Podcasts about Quantity

Every founder needs to hear this: A Bad Investor is Worse Than No Investor. Before you start chasing venture capital, you must understand the risks. In this interview, M&A expert Scott Kelly explains why bootstrapped founders of seven, eight, and even nine-figure brands often love their lives, while many VC-backed founders are miserably stressed. We break down the cautionary tale of FanDuel, whose founders got "little or nothing" after raising hundreds of millions, versus MailChimp, whose founders kept 98% of the proceeds from their exit after bootstrapping. This is a must-watch for any entrepreneur deciding how to fund their business.Book a 1-on-1 advisory session with me to apply these principles to your business: https://calendly.com/wltb/advisory

Let us know what you enjoy about the show!This short, restorative meditation guides listeners through a heart-centered practice designed to help them center themselves and shift their energy in under five minutes.• Quality over quantity: even brief moments of focused breathing can be transformative• Simple body relaxation techniques including softening shoulders, jaw, and forehead• Heart-centered visualization with a warm, steady light that expands with each breath• Gentle physical movements to transition back to daily activities• Reminder that restoration doesn't require lengthy practice, just presenceCarry this sense of calm and restoration with you throughout the rest of your day. Namaste, my friends.If you are enjoying the show please subscribe, share and review! Word of mouth is incredibly impactful and your support is much appreciated! Support the show

Join AFM here00:00 Navigating Self-Employment Challenges03:06 Building an Online Business: The Gym Floor Dilemma05:43 Taking Your Business Seriously08:34 Overcoming the Fear of Embarrassment in Business11:33 Quality vs. Quantity in Content Creation14:19 Outsourcing: What to Delegate and What to Keep17:22 The Responsibility of Business Ownership20:19 Creating a Sense of Community in Business

Have a question? Click here. In this episode, we are digging into 10 foundational health pillars that here at Graced Heath, we believe are super helpful to be prioritized before diving into biohacking and trendy wellness advice. Using a house-building analogy, you'll hear me (hi, it's Amy!) emphasize getting the "foundation" right before focusing on the "decorative details" of health optimization. You'll hear in today's episode:1. Why you actually don't have to do "all the health things" 2. Why I recommend focusing on these foundational elements before pursuing biohacking trends 3.  How these foundations are research-backed and more impactful than trendy supplements or restrictive eating 4. My thoughts on ten super basic, but key, health promoting habitsResearch for Today's Episodehttps://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/healthy-habits-can-lengthen-lifehttps://news.stanford.edu/stories/2020/11/deep-faith-beneficial-healthMy Book: Your Worthy BodyEpisodes DiscussedSimple Ways to Increase Your Sleep Quality and Quantity with Sleep Coach Morgan AdamsProtein Series Began September 2024Why Now is the Perfect Time to Integrate the Blue Zone LifestyleRecommended Graced Health Episodes on Managing Stress:Exhausted, Overwhelmed, and Over 40? Here's Why Your Body's Stress Response Has Changed with Marcyline BaileyBeyond Barbie-Style Self-Care: Transforming Your Nervous System's Response to Calling with Janice McWilliamsMeditation Myths Busted: A Guide to Everyday Mindfulness with Ann SwansonLearn more about Strong and Vibrant at Home: Strength Training and Wellness for Christian Women in Perimenopause and Beyond at GracedHealth.com/StrongAndVibrantUse code PODCAST to receive $50 off the price. Nourished Notes Bi-Weekly Newsletter 30+ Non-Gym Ways to Improve Your Health (free download)Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Instagram: @GracedHealthYouTube: @AmyConnell

Today on episode 261, Josh Luck and Jacob Sklenar sit down with Dr. Craig Harper to discuss his recent publication "Soil quality does not predict plant nutrition available to white-tailed deer". Topics discussed in this episode include. - Challenging the Conventional Wisdom of Soil Quality and Deer Size - Findings on Plant Nutrition and Soil Quality - Importance of Quantity of High-Quality Food and Critical Nutritional Periods - Mechanism Behind Deer Size and Soil Quality Correlation - Application of Research for Public Land Hunters - And much more! Soil Quality publication: ⁠Here⁠ Take time to visit out sponsors! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hawke Optics - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ USE CODE MHP15 AT CHECKOUT FOR A DISCOUNT! Brush Creek Monsters Scents - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Satties LLC - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We would love to hear your thoughts on this one as well so feel free to hit us up in the email or send us a message! If you haven't already check out our YouTube page and subscribe! As always if you enjoy listening to the podcast please like, share, and give us 5 stars on any of the major podcast platforms we are found on. Hear something we missed? Let us know what we are doing wrong or doing right, or if you have a question; Email us at Richardcates@themobilehuntersexpo.com Happy Hunting and Tight Lines!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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BT and Sal ripped into the Mets' decision to stick with a six-man, or even seven-man, rotation despite a lack of quality arms. They argued that this "strategy" is a detriment to the team, as it only serves to create more opportunities for subpar pitchers to fail. Sal expressed frustration that the team is not consolidating around their best pitchers, while BT questioned the logic of extending the rotation when the Mets have a surplus of bad starters, not good ones. They also took aim at the struggles of high-profile relievers like Ryan Helsley, suggesting that the team's entire pitching staff is a mess of underperformance and misused talent.

Here's the thing. Generative AI for visuals has shifted from a party trick to everyday craftwork, and few people sit closer to that shift than Ofir Bibi, VP of Research at Lightricks.  In this conversation, I wanted to understand how a company famous for Facetune, Photoleap, and Videoleap is building for a future where creators expect speed, control, and choice without a headache. What I found was a story about building core technology that serves real creative workflows, not the other way around. Ofir traces Lightricks' journey from clever on-device tricks that made small screens feel powerful to today's foundation models running in the cloud. The constant thread is usability. Making complex editing feel simple requires smart decisions in the background, and that mindset has shaped everything from their early mobile apps to LTX Studio, the company's multi-model creative platform. Across the last three years, generative features moved from novelty to necessity, and that reality forced a bigger question: when do you stop stitching together other people's models and start crafting your own? That question led to LTXV, an open-source video generation model designed for speed, efficiency, and control. Ofir explains why Lightricks built it from scratch and why they shared the weights and trainer with the community. The result is a fast feedback loop where researchers, developers, and even competitors try ideas on a model that runs on consumer-grade hardware and can generate clips faster than they can be watched. The new LTXV 2B Distilled build continues that push toward quicker iteration and creator-friendly control, including arbitrary frame conditioning that suits animation and keyframe-driven workflows. We also talk about the changing data diet for training. Quantity is out. Quality and preparation matter. Licensed, high-aesthetic datasets and tighter curation produce models that understand prompts, motion, and physics with fewer weird edges. That discipline shows up in the product too. LTX Studio blends Lightricks tech with options from partners like Google's Veo and Black Forest Labs' Flux, then steers users toward the right model for the job through thoughtful UI. If you want the sharpest single shot, you can choose it. If you want fast, iterative tweaks for storytelling, LTXV is front and center. Looking ahead, Ofir sees a near future where models become broader and more multimodal, while creators and enterprises ask for local and on-prem options that keep data closer to home. That makes efficiency a feature, not a footnote. If you care about the craft of making, not just the spectacle, this episode offers a grounded view of how AI can actually serve creators. It left me convinced that speed and control are the real differentiators, and that open source can be a very practical way to get both. ********* Visit the Sponsor of Tech Talks Network: Land your first job  in tech in 6 months as a Software QA Engineering Bootcamp with Careerist https://crst.co/OGCLA

Is your dancer convinced they need more classes—more ballet, more privates, more conventions—to succeed? The truth is, more hours don't always equal better results. In this episode of Dance Colleges and Careers, Brittany Noltimier breaks down why quality trumps quantity every single time.You'll learn:Why “just add another class” isn't the solution (and can even hold dancers back).How mindset and focus in class separate great dancers from the rest.Simple shifts you can make today to get more out of the hours you're already investing.Stop spinning your wheels and start seeing progress. Your dancer's growth isn't about doing more—it's about doing it better. If you're tired of doing more without results, the FAME Academy is where we go deeper. Learn the exact strategies your dancer needs to create lasting progress. Join us today at brittanynoltimier.com/fame.Support the showGot a question or story you'd like to share? Message me HERE, and your submission might even be featured in an upcoming episode!

Whenever we spend money, there's a tension in the air. Do we buy cheaper items so we have the resources to buy more, or do we focus our resources on buying fewer, but higher quality items? In today's episode, host Travis Shelton shares why he believes quality over quantity is almost always the right answer. Not only that, but buying more expensive items is often a cheaper long-term strategy. Podcast website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.travisshelton.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Daily Blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://travisshelton.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the Daily Blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://eepurl.com/gB07Ef Podcast Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/370457478238932⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Travis's Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/travis_shelton_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Travis's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/travissheltonco/YouTube:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCasnj17-bOl_CZ0Cb9czmyQTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meaning_over_money

Send us a textAlex Heiden, also known as NoCodeAlex, is a serial entrepreneur and a pioneer in the no-code movement. Learn about Alex's journey from creating his first company, Closify, to becoming a prominent figure in the no-code community. Expect to hear insights on the future of app development, the role of organic content in marketing, and the importance of focusing on core features when launching a new app. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned developer, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on innovation and growth in the digital age.Chapters00:00 The Rise of No-Code Development02:49 Navigating the App Development Landscape05:49 Marketing Strategies for Apps08:48 The Info Product vs. Software Debate11:48 Leveraging AI in Outreach15:09 Building a Personal Brand18:09 The Power of Cold Outreach21:00 Starting Your Entrepreneurial Journey23:59 Understanding WAP and Its Mission27:07 Exploring No-Code Tools29:47 The Importance of Skill Development32:47 YouTube as a Revenue Stream42:58 Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs in Content Creation44:59 The Importance of Effective YouTube Strategies46:51 Navigating Paid Ads vs. Organic Growth49:51 Maximizing Content Creation Efficiency52:20 The Power of Focused Work and Deep Work54:49 Sales Skills and Active Listening56:49 The Art of Creative Follow-Up in Sales01:00:00 Quality vs. Quantity in Content Creation01:01:55 Finding Your Passion in Content Creation01:10:38 Monetization Strategies for Content Creators01:19:29 Choosing the Right City for Your LifestyleConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

I was reading Brandon Sanderson's latest novel, Wind and Truth, when I came across a sentence that stopped me cold: "A stronger current makes for stronger fish."That's it. That's what entrepreneurship is.We're constantly encountering currents that either facilitate what we want to accomplish—the businesses we want to build, the lives we want to create—or they oppose us, trying to sweep us into dangerous waters. These currents change all the time. They vary in strength depending on where you are in your journey. And here's the thing: they're mostly invisible until you learn to feel them.Someone on Twitter asked me what my top three currents were after I shared this thought. It turned out to be a revealing exercise—assessing what I'm exposed to, what I'm dealing with, and how I'm navigating these forces. So let me share what I've discovered about the currents pulling at me as I build Podscan.This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.com — The Web Revenue Lab SeriesThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-currents-of-a-founder/The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/411-the-currents-of-a-founderCheck out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

My fellow pro-growth/progress/abundance Up Wingers,Global population growth is slowing, and it's not showing any signs of recovery. To the environmentalists of the 1970s, this may have seemed like a movement in the right direction. The drawbacks to population decline, however, are severe and numerous, and they're not all obvious.Today on Faster, Please! — The Podcast, I talk with economist and demographer Dean Spears about the depopulation trend that is transcending cultural barriers and ushering in a new global reality. We discuss the costs to the economy and human progress, and the inherent value of more people.Spears is an associate professor of economics at Princeton University where he studies demography and development. He is also the founding executive director of r.i.c.e., a nonprofit research organization seeking to uplift children in rural northern India. He is a co-author with Michael Geruso of After the Spike: Population, Progress, and the Case for People.In This Episode* Where we're headed (1:32)* Pumping the breaks (5:41)* A pro-parenting culture (12:40)* A place for AI (19:13)* Preaching to the pro-natalist choir (23:40)* Quantity and quality of life (28:48)Below is a lightly edited transcript of our conversation. Where we're headed (1:32). . . two thirds of people now live in a country where the birth rate is below the two children per two adults level that would stabilize the population.Pethokoukis: Who are you and your co-author trying to persuade and what are you trying to persuade them of? Are you trying to persuade them that global depopulation is a real thing, that it's a problem? Are you trying to persuade them to have more kids? Are you trying to persuade them to support a certain set of pro-child or pro-natalist policies?Spears: We are trying to persuade quite a lot of people of two important things: One is that global depopulation is the most likely future — and what global depopulation means is that every decade, every generation, the world's population will shrink. That's the path that we're on. We're on that path because birth rates are low and falling almost everywhere. It's one thing we're trying to persuade people of, that fact, and we're trying to persuade people to engage with a question of whether global depopulation is a future to welcome or whether we should want something else to happen. Should we let depopulation happen by default or could it be better to stabilize the global population at some appropriate level instead?We fundamentally think that this is a question that a much broader section of society, of policy discourse, of academia should be talking about. We shouldn't just be leaving this discussion to the population scientists, demographic experts, not only to the people who already are worried about, or talking about low birth rates, but this is important enough and unprecedented enough that everybody should be engaging in this question. Whatever your ongoing values or commitments, there's a place for you in this conversation.Is it your impression that the general public is aware of this phenomenon? Or are they still stuck in the '70s thinking that population is running amok and we'll have 30 billion people on this planet like was the scenario in the famous film, Soylent Green? I feel like the people I know are sort of aware that this is happening. I don't know what your experience is.I think it's changing fast. I think more and more people are aware that birth rates are falling. I don't think that people are broadly aware — because when you hear it in the news, you might hear that birth rates in the United States have fallen low or birth rates in South Korea have fallen low. I think what not everybody knows is that two thirds of people now live in a country where the birth rate is below the two children per two adults level that would stabilize the population.I think people don't know that the world's birth rate has fallen from an average around five in 1950 to about 2.3 today, and that it's still falling and that people just haven't engaged with the thought that there's no special reason to expect it to stop and hold it to. But the same processes that have been bringing birth rates down will continue to bring them down, and people don't know that there's no real automatic stabilizer to expect it to come back up. Of the 26 countries that have had the lifetime birth rate fall below 1.9, none of them have had it go back up to two.That's a lot of facts that are not as widely known as they should be, but then the implication of it, that if the world's birth rate goes below two and stays there, we're going to have depopulation generation after generation. I think for a lot of people, they're still in the mindset that depopulation is almost conceptually impossible, that either we're going to have population growth or something else like zero population growth like people might've talked about in the '70s. But the idea that a growth rate of zero is just a number and then that it's not going to stop there, it's going to go negative, I think that's something that a lot of people just haven't thought about.Pumping the breaks (5:41)We wrote this book because we hope that there will be an alternative to depopulation society will choose, but there's no reason to expect or believe that it's going happen automatically.You said there's no automatic stabilizers — at first take, that sounds like we're going to zero. Is there a point where the global population does hit a stability point?No, that's just the thing.So we're going to zero?Well, “there's no automatic stabilizer” isn't the same thing as “we're definitely going to zero.” It could be that society comes together and decides to support parenting, invest more in the next generation, invest more in parents and families, and do more to help people choose to be parents. We wrote this book because we hope that there will be an alternative to depopulation society will choose, but there's no reason to expect or believe that it's going happen automatically. In no country where the birth rate has gone to two has it just magically stopped and held there forever.I think a biologist might say that the desire to reproduce, that's an evolved drive, and even if right now we're choosing to have smaller families, that biological urge doesn't vanish. We've had population, fertility rates, rise and fall throughout history — don't you think that there is some sort of natural stabilizer?We've had fluctuations throughout history, but those fluctuations have been around a pretty long and pretty widely-shared downward trend. Americans might be mostly only now hearing about falling birth rates because the US was sort of anomalous amongst richer countries and having a relatively flat period from the 1970s to around 2010 or so, whereas birth rates were falling in other countries, they weren't falling in the US in the same way, but they were falling in the US before then, they're falling in the US since then, and when you plot it over the long history with other countries, it's clear that, for the world as a whole, as long as we've had records, not just for decades, but for centuries, we've seen birth rates be falling. It's not just a new thing, it's a very long-term trend.It's a very widely-shared trend because humans are unlike other animals in the important way that we make decisions. We have culture, we have rationality, we have irrationality, we have all of these. The reason the population grew is because we've learned how to keep ourselves and our children alive. We learned how to implement sanitation, implement antibiotics, implement vaccines, and so more of the children who were born survived even as the birth rate was falling all along. Other animals don't do that. Other animals don't invent sanitation systems and antibiotics and so I think that we can't just reason immediately from other animal populations to what's going to happen to humans.I think one can make a plausible case that, even if you think that this is a problem — and again, it's a global problem, or a global phenomenon, advanced countries, less-advanced countries — that it is a phenomenon of such sweep that if you're going to say we need to stabilize or slow down, that it would take a set of policies of equal sweep to counter it. Do those actually exist?No. Nobody has a turnkey solution. There's nothing shovel-ready here. In fact, it's too early to be talking about policy solutions or “here's my piece of legislation, here's what the government should do” because we're just not there yet, both in terms of the democratic process of people understanding the situation and there even being a consensus that stabilization, at some level, would be better than depopulation, nor are we there yet on having any sort of answer that we can honestly recommend as being tested and known to be something that will reliably stabilize the population.I think the place to start is by having conversations like this one where we get people to engage with the evidence, and engage with the question, and just sort of move beyond a reflexive welcoming of depopulation by default and start thinking about, well, what are the costs of people and what are the benefits of people? Would we be better off in a future that isn't depopulating over the long run?The only concrete step I can think of us taking right now is adapting the social safety net to a new demographic reality. Beyond that, it seems like there might have to be a cultural shift of some kind, like a large-scale religious revival. Or maybe we all become so rich that we have more time on our hands and decide to have more kids. But do you think at some point someone will have a concrete solution to bring global fertility back up to 2.1 or 2.2?Look at it like this: The UN projects that the peak will be about six decades from now in 2084. Of course, I don't have a crystal ball, I don't know that it's going to be 2084, but let's take that six-decades timeline seriously because we're not talking about something that's going to happen next year or even next decade.But six decades ago, people were aware that — or at least leading scientists and even some policymakers were aware that climate change was a challenge. The original computations by Arrhenius of the radiative forcing were long before that. You have the Johnson speech to Congress, you have Nixon and the EPA. People were talking about climate change as a challenge six decades ago, but if somebody had gotten on their equivalent of a podcast and said, “What we need to do is immediately get rid of the internal combustion engine,” they would've been rightly laughed out of the room because that would've been the wrong policy solution at that time. That would've been jumping to the wrong solution. Instead, what we needed to do was what we've done, which is the science, the research, the social change that we're now at a place where emissions per person in the US have been falling for 20 years and we have technologies — wind, and solar, and batteries — that didn't exist before because there have been decades of working on it.So similarly, over the next six decades, let's build the research, build the science, build the social movement, discover things we don't know, more social science, more awareness, and future people will know more than you and I do about what might be constructive responses to this challenge, but only if we start talking about it now. It's not a crisis to panic about and do the first thing that comes to mind. This is a call to be more thoughtful about the future.A pro-parenting culture (12:40)The world's becoming more similar in this important way that the difference across countries and difference across societies is getting smaller as birth rates converge downward.But to be clear, you would like people to have more kids.I would like for us to get on a path where more people who want to be parents have the sort of support, and environment, and communities they need to be able to choose that. I would like people to be thinking about all of this when they make their family decisions. I'd like the rest of us to be thinking about this when we pitch in and do more to help us. I don't think that anybody's necessarily making the wrong decision for themselves if they look around and think that parenting is not for them or having more children is not for them, but I think we might all be making a mistake if we're not doing more to support parents or to recognize the stake we have in the next generation.But all those sorts of individual decisions that seem right for an individual or for a couple, combined, might turn into a societal decision.Absolutely. I'm an economics professor. We call this “externalities,” where there are social benefits of something that are different from the private costs and benefits. If I decide that I want to drive and I contribute to traffic congestion, then that's an externality. At least in principle, we understand what to do about that: You share the cost, you share the benefits, you help the people internalize the social decision.It's tied up in the fact that we have a society where some people we think of as doing care work and some people we think of as doing important work. So we've loaded all of these costs of making the next generation on people during the years of their parenting and especially on women and mothers. It's understandable that, from a strictly economic point of view, somebody looks at that and thinks, “The private costs are greater than the private benefits. I'm not going to do that.” It's not my position to tell somebody that they're wrong about that. What you do in a situation like that is share and lighten that burden. If there's a social reason to solve traffic congestion, then you solve it with public policy over the long run. If the social benefits of there being a flourishing next generation are greater than people are finding in their own decision making, then we need to find the ways to invest in families, invest in parenting, lift and share those burdens so that people feel like they can choose to be parents.I would think there's a cultural component here. I am reminded of a book by Jonathan Last about this very issue in which he talks about Old Town Alexandria here in Virginia, how, if you go to Old Town, you can find lots of stores selling stuff for dogs, but if you want to buy a baby carriage, you can't find anything.Of course, that's an equilibrium outcome, but go on.If we see a young couple pushing a stroller down the street and inside they have a Chihuahua — as society, or you personally, would you see that and “Think that's wrong. That seems like a young couple living in a nice area, probably have plenty of dough, they can afford daycare, and yet they're still not going to have a kid and they're pushing a dog around a stroller?” Should we view that as something's gone wrong with our society?My own research is about India. My book's co-authored with Mike Geruso. He studies the United States more. I'm more of an expert on India.Paul Ehrlich, of course, begins his book, The Population Bomb, in India.Yes, I know. He starts with this feeling of being too crowded with too many people. I say in the book that I almost wonder if I know the exact spot where he has that experience. I think it's where one of my favorite shops are for buying scales and measuring tape for measuring the health of children in Uttar Pradesh. But I digress about Paul Ehrlich.India now, where Paul Ehrlich was worried about overpopulation, is now a society with an average birth rate below two kids per two adults. Even Uttar Pradesh, the big, disadvantaged, poor state where I do my work in research, the average young woman there says that they want an average of 1.9 children. This is a place where society and culture is pretty different from the United States. In the US, we're very accustomed to this story of work and family conflict, and career conflicts, especially for women, and that's probably very important in a lot of people's lives. But that's not what's going on in India where female labor force participation is pretty low. Or you hear questions about whether this is about the decline of religiosity, but India is a place where religion is still very important to a lot of people's lives. Marriage is almost universal. Marriage happens early. People start their childbearing careers in their early twenties, and you still see people having an average below two kids. They start childbearing young and they end childbearing young.Similarly, in Latin America, where religiosity, at least as reported in surveys, remains pretty high, but Latin America is at an average of 1.8, and it's not because people are delaying fertility until they're too old to get pregnant. You see a lot of people having permanent contraception surgery, tubal obligations.And so this cultural story where people aren't getting married, they're starting too late, they're putting careers first, it doesn't match the worldwide diversity. These diverse societies we're seeing are all converging towards low birth rates. The world's becoming more similar in this important way that the difference across countries and difference across societies is getting smaller as birth rates converge downward. So I don't think we can easily point towards any one cultural for this long-term and widely shared trend.A place for AI (19:13)If AI in the future is a compliment to what humans produce . . . if AI is making us more productive, then it's all the bigger loss to have fewer people.At least from an economic perspective, I think you can make the case: fewer people, less strain on resources, you're worried about workers, AI-powered robots are going to be doing a lot of work, and if you're worried about fewer scientists, the scientists we do have are going to have AI-powered research assistants.Which makes the scientists more important. Many technologies over history have been compliments to what humans do, not substitutes. If AI in the future is a compliment to what humans produce — scientific research or just the learning by doing that people do whenever they're engaging in an enterprise or trying to create something — if AI is making us more productive, then it's all the bigger loss to have fewer people.To me, the best of both worlds would be to have even more scientists plus AI. But isn't the fear of too few people causing a labor shortage sort of offset by AI and robotics? Maybe we'll have plenty of technology and capital to supply the workers we do have. If that's not the worry, maybe the worry is that the human experience is simply worse when there are fewer children around.You used the term “plenty of,” and I think that sort of assumes that there's a “good enough,” and I want to push back on that because I think what matters is to continue to make progress towards higher living standards, towards poverty alleviation, towards longer, better, healthier, safer, richer lives. What matters is whether we're making as much progress as we could towards an abundant, rich, safe, healthy future. I think we shouldn't let ourselves sloppily accept a concept of “good enough.” If we're not making the sort of progress that we could towards better lives, then that's a loss, and that matters for people all around the world.We're better off for living in a world with other people. Other people are win-win: Their lives are good for them and their lives are good for you. Part of that, as you say, is people on the supply side of the economy, people having the ideas and the realizations that then can get shared over and over again. The fact that ideas are this non-depletable resource that don't get used up but might never be discovered if there aren't people to discover them. That's one reason people are important on the supply side of the economy, but other people are also good for you on the demand side of the economy.This is very surprising because people think that other people are eating your slice of the pie, and if there are more other people, there's less for me. But you have to ask yourself, why does the pie exist in the first place? Why is it worth some baker's while to bake a pie that I could get a slice of? And that's because there were enough people wanting slices of pie to make it worth paying the fixed costs of having a bakery and baking a whole pie.In other words, you're made better off when other people want and need the same things that you want and need because that makes it more likely for it to exist. If you have some sort of specialized medical need and need specialized care, you're going to be more likely to find it in a city where there are more other people than in a less-populated rural place, and you're going to be more likely to find it in a course of history where there have been more other people who have had the same medical need that you do so that it's been worthwhile for some sort of cure to exist. The goodness of other people for you isn't just when they're creating things, it's also when they're just needing the same things that you do.And, of course, if you think that getting to live a good life is a good thing, that there's something valuable about being around to have good experiences, that a world of more people having good experiences has more goodness in it than a world of fewer people having good experiences in it. That's one thing that counts, and it's one important consideration for why a stabilized future might be better than a depopulating future. Now, I don't expect everyone to immediately agree with that, but I do think that the likelihood of depopulation should prompt us to ask that question.Preaching to the pro-natalist choir (23:40)If you are already persuaded listening to this, then go strike up a conversation with somebody.Now, listening to what you just said, which I thought was fantastic, you're a great explainer, that is wonderful stuff — but I couldn't help but think, as you explained that, that you end up spending a lot of time with people who, because they read the New York Times, they may understand that the '70s population fears aren't going to happen, that we're not going to have a population of 30 billion that we're going to hit, I don't know, 10 billion in the 2060s and then go down. And they think, “Well, that's great.”You have to spend a lot of time explaining to them about the potential downsides and why people are good, when like half the population in this country already gets it: “You say ‘depopulation,' you had us at the word, ‘depopulation.'” You have all these people who are on the right who already think that — a lot of people I know, they're there.Is your book an effective tool to build on that foundation who already think it's an issue, are open to policy ideas, does your book build on that or offer anything to those people?I think that, even if this is something that people have thought about before, a lot of how people have thought about it is in terms of pension plans, the government's budget, the age structure, the nearer-term balance of workers to retirees.There's plenty of people on the right who maybe they're aware of those things, but also think that it really is kind of a The Children of Men argument. They just think a world with more children is better. A world where the playgrounds are alive is better — and yes, that also may help us with social security, but there's a lot of people for whom you don't have to even make that economic argument. That seems to me that that would be a powerful team of evangelists — and I mean it in a nonreligious way — evangelists for your idea that population is declining and there are going to be some serious side effects.If you are already persuaded listening to this, then go strike up a conversation with somebody. That's what we want to have happen. I think minds are going to be changed in small batches on this one. So if you're somebody who already thinks this way, then I encourage you to go out there and start a conversation. I think not everybody, even people who think about population for a living — for example, one of the things that we engage with in the book is the philosophy of population ethics, or population in social welfare as economists might talk about it.There have been big debates there over should we care about average wellbeing? Should we care about total wellbeing? Part of what we're trying to say in the book is, one, we think that some of those debates have been misplaced or are asking what we don't think are the right questions, but also to draw people to what we can learn from thinking of where questions like this agree. Because this whole question of should we make the future better in total or make the better on average is sort of presuming this Ehrlich-style mindset that if the future is more populous, then it must be worse for each. But once you see that a future that's more populous is also more prosperous, it'd be better in total and better on average, then a lot of these debates might still have academic interest, but both ways of thinking about what would be a better future agree.So there are these pockets of people out there who have thought about this before, and part of what we're trying to do is bring them together in a unified conversation where we're talking about the climate modeling, we're talking about the economics, we're talking about the philosophy, we're talking about the importance of gender equity and reproductive freedom, and showing that you can think and care about all of these things and still think that a stabilized future might be better than depopulation.In the think tank world, the dream is to have an idea and then some presidential candidate adopts the idea and pushes it forward. There's a decent chance that the 2028 Republican nominee is already really worried about this issue, maybe someone like JD Vance. Wouldn't that be helpful for you?I've never spoken with JD Vance, but from my point of view, I would also be excited for India's population to stabilize and not depopulate. I don't see this as an “America First” issue because it isn't an America First issue. It's a worldwide, broadly-shared phenomenon. I think that no one country is going to be able to solve this all on its own because, if nothing else, people move, people immigrate, societies influence one another. I think it's really a broadly-shared issue.Quantity and quality of life (28:48)What I do feel confident about is that some stabilized size would be better than depopulation generation after generation, after generation, after generation, without any sort of leveling out, and I think that's the plan that we're on by default.Can you imagine an earth of 10 to 12 billion people at a sustained level being a great place to live, where everybody is doing far better than they are today, the poorest countries are doing better — can you imagine that scenario? Can you also imagine a scenario where we have a world of three to four billion, which is a way nicer place to live for everybody than it is today? Can both those scenarios happen?I don't see any reason to think that either of those couldn't be an equilibrium, depending on all the various policy choices and all the various . . .This is a very broad question.Exactly. I think it's way beyond the social science, economics, climate science we have right now to say “three billion is the optimal size, 10 billion is the optimal size, eight billion is the optimal size.” What I do feel confident about is that some stabilized size would be better than depopulation generation after generation, after generation, after generation, without any sort of leveling out, and I think that's the plan that we're on by default. That doesn't mean it's what's going to happen, I hope it's not what happens, and that's sort of the point of the conversation here to get more people to consider that.But let's say we were able to stabilize the population at 11 billion. That would be fine.It could be depending on what the people do.But I'm talking about a world of 11 billion, and I'm talking about a world where the average person in India is as wealthy as, let's say this is in the year 2080, 2090, and at minimum, the average person in India is as wealthy as the average American is today. So that's a big huge jump in wealth and, of course, environmentalism.And we make responsible environmental choices, whether that's wind, or solar, or nuclear, or whatever, I'm not going to be prescriptive on that, but I don't see any reason why not. My hope is that future people will know more about that question than I do. Ehrlich would've said that our present world of eight billion would be impossible, that we would've starved long before this, that England would've ceased to exist, I think is a prediction in his book somewhere.And there's more food per person on every continent. Even in the couple decades that I've been going to India, children are taller than they used to be, on average. You can measure it, and maybe I'm fooling myself, but I feel like I can see it. Even as the world's been growing more populous, people have been getting better off, poverty has been going down, the absolute number of people in extreme poverty has been going down, even as the world's been getting more populous. As I say, emissions per person have been going down in a lot of places.I don't see any in principle, reason, if people make the right decisions, that we couldn't have a sustainable, healthy, and good, large sustained population. I've got two kids and they didn't add to the hole in the ozone layer, which I would've heard about in school as a big problem in the '80s. They didn't add to acid rain. Why not? Because the hole in the ozone layer was confronted with the Montreal Protocol. The acid rain was confronted with the Clean Air Act. 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When small-market teams face off against deep-pocketed competitors, winning means rewriting the rules of the game. That's exactly what happened in Moneyball, where the Oakland A's turned to unconventional metrics and overlooked talent to outsmart the league's biggest spenders. In this episode, we explore the marketing lessons behind it with special guest Scott Greenwald, CMO at Linedata.Together, we dive into how B2B marketers can rethink the metrics that matter, compete asymmetrically against larger rivals, align teams around bold strategies, and tell stories that stick, all while staying credible, prepared, and ready to adapt.About our guest, Scott GreenwaldAt Linedata, Scott's tenure as Chief Marketing Officer has been marked by the successful leadership of a dynamic, multi-lingual team and the creation of transformative digital marketing strategies. Our efforts have resulted in a staggering 600% year-over-year increase in web traffic, contributing significantly to a 20% generation of the sales pipeline.Scott's role extends to overseeing the marketing budget and launching a new CRM and Marketing Automation tool, which has streamlined Linedata's pipeline review process and accelerated the sales cycle. With a focus on driving market visibility and thought leadership, Scott's strategic campaigns across key global markets have empowered Linedata to cement its presence in the competitive financial services industry.What B2B Companies Can Learn From Moneyball:Focus on the outcomes that matter.  In Moneyball, the point wasn't to sign the flashiest “five-tool” players; it was to score runs. The same is true in marketing. Scott says, “In the end, it's how many of the MQLs turn into opportunities or new business? And that's what we focus on.” Metrics that look good in a report mean nothing if they don't turn into real pipeline and closed deals. In B2B, your scoreboard isn't impressions or clicks, it's revenue.Credibility over volume in content. AI makes it easy to crank out more content than ever before, but more isn't always better. “If we suddenly increased our, our, our output fivefold, we, we would lose that credibility,” Scott says. His team uses AI to adapt and reformat high-quality core pieces, not flood the market with fluff. Your audience notices when your content is consistent, credible, and worth their time—and they notice just as fast when it's not.Compete asymmetrically. The A's couldn't outspend the Yankees or Red Sox, so they had to outthink them. That meant challenging every “sacred cow” in baseball and finding value others overlooked. Scott explains, “You can't come in here and say, I'm going to transform this marketing organization into what I had before… you have to assess the talent pool [and] review the best way of spending the marketing budgets you have.” In marketing, the same rule applies: when you can't match your competitors' budget, you win by rewriting the playbook.Quote“It is our responsibility as storytellers of not just giving the business what they want, but also giving the audience what they need to hear.”Time Stamps[00:55] Meet Scott Greenwal, CMO at Linedata[01:04] Why Moneyball?[06:45] Behind the Scenes of Moneyball[10:00] B2B Marketing Lessons from Moneyball[31:51] The Importance of Storytelling[37:18] The Role of Communication in Change Management[41:02] The Evolution of Marketing Automation[45:30] Balancing Content Quality and Quantity[47:00 Final Thoughts & TakeawaysLinksConnect with Scott on LinkedInLearn more about LinedataAbout Remarkable!Remarkable! is created by the team at Caspian Studios, the premier B2B Podcast-as-a-Service company. Caspian creates both nonfiction and fiction series for B2B companies. If you want a fiction series check out our new offering - The Business Thriller - Hollywood style storytelling for B2B. Learn more at CaspianStudios.com. In today's episode, you heard from Ian Faison (CEO of Caspian Studios) and Meredith Gooderham (Head of Production). Remarkable was produced this week by Jess Avellino, mixed by Scott Goodrich, and our theme song is “Solomon” by FALAK. Create something remarkable. Rise above the noise.

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Scarcity in real estate can be a hidden powerplay if executed on properly. This episode explores the debate between investing in one high-quality property versus multiple lower-quality properties. Scarcity and growth potential are key factors in making sound investment decisions.   Learn the powerplay and level up your investing, investing guru Sam Saggers has got all the tips and tricks. Listen to episode 266 of the Urban property Investor now!   I discuss -  00:00 - Welcome and Introduction to Real Estate Wealth 00:56 - The New Normal in Property Prices 03:08 - Intrinsic Value vs. Price in Real Estate 04:52 - Understanding Scarcity in Real Estate 09:54 - The Role of Credit Expansion in Property Growth 14:32 - Balancing Scarcity and Credit in Investments 18:02 - The Impact of Property Type on Growth 22:07 - Capital Growth vs. Yield: Finding the Balance 26:20 - The Long-Term Effects of Growth Rates 29:59 - Navigating the Real Estate Market: Strategies for Success 33:59 - Conclusion: Choosing Between Quality and Quantity in Property Investment   Don't hesitate to hit me up on Facebook @SamSaggers. DM me with any of your questions :)   If you're yet to subscribe, be sure to do so on your favourite channel.    Apple - https://pre.fyi/upi-apple   Spotify - ⁣⁣https://pre.fyi/upi-spotify ⁣ YouTube - https://pre.fyi/upi-youtube   And remember, I'm really good on 1.25 or 1.5 speed :)   Take care,  Sam   Hey Investors! It's great to see you here. To get you started on your journey we've popped a few educational resources below for FREE! ➡️ DOWNLOAD The Part Time Property Investor ebook-https://pre.fyi/yt-part-time-investor-ebook ➡️ DOWNLOAD The Property Investor's Cashflow Calculator-  https://pre.fyi/yt-cashflow-calculator  ➡️ REGISTER for a Property Investing Webinar -  https://positivere.events/learn-to-invest    Positive Real Estate's Property Investor Masterclass

Why Quality Trades Beat Quantity in Forex Trading  Podcast: Find out more about Blueberry Markets – Click Here Find out more about my Online Video Forex Course Book a Call with Andrew or one of his team now Click Here to Attend my Free Masterclass Click Here To Follow my 30 Trader US Update #601: Why Quality Trades Beat Quantity in Forex Trading In this video: 00:36 – Trading from the US while on vacation. 01:00 – July and August can give us tougher trading conditions. 01:58 – Less trades but focus on higher quality trades.    03:00 – Look at a variety of time frame charts. 04:01 – Get onto my 17 minute masterclass. 04:08 – Blueberry Markets as a Forex Broker. 04:11 – Have a chat with us, ask us a question. Andrew Mitchem As you probably know, if you've been trading for any length of time, what time of year you trade can also make a big difference in your trading. Currently, summer here on holiday in the US with Paul Tillman and sometimes the summer conditions are not always the best, but we are heading towards the end of the northern hemisphere summer and, good conditions ahead. So let's get into more right now. Andrew Mitchem Hey, traders! Andrew here at The Forex Trading Coach with video on podcast number 601. Trading from the US while on vacation. Currently on holiday in the US for vacation. Been here for a few weeks. And currently with Paul Tillman and his family here in North Carolina. Currently at Grandfather Mountain a little bit hard to see behind us. We're up in the mist at just over 5000ft. Andrew Mitchem Point of this video though, is that we're here trading as normal whilst on vacation or on holiday, and we've had a couple of really good weeks since I've been here. July and August can give us tougher trading conditions. And despite that, we are in the kind of the quiet time of year and Paul living here will know more about that. But northern hemisphere summertime, July, August can sometimes be tricky conditions. Andrew Mitchem But as Paul is going to explain to you, we're heading out of those conditions and into some good ones between now and Christmas. Paul Tillman Right? So right now a lot of people are on vacations, holidays, school is out. A lot of good weather. People are out traveling. So the volumes just naturally going to be lower. Not as many people trading. So the conditions are what are it tougher or more sideways price action? Not as much. In terms of defined trends up and down trading conditions are are okay, but they're not great. Paul Tillman Definitely see better. Earlier in the year, before the northern hemisphere summer, and we're coming into, a nice time here in the US fall all the way up to Christmas. We're trading conditions will be very, very nice. We'll have much better trends and, much more quality and high probability setups to pick.. Less trades but focus on higher quality trades.    Andrew Mitchem So the important thing is there is that although we've had some great trades, we haven't had a lot of trades. And so it's more about the quality of the trades that you take. And so each day we go through the daily charts and just yesterday we had two trades on the daily charts at the beginning of this week. Andrew Mitchem And we also had seven trades on the weekly chart. Paul Tillman Lots of those. Andrew Mitchem Yet the week before we had very few on the weeklies. But we did have a few trades for the month of August. So we're looking on the completion of a candle on the close of a candle, but we've been very selective on the trades that we do take because of these conditions. Andrew Mitchem So it's really important to remember it's the quality of the trades that you take. Not so much the quantity. We've been really selective on the trades we've taken over the last couple of weeks. Just two trades yesterday on the dailies, but seven weekly chart trades and not so many on the shorter time frame charts just because...

The FarrCast is back with Kenny Polcari and Dan Mahaffee. We take a quick spin through the markets with Kenny and why the markets might be getting ahead of themselves with talk of coming rate cuts. Dan Mahaffee previews the Alaska summit and the reality of life in DC.It's The FarrCast -- Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

Episode 176 of the Be More Today Show features Coach Tara Mardigan! Join our conversation as we discuss how to effectively add proteins to your diet as a runner, how to reduce your blood sugar spikes while training, and how to decide which energy supplements are best for you. Tara, also known as "ThePlateCoach", is a registered dietitian/nutritionist and co-author of Real Fit Kitchen, a cookbook for athletes. She works in private practice with everyone from couch potatoes to elite athletes. She is also the Wellness Coordinator at Odyssey House NYC where she helps people in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction establish healthful behaviors to rebuild their lives. Prior to moving to NYC in 2015, Tara worked for a decade as the Team Nutritionist for the Boston Red Sox. She is an avid runner and founded the BedStuy Flyers Running Club in Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. She usually navigates NYC via CitiBike and is a member of El Barrio Bikes in East Harlem where she leads community group bike rides. If she's not in NYC, she's likely in the Adirondack Mountains.To reach Tara for a personal session visit: https://theplatecoachllc.practicebetter.io/#/5f19e87a2a90291364930fbf/bookings?s=5f39e1dd2a9c240f0862a792&step=dateFor all other questions visit www.bemoretoday.com or email Dr, Sean at info@bemoretoday.com.

Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss whether counting worship attendance still makes sense, based on an article from Sam Rainer. Healthy reasons to count: Rhythms build discipleship. Presence enables connection. Trends reveal direction. Opportunities increase. Unhealthy reasons to count: Legalism creeps in. Growth becomes a game. Charisma overshadows calling. Quantity replaces quality. Resources Related to This Episode: “Does Counting Worship Attendance Still Make Sense for Churches?” by Sam Rainer

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How does the quality and quantity of search for a movement solution differ for linear and nonlinear training approaches? Is it the case that linear approaches restrict the development of functional movement variability? Is there any case for ever using a linear approach? Links:The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration  of a weightlifting skill http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc)   Subscribe in iOS/Apple Subscribe in Anroid/Google   Support the podcast and receive bonus content   Credits: The Flamin' Groovies – ShakeSome Action Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy via freemusicarchive.org and jamendo.com

We're presented with a lot of false choices in our work: Quantity or quality? Revenue or social impact? Sweet or savory? But few false choices are more worth challenging than this: Are you more emotional storyteller or data-driven communicator?Our guest today is the perfect person to challenge this assumption. It's Tom Webster! Tom is a legend in the podcast space. He's a partner at Sounds Profitable, an organization which researches and seeks to grow the audio business. For nearly three decades, Tom's insights and advice have helped steer this entire industry forward, and he's led hundreds of audience research projects for organizations spanning six continents and shows ranging from Howard Stern to All Things Considered.Tom's book is called The Audience Is Listening: A Little Guide to Building a Big Podcast, and just before this episode, Tom and Sounds Profitable won an award for Best Data Storytelling from the Content Marketing Institute.It's only fitting that he shares with us in this episode how to tell the stories of numbers, as well as the 3 traits to a podcast or any project capable of finding passionate fans.ABOUT ME, JAY ACUNZO:Subscribe to my free newsletter at jayacunzo.com/newsletterWork with me one-on-one: jayacunzo.com/servicesBook me to speak to your group: jayacunzo.com/keynotesConnect with me on social: LinkedIn, InstagramI help experts differentiate and resonate. Together, I work with you to develop a distinct and memorable premise driving your platform, turn that big idea into signature IP you own, and help you embody it as a speaker and storyteller. Compete on the impact of your thinking, not the volume of your marketing. This makes it easier to win more and better clients.You've done lots of things. Now it's time to [be] a thing. Stop chasing attention and become more highly sought.***TO RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Leave a rating on Spotify  JOIN MY PUBLIC SPEAKING ACCELERATOR:Enrollment is now open for my 8-week virtual program, with personalized 1:1 support and group coaching calls, along with video lessons, video reviews of your speech, and more. Reserve your spot. Space is limited. Visit jayacunzo.com/signaturetalk — the next cohort starts September 8.

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy tackles the ongoing debate among parents about the importance of quality versus quantity time spent with their children. She addresses the emotional challenges many parents face when trying to determine the best ways to engage with their kids. The episode highlights a TikTok video by momfluencer Sarah Martinez, which discusses Jacques Penkepp's 9-Minute Theory. This theory posits that there are three critical three-minute moments in a child's day when a parent's presence is particularly impactful. Join Dr. Kathy as she unpacks these insights and offers guidance for parents navigating this complex issue. Plus, enjoy a special mention of Verse Chocolate, a brand committed to ethical sourcing and sustainability.  

**Listener Advisory - Language | Private Listening | 18+**Special guest Syklik returns to the podcast! This episode, we drop a bunch of gathered info around gender perspectives & dynamics at play during intimacy, or trains entering tunnels, etc. All very subjective, of course. If there's value, it could be the beginning of a series. Remember, if ever ear hurty, press stop & return to chill. If anything was useful or interesting - take it and go.In this episode: Quantity vs Quality | Green & Red flags from both povs | Givers | Cadavers | Simping | Discretion | Unpredictability | Roleplay | Compatibility | Foreplay | Boys dont cry (?) | Innuendo is the way | Hold your line | Death Grip | Body Counts____________________Subscribe, and Share!***Patreon: patreon.com/ThyGapInstagram: @_ThyGap |Twitter: @ThyGap |Email: mindthygap@gmail.com |Discord: https://discord.gg/mPS4aNWa94 |All Links: https://linktr.ee/thygap |

Episode Title: Social Connectedness & Health, with Dr. Cassidy Leibold, PhD!!! Cassidy's Bio: Is a graduate of the University of Dayton (2020) and University of Kentucky, with an MS and PhD in Experimental Psychology. Specifically, she studies Behavioral Neuroscience and Pharmacology. Her research focuses on the excitotoxic effects of alcohol on the hippocampus, and how prolonged alcohol exposure impairs neurogenesis and overall cell survival in this brain structure. She is now a lecturer in the Psychology department at the University of Kentucky, and loves getting to work with aspiring researchers and clinicians. Description: In this episode, Rob welcomes back Dr. Cassidy Leibold, PhD, a lecturer in the Psychology Department at the University of Kentucky. Cassidy shares the exciting developments since her last visit, including her new role teaching aspiring researchers and clinicians. She also reflects on her journey through her PhD, where she studied the effects of chronic binge alcohol use on neurogenesis in the hippocampus—a key brain region involved in memory formation. Cassidy discusses the importance of social connectedness and how our relationships play a significant role in our health. She explores the evolutionary significance of group membership, the brain's response to social pain, and how social media can both connect and amplify relationships. She also explains the delicate balance between the number and quality of social connections, highlighting why quality tends to matter more as we age. Cassidy wraps up the conversation with her personal insights on how she's grown since her PhD, including changes in how she views success, the impact of joining groups that support her, and the importance of personal well-being. Topics Covered: Cassidy's Journey and New Role at the University of Kentucky Cassidy shares her experiences during and after her PhD, discussing the challenges of conducting empirical research and the lessons she's learned along the way. What We Know About Social Connectedness Explore how social connectedness has shaped human survival and how it continues to impact our health today. Cassidy dives into the evolutionary psychology behind group membership and why being part of a group is so deeply ingrained in our brains. Quality vs. Quantity in Social Relationships Cassidy talks about the importance of both the number and quality of connections, explaining why the quality of relationships becomes more important with age and how our closest relationships influence our behaviors and beliefs. The Elevate Yourself Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Athletic Brewing. Use code ELEVATE30 for 30% OFF your first online order at checkout!

Summary In this episode, Julie Berninger interviews Juna from Detour Shirts about the world of print on demand, specifically focusing on selling apparel like t-shirts. Juna shares his extensive experience in the industry, discusses various AI tools for design, and provides valuable tips for creating standout designs. The conversation emphasizes the importance of quality over quantity in design, the role of AI in enhancing creativity, and practical strategies for success in the print on demand space.   Takeaways Juna has been in print on demand since 2005. AI tools can significantly speed up the design process. Quality of designs is more important than quantity. Using unique typography can make designs stand out. Good use of color is essential for eye-catching designs. Creating interesting layouts can differentiate your products. AI can help generate ideas for phrases and designs. It's important to fill space effectively in designs. Designs without text can still be successful. Experimenting with different tools can enhance creativity.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Print on Demand Apparel 02:51 Exploring Technology in Print on Demand 05:34 The Role of AI in Design 08:27 Comparing AI Tools for Print on Demand 11:41 Maximizing Design Listings for Sales 14:31 Quality vs. Quantity in Design 17:28 Five Tips for Effective T-Shirt Design 20:56 Designing with Detail: The Importance of Elements 22:54 Creating Unique Designs: Standing Out in the Marketplace 26:10 Typography Matters: The Art of Text in Design 32:03 Color Choices: Using Color to Enhance Designs 38:31 Layout Creativity: Making Designs Visually Engaging Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rb8nhN9jU0E Resources: https://goldcityventures.com/gifting-gold-podcast - Free Workshop to learn the basics of selling POD https://goldcityventures.com/workshop-pdcst - Free workshop to learn the basics of selling digital products online https://goldcityventures.com/pdcst - Gold City Ventures Website Kittl: https://go.goldcityventures.com/kittl Follow Juna on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DetourShirts 

Do you feel stuck in your current job, wondering if it is too late to follow your dream of becoming an interior designer?In this episode, you will hear how Steve Saide made a bold career switch after 30 years as a lawyer and found his passion in hospitality design. Now leading the design team at Furnished Quarters, Steve shares how he designs beautiful, livable spaces for corporate travelers who stay for weeks—or even years—at a time.Steve's story proves it is never too late to start fresh, and that design does not have to follow a traditional path. So, if you are unsure about how to make the leap or where your design career could lead, this episode gives you real answers and encouragement.

Professional contractors are powering Ireland's workforce, marking a significant shift in hiring dynamics, according to new data from Matrix Recruitment. Women and those over 50 are outperforming in the contract market, while exclusive recruitment partnerships are emerging to tackle a competitive hiring landscape. Matrix's latest Q2 2025 Workforce Trends Report spotlights a growing demand for contract professionals, increased pay transparency, and a new emphasis on diversity, flexibility, and sustainability expertise. "Employers are leaning heavily on contractors to maintain output during hiring freezes, project surges, and hard-to-fill roles," says Breda Dooley, Head of Recruitment at Matrix Recruitment. "Our clients are prioritising agility, and the data shows it's changing who gets hired and how." Contracting on the Rise Contract roles have become central to workforce planning in Ireland; indeed, some 85% of businesses planning to hire on a contract basis in 2025. "Companies are leveraging contractors to cover critical gaps, reduce long-term headcount costs, and accelerate delivery on strategic projects," says Breda. "To support this shift, Matrix offers flexible contract and temporary hiring solutions, including fully managed payroll services to ensure fast, compliant onboarding without overburdening internal HR teams." Women and Older Professionals What's more, for the first time in five years, female contractors are earning more per day than men, according to Matrix data. The average day rate for women across IT, engineering, and healthcare reached €565, compared to €548 for men - a €17 per day historic pay gap in favour of women. Contractors aged 50+ are also in high demand for their expertise and dependability, particularly in technical and operational functions. "The market is recognising the value of lived experience and reliability," says Breda. "Women and older professionals are becoming an integral part of workforce strategy - and that's reflected in pay and hiring activity." Candidate versus Application In recent years, the Irish jobs market has undergone a rapid transformation with the rise of e-recruitment and technology. Nearly all of the Global 500 companies now use some form of online recruitment, which has major benefits and downsides. While job ads are generating high application numbers, many of these applicants lack relevant experience or genuine engagement with the role or employer, notes Breda. "A true candidate is someone who meets the criteria and is sincerely interested in the position," she says. "Quantity doesn't equal quality and hiring managers need curated shortlists, not inboxes full of generic CVs. Although job boards generate huge application numbers, that doesn't equate with viable candidates." Exclusive Recruitment Partnerships Matrix reports a surge in exclusive recruitment arrangements in engineering, finance, and manufacturing, as companies seek faster hiring cycles and better outcomes: "With exclusivity, our consultants can dedicate more time and deliver higher-quality shortlists," says Breda. "It helps reduce time-to-hire and boosts candidate experience. By contrast, multi-agency models often lead to slower results and duplicated efforts." Remote and Hybrid Flexibility The Q2 report also found that remote and hybrid work options remain a top priority for candidates, particularly in finance, office support, engineering, and quality/laboratory roles. A significant portion of Irish managers even implement "hushed hybrid" arrangements to allow their teams flexibility against company policy. However, Matrix advises that clear communication around this helps employers attract stronger talent and achieve better offer acceptance rates. "Flexibility isn't just a perk anymore: it's a strategic advantage," says Breda. "Companies who prioritise hybrid options benefit from a broader and more diverse talent pool." Bottlenecks in Hiring The report concluded that employers still face delays in int...

Should you focus on quality or quantity when it comes to social media content?It's the age-old question that has entrepreneurs stuck in analysis paralysis.Welcome to Marketing at the Beep, where I answer real voicemails from listeners with practical marketing advice you can implement immediately.In this episode, I tackle one of the most common social media dilemmas and break down why the answer isn't as simple as picking one side.We cover:➡️ Why quality wins 9 times out of 10 (and the psychology behind this approach)  ➡️ The one scenario where quantity becomes more important than quality ➡️ The hybrid approach: How different post types serve different purposes  ➡️ Three types of posts every business owner needs (authority, growth, and human posts) ➡️ Why posting once a month won't cut it, even with a quality-first approach ➡️ The three critical questions to determine your right social media strategy ➡️ Why focusing only on social media is a big mistake for most business ownersRemember: Social media is just one slice of your marketing pie. If you're not driving revenue through other channels, you're missing out on bigger opportunities.Have a marketing question? Leave me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/MarketingUnfiltered

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Guests02:33 Domain Investment Strategies and Market Trends05:17 The Value of Domain Transfers and On-Chain Features07:43 Web3 Domains and Their Liquidity09:56 Building a Domain Marketplace: Challenges and Insights16:23 The Future of Domain Investing and Marketplaces29:09 The Importance of Transparency in Domain Sales31:27 Market Trends and Economic Impact on Domain Sales33:36 Portfolio Strategies: Quality vs. Quantity in Domain Names35:03 TLD Preferences: Navigating the Domain Landscape37:21 Outbound Strategies: Marketing Your Domain Names40:13 Playing Trends: Timing and Quality in Domain Registration44:09 Pricing Strategies: Determining the Value of Domain Names54:08 Audience Feedback and Recent Domain Sales Discussion55:38 The Value of Domain Names58:51 Finding Opportunities in Domain Acquisition01:01:46 Trends in On-Chain Domain Names01:03:43 The Role of Exact Match Domains01:06:56 Recent Domain Acquisitions and Strategies01:09:44 Novelty Domain Names and Their Potential  Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Interproximal Reduction, When, Why, and How | 9 MINUTE SUMMARY In this episode, I dive into the fundamentals of interproximal reduction(IPR) when to use it, why it matters, and how to do it effectively.We'll cover how much IPR can safely be carried out, compare differentclinical protocols and their pros and cons, and take a critical look at howaligner software plans IPR (and where it may fall short).This summary is based on Dr. Flavia Artese's insightful lecture at therecent American Association of Orthodontists Annual Session in Philadelphia,along with insights from my own clinical research and experience. How much IPR is possible? Recommended amount ½ to 1/3 of outer enamel Estimate with periapical radiographs are inaccurate, under-estimateas well as over estimate Meredith 2017 Brine 2001  Quantity of the enamel each interproximal surface Kailasam2021 systematic review, with an excellent table created by Bosio in 2022 highlightingthe enamel present and hypothetical safe reduction, ranging from 0.3-0.7mm,with 5-10% greater enamel on the distal surfaces  Can all teeth have IPR?·     Triangular teeth are idealo  Large interradicular distance, roots canapproximate with no issue·     Square shaped teeth not idealo  Reduced interradicular distance, rootapproximation of 0.8mm = loss of crestal bone Taera 2008  Are we accurate with IPR? Johner 2013 AJODO·     Manual strips Vs rotary disc Vs oscillatingstrips = all underperformed IPR by up to 0.1mm Protocols: Small Vs Large ·     0.1-0.2mm manual strips·     0.3mm+ larger reduction ·     Polishing required – If not = 25 um furrows retainplaque Jack Sheridan1989  Separation posterior region·     Separator – Requires measuring of premolarbefore and after·     Bur – needle buro  Parallel occlusal planeo  Recontour tooth surface to create contact point·     No separator -  requires contact point to be broken, advantageis the measurement of the IPR site is accurate   Bolton's analysis·     Based on excess, rather than tooth removal Proportionality·     Width o  Canine 90% of central incisoro  Lateral 70% of central incisor  IPR planningBolton's discrepancy + Tooth proportionality= whento add or remove tooth structure However·     “Don't do pre-emptive stripping for balancingtooth mass ratios between arches. Chances are it will work out just fine” Jack Sheradin 2007 JCO Method of use for 4 mm of IPR:·     Posterior to anterior – Jack Sheridano  Posterior IPR first, followed by distalisation,e.g. 4-5 first, distalise 4o  Maintain arch length with stops etc, maintainanchorage·     Anterior to posterior – Farooq o  Anchorage preserving o  Tony Weir 2021 the most common site in clinicalpractice was the lower anterior segment  IPR on overlapping teeth·     Not possible to achieve ideal anatomy withmotorised IPR instruments ·     Posterior IPR first, distalise, followed byanterior alignment and IPR – Flavia·     Use of handstrips is possible on overlappingteeth - Farooq Limits of IPR·     4-5mm, although Sheridan described possible 8.9mm,technically challenging·     IPR is not a possibility for sagittaldiscrepancy: Greater Bolton's discrepancies in class 3 and class 2malocclusions, SR 53 studies Machado 2020, greater in class 2 and 3 casesalbeit a small difference of 0.3-0.8%  Retained primary 2nd molars·     Idealise occlusion·     Consider root morphology divergence, as post IPRspace may not closeo  If divergence greater than crown, reconsider asspace closure unlikely  Why do we need to use IPR with aligners? Dahhas 2024·     Alogrythm reduces the number of aligners·     More IPR rather than saggital correction·     IPR staged inappropriately with large IPR whilstcontact point overlap, which is difficult to perform adequate anatomicalreduction

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In Part 2 of Episode 271, Leighton Sheldon shares a real-life story from the front lines of buying vintage collections — a high-value deal that nearly fell apart over a PSA 8 card with visible debris trapped inside the slab. Hear how Layton kept his cool, navigated the seller's emotions, and helped turn a tense situation into a productive outcome. Then the panel dives into a deep and at times philosophical conversation about quality vs. quantity in card collecting. What is “quality”? Is it about condition, value, scarcity, or personal meaning? What happens when your lower-grade card has better eye appeal than a higher-graded one? Joe, John, Jeremy, and Layton all weigh in with personal anecdotes, including collecting regrets, consolidation strategies, and how beauty in the hobby is truly in the eye of the beholder. Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Originally aired Saturday June 21, 2025 Sports Cards Live has recently been ranked #5 among Feedspot's top 90 Sports Card podcasts https://podcast.feedspot.com/sports_card_podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Art of Bombing Between Bombs: Callbacks, Dan and Larry call back episode 310 with Clay Foley! They drop truth bombs (and punchlines) about marketing smarter, not harder. Dan and Larry dive into why quality beats quantity every time—and how to stop wasting time on things that don't move the needle. Laugh, learn, and level up!Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.Hosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Larry Smith: https://larrysmithcomedy.com/

Cribl's Field CISO Ed Bailey discusses how customers can manage the quality and quantity of data by providing intelligent controls between data sources and destinations.Topics Include:Cribl company name originCompany helps organizations screen data to find valuable insightsEd Bailey was Cribl's first customer back in 2018Data growth of 25% yearly created seven-figure cost increasesCEOs and CIOs complained about explosive data storage costsUsers demanded more data while budgets remained constrainedBailey discovered Cribl through a random Facebook advertisementCribl Stream sits between data sources and destinationsNo new agents required, uses existing infrastructure connectionsReduced data growth from 28% to 8% within yearDevelopment cycles shortened from six weeks to two weeksBailey managed global security and telemetry data systemsOperated large Splunk instance across forty different countriesTeam spent time collecting data instead of extracting valueCribl provided consistent data control plane for operationsSmart engineers could focus on machine learning solutionsMigrated from terrible SIEM to better security platformData strategy should focus on business requirements firstNot all data has the same business valueTier one: Critical data goes to expensive platformsTier two: Important data stored in cheaper lakesTier three: Compliance data in low-cost object storageSIEM costs around one dollar per gigabyte storedData lakes cost twelve to eighteen cents per gigabyteObject storage costs fractions of pennies per gigabyteAWS partnership provides scalable infrastructure for rapid growthEC2, EKS, and S3 are heavily utilized servicesCribl Search finds data directly in object storageAvoids costly data movement for search and analysisParticipants:Edward Bailey – Field CISO, CriblSee how Amazon Web Services gives you the freedom to migrate, innovate, and scale your software company at https://aws.amazon.com/isv/

Today we'll be talking about increased scrutiny and enforcement on illegal foreign workers, a shift towards higher quality tourists in lieu of quantity, and a little later Cambodia and Thailand trading economic barbs in their ongoing territory dispute.

(Re)Solving the Occupancy Puzzle - A Senior Living Regional, Sales, & Executive Director Playbook is the fully revised and updated 3rd edition of the industry favorite. In this special edition of the Grow Your Occupancy Podcast, author Julie Podewitz takes a deep dive into chapter 4: what to do when you're not getting enough leads. Order your copy today on Amazon!

In this episode Han and Emily discuss food quantity in recovery. The key  takeaways from this episode are:The RAVES model showcases how formative adequacy is for all other aspects of your healingAdequacy and abundance of food is at the foundation of neural rewiringYour body feeling safe from famine largely depends on food abundanceVolume eating of non-recovery aligned foods is not the same as food abundance. A truly good relationship with food is being able to eat food without conditions or caveats, not just tick a box of 'I can eat X'Permission and necessity of food adequacy does not reduce with physical progress Take action upon your awareness

This week on Sinica, I chat with Jostein Hauge, political economist and an Assistant Professor in Development Studies at the University of Cambridge, based at the Centre of Development Studies and the Department of Politics and International Studies, and author of the book The Future of the Factory: How Megatrends are Changing Industrialization.3:09 – Self Introduction: Jostein Hauge4:23 – Anti-China Sentiment in Western Discourse7:40 – Misconceptions and Prevailing Narratives10:08 – Technological Transfer and the Political Economy12:18 – Historical Periods of Economic Rivalry 14:36 – Evolving Industrial Policy: From Japan's MITI to China and the U.S. today18:59 – China's Contemporary Industrial Policy: Quality or Quantity? 21:13 – China as a Rising Power: Is History Repeating?24:18 – The Sustainability of China's Industrial Policy 26:43 – China, Overcapacity, and Global Imbalances34:07 – Overcapacity: Economic Reality or Ideological Construct?36:04 – China's domination in the renewable energy market39:13 – China's greenhouse gas emissions43:17 – How China is reshaping the IP regime 48:14 – The U.S. national security stance and the trade war with China55:10 – Europe's approach to ChinaPaying it forward: Kyle Chan at High CapacityRecommendations:Jostein: The White Lotus (TV Series)Kaiser: The Raider: The Untold Story of a Renegade Marine and the Birth of U.S. Special Forces in World War II by Stephen R. PlattSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can women take a career pause without losing their ambition—or themselves?Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled – a platform dedicated to supporting women navigating career pauses and caregiving with clarity, confidence, and ambition – explores the deeply personal and often unspoken challenges modern mothers face today. Neha opens up about her own journey leaving a high-powered tech career to become a full-time parent—and how that decision sparked a redefinition of what success truly means. She shares the emotional complexity of motherhood, letting go of guilt around childcare and building a support system for your children, the importance of financial independence, and how career breaks can become a time of intentional personal growth rather than a step backward. Overall, she believes, investing in yourself is not selfish. RESOURCES: Learn more about The Power Pause by Neha Ruch: https://www.thepowerpause.com/CHAPTERS: 00:00 Navigating Hair Care and Personal Choices03:01 Balancing Work and Family Life05:49 Redefining Ambition and Career Pauses08:57 Financial Independence and Partnership Dynamics12:00 Intentional Growth During Career Pauses14:45 Quality vs. Quantity of Time with Kids23:00 The Importance of a Supportive Network for Children26:07 Navigating Guilt and Trust in Parenting28:57 Conversations Around Family Vision and Support31:52 Flexibility in Work: A Double-Edged Sword38:57 Redefining Success and Presence in ParentingLISTEN NOW: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-well-better Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/get-well-betterYouTube: Or search “Get Well Better by The Lanby” on your favorite podcast platform!VISIT THE LANBY: Explore membership and learn more about The Lanby's functional medicine approach:https://www.thelanby.comFOLLOW THE LANBY ON SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelanby TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelanby LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thelanbySTAY IN THE KNOW: Subscribe to The Lanby newsletter for health tips, podcast drops, and expert insights: https://www.thelanby.com/newsletter

In this episode of Integrative You Radio, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Nick dive deep into the concept that “conflict avoided is conflict multiplied.” They explore how isolation—whether from entrepreneurship, chronic illness, or strained relationships—can impact health and happiness, and why honest, humble, and methodical communication is the antidote. Drawing from personal stories, clinical experience, and frameworks like Patrick Lencioni's trust pyramid, they share practical tools for building trust, fostering win-win relationships, and showing up as better leaders, partners, and humans.   #IntegrativeYou #ConflictResolution #TrustBuilding #AuthenticLeadership #EntrepreneurLife #RelationshipGoals #Vulnerability #WinWin #PersonalGrowth #ConsciousCommunication #LimitlessLiving   3 Key Takeaways: Avoiding Conflict = Multiplying Problems: When we dodge uncomfortable conversations—at work, home, or with ourselves—we're actually allowing issues to fester and grow. Facing things head-on (with humility, not aggression) builds trust and leads to better outcomes. Trust Is Built Through Vulnerability and Win-Win Intentions: True trust isn't just about keeping promises; it's about creating space for open, honest dialogue where everyone can win. Vulnerability and methodical communication are the foundation. Quality > Quantity in Relationships: It's not about how many people fill your life, but the depth and fairness of those connections. Prioritizing clear, caring communication transforms relationships—from business to family.    Quotes:  “Conflict avoided is conflict multiplied. The last thing we want is for frustration to fester—addressing it directly, with humility, actually builds trust.” “The goal is trust. And trust is created from a win-win relationship… If everybody's winning evenly, there's maximal trust.”   Find Integrative You Radio On: Website Youtube  Apple Spotify   2 Doctors Committed to Innovating the Healthcare Experience. Integrative You Radio is hosted by husband-and-wife duo, Dr. Nicole Rivera and Dr. Nick Carruthers. With their voracious curiosity for Integrative Medicine, the Human Mind, Aligned Parenting, and Entrepreneurship, they bring a fresh perspective to the table. They aim to debunk the BS that is holding you back in your health, your relationships, and your life. Each episode is designed to challenge your thinking, push boundaries, and inspire you to see your life through a new lens. Dr. Nicole and Dr. Nick share transformative insights that have revolutionized their lives and the lives of their clients at Integrative You. This is raw. This is real. This is Integrative You Radio— where we blow shit up for the sake of human innovation.   Links: Website: Integrative You Instagram: Dr. Nicole Rivera & Integrative You If today's episode resonated, imagine what's possible when you have hands-on support. Whether you're craving a personalized, high-touch approach to your health and vitality—or you want to elevate your relationship with our Aligned Couples workbook and course—we're here for you. Our concierge healthcare coaching delivers next-level, integrative guidance tailored to you, so you can break through plateaus and create a life that truly aligns with your values. Working on your health, your mind, and essentially your life is the best thing you can do for yourself [and the people you love]. This is why we want to get to know you and make sure we are aligned so we can build a relationship rooted in trust and partnership for growth. We are here to provide value in this world, so just book the call: https://www.integrativeyou.health/onboarding And if you're ready to transform your partnership, our Aligned Couples program gives you the tools, frameworks, and real-world exercises to build trust, connection, and a shared vision. Check it out here: https://www.integrativeyou.health/offers/o3wNNL6H/checkout  Got questions? You can call or text us at 732-810-1084.

EP #756: Bryan and Krissy can agree on one thing, at TCB, it's quantity over quality. Even Bryan's rebellious ChattyPT is revolting against so many episodes! Plus, Crypto kidnapping is now a thing and it's happening allot. Bryan recounts the story of a NY crypto bro who was tortured for days in an effort to get his BitCoin wallet access. Then, Bryan's new chat bot goes rogue! But Bryan learns that he has spoken over 7.1 million words on TCB...so far. It's Mental Health Awareness Month. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis, there is help: Call or Text 998. It's that simple. TCBits: Thursday Throw back to the original Tina, Tan & Tweeze Commercial. (2020) Watch EP #756 on YouTube! Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thecommercialbreak⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/thecommercialbreak⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tcbpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.tcbpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CREDITS: Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bryan Green⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Krissy Hoadley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits / TCBits Music: Written, Voiced and Produced by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Sex with Emily podcast, Dr. Emily debunks five pervasive sex myths that may be holding you back from experiencing your best intimate life. From the "body count" obsession to orgasm pressure, we explore why these common beliefs are not only wrong but potentially harmful to your sexual confidence and relationships. We dive deep into why the number of sexual partners doesn't determine your skill as a lover, the truth about natural lubrication and arousal, and how focusing solely on orgasms can actually prevent you from having them. Dr. Emily also addresses vibrator myths, explaining why sex toys enhance rather than replace intimacy, and breaks down outdated beliefs about anal play that keep people from exploring new dimensions of pleasure. Featuring listener questions from Francesca, Josh, Taylor, Melissa, and Nicole, this episode provides practical advice for navigating sexual insecurities, communication with partners, and expanding your intimate repertoire. Whether you're dealing with dryness, struggling to reach climax, or curious about introducing new elements to your sex life, this episode offers science-backed insights and compassionate guidance. Show Notes: 00:00:00 - The Body Count Myth 08:00:00 - Quality vs. Quantity in Sexual Experience 11:30:00 - The Lube Myth & Natural Lubrication 17:25:00 - Orgasm Pressure & Pleasure Focus 23:17:00 - Vibrator Addiction Myths 29:57:00 - Anal Play Misconceptions 33:02:00 - Listener Q&A: Building Sexual Confidence This episode emphasizes that great sex is about communication, presence, and understanding your own body—not conforming to arbitrary standards or myths that create unnecessary pressure and shame.

Hosts Dr. Jerad Henson and Nathan Ratchford sit down with veterinarian and hunter Dr. Jason Robinson for a timely conversation on summer training safety. This Ducks Unlimited Podcast episode covers essential precautions for keeping your retriever healthy in the heat, including hydration, water quality, and common warm-weather hazards.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org (00:00) - - Intro (05:19) - - Dr. Jason's Background (07:03) - - Heat and Hydration for Hunting Dogs (09:48) - - How Does Water Help A Dog Cool Off? (Cold over Quantity) (12:21) - - How Prevent Your Dog From Overheating (14:38) - - What are signs to look for before your dog has a heat stroke/overheats (16:09) - - What does a dog having a heat stoke act like? (17:10) - - Feeding Around Training and Work (19:34) - - Nutrition for Dogs (Do they need food for a work day?) (21:49) - - How to recognize harmful water for your dog (Blue Green algae) (27:24) - - Ear Infections in Dogs (28:38) - - Tips on How to Prevent Ear Infections in Dogs (36:59) - - Snake Safety around Dogs (37:44) - - Most Common Venomous Snakes Dogs Experience (40:58) - - What To Do If Your Dog Gets Bit By Venomous Snake (44:15) - - What To Carry in Your Dog Safety Kit (Summer Edition) (47:04) - - Outro

What if quality of food was more important than quantity of food when it came to weight loss? In episode 168 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, “The Home Team”, Jason Khalipa, Gabe Yanez, Dennis Marshall, and Matt DellaValle, dive into the controversial Calories In, Calories Out (CICO) debate, exposing common misconceptions and revealing the real factors behind fat loss. From understanding energy balance to why food quality may matter more than just counting calories, this episode breaks down the truth about what's holding you back from your goals. Whether you're struggling with consistency, cravings, or plateauing results, we've got answers.Ready to take action on your fitness? Take our training program quiz and start your 7-day free trial on the Train Hard app here: https://th.fit/. Build a stronger body and better habits today.The Home Team also covers practical tools like macro tracking, how small changes can lead to big results, and the surprising ways your body adapts to exercise over time. Plus, hear their brutally honest advice on fast food, emotional eating, and the real challenges behind sustainable weight loss. If you're tired of hearing the same tired weight loss strategies and want real, no-nonsense guidance, this episode is a must-watch.Take our Training Program Quiz and get a 7-Day Trial to the TH App here: https://th.fit/Code: JKPODCAST for 50% off Lab Work at Blokes: https://blokes.co/jkpodcastNever let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=enNever Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programmingPhilanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/Chapters:0:00 Tank Top Tuesday1:47 Eat More to Lose Fat?5:07 Why America's Diet is Broken7:14 Easy Food Swaps for Health11:03 Beat Fast Food Cravings12:51 Stop Emotional Eating Now16:39 Calorie Deficits Explained18:33 Why Fat Won't Burn Easily21:39 Simple Tips for Diet Success23:10 Quality vs. Quantity in Food26:48 Grocery Mistakes You're Making28:32 Fix Your Diet in Seconds31:41 Full Body Workouts for Athletes33:33 Strength Training Done Right37:03 Weight Gain for Performance38:41 Best Split for Strength Gains41:47 Grappler Strength Tips43:22 Strength Training for Kids46:41 Tough Burpee Challenge48:20 Morning vs. Evening Workouts51:11 3 Fitness Habits to Master52:44 Start Small, See Results55:37 TrainHart App for Gains57:17 Row Faster in 6 Weeks1:00:31 Perfect Your Kettlebell Swings1:02:10 Avoid Gym Injuries Fast1:05:17 Stop Calf Cramps Today1:06:44 Accountability & Growth

GM Mauricio Flores Rios' first book, Chess Structures, is a modern classic which is seemingly recommended on a weekly basis on Perpetual Chess. After nine years of work, Mauricio has recently released its follow-up, Chess Imbalances: A GM Guide. Like Chess Structures, it is a highly instructive book with a beautiful selection of games and useful guidelines to aid one's chess decision-making. We discussed the following:  His opinion on the value of the bishop pair, as well as bishop vs. knight  The surprising reason that his book often featured the games of Magnus Carlsen When to switch from “objective mode” to “survival mode” in a game  We also discussed freestyle chess, and the impact of machine learning on chess. Mauricio is a statistician by trade, who recently launched a chess instruction site called ChessMind A.I., so he was particularly insightful on this topic. There is always lots to learn from chatting with (and reading) GM Rios, and this conversation was quite informative. Timestamps of topics discussed are below. Prior interview with Mauricio- Episode 109: https://www.perpetualchesspod.com/new-blog/2019/1/15/episode-109-gm-mauricio-flores Here is the video companion to this interview, be sure to sub to the Perpetual Chess YouTube Channel! https://youtu.be/rmjcbwv7BtQ 0:00- You can sign up for a free one-week membership to Chessmood using this link: Chessmood.com/Ben Check out the YouTube video with Mauricio showing me games from Chess Imbalances here: 4:30- Mauricio joins the show! We dive right into discussing the vision behind GM Flores Rios' much anticipated book, Chess Imbalances.   Mentioned :  Free preview of the book from Quality Chess here: https://qualitychess.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Chess-Imbalances-070x-Excerpt.pdf 13:00- Mauricio explains the guideline  “Quantity is more important than quality.”  16:00- Why did Mauricio select a lot of games from Magnus Carlsen?  17:00- Will Chess Imbalances be on Chessable?  21:00- What made the bishop vs. knight chapter especially challenging to write?  25:00- Mauricio's advice for evaluating trading bishop's vs. knights  28:00- Thanks to our sponsor, Chessable.com! If you sign up for Chessable Pro in order to unlock discounts and additional features, be sure to use the following link: https://www.chessable.com/pro/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=benjohnson&utm_campaign=pro And you can check out their new offerings here: https://www.chessable.com/courses/all/new/ 31:00- What does it mean to switch from “from objective mode to survival mode” in a game? Mentioned: The Seven Deadly Chess Sins, Learn from the Legends  40:00- What is Maurice's next chess project?  Mentioned: Chessmind AI  44:00- How close are we to having an A.I. model that can clearly explain chess games? 45:00- Are humans near the peak of how good they can be at chess? What about engines? 48:00- Does Mauricio like Chess960? Mentioned: GM Kenneth Rogoff interview with NM Tyler Cowen: https://conversationswithtyler.com/episodes/kenneth-rogoff/ 52:00- Will Mauricio's kid(s) play chess?  Thanks to Mauricio for joining me! You can reach him via email at: Mauricio.a.flores.math at gmail dot com Here is the link for Chess Imbalances: A GM Guide, including a free sample: https://www.newinchess.com/chess-imbalances If you would like to join the Perpetual Chess Patreon community, you can do so here: https://www.patreon.com/c/perpetualchess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices