Podcasts about Relevance

In this episode, Bryce Zabel and Chrissy Newton dive into Mirage Men, a provocative and unsettling exploration of how UFO mythology has been manipulated and, at times, manufactured by intelligence agencies. The discussion centers on the book's central thesis — that much of what we think we know about UFOs may have been deliberately seeded by government operatives to cover up classified projects or sow disinformation. Names like Richard Doty and Paul Bennewitz are examined as case studies in psychological operations, raising questions about just how much of the UFO lore is organic versus orchestrated. Weaponized Myth or Truth in Disguise? The episode unpacks the troubling implications for researchers and experiencers alike. The book suggests that belief in non-human intelligence may have been stoked as part of long-running counterintelligence campaigns, leaving a trail of confusion and paranoia in their wake. The conversation also explores how this manipulation might have impacted the broader UFO community — creating divisions, muddying waters, and casting long shadows over genuine phenomena. The hosts balance skepticism with open-mindedness, probing whether Mirage Men reveals deception, deeper truths, or perhaps both.  The Relevance for Today's Disclosure Landscape The episode closes by drawing sharp parallels between the events in Mirage Men and today's disclosure efforts. With recent whistleblower testimony and government acknowledgments, listeners are asked to consider: are we witnessing a long-delayed truth, or just the latest evolution of the same game of informational misdirection? The book, and this conversation, ultimately leave listeners with a haunting but essential question — who benefits from what we believe, and why? This episode is a must-listen for anyone trying to untangle the web of fact, fiction, and psychological warfare at the heart of the UFO narrative.

Season 7, Episode 1 — "Relevance Report 2025: Sports"As the 2025 Relevance Report launches, this debut episode brings together three leading voices in communication to reflect on how sports mirror the industry's biggest transformations — from AI and media disruption to purpose-driven storytelling.Guests:Jennifer Stephens-Acree — Founder & CEO, JSA PartnersKirk Stewart — USC Professor, Former Nike VP of Global CommunicationsMaryanne Lataif — SVP, Corporate Communications, AEGHost: Fred Cook, Director, USC Center for Public RelationsDiscussion BreakdownThe Rise of Women's Sports — 0:02Brand Sponsorship and Cultural Momentum — 3:00The “Bro Culture” and Camaraderie in Women's Leagues — 5:00College Athletics and NIL Impact — 8:30The Transfer Portal and Fan Loyalty — 10:30Technology and the Fan Experience — 17:20Immersive Storytelling in Live Events — 19:30Celebrity Athletes and Media Power — 22:20The Future of PR in Sports — 25:40Sports as the Great Unifier — 29:10Key Insights1. Women's Sports Are Leading a Cultural ShiftJennifer Stephens-Acree spotlights the boom in women's sports as both a cultural and commercial movement, where authenticity, storytelling, and activism have become the foundation for fan connection and brand relevance.2. College Athletics Is at a CrossroadsKirk Stewart critiques the financial and ethical complexities of college athletics, from billion-dollar NIL deals to constant roster turnover. His forecast: a new model resembling the NFL, with athletes eventually recognized as employees.3. Technology Is Reimagining the Fan ExperienceMaryanne Lataif reveals how AEG is revolutionizing live events with personalization tools, spatial audio, and real-time audience data, turning spectators into participants and deepening emotional connections to teams and artists.4. PR's Expanding Role in SportsThe panel agrees that communicators are now central to shaping sports narratives — from athlete storytelling to immersive digital fan engagement — as PR bridges data, creativity, and cultural relevance.5. Sports as a Unifying ForceIn an era of division, the guests identify sports as one of the last remaining shared spaces that bring people together, a reminder of PR's power to connect communities through emotion and experience. Production CreditsA production of the USC Annenberg Center for Public Relations at the University of Southern California.Host: Fred CookExecutive Producer: Ron AntonetteSeason 7 Producers: Joe Carreon and Anvi MahajanProduction: Camille Culbertson, Jack Gisler, Toma BattinoEditorial: Joey Cha, Ivan Feng, Natalie Lopez, Grace An, Emmy SnyderSocial Content: Angelina Tran, Hailey EvansGrowth: Van Luu, Shaan DhaliwalLinksFollow the USC Center for PR (@usccenterforpr) on Instagram and LinkedIn. Follow Fred Cook on LinkedIn. Find all our reports at annenberg.usc.edu/cpr.Download the 2025 Relevance Report at annenberg.usc.edu/relevance

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In today’s world, staying relevant isn’t optional—it’s the new currency of leadership. In this solo episode, Jen Garrett breaks down how high-performing executives maintain their edge in a constantly shifting landscape. Drawing on lessons from sports, business, and her own Fortune 50 and global consulting experience, Jen shares the mindset, strategies, and habits that keep leaders visible, valuable, and in motion. You’ll learn how to anticipate change, amplify your impact, and build momentum that lasts—because in the game of leadership, relevance isn’t achieved once, it’s earned every day. Episode Highlights:- [0:45] Jen introduces the episode's theme: mastering the "relevance revolution" and staying visible, valuable, and in demand in a fast-changing world.- [2:46] Jen explains the three dimensions of relevance: knowledge, presence, and connection, and gives actionable advice for each.- [10:41] Jen shares her personal experience with reinvention, emphasizing the importance of regularly auditing your brand and story.- [14:22] Jen issues the "Executive Edge Challenge," encouraging listeners to identify an area they've gone on autopilot and take concrete action to reengage. IT'S TIME TO SHOW UP WITH CONFIDENCE, MAKE AN IMPACT, AND MOVE THE BALL:

Megan Shields discusses the intricacies of Facebook advertising, particularly for podcast editors who want to help their clients expose their clients' shows to a larger audience. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the relevance of Facebook ads in today's digital landscape, debunks common myths, and outlines strategies for both client acquisition and podcast promotion. Megan explains the role of the Meta tracking pixel, how to set up effective ad campaigns, and also highlights the importance of collaboration between podcast editors and ad managers to maximize ROI and achieve business goals.TakeawaysFacebook ads remain relevant with 3 billion monthly usersAdvertising will always work if done correctlyThe Meta tracking pixel is essential for measuring ad successUnderstanding your cost per lead is vital for ad campaignsCollaboration between podcast editors and ad managers enhances resultsKey moments:(00:00) The Relevance of Facebook Ads Today(09:31) Understanding Facebook Ads Myths(11:26) Strategies for Client Acquisition vs. Podcast Promotion(18:09) The Role of Meta Tracking Pixel(24:30) Setting Up and Budgeting for Ads(27:36) Content Types for Effective Ads(30:25) Maximizing ROI Beyond "Just" Podcast Promotion(42:43) Key Metrics to Monitor for Ad SuccessAbout Megan Shields:Megan is, as her husband calls her, a snow-plow of progress. Starting her sales career at age 24, she hit the ground running and became the top 10% of producers in the nation within the first 2 years by using the power of social media. After realizing how sought after her social media strategies were in corporate America, she decided to start her own business and ChimeHouse Media was born. Alongside her husband they serve clients all over the world, helping them grow their businesses and expand their reach using the power of Facebook and Instagram Ads. Find Megan at ChimeHouseMedia.com______________________________Our Editor for this episode: Alejandro RamierzInterested in talking with Alejandro about editing your show? Find him on LinkedIn.______________________________Tools we used:*Riverside.fm to RECORD & SHOW NOTESWe used Riverside to record this episode and create the basis of the show notes, including a list of takeaways and chapters. We also used the video editing tools to create a video version for YouTube.*Captivate.fm for our podcast MEDIA HOSTWe use Captivate to host the podcast. Captivate offers amazing features for a low monthly price, including full control of dynamic insertion, embedded chapters, and Blocks/Shortcodes to quickly add content to show notes (either static or dynamically!)*Use of the above affiliate links may earn us a commission, which is used to support the efforts of this show. Thank you in advance for your support!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

SummaryIn this conversation, Dr. Jeffrey D. Skinner discusses the decline of the Attractional Church model and emphasizes the importance of relationships in fostering lasting faith. He argues that the church's focus should shift from performance and spectacle to authentic presence and meaningful connections. The discussion highlights the need for churches to prioritize formation over mere attendance, advocating for a return to the core mission of love and community. Skinner provides practical takeaways for church leaders to navigate this transition effectively.TakeawaysThe Attractional Church model is fading.Relationships are the strongest predictor of lasting faith.Positive experiences with the Christian community shape identity.Methods built on image erode authenticity and trust.People want to be known by the church, not impressed.The church's impact is based on how it leads, not what it produces.Relevance fades fast; relationship endures.Transformation happens in shared life, not in crowds.The church is a people we become, not a place we attend.The church that endures is the most authentic.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/echoes-through-eternity-with-dr-jeffery-skinner--5523198/support.Echoes Through Eternity Guiding church planters and pastors to plant seeds of prayer, holiness, and courage that outlast a lifetime. contact drjefferydskinner@protonmail.com

In this episode of the Gloria Chou PR Podcast, Gloria breaks down the biggest untapped opportunity for small business owners right now: using AI tools like Perplexity to get featured in media—and dominate AI search results—without hiring a PR agency.With traditional PR agencies charging thousands per month, Gloria shows founders a faster, more affordable path to visibility. She reveals how Perplexity is reshaping how product-based businesses land press, monitor trends, and pitch journalists with strategy and precision.The Golden Window for Small Business PRRight now, small businesses are in a once-in-a-decade window to leverage AI-powered search visibility. Gloria explains how AI-driven search recommendations are becoming the new SEO—and why being cited in media makes you 300% more likely to be found in AI search.By combining seasonal gift guide pitching with AI tools, founders can get featured faster than ever before.How to Use Perplexity to Get FeaturedPerplexity.ai isn't just a search engine—it's your new PR researcher. Gloria walks through her five-step system to use it effectively:Find Timely Angles – Plug in your brand name and URL to uncover trending topics and customer insights you can tie your story to.Research Competitors – See where similar brands are getting featured and adapt those media angles.Discover Gift Guide Opportunities – Identify seasonal and evergreen gift guides that are actively being written.Draft the Perfect Pitch – Use Gloria's CPR Method (Credibility, Point of View, Relevance) to write compelling, journalist-ready emails.Monitor Industry Conversations – Stay on top of real-time trends journalists are talking about—so you can be first to pitch.The AI-Powered PR WorkflowGloria also shares her favorite pairing: Perplexity for research + ChatGPT for writing. Perplexity gives you real-time insights and citations; ChatGPT turns those into polished, engaging pitches. This combo removes 90% of the time and stress founders usually spend on PR.Why the Time Is NowGift guide season, the rise of AI search, and the accessibility of free tools have created the perfect storm for small businesses. Gloria calls this the “Golden Triangle of Opportunity.”In her words:“It's like blogging in the early 2000s or joining TikTok before it exploded. This kind of advantage for small businesses has never happened before—and probably won't again for another decade.”Final TakeawayYou don't need a publicist, samples, or paid ads to get national press. What you do need is: ✅ Relevance ✅ Consistency ✅ StrategyIf you're ready to get your products featured in media and show up at the top of AI search, now's the time to start.

In this episode of Association Leadership Radio, Lee Kantor talks with Walt Pozgay, Chair of ATMAE. They discuss ATMAE's mission to accredit technology management and applied engineering programs, ensuring alignment with industry needs through advisory boards and continuous improvement. Walt highlights the growing recognition of applied engineering, the importance of industry-academic collaboration, and the value […]

Send us a textDying for Relevance, Zombie Members, Toxic Boards & Other Association NightmaresFrom members who vanish into thin air, to boards behaving monstrously, to the creeping dread of dying for relevance, this year's fright fest uncovers the real terrors haunting associations.

Green Left Radio played a recording of a talk by Mary Merkenich about the Relevance of Marxism on 3CR on October 24. Merkenich is from the Socialist Alliance. The original talk was on October 18. You can listen to the whole episode of Green Left Radio here. We acknowledge that this was produced on stolen Aboriginal land. We express solidarity with ongoing struggles for justice for First Nations people and pay our respects to Elders past and present. If you like our work, become a supporter: https://www.greenleft.org.au/support Support Green Left on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/greenleft Green Left online: https://www.greenleft.org.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenleftaction Twitter: https://twitter.com/greenleftonline YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/greenleftonline TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greenleftonline Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenleftonline/ Podbean: https://greenleftonline.podbean.com/ Telegram: https://t.me/greenleftonline Podcast also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Antennapod, Itunes and PodcastAddict.

Why should young adults go to church? In this episode of the Binmin Popscast, Dr. Bob Martin (“Pops”) unpacks the church relevance for young adults and why your presence matters more than you realize. The church isn't just a building it's God's design, His family, and His mission. Whether you've wondered if church is optional, struggled with church hurt, or felt disconnected, this episode will remind you why belonging to the body of Christ is vital for your spiritual growth. Discover the benefits of church for young adults, what really happens when believers gather, and how you can use your spiritual gifts to impact lives. If you've been away from church or have been attending passively, this is your call to step in, engage, and thrive.SUBSCRIBE to our channel / @binmin_org JOIN the NEWSLETTER at https://binmin.org/newsletter/SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift HERE - https://binmin.org/donate0:00 - INTRO0:50 - WHY CHURCH MATTERSThe Church is God's Idea1:45 - WHAT HAPPENS IN WORSHIP2:50 - HEALING FROM CHURCH HURT3:56 - BENEFITS OF BELONGING4:24 - CALL TO ACTIONJOIN the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH BINMIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Binmin.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Questions?: info@binmin.orgPODCAST RESOURCES: More from Binmin:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Binmin.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LEAVE A REVIEW on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Keep the narrative flow going! Subscribe now for ad-free listening, bonus content, and access to the entire catalog of 500 episodes. After Donald Trump was first elected in 2016, Hannah Arendt's The Origins of Totalitarianism became a surprise bestseller. Arendt, who died in 1975, became a sort of prophet for the liberal "Resistance" based on her insights into lying and politics and the origins of fascism. Today, as President Trump acts with increasing authoritarianism and corruption, Arendt is still frequently quoted, but she's not the star she once was on the American left. Why? Yale historian and law professor Samuel Moyn discusses the uses and abuses of Hannah Arendt, one of the twentieth century's towering philosophers. Further reading: You Have Misunderstood the Relevance of Hannah Arendt by Samuel Moyn, Prospect (2020) Men in Dark Times by Rebecca Panovka, Harper's (2021) Lying in Politics: Hannah Arendt on Deception, Self-Deception, and the Psychology of Defactualization by Maria Popova, The Marginalian Big Racket Man by Martin Jay for Verso Books (2023)

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“Presence is the new economy. It's the differentiator for leadership, parenting, and everything that truly matters.”In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession sits down with speaker and author Tommy Short about the power of presence in leadership, family, and faith.After a year without a phone, Tommy learned how silence, stillness, and meaningful connection can transform how we live and lead. He challenges the myth of productivity, discusses the toll of constant distraction, and uncover how true success starts with defining what truly matters.Tommy shares the lessons behind his upcoming book The Call I Almost Missed, revealing how one radical act of disconnection became a spiritual and emotional awakening. From navigating parenting without screens to finding God in the quiet, this conversation invites listeners to pause, reflect, and reclaim their attention in a world that never stops buzzing.In this episode, you'll learn:How stillness helps you reconnect with your purpose, relationships, and creativityHow vulnerability, not hustle, leads to sustainable successWhy “things that don't matter, don't matter” and how to discern what truly doesThings to listen for:(00:00) Intro(01:55) The impact of phone usage(08:22) A year without a phone(14:54) The revelation and spiritual journey(24:05) Reflecting on presence and small habits(25:29) The journey of writing a book(27:36) Defining success and taking action(30:52) The power of presence and depth(39:03) Anticipation and emotions of the book launchConnect with Tommy:Website: https://tommyshort.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommyshort86/ Connect with Rebecca:https://www.rebeccafleetwoodhession.com/

This episode features the second panel discussion of the day at Artemis London 2025, a session focused on the catastrophe bond market segment, from our fourth cat bond and insurance-linked securities (ILS) conference in the City of London, UK, held on September 2nd 2025. The panel, titled Catastrophe bonds: Sustaining momentum as relevance grows, was moderated by Tanja Wrosch, Executive Director, Cat Bond Portfolio Manager, Twelve Securis. She was joined by: Joe Tolen, Senior Investment Director, Credit Investment Group, Cambridge Associates; Gina Hardy, CEO, North Carolina Insurance Underwriting Association (NCIUA), North Carolina Joint Underwriting Association (NCJUA); Andre Rzym, Partner and Portfolio Manager, Man AHL; and Andy Palmer, Head ILS Structuring EMEA & APAC, Swiss Re Capital Markets. Our expert speakers discussed the growth of the market as well as potential challenges in sustaining that through different and increasingly competitive reinsurance market conditions. The need for efficient market processes was highlighted, as well as a desire to continue attracting and supporting new cat bond sponsors, including corporates and governments.  The panellists also recognised that cat bonds and other ILS can still be a difficult sell to investors, with education and transparency remaining critical, while communication with sponsors was also highlighted.  The discussion also covered the impact of ESMA's recommendations on UCITS asset eligibility and how this might affect the cat bond market over-time, as well as the potential for product innovations in the catastrophe bond space. Listen to this full podcast episode from our Artemis London 2025 conference to learn more about the state of play in the catastrophe bond marketplace.

Introducing Relevance + Momentum® — A Special Series of Burke's BeyondMeasure Podcast!Jeremy Cochran, PsyD and Kelsey Schmeckpeper share more on Burke's Brand Strength philosophy. They'll highlight a new dimention of the Relevance + Momentum® framework with biweekly episodes starting next week!Listen in for a sneak peak on what they will be sharing over the coming weeks — and stay tuned to dive into Affinity, Distinction, Presence, Vibrancy, and Advocacy with us!For more information on how you can leverage the Relevance + Momentum® framework to move your brand forward, visit Burke's ⁠⁠⁠Brand Strategy.Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to be notified of future episodes of Burke's ⁠⁠⁠⁠BeyondMeasure⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast.

Let's know what you liked and learnt! The 10 Permissions: From Stuck to Self-Directed in a Fluid WorldIn this thought-provoking conversation, author and change-maker Jillian Reilly joins Swami to explore her powerful framework — The 10 Permissions — a new rulebook for navigating today's fluid, unpredictable world. Together, we unpack what it means to upgrade our Adult Operating System, move from I am to I can, and replace fixed plans with curiosity-driven action. Jillian reveals how giving ourselves permission — to experiment, think small, go astray, and feel our way — transforms anxiety about change into agency and adaptability. From reimagining education and parenting to rebuilding culture at work, this episode is an invitation to stop waiting for approval and start designing a life that's responsive, alive, and truly self-directed.Order the Book: https://tenpermissions.com/Key Insights1️⃣ Permission Is the Bridge Between Intent and ActionReal change begins when we stop waiting for validation and give ourselves the authority to move.2️⃣ Update Your Adult Operating SystemBring unconscious “rules for living” into awareness — and rewrite them for today's fast-shifting realities.3️⃣ Experiment and Think SmallProgress now comes from micro-moves and low-stakes trials, not grand five-year plans.4️⃣ Feel Your Way ForwardWhole-body intelligence — instinct, emotion, and reflection — is becoming as critical as data and logic.5️⃣ Redefine Success as RelevanceIn a fluid, AI-driven world, sustained success depends on curiosity, continual reinvention, and embodied learning.———Timestamps00:00:00  Intro — Welcome and Context00:04:12  “We're Living Through the Great Unraveling.”00:08:10  “We're All Running on an Old Operating System.”00:14:11  “Shift from ‘I Am' to ‘I Can.'”00:18:57  “Permission Is the Bridge Between Intent and Action.”00:22:21  “You Can't Think Your Way to Growth.”00:30:25  “Take Small Bets. Learn Faster.”00:34:59  “Schools Are the Blackberry.”00:40:01  “You Are Your Best Security.”00:43:29  “Don't Raise Obedient Kids. Raise Capable Ones.”00:50:08  “Look for a Teacher, Not a Fight.”00:55:03  “Preorders Are Permission in Action.”00:57:14  “Success Will Be Measured by Relevance.”00:58:50  “Curiosity Is the New Career Plan.”01:00:34  “Don't Stifle Your Strongest Ideas.”01:02:15  “Permission-Givers Change the World.”01:06:07  “You Can't Think Your Way Into Being.”#The10Permissions, #AdultingRules, #FutureOfWork, #AdaptiveMindset, #PersonalGrowth, #WholeBodyIntelligence, #CuriosityDrivenLife, #ReinventYourself, #ThinkSmallLearnFast, #EmotionalIntelligence, #BeWilfulGoAstrayFeelYourWay, #ContraMindsPodcast, #JillianReillyThis episode was made possible by the great folks at https://www.goeffortless.ai

Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics.Presenters: Chloe DS, Stephanie Mierisch, Jacob Andrewartha.NewsreportsHeadline news discussion of the Carlton club mascot sacked after walking out of young fan's Bar Mitzvah because it raised funds for the IDF.Report on proposed cuts to community health services and actions that are being taken in response.Discussion of articles from the pages of Green LeftAnti-racist protests say gov't policies to blame for housing, cost-of-living crises United States: No Kings Day — ‘We are the majority' Interviews and DiscussionsAdam Bremner, member of No Sunbury Waste Incinerator, local teacher and unionist talks about the community campaign opposing the construction of a waste incinerator. You can listen to the individual interview here.Recording of a talk by Mary Merkenich from the Socialist Alliance Relevance of Marxism seminar on October 18 discussing the significance of Lenin for socialist politics today. You can listen to the individual speech here.

Middle schoolers are a different set of students, and it is important to consider how best to engage them in their learning. National Director, Naneka Brathwaite, joins this episode to unpack five key strategies to engage middle school students: make progress visible, fuel autonomy with real choice, keep content relevant to age, build discourse for critical thinking, and pace efficiently so every minute counts.Naneka explains how simple data talks, student-friendly progress trackers, and clear goals help learners name where they are and choose what to try next. From there, we dig into incorporating student choice by providing parallel paths to the same standard to support students deciding how they learn best. Relevance and discourse go hand in hand. Hear practical ways to pair developmentally appropriate texts with age-appropriate topics, reducing shame while raising curiosity. Naneka shares routines that move teachers from a "sage on the stage" to a facilitator of thinking: structured turn and talk, error analysis, and respectful disagreement that push ideas forward. In math and literacy alike, students learn to explain, question, and refine.Finally, we talk about pacing. Older learners can revisit foundations quickly, but not at the expense of understanding. Learn how to plan concrete-to-abstract progressions, use quick checks to steer instruction, and avoid whole-class reteaching by leveraging small groups and just-in-time supports. The payoff is fewer disruptions, more buy-in, and a room that feels both calm and energized.

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Dr. Andrew Wittman, former Marine, federal agent, and author of Inner Armor: Perpetual Resilience. Andrew shares actionable strategies for building emotional strength, rewiring habits, and creating resilient leadership teams.We cover how to “Think Like C.R.A.P.” (Clarity, Relevance, Accuracy, Precision), craft a powerful identity statement, and transform obstacles into growth opportunities. Whether you're a CEO, team leader, or individual seeking resilience, this conversation is packed with insights you can put into practice today.https://getwarriortough.com/podcast/ Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

U novoj epizodi Digitalk podcasta razgovaramo sa Nikolom Jovanovićem, izvršnim direktorom medijske agencije Havas Adriatic, o promenama koje oblikuju savremenu advertajzing industriju. Kroz dinamičan razgovor dotakli smo se transformacija koje se dešavaju na globalnom, regionalnom i lokalnom nivou – od automatizacije digitalnog oglašavanja, preko evolucije uloge agencija, do toga šta danas zapravo oglašivači očekuju. Poseban fokus stavili smo na važnost client servisa kao ključnog faktora u odnosima između agencija i klijenata, ali i na sve značajniju ulogu odgovornosti i transparentnosti kao nove valute poverenja u industriji. U završnici epizode Nikola deli svoja razmišljanja o budućnosti advertajzinga, novim trendovima i tome šta će odvajati uspešne agencije u godinama koje dolaze. Razgovor koji donosi vredan uvid iz perspektive nove generacije lidera koji danas aktivno predvode talas promena u industriji. Nikola Jovanović, Managing Director @ Havas Adriatic - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikolajovanoviic/ O čemu smo pričali: - Uvod i predstavljanje - Da li je marketing i dalje sexy? - Kontekst promene u advertising industriji: globalno i lokalno - Automatizacija – nova paradigma digitalnog oglašavanja - I dalje je presudan ljudski faktor - Client Service – najvažniji, a često zanemaren stub - Brand Safety - Budućnost agencija - Ovo nije kraj agencijskog biznisa, već njegovo novo poglavlje - Poruka za mlađe kolege Pratite Digitalk podkast za više tema iz digitalnog marketinga, advertajzinga i karijere u kreativnoj industriji: LN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digitalkrs FB: https://www.facebook.com/Digitalk.rs IG: https://www.instagram.com/digitalk.rs/ Posetite naš sajt i prijavite se na našu mailing listu - https://www.digitalk.rs Prijavite se na naš YouTube kanal: https://bit.ly/3uWtLES Veliku zahvalnost dugujemo kompanijama koje su prepoznale kvalitet onoga što radimo i odlučile da nas podrže i daju nam vetar u leđa: Partneri podkasta: - Raiffeisen banka - https://www.raiffeisenbank.rs/ Digitalne usluge Raiffeisen banke koje preporučujemo za mala i srednja preduzeća: https://bit.ly/43vwGYG - Kompanija NIS - https://www.nis.rs/ - Ananas - https://ananas.rs/ - kompanija Idea - https://online.idea.rs/ Prijatelj podkasta: - BiVits ACTIVA vitamini i minerali - https://bivits.com/kategorija/bivits-paketi/ Puno obaveza, stres, prekovremeni rad... zvuči poznato? E, za to imamo pravo rešenje. To su BiVits ACTIVA vitamini i minerali. Sa njima ćete lako uzeti zdravlje u svoje ruke i više od toga. Preporučujemo vam NO STRESS paket – kombinacija tri suplementa koja pomažu da se bolje naspavate, smanjite napetost i podignete energiju. Na BiVits sajtu možete pronaći kombinaciju koja je baš za vas, a uz poseban kod DIGITALK ostvarujete i 25% popusta! Uzmite zdravlje u svoje ruke – uz BiVits ACTIVA vitamine i minerale! - Izdavačka kuća Finesa - https://www.finesa.edu.rs/ U ovoj epizodi podelićemo dve knjige "'Agilnost na prvom mestu" izdavačke kuće Finesa onima koji budu najbrži i najkreativniji sa komentarima, a možete nam slobodno pisati i na info@digitalk.rs i direktno nam uputiti komentar, sugestiju ili primedbu. Takođe, svi oni koji na Finesinom websajtu poruče knjige i unesu promo kod digitalk dobiće 10% popusta na već snižene cene izdanja na sajtu: https://www.finesa.edu.rs/

Notes Luke 18:9-14 Joel 2:23-32 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 Takeaways The Pharisee's self-righteousness contrasts with the humility of the tax collector. Humility is essential in discussions of justice and righteousness. Justice and righteousness must be balanced with compassion and understanding. The parable challenges listeners to reflect on their own self-perception. The context of Jesus' parable is crucial for understanding its message. Joel's message of hope is relevant in times of despair. The Holy Spirit's outpouring is a transformative force for all. Paul's reflections in 2 Timothy highlight the importance of perseverance in faith. Legacy is built on the actions we take in our lives. The ongoing impact of our lives continues even after we are gone. Summary In this episode of the Pulpit Fiction Podcast, hosts Eric Fistler and Rob McCoy explore the themes of humility, justice, and the transformative power of faith through the lens of biblical texts. They discuss the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector from Luke 18, emphasizing the importance of humility in faith and the dangers of self-righteousness. The conversation then shifts to the prophetic message of Joel, highlighting the hope and renewal that comes from God's spirit. Finally, they reflect on Paul's farewell in 2 Timothy, considering the legacy of faith and the ongoing impact of our lives. Throughout the discussion, the hosts encourage listeners to engage with these themes in their own lives and communities. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Pulpit Fiction Podcast 02:23 Returning to Live Podcasting 05:19 Exploring the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector 21:42 The Prophetic Vision in Joel 23:23 Exploring the Versatility of Joel's Texts 25:48 The Context and Relevance of Joel's Prophecies 28:45 Despair and Hope in Current Events 31:32 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Times of Crisis 35:20 Paul's Last Words and Legacy 47:13 Continuing the Work Amidst Challenges

Jann Arden interviews WWE superstar Natalie "Nattie" Neidhart about her new memoir, 'The Last Hart Beating.' They discuss Natalie's journey through wrestling, her family legacy, personal struggles, and the challenges of writing a book. Natalie shares her experiences with imposter syndrome, the importance of resilience, and the impact of her family's history on her career. The conversation highlights themes of healing, vulnerability, and the pursuit of happiness in the face of adversity. Nattie Neidhart is a third-generation WWE Superstar who has wrestled at the highest level for nearly eighteen years. Her family, the Harts, built a wrestling dynasty spanning nearly eight decades. She is the first woman in the family to carry on the tradition and holds six world records. She and her husband TJ, along with their eight cats, reside in Tampa, Florida, where they train aspiring wrestlers in their private training facility, The Dungeon.   Grab the book: https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/The-Last-Hart-Beating/Nattie-Neidhart/9781668098547  This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/jann⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get 10% off your first month! NEW SEGMENT! #ASKJANN - want some life advice from Jann? Send in a story with a DM or on our website. Leave us a voicenote! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jannardenpod.com/voicemail/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get access to bonus content and more on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/JannArdenPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.jannardenpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/jannardenpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/jannardenpod Chapters (00:00) Family Dynamics and Personal Experiences (16:53) The Journey of Writing a Book (19:55) Overcoming Vulnerability and Imposter Syndrome (22:54) The Fight for Relevance in Wrestling (25:53) The Wrestling Dungeon and Family Legacy (28:53) Navigating Grief and Family Challenges (31:44) The Future of Wrestling and Personal Aspirations (34:47) The Power of Support Systems and Relationships (37:54) Reflections on Fame and Fan Connection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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What makes a podcast truly powerful — and worth your time? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick sits down with Ryan Estes, co-founder of Wildcast and Kitcaster, to unpack what separates a great podcast guest — and host — from the rest. Ryan's work connects CEOs, founders, and thought leaders to the right audiences through strategic podcast placement. His mission: to turn conversations into meaningful distribution. Ryan explains why founder-led marketing outperforms brand marketing — by as much as 80%. He reveals how showing up authentically on podcasts isn't just about exposure; it's about building credibility, creating demand, and sparking conversations that open doors to your ideal clients. Together, Peter and Ryan explore what makes a podcast worth appearing on. It's not about chasing the biggest show or the biggest name — it's about relevance. For many business leaders, the right niche podcast might be the only place where all their potential buyers are listening. Ryan walks through how to identify the right shows for your goals, the importance of energy and chemistry in a podcast conversation, and how to develop the skills — from delivery to lighting — that make you a guest worth remembering. They also discuss the “guest hygiene” problem: why so many smart leaders fail to prepare properly, neglect to promote their episodes, or treat podcasts like disposable media hits. Ryan argues that building a personal distribution network — your own voice, audience, and presence — is an investment that carries over to every project, every company, and every new venture. If you've been thinking about launching a podcast, or becoming a sought-after guest, this episode is your roadmap to doing it right — and doing it with purpose. Three Key Takeaways: • Founder-led marketing drives results. When leaders speak directly to audiences through podcasts, their message builds far more trust and engagement than traditional brand marketing. • Relevance beats reach. The best podcasts for business growth aren't always the biggest — they're the ones where your ideal buyers actually listen and engage. • Consistency builds credibility. Thought leaders who prepare well, promote their episodes, and keep showing up authentically develop a personal brand that outlasts any single company or project. If this conversation inspired you to think differently about using your voice and platform, take the next step by listening to our episode with Srinivas Rao. He dives deep into how creativity, curiosity, and personal expression fuel powerful thought leadership. Discover how to build an audience that connects with your ideas — not just your brand.   Listen here.

"There's a lesson in everything that we go through, whether it's good or bad, but the bad teaches us more than anything else."In this episode of the Business is Human podcast, host Rebecca Fleetwood Hession sits down with Lori Hodges, a veteran first responder, emergency manager, and author of Shaking in the Forest: Finding Light in the Darkness. Lori shares her incredible journey from a pivotal moment at a Grateful Dead concert to a 30-year career helping people navigate emergencies and disasters.Lori's perspective on leadership, trauma, and resilience is grounded in real-life experiences managing chaos and overcoming her own challenges. She and Rebecca discuss the importance of calm leadership, the transformative power of vulnerability, and how to find beauty in life's most difficult moments.In this episode, you'll learn:Why slowing down in high-stress situations leads to better outcomesHow to build a culture where leaders and teams look out for one anotherThe importance of finding lessons in both personal and professional challengesThings to listen for:(00:00) Intro  (01:18) Career roots and the Grateful Dead concert  (04:00) Choosing a path in emergency services  (06:21) Writing the book ‘Shaking in the Forest'(08:45) Lessons from emergency services: No running, no yelling  (10:17) Commanding presence and confidence  (14:26) Developing leadership skills  (18:20) Early mistakes and learning to stay calm  (20:34) Tools for slowing down and overcoming trauma  (27:13) Balancing productivity and self-care  (29:17) Finding beauty in chaos  (34:16) Building supportive leadership and team culture  (42:14) Chaos theory and future projects  Connect with Lori:Website: https://lorihodges.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-hodges-ma-ccp-pmp-319b2a18Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThrivingThroughChaos/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysticblue222Connect with Rebecca:https://www.rebeccafleetwoodhession.com/

The United Nations, like many establishment institutions, has eroded public confidence and trust over time.

What does it really take to stay “top of mind” with your clients, colleagues, and team members? In this episode ofDon't Waste the Chaos, I sit down with John Hall - Chief Strategist at Relevance.com, Co-Founder of Calendar.com, and bestselling author ofTop of Mind. Named EY Entrepreneur of the Year and recognized as one of the Business Journals' Top 100 Visionaries, John is a nationally recognized thought leader on trust, influence, and time management. Together we dive into:How entrepreneurship shaped John's perspective on pride, perseverance, and leadership.Why trust isn't a corporate “strategy” but a personal way of leading and living.The surprising daily practices that keep him focused on what matters most.Why culture experiments often flop - and what employees actually want to feel at work.How transparency builds credibility (and when it can backfire).John's take on burnout, balance, and what it really means to succeed without losing yourself. This episode isn't just about building business credibility - it's about becoming the kind of leader people want to follow. Resources & Links MentionedTop of Mind by John Hall https://amzn.to/3IIH3kYCalendar.com– AI-driven scheduling to make your time work smarterRelevance.com– John's work on digital strategy and influenceRho Nutrition (Kerri specifically loves the NAD+)www.rhonutrition.com/kerriroberts Work With KerriIf you're ready to build trust and a culture that energizes your people, explore:HR in a Box– Monthly training, tools, and templates to make HR easy for small business leaders →www.saltandlightadvisors.com/hrinaboxSpeaking, consulting, or fractional HR partnerships →saltandlightadvisors.com/contact Don't Waste the Chaos is about finding clarity in the middle of leadership challenges. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube to stay connected with weekly conversations that matter.Support the show

Send us a textEpisode #147: Too many finance teams are stuck formatting data while the decisions fly by. We tackle a smarter way to work: build capacity by aligning effort to strategy, automating the grind, and developing the skills that turn reports into results. Stephen McLean walks through a practical approach for FP&A and accounting leaders who want to shield their teams from noise, prioritize what matters, and partner with IT to unlock automation without a costly tech overhaul. The focus is simple—reduce friction, raise insight, and spend more time advising than assembling.We start with clarity: how to map every role and deliverable to a strategic objective, choose the leading indicators that actually drive action, and say no to work that doesn't move the needle. From there, we dig into process and systems—standardizing inputs, automating routine pulls and reconciliations, and using collaborative workspaces so knowledge isn't trapped in inboxes. Along the way, we challenge the culture of daily fire drills and offer a guardrail: route ad-hoc requests through a priority gate so the team's best hours aren't lost to random tasks.Finally, we talk people. Coaching time management, building stronger analysis and storytelling skills, and running short, focused development sprints can transform morale and output. A tighter partnership with IT helps you ship quick wins—scheduled queries, clean templates, and self-serve dashboards—that free analysts to interpret trends and shape choices. Expect clear takeaways you can apply this week: an audit of calendars and tasks, a skills plan that sticks, and an automation backlog that delivers measurable time back.Episode outline:Clarify priorities and align with strategic goals,Leverage tools and automation, andBuild capacity through development.Please connect with me on:1. Instagram: stephen.mclain2. Twitter: smclainiii3. Facebook: stephenmclainconsultant4. LinkedIn: stephenjmclainiiiFor more resources, please visit Finance Leader Academy:  financeleaderacademy.com.Support the show

Today, we welcome Beau Dromiack — an architect, author, educator, and national voice on reviving craft in design education and practice. Beau blends decades of mission-critical architecture with a passion for teaching what he calls ‘success empathy'—the soft skills and high-craft mindset needed to thrive in today's built environment. He leads a graduate design program at Arizona State University, mentors emerging professionals, and has just released his second book on the future of architecture and the Super-Architect.https://www.dromiackinvention.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/beau-dromiack-aia-dbia-ncarb-scup-310747124/https://a.co/d/5NSYyZXThe Call for CraftYou've said, “Craft is Care—Care is our Craft. Less craft means less humanity.” Why is reviving craft so critical to the future of architecture—especially in a world driven by speed and AI?The Super-ArchitectIn your new book, you define the “Super-Architect” through values, skills, and optimism. Walk us through those qualities—and how they help architects build resilience amid today's pressures and opportunities.Empathy and EducationYou teach “success empathy.” How do you cultivate those soft skills and a high-craft mindset with your ASU graduate students and emerging professionals?AI, Speed, and SustainabilityYour Roadmap for Resilience aims to protect craft and humanity while embracing tech. How can architects balance AI's efficiencies with imagination, creativity, and care?Relevance and ResponsibilityMany argue architecture faces a relevance crisis. How can architects reclaim influence in the built environment—and what role does optimism play?Beau, what's one piece of advice you'd give to both seasoned professionals and students on keeping imagination, empathy, and craft alive as design accelerates?Thanks to our sponsor, White Cloud Coffee—fueling creative conversations everywhere. Listeners, enjoy 10% off your first order at whitecloudcoffee.com.And before you go, don't forget to download your free e-book of Your World of Creativity when you visit mark-stinson.comCome back for our next episode, when we'll continue our round-the-world travels to talk with creatives about how they get inspired, how they organize ideas, and most of all, how they gain the confidence and connections to launch their work out into the world.

Why are so many young Americans tuning out? Host Philip Lindholm sits down with Anders Ibsen, a real estate professional, community leader, and former Tacoma City Councilmember, to explore one of the most urgent crises in American democracy: the political disengagement of young people. From the collapse of civic institutions to the fading promise of the American Dream, Ibsen draws on his years in public service to explain how disillusionment, economic strain, and digital distraction are reshaping an entire generation's relationship to democracy. Together, he and Philip examine how we can rekindle civic life and why the future depends on it.Early Leadership and Civic DutyAt just 25, Anders Ibsen became one of the youngest elected officials in Pierce County. He shares how a college internship at the State Capitol inspired his belief that young voices can lead and why waiting on the sidelines is not an option.The Generational Decline in Civic LifeCiting Robert Putnam's Bowling Alone, Ibsen explains how the erosion of social bonds from church membership to community clubs has left Americans bowling alone. Habits of engagement, he argues, are formed early, and without them, democracy weakens.Relevance, Not RebellionEfforts such as Rock the Vote tried to make politics look exciting but missed the point. What young people crave is not entertainment but relevance. They need to see that government decisions actually improve their lives.Broken Promises and the Betrayal of the American DreamFrom unaffordable housing to student debt, Ibsen argues that both young and older generations feel betrayed by a system that no longer delivers. The result is cynicism, survival mode living, and the erosion of civic trust.The Social Media TrapSocial media, Ibsen warns, is even worse than alcohol or drugs for its dopamine-driven manipulation of youth. He calls for regulating it as a controlled vice and reinvesting the proceeds into public health and civic education.Building Civic HabitsRe-engagement begins with institutions that listen. Ibsen describes Tacoma's participatory budgeting program as a model for giving residents real voice and real results, calling it 'the stuff of rebuilding trust.'Policy That Restores HopeAsked to name one national policy to re-energize young voters, Ibsen points to housing reform. Affordable housing, he says, is foundational because when people are in survival mode there is no bandwidth left for democracy.Reviving the American DreamDespite growing inequality, Ibsen insists that pragmatic, community-minded policymaking can make the dream of homeownership and civic stability real again if we listen, compromise, and act with empathy.Listen and Subscribe:Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-informed-citizenApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-informed-citizen/id1738680188Connect with Us:Website: https://theinformedcitizen.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drphiliplindholm/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drphiliplindholmYouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdscEVf-gjkiNh9YK-0yYiTZN7usLZ4CR

In this episode of Deep Dive, we explore the intricacies of evidence law, focusing on the federal rules of evidence 401, 402, and 403. We discuss the importance of these rules in shaping the factual universe considered by judges and juries, and how they serve as gatekeepers in litigation. The conversation delves into the balance between logical relevance and the potential for unfair prejudice, confusion, or waste of time, emphasizing the role of judges in maintaining fairness and efficiency in trials.Imagine standing in a courtroom, the air thick with anticipation as the fate of a case hangs in the balance. At the heart of this tension lies evidence law, the unsung hero of litigation. In our latest episode of Deep Dive, we unravel the complexities of the federal rules of evidence, focusing on rules 401, 402, and 403. These rules are the gatekeepers, shaping the factual universe that judges and juries consider.The Engine Room of Litigation: Evidence law is often described as the engine room of litigation. It dictates what the judge and jury can consider, making it a fundamental aspect of any legal proceeding. As we explore these rules, we discover their role in maintaining fairness and efficiency in trials. Rule 403, for instance, empowers judges to exclude evidence if its probative value is substantially outweighed by dangers like unfair prejudice.Balancing Logic and Fairness: The balance between logical relevance and potential prejudice is crucial. Judges must navigate this delicate balance to ensure that trials remain fair and focused. Understanding these foundational rules is key to mastering more complex topics like hearsay. As we delve deeper, we see how the federal rules of evidence provide a sophisticated framework to manage information and ensure fair trials.The Art of Evidence: Mastering evidence law involves more than just memorizing definitions. It's about grasping the strategy and system behind these rules. Probative value and materiality define logical relevance under Rule 401, while conditional relevance under Rule 104B requires a connecting fact for evidence admissibility. This art of evidence is about balancing truth-seeking with fairness, a skill that every legal professional must hone.As we conclude our exploration, we invite you to reflect on the role of evidence law in the pursuit of justice. These rules are not just legal formalities; they are the backbone of a fair and efficient legal system. Join us in our next episode as we continue to delve into the fascinating world of law. Subscribe now to stay updated on our latest insights and discussions.TakeawaysEvidence law is fundamental in litigation, shaping the factual universe for judges and juries.Federal rules 401, 402, and 403 are essential gatekeepers for evidence admissibility.Rule 403 allows judges to exclude evidence if its probative value is substantially outweighed by dangers like unfair prejudice.The balance between logical relevance and potential prejudice is crucial in trials.Judges play a key role in maintaining fairness and efficiency in the courtroom.Understanding the foundational rules helps in mastering complex topics like hearsay.The FRE provides a sophisticated framework to manage information and ensure fair trials.Probative value and materiality define logical relevance under Rule 401.Conditional relevance under Rule 104B requires a connecting fact for evidence admissibility.The art of evidence involves balancing truth-seeking with fairness.

Whether you’re a ‘new year new me’ aficionado, a 5-year planner, or get sweaty at the thought of setting goals, this episode is for you.

Jen Psaki shows House Speaker Mike Johnson's pattern of avoiding having to address any issues that might cast Donald Trump in a poor light by pretending they are "not in his lane," not relevant to his position in Congress and therefore he can't speak on them. But when asked about Bad Bunny performing at the Super Bowl, Johnson wasted no time leaving his lane to speak his mind.New reporting from the Wall Street Journal says that Donald Trump's social media post demanding that Attorney General Pam Bondi prosecute his political enemies was meant to be a private direct message. Former federal prosecutor Preet Bharara talks with Jen Psaki about the DOJ's case against former FBI Director James Comey and how Trump's sloppy posting will not only be used against him, but could turn up more improper communications in discovery.Jen Psaki exposes the facts that undermine a fake surveillance scandal that Republicans like Lindsey Graham, Josh Hawley, and Chuck Grassley are pretending to be outraged about so they can push a re-writing of the history of January 6 and what the subsequent investigation turned up.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Warding-off the dangers from literally all directions. In both the personal life, and in the life of the Jewish People

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“I looked around and thought, this is good. It is a beautiful day. I am healthy, I am happy. I am a child of God.”In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession reflects on the swirl of uncertainty in the world today, and why the answer isn't in endless scrolling or chasing headlines but in anchoring ourselves in truth, joy, and God's promises. Through personal stories and wisdom from three impactful books, she shows how our memory and imagination can either trap us in fear or unlock faith, contentment, and creativity.Rebecca invites listeners to reframe how they see their lives, their work, and their emotions. From spotting joy in everyday moments to shifting from rehearsing failures to celebrating successes, this episode is both grounding and freeing.In this episode, you'll learn:Why chasing clarity in the news or on social media often leaves us more unsettled, and how to redirect your attention to what truly mattersWays to build habits of joy, like creating a “success journal” or using reflection questions to rewire your mindsetHow to use prayer and imagination as tools for faith, not fearThings to listen for:(00:00) Intro(01:23) Spiritual awakening and social media(02:31) Navigating uncertainty with faith(03:57) Context and clarity in business(05:14) Embracing differences for unity(07:36) Book Recommendation: Living Fearless(09:41) Book Recommendation: Victorious Emotions(16:21) Book Recommendation: Living from the UnseenConnect with Rebecca:https://www.rebeccafleetwoodhession.com/

Meet Damario Solomon-Simmons, the leading reparations lawyer in the country. He led the Tulsa Race Massacre court battle that put reparations on the national radar. Damario gives advice and inspiration for creative change-making when the system is stacked against us. You'll be fired up and ready to go! SHOW NOTESGuest: Damario Solomon-Simmons Damario Solomon-Simmons has been a civil rights attorney for almost 20 years. He leads the Justice for Greenwood Foundation, and co-founded the MVP Foundation. Damario has been featured on CNN, The View, Good Morning America, ABC News, ESPN, The New York Times, and more. Some of Damario's projects for Tulsa: Tulsa Race Massacre Lawsuit – The brilliant and riveting legal complaint that launched the historic court battle for reparations stemming from the Massacre. Justice for Greenwood – Community-based Tulsa organization founded by Damario and fighting for justice and reparations for the Massacre.  Greenwood Is Still Burning – New award-winning documentary that exposes the events of the Massacre and the ongoing legacy of harms it caused. HIGHLIGHTS OF EPISODE[9:05] Damario's shock on learning of the Massacre[14:07] Thriving Greenwood community[17:27] The real catalysts of the Massacre [24:14] Major impacts of the lawsuit[27:08] Key goals of lawsuit[33:00] Reparatory justice in plain terms[40:01] Damario's motivations to fight for justice[49:00] Relevance of the Massacre todayContact Tony & AdamSubscribe

In this episode, Ruth and returning guest Jay Kim explore the intersection of technology and community within the church. They discuss the nuances of digital and in-person church experiences, the impact of the pandemic on church attendance and engagement, and the idea that “digital informs and analog transforms.” As always, they end by offering questions to ponder this week as it pertains to technology and community.   Questions to ponder this week:  What is the one barrier that keeps you from getting up and going and being with a church community? And then when you identify that barrier, is that barrier really worthwhile?   In our community, for our community, what is appropriate for digitized delivery, or technological delivery and what must be done in person to be effective?   We're back for Season 27, titled “Taming our Technologies: [Spiritual] Practices for a Digital Age.” This season we have a special co-host, pastor, author, and podcast host Jay Y. Kim! Jay will be joining Ruth all season long to explore the impact technology is having on our lives with God, our attention span, our parenting, our community, and our creativity. Jay and Ruth will wrestle with their own questions and wonderings about finding balance in using technology in good and helpful ways while also acknowledging its challenges. This season aims to be gracefully thought-provoking, practically helpful, and ultimately hopeful and encouraging.   Jay Kim serves as lead pastor at West Gate Church in the Silicon Valley of California. He's the author of several books including Analog Christian, Analog Church, and Listen, Listen, Speak. Jay also hosts the Digital Examen podcast and much of his work focuses on the intersection of the digital age and spiritual formation.  Mentioned in the episode: Analog Church by Jay Y. Kim   Music Credit: Kingdom Come by Aaron Niequist Tender Moment from Music in Solitude   We're launching our first video series! On October 13 Ways of Praying will be available for purchase! Through reflection, guided silence, and heartfelt teaching, Ruth Haley Barton encourages leaders to move beyond “the honeymoon phase” into deeper levels of intimacy with God. Each video guides you through a different kind of prayer practice, so you can discover the rhythms that resonate with your life and leadership. You can find out more and purchase Ways of Praying HERE.   Support the podcast! This season patrons will receive special bonus episodes that incorporate a spiritual practice to help balance out the technological woes discussed in each episode. Become a patron today by visiting our Patreon page!     The Transforming Center exists to create space for God to strengthen leaders and transform communities. You are invited to join our next Transforming Community:® A Two-year Spiritual Formation Experience for Leaders.  Delivered in nine quarterly retreats, this practice-based learning opportunity is grounded in the conviction that the best thing you bring to leadership is your own transforming self! Learn more and apply HERE.   *this post contains affiliate links

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In this episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter sit down with Megan Frank, SVP of Marketing and R&D at Mizkan, the 221-year-old, family-owned food company behind iconic brands like RAGÚ, Bertolli, Nakano, and the newly acquired Zing Zang.With a portfolio of legacy brands that have stood the test of time, Megan shares how she keeps them relevant to today's consumer while staying true to their roots. She discusses the importance of preserving core brand assets, creating a culture of empowerment, and leveraging frameworks like OGSM to connect long-term vision to short-term action.Megan also explains how her team drives speed and agility within a family-owned structure, how retail partnerships are managed through data-backed joint business planning, and why consolidating media and shopper marketing under one team has unlocked more seamless consumer journeys.Key takeaways:Legacy brands can move fast. Clear vision and accountability empower teams to act with speed across functions.Relevance requires evolution. Megan shares how timeless assets and modern activations work together to engage new consumers.Data drives accountability. A custom measurement model helps Mizkan shift retailer conversations toward results-based planning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Goals are for people who care about winning once. Systems are for people who care about winning repeatedly.” - James Clear In this episode of Take the Stage, Brad Bialy sits down with Keely Flood to uncover how staffing leaders can replace random acts of selling with systems that drive predictable, repeatable growth. About the Guest Keely Flood is the founder of The Systematic Recruiter and author of The Honest Salesperson newsletter. He helps boutique recruiting agencies build scalable revenue engines by installing repeatable sales systems, sharpening positioning, and coaching teams to execute with clarity and consistency. Key Takeaways Systems create repeatable success where goals alone cannot. Success is hidden in the boring basics. Relevance beats personalization in modern sales. Always be conversing, not just closing. Great firms win with playbooks, not luck. Timestamps [00:56] – Systems vs. goals: why James Clear was right [02:13] – Nick Saban and trusting the process [05:09] – Why most sales teams resist building systems [07:36] – What top staffing firms are doing differently [09:11] – The trap of shiny new tools vs. core processes [12:44] – Always be conversing: redefining ABC in sales [14:41] – Outworking 90% of competitors with persistence [16:45] – Shifting focus from closing to understanding [19:46] – Relevance over personalization in prospecting [21:21] – Can cold calling still win in 2025? [23:26] – Lessons staffing leaders can steal from sports [25:50] – Why success lives in the boring basics About the Host Brad Bialy is a trusted voice and highly sought-after speaker in the staffing and recruiting industry, known for helping firms grow through integrated marketing, sales, and recruiting strategies. With over 13 years at Haley Marketing and a proven track record guiding hundreds of firms, Brad brings deep expertise and a fresh, actionable perspective to every engagement. He's the host of Take the Stage and InSights, two of the staffing industry's leading podcasts with more than 200,000 downloads. Sponsors and Offers Heard Take the Stage is presented by Haley Marketing. The old way of selling staffing is dead. Let's fix it – with smarter strategies and HUGE DISCOUNTS on modern lead gen tools: https://bit.ly/Bialy20 Book a 30-minute business and marketing consultation with host, Brad Bialy: https://bit.ly/Bialy30 For 30 years, Benefits in a Card has delivered benefit plans designed specifically for the staffing industry—over 140 unique options with immediate coverage, unique perks like FreeRx, and solutions that reduce turnover while improving ACA compliance. Give your workforce benefits they'll actually use and give your staffing firm a competitive edge. Learn more at https://www.BenefitsInACard.com . #salesadvice #salestips #sales

Dr. Isaac Golden returns to share insights from his latest book Safe Immunization, Homeoprophylaxis and Vaccination: A 21st Century Solution. We talked about the rise of chronic illness in children, the hidden effects of vaccines that many parents don't recognize, and why he believes homeoprophylaxis offers a safe and effective alternative. Dr. Golden explained how studies support its use, the importance of parents making informed decisions without pressure, and how homeopathy has been applied in places like India during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also discussed his work with families seeking detox options for their children and how perceptions of health can often mask underlying issues. Episode Highlights: 05:06 - Reasons for writing new book on safe immunization 12:02 - Evidence for effectiveness of homeoprophylaxis 15:48 - Comparing chronic disease rates in vaccinated vs unvaccinated 20:24 - Relevance and timeliness of the new book 24:57 - Use of homeoprophylaxis in India during COV!D-19 29:37 - Genus epidemicus and homeoprophylaxis approaches 35:25 - Effectiveness of homeoprophylaxis remedies 38:52 - Criticism of "no jab, no pay" policies  41:44 - Dr. Golden's continued passion and vitality 44:55 - Detoxing apparently healthy children from vaccines 47:01 - Importance of rethinking health standards 54:06 - Overcoming skepticism about homeopathic immunization About my Guests: Dr. Isaac Golden, Ph.D., D.Hom., N.D., B.Ec.(Hon), has been a practicing homeopath since 1984 and is internationally recognized as a leading authority on homeoprophylaxis—the use of homeopathic medicines for disease prevention. After an early career in economics and taxation, he transitioned into natural medicine, where he has dedicated over four decades to clinical practice, research, and education. Dr. Golden served as President of the Victorian branch of the Australian Homoeopathic Association from 1992 to 1998, and in 1999 he was awarded the Association's Distinguished Service Award for his significant contributions to the profession in Australia. He has also been instrumental in homeopathic education, founding the Australasian College of Hahnemannian Homoeopathy and later the Homoeopathy International Online College, expanding access to quality training worldwide. A prolific author, Dr. Golden has written some of the most influential texts on homeopathy and homeoprophylaxis, including Vaccination & Homoeoprophylaxis? A Review of Risks and Alternatives, The Complete Practitioner's Manual of Homœoprophylaxis, and Vaccine Injured Children: A 21st Century Tragedy. His groundbreaking Ph.D. research at Swinburne University in 2004 was the first time a mainstream Australian university accepted a thesis on homeoprophylaxis, marking a historic step for the field. In his clinical practice, Dr. Golden specializes in chronic disease and the treatment of vaccine-injured children, particularly those on the autism spectrum. Currently, he continues his work as Deputy Chair and Research Advisor to the National Institute of Integrative Medicine's Ethics Committee, advancing integrative approaches to health and disease prevention. Find out more about Isaac Website: https://homstudy.au/ Email: homstudy@bigpond.com If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode. Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/ Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you'll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom                            

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Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Are you still thinking of AI as just “ChatGPT with a better prompt”? Or maybe you've played around with Zapier automations and thought, yeah, that's good enough. Today's featured guest knows that the agencies pulling ahead right now are building full-on AI agent networks that replace routine tasks, streamline data pipelines, and give their teams superpowers. She's re-engineering her agency around AI and will talk about where she finds top-tier talent and why you don't need to code to lead your agency into the future. Jennifer Bagley is the CEO and founder of CI Web Group, a fully virtual digital marketing agency registered in 22 U.S. states with clients across the United States and Canada. A former corporate operator turned entrepreneur, Jennifer started in real estate and mortgage brokerage before leaning into the marketing work she built to support those businesses. Today she runs a modern, tech-forward agency that's rebuilt its stack around AI, centralized data, and agentic networks, all while carrying the scars and lessons of scaling, pivoting, and re-founding a business from the ground up. In this episode, we'll discuss: Feeling trapped by the business. Hiring, firing, and the people reset AI, reskilling, and the end of “middle” roles What does this talent cost? Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources E2M Solutions: Today's episode of the Smart Agency Masterclass is sponsored by E2M Solutions, a web design, and development agency that has provided white-label services for the past 10 years to agencies all over the world. Check out e2msolutions.com/smartagency and get 10% off for the first three months of service. From Corporate Ladder to Accidental Agency Founder Jennifer came from an operations background, a self-proclaimed black belt in Six Sigma and certified project manager. Having built that corporate background, she had made a promise to herself (“by 30 I'll be an entrepreneur”), and started to build the side hustle that became the main event. She started in real estate and mortgage brokering where she had to learn marketing the hard way; not because she wanted to be a marketer, but because the survival of her businesses depended on it. Initially, Jennifer didn't set out to build a scalable agency; she built a team to support her broker network. When the market collapsed in 2008, the same team that did marketing for agents suddenly had a market outside real estate. That “we'll just help this painter or HVAC company” phase is where the web group was born: small, service-focused, and useful to people in her network. That accidental turn became a business by solving real, pressing problems for paying clients, then leaned into that. Trading Time for Freedom: The Hard Pivot For the first five years, Jennifer describes the business as a “lifestyle” operation, profitable maybe, but trapping her time. She was trading billable hours for income and was reaching her limit when she hired a coach that forced a reckoning: if entrepreneurship isn't buying you time, money, and freedom, what's the point? So she made the brutal choice of cutting consulting contracts and burning the bridge to the “safety” of hourly work, and effectively gave herself a mulligan. This is the classic founder pivot: you have to choose between growth that keeps you doing the work and growth that scales the business without you. Jennifer's reset wasn't pretty, for a while she lost everything and she and her son lived in an office for a while, but it bought her the permission to build something salable, not just sustainable. Agency owners who feel trapped in delivery need to remember that sometimes you have to give up short-term revenue to create long-term value. Feeling Trapped by the Agency and Becoming a CEO Those first five years, Jennifer continued to run a business that started as a supply chain consulting and eventually turned into a sales supply chain consulting. This change meant the business was now a good lead generator for the agency but it also meant Jennifer was essentially selling her image and her time. Until she ran out of time. Once she felt trapped by the business, Jennifer actually hired a business coach that helped her change the model from “selling Jennifer with marketing on the side” to an actual sustainable business. She had to go back to the basics and remember she, like every entrepreneur, started the business with the idea of having more time, money, and freedom. It took losing everything, but Jennifer knew she didn't want a lifestyle business, she wanted a sellable business. The antidote was delegation plus systems. If you want growth and a future exit, you need to own those CEO responsibilities and be comfortable with letting go of the day-to-day. Hiring, Firing, and Resetting the Team Jennifer's talent strategy has evolved with each stage of growth. Her early hires were the classic “friends, family, fools” bootstrap crew; later she invested in developers, content teams, project managers, and over time, more strategic hires like CFOs, chief of staff, BI teams, and AI engineers. Each five-year arc brought a new set of needs and a new level of sophistication in hiring. Now, she divides her time between promoting her agency's work in podcasts and content and thinking of ways to navigate her business in these volatile and exciting times. Her most recent addition to the team was a technology and transformation team that is revisiting all of the agency's processes, investments, and infrastructure. As a result, she has downsized her team from over 300 W2 employees and refocus the team. The takeaway for agency owners: be honest about whether your people are builders or maintainers, and hire accordingly. The workforce you need for growth is not the same as the workforce you need for stable operations. Building AI Agent Networks with Centralized Data Jennifer's agency shifted from WordPress to Webflow and built agentic networks: hundreds of AI agents that crawl competitors, do strategy homework, and automate tasks that humans used to do. More importantly, they rebuilt infrastructure into a hub-and-spoke model with a centralized min.io data layer and ETL pipelines feeding analytics and BI. Two big lessons here. One: invest in your tech stack deliberately so you're not a Frankenstein of five different platforms that don't talk to each other. Two: design your data architecture so your people (and your AI agents) have a single source of truth. That's how you get from fire-fighting in six dashboards to proactive, predictive signals that tell you when a client engagement needs attention. AI, Reskilling, and Shrinking Middle Roles Jennifer draws a hard line: the agency now tends to hire either very seasoned client-facing leaders or AI engineers; the middle is shrinking. With agentic networks giving junior staff “superpowers,” the agency can afford fewer mid-level “lever pullers.” At this level there's no room for slow execution or elementary work. That's a cultural and ethical challenge, both for hiring and for workforce development. For agency owners, this raises practical HR questions: do you reskill your people, or replace them? Jennifer suggests building agent-driven systems that augment humans, and being brutally honest about who can grow into that future. It's also a call to action for how we prepare the next generation: schools won't teach this; companies will need to. Playing with AI Platforms: Why Leaders Need to Just Know Enough to Be Dangerous Jennifer started like a lot of agency owners dipping into AI, playing around on tools like n8n, Make.com, Relevance, and Longchain. Her dev team laughed, calling her an “elementary school kid on a tricycle,” but here's the point: she didn't need to master the tech. She needed to know enough to point her team in the right direction. Instead of obsessing over code, she framed the problem differently: “Here's what I don't want a human doing anymore. Can you make that happen?” That mindset shift is key for agency owners. You don't need to be a full-stack AI engineer to lead an agency into the future; you just need to clearly define outcomes and invest in people who can deliver them. Find Real AI Talent in Unlikely Places This is where most agencies get stuck. You're not going to find your next AI architect on Upwork. Jennifer leaned on her network, starting with her cousin Chris, a hardcore developer who initially thought AI platforms were “rookie business.” Once Chris realized the power of agentic networks to scale his expertise, he became the backbone of CI Web Group's transformation. Now, she hunts talent in unconventional places: hackathons, LinkedIn, and especially YouTube. Forget the flashy “10x growth hack” videos — she looks for nerds with four views, geeking out about orchestrators and ETL pipelines. Those are the builders who care about solving real problems, not just building hype. Her tip: if you find one, reach out immediately. They don't want sales, they just want to build. Designing AI Agents Like an Agency Org Chart Jennifer compares AI agents to a company org chart. You don't hire one person to do everything, that's a recipe for burnout. Same thing with AI. Each agent should tightly focus on a single task, with checks, auditors, and orchestrators overseeing the system. The payoff was massive efficiency gains. Instead of six different platforms that don't talk, her agency built a centralized hub with min.io, ClickHouse, and AI layers on top. That's how you go from patchwork automation to true predictive intelligence. The Real Cost of AI Talent If you're wondering how much this all costs, the answer is… a lot. On the high end, seasoned AI engineers can run you a quarter million in salary. On the low end, Jennifer tests new hires on project-based sprints, maybe $6K for a 10-hour challenge. The point isn't to cut costs; it's to prove quickly who can deliver and who can't. Her recruiting process is brutal but effective: give candidates a project, a tight deadline, and see how they perform. If they stall, they're out. If they screen-share fast and solve problems live, they're in. No fluff, no endless interviews. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.