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SN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joins the show to discuss changes to CBC's Hockey Night In Canada, what he thinks of the Leafs' Joseph Woll trade to Philadelphia, the new current Maple Leafs depth chart, the future of Matthew Knies with the Maple Leafs, what a reasonable return for Morgan Rielly is if Toronto decides to move him, and if John Tortorella could be a fit in Toronto.
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Late registration for self employment can quickly become a cash flow problem. Missing HMRC deadlines may lead to penalties, backdated returns, VAT issues, and unnecessary stress for sole traders and new business owners. About this episode When a business starts, it is easy to focus on websites, branding, customers, bank accounts, and sales. However, basic tax compliance matters from the very beginning. In this episode, we explain what can happen when self-employed businesses fail to register on time. We cover the registration threshold, the 5 October deadline, failure to notify penalties, voluntary disclosure, Making Tax Digital, backdated tax returns, and VAT registration risks. This episode is especially useful for sole traders, side hustlers, freelancers, and new business owners who may not realise that HMRC looks at total sales before expenses, not just profit. What you'll learn in this episode When self-employed registration becomes mandatoryWhy the £1,000 threshold is based on sales, not profitWhy the 5 October deadline mattersHow late registration can affect cash flowWhat failure to notify meansWhy voluntary disclosure can reduce penaltiesHow Making Tax Digital changes compliance habitsWhy VAT registration can create a separate financial risk Why late registration for self employment matters Late registration for self employment is not just a paperwork issue. It can expose a business owner to HMRC penalties, backdated tax returns, interest, and extra pressure on the bank balance. The key point is that HMRC looks at total sales before expenses. If total trading income goes over the relevant threshold, we cannot simply deduct costs, look at the profit, and use that lower figure to avoid registration. If you are starting out as a sole trader, our episode on Tax and Your Self Employed Business is a useful next step for understanding the wider tax position. “Never assume that small revenue numbers mean the tax man will ignore you.” The £1,000 trading income point One of the most important points in this episode is that the registration point is based on sales, not profit. That means we look at total income before deducting business expenses. This matters because a business may have low profit, or even early trading losses, but still need to understand whether Self Assessment registration applies. Why voluntary registration may still help Voluntary registration can sometimes be sensible, especially where the business has early trading losses. Depending on the wider personal tax position, those losses may help when preparing a tax return. The main message is simple: track every transaction from day one. Good bookkeeping helps us understand sales, expenses, profit, tax exposure, and whether registration is needed. The 5 October deadline The key deadline for telling HMRC about new self-employed income is 5 October following the end of the tax year. Missing that date can put the business owner into late registration territory. For example, if someone starts trading in May 2025, the deadline for informing HMRC would be 5 October 2026. Waiting until the tax payment deadline is not the same as registering on time. Failure to notify and HMRC penalties When someone does not tell HMRC about taxable income on time, this can fall under failure to notify rules. Penalties can depend on the tax owed, the length of the delay, and whether the behaviour was careless, deliberate, or corrected voluntarily. Coming forward before HMRC contacts us is usually better than waiting. An unprompted disclosure can help reduce the penalty position and show that we are trying to correct the problem. Practical steps if you have registered late Do not ignore the problemWork out when the business started tradingGather income and expense recordsRegister with HMRC as soon as possiblePrepare any missing tax returnsMake a voluntary disclosure where appropriateSpeak to a qualified adviser if several years are involved Backdated tax returns can become expensive If a business has been trading under the radar for several years, HMRC may expect tax declarations from the date the business started. That can mean backdated tax returns, late filing penalties, interest, and a larger bill than expected. Late filing penalties are separate from failure to notify penalties. This means the costs can build up quickly if the issue is left unresolved. Making Tax Digital and digital records Modern UK tax compliance is becoming more digital. Making Tax Digital increases the importance of proper bookkeeping, regular updates, and reliable accounting systems. Poor records make deadlines harder to manage. If quarterly updates, digital record keeping, or bookkeeping systems are relevant to your business, it is worth getting organised early rather than waiting until HMRC pressure builds. If you need help putting better systems in place, our Xero accounting support can help you improve bookkeeping and digital record keeping. Do not forget VAT registration Self Assessment is not the only registration risk. As a business grows, VAT can become another major compliance area. If taxable turnover passes the VAT registration threshold, the business may need to register for VAT. Late VAT registration can mean backdated VAT on past sales, even where VAT was not charged to customers at the time. That can damage profit margins and cash flow. Our episode on VAT in the UK: How It Works and How to Stay Compliant explains the wider VAT position for businesses. Why ignoring the problem makes it worse Many people do not register late because they set out to avoid tax. Sometimes the issue starts as a mistake, then becomes harder to face as time passes. Fear and anxiety can make the delay even longer. The problem is that waiting rarely improves the position. The sooner we act, the easier it is to organise records, explain the delay, reduce penalties where possible, and rebuild control over the numbers. Practical steps to stay compliant Track all sales from the first day of tradingDo not confuse sales with profitPut the 5 October registration deadline in your calendarKeep digital records where possibleReview whether VAT registration may applyAsk for help before HMRC contacts youDeal with historic errors quickly and honestly Related episodes Tax and Your Self Employed BusinessThe Benefits of Operating as a Sole TraderVAT in the UK: How It Works and How to Stay Compliant Key takeaway Late registration for self employment can create penalties, backdated tax returns, VAT problems, and unnecessary stress. The best approach is to know the registration rules, track income properly, act before HMRC contacts us, and get professional help where needed. Do not ignore registration if you have met the criteria. Get organised, fix the problem early, and protect your bank balance. Plan it, Do it, Profit. Share this episode Share this episode: Listen on Apple Podcasts
For 20 years, Collin Corbett helped get Republicans elected in Illinois. This spring he walked away from his party, took a leave from his firm, shut down his own political podcast, filed 37,000 signatures — and now he's running for Governor as an Independent while Darren Bailey's campaign tries to knock him off the ballot. Pete and Rick Lesser put your questions to him — the ones from the Lake Forest Lake Bluff News group: the pension crisis (yes, Squeezy the Python makes an appearance), property taxes, mental health, abortion, the Bears, and why Illinois keeps losing people, jobs, and businesses to neighboring states. He answered almost everything — and when the spoiler question came, he answered it directly. We document. You decide.
Join us as JPuncut and Alex Sorin COLLIDE on, "Is the invocation/intercession of departed saints of apostolic origin and established in the early (pre-Nicene) Church?" in this format debate including openings, rebuttals, cross exams, dialogue, closing remarks and an extended audience Q&A. LINKS TO GUESTS: @JPuncut @Alex_Ortodoxie Modern-Day Debate's flagship event DEBATECON 8 will be in DALLAS on July 25/26th! Grab tickets now! https://events.eventnoire.com/e/debatecon-8-by-modern-day-debate Join the movement & help us cover the specific cost of security at DEBATECON 8! https://gofund.me/65441effa Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Hour 3 - Anyone could've been the reasonable one in the room + AJ Brown funny story full 2759 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:59:02 +0000 kUwGHBZLIOy7IlNJJaZDp8kEwPDev2cx nfl,mlb,kansas city chiefs,kansas city royals,society & culture Cody & Gold nfl,mlb,kansas city chiefs,kansas city royals,society & culture Hour 3 - Anyone could've been the reasonable one in the room + AJ Brown funny story Hosts Cody Tapp & Alex Gold team up for 96.5 The Fan Radio's newest mid-day show "Cody & Gold." Two born & raised Kansas Citians, Cody & Gold have been through all the highs and lows as a KC sports fan and they know the passion Kansas City has for their sports teams."Cody & Gold" will be a show focused on smart, sports conversation with the best voices from KC and around the country. It will also feature our listeners with your calls, texts & tweets as we want you to be a part of the show, not just a listener. Cody & Gold, weekdays 10a-2p on 610 Sports Radio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture https://pla
The leading expert on the Moral Argument for God, Dr. David Baggett, joins Dr. Craig to discuss their new book Reasonable Moral Faith.
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Under trial, Paul accounts for his life and message, revealing the Gospel can stand before any authority.
Ryan breaks down Christian Watson's four-year, $110.5 million extension ($27.6M AAV) and explains why it lands as a reasonable, team-friendly deal given the injury concerns baked into the numbers. He puts it in context of the exploding salary cap (top WRs now over $42M) and recent extensions like Drake London. Also covers Josh Sweat trade rumors, Malik Willis update in Miami, Robert Tunyon signing with the Steelers, NFC North injury news from Detroit and Chicago, and more offseason notes.
Ryan breaks down Christian Watson's four-year, $110.5 million extension ($27.6M AAV) and explains why it lands as a reasonable, team-friendly deal given the injury concerns baked into the numbers. He puts it in context of the exploding salary cap (top WRs now over $42M) and recent extensions like Drake London. Also covers Josh Sweat trade rumors, Malik Willis update in Miami, Robert Tunyon signing with the Steelers, NFC North injury news from Detroit and Chicago, and more offseason notes.
Federal employees with disabilities are suing the Justice Department for denying their reasonable accommodations requests to telework. A new class action complaint alleges that DOJ's new policy violates the Rehabilitation Act. Two DOJ employees involved in the lawsuit previously had approved telework accommodations for years, due to a disability. But after strict return-to-office requirements, their telework accommodations were later denied. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hosts: Ed Jones (Owner of Nutrition World) & Clint Powell A variety of topics all related to living a healthy life Presented by: Nutrition World www.nutritionw.com Broadcasting from the Nooga Dentistry Studio www.noogadentistry.com Production of: Whitfield Media Group www.vitalhealthradio.com Title: Impact of Tennessee Hemp Bill, Discussion of Polypharmacy & Deprescribing with Dr. Curt Dearing [0:00:00] Ed's Media & Product Updates Preview of main topics: Upcoming Tennessee hemp bill and its negative impact on people using hemp for anxiety, pain, and insomnia. Dr. Curt Deering will discuss polypharmacy and deprescribing. Ed's recent appearances on multiple TV outlets (Fox Phoenix & LA, Be Well NY, CBS Detroit). Discussion of testing the AquaTru water filtration system at home as a potential recommendation (microplastics, partial fluoride removal). Mention that peptides are a growing topic; reference to Noel Lawson as go‑to for prescribed peptides [0:10:42] Tennessee Hemp Bill & Hemp Industry Impact Introduces guest: Dwayne Madden, owner of Hemp House, as a respected local expert. As of July 1 in Tennessee: All Delta‑8 products will no longer be available for in‑state sale. Many THCA products and all vape products will be gone from shops. CBD and Delta‑9 edibles will have caps: Max 15 mg per serving. Max 300 mg per package. Dwayne notes: Heavy users (e.g., serious pain/conditions) will need to consume many servings to reach effective doses. Law doesn't limit how many packages a person can buy, so total milligrams aren't truly stopped—just made inconvenient. Dwayne explains regulatory control moved: From Tennessee Department of Agriculture (2017–2023) To the ABC (Alcoholic Beverage Commission) Board. Key impacts: All products must now go through distributors, similar to alcohol. Distributors collect taxes and sit between producers and retailers. Small operators like Dwayne cannot qualify for distributor licenses , so he must pay a distributor to move product from his own lab to his own stores. Ed frames this as “follow the money trail” and a way to crush competition. In Tennessee after July 1: No in‑state online hemp sales. Banned products (Delta‑8, etc.) not criminalized for possession or use, only for sale. Potential Workaround: Consumers can order from out‑of‑state websites (e.g., North Carolina), receive products in Tennessee Money leaves the local economy, hurting Tennessee businesses. Ed and Dwayne suggest alcohol industry is likely threatened because many people are reducing alcohol use by using hemp products instead Dwayne notes: Alcohol sales have declined while hemp sales rose. Regulators appear to be protecting alcohol interests via hemp restrictions. [0:17:41] Federal Regulations & State Opt‑Outs Upcoming federal regulations in November: Expected to be similarly “ugly and nasty” for hemp nationwide. States will have an option to opt out of these federal hemp rules. Tennessee's stance: Governor has stated Tennessee will NOT opt out, so federal restrictions will apply here. Other states (e.g., North Carolina) might opt out, keeping their markets more open. Industry response: Advocacy groups Tennessee Growers Coalition and Hemp Law Group monitor legislation and organize pushback. Some supportive legislators exist, but political drive to reverse current law is limited. Dwayne and Ed distinguish: Reasonable regulation (ID checks, lab tests, dosage clarity, education) vs. A “wipeout/control/takeover” by shifting to ABC and forcing distributor reliance. Dwayne: Says credible local shops (Hemp House, Chattanooga peers like BeeGrity, Snapdragon, etc.) already follow high standards. States this law is not about safety but about control and revenue capture, and will hurt small farmers and businesses. [0:25:55] What Consumers Should Do Before Deadline Practical advice: Stock up now on products that will disappear: Delta‑8 gummies (popular for sleep, anxiety, pain). Other higher‑milligram THC/CBD edibles. Flower and vapes. Hemp House is running clearance sales to move remaining inventory. Dosing notes: Many people do well with ½ Delta‑8 gummy for sleep/anxiety/pain. Some need more or less; staff helps tailor doses for goals. Hemp House will close its North Shore/Tremont Street flagship store by July 1 due to expected sales hit. Remaining Hemp House locations: Ringgold Road (East Ridge) near Spring Creek. Ooltewah by Food City on Lee Highway. Hixson Pike near Workout Anytime and Publix. Broader impact: Other Chattanooga hemp businesses have large staffs (some near 100 employees) and will be heavily affected. The industry is described as grassroots, farmer‑driven, and passionately quality‑focused. [0:33:20] Polypharmacy & Deprescribing with Dr. Curt Dearing Ed introduces Dr. Curt Dearing, clinical pharmacist at Nutrition World (30+ years experience). Curt's background: Formerly fully conventional pharmacist; later “veil lifted” as he discovered green pharmacy (nutritional & botanical alternatives). Current mission: Community outreach to medical schools and residency programs Teach about nutritional and natural alternatives not covered in standard curriculums. Traditional training provides almost zero meaningful nutrition or green pharmacy education. Polypharmacy: use of 5 or more prescription medications. Curt notes: Majority of Americans 65+ meet this definition. Average American receives ~17 prescriptions per year (not all concurrent). Consequences: Increased ER visits due to drug side effects. Estimated ~250,000 deaths/year from drug‑induced causes. Curt's role: Specializes in deprescribing: safely reducing or eliminating unnecessary pharmaceuticals and replacing them with effective natural options when possible. How Curt Works with Patients & Their Doctors Curt provides coaching, not independent prescribing. Creates detailed packets (10–18+ pages) explaining: Why certain drugs may no longer be needed. Evidence for natural alternatives (e.g., supplements, lifestyle changes). Encourages clients to take the packet to their doctor and have an informed discussion. Patients often fear how their doctors will react to attempts to deprescribe. Green Pharmacy Approach (as described by Dr. Curt Dearing) Using nutritional, botanical, and lifestyle-based therapies either instead of or alongside pharmaceuticals. Focusing on root causes and supporting the body's own healing mechanisms, not just pushing lab numbers in a certain direction. Why polypharmacy is a problem: Increases side effects, drug–drug interactions, and emergency room visits. Contributes to cognitive decline, gut problems, and overall worse health. Often leads to the “prescribing cascade”: Drug A causes side effects → a new drug is added for those side effects → more side effects → more drugs, and so on. How Dr. Curt Dearing uses green pharmacy to reduce polypharmacy: Curt creates a comprehensive list of all medications and supplements. Asks: “Why was this started?” and “Is it still needed?” Looks for: Drugs with no clear current indication. Drugs where a natural option can give similar or better benefit with fewer risks. Drugs that can be safely tapered or sometimes stopped outright (always in coordination with the prescriber). Identifies which meds are likely causing the most harm or least benefit. Some drugs require slow, structured tapering (e.g., sleep meds, acid blockers). Others may be candidates for direct discontinuation after medical agreement. Replacing or supporting with natural alternatives ( please note this is not medical advice, this is a discussion of personal examples in collaboration with medical oversight) Cholesterol: Instead of (or in place of some) statin use, Curt uses berberine and bergamot (Berbercol). In Ed's brother's case, his cholesterol numbers improved on green-pharmacy options, matching or exceeding statin outcomes without the same side‑effect burden. Pain & inflammation: Uses curcumin (for most people), and Boswellia when curcumin isn't enough. Gut/acid issues: Long-term proton pump inhibitor (PPI) use (e.g., omeprazole, lansoprazole) is flagged as harmful to gut microbiome and nutrient absorption. Curt builds step-down plans (tapering PPIs) while supporting the gut with natural measures instead of leaving people on a PPI for 30 years. Focus on side benefits, not side effects. Green pharmacy interventions are chosen because they: Address root causes (e.g., metabolic health, inflammation, gut integrity). Often have multiple positive effects (e.g., berberine helping blood sugar and lipids; curcumin helping joints and systemic inflammation). The aim is fewer total drugs, fewer side effects, better overall function. Clients are encouraged to work with their doctor, so deprescribing is: Planned, Monitored, and Integrated with their existing care. Curt and Ed both acknowledge there are situations where “rescue medicine” is necessary: Severe pain where an opioid is appropriate. Acute crises where drugs are needed as a bandage. The green pharmacy view: Use those drugs as short‑term tools, Then remove or reduce them once the immediate crisis passes, While implementing natural strategies to decrease the need for long‑term prescriptions. [0:56:26] Final Segment At‑home HPV testing for cervical cancer Ed explains HPV is a major driver of cervical cancer Historically, women had to schedule an in‑office visit for cervical screening, which creates barriers (cost, fear, time, discomfort, lack of insurance). He notes there is now an option for at‑home HPV testing for cervical screening. Intended to increase access for women who aren't getting regular screening. Ed strongly approves of this as a valuable preventive tool and encourages women who haven't been tested to consider it. Ed cites new data showing: Microplastics are found in 100% of human stool samples tested in one study. Higher levels of microplastics are now being linked to gallstones. Broader concerns: Everyday plastic exposure (especially with food and drink) means these particles can: Interact with cells, Drive inflammation, Contribute to premature cellular aging and reduced energy. Practical countermeasures he recommends: Avoid heating food in plastic or placing hot food into plastic containers/wrap (e.g., Saran wrap, plastic take‑out containers). Filter drinking water to remove microplastics (he's trialing the AquaTru system at home, which he says removes 100% of microplastics and much of the fluoride). Improve indoor air quality to reduce airborne microplastic exposure. Ed highlights a serious, long‑term job opening at Nutrition World: Not a summer or short‑term job. Best for someone philosophically aligned with healthy eating and the “green pharmacy” approach. Interested candidates should: Go into the store and speak with Scott, Elisha, or Matt and complete an application. The post Radio Show / Podcast – May 31, 2026 first appeared on Vital Health Radio.
Facing a negotiation with your high-conflict ex can feel like showing up to a battle already defeated — especially when they have more money, more confidence, or a better attorney. But corporate negotiation expert Lynn Price says the power imbalance you're feeling may be less real than you think. What IS real is whether you make the ask.Lynn spent 25 years as in-house corporate counsel and completed over 11,000 negotiations. In this conversation with Lisa Johnson, she breaks down her Three Rs Framework — Ready, Relatable, and Reasonable — and explains exactly how to apply it when you're co-parenting with someone determined to make your life miserable.In this episode, you'll learn:- The one mindset shift that lets you make the ask even when you feel powerless- How to use the 'have to haves / helpful haves / hopeful haves' system to walk into mediation with a clear, strategic game plan- Why you must stop talking after you make a request — and how to handle the silence- The acting technique that protects your most important priorities (your ex will never see it coming)- How to build enough rapport with a difficult person to actually move the negotiation forward- A general rule from a retired army general that will keep you out of trouble in every difficult conversation- Why practicing out loud — even to your mirror or your dog — can change how you show up in mediation- How to use AI to prepare for your next difficult conversation with your co-parentLisa and Lynn also explore the difference between negotiation and mediation, the psychology of letting the other side 'win' things that don't actually matter, and why knowing your 'walk-away' point before you sit down is one of the most powerful moves you can make.This isn't just theory — Lynn spent nearly 14 years in the construction industry, where her company had no leverage, going up against huge players and still getting what they needed. Her approach works on everyone from Fortune 500 executives to toxic co-parents. And it can work for you.If you're heading into custody mediation, a co-parenting negotiation, or just trying to get your ex to switch a weekend, this conversation will change how you approach it.About Lynn Price:Lynn Price is a negotiation speaker, trainer, and attorney. She spent over 25 years as in-house corporate counsel, completing more than 11,000 negotiations.Website: lynnpriceconsulting.comBook: 'Negotiate It!' on Amazon
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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are reassessing the Phillies on Memorial Day, breaking down this weekend's loss to Cleveland and previewing the upcoming west coast trip to San Diego and Los Angeles.
“I took it for granted that we were trying to make the world a better place. But I think in retrospect that was naïve. What kind of change? For whom? We kind of forgot to specify what the purpose of all this disruption was.” — Eric Ries In 2011, Eric Ries published The Lean Startup, a book that reflected the optimistic zeitgeist about disruptive Silicon Valley companies. Fifteen years later, in Incorruptible: Why Good Companies Go Bad and How Great Companies Stay Great, Ries reflects today's totally different zeitgeist about the value of companies inside and outside Silicon Valley. Back in 2011, everybody loved tech. Ries, creator of the Lean Startup method and founder of the Long-Term Stock Exchange, admits he was naïve in his positive view of disruptive corporations. In Incorruptible, Ries argues that corporate corruption is structural, rather than a problem of bad actors. As organisations grow (ie: become more disruptive), the systems that govern them — ownership, incentives, charters, accountability — quietly reshape behaviour. Success itself becomes a form of financial gravity, diverting companies away from their original purpose. Ries proposes that we design organisations to be incorruptible from the beginning. It's the Patagonia model. When the outdoor clothing company almost went bankrupt in the 1990s, their bank agreed to restructure their loans if they would suspend their charitable donations for a couple of years. No deal, the CEO said. The bank blinked and Patagonia remained Patagonia. Now, Ries argues, every corporation should try to emulate Patagonia and become the incorruptible corporation. We must all join Eric Ries in getting beyond the lean startup. Five Takeaways • Corporate Corruption Is Structural, Not Ethical: For decades, we've explained corporate failures as problems of bad actors, moral weakness, or isolated scandals. Ries' argument: that story doesn't match reality. Again and again, companies founded with strong ideals drift toward short-term thinking, extractive behaviour, and mission abandonment — often despite the best intentions of people inside them. The failure is structural. As organisations grow, the systems that govern them — ownership structures, incentives, charters — quietly reshape behaviour. Success becomes financial gravity, bending companies away from their purpose. • The Patagonia Model: Organisational Strength, Not Moral Righteousness: When Patagonia nearly went bankrupt in the 1990s due to outsourcing to poor-quality foreign factories, their lead lender agreed to restructure the loans on one condition: suspend charitable donations during the restructuring. Reasonable request — any other company would have said yes. Patagonia said no. The bank blinked. Ries' reading: this is not moral righteousness. It is organisational strength. The ability to resist external pressure and stay true to a core principle. That is what makes a company not just good but great. Also: Black Wednesday, the day of their layoffs, is still referred to by name inside the company. • The Wrong Distinction: For-Profit vs Non-Profit: Ries argues that the distinction between for-profit and non-profit is fundamentally a tax code distinction that has come to define how we think about organisations in ways that are misleading and harmful. He proposes a reframe: if profit means the maximisation of human flourishing, then the Smithsonian is very for-profit and Philip Morris is very non-profit. This reframe changes what we should demand of governance, of accountability, of what organisations are for. It is simultaneously an economic and a political argument. • Civic Infrastructure: The Political Dimension: Ries' book ends with a chapter on what he calls civic infrastructure — the kinds of organisations that set the rules of the road for others. He argues that the principles of incorruptible design apply not just to companies but to the institutions of governance. The darkness of the current political moment is, for him, partly a failure of organisational design. When this darkness passes, he argues, the generation that follows will have to rebuild civic infrastructure in the way the generation that survived the Depression built the institutions that governed the second half of the twentieth century. • The Anakin/Padamé Problem: Ries' Mea Culpa: Ries opens with a reference to the famous internet meme — Anakin says he's going to change the world, and Padamé asks: for the better? He grins mischievously. Ries used to find it funny. Then it stopped being funny. When he wrote The Lean Startup, he assumed the purpose of disruption was to make the world a better place. He took it for granted. He now thinks that was naïve. The lesson: you have to specify the purpose. What kind of change? For whom? That is the question that Incorruptible is trying to answer. About the Guest Eric Ries is the creator of the Lean Startup method and the author of the New York Times bestseller The Lean Startup, The Leader's Guide, and The Startup Way. As a founder, he has put his ideas into practice with the Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE), Answer.AI, Virgil, and IMVU. He is the author of Incorruptible: Why Good Companies Go Bad and How Great Companies Stay Great (Authors Equity/Simon & Schuster, May 26, 2026). He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. References: • Incorruptible: Why Good Companies Go Bad and How Great Companies Stay Great by Eric Ries (Authors Equity, May 26, 2026). • The Lean Startup by Eric Ries (Crown Business, 2011). • The Startup Way by Eric Ries (Currency, 2017). • More information and bonus materials at incorruptible.co. About Keen On America Nobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States — hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 2,900 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the most prolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting. WebsiteSubstackYouTubeApple PodcastsSp...
James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are reassessing the Phillies on Memorial Day, breaking down this weekend's loss to Cleveland and previewing the upcoming west coast trip to San Diego and Los Angeles.
Many non-Christians view serving God as unreasonable, but Christianity does not require you to check your brain out at the door. In today's message, Pastor Jeff Ables discusses 5 reasons why it is reasonable to serve God. Prayed to accept Jesus? Congratulations! Text SAVED to 337-222-3210 or click here https://bit.ly/CC_saved New to Crossroads Church? Learn all about us at https://mycrossroads.org
One of our greatest current threats is the absence of reason in our togetherness. In today's message, Pastor Jeff Ables discuss how to reason with one another in order to have unity in the body of Christ.Prayed to accept Jesus? Congratulations! Text SAVED to 337-222-3210 or click here https://bit.ly/CC_saved New to Crossroads Church? Learn all about us at https://mycrossroads.org
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Tackle priority and Blake Miller's floor The Detroit Lions Podcast zeroed in on why offensive tackle felt likely going into the NFL draft. The class at tackle was top heavy. Options like Morgan Freeling and Proctor were in the mix. Detroit landed Blake Miller. Miller brings more than 50 plus starts. He shows lateral quickness for a big frame. The question is ceiling. Can he become a dominant force or is he a steady pro? The discussion leaned toward a very respectable starter. Solid baseline. Reasonable risk. Clear need met. Derek Moore's motor and rush upside Derek Moore drew differing opinions after Senior Bowl looks. The tape shows a high motor. Power at contact. Strong, active hands. He finishes when he wins early. The rush potential pops more than the all around game right now. That profile still checks Lions boxes. Effort. Physicality. Inside hands. Moore fits the rotation and can scale up if the pass rush package tightens. The bet is on juice and refinement. The value aligns with where Detroit picked. Nickel value, late finds, and roles Keith Abney was the surprise slider, landing at 157. Short, not small. Instinctive. Natural mover in coverage. Some label him a nickel only. That role matters. In today's NFL, the nickel is a twelfth starter. Detroit's corner group has battled injuries. There are questions about Branch health. The pick matches need and value. Jimmy Rolder brings Michigan production despite a short starting run. Efficient and smart. A clean GPS to the football. That helps special teams and depth right away, with room to grow on defense. Kendrick Law offers a defined path. Many of his catches came behind the line. He is a YAC threat. He did not always maximize his gifts, but the special teams prowess can track a roster spot while the route tree expands. Inside, Tyree West arrives from Tennessee at defensive tackle. The room adds a penetrator type in Skylar Gil Howard out of Texas Tech. That pairing gives the front more get off and disruption angles in sub packages. This Detroit Lions draft matched the board to the blueprint. Tackle security with Miller. Rush traits with Moore. Nickel utility with Abney. Role clarity for Law, West, and Skylar Gil Howard. A respectable class that fits how the Lions want to play. #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #2026nfldraft #blakemiller #ericedholm #lionsdefense #ennisrakestraw #benjohnson #nfcnorth #nflpowerrankings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many neurodivergent people move through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum feeling misunderstood and unsupported in healthcare settings that were not designed with their minds in mind. In this episode, doula and founder of Neurodivergent Birth Victoria White shares how her own later-in-life autism and ADHD diagnoses reshaped her understanding of her postpartum experiences and why many neurodivergent parents struggle in systems that often assume everyone processes in the same way. Learn about how sensory processing, communication, and executive functioning challenges can shape the perinatal experience for neurodivergent families and the small changes that can help neurodivergent people feel safer, more supported, and empowered. (04:30) The four support pillars of neurodivergent birth (10:11) How sleep deprivation impacts neurodivergent parents (12:02) Hormones, estrogen, ADHD, and postpartum changes (19:05) Barriers to adult diagnosis and self-identifying as neurodivergent (22:14) Strategies for sensory support, communication, and birth planning (25:50) Supporting executive functioning during pregnancy and postpartum (28:27) "Think neurodivergence first": what healthcare workers need to understand (30:33) Supporting neurodivergent partners during birth (31:31) Neurodivergence and cesarean birth experiences (36:53) Victoria's book Why Neurodivergent Birth Matters (38:27) Research groups, mental health resources, and the Neurodivergent Birth Podcast (39:22) Reasonable accommodations and disability protections in maternity care Resources Learn more about Neurodivergent Birth: ndbirth.com/ Get free, downloadable fact sheets and planning resources: ndbirth.com/downloads Listen to the Neurodivergent Birth podcast: ndbirth.com/podcast Maternity Autism Research Group: maternityautismresearchgroup.co.uk/ PANDAS Foundation: pandasfoundation.org.uk/ For more information about Evidence Based Birth® and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.
The SC Supreme Court gave Alex Murdaugh's defense team something rare in criminal law — a ruling that identifies exactly where the prosecution crossed the line and signals to the next judge how to prevent it from happening again. Harpootlian and Griffin don't walk into Trial 2 hoping for a different outcome. They walk in with a specific plan built on advantages the court created for them.This Murdaugh channel episode traces each advantage. The financial evidence firewall lets the defense challenge every piece of financial testimony using the court's own published skepticism. The corruption narrative — a convicted clerk who tampered with the first jury — gives them a framing device for the entire trial. And three years with the full transcript means they've had time to identify every weakness in their first performance and build a retrial strategy designed to correct it.The testimony question is the wild card. A phone recording placed Murdaugh at the scene minutes before the alleged killings, contradicting his alibi. That recording forced him onto the stand the first time. It'll almost certainly force him again. The difference that matters is context — in Trial 1, he testified after the jury spent weeks hearing about his financial crimes. In Trial 2, with that evidence limited, he explains the lie to jurors who know far less about his history of deception. Whether that credibility shift changes the outcome is one of the defining questions of the retrial.The physical case for the defense hasn't changed but its prominence has. No DNA, no blood, missing weapons, no eyewitnesses, contaminated crime scene. In Trial 1, the financial narrative overshadowed these gaps. In Trial 2, they're front and center. Reasonable doubt requires uncertainty, not proof of innocence. The court's ruling gave the defense every tool it needs to create that uncertainty.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.HASHTAGS#AlexMurdaugh #DickHarpootlian #MurdaughDefense #MurdaughRetrial #SCSupremeCourt #TrueCrime #ReasonableDoubt #MurderTrial #SouthCarolina #HiddenKillers
On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we go through another Ryan Research Episode covering MSCI Inc. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(03:15) The Importance of Indexes and Benchmarking(06:12) Challenges in Building and Maintaining Indexes(09:25) Revenue Generation and Business Model of MSCI(12:19) The Role of AI in Index Management(15:22) Future Growth and Market Trends for MSCI(31:33) The Role of MSCI in the ETF Market(33:43) Growth Potential and Market Trends(35:01) Competitive Advantages of MSCI(40:44) Comparing Moats: Stock Exchanges vs. Index Providers(45:50) Valuation Insights and Future Projections(51:52) Investment Decisions and Market Considerations*****************************************************Subscribe to our newsletter, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.
Lopez-Campos, et al. v. Raycraft, et al., No. 25-1965 (6th Cir. May 11, 2026)no mandatory detention of EWIs; Hurtado; seeking admission; INA § 235(a)(2)(B); Laken Riley Act; applicant for admission entry; canon of constitutional avoidance; plain text; statutory interpretation; longstanding agency interpretation; legislative history; use of the word “otherwise”; cannot against surplusage; due process rights of noncitizens B. Singh v. Blanche, No. 24-815 (9th Cir. May 15, 2026)past persecution; beatings; threats; reasonable relocation in India; Law Library of Congress report; Mann Party; Sikh; Urias Orellana; substantial evidenceKurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A.Immigration, serious injury, and business lawyers serving clients in Florida, California, and all over the world for over 40 years.eimmigration"Immigration law software you'll love to use."get.eimmigration.com/IRP Gonzales & Gonzales Immigration BondsP: (833) 409-9200immigrationbond.com Stafi"Remote staffing solutions for businesses of all sizes"Click me!Want to become a patron?Click here to check out our Patreon Page!CONTACT INFORMATION:Email: kgregg@kktplaw.comFacebook: @immigrationreviewInstagram: @immigrationreviewTwitter: @immreviewAbout your hostCase notesRecent criminal-immigration article (p.18)Featured in San Diego VoyagerSupport the show
"What's the biggest thing you two actually disagree on?" One listener has clocked the I agree, I agree tic and wants a proper scrap, so Dylan and Hayden dig into the teaching vs non-teaching divide and find it's spikier than either expected.Then a brave question lands. Should politics be explicitly taught in KS2? The boys weigh up whether ten year olds can handle it, who gets to decide what counts as balanced, and what happens when a kid asks the question you really didn't want them to ask.Next, draconian behaviour policies. Listeners have sent in the ones that humiliated children or just made no sense, and some of these are hard to hear without wincing.A one form entry teacher wants to know how on earth setting could work in her school, and the lads have a proper crack at it rather than dodging.Plus the SATs week ask that will make every Year 6 teacher's eye twitch. Revising all afternoon for the next day's test, every day. Reasonable prep or completely ridiculous?And to finish, the question with teeth. What's your real, unpopular education opinion. The one that might genuinely cost you a listener.Honest, funny, and not in the mood to play nice today.
Happy BPD month ya'll! Each week I'm reviewing a DBT skill as a bonus episode and this week it's DBT Wise Mind. In Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), “wise mind” is the state where your emotional understanding and logical thinking work together.DBT describes three “states of mind”:Emotion mind: driven mainly by feelings, urges, or moodsExample: “I'm furious, so I'm quitting immediately.”Reasonable mind: driven mainly by logic, facts, and analysisExample: “Statistically, staying is safer financially.”Wise mind: the balanced middle ground that includes both emotion and reasonExample: “I'm genuinely unhappy here, but I don't need to make a decision tonight. I can plan a thoughtful next step.”Let's get into it! Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the showYou can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast on IG @boldbeautifulborderlineCorey Evans is the artist for the music featured. He can be found HERE Talon Abbott created the cover art. He. can be found HERE Leave us a voicemail about your thoughts or questions on the show at boldbeautifulborderline.comIf you like the show we would love if you could rate, subscribe and support us on Patreon. Patreon info here: https://www.patreon.com/boldbeautifulborderline?fan_landing=true Purchase Sara's Exploring Your Borderline Strengths Journal at https://www.amazon.com/Exploring-Your-Borderline-Strengths-Amundson/dp/B0C522Y7QT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=IGQBWJRE3CFX&keywords=exploring+your+borderline+strengths&qid=1685383771&sprefix=exploring+your+bor%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-1 For mental health supports:National Suicide Preve...
Ohtani lowered his ERA to 0.82 after dominant 7 inning performance against the Giants last night. Should the Dodgers keep Mookie in the leadoff spot? What would be considered a reasonable contract offer from the Lakers to Lebron? Do they need to show him how they plan to improve the roster before he agrees to a major paycut?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brock and Salk highlights Julio's hot first month and a half at the plate and the importance of it. They also highlight how weak the rest of the AL currently is and what course of action could be reasonable for the Mariners at this point. In Blue 88, Brock dives in on why word of mouth continues to be an effective tool for the Seahawks, the idea of a new Seahawks stadium and the idea of Beau Stephens making an impact as a rookie.
In our latest episode, Steve Palmer and the team break down a headline-grabbing legal situation involving Nick Fuentes and the boundaries of self-defense at home.Key Topics CoveredDoxing & the Law: What is doxing, and is it a crime? We touch on the consequences and legal gray areas that follow sharing someone's private information online.Reasonable vs. Unreasonable Force: Steve Palmer discusses what the law actually permits when someone shows up at your door, and where Fuentes may have crossed the line (04:00).Deferred Prosecution & Diversion Explained: Confused about the difference between these alternatives to prosecution? Steve Palmer clearly outlines how these programs work, using Ohio law as an example (09:08 and 11:16).Civil Lawsuits After Criminal Cases: Even after criminal charges are resolved, civil cases can follow. We discuss damages, nuisance value, and when it makes sense to settle (19:20).Creative Lawyering: Sometimes, standard legal options aren't available, and good lawyers get creative to resolve cases favorably for their clients (29:40).What You'll LearnWhat is doxing (or doxxing)? - It is the act of publicly revealing private, personally identifiable information about someone online without their consent, often with malicious intent. Derived from "dropping docs (documents)," it aims to harass, intimidate, shame, or threaten victims by exposing details like home addresses, phone numbers, or private emails.The tricky thresholds for self-defense (and why simply being annoyed isn't enough).Why an apology or anger management class isn't always as straightforward as it sounds.The meaning of “nuisance value” and why some lawsuits settle regardless of their merits.Did You Know?Fuentes' case led to a deferred prosecution agreement that included restitution for the alleged victim's phone, an apology, anger management, and 75 hours of community service (13:28). Yet, the aftermath shows that legal issues often spill into civil court—where money, not just justice, takes the spotlight.Key Moments03:38 Dealing with public scrutiny09:08 Understanding diversion programs10:30 Understanding Ohio's diversion programs14:53 Using private counseling options18:50 Explaining assault and battery20:58 Discussing emotional distress in lawsuits24:25 Questioning injury severity27:27 Intervention in lieu of conviction29:40 Creative case resolution strategiesSubmit your questions to www.lawyertalkpodcast.com.Recorded at Channel 511.Stephen E. Palmer, Esq. has been practicing criminal defense almost exclusively since 1995. He has represented people in federal, state, and local courts in Ohio and elsewhere.Though he focuses on all areas of criminal defense, he particularly enjoys complex cases in state and federal courts.He has unique experience handling and assembling top defense teams of attorneys and experts in cases involving allegations of child abuse (false sexual allegations, false physical abuse allegations), complex scientific cases involving allegations of DUI and vehicular homicide cases with blood alcohol tests, and any other criminal cases that demand jury trial experience.Steve has unique experience handling numerous high publicity cases that have garnered national attention.For more information about Steve and his law firm, visit Palmer Legal Defense. Copyright 2026 Stephen E. Palmer - Attorney At LawMentioned in this episode:Circle 270 Media Podcast ConsultantsCircle 270 Media® is a podcast consulting firm based in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in helping businesses develop, launch, and optimize podcasts as part of their marketing strategy. The firm emphasizes the importance of storytelling through podcasting to differentiate businesses and engage with their audiences effectively. www.circle270media.com
God has gifted moms with the unique ability to be the voice of reason in the household. In today's special Mother's Day message, Pastor Jeff Ables defines 7 characteristics of the voice of reason. Prayed to accept Jesus? Congratulations! Text SAVED to 337-222-3210 or click here https://bit.ly/CC_saved New to Crossroads Church? Learn all about us at https://mycrossroads.org
In this episode of Killer Cross Examination, legendary trial lawyer Neil Rockind takes a deep dive into the high-stakes civil rights case of Peralta v. City of Los Angeles.#neilrockind #killercrossexamination #peralta #losangeles When an LAPD officer-involved shooting leads to a federal trial, the outcome often hinges on a single factor: the credibility of the officers on the stand. Neil breaks down the intense courtroom drama, analyzing the specific cross-examination techniques used to challenge the "split-second decision" defense and the "reasonableness" of lethal force.In this episode, you'll learn:The Peralta Facts: The background of the tragic encounter and the legal theories behind the lawsuit.Deconstructing the Narrative: How to use a witness's own statements to expose inconsistencies in their version of events.The Art of the Controlled Cross: Neil explains how to pin down government witnesses and prevent them from retreating into "policy and training" jargon.Reasonable vs. Real: A look at how the Fourth Amendment standard was tested in the Peralta trial and what it means for future police misconduct cases.Whether you are a law student, a trial junkie, or a practicing attorney looking to sharpen your skills, this breakdown offers a masterclass in how to handle one of the most difficult types of witnesses: the armed professional.About Neil Rockind - Neil Rockind is a trial lawyer. Neil Rockind is often considered a bet the farm/company type of lawyer, taking on cases where the stakes are “all in.” Neil Rockind appears regularly on television and in the news, defends people in serious court cases, is a regular guest on the Law and Crime Network and also discusses popular trials and cases and current events with other top lawyers around the country. Neil Rockind has won just about every award imaginable, has represented athletes, celebrities, musicians, public figures and has obtained acquittals in all varieties of cases. His nickname is "The Rockweiler" and he's known for his cross examination style.Neil Rockind:Https://www.X.com/neilrockindlawHttps://www.instagram.com/rockindlaw https://www.rockindlaw.com/http://www.killercrossexamination.com/*************************************Subscribe to Killer Cross Examination® PodcastAPPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/424RIys...GOOGLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...AUDIBLE:https://www.audible.com/pd/Podcast/B0...******************************************Fair Use DoctrineThe contents are under fair use. It may contain copyrighted materials whose use has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. This, in our view, is fair use pursuant to section 107 of the US Copyright Law. Fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders, such as for commentary, criticism, news reporting, research, teaching or scholarship. We retain no rights to that material. To the extent the videos capture images or likenesses, we do not own the rights to those images, likenesses, etc and only use them pursuant to the fair use doctrine.All other rights are reserved.
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In this episode, Barbara discusses: How the podcast grew from frustration and concern about confusion, mistrust, and misinformation in healthcare Why does authenticity, clear language, and hearing a doctor's tone and compassion help rebuild trust How patient education lowers fear and helps people ask better questions and participate in their care How podcasting lets doctors reconnect with their purpose beyond rushed, transactional visits How to approach conflicting health advice online without panic or blind trust A success story where awareness from a podcast led to timely, life-saving heart disease treatment A cautionary story showing how stopping medication based on online voices can cause serious harm Why medical podcasts should promote critical thinking, not fear, and support partnership with doctors Key Takeaways: “Responsible medical podcasts don't ask for blind belief; they give people the clarity and context to think critically and make wiser health decisions.” Connect with Barbara Hales: Twitter: @DrBarbaraHales Facebook: facebook.com/theMedicalStrategist Business Website: TheMedicalStrategist.com Email: info@TheMedicalStrategist.com YouTube:@barbarahales LinkedIn: https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/barbarahales Books: Content Copy Made Easy 14 Tactics to Triple Sales Power to the Patient: The Medical Strategist TRANSCRIPTION (239) Introduction & Why This Podcast Exists [0:00:02] Dr. Barbara Hales Welcome to another episode of marketing tips for doctors. I’m your host, Dr. Barbara Hales. We are going to discuss why medical podcasts matter more than ever. You know, one of the questions I get asked a lot is, ” Why did you even start a podcast? And honestly, the answer has very little to do with marketing. This podcast was born out of frustration, concern, and ultimately hope, because over the years, I noticed something happening in healthcare that became impossible to ignore. Patients had more access to information than ever before, but somehow, they were becoming more confused. Doctors were exhausted. Patients felt rushed. Trust was slipping, and meaningful communication in medicine was quietly disappearing. People were turning to the internet for answers about their health, and instead of clarity, they found fear, misinformation, extreme opinions, miracle cures, and influencers posing as medical experts. At the same time, many physicians had tremendous knowledge and experience, but no real platform to explain things calmly, clearly, and humanely, and I realized something very important: education has become part of healthcare itself. That’s where this podcast came from, not from ego, not from wanting attention, but from wanting to help people think more clearly about their health, because here’s the truth: most healthcare decisions are no longer made only in the exam room. They’re being influenced on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook groups, Google searches, and yes, podcasts, which means the quality of medical communication matters enormously now, and that’s why these conversations are important. Authenticity, Trust & How Podcasts Connect [0:03:00] Dr. Barbara Hales People often ask why podcasts connect so deeply with audiences. And I think the answer is simple. People are starving for authenticity. They don’t want to be talked down to. They don’t want complicated medical jargon designed to impress other doctors, and they don’t want constant fear-based headlines screaming everything you’re doing is killing you. People want honesty. They want clarity. They want someone who can explain complicated things in a calm, intelligent, understandable way. And podcasts do something unique. They allow people to hear your tone, your compassion, your thoughtful process, and your humanity, which builds trust. Sometimes, patients feel like they already know a doctor after listening to several episodes; that connection matters because medicine works best when trust exists. How do podcasts help both doctors and patients? For patients, education reduces fear when they understand their conditions, medications, risk factors, options, and the reasoning behind medical decisions; they feel empowered instead of helpless. Educated patients ask better questions. They participate more actively in their care, and in many cases, outcomes improve. But podcasts also help doctors. And I think this is something people don’t talk about enough. Many physicians went into medicine because they genuinely wanted to help people. But modern medicine can become incredibly transactional, with 15-minute appointments, endless documentation, insurance battles, burnout, and teaching. Reconnects doctors to purpose. It reminds physicians that communication itself can be healing, and honestly, sometimes one thoughtful conversation can help more people than an entire week of rushed office visits when podcasts disagree, then what? When Podcasts Disagree & How Patients Should Respond [0:07:00] Dr. Barbara Hales Well, here’s where things get interesting. Patients will often hear two podcasts with opposite opinions. One says, Never eat carbohydrates. Another says plant-based nutrition is the answer. One says, Take this supplement. Another says that the supplement is useless. So how is the average person supposed to know who’s right first? Don’t panic. Different opinions in medicine do not automatically mean someone is evil or incompetent. Medicine is not mathematics. It involves science, clinical judgment, individual differences, risk-versus-benefit decisions, and evolving research. Reasonable experts can disagree, but patients need a framework for evaluating what they hear. So what should patients do? First? Never make major health decisions based on one podcast episode. A podcast should educate you. It should not replace personalized medical care. Second, be cautious of people who sound certain about everything. Real medicine usually contains nuance. If someone says this works for everyone, doctors are hiding the truth, or this cures everything, that should raise concern. Good Medicine acknowledges limitations, exceptions, uncertainty, and individuality. The third look at motivation is the person educating you or selling fear, because fear has become a business model online, and frightened people click very quickly. Now, let me tell you a story that beautifully shows how Podcasts can actually help patients when handled thoughtfully. Success Story: Awareness, Not Self‑Diagnosis [0:11:00] Dr. Barbara Hales A woman in her late 50s had been listening to several health podcasts to improve her overall wellness. One episode discussed early warning signs of heart disease in women, not dramatic movie style, symptoms, subtle ones, fatigue, shortness of breath, jaw discomfort, exercise intolerance, and she realized she had quietly been experiencing several of those symptoms for months now. Here’s the important part: she didn’t panic. She didn’t diagnose herself online. She didn’t start taking random supplements. Instead, she used the information intelligently. She scheduled an appointment with her physician and said I heard a discussion that made me wonder if I should get evaluated. Her doctor took it seriously. Testing eventually revealed significant coronary artery disease. She needed intervention, and afterward, she said something incredibly powerful. The podcast didn’t save my life because it gave me treatment. It saved my life because it gave me awareness. That’s exactly what responsible medical education should do, not replace doctors, not create fear, but encourage thoughtful action. Cautionary Tale, Confidence vs. Credibility & The True Purpose [0:15:00] Dr. Barbara Hales But now let me tell you the other side: a younger woman became convinced by several online personalities that all prescription medications were toxic. One podcast after another reinforced the same message: natural healing, only doctors overprescribe. You don’t need medication. So, without consulting her physician, she abruptly stopped her blood pressure medication. She felt proud, at first, empowered, like she had taken control, but several weeks later, her blood pressure skyrocketed, she developed severe headaches, dizziness, and eventually ended up in the emergency room with dangerously elevated blood pressure. Thankfully, she recovered. Others who do that wind up stroking out. But afterward, she admitted. Something important, I confused confidence with credibility, and that sentence stuck with me because sounding confident online does not automatically mean someone is correct. What is the real purpose of medical podcasts? The best medical podcasts do not demand blind trust. They encourage critical thinking. A good podcast should help patients ask better questions, recognize misinformation, feel calmer, and become partners in their health care. The goal should never be, believe me, blindly. The goal should be to become informed enough to make wiser decisions. That’s a very different mission. So, if today’s conversation helped you see healthcare a little more clearly, share this episode with someone who may need it too, because informed patients and connected doctors create better medicine for everyone, and honestly, that’s exactly why this podcast exists. I’ll see you next time. This has been another episode of marketing tips for doctors with your host, Dr Barbara Hales. Till next time. The post Restoring Trust in Medicine first appeared on The Medical Strategist.
Rob Sand (Democratic Nominee for The Governor of Iowa) talks with Brooks about growing in Iowa at the same time only about 30 miles apart. Rob talks about catching chickens when he was 14, working at the McDonalds in Decorah, IA, and becoming an overseas male model almost on accident. It's a great conversation. Rob rocks. You can look more into Rob and donate to his campaign here: https://robsand.com/ You can get Rob's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Ticket-Uncovering-Americas-Biggest/dp/1640123717 You can catch Brooks on tour here: brookswheelan.com/dates
In the second hour, ESPN NFL Nations Titans reporter Turron Davenport joined DVD to discuss all things Titans, how optimistic can we be about the coaching staff, Cam Ward, and more. They also go into how much optimism about the Titans' new coaching staff is reasonable.
ESPN NFL Nations Titans reporter Turron Davenport joined DVD to discuss all things Titans, how optimistic can we be about the coaching staff, Cam Ward, and more.
With the financial investment into head coaches with professional experience in both football and basketball, Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the evolving expectations for North Carolina's athletic programs in the new era of college athletics. Barnes notes that while eight wins were once a reasonable expectation for football, those significant financial investments, including the hiring of Bill Belichick, now necessitate higher standards. Similarly, Barnes believes that with Michael Malone's high salary, Carolina Basketball's level should include top ten expectations every year with legitimate chances to win national championships regularly. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The latest episode from the JBP kicks off with a quick recap of Parks wife's birthday over the weekend (19:25) before turning to the news of Meg Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson's relationship coming to an end (45:17). A shooting takes place at the White House Correspondents' Dinner (1:40:33), Aries Spears asks DJ Vlad for more money (1:59:16), and the Hulk Hogan documentary hits Netflix (2:06:39). Also, the cops get called on Jim Jones at Lowe's (2:15:33), the NY Times releases their list of the 30 greatest songwriters (2:24:48), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden
Philippians 4:4-7 (ESV)Isack and Edwin discuss Paul's continuing instruction to Euodia and Syntyche as he urges them and all the Christians to let their reasonableness be known to all.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org. Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here. Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=25338The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/
This podcast is about testing the limits of fairness. It's about taking to heart the meaning behind "Beyond the Pale" — a phrase referring to ideas that are so outrageous it's impossible to deal with them in reasonable terms. Follow IDEAS producer Tom Howell as he covers uncomfortable terrain. When the time for ‘open-mindedness' stops and prejudices become — possibly — a good thing. *This is the final episode in a series tackling the implications of bias. It originally aired on on June 8, 2022.Guests in this episode:Eduardo Mendieta is a philosophy professor at Pennsylvania State University. He edited the final book by Richard Rorty, Pragmatism as Anti-Authoritarianism.Barbara Kay is a columnist at The National Post and The Epoch Times.Misha Glouberman is co-author (with Sheila Heti) of The Chairs Are Where the People Go. He runs a negotiation course called How to Talk to People About Things.Rahim Mohamed is a freelance writer and college instructor at Centre College in Danville, Kentucky. His opinion columns are published in the online newsletter, The Line.Anne-Marie Pham is an executive director of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.Michael Bacon is a political theorist at Royal Holloway, University of London. His books include Pragmatism: An Introduction.Martin Zibauer is from the Cosburn Park Lawn Bowling Club in Toronto, Ontario.
We've seen optical illusions… mirages… people thinking they look good in skinny jeans. But nothing compares to the mental gymnastics of a committed Leftist. These folks could look at a burning building and say, “Well, historically, fire has been the victim of massive discrimination and marginalized…”Which brings me to today's case study… my muse, if you will… George Conway.Now here's a man who has turned anti-Trump obsession into a full-time personality. Not a hobby. Not a phase. A personality. Some people collect stamps. This guy collects grievances.I saw him in an interview… visibly emotional… in tears… not because he was so moved by Joe Biden. [SEGMENT 1-2] Distorted Democrats 2Before we get to Conway, know that a sitting Senator, Chris Murphy OPENLY rooted for Iran.An X post reported that 26 Iranian shadow fleet vessels slipped past the blockade and Murphy responded with AWESOME.I will show you how this is directly related to George Conway in just a bit…[X] SB – George ConwayBiden Victory Fund. Driving to my friend's house.I'm the headline spokesperson…Reasonable amount of money.And then he tells this story about being asked to donate to Biden. Says he struggled with how much to give… really agonized over it… pacing the floor, staring at the ceiling, probably lighting candles like he's summoning a financial spirit guide.How much should I give. Headline spokesperson. A lot. A reasonable amount.Legal max?And then… he gives the max. Nearly a million dollars.A million. Dollars.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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