Podcasts about Refresh

Want to take a break from alcohol with support, structure, and momentum? Join the Waitlist for the Refresh & Reboot: Dry July Experience! By joining the waitlist now, you'll receive early access and special pricing → nomorewasteddays.co/waitinglist   Are you afraid of missing out if you quit drinking? You're not alone—but that fear is based on a lie. In this short but powerful episode, Sara flips the script on alcohol-free living and reframes it not as deprivation, but as an incredible gain. If you've ever said “I'll miss being able to have a drink now and then” or “I'm just not ready to give it up,” this mindset shift is what you need. This episode dives into the real wins of ditching alcohol—and how to move from “I can't drink” to “I don't need to drink.”    In This Episode:

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On those days when you're too tired to do yoga, the best thing to do is yoga.  This class moves from Savasana, through stretches, to balance poses, and finally builds to an energizing flow...before heading straight back to relaxation and back to Savasana. Enjoy your practice!  +++ three dog yoga is a small yoga studio in santa rosa, ca with a big heart and plenty of space to breathe. come over anytime! Got questions? Want to chat about yoga? Email us! info@threedogyoga.com Want more? Come see us at 1617 Terrace Way. Not in Santa Rosa? Join our live stream classes offered in real time over Zoom. Drop-in passes and memberships are available for every body.  Please visit www.threedogyoga.com to learn more.

We're halfway through 2025 and we've played some video games! Do any of them deserve to be on our Top 100 list? Is there anything current on the list that needs to be dropped or shuffled? Why would we do that to our perfect list? All this and more on this week's episode of The Backlog Breakdown! You can view our current Top 100 list here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1shRB_fLOspxuBz78Ol8Dfx0RtEe0BMtnE0f3uUzIijQ/edit?usp=sharing We'd love to hear from you! Join us on our social media by checking out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thebacklogbreakdown And if you'd like to support us, you can visit our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebacklogbreakdown The Backlog Breakdown is a proud member of the Play Well Network, a network of podcasts that seek to approach recreation in a more thoughtful manner. Until there is a rabbit trail to follow. Check out all of the other amazing Play Well podcasts Here. Get PWNed, scrubs. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Wed, June 18, 2025 - Audio reading of Weekly Refresh

A One-Minute Refresher on recharging our lives through prayer and reading God's Word (Isaiah 40:31).Listen to Refresh & Renew with Dan Longmore weekdays from 2-5 PM on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WRGN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Our hearts will not have peace until our bodies have had rest. You matter. You are worth it. You need to take care of yourself.

Ready for a fresh start this summer? Join the Refresh & Reboot: Dry July Experience! Get early access + a special discount when you join the waiting list here. We hear the term “dry drunk” thrown around a lot,sometimes by critics online, sometimes in recovery spaces. But what does it actually mean? And how does it differ from true recovery? In this episode, Sara and Heather unpack the meaning behind this misunderstood term. Whether you're early on in your alcohol-free journey or a few years in, this episode will offer the clarity you need to check in with yourself and keep growing forward. In this episode, we explore: ✨ What the term “dry drunk” really means and why it can be triggering

The Friendship Refresh: Nurturing Connection In Busy Seasons As a busy mom, I know how easy it is for friendships to slip through the cracks. Life gets full between the kids, the house, work, and everything else, and suddenly it's been months since you've connected with someone who really gets you. In this episode, I'm sharing how to give your friendships a gentle refresh, even in a busy season. I'll walk you through the struggles we face when relationships shift and show you how to reconnect in small, meaningful ways. In this episode, you'll learn: The biggest things that get in the way of connection (and what to do about them) What “micro-connections” are and how they've helped me stay close to friends, even with a full plate Creative ways to build friendship into the rhythm of your everyday life If your heart's been nudging you to reach out to reconnect or you want to simply feel less alone, this episode is for you. If you liked this episode, here are some others you might enjoy: 171. How To Love Harder 203. How To Be A Happy Person 242. How To Develop A Self-Care Routine That Sticks For more help from Danielle Thienel Coaching: To explore an opportunity to work with me as a one-to-one Catholic Life Coaching client (being Catholic is not a requirement) or to see if my group life coaching program, Busy to Balanced, is right for you, Schedule a call with me HERE. Get a copy of my books, The Cyclone Mom Method or The Divine Time Solution for only $4.99 HERE plus access paperback versions too including my new devotional- Happy Healthy & Holy Visit my website: www.daniellethienel.com to learn more about the life changes possible for you through having a faith-based life coach and access courses and products by going HERE Connect with me on Facebook and Instagram: @daniellethienelcoaching

Our topic for episode 1 is Growing a Thriving Coaching Culture: Introducing the Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching. This episode shares an overview of the Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching that will set the stage for all other episodes in this series. Kim developed the Thrive Model after a decade of working with coaches and school leaders around the world. It brings together all of her own experience as an instructional coach, as well as the experiences of her clients, and all the expert guests she's interviewed on this podcast.  We use this model to structure all of our courses for coaches, and in particular The Coach Certificate and Mentorship Program. You'll get an overview of the model in this series, and how the three elements of Clarity, Consistency and Community can be used to develop and refine your individual coaching practice and your coaching program in your school.  This series is designed to be an annual refresh of your coaching practice - even if you've heard some of the episodes before, every time you listen, when you reflect back on your growth over the last academic year, you'll be able to take something new away to apply in your practice in the next academic year. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let's Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tv EduroLearning on LinkedIn EduroLearning on Instagram EduroLearning on YouTube Subscribe to our weekly newsletter Join our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coaches Watch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership (book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools (chapter)

Lassoing Leadership: Leading with HeartThis week on Lassoing Leadership, Garth and Dr. Jason Rogers sit down with special guest Julie Cass, founder and CEO of The Positive Change Group, to explore the powerful role of positivity in effective leadership.Julie shares her incredible insights on leading with heart, offering a refreshing perspective that encourages you to break free from the hustle and embrace a more authentic approach. Discover why validating negative emotions is crucial, yet why they shouldn't define your path. This episode dives into the vital importance of self-care and how to cultivate a truly nurturing and joyful work environment for yourself and your team.Tune in to learn how to infuse your leadership with more positivity, empathy, and sustainable practices.Key Takeaways:Leading with heart means embracing emotional intelligence and your own humanity as a leader.It's okay to feel negative emotions, but the key is to shift out of them and focus on positive messaging.Self-care isn't a luxury; it's essential for effective, long-term leadership.Learn how to create a nurturing and positive work environment that uplifts everyone.Guest: Julie Cass, Founder and CEO of The Positive Change Group.

A One-Minute Refresher on the freedom from the bondage of sin we have because of God's forgiveness (Matthew 18).Listen to Refresh & Renew with Dan Longmore weekdays from 2-5 PM on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WRGN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode of The Refresh News, host Kait unpacks a headline-heavy week across the advertising industry, setting the stage for big Cannes conversations. From Warner Bros. Discovery's strategic split to Mark Read's departure from WPP, and a flurry of pre-Cannes product rollouts, this episode highlights how the future of media, agency relevance, and AI-powered innovation are all colliding in real time.  - Warner Bros. Discovery will divide into two focused businesses—Streaming & Studios vs. Global Networks—with cable taking on the debt burden as the company bets fully on streaming.  -WPP CEO Mark Read is stepping down amid pressure and stock declines, with the holding company finally embracing an ad tech and AI-first future years later than needed.  -WPP's recent moves—acquiring InfoSum, consolidating under WPP Media, and investing in AI—mark a delayed but necessary transformation for agency survival.  -Multiple vendors including FreeWheel, Mediaocean, The Trade Desk, and Basis Technologies announced major product innovations focused on CTV, retail media, AI, and data integration ahead of Cannes.  -The episode emphasizes that agencies must evolve from service vendors to tech-powered solutions providers or risk becoming irrelevant in a self-serve media world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Show Teaser Topics – On this week's episode of Go Gaddis Real Estate Radio, we're diving into the latest Metro Atlanta housing trends, fun ideas for Father's Day in Atlanta, and the big news: Johns Creek just landed the top spot as the #1 Best Place to Live in the U.S. for 2025–2026, according to U.S. News & World Report.

If your brand feels like a relic from your business's early days, you're not alone. As your business evolves, so should your brand...but does that mean a complete overhaul or a strategic refresh?In Part 2 of this Rebrand to Rise series, we explore the crossroads many entrepreneurs face: to rebrand entirely or to evolve their existing brand. We'll discuss the differences, the decision-making process, and how to align your brand with your current business vision.In this episode, you'll learn:The key differences between a total rebrand and a brand evolutionHow to assess which elements of your brand to keep, update, or retireWhy some designers advocate for lengthy rebranding processes, and why I take a different approachAn inside look at the rebranding process within The Co+Creation ClubWork with me in The Co+Creation Design Club. Done-WITH-you creative and design support for the scaling entrepreneur (and their team) who's ready to craft a high-demand brand, without the cost and hassle of an in-house designer!APPLY NOW: https://whitedeer.com.au/clubsaleLaunch Rebrand pack: https://www.diydesignmybiz.com/RebrandLaunchWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EWY1P52jBHcRead on the Blog: https://whitedeer.com.au/ep218/Intro 0:00Why this is important 1:01Rebrand vs evolution 3:32Questions to ask 8:00Client example 13:00Steps to follow 19:25WORK WITH JACQUI:// DIY Design My Biz: The best course for business owners DIYing their own brand and graphics in Canva. Learn more: https://whitedeer.com.au/diy-dmb// The Co+Creation Design Club: Design WITH the help of a professional designer in this high-touch coaching space: https://whitedeer.com.au/clubsale// Design Studio: If you're after fully done-for-you design services my studio team can help! https://whitedeer.com.au/designstudio

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"Let my soul smile through my heart and my heart smile through my eyes, that I may scatter rich smiles in sad hearts."   ~ Paramhansa Yogananda, author of "Autobiography of a Yogi"   Do you remember what led you to meditation? Were you simply curious or were you seeking peace? It's good to revisit the basics of meditation to remind yourself of the richness of its classic techniques that have endured throughout millennia. You may be brand new to meditation, or you may be a dedicated meditator. This week you'll be guided as we launch into a series taking you back to the basics of classic meditation. You'll explore classic meditation techniques that provide the peace, energy, and clarity that meditation awakens within you. This is day 6 of a 7-day meditation series, "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual," episodes 2397-2403. THIS WEEK'S THEME: "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" Welcome to a special series designed to breathe fresh life into your meditation practice! We all start with great enthusiasm, but over time, even the most cherished rituals can feel a bit stale, a little routine. If your meditation practice has lost some of its sparkle, or if you simply feel ready to explore new dimensions of stillness and insight, you've come to the right place. This series isn't about discarding what you've learned; it's about reigniting your curiosity, discovering fresh perspectives, and deepening your connection to your inner world. Discover new techniques, explore intriguing themes, and customize your ritual to make it vibrant and deeply fulfilling once more. Get ready to shake things up, rediscover the joy of stillness, and infuse your meditation with renewed energy and purpose. It's time to refresh, realign, and rediscover the profound peace that awaits you within. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES This is episode 6 of a 7-day meditation series titled, "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" episodes 2307-2313. Day 1:  Awareness Visualization Day 2:  Confidence Affirmation Day 3:   Calming Breathing Technique Day 4:  Mudra for perseverance Day 5:  Chakra for new beginnings Day 6: Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure WEEKLY CHALLENGE:  Meditation Space Refresh Give your meditation space a refresh. Replace items that no longer resonate with you with updated versions of what inspires you. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS   Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me at https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  SUBSCRIBE + LEAVE A REVIEW  SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

Want to take a break from alcohol with support, structure, and momentum? Join the Waitlist for the Refresh & Reboot: Dry July Experience! By joining the waitlist now, you'll receive early access and special pricing → nomorewasteddays.co/waitinglist If you're feeling maxed out, pulled in a million directions, and wondering when you're supposed to take care of yourself then this episode is for you. In this shorty  episode, Sara breaks down how to practice self-care even in the busiest seasons of life. Self-care doesn't have to mean a full day off or a spa retreat. It can be simple, nourishing, and fit right into your real life. Even the messy, overscheduled parts of it.

In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke dives into the latest updates from the world of travel rewards and points strategies. He covers listener feedback, highlights a new all-inclusive Hyatt resort in Saint Lucia, unpacks the devaluation of Iberia Avios, shares tips for upgrading to Emirates First Class without elite status, and revisits the ZilMoney payroll-on-card saga. He also breaks down rumors about significant changes to the Chase Sapphire Reserve and answers a listener's question about building credit as a college student. This episode provides timely guidance for maximizing redemption value amid changing reward structures and transfer ratios. DeAndre also shares personal insights on why booking all-inclusive stays with points can lead to outsized value—and how small booking details like guest count can make a big difference. If you're managing your family's rewards strategy or just starting to build credit, you'll find plenty of smart, actionable insights packed into this week's updates.   Key takeaways:  Chase IHG Certs Clarified: 60K certs cannot be topped off—unlike the 40K ones. New Hyatt All-Inclusive: Secrets Saint Lucia Resort is now bookable with points. Iberia Avios Devaluation: East Coast to Madrid redemptions increase by 19%. Emirates Upgrade Workaround: Non-elites can still upgrade at check-in using miles. ZilMoney Update: Payroll on credit card may return by end of June. Sapphire Reserve Rumors: $795 fee and new travel and dining benefits may be on the way. Building Student Credit: Capital One SavorOne Student is a solid early credit card option. Authorized Users & Credit History: Adding children to fee-free cards can help build long-term credit.   Resources: Act now - Protect your points! Book a Free 30-minute points & miles consultation Start here to learn how to unlock nearly free travel Sign up for our newsletter! This month's best current card offers BoldlyGo Travel With Points & Miles Facebook Group   Interested in Financial Planning? Truicity Wealth Management   Some of Our Favorite Tools For Elevating Your Points & Miles Game: Note: Contains affiliate/sponsored links Card Pointers (Saves the average user $750 per year) Zil Money (For Payroll on Credit Card) Travel Freely Point.me FlightConnections.com Thrifty Traveler Premium LTH Online Points & Miles In Depth Course:  Use coupon code "BOLDYGO" for a 50% discount!   Connect with DeAndre Coke:  Instagram: BoldlyGo.world TikTok: BoldlyGo.world  Website: BoldlyGo.world YouTube: BoldlyGoWorld YouTube: BoldlyGo.Travels      

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In this episode of the The Job Search Coach, Jaide Massin explores the emotional and practical sides of job loss. She shares powerful tips to help you reclaim your narrative, update your resume and LinkedIn, strengthen your network, and prepare for interviews with confidence. It's not just about bouncing back — it's about moving forward with clarity and purpose.Key Takeaways:Losing your job doesn't mean losing your value.Take time to feel, then take control.Own your story in interviews.Use action verbs to make your resume pop.Refresh your LinkedIn to match your goals.Tap your network — don't go it alone.Focus on what you can offer moving forward.This moment can reset your career direction.Coaching can help you strategize and gain momentum.

"The happiness of one's own heart alone can not satisfy the soul; one must try to include, as necessary to one's own happiness, the happiness of others."   ~ Paramhansa Yogananda, author of "Autobiography of a Yogi"   Do you remember what led you to meditation? Were you simply curious or were you seeking peace? It's good to revisit the basics of meditation to remind yourself of the richness of its classic techniques that have endured throughout millennia. You may be brand new to meditation, or you may be a dedicated meditator. This week you'll be guided as we launch into a series taking you back to the basics of classic meditation. You'll explore classic meditation techniques that provide the peace, energy, and clarity that meditation awakens within you. This is day 5 of a 7-day meditation series, "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual," episodes 2397-2403. THIS WEEK'S THEME: "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" Welcome to a special series designed to breathe fresh life into your meditation practice! We all start with great enthusiasm, but over time, even the most cherished rituals can feel a bit stale, a little routine. If your meditation practice has lost some of its sparkle, or if you simply feel ready to explore new dimensions of stillness and insight, you've come to the right place. This series isn't about discarding what you've learned; it's about reigniting your curiosity, discovering fresh perspectives, and deepening your connection to your inner world. Discover new techniques, explore intriguing themes, and customize your ritual to make it vibrant and deeply fulfilling once more. Get ready to shake things up, rediscover the joy of stillness, and infuse your meditation with renewed energy and purpose. It's time to refresh, realign, and rediscover the profound peace that awaits you within. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES This is episode 5 of a 7-day meditation series titled, "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" episodes 2307-2313. Day 1:  Awareness Visualization Day 2:  Confidence Affirmation Day 3:   Calming Breathing Technique Day 4:  Mudra for perseverance Day 5:  Chakra for new beginnings Day 6: Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure WEEKLY CHALLENGE:  Meditation Space Refresh Give your meditation space a refresh. Replace items that no longer resonate with you with updated versions of what inspires you. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS   Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me at https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  SUBSCRIBE + LEAVE A REVIEW  SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

It's EV News Briefly for Thursday 12 June 2025, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show. I'll be back later but Patreon supporters get the episodes as soon as they're ready AND ad free. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDaily NISSAN N7 EV TARGETS GLOBAL MARKETS WITH AFFORDABLE, FAST-CHARGING SEDAN https://evne.ws/43WTEHw TOYOTA LAUNCHES BZ5 ELECTRIC SUV WITH BLADE BATTERY IN CHINA https://evne.ws/3HASFWa DENZA LAUNCHES Z9 GT AND D9 IN EUROPE WITH ELECTRIC AND HYBRID OPTIONS https://evne.ws/3Hx0BYF DENZA D9 HITS 250,000 UNITS FOLLOWING 2025 REFRESH https://evne.ws/4jLDqqC KIA SPOTTED TESTING 2026 SELTOS WITH HYBRID AND ELECTRIC VERSIONS https://evne.ws/3TjuL41 VOLKSWAGEN PLANS SMALL ELECTRIC MPV TO CHALLENGE SUVS https://evne.ws/4jHAsDx XIAOMI SU7 ULTRA BREAKS NÜRBURGRING PRODUCTION EV RECORD https://evne.ws/4nfUXun APPLE CARPLAY GETS NEW LOOK AND WIDGETS WITH IOS 26 https://evne.ws/43RKXOL FORMULA E 2025-26: MIAMI AND MADRID JOIN RECORD CALENDAR https://evne.ws/4kYAQyz GEELY REJECTS POSSIBILITY OF NEW EUROPE OR US FACTORIES https://evne.ws/3Tl84wi GERMANY TESTS IN-MOTION EV CHARGING ON AUTOBAHN https://evne.ws/4dV9RSg DISGUISED PORSCHE ELECTRIC CAYENNE SETS SUV HILL CLIMB RECORD https://evne.ws/4dXEjvf

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“The AI-powered enterprise is here—and it demands a network that can keep up.” — Aruna Ravichandran, SVP, Cisco In a conversation recorded live at Cisco Live 2025 in San Diego, Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, sat down with Aruna Ravichandran, Senior Vice President of Marketing for Cisco's Enterprise Connectivity and Collaboration division. The discussion centered on Cisco's major announcements aimed at future-proofing enterprise networks to meet the growing demands of AI, automation, and increasing security threats. Ravichandran explained that Cisco is preparing for a massive transformation in the global workforce—one where AI agents will soon outnumber human workers. With billions of devices and agents expected to be actively communicating, Cisco predicts massive increases in both east-west and north-south traffic, pushing legacy networks to their limits. To meet this challenge, Cisco launched a suite of new solutions including: AI Canvas: A collaborative dashboard powered by a Cisco-trained large language model (LLM), offering cross-domain data visibility, telemetry integration, and AI-driven diagnostics. Integrated with a conversational AI assistant, it enables NetOps teams to resolve complex network issues in seconds instead of days. Agentic Ops: A new paradigm using AI to simplify network operations, empowering NetOps professionals to do more with shrinking budgets. Smart Switches and Secure Routers: Featuring dual CPU architecture (one for networking and one for security), these devices are post-quantum ready and built to support Cisco's Hypershield initiative. Wi-Fi 7 Access Points: A first in the industry, offering high-performance wireless connectivity for AI-heavy environments. Live Protect: A breakthrough feature enabling live patching of switches without downtime, reinforcing Cisco's three-layer security model across infrastructure, connectivity, and applications. Unified Management: Merging the Meraki and Catalyst dashboards into a single control plane to streamline administration. Ravichandran emphasized that all new technologies are backward compatible, ensuring customers can modernize without disrupting ongoing operations. However, she strongly encouraged enterprises still relying on aging infrastructure—like CAT 9200 and 6K series—to begin refreshing now to leverage these capabilities. Finally, Ravichandran reinforced Cisco's strong commitment to its partner ecosystem, noting that the company has built extensive enablement plans for channel partners to capitalize on this refresh wave. For more, visit: https://www.cisco.com #AIinNetworking #CiscoLive2025 #NetworkRefresh #AgenticOps #SecureNetworking #WiFi7 #TechReseller #CiscoAI #SmartInfrastructure #TechnologyResellerNews

Bookwaves/Artwaves is produced and hosted by Richard Wolinsky. Links to assorted local theater & book venues   Edmund White (1940-2025) Edmund White. Photo: David Shankbone Edmund White (1940-2025) in conversation with Richard Wolinsky, recorded in the KPFA Studio. Part One: Recorded February 20, 2012 while on tour for the novel “Jack Holmes and His Friend.” Part Two: Recorded February 17, 2014 while on tour for the memoir “Inside a Peal, My Years in Paris.” Edmund White, who died on June 3, 2025 at the age of 85, was often called the Grandfather of gay literature. Equally at home writing novels, biographies, plays, memoirs, essays and various hybrids, he was a pioneer in the LBGT world, one of the first gay novelists to achieve literary fame, the co[author in 1977 of The Joy of Gay Sex, along with a ground breaking trilogy of novels based on his own life, several memoirs, three well received biographies, and various collections of essays. Winner of the Lambda Literary Award and nominated several times, nominated for the Pulitzer and winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award for his biography of Jean Genet, winner of the National Book Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award and the PEN/Saul Bellow Award, Edmund White has also been called the Patron Saint of Gay Literature.   Review of “The Neil Diamond Musical A Beautiful Noise” at BroadwaySF Golden Gate Theater through June 22, 2025.   Book Interview/Events and Theatre Links Note: Shows may unexpectedly close early or be postponed due to actors' positive COVID tests. Check the venue for closures, ticket refunds, and vaccination and mask requirements before arrival. Dates are in-theater performances unless otherwise noted. Some venues operate Tuesday – Sunday; others Wednesday or Thursday through Sunday. All times Pacific Time. Closing dates are sometimes extended. Book Stores Bay Area Book Festival  See website for highlights from the 110th Annual Bay Area Book Festival, May 31 – June 1, 2025. Book Passage.  Monthly Calendar. Mix of on-line and in-store events. Books Inc.  Mix of on-line and in-store events. The Booksmith.  Monthly Event Calendar. BookShop West Portal. Monthly Event Calendar. Center for Literary Arts, San Jose. See website for Book Club guests in upcoming months. Green Apple Books. Events calendar. Kepler's Books  On-line Refresh the Page program listings. Live Theater Companies Actors Ensemble of Berkeley.  Summers at John Hinkel Park: Cymbeline opens July 4; The Taming of the Shrew opens August 16. See website for readings and events. Actor's Reading Collective (ARC).   See website for upcoming productions. African American Art & Culture Complex. See website for calendar. Afro-Solo Theatre Company.See website for calendar. American Conservatory Theatre Co-Founders. a world premiere hip-hop musical May 29 – July 6, Strand. Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi, Sept 18 – Oct 19, Toni Rembe Theatre. Aurora Theatre  The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe by Jane Wagner, with Marga Gomez, July 12 – August 10.  Awesome Theatre Company. See website for information. Berkeley Rep. The Big Reveal Live Show written and performed by Sasha Velour, June 4 – 15, Roda Theatre. Who's With Me. written and performed by W. Kamau Bell, June 17-22, Roda Theatre. Berkeley Shakespeare Company Julius Caesar, June 13-21, Live Oak Theater, Berkeley. y. See website for upcoming events and productions. Boxcar Theatre. The Illusionist with Kevin Blake, live at the Palace Theatre. Brava Theatre Center: Pacific Overtures, through June 15, 2025. BroadwaySF: A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, June 3-22, Golden Gate. See website for complete listings for the Orpheum, Golden Gate and Curran Theaters. Broadway San Jose:  Moulin Rouge!, The Musical. July 8-13. See website for other events. Center Rep: Happy Pleasant Valley, June 1- 29. Lesher Center. Central Stage. See website for upcoming productions, 5221 Central Avenue, Richmond Central Works  The Last Goat by Gary Graves, June 28 – July 27. Cinnabar Theatre. Bright Star, June 13-29, Sonoma State. Club Fugazi. Dear San Francisco ongoing. Check website for Music Mondays listings. Contra Costa Civic Theatre Fiddler on the Roof June 7 – 22. See website for other events. Golden Thread   See website for upcoming events. Hillbarn Theatre: Murder for Two, a musical comedy, October 9 – November 2, 2025. Lorraine Hansberry Theatre. See website for specific workshops and events. Los Altos Stage Company. Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare, May 29 – June 22. Lower Bottom Playaz  See website for upcoming productions. Magic Theatre. Aztlan by Luis Alfaro, World Premiere, June 25 – July 13. See website for additional events. Marin Shakespeare Company: A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare, June 13 – July 13, Forest Meadows Amphitheatre. See website for other events. Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts Upcoming Events Page. New Conservatory Theatre Center (NCTC) To My Girls by JC Lee, through June 8. Pride Cabaret, June 6-21.  Ride the Cyclone, the musical, July 11 – August 15. New Performance Traditions.  See website for upcoming schedule Oakland Theater Project. Les Blancs (The Whites) by Lorraine Hansberry, July 11 – 27. Odd Salon: Upcoming events in San Francisco & New York, and streaming. Palace of Fine Arts Theater.  See website for event listings. Pear Theater. Constellations by Nick Payne, June 27 – July 20.See website for staged readings and other events. Playful People Productions. See web page for information on summer camps. Presidio Theatre. See website for complete schedule of events and performances. Ray of Light: Next to Normal. May 30 – June 21. Ross Valley Players: See website for New Works Sunday night readings and other events. San Francisco Playhouse. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time based on the novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens. May 1-June 21. SFBATCO.  See website for upcoming streaming and in- theater shows.  The Day The Sky Turned Orange by Julius Ernesto, Sept 5 – Oct. 5, Z Space. San Jose Stage Company: Sweet Charity,  June 4 – 29.. Shotgun Players.  Yellowface by David Henry Hwang, May 10 – June 14. South Bay Musical Theatre:  The Sound of Music, September 27 – October 18. Stagebridge: See website for events and productions. Storytime every 4th Saturday. The Breath Project. Streaming archive. The Marsh: Calendar listings for Berkeley, San Francisco and Marshstream. Theatre Lunatico See website for upcoming events and producctions. Theatre Rhino  Doodler by John Fisher, May 31 – July 6, The Marsh, San Francisco. The Laramie Project, June 19-29.. Streaming: Essential Services Project, conceived and performed by John Fisher, all weekly performances now available on demand. TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean  Jimmy Dean, A New Musical, June  18 – July 13. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. Word for Word.  See website for upcoming productions. Misc. Listings: BAMPFA: On View calendar for Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. Berkeley Symphony: See website for listings. Chamber Music San Francisco: Calendar, 2025 Season. Dance Mission Theatre. On stage events calendar. Fort Mason Center. Events calendar. Oregon Shakespeare Festival: Calendar listings and upcoming shows. San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus. See schedule for upcoming SFGMC performances. San Francisco Opera. Calendar listings. San Francisco Symphony. Calendar listings. Filmed Live Musicals: Searchable database of all filmed live musicals, podcast, blog. If you'd like to add your bookstore or theater venue to this list, please write Richard@kpfa.org                                   .   . The post June 12, 2025. Pride Month: Edmund White (1940-2026), The Patron Saint of Gay Literature appeared first on KPFA.

"Darkness must always be combated positively." ~ Paramhansa Yogananda, author of "Autobiography of a Yogi"   Do you remember what led you to meditation? Were you simply curious or were you seeking peace? It's good to revisit the basics of meditation to remind yourself of the richness of its classic techniques that have endured throughout millennia. You may be brand new to meditation, or you may be a dedicated meditator. This week you'll be guided as we launch into a series taking you back to the basics of classic meditation. You'll explore classic meditation techniques that provide the peace, energy, and clarity that meditation awakens within you. This is day 4 of a 7-day meditation series, "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual," episodes 2397-2403. THIS WEEK'S THEME: "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" Welcome to a special series designed to breathe fresh life into your meditation practice! We all start with great enthusiasm, but over time, even the most cherished rituals can feel a bit stale, a little routine. If your meditation practice has lost some of its sparkle, or if you simply feel ready to explore new dimensions of stillness and insight, you've come to the right place. This series isn't about discarding what you've learned; it's about reigniting your curiosity, discovering fresh perspectives, and deepening your connection to your inner world. Discover new techniques, explore intriguing themes, and customize your ritual to make it vibrant and deeply fulfilling once more. Get ready to shake things up, rediscover the joy of stillness, and infuse your meditation with renewed energy and purpose. It's time to refresh, realign, and rediscover the profound peace that awaits you within. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES This is episode 4 of a 7-day meditation series titled, "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" episodes 2307-2313. Day 1:  Awareness Visualization Day 2:  Confidence Affirmation Day 3:   Calming Breathing Technique Day 4:  Mudra for perseverance Day 5:  Chakra for new beginnings Day 6: Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure WEEKLY CHALLENGE:  Meditation Space Refresh Give your meditation space a refresh. Replace items that no longer resonate with you with updated versions of what inspires you. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS   Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me at https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  SUBSCRIBE + LEAVE A REVIEW  SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

As long as they keep making pop songs, advertisers will keep writing parodies of them to sell laundry detergent, margarine and cheese bits. Andrew and Vieves look at some recent entries. Plus, an Ad Councillor tantalizes Andrew with a possible submission for the possible ghost files. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week's show: Downy Rinse & Refresh - I rinse it out https://www.ispot.tv/ad/f2DR/downy-rinse-and-refresh-rinse-it-out Downy Rinse and Refresh - en Espagnol https://www.ispot.tv/ad/fepY/downy-rinse-and-refresh-enjugalo-spanish Bounce - Wrinkles https://www.ispot.tv/ad/wWeH/bounce-wrinkles-ruin-harrys-big-meeting PEMCO Mutual - Prevention Insurance water loss https://youtu.be/lyrhvF3czfs?si=vQVEIi4nelDOgP-z PEMCO Mutual - Prevention Insurance Gutters https://youtu.be/9AVvfgycaKk?si=Ze8VCAdKHx3lgG_E Swiffer Wet Jet - Whip It (2003) https://youtu.be/VqnPciNhQXU?si=yAnOCa0DlOTZKgxs Dell - Watch Us Work it Out https://youtu.be/xhtgw-tOj-o?si=h_nqJX7167Cxb-3Y Michael Dell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yeiI8cd5rO4 Kraft Crumbles - Crumbelievable https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFjctVBg6K8 Burger King - Fantasy Ranch (at least 13 years old) https://youtu.be/0knvylie6jw?si=bs4ezL9FjrhAC_dX Mountain Dew Radio Jingle (2025) https://youtu.be/cDBCuO2iexg?si=pku_fBgFbVbtPn5o&t=17 Mountain Dew TV Commercial (1981) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGYT_oB6ETM Mountain Dew TV Commercial (2025) https://www.ispot.tv/ad/THgL/mountain-dew-gimme-a-dew-do-the-dew Progressive https://youtu.be/FKYu9OPHYSw?si=gXMHN1ZooktFhntJ Submarines https://www.ispot.tv/ad/TELH/build-submarines-a-gig-thats-built-to-last-song-by-dith-piaf

Earlier this year, I spoke with Dennis Woodside, CEO of Freshworks, about why speed and ROI matter more than ever in AI adoption. Today, we continue that conversation—this time from the IT frontline. In this episode, I'm joined by Ashwin Ballal, CIO of Freshworks and a 30-year tech industry veteran with a track record of driving transformation across global enterprises. From his days leading intelligence and data strategy at KLA to his role as CIO at Medallia, Ashwin knows what it takes to modernize without overcomplicating. We explore: The real impact AI is having inside IT teams and where the hype still outweighs reality Why simplifying IT environments is becoming a strategic priority for CIOs How AI is being used to augment, not replace, human capability The pressure to deliver measurable outcomes with fewer resources—and what leaders are doing about it Ashwin also shares a candid view on upskilling, internal adoption, and how CIOs can keep innovation moving forward while managing complexity and cost. This conversation is released in time for Freshworks' ‘Refresh' event and ties into broader industry trends around operational efficiency, human-centered AI, and IT's changing role in business strategy. If you're a CIO, tech leader, or just trying to cut through the noise around AI in the enterprise, this one's worth your time.

Wed, June 11, 2025

"Kindness is the light that dissolves all walls between souls, families, and nations."   ~ Paramhansa Yogananda, author of "Autobiography of a Yogi"   Do you remember what led you to meditation? Were you simply curious or were you seeking peace? It's good to revisit the basics of meditation to remind you of the richness of its classic techniques that have endured throughout millenia. You may be brand new to meditation, or you may be a dedicated meditator. This week you'll be guided as we launch into a series taking you back to the basics of classic meditation. You'll explore classic meditation techniques that provide the peace, energy, and clarity that meditation promises. This is day 3 of a 7-day meditation series, Refresh Your Meditation Ritual, episodes 2397-2403. THIS WEEK'S THEME: "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" Welcome to a special series designed to breathe fresh life into your meditation practice! We all start with great enthusiasm, but over time, even the most cherished rituals can feel a bit stale, a little routine. If your meditation practice has lost some of its sparkle, or if you simply feel ready to explore new dimensions of stillness and insight, you've come to the right place. This series isn't about discarding what you've learned; it's about reigniting your curiosity, discovering fresh perspectives, and deepening your connection to your inner world. Discover new techniques, explore intriguing themes, and customize your ritual to make it vibrant and deeply fulfilling once more. Get ready to shake things up, rediscover the joy of stillness, and infuse your meditation with renewed energy and purpose. It's time to refresh, realign, and rediscover the profound peace that awaits you within. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES This is episode 3 of a 7-day meditation series titled, "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" episodes 2307-2313. Day 1:  Awareness Visualization Day 2:  Confidence Affirmation Day 3:   Calming Breathing Technique Day 4:  Mudra for perseverance Day 5:  Chakra for new beginnings Day 6: Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure WEEKLY CHALLENGE:  Meditation Space Refresh Give your meditation space a refresh. Replace items that no longer resonate with you with updated versions of what inspires you. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS   Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me at https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  SUBSCRIBE + LEAVE A REVIEW  SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

Welcome to Eduro Learning's "Refresh Your Coaching Practice Series" This is a special podcast series designed to support you in refreshing your coaching practice. It's called (you guessed it), Refresh Your Coaching Practice. This series is an opportunity for you to reflect on your current practice as well as look ahead and consider opportunities for growth. You'll notice, as you listen, that we're following the Thrive Model for Sustainable Instructional Coaching: with episodes on clarity, consistency, and community, so you can refresh your practice on all three elements. Download our free companion guide & workbook that aligns with this series at edurolearning.com/refresh Let's Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tv EduroLearning on LinkedIn EduroLearning on Instagram EduroLearning on YouTube Subscribe to our weekly newsletter Join our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coaches Watch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership (book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools (chapter)

Lassoing Leadership: Leading with Empathy in a Complex WorldThis week on Lassoing Leadership, hosts Jason Rogers and Garth Nichols welcome special guest Anna Lisa Bond to tackle the ever-important theme of empathy in leadership. In a world that's changing at lightning speed and where the lives of educators are becoming increasingly complex, leaders face unique challenges, often battling hidden assumptions and beliefs that can hinder creating truly supportive environments.Anna Lisa dives deep into the power of self-empathy for leaders and offers practical, actionable advice on how to cultivate understanding and curiosity through effective questioning. Discover how to strike that crucial balance between empathy and getting things done, ensuring your leadership is both compassionate and effective.Whether you're a seasoned leader or just stepping into a new role, this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate the modern leadership landscape with more heart and greater impact.Key Takeaways:Uncover the assumptions and beliefs that can limit supportive leadership.Learn how to keep pace with the speed of change by tapping into new resources.Understand why self-empathy is foundational to empathizing with others.Get practical tips for fostering empathy, including the art of asking questions and balancing compassion with action.Guest: Anna Lisa Bond, find her at https://www.leapprofessionalcoaching.ca/ and on Instagram @anna.lisa.bond.

"Forget the past for it is gone from your domain! Forget the future for it is beyond your reach! Control the present! Live supremely well now! This is the way of the wise."   ~ Paramhansa Yogananda, author of "Autobiography of a Yogi"   Explore the powerful role of affirmations as a way to refresh your meditation ritual. Affirmations aren't just positive statements; they are potent tools for reshaping your mindset, setting clear intentions, and aligning your inner world with your desired experience of peace and presence. By integrating specific, uplifting affirmations, you'll discover how words can become anchors, guiding your focus and deepening your connection to the profound benefits of meditation. This is day 2 of a 7-day meditation series, Refresh Your Meditation Ritual, episodes 2397-2403. THIS WEEK'S THEME: "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" Welcome to a special series designed to breathe fresh life into your meditation practice! We all start with great enthusiasm, but over time, even the most cherished rituals can feel a bit stale, a little routine. If your meditation practice has lost some of its sparkle, or if you simply feel ready to explore new dimensions of stillness and insight, you've come to the right place. This series isn't about discarding what you've learned; it's about reigniting your curiosity, discovering fresh perspectives, and deepening your connection to your inner world. Discover new techniques, explore intriguing themes, and customize your ritual to make it vibrant and deeply fulfilling once more. Get ready to shake things up, rediscover the joy of stillness, and infuse your meditation with renewed energy and purpose. It's time to refresh, realign, and rediscover the profound peace that awaits you within. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES This is episode 2 of a 7-day meditation series titled, "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" episodes 2307-2313. Day 1:  Awareness Visualization Day 2:  Confidence Affirmation Day 3:   Calming Breathing Technique Day 4:  Mudra for perseverance Day 5:  Chakra for new beginnings Day 6: Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure WEEKLY CHALLENGE:  Meditation Space Refresh Give your meditation space a refresh. Replace items that no longer resonate with you with updated versions of what inspires you. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS   Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me at https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  SUBSCRIBE + LEAVE A REVIEW  SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

In this episode of The Refresh, Kait walks us through an overlooked but impactful week in advertising. From explosive revelations about brand ads on explicit platforms, to Meta's push for fully automated AI-driven ad creation, and a new FTC investigation into media watchdogs, this week's headlines raise deeper questions about trust, transparency, and control in digital advertising. We cover: or brands like Verizon and Amazon running ads on a teen-rated app rife with explicit and offensive content. Ads were served via Meta, Amazon, and Epsilon, with Google removing the app only after the story broke. The incident highlights systemic failures in classification and oversight across major platforms—platforms that benefit from scale but lack incentive to fully enforce brand safety. Meta announced plans to fully automate ad creative and targeting by 2026 using AI. While potentially helpful for small businesses, the move raises concerns about creative quality, transparency, and the potential erosion of brand control. The FTC launched an investigation into advertiser boycotts, probing whether organizations like Media Matters and Adfontes are influencing anti-competitive behaviors through media quality frameworks. The broader theme this week is that the tools and platforms meant to empower advertisers may be evolving faster than the industry can ensure they're being used ethically—or effectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Segment Teaser – On this episode of Go Gaddis Real Estate Radio, we bring you the latest on Metro Atlanta's housing market, share a magical experience at the Atlanta Botanical Garden, and explore how "Improve-to-Sell" programs—like our very own Rehab & Refresh—are reshaping real estate for today's sellers.

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Live quietly in the moment and see the beauty of all before you. The future will take care of itself."   ~ Paramhansa Yogananda, author of "Autobiography of a Yogi"   Do you remember what led you to meditation? Were you simply curious or were you seeking peace? It's good to revisit the basics of meditation to remind you of the richness of its classic techniques that have endured throughout millenia. You may be brand new to meditation, or you may be a dedicated meditator. This week you'll be guided as we launch into a series taking you back to the basics of meditation. THIS WEEK'S THEME: "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" Welcome to a special series designed to breathe fresh life into your meditation practice! We all start with great enthusiasm, but over time, even the most cherished rituals can feel a bit stale, a little routine. If your meditation practice has lost some of its sparkle, or if you simply feel ready to explore new dimensions of stillness and insight, you've come to the right place. This series isn't about discarding what you've learned; it's about reigniting your curiosity, discovering fresh perspectives, and deepening your connection to your inner world. Discover new techniques, explore intriguing themes, and customize your ritual to make it vibrant and deeply fulfilling once more. Get ready to shake things up, rediscover the joy of stillness, and infuse your meditation with renewed energy and purpose. It's time to refresh, realign, and rediscover the profound peace that awaits you within. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES This is episode 1 of a 7-day meditation series titled, "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" episodes 2307-2313. Day 1:  Awareness Visualization Day 2:  Confidence Affirmation Day 3:   Calming Breathing Technique Day 4:  Mudra for perseverance Day 5:  Chakra for new beginnings Day 6: Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure WEEKLY CHALLENGE:  Meditation Space Refresh Give your meditation space a refresh. Replace items that no longer resonate with you with updated versions of what inspires you. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS   Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me at https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  SUBSCRIBE + LEAVE A REVIEW  SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

"When the mind is calm, how quickly, how smoothly, how beautifully you will perceive everything. By the practice of meditation, you will find that you carry within yourself a portable paradise."   ~ Paramhansa Yogananda, author of "Autobiography of a Yogi"   Do you remember what led you to meditation? Were you simply curious or were you seeking peace? It's good to revisit the basics of meditation to remind yourself of the richness of its classic techniques that have endured throughout millennia. You may be brand new to meditation, or you may be a dedicated meditator. This week you'll be guided as we launch into a series taking you back to the basics of classic meditation.  This is day 7 of a 7-day meditation series, "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual," episodes 2397-2403. THIS WEEK'S THEME: "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" Welcome to a special series designed to breathe fresh life into your meditation practice! We all start with great enthusiasm, but over time, even the most cherished rituals can feel a bit stale, a little routine. If your meditation practice has lost some of its sparkle, or if you simply feel ready to explore new dimensions of stillness and insight, you've come to the right place. This series isn't about discarding what you've learned; it's about reigniting your curiosity, discovering fresh perspectives, and deepening your connection to your inner world. Discover new techniques, explore intriguing themes, and customize your ritual to make it vibrant and deeply fulfilling once more. Get ready to shake things up, rediscover the joy of stillness, and infuse your meditation with renewed energy and purpose. It's time to refresh, realign, and rediscover the profound peace that awaits you within. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES This is episode 7 of a 7-day meditation series titled, "Refresh Your Meditation Ritual" episodes 2307-2313. Day 1:  Awareness Visualization Day 2:  Confidence Affirmation Day 3:   Calming Breathing Technique Day 4:  Mudra for perseverance Day 5:  Chakra for new beginnings Day 6: Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure WEEKLY CHALLENGE:  Meditation Space Refresh Give your meditation space a refresh. Replace items that no longer resonate with you with updated versions of what inspires you. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS   Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me at https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  SUBSCRIBE + LEAVE A REVIEW  SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

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In this insightful episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, Mahan Tavakoli engages in a deep and inspiring conversation with Simon T. Bailey, a renowned speaker, leadership expert, and author of Resilience@Work: How to Coach Yourself Into a Thriving Future. Simon is best known for his work on personal and professional brilliance, with a focus on resilience—key themes that he passionately explores in his latest book. Throughout the discussion, Simon shares profound lessons from his experiences, including his time at Disney Institute, where he honed his leadership philosophy. He dives into the essence of what it means to be a leader who inspires others to discover their own potential while maintaining humility and an unwavering commitment to continuous learning.Simon emphasizes the importance of leaders modeling the behaviors they wish to see in their teams, drawing from his Disney experience where leaders were expected to "pick up the trash" as a metaphor for taking responsibility beyond their titles. He also discusses the critical role of coaching in leadership, explaining why many managers fail to do it effectively and offering practical advice on how to make coaching a regular and impactful part of leadership practice. Simon's approach to leadership is refreshingly candid, focusing on the need for intellectual humility and the ability to connect deeply with team members.Listeners will also gain valuable insights into the evolving nature of work, particularly in the context of hybrid environments and the rise of AI. Simon highlights the challenges and opportunities these changes present for leaders, urging them to foster a culture of learning and adaptability. His emphasis on resilience and brilliance as twin pillars of success in today's fast-paced world offers a powerful framework for executives aiming to lead their organizations through uncertainty and change.Actionable Takeaways:Discover Simon's key leadership principles drawn from his Disney Institute experience that emphasize the importance of modeling the right behaviors in any leadership role.Learn why intellectual humility is crucial for leaders who want to truly engage and empower their teams, and how this mindset can transform organizational culture.Hear how coaching can be a game-changer for managers, and why a regular cadence of one-on-one meetings is essential for building trust and ensuring alignment.Understand the concept of “catch and release in leadership—how training your team members to outgrow their roles can actually strengthen your organization.Explore the twin pillars of resilience and brilliance and why combining problem-solving with creativity is essential for unlocking your team's potential.Gain insights into managing hybrid teams effectively, including strategies for maintaining connection and engagement in a remote or partially remote environment.Learn how to balance the demand for results with the need for resilience and flexibility, ensuring your team stays motivated and focused on long-term success.Discover the importance of continuous learning, and how scheduling your personal development like a vacation can lead to sustained growth in both your career and leadership capabilities.Connect with Simon T BaileySimon T Bailey Website      Simon T Bailey LinkedIn   Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website

Time to turn on your heart light as we look back at the 1982 smash hit, E.T. the Extraterrestrial. They promise not to phone home it in.

Building better businesses is the focus of this season of the Building Better Developers podcast. As the show wraps up, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche reflect on what it truly takes to grow and sustain a successful business. With episodes packed full of real-world advice, the season offered an honest look at the balance between managing operations and planning for long-term growth. Whether you're running a startup or scaling a consulting firm, the challenges discussed this season are highly relatable, and the insights are actionable. Smart Strategies for Building Better Businesses This season delivered a broad spectrum of ideas—from improving customer support systems to deciding when to hire or outsource. Rob and Michael emphasized both short-term wins and longer-term initiatives that can set a business on a more sustainable path. “It's all about making your business better—whether that's better processes or better planning.” – Rob Broadhead By encouraging listeners to apply lessons week by week, the season became a roadmap for identifying and fixing critical business gaps. Automation and Resetting for Business Focus One of the season's strongest messages came from Michael's personal experience: getting stuck in the day-to-day grind. Like many tech-focused founders, he spent so much time coding and serving clients that back-office responsibilities were pushed aside. “You have to reset. I was doing the work, but I wasn't taking care of the business.” – Michael Meloche Turning off notifications and eliminating distractions helped him reclaim time and focus on strategic areas, such as hiring, finances, and operations. Challenge-Based Insights for Better Growth Each episode featured a unique challenge—practical steps like refreshing your website or reviewing your marketing channels. Rob noted that simply blocking calendar time to work on these areas made a noticeable difference. These challenges weren't theoretical—they were tools for building structure and momentum in a growing business. By applying even one challenge a week, listeners could steadily improve their systems and habits. Work-Life Balance and Building Better Businesses Another theme that resonated strongly was the need for rest and recovery. Michael shared his struggle with feeling guilty for taking time off, only to find that stepping away actually increased his productivity. “If you don't take care of yourself, it's like skipping oil changes—eventually the engine gives out.” – Michael Meloche This conversation reinforced that health and mindset are just as crucial to a business as any product or service. Remote Work and Office Culture As businesses shift post-pandemic, the debate over remote vs. in-office work persists. Rob and Michael explored the trade-offs of both environments, acknowledging that there's no one-size-fits-all solution. “You need to do what's right for the business, the team, and the customer.” – Michael Meloche Balancing flexibility with connection is an ongoing challenge that every business must navigate in alignment with its mission and culture. Final Thoughts: Keep Building Better Businesses Every Day Rob closed the episode with a powerful reminder: every business is a living system with competing demands. Just like software, it requires constant attention, updates, and realignment to continue functioning properly. “There's a business-business balance too—not just work-life balance. Find your ‘why,' and let it guide your decisions.” – Rob Broadhead Not every episode will apply to every business stage, but together, they form a comprehensive guide for those committed to growth and leadership.

In this empowering episode, Brendon Burchard reveals the key to sustained high performance: alignment. Learn why taking breaks, releasing tension, and reconnecting with your core values aren't luxuries — they're necessities. Brendon shares powerful metaphors and mindset shifts to help you avoid burnout, elevate your energy, and generate the aliveness, connection, and meaning that fuel lasting success. Tune in and recalibrate your life.Source: The Hidden Cost of Never Taking a BreakHosted by Sean CroxtonFollow me on Instagram Check out the NEW Black Excellence Daily podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, and Amazon.

We don't know who needs to hear this, but rest is not a reward you have to earn! In this episode, we're talking all about teacher recovery in summer, why it's essential, not indulgent, and how to make it happen in a way that feels good. We introduce the Four Rs of Recovery—Relax, Refresh, Refocus, and Recharge—as a practical framework to help you build a personalized recovery plan. From resetting routines to rediscovering joy outside the classroom, this conversation is your permission slip to take the break you deserve.Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-recovery-in-summer/Resources:Freebie: End of Year RoadmapEverything is Tuberculosis, by John GreenJoin the Teacher Approved Club!Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 13, Design Your SummerEpisode 65, Make an Easy Plan for Your Perfect Teacher Summer: Recovery and ReadinessEpisode 130, The 2 Things Teachers Need to Refuel This SummerEpisode 134, The 10 Stages of Teacher Summer BreakEpisode 196, The 3 Step Plan to Park Those School Thoughts and Enjoy Your Summer BreakMentioned in this episode:Ready to feel calm, confident, and classroom-ready for fall? Join us for the 2nd annual Teacher Summer Talks—a free audio summit packed with practical tips from 35+ real teachers. Grab your free ticket at https://secondstorywindow.net/summit

Adam, Joanna, and Zach discussed a frequently-posed question: what happened to some of the big public-facing food and drinks festivals, and why have they fallen off so dramatically over the last half decade. Is it just a case of another Covid-prompted change, or has the entire format gone stale? Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.Joanna is drinking: Pegu ClubAdam is drinking: Kistler Vineyards ChardonnayZach is drinking: Fast Penny Spirits "Amaricano"Instagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.