's action feature being directed by Jalmari Helander.A24 has entered production on Alex Garland's film adaptation of the video game Elden Ring, which now has a release date of March 3, 2028. Several cast members have also been announced including Cailee Spaeny, Jonathan Pryce, Nick Offerman, and Peter Serafinowicz, among others.Kathryn Newton is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Avengers: Doomsday after starring in 2023's Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. She announced her return to the franchise on Instagram last week.A24 is in talks with Obsession filmmaker Curry Baker to write and direct a Texas Chainsaw Massacre film, which will exist separately from the planned TV series from Glen Powell.AppleTV has released the first teaser trailer for season 3 of Silo and set a release date. The 10-episode season will premiere with the first episode on July 3, followed by one new episode every Friday through September 4.The Multiverse News lore runs deep today: Ketchup Entertainment has released the first trailer for Dave Green's Coyote vs. Acme.

Productivity's taken another hit. Stats NZ data shows a 0.9% decline in multifactor productivity in the year to March, and while labour productivity increased 0.8%, it was a result of hours dropping faster than outputs. Primary industries are doing the heavy lifting, with a 72% increase in goods and services per hour. Forsyth Barr Investment Strategist Zoe Wallis told Mike Hosking that productivity has been a long-standing issue – the current situation is about 50 years in the making, based on the data. We haven't managed to turn the slow-moving ship around, she says, which will take time and a lot of cohesive policy from successive governments. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time on record, experience-based tenants — spas, gyms, wellness studios, entertainment venues — are outpacing traditional goods retailers in leasing shopping center space, with wellness and fitness leading the charge. Joe Pine, Dave Norton, and Aransas Savas unpack what this shift actually means: it is not just a retail story, it is confirmation that the transformation economy Joe predicted more than two decades ago has arrived. The conversation traces the arc from malls to experiential anchors, examines why some brands (Red Bull) rode the wave and others (Nike) missed it, and lands on a provocation for any company still selling goods: if you want to sell products today, sell experiences. If you want to sell even more products, sell transformation. Key Takeaways The bifurcation is accelerating. Post-COVID data from high-end luxury shows goods flattening or declining in price while experiences shot upward. The Economist's October feature on high-net-worth luxury quietly re-labeled "services" as "experiences" in its TikTok follow-up — a small edit that tells the whole story. Experiential venues are the new anchors. The old mall anchor was a department store. The new anchor is an escape room cluster, a bowling alley that is really an entertainment complex, an NHL team's practice facility inside a converted suburban mall. Square footage is shifting toward places people want to spend time, not places they pass through. Goods still sell — but best through the experience. Joe's story about the original Nike Town in Chicago captures the mistake most brands still make: Nike Town had a line out the door and did not charge admission. Over time, goods crept back into the floor space that used to belong to basketball courts and events. Red Bull took the opposite path and became an experience company that sells an energy drink. The trajectories diverged for a reason. Experiences commoditize fast. SoulCycle opened a category; spin studios saturated it within a decade. The same glut is forming in spas and boutique gyms right now. The next move is specialization and bespoke combinations — and beyond that, transformation. Transformation is the durable business model. Experiences are episodic. Transformations are long-term engagements, which makes them long-term revenue. Aransas frames the shift cleanly: not just time well spent, but time well invested. Companies that move from experience provider to journey partner earn a different kind of relationship — and a different kind of margin. Social media is an experience platform. Influencers are in the experience business. Some investors will not touch a product today until the influencer strategy is nailed down. Advertising and packaging are shrinking as a share of how people discover and buy. Memorable Moments Joe's recap of his Monaco keynote at the Forbes Travel Guide Summit, where luxury goods manufacturers showed up because they are all getting into luxury experiences now The Nike Town queue that was not charging admission — and what it foreshadowed about Nike's retreat from flagship experiences Dave on the Utah Mammoth buying a suburban mall and turning most of the square footage into a place fans come to watch practice Aransas on walking out of a spa day carrying products because she had just seen, on her own face, what they actually do The throwaway that lands: "Gosh, we're smart." The Strategic Question for Every Brand If you sell goods, where is your experiential venue — physical or virtual — and what transformation are you actually offering the customer who shows up? The brands that answer this well over the next five years will be the ones occupying the square footage the department stores used to hold. Also In This Episode Aransas's Substack is now the 30th fastest-rising publication in Health and Wellness on the platform. Subscribe, Share, Comment If this conversation sparked something, share it with a colleague and leave a comment. We read them. And subscribe to the Substack for the written companion to the show. Joe is heading out on book tour for The Transformation Economy. We will be back soon.

The living legend David Icke once again appears on the Outer Limits of the Truth. Icke lays out his core thesis that human beings are fragments of an infinite consciousness trapped inside a simulated reality, which he calls the matrix. He argues the true self operates outside this simulation and is constantly trying to reconnect with the entrapped fragment, while a global cult and the non human forces it serves work to block that reunification. According to Icke, this is why the biological body functions as a sophisticated computer running psychological and perceptual programs, and why the elite push so aggressively toward AI human fusion. If artificial intelligence replaces authentic human thought, the dangerous questions (Who am I? Where did I come from? Who runs the world?) never get asked. He frames awakening not as recognizing a political conspiracy, which he considers a shallow layer, but as expanding identity beyond the matrix frequency band so one actually perceives reality from outside the cage. Icke then extends this framework into mass control mechanics and the afterlife. He argues religion, orthodox science, and left versus right politics all function identically: rigid belief systems that fracture the population into compartments so the few can rule the many. He points to COVID as a dry run that woke millions, which then triggered a strategic infiltration of alternative media by voices who redirect attention to politics, Trump, and religion while avoiding the deeper questions. On death, he describes the near death experience tunnel, the light, the elders, and the life review as part of a reincarnation trap, or Wheel of Samsara, engineered to recycle souls back into the simulation through a memory wipe and manufactured guilt. His escape route is simple but demanding: recognize the trap while still embodied, stop fearing judgment from others, and refuse to identify with any of the labels the system hands you. Key Takeaways include • Humans are fragments of infinite consciousness; the true self lives outside the simulation and is actively trying to reconnect. • The body is a biological computer running perceptual and psychological programs, not a purely natural organism in the way people assume. • AI human fusion is the endgame of the control system because merged consciousness stops asking existential questions. • Perception is a frequency. Low states (fear, hatred, depression) lock you inside the matrix band. Higher states (love, peace, expanded identity) move you beyond it. • Religion and orthodox science function as mirror prisons. Both demand rigid belief, both punish heretics, both keep the population compartmentalized. • Divide and rule requires fracturing the population into believers of competing stories. Left versus right is the current master wedge. • Trump, in Icke's view, was always a cult asset tasked with wrecking the old system and installing the AI dystopia, and the right is only now catching up to what the left already felt. • Post COVID, the alternative media was deliberately infiltrated and algorithmically elevated to keep the rabbit hole shallow, stopping inquiry at politics and Israel rather than at who controls both. • Near death experiences follow suspiciously common scripts (tunnel, light, elders, life review, guilt, return) which Icke interprets as a soul recycling mechanism, not a genuine reunion with source. • A memory wipe occurs at incarnation, which is why almost no one remembers previous lives and why the astral feels like a first time experience every single cycle. • Escape is possible: learn the mechanics of the trap while alive, stop identifying with human or religious or political labels, and when you leave the body refuse the tunnel and the elders. • Courage is the precondition for truth telling. Ridicule, bans, and condemnation are standard costs, and taking them personally is itself a program. About David Icke A former professional soccer player and sports broadcaster, David Icke is an English writer and public speaker, best known for his views on what he calls "who and what is really controlling the world." Self-described as the most controversial speaker in the world; he is the author of over 20 books and numerous DVDS. Through his lectures in over 25 countries, Icke has attracted a global following that cuts across the political spectrum. His book, "The Biggest Secret," has been described as "The Rosetta Stone for conspiracy junkies." After being told by a psychic that he was a healer who had been placed on earth for a particular purpose, Icke held a press conference to announce that he was a "Son of the Godhead." Through his writings, Icke has developed a worldview that combines new-age spiritualism with a denunciation of totalitarian trends. He believes that many prominent figures belong to the Babylonian Brotherhood, a secret group of shapeshifting reptilian humanoids that control humanity. Website Link: https://www.davidicke.com ---------------- The Road Map: Escaping the Maze of Madness Kindle Edition David Icke's 1998 book The Biggest Secret was dubbed the Rosetta Stone of conspiracy research for connecting the dots that allowed a much bigger picture to be seen. The Rosetta Stone, discovered in 1799, revealed the language codes that allowed Egyptian hieroglyphics to be understood. Now, The Road Map presents a massive extension and expansion with the benefit of a further three decades of full-time research. The depth and breadth of this book is astonishing as it reveals both the interdimensional panorama of the conspiracy for human control, and how we can break those chains to walk the road to freedom. Ever more people are looking at the Maze of Madness called 'human life' and asking the BIG questions: What is it all about? Who are we? Where are we? Why is the world as it is? BIG questions lead to BIG answers and David Icke has been asking them for much of his life and especially since his gigantic awakening after 1990. The Road Map is the latest instalment in his incredible journey to first expose the Maze and then the way out. SEO Keywords David Icke 2026 interview, Outer Limits of Inner Truth, infinite consciousness, matrix simulation, AI human fusion, reincarnation trap, near death experience, biological computer, global cult, awakening process, Wheel of Samsara

A photographic portrait of Julie Claeys When a global professional services firm decides that employee well-being deserves C-suite ownership — complete with metrics, guardrails, and consequences — it signals a major leap from perks to strategy. To that end, Frank Giampietro serves as the Americas Chief Well-Being Officer at Ernst Young (EY), leading well-being strategy across 12 countries and tens of thousands of employees. His role reflects a deliberate decision by EY to treat well-being as a business imperative — not an HR initiative, not a benefits package, and most certainly not a feel-good campaign. Post-COVID, EY identified a series of operational realities that couldn't be ignored. Client demand accelerated while teams operated in hybrid and remote environments. In many areas, workloads intensified, teams grew leaner, and leaders lost the informal visibility that once helped them detect burnout or disengagement early. At the same time, employee expectations fundamentally shifted. Flexibility, mental health support, and humane leadership became baseline expectations — not differentiators. The risks were clear: attrition, presenteeism, disengagement, and burnout threatened client delivery, institutional knowledge, and long-term growth. Frank explains how EY responded by building systems to identify overload sooner, redefining leadership expectations, and introducing measurable insight through tools like its Vitality Index — combining employee feedback with operational data to give leaders real-time visibility into how their teams are doing. He also addresses the question many organizations struggle with: what does managerial accountability actually look like. What authority does a Chief Well-Being Officer have? How are leaders expected to show up differently? And what happens when even high-performing leaders fall short or even harm their teams' well-being? For leaders who want to move beyond aspiration and embed well-being into the way work truly gets done, this episode offers a concrete, candid and compelling blueprint. The post Frank Giampietro: How EY's Chief Well-Being Officer Drives Impact appeared first on Mark C. Crowley.

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What if aging isn't just something we accept… but something we can actually influence? In this episode, I sit down with Alan Cash, CEO of Terra Biological and a leading researcher in oxaloacetate, to break down the science behind aging and what it really takes to support longevity at the cellular level. We dive into one of the most consistent strategies in longevity research—calorie restriction—and how it led to a powerful discovery around oxaloacetate and its role in metabolic health. From mitochondrial function and energy production to mental clarity and inflammation, this conversation connects the dots between cutting-edge science and real-world application. We also explore its potential in addressing chronic fatigue, long COVID, and metabolic dysfunction, and how targeting these pathways may help shift the trajectory of aging itself. If you're serious about longevity, performance, and understanding the physiology behind aging, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.   Key takeaways: Oxaloacetate Potential: Works as an anti-aging supplement by replicating benefits seen in calorie restriction, enhancing mitochondrial density, and aiding glucose uptake. Impact on Chronic Illness: Significant improvements recorded in patients with ME/CFS and long COVID, demonstrating increased cognitive function and reduced post-exertional malaise. Mechanism of Action: Oxaloacetate induces energy production by increasing ATP creation efficiency, addressing chronic fatigue's energy deficiency. Research Insights: Published studies articulate oxaloacetate's role in reducing systemic inflammation and enhancing brain function, providing hope for those with chronic diseases. Safety and Usage: Generally well-tolerated and effective in widely varied doses, subject to medical guidance, making it a versatile option in the treatment landscape.   More About Alan Cash: Alan Cash serves as founder and chief science officer (CSO) at Terra Biological LLC. Terra Biological LLC is a family business started in 2006 and headquartered in San Diego, California, USA. Researching into the molecular and genomic mechanisms of aging and the effects of calorie restriction on aging, Cash developed unique molecular methods and compounds to mimic calorie restriction and extend lifespan in laboratory animals. Alan Cash has a Master of Science in physics from the University of Oklahoma. As an entrepreneur, Cash has gained recognition and awards from the White House, INC 500 business, Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Deloitte and Touche Technology Fast 50, and Top 100 Hotfirm. Cash and colleagues recently conducted clinical trials on the effects of Oxaloacetate, a nutritional supplement, for the treatment of physical and mental fatigue in ME/CFS patients. Their published results indicate significant reduction in fatigue in ME/CFS as well as Long COVID patients following treatment.   Website:  Website Connect with me! Website Instagram Facebook YouTube

SummaryIn this episode of the Bella Italy podcast, hosts Brian and Anthony reflect on the journey of the podcast, discussing the evolution of travel in Italy post-COVID, the impact of tourism restrictions, and the importance of planning trips to avoid overcrowding. They emphasize the need for travelers to explore off-the-beaten-path locations and understand local regulations, including ZTL zones and entry fees. The conversation also touches on the changing nature of tourist attractions and the significance of seasonal travel considerations.TakeawaysThe Bella Italy podcast started as a way to share knowledge about traveling in Italy.Post-COVID travel has seen changes in tourist behavior and expectations.Tourism restrictions, such as entry fees, are becoming more common in popular destinations.Travelers should consider off-the-beaten-path locations to avoid crowds.ZTL zones in cities like Florence can lead to fines for unaware drivers.Local regulations are being implemented to manage tourism and preserve quality of life.Travel planning is essential to navigate the complexities of visiting Italy.Seasonal travel can greatly affect the experience, with shoulder seasons being ideal.Understanding local customs and regulations can enhance the travel experience.The podcast aims to provide valuable insights for travelers planning their trips to Italy.KeywordsItaly travel, Bella Italy podcast, tourism restrictions, crowd management, travel planning, off-the-beaten-path, ZTL zones, entry fees, local experiences, seasonal travel-----S05E11 Navigating the New Normal of Italian Travelhttps://italywithbella.com

Earlier this month, a meningitis outbreak in Canterbury, Kent, led to the tragic death of two young people. So far there have been 29 confirmed or suspected cases in total. It's thought that a “super-spreader” event at a nightclub is the source of the outbreak.Since then, there has been a mass rollout of vaccines for Meningitis B and preventative antibiotics. Thousands of students and contacts have been treated.Cases now appear to be slowing or stabilising, however, some questions have been raised over the speed of the response from the government. Post-Covid, fear amongst the public of the spread of infectious diseases is heightened. This meningitis outbreak has served as a test, not just of public health response and communication, but of how the public understands risk in a post-pandemic Britain. Anoosh Chakelian is joined by investigations editor, Hannah Barnes. READ: https://www.newstatesman.com/politics/health/2026/03/was-kent-prepared-for-meningitis LISTEN AD-FREE:

Dom and Chris of Sheep Farm join me for a great discussion on all things truth related. We start out talking about the aftermath of covid times and what it has done to people worldwide. We gradually make our way into other subjects like frequencies, jab fallout, genealogy of elites and more. Another conversation that needs to be had since the world has lost its marbles.Sheep Farm: https://sheepfarm.co.ukShow website:⁠https://www.chantitdownradio.com/⁠Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmTlBzFViiv58N4_K9On0UQ⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chantitdown/⁠Telegram:⁠https://t.me/chantitdown⁠Odysee: ⁠https://odysee.com/@chantitdownradio:c⁠Rumble: ⁠https://rumble.com/user/Chantitdownradio⁠Please help support the show. Subscribe, leave reviews, help algorithms find the show. Support the show if possible.Support Luemas in his new documentary series  join Patreon and get the extra show: Afterthoughts : ⁠https://www.patreon.com/Luemas⁠See Sacred Sight: https://www.sacredsight.info⁠https://www.chantitdownradio.com/store.html⁠Chant it down t-shirts: https://chant-it-down-store.creator-spring.com/listing/chant-it-down-logo

In this episode of the AACC podcast, our host Ray Chang speaks with Pastor Justin Wong about the challenges and opportunities facing Gen Z within the Asian American church. While touching on the importance of understanding generational differences, the highlight of the conversation is on the impact of COVID-19 on youth ministry, and the need for churches to adapt to the unique needs of younger generations. Justin shares insights from his research emphasizing the significance of the older generations building trust, engaging with technology, and empowering the next generation of leaders through deeper connection. He also highlights the spiritual hunger of Gen Z and the necessity for churches to create safe spaces for discussion.   Join us in our new series of conversations about the Next Generation and share it with a friend!   Linked Resources: @justinhwong Hosts: Raymond Chang Guest: Justin Wong Podcast Manager: Gracie Hulse Producer: Daniel Harris Coordinator: Amber Rhee Follow us on IG:  @aachristcollab To find out more about AACC's work, donate, or learn more visit  asianamericanchristiancollaborative.com.

Reinvention in the automotive industry is no longer optional. It is survival. In this episode, Jan Griffiths sits down with Lori Lancaster, Vice Chair of Emotiv Mobility, to break down what reinvention really looks like when you are living it, not talking about it from a distance. The old playbook is cracking, and incremental improvement will not get us where we need to go. Yet many leaders are still holding on, waiting for direction instead of stepping up to create it.Lori did not wait. She made the decision to step back from the EV hype, resist the pressure to go all in, and focus instead on the real constraint holding the industry back. Infrastructure. That shift required courage. It meant challenging conventional thinking and refusing to follow the herd. Instead of chasing what everyone else was doing, she looked at where the real opportunity was and made a strategic move to meet it.That decision led to a bold reinvention of the business. By taking core automotive manufacturing capabilities such as process discipline, scale, and precision, Lori and her team expanded into energy and transformer production while exploring emerging mobility spaces like eVTOL. This was not diversification for the sake of it. It was a deliberate move to stabilize the business, reduce reliance on automotive cycles, and position the company for what comes next.But reinvention is not just about strategy. It is about leadership. Lori grounds her approach in servant leadership, accountability, and clarity of purpose. She makes it clear that transformation only works when people understand the why, when they are engaged in the journey, and when leaders create an environment of trust. Without that foundation, even the best strategy will fail.The message is simple and direct. If you are waiting for certainty, you are already behind. If you are waiting for direction, you have missed the point. Reinvention belongs to leaders who are willing to see what is coming, make the hard calls, and move forward without a safety net.Themes Discussed in this EpisodeReinvention as a survival strategyWhy incremental improvement is no longer enoughBreaking free from OEM dependency and legacy thinkingThe real barrier to EV adoption: infrastructure, not vehiclesDiversification beyond automotive to stabilize volatilityTranslating automotive manufacturing discipline into new industriesLeadership courage in high-risk, uncertain decisionsServant leadership vs command-and-control in transformationAccountability through clarity of purpose and shared visionCulture as the foundation for successful reinvention

India is drinking more — and spending more when it does. Between 2020 and 2025, alcohol consumption nearly doubled. Post-Covid, drinkers didn't just drink more; they upgraded. Four bottles where there used to be one. Home bars where there used to be none. Global brands that once ignored India are now flooding distributors with enquiry emails. But the opportunity comes wrapped in one of the most complicated regulatory systems in the world — 69 permits for a single brand in some states, margins so thin most retailers stock only five or six labels. India is still a teenager. The hangover hasn't hit yet.Tune in.Want to work with The Ken? Apply here!

Für die meisten ist die Pandemie vorbei – für Hunderttausende in Deutschland ist sie es nicht. 600.000 Menschen leiden am wenig erforschten Krankheitsbild ME/CFS. Dr. Mai Thi Nguyen-Kim spricht in dieser Audiofassung von MAITHINK X – Die Show gemeinsam mit Betroffenen und Expertin über die Blackbox Long Covid und ME/CFS. Was bedeutet die Diagnose für Betroffene? Wie viel wissen wir über Ursachen und Therapieansätze – und was müssen wir noch dringend lernen? Expertin in dieser Folge: Prof. Dr. Scheibenbogen https://www.charite.de/service/person/person/address_detail/prof_dr_med_carmen_scheibenbogen_1_1 Stellvertretende Leiterin des Institut für Medizinische Immunologie an der Charité. Für mehr Informationen rund um das Thema: Hier gehts zur TV-Sendung -> https://kurz.zdf.de/gXTo/ Und hier zum Xperts-Talk mit Prof. Dr. Carmen Scheibenbogen und Dr. Natalie Grams als Video -> https://kurz.zdf.de/YKq/ oder als Audiofassung überall, wo es Podcasts gibt. Weitere Folgen MAITHINK X: maithinkx.de/alle-folgen Quellen: Appleman et al. (2024), Nat Commun https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-023-44432-3 BMFTR (13.11.2025) https://www.bmftr.bund.de/SharedDocs/Kurzmeldungen/DE/2025/11/nationale-dekade-postinfektiöse-erkrankungen.html BMG (2024) https://www.bmg-longcovid.de/infobox/wissenswertes-fuer-erkrankte-und-interessierte Chang et al. (2023), J Transl Med https://doi.org/10.1186/s12967-023-04636-z Charlton et al. (2025), MedrXiv https://doi.org/10.1101/2025.05.02.25326885 Charlton et al. (2025), Trends Endcrinol Metab https://10.1016/j.tem.2024.11.008 Cleveland Clinic (19.06.2023) https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/25111-long-covid Daniell et al. (2025), ME/CFS Research Foundation https://mecfs-research.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/The-rising-cost-of-Long-COVID-and-MECFS-in-Germany.pdf Eckey et al. (2025), PNAS https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2426874122open_in_new Habermann-Horstmeier & Horstmeier (2024), Prävention und Gesundheitsförderung https://doi.org/10.1007/s11553-023-01070-3 Haunhorst et al. (2024), Infection https://doi.org/10.1007/s15010-024-02386-8 Hosseini & Askari (2023), Eur J Med Res https://doi.org/10.1186/s40001-023-00992-0 ​​Jonsjö et al. (2020), Psychoneuroendocrinology https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psyneuen.2019.104578 Kassenärztliche Bundesvereinigung (2025) https://www.kbv.de/documents/praxis/tools-und-services/qz/long-covid/qualitaetszirkel-long-covid.pdf Komaroff & Dantzer (2025), Cell Rep Med https://doi.org/10.1016/j.xcrm.2025.102259 Maes et al. (2013), Expert Opin Med Diagn https://doi.org/10.1517/17530059.2013.776039 Morita et al. (2024), PLOS ONE https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0315385 Nielson et al. (2001), Pain https://doi.org/10.1016/S0304-3959(00)00351-1 Nunes et al. (2026), Cell Death Dis https://doi.org/10.1038/s41419-025-08162-2 O'Regan et al. (2024), NPJ Vaccines https://www.nature.com/articles/s41541-024-00844-w Paul-Ehrlich-Institut (2023), Bulletin zur Arzneimittelsicherheit https://www.pei.de/SharedDocs/Downloads/DE/newsroom/bulletin-arzneimittelsicherheit/2023/2-2023.pdf Peter et al. (2025), PLOS Medicine https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.1004511 Picard et al. (2012), Am J Physiol Cell Physiol https://doi.org/10.1152/ajpcell.00368.2011 Renz-Polster et al. (2022), Pädiatrie https://doi.org/10.1007/s15014-022-4043-z Thomas et al. (2022), Front Neuroendocrinol https://doi.org/10.1016/j.yfrne.2022.100995 Scheibenbogen & Wirth (2025), J Cachexia Sarcopenia Muscle https://doi.org/10.1002/jcsm.13669Digital Object Identifier (DOI) Sotzny et al. (2018), Autoimmun Rev https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autrev.2018.01.009 Syed et al. (2025), Physiology https://doi.org/10.1152/physiol.00056.2024 Vernon et al. (2025), J Gen Intern Med https://doi.org/10.1007/s11606-024-09290-9 WHO (26.02.2025) https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/post-covid-19-condition-(long-covid)

Music Not Diving touched down in Bengaluru, aka Bangalore, for the opening night of DJ El Sid's Ends & Means party, and also to record podcasts at the Bangalore International Centre with two of the most important people in the contemporary techno scene in India. This is part II...Sanil Sudan, aka FILM, is one of the best electronic producers to come out of India. Based in New Delhi, he has been involved in all aspects of the scene over the past decade and more: DJing, promoting parties, running one of India's first booking agencies (UnMute), as well as making beats as FILM and other aliases including the techno-focused Tyrell Dub Corp. 'We discuss his production process, differing approaches to studio techniques including classic synths and sampling, hidden resources to be found on Youtube, the challenges facing Indian producers, the development of a distinctive Indian sound, as well as his time spent in Berlin as part of the Border Movement Residency (BMR) program. This is a great conversation with a big talent operating in a difficult environment. Get involved! Check out El Sid mixes on Soundcloud. --Listen to the Not A Diving Club radio show: https://soundcloud.com/swufm/scuba-not-a-diving-club-14You can now discuss the show on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/MusicNotDiving/If you're into what we're doing here on the pod then you can support the show on Patreon! There are two tiers - "Solidarity" for $4 a month, which features the show without ads, regular bonus podcasts, and extra content. And "Musicality" which for a mere $10 a month gets you all the music we release on Hotflush and affiliate labels AND other music too, some of which never comes out anywhere else.You can also make a one-off donation to the podcast using a card, with Paypal, or your Ethereum wallet! Head over to scubaofficial.io/support.Plus there's also a private area for Patreon supporters in the Hotflush Discord Server... but anyone can join the conversation in the public channels.Listen to the music discussed on the show via the Music Not Diving Podcast Spotify playlist00:00 Intro03:10 FILM06:11 From pro-gamer to promoter 08:30 The "No more parties in Delhi" experiment 11:45 Learning Music Theory mid-Career 15:45 AI Slop and the value of human emotion 17:54 The cultural necessity of sampling 22:00 Studio talk27:00 The Berlin border movement residency 32:30 Post-COVID clubbing & Spotify fatigue 37:30 The corporatisation of Boiler Room41:45 Forging an authentic Indian sound 49:10 The global hustle for Indian DJs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The McCullough Report with Dr. Peter McCullough – Dr. Peter McCullough and Dr. Michael Gaeta discuss new evidence linking lingering spike protein to long COVID, myocarditis, and autoimmune issues. They outline the Base Spike Detoxification Protocol and integrative therapies designed to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and support recovery after infection or mRNA vaccination...

The McCullough Report with Dr. Peter McCullough – Dr. Peter McCullough and Dr. Michael Gaeta discuss new evidence linking lingering spike protein to long COVID, myocarditis, and autoimmune issues. They outline the Base Spike Detoxification Protocol and integrative therapies designed to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and support recovery after infection or mRNA vaccination...

Texas-based rock singer-songwriter Mark Winters is many things; a witty poet, passionate musician, entrepreneur, optimist, family man, and a bonafide rocket scientist. He first picked up a guitar to play a song for his wife on their anniversary. That's when he discovered the joy of connecting with people through music. Mark combines music, poetry, a science background, and love for his community to form his signature sound, “rock with a positive vibe.”His musical roots are in rock, blues rock, and pop, and John Mayer, Tom Petty, and Jason Mraz are significant influences. “My music starts from a place of poetry and creative inspiration, and I use my ‘rocket-scientist brain' to find structures that help me explore that initial burst of inspiration and feeling – like writing haikus, my favorite! My grandmother taught me to express myself through poetry and I'm thankful to her for setting me on this creative and expressive path.”Mark has a degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering, and his math and science background guides his musical explorations. He likes taking complex things such as emotions and expressing them in a way that's easy to understand. Balancing his right-brained creativity with his analytical left-brain is part of a life-long journey; music is one more place where he can explore this balance. Mark Winters Vroom Vroom Veer Show Summary Jeffery and Mark discussed Mark's music career and upcoming tours. Mark shared details about his "Good Vibes Highway Tour" in the spring and a fall tour, as well as plans to release new music in March and May. He expressed his passion for both music and his previous career as an aerospace engineer, describing how music has become a fulfilling passion project for him. Mark's Diverse Interests and Career Mark shared his diverse background, including his studies as an aerospace engineer and his passion for poetry, which he pursued as a personal hobby with his grandmother. He discussed his work in the aerospace industry, including his experience with simulation design and training for projects like the Apache and F-16 aircraft. Mark also mentioned his appreciation for music and how it played a significant role in his life, regardless of the activity he was engaged in. Mark's Guitar Learning Journey Mark shared his personal story of taking up guitar playing in 2011 as a New Year's resolution to play a song for his wife's anniversary. He approached Steve at Smack Guitars, who agreed to teach him both playing and singing, despite Mark's complete lack of musical experience. Mark chose to learn "What You Give" by Tesla, a song that resonated with him about giving rather than receiving, though he acknowledged it was challenging both to play and sing. Music's Power to Connect Mark shared his experience of learning to play guitar and performing a song for his wife at a restaurant, which led to a profound emotional connection and realization of music's power to create meaningful experiences. He described how he initially struggled with remembering chords and lyrics simultaneously but found a creative solution by hiding them inside an anniversary card. The story concluded with Mark reflecting on how this experience in 2011 changed his perspective on music as a powerful means of connection, prompting him to continue learning guitar. Forming the Band Agave Report Mark shared his experience of forming a band called Agave Report with Manish, a talented musician he met who played guitar and sang beautifully. They recruited a drummer and bass player to form a garage band, with Mark initially taking on the role of lead guitarist and backing vocalist. The band played eclectic covers including songs by The Doors, Eagles, and modern artists like Neon Trees, performing their first show in 2014 or 2015. Mark's Musical Journey and Adaptation Mark shared his musical journey, starting with a band where he struggled to sing certain songs due to personal reasons, leading him to write his own music in 2018. He released his first album in 2019 and faced challenges during a tour when COVID-19 hit, but adapted by performing online. Post-COVID, he focused on acoustic music and connected with other singer-songwriters, eventually growing his audience and performing at venues like the House of Blues Bronze Peacock Room in Houston. Mark emphasized the importance of connecting with his audience and the positive impact his music has had on people's lives. Music Industry Challenges and Opportunities Mark discussed his experiences as a musician, particularly in Houston and Las Vegas, noting the challenges small to mid-sized venues face due to economic viability issues post-COVID. He highlighted the need for musicians to be versatile and self-sufficient, mentioning the importance of community engagement and the DIY approach in the current music industry. Connections Mark Winters Music

On today's episode of the Play It Brave podcast, I'm talking about something many people in the wedding industry are quietly feeling but not always naming out loud. Photographers who used to book 15–20 weddings a year are sitting at just a handful. Retreats are being canceled. Educators who used to sell out instantly are extending deadlines. And behind the scenes, my DMs are filled with the same question: "Is it just me?" So today we're talking about it honestly. I invited my friend Alicia Daw — an experienced luxury wedding photographer who has spent decades in this industry — to join me for a grounded conversation about what's actually happening and how we can respond to it thoughtfully instead of panicking. I don't believe this is just a slow year. I think the industry is going through a correction — post-COVID demand leveling out, economic uncertainty, new buyer behavior, and major technological shifts like AI. The industry isn't ending, but it is changing. And the more clearly we see those changes, the better we can adapt. Key Takeaways This is likely a market correction, not just a slow season. Post-COVID demand, economic uncertainty, and industry saturation are all contributing to the shift. Buyer behavior has changed. Couples compare far more options, hesitate longer, and often communicate less clearly than past clients. Trust matters more than ever. Showing full galleries, simplifying pricing, and clearly communicating your process helps reduce buyer uncertainty. Generic brands struggle in a comparison-heavy market. Clear positioning and personality help you stand out among hundreds of similar photographers. The middle market feels the most pressure. Budget vendors will book, luxury vendors will continue booking, but the mid-range is often the most saturated. Pricing can be both aspirational and strategic. Holding premium dates for high-end bookings while remaining flexible with short-notice opportunities can create stability. Relationships still convert best. Planner relationships, venue partnerships, and referrals often outperform social media algorithms. Multiple revenue streams reduce stress. Diversifying income can provide stability when inquiries fluctuate. After more than 20 years in this industry, Alicia and I have both learned that the wedding world moves in cycles. The key isn't ignoring change, it's responding to it. That means strengthening your positioning, building trust with your clients, nurturing real relationships in the industry, and being willing to adjust your strategy as the market evolves. Challenges like this don't mean the industry is over. They simply mean we're being invited to grow, refine, and approach our businesses with more intention than ever. If you want deeper support in navigating this shift, Alicia shares about her Strategy Retreat in this episode, where she helps wedding professionals align their business strategy with the life they actually want to build. And as always, thank you for being here and for continuing to play it brave in your work and your business. Meet Alicia Alicia Daw is an international, luxury wedding photographer who has spent nearly three decades of her life globetrotting to 45 countries - and counting - while developing an effortless style for capturing exquisite and emotionally charged weddings and events. Featured in prestigious publications like Grace Ormonde, Style Me Pretty, Wezoree, Carats & Cake, and Wedding Chicks, Alicia knows how to attract chic, jet-setting couples and deliver a luxury experience again and again. Within 13 months of starting her photography business, Alicia went from making $10,000 a year as a missionary to over $100,000, consistently booking 5 figure weddings. Less weddings = more money = more life. She is an expert at helping other wedding and portrait industry professionals grow their businesses into something they're proud of by making sense of all the nitty-gritty details so they can pursue life outside of business. She is passionate about finding joy and adventure in the everyday, ordinary moments in her life with the people she loves most. Connect with Alicia Alicia's WebsiteAlicia's InstagramThe Strategy Retreat Click here for more ways to listen to this episode.

In today's entrepreneurial world, there is no shortage of conferences, summits, masterminds, and learning forums. But here's the real question: How do you know which ones are actually worth your time, energy, and money? In this episode, Shannon sits down with Dora Rankin to talk about discernment in business spaces - especially in a post-COVID world where the coaching and event industry has exploded with noise, hype, and inflated promises. They dive into: Why entrepreneurs are more discerning than ever The rise of "smoke and mirrors" marketing How to vet event hosts and speakers properly What to look for beyond viral posts and flashy branding Why collaboration over competition is the future How to choose rooms that stretch you without compromising your values The importance of structured sales systems alongside marketing If you've ever invested in a room that felt fluffy, performative, or misaligned — this episode will help you make smarter decisions moving forward. Key Takeaways Not all entrepreneurial events are built on substance — discernment matters. Post-COVID attendees expect measurable ROI, not hype. Viral marketing does not equal proven expertise. Testimonials, references, and tangible results matter more than aesthetics. Alignment with leadership style and values is critical. Growth rooms should challenge you — not manipulate you. Collaboration expands credibility and industry standards. Structured sales systems are as important as marketing strategies. About Dora: Dora Rankin is a powerhouse business coach, sales strategist, and author of USA Today bestselling book, The Heart Sell, dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs to scale their businesses and unlock their highest earning potential. Host of The Heart Sell Signature Summit, Camp Heart Sell Club & Retreats as well as mentor for entrepreneurial organizations like NASDAQ and Tory Burch, Dora is intentional about rolling up her sleeves to build roadmaps to revenue through relationship building strategies. Whether you're a startup or scaling past a million, her Heart Sell methodology produces purpose driven successful businesses for women.    Join Dora at the Heart Sell Summit: https://dorarankin.com/thsss2026    Learn more about Dora here: dorarankin.com    The Retreat Leaders Podcast Resources and Links: Learn to Host Retreats Join our private Facebook Group Top 5 Marketing Tools Free Guide Get your legal docs for retreats Join Shannon in Denver at the Retreat Industry Forum  Join our LinkedIn Group Apply to be a guest on our show Thanks for tuning into the Retreat Leaders Podcast. Remember to subscribe for more insightful episodes, and visit our website for additional resources. Let's create a vibrant retreat community together!   Subscribe:  Apple Podcast | Google Podcast | Spotify ---------- TIMESTAMPS Setting the Scene & Topic Introduction (00:01:07) Hosts discuss their locations, previous meeting, and introduce the main topic: discernment in entrepreneurial events. Explosion of Coaching & Retreat Industry (00:02:24) Dora shares her perspective on the noisy, crowded event space and the need for discernment. Proving Value & ROI in Events (00:03:29) Discussion on the necessity for event leaders to show real credentials and tangible results. Industry Growth Post-COVID (00:04:20) Shannon explains how COVID-19 led to a surge in new entrepreneurs and coaches, increasing competition and skepticism. Smoke and Mirrors in the Industry (00:05:37) Concerns about inexperienced leaders making big promises without real experience or results. Attendee Disillusionment & Need for Proof (00:05:55) Dora shares that many clients come after spending heavily on ineffective programs, seeking real, proven guidance. Facade of Success & Authenticity (00:07:21) Hosts discuss the disconnect between online personas and actual business success among some industry leaders. Discernment Tips: Testimonials & References (00:08:26) Advice for attendees to ask for proof, testimonials, and references before trusting event leaders. Collaboration Over Competition (00:09:26) Shannon and Dora emphasize the importance of collaboration in the industry, not competition. Risks of Inexperienced Leaders (00:10:39) Discussion on the dangers of unqualified leaders hosting events, leading to negative attendee experiences. Impact of Lived Experience (00:12:25) Dora highlights the importance of real, lived experience in providing valuable learning environments. Discernment Checklist for Attendees (00:14:02) Shannon outlines what attendees should look for: experience, testimonials, references, and alignment. Personality & Teaching Style Alignment (00:15:32) Advice to ensure the leader's style and values align with the attendee's needs, while being open to healthy challenge. Accessibility vs. Vanity Metrics (00:16:54) Dora warns against choosing events based on fame; stresses the importance of leader accessibility. Entertainment vs. Actionable Value (00:17:43) Distinguishing between motivational/entertainment events and those offering actionable business strategies. Integrity in Event Fit & Leader Recommendations (00:19:10) Shannon and Dora discuss the importance of leaders being honest about event fit and referring attendees elsewhere if needed. Sales Cycle & Long-Term Relationships (00:21:42) Dora explains the value of long-term relationships over single ticket sales in the retreat industry. Dora's Heart Sell Summit Overview (00:22:37) Dora introduces her upcoming Cleveland summit, focused on practical sales training for women entrepreneurs. Shannon's Testimonial for Dora's Methods (00:24:23) Shannon shares her personal success using Dora's sales techniques, endorsing the summit. Sales vs. Marketing: Key Differences (00:25:55) Dora explains the difference between sales and marketing, and the need for both in business growth. Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts (00:28:05) Closing remarks, gratitude, and encouragement to connect further with resources and future events.

Today, I'm joined by the innovative Dr. Cynthia Keller, a pediatrician whose passion for integrative and functional medicine has reshaped how we understand post-COVID health challenges. Dr. Keller opens up about her journey from conventional medicine to designing unique solutions for children and families, revealing how her care, presence, and determination to "solve the unsolvable" led to breakthroughs in treating mood changes, weight gain, and energy loss after COVID. Special Offer: If you go to  alchemicmedicinals.com and use code NatRocks at checkout, you'll get a whopping 50% off of the Tryptophan Re-Genesis™ Powder while supplies last! (Capsules not included). Episode Timestamps: Introduction and host's mission ... 00:00:00 From standard care to integrative pediatrics ... 00:05:05 Patterns in pediatric development and disease ... 00:09:19 Gut health, emotional factors, and parenting ... 00:10:44 Clinic model and multidisciplinary care ... 00:15:04 Post-COVID nutrient depletion: clinical discoveries ... 00:18:03 Key depleted cofactors and rapid recovery ... 00:19:31 COVID's ongoing impact on gut and microbiome ... 00:24:39 Grassroots collaboration and evolving strategies ... 00:26:28 Clinical patterns: mood, weight, thirst ... 00:36:02 Family-wide interventions and quick results ... 00:46:24 Symptoms-based approach, minimal testing ... 00:52:07 Supplementation protocol and cautions ... 00:57:14 Product development and access ... 01:08:22 Infant microbiome and generational shifts ... 01:10:28 Pediatricians: importance of listening and presence ... 01:20:09 Love and connection in clinical care ... 01:21:01 Modern dysregulation: loss of boredom ... 01:22:28   Our Amazing Sponsors: Ozlo - use smart sound engineering and sleep detection to help you stay in deeper, more stable sleep all night. Create your ideal sleep environment anywhere: go to ozlosleep.com/nat and use code NAT to get $75 off.   Youth Daily by Young Goose — An all-in-one moisturizer powered by NAD+ nano precursors to boost elasticity, smooth wrinkles, and keep your skin looking fresh, dewy, and full of life; grab yours at younggoose.com and use code Nat10 for first orders or this link and code 5NAT for returning customers.   Mitopure Longevity Gummies by Timeline — Clinically backed Urolithin A supports mitochondrial health to boost energy, recovery, and healthy aging, all in an easy daily gummy instead of another pill; go to timeline.com/nat20 for 20% off Mitopure Gummies.   Nat's Links:  YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Dr. Bill Lawrence Episode

Your Childhood Wrote Your Leadership Code (Now Rewrite It)   In this episode of Richer Soul, Rocky Lalvani sits down with psychologist and leadership expert Nik Kinley for a conversation that connects the dots between childhood programming, leadership behavior, money mindset, and performance under pressure. Nik shares research showing leaders spend about 72% of their day running on "automatic," which helps explain why even smart, trained executives can repeat the same patterns, especially when uncertainty is high and time is short. You'll hear why Nik believes we've shifted into an era of "structural uncertainty," how the "power trap" affects empathy and truth-telling, and a simple tool you can use immediately: communicating in probabilities (like "I'm 60% sure") to invite candor and surface risk earlier. If you care about leading with clarity, improving decision-making, and understanding the invisible forces shaping your relationship with money and authority, this episode delivers.   Learning insights The "72% Autopilot" reality: Leaders report spending roughly 72% of their day operating automatically relying on instincts more than deliberate thought.  Why learning doesn't translate into behavior: Under workplace speed/pressure, the thoughtful "HBR leader" image breaks down and defaults take over.  Genetics plays a bigger role than people expect: Nik cites research suggesting aspects of self-regulation/emotional expressiveness can be 60–70% genetically inherited (on average).  Your conflict style has a default setting: Many people lean toward one of three conflict stances, smooth it over, pull away/observe, or go in swinging, often shaped before school.  Uncertainty changes brains and behavior: Nik argues uncertainty increases threat sensitivity and cognitive load, making instinctive reactions more likely.  From volatility to "structural uncertainty": Post-COVID, Nik suggests uncertainty is more "baked in," compounding misalignment and creating strategic drift in organizations.  The Power Trap effect: Leadership roles can create distance (less truth reaches you) and boost ego (more overconfidence risk).  A practical tool for candor: Speaking in probabilities (e.g., "I'm 60% sure…") encourages others to voice uncertainty and risks earlier.   Why this conversation matters Most leaders think they're making conscious choices, but Nik Kinley shares research suggesting leaders spend about 72% of their day running on automatic, especially when they're moving fast and don't have time to think.  That "autopilot" is often built from childhood programming, family scripts, and even inherited temperament, which means your biggest leadership patterns can show up most strongly under pressure, exactly when it matters most.  Nik also explains why leadership has become harder in a world of structural uncertainty, and how power itself can quietly reduce empathy and distort feedback, making it easier for leaders to drift into average without realizing it.   Money learning Nik's money story is a clear example of how early experiences can hardwire financial behavior for decades. He describes growing up with "Victorian values" through his grandparents—saving, security, and risk aversion—and then moving into a phase of debt and struggle when he left home and self-funded university. That early mix created a relationship with money that wasn't just practical, but emotional: debt felt like shame, and security became a core driver. Over time, that programming showed up as a strong preference to protect the family's base first—avoiding big financial risks, and only becoming more open to investing once the mortgage was paid off and there was truly "extra" capital to work with. The conversation also highlights that attitudes toward investing are partly cultural: in some places trading is normalized, while in the UK investing can carry an undertone of "gambling," which reinforces caution even when the math might suggest otherwise.   Key takeaways This episode makes the case that leadership isn't mainly about what you know, it's about what you default to, especially under pressure. Nik shares that leaders report spending about 72% of their day on "automatic," which explains why good intentions and training often don't translate into changed behavior at work. He warns that most leaders don't flame out—they slowly drift into average through small, repeated missteps that are hard to notice in the moment. In today's post-COVID environment, where uncertainty may be structural rather than occasional, those automatic patterns become even more dominant, so the job is not just agility, but maintaining strategic grip and resisting drift over time. Add to that the "power trap": authority naturally creates distance (people filter the truth) and boosts ego (overconfidence), making it harder to get clean information and stay empathetic. A practical antidote Nik offers is disarmingly simple: communicate in probabilities, be clear without pretending certainty, because calibrated uncertainty can invite others to speak up, share risks, and tell you what they're really seeing.   Guest Bio Nik is a London-based psychologist, psychotherapist, leadership consultant and coach with over 35 years' experience, specialising in assessment and behaviour change. His career spans commercial roles, senior HR positions at BP and Barclays, consulting with YSC and Accenture, and a decade working as a forensic psychotherapist in prisons. He thus has the unique experience of having worked with royalty, criminals, CEOs, politicians and children. He has assessed over 1,500 senior leaders worldwide, coached CEOs and leadership teams across sectors, and led global culture-change programmes in some of the worlds largest companies. An author and media commentator, interviewed by the likes of the BBC and The Economist, he has for the last 12 years led a research programme that has resulted in nine books, the latest of which is The Power Trap (2025).   Links Website: https://nikkinley.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nikkinley Substack: https://nikkinley.substack.com   If this episode helped you spot your own "automatic" leadership patterns, please: Follow/Subscribe to Richer Soul so you don't miss the next conversation Leave a rating + review (it helps more people find the show) Share this episode with one person, a founder, leader, or teammate, who's navigating pressure and uncertainty right now   #ExecutiveLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #LeadershipPsychology #DecisionMaking #StrategicLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #OrganizationalPsychology #ChangeManagement #RiskManagement #CommunicationSkills   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

I have a confession to make. I'm exhausted. In the best possible way after a week in Orlando, Florida for the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show. I have so much to share with you today! My journey started on the Monday before the show began for a travel day, sound check and confirming the final details form the show. In addition to hosting the KBIS Podcast Studio again this year, moderating a panel on the NEXT Stage and recording conversations for the show, I wanted to help you prepare for the show next February in Las Vegas. But Josh, next February is like 11 months away. That's true, but here's a secret. Come a little closer, it's just us. KBIS is the essential American kitchen and bath show, full stop. It's about learning, seeing, connecting and putting all of the pieces together to understand how the American market is setting up for the next year and the trending ideas that have staying power for the next 5-10 years. Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. TimberTech – Real wood beauty without the upkeep You can listen to Convo By Design for the conversations with industry insiders. If I were a designer, I would. I believe that this show tells the stories that you should really know to get a feel for directionality of the industry. Specifiers are the plus of the industry and the ideas emanating from the show this year covered the technology revolution taking place from an AI perspective, but there's more. The kitchen is in the midst of a wholesale change. And it's exciting to see it happen in real time. Learning was a key theme this year. If you were not at the show this year, you are behind the curve. I don't say this to scare you, I tell you this so you make the time to get to the show next year. All three days and plan to see as much as you can. But, I wanted to share some of the key ideas from the show this year. For additional details, check the show notes. Luxury is the measurable outcome of thoughtful design—where performance, longevity, and relevance align to support the way people actually live. Luxury is the removal of friction from daily life. Luxury is durability aligned with intent. Luxury is design that continues to perform long after the purchase is forgotten. Luxury is confidence—in function, longevity, and fit. Luxury is not what you spend. It's what you never have to rethink. The Kitchen as the Primary Investment The kitchen remains the #1 homeowner investment nationwide. Homeowners are willing to exceed budget in the kitchen more than any other space. The kitchen is the most public and social room in the home. It represents identity: “I'm a cook,” “I entertain,” “I host.” Food equals memory; appliances enable those memories. The Expanding Kitchen Ecosystem Kitchens are no longer singular spaces—they expand throughout the home. Secondary kitchens (sculleries, prep kitchens, butler's pantries) are rising. Beverage centers, bars, and wine storage are increasingly common. Coffee stations and en-suite kitchenettes are viewed as lifestyle enhancements. Outdoor kitchens are now expected in many markets. Refrigeration appears in bathrooms (skincare), offices, and guest suites. Multigenerational living drives multi-kitchen design. Post-COVID entertaining shifted bar culture into the home. Value Has Replaced Price as the Primary Decision Driver Consumers rarely regret investing more in appliances. Longevity, performance, and service support define value. Sustainability increasingly aligns with durability. Human-Centric Design Is the New Standard Appliances must be intuitive without relying on manuals. UX consistency across appliances improves adoption. Technology must solve real problems—not create new friction. Appliances Are Expanding Beyond the Kitchen Refrigeration, coffee systems, and specialty appliances now appear throughout the home. Multi-kitchen and multi-generational design is driving specification complexity. Flexibility and modular integration are essential. Practical Innovation vs Feature Saturation Most consumers use only a small percentage of available features. Simplification improves usability, adoption, and satisfaction. Innovation must solve real problems—not marketing problems. Appliances as Infrastructure for Daily Life Refrigerators open dozens of times daily, making ergonomic design critical. Dishwashers, washers, and refrigeration now integrate into behavioral routines. Appliances increasingly support lifestyle efficiency, not just task completion. Quiet Luxury: The New Definition of Premium Quiet luxury shifts focus from visual dominance to experiential excellence. Appliances integrate seamlessly into architecture. Minimal visual disruption supports design continuity. Performance becomes more important than appearance. Identity & Evolution in Design Designers must periodically redefine themselves and their work to remain relevant. Personal growth and evolving priorities shape professional identity and approach. Burnout vs Ambition Burnout is not a badge of honor; it results from overextension and emotional labor. Ambition aligns energy with superpowers and opportunities, creating sustainable growth. Setting boundaries is essential to differentiate productive ambition from harmful overwork. Emotional Labor & Client Management Design work involves managing client emotions, expectations, and second-guessing. Designers act as liaisons between clients, contractors, and teams, absorbing invisible pressures. Managing scope creep and change orders is a practical strategy to protect both energy and profitability. Social Media & Comparison Culture Social media can amplify unrealistic expectations and unhealthy competition. Designers often feel compelled to accommodate clients' desires, sometimes overextending themselves to maintain a positive perception. These core themes coming out of the show this year tell a story that cannot be ignored. The thought process is changing. More human-centric at a time when technology seems to be taking over. Interesting times. Shifting away from that, I want to share two conversations from the show. Brandon Kirschner | Azzuro Living – Control the Process, Control the Outcome: Inside Azzurro Living's Design Advantage Brandon Kirshner of Azzurro Living explains how factory ownership, material innovation, and hands-on experimentation are redefining luxury outdoor furniture—and why relationships and resilience matter more than ever. Recorded live at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Orlando, this conversation with Brandon Kirshner, Partner and VP of Design at Azzurro Living, explores what it means to design, manufacture, and deliver luxury outdoor furniture with complete control over the process. Kirshner shares how owning and operating their own production facility provides a rare advantage in a crowded marketplace. This vertical integration allows Azzurro Living to oversee every step—from raw material sourcing to fabrication—ensuring performance, durability, and design integrity in extreme climates. The conversation also explores the realities of modern product manufacturing: navigating global instability, breaking through to specifiers in an oversaturated marketplace, and the renewed importance of in-person relationships. At its core, this is a story about design leadership, material obsession, and maintaining optimism in a rapidly shifting industry. Vertical Integration Changes Everything Full ownership of production facility ensures quality control Ability to experiment directly with materials and fabrication Eliminates reliance on third-party manufacturing limitations Material Innovation Drives Luxury Performance Products engineered for extreme heat and harsh winters Hands-on experimentation with rope, wicker, and aluminum Performance and longevity are core to brand value Design as the Core Differentiator Industrial design roots shape product philosophy Focus on original forms rather than “me-too” furniture Design enhances lifestyle, not just aesthetics Relationships Still Drive Specification Trade shows like High Point Market remain essential Face-to-face interaction builds trust and long-term partnerships Education through sales teams and specifier outreach is critical Resilience and Optimism in a Volatile Industry Navigating tariffs, supply chains, and global uncertainty Maintaining a solution-oriented mindset Viewing disruption as part of long-term growth In luxury outdoor furniture, control isn't just an operational advantage—it's a creative one. For Brandon Kirshner, Partner and VP of Design at Azzurro Living, ownership of the manufacturing process is the foundation of everything the company does. Unlike many competitors who rely on outsourced production, Azzurro Living operates its own factory, giving Kirshner and his team direct oversight of every detail, from raw materials to finished form. This control allows for something rare in today's manufacturing environment: true experimentation. Working directly with fabricators, Kirshner explores new weaving techniques, tests material durability, and refines structural details. The result is furniture engineered not just to look refined, but to perform in punishing environments—from desert heat exceeding 115 degrees to unpredictable seasonal extremes. Kirshner's path into furniture design began with industrial design studies, where exposure to iconic modernist designers revealed furniture as both functional object and artistic expression. That perspective continues to shape his work today, where innovation isn't driven by trend cycles, but by material curiosity and structural integrity. Launching Azzurro Living in 2020 presented immediate challenges, from supply chain disruption to economic uncertainty. Yet Kirshner views volatility as inevitable rather than exceptional. Experience has taught him that adaptability—not stability—is the constant in product manufacturing. Equally important is maintaining strong relationships within the design community. Trade shows, in-person meetings, and direct engagement remain essential tools for connecting with specifiers and building trust. In an increasingly crowded marketplace, Azzurro Living's approach is clear: control the process, push material boundaries, and let design lead. The result is furniture that reflects not just luxury, but intention. “Owning our factory gives us complete control—from raw material to finished product—and that changes everything.” “Design is the reason people invest in luxury furniture. Performance just makes it last.” “You can't innovate from a distance. Being hands-on with materials is where real progress happens.” “Trade shows and face-to-face interaction still matter because this industry runs on relationships.” “No matter what challenges come—tariffs, supply chain, geopolitics—we'll figure it out. That mindset is essential.” This is Cathy Purple Cherry – Founding Principal | Purple Cherry, freshly installed in the Convo By Design Icon Registry, we caught up at KBIS for a fresh take. Human-Centered Architecture, Resilience, and the Responsibility of Design Cathy Purple Cherry reflects on architecture as a lifelong act of care—supporting people through turbulence, embracing multigenerational living, rejecting trend culture, and using design as a tool for healing, connection, and growth. Recorded live at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show, this conversation with Cathy Purple Cherry of Purple Cherry Architects explores architecture not as a moment of visual impact, but as a lifelong framework for human support. Purple Cherry shares her philosophy that architecture must evolve alongside the people it serves, especially during times of societal turbulence and personal change. Her work is grounded in human-centered thinking, emotional durability, and the belief that design can create stability amid chaos. The discussion moves beyond aesthetics into deeper territory—resilience shaped by hardship, the responsibility of creatives to provide clarity and options, and the importance of giving back. Purple Cherry also addresses the rise of multigenerational living, generational shifts in work culture, and the dangers of trend-driven design thinking. At its core, this conversation reveals architecture as both a professional discipline and a personal calling—one rooted in empathy, long-term thinking, and service. Architecture as Long-Term Support, Not Momentary Expression Design must serve people across decades, not just visual moments Architecture provides emotional stability during uncertain times Human-centered design is becoming essential, not optional Growth Through Challenge and Adversity Personal and professional hardship builds resilience Lessons learned shape better architects and stronger leaders Teaching and mentoring are essential responsibilities Multigenerational Living as a Cultural Shift Economic and social changes are reshaping American housing Families are staying connected longer Architecture must adapt to evolving family dynamics The Responsibility of Creatives in Times of Tension Architects provide clarity and solutions amid chaos Design can serve as a “relief valve” for societal stress Creatives help people reimagine how they live Rejecting Trend Culture in Favor of Lasting Design Trend cycles are often superficial and misleading True architecture transcends short-term aesthetic movements Enduring design comes from purpose, not prediction Giving Back as a Core Professional and Personal Value Sharing knowledge strengthens the profession Service to others creates deeper meaning in creative work Design is both a gift and a responsibility For Cathy Purple Cherry, architecture has never been about creating a moment. It's about supporting a lifetime. As founder of Purple Cherry Architects, with offices in Annapolis, Charlottesville, and New York City, Purple Cherry has built a practice grounded in the belief that design must evolve alongside the people it serves. Architecture, she explains, is not about solving for a single moment, but about creating environments that support human life over time. That perspective feels especially relevant today. As social, economic, and cultural turbulence reshapes how people live and work, architecture has taken on a new role—not just as shelter, but as emotional infrastructure. Spaces must provide calm, clarity, and flexibility, particularly as multigenerational living becomes more common and families remain connected longer under one roof. Purple Cherry rejects the idea that architecture should chase trends. While the industry often focuses on forecasting aesthetic movements, she believes true design transcends these cycles. Lasting architecture emerges from purpose, empathy, and a deep understanding of human behavior. Her perspective is shaped not only by decades of professional experience, but by personal adversity. Hardship, she explains, builds resilience and strengthens one's ability to serve others. That philosophy extends into her commitment to mentorship, service, and giving back—values she sees as inseparable from meaningful creative work. For Purple Cherry, architecture is both discipline and calling. It is a lifelong process of learning, teaching, and refining. And in a world defined by rapid change, her message is clear: the most important role of design is not to impress, but to support the people who live within it. “Architecture isn't about solving for a moment. It's about supporting people over time.” “Through suffering, we become stronger—and that's what allows us to better serve others.” “Anything in the built environment that can calm us and organize our lives becomes essential.” “Design should never be driven by trends. It should be driven by purpose and people.” “The meaning of life is discovering your gifts. The purpose of life is sharing them.”

Luxury can be expensive, but it can also be subtle, practical, or deeply personal. Sometimes it's about choice, sometimes restraint, sometimes the way a space or product simply works better for you. Through thoughtful discussion, the episode examines how luxury shows up in appliances and design—through performance, comfort, longevity, and everyday ease—and why it resonates differently for everyone over time This nuanced conversation explores the evolving meaning of luxury through multiple industry perspectives, featuring Devoree Axelrod, General Manager at AJ Madison, alongside industry expert Jill Cohen, Editor-in-Chief, Luxe Interiors + Design. KBIS Podcast Studio Resources: KBIS AJ Madison NKBA LUXE Interiors + Design SubZero, Wolf & Cove SKS | Signature Kitchen Suite Hearth & Home Technologies Kitchen365 Green Forrest Cabinetry Midea Luxury Isn't a Price Point. It's a Performance Standard. At the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show 2026, leaders from AJ Madison and Luxe Interiors + Design reframing luxury as durability, intentionality, and the ability of design to support how people actually live. The word “luxury” has become one of the most overused—and least defined—terms in the design industry. At KBIS 2026, a live conversation featuring Devoree Axelrod, General Manager of AJ Madison, and Jill Cohen, Editor in Chief of Luxe Interiors + Design, set out to recalibrate its meaning. What emerged was less about price and more about performance, longevity, and intent. For decades, luxury was shorthand for premium brands, higher costs, and visual distinction. Today, that definition is insufficient. The modern homeowner isn't simply buying a product; they're investing in how their home supports their routines, relationships, and future. Luxury, in this context, becomes the elimination of friction. It's the appliance that performs reliably every day. It's the kitchen designed around how a family actually cooks and gathers. It's the confidence that decisions made today will still make sense twenty years from now. Cohen shared findings from Luxe's upcoming national survey of 1,000 leading architects, designers, and builders, confirming that the kitchen remains the single most important area of homeowner investment. More significantly, appliances are often the first and most consequential decisions made in the design process. They establish the spatial, technical, and functional framework around which everything else follows. Axelrod reinforced this from her vantage point inside one of the country's largest appliance retailers. Appliance selection determines infrastructure—electrical loads, ventilation, plumbing, and spatial relationships—making it foundational rather than decorative. When clients prioritize performance and usability first, the rest of the design aligns more effectively, both functionally and financially. The conversation also addressed the persistent myth of the fixed budget. In reality, budgets are fluid, shaped as much by emotion as by arithmetic. Homeowners may begin with a number in mind, but that number evolves as priorities clarify. The role of the designer and appliance advisor becomes essential: helping clients distinguish between what serves their lives and what merely satisfies aspiration. This shift is evident in how kitchens are expanding beyond their traditional boundaries. Secondary prep kitchens, beverage stations, outdoor kitchens, coffee bars, and integrated refrigeration throughout the home reflect a broader redefinition of convenience. These are not excesses for their own sake; they are extensions of daily life, driven by multigenerational living, remote work, and a deeper integration between hospitality and residential design. Perhaps most telling was the reframing of luxury itself. Neither Axelrod nor Cohen defined it by brand name. Instead, luxury was described as ease, time, and permanence. It is waking up and having what you need within reach. It is durability that eliminates the need for replacement. It is thoughtful planning that prevents regret. In this light, luxury is not what something costs. It is what something enables. And increasingly, what it enables is a home that works—quietly, reliably, and seamlessly—in service of the people who live there. Luxury is the measurable outcome of thoughtful design—where performance, longevity, and relevance align to support the way people actually live. Luxury is the removal of friction from daily life. Luxury is durability aligned with intent. Luxury is design that continues to perform long after the purchase is forgotten. Luxury is confidence—in function, longevity, and fit. Luxury is not what you spend. It's what you never have to rethink. The Kitchen as the Primary Investment The kitchen remains the #1 homeowner investment nationwide. Homeowners are willing to exceed budget in the kitchen more than any other space. The kitchen is the most public and social room in the home. It represents identity: “I'm a cook,” “I entertain,” “I host.” Food equals memory; appliances enable those memories. Appliance-First Design Strategy Appliances determine electrical, ventilation, plumbing, and layout requirements. Major appliance decisions must precede cabinetry and finish selections. Early appliance specification prevents costly redesigns. Designers increasingly plan around cooking infrastructure first. Professional appliance advisors play a key role in product education and innovation updates. Budget Realities & Psychology Budgets are rarely fixed; they are often unstated or misunderstood. Clients frequently establish budgets before fully understanding what they want. Designers must define the intersection of “want” and “need.” Stretching budget in the kitchen feels justified because it is essential. Strategic trade-offs are common (invest in cooking, scale back secondary items). Transparency and cost clarity are critical in today's climate. Surprises—especially tariff or pricing shocks—undermine trust. Professional designers protect clients from unrealistic expectations and long-term regret. The Expanding Kitchen Ecosystem Kitchens are no longer singular spaces—they expand throughout the home. Secondary kitchens (sculleries, prep kitchens, butler's pantries) are rising. Beverage centers, bars, and wine storage are increasingly common. Coffee stations and en-suite kitchenettes are viewed as lifestyle enhancements. Outdoor kitchens are now expected in many markets. Refrigeration appears in bathrooms (skincare), offices, and guest suites. Multigenerational living drives multi-kitchen design. Post-COVID entertaining shifted bar culture into the home. Lifestyle-Driven Design Trends Hospitality influences residential expectations. Convenience and personalization outweigh pure status signaling. Aging in place is shaping appliance planning (drawer refrigeration, wall ovens). Durability is increasingly valued over trend-based aesthetics. Remote work drives integrated kitchenettes and beverage access in home offices. Multiple laundry setups reflect modern household logistics. Status vs. Practicality Status still influences resale-driven decisions in some cases. However, emotional connection tends to be with category (cooking, entertaining) rather than brand alone. Longevity and service reliability often justify premium selections. Magazine-driven or editorial glamour exists—but practical function ultimately wins. Role of the Professional Designer Designers provide budget discipline and scope management. They help clients make decisions faster, reducing cost creep. They balance aspiration with feasibility. Professional oversight protects long-term value. Design is positioned not as a privilege, but as a necessity. Market & Cultural Influences COVID permanently shifted how homes are used. Entertaining moved inward; bar and pizza oven sales spiked. Multigenerational living increased spatial complexity. Social media informs but can distort expectations. Consumers increasingly research via reviews and digital channels. Clients are more cautious amid economic and tariff uncertainty. Guiding Principle “Proper planning prevents poor performance.” Early, honest, and intentional planning reduces regret. Design is both a desire business and a service industry. The goal is not excess—it is alignment between space and life.

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I'm thrilled to welcome back to Love & Life, Jenna McCarthy. Her newest book was just released and is co-authored with Dr. Pierre Kory called: The War on Chlorine Dioxide: The Medicine That Could End Medicine. She's also the author of Yankee Doodle Soup for the Fringy, Tin Foil Hat-Wearing Conspiracy Theorist's Soul and The War on Ivermectin: The Medicine that Saved Millions and Could Have Ended the Pandemic with Dr. Pierre Kory. Picking up where we left off, we continue to process our parallel journeys navigating a country and world that we don't even recognize anymore. How do you process everything that's culturally and politically these last few years?How do you navigate the isolation you can feel from family and friends?What does moving forward look like? What can we do? What are practical ways we can push back and find trustworthy voices? And how does Substack play into all of this?We discuss this and so much on the show today! Jenna McCarthySubstack: https://jennasside.rocks/Dr. Karin & Pastor Elliott AndersonWebsite: http://loveandlifemedia.com/Empowered Dating Playbook: smarturl.it/EmpoweredDatingBookInstagram: @dr.karin | @pastorelliottanderson

Botox toxicity. Breast implant illness. Immune system reactivity. Post-COVID inflammation. In this episode of The Health Revival Show, we break down the real science behind cosmetic procedures and why some people tolerate Botox and breast implants perfectly… while others develop systemic symptoms. We cover: • How Botox works as a neurotoxin • Breast implant illness vs immune reactivity • Terrain theory and why host health matters more than exposure • Genetic detox pathways and inflammatory risk markers • Mast cell activation, histamine intolerance, and post-viral sensitivity • When cosmetic procedures are lower risk — and when to wait If you've ever wondered whether Botox or implants are “toxic”… this conversation will change how you think about risk, immunity, and personalized health decisions. *** CONNECT: