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Send me a DM here (it doesn't let me respond), OR email me: imagineabetterworld2020@gmail.comToday I'm so honored to introduce you all to: Satanic and Masonic Ritual Abuse, MK ULTRA, and organized abuse survivor, overcomer and now whistleblower for the first time ever today, creative writer, gardener, talented musician, singer and songwriter, dancer, content creator, and the brightest and bravest light in the darkness, DianaA little bit about Diana and what we will be discussing today:Diana was born and raised under the neon sky of Las Vegas, Nevada - a city that dazzles the world with spectacle while hiding its deepest shadows. She comes from a lineage that loomed large across her childhood: granddaughter of a 32nd degree Freemason of the Ancient Arabic Order of the Mystic Shrine and a Purple Heart–awarded Air Force veteran; and niece of a Nuclear Health Physicist at the Nevada Testing Site. Her family's names, titles, and networks formed a powerful backdrop - one that Diana would someday outshine through courage, clarity, and a relentless devotion to truth.From before she was born until the age of 13, Diana endured multi‑generational ritualized abuse inside a system designed to fracture memory, weaponize terror, and suppress the sacred autonomy of a child. She remembers cages and costumes; staged violence and choreographed “performances”; rituals in deserts and parks; music used like a metronome for fear;and electric shocks meant to rewrite what the mind could bear to hold. There are lodges and locations that live in her memory, rooms of role‑play and indoctrination, and the adult faces of collusion. There are stories she once wrote as “fiction” to safely tell the truth. There are nights of survival that no language fully contains.And yet - Diana is still here.What they tried to shatter, she gathered. What they tried to bury, she unearthed. Piece by careful piece, she recovered memories and meaning, walking back through the labyrinth with a light she had to build herself. She learned how trauma attempts to divide a life into locked rooms—and how, with patience and steadfast love for the self, those rooms can be opened, honored, and reintegrated. She came to understand that the most radical act in the aftermath of systematic dehumanization is to insist on one's humanity—publicly, powerfully, and without apology.Today, Diana stands as a survivor, a truth‑teller, and a fierce advocate for others emerging from hidden violence. She speaks for the child who was silenced, and for every survivor who still feels watched, doubted, or alone. She knows the architecture of coercion - how it recruits authority, how it hides in plain sight, how it scripts stories for the powerless - and she dismantles it by telling her own story first. In a world that prefers comfortable myths over uncomfortable realities, Diana chooses reality, and in doing so, she gives other survivors a map.Las Vegas taught Diana about illusion. Survival taught her about revelation. She has learned to live in the bright noon of her truth - a light that refuses to flatter the past or dim itself for anyone's comfort. Where others built cages, she builds doorways. Where others arranged rituals of control, she practices rituals of restoration: rest, remembrance, relationship, responsibility, and repair.This is not a story of what was done to her. This is a story of what she has done with it.Diana is the storm that breaks the script. She is testimony and tenderness, endurance and emergence. She is proof that memory can be mended, that dignity can be reclaimed, that the body can become a home again. She is a survivor and advocate who meets people in the dark without pretending the dark is light - and then walks with them until they can see the horizon for themselves.In a city famous for borrowed light, Diana carries her own. It does not blink. It does not sell. It is not for show. It is the steady flame of a life remade - one that warms, one that guides, and one that calls the lost back to themselves.Diana survived. Diana speaks. Diana leads. And because she does, more of us will live free.
Et si l'échec était le meilleur ingrédient d'une grande carrière ?Dans cet épisode intégral, Christian Le Squer raconte son parcours depuis un petit port du Finistère jusqu'à 22 ans au sommet de la gastronomie française.Tout commence à 12 ans, embarqué sur un chalutier en direction de Terre-Neuve. Il tombe amoureux du métier du cuisinier du bord. En rentrant à terre, sa décision est prise.Paris par la petite porte, une brasserie à 800 couverts, le Divellec, le Taillevent, le Ritz. Il rate le Meilleur Ouvrier de France. L'échec le dévaste, puis le libère. Son beau-père lui dit tout haut ce que personne n'ose lui dire. Il remet tout à plat, fait enfin sa cuisine puis la première étoile arrive un an plus tard.En 1999, le Doyen. En 2002, trois étoiles. En 2014, le George V avec la mission d'amener le restaurant au sommet en une année. Il décroche à nouveau le graal, les 3 étoiles. Un épisode sur ce qu'on construit quand on transforme chaque échec en carburant et sur un chef convaincu que sans ses équipes, on n'est rien.Pour découvrir la cuisine de cet immense chef breton, rendez-vous au Cinq dans l'hôtel Four Seasons George V à Paris.
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On this “Best Of” edition of Outdoor Adventures, Brownfield's Brent Barnett sits down with the new owner of Thompson/Center Arms Gregg Ritz. Gregg has been a prominent figure in the hunting industry for decades, and over the last year he's brought Thompson/Center back to life. We hope you enjoy his story on this week's special episode!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The very beginning of Together Alliance's march against the right wing. This protest took place in central London in March 2026. I was located in the centre of Piccadilly near the Ritz hotel. The recording consists of chanting, drumming and many voices passing by as they made their way down Piccadilly towards Trafalgar Square. The rig I used to catch this recording was a pair of DPA 4060s into a Zoom H6 Essential. The mic configuration was spaced Omnis, approximately 20cm apart and set at a 45° angle. The only processing has been some compression at a 3:1 ratio and lifted by +10dB.Recorded in London by Ian Rattray.
Give his regards to (off)-Broadway!! It's star of stage and screen Bryan Safi, whose show Are You Mad At Me? is making its off-B debut this summer at the Here Arts Center! And imagine that a man of so many talents took a weekend out of his busy schedule to travel with Mich to Mexico City! An amazing town where wonderful meals are the standard, hotels are pristine, the people are perfect, and the dads? Hot. But don't worry, we barely discuss that... rather the humor of it all, from cuck hotels with nary a lobby in sight to meals where the main color is BROWN and the lips are THIN. Mich has a leg-shaking stand-off with a Miññie Mouse, buys the stupidest shirt ever made in German history, and tricks Bryan into purchasing illegal Chinese headphones among many other things. So dip a toe in this ash pool and relax with an ep chock full of recommendations and, mainly, things to avoid. To hear this episode ad-free and watch video, head over to Patreon.com/michcoll. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Pourquoi certains lieux deviennent-ils des refuges pour les artistes ?Dans ce Pas de côté, je vous emmène dans l'un des endroits les plus emblématiques de Paris : le Ritz.Derrière ses façades élégantes et son histoire prestigieuse se cache un lien discret mais profond avec le monde de la création.Écrivains, musiciens, comédiens, danseurs… depuis plus d'un siècle, des générations d'artistes ont franchi ses portes.Qu'est-ce qui les attire dans ces lieux ?Pourquoi certains espaces semblent-ils nourrir l'imaginaire plus que d'autres ?Une parenthèse pour regarder autrement un lieu que l'on croit connaître.
On retrouve Christian Le Squer pour la deuxième partie de son portrait. Il entre enfin dans les grandes brigades parisiennes, par la petite porte. Une brasserie à 800 couverts par jour, puis un restaurant deux étoiles à Lille, puis le Divellec aux Invalides où il apprend le poisson aux côtés d'une figure de la gastronomie française. Chaque maison apporte quelque chose. Le Taillevent pour les sauces et la tradition, le Ritz pour le management et la recherche.C'est au Ritz, justement, qu'il rate le concours du Meilleur Ouvrier de France. L'échec le dévaste. Puis le transforme. Il quitte la maison et prend sa première place de chef au Café de la Paix. Pendant six mois, il reproduit ce qu'il a appris. Son beau-père lui dit tout haut ce que personne n'ose. Le lendemain, il remet tout à plat et commence enfin à faire sa cuisine. Première étoile un an plus tard. Deuxième étoile trois ans après.En 1999, coup de fil du Doyen. En 2002, trois étoiles. Pendant 14 ans.Pour découvrir la cuisine de cet immense chef breton, rendez-vous au Cinq dans l'hôtel Four Seasons George V à Paris.
Trax Took Birth in October 1985 as a pirate radio station broadcasting from the north circular road in a caravan. The station was called "D.A.D",(abbreviated as Davinder,Amir,David). After a DTI bust,(or 3!), the name changed from D.A.D to a mobile disco name,(Trax Mobile Disco),to TRAX FM. The time was 1986,and what fun we had. New DJ's joined,Mickey,Ritz,The Pacman,The Captain & DJ Danny). Trax also had "live" phone in's and requests on air! We hope to bring some fun back to you over the internet. Anything good will be played. Whether that be House,Hip Hop,Electro,Soul,Jazz,Funk,Disco,Soca,Reggae/Chutney..whatever. Also the live debates returns! Enjoy! www.traxfm.org
Send us Fan MailThis week the guys explore a southern classic sent in by listener Kylie from Georgia (maybe?): Pepper Jelly and Cream Cheese on a Ritz. Is this crazy? Are they crazy? They say "jelly" a lot. Also Pete shares with Johnny childhood Pete's after school smorgasbord.Other topics include: Daddy's got a brand new snack, famous(ish) people, tastebuds, shorts.Support the showAs always you can email us at Johnnysgotsnacks@gmail.comConsider joining our Patreon at Patreon.com/johnnysgotsnacks@Johnnysgotsnacks on instagramTheme music "More Snacks Please" by Matthew Nielson, check out his other work at https://www.matthewnielson.com/“Totally Accurate” music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/jonny-boyle/happy-like-larryLicense code: IHSL10Z4EM8QNPWD
Nos enlazamos a Madrid con Lili Ritz para hablar de su EP "Kintsugi", un proyecto que nació como su trabajo de fin de carrera y que fusiona música, filosofía japonesa y una narrativa emocional de caída y reconstrucción. Lili nos cuenta cómo el concepto del kintsugi —reparar piezas rotas con oro— guía cada canción, cada vídeo y cada decisión estética. Hablamos de su proceso personal de sanación tras una ruptura, de cómo el soul pop se convirtió en su vehículo sonoro, y de los retos de ser artista emergente en la era de las redes sociales. Una charla sobre imperfecciones valiosas, autenticidad y la importancia de la comunidad artística.https://open.spotify.com/intl-es/album/3VFmdhLRYuqpFtoorslQPkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHLu5YG4Fxwhttps://www.instagram.com/lili.ritzz/https://www.tiktok.com/@lili.ritzz
Danser sur scène… puis faire danser les lieux : comment passe-t-on de l'autre côté du rideau ?Dans cet épisode des Sens de la Danse, je reçois Frédéric Fontan.Nous nous rencontrons au Ritz Paris, dans le jardin où se tiendront les 13, 14 et 15 juin les Nuits Étoilées.Un nouveau festival dont il est l'initiateur et le directeur artistique, réunissant danseurs de l'Opéra de Paris, chanteurs lyriques et musiciens dans l'un des lieux les plus emblématiques de la capitale.Mais avant d'imaginer des expériences immersives pour certaines des plus grandes maisons de luxe, Frédéric Fontan a lui-même passé quatorze ans sur scène. Danseur, chanteur, comédien.Né à Saint-Gaudens, au pied des Pyrénées, il grandit entre les chants populaires, la nature, les études scientifiques et une passion dévorante pour le spectacle vivant.Dans cet épisode, il revient sur son enfance, le harcèlement scolaire, la danse comme espace de liberté, sa carrière artistique, puis sa transition vers la direction artistique.Une conversation sur le mouvement, l'imaginaire, la transmission et le pouvoir des lieux.
The Efficient Advisor: Tactical Business Advice for Financial Planners
If you've been listening to the podcast lately, you know we've been talking a lot about client experience, onboarding, and the first 100 days. And this week, I'm coming to you from the Ritz-Carlton in Chicago, where I'm speaking at a conference and taking notes on one of the most recognized customer experience brands in the world. As I've watched the little details and thoughtful touches that make the Ritz-Carlton experience so memorable, I couldn't help but think about how easily many of those same principles can be applied inside an advisory firm. In this episode, I'm breaking down three specific Ritz-Carlton practices that advisors can use to create more memorable, consistent, and remarkable client experiences.In this episode, you'll learn:How the Ritz-Carlton's famous $2,000 Rule empowers employees to solve problems, create memorable moments, and deliver exceptional service without waiting for management approvalWhy capturing client preferences and personal details is only half the battle—and how to actually use that information to strengthen relationships and deepen client loyaltyHow daily service meetings at the Ritz create consistency across the organization and how advisors can incorporate client experience discussions into their own team meetingsThe three foundational pillars of a remarkable client experience: empowering your team, collecting meaningful client intelligence, and creating processes that ensure consistence.The best client experiences don't happen by accident. The Ritz-Carlton has built a reputation for excellence by intentionally empowering employees, documenting client preferences, and creating systems that reinforce exceptional service every day. The good news is that you don't need a luxury hotel budget to apply these principles. Small, thoughtful actions backed by strong processes can help your clients feel seen, known, and valued—and that's what creates loyalty, referrals, and lasting relationships.Check out The First 100 Days Course: The Advisor's Blueprint for a Remarkable Client Experience HERE!Learn more about T2MWorks HERE! Learn more about Asset-Map financial planning software HERE! Learn more about our sponsor Beemo Automation HERE! Check out the Efficient Advisor YouTube Channel HERE!Connect with Libby on LinkedIn HERE!Successful businesses don't get built alone. You need community! You need collaboration! Join us in The Efficient Advisor Community on Facebook.
Send us Fan MailAurora and Angelina caught up with Shelly and the private investigator from Please Bring Me Home that she has been working with to try to find a resolution to the case of Derek 'Ritzy' Ritz. Plus Ritzy's best friend Phil shared some of his thoughts about the case. Hear what it means to get a reward issued for information leading to arrests, how challenging it can be to obtain one, and whether reward money has prompted any new witnesses to come forward, straight from the people closest to Ritzy's case.Support the show
We're entering the long, hot summer of 1976, and Gyles is moving into a big, new house with his young family and still forging ahead in his life and career. He is embarking on a second Oxford Theatre Festival, with his friend Noel Davis (who likes the start and end the working day with a stiff drink, and have a couple more over lunch); he is celebrating Michele's birthday in style at the Ritz, and he is attempting to break the record for the longest after-dinner speech. It's another action-packed year, diary fans! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dub is live from the USA after visiting the 2026 Sweets & Snacks Expo in Las Vegas, breaking down the biggest new snacks, sweets, chips and drinks coming out of America. From Nutella Peanut and protein Doritos to World Cup Lay's flavours, Oreo drops, Ritz snacks, healthier lollies, low-sugar sweets, Aussie brands overseas and Dub's unexpected Diet Coke obsession, this episode is all about the future of snacks and what could be coming to Australia next.Thanks to Royal Stacks for sponsoring the podcast!Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trax Took Birth in October 1985 as a pirate radio station broadcasting from the north circular road in a caravan. The station was called "D.A.D",(abbreviated as Davinder,Amir,David). After a DTI bust,(or 3!), the name changed from D.A.D to a mobile disco name,(Trax Mobile Disco),to TRAX FM. The time was 1986,and what fun we had. New DJ's joined,Mickey,Ritz,The Pacman,The Captain & DJ Danny). Trax also had "live" phone in's and requests on air! We hope to bring some fun back to you over the internet. Anything good will be played. Whether that be House,Hip Hop,Electro,Soul,Jazz,Funk,Disco,Soca,Reggae/Chutney..whatever. Also the live debates returns! Enjoy! www.traxfm.org
In episode 094, MetalFRO and Addicted go over a lot of detail of a little danmaku shooter that reveals itself as you play - Mecha Ritz: Steel Rondo!
Welcome to another episode of Beyond the Dieine, hosted by Tom Seymour from Bison Bag! In this episode, Tom sits down with his close friend Dr. Juan Salinas, a doctor of food science, master of sports nutrition, competitive bodybuilder, and the brilliant founder of Pnuff Crunch.Juan shares his incredible journey from engineering to formulating iconic snacks for global CPG giants, before taking a leap of faith into entrepreneurship. He drops absolute gold on the realities of scaling a food brand, navigating the treacherous waters of packaging inventory, and what really happens when you rip off a lab coat on national television.Key Highlights From the Episode* The Corporate Launchpad: Juan talks about his years doing serious time at massive CPG companies like Nabisco, Kraft, and Nestle. He shares how working on legacy brands like Oreos and Ritz—and watching the birth of the OG Power Bar—fueled his passion for functional nutrition.* The Shark Tank Savior: Juan recounts his viral appearance on Shark Tank. After stunning the Sharks by ripping off his doctor's lab coat to reveal his bodybuilding physique, the laughter caused him to completely forget his lines. Mark Cuban stepped in to save the pitch and ultimately became an investor in the company.* Dumbbells and Discipline: Tom and Juan break down a powerful analogy comparing gym culture to business growth. You cannot just start lifting the 75-pound weights on day one without hurting yourself; business, just like muscle growth, requires trusting a disciplined progression.* Packaging Pitfalls: Juan candidly admits his early founder mistake of tying up massive amounts of cash in cheap, long-run packaging film rolls, only to be stuck with obsolete inventory when branding and market trends changed. Tom drops expert advice on using digital printing early on and designing smart with common plates to keep costs low.* Sustainable Solutions: What do you do with 50,000 dollars worth of unused packaging rolls sitting in a warehouse? Tom explains how brands can leverage TerraCycle's advanced recycling methods to separate complex film layers, keeping commercial waste out of landfills while protecting their brand's reputation.* Clean Snacking Without Sacrifice: Pnuff puffs are scientifically formulated to deliver 20 grams of protein, 3 grams of fiber, and a low glycemic response per bag to keep you full longer without the sugar crash.Links and Resources Mentioned* Get Shredded: Download Dr. Juan's 34-Day Fitness and Diet Program and unlock the exact science-backed methods he uses for bodybuilding.* Try Pnuff: Grab a bag of original, barbecue, cheddar jalapeno, cinnamon, or cocoa puffs at pnuff.com or find them on Amazon.* Brought to you by: Tom Seymour and the flexible packaging experts at Bison Bag.Connect With Us!For more behind-the-scenes packaging breakdowns, industry insights, and entrepreneurial truth-bombs, make sure to follow along:* LinkedIn: Connect with Adam Peek at www.linkedin.com/in/adampeek* TikTok: Follow the journey and catch daily videos with @thelabelking This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.packagingisawesome.com
Trax Took Birth in October 1985 as a pirate radio station broadcasting from the north circular road in a caravan. The station was called "D.A.D",(abbreviated as Davinder,Amir,David). After a DTI bust,(or 3!), the name changed from D.A.D to a mobile disco name,(Trax Mobile Disco),to TRAX FM. The time was 1986,and what fun we had. New DJ's joined,Mickey,Ritz,The Pacman,The Captain & DJ Danny). Trax also had "live" phone in's and requests on air! We hope to bring some fun back to you over the internet. Anything good will be played. Whether that be House,Hip Hop,Electro,Soul,Jazz,Funk,Disco,Soca,Reggae/Chutney..whatever. Also the live debates returns! Enjoy! www.traxfm.org
Trax Took Birth in October 1985 as a pirate radio station broadcasting from the north circular road in a caravan. The station was called "D.A.D",(abbreviated as Davinder,Amir,David). After a DTI bust,(or 3!), the name changed from D.A.D to a mobile disco name,(Trax Mobile Disco),to TRAX FM. The time was 1986,and what fun we had. New DJ's joined,Mickey,Ritz,The Pacman,The Captain & DJ Danny). Trax also had "live" phone in's and requests on air! We hope to bring some fun back to you over the internet. Anything good will be played. Whether that be House,Hip Hop,Electro,Soul,Jazz,Funk,Disco,Soca,Reggae/Chutney..whatever. Also the live debates returns! Enjoy! www.traxfm.org
In this episode, Dr. Corey Malnikof discusses: Scaling from one clinic to 24 locations Building a patient-focused clinic culture Marketing strategies that work for doctors AI, SEO, and social media marketing Advice for growing a successful practice Key Takeaways: “Marketing works best when it comes from authenticity. If you truly love helping people, then marketing simply becomes sharing that passion with your community.” – Dr. Corey Malnikof “Scaling a practice requires systems, leadership, and the willingness to step into uncertainty before growth happens.” – Dr. Corey Melnikov “Doctors don't always need bigger budgets to grow. Many of the best patient acquisition strategies are free and relationship-driven.” – Dr. Corey Malnikof Connect with Corey Malnikof Email: drcorey@palmercare.com Business: palmercaregroup.com Twitter: @palmercaregroup @coreymalnikof Connect with Barbara Hales: Twitter: @DrBarbaraHales Facebook: facebook.com/theMedicalStrategist Business Website: TheMedicalStrategist.com Email: info@TheMedicalStrategist.com YouTube:@barbarahales LinkedIn: https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/barbarahalesBooks: Content Copy Made Easy 14 Tactics to Triple Sales Power to the Patient: The Medical Strategist TRANSCRIPTION (241) Building a Patient-Focused Chiropractic Brand Dr. Barbara Hales: “Welcome to another episode of Marketing Tips for Doctors. I’m your host, Dr. Barbara Hales. Today, you’re in for a rare treat. We have Dr. Corey Malnikov here with us. He is the CEO of Palmer Care Group, a healthcare organization operating 24 chiropractic clinics across the whole United States. He is an entrepreneur, speaker, and leader known for building high performing teams, scalable systems, and world class patient experiences. Today we’re going to dive into what actually works when it comes to marketing for doctors, how to attract the right patients, grow your practice, and build something that truly scales. Welcome to the show.” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “Thank you for the introduction. Always fun to hear all of that in 111 share. Thank you.” Dr. Barbara Hales: “When you first started out, did you see patients at that time?” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “Yeah, no, I was a.. I’ve been in practice for 21 years. I saw patients probably up to about seven or eight years ago, I had about 10 clinics at the time, and so I was a full-time guy. I loved seeing patients that they literally had to kind of rip it out of my hands for me to stop, but I kept cutting back. I kept.. I went from full-time to Monday, Wednesdays, and then just Mondays, and then I think I got to the point where I had a patient laying down, I was listening to what my doctors were saying, I was listening to the front desk, I was thinking about the other clinics, and I just felt bad for not being there 100% for the patients, and so, yeah, it’s been probably seven eight years, and I’ve been running the clinics instead of in it, but is there a long time?” Dr. Barbara Hales: “What made your practice unique in compared to other chiropractic offices around? Did you have multiple streams of income? Where were there additional services that others didn’t provide? Were there products that you felt your patients could use? Like, what is it that made you different,” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “yeah. And I will say, you know, with 24 clinics, you know, when doctors are into different things, we do have all sorts of different techniques and instruments and things that we use on patients, but really, what makes us different is I always tried to create this atmosphere, you know, I was a big Starbucks junkie in the beginning, you know, and I was trying to open a practice, and you know, I thought I’d graduate, put a shingle up, you know, the Red Sea would part, patients would line up, I’d take care of them, and the reality, like most, most entrepreneurs find out, is you open up, and then you know nothing. So I studied a lot, I studied Amazon, I studied Nordstrom, I studied the Ritz, I studied Disney, and I studied Starbucks, and Starbucks talked about how Starbucks was meant to be the third home, right? You had home, you had work, and then Starbucks,” Dr. Barbara Hales: “but no, I thought no drive-through, right?” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “Right, exactly, no drive-thru, but I thought, you know, a chiropractic clinic, a wellness clinic, should be the third home, not Starbucks. And so I kind of wanted to create this atmosphere, and I was always really big into personal and professional development for my doctors, for my staff, and even for my patients. So we tried to build a place, and we always talked about when patients come into our place, if their anxiety is high, we’re going to lower their anxiety to peace, and if their energy is low, we’re going to bring their energy up. And so for us, it was all about the experience, the second you walked through the door, the way you were greeted, the way you were treated, the way your case was managed, and how we kind of had an impact on every aspect of your life, emotional, physical, chemical, and treatment. And so that was the goal, and for me, that’s what’s made us different. It’s just the culture and the place we created,” Scaling From One Clinic to 24 Locations Dr. Barbara Hales: “that’s wonderful. Now, before you had your first offshoot, you must have been a little bit nervous about doing that. Would opening up another location divide my patients, or would I succeed? You know, walk me through that, and how, and how you did succeed.” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “Yeah, I had no intentions of having 24 clinics. I had every intention of opening one clinic and trying to make it as successful as humanly possible, being a big part of the community and making that who I was. The reality was I opened a clinic, didn’t know what I was doing, figured out what I was doing, and then very fast grew it. I had been renting a room while I was waiting for my clinic to get built with from another chiropractor, and when he kind of saw how fast I built it, he said, “You know, my friend is selling a practice, I’ll go buy it, I just need you, you can be 5050 partners, no money, and you just fix it, and so that second clinic. Was just kind of like I couldn’t do anything else in my current clinic. My wife was about to join me, so we couldn’t, we couldn’t fit any more patients there. So the second clinic was like literally completely unpredicted, but man, it was fun. You know, I got to drive down, I was about 45 minutes away, go to this clinic that was, you know, pretty much failing, and then take it from where it was and grow it up, and so, yes, it was scary, but I’ll tell you, the scarier step wasn’t that second one, because the first one was successful, the second one was just fixing, but I went from two clinics to four clinics in a blink, and the scary part of that was, you know, I had no money, and then I started to make a little bit of money. Then we got the second clinic, and then I started to make a little bit more money, and I got four clinics, and I have negative money. So that was where I learned about the scariness of expansion. You know, when you, when you want to expand and you want to scale, you just, you have to be willing to step into this world of fear, where you’re going to take a few steps backwards before you step forwards, and that’s kind of been not to go off subject, but that’s been the whole thing, right? I went from money to no money, and then from four clinics to 10 clinics, where I went way backwards, and then got caught up, and then from 10 clinics to 20 clinics, and every time we make a massive growth, now I have to expect that fear and expect that, and just be willing to make that jump and be prepared.” Dr. Barbara Hales: “What’s really interesting is, I think many people hearing your story would think, well, by the time you got to the second or third one, you had, you had it down, and it was just going to be gravy after that.” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “Yeah, yeah. No, you know, it changes, you know. Five clinics is you right? I can see patients full time and still have my fingers on everything, but it’s not me anymore, right? There has to be a C suite. There has to be an infrastructure that I built and pay for for people to run our systems and run our marketing and run our HR and to run our everything, so with every clinic you add, you are limiting your ability to accomplish the job that you would normally do, and now you have to replace yourself with somebody who is paid and trained by you, so it’s a learning curve, because none of us, you know, on this podcast, I think your listeners, the doctors, none of us are trained entrepreneurs, trained businessmen, trained business women, we just have to learn as we go and study as hard as we can, and all of it’s a learning curve, but it’s a fun ride if you take” Dr. Barbara Hales: “it, when you started realizing that other people would be taking over the roles that you once were actively doing. Did you feel bad about it, or were you just so excited that it didn’t matter?” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “No, no, you know, you don’t want to let go of those. You grip them, death grip those. Not only do you not want to give them up, but then you know you have to learn very quickly that you can’t micromanage, right? So, like, I’m going to allow you to do second interviews and decide if this person has the ability to do the job, and I have to be able to, like, not give my approval on every employee that gets hired, and that is a very difficult thing to do, so no, every step along the way, every time you hand something off, you know, yes, you watch it a bit in the beginning, but you have to have the ability to not watch it if you want to grow, and that’s very difficult.” Marketing Strategies That Actually Work for Doctors Dr. Barbara Hales: “So, what would you say to them about that?” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “Yeah, so there’s so much, it’s never ending. I mean, you know this with all the people that are on this podcast, there’s just so much great stuff out there, but it really, for me, becomes very dependent on geography, because digital marketing is absolutely amazing, and it is so deep now. I mean, yes, you can do Instagram posts, Facebook posts, LinkedIn posts, Twitter posts, YouTube posts, there’s Google post, there’s Google ads, and all that stuff works amazingly. You’ve got to learn all of that and use all of that, but there’s some geographies, like I have some geographies in Texas, that are, have such a congested digital footprint, like so many people in that congestion, that the ROI and the responses for that, you know there’s no way I could scale clinics there if that was what we did, so like in Northern Virginia, I’ll spend a lot of money on Google Local and Google Ads, and on boosts on some of our social media, so that would become very well known in the, in the neighborhoods, versus you know, in Texas, what works very well is being out in the community, meeting all the professionals that I can refer to, and that can refer to me, that are doing health screenings at different health fairs, that are doing lunch and learns in different companies, and so we use all kinds of tactics. Now, do I also do some digital marketing in Texas? Of course, but I don’t spend a lot, and do I also do all the other things in Northern Virginia? Yes, but I don’t push it a lot, you know. You’ve got to figure out what’s working. I think you know when I talk to people on the phone and they’re trying to get their marketing to work. I think part of the problem is they’ve got 15 different things going, and then these don’t work, so they try this and this doesn’t work, so they try this. You know, you got to focus in, and if, if, if somebody else can get this marketing to work in your area, so can you. So, instead of quitting it, dive into it, you know, learn why, why it’s not working, what you can do to make it work.” Dr. Barbara Hales: “Absolutely, and you know people are, so you know, scrambling for AI in their practice, without realizing that some of the old school techniques really work the best, and that it’s not something that they should forget about. People, after all, want to have a relationship with you, they want to actually see you, talk to you and hear what your views are, so you know, getting out there and introducing yourselves to people, both you know, prospective patients, but also to physicians in the area that can refer to you.” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “Yeah, doctors and professional referrals. I mean, we talked to this about our doctors all the time, if the only thing you did was have two lunches a week with referral partners, and you did that every week, you’d have 104 lunches a month, and if 10% of those people like you, that’d be 10 people sending you patients every month. So there’s professional referrals, is one of the most amazing things. I will say old school is kind of funny, because we just started doing some postcards again. Now that’s from like a decade ago. I’m going to tell you, the response, the response in some of our areas on like these postcards is insane. So, there is some old school stuff.” AI, Social Media, and Modern Healthcare Marketing Dr. Corey Melnikov: “And AI, I right now, by the way, also, I mean, I know everybody wants to dive into it, and I think they should. AI, right now, is the wild wild west, because there’s nobody knows for sure, but we do know that feeding it, and doing, you know, AI, oh, doing, doing the search engine optimization, which is now for AI, is absolutely amazing. I think if I can give one piece of advice on something like AI, and even, you know, social media marketing, and things like that, I think that doctors, because we were, we want to be doctors, and that we don’t want to be the professional marketer. Too many times, doctors will go out and find this is the best company to do AI marketing for me. This is the best company to do lead generation for me, and they like hand it off and forget it. So, the one thing I would say is you’ve got to learn it right, and it’s not that hard. You can jump on YouTube and say, you know, put in a video, teach me how to do AI SEO, you can go into Chat GPT and just say, “Tell me the top 100 things I need to know. You really have to learn how to do it. So, I always like lead generation AI. I learn how to do it to the point that I’m dangerous enough that I could do it, and then I don’t. And then I hire a company, because then I can watch what they’re doing, and I can make pivots, and I can give suggestions, and I don’t just take the results for what they are. So, so get into AI marketing, get into all this stuff, but for the love of God, know what you’re doing first.” Dr. Barbara Hales: “Absolutely. How actively involved are you in creating videos for your patients on the sites” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “I I’m actively involved in, and by that I mean like maybe twice a month I get with our social media people, and they shoot videos with me, so that’s about as active as I am. And then they do all the editing and posting and everything for group, which is kind of the umbrella. The individual clinics is me giving them what I want them to record and do right, and then I have a separate crew that then edits and posts those, but at the end of the day I’m really just looking at how many posts are we doing, when are they going up, what are the statistics, what are the results. So I’m all KPI driven.” Advice for Doctors Growing Their Practice Dr. Barbara Hales: “That’s great, so what advice would you give to our, you know, physicians and chiropractors that are listening today? You know, like two pieces of advice that they could implement right away.” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “Yeah, well, number one, you know, when I talk to chiropractors and they’re like, I don’t have enough new patients, or I talked to functional medicine, I talked to any of these guys, and I don’t have enough new patients, right. And then it’s, I don’t have the budget for it, because there’s, there’s so much stuff that’s free. You can right now shoot videos and post it on six different platforms. You can right now go stop by an office and drop your cards and meet a professional. You can right now go bring bagels and coffee to a bank before they open. Introduce yourself and tell them about your clinic. There’s so many free things you can do right now. If you don’t have enough new patients, it is just because you are not trying hard enough. It exists. You just have to do it, and no one can make you do it. But you could post 50 posts on social media right now, if you wanted to, right, and talk about who you are, you know, talk about what you do, and your community will absolutely love it. And then, you know, the only other thing I would tell you is, you know, have a goal, like, okay, I don’t have enough new patients for the love, like, what is enough new patients, and why did you pick that number, like, and if that’s your number, give me the action steps of how you’re going to get it. So, there’s a million ways to get new patients, right? If you, if you’re stuck and your brain is like, I can’t come up with one, then go on Chat GPT, Chat GPT, and say, give me 25 ways to get new patients right now that cost me nothing, and then you can do it, but work towards a goal, right? Say, I want 27 new patients this month, and here’s the action steps I’m going to do. You do those two things. I just don’t know how you can’t have enough new patients.” Dr. Barbara Hales: “Do you have a program yet on how to instruct physicians to follow in your footsteps?” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “Yeah, that’s good question. No, right. So we have all the programs for all of our doctors and CAS, you know. For me, right now, it’s just that there’s so many people that reach out about what we’re doing. My thought process was, let me just give it out for free, let me answer any questions. There’s really nothing for me to gain from this, except for, hey, doctors are helping a whole lot of people. I want you to help a lot of people. I want you to do more, and if I can be of any help for you to do that, then do it. Use me.” Dr. Barbara Hales: “That’s wonderful. So, what else would you like to tell our listening audience that maybe I haven’t touched upon lately, you know? Yet,” Dr. Corey Melnikov: “Well, you know, your podcast is marketing. You know, the only, the only other thing I’ll say about. Marketing is this. I’ve always looked at marketing is, you know, if you love what you do, if you absolutely love what you do, then marketing is just your extension of your love for what you do out into the community. And how many different ways can you come up with doing that? And if that’s what you’re doing, if the only thing you’re really doing is sharing what you love with the community, because you know it will make an impact. Then all of the negative things that we think of when it comes to marketing, the sales process, the I don’t want to do this, I don’t want to do that, all that goes away because the second you are locked in to all I want to do is help, then that’s all you’re ever doing, you’re just offering your value, and because it’s coming from such an authentic place, it works. It just works, you know. I used to go out to health screenings, and my goal was I wanted to meet one person that I could show them an alternative to maybe a surgery they were doing, and because the only thing I was doing, they were sitting there talking to people about health and wellness. I ended up with all these new patients. It just has to be authentic. You just have to figure out why this means so much to you, and then all you have to do is share that, and that’s all marketing is. It’s just you sharing who you are with the world.” Dr. Barbara Hales “That is wonderful advice. And with that, I would like to thank you for coming here. And listeners, this is, you know, a great guy, as you have seen and heard, and his company is called Palmer Care Group, and you can reach out to him at Palmer Care group.com We’ll also have that in the show notes, in case you don’t know how to spell it, or you probably forget it, as I have said it, but you know this guy has some great moves, and you need to see what he’s done and follow along. If you do that, you’re sure you’re sure there’ll be bumps, but you know what, you’re sure to meet with success. So, thank you so much for being on the show today with us, Corey” Dr. Corey Melnikov “Thanks for having me.” Dr. Barbara Hales 22:10 “This has been another episode of Marketing Tips with the Doctors, with your host Dr. Barbara Hales and Dr. Corey Malnikof. Till next time,” The post Scaling the Patient Experience first appeared on The Medical Strategist.
Luke and Pete check in on the state of the nation to find Starmer being deeply unserious while the King's having to suck up to Trump.On a cheerier note, Luke's been to a musical about Céline Dion followed by afternoon tea at the Ritz. Get your jackets on.Plus, math rock and performative music enjoyment are under the microscope. And if you're a harpist, be sure to get in touch.Send us your latest stories, questions and comments here: hello@lukeandpeteshow.com.The Luke and Pete Show is the sometimes ridiculous, always funny podcast with Luke Moore and Pete Donaldson: two men who have time on their hands and a good idea of how to waste it. Subscribe to get your comedy podcast fix every Monday and Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Core Crisis & The 4% Tax Cap The Deficit: Cranston is facing a structural deficit of approximately $10 million. The City General Fund reserve recently fell from 8.2% to 5.3%, drawing sharp warnings from Rhode Island Auditor General David Bergantino. The First Rejection: On April 29, 2026, the City Council unanimously rejected Mayor Ken Hopkins’ original $352 million budget plan, which called for a 7.4% tax levy increase to cover the gap. Going above the state-mandated 4% cap would require the council to petition the RI General Assembly. The Revised Budget: Mayor Hopkins subsequently submitted a revised plan strictly adhering to the 4% tax levy cap. However, this has triggered heavy pushback due to steep cuts: Complete suspension of operations at the Cranston Senior Center. Level-funding for Cranston Public Schools. Elimination of police transcriptionist and parks positions, and zero administrative raises. Councilor Frank Ritz's Position Councilman Ritz (Ward 4) has positioned himself as an advocate for exhausted local corrective actions before taking drastic structural measures or looking outside city hall for help. 1. Opposing a State Budget Commission When residents and local commentary floated the idea of bringing in a state-appointed budget commission to intervene in Cranston’s messy finances, Ritz joined fellow councilors in firmly rejecting it: "I believe Cranston should carefully consider every option available to address the City's growing financial challenges, including the possibility of requesting state oversight if conditions continue to deteriorate. However, a state-appointed budget commission is a significant step that would reduce local control over financial decisions, and I do not believe the City has exhausted all local corrective measures at this point." 2. Focus on "In-House" Solutions & Compromise Ritz has backed the council’s push for collaborative, line-by-line reallocations rather than accepting the Mayor's slash-and-burn approach to senior services. The council recently maneuvered to pull together roughly $2 million in reallocated funds to split between restoring portions of the Senior Center budget and assisting the School Department. What the Council is Looking at Next (Show Talking Points) As the final June 1 deadline approaches, the council is pivoting from pure cuts to generating alternative local revenue: Fee Increases: Several municipal fee hikes have already been approved to drive immediate cash flow. Speed Cameras: Council leadership is floating the introduction of speed enforcement cameras in high-speed school zones (such as Garden City), which could yield an estimated $1 million to $2 million annually. Tiered Commercial Taxes: A proposal is being weighed to create a multi-tiered commercial property tax structure, allowing the city to protect small local businesses while leaning slightly more on larger commercial entities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Following Clinton's victory, Pamela was appointed Ambassador to France, a role she took with immense seriousness despite her lack of formal education. She became a highly respected diplomat, earning praise for her work on the 50th anniversary of D-Day and her "invisible but decisive" role in the Bosnia peace negotiations. She used her personal experience of the Blitz to provide a moral compass for ending the Balkan bloodshed, effectively bridging the gap between Washington and Paris. However, her final years were marred by stress from lawsuits filed by Averell Harriman'schildren over his fortune, which threatened her with bankruptcy. Under this pressure, she suffered a fatal brain hemorrhage while swimming at the Ritz in Paris. At her funeral, President Bill Clinton delivered a moving tribute, stating he would not have reached the presidency without her and praising her significant contributions to her adopted country. (8/8)1655
Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: the slightly overlooked aspects of the West Ham corner chaos, predicting the title of the Arsenal story-of-the-season book, an alphabetical crisis for the Premier League, five-star co-commentary from Joe Cole, how long is too long for a commentator to stay silent after a goal, and footballers' names in both cheap office furniture and the inexplicably Urdu songs of Robert Palmer. Play the Happy Hunting Grounds daily quiz at games.footballcliches.com Sign up for Dreamland, the members-only Football Clichés experience, to access our exclusive show and much more: https://dreamland.footballcliches.com Download SAILY in your app store and use code CLICHES at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For more info, visit https://saily.com/cliches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Katelyn fills in for this episode of The AM and she cooking up a big old bowl of soup of some delicious indie goodness for a number of genres.Playlist: IDLES, LCD Sound System - DancerHaute & freddy - Shy GirlDabbi Dawson - Chemical ReactionChole Qisha - The BoysTiffany Stringer - Texas PrimadonnaMARINA - Mowgli's roadThe Last Dinner Party - Big DogMannequin Pussy - Lound BarkFiona Apple - CosmonautsTV Girls - (do the) ACt like you never meArctic Monkeys - From the Ritz to the RubbleThe Glorious Sons - Speed of lightMajical Cloudz - DowntownThe Pack a.d - You Don't Owe MeGorillaz, Danny Brown - SubmissionDeath From Above 1979 - You're a woman, I'm a machineGetdown Services - Dog DribbleDumb - CBC Radio 3Pork Belly - BugKneeling in Piss - Prevent TodayHot Hot Heat - You owe me an IOUBrass Camel - King for a dayVintage Crop - GridlockBench Press - RespiteWolf Parade - You are a runner and I am my fatherDestroyer - it's gonna take an airplaneTokyo Police Club - BambiStars - Your ex-lover is deadFather John Misty - Hollywood forever cemetery singsPeaches - Boys wanna be herViagra Boys - SportsBig Theif - Shark SmileAngine de Poitrine - Ababa HotelAlvvays - After the earthquakeCuff The duke - if I love or if I dieVampire Weekend - WalcottCourtney Barnett - City looks prettyLambrini Girls - Cuntology 101
Some kids find trouble. Simon Sandall was very, very good at it. He starts on the streets of Rugby, England, where he was, by his own cheerful admission, heading nowhere fast. What pulled him back? Food. And forty-one years, a few broken noses, a life-threatening health crisis, and one extraordinary Valentine's Day later, he's the Executive Chef and Owner of Boronia Kitchen, cooking on his own terms, and loving every minute of it. In this episode, Tawnya Bahr sits down with Simon for a raw, honest, and often hilarious conversation about the realities of a career in professional kitchens. The good, the brutal, and the deeply human moments in between. Episode Overview (Ep #80) with Simon Sandall and Tawnya Bahr What We Cover in This Episode From rat bag to rising star. How walking a dog led Simon into a vegetarian restaurant kitchen at age 14, and why his Welsh TAFE teacher's blunt words ("sort your shit out or f*** off") became the making of him The brutal truth about old-school kitchen culture. Simon doesn't sugarcoat it: the kitchens of London's elite hotels were aggressive, physically dangerous, and completely normalised. How does that compare to the kitchen he runs today at Boronia? The Ritz vs. Claridge's. How a 17-year-old Simon chose between two of London's most iconic hotels (he picked the one where he felt like a person, not a number) and what that decision taught him about culture Going gold at Olympia. Competing in culinary competitions at 17, working 48-hour stretches on cold masterpieces, and what ego-driven ambition looks like when you're young and hungry The world years. From the Greek islands to Mozambique (four years out of civil war), Lake Malawi, and navigating a continent post-civil war with nothing but instinct, biltong in his backpack, and a talent for banoffee pie Landing in Australia broke and long-haired. The story of arriving in Sydney on borrowed money, being knocked back for jobs because of his appearance, and flipping steaks at the Orient Hotel at the Rocks until the right opportunity opened up 17 years with Matt Moran. What this relationship taught Simon about craft, loyalty, friendship, and farming. Why Matt is now one of his closest mates, getting him up to the farm to forage pine mushrooms and collect fresh eggs. Valentine's Day, 2018. The moment that changed everything. Simon shares with extraordinary openness how necrotising pancreatitis almost took his life, how he said goodbye to his kids from a hospital bed, and how he signed the lease on Boronia Kitchen from intensive care. Nearly nine years sober, and no regrets. The Boronia Kitchen story. A passion project built on discipline, seasonal produce, a kitchen garden harvested twice daily, and a commitment to doing things properly on his own terms The cookbook. Self-published, coffee table-worthy but built to get greasy, and packed with seasonal recipes that define Boronia's kitchen About Simon Sandall & Boronia Kitchen Simon Sandall is the Executive Chef and Owner of Boronia Kitchen in Sydney. With over four decades in the industry, including time at the Ritz London, the Sydney Opera House, and seven years on the tools at ARIA Restaurant. Simon is one of Australia's most respected chefs. He is also the author of the self-published Boronia Kitchen cookbook. After a near-fatal health crisis in 2018, Simon rebuilt his life around his restaurant, his kitchen garden, his family, and nearly nine years of sobriety. Boronia Kitchen: https://www.boroniakitchen.com.au/ Address: 150 Pittwater Road, Hunters Hill NSW Australia The Boronia Kitchen Cookbook: https://www.boroniakitchen.com.au/shop/p/the-story-of-boronia Instagram: @chefsimonsandall @boroniakitchen @cateringbysimonsandall About Straight to the Source Straight To The Source is hosted by Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon. We'd love to hear from you! Reach out, leave a review, and share this episode with someone in the industry who needs to hear it. You can find us: Straight To The Source Food Podcast: https://lnk.to/jBCTBE Straight To The Source Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straight_to_the_source/ Straight To The Source Website: http://straighttothesource.com.au Tawnya Bahr: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tawnyabahr/ Instagram: @tawnyabahr Email: tbahr@straighttothesource.com.au Lucy Allon: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucyallon/ Instagram: @lucy_allon Email: lucy@straighttothesource.com.au Keywords: Simon Sandall, Boronia Kitchen, straight to the source podcast, Australian chef, Sydney restaurant, Matt Moran, chef mental health, cateringbysimonsandall, hospitality industry, kitchen culture, farm to table Sydney, foodpodcast, sustainability, Australian food producers, chef sobriety, kitchen garden, Boronia Kitchen cookbook, necrotising pancreatitis, chef career advice@straighttothesourcepodcast: https://www.youtube.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mel Brooks gets the first shot in Brooks vs. Muppets, and we're reviewing what some say is his best film - Young Frankenstein! Put it on the Ritz!
The Story of Louis Diat: The French Chef Who Invented Vichyssoise in New York is the latest episode of Fabulously Delicious — and it tells the remarkable and largely untold story of one of the most influential French chefs ever to work on American soil. Louis Diat was born in 1885 in Montmarault in the Allier department of central France, spent forty-one years as head chef of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Manhattan, cooked for kings, presidents and the Prince of Wales, and in 1917 created crème vichyssoise glacée — one of the most celebrated cold soups in the history of fine dining — inspired by a childhood memory of his mother's kitchen in rural France.The episode follows Diat's extraordinary journey from a small town in Bourbonnais country, where he was waking up before school at eight years old to make soup, through his classical training at the Ritz Paris under César Ritz himself and the Ritz London, to his arrival in New York in October 1910 at just twenty-five years old. Within weeks he was head chef of the newly opened Ritz-Carlton, with Auguste Escoffier overseeing the inauguration of the restaurant. The story of how a childhood memory — his mother pouring cold milk into leftover potato and leek soup on warm summer mornings — became one of the most famous dishes in the history of French gastronomy is one of the most quietly beautiful origin stories in all of French food.The second half of the episode covers Diat's forty-one years at the Ritz-Carlton, his cooking for some of the most powerful figures of the twentieth century, the Chevalier du Mérite Agricole he received in 1938 for bringing French culinary culture to America, his time as in-house chef at Gourmet magazine from 1947, and the farewell luncheon he prepared for his kitchen staff on the day the Ritz-Carlton closed for demolition in 1951. It also covers the remarkable Diat family legacy — including his brother Lucien, who became executive chef at the Plaza Athénée in Paris and taught Jacques Pépin.Louis Diat is one of the great overlooked figures in French culinary history. The New York Times called him an artist of the menu and said he had raised the leek and potato to greatness. This episode is the full story of the man behind that tribute — and behind one of the most famous soups in the worldSend us Fan MailSupport the showMy book Paris: A Fabulous Food Guide to the World's Most Delicious City is your ultimate companion. This is a new 2026 update for the book and you'll find hand-picked recommendations for the best boulangeries, patisseries, wine bars, cafés, and restaurants that truly capture the flavor of Paris. You can order it online at andrewpriorfabulously.com For those who want to take things further, why not come cook with me here in Montmorillon, in the heart of France's Vienne region? Combine hands-on French cooking classes with exploring charming markets, tasting regional specialties, and soaking up the slow, beautiful pace of French countryside life. Find all the details at andrewpriorfabulously.comYou can help keep the show thriving by becoming a paid subscriber on substack where you'll also get fabulous extra content. Every contribution makes a huge difference. Join here at Substack , Merci beaucoup!Newsletter Youtube Instagram Facebook Website
More of the funniest reviews on the internet! We read reviews for a motel, where the amenities seem to include lightly used crack pipes & needles. A certain men's clothing store, where you may end up looking your best, but you may also be pretty frustrated by the process. A flea market, where large men try to force you to buy jewelry from their pockets, and you can't trust the tires to hold air & much more!! Join comedians James Pietragallo & Jimmie Whisman as they explore the most opinionated part of the internet: The Reviews Section! Subscribe, and we will see you every Monday with Your Stupid Opinions!! Dont forget to rate & review!! Go to shutupandgivememurder.com for merch & more Check out James & Jimmie's other podcasts, Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!!
Send us Fan MailJoining me on this week's episode of The English Wine Diaries is British sommelier and entrepreneur Emily Lambert. Emily was the first female sommelier at The Ritz in London when she was just 19 years old and was affectionately known as the Belle of English bubbles. She rose to wider prominence after winning BBC Two's Million Pound Menu in 2018, with chef Ruth Hansom, after pitching their British-only restaurant concept to investor Atul Kochhar. A year later she met her partner, Danny, at Loxwood Joust – a medieval festival in the heart of Sussex – where they bonded over a shared passion for honey wine. Together they founded Loxwood Meadworks, a company that is redefining honey wine for a contemporary audience, bringing together heritage craft with modern hospitality.We talk about what it was like managing old school and outdated expectations as a young female in hospitality, quitting her dream job to go on TV and her hopes that honey wine will soon be seen as mainstream. You can find out more at loxwoodmeadworks.com and by following @loxmead on InstagramThis episode of The English Wine Diaries is sponsored by Rankin Bros & Sons — trusted suppliers of corks, closures, and packaging solutions to the UK wine industry since 1774. To learn more about how Rankin is supporting the future of British wine, visit rankincork.co.uk. Thanks for listening to The English Wine Diaries. If you enjoyed the podcast then please leave a rating or review, it helps boost our ratings and makes it easier for other people to find us. To find out who will be joining me next on the English Wine Diaries, follow @theenglishwinediaries on Instagram and for more regular English wine news and reviews, sign up to our newsletter at englishwinediaries.com.
Saskia Falken speaks to Chris Bingham about a new South African musical revue, Putting on the Ritz, which brings a time-travelling love triangle to life through iconic songs spanning from classic Hollywood to the 80s and modern day. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Part 2 of this series, Pauline shifts from critique to possibility, exploring how the travel experience might be reinvented. She does so by looking back to one of the original architects of luxury travel, César Ritz, founder of The Ritz-Carlton.At a time when travel feels increasingly transactional and depleted, Mr. Ritz remains a powerful and enduring symbol. Rising from humble beginnings in rural Switzerland, he redefined hospitality in the late 19th century by anticipating guests' needs and elevating service into an art form.Pauline unpacks what made him exceptional. It was not just attention to detail, but his understanding that luxury, at its core, is about feelings and sensations. From lighting and spatial design to social choreography and personalized touches, every element of his hotels was designed to elicit ease, dignity, and delight.But his story also carries a cautionary note. The same sensitivity and perfectionism that made him a visionary ultimately led to burnout and depression, revealing the human cost of his relentless drive and uncompromising standards.Building on the themes from Part 1, Pauline makes the case that restoring beauty, care, and intentionality to modern travel is not about returning to the past, but about reclaiming what made travel magical in the first place.
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Is Kylian Mbappé the problem at Real Madrid? It's a question that would've sounded ridiculous a year ago—but now, with no major trophies since his arrival and his former club continuing to dominate in Europe, it's a conversation fans can't avoid. We also dive into whether Harry Kane has emerged as the unexpected Ballon d'Or favorite and break down our picks for who will actually win the Champions League as the semifinals approach. Then we're joined by Sophia Wilson for a wide-ranging conversation that goes beyond the pitch. She explains why she intentionally leaves soccer at the door when she gets home, how that mindset keeps her grounded, and how becoming a mother has reshaped her perspective as both a player and a person. We also talk about her competitive edge, her calm demeanor, and her new partnership with Mondelez, the makers of snacks like Chips Ahoy and Ritz. Fans can head to ScoreSnackGoals.com or scan the QR code on limited-edition CHIPS AHOY! products to enter. Finally, Kaylyn Kyle joins us in studio to break down one of the wildest weeks in MLS. From Javier Mascherano's unexpected departure from Inter Miami CF to Nashville SC's historic win over Club América at Estadio Azteca, we ask the big questions: Is Inter Miami the hardest coaching job in MLS? And could BJ Callaghan's stock be rising fast enough to put him back in the USMNT conversation—this time as the full-time head coach? Timestamps: (12:00) – Is Kylian Mbappe the real problem at Real Madrid? (26:00) - Harry Kane the new Ballon D'or front runner? (36:00) – Sophia Wilson joins The Cooligans (47:30) - Is being Inter Miami's head coach the hardest job in MLS? (1:08:30) - Nashville make history: BJ Callaghan the future for USMNT? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
We continue the comedy groups film history panel on The Ritz Brothers: How organized were Hal Roach/RKO Pictures compared to these knock-off comedy crew's productions? Why they would appeal to today's cult movie seekers? Are they much like George Burns where modern audiences know about their later appearances and guest features but not their main starring vehicles? And how many trashy drive-in movies did they feature in while they were on their last heels? CLIPS FROM: The Ritz Brothers- A Retrospective YT Video
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The Platform Mix 604 features Parker from Tampa! He's a resident at all the hot spots in the city like M.Bird, Lower Deck, AMSO, The Edition and outside of his regular spots has played Ritz, We Belong Here Miami and more! This weekend he's playing at Celeste in Chicago on Friday the 10th, home to my boys The Disco_Nect and he's also doing a 360 Boiler Room style set at Ritz in Tampa on April 18th. Follow Parker on all his socials to catch any of his upcoming sets. Subscribe to my Patreon to see the full track list from the mixes, take a look at my top tracks of the week and get a look into what I'm playing during my sets. Now turn those speakers up, and let's get into it with Parker's latest right here, on The Platform. Parker: https://www.instagram.com/parker.sedwick/ Podcast: www.youtube.com/@theplatformmix Patreon: www.patreon.com/djdexmke Artwork by Michael Byers-Dent: www.instagram.com/byersdent/
Kevin Chamberlin sits down to discuss the serendipitous nature of a forty year career that has spanned from the Jersey Shore to the heights of Broadway and the global reach of the Disney Channel. He shares the story of his first big laugh as Smee in Peter Pan, an experience he describes as a drug that instantly solidified his career path. Kevin also dives into the "Uncle Fester contract," a unique industry standard he inadvertently helped create during the development of The Addams Family, and reflects on the bittersweet experience of being the sole Tony nominee for shows that were otherwise struggling with critics. The conversation shifts to Kevin's modern evolution as a digital creator, where he has amassed a massive following on TikTok and Instagram. He opens up about finding a creative outlet during the pandemic and how he balances his theatrical roots with the fast paced world of social media branding. Kevin also gives a look behind the scenes of his current project, When Playwrights Kill, discussing the joy of playing a role that allows him to pull from decades of experience working with legendary directors while finally portraying a gay character on stage for the first time in his theatrical career. Kevin Chamberlin is a three time Tony Award nominee for his performances in Dirty Blonde, Seussical, and The Addams Family. His extensive Broadway credits include My Favorite Year, Abe Lincoln in Illinois, Triumph of Love, Chicago, The Ritz, Disaster!, and Wicked. On screen, he is widely recognized for his work in Die Hard With a Vengeance, the film adaptation of The Prom, and for his long running role as Bertram on the Disney Channel series Jesse. He is currently starring in the world premiere of When Playwrights Kill in Boston. This episode is brought to you by WelcomeToTimeSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Kevin: Instagram: @chamberlin.kevin TikTok: @chamberlin_kevin Threads: @chamberlin.kevin Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support the podcast on Patreon and watch video versions of the episodes: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast Instagram: @theatre_podcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com Alan's personal Instagram: @alanseales Email me at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. I want to know what you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who’s back? Refresh My memory. Also Jack. Who’s Jack? Well, let Jason Dedrick, Eric Fell and Vicky Van tell you while sharing their first impressions of this 1988 “classic”. But what snacks to snack to Jack’s Back? Are they top of the pack? Or are they whack? First, the hosts will enjoy some Monterey Jack cheese on a Ritz, the most James Spader of crackers. Next is a beverage found online called Jack the Ripper. Break out the Jack Daniels and add orange juice and cinnamon to taste. They also create a tribute drink called the Smokin’ Picardo. Here’s how to make it: Take a chilled tumbler. Add two ounces of Sheridan’s Original Irish liquor – a mix of dark, rich coffee liqueur with a hint of chocolate and a smooth vanilla cream liqueur. Add two cherries on a plastic sword. Top with a shoe horn. It’s a drink the producer’s wife tasted and then described as, “Oh my God! Gah! It’s like a melted Wendy’s Frosty that’s been spiked. A very warm and nice aftertaste.” If you make a Smokin’ Picardo or, better yet, make up a drink of your own, please send a picture to sneakyd@sneakydragon.com by following this link! Even if you don’t, we’d still love to hear from you. Also let us know what you think of the show and if you have any suggestions for future films. Produced by Ian BoothbyEdited by Vicky VanTheme song by Chris Roberts
On episode 338 of The AwardsWatch Podcast, Executive Editor Ryan McQuade is joined by AwardsWatch Editor-In-Chief Erik Anderson, Associate Editor Sophia Ciminello, and AwardsWatch contributors Dan Bayer, Jay Ledbetter and Josh Parham, to go back 50 years and take a look at the 49th Academy Awards, covering the films of 1976. In this retrospective, the AW team returns from their two week break after the end of the 2025-2026 Oscar season to take a trip back 50 years to one of the most interesting ceremonies of all time; one similar to the one they just covered in more ways than one. A big, crowd pleasing film about an underdog boxer stole the heart of the Academy and audiences around the world, while the politically charged, socially relevant films walked away with the most awards on Oscar night, but missed out on the top two prizes. It was an epic battle between Rocky,All the President's Men, and Network, with Bound for Glory, Taxi Driver, Seven Beauties, Face to Face, Carrie, Marathon Man, and more honored by the Academy, with films like The Ritz, Grey Gardens, Mikey and Nicky, The Omen, The Bad News Bears, and more making up the films talked about on this show as films that could replace or be celebrated in this retrospective; highlighting a wide range of memorable titles released in 1976 that the team admire in one way or another. In their in-depth discussion, the AW team talked about the film year of 1976, briefly discuss Rocky as a Best Picture winner, how that win speaks to the legacy of their win and the franchise, do an extensive conversation over the below the line categories and nominees for the year, and then the new version of the AW Shoulda Woulda Coulda game, where instead of individual replacements, they must decide as a group who the nominees and winners should be in the top eight categories. The rules of the game state they can only replace two of the nominees that year from each category, except in Best Picture, where the group could replace up to three films to make up the final set of five nominated films. Like past retrospective episodes, it was a fascinating, fun conversation including spirited debates, alliances, vote swinging, celebrating various movies, performances that aren't normally talked about and more that we all hope you enjoy. You can listen to The AwardsWatch Podcast wherever you stream podcasts, from iTunes, iHeartRadio, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify, Audible, Amazon Music and more. You can also listen on the AW YouTube page. This podcast runs 2h30m. We will be back next week for a review of the latest film A24, The Drama, starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson. Till then, let's get into it. Music: "Modern Fashion" from AShamaleuvmusic (intro), "B-3" from BoxCat Games Nameless: The Hackers RPG Soundtrack (outro).
Cliff and Kendall are pulling out all their sweet teeth, honey! They've got the #tea on pudding and the lowdown skinny on pastries and pies as well, girl! Also: a new segment, the brainchild of Kendall, called "Connection Confusion" and classic segment Stupid Questions (did Cliff reveal too much??). Don't miss this one, it's been 65 million years in the making!
Cardy, Matt, and Mat have been playing some new games, including the wildly popular Pokemon Pokopia, and the much more under-the-radar, Esoteric Ebb. Plus, things have been watched! Such as season two of Netflix's One Piece, and Project Hail Mary. Check out the official IGN UK Podcast "Respect the Sea" shirt, which you can buy here: https://store.ign.com/products/ign-uk-podcast-respect-the-sea-t-shirt Remember to send us your thoughts about all the new games, TV shows, and films you're enjoying or looking forward to: ign_ukfeedback@ign.com. IGN UK Podcast is a part of the Geek Media Podcast Network, an IGN Entertainment Brand. Visit Geek.com for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you feel like the world is on fire and the only appropriate response is constant outrage, this conversation will stretch you in the best way. I talk with psychotherapist and author Margaret Cullen about equanimity, what it actually means, and why it is not the same thing as apathy or disengagement. We unpack the idea that you can care deeply, take action, and still refuse to live in a state of emotional melodrama.Margaret explains how equanimity helps you recover balance more quickly when you get hijacked by fear, anger, or despair. We connect this to nervous system regulation, the 24 hour news cycle, and the cultural pressure to prove you care by being constantly devastated. You'll walk away with concrete ways to engage in your personal and political life without burning yourself out or becoming what you are fighting against.Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: schoolofnewfeministthought.com/472Follow along on Instagram: instagram.com/karaloewentheil/Learn more about Margaret Cullen's work at margaretcullen.comMentioned in this episode:You're Invited: Tea at the Ritz Join me on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 3:30-5:30pm for Tea at the Ritz in Paris. To secure your spot, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/teaJoin me for tea at the Ritz here!
Do you make decisions based on what you actually want, or based on what would make you feel the least guilty? In this Greatest Hits episode, I break down how guilt and shame quietly become the emotional compass guiding our everyday choices, from small obligations to major life decisions, and why that often leaves us exhausted, resentful, or stuck. I share how women in particular are socialized to treat guilt and shame like flashing moral warning signs, assuming that if we feel bad about not doing something, it must mean we should do it. I walk you through how to recalibrate your emotional compass so you can stop making decisions just to avoid feeling like a bad person.Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: schoolofnewfeministthought.com/470Follow along on Instagram: instagram.com/karaloewentheil/Mentioned in this episode:You're Invited: Tea at the Ritz Join me on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 3:30-5:30pm for Tea at the Ritz in Paris. To secure your spot, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/teaJoin me for tea at the Ritz here!
Markus Schulz returns to the Global DJ Broadcast ahead of his open-to-close at the Ritz in Tampa. Hear a preview of his new single Somebody's Watching Me, out Friday, February 27, some reflections on his latest Stereo Montreal eexperience, and a heartfelt tribute to Cosmic Gate as Bossi steps back. The show also features tracks from Daxson, Leon Bolier, Dosem and Solarstone; with Craig Connelly joining for the guestmix. The Essentials with Markus Schulz 01. Joris Voorn, Ferry Corsten & Moonman - Don't Be Afraid 02. Alcatraz - Giv Me Luv (Jerome Isma-Ae Remix) [Down the Rabbit Hole] 03. Tim Clark - It's My Turn 04. Shadow Assembly - Elarion [A Moment of Sunrise] 05. Frankyeffe - Liquid Clouds 06. Dosem - Levitize [Deeper Shades] 07. Pavlo Vicci - Freak No More 08. Basil O'Glue - Course of No Return 09. Cosmic Gate - Fire Wire (Cosmic Gate's Back 2 the Future Remix) [Hall of Fame] 10. Argy, OSHER & Ovadia - Feel Alive 11. Leon Bolier x Mostly Cloudy - Charge 12. Markus Schulz - Somebody's Watching Me 13. Solarstone & Susie Ledge - Haunt Me [In Bloom] 14. Aeon Shift - Point of No Return 15. Alex M.O.R.P.H. & Paul Denton - Teleporter 16. Daxson - Manifesto Craig Connelly 01. Craig Connelly - Superstar Avenue 02. Craig Connelly & Liel Kolet - Endless Sky 03. Craig Connelly - New York Sunday (Sequence Six Remix) 04. CIRCA96 X Ton T.B. - Electronic Malfunction 05. CIRCA96 - Catamaran Tuesday 06. Mearzie - Stargazer (Craig Connelly Remix) 07. CIRCA96 - Here 4 U The Final 30 17. Dave Neven - Vivification 18. JPL - Cloud Companion 19. Nordfold - Together 20. Heard Right - All Night Long 21. Estiva - Désir 22. XLYV featuring Amy Moon - Lost & Found 23. MRPHLNDR - Peaceful Morning 24. EBENEZER - Heaven
Do you find yourself avoiding negative emotions at all costs, distracting yourself with food, Netflix, or your phone? What if you could build the capacity to feel any emotion, no matter how uncomfortable, and still keep moving forward? In this episode, I'm diving into the concept of microdosing negative emotions and why this practice is the key to becoming unstoppable.Instead of pushing away the discomfort, we need to practice building safety around it, which is exactly what microdosing does. I'm walking you through how the microdosing approach helps you tolerate your emotions in manageable doses, so you can stop avoiding them and actually feel them as they pass.Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: schoolofnewfeministthought.com/468Follow along on Instagram: instagram.com/karaloewentheil/Mentioned in this episode:You're Invited: Tea at the Ritz Join me on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 3:30-5:30pm for Tea at the Ritz in Paris. To secure your spot, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/teaJoin me for tea at the Ritz here!
Join me at the Ritz Paris on Saturday, March 28, from 3:30–5:30 p.m. While you enjoy a classic high tea, I will be joined by Master Coach Jenny Chammas, a top French women's leadership coach, to talk about how to tap into your confidence to achieve big goals in your life. After our conversation there will be plenty of time for Q&A, and at the end you'll also get to meet Cecilie Søndergaard Nielsen, an executive leadership coach for senior leaders and teams in high-pressure, high-growth environments. If you want to join, click here to grab your ticket: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/tea
In this episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I sit down with legendary marketer Jim Stengel for our 8th annual Super Bowl Advertiser Roundtable. We are joined by CMOs and Presidents from major brands—including Ritz, EOS, Novartis, Cadillac Formula 1, and Tree Hut—to discuss their strategies for maximizing the most expensive 30 seconds in advertising. I share my biggest takeaways from the weekend in Santa Clara and San Francisco, including my thoughts on the "Super Bowl surround sound" my team executed and why I am "petrified" of most celebrity campaigns. We discuss the shifting role of the Super Bowl spot as a "tactic" in a larger, always-on strategy, and I make a bold prediction about what the next era of Super Bowl advertising will look like.You'll learn:Why I view every event, including the Super Bowl, as a "production day" for contentHow to get more value out of experiential marketing by creating thoughtful content with influencersMy philosophy on why most brands should prioritize trial and sampling at the Super BowlWhy the shift to an "interest graph" on social media is forcing marketers to double down on creative relevanceThe immense economic impact of "family moments" and team building for employee retentionMy prediction that a future Super Bowl ad will be an exact replica of a high-performing organic social media post