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Is Your Life Busy? No problem! You can now listen each month as Pastor Kurt Owen reads the Kurt Owen Ministries' Monthly Teaching Letter to you. He writes these letters for your encouragement and discipleship to strengthen your faith, so we are willing to do whatever it takes to make it easier for you to benefit from them.Strengthen your faith by listening today!Learn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/1peuI66xkKg***UPDATED TEXT TO GIVE INFORMATION***Text GIVEKOM to 44321Become a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

This wasn't just any state of the union speech. It was a generational reveal that ripped off the Democrats' mask. A shockingly good economic trend that shatters previous records. Government should take your child by force and transition them? And more. (Please subscribe & share.)

In this episode of Real Life Conversations for Christian Coaches, I sit down with Erica Vinson for a real, honest conversation about how technology has changed coaching—and how it hasn't.We've both been coaching long enough to remember dial-in phone lines, paper notes, and simple scheduling. Now we're navigating Zoom calls, AI tools, automated systems, and more options than ever before.But here's what I keep coming back to:Technology has changed how we coach. It has not changed why we coach.In this conversation, we talk through what we're seeing in the coaching space right now, including the shift from phone to video, how we think about scheduling and rhythms, and the growing presence of AI in coaching businesses.We're not offering a step-by-step guide or telling you what tools to use.We're inviting you into discernment.We talk about:How coaching platforms have evolved over timeWhy phone coaching still holds valueHow to use scheduling tools without losing marginWhat role AI can (and cannot) play in coachingCreating guardrails for your digital presenceWhy coaching remains an inside-out practiceIf you're feeling overwhelmed by all the tools available—or unsure how to move forward with clarity—this conversation is meant to steady you.You don't need every new tool.You don't need to panic about AI.You do need to stay present, grounded, and aligned with your calling.FREE RESOURCES:Listen to our sister podcast the REALIFE Practice Podcast on your Favorite Podcast AppTake the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn't matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkTeresa's Book  Do What Matters, Live from Rest Not Rush is available. ! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out New Digital Downloads for personal or professional use  here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens and traveling as much as possible. About Erica Vinson:Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in the Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!

This episode of Cider Chat explores the growing Maine cider scene through Absolem Cider Company in Winthrop, a farm-based cidery helping shape New England's evolving cider identity. Located on a 60-acre farm in Winthrop, Maine, Absolem Cider Company is a cidery that expresses place, heritage apples, and hospitality. In this episode, Ria sits down with cider maker Zach Kaiser to explore how Absolem blends traditional inspiration with modern experimentation. From wild-foraged apples and native fermentations to wine-inspired co-ferments and Basque-style pours, Zach shares how Maine's apple history is shaping a new generation of New England cider. 00:00 Intro Cask Cider 00:06 Meet the Guest 01:27 How Cask Service Works 03:08 Why Absolem Uses It 04:07 Episode Roadmap 04:48 Ciderville News MOFGA Workshops 07:19 Listener Shoutout Chalkys Cider 08:29 Featured Chat Begins 09:23 Absolem Farm and Tasting Room 10:31 Where Winthrop Fits in Maine 12:42 Zachs Cider Origin Story 14:24 Founding Absolem Through COVID 16:34 Coferments and Wine Blends 18:13 Wend Wild Apple Cider 22:32 Fermentation Yeast and Malo 24:57 Beer Hybrids and Collabs 25:39 Flagship Ciders to Try 27:18 Sidra Style Foeder Program 28:40 Taproom Vibe and Winter Maine 29:21 Year Round Tasting Room 29:31 Local Bar Vibe 30:41 Lake Town Tourism 31:41 Cider As Experience 32:22 Ice Cider And Mistelle 32:47 Brandy Barrel Aging 34:36 Lodging And Visits 35:14 Signature Events Calendar 35:30 Bembel Fest Details 37:57 Anniversary And Collabs 39:30 Pressing And Production 41:36 Heating And Expansion 42:58 Five Year Vision 44:30 New England Cider Association 50:12 Wrap Up And Links Find the full show notes for this episode at CiderChat.com Episode 492: https://ciderchat.com/podcast/492-absolem-cider-company/ Listen to Episode 492 of Cider Chat® wherever you get your podcasts and don't forget to subscribe so you never miss what's coming next in Ciderville. Prefer to watch? Find Cider Chat on YouTube for more cider stories, orchard adventures, and global cider culture.

Kader Sakkaria on Translating Technical Complexity into Executive DecisionsKader Sakkaria is a senior technology and data executive who has led enterprise-scale transformation across financial services and complex global organizations. The work sits at the intersection of data, AI, and executive decision-making, helping organizations turn fragmented efforts into durable business value. In this episode, we focus on how technical leaders communicate with nontechnical audiences, how that skill evolves with seniority, and how to translate complexity into clear business decisions.To learn more about Kader, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/ksakkaria/__TEACH THE GEEK (http://teachthegeek.com) Prefer audio? Visit http://podcast.teachthegeek.comGet Public Speaking Tips for STEM Professionals at http://teachthegeek.com/tips

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, sits down with Gina Worful, MS, RD, to explore what your food cravings are really trying to tell you. Gina Worful, MS, RD, is the founder of the Mastering Mindfulness Institute. Originally trained as a registered dietitian, Gina saw that traditional diet approaches failed to create lasting change. She developed a mindfulness-based methodology that helps people build self-trust and transform their health from the inside out. Today, the Mastering Mindfulness Institute supports individuals, health professionals, and universities in applying this transformational approach. For many people navigating long COVID, chronic fatigue syndrome, and other chronic illnesses, food can feel like a battleground. You know what you "should" eat, but exhaustion, depletion, and overwhelm make it difficult to follow through. Gina explains why cravings are not a lack of willpower, but a signal from your nervous system that your body has shifted into protection mode. In this episode, you'll learn: Why cravings increase when your body feels depleted or unsafe   The difference between physical hunger and stress-driven urges   The 3 R method: Reconnect, Reset, Reflect   How early nervous system stress shows up in the body   Why food often becomes associated with safety, love, and comfort   How mindfulness builds self-trust instead of self-control   Why your relationship with food mirrors your relationship with life  Rather than fighting cravings or trying to overpower them, Gina shares how to approach them with curiosity and compassion. When you understand what your body is actually asking for, cravings can soften naturally and become a pathway toward deeper self-awareness and healing. To go deeper into Gina's work and learn her full method, access her free training and explore her programs here: Free Training: https://masteringmindfulness.institute/freetraining Website: https://www.masteringmindfulness.institute . We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Today's devotional is read by author and host of Eleven2one, Janice Wolfe. Taken from the heartfelt pages of her book, What Do I Have to Lose? Losing My Way and Finding God's, this transformative Bible study is rooted in the 100 occurrences of the Greek word for "lose" from Mark 8:35 and offers powerful insights to deepen your walk with the Lord.  To listen to the full audio book visit Audible.com. Prefer to read? Grab a printed copy at CausewayMediaGroup.com or the Kindle version on Amazon. Tune in to Faith Music Radio each Wednesday at 12:30 PM central time for this uplifting audio reading of What Do I Have to Lose? Losing My Way and Finding God's. You may also subscribe to Eleven2One on your favorite podcast platform for a weekly Wednesday download of the devotional.

The SKATCAST Network presents:The Dipsh*t Files #175 with the Script KeepersToday's Show:This week Mrs. Script Keeper gives us the first of two episodes on the life and death of Nirvana's Kurt Cobain. The commonly known story about the circumstances around Kurt's death doesn't add up, and with a recently published book on the subject, there are apparently new dipsh*ts to uncover.Thank you for listening! Have a happy Wednesday!!!Visit us for more episodes of SKATCAST and other shows like SKATCAST presents The Dave & Angus Show plus BONUS material at https://www.skatcast.com Watch select shows and shorts on YouTube: bit.ly/34kxCneJoin the conversation on Discord! https://discord.gg/XKxhHYwu9zFor all show related questions: info@skatcast.comPlease rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow SKATCAST on social media!! Instagram: @theescriptkeeper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scriptkeepersATWanna become a Patron? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/SkatcastSign up through Patreon and you'll get Exclusive Content, Behind The Scenes video, special downloads and more! Prefer to make a donation instead? You can do that through our PayPal: https://paypal.me/skatcastpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 Trust us! That title will make sense! It’s POWER RECORDS week where the boys listen to not one, but TWO short vinyl record superfolk stories! 1-Spider-Man and the Return of the Conquistador! 2-Superman and the Mxyzptlk up Menace! It’s the real Superman vs Spider-Man event! We listen along and poke fun, MST3K style. All that AND Merk has a new warm up bit, ‘Notions’. Little things that have been bugging him. Does Superman give everyone cancer with his xray vision? How does Venom poop? I know you’re intrigued. Join us. Direct Download: MP3

Over the past 13 years of coaching and training leaders, one of the phrases I hear time and again is this: “I just need my people to step up.”And yet, here's the uncomfortable truth I've had to learn myself.It's very hard for people to step up if their boss has their foot on their chest.Not intentionally. Not maliciously. But through subtle, well-meaning behaviours that quietly hold people back.In this episode of The Leader's Kitbag, I share a personal story from my time working in the Leadership Academy at Tesco, where I unintentionally stopped a talented graduate from developing simply because I thought I was “helping”.This episode is a practical reflection on how we sometimes suppress the very growth we're asking for.In this episode, you will learn:Why leaders rarely hold people back deliberately but often do so while trying to helpHow giving quick answers can slowly reduce your team's ability to think for themselvesThe hidden cost of redoing someone's work and the impact on their motivationWhy stepping back without disengaging is critical for long-term developmentBen's Key TakeawayIf I truly believe that my job as a leader is to support, develop and look after the people I have the privilege and responsibility to lead so that they can deliver the results I'm accountable for, then sometimes the most powerful thing I can do is step back.Not to abandon them.But to give them space.Because people can only rise up when we take our foot off their chest.This week, ask yourself:Where might I be unintentionally pinning someone down whilst wanting them to step up?Is there a meeting I could let them lead?A problem I could coach them through instead of solving?A presentation they could deliver in my place?If we want growth, confidence and accountability in our teams, we have to create the conditions for it.Want to learn more about how to be a leader?The waitlist is now open for the cohort of my ‘Leader in Me' programme.If you're ready to:Build confidence and capability as a leaderBreak free from firefighting and become more proactiveLearn how to inspire your team and deliver results…Join the waitlist here for early access and updates on the next open programme.Prefer bite-sized learning?Check out the 10-4-10 Leadership Programme, my free online course that delivers powerful, practical leadership tools in just 10 minutes a week.You'll get:Weekly lessons on topics like delegation, motivation and prioritisationA short video, podcast, and book recommendation each weekSimple tactics you can use straight awayIt's practical, no-nonsense leadership training that fits into your busy schedule.Learn more about the 10-4-10 programme here.

Hey Girl, How many times have you ignored your body because you felt guilty? Guilty for not working out. Guilty for wanting alone time. Guilty for not being in the mood. Guilty for resting. Guilty for saying no. Guilty for going to girls' night. Guilty for spending money on yourself. In this episode, we're unpacking something that quietly sabotages women's health more than almost anything else: guilt. Because guilt doesn't just live in your mind. It lives in your nervous system. It lives in your breath. It lives in your pelvic floor. And every time you override your truth to keep the peace, avoid discomfort, or prove your worth — your body absorbs it. In This Episode, We Explore: Why guilt is often conditioning — not intuition How guilt shows up in movement, intimacy, rest, and relationships The connection between guilt, stress, and pelvic floor tension Why pushing through pain (in workouts or intercourse) creates more dysfunction How guilt keeps women stuck in all-or-nothing cycles The physiological impact of chronic guilt on cortisol, breath, and muscle tone The difference between guilt and integrity Practical ways to stop betraying your body in small, daily moments Every time you override your truth, your body adapts to that pattern. And over time, that pattern becomes pain. Or leaking. Or pressure. Or disconnection. Small moments of honesty create safety in your body. And safety is where healing begins. How This Connects to RESTORE Inside RESTORE, we don't just strengthen your core and pelvic floor. We: Retrain your breath Regulate your nervous system Address tension patterns Teach you how to move without overriding your body Help you rebuild strength from safety — not guilt Because true strength is not forcing your body to comply. It's learning how to listen to it. If you're ready to stop betraying your body and start healing from integrity, you can learn more about RESTORE inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App. And if you need deeper, individualized support, 1:1 coaching or pelvic floor PT may be your next step. Guilt is loud. Truth is quiet. Healing happens when you learn to hear the quiet voice. ~ XO Dr. Des

Over some Flor De Cana & Tequila we sit down with Ricardo Dunin, Founder & CEO of Oak Capital. Ricardo is behind some of Miami's most iconic developments, including The Mutiny Hotel, Sonesta Coconut Grove, Meridian Lofts,  The Ritz-Carlton Residences Miami Beach, and currently the Domus projects in Brickell, and Edgewater. Born in Minnesota, raised in Brazil, and trained across global markets, Ricardo's journey spans investment banking in Nashville, real estate in New York, and building a dominant commercial brokerage in Rio before ultimately planting roots in South Florida. From pioneering Miami's first luxury condo-hotel to transforming the former Miami Heart Institute into one of the most refined residential properties in the city, Ricardo has built a career on seeing opportunity where others see obstacles.We talk about the early days of professionalizing real estate in Brazil, taking bold risks, partnering with global brands like Ritz-Carlton, and why great developers are more like orchestra conductors than builders.This is a conversation about vision, design, risk, and what it really takes to create projects that define a city.Connect with usWant to dive deeper into Miami's commercial real estate scene? It's our favorite topic and we're always up for a good conversation. Whether you're just exploring or already making big moves, feel free to reach out at info@builtworldadvisors.com or give us a call at 305.498.9410. Prefer to connect online? Find us on LinkedIn or Instagram - we're always open to expanding the conversation. Ben Hoffman: LinkedIn Felipe Azenha: LinkedIn We extend our sincere gratitude to Büro coworking space for generously granting us the opportunity to record all our podcasts at any of their 8 convenient locations across South Florida.

SKATCAST Network presents:The SKATCAST Show #215 by the Script KeeperToday's Skit-Skat(s):[ Gunner Halifax: 2012 | 4:45 ] - "Broggo and Bitnot" - Gunner and the crew play a game of Blok Zok (basically space poker) and tell space stories as they handle the psychic blue alien space baby they kidnapped. What a mess!Bonus scenes for this episode in Patreon NOW!Thank you for all the support! Check out more Gunner Halifax and the Star Mech Rangers in the funny pages of the last four issues of SKATAZINE!Happy Tuesday!!!Visit us for more episodes of SKATCAST and other shows like SKATCAST presents The Dave & Angus Show plus BONUS material at https://www.skatcast.com Watch select shows and shorts on YouTube: bit.ly/34kxCneJoin the conversation on Discord! https://discord.gg/XKxhHYwu9zFor all show related questions: info@skatcast.comPlease rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow SKATCAST on social media!! Instagram: @theescriptkeeper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scriptkeepersATWanna become a Patron? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/SkatcastSign up through Patreon and you'll get Exclusive Content, Behind The Scenes video, special downloads and more! Prefer to make a donation instead? You can do that through our PayPal: https://paypal.me/skatcastpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the weather being snowy again in Pittsburgh, Nicholas "Harry" Callas wonders if there are any adults that still enjoy days where it snows.

Test prep doesn't have to mean packets or pressure. In this episode, we redefine test prep as helping students remember what they've already learned through simple, low-stakes retrieval practice and reflection. We share why traditional review often falls short, how strategies like brain dumps and quick recall prompts strengthen learning, and how starting small right now leads to calmer, more effective test prep later.Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/test-prep-strategies-for-elementary-teachers/Resources:Powerful Teaching bookBulb subscriptionGrow lightJoin The Teacher Approved Club (power questions included!)Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Teacher Approved Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple Podcasts!Leave a comment or rating on SpotifyRelated Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 185. 6 Easy Tips for Simplifying Your Test Prep SeasonEpisode 183. 2 Smart Test Prep Strategies You Need to Use with Your StudentsEpisode 182. Boost Your Test Prep with These 3 Retrieval Practice ActivitiesEpisode 121. How to...

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The Inspiring Life School Podcast helps quietly ambitious women get unstuck, build momentum and take aligned action without the mind drama.No fluff. No endless motivation hype. Just honest conversations and practical mindset coaching to help you finally follow through on the things that matter.Hosted by Frances Vidakovic - mindset and action coach, life strategist, author and creator of Inspiring Life Academy - this podcast will help you rewire your thinking, break out of self-sabotage, and step into your full potential with clarity and courage.

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The superyacht industry is growing fast. The question is whether service infrastructure is keeping up.With more than 800 yachts currently in build or contract worldwide, refit demand, control system upgrades, and technical service capacity are becoming critical issues across the global fleet.In this episode of Yachting USA, host Rick Thomas speaks with Marcel Aartsen of OEM Yacht Service about the realities behind superyacht refits, obsolete PLC systems, skilled labour shortages, and the migration of vessels between the United States and Europe for technical support.This is a direct conversation about what keeps yachts operational after delivery.In this episode: Why superyacht refit demand is accelerating The challenge of replacing aging PLC and control systems onboard Skilled technician shortages across shipyards The cost and inefficiency of flying engineers globally Why collaboration between service providers may be the future Entrepreneurship and growth in marine engineering If you work in shipbuilding, yacht refit, marine engineering, crew management, or yacht operations, this discussion is essential listening.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-newsSupported by ATPI TravelATPI Travel supports the global yachting and maritime industry with specialist travel solutions designed for complex crew logistics, operational travel and industry mobility.Visit: https://www.atpi.comYachting USA Host: Rick Thomas Guest: Marcel Aartsen, OEM Yacht Service

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The SKATCAST Network presents:Truck Driver Theater #79 by the Script KeeperToday's Skit-SKATs:It's a marathon of Super Epic Space Stories from the Book of Shmoggie collection. This Skit-SKAT arc is part of "Rise of Darth Shmoggius". Space dumb go!Hope you have a rad Saturday!Visit us for more episodes of SKATCAST and other shows like SKATCAST presents The Dave & Angus Show plus BONUS material at https://www.skatcast.com Watch select shows and shorts on YouTube: bit.ly/34kxCneJoin the conversation on Discord! https://discord.gg/XKxhHYwu9zFor all show related questions: info@skatcast.comPlease rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow SKATCAST on social media!! Instagram: @theescriptkeeper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scriptkeepersATWanna become a Patron? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/SkatcastSign up through Patreon and you'll get Exclusive Content, Behind The Scenes video, special downloads and more! Prefer to make a donation instead? You can do that through our PayPal: https://paypal.me/skatcastpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Supercharge Points & Miles with Gift Card Reselling - QCGC Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast | Justin Vacula Justin Vacula hosts Taylor from QCGC (qcgc.io) to show how gift card reselling can help you earn more credit card points, miles, and cashback beyond everyday spending. By buying gift cards during promotions and reselling them through QCGC, keep the rewards while scaling your credit card spending. Recorded February 6, 2026, this episode covers QCGC's newly launched portal (live since December 2025) that replaces the old spreadsheet system. Taylor walks through the platform's deals section (profit, end dates, sources, remaining capacity, payout rates, and timeframes), the rates page that consolidates brands and denominations (including anywhere sources), and customizable deal alerts (with SMS planned). They also discuss entering payment details for ACH payouts and enabling optional two-factor authentication. Chapters / Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: Travel with Points & Miles 00:32 Meet Taylor & QCGC 01:57 Gift Card Reselling 101 04:31 Inside the New QCGC Portal: Deals Page, Alerts 06:14 Rates Page, Popular Brands & Converting Multi-Brand Gift Cards 08:37 Payout Timing, ACH Deposits & Bank Account Bonuses 09:30 De-Risking & Bank Scrutiny: Amex and Safer Buying Habits 13:15 More Portal Features: SMS Alerts, Payment Info, 2FA & Feature Requests 15:09 How to Join QCGC + Community: Onboarding, Support 17:02 Break + Announcements: Socials, Meetups, FTU, and CardPointers 21:20 Deal Math in Action: Lowe's Promo, Gas Points, Staples & Profit Thresholds 26:06 Best Cards to Us 27:44 Real-World Friction: Store Limits, Cashiers Making Up Rules 29:39 Listener Q&A: Trust, Reputation, Starting Small 32:55 Step-by-Step Submissions: Reserving Capacity, Uploading Cards 34:52 Avoiding Mistakes 37:04 Wrap-Up —

This is the Bricks & Bytes Executive Weekly Briefing. ~20 minutes. Every week. The only construction briefing built from real conversations with the people making the decisions.A VP at a multi-billion-dollar US contractor told me this week that our industry is in its Blockbuster Video moment. Peak profitability, record volumes, and completely blind to what's coming. After everything I heard this week, I'm struggling to argue with him.In this briefing: UK construction activity collapses (starts down 31%, awards down 43%). Procore/Datagrid Q4 Earnings and bets the company on agentic AI. Autodesk drops $200M on spatial intelligence. A major UK contractor is designing bridges in 40 minutes instead of 4 months. 3D printed buildings hit an exponential curve. And Anthropic's AI safety chief quits to study poetry.Plus: three things you can do this week to start paddling before the wave breaks.Prefer to read? You can read the full thing at:

Pelvic floor tips to move from tension and guarding to comfort and confidence If you've been listening to this series and thinking… “Okay, I understand what might be causing my pain.” “I see how stress and mental load are affecting my body.” “But what do I actually DO?” This episode is your next step. Pain with intimacy is common — but it is not something you have to push through, numb out, or accept as your new normal. Today we're talking about practical, body-based strategies to reduce pelvic floor tension, rebuild safety, and gradually restore comfort and confidence in the bedroom. Because healing isn't about forcing relaxation. It's about creating safety. In This Episode, We Cover: Why pushing through pain makes it worse The pain → guarding → more pain cycle Why many women with painful intercourse actually have an overactive pelvic floor (not a weak one) The importance of downtraining before strengthening 360 breathing and long exhale techniques to calm tension “Hip breathers” and mobility work that support pelvic relaxation External soft tissue release before internal work How to approach dilators or pelvic wand work safely (if appropriate) The power of slowing down arousal and removing performance pressure Lube, positioning, and small environmental shifts that make a big difference How graded exposure helps retrain the brain and calm pain pathways The Big Reframe Pain with intimacy is not a sign that you are broken. It is information. Your nervous system and pelvic floor are communicating something — often about tension, overwhelm, fear, or past experiences. When we respond with pressure, force, or avoidance, the guarding increases. When we respond with safety, breath, and gradual progression, the body adapts. Your brain and pelvic floor are deeply connected — and both can relearn safety. Practical Starting Points If you're experiencing pain with intercourse, consider: ✔️ Pausing penetration temporarily ✔️ Focusing on breath and long exhales daily ✔️ Addressing hip, inner thigh, and glute tension ✔️ Prioritizing arousal before penetration ✔️ Experimenting with positions that give you control ✔️ Removing pressure to “perform” Remember: intimacy does not equal penetration. Connection and pleasure are broader than we were taught. When to See a Pelvic Floor PT You may benefit from professional support if: Pain persists beyond a few months You have a history of tearing or scar tissue You experience severe guarding or anxiety You're avoiding intimacy entirely DIY approaches aren't helping Inside RESTORE, we focus on breath coordination, nervous system regulation, mobility, and pelvic floor retraining in a progressive, supportive way. For more complex or severe pain, 1:1 pelvic floor physical therapy may be the best next step. You do not have to navigate this alone. Up Next in the Series In our next episode, we'll talk about rebuilding confidence and reclaiming pleasure — not just reducing pain. Because healing is not just about eliminating symptoms. It's about expanding what's possible. If this episode resonated, share it with someone who needs to hear that pain with intimacy is treatable — and that softness is strength. ~ XO Dr. Des

The SKATCAST Network presents:Just A Ride Podcast #174 with the BahsToday's Ride:This week the discussion focuses on whether or not the human brain can handle the kind of world we've built for ourselves. The convo spirals all over, but what do you think? Are our brains capable of living in a society where information about everything is everywhere?Thank you for listening ! Happy Friday!Visit us for more episodes of SKATCAST and other shows like SKATCAST presents The Dave & Angus Show plus BONUS material at https://www.skatcast.com Watch select shows and shorts on YouTube: bit.ly/34kxCneJoin the conversation on Discord! https://discord.gg/XKxhHYwu9zFor all show related questions: info@skatcast.comPlease rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow SKATCAST on social media!! Instagram: @theescriptkeeper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scriptkeepersATWanna become a Patron? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/SkatcastSign up through Patreon and you'll get Exclusive Content, Behind The Scenes video, special downloads and more! Prefer to make a donation instead? You can do that through our PayPal: https://paypal.me/skatcastpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back with a fresh recap & review of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1, Episode 7, "Ko'Zeine." Spring Break hits Starfleet Academy, and while some cadets plan a quiet getaway, others get swept into royal weddings, questionable science experiments, and decisions that could derail a pre-command future. Jessica Lynn Verdi and John Champion unpack the cultural clash on the Khionian "sunset moon," the consequence of cutting corners on the USS Athena, and what this episode has to say about truth and accountability. It's a spoiler-heavy discussion as we break down the latest chapter of this new Trek series' the hits, the head-scratchers, and the character turns that may shape the rest of the season.   Prefer to watch? Mission Log: Reactor premieres weekly on YouTube: youtube.com/@MissionLogPodcasts   Want it early? Patreon members get Mission Log: Reactor a day before the public release — for as little as $1: patreon.com/missionlog   And join us Mondays at 7PM PT / 10PM ET for Mission Log Live, our audience call-in talkback show — streaming FREE on Patreon: patreon.com/missionlog   For more Star Trek podcasts, videos, and discussion: missionlogpodcast.com

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Sign up for Practi, a new platform that helps law firms use subscription billing.Here are the top 5 takeaways from this episode:1. The Billable Hour Will Decline Within 5 Years. AI automation will eliminate at least 30% of associate hours with certainty - work like document review, diligence, and drafting that AI already handles well. The billable hour model is fundamentally incompatible with AI-driven efficiency gains, forcing law firms to transition to alternative pricing models.2. Law Firms Must Invest in R&D Now. Most law firms operate on a cash basis optimized for profit-taking, with no budget for research and development. To survive the AI transformation, firms need to adopt a “Netflix mindset” - building infrastructure for a future that doesn't exist yet rather than over-indexing on immediate ROI. The return on investment during this transition period is learning.3. The Law Firm Partnership Model Must Evolve. To compete in an AI-enabled future, law firms will need as many (or more) non-lawyers than lawyers - data scientists, AI engineers, QA specialists, and change managers. The current partnership model can't attract and retain this talent through stock options or proper governance structures, necessitating a shift toward C-corp structures with outside capital.4. Subscription Models Are the Future of Legal Pricing. When AI eliminates the ability to bill for time savings, subscription-based pricing becomes the logical alternative. Lawyers who aren't billing by the hour are immediately incentivized to invest in efficiency tools and automation, creating a competitive advantage as the profession transforms.5. Legal AI Companies Will Displace Law Firm Revenue. Companies like Harvey and Legora need to displace significant law firm revenue for their valuations to make sense - Harvey's $8B valuation requires an eventual $80B outcome. They're already selling directly to law firm clients, positioning themselves to deliver legal services rather than just legal technology, fundamentally disrupting the traditional law firm model.__________________________Want your question to be answered on a future show? Fill out this short survey.Check out Infodash.Sign up for Paxton, my all-in-one AI legal assistant, helping me with legal research, analysis, drafting, and enhancing existing legal work product.Get Connected with SixFifty⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a business and employment legal document automation tool.Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gavel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, an automation platform for law firms.Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Law Subscribed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to subscribe to the weekly newsletter to listen from your web browser.Prefer monthly updates? Sign up for the Law Subscribed Monthly Digest on LinkedIn.Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mathew Kerbis'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ law firm ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscription Attorney LLC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Want to use the subscription model for your law firm? Click here to sign up for a new platform that helps law firms use subscription billing. Get full access to Law Subscribed at www.lawsubscribed.com/subscribe

We're back with a fresh recap & review of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1, Episode 7, "Ko'Zeine." Spring Break hits Starfleet Academy, and while some cadets plan a quiet getaway, others get swept into royal weddings, questionable science experiments, and decisions that could derail a pre-command future. Jessica Lynn Verdi and John Champion unpack the cultural clash on the Khionian "sunset moon," the consequence of cutting corners on the USS Athena, and what this episode has to say about truth and accountability. It's a spoiler-heavy discussion as we break down the latest chapter of this new Trek series' the hits, the head-scratchers, and the character turns that may shape the rest of the season.   Prefer to watch? Mission Log: Reactor premieres weekly on YouTube: youtube.com/@MissionLogPodcasts   Want it early? Patreon members get Mission Log: Reactor a day before the public release — for as little as $1: patreon.com/missionlog   And join us Mondays at 7PM PT / 10PM ET for Mission Log Live, our audience call-in talkback show — streaming FREE on Patreon: patreon.com/missionlog   For more Star Trek podcasts, videos, and discussion: missionlogpodcast.com

Resilience is not grinding harder. Resilience is staying. And most entrepreneurs don't fail because they're incapable. They fail because they leave too early. Emotionally. Mentally. Sometimes physically. So today we're talking about the two traits nobody brags about on Instagram: Resilience and patience. If you're in a slower season right now, or you feel like things are not moving as fast as you want… this episode is for you.   Time Stamps:   (0:15) A Talk You Need At Any Stage of Business (2:17) What Resiliency Really Is (4:08) Patience Is Trust Compounding Over Time (6:00) Fear Is A Compass (8:20) Clarifying Massive Action (9:52) Protect Your Mental Inbox (11:13) Your Top 3 Priorities ----------

Nick and Jonathan talk about the Browns focus this offseason, and whether they should prioritize an upgrade at quarterback and wide receiver.

There are multiple pathways into the RIA model.Each with pros and cons.One of the pathways is to join an existing RIA.When I first note the latter to advisors, there is often a misconception about what that entails.I'll often hear… “I don't want to sell my practice.”That “flavor” of RIA exists, but it's by no means the only flavor available.In fact, there are over a dozen variables that distinguish one RIA from another.Some RIA offerings will be of no interest to you, whereas others could be very appealing.In this episode (#142) of the Transition To RIA question & answer series I explain how to evaluate an RIA to potentially join.Come take a listen!P.S. Prefer video? You can find this entire series in video format on Youtube. Search for the TRANSITION TO RIA channel.Show notes: https://TransitionToRIA.com/how-do-i-evaluate-an-ria-to-join/About Host: Brad Wales is the founder of Transition To RIA, where he helps financial advisors between $50M and $1B understand everything there is to know about WHY and HOW to transition their practice to the Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) model. Brad has 20+ years of industry experience, including direct RIA related roles in Compliance, Finance and Business Development. He has an MBA and has held the 4, 7, 24, 63 & 65 licenses. The Transition To RIA website (TransitionToRIA.com) has a large catalog of free videos, articles, whitepapers, as well as other resources to help advisors understand the RIA model and how it would apply to their unique circumstances.

The SKATCAST Network presents:The Dave and Angus Show #212Today's Crap:Dave and Angus take you behind the scenes for season one of Creepiest Sh*t! There are injuries.Thank you for listening! Happy Thursday!Visit us for more episodes of SKATCAST and other shows like SKATCAST presents The Dave & Angus Show plus BONUS material at https://www.skatcast.com Watch select shows and shorts on YouTube: bit.ly/34kxCneJoin the conversation on Discord! https://discord.gg/XKxhHYwu9zFor all show related questions: info@skatcast.comPlease rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow SKATCAST on social media!! Instagram: @theescriptkeeper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scriptkeepersATWanna become a Patron? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/SkatcastSign up through Patreon and you'll get Exclusive Content, Behind The Scenes video, special downloads and more! Prefer to make a donation instead? You can do that through our PayPal: https://paypal.me/skatcastpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Signs, symptoms & why waiting until postpartum may be the harder path Most women don't even know they can see a pelvic floor physical therapist while pregnant. They're told leaking is normal. Pelvic pain is normal. Pressure is normal. Back pain is normal. And while those symptoms may be common in pregnancy — they are not something you simply have to live with. In this episode, Dr. Des breaks down when to see a pelvic floor PT during pregnancy, what red flags to watch for, and why proactive support can completely change your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery. Because pregnancy isn't something you're meant to survive — it's something you can move through with strength, strategy, and support. In This Episode, We Cover: Why pelvic floor PT during pregnancy is often overlooked The biggest misconception about “waiting until postpartum” Common but NOT normal symptoms in pregnancy Bladder leaking, urgency, and frequent UTIs Pelvic pain, pubic symphysis pain, SI joint pain, and tailbone pain Vaginal pressure or heaviness Pain with intercourse during pregnancy How breath mechanics and posture shift as baby grows Why prevention is easier than rehab What a pelvic floor PT actually does during pregnancy Birth prep strategies including pushing mechanics and positioning

An early conversation that explored possibilities cider was only beginning to consider. As Cider Chat moves toward its 500th episode, we revisit conversations from the earliest seasons, taking a long view of the moments that quietly shaped where cider and this podcast would go. This episode, originally recorded in Season One, features legendary winemaker Randall Grahm, founder of Bonny Doon Vineyard and a James Beard Award winner. At the time, inviting a winemaker onto a cider podcast felt like stepping outside the expected boundaries of the category. Looking back now, it marked a turning point. Long before many of these topics became common discussion in cider, this conversation explores: indigenous and wild yeast fermentation the use of pied de cuve to build healthy native fermentations beginning fermentations de novo each vintage blending philosophy borrowed from wine quince used as structure and aroma rather than juice perry through a winemaker's lens antique fruits like medlars cider as an expression of curiosity and place Randall Grahm Find the full show notes for this episode at CiderChat.com Episode 491: https://ciderchat.com/podcast/491-randall-grahm-cider-history/ Listen to Episode 491 of Cider Chat® wherever you get your podcasts and don't forget to subscribe so you never miss what's coming next in Ciderville. Prefer to watch? Find Cider Chat on YouTube for more cider stories, orchard adventures, and global cider culture.

Mike Grabarek: Learning, Leadership, and the Language of ImpactMike Grabarek helps people and organizations thrive through better learning, coaching, and change leadership. From streamlining performance management to crafting top-rated eLearning and coaching programs, he has led L&D efforts that stick. We talk about how technical professionals can communicate more effectively with nontechnical audiences, and what organizations can do to build those skills.To learn more about Mike, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-grabarek/__TEACH THE GEEK (http://teachthegeek.com) Prefer video? Visit http://youtube.teachthegeek.comGet Public Speaking Tips for STEM Professionals at http://teachthegeek.com/tips

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, sits down with Eleanor Stein, MD, to explore how sunlight can be used strategically to increase energy and support recovery in long COVID and ME/CFS. Eleanor Stein, MD, is a medical doctor and psychiatrist with 36 years of personal and clinical experience in complex chronic illness. After experiencing significant improvement in her own health, she shifted her focus to sharing practical, science-based tools rooted in neuroplasticity, hormesis, mindset, and quantum biology. Together, they explain how red and infrared light from the sun directly support mitochondrial function and energy production. They discuss the research showing that red light exposure can increase carbon dioxide output, a marker of improved cellular metabolism, and why this matters for people with fatigue and metabolic dysfunction. They also clarify how light acts as a hormetic stressor, why small doses are beneficial, and how to apply sunlight exposure safely using a personalized Goldilocks dose. In this episode, you'll learn: How red and infrared light from the sun stimulate mitochondrial energy production Why increased carbon dioxide output reflects improved cellular metabolism How blue LED light can negatively impact metabolic function and blood sugar What hormesis means at the cellular level Why small, intermittent stressors activate repair pathways How oxidative stress can be beneficial when properly dosed How to find your personal Goldilocks dose for light exposure Why pacing is critical if you have post-exertional malaise How light, temperature, fasting, and breathwork fit into a broader hormetic framework Why discomfort in the right dose can support healing If you are interested in learning more about Eleanor Stein, MD, and her work, including her community membership "Live! with Dr. Stein", visit: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/live . We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Today's devotional is read by author and host of Eleven2one, Janice Wolfe. Taken from the heartfelt pages of her book, What Do I Have to Lose? Losing My Way and Finding God's, this transformative Bible study is rooted in the 100 occurrences of the Greek word for "lose" from Mark 8:35 and offers powerful insights to deepen your walk with the Lord.  To listen to the full audio book visit Audible.com. Prefer to read? Grab a printed copy at CausewayMediaGroup.com or the Kindle version on Amazon. Tune in to Faith Music Radio each Wednesday at 12:30 PM central time for this uplifting audio reading of What Do I Have to Lose? Losing My Way and Finding God's. You may also subscribe to Eleven2One on your favorite podcast platform for a weekly Wednesday download of the devotional.

The SKATCAST Network presents:The Dipsh*t Files #174 with the Script KeepersToday's Episode:This week Mrs. Script Keeper takes us down another path of true crime terribleness with a real D-bag named Gary. Prepare the sun-cannon!Here the link Mrs. Script Keeper mentioned:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9Tw1iejmzcThank you for listening! Happy Wednesday!!!Visit us for more episodes of SKATCAST and other shows like SKATCAST presents The Dave & Angus Show plus BONUS material at https://www.skatcast.com Watch select shows and shorts on YouTube: bit.ly/34kxCneJoin the conversation on Discord! https://discord.gg/XKxhHYwu9zFor all show related questions: info@skatcast.comPlease rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow SKATCAST on social media!! Instagram: @theescriptkeeper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scriptkeepersATWanna become a Patron? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/SkatcastSign up through Patreon and you'll get Exclusive Content, Behind The Scenes video, special downloads and more! Prefer to make a donation instead? You can do that through our PayPal: https://paypal.me/skatcastpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Dish on Health IT, host Tony Schueth is joined by co-host Alix Goss and special guest Amy Gleason, Strategic Advisor to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Administrator of the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Service, for a wide-ranging discussion on how health IT modernization is evolving under a pledge-driven, incentive-backed federal strategy.The conversation begins not with policy, but with lived experience.From Emergency Room to Interoperability AdvocateAmy shares how her early career as an emergency room nurse exposed the dangers of fragmented information. Providers were expected to make critical decisions without access to complete patient histories, while patients, often in pain or distress, were unrealistically asked to recall complex medical details.That professional frustration became deeply personal when her daughter went more than a year without diagnosis for a rare autoimmune disease, juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM). Multiple specialists saw pieces of the puzzle, but no one could see the full picture across charts and settings. Amy reflects that if today's AI tools had been applied to her daughter's complete longitudinal record, the condition may have surfaced sooner.That experience shaped her philosophy. Technology must converge with policy and trust in ways that tangibly improve care.Why Pledges Instead of Rules?Tony presses on a central theme. Amy has argued that we cannot regulate our way to success. Why pursue voluntary pledges instead of federal rulemaking?Amy explains her frustration returning to government in 2025 to find interoperability policies she helped draft in 2020 still not fully effective until 2027. Seven years is an eternity in technology. Meanwhile, the industry had technically complied with numerous mandates including Meaningful Use, Cures Act APIs and CMS interoperability rules, yet many workflows still felt broken.In her view, regulation created a floor but not always real transformation.The CMS Health Tech Ecosystem Pledge was launched as a different model. The federal government used its convening power to articulate a clear vision and challenge industry to deliver minimum viable products within six to twelve months rather than years.Initially announced with roughly 60 companies, the pledge initiative has grown to more than 600 participants collaborating in working groups. The three initial patient-focused use cases include:Improving data interoperability“Killing the clipboard” through digital identity and QR-based sharingLeveraging conversational AI and personalized recommendations for chronic conditions such as diabetes and obesityAmy describes live demonstrations at a Connectathon showing OAuth-enabled data retrieval, QR ingestion into EHR workflows and AI-powered recommendations built on patient data. The goal is not perfection by the first milestone, but real-world minimum viable functionality that can iteratively improve.Alix notes that from the standards community perspective, this approach feels aligned with long-standing calls for industry-driven collaboration, though it remains early to measure widespread impact.Carrots, Sticks and Rural HealthThe discussion turns to incentives.Amy outlines the administration's carrots and sticks strategy:Stick: Enforcement of information blocking, with penalties up to $2 million per occurrenceCarrots: Financial incentives such as the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program and the CMS ACCESS Model, which pays for technology-enabled outcomesThe Rural Health Transformation Program directs money to states with expectations that ecosystem-aligned interoperability and app participation be incorporated into funding proposals. CMS retains oversight and clawback authority to ensure funds support rural providers.The ACCESS Model represents a significant shift. Technology-enabled care platforms can register as Medicare Part B providers and be paid for measurable outcomes in tracks such as cardiometabolic disease, musculoskeletal conditions and behavioral health. Providers remain in the loop and receive compensation for referral and care plan oversight.Alix underscores that rural providers face steep financial and workforce constraints. Standards participation, implementation and technology upgrades require resources that are often scarce. The success of these incentives will depend on whether they reduce burden rather than add to it.AI: Evolution, Risk and RealityAI becomes a central thread of the episode.Amy compares AI adoption to autonomous vehicle models. Some scenarios allow tightly controlled automation, such as medication refills, while others require a human in the loop for higher-risk decisions. She points to a Utah prescription refill pilot as an example of bounded automation, where malpractice coverage and clearly defined use cases mitigate risk.When Tony asks who owns risk in this evolving landscape, Amy emphasizes the need for light but clear regulatory pathways rather than fragmented state-by-state oversight.Patients, she notes, are already there. Millions are asking health-related questions weekly through AI tools. The more pressing issue is ensuring those tools are grounded in structured medical data rather than incomplete memory or unverified inputs.She shares a striking story. Her daughter was excluded from a clinical trial due to a misclassification of ulcerative colitis. By uploading her records into an AI model, they identified a more precise diagnosis, microscopic lymphocytic colitis, which did not disqualify her from the trial. For Amy, this demonstrates both the power and inevitability of AI use.Alix adds caution. AI is only as strong as the data beneath it. Dirty, inconsistent and poorly structured data limits performance. Standards and terminologies remain essential to fuel high-fidelity models and safeguard trust.FHIR, Deregulation and the Data FoundationThe conversation addresses an emerging tension. If regulatory burdens are being reduced, does that signal less need for structured standards like FHIR?Amy candidly admits she initially wondered whether AI might reduce the need for FHIR altogether. After discussions with labs and technologists, she concluded the opposite. Standardized data dramatically improves AI performance and reduces error.Deregulation is about removing unnecessary burden, not abandoning foundational data structures.Alix reinforces that FHIR enables discrete, normalized data capture that supports both legacy transactions and AI evolution. While future innovations may emerge, today FHIR remains the backbone for scalable interoperability.Prior Authorization and HIPAA ModernizationThe episode dives into prior authorization modernization across medical and pharmacy domains.Amy notes growing interest among pledge participants to expand into pharmacy prior authorization testing, diagnostic imaging, real-time benefit checks and bulk FHIR performance testing.Alix provides insight into ongoing work within the Designated Standards Maintenance Organizations to incorporate FHIR-based approaches into HIPAA-named standards, particularly for prior authorization. She highlights testing beyond Connectathons, including implementer communities and real-world pilot efforts.Both stress the importance of public comment periods and industry engagement, describing participation as a civic responsibility for health IT professionals.Trust as the Core EnablerThe final segment centers on trust.Amy explains that the ecosystem initiative aims to reinforce trust through:Stronger digital identity verification such as Clear, ID.me and Login.govCertification frameworks such as CARIN and DIME for patient-facing appsA new national provider directory to replace fragmented provider data sourcesTransparency dashboards showing data requests, volumes and purposeRather than replacing frameworks like TEFCA, she describes the pledge model as an accelerator layered above the regulatory floor.Transparency acts as sunlight, enabling visibility into who is accessing data and for what purpose.Final TakeawaysIn closing, Amy urges providers not to sit on the sidelines. Too often, she says, providers feel change is imposed on them. The pledge environment is designed as an open forum where they can directly shape what works or does not work in real workflows.Alix echoes the call. Standards require participation. Organizations must allocate budget and staff to engage, comment and collaborate. It truly takes a village.Tony concludes by framing the episode's core message. Regulation establishes baseline expectations, but voluntary movements can demonstrate what is possible before mandates reach the Federal Register.Across pledges, payment reform, AI evolution and trust frameworks, the episode underscores a consistent theme. Modernization in health IT depends not only on policy direction, but on shared accountability and active participation from every stakeholder in the ecosystem.Listeners are reminded that POCP is available to support organizations in understanding the implications of federal initiatives, enforcement priorities and their strategic implications. Reach out to us to set up an initial consultation. The episode closes, as always, with the reminder that Health IT is a dish best served hot.Prefer video? Catch episodes on the POCP YouTube channel

The SKATCAST Network presents:The SKATCAST Show #214 with the Script KeeperToday's Skit-SKATs:[ Liam the Monster Hunter | 1:39 ] - "Monstaria/Monstarnia" - Liam and his family continue their perilous journey through VeryFarnia. High-fantasy never seemed so low-brow. That seemed like a fun thing to write. Was that dumb? Anyway. Bonus scene in Patreon![ Santa Claus: Crime Fighter | 15:10 ] - "Rise of God Wing" - Batman is having a rough time getting used to being back from hell, and so his buddies come to his aid. Bonus scene for this Skit -SKAT in Patreon!Thank you for listening! Have a happy Tuesday!!!Visit us for more episodes of SKATCAST and other shows like SKATCAST presents The Dave & Angus Show plus BONUS material at https://www.skatcast.com Watch select shows and shorts on YouTube: bit.ly/34kxCneJoin the conversation on Discord! https://discord.gg/XKxhHYwu9zFor all show related questions: info@skatcast.comPlease rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow SKATCAST on social media!! Instagram: @theescriptkeeper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scriptkeepersATWanna become a Patron? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/SkatcastSign up through Patreon and you'll get Exclusive Content, Behind The Scenes video, special downloads and more! Prefer to make a donation instead? You can do that through our PayPal: https://paypal.me/skatcastpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello, Protagonists!Welcome to another episode of the Creative, Inspired, ALIVE podcast—where we go behind the scenes with the storytellers shaping our culture.Our next guests, Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegmund-Broka, are a married Romance writing team! They met and fell in love in high school. Austin went on to graduate from Harvard, while Emily graduated from Princeton. Together, they are the authors of multiple novels, including The Roughest Draft and Reese's YA Bookclub Pick Heiress Takes All. They are also two-thirds of USA Today bestselling author E.B. Asher. So much teamwork! Seeing Other People is their latest novel.Today, we talk about:* writing in partnership,* trends in the romance genre,* incorporating speculative elements,* and the writing scene in LA.xo,Joanna & Evelyn

In this episode, we're joined by Lindsey from Fashion Fix to rethink the teacher wardrobe from the ground up. We talk about why traditional fashion advice falls flat for educators, how overspending and underbuying leads to closet frustration, and why understanding your body shape and personal style matters more than chasing trends. Lindsey shares a confidence-centered, practical approach to building a wardrobe that works for real teacher life.Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/how-to-build-a-teacher-wardrobe/Resources:Fashion FixTarte mascaraSticker by numberJoin The Teacher Approved ClubConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Teacher Approved Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple Podcasts!Leave a comment or rating on SpotifyRelated Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 187. 3 Teacher Approved Episodes, Tips, and Favorites That You Will LoveEpisode 55. Thriving As A Teacher: One Helpful StrategyEpisode 93. Teacher Morning Routine: 10 Tips For Creating Your Perfect PlanMentioned in this episode:Get dressed without the stress! Visit https://fashionfixmn.com/secondstorywindow for a special offer featuring a personalized body shape analysis, style quiz, and free closet clean out workbook just for teachers.Try the Teacher Approved...

This quarter, we poured some whiskey and sat down with two of the sharpest minds in commercial real estate data: Juan Arias, National Director of Industrial Analytics at CoStar Group, and Anthony Graziano, Chairman & CEO of Integra Realty Resources.Every quarter, Juan and Anthony help us cut through the noise and break down what's actually moving Miami's industrial market: pricing trends, vacancy shifts, absorption, capital flows, and where deals are getting done (and where they aren't). The conversation ranged from industrial fundamentals to politics, tariffs, and where real opportunities may be emerging in today's market.We started with industrial, often an early indicator of broader economic health, then zoomed out to a wider discussion on commercial real estate, touching on macroeconomic forces, demographics, and how investors should be thinking about the current environment.Connect with usWant to dive deeper into Miami's commercial real estate scene? It's our favorite topic and we're always up for a good conversation. Whether you're just exploring or already making big moves, feel free to reach out at info@builtworldadvisors.com or give us a call at 305.498.9410. Prefer to connect online? Find us on LinkedIn or Instagram - we're always open to expanding the conversation. Ben Hoffman: LinkedIn Felipe Azenha: LinkedIn We extend our sincere gratitude to Büro coworking space for generously granting us the opportunity to record all our podcasts at any of their 8 convenient locations across South Florida.

 Let's talk about one of the fastest ways to lose money, lose momentum, and slowly start resenting your business.   It's not ads. It's not the algorithm. It's not even your offer.   It's a setter who is underperforming and you keep trying to "coach it out of them" while your calendar stays empty.   And here's what makes this tricky.   When a setter is underperforming, most business owners do one of two things.   They either micromanage every conversation like an FBI agent. Or they bury their head in the sand and hope next week magically improves.   Neither one works.   So today I'm going to show you exactly how to diagnose the true constraint when a setter isn't performing, and then how to lead the situation with a feedback rule that keeps your culture clean and your standards crystal clear.   Time Stamps:   (0:42) Underperforming Team Members (3:34) IFCA Client Karrisa Example (5:58) Start At The Result (13:20) Don't Give Feedback 3 Times ----------