Podcasts about Predictable

On this episode of ‘Predictable w/ Stu,' Stu Burguiere shows how smart investing in every moment of a sports event like the NBA Finals can yield major investment opportunities. Then, a preview of this coming Tuesday's primary elections in Oklahoma, Alabama and Georgia. And, Stu runs through some of his recent, more unusual investments in the inaugural edition of ‘Predictable Postmortem.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of ‘Predictable w/ Stu,' Stu Burguiere breaks down the implications of Graham Platner's election victory in Maine and highlights his plays on the race. Plus, a comprehensive look at Stu's investments in all of Tuesday's primary races. And, Stu answers viewer's questions from last night's livestreams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of ‘Predictable with Stu,' Stu Burgiere reacts LIVE to the incoming primary election results in South Carolina, Maine, North Dakota and Nevada. Plus, Stu's latest commentary on the slowly-unfolding primary election results reveal out of California.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Systems Behind a $2.2M Maternity Leave Natalie Ellis took three months completely offline after her second daughter was born. No Slack, no email, no podcast. Her team did $2.2 million in revenue during that window with zero ad spend. Natalie is the founder and CEO of BossBabe, she's crossed $40 million in lifetime revenue on under $3 million in total ad spend, and her brand-new book The Freedom-Based Business Method is out now. In this conversation, Natalie walks me through the exact systems she built so her business could run on its own. She also gets honest about the moment she realized her million-dollar business had quietly become a job she couldn't quit. We dig into the alignment audit she has every founder run before touching a funnel, the "one number" that makes revenue predictable, and why she's never been willing to burn out her audience for a sales spike. Natalie pulls back the curtain on all of it, including the Walmart licensing deal she rarely talks about and the exact rhythm her team runs when she's nowhere near her laptop. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Revenue highs are exciting. The unexplainable dips that follow? Not so much. If you are a female founder making six figures or more annually, the problem isn't that things aren't working. It's that you can't yet see what is. And you can't repeat what you can't see. My free live training, The Revenue Consistency Formula, fixes that. Click here to join. High-six-figures is a ceiling for a reason. What got you here stops working here. If you're a female founder earning $500K or more annually and you've already tried it all, what you need next isn't another strategy. It's someone inside your business showing you the way forward. The Milly Club is my private six-month coaching program for women growing toward their first million. Apply here.  The Freedom-Based Business Method by Natalie Ellis BossBabe Natalie Ellis on Instagram HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: 1️⃣ Hitting a million doesn't mean the business is built — Natalie made her first million with one $29 membership and a single webinar funnel, then made the mistake most successful founders make. She stopped doubling down on what was working and chased new offers and channels instead. Crossing a revenue milestone is the signal to deepen what's working, not the permission to take your attention off it. 2️⃣ Predictable revenue starts with knowing your one number — Every business has one metric that drives the rest. Webinar sign-ups, sales calls booked, email opt-ins. Once you know yours and build your daily activities around it, revenue stops spiking and lulling. Most founders are running 40 things at once and tracking none, which is why their months look so different from each other. 3️⃣ Your audience's trust is the asset, and you can't get it back once you burn it — Natalie has crossed $40 million in revenue on under $3 million in ad spend because she's protected that trust at every turn. She's said no to sponsorships and promo pushes that would've spiked short-term cash. Founders who treat their audience like a one-time spike machine end up rebuilding their list every year and wondering why nothing converts.MORE FROM ME Follow me on Instagram @amyporterfield SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more entrepreneurs who need these insights.

After Giants implode in 9th inning, the same usual situations continue to arise: SF has no proven closer & it costs the team a game. Fans sound off after tough loss: is this on Keaton Winn, Tony Vitello, or team structure?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Cheryl Yetka of Quiet River Real Estate Investments shares her approach to building stable, long-term wealth through workforce housing. With a background spanning hospitality, asset management, and multifamily real estate, she emphasizes predictable cash flow, disciplined operations, and investing in essential housing for working professionals. Cheryl highlights the importance of focusing on stability over speculation, building strong teams, and maintaining consistent performance metrics to achieve long-term investment success.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/state-and-local-government/the-border-war-truces-predictable-and-predicted-problem/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.

After Giants implode in 9th inning, the same usual situations continue to arise: SF has no proven closer & it costs the team a game. Fans sound off after tough loss: is this on Keaton Winn, Tony Vitello, or team structure?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of ‘Predictable w/ Stu,' Stu Burguiere checks in on the latest with California's absolute snail's pace of an election results tally and previews tomorrow's primary elections in Maine, South Carolina, North Dakota and Nevada to try and identify potential upsets that could yield major value. Plus, Stu answers some of the audience's most burning questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#narcissist #narcissism #narcissisticabuse This video explains how narcissists truly see their partners and why their behavior in relationships becomes so predictable over time. You will learn how narcissistic thinking shapes the way they idealize, devalue, and control the people closest to them, and why these patterns repeat in almost every narcissistic relationship. Understanding how a narcissist views you can help you make sense of confusing emotional highs and lows, sudden changes in affection, and the feeling that you are being treated as a role rather than as a person. We explore the psychological mechanisms behind narcissistic personality traits, including their need for validation, lack of empathy, and fear of losing control. By breaking down the typical cycle of idealization, devaluation, and discard, this video shows why narcissists often behave in ways that seem different on the surface but follow the same script underneath. If you have ever wondered why arguments feel repetitive, why promises are rarely kept, or why the same conflicts keep happening, this explanation will help connect those patterns.https://youtu.be/7FhPvJX5h_Q• Website & Coaching Enquiries: https:// www.weaponizedlove.com/Coaching & Speaking Engagements:narcscon@gmail.com* Read the Book: Weaponised Love -https://Im.fm/ r3aEwvK• Shop Designs & Technology: https:// www.tracyspence.co.uk• Support the Channel: Donate via PayPal - https:// www.paypal.com/paypalme/narcscon?country.x=.Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.NARCCON1Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In Episode 72 of the State of the Market for Law Firm Sales in 11 Minutes, Senior Attorney Match's Jeremy E. Poock, Esq. addresses the following: The 4.5 Reasons Why MSOs Have Arrived to the Legal Industry      During the course of Ep. 72, Poock explains the following reasons why Management Services Organizations (MSOs) have arrived to the legal industry in the mid-2020s.   Reason No. 1: Today's clients search for lawyers online   Reason No. 2: The emergence of Digital Rainmaker law firms   Reason No. 3: Today's lawyers want a Reliable, Predictable & Safe Job   Reason No. 3.5: Legal Tech delivers better work-life balance for today's lawyers   Reason No. 4: Opportunities for Profits & Exits

Send us Fan MailWhy do so many of us choose the box over the sky?The box feels familiar. Predictable. Safe.The sky feels uncertain. Expansive. Uncomfortable.In this episode of The Healing Poetic Podcast, Keya explores why we often remain in relationships, careers, beliefs, identities, and patterns that no longer align with who we are becoming. Through reflection and personal insight, she discusses the difference between living according to expectations and living according to truth.If you've ever felt stuck, confined, or afraid to embrace the next version of yourself, this conversation is for you.Journal Prompt: Where in my life am I choosing familiarity over expansion?

Sharon Vornholt is a seasoned real estate investor, marketing strategist, and nationally recognized probate investing expert with nearly three decades of experience in the industry. Since 1998, she has built a reputation for helping investors and agents generate consistent, high-quality leads—particularly through probate and direct mail marketing strategies. As a real estate and business coach, Sharon specializes in teaching entrepreneurs how to create effective marketing plans, attract motivated sellers, and stand out through powerful personal branding. She is the creator of the Louisville Gals Real Estate Blog, where she shares actionable insights, training, and resources for investors at every level. Sharon is also an accomplished author, podcaster, and educator, hosting the popular "Let's Talk Real Estate Investing" podcast. Through her content, coaching, and speaking, she empowers real estate professionals to build scalable, profitable businesses with confidence. During the show we discuss: Why probate investing is a hidden goldmine most investors overlook—and how less competition creates better deals How to consistently generate high-quality leads using probate data and direct mail marketing The exact mindset shift needed to approach probate deals with empathy (and still close profitably) How to build a scalable marketing system that brings in deals month after month Why branding and positioning matter even in real estate investing (and how to stand out) How to turn one niche strategy into a full business model instead of chasing random deals Common mistakes investors make when entering probate—and how to avoid them How Sharon built longevity in the industry by focusing on systems, not just transactions Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonvornholt/ https://louisvillegalsrealestateblog.com/

Dash with Carol Dixon is all about life and how to live that life positively, productively, and prayerfully. After decades of ministry, Dr. Dixon is qualified to address any topic of life from a biblical perspective. Let's listen now as Dr. Dixon shares nuggets on “Pay Attention to Satan's Predictable Patterns.”Send us Fan MailBecome a Dash Legacy Builder Today! For more information go to caroldixon.net/dash

What if raising secure kids has less to do with what you do wrong as a parent — and more to do with teaching them to build the right relationships from the start? My guest this week is Dr. Amir Levine, molecular neuroscientist, child psychiatrist, and associate professor of clinical psychiatry at Columbia University. His new book, Secure: The Revolutionary Guide to Creating a Secure Life, offers a unified theory of relationships with surprisingly concrete tools for building security at any age. This episode shares specific, teachable tools for helping kids of all ages — including neurodivergent kids — move through the world with greater security. What you'll learn: Why less than 10% of adult attachment style can be explained by parenting and why that's good news if you've been worrying you've already "done something wrong" What CARP means (Consistent, Available, Responsive, Reliable, Predictable) and why teaching kids to look for CARP friends can shape their relationship patterns for life Why our brains chase drama and ignore the secure people already around us and how to redirect toward a "secure village" How small, everyday micro-interactions create structural changes in the brain and why each one is an opportunity This episode is brought to you buy: BetterHelp: You don't have to say yes to everything this summer. Find support in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/humans. Uresta: Learn more about this amazing breakthrough, trusted by over 50 thousand women at Uresta.com Tumble: Machine Washable Rugs, Made Better. For a limited time only, our listeners get 10% off + free shipping at Tumbleliving.com/HUMANS Great Wolf Lodge: Bring your pack together at a Lodge near you. Learn more at GreatWolf.com

On this episode of ‘Predictable w/ Stu,' Stu Burguiere takes a look at the latest on the California vote count and previews next Tuesday's primary elections in Maine, South Carolina, Nevada and North Dakota to get you in on the ground floor of finding the best value in your prediction market investments. Then, friend-of-the-show Dan Andros joins for a round of the brand new segment: ‘Predict the Prediction!' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of ‘Predictable w/ Stu,' Stu Burguiere reacts to the primary election results in California and several other states to try and find the value in the prediction markets as the nation begins to lock in its candidates for November's midterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if attracting the right clients wasn't a guessing game? Most experts focus on getting more prospects — but the real goal is getting the right ones, consistently. In this episode, Tonya and Michael break down the critical role your personal brand plays in creating not just profitability, but predictability. That means being intentional about the TYPE of prospects your brand attracts, and building the kind of presence that brings them to you on a REGULAR basis. If your pipeline feels inconsistent, unpredictable, or full of the wrong people, this episode will show you exactly what needs to change — and it's smaller than you think. Episode Highlights: 00:00 Predictable Prospects Promise 00:48 Entrepreneur Lessons on Predictability 01:34 Personal Branding Breakthrough 02:06 Call Out Your Ideal Prospect 03:01 Client Example Shannon Russell 04:25 Two Steps to Consistent Leads 05:07 Free Guide and Final CTA Show Links: www.brandfacestar.com 

Investigative reporter with The Age, Nick McKenzie, has reacted to the arrest of Mick Gatto, which was broken earlier today on 3AW by Jacqui Felgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Killinger joins this week's episode to discuss proven lead generation strategies that work in today's market — and how to implement them without burning out.Full Description / Show NotesJoe's history and career backgroundHow agents approach lead generation and how can we rethink itThe importance of content creation for lead generationHow agents can build their personal brandHow we can activate our database to make it an assetThe importance of building on past relationshipsBest advice for agents in today's market 

Episode 147: This week, Kyle Van Pelt talks with Patrick Kelly, Co-Founder and CEO of Signal Advisors. Patrick started his career as a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual before becoming an independent advisor. Before Signal, Patrick founded RepPro, the first electronic application platform for fixed and fixed index annuities in the IMO business. Patrick talks with Kyle about the hidden economics behind high-growth advisory firms. He discusses why some of the fastest-growing advisors integrate insurance, annuities, and investment management into a cohesive strategy, and how pairing this with recurring revenue can unlock both growth and enterprise value. Patrick also explores how technology simplifies operations, improves visibility into marketing performance, and ultimately helps advisors make better business decisions and enhance client experiences. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:02) - Patrick's money moment (05:06) - Where Signal Advisors fits in the modern advisor ecosystem  (07:11) - Why insurance technology still lags behind wealthtech (10:52) - The hidden limitations of basic data feeds  (15:12) - Rethinking the commission vs. fee-based debate  (17:10) - The evolution of fee-based annuities and advisor adoption  (19:47) - The real engine behind advisor growth and enterprise value (21:07) - How Signal Advisors survived its early cash flow challenges  (28:25) - Building a tech stack around advisor economics and visibility (34:01) - Why advisors work with so many carriers (36:14) - Patrick's vision for the future of Signal Advisors (40:35) - Why AI should improve experience before efficiency  (43:37) - Patrick's Milemarker Minute Key Takeaways Great advisors solve for human outcomes, not just portfolio performance. Clients are often seeking confidence, stability, income, or peace of mind—not simply maximum returns. The firms growing fastest understand how to align financial solutions with real human concerns. The divide between insurance and investments is disappearing. High-growth advisory firms increasingly integrate annuities, insurance, and investment management into a single client strategy instead of treating them as competing business lines. Enterprise value comes from scalable growth, not just recurring revenue. Predictable revenue matters, but the firms commanding premium valuations are the ones pairing recurring income with strong acquisition systems, marketing visibility, and operational leverage AI's biggest opportunity is improving the client experience. Efficiency matters, but the real long-term advantage comes from creating smoother, faster, and more personalized experiences for both advisors and clients. Efficiency is simply the downstream effect. Quotes "In a world where you don't differentiate on products, where you really differentiate is on your financial planning prowess and how you actually help individuals solve problems in their lives." ~ Patrick Kelly "If you're taking commissions, you're reducing the enterprise value of your business because people who buy businesses want recurring revenue." ~ Patrick Kelly "You shouldn't use AI to create efficiency. You should use AI to create a better user experience. Efficiency is a second-order effect of AI." ~ Patrick Kelly Links  Patrick Kelly on LinkedIn Signal Advisors Northwestern Mutual American Equity DTCC Michael Kitces Empire of the Summer Moon Connect with our hosts Milemarker.co Kyle on LinkedIn Jud on LinkedIn Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Produce game-changing content with TurncastTurncast helps your company grow by producing top-quality content and fostering transformative conversations. We specialize in content generation, podcasting, digital strategy, and audience growth for fintech and financial services companies. Learn more at Turncast.com.

Was Brexit really a sudden, populist shock, or was the writing on the wall for decades? This week on International Horizons, Eli Karetny sits down with award-winning cultural historian Prof. Iain Quinn to discuss his forthcoming book, Cultural Dissonance: Brexit Reconsidered. Quinn dismantles the narrative that Leave voters were simply misled, arguing instead that the referendum was the inevitable boiling point of a deep, historical distrust in Westminster and the media. From the decline of serious policy debate to the modern reimagining of political parties like the GOP, this episode offers a profound new lens for understanding the ongoing democratic fragmentation in the West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Good morning, my friends. Let's take a breath together… In through the nose…  and out through the mouth. Today, I want to talk about something we all wrestle with quietly, privately, sometimes without even realizing it. That invisible little bubble we build around ourselves called "the comfort zone", and listen… comfort zones aren't bad. They're familiar. Predictable. Safe. They're the routines we know, the habits we've mastered, the identities we've worn for years. But here's the truth we don't always want to admit: Comfort zones feel safe… until they start feeling small.Why stepping out feels so hard Your brain is wired for efficiency, not growth. It loves patterns. It loves certainty.  It loves knowing exactly what's going to happen next. So when you try to step outside that bubble even for something good your brain throws up alarms.“Hey… this is new.”  “This is uncomfortable.”  “Let's go back to what we know.”And that's not weakness. That's not laziness. That's not a character flaw. That's biology.But here's the beautiful part: You can train your brain to handle discomfort. You can build courage the same way you build muscle through repetition, through exposure, through movement.Movement as the training ground for courage This is why I love fitness. Not because of the aesthetics. Not because of the numbers. But because movement is one of the safest, most accessible ways to practice stepping out of your comfort zone.Think about it, when you push for one more rep…  Your brain learns, “I can do hard things.” When you try a new class or a new exercise…  Your brain learns, “I can be a beginner.” When you go for a walk even when you don't feel like it…  Your brain learns, “I can act without motivation.” When your heart rate rises and you stay with it…  Your brain learns, “Discomfort isn't danger.” Every time you move, you're not just training your body, you're training your mindset. Movement becomes a daily rehearsal for bravery. There was a time not too long ago when I avoided something simply because it felt unfamiliar. Not because I couldn't do it. Not because it was impossible. Just because it was new and because I didn't want to be "seen" because I felt so self-conscious teaching a group movement class (body dysmorphia sucks let me tell you)And the moment I finally stepped into it, I realized something powerful: The fear wasn't about the task. It was about the identity shift. Trying something new forces you to say, “I'm willing to be someone I haven't been yet.” and that's uncomfortable. But it's also where growth lives! then I began getting all the positive feedback and the classes were an instant hit which was everything to me to know people felt welcomed and had found value in the way I taught the class...Grounding Moment Time! Let's pause here. Wherever you are, sitting, standing, driving, walking, just take a moment to feel your feet on the ground. Feel your breath. Feel your body. Feel yourself arriving in this moment.Now ask yourself gently, without judgment: Where have I been playing small? Where have I been choosing comfort over growth? Where have I been waiting for the “right moment” to try something new? And now… offer yourself compassion. Because you're human and humans grow slowly, steadily, bravely, one step at a time.Your Monday Morning Brew Challenge Today, I want you to do one small thing that nudges you out of your comfort zone.Not a leap. Not a reinvention. Just a nudge.Maybe it's a 5‑minute walk before a tough meeting.  Maybe it's trying a new exercise.  Maybe it's saying yes to something that scares you a little.  Maybe it's saying no to something that drains you.Whatever it is, let movement be your warm‑up.  Let your body remind your brain:  “I can do hard things. I can handle discomfort. I can grow.”You don't have to break out of your comfort zone in one dramatic moment. You don't have to flip your life upside down. You don't have to become fearless. You just have to step. One small, intentional step and every step teaches your brain that you're capable of more than you think.So here's to courage. Here's to growth. Here's to the tiny, powerful choices that shape who we become. Have a strong, grounded Monday, my friends.  Let's keep moving forward together. like my Dad says "nunca des un paso atras, ni para impulso" which means "never take 1 step back, not even for a boost forward"... Thank you for taking time out of your day to spend it with me and I really do hope you enjoyed today's Monday morning brew series. If today's message helped you, share it with someone who might need it. Stay present, stay consistent, and keep building the identity you want to live in. Remember that You're capable, you're resilient, and you're not alone in this journey. Be a kind human, let us continue to help, let us continue to lift each-other up whenever possible... and remember that when it seems really dark when things are really tough... look for the helpers and always strive to be the change you want to see in the world... As always, take care of yourself, take care of your body, take care of your mind... I'll see you in the next episode!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fittalk-with-coach-luis--3261827/support.TEAM LTP:My IG: @livetoprogressVoice-over credits

Was Brexit really a sudden, populist shock, or was the writing on the wall for decades? This week on International Horizons, Eli Karetny sits down with award-winning cultural historian Prof. Iain Quinn to discuss his forthcoming book, Cultural Dissonance: Brexit Reconsidered. Quinn dismantles the narrative that Leave voters were simply misled, arguing instead that the referendum was the inevitable boiling point of a deep, historical distrust in Westminster and the media. From the decline of serious policy debate to the modern reimagining of political parties like the GOP, this episode offers a profound new lens for understanding the ongoing democratic fragmentation in the West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

Was Brexit really a sudden, populist shock, or was the writing on the wall for decades? This week on International Horizons, Eli Karetny sits down with award-winning cultural historian Prof. Iain Quinn to discuss his forthcoming book, Cultural Dissonance: Brexit Reconsidered. Quinn dismantles the narrative that Leave voters were simply misled, arguing instead that the referendum was the inevitable boiling point of a deep, historical distrust in Westminster and the media. From the decline of serious policy debate to the modern reimagining of political parties like the GOP, this episode offers a profound new lens for understanding the ongoing democratic fragmentation in the West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/world-affairs

With Philipp Sommer, Heart and Diabetes Center NRW, Bad Oeynhausen - Germany and Vanessa Sciacca, Heart and Diabetes Center NRW, Bad Oeynhausen - Germany. Link to European Heart Journal paper Link to European Heart Journal editorial

Was Brexit really a sudden, populist shock, or was the writing on the wall for decades? This week on International Horizons, Eli Karetny sits down with award-winning cultural historian Prof. Iain Quinn to discuss his forthcoming book, Cultural Dissonance: Brexit Reconsidered. Quinn dismantles the narrative that Leave voters were simply misled, arguing instead that the referendum was the inevitable boiling point of a deep, historical distrust in Westminster and the media. From the decline of serious policy debate to the modern reimagining of political parties like the GOP, this episode offers a profound new lens for understanding the ongoing democratic fragmentation in the West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/british-studies

Cash flow confusion can make a busy, high-producing practice feel like it has no money left at the end of the month. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt explains why production and a “profitable” P&L don't always translate into cash in the bank, and he brings in coach Robyn Theisen to break down the cash flow gap. You'll learn the difference between net profit and actual cash available, the three common places cash disappears, and which financial statements you need to see the full story and build a plan for taxes, debt, and owner compensation. Listen to Episode 1053 of The Best Practices Show!Main Takeaways:Net profit on the P&L is not the same as cash in the bank.The cash flow gap is the difference between what your P&L shows and the cash actually available.Cash commonly disappears in three places that don't show clearly on the P&L: taxes, debt payments, and owner draws/distributions.Interest expense may appear on the P&L even when the actual loan payments and balances aren't being tracked.To understand where the money went, you need to review the P&L, cash flow statement, and balance sheet together.Predictable owner compensation, tax reserves, and a debt strategy reduce reactive decisions and stabilize cash flow.Ongoing monthly accountability and review are necessary to keep cash flow clean, especially in multi-owner practices.Snippets:00:00 Net profit versus cash in the bank.06:00 What the cash flow gap is and where it usually shows up.07:00 Why paying down debt doesn't appear on the P&L.10:00 The three strategies: tax reserves, debt strategy, and owner compensation.11:00 The three financial statements needed to understand cash movement and what's owed.15:00 Why multi-owner practices add complexity and require consistent monthly review.17:00 The cash flow statement tells the full story, not the P&L.18:00 BPA tools mentioned: reading the three statements, Financial Gaps at a Glance, and the calculator.Guest Bio/Guest Resources:Robyn Theisen brings an entire life and legacy of dental experience to the team and every team with which she works as the daughter and sister of dentists. With almost 20 years of experience in dentistry, her roles ranged from practice management to operations at Patterson Dental to coaching teams. Robyn's passion is empowering teams to realize that they can dramatically impact the lives of the people they serve by implementing skills and systems to remove barriers to life-changing dental treatment. She has done it for decades and does it every day with dental teams.Outside of coaching, she enjoys time with her husband, Rob, and two daughters, Emerson and Ruby. She loves traveling, music, fitness, and cheering on the Michigan State Spartans.Resources Mentioned:Financial Gaps at a Glance: https://www.actdental.com/gaps-at-a-glanceFinancial Gaps Calculator: https://www.actdental.com/gaps-calculatorMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:The Best Practices Show: https://www.actdental.com/podcast/Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaUpcoming Events & Workshops: https://www.actdental.com/events/Smile Source: https://www.smilesource.com/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.comSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com

Dentists have been attempting to treat cracked teeth for decades, with the goal of alleviating patient pain and conserving teeth through restorative treatment. But as Dr. David Alleman, DDS, describes in this episode, “it's a coin toss of success.” Methods such as retention to hold the crack together or bonding over the crack with adhesion are unpredictable. Sometimes the treatment works, and sometimes it doesn't, leaving patients and practitioners frustrated. The solution: treat cracked teeth like engineers have been treating cracks for over a century. The challenge: applying these techniques to a biological environment and accounting for bacteria, dentin hydration and dental adhesives.Dr. David Alleman, DDS, discusses the history and treatment protocols for predictable cracked tooth treatment in this episode of the Six Lessons Approach podcast.Articles referenced in this episode:Brannstrom M. The hydrodynamic theory of dentinal pain: sensation in preparations, caries, and the dentinal crack syndrome. Journal of Endodontics. 1986;12(10)-453-457Gordon, J. E. The New Science of Strong Materials: Or, Why You Don't Fall Through the Floor. Princeton, N.J: Princeton University Press, 2006.Abbott P, Leow N. Predictable management of cracked teeth with reversible pulpitis. Australian Dent J. 2009; 54:306-315.Send us Fan MailUpcoming training programs:May 18: Online Biomimetic Mastership startsAugust 7-8: SLA WorkshopSeptember 14: Online Biomimetic Mastership startsSeptember 25-26: SLA WorkshopOctober 7-10: In-Person Biomimetic MastershipOctober 23-24: Advanced Occlusion WorkshopDecember 4-5: SLA WorkshopLearn more and register at allemancenter.com/eventsInstagram @david.alleman.dds@davey_alleman_dmd@allemancenter.comYouTube@allemancenter

We just hit a massive 1000% one-day profit position in the political prediction markets! In this episode of Predictable with Stu Burguiere, we break down how the Ken Paxton race in Texas created an incredible value opportunity and how we capitalized on it. If you are looking to understand the mechanics behind political betting, election forecast modeling, and finding massive inefficiencies in the markets, this deep dive is for you. We look at the data, the shifting political landscape in Texas, and where the next big market opportunities are hiding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joining us in this episode of Living Off Rentals is a financial expert who challenges traditional investing and focuses on building safer, more predictable wealth strategies. Mark Willis is a Certified Financial Planner, three-time #1 bestselling author, and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services.  He is also the co-host of the "Not Your Average Financial Podcast." Listen as he shares his perspective on why most investors don't actually earn the returns they expect from the stock market, how volatility impacts your wealth, and how to build a more stable financial system that works alongside real estate investing. Enjoy the show! Key Takeaways: [00:00] Introducing Mark Willis and his background [03:12] How the 2008 financial crisis changed his perspective on investing [07:50] Why average market returns are misleading [09:26] Averages are meaningless when factoring in volatility [12:26] The impact of fees on long-term wealth [13:48] Dollar-cost averaging isn't a complete solution [15:38] Understanding the sequence of returns risk [17:32] The five Ts of real estate [21:52] What makes a whole life policy good? [27:50] Whole life insurance as an investment [34:17] The "buy, borrow, die" strategy explained [38:06] Concentration can outperform diversification [40:36] The barbell strategy for balancing risk and stability [44:37] Connect with Mark Willis [45:46] How AI is impacting financial planning [48:01] Outro Guest Links: Website: https://kickstartwithmark.com/  Show Links: Living Off Rentals YouTube Channel – youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentals  Living Off Rentals YouTube Podcast Channel - youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentalsPodcast  Living Off Rentals Facebook Group – facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals  Living Off Rentals Website – https://www.livingoffrentals.com/  Living Off Rentals Instagram – instagram.com/livingoffrentals  Living Off Rentals TikTok – tiktok.com/@livingoffrentals 

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I'm going to say something that took me a while to admit.My content got boring.Not bad. Not wrong. Just... safe. Authoritative. Predictable. The kind of content that sounds right and feels like nothing. And somewhere along the way I stopped creating from aliveness and started creating from obligation.If you're nodding — this episode is for you too.Because this isn't just a me problem. This is what happens to every woman who gets good at what she does. You start performing expertise instead of sharing truth. You start sounding like a brand instead of a human. You lose the heartbeat.And your audience feels it. Even when they can't name it.This episode is about finding it again.IN THIS EPISODE— What happens when you start creating for authority instead of connection — and how to tell the difference— Why playing it safe in your content is the same as playing small in your business— What it actually feels like when your content loses its pulse — and the moment you realize it— How to break your own rules and create from aliveness again instead of obligation— What hot, magnetic, converting content actually looks and feels like — and why it has nothing to do with strategyYour content doesn't need a better hook. It needs you back in it.

MONEY QUOTES: "The Internal Customer Crisis: Why Your Employees Are Quitting (And It's Not About Money)" "Nearly 75% of employee turnover is preventable." "Your job is to be the source of certainty in the chaos." THE DATA: Work Institute: 15,000 exit interviews in 2025, part of 120,000+ interviews from 2020-2025. Nearly 75% of employee turnover is preventable. MIT Sloan: Toxic workplace culture is the number one reason people quit, 10x more predictive than compensation. Gallup: Only 23% of employees are actively engaged. If you have 10 people, only 2-3 are truly engaged. The other 7-8 are going through the motions. People aren't quitting because of perks, pay, or flexibility. They're quitting because you're not giving them the 5 Cs.   THE 5 Cs YOUR EMPLOYEES NEED: 1. Context: The big picture. How does their work matter? Where is the company going? 2. Clarity: What does success look like? What are the priorities? What's expected? 3. Communication: Transparent conversations. Early problem surfacing. No surprises. 4. Consistency: Weekly rhythm. Reliable cadence. Predictable structure. 5. Certainty: Trust. Belief in the vision. Coaching for their highest potential. The one leaders miss most: Certainty.   WHAT CERTAINTY MEANS: Certainty isn't about guarantees. It's about creating psychological safety in an uncertain world. It's about your employees knowing: - "My leader believes in me." - "My leader has my back." - "My leader sees my potential and is invested in helping me reach it." - "Even when things are hard, I trust that we'll figure it out together." Certainty is the foundation of everything else. Without it, nothing else works. It is your job as the leader to create certainty. Not HR. Not a program. You. Your employees are living in an uncertain world. In the absence of certainty, people panic. They disengage. They leave. Your job is to be the source of certainty in the chaos.   WHY EMPLOYEES QUIT: REASON #1: They can't see a future (Career Development) Career growth has been the number one driver of turnover for decades. Not pay. Not perks. Growth. The 5 Cs failure: No Context (how their growth fits the bigger picture), No Clarity (what skills to build or what success looks like), No Certainty (they don't trust you're invested in their future). What you need: Role clarity that defines what great looks like and what the path forward is.   REASON #2: Their manager is the problem (Manager Behavior) People don't leave companies. They leave managers. The problem isn't technical. It's behavioral. How managers communicate. How they handle pressure. How they treat people when things get challenging. The 5 Cs failure: No Communication (managers avoid hard topics), No Consistency (managers are unpredictable, moody, reactive), No Certainty (managers don't believe in their people, they micromanage or abandon, they don't coach or create safety). Certainty is the hardest C for managers to deliver because it requires them to show up as leaders, not just task managers. What you need: A weekly rhythm that structures one-on-ones, creates space for coaching conversations, and builds certainty through consistency.   REASON #3: Work-life balance is unsustainable (Workload and Flexibility) This isn't about remote work or flexible hours. It's about unrealistic expectations, unclear priorities, and constant firefighting. Employees don't know what's most important, what they can say no to, or when "good enough" is actually good enough. So they try to do everything. And they burn out. The 5 Cs failure: No Clarity (priorities are unclear, everything is urgent), No Consistency (the rhythm is chaotic, meetings are random, expectations shift constantly), No Certainty (employees don't trust it's okay to set boundaries or push back). What you need: Decision boundaries that clarify what's theirs to own, what needs your input, and what they can let go of.   REASON #4: AI and job security uncertainty (Lack of Transparency) It's not fear of job loss. It's uncertainty about what AI means for them and their role. In the absence of clarity, employees fill in the blanks. Usually in ways that don't work in your favor. The lack of transparency creates anxiety. The 5 Cs failure: No Context (they don't understand why AI matters or how it fits the vision), No Communication (you're not talking about it or you're being vague), No Certainty (they don't trust you'll protect them, support them, or help them adapt). Your job as the leader is to say: "Here's what's changing. Here's what's staying the same. Here's how you fit into the future. I believe in you. We'll figure this out together." What you need: Transparent communication built into your weekly rhythm so change doesn't blindside your team.   REASON #5: The day-to-day experience wears them down (Culture and Recognition) This is the slow bleed. Not one big thing. Just a thousand small things that add up over time. Their wins go unnoticed. Their concerns go unheard. Their effort goes unrecognized. They feel invisible. The 5 Cs failure: No Communication (you're not listening, acknowledging, or seeing them), No Certainty (they don't feel valued, they don't trust their work matters, they don't believe you care). What you need: A consistent rhythm that creates space for recognition, celebration, and connection.   THE PATTERN: Every reason employees quit comes back to the same problem: You're not giving them the 5 Cs. And the one you're missing most? Certainty. Because certainty is hard. It requires you to show up as a leader, not just a manager. It requires you to believe in your people, even when they don't believe in themselves. It requires you to create safety, trust, and confidence in an uncertain world. Most leaders have never been taught how to do that. So they default to managing tasks. And their people leave.   THE REAL PROBLEM: You don't have an internal customer experience strategy built on the 5 Cs. Turnover has slowed, but the underlying frustration hasn't. Employees are staying longer, not because they're fully bought in, but because they're watching, waiting, and quietly reassessing whether it's worth sticking around. That's the real risk. Not mass exits, but quiet disengagement building under the surface. The gap between staying and committing is where most organizations are losing people. They just don't see it yet. You can't fix this with another perk, another program, or another pizza party. You fix it by building the infrastructure that delivers the 5 Cs.   THE SOLUTION: Bulletproof COO builds the infrastructure that creates the internal customer experience your team is craving. 3-5 short conversations. You talk. The system builds: - Role clarity so employees know what great looks like and what's next - Decision boundaries so they know what's theirs to own - Documented standards so expectations are clear - A weekly rhythm that creates consistency, communication, and certainty - An onboarding process that delivers context from day one Your team gets the 5 Cs. You stop being the bottleneck. Your A-players stay. Mediocrity loses its hiding place. Most importantly, you create certainty. Because the system gives you the structure to show up as a leader, not just a firefighter. Stop losing your best people to preventable turnover. Go to bulletproofbusinessgrowth.com/coo   ACTION STEP: Ask yourself: Are you creating certainty for your team? Or are you leaving them to navigate the chaos alone? NEXT WEEK: "Why Hiring More People Won't Fix This (And What Will)"

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Megyn Kelly begins the show saying goodbye to Stephen Colbert as his Late Show is finally canceled on CBS, Jimmy Kimmel's pathetic support for Colbert, Bruce Springsteen and Robert De Niro blaming Trump and sounding small, and more. Then Stu Burguiere, host of "Predictable with Stu," joins to discuss what's really behind the cancelation of Stephen Colbert's show, Don Lemon's insane Substack trying to rewrite history and make the firing about himself, Lemon trying to blame "white men" for ever problem in his career, Jimmy Fallon's bizarre anti-Trump attempt to get political, Colbert's disgusting and unfunny pro-vaccine sketch during COVID, the growing online movement around Spencer Pratt, whether Trump supporting Pratt but not endorsing him will help his run, President Trump's funny comments about going to his son's wedding, his hilarious asides about muscular and attractive men, a comedian making those comments go viral with his own spin on them, the cultural backlash over "Elliot" Page's role in The Odyssey, Trump's declining poll numbers but the unpopularity of prominent Democratic positions also, what it could all mean for Republican chances in the midterms, the tragic stabbing death of Henry Nowak in England, why identity politics influenced how authorities handled the situation, and more.   More from Burguiere- https://predictable.substack.com/   Birch Gold: Text MK to 989898 for a free info kit and to see if you qualify for up to $10,000 back through May 29. Pure Talk: Dial #250 and say keyword MEGYN KELLY to switch to Pure Talk and get unlimited data for just $34.99 a month! Ethos Life Insurance: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at: https://ethos.com/MK Relief Factor: Break up with pain—Relief Factor targets inflammation so you can move better and feel better; try the 3-Week QuickStart for just $19.95 at https://ReliefFactor.com or call 800-4-RELIEF.     Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKelly Twitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShow Instagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShow Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow  Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David Daoud and Bill Roggio discuss how Hezbollah's drone use has hampered IDF operations in South Lebanon. The conflict has entered a predictable phase, complicating efforts for a permanent, genuine peace. (7/16)1930S TRIPOLI LEBANON

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AOC just got one of the biggest 2028 polling headlines yet… but prediction markets barely reacted at all. On today's Predictable, Stu breaks down why the media may be dramatically overreacting to the latest AOC surge poll — and why traders with actual money on the line don't seem convinced. Stu digs into the sampling behind the poll, the growing “President AOC?” narrative, and what the Kalshi and Polymarket odds are really signaling about the Democratic field. If the poll was truly a game changer… why didn't the market move? Plus: AOC's viral comments about billionaires and “earning” wealth Her eyebrow-raising answer about a possible White House run The latest 2028 Democratic nominee odds Polymarket officially goes fully live in the U.S. And the bizarre anti-Spencer Pratt ad that may actually HELP him The headlines say one thing. The markets may be telling a very different story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's the difference between insider trading and informed trading? Stu responds to the mounting number of lies in the media and politics about prediction markets. And when it comes to prediction markets, is the line a lot blurrier than politicians and the media want to admit? On today's Predictable with Stu Burguiere, Stu breaks down the growing controversy around campaign staffers, political insiders, and prediction market traders cashing in on information advantages during election season. Is this corruption? Or is this exactly how markets are supposed to work? From the NPR report raising eyebrows in Washington to the Senate quietly moving to ban lawmakers from participating in prediction markets, Stu explains why incentives matter more than headlines — and why markets often reveal the truth long before the media does. Plus: Why prediction markets may actually reward transparency The uncomfortable comparison between Congress and market traders The difference between “having information” and illegal insider trading Why some of the loudest critics of prediction markets may have the most to lose Predictable with Stu Burguiere is a smarter way to follow the news. We break down the biggest stories using prediction markets to show what's actually likely to happen, not just what people are saying. Understand the incentives. Spot the mispricing. Take a position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Predictable with Stu Burguiere, Stu breaks down the redistricting wars erupting across America and explains why the market reaction may already be going too far. Republicans are gaining structural advantages in key House maps, but are traders mispricing it before the dust has even settled? Stu walks through the Virginia court decision he saw coming, the shifting House outlook, and the key price levels where he may look to re-enter Democratic House positions after the recent selloff. Plus, we do a 2028 presidential market draft featuring top market options to be on the lookout for as 2028 chatter continues. Stu explains the difference between candidates who can actually win and candidates whose prices can still surge long before Election Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More of the funniest reviews on the internet! We read reviews for a mexican food restaurant, where the paramedics are not surprised when you call them, after eating there. A water park, where the water may be freezing, and there is plenty of poop. A Walgreens location, where the employees apparently take great joy in telling you that they can't help, even if you have a disease that we've never heard of & much more!!   Join comedians James Pietragallo & Jimmie Whisman as they explore the most opinionated part of the internet: The Reviews Section!   Subscribe, and we will see you every Monday with Your Stupid Opinions!! Dont forget to rate & review!!   Go to shutupandgivememurder.com for merch & more Check out James & Jimmie's other podcasts, Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!!

California's governor race is suddenly getting messy, and the prediction markets are reacting in real time. On today's episode of Predictable with Stu Burguiere, Stu breaks down the latest California gubernatorial debate, including the viral confrontation between Katie Porter and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco that became one of the defining moments of the race. Top issues this time around in CA are sanctuary state policies, men competing in women's sports, California's never-ending high-speed rail disaster, and whether frustration with one-party rule is finally creating an opening in the state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last night's elections may have looked boring on the surface, but we at Predictable with Stu found some major excitement. Stu breaks down the wild swings behind “Brad Meyer Mania,” including the market move that created a huge opportunity before most people were paying attention. Stu recaps the lessons learned from last night after spotting the value early, and explains that while prediction markets remain the most accurate polling system we have, they're not perfect – and why that's a good thing.  Plus, an important lesson from election night: just because something is trading at 96% doesn't mean it's safe. Stu discusses risk management and knowing when to cut your losses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Predictable with Stu, does everyone really lose in prediction markets? Stu breaks down the Wall Street Journal piece claiming only a few sharks win while everyone else loses, and explains why their poster child example wasn't exactly the best case choice.  Stu also reacts to the Senate quietly banning lawmakers from participating in prediction markets. Plus, we check in on a live entertainment market around Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu and its Rotten Tomatoes score expectations, and revisit the always-reliable benchmark for “beating the system”… Nancy Pelosi's stock picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Predictable w/ Stu, Stu reacts to the latest Iran war driven spike in oil prices and breaks down what the markets are signaling about where things could head next and how it may impact the 2026 midterm elections. Plus, the Supreme Court's redistricting ruling has both parties scrambling. Stu looks at which states are best positioned to take advantage and what this decision could mean for the political map moving forward. And finally, Stu's first thoughts on Janet Mills dropping her Maine Senate campaign for Nazi-tattoo enthusiast Graham Platner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's Predictable with Stu Burguiere breaks down the Supreme Court ruling that just made the map game a lot harder for Democrats. What looks like a technical court decision could have real consequences for future elections, if you understand how this actually works. Stu explains the impact and analyzes how the markets reacted to the news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megyn Kelly begins the show by discussing how Jimmy Kimmel blamed Trump instead of apologizing  on his show after joking about Melania happily becoming a widow, his pathetic desperation and irrelevance, George Clooney and Jake Tapper defending Jimmy Kimmel's disgusting “joke” about Donald Trump dying, whether ABC should keep him on the air, the problem with corporate media journalists getting cozy with those they have to cover, and more. Then Stu Burguiere, host of "Predictable" and "Stu and Dave Do America," joins to discuss why ABC ignores their own rules with Jimmy Kimmel after they unfairly forced out host Chris Harrison, the absurd pile-on that happened at the network with Harrison, Hasan Piker praising "social murder" of the healthcare CEO, the left not only justifying political violence but celebrating it, the shocking number of young and educated leftists who think violence is ok, liberals trying to “both sides” political violence despite the actual facts and evidence, the shocking number of young and educated leftists who think violence is ok, Jennifer Newsom saying Trump calling Norah O'Donnell a “disgrace” is somehow misogynistic, her hypocrisy and actual misogyny, and more.   More from Burguiere- https://predictableshow.com/   Birch Gold: Text MK to 989898 to join Birch Gold's Learn and Earn event by April 30! Herald Group: Learn more at https://GuardYourCard.com Cozy Earth: Visit https://www.CozyEarth.com & Use code MEGYN for up to 20% off Pure Talk: Dial #250 and say keyword MEGYN KELLY to switch to Pure Talk and get unlimited data for just $34.99 a month!     Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKelly Twitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShow Instagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShow Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow  Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.