Podcasts about Rhythm

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Let's take the etude we learned in last week's episode and turn it into a different kind of work. Enjoy! Want to work with me 1:1 and join a fantastic community of jazz students? Click here to learn more about joining the Jazz Intensive WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to Jazz Skool and when you donate monthly you get the resources for this episode and many others

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In this episode of the Medical Sales Podcast, host Samuel Adeyinka sits down with Jaymen McClain, a Senior Cardiac Rhythm Management Sales Rep at Medtronic, to take listeners inside the fast-paced world of cardiac medical device sales. Jaymen shares what a typical day looks like, from supporting pacemaker and ICD implants to working alongside electrophysiologists and cardiologists, managing a team of clinical specialists, and responding to urgent cases. He also breaks down how to build trust with physicians, win business against long-standing competitors, become a valuable resource in the procedure room, and navigate the unpredictable on-call lifestyle. Jaymen also discusses compensation, career growth, burnout, work-life balance, and the persistence it took to transition from pharmaceutical sales into medical devices. This episode is a must listen for anyone considering a career in cardiac medical device sales or looking to become a top-performing medical sales rep. Connect with Jaymen McClain: LinkedIn Connect with Me: LinkedIn Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here's How »

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You finally crawl into bed after a long day, grab your phone, and start scrolling. It feels like downtime. But is your body actually experiencing it as recovery? In this episode of the Thyroid Answers Podcast, Dr. Eric Balcavage explores how your digital habits, especially in the evening, can influence sleep, nervous system activation, recovery, and thyroid physiology. Your phone isn't just a device. Every email, notification, news story, social media post, health video, and late-night Google search is an input your brain and nervous system have to process. And timing matters. At night, your body should be transitioning away from output and toward rest and repair. But answering work emails, researching symptoms, scrolling social media, consuming upsetting news, or falling down a YouTube rabbit hole can send a very different signal: stay alert, keep processing, keep reacting. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your phone acts as a nervous system input, not just a source of entertainment How evening screen time and digital stimulation can interfere with the transition into sleep Why poor sleep can become a driver of reduced physiological capacity, not just a symptom The connection between sleep disruption, recovery, and thyroid physiology Why blue light is only one part of the screen-time conversation How emotional stimulation, comparison, health anxiety, work stress, and information overload can keep the nervous system activated Why late-night scrolling can feel like rest or control without actually helping your body recover How bedtime procrastination can contribute to a cycle of poor sleep and lower capacity Why you don't need a complete digital detox to improve your evening rhythm Simple ways to create a "digital downshift" before bed How to audit the signals you're sending your body during the last hour of your day The goal isn't to throw away your phone or create a perfect nighttime routine. It's to recognize that your evening rhythm is either helping your body pay back capacity or borrowing from tomorrow. If scrolling keeps you awake longer, leaves you anxious or wired, encourages comparison, increases cravings, or makes the next morning harder, it may not be the recovery tool you think it is. Instead of trying to overhaul everything, start with one boundary. No phone in bed. No work email after a certain time. No health research at night. Charge your phone outside the bedroom. Replace scrolling with reading. Set a wind-down alarm. The specific strategy matters less than the signal you're trying to create: The day is done. The body can recover. Thyroid recovery doesn't require perfection. It requires sending the body better signals more consistently. Resources Want to look beyond your thyroid labs and identify the stressors, signals, and patterns that may be shaping your thyroid physiology? Get the Thyroid Recovery Blueprint: drericbalcavage.com/thyroid-recovery-blueprint-course Or comment/DM BLUEPRINT for more information.

We've got some calm chapters this week as part 2 begins in earnest, but they're also packed to the brim with juicy details and some confusing revelations as to the nature of Shallan's relationship with her alters. There's laughter, new Shards, and head scratching galore on this week's episode of The Sanderlanche!   Music by Miracle of Sound: https://www.miracleofsound.net/

What happens when a dream is placed on hold—but never truly dies? On this episode of Between the Notes, Paisan Kapitan welcomes Edmond and Armond Stepanyan, better known as The Armenian Twins, for the remarkable story of their return to music after 25 years. Their journey began in 1994 with a small Yamaha keyboard, a cassette recorder and a dream. After Armenian record stores initially rejected their music, the twins and their father produced and distributed 1,000 copies themselves—and sold out within two days. Their groundbreaking work helped introduce rap to the Armenian music community. Edmond and Armond open up about their father's faith in them, stepping away from music to raise their families and why they finally decided to make their comeback. They also discuss blending Armenian culture with pop, rap and melody, connecting with listeners through meaningful lyrics and their emotional new song, “Du Es Im.” Also joining the show is professional Middle Eastern percussionist Gokor Simityan, whose musical journey began at just two years old with a pair of spoons and an empty water bottle. Gokor shares how he discovered the darbuka, developed his signature finger-split technique and turned a childhood passion into a career bringing energy and joy to weddings, concerts and cultural celebrations. Plus, don't miss Gokor's live in-studio performance and a hilarious rapid-fire bonus round featuring aliens, famous twins, casino disasters, Nutella—and one million-dollar offer the Armenian Twins immediately reject! Like, comment and subscribe for more Armenian music, culture and unforgettable conversations from Between the Notes, presented by Hye Jams Radio. FEATURED GUESTS The Armenian Twins — Edmond & Armond Stepanyan Instagram:  @ArmenianTwins  YouTube:  @ArmenianTwins  Gokor Simityan — Professional Percussionist Instagram: @gokorsimityan Facebook: @gokorsimityan HOST Paisan Kapitan Instagram: @paisankapitan PaisanKapitan.com ***Available for Hosting and Voice Over: paisan@hyejams.com HYE JAMS RADIO Instagram: @hyejams HyeJams.com Download the Hye Jams app and listen to contemporary Armenian hits 24/7. ━━━━━━━━━━━━

Midlife…Maybe you've noticed it too.You still care deeply about your calling. You still want to make an impact. You still have ideas, responsibilities and people you love.But the pace you once kept doesn't fit quite the same anymore.Your energy has changed. Your capacity may have changed. Your roles are changing.And somewhere in the middle of it all, you may be asking, “What is this season for?”We've been talking a lot around here about a theology of time, how what we believe about God and time shapes what we do with our days. Today's conversation with Claire Davis of The Midlife Mentors adds another layer:The God who created time also created you. Your body isn't an inconvenience to your calling. Your limitations aren't something you have to outsmart. And a change in season doesn't necessarily mean you're becoming less useful.It may be an invitation to become more discerning about what you're carrying into the next one.Ready to Start Redeeming Your Time?If this conversation has you realizing it's time for a different rhythm, you don't need another productivity system. You need a place to start.I've put together the free REDEEM Her Time Starter Kit to help you begin asking the question that changes everything: “Lord, what is it time for?”Inside, you'll get the foundational tools to start giving what matters a home in your actual week, while leaving room for your capacity, your season, and real life.When you grab the Starter Kit, you'll also join me here on REDEEM Her Time, where we'll keep looking to the Author of Time for what it means to faithfully steward what He's entrusted to us.What If Midlife Isn't a Decline?Claire knows something about reaching the point where striving stops working. After years of putting so much of her identity and meaning into her career, work and brand, she experienced burnout and eventually found herself at the end of herself.And that's where God met her.What followed reshaped how she understood who she was and what her life was for.That's especially significant in midlife because so much is already changing. Children may be leaving home. Parents may need more care. Hormones change. And suddenly the roles that have answered “Who am I?” for decades don't answer quite as easily anymore.Claire describes midlife as an opportunity to get curious rather than assume we're in decline.What still matters? What have we been carrying because someone else told us success was supposed to look that way? And what might God be asking us to lay down so we have the capacity to hear what He's inviting us into next?As Claire put it:“It's not about adding. It's about subtracting. It's about taking things out and living more in our natural rhythms.”That sounds a lot like stewardship to me.Healthy Ambition Requires a Different RhythmI especially wanted to ask Claire about healthy ambition because the women in this community aren't looking for permission to stop caring.We want our lives to matter. We want to build, serve, love our families and use what God has entrusted to us well.The real question is what's driving our ambition, not whether we should have it.Unhealthy ambition can look a lot like stress, striving, and not-enoughness. And we can make our striving sound very spiritual.“I'm doing this for God.” “I'm serving people.” “This opportunity could make such an impact.”All of those things may be true. And we can still outrun our capacity.Claire reminded us that the body we're living in is also part of what God has entrusted to us. Sleep matters. Movement matters. Creating space to be with God instead of filling every available minute, even with good things, matters.And sometimes the most faithful thing we can do is remove something that no longer belongs, not squeeze another healthy habit into an already-full schedule.Faithful stewardship means discerning what God has entrusted to us and letting that determine our yeses, not doing less simply for the sake of doing less.So What Is It Time for Now?Toward the end of our conversation, Claire offered a simple place to begin.Take 10 minutes a day. Grab a journal. And get curious with God.Who does God say I am? What used to bring me joy? What might He be calling me toward now?You don't need to figure out the entire second half of your life in one sitting. You simply need enough space to begin listening.Because maybe this season isn't asking you to become more efficient at carrying everything you've always carried. Maybe it's asking you to discern what belongs now.So before you move on to the next thing, sit with this week's stewardship question: “What am I still carrying because it fit a previous season, but may not belong in the one God has me in now?”Don't rush to fix it. Get curious. Bring it before God. And then ask the question we've been practicing together: “Lord, what is it time for?”I'd love to hear what comes up for you in the comments.Ready to Let That Answer Shape Your Actual Week?Recognizing that your season has changed is one thing. Letting it change the way you live Monday through Sunday is another.Inside the Stewardship Circle, you'll start with the Faithful Week Framework™ to discern what God has entrusted to you in this season, decide what deserves your yes, and give those priorities a realistic home in your week, with room for your actual capacity and real life.Because great information can help us see differently. But transformation comes as we begin living differently.And change takes time. Pun fully intended.About Claire DavisClaire Davis is an award-winning coach, speaker, host of a top 1.5% global podcast and co-founder of The Midlife Mentors, helping midlife men and women thrive with clarity, confidence and purpose.With more than two decades of experience in health, wellbeing and resilience, Claire blends science-based strategies with real-world insights to help people navigate the psychological and physiological complexities of midlife. She's a certified health and business coach, personal trainer, NLP practitioner, stress-management consultant, menopause specialist and nutrition advisor.Take Claire's Free Midlife Reset AuditClaire also created a free Midlife Reset Audit to help you discover what may be holding you back from living your healthiest, happiest midlife, and where you may want to focus next without adding more pressure or burning yourself out.→ Take Claire's Free Midlife Reset Audit Get full access to REDEEM Her Time at lissafiggins.substack.com/subscribe

Air Week: August 24-30, 2026 Sun Records R&B, Pt. 1 – 1952-53 This week, the “Juke In The Back” salutes the most influential and important record label of all-time, Sun Records. Sam Phillips started the legendary label in Memphis, TN in March, 1952 after successfully recording the debut sides from B.B. King, Ike Turner, Phineas Newborn and Howlin’ Wolf and selling the masters to RPM Records in LA and Chess Records in Chicago. This is part one of a two part feature, leading up to Phillips’ groundbreaking, pop culture shifting discovery of Elvis Presley in July, 1954. Matt The Cat examines nearly every rhythm & blues side that Sun Released during 1952 and ’53 on this in-depth look into one of America’s most treasured music catalogs. That little yellow label from Memphis is in the spotlight all week on the “Juke In The Back,” America’s showcase for 1940s and ’50s Rhythm & Blues. LISTEN BELOW

THE SPIRIT RHYTHM GIVEAWAYThank you for being part of the Daily Devotional family! It's a joy to go through God's Word together and see what He desires to do in our lives. We'd love to bless someone with a copy of The Spirit Rhythm book and workbook, written by Pastor Derek Neider.Enter the giveaway here:https://form.jotform.com/262246861704156Giveaway ends August 29 at 11:59PM PST.Learn more about Pastor Derek:https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/A ministry of Awaken Las Vegashttps://awakenlv.org/

In this episode of The Autistic Culture Podcast, hosts Dr. Angela Kingdon and Matt Lowry, LPP dive into the fascinating world of musician, producer, historian, and DJ Questlove (Amir Khalib Thompson)—who briefly revealed his childhood autism diagnosis in his 2013 memoir.

This week is all about eliminating the intimidation factor of rhythm changes. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to Jazz Skool and when you donate monthly you get the resources for this episode and many others

1213. Pulitzer-Prize-winning dance critic Sarah L. Kaufman goes deeper into her journey from the "Washington Post" copy desk to the world of professional dance criticism. We look at how writing about an art form is the ultimate exercise in verb selection, why our brains physically react to words like "meander" or "zigzag," and how to find the "zing" in your writing by juxtaposing unusual adverbs with everyday actions. This was originally a bonus episode for Grammarpaloozians in April, Learn more at Patreon.com/GrammarGirl.Find Sarah L. Kaufman at sarahlkaufman.comGet Sarah's books, “Verb Your Enthusiasm” and “The Art of Grace”A hearty thank-you to our Keepers of the Commas on Patreon. We appreciate your support!Larry RosenblumMahala RussellGeorge WilsonLaurel PaulLinda CoxBirna Anna Björnsdóttir

Did you know the Bible gives us a way to go to sleep?In this reflection on Psalm 4, John Ortberg explores what sleep can teach us about surrender, control, prayer, and trusting God.Drawing from Answering God, John points out a fascinating biblical rhythm: evening comes before morning.Genesis says, “There was evening, and there was morning.”Sabbath begins at sundown.Psalm 4 gives us an evening prayer before Psalm 5 gives us a morning prayer.Why?Because before we wake up, accomplish anything, solve anything, or even become conscious of the new day, God is already at work.Every night, sleep asks us to relinquish our grip on our work, our relationships, our problems, our thoughts, and our need for control.The world keeps turning.God remains awake.And we can rest.In this episode:Psalm 4 as an evening prayerWhy the biblical day begins at nightEugene Peterson on evening and morning prayerSleep as an act of surrenderWhy we struggle to relinquish control"Search your hearts and be silent"Historical "first sleep" and "second sleep"Reviewing your day with GodGratitude before bedPsalm 4:8 and sleeping in peaceLearning to trust God's providence while we sleepScriptures: Psalm 3:5 • Psalm 4 • Psalm 5 • Genesis 1 • Genesis 2:2–3#Psalm4 #JohnOrtberg #Sleep #Prayer #Psalms #EugenePeterson #SpiritualFormation #ChristianFaith #BibleStudy #TrustGod

What if managing your money came down to one short routine you run every payday, and then you were done? No daily tracking, no checking your balance ten times, no guessing what's left. That's what this chapter is about, and it's the point where the whole system starts to feel light. Once the three waves are in place, every payday follows the same three moves. Your paycheck lands:your bills stay put, your everyday spending moves to its own account, and your savings for the irregular expenses go to savings. Three questions, answered the same way every time. From the outside it looks mechanical. From the inside it feels like: my bills are covered, I know what I have for daily life, and I'm ready for what's coming. I also share a story about Diane (a project manager who runs her team's planning with a precision that makes her colleagues nervous) and who still couldn't get her own money to feel handled. What she said when she finally saw the three waves laid out is one of my favorite lines in the whole book. This is the chapter that pulls everything together into one repeatable rhythm. Come hear how simple payday can be. Preorder the Book: You just listened to a chapter of it. The whole book is out November 11, available now for preorder.Get the free Quick Start Guide.New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe so you don't miss the next one.Resources mentioned:Chapter 6, SpendFuture

50 years of Stiff Records, new Jonny Manak and the Depressives, my Dad's birthday, 25 years of No Front Teeth Records, and more!

SYNOPSIS:What if the autonomic nervous system is more than a mechanism to regulate – and part of the extraordinary way our bodies are in relationship with one another?In this expansive conversation, dance/movement therapist, human rights psychotherapist and author Dr. Amber Elizabeth Gray joins Ali Mezey to explore the autonomic nervous system through the lenses of Polyvagal Theory, movement, trauma, relationship and the lived intelligence of the body. Drawing on nearly three decades of work with survivors of torture, war and human rights abuses – as well as her long collaboration and exchange of ideas with Stephen Porges – Amber takes the conversation beyond simplified notions of sympathetic “bad,” parasympathetic “good,” and regulation as the goal. Instead, she invites listeners into a nervous system that protects, mobilizes, settles, connects, plays, dances, loves – and continually responds to the bodies and world around it. Ali and Amber explore the vagus nerve and the promises and controversies of Polyvagal Theory; why “safety” isn't equally available to every body; the danger of privileging particular nervous-system states; and what changes when survival responses are understood not as failures, but as expressions of an organism doing its best to remain whole. Amber also shares how movement became central to her work with profoundly traumatized people, and how her own embodied inquiry has led her toward a practice of restoration, reclamation and resistance. Along the way, the conversation wanders – as bodies do – through whales and dolphins, evolution, intuition, pattern recognition, the natural world, and the possibility that our nervous systems may be far less individual than we imagine. Ultimately, this is a conversation about relationship: within our bodies, between bodies, and between ourselves and the larger living world. What becomes possible when we stop trying simply to “regulate” the nervous system and begin listening to the complexity, creativity and intelligence of what it is already doing?To subscribe now, click hereTo be an angel to the podcast, click here To read more about the podcast, click here FOR MORE ALI MEZEY:Website: https://www.alimezey.comPersonal Geometry® and the Magic of Mat Work Course information:FREE Guided Body Mapping Taster: Heart/Sexuality SplitFive-films series (made by Ali Mezey) on renowned Family Constellation Facilitator, Stephan Hausner's work with transgenerational influences on illnessFOR MORE DR AMBER ELIZABETH GRAY: BIO: Dr. Amber Elizabeth Gray is an award-winning dance movement therapist, human rights psychotherapist, and Continuum teacher. She has worked for 29 years with survivors of human rights abuses, war, torture, natural disasters,  and historical and intergenerational trauma. Equally artist, advocate, author, educator, poet, mystic and therapist, she, her clients, Ancestors and mentors co-create, ongoing, survivor- & Spirit-centered, Polyvagal-informed approaches to DMT for trauma and resilience  that are holistic and emergent. A lover of all things wild, Amber regularly facilitates eco-somatic and movement retreats for survivors  and caregivers. She brings her RightToEmbody human rights and  BodyOfChange planetary rights work to survivors, therapists, educators, change agents and advocates worldwide.  Her book, Polyvagal-Informed Restorative Movement Psychotherapy: Roots, Rhythm, and Reciprocity will be released August 11, 2026.CLAIM YOUR DISCOUNTED COPY HERE AMBER SOCIALS:Website: | https://ambergray.com/Facebook: | Amber Elizabeth Gray YouTube: | Amber Gray@ambergray127LinkedIn: | Dr. Amber Elizabeth L. GrayInstagram: | Restorativeresources PREVIOUS TBBP EPISODES WITH AMBER:Trauma and the Body with Amber Gray: Regulation, Restoration, & The Patience of Whales...REPRISEDTrauma Healing, Somatic Psychology, and Human Rights Advocacy: LIVE AUDIENCE Q&A RECORDING W/ AMBER GRAYEarth Body Meditation: Rooting into Beloved Ground w/ AMBER GRAYDEFINITIONS, RESOURCES & INSPIRATION:Nervous System & Polyvagal TheoryAutonomic nervous system (ANS): The part of the nervous system that largely regulates involuntary bodily functions – including heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, breathing patterns, temperature regulation and sexual arousal. It continually responds to conditions inside and outside the body, helping us mobilize, rest, protect ourselves, connect and adapt.Somatic nervous system: The part of the peripheral nervous system primarily involved in voluntary movement and in carrying sensory information between the body and central nervous system. It allows us to consciously move skeletal muscles and perceive sensations such as touch, pressure, temperature, pain and body position.Sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems: Two major divisions of the autonomic nervous system that work together to continually adjust bodily functions. The sympathetic nervous system is often associated with mobilization and action, while the parasympathetic is often associated with rest, digestion and restoration. These are not simple opposites or “on/off” systems; both participate dynamically in healthy functioning, movement, relationship and responses to our environment.Ventral vagal: Within Polyvagal Theory, a term for vagal pathways associated with the nucleus ambiguus in the brainstem and with social engagement, connection, physiological flexibility and the capacity to remain engaged with others in conditions of relative safety.Dorsal vagal: Within Polyvagal Theory, a term for vagal pathways associated with the dorsal motor nucleus of the vagus in the brainstem. The theory associates these pathways wit...

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Sadie and Christian catch up with what life has looked like lately, from slowing down as a family after a difficult season with Kit's health to their recent trip to Montana to share the Word. Christian shares what studying the life of David has taught him about confidence, courage, and making the voice of truth louder than every other voice competing for your attention. Sadie reflects on why knowing what God says about you can change the way you handle criticism, pressure, and the intimidating things in front of you. Plus, they talk about stepping into new opportunities, Sadie's “The War Is Over” message, and her upcoming book, “It's Not Personal.” This Episode of WHOA That's Good is Sponsored By: https://trees.com — Get 20% off your purchase when using the code WHOA at checkout! https://go.goodranchers.com/WHOA — Start your plan and get $50 off plus free meat with every order when you use code WHOA at checkout! https://nutrafol.com — Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you use promo code WHOA at checkout! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The rhythm of peace isn't found in carrying more.Anxiety has a way of convincing us that if we don't hold everything together, everything will fall apart. But God never asked us to carry what He has already promised to carry Himself.In this episode, Angie concludes the Cast Your Cares study and the Talk to Your Triggers series by exploring Isaiah 46:4. This conversation reminds us that peace isn't achieved by trying harder, but instead is found by repeatedly returning our fears, worries, and burdens to the faithful God who sustains, carries, and rescues His people.What you'll hear in this week's episodeWhat it means that God promises to "carry" His peopleThe powerful contrast between the idols we carry and the God who carries usWhy anxiety requires us to repeat the rhythm of trust again and againA personal story about overloaded arms and the burdens we were never meant to holdThe encouragement that God faithfully sustains, strengthens, and rescues us throughout every season of lifeResourcesBible Study SessionsA four-week guided experience designed to help women study the Bible with more confidence and less overwhelm using the Step By Step method.Learn more here: Learn a Simple and Repeatable Bible Study MethodStep By Step Starter KitA simple, guided resource to help you open Scripture with confidence and study one verse at a time alongside the podcast.Download it for free here: Step By Step Starter KitVerse of the Week"Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you." Isaiah 46:4 (NIV)Connect with Angie & Steady Onhttps://www.livesteadyon.comTheme Music: Glimmer by Andy Ellison

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & B-7 Superhuman Rhythm    LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode traces the wild redemption arc of David Fullmer. He was locked up twelve times before being adopted by a stranger's family in Hawaii — and went on to help build multimillion-dollar roofing companies and create a personal development framework now used by thousands of sales professionals.   David breaks down his B-7 Superhuman Rhythm: seven themed daily disciplines running from Motivation Monday to Forgiveness Friday. He shares the phone call that ended a 30-year grudge, the humility 14 years of Brazilian jiu-jitsu beat into him, and why he wrote his book fighting off monkeys at a Balinese cliffside temple.   If your motivation runs out every Monday morning, this is the rhythm that outlasts it — don't skip it.    

While the podcast team is taking a Radical Sabbatical, Kim is interviewing authors of the books that have had a big impact on her in the past two years.  In this episode, Kim speaks with Rebecca Hinds, the author of Your Best Meeting Ever: 7 Principles for Designing Meetings That Get Things Done.  They explore the evolution of meetings from wartime sabotage tools to the challenges and strategies for improving meetings in today's technology-driven workplace. They discuss the increasing time spent in meetings, especially post-pandemic, and present seven solutions to eliminate unnecessary meetings and to redesign the necessary ones. They discuss the impact of distractions, the importance of effective meeting structures, and the need for a culture that encourages open disagreement. The conversation also highlights the significance of asynchronous communication, preparation, and technology's role in enhancing collaboration. Ultimately, they emphasize the need for meetings to be engaging and aligned with natural rhythms to foster productivity and creativity. Guest Background: Rebecca Hinds, PhD, is the author of Your Best Meeting Ever: 7 Principles for Designing Meetings That Get Things Done.  She is a leading expert on organizational behavior and the future of work. For more than 15 years, she has helped organizations rethink how work gets done, challenging outdated management playbooks and offering leaders a more ambitious and more human vision for the future. Rebecca has founded and led two first-of-their-kind research institutes dedicated to reinventing work. In 2022, she launched the Work Innovation Lab at Asana, building it into an influential source of practical workplace research. In 2025, she founded the Work AI Institute at Glean to help organizations navigate the next transformation of work. CHAPTERS (00:00) The Origins of Meetings as Sabotage Tools (02:45) The Evolution of Meeting Culture (05:14) Radical Meeting Solutions (08:20) Measuring Meeting Effectiveness (11:05) The Minimalism Approach to Meetings (14:06) Optimizing Meeting Flow and Communication (16:56) The Role of Tools in Meeting Efficiency (23:40) Managing Distractions in a Tech-Heavy World (25:58) The Importance of Effective Meetings (28:58) Creating a Culture of Open Disagreement (29:49) Building Strong Asynchronous Communication (32:01) The Role of Preparation in Meetings (36:51) Designing Engaging Meetings (38:47) Timing and Rhythm in Meetings (41:31) Leveraging Technology for Better Meetings Connect with the Radical Candor team: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ Keywords meetings, productivity, communication, meeting culture, meeting effectiveness, meeting solutions, meeting minimalism, meeting flow, tools for meetings, workplace efficiency distractions, technology, meetings, asynchronous communication, open disagreement, engagement, timing, productivity, collaboration, AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Getting back on track doesn't mean switching every healthy habit back on at full throttle. Episode #271

We get our first interludes of the book, and it's interesting that this is the first time we've already known everyone who gets an interlude. Does that mean Brandon has run out of new characters for us to meet? Yeah, right. Starting part 2 is bringing out some interesting plot lines, though. The crew is especially excited to return to Shadesmar with Adolin and Shallan.    Music by Miracle of Sound: https://miracleofsound.bandcamp.com/ The episode mentions a couple of funny movie scripts that someone emailed us links to. After reading them, the first one The Way of Kings I'm going to hold off on letting the crew read because there's a couple of names in there we haven't met yet. No big spoilers though. So I'll include the links here: https://www.reddit.com/r/cremposting/comments/ubseae/plot_of_the_stormlight_movie/ https://www.reddit.com/r/cremposting/comments/17s5bx2/a_sneak_peek_at_the_mistborn_movie_plot/  

Air Week: August 17-23, 2026 Elvis’ R&B Influences 49 years ago this week, we lost the “King Of Rock n’ Roll. Much has been written about Elvis' enormous impact and popularity over the years, but it's almost impossible to overstate the cultural shift that took place as he rose to fame in 1956. Elvis was a musical sponge. He absorbed all the music that moved him and those around him, from Country and Hillbilly to Gospel, Pop, R&B and Blues. This week's “Juke In The Back” focuses solely on the rhythm & blues that motivated Elvis' early career. During the end of his first session with Sam Phillips, Elvis cut into an inspired rendition of a semi-forgotten Arthur Crudup gem and rock n' roll was literally born. From the New Orleans R&B of Smiley Lewis, to the jump blues of Wynonie Harris, Elvis dug it all and made each song uniquely his own. He wasn't copying his R&B idols, he was merely using their material as a springboard for his own blend of the White and the Black. Sam Phillips was right when he said that it would take a White cat with an African-American feel to propel this exciting R&B music into the mainstream and lucky for us, he found that in Elvis Presley. Matt The Cat presents many surprises in this week's “Juke In The Back,” dedicated to Elvis' strongest musical influence: Rhythm & Blues. LISTEN BELOW

Settle in, friend. Today's Stillness Journal is about the quiet welcome of rest. Maya writes a gentle reflection for anyone who has been told, in small ways, that they have to keep producing before they are allowed to stop.This is not about earning stillness. It is the smaller, more honest thing. The willingness to pause before you are emptied out. The willingness to put the to-do list in a chair beside you. The willingness to trust that you can stop, and still be whole.The episode includes five long pauses for breath and reflection. You will be invited to notice what you are gripping. You will be offered a small practice of rest for the week. And you will be reminded that the rest you take is a gift to everyone you love.Maya speaks from a place of deep care. The tone is warm, reflective, and unhurried. Listen with a friend, or alone, with a hand on your heart.Chapters:0:00 — A Welcome0:30 — On Earning Stillness3:30 — A Pause for Breath4:00 — The Wisdom of Letting Go7:00 — A Pause for Breath7:30 — The Rhythm of the Earth10:30 — A Pause for Breath11:00 — What the Body Already Knows14:00 — A Pause for Breath14:30 — Rest as an Act of Trust17:30 — A Pause for Breath18:00 — A Small Practice for the Week20:30 — A Gentle ClosingThis episode was created with AI assistance.Voice and words crafted to support a moment of stillness.DISCLAIMER

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There is a pace that belongs to you. Not the one your work demands. Not the one the world insists you should keep. But the one that lives in your bones — the one that moves in your chest when no one is watching. This pace has been trying to reach you for a long time. In this Stillness Journal meditation, Maya invites you to honor your own rhythm. We live in a culture that worships speed, that mistakes hurrying for living. Somewhere along the way, we began to believe that faster was better. That to keep up was to belong. This twenty-minute reflection explores what it means to live at your own tempo. Your rhythm is not a flaw to fix. It is a gift to tend. Through four moments of silence, you are invited to drop below the noise and listen for the drum that has been quietly beating in your chest since before you learned to hurry. This is not a practice of doing less. It is a practice of being more. Of arriving back into the body. Of trusting that you are not behind, not late, not missing anything. You are exactly where your rhythm has brought you. Settle in. The pace that is yours has been waiting patiently. It will keep waiting. Whenever you are ready to come back, it will be here. Chapters: 0:00 Welcome 3:30 The World's Pace 7:00 When You Live Out of Rhythm 10:30 Coming Home in Small Ways 14:00 Trusting the Slow 17:00 A Practice for the Days Ahead 19:30 Closing Reflection This episode was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence tools. The voice, words, and pacing were shaped by AI under creative direction aimed at offering a quiet moment for reflection. No part of this reflection is intended as medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. (c) Your Quiet MomentDISCLAIMER

Dr. Richard Swenson, author of The Overload Syndrome and Margin, writes that we need room to breathe—freedom to think, permission to heal, and space for relationships that can easily be starved by the relentless pace of life. That may describe more people today than ever. Many of us are physically, emotionally, mentally, and financially overloaded. There never seems to be enough time, money, or energy left at the end of the day to recover before everything starts again at full speed. The answer, at least in part, is something our culture often neglects: margin. Margin means leaving enough room in our lives to rest, reflect, recover, and reconnect with what matters most. It is, in a sense, taking a break before you break. The Cost of Living Without Margin A life without margin can carry serious physical, emotional, relational, and even financial consequences. Consider sleep. According to the Sleep Foundation, many Americans regularly struggle to get adequate rest, with a significant number of adults sleeping fewer than seven hours each night. Chronic sleep deprivation has been associated with health concerns including diabetes, obesity, anxiety, and heart disease. Lack of sleep also affects emotional health, relationships, and decision-making. That means rest is not merely a luxury. It is part of living wisely and caring responsibly for the bodies, relationships, and responsibilities God has entrusted to us. Perhaps life simply feels too fast right now. Working late nights and weekends may occasionally be necessary, but continuously burning the candle at both ends eventually becomes counterproductive. Exhaustion leaves little energy for the things that matter most—especially our relationships with others and with the Lord. God Designed Us for Work—and Rest Scripture consistently affirms the goodness of work. God calls us to provide for our families, serve others, practice generosity, and faithfully use the abilities and opportunities He has given us. We work to pay bills, save for future needs, give generously, and contribute to our communities. Productive work is part of God's design. But work is not all there is. Rest is God's idea too. In Genesis, God rested on the seventh day of creation—not because He was exhausted, but because His work was complete. He blessed the seventh day and set it apart. Later, Sabbath rest became part of the Ten Commandments given to Israel. Rest reminds us of an important spiritual reality: our worth does not depend on how much we accomplish. Author Rich Villodas has observed that Sabbath reminds us that our standing in Christ is not based on our works. A day of rest allows us to stop producing and remember that God's love for us has not changed. That can be especially difficult in a culture where technology makes it possible to work almost anywhere, at almost any hour. But just because we can keep working does not mean we always should. Healthy margin allows us to return to our work with purpose, energy, and gratitude, doing it “as for the Lord” (Colossians 3:23). Professional progress can be valuable, but chronic stress, damaged health, and neglected relationships are a high price to pay for it. Rest Is Not the Same as Laziness Biblical rest should not be confused with laziness. Laziness means neglecting the responsibilities God has given us or consistently refusing to do what needs to be done. Scripture repeatedly warns against that kind of idleness. Paul tells believers in 1 Thessalonians 5:14 to admonish the idle. In 2 Thessalonians 3, he addresses those who were refusing to work and instead becoming busybodies. There is an important distinction here. Rest restores us so we can return faithfully to the work God has given us. Idleness avoids that work altogether. Proverbs 31 gives us another picture of faithful diligence. The noble woman cares for her household, conducts business, helps the poor, and looks after those entrusted to her. Proverbs 31:27 says, “She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.” Fruitful labor honors God. But so does recognizing when it is time to stop. When Busyness Becomes Another Form of Distraction There is another danger worth recognizing: constant activity can sometimes disguise a lack of purpose. We may appear busy without actually being productive. Without intentional rest and reflection, our activity can become aimless distraction rather than faithful work. We move constantly but rarely stop long enough to ask whether we are moving in the right direction. Laziness can sometimes take an unexpected form as well. Instead of doing nothing, we may spend hours scrolling, shopping, watching, or distracting ourselves while neglecting relationships or responsibilities that matter more. Proverbs 24:30–34 paints a memorable picture of a neglected field covered with thorns and weeds. The lesson is simple: neglect eventually has consequences. If you struggle with procrastination or laziness, the answer is not shame. Bring that struggle to Christ. He offers forgiveness, wisdom, and strength to grow in faithfulness and diligence. Finding a Rhythm of Grace The encouraging news is that God's grace meets us in both extremes. Some of us are exhausted because we never stop working. Others feel stuck because we continually avoid the work before us. Christ invites both groups into something better: rhythms shaped by grace rather than guilt. Rest is not something we earn after proving ourselves productive enough. It is something we receive as a gift from God. Jesus gives this invitation in Matthew 11:28–30: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” If your life feels overloaded, perhaps the next faithful step is not finding a way to accomplish more. It may be creating enough margin to remember who you are, what matters most, and Who ultimately sustains you. Work faithfully. Rest gratefully. And remember that your security is not found in how much you accomplish, but in Christ. In Him, there is room to breathe. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: Someone I know has seen their credit card debt grow from about $10,000 to $25,000, and the account is now closed. I suspect missed payments and interest are driving the increase. How can I help them understand what's happening and make a plan to deal with the debt? My husband and I are both 77 and would like to avoid probate, but we don't have significant assets. Would an irrevocable trust make sense for us, and how can we find a qualified elder law attorney in Texas to help us understand our options? I'm retired and living comfortably on my pension, with about $125,000 in savings and $19,000 in checking. My bank keeps encouraging me to put the savings into CDs, but the rates don't seem very attractive. What should I consider doing with this money? I'm 59, debt-free, have a fully funded emergency fund, and am contributing to my 401(k). I also have about $200,000 to invest. I want reasonable growth without taking excessive risk. How should I think about investing this money, especially compared with options like fixed annuities or crypto? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) Christian Credit Counselors AdelFi Christian Banking Eventide | Praxis | GuideStone | OneAscent | Timothy Plan FaithFi Field Guide: How Much Money is Enough?  Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob West Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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Our guest this week is an American-Australian who grew up right here in Huntington Beach, born into one of Surfing's most iconic families. As the son of the first-ever World Surfing Champion, Peter "PT" Townend, he was surrounded by the sport, culture, and industry from day one. But instead of simply following in his father's footsteps, he carved out his own impressive path, working in surf media and holding sales and leadership roles with Ocean & Earth, Rhythm, Surfline, and Boardriders, while also co-founding the popular Vacancy Coffee Bar. Taking advantage of his dual citizenship, he later moved back to Australia, earned his commercial pilot's license, and now flies professionally. We're stoked to hear his incredible journey. Please welcome to the show, Mr. Jye Townend!

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this inspiring episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Rebecca Magnuson, an extraordinary singer, songwriter, playwright, and advocate. Rebecca's life journey is a powerful testament to resilience and the healing power of creativity. From her beginnings as a child piano prodigy to becoming a vital voice for women who have survived abuse, Rebecca shares her remarkable story of transformation and empowerment.Rebecca opens up about her experiences with physical, emotional, and financial abuse, and how these challenges shaped her artistic expression. She discusses her one-woman musical, *She Sings*, and her upcoming documentary series, *She Sings: Surviving the Narcissist*, both of which aim to educate and empower others facing similar struggles.Listeners will learn about:- The impact of Rebecca's childhood on her music and artistry- Her journey from classical piano to the Nashville songwriting scene- The creation of *She Sings Publishing* and her mission to support female artists- The importance of using art as a means of healing and self-expression- Insights into her documentary series and the stories of women she has interviewedJoin us for a heartfelt conversation that not only highlights Rebecca's incredible achievements but also encourages listeners to find their own voice and share their stories. For more information on Rebecca and her work, visit www.shesings.comSupport the show

Tonight we had brand new tracks from Wine Lips, Cindy Lawson, Killer Kin, the Limit and more, plus birthday shout-outs to Joe Jackson, Porter Wagoner and Buck Owens.

Welcome to Morning Calm. This is The Quiet Hours — a gentle ten-minute pause for the still, deep blue hour before the day begins. Settle in with us.There is a particular kind of peace that belongs only to these quiet hours. The house is still. The world is still. The day has not yet begun to assert itself. If you are awake in this time, you have found something precious: a window where nothing is required of you, where the mind is still resting, and where the body is moving at its own unhurried pace.In this episode, James Ookafor guides you through the stillness of the pre-dawn. You are invited to notice the room around you, soften the breath, and let the quiet hours hold whatever you are carrying. Wisps of worry, gentle tiredness, the long rhythm of the body — all are welcome here. Nothing needs to be solved. Nothing needs to be produced. The morning will arrive when it is ready.Perfect for: waking in the small hours, a quiet moment before the day begins, returning to stillness after a restless night, or simply meeting the morning with a softer arrival.Chapters:00:00 — Welcome to the Quiet Hours01:05 — The Deep Blue Hour02:10 — The Rhythm of Stillness03:15 — The Room Around You04:20 — Letting Go05:25 — The Quiet Mind06:30 — Holding Worries Lightly07:35 — The Body's Quiet Work08:40 — The Wisdom of Not-Yet09:45 — The Morning Will ArriveMorning Calm is a daily ten-minute reflection from Your Quiet Moment, hosted by James Ookafor. Each episode is a small, gentle offering for the hour you are in — whether that is the first light, the long middle, or the soft close of the day. Listen with coffee, or with the quiet, or whenever a moment of stillness is welcome.This episode was created with AI assistance for voice and script composition.DISCLAIMER

Your environment becomes biological information.The light entering your eyes…the noise reaching your ears…the messages appearing on your phone…the emotional energy in the room…the people sitting beside you…the amount of safety or uncertainty you feel…Your nervous system is always receiving information.Always interpreting.Always asking:“Am I safe here?”“Do I need to be alert?”“Can I recover?”“Is it time to perform?”“Is it safe to let my guard down?”Your nervous system does not exist in isolation.Your nervous system lives somewhere.And where it lives matters.Resources:Brain.fm App (First month Free, then 20% off subscription)Discount Code: coachdamiensdLinks:IG:@coachdamien_sd@damienrayevans@livinthedream_podcast YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS6VuPgtVsdBpDj5oN3YQTgFB:https://www.facebook.com/coachdamienSD/

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I gave a lecture about "Blending the Elements of Experiential Design" on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Seattle XR in Seattle, Washington. (PDF of Slides]. At the end, I run through some examples of the types of interdisciplinary fusion that I see within the context of immersive storytelling and immersive art. This lecture also digs into the process-relational philosophical foundations, as well as how I'm gaining additional inspiration from Empedocles, Aristotle, and the Classical Quadrivium (Four Arts) of Math, Music, Geometry, and Astronomy. For my 30+ hours of coverage of Venice Immersive, then I apply this archetypal framework to help describe the context, quality, character, and story of each of these projects. You can see an overview of how I've been using this framework in this PDF on "Venice Immersive 2025 Archetypal Categorizations" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01M5NcOYzx0 One of goals of this talk was to further define the archetypal nature of the elements, and how I'm conceiving of them as a possibility space of design tradeoffs (C.S. Peirce's "Firstness"), but also as the concrete decisions that an experiential designer makes ("Secondness"), and then finally how these decisions are experienced more from a phenomenological experience as the audience as we feel, sense, act, and make sense of these experiences, and what they might mean ("Thirdness"). I do not actually dive into Peirce's concepts of Firstness, Secondness, or Thirdness in this specific talk, but I wanted to elaborate on these concepts in this write-up as these have been crucial concepts to help translate the overall abstract Firstness quality of my talk, and ground it into the Secondness of something that is a bit more practical and pragmatic. For Peirce, his semiology is grounded into a triune theory of actualization that goes from a non-Boolean possibility space as Firstness, and then grounds into a Boolean actualization of secondness, and then an interpretant mediates from the concreteness of the Secondness object back to the Firstness of the fundamental archetypal qualities or meaning. I find speculative philosopher James Bradley's summary of the Peirce's triune semiology to be the most easy to digest in his essay titled, "Beyond Hermeneutics: Peirce's Semiology as a Trinitarian Metaphysics of Communication." I can also recommend this article on "Peirce's Theory of Signs" from the The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy for a comprehensive recap, and there's also this excellent YouTube series primer by Philosign's Markus Raninen titled The Basics of Semiotics. But here's Bradley's description of Firstness, Secondness, and Thirdness, which I find myself coming back to again and again. "Within the fundamental speculative triunity of activity, difference and order, or firstness, secondness and thirdness, semiology is an analysis of order or thirdness… Thirdness is analyzed as idea or sign, as the exchange of information between individual entities, and as interpretation; in other words, thirdness is itself a threefold of sign, object and interpretant. Here, sign occupies the position of firstness because it is the potentiality for interpretation; object occupies that of secondness because it is determinate; and the interpretant occupies that of thirdness because the interpretant has the sign-interpreting or sign-ordering role, and so has the status of a third. [24] Thus for Peirce semiology is the analysis of the triune relation of sign, object and interpretant." It's still a bit obtuse, and one way that I like to think about it is through the experience of communication. You have a possibility space of meaning you want to convey (Firstness of the sign/potential), then you choose specific words that convey that meaning (Secondness of the object), then someone listens to those words and phrases, and then connects those words back to a meaning space (Thirdness of the interpretant mediating between the two). For Peirce, each of the Firstness, Secondness, and Thirdness can also refer to themselves, like you can have a Firstness of Thirdness or Secondness of Firstness. It gets a little bit confusing, but I found the following graphic from Collected Essays in Speculative Philosophy (2021) by James Bradley and edited by Sean McGrath to be very useful. Within the context of immersive storytelling, then it's a semiotic process of communication of meaning where you're able to use all sorts of affordances from game design, literature, social dynamics and relations, music, film, lighting, architecture, dance, theme park design, sensory design, and embodiment. My Elemental Theory of Presence attempts to simplify this into the following: Fire Element of Active Presence: Interactivity, Agency, Game Design Air Element of Mental & Social Presence: Meaning, Semiotics, Language, Possibility, Form, Relationality Water Element of Emotional Presence: Experiential Processes, Story, Film, Music, Cycles, Time Earth Element of Environmental & Embodied Presence: Sensory, Immersive, Worldbuilding, Space I elaborate on the various philosophical frameworks that I'm leaning up within this talk that I gave on June 6, 2026, but since then I've been diving more into Peirce and his Triune Metaphysics and Semiology of Firstness, Secondness, and Thirdness, which has been a helpful framework as I've been applying the elements to my Venice Immersive Coverage and categorizing the elemental center of gravity for each of the nearly 40 projects that I covered. Again see this framework in this PDF on "Venice Immersive 2025 Archetypal Categorizations" to see how I have been thinking about each of these projects. I used this approach in the introductions for each of my podcast episodes from Venice (see the links down below). Firstness of Fire: Creativity, Novelty, Intention, Purpose, Goals, & Aristotle's Final Cause Secondness of Fire: Interactivity & Core Gameplay Loops Thirdness of Fire: Agency & Will For Active Presence Examples of Fire: Game Design, Locomotion Options: No Movement, Automatic movement, Teleportation, or free roaming. The LIVENESS of the Live, To what degree does the experience encourage the expression of will and agency? And to what degree does that alter how the narrative unfolds (narrative agency vs participatory interactive moments that customize and flavor the experience)? Adventure, Exploration, Creativity, Novelty, Freedom, Will, and Collective Action. System Dynamics, & iterative feedback loops Firstness of Air: Peirce's "Sign," Intended Meaning, Pattern & Form, Archetypal Possibility Spaces, Relationality, & Aristotle's Formal Cause Secondness of Air: Peirce's "Object" Within A Triadic Semiotic Process (i.e. a specific action, word, harmonic, or action that points to a larger meaning.) Thirdness of Air: Peirce's "Interpretant," Sensemaking Thoughts, Expectations, & Social Dynamics For Mental & Social Presence Examples of Air: Literature, Language, Semiotics, Communication, Symbols, Abstractions. Single Player vs Multi-Player, Suspension of Disbelief and Plausibility, Social Dynamics, Anticipation of the Future, Possibility Spaces, Types of Choices. Realms of Speculative Imagination, How is meaning communicated? Dialogue amongst characters, voice-over narration, environmental storytelling, non-verbal associative dream logic. Mental friction from puzzles. Rules & Mechanics. Use of certain types of AI and Conversational Interfaces with Virtual Beings Firstness of Water: Time, Cycles, Harmonics, Value, & Aristotle's "Material Cause" (in Whitehead's event ontology, then base reality is processes, relationships, and possibilities of value & not Substance) Secondness of Water: Experiential Processes That Provide Contrasts Thirdness of Water: Feelings for Emotional Presence Examples of Water: Cinematic Film Tradition, Music, Harmonics, Rhythm, Pacing, Editing, Contrasts, Emotion, Memory, Dreams, Images, Soul, Psyche, Symbols, Lighting, Mood, Collective Unconscious Firstness of Earth: Space, World, Context, & Aristotle's Efficient Cause Secondness of Earth: Environment & Worldbuilding With Situated Perspectives in that Context Thirdness of Earth: Sensory Perception & Sense of Place for Embodied & Environmental Presence Examples of Earth: Worldbuilding of a spatial context & culture. Architecture, Theater, Theme Park Design, Dance, Are you a ghost or an embodied character? Sensory Experience: Touch/Haptics, Hearing/Spatial Sound, Smells, Vision. Relation of Immersive Tech to Environment as either VR, MR, or AR. Virtual CGI vs Cinematic 180/360 Video, Again, check out this PDF on "Venice Immersive 2025 Archetypal Categorizations" to see how I've ranked nearly 40 projects from Venice Immersive 2025 on the relative elemental center of gravity. Some projects feel more like a cinematic immersive film, which would be a bit more biased towards the Water Element. Some projects are more focused on the experience of a world that was build, and more focused on the Earth Element. Some projects are asking you to Read a book together with other people, which is more focused on the Air Element. And then other more game-like experiences are focused on using interactions as their primary mode of engagement, and so they're more focused on the fire element. There are 64 total combinations of the elements in terms of the first, second, third, or four centers of gravity, and you can see the comprehensive visualization here: Technically, all four elements are always happening all at once all at the same time. However, in experiential design, then creators can emphasize and blend elements together. So I find that ranking the elements can be helpful in determining an overall center of gravity, and that looking at the first two centers of gravity can achieve a sufficient job of creating some ad hoc, immersive and "elemental genres....

After a busy summer away from the podcast, I'm back for an honest late-summer homestead check-in! We're talking about what worked this summer, what definitely didn't, garden wins and failures, what I've actually been preserving, and the lessons I'm taking into next year. Plus, I'm sharing my realistic August reset as we head toward back-to-school season and figuring out how to get back into routines without wishing summer away.

Send us Fan Mail This week on Riffs & Rhythms, Paul Robertson and Kevin McLoughlin welcome Fox Maple back to the show for one of the funniest—and most thought-provoking—episodes yet. Fox opens up about spending nearly four years creating the record, why some songs have been waiting more than a decade to be released, how life experiences shaped the album's darker tone, and why sometimes you simply have to stop chasing perfection and let the music go.  Along the way, the conversation dives into:

In this episode, Rabbi Schneider reveals how the Sabbath is not just a commandment, but a gift from God built into creation itself. Discover how honoring this divine rhythm can bring rest, freedom from stress, and deeper connection with the Lord.

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Jaymee is out this week, but we've got some fun going on as we reach the end of part 1. Make sure you listen through the end so you don't miss one of our best Moash emails ever!

Welcome to Tembo Sounds – The Culture #615 Pt. 2, where soulful house, Afro-house, and Amapiano unite for a late-night journey. From the timeless grooves of Todd Terry and Jermaine Stewart to the deep rhythms of DJ Vinny da Vinci, DJ Mbuso, ShaunMusiq, and MoreSoul, this mix is built for dancers, dreamers, and lovers of global house music. Press play and let every beat carry you somewhere unforgettable.

Welcome to Tembo Sounds – The Culture #615 Pt. 1, where timeless soul, Afro grooves, funk, and classic dance music come together in one unforgettable ride. From Al Green, The Jones Girls, and The Isley Brothers to Davido, MFR Souls, and Sister Sledge, this episode bridges generations with music that touches the heart and moves the feet. Press play and experience the soundtrack where nostalgia meets global rhythm.

Podcast Episode Description "You are the leadership lid of your company. If you don't grow yourself, you will top out the growth of the company." Host Laurie Barkman sits down with Patrick Thean, co-founder of Rhythm Systems and author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Rhythm and The Journey to CEO Success. Patrick started his career at Oracle, founded Medicis — a supply chain software company — in 1991, grew it to $25 million in sales in seven years while making the Inc. 500 at #51, and sold it at 32 feeling not victorious, but lost. He then survived the dot-com bust, sold his stake in a second company he no longer felt passionate about, and eventually discovered his true calling: helping CEOs avoid being blindsided by the things that destroy companies not because of bad strategy — but because of poor execution. Patrick shares the lessons that only come from living through it: cash flow, burnout, identity crisis, accountability, self-awareness, and what it really takes to build a business that can thrive without you.   Key Insights Cash is oxygen — and revenue without collection is just a number. Patrick never missed payroll across all the companies he ran. The reason: he learned early that profit on paper means nothing if you haven't collected. Sales go up, profitability goes up, but if cash doesn't follow, the business dies. Cash is king — not revenue. A burnt-out founder CEO is not good for anyone. Patrick burned the candle at both ends and in the middle — and thought it was a badge of honor. It wasn't. He initially believed taking care of himself was selfish. The reframe: you are the leadership lid of your company. If you don't grow yourself, you cap the company's growth. Putting your oxygen mask on first isn't selfish — it's strategy. Most companies don't fail because of bad strategy. They fail because of poor execution. Strategy is fun — you can sit in a room and come up with ideas all day. The hard work hasn't started yet. Patrick's niece wanted to be an Olympian at 12. She made it — after a decade of consistent daily commitment. The gap between decision and getting it done is commitment. And most organizations can't close that gap. Accountability is about helping someone succeed — not punishing them for failing. Most leaders define accountability as consequences after the fact. Patrick reframes it: accountability starts at the beginning, helping the person understand what they need to do to succeed. If you're whacking someone on the head, it's already too late. Both parties must share the same philosophy — otherwise one sees coaching, the other sees micromanagement. The fish rots from the head — and that means you. When Patrick works with a struggling CEO, the first question he asks is: what part in this movie did you play? Not to assign blame — but to open the possibility that the leader is part of the problem. The leaders who grow the fastest are the ones willing to look in the mirror before they look at their team. Build a business that can run without you — before someone forces you to. Patrick's friend sold his company with one specific request: he didn't want to stay after the transaction closed. He got his wish — because he had trained a strong president who could run everything. The buyer didn't need him from day one. That's the goal. Build the machine, then make yourself optional.     Chapters: 00:04 Introduction of Patrick Thean 01:28 Patrick's Background — From Cornell to Oracle 02:01 Early Career Lessons at Oracle 02:56 Founding Medicis: Zero to $25M in 7 Years 03:22 Cash Is King — The Lesson Every Founder Learns Too Late 05:08 Selling Medicis at 32 — And What It Actually Felt Like 07:29 Burnout, Self-Care, and the Oxygen Mask Principle 10:18 Identity After the Exit — "I Don't Know If I Can Program Anymore" 12:53 The Dot-Com Company: Saving the Child You Don't Love 14:32 The Question That Changed Everything: What Do You LIKE To Do? 16:05 Why Transitions Are Hard Even When They're Positive 19:33 Execution vs. Strategy: Why Most Companies Fail 20:08 The Olympian Analogy — What Real Commitment Looks Like 23:09 Accountability: Helping People Succeed, Not Punishing Failure 25:27 The Fish Rots From the Head — And That Means You 25:53 What Part of the Movie Did You Play? 28:03 Do Most Leaders Have Self-Awareness? 29:22 Questions Every CEO Should Ask Themselves Regularly 32:41 The One Lesson for Founders Five Years From Transition 34:57 Patrick's Legacy: Helping Entrepreneurs Make Better Decisions 36:41 Books, Resources, and How to Connect with Patrick Thean   Is your business truly ready—and are you? Take the Succession Readiness Assessment to get a clear snapshot of where you stand and what to focus on next. https://btsherpa.com/succession P.S. Most owners don't realize where they stand until they're already in a transition. Take a few minutes now to understand your readiness—and give yourself more options later.   Connect with Laurie Barkman:  Website: https://lauriebarkman.me LinkedIn: in/lauriebarkman YouTube: @LaurieBarkman_BTSherpa   Connect with Patrick Thean: Website: http://rhythmsystems.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickthean Email: patrick@rhythmsystems.com    

Air Week: August 10-16, 2026 Aladdin Records, Pt. 3 – 1953-55 The “Juke In The Back” presents part 3 in our series on Aladdin Records, one of the most important independent labels of the pre-rock era. Part 3 focuses on 1953-55, just as Rock n’ Roll was beginning to enter the mainstream. Matt The Cat digs up a great variety of styles this week as vocal groups, raw Rhythm & Blues, jump instrumentals, drinking songs and ballads take center stage. We’ll dig on some hits and misses from Amos Milburn, The Five Keys, Chuck Higgins, Gene & Eunice and Shirley & Lee. We’ll also hear some great debut records from Bobby Marchan and Sonny Knight, who would go on to greater success on other labels. A few rare vocal group sides are also featured. Grab a handful of nickels, because this week the “Juke In The Back” is loaded with Aladdin Records sides out of Beverly Hills, CA. This is the final part in our 3 part series. LISTEN BELOW

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How 'bout that Cardinal starting pitching. Light issues at Yankee Stadium last night. Gary Coleman on a tricycle. Travel logistics. Martin is The Great Tinkerer. Tim and Jackson supposed to be teeing off at 1:00 but the weather could be an issue. I ride with Al In Dadeville. Revisiting Predictionary. Where's the nearest Sizzler? Be nice to have a sweat going into the last month of the season. Juggs in DC still on the Redbirds to make the playoffs. Early morning texts to BT.Rhythm of the Night. Happy Birthday, Randy Debarge. What game show would you do the best on? A little guessing game for Doug. Which NL team has played the most playoff games since 2000? Surviving the boot/gift card era. Tallying the votes on the TMA Choose Your Airplane Seat post.Iggy's not happy with Martin in the YouTube chat. School's in session, Doug. A signed Brody stick. The Sopranos scenes with Dr. Melfi. Audio of Oli Marmol on the win and guys stepping up amidst this long stretch of games. Doug's stiff thinking about Ragsdale. Nolan Gorman heating up in Memphis. The future is Prieto. Trapper Keepers.Happy Birthday Vera Farmiga. A little Sadie Hawkins for Doug. Audio of Brian Kelly giving us a game-by-game breakdown of Notre Dame's schedule. Audio of John Smoltz on how to avoid a lockout, saying the season should be split in half to give small market teams a better chance to compete. Shane Beamer's seat. The nine game SEC conference schedule. CBS Sports ranking SEC coaches. Tennessee's favorable schedule. Better update them standings, McCracken.Martin asked Jackson to make and bring him a coffee. Ridiculous request. We don't get paid to talk about the Billikens until mid-August. Surprise guest time, Jon Hamm is on the phone lines. Jon was behind at the Cards/Yankees game in New York the other night. Does he have a close relationship with anyone with the Cardinals. Filming for 'Your Friends & Neighbors.' Not everyone at Yankee Stadium is named 'Vinny.' Getting Jon's take on Navy Caps On The Road. Being in NY for the Knicks parade. Bring the Trail Blazers home.Joined by Cardinal broadcaster Brad Thompson who's up early this morning after a late arrival back in the STL. Hopefully the series win over the Yankees can build some momentum. Nathan Church. Jimmy Crooks. Nolan Gorman in Memphis. Joshua Baez.Chairman Kurt already has a clip of Jon Hamm endorsing the St. Louis Trail Blazers up on Instagram and Twitter. Lots of people wondering if Iggy is going to ask Jon Hamm to sign something for Gobble Bowl. Chairman isn't happy with Jon Hamm for wearing a black and white Cardinal hat. Martin may fill in for Doug on ATMA next week.Iggy's manifesto in the YouTube chat. He left Jon Hamm a voicemail. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD.A little Tyler Childers to get the vibes right. A fun exercise with The Colonel on Power Mizzou. Listing the FBS teams Tim has seen but Doug keeps interrupting. Tim walked so podcasters could run. Grosse Pointe Blank.Picking up Tim's list with the O's. Doug's ready for this to end. Surprising number.Seggies gonna be a little short because we're up against it. Are Jackson and Tim gonna be out there with McGreevy and Pallante today shaving strokes? Jackson doesn't have a simulator or a basement.And the winner of the EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-33:35) How 'bout that Cardinal starting pitching. Light issues at Yankee Stadium last night. Gary Coleman on a tricycle. Travel logistics. Martin is The Great Tinkerer. Tim and Jackson supposed to be teeing off at 1:00 but the weather could be an issue. I ride with Al In Dadeville. Revisiting Predictionary. Where's the nearest Sizzler? Be nice to have a sweat going into the last month of the season. Juggs in DC still on the Redbirds to make the playoffs. Early morning texts to BT.(33:43-53:56) Rhythm of the Night. Happy Birthday, Randy Debarge. What game show would you do the best on? A little guessing game for Doug. Which NL team has played the most playoff games since 2000? Surviving the boot/gift card era. Tallying the votes on the TMA Choose Your Airplane Seat post.(54:06-1:13:47) Iggy's not happy with Martin in the YouTube chat. School's in session, Doug. A signed Brody stick. The Sopranos scenes with Dr. Melfi. Audio of Oli Marmol on the win and guys stepping up amidst this long stretch of games. Doug's stiff thinking about Ragsdale. Nolan Gorman heating up in Memphis. The future is Prieto. Trapper Keepers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.