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Today, Christina examines the REAL secret of successful music study (and, contrary to popular belief, it is NOT discipline). Listen in for advice that's good for students AND teachers alike. Find related episodes, info on SuperFriends and more at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode269

Paulius Dragunas is a co-founder of East Peak, an early-stage trail running brand with momentum. Seventeen of the top-10 men and women at Western States used East Peak's Ice Bandana on race day. Seth LaReau is the author of Trail Waves, a popular trail running newsletter examining the business side of the sport. Together, we tackle the following docket of industry topics: Innovations in Cooling Products: ACG & East Peak in the WSJ Garmin Buys TrainingPeaks: Combining Endurance Technology Giants Brand Pullback From UTMB: What Does It Mean for the Industry? Trail Brand Collabs: How Collab Products Move the Needle for Brands Trail Grails: Our Favorite Gear SUBSCRIBE TO FREETRAIL'S NEWSLETTER https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup JOIN FREETRAIL PRO https://freetrail.com/pro SPONSORS Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition: https://www.never2.com Use this link for 30% off Ketone-IQ: https://ketone.com/pages/dylan-bowman?utm_source=partners&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=FREETRAIL30 FREETRAIL LINKS Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ DYLAN LINKS Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava | https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

Episode Title: "AA Works 100% of the Time"Hosts: Mike & GlennThe Data Dilemma: Does AA Actually Work?Hosts Mike and Glenn open the episode by tackling a common question: What percentage of people who go to Alcoholics Anonymous actually get sober?They agree that because AA is an anonymous program lacking a formal structure for surveys or data collection, any statistic cited out there is essentially made up. There is no comprehensive, quantitative data set—only snippets.However, the hosts argue that while the program's overall statistics are impossible to track, the success rate for an individual who completely commits is absolute: When you surrender to the program, get a sponsor, take directives to heart, and stay active, AA works 100% of the time.The "Secret Sauce" and Page 58The hosts ground their argument in Page 58 of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, which famously states:“Rarely have we seen a person fail who has thoroughly followed our path.”When people follow the program and still relapse, Glenn suggests there is a "disconnect"—much like an ignored warning light in a car. Ignoring a low tire pressure light eventually leads to a blowout and a crash; in recovery, dishonesty is that warning light. Those who fail are usually those who cannot or will not completely give themselves to the program.Exceptions: The Big Book notes exceptions for those with severe mental health issues. However, the hosts point out that diagnoses made while actively drinking can be skewed, and many ills are solved simply through abstinence and a competent recovery program.Host Spotlight: Personal JourneysGlenn's Story (The 10% Phase): Initially, Glenn tried doing AA his way, which resulted in a 10% success rate. He was a "yo-yo," letting his ego and judgment keep him from truly connecting. When he finally surrendered—listening to others' pain and finding similarities instead of differences—the program began to work.Mike's Story (The Deep End): Mike found success by completely surrendering his own will from day one. He "drank the Kool-Aid," jumped into the deep end, and embraced rigorous honesty, selfless behavior, and service. By letting others count on him, he achieved 100% sobriety.Perception vs. RealityCelebrity Relapses: The hosts note that when a celebrity endorses AA and later relapses or dies, the world views it as an "AA failure." In reality, it is an individual failure resulting from taking one's will back or stopping being honest.The Gym Membership Analogy: Saying AA doesn't work without doing the work is like buying a gym membership, never working out, and blaming the gym for you not getting fit.Dealing with "Bad Apples": There may be people with bad intentions in the rooms, but meeting attendance shouldn't be based on how you feel about others. The focus must remain on personal recovery and service.Glenn's Three Pillars of ProofGlenn summarizes his belief in AA's foolproof nature with three points:Total Surrender: If you surrender 100%, it works 100%.Living Proof: He sees it work 100% of the time for the hundreds of successful, active people he "does life" with.The Promise: He adheres strictly to the Big Book's promise that those who thoroughly follow the path rarely fail.Closing Thoughts & DisclaimerThe hosts acknowledge that AA is not the only path—other solutions include alternative recovery programs, counseling, and church. For the "sober curious," they recommend giving AA a try for 90 days or a year.Special Medical Note: The medication Antabuse is briefly mentioned in this episode. Listeners are strongly advised to seek professional medical advice before taking any medications.Conclusion: People may claim AA doesn't work, but for Mike, Glenn, and the hundreds of active, accountable, and service-minded people around them, it is working 100% of the time.

Send us Fan MailWhat if AI could tap into live operational data — without ETL or RAG? In this episode, Deepti Srivastava, founder of Snow Leopard, reveals how her company is transforming enterprise data access with intelligent data retrieval, semantic intelligence, and a governance-first approach. Tune in for a fresh perspective on the future of AI and the startup journey behind it.We explore how companies are revolutionizing their data access and AI strategies. Deepti Srivastava, founder of Snow Leopard, shares her insights on bridging the gap between live operational data and generative AI — and how it's changing the game for enterprises worldwide.We dive into Snow Leopard's innovative approach to data retrieval, semantic intelligence, and governance-first architecture.04:54 Meeting Deepti Srivastava 14:06 AI with No ETL, no RAG 17:11 Snow Leopard's Intelligent Data Fetching 19:00 Live Query Challenges 21:01 Snow Leopard's Secret Sauce 22:14 Latency 23:48 Schema Changes 25:02 Use Cases 26:06 Snow Leopard's Roadmap 29:16 Getting Started 33:30 The Startup Journey 34:12 A Woman in Technology 36:03 The Contrarian View

Send us Fan MailWhat if AI could tap into live operational data — without ETL or RAG? In this episode, Deepti Srivastava, founder of Snow Leopard, reveals how her company is transforming enterprise data access with intelligent data retrieval, semantic intelligence, and a governance-first approach. Tune in for a fresh perspective on the future of AI and the startup journey behind it.We explore how companies are revolutionizing their data access and AI strategies. Deepti Srivastava, founder of Snow Leopard, shares her insights on bridging the gap between live operational data and generative AI — and how it's changing the game for enterprises worldwide.We dive into Snow Leopard's innovative approach to data retrieval, semantic intelligence, and governance-first architecture.04:54 Meeting Deepti Srivastava 14:06 AI with No ETL, no RAG 17:11 Snow Leopard's Intelligent Data Fetching 19:00 Live Query Challenges 21:01 Snow Leopard's Secret Sauce 22:14 Latency 23:48 Schema Changes 25:02 Use Cases 26:06 Snow Leopard's Roadmap 29:16 Getting Started 33:30 The Startup Journey 34:12 A Woman in Technology 36:03 The Contrarian View

Joel Holtby believes creativity should be the most exciting part of any business — not something optimized into submission.As Founder & Global Co-CCO of Courage, one of Canada's most awarded creative agencies, Joel has helped build work for brands including KFC, KitKat, CIBC, Nescafé and more.In this conversation, Joel & Jeff get into why creativity and efficiency often sit at opposite ends of the spectrum, why people don't actually hate advertising, how Courage finds human truths that travel beyond borders, and why craft still matters in an AI-powered world.We also talk about the agency's philosophy of courage, turning down the wrong clients, the story behind KitKat's security convoy, Joel's experience creating IKEA's Lamp 2, working with people like Seth Rogen and Connor McDavid, and why AI should remain a tool - not become the creative.In this episode: Why creativity is a powerful business driver  The difference between courage and risk  Why efficiency can work against creativity  How simple ideas become memorable through craft  Why people don't hate ads - they hate bad ones  Creating work that enters culture instead of interrupting it  How Courage chooses clients  Why brand DNA can be a creative “cheat code”  The enduring power of human insight  Joel's concern with using AI to replace creative problem-solving  Why the next generation of creatives should become sponges, not trend-chasers Chapters00:00 — People Don't Hate Advertising. They Hate Bad Ads.00:35 — Meet Joel Holtby & Courage01:43 — Creativity as a Business Driver04:02 — Finding the Feeling of a Great Idea06:05 — Awards, Ego & Finding Joy in the Work09:25 — Building Courageous Brands11:02 — Courage's First Big Creative Bet14:52 — The Secret Sauce of Storytelling17:50 — Why Creativity Isn't Efficient20:22 — What Makes Advertising Memorable23:07 — People Don't Hate Ads - They Hate Bad Ads25:14 — The KitKat Security Convoy27:40 — Courage as a Client Filter30:12 — Rich and Miserable vs. Great Work32:21 — The Ad That Changed Joel's Creative Philosophy36:13 — IKEA's Lamp & The Art of the Rug Pull38:15 — The Pressure of Creating Lamp 240:01 — Finding the DNA of a Brand42:57 — Seth Rogen, Connor McDavid & Celebrity46:01 — AI vs. Lived Human Experience49:39 — Advice for the Next Generation of CreativesConnect with Jeff Abracen on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffabracen/]If you are or know a disruptive influencer who would make a great guest, we'd love to hear from you. Every Like, Share, Subscription and Review means a lot.Cover art by Daniel DevoyMusic by Stephen Voyce©2024-2026 The Disruptive Influence Podcast - Jeff Abracen

In this episode of the Exceptional Sales Leader Podcast, I am joined by Jason Rosado, a Chicago-based business coach and CEO of Distinctive Coaching, known for his remarkable ability to help small businesses grow and thrive. Jason shares his journey from his early days owning a restaurant to becoming a successful full-time business coach, emphasising the importance of passion, leadership, and personalised coaching strategies. He delves into the challenges faced by small businesses, especially in sales and customer service, while highlighting the significance of tailored training and development. His unique insights into the hiring process stress the importance of cultural fit and motivational alignment, steering away from the traditional focus on experience alone. By sharing a client success story, Jason reinforces the critical role of understanding motivations and building strong relationships within the business environment. He also offers an exclusive opportunity for listeners to engage in a free, strategy-focused coaching session, underscoring his commitment to value and growth for small business owners. To connect with Jason, to learn more about what he does, and to experience a free coaching session, valued at $500US, go to: LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/bizcoachjason/ Website – https://distinctivecoaching.com/ Free Coaching Call – https://distinctivecoaching.com/virtual-meeting/ – be sure to insert ‘Darren Podcast’ when setting up the call to qualify for the free session.

What does your staff really cost your dental practice? The answer goes far beyond payroll. In the Staff portion of our Systems. Staff. Training. series, Sandy and Dana look at staffing as a business investment. Being understaffed can mean missed calls, unfinished follow-up, rushed patient interactions, neglected recall, and opportunities that quietly slip through the cracks. Sometimes what looks like a performance problem is really a capacity problem. This conversation digs into the real ROI of having enough of the right people, why dental experience shouldn't automatically determine who gets hired, and how desperation can lead practices into costly hiring decisions. Sandy also shares one of her favorite quality-control metrics for evaluating staffing: collections per full-time-equivalent team member. It gives practice owners another way to look beyond payroll and ask whether their staffing is actually supporting the production and growth of the practice. And finding great people is only half the equation. Sandy and Dana discuss what happens when practices hold onto the wrong employees too long, how that affects high performers, and why strong systems and documentation make turnover much less disruptive. In This Episode How to recognize when your practice is truly understaffed The hidden financial impact of not having enough of the right people Sandy's collections-per-full-time-equivalent metric for evaluating staffing Why attitude, intelligence, and coachability can matter more than dental experience How poor hiring and retention decisions can ultimately cost you your best employees Key Takeaways: The goal isn't to have the smallest team possible. It's to have the right people, in the right roles, with enough capacity to execute the systems that make your practice successful. If you're focused only on the cost of adding another employee, ask a different question: What is it costing your practice not to have enough of the right people?

What does your staff really cost your dental practice? The answer goes far beyond payroll. In the Staff portion of our Systems. Staff. Training. series, Sandy and Dana look at staffing as a business investment. Being understaffed can mean missed calls, unfinished follow-up, rushed patient interactions, neglected recall, and opportunities that quietly slip through the cracks. Sometimes what looks like a performance problem is really a capacity problem. This conversation digs into the real ROI of having enough of the right people, why dental experience shouldn't automatically determine who gets hired, and how desperation can lead practices into costly hiring decisions. Sandy also shares one of her favorite quality-control metrics for evaluating staffing: collections per full-time-equivalent team member. It gives practice owners another way to look beyond payroll and ask whether their staffing is actually supporting the production and growth of the practice. And finding great people is only half the equation. Sandy and Dana discuss what happens when practices hold onto the wrong employees too long, how that affects high performers, and why strong systems and documentation make turnover much less disruptive. In This Episode How to recognize when your practice is truly understaffed The hidden financial impact of not having enough of the right people Sandy's collections-per-full-time-equivalent metric for evaluating staffing Why attitude, intelligence, and coachability can matter more than dental experience How poor hiring and retention decisions can ultimately cost you your best employees Key Takeaways: The goal isn't to have the smallest team possible. It's to have the right people, in the right roles, with enough capacity to execute the systems that make your practice successful. If you're focused only on the cost of adding another employee, ask a different question: What is it costing your practice not to have enough of the right people?

People often ask what makes my approach to burnout prevention different. It isn't a specific framework or just my social work background. It's the simple, yet often overlooked, practice of listening before teaching. In a world saturated with opinions and advice, the act of genuinely pausing to understand someone's reality is rare. This has been the cornerstone of my work for over 30 years. It's about peeling back the layers beyond the initial "how are you?" to understand the dynamics at play in a person's life or a team's culture. The best strategies are the ones that fit the people, not the other way around.So many of us carry invisible stresses simply because we don't feel we have the time or space to be truly heard. Creating that safe space is foundational. When people feel seen, their nervous system can settle, defenses lower, and they become more open to finding their own solutions. It's not about being given an answer; it's about having the space to discover your own.Listen now!

Diese Woche sprechen Florian Gschwandtner & Martin Kaswurm über die Highlights vom BTM-Event 2026 und geben einen kleinen Rückblick. Mit dabei: Gerald Hörhan über die neue Realität am Immobilienmarkt und warum jetzt nicht jeder kaufen sollte, sowie die woom-Gründer Christian Bezdeka & Marcus Ihlenfeld, die ihre „Secret Sauce“ hinter dem internationalen Erfolg verraten und vieles mehr.  Florian Gschwandtner & Martin Kaswurm sprechen über:   00:02:20 Gerald Hörhan (Investment Punk): Die neue Immobilien-Realität – wer jetzt kauft verliert  00:32:20 Christian Bezdeka & Marcus Ihlenfeld (woom Gründer): Die Secret Sauce!    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Werbepartner:  ⁠⁠hello again⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IMMOUnited ⁠ Dev House Austria  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠btm_podcastcom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠btm_podcastcom ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Links: ⁠Hier⁠ geht's zum AI Masterclass Zugang Zusammen mit Familux haben wir da was für euch: Den Code „BTM“ im Online-Buchungsfeld eingeben & Sparen. Einlösbar in allen Familux Resorts (nicht nur im Dachsteinkönig). Mindestaufenthalt 3 Nächte, alle Zeiträume, auch Schulferien & Hauptsaison und als Goodie gibt es einen 100€ Gutschein für Getränke (werden vor Check-out in Abzug gebracht, keine Barablöse möglich). Gültig ab sofort bis 31.12.2026   Feedback & Hörerfragen immer gerne an ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@btm-podcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you look at movies that you love, and you think about them, and you remember how they made you feel. Today we talk about three things you can have in your tool belt to use in your show to not just have something to listen to, but to have content that moves your audience. We also answer the question what do Sportcasters, Movie Reviewers, and Christians all have in common?Pull Some Emotion Into Your ShowMost podcasters focus on information—tips, tactics, and how‑tos. But your audience doesn't connect to information first; they connect to emotion first.Three Tools To Boost ConnectionNostalgiaStorytellingVulnerabilityAs the old saying goes, "with great power comes great responsibility," so how do we use these ingredients in our show without sounding like we starting the sympathy engine just to grab attention?What Do Christians, Movie Reviewer, and Sportscasters all have in common?They are all working with the same source material. The same bible (more or less), the same movies, the same games. In this episode we talk about how to make your show stand out?The Best Book on StoryTellingI've read MANY books on storytelling, but Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks is the best - period. The audiobook is so good you will want to listen with a pad and pencil to take notes (or if you're loving in 2026, take notes on your phone).Mentioned in this episode:Live AppearancesI love to meet people when I'm on the road. I'm going to be at Empowered Podcasting Conference in Charlotte NC Podcast Movement in NYC Podindy in Indianapolis In. For more information and links, go to schoolofpodcasting.com/where To have me speak at your event, reach out at schoolofpodcasting.com/contacntWhere Will I Be?Question of the Month: The Smallest Amount of DownloadsWe all want a bigger audience. We all put a lot of work into our shows. With this in mind, what is the smallest amount of downloads you would do the show for? If it drops below a number would you stop, or put effort into finding out why? Does the size of your audience matter? Go to schoolofpodcasting.com/question by August 28th (and don't forget to say a little bit about your show and your website address so I can link to it in the notes)School of PodcastingTake Live Classes at the School of PodcastingPodcasting in Six Weeks is BACK! (and this time it's free!) We are continuing to experiment with marketing, and we had so much fun helping people launch their show that we are going it again (and dropped the fee). If you don't have a show but want to start one this is THE place to get going in the right direction. Go to www.schoolofpodcasting.com/sixweeks Growing Your Podcast Live Course For members of the School of Podcasting we are all banding together to go through the steps of growing your show (so sign up now!). This will including feedback and strategies to get your show growing faster. You will write down your typical downloads before you start, and compare it to the final numbers. Use the coupon code listener when singing up to become a member and receive a discount. These live classes start August 19th. Please let me know if you have any questions at schoolofpodcasting.com/contactSchool of Podcasting

Send us Fan MailWhat does it take to create one of the floral industry's most anticipated events? This week on The Fresh Bunch, we sit down with Monnaie Pepin, Lisa Fillice, and Cagney Miller from CalFlowers to pull back the curtain on Fun 'N Sun. From the history of CalFlowers and the value of membership to the challenge of building an event that keeps people coming back, the trio shares what goes into blending education, networking, entertainment, and business into one unforgettable experience. We also swap event-planning stories, reminisce about favorite Fun 'N Sun moments, share who deserves credit for the legendary In-N-Out Burger truck, and get a sneak peek at what attendees can expect this year. Whether you're a longtime Fun 'N Sun fan or thinking about attending for the first time, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes stories, laughs, and plenty of reasons to add this event to your calendar.Learn more at: https://www.cafgs.org/fns2026Contact Monnaie for questions on the event:  monnaie@cafgs.org

Hour 1 - The Chiefs Secret Sauce, Best NFL Fanbases, Jay Binkley full 2727 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:07:23 +0000 Uqg4buCHKQA4VDUIsdvPiAhR69C6di7r sports Fescoe & Dusty sports Hour 1 - The Chiefs Secret Sauce, Best NFL Fanbases, Jay Binkley Fescoe & Dusty are huge fans of Kansas City sports and the people of Kansas City who make it the great city it is. Start your morning with us from 6-10 as we talk all things Chiefs, Royals, Jayhawks, and more, with plenty of tangents along the way! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcas

Pastor Jay begins our new series on 2 Thessalonians today, exploring how God uses both consistent Scripture engagement and the unexpected crucible of hardship to refine our faith. Drawing on historical context and modern research, he shows that regular time in God's Word fuels a growing, resilient love even in life's toughest circumstances.

This week Orly and Dottie explore how loyalty programs can help bowling and entertainment centers turn one-time guests into repeat customers. They discuss why loyalty programs are becoming increasingly important, what Gen Z expects from them, how technology like Square can make them easier to manage, and why the best programs are about more than points and discounts.

The Secret Suace คุยกับ ดร.พูลพัฒน์ ลีสมบัติไพบูลย์ เลขาธิการสำนักงานคณะกรรมการกำกับกิจการพลังงาน (กกพ.) ถึงการเปลี่ยนผ่านทางพลังงานครั้งประวัติศาสตร์ของประเทศ เจาะลึกถึงความพร้อมเชิงนโยบายเพื่อรองรับการเข้ามาของ Data Center และ AI ที่คาดว่าจะต้องใช้ไฟฟ้าถึงเกือบครึ่งของกำลังการผลิตทั้งประเทศ เรื่องนี้ กกพ. มีแผนการจัดสรรทรัพยากรอย่างไรไม่ให้กลุ่มทุนใหม่สร้างภาระค่าไฟให้ประชาชน พร้อมอัปเดตความคืบหน้าของนโยบายสำคัญอย่างไฟฟ้าเสรีสีเขียว (Direct PPA) การยกระดับสู่ Smart Grid และทิศทางพลังงานทางเลือกแห่งอนาคตอย่างโรงไฟฟ้านิวเคลียร์ขนาดเล็ก (SMR) การเปลี่ยนผ่านทางพลังงานครั้งสำคัญรอบนี้ สำคัญแค่ไหน เกี่ยวข้องกับชีวิตคนไทยและผู้ประกอบการอย่างไร ติดตามทั้งหมดได้ในเอพิโสดนี้

In this episode, host Doug Beitz sits down with ZuZu Armes, a holistic health educator, author, speaker, and co-founder of Holistic Health Educators and the Lilyfield's Retreat Center. After reversing multiple chronic illnesses in her own body—including epilepsy—Zuzu has dedicated decades to helping thousands restore vibrant health through plant-based nutrition, mineral density, and frequency healing.  Doug and ZuZu explore how altering your diet directly impacts your electrical system, mental clarity, worldview, and intuitive capacity. They dive deep into the science of bioavailable minerals, vibrational frequencies of high- versus low-energy foods, gut and cellular restoration, natural hormone balance, and practical steps men can take to regain energy, focus, and long-term vitality.  Resources & Links Mentioned • ZuZu's Website: zuzuunleashed.com (Download the free "Fueling for Life" eBook & pH Chart) • Platform & Retreat: Holistic Health Educators & Lilyfield's Retreat Center  • Book Mentioned: Eat to Live by Dr. Joel Fuhrman  Connect with the Guests: Website: https://www.zuzuunleashed.com  Holistic Health Educators: https://www.holistichealtheducators.com  Lily Fields Retreat Center: https://lillyfieldscenter.com  Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zuzu_unleashed/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZuZuUnleashed Connect with Doug Beitz: Email: info@dougbeitz.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbeitz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougbeitz/ Website: https://buymeacoffee.com/dougbeitz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6mQ258nugC3lyw3SpvYuoK?si=7cec409527d34438 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/intuitive-conversations-with-doug/id1593172364 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-beitz-472a4b338/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dougbeitz178

This month, we're talking about how to not feel overwhelmed while leading in your ministries. There is one very under-utilized skill that most of us need to develop way more to elevate our leadership potential the way a special sauce elevates a dish. Tune in to find out what that secret is and how to use it, and then stick around the second half to hear how it's unlocked something great in our Youth Ministry.

Shoot Us A Message!Think your agency has a lead problem? Most agencies aren't losing sales because they bought the wrong leads, they're losing because they're not tracking the right numbers. In this episode, we break down the 3 metrics every P&C agency needs to scale with confidence: cost per sale, lifetime value, and payback period. When you know your numbers, you stop guessing, stop bleeding cash, and start building a real money machine. Better decisions. Better margins. Better growth.Ready to build a stronger, more profitable agency?

Storytelling isn't just a buzzword in the world of sales, it's a transformative tool that can turn mundane pitches into memorable, persuasive conversations. This week, I bring together industry experts Mark Smyth, Kristie Jones, and Park Howell to share their top storytelling do's and don'ts for sales professionals. Whether you struggle to keep your stories concise, want to captivate your audience, or wonder how to make your data more compelling, this episode will give you actionable advice and inspiring real-world examples.   Outline of This Episode   [01:40] Guide the audience, don't make yourself the hero  [05:59] Effort versus outcome and impact of the story  [07:53] Use your special storytelling skills  [14:14] Think outside the box; stories do not have to be business-related to resonate and deliver a point  [16:35] Help your audience imagine a brighter future through stories  [18:19] Don't dismiss storytelling as a gimmick—storytelling differentiates and builds urgency  [20:39] Turning data into engaging drama  The Secret Sauce in Sales  "Don't repel, do compel"—that's the mantra Mark brings. He urges sales professionals to avoid overwhelming their audience with dry data and instead use storytelling to clarify and motivate. He also encourages listeners to "be the flashlight," guiding prospects toward their own wins rather than hogging the spotlight. Keep it simple. Multiple narratives muddy the message; a focused, singular story sticks. The smallest, most honest stories can leave the biggest impact, so never underestimate the power of sharing your story. Play to Your Strengths Know your audience. Make it relevant, and for Kristie, the pillars of great storytelling begin with understanding who you're talking to and ensuring your tale matters to them. She highlights the importance of using your own style, whether that's humor or suspense, and cautions against stories that may alienate or bore. Keep stories crisp, edit ruthlessly, and resist the urge to use anecdotes for every point. Sellers should test and find their true fit, and remember that personal stories often resonate powerfully in a business context. Her advice is not to be afraid to step outside purely business anecdotes to forge real connections. The ABT Framework Wins the Day Park Howell champions the ABT (And-But-Therefore) method to hone storytelling, emphasizing the need to understand your prospect in a godlike way and to use emotion-rich images, not bullet points, to lock in your message. He says that a tight, focused story is what your audience remembers. On the other hand, he also warns against assuming you're already a good storyteller or treating stories as gimmicks. Park shares an excellent real-world example of transforming a dull pitch into a magnetic, customer-centered ABT narrative shows how story structure can directly influence sales outcomes. Stories bridge the gap between marketing hype and real-life results. Resources & People Mentioned   Robert McKee Screenwriting Coach   Connect with Mark Smyth   Mark Smyth on LinkedIn   Connect with Kristie Jones   Kristie K. Jones on LinkedIn  Kristie Jones on X  Connect with Park Howell   Park Howell on LinkedIn  Park Howell on X    Connect With Paul Watts    LinkedIn Twitter    Subscribe to SALES REINVENTED Audio Production and Show Notes by PODCAST FAST TRACK https://www.podcastfasttrack.com

Does the perfect love story begin with a grand romantic gesture, or is lasting love built on friendship, trust, communication, and shared adventure? The Debate Team breaks down what to look for to achieve love longevity, the perils of partnership, the questions the matter, the circumstances that don't, where friendship belongs on the must-haves, the qualities to look for, and much, much more.We're talking red flags, redheads, and red wine!

If you have watched this channel, especially my live videos you know the name “Wolfgang Wohrle.” Wolfgang is a German composer who recently had his largest quarterly PRO quarter with BMI directly and only from sync licensing.But Wolfgang didn't go viral. He didn't have a hit song. He spent years writing production music, starting in stock music libraries, got discovered by a BMG library, and now almost exactly 5 years later, his PRO royalties exceeded $50,000 in a single quarter.#musiclicensing #synclicensing #musicroyaltiesWORK WITH ME:Work directly with composer and producer Eric Copeland and his sync production company Positive Spin Songs to develop albums of music for pitching to sync licensing for TV, Film, Ads, and Gaming. Weekly Partner Zoom Meeting, Monday Morning Updates, and work on an album monthly directly with Eric.https://positivespinsongs.com/partners/Get FREE stuff at https://makemusicincome.com/free/DISTROKID:Get your music to Spotify, Apple, Youtube, and more for one yearly price.Get 7% Off: https://distrokid.com/vip/seven/911910Get 50% off if you are a student or educator!https://distrokid.com/student/911910NEED GEAR?SWEETWATER SOUND: Support the channel by using this link to find the latest deals and get the gear you need at our favorite music store, Sweetwater Sound!https://sweetwater.sjv.io/q4JEB5DISCO: Show off your amazing portfolio and be where the music supervisors and music buyers are!Click here: https://disco.ac/signup?b=2095&u=34391IDENTIFYY: Get paid when your music is used on YouTubeClick here: https://identifyy.com?referral=MTMzMjc2POND5: Get into Music Licensing easily! Use this referral code to sign up and get started selling YOUR music with Pond5!Click here: https://www.pond5.com?ref=FromtheMomentMusicJOIN OUR FREE COMMUNITY ON DISCORD:https://bit.ly/3fYDSVdMY SYNC LICENSING MUSICPositive Spin Songs - https://positivespinsongs.comMY PERSONAL MUSIC:https://www.ericcopelandmusic.comTIMESTAMPS0:00 - The Road to $50k Per Quarter8:46 - Wolfgang's Sync Story13:36 - From Stock to Sync23:50 - How Long to 4 Figures?26:00 - How Long to 5 Figures?37:30 - What Does This Mean For YOU?42:20 - What's the Secret Sauce to Sync Success?

Caleb Durbin's outside hitting coach joins us to take deserved victory lap // Spurs announcer fired after affair with players sister // Chris Cotillo gives us an update on Roman Anthony hand injury conspiracy // Lebron James to Philly?! //

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to discuss changes new coach Mike McCarthy may bring to the offense this season. Could more first-down passing be the secret sauce to unlocking more success on that side of the ball? And how will that success manifest for QB Aaron Rodgers and pass catching options including DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr., Darnell Washington, Pat Freiermuth, Germie Bernard, Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders whether a recent ranking of pass rushers that had Steelers star T.J. Watt at No. 7 is accurate unfair. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're answering more questions about lube this week, including which ones are best for travel, which drugstore lubes are actually decent, whether you should bring your own lube to a sex party, and more!   Dill Pickle Lube | Travel-Friendly Lubes | Uberlube Good to Go | Good Clean Love Almost Naked | Astroglide Silicone | Astroglide Spray 'n Glide | Good Clean Love Hint of Mint | Judging Someone's Lube | Better Than Baseline | Non-Standard Usages | Condom | Sex Party | Playing Without Lube | Food or Drink | Gender Affirmation | Lube Accessories | Automatic Lube Dispenser | Dame Grip | Warming It Up | Lube Shooters Credits:Music by PROTODOMEArtwork by Addison FinchBecome a patron to support the show and get access to our private Discord, monthly bonus episodes, and your name mentioned on the show.

In this episode, Reed sits down with Upmarket Producer and Social Media Manager Molly Peart to talk about what actually goes into building a brand online. After a year of managing Upmarket's social presence, Molly shares the biggest lessons learned, the strategies that helped grow the brand, and how her experience is shaping her next career move in marketing and communications. They dive into podcast clips going viral, understanding your audience, whether there really is a “best time” to post, and why successful social media is about more than just chasing the algorithm. Reed and Molly also discuss the evolution of AI, creativity, and how authentic content continues to stand out in a constantly changing digital worldIt's time to start thinking about PMRE 2026! Go to pmreconference.com for all the details on PMRE 2026, which is November 17-19th at Palms Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. The Photography and Media for Real Estate conference will be better than ever this year! Upmarket is proud to be the official podcast of PMRE!Upmarket Pod is once again, beyond excited to partner with iGUIDE to bring you our exclusive Road to PMRE 2026 series of Upmarket episodes. SWEEPSTAKES ALERT - iGUIDE and their Tour to PMRE is giving away THREE (!!!!!!) ALL-EXPENSES PAID TRIPS TO PMRE 2026!!!!! That's right, the next lucky winner will be drawn in August and one in September to win a PMRE ticket, travel and accommodation, all compliments of the fine folks at iGUIDE. To enter, all you need to do is follow @go_iguide and @upmarketpod on Instagram. Then, go to goiguide.com/pmre and enter your email address and you'll be entered in the drawing.NOTE If you have already bought a ticket and/or booked travel to PMRE and win the sweepstakes, iGUIDE will reimburse you for money spent.Follow the pod on Instagram at @upmarketpod.The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is AutoHDR, helping real estate media professionals deliver high-quality edited photos faster and more efficiently. As a special offer for Upmarket listeners, get one month of free photo editing with your purchase. To learn more and claim the offer, visit autohdr.com/upmarket.Another amazing sponsor is iGUIDE, which helps real estate professionals capture spaces fast and with industry-leading accuracy. Their PLANIX Pro camera delivers trusted measurements, with no subscriptions and priced per project. Options like iGUIDE Instant provide a clean 3D tour and interactive floor plan in minutes, starting at $7.99. Learn more at goiguide.com or @go_iguide.Another sponsor is HDPhotoHub, the all-in-one platform for ordering, scheduling, and delivering complete marketing kits, from video reels to print. With pay-per-listing pricing, transparent terms, and industry-leading integrations, HDPhotoHub helps you build the workflow you actually want. Visit HDPhotoHub.com and use code Upmarket to get your first 15 full deliveries free.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floor plans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can go to secondfloorapp.com/upmarket and any new subscriber will get a one-month free trial.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that complements your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30-day risk-free trial!

One of my longtime friends, Jessie James Decker, is back on Get Real, We walk down memory lane and catch up on life as a wife, mom of four, country artist, and entrepreneur, from her new Just Feed Me collection to The Secret Sauce, her new cookbook written with her mom and sister, and what’s next for Kittenish. Plus, don’t miss the surprise appearance from her husband, Eric Decker! Jessie also opens up about living with migraine and why she’s supporting the AbbVie Love in Mind™ initiative, encouraging honest conversations with loved ones and healthcare providers so no one has to power through migraine alone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's guest is Rebecca Anderson, a Senior Fellow at the McKinsey Global Institute, McKinsey's business and economics research arm. She leads research on economic growth and the financial system, in the United States and globally. In today's episode, Rebecca shares her McKinsey report on what has powered America's economy for 250 years: natural endowments, a culture of entrepreneurship, and the institutions that harnessed them. She examines labor force dynamism in the age of AI, the $2 trillion cost of reindustrialization, and a global balance sheet stretched to record highs. (0:00) Starts (1:11) Rebecca explains American's natural advantages (9:11) US leadership in science, technology, and education (16:29) AI, workforce transitions, and manufacturing ramp-up (25:56) Infrastructure challenges and US-China comparisons (33:38) US policy recommendations (43:44) The global balance sheet (52:14) Cultural attitudes and geopolitics ----- Follow Meb on X, LinkedIn and YouTube For detailed show notes, click here To learn more about our funds and follow us, subscribe to our mailing list or visit us at cambriainvestments.com ----- Follow The Idea Farm: X | LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok ----- Interested in sponsoring the show? Email us at Feedback@TheMebFaberShow.com ----- Past guests include Ed Thorp, Richard Thaler, Jeremy Grantham, Joel Greenblatt, Campbell Harvey, Ivy Zelman, Kathryn Kaminski, Jason Calacanis, Whitney Baker, Aswath Damodaran, Howard Marks, Tom Barton, and many more.  ----- Meb's invested in some awesome startups that have passed along discounts to our listeners. Check them out here!  ----- Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gardens The Untold Story: The Underground Feast: The “Secret Sauce” of Soil BiologySeason 4, Episode 17#garden,#livingsoil,#invisiblegardener,#andylopez,#kensomerville,Your Hosts:The Invisible Gardener Andy Lopezhttps://www.invisiblegardener.com/Ken Somerville https://www.instagram.com/kensomerville/ https://twitter.com/KenSomerville1https://www.itsallaboutthebiology.ca PO Box 614Warburg Alberta CanadaT0C 2T0Product discount codes are available at: https://www.itsallaboutthebiology.ca/discountcodes#flowers,#plants,#nature,#gardening,#garden,#growing,#koreannaturalfarming,#naturalfarming,#jadam,#naturalfertilizer,#naturalfarminginputs,#permaculture,#regenerative,#foodforest,#biodynamic,#bioactive,#organic,#notill,#knf,#organicgardening,#urbangardening,#containergardening,#homegardeningMusic by The Invisible Gardener (Andy LopezFor Full: Disclaimer

I Can't Tell What Is Working!When you just promote your podcast everywhere, it's hard to tell what is working. One way that makes it easy to see what's working is to track the links you share. Newsletters like Kit, Beehiz, Mailerlite enable you to see what is getting clicked on. I use Fathom stats on my website so I can see where my traffic is coming from (and enables to see where I get more traffic from my newsletter than social media). This content may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission if you purchase through these links at no additional cost to you. I only recommend products or services I trust and believe will provide value to you. Thank you for your support!Resources MentionedSwitchy Link TrackerWhispr FlowSchool of PodcastingWhat is A Link Shortener/Tracker?There are tools like bit.com but my favorite is called Switchy (as you are switching out links). It does a ton of stuff:Creates tracking links for things you shareMakes it easy to organize you data so you can see what is workingMakes trackable QR codes (which I use in my slides when I speak)Can make a "Linktree" type website (all with trackable links)It's only $39 for a lifetime deal at App SumoTakeaways:Starting a podcast takes more time than you think, especially at the beginning.Using tools like Switchy helps track what works for your podcast and what doesn't.Exercise can do wonders, like biking, which also relates to consistency in podcasting.Measuring your efforts in podcasting allows you to focus on what actually brings in listeners.Changing multiple things at once in your podcast can confuse results, stick to one at a time.Your newsletter might outperform social media for traffic, so don't overlook it.Mentioned in this episode:Your Voice is Your LegacyYou have lived things that need to be heard. You can help other people, and I'm here to help. Don't let your story die within you, release your legacy today and start your podcast. I've helped hundreds (thousands?) of podcasters and I can help you. It's time to do it.School of PodcastingThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

ITL debates what factor could be the key to Houston taking a major step forward.

ITL debates what could ultimately be the secret ingredient that unlocks the Houston Texans offense this season. Is it better protection, improved play-calling from Nick Caley, the emergence of new weapons, or something less obvious? The guys discuss what could be the key to helping the offense take the next step and whether one overlooked factor could make all the difference. Then in Lunch-Time Confessions, Lopez shares the story behind his recent colonoscopy experience, leading to another round of laughs and unexpected conversations. The hour wraps up with a new game called Livid at Lopez, as ITL digs through old "Letters to the Editor" responses from the Houston Chronicle. Lopez must try to remember what controversial column he wrote that triggered readers to send in angry comments, with the crew reliving some of the funniest and most heated reactions from his newspaper days.

How does an association grow from 6,000 to 9,000 members without a membership sales team? What can associations learn from an organization whose members actively recruit the next generation on its behalf?In this episode of Associations Thrive, host Joanna Pineda interviews Jeff Morgan, President & CEO of the Club Management Association of America (CMAA). Jeff discusses:How CMAA represents professionals working across 3,500 member-owned clubs, including golf clubs, yacht clubs, city clubs, ski clubs, and more.How CMAA membership grew from approximately 6,000 members during COVID to 9,000 members today—with no membership sales team.Why private clubs experienced significant growth during and after COVID, including increased member demand, long waiting lists, and investments in facilities and amenities.CMAA's highly intentional 12-month new member onboarding process, which includes welcome kits, monthly communications, quarterly Zoom sessions, and structured opportunities to build connections.The association's long-running conference idea-sharing program, where members submit and share more than 100 best-practice posters that become a searchable knowledge resource for the profession.CMAA's Certified Club Manager (CCM) credential, built around 12 professional competencies, continuing education, and a globally licensed certification model.How CMAA has expanded its influence internationally through partnerships, certification licensing, and conference participation from club professionals around the world.Why Jeff believes clubs are no longer simply physical facilities, but communities that remain connected through technology, virtual programming, and shared experiences.How “community” serves as the secret sauce behind both successful clubs and successful associations.References:CMAA Website

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*Warning*: This episode is all about sex and contains some references to traumatic experiences. Listener discretion advised.  Welcome to episode 191 with Jennifer Pepito and Laura Dugger.  Laura is the host of the Savvy Sauce Podcast and a Christian Sex therapist. This episode is not a therapy session, instead, it looks more broadly at what the Bible says about sex, the physical benefits, the gift of intimacy, and why it's supposed to be a blessing to both husband and wife.  While this episode deals with a topic a little off the wall for the Restoration Home, it's still a incredibly important one, and we hope you are inspired and encouraged.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press! To support the podcast and Jennifer pre-order her newest book Inspired Homeschool. This incredible book gives you stories of famous home-educated artists, scientists, entrepreneurs, authors, and statesmen and outlines the lessons we can learn from them as we raise the next generation of great thinkers.  Looking for ways to make learning come alive and give your children the education of a lifetime? Check out the Peaceful Press curriculum. In this episode:  The Bible says so much about sex Trauma around it should be dealt with so you can expeirence the fullness of what God has for you in intimacy.  Prioritising physical connection with your child even when your touched out by children Sex should be enjoyable not a duty You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Laura here:  Laura's Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links 

Matty Dalrymple talks with Kristen Tate about INTERIORITY: THE SECRET SAUCE OF GOOD FICTION, including how to calibrate the depth of interiority across multiple point-of-view characters; the difference between overt and subtle interiority, and why the "she thought" tag is usually unnecessary; how interiority functions as the glue that connects plot events and reveals character motivation; how to use it strategically in action scenes to control pacing; and how it shapes reader experience in unreliable narrator stories and mysteries.   Interview video at https://www.youtube.com/@TheIndyAuthorPodcast/podcasts Show notes, including extensive summary and transcript, at https://www.theindyauthor.com/episodes-all   If you find the information in this video useful, please consider supporting The Indy Author! https://www.patreon.com/theindyauthor https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mattydalrymple   Kristen Tate has been a freelance editor for over a decade, helping authors transform their work from rough draft to finished book. She has a PhD in English from Columbia University, with a focus on publishing history. She is the author of Novel Study: Decoding the Secrets and Structures of Contemporary Fiction and writes a regular newsletter full of craft advice and encouragement for authors.   Matty Dalrymple is the author of the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, beginning with ROCK PAPER SCISSORS; the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels, beginning with THE SENSE OF DEATH; and the Ann Kinnear Suspense Shorts. She is a member of International Thriller Writers and Sisters in Crime. More at mattydalrymple.com. Matty also writes, speaks, and consults on the writing craft and the publishing voyage, and shares what she's learned on THE INDY AUTHOR PODCAST. She writes nonfiction books for authors; her articles have appeared in Writer's Digest magazine; and she is a Partner Member of the Alliance of Independent Authors. More at theindyauthor.com. She also guides professionals in building their presence through a sideline or second act through her platform From Expertise to Authority. More at theindyauthor.com/authority.

#266: Austen Allred is a technology entrepreneur, education innovator, and Y Combinator founder whose work has influenced the national conversation around workforce development, skills-based hiring, and alternative pathways to technology careers. He is the founder and CEO of Gauntlet AI an intensive AI engineering talent platform that partners with employers to identify and develop elite AI-native engineers. Previously, he co-founded Lambda School, later rebranded as BloomTech, one of the most recognized coding academies of the past decade, helping pioneer income-share agreements and raising more than $100 million from leading investors, including GV, Y Combinator, and Stripe.Before founding BloomTech, Allred co-founded the citizen journalism platform Grasswire and co-authored the bestselling growth-marketing book Secret Sauce. His perspectives on entrepreneurship, education reform, and the future of work have been featured in publications including Harvard Business Review, The Economist, WIRED, Fast Company, TechCrunch, and The New York Times. Today, he is widely recognized for his efforts to rethink how top technical talent is trained and deployed in the age of artificial intelligence.

Establishing a more relaxed and open environment can be quite calming for your listeners. Join us today as Loubna Zarrou discusses the significance of becoming more real and likeable on the show by adding some spice.   WHAT TO LISTEN FOR Making an impactful and entertaining podcast Defining your listener and fulfilling their expectation What is NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) and how may it be used in your show? How to sustain a passion project podcast? Importance of good guest to impress your listener Understanding your objective than making money  How to overcome the challenges of podcasting  RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED The Vision, Voice and Visibility Summit 2019 The Law of Attraction:The Secret Teachers by Bob Doyle  Adam Adams of GrowYourShow.com on how to deal with challenges in your business - Entrepreneurs Sushi Club ABOUT LOUBNA ZARROU  Loubna Zarrou is an international bestselling author, certified professional speaker and multi-award-winning Strategic Dynamo who is globally recognized for her extraordinary skill of being able to mentor Entrepreneurs to gain clarity, focus and momentum with lightning speed. She is also the creator and co-host of the Entrepreneurs Sushi Club Podcast. Loubna was able to hone and utilize her expertise in helping people enhance their happiness at work, as well as strategies for more success in the boardroom. Loubna took a step further with her unique and innovative approach to mentoring through her A.C.T.I.O.N. process and regularly speaks to her audience on the importance of strategy, planning and the science of happiness to increase their impact, influence and income. ‌  CONNECT WITH LOUBNA Podcast: Entrepreneurs Sushi Club  LinkedIn: Loubna Zarrou Facebook: Loubna Zarrou Instagram: @loubnazarrou Clubhouse: @loubnazarrou   CONNECT WITH US Thinking about creating and growing your own podcast but not sure where to start? Visit GrowYourShow.com and Schedule a call with Adam A. Adams!  

Grab a cold one and mind the lock—this week, Beans and Gaz are joined by a woman who spends her days (and nights) watching people struggle, celebrate, and occasionally panic in the name of fun. We are diving deep into the world of immersive entertainment with Cheryl Boggs, the mastermind behind Ohio's premier puzzle destination, The Sweet Escape Rooms.Cheryl pulls back the curtain on the "God View," sharing the unique thrill of being the person behind the monitor. From the pure dopamine hit of a group solving a "near-impossible" puzzle to the hilarious (and often baffling) logic players use when the clock is ticking down, Cheryl explains why she never gets tired of watching the chaos unfold.What separates a world-class room from a dusty basement with a few padlocks? Cheryl walks us through her professional philosophy, covering:The Inception: Where do the themes come from? Cheryl shares her process for dreaming up narratives that feel like living movies.The Build: The grit behind the glamour. We discuss the engineering, the tech, and the physical labor required to turn a blank room into a fully realized environment.The "Secret Sauce": Why atmosphere and storytelling are just as important as the puzzles themselves.Whether you're a "prop-destroyer" or a "silent-sleuth," Cheryl has seen your type before. She breaks down:Success Strategies: How to actually beat the clock (Hint: Communication is king).The Evolution of the Industry: From basic locks to high-end automation and "Gen 3" rooms.Funny Business: Cheryl shares a few of her favorite "What were they thinking?" stories that have happened inside her walls.Find the sweet escape rooms online The Sweet Escape Room & Axe Throwing Harrison Ohand on facebook(1) Facebooktallboyradio.com

When TMZ reports on a tragedy in Los Angeles, chances are, it's true. How does this tabloid source its seedy confidential information, and why do TMZ and its founder Harvey Levin remain such powerful forces in the land of pop journalism? Joining Tess to talk TMZ sleaze is comic and journalist Lauren Vino @boxedvino (Playboy, GQ, Mel Magazine, Black Out Diaries)  Read “The Digital Dirt” by Nicholas Schmidle  Read the LA Times Coverage of the fallout from Mel Gibson's arrest Follow Pop Mystery Pod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @popmysterypod  Pop Mystery Pod is written and produced by Tess Barker @tesstifybarker. Produced by Tyler Hill.  Theme song by Rick Wood @Rickw00d. Support independent pop journalism and join us on Patreon at Pop Mystery Pod. Get access to ad free episodes, bonus content, and polls about upcoming topics. patreon.com/PopMysteryPod Follow Tess's other podcasts Lady to Lady and Toxic: The Britney Spears Story wherever you get your pods.  Make sure to leave us a review! And tell a friend about the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Grab the GET OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY Prompt Vault HERE Welcome to the YOU CAN CALL ME “BOSSY” PODCAST! In this quick hit episode I deliver a motivational boost, centering on the powerful idea of being “sold” on yourself. Selling isn't just about products, it's about enrolling others in your vision, whether that's at work, with friends, or in your personal development journey. You'll hear why self belief is the foundation of authentic sales, the importance of showing up 100% in everything you do, and how leveling up starts with raising your own bar. If you're ready to tap into infectious confidence and take your ambitions to the next level, this episode is for you! Key Takeaways: Whether you're pitching a new project at work, wrangling friends into a group vacation, or advocating for company culture, you're constantly “selling” your ideas, vision, or even the next best dinner spot. The outcome is never 100% in your hands, but you can control how you show up. Being sold on yourself is a skill. It's natural for self confidence to fluctuate. Notice when you're not bringing your best, and see it as your personal work to decide what your new 100% looks like. If you enjoyed this episode and are excited for more, please be sure to SUBSCRIBE and write a review to help build momentum and support the show (5-stars would be AWESOME!) _____________________________________________ JOIN US IN - THE CLUB - An annual membership where high-achieving women come together to unapologetically OWN THEIR “BOSSY” in order to rise to the top, make a massive impact, and not burn out while doing it. Join TODAY to get access to all past workshop replays and past group coaching calls - always incredible takeaways and AHA moments from reviewing these sessions! Grab your spot in THE CLUB today by CLICKING HERE! _____________________________________________ LET'S FREAKING GO!FREE RESOURCE: JOURNAL PROMPT VAULTWant to work on connecting with your subconscious mind to work through blocks, limiting beliefs and stories that aren't working for you? Download my free GET OUT OF YOUR OWN DAMN WAY PROMPT VAULT - over 50 prompts to help you connect with your subconscious and build awareness around what needs to get cleared! CLICK HERE to download now! LET'S CONNECT: Follow me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or TikTok Grab a signed copy of my bestselling book STAND IN YOUR POWER HEREWatch my TEDx Talk “The Wisdom of Your Ancestors Should Be Ignored” HERE

Send us Fan MailDiscover how Adidas is reshaping marketing campaigns with storytelling, influencer collaborations, and narrative-driven ads featuring stars like Timothée Chalamet, Messi, and Bad Bunny. In this episode of The Unstoppable Marketer®, Trevor Crump and Mark Goldhart discuss the impact of creative volume, summer sales strategies for e-commerce brands, and why brand narratives are key in today's market. Learn actionable insights to boost reach, diversify ad creative, and set realistic expectations for your brand's summer performance.Connect with The Unstoppable Marketer® on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, and YouTube @unstoppablemarketerpodcast, and let us know how you're telling your brand story this year!00:00 - Adidas' World Cup Campaign: Storyline Over Product06:00 - E-Commerce Seasonal Slowdown: Setting Summer Expectations12:00 - The Power of Narrative in Marketing Campaigns (Adidas Case Study)18:00 - Creative Volume vs. Quality: Lessons from Top Brands24:00 - Velocity and Diversification: Social Proof and Rapid Content30:00 - Organic Reach vs. Paid Performance: Layering Your Brand Strat

Most entrepreneurs are stuck in the weeds, trying to do it all — but what if the secret to real growth was stepping back? Ricardo Torres reveals how mastering the art of being a strategic absentee owner transformed his businesses into scalable, profitable powerhouses—even while he's flying planes for the Air Force. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of Do Good to Lead Well, I am joined by Kevin Ford, the former CEO of Calian, whose track record as a transformational CEO sets the stage for a candid exploration of what really drives lasting personal and business success.We start by asking the question: Are authenticity and transparency more critical than ever in the age of AI? Our answer is a resounding ‘yes.' We continue the conversation by exploring how the ATP trifecta—authenticity, transparency, and positivity—became the defining factor behind Kevin's award-winning tenure as CEO.Our discussion moves beyond buzzwords, tackling real questions: How do you lead authentically even when you don't have all the answers? How does transparency foster trust and spark breakthrough thinking? And why does a leader's positive energy ripple through teams, especially in uncertain times?Packed with fresh perspectives and memorable stories, this conversation is essential listening for leaders and aspiring leaders looking to create thriving, rather than surviving, cultures. If you want to future-proof your leadership, build high-trust organizations, and learn how positivity can become your secret competitive edge, listen in to learn the tools and strategies that bring the ATP model to life for you.What You'll Learn- The Power of Authentic Leadership.- Transparency as a Catalyst for Engagement.- Positivity as the Secret Sauce. - Building Trust in an Ai-Driven world.- Embracing Vulnerability for Growth.- Practical Ways to Become an ATP Leader.Podcast Timestamps(00:00) - Setting the Stage (02:38) - Defining ATP: Authenticity, Transparency, Positivity(03:13) - Personal Reflections on Legacy and Feedback(04:19) - Maintaining Core Values Amidst Public Company Pressures(05:16) - Exploring Authenticity: What It Means and Why It Matters(08:57) - Trust as a Foundation: Authenticity and Transparency in Practice(10:02) - Transparency: Challenges and Benefits for Modern Leaders(11:18) - The Power of ‘Thinking Out Loud'(14:16) - The Downside of Command-and-Control Leadership(15:37) - Positivity as Secret Sauce: Leading Through Uncertainty(16:58) - Controlling How You Show Up: Practical Positivity(18:06) - Avoiding Negativity: Energy and Team Dynamics(21:30) - Community Call-to-Action: Living and Leading ATPKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, Authenticity, Transparency, Positivity, Leading Through AI/Disruption, Business Growth, Engaged Culture, Acquisitions, Public Company, Building Trust, ‘Think Out Loud' Sessions, Workplace Culture, Personal Reflection, Legacy, Growth Mindset, Reframing, Employee Feedback, Positive Mindset, Resilience, Human Connection, Psychological Safety, Self-Awareness, CEO Success

This week I talk with founders and owners of The Hideaways, Mike Sebastian & Jordan Holmes. Mike & Jordan have built a truly unique portfolio across Red River Gorge, KY, and their properties feature hot tubs built on boulders, A-frames carved into caves, and cliff-side and riverfront views galore. In this conversation, they share about: working as partners and defining roles raising capital and working with investors who see the vision the marketing secret sauce that grew their socials over 100k followers tricks to capturing content that converts how they've achieved over 80% direct bookings Mike & Jordan dropped so many nuggets of wisdom and perspective shifts that I couldn't write down fast enough, so have your notebooks ready for this one! Thank you to our sponsor Lodgify – Take 20% off Lodgify's most powerful plans with code novacancy20! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Canzano and Jon Wilner talk about the Pac-12's biggest issue... Oregon's secret sauce... private equity and a 24-team CFP tug-of-war. Subscribe to this podcast. Read John Canzano's work at www.JohnCanzano.com. Read Jon Wilner's work at www.WilnerHotline.com via the Bay Area News Group. Follow on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/JohnCanzanoBFT www.Twitter.com/WilnerHotline

These episodes of #thePOZcast, live from Transform 2026 in Las Vegas, are proudly brought to you by our friends at PIN. AI recruiting tools that automate candidate sourcing, screening, and scheduling across 850M+ profiles. Built for recruiters, agencies, and hiring teams. Learn more and check out a demo:  https://www.pin.com/book-a-demo?via=adam-posner Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com TAKEAWAYS:  1. Build Three Distinct Support Communities Before You Need Them Angel's framework for navigating crisis — professional or personal — is built on three tiers: the emotional inner circle (family, closest friends, real-time updates), the logistics home team (practical help, appointments, WhatsApp coordination), and the extended internet community (prayers, encouragement, distant support). Knowing who belongs in each circle saves energy and deepens each relationship. 2. Learning to Receive Is as Important as Learning to Give When you're in crisis, people want to help — sometimes financially, sometimes practically, sometimes emotionally. Angel's experience is that the resistance to accepting generosity is real and deeply wired. Working through that resistance isn't weakness; it's a survival skill. 3. Deep Empathy for Yourself Comes Before Your Resume The most common job search mistake: starting with the resume. Angel's framework starts with a more foundational question — who are you right now, in this exact moment of your life? Your family situation, your financial runway, your emotional state, your real needs. You cannot build a purposeful job search without that honest baseline. 4. Purpose Is Not the Same as Empathy — But You Can't Get There Without It Deep empathy gives you the foundation. Purpose builds on it — it's your current state, your trajectory, your story. It's the answer to "tell me about yourself" that is honest, specific, and actually compelling. Most people skip empathy and land on a purpose that doesn't feel real — because it isn't. 5. Your Old Resume Is Actively Working Against You The resume you built for the Obama administration — or even five years ago — is not your resume today. Angel's advice: start from scratch with a modern platform that parses your actual capabilities, competencies, and skills. Don't update the old document; replace it entirely. 6. LinkedIn Is a Brand, Not a Job Board Most people treat LinkedIn as a passive repository. Angel treats it as a living brand. The formula: 24 words for role, 36 words for quantified impact, a current professional photo, a Canva-designed header, and active storytelling. Dormant profiles don't get found. Active brands do. 7. The Career Prayer Is the Most Powerful Networking Tool Available A LinkedIn post that blends personal humanity (here's where I am in my life right now), professional context (here's what I built and who I built it with), and authentic future direction (here's what I'm looking for) activates dormant networks faster than any cold outreach campaign. If it reads like AI wrote it, it won't work. If it reads like you, it will. 8. Use AI to Identify Who to Reach Out to First Download your full LinkedIn contact list. Feed it into AI along with your resume, LinkedIn profile, and clarity on what you're looking for. Ask it to identify the 20 most relevant people to reach out to — and why. This turns a vague networking intention into a targeted, prioritized outreach list in minutes. 9. The 1-4/14: Plan for 14 Months and 14 Years Simultaneously Angel's framework for living with a terminal diagnosis is a masterclass in holding two truths at once: get your affairs in order (14 months — directives, will, trustees) and commit to building a life and a legacy (14 years — purpose, impact, the people you're fighting for). Both are necessary. Neither cancels the other out. 10. Showing Up Is Its Own Act of Leadership Angel came to Transform 2026 with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer, a 2-3% five-year survival median, and more energy and generosity than almost anyone else in the building. His presence — and his willingness to share his journey publicly — is itself a form of re-inspiration for anyone going through their own version of impossible. CHAPTERS:  00:00 – Day 3 Opens With Angel Adam opens his first interview of day three with Angel Cruzado — a LinkedIn connection turned in-person meeting — and the conversation immediately goes somewhere real. 02:00 – Living With Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer Angel shares where he is on his cancer journey, what it's like to navigate a conference when you're fighting for your life, and why he showed up anyway. 04:30 – Building Your Community for the Hard Times How a cancer diagnosis forced Angel to build three distinct support communities: the emotional inner circle, the logistics home team, and the extended internet family. 08:00 – Learning to Accept Generosity One of the most vulnerable moments in the series: Angel talks about the resistance to receiving support — financial and otherwise — and how he learned to accept it as part of surviving. 10:30 – Meet Respiros: Career Transitions with Heart Angel introduces his company — an outplacement and career transition services firm that CHROs hire to re-inspire employees through layoffs, treating them as individuals rather than headcount. 13:00 – The Job Market Right Now: Real Talk An honest assessment of the current talent market: companies have their pick, not everyone is an A player, and struggling candidates need something more than a refreshed resume. 15:30 – Step 1: Deep Empathy for Yourself Before you touch your resume, understand where you truly are as a human being. Your baseline context shapes everything that follows. 18:00 – Step 2: Purpose — Who You Are and Where You're Going The second layer: purpose. Not the same as empathy. It's your current state, your trajectory, and the story that actually means something when someone asks "tell me about yourself." 20:30 – Step 3: Build the Right Resume From Scratch Why your 8-year-old resume is working against you and the case for starting completely fresh with a modern platform. 23:00 – Step 4: LinkedIn as a Living Brand How most people are using LinkedIn wrong — and the precise framework Angel uses: 24 words for role, 36 words for quantified impact. 26:00 – The Career Prayer: Storytelling That Activates Dormant Networks Angel's most memorable concept: a LinkedIn post format that blends personal authenticity, professional context, and genuine humanity — and why it generates real job leads in ways job applications never do. 30:00 – The AI Hack for Network Activation Download your full LinkedIn contacts, feed them into AI with your resume and profile, and ask it to identify the 20 people you should reach out to first — and why. 33:00 – How to Reach Out After Years of Silence The right way to re-engage a dormant contact: not a cold ask, but a genuine, story-led post that gives people a reason to respond on their own terms. 36:00 – The 1-4/14: His Framework for Living Plan for 14 months — medical directives, will, trustees — and simultaneously plan to live for 14 years. Both are necessary. Both are acts of hope. 39:00 – His North Star: His 11-Year-Old's High School Graduation The moment that grounds everything: Angel's goal of making it to his son's graduation when the median 5-year survival rate for Stage 4 pancreatic cancer is 2-3%. 41:00 – Re-Inspiring Others Through His Own Transition Angel closes with the mission: if people who are struggling and hurting can see him still showing up, still building, maybe that re-inspires them to do the same.  

This episode of The Anxious Truth dives into the messy intersection of neuroscience and psychotherapy. I'm joined by Ana Lund, a UK-based psychotherapist specializing in the link between brain science and clinical practice, to discuss how we actually use research to help you recover.--Want to discuss what you heard today? I'm hanging out on the Disordered Community Spacehttps://disordered.fm/community--We often hear about "evidence-based practice," but translating a laboratory study into a therapy session is a significant challenge. Ana and I discuss the reality of staying current with research, the limitations of single studies, and why "neuro-nonsense" often takes the place of actual science in social media mental health content.Key Topics Covered:The Challenge of Staying Current: Why it is nearly impossible for any single practitioner to keep up with the massive volume of new neuroscience research.Research vs. Practice: The gap between understanding how the brain works and knowing how to "work" the brain in a practical, therapeutic way.The Role of Meta-Analyses: Why looking for trends and body-of-knowledge reviews is more reliable than hanging your hat on one exciting new study.Constructed Emotion: How modern theories like Lisa Feldman Barrett's "Theory of Constructed Emotion" change the way we approach feelings in the therapy room.Affect Labeling: How describing what you feel (without needing a "perfect" word for it) helps regulate distress and prevents the jump to catastrophic predictions.The "Secret Sauce" of Mindfulness: How neuroscience helped validate and secularize eastern practices by stripping away unnecessary "bells and whistles" to find what actually works: slowing down.Our goal is to demystify how science informs recovery. Understanding that your brain isn't "broken" but is instead following natural, albeit difficult, processes can empower you to take the small, practical steps necessary for long-term change.Find Ana on her Substack:https://neuroscienceandpsy.substack.com/or on her website:https://www.neuroscienceandpsychotherapy.com/For full show notes on this episode:https://theanxioustruth.com/343Send in a question or comment via text.Support The Anxious Truth: If you find the podcast helpful and want to support my work, you can buy me a coffee.   Other ways to support my work like buying a book or signing up for a low cost workshop can be found on my website.  None of this is never required, but always appreciated! Interested in doing therapy with me? For more information on working with me directly to overcome your anxiety, follow this link.Disclaimer: The Anxious Truth  is not therapy or a replacement for therapy. Listening to The Anxious Truth does not create a therapeutic relationship between you and the host or guests of the podcast. Information here is provided for psychoeducational purposes. As always, when you have questions about your own well-being, please consult your mental health and/or medical care providers. If you are having a mental health crisis, always reach out immediately for in-person help.