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Der Tag im Nordosten | Nachrichten aus Niedersachsen
Brandstiftung in früherem Hotel in Jesteburg: Angeklagter legt Revision ein

Der Tag im Nordosten | Nachrichten aus Niedersachsen

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 7:52


Mangel an Bademeistern: Freibäder in der Region können zum Teil nicht öffnen // Sanierung zu teuer: Kirche in Lohheide bei Bergen wird wohl abgerissen

JIJI English News-時事通信英語ニュース-
LDP Adopts Proposal on Revision of 3 Key Security Documents

JIJI English News-時事通信英語ニュース-

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 0:10


Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party on Tuesday officially adopted its proposal on an envisaged revision of the country's three key security-related documents.

Einfach Recht - Antworten rund ums Arbeitsrecht
Zwischenzeugnis 2026 - Teil 1 - was hat das mit KI zu tun?

Einfach Recht - Antworten rund ums Arbeitsrecht

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2026 16:55


Zwischenzeugnis im Arbeitsrecht: Wann Arbeitgeber es ausstellen müssen – LAG Köln 2026 und BAG-Rechtsprechung - Teil 1Wann haben Arbeitnehmer Anspruch auf ein Zwischenzeugnis? Sandro Wulf erklärt die aktuelle Entscheidung des LAG Köln vom 04.03.2026 und die BAG-Grundsätze zu § 242 BGB, triftigem Grund und beruflicher Neuorientierung.Wann muss ein Arbeitgeber ein Zwischenzeugnis ausstellen? In dieser Folge von Einfach Recht spricht Rechtsanwalt und Fachanwalt für Arbeitsrecht Sandro Wulf über das aktuelle Urteil des LAG Köln vom 04.03.2026 – 5 SLa 495/25und die dazu passende Rechtsprechung des Bundesarbeitsgerichts.Es geht um die Frage, ob Arbeitnehmer während eines laufenden Arbeitsverhältnisses ein qualifiziertes Zwischenzeugnis verlangen können, wenn sie sich beruflich neu orientieren möchten. Arbeitgeber, HR-Abteilungen und Geschäftsführer erfahren in dieser Folge, wann ein Zwischenzeugnis verlangt werden kann, wann kein Anspruch besteht und warum eine reflexartige Ablehnung rechtlich riskant sein kann.Ein Arbeitnehmer verlangt ein Zwischenzeugnis. Der Arbeitgeber lehhnt ab. Der Fall landet vor Gericht.In dieser Folge geht es deshalb nicht nur um das aktuelle Urteil des LAG Köln, sondern um die Grundfrage:Wann muss ein Arbeitgeber ein Zwischenzeugnis wirklich ausstellen – und wann darf er es verweigern?In der Folge erklärt Sandro Wulf:warum es keinen allgemeinen gesetzlichen Anspruch auf ein Zwischenzeugnis gibt,weshalb § 109 GewO nur das Endzeugnis regelt,wie der Anspruch auf ein Zwischenzeugnis über § 242 BGB begründet werden kann,was die Rechtsprechung unter einem triftigen Grund versteht,welche Fallgruppen Arbeitgeber und HR kennen sollten,warum ein Zwischenzeugnis nicht zur reinen Prozessvorbereitung verlangt werden kann,was das LAG Köln zur beruflichen Neuorientierung entschieden hat,warum ein pauschales Bestreiten des Arbeitgebers nicht genügt,und weshalb die zugelassene Revision zum BAG spannend werden kann.Maßgeblich ist der Grundsatz von Treu und Glauben nach § 242 BGB. Das BAG verlangt dafür einen triftigen Grund. Typische Gründe für ein Zwischenzeugnis können sein:bevorstehende Beendigung des Arbeitsverhältnisses,laufender Kündigungsschutzprozess oder sonstiger Beendigungsrechtsstreit,Wechsel des Vorgesetzten,Versetzung,erhebliche Änderung der Tätigkeit,längere Abwesenheit, etwa Elternzeit oder längere Erkrankung,Betriebsübergang,Bewerbung oder berufliche Neuorientierung.Die Grundsätze zum Zwischenzeugnis sind durch das BAG seit Jahren geprägt. Spannend bleibt aber, wie konkret eine berufliche Neuorientierung künftig dargelegt werden muss. Das LAG Köln hat die Revision zugelassen. LAG Köln, Urteil vom 04.03.2026 – 5 SLa 495/25BAG, Urteil vom 21.01.1993 – 6 AZR 171/92BAG, Urteil vom 04.11.2015 – 7 AZR 933/13BAG, Urteil vom 20.05.2020 – 7 AZR 100/19BAG, Urteil vom 25.05.2016 – 2 AZR 345/15#Arbeitsrecht#Zwischenzeugnis#Arbeitszeugnis#Arbeitgeber#HR#Personalabteilung#Kündigungsschutz#LAGKöln#BAG#FachanwaltArbeitsrecht#EinfachRecht#KanzleiWulf#SandroWulfSie haben Fragen zum Thema Zwischenzeugnis, Arbeitszeugnis, Kündigung, Beendigungsgespräch oder Vertragsgestaltung?Dann nehmen Sie gern Kontakt mit mir und meinem Team Arbeitsrecht bei den Rechtsanwälten Wulf & Collegen auf.E-Mail: info@kanzlei-wulf.deWebsite: https://kanzlei-wulf.dePodcast & Blog: https://www.kanzlei-wulf.de/einfachrechtWenn Ihnen diese Folge gefallen hat, freue ich mich über ein Abo, eine Bewertung und das Teilen der Folge mit Kolleginnen und Kollegen aus HR, Geschäftsführung und Personalabteilung.

BITACORA DEL SUR de Ramon Freire
Una revision de ancestros

BITACORA DEL SUR de Ramon Freire

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 26:57


Una revision de ancestros

Amigavibes Podcast
Podcast 105 - The Demoscene Reaper

Amigavibes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 52:38


Podcast 105 - The Demoscene Reaper On revient avec un podcast spéciale Révision 2026. Du bon son Amiga, Amstrad et C64 au programme. Que de belles productions durant cette demoparty, on reviendra très certainement avec un deuxième épisode. We're back with a special Revision 2026 podcast. Expect some great music from the Amiga, Amstrad, and Commodore 64 scene. There were so many outstanding productions showcased during this demoparty that we'll most likely be back with a second episode dedicated to it. Voici la tracklist de ce podcast / Here is the tracklist of this podcast : Jingle by JGG - AmigaVibes Razor1911 - Razor 1911 (0:24) Second Nature - Desire (10:11) The Comet - Focus Design (15:08) Roma.exe 2026 Intro - Tristar & Red Sector Inc. (17:38) Generation X - Binary (22:24) Legend of the Mushroom Man - Azure Onyx (34:20) Horny Bytes Lovers - Benediction (36:48) Diamondique - Nah-Kolor (43:48) High Score (47:15) Blitter Visions 4k - Lethargy (50:57) Total : 52:37 Enjoy Demoscene Music Jegougou & Jeffrey

Working Draft » Podcast Feed
Revision 715: Hörendenfragen zu PWAs, Tailwind und Browsern

Working Draft » Podcast Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 69:13 Transcription Available


Wir setzen unsere Hörendenfragen aus Revision 703 fort und sprechen diesmal ausführlich über den Zustand von PWAs im Jahr 2026 sowie über die Frage, warum sich Browser gefühlt kaum noch weiterentwicke…

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Neurology Minute
Recent Updates in Central Retinal Artery Occlusions

Neurology Minute

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 3:11


Dr. Casandra MacLeod discusses central retinal artery occlusions, recent trials, and those anticipated in the future.  Show citation:  Préterre C, Gaultier A, Obadia M, et al. Intravenous alteplase versus oral aspirin for acute central retinal artery occlusion within 4·5 h of severe vision loss (THEIA): a multicentre, double-dummy, patient-blinded and assessor-blinded, randomised, controlled, phase 3 trial. Lancet Neurol. 2025;24(11):909-919. doi:10.1016/S1474-4422(25)00308-4  Poli S, Grohmann C, Wenzel DA, et al. Early REperfusion therapy with intravenous alteplase for recovery of VISION in acute central retinal artery occlusion (REVISION): Study protocol of a phase III trial. Int J Stroke. 2024;19(7):823-829. doi:10.1177/17474930241248516  Ryan SJ, Jørstad ØK, Skjelland M, et al. A Randomized Trial of Tenecteplase in Acute Central Retinal Artery Occlusion. N Engl J Med. 2026;394(5):442-450. doi:10.1056/NEJMoa2508515 Show transcript:  Dr. Casandra MacLeod Hello, this is Casandra MacLeod, a neurology resident at Cleveland Clinic with today's Neurology Minute. Today we will be discussing central retinal artery occlusions, or CRAOs, and the recent trials that have come out and even those further on the horizon. The 2026 American Heart Association and American Stroke Association guidelines for the early management of patients with acute ischemic stroke were recently published and in them highlight the uncertainty around the treatment of acute CRAOs with intravenous thrombolysis, even when the patient presents within four and a half hours and is otherwise eligible. These guidelines come after two recent trials, which we will further discuss. The thrombolysis in patients with acute central retinal artery occlusion, or the THEIA trial, was published in the November issue of Lancet Neurology. This multicenter trial out of France randomized 70 patients with acute CRAOs presented within four and a half hours of time from last known well to either receive IV alteplase and oral placebo or IV placebo and oral aspirin. While safety measures showed no symptomatic hemorrhage event, although they did have one asymptomatic intracerebral hemorrhage occur, the primary outcomes, which included visual acuity improvement at one month, showed some evidence for a trend of improved acuity in the IV thrombolytic group at 66% compared to 48 in the aspirin group, it did not reach significant. And now more recently, the Tenecteplase in central retinal artery occlusion study, or TenCRAOs, was published in the January 2026 issue of The New England Journal of Medicine. TenCRAOs was a six European country multicenter trial that randomized 78 patients with CRAOs all presenting within four and a half hours of time from last known well to either receive IV Tenecteplase or aspirin, both with placebo-matching as in THEIA. The primary outcomes of TenCRAOs also included visual acuity at one month, but unfortunately this trial also did not show [inaudible 00:02:07]. They showed 20% in the IV TNK group compared to 24% in aspirin. And additionally, there was one fatal intracerebral hemorrhage in the TNK group that should be considered. Overall, the AHA and ASA guidelines state the usefulness of treatment with intravenous thrombolysis is uncertain. And this is based largely on these studies as neither trial showed improved visual recovery. Although both of these trials are underpowered, leading many to believe that the jury is still out on the use of IV thrombolytics in CRAOs. But importantly, stay on the lookout for one last trial. The early reperfusion therapy with intravenous alteplase for recovery of vision and acute central retinal artery occlusion, or the Revision trial, is actively recruiting. Revision is similar in design as THEIA, but with a goal of up to 422 total patients for a goal of a well-powered study to guide decision making. 

Tagesgespräch
Wollen Sie indirekt das EU-Paket torpedieren, Herr Caroni?

Tagesgespräch

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 28:46


FDP-Vizepräsident Andrea Caroni kämpft beim neuen Vertragspaket mit der EU an vorderster Front für eine Verfassungsänderung – und damit für höhere Hürden in Form des Ständemehrs. Wie kann er dies mit dem Entscheid der FDP-Delegierten vereinbaren, die nur das Volksmehr wollen? Mit dem Ständemehr steigt die Wahrscheinlichkeit, dass das EU-Paket an der Urne durchfällt. Warum riskiert Caroni dies, nach dem Ja der FDP-Delegierten zum Paket? Ist es wirklich fair, wenn durchs Ständemehr die Stimmen der Bürgerinnen und Bürger kleiner Kantone wie Appenzell Ausserrhoden so viel mehr Gewicht bekommen als jene aus grossen Kantonen wie Zürich? Zumal die Verfassung kein Ständemehr vorschreibt? Thema in der Samstagsrundschau ist aber auch Caronis Vorstoss für eine neue Form der formellen Partnerschaft, den Pacs: Mehr als ein Konkubinat, aber deutlich weniger als eine Ehe. Wozu braucht es das überhaupt noch? Kann der Pacs etwa gar der Ehe schaden? Schliesslich nimmt der Vizepräsident der Gerichtskommission auch Stellung zur Liebesaffäre am Bundesgericht. Schon wird die Revision eines früheren Urteils gefordert, weil sich ein Bundesrichter und eine Bundesrichterin mit ihrer Liason nicht ans Bundesgerichtsgesetz gehalten haben sollen. Welche Konsequenzen soll das haben? Andrea Caroni stellt sich in der Samstagsrundschau den kritischen Fragen von Nathalie Christen.

Samstagsrundschau
Wollen Sie indirekt das EU-Paket torpedieren, Herr Caroni?

Samstagsrundschau

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 28:46


FDP-Vizepräsident Andrea Caroni kämpft beim neuen Vertragspaket mit der EU an vorderster Front für eine Verfassungsänderung – und damit für höhere Hürden in Form des Ständemehrs. Wie kann er dies mit dem Entscheid der FDP-Delegierten vereinbaren, die nur das Volksmehr wollen? Mit dem Ständemehr steigt die Wahrscheinlichkeit, dass das EU-Paket an der Urne durchfällt. Warum riskiert Caroni dies, nach dem Ja der FDP-Delegierten zum Paket? Ist es wirklich fair, wenn durchs Ständemehr die Stimmen der Bürgerinnen und Bürger kleiner Kantone wie Appenzell Ausserrhoden so viel mehr Gewicht bekommen als jene aus grossen Kantonen wie Zürich? Zumal die Verfassung kein Ständemehr vorschreibt? Thema in der Samstagsrundschau ist aber auch Caronis Vorstoss für eine neue Form der formellen Partnerschaft, den Pacs: Mehr als ein Konkubinat, aber deutlich weniger als eine Ehe. Wozu braucht es das überhaupt noch? Kann der Pacs etwa gar der Ehe schaden? Schliesslich nimmt der Vizepräsident der Gerichtskommission auch Stellung zur Liebesaffäre am Bundesgericht. Schon wird die Revision eines früheren Urteils gefordert, weil sich ein Bundesrichter und eine Bundesrichterin mit ihrer Liason nicht ans Bundesgerichtsgesetz gehalten haben sollen. Welche Konsequenzen soll das haben? Andrea Caroni stellt sich in der Samstagsrundschau den kritischen Fragen von Nathalie Christen.

Rich Habits Podcast
Pope Against AI, GDP Revision & Market Updates From Ron Santella

Rich Habits Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 39:12


In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Radar, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz walk through the April PCE, the Q1 GDP revisions, and the Pope's critical comments on AI. We also sit down with the legendary Ron Santella of Equable Shares! Ron Santella joins us to give us a broad market update as well as answer our questions re: the bond market, the new Fed chair, and where HEDG best fits inside an investor's portfolio.

PCB Chat
RM 192: Why PCB Revision Errors Are a Hidden Reliability Risk

PCB Chat

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 39:06


Today, we're going to explore a topic that doesn't always get the attention it deserves but has a direct impact on product quality and long-term reliability. Mike Konrad is joined by Mehdi Nahali, founder of PCB Revision Control PRO. His platform is designed to replace spreadsheets, emails, and disconnected systems with a centralized approach to PCB revision lifecycle management and factory intelligence.  They going to talk about how revision control, data integrity, and process discipline impact reliability, and where manufacturers are still getting it wrong.

Regionaljournal Zentralschweiz
Zug veranstaltet Grossanlass «mit ganz viel Herz»

Regionaljournal Zentralschweiz

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 20:12


Von Donnerstag bis Sonntag finden im Kanton Zug die National Summer Games statt. Bei diesem Sportanlass steht die Inklusion im Vordergrund. Rund 1600 Athletinnen und Athleten mit einer kognitiven Beeinträchtigung treten an. An der Eröffnungsfeier ist auch Bundesrat Martin Pfister anwesend. Weiter in der Sendung: · Die Stadtluzerner Bevölkerung stimmt am 14. Juni über zwei Vorlagen ab. Beide wollen zahlbaren Wohnraum fördern. · Der Nidwaldner Finanzausgleich wird vorderhand nicht angetastet. Der Regierungsrat hat eine 2023 aufgegleiste Revision eingestellt. · Der Schwyzer Regierungsrat hat Sympathien für das Anliegen, den Zugersee zu belüften. Kein grösserer Schweizer See ist so stark mit Phosphor belastet wie der Zugersee.

QM-Blog Podcast
Mit oder ohne Entwicklung ins ISO 9001 Audit? Mit Jan Jörgensmann.

QM-Blog Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 74:53


Forum
Braucht es höhere Hürden für den Zivildienst?

Forum

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 56:37


Am 14. Juni entscheidet die Schweiz über das neue Zivildienstgesetz. Der Zugang zum Zivildienst soll erschwert werden, damit Armee und Zivilschutz mehr Personen zur Verfügung stehen. Kritiker bezweifeln die Wirkung der Massnahmen und betonen die Wichtigkeit des Zivildienstes für die Gesellschaft. Wer den Militärdienst nicht mit seinem Gewissen vereinbaren kann, kann Zivildienst leisten. Bis 2009 brauchte es dafür eine Gewissensprüfung. Heute reicht ein Gesuch. Den Gewissenskonflikt belegen Gesuchsteller dadurch, dass sie bereit sind, im Zivildienst 1,5-mal so viele Diensttage zu leisten wie in der Armee. Diese können sie aber zeitlich und örtlich selbst einteilen. Dies scheint für viele Dienstpflichtige attraktiv zu sein. Gab es im Jahr 2011 noch 4670 Zulassungen zum Zivildienst, waren es im letzten Jahr 7211. Ein neuer Höchststand. Bundesrat und Parlament möchten die Zulassungen um 40 % auf rund 4000 pro Jahr reduzieren. Hintergrund sind Personalprobleme in der Armee und in Zivilschutz. Mit über 140'000 Dienstpflichtigen liegt die Armee aktuell zwar im Soll, warnt aber ab 2028 vor einem Unterbestand. Der Zivilschutz kämpft über die ganze Schweiz gesehen bereits heute mit einem Personalmangel. Geplante Massnahmen Künftig sollen weniger Schweizer Zivildienst leisten. Erreicht werden soll dies mit verschiedenen Massnahmen. Unter anderem bleibt in Zukunft die Mindestzahl von 150 Diensttage bestehen, unabhängig davon, wie viele Tage bereits im Militär geleistet wurden. Der Faktor 1.5 für die Zivildienstpflicht (im Vergleich zur Wehrdienstpflicht) soll auch für Unteroffiziere oder Offiziere gelten. Im Weiteren wird eine jährliche Einsatzpflicht im Zivildienst eingeführt (früher frei planbar). Und da der Armee medizinisches Personal fehlt, soll es im Zivildienst in Zukunft keine Einsätze mehr geben, die ein Studium in Human-, Zahn-, oder Veterinärmedizin erfordern. Pro/Contra Gegen die Gesetzesänderung haben der Zivildienstverband Civiva und die Jungen Grünen das Referendum ergriffen. Der Zivildienst leiste einen enormen Beitrag in der Gesellschaft, insbesondere in den Bereichen Gesundheit, Umwelt und soziale Arbeit. Eine Einschränkung des Zivildienstes wäre ein erheblicher Verlust und löse die Probleme der Armee nicht. Die Befürworter argumentieren, dass die Revision für mehr Gerechtigkeit sorge. Besonders gegenüber jenen, die ihren Dienst in Armee und Zivilschutz pflichtbewusst leisten. Die Massnahmen sichern die Verteidigungsbereitschaft der Schweiz und sichert Bestände. Der Dienst in der Armee oder im Zivilschutz werde wieder zum Normalfall, während der Zivildienst nur für begründete Ausnahmen zum Zug kommt. Soll der Zivildienst unattraktiver werden, zugunsten von Armee und Zivilschutz? Oder wäre das ein grosser Verlust für die gesamte Gesellschaft? Darüber diskutieren im Forum: · Ja zu höheren Hürden: Melanie Racine, Vizepräsidentin Jungfreisinnige Schweiz · Nein zu höheren Hürden: Valentin Humbel, JUSO Luzern Die Sendung wird auch Live im Fernsehen auf SRF 1 übertragen.

The Reality Revolution Podcast
The Revision Method That Changes Everything

The Reality Revolution Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 37:52


Late summer 1958. A woman named L.H. sits in a California doctor's office and receives the verdict she has been dreading for thirty-nine years — spinal fusion, the only option left. She has lived with the same pain since she was a child swinging too high on a swing set. Every morning since. Every evening on the heating pad as her children grew up around her. Then she discovers a man named Neville Goddard. Two months later the pain is gone.   Permanently. The surgery is cancelled.I take you inside the most powerful manifestation technique Neville ever taught — and the one he said would change everything. Four witnesses across four decades. A 1978 thought experiment by physicist John Wheeler that quietly confirmed the entire mechanism. And a practice you can do tonight, before you sleep, that begins rewriting the architecture of your past while your body rests.  

Regionaljournal Zentralschweiz
Landrat Uri heisst mehr Stellenprozente für grosse Klassen gut

Regionaljournal Zentralschweiz

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 26:12


Das Urner Kantonsparlament will Lehrpersonen von grossen Schlussklassen künftig gezielter entlasten. Es folgte der Regierung und stimmte einer Revision der Volksschulverordnung mit 57 zu 0 Nein-Stimmen bei einer Enthaltung zu. Weiter in der Sendung: · Zurück auf Feld 1: Schweinebranche verwirft Vorschlag des Verbands. · Prämienverbilligung: Kanton Schwyz stimmt über Initiative der SP ab. · Handy & Co. weg: Tausende Schülerinnen und Schüler machen eine Flimmerpause.

Plastic Surgery Uncensored
Face Botched at 23: The Emotional Trauma of 3 Rhinoplasty Revisions

Plastic Surgery Uncensored

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 36:39 Transcription Available


What happens when a “simple” nose job turns into years of regret, anxiety, and feeling like you no longer recognize your own face?In this deeply personal episode of Dr. Rady Rahban's Plastic Surgery Uncensored, Chloe shares the emotional reality of undergoing not one… but THREE rhinoplasties before finally finding relief. What started as a minor concern about breathing and subtle refinement quickly spiraled into a devastating revision journey filled with pressure, poor surgical planning, permanent implants, asymmetry, breathing problems, and the crushing feeling of being “botched.”This episode goes far beyond before-and-after photos. Dr. Rahban and Chloe unpack the red flags patients often miss: rushed consultations, being upsold additional procedures, lack of informed consent, trusting hype over research, and the dangerous emotional toll of living with a face that no longer feels like your own.But this isn't just a cautionary tale — it's also a story about hope, advocacy, and what happens when reconstruction is approached with honesty, strategy, and true expertise.If you've ever considered rhinoplasty… if you've had surgery you regret… or if you're terrified of making the wrong decision with your face, this may be one of the most important episodes you listen to.Topics covered include:• Revision rhinoplasty complications• “Botched” nose job recovery• Medpor implants explained• Why some rhinoplasties collapse over time• The psychology of cosmetic surgery regret• How to properly research a plastic surgeon• Red flags during consultations• Rebuilding confidence after a bad outcome• Why natural-looking results matter mostThis is raw, honest, emotional — and packed with lessons every patient needs to hear before going under the knife. ✨ If you enjoyed this episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored:✔️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.✔️ Rate & Review—your feedback helps more people find us.✔️ Follow Dr. Rady Rahban across all platforms for daily insights, behind-the-scenes, and patient education:Instagram: @drradyrahbanTikTok: @radyrahbanMDYouTube: @Rady RahbanFacebook: @Rady Rahban✔️ Share this episode with someone considering plastic surgery—the right knowledge can save a life.

Tagesgespräch
Abstimmungskontroverse zum Zivildienstgesetz

Tagesgespräch

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 25:56


Den Zivildienst unattraktiver machen, um so die Armee zu stärken: Das will der Bundesrat mit der Revision des Zivildienstgesetzes. Am 14. Juni wird über sechs Massnahmen abgestimmt, die die Hürden für den Wechsel in den Zivildienst erhöhen. Gerade in der aktuellen geopolitischen Situation brauche es diese Verschärfung dringend, um die Sicherheit der Schweiz zu gewährleisten, sagen die Befürworter. Das neue Gesetz schwäche nur den Zivildienst, sorge für Engpässe in Schulen, Spitälern und Altersheimen und nütze der Armee gar nichts, sagen die Gegner. Wer hat recht? SP-Nationalrätin Priska Seiler Graf und SVP-Nationalrat Mauro Tuena sind zu Gast in der Abstimmungskontroverse bei Eliane Leiser.

Working Draft » Podcast Feed
Revision 714: Kirby, KI und die Verantwortung langlebiger Software, mit Bastian Allgeier

Working Draft » Podcast Feed

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 80:40 Transcription Available


Wir sprechen mit Bastian Allgeier (Web / Mastodon / Bluesky / LinkedIn) darüber, wie sich Kirby nach mehr als 14 Jahren weiterentwickelt und was es bedeutet, ein kommerzielles CMS langfristig zu pfleg…

The NZ Property Market Podcast
MPS preview: demand destruction and the 90,000 sales revision

The NZ Property Market Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 31:43


Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!With the Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) landing this Wednesday, the economic data is sending an interesting signal. April's electronic card transactions were 1.3% month-on-month—with fuel spending down 2% despite rising prices. It's decent evidence that "demand destruction" is actively under way as households fundamentally shift their behaviour.This week, Nick Goodall and Kelvin Davidson preview the upcoming OCR decision and why Nick is sliding off the fence to join the Kiwibank camp, lowering the probability of a July rate hike to 40%. We also pull apart the latest Monthly Chart Pack data, which reveals a consecutive four-month drop in year-on-year sales volumes, forcing a major downward revision to our 2026 housing transaction forecasts.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.comThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.

Arena
«Abstimmungs-Arena» zum Zivildienstgesetz

Arena

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 68:58


Mit der Änderung des Zivildienstgesetzes soll die Zahl der Zulassungen zum Zivildienst gesenkt werden – dieser soll die Ausnahme bleiben und der Militärdienst die Regel. Gegen die Revision wurde das Referendum ergriffen. Gegner befürchten, dass der Zivildienst schrittweise abgeschafft wird. Am 14. Juni stimmt die Schweizer Stimmbevölkerung über die Änderung des Zivildienstgesetzes ab. Laut Bundesrat und Parlament soll die Vorlage dafür sorgen, dass mit sechs konkreten Massnahmen weniger Personen vom Militär- in den Zivildienst wechseln. So müsste etwa die Mindestanzahl von 150 Diensttagen im Zivildienst in jedem Fall gewährleistet sein. Ausserdem sind strengere Vorgaben für die Planung der Zivildiensteinsätze vorgesehen. Gegen diese Massnahme wurde von den jungen Grünen und von linken Kreisen das Referendum ergriffen. Sie sagen, dass die Verschärfung zu einem schädlichen Leistungsabbau in der Pflege, an Schulen oder im Naturschutz führt. Zudem befürchten sie, dass die Vorlage nur der erste Abbauschritt sei und der Zivildienst schliesslich im Zivilschutz aufgelöst werde. Laut der bürgerlichen Parlamentsmehrheit wechseln zu viele Dienstpflichtige von der Armee zum Zivildienst. Vor allem die späten Wechsel aus der Armee in den Zivildienst seien ein Problem, das durch die neuen Massnahmen gelöst werden soll. Der Zivildienst sei heute gegenüber dem Militär zu attraktiv – diese Vorteile für «Zivis» sollen beseitigt werden. Die Gegnerinnen und Gegner wenden ein, dass die Vorlage die Armee nicht stärke, gleichzeitig jedoch die Zahl der Zivildienstleistenden massiv reduziere. Diese würden in Zukunft fehlen, wo sie am dringendsten gebraucht würden, was dem sozialen Zusammenhalt, der Umwelt und der Sicherheit der Schweiz schade. Verhindert die Gesetzesrevision, dass Zivildienstpflichtige gegenüber Militärdienstpflichtigen einen Vorteil haben? Oder ist die Vorlage der erste Schritt zur Abschaffung des Zivildienstes? Zu diesen Fragen begrüsst Sandro Brotz am 22. Mai 2026 in der «Abstimmungs-Arena» als Befürworterinnen und Befürworter der Vorlage: – Guy Parmelin, Bundespräsident; – Maja Riniker, Nationalrätin FDP/AG; und – Martin Candinas, Nationalrat Die Mitte/GR. Gegen die Vorlage treten an: – Franziska Roth, Ständerätin SP/SO; – Magdalena Erni, Co-Präsidentin Junge Grüne; und – Patrick Hässig, Nationalrat GLP/ZH.

Devils & Demons
427 Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022)

Devils & Demons

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 195:47 Transcription Available


Auf in die letzte Runde Texas Chainsaw. Vorläufig zumindest. Nach dem es einige Jahre Ruhe vom Ledergesicht aus Texas gab, veröffentlichte ausgerechnet Streamingdienst Netflix einen neuen Ableger der Reihe. Der Film sollte ursprünglich ins Kino kommen, kam bei Testscreenings nicht gut an, wurde mehr oder weniger aufgegeben, fand dann aber beim großen N einen dankbaren Abnehmer. Die ursprüngliche Episode zum Film ist heute schon legendär. Damals kamen Pascal, André und Chris gar nicht aus dem Hypen raus, ehe sie ein paar Tage später feststellen mussten, dass die ganze Welt den neuen TCM hasste. Nun ein paar Jahr später ist es Zeit für eine Revision dieser Einschätzung. Oder ist der Hype immer noch real? In Episode 427 bekommt ihr eine Analyse, die das ganze Meinungsspektrum abdecken sollte.

ICS Podcast
Mid-Urethral Synthetic Sling Revision Surgery and Complications

ICS Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 61:18


In this episode, hosts Shannon Wallace and Cyrille Guillot-Tantay are joined by Howard Goldman and Sandip Vasavada to explore the challenges of mid-urethral sling revision surgery. The discussion covers practical decision-making around complications including mesh exposure, pain, infection, and voiding dysfunction, with a focus on when to manage conservatively and when surgical intervention is needed. ICS PodcastThrough its annual meeting and journal, the International Continence Society (ICS) has been advancing multidisciplinary continence research and education worldwide since 1971.Over 3,000 Urologists, Uro-gynaecologists, Physiotherapists, Nurses and Research Scientists make up ICS, a thriving society dedicated to incontinence and pelvic floor disorders. The Society is growing every day and welcomes you to join us. If you join today, you'll enjoy substantial discounts on ICS Annual Meeting registrations and free journal submissions.Joining ICS is like being welcomed into a big family. Get to know the members and become involved in a vibrant, supportive community of healthcare professionals, dedicated to making a real difference to the lives of people with incontinence.

DocPreneur Leadership Podcast
What the History of Healthcare Reform Teaches Us About Today's Alternative Practice Models

DocPreneur Leadership Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 82:47


Hosted by Michael Tetreault | Editor-in-Chief, Concierge Medicine Today Episode Overview In one of the most comprehensive episodes in DocPreneur Leadership Podcast history, host Michael Tetreault takes an honest, evidence-based, and encouraging look at the cash-pay and subscription-based primary care landscape — who it serves, how it works, where it's heading, and what every physician and advanced practice clinician needs to understand before making a career-defining decision. This episode doesn't take sides. It takes a clear-eyed look at the full picture — including the parts that don't always make it into the conference keynote. What's Covered in This Episode The Foundation Not all subscription-based primary care models are the same. Two models operating in this space share surface-level similarities but are structurally distinct businesses with different economic logic, different patient populations, and different long-term trajectories. Understanding which one you're considering — and why — changes everything about how you plan. A Lesson From Healthcare History Before committing to any practice model, it helps to understand what happened to the movements that came before it. This episode traces three instructive parallels: the micropractice and ideal medical practice movement of the early 2000s; the decades-long fight for healthcare price transparency and what happened when physicians finally got it; and the rise and reality check of retail health — what scaled, what didn't, and why. The common thread in every model that has achieved durable scale in American healthcare is the same: structural fit with the economic environment, not ideological purity. Two Pathways, One Brand Name The episode walks through both economic models in the cash-pay primary care space — the purist, cash-only, no-insurance model and the employer-integrated model — explaining how each works, who each serves, and what the financial picture actually looks like for physicians considering either path. The revenue math is done out loud. The sustainability data from peer-reviewed research is cited. The patient demographic fit for each model is examined honestly and specifically. Who Each Model Serves — and Where Other Models Fit Better A detailed breakdown of the patient populations each model genuinely serves well — and an honest, evidence-based look at the patient populations where other models may be a better structural fit. Including Medicare-eligible patients, patients with complex chronic disease, lower-income households, and employees of small and mid-sized businesses. The Overlooked Opportunity — NPs, PAs, and Advanced Practice Clinicians One of the most significant and underexplored opportunities in subscription-based healthcare delivery today is the direct-care model as a pathway for nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other advanced practice clinicians. The evidence on NP and PA-led primary care outcomes is strong and peer-reviewed. The physician shortage projections make the need urgent. And the organizational infrastructure for advanced practice clinician-led direct-care practices is largely unbuilt — which means the opportunity belongs to whoever moves first. The Organizational Landscape An honest look at what the multiplicity of organizations, coalitions, and alliances in the cash-pay primary care space tells us — and what research on professional association dynamics says about the long-term implications of organizational fragmentation for legislative effectiveness and individual practice planning. One Brand, Two Directions Drawing on four documented historical parallels from the history of American medicine — the AMA and managed care, osteopathic medicine's identity divide, family medicine's emergence as a separate specialty, and the micropractice movement — the episode makes the case that two communities with genuinely different economic interests and regulatory priorities currently sharing a brand name may, consistent with historical precedent, find their own distinct professional homes over time. This is presented as pattern recognition grounded in verified historical evidence — and as practical planning context for physicians building practices today. The Tax and Structuring Update A clear, practical summary of the 2025 "One Big Beautiful Bill" Act changes — effective January 2026 — and what they mean for HSA eligibility of cash-pay membership fees. What qualifies, what doesn't, and why legal counsel is essential before making any representations to patients about tax-advantaged payment options. Eight Questions Before You Commit A practical pre-decision checklist — eight specific questions every physician or advanced practice clinician should be able to answer clearly before committing to any cash-pay practice pathway. Key Takeaways Cash-pay primary care and concierge medicine are not the same model, do not serve the same patient populations, and should not be evaluated as interchangeable alternatives. The purist cash-pay model has grown from approximately 100 practices in 2009 to over 2,100 by 2023 — real and meaningful growth. The financial sustainability data, however, reflects consistent challenges that peer-reviewed research has documented specifically in lower-income markets and solo practice settings. The employer-integrated pathway has stronger structural sustainability — multiple revenue streams, embedded benefit relationships, and documented employer cost reductions of 12 to 20 percent over three to five years. A December 2025 Johns Hopkins study found concierge and cash-pay primary care practices combined grew 83.1 percent between 2018 and 2023. The employer-integrated model is the primary driver of that growth trajectory. Concierge medicine — particularly the PCM model — is not retreating. The global concierge medicine market is projected to surpass $34 billion by 2032 and is growing at a compound annual rate that outpaces most healthcare market segments. The National Academy of Medicine's 2021 Future of Nursing report, AAMC physician shortage projections, and peer-reviewed NP/PA outcomes research collectively point to advanced practice clinician-led direct-care models as one of the most significant underexplored opportunities in subscription-based healthcare delivery. Pattern recognition from healthcare history — price transparency, retail health, the micropractice movement — consistently shows that the distance between a compelling healthcare idea and durable scaled impact is longer and more complicated than early advocacy suggests. Models that have achieved durable scale in American primary care share one characteristic: structural fit with the economic environment, not independence from it. Sources and Citations All claims in this episode are supported by published, verifiable sources. Full citations below. Micropractice and Practice Model History Moore, G. (2002). "Accountability and Improvement in Physician Practice." Family Medicine. Moore, G. & Showstack, J. (2003). "Primary Care Medicine in Crisis." Health Affairs. healthaffairs.org AAFP TransforMED Initiative. (2006). aafp.org Nutting, P.A. et al. (2010). "Initial Lessons From the First National Demonstration Project on Practice Transformation to a Patient-Centered Medical Home." Annals of Family Medicine. Rittenhouse, D.R. et al. (2009). "Primary Care and Accountable Care." New England Journal of Medicine. Rittenhouse, D.R. & Shortell, S.M. (2009). "The Patient-Centered Medical Home." JAMA. Price Transparency Research Pathak, Y. & Muhlestein, D. (2024). "Public Awareness and Use of Price Transparency: Report From a National Survey." West Health Institute / Gallup. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov Parente, S.T. (2023). "Estimating the Impact of New Health Price Transparency Policies." Inquiry.pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov ScienceDirect. (2025). "Outcomes of Price Transparency Policies for Healthcare Services in the United States: A Systematic Review." sciencedirect.com Retail Health Fein, A.J. (2017). "Retail Clinic Check Up: CVS Retrenches, Walgreens Outsources, Kroger Expands." Drug Channels. drugchannels.net CNBC. (2024). "Why Walmart, Walgreens, CVS Retail Health Clinic Experiment Is Struggling." cnbc.com Healthcare Finance News. (2023). "Retail Clinics Seeing Utilization Soar, Popularity Grow." healthcarefinancenews.com MedCity News. (2023). "Retail Clinics Are Gaining Momentum." medcitynews.com Cash-Pay and Subscription Primary Care Market Data MedCity News. (March 2026). "DPC Is Scaling — The Financing Architecture Isn't Ready." medcitynews.com Johns Hopkins. (December 2025). Study on concierge and cash-pay practice growth 2018–2023. As cited in MedCity News, March 2026. Liaw, W. et al. (2024). "Direct Primary Care: Financial Analysis and Potential to Reshape the U.S. Healthcare Landscape." Journal of General Internal Medicine. springer.com Lujan, D.Y. (2025). "Why Direct Primary Care Models Fail." KevinMD. kevinmd.com Doan, L. et al. (2019). "Physician Perspectives on Direct Primary Care." Family Medicine. Eskew, P.M. & Klink, K. (2015). "Direct Primary Care: Practice Distribution and Cost Across the Nation." Health Affairs. healthaffairs.org Tseng, P. et al. (2018). "Administrative Costs Associated With Physician Billing and Insurance-Related Activities." JAMA Internal Medicine. Medscape Physician Compensation Report. (2023). medscape.com Employer-Integrated Model Spann, S.J. et al. (2020). "Employer-Sponsored Direct Primary Care." Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions. (2021). purchaseralliance.org Kaiser Family Foundation. (2023). Employer Health Benefits Annual Survey. kff.org National Business Group on Health. (2022). businessgrouphealth.org Employers Health Coalition. (2022). employershealthcoalition.org Patient Demographics and Population Health Anderson, G.F. (2010). "Chronic Conditions: Making the Case for Ongoing Care." Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Tikkanen, R. & Abrams, M.K. (2020). "U.S. Health Care from a Global Perspective." Commonwealth Fund.commonwealthfund.org Collins, S.R. et al. (2022). "Paying for It: How Health Insurance and Healthcare Costs Are Shaping the Lives of American Adults." Commonwealth Fund. commonwealthfund.org Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2023). "Contingent and Alternative Employment Arrangements." bls.gov Petterson, S. et al. (2012). "Unequal Distribution of the U.S. Primary Care Workforce." Annals of Family Medicine. Advanced Practice Clinicians and Nursing Laurant, M. et al. (2019). "Revision of Professional Roles and Quality Improvement in Primary Care." New England Journal of Medicine. Naylor, M.D. & Kurtzman, E.T. (2010). "The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Reinventing Primary Care." Health Affairs. healthaffairs.org National Academy of Medicine. (2021). "The Future of Nursing 2020–2030." nationalacademies.org AAMC. (2021). "The Complexities of Physician Supply and Demand: Projections from 2019–2034." aamc.org Legal, Tax, and Compliance Eischen, J. (2025). Legal Commentary on Cash Practice Structuring. eischenlawoffice.com DLA Piper. (2025). "Paying for Direct Primary Care Arrangements With HSAs." dlapiper.com IRS Notice 26-05. irs.gov CMS. "Opt-Out Affidavits and Private Contracts." cms.gov Organizational and Professional Identity Research Hoff, T.J. (2010). Practice Under Pressure: Primary Care Physicians and Their Medicine in the Twenty-First Century. Rutgers University Press. Scott, W.R. (2008). Institutions and Organizations: Ideas and Interests. SAGE Publications. Freidson, E. (2001). Professionalism: The Third Logic. University of Chicago Press. Wolinsky, H. & Brune, T. (1994). The Serpent on the Staff: The Unhealthy Politics of the American Medical Association. Putnam. Gevitz, N. (2004). The DOs: Osteopathic Medicine in America. Johns Hopkins University Press. Stephens, G.G. (1989). "Family Medicine as Counterculture." Journal of Family Practice. Colwill, J.M. (1992). "Where Have All the Primary Care Applicants Gone?" New England Journal of Medicine. Meltzer, D.O. & Chung, J.W. (2014). "The Population-Based Physician Workforce." Health Affairs.healthaffairs.org Bodenheimer, T. & Pham, H.H. (2010). "Primary Care: Current Problems and Proposed Solutions." Health Affairs. healthaffairs.org Grumbach, K. & Grundy, P. (2010). "Outcomes of Implementing Patient Centered Medical Home Interventions." JAMA. Concierge Medicine Market Data Grand View Research. (2022). Concierge Medicine Market Size & Growth Report. grandviewresearch.com Precedence Research. (2023). U.S. Concierge Medicine Market Size and Forecast. globenewswire.com MDVIP. (2020). Personalized Primary Care Reduces ER Visits, Hospitalizations, and Outpatient Expenditures.mdvip.com AAPP / Software Advice. (2023). "Concierge Medicine Salary and Definition." softwareadvice.com Disclaimer The DocPreneur Leadership Podcast is produced by Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, an independent healthcare leadership publication. This episode and its accompanying summary are intended for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing in this episode or summary constitutes medical, legal, financial, or accounting advice. The information presented reflects publicly available research, published data, and editorial observation, and is not intended to replace the guidance of qualified medical, legal, financial, or business professionals. All factual claims are supported by named, verifiable third-party sources, which are cited in full above. Concierge Medicine Today makes no guarantee regarding the completeness or currency of external sources cited and encourages listeners to verify information independently. References to specific organizations, publications, legal decisions, or market data are provided for educational context only. Mention of any organization, publication, or individual does not constitute endorsement, and no commercial relationship exists between Concierge Medicine Today and any source cited in this episode unless otherwise disclosed. Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other clinicians considering any practice model change are strongly encouraged to seek qualified legal counsel with specific experience in healthcare compliance, tax structuring, and the applicable regulatory environment in their state before making any practice or business decisions. © 2007–2026 Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction or distribution of this content without written permission is prohibited.

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Revision 713: ARIA-Glücksrad – von Dialogen, Definitionen und Datepickern

Working Draft » Podcast Feed

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 67:31 Transcription Available


Wir drehen wieder am ARIA-Glücksrad und sprechen mit Daniela, Paweł und Peter Krautzberger über Rollen und Attribute, die man im Alltag teils nie sieht, teils besser nicht selbst nachbauen sollte. Dab…

Modern Mindset with Adam Cox
595 - AI and Revision: Is it a Good Revision Tool, or a Crutch?

Modern Mindset with Adam Cox

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 22:53


Rory McGowan sits down with an honorary fellow at the University College London, Dr Kavi Samra, to talk about AI's role in revision. GCSE exams are underway, with A Levels not too far behind. How is AI being used by students, and how are companies trying to design AI to make it appropriate and reliable for exam purposes?

The ACL Athlete Podcast
276 | Two-Stage Revision ACL Reconstruction Part 2: The Surgery, the Research, and the Road Back

The ACL Athlete Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 53:57


In this episode, we go deeper into the two-stage revision ACL reconstruction process, starting with what actually happens during Stage 1 and why understanding the bone work changes how you think about the months that follow. We break down the interstage period, the stretch between Stage 1 and Stage 2 that we argue is the most underappreciated phase in all of ACL rehab, and walk through exactly what that window should look like physically and mentally. We cover the research, including what the MARS Group, Mitchell and colleagues, Gopinatth and colleagues, and the 2025 Sutton meta-analysis actually show about outcomes after revision reconstruction, and we name the numbers honestly, including the return to sport gap between returning to some activity and returning to the pre-injury level. We close with direct takeaways for both athletes and clinicians, and we bring the story we opened Episode 275 with full circle.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

Be Our Guest WDW Podcast
Listener Questions - May 13, 2026 - Galactic Starcruiser Revision?, Smaller Meals at WDW?, Epic Universe Advice - BOGP 2892

Be Our Guest WDW Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 50:59


Happy Wednesday, everyone! Today Mike & Rikki are answering your listener questions! We get a great email from Listener Chris to start the show with lots of feedback on why he thought the Galactic Starcruiser didn't succeed at Walt Disney World, and had some solutions as to how this experience might be able to come back around in the future. We had a nice discussion around this topic as well! Then, we talked about smaller portions for meals at Walt Disney World (as well as quality of those meals), surprises for 11-year old boys at the Magic Kingdom, room requests at Caribbean Beach, and much more! Come join the BOGP Clubhouse on our Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse!  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Let’s Talk Memoir
240. Deepening the Narrative Journey and Allowing Ourselves to Go Places We Didn't Plan featuring Monica Macansantos

Let’s Talk Memoir

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 43:09


Monica Macansantos joins Let's Talk Memoir for a conversation about organizing her collection of essays around her father's very sudden and unexpected passing, not being sure she could write again, when common themes begin to emerge, connecting with loved ones through writing, recognizing and exploring complicated relationships with a home town and home country, feeling othered, the literary scene in the Phillipines, how writing takes a level of privilege, modeling literary citizenship, deepening our narrative journeys and allowing ourselves to go places we didn't plan, growing up in a colonized land, leaning into the discomfort of writing, giving shape to grief, taking risks, and her new essay collection Returning to My Father's Kitchen.   Ronit's in-person Fall Workshop - Writing Dynamic Memoir: From Lived Experience to Gripping Story  https://www.lmcmurtrylitcenter.org/workshops/writing-dynamic-memoir-from-lived-experience-to-gripping-story   Also in this episode: -gatekeeping in writing -thinking about what home is -when the puzzle pieces come together   Books mentioned in this episode: The Art of Revision by Peter Ho Davies The Glass Eye by Jeannie Vanasco  Memorial Drive by Natasha Tretheway The Memory Eaters by Elizabeth  The Second Tree from the Corner by E.B. White cut after 37:40-37:54 start 37:55 begin “I think I connected”   Monica Macansantos is the author of the essay collection, Returning to My Father's Kitchen (Curbstone/Northwestern University Press, 2025), and the story collection, Love and Other Rituals (Grattan Street Press, 2022). She was a 2024-25 Shearing Fellow with the Black Mountain Institute in Las Vegas, and a 2025 Marguerite & Lamar Smith Fellow with the Carson McCullers Center in Columbus, Georgia. Her work has recently appeared in Electric Lit, River Styx, Lit Hub, Bennington Review, and Poor Yorick, among others. Her honors include a James A. Michener Fellowship from the University of Texas at Austin, and residencies from Hedgebrook, the Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts, the Storyknife Writers Retreat, the I-Park Foundation, and Monson Arts.    Connect with Monica: Website: https://monicamacansantos.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madamebutchay/ Bluesky: @missmacansantos.bsky.social   Purchase Book: Purchase Returning to My Father's Kitchen from Northwestern University Press: https://nupress.northwestern.edu/9780810148390/returning-to-my-fathers-kitchen/ Or from Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/p/books/returning-to-my-father-s-kitchen-essays-monica-macansantos/8c4605e505fd4de8?ean=9780810148390&next=t&next=t Or from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Returning-My-Fathers-Kitchen-Essays/dp/0810148390/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 – Ronit's writing has appeared in The Atlantic, The Rumpus, The New York Times, Poets & Writers, The Iowa Review, Hippocampus, The Washington Post, Writer's Digest, American Literary Review, and elsewhere. Her memoir WHEN SHE COMES BACK about the loss of her mother to the guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and their eventual reconciliation was named Finalist in the 2021 Housatonic Awards Awards, the 2021 Indie Excellence Awards, and was a 2021 Book Riot Best True Crime Book. Her short story collection HOME IS A MADE-UP PLACE won Hidden River Arts' 2020 Eludia Award and the 2023 Page Turner Awards for Short Stories.  She earned an MFA in Nonfiction Writing at Pacific University, is Creative Nonfiction Editor at The Citron Review, and teaches memoir through the University of Washington's Online Continuum Program and also independently. She launched Let's Talk Memoir in 2022, lives in Seattle with her family of people and dogs, and is at work on her next book.   More about Ronit: https://ronitplank.com Subscribe to Ronit's Substack: https://substack.com/@ronitplank Follow Ronit: https://www.instagram.com/ronitplank/ https://www.facebook.com/RonitPlank https://bsky.app/profile/ronitplank.bsky.social  

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Revision 712: The Web Beyond the Edges of the Browser Window, with Niels Leenheer

Working Draft » Podcast Feed

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 80:09 Transcription Available


We speak with Niels Leenheer about playful browser experiments, strange hardware, and why the web is still a great runtime for doing things it was never really designed for. After a short recap of …

Whence Came You? - Freemasonry discussed and Masonic research for today's Freemason
Whence Came You? - 0711 - Ritual, Revision, and Renewal

Whence Came You? - Freemasonry discussed and Masonic research for today's Freemason

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 23:08


This week, we're looking at two really interesting articles from Square and Compass Magazine. First up, we'll be reading Anachronisms and Inconsistencies in Masonic Ritual. Have you ever thought in ritual, "Hey, that doesn't make sense?" Well, many have, and we'll explore a few of them. Then, we'll turn to A New Hope for Masonic Education. If Grand Lodges can't provide education in 1937, what can be done to fix this? One answer - Nationalize it! All this and more, stay tuned.  Links: The Secretary Box Teaser wcypodcast.com/secretary-box Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on PayPal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

Reliability Matters
Why PCB Revision Errors Are a Hidden Reliability Risk With Mehdi Nahali - Episode 192

Reliability Matters

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 39:07


Today, we're going to explore a topic that doesn't always get the attention it deserves, but has a direct impact on product quality and long-term reliability.I'm joined by Mehdi Nahali, founder of PCB Revision Control PRO. His platform is designed to replace spreadsheets, emails, and disconnected systems with a centralized approach to PCB revision lifecycle management and factory intelligence. We're going to talk about how revision control, data integrity, and process discipline impact reliability, and where manufacturers are still getting it wrong.PCB Revision Control Prohttps://www.pcbrevisionpro.com

The Anfield Wrap
Liverpool Ticket Price Revision Reaction: TAW Special

The Anfield Wrap

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 20:35


Neil Atkinson and John Gibbons react to the latest announcement from Liverpool about their revised plans for raising ticket prices, with the club announcing that they are sticking with the initial increase have scrapped the proposed three year rolling inflation linked rise and will again freeze prices for 27/28. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ACL Athlete Podcast
275 | Two-Stage Revision ACL Reconstruction Part 1: What It Is and Why It Happens

The ACL Athlete Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 36:46


In this episode, we open with the story of an athlete who did everything right after her ACL reconstruction and still knew something was off. Her surgeon told her she was fine. Her knee told her otherwise. We break down what a two-stage revision ACL reconstruction actually is, using the house renovation analogy to explain why some revision cases require a foundation fix before a new graft can go in. We cover the two primary reasons a two-stage becomes necessary: tunnel widening beyond 12 to 14 millimeters and non-anatomic tunnel positioning, and we get into who ends up facing this procedure and why it is not random bad luck. We also address something that does not get said enough: the damage of being told you are fine when you are not, the guilt athletes carry when a first surgery does not hold, and why getting the right team and the right diagnosis changes everything about how this process feels, even when it does not shorten it.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

This is How We Create
The "New Black Look" Redefining Interior Design - Sierra Glasgow

This is How We Create

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 20:33


Most creators would have folded under the pressure of the "beige box" industry, yet Sierra doubled down on a signature style that fuses modern curvature with the vibrant, ancestral pulse of Black culture. This episode uncovers the friction of being a risk-taker in a world that fears color and how she transitioned from the technical rigors of building construction to painting emotional landscapes within four walls. If you have ever felt pressured to dilute your aesthetic or lowball your worth to fit in, Sierra's journey is the blueprint for setting boundaries that protect your sanity and your specialized "sauce."   Chapters   01:02  Early memories of drawing faces and the transition from fine art to interiors 02:04  The unexpected educational shift from architecture to building construction technology 03:35  Landing the first client through social media and early industry exposure 05:28  How the cultural landscape of Richmond shaped an African-modern aesthetic 08:02  The philosophy of the "New Black Look" and the symbolism of Birds of Paradise 10:25  Confronting the "Beige Box" and the challenge of being a professional risk-taker 11:32  The Virginia Beach high-rise: Lessons in pricing and self-worth 14:49  Cultural authenticity and the balance of minimalist-maximalist design 16:38  Hard boundaries: Revision limits and preventing client-led design sabotage 18:57  Advice for finding your "special sauce" through research and mood boards   Connect with Sierra: Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uniekinteriors/ Support the show Website: Martine SeverinFollow on Instagram: Martine | This Is How We CreateSubscribe to the Newsletter: Martine's Substack This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin. This episode was edited by Daniel Espinosa. Podcast show art is designed by Violetta Encarnación. Music by Timothy Infinite. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts Leave a review Follow us on social media Share with fellow creatives  

Teachers Talk Radio
How far should schools go? Revision sessions, intervention sessions, exam season

Teachers Talk Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 86:52


A school letter has sparked controversy after making extra GCSE revision including weekends compulsory, with consequences for absence. But where is the line between high expectations and excessive pressure? In tonight's Points of View, we ask: Should schools be able to mandate extra sessions? Do strict systems raise standards or risk burnout? And who decides what's “too far” when exams are on the line? Join the debate as we explore how far schools should go in the name of results.   Featuring JP, Tom Rogers, Tony Harwood and Michael Wright.

Working Draft » Podcast Feed
Revision 711: LLMs zuhause betreiben

Working Draft » Podcast Feed

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 74:19 Transcription Available


Wir sprechen darüber, wie man aktuelle Sprach- und Bildmodelle zu Hause betreiben kann, welche Hardware dafür realistisch ist und warum das Thema gerade zwischen Datenschutz, Kostenkontrolle und digit…

Best Stocks Now with Bill Gunderson
Monday May 4, 2026 - Incredible earnings revision higher for the S&P 500!

Best Stocks Now with Bill Gunderson

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 37:39


Teachers Talk Radio
How far should schools go? Revision sessions, Intervention sessions, Exam season: Points of View

Teachers Talk Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 88:09


A school letter has sparked controversy after making extra GCSE revision — including weekends — compulsory, with consequences for absence. But where is the line between high expectations and excessive pressure? In tonight's Points of View, we ask: Should schools be able to mandate extra sessions? Do strict systems raise standards or risk burnout? And who decides what's “too far” when exams are on the line? Join the debate as we explore how far schools should go in the name of results.

Rohrich Knose
Multiple Revision Rhinoplasty with Dr. Alex Gordon

Rohrich Knose

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 11:08


KPBS Midday Edition
Promoting autism acceptance through art and community

KPBS Midday Edition

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 45:45 Transcription Available


April is Autism Acceptance Month — a time to recognize and celebrate what it means to live with autism.It's an experience that looks a little different for everyone.On KPBS Midday Edition, we highlight local groups creating space and sharing resources in San Diego.We hear from people with the Autism Society San Diego and Revision, an inclusive art space in Hillcrest and La Mesa.Plus, an excerpt from the youth-led podcast, Voices del Valle. The podcast tells coming-of-age stories from the Imperial Valley.Guests:Tim Gobran, board member, Autism Society San DiegoJessica Boranian, creative mentor, RevisionZoe Berl Hahn, resident artist, RevisionAngela Sanchez, podcast host and student, Voices del ValleYelin Ojeda, poet and student

Teachers Talk Radio
The Final Countdown: the Anxiety, the Burn Out and the Apathy - The Morning Break with Liz Webb

Teachers Talk Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2026 62:32


It's nearly exam season and the countdown, post-Easter, has truly begun. The pressure is on. Revision classes are running before school, after school, lunchtimes. Material is being revisited, practice papers are being circulated, students are requesting psychic predictions of paper content. The holy grail of the fabled study leave experienced by their predecessors is within touching distance and yet… the sense of immediacy somehow feels lacking - like the exams are months rather than days away. Is it worse in 2026 than it has ever been or have we forgotten last year already? Is apathy the name of the game or is it something else? Is it anxiety? Burn out? Boredom through Groundhog Day repetition of the same material? Join The Morning Break team's discussion as they delve into the classroom experiences and feelings leading up to exam season.

The Trillium Show with Dr. Jason Hall
Revision Surgery: Why It Happens (And How to Avoid It) (Ep.111)

The Trillium Show with Dr. Jason Hall

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 14:58 Transcription Available


Send us Fan MailOne of the most common consults I see isn't for first-time surgery, it's for patients who've already had a procedure and want it improved.Revision surgery is one of the most complex and least talked about areas in plastic surgery. It's harder, riskier, and far less predictable than doing a procedure the first time, and yet most people don't hear about it until they're already in it.In this episode, I break down why revision surgery happens and what you need to understand before your first procedure if you want to reduce the chances of needing one later.We talk through three main drivers: Biology and aging, things no surgeon can control  Poor planning, including implant choices and surgical strategy  Mismatched expectations between patient and surgeon I also get into why revision surgery is technically more difficult, why some surgeons won't do it at all, and the psychological side that often gets overlooked.The reality is this: the best revision surgery is the one you never need. And that comes down to making better decisions before you ever step into the operating room.If you're considering plastic surgery, or dealing with a result you're not happy with, this is a conversation you should hear. 

Seller Sessions
Brand Design on a Budget: Google Stitch, Design Principles & Live Split Testing — Conversion Monthly

Seller Sessions

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2026 55:56


In this Conversion Monthly, Danny McMillan is joined by Dorian and Matt Kostan (no Sim this episode — he's on holiday) for a live, practical session on building brand-quality design systems fast and for free. Dorian opens with a tight crash course in the three design fundamentals that separate professional Amazon listings from amateur ones: font pairing, grid and layout, and colour theory. He then demos Google Stitch live, building a full design system from a wooden utensil listing in real time. Danny shows a more automated route — using Perplexity to control Stitch autonomously and generate a complete brand kit from just a product title, bullet points, and a reference image. Matt rounds it off with a live Product Pinion split test of the new designs against the original listing — and the results deliver the session's sharpest lesson. The big takeaway: pretty is not enough. Information + design working together is what converts. Key Topics Google Stitch for brand design — Free AI design tool that generates full brand guidelines, font pairings, and mockups from reference images and prompts 3 design fundamentals every seller should know — Font pairing, grid and layout, colour theory with a contrasting action colour Perplexity + Stitch autonomous workflow — Danny demos letting Perplexity control Stitch end-to-end with zero manual input to generate a full brand kit Coolers.co — Free colour palette tool with a visualiser and AI colour bot (Matt) UX and design laws applied to Amazon — Miller's Law, Fitts' Law, Jacob's Law, Occam's Razor translated into listing and brand site decisions Product Pinion live split test — New designed variants vs the original listing, with real shopper results in under 10 minutes Live test result — The original information-heavy image outperformed the prettier redesigns early on; lesson: strip information at your peril Timestamps [00:00] Intro — Danny opens, Sim is out, format overview [00:48] Dorian: Why most Amazon listings lack design consistency [02:00] The 3 design principles: font pairing, grid/layout, colour theory [04:30] Font pairing explained — serif vs sans-serif, how world-class brands use them [07:00] Colour theory — complementary colours plus one contrasting action colour [08:30] Live Google Stitch demo — wooden utensil set, design system generated from brand brief + images [10:00] Stitch output: colour palette, font pairings, layout mockups [12:17] Matt: brand guidelines used to cost $1,000+ — now free in Stitch [13:00] Dorian: live Figma iteration — cleaning up the infographic using new design system fonts [17:00] Matt: information hierarchy lesson — measurements vs benefits on infographics [19:30] Dorian: "mouse text" and anchoring — what to leave in, what to strip out [20:33] Matt: Coolers.co overview — free colour palette generator and visualiser [22:00] Matt: UX/UI design principles applied to Product Pinion and Amazon listings [25:12] Danny: Perplexity + Stitch autonomous brand kit demo — Z Kitchen brand from scratch [27:00] Z Kitchen outputs: design system, A+ content, infographic, lifestyle mockups, packaging concepts [31:00] How to iterate inside Stitch — refine vs reimagine, varying only specific elements, up to 5 variants [36:00] Danny: UX design laws — Miller's Law, Fitts' Law, Jacob's Law, Occam's Razor [40:00] Danny: Typography slides — spacing systems, layout balance, font families [43:32] Dorian: reveals three redesigned variants ready for split test [44:35] Matt: launches live Product Pinion test — 50 shoppers, cooking category targeting [47:33] Live results coming in — original listing leading over new designs [48:00] Dorian: "pretty is one thing but the information has to be there" [49:00] Danny: design and information are two separate layers — both are required [51:30] Product Pinion API + Claude integration teaser [52:36] Final results and wrap-up — test completed in ~10 minutes with 50 real shoppers [53:44] Closing thoughts and Seller Sessions Live preview (26 days out) Key Takeaways Three principles separate professional listings from amateur ones — font pairing (serif + sans-serif), grid and layout (hierarchy: 1, 2, 3), and colour (complementary base + one contrasting action colour). Google Stitch is the best free tool right now for design mockups — unlike image generators (Gemini, GPT), Stitch understands design principles and generates layout-aware mockups you can iterate on. Pretty does not convert on its own — the live test showed the original, information-heavy image outperforming the cleaner redesigns early. Design is a layer on top of strong product information, not a replacement for it. Perplexity can run Stitch autonomously — paste a product title, bullet points, and a reference image; let it loop through Stitch without touching anything; come back to a full brand kit. You can test design variations with 50 real shoppers in under 10 minutes — Product Pinion lets you run image split tests with category-targeted shoppers, get qualitative feedback, and iterate the same day. Nano Banana outputs in Stitch cannot be regenerated — switch to one of the standard models if you need variation or refinement controls. AI gets you to the concept stage fast — use Stitch to generate the direction, then hand to a designer for finishing. Revision cycles and meetings shrink dramatically. Notable Quotes "If everything is important, nothing really is." — Dorian "The hardest thing is to make something simple, elegant, and something that people get instantly." — Dorian "Pretty is one thing, but the information has to be there. I didn't put the information there — and it's not doing well." — Dorian (on live split test results) "Most people don't necessarily know good design, but they know what they like. It's more of a feel — they go, that looks a bit cheap, or that looks really good." — Danny McMillan "It's never been easier and faster to become a world-class brand on design. Plug in your details, get a design guide going, and you can really up your brand in a very short period of time." — Matt Kostan "The breakout brands from the Amazon community — we haven't had enough of them crossing over. Now that gap's closed." — Danny McMillan Resources Mentioned Google Stitch — Free AI design tool; generates brand guidelines, font pairings, mockups, A+ content concepts, and layout variations. Up to 3,000 generations per day (free) Figma — Design tool used by Dorian to pull Stitch outputs and refine layouts manually Adobe Color (color.adobe.com) — Colour palette exploration and complementary colour tool; used in the live demo for the wood/blue beach-forest palette Coolers.co — Free colour palette generator with AI colour bot and real-world visualiser Pinterest — Recommended for browsing font pairing inspiration Nano Banana 2 — Image generation model available inside Stitch; note: regeneration/variation controls don't work on Nano Banana outputs Perplexity — Used to autonomously control Google Stitch via browser automation, building a full brand kit end-to-end from a single prompt Product Pinion — Consumer research and split testing tool by Matt Kostan; image tests with real shoppers, category targeting, results in minutes. Product Pinion API + Claude integration in development. Guest Info Dorian — Design and conversion specialist, Seller Sessions Conversion Monthly co-host Matt Kostan — Founder of Product Pinion, consumer research and split testing for Amazon sellers

Bucher and Friends
LaMelo Crossed the Line, and Kobe Is Being Erased? Ric Bucher on the NBA's Replay Failure and the False Revision of Bryant's Legacy

Bucher and Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 25:11


In this episode of On The Ball with Ric Bucher, Ric takes aim at two issues he believes reveal everything wrong with today's NBA conversation. First, he breaks down the Charlotte Hornets' controversial overtime win over the Miami Heat and why LaMelo Ball's takedown of Bam Adebayo should have led to an ejection, not a postgame review. Ric explains why the NBA's obsession with protocol over fairness continues to fail players, teams and fans in the biggest moments.Then he turns to what he sees as an even more troubling trend: the growing effort to downgrade Kobe Bryant's greatness through lazy comparisons, out-of-context stats and revisionist hot takes. Ric dismantles the idea that Dwyane Wade was on Kobe's level, explains why numbers alone cannot define greatness, and revisits Kobe's unforgettable Game 7 performance against the Celtics to show why box scores can never capture will, command and championship impact.This is a sharp, unfiltered episode on NBA officiating, LaMelo Ball, Bam Adebayo, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, NBA media narratives, instant replay, playoff basketball, Lakers-Celtics history and why the modern obsession with stats is distorting how greatness is remembered.Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:58 Hornets-Heat controversy and why LaMelo Ball should have been ejected 4:06 The NBA's fatal flaw: protocol over fairness 7:49 Why Ric says LaMelo's explanation made it worse 12:40 Why the league's review comes too late 13:21 Why the posthumous downgrading of Kobe Bryant has gone too far 14:27 Ric reacts to the Dwyane Wade vs. Kobe Bryant comparison 16:49 The stat that exposes the gap between Kobe and Wade 18:03 Why today's NBA discourse is being warped by box scores and clips 20:33 Kobe's Game 7 vs. Boston and the greatness stats can't measure 24:36 OutroHashtags: #OnTheBall #RicBucher #NBA #LaMeloBall #BamAdebayo #CharlotteHornets #MiamiHeat #KobeBryant #DwyaneWade #Lakers #Celtics #NBAPlayoffs #NBARules #InstantReplay #BasketballPodcastSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Sports Docs Podcast
172: ACL 2.0: Playbook for Reducing Retear Risk

The Sports Docs Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 33:10


Live from the Arthrex Team Physician Controversies ConferenceIn this episode of The Sports Docs Podcast, Dr. Ashley Bassett and Dr. Catherine Logan sit down LIVE from the Arthrex Team Physician Controversies with two leading ACL experts—Dr. Pat Smith and Dr. Aaron Krych—to discuss strategies to reduce failure after ACL reconstruction.The conversation highlights the evolution of ACL surgery, focusing on graft selection, fixation, biologic augmentation, and mechanical protection, with an emphasis on optimizing outcomes in young, high-risk athletes.Graft: Autograft vs AllograftStrong evidence shows higher failure rates with allograft in young athletes MOON data: ~4–6x increased risk of failure in patients

The Big Noise of BEEP Ball Podcast
Bylaw Revision Board of Director Discussion

The Big Noise of BEEP Ball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 84:11


Beep Baseball Tonight acquired the recording of the board of director discussion of the rewriting of NBBA Bylaws.

Fiction Writing Made Easy
#242. 5 Revision Mistakes That Keep Writers Stuck in Editing Hell

Fiction Writing Made Easy

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 22:02 Transcription Available


You finished your first draft. And for a minute, it felt amazing. But then you open your manuscript to revise, and suddenly everything feels unclear.Where do you start? What do you fix first? And how do you know if anything you're changing is actually making your story better?And at a certain point, it starts to feel like the problem might be your draft. But most of the time, it's not. It's the way you're approaching revision.That's why in this episode, I'm walking you through the five most common revision mistakes I see, because chances are, at least one of them will tell you exactly where your revision is going sideways.You'll hear me talk about things like:[02:08] Why starting revisions without a clear target leads to endless changes, second-guessing, and a draft that never improves.[06:52] The subtle mindset shift that separates drafting from revising and why staying in the wrong mode makes your story harder to evaluate.[09:37] What most writers skip before they start editing, and how this leads to weeks of changes that don't actually fix anything.[12:06] Why the order you revise matters more than how much time you put in, and the specific sequence that gets your revision on track.[14:21] The tricky truth about feedback, when it helps, when it hurts, and why getting it too soon can leave you more stuck than before.If you've been staring at your draft not knowing where to begin, or rewriting the same chapters, second-guessing every revision decision, or feeling like your draft is getting worse instead of better, this episode is for you.And if you want help figuring out what your story needs and how to approach revision with a clear plan, my 5-Day Revision Accelerator is designed to do exactly that.In just five days, you'll learn how to evaluate your manuscript, identify what's not working, and create a clear revision plan so you're not stuck second-guessing every change. Sign up using the link below.

ASIAN AMERICA: THE KEN FONG PODCAST
EP 587: David Henry Hwang On His Unexpected Journey As a Playwright & His Latest Revision of "Flower Drum Song"

ASIAN AMERICA: THE KEN FONG PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2026 47:53


David Henry Hwang is a Tony Award-winning playwright, screenwriter, and the most-produced living opera librettist in America. A three-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and member of the Theater Hall of Fame, Hwang is best known for his masterpiece M. Butterfly and the critically acclaimed Yellow Face. In 2026, Hwang returns to Rodgers & Hammerstein's Flower Drum Song for a landmark production at East West Players, marking the "grand finale" of their 60th Anniversary Diamond Legacy season. #eastwestplayers #flowerdrumsong #asianamerican #chineseamerican #musical #theater @eastwestplayers

Fiction Writing Made Easy
#240. 10 Writing Mistakes That Make Readers Put Down Your Novel

Fiction Writing Made Easy

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 25:08 Transcription Available


Are you revising the same chapters over and over, but nothing you change is actually fixing the problem?Most writers go straight to the prose when their story isn't working. They tighten sentences, swap out words, and reread the same chapter over and over. And still, something feels off. But most first-draft problems don't occur at the sentence level. They occur at the story level.In this episode, I share the 10 writing mistakes I see most often in manuscripts. Plus, I'll give you the diagnostic question for each one so you can pinpoint what's holding your story back and know exactly where to start revising.Here's what I talk about:[01:44] Why some stories start too early and how this common first draft mistake makes readers feel like the real story hasn't begun.[05:59] The one question every strong story is built around, and how to tell if your manuscript is missing it.[07:49] Why stories start to feel aimless when the protagonist doesn't have a clear, specific goal driving the action.[12:10] Why tension collapses when your antagonist is weak or underdeveloped, even when they're present on the page.[16:23] Why so many novels lose momentum in the middle, and the structural issue that usually causes it.If you recognize some of these issues in your own manuscript, don't panic. Almost every first draft has a few of these problems. This is a normal part of the writing process.Revision isn't just about making your sentences prettier; it's about strengthening the foundation of your story so readers can experience the tension, emotion, and meaning you intended. Once you clearly see what's happening in your manuscript, you can start fixing the right things in the right order.That's exactly what The Revision Accelerator is designed to help you do. In just five days, you'll diagnose what's holding your story back, prioritize what to fix first, and walk away with a clear revision plan without the overwhelm. Click here to join us.