Podcasts about Preference

Former Liberal turned One Nation supporter Hollie Hughes has called on the right to start preferencing each other.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Twiniversity Podcast, Nat sits down with Nicole Kernan — mom to fraternal twin girls Ollie and Lou (two and a half) — to talk about the thing so many parents feel and rarely say out loud: parent preference. Nicole did everything as a team — exclusive pumping, a husband who took full paternity leave — and one twin still gravitated hard toward Dad, leaving her buried in guilt. Nat meets her in the eye of the storm with the reframe that changes everything: stop trying to be equal, start being fair, and shift the story from "them vs. me" to we — because a child with two parents they can fully depend on isn't a rejection, it's a gift. A QUICK SHOUTOUT

Kevin, Andrea, and Mitch talk through the balance between standardization and brand individuality inside a growing med spa platform. Alpha is a house of brands, not a branded house, which means the systems underneath the work can be shared while the patient-facing brand still needs to feel local, personal, and distinct. They break down what should be standardized, including infrastructure, processes, reporting, data architecture, CRM workflows, and operational systems. But they also explain why brand voice, visual identity, patient touchpoints, website experience, and local market strategy cannot simply be copied and pasted across every practice. The conversation also gets into testing, iteration, partner collaboration, and why the best ideas do not always come from the top down. A strong shared system creates leverage, but the real power comes from using data, local insight, and creative testing to decide what should stay unique and what should become standard across the portfolio. RESOURCES: https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/goodies   LEARN MORE AND JOIN THE ALPHA COMMUNITY: https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/   WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE:   https://youtu.be/rxMHATC3WSA   FOLLOW ALPHA AESTHETICS PARTNERS: https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/

Before Kaila was old enough to fully understand her body she became the target of an old racist myth spread by a classmate, about the sexual anatomy of Asian girls. Like many of us who encountered harassment this early, she'd soon learn his comments were only the tip of a bigoted iceberg. Do you remember the first time you were confronted with a stereotype that would resurface throughout your entire life? Kaila Yu is the author of Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism and Beauty. Formerly an import model and lead singer of the all-Asian American pop-rock band Nylon Pink, Kaila joins Janicia for a conversation on the origins of "yellow fever," why your "type" preference might be a problem, the “raunch era” of the late 90's & 2000's, plastic surgery, the underground car scene that inspired the Fast & Furious series, and more. Content warning for references to SA from 23:08 - 24:35 0:00 Intro & where the heck I've been 3:18 Atlanta Spa Shootings 5:01 Beginnings of Asian fetishization in Western media 6:29 Colonization and sex work in Asia 7:50 Trafficking, “Yellow Peril”, and the Chinese Exclusion Act 11:20 Bride Schools & the War Brides Act 14:08 90s media, whiteness & model minority myths 16:03 Role models, self-esteem and Sung-Hi Lee 20:00 Representation 21:21 Pin-ups and the Raunch Era 23:08 - 24:35 CONTENT WARNING SA discussion 26:02 Import modeling & the Fast & Furious import car scene 29:27 What is the Asian fetish 31:10 Racial awakenings 34:58 Preference vs. fetish vs. BOTH 40:45 Can you be complicit in your own fetishization? 43:26 Sobriety, self worth & therapy 47:56 Sex icons and role models 50:39 Plastic surgery, whitewashing & erasure 1:00:38 Book release drama Archival audio: @ameyamarieokamoto 2022 Today Show reports, 2021 Jackie Fernandez, Asian women are not your fetish - TT @jackiefern IG @jackie_fern @soogia1 2025 Viola Davis, The View 2022 Sung-Hi Lee, The Girl Next Door, 2004 @AsianHappyHour 2022 Watch the full video version of this episode on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/teawithqj/posts/your-preference-165112637?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Send your inquiries, thoughts and advice letters to teawithqueenandj@gmail.com If you'd like to support this work, please share it with a friend and/or join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/teawithqj To donate: www.paypal.com/paypalme/JaniciaF Cashapp: $JaniciaF Venmo: @Janicia-Francis xo

This week, we covered two unconfirmed Google search ranking updates, one mid-week and one over the weekend - some were pretty big. Google said Reddit gets no special preference in its search rankings or AI results...

This show has been flagged as Clean by the host. IDEAS: Using a cheap phone plan with SMS for authentication. Mighty Text as a free SMS solution. Google VoIP number for shared accounts. Issues with SMS verification blocking VoIP numbers. Avoiding carrier-specific number blocks. Multiple SIM cards for cost-effective SMS. Rooting a phone to manage apps. Security concerns with third-party apps. Limited data usage for minimal phone plans. Challenges with app compatibility on rooted devices. Short-term phone solutions for SMS needs. Shared Google accounts for streamlined access. Avoiding premium SMS services like $15/month plans. Using Wi-Fi for data instead of cellular plans. Importance of SMS for MFA (multi-factor authentication). Transitioning from old phones to new setups. Balancing convenience and cost in phone plans. Reliance on SMS for banking and insurance access. Difficulty finding non-blocked SMS verification options. Preference for minimal, low-cost phone solutions. RECOMMENDATIONS: Use a shared Google account for SMS access. Opt for a cheap phone plan with unlimited texting. Try Mighty Text as a free SMS alternative. Avoid premium SMS services with high fees. Use Wi-Fi instead of cellular data for minimal plans. Choose carrier numbers over VoIP for critical services. Root a device to manage app settings. Test SMS compatibility with banks and providers. Consider multiple SIM cards for redundancy. Prioritize SMS for MFA over other verification methods. Monitor app updates for compatibility with rooted devices. Select phones with flexible data plans. Use downloaded content instead of streaming. Check for SMS blockages with new services. Explore low-cost phone options for minimal use. Maintain backup SMS methods for emergencies. Simplify phone setups to reduce costs. Verify SMS support before switching providers. Combine Wi-Fi and SMS for reliable connectivity. Share accounts to streamline digital access. Provide feedback on this episode.

Upthinking Finance™ is now trademarked On the show this week, I'm joined by Larry Reddell, Partner at St. James Investment Company, to discuss the changing landscape of investing and financial stewardship. We explore the enduring principles of long-term, value-oriented investing in a market that can feel saturated with speculation and passive strategies. Larry shares his experience on the importance of independent thinking and a commitment to client trust, and digs into the lessons learned from market bubbles and the implications of global economic shifts. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...[01:57] Larry's early career: partnership culture, training, responsibilities[03:22] Contrast between long-term business building vs. short-term gains/acquisition strategies [07:02] Core relationships with original investors and philosophy of stewardship [10:17] Preference for risk management over short-term performance chasing [18:39] Rationale for a highly concentrated portfolio [21:16] Dangers and distortions from passive investing and style boxes [26:13] Prevalence of behavioral biases after bear markets/booms [35:06] Consistency of investment process through cycles [40:02] Shift from globalization to deglobalization and its implications Speculation vs. InvestingLarry and I discuss the difference between speculation and true investing, and Larry paints a picture of markets flooded since 2008 by liquidity and risk-taking, with double and triple-leveraged ETFs and story-driven euphoria replacing careful analysis. He firmly believes that enduring returns come from thoughtful investing, rooted in identifying businesses with clear value and resilient fundamentals. Rethinking Risk and RewardInstitutional orthodoxy often dictates that managers chase benchmarks or style boxes, regardless of underlying value. This can lead to unhealthy short-termism and a misunderstanding of risk. Larry discusses why his firm intentionally avoids the pressure to keep up with benchmarks, preferring to communicate clearly that they “lag” in euphoric up markets but provide crucial downside protection when turbulence strikes. Concentrated Portfolios: Fewer Bets, Better OutcomesChallenging the school of thought that more diversification automatically equals less risk, Larry describes why St. James Investment Company maintains a highly concentrated portfolio—currently only 23 positions. He describes how they seek out durable, proven business models with strong balance sheets and allocate in size only to those ideas with genuine margin of safety. Concentration, when paired with strict criteria and deep research, tends to produce stronger risk-adjusted results than the passive, index-heavy structures currently dominating markets.Passive Investing and Structural VulnerabilitiesAs more dollars are funneled automatically into the biggest index constituents, valuation discipline falls by the wayside, creating a top-heavy market where price no longer reflects fundamental value. The lack of active price discovery, originally intended as the ballast for indexing, flips the system on its head, potentially laying the groundwork for future instability.Preparing, Not PredictingRisk management in the current environment means preparing for a wide range of outcomes rather than making predictions. You cannot predict; you can only prepare, which for Larry translates into sticking to a flexible, value-focused approach, resisting crowded trades, and always remembering that capital stewardship requires humility.The broader macroeconomic landscape has profound implications for investors, which is why there is an increasing preference for hard assets, including selective exposure to precious metals and industrials poised to benefit from structural realignments. That ability to reposition away from overvalued consensus trades is more important than ever.Larry Redell is not affiliated with or endorsed by LPL Financial or Capital Investment Advisers.Securities and Advisory services offered through LPL Financial. A registered investment advisor. Member FINRA & SIPC.The financial professionals associated with LPL Financial may discuss and/or transact business only with residents of the states in which they are properly registered or licensed. No offers may be made or accepted from any resident of any other state. Resources & People MentionedThe Intelligent Investor: The Definitive Book on Value Investing by Benjamin Graham The Most Important Thing by Howard Marks The Making of a Permabear: The Perils of Long-term Investing in a Short-term World US Markets, Company Earnings, Stock Market Trends, Market News | Morningstar Connect With Larry RedellSt. James Investment Company Connect with Emerson FerschCapital Investment AdvisersOn LinkedInSubscribe to Upthinking FinanceAudio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK

Madeline Weinfeld Shill and Marissa Robinson are licensed therapists at Be You Psychotherapy, a boutique NYC therapy group practice specializing in anxiety, relationships, life transitions, women's mental health, and perinatal care. We chat about everything from the most common problems people are facing in therapy, to healthy and unhealthy boundaries, the difference between therapy back then and now, the most common dating issues people discuss and so much more.  — Get More We Met At Acme! Youtube: @wemetatacme IG: @lindzmetz @wemetatacme @wemetatbaby Substack: @wemetatacme + @wemetatbaby Website: @wemetatacme — Sponsors: Be You Psychotherapy offers individual therapy, couples therapy and seasonal groups such as a body image group and an ongoing women's group for single women with in-person offices in Manhattan (Financial District and NEW Upper East Side) and virtual therapy throughout New York. If you are interested in learning more about therapy or our services head to beyoupsychotherapy.com or email us at hello@beyoupsychotherapy.com — Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your church full of attendees but short on disciples? In episode 350 of the Church Revitalization Podcast, Scott and A.J. dig into one of the most common and quietly damaging patterns in church life: the consumerism cycle. They walk through three concrete red flags that signal your congregation may be consuming church rather than contributing to it, and then offer a practical framework for shifting the culture toward ownership and discipleship. Scott Ball and A.J. Mathieu are the co-hosts of the Church Revitalization Podcast, produced by the Malphurs Group, a nonprofit ministry dedicated to helping churches across North America thrive. Scott and A.J. bring a mix of pastoral insight and practical strategy to each episode, making the show a go-to resource for pastors and church leaders navigating real challenges in ministry today. [4:04] Red Flag 1: Preference-driven complaints as a sign of a consumer mindset [7:02] Red Flag 2: Low volunteerism and the gap between attendance and participation [9:36] Red Flag 3: Giving culture and what it reveals about congregational ownership [15:43] Culture shift framework: Reframing belonging, language, and what your church asks of people [19:20] Leveraging low-bar entry points to build high commitment over time Free 7-Day Trial of the Healthy Churches Toolkit: https://healthychurchestoolkit.com Episode Article (Ep. 350): https://malphursgroup.com/350 Facebook: https://facebook.com/malphursgroup Instagram: https://instagram.com/malphursgroup YouTube: https://youtube.com/themalphursgroup X: https://x.com/malphursgroup

Nobody owes anyone access to their body, their intimacy or their romantic time. Our personal boundaries and bedroom choices aren't a democracy, and our body autonomy is non-negotiable, but what happens when we refuse to look at where those preferences actually come from? This week, we're tackling the uncomfortable truth that our desires don't exist in a vacuum from media and religious conditioning to family dynamics and systemic biases the very cultural harms we're working to dismantle often shapes who we find attractive and who we exclude. Can we break down the nuance line between protecting personal autonomy and holding space to unpack how systemic conditioning influences our taste

The crew discusses how our preference has changed over our bourbon journey. While discussing how the industry has evolved. 

The Am I Wrong? committee is here again sharing thoughts on America's love of vanilla ice cream and what is considered bad behavior at the beach.

We suffer when reality fails to conform to what we want or gives us what we don't want. Instead of trying to manipulate the external world, spirituality involves becoming conscious of our inner reactions, learning to relax through uncomfortable experiences, and allowing stored emotional pain to pass through rather than suppressing it. The realities of everyday life simply unfold according to natural laws, both physical and psychological, while the mind creates problems by insisting that life should be what we want based on our past experiences. Spiritual growth comes from becoming aware of the limiting effect of our preferences and gradually expanding them to include all of life so that love, joy, and inner freedom can naturally arise. © Sounds True Inc. Episodes: © 2026 Michael A. Singer. All Rights Reserved.

Kamini Wood addresses the silent but deeply disorienting symptom of surviving controlling or toxic dynamics: the complete loss of personal preference. She explains that freezing or going completely blank when asked simple questions—like where you want to eat or what you want for your birthday—is not a sign of being boring or indecisive, but a protective survival adaptation. When having unique desires historically led to conflict, punishment, or being labeled as selfish, the nervous system learned that keeping a "blank surface" was the safest way to maintain connection and avoid being a burden. Kamini walks listeners through how to gently dig beneath this self-erasing coping mechanism by starting with low-stakes, body-led check-ins—such as noticing physical comfort or choosing between two simple outfits—to rebuild self-trust and safely wake up your suppressed voice.

Is your church full of attendees but short on disciples? In episode 350 of the Church Revitalization Podcast, Scott and A.J. dig into one of the most common and quietly damaging patterns in church life: the consumerism cycle. They walk through three concrete red flags that signal your congregation may be consuming church rather than contributing to it, and then offer a practical framework for shifting the culture toward ownership and discipleship. Scott Ball and A.J. Mathieu are the co-hosts of the Church Revitalization Podcast, produced by the Malphurs Group, a nonprofit ministry dedicated to helping churches across North America thrive. Scott and A.J. bring a mix of pastoral insight and practical strategy to each episode, making the show a go-to resource for pastors and church leaders navigating real challenges in ministry today. [4:04] Red Flag 1: Preference-driven complaints as a sign of a consumer mindset [7:02] Red Flag 2: Low volunteerism and the gap between attendance and participation [9:36] Red Flag 3: Giving culture and what it reveals about congregational ownership [15:43] Culture shift framework: Reframing belonging, language, and what your church asks of people [19:20] Leveraging low-bar entry points to build high commitment over time Free 7-Day Trial of the Healthy Churches Toolkit: https://healthychurchestoolkit.com Episode Article (Ep. 350): https://malphursgroup.com/350 Facebook: https://facebook.com/malphursgroup Instagram: https://instagram.com/malphursgroup YouTube: https://youtube.com/themalphursgroup X: https://x.com/malphursgroup

Steven King, Managing Director at Quonset Development Corporation, joins the show to discuss a new workforce housing initiative. A factsheet provided by QDC: Workforce Housing at Quonset Business Park Quonset Development Corporation and Moran Properties are partnering to develop new workforcehousing at Quonset Business Park, helping expand housing options for the workers who support RhodeIsland’s economy.Project at a Glance• At least 140 new apartments• One- and two-bedroom units• Located on 6.89 acres along Gate Road• 40% of the apartments designatedas Quonset Workforce Housing • At least 10% reserved as low- andmoderate-income housing• Construction is anticipated to beginby end of 2027. Who Will the Workforce Housing Serve?Preference for the workforce-designated apartments will be given to people working:• At Quonset Business Park• In health care or education• Within 25 miles of Quonset Business Park• With the federal, state or local governmentKeeping Rents Within ReachThe long-term agreement establishes maximum rents for the workforce-designatedapartments. Those limits will be based on average wages at Quonset Business Park,household income levels in North Kingstown and state income guidelines for workforcehousing. Final rental rates will be determined as the project advances.Note: rents provided in the QDC Board packet are ceilings for rent over the course of theproject’s 99-year lease and are not meant to suggest current pricing.Site Map Infrastructure UpgradesWith the upcoming completion of RIDOT’s “Missing Move” project, the housingdevelopment will be situated adjacent to on- and off-ramps to Route 403, providingresidents with a direct connection to the highway in both directions. The ramps willsignificantly reduce travel on local roads, including along Devil’s Foot Road and through theWest Davisville neighborhood. A Public and Thorough Review ProcessThe housing proposal has undergone several years of public review and planning:• December 2022: The Quonset Development Corporation Board approved a majorvariance allowing workforce apartments at the site.• January-May 2023: The North Kingstown Planning Commission considered theproposal during four public meetings and a public hearing.• May 16, 2023: The Planning Commission approved the major variance in a public vote.• 2023-2025: Quonset conducted public processes to seek qualified developmentproposals, negotiating with several housing developers, who eventually declined tomove forward.• July 21, 2026: The Quonset Board considers the proposed agreement with MoranProperties. Benefits for North KingstownThe development will generate additional revenue for the Town of North Kingstown.Together with existing businesses at the Business Park, the project will help bringQuonset’s annual contribution to North Kingstown’s municipal tax base to more than $15million in property taxes and related payments. What Happens Next?Before construction begins, the project will be required to:• Complete Quonset’s technical review process• Secure all required state permits and approvals• Establish a construction and anticipated completion scheduleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Daniel Beltre, MD, a chief general surgery resident and trauma chief at Brown, sits down with Critical Care Fellow Ryan Desrochers, MD to unpack the complex, often overwhelming world of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). They strip away the rumors and hearsay to give applicants a clear, reassuring breakdown of how the match algorithm actually operates in the applicant's favor. Inside the Episode:The Algorithm Explained: Ryan breaks down a step-by-step hypothetical scenario proving why you should strictly rank programs by your true preference, regardless of "love letters" or perceived competitiveness. The Couples Match Strategy: Ryan shares his personal, stressful, yet ultimately successful experience with the couples match, explaining how to legally advocate for your partner to unlock unexpected interview opportunities. The Evolution of Signaling: A look at how residency application has changed from the post-COVID era of 3 to 4 signals to the modern system of 15 tokens, and why signaling is now critical to securing an interview. Eleventh-Hour Anxiety: Practical advice for the final week before the deadline. Daniel and Ryan discuss how to handle the stress, when to stop flipping programs back and forth on your list, and why trusting the "vibe" and connection you felt with residents matters more than objective stats.

From a University Dorm Room to RSS.com: The Alberto Betella Story - Marv sits down with Alberto Betella, co-founder of RSS.com, following a chance meeting at the Podcast Show in London. Alberto traces an origin story that stretches back two decades — from building the open-source Podcast Generator as a university literature student in Italy in 2005, to a serendipitous 2017 email from RSS.com co-founder Ben that led to the launch of RSS.com's podcast hosting platform in 2018.The conversation ranges widely: the technical and philosophical roots of the RSS feed, why the podcasting industry is unusually collaborative rather than cutthroat, the psychology (and neuroscience) of why listeners trust podcast hosts, the promise and risk of AI in podcast production, why niche shows may outlast viral hits, the future of podcast discovery, and the thorny problem of music licensing in podcasts. The episode closes with a run of listener-submitted questions and Alberto's own podcast recommendations.Key Discussion Points:The origin story: Podcast Generator (2005–2018)How RSS.com came to beWhy podcasting's competitors collaborateThe psychology of the podcast listener relationshipAI in podcastingListener Q&A: Cam (Jacked Up Review Show): How does podcasting's technology compare to other engineering fields? → Discussion of Podcasting 2.0 tags, the location tag, and Alberto's own project, Atlas (atlas.rss.io), a visual network map of cross-podcast recommendations built on Podcast Index "PodRoll" data.Gill (The Mindbuzz Podcast): What separates shows that last 10 years from those that vanish? → Alberto's "niche over virality" thesis, and RSS.com's free-forever plan for local/niche shows.Phil Better (The Podcast Mogul's Playbook): How will podcast marketing change? → Preference for human-to-human cross-promotion and guesting over automated "feed drops," plus a nod to Apple Podcasts auto-linking recommended shows found in transcripts.Stephen Nicholson (Sheer Pod Attack): What's next in podcast discovery, especially for niche music podcasts? → Human recommendation networks (again, Atlas/PodRoll) and the unresolved global licensing problem for music-in-podcasts, including a tangent comparing it to how international postal services reconcile costs.Alberto's own listening habitsRegulars: Podnews Weekly Review, Podcasting 2.0, The New Media Show, Podbiz (by Norma Jean).Personal favorite outside the industry: Acquired, especially its long-form deep dives (F1, Hermès, etc.).

Long before crypto made coordination programmable, Nobel Prize winner Alvin Roth was designing markets where coordination could save lives.  In this episode of First Principles, Roth tells the story of how he helped build systems for some of the hardest matching problems in the world, from where doctors train and where students go to school to how kidney donors can reach the patients who need them.  He joins Tim Roughgarden, Head of Research at a16z crypto, and Scott Kominers — Harvard Business School professor, a16z crypto research partner, and one of Roth's former students — for a conversation about how market design moves from theory into the real world. They explore how economic theory becomes practical engineering, whether that's matching riders to Ubers, doctors to medical residencies, students to New York City high schools, or organ donors to people whose lives depend on it.  They also cover how these same problems show up in today's crypto networks. Roth explains why markets are not just natural forces, but engineered systems; why the details of timing, congestion, incentives, and trust can make or break a marketplace; and why some of the most important markets are the ones where simply exchanging money can't do the work.  This is a conversation about economics at its most practical and profound: how to design systems that coordinate people, solve real problems, and sometimes save lives.  00:00 Intro: Why market design matters 04:18 The economist as engineer  08:09 When theory meets the real world  07:02 Fixing the medical residency match  15:32 Why markets unravel  18:22 Redesigning NYC high school admissions  28:05 The hidden problem of congestion  34:47 How kidney exchange saves lives  45:26 How the internet changed market design  48:25 Airbnb, Uber and smarter marketplaces  51:28 Repugnant transactions and moral economics  53:32 When markets need social support  54:32 The unexpected effects of criminalizing surrogacy  01:04:58 Preference signals and the job market  01:18:53 A broken market: resettling refugees and other migrants  Hear more from:  Tim Roughgarden: https://twitter.com/Tim_Roughgarden  Scott Kominers: https://twitter.com/skominers  Follow a16z crypto:  X: https://twitter.com/a16zcrypto  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/a16zcrypto/posts/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@a16zcrypto  Substack: https://a16zcrypto.substack.com/subscribe/ * ** As always, none of the following should be taken as investment, business, legal, or tax advice. Please see a16z.com/disclosures for more important information, including a link to a list of our investments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rajiv Parikh talks with four-time founder Geoff McQueen about how AI is inverting the business pyramid and forcing everyone, not just executives, to act more entrepreneurially. We dig into why demos are easier than trust, how revealed preference drives better pivots than surveys, and what AI-first operations look like when context beats dashboards.• AI flipping high-cognitive work and raising the bar for every role• Why entrepreneurship matters more than traditional management• Speedy vibe-coded prototypes versus enterprise-grade products• Security, permissions, governance, and the real cost of trust• The limits of AI for creativity and naming despite strong research output• Revealed preference as a founder discipline driven by user behavior• The analytics trap and how dashboards can fossilize workflows• AI in the middle of the business with a shared context graph• Observer agents that investigate quietly and escalate only when needed• Coaching culture versus invasive surveillance approaches• A practical path toward $10M ARR with fewer than 10 employees• Openness, trade, and the societal risks of turning inwardAI just made execution cheap, and that changes what founders should obsess over. Rajiv sits down with Geoff McQueen, founder and CEO of WorksightsAI, to unpack what happens when the “business pyramid” flips upside down and high-level cognitive work gets accelerated by frontier models while culture, alignment, and conflict stay deeply human. The result is uncomfortable and exciting: less room for business-as-usual management and a lot more demand for entrepreneurial judgment at every level.We get concrete about the gap between a vibe-coded demo and a product an enterprise can actually trust. Geoff walks through the unglamorous realities that decide whether AI-built software is real or risky: security, access control, permissions, privilege escalation, reliability, and governance. If you've ever watched an agent claim it “did the work” while quietly failing, this part will sharpen how you evaluate prototypes, MVPs, and production systems.Then we go deeper on product strategy and go-to-market. Geoff explains why revealed preference beats stated preference, why surveys can mislead founders, and how the “analytics trap” shows up when dashboards fossilize workflows instead of explaining what's truly going on. We also explore AI-first operations and continuous performance intelligence built around corporate context across Slack, calendars, docs, tickets, CRM, and code, plus how observer agents can help leaders coach instead of police.If you're building with AI, leading a team through change, or trying to scale efficiently, you'll leave with a clearer playbook for direction, trust, and leverage. Subscribe, share this with a founder friend, and leave a review. What's the first workflow you'd redesign if context became instantly searchable?Geoff McQueen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffmcqueen/Geoff McQueen, the Founder and CEO of WorkSightsAI, a continuous performance intelligence platform that helps modern leaders run their businesses with AI.  A four-time founder with over 20 years of experience building and investing in tech startups, Geoff was formerly the CEO and Co-Founder of Accelo, which he scaled to over $14 million in annual recurring revenue before a successful exit to private equity in early 2024.  Armed with an MBA from the Sydney Business School at the University of Wollongong, today, he also serves as an Executive Director of the Aussie Founders Network and has spent over 13 years as an investor and mentor at Startmate, Australia's equivalent to Y-Combinator.Website: https://www.position2.com/podcast/Rajiv Parikh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajivparikh/Email us with any feedback for the show: sparkofages.podcast@position2.com

Doug and Gator react to Tarik Skubal's comment about how the Tigers should approach the trade deadline. The team is surging, but is it too late for them to make a legitimate run at a World Series title, and should they be willing to sacrifice cost-controlled young players to make one last run with an ace pitcher who could depart via free agency in the offseason? Plus, there's growing frustration with the Red Wings, discussion about how the Pistons should handle Jalen Duren and the rest of their offseason, and more!

A common idea is that repeated exposure to sweet taste strengthens our preference for sweetness, which then drives greater intake of sweet foods and drinks. This idea is often used in arguments about fruit, low-calorie sweeteners, diet drinks, and the supposed need to "reset" taste preferences by avoiding sweetness altogether. But does the evidence actually support that causal chain? In this episode, Prof. Katherine Appleton, Professor of Psychology at Bournemouth University, discusses what is known about sweet taste exposure, sweet preference, and how these concepts are measured in the scientific literature. Timestamps: [04:23] Interview starts [07:35] Sweetness terms explained [10:17] Sweet liker phenotypes [14:03] Liking vs wanting vs preference [19:18] Trial evidence overview [23:48] Policy and practical impact [30:41] Why we eat foods Links: Go to episode page (incl. links to studies) Join the Sigma newsletter for free Subscribe to Sigma Nutrition Premium Enroll in the next cohort of our Applied Nutrition Literacy course

IDIQ contract strategy is one of the most underused paths to scaling federal revenue fast, especially when you have no past performance and no certifications to lean on. In this clip from the Federal Help Center, Eric Coffie breaks down exactly how IDIQ vehicles work in the real world, how he leveraged a single contract across multiple Navy bases, and why you do not need to be certified to get on one as a subcontractor. What you will learn in this episode: How to sub onto an IDIQ without any certifications — Eric Coffie explains that primes holding IDIQ vehicles are looking for capable vendors and contractors, not certifications, opening the door for new market entrants to reach 500K in revenue faster than traditional bidding. The IDIQ leverage playbook from Maine to Rhode Island — Eric shares the real story of how one IDIQ in Maine became the credibility stamp that got him vehicles in Connecticut and Rhode Island, including the honest setbacks and how he clawed back in. Why HUBZone price preference almost never happens automatically — The group unpacks the gap between what the FAR says and what actually occurs in competition, including a real case where a contractor had to file a protest just to get their price preference enforced. How to market your existing IDIQ to sister contracting offices — Rather than waiting for task orders to come in, Eric walks through how to use a current IDIQ as a capabilities briefing tool to open doors at neighboring commands and bases. What to do when your IDIQ sits dormant for months — Using Chris Facy's logistics IDIQ example (9 months of silence, then $2M in two months), Eric reframes slow IDIQs as normal and explains why patience combined with outreach is the winning formula. EPISODE CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Mindy AI federal opportunity platform overview 0:29 - Federal Help Center podcast intro and community welcome 0:55 - How Eric Coffie landed his largest sub contract through an IDIQ vehicle 1:28 - IDIQ task order marketing strategy and whether to approach the office 2:15 - Real example of Chris Facy's dormant logistics IDIQ that produced $2M 2:32 - How Eric leverages NAFAC mid-Atlantic IDIQs across multiple bases 3:50 - Episode topic introduction: 500K scale with no certifications needed 4:03 - HUBZone price preference in practice and why it rarely works automatically 5:24 - Using your IDIQ as a credibility stamp at sister contracting offices 7:46 - The honest story of getting kicked off IDIQs and bouncing back Mindy gives you the federal opportunities, agency signals, recompete intel, and pursuit briefs that tell you not just what contracts exist, but which ones to chase and how to win them. Sign up for free Daily Alerts and get opportunities delivered to your inbox before the day starts.

How do you build trust and brand preference when a hospital joins a larger system—especially in communities that value their local identity? In this episode, Cody Albert and Christina Thompson of OhioHealth share real-world insights on using research, strategic communication, and community engagement to guide hospitals through early integration with clarity and confidence. Learn practical approaches to introducing a system brand, aligning stakeholders, and strengthening connections in new and rural markets during times of change.

Several tech stories kick off this session, including RAID software compatibility warnings, Bending Spoons' IPO, foreign influence campaigns around data centers, and Fox's reported Roku purchase. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden focus heavily on streaming control, smart TV data collection, Apple TV's future, Spotify's removal of fake drug-related podcasts, and the rapid growth of AI majors in higher education.  MacVoices is supported by NordLayer. Secure your network & stay compliant with one toggle-ready platform. Get an exclusive offer: up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code: MACVOICES10 at NordLayer.com/macvoices.  Try it risk-free—14-day money-back guarantee. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Opening topics preview00:30 Show notes and topic setup00:50 RAID software compatibility warning01:39 Bending Spoons IPO and Vimeo concerns02:45 OpenAI, fake accounts, and data center influence campaigns03:33 Fox buying Roku for $22 billion04:14 Roku's role as both platform and device ecosystem05:34 Why Fox may want Roku's reach and data08:13 Why smart TVs already raise data questions08:27 Preference for external streaming boxes09:34 Concern over a future without dedicated streaming devices10:15 Smart TV apps versus Apple TV experience10:50 Will Apple update the Apple TV hardware?11:34 Enterprise, education, and signage uses for Apple TV12:15 Why Apple TV still matters in managed environments14:43 Spotify removes 57,000 fake podcast episodes15:19 Fake podcasts as funnels for illicit storefronts16:15 Growth of AI majors and minors in U.S. colleges16:38 University AI programs and funding pressures17:37 Education's resistance to AI versus new AI degrees18:38 AI programs as revenue streams20:39 The challenge of building a four-year AI curriculum21:52 AI and library science possibilities23:48 Librarians and evolving search tools24:41 Higher education concerns about AI-written assignments25:29 Proposed bans and AI detection tools26:08 Why banning AI may not be realistic26:39 False positives, false negatives, and student paranoia27:22 AI as an academic arms race27:35 Panel wrap-up and final thoughts27:55 Eric Bolden contact information28:58 Jeff Gamet contact information30:18 Web Bixby contact information31:33 Marty Jencius contact information33:07 Jim Rea contact information34:11 David Ginsburg contact information34:49 Live show information and closing35:34 Closing credits and support information Links:   Snap's slimmed down AR Specs go on sale later this year for $2,195https://www.engadget.com/2195207/snap-ar-specs-launch-price/If you rely on RAID array software on Mac, it's time to check with your supplierhttps://appleinsider.com/articles/26/06/11/if-you-rely-on-raid-array-software-on-mac-its-time-to-check-with-your-supplierBypass Siri AI Waitlist on macOS 27 Golden Gate Beta: Here's Howhttps://www.macrumors.com/how-to/bypass-siri-ai-waitlist-macos-27-beta/  Bending Spoons IPO: Mysterious owner of Vimeo, AOL, and Eventbrite files for stock market debuthttps://www.fastcompany.com/91555784/bending-spoons-ipo-sec-s1-filing-mysterious-vimeo-aol-eventbrite-owner-files-for-stock-market-debutOpenAI says fake accounts from China tried to turn Americans against data centers – Engadgethttps://www.engadget.com/2191966/openai-china-influence-campaigns-against-data-centers-reportFox is buying Roku for $22 billion – Engadgethttps://www.engadget.com/2194058/fox-is-buying-roku-for-22-billion/Spotify removed 57,000 fake podcast episodes selling illegal drugs after congressional pressurehttps://thenextweb.com/news/spotify-removed-57000-fake-podcast-episodes-drug-spamThe researcher Microsoft threatened just dropped a seventh Windows zero-day hours after Patch Tuesdayhttps://thenextweb.com/news/chaotic-eclipse-rogueplanet-windows-defender-zero-daReport: US colleges now offer 74+ AI majors and 89+ minors, and at least a dozen schools are set to add AI majors this year; only five had AI majors in 2021https://www.techmeme.com/260609/p3#a260609p3 Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! 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Several tech stories kick off this session, including RAID software compatibility warnings, Bending Spoons' IPO, foreign influence campaigns around data centers, and Fox's reported Roku purchase. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden focus heavily on streaming control, smart TV data collection, Apple TV's future, Spotify's removal of fake drug-related podcasts, and the rapid growth of AI majors in higher education.  http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV26190.mp3 MacVoices is supported by NordLayer. Secure your network & stay compliant with one toggle-ready platform. Get an exclusive offer: up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code: MACVOICES10 at NordLayer.com/macvoices.  Try it risk-free—14-day money-back guarantee. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Opening topics preview 00:30 Show notes and topic setup 00:50 RAID software compatibility warning 01:39 Bending Spoons IPO and Vimeo concerns 02:45 OpenAI, fake accounts, and data center influence campaigns 03:33 Fox buying Roku for $22 billion 04:14 Roku's role as both platform and device ecosystem 05:34 Why Fox may want Roku's reach and data 08:13 Why smart TVs already raise data questions 08:27 Preference for external streaming boxes 09:34 Concern over a future without dedicated streaming devices 10:15 Smart TV apps versus Apple TV experience 10:50 Will Apple update the Apple TV hardware? 11:34 Enterprise, education, and signage uses for Apple TV 12:15 Why Apple TV still matters in managed environments 14:43 Spotify removes 57,000 fake podcast episodes 15:19 Fake podcasts as funnels for illicit storefronts 16:15 Growth of AI majors and minors in U.S. colleges 16:38 University AI programs and funding pressures 17:37 Education's resistance to AI versus new AI degrees 18:38 AI programs as revenue streams 20:39 The challenge of building a four-year AI curriculum 21:52 AI and library science possibilities 23:48 Librarians and evolving search tools 24:41 Higher education concerns about AI-written assignments 25:29 Proposed bans and AI detection tools 26:08 Why banning AI may not be realistic 26:39 False positives, false negatives, and student paranoia 27:22 AI as an academic arms race 27:35 Panel wrap-up and final thoughts 27:55 Eric Bolden contact information 28:58 Jeff Gamet contact information 30:18 Web Bixby contact information 31:33 Marty Jencius contact information 33:07 Jim Rea contact information 34:11 David Ginsburg contact information 34:49 Live show information and closing 35:34 Closing credits and support information Links:   Snap's slimmed down AR Specs go on sale later this year for $2,195 https://www.engadget.com/2195207/snap-ar-specs-launch-price/ If you rely on RAID array software on Mac, it's time to check with your supplier https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/06/11/if-you-rely-on-raid-array-software-on-mac-its-time-to-check-with-your-supplier Bypass Siri AI Waitlist on macOS 27 Golden Gate Beta: Here's How https://www.macrumors.com/how-to/bypass-siri-ai-waitlist-macos-27-beta/   Bending Spoons IPO: Mysterious owner of Vimeo, AOL, and Eventbrite files for stock market debut https://www.fastcompany.com/91555784/bending-spoons-ipo-sec-s1-filing-mysterious-vimeo-aol-eventbrite-owner-files-for-stock-market-debut OpenAI says fake accounts from China tried to turn Americans against data centers – Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2191966/openai-china-influence-campaigns-against-data-centers-report Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion – Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2194058/fox-is-buying-roku-for-22-billion/ Spotify removed 57,000 fake podcast episodes selling illegal drugs after congressional pressure https://thenextweb.com/news/spotify-removed-57000-fake-podcast-episodes-drug-spam The researcher Microsoft threatened just dropped a seventh Windows zero-day hours after Patch Tuesday https://thenextweb.com/news/chaotic-eclipse-rogueplanet-windows-defender-zero-da Report: US colleges now offer 74+ AI majors and 89+ minors, and at least a dozen schools are set to add AI majors this year; only five had AI majors in 2021 https://www.techmeme.com/260609/p3#a260609p3 Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! 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Broadcast on KSQD, Santa Cruz on 6-18-2026:>/p> Dr. Dawn opens with Virginia Tech research showing yellow fever mosquitoes can learn to associate DEET with blood meals after just four pairings, with over 60% of trained mosquitoes lunging at DEET alone. She emphasizes using DEET at sufficient concentration since under-application could teach mosquitoes a "life lesson" that compromises one of our best protections against malaria, dengue, and Zika. A controversial new theory from the University of Bonn proposes that iron-rich macrophages in the pigeon liver serve as the long-elusive magnetic compass. Pigeons given drugs that wiped out their liver macrophages became completely disoriented when released on a cloudy day, though critics argue the trace iron is too weakly magnetic and birds may have been agitated by the drug itself. A COVID-era crowd-movement study found that in 32 of 33 trials, people preferred to turn counterclockwise regardless of handedness or culture (Spain and Japan). Animals show no such bias, suggesting a uniquely human biochemical asymmetry—Dr. Dawn speculates this may relate to left-hemisphere language centers near the inner ear, and notes racetracks worldwide run counterclockwise. A caller in Ben Lomond reports mouth irritation from FYGG nanohydroxyapatite toothpaste. Dr. Dawn suspects bystander ingredients (flavorings, paste-consistency agents) rather than the hydroxyapatite itself—which acts as remineralizing "grout" filling tiny tooth cracks—and recommends switching to a different fluoride-free brand like Tom's after the caller confirmed reaction on rechallenge. The same caller asks about turmeric liver toxicity. Dr. Dawn explains that reputable companies following good manufacturing practices stay within 5-10% accuracy on dosing, and her recommended dose (one teaspoon turmeric, one-eighth teaspoon black pepper, around 5g daily) stays far below toxic levels. Curcumin inhibits NF-kappa-B, the master switch for inflammatory cascades. An emailer in Bonny Doon asks about treating chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. Dr. Dawn recommends electrical acupuncture which works more than half the time, combined with methylated B12 (2,000 micrograms daily), methylated folate (1,000 micrograms twice daily), alpha lipoic acid (300mg twice daily, also effective for tinnitus), and acetyl-L-carnitine (1,500mg daily). She also recommends photomodulation devices using 635nm red light with near-infrared. A caller raises magnetic field effects on humans. Dr. Dawn discusses human adaptability, referencing Chernobyl black moths that increased melanin epigenetically and ongoing efforts to upregulate radiation-resistance genes via mRNA for future space travel. The conversation turns to evolution of unique human hair patterns, with Dr. Dawn proposing sexual selection (armpit/pubic hair for pheromones) and neoteny (women's facial smoothness resembling infants triggering protective responses) as explanations. Dr. Dawn responds to a crowdsourced question about why Santa Cruz "makes people weird," attributing it to the area's low penalties for aberrant behavior and high tolerance for nonconformity. She explains how mirroring within small subgroups creates internal conformity even amid outward "weirdness," with sixties counterculture as a foundational influence. For another crowdsourced question on vitamins for women in their mid-twenties, Dr. Dawn recommends prenatal vitamins because they include extra iron for menstruating women plus adequate B vitamins. For those eating standard American diets or in dorms, she suggests B100 complex, 500mg calcium, and vitamin C.

Romans 12:10 calls believers to a radically different way of living: not seeking honor for ourselves, but eagerly looking for ways to honor others. True honor recognizes the God-given value of people and expresses that value through our thoughts, words, and actions. Rather than competing to be noticed, appreciated, or served, Christians are called to outdo one another in showing honor, following the example of Christ, who loved us first and gave himself for us. Romans 12:10 invites believers into the only competition where everyone wins: honoring one another.

Dog behaviour specialist Sarah Rutten told 3AW Breakfast hosts Ross and Russel recent research coming out of Italy has further backed up this claim.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DJ & PK talked about the Utah Jazz and the NBA Draft with The Ringer's Bill Simmons suggesting that Danny Ainge may want Cameron Boozer over other prospects like AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson.

Jon and Gus unpack the difference between conscience issues and personal preferences.

The lottery systems that hunters have been forced into participating in are complex and difficult to understand. The question I ask is whether we should buy into the hype or not. Here to offer a different perspective is JR Dabey from HuntSource. Enjoy!

You didn't decide to open up. You didn't choose to let people in. If you're honest — you were perfectly fine behind your walls.But God had other plans. And somebody's prayer had something to do with it.This episode is for the person who didn't want to be vulnerable but found themselves there anyway. Who didn't ask for their heart to soften but felt it happen. Who didn't prefer the exposure of a life without walls — but needed it more than anything.Because sometimes freedom doesn't come from your preference. It comes from somebody's prayer.

In this episode, Douglas Wilson considers signs of populist unrest in the UK, California, and Alberta, reflects on Molech and idolatry from Stephen's speech in Acts, and reviews Glenn Reynolds's Seductive AI with warnings about deception, dependence, and worship. For more from Doug, subscribe to Canon+: https://canonplus.com/  

The moderate Liberal, who lost his seat last year, said his party was now 'fighting for its existence' – and can't ignore the need to work with One Nation.

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the closing of the oldest continuously operating Red Lobster, wonder how a Philly bagel show has had two explosions this year, and dive into the science of whether grapefruit prolongs a caffeine buzz. For this week's Taste Test, they try Taco Bell and Salt & Straw's Choco Taco successor, the Tacolate. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News call.Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show.Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more!Hosts: Juliet Litman and David JacobyProducer: Mike WargonMusical Elements: Devon RenaldoShop for Activia near you at www.activia.us.comFind your season at ExperienceGR.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe and Hugh Douglas welcome Scott Franzke to discuss the Phillies' series loss and Bryce Harper's batting order preferences. They later debate whether Jalen Hurts can successfully transition to Kellen Moore's new offensive system or if his veteran tendencies will hinder his progress. 01:50 - Harper Batting Order 05:34 - Cristopher Sánchez Analysis 09:12 - Phillies Roster Struggles 14:58 - Kellen Moore Polls 18:23 - Hurts Adaptability Debate 27:45 - Veteran Player Tendencies

What is true worship? Is praise about style, instruments, tradition, or something deeper? In this powerful conversation, Terry Fant and Marshall Allred unpack the difference between worship and praise, why God cares more about the heart than performance, and how praise becomes a weapon against the enemy. Whether you lead worship, preach, serve in church, or simply want a deeper relationship with God, this episode will challenge and encourage you to worship “in spirit and in truth.”

-Paul Pabst of the Dan Patrick Show tweeted yesterday a question of 2 options of games for a fan to go to next year: LSU at Ole Miss onSeptember 19 th , or the National Championship Game-Some might scoff and say it's always about the title game…but September 19 th is Lane Kiffin's return to Oxford as head coach of LSU,and that scene is going to be unbelievable…what would The Stool choose?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Another post-draft podcast where Sage and Joe dive deeper into the picks, the reviews, schedule preferences and more. The wisdom and fun of Ira and Joe is presented by Bill Currie Ford. Click play above or listen at Apple Podcasts or Podbean.com. Many […] The post Ira Kaufman Talks Draft Aftermath, Eye-Opening Insider Comments, Opening Day Preference, And More appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com.

Most people think they are living by their values when they are actually just living by their preferences, and that confusion is the reason their lives feel inconsistent, scattered, and quietly out of alignment. Preferences are what feel good in the moment, what is comfortable, what is convenient, and what protects you from friction, while values are what you have decided matter regardless of how you feel on any given day. The problem is that when preferences run the show, your discipline collapses the moment something becomes hard, your standards bend the moment something becomes inconvenient, and your identity becomes shaped by mood instead of conviction. In this episode, I am breaking down how to identify which one is actually driving your decisions, why most people unknowingly let preferences masquerade as values, and what it takes to build a life that holds steady whether you feel like showing up or not. If you are tired of starting over, breaking your own promises, and wondering why nothing feels like it is sticking, this is the conversation that will show you exactly where the disconnect is and how to close the gap with clarity and ownership.

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Episode Summary In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Daniel Fienup, Dr. Kate Loomis, and Lilian Morales to discuss their recent paper in JABA, Turning the Page: Increasing children's preference for looking at and engaging with books. In this episode, we explore how books can function as powerful reinforcers for young children, especially in early learning and ABA contexts. We discuss how to identify when books are actually reinforcing, how to condition books as reinforcers if they're not already, and practical strategies for incorporating them into teaching and behavior support. Key Topics Covered 1. What Makes Something a Reinforcer? Reinforcers are defined by their effect on behavior—not by intention A book is only a reinforcer if it increases the likelihood of a behavior Preference ≠ reinforcement (must test it) 2. Are Books Naturally Reinforcing? For some children: yes (especially those with strong interest in stories, visuals, or routines) For others: books may be neutral or even aversive Depends on learning history and prior pairing 3. Conditioning Books as Reinforcers Pair books with already-established reinforcers (e.g., attention, snacks, praise) Make reading interactive and engaging (voices, movement, pointing, questions) Start with short durations and build up tolerance/enjoyment Follow the child's lead (let them turn pages, choose books, etc.) 4. Embedding Books into Teaching Use books as part of discrete trial or natural environment teaching Reinforce responses with brief access to a favorite book Incorporate targets into reading (labeling, WH questions, listener responding) Use repeated readings to build fluency and predictability 5. Expanding Reinforcer Repertoires Why it matters: reduces reliance on edibles or screens Books are portable, social, and developmentally beneficial Helps build early literacy and joint attention skills 6. Common Mistakes Assuming all kids like books Using books too long as a reinforcer (loses value) Not rotating or updating book options Ignoring signs of disengagement 7. Practical Tips Keep a small "high-value" book rotation Use novelty strategically Observe what aspects the child enjoys (pictures, repetition, sensory elements) Track what actually increases responding Takeaways Books can absolutely function as reinforcers—but only if conditioned or preferred Pairing and engagement are key to building their value Using books as reinforcers supports both behavior change and language development Resources Tsai and Greer (2006). Conditioned Observation of Books and Accelerated Acquisition of Textual Responding by Preschool Children. Teachers College MA in ABA program. Teachers College Ph.D. in ABA program. Kanazawa et al. (2024). A comparison of parental attention and preferred items during tummy time: A consecutive controlled case series evaluation. D. Ross & R. Douglas Greer (Eds.). (2025). When Text Speaks: Learning to Read and Reading to Learn. Sloan Publishing. The Fred S. Keller School. Comprehensive Application of Behavior Analysis to Schooling (CABAS).

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