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The Horror Short Film Director Roundtable is one of the most important things that we did at the Portland Horror Film Festival. It provided an elevated platform for horror short filmmakers. Oftentimes, this is ground zero for original horror ideas. Unless you are a Hollywood nepo-director, short film creation is where you learn your chops. I wanted to give these creatives an opportunity to share their experiences in making movies, both good and bad, so that we can all learn a little more about the craft. Life as a short filmmaker can be an experience in the shadows. Your films are rarely seen outside of film festivals, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. This is where most creative minds hone their crafts. Take a simple concept and do it well. Do you have something scary or funny to tell? Is there an idea that has been lurking in the back of your brain that you have to give life to? A short film will give you the opportunity to learn production, editing, budgeting, and team management. It also places you in a community of people who are open to sharing their work with one another. That’s where the round table fits in. After our discussion, I told the group that, even though I wanted this discussion to be a forum for them to share their wins and losses with each other, I selfishly set up this talk so I could learn more about horror moviemaking. Nine years in on being a small horror press journalist, and I still feel like I am only scratching the surface about what a director has to do. Just how do you do it? These discussions give me more talking points and access to better questions to ask. The Portland Horror Film Festival is one of the best curated horror film festivals in the country. Not only do Gwen and Brian Callahan select some of the best horror short films for their festivals, but they also provide opportunities for short film alumni to showcase their feature films. One of the questions I asked in our roundtable discussion was, “How many of you are looking to be feature film directors?” All of them raised their hands (with the exception of Patrick Hogan, who has already directed a feature film). For these directors, here is some encouraging data. This year alone had FIVE directors who previously presented short films at either PHFF or the H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival and later had their feature films shown at these festivals. Here are the PHFF Alumni filmmakers who presented a short film and then a feature: Anthony Cousins: Short Films – “The Bloody Ballad of Squirt Reynolds” and “Every Time We Meet for Ice Cream Your Whole Fucking Face Explodes” to Feature Films – Frogman (2023) and Frogman Returns (2026) Jeff Ferrell: Short Film – “Morella” to Feature Film – The Demonatrix (2026) Levi Buchannan: Short Film – “We Said Forever” to Feature Film Sitra Achra (2026) Krsy Fox: Short Film – “What the Spell” to Feature Film – Big Baby (2026) Masaki Nishiyama: Short Film “Smahorror” to Feature Film “The Invisible Half” (2026) Zack Ogle: Short Film “We Got a Monkey’s Paw” to Feature Film – It Needs Eyes (2025) Craig Ouellette: “Str$p” to Feature Film – Straight on Til Morning (2025) Andrew Bowser: Short Film – “Little Willy” to Feature Film – Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Evil (2022) Izzy Lee: “My Monster”, “Dark Signals”, “Rehomed” to Feature Film – House of Ashes (2024) Kenichi Ugana: Short Film – “Visitors” to Feature Film – Love Will Tear Us Apart (2023) Alice Maio Mackay: Short Film – “The Serpent’s Skin” to Feature Film T-Blockers (2023) Matthew John Lawrence: Short Film “Larry Gone Demon” to Feature Film – Uncle Peckerhead (2020) Justin Harding: Short Film “Kookie” to Feature Film – Making Monsters (2019) The PHFF Horror Short Film Director Roundtable Recording: Here is the roundtable discussion. It’s all about the lessons learned. The good, the bad, and the ridiculous. My past experience doing these round tables sometimes put the filmmakers on the spot, and I didn’t want this to be a “stump the directors” exercise. I prepared them with the following questions: Apart from financing, what was the biggest challenge in making your movie? What was the most interesting thing you learned while making this film? How many of you are filmmakers as a second career? What remains a mystery to you as a filmmaker that you think might be answered by one of your peers in this discussion? What piece of advice do you have for your fellow directors? This group really got into the discussion, and had the festival not started up, we could have gone on for quite a while longer. I had a great time, and I believe they did as well. The Horror Short Film Director Roundtable Films: Blindsided Directed by P. Patrick HoganStarring Crystal LoverroPortland Horror Film Festival: Winner of the Devil’s Discord (Best Sound Design) A blind schoolteacher struggles to survive through a nightmarish night when an alien spaceship crashes and unleashes a monstrous predator. This unique horror short film features an all-low-vision cast and places the audience in the POV of a blind protagonist who is only able to hear what happens around her. Director Statements: “Blindsided is a riveting short horror film that takes a unique narrative approach, providing audiences with an immersive glimpse into the harrowing experience of Maria, a blind woman confronting the most terrifying ordeal of her life. The horror remains unseen, both to her and the audience, heightening the suspense and reminding us that sometimes, the most terrifying things are the ones we don’t see coming… This is an innovative short film that ventures into uncharted territory within the horror genre. The narrative unfolds in a tranquil neighborhood, abruptly disrupted by a crashing alien spacecraft and the horrifying monster it unleashes into the night. However, what sets this film apart is the unique perspective from which the story is told – the POV of Maria, a blind schoolteacher living alone. Maria’s desperate struggle to evade the otherworldly predator, guided solely by what she hears, will provide an experience unlike any other horror short. Additionally, to promote diversity and inclusivity, in conjunction with our Disability Authenticity Consultant Vanni Le and Casting Director Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick, all the characters in the film are played by low-vision actors, placing the spotlight on the often-overlooked talent within the low-vision community. We are very proud of Blindsided and look forward to enjoying it in theaters with an audience who doesn’t know what they are about to experience.” Scullion Written and Directed by Trevor GracianoStarring: Whitney Garner as “Samantha”, Cody Parr as “Greg”, and Jim Close as “The Maid” A playful couple test their household chore habits and unknowingly summon a vengeful presence. Director Statements: “We all carry habits inherited from our parents into adulthood. I grew up in a religious household where some of those habits were helpful, but many were not—and they've lingered in ways I don't welcome. Some habits fade with time, while others remain, quietly shaping us in the background. This film explores the struggle to break free from those ingrained patterns, and the imaginative consequences of what happens when they refuse to let go. *It's really just about how to load the communal dishwasher correctly.” Worst Thing You’ve Ever Done Directed by PJ GermainWritten by Autumn Palen and PJ GermainStarring: Brady Gentry, Benjamin Nowak, Bix Krieger, Charlie N. Townsend, Cailyn Rice, Ethan Ahn, Emma Smith Watts, and Erin Rae Kykendall HIGH SCHOOL REALLY SUCKS… and no one knows that better than best friends Aaron and Keith. So when they set out to crash the last graduation party of the summer, emotions fly high, and the culture clash of teenagers finds them playing a simple game that has dire consequences. Director’s Statement: “Before he passed, screenwriter Gil Dennis told me during my time at AFI, “Write what hurts.” That idea has stayed with me; it's the compass I use when choosing the stories I want to tell. When I first read Autumn Palen's original draft of Worst Thing You've Ever Done, it hurt. It transported me back to moments in my own adolescence; memories filled with shame, ridicule, and isolation. But what floored me was its third-act twist. It was something I'd never felt so viscerally in a short script. I knew I had to direct it. What began as a contained character piece evolved into something more personal. I rewrote the script to reflect my own lived experiences, with every character, every event drawn from real moments that left a mark. I wanted to take a character that I felt so intertwined with, and make him someone that the audience would really relate to before reaching the moment where everything changes; the blood-drenched punchline to the twisted joke these high school kids played on each other. I set it during the 90’s, as it was a period of transition for me as an 80’s kid, being on the cusp of the old and new world. I needed the film to be an exploration of adolescent loneliness which dealt with the complexity of the friendships and social hierarchies that often defined who we were at that fragile age. We weren’t quite kids anymore, but we weren’t adults yet either, so how did we approach the consequences of reckless behavior? My team and I knew that casting would make or break the film. To capture that truth, casting was everything. I reviewed over 6,000 submissions, narrowing it down to a callback of who I thought could embody the characters. I needed authenticity, so at that callback, I ditched the script and asked actors, in character, to describe moments like first dates or getting asked to prom. It revealed who leaped from the page and became real. A week before we were to start shooting, my original cinematographer had to back out due to a conflict with the TV series he was currently shooting, and months of planning began to crumble. In the days leading up to whether or not we were going to cancel the project entirely, my long-time collaborator and cinematographer Jeff Billings took on the task. We shot the film over 3 tireless days, and as any director knows, you plan as much as you can; however, the plan eventually goes out the window. So I played a game of pivoting and being malleable myself in order to get what we needed to tell the story. The film is a testament to all the parts working together for a singular goal, and my hope is that when that first music cue drops, the audience is strapped in and ready to ride the roller coaster to that final frame.” https://vimeo.com/1071562836/377ba7d361?fl=pl&fe=cm Cat and Mouse Written and Directed by Brady CatesStarring: Halima Kamara as “Michelle”, Collan Simmons as “Felix, and Ron LaprechtEdited by Luke Oleen Junk, and Hayley Frederick Michelle is caught in a killer’s sadistic and carefully orchestrated game. With danger closing in at every turn, Michelle must outwit and outlast her relentless pursuer. But as the night goes on, unsettling clues reveal that all may not be what it seems. This time, it's the mouse's turn to catch the cat. My Severed Arm Written and Directed by Casey de FremeryStarring: Olivia Rose Prince as “Sidney”, Ryan Romine as “Mason”, and Julia Linger as “Commercial Model”Portland Horror Film Festival: Funny Bone Award for Exceptional Horror Comedy A woman tries to escape a serial killer using DIY videos, but the internet won't stop trying to sell her things first. Director’s Statement: “My Severed Arm is a horror-comedy about a “final girl” who, after fleeing into a cabin in the woods, discovers that her greatest threat isn't the machete-wielding slasher outside—it's the barrage of unskippable ads and paywalls blocking her access to life-saving information. Trapped, bleeding, and desperate to repair the tools around her, she turns to YouTube—but instead of help, she's ambushed by holographic tutorials and polished commercial spokespeople invading the cabin like digital ghosts. The film began with a thought I couldn't shake: what if you had to listen to ads when calling 911? It was a joke at first, but one that felt eerily plausible five minutes into the future. I've learned so many practical things through platforms like YouTube, but over time, that access has been buried beneath monetization schemes, misinformation, and endless self-promotional detours. This story is my response to that frustration—exaggerated into a literal life-or-death scenario. Stylistically, I wanted to evoke the stark, grim energy of Evil Dead or Cabin in the Woods, but undercut it with the absurdity of consumer culture leaking into every moment. That blend of horror and comedy, physical space and digital intrusion, is what drives the tone. At its core, My Severed Arm is about survival—both in the horror-movie and digital sense. It's about what happens when urgency meets algorithm, when access to knowledge is shaped by incentive structures that don't care if you bleed out. The film asks: what good is information if it's hidden behind paywalls, pop-ups, and promo codes? But more than anything, I want the audience to laugh, cringe, and feel that creeping recognition that this isn't the future – it's the now.” Into The Stand Directed by Mackenzie Hamilton and Taylor FuchsWritten by Mackenzie HamiltonStarring: Sarah Rich as “Quinn”, Ariana Raygoza as “Rosa”, and Nick Dietrich Tree planters Quinn and Rosa return to camp for another summer in the wilderness. Rosa is newly sober, and Quinn is quietly anxious about how she'll handle the camp's hard-partying culture. At the welcome-back party, Rosa is tempted to drink, prompting Quinn to intervene. Shaken, Rosa heads into the forest to clear her head, but doesn't come back. When Quinn goes after her, she's met with eerie signs: strange noises, a mangled deer, and an odd light deep in the woods. As the forest closes in, Quinn questions if there is something else out there. Director’s Statement: The woods have always haunted me. Growing up in rural Vancouver Island, I would often cut through forest trails to reach friends’ houses. When it was night, we would meet in the middle of the trail to keep each other safe. Thankfully, we always found each other, but I frequently wondered what if we didn't? What if something else was out there, waiting in the darkness of the woods? Into the Stand is inspired by the many times I scared myself on those trails, letting my imagination run wild. Now that I'm older, my fears are centered around more tangible things, like navigating how to let go of people you love when you can't control what they're going through. This story is deeply informed by themes of sobriety, codependency, and how the urge to help someone can sometimes lead you somewhere dark. Ultimately, Into the Stand is a fun horror made in the community I grew up in with friends who helped bring it to life. My husband and I co-directed this short film, transforming the woods on my parents' farm into a tree-planting camp, and had a blast turning a familiar place into something eerie and cinematic. It's a scary film that is personal and full of heart, and I'm overjoyed to be telling stories in the places that shaped me. –Mackenzie Hamilton and Taylor Fuchs Nurture Written and Directed by Nick SnyderProduced by Sam SnyderStarring: Travis Bilenski as “Ren, and Kailey Rhodes as “Rose”Portland Horror Film Festival: Winner – Goule D’or Best Short On a remote Oregon farm, a couple grieving from a miscarriage finds hope in a mysterious flower. But as it heals her, the flower takes root in him. Nurture is a dialogue-free folk-horror fable about love, grief, and the consequences of taking too much from nature. Director’s Statement: NURTURE marks my return to narrative filmmaking after years of honing my craft in visual effects, motion design, and commercial work. Inspired by the Pacific Northwest and the quiet mythology of its forests, this dialogue-free folk horror short explores grief through the lens of a nature curse. Where grief deepens love and a curse demands sacrifice, NURTURE examines the dangerous hope that something broken can be restored without cost. Other Notable Horror Shorts from the Festival: There were 48 short films shown at the Festival, selected from over 500 submissions. Here are a few notable and favorite films that were also showing at the festival. Famous Directed by Rosita Lama MuvdiWritten by Jordan MonaghanStarring Jordan Monaghan “A young woman desperate for social media fame exploits her father's death to go viral. But the volatile world of internet stardom pushes her to the edge.” Punchy and poignant. Famous taps into the darkest desires of influencers desperate to get likes. Just how far will you go for a few more “likes and subscribes”? Jordan Monaghan chases likes the wrong way in “Famous” (2026) Favela Amarela (Brazil) Written and Directed by Nicolas Lobato and Tiago TuchuStarring Richard Abelha, Giselle Batista, and Sai “A student from the favelas of Rio de Janeiro joins the local drug militia to pay for college and uncovers an NGO linked to powerful politicians that hides dark rituals devoted to the King in Yellow.” I won’t be surprised if this stunning short film also plays at the H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival. It is saturated in Brazilian culture, mixed with a heavy application of Cosmic Horror. Favela Amarela (2026) Wall Udder Written and Directed by Alexandra HaydenStarring Kevin Grady, Sawyer Fuller, and Bries Vannon “A dissatisfied woman confronts repressed feelings of malaise after her partner comes home smelling like milk.” Hysterically gag-inducingly funny! There is a double-punchline gag that brought the house down. Part of the Shorts Gone Wild block at PHFF, where the festival screens the zaniest submitted shorts. This did not disappoint. Ewwww! Who wants some milk? “Wall Udder” (2026) Tooth-Hurty! Directed by Jude MadonnaWritten by Katie SmallStarring Katie Small, Jude Madonna, Brook Hogan, and Tommy HardenPortland Horror Film Festival Winner: Abby Normal Award: For the exceptionally weird and disturbing “Lucy is a people-pleasing writer-photographer whose dream of being an artist remains just out of reach. A comment from her boyfriend about her teeth triggers Lucy to make an appointment for a dental checkup for the first time in years with the mysterious yet heavily advertised Big Smiles Dentistry.” Super clever! There should be more horror movies about trips to the dentist. This made my toes curl and had me in stitches, as well. Say Ahhh! Katie Small in “Tooth-Hurty!” (2026) CHÄIR Directed by Chris McInroyWritten by Chris McInroy and Carlos La RottaStarring Carlos LaRotta, Kim Lowery, and Chloe McInroy “Carl just wanted to sit down. The chair had other plans.” I am always a fan of Chris McInroy. He and Carlos do a crazy short film every year. I am in awe of how these guys make deadpan, silly, and super-gory original content. It won’t be long before they release a greatest-hits compilation, and I will be in line to buy it. This spoof on Ikea furniture assembly is a tribute to all of us who have struggled to assemble the Scandinavian furniture at home. Carlos LaRotta contemplates his struggles putting a chair together in “CHÄIR” (2026) The Bones Exist Directed by Kelsey Bollig and Matthew DuVallWritten by Matthew DuVallStarring: Alex Pena as “Manny”, Siya Maleki as “Diego”, Jack Campbell as “Don Rob”, Michael Manzako as “The Boy”, and Alex Bankler as the Utah Raptor.Portland Horror Film Festival Winner: Tompe L’oiel Award for Best Special Effects In the unforgiving wilderness of 1850s Alta California, a dwindling group of gold prospectors encounters a feral boy who forces the men to confront the horrors lurking in the woods and the sins of their past. This combines two of my favorite genres: Dinosaurs and Westerns. Perhaps not done since The Valley of Gwanji, The Bones Exists shows plenty of raptors hunting cowboys and does so convincingly. Bonus points for showing the most current understanding of raptors as feathered dinos. Munch Munch! “The Bones Exist” (2026) Flush (France) Written and Directed by Raphaël TreinerStarring Eléonore Gurrey as “Marianne” and Christophe Ntakabenura as “Ben” Abominable plumbing and violent deaths. MARIANNE, extremely pregnant, and BEN, a plumber and one-night stand, team up to survive an epic night and face the monsters of a building beset by an unknown evil. I am a sucker for the Trapped in a Bathroom trope, even going so far as to host a Crypticon horror panel on the topic. This film goes to the top (plumbing) shelf. This is Cosmic horror that brings all the icky, goopy, nasty elements you might expect from this theme is on full display. To think that an effective little romance element managed to sneak into the plot, and you have something unusually effective. I love it when the French go weird. Eléonore Gurrey and Christophe Ntakabenura are unlikely allies in “Flush” (2026)

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Our Summer in the Cities tour rolls into Detroit, where factory smoke hangs over freeways, muscle cars idle outside strip‑mall studios, and the music feels as combustible as the city's history. Don and Dude drop the needle on two albums that channel Detroit's battle‑rap ferocity, auto‑plant grind, and dive‑bar chaos into raw, world‑shaking sound.The AlbumsEminem – The Marshall Mathers LP (2000)Eminem turns his Detroit battle‑rap roots into a major‑label pressure cooker, a dense, confrontational set about fame, family, and the fallout of turning dark humor into pop spectacle. Short skits, horror‑movie beats, and shifting personas blur the line between Marshall, Eminem, and Slim Shady, as he wrestles with celebrity, censorship, and his own worst impulses in rooms that feel as cramped and tense as a late‑night studio booth off 8 Mile.The Stooges – Raw Power (1973)Raw Power captures the Stooges as Detroit street‑corner nihilism collides with glam‑era flash, all squalling guitars, blown‑out mixes, and Iggy Pop yowling like a man trying to tear down the stage with his bare hands. Produced in London but rooted in Midwestern decay, the record plays like a barely controlled club gig where riffs, feedback, and self‑destruction fuse into the blueprint for punk, grunge, and every noisy band that ever tried to sound as dangerous as a burned‑out block at 3 a.m.Diggin' AlbumsJohnny Blue Skies & The Dark Clouds – Mutiny After Midnight (2026)Groove‑centered, genre‑blurring rock from Sturgill Simpson's alter‑ego project, fusing country, funk, disco, and psychedelic textures into a loose late‑night concept about tension, release, and bodies in motion under flickering bar‑room lights.Green Day – Dookie (1994)Punchy, hyper‑melodic pop‑punk where slacker anxiety, boredom, and relationship drama collide with chain‑smoked hooks and fast‑paced riffs, turning East Bay misfit energy into a generation‑defining alt‑rock sugar rush.Midland – Stages (2026)Modern honky‑tonk from a Texas trio steeped in 70s bar‑room twang, trading in steel‑guitar shimmer, road‑worn harmonies, and bittersweet odes to small‑town bars, busted romances, and long nights chasing neon‑lit memories.Interpol – This Mirror Weighs a Ton (2026)Moody, late‑period New York indie rock where interlocking guitars, woodwinds, and layered harmonies float through shadowy, skyscraper‑lit arrangements, stretching their sleek, brooding sound into more spacious, slow‑burning territory.Follow & SupportFollow the show on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and Bluesky @albumnerds, and support the podcast by subscribing, rating, reviewing, and sharing it with another music obsessive who still loves hearing whole albums front to back.“Detroit isn't just a national treasure. It IS America.” – Anthony Bourdain

Crash GMs for Ellie, Tom, & Q as they play super-powered young adults. This episode: A new team is introduced and sent to guard Dr. Professor while retrieving valuable research data. Follow this series on… Mo’s School RSS Feed: https://aaronbsmith.com/cogwheel/tag/MSFGY/feed/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogwheelgaming Mastodon: https://is.aaronbsmith.com/@cogwheel Not on Mastodon? Consider these instances: gamepad.club dice.camp mastodon.art chirp.enworld.org tabletop.vip MP3 Download: Mo’s School For Gifted Youth, Punchy Peeps Ep 01: Fetch Quest (Cypher System) Music Used: Bionic Girl by Drozerix is Public Domain and can be downloaded from http://modarchive.org Keep us ad free by supporting us on Patreon! Thanks to our current Patreon Patrons (as of this upload…): Ellie, Liv Dromen, Paul, ShanShen, Walter, & Patron Emeritus Cindy!

House music started somewhere. It started here. NAW-T-BOY takes one of the most important records ever pressed - "If You Only Knew" by Chip E., cut at Chicago Trax in 1985 - and guides it into full Yacht House territory for Summer 2026. Punchy house kicks. Filtered disco loops. Rolling bassline. And that vocal from Kevin Irving? Still soul-stirring after 40 years. Still built for the dancefloor. This is Yacht House - where the roots of house music meet the rooftop, and the vibe never dies. Vocals: Kevin Irving | Original by Chip E. NTB Records | Out Now on All Streaming Platforms #NawTBoy #ChipE #IfYouOnlyKnew #YachtHouse #ChicagoHouse #HouseMusic #Summer2026 #NTBRecords #ClassicHouse #ChicagoDJ

Houston, we have a vibe. NAW-T-BOY takes Hardwell's 2012 massive trance anthem "Apollo" - featuring the soaring vocals of Amba Shepherd - and guides it into smoother airspace for Summer 2026. Punchy house kicks. Filtered disco loops. Rolling bassline. And that chorus? Still launches you straight into orbit. Just with a cocktail in your hand this time. This is Yacht House - where the big room feeling meets the rooftop, and the vibe never dies.

Welcome children to our glorious new Eden, where composite entities of all kinds are free to roam and enjoy all the extremely niche experiences available to them! This weirdness is all part of my divine plan, the purpose for which I crafted this entire cosmos! Come and bask in the intelligence of my design and don't think too hard about the weirdness! Punchy shrimp!!! Children of Strife: https://www.amazon.com/Children-Strife-Time-Book-ebook/dp/B0FGXCCH3F Support us at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/0G Join our Facebook discussion group (make sure to answer the questions to join): https://www.facebook.com/groups/985828008244018/ Email us at: philosophersinspace@gmail.com If you have time, please write us a review on iTunes. It really really helps. Please and thank you! Music by Thomas Smith: https://seriouspod.com/ Sibling shows: Embrace the Void: https://voidpod.com/ Next time: Children of Strife pt. 2 and Advanced Honor Culture

A bit of poetry, a bit of education and a TON of pickles! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to the Cookbook, where you'll learn about the real recipes behind building a business! In this episode, host Iris Goldfeder sits down with Allison to explore her wild and multifaceted career journey. They discuss how Allison transitioned from working with singing 3-pound monkeys to becoming an author, developmental editor, and manuscript rescuer. The conversation also dives deeply into the realities of modern book publishing, the creepy accuracy of targeted marketing ads, and why some entrepreneurs consider themselves happily unemployable. Key Takeaways: The Unconventional Career Path: Allison successfully shifted from working with primates—specifically 3-pound monkeys that sang—to a fulfilling career in the publishing industry as a developmental editor and manuscript rescuer. Modern Book Publishing Dynamics: The publishing landscape has shifted considerably, sparking debates over the lucrative nature of Amazon and Kindle publishing versus traditional book deals, as well as the varying physical quality of printed books across different regions. Data Privacy and Targeted Ads: Smart devices and screens often track user behavior to serve hyper-targeted ads, such as Caribbean vacation promotions appearing immediately after a conversation. Additionally, informational platforms like Reddit and Nextdoor are increasingly monetizing their user bases through advertising. The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Choosing to be an entrepreneur is not for the faint of heart, and many who successfully navigate this path eventually consider themselves completely unemployable in traditional corporate settings. Guest Links & Resources: Allison's Website: AllisonLau.com Alison's Substack: https://substack.com/@allisonrlau Don't forget to like, share, subscribe, and leave a review! If you got any golden nuggets from this episode, let us know in the comments below. Chapters: 00:00:02 - Welcome to The Cookbook Podcast 00:00:54 - Meet Allison & The 3-Pound Monkeys 00:06:32 - Singing Monkeys & Animal Behavior Lessons 00:11:02 - Jackie and Shadow: The Eagles of Big Bear Valley 00:15:12 - Transitioning to Manuscript Rescue & Editing 00:23:45 - The Evolution of Bookselling & Self-Publishing 00:31:43 - Reading as a Sport & Finding Time for Books 00:34:31 - Targeted Ads, Screen Time & Data Privacy 00:39:53 - Growing a Business Using Nextdoor Ads 00:43:21 - The Office Mouse Rescue Operation 00:46:35 - The Internet Phenomenon of Punchy the Monkey 00:55:11 - Advice for Entrepreneurs: Embracing Being Unemployable 01:00:12 - Conclusion & Where to Find Allison

Séverine Bavon, autrice d'une newsletter aussi géniale que déjantée (CLDT) vient de publier Ciao les nazes, un manifeste sur les dysfonctionnements du monde du travail écrit sous forme de lettre d'adieu, avec une centaine de notes de bas de page et une verve qu'elle décrirait elle-même comme "un fond de scientiste servi par une tenancière de PMU".Je lis sa newsletter depuis un moment, et j'aime particulièrement ce qu'elle fait : des sujets sérieux, sourcés, traités avec une colère saine et beaucoup d'humour. Ce n'est pas si courant. Quand quelqu'un arrive à parler de burn-out, de méritocratie brisée et de présentéisme en te faisant rire, ça mérite qu'on s'y attarde.Dans cet épisode, nous parlons de ce qui dysfonctionne structurellement dans le monde du travail, et pourquoi la plupart des gens ont l'impression de souffrir seuls alors que les causes sont collectives. J'ai questionné Séverine sur le care en entreprise, sur la différence entre prendre soin du travail et prendre soin des collaborateurs, sur le présentéisme comme "plaie absolue", sur les managers accidentels, sur les deux grandes ruptures de contrat qui remettent en question le rapport au travail aujourd'hui. Et on a terminé sur l'IA, avec une question simple : si on gagne du temps grâce à elle, qu'est-ce qu'on en fait vraiment ?Citations marquantes"Un fond de scientiste servi par une verve de tenancière de PMU." (Séverine sur son ton, 02:39)"Le socle du sens au travail, c'est d'être en mesure de bien faire son travail, de ne pas être empêché par des process, des règles, des gens, des interruptions." (05:51)"On vit culturellement dans un bain qui nous dit que si on souffre, ça a de la valeur. Il faut briser ce lien entre souffrance et valeur du travail." (11:22)"Ce qu'on va gagner en productivité grâce à l'IA, j'ai l'impression qu'on va juste l'utiliser pour travailler plus. Le standard va monter. On sera tous armés avec nos agents, et on sera juste tenus à plus de productivité." (52:10)"Le présentéisme, c'est utiliser le temps passé au bureau comme seule mesure de l'engagement. C'est complètement contre-productif, et c'est extraordinairement excluant." (37:44)Big Ideas avec timestamps1. Les problèmes au travail sont structurels, pas individuels (00:13 / 10:47) Ce qu'on vit comme un échec personnel, une fragilité, un manque de résilience, est en réalité le résultat de structures défaillantes. La lettre de Séverine s'adresse à "Madame Monsieur", entité sans visage, parce qu'il n'y a pas de coupable unique. Ce cadrage change tout : cesser de se culpabiliser est la première étape pour comprendre et potentiellement agir.2. Le yoga n'est pas du care, c'est un pansement (05:11 / 09:15) Prendre soin des collaborateurs commence par leur donner les conditions pour bien faire leur travail, pas par des services de confort ou des journées bien-être. Le care réel, c'est un travail stratégique qui touche la sécurité psychologique, la charge de travail, le sentiment de justice. Ce n'est pas délégable aux RH, ça tient de la vision de la boîte.3. La méritocratie et la retraite : deux promesses brisées (18:15 / 20:12) Le contrat implicite du travail reposait sur deux piliers : travailler bien permet de progresser, et à terme il y a une retraite. Les deux sont fragilisés. 2 millions de travailleurs en France seraient sous le seuil de pauvreté selon Oxfam. La retraite n'est plus une carotte crédible. Sans ces deux fondations, l'équation "ce que je donne / ce que je reçois" ne tient plus.4. Le présentéisme : la grande plaie française (36:03 / 40:08) Quand le cadre n'est pas clair et que les KPI ne suffisent pas à mesurer l'engagement, on mesure le temps passé à être vu. C'est absurde, contre-productif, et profondément excluant pour tous ceux qui ont une vie hors du bureau : parents, aidants, femmes. La glorification de la charrette en est la forme la plus toxique.5. Le cadre clair comme condition de la confiance (29:17 / 35:54) Faire confiance aux collaborateurs ne veut pas dire laisser faire n'importe quoi. La confiance ne fonctionne que dans un cadre explicite : ce qui est attendu, ce qui est permis, ce qui ne l'est pas. Le "bon patron" trop tolérant qui ne pose aucune limite crée en réalité des injustices, laisse passer les abus et décourage ceux qui font bien leur travail.6. L'IA : qui bénéficiera vraiment du temps gagné ? (47:02 / 54:26) Séverine ne croit pas aux effets positifs automatiques de l'IA sur le travail. Son intuition : la nature corporate a horreur du vide, et le temps libéré par les outils sera réabsorbé dans plus de productivité, pas dans plus d'humanité. La vraie question n'est pas ce que l'IA peut faire, c'est ce que la société décidera de faire du temps qu'elle libère.Questions posées dans l'interviewQu'est-ce qui t'a donné envie d'écrire cette newsletter à l'origine ?Comment tu définirais le ton de C'est l'été et de Ciao les nazes ?Qu'est-ce qui dysfonctionne complètement dans notre manière de penser le leadership en entreprise ?Est-ce qu'il faut prendre soin des collaborateurs, ou prendre soin du travail pour prendre soin des collaborateurs ?Comment tu envisages le care au sein de l'entreprise, et pourquoi ça ne se décrète pas ?Est-ce qu'on peut s'enrichir encore en travaillant, et qu'est-ce que ça fait quand ce n'est plus le cas ?Comment créer de la sécurité psychologique sans devenir le psy de l'équipe ?Quels sont les signaux d'alerte d'une culture managériale toxique ?Comment tu envisages l'impact de l'IA sur le monde du travail ?Si tu ne pouvais changer qu'une règle dans le monde du travail, ce serait laquelle ?Références citéesÉtudes et donnéesÉtude Empreintes Humaines : 47% de salariés en détresse psychologique au travail (07:00)Oxfam : estimation de 2 millions de travailleurs pauvres en France (18:15) [à vérifier selon Séverine elle-même]Robert Walters : étude sur les "managers accidentels" (41:49)Donnée sur les 70% de Français inquiets de l'impact de l'IA sur leur emploi (47:46) [à confirmer]Concepts et références culturellesKeynes (cité "Kent" dans la transcription) : prédiction du travail à 15h/semaine avec les avancées technologiques (53:46)"Rien de pire qu'un bon patron", article de Félix et Jean de Punchy dans leur newsletter (34:14)Paradoxe de productivité de Solow (évoqué sans être nommé par Grégory, 49:44) : impossibilité de mesurer l'impact réel de l'informatique sur la productivitéConcepts mentionnésBullshit jobs (16:24)Risques psychosociaux / RPS (08:33)Sandwich employees (26:54)Semaine de 4 jours (53:58)Revenu universel de base (52:59)Présentéisme vs présence (36:03)Timestamps YouTube00:00 Introduction, Séverine Bavons et Ciao les nazes 00:46 D'où vient la newsletter C'est l'été, née de la colère contre la pub 01:57 Le ton : colère + humour, un fond de scientiste servi par une tenancière de PMU 03:33 Ce qui dysfonctionne dans le leadership : le problème des KPI uniques 04:42 Prendre soin du travail vs prendre soin des collaborateurs, et le yoga comme pansement 06:46 Le care en entreprise ne se décrète pas : c'est un travail stratégique 09:22 Ciao les nazes n'est pas un manuel pour démissionner 10:47 On n'est pas responsable de nos souffrances au travail, les causes sont structurelles 11:22 Briser le lien entre souffrance et valeur du travail 12:25 La culture française du poète maudit et l'individualisation du travail 14:25 Humour + fond sérieux : pourquoi le rire est une arme légitime 16:24 Le ridicule du jargon d'entreprise et les euphémismes qui cachent la dureté 17:47 On ne peut plus s'enrichir en travaillant : la méritocratie en panne 18:58 Deux contrats brisés : la progression et la retraite 21:07 Comment les lecteurs de la newsletter vivent leur travail au quotidien 24:13 L'arbre des connards : managers toxiques vs managers victimes du système 26:30 Le "business first" comme moyen de se dédouaner de l'humain 28:41 Créer la sécurité psychologique sans devenir le psy de l'équipe 31:34 La confiance ne fonctionne que dans un cadre clair 34:14 Le "problème du bon patron" : trop tolérant, pas de cadre, dérives garanties 35:54 Si tu ne pouvais changer qu'une règle, ce serait le présentéisme 36:50 Jiminy Cricket et la glorification de la charrette 39:34 Le présentéisme est culturel, excluant et contre-productif 40:28 Repenser le rôle du manager, pas rajouter des injonctions 41:49 Les managers accidentels et le management comme compétence à part entière 42:32 Les signaux d'alerte d'une culture managériale toxique 44:43 La pandémie a dénudé le travail et révélé son squelette 46:53 L'IA dans le monde du travail : on ne sait pas vraiment ce qui va se passer 47:46 Pourquoi Séverine croit peu aux effets positifs à long terme de l'IA 49:27 Le cercle qui se grippe : produire plus pour qui, si on détruit du taf ? 50:27 Débat : l'IA peut-elle nous rendre plus humains ? 51:23 La vraie question : que va-t-on faire du temps gagné ? 53:46 Keynes et la semaine de 15h : on est passé à côté 54:24 Semaine de 4 jours, revenu universel : regagner du temps comme enjeu de sociétéHébergé par Audiomeans. 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The opening weekend of the Six Nations delivered shock results, dominant performances and early pressure across the Championship - and we've got all of the fallout here for you as well as a big preview to this weekend's fixtures..Former England winger Topsy Ojo and Alfie Reynolds delve into Scotland's stunning defeat to Italy whch puts Gregor Townsend firmly under the spotlight - They discuss whether he has a future as the Scotland head coach at the end of the Championships as well as disecting England's dominant display against a shockingly poor Welsh side and France's easy win over IrelandThe boys also discuss Andy Farrell's response to claims that a gap is growing between Ireland and the rest and look ahead to what will certainly be a defining weekend in the Championship with a huge Calcutta Cup at Murrayfield.Punchy, opinionated and straight to the point — essential listening for Six Nations fans.Producer: Daniel Kane & Romario Webster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this punchy Q&A episode of the Scouting Australia podcast, hosts Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim tackle listener questions live from the Sydney studio. The duo dives into a range of practical property investing topics, including how to assess underperforming assets, the biggest mistakes beginners make, what it really means to buy below market value, the pros and cons of diversification, and strategic decisions around selling versus holding. They also share valuable tips for managing multiple properties and maintaining the right mindset for scaling your portfolio. Packed with real-life insights, laughter and stories from their own investing journeys, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to up their game in the Australian property market. School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you're ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy! If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369 Chapters (00:00:00) Welcome (00:02:30) Assessing Underperforming Properties (00:05:50) Biggest Beginner Investment Mistakes (00:09:47) Buying Below Market Value: What Does It Mean? (00:13:37) Diversification: When to Buy Across States? (00:17:59) Sell vs Hold: Decision Making When a Property Is Stagnant (00:21:50) Depreciation: Should You Target Newer Builds? (00:25:14) Mindset Shifts: Scaling from 1–2 to 5–10 Properties (00:29:37) Systems & Habits for Managing Multiple Properties (00:35:14) The Non-Negotiables of Intelligent Investing Today (00:38:17) Blue Collar vs Blue Chip: Personal Residence Strategy

In this punchy Q&A episode of the Scouting Australia podcast, hosts Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim tackle listener questions live from the Sydney studio. The duo dives into a range of practical property investing topics, including how to assess underperforming assets, the biggest mistakes beginners make, what it really means to buy below market value, the pros and cons of diversification, and strategic decisions around selling versus holding. They also share valuable tips for managing multiple properties and maintaining the right mindset for scaling your portfolio. Packed with real-life insights, laughter and stories from their own investing journeys, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to up their game in the Australian property market. School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you're ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy! If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369 Chapters (00:00:00) Welcome (00:02:30) Assessing Underperforming Properties (00:05:50) Biggest Beginner Investment Mistakes (00:09:47) Buying Below Market Value: What Does It Mean? (00:13:37) Diversification: When to Buy Across States? (00:17:59) Sell vs Hold: Decision Making When a Property Is Stagnant (00:21:50) Depreciation: Should You Target Newer Builds? (00:25:14) Mindset Shifts: Scaling from 1–2 to 5–10 Properties (00:29:37) Systems & Habits for Managing Multiple Properties (00:35:14) The Non-Negotiables of Intelligent Investing Today (00:38:17) Blue Collar vs Blue Chip: Personal Residence Strategy

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Part 2 of my conversation with guest Phil Stacey as we pick our favorite songs released in the 21st century.  Show notes: Phil's #6: Frenetic assault from Parquet Courts Definite late '70s post-punk influences Jay's #6: A bold move into electronic sounds by Radiohead Phil still doesn't get Radiohead Phil's #5: Slacker guitar hero vibes from Kurt Vile Stream-of-consciousness lyrical approach Jay's #5: Garage rock anthem that introduced the Hives to the world Punchy and super catchy, it took two years to hit in the U.S. The battle for car music supremacy Phil's #4: New Orleans vibe from Tedeschi Trucks Band Phil's intro to the band Jay's #4: A first single that will never be topped by Franz Ferdinand Catchy, danceable stomper comparing love to a sniper's duel Phil's #3: Goose brings jam band versatility to the masses Blew up since the pandemic and are now selling out Madison Square Garden Jay's #3: Queens of the Stone Age craft a perfect hard rock song The magic of the killer riff plus Dave Grohl's drumming Phil's #2: Ripper from Aussie Courtney Barnett Lyrics focus on everyday life Jay's #2: Indie rock classic from the Walkmen Emerged from the early '00s NYC scene Tension keeps building throughout The greatness of Joe Jackson Phil's #1: Epic and creepy classic from Death Cab for Cutie Song builds for 4 1/2 minutes before the vocals kick in Menacing bassline underlines the lyrics about obsession Jay's #1: TV On the Radio with a killer song from a killer album Intensity driven by Tunde Adebimpe's vocal delivery Also came up in NYC in the early '00s Completely Conspicuous is available through wherever you get podcasts. Subscribe and write a review! The opening and closing theme of Completely Conspicuous is "Theme to Big F'in Pants" by Jay Breitling. Voiceover work is courtesy of James Gralian.

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The Davis Cup Final for 2025 is set, and even though Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are not there, it still features Italy and Spain!Part One00.00 General euphoria from Catherine, David and Matt after a brilliant couple of semifinals ensured that Italy and Spain would meet in the Davis Cup title. There's a blow-by-blow account of how and why we're now all ‘Cobolli guys', his incredible tie-break against Zizou Bergs, and the beautiful friendship between the younger Italian and his team partner Matteo Berrettini. Part Two31.00 Spain vs. Germany went down to the doubles and what a battle that was. The trio talk about how the absence of Alcaraz and Sinner (and Lorenzo Musetti) has enabled Pedro Martinez, Pablo Carreno Busta, Matteo Berrettini and Flavio Cobolli to shine.Part Three41.17 Punchy predictions are called for a delivered ahead of the Davis Cup final. Who are we all going for?Check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠new merch shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Talk tennis with Friends on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Barge! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Catherine, David & Matt preview the 2025 tennis season's denouement - the Davis Cup Finals in Bologna, Italy. Part One (00:00) - With Matt reporting from the ground in Bologna, the team look ahead to the first two quarter finals; France vs Belgium, and defending Champions Italy vs Austria. How will Italy cope with the absence of their two best singles players Sinner & Musetti? And can Paul Henri Mathieu complete a redemptive arc from devastating defeat as a player in the 2002 final, to captaining a winning French side in 2025?Part Two (33:22) - A preview of the second two quarter finals; Spain vs Czechia - a tie that many think will determine the outcome of the whole competition - and Germany vs Argentina. Does David Ferrer have questions to answer and a point to prove as Spain captain? And after of years of saying he'd never play the Davis Cup in its new format, why is Alexander Zverev lining up for Germany?Part Three (53:47) - Punchy predictions for how the week will unfold and who will be holding the trophy come Sunday. You can keep up to date with the Davis Cup Finals on the Davis Cup Instagram, TikTok and X, you can sign up to the free official Davis Cup newsletter at Daviscup.com and you can follow all the action on the newly updated World Cup of Tennis app, which brings together the Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup by Gainbridge. Search 'World Cup of Tennis' on App Store or Play Store to download for freeBecome a ⁠Friend of The Tennis Podcast⁠Check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠new merch shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Talk tennis with Friends on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Barge! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#295 Messaging | Dave is joined by Emma Stratton, founder of Punchy, where she helps B2B tech companies sharpen their positioning and write messaging that actually connects. Emma's worked with hundreds of teams to cut through vague, abstract copy and turn it into language buyers instantly get.Dave and Emma cover:How to go from vague to punchy using specificity and buyer empathyWhy most B2B messaging blends into the “sea of sameness” (and how to stand out)How customer research and real conversations create message–market fitThey wrap with a candid chat on journaling, focus, and how managing your mental energy can make you a better marketer and human.Timestamps(00:00) - – Intro to Emma (04:13) - – What makes B2B messaging actually good (07:55) - – Common messaging mistakes (and why “clarity > clever”) (10:53) - – Positioning vs. messaging: what's the difference? (15:06) - – Why it's hard to name great B2B marketing examples (17:30) - – How to sharpen weak messaging and fix vague positioning statements (20:38) - – Simplifying complex products without dumbing it down (23:48) - – How to write for buyers (not just execs) (28:55) - – Using customer interviews and research to build strong messaging (33:33) - – Standing out in a crowded, buzzword-filled market (36:17) - – How storytelling fits into B2B messaging (39:23) - – Messaging advice for early-stage founders and startups (42:38) - – How often should you revisit and update messaging? (44:48) - – Productivity, managing your energy, and staying focused (48:03) - – Journaling, mindfulness, and being intentional with your time (51:58) - – Final takeaways Join 50,0000 people who get our Exit Five Newsletter here: https://www.exitfive.com/newsletterLearn more about Exit Five's private marketing community: https://www.exitfive.com/ ***Today's episode is brought to you by Knak.Email (in my humble opinion) is the still the greatest marketing channel of all-time.It's the only way you can truly “own” your audience.But when it comes to building the emails - if you've ever tried building an email in an enterprise marketing automation platform, you know how painful it can be. Templates are too rigid, editing code can break things and the whole process just takes forever. That's why we love Knak here at Exit Five. Knak a no-code email platform that makes it easy to create on-brand, high-performing emails - without the bottlenecks.Frustrated by clunky email builders? You need Knak.Tired of ‘hoping' the email you sent looks good across all devices? Just test in Knak first.Big team making it hard to collaborate and get approvals? Definitely Knak.And the best part? Everything takes a fraction of the time.See Knak in action at knak.com/exit-five. Or just let them know you heard about Knak on Exit Five.***Thanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of the Exit Five podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your B2B podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more

Today on Sauna Talk, we welcome a very special guest. Dr. Hans Hägglund. Who is Dr. Hans Hägglund? Hans Hägglund MD, PhD, is a medical doctor and professor at Uppsala University, in Northern Sweden. Professor Hägglund has a strong research back ground in clinical research within medicine. He graduated from Karolinska institute, Sweden and did his post doc at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, USA. Between 2013 and 2018 he served as the director of the Cancer Center at Uppsala University Hospital. Professor Hägglund also had the position as the national cancer coordinator at The Swedish Association of Local Authorities and Regions (SALAR) between 2019-2022. He currently holds a position as a senior consultant at Karolinska University Hospital in Stockholm, which is where we catch up with him for this episode of Sauna Talk. Hot facts On this episode of Sauna Talk, we recognize that Hans Hägglund is a man who wears many hats in the world of health, wellness, and sauna culture. Hans is an affiliated researcher at the Center for Resilient Health at the Stockholm School of Economics, and co-founder of Vision Zero Cancer in Sweden. Known by many as the “sauna doctor,” he serves at the Swedish Sauna Academy, sits on the board of the Sauna Research Institute and the International Sauna Association, and played a key role in organizing the XVII International Sauna Congress in Haparanda/Tornio back in 2018. His book The Sauna Book – Hot Facts on Sauna and Health, published in Swedish in 2020, has attracted wide attention for the way it bridges science and tradition. We explore why sauna and cold bathing are seeing a surge in global interest, and what challenges remain in researching their health benefits. Hans shares his thoughts on why sauna bathing should be considered alongside traditional medicine, gives us a glimpse into the new book he's writing, and reflects on how prevention can be far more cost-effective than treatment. Along the way, we discuss his professional journey, the boards he serves on, and even his earliest sauna memories. And, of course, we'll hear his take on one of my favorite questions: from a Swedish — and global — perspective, what's the most misunderstood thing about sauna that he wishes more people knew? Let's welcome Dr. Hans Hägglund to Sauna Talk. Here's a short intro for social medializing: “In this episode of Sauna Talk, I sit down with Hans Hägglund — “the sauna doctor” — affiliated researcher, co-founder of Vision Zero Cancer, and board member of the International Sauna Association. We dive into the rising global interest in sauna and cold bathing, the challenges of sauna research, and why prevention may be the most powerful medicine. Hans also shares personal sauna memories, his upcoming book project, and what he believes is the most misunderstood thing about sauna.” Punchy one sentences: From Swedish sauna congresses to cold plunges, Hans Hägglund brings the heat — and the science — to Sauna Talk. What's the most misunderstood thing about sauna? “The sauna doctor” Hans Hägglund has a prescription. Sauna, science, and a splash of cold water — Hans Hägglund joins Sauna Talk for a deep dive into the health of heat.

Ready to get brutally honest about your podcast and how it is performing?In this episode, I walk you through the tough questions you need to ask yourself if you want your podcast - and your business - to reach the next level. I'll show you why being brutally honest about your “floor”, the standards you refuse to compromise, is the key to building staying power and achieving those impossible goals.You'll learn the five areas every podcaster must assess: ·       Purpose: why your podcast exists·       Pretty: how it looks and sounds and feels·       Punchy: the impact and energy it delivers·       Prose: the quality of your words and flow·       Product: how it ties into your offersI'll guide you through how to evaluate each one, so you can identify what needs to be pruned and where to focus your energy for real growth.If you're ready to move beyond just showing up and start scaling with intention, this episode is for you. I also share how you can join my community of podcasters and get support as you level up.I was 942 seconds into The Science of Scaling when I hit pause. Missed what happened next? Listen to #283 here.

Ever wonder why so much marketing messaging sounds impressive but leaves you cold? That's because most brands are talking to themselves instead of the people they're trying to reach. Daniel's out, Tamara's IN. Messaging strategist and author Emma Stratton joins Tamara to break down how to flip your copy from inside out to outside in so it speaks directly to what your audience cares about. Emma suggests saying things like you actually mean them with her “say it like you would at a barbecue” rule. It's time to ditch jargon and make your value obvious.  Plus, is AI a writer or a thought partner? Truth is, AI is the latter. Emma and Tamara share their opinions on when and how to use it.  If you're a Marketer who wants to write better copy and craft better messages, this is the episode for YOU. Follow Emma: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-stratton-punchy/ Follow Tamara: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamaragrominsky/ Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

Today, we're talking with Lanie Schenkelberg, former product manager and current VP of Product Marketing at Inovalon. In this episode, we discuss: The 4 essential elements of compelling product storytelling How to spot weak messaging - and what strong positioning really looks like How Lanie's team led a storytelling overhaul that contributed to Inovalon's growth Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laineschenkelberg/ Inovalon: https://www.inovalon.com/ Resources Make it Punchy, By Emma Stratton: https://punchy.co/make-it-punchy-book/ Obviously Awesome Positioning, April Dunford: https://www.amazon.com/Obviously-Awesome-Product-Positioning-Customers/dp/1999023005 Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:48 The Importance of Messaging and Storytelling in Product 03:01 How to go from Product Management to Marketing 06:10 Understanding the Customer's Big Win 12:45 The Hero Story Format 15:12 The Role of Positioning and Differentiation in Product Marketing 21:23 How Lanie Scaled Positioning at Inovalon 31:29 Outro Follow LaunchPod on YouTube We have a new YouTube page (https://www.youtube.com/@LaunchPod.byLogRocket)! Watch full episodes of our interviews with PM leaders and subscribe! What does LogRocket do? LogRocket's Galileo AI watches user sessions for you and surfaces the technical and usability issues holding back your web and mobile apps. Understand where your users are struggling by trying it for free at LogRocket.com (https://logrocket.com/signup/?pdr). Special Guest: Lanie Schenkelberg.

Send us a textWant to get all this content and MORE in person? Then you need to be at Creator Economy Live East, heading to NYC August 5-6. Use code CELPOD20 for 20% off your ticket, and the first 500 brands go free!This week, we're joined by none other than Christina Westley — a true insider in the influencer game. From her early days at VaynerMedia to running influencer marketing for Pepsi, and now striking out on her own, Christina's seen the industry from every angle. She shares honest takes on agency vs. brand life, why influencer budgets still lag behind expectations, and how AI avatars could reshape creator content.Before Christina joins, Keith and Brendan unpack VidCon, Cannes hot topics (hello, AI governance), and why the influencer world isn't freaking out about TikTok's 180-day extension. We also dive into the latest stats, studies, and product updates from YouTube, Instagram, Google, and TikTok — it's a jam-packed news rundown.

It's Wimbledon Eve and Catherine, Matt and David are live from the grounds to get hyped.In Part 1 we catch up with some more press conferences, including a cautiously optimistic Iga Swiatek, coming off a decent week in Bad Homburg, and the player that beat her there in the final, Jessica Pegula. What do we think about their prospects at Wimbledon? There's also news from Madison Keys, and David details his exchange with Naomi Osaka about recent comments by her coach, Patrick Mouratoglou, on the “lack of stars” in women's tennis. There's also word on Joao Fonseca who is delighted to be here and Eastbourne champion Taylor Fritz.In Part 2 (27m58s) we discuss that order of play in more detail, running through the full schedule of matches and looking ahead particularly to Sabalenka vs Branstine, Rinderknech vs Zverev, and Fonseca vs Fearnley.In Part 3 (47m22s) there's a teaser for the bonus show for Friends of the Podcast, “TTP Meets”, our exclusive interviews with Alexander Bublik, Matteo Berrettini, Hailey Baptiste, Ons Jabeur, Beatriz Haddad Maia and Marketa Vondrousova, before we dive into questions from the live chat.Become a Friend of The Tennis PodcastCheck out our ⁠⁠new merch shop⁠⁠! Talk tennis with Friends on ⁠⁠The Barge! ⁠⁠Sign up to receive our free ⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠ (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talking more about rising crime in OTR (Over-the-Rhine), including a recent fatal stabbing, and criticize the mayor's perceived inaction and slow response.A bizarre news story is shared about a woman in LA encountering a naked man pleasuring himself in her home after a break-in, who was later described as being in an "altered mental state".We have listener talkbacks, covering topics such as KiddChris' peculiar wiping habits and humorous jabs at other radio personalities like Jon Jon from Kiss 107.1.KiddChris recounts attending a David Spade comedy show at the beautiful Taft Theater and discusses the joys and challenges of being an "Uber driver" dad to his daughters.They touch upon the TSA's frustration with travelers presenting improper IDs like Costco cards for flights, and personal reasons for abstaining from alcohol due to health and social dynamics.Finally, the hosts critique the concept of "automatic fame" on free social media platforms, arguing that viral content doesn't always indicate true talent or long-term success.

Melbourne! Catherine, David and Matt are in position for 17 podcasts in 17 days, and in this one they go through the draws and tell tales from their chats with players in the interview room.Part One - Men's draw dissection. Who's got the toughest draw, will Alcaraz - Djokovic happen and who wins if it does? Plus, David details the results of his loitering.Part Two (from 50 minutes) - Women's draw dissection. Sabalenka, Gauff on collision course as Swiatek faces tricky task.Part Three (from 1h23minutes) - Catherine, David and Matt's Fantasy tennis teams revealed, and it doesn't look good for Catherine.The Tennis Podcast during the Australian Open will be brought to you by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours, your gateway to premium tennis events worldwide. Check out what they have to offer, including discounts on trips to Roland Garros and the Laver Cup, go to Tours4Tennis.com/Podcast.Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts, including Tennis Re-Lived episodes, Grand Slam Review Shows, and monthly Live Shows on YouTube. Friends also get access to The Barge, Hannah's Column, and an ad-free listening experience to all episodes of The Tennis Podcast. Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, predictions, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our YouTube channel.Check out our Shop - We have just launched a range of caps! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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