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A new report shows access to nearby nature in the U.S. is not equal and the gap is closely tied to race and income. Researchers say Indigenous communities are among those most affected. The Mountain West News Bureau's Kaleb Roedel has more. Communities of color are three times more likely than white communities to live in places with severe nature loss — fewer parks, fewer trees, more pollution. That is thanks in part to resource extraction and the rapid development of natural spaces. Researchers say that is significant for tribal areas, where land is closely tied to cultural traditions and food systems. Rena Payan with Justice Outside, which co-produced the report, says losing nearby nature isn't just about scenery. “Nature deprivation isn’t just about the aesthetics of who has access to ‘big nature.' It’s also about who has access to clean air and clean water.” The report also highlights Indigenous-led solutions. On the Navajo Nation, local groups are restoring native grasslands and wildlife habitat. In Alaska, Native organizations are protecting salmon streams and coastal ecosystems that support subsistence. Researchers say efforts grounded in Indigenous stewardship could help close what they call the nation's growing nature gap. Reliable high-speed internet is still out of reach for many tribal communities. A new report highlights ongoing barriers to broadband access in Indian Country. Daniel Spaulding has more. The report from the Urban Institute says many Indigenous communities lack reliable high-speed internet, especially in rural areas. Recent federal investments have helped expand broadband in some tribal communities, but gaps remain. Tomi Rajninger is a co-author of the report. “In certain parts of the country, especially in Indian Country and a lot of rural communities, folks have a lot less access to high speed broadband than other parts of the U.S.” The Urban Institute's Gabe Samuels says geography is one of the biggest challenges. “Because of the historic way where a lot of tribes are relocated, they’re often located in maybe more remote rural areas that are physically harder to access, it’s just kind of compounds the challenge to accessing.” Rajninger and Samuels both say allowing tribes to manage their own broadband infrastructure will be key to improving access. American bison inside a pen at Genesee Park near Golden, Colo. on March 6, 2026. (Courtesy Denver Parks and Recreation) American bison are a symbol of the West that might have vanished from this landscape entirely, if not for conservation efforts. As KJZZ's Gabriel Pietrorazio reports, the city of Denver donates bison from a long-established herd to tribes and nonprofits each year. Snow powdered the 34 bison inside a pen while tribes blessed them. Eleven went to the Navajo Nation. The rest were sent to the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, a Lakota nonprofit, Buffalo First, in South Dakota, and the Denver-based Tall Bull Memorial Council. This keystone species once roamed the Great Plains, but faced the brink of extinction. In 1908, the Denver Zoo had only 18 animals left in captivity, but they would help form a herd near Golden, Colo. The city has transferred more than 170 buffalo into tribal hands. (Courtesy Six Nations Iroquois Cultural Center) In New York state, more than 900 acres of land is returning to Indigenous care. The Six Nations Iroquois Cultural Center, Paul Smith's College, the Nature Conservancy, and the Adirondack Land Trust joined in the land-back partnership. The Nature Conservancy purchased 600 acres of land for $1.1 million from the college and transferred ownership to the Six Nations Iroquois Cultural Center. The cultural center will privately own and steward the land. The land trust has already transferred 300 acres of adjoining land to the cultural center. Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out today’s Native America Calling episode Thursday, March 12, 2026 – Confronting a past of forced sterilization

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It's rare for the U.S. to have a capable ally, but Israel is just that.   While the so-called big powers of NATO don't have the air capability or the will to cooperate with its allies, Israel does, explains Victor Davis Hanson on today's episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In a Few Words.”   “We have a very strong ally in Israel.  We have some unreliable allies in our formal alliance. We should remember that before we start making accusations that the Jews or the Israelis are pulling the strings of American diplomacy and military decision making.”

It's rare for the U.S. to have a capable ally, but Israel is just that. While the so-called big powers of NATO don't have the air capability or the will to cooperate with its allies, Israel does, explains Victor Davis Hanson on today's episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In a Few Words.” “We have a […]

Nonprofit leaders often overlook website maintenance, security, and speed. Yet, a nonprofit website is critical infrastructure for fundraising, donor trust, and search visibility. In the early days of the internet, a nonprofit's website was little more than a digital brochure: a static page listing a mission statement, a mailing address, and perhaps a grainy logo. Today, that same website is the organization's front door, donation engine, volunteer recruiter, grant validator, and public trust ledger all at once. For nonprofit leaders, the shift has been profound. A slow or insecure website is no longer an inconvenience. It is an operational risk. On a recent episode of the Nonprofit MBA Podcast, Stephen Halasnik from Financing Solutions sat down with Garrett Goldman, co-founder and CEO of StateWP, to explore what nonprofit executives need to understand about website security, performance, and governance in 2026. The conversation revealed a critical truth: nonprofits must stop treating their websites as one-time design projects and start treating them as mission-critical infrastructure.

Chris Schultz joins the Restaurant Unstoppable Network for a live Q+A on April 6th, 2026 at 11AM EST. To join us and engage with all our guests and events, go to restaurantunstoppable.com/live -OR- to just catch today's guest, head over to restaurantunstoppable.com/cwe and we will get you a link to join that specific event for FREE! Chris Schultz is the CEO of Velvet Taco, a fast-casual taco brand known for its globally inspired, chef-driven tacos and cult-favorite Weekly Taco Feature program. He brings more than 30 years of restaurant leadership experience to the role and is focused on leading Velvet Taco through its next phase of domestic and international growth while protecting the brand's bold, creative, and unapologetically original culture. Before joining Velvet Taco, Chris served as CEO of Voodoo Doughnut, where he helped guide the brand into new markets and strengthen its cult following. Prior to that, he spent nine years as senior vice president of operations at MOD Pizza, helping grow the concept from a single shop to more than 350 locations across the U.S. He began his restaurant career with a 13-year run at Starbucks, working in operations and development during a period of rapid national and global expansion. Today, Chris is leveraging that Starbucks, MOD Pizza, and Voodoo Doughnut playbook to scale Velvet Taco's 50-plus restaurants across eight states and into new markets, including its first international location in London, all while doubling down on innovation, guest experience, and a highly distinctive brand identity. Join RULibrary: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/RULibrary Join RULive: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/live Set Up your RUEvolve 1:1: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/evolve Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/restaurantunstoppable Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://www.restaurantunstoppable.com/ Today's sponsors: - Restaurant Technologies — the leader in automated cooking oil management. Their Total Oil Management solution is an end-to-end closed loop automated system that delivers, monitors, filters, collects, and recycles your cooking oil eliminating one of the dirtiest jobs in the kitchen.. Automate your oil and elevate your kitchen by visiting rti-inc.com or call 888-779-5314 to get started! - Cerboni - Cerboni is an all-in-one financial solution for restaurants. Reliable tax preparation & Business incorporation. Seamless Payroll and compliance report. Strategic CFO Services That Drive Business Growth. Detailed, custom reporting for complete financial clarity. Dedicated support for restaurants & Multi-location businesses. End-to-end financial management under one roof. Call (281) 888-2413 and mention Restaurant Unstoppable to get 20% off your first month of service. - US Foods®. Running a restaurant takes MORE than great food—it takes reliable deliveries, quality products, and smart tools. US Foods® helps you make it. Ready to level up?  Visit: usfoods.com/expectmore. - Guest contact info:  Email: chris.schultz@velvettaco.com Thanks for listening! Rate the podcast, subscribe, and share! 

Fresh off the absolute victory for the Greens in Gorton and Denton, Ed Balls and George Osborne debate whether the betting markets - which accurately predicted the results - are reliable forecasters in elections in this week's EMQs. George ponders if, unlike official polling, it might be possible to influence the odds in your favour? Fellow ex-MP Gyles Brandreth asks the brutally honest question: did their careers peak when they were politicians? Despite all their success in podcasting and elsewhere, was being in government the best days of their lives? The pair debate the idea which ends up causing them to reminisce about Michael Gove's dog and a chicken named Gordon.Finally, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire David Skaith asks the best way a mayor can promote growth in their region, particularly one as rural as his. After offering David some useful ideas, the pair wander down a Wuthering Heights tangent and Ed gifts listeners with his slightly dubious Kate Bush impression. David also asks Ed for some personal advice on being a public figure with a stammer. We love hearing from you, so please don't forget to send all your EMQs to questions@politicalcurrency and make sure to include a voice note of your question.This podcast is sponsored by Chip. Join 400,000 customers building long term wealth. Also Chip have agreed that just for our listeners, for your first £10,000 deposited into Chip before midnight 20 March 2026, they'll give you a Fortnum & Mason hamper after holding it for 90 days - just head to getchip.uk/politicalcurrency.T&Cs apply, you must be a new Chip customer, over 18, a UK tax resident, and it's app only. Chip is a trading name of Chip Financial Limited. Savings products are provided by Clearbank and are protected up to the FSCS limit. When investing, your capital is at risk.Thanks for listening. To get episodes early and ad- free join Political Currency Gold or our Kitchen Cabinet. If you want even more perks including our exclusive newsletter, join our Kitchen Cabinet today:

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Help stop MZ120 (SB1599) today! Follow these instructions and try to get signatures that will help the lawsuits to stop moving the date of Kotax's gas tax increase:  We have a March 12th deadline, please follow the instructions to submit your argument.=================================To submit an argument against Measure 120 (No Gas Tax), please follow the steps below: 1) Create ORESTAR account OregonVotes.gov 2) Click on ORESTAR Login or Sign Up (near the bottom)3) On left side, Click on Sign Up Now4) Fill out the required profile information (your name, contact details, etc.). 5) Your Selected Applications: ORESTAR (Elections Reporting) Look for this under the  "Additional Applications" section Submit6) Next page just click Submit7)  Yea, you are now registered Click on the ORESTAR link8) Now you are in the Private Workshop. Click on Submit New Filling - Click on Files Voters Pamphlet Statement/Argument Select Measure Argument and  Petition Filing FILE VOTER'S PAMPHLET (9) STATEMENT/ARGUMENT Choose Measure Argument & Petition FilingFill-in Measure as 120 and click on Argument.against. Then click on NEXT at top of page.10) Write an argument and Choose SUBMIT FILING when done.Please note typically you need to have 500 signatures to put this in the voter's pamphlet. We are requesting you file it anyway as there just isn't time to get the signatures to back these arguments. Let's flood the Secretary of State with our arguments. Cloward and Piven! You can find lots of arguments on the Testimony presented on HB 3991https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025S1/Measures/Testimony/HB3991 NBC poll shows that ICE is more popular than the Democrats: https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2026/03/09/why-this-nbc-poll-on-dems-and-ice-is-flat-out-hilarious-n2672503   Trump follows through and isn't TACO: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/03/trumps-iran-taco-gambit-feint-move-win/ 

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From a hotel breakfast room in Michigan, Jeff Risdon set a practical free agency roadmap for the Detroit Lions on Sunday. The legal tampering period opens Monday. Signings start Wednesday. Expect targeted moves over splashy pursuits. Free Agency, Not a Spending Spree Big-ticket names sit out there. Hendrickson was the example. Tyler Lindenbaum at center came up too. Both would be great. Both feel unlikely. A bidding war does not fit the Lions plan. The focus is cost, fit, and familiarity. Scheme matters. Character matters. Past connections to Lions coaches and staff matter. That is the lane. Smart contracts for players who match what the Detroit Lions do, not headline chases. The door is open to being surprised, but the expectation is restraint. Quarterback Room: Keep It Steady The quarterback spot is simple. The team is built around Jared Goff. Kyle Allen as a solid No. 2 works. Bring him back and keep the operation clean. If Allen returns, there is no need to add another veteran. Detroit can still bring in a project as a No. 3. Think a UFL quarterback or an undrafted rookie. Even a low-cost trade for a developmental arm was mentioned. Sam Howell was floated for a laugh more than football reasons. Status quo at quarterback is fine. Backfield Help and a Budget WR4 Running back is a need. The question is investment level at RB2 now that David Montgomery is gone. Detroit wants a complement to Jamir Gibbs. Eight to twelve touches per game. Reliable hands. Good pass protection. A runner who hits the crease without delay. Wilson was the top name on the realistic board. A sturdy between-the-tackles runner with dependable receiving. He has been a second option before and can be that again next to Gibbs. Later in the market, an Isaiah Pacheco type fits too. Downhill. Short-yardage strength. Willing in pass protection. A past knee injury was noted, but the style matches what the Lions can afford if they avoid high prices. At wide receiver, the top three are set, with Saint Jr. and Teslaa among the group. They will command most of the targets. Kalif Raymond can return as the kick returner on a short deal. Another team might view him as a WR3, so price matters. Detroit should not pay a premium for WR4. A ring-chasing veteran could still make sense. DeAndre Hopkins fits if the number is small. Think a one-year, 3.5 million dollar deal with incentives. Strong hands. Savvy routes. Willing blocker. He knows he is not the feature. It is not a priority, and the money may play better elsewhere, especially with internal options like Dominic Lovett coming. But if the price is right, it helps the room. #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #legaltamperingperiod #hendrickson #tylerlindenbaum #jaredgoff #kyleallen #uflquarterback #undraftedrookie #rb2complement #jamirgibbs #davidmontgomerydeparture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jo Irizarry and Skeeter Miller join the Restaurant Unstoppable Network for a live Q+A on March 23rd, 2026 at 11AM EST. To join us and engage with all our guests and events, go to restaurantunstoppable.com/live -OR- to just catch today's guest, head over to restaurantunstoppable.com/cwe and we will get you a link to join that specific event for FREE! Jo Irizarry is an investor and mentor in the modern Texas barbecue scene, best known for backing nationally acclaimed concepts like Barbs-B-Q and butcher shop and restaurant Thorn & Bred. As an early believer in Barbs-B-Q, Jo helped support pitmaster Chuck Charnichart and the team as they transformed a bold, pop-culture-infused vision for barbecue into one of the most talked‑about restaurants in Texas, earning national accolades and a James Beard nomination along the way. At Thorn & Bred, Jo brings that same mix of business savvy and heart for hospitality to a new generation of chefs and makers, focusing on spaces that celebrate community, creativity, and the evolving story of Texas food. Join RULibrary: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/RULibrary Join RULive: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/live Set Up your RUEvolve 1:1: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/evolve Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/restaurantunstoppable Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://www.restaurantunstoppable.com/ Today's sponsors: - Restaurant Technologies — the leader in automated cooking oil management. Their Total Oil Management solution is an end-to-end closed loop automated system that delivers, monitors, filters, collects, and recycles your cooking oil eliminating one of the dirtiest jobs in the kitchen.. Automate your oil and elevate your kitchen by visiting rti-inc.com or call 888-779-5314 to get started! - Cerboni - Cerboni is an all-in-one financial solution for restaurants. Reliable tax preparation & Business incorporation. Seamless Payroll and compliance report. Strategic CFO Services That Drive Business Growth. Detailed, custom reporting for complete financial clarity. Dedicated support for restaurants & Multi-location businesses. End-to-end financial management under one roof. Call (281) 888-2413 and mention Restaurant Unstoppable to get 20% off your first month of service. - US Foods®. Running a restaurant takes MORE than great food—it takes reliable deliveries, quality products, and smart tools. US Foods® helps you make it. Ready to level up? Visit: usfoods.com/expectmore. - Guest contact info:  Instagram: @therealjoirizarry Thanks for listening! Rate the podcast, subscribe, and share! 

Big SUVs don't have to drive like buses. We put the 2025 Ford Expedition King Ranch through a real week of miles and came away surprised by the steering precision, quiet ride, and how easily the cabin tech fades into the background so you can actually enjoy the drive. From the panoramic roof and bronze 22-inch wheels to a 24-inch driver display and 13.2-inch touchscreen, this full-size three-row blends comfort with capability, towing up to 9,600 pounds while returning honest, real-world fuel economy.We break down what matters for buyers: how BlueCruise and Co-Pilot360 2.0 help on long stints, how the B&O Unleashed 22-speaker audio fills the cabin, and why the second-row captain's chairs and power-folding third row make life easier for families. Then we talk money and matchups. The Expedition's pricing strategy ranges from a value-forward Active trim to the fully loaded King Ranch tested here, so cross-shopping the Chevy Tahoe, Nissan Armada, and Toyota Sequoia is essential. We explain who wins on base price, where hybrids shift the math, and why the Expedition's driving dynamics could be the tiebreaker.Durability fans get a deep dive into longevity. We outline why Toyota and Lexus dominate 250,000-mile lists, how Honda's practical engineering earns consistent high-mile results, and where Chevrolet proves its mettle with Suburban and Silverado. We also call out the pain points that keep RAM and Jeep from climbing the charts and explore why Tesla's older models struggle in used reliability rankings even as newer ones improve.To round out the enthusiast calendar, we map five standout concours events—from The Amelia and Greenwich to Cincinnati, Pebble Beach, and Ironstone—so you can plan your year around the cars that made history. Finally we look at the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross, one of those SUVs that just makes sense. It's compact enough for tight parking spots but roomy enough for groceries, road trips, or the daily commute. The hybrid option boosts fuel economy, the ride is smooth and quiet, and the tech is easy to use. It's practical, affordable, and ready for everyday life without drama. If you love smart car shopping, long-haul ownership tips, and a little dream-garage inspiration, you're in the right place. Hit folBe sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12nCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at info@inwheeltime.com

When a doctor hands your child a diagnosis, it can be a relief - finally, an explanation for their behavior! But sociologist Dr. Allan Horwitz has spent decades studying how psychiatric diagnoses are made, and what he's found raises serious questions about how much weight that label should carry. In this episode, Dr. Horwitz walks through how the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) - the manual that defines every mental health diagnosis - was built less on scientific research than on professional politics, institutional pressure, and the practical needs of insurance companies.  He traces how depression went from a diagnosis given to a small fraction of the population to one of the most common diagnoses in the world, and explains exactly what happened to reliability when the DSM-5 was tested in real clinical conditions.  He also looks at how the same behaviors get labeled very differently depending on a child's age, race, class, and cultural background - and why that matters for every parent trying to figure out whether a diagnosis is actually helping their child. This episode won't tell you to reject diagnosis outright. But it will give you the critical knowledge to ask better questions when a label is offered for your child. Questions This Episode Will Answer What is the DSM and why does it matter for my child?  The DSM is the manual psychiatrists and psychologists use to diagnose every mental health condition. It determines what insurance will cover, what services your child can access, and what label follows them through school and into treatment. Who created the DSM and who controls it?  The American Psychiatric Association publishes the DSM, but its diagnostic criteria were largely shaped by a small group of people - predominantly white men with ties to pharmaceutical companies - whose process looked more like sausage-making than science. Why is DSM-5 criticized by researchers?  Field trials for DSM-5 showed reliability had actually declined from earlier editions. For some of the most common diagnoses, including major depression and generalized anxiety, agreement between clinicians was barely better than chance. Is a psychiatric diagnosis actually reliable?  Reliability means two different clinicians would give the same patient the same diagnosis. Research on the DSM-5 shows this is far less consistent than most parents assume - and a reliable diagnosis still isn't necessarily a correct one. Are children being overdiagnosed with mental health conditions?  Research shows that the youngest children in a classroom are significantly more likely to receive a psychiatric diagnosis than their older classmates, especially for ADHD - suggesting that what's being measured is developmental maturity, not a mental disorder. Does the DSM apply equally to children from different cultural backgrounds?  The DSM was built on a Euro-centric framework, and critics argue it pathologizes behaviors that are normal or valued in many Global Majority cultures. This has real consequences for how children from different backgrounds get diagnosed and treated. Why do mental health diagnoses focus on the individual instead of their circumstances?  The DSM is deliberately designed to identify disorders within a person rather than look at the conditions around them. It makes sense that a person going through a relationship breakup might feel sad, angry, and/or uncertain about the future.  That doesn't mean they're ‘depressed.'  Dr. Horwitz explains what that choice costs - and who pays the most. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why diagnosis serves the psychiatric profession and the insurance system in ways that don't always help the person being diagnosedHow the shift from psychoanalysis to the DSM-3 in 1980 dramatically expanded who could be diagnosed with depression - and why that shift was driven by professional rivalry, not new scienceWhat reliability and validity actually mean in psychiatric diagnosis, and why the numbers from DSM-5 field trials alarmed even people inside the systemHow the people who built the DSM criteria handled disagreements - and why the process Dr. Horwitz describes is so different from what most parents imagineWhy a child's birthdate relative to their classmates can predict their likelihood of receiving a psychiatric diagnosisHow socioeconomic status shapes not just whether a child gets diagnosed, but when they take their medication and whyWhat the removal of the bereavement exclusion in DSM-5 tells us about the direction the system is headingWhy the same behaviors that get a child diagnosed with ADHD in the US might get that child's family into therapy in the UK insteadWhat Dr. Horwitz thinks would actually make a difference for children's mental health - and why the most effective interventions are rarely the ones being offered Your Triggers Aren't a Diagnosis. But They're Worth Understanding. This episode makes the case that the mental health system focuses on only what's happening inside a person instead of looking at the broader circumstances around them - mostly to sell us more drugs.  In reality, our struggles are a combination of the challenges we've experienced in the past (and how we've learned to handle them), and our situation today.  We have to see both pieces to make sense of where we've been, and learn new tools for what's happening now. When your child's behavior sends you into a reaction you regret later, a diagnosis or prescription may not help as much as understanding what's underneath that reaction and where it came from.  That's exactly what the Taming Your Triggers workshop is built to help you do. In 10 weeks, you'll learn why you react the way you do, how to meet your own needs so you have more capacity for your kids, and how to respond from your values instead of your history. Enrollment is only open for a couple more days, until midnight Pacific on Wednesday, March 4. Click the banner to learn more Jump to highlights: 02:14 Introduction to today's episode 03:44 Why do we diagnose mental illness, and whose interests does the diagnostic system serve? Dr. Allan Horwitz explains that diagnoses maintain psychiatry's legitimacy and prestige as a medical profession, regardless of the knowledge behind each diagnosis. 05:10 Patients now often expect specific diagnoses before treatment even begins. 14:27 People experiencing sadness from job loss or relationship endings can benefit from medication, but to get prescriptions, you need a diagnosis of a disorder, even when the response is completely expectable given the circumstances. 15:39 The DSM locates suffering within individuals rather than examining broader social circumstances. 19:00 Wrapping up. 21:25 An open invitation to join the Parenting Membership.

Topics covered in this episode: Raw+DC: The ORM pattern of 2026? pytest-check releases Dataclass Wizard SQLiteo - “native macOS SQLite browser built for normal people” Extras Joke Watch on YouTube About the show Sponsored by us! Support our work through: Our courses at Talk Python Training The Complete pytest Course Patreon Supporters Connect with the hosts Michael: @mkennedy@fosstodon.org / @mkennedy.codes (bsky) Brian: @brianokken@fosstodon.org / @brianokken.bsky.social Show: @pythonbytes@fosstodon.org / @pythonbytes.fm (bsky) Join us on YouTube at pythonbytes.fm/live to be part of the audience. Usually Monday at 11am PT. Older video versions available there too. Finally, if you want an artisanal, hand-crafted digest of every week of the show notes in email form? Add your name and email to our friends of the show list, we'll never share it. Michael #1: Raw+DC: The ORM pattern of 2026? ORMs/ODMs provide great support and abstractions for developers They are not the native language of agentic AI Raw queries are trained 100x+ more than standard ORMs Using raw queries at the data access optimizes for AI coding Returning some sort of object mapped to the data optimizes for type safety and devs Brian #2: pytest-check releases 3 merged pull requests 8 closed issues at one point got to 0 PR's and 1 enhancement request Now back to 2 issues and 1 PR, but activity means it's still alive and being used. so cool Check out changelog for all mods A lot of changes around supporting mypy I've decided to NOT have the examples be fully --strict as I find it reduces readability See tox.ini for explanation But src is --strict clean now, so user tests can be --strict clean. Michael #3: Dataclass Wizard Simple, elegant wizarding tools for Python's dataclasses. Features

Since my recent conversation with Josh Goins, there's been a lot of debate about duck numbers, hunting pressure, flooded corn, and the Adaptive Harvest Management system. In this episode, I step back from the noise, dig into the actual data, and explain what I've learned. We break down how AHM works, why seasons have remained liberal despite declining mallard numbers, and what the science says about additive vs compensatory mortality. I also compare current duck populations and prairie pond conditions to long-term averages and historic drought years to put today's numbers into context. I'll also revisit my recent reel about ducks going nocturnal around flooded corn and discuss what we actually know — and don't know — about its impact on migration. Finally, I tease an upcoming Patreon-only livestream interview with Dr. Mike Brasher, Chief Scientist at Ducks Unlimited, where we'll go even deeper into habitat, harvest management, and the future of waterfowl hunting. This episode is about facts, context, and understanding — not outrage. Partners Flight Day Ammunition Premium bismuth loads built specifically for waterfowl hunters. Reliable performance and clean kills. Use code NAW10https://www.flightdayammo.com TideWe Affordable, dependable hunting gear built for real conditions. Waders, blinds, backpacks, apparel, and more. Use code NAW18https://www.tidewe.com Weatherby High-performance shotguns trusted by serious waterfowl hunters. Built for reliability, durability, and performance in harsh conditions. https://www.weatherby.com Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates Heavy-duty aluminum crates designed to keep your dog safe in the field and on the road. Use code GUARDIAN15Search “Mammoth dog crate” on Amazon or visit the Mammoth Pet Products store Shotty Gear Rugged, affordable gear built by hunters for hunters. Blind bags, shell pouches, gun cases, lighting, apparel, and more. Use code FDH10https://www.shottygear.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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If you’re thinking about retirement — or already living in it — one of the biggest questions you face is how to generate consistent income from your portfolio without running out of money. On this special edition of The Financial Hour of The Tom Dupree Show, hosts Tom Dupree Jr., Mike Johnson, and James Dupree dive deep into why dividend investing has become the foundation of how Dupree Financial Group builds retirement portfolios. From understanding how dividends actually work to why emotional decisions can cost you decades of returns, this episode is packed with insights for anyone who wants their money to keep working — even when markets get rocky. What Is a Dividend and Why Does It Matter in Retirement? Before diving into strategy, it helps to understand what a dividend actually is. As Mike Johnson explained on the show, “A dividend is just a portion of the earnings that are paid out to shareholders of a company. When you own shares of X, Y, Z company, you are an owner of that company.” Here’s the distinction that matters most for people in retirement: when a company declares a dividend, they declare a dollar amount per share — not a percentage. This means if you own 100 shares of a company paying $1 per share annually, you receive $100 in income regardless of what happens to the stock price. The yield percentage you see quoted on financial news is simply the dividend payment relative to the current share price. This is a critical concept for retirement income planning. As the SEC’s investor education resources explain, understanding the difference between yield and dollar-per-share income can fundamentally change how you approach portfolio withdrawals. How Dividends Protect Your Retirement Portfolio During Market Downturns One of the most common concerns for retirees is what happens to their income when markets decline. Mike Johnson addressed this directly: “When you have a period where the price goes down, and you’re taking withdrawals — if it’s not paying a dividend, you’re forced to liquidate something to produce that withdrawal. But with the dividends, if the share price goes down, unless there’s something wrong with the company, it’s still paying the dividend.” This is what investment professionals call avoiding the negative compounding of withdrawing principal — selling shares at depressed prices to fund living expenses, which permanently reduces your portfolio’s ability to recover. Dividend income allows retirees to meet their cash flow needs without being forced to sell at the worst possible time. Key takeaways on how dividends protect retirement income: Income stability in down markets: Dividend payments are determined by the underlying business, not short-term stock price movements driven by politics, tariffs, or market fear. Avoiding forced liquidation: Retirees who rely on selling shares for income are most vulnerable during the exact periods when selling hurts the most. Opportunity during volatility: When quality dividend stocks decline due to broad market selling, it creates opportunities to buy at higher current yields — which is exactly what Dupree Financial Group did during the April market pullback. Inflation protection through dividend growth: Companies with long histories of raising dividends often increase payouts faster than the rate of inflation, providing a natural cost-of-living adjustment that bonds cannot offer. What to Look for in a Quality Dividend-Paying Company Not every company that pays a dividend deserves a place in a retirement portfolio. On the show, the team walked through the characteristics they look for when evaluating dividend-paying companies: consistent and growing cash flow, disciplined management that keeps the payout ratio low enough to sustain the dividend through downturns, and a long track record of not just paying but raising the dividend year after year. When a company’s long-term dividend growth rate outpaces inflation — say 7% annually versus inflation running at 2–2.5% — it provides the kind of real purchasing power growth that fixed-income investments simply can’t match. That built-in inflation adjustment is one of the key reasons dividend-paying stocks can be a powerful complement to bonds in a retirement portfolio. This is the type of company-level research that sets personalized investment management apart from autopilot approaches. At Dupree Financial Group, the team regularly conducts direct calls with company investor relations departments — sometimes 15 or more in just a few weeks — to understand the quality of the underlying business, the consistency of cash flow, and the sustainability of the dividend. As Tom Dupree emphasized: “The bottom line is you want to be invested in a company that is a good business, and if you’re going to pay dividends, that they’re not paying everything out in dividends. What is the underlying business that’s generating the cash flow that’s paying those dividends? That’s what you want to know.” Dividends Have Driven Nearly Half the S&P 500’s Total Return The numbers behind dividend investing are striking. According to data discussed on the show and supported by research from S&P Dow Jones Indices, dividends have accounted for approximately 42% of the S&P 500’s total return from 1930 through 2017. Looking at a more recent window — from 1960 through 2024 — reinvested dividends accounted for roughly 85% of cumulative total return. As Mike put it, “Almost the majority of the return has come from reinvested dividends. And you think about it too — a lot of the companies that don’t pay dividends because they didn’t make it to that mature business, those are the ones that end up being a big goose egg.” This long-term data reinforces why Dupree Financial Group’s approach to retirement portfolio management centers on dividend-paying quality companies rather than chasing momentum stocks or speculative trends. The Emotional Cost of Market Timing — and How Dividends Help One of the most powerful segments of the episode focused on the role emotions play in investment returns. James Dupree brought up a statistic that Mike had independently prepared: over a 30-year period ending June 2025, the S&P 500 delivered an annualized return of 8.4%. But missing just the 10 best trading days — out of nearly 11,000 — dropped that return to 5.6%. Miss the best 20 days and you’re down to 3.7%. Miss 30 days and you’re barely keeping pace with inflation at 2.1%. Resources from FINRA’s investor education center consistently reinforce this point: the cost of trying to time the market far exceeds the discomfort of staying invested through volatility. James Dupree highlighted the communication side of this equation: “The result of the education is also very good communication, and through that communication, it takes a lot of the mystery out of the process. What you own and why. And as a result, when the market goes wonky, which it inevitably does, our phones do not ring off the hook because there is confidence in the process.” This kind of relationship — built on education, transparency, and regular communication — is what separates working with a local financial advisor who provides direct access to your portfolio managers from being assigned to an investment counselor at a large national firm. When you know the people managing your money and understand the strategy behind every holding, you’re far less likely to make the emotional mistakes that derail long-term returns. You can hear from other clients about their experience on our client testimonials page. Why Target Date Funds and Autopilot Investing Fall Short in Retirement The episode also addressed a common trap for people approaching retirement: staying in target date funds or other autopilot investment vehicles. Mike explained that a target date fund is an open-end mutual fund — essentially a fund of funds — that automatically adjusts its allocation based solely on a target retirement date. It takes no account of the investor’s personal situation, current market conditions, or individual income needs. As Mike pointed out, “They probably filled that form 30 years ago, and they haven’t updated it since. And now they’re getting closer to retirement, and they still have that target date fund. That’s autopilot.” This is one of the key reasons Dupree Financial Group uses separately managed accounts rather than mutual fund packages. Each client owns individual stocks and bonds in their own account — real companies with real dividends — rather than being pooled into a one-size-fits-all product. This approach allows for active portfolio management, tax-efficient decisions, and the kind of personalized attention that a fee-based fiduciary advisor can provide. Not All High-Yield Stocks Are Created Equal An important caution from the episode: high dividend yield alone is not a reason to buy a stock. Mike emphasized, “We concentrate on quality — quality of the income, quality of the cash flow of the company, and the quality of management. If you’re looking for things just because it has a high yield, that can get you into big trouble.” The Dupree team actively manages current yield across the portfolio, trimming positions that have appreciated significantly (and whose yield has declined) in favor of quality companies offering higher current income. This dynamic approach — grounded in ongoing company research and regular client reviews — is part of what makes a personalized portfolio analysis so valuable for people approaching or living in retirement. Schedule Your Complimentary Portfolio Review If you’re thinking about retirement or are already retired and want to understand whether your portfolio is positioned to generate reliable income through market ups and downs, schedule a complimentary portfolio review with Dupree Financial Group. The team will walk you through what you own, why you own it, and how a dividend-focused income strategy could work for your situation.

In this episode, we discuss how Liquify supports THORChain infrastructure.Swap now on THORChain https://swap.thorchain.org/ without KYC or limits!THORChain is a decentralized cross-chain liquidity protocol that lets users swap assets directly between blockchains without wrapping or using centralized exchanges. Its app layer ecosystem means developers can build decentralized apps that tap directly into liquidity across chains. Unlike most platforms, it offers real ownership of your assets, deep liquidity, and fast swaps in one seamless network.To learn more about THORChain, check out more videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMbeCjNJ5Eohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4M_4N9-3ZUohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzHXrsaWT-wSwap now on THORChain https://swap.thorchain.org/ without KYC or limits!

Why do Tikka rifles keep working when others choke in snow, dirt, and real hunting conditions?In this episode, I sit down with Jared Smethurst from Beretta to break down the mechanical and manufacturing reasons behind Tikka and Sako reliability. We cover action design, bolt tolerances, primary extraction, magazine systems, safety design, cold hammer forged barrels, and why some modern cartridges—especially PRCs—can introduce feeding issues.The Selway Spring Bear Hunt April 16th-23rd, 2026 Mentioned: https://pursuitwithcliff.com/training-hunts/#idahobears---FOLLOW CLIFFYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CliffGrayInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/Cliffgry/Facebook - https://facebook.com/PursuitWithCliffPursuit With Cliff Podcasthttps://pursuitwithcliff.com/interviews-and-podcasts/Cliff's Hunt Planning and Strategy Membership https://pursuitwithcliff.com/membership/Hunt. Fish. Spear. (Experiences, Courses and Seminars) https://pursuitwithcliff.com/ExperiencesMerchhttps://pursuitwithcliff.com/shop/SUBSCRIBE TO CLIFF'S NEWSLETTER:https://PursuitWithCliff.com/#Newsletter

Live from the K12 SIX National Cybersecurity Leadership Conference in Albuquerque, Chris goes solo and interviews several attendees and leaders about practical K12 cybersecurity. Guests include Cory Rankin, a K12SIX member, who talks about community and membership benefits, Dr. Tim Tillman on building governance and board-level engagement, Doug Levin on the importance of in-person trust and fundamentals, David Waugh of ManageMethods on cloud visibility and content filtering, and Oliver Page of CyberNut on K12-focused phishing and student training. The conversation emphasizes actionable steps schools can take without big budgets: tighten authentication and account hygiene, audit cloud settings, work with vendors on security, engage school boards to establish policy, and provide realistic staff and student training. K12 SIX: https://k12six.org/compromise ———— Sponsored by: Eaton - Indulge yourselves in this chocolate-inspired infographic from Eaton to discover “a flavor” of cloud-based battery backup for every location, including K-12 education, with their cloud-connected UPS line. Reliable power backup has never been so sweet – with 16 cloud-connected UPS models for various workloads and budgets, always free monitoring software for an unlimited number of devices, NFC tap-to-configure setup and controllable outlets (13 models) – now you can finally enjoy your Saturdays in peace without the looming fear of a 3 am wakeup call to reboot a UPS. Learn more about the cloud UPS in Eaton's Uptime Sampler Box infographic.   Managed Methods ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our "professional" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.

If you're nearing retirement, the biggest question is simple: Where will your paycheck come from—and how long will it last? In this episode of Safer Retirement Radio, Bradley Geddes, CFP(R) breaks down practical retirement income tools—and why many retirees don't realize the weaknesses of the “pie chart” approach until a market downturn hits. You'll learn: How an income plan differs from a 401(k) or IRA (tools vs. a plan) The difference between bond ladders/CD ladders and bond funds Why interest rates and bond values move in opposite directions—and why that matters for retirement income How using multiple income sources can help reduce market volatility risk Why Decker Retirement Planning's approach focuses on time horizons and avoiding “drawing from a fluctuating account” Want more retirement education resources? Visit DeckerRetirementPlanning.com and look for A Safer Retirement Education. To schedule a complimentary visit with the team: 833-707-3030 Investment advisory and insurance services offered through Decker Retirement Planning, Inc., a registered investment advisor. Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. This content is for informational purposes only and is not individualized investment, tax, or legal advice.

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Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss Tennessee proposals that would severely restrict or ban classroom devices and online assessments for younger grades, and debate whether this is an overreaction or a needed reset on screen time. They discuss a widespread, sophisticated phishing campaign that hit many Midwest school districts, including guidance on immediate steps to secure compromised accounts for Google and Microsoft. Google: https://knowledge.workspace.google.com/admin/support/troubleshooting/identify-and-secure-compromised-accounts Microsoft: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/defender-office-365/responding-to-a-compromised-email-account K12 SIX: https://k12six.org/compromise ———— Sponsored by: Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo!   Eaton - Indulge yourselves in this chocolate-inspired infographic from Eaton to discover “a flavor” of cloud-based battery backup for every location, including K-12 education, with their cloud-connected UPS line. Reliable power backup has never been so sweet – with 16 cloud-connected UPS models for various workloads and budgets, always free monitoring software for an unlimited number of devices, NFC tap-to-configure setup and controllable outlets (13 models) – now you can finally enjoy your Saturdays in peace without the looming fear of a 3 am wakeup call to reboot a UPS. Learn more about the cloud UPS in Eaton's Uptime Sampler Box infographic.   Incident IQ   ClassLink Fortinet Managed Methods ———— MidwestTechTalk Security Symposium/K12TechPro Meetup (Midwest) March 12th-13th, 2026 ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our "professional" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang covers Puget System's 2025 PC hardware reliability report, Alaina's editorial supporting PCs rentals (what?!?), new keyboard talk, and more. And of course we answer questions live! Links: - Puget Systems reliability report: https://www.pugetsystems.com/labs/articles/puget-systems-most-reliable-hardware-of-2025/ - Steam Machine rental: https://www.pcworld.com/article/3066321/hear-me-out-id-rent-valves-steam-machine.html - Ducky OK-M review: https://www.pcworld.com/article/3063899/ducky-ok-m-keyboard-review.html Join the PC related discussions and ask us questions on Discord: https://discord.gg/UWhjwg778a Follow the crew on X and Bluesky: @AdamPMurray @BradChacos @MorphingBall @WillSmith 00:00 - Intro 07:03 - PC Rentals 37:35 - Most Reliable Hardware 57:10 - Gear Report 1:56:00 - Q&A Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Develop This!, host Dennis Fraise sits down with Ron Kresha, Chief Financial Officer and founding member of Golden Shovel Agency, to explore the powerful — and often overlooked — role of community airports in economic development. Drawing from his professional expertise and personal passion for aviation, Ron makes a compelling case for why community airports must be viewed not as line-item expenses, but as anchor institutions that drive investment, healthcare access, business recruitment, and long-term growth. From general aviation to essential air service, airport marketing to emerging aviation technology, this episode delivers actionable insights for community and economic development leaders ready to elevate their local airport strategy. 1. Community Airports: Expense or Economic Engine? Ron challenges the common misconception that airports are financial drains. Instead, he reframes them as infrastructure investments that produce measurable ROI through: Business attraction and retention Corporate aviation access Site selection competitiveness Tourism and regional connectivity 2. The Critical Role of General Aviation While commercial flights often dominate the conversation, general aviation is a major contributor to local economies. Corporate aircraft, medical flights, flight training, agricultural aviation, and logistics operations all rely on well-maintained community airports. For many communities, general aviation is the real driver of economic activity. 3. Essential Air Service & Small Community Survival Ron highlights the importance of Essential Air Service (EAS) for rural and smaller communities. Reliable air connectivity supports: Healthcare access Executive travel Talent recruitment Emergency response 4. Airport Marketing & Community Engagement One of the strongest themes of the episode is airport awareness. Many residents — and even local leaders — don't fully understand what their airport contributes. Ron emphasizes proactive airport marketing, storytelling, and community engagement to bridge the knowledge gap. Airports must: Share economic impact data Highlight business users Showcase medical and emergency benefits Build pride and awareness locally 5. Avoiding the Vicious Cycle of Decline Underinvestment leads to reduced usage. Reduced usage leads to funding challenges. Funding challenges lead to further decline. Ron urges communities to: Maintain and modernize infrastructure Pursue airport funding opportunities Treat airports as strategic assets Align airport strategy with broader economic development plans 6. The Future of Aviation Technology Looking ahead, the conversation explores: Autonomous aircraft Advanced air mobility Emerging aviation technologies Increased efficiency in general aviation Communities that prepare now will be positioned to capitalize on the next evolution of aviation. Takeaways for Economic Development Professionals Community airports are anchor institutions — not optional amenities. Investment in airport infrastructure generates long-term economic returns. General aviation plays a larger role in local economies than many realize. Essential air service can determine whether small communities thrive or struggle. Airport engagement and marketing are essential to sustaining funding and support. Education and awareness campaigns can transform public perception. The future of aviation presents new opportunities for proactive communities.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has put forward three suggestions for further development of China-Germany relations. He said the two countries should be reliable partners that support each other, as well as innovative and cultural partners.

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Send a textWe sit down with outgoing TR-42 chair Henry Frank to unpack how standards are made, why contracts turn “voluntary” rules into must-do requirements, and what's changing in cabling for extended reach, fiber polarity, and the 568 family. Clear takeaways for installers, designers, and owners on navigating codes, specs, and practical testing.• codes vs standards vs specifications and how contracts make standards enforceable• keeping references current and using “most current including addenda”• what TR-42 covers across media, methods, and use cases• consensus process, ballots, and public review• consolidation of 568.0, 568.1, and 862 into one reference• fiber polarity challenges for AI and high-density links• extended reach over copper and the focus on field validation• myths and marketing terms like Cat 6e and “industrial” categories• why TIA does not use Cat 7 or 7A and how Cat 6A was right-sized• design tradeoffs: room placement, channel limits, and real estate impact• how to participate in TIA, ISO, and BICSI standards workIf you're watching this on YouTube, would you mind hitting the subscribe button and the bell button to be notified when new content is being producedIf you're listening to us on the one of the audio podcast platforms, would you mind leaving us a five-star ratingWould you click on that QR code right there You can buy me a cup of coffee You can even schedule a 15-minute one-on-one call with me after hours, of course And you can even buy Let's Talk Cabling MerchandiseWednesday nights, 6 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, what are you doing You know I do a live stream on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, and anywhere else I can figure out to send the live stream to where you get to ask your favorite RCDDSupport the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD

If you've been told your AMH levels mean you "don't have time" or that IVF is your only option… this episode is required listening. AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) is often used as a marker of ovarian reserve. Doctors rely on it heavily when evaluating fertility. But when you have hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) or period loss, AMH can be incredibly misleading. In this bonus episode, I'm breaking down: What AMH actually measures Why AMH can appear falsely LOW in HA Why AMH can appear falsely HIGH in HA (and get misdiagnosed as PCOS) Why HA must be ruled out before diagnosing PCOS When AMH is actually useful Why restoring ovulation is the real goal — not obsessing over a lab value

Skeeter Miller joins the Restaurant Unstoppable Network for a live Q+A on March 23rd, 2026 at 11AM EST. To join us and engage with all our guests and events, go to restaurantunstoppable.com/live -OR- to just catch today's guest, head over to restaurantunstoppable.com/cwe and we will get you a link to join that specific event for FREE! Don "Skeeter" Miller is the longtime owner and president of The County Line, the iconic Texas barbecue institution he helped launch in Austin in 1975. Starting as the restaurant's first dishwasher, he worked every job in the house before being invited into partnership and eventually leading the brand's growth into a multi-location barbecue operation spanning several states. Under his leadership, The County Line has become known for its hilltop and lakeside locations, its laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere, and its famously generous platters of ribs and brisket.​ A hands-on operator and industry advocate, Skeeter has served as president of County Line Incorporated and has been deeply involved with restaurant associations and legislative advocacy on behalf of independent restaurateurs, earning multiple honors for his contributions to Texas's hospitality community. On this episode, Skeeter shares the story of how he went from washing dishes to building a beloved barbecue brand, what he's learned from nearly five decades in the business, and why he believes in supporting local food and community above all. Join RULibrary: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/RULibrary Join RULive: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/live Set Up your RUEvolve 1:1: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/evolve Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/restaurantunstoppable Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://www.restaurantunstoppable.com/ Today's sponsors: - Restaurant Technologies — the leader in automated cooking oil management. Their Total Oil Management solution is an end-to-end closed loop automated system that delivers, monitors, filters, collects, and recycles your cooking oil eliminating one of the dirtiest jobs in the kitchen.. Automate your oil and elevate your kitchen by visiting rti-inc.com or call 888-779-5314 to get started! - Cerboni - Cerboni is an all-in-one financial solution for restaurants. Reliable tax preparation & Business incorporation. Seamless Payroll and compliance report. Strategic CFO Services That Drive Business Growth. Detailed, custom reporting for complete financial clarity. Dedicated support for restaurants & Multi-location businesses. End-to-end financial management under one roof. Call (281) 888-2413 and mention Restaurant Unstoppable to get 20% off your first month of service. - US Foods®. Running a restaurant takes MORE than great food—it takes reliable deliveries, quality products, and smart tools. US Foods® helps you make it. Ready to level up? Visit: usfoods.com/expectmore. - Guest contact info:  Website: https://www.countyline.com/ Thanks for listening! Rate the podcast, subscribe, and share! 

In This Hour:-- What guns stand up to heavy shooting at Gunsite Acadamy? Dave Fink runs the "gunsmithy" at Gunsite, and he sees what works and what doesn't. Do shooters make their handguns less reliable by "tuning" them?-- What's the future of carry guns?  Custom gunsmith Dave Fink talks revolvers, pistols, and self defense.--  Shoot it or keep it unfired? What to do with a collectable firearm.Gun Talk 02.22.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

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You've been told you're exceptional. Dependable. The one they can count on.And you are.But what if the very trait that made you indispensable… is the thing quietly capping your authority?This episode is not about time management. It's not about delegation hacks or color-coding your calendar. It's about identity. Specifically, the identity of being “the reliable one” - and why that role feels powerful while simultaneously keeping you boxed in.If you're the leader who:Rewrites the deck before it goes upstairs so no one looks sloppySmooths tension in meetings before it becomes visibleFixes the half-baked idea instead of letting it breatheAbsorbs emotional undercurrents like it's part of your job descriptionFeels constantly “on,” even when you're technically offThis conversation is for you.We're unpacking the over-functioning pattern that so many high-capacity women fall into - not because they're weak, but because they're competent. Because they care. Because somewhere along the way, leadership fused with self-sacrifice.Here's the uncomfortable truth:When you are the emotional glue, you are rarely the strategic threat.Systems love the fixer. They reward the stabilizer. They pile responsibility onto the one who makes everything run smoothly.But authority?Authority doesn't go to the person who keeps everything comfortable.It goes to the person willing to let discomfort surface long enough to redesign the structure.Inside this episode, we explore:The hidden contract of reliability (and why it keeps you typecast)What actually happens when you stop rescuingWhy letting things “wobble” is data, not disasterThe ego hit of no longer being the heroThe difference between indispensability and impactAnd five practical shifts to move from shock absorber… to architectBecause here's the real question:Have you built a team — or have you built a dynamic where you are the safety net for everyone else's growth?

Chris Holman welcomes back Nicole Noll-Williams who this time around was on the road attending an airports conference in New Orleans. He has a conversation with Nicole about the hot off the press news release that: UNITED AIRLINES TO LAUNCH NONSTOP SERVICE FROM LANSING TO CHICAGO O'HARE WITH 4 DAILY FLIGHTS LANSING, Mich.— United Airlines announced today that it will introduce new nonstop service between Lansing's Capital Region International Airport and Chicago O'Hare International Airport beginning May 7, 2026. The route will offer four daily nonstop flights, providing travelers with seamless access to United's global network. Tickets are scheduled to go on sale Thursday, January 29. “We are thrilled to welcome United Airlines back to Lansing with the return of nonstop service to Chicago O'Hare,” said Nicole Noll-Williams, president and CEO, Capital Region Airport Authority. “This route is critically important for our region, providing our business community, residents, and visitors with convenient access to one of the world's most connected global hubs. We are grateful to United for their continued partnership and confidence in the Lansing market, and we look forward to the opportunities this service creates for Mid-Michigan.” “The business community is thrilled to welcome United Airlines back to Lansing!” said Tim Daman, president and CEO of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce. “Expanded air service is a major win for our regional economy. Reliable connectivity strengthens our ability to attract new employers, support existing businesses, and give residents the access they deserve. The new route from Lansing to Chicago underscores the confidence our airline partners have in the Lansing Regions growth, and we're excited for the opportunities it will unlock for our community.” #### About United At United, Good Leads The Way. With U.S. hubs in Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, New York/Newark, San Francisco and Washington, D.C., United operates the most comprehensive global route network among North American carriers and is now the largest airline in the world as measured by available seat miles. For more about how to join the United team, please visit www.united.com/careers and more information about the company is at www.united.com. United Airlines Holdings, Inc., the parent company of United Airlines, Inc., is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL". The Capital Region Airport Authority owns and operates the Capital Region International Airport (LAN), Mason Jewett Field Airport (TEW) and Port Lansing – a global logistics center and mid-Michigan's only U.S. Port of Entry. The Capital Region International Airport is an important asset in the mid-Michigan community, driving $1 billion annually in economic impact with 700 people employed at the airport. The airport welcomes more than 352,000 visitors each year to connect throughout the country and the world. In addition to providing corporate and general aviation, the Capital Region International Airport moves 63.5 million pounds of cargo annually and is one of two airports in the state with a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Federal Inspection Station. Port Lansing, mid-Michigan's only U.S. Port of Entry and home to Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) #275 covering eight counties, also features a 48,000-square-foot cargo facility and container freight station, and 425 acres of ready-to-develop land. For more information, go to FlyLansing.com and visit the airport's Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter accounts.

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The Kaikaku Method is a behavioral enforcement system that builds reliable execution for high-performing men tired of negotiating with themselves. Table of Contents Toggle The Kaikaku Method: Execution Before AwarenessWhat The Kaikaku Method IsWhy Execution Comes Before AwarenessHow The Kaikaku Method WorksWhat The Kaikaku Method Is NotWho The Kaikaku Method Is ForThe Relationship to Conscious WarriorA Direct Question The Kaikaku Method: Execution Before Awareness There's a hard truth most high-performing men eventually face. Awareness is rarely the problem. Execution is. You already know how to train. You understand progressive overload. You know recovery matters. You've read about sleep, stress, and focus. You can structure a productive week on paper without breaking a sweat. You understand that consistency beats intensity and that discipline outperforms motivation. And yet, execution drifts. You miss sessions you planned to complete. Recovery becomes optional. Standards soften. Not dramatically. Just enough. The edge dulls slowly, almost invisibly. That gap between knowing and doing is where The Kaikaku Method operates. It is built to close that gap with structure, not inspiration. What The Kaikaku Method Is The Kaikaku Method is a behavioral enforcement system. It is designed for capable men who understand performance but lack consistent execution under pressure. These are not beginners. These are not men who need to be convinced that discipline matters. They already believe in it. The problem is not belief. It's behavioral reliability. This is not a motivational framework. It does not rely on emotional peaks or inspirational messaging. It is a structured system that builds reliable execution under real-world constraints—fatigue, stress, travel, responsibility, and distraction. The Kaikaku Method focuses on one outcome: behavioral reliability. Not peak states. Not emotional breakthroughs. Not identity exploration. Reliable execution. Why Execution Comes Before Awareness Many men attempt to fix inconsistency with more insight. They read another book. Listen to another podcast. Reflect longer. Analyze deeper. They assume that if they just understand themselves more clearly, their behavior will stabilize. But awareness without execution becomes intellectual comfort. You can explain your patterns. You can describe your tendencies. You can articulate your stress triggers. And still not execute. The Kaikaku Method takes a different stance. It stabilizes behavior first so that deeper work actually has ground to stand on. When execution becomes reliable—when training is completed, recovery is respected, and reporting is consistent—something shifts. Identity work deepens naturally. Clarity strengthens. Confidence stops being theoretical. Without reliability, everything else floats. Execution is the foundation. Awareness builds on top of it. How The Kaikaku Method Works The structure is direct and sequential. Entry leads to baseline assessment. Baseline leads to commitment lock. Once committed, you enter the execution loop. Inside that loop, strength training, conditioning, recovery standards, and binary reporting become non-negotiable. Training is completed or it is not. Recovery is met or it is not. Reporting is submitted or it is not. There is no emotional negotiation layer. If standards are met, progression occurs. If standards are violated, correction occurs. There are no parallel paths inside The Kaikaku Method. No personalization of philosophy. No mid-cycle reinterpretation of commitments. Structure creates freedom. Standards protect execution. What The Kaikaku Method Is Not The Kaikaku Method is not therapy. It is not trauma work, spiritual exploration, or biohacking optimization. It does not promise happiness, fulfillment, or transformation. It does not attempt to repair identity before behavior stabilizes. It does not exist to make you feel better about inconsistency or explain why it exists. It builds execution reliability. Everything else is a potential byproduct. Reliability is the objective. Who The Kaikaku Method Is For The Kaikaku Method is built for men between 35 and 55 who are already capable. These are men with responsibility, ambition, and experience. They have achieved before. They understand standards. They simply want those standards enforced consistently. These men are not searching for hype. They are searching for clarity. They want fewer variables, fewer emotional swings, and a standard that holds under pressure. They are tired of revisiting decisions they already made. Tired of explaining missed commitments. Ready to operate with fewer words and more proof. If you need motivation to execute, this is not the system. If you are looking for emotional processing as the primary tool, this is not the system. If you are ready for structure without negotiation, it may be exactly what you need. The Relationship to Conscious Warrior Conscious Warrior explores awareness, alignment, and identity integration. The Kaikaku Method builds behavioral stability. One asks who you are becoming. The other asks whether you executed today. Awareness without execution is fantasy. Execution without awareness is blind. The order matters. Execution first. Integration later. A Direct Question If you are reading this, ask yourself one question. Do you need more insight, or do you need more structure? 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This Week In Startups is made possible by:Gusto - Try Gusto today and get 3 months free at http://uber.com/ai-solutionsCrusoe Cloud - Reserve your capacity for the latest GPU's at http://uber.com/ai-solutionsUber AI Solutions - Book a demo today at http://uber.com/ai-solutions*Today's show: It's a packed show! We've got YouTuber and Openclaw enthusiast Matthew Berman, Ryan Yaneli, founder of Nextvisit, and Jason Grad, founder of Massive! We're all in on Openclaw, but we have no doubts there's still room in the market for a GIANT Openclaw consumer app to shift the paradigm. What will that look like? Will it be an app? Will it be baked into the iPhone? Let's explore!**Timestamps:* 00:00 Intro02:04 Why Matthew thinks Openclaw is not ready yet to be brought to the consumer04:45 Jason doesn't want hundreds of different apps, and thousands of tabs05:45 Why Ryan sees open claw giving consumers access to opportunities they couldn't have gotten to otherwise.07:02 Only 10% of people are technical enough to install openclaw08:16 Would Openclaw be better off as an app?08:27 *Gusto*. Check out the online payroll and benefits experts with software built specifically for small business and startups. Try Gusto today and get three months FREE at [Uber.com/twist](http://uber.com/ai-solutions)00:10:52 The killer use case that could bring Openclaw to the consumer00:12:13 Why Meta acquired Manus.00:15:13 How Ryan uses Openclaw in his personal life00:18:44 *Crusoe Cloud*: Crusoe is the AI factory company. Reliable infrastructure and expert support. Visit crusoe.ai/savings to reserve your capacity for the latest GPUs today.00:23:24 What Jason's “Clawpod” does00:24:38 Jason demos his Openclaw workflow00:28:23 *Uber AI Solutions -* Your trusted partner to get AI to work in the real world. Book a demo with them TODAY at http://uber.com/ai-solutions00:30:04 How Matt used Openclaw to figure out he's been having stomach issues00:32:27 What will be the ultimate UX for AI?00:38:53 Anthropic has patched the ability to use Openclaw through its pro plan!00:42:20 Matt and Jason hope for a multi-model future — but we haven't made progress!00:52:21 Jason has skepticisms about the Openclaw foundation00:52:59 Ryan predicts a new Openclaw fork coming from the shadows!00:54:21 Peter Steinberger is going to OpenAI, NOT to work with Openclaw… Will he “orphan” openclaw?00:58:19 does raspberry AI stand a chance against Apple?*Subscribe to the TWiST500 newsletter: https://ticker.thisweekinstartups.com/Check out the TWIST500: https://www.twist500.comSubscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcp*Follow Lon:X: https://x.com/lons*Follow Alex:X: https://x.com/alexLinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelm*Follow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis*Thank you to our partners:*Gusto*. Check out the online payroll and benefits experts with software built specifically for small business and startups. Try Gusto today and get three months FREE at [Uber.com/twist](http://uber.com/ai-solutions)*Crusoe Cloud*: Crusoe is the AI factory company. Reliable infrastructure and expert support. Visit [crusoe.ai/savings] to reserve your capacity for the latest GPUs today.*Uber AI Solutions -* Your trusted partner to get AI to work in the real world. Book a demo with them TODAY at [Uber.com/twist](http://uber.com/ai-solutions)Check out all our partner offers: https://partners.launch.co/*Check out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanis*Follow TWiST:Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartupsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekinInstagram: [https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartups](https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartups/)TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartupsSubstack: [https://twistartups.substack.com](https://twistartups.substack.com/)

Sarah Heard joins the Restaurant Unstoppable Network for a live Q+A on March 23rd, 2026 at 11AM EST. To join us and engage with all our guests and events, go to restaurantunstoppable.com/live -OR- to just catch today's guest, head over to restaurantunstoppable.com/cwe and we will get you a link to join that specific event for FREE! Chef Sarah Heard is the co-owner and co-chef of Austin's acclaimed Foreign & Domestic, where she's known for boldly flavored, from-scratch cooking and a deep respect for every ingredient. Raised in Conroe, Texas, she learned early from her mother and grandmother to use every part of what you cook, a philosophy she now applies through whole-animal utilization and a focus on sustainability. After working her way up from banquet server to executive sous chef at The Mansion at Judges' Hill, and later leading kitchens at venues like The Winfield Inn and other Austin restaurants, she and her partner, chef Nathan Lemley, purchased Foreign & Domestic in 2017 and later opened Commerce Café in Lockhart in 2020. Today, Sarah is celebrated for pairing comfort and creativity on the plate, championing local farms and producers, and mentoring the next generation of cooks in Austin's tight-knit North Loop neighborhood. Join RULibrary: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/RULibrary Join RULive: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/live Set Up your RUEvolve 1:1: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/evolve Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/restaurantunstoppable Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://www.restaurantunstoppable.com/ Today's sponsors: - Restaurant Technologies — the leader in automated cooking oil management. Their Total Oil Management solution is an end-to-end closed loop automated system that delivers, monitors, filters, collects, and recycles your cooking oil eliminating one of the dirtiest jobs in the kitchen.. Automate your oil and elevate your kitchen by visiting rti-inc.com or call 888-779-5314 to get started! - Cerboni - Cerboni is an all-in-one financial solution for restaurants. Reliable tax preparation & Business incorporation. Seamless Payroll and compliance report. Strategic CFO Services That Drive Business Growth. Detailed, custom reporting for complete financial clarity. Dedicated support for restaurants & Multi-location businesses. End-to-end financial management under one roof. Call (281) 888-2413 and mention Restaurant Unstoppable to get 20% off your first month of service. - Restaurant Systems Pro - Lower your prime cost by $1,000, and get paid $1,000 with the Restaurant Systems Pro 30-Day Prime Cost Challenge. If you successfully improve your prime cost by $1,000 or more compared to the same 30-day period last year, Restaurant Systems Pro will pay you $1,000. It's a "reverse guarantee."  Let's make 2026 the year your restaurant thrives. - US Foods®. Running a restaurant takes MORE than great food—it takes reliable deliveries, quality products, and smart tools. US Foods® helps you make it. Ready to level up? Visit: usfoods.com/expectmore. - Guest contact info:  Website: https://www.fndaustin.com/gallery Instagram: @chef.heard Thanks for listening! Rate the podcast, subscribe, and share! 

It's always been challenging to make reliable software - is AI making it worse or better? Carl and Richard talk to Damien Brady about his experiences building software with AI tools and trying to bring that software up to an acceptable standard. Damien talks about leveraging LLMs' tendency toward detailed analysis to catch problems in code. It takes practice and experience to get good at using these tools, but they become more powerful over time!

The crew navigates a high-stakes Homie Helpline for Antonio, who is ready to "stand on business" and keep a $240 payout after his girlfriend refused to pay her $10 entry fee, leading the squad to predict a very lonely Valentine’s Day for him. The comedy stays "hella studious" as the squad investigates why the Seattle Seahawks’ owner is technically a dead man while his sister runs the team for zero dollars, and reacts to Cardi B’s "pretty and petty" Twitter war with Homeland Security. [Edited by @iamdyre

The best-selling compact camera in Japan is from... Kodak? We've talked about compact cameras in the past, but it remains a fascinating part of the photo marketplace as people look for something different than mirrorless and DSLR cameras. By the way, do you have $10,000 to spare on a new 35mm lens? Leica's Noctilux-M 35mm f/1.2 ASPH was just announced at that eye-watering price. Lastly, Jeff covers some new Lightroom features in the latest versions. (Photo: Leica) Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website, Jeff's photos, Jeff on Instagram, Jeff on Glass, Jeff on Mastodon, Jeff on Bluesky Kirk McElhearn: website, Kirk's photos, Kirk on Instagram, Kirk on Glass, Kirk on Mastodon, Kirk on Bluesky Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! I Asked AI to Predict the Weather. It's About as Reliable as a Groundhog - CNET Compact Camera Sales More Than Doubled Last Year in Japan | PetaPixel Regarding the price of the Ricoh GR cameras, Kirk was thinking of the prices in the UK. In the US, the prices are $1,600 and and $2.200. Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH. | Leica Camera US Leica 35mm Noctilux-M f/1.2 ASPH Review: A Long Time Coming | PetaPixel Adobe Lightroom Classic release notes Aftershoot Thomas Pynchon: Vineland (Kirk said it was published in 1980; that should be 1990) How 'One Battle After Another' Shot the Car Chase Scene Like a Gritty '70s Film - YouTube Jeff's Snapshot The Uncool by Cameron Crowe Kirk's Snapshot One Battle After Another Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you've already subscribed, you're automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.

Brandon Weichert predicts the next major shift involves pairing reliable AI with accurate robotics to replicate human hands, lowering costs but potentially displacing American workers across manufacturing sectors.1958

Pete Mora joins the Restaurant Unstoppable Network for a live Q+A on March 16th, 2026 at 11AM EST. To join us and engage with all our guests and events, go to restaurantunstoppable.com/live -OR- to just catch today's guest, head over to restaurantunstoppable.com/cwe and we will get you a link to join that specific event for FREE! Pedro "Pete" Mora is the founder and CEO of Fajita Pete's, a Houston-based Tex-Mex concept built around catering, delivery, and a streamlined fajita-focused menu. Born in Colombia and raised with an entrepreneurial push from his family, he opened his first full-service Mexican restaurant, Poblano's, at age 23 in 2002, discovering that guests were most excited about fajitas and off-premise catering. In 2008 he closed that restaurant and launched Fajita Pete's, reimagining the business as a compact, catering first brand that delivers fresh fajitas, tacos, and flautas directly to homes, offices, and events. A graduate of the University of Houston's entrepreneurship program, Mora has grown Fajita Pete's from a single Houston location into a fast-growing franchise recognized on lists of top emerging franchise brands, all while keeping the model intentionally simple and hospitality-driven. On this episode, Pete shares how he went from crafting tables in his garage to building a scalable restaurant system, why he believes hospitality matters more than square footage, and what he's learned about grit, franchising, and "achieving the American dream one fajita at a time." Join RULibrary: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/RULibrary Join RULive: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/live Set Up your RUEvolve 1:1: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/evolve Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/restaurantunstoppable Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://www.restaurantunstoppable.com/ Today's sponsors: - Restaurant Technologies — the leader in automated cooking oil management. Their Total Oil Management solution is an end-to-end closed loop automated system that delivers, monitors, filters, collects, and recycles your cooking oil eliminating one of the dirtiest jobs in the kitchen.. Automate your oil and elevate your kitchen by visiting rti-inc.com or call 888-779-5314 to get started! - Cerboni - Cerboni is an all-in-one financial solution for restaurants. Reliable tax preparation & Business incorporation. Seamless Payroll and compliance report. Strategic CFO Services That Drive Business Growth. Detailed, custom reporting for complete financial clarity. Dedicated support for restaurants & Multi-location businesses. End-to-end financial management under one roof. Call (281) 888-2413 and mention Restaurant Unstoppable to get 20% off your first month of service. - Restaurant Systems Pro - Lower your prime cost by $1,000, and get paid $1,000 with the Restaurant Systems Pro 30-Day Prime Cost Challenge. If you successfully improve your prime cost by $1,000 or more compared to the same 30-day period last year, Restaurant Systems Pro will pay you $1,000. It's a "reverse guarantee."  Let's make 2026 the year your restaurant thrives. - US Foods®. Running a restaurant takes MORE than great food—it takes reliable deliveries, quality products, and smart tools. US Foods® helps you make it. Ready to level up? Visit: usfoods.com/expectmore. - Guest contact info:  Email: pete@fajitapetes.com Website: https://fajitapetes.com/ Thanks for listening! Rate the podcast, subscribe, and share! 

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Everitt and Ashworth review primary sources shaping Nero's legacy, distinguishing gossip-laden Suetonius from hostile but reliable Tacitus, while noting Petronius of the Satyricon and Pliny the Elder's anecdotal encyclopedia.NERO