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LSAC announces that upcoming LSAT administrations will return primarily to in-person testing. Ben and Nathan discuss the shift away from remote testing and what it means for test takers.Also in this episode:- How to approach a final LSAT attempt- Cooley Law offers a scholarship for attending a meet and greet with the dean- How much time to spend studying each dayStudy with our Free PlanDownload our iOS appWatch Episode 547 on YouTubeCheck out all of our “What's the Deal With” segmentsGet caught up with our Word of the Week library
Luxury can be expensive, but it can also be subtle, practical, or deeply personal. Sometimes it's about choice, sometimes restraint, sometimes the way a space or product simply works better for you. Through thoughtful discussion, the episode examines how luxury shows up in appliances and design—through performance, comfort, longevity, and everyday ease—and why it resonates differently for everyone over time This nuanced conversation explores the evolving meaning of luxury through multiple industry perspectives, featuring Devoree Axelrod, General Manager at AJ Madison, alongside industry expert Jill Cohen, Editor-in-Chief, Luxe Interiors + Design. KBIS Podcast Studio Resources: KBIS AJ Madison NKBA LUXE Interiors + Design SubZero, Wolf & Cove SKS | Signature Kitchen Suite Hearth & Home Technologies Kitchen365 Green Forrest Cabinetry Midea Luxury Isn't a Price Point. It's a Performance Standard. At the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show 2026, leaders from AJ Madison and Luxe Interiors + Design reframing luxury as durability, intentionality, and the ability of design to support how people actually live. The word “luxury” has become one of the most overused—and least defined—terms in the design industry. At KBIS 2026, a live conversation featuring Devoree Axelrod, General Manager of AJ Madison, and Jill Cohen, Editor in Chief of Luxe Interiors + Design, set out to recalibrate its meaning. What emerged was less about price and more about performance, longevity, and intent. For decades, luxury was shorthand for premium brands, higher costs, and visual distinction. Today, that definition is insufficient. The modern homeowner isn't simply buying a product; they're investing in how their home supports their routines, relationships, and future. Luxury, in this context, becomes the elimination of friction. It's the appliance that performs reliably every day. It's the kitchen designed around how a family actually cooks and gathers. It's the confidence that decisions made today will still make sense twenty years from now. Cohen shared findings from Luxe's upcoming national survey of 1,000 leading architects, designers, and builders, confirming that the kitchen remains the single most important area of homeowner investment. More significantly, appliances are often the first and most consequential decisions made in the design process. They establish the spatial, technical, and functional framework around which everything else follows. Axelrod reinforced this from her vantage point inside one of the country's largest appliance retailers. Appliance selection determines infrastructure—electrical loads, ventilation, plumbing, and spatial relationships—making it foundational rather than decorative. When clients prioritize performance and usability first, the rest of the design aligns more effectively, both functionally and financially. The conversation also addressed the persistent myth of the fixed budget. In reality, budgets are fluid, shaped as much by emotion as by arithmetic. Homeowners may begin with a number in mind, but that number evolves as priorities clarify. The role of the designer and appliance advisor becomes essential: helping clients distinguish between what serves their lives and what merely satisfies aspiration. This shift is evident in how kitchens are expanding beyond their traditional boundaries. Secondary prep kitchens, beverage stations, outdoor kitchens, coffee bars, and integrated refrigeration throughout the home reflect a broader redefinition of convenience. These are not excesses for their own sake; they are extensions of daily life, driven by multigenerational living, remote work, and a deeper integration between hospitality and residential design. Perhaps most telling was the reframing of luxury itself. Neither Axelrod nor Cohen defined it by brand name. Instead, luxury was described as ease, time, and permanence. It is waking up and having what you need within reach. It is durability that eliminates the need for replacement. It is thoughtful planning that prevents regret. In this light, luxury is not what something costs. It is what something enables. And increasingly, what it enables is a home that works—quietly, reliably, and seamlessly—in service of the people who live there. Luxury is the measurable outcome of thoughtful design—where performance, longevity, and relevance align to support the way people actually live. Luxury is the removal of friction from daily life. Luxury is durability aligned with intent. Luxury is design that continues to perform long after the purchase is forgotten. Luxury is confidence—in function, longevity, and fit. Luxury is not what you spend. It's what you never have to rethink. The Kitchen as the Primary Investment The kitchen remains the #1 homeowner investment nationwide. Homeowners are willing to exceed budget in the kitchen more than any other space. The kitchen is the most public and social room in the home. It represents identity: “I'm a cook,” “I entertain,” “I host.” Food equals memory; appliances enable those memories. Appliance-First Design Strategy Appliances determine electrical, ventilation, plumbing, and layout requirements. Major appliance decisions must precede cabinetry and finish selections. Early appliance specification prevents costly redesigns. Designers increasingly plan around cooking infrastructure first. Professional appliance advisors play a key role in product education and innovation updates. Budget Realities & Psychology Budgets are rarely fixed; they are often unstated or misunderstood. Clients frequently establish budgets before fully understanding what they want. Designers must define the intersection of “want” and “need.” Stretching budget in the kitchen feels justified because it is essential. Strategic trade-offs are common (invest in cooking, scale back secondary items). Transparency and cost clarity are critical in today's climate. Surprises—especially tariff or pricing shocks—undermine trust. Professional designers protect clients from unrealistic expectations and long-term regret. The Expanding Kitchen Ecosystem Kitchens are no longer singular spaces—they expand throughout the home. Secondary kitchens (sculleries, prep kitchens, butler's pantries) are rising. Beverage centers, bars, and wine storage are increasingly common. Coffee stations and en-suite kitchenettes are viewed as lifestyle enhancements. Outdoor kitchens are now expected in many markets. Refrigeration appears in bathrooms (skincare), offices, and guest suites. Multigenerational living drives multi-kitchen design. Post-COVID entertaining shifted bar culture into the home. Lifestyle-Driven Design Trends Hospitality influences residential expectations. Convenience and personalization outweigh pure status signaling. Aging in place is shaping appliance planning (drawer refrigeration, wall ovens). Durability is increasingly valued over trend-based aesthetics. Remote work drives integrated kitchenettes and beverage access in home offices. Multiple laundry setups reflect modern household logistics. Status vs. Practicality Status still influences resale-driven decisions in some cases. However, emotional connection tends to be with category (cooking, entertaining) rather than brand alone. Longevity and service reliability often justify premium selections. Magazine-driven or editorial glamour exists—but practical function ultimately wins. Role of the Professional Designer Designers provide budget discipline and scope management. They help clients make decisions faster, reducing cost creep. They balance aspiration with feasibility. Professional oversight protects long-term value. Design is positioned not as a privilege, but as a necessity. Market & Cultural Influences COVID permanently shifted how homes are used. Entertaining moved inward; bar and pizza oven sales spiked. Multigenerational living increased spatial complexity. Social media informs but can distort expectations. Consumers increasingly research via reviews and digital channels. Clients are more cautious amid economic and tariff uncertainty. Guiding Principle “Proper planning prevents poor performance.” Early, honest, and intentional planning reduces regret. Design is both a desire business and a service industry. The goal is not excess—it is alignment between space and life.
Linda Eastburn Book: https://amzn.to/4qQCZPkBethany Shipley: www.bethanyshipley.comYour Magic Program: https://bethanyshipley.myflodesk.com/yourmagicEmail me: bethany@bethanyshipley.comLinda Eastburn is an author of four books, a real estate investor, and an intuition coach and guide.1Linda's most recent book is titled S.P.I. Your Way to Power and Success, which is about creating deliberate intuition for the manifestation of a positive life. This book is available on Amazon and is the latest of her four books.45Linda teaches others to actively engage their intuition by creating and taking in questions to have a daily dialogue, rather than letting it "randomly happen".13Linda learned a practical application of intuition called remote viewing after hearing a lecture about the Russian remote viewing program. Remote viewing is "being able to see it without seeing it with your eyes".1415To test her intuition, Linda would randomly select an address from the phone book for a street she had never visited, connect with it, and then describe the property before driving by to check the accuracy.17She initially described a house, getting two details wrong (transposing the garage and the color), but the next-door property was the baby blue house she had first seen, which made her realize she had to watch out for being drawn to a "target that's more interesting" than the one she was focusing on.18Linda found that she had an 85% success rate in seeing things correctly, but when she was wrong, she was "totally wrong," leading her to conclude she could trust it, but not 100%.19Linda began real estate investing in the 1980s.21In 2003 or 2004, she received a clear intuitive message to sell her real estate.22In 2008 and 2009, she started reinvesting when prices were low, allowing her to triple her money as the market recovered.25She and her ex-husband started small, putting the profit from flipping houses toward paying off the loans on their rental properties, which allowed them to build equity and owe almost nothing by the time of her divorce.26After her mother had a stroke in 2013 and needed 24/7 care, Linda quickly bought and restored 12 houses to generate the income needed to support her parents' care. She saw this as an insight (a predictive insight) to take action, rather than a warning.2728Linda operates her real estate business with a humble and empathetic attitude, treating her tenants "fairly and justly".29Linda notes that most people think of intuition as warnings (e.g., "don't get on that plane") that signal anxiety or fear to keep them out of harm's way.30Linda prefers to take charge of her intuition by asking questions rather than waiting for it to randomly come in.31Intuition will deliver opportunities if you ask for them, but if you constantly ask for a "safety net," that's what you will receive. She tends to have more positive experiences with her intuition by being pollyanna (optimistic).3233Synchronicity, which Linda describes as "an amazing thing," has been a prominent part of her life.She believes that we "live past, present and future simultaneously" and that our thoughts are connected to all of these various connections.34Linda suggests that reality is more "interconnected" than people realize, referring to consciousness as a "singular universal type of mind" where past, present, and future all exist.35She advises people to keep a journal to record these events, as this helps retain the information of how often they occur.36Linda's book S.P.I. Your Way to Power and Success emphasizes that people "contribute to creating" reality and that one should focus on seeing the most positive outcome possible because the person's "light is going to shine on that".37She warns against the ego, explaining that she always has to work from her heart center with "a lot of love and empathy" for the person she is guiding, otherwise she loses her "truth detector".38
Do You Need Some... serious information about the world we drive in from a professional gearhead? Don't worry, it's a fun romp through the junk we all come up against as thinking people (ie: the geek set). Hitchikers: do you? When and where? Are you protected? ...What about the little girl who begged for a ride to a homeless shelter and then killed the guy who showed some kindness? Cold-weather remote-start: what happens when the bureaucrats (Germans, in this case) think they have the right to tell the manufacturer (Toyota, in this case) to take away the feature you bought to "save the environment"? ...Smells more like a flex than giving a f*ck about the planet - a sign of statism, whether it's VW, Tesla, China or your thermostat and your 'fridge conspiring to steal your wallet. "Life, Liberty and Property" were not meant to be a throwaway - this is what we're about: ceramic insulators (neato vintage tech), burgers on toasted muffins (yummo), "Pattern Recognition" (Gibson), "Hitch" ("Road Games"), and '90s funk-metal from Mind Bomb (Yes, have some.).
Do You Need Some... serious information about the world we drive in from a professional gearhead? Don't worry, it's a fun romp through the junk we all come up against as thinking people (ie: the geek set). Hitchikers: do you? When and where? Are you protected? ...What about the little girl who begged for a ride to a homeless shelter and then killed the guy who showed some kindness? Cold-weather remote-start: what happens when the bureaucrats (Germans, in this case) think they have the right to tell the manufacturer (Toyota, in this case) to take away the feature you bought to "save the environment"? ...Smells more like a flex than giving a fudge about the planet - a sign of statism, whether it's VW, Tesla, China or your thermostat and your 'fridge conspiring to steal your wallet. "Life, Liberty and Property" were not meant to be a throwaway - this is what we're about: ceramic insulators (neato vintage tech), burgers on toasted muffins (yummo), "Pattern Recognition" (Gibson), "Hitch" ("Road Games"), and '90s funk-metal from Mind Bomb (Yes, have some.).
Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Feb. 20, include: school districts across the country began replacing snow days with remote learning after COVID, Nebraska football opens spring practices, Omaha Public Schools officials say they can offset $50 million loss in state aid but will rely more heavily on taxpayers, lawmakers debate bill granting doctors immunity when recommending medical marijuana after voters approved it in 2024, proposal would require legislative approval of University of Nebraska's plan to take over Nebraska Medicine, former Nebraska first lady Susanne Shore announces run for University of Nebraska regent in District 4.
Adi is a man grieving the death of his young son and the end of his marriage. Following these losses, he comes across a strange job listing, which brings him to a remote island populated by non-native goats. Jonathan Miles' new novel Eradication follows Adi's journey as he struggles with a gruesome mission assigned to him. In today's episode, Miles joins NPR's Scott Simon for a conversation about Adi's personal motives and the difficulty of killing animals. To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
“Remote staff is remote staff.” — Beth RaboinIn this episode of Evolving Your Workplace, host Carol Schultz sits down with Beth Raboin, Founder and CEO of Global Medical Virtual Assistants (GMVA), to unpack what actually drives low turnover and high morale—especially when most of your workforce is remote and distributed across the globe.Beth shares how GMVA has maintained roughly a 4% turnover rate while scaling to 1,500+ team members in the Philippines. The core lesson: retention isn't a perks problem—it's a culture + management problem. Beth explains why the first three months are the truth-teller for culture fit, why educating candidates upfront reduces early churn, and why “getting someone in the door” isn't the same as keeping them engaged.The conversation gets practical on the leadership systems GMVA uses to keep morale high: monthly manager-focused surveys, 15 random HR one-on-ones per month, and a feedback culture built on psychological safety. Beth breaks down why people leave managers more than companies, how leaders can spot red flags early, and how stronger empathy and communication in middle management directly reduces attrition.Beth also shares a simple but powerful example of listening in action: employees repeatedly asked for an optical benefit—because they're on screens all day—and GMVA added it. The takeaway is clear: leaders don't need to do everything, but they do need to hear patterns, make smart trade-offs, and show people their feedback turns into real change.Key topics coveredHow GMVA sustains a 4% turnover rate through growthWhy the first 90 days determine culture fit (and retention)The real retention lever: great managers + communicationA simple morale system: surveys + one-on-ones + safe feedbackHow to identify a skill issue vs. will issue (and what's usually behind it)Turning feedback into action (the optical benefit example)Why leaders must be ready to hear feedback they may not likeConnect With Host Carol SchultzFind more information about our host Carol Schultz and her company at Vertical Elevation, LinkedIn, and Instagram.Want to be our next guest expert? Email cat.gloria@verticalelevation.com with your information.And of course, click "follow" to stay up-to-date on new episodes and leave an honest review/rating letting us know what you thought!
Unlock the full potential of remote collar training in this comprehensive 10-hour master class, expertly led by renowned dog trainer Michael Ellis. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a dog owner seeking to enhance your training skills, this course offers in-depth knowledge on the effective and ethical use of remote collars. With 173 detailed videos spanning 8 informative modules, you'll gain both theoretical insights and practical demonstrations that you can apply immediately. | Links mentioned: Remote Collar Master Class with Michael Ellis - https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/238
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Dan, Manny, & Billy pull the curtain back on the podcast on this Nostalgia Test Mini Episode & put several Nostalgia Test Tangents to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “What the f**k is this podcast about anymore?” -Dan Right before the gang recorded 168. Nostalgia Test Now! ZombieCon Vol.1, they had this tangent filled conversation that started at Legos and made a full-circle return to Legos, all while covering nostalgic topic after nostalgic topic. This is what happens when Dan hits the record button early and they just let it fly. It's an intimate look behind the curtain of 3 longtime friends hanging out. So, sit back and hangout with Dan, Manny, & Billy “backstage.” Email us (thenostalgiatest@gmail.com) your thoughts, opinions, & episode idea for The Wheel of Nostalgia! Suggest A Test & Be Our Guest! We're always looking for a fun new topic for The Nostalgia Test. Hit the link above, tell us what you'd like to see tested, and be our guest for that episode! Approximate Rundown 00:00 Bootleg Johnny 5 & the ‘I don't do Legos' confession 00:38 Puzzles vs. Legos: chasing a relaxing, nostalgic build 01:25 Sticker shock: movie Lego sets are insanely expensive 01:42 The $30 Amazon ‘building box' DeLorean build (and it rules) 02:08 Remote-control Johnny 5 idea + pitching sponsors free builds 03:45 Lego fandom goes extreme: Goonies set & master builders 04:22 From Legos to model trains: childhood sets and holiday dreams 05:47 Slot cars, Pinewood Derby, and the art of dad-assisted cheating 09:09 Wrap-up: what is this podcast now? Nostalgia Test tangent ends Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast Bring The Nostalgia Test Podcast's high energy fun and comedy on your podcast, to host your themed parties & special events! The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create an unforgettable Nostalgic experience for any occasion because we are the party! We bring it 100% of the time! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the form at this link. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected
Show SummaryOn this episode, we have a conversation Today we're having a conversation with Michael Witt, Community & State Outreach Manager for the DirectEmployers Association. DirectEmployers is a non-profit member association built by employers, for employers, and we talked about how they support their member employers to better serve the military and veteran population as well as how DirectEmployers has worked to become a PsychArmor Veteran Ready OrganizationProvide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestMichael Witt is the Community & State Outreach Manager for DirectEmployers Association (DE). DE is a non-profit member association built by employers, for employers. After 21 years of service with Iowa Workforce Development, including Division Administrator of Field Operations, oversight of WIOA federal programs and state workforce programs, he works closely with DE's 1k+ Member companies to implement strategies for improved recruitment and retention of skilled talent across the country.Links Mentioned During the EpisodeDirectEmployers Association WebsiteDirectEmployers VetCentral Webpage PsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the Behind the Mission Podcast episode with Lori Adams, in episode 122. During this conversation, Lori and I talk about the National Association of State Workforce Agencies, the national organization representing all 50 state workforce agencies, D.C. and U.S. territories. These agencies deliver training, employment, career, business and wage and hour services, in addition to administering the unemployment insurance, veteran reemployment and labor market information programs. You can find the resource here: https://psycharmor.org/podcast/lori-adams Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families. You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com
Dhruva and I explore both sides of the debate, starting with the case for fully remote organizations. Remote work expands the talent pool beyond geography, allowing companies to access exceptional people wherever they live. It can reduce bias linked to physical presence and office politics, and it often enables deeper focus without constant interruption. Asynchronous communication can sharpen thinking, improve documentation, and create clearer decision trails. Flexibility can also preserve energy and prevent burnout, which is critical for sustaining long term elite performance.From there, we examine the counterargument. Elite performance cultures often rely on talent opportunity bridging, where proximity accelerates access to stretch roles, mentorship, and high visibility work. Informal trust networks can move faster than formal systems. Serendipity matters, and non work conversations frequently spark breakthrough ideas. When solving difficult problems, reduced lag time and rapid back and forth can compound into a meaningful advantage. Work has historically created strong social bonds as well, from industry towns to innovation hubs, where shared space reinforced shared ambition.We unpack whether elite cultures are built on flexibility and design or on density and shared presence, and what fully remote companies must do if they want to maintain exceptional standards rather than drift toward average.
The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In this episode, Adam Ross is joined by Filipe Ribeiro and Julien Perreault to discuss how supply chain risk has evolved into an interconnected, enterprisewide challenge. They discuss where organizations underestimate exposure, how risks quietly accumulate across the value chain, and why internal audit is uniquely positioned to identify blind spots before disruptions escalate. The conversation spans real-world examples from agriculture and highly regulated industries, third-party risk, continuous monitoring, and the growing impact of automation and AI on supply chains. HOST: Adam Ross, CIA, CISA Partner, Grant Thornton Advisors LLC GUEST: Filipe Ribeiro, CIA, CRMA, CFE Group Internal Audit Manager, Aldar Julien Perreault, CPIM, MBA Experienced Manager, Sourcing and Supply Chain Advisory, Grant Thornton Advisors LLC KEY POINTS: Introduction to Modern Supply Chain Risk [00:00:02–00:01:22] From Operational Inconvenience to Strategic Risk [00:01:22–00:02:24] Why Supply Chain Risk Is Now Systemic and Enterprisewide [00:02:32–00:03:11] Where Organizations Commonly Underestimate Exposure [00:03:22–00:04:33] When "Green Dashboards" Mask Emerging Risk [00:03:33–00:05:08] How Informal Workarounds Quietly Accumulate Enterprise Risk [00:05:08–00:05:47] Agricultural Case Study: How Small Upstream Delays Become Major Downstream Failures [00:05:53–00:07:52] Using Continuous Monitoring to Detect Hidden Timing and Dependency Risks [00:07:57–00:12:26] Supply Chain Risk in Remote, Capital-Intensive, and Highly Regulated Environments [00:12:54–00:15:25] Balancing Regulatory Compliance and Operational Efficiency [00:15:42–00:18:55] Procure-to-Pay Risk and the Rise of Operational "Noise" [00:19:14–00:21:01] When Exceptions Become the Normal Operating Model [00:21:01–00:23:15] Third-Party Risk as a Business Resilience Issue [00:25:15–00:27:12] Governance, Speed of Business, and Supplier Ecosystems [00:27:12–00:30:25] Managing Supplier Concentration Risk Without Sacrificing Resilience [00:31:20–00:35:04] Geographic and Cultural Complexity as an Underestimated Risk Driver [00:35:36–00:37:27] How Internal Audit Can Add Value Without Compromising Independence [00:38:35–00:41:29] Emerging Risks: Automation, AI, Data Quality, and Governance Lag [00:41:47–00:46:18] Final Thoughts on the Future of Supply Chain Risk [00:46:29–00:47:05] Visit The IIA's website or YouTube channel for related topics and more. IIA RELATED CONTENT: Interested in this topic? Visit the links below for more resources: Global Internal Audit Standards Third-Party Topical Requirement Continuous Auditing and Monitoring, 3rd Edition Boardroom: Breaks in the Chain GAM 2026 Follow All Things Internal Audit: Apple Podcasts Spotify Libsyn Deezer
We've glorified remote work — the flexibility, the efficiency, the freedom to work from anywhere. And don't get me wrong, I love it too. But here's what we've lost in translation: humans are wired for connection. And when it comes to deals, creative work, strategic alignment, and building real trust, Zoom just doesn't cut it. I learned this the hard way while building something with Nick Shackelford, one of the best paid ad experts in the world. We were collaborating remotely for months — different timezones, misalignment, things stalling. Then we flew him to Melbourne for four days. I'm not exaggerating: we got more done in those four days than we had in three to four months remotely. In this episode, I break down why in-person collaboration is still the most powerful tool you have as a founder, and how to use it strategically without abandoning the remote work you've built. Here's what you'll take away: Why remote tools are essential but not a replacement for face-to-face connection The data: professionals expect 36% more revenue from in-person interactions vs. virtual ones How physical proximity unlocks faster problem-solving, better ideas, and deeper trust Why deals, partnerships, and team alignment happen faster when you're in the same room The hybrid model that works: operate remotely, but meet in person strategically and frequently How to use in-person time to unblock projects, build culture, and accelerate outcomes If you're feeling stuck with a project, misaligned with a partner, or struggling to build real connection with your team, this episode will show you how to break through by getting in the same room. If you're loving this solo series, I'd love to hear your feedback. Email me directly at nathan@foundr.com — I read every reply. Hope you enjoy it. SAVE 50% ON OMNISEND FOR 3 MONTHS Get 50% off your first 3 months of email and SMS marketing with Omnisend with the code FOUNDR50. Just head to https://your.omnisend.com/foundr to get started. HOW WE CAN HELP YOU SCALE YOUR BUSINESS FASTER Learn directly from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders inside Foundr+ Start your $1 trial → https://www.foundr.com/startdollartrial PREFER A CUSTOM ROADMAP AND 1-ON-1 COACHING? → Starting from scratch? Apply here → https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-start-application → Already have a store? Apply here → https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-growth-application CONNECT WITH NATHAN CHAN Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nathanchan LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhchan/ FOLLOW FOUNDR FOR MORE BUSINESS GROWTH STRATEGIES YouTube → https://bit.ly/2uyvzdt Website → https://www.foundr.com Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/foundr/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/foundr Twitter → https://www.twitter.com/foundr LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundr/ Podcast → https://www.foundr.com/podcast
Hear how Japan, startup life, and global travel shaped Taylor's approach to entrepreneurship and intentional living. ============================ Get the Monday Minute my weekly email with 3 personal recs for travel, culture, and living beyond borders you can read in 60 seconds. ============================ ON THIS EPISODE In Part 2 of the conversation, Taylor Wallace reflects on how her deep connection with Japan shaped her worldview and confidence as a global traveler, sharing stories from Kyoto, Mount Fuji, and the cultural experiences that made the country feel like a second home. She then traces her path into entrepreneurship, the sale of her startup while living abroad, and how community and global mobility helped launch her location-independent life. Taylor also breaks down her concept of the Fit Founder Lifestyle, offering practical insights on balancing business ambition with health, travel, and intentional living while building a career on the road. → Full show notes with direct links to everything discussed are available here. ============================ FREE RESOURCES FOR YOU: See my Top 10 Apps For Digital Nomads See my Top 10 Books For Digital Nomads See my 7 Keys For Building A Remote Business (Even in a space that's not traditionally virtual) Watch my Video Training on Stylish Minimalist Packing so you can join #TeamCarryOn See the Travel Gear I Use and Recommend See How I Produce The Maverick Show Podcast (The equipment, services & vendors I use) ============================ ENJOYING THE SHOW? Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram and DM Matt to continue the conversation Please leave a rating and review — it really helps the show and I read each one personally You can buy me a coffee — espressos help me produce significantly better podcast episodes! :)
Remote-controlled and fully autonomous mowers could help you reduce labor needs and keep your crew safer—but they're not a fit for every area of every site. Colin Busse of RC Mowers joins the Buildings Podcast to explain the differences between mower types and where to use them.
In this episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, Matt Sabatello sits down with Yuri Kim, the lead clinical research nurse for MIT's MAESTRO study, described as one of the largest studies in MIT history focused on Lyme disease and Infection-Associated Chronic Illnesses (IACI). Yuri explains how MAESTRO is collecting deep symptom histories and objective measurements—from eye tracking and EEG/P300 auditory testing to NASA Lean dysautonomia testing, capillaroscopy, and multi-sample biological collection—to identify patterns that validate patient experiences and accelerate real-world clinical understanding. Yuri's story is equally compelling: she began as an ER nurse in a Level 1 trauma center, transitioned into research nursing (including neurodegenerative and traumatic brain injury work), moved to South Korea during the pandemic, and ultimately joined MIT after a conversation with Dr. Mikki Tal changed the course of her career. Throughout the conversation, Yuri shares what she's learned from MAESTRO participants: a community often exhausted and dismissed, yet profoundly motivated to help others and drive scientific progress forward. Key Takeaways (Fast Scan) MAESTRO is nearing ~200 participants enrolled, with the chronic Lyme cohort full and enrollment closing soon. The study aims to objectively measure symptoms often dismissed as “anxiety” or “depression,” especially brain fog and dysautonomia. MAESTRO uses multiple cognitive and neurologic measures, including RightEye eye tracking, EEG + P300 auditory “oddball” testing, and remote cognitive battery tests. The team added capillaroscopy (nailfold and toe microvascular imaging) to explore vascular patterns and hemorrhages in chronic illness cohorts. Dysautonomia testing includes NASA Lean Test plus an earpiece device to estimate proxy cerebral blood flow, sometimes showing abnormalities even when vitals look “normal.” Extensive biological sampling (oral, blood, vaginal/rectal) supports proteomics/immune profiling and deeper molecular analysis. Yuri emphasizes: patients' willingness to participate—despite severe symptoms—is the engine of progress and future change. Detailed Chapter-by-Chapter Show Notes 1) Meet Yuri Kim: The Human Side of Cutting-Edge Lyme Research Matt introduces Yuri as the clinical research nurse leading day-to-day operations of MIT's MAESTRO study—positioning her as a rare bridge between lab science, clinicians, and patients. Yuri shares that the study is approaching enrollment completion and that the team is eager to analyze a large dataset to “speak up” for participants who have suffered without clear explanations. Highlights: MAESTRO is one of MIT's largest studies, with enrollment nearing completion. The mission is to transform patient suffering into measurable signals, data, and insight. 2) Yuri's Background: Pharma, ER Nursing, Research, and Why This Work Became Personal Yuri explains her path: early work as a medical information specialist in pharma (including literature searches and clinician guidance, often involving off-label questions), then an intense period as a Level 1 ER nurse where she witnessed both acute crises and chronic illness desperation. Key insight:Yuri notes that in pharma and ER settings, she repeatedly saw the same reality—patients searching for answers, clinicians constrained by time, and chronic illness voices falling through the cracks. 3) From the ER to Neuro Research: Brain Inflammation, TBI, and the Gap in Chronic Illness Care Yuri left ER work largely due to the physical toll of night shifts and moved into academic research at Boston University. She worked on complex studies involving Alzheimer's, amyloidosis, and traumatic brain injury. Matt asks whether Lyme came up in those neuro settings. Yuri says no—but now she views neurodegenerative symptoms differently and believes clinicians should consider underlying root causes, including infection. Listener connection:This segment reinforces how often Lyme-related cognitive decline can be misinterpreted or missed when viewed through siloed specialties. 4) Lyme Awareness Outside the U.S.: South Korea, Tick-Borne Illness, and Global Blind Spots During the pandemic, Yuri relocated to South Korea. She shares that Lyme isn't commonly discussed there, though other tick-borne illnesses exist. Yuri underscores a global concern: agricultural and rural communities face tick exposure without awareness of the chronic implications. 5) How Yuri Joined Dr. Mikki Tal and MAESTRO (And Why She Changed Her Mind) One of the most memorable segments: Yuri reveals she had already accepted another MIT nursing role—but after speaking with Dr. Tal, she pivoted immediately, calling it the best career decision she's ever made. Why it matters: It shows how MAESTRO is not just a study; it's a mission-driven effort that attracts top clinical talent. 6) Day One at MAESTRO: Meeting the Severely Ill and the Community's Unmatched Generosity Yuri recounts a powerful early experience: meeting a participant who was bedbound and profoundly symptomatic, yet eager to contribute anything possible to help the community. Matt connects this to Tick Boot Camp's origin story: people with minimal energy still showed up to help others. The theme becomes clear—Lyme patients are often depleted but relentlessly generous. What MAESTRO Measures (The Four-Hour Visit Breakdown) 7) Brain Fog: Why MAESTRO Treats It as a Complex Phenomenon Yuri explains MAESTRO's approach: brain fog isn't one symptom. It can involve memory, processing speed, visual stimulation sensitivity, pain-triggered cognition changes, and motor response delays. Core idea: MAESTRO attempts to measure brain fog from multiple angles—visual processing, auditory processing, reaction time, and executive function. 8) RightEye Eye Tracking: Visual Stimulus + Reaction Time as Objective Signal Participants complete a structured set of ocular motor tasks (pursuit, saccades) and reaction-time games (shape recognition mapped to numbered inputs). Yuri notes many chronic illness participants struggle even with basic saccades, often aligning with reported visual disturbances. What MAESTRO is measuring: Ocular motor control Visual processing Decision speed Reaction time consistency 9) EEG + P300 “Oddball” Test: Auditory Processing Meets Motor Output Participants wear an EEG cap (19 regions) and listen to tones: common low-pitch and rare high-pitch. They must press the spacebar only for the rare tone. Yuri notes that even a 4-minute test can be exhausting for people with cognitive dysfunction, and participants often describe a frustrating “delay” between knowing what to do and physically doing it. Why this matters: This may help validate cognitive dysfunction even when standard office screening looks normal. 10) Remote Cognitive Battery Testing: Scaling Measurement Beyond MIT Participants complete executive function tests at home (memory, Stroop-like color-word matching, trail-making tasks). Yuri emphasizes why this matters: many patients can't travel, and symptoms vary dramatically by day, cycle, and crash patterns. Big future direction: Remote testing could expand access to bedbound patients and capture “good day vs bad day” variability. 11) Dysautonomia & POTS: NASA Lean Test + Proxy Cerebral Blood Flow Yuri details NASA Lean testing: supine rest, then standing/leaning while monitoring vitals and symptoms. The standout: sometimes vitals appear stable while patients feel intensely symptomatic—yet the cerebral blood flow proxy measurement fluctuates significantly. Clinical implication discussed: This approach could become a tool for identifying dysautonomia-related issues when standard vitals “look fine.” 12) Capillaroscopy: Nailfold + Toe Microvascular Imaging MAESTRO added capillaroscopy to examine microvascular patterns, including abnormal shapes and possible hemorrhages seen more frequently in chronic cohorts (as her clinical observations suggest). They also measure capillaries pre- and post-NASA Lean to explore whether symptomatic shifts correlate with microvascular changes. Why patients find it meaningful: They can visually see something measurable that aligns with how they feel. 13) Standard Neuro Screening Doesn't Capture Lyme Brain Fog Yuri shares a crucial point: participants often perform fine on standard screens like the Mini-Mental State Exam, suggesting that infection-associated cognitive dysfunction can be subtle, dynamic, and not detected by traditional tools—reinforcing the need for MAESTRO-style measurement. Biological Samples: “Measure Everything” (Head to Toe) 14) Multi-Sample Collection: Oral, Blood, Vaginal, Rectal Yuri explains the breadth of biological sampling, including saliva/oral samples (cotton chew + gum swab), multiple blood tubes, and sex-specific sampling to explore immune, hormonal, microbiome, and gynecologic dimensions. Why it's being done: To connect symptom clusters to molecular patterns and explore sex differences in chronic illness response. 15) Storage, Batch Effects, and What Happens After Enrollment Closes Samples are aliquoted and stored at -80°C until they can be processed/shipped in ways that minimize batch effects. The next phase is analysis and collaboration—including proteomics and immune signaling exploration. 16) Giving Back to Participants: The Challenge and the Intention Yuri acknowledges the “fine line” between research-only testing and clinically actionable reporting, but stresses MIT's intention to return what can be responsibly shared through certified partners—while being careful not to over-interpret research findings. Collaboration, Scaling, and What Comes Next 17) Collaboration Across Institutions: The Missing Platform Matt compares Lyme research needs to cybersecurity threat-sharing between banks: competitors collaborate because the threat is bigger than any one organization. Yuri agrees and highlights the need for secure data-sharing platforms—similar to large national efforts in other fields. 18) What's Next: Focus on Female Brain Fog, Hormones, and Remote Studies Yuri previews upcoming directions: Brain fog and hormone cycle relationships Differentiating infection-associated cognitive dysfunction vs menopause-related brain fog Remote/at-home measurement studies to reach more symptomatic and bedbound patients Potential collaborations with pediatric and neuroimmune experts Closing Message: Hope Without Hype Yuri's message to patients and families is simple and emotional: “Please don't give up.” She believes answers are coming because serious teams are working together—and because patients are driving the research forward with their participation.
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EVEN MORE about this episode!What really happens during a live medical intuitive reading, remote energy healing, and spirit communication session?Join Julie Ryan as she performs real-time energy healings, connects with loved ones in spirit, and shares practical health insights on grounding, EMF protection, hormones, and chronic pain relief. From loose teeth and bone loss to chronic pain and even canine epilepsy, watch as Julie performs remote energy healing with stunning specificity—demonstrating how the body's energy field holds the key to lasting change.This episode goes far beyond healing sessions. Julie shares powerful wellness wisdom on bioidentical hormones for perimenopause, grounding to offset EMF exposure, and smart dietary strategies for blood pressure and overall vitality. You'll also witness a deeply moving spirit communication as a son receives validating messages from his recently departed father—including heartfelt details about a beloved dog and strawberry jam that leave no doubt love continues beyond this life.Throughout the show, Julie reminds us that intuitive ability isn't reserved for the gifted—it's a skill anyone can strengthen through practice, validation, and training like her Angels and Enlightenment Training™ and Medical Intuitive Training courses. If you're seeking healing, clarity, comfort from Spirit, or practical tools to elevate your health, this episode beautifully blends spirituality with everyday life—and proves what's possible when energy and intention align.Episode Chapters:(0:00:00) - Introduction and Show Overview(0:03:00) - Vagus Nerve Healing and EMF Protection(0:08:00) - Dental Health and Bone Regeneration(0:15:00) - Pet Healing: Epilepsy Detox(0:22:00) - Connecting with Deceased Father(0:32:00) - Bioidentical Hormones and Blood Pressure(0:45:00) - Sciatica and Disc Degeneration Healing(0:55:00) - Throat and Digestive Issues➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!
In this episode, the hosts explore a $5M remote Wyoming ski resort with epic scenery, zero financials, and huge hidden costs—ultimately concluding it's a billionaire's hobby, not a real business.Business Listing – https://www.land.com/property/230-acres-in-washakie-county-wyoming/24410346/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr
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Tears are flowing in a remote Canadian community grappling with the aftermath of a mass school shooting. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.
With a fully remote staff powered by AI-driven software, her practice is a seamless, tech-enabled machine. AI captures patient calls, texts, and website engagements, integrating every touchpoint into a cloud-based system that keeps everything—and everyone—connected. The efficiency she's created would have been unimaginable just a few years ago, but today, it's her new normal. Our guest is Dr. Carla Cohn, a general dentist, who has devoted her practice exclusively to the treatment of children. She practices in Canada and is the founder of LitSmileAcademy.com. Thanks to our episode sponsors: VOCO America - https://www.voco.dental/us/ Shining 3D- https://www.shining3ddental.com/
Float has operated as a fully remote, bootstrapped SaaS company for 13 years under CEO Glenn Rogers. With a team of 50 across more than 20 countries and no central headquarters, the company has declined venture capital multiple times to maintain control and prioritise sustainable growth. This episode explores how bootstrapping shapes financial discipline, hiring pace, experimentation, and culture in a distributed environment. It looks at what long-term remote operations require in practice, from deliberate culture-building to asynchronous coordination across time zones, and what that means for remote knowledge workers inside a global software business.https://www.linkedin.com/in/remoteworklife/https://remoteworklife.ioLooking for Remote Work?Click here remoteworklife.io to access a private beta list of remote jobs in sales, marketing, and strategy — plus get podcasts, real-world tips and business insights from founders, CEOs, and remote leaders. subscribe to my free newsletter Connect on LinkedIn
It's sounds so romantic: fed up with big city life, pack up the kids and pets and head to remote Alaska for a simplar, more family focused life. But is it? Olivia and her family trades hectic spots schedules and traffic for daily drives to fill up their home water tank and loaded up their house with 7 months of food because only road to the "big city" gets closed down for winter safety. Could you do it? I couldn't but I love hearing and dreaming about it! Connect with Olivia and let her know you heard her story here!
Joining us on this episode of Living Off Rentals is someone who built confidence, systems, and time freedom by learning real estate from the ground up. Stephanie Bacue is a U.S. Air Force veteran, short-term rental investor, and founder of Simply Welcome Stays. After transitioning from military service to corporate consulting, she began learning real estate as a complete beginner and went on to build a remote portfolio of short-term rental duplexes in Greenville, South Carolina. Listen as she shares how she bought her first duplex remotely, why she chose Greenville as her market, and how military discipline helped her create systems, remove emotion from decisions, and manage STRs with confidence from afar. She also talks candidly about leaning into community, building the right team on the ground, and what it really takes to move from W-2 work toward more control over your time through real estate. Enjoy the show! Key Takeaways: [00:00] Stephanie Bacue and her background [03:03] Getting into real estate investing and wanting to own time [05:44] Setting a simple first goal: buying one property within six months [06:45] Closing on her first duplex and evaluating long-term vs. short-term rentals [08:10] How military training helped Stephanie in her real estate investing journey [11:10] Buying and managing short-term rentals remotely for the first time [15:02] Choosing Greenville based on population growth, jobs, and fundamentals [17:10] Biggest lessons after purchasing short-term rental properties [19:53] Running conservative numbers and preparing for worst-case scenarios [23:48] Visiting the property and deciding to self-manage instead of paying 25% fees [25:00] Interviewing cleaners and handymen in person to build a reliable bench [28:45] Lessons learned from owning property with a partner [29:48] Why joint ventures can be simpler than LLC partnerships [32:42] How coaching and community reduced costly mistakes [35:42] Stephanie's advice: surround yourself with active investors and take action [39:26] Connect with Stephanie Bacue [39:57] Outro Guest Link: Website: https://www.simplywelcomestays.com/ Show Links: Living Off Rentals YouTube Channel – youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentals Living Off Rentals YouTube Podcast Channel - youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentalsPodcast Living Off Rentals Facebook Group – facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals Living Off Rentals Website – https://www.livingoffrentals.com/ Living Off Rentals Instagram – instagram.com/livingoffrentals Living Off Rentals TikTok – tiktok.com/@livingoffrentals
Watch the YouTube version of this episode HEREAre you a law firm owner looking for tips on growth? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Tyson chats with Andrea, a trademark attorney, shares her journey from growing up in a low-income family to founding her own firm serving small businesses. She discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, balancing family life as well as her personal growth in emotional intelligence and risk-taking.Andrea shares how small, incremental changes over time work better than massive shifts. Part of growing in business is making small changes that lead to a shift in how things are done. It is important to identify the end goal as a law firm owner and map out how to reach that goal step by step. Taking small steps, involving your staff and having them make changes in how they do things will lead to that end result. Andrea uses the example of losing weight and cutting out alcohol as examples of changing using incremental steps.Alignment, intuition and self awareness are all important for growth as a law firm owner. Being in alignment usually happens once you have done all the work. When you listen to and follow your intuition and become very self-aware of who you are as a leader, you can allow that alignment to happen. This is where you will see that growth as an entrepreneur. Listen in to learn more!4:33 Initial Fears and Early Growth15:20 Incremental Change Over Massive Shifts24:32 Legal vs. Practical Advice32:18 Alignment, Intuition, and Self-Awareness44:32 Building a Remote, Flexible TeamTune in to today's episode and checkout the full show notes here. Connect with Andrea:Website Instagram
Matt welcomes Grammy Nominated producer /engineer/mixer Joel Weldon Willis.In This Episode, We Discuss:Building a Home StudioEarly Experiences in Music ProductionTransitioning to Freelance and Indie Music SceneCreative Approaches to Music ProductionNavigating Financial Challenges in the StudioRecording Techniques and Live SessionsLessons Learned in the StudioFreelancing and Renting Studio SpacesCommunity and Collaboration in Music ProductionBalancing Promotion and AuthenticityThe Impact of Grammy NominationsAdapting to Client Needs and CommunicationRemote MixingHandling Criticism and Professional GrowthThe Importance of Collaboration Over CompetitionLinks and Show Notes:Joel's SiteMatt's Rant: InspirationCredits:Guest: Joel Weldon WIllisHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
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This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy are coming to you live from the vines at Macari Vineyards on the North Fork, sharing heartwarming hero stories, Olympic dreams, winter magic, romantic Valentine's plans, and all the latest buzz from across the Island.#ShowUsYourLongIslander-Suffolk County Police Officer Brian Granata and paramedics from the Stony Brook Volunteer Ambulance Corps helped deliver a healthy baby during an unexpected home birth in Stony Brook, reminding us of the compassion, teamwork, and dedication of Long Island's everyday heroes.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com.#TasteOfLongIsland Live Remote at Macari Vineyards in Mattituck, a nearly 500 acre waterfront farm and one of Long Island Wine Country's most celebrated destinations, known for sustainably farmed, terroir driven wines.2025 Sauvignon Blanc Release-Winemaker Byron Elmendorf joins us to talk about the highly anticipated 2025 Sauvignon Blanc Katherine's Field and what to expect from the new vintage.Crafted With Love Valentine's Event-Macari's hands on Valentine's Day experience invites guests to design custom wine labels while enjoying rosé, charcuterie, and live music.#RevolutionaryRoots-Hallockville Museum Farm preserves a farmhouse from the Revolutionary War era, highlighting the East End's role in supplying food and resources during the nation's fight for independence.#LongIslandLifeWest Babylon Skier Heads to the Olympics-Henri Rivers IV will represent Jamaica in the men's slalom at the 2026 Winter Olympics, putting Long Island talent on the world stage.Winter Weather Watch-Temperatures may dip below average at times, but Long Island is still far from its record low, with plenty of cozy seasonal experiences to enjoy.Snow Moon Over Long Island-February's full Snow Moon brings a bright winter glow, even as a passing nor'easter adds postcard worthy scenery across the region.Record High U.S. Life Expectancy-Life expectancy has reached 79 years, reflecting continued recovery and improving public health trends.Long Island Lottery Winner-A local resident claims a $1,000 a day for life CASH4LIFE prize, bringing a life changing win to the region.Black History Month at Long Island State Parks-Parks across the Island are hosting exhibits, educational programs, and cultural events celebrating African American history and contributions.Romantic Valentine's Dining-From upscale steakhouses to cozy waterfront spots, we share some of our favorite places to celebrate Valentine's Day across Long Island.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, February 13-4th Annual Winter Watershed Walk Series – Southampton-The Tragedy of Hamlet – Staller Center-Chocolate and Wine Pairings – Various locations-Galentine's Weekend – The SHEDSaturday, February 14-ChocoVino – Long Island Aquarium-An Unforgettable Valentine – The Suffolk-Almost Queen – The Paramount-The Power of Love Celine Dion Tribute – Staller Center-Mini Valentines Inspired by the Sea – Vanderbilt Museum-Winter Market – Westhampton BeachSunday, February 15-Sweetheart Princess Tea Party – Long Island Aquarium-Enchanted Weekend – Long Island Aquarium-A Tribute to John Rivera – CM Performing Arts Center-Washington and the Manor – Sagtikos Manor-Chocolate and Wine Pairing Class – Sannino VineyardFor more events, visit https://www.discoverlongisland.com#CelebriTEA-Vanna White celebrates a new marriage, while Long Islanders continue their lucky streak on Wheel of Fortune with major wins in recent years.Connect With UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongIslandTeaPodcastX: https://x.com/liteapodcastEmail: spillthetea@discoverlongisland.comShop: https://shop.discoverlongisland.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Show SummaryOn this episode, we have a conversation Today we're having a conversation with Jesse Gould, founder of the Heroic Hearts Project and a former Army Ranger, about what it means for veterans to heal when traditional systems don't have all the answers. Heroic Hearts works with leading medical researchers to improve veterans access to psychedelic programs for the treatment of PTSD.Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestJesse Gould is Founder and President of the Heroic Hearts Project, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pioneering psychedelic therapies for military veterans. After being deployed as an Army Ranger in Afghanistan three times, he founded the Heroic Hearts Project in 2017 to spearhead the acceptance and use of ayahuasca therapy as a means of addressing the current mental health crisis among veterans. The Heroic Hearts Project has raised over $350,000 in scholarships from donors including Dr. Bronner's and partnered with the world's leading ayahuasca treatment centers, as well as sponsoring psychiatric applications with the University of Colorado Boulder and the University of Georgia. Jesse helps shape treatment programs and spreads awareness of plant medicine as a therapeutic method. He has spoken globally about psychedelics and mental health, and received accolades including being recognized as one of the Social Entrepreneurs To Watch For In 2020 by Cause Artist. Driven by a mission to help military veterans struggling with mental trauma, he is best known for his own inspiring battle with PTSD and his recovery through ayahuasca therapy. Jesse's work can be seen and heard at NY Times, Breaking Convention, San Francisco Psychedelic Liberty Summit, People of Purchase, The Freq, Psychedelics Today Podcast, Kyle Kingsbury Podcast, Cause Artist, and The GrowthOp. Links Mentioned During the EpisodeHeroic Hearts Project WebsiteThe Veterans Guide to Psychedelics on AmazonThe Veteran's Field Manual for Psychedelics on Amazon PsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week the PsychArmor Veteran Ready program. This program offers a short, self-paced online training experience that builds foundational understanding of military culture and practical skills for supporting Veterans, service members, and their families with respect and confidence. Large organizations like the Coast Guard Chief Petty Officers Association can partner with PsychArmor to provide this military-cultural education to their members, helping teams, departments, and entire workforces become more Veteran Ready and better connected to the military-connected community.. You can find the resource here: https://learn.psycharmor.org/pages/veteran-ready Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families. You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com
Charles Duhigg: Supercommunicators Charles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize–winning investigative journalist and the author of The Power of Habit and Smarter Faster Better. He is a winner of the National Academies of Sciences, National Journalism, and George Polk awards. He writes for The New Yorker and other publications and is the author of Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection (Amazon, Bookshop)*. A lot of us grew up in a world where most of our relationships started in person. That means many of us are beautifully equipped for a world that no longer exists. In this conversation, Charles and I discuss how to get better at connecting in a remote-first world. Key Points When the telephone first became popular, people had to learn how to communicate with it. We're at a similar inflection point with digital communication. We all have three kinds of conversations: (1) What's this really about? (practical/decision-making), (2) How do we feel? (emotional), and (3) Who are we? (identity). Many of us tend to default to practical/decision-making conversations online and miss conversations about emotion and identity. Ask questions that invite an emotional or identity response. Instead of, “Where do you live?” consider a shift like, “What do you love about where you live?” Notice when people bring elements into a conversation that aren't related to the topic. These clues, especially online, can point to entry points for emotional connection. Supercommunicators pay just a bit more attention to how people communicate than the rest of us. A slight shift can make a big difference. Resources Mentioned Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection by Charles Duhigg (Amazon, Bookshop)* Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes The Way to Get People Talking, with Andrew Warner (episode 560) How to Lead Engaging Meetings, with Jess Britt (episode 721) How to Show Up Authentically in Tough Situations, with Andrew Brodsky (episode 727) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.
If you had a limited budget, would you spend it on a better PA system or a better mixing console? And with all the hype around spatial audio, should your church actually be looking at Immersive Audio installs?In this episode, we are joined by Johnny Ragin, the face behind Worship Sound Guy, and we dive deep into the gear debates every church tech has.In this episode you'll hear: 0:00 Handling Unsolicited Feedback5:00 Johnny Ragin (Worship Sound Guy) Joins7:00 Segment: Five Truths & A Lie16:45 Johnny's Start in Church Production21:15 Overcoming the Tech "Knowledge Gap"25:15 Training New Audio Volunteers27:45 Debate: Better PA vs. Better Console?28:45 Overused Production Effects & Tools33:00 Real Talk: Church Drum Budgets34:45 Is Immersive Audio Worth It for Churches?37:45 The Pros & Cons of Remote Mixing47:45 Rapid Fire: Favorite Audio Consoles49:00 Favorite PA System of All Time49:25 Favorite Audio Plugin51:00 Tech Takeaway: Keep It SimpleGet Toby's new book "Sacred Spaces, Modern Production" here. Resources for your Church Tech Ministry Sell Us Gear: Does your church have used gear that you need to convert into new ministry dollars? We can make you an offer here. Buy Our Gear: Do you need some production gear but lack the budget to buy new gear? You can shop our gear store here. Connect with us: Sales Bulletin: Get better deals than the public and get them earlier too here! Early Service: Get our best gear before it goes live on our site here. Instagram: Hangout with us on the gram here! Reviews: Leaving us a review on the podcast player you're listening to us on really helps the show. If you enjoyed this episode, you can say thank you with a review!
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Kerry shares his thoughts on spray foaming old houses with advice for getting it right. A Fine Homebuilding Forum poster wonders about framing walls and attaching sheathing with construction screws. Andrew asks about the best way to build a lakefront cabin accessible only by boat. Tune in to Episode 723 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: Using closed-cell spray foam insulation successfully in old houses Safe and code-compliant framing connections Building on ecologically sensitive and hard-to-access building sites Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com. ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 723 ➡️ Learn about the 2025 Fine Homebuilding Archive ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media: Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.