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What if your high school senior sessions could unlock a year's worth of bookings—and deeper, lifelong client relationships?In this episode, Jeanine, Steve, and Ronan unpack how to turn a “one-and-done” senior portrait session into a full-blown family connection strategy. From navigating the emotional weight of senior year for parents to leveraging life transitions for ongoing sessions, this is the mindset shift your business needs.Forget the smoke bombs and trendy sets—this is about impact.
Eric interviews Craig McBride and Ana Arntsonfrom the Pond Professionals Alliance (PPA). They discuss the organization's recent successes, highlighting a large-scale swim pond build at an expo and thanking the numerous sponsors and manufacturers who donated products and support. The conversation then shifts to the challenges the PPA faces, particularly administrative overwhelm and the need for more member and manufacturer support as they grow internationally. Finally, they outline their future vision for the PPA, which includes expanding global reach, developing training and recognition programs, and actively engaging with legislation affecting the industry, and they promote an upcoming summer retreat designed to foster peer connection and professional development. Pond Builders' Summer Retreat (July 31 - Aug 3rd) Key Takeaways: Actively invest in your community by sharing knowledge and experiences, not just seeking help. Embrace vulnerability and share your failures and challenges, as they are valuable learning opportunities for yourself and others. Seek dedicated time away from the daily grind for introspection and thoughtful planning for personal and business growth. Utilize peer groups and networks to find answers to problems, whether technical or administrative. Prioritize building and maintaining relationships within your industry or group, as these connections create value and support. Resources: Contractor Sales Secrets: ContractorSalesSecrets.com Fitz Fish Ponds: Koi Trips Book A Call With Triplett: Call with Triplett The Pond Digger: https://theponddigger.com/ LA Pet Fair: https://www.lapetfair.com/ Atlantic-Oase: https://www.atlantic-oase.com/ Helix Pond Filtration: http://helixpondfiltration.com/ TWT Contractor Circle (Facebook Group): TWT Contractor Circle TWT Contractor Power Circle (Facebook Group): TWT Contractor Power Circle The Pond Digger Instagram: Instagram The Pond Digger Facebook: Facebook Train With Triplett TikTok: TikTok EasyPro Pond Products: https://easypro.com/
Send us a textWhat if postpartum depression isn't the problem itself… but a symptom of something much deeper? This episode is going to make you rethink everything you know about postpartum depression. Something fixable? I'm breaking it all down: the nutrient depletion, trauma, sleep loss, birth medications, toxins, and isolation that are wrecking postpartum health—and why the current system is failing mothers at the root.If you're a postpartum provider, doula, therapist, midwife, nurse, or birth professional (or anyone passionate about postpartum recovery), this conversation is ESSENTIAL. It's time to stop labeling and start healing at the core. If you're searching for functional nutrition, perinatal mental health education, and REAL answers for postpartum healing—you're exactly in the right place.Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/postpartum-depression-is-a-symptom-not-a-diagnosis-ep-216/Key Time Stamps: 00:00 The hard truth about postpartum depression01:06 Miranda's experience with postpartum depression & bipolar disorder02:28 Science proves it—but the system doesn't value mothers03:30 Postpartum depression as a symptom, not a diagnosis04:51 Why symptom labels don't fix root causes05:50 How postpartum medications can help—and how they can hurt06:30 Why postpartum care must be more than prescribing meds08:54 The 6 root causes behind postpartum depression10:19 The shocking nutrient depletion rates in postpartum women11:47 Toxic overload and why detox pathways matter13:57 How sleep deprivation physically rewires the postpartum brain15:19 Unprocessed trauma and nervous system breakdown17:47 How birth medications impact postpartum mental health19:08 The brutal reality of no support and isolated motherhood20:22 Providers aren't taught postpartum-specific healing21:04 Is this anecdotal or real science? (Hint: it's clinical, it's proven)22:35 Why depression is the warning light, not the broken engine23:43 Why moms aren't broken—the care system is24:34 The new model of postpartum care: body, mind, spirit, and environment25:41 How Postpartum University is revolutionizing postpartum healiNEXT STEPS:
Penzionová výzva je kolosálny podvod, Pôdohospodárska platobná agnentúra je nefunkčná, netransparentná a skorumpovaná organizácia, ktorú nie je možné nijako sfunkčniť. Jediným riešením je ju rozpustiť a založiť úplne nanovo, hovorí v Ráno Nahlas Zuzana Šubová, ktorá pôsobila v protikorupčnej zložke PPA."Peniaze, ktoré mali ísť na podporu cestovného ruchu skončili v súkromných haciendách. Našli sme ďalšie dotácie. Nitky vedú k obžalovanému oligarchovi Bödörovi, ktorého si premiér pozýva na úrad vlády." To je úryvok zo statusu Nadácie Zastavme korupciu na margo takzvanej penziónovej kauzy.O čo ide?Penzióny, ktoré fakticky nie sú žiadnymi penziónmi, takzvaná penziónová výzva. V nej, počas vlády Roberta Fica, agentúra PPA finančne podporila výstavbu ubytovania pre turistov. To sa však podľa kritikov i médií, čoraz viac ukazuje ako kolosálny podvod. Deje sa to pritom v presne tej istej agentúre, ktorá je spojená i so známou kauzou Dobytkár - kde išlo o netransparentné rozdeľovanie agrodotácií - a v ktorej priamo sudca hovoril o "megastroji korupcie a prania špinavých peňazí."Navyše, PPA je predmetom opakovaných hĺbkových kontrol Najvyššieho kontrolného úradu, ktorý však i po rokoch kontrol nie je schopný - a ani ochotný, PPAčke udeliť takzvanú okrúhlu pečiatku spoľahlivosti."Existencia korupčných rizík a netransparentnosť procesov sú na Pôdohospodárskej platobnej agentúre naďalej významnou hrozbou a jej protifraudový program nemožno ani po poslednej kontrole Najvyššieho kontrolného úradu považovať za dostatočne účinný," tvrdí NKÚ.Ako je to vôbec možné, že sa v agentúre hospodáriacej s mnohomiliónovými verejnými zdrojmi už doslova celé roky nedarí urobiť poriadok a ako to, že kauzy spojené s PPAčkou evidentne prerástli cez hlavu viacerým politickým garnitúram - od SMERu až po matovičovo OĽANO? Koľko miliónov sme už takto vyhodili do vzduchu a pochovali v prachu podozrení z korupcie a klientelizmu, kto mocný v pozadí to všetko kryje no a najmä: Čo ďalej s Poľnohospodárskou platobnou agentúrou?Ráno Nahlas s bývalou šéfkou protikorupčnej sekcie na Pôdohospodárskej platobnej agentúre a dnes predsedníčkou Pirátskej strany Zuzanou Šubovou. Pekný deň a pokoj v duši praje Braňo Dobšinský.
What if one wedding could lead to five new clients—without spending a dollar more on marketing? In this powerful episode, Steve, Ronan, and Jeanine reveal the overlooked strategy hiding in plain sight: how to turn weddings into a goldmine of ongoing portrait opportunities. If you're still only selling to the bride and groom, you're leaving thousands on the table. Tune in to discover how to build emotional value, multiply your bookings, and create lasting legacy products that clients can't resist—even in a digital age.
Despite ranking in the top 25 in men's singles, Grayson Goldin finds himself without a paddle contract and no guaranteed salary. For him, it's all about the results. After throwing down the gauntlet, Goldin won his second APP title and is on a mission to reach No.1. Follow Grayson's journey here: https://www.youtube.com/ @GraysonGoldin Pickleball veteran Anderson Scarpa is fresh off a triple crown victory at the PPA Challenger level. The win racked up some valuable PPA points, but Zane wants to know how the competition compares across tours. Jim Kloss educates us on the ins and outs of a new kind law, pickleball law. We tackle the Proton 'bankruptcy' case and see how USA Pickleball is fighting back against a lawsuit. Performance, comfort, and style in one effortless collection. Save 20% on apparel from MUEV with code THEDINK at https://muevbrand.com/collections/new-arrivals-2 Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedink.beehiiv.com https://www.instagram.com/thedinkpickleball/ -Follow us on IG -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball ------------------ Grayson Goldin 0:00 Grayson Goldin returns to the pod 3:51 No Contract, No Guarantees 7:33 Living the ‘eat what you kill' life 9:55 How do you compare PPA to APP? 13:50 Playing as the favorite against Armaan Bhatia Anderson Scarpa 18:48 Anderson Scarpa triple crowns PPA Challenger 23:15 Where should a new player get started? Zane's Atlanta Preview 26:43 ATL Slam preview 30:01 Response to Ben/Collin fine 34:16 Listener Questions Jim Kloss 42:56 Jim Kloss rejoins the pod 45:15 Proton ‘bankruptcy' claims 49:25 Are there penalties for involuntary bankruptcy claims? 53:31 USAP's counterclaim against JOOLA 1:03:10 5 key points at the heart of the issue 1:09:35 What do the guts of the internal documents say? 1:10:58 Who does this hurt more? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anunciamos as nossas convidadas do Episódio 15 da Temporada 06 do Papo Condominial Cast SP: a Marinea Marques @marineamarques que é síndica profissional e a Rose Schiapati @roseschiapati da Sell Administradora @selladministradora, com o tema: os desafios da sindicatura o novo DNA das administradoras._Como Host teremos o nosso Diretor Executivo Daniel Lima @danielrslima e a Sindica Profissional Amanda Accioli @acciolicondominial._Um projeto gigante como este só é possível graças ao oferecimento da Superlógica (@superlogicatec) e aos nossos patrocinadores PPA @ppa_brasil, Minha Portaria @mp.portariaremota, Eletromidia no Seu Predio @eletromidia.noseupredio, É Seguro @esegurocorretora.oficial, É Creed @ecreed.oficial, Arsenal Consultoria em Elevadores @arsenalelevadores, Sell Administradora @selladministradora, VR Bebeficios @issoevr, Teg Monitor @tegmonitor, Condomob @condomob, Carboroil @carboroil, Yellow Imoveis @yellowimoveis.oficial, Impersolid Engenharia @Impersolid e Condofaz._Data: 12/05/25._Início: 17:00hs._Vocês não podem perder!#papocondominial #podcast #síndico #Sindica #sindicatura #sindicoprofissional #podcastsindico #superlogica #ppa #ppabrasil #minhaportaria #eletromidia #eletromidianoseupredio #eseguro #ecreed #grupoeseguro #selladministradora #tegmonitor #arsenalelevadores #yellowimoveis #arsenalelevadores #modulocker #gekalicobrancas #condofaz #carboroil #superlogica #6pbank #amandaaccioli #acciolicondominial #marineamarques #roseschiapati
Anunciamos o nosso convidado do Episódio 14 da Temporada 06 do Papo Condominial Cast SP: o Gustavo Sartott @gutosart que é fundador da Honest Market Brasil @honestmarket.br, com o tema: conveniência e inovação em condomínios._Como Host teremos o nosso Diretor Executivo Daniel Lima @danielrslima._Um projeto gigante como este só é possível graças ao oferecimento da Superlógica (@superlogicatec) e aos nossos patrocinadores PPA @ppa_brasil, Minha Portaria @mp.portariaremota, Eletromidia no Seu Predio @eletromidia.noseupredio, É Seguro @esegurocorretora.oficial, É Creed @ecreed.oficial, Arsenal Consultoria em Elevadores @arsenalelevadores, Sell Administradora @selladministradora, VR Bebeficios @issoevr, Teg Monitor @tegmonitor, Condomob @condomob, Carboroil @carboroil, Yellow Imoveis @yellowimoveis.oficial, Impersolid Engenharia @Impersolid, Honest Market Brasil @honestmarket.br, Condofaz e Gekali Cobranças._Data: 05/05/25._Início: 17:30hs._Vocês não podem perder!#papocondominial #podcast #síndico #Sindica #sindicatura #sindicoprofissional #podcastsindico #superlogica #ppa #ppabrasil #minhaportaria #eletromidia #eletromidianoseupredio #eseguro #ecreed #grupoeseguro #selladministradora #tegmonitor #arsenalelevadores #yellowimoveis #arsenalelevadores #modulocker #gekalicobrancas #condofaz #carboroil #superlogica #6pbank #honestmarket #honestmarketbr #gustavosartott
Send us a textIn this episode, Tyler and Jimmy are set up in the new Picklr venue opening soon in Utah and are very excited about the plans for this space with the potentiality of a new podcast room! Keep your eyes peeled. They give a full run down of the Johns Brothers scandal and the responses that have surfaced this week. They talk about the upcoming PPA in Atlanta and let us hear their thoughts on APP vs. PPA. The episode by answering your questions. Let us know what topics we should cover in future episodes, thanks for following along!—————————Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/Use Code "KOTC0525” for Huge Savings at Pickleball Central: https://pickleballcentral.com/ Use Code "KOTC" for $100 Savings on C&D Pickleball Nets: https://bestpickleballnets.com/ Use Code "KOTC" to save 10% on Modballs:https://modballs.4com/products/modballs Use Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear: https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pagesNEW KOTC DISCORD https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemfInstagram: Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pbKOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt Facebook: / tyler.loong--0:00 Introduction3:19 Picklr 4:49 Stack Athletics 5:46 Pickleball Central 8:20 Jimmy Storytime 9:50 MLP Schedule 12:37 Johns Brothers Scandal 24:04 PPA Atlanta 30:14 C&D Pickleball Nets32:15 PPA Atlanta Continued 41:35 Vulcan 42:16 PPA Atlanta Continued 52:25 The Jim Kloss article55:00 PPA vs. APP01:00:50 Holey Performance 01:02:32 Q+A
Send us a textEver wonder if what a new mom is feeling is just "mom worry" or something more like postpartum anxiety? Maranda and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and perinatal mental health specialist, Kathryn Lopez, break it down in this episode. We're diving into how to tell the difference between those normal "mama" worries and when it might be postpartum anxiety – think physical feelings, constant unease, and those "what if" thoughts that feel way out of control.We're tackling those sometimes scary intrusive thoughts that pop into a new mom's head – are they normal, or something to pay closer attention to? And what about feeling down about your old life? Is that just part of becoming a mom, or could it be something more? We even chat about that surprising link between postpartum rage and anxiety. If you're a postpartum pro, you need to hear this to help the moms you work with feel understood and supported.Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/how-to-differentiate-between-postpartum-anxiety-vs-normal-motherly-worries-kathryn-lopez-ep-215/Key Time Stamps: 01:58: What is Normal Mother Worry? Understanding Postpartum Anxiety vs. Typical Worry03:38: When Does Mother Worry Become a Problem? Recognizing Unhealthy Postpartum Stress05:47: How to Differentiate Postpartum Anxiety Symptoms from Normal Maternal Concerns?09:36: Understanding Intrusive Thoughts Are They Normal or a Sign of PPA?12:08: The Intent Behind Intrusive Thoughts in Postpartum15:50: Is It Postpartum Depression or Grief? Understanding Loss in Early Motherhood16:52: The Grief of Old Life in Postpartum21:00: How Does the Nervous System Impact Postpartum Anxiety? Understanding Hyperarousal25:48: Connection with Postpartum Rage and Anxiety29:43: The Sleep Deprivation Cycle and Postpartum Mental HealthConnect with Kathryn: Kathryn Lopez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Life Coach who specializes in perinatal mental health and sex and intimacy therapy. She helps individuals and couples navigate the emotional and relational shifts of parenthood, from conception and pregnancyNEXT STEPS:
Send us a textIn this unique episode, Tyler and Jimmy have SPECIAL guests Ashley Underwood and Craig Coin from the Dreambreaker Documentary on the pod. They discuss the creation of the documentary, how it began and how it was filmed over the span of two years. We get down to the nitty gritty details, how it all started and where we have come from. We hear more about all the big names involved in the sport and more. It is finally available to stream NOW, thanks for following along!—————————Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/Use Code "KOTC0525” for Huge Savings at Pickleball Central: https://pickleballcentral.com/Use Code "KOTC" for $100 Savings on C&D Pickleball Nets: https://bestpickleballnets.com/ Use Code "KOTC" to save 10% on Modballs:https://modballs.4com/products/modballsUse Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear: https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pages NEW KOTC DISCORD https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemfInstagram: Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pbKOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt Dreambreaker Documentary - @dreambreakermovie Facebook: / tyler.loong--0:00 Introductions3:30 Introduction continued with Craig7:30 The Creation of the Storyline from beginning to the end11:57 Recap of streaming numbers/reception of the documentary 15:15 Bridging the gap between Pro Pickleball and Recreational play20:14 Continuation of the creation of the Documentary22:40 The Nitty Gritty - The Merger, The Drafts, Big Names involved and more.. 47:45 The Future of Pickleball 53:30 PPA or MLP? 58:05 What is next for Pickleball? 1:05:30 What is next for the Documentary?
Čo všetko je schopný urobiť premiér tejto krajiny aby zakryl svoju neschopnosť riešiť reálne problémy Slovenska? Premiérskou témou je kvalita života na Slovensku a od toho Fico neustále uteká, hovorí bývalá premiérka Iveta Radičová. Podľa nej sa premiér Fico dnes už ani netají snahou zmeniť režim na Slovensku, vládnuť krajine však zjavne nevie. Reč bude aj o zásadnej zmene chorého zdravotníctva.Pri príležitosti osláv konca Druhej svetovej vojny navštívil slovenský premiér Moskvu a tam rokoval priamo s Vladimírom Putinom, ktorý dnes vedie vojnu na Ukrajine. Opozícia v tom má jasno a označila to za akt vlastizrady a kolaborácie s nepriateľskou mocnosťou. Medzitým ako sa slovenský premiér klaňal vládcovi Kremľa, sa však štát, ktorý vedie - či by ho aspoň viesť mal, rozpadá doslova v priamom prenose.Stav verejných financií sa napriek opakovanej konsolidácií, ktorá nám zvýšila dane a zhoršila služby štátu, príliš nezlepšil no a to nás čaká ešte ďalšie uťahovanie opaskov. Zatialčo vláda siahla na daňové bonusy na deti či šikanuje podnikateľov bizarnou transakčnou daňou, sama sa ukromniť odmieta. Ministrom rapídne narástli platy, šéf rezortu vnútra objednal pre policajtov kávové uniformy a počítače za tritisíc no a pod rukami PPA nám tu rozkvitli penziony - nepenzióny.Namiesto riešenia reálnych problémov sa ale vládna koalícia neustále zaoberá sama sebou, utočí na média či mimovládny sektor no a dokonca vedie ľúty boj za práva extrémistu Bombica či konšpirátora Kotlára..Asi najlepšie úpadok štátu definoval šéf NKÚ, ktorý v rozhovore pre Aktuality povedal, že ministerstvo zdravotníctva ovládli lobisti a štát v oblasti zdravia na verejný záujem jednoducho rezignoval. Kam teda smeruje Slovensko pod touto vládou? Podari sa Robertovi Ficovi uniesť krajinu z Európy a dokedy sa vôbec dá tento Potemkin - vydávaný za štát, ešte predstierať a imitovať modernú a funkčnú demokraciu? Naozaj práve toto voliči chcú a stačí im to? No a kde je silná, jednotná a najmä zmysluplná alternatíva politickej opozície? Témy pre bývalú premiérku a profesorku sociológie Ivetu Radičovú.Stále častejšie som svedkom "úteku od slobody," kde mnohým ľuďom je sloboda na príťaž. Máme v sebe veľký potenciál prispôsobovania sa, ktorý v nás táto vládna garnitúra živí vetami typu: Nechajme Rusa, veď on raz odíde. Nie, neodíde. Keď raz príde, buď ho pošlete preč alebo zostane - v našich hlavách, " hovorí expremiérka Radičová. Počúvate Ráno Nahlas, dnes s bývalou premiérkou a sociologičkou Ivetou Radičovou. Pekný deň a pokoj v duši praje Braňo Dobšinský.
Čo všetko je schopný urobiť premiér tejto krajiny aby zakryl svoju neschopnosť riešiť reálne problémy Slovenska? Premiérskou témou je kvalita života na Slovensku a od toho Fico neustále uteká, hovorí expremiérka Iveta Radičová. Podľa nej sa premiér Fico dnes už ani netají snahou zmeniť režim na Slovensku, vládnuť krajine však zjavne nevie. Reč bude aj o zásadnej zmene chorého zdravotníctva.Pri príležitosti osláv konca Druhej svetovej vojny navštívil slovenský premiér Moskvu a tam rokoval priamo s Vladimírom Putinom, ktorý dnes vedie vojnu na Ukrajine. Opozícia v tom má jasno a označila to za akt vlastizrady a kolaborácie s nepriateľskou mocnosťou. Medzitým ako sa slovenský premiér klaňal vládcovi Kremľa, sa však štát, ktorý vedie - či by ho aspoň viesť mal, rozpadá doslova v priamom prenose.Stav verejných financií sa napriek opakovanej konsolidácií, ktorá nám zvýšila dane a zhoršila služby štátu, príliš nezlepšil no a to nás čaká ešte ďalšie uťahovanie opaskov. Zatiaľčo vláda siahla na daňové bonusy na deti či šikanuje podnikateľov bizarnou transakčnou daňou, sama sa uskromniť odmieta. Ministrom rapídne narástli platy, šéf rezortu vnútra objednal pre policajtov kávové uniformy a počítače za tritisíc no a pod rukami PPA nám tu rozkvitli penzióny - nepenzióny.Namiesto riešenia reálnych problémov sa ale vládna koalícia neustále zaoberá sama sebou, útočí na média či mimovládny sektor no a dokonca vedie ľúty boj za práva extrémistu Bombica či konšpirátora Kotlára..Asi najlepšie úpadok štátu definoval šéf NKÚ, ktorý v rozhovore pre Aktuality povedal, že ministerstvo zdravotníctva ovládli lobisti a štát v oblasti zdravia na verejný záujem jednoducho rezignoval. Kam teda smeruje Slovensko pod touto vládou? Podarí sa Robertovi Ficovi uniesť krajinu z Európy a dokedy sa vôbec dá tento Potemkin - vydávaný za štát, ešte predstierať a imitovať modernú a funkčnú demokraciu? Naozaj práve toto voliči chcú a stačí im to? No a kde je silná, jednotná a najmä zmysluplná alternatíva politickej opozície? Témy pre bývalú premiérku a profesorku sociológie Ivetu Radičovú.Stále častejšie som svedkom "úteku od slobody," kde mnohým ľuďom je sloboda na príťaž. Máme v sebe veľký potenciál prispôsobovania sa, ktorý v nás táto vládna garnitúra živí vetami typu: Nechajme Rusa, veď on raz odíde. Nie, neodíde. Keď raz príde, buď ho pošlete preč alebo zostane - v našich hlavách, " hovorí expremiérka Radičová. Kto sme, k akým hodnotám sa hlásime a kde patríme, to je podľa nej dnes absolútne kľúčová téma politiky. Počúvate Ráno Nahlas, dnes s bývalou premiérkou a sociologičkou Ivetou Radičovou. Pekný deň a pokoj v duši praje Braňo Dobšinský.
What does it really take to leave your 9-to-5 and build a thriving photography business? In this candid episode, Janine reveals her journey from corporate engineer to full-time wedding and portrait photographer — and the no-BS strategies that got her there. Joined by seasoned coach Steve and host Ronan, the trio break down the mindset, systems, and money moves photographers need to make the leap without burning out or going broke.
Quang Duong is helping to accelerate pickleball's international growth. With guidance from his Dad/Coach, Duong is embracing his Vietnamese roots to launch a new signature paddle and apparel line. Fresh off a double gold victory at the US Open, Jack Munro stops by to show Zane his new hardware. One of those medals came in mixed doubles, where Zane's prediction for Andre Agassi and Anna Leigh Waters severely missed the mark. Phoenix Flames GM Brant Weiss shares how he has stepped into his new role as coach/meme lord/cheerleader. He explains how the AZ Drive became the Flames and what they have planned for MLP Phoenix. Our Guy Erik Tice helps recap all things MLP Columbus, including the Johns Bros withdraw that had the picklesphere buzzing. Find out how Zane thinks the situation could have been remedied on-site. Performance, comfort, and style in one effortless collection. Save 20% on apparel from MUEV with code THEDINK at https://muevbrand.com/collections/new-arrivals-2 Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedink.beehiiv.com https://www.instagram.com/thedinkpickleball/ -Follow us on IG -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball ------------------ 0:00 Quang Duong signs with Sypik 6:04 Half a million is too small for us 7:00 The Avatar Ball Bender paddle 10:04 Legendary Duong family practices 14:55 How do you recover after long training sessions? 17:00 Everybody loves Bao 18:29 Quang lands Wika as shoe and apparel sponsor 23:20 Looking to Duc between points 26:22 Asian players still chasing US players … for now Brant Weiss 33:47 Coach Weiss promoted to meme lord 35:40 AZ Drive become the Phoenix Flames 37:37 Interesting trades in the offseason 39:45 Leaning into personality and vibes 41:59 What are the plans for MLP Phoenix? Erik Tice 43:49 Tice's MLP recap 48:12 The Squeeze surprising the field 50:53 Strength of schedule advantages 52:49 Miami hit big in the draft 56:52 50/50 rally vs traditional scoring 59:22 Counting days since last cursing incident 1:02:19 Shock trolling with ‘Security' guard shirt 1:04:02 Team Emmrich stepped up for the Hogs Jack Munro 1:08:09 Zane's son Jack Munro joins the pod 1:13:18 Is the US Open still a ‘major' 1:17:00 Why did ALW get the exception? 1:18:45 Zane with an all-time miss on the Agassi prediction 1:25:14 Life on the line - who do you partner with? 1:26:40 Will Howells riles up PPA crowd 1:33:00 Go follow Jack on YouTube Erik Tice 1:36:23 Addressing the Johns Bros Columbus withdraw 1:44:45 Where's the team support? 1:49:50 Fines and suspension Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Season 25, Episode 43: Shaun Boyce and Jim CarellaIn this episode, host Shaun Boyce brings you a quick and practical tip from RSPA and PPA certified pickleball pro, Jim Carrella, aka Jimbo Pickleball.Jim talks about how to play from the baseline in pickleball: just like a tennis player. Don't stay there too long but it's forehands and backhands, simliar to tennis swings. Dip the ball at your opponents feet and get forward!
Penzión v rodinnej zástavbe, kde sa nikto neubytováva a len občas sa tam konali detské tábory. Polyfunkčný dom v Dunajskej Strede, ktorý je v čase otváracích hodín prázdny, alebo rodinný dom, ktorý má byť penziónom, no jedna rodina v ňom v podnájme žije už dlhodobo.To sú len niektoré zo stavieb, ktoré v roku 2016 získali od Pôdohospodárskej platobnej agentúry (PPA) štedrú dotáciu. Niekoľko stotisíc eur, či prípadné milióny z eurofondov mali slúžiť na podporu agroturizmu, po rokoch sa však ukazuje, že výsledok je úplne iný.Na čo konkrétne dnes slúžia novovybudované budovy, aké sú prepojenia firiem, ktoré za nimi stoja na samotnú PPA a bude sa podozreniami, že eurofondy boli zneužité na súkromné vily, vôbec niekto zaoberať?Eva Frantová sa v podcaste Dobré ráno pýta Xénie Makarovej z Nadácie Zastavme korupciu.Zdroje zvukov: 360tka, Denník NOdporúčanie:Ak ste to ešte nezachytili, podcast denníka SME Rozprávky, ktoré číta člen činohry Slovenského národného divadla Robert Roth, sú späť. Ku klasickým textom od Pavla Dobšinského a Hansa Christiana Andersena v dobovom jazyku pribudli aj nové slovenské autorské rozprávky. Vonku je už prvá epizóda, kde Roth číta z knihy Kataríny Fukasovej Superpes Sirius a vynálezca dedo Laco.–Všetky podcasty denníka SME nájdete na sme.sk/podcasty–Odoberajte aj audio verziu denného newslettra SME.sk s najdôležitejšími správami na sme.sk/brifing
Links: USAP counter lawsuit against Joola: https://bit.ly/4m1qjE8Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:45 - USAP counter lawsuit on Joola2:51 - Quang signs with Sypik5:24 - Dylan Frazier signs with Volair7:12 - The new PPA ball14:19 - Funny story about John Kew17:51 - B&B nerdy tourney20:03 - Heading to the Selkirk HQ21:14 - Selkirk new Maxima shape22:52 - Selkirk Era Power in pros hands23:56 - PaddleTek's new hybrid shape25:46 - Wilson Vesper Initial Impressions36:45 - New Holbrook Arma (power paddle) initial thoughts45:25 - Is the US Open the best tournament?1:09:53 - Should you buy a paddle to fix your weakness or add to your strength?
Running a photography business while raising kids? You're not alone - and you're definitely not doing it wrong. In this high-energy, no-fluff episode, Jeanine, Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan get real about what it actually takes to thrive as both a parent and a business owner. From toddler-proofing your studio to using nap time as power hour, this episode is packed with the gritty, funny, and game-changing hacks you never knew you needed.Whether you've got a baby on your hip or a teen dodging chores, this is your behind-the-scenes guide to making it all work - without losing your mind (or your business goals).Episode Highlights:The guilt trap: Why parent guilt is real—and how to flip it into motivationSmart hacks for scheduling shoots, editing, and admin around nap timeAge-appropriate studio tasks to involve your kids (and why it matters)Turning boring chores into gamified productivity winsReal talk: How parenting builds better business instincts (and vice versa)The secret ROI of letting your clients see your kidsWhy “there's always time”—if your why is strong enoughFor photographers who:Feel torn between family and businessWant time management tips that actually workLove real stories, not perfectionBelieve in raising difference-makers at home and behind the lensPress play now and walk away with a toolkit to run your business with your kids - not in spite of them. Tune in and take your photography business to the next level!Join the Difference Maker Revolution!Take the first step toward creating a photography business that makes a difference. Visit Difference Maker Inner Circle to learn more about transforming your business through proven strategies and mentorship.The Difference Maker Revolution podcast helps you grow your photography business by teaching you how to:Generate highly targeted leads.Increase conversions with ideal clients.Build long-term client relationships.Create consistent, predictable revenue.This show is hosted by industry experts:Ronan Ryle: Board of Directors of the PPA, Professional Photographers of America.Jonathan Ryle: Photography marketing funnel specialist.Steve Saporito: Serial portrait studio owner and photography educator.Jeanine McLeod: Family portrait photographer specializing in joyful, storytelling photography for parents.Tune In for Real-World StrategiesGain insights from professionals who know what it takes to build a successful photography business. Whether you're looking to increase client satisfaction, improve your sales, or align your work with what clients truly value, this episode is packed with actionable advice.Through fun, educational, and inspiring discussions, the Difference Maker Revolution aims to help you create a healthier society through photography.
Get ready for a lovely and super practical episode!This week, I'm hanging out with the amazing Brenda Pottinger—photographer, educator, and marketing genius. She also has a heart for giving back and before we chat about her easy marketing strategies, she shares her love for helping others using the power of photography.Who is Brenda? Well, with degrees in Art-Graphic Design and Mass Communications from Emory & Henry College, she jumped into the world of weddings and portraits in Cincinnati. Over the next 20 years, she built a thriving business, picked up a few well-earned photography degrees (like Master of Wedding Photography, Master of Photography, and Certified Professional Photographer), and even served on the PPA Council.Oh—and no big deal—she was nominated for Top Ten Wedding Album at the International Photographic Competition and named Photographer of the Year twice by Professional Photographers of Southwest Ohio!Inside this episode, we chat about:• How a Girl Scout camera sparked her lifelong love of photography• Her 7-step “Marketing Made Easy” method• Why it's all about relationships, not just ads and posts• Knowing exactly who you want to photograph (and how to find them)Brenda is also teaching a PPA Super One Day Workshop called Marketing Made Easy on May 14—don't miss it! Just log on to the PPA website to sign up for her class.Trust me, you're going to come away from this episode smiling and ready to tackle your marketing with way less stress.Want to learn more about Brenda?Visit: www.pottingerphoto.comConnect with Photography Business Coach Luci Dumas: Website Email: luci@lucidumas.comInstagram FacebookYouTube
If you've ever felt like your sales are a rollercoaster—busy one week, crickets the next—this episode is your wake-up call. Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan pull back the curtain on the hidden habits and mindset traps that sabotage consistency in your photography business.From elevating client lifetime value to unlocking the real power of average sale, this conversation will challenge the way you think about marketing, retention, and growth. Whether you're shooting boudoir, newborns, or branding sessions—this episode will make you rethink what it really takes to scale sustainably.
Oh friends, you're going to love this episode! I have been a fan of Karen McCall and her art, and met her in person at PPA's Imaging Expo this year. I am thrilled that she agreed to be my guest today because a true artist and Photoshop wizard. Karen's been rocking the photography world for 35+ years and has all the accolades—Team USA, Diamond Photographer of the Year, ASP State Elite Award for 7 years running—but what really impressed me is her down-to-earth heart for creativity and teaching.We dive deep into her passion for digital art—especially Photoshop painting and compositing—and how it's become not only her creative outlet, but also a profitable part of her photography business. and how art has been her business booster and her therapy.Some gems you'll hear:• The step-by-step of her creative painting process• How she approaches a new piece from scratch (hint: start with something you love!)• Why AI has a small role in her work—and why that's intentional• Tips for photographers who want to dip their toes into digital art• How art, joy, and profit can all go hand-in-handFYI…She has an amazing workshop “Photoshop Painting from Drab to Fab”, where students learn how to turn simple images into masterpieces.And she's sharing a free gift! Check out her site for downloadable goodies: education.karenmccall.comLet's show Karen some love!kmccallphoto@comcast.netwww.karenmccall.comJoin her Facebook Group: Photoshop Painting From Drab to FabConnect with Photography Business Coach Luci Dumas: Website Email: luci@lucidumas.comInstagram FacebookYouTube
In this episode, we discuss Ørsted's new report proposing a 30% reduction in offshore wind energy costs by 2040, and explore the potential role of automation in wind energy manufacturing. Plus a reminder to register for the next SkySpecs webinar, focused on turbine repair trends and best practices. And the La Joya Wind Farm in New Mexico is our wind farm of the week! Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard's StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary Barnes' YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Speaker: [00:00:00] You are listening to the Uptime Wind Energy Podcast brought to you by build turbines.com. Learn, train, and be a part of the Clean Energy Revolution. Visit build turbines.com today. Now, here's your host. Allen Hall, Joel Saxon, Phil Totaro, and Rosemary Barnes. Allen Hall: Well, you won't want to miss the next SkySpecs webinar, which is on April 30th at 11:00 AM Eastern Time us Which Joel, that's like, uh, it's like 5:00 PM Denmark time, right? Roughly. Joel Saxum: Mm. Mm-hmm. Allen Hall: Yeah. And this is the second webinar in the joint series with Uptime and PES Wind. This edition features industry leading repair vendors and discusses the latest trends, challenges, and innovations, shaping the turbine repair landscape. Now this is who schedule to appear. Sheryl Weinstein, principal blade engineer with SkySpecs and. If anybody knows Sheryl she knows Blades. This is [00:01:00] somebody you want to pay attention to. Alice Lyon, owner and CEO of Lyon technical access. Uh. Really knowledgeable about Blades. Craig Guthrie, who I've known for a long time now, director of Blade Service at Takkion and Jose Israel Mejia Rodriguez, who's director of engineering at RNWBL. And if you've worked with renewable, uh, they do a terrific job keeping turbines up and running. So this discussion will be, uh, talking about best practices for operators and owners and repair teams. But so just, there's a lot of confusion at times on, on how to. Keep your organization running smoothly. Well, these experts are gonna be giving you a, a lot of good advice and how to source repair vendors and, and how to evaluate vendors and get certifications and safety records, which are getting more and more critical as the season goes on. So you won't wanna miss this. April 30th, 11:00 AM Eastern us. Click the link in the show notes [00:02:00] below to to register for that event and tell a friend, because this is gonna be a, a great webinar. Ørsted has released a significant new report titled Offshore Wind at a Crossroads, and you can go on Google and download this document. It's, it's a pretty thick white paper and it examines the current state of the European offshore wind industry. And Rosemary and I were just over in Copenhagen. We saw. A lot of the offshore wind industry at the Wind Europe event. Now the report focuses on the urgent need to revitalize Europe's offshore wind industry, and it outlines the policies and industry action required to unlock investment and stabilize some of the costs and accelerate the deployment of offshore wind at. There are a number of highlights in this. The one of them or two of them, let's go with the big ones, which is, um, Ørsted proposed a joint commitment between the governments and industry to auction at least 10 gigawatts of CFD capacity over the next 10 years. So [00:03:00] 10 gigawatts per year over the next 10 years, which would be a hundred gigawatts plus another five that would be for c corporate offtake. So like a PPA, uh, sort of situation. And for doing this, with that commitment, the, the industry would then mobilize investment to try to lower the levelized cost of energy by 30% ...
Are your Facebook ads falling flat? Feel like you're shouting into the void and still booking no clients? You're not alone—and you're not broken. In this episode, Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan unpack the real reasons photographers struggle with Facebook marketing—and how to fix it. From defining your true client avatar to using ad copy that speaks directly to their secret desires, this conversation is a must-listen for any photographer tired of wasting money on ads that don't convert.You'll walk away with a clear, step-by-step roadmap to attract quality leads, turn them into paying clients, and make your marketing finally work for you.
Season 25, Episode 36: Shaun Boyce and Jim CarellaWelcome to today's tennis tips where Shaun invites RSPA and PPA certified pickleball pro Jim Carella (AKA Jimbo Pickleball). Today Jim talks about the Flick or Roll Volley. Keeping your opponents back with this slightly more advanced shot will keep you winning more oftenSpecial ThanksreGeovinate.com: For providing the studio space.Signature Tennis: For their continued support of the GoTennis! Podcast.Support the ShowEnjoyed the episode? Please leave us a 5-star review in your favorite podcast app! Your reviews help us reach more listeners and continue bringing you valuable tips.Visit LetsGoTennis.com for more racket sports content, event calendars, exclusive deals on products, and much more!If you loved this episode, please share it with your fellow players and friends. Let's share some racket sports love!
This week on Down the Garden Path, Joanne Shaw speaks with Ed Lyon, president-elect of the Perennial Plant Association. About Ed Lyon Throughout his public garden administration roles and green industry experience, Ed has been as passionate about education as he is about horticulture. He has had roles in public garden education departments and served as director of three public gardens for twenty years. He retired from public garden service in 2024 and currently sits on the Perennial Plant Association (PPA) board as president-elect. Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode: The challenges of managing botanical gardens in different regions. The Fling, in Memphis, June 5-8 The Perennial Plant Association Annual Symposium in Asheville for the organization's 40th anniversary Includes educational sessions, tours, and networking opportunities for horticulture professionals Covers various aspects of the industry, from plant breeding to wholesale operations The association focuses on herbaceous plants that come back year after year, excluding annuals, tropicals, and woody plants. PPA's role in promoting perennial plants through marketing and educational programs, including the selection of the Perennial Plant of the Year The perennial plant, Big Bluegrass, specifically the variety Blackhawks A native grass known for its dark purple to black stems Featured on PPA's website A potential winner for next year's award The concept of native plants and their classification Native plants can mutate and change The term "native" does not necessarily imply purity The challenges of finding plants that are both native and non-invasive The importance of considering climate change in plant selection The PPA's role in promoting plants that are readily available, hardy, and drought-resistant The process of selecting plants for the Perennial Plant of the Year award The PPA website: a valuable resource for gardeners seeking accurate information The value of attending horticultural symposiums and visiting gardens for education and inspiration How learning from other gardeners' experiences is often more valuable than books or online resources Staying updated with the latest horticultural research, as practices like tree planting methods have changed over time Climate change's impact on gardening and how the PPA symposium addresses these timely issues through expert speakers and research presentations Learn more about the Perennial Plant Association at perennialplant.org. Register for the 2025 PPA National Symposium here. Find them on Facebook @PerennialPlantAssociation and Instagram @PerennialPlantAssociation. Have a topic you'd like Joanne to discuss? Email your questions and comments to downthegardenpathpodcast@hotmail.com, or connect via her website at down2earth.ca. Find Down the Garden Path on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube: @downthegardenpathpodcast. Down the Garden Path Podcast On Down The Garden Path, professional landscape designer Joanne Shaw discusses down-to-earth tips and advice for your plants, gardens and landscapes. As the owner of Down2Earth Landscape Design, Joanne Shaw has been designing beautiful gardens for homeowners east of Toronto for over a decade. She does her best to bring you interesting, relevant and useful topics to help you keep your garden as low-maintenance as possible. In Down the Garden Path: A Step-By-Step Guide to Your Ontario Garden, Joanne and fellow landscape designer Matthew Dressing distill their horticultural and design expertise and their combined experiences in helping others create and maintain thriving gardens into one easy-to-read monthly reference guide. Get your copy today on Amazon. Don't forget to check out Down the Garden Path on your favourite podcast app and subscribe! You can now catch the podcast on YouTube.
What if your studio could do the selling for you?In this game-changing episode, Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan reveal how subtle shifts in your studio setup can turn curious visitors into loyal, high-spending clients—without you ever feeling like a “salesperson.”Whether you're building your first studio or rethinking your current setup, this episode is packed with surprising insights and proven strategies to transform your space into a silent sales machine.
Is AI going to destroy the photography industry—or elevate it?In this eye-opening episode, Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan dive deep into the real difference between photographers who will thrive in the age of AI… and those who won't survive it. Spoiler: It's not about gear, editing skills, or even talent. It's about something deeper.If you've ever wondered how to stay relevant, build deeper client relationships, and create work AI could never replicate, this is the conversation you've been waiting for.
Eric chats with Paul Cole, the CEO of EasyPro, a long-established company in the water gardening and lake/pond industries that recently became 100% employee-owned. They discuss the positive impacts of this transition on employee morale, teamwork, and innovation, as well as Cole's background and his decision to lead the company. The discussion also touches on EasyPro's extensive product offerings, their renewed focus on marketing and new product development, particularly in the pond sector, and their commitment to engaging with the industry and supporting contractors. Furthermore, they highlight EasyPro's increased participation in trade shows and events, including hosting a PPA event, and their desire to connect with the wider community and inspire the next generation in the water features industry. EasyPro Pond Products Key Takeaways: Consider the power of ownership and pride in your work, as seen in EasyPro's employee-owned model. Actively identify and address weaknesses, even when a business or endeavor is generally strong. Recognize the value of community, collaboration, and networking for growth and shared success. Think about engaging and inspiring the next generation in your field or passion. Commit to building genuine relationships and providing value beyond just transactions. Links to resources: Contractor Sales Secrets: ContractorSalesSecrets.com Water Garden Expo 2025: WGExpo.com The All American Koi Show: AllAmericanKoiShow.com Fitz Fish Ponds: Koi Trips Book A Call With Triplett: Call with Triplett The Pond Digger: https://theponddigger.com/ LA Pet Fair: https://www.lapetfair.com/ Atlantic-Oase: https://www.atlantic-oase.com/ You can also check out The Pond Digger's products at: http://helixpondfiltration.com/ TWT Contractor Circle TWT Contractor Power Circle And follow his adventures in the pond world at: Instagram Facebook TikTok
What if every wedding you photograph could hand you 4–6 portrait bookings, multiple album sales, and long-term client relationships—without spending a cent on ads?In this episode, Steve, Ronan, and Jonathan unpack how wedding photographers can get paid to market by flipping the way they view weddings—from one-time events into ongoing portrait pipelines and client connection engines.If you've ever thought weddings were exhausting one-offs, this will change your game.
Send us a textThis week I am delighted to be joined by Kayce Hodos as we're discussing perinatal mental health and why it's soo often overlooked as a natural part of pregnancy preparations.Kayce is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Perinatal Mental Health Specialist who helps anxious and overwhelmed moms navigate motherhood with confidence. Drawing from her own experience with postpartum anxiety and 20 years in the mental health field, she cuts through unrealistic parenting advice to deliver evidence-based mindfulness strategies that actually work. Whether her clients are struggling with sleep deprivation, feelings of isolation, or questioning their abilities as a mom, Kayce offers the professional guidance and genuine understanding they need to thrive. We discuss many things including;Why mental health prep is as important, if not more, than buying the right car seat.Why it is soo often overlooked.Why I hate the term "baby blues".How your partner can, and should, help. (and so should the rest of the village)Why a second, or third, child is more difficult mentally than the first (Sounds obvious, doesn't it?)Why not feeling an immediate connection with your child is completely normal!Why parents of twins are the ones you talk to when you want REAL parenting stories.And much, much moreYou can find Kayce in all the usual places;Her websiteInstagramThreads Get 30% (!!!) off coaching with Kayce (As you know, I do NOT take commisions or referral monies) For support regarding perinatal mental health, you can call the Postpartum Support International (PSI) helpline at 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD) or text HOME to 741741 for the National Crisis Text LineIn the US National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-852-6262 (1-833-TLC-MAMA). As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic If you could rate the podcast on your favourite platform that would be a big help. Playing us out this week; "Dizzie" by September
President Trump convenes another Cabinet meeting and it's glorious to listen to. The adults are now back in charge and the winning is multiplying. Senate Republicans are at odds over Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" may not pass until after July! Trump estimates $4 Trillion dollars worth of companies are moving back to the US and Trump NATSEC team's group chat on Houthi strikes accidentally includes Editor in Chief of the Atlantic Jeffrey Goldberg.
In this episode of the Difference Maker Revolution podcast, hosts Ronan, Jeanine, and Jonathan dive deep into the transformative power of AI in the photography industry. They discuss how photographers can leverage technology to enhance their workflow, improve client relationships, and ultimately deliver more meaningful experiences.Key Takeaways:The Role of AI: Discover how AI can automate tedious tasks like retouching and culling, freeing up photographers to focus on what truly matters—connecting with clients and delivering exceptional value.Client-Centric Approach: Learn why understanding your ideal client is crucial for success. The hosts emphasize the importance of creating client avatars to tailor services and marketing strategies effectively.Continuous Improvement: The conversation highlights the necessity of a growth mindset. The hosts share personal anecdotes and insights on how incremental improvements can lead to significant results over time.Community and Collaboration: The power of networking and learning from peers is discussed, showcasing how collaboration can amplify success in the photography business.Real-World Applications: The hosts recount experiences from recent workshops, illustrating how practical role-playing and feedback can enhance learning and skill development .
Zane Navratil and Thomas Shields talk to Christian Alshon, Tyra Black, and Paris Todd about their most recent gold medal wins at the PPA Texas Open, Ben Johns' calling out of yelling during matches, their goals for the coming year, and much more. Christian Alshon is one of the fastest-rising stars in the world of Pickleball. His gold medal win at the PPA CIBC Texas Open was his second in a row. Overall he has 12 PPA medals and is ranked 9th in men's doubles and 8th in men's singles as of this recording. This was Tyra Black and Paris Todd's first doubles gold together. After a tough semi-finals match against The Girlies, they took care of business in the finals and won the tournament. On their way to the finals, they did not lose a game. Finally, Zane and Thomas talk to Jason Apses about the new SpotON Review System that was used on the championship court at the Texas Open. Jason explains why it was used, how it works, and the overall goals for its use moving forward. Pickleballs take 100 years to breakdown in a landfill. This new BioBall™ only takes 5 years, it lasts 5x longer on the court than anything else, and we all loved it in our play tests. Save 10% with code THEDINK https://komodopickleball.com/products... Pickleball's #1 subscription box is here https://www.thedink.shop/ Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' free e-newsletter at https://www.thedink.beehiiv.com / thedinkpickleball -Follow us on IG -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: / thedi. . -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Zane Ford is quickly burning his way through the pro ranks. With his flashy style and unique accessories, he is catching attention (and some ricochets) from the competition. Andrei Daescu is one of the older players on the PPA Tour but he's had a resurgence unlike any other. After dominating on the APP Tour, he's moved to the PPA and won three straight men's doubles titles. We dig in on the secrets to his success. Finally, rumors are swirling about the lavish promises of international pickleball that have not come to fruition. Pickleball World Rankings CEO Pran Kohli joins the pod to explain why the tour has been delayed and what the future looks like for PWR. Pickleballs take 100 years to breakdown in a landfill. This new BioBall™ only takes 5 years, it lasts 5x longer on the court than anything else, and we all loved it in our play tests. Save 10% with code THEDINK https://komodopickleball.com/products/bioball?srsltid=AfmBOooBGMnny9yZ7LGDmm_kv2oPLvn3ZKbMUlJUXftTFVumY815CdJJ&sca_ref=8092923.JzF5RFN4VCnZ8y Pickleball's #1 subscription box is here https://www.thedink.shop/ Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedink.beehiiv.com https://www.instagram.com/thedinkpickleball/ -Follow us on IG -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball ------------------ Zane Ford 0:00 Violent Pickleball 2:34 Zane's tennis background 6:30 Going full time pickleball 7:22 Leg sleeves and no lenses 10:55 Going toe-to-toe with Jaume Martinez Vich 15:05 Navigating being the New Guy 17:50 Media training and on-court training and future goals 20:38 Zane is headlining the NY Hustlers 21:41 Zane's extreme grip 26:25 Balancing spin and power with the semi-western grip 28:10 Blind ranking paddle brands Andrei Daescu 32:40 Andrei three-peated and is still underrated 34:55 Carrying Ben Johns to gold 38:59 What happened to the philosophy tweets? 42:10 Andrei is the Nadal of pickleball 45:55 Do you miss grinding on the APP Tour? 48:54 What happened with the suspension last year? 51:12 Blind ranking tennis converts 56:40 The Proton team bonding 59:15 Pickleball World Rankings under the microscope Pran Kohli 1:08:27 1:01:44 PWR dealing with delays 1:13:45 Team valuations were too low 1:17:00 Do the teams have owners? 1:20:02 Allegations of players not being paid 1:23:18 The new timeline for 2025 1:18:40 Indian taxes and documentation affecting payments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The demand for power driven by datacenter expansion is a global challenge and European markets are responding with some interesting aspects. With there has been a strong renewable component to energy supply, the complexity of the energy grid has meant that unified approaches were elusive. At the same time energy markets have faced three crises – demand reduction from the COVID pandemic, strong renewable investment and market disruption from the Russian-Ukraine war. Into this congested environment, Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) offer a way to channel investment in new generation capacity. The EU has just announced guarantees for non-investment grade PPA's, creating the possibility for expanded markets and extending the ability to treat them as an addition to commodity markets for energy. Energy generation projects have become increasingly hybrid, bringing together multiple renewable sources with energy storage. Smoothing out renewable peaks can help it better address base load demand. Nuclear remains an expensive option, with approaches like Small Modular Reactors (SMR) still being a long ways off. There is the potential to have AI improve grid efficiency, by balancing demand and generation, an almost circular relationship, given that it is driving so much of demand. That will require more decentralization of the grid to increase flexibility and the acceptance of cryptographic protections for data sovereignty could allow workload placement near sources of power generation. There is a lot of potential for what has become an urgent issue. More S&P Global Content: What is an 'AI datacenter'? Platts London Energy Forum 2025 AI, datacenters and power: The European landscape heading into 2025 The role of nuclear in AI's future Datacenters and energy 101 — Powering through renewable intermittency 2025 US datacenters and nuclear energy report Credits: Host/Author: Eric Hanselman Guests: Ayça Taşlı, Pedro Schweizer Producer/Editor: Amaan Zafar, Donovan Menard and Odesha Chan Published With Assistance From: Sophie Carr, Feranmi Adeoshun, Kyra Smith
Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:16 - Babolat Jet Mach 3 code1:50 - BOA Head Motion Pro 6:04 - PPA challenger events13:46 - new weight setup for the Franklin C4518:48 - Is everyones perception of power skewed right now?27:59 - Q&A28:16 - Why does Aizec call you Christopher?30:34 - Why are companies making paddles light?34:44 - How do you know whether to modify a paddle or change paddles?39:46 - The difference between lead densities?43:05 - Favorite part about your job?45:26 - Do you guys like Flick Weights?53:54 - What is the best format for local tournaments? 1:00:46 - Have we reached peak paddle performance?
Giorgia Meloni, intervenendo in Senato prima del Consiglio europeo, ha ribadito l'importanza dell'alleanza con gli Stati Uniti, la centralità della NATO e il rifiuto di un mero "riarmo puro", sottolineando la necessità di garanzie finanziarie per l'aumento della spesa per la difesa. Ha inoltre criticato l'eccessiva regolamentazione europea, sostenendo la necessità di maggiore semplificazione. Sul tema dei dazi, ha escluso rappresaglie contro gli USA, avvertendo che una guerra commerciale danneggerebbe tutti. Parallelamente, Mario Draghi ha presentato al Parlamento il suo Rapporto sulle sfide dell'Europa, individuando tre priorità: innovazione, decarbonizzazione e difesa. Ha proposto investimenti per 800 miliardi, con un approccio basato su debito comune e una deregolamentazione significativa ma controllata. Ha anche sottolineato la necessità che l'Europa agisca come un unico Stato, soprattutto alla luce dei cambiamenti nella politica estera statunitense. Ne parliamo con Dino Pesole, editorialista de Il Sole 24 Ore.Draghi, per rilancio competitività Ue priorità è ridurre bolletteMario Draghi, in audizione al Parlamento, ha indicato la riduzione del costo dell'energia come priorità per rilanciare la competitività europea. Ha evidenziato l'aumento dei prezzi del gas e dell'elettricità in Europa, sottolineando che l'Italia è tra i Paesi più colpiti, con costi dell'energia significativamente superiori rispetto a Francia, Spagna e Germania. Per contrastare il caro energia, si discute una riforma del mercato europeo che disaccoppi il prezzo del gas da quello dell'elettricità, proposta sostenuta dal governo italiano. Tuttavia, Elettricità Futura contesta questa strategia, affermando che il vero problema è la scarsa diffusione dei contratti a lungo termine (PPA), ritenuti lo strumento più efficace per stabilizzare i prezzi, e chiede lo sblocco di 150 gigawatt di energia rinnovabile fermi per questioni burocratiche. Il commento è di Giuseppe Argirò, Amministratore Delegato CVA Compagnia Valdostana delle acque.
Send us a textIn this episode Tyler and Jimmy discuss this week's PPA event, the PPA Cape Coral Open. With wild wind conditions they recap the tournament, which was filled with many upsets as well as some heated discussions. Jaume Martinez Vich goes at it with LingWei Kong and Zane Ford, while Ben Johns goes down by a 16-year-old player. Tyler and Jimmy discuss the top talent, emphasizing how CJ Klinger and Christian Alshon, among others, have solidified their place as the best of the best. They round out the episode with a quick preview into this upcoming PPA Texas Open tournament and answer your questions. Let us know what topics we should cover in future episodes, thanks for following along!—————————Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/ Use Code "KOTC" for $100 Savings on C&D Pickleball Nets: https://bestpickleballnets.com/ Use Code "KOTC" to save 10% on Modballs:https://modballs.com/products/modballs Use Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear: https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pagesNEW KOTC DISCORD https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemfInstagram: Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pbKOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt Facebook: / tyler.loong --0:00 Intro7:24 Cougars Basketball08:03 Necker Island08:59 PWR17:47 PPA Cape Coral Recap18:23 Men's Singles Recap25:27 Women's Singles Recap31:12 C&D Nets34:17 Mixed Doubles Recap49:24 Men's Doubles Recap1:00:26 Women's Doubles Recap1:03:53 Vulcan1:05:26 Holey1:06:35 PPA Texas Open Preview1:15:20 Q&A
Are you embracing AI in your photography business, or are you burying your head in the sand? In this episode, Ronan, Jonathan, Steve, and Jeanine dive deep into the game-changing role of AI in photography, business automation, and marketing strategies. This discussion unpacks the shifting landscape of professional photography and how AI is both a challenge and an opportunity for photographers worldwide.We explore:✅ How AI is revolutionizing photo editing, marketing, and workflow automation✅ Why some photographers soar like eagles while others fear AI like an ostrich✅ The power of client experience and building long-term relationships in a competitive market✅ How AI-powered tools are changing the game for photographers✅ The difference-maker mindset: How top photographers stay ahead in an AI-driven worldWhether you're a portrait photographer, wedding photographer, commercial studio owner, or photography entrepreneur, this episode will help you navigate AI's role in the future of your business.
Mike Luckovich — Atlanta Journal-Constitution Donald Trump's embarrassing DOGE assault on every corner of government continues to misfire. The strategy: set a target for cuts in each agency, immediately fire workers with no consideration of their contribution to making government work, backtrack when those cuts blow up. In the words of Elon Musk, "we'll make mistakes will act quick to correct." But the reality is that “all the king's horses, all the king's men, can't put complex programs back together again.” And that means chaos for all Americans and around the world literally tens-of-thousands, many of them children, dying. Anybody want to buy the Department of Justice HQ? FBI HQ? Invent a bird flu vaccine? Put out forest fires In Michigan, we have two national figures looming high in the headlines. Elissa Slotkin has vaulted onto the national stage with a spot-on response to Trump's 99 minutes of self congratulations and grievances. Pete Buttigieg tells Stephen Colbert that he's definitely looking at running for U.S. Senate, possibly setting up an All-Star Democratic primary. With the beginning of Trump's North American trade war the state's shoppers face ever-higher prices for groceries, the state's farmers brace for massive export reductions, and everything imported, and the auto manufacturers get a 30-day reprieve as they deal with the uncertainty over tariffs. Also on our radar: Dana Nessel launches a podcast with Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes Trump retreats from tariffs, delaying disaster for domestic auto production by 30 days Misdirection: DOGE is a cover for cutting $4.5-trillion in taxes Presidents Musk and Trump are setting the stage to destroy Social Security Great news for the Fact-Checker industry: the lies continue to fly from DJT's mouth, including claims about transgender mice, Gaza condoms, financial support for Ukraine and money for Tracey Abrams Joining the conversation is longtime Lansing insider Jeff Padden, the founder of the non-partisan Lansing think tank Public Policy Associates. Jeff has more than 35 years of experience in the public policy arena, including 10 years as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives, where he chaired the House Corrections Committee. In addition, he served as deputy director of the Michigan Department of Commerce and director of the Governor's Human Investment Project. He was first elected to the Michigan House after an upset primary victory over the then-chairman of the House Appropriations Committee. Since founding PPA in 1991, Padden has led multiyear, multisite evaluations for clients such as the U.S. Department of Labor, the Ford Foundation, and the James Irvine Foundation. Jeff has designed and led technical assistance and training programs for public agencies and nonprofits. At the state and national levels, he has guided clients in the development of new strategies, policies, and initiatives. This episode is sponsored in part by =========================== EPIC ▪ MRA, a full service survey research firm with expertise in • Public Opinion Surveys • Market Research Studies • Live Telephone Surveys • On-Line and Automated Surveys • Focus Group Research • Bond Proposals - Millage Campaigns • Political Campaigns & Consulting • Ballot Proposals - Issue Advocacy Research • Community - Media Relations • Issue - Image Management • Database Development & List Management =========================== Rob Rogers — Tinyview.com
Tiff and Kristy explain how viewing claims as stories can improve how practices can streamline that process. They touch on doctor-led language to use from start to finish, how artificial intelligence can improve the process, safety protocols to implement, and more. Episode resources: Sign up for Dental A-Team's Virtual Summit 2025! Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:01.881) Hello Dental A Team listeners. I am so excited to be here with you today. I have the one and only this Kristy back on the podcast today. She has done at least one other podcast with me so far. Kristy is a consultant here on our team. If you have not gotten the chance to meet her yet, please hop on over to our social or hangouts. We've got our Doctor Collab that we do every single month and our doctor and team kind of round table get together that she's at every single week. So if you're a current client, you know where to find her. I hope that you've had the chance to meet her. If you are a listener and not yet a client and you haven't met Kristy yet, Kristy, welcome. We are just so excited to have you here. And I know I probably don't say this enough, but I'm just so happy to have you on the team and Dental A Team is so happy and so proud. to welcome you into our team and our family. You've been here now for, it feels like forever, like you started with us seven, eight years ago, but you've been here now for, gosh, I'll go on your fourth month and I'm so excited. You've got so many amazing things under your belt and your wealth of knowledge is massive. So, Kristy, how are you today? Thank you for being here, but how are you doing? You're pumped? Kristy (00:57.848) Thank Kristy (01:15.502) Yes, Mary Pump. It's a subject that is near and dear and and help benefit doctors and teams. So I'm excited to be here. Thank you. The Dental A Team (01:25.134) Good, you're welcome, you're welcome. And I do kind of try to make sure that when I do pick the topics that we're going to talk about and who's going to talk about them with me, I do kind of choose based on your passion because I know all of us can do most of the things. Like all of us have been around a block of time or two, but I know we all each have our individual passions set aside of things that really, really drive us or areas where You've seen incredible massive results and Kristy, this one today, I actually think you've seen massive results on a client already that you've been working one-on-one with when it comes to this subject matter. So I think it's really cool. Thank you for being here with us. Doctors who are joining us today and team members alike, I'm really excited for this one. Our main goal at Dental A Team is to produce results for you. We want you to have a thriving. Wonderful practice and business that supports a lifestyle that you want to live. So our goal is always to increase profitability, increase joy and happiness, and make sure that your business is supporting that life and it's working for you, not you always looking for your business. So our subject matter today, I want you guys, doctors, and then team members who are listening to it that maybe your doctor sent it to you or hasn't listened to it yet. Make sure that you guys actually truly do listen to this one. The title. is going to be, it's going to say something, I don't know yet around optimizing claim results. And I don't want it to just get shuffled over to your team because docs were actually speaking to you guys today. Team members can pick up the bits and pieces as well, because I think you are going to be able to do that in tandem. But docs, these are areas actually where you can help hold some accountability lines and where you can help provide a ton of value and information back into optimizing your claims for the best results. The reason that we talk about this, reason it's so important is because, gosh, a lot of your money's actually tied up in claims processing. Even if you're a fee-for-service practice, if you're sending claims on behalf of the client, on behalf of the patients, by any means, you're getting a lot of money wrapped up and tied into the claims. And then you've got a whole human, a whole body, who's wrapped up in not only sending those claims and like doing their best to get as much money as they can in as possible, but they're also spending a lot of time on the phone with insurance companies. The Dental A Team (03:48.763) with the claims departments trying to get that money into the practice. So if we can streamline a lot of those places and spaces and just get that money returned as soon as that claim's received, I think it just helps to reduce a lot of the overload, reduce a lot of the work and overhead in a lot of spaces. So today is all about how you guys, doctors, and your back office support team can help optimize those claims. so that your billing department can just shoot them off easy peasy style. And then also kind of like some futuristic talk on some things that we see coming down the pipeline. So Kristy, I mentioned that you've already got a couple of practices really, actually, I've seen quite a few of your practices already, working on streamlining their claims processes. A lot of doctors who are learning how to do the claims themselves just so that they can help their team and support their team. And I think it's brilliant actually because those doctors now see it from a different angle. So it's kind of like, yeah, they do need that thing. Like that thing that I'm like, it's fine, dental assistant that we didn't get it, it's okay. Now their brains are like, no, actually we do need it in order to get paid. So I think it's brilliant that you have a lot of them doing that. But with that said, Kristy, what are some key spaces that you really had your current doctors now or doctors you've worked with in the past and doctors you will work with in the future? Where do you have them really focusing a lot of energy on? to ensure that those claims processes are optimized and can just be sent out really easily. Kristy (05:17.644) Yeah, honestly, Tiff, I believe it's in the tools, you know. A lot of it is our x-rays, intra-oral pictures, and even clinical notes, if you will. And we can dive deeper into each of those, but definitely utilizing the tools and making the most of each of them. Really, that claim has to tell a story, right? And it tells a story of what happened from start to finish with the patient. The Dental A Team (05:48.273) Yeah, I love that. And I love that you mentioned those pieces. And I think specifically, like, we'll dive into the x-rays because I think that one's pretty common. We've been doing that for a long time, but then I to take a lot more time on a couple of the other pieces that are in tandem there. But on the x-rays, I've been a dental assistant, right? And I've been like, it's OK. It's fine. Or like, dang it, doctor. Like, do I really have to retake that x-ray? Because like, I've taken 16 already on this patient. So what is it that they're looking for? Kristy (05:50.446) you The Dental A Team (06:17.318) on the x-ray that you can help key in. So when a doctor walks in and sees that x-ray, if it doesn't have these parameters or if it's, you know, cut over here, like what should they have set in place where even the dental assistant or hygienist knows, actually that's a retake, like I need to retake that. What are those spaces that most of the time, if a claim's lucky enough to get to the doctor auditor, what are they looking for specifically that you know of on those x-rays? Kristy (06:43.596) Yeah, obviously depending on what procedure we're doing, again, the x-ray has to tell a story, right? So if for some reason we're doing a crown and you cut off the clinical portion of the crown, that x-ray probably isn't gonna work. So a lot of people think, we need a PPA for a crown and they're getting the apex of the tooth when really we need to see that clinical portion of the crown. But again, it's a two dimensional The Dental A Team (07:10.782) Yeah. Kristy (07:13.52) right? So if that x-ray isn't showing the fracture or the break, we have to use our other tools or pull them into it. But specifically for the x-rays, thinking is this capturing what I'm seeing visually in the mouth as well, right? The Dental A Team (07:29.501) Yeah, yeah, that's brilliant. I love that you said that's got to have the crown if you're doing the crown, you got to the crown of the tooth, you got to have the top there. So because I know sometimes they do get cut, right, we'll get the apex really well. And then we're like, okay, but I've got two x-rays, if you smash them together, I've got both of the pieces. It's like maybe sometimes, or a bite wing. But also, I think, and I've done this a time like with your premolars, right, if you don't have it just right, then you're, you're not getting just the individual tooth right now, I've got overlap. So then it's kind of hard to, especially I know for me when I was a dental assistant, I would overlap a lot, right? In the beginning, especially, but I'd be like, come on. And the doctor's like, okay, but it's an open margin on the current crown. And I can't see that. I can visually in the mouth, but on the x-ray, I can't see the ledge because there's an overlap. So making sure too, I think for going backwards a little even, maybe even at diagnosis, that makes me think like, when you diagnose it, making sure you're putting the reason for the diagnosis in your notes so that when you go back to it, that patient now comes back in for that treatment. Even the dental assistant, if that's today you're taking the x-ray, right, can look at why are we doing this? I would love for the dental assistant and the support team to know why we're doing things, no matter what. So why are we doing this? Because even at that point, she or he can look at that x-ray and be like, okay, does that make sense in conjunction? Does this x-ray make sense and work in conjunction with the reason that I read for that? So making sure maybe even from a doctor's standpoint that we're always vocalizing it and then it's getting in those clinical notes at diagnosis. And then we're teaching and training our team to utilize those pieces just as much as they do. What's your thought on that? And then I think that kind of slides into then also intraoral photos. Always, if you can do an x-ray and an intraoral photo, I think the insurance companies are like, great, you just made my job easy. Now I've got everything and it's quick to pass it in as a paid claim. What are your thoughts on those pieces? Kristy (09:30.22) Yeah, I think there's two things there, Tip. You pretty much mentioned an app diagnosis, and that's a huge proponent of this because many times we're not doing that treatment same day. And from a time standpoint, right, we don't want doctor to have to come back in and re-diagnose it because we've put the picture up there and he can't even see why we're doing it, right? So again, that x-ray needs to show a story. And if it doesn't, then to piggyback on what you said, let's make The Dental A Team (09:52.093) Thank you. Kristy (10:00.154) sure we're using our intraoral pictures to take a picture if it's not showing the abfraction or you know the broken tooth or just the reason why we're doing it because again from a claim standpoint we're at we're sending that in and asking them to pay on something for treatment that we've done and if they can't see it because they don't have the pleasure of having a patient sit in front of them right so making sure we're utilizing that but The Dental A Team (10:24.004) Yeah. Yeah. Kristy (10:30.134) like I said from a time standpoint making sure that clinical note says why are we doing this and be specific you know not just that there's a crack in the tooth but maybe it's a distal buckle fracture running across the floor of the tooth or you know be very specific so they don't have to go back and re-diagnose at time of treatment as well. The Dental A Team (10:42.992) Yeah. Yeah. The Dental A Team (10:53.535) I agree. think you encompassed all of those pieces there. The x-ray that needs to show the pieces, the intra-oral photos, but then also the clinical notes, the pre-clinical notes for sure, right? The clinical notes at the exam date, but then also you kind of mentioned like, where is it? So even if it's on the, even if it is in the exam notes, it needs to come back again and follow through to the clinical notes on the day the treatment was done. Because now what I'm thinking, if I'm doing these pieces, right? I'm thinking, okay, what's the person like, behind me, the next person that has to have a touch point on this patient's case, what are they going to need in order to do their jobs the best? And my billing coordinator was always like, I just need more information. I need better descriptors or better adjectives even, making sure, like you said, we're really encompassing where that fracture is, maybe how big it is. I know there's a lot of buildups out there that are done because keywords, 75 % or more of the tooth structure has been lost. you've lost three out of four cusps, you've lost like how much of that tooth is missing, how much of the tooth was replaced. Those pieces actually do, I think, tend to make a difference and those pieces come from your clinical side. So your doctor's vocalizing those pieces and oftentimes docs, you are vocalizing those pieces, but it's not always getting translated into the notes. So making sure you're training your team on how important that is because now your billing coordinator can go in and just copy and paste that clinical note. they're not a clinician. They shouldn't be writing their own stories, right? They shouldn't be trying to depict their own story from piecing all these things together. They should be able to go to your clinical notes, copy what it says, and paste it for the doctor who's going to be looking at it on claim state. My opinion or my concern, right, would be if there's not enough easy data to read, to see, to just say an easy yes, I think it's an easy no. And so I think We have to assume, right, that insurance companies are, we know everyone's out, every business is there to make a profit. Insurance companies are not different than that. So for them to say yes, absolutely, to every single claim, like, that's just not, it's never going to happen in the world we live in today. So to assume that they want to say no, you've got to convince them to say yes. I think that kind of a mindset, Kristy, keeps you in the space The Dental A Team (13:20.065) on the clinical side of how do I convince someone who's not sitting here in my chair with my eyes seeing this patient right now, how do I convince them out of no to say, yes, this patient needed that? How do you, how do you feel about that kind of mindset? And have you seen that with doctors? Like how does a doctor, from your standpoint, you do fantastic at mindset and, leadership and training. How would you help a doctor kind of sit in that kind of a mindset? is it's very easy to be like, I hate insurance companies, I'm not doing this. It's so easy to get to that space of like, I'm over it, I'm not doing this anymore, but how do we keep them in that space of no, I'm actually here to convince them that it's a yes. Kristy (14:01.408) Yeah, I think part of it is just really taking the time to see it from their standpoint, right? And making sure, I mean, just in anything we want to know that The Dental A Team (14:08.58) Thank Kristy (14:16.14) we're doing the right thing, right? So as long as we're coming in it with that mindset that there is without a shadow of a doubt, again, even a doctor going from the diagnostic phase to having the treatment, right? How many times have we seen a doctor come back in and go, now, why did we treat a plant of crown on this too? Right? So if we have that doubt, because we don't have that narrative, why would the insurance company not have that same doubt, right? So just flipping The Dental A Team (14:31.15) Yeah. The Dental A Team (14:45.218) Yeah. Yeah. Kristy (14:46.164) that script to go, I know our doctors are doing good care and doing what's right for the patient, we just need that data to support what we're doing. So easily coming from that perspective, it usually flips the doctors, you know, to thinking. Yeah, thinking the other way. So. The Dental A Team (15:03.502) mindset. Yeah, that's beautiful. That's beautiful. And I think that helps too then to think, okay, well, what x-rays, you know, what x-rays do I need? And what intra-orals? If I couldn't see this patient's mouth today, what pictures would I potentially need in order to confirm or deny that yes, I do in fact need to do this treatment? So if I, I might think if I'm a, if I'm a doctor clinician, I might think, okay, if I go back two weeks ago, look through the diagnosis that I did, could I say yes or no, like support these diagnoses based on the data that I have at hand. And that I think kind of helps flip that script too. And realistically, think regardless, it's probably just good common practice to have a lot of that stuff on hand anyway, because it's not just the dental insurance. There's other board cases and things like that that You really do. Having the stuff behind you is just a safety protocol. And while it might take a couple extra seconds, like chair time and while the patient's in there, I think it saves potentially a really long, rigorous amount of time later on both aspects. Fighting for a claim to get paid and then prepping for something unthinkable. You guys, we always have to think of worst-case scenario. How do I get prepped for that? Because if we're not prepped for it it happens, well, shoot. I've seen it happen, right? And I'm like, girl, I don't know, my hands are tied. But I think that kind of mindset you're describing really would go hand in hand and just be a safety protocol for a practice. So making sure we've got all of those. And I know, gosh, a long time ago, because I was in practice taking x-rays at this time, which was feels like a whole lifetime ago at this point, but they really started requiring even in our PAs and intraorals for anterior fillings, which at that point, I was like, throw the claims in the air, I'm over this. That's ridiculous. But when we started taking, we started implementing them in the practice, taking those PAs once a year, we found decay that we didn't find before. We were like, well, shoot, this is why things like that happen. So x-rays like apex and crown of the tooth for sure, but also making sure like even if it's just fillings, you've got the data to back it up. Intraorals, I think always. Kristy (16:59.918) You The Dental A Team (17:24.102) I just love interaurals for everything, and I think a lot of people take the extra aural photos now too, which are insanely helpful, especially for the like, bruxism and the wear, things like that. But then you mentioned also the clinical notes, making sure those clinical notes are really dialed in and they say what you need it to say in a clinical way. Your clinical notes don't have to be readable by layman's term, right? They need to be, they need to work for doctor's terms. They need to work for your terms. So making sure those pieces are there. Before we just stick to those three, before we got started today, you actually even mentioned like AI. And I think AI is just like this crazy thing that's just, I mean, the amount of like emails that my boyfriend has written with his AI tool that have gotten him way past like the point of, you know, like he thought this was never going to be resolved. And then he's got email held, like it's been insane. So I'm so excited. And I know the world is excited for all this AI stuff to come in. Kristy (18:04.718) Thank The Dental A Team (18:24.369) But I'm excited to see how it really truly benefits the patient. And so Kristy, just ideas out there, like how do you think these AI pieces, Pearl and all of these companies and even just writing narratives, but how do you feel like that's gonna play a role in optimizing the claims and really helping practices get that, get them cleaned up faster? Kristy (18:44.076) Yeah, I'm going to take one step back and then go forward on AI, but because you did such a good job on the intraoral pictures too, I want to also make a comment here about that too. It's not just in the doctor's realm, but also in the hygiene realm too. Like when hygiene is doing perio measurements, right? And they're diagnosing for perio, snap an intraoral picture of that bleeding. That picture will go The Dental A Team (19:01.232) Mm-hmm. That's it. The Dental A Team (19:12.589) Yeah. Kristy (19:14.01) long way when you're doing your perio services. But with that being said, that also ties to the AI because what I'm seeing with AI is the offices that have it, they are not getting the rejected claims because the AI is so consistent in measuring the amount of tooth structure, right? The amount of decay, the bone levels. And so it just, it doesn't lie. The Dental A Team (19:28.637) Yeah. Kristy (19:42.702) It is consistent and there's no bias within the AI. So truly, I have yet to find a claim that has been sent to insurance that has x-rays, intraoral pictures, and or AI technology attached to validate the treatment they've done. I have not heard of anybody have a claim denied. Yeah. The Dental A Team (19:59.238) Yeah. The Dental A Team (20:05.57) That's amazing. I think one thing that I heard too, I don't know if it's implemented yet, but I can't imagine that it won't be, is the insurance companies actually having their own on their side that you send in your x-rays, you send in those those pieces and they shoot it through their own AI spaces. And so then it's like confirming your AI and your diagnosis or your no AI if you didn't send it, but it kind of feels like even not having that tool within your practice is like, that's again that like safety protocol, like what are all the safety measurements I can put into place to make sure that I'm covered? It almost feels like one of those systems or tools might be just a good safety net for that. Have you seen, I mean, I know we don't work with the insurance companies, but have you heard of that yet or in your speakings? No? Yeah. Kristy (20:53.546) Yeah, sorry, I have heard that. In fact, one of the things that we've talked about from an insurance perspective is insurance companies know more about doctors than doctors know about them. I bet if you asked an insurance company how many crowns a doctor did, they could answer that question so much faster than even the doctor. And so, yeah, we would be fooling ourselves to think insurance companies are not using AI on us as well. The Dental A Team (21:11.081) That's fair. The Dental A Team (21:22.131) Totally, totally fair point. Because even just pulling like how many claims it takes us, we're like, I don't know, where do I find that information? And we're like, hobbling back and forth trying to find it. That's a really good point. They just click a button and they know it. I love that. So from a clinician standpoint, from our doctor's standpoint, I think they have a ton of control over the tools they're using to diagnose and then passing those tools. I think that's how I would. want a doctor to think about it, right? Like, what tools did I utilize to diagnose this because someone else has to diagnose it without the patient in front of them and confirm my diagnosis, which is annoying. I agree with you guys. I'm 100 % behind you on that, but it's the way it is. safety protocols put into place, safety nets are clinical x-rays, clinically readable x-rays, intra-orals, notes. And something we didn't really hit on... But I think you mentioned earlier, Kristy, that I think is really important with the notes is the note templates. So making sure, right, that the doc can have, even your support team should be able to fill in a lot of the clinical note for you because they're there to dictate what you're saying. And so they can dictate that and then utilize that template. And the doctor then goes back later to confirm, just like the other guys are confirming for you, that those notes are correct. Now, Kristy, Do you do it the same way? I'm assuming, right, because we all have been in this world together for a long time in the dental world, but do you do the same thing and train your dentist to train their team members to do that as well? Fill in the templates, the support team supporting them, filling in those templates. Kristy (22:59.618) Yeah, I know there are a lot of doctors that like to do their notes because they want to make sure the details are there. But having those templates and the doctors can create those templates, right, for each procedure. We still want them to be custom notes, right? But the basis for what we do, like usually there's only a few types of anesthetic we use or how many different composite materials do we use? You know what I mean? We can have those basics in there and then the doctor can The Dental A Team (23:26.748) Okay. Kristy (23:29.592) go back and verify anything that the assistant has updated and if there's anything to add they can do it and sign off on those notes but absolutely having those templates can can help time wise and I will also say you know with the notes and billing insurances back in the day we used all these cam narratives and guys if you're doing that we need to get out of that habit truly it has to be a custom note and you're seeing it more and more where they want it cropped, you know, they want it taken from the actual narrative in the clinical note. So it's very important that we do have those details in there. The Dental A Team (24:00.651) Yeah. The Dental A Team (24:11.78) I love that and I totally agree and I think that also then if our team is supporting us in that and getting them done, I have a lot of doctors that are like, I'm so far behind on notes, I've got two weeks worth and I'm like, oh my gosh, to me, I'm like, that's two weeks worth of claims that probably have not seen the light of day except for your profis that have gone out. That also helps clean that up where if our support team is doing them, our doctors are going back through adding their snippets that they need to, but confirming it, signing it off. now tomorrow my billing rep can get in first thing in the morning and send all of today's claims off. So I think it helps. We're talking about optimizing, like we want to optimize in every level. want all those safety nets together of how did I diagnose this? How do I confirm it? But then also we want it all prepped and ready to go. So our team can take it and just get it out there. The longer it sits there. the worse it gets. There's timely filing for sure, which is a year, but you guys have to think, I have a year, that's awesome. But if I wait three months because I didn't get my notes done and then my girls have to fight to get it paid, like it's just not worth it and you're overhead. So great points, Kristy. So optimizing claims, if we're to it up, you guys, literally, I think Kristy, the best thing we can like summarize all this is how did I diagnose it? And what are those safety nets? And how am I going to allow someone who's not sitting here to diagnose it and confirm it? So x-rays clinically, readable x-rays, intraoral photos. I love that you said the perio as well. I know the calculus, the nasty like, you know, behind the teeth pictures, those are always fantastic as well. And then notes, I think the templates is a brilliant idea. And adding that AI piece in there, I think is like the biggest safety net of all because it's all there. One thing I do want to mention, and I know this because I've got a lot of doctors who are like, oh, I didn't even look for the x-ray until after the fact. And it happens. It's whatever, right? We've got, you diagnose it, you do it, whatever. If you get in the habit of, your x-ray is not up on the screen, you don't touch a tooth, you'll never run into that again. We used to run into it in my practice constantly. And my billing rep was like, I don't know what to do because we're not going to get these claims paid. And so we made a rule if the x-ray was not up. The Dental A Team (26:28.428) you didn't touch the tooth. one space there, but make sure your x-rays are readable. They're up. You're looking at them. Your notes are super, super duper clear. Your intro aural follow it. And you guys, think AI is probably worth looking into if you're not using it already. If you have it you're not using it, go freaking get trained and use it. Kristy, any last tidbits or thoughts on any of that that you want to wrap up for them? Kristy (26:48.782) Absolutely. Kristy (26:55.104) Yeah, I all of that I agree with you 100 % and I also think just so you know, we mentioned it used to be a year filing for claims. There's some of them that are getting down to 90 days, we may even see some less. So guys forming these habits today are going to reap rewards. And I will also say, many times, it's the office right waiting for that insurance money. You also touched on fee for service. That's very important. The Dental A Team (27:07.138) Yeah. The Dental A Team (27:16.845) Yeah. The Dental A Team (27:23.65) Yeah. Kristy (27:25.008) If we're asking patients to pay fee for service, we want them to get their money right away as well, right? That helps them stuck to your office. So all of it comes full circle to help each other. The Dental A Team (27:31.896) Thank you. The Dental A Team (27:37.71) Those were amazing points. Thank you, Kristi. I knew there was, I could tell there was something in there. You're like, nope, I got a little extra. I love it. I love podcasting with you. Thank you so much for being here with us today. You really do have this brain that just like you hear something and then it expands and you're like, okay, but and, and I love the way the way you present it. So thank you so much for being here with us today. Doctors, I hope if you are driving, you're going to re-listen to this. If you weren't driving, you were feverishly taking notes. Team, if your doctor hasn't heard this one yet, send it over to him or her. It's a big one for them to be able to really support you guys and vice versa. This is all encompassing you guys. If we want to optimize the claims process, we want to optimize getting these things done, we all have to work together from start to finish. So ensure these things are put into place, fill the habits, do the things now that might take a little extra time upfront so that you're saving time and energy and work later. We want you to be insanely profitable. We want you to love your life. These are really easy ways that you can start doing that. right away. So Kristi, thank you so much everyone. Thank you for being here. Drop us a five star review. We love to hear from you guys, especially when it comes to topics like this. How helpful was the information we want to hear from you? If you need help, if you want notes, templates, if you want ideas, if you're a current client, reach out to your consultant. We are all here to love on you. If you're not yet a client or you're just a listener for now, Hello@TheDentalATeam.com and you can hop over to our website. and we've got our practice assessments up there. thanks again, Kristy, everyone. We'll catch you next time.
I'm thrilled to welcome back Jeffrey Shaw—one of my most popular guests! This is his third time on the show, and for good reason. I first heard him speak at PPA's Imaging USA, and he completely blew me away. Now, five years later, he is just releasing “Sell To The Rich”, and he shares so many great insights from this book. He also has 2 other amazing books in case you want more Jeffrey.From humble beginnings, Jeffrey became one of the top portrait photographers in the U.S., with work featured on Oprah, CBS News, People Magazine, and displayed at Harvard University. He's a speaker, author, business coach, TEDx presenter, and founder of The Self-Employed Business Institute.So guess what? Luxury sales is not just about raising prices, having a fancy website, or advertising to wealthy people.Jeffrey breaks down why selling to the rich is more about mindset than money. He shares why luxury is a way of being, how personal growth plays a role in sales, and why success starts with your own belief in value.Listen for these key takeaways:Luxury isn't just a price point—it's an experience.Your real competition isn't other photographers.Judgment will cost you sales.“Clean energy” is essential. Confidence, clarity, and authenticity are what attract high-end clients.You need to embody luxury yourself. To sell the experience, you have to understand what it feels like.His book is now available for presale early March 2025! Go to his website to be one of the first to get your hands on it jeffreyshaw.comAnd thanks for subscribing to my YouTube channel and your favorite podcast platform.Hugs, LuciConnect with Photography Business Coach Luci Dumas: Website Email: luci@lucidumas.comInstagram FacebookYouTube
Welcome back to The McGuffin Show, your go-to podcast for all things Pickleball! In this episode, Tyson is joined by K-mac, Meg, and special guest Federico Staksrud (his former Orlando Squeeze teammate) to share insider tips, personal stories, and big news from the Pro Pickleball world. From exploring the dynamics of new team trades to discussing referee challenges and paddle innovations, this episode has it all. Tune in for candid conversations, big laughs, and game-changing insights!
In this episode of the Difference Maker Revolution podcast, our hosts delve into the transformative power of targeted marketing for photographers. Join Steve, Ronan, Jonathan, and Jeanine as they share insights on how understanding your client avatar can elevate your messaging and lead to increased bookings. Discover the importance of knowing your numbers, the nuances of Facebook ads, and how to create a marketing strategy that resonates with your ideal clients.Key Takeaways:Understanding Your Client Avatar: Learn how defining your ideal client can enhance your marketing efforts and improve lead generation.The Importance of Metrics: Discover why knowing your average order value and conversion rates is crucial for setting your marketing budget.Facebook Ads Insights: Gain insights into the effectiveness of Facebook ads for local businesses and how to tailor your approach for better results.Creating Value for Clients: Understand the significance of making your clients feel valued and how this impacts their spending behavior.Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Learn about the mistakes many photographers make in their marketing strategies and how to avoid them.
It has become a tradition to welcome Luca Pedretti, Co-Founder of Pexapark, to the show to discuss the evolving PPA market, especially now that Pexapark has released its annual State of the Market report.Laurent and Gerard are joined by Luca to highlight the key insights from this year's findings:Corporate PPA demand remains stable, but with new entrantsMore deals, but smaller sizes: The number of transactions increased by 16% (+37 deals), even as total volumes declined.Innovative deal structures on the rise: Hybrid models, such as solar-wind PPAs, multi-buyer/portfolio arrangements, and cross-border agreements, are gaining traction, offering enhanced flexibility and risk-sharing.The continuous rise of 24/7 energy with the need to track and trade GoOsWe also delve into the topic of negative prices, capture prices, and their implications. The conversation extends to Pexapark's predictions for 2025.Additionally, we explore the growing role of batteries, new tolling agreements, and their impact, along with how batteries are increasingly incorporated into PPAs.Finally, we turn our attention to the US market, discussing Pexapark's first acquisition of a US company, Renewafi, marking a significant step in Pexapark's american expansion. Link to Report: https://pexapark.com/pexapark-renewables-market-outlook-2025/Link to Renewafi: https://www.renewafi.com/
Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:20 - How does Joola feel about the QC?4:54 - The two versions UPA-A only & dual certified7:55 - The QC process11:50 - The thermoformed process13:58 - Is Joola in bed with PPA?17:30 - Joola R&D process26:50 - How does Austin feel about the Joola hate?29:50 - Pro IV break in31:30 - The two types of break in39:03 - Feedback pipeline43:10 - Factory knockoffs45:45 - Closing remarks
'The good thing about pressure is that it lets you know that you care.' Billy Jean King. The difficulty comes in when you let the pressure build up too much that it spills over into our hobbies and sports, including pickleball. It's perfectly normal for players to start feeling pressure in terms of their performance but not to the point where you're not having fun or can't function anymore. Here are three ways to release pressure and help you stay focused and relaxed on the court;1. Between-Rally Pauses; A simple yet effective way to reset between rallies using brief pauses to take a mental step back. This allows your brain to slow down and it could be in form of paddle tap or removing the paddle from your hand to reduce tension and allow your body and mind to relax.2. Breathing Techniques; Focusing on your breath can help shift attention away from stressful thoughts and bring a sense of calm. In this episode I explain to you two techniques you can try to that bring focus and calmness.3. Change Your Approach Strategically; If a particular strategy or shot isn't working, it might be time for a tactical change. For instance, if you're struggling with your third shot drops, try driving the ball instead. This switch not only relieves pressure but can also improve your rhythm.In the RIFF I share with you why sticking to a successful formula during competitive play maximizes your chance of success, using an example of a PPA match that happened during the Mesa Cup.Anna Bright's great framing after the game; https://betterpickleball.com/232-anna-brights-positive-perspective-win-or-lose/Upcoming boot camp in March; https://betterpickleball.com/march-bootcamp/Get on our email list; https://betterpickleball.com/Check out Pickleheads website; https://www.pickleheads.com/Have a feedback? We'd love to hear from you; therapy@betterpickleball.comSee you in the next episode!
Today you get a preview of the Pond Professional Alliance's (PPA) biggest event, a large-scale swim pond build. The episode features insights from industry experts Craig, Anna, and Larry, detailing the collaboration, innovative techniques, and manufacturer support driving this ambitious project. Listeners will discover the unique learning opportunities available, from advanced filtration systems to specialized rock-strapping methods, and the invaluable networking potential within the pond-building community. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this episode promises practical knowledge and inspiration to elevate your pond-building skills and business acumen. Key Takeaways: Actively participate and offer help at industry events to maximize learning and networking. Prioritize foundational elements like soil compaction for long-lasting pond construction. Implement intricate details and techniques from large-scale builds into smaller backyard projects. Embrace continuous learning by observing and adopting new methods from fellow professionals. Connect with other contractors to expand your knowledge base and improve your builds. Links to resources: Contractor Sales Secrets: ContractorSalesSecrets.com Water Garden Expo 2025: WGExpo.com The All American Koi Show: AllAmericanKoiShow.com Fitz Fish Ponds: Koi Trips Book A Call With Triplett: Call with Triplett The Pond Digger: https://theponddigger.com/ LA Pet Fair: https://www.lapetfair.com/ Pond Professionals Alliance: https://pondprofessionalsalliance.org/ Aqua Tough: https://www.carlislegeomembranes.com/ You can also check out The Pond Digger's products at: http://helixpondfiltration.com/ TWT Contractor Circle TWT Contractor Power Circle And follow his adventures in the pond world at: Instagram Facebook TikTok
How does your aura play a part in postpartum depression? Michaela discusses what she sees in energy fields during and after pregnancy, as well as how spiritual gifts emerge during this time. She discusses how postpartum depression shows up in the aura, as well as her own story in struggling with PPD. KYA listeners share their own important stories in order to shine a light on this condition. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comWant to learn more? Enjoy one of our other interactive Aura quizzes: https://knowyouraura.com/aura-quizzesListen to this introductory episode to find your Aura color: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-every-aura-color-explained/id1477126939?i=1000479357880Send Mystic Michaela some positive energy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysticmichaelaExplore the Know Your Aura Website : https://knowyouraura.comVisit Mystic Michaela's Website: https://www.mysticmichaela.comJoin Mystic Michaela's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2093029197406168Ads:For 55% off your order, head to https://www.nurturelife.com and use code KYAFor 50% off your first order, head to https://www.smalls.com and use code KYASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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