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After a triggering event we're calling Legislativegate, producer Wojciech has a bone to pick with the English language and all of its irregularities. This week, Katy arranges a therapy session for Wojciech with Rob Watts, the Berlin-based host of the wildly popular YouTube channel RobWords, to discuss the peculiarities of the English language and the joys of being a “word nerd”. We're also talking about Nikol Pashinyan's ✨pivotal✨win in Armenia's election, and whether or not we can forgive Dua Lipa for her Sicilian destination wedding.GOT A HOT TAKE ABOUT BREXIT? If you have a personal experience to share for our next episode, or just something (Brexit-related!) to get off your chest, we want to hear from you. Record a voice memo at your earliest convenience and send it to hello@europeanspodcast.com. JOIN OUR FIRST-EVER OFFICE HOUR! Next week, come hang out with Katy and Dominic, have a friendly chat, ask questions, and get to know a few more members of the Europeans family. You don't even have to be a Patreon member to join. The first Office Hour is 18 June at 9pm CET, and you'll find a link to join the call on our website and all our social media channels an hour before the event.This week in the Inspiration Station, listener Federico recommended the Free Refugee Week Film Festival.Contribute to the EUROPEANS SUMMER PLAYLIST! We're rounding up our favorite tracks that keep the summery vibes going in dozens of languages from across the continent. Special credit will go to songs by lesser-known artists that aren't in Europe's most widely spoken languages. Send your picks to hello@europeanspodcast.com or @europeanspodcast on Instagram/Mastodon. Resources for this episode:Macron's recent jam session with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan Our inaugural book club podcast (just as good as Dua Lipa's)RobWords on YouTube and his podcast Words UnravelledRobWords Live at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival “The Chaos” (poem) by Gerard Nolst TrenitéInvestigation suggesting Karapetyan had ties to Russia's FSBEVN Report – a great news source for anyone who wants to stay up to date with the Armenian election.This podcast was brought to you in cooperation with Euranet Plus, the leading radio network for EU news. But it's contributions from listeners that truly make it all possible—we could not continue to make the show without you! If you like what we do, you can chip in to help us cover our production costs at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (in many different currencies), or you can gift a donation to a superfan. You can also donate via our website if you prefer. And finally: we'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast. We think two feels like a reasonable number.Co-hosts: Katy Lee and Wojciech Oleksiak Produced by Morgan ChildsMixing and mastering by Wojciech OleksiakMusic by Jim Barne and Mariska MartinaThe Europeans is proudly produced using Europe's own Hindenburg.YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | Substack | hello@europeanspodcast.com
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What if the most powerful tool to change your life has been right under your nose this whole time — literally?This guest spent his twenties as a high-stress TV producer in New York. On paper, life looked great. Inside, he felt empty and burned out. Getting fired became his turning point. Yoga, meditation, and breathwork pulled him out, and he built a career leading wellness retreats around the world.Now in his 40s, he shares an honest story about change. After a serious back injury forced him to stop teaching yoga, he had to slow down, heal, and rethink everything. He talks about dropping his "masks," saying no to what no longer serves him, and treating your time and energy like a careful investment.His big message is simple: real change starts inside you. Feeling safe in your own body comes first. The breath is the doorway. You don't need apps or gadgets — just a few quiet minutes a day.He also explains why you can't force others to change, and why even difficult people teach us something. The episode ends with a short, calming breathwork practice you can follow along with.Episode Chapters:00:00:00 Introduction00:03:04 Who Is the Guest00:08:29 Reflecting on Change and Evolution00:12:32 The Psychology of Aging00:14:14 Energy as an Investment Strategy00:18:19 Instagram, Dopamine, and Earning Rest00:23:45 Swapping Habits Instead of Quitting00:26:38 Lessons From Retreats: Self-Limiting Beliefs00:28:02 Why Feeling Safe Comes First00:31:06 The Excuse of "No Time"00:36:55 The Guest's North Star00:38:11 Breathwork: The Tool Under Your Nose00:47:49 Simplicity Over Data and Gadgets00:48:55 A Renaissance? Technology, Generations, and Alcohol00:56:26 You Are Responsible for You01:02:32 Why You Can't Force Others to Change01:12:00 The Pebble and the Ripple Effect01:14:02 Finding Gratitude in Hard Lessons01:16:57 Guided Breathwork Practice01:23:03 ClosingMentions & Resources:Michael Henri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyoga.pt/ John Quirk's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_johnquirk_/ The IN Movement Instagram: https://www.instagram/com/the_in_movement/James Nestor — Breath (book; guest says he's read it three times)Joe Dispenza (breathwork influence)Wim Hof Method (breathwork influence)Andrew Huberman (podcast mentioned re: dopamine)Michael Singer (author referenced by the guest)Morgan Freeman ("don't let the old man in" quote, raised by the host)Tags: breathwork, meditation, mindfulness, personal growth, self-development, nervous system, healing journey, burnout recovery, back injury, habit change, dopamine, authenticity, retreats, wellness, mental health, presence, somatic practice, stillness, self-awareness, energy management, yoga, inner work, spirituality, life transformation
Smart Out-of-Band management gives IT teams secure access when the primary network is down, “The days of designing your network assuming that it's always going to be up and not fail are over,” Quirk says By Doug Green “Visibility without control is really just awareness,” says Patrick Quirk, GM of Opengear. In this Cisco Live podcast, Patrick Quirk joins Technology Reseller News to discuss how Opengear is helping enterprises rethink network resilience as AI, edge computing, hybrid cloud and cyber threats make infrastructure more distributed and more business-critical. Opengear provides Smart Out-of-Band management: an independent, secure path into critical infrastructure when the primary network is unavailable. That means IT teams can monitor, troubleshoot and restore systems even during outages, cyber incidents or other network disruptions. “The days of designing your network assuming that it's always going to be up and not fail are over,” Quirk says. The challenge is that many traditional monitoring and management tools depend on the same production network they are meant to protect. When that network fails, organizations may lose access at the exact moment they need it most. Opengear's platform is designed to preserve control, giving engineers a way to diagnose issues, reboot devices, push fixes and recover services remotely. Quirk says AI is raising the stakes. AI workloads are moving beyond centralized data centers into edge environments, regional sites and hybrid infrastructure. As a result, every connection point becomes more important. At the same time, AI-enabled threats are moving faster, increasing the need for secure, resilient recovery capabilities. For enterprises, resilience is no longer simply a backup plan. It is becoming part of the operating architecture for AI-era networks. At Cisco Live, Opengear is showing how Smart Out-of-Band management supports secure access, automation, centralized orchestration and faster recovery across distributed environments. Visit Opengear at Cisco Live booth 5023. Learn more at www.opengear.com.
Today in the interrogation chair, it's the author and creator of THE NIGHT AGENT, New York Times best-selling author Matthew Quirk. Hear about his new novel, THE METHOD, what terrifies him, what keeps him from being able to write, (get his big tip!) and what in the world he's doing in his garage! Quirk talks about the one thing he did that doubled his word count, the fun he had at Bouchercon, what he learned from working on the set of THE NIGHT AGENT, and how's he trying to cut down his screen time. Plus, Jeff has a special question for Matt from his wife. Get to know, Matthew Quirk! thewritersdossier.com | matthewquirk.com | toggle.com | freedom.to | Voice credit: Hillary Huber
Today in the interrogation chair, it's the author and creator of THE NIGHT AGENT, New York Times best-selling author Matthew Quirk. Hear about his new novel, THE METHOD, what terrifies him, what keeps him from being able to write, (get his big tip!) and what in the world he's doing in his garage! Quirk talks about the one thing he did that doubled his word count, the fun he had at Bouchercon, what he learned from working on the set of THE NIGHT AGENT, and how's he trying to cut down his screen time. Plus, Jeff has a special question for Matt from his wife. Get to know, Matthew Quirk! thewritersdossier.com | matthewquirk.com | toggle.com | freedom.to | Voice credit: Hillary Huber
Another week of Survivor 50, means yet another twist! The final 9 is now the final 7 after two eventful tribal councils. What will Cirie's reaction be to Rizo's betrayal of Ozzy?? Here to chat with us about all of that and more is our friend Jenna Quirk!Don't forget to follow us @letschatreality and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening!
With over 15 years of experience spanning Insight, research, market intelligence, and voice of the customer, Jo arrives at Admiral fresh from a significant tenure at TalkTalk, where she helped build something that every Insight leader will recognise as the holy grail: a value log that quantified the real monetary impact of Insight on the business. It's the kind of initiative that doesn't just demonstrate worth; it changes the conversation entirely. Jo talks candidly about what she's learned from that experience and how it's shaped the Insight Leaders Playbook she's brought with her to Admiral, a practical framework for setting vision, building momentum, and embedding Insight where it matters most. Her approach is deliberate and structured, but what comes through just as strongly is her belief in the power of relationships. Stakeholder trust, she argues, isn't a nice-to-have; it's the foundation on which everything else is built. This is an episode full of honest, grounded advice for anyone stepping into a new Insight leadership role or looking to reposition an existing team. Jo's energy and clarity of purpose are infectious, and her journey at Admiral is only just beginning. Please listen to find out more! Topics Discussed Establishing a Value Log for Insight (3.58) Insight Leaders Playbook: Planning for Success(12.20) Prioritising Transformation Areas at Admiral (16.25) Embedding Insight into Business Processes (22.10) Advice for New Insight Leaders (26.47) This is episode 90 of the Transforming Insight podcast. If you have the ambition to transform your Insight team and the role it plays in your organisation, please tune in to future episodes. Not only will we explore the 42 secrets of successful corporate Insight teams as outlined in the Transforming Insight book, and the 9Ps of The Insight Leader's Playbook, we will also talk to senior corporate Insight leaders, delve into books that have inspired us, and discuss new best practice research carried out with the IMA's corporate members. You won't want to miss this! So please subscribe - and thank you for listening. About James Wycherley, the author of Transforming Insight James Wycherley was Director of Customer Insight and Analytics at Barclays Bank from 2005 to 2015 when he became Chief Executive of the Insight Management Academy (IMA). He published his first book, Transforming Insight, in 2020, and his second, The Insight Leader's Playbook, in 2025, and he hosts the Insight forums and the Transforming Insight podcast. An entertaining keynote speaker, he has presented over 50 times at Quirk's events, a global record, and has provided thought leadership in the UK, USA, Europe, Canada, Australia, India and the Middle East. The Insight Management Academy is the world's leading authority on transforming corporate Insight teams, and its vision is to inspire and support every Insight leader to transform the impact of Insight in their organisation. Resources: If you would like more information on any of the ideas discussed in this episode of the Transforming Insight podcast, please visit www.insight-management.org Disclaimer The Transforming Insight podcast is published by the Insight Management Academy and produced by Zorbiant.
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Laura shares the core principles that have guided her approach throughout her career: Understanding the unique context and needs of each organisation before reaching for new data; Tapping into the wealth of knowledge that already exists within a business; Always, always stepping into the shoes of the consumer Get to know your stakeholders These might sound like fundamentals, but as Laura makes clear, they're the principles most easily lost under the pressure of deadlines and data. We also talk about AI, where Laura has a balanced view: she believes it opens up exciting possibilities for speed and efficiency, but she's clear-eyed about the risk of leaning too heavily on technology at the expense of the distinctly human skills – the sense-making, strategic thinking and storytelling that defines truly impactful Insight work. There's also a thread running through this episode about agility: what large organisations can learn from the entrepreneurial mindset, and why adaptability may be the most underrated skill in the Insight professional's toolkit. Please listen to find out more! Topics Discussed The Shift from Researchers to Insight Activists (2.34) Stakeholder Expectations and Misunderstandings(6.45) Competence Issues in Forming Opinions (10.46) The Shift in Skillset: From Technical to Business Understanding (16.03) The Value of Structured Tools in Insight Work (18.12) Encouraging Conversations and Safe Spaces for Opinions (22.49) This is episode 89 of the Transforming Insight podcast. If you have the ambition to transform your Insight team and the role it plays in your organisation, please tune in to future episodes. Not only will we explore the 42 secrets of successful corporate Insight teams as outlined in the Transforming Insight book, and the 9Ps of The Insight Leader's Playbook, we will also talk to senior corporate Insight leaders, delve into books that have inspired us, and discuss new best practice research carried out with the IMA's corporate members. You won't want to miss this! So please subscribe - and thank you for listening. About James Wycherley, the author of Transforming Insight James Wycherley was Director of Customer Insight and Analytics at Barclays Bank from 2005 to 2015 when he became Chief Executive of the Insight Management Academy (IMA). He published his first book, Transforming Insight, in 2020, and his second, The Insight Leader's Playbook, in 2025, and he hosts the Insight forums and the Transforming Insight podcast. An entertaining keynote speaker, he has presented over 50 times at Quirk's events, a global record, and has provided thought leadership in the UK, USA, Europe, Canada, Australia, India and the Middle East. The Insight Management Academy is the world's leading authority on transforming corporate Insight teams, and its vision is to inspire and support every Insight leader to transform the impact of Insight in their organisation. Resources: If you would like more information on any of the ideas discussed in this episode of the Transforming Insight podcast, please visit www.insight-management.org Disclaimer The Transforming Insight podcast is published by the Insight Management Academy and produced by Zorbiant.
Our encouragement today comes from a rather wierd quirk I have while watching crime shows on TV. I usually Google the victim's name to see who dunnit and what sentence is handed down. But, there's some intereting encouragement in the WHY I do this. Check it out.
Our encouragement today comes from a rather wierd quirk I have while watching crime shows on TV. I usually Google the victim's name to see who dunnit and what sentence is handed down. But, there's some intereting encouragement in the WHY I do this. Check it out.
In this Modern Tire Dealer Show exclusive, John Quirk, executive chairman of VIP Tires & Service, reflects on the dealership's 100-year history and discusses what's next for the company.
DailyCyber The Truth About Cyber Security with Brandon Krieger
Executive Protection & Modern Security Risks in a Digital World| DailyCyber 288 with Ryan Quirk ~ Watch Now ~ Modern security is no longer confined to firewalls and physical barriers. As digital exposure increases, so does the risk to executives, families, and organizations. From social media footprints to open-source intelligence, the lines between cyber, physical, and personal security are rapidly converging. In this episode of DailyCyber, we sit down with Ryan Quirk, CEO of Sparrow Risk Group, to break down how the threat landscape has evolved—and what leaders need to do to adapt. Episode Overview Technology over the last decade has fundamentally reshaped how individuals and organizations are exposed to risk. What was once considered separate domains—cybersecurity, physical security, and intelligence—are now deeply interconnected. This shift requires a new approach to security strategy, particularly for business owners and high-net-worth individuals who face increased visibility and targeting. Ryan shares insights from over 20 years of experience across civilian and government sectors, highlighting how risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated in high-threat environments. The discussion explores how security must evolve beyond traditional models and into a more integrated, intelligence-driven framework. Organizations that fail to recognize these changes often underestimate their exposure—particularly when it comes to publicly available information. Social media, corporate websites, and open-source data can all be leveraged to build detailed profiles that increase vulnerability. Ryan brings a practical lens to these challenges, outlining how leaders can begin to reassess their current posture and make informed decisions about protecting their people, assets, and operations. The conversation also dives into how different industries face varying levels of risk depending on their visibility, access to capital, and geopolitical exposure. Not all threats are equal, and understanding where your organization stands is critical to building an effective defense strategy. Another key theme is the growing importance of choosing the right security partner. With many firms offering overlapping services, Ryan explains what truly differentiates a capable security provider—and how clients can avoid common mistakes when selecting who to trust. Topics covered: • Technology reshaping security risk • High-risk industries and exposure • Social media and OSINT threats • Convergence of cyber and physical security • Choosing the right security partner Guest: Ryan Quirk — CEO, Sparrow Risk Group Host: Brandon Krieger — CEO & vCISO Advisor Full Episode: Youtube.com/brandonkrieger Listen to the podcast: DailyCyber.ca
Together, they explore the barriers that prevent Insight professionals from sharing their opinions; barriers that emerge regularly at the IMA's Insight forums. Lack of confidence, misaligned stakeholder expectations, gaps in training, and a preference for staying in a purely technical role all play a part. And left unaddressed, they quietly limit the impact Insight teams can have. But this episode isn't just a diagnosis - it's a call to action. Jane shares practical frameworks, including the SQUAB and HERO processes, designed to help professionals develop well-grounded opinions rooted in evidence and business understanding. The conversation also tackles how Insight leaders can set the tone, creating environments where opinion formation is not just permitted but expected and celebrated. This is an episode about stepping into a bigger role, moving from researcher to consultant, from analyst to activist. Because the organisations that benefit most from Insight aren't the ones that simply receive data. They're the ones where Insight professionals feel empowered to say: here's what I think, and here's why it matters. Please listen to find out more! Topics Discussed The Shift from Researchers to Insight Activists (2.34) Stakeholder Expectations and Misunderstandings(6.45) Competence Issues in Forming Opinions (10.46) The Shift in Skillset: From Technical to Business Understanding (16.03) The Value of Structured Tools in Insight Work (18.12) Encouraging Conversations and Safe Spaces for Opinions (22.49) This is episode 88 of the Transforming Insight podcast. If you have the ambition to transform your Insight team and the role it plays in your organisation, please tune in to future episodes. Not only will we explore the 42 secrets of successful corporate Insight teams as outlined in the Transforming Insight book, and the 9Ps of The Insight Leader's Playbook, we will also talk to senior corporate Insight leaders, delve into books that have inspired us, and discuss new best practice research carried out with the IMA's corporate members. You won't want to miss this! So please subscribe - and thank you for listening. About James Wycherley, the author of Transforming Insight James Wycherley was Director of Customer Insight and Analytics at Barclays Bank from 2005 to 2015 when he became Chief Executive of the Insight Management Academy (IMA). He published his first book, Transforming Insight, in 2020, and his second, The Insight Leader's Playbook, in 2025, and he hosts the Insight forums and the Transforming Insight podcast. An entertaining keynote speaker, he has presented over 50 times at Quirk's events, a global record, and has provided thought leadership in the UK, USA, Europe, Canada, Australia, India and the Middle East. The Insight Management Academy is the world's leading authority on transforming corporate Insight teams, and its vision is to inspire and support every Insight leader to transform the impact of Insight in their organisation. Resources: If you would like more information on any of the ideas discussed in this episode of the Transforming Insight podcast, please visit www.insight-management.org Disclaimer The Transforming Insight podcast is published by the Insight Management Academy and produced by Zorbiant.
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Building a brand with cycling culture in mind and doing it with the perspective of bringing back to the community the heritage and the class of timeless bikes.In this episode Calamaro talked with Rob Quirk and Simon Mottram who together are building the next chapter of Quirk Cycles. But we also talked about the Manchester to London and Ambitious about Autism.Do you want Calamaro to take part in the M2L? Write it down and if we reach the critical mass, we will force him to do it.Support the BroomWagon Podcast: https://ko-fi.com/broomwagonpodcastEpisode note:Quirk Cycles https://www.quirkcycles.com/Manchester to London https://www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/get-involved/take-on-a-challenge/fundraising-events/manchester-to-london-2026Manchester to London Simon Bike: https://www.quirkcycles.com/m2l-collectors-editionVoice by: Stefano Nucera aka Calamaro Photos by: Music by: Bonus PointsThe BroomWagon Podcast
Hey y'all! Join us as we discuss the My Hero Academia episode "Encounter, Part 2", including the La Croix of coffee, Aizawa being absurdly hot (again), and a Science Corner about Ragdoll's Quirk. Want more? Visit our website, myheroanalysis.com. Thanks for listening!Fight Genocide Worldwide Master Document Indivisible: A Practical Guide to Democracy on the BrinkACLU Know Your RightsBother Your Representatives
Where do you draw the line of weird behavior? Geena tells us how her boyfriend reuses paper plates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Where do you draw the line of weird behavior? Geena tells us how her boyfriend reuses paper plates.
Thomas walks us through the vision that has guided his team's development — anchored in three powerful questions: Where do we play? How do we win? And how do we keep winning? It's a deceptively simple framework that has proven robust enough to carry the team through seismic shifts, from the pandemic to the age of AI. What stands out about Thomas is the clarity and ambition of his thinking. Rather than waiting for the business to come to him with questions, he champions a proactive approach — one where Insight shapes strategy, not just supports it. It's a mindset that will feel both challenging and galvanising for Insight professionals at any stage of their career. We also dig into eBay's relationship with AI, including a fascinating 30-day AI challenge that brought the whole team on the journey together. For Thomas, AI isn't simply a tool for doing things faster — it's a creative partner that can unlock new ways of thinking and working. This is a rich, forward-looking conversation full of practical wisdom for anyone who wants to build Insight functions that genuinely drive competitive advantage. Please listen to find out more! Topics Discussed Growth of the Insight Team over the Years (2.26) The Three Fundamental Questions for Businesses(4.42) The Shift from Function to Capability in Insights (10.17) Embracing AI: The 30 Day Challenge (13.10) The Role of Insight Leaders in Shaping Questions (21.42) Creating the Future You Want to Be Part of (24.55) This is episode 87 of the Transforming Insight podcast. If you have the ambition to transform your Insight team and the role it plays in your organisation, please tune in to future episodes. Not only will we explore the 42 secrets of successful corporate Insight teams as outlined in the Transforming Insight book, and the 9Ps of The Insight Leader's Playbook, we will also talk to senior corporate Insight leaders, delve into books that have inspired us, and discuss new best practice research carried out with the IMA's corporate members. About James Wycherley, the author of Transforming Insight James Wycherley was Director of Customer Insight and Analytics at Barclays Bank from 2005 to 2015 when he became Chief Executive of the Insight Management Academy (IMA). He published his first book, Transforming Insight, in 2020, and his second, The Insight Leader's Playbook, in 2025, and he hosts the Insight forums and the Transforming Insight podcast. An entertaining keynote speaker, he has presented over 50 times at Quirk's events, a global record, and has provided thought leadership in the UK, USA, Europe, Canada, Australia, India and the Middle East. The Insight Management Academy is the world's leading authority on transforming corporate Insight teams, and its vision is to inspire and support every Insight leader to transform the impact of Insight in their organisation. Resources: If you would like more information on any of the ideas discussed in this episode of the Transforming Insight podcast, please visit www.insight-management.org Disclaimer The Transforming Insight podcast is published by the Insight Management Academy and produced by Zorbiant.
East Tampa native Anthony Gilbert is best known online as a food influencer exploring hidden culinary spots. Now he's bringing a full plate of ideas to local politics. We get a taste of his plans.Also on the show, why Florida Poly wants to get into college athletics, lawmakers are readying for overtime and a love letter to the state's underbelly.Call: 813-755-6562Message: FloridaMatters@wusf.orgWebsite: https://www.wusf.orgSign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletterFollow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg
Absolute legend and all round wild boy David Quirk sits down with Cap and Eddie to discuss meatspin, comedy, Thailand and ofcourse do a hack. Check out Quirk's new show as well as Bodriggy brewing. OOh baby Join the PATREON HERE - Just $7 (AUD) for bonus eps and content - get tons of behind the scenes hacks and pranks and help keep this podcast going! Go watch Capper's special Hold Me Closer Tiny Cancer HERE Follow CAPPER and ROHAN and PHONE HACKS on Instagram Subscribe where you're listening and leave a review to get the word out thereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Eddie takes us through how his team at Sage has shifted from traditional research cycles to a more agile, consultative model, one that keeps pace with rapid technological, political, and economic change. It's a mindset shift that will resonate with any Insight leader feeling the pressure to do more, faster, and with greater impact. We explore how AI and digital tools are transforming the Insight function in practice, with Eddie sharing real use cases from Sage, including knowledge management, conversational Insight agents, and synthetic data. He makes a compelling case for why synthetic data, when used alongside traditional methods, deserves a seat at the table and why a willingness to experiment is now a core professional competency. The conversation also looks ahead to the skills Insight teams will need to thrive: engineering, facilitation, and the ability to guide stakeholders through complexity rather than simply delivering findings. Yet for all the change on the horizon, Eddie reminds us that the fundamentals — curiosity, communication, and making sense of the complex — remain as valuable as ever. Whether you're an Insight leader navigating transformation or a researcher looking to grow your impact, this is an episode full of practical inspiration. Please listen to find out more! Topics Discussed The Untraditional Nature of Insight at Sage (2.46) The Importance of Personal Impact in Insight(6.23) The Fourth Era of Insight: Agentic Insight (10.40) Curating Insight for Stakeholders (20.19) Exploring Synthetic Data in Insight (25.22) The Future of Insight Operating Models (31.04) This is episode 86 of the Transforming Insight podcast. If you have the ambition to transform your Insight team and the role it plays in your organisation, please tune in to future episodes. Not only will we explore the 42 secrets of successful corporate Insight teams as outlined in the Transforming Insight book, and the 9Ps of The Insight Leader's Playbook, we will also talk to senior corporate Insight leaders, delve into books that have inspired us, and discuss new best practice research carried out with the IMA's corporate members. About James Wycherley, the author of Transforming Insight James Wycherley was Director of Customer Insight and Analytics at Barclays Bank from 2005 to 2015 when he became Chief Executive of the Insight Management Academy (IMA). He published his first book, Transforming Insight, in 2020, and his second, The Insight Leader's Playbook, in 2025, and he hosts the Insight forums and the Transforming Insight podcast. An entertaining keynote speaker, he has presented over 50 times at Quirk's events, a global record, and has provided thought leadership in the UK, USA, Europe, Canada, Australia, India and the Middle East. The Insight Management Academy is the world's leading authority on transforming corporate Insight teams, and its vision is to inspire and support every Insight leader to transform the impact of Insight in their organisation. Resources: If you would like more information on any of the ideas discussed in this episode of the Transforming Insight podcast, please visit www.insight-management.org Disclaimer The Transforming Insight podcast is published by the Insight Management Academy and produced by Zorbiant.
In this episode, Ryan Quirk from Sparrow Risk Group discusses the various risks and threats businesses face today, particularly in the realm of cybersecurity. He shares insights from his extensive background in risk management and law enforcement, emphasizing the importance of understanding both threats and vulnerabilities. Ryan highlights the growing issue of business email compromise and social engineering attacks, providing practical advice for business owners to protect themselves. He also discusses the innovative programs Sparrow Risk Group is developing to enhance security for clients.takeawaysRyan Quirk has a diverse background in risk management and law enforcement.Sparrow Risk Group focuses on holistic risk mitigation rather than just security.Emotional reactions can cloud judgment in crisis situations.Predictions for 2023 included geopolitical conflicts and shifts in technology.Business email compromise is a significant threat to businesses.Social engineering exploits trust and urgency to manipulate individuals.Cybersecurity measures can be affordable and effective for businesses.Understanding vulnerabilities is key to mitigating risks.The importance of taking a moment to assess threats before reacting.Sparrow Risk Group is developing new programs to enhance client security.keywords: risk management, cybersecurity, business threats, social engineering, email compromise, security solutions, risk mitigation, Ryan Quirk, Sparrow Risk Group, business protection
Whether print or digital, text or image, artistic or scientific, rare or common, historic or contemporary, most of the content we encounter contains accidental mistakes—ranging from typos to factual errors to errors arising from prejudicial assumptions—and a significant proportion of it also contains deliberate misinformation resulting from various forms of forgery, fakery, and piracy. In Forgers, Fakers, and Publisher-Pirates (U Alberta Press, 2025), Linda Quirk introduces the work of notorious and lesser-known forgers, reveals the various ways in which experts and authors have faked their own identities—ranging from carefully-selected pseudonyms to falsified ethnicities to fraudulent credentials—and explores a number of shady publishing practices. We can all become better readers and better at protecting ourselves from scammers by improving our understanding of the nature of the content before us. Linda Quirk is a librarian (Bruce Peel Special Collections, University of Alberta, Edmonton) whose research and publications focus on a group of women who, in the nineteenth century, did pioneering work in various fields and whose writings helped to break down the barriers then preventing women from full participation in Canadian society. Jen Hoyer is Technical Services and Electronic Resources Librarian at CUNY New York City College of Technology. She is co-author of What Primary Sources Teach: Lessons for Every Classroom (2022) and The Social Movement Archive (2021), and co-editor of Armed By Design: Posters and Publications of Cuba's Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia, and Latin America (2025). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Whether print or digital, text or image, artistic or scientific, rare or common, historic or contemporary, most of the content we encounter contains accidental mistakes—ranging from typos to factual errors to errors arising from prejudicial assumptions—and a significant proportion of it also contains deliberate misinformation resulting from various forms of forgery, fakery, and piracy. In Forgers, Fakers, and Publisher-Pirates (U Alberta Press, 2025), Linda Quirk introduces the work of notorious and lesser-known forgers, reveals the various ways in which experts and authors have faked their own identities—ranging from carefully-selected pseudonyms to falsified ethnicities to fraudulent credentials—and explores a number of shady publishing practices. We can all become better readers and better at protecting ourselves from scammers by improving our understanding of the nature of the content before us. Linda Quirk is a librarian (Bruce Peel Special Collections, University of Alberta, Edmonton) whose research and publications focus on a group of women who, in the nineteenth century, did pioneering work in various fields and whose writings helped to break down the barriers then preventing women from full participation in Canadian society. Jen Hoyer is Technical Services and Electronic Resources Librarian at CUNY New York City College of Technology. She is co-author of What Primary Sources Teach: Lessons for Every Classroom (2022) and The Social Movement Archive (2021), and co-editor of Armed By Design: Posters and Publications of Cuba's Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia, and Latin America (2025). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/communications
Cybersecurity threats are rising dramatically in America, with reported attacks against U.S. businesses surging by 150% over the past decade. Nearly 60% of organizations were hit by ransomware in 2024, costing billions, while families face increased phishing and identity theft risks. Smaller businesses are now primary targets due to limited defenses, according to National University. Meanwhile, Financial Loss by Age: Younger Americans (18-29) are slightly more likely to lose money to online scams (about 25%) compared to those 65 and older (15%), Pew Research Center reports. Diminishing Security Confidence: Over half (58%) of Americans aged 50 and older feel their personal information is less safe now than five years ago, according to Pew Research Center. Ryan Quirk is the Managing Director and founder of Sparrow Risk Group. He now focuses on cybersecurity and risk mitigation for Registered Investment Advisors and family offices, a sector facing rapidly evolving threats that most small firms underestimate. He brings 20 years of security experience bridging both civilian and government work, and is a recognized authority in protective operations and risk management. His clientele includes government agencies, professional athletes, foreign royalty, celebrities, and high-net-worth families. He's well-versed in identifying and mitigating security risks to maximize protection of human capital or assets within high-threat areas. Subject matter expert on physical security design, security design exploitation methods, and international protective security operations. For more information: https://www.sparrowrg.com/ Email: rquirk@sparrowrg.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Personal impact isn't just a quality for Insight leaders to focus on; it's something we should all consider if we want to thrive and survive in a fast-moving, rapidly changing corporate environment. And it's a critical thing for us to consider when the world of Insight as we have got used to thinking about it is unlikely to last long in its present form. Wherever you are on the AI-adoption curve, many of the skills and attributes that have given us opportunities and promotions in the past will mean less in the future. It will be all about the extent to which we can help our organisations make sense of data, apply learnings to business problems, build scenarios about future markets, and influence decision-makers to adopt the evidence-based opinions we have formed that will determine our success. And we can't do any of these unless we have developed a personal brand that helps us get invited into the room, and once in it, demonstrate sufficient personal presence that we are invited backSo how can we increase our personal impact? Please listen to find out more! Topics DiscussedThe solutions suggested so far for those who want to shape the future of Insight (3.04)The need to increase our personal impact (6.26)Being invited to the table and then earning our right to stay (8.50)But we're not natural self-publicists! (11.26)Revealing our personal brand values (13.13)James's knowledge set at Barclays (15.50)Hacks we can develop (19.48) This is episode 85 of the Transforming Insight podcast. If you have the ambition to transform your Insight team and the role it plays in your organisation, please tune in to future episodes. Not only will we explore the secrets of successful corporate Insight teams and their leaders, as outlined in James Wycherley's books, Transforming Insight and The Insight Leader's Playbook, we will also talk to senior corporate Insight leaders, delve into books that have inspired us, and discuss new best practice research carried out with the IMA's corporate members.You won't want to miss this! So please subscribe - and thank you for listening. About James Wycherley, the author of Transforming InsightJames Wycherley was Director of Customer Insight and Analytics at Barclays Bank from 2005 to 2015 when he became Chief Executive of the Insight Management Academy (IMA). He published his first book, Transforming Insight, in 2020, and his second, The Insight Leader's Playbook, in 2025, and he hosts the Insight forums and the Transforming Insight podcast.An entertaining keynote speaker, he has presented over 50 times at Quirk's events, a global record, and has provided thought leadership in the UK, USA, Europe, Canada, Australia, India and the Middle East.The Insight Management Academy is the world's leading authority on transforming corporate Insight teams, and its vision is to inspire and support every Insight leader to transform the impact of Insight in their organisation. Resources:If you would like more information on any of the ideas discussed in this episode of the Transforming Insight podcast, please visit www.insight-management.org DisclaimerThe Transforming Insight podcast is published by the Insight Management Academy and produced by Zorbiant.
Ria's transition from traditional Insight roles into marketing and digital positions demonstrates how embracing broader responsibilities can amplify an Insight professional's influence and impact.She highlights how marketing budgets face intense scrutiny, requiring Insight professionals to demonstrate tangible commercial value using language that resonates with senior leadership rather than traditional research terminology. This shift demands that Insight teams reframe their work to clearly articulate business impact and ROI.James and Rhea also talk about AI's transformative effect on the Insight profession, with Rhea urging professionals to adapt and embrace these technologies rather than ever resist them. In her view, while AI enhances productivity and efficiency, it cannot replace the critical thinking, relationship-building, and strategic interpretation that human insight professionals provide. It's a message that serves as a call-to-action for Insight professionals to redefine their roles, demonstrate clear commercial value, and remain relevant in an evolving landscape where traditional research functions are need to evolve. Please listen to find out more! Topics DiscussedPhilosophy of Insight and team impact (2.02)The changing nature of Insight roles(5.13)Current role at Moonpig Gift Experiences (8.23)Challenges of budgeting for Insight (12.37)Language and framing in Insight communication (15.42)The future of Insight in organisations(19.30) This is episode 84 of the Transforming Insight podcast. If you have the ambition to transform your Insight team and the role it plays in your organisation, please tune in to future episodes. Not only will we explore the secrets of successful corporate Insight teams and their leaders, as outlined in James Wycherley's books, Transforming Insight and The Insight Leader's Playbook, we will also talk to senior corporate Insight leaders, delve into books that have inspired us, and discuss new best practice research carried out with the IMA's corporate members.You won't want to miss this! So please subscribe - and thank you for listening. About James Wycherley, the author of Transforming InsightJames Wycherley was Director of Customer Insight and Analytics at Barclays Bank from 2005 to 2015 when he became Chief Executive of the Insight Management Academy (IMA). He published his first book, Transforming Insight, in 2020, and his second, The Insight Leader's Playbook, in 2025, and he hosts the Insight forums and the Transforming Insight podcast.An entertaining keynote speaker, he has presented over 50 times at Quirk's events, a global record, and has provided thought leadership in the UK, USA, Europe, Canada, Australia, India and the Middle East.The Insight Management Academy is the world's leading authority on transforming corporate Insight teams, and its vision is to inspire and support every Insight leader to transform the impact of Insight in their organisation. Resources:If you would like more information on any of the ideas discussed in this episode of the Transforming Insight podcast, please visit www.insight-management.org DisclaimerThe Transforming Insight podcast is published by the Insight Management Academy and produced by Zorbiant.
Democracy’s College: Research and Leadership in Educational Equity, Justice, and Excellence
In this episode, Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey, the recently retired president of Illinois Central College, talks with host H.M. Kuneyl about her career journey from corporate education into community college leadership, emphasizing how her Illinois-based communication and business training, paired with a practitioner-focused doctorate from Maryland, shaped her student success-driven philosophy. Among other topics, she and Kuneyl discuss the value of working across institutional silos, knowing one's "why," and pursuing leadership roles with purpose rather than for prestige.
In this episode we discuss when **Joe Quirk** recounts the turbulent history of the **seasteading movement**, detailing a decade-long struggle to establish autonomous floating societies. He describes a cycle of **political betrayals** and media hostility, ranging from abandoned agreements in **French Polynesia** to the life-threatening legal pursuit of pioneers in **Thailand**. **Quirk** emphasizes that the movement's survival depends on the power of **compelling storytelling** to overcome negative propaganda and government opposition. Despite numerous setbacks, he highlights recent progress in **Panama** and the **Maldives** as evidence of the project's resilience. Ultimately, the narrative frames seasteading as an **antifragile mission** that gains strength and global reach through every attempt to suppress it.#Seasteading #FloatingSocieties #AutonomousFloatingCities #JoeQuirk #SeasteadingMovement #FrenchPolynesia #PanamaSeasteading #MaldivesProgress #Antifragile #AntifragileSeasteading #SeasteadingResilience #FloatingFreedom #OceanLibertarianism #SeaStead #BlueFrontier #PoliticalBetrayal #GovernmentOpposition #CompellingStorytelling #OvercomePropaganda #SeasteadingSetbacksJoin our Discordhttps://discord.gg/W7cy7Tg9http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.facebook.com/atlantisseacolony/
Happy 2026! We're kicking off the new year by previewing the highly-anticipated season 4 of The Traitors with a cast draft. Our friend Jenna Quirk is back to join us in choosing our teams and giving our thoughts on how our faithful and traitors will fair this season. We can't wait to find out!Don't forget to follow us @letschatreality and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening!
Dan Nathan and Guy Adami host Steph Guild, Chief Investment Officer at Robinhood. Steph discusses her 2026 market outlook, reflecting on tech sector growth, AI developments, and S&P 500 predictions. She emphasizes her cautious approach for the coming year, focusing on diversification and value investing. After the break, Steve Quirk, Chief Brokerage Officer at Robinhood joins the pod. Steve talks about Robinhood's latest offerings, including prediction markets and event contracts, highlighting their rapid growth and retail investor interest. The episode also explores new AI tools like Cortex for customer portfolio management and Robinhood's new social platform aimed at fostering community and idea sharing among investors. —FOLLOW USYouTube: @RiskReversalMediaInstagram: @riskreversalmediaTwitter: @RiskReversalLinkedIn: RiskReversal Media
Campbell Quirk is a Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coach in the St. Louis Cardinals organization. He has been with the organization for four seasons, having worked two in Low-A and two in High-A. He was named the 2025 MiLB Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year in the Midwest League. Campbell is also a former college baseball player. Topics covered in this episode:-His journey and best professional baseball story-Being named the Midwest League SCOTY and finding success-Advice for others-Continuing education resourcesQuotes:-"I think, overall, Minor League Baseball has done a great job making sure the facilities are kept above par" (14:29)-"Showing the athlete you care is crucial because at the end of the day it's their journey" (18:57)-"The best day of my life was becoming a dad and having to learn how to look after someone else" (27:56)If you would like to learn more from Campbell, you can connect with him on social media:Instagram:@quirky26
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes Dr. Michelle Quirk to discuss everything you need to know about fitness, training, and mindful movement in midlife. As a pediatrician, run coach and the founder of Mindful Marathon, Dr. Quirk shares her expertise as we run down the best fitness practices for midlife. Learn why over-exercising can elevate stress hormones, as well as how we can address pelvic floor concerns, build mental grit, and eventually (yes, of course) engance our emotional and physical intimacy!Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It's the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex.To learn more about Dr. Sadaf's practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.comLike and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast!Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show!Follow us on Social Media...Instagram: DrSadafobgynTikTok: DrSadafobgyn
This week on Own It we're talking to Meryl Draper from Quirk Creative. She is truly global, leading a firm that has offices in New York, Guadalajara, and Paris, where she is based now. Meryl spent time at iconic agencies and with impressive brands through the years including Ogilvy & Mather, MSL Group, Cisco, Blackboard, IBM and more. After co-founding Quirk Creative in 2015, she has guided the agency to Adweek's Fastest Growing companies list. She's also been recognized on AdWeek's Creative 100, and The Drum's 50 under 30. She is impressive. So is her firm. And we loved her perspective on the industry and how we can help produce more women-led agencies … and women owned agencies … as we all continue to grow. You can find links to Meryl Draper's LinkedIn Profile and Quirk Creative's agency website in our show notes at untilyouownit.com. If you're enjoying Own It, please find it on your favorite podcast app and drop us a rating and review. Those help more people discover the show and join our community. Also, if you're a female or non-binary agency owner, or you want to own an agency someday, join our growing community at that same address … untilyouownit.com.
Christmas comes early this year, some immigrants build a terrible house, a bad way to meet women, too fat for fudge, a Maddox discovery about the self-insert Power Puff Girls episode, video games in Quirk Chungus World, a toilet with no seat, Indian airlines and wheelchairs, and Epstein becomes Yakub; all that and more this week on The Dick Show!
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"Hey Casual Anime Fanatics! Send us a text and let us know what you would like us to talk about next!In this episode of THAT ANIME PODCAST, The Casual Anime Fanatics discuss My Hero Academia, Season 8 (the Final Season), Episode 4, titled "Quirk: Explosion!!" and Episode 5, titled, "History's Greatest Villain". Welcome to the official podcast for Casual Anime Fanatics! We deliver fresh, entertaining episodes every week, exploring everything from classic favorites to hidden gems in the anime universe. Whether you're a long-time fan or just starting your anime adventure, THAT ANIME PODCAST is your go-to source for casual and insightful anime discussions.Enjoying the show? We'd love your support! If you like what you hear, consider leaving us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify. Your reviews help us reach even more anime enthusiasts just like you!Episode 4 Synopsis (According to Crunchyroll): The fierce battle with Bakugo reminds All For One of his and his brother Yoichi's origins. Episode 5 Synopsis (According to Crunchyroll): The balance of power shifts between Izuku and Shigaraki when the latter steals a Quirk from One For All. Stay connected with us:Instagram: @thatanimepodcastDiscord: Join our communityTune in, laugh with us, and let's celebrate all things anime together!
It's our annual check-in with Becks Quirk, while Kris is recovering from Women's Week in P-town! Becks and Tara talk about what's changed in the last year, where they're at, what keeps them motivated, as well as Becks's reflections after Banned Books Week. Official Recommendations From Becks: Every Step She Takes by Alison Cochrun In keeping with the annual nature of her visits, Becks's official recommendation this week is another Alison Cochrun audiobook, Every Step She Takes. A bout of turbulence provokes Sadie into coming out and sharing her deepest secrets with her seat companion, Mal, only to learn they're both joining the same tour of Camino de Santiago in Portugal. Becks is a sucker for physical journeys that exhaust the body and mind, leading to revelations and change. From Tara: Ladies in Hating by Alexandra Vasti Tara's official recommendation this week is Ladies in Hating by Alexandra Vasti. Lady Georgiana Cleeve is the author of many popular novels, which helps her support herself and her mother. When Lady Darling's books are equally popular and have details that are eerily similar to Georgiana's own books, Georgiana knows she has to unmask Lady Darling. She's in for the shock of her life when Lady Darling ends up being none other than Georgiana's teenage crush. Tara loved the emotional journeys in this one and how it plays with conventions from gothic novels. Works/People Discussed Banned Books Week Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic by Alison Bechdel (recommended in QR 064) Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe (recommended in QR 057) Flamer by Mike Curato They Came from Below by L Dreamer After All: A Sapphic Romance (Latitude & Longing Book 3) by Bryce Oakley Olive Oil and White Bread by Georgia Beers The Shape of You by Georgia Beers RuPaul's Drag Race UK (BBC Three, BBC One) Hades 2 (Supergiant Games) Iceberg by Gun Brooke Course of Action by Gun Brooke Hope in the Dark by Rebecca Solnit Meditations in an Emergency - Essays by Rebecca Solnit The Fortune Hunter's Guide to Love by Emma-Claire Sunday Heather Rose Jones Support & follow the show Buy us a Ko-fi Facebook Instagram Threads Bluesky TikTok YouTube Get all our links on Linktr.ee
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What if you could combine your passion for helping people with the freedom to serve the clients you love most? That's exactly what Anne Quirk discovered when she launched True Self Speech Therapy in Providence, Rhode Island.Anne is a speech-language pathologist specializing in neurological conditions, voice disorders, and gender-affirming voice therapy. After years in nonprofits and hospitals, she began craving more balance, control, and the chance to serve her ideal clients.With encouragement from colleagues, Anne took the leap into private practice. Now she helps stroke survivors communicate again, supports transgender clients in finding affirming voices, and has built a thriving caseload through word-of-mouth referrals.In this episode, you'll hear how Anne has embraced the flexibility of private practice to shape a career that truly reflects her values. By expanding her team and creating resources like her newsletter, News for the Affirming SLP, she's found ways to support both her clients and her family—while stepping fully into her true self.In this episode, we discuss:The leap from healthcare burnout to starting her own practiceHow gender-affirming voice therapy helped her practice grow in its first yearBalancing private practice with raising three kidsAnd why hiring a team changed everythingAnne's journey is proof that private practice is possible at any stage of your career—and that specializing in the clients you're most passionate about can help you stand out, attract referrals, and make a bigger impact.If you're ready to build a private practice that reflects your true self—just like Anne has learned more about our Grow Your Private Practice Program – where our other coaches can help you set up systems as you shift from clinician to CEO. To learn more, please visit www.GrowYourPrivatePractice.com.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned:Follow Anne on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trueselfspeech/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trueselfspeechLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashak/Check out her website: www.trueselfspeech.comLearn more about growing your practice: www.GrowYourPrivatePractice.comWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast:
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Get ready for a fun and inspiring conversation with Lauren Quirk, Founder of Travel With Character®! Lauren is proof that theme park travel can be just as chic, seamless, and story-driven as a luxury FIT trip. From hand-picking resorts and tickets to crafting VIP tours and personalized itineraries, she and her team sprinkle creativity, precision, and a little magic into every detail. With her bubbly personality and entertainment background, Lauren shares how she went from Broadway stages to building a thriving agency. She talks about why she recently transitioned from independent contractors to an employee model, why charging planning fees is a must, and how she blends personality-packed social media with polished systems to create unforgettable client experiences. Ready to see theme park travel in a whole new light? This episode is packed with ideas, laughs, and a dose of Lauren's contagious enthusiasm. About Lauren Quirk: Lauren is the Founder of Travel With Character®, a backstage production team for designing luxury family vacations. Over the past six years she has assembled a small team of creative women who guide today's discerning travelers who value personalized and attentive service over DIY booking methods. Lauren's education and background are in the performing arts, with a history on the off-Broadway stages of New York, and LA productions like "Grease Live! On Fox", and Comedy Central sketches. She now translates this creativity and storytelling into her travel business, crafting unique experiences for every client, helping them to embrace their own "main character energy." Lauren's innovative approach to travel industry marketing has not gone unnoticed. She has been a Travel Weekly Gold Magellan award recipient and a finalist in TravelAge West's Trendsetter Awards, celebrating her social media content. Her unique marketing signature includes creating comedic musical pieces related to travel, engaging audiences and inviting them into a world of exploration and enjoyment. @travelwithcharacter travelwithcharacter.com Today we will cover: (03:00) The story behind Travel With Character® and Lauren's journey from Broadway to travel (06:45) Why Lauren transitioned from independent contractors to employees for stronger brand consistency (12:20) Best tools and software for planning Disney and theme park vacations (18:45) Charging planning fees and demonstrating the value of professional expertise (23:35) Offering concierge-level Disney services including Lightning Lanes and dining reservations (28:35) Streamlining workflows to deliver a polished and seamless client experience (31:45) How to collect client testimonials and Google reviews that build trust (41:05) Expanding from theme park travel to international destinations (44:50) Creating engaging social media content with musical parodies for marketing (47:15) Lauren's top advice for travel advisors: confidence, systems, and preparation JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY VISIT THE TEMPLATE SHOP EXPLORE THE PROGRAMS FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM @TiqueHQ Thanks to Our Tique Talks Sponsors: Moxie & Fourth - Get $30 off the List Launch Kit with code PODCAST
In this insightful clip from Market Mondays, hosts Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings sit down with Steve Quirk, a prominent leader from Robinhood, to dive deep into smart margin strategies, the evolving behavior of young retail investors, and the exciting future of AI in investing.Steve delivers valuable advice for those considering investing with margin, urging a methodical and opportunistic approach. He shares why having a solid plan is crucial, and why sticking to that plan—especially in volatile markets—often leads to more successful outcomes. The conversation highlights how younger investors, despite smaller account sizes compared to traditional brokerage customers, are showing impressive sophistication and adapting to changing markets by leveraging broad-based ETFs, like the S&P 500.Transitioning to technology, Steve unveils Robinhood's ongoing integration of artificial intelligence, including the upcoming “Robinhood Cortex.” This tool utilizes AI to keep investors instantly informed of market-moving news related to their portfolio or watchlist, with future versions offering strategic, real-time investment advice tailored to each user's market outlook.To round out the discussion, the conversation turns to how current political and economic decisions—from tariffs to regulatory changes—are impacting the market, and why transparency and clarity in policy communication are more necessary than ever.Whether you're new to investing or looking to refine your trading strategies, this clip is packed with practical tips, industry trends, and future-facing insights you won't want to miss!✨ *Key Topics Covered:* Margin trading advice and risk management Emerging trends among young investors Shifting from individual stocks to ETFs during market volatility Robinhood's integration of artificial intelligence (AI) The future of real-time, AI-powered investment tools How political and regulatory uncertainty affects markets The importance of clear communication in policy changes