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Anika sat down with Deanna Dolecki and Ashley Ruggeri to explore how they built a thriving, 100% virtual boutique agency by leaning into radical authenticity. The conversation revealed how their Gen X and Millennial dynamic fuels their strategy, why hiring for intangibles matters more than a resume, and how they cut through the digital noise with unscripted banter on their podcast, Ducks Unplugged.In This EpisodeThe origin story of Blue Duck Agency and how a "no-meeting Wednesday" led to a radical rebrandWhy Deanna hires for "intangibles" and how asking about high school grades reveals a candidate's true characterAshley's transition from buttoned-up banking to thriving in the "gray area" of agency lifeLaunching the Ducks Unplugged podcast as a business strategy and creative testing groundHow Gen X and Millennial perspectives complement each other in leadership and marketing strategyThe truth about hustle culture and how different generations brand their work ethicWhy generative AI (like Deanna's ChatGPT, "Janice") is a tool, not a replacement for human creativityBrainstorming on the fly: Pushing boundaries with brands like Netflix and TupperwareTimestamps00:00 Introduction: Building businesses around radical authenticity 01:42 The origins of Blue Duck Agency and diverse career paths 05:24 Hiring for the "gray area" and the importance of intangibles 10:10 Launching the Ducks Unplugged podcast to differentiate the agency 18:48 The Gen X and Millennial dynamic: Bridging the generational gap 23:24 The Blue Duck rebrand: Standing out in a sea of yellow ducks 26:51 The "hustle culture" rebrand and generational work ethics 36:31 Balancing radical honesty with professional boundaries and real-time feedback41:25 Generative AI in marketing: Why human creativity still wins 45:36 Pitching Netflix a "binge pass" and other pop-culture brand moments 50:48 Favorite quotes and life mantrasKey Insights & TakeawaysInsight 1: Authenticity is a Differentiator In a crowded agency landscape where everyone offers similar services, clients buy the people. Creating unscripted, imperfect content like Ducks Unplugged lets prospects experience the team's chemistry, humor, and problem-solving skills before they ever book a discovery call. Perfect polish is out; relatable authenticity is in.Insight 2: Hire for Intangibles Over Resumes Resumes get you in the door, but character keeps you in the room. By asking candidates to talk through their intentions and past choices—even going back to high school—you learn how they navigate challenges, communicate, and fit into a remote, tight-knit culture.Insight 3: Generational Differences Are a Strategic Asset The contrast between Gen X (Deanna) and Millennial (Ashley) perspectives creates richer marketing strategies. Instead of clashing, these diverse viewpoints—from how they view hustle culture to how they consume media—ensure that campaigns resonate across different age demographics.Insight 4: AI is a Tool, Not a Strategy While generative AI is great for efficiency and thought starters, it cannot replace human experience. Relying too heavily on AI leads to homogenized marketing where everyone sounds the same. The human element, drawn from real-world experience and cultural nuance, is what makes campaigns actually convert.Insight 5: Embrace the "Gray Area" Having team members who thrive in the gray—testing, trying, and innovating without a guaranteed outcome—is crucial for an agency's evolution. Not every podcast segment or marketing test will work (like a blind dating show for marketing channels), but giving your team the freedom to test is how you find the strategies that stick.Resources & Links MentionedBlue Duck AgencyDucks Unplugged PodcastDirect Mail Marketing (and why it's making a comeback)About Deanna Dolecki & Ashley RuggeriDeanna Dolecki is the President of Blue Duck Agency, a boutique female-founded marketing agency. As a Gen X woman stepping into a new life phase with college-age kids and a post-marriage reset, she brings a perspective shaped by over 25 years of building a career, leading teams, and building brands. Known for leading with straight talk and hiring for intangibles, she also brings a well-informed and passionate take on pop culture.Ashley Ruggeri is a senior executive and Marketing Strategist with over 15 years of experience. A Millennial and married mom to a 7-year-old, she is right in the thick of balancing career and family. After navigating highly regulated corporate worlds, she brings clarity and calm to the chaos of agency life. She is also a proud hockey mom and unapologetically into Formula 1. Together with Deanna, she hosts Ducks Unplugged, bringing real conversation to work, life, relationships, parenting, and pop culture.Connect with Deanna & AshleyBlue Duck Agency: blueduckagency.comPodcast: Ducks UnpluggedLinkTree: https://linktr.ee/ducksunpluggedpodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Relying on a single standalone multi-asset fund during decumulation exposes clients to a dangerous trio of headwinds: sequencing risk, longevity risk, and behavioural panic. In this episode, Kimberley Dondo talks to Andy Fear, Investment Business Development Manager at M&G, to explain why structural portfolio design must evolve. Learn how partitioning client wealth by purpose and combining drawdown, guaranteed income, and smoothed structures like PruFund can mitigate real-world risks and manage client anxiety during market dips. M&G PruFund now live on Scottish Widows Platform

On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif focuses on the importance of recognizing that salvation is a gift received through faith and not something earned by personal effort or morality. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

This guided somatic meditation helps you gently break the habit of relying on someone else for your self-worth, happiness, or sense of security. Using body-based awareness and compassionate guidance, you'll reconnect with yourself, soothe your nervous system, and strengthen the belief that everything you need begins within you. The more you practise, the easier it becomes to feel grounded, emotionally secure, and less dependent on external validation.⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Carly Ann⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Cody & Meagan discuss one of the biggest opportunities for independent hotels in 2026: increasing direct bookings.OTAs are valuable partners and play an important role in driving visibility and occupancy. But when properties become too dependent on third-party bookings, they often sacrifice profitability, guest relationships, and long-term loyalty. Cody & Meagan share practical strategies boutique hotels can implement to grow direct bookings while maintaining a healthy balance with OTA channels.

Hi, I'm Connor with Honor - message me here!https://youtu.be/8-3-TBPmBDYIn this episode, Connor with Honor breaks down the step-by-step process of building a highly effective webinar system for real estate agents, lenders, and other business professionals. Learn why true webinar systems go beyond simple funnels by integrating AI chatbots, automated follow-up sequences, and targeted Meta advertising campaigns. We also cover the essential debate between live and pre-recorded webinars, and why authenticity is crucial to keeping your audience engaged rather than tricking them with fake live recordings. Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/8-3-TBPmBDYTo get started on your own custom system and learn more, visit: honorelevate.comSocial Media Post Are you ready to grab the lion's share of real estate buyers and sellers?

Relying solely on programmatic CTV auctions locks brands out of premium live sports and high-value cultural moments while racking up heavy middleware fees. This deep dive reveals how direct-to-ad-server tech and large language models are restructuring streaming media execution to protect brand safety, automate delivery, and enforce flawless frequency capping. Key Highlights

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Want a sharper read on motivation design? Get the free Core Drives in the Wild guide, real cases decoded through this exact framework, one short email a day: professorgame.com/WildCD Episode Summary Rob argues that Black Hat motivation, the urgency and scarcity most designers treat as the villain, is the on-ramp that gets people to act at all. He breaks down the Octalysis Group's award-winning project with Procter & Gamble's distributor Navo Orbico, which reached 99.5% voluntary participation on a non-compulsory rollout and a 28.6% revenue increase by starting with pressure and handing off to meaning. Drawing on Ocean Hero as the rare frictionless exception, he shows why White Hat drives like Epic Meaning seldom start action on their own. Listeners learn the Black-Hat-to-White-Hat handoff and two diagnostic questions to test whether their own system can make the switch. About the Host Rob Alvarez is Head of Engagement Strategy, Europe at The Octalysis Group (TOG), a leading gamification and behavioral design consultancy. A globally recognized gamification strategist and TEDx speaker, he founded and hosts Professor Game, the #1 gamification podcast, and has interviewed hundreds of global experts. He designs evidence-based engagement systems that drive motivation, loyalty, and results, and teaches LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® and gamification at top institutions including IE Business School, EFMD, and EBS University across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Key Takeaways The Octalysis Group's project with Procter & Gamble reached 99.5% voluntary participation on a non-compulsory rollout and a 28.6% revenue increase, evidence that Black Hat urgency and White Hat meaning work in sequence, not opposition. In the Octalysis framework, Black Hat and White Hat motivation are not good and evil. Black Hat (urgency, scarcity, pressure) gets people to act now; White Hat (meaning, empowerment) makes them glad they stayed. Relying only on grand meaning and Core Drive 3 (Empowerment of Creativity and Feedback) tends to produce a "someday," which in practice means never, because wanting to act is rarely a strong enough forcing function to overcome friction. The P&G rollout launched using Core Drive 5 (Social Influence and Relatedness) as pressure: getting into the system meant tracking down colleagues for an access code, which sparked FOMO (Core Drive 8) and curiosity (Core Drive 7) rather than belief in a grand vision. After the on-ramp, the system handed off to White Hat: reps became captains of trading ships, territories became open seas, and clients became colonies, activating Core Drive 1 (Epic Meaning) and Core Drive 2 (Development and Accomplishment). Ocean Hero is the rare case where White Hat alone starts action, because switching a search engine is one click of near-zero friction, so Core Drive 1 can carry the behavior with no urgency at all. Topics Covered 0:00 — Opening hook: why products stall 1:14 — The P&G result: 99.5% voluntary 3:05 — Black Hat and White Hat serve different moments 4:53 — The frictionless exception: Ocean Hero 6:07 — Inside the P&G rollout 7:30 — The handoff: reps become ship captains 9:16 — When Black Hat never matures into more 10:09 — Two diagnostic questions for your system 11:27 — What a mistimed handoff looks like 12:06 — Black Hat starts, White Hat sustains Mentioned in This Episode The Octalysis Group case study with Procter & Gamble's distributor Navo Orbico (Gamification Project of the Year, first presented in Brighton): 99.5% voluntary participation, 28.6% revenue increase Ocean Hero, the search engine whose revenue funds clearing plastic from the oceans (a project supported by The Octalysis Group) The Octalysis framework: Black Hat and White Hat motivation, and Core Drives 1 through 8 Episode 446, the airline miles loyalty teardown Episode 450, Amazon's internal AI leaderboard Free Resources and Get in Touch Core Drives in the Wild: Professor Game Free Guide Get Daily Value on Your Email Let's chat about your gamification project YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Start Your Community on Skool for Free Ask a question

AI tools are everywhere right now, and the ergonomics world is not immune to the hype. Some healthcare professionals are already looking to AI to do their assessments, generate their reports, and identify ergonomic risk on their behalf. And Darcie Jaremey has something to say about that. In this episode, Darcie makes a clear, direct argument: if you are relying on an AI tool to replace your clinical judgment in an ergonomics assessment, you are putting your clients, your reputation, and your business at serious risk. A one-size-fits-all AI report will not capture the intricacies of a specific workstation, cannot perform a true root cause analysis, and cannot defend you if a client is harmed and the matter goes to litigation.But this is not an anti-AI episode. Darcie also covers exactly where AI belongs in an ergonomics practice: as an efficiency tool on the front end of report writing, never as a replacement for your expertise.What you'll take away:Why office ergonomics is in-demand right now and why your expertise is the thing businesses actually needThe real risk of outsourcing your assessment thinking to a tool you don't controlWhat happens to your client data when you put it into a third-party AI platformWhy the details in your report are the exact thing clients can't replicate themselvesThe three tools inside Accelerate that add efficiency without replacing judgment: the swipe file, the equipment database, and the PHI redactor•       Why mentorship beats AI every time when you're building your ergonomics foundation If you've been wondering whether AI could shortcut the process of learning to do ergonomics assessments well, this episode will give you a straight answer. Resources mentioned in this episode:Ergonomics Blueprint (learn how to do office ergonomics assessments): ergonomicshelp.comAccelerate: The Business of Ergonomics (membership with tools, mentorship, and community): ergonomicshelp.com/bizOSHA Injury Cost Estimator: osha.govIf you're a healthcare professional and this episode got your wheels turning about office ergonomics - good. I've got free resources to help you take the next step at ergonomicshelp.com/resources. 

If you've ever found yourself cycling on and off, relying on sheer willpower to hold your habits together, or feeling like you have to start over every time life gets hard — this episode is for you. In this solo episode, I'm sharing a framework I call the behavior triad: identity, mindset, and behavior. All three are required for lasting change, and they don't work in a straight line. They work in a loop, each one reinforcing or eroding the others. This is a sneak peek inside one of my Fit + Fueled group coaching calls, and it's a conversation I think every woman needs to hear. IN THIS EPISODE:- Why willpower is a finite resource and why building your habits on it sets you up for the cycle of starting over- The research on all-or-nothing thinking and why it's one of the most documented barriers to long-term behavior change- How identity shapes behavior beneath conscious awareness, and why that works in your favor once you understand it- What mindset actually means at two levels: the background stories running beneath awareness and the active thought work you practice in the moment- Why small, consistent action is more powerful than dramatic overhauls- How identity, mindset, and behavior work together as a loop, and what that means for the days when you fall off- Practical steps to start building all three this week KEY TAKEAWAYS:1. Behavior change is more sustainable when it's aligned with your identity and supported by mindset work, not just willpower and motivation.2. Relying on willpower alone is not a long-term strategy. Willpower is finite. Identity is not.3. All-or-nothing thinking actively sabotages progress. The neutral middle ground — not crushing it, not blowing it, just continuing — is where the most sustainable behavior lives.4. Changing your self-concept doesn't have to come before action. Small behaviors build identity. You don't have to feel ready first.5. Thought work isn't about eliminating the negative voice. It's about learning not to let it run the show.

If you've ever thought "I just need more motivation" or "I need more willpower," this episode is for you. The truth is, motivation is unreliable, willpower is a limited resource that runs out by the end of the day, and neither one is the foundation of lasting healthy habits. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down the psychology and neuroscience of behavior change, including why action creates motivation (not the other way around), how your brain builds habits automatically through repetition, and four research-backed strategies for exercising, eating better, and sleeping more, even when you don't feel like it. You'll also hear about behavioral scientist Angela Duckworth's research on why the most successful people don't rely on willpower at all, and what they do instead.Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. Also, we'd be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We're here to help you live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.The Smart Weight Loss Coaching Podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

Preview for Later Today: Mary Anastasia O'Grady criticizes the U.S. State Department's strategy in Venezuela. She argues that relying on the corrupt Maduro regime for stability after natural disasters is a "bad bet" that hinders a democratic transition. (5)11948

Welcome to a packed double-feature appetizer of The Straight Dope Show (Episodes 362 & 363), where hosts El Uno and TraB the Wonder deliver raw, unfiltered perspectives on hip-hop royalty, media representation, and the illusion of the entertainment industry.The guys kick off with a deep dive into the fallout of the Drake vs. Kendrick beef, breaking down why the industry flipped on "the King" as soon as blood was in the water and examining the hidden cost of the infamous Drake stimulus package. The conversation hits a heavy philosophical note as they tackle why society constantly tells Black creators to remain humble, contrasting it with global excellence and the struggle for true potential.Later, they pull back the curtain on Hollywood and streaming networks, detailing how corporations use Black trauma content and legacy representation (Spawn, Blade, and Static Shock) to drive engagement when numbers are low. From analyzing Tyler Perry's cinematic commerce model to laughing about hood classics, nothing is off-limits. Finally, they weigh in on the massive controversy surrounding Lil Wayne's Super Bowl snub in New Orleans, evaluate Taylor Swift's powerful stance against AI and political rallies, and call out the ridiculous fan outrage over Caitlin Clark simply liking a post telling people to vote.Experience the culture raw and unfiltered! Download the Rock Da Crowd TV app on your mobile device today to take The Straight Dope Show everywhere you go—on the plane, on the bus, or right in your ear pod when you should be paying attention.00:00:07 – The Drake vs. Kendrick fallout: Why the kingdom turned on the King and the reality of the OVO sound theft.00:04:24 – The trap of being humble: Rejecting deference, celebrating greatness, and striving for your true potential.00:07:04 – Tyreek Hill's police detainment and the immediate media script.00:07:52 – The Netflix play: Relying on Black content (The Deliverance, Tyler Perry films) to boost struggling streaming numbers.00:11:13 – The evolution of Black superhero representation: From Spawn and Blade to DC fumbling Static Shock.00:13:42 – Art vs. Commerce: Defending Tyler Perry's business model, Alex Cross, and why people watch content they claim to hate just to tweet about it.00:17:51 – Hood classics vs. Black success films: Remembering Boyz n the Hood, Boomerang, and Mo' Money.00:20:36 – Super Bowl halftime show theories: Did Kendrick and Drake have a sit-down before the beef?.00:22:28 – The Lil Wayne Super Bowl snub: A critical look at his global discography, his legendary mixtape run, and OVO taking over Young Money.00:29:44 – Industry puppets: Stephen A. Smith's professionalism double standards with Chad Ochocinco, plus Shannon Sharpe and Katt Williams.00:32:46 – Taylor Swift taking a stand: Drawing a hard line against AI likeness, political campaigns, and Travis Kelce's look.00:37:04 – The WNBA political crossfire: Caitlin Clark (CeCe), the sports media circus, and toxic fan bases crashing out over a voting post.

അവൻ്റെ വഴിയിൽ നടക്കുക | Walk In His Way | Malayalam Christian Message | Br. Damien Antony | Morning Glory 1965 | 08 July 2026ജീവിതത്തിൽ എങ്ങോട്ട് പോകണമെന്നറിയാതെ ഭാരപ്പെടുന്നവരും ഭാവിയെ ഓർത്തു നീറുന്നവരും ഇതൊന്നു കേൾക്കൂ! നിങ്ങളുടെ ചുവടുകളെ കൃത്യതയോടെ നയിക്കാൻ സ്വർഗ്ഗത്തിൽ നിന്നും ഒരു വഴികാട്ടിയുണ്ട്.This foundational Malayalam Christian message reveals how to accurately walk in His way by actively yielding to the divine guidance of the Holy Spirit. If you are battling worry, deep-seated stress and situational anxiety about your hidden future, understand that the Comforter does not just offer emotional consolation; He acts as your personal supernatural guide who perfectly knows the final destination, the exact timing and every hidden danger or enemy plot laid against your life. Relying on Isaiah 48:17, Psalm 32:8, and John 16:13, this teaching outlines four structural pillars of spiritual direction.ദൈവവചനത്തിൻ്റെ അനുഗ്രഹങ്ങൾക്കായി Blessing Today ചാനൽ ഇപ്പോൾ തന്നെ Subscribe ചെയ്യൂ! ✨പുതിയ വീഡിയോകൾക്കായി Bell Icon അമർത്തുക.

Behavioral health rarely gets the funding or attention it deserves. Relying on makeshift tracking for controlled substances is a massive liability.David Wilson, Vice President of Business Development at AdvancedMD, sat down with Healthcare IT Today to share the origin story of their new eMAR solution. He breaks down why mental health practices are shifting care in-house to combat shrinking reimbursements. You will learn how this targeted software rollout solves point-of-care medication administration and keeps organizations completely compliant.

In this episode of Don't Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study 2 Kings 16–25, following the final years of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah. As one kingdom falls and another struggles to survive, these chapters reveal that the greatest danger was never the nations surrounding them, but the slow drift of hearts turning away from God. Even in seasons of decline, the Lord continued to invite His people to return, reminding us that repentance is always an invitation to come home. Through the faithful examples of Hezekiah and Josiah, we see what it looks like to seek God with a whole heart. They opened the doors of the temple, restored true worship, gathered the people, rediscovered the scriptures, and removed anything that drew hearts away from the Lord. Their stories remind us that spiritual renewal often begins with small, intentional choices to place God first, trust His voice, and create room for His presence in our lives. This episode also explores the voices we choose to listen to. While the enemy filled God's people with fear, doubt, and discouragement, the scriptures continually pointed them back to truth, hope, and covenant promises. Whether through worship, scripture study, generosity, or quiet acts of repentance, every step toward God helped retune hearts that had slowly drifted out of harmony. The Lord never stopped inviting His people to return, no matter how far they had wandered. Although these chapters record the fall of kingdoms and the sorrow of exile, they end with a quiet reminder that God is never finished with His people. Even after loss and captivity, He continued preparing the way for restoration. The same promise is true today. No matter where our story has taken us, the Lord continues to call us back, restore what has been broken, and remind us that with Him, our story is never over. Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 05:36 Kings vs Chronicles narratives 08:45 King Ahaz adopts foreign altar design 12:27 Life's guitar strings and faith 16:30 Reflecting on Personal Accountability 17:45 Relying on faith in hard times 20:30 Repetitive cycles in human life 25:35 Repairing Doors and Hearts 29:32 Embracing sudden change through faith 32:11 Discussing Passover timing changes 34:00 Embracing joyful persistence 38:45 Singing enthusiastically in church 41:21 Hezekiah's faith and success 44:20 Inviting everyone to the covenant 48:37 Using scripture to guide life 51:23 Destroying the old altar 54:31 Jacob Becomes Israel 57:08 Reflecting on Faith and Priorities 59:28 Jehoiakin's partial restoration Sign up for the Don't Miss This newsletter at www.dontmissthisstudy.com #dontmissthis #comefollowme NEWSLETTER LINK: The Don't Miss This video, the prayer poster, and tip-ins for kids, teens, couples and individuals can all be found in this week's newsletter. Sign-up link in bio if you haven't had a chance yet!! www.dontmissthisstudy.com Instagram: @dontmissthisstudy Podcast: Don't Miss This Study Facebook: Don't Miss This Study Follow Grace Instagram @thisweeksgrace Follow David Instagram: @mrdavebutler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrdavebutler/ Subscribe to the Don't Miss This App https://www.dontmissthisstudy.com/app

Here is a detailed breakdown of the July 5, 2026, worship service and Pastor Rhonda Davis's message, organized with clear section headers, bulleted highlights, and a complete Scripture Index. Service Overview & Pre-Sermon Highlights Location: Church of the Harvest (TL Lowry Center) Special Occasion: Independence Day Weekend & America's 250th Anniversary Celebration I. Praise, Worship & Altar Ministry Opening Prayer: The service opened with a focus on celebrating both national freedom and the ultimate freedom found in Christ, inviting the Holy Spirit to fill the room. Miracle & Prayer Focus: Believers were invited to join their faith with the prayer teams at the altars to see God work miracles, declaring that every need must bow to the name of Jesus. Underground Church Reflection: Preachers reminded the congregation of the immense privilege of public worship, noting that members of underground churches globally meet in secret and worship with unprompted passion despite the threat of death. II. Sovereign Moves: Recent Testimonies Pastor Rhonda invited members to share their recent experiences from the unique altar ministry lines held the previous week: Tina Toles: Shared that despite initial fear and hesitation to step into the prayer line, she experienced an overwhelming, unprecedented power of the Holy Spirit that left her with a deep, lasting peace throughout her work week at Chick-fil-A. KK (Mrs. Smith): Expressed that after a period of being away from church and feeling like she was simply "floating" through life, stepping into the line brought an immediate sense of peace. Pastor Rhonda ministered to her, saying, "God said, I am yours," validating a real, physical encounter with the Holy Spirit. III. Harvest Announcements Wednesday Night Series: Summer in the Psalms continues this Wednesday at 7:00 PM at the TL Lowry Center, featuring Pastor Joe Robinson teaching from Psalm 139. Next Sunday Guest Speaker: Welcoming back Lori Wilke, an anointed speaker, singer, and author with a deep prophetic teaching edge. Community Outreach Impact: Pastor Rhonda thanked the church for its continued financial stewardship, highlighting recent works funded by tithes and offerings: reaching the homeless, jail/prison ministries, assisting single mothers, and completely covering the rent for a local family in dire straits. Special Presentation: 250th Celebrate Freedom Tribute Led by Army Veteran Michael Cook (who served 10 years stateside), the service paused to honor first responders and military veterans present in the congregation: Veteran / First Responder Branch / Conflict Bob Rumbaugh U.S. Army (Gulf War) & Naval Reserve (3 Years) Ralph Steven Beavers U.S. Army Zachary Wages U.S. Army Kit Carson Local Firefighter / First Responder Dale Perkins U.S. Air Force Michelle Hill U.S. Navy James Henry U.S. Army (Staff Sergeant) Liliana Henry U.S. Army (Private First Class) Presentation of the Colors: The United States flag was formally presented by Tina Toles, a retired Master Sergeant who served 21.5 years in the U.S. Air Force Air Combat Command, with deployments to Japan, Turkey, Germany, and Italy. Tribute Video: A special media presentation featuring interviews with church children and reflections on "American Grit," the founding fathers, and the constitutional right to pursue happiness was highlighted and credited to Austin and the media team. Sermon Outline: "Freedom Worth Celebrating" Preacher: Pastor Rhonda Davis I. Point 1: Land of the Free, Home of the Redeemed The Odds of Grace: Statistically, based on global birth rates, an individual has only a 2% to 3% chance of being born in the United States. A Beacon of Light: Over its 250-year history, America has outlasted its accusers, remaining a democracy through civil war, internal discourse, and external enemies. The nation historically leads the world in sending Christian missionaries to foreign sands and outspends the next three runner-up nations combined in global disaster relief. The Call to Stand: Reading from Galatians 5:1, the church is reminded that Christ sets us free for the purpose of living in actual freedom. Believers must actively choose never to be entangled again by a yoke of spiritual slavery. II. Point 2: Freedom Has a Price The Winter of 1777 (Valley Forge): To understand the value of freedom, Pastor Rhonda recalled General George Washington leading 12,000 under-resourced men into Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, after devastating defeats. 2,000 soldiers died from cold, starvation, and disease. Out of sheer desperation, men boiled their shoe leather for sustenance and left trails of blood in the snow from bare, frostbitten feet—yet they refused to surrender because they believed freedom outweighed personal comfort. The Cost of Spiritual Liberty (Calvary): Moving from Valley Forge to the hill of Calvary, Jesus Christ endured the ultimate price for human liberty. As prophesied in Isaiah 52:14, He was beaten beyond human recognition. Though He possessed the immediate power to call down 10000 angels (Matthew 26), He chose to stay on the cross because He determined our freedom was worth the price. III. Point 3: Two Freedoms, One Source Inherent Human Dignity: True liberty—both the civil freedom to vote and live without government interference, and spiritual freedom—stems from a singular source: God Himself. Because God is free by nature, and because humans are uniquely made in His image (Genesis 1:27), every individual possesses inherent, sacred dignity. The Living Room Jail Cell: Quoting Galatians 5:1 from The Message, Pastor Rhonda warned against trying to add legalism to grace. Living a restricted, legalistic life after being saved is equivalent to being liberated from a maximum-security prison only to build a voluntary jail cell right inside your own living room. IV. Point 4: Don't Go Back to Chains Guarding Against Apathy: History shows nations are rarely conquered by sudden external conquest; instead, they fall through internal apathy and gradually forgetting what it cost to obtain their liberty. Pastor Rhonda recalled a WallBuilders podcast interview by historian David Barton featuring a Washington State pastor who had to sue the government in 2020 because secular establishments were permitted to stay open while churches faced criminal misdemeanors for outdoor worship and singing. Identifying Modern Chains: The enemy constantly attempts to lure believers back into old bondages. These chains manifest as: Rehearsing past failures on a continuous mental playlist. Slipping back into toxic, generational family mindsets. Trapping oneself in people-pleasing loops and performance mentalities. Prophetic Deliverance: Pastor Rhonda shared a personal moment from her youth when minister Billy Burke gave her a word detailing a "ball and chain" around her ankle representing the conditional expectations of others. Breaking that chain requires standing firm—derived from the Greek word stekete, meaning to stubbornly hold your ground, defend your position, and completely refuse to be moved. V. Point 5: How to Steward and Stand Firm in Liberty Know What You Have: You cannot properly steward what you do not understand. Taking inventory of spiritual rights reveals that there is zero condemnation for those in Christ (Romans 8:1), sin is no longer your master (Romans 6:14), and the same Holy Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives inside you (Romans 8:11). Pastor Rhonda referenced a 2022 table talk discussion with Lance Wallnau and Cindy Murdock, recalling Wallnau's story of Donald Trump in 2015 challenging silent ministers to defend their biblical rights, which later resulted in the executive repeal of the restrictive Johnson Amendment. Use Freedom for Something Greater: Freedom is never the final destination; it is simply the vehicle. According to Galatians 5:13, liberty must never be used to satisfy selfish, sinful natures, but rather to serve one another in love. The sacrifices of past generations are dignified when we use our voices to speak truth with grace and act as the hands and feet of Jesus to help the homeless, the prisoner, and the vulnerable. Let the Holy Spirit Lead: Believers must maintain an open mind to how God wants to uniquely deploy their skills, influence, and talents across different seasons of life. It does not require unusual human ability to shift the world—only a caring heart, a determined mind, and a willing spirit. VI. Conclusion: Intercession for the Land The Command to Pray: Aligning with 1 Timothy 2:1-2, the church corporate is called to make supplications, prayers, and intercessions for all people, explicitly including kings and all secular authorities, so that believers may lead quiet, peaceful, and godly lives. A Promise of Healing: God is not finished with America. Relying on Lamentations 3:23 (His mercies are new every morning) and the covenant promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14, the church closed by corporate prayer, repenting of negative mindsets, asking for systemic healing from the White House to the communities, and calling a wayward generation back into their divine identity. Scripture Index Here are the primary scriptures read, cited, or expounded upon during the service: Psalm 139 (Referenced) – The focal text announced for the upcoming Wednesday night teaching by Pastor Joe Robinson. Galatians 5:1 > "Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage." (Also quoted from The Message: "Christ has set us free to live a free life. So take your stand! Never again let anyone put a harness of slavery on you.") Isaiah 52:14 (Referenced) – The prophetic description of the Messiah being marred and beaten beyond human recognition. Matthew 26 (Referenced) – Jesus declaring He could command twelve legions of angels to deliver Him, yet choosing the cross. Genesis 1:27 > "So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them." Romans 6:14 > "For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace." Romans 8:1 (Referenced) – There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus. Romans 8:11 > "But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you." Galatians 5:13 > "For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another." 1 Timothy 2:1-2 > "I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty." Lamentations 3:22-23 (Referenced) – The Lord's mercies are not consumed; they are new every morning: great is Thy faithfulness. 2 Chronicles 7:14 > "If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." Numbers 6:24-26 (The Benediction) > "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace." "Thanks for listening! For more information, visit churchoftheharvest.com. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and YouTube @cothcleveland.

Relying entirely on the insular viewpoints of dense urban ad hubs can expose enterprise brand campaigns to immediate audience alienation and irreversible reputation damage.Dylan Conroy sits down with Matt Mazzone, Chief Creative Officer at LSKR, to map out the corporate framework used to ground creative assets in nationwide consumer data and business fundamentals.Restructuring Insights: How to gather balanced market facts that capture Middle America demographics to de-risk multi-market funnels.The AEO Optimization Playbook: The technical strategy needed to secure authoritative brand citations inside Large Language Model layouts.Risk and Reputation Defense: Utilizing academic data filters to screen creative concepts and avoid catastrophic campaign blunders.Protecting Shareholder Value: Why C-suite marketing directors must prioritize bottom-line financial health over insular design trends.Matt Mazzone is a prominent public relations executive and the Chief Creative Officer at LSKR, where he directs international brand development, crisis management strategy, and platform-agnostic media deployment.Connect with Matt Mazzone on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-j-mazzone/Explore the LSKR Corporate Strategy Catalog: https://wearelskr.com/Scale your multi-channel automated performance media investments with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Follow host Dylan Conroy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

Virginia's employment laws have undergone a massive transformation, shifting from standard federal alignment- to some of the most robust state-specific worker protections in the country. In this episode of The Job Judge, host Karen Michael and guest employment lawyer Faith Alejandro, break down what this "new normal" means for business owners, HR professionals, and employees.https://www.sandsanderson.com/"I'll be the judge of that!"The Job Judge Podcast is a podcast for anyone who works. This is not legal advice! Engaging and informative, it's a must-listen/watch for any manager, business owner, HR professional, or anyone who works. Relying on three decades of experience as an employment law attorney and HR Executive, Karen Michael uses real case studies in the news and navigates through the legal landmines and workplace dysfunction that we know is probably happening right now in your organization.

Tech commentator Alex Sims looks at increasing complaints about Google's search results - can you really find what you're looking for or is it more of an advertising delivery vehicle? And how trustworthy are the AI summaries that now appear at the top? Alex details examples of where AI has got professionals into trouble, for not verifying the information they've used in the job. Alex Sims is a Professor in the Department of Commercial Law at the University of Auckland Business School and an expert on blockchain technology, copyright law and consumer law.

Relying on traditional demographic categories and static company profiles can expose enterprise brands to high campaign fragmentation and falling consumer resonance.Dylan Conroy sits down with Chaucer Barnes, Chief Marketing Officer at Translation and UnitedMasters, to analyze the framework for converting standard ethnic marketing models into unfragmented identity tracking networks.Shifting to Identity Networks: Why targeting active psychographic subcultures (sports, music, entertainment) outperforms old demographic data blocks.The Product-as-Canvas Model: Strategic guidelines from Vans and Converse on turning consumer goods into creative self-expression platforms.Real-World Visibility Engineering: Bypassing laptop presentation decks to maintain consistent real-world hubs that secure B2B connections.Intersecting Peak Ambition: The business development strategy used to lock down long-term contracts during key industry planning cycles.Chaucer Barnes is a prominent brand strategist and the Chief Marketing Officer at Translation and UnitedMasters, where he commands international client growth, context planning, and direct artist monetization networks.Connect with Chaucer Barnes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaucer-barnes-98a8545/Explore the Translation Agency Optimization Portfolio: https://translationllc.com/Optimize your automated performance media returns with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/

Relying entirely on static slide portfolios can expose emerging creative agencies to declining client conversion rates and high procurement resistance.Dylan Conroy sits down with Damaune Journey, Global Chief Growth Officer at 72andSunny, to outline the structural framework used to transition legacy account acquisition models into unfragmented experiential marketing networks.Experiential New Business Engines: How deploying original live real estate across global forums acts as a walking case study to close enterprise accounts.Direct Talent Architectures: Why bypassing legacy representation networks to build text-chain relationships with athletes uncovers authentic brand storytelling lines.High-Performance Workforce Design: Tactical lessons from Doc Rivers and Candace Parker on applying sports team metrics to manage corporate groups.The Collective Scale Playbook: How 72andSunny restructured its international presence across six global offices to support global brand allocations.Damaune Journey is an experienced global client strategist and the Global Chief Growth Officer at 72andSunny, commanding multi-continental agency footprints, high-prestige brand operations, and omni-channel conversion loops.Connect with Damaune Journey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damaunejourney/Explore the 72andSunny Global Collective Framework: https://www.72andsunny.com/Optimize your automated performance media channel returns with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Follow host Dylan Conroy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

Relying entirely on point-of-sale merchant channels can leave fintech platforms exposed to low consumer visibility and channel dependencies.Dylan Conroy sits down with Shachar Scott, Chief Marketing Officer at Sunbit, to map out the operational framework used to transition legacy merchant infrastructure into an unfragmented consumer brand footprint.Moving Past Transaction Layers: How to structure a direct consumer brand that transcends merchant checkout counters to capture top-of-wallet placement.Accelerated Corporate Modernization: The behind-the-scenes mechanics of executing an enterprise rebrand within an intense 60-day operational window.Predictive Risk Engineering: Why deploying machine-learning loops to analyze full financial histories delivers personalized options within 0.00003 seconds.Radical Timelines Flattening: Leveraging automated orchestration platforms to condense campaign delivery loops from weeks to hours.Shachar Scott is a veteran technology marketing strategist and the Chief Marketing Officer at Sunbit, directing global brand narrative, machine-learning data integrations, and omni-channel client scale for an enterprise holding over 5.5 million consumers.Connect with Shachar Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shacharscott/Explore the Sunbit Personal Finance Roadmap: https://sunbit.com/Optimize your automated performance media channels with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Follow host Dylan Conroy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

Building a content ecosystem, turning readers into buyers, and solving problems for your audience with Emily Baksa. ----- Welcome to episode 577 of The Food Blogger Pro Podcast! This week on the podcast, Bjork interviews Emily Baksa from Craveworthy Copy. How to Stop Relying on Traffic and Start Building a Business Most food bloggers think about monetization in terms of ads, sponsored content, and affiliate marketing. But what if your content could do something more — actively nurturing readers into buyers and building a business that doesn't depend entirely on traffic? In this episode Emily and Bjork dig into the full picture of how to build a content ecosystem that converts — from the copy on your homepage to your email opt-ins to the products and experiences you sell. They talk about why your email list is the single most powerful connection-building tool you have and why you should focus on solving problems and offering solutions for your audience. Bjork also shares how Pinch of Yum made the leap into selling meal plans and got comfortable with selling — and why starting simpler than you think you need to is almost always the right move. Three episode takeaways: The three types of content every food blogger needs (and how they work together) — Emily breaks down the content framework she uses with food creator clients: visibility content (getting found), connection content (fostering relationships), and trust-building content (positioning you as the go-to resource). She and Bjork talk about how these three types of content form a marketing funnel and how shifting your focus from generating more traffic to building a more loyal audience changes everything about how you show up as a creator. How to get started selling products — Whether it's a meal plan, course, membership, or digital download, Emily makes the case that most food bloggers are closer to selling a product than they think. She walks through how to use lead magnets as beta tests to validate a concept before you invest in building it out and why solving one problem really well will always outperform trying to solve ten problems at once. How to get comfortable with selling and overcome the identity crisis that comes with it — For many food bloggers, the leap from free content creator to product seller comes with a real psychological hurdle. Bjork and Emily discuss how a focused niche makes both your marketing and your products stronger and how to position and market yourself in a way that feels authentic rather than salesy. Resources: Craveworthy Copy Plays Well With Butter 1000 True Fans Gro.co Tastemaker Manychat Pinch of Yum Follow Emily on Instagram and LinkedIn Join the Food Blogger Pro Podcast Facebook Group Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is sponsored by Yoast. Interested in working with us too? Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities and how to get started here. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions for interviews, be sure to email them to podcast@foodbloggerpro.com. Learn more about joining the Food Blogger Pro community at foodbloggerpro.com/membership.

As streaming behavior dominates the living room, Vizio's operating system has claimed the top spot in U.S. television sales by turning the home screen into an active search and discovery storefront. In this exclusive Cannes interview, Chief Revenue Officer Mike O'Donnell explains how partnering with Walmart Connect allows advertisers to move beyond last-click attribution and track the complete customer path from initial TV exposure to final purchase. Key Highlights

Relying purely on disruptive digital banner ads can expose consumer brands to high audience fatigue and lower conversion performance.Dylan Conroy sits down with Melissa Hobley, Global CMO of Tinder, to analyze the framework for converting core product insights into unfragmented vertical entertainment networks.The Branded Entertainment Pivot: Why integrating product breakthroughs into original show IP beats traditional commercial models.Native Vertical Mobile Design: The production requirements of filming natively in a 9:16 aspect ratio to maximize mobile video views.Storytelling Beyond Algorithms: Evolving digital application frameworks to address social isolation and encourage real-world interaction.Social Network Co-Creation: The business strategy for building distribution deals with networks like TikTok and ITV.Melissa Hobley is an experienced consumer lifestyle executive and the Global CMO of Tinder, where she commands international brand architecture, co-created media licensing, and cross-platform mobile marketing campaigns.Connect with Melissa Hobley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissahobley/Explore the Tinder Product Feature Roadmap: https://tinder.com/Optimize your cross-channel automated media performance with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Follow host Dylan Conroy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

Relying entirely on dry corporate updates can leave B2B marketing teams with falling click-through rates and high target audience indifference. Dylan Conroy sits down with Heather Freeland, Chief Brand Officer at LinkedIn, to unpack the operational blueprint for converting cold company pages into unfragmented human storytelling networks.The Verified Identity Blueprint: How building an identity layer using third-party validation tools removes anonymous online noise to protect brand safety.The Creator Marketplace Engine: Navigating the platform's custom portal to connect enterprise brands with authoritative, professional voices.The 10x Engagement Lift: Deconstructing the data metrics behind Thought Leader Ads and sponsored employee accounts.Defeating Content Dilution: Why human personal narrative serves as the ultimate creative defense against automated AI-generated noise.Heather Hopkins Freeland is a prominent brand executive and the Chief Brand Officer at LinkedIn, commanding international consumer marketing, creator product implementation, and cross-channel community strategy.Connect with Heather Freeland on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hhfreeland/Explore the LinkedIn Creator Marketplace: https://www.linkedin.com/Optimize your automated performance media channels with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Follow host Dylan Conroy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

Relying entirely on old web index approaches can leave enterprise brands facing severe visibility loss as generative search systems change consumer behavior.Dylan Conroy sits down with Dean Broadhead, Founder and CEO of Broadhead, to analyze the framework for converting corporate public relations into unfragmented Answer Engine Optimization networks.The AEO Playbook: How structuring digital assets for LLM indexing protects market placement as traditional web traffic falls.Surviving Zero-Click Search: The technical strategy required to secure direct machine citations inside automated layouts.The Emotional Procurement Stake: Re-engineering B2B creative assets to handle individual job security risks among buyers.Corporate Visibility Mandates: Why developing visible personal branding channels for executives drives modern customer pipelines.Dean Broadhead is an experienced brand strategist and the Founder and CEO of broadhead, commanding a 150-person independent full-service agency network that directs performance media integrations across major B2B and B2C channels.Connect with Dean Broadhead on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/broadheadco/Explore the Broadhead Agency Optimization Catalog: https://broadheadco.com/Optimize your automated performance media channels with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Follow host Dylan Conroy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

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Relying purely on programmatic platform distribution can expose heritage brands to message fragmentation and diminish overall user trust. Dylan Conroy sits down with Elizabeth Herbst-Brady, Chief Revenue Officer at Condé Nast, to map out the playbook for transitioning legacy publishing systems into unfragmented multimedia networks.Strategic Brand Modernization: How Condé Nast restructures traditional print portfolios to command billions of cross-channel video views.Purposeful Large Language Model Licensing: The commercial strategy behind partnering with frontier AI labs to establish clear content protection guardrails.Experiential Revenue Optimization: Deconstructing the business design behind a 40% year-over-year jump across high-end real-world media properties.Neurological Pattern Interruption: Reviewing Harvard and NIH data patterns to explain the transactional value of face-to-face dealmaking forums.Elizabeth Herbst-Brady is a prominent advertising executive and the Chief Revenue Officer at Condé Nast, directing international ad monetization, strategic platform alignment, and e-commerce growth networks for premium properties including Vogue, Wired, and The New Yorker.Connect with Elizabeth Herbst-Brady on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethherbstbrady/Explore the Condé Nast Multimedia Portfolio: https://www.condenast.com/Optimize your automated performance media ad channels with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Follow host Dylan Conroy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/Know more about Cannes Lions: https://www.canneslions.com/

Relying entirely on isolated creative concepts during agency reviews can leave enterprise brands without clear blueprints for real-world execution. Dylan Conroy sits down with Laura McAllister Davis, Chief Client Officer of Publicis Production U.S., to examine the framework for positioning scalable production assets at the core of multi-channel brand distribution networks.The Production Pitch Imperative: Why connecting execution capabilities with live cultural trends serves as a decisive differentiator in major agency reviews.Unified Creator Ecosystems: The strategic business reason for combining broad influencer networks with internal tabletop studios to optimize content velocity.Navigating Compressed Cycles: How to manage tight, six-hour production windows to capitalize on social trends without losing message quality.Practical Workspace Automation: Shifting routine administration like call sheets and pre-production packaging to digital tools to free up senior creative leadership.Laura McAllister Davis is an experienced brand and agency executive, serving as the Chief Client Officer at Publicis Production U.S., where she commands global client strategy, scalable production pipelines, and unfragmented creative operations.Connect with Laura McAllister Davis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-mcallister-davis-3b03657/Explore Publicis Production Capabilities: https://www.publicisgroupe.com/Optimize your multi-channel digital performance with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Follow host Dylan Conroy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/Know more about Cannes Lions: https://www.canneslions.com/

Finding enlightenment; Knowledge as a source?; Letting God into your heart and mind; DEI and meritocracy; Requiring ID?; The WORD of God - right reason; The WAY of Christ; Inspiration; Subjection to your choices; "No Kings"?; Networking; Christ's commands; "Corban"; Scillitan martyrs; Natural Law vs Civil Law; Waiting upon the Lord; Seeking the kingdom and righteousness of God; "Born again"; Tribalism; Personal comfort and self-righteousness; Meditation and prayer; Living in the way of Christ; Saturninus; Contracting with the United States; Intelligent design; Motherhood?; Patriarchy?; Who's your daddy?; Learning History; Gathering in Tens, Hundreds and Thousands; Repentance; Mental influences; Socialism - one purse; Becoming merchandise; North African Christians; Pure Religion; Lawmakers?; "We The People"?; Asking "AI"?; Saturninus trial of Christians; August Caesar - Commander-in-Chief; Julius Caesar story; Making war profitable; Nuances of History; Appetites for benefits degenerating the people; Caesar's other office = "Son of God"; Legal charity; Justin's apology explaining their religion; Deacons; Bishops; Modern "church" dependency on world government; Christian social welfare; Temples; Debasing currency; Public vs Private relation; Fornication and Adultery; "Gemini" AI - Rome vs early Church; Capitalism; Rome judging Christians as evil; Relying 100% on Pure Religion; Sitting in darkness; Getting back to the light; Trust in the Lord; Curae inonae; "gods"; Lacking morality; Biting our neighbors; Caring for parents; 10-family synagogues; Pax Romana; Genius; Walking in forgiveness; Rulers choosing for you; Returning every man to possessions and family; Allegiance; Salvation; James 1:27; AI defining Pure Religion; Coercion of the State; Collective darkness; Freewill offerings; Agape love/charity; Free bread and circuses; Emperor's right to behead the Christians?

Send us an email @ info@parentcoachesunleashed.com SummaryTeaching children about their bodies and hygiene works best when parents model behaviors rather than point out flaws or impose rules. Over time, kids internalize standards through observation more effectively than through criticism.Relying on modeling fosters genuine confidence and autonomy, reducing the risk of shame or rebellion. It shifts the parent's role from policing to guiding, which has lasting effects on self-esteem and self-care habits.Instead of pointing out blemishes or hair growth, parents demonstrate routines like skincare or proper hygiene, then let kids take lead as they grow, encouraging self-awareness without judgment.

Relying on traditional commercial templates often leads to forgettable ad campaigns that fail to hold consumer interest in an over-saturated digital marketplace.In this episode, Dylan Conroy interviews Andrew Panay, Founder and CEO of Panay Films, to unpack the operational blueprint for applying a cinematic storytelling lens to global brand distribution.The Filmmaker-Talent Alignment: Why shifting from work-for-hire contracts to co-creative artist partnerships unlocks authentic, high-impact celebrity campaigns.The Tactile Hook Blueprint: How Panay Films condensed complex Microsoft hardware engineering down to a single sensory logline that drove immediate conversions.Packaging Corporate Origins: Applying the classic cinematic hero's journey framework to turn corporate historical struggles into engaging branded content.Setting Generative Guardrails: Why elite creative leaders restrict automated software systems to post-production workflows to defend against content copying.Andrew Panay is a prominent film producer and the Founder and CEO of Panay Films, directing high-tier branded content execution and artist-led commercial pipelines for market giants like Microsoft and T-Mobile.Connect with Andrew Panay on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewpanay/Explore the Panay Films Production Catalog: https://panayfilms.com/Scale your cross-channel performance media spend with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-performance-marketing/Follow host Dylan Conroy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

Relying entirely on traditional retail pathways can expose emerging food brands to high slotting fee barriers and logistical disruptions.In this episode, Dylan Conroy interviews Starr Edwards, Founder and CEO of Bitchin' Sauce, to examine the operational framework for scaling a bootstrapped community recipe into 7,000 grocery store locations worldwide.The Farmers Market Engine: How tracking early velocity data gives founders the proof of concept needed to attract top big-box retail buyers.The Mechanics of Cold Pressure: Adopting High-Pressure Processing (HPP) to address high-altitude shipping limitations without adding artificial chemical preservatives.Proactive Human Resources Design: An inside look at the "Bitchin' Kids" program, showing how company-supported childcare options help manage workforce turnover.Multi-Category Brand Extensions: The business strategy for moving into complementary product lines to capture valuable grocery real estate.Starr Edwards is an experienced consumer-products creator and the Founder and CEO of Bitchin' Sauce, where she directs international grocery expansion, ingredient compliance, and community-positioning assets.Connect with Starr Edwards on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/starr-edwards/Explore the Bitchin' Sauce Clean-Label Framework: https://bitchinsauce.com/Optimize your multi-channel digital media performance with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Follow host Dylan Conroy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

Principals say some under-pressure teachers are essentially teaching to scripts as they get to grips with new maths and English curriculums. Education correspondent John Gerritsen reports.

Thom welcomes Dr. Chris Lohrstorfer, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Enrollment and Professor of Wesleyan Theology at Wesley Biblical Seminary. He talks about how many pastors ascribe to theologically orthodox trinitarianism, but haven't really thought through what it means for their ministry, especially the fullness of the role of the Holy Spirit. As a pastor himself and an educator of pastors, he is seeing the surprising shifts that can happen when the light bulb switches on for leaders about what it means to partner with the Spirit in ministry. The post Why Too Many Pastors Are Not Fully Relying on the Holy Spirit appeared first on Church Answers.

8 Shopify marketing growth strategies for brands of all sizes and niches, who want ecommerce growth. This week, Nick Trueman from Spec Digital and the Winning With Shopify Podcast host outlines 8 Shopify Growth Strategies that businesses cannot ignore. Nick's been running his ⁠PPC & SEO Agency,⁠ Spec Digital since 2007 and has serviced thousands of brands over that time. Nick shares his top tips for growing (or aspiring) Shopify Stores on things they can't neglect, based on his extensive experience of things going well for brands, or, falling apart. In this episode, you'll learn: - The secret 8 strategies that generate ecommerce growth for brands- Hidden opportunities to scale up your Shopify Store setup and performance- How to protect Shopify product margins whilst growing 0:00 Introduction – Winning With Shopify Podcast1:15 The Dangerous Mistake of Relying on One Marketing Channel4:00 Paid Ads vs Organic Growth: Why You Need Both6:15 The Hidden Revenue Opportunity Most Brands Ignore8:25 How to Win Back Customers Who Stopped Buying10:45 Why Great Products Still Fail (And How to Fix It)13:00 Turn Existing Customers Into Your Best Sales Team15:00 The Profit Margin Strategy That Fuels Faster Growth17:00 Building a Business That Doesn't Depend on One Person18:30 The 8 Growth Strategies Every Shopify Brand Needs19:48 Final ThoughtsWinning With Shopify is the podcast for Shopify store owners who want to grow revenue, increase conversions, and scale their ecommerce brand. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.Seguno: Shopify Email Marketing Listeners get a free customer analysis and strategy session with an email expert. https://www.seguno.com/winning-with-shopify-podcastYoast: Shopify SEO. Listeners get 15% off Shopify and Wordpress, with code WWS15 https://yoast.comInventory Planner: Shopify Inventory Management Listeners can join a free 7-Day inventory bootcamp https://info.brightpearl.com/winning-with-shopify-holiday-planning-bootcampTaxCloud: Shopify Sales Tax Managment. Listeners get free Migration onboarding, as a Winning With Shopify Listenerhttps://taxcloud.com/winning

Feds seize alleged cyber-scam infrastructure Dragos unveils AI for OT security Scattered Spider hackers plead guilty Get the show notes here: https://cisoseries.com/cybersecurity-news-feds-seize-scam-infrastructure-dragos-unveils-ai-for-ot-security-scattered-spider-hackers-plead-guilty/ Huge thanks to our episode sponsor, Guardsquare Is your mobile app truly protected? Relying on the OS isn't enough. A global study of thirteen-hundred security and developer leaders found that ninety-six percent of teams using layered protection reported significantly fewer security incidents. Don't wait for a breach to harden your defenses. Get the protection needed for modern secuirty risks. Learn more at Guardsquare.com.

Are you truly in control of the demand for your short-term rentals, or have you quietly outsourced it to the OTAs without even realizing it? Relying solely on large platforms means you don't actually own your customer base; the hosts who master true demand generation are the ones who will thrive in the next phase of our industry.In this episode, I sit down with Amber Knight, the founder of Bookings Cloud and a seasoned veteran of vacation rental heavyweights like Vacasa, Rented, Inhabit, and LiveRez. We're unpacking what it really means to build a direct guest acquisition engine for your properties and step into true ownership of your business.We talk about:How public booking platforms control the narrative using your listing content, and why reclaiming that control is vital for long-term business survival.Why a beautiful direct booking website means nothing if it breaks guest trust by kicking them over to an unbranded, clunky PMS engine at the final step.Utilizing true paid social ads, not just boosted posts, to feed rich property data into algorithms that match your stay with the perfect guest.Why clicks on Meta can be pennies compared to dollars on Google, why you should never put pricing in your ads, and how to automate property-level campaigns at scale.Clear guidance on when to focus strictly on guest communication versus when your portfolio size justifies a full website investment.We pull back the curtain on the messy reality of data tracking and attribution in a world of privacy laws and GA4. You'll hear why diversifying your booking sources isn't just a quick fix for the low season, but a long-game retirement strategy that compounds over time and builds a business with real enterprise value.If you are ready to move from hoping bookings show up to intentionally creating your own demand, this conversation will give you the playbook. Get ready to stop letting other platforms dictate your revenue and start engineering your own growth.HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY POINTS:[01:03] A short introduction about our guests Amber Knight, and journey from growing up around vacation rentals to building a career focused on strengthening local hospitality businesses and destination communities[04:12] Amber reflects on how intentionally building a life and business through consistent daily actions creates opportunities that once seemed out of reach[06:10] Amber explains how owning guest demand has become a critical competitive advantage as short-term rental operators can no longer rely solely on OTAs to drive bookings[10:58] Amber emphasizes that successful demand generation starts with building trust and creating a direct-booking experience that converts website visitors into guests[18:24] How demand generation moves beyond simply having a trusted website and focuses on actively driving qualified traffic to it [21:07] Amber breaks down Meta advertising as a layered system—from organic content to fully automated, property-level ads—designed to turn raw property data into targeted demand at scale[28:15] Amber explains when paid social becomes viable for STR operators based on ad spend consistency and unit economics versus OTA commissions[30:40] What are the effective Meta ads for STRs rely on high-intent, property-specific visuals and structured data feeding rather than pricing-driven creatives[33:35] Amber explains that attribution is imperfect and long-term direct booking growth should be measured through influence, pacing, and consistent investment rather than immediate ROAS results[42:16] The lightning round Golden Nuggets:“It's really empowering that we each have the ability to build a business around a life that we love.”“If every day you make another step to get to the life you want, the career you want, in the place that you want, eventually you'll get there.”“A business that is sellable does not require the owner to be in the day to day.”“You can't change what happens to you, you can change how you respond to it.”Let's Connect:Website : www.bookingscloud.com Instagram : https://www.linkedin.com/company/bookingscloud/ Email : aknight@bookingscloud.comProudly sponsored by PriceLabsEnjoyed the show? Subscribe, Rate, Review, Like, and Share!

Martin Cheara is the President of Express Capital Financing, where he helps business owners secure strategic financing solutions tailored to their operational and growth needs. His experience spans working capital solutions, equipment financing, and alternative lending programs designed to help companies access capital quickly and efficiently. With a strong understanding of the small business funding landscape, Martin brings a practical and relationship-driven approach to helping entrepreneurs navigate financing challenges and identify the right funding strategies for their businesses. Martin's perspective would be especially valuable for conversations around alternative lending, business financing strategies, access to capital, and how entrepreneurs can better position themselves for funding opportunities in today's market. During the show we discuss: Why real estate financing is more about the deal than your personal profile How fix-and-flip funding actually works (and how to qualify) The difference between bridge loans, DSCR loans, and construction financing Why today's market offers more flexible lending options than ever before How to structure deals so lenders are more likely to say yes What new investors get wrong—and how to get funded even without deep experience Why relationships and strategy matter more than just "shopping rates" How to transition from short-term flips to long-term cash flow investments Resources:  Website: https://expresscapitalfinancing.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-chera-05647289/

You ask AI what’s the best brand of supplement, how to handle a tricky conversation, or whether to take the job. But what about your own inner wisdom? When was the last time you paused and asked yourself first? I’m not picking on AI or telling you not to use it. However, it’s important to tune into your inner wisdom, so it doesn’t slip into the background from lack of use. It’s like use it or lose it baby. Why We’re Outsourcing More Decisions Than Ever People have always looked outside themselves for guidance to experts, religious leaders, therapists, coaches, and even psychics, and astrologers. That’s nothing new. But AI has changed the speed of that outsourcing dramatically. Author, entrepreneur, and podcast host Tim Ferriss recently shared a transparent peak into his business. His book sales dropped over 40% in 2025 and a jaw-dropping 50% again so far in 2026. His explanation? People are skipping how-to books and long- form YouTube videos in favor of instant AI answers. This isn’t just a publishing problem. It’s a signal. We are increasingly moving away from anything that takes time. For decades we’ve had drive-through coffee, apps for finding love, and now there’s telehealth calls. But what are we missing when we skip just sitting with something and taking our time with it? Are we handing over big life decisions to something that compiles other people’s experiences rather than relying on your own? The Hidden Cost of Decision Fatigue Research suggests the average adult makes 35,000 decisions every single day. Just ordering a coffee involves cup size, hot or cold, caffeine, sweetener, milk type, and flavorings. No wonder we’re exhausted! Decision fatigue is real, and that overload pushes many of us to skip the natural process of seeking inner guidance, especially for big issues. When you’re depleted, it makes sense to look for something to ease the burden. AI is right there, fast and seemingly limitless. But that speed has a cost in terms of trusting yourself and your own inner knowing. Information and Inner Wisdom Are Not the Same This is the heart of the matter. Information is fast, external, and tells you what other people know. AI gather this information and can deliver it in seconds. On the other hand, inner wisdom is personal, earned through your lived experience, and requires time, awareness, and reflection to emerge. That is something AI will NEVER provide. For thousands of years, wisdom required effort. People took on apprenticeships, learned religious or spiritual practices, spent time in self-reflection, experienced trial and error and these paths often took years. But today, information arrives instantly. The question is are you trading the slow accumulation of wisdom for the quick hit of information? And what might you have lost as a result? 4 Things AI Cannot Do For You AI is a genuinely powerful tool for brainstorming, research, and saving time. But there are things it simply cannot tell you: Which opportunity feels right for your life Whether a relationship is for your highest good What your soul is nudging you toward What you truly want in your heart of hearts The danger isn’t that AI will replace your intuition. The danger is that you’ll skip it even after gathering information to make your final decision. This will eventually erode trust in yourself over time. A Personal Story About Self-Trust At the end of my corporate career, I took a layoff package instead of taking a position in another division of General Foods. That place was draining me of my life force. In fact, I had a recurring dream that ended one night with coming home from a business trip to find my apartment emptied out. The only thing remaining was a burned-out neon clock that had stopped working. This same clock was in my real life office. Finally, I understood I was burned out, time was up, and so I walked away. Leaving with a seven-month package, I had no plan except talking to vendors, peers, and marketing executives. I had my astrology chart done and read What Color Is Your Parachute? which was a popular self-help book on finding work you love. None of it told me what would come next. Looking back, what I find interesting is that I didn’t discover my next chapter because I found the answer. My future unfolded because I gave it room to emerge. Within six months, former colleagues started calling asking for freelance help. That became a twelve-year career freelancing for big marketing agencies with brands like AT&T, Chase Bank, and Jack Daniels. The work was on my own terms, often just four days a week. My father joked with his friends that I was semi-retired because of that schedule. That’s the difference between information and wisdom. Information shows us possibilities. Wisdom helps you recognize which possibility is right for you. And the more you connect with your intuition, the more you trust yourself because of it. Midlife Wisdom Is Powerful By midlife, you have decades of experience. You’ve survived heartbreaks, celebrated successes, made mistakes, and recognized patterns. You’ve honed your intuition through living, day by day and have built trust in yourself. Yet, most women seriously underestimate how important and valuable that truly is. I worked with a 61-year-old client who had been job hunting for a year. Convinced that ageism was closing every door, her beliefs were crowding out the value of her own qualifications and experience. After the first session working on shifting those beliefs, she recognized how much she’d been doubting herself. She chose to stop focusing on what others thought of her and rely on her own earned wisdom. Seven days later she had three interviews. Within two months she landed exactly the job she wanted. It wasn’t her circumstances that changed, but her relationship to her own inner wisdom. How to Use Both AI and Your Inner Wisdom You don’t have to choose between AI and intuition. Use them based on what each one does best: Use AI to gather information Use your mind to analyze the possibilities Use your heart to understand what things mean Use your intuition for personalized guidance of the highest nature Over the next few weeks, when something comes up, consider turning inward first. You may already know your next step. But even if you tune in after you gather information, that slowing down will help you know what is for your highest good. Key Takeaways AI provides information; only you can access your inner wisdom Decision fatigue makes it tempting to outsource even deeply personal decisions Your accumulated life experience is a resource no tool can replicate Slowing down creates the space for wisdom to emerge Trusting yourself is a practice that builds over time Frequently Asked Questions – Inner Wisdom Vs. AI What is inner wisdom and how is it different from information? Inner wisdom is the personal knowing that comes from lived experience, reflection, and self-awareness. Information is external knowledge that can be quickly retrieved from sources like AI. Wisdom is earned; information is accessed. Can AI help with personal decisions? AI can help you research options, brainstorm possibilities, and organize your thinking. But it cannot tell you what feels right for your specific life, values, or soul path. That discernment comes from within. How do I access my inner wisdom? Start by slowing down. Ask yourself: What do I already know? What feels true to me? What would I do if no one else’s opinion were available? Write down what comes up. Many people find insights arrive in quiet moments — in the shower, on a walk, or during meditation. Why do women in midlife struggle to trust their own inner wisdom? Many spiritually aware women in midlife believe they need one more course, certification, or expert opinion before they can trust themselves. In reality, decades of lived experience have already built a deep well of wisdom — it simply needs to be accessed and trusted. What is the risk of relying too heavily on AI? The risk isn’t that AI will replace your intuition. The risk is that the habit of seeking instant external answers means you stop pausing long enough to hear your own inner guidance at all. The post Is There A Risk Relying On AI Vs. Your Own Intuition? appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

The shift from traditional television to connected TV has accelerated rapidly, requiring publishers to offer both massive culture-shifting scale and ultra-precise targeting capabilities. In this deep dive, Netflix Advertising VP Nicolle Pangis pulls back the curtain on how the platform built an independent, proprietary ad server to give global brands the exact mix of automated programmatic buying and high-impact live events they need to drive measurable ROI. Key Highlights

Relying on his Journal of Libertarian Studies review essay of Kevin Carson' book on mutualism, Bob first explains--and then critiques--the labor (and cost) theory of economic value. This was not exclusively a Marxist idea; it was held by Adam Smith and other classical economists.Mentioned in the Episode and Other Links of Interest:Bob's paper in the JLS critiquing the labor theory of value.This episode's sponsor, the free Plan-B guide from ExPatMoney.Help support the Bob Murphy Show.

There are two great forces reshaping the world of energy today. The AI boom and the wave of investment in new data centres have sent power producers scrambling for generation capacity to meet soaring electricity demand. At the same time, the severe disruption to shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has put security of supply at the top of every importer's agenda. In this special episode, recorded at Wood Mackenzie's Gas, LNG and the Future of Energy Conference in London, host Ed Crooks speaks with three guests about what these twin pressures mean for gas. They discuss demand for gas for power, the sources of supply that could provide energy security in volatile times, and plans for tackling the increased greenhouse gas emissions that could result from increased consumption.First, Ed sits down with Neal Kalita, senior director of global energy management at NTT Global Data Centers, one of the world's largest data center developers. Neal explains why "speed to power" is a priority, and why gas plays such a key role in providing the reliable 24/7 firm capacity hyperscaler clients require.Relying on gas as a key component of the power generation mix means managing a complex set of issues around supply security, demand management and long-term investment. Neal explains how NTT thinks about commodity risk, the trade-offs involved in power supply agreements, and why on-site gas generation may be not just a bridge solution but long-term infrastructure for the electricity system. He highlights the key drivers that are changing the data centre industry, including rising GPU power density, AI-driven volatility in load, and climate-related grid reliability concerns. He also discusses NTT's participation in a demand response programme run by Voltus, which helped stabilise the grid when Winter Storm Fern hit Virginia in January.Next, Ed hears from Keith Shoemaker, Chief Commercial Officer at Coastal Bend, which is developing a new LNG liquefaction project at Corpus Christi, Texas. Coastal Bend is aiming to have the first project in the US to integrate carbon capture and sequestration into its design. Combined with the procurement of upstream gas with low methane leakage and flaring, that should make for the lowest carbon-intensity LNG in the world, Keith says. Crucially, the project can match competitor prices without charging a green premium. The US 45Q tax credit will cover the operational spending (Opex) for the transport and sequestration of the carbon, and costs will be kept down by using brownfield maritime infrastructure that is already in place. Regulation will still be essential in creating a market for lower-emissions LNG. Keith sets out an idea for making that work in the EU: linking the new Methane Emissions Regulation with the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism to create an "avoided carbon" currency that LNG importers could use to offset CBAM fees on other products such as cement, steel and fertiliser. That way, the methane regulation would change from a stick to a carrot for the LNG industry.Kristy Kramer, Head of LNG at Wood Mackenzie, closes the episode by assessing how the three trends of AI demand, energy security and decarbonisation fit together. She discusses the big question: has the conflict on the Middle East changed the world completely, forever. It may play out like the Covid pandemic. Huge changes were predicted, and although there were some permanent impacts, in other areas the world has gone back to the way it was before. Politics will change from week to week, or even from hour to hour, but geology and economics don't, and over time the fundamentals will reassert themselves. Kristy and Ed reflect on what that means for the future of energy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gregory Copley reports on a rare Ebola outbreak and jihadi threats in Central Africa. He notes that local governments fail to fund necessary healthcare infrastructure, relying instead on outside aid. Additionally, Copley details the ongoing Ethiopian civil war and the complex regional power struggle over control of the vital Red Sea. (11)1900 CAR

Andrew Bayliss recounts how Pericles provoked the Peloponnesian War by steering Athens toward confrontation with Sparta. He details the Athenian strategy of retreating behind city walls and relying on naval imports, a move that tragically facilitated a devastating plague, claiming thousands of lives, including Pericles himself.1880 ATHENS