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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump's public failures and meltdowns over the past day that have come to define his disastrous presidency. Ground News: Go to https://Ground.News/MTN to cut through misinformation, critically analyze the news shaping our lives and hold the media accountable. Save 40% off unlimited access to Ground News with my link or scan the QR code on screen. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After spending 10 years in Trinidad and Tobago searching for the “modern Caribbean” lifestyle I had always envisioned—one that combined island living with tech-driven convenience—I finally found it in the most unexpected place: Thailand. In this episode, I take you on a deep dive into how Southern Thailand, with its breathtaking beaches, advanced digital infrastructure, and seamless logistics, delivered the lifestyle I had long been chasing in the Caribbean. I break down the day-to-day experience of living in the Thai islands, the technologies that make life frictionless, and the surprising lessons that CARICOM and Caribbean entrepreneurs can learn from Asia's playbook. This is not a vacation story. It's a blueprint for a new kind of island living—one that's possible when innovation meets paradise. Key Takeaways: 1. Island Living Doesn't Have to Mean Backward Systems Most of us associate tropical living with slow internet, limited services, and poor infrastructure—but Thailand proves otherwise. From 5G mobile service and QR code payments (even with street vendors) to affordable accommodations and logistics that run like clockwork, Thailand shows what's possible when islands prioritize digital convenience. 2. Technology Is the Bridge That Makes Integration Seamless Living in a non-English-speaking country with a different alphabet could've been a massive barrier—but it wasn't. Thanks to Google Maps, Translate, YouTube, and local super apps like Grab, Gowabi, Lazada, and Moreta Pay, I've been able to work, travel, and live stress-free across Thailand's islands. Technology has removed the friction from daily life. 3. This Should Be the Blueprint for the Caribbean The lifestyle I've found in Thailand—accessible, affordable, and supported by tech—shouldn't feel like a fantasy for Caribbean residents. CARICOM nations can take inspiration from Southeast Asia by improving logistics, embracing mobile-first solutions, and building infrastructure that supports both residents and tourists alike. We don't need to wait for luxury resorts—we need to build smarter systems from the ground up. Learn more about building your digital presence at KeronRose.com or follow the podcast at Digipreneur.FM the website.
With over 1 billion users worldwide and 67 million company profiles listed, LinkedIn remains an important platform for marketing, recruiting, and brand building. In Episode 70 of The Shortlist, Wendy Simmons is joined by Middle of Sixers Melissa Richey and Grace Takehara to discuss strategies for using LinkedIn on both individual and company levels—from keeping up with industry happenings, and sharing thought leadership, to selection committee research, and team recruiting. They also dive into lesser-used LinkedIn tools, like creating a QR code for quick connections, using the name pronunciation feature, featuring posts for visibility, and personalizing your URL. Whether you're newer to LinkedIn or looking to maximize social media ROI, this episode is full of practical tips to help you maximize your presence on the platform.CPSM CEU Credits: 0.5 | Domain: 5
A political earthquake is underway as recent polls, even those historically skeptical, show a significant surge in Trump's approval ratings, sending shockwaves through the Democratic party. In this episode, I discuss how reputable polling outfits report unprecedented numbers for Trump, including surprising bipartisan approval, directly linked to rising economic sentiment. I also talk about the dire implications for the upcoming midterms, with historical data suggesting a potential "bloodbath" for Democrats, further exacerbated by growing calls for the party to address past deceptions regarding a previous administration's health and mental state. --If you wanna take advantage of this ECONOMIC BOOM, click on the link https://neoscdg.org/golden-age-summit or scan the QR code and get registered!*The content presented by sponsors may contain affiliate links. When you click and shop the links, Turley Talks may receive a small commission.* Head over to https://turley.pub/VegasGoesBitcoin and reserve your seat today. I'll see you there!Highlights:“Trump has a 55% approval rating. That's a plus-11! He is absolutely crushing it!” “Trump's approval among Democrats has risen nearly 10 points in the last two weeks.”“For the first time in years, a majority of voters, 51%, think the economy is strong.""Van Jones is coming out and publicly urging the Democratic Party to openly apologize to the American people for misleading them about Biden's health and mental state."Timestamps: [01:07] Trump's rising approval rating[02:43] The credibility and track record of pollsters like Insider Advantage and Trafalgar[04:28] The correlation between improving economic sentiment and Trump's rising approval in all the polls[08:29] Why midterm projections spell disaster for the left[10:19] Democrat's panic over Biden's health cover-up; how this will haunt an entire generation of Democrat leaders--Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and/or leave a review.FOLLOW me on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/DrTurleyTalksSign up for the 'New Conservative Age Rising' Email Alerts to get lots of articles on conservative trends: https://turleytalks.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter**The use of any copyrighted material in this podcast is done so for educational and informational purposes only including parody, commentary, and criticism. See Hosseinzadeh v. Klein, 276 F.Supp.3d 34 (S.D.N.Y. 2017); Equals Three, LLC v. Jukin Media, Inc., 139 F. Supp. 3d 1094 (C.D. Cal. 2015). It is believed that this constitutes a "fair use" of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law.
A stunning electoral reversal in Romania sparks renewed questions about foreign interference, censorship, and the shadowy influence of globalist actors. This episode breaks down the shocking results of Romania's presidential election, the role of foreign intelligence, and the powerful networks, allegedly tied to George Soros, that may have rigged the system from behind the scenes. From TikTok suppression to judicial overreach, it's a case study in how democracy can be dismantled under the guise of protecting it.--If you wanna take advantage of this ECONOMIC BOOM, click on the link https://neoscdg.org/golden-age-summit or scan the QR code and get registered!*The content presented by sponsors may contain affiliate links. When you click and shop the links, Turley Talks may receive a small commission.*Head over to https://turley.pub/VegasGoesBitcoin and reserve your seat today. I'll see you there!Highlights:“You can't ‘defend democracy' by destroying democracy.”“Since 2002, Soros, the USAID, and the American Bar Association have been pushing for judicial reform in Romania.”“Foreign interference has already contaminated free and fair elections in Romania, an interference that has marked decades of Soros-based nefarious influence… Soros successfully stole another one.” Timestamps: [01:17] The nationalist-populist candidate lost despite leading after the first round in Romania[02:24] Allegations of censorship and foreign interference, particularly via Telegram and TikTok[05:13] The annulled November election and arrest of frontrunner Calin Georgescu[07:17] Deep ties between Romania's judiciary and Soros/USAID-funded NGOs--Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and/or leave a review.FOLLOW me on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/DrTurleyTalksSign up for the 'New Conservative Age Rising' Email Alerts to get lots of articles on conservative trends: https://turleytalks.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter**The use of any copyrighted material in this podcast is done so for educational and informational purposes only including parody, commentary, and criticism. See Hosseinzadeh v. Klein, 276 F.Supp.3d 34 (S.D.N.Y. 2017); Equals Three, LLC v. Jukin Media, Inc., 139 F. Supp. 3d 1094 (C.D. Cal. 2015). It is believed that this constitutes a "fair use" of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law.
How can homesteaders empower the next generation through practical, real-world learning? Today on the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Kody Hanner, a homesteader, author, and educator based in North Idaho. As the founder of The Homestead Education, Kody helps families integrate homesteading and self-sufficiency into their homeschooling journey. What began as a personal health journey turned into a life-changing homestead and a mission to equip children with the tools they need to thrive outside the traditional classroom. Tune in to hear how Kody's family healed, homesteaded, and built a thriving educational business to help others do the same. In This Episode, You'll Hear: Health Journey: What led Kody to rethink her family's lifestyle and food choices? [1:41] Healing at Home: How the Hanners reversed a terminal diagnosis with food and farming [3:47] Moving Without a Map: What gave Kody the courage to leap into homesteading with no clear plan? [13:33] Hands-On Learning: How Kody's curriculum brings homestead science into kids' daily lives [24:28] Raising Show Pigs: What goes into producing high-quality, pasture-raised pork? [27:55] Health Differences: How do naturally raised pigs compare to conventional ones? [33:38] Finding Her Audience: When did Kody realize her work could reach beyond her farm? [37:53] Homestead Topics: What does Kody cover on The Homestead Education Podcast? [45:35] Kid Engagement: How does she keep her kids involved and excited about homesteading? [56:26] Don't miss this episode if you're passionate about teaching kids where food comes from, living with purpose, and making homesteading part of your family's education. About Kody Hanner: Kody Hanner is a homesteader, proud homeschool mom, and the creator of The Homestead Education; a company that provides educational resources that aim to teach children self-sufficiency through hands-on learning. The Hanner Family runs a direct-to-consumer pork operation in North Idaho and enjoys educating across the country. Connect with Kody Hanner:
Send us a textThe worlds of baseball and bourbon collide as Mike and Tony taste the limited-edition Remus Babe Ruth Reserve, a premium offering that blends America's pastime with craft distilling. This special release captures both the spirit of the Great Bambino and MGP's renowned high-rye expertise in a bottle that baseball fans and whiskey enthusiasts alike will appreciate.What happens when one of baseball's greatest legends partners with a respected bourbon producer? The result is a meticulously crafted 111-proof bourbon that blends three different high-rye mash bills from 2016, 2017, and 2018. Each of the 10,624 bottles (one for each of Babe Ruth's career plate appearances) features a QR code revealing what happened during Ruth's corresponding at-bat—a level of attention to detail that elevates this beyond typical celebrity spirits.The tasting reveals characteristic MGP nutty notes complemented by cinnamon, spice, and subtle fruit undertones. Despite initial skepticism about the $150 price point, they are pleasantly surprised by the quality. The conversation expands into broader trends in the bourbon industry, where countless new bottles and celebrity collaborations leave consumers wondering which releases prioritize quality over marketing.Throughout the episode, Mike and Tony delve into the details that make this release special—from the baseball bat-shaped cork to the diamond-themed packaging—while honestly discussing whether the premium price over standard Remus offerings is justified by the collectible nature or the liquid inside. For baseball historians, Yankees fans, or anyone interested in the intersection of American cultural icons and craft spirits, this episode offers valuable insights into a unique bourbon experience.Curious about how celebrity collaborations are changing the whiskey landscape? Want to know if limited editions like this are worth the investment? Listen now and discover whether the Remus Babe Ruth Reserve hits a home run or strikes out.
In this episode, I break down how Biden's sudden cancer diagnosis might be the final blow to the credibility of the legacy media. I take you back to Operation Mockingbird and show how media deception and political bias have merged into one. We dig into Biden's questionable health reports, the timing of this cancer announcement, and the media's long track record of covering for him.–If you wanna take advantage of this ECONOMIC BOOM, click on the link https://neoscdg.org/golden-age-summit or scan the QR code and get registered!*The content presented by sponsors may contain affiliate links. When you click and shop the links, Turley Talks may receive a small commission.*Head over to https://turley.pub/VegasGoesBitcoin and reserve your seat today. I'll see you there!Highlights:“The media was used by the CIA as an instrument of deception and misinformation.”“Would the same doctor who claimed Joe Biden was ‘healthy' and ‘vigorous' also cover up a cancer diagnosis until after the presidential election? Of course he would!”“What we've been witnessing over the last four years is emphatically not media bias; this was a blatant, organized deception.”“The legacy media is now treating us the way they were designed to treat Soviet officials. They are lying to and trying to manipulate us in a manner comparable to how they sought to mislead a foreign enemy!” Timestamps: [01:17] CIA's covert Operation Mockingbird involving the media[05:14] Biden's questionable medical assessments and the media covering for him[09:52] The timing and motives behind the cancer diagnosis reveal[11:23] Legacy media's credibility implodes–Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and/or leave a review.FOLLOW me on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/DrTurleyTalksSign up for the 'New Conservative Age Rising' Email Alerts to get lots of articles on conservative trends: https://turleytalks.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter**The use of any copyrighted material in this podcast is done so for educational and informational purposes only including parody, commentary, and criticism. See Hosseinzadeh v. Klein, 276 F.Supp.3d 34 (S.D.N.Y. 2017); Equals Three, LLC v. Jukin Media, Inc., 139 F. Supp. 3d 1094 (C.D. Cal. 2015). It is believed that this constitutes a "fair use" of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law.
In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie chats with Mason Parker from Wright Sales about Smart Lock, a tool-free HVAC fitting. They dive into how Smart Lock works, its safety benefits, and how it helps avoid brazing in tight spots. Mason explains its design, types of fittings, and how it connects without flaring. He shares stories from the field, tips for first-time users, and why the product is ideal for unitary and ductless installs. The episode is packed with useful advice for techs open to trying new, safer ways to connect refrigerant lines. Mason Parker breaks down how Smart Lock fittings help HVAC pros avoid brazing and make fast, strong pipe connections. He explains how they work, the different types, and how they handle high pressure. Mason shares real stories, why they're great for tight spots, and how easy they are to use. He also gives tips for first-time users and talks about the safety benefits, like avoiding fire risks during installations. Throughout this episode, Mason explains how Smart Lock makes HVAC installs safer by removing the need for fire or flaring. He shows how the fittings work, talks through the install steps, and shares tips for getting it right. Mason also shares how strong the fittings are, why techs trust them, and how QR codes help new users learn fast. Expect to Learn: How Smart Lock lets you connect lines without brazing or flaring. Why it's safer for tight, tricky installs. How to use Smart Lock step-by-step. Why can the fittings handle high pressure with no leaks? How QR codes make learning installs quick and easy. Episode Highlights: [00:00] – Intro to Mason Parker and Smart Lock fittings [01:30] – Why some techs avoid new tools and others try them [02:48] – What Smart Lock is and how it works [04:16] – Mason shows how to install Smart Lock step-by-step [07:43] – Pressure ratings and how strong the fittings are [09:17] – Smart Lock for ductless and unitary installs 1228 [13:32] – How to use elbows, couplings, and reducers [15:13] – Tips for getting a leak-free install [17:48] – Why Smart Lock is safer in tight spots for leaks [23:45] – Final thoughts on Smart Lock and safety benefits This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Master: https://www.master.ca/ Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/ Supply House: https://www.supplyhouse.com/ Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Follow the Host: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/ Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/
In this week's episode of High on Home Grown, we dive into some of the most shocking and important cannabis stories from around the world: Macky explores the growing concern over "shatter cannabis", a highly potent extract described as a "triple threat" due to its strength, flammability, and appeal to young users. (Source: ITV News Tyne Tees) He also follows up on the tragic Benwell cannabis lab explosion, where Reece Galbraith has been jailed after two people died in the blast. (Source: BBC News) A bizarre and alarming trend emerges as QR code stickers found on UK streets are linked to a new wave of online drug trade activity. Margaret reports on a positive development in the U.S., where a marijuana tax is funding $750 monthly payments to families in New Mexico with no strings attached. She also covers a deeply troubling story out of Indonesia, where an American basketball player faces the death penalty by firing squad after allegedly trying to smuggle cannabis candy. Join us as we unpack these headlines and discuss their impact on cannabis users, policy, and culture around the world. Come and join in the discussion about any of these news articles on our cannabis growing forum, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links. Website: https://highonhomegrown.com Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you enjoy this episode.
MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump's massive meltdown on Sunday as the walls quickly collapse around him under intense pressure and as Americans turn against him. Ground News: Go to https://Ground.News/MTN to cut through misinformation, critically analyze the news shaping our lives and hold the media accountable. Save 40% off unlimited access to Ground News with my link or scan the QR code on screen. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast is a reader-supported publication (and my full-time job). To receive new posts and to support independent ski journalism, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.WhoJoe Hession, CEO of Snow Partners, which owns Mountain Creek, Big Snow American Dream, SnowCloud, and Terrain Based LearningRecorded onMay 2, 2025About Snow PartnersSnow Partners owns and operates Mountain Creek, New Jersey and Big Snow American Dream, the nation's only indoor ski center. The company also developed SnowCloud resort management software and has rolled out its Terrain Based Learning system at more than 80 ski areas worldwide. They do some other things that I don't really understand (there's a reason that I write about skiing and not particle physics), that you can read about on their website.About Mountain CreekLocated in: Vernon Township, New JerseyClosest neighboring public ski areas: Mount Peter (:24); Big Snow American Dream (:50); Campgaw (:51) Pass affiliations: Snow Triple Play, up to two anytime daysBase elevation: 440 feetSummit elevation: 1,480 feetVertical drop: 1,040 feetSkiable Acres: 167Average annual snowfall: 65 inchesTrail count: 46Lift count: 9 (1 Cabriolet, 2 high-speed quads, 2 fixed-grip quads, 1 triple, 1 double, 2 carpets – view Lift Blog's inventory of Mountain Creek's lift fleet)About Big Snow American DreamLocated in: East Rutherford, New JerseyClosest neighboring public ski areas: Campgaw (:35); Mountain Creek (:50); Mount Peter (:50)Pass affiliations: Snow Triple Play, up to two anytime daysVertical drop: 160 feet Skiable Acres: 4Trail count: 4 (2 green, 1 blue, 1 black)Lift count: 4 (1 quad, 1 poma, 2 carpets - view Lift Blog's of inventory of Big Snow American Dream's lift fleet)Why I interviewed himI read this earlier today:The internet is full of smart people writing beautiful prose about how bad everything is, how it all sucks, how it's embarrassing to like anything, how anything that appears good is, in fact, secretly bad. I find this confusing and tragic, like watching Olympic high-jumpers catapult themselves into a pit of tarantulas.That blurb was one of 28 “slightly rude notes on writing” offered in Adam Mastroianni's Experimental History newsletter. And I thought, “Man this dude must follow #SkiTwitter.” Or Instabook. Of Flexpost. Or whatever. Because online ski content, both short- and long-form, is, while occasionally joyous and evocative, disproportionately geared toward the skiing-is-fucked-and-this-is-why worldview. The passes suck. The traffic sucks. The skiers suck. The prices suck. The parking sucks. The Duopoly sucks. Everyone's a Jerry, chewing up my pow line with their GoPro selfie sticks hoisted high and their Ikon Passes dangling from their zippers. Skiing is corporate and soulless and tourist obsessed and doomed anyway because of climate change. Don't tell me you're having a good time doing this very fun thing. People like you are the reason skiing's soul now shops at Wal-Mart. Go back to Texas and drink a big jug of oil, you Jerry!It's all so… f*****g dumb. U.S. skiing just wrapped its second-best season of attendance. The big passes, while imperfect, are mostly a force for good, supercharging on-hill infrastructure investment, spreading skiers across geographies, stabilizing a once-storm-dependent industry, and lowering the per-day price of skiing for the most avid among us to 1940s levels. Snowmaking has proven an effective bulwark against shifting weather patterns. Lift-served skiing is not a dying pastime, financially or spiritually or ecologically. Yes, modern skiing has problems: expensive food (pack a lunch); mountain-town housing shortages (stop NIMBY-ing everything); traffic (yay car culture); peak-day crowds (don't go then); exploding insurance, labor, utilities, and infrastructure costs (I have no answers). But in most respects, this is a healthy, thriving, constantly evolving industry, and a more competitive one than the Duopoly Bros would admit.Snow Partners proves this. Because what the hell is Snow Partners? It's some company sewn together by a dude who used to park cars at Mountain Creek. Ten years ago this wasn't a thing, and now it's this wacky little conglomerate that owns a bespoke resort tech platform and North America's only snowdome and the impossible, ridiculous Mountain Creek. And they're going to build a bunch more snowdomes that stamp new skiers out by the millions and maybe – I don't know but maybe – become the most important company in the history of lift-served skiing in the process.Could such an outfit possibly have materialized were the industry so corrupted as the Brobot Pundit Bros declare it? Vail is big. Alterra is big. But the two companies combined control just 53 of America's 501 active ski areas. Big ski areas, yes. Big shadows. But neither created: Indy Pass, Power Pass, Woodward Parks, Terrain Based Learning, Mountain Collective, RFID, free skiing for kids, California Mountain Resort Company, or $99 season passes. Neither saved Holiday Mountain or Hatley Pointe or Norway Mountain or Timberline West Virigina from the scrapheap, or transformed a failing Black Mountain into a co-op. Neither has proven they can successfully run a ski area in Indiana (sorry Vail #SickBurn #SellPaoliPeaks #Please).Skiing, at this moment, is a glorious mix of ideas and energy. I realize it makes me uncool to think so, but I signed off on those aspirations the moment I drove the minivan off the Chrysler lot (topped it off with a roofbox, too, Pimp). Anyhow, the entire point of this newsletter is to track down the people propelling change in a sport that most likely predates the written word and ask them why they're doing these novel things to make an already cool and awesome thing even more cool and awesome. And no one, right now, is doing more cool and awesome things in skiing than Snow Partners.**That's not exactly true. Mountain Capital Partners, Alterra, Ikon Pass, Deer Valley, Entabeni Systems, Jon Schaefer, the Perfect Clan, Boyne Resorts, Big Sky, Mt. Bohemia, Powdr, Vail Resorts, Midwest Family Ski Resorts, and a whole bunch more entities/individuals/coalitions are also contributing massively to skiing's rapid-fire rewiring in the maw of the robot takeover digital industrial revolution. But, hey, when you're in the midst of transforming an entire snow-based industry from a headquarters in freaking New Jersey, you get a hyperbolic bump in the file card description.What we talked aboutThe Snow Triple Play; potential partners; “there's this massive piece of the market that's like ‘I don't even understand what you're talking about'” with big day ticket prices and low-priced season passes; why Mountain Creek sells its Triple Play all season long and why the Snow Triple Play won't work that way (at least at first); M.A.X. Pass and why Mountain Creek declined to join successor passes; an argument for Vail, Alterra and other large ski companies to participate on the Snow Triple Play; comparing skiing to hotels, airlines, and Disney World; “the next five years are going to be the most interesting and disruptive time in the ski industry because of technology”; “we don't compete with anybody”; Liftopia's potential, errors, failure, and legacy; skiing on Groupon; considering Breckenridge as an independent ski area; what a “premium” ski area on the Snow Triple Play would be; why megapasses are “selling people a product that will never be used the way it's sold to them”; why people in NYC feel like going to Mountain Creek, an hour over the George Washington Bridge, is “going to Alaska”; why Snow Triple Play will “never” add a fourth day; sticker shock for Big Snow newbs who emerge from the Dome wanting more; SnowCloud and the tech and the guest journey from parking lot to lifts; why Mountain Creek stopped mailing season passes; Bluetooth Low Energy “is certainly the future of passes”; “100 percent we're getting more Big Snows” – but let's justify the $175 million investment first; Big Snow has a “terrible” design; “I don't see why every city shouldn't have a Big Snow” and which markets Snow Partners is talking to; why Mountain Creek didn't get the mega-lift Hession teased on this pod three years ago and when we could see one; “I really believe that the Vernon base of Mountain Creek needs an updated chair”; the impact of automated snowmaking at Mountain Creek; and a huge residential project incoming at Mountain Creek.What I got wrong* I said that Hession wasn't involved in Mountain Creek in the M.A.X. Pass era, but he was an Intrawest employee at the time, and was Mountain Creek's GM until 2012.* I hedged on whether Boyne's Explorer multi-day pass started at two or three days. Skiers can purchase the pass in three- to six-day increments.Why now was a good time for this interviewOkay, so I'll admit that when Snow Partners summarized the Snow Triple Play for me, I wasn't like “Holy crap, three days (total) at up to three different ski areas on a single ski pass? Do you think they have room for another head on Mount Rushmore?” This multi-day pass is a straightforward product that builds off a smart idea (the Mountain Creek Triple Play), that has been a smash hit at the Jersey Snow Jungle since at least 2008. But Snow Triple Play doesn't rank alongside Epic, Ikon, Indy, or Mountain Collective as a seasonlong basher. This is another frequency product in a market already flush with them.So why did I dedicate an entire podcast and two articles (so far) to dissecting this product, which Hession makes pretty clear has no ambitions to grow into some Indy/Ikon/Epic competitor? Because it is the first product to tie Big Snow to the wider ski world. And Big Snow only works if it is step one and there is an obvious step two. Right now, that step two is hard, even in a region ripe with ski areas. The logistics are confounding, the one-off cost hard to justify. Lift tickets, gear rentals, getting your ass to the bump and back, food, maybe a lesson. The Snow Triple Play doesn't solve all of these problems, but it does narrow an impossible choice down to a manageable one by presenting skiers with a go-here-next menu. If Snow Partners can build a compelling (or at least logical) Northeast network and then scale it across the country as the company opens more Big Snows in more cities, then this simple pass could evolve into an effective toolkit for building new skiers.OK, so why not just join Indy or Mountain Collective, or forge some sort of newb-to-novice agreement with Epic or Ikon? That would give Snow Partners the stepladder, without the administrative hassle of owning a ski pass. But that brings us to another roadblock in Ski Revolution 2025: no one wants to share partners. So Hession is trying to flip the narrative. Rather than locking Big Snow into one confederacy or the other, he wants the warring armies to lash their fleets along Snow Partners Pier. Big Snow is just the bullet factory, or the gas station, or the cornfield – the thing that all the armies need but can't supply themselves. You want new skiers? We got ‘em. They're ready. They just need a map to your doorstep. And we're happy to draw you one.Podcast NotesOn the Snow Triple PlayThe basics: three total days, max of two used at any one partner ski area, no blackouts at Big Snow or Mountain Creek, possible blackouts at partner resorts, which are TBD.The pass, which won't be on sale until Labor Day, is fully summarized here:And I speculate on potential partners here:On the M.A.X. PassFor its short, barely noted existence, the M.A.X. Pass was kind of an amazing hack, granting skiers five days each at an impressive blend of regional and destination ski areas:Much of this roster migrated over to Ikon, but in taking their pass' name too literally, the Alterra folks left off some really compelling regional ski areas that could have established a hub-and-spoke network out of the gate. Lutsen and Granite Peak owner Charles Skinner told me on the podcast a few years back that Ikon never offered his ski areas membership (they joined Indy in 2020), cutting out two of the Midwest's best mountains. The omissions of Mountain Creek, Wachusett, and the New York trio of Belleayre, Whiteface, and Gore ceded huge swaths of the dense and monied Northeast to competitors who saw value in smaller, high-end operations that are day-trip magnets for city folks who also want that week at Deer Valley (no other pass signed any of these mountains, but Vail and Indy both assembled better networks of day-drivers and destinations).On my 2022 interview with HessionOn LiftopiaLiftopia's website is still live, but I'm not sure how many ski areas participate in this Expedia-for-lift-tickets. Six years ago, I thought Liftopia was the next bargain evolution of lift-served skiing. I even hosted founder Evan Reece on one of my first 10 podcasts. The whole thing fell apart when Covid hit. An overview here:On various other day-pass productsI covered this in my initial article, but here's how the Snow Triple Play stacks up against other three-day multi-resort products:On Mountain Creek not mailing passesI don't know anything about tech, but I know, from a skier's point of view, when something works well and when it doesn't. Snow Cloud's tech is incredible in at least one customer-facing respect: when you show up at a ski area, a rep standing in a conspicuous place is waiting with an iPhone, with which they scan a QR code on your phone, and presto-magico: they hand you your ski pass. No lines or waiting. One sentimental casualty of this on-site efficiency was the mailed ski pass, an autumn token of coming winter to be plucked gingerly from the mailbox. And this is fine and makes sense, in the same way that tearing down chairlifts constructed of brontosaurus bones and mastodon hides makes sense, but I must admit that I miss these annual mailings in the same way that I miss paper event tickets and ski magazines. My favorite ski mailing ever, in fact, was not Ikon's glossy fold-out complete with a 1,000-piece 3D jigsaw puzzle of the Wild Blue Gondola and name-a-snowflake-after-your-dog kit, but this simple pamphlet dropped into the envelope with my 2018-19 Mountain Creek season pass:Just f*****g beautiful, Man. That hung on my office wall for years. On the CabrioletThis is just such a wackadoodle ski lift:Onetime Mountain Creek owner Intrawest built similar lifts at Winter Park and Tremblant, but as transit lifts from the parking lot. This one at Mountain Creek is the only one that I'm aware of that's used as an open-air gondola. Get full access to The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast at www.stormskiing.com/subscribe
In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, Ken Gavranovic, a seasoned technology leader and keynote speaker, shares his insights on turning vision into scalable growth, having guided over 18 successful exits and one IPO. With executive experience at top-tier brands like Disney and 7-Eleven, Ken dives into the patterns he looks for when evaluating a company's potential for high-impact growth. Now CEO of Product Genius, he's helping businesses tap into real-time data and AI to improve customer service and operational efficiency.Ken discusses how Product Genius enables customer-facing businesses to move beyond static reports, using tools like QR codes and AI-driven feedback loops to gain instant, actionable insights. He also offers practical advice for leaders on implementing AI for measurable ROI—from boosting developer productivity to enhancing sales and customer support operations.
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FASCIST ATTACKS ON MAYORS, JUDGES & MORE; QR CODES FOR MAJOR RALLIES; PLANNING FOR A PROGRESSIVE FUTURE We start with our great poet Laureate MIMI GERMAN & her usual mystic verse. From Waldport, Oregon, we hear from ousted & now re-instated MAYOR HEIDI LAMBERT about her incredible saga on the way to remaking this pivotal spot in the American MAGA/saga. This far-and-wide astonishing attack on democracy by the MAGA Klan is dissected by co-host MIKE HERSH. Tough questions come from SCOTT KLATT who wants to know why Heide let herself get drafted for Mayor. From the LAProgressive.com we are updated by SHARON KYLE & DICK PRICE on the national assault on the Judiciary & our democratic elections. Then the great MYLA RESON narrates the amazingly absurd arrest of Newark, New Jersey Mayor Ras Baraka & three US Congresspeople for attempting to inspect a prison facility under their jurisdiction. The attack on Mayor Baraka is mourned by DANIELA, who warns us all to carry our birth certificates. Computer pioneer LEE FELSENSTEIN elaborates on his suggestion that rally organizers use business cards with QR codes, printed in special colors, with colored ink & union labels, feeding into local-generated websites. We get a critical whistleblower report from VINA COLLY in southern Ohio. From DR. RUTH STRAUSS we hear that it's illegal for federal agents to follow illegal orders, a Nuremberg Principle that has gained major weight with the rise of Donald Trump. Op Ed News founder ROB KALL then presents the beginning outline of a full progressive program going forward. California Indivisible's MIMI SPREADBURY warns us we must protect programs that mean life/death to so many. The need for unity is emphasized by MELISSA HALL as well as the imperative to protect the separation of church and state. From CHUCK PENACCHIO we hear a warning of “Democracy in Chains” & the weaponization of race and religion by Big Money. The fascist Catholic Opus Dei (see “THE DAVINCI CODE” & its female slaves are illuminated by LYNNE FEINERMAN of “Women Rising” Radio, a discussion we'll pursue next week!!
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00:03:58:22 - 00:09:55:09Rising incidents of truck crashes (e.g., Austin I-35, Thomasville, Alabama) linked to unqualified drivers, often immigrants on work visas.Ghost carriers operate with fake addresses (e.g., pizza joint in Illinois, apartment complex in Dallas), enabling fraud and theft.Lack of proper training and oversight, with companies prioritizing cost over safety, leading to loss of lives and national security concerns.00:21:17:19 - 00:24:09:18Nissan plans to cut 20,000 jobs (15% of workforce) by 2027, including 9,000 previously announced, and scale back production.Speculation: Cuts driven by uncertainty in North American market (38% of sales, US 27%), fearing economic collapse.Regulatory pressures (e.g., EPA standards, electric vehicles) also impact car industry.00:31:26:05 - 00:36:12:20China benefits from combat testing in India-Pakistan conflict; military-industrial complex (e.g., Raytheon, Lockheed Martin) profits from wars.US diplomacy (Trump, Vance, Rubio) mediated a ceasefire after four days of nuclear-armed conflict, highlighting neutral mediation success.Neither side uses US weapons, reducing American incentive to prolong conflict.00:41:24:03 - 00:47:19:25In the 1970s, psych meds were status symbols for the wealthy; now mainstream, fueling a massive industry.Mental health issues (e.g., depression, transgender identity) are used as social hierarchy markers, elevating perceived victims.Overuse of meds (e.g., SSRIs) linked to dangerous side effects, including violent behavior, with therapy culture promoting dependency.00:59:21:10 - 01:00:46:2024-hour news cycle promotes constant fear to control populations, making people more compliant and willing to relinquish liberties.Despite statistical safety, media amplifies threats, fostering anxiety.01:09:59:09 - 01:18:23:25Trump's “Generation Gold Standard” aims for a universal flu vaccine using outdated whole killed virus technology, costing $500 million.Contradicts anti-vaccine rhetoric (e.g., RFK Jr.'s stance), raising concerns about corporate influence and potential harm.Critique of vaccine industry: excessive childhood vaccines (up to 76), harmful side effects, and systemic pressure on doctors to comply.01:29:39:03 - 01:35:47:13Pew Research shows Gen Z men attending religious services more than millennials/Gen X, closing gender gap as young women leave churches.Post-Covid isolation drives youth to seek community and meaning in faith, countering atheism's cultural decline.Focus on eternal significance of faith over political impact.01:42:00:29 - 01:43:25:00Man exonerated by DNA evidence after nearly four decades, despite proper legal procedures.Emphasizes need for due process to prevent such errors, as abandoning it risks widespread injustice.01:49:13:12 - 01:54:23:11Trump grants refugee status to 60 white South African farmers fleeing state-sanctioned persecution, criticized as racially biased.Argues for prioritizing refugees from cultures aligning with American values, citing South Africans' work ethic and liberty focus.Contrasts with open-border policies, highlighting selective immigration's role in preserving national identity.02:05:31:08 - 02:15:57:16Government funding for “school choice” (e.g., $5,000-$7,000 per student in Tennessee, Idaho, Wyoming) comes with strings, pushing state-approved curricula and control.UNESCO promotes universal government funding to integrate private and homeschooling into public systems, per Alex Newman.Tennessee's failed “free act” shows resistance to homeschool autonomy; Texas Homeschool Coalition criticized for supporting funding.02:16:23:28 - 02:19:36:02Passed April 10, 2025, requiring autopsies to document psychotropic drug use (e.g., SSRIs) in mass shooters, spurred by Nashville school shooting.Aims to study drug interactions and disclose findings publicly, addressing links between SSRIs and violent behavior.Highlights exacerbation of mental health issues by pharmaceuticals, as seen in the shooter's worsening condition.02:20:04:24 - 02:47:31:19“Cold Case Christianity” graphic novel, co-authored with son, follows detectives chasing a serial killer, subtly exploring human value from a Christian perspective.Challenges secular views equating humans with animals, emphasizing humans as God's image-bearers with inherent dignity.Designed as a gateway for non-Christians, includes QR code for resurrection case booklet and resources at coldcasechristianity.com.Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.
00:03:58:22 - 00:09:55:09Rising incidents of truck crashes (e.g., Austin I-35, Thomasville, Alabama) linked to unqualified drivers, often immigrants on work visas.Ghost carriers operate with fake addresses (e.g., pizza joint in Illinois, apartment complex in Dallas), enabling fraud and theft.Lack of proper training and oversight, with companies prioritizing cost over safety, leading to loss of lives and national security concerns.00:21:17:19 - 00:24:09:18Nissan plans to cut 20,000 jobs (15% of workforce) by 2027, including 9,000 previously announced, and scale back production.Speculation: Cuts driven by uncertainty in North American market (38% of sales, US 27%), fearing economic collapse.Regulatory pressures (e.g., EPA standards, electric vehicles) also impact car industry.00:31:26:05 - 00:36:12:20China benefits from combat testing in India-Pakistan conflict; military-industrial complex (e.g., Raytheon, Lockheed Martin) profits from wars.US diplomacy (Trump, Vance, Rubio) mediated a ceasefire after four days of nuclear-armed conflict, highlighting neutral mediation success.Neither side uses US weapons, reducing American incentive to prolong conflict.00:41:24:03 - 00:47:19:25In the 1970s, psych meds were status symbols for the wealthy; now mainstream, fueling a massive industry.Mental health issues (e.g., depression, transgender identity) are used as social hierarchy markers, elevating perceived victims.Overuse of meds (e.g., SSRIs) linked to dangerous side effects, including violent behavior, with therapy culture promoting dependency.00:59:21:10 - 01:00:46:2024-hour news cycle promotes constant fear to control populations, making people more compliant and willing to relinquish liberties.Despite statistical safety, media amplifies threats, fostering anxiety.01:09:59:09 - 01:18:23:25Trump's “Generation Gold Standard” aims for a universal flu vaccine using outdated whole killed virus technology, costing $500 million.Contradicts anti-vaccine rhetoric (e.g., RFK Jr.'s stance), raising concerns about corporate influence and potential harm.Critique of vaccine industry: excessive childhood vaccines (up to 76), harmful side effects, and systemic pressure on doctors to comply.01:29:39:03 - 01:35:47:13Pew Research shows Gen Z men attending religious services more than millennials/Gen X, closing gender gap as young women leave churches.Post-Covid isolation drives youth to seek community and meaning in faith, countering atheism's cultural decline.Focus on eternal significance of faith over political impact.01:42:00:29 - 01:43:25:00Man exonerated by DNA evidence after nearly four decades, despite proper legal procedures.Emphasizes need for due process to prevent such errors, as abandoning it risks widespread injustice.01:49:13:12 - 01:54:23:11Trump grants refugee status to 60 white South African farmers fleeing state-sanctioned persecution, criticized as racially biased.Argues for prioritizing refugees from cultures aligning with American values, citing South Africans' work ethic and liberty focus.Contrasts with open-border policies, highlighting selective immigration's role in preserving national identity.02:05:31:08 - 02:15:57:16Government funding for “school choice” (e.g., $5,000-$7,000 per student in Tennessee, Idaho, Wyoming) comes with strings, pushing state-approved curricula and control.UNESCO promotes universal government funding to integrate private and homeschooling into public systems, per Alex Newman.Tennessee's failed “free act” shows resistance to homeschool autonomy; Texas Homeschool Coalition criticized for supporting funding.02:16:23:28 - 02:19:36:02Passed April 10, 2025, requiring autopsies to document psychotropic drug use (e.g., SSRIs) in mass shooters, spurred by Nashville school shooting.Aims to study drug interactions and disclose findings publicly, addressing links between SSRIs and violent behavior.Highlights exacerbation of mental health issues by pharmaceuticals, as seen in the shooter's worsening condition.02:20:04:24 - 02:47:31:19“Cold Case Christianity” graphic novel, co-authored with son, follows detectives chasing a serial killer, subtly exploring human value from a Christian perspective.Challenges secular views equating humans with animals, emphasizing humans as God's image-bearers with inherent dignity.Designed as a gateway for non-Christians, includes QR code for resurrection case booklet and resources at coldcasechristianity.com.Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.
In this episode we discuss why and how we built the new sharing experience (see blog post for v1.19).Download the Metacast podcast app for free:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/app/metacast/id6462012536Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.metacast.podcast.playerSegments[00:20] Opening[00:57] New weekly update episodes[05:22] New podcast sharing experience in Metacast[06:52] Why we are working on sharing?[09:32] The new sharing experience[14:35] QR codes[16:51] Optimized image loading[17:53] Problems with the old URL sharing[23:04] The technical solution for consistently working app links[24:43] The complexity of the change[28:45] Preview of the next episode about rebranding[33:26] RecommendationsShow notesNew sharing experience announcement blogLatest weekly update episode: Weekly Update (May 6, 2025): New sharing experience, new logo & branding67. Attack of LLM bots (podcast) + blogEpisode with Jennie: 42. Equity compensation at a pre-revenue bootstrapped startup with Jennie BuechnerVoices in my head by Falling in ReverseGet in touch
Fraud is evolving and it's becoming harder almost daily to decipher what is real and what is fake. It was reported in 2024 consumers lost over 12.5 billion dollars in romance scams alone. Check out our latest episode where podcast host, Jessica, interviews Senior Financial Educator DaVante as we discuss ways you can spot romance scams, share ways to stay vigilant and protected and why you should pause before scanning any QR codes in unexpected gifts that may show up on your doorstep. This season is one you don't want to miss out on. Tune in now
Roy Littlefield IV is the Vice President of Government Affairs for the Tire Industry Association. In his role, Roy leads advocacy efforts across state and federal levels to support independent tire and auto repair shops. With deep roots in the industry — his father also served in TIA leadership — Roy has been involved in policy from a young age. He now champions initiatives like the Right to Repair Act, helping protect consumer choice and shop independence nationwide. In this episode… The modern vehicle repair landscape is becoming more exclusive, locking out independent repair shops and consumers from essential data. As cloud-based systems and EV technology evolve, traditional tools like OBD2 ports are being phased out, creating barriers to access. How can the industry and lawmakers ensure fair repair rights for everyone? According to Roy Littlefield IV of the Tire Industry Association, the key lies in mobilizing grassroots support and pushing for bipartisan legislation. Roy explains how right to repair laws, such as those in Maine and Massachusetts, are being held up in court despite overwhelming public support. He also reveals the strategic moves being made to pass a federal Repair Act that would secure nationwide access to vehicle repair data. On this episode of Gain Traction, Mike Edge welcomes Roy for a conversation about the right to repair movement, legislative hurdles, and how independent shop owners can take action. Roy shares insights on consumer rights, industry trends, and the importance of grassroots advocacy. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [02:10] Why Right to Repair is the most urgent issue facing the auto industry [03:25] How EVs and new tech give OEMs the upper hand in the repair market [05:08] The challenge of cloud-based systems replacing traditional OBD2 ports [10:44] Roy Littlefield IV and Mike Edge share personal stories of inflated dealership repair estimates [11:33] How VIP Tire and Auto led a Right to Repair victory in Maine [12:45] Why automakers claim they "can't comply" with basic consumer access laws [15:44] How bipartisan support is building for national legislation [16:25] Grassroots advocacy and how shop owners can make an impact Resources mentioned in this episode: Roy Littlefield IV on LinkedIn Tire Industry Association Report a Right to Repair Issue Brian Bates on LinkedIn EAS Tire and Auto Mike Edge on LinkedIn Tread Partners Quotable Moments: “Right to repair is the biggest issue right now facing the industry, and it's going to hit us like an avalanche.” “Consumers should have the right to decide who works on their vehicle — and own that information.” “Even something as simple as an oil change is becoming a problem because of data lockouts.” “Despite 80% of voters supporting it, one lawsuit can hold up progress for years.” “Every person matters — whether you're an intern or a CEO, everyone deserves respect and recognition.” Action Steps: Report blocked repair access: Submit your issue via the TIA advocacy page so it can be used in legal and legislative efforts. Contact your lawmakers: Speak to your local, state, and federal representatives about how Right to Repair affects your business. Educate consumers: Let customers know they have a choice — and a right — to get their vehicle serviced outside the dealership. Display QR codes in your shop: Use TIA's printable posters with QR codes to make it easy for your team to report issues. Support the federal Repair Act: Encourage your trade networks to back bipartisan legislation ensuring nationwide repair access. Sponsor for this episode... This episode is brought to you by Tread Partners. At Tread Partners, we provide digital marketing for multi-location tire dealers and auto repair shops. By using our strategy, branding, and marketing services, we help shops sell more tires and put more cars in bays. We've helped companies like Action Gator Tire, Colony Tire and Service, and Ulmer's Auto Care Center bring extreme growth in paid leads, ROI, and searches. So, what are you waiting for? Visit www.treadpartners.com or email info@treadpartners.com to learn more.
How can global trade empower farmers and create a more just food system? Today on the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Paul Rice, Founder and CEO of Fair Trade USA. After spending more than a decade working with coffee farmers in Nicaragua, Paul returned to the U.S. to launch the Fair Trade Certified™ label—transforming the way we think about sourcing coffee, cocoa, produce, apparel, and more. Since 1998, Paul has partnered with over 1,400 companies, from Whole Foods to Patagonia, helping channel billions of dollars into the hands of farmers and workers worldwide. In this episode, he shares the early days of the movement, what's changed for farmers globally, and how transparency, sustainability, and equity are shaping the future of food and farming. Tune in to hear how Paul's on-the-ground experience shaped a global movement, why Fair Trade still matters today, and what's next for ethical sourcing and sustainable farming. In This Episode, You'll Hear: Origins Abroad: What took Paul to Nicaragua, and what he learned from over a decade working with farmers [1:45] Coffee Cycles: What the farming year looks like for a typical smallholder coffee farmer [3:54] Market Shifts: How relationships between farmers and buyers are evolving [13:20] Starting Fair Trade USA: The leap from on-the-ground work to building a movement [18:16] Funding Ethics: How Fair Trade USA sustains its mission and growth [21:09] Defining Child Labor: The complexities of global labor standards [28:18] The Book: Why Paul decided to document his journey and lessons learned [41:16] Tariffs & Trade: Paul's take on how policy affects global food systems [45:17] In the Garden: Paul's favorite veggie to grow at home [48:31] Don't miss this episode if you're passionate about fair trade, ethical sourcing, and how food systems can create real change in the world. About the Guest: Paul Rice is the founder and CEO of Fair Trade USA, the leading certifier of Fair Trade products in North America. After working with smallholder farmers in Nicaragua for over a decade, Paul returned to the U.S. and launched the Fair Trade Certified™ label in 1998. Under his leadership, the organization has generated more than $1.2 billion in financial impact for over 1 million farmers and workers across 70 countries. A globally recognized social entrepreneur, Paul has been honored by Fast Company, the Skoll Foundation, and the World Economic Forum for his visionary leadership in sustainable business and ethical trade. Today, he continues to push for greater transparency, justice, and opportunity across global food and apparel supply chains. Connect with Paul Rice and Fair Trade USA:
Send us a textProfessionalism in the ICT industry goes beyond technical skills to encompass how technicians carry themselves, communicate, and build trust through consistent, quality work.• Credentials serve as "career insurance" – showing your commitment to building a career, not just pulling cable• Your appearance sends signals about work quality – if your shirt has holes, clients wonder what the cable looks like behind walls• Building reputation happens when no one is watching – showing up early, staying off your phone, and taking notes builds trust• You're the face of your company on site – clients remember you, not the salesperson who sold them the project• Lead before you have the title – help new techs, share knowledge, and stay calm during chaotic situations• Communication skills matter – explain technical concepts at the customer's level and confirm understanding• Business ethics build long-term success – never trash-talk previous work, document change requests, and maintain confidentiality• Follow-up and follow-through distinguish professionals – document everything, leave job sites clean, and communicate changes promptlyIf you find value in this content, please consider supporting the show by clicking the QR code to make a donation, buy a cup of coffee, or schedule a 15-minute one-on-one call with Chuck after hours.Support the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD
On this Week's episode of "The Marketing Stir" Ajay and Vincent are joined by Sharat Potharaju Co-Founder & CEO of Uniqode to discuss the applications of QR codes and how Uniqode is bridging the physical and digital worlds.
QR Kodlarıyla Etkileşimli Pazarlama Kampanyaları Nasıl Oluşturulur?QR kodlar, günümüzde yalnızca restoran menülerinde değil; reklam panolarından ürün ambalajlarına, mağaza vitrinlerinden YouTube videolarına kadar pek çok alanda karşımıza çıkıyor. Ancak artık sadece bir bağlantıya yönlendiren araç olmaktan çıktılar. Stratejik olarak kullanıldıklarında markalar için güçlü bir etkileşimli pazarlama aracı haline geliyorlar.QR Kod Nedir ve Nasıl Çalışır?QR kod (Quick Response), bilgiyi iki boyutlu kare kodlar aracılığıyla hızlıca aktarabilen bir teknolojidir. Genellikle bir web sitesi bağlantısı, sosyal medya profili, PDF dosyası ya da iletişim formuna yönlendirme yapmak için kullanılır. Ancak burada kritik olan nokta, QR kodun yönlendirdiği içeriği stratejik ve dönüşüm odaklı tasarlamaktır.Türkiye'de QR Kodun Gelişimiİlk Yıllar: Deneysellik DönemiTürkiye'de QR kodlar 2010'lu yılların başında kullanılmaya başladı. Ancak o dönemde akıllı telefonlar yeterince yaygın değildi ve internet erişimi sınırlıydı. Bu yüzden QR kodlar daha çok kataloglarda, kartvizitlerde ve afişlerde “yenilikçi ama pasif” bir araç olarak kullanıldı.Kırılma Noktası: PandemiGerçek anlamda kitlesel kullanıma geçiş 2020'deki pandemi süreciyle oldu. Restoran menülerinin kaldırılması, AVM giriş sistemleri ve kamu uygulamalarında QR kodlar yoğun şekilde kullanılmaya başlandı. Bu süreç kullanıcıyı eğitirken, markaları da daha yaratıcı çözümler üretmeye teşvik etti.Günümüzde QR Kodların Kullanım AlanlarıFiziksel ve Dijital Dünyalar Arasında KöprüQR kodlar artık hem fiziksel hem dijital mecralarda bir bağlantı köprüsü görevi görüyor. Bankacılık uygulamalarında ödeme yaparken, Trendyol ve Getir gibi platformlarda kampanya entegrasyonlarında, mağaza içi ürün bilgilerinde aktif olarak kullanılıyor.Etkileşimli Kampanya FikirleriQR kodla indirim çarkı döndürme ve anlık kupon kazanımıÜrün ambalajından tarif videosuna ulaşmaAçık hava reklamından WhatsApp botuna geçişTV reklamı üzerinden mobil uygulama indirmeEtkinliklerde check-in ve çekiliş katılımıRestoranlarda QR ile yorum ve anket yönlendirmesiTürkiye'den Başarılı QR Kod KampanyalarıBurger KingDans eden karakterin üstüne yerleştirilen QR kod, kullanıcıyı uygulama indirmeye yönlendirdi ve bedava burger kazandırdı. Kullanıcı tek adımda kampanyaya katılabildi.Coca-ColaEtkinliklerde dağıtılan kutuların üzerinde bulunan QR kodlarla kişisel mesaj gönderme deneyimi sunuldu. Hem duygusal bir bağ oluşturuldu hem de veri toplama sağlandı.Teknik Olarak Nelere Dikkat Etmeliyiz?Dinamik QR Kodu KullanınStatik bağlantılar yerine, URL'si sonradan değiştirilebilen dinamik QR kodlar tercih edilmelidir. Bu sayede kampanyalar güncellenebilir, A/B testleri yapılabilir ve detaylı analizler alınabilir.Mobil Uyumluluk ve HızQR kodla erişilen sayfa mutlaka mobil uyumlu olmalı ve 3 saniyeden kısa sürede yüklenmelidir. Formlar sade, anlaşılır ve kullanıcı dostu tasarlanmalıdır.Marka Tasarımıyla Uyumlu QR KodlarSiyah-beyaz standart görseller yerine, markanın renklerine ve logosuna uygun şekilde özelleştirilmiş QR kodlar daha fazla dikkat çeker ve tarama oranını artırır.Analiz İçin UTM Parametreleri EkleyinHer QR bağlantısının sonunda UTM etiketleri kullanarak, Google Analytics üzerinden trafik kaynağını, etkileşim oranını ve dönüşüm verilerini izleyebilirsiniz.QR Kodlar Artık Sadece Kod Değil, DeneyimdirBugünün pazarlama dünyasında QR kodlar yalnızca bilgi paylaşım aracı değil; dönüşüm sağlayan, kullanıcı verisi toplayan ve markaya değer katan birer deneyim platformuna dönüştü. Kampanyalarında QR kodları kullanırken mutlaka stratejik bir yaklaşım belirlemeni öneriyorum.Doğru tasarlanmış bir QR kod, kullanıcıyı yalnızca bir bağlantıya değil, markanın hikâyesine ve deneyimine götürür.Beni @frktprk Instagram'dan takip etmeyi untumayın.
Matt and Dr. Eti Ben Simone are back again today to answer even more of your brilliant sleep questions! They begin by discussing smartphones, noting that the direct EMF impact on brainwaves is debatable, but that psychological activation and blue light are known disruptors. Moving onto naps, Matt explains longer ones can cause "sleep inertia," while short naps (20 mins) can be beneficial, unless insomnia is present.They then examine the full moon's debated effect on sleep, and how it is possibly obscured by modern lighting. Sleep paralysis is then explained as consciousness returning before REM sleep's muscle atonia ends, while "hypnic jerks" (jolts while falling asleep) are described as the brain misinterpreting muscle relaxation as falling. Finally, they explain that waking with an "earworm" is linked to memory consolidation and active music-processing brain areas during REM sleep.Please note that Matt is not a medical doctor, and none of the content in this podcast should be considered medical advice in any way, shape, or form, nor prescriptive in any way.Tired of untrustworthy protein shakes? Show sponsor Puori prioritizes quality: hormone-free, GMO-free, and pesticide-free. Every batch is third-party tested for 200+ contaminants - you can even scan the QR code for lab results! Matt recommends the addictive dark chocolate flavor with 21g of protein. Ready to experience the Puori difference? Matt's listeners get 20% off, so visit puori.com/mattwalker today!Matt's good friend Dr. Peter Attia has helped develop David, a revolutionary new protein bar, and a sponsor of today's episode! 28g of protein, 0g sugar, only 150 calories – the best ratio EVER! Amazing taste, six flavors, incredibly satiating, and a great source of the protein that helps build muscle, manage metabolic health, and keep you full. Visit davidprotein.com/mattwalker now for an amazing deal: Buy 4 cartons, and get a 5th FREE! . Hurry! Your new favorite protein bar awaits!Having personally used and purchased AG1 for over four years, Matt encourages you to try the new AG1 Next Gen formula with upgraded probiotics plus additional vitamins and minerals. Backed by 4 human clinical trials demonstrating a boost in healthy gut bacteria, AG1 continuously adapts to the latest science. Subscribe today and receive a FREE bottle of AG D3K2, an AG1 welcome kit, and 5 upgraded AG1 travel packs with your first order. Visit drinkag1.com/mattwalker to learn more and get started on your health journey.As always, if you have thoughts or feedback you'd like to share, please reach out to Matt or Eti:Matt: Instagram @drmattwalker, X @sleepdiplomat, YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@sleepdiplomatmattwalker9299Eti: X @etoosh, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eti_bensimon/, or email at etoosh@gmail.com
Are you stuck in analysis paralysis when it comes to investing in real estate? Joel Miller, author of Build Real Estate Wealth, joins us for a powerful conversation packed with actionable advice, personal insights, and a wealth of real-world experience. In this episode, Joel breaks down the foundational steps to becoming a successful real estate investor—starting with mindset and moving all the way through to tenant selection and cash flow management.He reveals how the book, originally written as a guide for his son, has become a comprehensive manual for anyone interested in income-producing properties. From understanding why the first investment is often the hardest to navigating the complexities of entity structures (LLC, partnership, S Corp, etc.), Joel emphasizes the importance of getting your business house in order before making offers. He also shares why tenant selection starts long before someone fills out an application, and how every decision—location, property type, and even ad language—affects your pool of potential renters.You'll also hear how his 18-year-old son purchased his first rental property just after high school graduation and is already closing on his second one. Joel's message is clear: with the right knowledge and tools, building wealth through real estate is possible for anyone willing to follow the blueprint.Key Takeaways:(02:13) Why the first investment is the hardest—and how to move past the fear(09:25) The #1 advantage of small properties for first-time investors(14:08) How Joel's son started investing at 18—and what you can learn from it(20:04) Choosing the right entity structure: LLC, partnership, S Corp, and more(21:07) Tenant selection starts before your property search even begins(26:30) How to scale from zero to $10,000/month in net cash flowResources Mentioned: Grab a copy of Build Real Estate Wealth by Joel Miller on Amazon or visit JoelMillerBooks.com to view the full table of contents, sample chapters, and access exclusive house-flipping content via QR code.Connect with Joel:Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Build-Real-Estate-Wealth-Investment/dp/B0DG48NHPCWebsite: https://www.joelmillerbooks.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-miller-42981811/Connect with Corwyn @:Contact Number: 843-619-3005Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exitstrategiesradioshow/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/exitstrategiessc/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxoSuynJd5c4qQ_eDXLJaZAWebsite: https://www.exitstrategiesradioshow.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmelette/Shoutout to our Sponsor: EXIT Realty Lowcountry GroupDo you want something more? More Meaningful Moments opportunities, deeper relationships and memorable experiences? Do you want to make a difference? If you say YES, a career and real estate could be the opportunity you're looking for guiding people to one of the most important decisions they ever made, the purchase or sale of their home can be both rewarding and lucrative. EXIT Realty has a revolutionary compensation model training and technology that provides you with the tools you need to start and build your successful real estate career. Call EXIT Realty Lowcountry group today at 843-619-3005 that is 843-619-3005 or visit https://exitlowcountry.com/joinexit and make your Exit today.
Welcome to The Power Lounge. Host Amy Vaughan speaks with Deanna Behrens, VML's Director of Media and Strategy and a leader in retail media. Deanna has launched strategies across seven major retailers, shaping the future of the industry.Together, Amy and Deanna explore how brands and retailers are transforming consumer connections through data-driven, consumer-focused methods and technologies like QR codes and AI. Deanna shares her journey from traditional media to the dynamic field of retail, highlighting the importance of adaptability and innovation.This episode offers valuable insights for marketers, business owners, and anyone interested in the future of commerce, providing practical advice and real-world examples to thrive in today's retail landscape. Tune in to The Power Lounge to learn from Deanna's expertise and industry perspectives.Deanna Behrens is a marketing strategist with extensive experience in the consumer-packaged goods sector. As Director of Media and Strategy, she leads marketing initiatives that drive results, focusing on commerce intelligence for retail media across seven leading retailers. Deanna is dedicated to empowering teams and advancing the future of retail media.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction00:10 - Retail Media Strategy Insights04:15 - Agility in Retail Media Evolution07:23 - Unplanned Purchases via Impulse Marketing11:16 - "Brand Visibility Over Awareness"13:10 - Brand Authenticity Foundations19:40 - "DTC Impact on Retail Strategy"20:35 - "D2C Innovation vs. Brand Caution"25:01 - Consistent Branding Across Retailers27:56 - "Adapting Media Math for ROAS"32:16 - Ad Spend Evaluation Challenges33:05 - Aiming for Standardized Metrics38:27 - Leveraging Data and AI Insights42:41 - Purchase Influence Through Repeated Exposure43:14 - Marketing Synergy Across Retail Channels48:48 - Marketing Support Podcast for Small Businesses50:35 - Aligning First Party and RMN Data53:16 - Evolving Media Strategies56:32 - Shopper Marketing Resources59:01 - Community Support Advantage01:00:41 - OutroQuotes:"Create opportunities when you can. Often, we doubt our potential, but embracing uncertainty leads to growth and magic."- Amy Vaughan"Stay agile and curious. Embrace ambiguity and new challenges to unlock possibilities and drive innovation."-Deanna BehrensKey Takeaways:Embrace Agility and CuriosityConsumer-Centric is Non-NegotiablePartnerships Are EvolvingTest, Learn, and Innovate—ContinuouslyData Is Your Power Tool (But Ask the Right Questions)Brand Consistency, Local NuanceSmall Brands, Big PotentialLifelong Learning & CommunityConnect with Deanna Behrens:LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/deannabehrensWebsite:https://www.vml.com/Connect with the host Amy Vaughan:LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/amypvaughanPodcast:https://www.togetherindigital.com/podcast/Learn more about Together Digital and consider joining the movement by visitinghttps://togetherindigital.comSupport the show
Have you ever wondered why some wedding dancefloors explode with energy while others never quite get off the ground-and what you can do about it?This is Part 2 of my conversation with the amazing Tania who is the heart and soul of Entertainment business, Choons & Moovz.In this episode, Tania shares how your wedding party can help set the mood early, what to do if you have a lot of smokers on your guest list, and why your bar's location can make a surprising difference to the success of your dancefloor.We also chat about the benefits of having a celebrant who can double as your MC or DJ, how long you really need to keep the dancing going (spoiler: it's probably less than you think!), and Tania's candid opinions on drinks and kids on the dancefloor.Plus, we tackle the big question about guest song requests: are they a dancefloor lifesaver or a recipe for disaster?Resources Mentioned:Choons and Moovz website: https://choonsandmoovz.com.au/Instagram: Choons and MoovzSend Unbridely a 90-second audio message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/unbridelypodcast*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*------This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Never Miss Moments Unbridely's recommended wedding guest photo and video-sharing tool. With your unique QR code, your family and friends can quickly, easily and securely share their snaps with you in your personalised online gallery.Visit nevermissmoments.com/unbridely to receive your 10% discount off their galleries.-----Unbridely acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we record this podcast on, the Kaurna People. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unbridely/or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unbridelyEmail the Unbridely Podcast:hello@unbridely.com
MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump's growing failures and idiocracy as his Ponzi scheme presidency continues to be the least popular in American history and world history. Ground News: Ground News: Go to https://Ground.News/MTN to cut through misinformation, critically analyze the news shaping our lives and hold the media accountable. Save 40% off unlimited access to Ground News with my link or scan the QR code on screen. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this insightful retail analysis, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand, experts debate whether Walmart's new Texas Supercenter deserves its "store of the future" label or simply represents a necessary upgrade to remain competitive in 2025. Key Moments: 0:02 - Introduction to Walmart's new "store of the future" in Cypress, Texas 0:09 - Surprising revelation: This is Walmart's first ground-up Supercenter in four years 0:18 - Walmart's ambitious plans to convert 150+ stores to this model in coming years 0:24 - Feature breakdown: Fuel station, modernized pharmacy, vision center, and elevated departments 0:39 - Digital enhancements: App integration for services like TV mounting and registry management 0:49 - Technology implementation: Digital shelf labels and QR codes for expanded assortment access 1:32 - Ben Miller's surprise at the four-year gap since Walmart's last ground-up Supercenter 1:43 - Positive assessment of Walmart's operational standards and digital journey integration 2:04 - Strategic value of driving app usage to increase media sales and Walmart+ memberships 2:33 - Expert critique: This isn't truly a "store of the future" but rather a "store of now" 3:13 - Chris Walton explains it's more of a "prototype of the future" - pragmatic evolution vs. revolution 3:54 - Anne Mezzenga highlights regional competitive strategy against H-E-B with features like in-store tortillas 4:32 - What's missing: Comparison to Target's "store of the future" concept with more experimental tests 5:09 - Discussion of testing business model dynamics to improve profitability 5:36 - Reference to Walmart's unlocking of efficiencies through employee-facing technology 6:07 - Final assessment: "It's a Walmart makeover" targeting new demographics with enhanced experience The experts conclude this represents a solid strategic update rather than revolutionary retail concept, positioning Walmart effectively against regional competition while implementing proven technologies. Catch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/BrQ0kfPY4LA #walmart #texas #retail #retailnews #retailtrends #retailtech #storeofthefuture
FASCIST ATTACKS ON JUDGES & A MAYOR * CINCO DE MAYO * WINNING ECO-BATTLES We start with “Kidnapping the Rubicon” from our Poet Laureate MIMI GERMAN. The duly elected MAYOR HEIDE LAMBERT of Waldport, Oregon has been arrested by a fascist city council in an attempted coup; the activist progressive Mayor shares her amazing tale as we hear her plans to get re-instated. Our co-convenor MIKE HERSH assures us all that the fight-back will inspire deep regrets among the Trumpist attackers. LAProgressive.com editor-publishers SHARON KYLE & DICK PRICE give us the scoop on the Trump attack against Wisconsin Judge Hanna Dugan and many others like her who are standing up for actual justice & the law. Such judges, says Kyle, have been subjected to DOXing and other forms of Nazi-style attacks. Emmy-winning documentarian DAVID SALTMAN explains the key elements to maintaining a lawful society. Climate activist DIANE CAMERON talks about defeating a new highway proposed for Maryland. Green campaigner MARGARET SCHOAP OF US-PIRG expands on the great grassroots work happening in Maryland to preserve what's left of the state. Long-time no nukes activist MYLA RESON reminds of the major fightings against atomic power in New Mexico. Rockville (MD) resident ALEX WILLIAMS advocate for mass transit & an end to new highways. From Ohio we hear JAY WARMKE updates us of the surprising progress of new solar farms in the Buckeye State. Solar pioneer PAUL NEWMAN checks in on the state of corn-based ethanol. Legendary eco-founder MARION EDEY visits us with her great wisdom. Legendary computer pioneer LEE FELSENSTEIN contributes the suggestion that upcoming rally organizers use business cards with secret color coding, recycled paper & union labels to provide attendees with QR codes they can use to link back to websites established for moving America's activist mass to true criticality. Legendary no nukes strategist KARL GROSSMAN decries NY Gov. Kathy Hochul's support for nuke bailouts. Erstwhile engineer STEVE CARUSO gives us the latest from central Ohio. Indivisible activist MIMI S concludes with California's ridiculous new attempt to build new nukes. Next week we'll do a deeper dive. Meantime, HAPPY CINCO De MAYO.
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Collecting and keeping these coins at all costsThe LowdownNot going down without a fight as Apple appeals App Store ruling while adding more search providers to Safari as Google usage lags. With an update to Matter, HomeKit set up gets easier with tap-to-pair and multiple devices QR code2nd StringThe Biggest Fumble: Microsoft shuts down SkypeFor The CultureThe South Got Something to Say: OutKast to be inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of FameThe HookupmacOS Sequoia iPhone Screen Mirroring
都說好萊塢近幾年來重視平等與多元,但實際上電影作品真的更平等多元了嗎?統計數據說,雖然比之前要好一點點點點點點,整體來說還是沒有太大改變,而這些統計很多是基於貝克德爾測驗的三個問題來收集的數據。什麼是貝克德爾測驗?怎麼來的?又可能有哪些問題?一起來聽今天的【na也不是】。 本集思考點: → 什麼是貝克德爾測驗? → 影視作品裡真的比較性別平等了嗎? → 女性角色代表性 ≠ 作品內容的性別意識 → 各領域都需要自己的「貝克德爾測驗」? 更多訊息請見部落格文:https://queerology.net/2025/05/09/n006/ 支持我們:感謝你的收聽。如果你喜歡我們的節目,歡迎你透過以下的方式支持我們。你可以點下訂閱,期待我們下一集的節目;留下五星評價,讓我們知道你的喜歡;也可以將我們的節目分享給更多人知道。如果你願意給我們更多支持,歡迎你前往 http://queerology.net,點擊頁面上的QR碼 ,或是透過這裡 https://tinyurl.com/5xsecc9z 請我們喝杯咖啡。
A federal judge has just delivered a stunning blow to Apple's App Store dominance, permanently banning the tech giant from charging commissions on purchases made outside their walled garden. This landmark ruling in Epic Games' ongoing legal battle against Apple not only paves the way for Fortnite's return to iOS but signals a fundamental shift in how digital marketplaces operate. Could this be the beginning of the end for Apple's notorious 30% "tax" on developers?Meanwhile, your polite interactions with AI might be costing more than you think. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently revealed that users saying "please" and "thank you" to ChatGPT costs the company tens of millions of dollars annually—money he considers "well spent." Beyond the financial implications, these interactions have surprising environmental consequences, with AI-generated content consuming substantial energy resources. As 67% of users report being polite to their AI assistants (with 12% doing so to appease potential robot overlords), the question emerges: does courtesy to algorithms matter?The financial world isn't sitting idle either. Visa's ambitious new initiative aims to give AI agents direct access to your wallet, allowing them to make purchases on your behalf based on preferences and budgets. This move beyond simple chatbots raises profound questions about convenience versus control in our digital lives. As consumer credit card debt soars past $1.21 trillion, should we trust algorithms to manage our spending habits? We explore the benefits and potential pitfalls of this new frontier in financial technology.Don't miss our essential "Letters" segment, where we expose the latest scams targeting consumers—including a dangerous new "brushing scam" using malicious QR codes to compromise smartphones. Subscribe to Tech Time Radio wherever you get your podcasts and follow us on social media to stay ahead of emerging threats and technological developments that impact your digital life.Support the show
Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP Guys, the Giro is almost upon us! This weekend, the 3 week beast that I raced twice in my career kicks off over in Albania of all places. The start list is absolutely stacked, with the likes of Roglič, Ayuso, Bernal, and heaps more huge riders going toe to toe to try to take home one of the most iconic jerseys in cycling; the Maglia Rosa. One rider who's going to throw his hat into the ring and have a crack at this year's GC is the young Canadian talent Derek Gee - and I'm stoked to have him on this month's pod to talk all things Giro, preview the race, and answer a few questions sent in by you guys! Derek's been a pro on the road for just 3 years, After spending his early years racing on the track, he burst onto the scene at the 2023 Giro d'Italia where he finished 2nd on 4 stages and spent more time in the breakaway than he did in the peloton! I think I managed to make it into the breakaway at a grandy once in my whole career - it's bloody hard - but Derek made it look easy, and absolutely ripped that race to pieces. Although he didn't come home with a stage win, he sure made a name for himself and put himself up there as one of the most exciting racers to keep an eye on. The year after, he made his debut at the big one; the Tour de France! Going into that race, Derek was looking to repeat his exploits from the ‘23 Giro and poach a few stages, and it was great to hear how this focus shifted to GC over the course of the race, leading to him finishing in the top 10 overall; an absolutely huge ride, that really proved he can do it all! Derek's a cool guy. Born in Ottawa, I loved hearing about how inspired he was by the Canadian World Tour races the GP's Quebec and Montreal, and how that led him down the path of professional racing, eventually coming over to Europe and joining Israel Premier Tech - the team he'll be riding for until at least 2028! After chatting a bit about his career, and how he's feeling ahead of the 2025 Giro that kicks off this weekend, we preview this year's race and take a bit of a look at how Derek's going to approach it. He's been at the front of races for long enough now to be heading to the start as one of the favourites; so he's definitely feeling the pressure! It's been a while, but I wanted to bring you - the listeners - in on this interview, so we wrapped up by answering some of the questions you all sent in over the last week. Does Derek see other ex track stars like G and Wiggo as inspiration? What interval session does he use to get race ready? What's his favourite Celine Dion Song? I ask Derek all these questions, and more, and he's got some cracking answers. I loved chatting to Derek. As well as being a mega talent, he's a really chilled out, humble guy and no doubt one of the most exciting racers in the pelo. I can't wait to see him race the Giro - the most beautiful of all the Grand Tours - and reckon he's a real Maglia Rosa contender. The Giro? More like the Gee-ro……..right? Enjoy this ep, guys. Sit back, relax, grab yourself a limoncello and some gelato, and get excited for the Giro with me and Derek. Cheers! Mitch ----more---- This episode is supported by Shokz Shokz are the leaders in open-ear headphones — perfect for cycling, running, or just staying aware while you listen. I've been using the new OpenRun Pro 2s, and the sound and fit are unreal. Head to shokz.cc/LITP-2505 and use the code LITP for a special listener discount! This episode is also brought to you by our good friends at Epic Ride Weather Epic Ride Weather gives you super accurate, personalised forecasts based on your route, speed, and timing. Know when to ride, what to wear, and where the wind's coming from. Get 25% off at epicrideweather.com/LITP or by scanning the QR code below.
Can the perceived gender of a robot influence the decisions you make make getting recommendations from it? We critique Netflix's TV and mobile UI redesign. Plus is the cat out of the bag? Online photos show a possible Xbox handheld could be arriving sooner rather than later. Scott tells us all about it! And Matter rolls out the 1.4.1 update that adds tap-to-pair setup via NFC and multi-device QR codes to speed up device onboarding. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Scott Johnson, Roger Chang, Joe. To read the show notes in a separate page click here! Support the show on Patreon by becoming a supporter!
Today, I am excited to welcome Jennifer Henczel. Jennifer is not my typical type of guest. She is a Canadian entrepreneur, and she has also been following Brian Johnson, who did plasma exchanges with his son and lives in pursuit of life extension. Jennifer has some thought-provoking and practical tips to share with us today. I connected with Jennifer through her Women in Podcasting group, where I was honored to be nominated for a Women in Podcasting award in the wellness category. Voting will take place in May 2025, and I'd be most grateful for your support. You will find the voting link in the show notes, and the QR code is available across my social media channels. Some Tips for Reducing Your Stress: Use the melt method with a foam roller to improve circulation and mobility Get enough good sleep Bioidentical natural hormone replacement therapy works well for menopausal women Listen to binaural beats and bilateral beats Jennifer Henczel's Bio: Jennifer Henczel is a podcaster, author, and founder of the Inspiring Innovators Club and the Women Podcasters Network, Show and Awards. Jennifer's mission is to lift women's voices and stories globally. Jennifer Henczel is known for her ability to build thriving, supportive, and collaborative communities and teaches others how to do the same. She loves creating opportunities for women to connect and collaborate in meaningful ways. Using her proprietary “Rise Reach Results Roadmap”, Jennifer provides tools, templates, and training to help her members generate more impact and influence. Jennifer speaks about her mindset, messaging, and monetization strategies for building communities, leveraging content, and turning expertise into multiple income streams. In this episode: Why self-care must come first if you want to be successful How Jennifer's network helped her husband shift from being an accident victim to becoming an international speaker How a circle of support and community involvement can benefit your personal and professional well-being The value of incorporating gratitude practices Why we need to take care of ourselves to achieve success The various modalities Jennifer and her husband incorporated into their lifestyle to support their recovery and successfully manifest their goals and desires. How podcasting helps build community The power of community and connection for achieving personal and professional success and improving longevity Relative Links for This Show: Vote for me for the Women Podcasters Awards in the Wellness Category Try Halo (Salt) Therapy for respiratory and skin health. Call 319-363-0033 to schedule your session. Use code ENERGY to get 10% off MITOCHONDRIAL COMPLEX Use code COQ10 to get 10% off COQ10 Guest Social Media Links: Jennifer Henczel on Facebook On Instagram On YouTube On Twitter On TikTok Women in Podcasting Facebook Group Women in Podcasting Show (Podcast) Women in Podcasting- Gifts Women Podcasters Network on LinkedIn Inspiring Innovators Show (Podcast) Inspiring Innovators Show - Gifts TEDx: Paul Henczel - Silencing Stigma through Storytelling Follow Your Longevity Blueprint On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast
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BONUS: Nesrine Changuel shares how to create emotionally connected, delightful products! In this BONUS episode, we explore the concept of product delight with Nesrine Changuel. Nesrine shares insights from her extensive experience at companies like Skype, Spotify, Google Meet, and Chrome to help us understand how to create lovable tech experiences that drive user loyalty and differentiation. We explore the Delight Grid Framework she created, and discuss the importance of emotional connection in product design. We also touch on practical ways to incorporate delight into everyday product decisions. The Essence of Delight in Products "Creating emotional connection between users and products... What I'm usually vocal about is that it's not enough to solve functional needs if you want to create sustainable growth, and more particularly if you want to have your users love the product and create habits using your product." Nesrine explains that while most companies know how to solve functional problems, truly delightful products go beyond functionality to create emotional connections with users. This connection comes from anticipating user needs and surprising them on both functional and emotional levels. She emphasizes that delight emerges when users experience both joy and surprise simultaneously, which is key to exceeding expectations and building brand loyalty. Moving Beyond User Complaints "Most features that are built in products are coming from users' complaints... What I'm trying to be clear about is that if you want to build an emotional connection, it's about opening up a little bit more of your source of opportunities." Many teams focus primarily on addressing user complaints, which puts them in a reactive position. Nesrine encourages organizations to anticipate user needs by engaging with users in comfortable environments before problems arise. She suggests looking beyond direct feature requests and investigating how users feel while using the product, how they experience the journey, and what emotions arise during the experience. This proactive approach opens new opportunities for creating delightful experiences that users may not explicitly request. In this segment we refer to the KANO model for categorizing product features. Understanding Emotional Demotivators: The Zoom Fatigue Example "I tried to interview many users and realized that, of course, with the fact that we all moved into video conferencing, some demotivators started to surface like boredom, low interaction, overwhelm. There was a term that started to show up at the time - it's called zoom fatigue." Nesrine shares how her team at Google Meet tackled emotional demotivators by first deeply understanding them. By investigating "Zoom fatigue," they discovered through Stanford research that one major cause was the fatigue from constantly seeing yourself on screen. This insight led them to develop the "minimize self view" feature, allowing users to broadcast their video without seeing themselves. This example demonstrates how understanding emotional pain points can lead to features that create delight by addressing unspoken needs. The Delight Grid Framework "We want to delight the users, but because we don't know how, we end up only doing performers or hygiene features." Nesrine introduces her Delight Grid Framework, which helps product teams balance functional and emotional needs. The framework begins by identifying emotional motivators through empathetic user research. These motivators are then placed in a grid alongside functional needs to classify features as: Low Delight: Features that only solve functional needs Surface Delight: Features that only address emotional needs (like celebratory animations) Deep Delight: Features that solve both functional needs and emotional motivators She emphasizes that the most successful products prioritize deep delight features, which create lasting emotional connections while solving real problems. Detecting Opportunities Through User Journey Mapping "I use customer journey maps... One of the elements is feelings... If you do the exercise very well and put the feeling element into your journey map, you can draw a line showing peak moments and valley moments - these are pivotal moments for connecting with users at the emotional level." Nesrine advocates for using customer journey maps to identify emotional highs and lows throughout the user experience. By focusing on these "pivotal moments," teams can find opportunities to amplify positive emotions or transform negative ones into delightful experiences. She encourages teams to celebrate positive emotional peaks with users and find ways to turn valleys into more positive experiences. Real-World Example: Restaurant QR Code Payment "The waiter came with a note, and on the note, there is a QR code... What a relief that experience was! I've been very, very surprised, and they turned that moment of frustration and fear into something super fun." Nesrine shares a delightful dining experience where a restaurant transformed the typically frustrating moment of splitting the bill by providing a QR code that led to an app where diners could easily select what they ordered and pay individually. This example illustrates how identifying emotional pain points (bill-splitting anxiety) and addressing them can turn a negative experience into a memorable, delightful one that creates loyal customers. Creating a Culture of Delight Across Teams "It's very important to have the same language. If the marketing team believes in emotional connection, and the designer believes in emotional connection, and then suddenly engineers and PMs don't even know what you're talking about, that creates a gap." For delight to become central to product development, Nesrine emphasizes the importance of creating a shared language and understanding across all teams. This shared vision ensures everyone from designers to engineers is aligned on the goal of creating emotionally connected experiences, allowing for better collaboration and more cohesive product development. Recommended Reading Nesrine refers us to Emotional Design by Don Norman Designing for emotion, by Aaron Walter And Dan Olsen's The Lean Product Playbook About Nesrine Changuel Nesrine Changuel is a product leader, coach, and author with over a decade of experience at Skype, Spotify, Google Meet, and Chrome. She specializes in designing emotionally connected, delightful products. Her book, Delight, introduces a framework for creating lovable tech experiences that drive user loyalty and differentiation. You can link with Nesrine Changuel on LinkedIn and follow Nesrine's website.
Brainfluence host Roger Dooley sits down with marketing thought leader and bestselling author Mark Schaefer, who returns to the show with insights from his latest book, Audacious. Mark shares his unique approach to writing—how each of his books is inspired by real problems facing marketers—and discusses the existential challenges and opportunities posed by AI-driven marketing. Discover how both brands and individuals can stand out in an age of overwhelming content, why out-humaning AI is the key to survival, and what it means to be “audacious” in a world often dominated by the dull and predictable. From tangible examples, like the unforgettable fiberglass pig in a barbecue joint and Liquid Death's disruptive branding, to innovative uses of AI and QR codes, Mark offers practical strategies for earning attention, regardless of budget. He also tackles the importance of organizational culture, the role of fear in stifling creativity, and the critical connection between personal branding and professional audacity. Whether you're a marketer, entrepreneur, or just hungry for the latest thinking on breaking through the noise, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable advice you won't want to miss. Audacious on Amazon - https://amzn.to/4k55iqp Connect with Mark: Website - https://businessesgrow.com/ X - https://x.com/markwschaefer LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markwschaefer Show notes, audio, text, links - https://www.rogerdooley.com/audacious-mark-schaefer/ Connect with Roger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dooley/ Website: https://www.rogerdooley.com Mark W. Schaefer is a globally recognized keynote speaker, educator, business consultant, and bestselling author of ten books. With over 30 years of experience in global sales, PR, and marketing, he serves as the Executive Director of Schaefer Marketing Solutions and holds faculty positions at Rutgers University and the University of Tennessee. Known for insightful and practical books like Audacious, which addresses navigating the AI world, and KNOWN, considered the world's number one book on personal branding, his work is used as textbooks at over 70 universities and translated into 15 languages. Schaefer's blog {grow} is hailed as one of the top marketing blogs in the world, and he is the founder and co-host of The Marketing Companion, one of the top 10 marketing podcasts. He consults for diverse clients from successful start-ups to global brands. His work often focuses on helping marketers rise above the noise by emphasizing humanity and finding ways to stand out in the digital age and amidst the rise of AI.
We've officially joined the YouTube Partner Club! After grinding since 2008, juggling podcasts, vlogs, and random magic tricks, our channel hit the golden subscriber and watch-hour marks. Huge thanks to the 2,000+ of you who clicked “subscribe,” even though 67% of you apparently still haven't—seriously, what are we doing? Hit that button, ring the bell, and join the fam so we can analyze those new analytics together.All day every day I'm winning on Twitter. Want free stuff? Follow me: I stick to three rules—follow only the host and one other account, comment once (max one friend tag), and skip any extra hoops. That's how I snag Sheetz snack vouchers, a holographic Articuno card, and now… a one-of-one Saul Goodman apron straight from the Breaking Bad set. He's legit-verified, sent me a selfie request, and I'm flaunting Gustavo Fring's apron like it's the crown jewels. What are we doing? Follow, comment, win.The latest Internet obsession: can 100 men really take down a silverback gorilla with fists only? I dove into TikTok's “science,” debunked the timid 50% who'd bail after the first crack, and weighed bone density vs. human stamina. Spoiler: the gorilla would mop the floor with most of us… until exhaustion levels the playing field. But is this really peak 2025 entertainment? If you've paused your fiancé mid-text about this debate, you're officially part of the tribe. What are we doing?Big ups to DudeRobe.com—the coziest post-shower robes that belong in every closet (even yours, ladies). Think built-in towel liner, permanent belt, pockets for vape pens, and shark-tank cred. Use code WAWD at checkout for 20% off ‘cause Jonathan overpaid so you don't have to. Summer's coming: get your slides, lounge shorts, and robes lined up. What are we doing? Relax in style.Wiz Khalifa AppreciationIs Wiz Khalifa top ten rapper territory? Hell yes. We revisited his mixtape days, his weed empire, and the absurdly fire “Llama Llama Red Pajama” rap challenge—where he spits a kid's bedtime book over a beat so seamlessly it could melt your brain. If you think anyone else could nail nursery rhyme bars at 90 BPM, you're wrong. Google the freestyle after listening, but trust me, no one drops lines like Z's kush king. What are we doing?Magic heist or circus on a cruise ship? The trailer for Now You See Me 3 (yes, that's the real title) just crashed into the Internet. Daniel Atlas is back with fresh Horsemen recruits, minus most of the originals (RIP Woody?), planning a grand diamond heist against a terrorist clique. It's Fast & Furious meets card tricks—predictable twists, overstuffed CGI, and an eyeful of “diamonds are forever” cringe. November 14, 2025, get your tickets or stock up on popcorn. What are we doing?Our girl Katy blasted off with Blue Origin, then touched down to admit regret—because apparently floating 350,000 feet up isn't as fun as it looked. She channeled that budget-Air energy into the “Lifetime's Tour” (great name—really sells it), complete with audience-voted surprise songs via QR codes and white-girl twerking that defies anatomy. Ticket prices start at $350, so unless you want to see her wrestle aliens on wires, maybe skip this spectacle. What are we doing?Join the Conversation• Subscribe for more absurdity• Like if you lol'd at the gorilla debate• Comment your Twitter hack wins• Share with that friend who still hasn't subscribedStay ConnectedFind us on YouTube, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook for clips, shorts, and bonus rants. We're rolling out new content daily—so don't sleep on the podcast feed, or you might catch COVID… again.Thanks for sticking around. Hit that subscribe button (really), grab your Dude Robe code WAWD, and keep asking yourself: What are we doing?*************************************************************✅DUDEROBE - PROMO CODE: WAWD 20% OFFhttps://duderobe.com - promo code: WAWD*************************************************************
The Exodus Way E13 (Bonus Interview) — The exodus from Egypt was a foundational story for ancient Israel, but without a special group of seven often overlooked women, the exodus would have never happened! In this episode, Jon and Tim have a conversation with BibleProject Scholarship Fellow Tamara Knudson about the seven women in Exodus 1-4 who save Moses—and by extension—all of Israel.View all of our resources for The Exodus Way →CHAPTERSIntroducing Tamara and the Seven Women of Exodus 1-4 (0:00-6:29)The Two Midwives and Moses' Mother (6:29-21:20)Pharaoh's Daughter and Moses' Sister, Miriam (21:20-31:08)Zipporah, Moses' Wife (31:08-46:39)Other Books of the Bible That Start With Women (46:39-54:54)REFERENCED RESOURCESRead the BibleProject article that Tamara contributed to: “7 Powerful Women in the Bible Who Help Rescue God's People.”Tim references a previous Q+R episode, “Did God Try To Kill Moses?” where they responded to an audience member's question about Exodus 4:24-26.Tamara references Carmen Imes' Exodus Overview Classroom course.You can view annotations for this episode—plus our entire library of videos, podcasts, articles, and classes—in the BibleProject app, available for Android and iOS.Check out Tim's extensive collection of recommended books here.SHOW MUSIC“Hope in the Morning ft. CRFT & GXNXSIS” by Lofi Sunday“Redeemer ft. Cassidy Godwin” by Lofi Sunday“That Gospel ft. Bobcat” by Lofi Sunday“Eden Dreaming ft. sxxnt.” by Lofi SundayBibleProject theme song by TENTSSHOW CREDITSProduction of today's episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer, who edited today's episode and also provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty does our show notes, and Hannah Woo provides the annotations for our app. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie. Special thanks to Tamara Knudson.Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
What does it take to build a thriving farm business while raising a family and stewarding the land for the next generation? Today on the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Kyle Becker, owner of Becker Farms in Moorland, Indiana. Since 2007, Kyle and his wife, Emily, have grown their farm from a small freezer beef operation into a diversified livestock farm offering beef, pork, chicken, turkey, eggs, and local milk. In addition to running the farm, Kyle works as a food animal veterinarian, serving dairy and beef farms across Indiana and Ohio. With a deep focus on soil health, responsible stewardship, and producing nutrient-dense food, the Beckers are committed to providing safe, high-quality products to their community. Tune in to hear how Kyle balances farming, veterinary work, and family life — and why soil health is at the root of it all. In This Episode, You'll Hear: Farm beginnings: Kyle shares the story behind Becker Farms and their mission to raise safe, healthy meats [1:32] Land and livestock: How they manage their acreage and raise multiple animal proteins [11:50] USDA challenges: Kyle's perspective on the regulatory hurdles farmers face [18:53] Indiana regulations: The specific rules that impact their farm operations [27:52] Bird flu impacts: How Becker Farms navigated the challenges of avian influenza outbreaks [28:38] Turkey production: What raising and marketing turkeys looks like on their farm [36:34] Marketing strategies: How Becker Farms connects with customers through farmers markets and online sales [39:56] Words of wisdom: Kyle's advice for beginning farmers and lessons learned along the way [49:53] Don't miss this episode if you're curious about building a diversified livestock operation and creating a meaningful connection with your community through high-quality, local food! Connect with Becker Farms:
The first 100 days of the Trump presidency have arrived, and both friend and foe, supporter and detractor, all admit, we have never seen a presidency quite like this. We're going to take a look at the first 100 days of this historic administration, and see how it's all just the beginning!--Go to https://TryFum.com/STEVETURLEY or scan the QR code and use code STEVETURLEY to get your free FÜM Base when you order your Journey Pack today!*The content presented by sponsors may contain affiliate links. When you click and shop the links, Turley Talks may receive a small commission.*Leave a message for Steve! Call now! 717-844-5984Highlights:"Trump's top achievement over these last 100 days is the southern border. Even the Washington Times, which has a penchant for Never-Trumpism, is admitting that Trump did in literally an hour what the Biden administration was unwilling to do in four years.”“Trump is already bringing in billions of dollars because of the tariffs, and we're already getting reports that China is folding and is ready to negotiate a deal.” Timestamps: [03:45] Record-setting executive orders and full-scale border security enforcement[08:18] Arrests and mass deportations of illegal migrants [09:09] The death of the New Green Deal and how Trump revolutionized energy [10:28] DOGE Economic reshaping: trade renegotiations, tariffs, and debt reduction[11:00] Cultural reforms: DEI dismantling, federal gender recognition policies, and pressure on woke universities--Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and/or leave a review.FOLLOW me on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/DrTurleyTalksSign up for the 'New Conservative Age Rising' Email Alerts to get lots of articles on conservative trends: https://turleytalks.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter**The use of any copyrighted material in this podcast is done so for educational and informational purposes only including parody, commentary, and criticism. See Hosseinzadeh v. Klein, 276 F.Supp.3d 34 (S.D.N.Y. 2017); Equals Three, LLC v. Jukin Media, Inc., 139 F. Supp. 3d 1094 (C.D. Cal. 2015). It is believed that this constitutes a "fair use" of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law.
Ravi Pratap Maddimsetty lives in Bangalore with his family. Early on, he joined startups where his friends worked, in order to get to know the landscape of how they functioned. He fell in love with the tech, team and early innings of building a business - so much so, that he eventually started his own. He has been an entrepreneur for 15 years - or in the woods, as he says. But outside of tech, he's married with 2 girls. He loves spending time with his family, playing tennis, being outdoors or skiing.Ten years ago, Ravi was riding the wave of smartphones, tinkering with numerous technological solutions to connect users to their world via their smartphone. After moving through beacons, NFC, GPS and others - they started to think about how they could use the camera, which was on every device, to read QR codes.This is the creation story of Uniqode.SponsorsMailtrapSpeakeasyQA WolfSnapTradeLinkshttps://www.uniqode.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravipratapm/Our Sponsors:* Check out Vanta: https://vanta.com/CODESTORY* Check out Vanta: https://vanta.com/CODESTORYSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/code-story/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Embark on a celestial journey tonight as Matt guides you through the vast expanse of the night sky in this soothing sleep story. Prepare to travel amongst the stars, exploring the constellations that have captivated humanity for millennia. Imagine yourself lying comfortably beneath the heavens on a warm evening, the stars twinkling like distant fireflies. Feel the gentle night air as you connect with the awe and wonder felt by ancient civilizations who gazed upon these same cosmic patterns, weaving myths and legends into the very fabric of the universe.Allow the gentle cadence of Matt's voice and the imagery of the endless cosmos to draw you into a state of profound relaxation. Give yourself permission to release the burdens of the day, letting go of worries and tension as you float in this serene space. Feel the calming influence of the distant stars, their steady light washing over you like a soothing balm, reminding you of your place within the grand, beautiful mystery. Let the tranquility of the universe guide you effortlessly towards a deep, peaceful, and restorative night's sleep.Tired of untrustworthy protein shakes? Show sponsor Puori prioritizes quality: hormone-free, GMO-free, and pesticide-free. Every batch is third-party tested for 200+ contaminants - you can even scan the QR code for lab results! Matt recommends the addictive dark chocolate flavor with 21g of protein. Ready to experience the Puori difference? Matt's listeners get 20% off, so visit puori.com/mattwalker today!Matt: Instagram @drmattwalker, X @sleepdiplomat, YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@sleepdiplomatmattwalker9299