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1. Healthcare Fraud Crackdown There has been a YUGE U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) healthcare fraud bust. Claims include: 455 individuals charged across 45 states $6.5 billion in fraud schemes Fraud isn’t just financial—it costs lives. A tragic example is presented: An 18-year-old athlete died after allegedly receiving a faulty heart screening. A doctor reportedly cleared him in 11 seconds without proper review. 2. U.S.–Iran Conflict and Diplomatic Pause The text shifts to international news, describing: A temporary halt in military activity between the U.S. and Iran Plans for renewed diplomatic talks in Doha, Qatar The pause is fragile and not a peace agreement. Focus areas of negotiation: Shipping safety (especially the Strait of Hormuz) Sanctions Regional security Nuclear tensions Economic Importance: The Strait of Hormuz carries ~20% of the world’s oil supply, so stability affects: Gas prices Inflation Global markets 3. Trump and DC's mayoral candidate DC socialist mayoral candidate is as radical as they come: Supporting defunding police Promoting sanctuary policies Expanding bail reform George Soros and his political influence is fueling these candidates Key Claims: Over $100 million spent on midterm elections so far Funds routed through PACs and nonprofits Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sign up for my next FREE A.I. class here: https://tombilyeu.com/leverage-ai-july-9?utm_campaign=ai-masterclass&utm_source=x&utm_medium=social&utm_content=post-260407-1ITU: Ready to break through your biggest business bottleneck? Apply to work with me 1:1 - https://impacttheory.co/SCALEWelcome back to The Tom Bilyeu Show with cohost, Drew, where we dive deep into the world's most pressing news and the underlying mechanisms shaping our society. In today's packed episode, Tom unpacks the latest geopolitical escalations between the U.S. and Iran, analyzing the breakdown of negotiations and the growing risk of conflict in the Middle East. We'll also cover Ukraine's relentless strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, and what it means to back a nuclear-armed dictator into a corner.Shifting focus to domestic policy, Tom breaks down the California billionaire wealth tax—what it signals about America's political climate, why it may have disastrous economic consequences, and the mechanisms behind rising resentment toward the billionaire class. The conversation explores both sides of the wealth tax debate, addressing the emotional and practical grievances fueling the populist moment.We'll also tackle Europe's deadly heat wave, examining how draconian regulations and lack of innovation are costing lives, plus a bizarre turn as China trolls Europe with air-conditioned pig pens. And as always, we spotlight stories that reveal deeper cultural trends—from citizen vigilantes in Mexico to rampant fraud in American government spending.Get ready for a thought-provoking journey through policy, economics, and the psyche behind the headlines—because understanding the “why” is the first step to creating real impact.Chapters:00:00 MOU dispute over the Strait07:17 US-Iran conflict analysis14:42 Skepticism on Iran negotiations20:28 Tensions and grievances with Iran22:06 Alienating Allies and Regional Impact31:16 Russia's WWII sacrifice and impact36:47 Newsom positioning for 2028 election37:52 Economic influence of billionaires46:16 AOC on wealth inequality52:39 Frustrations with the economy57:41 Impact of Budget Policies on Workers59:42 Discussing job market leverage01:09:18 Taxing inherited assets fairly01:15:06 The fisherman's simple lifestyle01:19:54 History repeats and innovation's role01:25:59 France's excess deaths and AC debate01:26:56 Innovations in tackling climate change01:34:34 Fraud in NGO funding01:39:47 Ad hominem attacks in populism01:42:47 Promoting the AI masterclassSponsors:Truemed: Check your eligibility and start saving at https://truemed.com/impactEthos: Get a free quote at https://ethos.com/impactIncogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impact Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT for 30% OFF your subscription orderShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impactATT Business: Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode explores financial management strategies tailored for physical therapy practice owners, highlighting how behavioral finance principles can lead to more sustainable and profitable practices. Dr. Stephanie Weyrauch speaks with Craig Dacy and shares actionable insights on building cash reserves, setting equitable owner compensation, and fostering a long-term profitability mindset—key considerations especially relevant in a landscape of changing reimbursement policies.  In this episode: ·       How practice owners can implement the Profit First system to improve cash flow and profitability ·       Strategies for paying PT owners and team members competitively while maintaining business health ·       The importance of behavioral finance and habit formation in managing healthcare business finances ·       Building cash cushions to buffer the impact of delayed insurance reimbursements ·       Transitioning from solo to multi-location practice: financial and strategic shifts ·       Insights on hiring and retaining staff in a competitive employment market, including creative compensation models ·       Special considerations for insurance-based PT practices and handling delayed payments ·       The role of long-term thinking in promoting lifelong patient engagement with physical therapy ·       Craig's journey to authoring a book tailored to physical therapists on financial management Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and host introduction to Craig Dacy 00:14 - Craig's background and link with Ramsey Solutions 01:05 - Transition from teaching to financial coaching, motivated by personal debt freedom 02:04 - Connecting personal finances with managing a healthcare practice 02:26 - The link between physical therapy and finance, and the need for early financial education 03:22 - Why focus on physical therapists and their unique financial challenges 03:57 - Short-term engagement models and their impact on PT practice finances 04:37 - Promoting lifelong physical therapy and long-term patient relationships 05:05 - Expanding services and revenue streams beyond injury-based care 06:01 - Overcoming scarcity mindset in insurance-reliant practices 06:35 - Owner compensation strategies and making practices more sustainable 07:18 - Implementing profit-based accounting to manage personal and business finances 08:36 - The role of budgeting and behavioral finance in practice management 09:57 - The Envelope system adapted for business accounts 10:23 - Building a practice on a lean budget and avoiding debt 11:04 - Managing delayed insurance payments and cash flow buffers 12:02 - Percentage-based budgeting and cash cushion strategies 12:47 - Tailoring Profit First principles for healthcare settings 13:31 - Different financial strategies for growing practices 14:01 - Prioritizing payroll and managing equipment expenses 14:38 - Challenges of hiring in a competitive market and offering competitive salaries 15:06 - How to determine sustainable compensation—percentages and alternative pay models 15:56 - Profit sharing and creating ownership culture for employee retention 16:50 - Boosting practice profitability through mindset shifts 17:31 - The importance of profit in business health and longevity 18:30 - Transitioning from solo to multi-location practices and financial planning 19:19 - Growth phases and financial shifts at different revenue levels 20:48 - Proactive planning to fund expansion and staffing 21:20 - Behavioral changes needed for practice profitability and culture 22:07 - How profitability benefits the team, patients, and business sustainability 23:04 - Making profit a priority by shifting financial behaviors 24:18 - Small habits for long-lasting financial health—starting with just 1% into profit 25:00 - Speaking at Web PT's Ascend conference, and the growth mindset around money 26:20 - Craig's journey to writing a book for PTs on financial systems 27:53 - Inspiration behind the book and the process of writing 29:22 - Advice to younger self: embrace authenticity and risk-taking 30:18 - Connecting with Craig and upcoming resources for practice owners 31:23 - Final tips: opening a profit account and celebrating profitability 32:05 - Closing remarks and encouragement to adopt financial habits Resources & Links: ·       Profit First by Mike Michalowicz ·       pf4pt.com — Book landing page and pre-order info ·       Dacy Coaching — Practice financial consulting Connect with Craig: ·       Website ·       Schedule a coaching session ·       Craig on Instagram ·       Craig on LinkedIn ·       Craig on YouTube More About Craig Dacy: Craig Dacy, owner of DACY Financial Coaching, has helped hundreds of small businesses, with a focus on Physical Therapists, find confidence and clarity in their finances. After spending over a decade as an educator, Craig combines his knack for small business and love for teaching to help make the overly complicated concept of business finances incredibly simple to understand.  Craig lives in Austin, TX with his wife and 2 kids. When he's not spending time with his family, he can be found reliving "the good old days" as the lead singer and bass player for his 90s cover band, Zoodust. Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month   Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn   Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio

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AI is a transformational technology impacting education, business, law, and productivity. The U.S. and China are in a high-stakes race to dominate AI development with the U.S. slightly ahead (estimated months, not years). 1. The Strategic Importance An economic prize worth trillions of dollars A geopolitical contest influencing global values and norms Arguments suggest: If China wins, AI could reflect values like surveillance and state control If the U.S. wins, AI would reflect free-market and democratic values Infrastructure Discussion Chips (semiconductors) Data centers Compute power and machine learning systems There is an emphasis on the following: Data centers are essential but controversial (power and water usage concerns) Claims that modern data centers: Can generate power or offset usage Use closed-loop water cooling, minimizing consumption

Art Ulene is an American physician, surgeon, and public health educator who became nationally known as the longtime medical correspondent for NBC News, helping explain complex health and medical issues to millions of viewers. Over a career spanning medicine, broadcasting, writing, and public speaking, he has been a prominent advocate for preventive health and patient education through television appearances, books, and health journalism. IN THE NEWS: FBI arrests 5 people in connection with drone attack plot against White House UFC Freedom 250 event, Steven Spielberg Reveals Where 'I Draw the Line' When It Comes to Using AI in Filmmaking, Bill to Shield Altadena From Developers Takes Center Stage at Town Council, ‘Skeleton Bridge' where bungee jumper was thrown 130 feet to her death set to be blown up to prevent more tragediesGET IT ON!FOR MORE WITH DR. ART ULENE: Climbing Mt. KilimanjaroStarting July 1-Summiting July 13th(His 90th Birthday)Partnered With ‘CareScout' Promoting a Proactive Approach to Aging (carescout.com)FOR MORE WITH ANDREW HOBSON:INSTAGRAM: @andrewfhobsonLIVE SHOWS: June 27 - Carson City, NV (2 Shows)July 9 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)July 10 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)July 11 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineHomeChef.com/ADAMoreillyauto.com/ADAMrosettastone.com/ADAMpluto.tvPodcastOneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MAFS contestant Bec Zacharia has revealed she’s having her ribs ‘re-contoured’ in a procedure that’s illegal in Australia. The 35-year-old is joining a group of 9 Australian influencers, who are taking part in a brand trip to Bali to promote the controversial cosmetic procedure. A month after giving birth, Olivia Rogers has revealed her unique push present. The former Miss Universe contestant unveiled the piece of jewellery on Instagram. AND Steph Claire Smith has surprised her husband by revealing two new tattoos during their hotel stay in the city. The couple who have two young children, were craving a sleep in, so booked a kid-free weekend away.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Send us Fan MailWe bounce from jokes and everyday chaos into the uncomfortable stuff, from energy drinks and aging to how a small podcast tries to earn real ad money. We also dig into fraud stories, distrust in government, and the way viral clips can twist serious events into a culture war. • Monster Energy, health worries, and taste changing with age • Suavecito sponsor plug, beard care, and the realities of doing live-style banter • Switching podcast hosting to Audacy Creator Lab, ad markers, and why the money starts tiny • Promoting the show, building downloads, and why explicit shows get rejected by some networks • A bad day of Uber driving, tips, and not wasting gas • Banking fraud scare, cancelling a card too fast, and getting stuck at Walmart checkout • Claims of political corruption, investigations that go nowhere, and distrust in accountability • Allegations of paying homeless people to vote for Karen Bass and the voter ID debate • The Carmelo Anthony case, GoFundMe money, plea deals, and parents under scrutiny • Media framing, race baiting, and how one quote can swallow the whole story Keep downloading our podcast, everybody. Download everybody, download, support our show. Our PayPal is host Joel Remo and the Gooch, everybody. You can support our show right there, or you can go to the talkers.busprop.com, everybody. Support the showSupport our podcastE-Mail: theetalkers4us@gmail.comTip us: cash.app/$TheeTalkershttps://theetalkers.buzzsprout.com/shareDonate our Podcast: @paypal.me/theetalkerspodcastkick.com/theetalkerspodcast-1theetalkers_podcast1 - Twitch(3) Theetalkers1 (@theetalkers1) / TwitterThee Talkers Podcast: Unscripted - YouTubepatreon.com/theetalkerspodtiktok.com/@theetalkerspodcasttheetalkers.buzzsprout.com

A roadmap for enhancing students' equitable access to biliteracy development Monolingual ideologies have driven US educational policy for centuries. Despite the benefits of multilingualism, policies have often prioritized English and reduced children's access to their home languages. The "Seal of Biliteracy" is a language education policy that recognizes students' proficiency in two languages as a mechanism for nurturing students' bilingualism and growing the United States' multilingual capacity. Since its inception, the Seal of Biliteracy has become a national program that has been extended into elementary and middle schools as pathway awards—benchmarks signaling that younger students are on the pathway to receiving the Seal of Biliteracy. Pathways to the Seal of Biliteracy provides foundational understandings, practical examples, and key levers necessary to help parents, educators, and policymakers understand and implement pathways to biliteracy in schools. In Pathways to the Seal of Biliteracy: Promoting Multilingualism in Elementary and Middle Schools (Georgetown UP, 2026), ituating the program within broader bilingual, heritage, and world language education systems, Amy J. Heineke and Kristin J. Davin explain the history of bilingualism and language policy in US education, and they outline an accessible and equitable approach to developing successful pathway programs. Pathways to the Seal of Biliteracy will be an invaluable tool for educators, stakeholders, and policymakers looking to nurture multilingualism, advance language programming, and help students achieve the Seal of Biliteracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

A roadmap for enhancing students' equitable access to biliteracy development Monolingual ideologies have driven US educational policy for centuries. Despite the benefits of multilingualism, policies have often prioritized English and reduced children's access to their home languages. The "Seal of Biliteracy" is a language education policy that recognizes students' proficiency in two languages as a mechanism for nurturing students' bilingualism and growing the United States' multilingual capacity. Since its inception, the Seal of Biliteracy has become a national program that has been extended into elementary and middle schools as pathway awards—benchmarks signaling that younger students are on the pathway to receiving the Seal of Biliteracy. Pathways to the Seal of Biliteracy provides foundational understandings, practical examples, and key levers necessary to help parents, educators, and policymakers understand and implement pathways to biliteracy in schools. In Pathways to the Seal of Biliteracy: Promoting Multilingualism in Elementary and Middle Schools (Georgetown UP, 2026), ituating the program within broader bilingual, heritage, and world language education systems, Amy J. Heineke and Kristin J. Davin explain the history of bilingualism and language policy in US education, and they outline an accessible and equitable approach to developing successful pathway programs. Pathways to the Seal of Biliteracy will be an invaluable tool for educators, stakeholders, and policymakers looking to nurture multilingualism, advance language programming, and help students achieve the Seal of Biliteracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/language

A roadmap for enhancing students' equitable access to biliteracy development Monolingual ideologies have driven US educational policy for centuries. Despite the benefits of multilingualism, policies have often prioritized English and reduced children's access to their home languages. The "Seal of Biliteracy" is a language education policy that recognizes students' proficiency in two languages as a mechanism for nurturing students' bilingualism and growing the United States' multilingual capacity. Since its inception, the Seal of Biliteracy has become a national program that has been extended into elementary and middle schools as pathway awards—benchmarks signaling that younger students are on the pathway to receiving the Seal of Biliteracy. Pathways to the Seal of Biliteracy provides foundational understandings, practical examples, and key levers necessary to help parents, educators, and policymakers understand and implement pathways to biliteracy in schools. In Pathways to the Seal of Biliteracy: Promoting Multilingualism in Elementary and Middle Schools (Georgetown UP, 2026), ituating the program within broader bilingual, heritage, and world language education systems, Amy J. Heineke and Kristin J. Davin explain the history of bilingualism and language policy in US education, and they outline an accessible and equitable approach to developing successful pathway programs. Pathways to the Seal of Biliteracy will be an invaluable tool for educators, stakeholders, and policymakers looking to nurture multilingualism, advance language programming, and help students achieve the Seal of Biliteracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/education

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Commemorate Juneteenth and reflect on its origins, history, meaning, and traditions.Learn about the prevalence and acceptance of slavery in world history (such as in Mesopotamia, Egypt, Athens, Rome, Britain, England, and Europe) and its development in the colonies and the United States. Examine the cruel and barbaric slave trade and Middle Passage across the ocean from first hand accounts.Explore how some Founding Fathers such as Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and Alexander Hamilton opposed slavery, and George Washington emancipated his slaves. Learn how Thomas Jefferson trembled for the future of the country because of slavery, and how he banned slavery in the Northwest Territory and signed the law banning the slave trade in America. Learn how the opposition to slavery led to sharp divisions in the country, eventually exploding into the Civil War.Review how President Abraham Lincoln shifted his original position and supported the emancipation of the slaves as a wartime measure, and implemented emancipation through the first and final Emancipation Proclamations. Learn how the final Emancipation Proclamation only freed those enslaved by the Confederate States of America.Learn how many enslaved first learned of the Emancipation Proclamation for the first time on June 19, 1865 by virtue of Union General Gordan Granger General's Order No. 3 issued in Galveston, Texas after the Union army occupies the city, but only after the 25th Army Corps — primarily composed of African American Union troops — liberate Galveston.Review how slavery was finally abolished through the ratification of the 13th Amendment and treaties with Native American tribes (who held slaves) such as the Cherokee, Creek, and Chickasaw.Explore how June 19 becomes a new celebration - called Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day, and finally Juneteenth - and the celebration spread across the nation, and was finally recognized as a federal holiday in the wake of the George Floyd killing in 2021. Listen to several Juneteenth Presidential Proclamations by Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Donald Trump, and Joe Biden.Focus on how commercialism is starting to creep into the Juneteenth celebrations.Highlights include Christina Snyder's book Slavery in Indian Country, The Changing Face of Captivity in Early America,  Olaudah Equiano (Gustavus Vassa), the Great Awakening, chattel slavery, Pennsylvania Society for Promoting the Abolition of Slavery, Eli Whitney & the cotton gin, Missouri Compromise, Bleeding Kansas, Lincoln Douglas debates, "A House Divided" Abraham Lincoln speech, presidential election of 1860, Declaration of Independence, abolitionists, Fort Sumter, Civil War, Grand Army of the Republic, Horace Greeley, Gideon Wells, William Seward, Antietam, Gettysburg Address, Lincoln First Inaurual Address, Lincoln Second Inaugural Address, Richard Hofstadlter's American Political Tradition, bill of lading, General Robert E. Lee, Appotomattox Court House, CSS Shenandoah, Union General Gordan Granger General Order No. 3, and much more.To learn more about America & Patriot Week, visit www.PatriotWeek.org. Our resources include videos, a TV series, blogs, lesson plans, and more.Check out Judge Michael Warren's new book, The Revolutionary Words that Forged America - The Definitive Guide to the Declaration of Independence (Republic Books 2026).

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In the second ESCMID Global 2026 poster tour episode, Brett and Martin found three different and thought-provoking posters that highlight the importance of people, partnerships and communication in advancing infection prevention and control. We begin by talking to Dr Aline Wolfensberger from Zurich about a Swiss project that used human-centred design and co-production to develop practical tools that engage patients and relatives in the prevention of non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia. Through a process of interviews, observations and co-design workshops, the team created innovative, low-cost solutions to promote oral care and mobilisation, demonstrating how patients and families can become active partners in prevention. https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/download/ina7czek4ac7q83r/ESCMID_Global_2026_-_Patient_partnership_for_prevention_PPP_-_co-designed_solutions_to_engage_patients_and_relatives_in_non-ventilator_hospital-acquired_pneumonia_preventiona7pol.pdf    We then examined an innovative researcher–journalist residency programme that explored the challenges of communicating science to wider audiences. The project revealed the differing cultures, expectations and pressures faced by researchers and journalists, while identifying opportunities to strengthen collaboration and improve public understanding of infectious diseases and healthcare. https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/download/ykf54b6zejskjhwt/ESCMID_Global_2026_-_Promoting_scientific_communication-_insights_from_a_joint_researcher_journalist_residency8nweq.pdf    Finally, we discussed findings from the EU-JAMRAI 2 initiative with the author. This work explored the collaboration needs of infection prevention professionals across Europe. The study highlights the value of mentorship, peer-to-peer learning and international networking in supporting professional development and sharing best practice. https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/download/yungzdpc6fatf3zd/ESCMID_Global_2026_-_Assessment_of_peer-to-peer_collaboration_needs_across_IPC_professionals_in_Europe_an_EU-JAMRAI-2_initiative9cro2.pdf 

In the second ESCMID Global 2026 poster tour episode, Brett and Martin found three different and thought-provoking posters that highlight the importance of people, partnerships and communication in advancing infection prevention and control. We begin by talking to Dr Aline Wolfensberger from Zurich about a Swiss project that used human-centred design and co-production to develop practical tools that engage patients and relatives in the prevention of non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia. Through a process of interviews, observations and co-design workshops, the team created innovative, low-cost solutions to promote oral care and mobilisation, demonstrating how patients and families can become active partners in prevention. https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/download/ina7czek4ac7q83r/ESCMID_Global_2026_-_Patient_partnership_for_prevention_PPP_-_co-designed_solutions_to_engage_patients_and_relatives_in_non-ventilator_hospital-acquired_pneumonia_preventiona7pol.pdf    We then examined an innovative researcher–journalist residency programme that explored the challenges of communicating science to wider audiences. The project revealed the differing cultures, expectations and pressures faced by researchers and journalists, while identifying opportunities to strengthen collaboration and improve public understanding of infectious diseases and healthcare. https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/download/ykf54b6zejskjhwt/ESCMID_Global_2026_-_Promoting_scientific_communication-_insights_from_a_joint_researcher_journalist_residency8nweq.pdf    Finally, we discussed findings from the EU-JAMRAI 2 initiative with the author. This work explored the collaboration needs of infection prevention professionals across Europe. The study highlights the value of mentorship, peer-to-peer learning and international networking in supporting professional development and sharing best practice. https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/download/yungzdpc6fatf3zd/ESCMID_Global_2026_-_Assessment_of_peer-to-peer_collaboration_needs_across_IPC_professionals_in_Europe_an_EU-JAMRAI-2_initiative9cro2.pdf 

How did the phrase, “diversity, equity and inclusion”—DEI—which sounds like a positive thing, get such a bad rap? The answer lies in how the concept has often been introduced. Our guest, Dr. Melissa Crum, explains that most people aren't reacting to the actual idea of DEI; they're reacting to how the idea was introduced. Instead of hearing, “Let's look at systems that create problems,” people hear, “Oh, I'm the problem?!” And once that happens, people shut down.Dr. Crum helps people separate themselves as individuals from the systems they live in. She's not telling her listeners they're bad people. She tells them there are larger patterns in which we all operate. When people hear that distinction, meaningful conversation happens. Dr. Crum reflects on power in everyday moments. Even something as simple as how you talk to server in a restaurant can reflect a power dynamic. It's about being aware that not everyone you deal with has the same ability, or relative power, to respond or push back in those moments.Context matters. A word or phrase that feels harmless—or even friendly—to one person might carry a completely different meaning for someone else based on their experiences. Instead of assuming everyone hears things the same way, Dr. Crum encourages us to be a little more curious and flexible in how we communicate.Promoting inclusion doesn't come with one training session. This is a marathon, not a sprint. You can't expect people to completely rethink years—or decades—of assumptions in a couple hours. That's part of why some of those past trainings backfired. People were overwhelmed, and nothing really stuck.Promoting DEI means examining how an organization actually functions. Just saying, “We value inclusion,” does nothing, but defining what inclusion means in real situations—like hiring, promotions, meetings, decision-making—brings meaningful change. And what does a business get in return? Employees who feel valued are engaged in their work. Turnover decreases, and productivity increases. DEI is good for business.

Welcome back to Barn Talk! In today's episode, we have an inspiring conversation with Rick Anglin, a fourth-generation dairy farmer from Arizona who made the bold decision to leave behind the conventional dairy business after 17 years and forge a new path for his family's future. Rick tells the remarkable story of how he bet it all to start Fond du Lac Farms- a fully integrated raw milk operation where they raise the cows, bottle the milk, and deliver it directly to grocery shelves. We dive deep into the challenges of cutting out the middleman, the transition from commodity agriculture to building a premium, direct-to-consumer brand, the power of faith and family in weathering tough times, and what it takes to build a truly generational business. Whether you're in agriculture or just looking for real-world entrepreneurship lessons, get ready for an episode packed with practical wisdom on risk, resilience, and redefining success. Let's get into it! JOIN THE BARN TALK NEWSLETTER & GET LIVE EVENT ACCESS: We're on a mission to get 10,000 subscribers, and once we do, we're hosting a live event at the barn! Sign up to get exclusive access to tickets and details.

Talk to KimIn this inspiring episode, Kim Benoy interviews April Garcia about her transformative journey through trauma, healing, and finding joy in midlife. They explore the 'rooms theory' for healing past wounds, the power of vulnerability, and practical ways to embrace courage and joy.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Kim Benoy and the podcast00:33 Kim introduces guest April Garcia00:56 The rooms theory and its significance02:17 Compartmentalizing memories and healing03:28 The importance of sitting with painful memories04:20 Revisiting past trauma with a new perspective05:40 April's childhood and early trauma07:18 Instability and its impact on identity09:13 Running from problems and carrying them forward10:28 Healing through resilience and purpose17:26 Courage in writing her book and overcoming addiction19:30 The process of honest storytelling and healing22:03 Using the rooms metaphor for anxiety and PTSD25:02 Supporting her daughter through anxiety26:16 Promoting joy in midlife with the Find Your Joy project29:12 Final message: Courage over past trauma30:05 Closing thoughts and gratitudeResourcesApril Garcia's Website - https://aprildaygarcia.com You can find a link to purchase her book The Room to Be Brave and the Find Your Joy Project. Support the showKim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.****************************************************If you are looking for deeper connection, encouragement, and support, you should join my free online community. It's a safe, uplifting space to be inspired, share honestly, and grow alongside women who truly get this season of life.Midlife with Courage™ Community*****************************************************Want to be a guest on Midlife with Courage™-Bold Women Thriving After Forty with Kim Benoy? Send Kim Benoy a message on PodMatch, here: Podmatch Link NEWSLETTER WEBSITEFACEBOOK

Promoting a high-producing advisor into a leadership role without teaching them how to lead isn't development, it's a risk transfer. Ray Sclafani has seen this pattern play out across hundreds of advisory firms: the best advisor gets promoted, the firm assumes leadership will follow, and within months the culture quietly starts to fracture. In this episode, Ray makes the case that leadership development is not a soft-skills initiative as it is an operational and economic imperative that directly shapes growth, retention, client experience, and enterprise value.What You Will Learn in This EpisodeWhy promoting high performers without leadership training is one of the most common and costly mistakes in wealth managementThe five direct questions every leadership team should ask to diagnose their management infrastructureHow to define what "meeting," "exceeding," and "far exceeding" expectations looks like for every leadership role in your firmHow to build a leadership scorecard that makes accountability observable, coachable, and measurableWhy leadership depth, not any single rainmaker or founder, is what allows a firm to grow without breakingKey Insight from This Episode"Promoting a high-producing advisor into a manager or leadership role without teaching that person how to lead is not development. That is a risk transfer."Leadership is not a reward for strong performance. It is a distinct skill set that requires training, structure, and ongoing accountability. The firms that invest in building that infrastructure now will have the bench depth, the culture, and the continuity to compete at the highest level — and to scale without depending on any one person.The Five Questions to Diagnose Your Leadership InfrastructureAsk your leadership team right now:Performance Reviews: Do you conduct performance reviews more than once a year?One-on-Ones: Do managers hold one-on-one meetings with their direct reports at least monthly?Feedback: Do employees receive regular, real-time feedback — not just at review time?Defined Standards: Have you defined what meeting, exceeding, and far exceeding expectations looks like for every role in your firm?Manager Accountability: Are managers held accountable for engagement, retention, and the development of the people they lead?If the honest answer to most of those is "no" or "not consistently," you have a leadership development gap and that gap has a direct cost.The Four-Step Framework for Building LeadersStep 1 — Define the Leadership Role Vague expectations produce vague performance. When a person is promoted to manager, their scope must be explicit and written down: What do they own? Which decisions are theirs to make? Which require alignment? Which belong elsewhere? Clarity here is not bureaucratic, because it is the foundation of effective leadership.Step 2 — Define What Strong Performance Looks Like For every leadership role, articulate three levels:Meeting expectations — Holds regular one-on-ones, provides timely feedback, follows through on commitments, keeps the team alignedExceeding expectations — Develops talent ahead of need, strengthens team capacity, reduces confusion, helps others make better decisionsFar exceeding expectations — Develops leaders who develop other leaders, builds scalable systems, improves retention, reduces the firm's dependence on any single personOnce the levels are defined, performance conversations, calibration, comp decisions, and development plans all improve. People stop guessing.Step 3 — Build a Feedback Cadence Annual reviews are too slow. By the time the review occurs, everyone already knows what should have been said months earlier. Managers should hold regular one-on-ones, provide feedback in real time, and ask the questions that matter: What is working? What is unclear? What needs to change? What support is required? What are you learning? Where do you want to grow? Feedback should not be dramatic. It should be normal.Step 4 — Hold Leaders Accountable for the People They Lead A manager should be evaluated not only on their personal performance or technical competence, but on the engagement, retention, development, and performance of their team. If a leader is personally successful but leaves behind confusion, burnout, or turnover, that is not strong leadership. Create a leadership scorecard for every manager in your firm. Include five measures: communication rhythm, feedback quality, talent development, accountability, and team health. Review it quarterly. Coach to it. Compensate it.Coaching Questions for ReflectionWhich leaders in your firm, including you, have been promoted based on production or contribution, but never trained to lead?Where have you clearly defined performance expectations, and where are people still guessing?Which leadership behaviors should be measured because they directly shape culture and retention at your firm?What would change if managers were held accountable for the growth of the people they lead?Why This Matters for Enterprise ValueManagers shape the firm's lived experience. Not the values poster in the break room. Not the retreat agenda. Not the title structure. Managers decide how feedback is delivered, whether accountability is real, whether talent is developed or ignored, whether high performers are challenged, whether underperformance is tolerated, whether meetings are useful, and whether people feel stretched, supported, and included.SHRM research shows that only 44% of managers globally have received formal management training. More than 90% of HR executives say people managers are critically important to organizational success — and job satisfaction nearly doubles among workers with highly effective managers.For advisory firms, this isn't abstract. Leadership development affects growth and retention, client experience, and ultimately the enterprise value of what you are building.The firms that develop leaders will win — because they will not rely on any single founder, rainmaker, or heroic operator. They will build bench depth. And that bench depth is what allows a firm to grow without breaking.Resources & References MentionedSHRM — Global Management Training ResearchKorn Ferry — Workforce 2025 Research ReportBuilding the Billion Dollar Business is hosted by Ray Sclafani, founder and CEO of ClientWise, the financial services industry's leading executive coaching and team development firm for elite advisors and wealth management teams.Find Ray and the ClientWise Team on the ClientWise website or LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeBuilding The Billion Dollar Business

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The Big 12 athletic conference has filed a lawsuit against Texas Tech and the State of Texas: “The lawsuit is not seeking financial damages, nor is it seeking to overturn the judge's decision approving Sorsby's eligibility to play this season. Instead, the lawsuit asks that a court allow the league to sanction Texas Tech for putting Sorsby in the lineup, without the league, in turn, being sanctioned by the Texas Attorney General's office,” Breitbart reported.  More: Big 12 doesn't back off Sorsby ruling despite Pax­ton threat.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Gary Boren joins us to talk about why he is running in a special election to return to the Lubbock City Council – early voting begins today.Getting past social medial posts, podcast interviews, and similar Little Jimmy “The Creep” Talarico simply cannot deny his record at work and in the Texas House as a radical Leftist. This is a must read and share story: James Talarico Worked As ‘Equitable Education' Consultant at Left-Wing Firm Developing DEI Plans for Texas School Districts. None of his actual record square with his new reinvention of himself as a centrist.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

0:00 Learning to Tie Shoes Differently 03:44 Neuroplasticity and enhanced senses 09:06 Childhood daredevil antics 14:10 Joining the pageant group 18:40 Innovative clothing solution for amputees 21:13 Adults embracing childlike creativity 24:25 Experiencing societal pressure and prosthetics 29:40 Revealing my disability over phone 32:20 Meeting a young girl at air show 34:45 Choosing the right plane for training 37:36 Promoting disability awareness through aviation 43:15 Discussing social awareness and bias

Jann, Caitlin & Sarah are joined by Tracy & Martina (sketch duo and podcasters Justine Williamson and Greg Vardy), who discuss their movie 'Tracy & Martina: Goin' Out West'. Tracy and Martina are two fun-loving best friends from Cape Breton who head west to Alberta for the first time. They hope to make money opening for a local band, but things go south when their accommodations fall through and they run out of money. They share their experiences traveling to Alberta, the cultural differences they encountered, and the humour they found on the road. They also discuss their journey from YouTube creators to filmmakers, highlighting their experiences in Cape Breton and the unique culture of the region. They share insights on friendship, fame, and even how to save a little money at a festival! *We do not endorse getting kicked out of crabfest.* Tracy & Martina: Goin' Out West is part Fubar, part homage to the classic Goin' Down The Road, by Music video director Brendan Langelle Lyle (aka MooseCANFly) making his film debut.  The feature was made last year while touring in Alberta and won the Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature at this year's CUFF (Calgary Underground Film Festival).  Tracy & Martina: Goin' Out West will release on Crave starting September 1.  https://www.tracyandmartina.com/ https://moviescout.ca/movies/403668?date=2026-06-05 (00:00) Introduction to Tracy & Martina (02:02) The Journey to Alberta: Expectations vs. Reality (05:00) Travel Experiences and Tips on the Road (08:58) Cultural Differences and Meeting New People (11:59) Reality Show Dreams and Personal Insights (15:00) Promoting the New Movie and Future Aspirations (15:05) The Journey to Filmmaking (19:20) Exploring Cape Breton's Unique Culture (21:01) Friendship and Fame (25:43) Live Shows and Audience Connection (29:23) Celebrity Aspirations and Musical Influences (29:59) Festival Shenanigans and Tips (33:01) Creative Ways to Sneak Alcohol (36:03) The Journey to Fame and Branding (38:55) Celebrating Connections and Future Plans #ASKJANN - want some life advice from Jann? Send in a story with a DM or on our website. Leave us a voicenote! ⁠www.jannardenpod.com/voicemail/⁠⁠ Get access to bonus content and more on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/JannArdenPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.jannardenpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/jannardenpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/jannardenpod #ASKJANN - want some life advice from Jann? Send in a story with a DM or on our website. Leave us a voicenote! ⁠⁠www.jannardenpod.com/voicemail/⁠⁠⁠ Get access to bonus content and more on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/JannArdenPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.jannardenpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/jannardenpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/jannardenpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My Podcast is Great, but It's Not GrowingEver feel like you're pouring your soul into your podcast and the audience just isn't showing up? Yeah, me too. In this episode, we tackle that painful realization that sometimes, the problem isn't with the promotion, but with the content itself. We take a hard look at what happens when listeners start dropping off like flies. Is it that they're just not your target audience? Or maybe, just maybe, your content isn't hitting the mark?Take It Outside of PodcastingWe draw some hilarious parallels between podcasting and other forms of media – like writing a book or even making a movie – because when you take it out of the podcasting bubble, things start to look a lot clearer.The Fear of FeedbackWe also discuss the absolute necessity of getting feedback from your audience and how terrifying that can be. But hey, if you're not asking, you'll never know what's working and what's not. So, buckle up as we dissect the ups and downs of podcasting, and how a little feedback can turn your ship around. You'll leave this episode ready to engage with your listeners like never before!Takeaways:Podcasting advice sometimes makes more sense when you think outside of the podcasting bubble.Don't just assume your content is great; ask your audience what they really think.If your audience isn't coming back, maybe your content isn't hitting the mark anymore.Promoting isn't the only solution; feedback from listeners can be the real game changer.Taking a step back and comparing your podcast to books or films can clarify your approach.Remember, it's not about the numbers; it's about resonating with your true audience.Podcasting ObservationsSchool of PodcastingMentioned in this episode:Join the School of Podcasting CommunityUnlock your podcasting potential with the School of Podcasting, where your voice takes center stage. Whether you're a beginner eager to launch your first show or an experienced podcaster looking to refine your craft, our resources and supportive community are here to guide you every step of the way. I have expertly crafted courses on everything from choosing the right equipment to mastering audience engagement, and enjoy personalized coaching that tailors success strategies to what YOU need. Join a vibrant network of fellow creators dedicated to sharing knowledge and inspiring growth. Elevate your podcast to new heights—your journey starts hereSchool of PodcastingThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

Welcome to Barn Talk! In today's guest episode, we're joined by Nicole Glenn an agronomist, content creator, and founder of the Farm Company, who's earned a dedicated following by speaking honestly about agriculture, soil health, and her experiences as a young woman in the industry. Nicole grew up on her family's Kentucky farm, traveled all the way to Australia to farm and explore new perspectives, and has since transitioned from working with big ag companies to independent consulting focused on building soil health and farm resiliency. In this wide-ranging conversation, Nicole opens up about her journey from tobacco fields to driving brand-new combines Down Under, why soil biology should matter to every farmer, and the practical steps toward more profitable and sustainable farming. We dig deep into the future of American agriculture, the role of women in the field, the rise of content creation in ag, and Nicole's entrepreneurial vision for rural workwear and community. Get ready for a real, optimistic, and sometimes disruptive discussion about the challenges and opportunities facing agriculture today full of firsthand perspective, practical advice, and a passion for keeping small farms healthy and thriving. Let's get into it! JOIN THE BARN TALK NEWSLETTER & GET LIVE EVENT ACCESS: We're on a mission to get 10,000 subscribers, and once we do, we're hosting a live event at the barn! Sign up to get exclusive access to tickets and details.

Celebrate Pride by looking back at Kyle Long's 2021 conversation with LGBTQ+ activist Mary Byrne. A key figure in Indiana's gay rights movement, Byrne also played an important but lesser-known role in the state's music history as a promoter and curator of women's music. She owned and operated Labyris, a feminist and lesbian bar near downtown Indianapolis that became a vital gathering place for music and community.

Liz Peek examines the influence of the Democratic Socialists of America in blue cities like Seattle and Los Angeles. She argues establishment Democrats fail to counter radical socialist propaganda. Concerns are raised over candidates promoting the abolition of prisons, drug use without judgment, and anti-Israel positions funded by extremist-linked donor groups. (2)1931

Ade Oladipo and Gareth A Davies reflect on a win for Chris Billam Smith on his Zuffa debut in Bournemouth, we hear from the man himself too who says he wants a fight with Jai Opetaia next.We also hear from his promoter Dana White who doubled down on his claims that he will be the man in charge of promoting AJ Vs Fury later this year.Katie Taylor has finally secured her career long dream of fighting in Croke Park, we hear from her and what the fight means to her.And we discuss a return to the ring for Joe Joyce and a new deal for Boxxer which see's them link up with DAZN Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every now and then, I like to hop into the wayback machine and share a fresh listen to conversations that influenced our current times. The one you are going to register to today was recorded live in 2014 from DIEM, Design Intersects Everything Made symposium presented by the West Hollywood Design District featuring Frances Anderton, then with KCRW ad Jeff Denby, co-founder and then with Pact. A clothing brand you will be hearing more about.  The following conversation was focused on values based capitalism, an economic model with which places value on profit generation that also generates positive social impact. Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. TimberTech – Real wood beauty without the upkeep Shelter Republic – Request your membership invitation As you listen to this chat between Frances and Jeff, you might notice the “feel-good” vibes and high ideals that come from a focus on values based consumerism patterns. Buy well-made products that come from sustainably based materials and made by people who are valued to those producing the products and then by those who buy the product. At the time of this recording, this idea was catching on and even now, companies that have a value-system connected directly to products speak openly about the social capital being generated. I would argue we hear far less now because sustainability has been linked politically to DEI, and there is a group of people who see that has more of a social ill, than a societal benefit. I'm not here to change any minds, only share different perspectives. And this is one worth sharing with the hope that it will make a return, not just in fashion or consumer packaged goods, but in the home decor and architectural materials sectors. Consumer Awareness Evolution How Whole Foods and the food industry educated consumers about product origins. Extension of that curiosity to body care and apparel: understanding what goes on the skin and into daily wear. The role of design in making sustainable products attractive and desirable. Philanthropy and Social Impact Early collaborations with nonprofits through limited-edition collections and direct aid. Shift toward improving the lives of workers within the supply chain. Emphasis on economic, environmental, and social impact as part of the business model. Challenges of Domestic Manufacturing Difficulties of reviving large-scale apparel production domestically, including labor costs, fractured supply chains, and compliance issues. Comparison with global supply chains and the decision to work where systems already exist. Insights from attempts at localized production and the challenges of sustainable sourcing. Product Expansion and Market Strategy Focus on apparel basics for the emerging generation of socially conscious consumers. Building a generational brand by appealing to evolving values. Commitment to price accessibility while maintaining sustainability and ethical production. Supply Chain Ethics and Certification Working exclusively with certified factories and farms to ensure fair labor practices. Ensuring worker protections and representation, including female supervisors. Direct engagement with farmers and supply chain partners to secure market access and stability. Sustainability and Waste Management Recycling factory scraps and leftover materials into new products. Finding secondary uses for garment remnants, including mattress filling. Factories incentivized to reduce waste as part of both economic and environmental sustainability. Consumer Education and Transparency Educating customers about the human and environmental story behind clothing. Leveraging social media, coalition branding, and events to communicate supply chain practices. Positioning Pact as a non-toxic apparel brand with safe-for-skin products. Research and Industry Collaboration Participation in textile and sustainability coalitions with like-minded brands. Supporting the growth of organic cotton farming and sustainable supply chains. Promoting transparency in manufacturing practices and educating the public on chemical exposure in conventional apparel. Ethical apparel requires intentional design, transparent supply chains, and collaboration across the industry. Consumers increasingly demand products that are safe, well-designed, and socially responsible. Philanthropy is most effective when integrated into the core business, benefiting both workers and communities. Scaling sustainability in mass-market apparel is challenging but possible with careful planning, partnerships, and public education. Conscious Basics: How Textiles Can Be Ethical, Sustainable, and Stylish In an era when consumers increasingly demand transparency and ethical responsibility, Pact is reshaping the apparel industry by marrying sustainability, social impact, and thoughtful design. Co-founder Jeff Denby spoke with Frances Anderton in 2014 about the philosophy behind the brand, tracing a journey from organic cotton farms in India to certified factories in Turkey, all with the goal of delivering high-quality, accessible clothing that respects both people and the planet. Denby notes that consumer awareness has evolved in stages. Shoppers first became curious about food origins, learning that groceries come from farms, not just shelves. This consciousness extended to body care products, as people began asking what they were putting on their skin. Apparel is the next frontier. “People want to know what they're wearing every day,” Denby explains. “They want products that are beautifully designed, sustainable, and safe, without having to reinvent what underwear or socks should look like.” Early in Pact's history, the company experimented with philanthropic partnerships, designing collections that supported nonprofit causes. These initiatives provided aid to communities abroad, from distributing lanterns in Haiti to rebuilding community centers in Japan. However, Denby realized the brand could make a deeper impact by focusing inward—supporting the lives of the workers who create the products. By investing in stable, ethical supply chains, Pact achieves a triple bottom line: economic, social, and environmental benefits. Reviving large-scale apparel manufacturing in the United States proved impractical for Pact. Labor costs, fractured supply chains, and limited domestic processing infrastructure made it impossible to produce affordable basics at scale. Instead, the brand partnered with existing factories abroad, ensuring they meet strict certifications such as the Global Organic Textile Standard. Denby emphasizes that these certifications guarantee fair labor practices, gender equity, and safe working conditions—factors often overlooked in conventional apparel production. Beyond ethical sourcing, Pact prioritizes product safety and environmental responsibility. Cotton cultivation and traditional textile processing can involve significant pesticide use and harmful chemicals. Pact works with organic cotton farmers and certified dye houses, eliminating heavy metals and carcinogens from their products. Waste management is also integral; leftover yarn and fabrics are recycled into new garments or repurposed for other industries, demonstrating that sustainability extends from field to factory to finished product. Denby envisions Pact as the “basics brand for the change generation,” appealing to consumers who value ethics, transparency, and design. The brand is part of a coalition with other sustainable apparel companies, collaborating to secure fair market access for farmers, grow organic cotton production, and educate the public on the human stories behind clothing. Social media and events provide direct channels to communicate these values, allowing consumers to engage with the brand and understand the people and processes behind the garments they wear. For Pact, the mission goes beyond selling clothing. It is about proving that everyday apparel can be ethical, well-designed, and accessible, while creating meaningful social impact. By integrating philanthropy, sustainability, and consumer education into the business model, Pact is showing that the basics—underwear, socks, and t-shirts—can carry a powerful message: that fashion can be responsible, thoughtful, and inclusive.

Relations between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea currently stand at a new historical starting point, facing new development opportunities and shouldering new missions of the times, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, said on Monday.Xi made the remarks in a signed article published in Rodong Sinmun, the official newspaper of the DPRK, ahead of his state visit to the country on Monday and Tuesday, his first in seven years.Xi said that he looks forward to meeting with Kim Jong-un, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the DPRK, to discuss the traditional friendship between the two countries and exchange views on the overall development of bilateral relations.Xi said that China and the DPRK are friendly socialist neighbors who stand by each other and share a common future.No matter how times change or how the international landscape evolves, the traditional friendship between China and the DPRK remains unbreakable and enduring, constantly demonstrating vigorous vitality, Xi said.Noting that top-level strategic guidance is the greatest strength of China-DPRK relations, Xi said that in recent years, he and Kim have held six meetings, maintaining close strategic communication and jointly drawing up a blueprint for the development of China-DPRK relations.Xi also said that a shared socialist ideal is a defining feature of China-DPRK relations, and that the traditional friendship between the two countries, rooted in a shared future, forms the solid foundation of bilateral ties."High-level strategic coordination gives China-DPRK relations their contemporary significance," Xi said. "Promoting long-term peace and stability in the region, as well as world peace and stability, is a common pursuit of the two parties, the two countries and their peoples."The two sides firmly support each other in safeguarding national sovereignty, security and development interests, and work together to uphold regional peace and tranquility, international fairness and justice, and the postwar international order, Xi said.Noting that maintaining, consolidating and developing China-DPRK relations has always been an unwavering policy of the CPC and the Chinese government, Xi said that China stands ready to work with the DPRK to steer bilateral relations from a strategic perspective, keep China-DPRK relations abreast of the times and achieve greater development of the relationship.The two sides should deepen strategic communication and firmly steer China-DPRK relations in the right direction, Xi said, calling for upholding the fine tradition of high-level exchanges between the two parties and the two countries, and maintaining close contacts like relatives.The two sides should take the 65th anniversary of the China-DPRK Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance as an opportunity, strengthen exchanges at all levels and across party, government and military institutions, implement the important consensus reached by the two sides, and add fresh impetus to the development of bilateral relations.Xi said the two countries should strengthen communication and mutual learning to jointly promote the steady development of the two countries' socialist cause.China and the DPRK should support each other in pursuing socialist paths suited to their own national conditions, firmly safeguard the political security of both nations, continue to expand exchanges and cooperation between the two parties, and deepen exchanges of experience and mutual learning on party and state governance, Xi said.The two countries should expand practical cooperation and continuously enhance the well-being and friendship of the two peoples, Xi said, adding that the two sides should enhance the alignment of development strategies, tap the potential for cooperation in various fields, share opportunities and promote development together, in order to better benefit the two peoples.Xi also called for close multilateral coordination and firmly safeguarding international fairness and justice.The two sides should strengthen strategic communication and coordination, and jointly uphold the international system with the United Nations at its core and the international order based on international law, Xi said, adding that the two sides should oppose hegemonism and power politics, and reject any scheme or action aimed at reviving militarism and undermining regional security and stability.The two countries should jointly promote an equal and orderly multipolarization of the world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, implement the four major global initiatives put forward by China, and work together to build a community with a shared future for humanity, he added.sovereignty /ˈsɒvrənti/主权tranquility /træŋˈkwɪləti/安宁unwavering /ʌnˈweɪvərɪŋ/坚定不移的alignment /əˈlaɪnmənt/对接hegemonism /hɪˈdʒemənɪzəm/霸权主义multipolarization /ˌmʌltiˌpəʊləraɪˈzeɪʃən/多极化inclusive /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/包容的initiative /ɪˈnɪʃətɪv/倡议community with a shared future for humanity /kəˈmjuːnəti wɪð ə ʃeəd ˈfjuːtʃə fə hjuːˈmænəti/人类命运共同体

Are you a Montana entrepreneur looking at developing business ideas? What about an established business looking for capitol to expand? Click on the podcast for answers to some of the most difficult questions facing business today as Jim Brown, Commissioner […] The post Investing In, Promoting, Protecting Montana first appeared on Voices of Montana.

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Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, said on Monday he looks forward to meeting with Kim Jong-un, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), to discuss the traditional friendship between the two countries, and exchange views on the overall development of bilateral relations.Xi made the remarks in a signed article published on Rodong Sinmun, the official newspaper of the DPRK, ahead of his state visit to the country slated for Monday and Tuesday, his first in seven years.Xi said that China and the DPRK are friendly socialist neighbors who stand by each other and share a common future.No matter how times change or how the international landscape evolves, the traditional friendship between China and the DPRK remains unbreakable and enduring, constantly demonstrating vigorous vitality, Xi said.Noting that top-level strategic guidance is the greatest strength of China-DPRK relations, Xi said in recent years, he and Kim have held six meetings, maintaining close strategic communication and jointly drawing up a blueprint for the development of China-DPRK relations.Xi also said that a shared socialist ideal is a defining feature of China-DPRK relations, and that the traditional friendship between the two countries, rooted in a shared future, forms the solid foundation of bilateral ties."High-level strategic coordination gives China-DPRK relations their contemporary significance," Xi said. "Promoting long-term peace and stability in the region, as well as world peace and stability, is a common pursuit of the two parties, the two countries and their peoples."The two sides firmly support each other in safeguarding national sovereignty, security and development interests, and work together to uphold regional peace and tranquility, international fairness and justice, and the postwar international order, Xi said.

Ep. 416 - Title Sponsor: Scrapin the Coast Our Lifestyle Podcast YouTube Channel  ODB sits down with Miggity Mike The Mayor  ODB chats with Lauren Miller-Bentz & Nick. LMB covers  Promoting shows as a female in the custom truck scene Juggling life Scrapin The Coast & MORE RIP Mark “Papa Smurf” Ballard! We miss you Dad.  Stay On Da Rise! 

Norton Healthcare's Parenting With You is the podcast that helps you keep your kids healthy and safe by providing practical, down to earth advice for parents of children of any age, from babies through the teen years. In this Episode: Summer Fun and Safety In this episode, our host, Dr. Erin Frazier speaks with Kinzie Evrard, Coordinator for Norton Children's Prevention and Wellness. Summer time is the season of fun for many children and families. Unfortunately, it can also prove to be a time of risks, when fun time outdoors (and even indoors) leads to injuries and the occasional visit to the ER. Listen in as  Dr. Frazier speaks with Kinzie Evrard about some great tips and information to help keep everyone safe and healthy while enjoying summer! Resources were mentioned in this episode:  Links for life jacket education  How to Fit a Life Jacket | Safe Kids Worldwide 2020-05-28_New_Life_Jacket_Labels_and_Icons.pdf How to Tell If a Life Jacket Is Coast Guard Approved - LegalClarity Bike helmets Bike helmet safety| Norton Children's Louisville, Ky. Bicycle Safety: Fitting a Bicycle Helmet Car seat information Car Seat Safety | Norton Children's Louisville, Ky. Car Seat Help | Norton Children's Louisville, Ky.   About Norton Children's Center for Prevention and Wellness A healthy kid is a happy kid. Norton Children's Prevention & Wellness provides resources to help you and your child build healthy habits. Established in 1991, the Office of Child Advocacy of Norton Children's Hospital, now Norton Children's Prevention & Wellness, takes an active leadership role in teaching healthy habits in children, including injury prevention and educating children and their families on healthy lifestyle choices. Advocacy and outreach educational programs are at the heart of the Norton Children's mission. Norton Children's Prevention & Wellness is funded through donations to the Norton Children's Hospital Foundation. Our efforts are focused around: ·      Safety and injury prevention ·      Promoting healthy lifestyles ·      Key community partnerships ·      Government relations Norton Children's Prevention and Wellness Classes:  https://nortonchildrens.com/prevention-wellness/classes-events/ Find a pediatrician go to https://nortonchildrens.com/locations/pediatrician-offices/  or call 502-629-KIDS, option 3.

Most contractors don't have a recruiting problem. They have a recruiting system problem. In this episode of Service Business Mastery, Tersh Blissett and Joshua Crouch sit down with Paul Sanneman, founder of Contractor Staffing Source, to discuss how top home service companies are using systems, assessments, and AI-powered recruiting tools to consistently find better employees. After helping more than 2,000 contractors and recruiting over 2,500 successful hires, Paul shares the biggest recruiting mistakes contractors make and why most hiring challenges are self-inflicted. The conversation dives into the mindset shifts required to build a winning team, the importance of recruiting year-round, and how technology can help contractors identify better candidates before they ever schedule an interview. If you're struggling to attract, evaluate, or retain quality employees, this episode provides a practical framework for building a repeatable recruiting machine. What You Will Learn in This Episode • Why recruiting should never stop • The biggest hiring mistakes contractors make • How applicant tracking systems streamline recruiting • Why speed-to-lead matters for hiring • How assessments reduce bad hires • Why personality and integrity are often more important than experience • The benefits of hiring outside the construction industry • How AI can improve recruiting processes • Why hiring slow and firing fast protects your culture • The true cost of keeping B players on your team • How recruiting impacts long-term business growth • Why private equity companies are winning the hiring game Timestamps  00:00 Job applicant assessment process 05:03 Challenges in hiring decisions 07:21 Comparing coordinators to wedding planners 11:35 Using content to attract talent 13:38 Promoting job openings effectively 18:14 Asking ethical interview questions 21:54 Using call tracking for marketing 25:26 Managing job application process 28:44 Keeping a team member too long 29:39 Avoiding painful firing decisions 34:46 Importance of business skills Follow the Host and Guest Tersh Blissett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tershblissett/ Joshua Crouch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-crouch/ Paul Sanneman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-sanneman   Connect with Us • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/service-business-mastery • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@servicebusinessmasterypodcast • Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/servicebusinessmasterypodcast • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/servicebusinessmasterypodcast This episode is kindly powered by: UpFrog: upfrog.com  MarketStorm is an AI-powered advertising platform. Results vary by market, budget, and campaign configuration: https://marketstorm.ai/  Get Your 14-Day Free Trial with CallRail!: https://www.callrail.com/sbmpod CompanyCam: https://companycam.com/  Breezy: Capture 25-30% more clients with Breezy AI Agents. Use code 'SBM' to book a demo and get $500 on us: https://getbreezyapp.com/schedule-demo PhoneTAP: Your calls hold the key to growing your business. PhoneTAP gives you instant AI analysis, real customer lifetime value, and tools to coach your team. Learn more: phonetap.ai/demo 

“We only promote from within” sounds like a values-driven promise, but what happens when that promise puts the wrong person in a critical seat? John Broer and Karen Shulman dig into the uncomfortable reality: internal promotions can fail, sometimes spectacularly, when organizations rely on seniority, loyalty, or gut feel instead of clear evidence of job fit.Head, Heart, and BriefcaseThe Individual Contributor PathwayHERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never miss a good opportunity to learn from a bad boss...Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.  We use The Predictive Index as our analytics platform so you know it's validated and reliable.  Your Reference Profile informs you of your needs, behaviors, and the nuances of what we call your Behavioral DNA.  It also explains your work style, your strengths, and even the common traps in which you may find yourself.  It's a great tool to share with friends, family, and co-workers.Follow us on Instagram HERE and make sure to share with your network!Follow us on X HERE and make sure to share with your network!Provide your feedback HERE, please!  We love to hear from our listeners and welcome your thoughts and ideas about how to improve the podcast and even suggest topics and ideas for future episodes.Visit us at www.realgoodventures.com.  We are a Talent Optimization consultancy specializing in people and business execution analytics.  Real Good Ventures was founded by Sara Best and John Broer who are both Certified Talent Optimization Consultants with over 50 years of combined consulting and organizational performance experience.  Sara is also certified in EQi 2.0.  RGV is also a Certified Partner of Line-of-Sight, a powerful organizational health and execution platform.  RGV is known for its work in leadership development, executive coaching, and what we call organizational rebuild where we bring all our tools together to diagnose an organization's present state and how to grow toward a stronger future state. Send us Fan Mail

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Georgian wines have been around...well, I suppose over 6000 years. In fact, it is a disputed fact between the Armenians and the Georgians as to which country made wine first. The best analysis I can come up with is that 6100 years ago, when what is now called Areni 1 Cave located in Armenia was established, there was no Georgia and there was no Armenia, but regardless, the disageement lives on. Georgian wines have been in the US since I can remember. At least since the '80's. And back then they carried a pecular, indigenous character; earthy, ozidized and cloudy. That has all changed but the history. A politician turned wine guy is trying to change the perception of Georgian wine...Melory Tsipouria. Listen to him tell his story. When I first sat down with Mallory Zippor, I realized he wasn't just a guest—he was a force of nature. Imagine a man who's fought for his country's democracy, worked in Congress, and now deploys that same relentless spirit to put Georgian wine on the American map. Mallory Zippor doesn't just sell wine; he crafts a movement—one handshake, one tasting, one story at a time. You'll hear him lay out his vision with the same confidence he used to take four congressional delegations to Georgia, making it clear that introducing 8,000 years of winemaking tradition in a land where most people haven't even heard of his homeland is not for the faint of heart. This isn't your average wine conversation. It's a blueprint for making the future, not waiting for it. Over the course of our conversation, I watched as Mallory Zippor demystified not only the process of importing and advocating for a little-known wine region, but the uniquely personal approaches that set him apart. He's rocked 300 in-store tastings in just eight months, recruited family and friends into his passionate crew, and outmaneuvered corporate gatekeepers at every turn. He has a knack for turning an ignorant "I didn't even know Georgia was a country!" into genuine curiosity, using everything from ancient clay amphorae to vivid bottle artwork, all while keeping his wines affordable and intensely personal. As Mallory Zippor tells it, with every taste poured, a new ambassador is born—a theory he's putting to the test every single day. If you join me for this episode, here's what you'll discover, one clay pot at a time:

In this episode, Josh interviews Nathan Hirsch, CEO of Ecom Balance and Outsource School, about hiring overseas talent, especially for senior management roles. Nathan shares strategies for promoting from within, the pros and cons of direct hiring, agencies, and marketplaces, and key legal and tax considerations. He outlines Outsource School's step-by-step hiring and training process, emphasizing the importance of leadership potential and strong financial management. The episode concludes with actionable tips for team building and scaling, plus resources for listeners interested in effective online hiring.Chapters:Introduction to Nathan Hirsch (00:00:00)Host introduces Nathan Hirsch, his entrepreneurial background, and current ventures.Challenges of Hiring Senior Management Overseas (00:00:49)Nathan discusses the difficulties and risks of hiring senior/managerial staff from overseas.Promoting from Within & Key First Hires (00:01:11)Nathan explains the importance of promoting internally and hiring initial team members with leadership potential.Examples of Internal Promotions (00:02:09)Nathan shares real examples of promoting team members to management roles in his companies.Coaching and Poaching Management Staff (00:04:09)Nathan addresses whether he has experience poaching or coaching management-level staff from other companies.Transitioning Part-Time to Full-Time Hires (00:04:53)Nathan describes negotiating with part-time hires to become full-time and exclusive.Legal & Tax Considerations for Overseas Hiring (00:05:02)Discussion on legal and tax implications of hiring overseas contractors and the importance of consulting a CPA.Hiring Methods: Direct, Marketplace, Agency (00:06:26)Nathan outlines the pros and cons of hiring direct, via marketplace, or through an agency.Risk Management When Hiring Direct (00:07:41)Tips for reducing risk when hiring direct, such as collecting identification and emergency contacts.High-Level Hiring Process Overview (00:08:47)Nathan provides a step-by-step overview of the hiring process taught at Outsource School.Training, Onboarding, and Problem Solving (00:10:25)Details on training, onboarding, and handling issues with new hires.Outsource School Resources & Offer (00:11:31)Nathan plugs Outsource School and its resources for business owners.Three Actionable Takeaways Recap (00:12:16)Host summarizes three key actionable takeaways from the episode for listeners.Where to Find Nathan Hirsch (00:15:08)Nathan shares where listeners can connect with him and learn more.Links and Mentions:Tools and Websites"Free Up": "00:01:11""Podcast Outreach Formula": "00:09:35""Outsource School": "00:11:31""VA Calculator": "00:11:31"Additional Resources"Hiring Packet": "00:11:31""Case Study": "00:11:31"Social Media"Nathan Hirsch" on LinkedIn: "00:15:15"Transcript:Josh 00:00:00  Today, I'm super excited to introduce you to Nathan Hirsh. Nathan is a lifelong entrepreneur and currently the CEO of Ecom Balance and Outsource School. Nathan is best known for co-founding Free Up Net in 2015 with an initial $5,000 investment, then scaling it to $12 million in yearly revenue and then having it acquired in 2019. Today, he leads Ecom Balance, an online bookkeeping service for e-commerce and digital businesses, and Outsource School, a membership teaching business owners how to hire effectively online. Nathan has appeared on over 400 podcasts and is a social media personality. Him and his wife live in Denver, Colorado with their two dogs where they are foster parents. So welcome to the show, Nathan.Nathan 00:00:47  Josh, thanks so much for having me. Excited to be here.Josh 00:00:49  What's your experience with hiring, like senior management level staff? do you have any advice or recommendations as to how do you go find like a C level or director level position overseas.Nathan 00:01:05  It's tough. It is by far one of the hardest things to do. So this is kind of how I look at it.Nathan 00:01:11  You can hire managers and senior people to come in. There's a lot of things working against you. Not only do you have to find someone with the right skill and the right managerial experience, but it's also a very tough thing to test for. But you also have to find someone that instantly fits in with your team and that your team will respect. So if I already have five VA's and I'm bringing in Bob to manage these five Vas, I need to know that those five Vas are going to like Bob, trust Bob, and that Bob's going to be able to handle it, and it takes a little bit of time to actually figure that out. So you could go a month or two before actually knowing if someone's a good manager. My strong preference, and this is what we've really been able to do at all our companies, is to always promote from within for managerial roles. And it also makes it so that your first hires at any company are unbelievably key. If you're making your first four hires of your company, you want to hire people that have management experience, that have leadership experience that wants it, that a lot of people don't want to be leaders, don't want to be managers.Nathan 00:02:09  So these are conversations you want to have with your initial hires. You don't want to just hire the data entry VA. You want to hire someone who's maybe overqualified for that initial role and let them know if they prove themselves. You're going to be looking for a leadership role in the future, and we did a great job with that. At Free Up, we had chicken, who was on our Amazon team, who we promoted from within there, and she became head of recruitment. We hired a bookkeeper and then made him the head of bookkeeping. Marius, like I said. And then we had two people, Jane and Layton, who started off just doing like customer emails and then eventually became the two heads of customer service. We needed two of them because we had 24 over seven customer service, but that's kind of how we've always done it. And with econ balance, the initial bookkeepers we hired, we made sure they had leadership and management experience. And they're now the senior bookkeepers and the team leaders of econ now.Nathan 00:02:59  And so it's always easier to promote from within. It's less risky. It's usually cheaper leads to less issues. There are situations where you're not able to do that, but my personal preference is to always promote from within.Josh 00:03:12  That makes a lot of sense. And I would echo 100% what you said there in terms of those key, those initial hires are key hires. Same thing. Even when we've hired a customer service role for our business, or an Amazon assistant or an Amazon specialist or supply chain specialist, it's not just to do the the data entry or the current tasks that we have assigned to them. Each one of them, I have wanted to see that they have management level talent with inside them, that they've had that experience managing other people. They've been promoted consistently in the past in the hopes that you're going to fill this role and then be able to fill even more roles in the future. So I think that's super important. Nathan, is there any experience that you have then with coaching at all, like management level staff.Nathan 00:04:09  no, I don't think I've ever poached like that. I'm trying to think there have been situations whe...

402-521-3080In this episode, Stephanie Olson discusses her new book 'Talk Early, Talk Often,' focusing on how families can navigate conversations about human trafficking, online safety, and digital media. They share insights on parenting in the digital age, resources for caregivers, and future projects to support safe and open communication with children.Key TopicsThe importance of ongoing family conversations about safetyResources and tools for parents and caregiversThe impact of social media and technology on childrenChapters00:00 Introduction to the Book: Talk Early, Talk Often01:13 Exploring the Content and Purpose of the Book05:14 Personal Reflections on Parenting and Technology09:28 The Impact of Technology on Parenting11:04 The Parent Quick Guide13:55 Future Book Ideas16:37 Navigating Difficult Conversations19:04 Promoting the New Book20:39 R&R Outro.mp420:45 YouTube End Card.pngSupport the showEveryone has resilience, but what does that mean, and how do we use it in life and leadership? Join Stephanie Olson, an expert in resiliency and trauma, every week as she talks to other experts living lives of resilience. Stephanie also shares her own stories of addictions, disordered eating, domestic and sexual violence, abandonment, and trauma, and shares the everyday struggles and joys of everyday life. As a wife, mom, and CEO she gives commentaries and, sometimes, a few rants to shed light on what makes a person resilient. So, if you have experienced adversity in life in any way and want to learn how to better lead your family, your workplace, and, well, your life, this podcast is for you!https://setmefreeproject.nethttps://www.stephanieolson.com/

Today we're unpacking a different approach to getting people into small groups - backed by national data so you can see where your church stands. We'll also walk through a simple exercise to identify who isn't joining and why.   ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 1:38 - THE BENCHMARK (Know Your Number) 6:45 - THE PHILOSOPHY (Groups as the Ultimate Value) 9:26 - THE PERSONAS (Know Who You're Talking To) 14:12 - THE GROUP TYPES (Broaden the Definition) 20:08 - THE CAMPAIGNS (Sprint vs. Sprinkle)   THE 167 NEWSLETTER

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1. AOC Misunderstanding or misrepresenting American history Promoting socialist/communist ideology Opposing wealth creation and free-market capitalism 2. The American Revolution AOC’s claim: The Revolution was against wealth concentration and powerful elites Counterargument in the text: The Revolution was about freedom from government power (King George), not wealth inequality Wealthy individuals (e.g., Robert Morris, George Washington) actually funded the Revolution 3. Wealth and Billionaires AOC’s position (as described): Billion-dollar wealth is “unearned” Counterargument: Wealth can be earned through innovation and value creation Examples used: John D. Rockefeller (oil industry) Henry Ford (assembly line, middle class growth) Elon Musk (technology, space, EVs) 4. Critique of Socialism/Communism Communism historically leads to: Economic failure Human rights abuses Authoritarian control Examples cited: Soviet Union, China, Cuba, North Korea Key idea: Centralized government power = loss of freedom and prosperity 5. Race, Democracy, and U.S. History AOC’s statements: Black Americans “created democracy” Counterargument: U.S. democracy originated from: Declaration of Independence Constitution The U.S. has improved over time (e.g., civil rights movement) Slavery is described as a “moral wrong” 6. Immigration and Government Power AOC warns: Immigration enforcement systems could expand and threaten broader populations Counterargument: Immigration enforcement is framed as law and order The concern about government abuse is dismissed as fearmongering Argument reversal: Leftist governments historically used detention systems more aggressively 7. Use of Historical Comparisons Historical examples to support arguments Comparisons to: Nazi Germany Soviet gulags Japanese internment camps (under FDR) To argue that authoritarianism is tied to left-wing systems Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1. Large-Scale Medicaid Fraud There is widespread fraud in Medicaid-funded home healthcare programs, particularly in Ohio. Companies bill the government for non-verifiable services (e.g., “companionship” or family care). Some businesses are shell companies or share addresses. Individuals may be paid to care for relatives, with limited oversight. This represents systemic misuse of taxpayer funds, potentially occurring nationwide. 2. Expansion of Fraud Narrative Similar fraud patterns exist in multiple states (e.g., Minnesota, California, New York). Fraud spans multiple industries (home healthcare, childcare, trucking). This is a national pattern rather than isolated incidents. 3. Government Oversight Criticism Federal and state oversight is inadequate. Medicaid systems are described as difficult to monitor because services occur in private homes. Authorities and regulators are portrayed as failing to detect or stop abuse. 4. Media Criticism Mainstream media outlets (e.g., CNN, New York Times): They ignore or underreport fraud stories. Independent or partisan outlets are portrayed as doing the investigative work instead. This reinforces institutional neglect or bias. Specific communities (Somali immigrants). Immigration and demographic changes. 5. Tucker Carlson Accuses him of: Making extreme claims (e.g., about Trump) Denying previous statements Promoting controversial or fringe viewpoints Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.