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Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lsQIJUPgQ4&t=15sPart 1: https://youtu.be/uKa3wzpRoxQ?si=57tk2tO14VNVdzcpIn this episode, you can learn:Why the brain repeats rewarding behaviors and avoids costly onesHow dopamine and norepinephrine shape motivation, effort, persistence, and quittingWhy habits and routines emerge as energy-saving strategiesHow autistic cognition can heighten attention to detail, discrepancy detection, and internal weightingWhy the brain is always trying to maximize expected value while minimizing metabolic costSee the show notes from episode 1 of the Internal Calculators and Motivation for previous links.@daylightcomputerco Daylight Computer Company, use "autism" for $50 off at https://buy.daylightcomputer.com/autismand Daylight Kids (!!!) https://kids.daylightcomputer.com/autism @getchroma Chroma Light Devices, use "autism" for 10% discount at https://getchroma.co/?ref=autism0:00 Internal Calculation Review: Reward, Cost, Value, Control & Habit Formation3:01 Uncertainty, Control, the ACC & Why Habits Reduce Effort5:40 Autism, Sensory Precision & Detecting Small Discrepancies6:36 Dopamine, Reinforcement & the Biology of Motivation11:57 Norepinephrine, Attention, Effort & Cognitive Engagement15:17 Astrocytes, Persistence, Quitting & Effort vs Outcome17:12 Reward Hijacking: Addiction, Smartphones, Social Media & Repetition20:33 The Equation of Life: Expected Value – Metabolic Cost22:39 Stable vs Chaotic States: Which Brain Networks Dominate24:38 Deep Focus, Flow, Habits & Why the Brain Automates Responses26:39 Final Takeaway: Maximize Value, Minimize Uncertainty & Conserve EnergyX: https://x.com/rps47586YT: / @fromthespectrum@Rfsafe https://rfsafe.org/mel/podcasts.php?pick=source%3Afromthespectrumemail: info.fromthespectrum@gmail.com
In the Best of the Bears this week, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share his takeaways from general manager Ryan Poles' press conference Thursday and to discuss the need for Chicago to improve its pass rush; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears' need to bolster their defensive line; and Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris took calls from Score listeners who shared their thoughts on whether the Bears should pursue Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby in a trade.
In the Best of the Bears this week, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share his takeaways from general manager Ryan Poles' press conference Thursday and to discuss the need for Chicago to improve its pass rush; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears' need to bolster their defensive line; and Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris took calls from Score listeners who shared their thoughts on whether the Bears should pursue Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby in a trade.
In the Best of the Bears this week, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share his takeaways from general manager Ryan Poles' press conference Thursday and to discuss the need for Chicago to improve its pass rush; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears' need to bolster their defensive line; and Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris took calls from Score listeners who shared their thoughts on whether the Bears should pursue Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby in a trade.
Ask Me How I Know: Multifamily Investor Stories of Struggle to Success
Financial alignment can still carry pressure, especially when your authority feels tied to control. This episode explores why exhaustion around money isn't a discipline issue, but an identity-level misalignment—and what steadiness actually feels like in your body and leadership.What does financial alignment actually feel like?Not in a spreadsheet.Not in a net worth milestone.But in your nervous system.Many high performers carry quiet financial pressure—even when the numbers are strong. There's still a subtle tightening. A readiness. A need to stay ahead.This isn't about irresponsibility.It isn't about greed.And it isn't about lacking discipline.It's about identity.When financial steadiness becomes fused with authority, credibility, and safety, control can start to feel virtuous. Being the most disciplined person in the room becomes a form of security. And loosening that grip can feel like losing your edge—or even losing yourself.In this Reinforcement stage of The Recalibration pathway, we explore what alignment actually feels like in your body:• The difference between control and stewardship• Why financial vigilance often feels safer than relationships• How identity load ties competence to belonging• The quiet grief of releasing superiority as safety• Why steadiness sharpens leadership instead of dulling itThis episode weaves nervous system regulation, identity shift, and leadership relationships together. Because burnout around money is rarely about math. It's about misalignment.Financial alignment does not mean shrinking your ambition.It means building without bracing.For those who carry responsibility for others—teams, investors, family—this episode gently asks:Can I remain ambitious without being dominant?Can I lead without using money to stabilize my identity?Can I stay steady without tightening?Today's Micro Recalibration:Think of one real financial decision you're navigating right now. As you picture it, notice your body. Do you brace? Speed up? Mentally rehearse proving your competence? Now ask gently: What would steadiness feel like here?If you lead others, notice this too: When you talk about money, does the room feel safe—or activated? What would 5 percent more calm look like this week?Explore Identity-Level Recalibration → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Learn about The Recalibration Cohort→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things...
What to listen for:Our hosts, Robin Greubel and Stacy Barnett, break down why "opting out" has become a buzzword that may obscure more than it reveals. While the term sounds empowering (giving dogs agency and choice), they argue it can become a self-congratulatory label that prevents handlers from addressing underlying training gaps.Stacy shares the story of 15-year-old Ray, who "opted out" of FEMA disaster work but later excelled at narcotics detection on a short lead. Ray didn't dislike detection work. Rather, she disliked working independently, far from her handler. Had Stacy recognized this earlier, she could have placed Ray in close-proximity disciplines like historic human remains detection instead of washing her out entirely.Robin recounts how one of her own dogs initially refused to search even three boxes in his front yard due to environmental overwhelm. But rather than accepting "he's opting out," she methodically built confidence through smaller areas, easier hides, and massive reinforcement. She eventually produced an elite champion! The key was asking why and adjusting the training plan, not accepting a vague opt-out label.They warn against the variable-reinforcement trap, in which dogs train handlers by occasionally succeeding, keeping handlers stuck in ineffective patterns. Stacy describes Dash's trained "collar-itch" behavior: a displacement signal she accidentally reinforced by making hides easier each time he scratched.Robin and Stacy do believe that legitimate opt-outs exist. Pain, slick floors, and overwhelming environments are just some of them. But these require specific diagnosis, not broad constructs.They advocate observable behavior analysis over anthropomorphic interpretations. This means that handlers need to teach opt-in through thoughtful progression rather than celebrating opt-out as a virtue.Key Topics:Defining Opt-Out vs. Observable Behavior (00:49)Ray's Independence Issue in FEMA vs. Narcotics Work (04:18)Environmental Confidence Building to Elite Level (07:35)Dash's Trained Collar-Itch Displacement Behavior (11:30)Variable Reinforcement and "Maybe Dogs" (15:29)Constructs vs. Specific Behavior Questions (18:40)Legitimate Opt-Outs: Pain, Slick Floors, Environmental Pressure (27:44)Teaching Opt-In from Day One with Puppies (34:31)Clever Hans Effect and Handler Cues (38:54) Resources:Dogs distinguish human intentional and unintentional action (study) We want to hear from you:Check out the K9 Detection Collaborative FB page and comment on the episode post!K9Sensus Detection Dog Trainer AcademyK9Sensus Foundation can be found on Facebook and Instagram. We have a Trainer's Group on Facebook!Scentsabilities Nosework is also on Facebook. Here is a Facebook group you should join!You can follow us for notifications of upcoming episodes, find us at k9detectioncollaborative.com to enjoy the freebies, and tell your friends so you can keep the conversations going.And don't forget to check out the YouTube Channel!
Send a textABA on Tap is proud to present Dr. Erica Feuerbacher (Part 2 of 2):Grab a cold one and pull up a chair! In this episode of ABA on Tap, we're joined by Dr. Erica Feuerbacher, BCBA-D, to explore the fascinating intersection of behavior analysis and animal welfare.Dr. Feuerbacher is an Associate Professor at Virginia Tech and a leading expert in applied animal behavior. We dive into her groundbreaking research on what truly reinforces our four-legged friends, their social connections, and how we can use the science of behavior to improve the lives of shelter dogs.In this episode, we discuss:Reinforcement in the Wild: How to identify what actually functions as a reinforcer for dogs and horses.Shelter Science: Interventions that reduce stress and increase adoption rates through evidence-based practices.Human-Animal Bond: The behavior-analytic perspective on why we (and our pets) do what we do.Humane Training: Moving beyond "jargon" to practical, compassionate care for all species.Whether you're a BCBA looking to expand your scope or just a dog lover curious about the science of "sit," this episode serves up a refreshing look at ABA beyond the clinic.Always Analyze Responsibly. Support the show
Ask Me How I Know: Multifamily Investor Stories of Struggle to Success
When responsibility begins to feel heavy and pressure never fully lifts, you may not be overwhelmed — you may be losing yourself inside what you carry. This isn't laziness or weakness. It's identity drift. And it can be recalibrated.When responsibility becomes your identity, even strength can start to feel suffocating.In this milestone Episode 300, we explore what happens when commitment slowly turns into consumption — when being dependable, capable, and steady becomes fused with who you are rather than something you do.Many high performers and high-capacity humans do not struggle with effort. They struggle with self-erasure.They say yes quickly.They step in instinctively.They stabilize before anyone asks.And over time, responsibility stops being a role and starts becoming proof of worth.This episode gently explores:• Why over-functioning can feel like maturity• How identity drift hides beneath competence• Why delegating can feel destabilizing, not logistical• The loneliness of being the stabilizer in every room• The subtle fear: “If I'm not the steady one, who am I?”• Why high-capacity humans are allergic to self-deception — and how recalibration is refinement, not avoidanceWe name the deeper tension beneath burnout and stress:Not exhaustion alone, but identity fusion.This is not about doing less.It is about holding responsibility without disappearing inside it.Through Identity-Level Recalibration (ILR), we are not layering on productivity tactics or mindset hacks. We begin at the root — the who. Because identity precedes behavior. When alignment becomes your default, it becomes difficult to live misaligned for long. Not because you are perfect, but because you notice sooner. You adjust sooner. You release shame faster.Pressure creates short-term results.Alignment creates sustainable strength.Three hundred conversations later, the evidence is clear:Alignment scales. Pressure doesn't.This episode offers orientation before resolution.Recognition before force.Companionship instead of correction.Today's Micro Recalibration:Before you say yes, pause.Ask yourself:Is this alignment — or identity maintenance?You don't need to change your answer immediately.Just notice.Reinforcement begins with awareness.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Learn about The Recalibration Cohort→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things...
A Parenting Resource for Children’s Behavior and Mental Health
Struggling with impulsive behaviors and meltdowns? Discover the 5 secret micro habits that build self control in kids and how small daily shifts strengthen executive functioning and emotional regulation. With expertise in Regulation First Parenting™, Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge helps families decode dysregulation and build lasting calm. Self control isn't about stronger discipline or more motivation. It's a developmental brain skill built through regulated moments—not punishment. When the nervous system and executive functioning system work together, kids develop the ability to pause, delay gratification, and respond instead of react.It's not bad parenting—it's a dysregulated brain. In this episode, we unpack the 5 secret micro habits that build self control in kids and how small, daily shifts help children develop real self control—without power struggles.Why does my child lack self control even with consequences?If discipline alone worked, your child would already have self discipline.When parents describe a lack of self control, they're seeing:Impulsive behaviorsExplosive emotionsTrouble waiting or delaying gratificationAvoiding tasks that require focusSelf control depends on a regulated nervous system and strong executive functioning (including working memory, self talk, and emotional control). If either system is offline, your child simply cannot access the skill—yet.Pressure doesn't build capacity. It exposes the gap.
How leaders accidentally undo their own clarity You set the vision. You clarified expectations. You built structure. And for a while… it worked. Then things slipped. Standards softened. Old behaviors resurfaced. And you found yourself thinking, "Why doesn't anything ever stick?" In this episode, we unpack the real reason regression happens—and why it's not about motivation, intelligence, or effort. It's about reinforcement. Clarity doesn't decay because people stop caring. It decays because the environment stops reinforcing it. Under pressure, leaders often override their own systems "just this once"—and unknowingly retrain the team to depend on them again. Leadership isn't proven when you introduce clarity. It's proven when you protect it consistently, especially when it's inconvenient. Key Takeaways Clarity without reinforcement will always decay Teams don't rebel against standards—they test whether they're real One override under pressure undoes ten calm explanations Consistency beats intensity—every time Reinforcement isn't micromanaging; it's protecting what matters Leaders accidentally train reversion when they bypass their own systems Avoided correction creates more anxiety than consistent boundaries Reinforcement must become environmental—not dependent on your memory or mood You stop being the "reminder" when clarity is built into meetings, rhythms, and consequences Even though the Vision Workshop has already happened, you can still get full access to the replay. If this episode helped you see why your clarity keeps slipping—and how to design reinforcement that doesn't depend on you—the workshop walks through how to build vision, structure, and leadership systems that actually hold under pressure. Get the Vision Workshop replay here: https://aibusinessscalingblueprint.com/vision2026
Send a textABA on Tap is proud to present Dr. Erica Feuerbacher (Part 1 of 2):Grab a cold one and pull up a chair! In this episode of ABA on Tap, we're joined by Dr. Erica Feuerbacher, BCBA-D, to explore the fascinating intersection of behavior analysis and animal welfare.Dr. Feuerbacher is an Associate Professor at Virginia Tech and a leading expert in applied animal behavior. We dive into her groundbreaking research on what truly reinforces our four-legged friends, their social connections, and how we can use the science of behavior to improve the lives of shelter dogs.In this episode, we discuss:Reinforcement in the Wild: How to identify what actually functions as a reinforcer for dogs and horses.Shelter Science: Interventions that reduce stress and increase adoption rates through evidence-based practices.Human-Animal Bond: The behavior-analytic perspective on why we (and our pets) do what we do.Humane Training: Moving beyond "jargon" to practical, compassionate care for all species.Whether you're a BCBA looking to expand your scope or just a dog lover curious about the science of "sit," this episode serves up a refreshing look at ABA beyond the clinic.Always Analyze Responsibly. Support the show
Ask Me How I Know: Multifamily Investor Stories of Struggle to Success
Nervous system leadership becomes essential when pressure and stress quietly shape team culture. If you feel responsible for the emotional tone of every room, this isn't a leadership flaw. It may be identity-level misalignment, not lack of strength.Most leaders try to fix culture with strategy.But culture is shaped long before strategy is spoken.In this episode, we explore nervous system leadership — not as theory, but as lived practice. If you've ever felt exhausted from carrying the emotional climate of your team, or confused about why tension returns even when results are strong, this conversation will meet you.This episode reinforces a simple truth:You cannot control every nervous system in the room.But you absolutely influence the tone that enters it.This is not about becoming softer.It is about becoming steadier.And steadiness is not passive. It is regulated intensity. Controlled momentum. Grounded authority.In Season 4, we are walking through the Identity-Level Recalibration pathway — moving from recognition, to release, to reclamation, and now to reinforcement. Reinforcement is where awareness becomes pattern. Where hope becomes embodied leadership.In this conversation, we explore:• Why burnout in leadership often stems from over-transmitting urgency• How pressure culture forms through shared stress responses• The difference between implied urgency and stated standards• Why many high-capacity humans became the “thermostat” long before they became leaders• How one embodied pause before entering a room can begin reshaping cultureIdentity-Level Recalibration is not another productivity tactic.It is not performance optimization.It is not a communication hack.If you've ever wondered:Why does my team mirror my stress?Why does culture feel tense even when goals are clear?Why am I tired of being the strongest nervous system in every room?You're not broken.You may simply be reinforcing patterns you learned long before you were leading.Reinforcement is hopeful because culture is responsive. Not instant. But responsive. Consistency builds trust. Steadiness compounds.Today's Micro Recalibration:Before your next interaction, pause and ask, “Am I about to transmit urgency — or steadiness?” Take one full breath. Name expectations clearly. Replace implied pressure with calm clarity.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Learn about The Recalibration Cohort→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things...
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into post-injury rehabilitation is transforming recovery paradigms by enabling personalized, adaptive, and efficient rehabilitation pathways tailored to individual patient needs. This podcast reviews the current advances in AI applications that facilitate assessment, monitoring, and optimization of rehabilitation programs following injuries. Through machine learning algorithms, wearable sensors, and predictive analytics, AI enhances the precision of therapy plans, tracks patient progress in real-time, and predicts recovery trajectories. The discussion includes the benefits of AI-driven rehabilitation, including improved functional outcomes, reduced recovery times, and increased patient engagement. It also addresses challenges such as data privacy, algorithmic bias, and integration with clinical workflows. 1. Transforming recovery paradigms Traditional post‑injury rehab relies on periodic in‑person assessments, therapist intuition, and standardized protocols that only partially account for individual variability. AI is shifting this model toward: Continuous, data‑driven care: Instead of snapshots in clinic, rehab can be informed by near real‑time streams of kinematic, physiological, and behavioral data from wearables, smart devices, and robot interfaces. Dynamic adaptation: Therapy intensity, task difficulty, and exercise selection can be automatically adjusted based on ongoing performance, fatigue, and recovery trends, rather than fixed schedules. Precision rehabilitation: Algorithms can identify which patients are likely to respond to specific interventions (e.g., constraint‑induced movement therapy vs robotics) and tailor plans accordingly. This moves rehabilitation from a "one‑size‑fits‑many" paradigm toward precision, context‑aware therapy, analogous to precision oncology but focused on function and participation. 2. Assessment, monitoring, and optimization AI for assessment Sensor‑based movement analysis: Machine learning models process accelerometer, IMU, EMG, and pressure data to quantify gait symmetry, joint kinematics, balance, and fine motor control with higher resolution than visual observation alone. Automated scoring: AI can approximate or support standardized scales (e.g., Fugl‑Meyer, Berg Balance Scale) by mapping sensor features or video-derived pose estimates to clinical scores, reducing inter‑rater variability and saving clinician time. Continuous monitoring Home and community tracking: Wearable and ambient sensors enable monitoring of daily steps, walking speed, arm use, posture, and adherence to exercises outside the clinic, feeding rich longitudinal datasets into AI models. Real‑time alerts: Algorithms can detect abnormal patterns—such as increased fall risk, reduced limb use, or signs of over‑exertion—and flag the clinician or adjust digital therapy content automatically. Optimization and decision support Predictive models: Using historical data, AI can forecast functional gains, plateau points, or risk of complications (e.g., falls, readmission), supporting individualized goal‑setting and resource allocation. Reinforcement learning and "digital twins": Emerging work in neurorehabilitation treats rehab as a sequential decision problem, using model‑based reinforcement learning and patient "digital twins" to recommend optimal timing, dosing, and progression of interventions over weeks to months. 3. Technologies: ML, wearables, analytics Machine learning algorithms: Supervised ML classifies movement quality (normal vs compensatory), detects exercise type from sensor streams, and estimates clinical scores. Unsupervised learning clusters patients into phenotypes (e.g., gait patterns after stroke), revealing subgroups that respond differently to certain therapies. Reinforcement learning and contextual bandits explore which therapy adjustments yield the best long‑term functional outcomes for a given individual. Wearable sensors and robotics: Inertial sensors, EMG, pressure insoles, and exoskeleton sensors capture high‑frequency movement and muscle activity data during training. Robotic devices (upper‑limb exoskeletons, gait trainers) coupled with AI can modulate assistance, resistance, or task difficulty in real time based on performance and predicted fatigue. Predictive and prescriptive analytics: Predictive analytics estimate trajectories (e.g., time to independent walking, expected upper‑limb function) to inform shared decisions with patients and families. Prescriptive analytics recommend therapy intensity, modality mix, and scheduling to maximize functional gains under resource constraints. 4. Benefits: outcomes, efficiency, engagement Improved functional outcomes: Studies report better motor recovery, gait quality, and ADL performance when AI‑assisted training is used—especially when robotics and intelligent feedback are involved. Reduced recovery time and resource use: More precise dosing and earlier identification of non‑responders can reduce ineffective sessions, shorten time to key milestones, and support safe earlier discharge with robust remote follow‑up. Increased adherence and engagement: AI‑driven digital rehab platforms use gamification, adaptive difficulty, and personalized feedback to keep patients engaged in home programs, improving adherence compared to static paper instructions. Support for clinicians: Instead of replacing therapists, AI can offload repetitive measurement tasks, highlight concerning trends, and offer data‑driven suggestions, allowing clinicians to focus on relational, motivational, and complex decision‑making aspects of care. 5. Challenges and ethical considerations Data privacy and security: Rehab AI often relies on continuous collection of sensitive motion, physiological, and sometimes audio/video data, raising questions about consent, storage, secondary use, and breach risk. Approaches like federated learning and on‑device processing are being explored to reduce centralization of identifiable data while still enabling model training. Algorithmic bias and fairness: If training data under‑represent older adults, women, certain racial/ethnic groups, or people with severe disability, AI models may misestimate performance or risk for those groups, potentially widening disparities in rehab access and outcomes. Ongoing auditing, diverse datasets, and participatory design with patients and clinicians are needed to ensure equitable performance. Integration with clinical workflows: Many AI tools are developed in research settings and are not yet seamlessly integrated into EHRs, scheduling systems, or therapist documentation workflows. Poorly integrated tools risk adding documentation burden or "alert fatigue," reducing adoption. Successful implementations co‑design interfaces with frontline therapists and physicians. Regulation, liability, and trust: It remains unclear in many jurisdictions how to regulate adaptive rehab algorithms (as medical devices, clinical decision support, or wellness tools) and who is liable when AI‑informed plans cause harm. Transparent, explainable models and clear communication to patients about the role of AI are critical for maintaining trust. 6. Case studies and emerging trends Remote and hybrid digital rehabilitation: AI‑driven platforms providing home‑based stroke, orthopedic, or Parkinson's rehab with clinician dashboards are improving adherence and extending care beyond brick‑and‑mortar clinics. Collaborative AI for precision neurorehabilitation: Frameworks combining patient‑clinician goal setting, digital twins, and reinforcement learning exemplify "collaborative AI" that augments rather than replaces therapists. Multimodal personalization: Integration of movement data, EMG, heart rate, sleep, and self‑reported pain/fatigue is enabling more nuanced adaptation to daily fluctuations in capacity. Conversational AI for education and coaching: Early work is assessing tools like ChatGPT as low‑risk supports for exercise education and motivation, though they are not yet precise enough to replace professional plan design AI is moving rehab toward patient‑centered, continuously adapting, and data‑rich care, but realizing this promise depends on addressing privacy, bias, workflow, and regulatory challenges in partnership with clinicians and patients.
Leave a message & include your contact or I won't know it's you.In this episode of the "Be A Better You Podcast," we're diving deeper into the journey of breaking trauma bonds, offering advanced strategies and practical tools for healing. Building on discussions about identifying and challenging harmful beliefs, this episode focuses on actionable steps to reprogram the mind, foster self-compassion, and establish healthy boundaries.We'll begin by exploring specific techniques for reprogramming the mind, such as using affirmations and positive self-talk to replace negative beliefs, engaging in visualization exercises to imagine a future free from trauma bonds, and utilizing journaling prompts to uncover and challenge deep-seated beliefs. These practices help reshape your thought patterns, making it easier to let go of the past and embrace a healthier mindset.Next, we'll discuss the importance of self-compassion in the healing process. By incorporating mindfulness and meditation practices, you can connect with your inner self and cultivate a compassionate self-dialogue. Establishing regular self-care rituals will further nurture your mind, body, and spirit, helping you build resilience and strength.Setting healthy boundaries is another crucial aspect of breaking trauma bonds. Protecting yourself from further harm and fostering healthy relationships is essential for long-term healing.Join us for this episode as we dive into these advanced strategies and provide you with the tools and resources needed to accelerate your journey to freedom and reclaim your life.Support the showTo learn more about my Programs visit the websitewww.radiatenrise.com Email: Allison@radiatenrise.comFree 30 Min Root Cause Call Join Radiate and Rise Together - Survivor Healing Community for Women GET YOUR FREE AUDIOTo send a DM, visit Allison's profiles on Instagram and Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/allisonkdagney/https://www.facebook.com/allisonkdagney/*Formerly (The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast)
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Time Blindness: neurodiverse individuals struggle to perceive passing time accurately. ✅ Visual Timers: make time visible and accessible for all students. ✅ Digital Schedules: portable schedules with digital time beat analog clocks. ✅ Task Breakdown: split work into smaller parts to reduce overwhelm. ✅ Warnings: give five-minute warnings before transitions or activity endings. ✅ Routines: work backward from bedtime to plan evening schedule. ✅ Reinforcement: acknowledge when children manage time well and independently. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/visual-timers-neurodiverse-students Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au
We're joined by Jordan Black, BCBA, co-host of Moms on Their Best Behavior, and co-owner of Best Behavior Solutions, for a meaningful conversation about making ABA strategies more accessible, practical, and relevant beyond the therapy room. Jordan shares her path into the field, including her background in special education and how becoming a parent shaped the way she approaches behavior support.We talk about why ABA should not feel exclusive to autism services and how understanding the function of behavior, teaching replacement behaviors, and using reinforcement effectively can support all children across home, school, and community settings. Jordan also highlights the importance of helping parents understand why behaviors occur, rather than relying solely on consequence-based approaches.Our conversation expands into schools and daycares, where staff often lack formal behavioral training but manage complex environments every day. We wrap up by discussing parent buy-in, collaboration, and Jordan's advice for newly certified BCBAs who are still finding their footing in the field.What's Inside:Making ABA strategies practical for parents and everyday lifeUnderstanding behavior as communication and teaching replacement skillsSupporting schools and educators with behavioral toolsAdvice for newly certified BCBAsMentioned in This Episode:Moms on Their Best Behavior PodcastBest Behavior Solutions@momsontheirbestbehavior on InstagramHowToABA.com/joinHow to ABA on YouTubeFind us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram
If your sport doesn't allow you to bring primary reinforcers onto the competition field with you, then at some point you need to work through removing those reinforcers from your training. This week Shade and I talk about the process of reducing reinforcement while minimizing frustration on the part of both dog and handler.
Ask Me How I Know: Multifamily Investor Stories of Struggle to Success
Relationships often strain under pressure when one person carries the emotional clarity. In this episode, we explore what changes when you stop explaining yourself — not as withdrawal, but as identity-level alignment returning to the relationship.There comes a moment in many relationships when explaining yourself no longer feels supportive — it feels exhausting.Not because you don't care. Not because you're shutting down. But because clarity no longer needs performance to feel safe.In this episode of The Recalibration, we explore what actually changes in a relationship when you stop over-explaining, over-functioning, or smoothing the emotional moment. Especially for high-capacity humans and deeply responsible people, explanation often became the bridge — the way connection stayed intact, misunderstandings were prevented, and closeness felt secure.But over time, that bridge can quietly become a burden.This episode sits in the Reinforcement stage of Identity-Level Recalibration, where alignment isn't built through insight alone — it's built through repetition. Not rushing to manage the moment. Not rescuing the space. Practicing steady presence without self-erasure.We explore:Why over-explaining was never about communication, but about safetyWhat “clean discomfort” feels like when you stop managing connectionHow nervous system regulation shows up as steadiness rather than silenceWhy consistency — not intensity — is what rebuilds relational trustThis is not about becoming distant or withholding. It's about allowing your presence to speak without justification.Unlike mindset work or communication strategies, Identity-Level Recalibration (ILR) doesn't ask you to perform differently — it helps you be differently. When identity realigns, behavior follows naturally. That's why this work feels quieter, slower, and more embodied — especially inside intimacy.This episode is part of a week-long relational arc exploring how recalibration unfolds in real relationships — and why stopping explanation isn't abandonment, but alignment practicing itself.Today's Micro RecalibrationNotice where you feel the urge to explain yourself — even when you already know what's true. Don't stop it. Don't act on it. Just stay present and see what steadiness communicates on its own.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things
In this episode, we're diving into one of our favorite and most meaningful topics in ABA: relationship-based motivation. We talk about why reinforcement doesn't have to look like tokens, toys, or snacks and how you can become the most powerful reinforcer in the room. When learners enjoy being with us, motivation shifts from doing work for rewards to genuinely wanting to engage, connect, and participate.We share real-life examples from our own clinical experiences, including moments when we realized we weren't yet reinforcing enough and what changed when we leaned into play, connection, and authenticity. We also unpack common misconceptions around work versus play, breaks, and pairing, and explain why separating social interaction from reinforcement can unintentionally send the wrong message.This conversation applies not only to young learners but also to older students, parents, teachers, supervisees, and even supervisors. Strong relationships increase the value of everything else we do in ABA. When connection comes first, behavior change is more sustainable, more meaningful, and honestly, more enjoyable for everyone involved.What's Inside:Why relationship-based reinforcement is more powerful than external rewardsHow to become a preferred person, not just the person delivering demandsRethinking breaks, play, and motivation in everyday sessionsWhy authentic connection matters across learners, families, and superviseesMentioned in This Episode:Episode 221: ESDM in Action: Embedding Goals in Daily Routines and PlayThe Science Behind ESDM: Why Relationship Matters as Much as ReinforcementHowToABA.com/joinHow to ABA on YouTubeFind us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram
We welcome California-based trainer Forrest Micke to the Consider The Dog Stage! Today, Forrest joins Tyler to answer real-world training questions from dog owners and professionals. Topics include playing tug safely with large dogs, helping dogs remain calm and quiet in their crate during class, and what it really means when reinforcement is described as “a process, not an event.”Learn more on ConsiderTheDog.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/considerthedog/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consider_the_dog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/considerthedogSubscribe: https://www.considerthedog.com/Use code CTDPODCAST to get 50% off your first three months of membership.Learn more on ConsiderTheDog.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/considerthedog/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consider_the_dog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/considerthedogSubscribe: https://www.considerthedog.com/Learn more on ConsiderTheDog.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/considerthedog/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consider_the_dog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/considerthedogSubscribe: https://www.considerthedog.com/
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High performers facing burnout and performance pressure often fear losing effectiveness when they slow down. In this episode, Julie Holly explores how to stay aligned as life keeps moving—without reverting to self-abandonment or urgency.Many high-capacity humans experience clarity during burnout recovery—then wonder if they can keep it once life speeds back up. The pressure returns. Expectations remain. And a quiet question surfaces:Can I stay with myself when nothing slows down?In this episode of The Recalibration, Julie Holly guides listeners through the Reinforcement stage of Identity-Level Recalibration (ILR)—where alignment is practiced inside real life, not protected from it.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why effectiveness and self-abandonment often became paired early onHow performance pressure, urgency, and role confusion trained your system to override itselfWhat the Reinforcement stage actually looks like in daily lifeHow to stay present, engaged, and effective without hardening or disappearingWhy alignment may change how others experience you—and why that doesn't mean you're doing it wrongJulie clarifies why Identity-Level Recalibration is not another mindset tactic or productivity strategy. ILR is the root-level recalibration that makes every other tool effective again, because it begins with identity—not effort.You're not being asked to slow life down.You're learning how not to leave yourself while it moves.Team Recalibration (For Leaders)Instead of asking:“How do we keep this going?”Try asking:“What would it look like to stay grounded while we move forward?”This reinforces identity over urgency and models leadership without self-erasure.Today's Micro RecalibrationFinish this sentence honestly:“When things start moving quickly, one way I can stay connected to myself is…”No fixing. No forcing. Just presence.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things
In this episode of Coaching In Session, host Michael Rearden explores the powerful concept of identity evolution and how who you believe you are directly shapes the life you create. Identity is not fixed it evolves through every life stage and when we consciously shift it, we unlock new levels of clarity, purpose, and personal transformation.Michael breaks down the four stages of identity evolution—recognition, redefining, recalibration, and reinforcement and explains how outdated identities can quietly limit your growth. Through mindset coaching strategies, real experiences, and practical tools, this episode guides you through crafting a stronger, aligned future self built on self-awareness, intentional habits, and disciplined action.If you're navigating change, craving reinvention, or seeking to step into your next level, this episode provides the roadmap to shift your identity from who you were… to who you are becoming.What You'll Learn in This Episode-The four-step process to intentionally shift your identity-How to recognize outdated identities that hold you back-Techniques to redefine your values and future self-Practical recalibration strategies to realign habits and beliefs-How to reinforce a new identity through daily micro-commitmentsKey Takeaways✅ Identity evolves through various life stages.✅ Recognizing outdated identities is crucial for growth.✅ Redefining yourself aligns you with your true potential.✅ Recalibration ensures your habits match your new identity.✅ Reinforcement protects and strengthens your transformation.✅ Identity shifts require intentional effort and self-awareness.✅ Personal growth is continuous and deeply personal.✅ Healing from old identities helps unlock clarity and purpose.✅ Success is private—comparison is unnecessary.✅ Daily micro-commitments accelerate identity transformation.
Tap into The Power of Your Mind using Law of Attraction and Hypnosis Techniques
You're about to listen to #473 Stay Focused Hypnosis Session, a guided session of hypnotherapy designed to help you eliminate distractions and strengthen your ability to focus so you can achieve your goals faster. This experience gently guides you into a calm, clear mental state where scattered attention settles and your mind naturally locks onto what truly matters. It's a space where mental noise fades, clarity sharpens, and sustained concentration feels effortless rather than forced. As you move through this session, you'll begin to release habits of mindless scrolling, impulsive distraction, and shiny-object syndrome. Your subconscious mind starts to rewire itself for follow-through, presence, and deep engagement—making it easier to stay with a task until it's complete. Inside this session, you'll experience: – A grounding induction that quiets mental clutter and restlessness – Subconscious clearing of distraction patterns and avoidance habits – Focus-building imagery to strengthen sustained attention – Reinforcement of discipline, clarity, and intentional action – A closing sequence that leaves you feeling mentally sharp and productive This session will help you use the Law of Attraction to reclaim your focus, break free from constant distraction, and finally finish what you start—with confidence, clarity, and momentum. Tips for best results: • Use headphones for the most immersive experience • Listen daily for at least 21–30 days • Use this session when you can fully relax and won't be disturbed • Avoid multitasking during hypnosis This session is one of the many premium recordings found inside my BELIEVE app — where you'll find over 1000 high-quality hypnosis, meditation, and affirmation sessions covering every area of manifesting success. — Helpful Links: → Get the BELIEVE App with 1000+ sessions: https://www.believehypnosis.app → Download individual MP3s from my library: https://www.hyptalk.com → Take full transformational courses: https://www.personalgrowthclub.com → Work with me or learn more: https://www.victoriamgallagher.com → Grab your copy of Practical Law of Attraction: https://a.co/d/5VUdyAu Thanks for listening to the Power of Your Mind podcast. If this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review — it helps more people discover these powerful tools. Stay consistent. Stay focused. And most importantly, believe in what's possible for you. – Victoria
One of the most common concerns we hear from parents, teachers, and even ABA professionals is, “Isn't that just bribery?” In this episode, we dig into the long-standing confusion between bribery and reinforcement and explain why the difference truly matters. We walk through real-life examples, from grocery store meltdowns to classroom expectations, to show how timing, intent, and planning change everything.We unpack why reinforcement is not about quick fixes or paying for behavior but about intentionally teaching skills, building motivation, and supporting long-term success. We also discuss how poorly planned reinforcement can unintentionally strengthen the very behaviors we are trying to reduce and why coercive “reminders” can feel just as uncomfortable as outright threats.Along the way, we share practical strategies for using reinforcement ethically and compassionately, including how to individualize it, avoid power struggles, and reframe “if then” language into more supportive “when then” statements. If you have ever worried that reinforcement feels wrong or been told it is, this episode will help you feel confident, grounded, and aligned with both the science and your values.What's Inside:The real difference between bribery and reinforcementWhy timing and intent matter more than the reward itselfHow reinforcement can accidentally backfire if misusedEthical, compassionate ways to use reinforcement effectivelyMentioned in This Episode:Episode 127: Classroom ReinforcementWhat is ACT in ABA? A Beginner's Guide to Acceptance & Commitment TherapyHowToABA.com/joinHow to ABA on YouTubeFind us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram
Tap into The Power of Your Mind using Law of Attraction and Hypnosis Techniques
You're about to listen to #472- Start A Successful Business Hypnosis Session, a guided session of hypnotherapy designed to help you gain the clarity and confidence to launch your dream business. This experience gently guides you into a focused, empowered state where uncertainty dissolves and your vision becomes clear. It's a space where self-doubt quiets, inspiration rises, and the next aligned steps feel obvious and achievable. As you move through this session, you'll begin to release fear around visibility, success, and decision-making, while strengthening trust in your ideas and abilities. Your subconscious mind starts to align with the identity of a confident, capable business owner—someone who takes inspired action with ease. Inside this session, you'll experience: – A grounding induction that calms nerves and sharpens focus – Subconscious clearing of fear, hesitation, and limiting beliefs – Visualization of your business coming to life and thriving – Reinforcement of confidence, self-trust, and decisive action – A closing sequence that leaves you feeling motivated and ready to begin This session will help you use the Law of Attraction to turn the passion and love you have for your dream business into a true reality—one aligned step, inspired decision, and confident action at a time. Tips for best results: • Use headphones for the most immersive experience • Listen daily for at least 21–30 days • Use this session when you can fully relax and won't be disturbed • Avoid multitasking during hypnosis This session is one of the many premium recordings found inside my BELIEVE app — where you'll find over 1000 high-quality hypnosis, meditation, and affirmation sessions covering every area of manifesting success. — Helpful Links: → Get the BELIEVE App with 1000+ sessions: https://www.believehypnosis.app → Download individual MP3s from my library: https://www.hyptalk.com → Take full transformational courses: https://www.personalgrowthclub.com → Work with me or learn more: https://www.victoriamgallagher.com → Grab your copy of Practical Law of Attraction: https://a.co/d/5VUdyAu Thanks for listening to the Power of Your Mind podcast. If this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review — it helps more people discover these powerful tools. Stay consistent. Stay focused. And most importantly, believe in what's possible for you. – Victoria
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I had a conversation with Ayomide Odumakinde (member of technical staff at Cohere AI labs) . We discussed artificial intelligence, the history of ideas in this field, current tools and methods, and what to expect in the years to come.Links to things discussed/mentioned in this episodeText Tokenizationhttps://www.ai21.com/knowledge/tokenization/https://huggingface.co/learn/llm-course/en/chapter2/4Supervised Finetuning: https://huggingface.co/learn/llm-course/en/chapter11/1Scaling law papersKaplan et al, 2020Hoffmann et al., 2022Sardana et al., 2024Reinforcement learninghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reinforcement_learningReinforcement learning through human feedback (RLHF)Ziegler, et al, 2019Learning to summarize with human feedbackReinforcement Learning with Verifiable Rewards https://allenai.org/blog/tulu-3-technicalEffective context engineering & context rothttps://www.anthropic.com/engineering/effective-context-engineering-for-ai-agentsQroq inference enginehttps://groq.com/Continual AI & learninghttps://www.continualai.org/https://www.ibm.com/think/topics/continual-learningMethods for Agent augmentation Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)Function & tool calling with LLMsLong-term memory in agentic systemsFollow us on:Twitter @HintedNeuronInstagram @hintedneuronFacebook Hinted NeuronLeave a review on this podcast at https://ratethispodcast.com/hintedneuronAlso, subscribe to our email list on our website https://hintedneuron.com to stay updated on new releases
411 Encouraging Change and Growth In today's episode Sarah Elkins and Rachael Bohns discuss the significance and necessity of change as well as the importance of acknowledging and catering to the strengths of yourself and those around you. Highlights Doing what's best for you even if no one knows, and especially for your own sake. Collaboration and commitment instead of obligation. Driving desire. Quotes "Most of the time change is thrusted upon us." "Change is individual to people." "Reward is individual." Dear Listeners it is now your turn, My question for you is what will you do with this information? When you think about the ADKAR framework; the Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability, and Reinforcement, what example can you come up with from your life, where you had something that needed to change and you went through that process, or what if you had gone through that process would it have changed anything in your change? Made it more successful or faster. And then think about a change that's going on right now in your life, personal or professional or both, and use the ADKAR framework to see where you are in that spectrum. Are you at the beginning, are you at the desire stage, are you already at the reinforcement stage of your change and now you just need to consistently keep it? And, as always, thank you for listening. About Rachael (from her LinkedIn) Passionate Industrial/Organizational Psychologist that believes in the importance of a healthy workforce. Experience in the public sector delivering training and communications for ERP implementations with vast experience in analyzing data and interpreting results for business growth. I thrive on business process reengineering and managing client relationships to deliver improved productivity and efficiency while meeting business goals and objectives. I have a strong ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment, solve problems with limited information, and multitask across several assignments. 100% open to traveling. Top Ten Reported StrengthsFinder Assessment Strengths: - Learner - Analytical - Individualization - Input - Responsibility - Ideation - Maximizer - Relator - Arranger - Achiever Be sure to check out her LinkedIn! About Sarah "Uncovering the right stories for the right audiences so executives, leaders, public speakers, and job seekers can clearly and actively demonstrate their character, values, and vision." In my work with coaching clients, I guide people to improve their communication using storytelling as the foundation of our work together. What I've realized over years of coaching and podcasting is that the majority of people don't realize the impact of the stories they share - on their internal messages, and on the people they're sharing them with. My work with leaders and people who aspire to be leaders follows a similar path to the interviews on my podcast, uncovering pivotal moments in their lives and learning how to share them to connect more authentically with others, to make their presentations and speaking more engaging, to reveal patterns that have kept them stuck or moved them forward, and to improve their relationships at work and at home. The audiobook, Your Stories Don't Define You, How You Tell Them Will is now available! Included with your purchase are two bonus tracks, songs recorded by Sarah's band, Spare Change, in her living room in Montana. Be sure to check out the Storytelling For Professionals Course as well to make sure you nail that next interview!
When you start your first BCBA caseload, it is easy to wonder what should actually be in your toolkit. We have both been there, and over the years we have learned which materials truly make sessions smoother, teaching more engaging, and data collection manageable. In this conversation, we walk through the essentials we rely on every day, from assessments to data tools to reinforcers to those simple visual supports that can make all the difference.We share why beginner assessments like the ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, and our own How to ABA Initial Assessment help you build a solid foundation. We also talk about keeping data collection simple so you can stay present with your learner. Think tally counters, notebooks, clipboards, and color-coded sticky notes. Then we get into our favorite reinforcers and flashcard sets from Different Roads to Learning, plus the visuals, timers, and token boards that support motivation and independence.What's Inside:Assessments that give you a clear baselineSimple data tools that keep you present with your learnerReinforcers and flashcards we use in real sessionsVisual supports that make expectations predictableMentioned in This Episode:Build Your Own BCBA Starter Kit at Different Roads to LearningEpisode 065: How to Use Reinforcement ProperlyEpisode 106: ABA AssessmentsHowToABA.com/joinHow to ABA on YouTubeFind us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram
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The 'D' Got Deleted: How VC Funding Broke the Innovation EcosystemLast week's whitepaper isn't production-ready. But someone's already pitching it to your board. Kence Anderson has deployed 100+ autonomous AI systems for Fortune 500 companies—and watched venture capital create a research-to-PR pipeline that skips development entirely. The 'D' in R&D got deleted. Hype cycles got amplified.Rule-based AI—systems encoding expertise as decision logic—was the 1980s breakthrough. Overhyped, then abandoned when it couldn't do everything. But engineers kept deploying it where codified rules excel: industrial controls, diagnostics, compliance. It's running critical infrastructure today. Every AI wave follows this arc. For leaders, the lesson: stop asking which technology wins. Ask what each does well—and build modular systems that match capabilities to tasks. The fix: if AI can learn, someone should teach it the right way. Machine teaching—goals, scenarios, strategies—creates modular agents that compound capability through orchestration.Paradigm Shifts:
Why do so many people start strong in January only to quit by February?In this powerful solo episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden uncovers the real reasons most New Year's resolutions fail and how you can finally make yours stick. Discover how your identity shapes your habits, why discipline beats motivation and how to apply Michael's three-step transformation framework: Awareness, Replacement, and Reinforcement.This episode is for anyone ready to stop repeating the same resolutions year after year and finally commit to lasting change. If you're serious about transforming your mindset, breaking bad habits, and becoming the best version of yourself this episode is your starting point.
Edwin Chen is the founder and CEO of Surge AI, the company that teaches AI what's good vs. what's bad, powering frontier labs with elite data, environments, and evaluations. Surge surpassed $1 billion in revenue with under 100 employees last year, completely bootstrapped—the fastest company in history to reach this milestone. Before founding Surge, Edwin was a research scientist at Google, Facebook, and Twitter and studied mathematics, computer science, and linguistics at MIT.We discuss:1. How Surge reached over $1 billion in revenue with fewer than 100 people by obsessing over quality2. The story behind how Claude Code got so good at coding and writing3. The problems with AI benchmarks and why they're pushing AI in the wrong direction4. How RL environments are the next frontier in AI training5. Why Edwin believes we're still a decade away from AGI6. Why taste and human judgment shape which AI models become industry leaders7. His contrarian approach to company building that rejects Silicon Valley's “pivot and blitzscale” playbook8. How AI models will become increasingly differentiated based on the values of the companies building them—Brought to you by:Vanta—Automate compliance. Simplify security.WorkOS—Modern identity platform for B2B SaaS, free up to 1 million MAUsCoda—The all-in-one collaborative workspace—Transcript: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/surge-ai-edwin-chen—My biggest takeaways (for paid newsletter subscribers): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/i/180055059/my-biggest-takeaways-from-this-conversation—Where to find Edwin Chen:• X: https://x.com/echen• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwinzchen• Surge's blog: https://surgehq.ai/blog—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Edwin Chen(04:48) AI's role in business efficiency(07:08) Building a contrarian company(08:55) An explanation of what Surge AI does(09:36) The importance of high-quality data(13:31) How Claude Code has stayed ahead(17:37) Edwin's skepticism toward benchmarks(21:54) AGI timelines and industry trends(28:33) The Silicon Valley machine(33:07) Reinforcement learning and future AI training(39:37) Understanding model trajectories(41:11) How models have advanced and will continue to advance(42:55) Adapting to industry needs(44:39) Surge's research approach(48:07) Predictions for the next few years in AI(50:43) What's underhyped and overhyped in AI(52:55) The story of founding Surge AI(01:02:18) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• Surge: https://surgehq.ai• Surge's product page: https://surgehq.ai/products• Claude Code: https://www.claude.com/product/claude-code• Gemini 3: https://aistudio.google.com/models/gemini-3• Sora: https://openai.com/sora• Terrence Rohan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrencerohan• Richard Sutton—Father of RL thinks LLMs are a dead end: https://www.dwarkesh.com/p/richard-sutton• The Bitter Lesson: http://www.incompleteideas.net/IncIdeas/BitterLesson.html• Reinforcement learning: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reinforcement_learning• Grok: https://grok.com• Warren Buffett on X: https://x.com/WarrenBuffett• OpenAI's CPO on how AI changes must-have skills, moats, coding, startup playbooks, more | Kevin Weil (CPO at OpenAI, ex-Instagram, Twitter): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/kevin-weil-open-ai• Anthropic's CPO on what comes next | Mike Krieger (co-founder of Instagram): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/anthropics-cpo-heres-what-comes-next• Brian Armstrong on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barmstrong• Interstellar on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/Interstellar-Matthew-McConaughey/dp/B00TU9UFTS• Arrival on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/Arrival-Amy-Adams/dp/B01M2C4NP8• Travelers on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80105699• Waymo: https://waymo.com• Soda versus pop: https://flowingdata.com/2012/07/09/soda-versus-pop-on-twitter—Recommended books:• Stories of Your Life and Others: https://www.amazon.com/Stories-Your-Life-Others-Chiang/dp/1101972122• The Myth of Sisyphus: https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Sisyphus-Vintage-International/dp/0525564454• Le Ton Beau de Marot: In Praise of the Music of Language: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0465086454• Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid: https://www.amazon.com/G%C3%B6del-Escher-Bach-Eternal-Golden/dp/0465026567—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If you've ever had someone twist your training philosophy into something it's not, you've likely run into a Straw Man argument. In this episode, I'm breaking down ten of the most common ones aimed at positive reinforcement-based dog training, why they're not valid, and what you can do to create genuine conversations with people who hold a different view of dog training than you, all while staying centered and calm. In this episode, you'll hear: • What Straw Man arguments are and why they show up in dog training conversations. • Why these arguments misrepresent decades of science and practical application. • Ten common Straw Man claims made about positive reinforcement-based training and my response to each one - Straw Man Argument #1 - "Reinforcement trainers are just cookie pushers" - Straw Man Argument #2 - "Positive training won't work with high-drive dogs" - Straw Man Argument #3 - "Reinforcement takes too long, punishment is faster" - Straw Man Argument #4 - "Dogs need leaders, not more cookies" - Straw Man Argument #5 - "Dogs need punishment to learn what's wrong" - Straw Man Argument #6 - "Training only works if the dog can see the cookie" - Straw Man Argument #7 - "Positive trainers care more about the dog's emotion than outcomes" - Straw Man Argument #8 - "Your dog will never recall reliably without correction" - Straw Man Argument #9 - "A head halter is just another punishment tool" - Straw Man Argument #10 - "Positive trainers avoid punishment because they don't understand it" • How to stay centered, respond constructively, and keep conversations productive. Resources: 1. Podcast Episode 146: Balanced Dog Training: Does It Really Exist? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/146/ 2. YouTube Playlist: Reinforcement, Permissions and Transfer of Value - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy1IUj_4P54q2PIuLNtnXjFO 3. Podcast Episode 6: The Art of Manipulation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/6/ 4. Podcast Episode 245: Make Dog Training Easy! Quick Guide to Antecedent Arrangements - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/245/ 5. Podcast Episode 182: The Game Within The Game: How To Multiply Your Dog's Reinforcements - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/182/ 6. Podcast Episode 302: The Recall Myth: Why Your Off Leash Dog Isn't Coming When Called And How To Fix It - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/302/ 7. Podcast Episode 40: Using A Head Halter On A Dog, Why My Approach Is So Different - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/40/ 8. Podcast Episode 304: Let's Talk About E-Collars: Why Dog Trainers Are So Divided - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/304/ 9. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/dvAyGtpv2Mw
In this episode of K9's Talking Scents, Cameron Ford sits down with world-renowned trainer Michael Ellis for one of the most in-depth conversations ever recorded on reinforcement theory, over-arousal, odor commitment, reward schedules, and why many detection dog programs unintentionally create false alerts.Together they break down the problems behind “reward-rich” training systems, how reinforcement can become punishing, why omission matters, and how to build dogs who persist, stay committed to odor, and search with accuracy — even in operational environments where rewards rarely come.This episode covers:• Why dogs become toy-obsessed instead of odor-committed• How handlers accidentally create false alerts• Why “continuous reinforcement” destroys operational reliability• Rewarding search vs rewarding finds• The science of frustration, dopamine, and over-performance• The difference between learning behavior and maintaining behavior• Why real-world deployments MUST be represented during training• How to introduce blanks, variable schedules, and expectation violation• "Satan's Infinite Loop" and how trainers build bad habits into dogs• Why many dogs don't indicate because they want the search to continue• How to build persistent, reliable, stable detection dogsIf you're a detection dog handler, trainer, supervisor, or K9 program manager, this is a masterclass.CHAPTERS00:00 — Intro & catching up01:00 — Online education & training libraries02:00 — Are rewards harming performance?05:00 — Reinforcement vs intrinsic motivation07:00 — Over-arousal in detection dogs08:30 — Searching for toys vs searching for odor10:00 — False alerts & frustration12:00 — The “cheat code” problem14:30 — Reward-rich environments vs real deployments17:00 — Continuous vs variable reinforcement19:00 — Training that mirrors real-world operations21:30 — Expectation violation & handler discomfort23:00 — Why easy training creates weak dogs26:00 — Dogs that quit vs dogs that persist28:00 — Reducing rewards without breaking the dog30:30 — Reading search behavior correctly32:00 — Consistency in training fundamentals35:00 — Foundation errors that create future problems38:00 — When to introduce blanks41:00 — Reinforcing end-of-search behaviors44:00 — Fixing continuously rewarded dogs47:00 — Why dogs miss the first odor49:00 — Over-arousal & compensation behaviors52:00 — Indication obsession & unintended consequences54:00 — Odor recognition vs sit/down behavior57:00 — Natural indications & reading the dog59:00 — Satan's Infinite Loop explained________________________________________
054 Let's unpack some definitions of positive and negative reinforcement, a real-life training example, and why focusing on the use of positive reinforcement will benefit your team overall. Video examples of skills trained with positive reinforcement, but may also be benefiting from negative reinforcement, are available inside my free community, Fans of FxAgility. Login here or Join here.
In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop talks with Kevin Smith, co-founder of Snipd, about how AI is reshaping the way we listen, learn, and interact with podcasts. They explore Snipd's vision of transforming podcasts into living knowledge systems, the evolution of machine learning from finance to large language models, and the broader connection between AI, robotics, and energy as the foundation for the next technological era. Kevin also touches on ideas like the bitter lesson, reinforcement learning, and the growing energy demands of AI. Listeners can try Snipd's premium version free for a month using this promo link.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:00 – Stewart Alsop welcomes Kevin Smith, co-founder of Snipd, to discuss AI, podcasting, and curiosity-driven learning.05:00 – Kevin explains Snipd's snipping feature, chatting with episodes, and future plans for voice interaction with podcasts.10:00 – They discuss vector search, embeddings, and context windows, comparing full-episode context to chunked transcripts.15:00 – Kevin shares his background in mathematics and economics, his shift from finance to machine learning, and early startup work in AI.20:00 – They explore early quant models versus modern machine learning, statistical modeling, and data limitations in finance.25:00 – Conversation turns to transformer models, pretraining, and the bitter lesson—how compute-based methods outperform human-crafted systems. 30:00 – Stewart connects this to RLHF, Scale AI, and data scarcity; Kevin reflects on reinforcement learning's future. 35:00 – They pivot to Snipd's podcast ecosystem, hidden gems like Founders Podcast, and how stories shape entrepreneurial insight. 40:00 – ETH Zurich, robotics, and startup culture come up, linking academia to real-world innovation. 45:00 – They close on AI, robotics, and energy as the pillars of the future, debating nuclear and solar power's role in sustaining progress.Key InsightsPodcasts as dynamic knowledge systems: Kevin Smith presents Snipd as an AI-powered tool that transforms podcasts into interactive learning environments. By allowing listeners to “snip” and summarize meaningful moments, Snipd turns passive listening into active knowledge management—bridging curiosity, memory, and technology in a way that reframes podcasts as living knowledge capsules rather than static media.AI transforming how we engage with information: The discussion highlights how AI enables entirely new modes of interaction—chatting directly with podcast episodes, asking follow-up questions, and contextualizing information across an author's full body of work. This evolution points toward a future where knowledge consumption becomes conversational and personalized rather than linear and one-size-fits-all.Vectorization and context windows matter: Kevin explains that Snipd currently avoids heavy use of vector databases, opting instead to feed entire episodes into large models. This choice enhances coherence and comprehension, reflecting how advances in context windows have reshaped how AI understands complex audio content.Machine learning's roots in finance shaped early AI thinking: Kevin's journey from quantitative finance to AI reveals how statistical modeling laid the groundwork for modern learning systems. While finance once relied on rigid, theory-based models, the machine learning paradigm replaced those priors with flexible, data-driven discovery—an essential philosophical shift in how intelligence is approached.The Bitter Lesson and the rise of compute: Together they unpack Richard Sutton's “bitter lesson”—the idea that methods leveraging computation and data inevitably surpass those built from human intuition. This insight serves as a compass for understanding why transformers, pretraining, and scaling have driven recent AI breakthroughs.Reinforcement learning and data scarcity define AI's next phase: Stewart links RLHF and the work of companies like Scale AI and Surge AI to the broader question of data limits. Kevin agrees that the next wave of AI will depend on reinforcement learning and simulated environments that generate new, high-quality data beyond what humans can label.The future hinges on AI, robotics, and energy: Kevin closes with a framework for the next decade: AI provides intelligence, robotics applies it to the physical world, and energy sustains it all. He warns that society must shift from fearing energy use to innovating in production—especially through nuclear and solar power—to meet the demands of an increasingly intelligent, interconnected world.
Episode Description: It's the holidays, and Max and Molly are ready for two weeks of cookie-eating and cocoa-sipping—until a mysterious package arrives down the chimney. When the gift leads them to a riddle-filled party at Problem Solver HQ – fun Math games turn into accusations including Max making a shocking claim – that a Mole might be among the Problem Solvers! Math Concepts: Multiplication for calculating time off from school; Probability and odds; Multiples of 3 and 4; Prime number identification; Reinforcement of number theory and divisibility rules.History/Geography Concepts: Ethical reasoning and logic in problem-solving; Historical references to “stooges” and wrongful accusation through time; Probability in games of chance and its real-world implications.
On episode one hundred and sixty of Holy Ghost Notes, Matt talks about attending pap's 100th birthday, and Tim gives some shotty marriage advice after celebrating 11 years of marriage with his wife. They proceed to talk about the importance of reinforcement when it comes to drumming (or just about anything in life). Matt shares some recent testimonials from his Double Bass Masterclass and encourages everyone to make it habit to encourage others. Then the guys switch gears and talk about selfishness vs. selflessness. Matt uses the example of equal time spent with family, and Tim adds his take on the freedom that accompanies selflessness and importance of having perspective.
What if consistency isn't about willpower but about design? In this special crossover episode, Angela flips seats and becomes the guest. Interviewed by Kevin Joseph from the Lekker Network, I unpack how small, deliberate system changes can unlock unstoppable performance in individuals, teams, and entire organizations. Angela shares her journey from health and neuroscience to behavioral science and leadership transformation, and the practical insights that help people stay on track long after motivation fades.
The most popular wrestling show in five galaxies is in danger of being shut down, unless the wrestlers jump into action to save it. Genre: Science Fiction, Fantasy Excerpt:"Sentient entities of the cosmos!" the announcer spoke, her voice booming through the arena that floated in free space. "Welcome…to GROWL! The audience cheered, waving their flags, waving their extremities, and shouting the names of their favored fighters. The announcer paused until they settled. "Our first contender on tonight's mind-blasting roster, is also our first human ever. Hailing from Earth, wielding the powers of biological science, I give you….Molecular!" What story or stories am I revisiting in this episode? Each Season 8 episode is a standalone story, but it's connected to or inspired by a previous story through a character, a place, an object, a concept, a continuation of events (ahem, sequel), and so on. This story has multiple influences, from a show I watched in childhood to a writing prompt to a previous episode featuring non-human arena battles,"Great Persidain" MY FIRST BOOK (yay)Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written? I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available from Amazon as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover. You can also get there from my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE The Store page also has sign-up forms for my two email newsletters: Storyfeather Gazette (if you'd like to keep up with the fiction I create) Fictioneer's Field Guide (if you'd like writing tips and guidance from me) Choose what you want. (Either way, you're choosing high jinks.) MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork? Please visit my Store page for info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE CREDITSStory: "Galactic Ring of Wrestling Ladies" Copyright © 2021 by Nila L. Patel Narration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production: Nila L. Patel Music: "Casual Arcade Track #2 (looped)" by ANDREW SITKOV (Intro & Outro) "Casual Arcade Track #3 (looped)" by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro) "Abstract Vision #5" by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro) Music by ANDREW SITKOV (MuzStation Game Music) "Casual Arcade Track #3 (looped)" "Casual Arcade Track #1 (looped)" "Casual Arcade Track #1 Version 2 (looped)" "Motivation (looped)" "Drive With Me (looped)" "Battle Theme 5" "Epic Drums" "Hidden Threat (looped)" "Reinforcement (looped)" "Prepare for Battle (looped)" "Two Sides (looped)" "Never Back Donw (looped)" "Heart of Warrior NEW (Lyric Part Version 1)" "The Superiority (looped)" Music by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Dark Fantasy Studio) "Under the mask" "Connecting dots" "Negociation" "Genetic Marker" "Doubts" "Particle voyager" All these tracks are part of a music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market. Music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev Market Sound effects from AudioJungle, GameDevMarket, and Soundly (through Hindenburg) Vocal effects created with Audacity Changes made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration. Find more music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov at gamedevmarket.net Find more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com Episode Art Description: Digital drawing. Five figures arrayed in flanking formation. At center is a human woman facing forward from waist up. She holds her hands before her, facing each other. A glowing ball of light is suspended between her fingers. Along the forearm part of her left armband, a lightning bolt glows. She wears color-blocked exercise clothes. A humanoid lizard sits to her right and behind, raising her right arm as if in greeting. She wears a scarf around her neck, and a breastplate displaying circuitry. To the lizard's right and behind is a giant seagull, wings outspread, head raised, and beak open, blasting out a ray of swirling circles. To the human woman's left, a toad springs up and out. To the toad's left and behind, a unicorn with a rainbow mane rears up, her horn blasting forth a ribbon of light. Watermark of "Storyfeather" appears along the edge of the seagull's wings. The rectangular image is made square with top and bottom borders with streaks of colors matching the rainbow hues of the main image.
Level up your MCAT Psych/Soc with the part 2 of masterclass on learning & conditioning, the way AAMC now tests it. Mike & Molly cover the exact strategies to read passages like CARS, not a terms quiz.What you'll learnClassical conditioning: US/UR, CS/CR, generalization, discrimination, extinction & spontaneous recoveryOperant conditioning: reinforcement vs punishment, positive vs negative (with real-life examples)Reinforcement schedules: fixed/variable × ratio/interval (why VR resists extinction)Observational learning: Bobo doll, mirror neurons, media effectsNon-associative learning: habituation, sensitization, dishabituation, desensitizationIf this helped, subscribe and catch next week's Data Interpretation Deep Dive.Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com!
In our last episode, Dr. Delaney Ruston introduced the One Small Change Challenge and the DARTS model (Doable, Arrange for success, Reasons, Treats, Support) as she coached two moms on creating strategies to reach their phone-related small change targets. This week, she talks with another mom, a certified parent coach who wants to stop using her phone before bed and keep it in her room overnight. You'll hear the specific strategies Lisa commits to. In the next episode, you'll find out how it worked out for her and for the other moms from the previous episode. Listeners are encouraged to take on their own One Small Change Challenge and let their kids in on what they're aiming to do and the strategies they're using, and, most importantly, to ask their kids for support. Change is not easy. If you're participating in the challenge, email Dr. Ruston at delaney@screenagersmovie.com and let her know how it's going. Additional Resources Boosting Bravery: Free Screenagers program for teens that includes DARTS. How to bring the Screenagers movies to your community Screenagers Website Time Code 00:00 Introduction to Parenting in the Screen Age 00:21 Recap of the One Small Change Challenge 00:39 Introducing Lisa and Her Phone Habit 01:59 Lisa's Struggle with Phone Use at Night 06:38 Implementing the DARTS Method 07:59 Setting Goals and Arranging for Success 11:39 Reinforcement and Support Strategies 17:56 Conclusion and Next Steps
Message From Susan Hey everyone, it's Susan, and you're about to hear one of my training tips and tidbits. These are quick, actionable strategies to help you and your dog in everyday life or for dog sport. Often our short videos with tips are created from your most popular segments of podcast episodes. So, let's dive in! Shaping Q&A: Non-Reward Markers, Reinforcement Strategies, And Making Training Work For Every Dog In this mini Shaping Q&A, I'm diving into your top questions about non-reward markers, reinforcement strategies, how to make training work for every dog, and more! You'll discover how to set your sessions up for success, keep motivation high, and make shaping easier and more enjoyable for both you and your dog. Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XOT8z4B81eg
Chip Huyen is a core developer on Nvidia's Nemo platform, a former AI researcher at Netflix, and taught machine learning at Stanford. She's a two-time founder and the author of two widely read books on AI, including AI Engineering, which has been the most-read book on the O'Reilly platform since its launch. Unlike many AI commentators, Chip has built multiple successful AI products and platforms and works directly with enterprises on their AI strategies, giving her unique visibility into what's actually happening inside companies building AI products.We discuss:1. What people think makes AI apps better vs. what actually makes AI apps better2. What pre-training vs. post-training is, and why fine-tuning should be your last resort3. How RLHF (reinforcement learning from human feedback) actually works4. Why data quality matters more than which vector database you choose5. Why high performers are seeing the most gains from AI coding tools6. Why most AI problems are actually UX issues—Brought to you by:Dscout—The UX platform to capture insights at every stage: from ideation to production: https://www.dscout.com/Justworks—The all-in-one HR solution for managing your small business with confidence: https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N9515.5688857LENNYSPODCAST/B33689522.423713855;dc_trk_aid=616485030;dc_trk_cid=237010502;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=$Persona—A global leader in digital identity verification: https://withpersona.com/lenny—Where to find Chip Huyen:• X: https://x.com/chipro• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chiphuyen/• Website: https://huyenchip.com/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Chip Huyen(04:28) Chip's viral LinkedIn post(07:05) Understanding AI training: pre-training vs. post-training(08:50) Language modeling explained(13:55) The importance of post-training(15:20) Reinforcement learning and human feedback(22:23) The importance of evals in AI development(31:55) Retrieval augmented generation (RAG) explained(38:50) Challenges in AI tool adoption(43:19) Challenges in measuring productivity(45:20) The three-bucket test(49:10) The future of engineering roles(55:31) ML Engineers vs. AI engineers(57:12) Looking forward: the impact of AI(01:05:48) Model capabilities vs. perceived performance(01:08:23) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• Chip's LinkedIn post on what actually improves AI apps: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/chiphuyen_aiapplications-aiengineering-activity-7358971409227792384-y0mf/• Prediction and Entropy of Printed English: https://www.princeton.edu/~wbialek/rome/refs/shannon_51.pdf• Why experts writing AI evals is creating the fastest-growing companies in history | Brendan Foody (CEO of Mercor): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/experts-writing-ai-evals-brendan-foody•Inside the expert network training every frontier AI model | Garrett Lord (Handshake CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/inside-handshake-garrett-lord• First interview with Scale AI's CEO: $14B Meta deal, what's working in enterprise AI, and what frontier labs are building next | Jason Droege: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/first-interview-with-scale-ais-ceo-jason-droege• Anthropic's CPO on what comes next | Mike Krieger (co-founder of Instagram): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/anthropics-cpo-heres-what-comes-next• Why AI evals are the hottest new skill for product builders | Hamel Husain & Shreya Shankar (creators of the #1 eval course): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/why-ai-evals-are-the-hottest-new-skill• The rise of Cursor: The $300M ARR AI tool that engineers can't stop using | Michael Truell (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-rise-of-cursor-michael-truell• Stanford webinar—How AI Is Changing Coding and Education, Andrew Ng & Mehran Sahami: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J91_npj0Nfw• He saved OpenAI, invented the “Like” button, and built Google Maps: Bret Taylor on the future of careers, coding, agents, and more: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/he-saved-openai-bret-taylor• Anthropic co-founder on quitting OpenAI, AGI predictions, $100M talent wars, 20% unemployment, and the nightmare scenarios keeping him up at night | Ben Mann: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/anthropic-co-founder-benjamin-mann• Lenny's vibe-coded app made on Lovable: https://gdoc-images-grab.lovable.app/• Story of Yanxi Palace: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8865016/• Steve Jobs's quote: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/427317-remembering-that-i-ll-be-dead-soon-is-the-most-important—Recommended books:• The Complete Sherlock Holmes: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Sherlock-Holmes-Volumes/dp/0553328255• AI Engineering: Building Applications with Foundation Models: https://www.amazon.com/AI-Engineering-Building-Applications-Foundation/dp/1098166302• The Selfish Gene: https://www.amazon.com/Selfish-Gene-Anniversary-Introduction/dp/0199291152• From Third World to First: The Singapore Story: 1965-2000: https://www.amazon.com/Third-World-First-Singapore-1965-2000/dp/0060197765—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. 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Visit us at shapedbydog.com If your puppy's potty training isn't going as planned and you're finding puddles where you least expect them, it might be time for a reset. In this episode, I share the 10 most common reasons why puppies have accidents in the house and what you can do to help. You'll discover how to recognize your puppy's “tells,” adjust routines, supervision, and expectations and bring clarity and confidence back to potty training for both you and your puppy. In this episode, you'll hear: • Why a “potty trained” puppy might still have accidents in the house. • How the H.O.T. Method helps set every puppy up for success. • How accidents could signal a possible health issue and how to rule them out. • Why some puppies avoid going outside in certain weather or on specific surfaces. • How setting realistic expectations helps both you and your puppy. • The connection between supervision, freedom, and potty training progress. • The difference between managing behavior and actually training it. • How to recognize your puppy's “tells” and teach them to communicate. • Examples of some of my own dog's “tells.” • Simple routines that make potty training consistent and reliable. • Why proper clean-up prevents repeat accidents. • How emotions or scolding can create confusion. • What might be reinforcing your puppy's indoor accidents. • How to use a positive interrupter to redirect accidents before they happen. • Why celebrating small wins builds lasting success. • How to see every accident as feedback and keep progress moving forward. Resources: 1. Podcast Episode 48: Potty Train Your Puppy in a Week (Easy 3 Step Process) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/48/ 2. Podcast Episode 250: Expectations Vs Reality: Navigating The Path To Dog Training Success - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/250/ 3. Podcast Episode 71: Pro Dog Trainer's Secret to Help Your Naughty Dog - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/71/ 4. Podcast Episode 166: Puppy Freedom: How Much Is Too Much? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/166/ 5. Podcast Episode 30: Why Dog Crates Are Not Dog Cages - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/30/ 6. YouTube Playlist: Target Training for Dogs with Susan Garrett - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy3ylCyQ2bJQSCwo_ERiVHj3&si=43hw1UJ7r7fV12Sf 7. Podcast Episode 275: How To Teach A Dog To Speak: From Parlor Trick To Working Dog Skill - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/275/ 8. Podcast Episode 115: Understanding Your Dog's Language - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/115/ 9. Podcast Episode 254: Why Your Older Puppy Or Dog Is Not House Trained And What To Do About It - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/254/ 10. Podcast Episode 140: Stop Your Puppy's Excited Peeing Or Submissive Urination - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/140/ 11. Podcast Episode 2: Reinforcement - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/2/ 12. Podcast Episode 158: Stop Your Dog's Unwanted Behaviors With This Positive Interrupter - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/158/ 13. Podcast Episode 228: Navigating Failure In Dog Training: What's Your Plan B? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/228/ 14. Podcast Episode 234: How To Stop Puppy Biting: Avoid Mistakes With Susan Garrett's Backup Plan - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/234/ 15. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/EQpRKDaq9mQ
Jason Droege is the CEO of Scale AI, a company that provides foundational training data to every major AI lab. He previously co-founded Scour with Travis Kalanick and built Uber Eats from idea to $20 billion in revenue. In this conversation, Jason shares lessons from getting sued for $250 billion, discovering restaurant economics by weighing sandwich ingredients, and over 25 years of launching transformative technology businesses.What you'll learn:What actually happened with Meta's $14 billion investment in Scale AIWhy AI models still need human experts to improve, and how that relationship is evolvingHow AI models learn from experts building websites and debugging codeThe business lessons from building Uber Eats from zero to $20 billionWhy most enterprise data is useless for AI models todayWhy urgent daily problems beat super-valuable occasional problems when building productsHow to think independently when building new products and businesses—Brought to you by:Merge—The fastest way to ship 220+ integrations: http://merge.dev/lennyFigma Make—A prompt-to-code tool for making ideas real: https://www.figma.com/lenny/Mercury—The art of simplified finances: https://mercury.com/—Transcript: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/first-interview-with-scale-ais-ceo-jason-droege—My biggest takeaways (for paid newsletter subscribers): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/i/174979621/my-biggest-takeaways-from-this-conversation—Where to find Jason Droege:• X: https://x.com/jdroege• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasondroege/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Jason Droege(06:01) Jason's early career and lessons learned(10:27) The current state of Scale AI(12:37) The shift to expert data labeling(17:02) Challenges and strategies in finding experts(18:48) Reinforcement learning and AI environments(28:18) The future of AI and human involvement(31:21) The role of evals(35:25) What AI models will look like in the next few years(41:43) Building Uber Eats and understanding customer needs(48:19) The importance of independent thinking(50:45) Setting high standards for new businesses(53:03) Exploring and selecting business ideas(57:07) The McDonald's story(01:00:13) The role of gross margins in business feasibility(01:04:49) Why Jason says, “Not losing is a precursor to winning”(01:09:12) Hiring and building teams(01:12:11) AI corner(01:14:47) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• Travis Kalanick on X: https://x.com/travisk• Scour: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scour_Inc.• Scale: https://scale.com/• Alexandr Wang on X: https://x.com/alexandr_wang• Why experts writing AI evals is creating the fastest-growing companies in history | Brendan Foody (CEO of Mercor): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/experts-writing-ai-evals-brendan-foody• Brendan Foody's post on X about knowledge work changing: https://x.com/BrendanFoody/status/1970163503702188048• MIT Finds 95% of GenAI Pilots Fail Because Companies Avoid Friction: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jasonsnyder/2025/08/26/mit-finds-95-of-genai-pilots-fail-because-companies-avoid-friction/• Uber Eats: https://www.ubereats.com/• Stephen Chau on X: https://x.com/thestephenchau• a16z Podcast: https://a16z.com/podcasts/a16z-podcast/• F1: The Movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16311594/• V03: https://v03ai.com/• Careers at Scale: https://scale.com/careers—Recommended books:• The Selfish Gene: https://www.amazon.com/Selfish-Gene-Anniversary-Introduction/dp/0199291152• The Road Less Traveled: A New Psychology of Love, Traditional Values, and Spiritual Growth: https://www.amazon.com/Road-Less-Traveled-Timeless-Traditional/dp/0743243153/• Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap . . . And Others Don't: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Great-Some-Companies-Others/dp/0066620996• Thinking, Fast and Slow: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Fast-Slow-Daniel-Kahneman/dp/0374533555/—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com
Message From Susan Hey everyone, it's Susan, and you're about to hear one of my training tips and tidbits. These are quick, actionable strategies to help you and your dog in everyday life or for dog sport. Often our short videos with tips are created from your most popular segments of podcast episodes. So, let's dive in! How To Use Everyday Reinforcement To Grow Lasting Skills I'm sharing my step by step plan on how to use everyday reinforcement to grow lasting skills, helping you open the door to brilliant behaviors, stronger focus, and a deeper connection with your dog. Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MIAwmx1450
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