Podcasts about Refining

Michael Bernstam explains how Ukrainian drone strikes have destroyed 30% of Russia's refining capacity, causing the "crack spread"—the profit margin for refining oil—to triple worldwide. While Russia exports crude, it now suffers from severe domestic shortages of gasoline and jet fuel. Consequently, Russia is forced to buy back its own refined oil from India at premium prices. Putin has been "hoist on his own petard," creating a global energy weapon that has ultimately turned against the Russian economy. (9)1860 INDIA

Helen Lo is the founder of Lo & Sons, the cult-favorite travel bag brand that basically invented the stylish carry-on for working women.Helen started the company at 65 years old, after she had already retired. She was born into a privileged family in China that lost it all when her father died. She grew up in poverty, went to boarding school at seven, and promised herself she would never be poor again. She earned a PhD while raising babies, spent decades moving city to city for her husband's career, reinventing herself every single time. And when she finally said "I'm done," she couldn't find a travel bag that actually worked for women. So she recruited her two sons and flew to a factory in China with zero fashion or manufacturing experience. Nine prototypes later, she had the bag that built the business. Today, Lo & Sons is in its sixteenth year, still family run, built without a dollar of outside funding.In this episode, Helen breaks down exactly how she went from idea to real business, how she validated the concept before spending a dime, how one phone call to a friend of a friend unlocked their first factory, and how they caught the early Facebook wave and one blog feature that changed the trajectory of the brand. She also gets really honest about what it costs to build a business with your own children, why she stepped down as CEO of her own company, the trade show flop that taught them everything, and the mistakes that slowed them down, like hiring too fast and pivoting too slow. Helen is proof that you don't need investors, industry experience, or perfect timing, just a real problem, the willingness to learn, and the courage to start. If you've been telling yourself it's too late or that this chapter of your life is already written, this is the conversation you need to hear.In this episode, we'll talk to Helen about:* Why getting out of your comfort zone starts with an inner calling. [02:37]* Growing up in poverty after losing everything and developing determination. [04:56]* Generosity as her guiding principles in life and business. [05:55]* Why an abundance mindset creates unexpected opportunities. [07:59]* Putting her career on hold while supporting her husband's path and raising a family. [09:21]* The biggest career lesson she learned from earning a PhD. [10:41]* How a frustrating travel problem inspired the idea for a better bag. [12:41]* How a lifelong curiosity fueled her entrepreneurial mindset. [17:48]* Validating the business idea by talking to the right target customer. [20:01]* Building the company alongside her sons and defining their roles. [21:00]* Finding the first factory and learning product development from scratch. [24:48]* The design feedback that transformed the original bag into the OG. [26:37]* Refining every detail through customer feedback and multiple prototypes. [30:37]* Why trade shows failed and social media became the brand's breakthrough. [33:04]* How partnering with the right influencer became a major turning point for the brand. [34:45]* Navigating today's changing marketing landscape. [37:06]* The challenges of building a business alongside family. [39:27]* Why stepping down as CEO was the right decision. [41:30]* Why pivoting quickly and hiring intentionally are essential for long-term growth. [44:37]* Why she wanted to be a mom again instead of her sons' boss. [46:15]* Why persistence matters, but knowing when to pivot matters more. [48:43]This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10Follow Yasmin:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/Follow Helen:* Website: https://www.loandsons.com/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loandsons/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saharalotti/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/NUP865. CME/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/IPCE credit will be available until July 12, 2027.All-in for Transthyretin Amyloidosis: Refining Team-Based Approaches to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Lifesaving Patient-Centered Care In support of improving patient care, PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an educational grant from Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/NUP865. CME/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/IPCE credit will be available until July 12, 2027.All-in for Transthyretin Amyloidosis: Refining Team-Based Approaches to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Lifesaving Patient-Centered Care In support of improving patient care, PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an educational grant from Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

Michael Bernstam explores Houthi threats to the Bab-el-Mandeb strait, which could drive oil prices over $100 per barrel by choking global shipping. Simultaneously, Ukrainian drone strikes have crippled Russian refining capacity and shipping in the Black Sea, leading to energy rationing, electricity shortages, and potential food crises in Crimea. (2)

During this podcast, you will hear the ins and outs of God's design in Creation and how it speaks to those who listen closely and observe carefully. Many of the parables from the Gospels reference common themes in nature or tools in a land manager's toolbox, such as fire, sowing seeds, pruning, etc.. We hope this podcast illuminates the deeper connection between the natural world and your spiritual connection with God, the Creator. Don't just perform the tasks associated with working the land, there is more to grasp and yield from it. Take time to really consider what draws you to the natural world, the lessons it holds, and God himself. If you have questions please reach out, we'd be happy to pray for you! Enjoy.Learn.Share!

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Crude oil sourcing for the three refining regions in Louisiana couldn't be more different from each other. In today's RBN blog, we examine crude oil flows into and out of the Bayou State, assess supply/demand balances, and explore why is could be increasingly important to understand those balances.

American Resources Corp CFO Kirk Taylor joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company's $25 million investment from the U.S. Department of War's Economic Defense Unit, in partnership with the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment, to expand domestic critical mineral refining at ReElement Technologies' Marion, Indiana campus. Taylor said the funding will support the installation of additional refining equipment, new production lines, and working capital to accelerate commercial production of high-purity rare earth elements and defense-critical minerals. The expanded facility will process both primary and recycled feedstocks, including end-of-life permanent magnets, to produce high-purity rare earth oxides and specialty materials such as yttrium, gadolinium, germanium, and gallium for applications in defense, aerospace, semiconductors, advanced communications, and other strategic industries. “This investment reflects the growing importance of secure, domestic refining capacity to America's national security and industrial resilience,” Taylor said. Unlike traditional refining operations that rely on a single mine or feedstock source, ReElement has developed a refining-first platform capable of processing a wide range of primary and recycled materials. Its modular design allows production capacity to expand alongside customer demand while reducing reliance on any single upstream resource or geographic region. The company's proprietary chromatographic separation technology is designed to economically separate and refine multiple critical minerals to purities ranging from approximately 99.5% to 99.999%, supporting diverse supply chains through a common refining infrastructure. Management believes the government investment significantly strengthens ReElement's role in building a secure domestic supply chain for critical minerals while supporting U.S. industrial resilience and national security. #proactiveinvestors #americanresourcescorporation #nasdaq #arec #SustainableMining, #MineralRefining, #RecyclingInnovation, #CriticalMinerals, #RareEarthRecycling #CriticalMinerals #NationalSecurity #Defense #SupplyChain #AdvancedManufacturing #RareEarthRefining #MiningNews #departmentofwar

Everyone kept telling me, "I just want your brain in my business." So... I figured out a way.This week, I'm pulling back the curtain on my newest offer, The Refinery which is the closest thing you'll get to having my brain inside your business. If you've ever thought, "I don't need another template. I just need someone to help me figure out what to say," this episode is for you.We're talking about what happens when your brand voice starts drifting, why your brand messaging is the foundation of every sale you make, and how refining your messaging every quarter helps you create copy that converts, attract the right people, and increase sales without sounding like everyone else online.I also share the origin story behind The Refinery, plus real client examples that show exactly what happens when messaging gets the attention it deserves.In This Episode, We Cover:Why your messaging (not your offer) is often the real bottleneck in your business.The story behind how The Refinery was born.What happens inside a quarterly messaging intensive.How to keep your brand voice consistent while your business evolves.Creating content angles that actually get people talking.Refining your brand messaging so every offer, funnel, and campaign feels connected.Why foundational messaging creates better AI outputs (yes, even if you love Claude or ChatGPT).How stronger positioning leads to copy that converts and helps increase sales.Two behind-the-scenes client case studies showing messaging in action.My Client's Featured in This Episode✨ Julianna – Check her out HERE✨ Kimmy –  Check her out HERE Every quarter, we'll:Refine your positioning.Strengthen your brand messaging.Create content angles and hooks.Build messaging assets your entire team can execute.Write foundational copy that converts.Keep your business aligned so you can continue to increase sales without losing your unique voice.Because great messaging isn't something you create once.It's something you refine.Ready to Work Together?If you've been listening to the podcast thinking,"I don't need another course... I just want Lucy's brain in my business,"...The Refinery was literally built for you.✨ The Refinery$350/month (quarterly messaging intensives)OR $4,000 paid in full + an async Telegram consulting day✨ VIP Option$3,500/monthIncludes Telegram messaging support Tuesday–Thursday for real-time messaging feedback, content reviews, and copy refinement.This was produced by Your Girl Media Follow us @yourgirlmedia Feeling the pull to have more of me in your world? DM me on Instagram: @mywritehandwomanWork on Your Messaging or Copy with Me: The WebsiteFind Your Brand Messaging Superpower: Take the QuizBook a Messaging Intensive: Book with Me Put Yourself in a Category of One. Join My Unicorn Messaging Membership: Join Here

In this episode we Share insights on the current situation of really looking for that entry level position or your first internship.  Here valuable advice about fine tunning your resume.  Learn how to possibly navigate the LACK of having an internship but leveraging your Research experience.Learn the value of NETWORKING but also fostering a valuable relationship with those individuals you meet.#professional #STEM #leadership #empower #persistence #preparation #determination #networking #shpe #shpefamilia

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/NCPD/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/EXH865. CME/NCPD/AAPA credit will be available until June 15, 2027.Mastering the Breakthroughs in HER2-Mutant NSCLC: Decoding Alterations, Refining Treatment, and Empowering Patients In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and LUNGevity Foundation. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an independent medical educational grant from Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

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This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/NCPD/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/EXH865. CME/NCPD/AAPA credit will be available until June 15, 2027.Mastering the Breakthroughs in HER2-Mutant NSCLC: Decoding Alterations, Refining Treatment, and Empowering Patients In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and LUNGevity Foundation. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an independent medical educational grant from Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

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When we fall into sin, God is at work in our lives to remove that from us. Today, as we study Jeremiah 9, we'll learn about God's work in the children of Israel, even as they rebelled against Him. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1.    Have you ever been frustrated or disappointed with God's people? What did you do about it? Did you bring that matter to God and leave it with Him? Why or why not.  2.    It is clear from verse 1, that Jeremiah is not pleased with the people of God. How does he characterize his despair?  3.    There may even be times when we want to leave our problems behind. How does Jeremiah want to leave in verse 2? What reasons does he give at the end of the verse for his desire to leave? 4.    Verses 3 to 6 return to the familiar theme of recounting the sins of the people. What are some of the sins listed in these verses? How do they reflect the kind of society that the people had devolved to? Was this the kind of society that was originally envisioned when God first called Abraham to establish a nation devoted to the Lord?  5.    What is the refining work that God spoke of in verse 7? How will this purify His people?  6.    What additional sins are presented in verse 8? What is the Lord's response to these sins in verse 9? Why is it important for us to know that the Lord will not leave sin unpunished? If we don't see such punishment in this world, why can we trust that all sin will be dealt by God in eternity?  7.    What kind of judgment will befall the land in verses 10 & 11?  8.    In verse 12, why does the Lord look for wise people to recognize what God is doing? If there is no one to recognize the reasons for their turmoil, what might the people think is the cause of their maladies?  9.    What further judgment and punishment will the people receive in verses 13 to 16? Does the degree of judgment startle you? How does Deuteronomy 28-29 help us understand why the people would face this kind of judgment? As New Covenant believers, will we face this kind of judgment for our sin? Why not?  10.    What kind of mourning is spoken of in verses 17 to 19? If the parents had taught their children to obey the Lord, would they have to teach them, in verse 20, to mourn? Why not?  11.    Verses 23 & 24 are well-known verses that summarize the kind of life that God calls His people to pursue. Why don't you write these verses out in your own words.  12.    Why does God call "wise people" to not boast in their own wisdom, in verse 23? Why do people often think that their wisdom is particularly wise? What does it mean to not boast in our own wisdom any longer? Where should our wisdom come from? How might you not look to your own wisdom, but instead look to God's wisdom?  13.    What does it mean to know and understand God, in verse 24? Are you a person who knows God? How is God's refining work in your life helping you to know Him and His wisdom and His ways more in your life?  Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on Amazon just in time for the Genesis relaunch in January! To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: www.keychapters.org. Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OqbnDRrfuyHRmkpUSyoHv Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/366-key-chapters-in-the-bible/id1493571819 YouTube: Key Chapters of the Bible on YouTube. As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from Feedspot.com. Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from PlayerFM. Special thanks to Joseph McDade for providing our theme music.   

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OPEN HEAVENSMATALA LE LAGI MO LE ASO LUA 7 IULAI 2026(tusia e Pastor EA Adeboye) Manatu Autu: O le ala e faaleleia ai (His refining process ) Tauloto Tusi Paia: Salamo 105:18-19 “Ua latou fa‘atigā i ona vae i le noanoaga; ‘ua o‘o lava o ia i le u‘amea; ‘ua o‘o i le tau na taunu‘u ai lana afioga. O le afioga a le ALI‘I na tofotofo ai ‘iā te ia.”Faitauga - Tusi Paia: Esoto 13:17-18 O le Atua i Lona poto, e na te ave lana fanau i le ala e savali ma ui ai, ia ausia tulaga tetele. E na te faaaogaina laasaga uma e faatonu lelei ai a latou amio ma vavaeeseina i latou mai soo se mea e taofia pe faaumatia ai i latou e aunoa ma le ausia o tulaga tetele. Mo se faataitaiga, ae lei ausia e Iosefa lona tulaga maualuga, na ave e le Atua o ia ma ui i le tulaga pito sili ona maualalo, i le fale o Potifara, o le falepuipui e saunia ai lana amio ia lelei ao sauniuni atu e avea ma alii sili i Aikupito. O le tauloto mai le Tusi Paia o le asō o loo fai mai, na oo o ia i uamea seia taunuu le Upu a le Atua. O le Upu a le Atua na tofotofo ia te ia seia faamaonia ua saunia lelei mo tulaga tetele. Na faapena foi Tavita, na ui foi i ala o le Atua e saunia ai i le avea ma tupu. O lona ala i le avea ma tupu na iloa ai le tele o luitau, e aofia ai le nofoesea i le vao. O le ala i tulaga tetele e masani ona tele ai luitau ma faigata. O le ala moni i tulaga tetele e lē faigofie, peitai e iai lona taui lelei. Na faamatala e le Aposetolo o Paulo lea ala o le ‘puapuaga mamasagia' i le 2 Korinito 4:17. Peitai tusa poo le a le faigata o le ala, e lē mafai ona faatusaina i le maualuga ma le matagofie  o le mamalu ua maea saunia e le Atua mo i tatou. O tagata e fia ausia tulaga tetele e aunoa ma le ui i ala ua saunia e le Atua, e lē umi ona iai i ia tulaga tetele pe a oo iai. E pei o le tupu o Saulo, na i'u ina ia lē toe maua ia tulaga ona o amio ma vaivaiga sa tatau ona aotauina mai ai. O i latou e filifili e ui i ala o le Atua e i'u ane lava e tulai mai e famamaina e pei o le auro maoi. E avea ma alii ma tamaitai e faatuatuaina e le Atua ma le tele o punaoa ma le vaaia o tagata. E oo i lo tatou Alii o Iesu Keriso na ui i ala o le Atua , ma ina ua oo mai le taimi moni e faia ma faatinoina ai le galuega a le Atua, na papatisoina o ia ma ua afio mai le Agaga o le Atua ia te ia ( Mataio 3:16-17). E lei amata ona faia vavega ina ua uma ona fanau mai, aua e lē mafai ona faatuina mai e le Atua se tagata e aunoa ma lona tofotofo ma saunia o ia. E pei ona tatou iloa mai le faitauga mai le Tusi Paia o le asō, na taitai e le Atua le fanauga a Isaraelu i le ala ma ua malaga atu i le nuu na folafolaina i le ala umi. E lei finagalo o ia e toe foi i latou i Aikupito i le taimi muamua e fetaui ai ma se taua. Na finagalo e fesoasoani iai latou ina ia avea ma se nuu malosi ma mausalī. Le au pele e, o ave oe e le Atua i se ala e faaleleia atili ai lou tagata ae ua faigata ia te oe? Ou te faamalosi ia te oe ia e filigā ao e ui ai, aua o le vaega lea o fuafuaga a le Alii e saunia ai oe mo tulaga tetele e moni ma mausalī. Tatalo, Le Alii e, faamolemole fesoasoani mai ia te a'u ina ia ou ui i le ala e faaleleia atili ai lo'u tagata ma le manuia, i le suafa o Iesu, Amene. 

Employment Remains on Solid Ground Employment continues to be one of the most important indicators for both the economy and the stock market. A healthy labor market means more people are earning income, saving, investing, and contributing to overall economic growth. Those factors typically create greater demand for investment assets and provide support for stock prices. Conversely, rising unemployment often leads consumers to spend savings rather than invest, placing pressure on financial markets. The Federal Reserve closely monitors employment data when making interest rate decisions, making each monthly jobs report an important release for investors. However, it’s important to understand that the headline jobs report is based largely on surveys, making it what economists refer to as “soft data.” Because it relies on estimates from survey respondents rather than complete reporting, the data is often revised in subsequent months. The latest report was encouraging overall. More jobs were created than lost, the unemployment rate declined, and wage growth remained healthy at 3.5% year over year. While average hours worked declined slightly, rising wages combined with fewer hours worked still represents a positive development for workers. One surprising detail within the report was a decline in leisure and hospitality employment. Given the increased tourism and temporary hiring associated with the World Cup, many economists believe this portion of the report may ultimately be revised higher. To gain a clearer picture of labor market conditions, it helps to compare the survey-based data with “hard data,” such as initial unemployment claims. Unlike survey estimates, unemployment claims are based on actual filings submitted through state unemployment offices and are generally considered more reliable. Initial jobless claims have remained relatively stable throughout the year, while continuing unemployment claims have gradually declined. Together, these indicators reinforce the view that the labor market remains stable, not overheating, but not weakening either. A stable employment environment supports continued wage growth, consumer spending, savings, and investment activity. Those trends create a constructive backdrop for financial markets heading into the second half of the year. Corporate Earnings Will Drive the Next Phase of the Market Strong corporate earnings have been one of the primary drivers behind the stock market’s performance this year, and they are expected to remain a major theme throughout the remainder of the year. Corporate America has consistently exceeded expectations, helping fuel market gains. As a result, analysts have steadily raised earnings forecasts throughout the year. Earnings per share (EPS), a measure of how much profit a company generates for each outstanding share of stock, has seen meaningful upward revisions after remaining relatively flat throughout much of 2025. While this reflects confidence in the strength of American businesses, it also raises the bar. Investors will be watching closely to see whether companies can continue delivering results that justify today’s elevated expectations. Another important metric to monitor is operating margins. Markets are currently pricing in record profit margins over the coming year. If companies continue operating efficiently while maintaining strong profitability, stocks could continue benefiting from solid earnings growth. However, if expectations prove too optimistic, investors should be prepared for periods of increased market volatility. With midterm election uncertainty also entering the picture, earnings season will likely play an even larger role in determining market direction during the second half of the year. Why Gas Prices Haven’t Fallen as Fast as Oil Prices Although oil prices have retreated following the recent conflict in the Middle East, many drivers have noticed that gasoline prices have not fallen nearly as quickly. The explanation lies in how gasoline is produced, distributed, and taxed. The United States consumes more than 130 billion gallons of gasoline each year—more than any other country in the world. While crude oil prices rose sharply during the conflict and have since moved lower, retail gasoline prices typically respond more slowly. Gasoline is a refined petroleum product, meaning the cost of crude oil represents only one portion of the final price consumers pay at the pump. Refining costs, transportation expenses, distribution, and taxes all contribute to the total cost per gallon. As crude oil prices climbed, gasoline prices gradually followed. Now that crude prices have declined to levels closer to where they were earlier this year, gasoline prices are expected to follow, but historically, they tend to lag. Assuming geopolitical tensions do not escalate again, motorists could begin seeing more relief as the summer progresses and into the fall. Regional price differences also illustrate how much additional costs affect gasoline prices. States throughout the South and Midwest generally enjoy some of the nation’s lowest gasoline prices due to their proximity to Gulf Coast refineries. Meanwhile, states such as California, Washington, Hawaii, Nevada, and Oregon typically experience significantly higher prices. While crude oil costs are essentially the same nationwide, higher state taxes, increased transportation expenses, and greater distribution costs contribute to substantially higher prices at the pump. In Hawaii, for example, distribution costs alone exceed the cost of refining the gasoline. Understanding these components helps explain why gasoline prices often remain elevated even after oil prices begin to fall. Greg Powell, CIMA® President and CEO Wealth Consultant Email Greg Powell here Bobby Norman, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA® Managing Director Wealth Consultant Email Bobby Norman here Trey Booth, CFA®, AIF® Chief Investment Officer Wealth Consultant Email Trey Booth here Ty Miller, AIF® Vice President Wealth Consultant Email Ty Miller here Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing. The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. 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In a world filled with suffering, loss, disappointment, and uncertainty, one question inevitably arises: Why does God allow His children to endure trials? In this message from 1 Peter 1:6–9, Pastor Randy explores Peter's powerful answer to that question. Rather than viewing trials as meaningless hardships, Peter reveals that God uses them to refine our faith, deepen our trust in Christ, and prepare us for the glory that awaits every believer. Discover how genuine joy can exist alongside real grief, why our faith is more precious than gold, and how God uses even life's most difficult seasons to accomplish His eternal purposes. If you're walking through a difficult time or simply want a deeper understanding of God's purpose in suffering, this encouraging study will strengthen your faith, renew your hope, and remind you to keep your eyes fixed on Christ and the glorious future He has promised. Presentation Graphics & Study Outline: Presentation Graphics (PDF) Presentation Graphics (PowerPoint) Study Outline (PDF) Study Outline (Word)

Anatol Lieven discusses Vladimir Putin's public admission that Ukrainian drone strikes are causing significant difficulties and a loss of refining capacity. While Putin remains in charge, he faces pressure from hawks and doves regarding escalation. Despite successful drone campaigns, the battlefield in the Donbass remains stagnant. (7)1918 ROSTOV ON DON

This week I talk about almost re-joining a platform I know I'd hate. Then a look at Disney's next-gen audio-animatronic transforming from a pirate to a skeleton, and why it's a reminder that technology can still serve great storytelling. And a recommendation for the LEGO Game Boy set for a low-key long-weekend build.Plus, the Automation of the Week. Links:2026 Summer and Fall Speaking EventsI watched Disney's next-gen audio-animatronic transform from a pirate to a skeleton (TechRadar)LEGO Game BoyIf you enjoyed this, consider joining my newsletter at https://streamlined.fm/wrap. As a thank you, you'll get my Solopreneur Systems Starter Kit, which is the best way for you to create more time and space in your business, without wasting a bunch of time figuring out how to get started.View the episode transcript (00:00) - Introduction to the Friday Wrap (00:30) - On My Mind: Avoiding Distractions and Finding Your Growth Channel (05:15) - Refining the Mission of the Friday Wrap (08:20) - Recommended Reading: Disney's Audio Animatronics and Purposeful Tech (11:28) - Something Fun: Lego Nintendo Game Boy Build (12:45) - Automation of the Week: Using Claude MCP for Kit Subscriber Cleanup ————Streamlined Solopreneur helps  solopreneurs automate their business so they can take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. If you're looking to get started, you can download the Solopreneur Systems Starter Kit. It's 4 systems every solopreneur should have, the simplest way to get started, along with the exact tools, automations, and AI prompts you need. No guessing here. Get it for free at https://streamlined.fm/kitConnect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

You won't want to miss this episode with Jack Prandelli from Switzerland. As an international trader and Substack Author, Jack has been on target with his articles on global oil and Gas Markets. Check out The Merchant News Substack: https://themerchantsnews.substack.com/Follow Jack on X @jackprandelliConnect with Jack on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prandelligiacomo/1. LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) Supply & GeopoliticsThe hosts discuss Shell's report on increasing LNG demand and how the U.S. is positioning itself as the world's most reliable LNG supplier. Key points include:Damage to Qatar's Ras Lafanne facility (70% production loss) has shifted market dynamicsThe U.S. is signing long-term LNG contracts with Asian clients, displacing QatarEurope faces competition with Asia for U.S. LNG supplies due to lost Russian gasThis represents a major geopolitical win for the U.S.2. Critical Minerals & Copper Supply ChainExtensive discussion on copper's critical role in energy transition and manufacturing:Copper is essential for AI, green energy, and electrificationChina controls over 50% of global copper refining capacity, creating strategic dependencyThe U.S. lacks domestic processing infrastructure despite abundant lithium reservesThis supply chain vulnerability gives China significant leverage over Western economies3. Oil Prices & Trump's StrategyAnalysis of Trump's focus on lowering oil prices before midterm elections:Discussion of the "crack spread" (refining margin) and why lower crude prices don't immediately translate to lower gas pricesStrategic use of the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve for exports and refiningComparison with China and India's government pressure on refineries to keep prices lowThe importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz for oil transit4. India's Rising Oil Demand & Russia-India PartnershipIndia emerges as a critical player in global energy markets:India will lead global oil demand growth by 2050India increasingly imports Russian oil despite sanctionsA strategic partnership is forming where Russia exports crude to Indian refineries, which then supply Russia with refined productsThis relationship reduces Russia's dependence on China5. Geopolitical Realignment & Energy DominanceBroader discussion of shifting global power dynamics:The U.S. is reasserting control over South American oil resources (Venezuela, Argentina)China's strategic oil reserves strategy and patient approach to purchasingThe fragmentation of the world into competing trading blocs (U.S., China, Russia, India, Saudi Arabia)Soft power and hard power strategies in energy markets6. California's Energy Crisis & Renewable FailuresA cautionary case study on premature green energy transition:California's net-zero policies have devastated oil production (from 2,000 wells/year to 17 in 2025)Refining costs in California ($15/barrel) are 3x higher than Texas ($5/barrel)California now imports 40-60% of its diesel, jet fuel, and gasoline from AsiaOnly 6-7 refineries remain (down from 38), with more slated to close7. Renewable Energy Reality CheckCritical analysis of the renewable energy transition timeline:$10.2 trillion spent on wind and solar has only yielded 3% energy gainCurrent battery storage technology is insufficient for grid-scale implementationNuclear energy is more reliable but faces uranium supply chain concernsThe hosts advocate for lowest-cost, lowest-environmental-impact energy solutions8. Strategic Energy IndependenceOverarching theme about national security:Energy security must start at home with domestic productionEnergy dominance is demonstrated through exportsOver-reliance on foreign supply chains (especially China) creates vulnerabilitiesThe U.S. should leverage its oil and gas advantages while developing nuclear capacityThe podcast emphasizes that global energy markets are in flux, with the U.S. reasserting dominance, new trading blocs forming, and critical mineral/metal supply chains becoming geopolitical battlegrounds. The hosts argue that premature abandonment of fossil fuels without adequate alternatives is economically and strategically dangerous.Check out the Energy News Beat SubStack https://theenergynewsbeat.substack.com/A shout-out to Steve Reese and the Reese Energy Consulting group for sponsoring the Podcast https://reeseenergyconsulting.com/.Data2 if you have any business systems, can you trust A? Well, they have the patent on validation. . https://data2.zoholandingpage.com/energyAnd we have WellDatabase rolling in as a new sponsor. https://welldatabase.com/

Refining workflows and checklists cannot solve every foundational business hurdle. In this episode, Brian Thompson explores why a focus on optimization often leads to the avoidance of deeper personal and operational challenges, and what actually builds true resilience over the long term. Brian opens up about navigating a profound capacity problem during a period of intense personal transition and business growth. If you have ever felt exhausted despite having a perfectly organized schedule, this episode explains why the solution often requires subtraction.   In this episode you will learn: The distinct difference between productivity and emotional capacity How optimization can become a subconscious shield against discomfort Why relying on new tools and artificial intelligence can create a trap of treating every challenge as a productivity flaw The relationship between constant achievement and survival strategies within the LGBTQ community Why choosing to simplify a business requires more courage than choosing to optimize it A simple three-question exercise to help evaluate where your business needs simplification   True business health centers on alignment, authenticity, and recognizing human limits. Operational clarity comes from the courage to subtract, allowing you to let go of projects that are good but unnecessary. Whether you are facing burnout or looking to streamline your daily obligations, this episode offers a grounded and honest look at the human side of entrepreneurship and the practical steps that help you build a sustainable life.   Resources + Links Newsletter Sign Up Follow Brian Thompson Online: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Forbes Follow & review the podcast: on Spotify and Apple Podcasts   About Brian and the Mission Driven Business Podcast Brian Thompson, JD/CFP®, is a tax attorney and Certified Financial Planner® who specializes in providing comprehensive financial planning to LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs who run mission-driven businesses. The Mission Driven Business podcast was born out of his passion for helping social entrepreneurs create businesses with purpose and profit. On the podcast, Brian talks with diverse entrepreneurs and the people who support them. Listeners hear stories of experiences, strength, and hope and get practical advice to help them build businesses that might just change the world, too.

What makes someone truly believe in your nonprofit's mission enough to give, advocate, and stay connected for the long haul?In this week's episode of Nonprofit Nation, Julia sits down with Loree Lipstein, Founder and CEO of Thread Strategies, to unpack one of the most important — and often overlooked — fundraising tools nonprofits need: a compelling case for support.With more than two decades of experience in nonprofit fundraising and strategy, Loree shares practical insights on how organizations can move beyond generic messaging and clearly communicate their impact in ways that resonate with donors and supporters alike.Together, they discuss: ✨ What a strong case for support actually looks like ✨ Common messaging mistakes nonprofits make ✨ How to communicate transformation instead of just programs ✨ Fundraising trends nonprofit leaders should pay attention to ✨ Why authentic donor relationships still matter more than ever ✨ How smaller nonprofits can stand out in a crowded funding landscapeLoree also shares thoughtful encouragement for nonprofit leaders navigating donor fatigue, increased demand, and the pressure to constantly do more with less. This episode is packed with practical wisdom, reassurance, and actionable ideas for organizations looking to strengthen their fundraising and messaging strategy.

Olaitan Fashanu: When the New PO Stops Refining—and the Team Starts Self-Destructing Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "If we're actually doing the job of refining this ticket properly, then we will not be creating this tension in the team." - Olaitan Fashanu   The team was working well. They had a strong PO who came to refinement with the problem clearly framed: this is what we want to solve, here's the context, here's the user story, here are the acceptance criteria. The team picked it up, refined it, ran with it. Then change came. A new PO joined—and the routine collapsed. The new PO cared about one thing: hitting the delivery date. Tickets dropped into Jira with no context, no problem statement, no acceptance criteria. Just "this needs to ship by end of month." Within weeks, Olaitan saw the symptoms cascade through the team. Developers asked designers what tickets even meant. QA struggled to maintain quality. Tension built. The diagnosis was clear: refinement had broken. His fix? Bring back the Definition of Ready as a non-negotiable shared standard, and introduce a product trio—business viability, technical feasibility, and design usability collaborating on every story before it reaches the rest of the team.   In this segment, we talk about the Definition of Ready and the product trio collaboration model.   Self-reflection Question: What's the symptom you're seeing in your team right now—and could the real source be how stories are getting refined, not how they're getting built? Featured Book of the Week: The Secrets of Facilitation by Michael Wilkinson Olaitan calls out The Secrets of Facilitation by Michael Wilkinson as the book that shaped how he handles difficult moments. The book teaches the power of asking the right question at the right time—clarifying questions, probing questions, the questions that drive a stuck group forward. "You will understand how, when to ask clarifying questions, ask really powerful questions that will help you drive or probably help you reach your goal in any session you find yourself." For Olaitan, the biggest payoff was learning to manage group dynamics in real time—what to do when something said in a meeting lands badly, when a comment threatens to derail the room. As a Scrum Master, you live in those moments. This book hands you a toolkit for them.   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

Here is a pattern I've seen play out hundreds of times with high-achieving women: the more capable you are, the more convincing your avoidance becomes. Not the obvious kind — procrastination, distraction, scrolling. The sophisticated kind. The kind that looks exactly like doing something. Researching instead of starting. Refining the plan instead of executing it. Finding the most articulate explanation for why this particular moment isn't quite the right one. Intelligent avoidance doesn't feel like hiding. It feels productive. It generates a genuine sense of forward motion. And it keeps you exactly where you are. This episode is for the woman who is very smart, deeply self-aware in many ways, and still hasn't done the thing she knows she needs to do. It's not a judgment. It's an invitation to look at the pattern clearly — because the moment you can see it, it loses most of its power. Ready to go deeper? Grab my book, The Consistency Code: A Midlife Woman's Guide to Deep Health and Happiness, at https://theconsistencycode.com #GraceAndGritPodcast #MidlifeWomen #Avoidance #MidlifeHealth #WomenOver40 #HealthMindset #HighAchievers #TheConsistencyCode #MidlifeWellness #WomensHealth #Procrastination #SelfAwareness #SecondAct #WomenOver50 #OverthinkingWomen  

Passive House design and construction is a team sport. It requires effective strategies and cooperation, but also precision in the field and the ability to tweak and recalibrate systems once the building is complete. A robust envelope may be the superpower of Passive House construction, allowing for downsized mechanical systems, electrification, and reduced stress on the energy grid, but these benefits are only achieved if everything works as intended.    In this episode, host Zack Semke shares selected clips of conversations from the Reimagine Collective. Featured speakers include Carmel Pratt of ZAZNRG and Passive House New York on post-occupancy data, Ed May of bldgtyp on modeling literacy, Skyler Swinford of Energy Systems Consulting with Lloyd Alter of Toronto Metropolitan University on refrigerants and water-based distribution, James Peterson of Petersen Engineering on heat pump water heaters, and Nick Nigro of Leggett McCall on what's next at the innovative and enormous Bunker Hill housing redevelopment project.The Reimagine Edit is a special series of the Passive House Podcast that shares curated insights from our Experts-In-Residence at the Reimagine Buildings Collective, our membership community of building professionals stepping up to tackle climate change. Learn more about the Reimagine Buildings Collective at https://www.reimaginebuildings.com.

Calce, of America First Refining, joins to talk about the ups and downs of gas and oil prices- what to expect in the next few weeks and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MSE host Bill Powers interviews gold-stock fund manager Larry Lepard of Equity Management Associates (ema2.com) about the sharp junior-miner selloff, which he attributes to a strong jobs report and renewed rate-hike fears, and why he still expects higher gold and silver prices amid unavoidable monetary debasement. Lepard compares today's environment to 1970s-style inflation waves, argues new Fed chair Kevin Warsh may be more dovish than expected, and says a future monetary reset could drive gold toward $10,000/oz+ and silver far higher, boosting silver equities. He outlines his preferred “sweet spot” of emerging, growing producers, discusses jurisdiction risks, portfolio management and profit-taking, and shares favorite stock picks. 00:00 Intro 00:17 Market Selloff 02:19 Inflation Waves and Fed Outlook 03:22 Monetary Reset and Metal Targets 04:26 Warsh Pivot and Rate Cuts 06:52 Fund Flows and Commodity Shift 09:26 Where Value Hides in Miners 14:18 Favorite Producers and Jurisdictions 17:27 Silver Price Upside and Taking Profits 20:44 Avino Silver 12-Bagger 21:47 Volatility and Taking Profits 23:08 When Mining Bets Fail 24:41 Refining the Investing Process 26:05 Tokenized Equities Debate 27:02 Monetary Debasement Thesis 29:36 Favorite Gold & Silver Stocks 33:27 How to Follow Larry Larry's contact info and Twitter handle: https://twitter.com/LawrenceLepard Larry's Newsletter Sign-up: http://eepurl.com/gOf1dT Larry's Quarterly Fund Letter: https://ema2.com/quarterly-reports/ Sign up for our free newsletter and receive interview transcripts, stock profiles and investment ideas: http://eepurl.com/cHxJ39 Mining Stock Education (MSE) offers informational content based on available data but it does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. It may not be appropriate for all situations or objectives. Readers and listeners should seek professional advice, make independent investigations and assessments before investing. MSE does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. MSE and its owner may hold financial interests in the companies discussed and can trade such securities without notice. MSE is biased towards its advertising sponsors which make this platform possible. MSE is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing MSE content, users agree that MSE and its affiliates bear no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make. Full disclaimer: https://www.miningstockeducation.com/disclaimer/

Send us Fan MailWhy do some salon owners continue growing year after year while others seem to hit a ceiling?It's rarely talent.It's rarely luck.And it's almost never because one owner knows some secret that everyone else doesn't.In this episode, we break down the mindset shifts, habits, leadership decisions, and business fundamentals that separate growing salon owners from those who get stuck.We talk about better questions, long-term thinking, fear-based decision making, apprenticeships, leadership, client retention, culture, systems, and why so many owners spend their time chasing tactics instead of strengthening their foundations.If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step as a salon owner, this episode will help you identify what's really holding your business back and what to focus on instead.Your business should serve you, so that you can serve others.And that starts by focusing on the things that actually create long-term growth.Key TakeawaysGrowing owners focus on fundamentals instead of tactics. Better questions lead to better business decisions. More clients are not always the solution. Fear-based decisions keep businesses stuck. Accountability and difficult conversations matter. Long-term thinking creates compounding results. Apprenticeships can be a powerful growth strategy. Copying competitors rarely creates lasting success. Clients buy certainty, not just services. Growth often comes from refinement rather than expansion. Time Stamps00:00 — Intro + a listener raises her prices 03:30 — Madison's raise and apprenticeship success 05:00 — Why conformity hurts salon growth 08:30 — Growing apprentices vs holding people back 09:30 — Why some salons plateau 10:00 — Fundamentals vs tactics 12:00 — Better questions create better answers 13:00 — "More clients" isn't always the answer 15:00 — Solving problems for the clients you already have 16:00 — Why growth-focused owners think differently 17:00 — Fear-based decision making 19:00 — Raising standards and accountability 21:00 — Difficult conversations matter 24:00 — Long-term thinking and business vision 25:00 — Why owners abandon ideas too early 27:00 — Mission, vision, and consistency 28:00 — Apprenticeships as a long-term investment 30:00 — Meetings, systems, and follow-through 32:00 — The marathon mindset 33:00 — Industry trends and copying competitors 35:00 — Borrow principles, build your own business 38:00 — Recipes vs techniques in business 39:00 — The core experience clients actually buy 41:00 — Refining before expanding 42:00 — Education, advancement, and opportunity 44:00 — Why people stay (or leave) 45:00 — The fundamentals behind long-term growthLinks and Stuff:Our Newsletter Mentoring InquiriesFind more of our things:InstagramHello Hair Pro Website

This discussion emphasizes the importance of a strong trading mindset and how experimenting with different approaches can lead to a profitable trading strategy. We explore effective forex trading and specific currency trading pairs like Euro-Aussie, Euro-Kiwi, and Euro-CAD. The video also provides valuable trading tips, stressing that timing is more critical than a specific setup.Connect with Kathy - https://x.com/kathylienfx Sponsor: Prop Firm Match Compare over 40 prop firms — rules, drawdowns, payouts, scalability.Code MATCH to save on any firm!Click here — ⁠https://www.propfirmmatch.com/?a_aid=asfx

Send us Fan MailMost people do not need another fresh start. They need to stop abandoning the plan every time it gets uncomfortable.In this episode of The Mindset Café, we break down why so many people get stuck in the cycle of restarting. They start strong, fall off, wait for Monday, and convince themselves that a new plan will finally fix the pattern. But the truth is simple: restarting feels good because it gives you a clean slate. Refining works because it forces you to face what actually broke.This episode will help you understand why fresh starts can become a trap, why consistency is not perfection, and how to build a system that keeps you moving even when life gets messy. You'll learn how to audit the break, adjust the system, set a minimum standard, and return to the work without waiting for a new week, new month, or new wave of motivation.Stop restarting. Start refining.Support the showThanks for listening & being part of the Mindset Cafe Community.----------------------------------------------Follow On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/devan.gonzalez/Let me know what topics or questions you want covered so we can help you achieve your goals faster.----------------------------------------------Are you taking the right supplements to maximize your mind and body in fitness & health. Take a FREE Quiz to see if you are.> FREE QUIZ

#929 What if your greatest heartbreak became the spark for your greatest dream? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, we sit down with Jacob Robinson, founder of Dig World — a one-of-a-kind construction theme park where kids (and kids at heart) get behind the controls of real excavators, skid steers, boom lifts, and more. Jacob shares the deeply personal story behind the concept, rooted in his son Pierce's battle with bacterial meningitis, and how that life-changing experience inspired him to build something the world had never seen. He walks us through the grueling two-year fundraising journey — 248 rejections before the first yes — the disastrous grand opening that nearly derailed everything, and the mindset that kept him going through it all. Jacob also opens up about his Shark Tank appearance with Robert Herjavec and drops real wisdom for any entrepreneur who's ever been tempted to quit! What we discuss with Jacob: + Pierce's story: the heart behind Dig World + 248 investor rejections before the first yes + Refining the pitch without changing the vision + Grand opening = grand closing (1.7 Google rating) + "Operate from imagination, not memory" + Shark Tank: Robert Herjavec says yes + How Dig World actually works + The Dude Perfect partnership + Dream crazy dreams Thank you, Jacob! Check out Dig World at DigWorldNation.com. Check out Jacob Robinson at JacobRobinson.co. Follow Jacob on LinkedIn. To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nicholas "Harry" Callas reacts to the Pirates' loss to the Chicago Cubs on Thursday and another loss when Paul Skenes was the starting pitcher.

We live in a grind culture that demands a constant image of strength and success, making any admission of weakness feel like a massive risk. But what if hiding your flaws is exactly what's keeping you spiritually and emotionally stuck?In the finale of our series The Refining, Pastor Mark dives into a radical truth that flies in the face of modern influencer culture: God's power is made perfect in our weakness, not our polished performance. Looking at biblical examples like the apostle Paul, Mark shares a deeply personal update on his own battle with burnout and why he is stepping into an 8-week sabbatical. If you're tired of running on empty and relying on your own grit, this message is your invitation to stop performing and start practicing genuine vulnerability.**********

10 Behold, I have refined you, but not as silver;I have tried you in the furnace of affliction.Isaiah 48:101. What do I feel in the middle of suffering? The Groan2. What do I see in the middle of suffering?Discerning3. What is happening in the middle of suffering?3 Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, 4 and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, 5 and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.Romans 5:32 Count it all joy, my brothers,[b] when you meet trials of various kinds, 3 for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. 4 And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.James 1:2-46 And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.Philippians 1:6God is Refining10 Behold, I have refined you, but not as silver;I have tried you in the furnace of affliction.Isaiah 48:10Refining: to improve or purify something by removing unwanted elements or making small, precise adjustments.“I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.”MichelangeloGod's love is a consuming fire3 Know therefore today that he who goes over before you as a consuming fire is the Lord your God.Deuteronomy 9:3“Safe?... Who said anything about safe? 'Course he isn't safe. But he's good. He's the King, I tell you.”C.S. Lewis (The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe)“The consuming fire of God is not the fire of a wild animal attacking us; it is the fire of a savior who loves us too much to leave us untouched.”God sees His children stuck, and will refine them until they're free.In The Fire of God's Refining Love:NOTHING OF VALUE IS LOSTKing Nebuchadnezzar made an image of gold, whose height was sixty cubits[a] and its breadth six cubits. He set it up on the plain of Dura, in the province of Babylon. 2 Then King Nebuchadnezzar sent to gather the satraps, the prefects, and the governors, the counselors, the treasurers, the justices, the magistrates, and all the officials of the provinces to come to the dedication of the image that King Nebuchadnezzar had set up.Daniel 3:1-226 At that time his voice shook the earth, but now he has promised, “Yet once more I will shake not only the earth but also the heavens.” 27 This phrase, “Yet once more,” indicates the removal of things that are shaken—that is, things that have been made—in order that the things that cannot be shaken may remain. 28 Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe, 29 for our God is a consuming fire.Hebrews 12:26-29We lose what we've tried to cover ourselves with.We lose what we've been bound up in.23 And these three men, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, fell bound into the burning fiery furnace.24 Then King Nebuchadnezzar was astonished and rose up in haste. He declared to his counselors, “Did we not cast three men bound into the fire?” They answered and said to the king, “True, O king.” 25 He answered and said, “But I see four men unbound, walking in the midst of the fire, and they are not hurt; and the appearance of the fourth is like a son of the gods.”Daniel 3:23-25 Fear tells us that everything being broken off is a loss. The Gospel tells us that everything being broken off is gain.8 Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ Philippians 3:8NOTHING OF VALUE IS ADDEDThe Gospel doesn't say, “Jesus makes life better.”The Gospel says, “Jesus is life.”THE VALUE OF JESUS IS REVEALED25 He answered and said, “But I see four men unbound, walking in the midst of the fire, and they are not hurt; and the appearance of the fourth is like a son of the gods.”Daniel 3:25His love does not change; it cannot be made to alter; the furnace cannot scorch us, not a single hair of our head can perish; we are as safe in the fire as we are out of it.Charles Spurgeon

This week, we talk about the admin and social media stuff that goes with being a creator (4:35), creating a detailed drawing for a coloring book (14:15), Comic Con Revolution (18:20), refining pitches (33:35), restarting the fire for drawing (43:45), and flatting pages (52:00).

Every great hero—and every great villain—has an origin story that shapes their future. But what happens when yours is filled with broken cycles, trauma, or habits you desperately want to break?In this message from our series The Refining, Pastor Mark looks at the generational drama of Joseph in Genesis to unpack a powerful truth: true spiritual health requires us to confront our past. You don't have to live by the script handed down to you. It's time to step into a new, supernatural identity and become who you were actually created to be.CONTENT REFERENCES:Theo Von Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CihTN2GQymcMark Manson Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfiBDuUVc-A&t=314s**********

FREE Two Day Event: The Farm Marketing Fix - June 2026 Sign Up HERE Branding is the single most important thing you'll ever do for your farm business. And it's not what most farmers think it is. This episode breaks down what branding actually is, why it eliminates competition, and how to find your brand even if you have zero customers. What is farm branding, really? Farm branding is two things: who you help, and how you help them. It is not your logo, colors, packaging, or font. A weak version sounds like "We sell fresh eggs from happy chickens" - that's a product description. A real brand sounds like "We help busy families who want their kids to eat real food access the cleanest eggs outside of raising your own chickens." The difference is specificity about the customer and the problem. Why does branding eliminate competition for farmers? When your brand is clear, you attract a specific group of customers who are not price-shopping you against other farms — they're choosing you because of the relationship. Two farms can sell the same raw honey. One brand might connect with health-conscious urban professionals; another with traditional homesteaders. Same product, different audiences, no competition between them. Charlotte has hundreds of farmers in her program, and some are neighbors selling the same thing. But they don't compete with each other. How do farmers stop competing on price with cheaper farms? Stop competing on price by getting clearer about your brand. The customers who buy purely on price will never be loyal - they leave the moment someone undercuts you. Customers who choose you because of your brand will drive past cheaper options to get to you. Lowering prices to match competitors is the commodity trap, and it leads to burnout and bankruptcy. How do you find your farm's brand? Your customers tell you what your brand is, you don't decide it. Interview them about why they buy from you, what problem you solve, and what their life looked like before and after finding your farm. Inside the Profitable Farmer Marketing program, Charlotte gives students 35 customer interview questions. You ask each customer a few questions. Over time, the same words and phrases repeat, and that language is your brand. How do you brand a farm if you don't have customers yet? Interview people who already buy the type of product you sell, even if they're not your customer yet - friends, family, or neighbors who already buy fresh flowers or care about pasture-raised meat. Their answers tell you the same things actual customers would: why they buy, what matters to them, what they wish was different. As real customers come in, you keep interviewing and refining. You can absolutely start branding work from zero. Why is mindset part of farm branding? Branding requires you to charge prices that reflect your real value, and most farmers have beliefs ("people around here can't afford it," "who am I to charge that?") that block them from doing it. Charlotte's student Valerie 10X'd her sales - same farm, same products. The first thing that shifted wasn't tactics; it was belief. That's why mindset coaching runs alongside marketing work in the Profitable Farmer Marketing program. What changes when your farm brand is clear? Your website speaks directly to your dream customer, your emails get opened and acted on, your customers come back season after season, and price stops being the main conversation. Other nearby farms selling similar products stop registering as competition. You charge what you need to charge. Customers refer their friends. The whole experience of running the farm shifts from chasing sales to receiving them. Resources mentioned in this episode: Farm Marketing Week  - opens June 2026. Sign up at charlottemsmith.com/masterclass. Profitable Farmer Marketing program — This June, get a done-for-you year of marketing assets built privately by our team. Sign up at charlottemsmith.com/mastery FAQ Q: How many customer interviews do I need to do to find my brand? One is a huge success!!! Then, do a second one in a month or two if you'd like. They're so eye-opening. I still interview a new customer at least quarterly. Q: Should I have multiple brands if I sell multiple products? No. Pick one anchor product and brand around the customer who buys it. Trying to brand for everyone leaves you connecting with no one. Q: What if my farm products are basically a commodity (eggs, milk, vegetables)? The product isn't what's branded - the relationship and the customer transformation are. Two farms selling identical eggs can have completely different brands. Q: How long does it take to develop a clear brand? The customer interview phase usually takes a couple weeks to connect with and sit down with a customer. Refining your brand language across your website and emails can happen in a couple hour focus time. Connect with Charlotte Sign up for Farm Marketing Week at charlottemsmith.com/masterclass. Subscribe and Review Subscribe to The Profitable Mindset Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. And consider leaving a review. Your reviews help other farmers find this work. Click HERE and Let's Meet! Chat with us to see if The Profitable Farmer can break you out of marketing misery.  

How are established photographers refining their business? Today I'm sharing a peek behind the curtain into the Rise Collective, my group coaching program. Listen in to hear what kinds of questions are coming up in our coaching sessions, and how the photographers in the program are building their authority and visibility. In This Episode You'll: Get an inside look into my group coaching program, the Rise CollectiveLearn about the results that have come from the program so farGain insight into how photographers are refining their business for better visibilityFind it quickly:What we're focusing on inside this Rise Collective cohort (2:57)The results from the Rise Collective so far (6:02)Where to focus visibility efforts (6:53)Refining the client journey (8:37)A group visibility sprint (11:34)Having better conversations (15:40)Mentioned in this Episode:Waitlist: learn.joymichellephotography.com/Rise-collective-WaitlistIf you're enjoying the content we're creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!Join Now >>CLICK HERE TO GET 30% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

 With host retail coach Wendy Batten   https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/   Episode Overview In this episode, I'm sharing details of a conversation that challenged me to think differently about what's possible in business and life. I've been reflecting on the ways we can reach a point where things feel "good" so we stop stretching toward what could feel even better: more alignment, more joy, and being more fulfilled. Through personal stories and examples from my clients, I'm exploring the idea that growth is not always about doing more: sometimes it's about raising our standards, reimagining what is possible, and allowing ourselves to dream again. I talk about the importance of perspective, support, and asking better questions about what could actually feel great instead of simply acceptable. This episode is a reminder that building a profitable business matters, but so does building a business and life that continue to feel exciting, meaningful, and energizing. Our Key Topics Why "good" can sometimes become a ceiling in business and life Quietly stopping the habit of dreaming bigger or stretching toward new possibilities The importance of outside perspective, coaching, and conversation in expanding what feels possible Personal and client examples of moving from comfortable to more aligned and fulfilling goals Refining standards, branding, leadership, and lifestyle goals over time Building a business that feels profitable, joyful, and aligned with the life you want   Key Takeaways for Shop Owners Good does not always mean complete. I share how many shop owners work hard to reach stability and comfort, then stop questioning what else might be possible. This episode is an invitation to revisit areas that feel "fine" and ask whether they could actually feel even better or more exciting. Perspective from others can help us see possibilities we cannot see alone. Whether through coaching, travel, conversation, or collaboration, outside voices can challenge limitations and expand vision. Sometimes another person can see potential that feels invisible from inside our own business. Growth is not always about bigger businesses or more hustle. This conversation is not about chasing endless growth. I believe stretching toward "great" should support joy, fulfillment, lifestyle goals, and deeper alignment with what matters most. Small shifts over time can completely change a business. I share the story of a client who slowly refined her brand, clientele, merchandising, and team over the course of a year. The transformation did not happen overnight, but consistent changes helped create a business that felt more intentional and aligned. We are capable of more than we often allow ourselves to believe. Throughout the episode, I return to the idea that many limitations are self-imposed. Asking "Why can't I?" opens the door to possibilities that once felt unrealistic or unavailable. "Good is the enemy of great." - Jonathan Ive I hope this episode helps you realize if you've stopped dreaming so you can start again. What feels possible? Let's go after that. Resources Mentioned and Related Podcasts: Sales Accelerator Program - This on-demand program is ready for you RIGHT NOW. You'll learn how to get more visibility in your community, attract more of the right people into your store, increase your per-customer sales, and see more repeat customers who come back again and again. Grab it today and get started right away!   Episode 293: The Difference Between 'Nice' and 'Kind' in Leadership   Episode 268: Awesome Isn't Accidental: Raise the Retail Standards in Your Shop   About your host, Wendy Batten In case we haven't met…I'm Wendy Batten. I've been a small business owner, coach, and mentor for over 25 years. I help thoughtful, established entrepreneurs step into their role as CEO and build businesses that are profitable, meaningful, and supportive of the lives they want to live. My work blends real-world strategy with a life-first philosophy, shaped by lived experience, not theory. I've been there! Through honest conversations and practical insight, I invite you into bigger thinking about leadership, possibility, and how to build both business and life on purpose. For more support from Wendy Hang out and connect with Wendy on IG All of Wendy's current programs and services for shop owners can be found HERE. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the Creative Shop Talk Podcast and get the tools, inspiration, and strategies you need to thrive as an independent retailer.Click here to subscribe to iTunes!  Loved the episode? Leave a quick review on iTunes- your reviews help other retailers find my podcast, and they're also fun for me to go in and read. Just click here to review, select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. So grateful for you! Thank you

Sulfur is a lynchpin commodity, connecting the oil and gas industry to food production and much more. Already in a structural supply deficit, now, nearly half the world's internationally traded sulfur is off the market with the shutting down of the Strait of Hormuz. There is no clear line of sight as to how quickly supply could return with potentially catastrophic consequences for the world. What is sulphur (sulfur), how and where is it produced and what is it used for and why is the world not talking about this? Our guest is Meena Chauhan, Senior Manager over sulphur and sulphuric acid research at the consulting arm of Argus Media. For related content and to find out more about HC Group, a search firm dedicated to the energy & commodities sector, visit https://www.hcgroup.global

5/06/2026 PODCAST Episodes #2373 - #2375 GUESTS: Phill Kline, Rep. Morgan Griffith, Mike Hurst, Rep. Beth Van Duyne, Holly Kesler, Jackie Harling, Christian Hurd, Rep. Rich McCormick + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth   Want more of today's show? Episode #2373 Rep. Morgan Griffith Calls for National Energy Refining Legislation Episode #2374 Rep. Beth Van Duyne Blasts H1-B Visa Scam Episode #2375 Peach Crew Skewers Gov. Kemp Over Lack of Will to Call Special Session -- Again!   https://johnfredericksradio.libsyn.com/

In this insightful interview, Michelle shares her journey from ExxonMobil to founding Hyfé, a company revolutionizing carbon refining by utilizing plant waste. Discover how her innovative approach addresses climate change, food industry waste, and health impacts, offering a scalable solution for a sustainable future. Keywords sustainability, waste valorization, bio-refining, plant waste, climate change, food industry, innovation, bio-manufacturing, circular economy Key  topics Hyfé's innovative refining process using plant waste The economic and environmental impact of waste valorization Strategies for scaling sustainable bio-manufacturing The role of consumer awareness and industry collaboration in sustainability Sound bites "We use plant waste instead of crude oil" "Refining carbon like the oil industry did" "Creating new value from food waste" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Essential Ingredients Podcast 07:16 Valuing Byproducts: A New Perspective 11:03 Personal Impact and Entrepreneurial Journey 15:08 Supply Chain Challenges in the Food Industry 21:28 Collaborative Approaches to Industry Change 25:28 Building a Values-Driven Team 29:42 Emotional Safety in Startups 33:09 The Importance of External Perspectives 34:40 Innovating Contract Structures in the Food Industry 35:33 Balancing Health and Climate Goals 38:19 Navigating Complex Responsibilities 39:39 The Future of Bio-Manufacturing 41:15 Sector Readiness for Change 43:19 The Challenge of Processed Foods 45:34 Building a Sustainable Future 46:35 Transforming Linear to Circular Systems 47:16 Lessons Learned from Hi-Fey 48:52 Essential Ingredients for Success 50:03 Rapid Fire Insights 52:25 Final Thoughts and Future Vision

Closing real estate deals can be a multifaceted process that requires meticulous planning and skilful execution. For you to elevate your success rate and achieve more closed deals, it's crucial to pinpoint and effectively address the underlying causes of any challenges you may encounter. In this LIVE coaching episode, Brent Daniels shares invaluable tips on identifying the root issues and paving the way for successfully closing more real estate deals.For more expert advice, make sure to give the TTP Training Program a visit. ---------Show notes:(1:09) Refining your Skills and Scripts for Closing with Property Owners(3:11) Empower yourself with early "No's" for greater control(4:57) Implementing the Effective Techniques of Sandler Training(6:15) Gain Deeper Insight with Open-Ended Questions about Condition, Timeline, Motivation, and Price(8:31) Mastering Problem Identification to Better Serve Sellers(11:34) Building Rapport and Relationships through Tone of Voice, Skillful Questioning, and Active Listening----------Resources:You Can't Teach a Kid to Ride a Bike at a Seminar To speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community  are endless, what are you waiting for?

14. China's Strategic Monopoly on Rare Earths. Guest: Simon Constable. Simon Constable breaks down the reality of rare earth elements, noting they are not rare but difficult to refine. He emphasizes China's dominant control, refining approximately ninety percent of the world's global supply.,, (14)1906 ROAD TO INDIA